ATLANTA (AP) — Deliberations are underway in Atlanta after a year of testimony in the gang and racketeering trial that originally included the rapper Young Thug. Jurors are considering whether to convict Shannon Stillwell and Deamonte Kendrick, who raps as Yak Gotti, on gang, murder, drug and gun charges. The original indictment charged 28 people with conspiring to violate Georgia’s Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act. Opening statements in the trial for six of those defendants happened a year ago . Four of them, including Young Thug, pleaded guilty last month. The rapper was freed on probation. Stillwell and Kendrick rejected plea deals after more than a week of negotiations, and their lawyers chose not to present evidence or witnesses. Both seemed to be in good spirits Tuesday morning after closings wrapped the previous night. Kendrick was chatting and laughing with Stillwell and his lawyers before the jury arrived for instructions. The jury started deliberating Tuesday afternoon and was dismissed at 5 p.m. Jurors are expected to resume deliberations Wednesday morning. If they don’t reach a verdict by 3 p.m. Wednesday, the judge will send them home for the Thanksgiving weekend and they will return Monday morning. Kendrick and Stillwell were charged in the 2015 killing of Donovan Thomas Jr., also known as “Big Nut,” in an Atlanta barbershop. Prosecutors painted Stillwell and Kendrick as members of a violent street gang called Young Slime Life, or YSL, co-founded in 2012 by Young Thug, whose real name is Jeffery Williams. During closings on Monday, they pointed to tattoos, song lyrics and social media posts they said proved members, including Stillwell, admitted to killing people in rival gangs. Prosecutors say Thomas was in a rival gang. Stillwell was also charged in the 2022 killing of Shymel Drinks, which prosecutors said was in retaliation for the killing of two YSL associates days earlier. Defense attorneys Doug Weinstein and Max Schardt said the state presented unreliable witnesses, weak evidence and cherry-picked lyrics and social media posts to push a false narrative about Stillwell, Kendrick and the members of YSL. Schardt, Stillwell's attorney, reminded the jury that alleged YSL affiliates said during the trial that they had lied to police. Law enforcement played a “sick game” by promising they would escape long prison sentences if they said what police wanted them to say, Schardt said. He theorized that one of those witnesses could have killed Thomas. The truth is that their clients were just trying to escape poverty through music, Schardt said. “As a whole, we know the struggles that these communities have had,” Schardt said. “A sad, tacit acceptance that it’s either rap, prison or death.” Young Thug’s record label is also known as YSL, an acronym of Young Stoner Life. Kendrick was featured on two popular songs from the label’s compilation album Slime Language 2, “Take It to Trial" and “Slatty," which prosecutors presented as evidence in the trial. Weinstein, Kendrick’s defense attorney, said during closings it was wrong for prosecutors to target the defendants for their music and lyrics. Prosecutor Simone Hylton disagreed, and said surveillance footage and phone evidence supported her case. “They have the audacity to think they can just brag about killing somebody and nobody’s gonna hold them accountable,” Hylton said. The trial had more than its fair share of delays. Jury selection took nearly 10 months , and Stillwell was stabbed last year at the Fulton County jail, which paused trial proceedings. Judge Paige Reese Whitaker took over after Fulton County Superior Court Chief Judge Ural Glanville was removed from the case in July because he had a meeting with prosecutors and a state witness without defense attorneys present. Whitaker often lost patience with prosecutors over moves such as not sharing evidence with defense attorneys, once accusing them of “poor lawyering.” But the trial sped up under her watch. In October, four defendants, including Young Thug , pleaded guilty, with the rapper entering a non-negotiated or “blind” plea, meaning he didn't have a deal worked out with prosecutors. Nine people charged in the indictment, including rapper Gunna , accepted plea deals before the trial began. Charges against 12 others are pending. Prosecutors dropped charges against one defendant after he was convicted of murder in an unrelated case. ___ Kramon is a corps member for The Associated Press/Report for America Statehouse News Initiative. Report for America is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on undercovered issues. Follow Kramon on X: @charlottekramon Charlotte Kramon, The Associated Press'As open as it has ever been' - is this the tightest Premier League?casumo live casino & slots 。

As snow blankets the Colorado mountains, outdoor enthusiasts have a unique opportunity: the winter hut trip. Whether you’re a skier or a snowshoer, a hut trip offers an excellent opportunity to connect with nature while exploring the rugged beauty of the state’s wilderness and enjoying the warmth and camaraderie of a cozy mountain hut. From the towering peaks of the San Juan Mountains to the snow-covered trails in Summit County, Colorado’s winter hut trips provide an unforgettable experience for adventurers of all levels. Huts fill up fast, so check each property’s for pricing and availability. Located between Telluride and Silverton near the top of Ophir Pass in the San Juan Mountains, the Opus Hut was built for backcountry skiers, mountaineers, hikers and mountain bikers. At 11,700 feet, the hut sits at treeline with low-angle glades below and open slopes above. While intermediate powder skiing is available out the back door of the hut, owner Travis Mohrman said the terrain is best suited for experienced backcountry skiers. Mohrman estimates that 15% to 20% of the groups visiting Opus Hut do so with guides. “They’re not personally comfortable with the terrain or they’re not from the area,” Mohrman said. “They guides are knowledgeable about local conditions — what the snow is, what’s safe and what’s not safe.” The cabin accommodates up to 20 people in five rooms. Some visitors book the whole hut and bring friends and family, while others reserve available beds in unbooked rooms. The hut features solar-powered lighting and 110-volt outlets for charging electronic devices. It also has filtered drinking water, hot and cold tap water, and indoor composting toilets. It provides full bedding and clean sleeping bag liners. During winter, the hut has four to six employees who sleep in a separate cabin. They prepare meals with natural, organic, and, when possible, locally grown products. The hut accommodates vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets–just be sure to inform the staff beforehand. It also offers beer, wine, and a limited selection of spirits for purchase. “You can travel much lighter if you don’t have to bring in your food,” said Mohrman, who took over the hut three years ago. “You don’t have to focus on the upkeep of being in the backcountry.” Reservations for Opus Hut open Aug. 1. “The winter fills up quick,” Mohrman said. “Every winter weekend books in the first five minutes.” Nestled at 11,200 feet in the San Juan National Forest, Campfire Ranch Red Mountain Pass is the perfect base for exploring world-class skiing, split boarding, snowshoeing, and ice climbing. Located between Silverton and Ouray, it’s is accessible during the winter via a half-mile backcountry over-snow approach. Campfire Ranch is an ideal choice for novices. While other Colorado hut systems require you to carry your own food, bring sleeping bags, and live off-grid, this one provides food service, solar-powered electricity, Wi-Fi, and bedding. The dog-friendly cabin accommodates eight people. “We took a hospitality approach to remove barriers to entry for people who want to have the experience but don’t have the gear or the knowledge,” said Katrin Meiusi, director of marketing for the properties. Campfire Ranch first opened a campground on the Taylor River in Almont near Crested Butte. RVs are not permitted at the campground, which is open from May to October. Amenities include unlimited firewood, clean bathrooms, and drinkable well water. The 38 backcountry huts managed by the non-profit 10th Mountain Division Hut Association are connected by 350 miles of trails among some of the tallest peaks in the lower 48 states. All huts, some of which accommodate up to 17 people, have kitchens with propane burners for cooking — propane is provided. They provide pots, pans, potholders, dishware, cooking and eating utensils, a percolator or French press for coffee, salt and pepper, paper towels, dish soap, hand sanitizer, cleaning supplies and trash bags. Some huts have ovens and propane grills. All huts provide lighting from on-site solar power, propane or a generator. A few huts also have outlets for charging small devices such as phones. The huts have either an outhouse or an indoor bathroom with toilet paper supplied. All huts include mattresses and pillows, but you must bring your sleeping bag and pillowcase. Summit Hut Association operates five backcountry huts open for winter from November to May. Francie’s and Janet’s cabins are also open for summer use from July to September. All huts have solar-powered lights, fully stocked kitchens, and wood-burning stoves. Francie’s, Janet’s, and Sisters’ cabins have saunas and indoor toilets. 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Nov 26 (Reuters) - Workday (WDAY.O) , opens new tab forecast fourth-quarter subscription revenue below Wall Street expectations on Tuesday, hit by weaker client spending on its human capital management software. Shares of the Pleasanton, California-based company fell over 10% in extended trading. Workday is experiencing weak demand for its payroll software, as clients cut tech budgets due to high interest rates and a cooling labor market. The company is facing stiff competition from larger rivals such as Automatic Data Processing (ADP.O) , opens new tab , prompting it to introduce new artificial intelligence features to remain competitive in a crowded market. Workday's shares have dropped about 3% this year, underperforming compared to its peers such as ADP and Paycom (PAYC.N) , opens new tab . The company forecast fourth-quarter subscription revenue of $2.03 billion, compared with estimates of $2.04 billion, according to data compiled by LSEG. Workday said it expects fiscal 2025 subscription revenue to be $7.70 billion, below estimates of $7.72 billion. Total revenue for the third quarter came in at $2.16 billion, versus expectations of $2.13 billion. It reported subscription revenue of $1.96 billion for the quarter ended Oct.31, in line with analyst expectations. On an adjusted basis, the company earned $1.89 per share, compared with estimates of $1.76 per share. Separately, the company said it has appointed former UiPath and Google executive Rob Enslin to the newly created role of president and chief commercial officer. Sign up here. Reporting by Zaheer Kachwala and Kannaki Deka in Bengaluru; Editing by Mohammed Safi Shamsi Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles. , opens new tab

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Keaston Willis scored 15 points off of the bench to help lead Tulsa over Detroit Mercy 63-44 on Tuesday. Willis finished 3 of 9 from 3-point range and 6 for 7 from the line for the Golden Hurricane (4-3). Isaiah Barnes scored 12 points while shooting 4 for 9, including 4 for 6 from beyond the arc and added seven rebounds. Dwon Odom had 11 points and went 5 of 8 from the field. Jared Lary led the way for the Titans (3-4) with 12 points and two steals. Tulsa led 36-27 at halftime, with Willis racking up nine points. Tulsa extended its lead to 54-35 during the second half, fueled by a 9-2 scoring run. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .

Hyderabad: Nitish Kumar Reddy made history today by scoring his first Test century at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground. At just 21 years old, he became the third-youngest Indian to achieve this milestone in Australia. His brilliant knock came at a crucial time, helping India recover from a tough position against a strong Australian team. India was struggling with seven wickets down and still trailing by over 150 runs. Nitish stepped up under pressure and formed a key partnership of 105 runs with Washington Sundar. Together, they stabilized the innings and helped India cross the follow-on mark. Nitish’s calm and steady batting gave the team a fighting chance in the match. WILDFIRE KNOCK from the Telugu Bidda 💥💥💥 #Pushpa2TheRule #Pushpa2 pic.twitter.com/m7cCwo9m8f Adam Gilchrist interviewing the proud father of Nitish Kumar Reddy. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/oT5fIuIn4P Nitish’s century was a mix of patience and power, including 12 boundaries and 2 sixes. This knock has placed him among the youngest Indian batters to score a century in Australia. His innings not only saved India from a difficult situation but also showcased his ability to handle pressure at the highest level. 🚨 NITISH KUMAR REDDY BECOMES INDIA'S LEADING RUN SCORER IN 2024-25 BGT...!!! 🚨 pic.twitter.com/IYniV4AjxY NITISH KUMAR REDDY AT 21 AGE HAS A TEST CENTURY IN AUSTRALIA. 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/LqQYo2Z7ny Off the field, Nitish is a big fan of Tollywood superstar Mahesh Babu. Inspired by Mahesh’s movies like Pokiri, Nitish often credits the actor for motivating him to work hard. After reaching his half-century, he celebrated with the famous “Pushpa” move, connecting his love for cinema with his cricketing success. Cricket expert Harsha Bhogle called Nitish “a star born from passion and determination.” Social media was flooded with admiration for his innings, with fans calling it one of the best under pressure. His ability to stay calm and composed in challenging conditions impressed everyone. Nitish Kumar Reddy’s historic century marks the start of what promises to be a bright career. His hard work, focus, and ability to shine under pressure make him a player to watch. As he continues to grow, fans can expect many more memorable moments from this rising cricket star.Travel: Colorado’s winter huts blend adventure, luxury, and scenic beauty

Israel approves proposed ceasefire with Lebanon’s HezbollahBryant 97, Tennessee St. 85What do TikTok users most want to see on the app? Survey reveals the answerThe mysterious black box in Pargin’s novel may contain something that triggers an American apocalypse, or, you know, it may just be nothing. Either way, what’s inside is the mystery propelling this provocative, rambunctious, comedic cultural rant of a novel that’s fueled by internet paranoia, conspiracy theories and outlandish action scenes. Abbott Coburn, a Lyft driver, reluctantly helps Ether get the black box to Washington, D.C. No peeking inside. No cellphones. A lot of cash. Socially awkward Abbott has spent most of his time online. Ether, on the other hand, lives off the grid. She’s determined, pragmatic and, despite what her name implies, far from soporific. A posse of eccentric characters chase them cross country, cheered on by a virtual torch-waving mob. “We’ve been looking at this from the wrong angle,” says Nora in Dave’s latest touching family drama. Dave’s trademark emotional twists and compelling characters, caught in the aftermath of loss, are in fine form in this latest mystery. It’s the story of the Noone family patriarch’s death and the unanswered questions it raises for his ex-wives, business partners and rivals, as well as his two sons and daughter Nora. Liam Noone was the founder of a boutique hotel empire, a company that appears to be at the center of his mysterious death. He appeared to everyone to be “smart, eager, solid,” a man who always showed his family “the best version of himself.” But what were the other versions? The reader is privy to revelations in a parallel narrative from Liam’s past, but Nora and her estranged stepbrother are on their own. Helgi Reykdal, one of the characters in Jónasson’s delightfully fiendish “Death at the Sanatorium,” is a collector of Golden Age mysteries, like those by Patrick Quentin and Agatha Christie. Set in Iceland, Jónasson’s slowly unfolding plot twists and his overly suspicious characters make for an engaging homage to those classics. The story opens in 1983 when Tinna, a new nurse at a sanatorium, finds the murdered body of the head nurse, then cuts back and forth to 2012, when Helgi is writing his dissertation on the 1983 murders. The novel is cleverly constructed around the perspective of the main characters from both time periods. But Tinna was my favorite. A delusional romantic, she enjoys “exaggerating her stories” because “life was easier if you tweaked the facts a little in your favor.” Against the backdrop of America’s “fascism under the guise of a return to better days,” Locke’s remarkable ”Guide Me Home,” the final book in her moving Highway 59 trilogy, finds Darren Mathews no longer a Texas Ranger, which informed his identity as a Black Texan for most of his life. A choice he made years before haunts him, eventually sending him into a nihilistic funk where “managing his sense of doom” is “nearly a full-time job.” When a young Black woman goes missing from an all-white sorority, no one is concerned except Darren’s estranged mother. The investigation forces Mathews to consider that the “men who had raised him had deceived him his whole life.” This realization makes Mathews worry “his cynicism, home-brewed over the years of living in a culture of double-dealing and dishonesty, was clouding his judgment.” Get local news delivered to your inbox!

EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND (AP) - Results from Scotch football: Ross County 2, Motherwell 1 St. Johnstone 1, Kilmarnock 0 Rangers 1, Dundee United 1 St Mirren FC 2, Aberdeen 1 Dundee 4, Hibernian FC 1 Hearts 1, Celtic 4 Hibernian FC 3, Aberdeen 3 Celtic vs. Ross County, 10 a.m. Dundee United vs. St Mirren FC, 10 a.m. Kilmarnock vs. Dundee, 10 a.m. Motherwell vs. Hibernian FC, 10 a.m. St. Johnstone vs. Rangers, 7 a.m. Hearts vs. Aberdeen, 10 a.m. Dundee vs. Motherwell, 2:45 p.m. Rangers vs. Kilmarnock, 2:45 p.m. Aberdeen vs. Celtic, 3 p.m. Aberdeen vs. St. Johnstone, 10 a.m. Celtic vs. Hibernian FC, 10 a.m. Dundee United vs. Kilmarnock, 10 a.m. Hearts vs. Dundee, 10 a.m. St Mirren FC vs. Motherwell, 10 a.m.Nick Kyrgios says positive tests for duo are ‘disgusting’ and ‘a horrible look’