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In conclusion, the initiation of the cold weather defense plan by the Gansu Transport Department represents a critical step towards enhancing the resilience of transportation infrastructure in the face of winter weather hazards. Through a combination of operational improvements, coordination efforts, and public engagement initiatives, the department is well-positioned to respond effectively to blizzard blue alerts and safeguard the well-being of residents and travelers throughout the winter season.

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For the College Football Playoff, it’s one last dress rehearsal. It’s also one last chance to see just how much the selection committee loves the Southeastern Conference. The best gauge when the second-to-last rankings come out Tuesday night will be whether Miami, which suffered its second loss of the season over the weekend, is placed behind any or all three SEC teams with three losses — Alabama, Mississippi and South Carolina — all of which are coming off wins. After a 42-38 loss to Syracuse that cost Miami a spot in the ACC title game, coach Mario Cristobal emphasized the nature of his team’s two losses — both by less than one touchdown — and said “that makes us one of the better teams in the country.” He wasn’t the only one lobbying to make the 12-team field, which is eight teams larger than it has been. Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin went to social media and emptied out the stats book, pointing out a flurry of numbers that he says favor the Rebels over the other SEC teams (without mentioning Miami at all). Not surprisingly, Shane Beamer of South Carolina and Kalen DeBoer of Alabama were pushing for their teams, too. Part of any argument on the behalf of the SEC leans on its teams simply playing tougher schedules because of the opponents in their own conference. That argument has one hole. Texas, which has only one loss and has been the highest ranked SEC team since Nov. 12, owns the 32nd toughest strength of schedule — the worst among all 16 SEC teams (but still 22 spots higher than Miami). Warde Manuel, the chair of the selection committee, has been asked every question in every way over the past month, all of which boil down to this: What is the committee looking for in setting the CFP rankings and, coming up on Sunday, the bracket? Though he has brought up strength of schedule more than most factors, he has also been noncommittal when reporters have tried to nail him down on specifics, offering observations like: “We value winning.” And: “If it was just about strength of schedule, we wouldn’t be needed.” And this: “What we’ve been asked to do is to judge and to look at how teams are playing against the competition that they have and to rank them accordingly to how we see it.” All of which makes a great case for another measure the selection committee can use: the completely subjective “eye test,” which is essentially what poll voters used for decades before number crunching and analytics supposedly turned the task of picking national-title candidates into a more scientific process. While Miami and the ACC wait to see where they stand, the Big 12 is having a moment of its own. Nobody there is happy with the prospect of a single bid that could very well not even include a bye, which go to the four top-ranked conference champions regardless of their overall CFP ranking. One of those free passes to the quarterfinals could belong to Boise State of the Mountain West instead of the winner of Saturday’s Big 12 title game between Arizona State and Iowa State. It was the coach of another Big 12 team, Texas Tech’s Joey McGuire, who gave the most impassioned plea for his conference while also questioning the SEC, which has six teams arguing for spots in the 12-team field. “We need to quit looking at what patch, what the logo says on your jersey, what conference you’re from,” he said. “Look at the tape. I know some of the guys on (the committee). I’m shocked that some of the old football coaches who know what they’re looking at are not having more influence.” There are four former coaches on the 13-person selection committee. Because this is a new format with billions at stake, and because the SEC and Big Ten wield more power under this new arrangement, a lot of people from a lot of conferences are anxious. Yes, some deserving teams will get snubbed or overlooked and not everyone will walk away from Sunday’s bracket reveal believing this is a perfect system. But there are a few scenarios this week that could trigger more than just your day-after bellyaching: MOUNTAIN WEST: A UNLV win over Boise State would bring a team in the deep teens into the tournament, and also rekindle a story about everything that’s wrong with the NIL era: The September departure of Rebels QB Matthew Sluka. SEC: A loss to Texas by Georgia would be its third and would test just how much the committee values teams that play in conference title games. Remember, Alabama (9-3) beat Georgia in September. SEC II: A Texas loss to the Dawgs would give the Longhorns two L’s to the same team — the only team they’ve played with a Football Power Index (ESPN’s metric) in the top 15. ACC: Clemson beating SMU would put the Mustangs on alert for getting passed over, but at least they had their chance. BIG TEN: A Penn State win over Oregon would leave us with no undefeated team in the bracket, no real favorite in the tournament and would put the front-running Ducks in position to need a first-round win to possibly earn a rematch with well-rested Boise State ( remember the 37-34 nailbiter in September? ). Huh? Get local news delivered to your inbox!NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov 22, 2024-- Today, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of BlackRock Enhanced Capital and Income Fund, Inc. (NYSE: CII) (the "Fund") approved changing the name of the Fund to “BlackRock Enhanced Large Cap Core Fund, Inc.” In connection with the name change, the Board has approved the adoption of a non-fundamental investment policy to invest at least 80% of the Fund’s net assets plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes, in large cap equity securities and derivatives that provide investment exposure to such securities or to one or more market risk factors associated with such securities (the “80% Policy”). For purposes of the 80% Policy, large cap equity securities are equity securities that at the time of purchase have a market capitalization within the range of companies included in the Russell 1000® Index. The name change and adoption of the 80% Policy are expected to be effective as of December 31, 2024. After careful review of the Fund’s current investment strategies and portfolio holdings, the Fund’s investment adviser, BlackRock Advisors, LLC (“BlackRock”), recommended that the Board approve the name change and adoption of the 80% Policy in order to comply with recent amendments to Rule 35d-1 under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (often referred to as the “Names Rule”) that will go into effect in 2025 and expand the scope of the Names Rule. There will be no changes to the Fund’s investment objective, NYSE ticker symbol or CUSIP as a result of the name change or adoption of the 80% Policy. About BlackRock BlackRock’s purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being. As a fiduciary to investors and a leading provider of financial technology, we help millions of people build savings that serve them throughout their lives by making investing easier and more affordable. For additional information on BlackRock, please visit www.blackrock.com/corporate Availability of Fund Updates BlackRock will update performance and certain other data for the Fund on a monthly basis on its website in the “Closed-end Funds” section of www.blackrock.com as well as certain other material information as necessary from time to time. Investors and others are advised to check the website for updated performance information and the release of other material information about the Fund. This reference to BlackRock’s website is intended to allow investors public access to information regarding the Fund and does not, and is not intended to, incorporate BlackRock’s website in this release. 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Palawan bishops launch petition for mining ban on islandThe safety issues surrounding the windshield of electric vehicles have recently come into the spotlight, leading to several regions implementing bans on these vehicles. The concern primarily revolves around the potential risks posed by the design and quality of the windshields, highlighting the importance of ensuring safety standards are met in the production and operation of electric vehicles.

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DENVER (AP) — The Denver Broncos signed left tackle Garett Bolles to a four-year extension on Thursday, locking up a big piece to protect rookie quarterback Bo Nix. Bolles has spent his entire career with the organization after being drafted out of Utah with the 20th overall pick in 2017. He has a chance this season to help the Broncos into the postseason for the first time since they won Super Bowl 50 after the 2015 season. The Broncos (8-5) are currently in the seventh and final playoff spot in the AFC. They can put some distance between them and Indianapolis on Sunday (6-7) with a win over the Colts. After an up-and-down start in Denver, Bolles has developed into a dependable pass protector. He's allowed one sack and 24 quarterback pressures over 13 starts this season. What's more, his 4.9 percent quarterback pressure rate is the second-lowest mark among tackles with at least 200 pass blocking snaps this season, according to NextGen Stats. With time to scan the field, Nix leads all rookies in completions (277), yards passing (2,842), offensive touchdowns (22) and passing touchdowns (17). Bolles earned second-team Associated Press All-Pro honors after the 2020 season. On social media , Bolles posted: “Broncos Country, It’s been a great 8 years! Thanks for everything! And ... I’m not leaving. The show goes on!” Since 2017, Bolles has allowed the sixth-fewest sacks (36) among tackles with at least 3,100 snaps. The extension of Bolles means the Broncos have all five starting offensive linemen on board through next season. Guard Quinn Meinerz agreed to four-year contract extension in July. The Broncos also signed cornerback Patrick Surtain II to a four-year contract extension in September worth $96 million, including $77.5 million in guarantees. Linebacker Jonathon Cooper agreed to a four-year, $60 million extension in November. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl

The donation not only benefited the charity and the children it supports but also ignited a chain reaction of kindness and goodwill. Inspired by the Rolls-Royce owner's gesture, others began to donate to the same charity and to various other causes, spreading a wave of love and compassion throughout the community.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Front Row Motorsports, one of two teams suing NASCAR in federal court, accused the stock car series Thursday of rejecting the planned purchase of a valuable charter unless the lawsuit was dropped. Front Row made the claim in a court filing and said it involved its proposed purchase of the charter from Stewart-Haas Racing. Front Row said the series would only approve it if Front Row and 23XI Racing dropped their court case. "Specifically, NASCAR informed us that it would not approve the (charter) transfer unless we agreed to drop our current antitrust lawsuit against them," Jerry Freeze, general manager of Front Row, said in an affidavit filed in the U.S. District Court of Western North Carolina. The two teams in September refused to sign NASCAR's "take-it-or-leave-it" final offer on a new revenue sharing agreement. All other 13 teams signed the deal. Front Row and 23XI balked and are now in court. 23XI co-owner Michael Jordan has said he took the fight to court on behalf of all teams competing in the top motorsports series in the United States. NASCAR has argued that the two teams simply do not like the terms of the final charter agreement and asked for the lawsuit be dismissed. Earlier this week, the suit was transferred to a different judge than the one who heard the first round of arguments and ruled against the two teams in their request for a temporary injunction to be recognized in 2025 as chartered teams as the case proceeds. The latest filing is heavily redacted as it lays out alleged retaliatory actions by NASCAR the teams say have caused irreparable harm. Both Front Row and 23XI want to expand from two full-time cars to three, and have agreements with SHR to purchase one charter each as SHR goes from four cars to one for 2025. The teams can still compete next season but would have to do so as "open" teams that don't have the same protections or financial gains that come from holding a charter. Freeze claimed in the affidavit that Front Row signed a purchase agreement with SHR in April and NASCAR President Steve Phelps told Freeze in September the deal had been approved. But when Front Row submitted the paperwork last month, NASCAR began asking for additional information. A Dec. 4 request from NASCAR was "primarily related to our ongoing lawsuit with NASCAR," Freeze said. "NASCAR informed us on December 5, 2024, that it objected to the transfer and would not approve it, in contrast to the previous oral approval for the transfer confirmed by Phelps before we filed the lawsuit," Freeze said. "NASCAR made it clear that the reason it was now changing course and objecting to the transfer is because NASCAR is insisting that we drop the lawsuit and antitrust claims against it as a condition of being approved." A second affidavit from Steve Lauletta, the president of 23XI Racing, claims NASCAR accused 23XI and Front Row of manufacturing "new circumstances" in a renewed motion for an injunction and of a "coordinated effort behind the scenes." "This is completely false," Lauletta said. Front Row is owned by businessman Bob Jenkins, while 23XI is owned by retired NBA Hall of Famer Jordan, three-time Daytona 500 winner Denny Hamlin and longtime Jordan adviser Curtis Polk. NASCAR had been operating with 36 chartered teams and four open spots since the charter agreement began in 2016. NASCAR now says it will move forward in 2025 with 32 chartered teams and eight open spots, with offers on charters for Front Row and 23XI rescinded and the SHR charters in limbo. The teams contend they must be chartered under some of their contractual agreements with current sponsors and drivers, and competing next year as open teams will cause significant losses. "23XI exists to compete at the highest level of stock car racing, striving to become the best team it can be. But that ambition can only be pursued within NASCAR, which has monopolized the market as the sole top-tier circuit for stock car racing," Lauletta said. "Our efforts to expand – purchasing more cars and increasing our presence on the track – are integral to achieving this goal. "It is not hypocritical to operate within the only system available while striving for excellence and contending for championships," he continued. "It is a necessity because NASCAR's monopoly leaves 23XI no alternative circuit, no different terms, and no other viable avenue to compete at this level." Get local news delivered to your inbox!

One such game is "Voices of Tomorrow," a powerful narrative-driven experience that explores the lives of marginalized communities and the struggles they face in a post-apocalyptic world. Through its thought-provoking story and emotional resonance, "Voices of Tomorrow" has sparked meaningful conversations within the gaming community and earned a nomination for Best Narrative at the TGA awards.Mukhtar Babayev, COP29 President, speaks during a plenary session at the COP29 UN Climate Summit on November 23, 2024, in Baku, Azerbaijan. According to the UN, rich nations pledged to contribute at least $300 billion annually to the global fight against climate change as UN climate talks came to a contentious end early on the day in Baku. Photo: VCG Countries at the COP29 summit in Baku adopted a $300 billion a year global finance target on Sunday to help poorer nations cope with impacts of climate change, a deal its intended recipients criticized as "woefully insufficient," Reuters reported. Chinese experts questioned the fulfillment of the deal as there is a lack of mandatory accountability mechanism for rich nations. The agreements included decisions on the New Collective Quantified Goal for climate financing and issues relating to the global carbon market mechanism under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement. The agreements set the post-2025 climate finance targets, including an annual funding of at least $300 billion from developed countries and a broader climate financing goal of at least 1.3 trillion dollars per year by 2035 to support the climate actions of developing countries, according to Xinhua News Agency. "Developed and developing countries entered the negotiations far apart. At one point on Saturday, the talks appeared to be on the brink of collapse, before numerous closed-door meetings brought a deal closer.... Under a compromise, rich nations eventually agreed to commit $50 billion more than called for in a draft agreement on Friday," said a Bloomberg report. The chair of the Alliance of Small Island States, Cedric Schuster, said: "Our islands are sinking. How can you expect us to go back to the women, men, and children of our countries with a poor deal?" Sierra Leone's climate minister Jiwoh Abdulai said it showed a "lack of goodwill" from rich countries to stand by the world's poorest as they confront rising seas and harsher droughts. Nigeria's envoy Nkiruka Maduekwe put it more bluntly: "This is an insult," an AFP report said. "This has been the most horrendous climate negotiations in years due to the bad faith of developed countries. This was meant to be the finance COP, but the Global North turned up with a plan to betray the Global South," Tasneem Essop, executive director of a non-governmental organization called Climate Action Network, wrote in a statement titled "Betrayal in Baku: developed countries fail people and planet." There is a lack of a mandatory accountability mechanism for climate finance commitments, allowing wealthy countries to selectively fulfill their promises without facing serious consequences. This systemic flaw undermines the credibility of the commitments, Sun Shao, a senior researcher at Chinese Academy of Meteorological Sciences, told the Global Times on Monday. In a speech at the COP29 closing plenary session, Zhao Yingmin, head of the Chinese delegation and vice minister of ecology and environment, emphasized that addressing the global climate crisis requires adhering to the principle of "common but differentiated responsibilities," upholding multilateralism, and working together for mutual benefit. China, as a developing country, in the face of uncertainties in the international landscape, remains committed to supporting the Paris Agreement and multilateralism, showcasing a responsible image as a major power to the world on addressing climate change, Sun said. As the world's second largest economy, China's economic clout, total carbon emissions and green technology capabilities have all increased significantly, and developed countries are looking to China to shoulder more responsibilities. But the problem lies in the fact that developed countries have ignored the principle of "common but differentiated responsibilities" and failed to take full account of the fact that China is still a developing country with a much lower per capita carbon emission and historical cumulative emissions than developed countries, Sun said. China needs to fight back against unreasonable funding demands and avoid taking on excessive responsibilities that are not appropriate for its stage of development, Sun noted. Some developed countries can't on one hand talk extensively about addressing climate change, while at the same time unjustly suppress the green industries of other countries, thereby hindering the pace of global sustainable development, China's special envoy for climate change Liu Zhenmin was quoted by CCTV as saying on Saturday. Certain developed countries' attitude toward China's climate response is clearly hypocritical, Li Haidong, a professor at the China Foreign Affairs University, told the Global Times. Their stance actually conceals an intention to undermine China's image on the global climate stage while pressuring it to increase its contributions, Li said, "When some individual developed countries speak of righteousness and morality regarding climate issues, it is, in fact, all about political manipulation behind." Some wealthy countries are not being proactive enough in addressing climate change, and there are even instances of procrastination and shirking responsibility. Developed countries bear a greater historical responsibility for emissions and should therefore take on more financial and technological obligations, which is written within the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, according to Sun. However, Sun said developed nations often view climate funding as aid rather than an obligation, lacking a supportive political consensus domestically. "The lack of long-term commitment and consistency in actions from wealthy countries has amplified the sense of 'betrayal' from the developing countries," Sun noted.

Fernwayer Launches Marketplace for Curated High-End Travel ExperiencesThe role of a sporting director is crucial in today's era of football, as it involves overseeing the club's sporting strategy, player recruitment, and contract negotiations. By not appointing a sporting director, Manchester United are signaling a shift in their approach to managing the footballing side of the club.Federico Di Marco was a standout performer for Inter Milan in their match against Napoli. The Italian full-back impressed with his dynamic displays both defensively and offensively, providing stability at the back while also creating opportunities in attack. Di Marco's work rate and versatility were on full display, cementing his place in the Best XI of Round 15.