00 luck NoneWhile many an Arcane fan is beside themselves wondering whether or not Riot Games and Fortiche will release a longer, steamier director ‘s cut of the Emmy award-winning Netflix series’ second and final season, others are doubled over laughing at how the series went above and beyond to censor queer relationships overseas. In the broader context, LGBTQ events and media have faced significant challenges under China’s Xi Jinping administration, leading to the closure of queer events and a halt in activism . In terms of media representation, this has led to the editing of queer relationships from television shows to eliminate their portrayal. It sucks, and it extends its silly hand over the distribution of Arcane . In the aftermath of Arcane ‘s finale, viewers in the West have taken to sharing clips displaying how Fortiche’s animated series, which prominently features a queer relationship at the center of its ensuing story, went about obfuscating them. In turning a negative into a positive, fans are using overseas censorship of queer representation in Arcane as an opportunity to laugh at how it goes above and beyond to recontextualize relationships that are fundamentally queer into the age-old adage of people just being roommates. Exhibit A: Caitlyn Kiramann’s rebound with her subordinate, Maddie Nolen, at the start of the season’s second act. Initially, the scene sees Caitlyn contemplating the descent of her fascism while Maddie tries to coax her back to bed. Given Maddie’s incessant neck kisses and the two being dressed in loose-fitting loungewear, the assumption is that they just got done making love. The scene’s introduction was pretty ingenious on the animators’ part by getting fans in an uproar from the previous act’s big moment, having Caitlyn and Vi’s grand opening and grand closing of their 20-minute relationship followed up by her seemingly moving on and coming to grips with her mistakes. Although the censored version of the scene still maintains those ideas, it does away with the macro and microexpressions and blocking that made the scene hit so hard for viewers. Exhibit B: “ Caitvi ” and the curious absence of their physical intimacy. Similarly to Caitlyn’s scene with Maddie in act two, act three of Arcane sees her final scene with her Vi altered. The original scene has both characters cuddled close as they reaffirm their commitment to each other. Instead, the scene plays out far more awkwardly, removing either character from close-up shots and making them look like they are resting on invisible shoulders. For those wondering what has become of their highly discussed sex scene , the scene is cut out entirely . Though, as a consolation, folks overseas still get to witness Caitlyn cavalierly leaning against a wall, smirking, and telling Vi she’s become predictable. Arcane ‘s overseas censorship of Caitvi, the series’ it couple, echoes a similar phenomenon: Nickelodeon censored the canonization of The Legend of Korra ‘s Korrasami ship . Although the pairing was allowed to explicitly be a couple in subsequent comics , the show’s finale only showcased the start of their relationship by having them walk into a portal hand in hand. The situation is made all the more curious when you consider numerous regional Netflix social media accounts like Caitvi’s strongest soldier, Netflix Brasil , have been virtually shouting from the rooftop for years about the ship. That account even promoted a mural of the show’s final season with Caitlyn and Vi’s embrace as its centerpiece . Despite the overseas censorship of queer content in Arcane diminishing the delight of witnessing one of the most successful video game adaptations ever to feature queer characters prominently, fans refuse to let it overshadow this significant milestone. All episodes of Arcane ‘s final season are streaming on Netflix.Maryam wants TFDC, five varsity campuses in Nawaz Sharif IT City Maryam says she was really sorry for inconvenience suffered by people LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has directed the establishment of Tier-Four Data Centre (TFDC) and campuses of five international universities in the Nawaz Sharif IT City. She approved in principle the establishment of the centre in collaboration with China. She chaired a meeting on Wednesday to review the progress on the CBD Nawaz Sharif IT City project. The chief minister was informed that universities of China, England and other countries would establish their campuses in the Nawaz Sharif IT City. The campuses of Tang, Xurt and Baifang Institute of Vocational Education will be established. The Buckinghamshire University and Imperial College London are also willing to set up their campuses. Besides, an artificial intelligence and information technology university will be set up. The chief minister directed all stakeholders to ensure the completion of Nawaz Sharif IT City Twin Towers at the earliest. Commenting on the suffering and inconvenience suffered by people due to political events in Islamabad, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz said: “I am really sorry for the suffering and inconvenience suffered by people.” She directed authorities to open the blocked roads across Punjab. She added: “People suffered due to obstacles caused by anarchists.” She directed authorities to take necessary measures to maintain the supply of food items, besides controlling the prices of essential commodities.

DIMO Academy, the vocational training arm of DIMO, entered a strategic partnership with HomeServe Germany, a global leader in home assistance, on 2 December at the Hiton Residences. By offering job placements in Germany’s thriving building service sector, aimed at empowering the local youth with globally recognised qualifications, this joint endeavour marks the beginning of strengthened workforce development. Vocational training is essential as it provides individuals with practical skills and knowledge for vital career paths often overlooked by many, fostering steady employment and economic growth in Sri Lanka. As part of this partnership, DIMO Academy is set to offer world-class qualifications aligned with rigorous German vocational standards, culminating in a German diploma in plant engineering accredited by the German Chamber of Industry and Commerce (AHK). The program includes German language training, ensuring graduates are well-versed to launch successful careers in Germany. Upon completion, certified graduates will secure employment with HomeServe Germany, positioning them as skilled professionals in the country’s thriving building services industry. DIMO has also invested in an advanced training facility in Peliyagoda, scheduled to open in February 2025. Equipped with cutting-edge technology, the facility aims to train students to the highest international standards. This collaboration addresses the growing global demand for skilled service technicians, particularly in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC)-driven by increasing focus on energy efficiency, sustainable construction, and urbanisation. Opportunities like these are crucial, especially to contribute to the skill shortages within industries in Germany, due to their high standards and dependence on renewable energies which the world is slowly adopting to. By aligning with these global benchmarks, DIMO Academy not only prepares its graduates for international technical careers but also elevates the standard of vocational education in Sri Lanka. This initiative will enhance the local building services sector by promoting a pool of technically proficient talent, equipped to meet both domestic and international standards. “We are indeed privileged to partner with HomeServe Germany, a leading company in the global building services industry,” said DIMO Executive Director and Chief Human Resources Officer Dilrukshi Kurukulasuriya. “This alliance showcases the DIMO Academy’s commitment to strengthening partnerships with the global industry to foster employment opportunities and the exchange of technical knowledge for local youth while fuelling their dreams and aspirations.” Commenting on the benefits of vocational education, DIMO Academy Chairman Ranjith Pandithage stated: “There must be a shift in societal mind-set that recognises and celebrates alternative career paths like plumbing, mechanics, etc. We require personnel with technical and physical skills that are the basis for all the constructions and repairing we conduct across the country. In Germany, only those with certificates are eligible for work. This must apply to Sri Lanka as well. Not only will quality of services improve, but a rise in vocational training will foster lifelong learning maintaining their competitiveness in the job market. In addition, this will enable them to gain quicker entry into the workforce upon graduation as vocational education takes less time to complete compared to traditional academic routes.” Elaborating on the courses offered by DIMO, DIMO Academy Head said: “DIMO Academy’s diplomas in Automobile Mechatronics and Plant Engineering, certified as category-A qualifications, in Germany make graduates eligible to work as technicians across the globe. DIMO Academy introduced the Diploma in Plant Engineering program to open diverse global career opportunities for young people in the building services industry. DIMO Academy offers a structured industrial training, with updated syllabus through a unique self-learning methodology and German qualified trainers, in its world-class training facilities. It also upholds high standards through a rigorous selection process, continuous assessments, and external audits by German and Sri Lankan bodies. We also highly encourage women to join our programs. The vocational world has evolved to reward brain over muscle and we are offering many STEM scholarships to women as well.” HomeServe Germany CEO Thomas Rebel highlighted the immense progress made by HomeServe since its inception, with € 20 billion being spent on Professional Education and Skills in Home Services Apprenticeships (PESHA). In 2021, HomeServe Germany had 17 companies with around 800 employees and intends to expand further, he asserted. “In Germany, there is a great need for technicians in the building services industry. Being a top provider of building services, we need highly qualified technicians to support our customers. Our HVAC businesses in Germany already have an apprenticeship rate of more than 15% today. Nevertheless, the demand for skilled workers is high and cannot be solely met through education in Germany. The only school outside of Germany to offer a category “A” recognised training program in building services following German vocational criteria is DIMO Academy.PESHA engineers earn approximately Rs. 30 million a year.” Founded in 1993, HomeServe Germany is a part of the HomeServe EMA Group that operates across Europe and Asia, specialising in plumbing, heating and electrical works. In Germany, it concentrates on residential HVAC and plumbing- providing installation, maintenance, and emergency repair services for heating, sanitary, and renewable energy systems. Students enrolling in the 2025 batch for the Diploma in Plant Engineering will be competent to join HomeServe once they successfully complete the course, ensuring a seamless transition to careers in Germany. Interested applicants are urged to send their CVs by January 2025 to

Judge denies Musk $56 billion Tesla compensation packageThe deputy first minister reiterated a promise to introduce legislation disqualifying lying politicians amid concerns about vexatious complaints and politicisation of the courts. Huw Irranca-Davies restated the pledge as he appeared before the Senedd’s standards committee to give evidence to an inquiry about accountability on December 2. Lee Waters questioned if the commitment, to a bill on disqualifying politicians found guilty of deception through an independent judicial process, will be kept by 2026. Mr Irranca-Davies warned of practical complexity in disqualifying candidates and Senedd members. Mr Irranca-Davies said any new legislation would need to be cognisant of freedom of expression, under Article 10 of the European Convention on Human Rights. The standards committee is weighing up recommendations including creating a criminal offence of deception, a civil offence, or strengthening the existing self-regulation system. Mick Antoniw, a former minister who gave the initial commitment to legislation to avert defeat in a Senedd vote, argued the standards committee sits as a quasi-judicial body. Turning to parliamentary privilege, which affords MPs immunity from legal challenge, Mr Irranca-Davies said the precious principle allows politicians to speak freely. In the Senedd, privilege is limited to defamation and contempt rather than absolute but moves are afoot to provide parity across the four nations. Calling for the standards process as a whole to be strengthened, he backed the introduction of a system of recall, which would allow voters to boot out Senedd members between elections He described the triggers used in Westminster: a custodial sentence for 12 months or less, a suspension of at least ten days or an expenses offence conviction: as a useful starting point. From 2026, people will vote for parties rather than individuals as the Senedd ditches the first-past-the-post system in favour of a full form of proportional representation. The next candidate on the political party’s list would be elected, with the public having no further say on who would replace a recalled Senedd member. The deputy first minister advocated a simple yes-no public vote on whether a politician should stay in office following a recommendation of recall from the standards committee.As we gathered this Thanksgiving, it was easy to take abundance for granted. Leftovers are practically guaranteed. It wasn’t always this way. For most of history, there were no Thanksgiving feasts. Hunger, if not starvation, was the norm. Today, supermarkets are stocked with exotic foods from all over the world. Most of it is more affordable than ever. Even after President Joe Biden’s 8% inflation, Americans spend less than 12% of our income on food, half of what they spent 100 years ago. Why? Because free markets happened. Capitalism happened. When there is rule of law and private property, and people feel secure that no thief or government will take their property, farmers find new ways to grow more on less land. Greedy entrepreneurs lower costs and deliver goods faster. Consumers have better options. Yet today many Americans trash capitalism, demanding government “fixes” to make sure everyone gets equal amounts of this and that. But it’s in countries with the most government intervention where there are empty store shelves and hungrier people. In socialist Venezuela, affordable food is hard to find. In Cuba, government was going to make everything plentiful. But people suffered so much that, to prevent starvation, the Castros broke from communist principles and rented out state-owned land to private capitalists. Millions still go hungry around the world. The cause is rarely drought or “income inequality” or colonialism, but government control. Corruption, tariffs, political self-dealing and short-sighted regulations block food from reaching those who need it most. Last week, we celebrated the Pilgrims, who learned this lesson the hard way. When they first landed in America, they tried communal living. The harvest was shared equally. That seemed fair. But it failed miserably. A few Pilgrims worked hard, but others didn’t, claiming “weakness and inability,” as William Bradford, the governor of the colony, put it. They nearly starved. Desperate, Bradford tried another approach. “Every family,” he wrote, “was assigned a parcel of land.” Private property! Capitalism! Suddenly, more pilgrims worked hard. Of course they did. Now they got to keep what they made. Bradford wrote, “It made all hands very industrious.” He spelled out the lesson “The failure of this experiment of communal service, which was tried for several years, and by good and honest men proves the emptiness of the theory ... taking away of private property, and the possession of it in community ... would make a state happy and flourishing.” Fast forward 400 years, and many Americans have forgotten what Bradford learned. I see why socialism is popular. The idea of one big, harmonious collective feels good. But it brings disaster. Family dinners already have plenty of disagreements — children fight; adults bicker. Imagine what that would be like among millions of strangers. Collectivist systems encourage dependency, stifle initiative and waste resources. The same communal conceit that nearly starved the Pilgrims destroyed lives in the Soviet Union and led to mass starvation in China. When everyone is forced into the same plan, most people will take as much as they can and produce as little as they can get away with. Economists call it the “tragedy of the commons” referring to a common plot of land, controlled by, say, sheep owners. Each has an incentive to breed more sheep, which then eat the common’s grass until all of it is gone, and everyone goes hungry. Only when the commons is divided into private property does each owner agree to limit his herd’s grazing so there will be enough for his sheep to eat tomorrow. These same principles apply to many aspects of our lives: We thrive when individuals have a deed to their property and are confident that they can keep what they create. Then they create more. That’s what the Pilgrims learned: Incentives matter. Capitalist ownership is what creates American abundance. Every Thanksgiving, I’m thankful for free markets and private property. They are the ingredients of prosperity.

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