5 top tech gifts for the holidaysSpeculation was rife prior to the meeting about the potential outcomes and agreements that could be reached. Many eyes were on President Zelensky, who has been at the forefront of efforts to stand up to Russian aggression and secure a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Eastern Ukraine. However, as the talks unfolded, it became clear that finding common ground on key issues was easier said than done.Leh: Shri Manohar Lal, Hon’ble Union Minister of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, today flagged-off the fleet of green hydrogen buses of NTPC at Leh in the presence of senior officials of Ministry of Power, Leh Administration and NTPC. After the flag-off, Hon’ble Minister travelled 12 km in one of the H2 buses from the H2 filling station to the Leh airport. Minister congratulated NTPC for its unique contribution to the energy security and decarbonisation efforts of the country through adoption of hydrogen technologies at various fronts like mobility, blending with PNG, green methanol and its overall thrust on RE. The Green Hydrogen Mobility Project at Leh comprises in-situ 1.7 MW solar plant, Green hydrogen filling station of capacity 80 kg/day and 5 hydrogen intra-city buses. Each bus can cover 300 km per single filling of hydrogen of 25 kg. This is also the world’s highest altitude (3650m MSL) Green Hydrogen Mobility Project that is designed to operate in low density air, sub-zero temperature and can fill hydrogen at 350 bar pressure. This station shall mitigate the carbon emissions of approx. 350 MT/year and contribute 230 MT/year of pure oxygen into the atmosphere which is equal to planting of approx. 13000 trees. Potential of green hydrogen mobility solution in Ladakh is very strong considering the high solar irradiance with low temperature, a sweet spot for producing the solar power and green hydrogen efficiently. Production and utilisation of this green fuel at these locations would avoid the fossil fuel logistics and make the locations self-sufficient in terms of energy requirement. NTPC Limited, India’s largest integrated power utility under the Ministry of Power, has been a crusader in making efforts to meet the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s vision of achieving Net Zero Target by 2070. It is setting up more hydrogen mobility projects across India in addition to deployment of various green hydrogen technologies, rapidly scaling up of RE capacity including setting up of hydrogen hub in Andhra Pradesh.
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STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Jaylen Reed’s hands were still dirty and his face smeared with eye black as he took a seat in the Beaver Stadium media room. The hard-nosed veteran of nearly 50 college football games looked weary after Penn State pounded Maryland on Saturday, but lit up as he watched media members gather around teammate Audavion Collins next to him. The sophomore was excitedly describing his first career interception. Reed grinned, his pride was evident. One of Penn State’s captains, Reed loves when underclassmen earn playing time. He knows, especially on defense, the No. 3 Nittany Lions (11-1, 8-1 Big Ten, No. 4 CFP) will likely rely on them to make a run at their first national championship since 1986. “Having that type of depth, having that type of guy that can step up and play the game every week, that’s something that’s going to help us down the stretch,” Reed said. “Having depth at all positions, I feel like that’s the main thing and I feel like we have huge depth.” Reed knows Collins is far from the only reserve player who has been effective for Tom Allen’s defense this season. Heading into Saturday’s Big Ten championship game against No. 1 Oregon in Indianapolis, Penn State has used 39 players on a defense that ranks seventh nationally against the run and pass. Meanwhile, the Nittany Lions are fourth overall in total defense (266.8 yards) and sixth in scoring defense (14 points) entering the showdown with the Ducks' 15th-ranked offense with a College Football Playoff first-round bye at stake. It’s not just the starting 11 getting it done. Since mid-October, Penn State has regularly rotated at least nine defensive linemen, six linebackers and nine defensive backs early and midway through games. As a result, seven players have snagged their first interceptions this season, while five others have recorded their first sacks. “We believe in everybody coming in behind us,” linebacker Tony Rojas said. “Our defense, we know what we’re capable of and I feel like our defense is top tier, if not the best.” It technically hasn’t been at full strength since Week 2 of the season. Then, star safety KJ Winston was lost to an unspecified long-term injury. He tried to play at Wisconsin on Oct. 26, but hasn’t seen action since. In the meantime, Winston’s absence has allowed Allen and head coach James Franklin to get a good look at Collins and other young backend players like Eliot Washington, Zion Tracy and Dejuan Lane. Tracy and Lane have seen their snap counts go up since November, and both have interceptions since. The Nittany Lions haven’t been immune to injuries up front, either. Star end Dani Dennis-Sutton was limited midway through the season by an unspecified ailment. Before last weekend’s game against Maryland, Penn State listed defensive tackles Alonzo Ford and Kaleb Artis and defensive end Zuriah Fisher out with injuries. While not near 100% healthy, Dennis-Sutton continued to suit up, but yielded reps to Amin Vanover and Smith Vilbert. Vanover and Vilbert are seniors who were slowed over the years by injuries but have stuck around, and are now shoring up the team’s depth. “I think getting Dani back healthy, that’s been important,” Franklin said. “I think this was his first game back where he was really healthy, Abdul (Carter) the second half of the season, has gotten very comfortable playing defensive end. We’ve been able to rotate and get production out of guys like Amin as well, so I think all those things have been really important.” So is the fact that Penn State’s defense has continued to close out games. The Nittany Lions have allowed just 445 yards on 125 third-quarter plays this season. Meanwhile, they’ve outscored opponents 192-55 in the second half and overtime and held 19 of their last 22 Big Ten opponents to fewer that 100 rushing yards. Like Reed, senior Dvon J-Thomas spent much of the second half against Maryland cheering on his freshman teammates. Notably, tackle Ty Blanding who had his first career tackle for loss in his first defensive series. “I’ve seen a tremendous leap in their attention to detail,” J-Thomas said. “There’s not a lot of moments or times in your career where you’ll have an opportunity like this and I think they realize that." Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-footballWall Street got back to climbing after the latest update on inflation appeared to clear the way for more help for the economy from the Federal Reserve. The S&P 500 gained 0.8 percent Wednesday to break a two-day losing streak and finished just short of its all-time high. Big Tech stocks led the way, which drove the Nasdaq composite up 1.8 percent to top the 20,000 level for the first time. The Dow Jones Industrial Average lagged with a dip of 0.2 percent. Stocks got a boost as expectations built that the Fed will deliver another cut to interest rates at its meeting next week. On Wednesday: The S&P 500 rose 49.28 points, or 0.8 percent, to 6,084.19. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 99.27 points, or 0.2 percent, to 44,148.56. The Nasdaq composite rose 347.65 points, or 1.8 percent, to 20,034.89. The Russell 2000 index of smaller companies rose 11.38 points, or 0.5 percent, to 2,394.16. For the week: The S&P 500 is down 6.08 points, or 0.1 percent. The Dow is down 493.96 points, or 1.1 percent. The Nasdaq is up 175.12 points, or 0.9 percent. The Russell 2000 is down 14.84 points, or 0.6 percent. For the year: The S&P 500 is up 1,314.36 points, or 27.6 percent. The Dow is up 6,459.02 points, or 17.1 percent. The Nasdaq is up 5,023.54 points, or 33.5 percent. The Russell 2000 is up 367.09 points, or 18.1 percent. The views and opinions expressed are those of the authors. They are meant for general informational purposes only and should not be construed or interpreted as a recommendation or solicitation. The Epoch Times does not provide investment, tax, legal, financial planning, estate planning, or any other personal finance advice. The Epoch Times holds no liability for the accuracy or timeliness of the information provided.12. Clemson Tigers 10-3 (7-1 Atlantic Coast Conference regular season) What's next: First-round at No. 5 seed Texas, Dec. 21 Head coach: Dabo Swinney (17th season, 180-46 overall) About Swinney: The 55-year-old, who is 6-4 in the CFP, took over during the 2008 season and has won two national titles (2016, 2018). He will take the Tigers to the CFP the first time since the 2020 season and the seventh time overall. Resume The Tigers, the only three-loss team in the 12-team field, were in a must-win situation in the ACC championship game, prevailing on a last-second, 56-yard field goal to defeat SMU 34-31. Clemson lost two games to SEC opponents (Georgia and South Carolina) this season. The Tigers' other defeat came at home to Louisville. The matchup with Texas will be Clemson's first true road game against the SEC this season. Postseason history A nine-time winner of the ACC Championship Game, the Tigers notched a double-figure win total for the 13th time in the last 14 seasons. Along with its two national titles, Clemson reached the title game two other times (2019 and 2015). This will be the first Clemson-Texas matchup. The road to Atlanta It will be a tricky road for the Tigers to reach the CFP title game in Atlanta at a venue familiar to Clemson fans. The Tigers will take at least two and maybe three trips outside of their own time zone to qualify for the final. Names to know QB Cade Klubnik Klubnik, a Texas native, has been taking snaps in crucial situations since a limited role as a freshman in 2022, when he rescued the Tigers in an ACC Championship victory vs. North Carolina. Sporting a 19-8 career record as a starter, Klubnik has thrown for 3,303 yards and 33 touchdowns along with five interceptions this season. He tossed four TDs in the ACC title game Dec. 7 against SMU after receiving All-ACC honorable mention following the regular season. "He's battle-tested," Swinney said. "He has got a lot of experience under his belt. He has had some failure, which has made him better." RB Phil Mafah The senior has racked up 1,106 rushing yards with eight touchdowns this season and has 28 career scores. Mafah has averaged fewer than 17 carries per game, so he makes the most of his opportunities, and at 230 pounds he can be a load to bring down. DE T.J. Parker He's been disruptive on a regular basis, racking up 19 tackles for loss (11 sacks) this season. The 265-pound sophomore helped set the tone in the ACC title game when the Tigers feasted on early SMU mistakes. Parker is tied for the Division I lead with six forced fumbles this season. K Nolan Hauser The freshman joined the Tigers this season with great acclaim and produced a career highlight with a 56-yard game-winning field goal -- the longest in ACC title game history -- to beat SMU at the buzzer. --Field Level Media
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In conclusion, Ragnar Klavan’s retirement from professional football and his decision to run for the presidency of the Estonian Football Association signify a significant moment in his career. As he embarks on this new chapter, Klavan’s legacy as a player and a potential leader in football administration is sure to leave a lasting impact on the sport in Estonia. Fans and stakeholders alike will be watching closely as Klavan continues to make his mark on the football world in new and meaningful ways.The Prime Minister insisted the UK will back Ukraine “for as long as it takes” as he made a speech at the Lord Mayor’s Banquet in London, but for the first time acknowledged the conflict could move towards a negotiated end. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has in recent weeks suggested he is open to a possible ceasefire with Vladimir Putin’s Russia. Kyiv and its European allies meanwhile fear the advent of Donald Trump’s return to the White House could result in American aid being halted. President-elect Trump has said he would prefer to move towards a peace deal, and has claimed he could end the conflict on “day one” of his time in power. As he attempts to strike up a good relationship with the incoming president, Sir Keir revealed he had told Mr Trump the UK “will invest more deeply than ever in this transatlantic bond with our American friends in the years to come”. In his speech at London’s Guildhall, the Prime Minister said there is “no question it is right we support Ukraine”, as the UK’s aid to Kyiv is “deeply in our self-interest”. Allowing Russia to win the war would mean “other autocrats would believe they can follow Putin’s example,” he warned. Sir Keir added: “So we must continue to back Ukraine and do what it takes to support their self-defence for as long as it takes. “To put Ukraine in the strongest possible position for negotiations so they can secure a just and lasting peace on their terms that guarantees their security, independence, and right to choose their own future.” Mr Zelensky told Sky News over the weekend he would be open to speaking with Mr Putin, but branded the Russian president a “terrorist”. He also suggested Ukrainian territory under his control should be taken under the “Nato umbrella” to try to stop the “hot stage” of the war with Russia. In a banquet speech focused on foreign affairs, the Prime Minister said it was “plain wrong” to suggest the UK must choose between its allies, adding: “I reject it utterly. “(Clement) Attlee did not choose between allies. (Winston) Churchill did not choose. “The national interest demands that we work with both.” Sir Keir said the UK and the US were “intertwined” when it came to commerce, technology and security. The Prime Minister added: “That’s why, when President Trump graciously hosted me for dinner in Trump Tower, I told him that we will invest more deeply than ever in this transatlantic bond with our American friends in the years to come.” He also repeated his commitment to “rebuild our ties with Europe” and insisted he was right to try to build closer links with China. “It is remarkable that until I met President Xi last month there had been no face-to-face meeting between British and Chinese leaders for six years,” the Prime Minister said. “We can’t simply look the other way. We need to engage. To co-operate, to compete and to challenge on growth, on security concerns, on climate as well as addressing our differences in a full and frank way on issues like Hong Kong, human rights, and sanctions on our parliamentarians,” he added. The Prime Minister said he wants Britain’s role in the world to be that of “a constant and responsible actor in turbulent times”. He added: “To be the soundest ally and to be determined, always, in everything we do. “Every exchange we have with other nations, every agreement we enter into to deliver for the British people and show, beyond doubt, that Britain is back.” Ahead of Sir Keir’s speech, Lord Mayor Alastair King urged the Prime Minister and his Government to loosen regulations on the City of London to help it maintain its competitive edge. In an echo of Sir Keir’s commitment to drive the UK’s economic growth, the Lord Mayor said: “The idealist will dream of growth, but the pragmatist understands that our most effective machinery to drive growth is here in the City, in the hands of some of the brightest and most committed people that you will find anywhere in the world.”
Title: OpenAI's Sora Goes Live, Official Website Overloaded; Lei Jun: New Car YU7 Released Early, Unmasked; Apple: Not Interested in AGI | Geek's Early InsightThe world record time of 12:13 will forever be etched in the annals of weightlifting history, a testament to the incredible talent, dedication, and passion of the athletes who compete at the highest level. As the cheers of victory ring out and the flags are raised in celebration, the world watches in awe as these athletes continue to push the boundaries of human achievement in pursuit of greatness.
Real Madrid have once again made headlines in the football world with their latest blockbuster signing. The "Galacticos" have been busy in the transfer market, reinforcing their squad with top talent in a bid to reclaim their status as one of the world's elite clubs. The latest addition to the star-studded lineup is none other than the highly coveted "chosen one."
Despite the concerns and uncertainties surrounding the situation, both China and South Korea have expressed their commitment to maintaining open channels of communication and cooperation. Both countries have reiterated their mutual interests in promoting economic development, cultural exchange, and people-to-people connections.
In 2024, Taiwan announced its annual representative character, which has ignited discussions and reflections on the societal issues it reflects. The chosen characters for the year are "贪" (greed), "斗" (fight), and "骗" (deceive), collectively symbolizing the rampant social malaise of greed, competition, and deception.he game between the and the will be a matchup between two disappointing teams who were expected to be . However, both franchises are far from that and even , but their meeting on Monday night has raised interest and not precisely because of the brand of the . The game will have an additional ingredient, as the duel will feature live animation and a transformation of the two teams in the style of . will be broadcast on and platforms worldwide, and fans will be able to see players from both teams, as well as coaches, referees and even commentators, transformed into the iconic characters of in real time. While , home of the Cowboys, the animated game between the two teams will take place at . As with previous alternate presentations of games, will be presented alongside the traditional MNF broadcast, giving fans a fun and very different way to enjoy the game with all the characters from the famous TV series. According to the NFL's announcement, the creators of The Simpsons have collaborated with the league "to ensure the authenticity of the longest-running scripted primetime series, with more than 750 episodes." How is the conversion done and how will the characters from The Simpsons appear? Each Bengals and Cowboys player . The tracking technology used by and , which will be combined with optical tracking to ensure fans see "every play, run, pass, score and more" from the real-life Bengals vs. Cowboys game on Monday live. , while , creating a true family dynamic as father and son will be cheering on their respective teams. The iconic duo will even jump into the game at select key opportunities, "replacing a player and joining their 10 other teammates on the field." In addition, throughout the game, while . In addition to the Simpson family, dozens of the show's iconic characters will also appear in the broadcast, all voiced by their respective real-life voice actors. Additionally, will each have their own group of followers who will join them in cheeringSora, the latest addition to OpenAI's impressive lineup of advanced AI technologies, is poised to revolutionize the way we interact with artificial intelligence. With state-of-the-art natural language processing capabilities and a sophisticated neural network system, Sora promises to deliver an unparalleled user experience that is both intuitive and efficient.
For all of football’s sophistication, technological advances and great leaps forward in multi-coloured boot technology it is gratifying to remember that sometimes matches can turn on a hapless defender falling on their bum. Marc Cucurella endured a chastening first 11 minutes , falling over twice at the cost of two goals against his team then changing his boots furiously on the touchline. Chelsea’s Spanish full-back, like much of his team, came in for a lot of criticism in the months after he joined the club but has been one of several success stories this season for Enzo Maresca’s renewed side. But it was a return to his hapless early days in London on Sunday night, with Spurs’ attack tormenting him and punishing his mistakes with the sort of cruelty the Premier League usually reserves for promoted clubs. First it was Brennan Johnson who took advantage of Cucurella’s misfortune, seizing the ball as the full-back slipped unexpectedly when he seemed in full control and under little threat. He crossed well for Dominic Solanke, who opened the scoring after five minutes. This, you might think, would be the cue to reassess your footwear choices, but Cucurella was the fall guy again six minutes later, slipping once more to surrender possession. This time Dejan Kulusevski was on hand in a hurry to score an excellent second for Spurs. Only then did a livid Cucurella sprint to the touchline (fortunately keeping his footing) and changed into a more sturdy set of boots. Sky Sports commentator Peter Drury invoked pantomime season to deliver one of his best lines of the season. “Like Cinderella, Cucurella needs a slipper that fits.” Jamie Carragher was less charitable, adding: “Cucurella’s coming to the bench, don’t blame anyone else - it’s your own fault son. Absolute schoolboy stuff. Embarrassing. “He slips again. Look at him shrugging his shoulders. Did he not do a warm-up?” Just before the half hour Pape Sarr kicked Cucurella on the ankle with a late tackle for his trouble. He was booked, which is about the most positive spin you could put on Cucurella’s first half.Assad’s fall: The end of Syria’s brutal ruling dynasty
