With China’s and India’s trade on the table, the Port of Vancouver is under pressure to deliver for CanadaJapan's National Police Agency is considering introducing undercover investigations from next year into "dark part-time work" such as thefts and fraud performed by people often recruited online, sources close to the matter said Friday. Known as yami baito , the illicit work has become a social issue due to many cases across the country in which it has been linked to burglaries allegedly carried out by individuals recruited via social media enticed with promises of lucrative part-time work. It would be the first time Japanese police have employed an undercover operation in their investigation of crimes other than drug trafficking, according to the sources. On Thursday, the ruling Liberal Democratic Party's cybercrime committee proposed undercover investigations to tackle the issue while pointing out that preparing fake identifications to apply for the jobs may be illegal, and the government should establish guidelines to address such concerns. The NPA believes that creating fake IDs for undercover operations would be justifiable and is consulting with relevant ministries to clear legal issues. The LDP's committee also proposed that messaging apps require account owners to provide official identification, and companies that do not comply should be prohibited from operating. For internet service providers, the committee proposed a system in which illegal or harmful online posts are mandatorily deleted. It says foreign companies must set up a local office to make smooth information sharing possible. It also demanded job sites conduct stringent checks before posting ads to prevent cases in which people apply without realizing a role requires illegal work.

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Verstappen captures 4th F1 championship after Mercedes sweep of Las Vegas Grand Prix LAS VEGAS (AP) — Max Verstappen cruised to a fourth consecutive Formula 1 championship Saturday night by finishing fifth in the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Verstappen needed only to finish ahead of Lando Norris of McLaren to give Red Bull a fourth straight driver championship. The Dutchman started fifth but was already up to second by the 10th lap around the street circuit that includes the famed Las Vegas Strip. Norris, who had to score at least three points more than Verstappen to extend the championship fight, finished sixth. Verstappen needed only to finish higher than Norris to win the title, which he did with two races remaining on the season. Dartmouth sorority, two members of fraternity face charges after student who attended party drowned HANOVER, N.H. (AP) — A sorority at Dartmouth College and two members of a fraternity faces charges related to the death of a student who drowned after attending an off-campus party. The Hanover, New Hampshire police department, where Dartmouth is located, said Friday that Alpha Phi was charged with one count of facilitating an underage alcohol house. Two members of the Beta Alpha Omega face a charge of providing alcohol to a person under 21. Won Jang, 20, of Middletown, Delaware, had attended an off-campus party in July hosted by Alpha Phi sorority. Police said the alcohol was provided by Beta Alpha Omega. Tens of thousands of Spaniards protest housing crunch and high rents in Barcelona BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Tens of thousands of Spaniards are marching in downtown Barcelona to protest the skyrocketing cost of renting an apartment in the popular tourist destination. Protesters cut off traffic on main avenues in the city center, holding up homemade signs in Spanish reading “Fewer apartments for investing and more homes for living." The lack of affordable housing has become one of the leading concerns for the southern European Union country, mirroring the housing crunch across many parts of the world, including the United States. The average rent for Spain has doubled in the last decade. In cities like Barcelona, rental prices have also been driven up by short-term renters including tourists. Jason Kelce's wife announces she is pregnant with the couple's fourth child Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce's wife is announcing she's pregnant with the couple's fourth child. Kylie Kelce posted a photo on Instagram on Friday of the couple's three young daughters reacting to the news. The oldest daughter, Wyatt, appears to be cupping her head in shock. The middle daughter, Ellioette, is smiling. The youngest, Bennett, is in tears. A caption attached to the photo reads: “I feel like we captured a very accurate representation of how each of the girls feel about getting another sister. At least Ellie, mom and dad are on the same page!” Israeli-Moldovan rabbi living in UAE is missing. Israeli officials fear he may have been kidnapped DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — An Israeli-Moldovan rabbi living in the United Arab Emirates has gone missing, with Israeli authorities raising the suspicion he may have been kidnapped as tensions remain high with Iran. The Israeli prime minister’s office said that Zvi Kogan has been missing since noon Thursday. It said that against the backdrop of information that this was a terrorist incident, an extensive investigation has been opened in the country. Emirati officials did not immediately respond to a request for comment Saturday. State-run media in the UAE, an autocratic federation of seven sheikhdoms on the Arabian Peninsula and home to Abu Dhabi and Dubai, did not immediately report the incident. Alyssa Nakken, first full-time female coach in MLB history, leaving Giants to join Guardians CLEVELAND (AP) — Alyssa Nakken, the first woman to coach in an MLB game, is leaving the San Francisco Giants to join the Cleveland Guardians. Nakken made history in 2022 when she took over as first-base coach following an ejection. A former college softball star at Sacramento State, Nakken joined the Giants in 2014 and was promoted to a spot on manager Gabe Kapler’s staff in 2020, becoming the majors’ first full-time female coach. Nakken has been hired as an assistant director within player development for the Guardians, who won the AL Central last season under first-year manager Stephen Vogt. Nakken, 34, will work with former Giants coaches Craig Albernaz and Kai Correa. Officer kills pet dog mistaken for a coyote in Massachusetts town. The owner says it was unnecessary An animal control officer shot and killed a pet dog in a Massachusetts town after mistaking it for a coyote in an incident local police are describing as a sad mix-up. Police in Northbridge, Massachusetts, say the shooting happened on Tuesday after police received a call of a report of a coyote in a residential backyard. Police say the animal control officer went into the woods to look for the coyote and found what they thought was the animal in a threatening position and shot it. The incident happened as communities around Massachusetts and the country have dealt with an uptick in interactions between coyotes and people. Kendrick Lamar surprises with new album 'GNX' LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kendrick Lamar gave music listeners an early holiday present with a new album. The Grammy winner released his sixth studio album “GNX” on Friday. The 12-track project is the rapper’s first release since 2022’s “Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers.” Lamar’s new album comes just months after his rap battle with Drake. The rap megastar will headline February's Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show in New Orleans. The 37-year-old has experienced massive success since his debut album “good kid, m.A.A.d city” in 2012. Since then, he’s accumulated 17 Grammy wins and became the first non-classical, non-jazz musician to win a Pulitzer Prize. NBA memo to players urges increased vigilance regarding home security following break-ins MIAMI (AP) — The NBA is urging its players to take additional precautions to secure their homes following reports of recent high-profile burglaries of dwellings owned by Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis and Kansas City Chiefs teammates Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce. In a memo sent to team officials, a copy of which was obtained by The Associated Press, the NBA revealed that the FBI has connected some burglaries to “transnational South American Theft Groups” that are “reportedly well-organized, sophisticated rings that incorporate advanced techniques and technologies, including pre-surveillance, drones, and signal jamming devices.” Michael B. Jordan uses timeout at women's college basketball game to sign smoldering photo LOS ANGELES (AP) — Snoop Dogg strolled in wearing a jacket with JuJu Watkins’ name and number on the front and back. Michael B. Jordan thrilled a USC female fan with an impromptu autograph during a timeout. The stars came out to the showdown between third-ranked Southern California and No. 6 Notre Dame. The Fighting Irish won 74-61 to remain undefeated in the nationally televised game. The woman held up a smoldering magazine photo of the actor and he indicated he'd sign it. With the arena DJ egging her on, she climbed out of the stands and met Jordan at his seat. He leaned in to ask her name, signed and they shared an embrace.West Virginia is on track to become the fourth state to gain authority over Class VI wells, which are used for carbon capture and sequestration (CCS), potentially expediting approvals that are currently overseen at the federal level. This move plays a crucial role in supporting the development of the Appalachian Regional Clean Hydrogen Hub (ARCH2), a project expected to bring thousands of jobs to the region while promoting “clean” hydrogen production. Class VI wells store carbon dioxide underground to reduce emissions, a key part of ARCH2’s plan to produce clean energy using natural gas. The project spans West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania and relies on CCS technology to minimize environmental impacts. Currently, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) manages Class VI well approvals, but state-level oversight could significantly speed up the process. If approved, West Virginia’s Department of Environmental Protection (WVDEP) would regulate these wells under the state’s Safe Drinking Water Act Underground Injection Control Program. Only three states—North Dakota, Wyoming, and Louisiana—currently have this authority. Across the U.S., there are just nine active Class VI wells, with two in the injection phase. West Virginia has proposals for Class VI wells in Hancock and Mason Counties, with another proposed site in Ohio. The EPA recently scheduled a public hearing for December 30, drawing criticism from environmental groups who argue the timing limits meaningful public participation. The 34-day comment period, which began on November 27, coincides with the busy holiday season, leaving residents little time to review over 800 pages of documentation. Environmental advocates, including groups like West Virginia Rivers, the Sierra Club, and Mid-Ohio Valley Climate Action, are urging the EPA to extend the comment period to at least 60 days and reschedule the hearing. They cite concerns over the experimental nature of CCS technology, pointing to potential risks like groundwater contamination and seismic activity. The Ohio River Valley Institute emphasized the inconsistency in the public input process, noting that North Dakota and Louisiana had 90 days for public comments, while Wyoming received 45 days. The EPA defended its timeline, stating that the proposed rule change had been available in the Federal Register since November 22, effectively providing 38 days for public review. The agency also noted that West Virginia had conducted prior public engagement, including a 30-day comment period in 2021 and a 36-day comment period in 2022. The public hearing is scheduled for December 30 at the Charleston Marriott Town Center, located at 200 Lee Street E, Charleston, WV. It will take place in four sessions: The hearing will also be accessible virtually via Zoom at zoomgov.com/j/1600637199 . Public comments can be submitted online at regulations.gov , by mail, or through hand delivery. While state approval of Class VI wells could accelerate carbon storage projects and economic development, concerns over environmental safety and limited public involvement remain prominent. As West Virginia positions itself to lead in carbon capture and clean energy, balancing industrial progress with community trust will be key to success.

WE have had one experience with an extra-constitutional change of government. Many consider it a shining moment in Philippine history when Filipinos peacefully milled on EDSA and neighboring streets to cause the downfall of what they consider an abhorred authoritarian regime. Others are not too sure, believing it to be the working of an elitist clique that wanted to put an elitist government in power. Whatever may be our reminiscence of "People Power," the fact is that with it, we got a new Constitution and democratic institutions — at least by intent and according to the provisions of the Constitution — received their mandate from the sovereign people who ratified the Constitution. We took to the streets again in the time of Mr. Joseph Ejercito Estrada, but our Supreme Court ruled that Gloria Macapagal Arroyo's assumption to the office of president — notwithstanding the debate about whether she was sworn in as "acting President" or "President" — was perfectly in accord with the Constitution. Register to read this story and more for free . Signing up for an account helps us improve your browsing experience. OR See our subscription options.Technology and TV writer Sign up to our weekly newsletter , sent on Wednesdays Did you know with an ad-lite subscription to Harborough Mail, you get 70% fewer ads while viewing the news that matters to you. Strictly Come Dancing has locked in the line-up for the 2024 final. One celeb was sent home after the latest dance-off. Four couples will compete for the Glitterball Trophy. Pete Wicks has been sent home after the latest dance-off on Strictly Come Dancing. The couples took on two dances each this week as the BBC show entered its semi-final stage. The reality star becomes the unlucky celeb to miss out on the final next week. He had been at the bottom of the leaderboard after the judges’ scores on Saturday (December 7) but the public still had a chance to decide who would make the dance-off. Advertisement Advertisement Wicks, 36, found himself having to dance again and unfortunately was not able to sway the minds of the judges. It became the 11th celebrity to depart the competition in 2024. Stay up-to-date with the latest UK news and culture with our free UK Today newsletter. Who left Strictly Come Dancing this week? Pete Wicks left the competition in week 12, just missing out on making it to the final. He was eliminated after the dance-off in Sunday’s (December 8) result show. Which celebs were in the dance-off? Reality star Wicks and his partner Jowita faced off against Love Island star Tasha Ghouri. She had scored a perfect 40 on one of her dances on Saturday night with her partner Aljaz Skorjanec. Advertisement Advertisement Tasha turned to that same dance to save her - a waltz to Aretha Franklin’s (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman. While Pete opted for a repeat of his Argentine tango to The Verve’s classic track Bitter Sweet Symphony, which he had described as his favourite dance of the season on Saturday night. After the dance-off, the judges decided to save Tasha and Aljaz - meaning they join the other three couples in next week’s Strictly Come Dancing final. How did the judges vote? Following the dance-off, in which both Tasha and Pete had a chance to repeat one of their dances from the night before. Craig voted for Tasha, Motsi also voted for Tasha and Anton sealed their place in the final by picking Tasha as well. Shirley would have had the final say in the result of a tie. But it was needed for tonight. Read More When is the Strictly Come Dancing results show? BBC start time and when it ends Strictly Come Dancing leaderboard: who had the highest score from judges in week 12 - who is at the bottom Strictly Come Dancing 2024: what are the dances for week 12? Full list of song choices Who is in the final of Strictly 2024? The celebrities in the final are, in no particular order: Advertisement Advertisement JB Gill Chris McCausland Tasha Ghouri Sarah Hadland When is the Strictly Come Dancing final? The final of the dancing show is scheduled to take place on BBC One/ iPlayer on Saturday December 14. So it is less than a week away - and just one episode will air that weekend, fans won’t have to wait 24 hours for a results show. BBC have confirmed that the final will be a feature length episode, running for more than 2 hours next week. It is due to start at 6pm on December 14. What do you think of the Strictly Come Dancing result? Have the right couples made it to the final - share your thoughts by emailing me: [email protected] . National World encourages reader discussion on our stories. User feedback, insights and back-and-forth exchanges add a rich layer of context to reporting. Please review our Community Guidelines before commenting.