winph99 com Five hottest CFB seats: Why two power conference coaches might soon join Mack BrownWolverhampton has been named as the most difficult place to pass your driving test, according to a report which marks the top 100 most popular test centres in the UK based on their average pass rate. Since the pandemic, a significant backlog of driving tests has emerged in the UK, with most test centres now experiencing a waiting period of at least three to four months. Law Trucks compiled their Driving Test Report, which ranks the most popular test centres in the UK based on their average pass rate over a year. Key findings show Lancing is the easiest area to pass your driving test from these popular test centres with a 61.4% pass rate. Wolverhampton is the toughest area to pass your driving test, with a 32.4% pass rate. Goodmayes in London conducted the most tests over this period, with 26,042 in one year. This test centre also had the highest number of passes with 11,677. The top 20 hardest test centres include Wolverhampton, Speke (Liverpool), Featherstone, Chingford (London), Norris Green (Liverpool), Wednesbury, Leicester (Cannock Street), Luton, Greenford (Horsenden Lane), St Helens (Liverpool), Nottingham (Chilwell), and Birmingham (Garretts Green). In Wanstead, London, out of 9,623 cases, 3,882 passed making it a 40.3% rate. Plymouth in Devon saw 3,641 passes out of 9,037 cases also at a 40.3% rate. Cheetham Hill in Greater Manchester had 4,693 passes out of 11,552 - a 40.6% rate. Gateshead in Tyne and Wear reported 3,468 out of 8,482 - a 40.9% rate. Come and join The Daily Star on , the social media site set up by ex-Twitter boss Jack Dorsey. It's now the new go-to place for content after a mass exodus of the Elon Musk-owned Twitter/X. Fear not, we're not leaving , but we are jumping on the bandwagon. So come find our new account on , and see us social better than the rest. You can also learn more about The Daily Star team in what Bluesky calls a . So what are you waiting for?! Let's Coventry in the West Midlands had 3,858 out of 9,272 - a 41.6% pass rate. Dudley in the West Midlands saw 5,119 out of 12,177 - a 42.0% rate. Doncaster in South Yorkshire reported 3,426 out of 8,097 - a 42.3% rate. Lastly, South Yardley in Birmingham, West Midlands had 4,318 out of 10,190 - a 42.4% rate.

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The pledge, announced during a ceremony on November 28, also included planting of over 2,000 trees within the school premises as part of the companies' environmental sustainability initiatives. The school feeding fund aligns with the Ministry of Education’s ‘Dusangire Lunch’ programme, which aims to ensure that students have access to meals during school hours. This initiative, according to Liberatha Mukantwari, the school’s Headmistress, will relieve financial pressure on parents and help create a conducive learning environment. “We appreciate this partnership. It will alleviate the worries of parents struggling to accommodate school feeding expenses, ensuring their children can focus on their education without distractions,” said Mukantwari. Rose Baguma, Director General of Education Policy and Analysis at the Ministry of Education, hailed SONARWA’s commitment to the programme, calling it a proof to the power of collaboration in addressing student welfare. “This programme not only supports parents and students but also encourages organizations and individuals to contribute to the well-being of young Rwandans. Such initiatives are critical for enhancing educational outcomes,” Baguma said. The dual focus on feeding and tree planting reflects SONARWA’s holistic approach to supporting the community. Among the over 2,000 tree species planted, there were avocado trees planted within the school compound, which Mukantwarinoted will supplement the students' diets with fresh fruit. The trees will also serve multiple purposes, including soil conservation, timber production, firewood supply, and protection against the strong winds that frequently affect the area. Charlotte Kamanzi, CEO of SONARWA General Insurance, emphasized the initiative’s dual benefits: “By involving students and community members in these activities, we aim to instill a sense of shared responsibility for environmental conservation while fostering unity and collaboration.” Dianah Mukundwa, CEO of SONARWA Life highlighted that these efforts underline SONARWA’s commitment to fostering a brighter future for Rwanda’s youth and environment, setting an example for corporate social responsibility in action. “Our commitment to safeguarding lives extends beyond the company’s financial performance—it includes supporting our communities and nurturing the environment and. By planting trees and sharing a meal with the students of Bugesera, we reaffirm our dedication to creating a sustainable, inclusive future for all.” - She said. The over 2,000 trees planted at GS Rushubi in Bugesera District are part of SONARWA’s broader goal to plant trees across the country. Bugesera Mayor, Richard Mutabazi, highlighted the importance of the initiative, particularly for a school vulnerable to wind damage due to its limited tree cover. “We are grateful for this support. However, planting trees is just the first step. Their growth and survival depend on the care provided by the school administration and students. We hope to return next year and see these trees thriving,” Mutabazi said. Beyond its environmental and educational initiatives, both SONARWA companies also provide affordable student insurance services to mitigate financial burdens caused by unforeseen events. For SONARWA General, these packages cover risks such as property damage, injuries, and death helping them impro. While for SONARWA Life their education endowment plan enables the parents to save for their children by paying monthly premiums that accumulate interest to cover the school fees when the time agreed upon is reached. 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Nearly 40 per cent of Ontario food banks have reduced the amount of food they provide to clients as they struggle to keep up with escalating demand, a new report says. The report from Feed Ontario — a network of more than 1,200 food banks and hunger relief programs in the province —also says number of people who accessed a food bank in Ontario surpassed one million from 2023 to 2024, a 25 per cent increase from the year prior. The report looks at data from Ontario's food banks from April 1, 2023 to March 31, 2024. "While food banks are doing their best to keep doors open and shelves full, the unprecedented need for food bank support has outpaced their capacity and the resources available to deliver these services," the report says. Two in five respondents who visited a food bank had never accessed one before, the report says. WATCH | Report shows Ontario food banks being forced to give clients less food: Ontario food banks cutting services as demand outpaces resources: report 5 hours ago Duration 2:57 A new report from Feed Ontario shows that food banks are cutting services and reducing the amount of food they provide to clients as they run out of resources amid record-high demand. CBC’s Clara Pasieka has more details. Neil Hetherington, CEO of the Daily Bread Food Bank in Toronto, said that organization recently implemented a 10-per cent reduction in the amount of food distributed across its network of meal programs due to the unprecedented demand. The organization supports 129 agencies and 205 food programs across the city. "It means that an individual who's going in to get three days worth of food once per week is now going to be receiving 2.7 days worth of food," he said. The recent Who's Hungry report the from Daily Bread and North York Harvest food banks found the number of visits to food banks in Toronto hit a new record once again , with one million more visits from April 2023 to April 2024 than the year prior. Toronto food bank says crisis is being ignored by those in power Scarborough food bank sees success using UN sustainability goals Ontario food banks also saw an increase in the number of clients who said they were employed, according to the Feed Ontario report. While social assistance remains the primary source of income for the majority of food bank visitors, just under 24 per cent of respondents said they were employed — a 17 per cent increase from the year before. Hetherington said that figure is troubling. "They've done everything right, yet they have to rely on food charity," said Hetherington. Hetherington said the numbers how that governments can't rely on food banks "as the sole solution to systemic problems." Food bank use in Toronto breaks records — again Record food bank numbers nationally felt 'on the ground' in Toronto, expert says "There are more than one million Ontarians who are going to food banks, and every single time they're going, we know it's because of a lack of affordable housing, it's because their incomes do not match their expenses," he said. "And we know the solutions to that and we're very hopeful that they'll start to implement them."URW acquires 38.9% stake in URW Germany JV from partner CPP Investments for 3.254 Mn URW stapled shares

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Dr. Manmohan Singh , a renowned economist, technocrat, and India’s 14th Prime Minister, passed away on Thursday at the age of 92. Known for his role in shaping India’s economic trajectory, Singh’s legacy is deeply etched in the history of modern India. ET Year-end Special Reads Corporate Kalesh: Top family disputes of India Inc in 2024 The world of business lost these eminent people in 2024 Fast, faster, fastest: How 2024 put more speed into your shopping Singh, the architect of India’s economic reforms in the 1990s, first entered politics during a critical economic crisis. In 1991, then-Prime Minister P.V. Narasimha Rao appointed him Finance Minister. Together, they steered the country out of a balance-of-payments crisis and initiated liberalization policies that transformed India’s economy. Born on September 26, 1932, in Gah, a village in present-day Pakistan’s Punjab province, Singh rose from humble beginnings. After completing his initial education in Pakistan, he earned a First-Class Honours degree in Economics from the University of Cambridge and a D.Phil. from Nuffield College, Oxford. Singh’s academic brilliance laid the foundation for an illustrious career as an economist. Before entering politics, Singh held several key positions, including Economic Advisor to the Government of India, Chief Economic Advisor in the Ministry of Finance, Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission, and Governor of the Reserve Bank of India. He also served as Secretary General of the South-South Commission and Chairman of the University Grants Commission, earning a reputation for integrity and competence. In 2004, when the Congress party was poised to form the government, Sonia Gandhi surprised many by nominating Singh as Prime Minister. He became India’s first Sikh Prime Minister, sworn in by then-President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam. 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His first term was also marked by his unwavering commitment to the Indo-US civil nuclear deal , despite strong opposition from Left parties within his coalition. Singh stood firm, even at the risk of his government collapsing, ultimately securing a historic agreement that ended India’s nuclear isolation. However, Singh’s second term was overshadowed by allegations of corruption, including the 2G spectrum, Commonwealth Games, and coal block allocation scams. These scandals, coupled with a perceived policy paralysis, tarnished his government’s image. The rise of the anti-corruption movement led by Anna Hazare further dented the Congress party’s standing. Despite these challenges, Singh’s contributions as an economist and leader remain unparalleled. His tenure saw robust GDP growth averaging 8.5%, and his personal commitment to maintaining peaceful ties with Pakistan helped stabilize bilateral relations. 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7 tips to prepare for next year’s taxes nowA beautiful bride could not hide her emotions when her high school friends showed up at her wedding venue In a video, amazing guests danced for her in the presence of everyone and gave her 10,000 Namibian dollars Social media users who came across the video on TikTok stormed the comments section to share their opinions CHECK OUT: Education is Your Right! Don’t Let Social Norms Hold You Back. Learn Online with LEGIT. Enroll Now! A beautiful bride was left speechless and tearful when her high school friends made a surprise appearance at her wedding ceremony. The emotional moment was captured on video, showing the bride's heartfelt reaction to the thoughtful gesture. Bride cries as high school friends surprise her In the video shared by a TikTok user identified as @ pinkygworldwide , the bride got visibly emotional as her friends took to the dance floor to celebrate her special day. PAY ATTENTION: Legit.ng Needs Your Help! 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May God refill their Pockets, this is what we call living a life not for themselves but for people they called friends too." @user424948009318 said: "A time like this last year my beautiful sisters from Bura girls did this for me si muzidi kubarikiwa." @Eshlly said: "Congratulations Mrs, thanks for the knowledge you gave me 2022, be blessed always." @thatkindgal reacted: "Where can i get such friends not even a birthday gift. I am happy for this." Read also Lady who sells akara by roadside proudly celebrates 6 years in business, video gets attention @nancy kiragu added: "Us meeting with friends we schooled together secondary school 30 yrs ago.We are 216 members." Watch the video below: Bride gets truckload of gifts on wedding day Meanwhile Legit.ng previously reported that a Nigerian lady who received a truckload of gifts on her wedding day was captured in a video that went viral on TikTok. In the video, the bride climbed the truck to inspect some of the gifts and was thrilled as she unveiled the packages. PAY ATTENTION : Legit.ng Needs Your Opinion! That's your chance to change your favourite news media. Fill in a short questionnaire Source: Legit.ngWASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump pledged Monday to exact vengeance against Hamas militants who kidnapped Israelis, including some with dual American citizenship, if the group does not release every remaining Oct. 7, 2023 , hostage before the Republican gets sworn into office next month. Trump, in a social media post, said "there will be ALL HELL TO PAY in the Middle East, and for those in charge who perpetrated these atrocities against Humanity" if all the hostages were not released by his inauguration on Jan. 20. He said that "those responsible will be hit harder than anybody has been hit" in American history in the post, in which he did not go into specifics. The Biden administration said last week that it had negotiated a cease-fire deal with France between Israel and Hezbollah militants in Lebanon. The release of hostages in Gaza are a key condition of the cease-fire negotiations, which restarted last weekend , between Israel and Hamas. Both militants organizations are Iranian-backed proxy groups, and the U.S. has long asserted that a cease-fire in Lebanon could lead to one in Gaza. The threat from Trump on Monday was the latest instance in which he has sought to leverage his position as president-elect to force concessions from foreign actors prior to entering office and in ways that run counter to current U.S. foreign policy. He warned of coming tariffs on China, Mexico and Canada in social media posts last week. 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Biden's remarks, sent from Africa, where is traveling this week, addressed the families of those still held hostages in Gaza, many of them long frustrated and anguished by the lack of progress in negotiations, telling them, “We see you. We are with you. And I will not stop working to bring your loved ones back home where they belong." Contributing: Chris Kenning and Cybele Mayes-Osterman