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Through a combination of well-executed tactics, bravery on the battlefield, and overall masterful guerrilla warfare, a local resistance group shaped the outcome of the war in the Cumilla region. The Pathaan Bahini, led by Zahirul Haque Pathaan, a Bangalee subedar in the Pakistan Army, operated across a 1,000-square-mile area spanning 13 upazilas in Chandpur, Cumilla, Noakhali, and Lakshmipur. While visiting these districts in June of this year, The Daily Star interviewed over 30 Pathaan Bahini freedom fighters. Initially formed by former personnel and deserters of the Pakistani army, the force eventually grew to over 900 freedom fighters, including members from all walks of life, such as students, youths, and labourers. The force engaged in over 40 battles against Pakistani forces, displaying immense courage and bravery. The details of the war and the heroism of the Pathaan Bahini have been recorded in several books, including "Chandpur Zillar Muktijuddher Itihash" by Shahjahan Kabir, Bir Pratik, and "Muktijuddhe Chandpur" by Dr Delwar Hossain Khan, a Pathaan Bahini member. According to the books, force chief Zahirul was a well-known figure for his role in the 1965 Indo-Pak War, which earned him the "Tamgha-i-Jurat", the fourth highest military award of Pakistan. FORMATION In early 1971, Zahirul, serving under the 1st East Bengal Regiment, was stationed at Jessore Cantonment. In February, he was ordered to transfer to Lahore. However, he instead took a two-month leave to go to his village home in Hajiganj upazila of Chandpur and assess the country's political situation. In March, following Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's call for a non-cooperation movement, a war committee was formed in Chandpur. As per the decision of the committee, a group of 30 young students were recruited for training in the Alipur village of Hajiganj. In the wake of the March 25 massacre, an emergency meeting of the war committee was convened at Paikpara School in Faridganj on April 8. Zahirul was entrusted with the leadership of the Mukti Bahini in Chandpur district. COMMAND STRUCTURE Zahirul initially divided the region surrounding Chandpur into six zones and assigned commanders to each to set up a defensive perimeter. Naik subedar Ali Akbar Patwari was appointed to oversee Hajiganj, Ramganj, Chatkhil, and parts of Raipur. Naik subedar Zahirul Islam was tasked with Matlab upazila; sergeant Joynal Abedin was responsible for Chandpur Sadar and Haimchar; Naik subedar Abdur Rab was assigned to Faridganj, Ramganj, and parts of Raipur; havildar Sirajul Islam was in charge of Kachua upazila; and Nayeb Subedar Mofiz was responsible for the headquarters and Shahrasti upazila. Initially, Paikpara School served as both the headquarters and training camp for the force. However, the headquarters was later relocated to Thakurbari in Pani Ali village of Ramganj upazila in Lakshmipur. The Pathaan Bahini also had an intelligence unit, headed by Zahirul and force director Kalim Ullah Bhuiyan. Born on January 8, 1937, Zahirul Haque Pathaan died on January 27, 2024. Kalim Ullah Bhuiyan died on January 5, 2024. He was born in 1925. FIRST AMBUSH According to the book "Chandpur Zillar Muktijuddher Itihash", the force's first engagement of the war took place in the Gazipur union under Chandpur's Haimchar upazila. On April 27, upon learning that a launch carrying arms and ammunition for the Pakistani army was coming to Faridganj from Chandpur, Zahirul planned an ambush. Talking about the operation, freedom fighter Lutfar Rahman told The Daily Star, "As soon as the launch entered our ambush position near Gazipur Bazar, we attacked the Pakistani soldiers on board from three directions. "Several soldiers were killed, and the rest jumped into the river and fled to Dhanua. The launch, damaged by gunfire, sank in the Manikraj river." The following day, the freedom fighters salvaged the sunken launch, and from inside they recovered a large cache of munitions. LCOALS JOIN THE FIGHT The Battle of Khajuria was different from other battles, for it was joined not only by Pathaan fighters but also by local villagers armed with whatever they could find. According to the book, Bangladesher Swadhinota Juddho - Sector Bhittik Itihash (Sector-2)", on the morning of June 20, two platoons of freedom fighters were positioned at Kamta and Galla to counter the advance of Pakistani forces from Hajiganj and Chandpur. Simultaneously, another platoon was deployed at the WAPDA embankment near Khajuria to resist the Pakistani forces approaching from Ramganj and Noakhali. Another platoon was stationed on the road leading to Sonapur in Noakhali. At noon, as the freedom fighters at the WAPDA embankment sprung a surprise attack on the advancing Pakistani soldiers, the remaining platoons quickly rushed towards Khajuria. The local villagers also joined the fight alongside the freedom fighters. Freedom fighter Delwar Hossain said, "As we chased the Pakistani soldiers, we were joined by thousands of villagers from Khajuria Bazar, Rupsa, and Koroitoli, armed with machetes, axes, and other improvised weapons. Fearing for the safety of these civilians, Pathaan Sahib decided to withdraw and pull everyone back to safety. "As the retreating Pakistani army headed towards Gollak, they were ambushed by the freedom fighters from three sides. The attack resulted in the deaths of eight Pakistani soldiers." BATTLE OF SHASIALI Freedom fighter Sirajul Haque said the force used the school grounds in Battala, Nakipur, Kadra, and South Sahebganj as training camps and established positions in Toragarh, Lotra, Ugaria, and Naringpur Bazars. "Towards the end of the war, due to security concerns, we didn't have a fixed training camp. We would prop up makeshift training camps wherever we sought shelter," said Ajit Saha, another freedom fighter. Shasiali Madrasa in Faridganj served as one such training camp of the Pathaan Bahini. It was frequently targeted by Pakistani troops, resulting in several battles between the Pathaan Bahini and the Pakistani army. One such significant engagement took place on July 29, known as the Battle of Shasiali. On July 29, upon receiving intelligence about a Pakistani convoy of 15-16 boats advancing from Faridganj to capture the camp, Pathaan Bahini laid an ambush to intercept the enemy, said Sirajul Haque. "As the Pakistani soldiers entered the ambush, the freedom fighters opened fire. The surprise attack resulted in the deaths of six Pakistani soldiers, including an officer, and eight policemen, including a sub-inspector from Faridganj Police Station." The retreating Pakistani army encountered resistance from freedom fighters in several areas, including Shasiali, Kamalpur, and Patwari Bazar, leading to skirmishes, said Ajit Saha. "Some fleeing Pakistani soldiers hid in a house in Kamalpur. The freedom fighters surrounded the house and engaged in a fierce gun battle with the trapped soldiers. All the Pakistani soldiers were killed in the ensuing firefight, and Farooq, a freedom fighter, was injured." Other battles fought by Pathaan Bahini include the Battle of Thakur Bazar in Shahrasti in early May; the Battle of Ramchandrapur Kheyaghat in Balakhal, Hajiganj on May 17; the Battle of Naringpur in Shahrasti on July 15; the Battle of Hasnabad in Laksham, Cumilla on August 27-28; the Battle of Suchipara Kheyaghat on September 7; the attack on a Pakistani food convoy in Faridganj; and the Battle of Office Chitoshi on September 29. Additionally, the Pathaan Bahini fought against the Pakistani army on the Meghna River at Mohanpur, Matlab, in the first week of December. In October, Zahirul Haque Pathaan visited Kolkata, met with Sector 2 Commander Khaled Mosharraf, and provided a detailed report on the activities of his force. Following this meeting, Pathaan was appointed as the commander of the Chandpur-Madhumati sub-sector. Chandpur was liberated on December 8. Twenty-one days later, on December 29, the Pathaan Bahini surrendered their weapons at Chandpur Technical High School ground. Translated and edited from Bangla by Subrata Roy.

Riley Allenspach, Trey Fort lead Samford past Austin Peay 72-47Stock market today: Wall Street stabilizes after Wednesday's sell-offArtificial Intelligence (AI) has rapidly evolved into a transformative force in education, reshaping how students learn and prepare for the workforce. From personalized learning experiences to enhanced administrative efficiency, AI’s integration into high school and college classrooms is redefining traditional education. Moreover, the skills and insights gained from using AI tools in education translate effectively to business settings, including employment interviews, highlighting the growing importance of AI literacy in today’s world. AI in Classrooms: Transforming Learning Experiences AI technologies have found significant applications in high school and college classrooms, offering solutions that enhance both teaching and learning. One prominent use is in adaptive learning platforms, such as DreamBox and Khan Academy, which adjust content and pacing based on individual student needs. These platforms analyze student performance in real-time, identifying strengths and weaknesses to provide tailored support. For instance, a high school student struggling with algebra might receive extra practice problems and video tutorials, while an advanced student could be offered more challenging material to maintain engagement. Another major application of AI in education is automated grading. Tools like Gradescope and Turnitin use machine learning algorithms to evaluate assignments, saving teachers valuable time and providing students with faster feedback. This is particularly useful in large college classes where manual grading can be time-intensive. Furthermore, AI-powered writing assistants like Grammarly help students improve their communication skills by offering suggestions for grammar, tone, and clarity. AI also facilitates accessibility and inclusion in education. Tools like Microsoft Immersive Reader and speech-to-text applications empower students with disabilities by making content more accessible. For example, a visually impaired student can use text-to-speech software to listen to course materials, while a student with dyslexia might benefit from enhanced readability features like font adjustments and line spacing. Chatbots and virtual assistants are becoming increasingly common in academic settings as well. Universities deploy AI-powered chatbots to answer routine student queries about admissions, financial aid, or class schedules, reducing administrative burdens and enhancing the student experience. These virtual assistants also serve as study aids, offering 24/7 support for students who may need help understanding course material outside regular class hours. AI as a learning tool for employment preparedness The integration of AI in education prepares students for the workforce by fostering essential skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and digital literacy. High schools and colleges increasingly incorporate AI-related curricula, teaching students how to interact with, design, and manage AI systems. For example, coding classes often include modules on machine learning or data analytics, giving students a head start in understanding how AI operates in professional environments. Simulation-based learning powered by AI is another innovative approach to career readiness. Virtual labs and AI-driven simulations allow students to practice real-world scenarios in a controlled environment. A nursing student, for instance, can use virtual patient simulations to hone diagnostic skills, while business students might participate in AI-driven market simulations to develop strategic decision-making abilities. Moreover, AI helps students build soft skills, which are crucial for success in business and employment settings. For instance, platforms like Mursion use AI-driven virtual reality to simulate workplace scenarios, enabling students to practice communication and interpersonal skills. These experiences are invaluable in preparing students for job interviews, team collaborations, and leadership roles. AI in business and employment interviews The transition from academic settings to professional environments often involves leveraging AI-driven skills and tools learned in school. Many businesses now use AI in their hiring processes, from resume screening to interview assessments. Understanding these systems gives students a competitive edge. AI-powered applicant tracking systems (ATS) are commonly used to filter resumes based on keywords and qualifications. Job seekers familiar with how these systems work can optimize their resumes to align with specific job descriptions, increasing their chances of securing an interview. During interviews, AI tools like HireVue assess candidates through video analysis, evaluating factors such as facial expressions, tone of voice, and word choice. While these tools aim to reduce bias and improve efficiency, they also underscore the importance of digital fluency. Candidates who have practiced with AI-driven mock interview platforms can better navigate these assessments, demonstrating confidence and adaptability. Furthermore, the collaborative skills developed through AI-powered educational tools translate directly to the workplace. For instance, students accustomed to using project management platforms like Trello or Slack, enhanced with AI features, can easily adapt to similar tools in professional settings. This familiarity not only boosts productivity but also highlights their readiness for a tech-driven work environment. Challenges and ethical considerations While the benefits of AI in education and employment are significant, challenges remain. Data privacy is a major concern, as AI systems often require access to sensitive information. Schools and businesses must ensure robust security measures to protect user data. Additionally, there is a risk of over-reliance on AI, which could undermine the development of critical thinking and creativity if not balanced with traditional learning methods. Ethical considerations also arise in the use of AI for hiring. Critics argue that algorithms can perpetuate biases present in the training data, potentially disadvantaging certain groups. Transparency and fairness must be prioritized to ensure that AI-driven tools promote equity rather than exacerbate existing disparities. AI is revolutionizing education by personalizing learning, streamlining administrative tasks, and fostering essential skills for the modern workforce. Its applications in high school and college classrooms not only enhance the educational experience but also prepare students for professional success. As businesses increasingly adopt AI in hiring and operations, the ability to navigate and leverage these technologies becomes a critical asset. By addressing challenges and ethical concerns, educators and employers can maximize the benefits of AI, ensuring that students and job seekers alike are well-equipped for a rapidly changing world. Gerald Bradshaw is an international college admissions consultant with Bradshaw College Consulting in Crown Point.

WASHINGTON -- Donald Trump said he can't guarantee that his promised tariffs on key U.S. foreign trade partners won't raise prices for American consumers and he suggested once more that some political rivals and federal officials who pursued legal cases against him should be imprisoned. The president-elect, in a wide-ranging interview with NBC's "Meet the Press" that aired Sunday, also touched on monetary policy, immigration, abortion and health care, and U.S. involvement in Ukraine, Israel and elsewhere. Trump often mixed declarative statements with caveats, at one point cautioning "things do change." A look at some of the issues covered: Trump has threatened broad trade penalties, but said he didn't believe economists' predictions that added costs on those imported goods for American companies would lead to higher domestic prices for consumers. He stopped short of a pledge that U.S. an households won't be paying more as they shop. "I can't guarantee anything. I can't guarantee tomorrow," Trump said, seeming to open the door to accepting the reality of how import levies typically work as goods reach the retail market. That's a different approach from Trump's typical speeches throughout the 2024 campaign, when he framed his election as a sure way to curb inflation. In the interview, Trump defended tariffs generally, saying that tariffs are "going to make us rich." He has pledged that, on his first day in office in January, he would impose 25% tariffs on all goods imported from Mexico and Canada unless those countries satisfactorily stop illegal immigration and the flow of illegal drugs such as fentanyl into the United States. He also has threatened tariffs on China to help force that country to crack down on fentanyl production. "All I want to do is I want to have a level, fast, but fair playing field," Trump said. He offered conflicting statements on how he would approach the justice system after winning election despite being convicted of 34 felonies in a New York state court and being indicted in other cases for his handling of national security secrets and efforts to overturn his 2020 loss to Democrat Joe Biden. "Honestly, they should go to jail," Trump said of members of Congress who investigated the Capitol riot by his supporters who wanted him to remain in power. The president-elect underscored his contention that he can use the justice system against others, including special prosecutor Jack Smith, who led the case on Trump's role in the siege on Jan. 6, 2021. Trump confirmed his plan to pardon supporters who were convicted for their roles in the riot, saying he would take that action on his first day in office. As for the idea of revenge driving potential prosecutions, Trump said: "I have the absolute right. I'm the chief law enforcement officer, you do know that. I'm the president. But I'm not interested in that." At the same time, Trump singled out lawmakers on a special House committee who had investigated the insurrection, citing Rep. Bennie Thompson, D-Miss., and former Rep. Liz Cheney, R-Wyo. "Cheney was behind it ... so was Bennie Thompson and everybody on that committee," Trump said. Asked specifically whether he would direct his administration to pursue cases, he said, "No," and suggested he did not expect the FBI to quickly undertake investigations into his political enemies. But at another point, Trump said he would leave the matter up to Pam Bondi, his pick as attorney general. "I want her to do what she wants to do," he said. Such threats, regardless of Trump's inconsistencies, have been taken seriously enough by many top Democrats that Biden is considering issuing blanket, preemptive pardons to protect key members of his outgoing administration. Trump did seemingly back off his campaign rhetoric calling for Biden to be investigated, saying, "I'm not looking to go back into the past." Trump repeatedly mentioned his promises to seal the U.S.-Mexico border and deport millions of people who are in the U.S. illegally through a mass deportation program. "I think you have to do it," he said. He suggested he would try to use executive action to end "birthright" citizenship under which people born in the U.S. are considered citizens - although such protections are spelled out in the Constitution. Asked specifically about the future for people who were brought into the country illegally as children and have been shielded from deportation in recent years, Trump said, "I want to work something out," indicating he might seek a solution with Congress. But Trump also said he does not "want to be breaking up families" of mixed legal status, "so the only way you don't break up the family is you keep them together and you have to send them all back." ___ Barrow reported from Atlanta. Associated Press writers Adriana Gomez Licon in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and Jill Colvin and Michelle L. Price in New York contributed to this report. The video in the player above is from a previous report.

Winners of 3 straight, UTEP takes aim at short-handed Louisville

Louisville will aim to end a three-game losing streak when it hosts UTEP on Wednesday, but beating the Miners may not be an easy feat. UTEP (6-2) comes to the Derby City winners of three straight, most recently beating Seattle 88-72 on Saturday. The Miners shot 56.1 percent (32 of 57) and used a 24-2 first-half run to essentially put the game away. Coach Joe Golding said that first-half performance may have been UTEP's best in his four years leading the school. "I thought offensively and defensively the first 20 minutes we were really locked in and ready to go. (The game) never got close," he said. "We kept it at 20-plus points for the majority of the game. Our ball movement was terrific." Ahamad Bynum led the Miners with 19 points on 7-of-9 shooting off the bench, while Otis Frazier III added 18 points and five assists. Frazier (13.6 points per game) and Bynum (12.1 ppg) are among four UTEP players averaging in double figures. Bynum leads the country shooting 63.3 percent from beyond the 3-point arc, though he has attempted just 30 threes, making 19. Louisville (5-4) also started hot in its last game but could not sustain its momentum in a 76-65 home loss to then-No. 9 Duke on Sunday. Coach Pat Kelsey's team, which had just seven players healthy, made 10 of its first 14 shots to build a 30-16 lead before the Cardinals' lack of depth caught up to them. Louisville shot just 9-of-37 (24.3 percent) after its hot start and was outscored 43-28 after halftime. Terrence Edwards Jr. paced the Cardinals with 21 points in his first game as a reserve this season. Edwards (11.9 ppg) is one of four Louisville scorers averaging double figures, led by Chucky Hepburn leads the team in scoring (14.3 ppg) and is second in the country with 3.2 steals per game. The Cardinals entered the season with expectations of rotating 10 or more players to utilize Kelsey's up-tempo attack. However, swingman Kasean Pryor (knee) and guard Koren Johnson (shoulder) will both miss the rest of the season, while forward Aboubacar Traore (arm) is out indefinitely. After Sunday's loss, Kelsey did not rule out adding players to the roster during the season. "Everything's on the table," he said. "I don't sleep, figuring out what buttons to push to get this team to be the best that they can be. We'll scour every inch of the Earth to figure out how we can improve our team. And whether that happens or not, I have no idea, but I'm willing to try anything." --Field Level Media

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EXCLUSIVE America reveals the Trump kid who is the most influential over their father The latest DailyMail.com poll found which Trump was most CLICK HERE: Sign up for DailyMail.com's daily U.S. politics newsletter By JON MICHAEL RAASCH, U.S. POLITICAL REPORTER FOR DAILYMAIL.COM Published: 14:54 GMT, 8 December 2024 | Updated: 14:55 GMT, 8 December 2024 e-mail View comments One of Donald Trump 's five children has the most influence over the president-election according to a poll of everyday Americans. Trump's towering youngest child Barron (6′ 9′′), his doting daughter Ivanka and second-son Eric do not hold as much sway as the Republican's eldest son Don. Jr., the latest DailyMail.com/J.L. Partners survey of over 1,000 registered voters found. Twenty-eight percent, or roughly one out of three Americans, believe Donald Trump Jr . has the most influence over his father out of any Donald's children, according to the survey. Don Jr. has been alongside his father for many years on his political escapades and business ventures and is perceived to be the most senior family advisor to the president-elect barring incoming First Lady Melania. Trump's eldest son was reportedly played a critical role in his father tapping Ohio Sen. JD Vance as his vice president , and he spent hours reworking his father's RNC nomination acceptance speech. He has also advised his father on emerging technology like cryptocurrency, connecting their family to influential industry players, leading to Trump's own crypto ventures. In his second term, Trump will have to navigate global conflicts in Ukraine and Israel , mending a severely broken U.S. immigration system and installing his much talked about tariff plans. From dad's triumphant trip down the Trump Tower's golden escalator to announce his candidacy in 2016, to his loss and attempted overturns of the 2020 election , to courtrooms and campaign venues across the country, all of Trump's children have been deeply intertwined in the past decade's political happenings. Donald Trump looks at his son Donald Trump Jr. at an election night watch party. Voters responded to the latest DailyMail.com survey saying Jr. has the most influence over his father Former first lady Melania Trump and Barron Trump look on as Republican presidential nominee, former U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during an election night event. The latest Daily Mail survey found Barron to have the third-most influence over his father out of all the Trump children Your browser does not support iframes. Ivanka, who is Trump's only child to serve in his administration, had the next most at 18 percent, followed by Barron with 10 percent, Eric with nine percent and Tiffany with a meager four percent. Surprisingly, though maybe not, voters found that Barron has much more influence than some of his older siblings. Similar to Don Jr., Eric has done extensive campaign and business work with his father. Still, voters think Barron, 18, who spends his time attending New York University in Manhattan, holds more control than his older brother Eric who resides nearby his father in Florida where he helms the Trump Organization . Read More EXCLUSIVE Americans oppose bending the rules to speed up approval of Trump Cabinet picks This sentiment was particularly pronounced among younger survey respondents. Voters between 18 - 29 were much more likely to believe Barron have access to his father's ear. In that age group he was found to be the second-most influential family member, beating out Ivanka 15 percent to her 14 percent. On Friday, Melania noted Barron's growing impact on his father. 'I’m very proud of him and about his knowledge on politics and giving advice to his father,' she said in a Fox News interview. 'He was very vocal and brought in success and told his father which podcasters he needed to talk to.' Your browser does not support iframes. Tiffany Trump and her husband Michael Boulos, Kimberly Guilfoyle, her partner Donald Trump Jr. and his his daughter Kai Madison Trump listen to Donald Trump speak an election night event at the West Palm Beach Convention Center in West Palm Beach, Florida, early on November 6, 2024 Donald Trump Jr., Eric Trump, Mike Johnson and Vivek Ramaswamy look on during the UFC 309 event at Madison Square Garden on November 16, 2024 in New York City Older voters, meanwhile, were most likely to believe Jr. and Ivanka were the most influential respectively. Out of all of Trump's children, Ivanka was the only one to join in on her father's first administration. She served as a senior advisor from 2017 - 2021 and later as director of the Office of Economic Initiatives and Entrepreneurship. Since then though she has been less active in her father's political ambitions, hardly appearing at all during his 2024 campaign. Though since her time in the first administration her older brother, who has a popular political podcast, has waded deeper into his father's presidential dealings. Still, Don Jr. has yet to been given an official role in his father's upcoming term. Politics Share or comment on this article: America reveals the Trump kid who is the most influential over their father e-mail Add comment‘America’s Burning’ Duo Michael Douglas & David Smick Say They Still Have Hope For The Nation – Contenders Documentary

There's a fine line between a Superman fan and a Superman snob. I fall into the former category, but I can't deny some snobbery when recommending which Superman content you should watch before flying into Director and DC head revival, which is set to execute a perfect hero landing in theaters on July 11, 2025. My love of the Superman franchise predates its major film history to the late 1960s and early 70s when I would race home from grade school every day to catch afternoon reruns of the original starring George Reeves. To watch it now is to see how far special effects have come but also to understand the roots of almost every Superman film and TV project to follow it. The character's basic goodness and earnestness were never easy to convey in comic books, but there was something about George Reeves' portrayal and the trusty storylines that set the template for how even people who never picked up a Superman comic book came to perceive Krypton's last son. I'm not suggesting you go back and watch all 104 episodes of the series that ran from 1952 to 58 (though you could do worse), but I do have strong feelings about the collection of film series that would follow after a 20-year pause and that have continued to this day. Not every Superman movie is equal, and justice should be served in your superhero-viewing habits. These are the Superman movies you should watch and in what order, and those you'd do best to avoid according to Superman's Number One Fan (or just me.) The OG Superman Few movies hold up for years after their release, let alone decades but is that kind of film. Released in 1978 and introducing us to Christopher Reeve's almost-too-perfect dual depiction of the iconic alien hero and the adorably awkward Clark Kent, , which you can stream on Max, Hulu, and Prime Video, has perhaps, the best movie tagline of the last century: "You'll believe a man can fly." And I did. Sure, it was all wires, projection screens, miniatures, slo-mo, and sped-up filming. Even so, Director Richard Donner used every trick in the 1978 special effects playbook to make Superman's first true big-screen outing convincing, and it worked. It's a true comic-book film that somehow avoids being two-dimensional and completely hokey. Much of that comes down to Reeve's performance. The man simply embodied this other-worldly character – right down to how he "flew" in key sequences, instinctively banking his body like an airplane. The movie is long but doesn't feel that way because it's a true hero's journey from babyhood to confident person of the hour. It has action, danger, a love story, and even comedy. That's a lot for one movie, and yet it works completely. With the exception of Superman and Lois' first flight and the spoken-word music, it's a perfect film. The rest of the music, courtesy of the legendary John Williams, is exemplary (echoes of it appear even in Gunn's upcoming movie). That sense of wonder, excitement, and the basic goodness of the titular character is not something I've felt before or since. It's required viewing to assess anyone else's take on the Man of Steel. Take II Normally, on a list like this, I might jump around a bit and show you something newer that offered a fresh perspective on the character first created in 1938 by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, both of whom lived long enough to see their creation make it to the big screen. But there's no need for that. Your next stop on the Superman movie tour is (Max, Hulu, Amazon Prime). Perhaps it's because these movies were shot back to back, with only the director changing midway through the Superman II shoot. Donner was replaced by Richard Lester, who had a penchant for slapstick. Even so, Donner's fingerprints are all over the sequel, which deftly continues the story of Superman's growth as an alien among humans. By this time, he's so enchanted by Lois Lane that Superman gives up his powers just to be with her. Superman II works not only because of Clark Kent's realization that he serves more than just himself but also because of the high-stakes conflict between him and General Zod. Terence Stamp's Zod, Sarah Douglas' Ursa, and Jack O'Halloran's Non all appeared briefly at the start of . It's a rare situation where the two films were planned together, which allowed for story and thematic consistency rarely found among sequels. There is some argument about whether this or the original is the better film, but for our purposes, a good long evening watch of both films in order is more than enough preparation for James Gunn's take on the Kal-El. However, if you're hungry for more, let me steer you to my next recommendation. Skip it There are a few good moments in , which you can stream on , , and , and that improbably stars the late comedian Richard Pryor. I especially enjoyed when evil Superman (too much red Kryptonite) faced off with his still good alter ego, Clark Kent. I swear only Christopher Reeves could've pulled that off and somehow made it believable. Unfortunately, the rest of the film has Director Richard Lester's keystone cops sensibility all over it. It's full of unnecessary site gags and often makes our hero look confused or like he's staring in a different movie from the rest of the cast. In other words, skip this Superman flight. As for (Max, Hulu, Prime), the less said about it, the better. Christopher Reeves didn't want to be there, and it shows. Half of one or all of the other Here, we reach a fork in the road. I have much to say about Zack Snynder's 2013 (Max, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video), and some of it is good, but it's not a completely watchable film. So let's put that aside for now and talk about the first reboot: 2006's (Max, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video). I like this movie, though I have trouble remembering many of its beats, and that's a problem. At issue is its slavish devotion to the source material, specifically . Most of the cast, including Kevin Spacey as Lex Luthor but with the possible exception of Kate Bosworth as Lois Lane, appear to be trying to recreate all the characterizations from the 1978 film. Even Brandon Routh, who does a fine job as the title character, sounds weirdly like Christopher Reeves. Still, it's a good and full Superman story that mostly holds together and has some brilliant set pieces, like Superman saving everyone on a nose-diving passenger airplane by bringing it to rest, tail up, in the middle of a ball field (most of the ideas in this movie were essentially, "That was a cool thing they did in '78. How can we do it bigger?"). Yes, there are too many instances where director Bryan Singer tries too hard to show how far special effects technology has come since 1978. I'll point you to the closeup of a bullet bouncing off Superman's eye. It's more gross than spectacular. Even so, I see this film as a nice bridge between Superman of the 20th Century and the Supermans of this new, more digitally-savvy one. A manner of steel Zack Snyder's can be credited with dragging Superman into the 21st Century. 1978's Superman seemed to be caught between the 1940s and 1970s, and lived in modern times, but everything about the look was still last century. presents a modern, though incredibly dour, Superman. He's not a comic book character; instead, he is a bit of a tortured hero who hides his abilities in the shadows. All that said, I love the first half of this movie. Henry Cavill looks and feels the part. He's an expert at conveying heroic optimism and super-powered rage, sometimes within one scene. The movie is dark – almost gray – making much of it feel flat and uninspired. Still, the storyline was solid, and the quick appearance of a truly powerful Zod and his cohorts was breathtaking. Things devolve when Superman battles Zod and carelessly destroys Metropolis. It's not just what they did; it's how Snyder shot it. The action is unwatchable because it's indecipherable. I rarely zone out during action sequences, but Snyder lost the plot and my interest – also, way to kill the potential of a Zod-based rematch, Snyder. So watch the first half and then, perhaps, switch to... Oh dear. I cannot in good conscience recommend the abysmal and ridiculous (what stops the battle is too dumb to be repeated). You can stream it on Max and Amazon Prive video if you must. which features Cavill's Superman, is no better (look out for that CGI-awayed mustache). If you're desperate, you could finish although I do not recommend it, or try because Pryor is entertaining. Otherwise, I suggest you look at some of the full-length cartoon efforts like (on Tubi or rentable on Prime Video) or , (Max, Hulu, Prime). It's based on the wild 1993 Death (and rebirth) of Superman comic book series, which was intended to save the flagging franchise (it did). TV is full of Superman depictions, some series, like (Clark as a young and not-yet Super-man and streamable on Hulu and Disney Plus), and more recently, the just-wrapped . But I can't put them on this list because a series commitment is more than is required to prepare for the next big-screen Superman adaptation. Granted, the history of Superman on film is like an old sidewalk: long, uneven, and sometimes treacherous. Gunn's film could go either way. The trailer looks fantastic, and David Corenwet is instantly believable even in these fleeting glimpses as the Man of Steel, but introducing a very involved CGI Krypto is a risk. On the other hand, the beat-up and bloodied Superman calling for his help is instantly compelling. Imagine if, a year from now, this is the Superman movie I recommend you watch first. Remember, if you want to watch any of these films, check out some of our .

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Winners of 3 straight, UTEP takes aim at short-handed LouisvilleThe grumbles about Christmas arriving ridiculously early with TV adverts for big High Street names being screened and cards, tinsle, baubles and trees being on sale almost two months before December 25th are getting louder. Comedian Dawn French launched the first of a six-part M&S Xmas food campaign on November 4th. The company's festive fashion and home advert first went out on November 7th. A week later the John Lewis Christmas advert, titled The Gifting Hour - a two-minute story about a woman searching for the perfect Christmas gift for her sister was aired. Now, in the middle of Twixmas the country's supermarket giants have eclipsed that - by stocking their shelves with Easter eggs. With Easter Sunday falling on April 20 next year, customers have shared their confusion on social media after finding chocolate eggs and hot cross buns already for sale in shops including Morrisons, Tesco and Asda . One user, @Jingle1991, shared an image of Malteser Bunnies in Sainsbury’s on Christmas Eve and pointed out: “Jesus hasn’t even been born yet.” Easter Eggs on the shelves in Morrisons this weekend in Chippenham (Image: Mike Chalmers PA) Meanwhile, Gary Evans from Margate shared a shot of Creme Eggs on display in Morrisons in Margate on Boxing Day. “I just think its crazy that everything is so superficial and meaninglessly commercial... (there’s) something quite frantic about it,” the 66-year-old told the PA news agency. Joseph Robinson found Easter confectionary including Cadbury Mini Eggs, and themed Kit-Kat and Kinder Surprise products at his local Morrisons in Stoke-on-Trent on Friday evening. “It’s funny, as they’ve not even managed to shift the Christmas chocolates off the shelves yet and they’re already stocking for Easter,” the 35-year-old admin support worker told PA. “I wish that Supermarkets weren’t so blatantly consumerist-driven and would actually allow customers and staff a time to decompress during the Christmas period.” Asked if he was tempted to make a purchase, Mr Robinson added: “As a vegan it holds no appeal to me!” Mike Chalmers, a devout Christian from Chippenham, Wiltshire, was slightly less critical after spotting a display entitled: “Celebrate this Easter with Cadbury.” “Christmas and Easter are the two centrepoints of the Christian good news story so it’s no bad thing to see the connections,” the 44-year-old said. "It’s about more than shapes of chocolate though!” One person's reaction to Easter eggs appearing on supermarket shelves. Marketing consultant Andrew Wallis admitted he was surprised to see Easter eggs in the Co-op in Kilgetty, Pembrokeshire, but added it also illustrates “forward-thinking” from big businesses. “It made me reflect on how big brands are always thinking ahead and planning early,” the 54-year-old from the Isle of Man, who provides marketing advice to the fitness industry, told PA. "My message to retailers would be: while planning ahead is important, it’s also essential to be mindful of consumer sentiment. “Some might feel it’s too early for seasonal products like this but others might see it as a sign of forward-thinking. Striking the right balance is key to keeping customers happy.”

Winners of 3 straight, UTEP takes aim at short-handed LouisvilleWinners of 3 straight, UTEP takes aim at short-handed LouisvilleLuke Humphries left this arena stunned and staggered, left it the victim of one of the greatest ambushes ever plotted on this stage, left it a former world champion . For an ailing and ageing Peter Wright, the only conceivable reality in which he could win this match existed in his own mind, and over 40 scintillating minutes he set about carving this vision into magnificent flesh. In a way, it was a vision dreamed up days in advance, when Humphries was still the king of the Palace and Wright was simply the washed up world No 17, and the possibility of this game barely registered. But Wright knew what he was doing when he aimed a little barb at Humphries, predicting he would lose early in the tournament. “I’m one world title away from almost matching his career and I’m 25 years younger,” Humphries bit back in jest. But on some remote level, a seed had been planted. And when battle arrived, Wright did not shrink. All the old tics and tricks came out: switching his darts as if they were clubs in a golf bag, refusing bull out-shots even when Humphries was on a finish, showing the world No 1 a magnificent disrespect. But the real target of Wright’s mind games was himself: a daring experiment in manifesting, through sheer will, the man he once was. All that remained was for his darts to cash the cheques his hubris had written for him. At which point, something strange happened. The Palace crowd, often indifferent to Wright in the past, swung firmly behind him. Wright responded with darts of the finest vintage: an average of 101, backed by a 70% rate on the doubles, backed by an impeccable sense of timing and discipline and nerve and spirit. A run of 17 consecutive legs on throw was snapped only by the crucial break of throw that earned Wright a 3-1 lead in sets: an incredible 12-darter at the most important juncture of the match. Because here’s the thing. Humphries didn’t throw badly at all. He averaged 99 and hit 56% of his doubles. He was excellent, verging world class. But set play is about mastering the moments as well as the processes, and here perhaps the prickly pre-match preamble played a little percussion on his nerves. Too much chaos seems to throw Humphries. Dimitri Van den Bergh at the UK Open. Luke Littler in the Premier League final. Playing in the Grand Slam while his young son was unwell at home. Of course he can still throw brilliant darts when he’s angry, when he’s rattled, when he’s distracted, when he’s tired. But he is at his crystalline best when he keeps things simple. What he does not lack, what he has never lacked, is bottle. He kept nailing crucial doubles on his third dart. Kept holding his throw, maintaining his impeccable standard, waited for Wright to blink. But Wright did not blink. He forced a decider in set four with an 89 checkout. Opened 180-121-140 in the decider and cleaned it up in 12 legs. Humphries averaged 108 in that set, and lost it. The end came quickly after that. Wright’s wizened face crumpled into sobs, the facade finally melting. There were fist clasps and hugs from Humphries, a man who for the last 12 months has carried his champion status with real class and skill, and who will absolutely be back. He may even have learned a thing or two from the old man here. Afterwards, Wright was asked how he had done it. “Because I’m a double world champion ,” he answered, still hoarse from the festive cold that has reduced him to a whisper for most of the last week. “That’s why. I’m not too old. You’ve only got to play well for three weeks in the whole year. These three weeks are all that matters.” He’ll play Stephen Bunting or Luke Woodhouse next. Sign up to The Recap The best of our sports journalism from the past seven days and a heads-up on the weekend’s action after newsletter promotion Download the Guardian app from the iOS App Store on iPhone or the Google Play store on Android by searching for 'The Guardian'. If you already have the Guardian app, make sure you’re on the most recent version. In the Guardian app, tap the Menu button at the bottom right, then go to Settings (the gear icon), then Notifications. Turn on sport notifications. Wright was not the only player banking on that little nugget of yuletide wisdom. Gerwyn Price is another former champion who at times seems to be physically willing himself into being the player he used to be. He beat his fellow Welsh wizard Jonny Clayton 4-2 with a little fist pump, a mini-roar and just the slightest well of doubt over his ability to last the distance after a flawed but resilient performance. When it’s good, it’s irresistible. At one point in the second set, he was averaging 111. That he finished with an average of 92 tells you how alarmingly he dipped after that point, and a more ruthless opponent than the gently listing Clayton would probably have done him here. Instead he’s a quarter-finalist, a slowly gathering storm, a reminder that on this stage, you’re never done until you’re done.YouTuber says video shows drones flying ‘in deliberate formations’ off New Jersey coast

Jimmy Carter, the 39th US president, has died at 100 ATLANTA (AP) — Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter has died. He was 100 years old and had spent more than a year in hospice care. The Georgia peanut farmer served one turbulent term in the White House before building a reputation as a global humanitarian and champion of democracy. He defeated President Gerald Ford in 1976 promising to restore trust in government but lost to Ronald Reagan four years later amid soaring inflation, gas station lines and the Iran hostage crisis. He and his wife Rosalynn then formed The Carter Center, and he earned a Nobel Peace Prize while making himself the most internationally engaged of former presidents. The Carter Center said he died peacefully Sunday afternoon in Plains, Georgia, surrounded by his family. Jimmy Carter: Many evolutions for a centenarian ‘citizen of the world’ PLAINS, Ga. (AP) — The 39th and longest-lived U.S. president, James Earl Carter Jr., died Sunday at the age of 100. His life ended where it began, in Plains, Georgia. He left and returned to the tiny town many times as he climbed to the nation’s highest office and lost it after four tumultuous years. Carter spent the next 40 years setting new standards for what a former president can do. Carter wrote nearly a decade ago that he found all the phases of his life challenging but also successful and enjoyable. The Democrat's principled but pragmatic approach defied American political labels, especially the idea that one-term presidents are failures. The Latest: Former President Jimmy Carter is dead at age 100 Former President Jimmy Carter has died at the age of 100. The 39th president of the United States was a Georgia peanut farmer who sought to restore trust in government when he assumed the presidency in 1977 and then built a reputation for tireless work as a humanitarian. He earned a Nobel Peace Prize in 2002. He died Sunday, more than a year after entering hospice care, at his home in Plains, Georgia. Carter was sworn in as president on Jan. 20, 1977, after defeating President Gerald R. Ford in the 1976 general election. He left office on Jan. 20, 1981, following his 1980 general election loss to Ronald Reagan. Jimmy Carter: A brief bio Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter has died at his home in Plains, Georgia. His death comes more than a year after the former president entered hospice care. He was 100 years old. Jetliner skids off runway and bursts into flames while landing in South Korea, killing 179 SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — A jetliner skidded off a runway, slammed into a concrete fence and burst into flames in South Korea after its landing gear apparently failed to deploy. Officials said all but two of the 181 people on board were killed Sunday in one of the country’s worst aviation disasters. The 737-800 operated by Jeju Air plane arrived from Bangkok and crashed while attempting to land in the town of Muan, about 290 kilometers (180 miles) south of Seoul. Footage of the crash aired by South Korean television channels showed the plane skidding across the airstrip at high speed, evidently with its landing gear still closed. Tornadoes in Texas and Mississippi kill 2 and injure 6 as severe weather system moves east HOUSTON (AP) — A strong storm system is threatening to whip up tornadoes in parts of the U.S. Southeast, a day after severe weather claimed at least two lives as twisters touched down in Texas and Mississippi. Strong storms moving eastward Sunday are expected to continue producing gusty, damaging winds, hail and tornadoes through Sunday. That is according to National Weather Service meteorologist Frank Pereira. So far, the line of severe weather has led to about 40 tornado reports from southeastern Texas to Alabama, Pereira said, but those reports remain unconfirmed until surveys of damage are completed. Israeli hospital says Netanyahu has undergone successful prostate surgery TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — An Israeli hospital says Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has undergone successful prostate surgery. Jerusalem’s Hadassah Medical Center said his prostate was removed late Sunday and that he was recovering. Netanyahu’s office had said Justice Minister Yariv Levin, a close ally, would serve as acting prime minister during the procedure. Doctors ordered the operation after detecting an infection last week. Netanyahu is expected to remain hospitalized for several days. With so much at stake, Netanyahu’s health in wartime is a concern for both Israelis and the wider world. Syria's de facto leader says it could take up to 4 years to hold elections BEIRUT (AP) — Syria’s de facto leader has said it could take up to four years to hold elections in Syria, and that he plans on dissolving his Islamist group that led the country’s insurgency at an anticipated national dialogue summit for the country. Ahmad al-Sharaa, who leads Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, the group leading the new authority in Syria, made the remarks in an interview Sunday. That's according to the Saudi television network Al-Arabiyya. It comes almost a month after a lightning insurgency led by HTS overthrew President Bashar Assad’s decades-long rule, ending the country’s uprising-turned civil war that started back in 2011. A fourth infant dies of the winter cold in Gaza as families share blankets in seaside tents DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — A fourth infant has died of hypothermia in Gaza, where hundreds of thousands of Palestinians displaced by nearly 15 months of war are huddled in tents along the rainy, windswept coast as winter arrives. The baby's father says the 20-day-old child was found with his head as “cold as ice” Sunday morning in their tent. The baby’s twin brother was moved to the intensive care unit of Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital. Their father says the twins were born one month premature and spent just a day in hospital, which like other Gaza health centers has been overwhelmed and only partially functions. Musk causes uproar for backing Germany's far-right party ahead of key elections BERLIN (AP) — Tech entrepreneur Elon Musk has caused uproar after backing Germany’s far-right party in a major newspaper ahead of key parliamentary elections in the Western European country, leading to the resignation of the paper’s opinion editor in protest. Germany is to vote in an early election on Feb. 23 after Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s three-party governing coalition collapsed last month in a dispute over how to revitalize the country’s stagnant economy. Musk’s guest opinion piece for Welt am Sonntag, published in German over the weekend, was the second time this month he supported the Alternative for Germany, or AfD.Graham Capital Wealth Management LLC Invests $230,000 in NVIDIA Co. (NASDAQ:NVDA)

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