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For the past few weeks the American Canyon High School football team was without its star quarterback Mason Harris, who suffered a concussion in the team’s regular season finale. He returned in the North Coast Section Division IV semifinal and his head seemed just right on Friday night. His legs looked even better. Harris — often playing as a running back — danced in the rain like Gene Kelly, rushing for 204 yards and four touchdowns in the Wolves’ 45-12 win over Granada at Wolf Den Stadium. Harris also threw for 65 yards and a touchdown. “Look, we played Casa Grande a month ago in the rain and they beat us. In this rain. We played absolutely horrible,” American Canyon head coach Trevor Hudson said. “All week we didn’t ask for the rain to go away, we wanted more and more. We embraced the rain. We practiced in the rain and we didn’t cut anything short and we dumped balls in water so when we came out for this game we would be prepared. “We showed up and we showed out. But we’re not done. This was just the next step.” The foul and rainy weather didn’t deter Harris, who looked like his old self. “He looks pretty good now,” Hudson said with a huge grin. “He played a hell of a game. He did a fantastic job but most of the team looked good. They came together. They didn’t worry about how big they (Granada) looked on film. We didn’t care about how many games they won or the league they played in. We played through all of that. Now, saying all of that, Granada is a great football team.Their coaches had the team prepared, but tonight they got beat by Wolves.” “I was ready to go before the game even started,” Harris said. “I couldn’t worry about getting hit. I just had to stick to playing how I usually do.” Harris said that running for yards as a tailback instead of a quarterback wasn’t a problem. “Not as much, no, because I’ve been running all year,” Harris said. “It’s become second nature. Just run straight and it always works for the best.” With the win, the Wolves equaled the deepest postseason run in program history — the section final. With Redwood High upsetting top-seeded Ukiah on Friday night, the Wolves’ travel plans are less significant. Instead of a four-hour trip, American Canyon will play Saturday, Nov. 30 at Napa’s Memorial Coliseum with a 7 p.m. scheduled kickoff. In order to get to Napa, the Wolves had to brave the storm on Friday night. With 9:27 left in the first quarter Harris showed he was running on all cylinders with a 44-yard dash down the right sideline for a touchdown to make it 7-0. Five minutes later Harris showed off his arm with a six-yard touchdown pass to Miles Baylor that made it 14-0. Granada answered with a touchdown at the start of the second quarter to bridge the gap to 14-6, but that’s as close as it would get. American Canyon scored on a 32-yard run by Harris to make it 21-6 with 8:19 left in the first half and then added to its lead as time expired in the second quarter on a 28-yard field goal by Edoardo Pelagatti. The Wolves recovered a fumble on the second play of the third quarter and two plays later took advantage of the turnover with Harris’ third touchdown run of the contest, this one a 36-yard romp to make it 31-6. With 7:48 left in the third Harris duplicated his success with another 36-yard touchdown run to make it 38-6. Harris let someone else have some scoring fun in the fourth when Khairee Baker scored on a 56-yard run to make it 45-6. The score gave the Wolves a running clock and eventual 45-12 win. Granada scored its final touchdown as time expired in the fourth. Things got testy in the fourth with a few unsportsmanlike penalties, prompting Hudson to tell his team to not get baited into further penalties that could jeopardize playing time in the championship. Hudson said he’s happy the team won’t be traveling far for the title game, but knows the Wolves are in for a tough battle. “Look, you don’t always get a chance for revenge against a team you got beat by earlier in the year,” Hudson said. “They beat our tail last time and they’re not just going to lay down. We need to be ready. They just won in a mud bowl so they’re going to be even better in phenomenal conditions. They’re going to be ready to go, so we need to be ready to go.”WWE Network is closing. Where to watch RAW, Smackdown, NXT?

1. A set of vibrant fine point pens to doodle away in all the colors imaginable! Think about how cute your to-do list will look plastered in these gorgeous hues. Promising review: "I love how this pen feels to hold and it writes beautifully! I am very picky about how the ink looks from the pens I use and I don't remember having one that writes so smoothly and beautifully! I will buy these whenever I need more. I actually just purchased another package of all black!" — Kate Get a set of 18 from Amazon for $8.99 (also available in black). 2. A dimmable duck night-light that's just so ducking adorable! You can just tap the duck to adjust the brightness and it has an optional 30-minute timer so you don't need to worry about turning it off! This light doesn't require any batteries — it's rechargeable! It comes with a USB charging cable. Promising review : "I ordered this lamp because of its appearance. I didn't NEED a duck lamp...but it has totally filled a void in my life I didn't know existed. Everyone who sees it pokes it. The lamp is actually very functional. It's got a really nice set of brightness options and the glow is yellowish, which is much nicer than white in a dim/dark room. One thing that isn't mentioned in the description is that its legs are utterly floppy. It's terrific." — Literated Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (also available in two other styles). 3. Or a toast night-light to light up your day if it's been a little *crumby.* This adorable face mixed with the perfect glow is the BEST way to end your night. Plus its little legs double as a phone stand! Watch one TikToker use it here ! Promising review: "Cutest little light I didn’t know I needed! Timer function is perfect for use as a nightlight or as an indicator that it’s time for bed. Brightness is perfect, especially since you can choose to keep front, back, or both lights on. Battery life is fantastic, I’ve only charged it once since getting it and it has been used every night . Would definitely recommend." — Tiff164 Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in four styles). 4. A bunch of macaron boxes for decor *and* for storage! You can put tiny trinkets, jewelry, and even pills in here — oui oui, I'll take six please. Promising review: "Just received these cute little boxes and am in love with them. Very thick and sturdy plastic but easy enough to open. These will work perfectly for filling solid perfumes and giving out as stocking stuffer gifts as I don't have to worry about it being a snug fit/lid falling off. I imagine these would also be great for pretend food for kids' playsets or for a kid's trinket box. Overall I love them, love their feel, love the colors and am very happy ." — Mary Get a set of six from Amazon for $5.99 . 5. A bottle of Mike's Hot Honey that you can't go wrong with no matter what you decide to put it on. Name me a better combination than sweet and spicy — YUM! Promising review: "Saw this on a Food Network show and decided to try! LOVE IT! Great honey taste with just a bit of heat at the end. My husband loves 'hot' foods and even grows his own peppers to put on anything. He really likes this on his French toast and I like it with peanut butter. However, I just made baked beans and added a tablespoon of Mike's Hot in addition to the brown sugar (reduced amount) and they were the BEST baked beans ever!" — Ritakc Get it from Amazon for $13.49 (also available in multipacks). And read our full review of Mike's Hot Honey to learn more reasons why we love this stuff. 6. And Truff Hot Sauce if you loooove spice but more importantly ~truffle~. You can drizzle this on almost anything and everything, but hopefully not on ice cream (but hey, no judgement here). BuzzFeeder Hannah Loewentheil absolutely *loves* this stuff (those are her pictures above!): "I've been doing much more cooking lately. There's one ingredient that makes even my most average home cooking taste amazing, and it's this Truff truffle-infused hot sauce. The white truffle infused hot sauce quite literally tastes like heaven, but IMO, the classic black truffle hot sauce is the most versatile and a staple in my kitchen. And while at first $20+ seemed like an absurd price to pay for hot sauce, this stuff is worth the price tag. I mean...truffles. And I've tried plenty of truffle-infused hot sauces, olive oils, and what-nots in the past, but they often taste overpowering or low-quality. But this hot sauce is the perfect balance of decadent truffle, heat, spice, and a tiny bit of sweetness. I slather it on pretty much everything savory from eggs and tacos to sandwiches and fried rice. Even if my cooking tastes mediocre at best, a drizzle of this makes it taste almost restaurant quality and so full of flavor." Get it from Amazon for $14.24+ (available in five flavors) . Check out her full Truff hot sauce review to learn more! 7. A cocktail shaker set to make a drink — or a few — at home and keep yourself busy with a few margs in ya. It comes with the essential tools for making cocktails and even includes recipes to bring you one step closer to being a bartender. Set includes: cocktail shaker with a built-in strainer, double sided jigger, mixing spoon, Hawthorne strainer, double lever corkscrew, ice tongs, bottle opener, and recipe cards. Promising review: "I bought this for my boyfriend for Valentine's Day, but in reality, I just wanted him to learn how to make his own drinks so I could have yummy $9 drinks from home . He loves it, and so do I. It came with a booklet full of recipes for all sorts of drinks you find at all the trendy bars, and now he is starting to be so confident in his drink-making abilities he doesn't even need to look at it! I love it, so does he, and we are just excited to make fun things at home!" — Hailey Stover Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in eight styles). 8. A pair of ridiculously comfy pull-on cushioned boots because these fuzzy shoes will never go out of style. Reviewers say they are just like Uggs and these babies come in so many colors! They're perfect for walking and are super duper cozy, so the winter cold is no match for your feet. As an added bonus, there are no visible labels from the company on the shoe (and reviewers say they're even easier to pull on than Uggs!). Promising review: "I had these on my wishlist for a while but was skeptical. I’m glad I finally ordered them! They fit perfectly and SO much easier to put on than my real Ugg minis, which I love. They’re very comfy and warm. Highly recommend! Glad I bought them to wear while I wait for Ugg to restock their tan ultra minis." — Kamryn Get it from Amazon for $69.99 (available in women's sizes 5–11 including wide sizes, and in 11 colors). 9. The Clearly Impossible Puzzle , which will scratch your brain and keep you busy for hours. HOURS. Once you complete the puzzle, though, it will give you a sense of satisfaction like no other. Promising review: "This puzzle is totally clear. You don't know if the pieces are upside down or right side up. There are extra edge pieces that fit into the body of the puzzle to add to the challenge. I have the 100-piece puzzle. Took me four hours, but it was really fun! They have the same puzzle with more pieces — may grab one of those to see if I can complete." — Robin L. Smith Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in four sizes: 100, 200, 500, and 1,000 pieces and in two colors). 10. Or an oh-so-satisfying 1,000-piece Mystic Maze puzzle with the most unique shapes combined with the most adorable designs. This baby isn't like any other — once you complete it, you can open the envelope to reveal extra pieces to add onto the completed puzzle for a ~twist~ ending! You can check out a TikTok of the Mystic Maze puzzle in action (but warning, it will spoil the surprise!). Promising review: "I bought this as a gift for my husband because he absolutely loves puzzles and magic, so it was a no-brainer! I was honestly way more excited to finish putting this puzzle together than a normal puzzle because I couldn’t wait to see the end result. Blown away. I’m super impressed and will be purchasing a different version. Oh, and they weren’t kidding about the no dust in the box...very pleased with this purchase!" — Nlbrimberry Get it from Amazon for $22.99 . 11. A shaker of edible cocktail glitter that you can add to any drink because everything is better with ✨sparkles✨. Bakel is a small business established in 2016 that specializes in edible glitters for food and drink. Promising review: "Don’t think any further and just buy it. This was so cool and everyone loved it! I got the clear one because it will go with any drink. I will be the one to put this in all my friends drinks. Also had no taste so it was just the look. Sooooooo cool!" — gigi Get it from Amazon for $11.99 (available in 17 colors). 12. We're Not Really Strangers , a game if you and your friends, S.O., or even roommates have run out of things to talk about — trust me, this game will get the conversation rolling. The question cards come in three levels that get more intense the further you go and you must give an answer to move on. The game works best with two players but can be played with up to six. You can also check our their expansion packs here ! Promising review: "I got this for my best friend and I. We’ve known each other 10+ years and found even with this game that we were learning new things about each other. It took us hours just to complete the first two parts! Super fun way to start a conversation and get to know someone on a deeper level. Cannot recommend enough for friends, family, or relationships." — Lilly Get it from Amazon for $17.59+ (available in five editions). 13. A gentle carbonated clay mask to exfoliate your skin and remove blackheads for the ultimate spa experience. After applying it, wait five minutes for bubbles to form, remove the foam, and let the charcoal sit for a little before washing it off — fun and cleansing! Try being upset with bubbles on your face, I dare you. Check out a TikTok of the foaming mask in action. Promising review: "I love this stuff! I received some for a gift and then purchased it for my daughter from Amazon. It feels like a clay mask going on, and then starts bubbling and turns to a thinner substance when it's done. I feel like it is very gentle on my face. My skin feels amazing after I wash it off. It feels like I used moisturizer, even though I did not. I hear that these masks are very popular in Japan." — L. Shea Get it from Amazon for $8.69 . 14. An assortment of Cadbury chocolates so you won't have to fly allll the way to Europe for some ~wicked~ (*in a British accent*) candy. I'm literally salivating thinking about unwrapping one of these bars. Each set comes with with one Curly Wurly, one Picnic, one Twirl, one Starbar, one Crunchie, one Wispa, one Dairy Milk Caramel, one Double Decker, one Dairy Milk, and one Flake. Promising review: "While watching Matilda The Musical recently on Netflix, we saw one of the kids handing Matilda a Curly Wirly bar. Having never tried one before, I went online to fine them and happened across this box. This candy has not disappointed. Fresh and delicious!" — Barbra Get it from Amazon for $22 . 15. A pair of constellation tassel earrings that'll be the *star* of your outfit. Promising review: "These are absolutely beautiful, and clever with the post being falling stars. The stud sits comfortably and is lovely. Not gaudy or tacky in the least. I’m thrilled with them — and the price? If you are charmed by the picture you won’t be disappointed! They’re beautiful!" — Amyss Get them from Amazon for $8.66 (available in two colors). 16. A cult-favorite movie theater popcorn salt because popcorn from the theater just hits ~different~. Reviewers say it tastes just like the real deal, so heat up some kernels and sprinkle this bad boy on. Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord has to say about it: "Our family recently unearthed this because beloved To All The Boys I've Loved Before author Jenny Han mentioned that it was her secret to delicious popcorn, and it may have just wrecked me for other at-home popcorn for the rest of my life . It genuinely tastes just as salty and buttery and savory as fresh movie theater popcorn. I inhaled it so fast that every single one of my organs lit up in mild alarm." Promising review: "I am a person who will make myself sick eating buckets of popcorn (I have no self control). This has by far been my favorite 'TikTok made me buy' item. My at-home popcorn is now my favorite thing to make and I don't need to go the theater for popcorn. Very much worth the purchase and this will last me such a long time." — S Martinez Get it from Amazon for $9.89 . 17. A "Drunkin' Grownups" wineglass that is just so fitting. Coffee and wine, what more do we need to run on? Creations Using Vinyl is a New Jersey-based Etsy shop established in 2017 that specializes in custom accessories and home goods. Promising review: "I love my wineglass. It was exactly as displayed. I get so many compliments on the glass." — Kathleen Get it from Creations Using Vinyl on Etsy for $9.50+ (available in two colors and with orwithout glitter). 18. A SipCaddy wine and beer holder to sip your cabernet (or IPA if that's more your speed) in the tub without having to hold it the entire time. Luxurious bath mode: activated. Check it out in one TikToker's shower here ! Promising review: "Such a simple idea, how is this just coming into my life now? I didn't think showers could get any better but now I have a brew/wine within reach at all times. Really helps take the edge off after a long day. The thing is way sturdier than you'd expect, I've tugged on it and it's not going anywhere. The slotted design allows you to use stemmed wineglasses, too. A truly perfect product. This piece of plastic is working as hard as my therapist and I stan." — Steven Get it from Amazon for $12.95+ (available in six styles). 19. A Cuisinart ice cream maker for a homemade frozen treat. If you're bored of regular flavors, you can make quite literally *any* concoction in this baby. It doesn't just have to be ice cream either — you can whip up some frozen yogurt, sorbet, and even milkshakes to fulfill that sweet tooth of yours. Promising review: "My wife has bugged me for years to make her sorbet and I never did until I bought this easy-to-use Cuisinart. Now I have made about five different treats in no time. The simplicity of this machine is great and it is so simple to use. I will never buy ice cream, sorbet, or frozen yogurt again. There is no comparison to what you can make for yourself. I did buy an extra freezer bowl so I can make two treat without waiting for the bowl to refreeze — it is great. OH, there are lots of great recipes on the internet. Make sure to size it right for your Cuisinart. I did not do this and got a big time brain freeze to stop an overflow." — Gary Brooks Get it from Amazon for $69.95 . 20. A supremely soft pair of fuzzy slippers so you can lounge around in style. See them on one TikToker who calls them the "comfiest slippers on Amazon" here ! Promising review: "These slippers are amazing! Discovered them on TikTok and went back and forth about ordering them but wow, they are so comfortable. I have barely taken them off since receiving them. They are so fluffy and stay on my feet surprisingly well when walking around the house. Can’t wait until more colors are in stock to get another pair." — MSumm Get them from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in women's sizes 5–10 and 16 colors) 21. A Baby Yoda Chia Pet because yo-daserve it. When you see this adorable thing grow, you'll definitely think The Force is with you. The kit comes with chia seeds, a drip tray, and display stand, and in just 1–2 weeks you should see it in full bloom! Promising review: "This is so adorable!! If you love The Child aka Baby Yoda this is a must. It’s fun and cute and a real conversation piece. People run over to it. Enjoy." — Suzanne Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (also available in seven other styles). 22. A pack of miracle berries that'll turn anything sour into a sweet and delightful treat. Bring out an array of tangy foods and have a tasting party! P.S. it'll make spicy foods taste sweet too! Promising review: "This product is amazing! I don't know how it works exactly as I haven't done any research yet but it does in fact make sour things sweet and sweet things even sweeter. Raw sliced lemon taste like lemon candy and pineapples even sweeter, so sweet that I couldn't stand it lol. I also tried it with a shot of vodka — it didn't make it sweet but it dulled the taste and made it smoother! I can't wait to try more things!! Great product." — Michael Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $17.99 . 23. A microwave rapid cake maker because during your Cake Boss binge, your mouth refuses to stop salivating. Well now you'll be able to bake a spongey treat in literally just six minutes, SIX!!! Just grab all the ingredients you need, mix in everything into the bowl, and pop it into the microwave. Rapid Brands is a California-based small business that specializes in dishwasher-safe, microwaveable, BPA-free kitchen products. Psst — people swear by this for dorms, studio apartments, and for safer, easier baking with kids! Promising review: "I love this cake maker! It makes just the right size cake for our family of four. They’re not exactly like a cake fresh from the oven, but pretty darn close! My 12-year-old son loves to use it, so much so we make a cake on a weekly basis. Since each cake only requires a half a box of mix, we don’t have to store them for long. I think they taste much better than a mug cake and are almost as easy." — Clare Get it from Amazon for $34.69 . 24. A ridiculously fun ring toss game to cure your at-home boredom and transport yourself by pretending you're on a beach playing this magnificent game. It's perfect for all ages, so grab your family for some friendly competition! Tiki Toss is a small business that specializes in family-friendly games for home and outdoor use. Promising review: "We all love this game. Everyone who comes over cannot stop playing. So simple and so fun. Quality and design of product is fantastic. Also makes a great gift." — jzek Get it from Amazon for $6.79+ (available in two sizes). 25. A sushi making kit so you can have an at-home omakase if you have time to kill. Think about all the endless combinations you can create! The kit includes: two bamboo sushi mats, a rollers, two temaki rollers, a rice mold, a sushi knife, five pairs of chopsticks, two chopstick holders, a rice paddle, a rice spreader, two sauce dishes, a sushi cutting mold, and a guide book! Promising review: "I don't usually take the time to review, but I felt the need to do so with this kit. I find it fascinated. I'm also a father of three and I find this product to be very useful, easy to use and easy to clean. This kit is beautifully selected with everything you need to make sushi. I love it!!! You must have it. Sushi came out as described and it even comes with a starter recipe and direction booklet. Great stuff!!! A+" — Salim Khan Get it from Amazon for $18.59 . 26. A wireless, Bluetooth-enabled karaoke mic to sing your pretty little heart out. Just be careful if you're belting "I Will Always Love You" at 4 a.m. — your neighbors may not love that. Promising review: "You don't understand, TikTok made me obsess over this microphone. As a 30+-year-old woman, I resisted purchasing it. I finally broke down and bought it because it was haunting me in my sleep. I'm so glad I did. When I am in a bad mood I start karaoke in my house and am instantly better. It has 'ruined' my teenage son's life because my performances can be heard through his Xbox microphone. This is a must-have product." — Zane A. Undercoffer Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in 15 colors). 27. A ~Mystical Fire~ colorant so you can turn your fire into a mesmerizing light show — so magical it's like witchcraft. I don't think you could ever get bored watching these colorful flames. Promising review: "Mystical Fire Colorant is amazing. For a really fun experience, get some of these for your next camping trip. As if a campfire needs improvement...but this stuff is really neat. I'd say the adults love it even more than the kids. We only used one packet and the colors were so good — seems like they lasted at least 20 minutes. There was even color left in the ashes the next day. We will never go camping again without several packs of Mystical Fire on hand." — TeNe Get it from Amazon for $6.40 . 28. A gorgeous paint-by-number kit for anyone who has time to kill and a whole lot of patience. All you have to do is paint inside the lines with the designated colors and you'll turn into Picasso — even if you don't have an artistic bone in your body. The kit includes a linen canvas, four wooden brushes, a set of acrylic paints, a guide, and a reference sheet. You can also get a frame for your masterpiece here ! Promising review: "I have never found prints like this in PBN, and that's the reason I bought. I wish you could find more like this on the boards and not the rolled canvas. All these brushes! That's a bonus. Its great not having to mix colors. The paint is thick, and that's a good thing. I just dip my brush in water first and then the paint to thin it out. The thick paint makes it easier to cover the numbers and lines. This has been a lot of fun to work on. Looking for more prints in this style." — Pat Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in 12 styles). 29. Or a diamond art kit to create a glorious finished piece — paint by numbers but make it ✨sparkly✨. This is perfect if you want to try your hand at crafting but are scared of making a mess. There's no need to panic if you mess up, just remove the diamond. And the symbols on the blank canvas make it so easy to complete. This kit includes 12 canvases, pens, trays, glue, and diamond bags. Promising review: "I don’t have much experience with diamond painting (this is my first attempt), but I’m amazed at how inexpensive this kit is. The pictures are all very pretty. It came complete with all the diamonds needed, as well as tools and attachments, as described." — BellyWisdom Get it from Amazon for $23.39 . Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.CONWAY, Ark. (AP) — Elias Cato scored 23 points as Central Arkansas beat UNC Asheville 92-83 in double overtime on Sunday. Jordan Morris made two free throws with one second left for UNC Asheville (2-3) to force overtime tied at 71. Fletcher Abee's 3-pointer with 33 seconds left in the first overtime tied the game at 79 and led to the second extra period. Michael Evbagharu's layup gave Central Arkansas (2-4) the lead in the second OT and Cato followed with a 3-pointer as the Bears outscored the Bulldogs 21-12 to pull out the victory. Cato added nine rebounds for the Bears. Layne Taylor totaled 19 points, seven assists, six rebounds and five steals. Brayden Fagbemi pitched in with 19 points, seven assists and five steals. The Bulldogs (2-3) were led by Fletcher Abee, who recorded 27 points. UNC Asheville also got 17 points from Josh Banks. Toyaz Solomon finished with 15 points, 15 rebounds and three blocks. ___ The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by and data from . The Associated Press

The Group MPP "TGMPP" Raises $7.5 Billion in AUM $1.875 Billion Quarterly in 2025 12-03-2024 10:46 PM CET | Business, Economy, Finances, Banking & Insurance Press release from: Getnews / PR Agency: Press Release Power Image: https://www.getnews.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/1733249787.jpeg The Group MPP (TGMPP) announces a major milestone with $7.5 billion in assets under management (AUM). Positioned for growth, TGMPP will manage $1.875 billion quarterly in 2025 across real estate, motion pictures, cryptocurrency, and stocks and bonds. New York, NY - December 3, 2024 - The Group MPP (TGMPP) has secured $7.5 billion in assets under management (AUM). Based in South Dakota, the limited liability company, with corporate headquarters in New York City, announced that with this groundbreaking achievement, TGMPP will manage $1.875 billion in AUM over each of the next four quarters of 2025. "For a new company, this is a tremendous achievement," Chairman and CEO Lee Andrew Myers stated. Speaking from TGMPP headquarters in New York City, he continued, "We are thrilled and ready to meet the challenges in the four distinct areas chosen for our fund: real estate, motion pictures, cryptocurrency, and stocks and bonds." TGMPP is redefining hedge fund investment through an advanced and creative strategy that will also include precious commodities, particularly gold, Vice Chairman Russell E. Berge explained. "Leveraging a unique blend of insured certified assets and expert asset management, TGMPP aims to set a new standard in commodity-based investments while maintaining a commitment to principal protection and sustainable growth," he said this week, adding, "Our focus on gold reserves as a foundational asset positions TGMPP to deliver significant value to investors while navigating economic uncertainties with precision." Hedge funds remain a favored choice for affluent investors seeking flexible, high-return strategies in unpredictable markets. With a rise in high-net-worth individuals globally, TGMPP is well-positioned to meet growing demand with a strategy that prioritizes value-driven growth and innovative asset management. The company's distinctive approach to digitizing assets and eliminating intermediaries underscores its commitment to long-term stability and consistent returns. "Embracing the latest technology to digitize assets, we have established a dual-layered system that not only guarantees returns but also solidifies its commitment to meeting investor expectations," Myers said. TGMPP's business model is built upon a foundation of deep industry relationships, financial acumen, and a forward-thinking approach to commodity investment. By eliminating middlemen and harnessing the power of insured and certified assets, the company is poised to deliver unparalleled value to its investors and redefine the standards of commodity-based hedge fund investments. As the company navigates the complexities of the financial markets, commitment to tradition, accuracy, and consistent progress will remain unwavering. The Group MPP's dedication to principal protection and steady, sustainable growth will further solidify its position as a leader in the industry. "Eschewing the short-term allure of high-risk investments in favor of a disciplined and value-driven strategy, we plan to provide investors with a distinctive opportunity: a hedge fund that prioritizes long- term stability and consistent returns, setting a new benchmark for excellence and trust in the financial world," the chairman concluded. The Group MPP is owned and managed by an experienced team of founders, including Lee Andrew Myers, Russell E. Berge, Shirley Craig, Jeffery Clarke Meyers, and Charles Addessi, in their capacity as the board members, portfolio managers, advisors, and financial analysts. Visit TGMPP's website https://www.tgmpp.com to learn more about our team and business plan. Media Contact Company Name: The Group MPP Contact Person: Shirley Craig Email: Send Email [ http://www.universalpressrelease.com/?pr=the-group-mpp-tgmpp-raises-75-billion-in-aum-1875-billion-quarterly-in-2025 ] Phone: (929) 235-8307 City: New York State: New York Country: United States Website: https://www.tgmpp.com This release was published on openPR.CORK CHAMPIONS captured the Munster Intermediate and Junior hurling titles as Watergrasshill and Russell Rovers claimed provincial glory. The Hill are Intermediate champions after a dominant 10-point victory over Cashel King Cormacs in a downpour at the Gaelic Grounds. Centre-forward Adam Murphy led the way with a point straight from the throw-in and he never stopped going in front of 2,336 fans, ending the day with 1-12 (1-5 from play). Managed by 2001 Tipperary All-Ireland-winner and All-Star Eddie Enright, the Cork champions advance to meet Carey Faughs of Antrim in the All-Ireland semi-final in a fortnight. Cashel were over-reliant on Devon Ryan’s frees and a couple of Eoghan Connolly sideline cuts. Tipp U20 Oisín O’Donoghue was their only starter to score from play. It was 0-10 to 0-8 at half-time, with Cashel’s one point from play in contrast to the Hill’s cutting edge, requiring only one free and the other nine from play. Murphy had four points and Brendan Lehane two more. Connolly produced two major moments with back-to-back sideline cuts arrowed between the posts, either side of a point from Hill corner-back Ian O’Callaghan. They were level three times but Cashel never led. It was still a one-score game at the three-quarter mark but not for long more. Captain Seán Desmond supplied Murphy who whistled his bullet just over the crossbar. His next chance came around straight from the next puck-out. Anthony and Patrick Cronin did the spadework for Murphy to skip a low shot to the bottom corner. 1-15 to 0-11 after 48 minutes. Ger Browne, introduced as a sub, nailed a tricky score but Aiden Foley stopped a close-range Ryan free. The Hill took over with five points on the spin, while Desmond forced Jonathan Walsh into his second save. Cashel sub Adrian Cummins scored back-to-back points but it was the Hill’s day. Earlier at Páirc Uí Rinn, 2-2 from Brian Hartnett saw Russell Rovers secure a second Munster title five years after their last, beating Waterford’s Kilrossanty by 11 points. The Dónal Óg Cuasack-coached side are the sixth successive Cork winners at this grade, with 2010 All-Ireland football champion Ciarán Sheehan lifting the Rody Nealon Cup as captain. The Shanagarry club will face Ballinascreen of Derry in the All-Ireland semi-final, although a straight red card for Kevin Tattan is a blow ahead of that contest in a fortnight. They did it despite a perfect start for Déise runners-up Kilrossanty. Within 12 seconds, Alan Dunwoody fed Eoin Power who dispatched the sliotar to the net. What followed was far more imperfect as they misfired their next five shots wide and Dunwoody had another saved by Ross Walsh. When Rovers got a firm stranglehold on the Rossies’ puck-outs, they were far more clinical, reeling off 1-4 in four minutes. The 18th-minute goal originated from Fintan Murray’s high catch before Kieran Walsh’s ball in trickled through for Hartnett to apply a lethal finish. There were saves at either end as Walsh denied Jack Power before Waterford footballer Caoimhín Walsh blocked Hartnett’s rasper. Pádraig Fitzgerald accounted for Kilrossanty’s three points but also had six misses, including four placed balls. Despite playing with the wind, their 25% conversion rate left them two behind, 1-5 to 1-3, at half-time. Rovers restarted with the first three points from Josh Beausang, who finished with 0-7. Former Déise football captain Paul Whyte scored after his introduction but the Cork side were safe in the 48th minute when Hartnett grabbed Daniel Moynihan’s delivery and blasted home. Five minutes later, they were reduced to 14 when Tattan was sent off for a foul on Dunwoody. They avoided further punishment, though, as Walsh saved from a Dunwoody effort and a Fitzgerald free. A stoppage-time goal for Luke Duggan Murray was the cherry on top.

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How Avon’s newly approved use tax on construction materials will workNEW YORK (AP) — Having waited 63 years for an Ivy League football title, Columbia had to stand by for another 40 minutes. The Lions had beaten Cornell 17-9 but needed a Harvard loss against Yale to secure a share of first place on the season's final day. So Columbia players retreated to their locker room on a hill a few hundred feet from Wien Stadium to watch the game in Boston on TV as a few hundred fans remained and gazed at the gold-and-orange foliage of Inwood Hill Park glowing in Saturday's afternoon sun. When Yale recovered onside kick with seconds left to ensure a 34-29 Harvard defeat, players let out a scream and streamed back onto the field to celebrate, smoke cigars, lift a trophy and sing “Roar, Lion, Roar” with family and friends. Who would have thunk it? “You had the realization of, oh, I’m a champion, which is something that hasn’t been said here in a while,” co-captain CJ Brown said. Harvard dropped into a tie with Columbia and Dartmouth at 5-2, the first time three teams shared the title since 1982 — the conference doesn't use tiebreakers. “It was nerve-wracking, for sure, but definitely exciting because that's something that not a lot of people have experienced, especially here," running back Joey Giorgi said. There have been several top players at Columbia — Sid Luckman, Marty Domres, Marcellus Wiley among them — but the school is perhaps better known for owners such as the New England Patriots' Robert Kraft and former Cleveland Browns head Al Lerner. Columbia's only previous championship in 1961 also was shared with Harvard. That Lions team was coached by Buff Donelli, a former Pittsburgh Steelers and Cleveland Rams coach who scored for the Americans in soccer's 1934 World Cup. Columbia set a then Division I-AA record with 44 consecutive losses from 1983-88, a mark broken by Prairie View’s 80 in a row from 1989-98. Since 1971, the Lions’ only seasons with winning records until now were 1994, 1996, 2017, 2018, 2021 and 2022. Al Bagnoli, who won nine Ivy titles in 23 years at Penn, couldn't manage one at Columbia from 2015-22. He quit six weeks before the 2023 opener, citing health, and was replaced on an interim basis by Mark Fabish, his offensive coordinator. Jon Poppe, now 39, was hired last December after working as a Bagnoli assistant at Columbia from 2015-17 between stints at Harvard from 2011-14 and 2017-22, plus one season as a head coach at Division III Union College. He led the Lions to a 7-3 record overall, their most wins in a coach's first season since George F. Sanford's team went 9-3 in 1899. Poppe had wife Anna and 7-year-old daughter with him in the locker room watching the countdown to the title. “Sixty-three years of whatever into now,” he said. “Just seeing a lot of that history myself, personally. This is a hugely — a feeling of elation, seeing my dad on the field, a lot of emotional things with that.” Before a crowd of 4,224, quarterback Caleb Sanchez's 1-yard touchdown run put Columbia ahead in the second quarter. Giorgi's 1-yard TD run opened a 14-3 lead in the third and Hugo Merry added a 25-yard field goal in the fourth, overcoming three field goals by Alan Zhao. Giorgi rushed for 165 yards and finished his career with 2,112, second in school history. He and Brown missed what would have been their freshman season in 2020 because of the coronavirus pandemic. Given Columbia's athletic history — the most successful sport is fencing — it is not an obvious football destination. “I saw the dedication, whether it resulted in wins or losses,” Brown said. “I saw their dedication to the product that they put out on the field and also the athletic department, the facilities that we had here, the busses on schedule and stuff, I was like, OK, they care about their athletes. People here want to win and it doesn’t matter what’s happened in the past, it matters what we’re going to do now.” Poppe cited a mindset. “You get 10 opportunities, unlike other sports, it is a grind to play this sport and prepare the way we do just for 10,” he said. As the final whistle sounded in Boston, Brown noted an unusual initial reaction in the locker room. “It was like kind of awe when they recovered the kick,” he said. “It was a lot quieter than you would think it would be, but you could feel the joy and the elation.” They accomplished what more than six decades of their predecessors had failed to. As the players headed out, Poppe had a final word. “Day off tomorrow,” he said. 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-football Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.

Over the years, Roblox has expanded its RPG offerings and become increasingly expansive in terms of what’s actually available, showcasing the platform’s real development capabilities. Whether they offer rich combat systems or immersive world exploration features, these are the best Roblox RPGs available now on the platform. 10. Sword Blox Online: Rebirth Offering a more traditional MMORPG-style experience, Sword Blox Online: Rebirth focuses on classic dungeon crawling and character progression. There are multiple weapon types each offering distinct combat styles, gameplay, and ability sets. Social interaction and party play are encouraged via more challenging dungeon content that actually requires coordination from all players involved. Also, Sword Blox Online: Rebirth maintains and relies on an active player-to-player trading system, creating valuable equipment and materials through a player economy. Players can develop their characters through both combat prowess and via crafting abilities, which creates a pretty well-rounded online RPG experience. 9. Wings of Fire Inspired by the popular series of novels with the same name, Wings of Fire allows players to take on the role of various different dragons from unique tribes. Each tribe has abilities that align with their lore from the book series as well. For example, RainWings are able to camouflage themselves while SeaWings excel in aquatic biomes. Wings of Fire offers both PvE and PvP elements of gameplay. The world of Wings of Fire is divided into different territories that also match the series’ settings, with each area offering its own distinct challenges and resources. Players can form groups with other dragons as well as alliances that creates social dynamics mirroring the heavy political intrigue from the book series. 8. Northwind Set in a colonial frontier environment, Northwind combines survival mechanics with RPG progression to create a rather unique colonial experience. Players can choose from a variety of different professions including hunting, trading, and crafting, each offering unique gameplay paths but also ways to grow and flourish in the RPG. Northwind also features a winter setting that creates additional survival challenges that players must traverse while adapting to the colonial setting. The economy in Northwind is largely player-driven, featuring mostly player-crafted items and resources that must be traded amongst other players rather than relying solely on self-found items. The game environment also hosts various settlements where players create their own sort of hubs to trade and interact, creating a true colonial setting. 7. Treasure Quest Treasure Quest is a more traditional dungeon-crawling RPG that focuses more on cooperative gameplay and loot progression than world exploration. Players can choose from a variety of different classes for their character, each with unique abilities to complement specific team compositions when delving deep into the dungeons. With random generation, each dungeon delving experience ensures run variety creating an almost roguelike RPG experience. The full Treasure Quest experience also features a robust trading system for players to exchange equipment found deep in their delves. With varying types of equipment and deep classes, various compositions of teams can tackle the unique dungeons with their own approach, creating a deeply social RPG. 6. Dinosaur Simulator Offering a very unique RPG experience, Dinosaur Simulator allows players to simulate the life of various dinosaur species. Each species of dinosaur has unique abilities and entire playstyles as you live the life of that dinosaur, including powerful T Rexes and more fast-action Velociraptors. Regardless of which dinosaur you choose, you’ll start as a juvenile dino and must survive to reach adulthood and become stronger. Dinosaur Simulator features various different biomes that suits each of the dinosaur species, encouraging players to find their own niche in each ecosystem and biomes. Depending on which dinosaur you choose, you’ll have to seek out the right biome for you to flourish, teaming up with other players to form dinosaur packs and increase your chances of survival. 5. Legends Re:Written Legends Re:Written is an action RPG with anime-inspired combat mechanics and character customization, giving players the opportunity to live out their anime dreams in an RPG setting. Legends Re:Written features various fighting styles and ability combos that players can master to truly become anime legends as the name suggests. Combat throughout all forms of progression emphasizes combination chains and skill timing in both PvE and PvP combat. As such, players can participate in both solo and group content to level, with certain challenges being offered exclusively for team-based play. Paired with the unique character progression system, Legends Re:Written provides a robust anime-themed RPG experience for solo and social players. 4. Slime Slaying Simulator A progression-focused RPG about hunting increasingly powerful slimes as the name suggests, Slime Slaying Simulator features various weapons and equipment that players can collect and upgrade to amplify their slime massacring. Different areas feature unique slime types with their own strengths, weaknesses, attack patterns, and of course drops, allowing you to farm areas for specific resources and items. Character development in Slime Slaying Simulator includes both equipment progression and character-based skill improvements. Along the way, players can trade items and resources with each other through Slime Slaying Simulator’s in-game marketplace system. 3. Creatures of Sonaria Creatures of Sonaria is essentially a monster-collecting RPG where the player takes on the role of the creature itself, trying to survive in a brutal world of other creatures in the world of Sonaria. Players will unlock and have the ability to play as other creatures as they progress, similar to Dinosaur Simulator, allowing players to grow from child to adult as each creature. With over 350 creatures in total across Creatures of Sonaria, there is a lot of variability in terms of look, playability, and features for players to uncover between all the creatures. With a robust player-to-player marketplace, each creature also maintains its own value for players to trade with each other and try out new setups. 2. Pilgrammed: The Raindrops In short, Pilgrammed is a long-running deep open-world RPG with deep armor and weapon crafting. Pilgrammed is a massively expansive world with plenty to explore and tons of secrets to uncover. There are a variety of playstyles including melee weapons like swords and spears, ranged options like bows and guns, or even magic casting via spells like a mage in more traditional RPGs. As players become stronger in Pilgrammed they will be able to take on stronger boss enemies with their own unique skillsets and strategies. Taking down these bosses will give access to exclusive weapons, armor, and resources that can allow players to get even more powerful regardless of their playstyle. 1. Deepwoken Taking the top slot on our best RPG list for Roblox has to be the immersive RPG Deepwoken. At its core, Deepwoken is a massive online RPG with a very unique mechanic: permadeath. This is an RPG that doesn’t hold your hand despite being on a platform like Roblox , and many have compared it to more hardcore RPGs like the Dark Souls and Sekiro series’. While it can be difficult, it’s an extremely rewarding RPG that utilizes a talent card system for players to create diverse character builds. Deepwoken also features rich lore that rewards players in both story, and loot, for going off the beaten path and exploring what the world has to offer. Paired with its permadeath system, Deepwoken offers a very unique but rich gameplay experience hard to find on Roblox .As reported by Daily Mirror (via , the Magpies are confident they can sign the England international for £30 million, a notable reduction from his valuation during the summer. Newcastle believe they can sign Marc Guehi for cheap The Magpies made several bids to sign him last summer, going as far as offering close to £65m, but Palace rejected all bids as they valued him close to £70m. Eventually, and Guehi ended up staying at the club. But with Guehi nearing the final 18 months of his contract at Selhurst Park and reportedly reluctant to extend his stay, Newcastle see it as a prime opportunity to strike a deal. It has been reported that the club director Paul Mitchell is personally keen on securing the services of the defender and the club are . Guehi has established himself as a key part of Crystal Palace’s defence and a reliable option for the England national team. Since arriving from Chelsea in 2021 for a fee of €23.34 million, the 24-year-old has consistently delivered impressive performances. Known for his ability to combine defensive stability with attacking contributions, he has already scored twice this season, highlighting his all-around impact on the pitch. Newcastle’s need to bolster defence Now, with long-term injuries to key defenders Jamaal Lascelles and Sven Botman significantly limiting Eddie Howe’s options, the Magpies are prioritising reinforcements at the back. Guehi’s extensive experience, including 109 Premier League appearances and 22 international caps for England, makes him an attractive target who could seamlessly integrate into the squad. Adding Guehi to the team would not only resolve Newcastle’s immediate defensive gaps but also align with the club’s broader ambitions for sustained success. His remarkable consistency, starting every Premier League game for Palace this season has made him a highly sought-after player with several clubs interested in securing his services including Liverpool and Tottenham. However, the Magpies remain among the favourites to sign him. 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Amid the wave of headlines made by Blake Lively's newly released lawsuit against her It Ends With Us co-star and director Justin Baldoni over claims of sexual misconduct and an attempt to "destroy her reputation," her husband Ryan Reynolds is breaking his silence. The star, 48, was named in the lawsuit as well, as a part of a meeting conducted between Blake, 37, Justin, 40, and other members of the movie's production team and crew concerning allegations of sexual misconduct on set by the Jane the Virgin star. The Canadian-American actor was also a factor in the narrative surrounding the apparent feud between the movie's two leads due to his own influence on its production. While many of the movie's cast members and even Colleen Hoover have spoken out in support of Blake, Ryan is turning his attention toward garnering donations for one of their charitable drives. The star previously revealed his association with the foundation SickKids, which raises funds to support the health and wellbeing of children by facilitating charitable donations to children's hospitals. Why Hailey Bieber, Taylor Swift are in Blake Lively's complaint against Justin Baldoni He shared a video that was made to garner support for SickKids, which saw him put back on the Deadpool suit once more and be joined by one of his three daughters with Blake, also in a Deadpool suit . Ryan and Blake share daughters James, 10, Inez, eight, and Betty, five, plus son Olin, one. Also making a cameo in the video is the original Wonder Woman, Lynda Carter , and the actor posted a message of gratitude to his social media on December 23, his first appearance since his wife's lawsuit was made public. MORE: Inside Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds' oldest daughter's star-studded life at 10 Alluding to the tense situation in their family, he penned: "It's almost Christmas Eve. Last day to donate to @sickkidsvs. @blakelively and I are matching any donation to $500k." He continued: "This organization is a sanctuary for so many kids and their parents traversing the unimaginable. Thank you @rowlandbb for directing this amazing little piece during a time I really didn't feel like putting the suit on." MORE: Ryan Reynolds makes bittersweet confession about 'future' and parenting 4 kids with Blake Lively "Thank you @reallyndacarter for your time, grace and talent. Thank you to my daughter for being such a good person despite your dad asking you to swear (for a good cause)." More details on the Gossip Girl star's suit continue to emerge, as her former co-stars from The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants franchise , her It Ends With Us co-stars Brandon Sklenar and Jenny Slate, the book's author Colleen, actress Amber Heard , and even Blake's other family members have shared their statements of support over the past week. MORE: Blake Lively's extravagant makeover of NYC family apartment Justin himself has yet to comment on the allegations that have surfaced against him, although his lawyer responded to the lawsuit by calling the claims "false, outrageous and intentionally salacious with an intent to publicly hurt." The texts and conversation chains between his PR team in the lawsuit and responses from others who've worked with him and in the celebrity crisis PR space have sparked debates on celebrity reputation management as well.

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South Korea’s right-wing president, Yoon Suk Yeol, suddenly declared martial law across the country on Tuesday and then swiftly rescinded it after the self-declared anti-communist power grab was unanimously rejected by parliament and sparked a public mass uprising. Late Tuesday evening, Yoon declared martial law, saying that there is a need to protect the country from “communist forces” and to eliminate “anti-state forces.” The decree prohibited all political activities, put all news publications under control of martial law and banned all labor activities like strikes or work slowdowns. Members of the National Assembly, South Korea’s parliament, rushed to the chamber after the declaration, with one lawmaker saying that he had to climb over a wall to get past police and military who were blocking the building. Less than three hours after it was declared, parliament voted, 190 to 0, to reverse the edict. Meanwhile, protests erupted in Seoul after the declaration. The Korean Confederation of Trade Unions, one of South Korea’s largest unions with over 1 million members, called for an “ indefinite general strike ” until Yoon resigned. Even though the parliament voted to undo the declaration, military officials had reportedly pledged to continue enforcing it until the president lifted it, according to South Korean news channel YTN . But then, just about six hours after Yoon’s surprise television conference, he rescinded his declaration, citing the National Assembly’s vote . It was the first time martial law had been declared in South Korea since 1980 , when it was declared under a fascist dictatorship propped up in part by the U.S. Yoon is a scandal-plagued far right leader who has massively expanded the oppressive security state within the country since he was narrowly elected in 2022. President Joe Biden has been criticized for his warm relationship with Yoon, saying he is a “great friend” and maintaining diplomatic relations. The Biden administration refused to condemn the martial law declaration on Tuesday, only expressing “concern” over “developments we are seeing on the ground,” as a White House spokesperson said. “Certainly it is our hope and expectation that the laws and regulations of a particular country are abided by that particular country,” said State Department deputy spokesperson Vedant Patel at a news briefing. “Ultimately, we want to see these political disputes resolved peacefully and in accordance with the rule of law. And of course, such a vote in the legislature would be consistent with that approach.” Yoon had already faced mass calls to resign prior to Tuesday, facing accusations of abusing his veto power to advance his own interests, including vetoing a bill to investigate his wife for allegations of stock manipulation; legislation to investigate a 2022 crowd crush that killed 159 people in Seoul; and a bill to probe the death of a marine seemingly caused by negligence within the military.

Reforms should be implemented through an elected parliament, who, once in power, could swiftly address the economic, social, political and foreign challenges the country is currently facing, BNP standing committee member Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury said yesterday. Stressing the need for polls at the earliest, he also said the reports by the reform commissions formed by the interim government should be discussed in parliament. The BNP leader made the remarks while speaking to reporters after a meeting with some other political parties at the party chairperson's Gulshan office. At the meeting, leaders of Gono Odhikar Parishad (Rashed); Gono Forum, Bam Gonotantrik Oikya; Bangladesh Sadharon Chhatra Odhikar Songrokkhon Parishad; Peoples Party; and National Awami Party (Bhashani) – parties that previously organised joint movements with BNP against the former Awami League government – expressed their dissatisfaction with the interim government's performance so far. They urged the interim government to hold discussions with political parties and announce an election date, adding that reforms should be carried out through an elected parliament after the polls. They also called for initiatives to bridge the gap among the parties. The leaders criticised the formation of a new political party and vowed to continue opposing the government until their demands are met, meeting sources said. Speaking anonymously, one of the leaders at the meeting said the interim government is likely to take time to form a new party, raising concerns for BNP and others. After the meeting, Gono Adhikar Parishad General Secretary Rashed Khan accused the interim government of avoiding the banning of AL by putting the blame on BNP. "Our clear statement is that we'll build a mass resistance against those who rehabilitate the Awami League." He too blamed the government of "wasting time to form a party". Mostafa Mohsin Montu, president of a faction of Gono Forum, called for unity based on the spirit of the 1971 Liberation War. "There is no alternative to unity in the current political situation. For the last 15 years, people have been deprived of their voting rights. After August 5, the opportunity for change has come." Montu also said that reform proposals must be discussed in parliament, adding, "We want to solve the problems through an elected government." Shamsul Alam, coordinator of Bam Gonotantrik Oikya, said, "The government will be requested to hold elections as soon as possible," while Ismail Samrat, convener of Bangladesh Sadharon Chhatra Odhikar Songrokkhon Parishad, demanded that the election be held by next June or July. "Awami League loyalists are still in the administration. Prices of goods are rising, and the law-and-order situation is worsening," Samrat added. Meanwhile at a separate event yesterday, BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir said there was no place in his party for those who were involved in killings, corruption and terror activities. He made the comment at the Thakurgaon Public Library during a blanket distribution programme. About removing autocracy, corruption and fascism from the country, he said, "The only way to overcome corruption and fascism is by establishing the people's rule. In other words, there is no alternative to governing the country through a parliament elected by the people." Reforms should be implemented through an elected parliament, who, once in power, could swiftly address the economic, social, political and foreign challenges the country is currently facing, BNP standing committee member Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury said yesterday. Stressing the need for polls at the earliest, he also said the reports by the reform commissions formed by the interim government should be discussed in parliament. The BNP leader made the remarks while speaking to reporters after a meeting with some other political parties at the party chairperson's Gulshan office. At the meeting, leaders of Gono Odhikar Parishad (Rashed); Gono Forum, Bam Gonotantrik Oikya; Bangladesh Sadharon Chhatra Odhikar Songrokkhon Parishad; Peoples Party; and National Awami Party (Bhashani) – parties that previously organised joint movements with BNP against the former Awami League government – expressed their dissatisfaction with the interim government's performance so far. They urged the interim government to hold discussions with political parties and announce an election date, adding that reforms should be carried out through an elected parliament after the polls. They also called for initiatives to bridge the gap among the parties. The leaders criticised the formation of a new political party and vowed to continue opposing the government until their demands are met, meeting sources said. Speaking anonymously, one of the leaders at the meeting said the interim government is likely to take time to form a new party, raising concerns for BNP and others. After the meeting, Gono Adhikar Parishad General Secretary Rashed Khan accused the interim government of avoiding the banning of AL by putting the blame on BNP. "Our clear statement is that we'll build a mass resistance against those who rehabilitate the Awami League." He too blamed the government of "wasting time to form a party". Mostafa Mohsin Montu, president of a faction of Gono Forum, called for unity based on the spirit of the 1971 Liberation War. "There is no alternative to unity in the current political situation. For the last 15 years, people have been deprived of their voting rights. After August 5, the opportunity for change has come." Montu also said that reform proposals must be discussed in parliament, adding, "We want to solve the problems through an elected government." Shamsul Alam, coordinator of Bam Gonotantrik Oikya, said, "The government will be requested to hold elections as soon as possible," while Ismail Samrat, convener of Bangladesh Sadharon Chhatra Odhikar Songrokkhon Parishad, demanded that the election be held by next June or July. "Awami League loyalists are still in the administration. Prices of goods are rising, and the law-and-order situation is worsening," Samrat added. Meanwhile at a separate event yesterday, BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir said there was no place in his party for those who were involved in killings, corruption and terror activities. He made the comment at the Thakurgaon Public Library during a blanket distribution programme. About removing autocracy, corruption and fascism from the country, he said, "The only way to overcome corruption and fascism is by establishing the people's rule. In other words, there is no alternative to governing the country through a parliament elected by the people."