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As the winter transfer window approaches, all eyes will be on Manchester United and the future of Marcus Rashford. Will he stay and fight for his place in the team, or will he seek a new challenge elsewhere? Only time will tell. One thing is for certain, though – the Red Devils are bracing themselves for a turbulent period of change as they look to usher in a new era of success.
The Onion's rejected purchase of Infowars in an auction bid supported by families of the Sandy Hook Elementary shooting dealt them a new setback Wednesday and clouded the future of Alex Jones' conspiracy theory platform, which is now poised to remain in his control for at least the near future. What's next for Infowars and Sandy Hook families' long-sought efforts to hold Jones accountable over calling one of the deadliest school shootings in U.S. history a hoax was unclear, after a federal judge in Houston late Tuesday rejected The Onion's winning bid for the site . U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Christopher Lopez in Houston said he did not want another auction but offered no roadmap over how to proceed. One possibility includes ultimately allowing Sandy Hook families — who comprise most of Jones' creditors — to return to state courts in Connecticut and Texas to collect on the nearly $1.5 billion in defamation and emotional distress lawsuit judgments that Jones was ordered to pay them. “Our hope is that when this process ends, and it will end, and it will end sooner rather than later, is that all assets that Alex Jones has available are paid to the families, and that includes Infowars, and that as a result of that process Alex Jones is deprived of the ownership and control of the platform that he’s used to hurt so many people,” Christopher Mattei, an attorney for the Sandy Hook families, said in a phone interview Wednesday. The families, meanwhile, were preparing the mark the 12th anniversary of the Dec. 14 shooting. The sale of Infowars is part of Jones’ personal bankruptcy case , which he filed in late 2022 after he was ordered to pay the $1.5 billion. Jones was sued for repeatedly saying on his show that the 2012 massacre of 20 first graders and six educators was staged by crisis actors to spur more gun control. Lopez said there was a lack of transparency in the bidding process and too much confusion about The Onion's bid. He also said the amount of money offered in the only two bids was too low and there needed to be more effort to try to raise as much money possible from the selling of Infowars' assets. The Onion's parent company, Global Tetrahedron, submitted a $1.75 million cash offer with plans to kick Jones out and relaunch Infowars in January as a parody . The bid also included a deal with many of the Sandy Hook families for them to forgo $750,000 of their auction proceeds and give it to other creditors. Lopez called it a complex arrangement that led to different interpretations of the bid's actual value as well as last-minute changes to a proposed sale order. The other bidder was First United American Companies, which runs a website in Jones’ name that sells nutritional supplements and planned to let Jones stay on the Infowars platforms. It offered $3.5 million in cash and later, with Jones, alleged fraud and collusion in the bidding process. Lopez rejected the allegations, saying that while mistakes were made there was no wrongdoing. Christopher Murray, the trustee who oversaw the auction, said he picked The Onion and its deal with the Sandy Hook families because it would have provided more money to Jones' other creditors. The next steps remained unclear Wednesday. The judge directed Murray to come up with a new plan to move forward. Murray and representatives of The Onion did not immediately return messages seeking comment. The judge said there was a possibility there could be a trial in 2025 to settle Jones' bankruptcy. He said Murray could try to sell the equity in Infowars' parent company. He also said Murray could abandon the efforts, which could allow the Sandy Hook families to return to the state courts where they won their lawsuits against Jones and begin collection proceedings against him. The judge said he wanted to hear back from Murray and others involved in the bankruptcy within 30 days on a plan to move forward. Mattei, who represented the Sandy Hook families in the Connecticut lawsuit, said everyone is waiting to see what plan the trustee comes up with. Jones, meanwhile, continued to allege fraud and collusion on his show Wednesday and threatened legal action over what he called an attempted “rigged auction.” On the social media platform X, he called the judge's ruling a “Major Victory For Freedom Of The Press & Due Process." “I don’t want to have to go after these people, lawsuit-wise, but we have to because if you don’t then you’re aiding and abetting and they do it to other people. They made some big mistakes," he said. It's a solemn and heartbreaking week for relatives of victims of the Sandy Hook shooting in Newtown, Connecticut. The 12th anniversary is Saturday, and some of the victims' relatives were traveling to Washington, D.C., to attend the annual National Vigil for All Victims of Gun Violence on Wednesday evening. The families usually mark the anniversary out of the public eye. Many of the families said their lawsuits against Jones bought back the unbearable pain of losing their loved ones, as well as the trauma of being harassed and threatened by believers of Jones' hoax conspiracy. Relatives said they have been confronted in public by hoax believers and received death and rape threats. Robbie Parker, whose 6-year-old daughter Emilie was killed, testified at the Connecticut lawsuit trial in 2022 that the decade of abuse his family suffered made them move across the country to Washington state, and even there he was accosted in person. The families have not received any money from Jones since winning the trials. Jones has been appealing the $1.5 billion in judgments, and has since conceded that the shooting did happen. Last week, a Connecticut appeals court upheld most of the judgment in that state but reduced it by $150 million. Associated Press writer Juan A. Lozano in Houston contributed to this report.
Saturday, November 23, 2024 Gujarat Tourism is hosting two exciting photography contests, providing an exceptional opportunity for enthusiasts to capture and showcase the diverse beauty of the state through their lenses. Launched on November 19, these contests are set to conclude on November 24, drawing both amateur and professional photographers to participate in this unique initiative. The first contest, titled “Hidden Gems of Gujarat – Gujarat Tourism 2025 Calendar” , focuses on unveiling the state’s lesser-known marvels. Participants are encouraged to explore and highlight the hidden treasures that make Gujarat a fascinating destination, from quaint villages and ancient architectural sites to serene landscapes and vibrant cultural hubs. The second contest, “Gujarat: A Bird’s-Eye View” , offers a thrilling challenge to photographers by emphasizing drone photography. This competition aims to capture the state’s iconic landmarks, bustling urban centers, and breathtaking natural vistas from a unique aerial perspective. By presenting Gujarat from the skies, the contest promises to redefine how the state’s beauty is perceived, adding a fresh dimension to its visual narrative. Winners of both contests will have their photographs featured in the Gujarat Tourism 2025 Calendar , a prestigious platform that celebrates the state’s visual grandeur. Additionally, their works will gain widespread recognition through Gujarat Tourism’s official social media channels, further amplifying their artistic contributions. These contests aim to inspire a deeper appreciation for Gujarat’s charm while providing a significant platform for budding and seasoned photographers alike. Beyond the Competition: Nurturing a Culture of Art and Tourism This initiative not only highlights Gujarat’s physical beauty but also underscores the state’s commitment to promoting art and tourism in harmony. By blending photography with travel, the contests invite participants and viewers to rediscover Gujarat through fresh perspectives. Moreover, the campaigns help foster a sense of pride and connection among residents while showcasing Gujarat as an attractive destination for tourists worldwide. This collaborative approach between art, technology, and tourism positions Gujarat as a forward-thinking state, celebrating creativity and its multifaceted cultural heritage.New Economy Watch | "Spring Dawn Plan" Launched "Factory Direct Sales", Helping Industrial Belt Merchants Achieve Monthly Sales of 100,000 Orders
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At the age of 12, Alex managed to escape from his captors and made his way to a local orphanage, where he was finally able to receive an education. It was here that his remarkable intellect and determination caught the attention of a visiting professor from MIT, who saw in Alex the potential for greatness. With the professor's help, Alex was able to secure a scholarship to study at the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he excelled in his studies and eventually earned a Ph.D. in Computer Science.In a brief statement released by Liu Yang, he cited personal reasons for his resignation. While he did not elaborate on the specifics of these reasons, it is clear that they are deeply personal and significant enough to compel him to step down from his role. Colleagues who have worked closely with Liu Yang have expressed their surprise and sadness at the news, noting that he was a valued member of the faculty who always went above and beyond for his students.
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