BOILING SPRINGS, N.C (AP) — Leo Colimerio scored 27 points and Queens University held off Gardner-Webb 85-83 on Saturday. Colimerio shot 8 for 12 (3 for 5 from 3-point range) and 8 of 9 from the free-throw line for the Royals (6-5). He made two foul shots with 9 seconds left to give the Royals a four-point lead. Malcolm Wilson scored 11 points, finishing 5 of 6 from the floor. Nasir Mann shot 3 for 6, including 2 for 4 from beyond the arc to finish with nine points. Darryl Simmons II finished with 23 points and two steals for the Runnin' Bulldogs (4-7). Jamaine Mann added 18 points and seven rebounds. Pharell Boyogueno had nine points and four assists. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .Traveling this holiday season? 10 things the TSA wants you to know

Adamson’s Matt Erolon and Joshua Yerro during a win over UE in UAAP Season 87 men’s basketball.–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net Adamson battles Ateneo at the close of the UAAP men’s basketball tournament’s elimination round, with the Falcons knowing that no less than a win at FilOil EcoOil Centre would let them live another day in Season 87. A playoff for the last Final Four berth is at stake for the Falcons in the 5:30 p.m. contest, and while Ateneo will be playing for practically nothing but an ending to a forgettable season with a win, the Blue Eagles are not just going to roll over and die. Adamson will come into the game with a 5-8 record and could claim a tie for No. 4 with University of the East with a win, hence a one-game playoff for the right to battle La Salle in the Final Four. The powerhouse Green Archers ended eliminations with a 12-2 record. Second-ranked University of the Philippines (11-3), which also has a twice-to-beat bonus, and No. 3 University of Santo Tomas (7-7) will battle in the other half of the Final Four. And the Soaring Falcons will be trying to conquer a foe that has denied them of Final Four spots the last two seasons. “You respect your opponent and you respect yourself and you can only do that if you go out and give it your best shot every game,” Ateneo coach Tab Baldwin said. “That’s what you can expect from us in the final game against Adamson.” The Blue Eagles hope to force a four-way tie from fifth to eighth spots at 5-9 and make it the first time in the Final Four era that no bottom team will end up with double-digit losses. Subscribe to our daily newsletter By providing an email address. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy .

Trump provides update on Melania's plans during his next term in wide-ranging Time interviewShehu Sani, a former Senator from Kaduna state, has sent a message to northern elites over President Bola Tinubu's tax reform bills The former senator maintained that the president's economic reform is an opportunity for the country to reset, reconfigure and restructure Sani stressed that emotional outbursts and uninformed opinions would not contribute a meaningful discussions around the tax reform bills CHECK OUT: Don't let unemployment hold you back. Start your digital marketing journey today. Former Senator Shehu Sani has urged northern senators to approach President Bola Tinubu's proposed tax reform bills with an open mind rather than resorting to insults and abuses. According to Sani, the economic reforms present an opportunity for Nigeria to reset, reconfigure, and reshape its economy . He emphasized that emotional outbursts and uninformed opinions will not contribute to meaningful discussions around the bill. Tinubu's tax reform bills: Sani reacts Sani's comments were prompted by the heated debates surrounding the tax reform bills. Some senators have publicly expressed their opposition to the bills, with one senator even admitting to not having read the contents of the bill before commenting on it. Sani's call to action encourages his colleagues to engage with the bill more constructively and informatively. Read also Sanusi finally speaks up on security operatives taking over his palace PAY ATTENTION: Follow us on Instagram - get the most important news directly in your favourite app! The tax reform bills have been a topic of discussion in Nigeria, with some groups expressing their support for the reforms. For instance, the Minister of Information has stated that Nigeria's tax system is long overdue for reform. Similarly, former Governor Babangida Aliyu , Senator Shehu Sani, Sheikh Gumi, and Rev. Hayab have all expressed their support for the tax reform bills. Despite the support from some quarters, the tax reform bills have also faced opposition from various groups. Some have argued that the bills will burden citizens, while others have expressed concerns about the potential impact on the economy. See the video of Shehu Sani's here: Shehu Sani tackles Emir of Kano Sanusi II Legit.ng earlier reported that Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II has been knocked over his comment that he had ordered his daughters to return slaps if their husbands dared to slap them. Read also "His Highness Sanusi should not be encouraging this kind of domestic violence" - Shehu Sani Shehu Sani, a former senator from Kaduna state , said the comment by the Emir of Kano could lead to violence in marital relationships. The former federal lawmaker called for self-control and peaceful conflict resolution in households and warned against the promotion of violence. PAY ATTENTION: Сheck out news that is picked exactly for YOU ➡️ find the “Recommended for you” block on the home page and enjoy! Source: Legit.ng

Salesforce Training Service Market Forecasted for Strong Growth from 2024 to 2032 12-25-2024 07:55 PM CET | Business, Economy, Finances, Banking & Insurance Press release from: Prudent Markets Salesforce Training Service Market The Salesforce Training Service Market 2024-2023 report provides a comprehensive analysis of Types (Online Service, Offline Service), Application (Large Enterprises, SMEs), Analysis of Industry Trends, Growth, and Opportunities, R&D landscape, Data security and privacy concerns Risk Analysis, Pipeline Products, Assumptions, Research Timelines, Secondary Research and Primary Research, Key Insights from Industry Experts, Regional Outlook and Forecast, 2024-2032. 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New Delhi, Dec 29 (IANS): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday lauded the contribution of the training institutions of the Indian Army in making the personnel proficient in military strategies and skills of warfare. He was on a visit to the three Premier Training Institutes of the Indian Army - Army War College (AWC), Infantry School and Military College of Telecommunication & Engineering (MCTE) - in Mhow, Madhya Pradesh, on Sunday, accompanied by Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi and other senior officers of the Indian Army. The Defence Minister was briefed by the Officiating Commandant on the establishment of Advanced Incubation and Research Centre and the various MoUs towards enabling absorption and transformation of technologies, said a statement. He visited the Army Marksmanship Unit to witness their contribution towards national sports. The Defence Minister also visited the Infantry Museum, where he was briefed on the history of Infantry as well as the induction of modernised equipment into the Infantry. Singh also interacted with all ranks of the three institutes at AWC. Addressing the troops, he commended the courage of the Indian Army personnel in safeguarding the borders and ensuring national security. “Your dedication and devotion to duty are an inspiration to all of us. It is due to your hard work and commitment that our country and its borders are becoming increasingly secure and strong,” he said. The Defence Minister called upon the armed forces to continue keeping a vigilant eye on the current geopolitical scenario, and always remain alert and ready to deal with any kind of threats. He emphasised that there are times when India faces challenges on the borders as well as on the internal front, which makes it imperative for the soldiers to keep a close eye on the activities of the adversaries and take timely and effective steps against them. The Defence Minister asserted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government's aim is to make India a developed and self-reliant nation by 2047, and the Armed Forces will play a crucial role in achieving this goal. Earlier, Rajnath Singh visited the Bhim Janm Bhoomi, a memorial dedicated to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar in Mhow, and paid homage to the Bharat Ratna awardee and the architect of the Indian Constitution at his birthplace.

Croatia's President Zoran Milanovic will face conservative rival Dragan Primorac in an election run-off in two weeks' time after the incumbent narrowly missed out an outright victory on Sunday, official results showed. The results came after an exit poll, released immediately after the polling stations closed, showed that Milanovic, backed by the opposition left-wing Social Democrats, had scooped more than 50 percent of the first round vote and would thus avoid the January 12 run-off. Milanovic won 49.11 percent of the first round vote and Primorac, backed by the ruling conservative HDZ party, took 19.37 percent, according to results released by the state electoral commission from nearly all of the polling stations. Such a strong lead for Milanovic, whom surveys labelled a favourite ahead of the vote, raises serious concerns for Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic's HDZ. The election comes as the European Union and NATO member country of 3.8 million people struggles with biting inflation, widespread corruption and a labour shortage. Among the eight contenders, centre-right MP Marija Selak Raspudic and green-left MP Ivana Kekin followed the two main rivals, the exit poll showed. They each won around nine percent of the vote. Croatia's president commands the country's armed forces and has a say in foreign policy. But despite limited powers, many believe the office is key for the political balance of power in a country mainly governed by the HDZ since independence in 1991. "All the eggs should not be in one basket," Nenad Horvat, a salesman in his 40s, told AFP. He sees Milanovic, a former leftist prime minister, as the "last barrier to all levers of power falling into the hands of HDZ", echoing the view of many that was reflected in Sunday's vote results. The 58-year-old Milanovic has been one of Croatia's leading and most colourful political figures for nearly two decades. Sharp and eloquent, he won the presidency for the Social Democrats (SDP) in 2020 with pledges to advocate tolerance and liberalism. But he used the office to attack political opponents and EU officials, often with offensive and populist rhetoric. Milanovic, who condemned Russia's aggression against Ukraine, has nonetheless criticised the West's military aid to Kyiv. That prompted the prime minister to label him a pro-Russian who is "destroying Croatia's credibility in NATO and the EU". Milanovic countered that he wanted to protect Croatia from being "dragged into war". "As long as I'm president no Croatian soldier will wage somebody else's wars," he said this month. Milanovic regularly pans Plenkovic and his HDZ party over systemic corruption, calling the premier a "serious threat to Croatia's democracy". "I'm a guarantee of the control of the octopus of corruption... headed by Andrej Plenkovic," he said during the campaign. For many, the election is a continuation of the longstanding feud between two powerful politicians. "This is still about the conflict between the prime minister and president," political analyst Zarko Puhovski told AFP. "All the rest are just incidental topics." Primorac, a 59-year-old physician and scientist returning to politics after 15 years, campaigned as a "unifier" promoting family values and patriotism. "Croatia needs unity, global positioning and a peaceful life," he told reporters after casting his ballot in Zagreb, adding that he would later attend a mass. Primorac repeatedly accused Milanovic of "disgracing Croatia", a claim that resonated with his supporters. ljv/bcGrieving families blast decision to allow shamed top doctor Catherine Calderwood to swerve grilling at UK Covid Inquiry

UNCASVILLE, Conn. (AP) — Jackie Johnson III led Fordham with 29 points and Joshua Rivera hit the game-winning 3-pointer with eight seconds left as the Rams knocked off Bryant 86-84 on Saturday. Johnson added four steals for the Rams (7-5). Rivera scored 17 points and added five rebounds. Japhet Medor shot 5 for 12 (0 for 3 from 3-point range) and 7 of 8 from the free-throw line to finish with 17 points. The Bulldogs (6-7) were led in scoring by Kvonn Cramer, who finished with 23 points. Bryant also got 21 points, 10 rebounds, eight assists and two steals from Earl Timberlake. Barry Evans had 10 points, nine rebounds and two steals. Medor scored 12 second-half points for Fordham. Up next for Fordham is a matchup Saturday with Albany (NY) at home. Bryant visits Towson on Sunday. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .

First 12-team College Football Playoff set, Oregon seeded No. 1 and SMU edges Alabama for last spot SMU captured the last open spot in the 12-team College Football Playoff, bumping Alabama to land in a bracket that placed undefeated Oregon at No. 1. The selection committee preferred the Mustangs (11-2), losers of a heartbreaker in the Atlantic Coast Conference title game, who had a far less difficult schedule than Alabama (9-3) of the SEC but one fewer loss. The first-of-its-kind 12-team bracket marks a new era for college football, though the Alabama-SMU debate made clear there is no perfect formula. The tournament starts Dec. 20-21 with four first-round games. It concludes Jan. 20 with the national title game in Atlanta. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings. Get any of our free email newsletters — news headlines, obituaries, sports, and more.Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, known for his thought-provoking insights, has passed away at the age of 100. A collection of his memorable quotes reflects his unique perspective on personal and political matters. In a 2005 interview, Carter candidly compared his post-presidency achievements to his time in office, stating, "I can't deny I'm a better ex-president than I was a president." His "malaise speech" in 1979 voiced concerns about a national crisis of confidence, warning of its threat to America's social and political fabric. Carter was passionate about human rights, saying, "America did not invent human rights. In a very real sense, it is the other way round." His spiritual honesty was evident in a 1976 interview where he confessed to harboring lust in his heart. Throughout the years, his unwavering commitment to peace and government responsibility was clear in speeches accepting the Democratic nomination and the Nobel Peace Prize. (With inputs from agencies.)

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Cousins Properties Announces Pricing of Senior Notes Offering2024 in focus: How political landscape of India changed this year after assembly polls in eight statesAs technology evolves at an unprecedented pace, professionals across industries must stay updated with the latest trends and innovations. The rapid adoption of new technologies means that your resume should not only reflect your past achievements but also demonstrate your proficiency in the skills and tools that are defining the future. In 2025, tech skills will continue to play a pivotal role in shaping career trajectories, making it essential to incorporate relevant trends into your resume to ensure you stand out. Whether you're an established tech expert or just beginning your journey in the tech world, it’s crucial to present yourself as adaptable, forward-thinking, and in tune with the current technological landscape. This article delves into practical steps to help you enhance your resume with the most relevant tech skills, ensuring that it appeals to potential employers and reflects the skills that are shaping the future of work. Emphasise your most relevant technical expertise The first step in updating your resume is to ensure that you are highlighting the that matter most in 2025. With so many new technologies emerging, it’s easy to get overwhelmed, but focusing on the most sought-after skills can help you stay ahead of the curve. Make sure to include skills related to artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, blockchain, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and data analytics. These are the areas in which employers are investing heavily and looking for expertise. Rather than simply listing general skills, dive into specific tools and platforms you have experience with. For example, if you’re proficient in machine learning, mention specific frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Keras. 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Identify the key skills and experiences the employer is looking for, and adjust your resume accordingly. For example, if the job requires expertise in cloud computing, make sure your experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud is clearly highlighted. Every tech role requires different skills. For a software development position, emphasise your coding proficiency and familiarity with specific programming languages. For a cybersecurity role, focus on your experience with encryption, penetration testing, or threat analysis. If the job description uses specific terminology or buzzwords, incorporate them into your resume (without overdoing it). This will help you connect with the recruiter’s needs and make your resume feel like a perfect match for the position. Highlight your ongoing learning and flexibility In the fast-evolving tech world, showcasing your ability to continuously learn and adapt is essential. Employers value candidates who are proactive about staying current with the latest trends and technologies. Demonstrating your commitment to professional development can set you apart from others in the competitive job market. If you’ve recently completed relevant or courses (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer, or courses on platforms like Coursera or Udemy), make sure to include them. These show that you are actively pursuing growth and staying up to date with the latest technologies. Personal projects can be a great way to demonstrate your commitment to learning. If you’ve built a website, contributed to open-source software, or worked on side projects related to new technologies, these are valuable additions to your resume. If you’ve worked in environments where you had to quickly learn new tools or adapt to shifting priorities, mention these experiences. 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Essex Financial Services Inc. lessened its stake in NVIDIA Co. ( NASDAQ:NVDA – Free Report ) by 3.9% in the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 191,435 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock after selling 7,818 shares during the period. NVIDIA comprises about 1.1% of Essex Financial Services Inc.’s holdings, making the stock its 11th largest holding. Essex Financial Services Inc.’s holdings in NVIDIA were worth $23,248,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. A number of other hedge funds and other institutional investors also recently modified their holdings of NVDA. Lowe Wealth Advisors LLC bought a new position in shares of NVIDIA in the 2nd quarter worth approximately $25,000. DHJJ Financial Advisors Ltd. grew its stake in shares of NVIDIA by 1,900.0% in the 2nd quarter. DHJJ Financial Advisors Ltd. now owns 200 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock worth $25,000 after buying an additional 190 shares during the last quarter. CGC Financial Services LLC purchased a new stake in shares of NVIDIA in the 2nd quarter worth approximately $26,000. Koesten Hirschmann & Crabtree INC. purchased a new stake in shares of NVIDIA in the 1st quarter worth approximately $27,000. Finally, Quest Partners LLC purchased a new stake in NVIDIA during the 2nd quarter valued at $27,000. Institutional investors own 65.27% of the company’s stock. Insiders Place Their Bets In other NVIDIA news, Director John Dabiri sold 716 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction on Monday, November 25th. The shares were sold at an average price of $142.00, for a total value of $101,672.00. Following the sale, the director now directly owns 19,942 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $2,831,764. This represents a 3.47 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through this link . Also, CEO Jen Hsun Huang sold 120,000 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction on Monday, September 9th. The shares were sold at an average price of $105.33, for a total transaction of $12,639,600.00. Following the completion of the sale, the chief executive officer now directly owns 75,895,836 shares in the company, valued at approximately $7,994,108,405.88. The trade was a 0.16 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The disclosure for this sale can be found here . Over the last three months, insiders have sold 1,796,986 shares of company stock valued at $214,418,399. 4.23% of the stock is currently owned by insiders. NVIDIA Stock Performance NVIDIA ( NASDAQ:NVDA – Get Free Report ) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, November 20th. The computer hardware maker reported $0.81 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.69 by $0.12. The company had revenue of $35.08 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $33.15 billion. NVIDIA had a net margin of 55.69% and a return on equity of 114.83%. NVIDIA’s revenue for the quarter was up 93.6% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter in the previous year, the firm posted $0.38 earnings per share. As a group, equities analysts forecast that NVIDIA Co. will post 2.76 earnings per share for the current year. NVIDIA declared that its board has authorized a stock repurchase program on Wednesday, August 28th that authorizes the company to buyback $50.00 billion in shares. This buyback authorization authorizes the computer hardware maker to reacquire up to 1.6% of its stock through open market purchases. Stock buyback programs are often an indication that the company’s leadership believes its shares are undervalued. NVIDIA Dividend Announcement The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Friday, December 27th. Shareholders of record on Thursday, December 5th will be issued a $0.01 dividend. This represents a $0.04 annualized dividend and a yield of 0.03%. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, December 5th. NVIDIA’s dividend payout ratio is currently 1.57%. Analysts Set New Price Targets Several brokerages have commented on NVDA. Wells Fargo & Company increased their target price on NVIDIA from $165.00 to $185.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research note on Thursday, November 21st. Loop Capital reaffirmed a “buy” rating and issued a $175.00 target price on shares of NVIDIA in a report on Wednesday, November 20th. Phillip Securities reaffirmed an “accumulate” rating and issued a $160.00 target price (up from $155.00) on shares of NVIDIA in a report on Friday, November 22nd. Benchmark raised their price target on NVIDIA from $170.00 to $190.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a report on Thursday, November 21st. Finally, DA Davidson raised their price objective on NVIDIA from $90.00 to $135.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research report on Friday, November 22nd. Four analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating, thirty-nine have given a buy rating and one has issued a strong buy rating to the company. According to MarketBeat.com, the stock presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $164.15. Read Our Latest Report on NVDA NVIDIA Company Profile ( Free Report ) NVIDIA Corporation provides graphics and compute and networking solutions in the United States, Taiwan, China, Hong Kong, and internationally. 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Mickey Mouse's Christmas wish? Bring the NBA to Disney World. As part of this year's Christmas Day slate, Disney, ESPN and the NBA are teaming up for a special holiday broadcast. A presentation called "Dunk the Halls" is set to premiere on Wednesday afternoon for the game between the Knicks and Spurs . WATCH: Disney's 'Dunk the Halls' broadcast LIVE on Sling The alternate broadcast will mirror the Knicks vs. Spurs game, animating the players and action in real time. The entire Disney crew, including Mickey and Minnie, will be cheering the teams on from the sidelines. Here is everything you need to know about the special "Dunk the Halls" presentation, including TV and streaming information for the alternate game broadcast. Where to watch Knicks vs. Spurs animated broadcast TV channel: ESPN2 Live stream: Sling The "Dunk the Halls" broadcast will air on ESPN2. You can also stream the animated broadcast between the Knicks and Spurs on Sling . Sling is the home for sports fans, as it offers a wide range of channels. You can always cheer for your favorite teams with channels like ESPN, TBS, TNT, NFL Network, FS1 and more. The traditional broadcast of the Knicks vs. Spurs game will air on ABC and ESPN. What is the 'Dunk the Halls' game? The alternate telecast of the Christmas Day matchup will use Sony's Beyond Sports Technology to animate the action as it happens. The same technology has previously been used by the NFL for editions of "Funday Football," featuring characters from "Toy Story" and "The Simpsons." In this version of the broadcast, classic Disney characters will all be watching, and they will even participate in a slam dunk contest at halftime. Knicks vs. Spurs start time Date: Wednesday, Dec. 25 Time: Noon ET Knicks vs. Spurs will tip off at noon ET on Christmas Day. The game will be played at Madison Square Garden in New York. NBA games on TV today: Full schedule for Christmas basketball games Wednesday, Dec. 25 Game Time (ET) TV channel/Live stream Spurs vs. Knicks Noon ABC, ESPN, ESPN2 (alternate telecast), Sling Timberwolves vs. Mavericks 2:30 p.m. ABC, ESPN, Sling 76ers vs. Celtics 5 p.m. ABC, ESPN, Sling Lakers vs. Warriors 8 p.m. ABC, ESPN, Sling Nuggets vs. Suns 10:30 p.m. ABC, ESPN, Sling NBA games on Christmas: Radio stations Radio channel: SiriusXM channels 80, 86 You can listen to Christmas Day NBA games live with SiriusXM . Get SiriusXM for free for your first month . Listen to live NBA, NFL, MLB and NHL games, plus NASCAR, college sports and more. Stay updated with all the news and get all the analysis on multiple sport-specific channels. Game Time (ET) SiriusXM channel Spurs vs. Knicks Noon 80, 86 Timberwolves vs. Mavericks 2:30 p.m. 80, 86 76ers vs. Celtics 5 p.m. 86 Lakers vs. Warriors 8 p.m. 86 Nuggets vs. Suns 10:30 p.m. 86 Related Links Full NBA schedule 2024-25 Latest NBA news and rumors NBA standings for Eastern, Western Conference The NBA's highest-paid players in 2024-25 The Goat Debate: Michael Jordan vs. LeBron James If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. Learn more >Johnson's 29, Rivera's game-winner lead Fordham past Bryant, 86-84

UNCASVILLE, Conn. (AP) — Jackie Johnson III led Fordham with 29 points and Joshua Rivera hit the game-winning 3-pointer with eight seconds left as the Rams knocked off Bryant 86-84 on Saturday. Johnson added four steals for the Rams (7-5). Rivera scored 17 points and added five rebounds. Japhet Medor shot 5 for 12 (0 for 3 from 3-point range) and 7 of 8 from the free-throw line to finish with 17 points. The Bulldogs (6-7) were led in scoring by Kvonn Cramer, who finished with 23 points. Bryant also got 21 points, 10 rebounds, eight assists and two steals from Earl Timberlake. Barry Evans had 10 points, nine rebounds and two steals. Medor scored 12 second-half points for Fordham. Up next for Fordham is a matchup Saturday with Albany (NY) at home. Bryant visits Towson on Sunday. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .Secured Borders Key To Economic Growth –AdeniyiIn a video statement, Bushra Bibi, the wife of imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan, alleged that his political troubles began after a trip to Saudi Arabia. The claim led to swift responses from top Pakistani figures disapproving of these insinuations against a key ally. Imran Khan, currently incarcerated, defended his wife by stating she never specifically mentioned Saudi Arabia, emphasizing the nation's steadfast support for Pakistan. Despite this, the video's timing has fueled controversy ahead of Khan's PTI party's protest in Islamabad. Government officials, including Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, accused the remarks of harming national interests, stressing the importance of Saudi-Pakistani relations amid ongoing economic challenges. The diplomatic spat underscores tensions ahead of the planned political demonstrations. (With inputs from agencies.)

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s government has fallen after a stunning territorial advance by opposition groups over the past few days. On Sunday morning, state television announced the “triumph of the great Syrian revolution and the fall of the criminal Assad regime.” Assad decided to step down and left the country, Russia’s foreign ministry later said in a statement. The toppling of the longtime ruler is sending shock waves through the Middle East and will be a major blow to Russia and Iran, his main foreign backers. Hayat Tahrir Al-Sham, which has led the push to oust Assad and his government, entered Damascus on Saturday evening and captured the key city of Homs — about 100 miles (160 kilometers) north of the capital — around the same time. Other areas of the country, including in the north near the Turkish border and in the south, have been captured by different groups. Videos and broadcast footage showed Syrians in Damascus and elsewhere celebrating the downfall of the widely despised regime. There were also signs of jubilation in Turkey, which hosts millions of Syrian refugees. HTS’s leader, Ahmed Al-Sharaa, called on all of the Syrian government’s forces in the capital to stand down. Al-Sharaa, also known as Abu Mohammed Al-Jolani, said Prime Minister Mohammad Ghazi al-Jalali will remain in his role until there’s an official handover. Al-Jalali, speaking to Al Arabiya television, said he didn’t know where Assad was. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, which tracks the conflict, said he took a flight from Damascus and left the country. U.S. officials currently believe Assad is in Moscow, according to a person familiar with the matter. The 59-year-old, who took over from his father Hafez in 2000, made a last-ditch attempt to remain in power, including indirect diplomatic overtures to the U.S. and President-elect Donald Trump, Bloomberg reported on Saturday. In a sign of how weak his military position was, he ordered his army to fall back on Damascus, essentially ceding much of the country, including Homs, to the insurgents. Syria was reclassified as a low-income country by the World Bank in 2018, with its gross domestic product collapsing by more than half between 2010 and 2020. Its exports chiefly comprise products such as olive oil, nuts and phosphates, according to the CIA World Factbook. It also produces and traffics narcotics, the U.S. State Department says. Trump took to social media to say that the U.S. should “have nothing to do with” the developments in Syria. “This is not our fight,” he said. “Let it play out. Do not get involved!” President Joe Biden’s administration, in power until next month, showed little inclination to intervene and has said the U.S. has nothing to do with HTS’s rebellion. The U.S. and Israel, which borders Syria, are watching warily. Assad was no ally of theirs, and Washington has severely sanctioned the Syrian government. But HTS is designated a terrorist organization by the U.S. and other Western countries. On Sunday morning, Israel said it had deployed forces in a buffer zone near Syria to protect communities in the Golan Heights. The Israeli military added it’s not involved with what’s happening in Syria. “It should be remembered that these rebels aren’t lovers of Zion,” Danny Danon, the Israeli ambassador to the United Nations, told Israel’s Channel 14. “It’s true that everyone is today welcoming the weakening of Iran — something that is certainly very significant from a regional perspective. But there is also concern that parties aligned with terrorist organizations” will use Assad’s weapons against Israel. HTS, a Sunni group, broke away from al-Qaeda in 2016 and has tried to portray itself since then as more moderate. Al-Sharaa, in an interview with CNN on Dec. 5, said non-Muslims and other minorities would be safe in Syrian areas overseen by HTS. The leader, in his early 40s, attributed the success of opposition forces to greater discipline and unity. German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock in a statement warned “the country must not now fall into the hands of other radicals — whatever guise.” France called on its partners “to do their utmost to help the Syrians find the path to reconciliation and reconstruction through an inclusive political solution.” Syria’s political situation is likely to remain fluid as various groups try to bolster their positions, according to risk consulting firm RANE. “The collapse will likely trigger a contested political process among competing rebel factions to create a provisional government,” said Freddy Khoueiry, RANE’s global security analyst. “This will likely be a slow process prone to violence as foreign actors try to shape the postwar balance of power, making an unstable and fragmented Syria the most likely outcome in the near term.” Assad lost large swaths of the northwest of the country in late November as opposition fighters made a sudden advance out of Idlib province. They first captured Aleppo, one of the biggest cities in Syria, and then advanced on Hama. The rapid collapse of Syria’s government has taken Russia, Iran and the U.S. by surprise. In 2015, Russia and Iran came to Assad’s aid and helped turn the tide in Syria’s war — which began four years earlier — in his favor. This time both Tehran and Moscow, which has a naval base at the Syrian port of Tartus, have been stretched by conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine. Iran tried to drum up support for Assad among Arab states. It also said it would send Iranian troops to Syria if he requested it, but was ultimately unwilling or unable to. Moreover, Tehran’s most powerful proxy militia group, Lebanon-based Hezbollah, has been hugely degraded since September by war with Israel. Its fighters were crucial to helping Assad stay in power from early in the civil war. The Syrian conflict has left between 300,000 to 500,000 people dead and displaced more than 10 million, with many of them fleeing abroad, according to United Nations agencies and Syrian organizations. (With assistance from Peter Martin, Dan Williams and Selcan Hacaoglu.) ©2024 Bloomberg L.P. Visit bloomberg.com. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.