jili 291 Ranked teams are on Monday’s college basketball schedule in five games, including the Auburn Tigers taking on the Iowa State Cyclones. Watch men’s college basketball, other live sports and more on Fubo. What is Fubo? Fubo is a streaming service that gives you access to your favorite live sports and shows on demand. Use our link to sign up for a free trial. Memphis Tigers at No. 2 UConn Huskies Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks at No. 20 Arkansas Razorbacks No. 4 Auburn Tigers at No. 5 Iowa State Cyclones Little Rock Trojans at No. 25 Illinois Fighting Illini Dayton Flyers at No. 10 North Carolina Tar Heels Catch tons of live college basketball , plus original programming, with ESPN+ or the Disney Bundle.LANDOVER, Md. (AP) — Allowing two kickoff return touchdowns and missing an extra point all in the final few minutes added up to the Washington Commanders losing a third consecutive game in excruciating fashion. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * LANDOVER, Md. (AP) — Allowing two kickoff return touchdowns and missing an extra point all in the final few minutes added up to the Washington Commanders losing a third consecutive game in excruciating fashion. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? LANDOVER, Md. (AP) — Allowing two kickoff return touchdowns and missing an extra point all in the final few minutes added up to the Washington Commanders losing a third consecutive game in excruciating fashion. The underlying reason for this slide continuing was a problem long before that. An offense led by dynamic rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels that was among the NFL’s best for a long stretch of the season put up just nine points and 169 yards for the first three-plus quarters against Dallas before falling behind 20-9 and teeing off on the Cowboys’ conservative defense. “We just couldn’t really get it going,” said receiver Terry McLaurin, whose lengthy touchdown with 21 seconds left masked that he had just three catches for 16 yards through three quarters. “We’ve got to find a way to start faster and sustain drives, and that’s everybody: the whole coaching staff and the offensive players just going out there and figuring out ways that we can stay on the field.” This is not a new problem for Washington, which had a season-low 242 yards in a Nov. 10 home loss to Pittsburgh and 264 yards four days later in a defeat at Philadelphia. Since returning from a rib injury that knocked him out of a game last month, Daniels has completed just under 61% of his passes, after 75.6% over his first seven professional starts. Daniels and coach Dan Quinn have insisted this isn’t about injury. The coaching staff blamed a lack of adequate practice time, but a full week of it before facing the Cowboys did not solve the problem. It is now fair to wonder if opponents have seen enough film of offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury’s system to figure it out. “I think teams and coordinators are going to see what other teams have success against us and try to figure out how they could incorporate that into their scheme,” Daniels said after going 12 of 22 for 80 yards passing through three quarters in the Dallas game. “We’ve been in third and longer a lot these past couple games, so that’s kind of where you get into the exotic pressures and stuff like that. We’ve just got to be better on first and second downs and stay ahead of the chains.” Daniels has a point there, and it predates this losing streak. The Commanders have converted just 36% of third-down opportunities (27 for 75) over their past seven games after 52% (31 for 60) in their first five. That challenge doesn’t get any easier with Tennessee coming to town Sunday. The Titans, despite being 3-8, have the second-best third-down defense in the league at 31.6%. What’s working The defense kept the Commanders in the game against Dallas, allowing just 10 points until the fourth quarter and 20 total before kickoff return touchdowns piled on to the other side of the scoreboard. Even Cooper Rush’s 22-yard touchdown pass to Luke Schoonmaker with five minutes left came after a turnover that gave the Cowboys the ball at the Washington 44. The defense spending more than 35 minutes on the field certainly contributed to fatigue as play wore on. What needs help The running game that contributed to a 7-2 start has taken a hit, in part because of injuries to top back Brian Robinson Jr. The Commanders got 145 yards on the ground because Daniels had 74 on seven carries, but running backs combined for just 57. Daniels could not say how much the rushing attack stalling has contributed to the offense going stagnant. “You’ve got to be able to run the ball, keep the defense honest,” he said. “We got to execute the plays that are called in, and we didn’t do a good job of doing that.” Stock up Linebacker Frankie Luvu keeps making the case to be first-year general manager Adam Peters’ best free agent signing. He and fellow offseason addition Bobby Wagner tied for a team-high eight tackles, and Luvu also knocked down three passes against Dallas. Stock down Kicker Austin Seibert going wide left on the point-after attempt that would have tied the score with 21 seconds left was his third miss of the game. He also was short on a 51-yard field goal attempt and wide left on an earlier extra point. Seibert, signed a week into the season after Cade York struggled in the opener, made 25 of 27 field goal tries and was 22 of 22 on extra points before injuring his right hip and missing the previous two games. He brushed off his health and the low snap from Tyler Ott while taking responsibility for not connecting. “I made the decision to play, and here we are,” Seibert said. “I just wasn’t striking it well. But it means a lot to me to be here with these guys, so I just want to put my best foot moving forward.” Injuries Robinson’s sprained ankle and fellow running back Austin Ekeler’s concussion from a late kickoff return that led to him being hospitalized for further evaluation are two major immediate concerns. Quinn said Monday that Ekeler and starting right tackle Andrew Wylie are in concussion protocol. It’s unclear if Robinson will be available against Tennessee, which could mean Chris Rodriguez Jr. getting elevated from the practice squad to split carries with Jeremy McNichols. The Commanders still have not gotten cornerback Marshon Lattimore into a game since acquiring him at the trade deadline from New Orleans. Lattimore is trying to return from a hamstring injury, and the secondary could use him against Calvin Ridley, who’s coming off a 93-yard performance at Houston. Key number Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. 17 — Handoffs to a running back against Dallas, a significant decrease from much of the season before this losing streak. Next steps Don’t overlook the Titans with the late bye week coming immediately afterward. The Commanders opened as more than a touchdown favorite, but after the results over the weekend, BetMGM Sportsbook had it as 5 1/2 points Monday. ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl Advertisement Advertisement

Pressure is on the Albanese government to make headway on its long list of stalled legislation before the federal election. Housing will be back in spotlight during the final sitting week of 2024, with the Help to Buy government equity scheme and incentives for build-to-rent to be brought to a final vote in the Senate. The two housing bills have struggled to attract the support of the opposition or the Greens, with Labor knocking back fresh demands from the latter. Central to the Greens’ updated position is funding for 25,000 “shovel-ready” homes not given the go-ahead under the first round of the Housing Australia Future Fund. Labor insists the demand is unlawful and would result in the construction of million-dollar homes that are not value for money. Greens housing spokesman Max Chandler-Mather said his party had designed “a compromise offer that is popular, achievable and easy to accept, it requires no new legislation and sits broadly within government policy”. With 30 or so bills still before the parliament, the government has been ramping up pressure on the Greens and the coalition to co-operate. “This is a week where we will see the colour of the eyes of Peter Dutton and the Greens party,” Employment Minister Murray Watt told reporters on Sunday. A friendless crackdown on misinformation and disinformation has been shelved and gambling reforms have been pushed into next year. Though the government is expecting wins on its aged care reforms and its social media age limit, with the former expected to attract opposition support. Under world-first legislation, Australians younger than 16 will be banned from social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Reddit and X (formerly Twitter). Labor will also be spruiking its Future Made in Australia plan, with its hydrogen and critical minerals production tax incentives to be introduced to parliament on Monday. Economic management will likely get some airtime after monthly inflation figures are released on Wednesday, with headline inflation expected to once again land within the Reserve Bank of Australia’s target band. But with the central bank’s preferred underlying gauge – stripped of the volatility inflicting the headline number – likely to remain above the two-three per cent band, keenly-anticipated interest rate cuts are likely to stay on ice. The federal election is due to be held by May 17.BJP deploys CMs to target 'anti-Dalit' opposition

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Ford government defends tripling spending on ads after searing auditor general's reportSAN DIEGO – Mark Few liked what he saw unfold at San Diego State’s Viejas Arena when his No. 3 Gonzaga Bulldogs made their first foray outside of Spokane, Washington, this season. A double-digit victory in a packed, loud arena. Toughness from a deep, experienced lineup that once again is driven to win an elusive national championship. And, peeking a few seasons ahead, he saw an SDSU team that he views more as a future Pac-12 partner than rival. Behind big man Graham Ike and guard Ryan Nembhard, Gonzaga displayed its size, speed and strength in beating Brian Dutcher’s young, hobbled squad 80-67 on Monday night. The Bulldogs returned the favor after SDSU won 84-74 last December at The Kennel in Spokane, which ended their 59-game nonconference winning streak. Both teams reached the Sweet Sixteen last season. Gonzaga is the only team in the nation to reach the Sweet Sixteen the last nine seasons as the Bulldogs extended their streak of NCAA Tournament appearances to 25 straight. Back in Spokane on Wednesday night, the Zags improved to 5-0 by routing Long Beach State 84-41, no doubt firing up expectations in the Lilac City and beyond. In a college sports climate dominated by NIL and the transfer portal, the Zags are stacked. Of the 12 possible players who could return from last year, 10 did, including all four starters. They returned 81% of last season’s scoring and 71% of their rebounding. Six of its top seven scorers are back, along with 81.4% of minutes played. “We’re tougher,” Few said. “We’re physically tougher, we’re mentally tougher, at least so far in the season. A lot of the same guys from last year. That’s what happens when you stick around a couple of years. “You’ve got to have both to be able to go on the road in a place like this and dig out wins,” Few added. “That’s one thing San Diego State is going to bring. They’re going to bring physicality, they’re going to bring great athleticism, they’re going to challenge you in every facet of the game.” Hoops powerhouse Gonzaga announced on Oct. 1 that it will move from the West Coast Conference, where it has dominated for most of the last quarter-century, into a Pac-12 conference being rebuilt around football. Beginning with the 2026-27 academic year, Gonzaga will become the eighth member along with holdovers Washington State and Oregon State, and fellow newcomers Boise State, San Diego State, Fresno State, Utah State and Colorado State from the Mountain West. While not as dominant as the Zags, the Aztecs have been one of the West Coast’s best programs for several years, first under Steve Fisher and then Dutcher, his longtime assistant who is in his eighth season as head coach. “They’re just going to be such a great partner, because they value basketball and they support basketball,” said Few, who’s in his 26th season as head coach. “They understand, when you have a national program like we both have, it pays unbelievable dividends to the university, to the community, to the city and the state, like the Northwest and down here. They get that. We’re looking for other like-minded places to partner with us.” Few said he would often chat with Fisher about the possibility of the Zags and Aztecs playing in the same conference. Fisher watches Aztecs games with his wife, Angie, from the second row above Steve Fisher Court. “We talked about it forever,” Few said. “I’m happy for Dutch. He’s doing a great job.” San Diego State reached its first Final Four in 2023, when Lamont Butler’s thrilling buzzer-beater against Florida Atlantic lifted the Aztecs into the national championship game, where they lost 76-59 to UConn. SDSU was routed again by UConn, 82-52, in last season’s Sweet Sixteen, while Gonzaga lost to Purdue. Gonzaga opened this season with a 101-63 win against then-No. 8 Baylor at the Spokane Arena. It was Gonzaga’s biggest victory margin over a top-10 opponent, over a team it lost to in the 2021 national title game in Indianapolis.Valerie Bertinelli says she ‘doesn’t care’ what people think of her body after posting underwear selfie

UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson faced allegations of insider trading and fraud before he was assassinated in Manhattan on Wednesday. He was fatally shot in what NYPD officials suspect was a premeditated attack as he left the Hilton hotel ahead of an investor conference. The gunman remains at large. Last year, the DoJ launched an investigation into whether the UnitedHealthcare, under Thompson's leadership, was unfairly limiting competition and operating as a monopoly. In May, the City of Hollywood Firefighters' Pension Fund filed a lawsuit against Thompson and other UnitedHealth executives, alleging that the CEO hid information about a federal investigation before selling over 31 percent of his shares, earning $15.1 million. In Legal Tangle Before Death The complaint mentioned that Thompson and other company leaders sold more than $117 million worth of UnitedHealth stock over a four-month period while they were aware of the federal antitrust probe. However, the development has not yet been made public. In October, the California Public Employees' Retirement System, the largest public pension fund in the U.S., joined the lawsuit and filed an amended complaint seeking a jury trial against Thompson and other executives. In February, The Wall Street Journal revealed that federal investigators had been interviewing individuals from the healthcare sector where UnitedHealth operates. The inquiries focused on the relationships between UnitedHealthcare, the company's insurance division, and its Optum health services branch, which manages physician groups and other assets. The Wall Street Journal also reported that the Department of Justice was investigating UnitedHealth's Medicare billing practices. The investigation aimed to determine whether physicians were exaggerating patient illnesses to improperly boost government payments. Thompson was tragically killed in a targeted shooting, suffering gunshot wounds to the chest and leg. The masked assailant fled the scene on a bicycle, heading down 6th Avenue, and is believed to have escaped into Central Park. The NYPD has launched a large-scale manhunt to locate and arrest the suspect. The shooter remains at large and is described as a white male wearing a cream-colored jacket, a black face mask, black and white sneakers, and carrying a grey backpack. Targeted Attack, Motive Unclear Sources revealed to The New York Times that Thompson, who lives in Minnesota with his wife and children, had arrived at the hotel early to get ready for his presentation. The shooter reportedly knew the exact door Thompson would exit from and opened fire on him from a distance of several feet. The shooter opened fire on Thompson from a distance down the street, striking him multiple times before fleeing the area on a bicycle. As the suspect remains unidentified, the NYPD has offered a $10,000 reward for information related to the shooting. Thompson's wife, Paulette, revealed that he had been receiving "some threats" prior to his visit to New York. "Basically, I don't know, a lack of coverage? I don't know details. I just know that he said there were some people that had been threatening him," she told NBC News. The incident comes amid an ongoing Department of Justice investigation into Thompson for alleged antitrust violations and accusations of insider trading. The shooting took place just hours before crowds were set to gather in Midtown for the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony at Rockefeller Center. United, the largest health insurer in the United States by market share, has often faced protests from activists accusing the company of systematically denying care to patients. In February, the company drew attention after falling victim to a cyberattack , resulting in losses amounting to $872 million.In the heart of Osaka, Japan, a technological relic faced imminent destruction. The world’s largest consumer CRT television, a behemoth Sony KX-45ED1, sat perched precariously on the second floor of a soon-to-be-demolished noodle shop. This wasn’t just any old television; this was a legendary piece of tech history, a 440-pound, 45-inch titan that originally sold for a staggering $40,000 back in the late 1980s. But its fate seemed sealed, destined for the scrap heap along with the building it resided in. Enter Shank Mods, a passionate gaming enthusiast with a penchant for rescuing vintage electronics. Hearing of the TV’s plight, he embarked on a two-week international rescue operation, coordinating with local contacts and navigating the complexities of industrial shipping to save this endangered species of the tech world. Why all this effort for an outdated piece of technology? For retro gaming enthusiasts, the Sony KX-45ED1, also known as the PVM-4300, represents the pinnacle of display technology. Its massive screen and authentic, lag-free performance are unmatched by modern LCD or OLED screens . Imagine experiencing classic games like Pac-Man or Donkey Kong in their original glory, with vibrant colors and crisp details, on a screen that dwarfs even today’s largest TVs. This wasn’t just about saving a TV; it was about preserving a piece of gaming history and ensuring future generations could experience the magic of retro gaming as it was meant to be seen. A Race Against Time The clock was ticking. With demolition looming, Shank Mods had to act fast. He connected with a local contact in Osaka, a fellow vintage tech enthusiast who was able to confirm the TV’s existence and its precarious situation. The challenge was immense. Extracting a 440-pound television from the second floor of a building slated for demolition was no easy feat. It required specialized equipment, skilled technicians, and careful planning to ensure the TV wasn’t damaged in the process. Adding to the complexity, this wasn’t just a local move. Shank Mods, based in the US, had to arrange for international shipping, navigating customs regulations and logistical hurdles to bring his prize possession across the Pacific. It was a race against time, a high-stakes operation with the potential for disaster at every turn. The Bigfoot of CRTs The Sony KX-45ED1 is a rare breed. Only a handful are known to exist, making it a true collector’s item. Shank Mods, in his YouTube video documenting the rescue, likened it to “the Bigfoot of CRTs,” a mythical creature rarely seen in the wild. This rarity stems from its original price tag and limited production run. At $40,000 in the 1980s, it was a luxury item few could afford. Its primary market was professional studios and high-end businesses, not everyday consumers. The TV’s scarcity has fueled its legendary status among retro gaming enthusiasts. While images and marketing materials existed, there was little evidence of a functioning unit in private hands. Shank Mods’ rescue mission offered a glimmer of hope, a chance to not only preserve this technological marvel but also to document it for the world to see. A Community Effort While Shank Mods spearheaded the rescue, it was a collaborative effort. His online following , eager to see this piece of history saved, provided support and encouragement. Local contacts in Osaka played a crucial role, acting as boots on the ground to assess the situation and coordinate the extraction. Even the noodle shop owner, recognizing the TV’s significance, granted access and cooperated with the rescue effort. This sense of community, united by a shared passion for gaming history, was instrumental in the TV’s salvation. It highlights the power of collective action and the impact individuals can have when they come together for a common cause. More Than Just a TV The Sony KX-45ED1 is more than just a television; it’s a symbol of a bygone era of technology. It represents a time when electronics were built to last, with craftsmanship and quality taking precedence over planned obsolescence. In a world of disposable gadgets, this CRT behemoth stands as a testament to enduring engineering. But it’s also a reminder of how quickly technology evolves. What was once cutting-edge is now considered vintage, a relic of the past. Preserving these artifacts is crucial, not just for nostalgia’s sake but also to understand the trajectory of technological advancement. By studying the past, we can gain insights into the future, appreciate the innovations that have shaped our world, and perhaps learn from the mistakes of previous generations. What’s Next for the World’s Largest CRT? Now safely in the hands of Shank Mods, the Sony KX-45ED1 has a bright future ahead. Initial plans include a full restoration to ensure it’s functioning optimally. Shank Mods, known for his meticulous work in restoring vintage electronics, will undoubtedly give this TV the royal treatment it deserves. Beyond restoration, there’s talk of showcasing the TV at public exhibits and retro gaming events , allowing others to experience its grandeur firsthand. Imagine a museum dedicated to the history of video games, with the Sony KX-45ED1 as its centerpiece, a monument to the golden age of gaming. This rescue mission was more than just saving a TV; it was about preserving a piece of our shared cultural heritage. It’s a testament to the passion of individuals like Shank Mods, who dedicate their time and resources to ensuring that the history of technology is not forgotten. And as we move further into the digital age, it’s a reminder that sometimes, the greatest treasures are found in the relics of the past.Chris Mubiru leads Northwestern State over North Alabama 71-58

Chance of direct attack by Russia ‘remote’, says UK armed forces chiefWASHINGTON (AP) — After several weeks working mostly behind closed doors, Vice President-elect JD Vance returned to Capitol Hill this week in a new, more visible role: Helping Donald Trump try to get his most contentious Cabinet picks to confirmation in the Senate, where Vance has served for the last two years. Vance arrived at the Capitol on Wednesday with former Rep. Matt Gaetz and spent the morning sitting in on meetings between Trump’s choice for attorney general and key Republicans, including members of the Senate Judiciary Committee. The effort was for naught: Gaetz announced a day later that he was withdrawing his name amid scrutiny over sex trafficking allegations and the reality that he was unlikely to be confirmed. Thursday morning Vance was back, this time accompanying Pete Hegseth, the “Fox & Friends Weekend” host whom Trump has tapped to be the next secretary of defense. Hegseth also has faced allegations of sexual assault that he denies. Vance is expected to accompany other nominees for meetings in coming weeks as he tries to leverage the two years he has spent in the Senate to help push through Trump's picks. The role of introducing nominees around Capitol Hill is an unusual one for a vice president-elect. Usually the job goes to a former senator who has close relationships on the Hill, or a more junior aide. But this time the role fits Vance, said Marc Short, who served as Trump’s first director of legislative affairs as well as chief of staff to Trump’s first vice president, Mike Pence, who spent more than a decade in Congress and led the former president’s transition ahead of his first term. ”JD probably has a lot of current allies in the Senate and so it makes sense to have him utilized in that capacity,” Short said. Unlike the first Trump transition, which played out before cameras at Trump Tower in New York and at the president-elect's golf club in Bedminster, New Jersey, this one has largely happened behind closed doors in Palm Beach, Florida. There, a small group of officials and aides meet daily at Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort to run through possible contenders and interview job candidates. The group includes Elon Musk, the billionaire who has spent so much time at the club that Trump has joked he can’t get rid of him. Vance has been a constant presence, even as he’s kept a lower profile. The Ohio senator has spent much of the last two weeks in Palm Beach, according to people familiar with his plans, playing an active role in the transition, on which he serves as honorary chair. Vance has been staying at a cottage on the property of the gilded club, where rooms are adorned with cherubs, oriental rugs and intricate golden inlays. It's a world away from the famously hardscrabble upbringing that Vance documented in the memoir that made him famous, “Hillbilly Elegy.” His young children have also joined him at Mar-a-Lago, at times. Vance was photographed in shorts and a polo shirt playing with his kids on the seawall of the property with a large palm frond, a U.S. Secret Service robotic security dog in the distance. On the rare days when he is not in Palm Beach, Vance has been joining the sessions remotely via Zoom. Though he has taken a break from TV interviews after months of constant appearances, Vance has been active in the meetings, which began immediately after the election and include interviews and as well as presentations on candidates’ pluses and minuses. Among those interviewed: Contenders to replace FBI Director Christopher Wray , as Vance wrote in a since-deleted social media post. Defending himself from criticism that he’d missed a Senate vote in which one of President Joe Biden’s judicial nominees was confirmed, Vance wrote that he was meeting at the time "with President Trump to interview multiple positions for our government, including for FBI Director.” “I tend to think it’s more important to get an FBI director who will dismantle the deep state than it is for Republicans to lose a vote 49-46 rather than 49-45,” Vance added on X. “But that’s just me.” While Vance did not come in to the transition with a list of people he wanted to see in specific roles, he and his friend, Trump’s eldest son, Donald Trump Jr., who is also a member of the transition team, were eager to see former Democratic Rep. Tulsi Gabbard and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. find roles in the administration. Trump ended up selecting Gabbard as the next director of national intelligence , a powerful position that sits atop the nation’s spy agencies and acts as the president’s top intelligence adviser. And he chose Kennedy to lead the Department of Health and Human Services , a massive agency that oversees everything from drug and food safety to Medicare and Medicaid. Vance was also a big booster of Tom Homan, the former acting director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, who will serve as Trump's “border czar.” In another sign of Vance's influence, James Braid, a top aide to the senator, is expected to serve as Trump’s legislative affairs director. Allies say it’s too early to discuss what portfolio Vance might take on in the White House. While he gravitates to issues like trade, immigration and tech policy, Vance sees his role as doing whatever Trump needs. Vance was spotted days after the election giving his son’s Boy Scout troop a tour of the Capitol and was there the day of leadership elections. He returned in earnest this week, first with Gaetz — arguably Trump’s most divisive pick — and then Hegseth, who has was been accused of sexually assaulting a woman in 2017, according to an investigative report made public this week. Hegseth told police at the time that the encounter had been consensual and denied any wrongdoing. Vance hosted Hegseth in his Senate office as GOP senators, including those who sit on the Senate Armed Services Committee, filtered in to meet with the nominee for defense secretary. While a president’s nominees usually visit individual senators’ offices, meeting them on their own turf, the freshman senator — who is accompanied everywhere by a large Secret Service detail that makes moving around more unwieldy — instead brought Gaetz to a room in the Capitol on Wednesday and Hegseth to his office on Thursday. Senators came to them. Vance made it to votes Wednesday and Thursday, but missed others on Thursday afternoon. Vance is expected to continue to leverage his relationships in the Senate after Trump takes office. But many Republicans there have longer relationships with Trump himself. Sen. Kevin Cramer, a North Dakota Republican, said that Trump was often the first person to call him back when he was trying to reach high-level White House officials during Trump's first term. “He has the most active Rolodex of just about anybody I’ve ever known,” Cramer said, adding that Vance would make a good addition. “They’ll divide names up by who has the most persuasion here,” Cramer said, but added, “Whoever his liaison is will not work as hard at it as he will.” Cramer was complimentary of the Ohio senator, saying he was “pleasant” and ” interesting” to be around. ′′He doesn’t have the long relationships," he said. "But we all like people that have done what we’ve done. I mean, that’s sort of a natural kinship, just probably not as personally tied.” Under the Constitution, Vance will also have a role presiding over the Senate and breaking tie votes. But he's not likely to be needed for that as often as was Kamala Harris, who broke a record number of ties for Democrats as vice president, since Republicans will have a bigger cushion in the chamber next year. Colvin reported from New York. Associated Press writer Mary Clare Jalonick contributed to this report.

Another year has come and gone, and for the Kimberley Bulletin, it’s been a year of change. This year saw Black Press Media sold to U.S.-based Carpenter Media, our editor Carolyn Grant retire after more than two decades with the Bulletin, a move from the little blue house downtown to our new digs on Mark Street, and a postal strike that necessitated our subscribers to come to the new digs to get their papers. Change is constant and throughout all of it, we have appreciated your subscriptions, your support and most recently, your in-person words of encouragement or appreciation for the work of our tiny team here at the Kimberley Bulletin. Furthermore, throughout these changes and all those that have happened to the news industry in the nearly 100 years this paper has served this community, the news hasn’t stopped. Here are some of the stories that shaped 2024 in Kimberley, B.C. January Dynamiters’ Christmas Classic win streak ended by Fernie Ghostriders Nearly 2000 fans packed into the Civic Centre for the time-honoured Christmas Classic, but unfortunately they did not get the results they hoped for, as the Fernie Ghostriders won both games. The Dynamiters had won both of the two Christmas Classic games against their rivals the last three times in a row. Dreadnaught Ski Racing’s banner year gets underway Kimberley’s Dreadnaught Ski Racing followed up a massive 2022/23 season with an even bigger winter in 2023/24. It got underway with an FIS speedcamp in January. Lois Creek’s native cutthroat trout population supplanted by invasive brook trout After the recent discovery that an invasive species had supplanted the native cutthroat trout in Kimberley’s Lois Creek, the ecosystem has become the focus of a project from Wildsight’s Youth Climate Corps (YCC). Wildsight says it’s likely that the stream flow has been impacted by logging, mining and community building. This would include a few partially clogged culverts that would restrict stream flow and fish passage. They added it is also quite likely that at some point in time, potentially when Lois Creek was dammed for local power generation, it was stocked with the non-native brook trout. It has now become clear that cutthroat trout are more than likely locally extinct in Lois Creek. East Kootenay average home prices continue to rise According to the annual update from B.C. assessment the average single family home in Kimberley price rose by six per cent and now sits at $499,000. Elsewhere in the East Kootenays, Invermere rose by 10 per cent, Fernie and Creston both rose by one per cent and Canal Flats had the largest in crease in the region at 13 per cent. Pat Barclay receives Kimberley’s Jack Ratcliffe Commitment to Community Award Pat Barclay was presented with the 2024 Jack Ratcliffe Commitment to Community Award in City Council Chambers by Mayor Don McCormick and Jack Ratcliffe himself. Barclay spent 40 years volunteering in Kimberley, including his many years with the local Rotary Club. McCormick said it was Ratcliffe’s exceptional level of service to the community that inspired the award. Pat Barclay has shown an exceptional dedication to serving the community for the past 40 years, McCormick said. He is a true community leader. Kimberley’s Kalle Ericsson gets three podiums in FIS Para Alpine Ski World Cup Kimberley’s Kalle Ericsson , a visually impaired skier, saw continued success last season, following up winning gold in all five events he and his guide Sierra Smith competed in at the FIS Para Alpine Skiing Canadian and USA national Championships, with there medals in Switzerland at their first World Cup event. FEBRUARY Teck Kootenay Cup at Kimberley Nordic Centre gets over 250 registrants The Teck Kootenay Cup was held at the Kimberley Nordic Club on February 3 and 4, the biggest event of the club’s season with over 250 registrants ranging from three years old to over 70. Organizers and competitors battled through less than ideal winter conditions, with the El Niño winter resulting in a lot of rain, but the event was a huge success for the club overall. First cases of fatal wildlife disease detected in B.C. Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) was detected in deer south of Cranbrook, marking the first known cases of the condition in the province, according to the B.C. Wildlife Federation.The first sample was taken by a hunter from a male mule deer that appeared to be healthy, however, testing by the B.C. CWD Program confirmed the presence of the disease. Jim Hendricks appointed Kimberley CAO The City of Kimberley’s former Chief Financial Officer and Acting Chief Administrative Officer, Jim Hendricks, was named the new CAO. Hendricks has worked in local government for more than 23 years, seven with Kimberley and 16 years prior to that at the City of Fernie. Before moving to local government Hendricks spent 15 years in financial management in industry in both mining and oilfield service. Living Lakes Canada calls for strong government action following latest snow pack report The B.C. River Forecast Centre released its snow survey information in early February, revealing that snow packs in the East Kootenay — and across the province — were well below normal. In the Kootenays the West was at 67 per cent of normal and the East 63 per cent. Living Lakes Canada called for strong government action, voicing concerns about the province’s freshwater supplies. Athletes training at Kimberley Alpine Resort ahead of Para Alpine National Champs From Feb. 12 to 16, around 45 athletes and 10 coaches were at Kimberley Alpine Resort, training and competing in the Canadian and USA National Para Alpine Championships and FIS Speed Series. After low snowfall essentially all winter up until then, a whole bunch of snow came all at once, making conditions challenging for ski racing. The 2023/24 Kimberley Dynamiters Awards ceremony On Sunday, Feb. 18 The Kimberley Dynamiters organization held their annual awards ceremony at the Conference Centre. Highlights included Tristan Weill getting named Best Forward, Most Popular Player, Leading Scorer and MVP for the team and the Eddie Mountain Division. Tyler Lindal, now one of the team’s assistant captains was named Most Improved and this year’s captain Trey Stephenson was named Best Defenceman. The ceremony also honoured the six 20-year-old players who would be leaving the team that year. Grammy Award winning artist Allison Russell performs in Kimberley Grammy Award winner Allison Russell and her band the Rainbow Coalition performed to a sold out crowd at Centre 64 on Tuesday, Feb. 27, as part of her tour for her 2023 album The Returner. Dynamiters’ playoff run comes to a heartbreaking end in the first round For the first time since 2013/14 the Kimberley Dynamiters were eliminated from the first round of the playoffs by the Columbia Valley Rockies, who took the series 4-1 — a shocking result especially considering they’d won the Teck Cup the previous season. MLA Clovechok will not seek another term In February former MLA for Columbia River-Revelstoke formally announced he would not be seeking re-election, citing health challenges and discussions with his family. He served as MLA for the riding since 2017, under the banner of the former BC Liberal Party, which was the re-branded to BC United in 2023. Kimberley Curling Club celebrates 100th birthday The Kimberley Curling Club turned 100 in 2024 and the momentous occasion was celebrated at the historic club on Saturday, Feb. 24 with a ceremony attended by over 100 people. Past president Gord Jenkins provided attendees with an overview of the rich history of curling in Kimberley, including the fact that at one point there was three separate curling clubs in the city, located in Townsite, near Centennial Hall and in Chapman Camp. The current building was built in the early 1960s. MARCH Kimberley Cranbrook men and their children recognized by Lifesaving Society, BC Yukon for saving a drowning 3-year old Kimberley RCMP announced that the Lifesaving Society, BC & Yukon has awarded the Silver Medal of Merit to Nixen Sherratt, Cooper Pearson and Cole Pearson, And the Silver Medal of Bravery as well as the Governor’s Gold Award to Kimberley’s Chris Pearson and Cranbrook’s Jason Sherratt. They received the awards at the 112th Annual Commonwealth Awards for Honour and Rescue on March 9 at the Fairmont Hotel in Vancouver. The award is being presented because of their actions in saving the life of a three-year-old girl who nearly drowned in Wasa Lake the previous July. Dreadnaught at Kimberley Alpine Resort hosts FIS World Criterium Masters The highlight of an incredible season for Dreadnaught Ski Racing was certainly their hosting of the FIS World Criterium Masters , which drew around 250 athletes from 15 different countries for an event that is akin to a world cup for alpine ski racing. Kimberley Underground Mining Railway celebrates 40 years in 2024 The Sullivan Mine and Railway Historical Society held their Annual General Meeting in Kimberley on March 19, with 2024 being a very special year for the railway as it celebrated its 40th anniversary. Kimberley & District Business Excellence Awards handed out The Kimberley and District Chamber of Commerce held its annual Business Excellence Awards on Friday, March 22 at Centre 64, honouring the work done by local businesses and individuals last year in a wide variety of categories. Some changes were made to this year’s event, including the addition of new award categories and the decision to host it at Centre 64. The Business of the Year Award this year went to Kamu Sauna, a relatively new business in Kimberley, who create authentic Finnish-style saunas. APRIL Year end festivities at Kimberley Alpine Resort Following a hugely successful North Star Days the weekend before, Kimberley Alpine Resort hosted the annual Spring Splash and Dummy Downhill on April 6 and 7. Over 200 brave souls signed up to take the spring splash plunge, while crowds gathered to watch Fernie’s Shred Kelly and Kimberley legends The Honeymans perform live. Construction begins on Marysville Business Park week of Apr. 15 Construction began on the Marysville Business Park in April, a project designed to enhance infrastructure and result in enhanced business development opportunities. It was mainly been funded by way of a contribution from the Province’s Regional Economic Diversification and Infrastructure Program, to the tune of $1 million. The Kimberley Land Development Reserve put in the remaining $297,000. Revelstoke Grizzlies win Mowat Cup in overtime against Ridge Meadows Flames Kimberley hosted the Mowat Cup in April, the season end Provincial Junior A Tier 2 championship formerly known as the Cyclone Taylor Cup. The change was made following the BCHL’s departure to independent hockey, resulting in all Junior B teams in BC getting designated Tier 2 Junior A. The Kimberley Dynamiters, as host city, were automatically entered into the tournament and would ultimately coming in last place, with the Revelstoke Grizzlies winning for the second year in a row. KORE gets $448,750 from provincial REDIP grant The Kootenay Outdoor Recreation Enterprise (KORE) received a $488,750 grant from the second intake of the Rural Economic Diversification and Infrastructure Program (REDIP), created by the provincial government’s Ministry of Jobs, Economic Development and Innovation (JEDI). For the next two years they will put this funding towards 15 different projects, that include the development of a Peer-to-Peer network, an awareness campaign at the Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival, creating multiple Makers Market events, their new KORE Outdoors Podcast and much more. MAY City of Kimberley on Stage 2 Water Restrictions as of May 2 Following diminished snowpack levels and a summer that was predicted to be hot and dry, the City of Kimberley made the decision to enter Stage 2 Water restrictions by early May of this year, encouraging residents to use water responsibly very early in the season. Kimberley’s Parks and Facilities Master Plan draft is complete The City’s Parks and Facilities Master Plan was completed in May, the result of over a year of work. The massive document t covers all aspects of recreation facilities in Kimberley, looks at the condition of those facilities and potential costs to maintain, repair and replace. It is a document that will guide Council over the next ten years in terms of planning and prioritizing recreation facilities. RDEK approves 20-site campground at Wycliffe Regional Park The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) announced that a campground has been approved for development in Wycliffe Regional Park. The RDEK said that development of a seasonal campground has been in the works for nearly four years and was dependent upon grant funding, which came through by way of a $518,223 grant from the provincial government’s Rural Economic Diversification and Infrastructure Program’s Economic Development funding stream. Wycliffe is one of the RDEK’s largest regional amenities — a 164-hectare park that features amenities such as hiking and biking trails, horseshoe pits, picnic areas and a disc golf course — rated third best in Canada. Science journalist and CBC Radio host Bob McDonald speaks in Kimberley On Monday, May 13 Kimberley’s McKim Middle School hosted an innovation fair, centred around the themes of Water; Transportation, Building, Food, Nature and Energy, and featured author, science journalist and CBC Radio host Bob McDonald as the keynote speaker. McDonald’s illustrious career spans four decades and includes countless accolades and achievements. In addition to regularly hosting The National, he is the host of CBC Radio’s award-winning science program Quirks & Quarks, which draws a weekly audience of around half a million people. McDonald spoke twice during the day, once in the morning to a group of students and once in the evening, for a combined total of nearly 900 attendees. Moose Hide Campaign event held in Kimberley Kimberley’s third-annual Moose Hide Campaign event was held on May 16 in the Platzl. The campaign itself is an international, grassroots movement to end violence gender-based violence that began over a decade ago. This was the third time Sam McCurdie has helped facilitate one of these events in Kimberley and this year for the first time, the organizing team also held one in Cranbrook on the same day. Award-winning international chef Ryan Cain takes helm of historic Old Bauernhaus Restaurant In October of 2023 Nils and Michelle Fuhge announced that after 23 years, they would be retiring from running the historic Old Bauernhaus restaurant. In May it was announced that award-winning chef Ryan Cain would be taking over. JUNE Ceilidh on the Mountain at Kimberley Alpine Resort Kimberley Alpine Resort and the Kimberley Pipe Band hosted Ceilidh on the Mountain in June, a stunningly beautiful day of music and highland dance atop Northstar Mountain. The event was already incredibly memorable, but it was made infinitely more special due to a surprise ceremony to honour Liela Cooper, who this year celebrates 50 years with the Pipe Band and 52 years of Highland Dance.

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With Week 13 of the 2024 college football season in the books, it’s time to project how the new 12-team playoff will look by December. After 13 weeks of the season, projections and predictions on how the bracket could look in December have changed significantly from August. Additionally, with several big-time matchups still to come in November and conference championships in December, expect this projection to change many times before the final version is unveiled on Dec. 8. After another Saturday of high-profile games and a few upsets, the projected playoff field looks different than last week's edition. Oregon remains No. 1, and Georgia moves to the No. 2 spot as the projected SEC champion after clinching a spot in Atlanta on Saturday. Miami and Boise State round out the highest-rated projected conference champions, with Arizona State now in control of the fifth guaranteed spot as the top team in the Big 12. Ohio State, Texas, Penn State, Notre Dame, Indiana, Tennessee, and SMU rank as the top at-large selections. Alabama, Ole Miss, South Carolina, Texas A&M, and Clemson are the first teams out of the projected 12-team field this week. With one full week of action and conference championship games still to come, these predictions and projections will look significantly different by next Sunday. Week 13 features several games that will shape this projection next week, including Michigan-Ohio State, Texas-Texas A&M, Auburn-Alabama, Notre Dame-USC, and Tennessee-Vanderbilt. Although the season is 13 weeks old, the impact of every game isn't limited to just the top four. Instead, each contest takes on an increased role due to eight additional spots in the playoff, as well as seeding, and the automatic bids for conference champions. As a refresher: 12 teams — the five highest-rated conference champions and seven highest-ranked at-large selections by the selection committee — will receive berths to the College Football Playoff. The top four teams receive a bye, with the first-round games slated to be played at the home sites of the higher seed. Beginning with the quarterfinals, all games through the national championship will be played at bowl or neutral sites. Related: College Football Bowl Projections for 2024 With Week 13 completed, Athlon Sports projects the CFP field for 2024: College Football Playoff 12-Team Preseason Projections for 2024 The Projected Field for 2024-25 Ranking All 134 College Football Teams for 2024 1. Oregon (Projected Big Ten Champion) 2. Georgia (Projected SEC Champion) 3. Miami (Projected ACC Champion) 4. Boise State (Projected MW Champion) 5. Ohio State 6. Texas 7. Penn State 8. Notre Dame 9. Indiana 10. Tennessee 11. SMU 12. Arizona State (Projected Big 12 Champion) Bubble Watch After Week 13 Alabama (8-3) Ole Miss (8-3) South Carolina (8-3) Texas A&M (8-3) BYU (9-2) Clemson (9-2) Iowa State (9-2) Tulane (9-2) G5 Playoff Contenders Projected Conference Champions: Tulane, Boise State, Jacksonville State, Louisiana, and Miami (Ohio) Other G5 Teams in the Mix: Army, Sam Houston, Western Kentucky, Liberty, James Madison, Georgia Southern, Marshall, Arkansas State, South Alabama, Bowling Green, Ohio, and UNLV. College Football Playoff First Round First-round games will be placed on campus sites of highest seed. Matchups will take place from Dec. 20-21. No. 5 Ohio State vs. No. 12 Arizona State No. 6 Texas vs. No. 11 SMU No. 7 Penn State vs. No. 10 Tennessee No. 8 Notre Dame vs. No. 9 Indiana Related: Ranking All 134 College Football Teams for 2024 College Football Playoff Quarterfinals Second-round games will be played at bowl sites and will take place from Dec. 31-Jan. 1. Fiesta Bowl (Dec. 31) Projection: No. 4 Boise State vs. No. 5 Ohio State Peach Bowl (Jan. 1) Projection: No. 3 Miami vs. No. 6 Texas Rose Bowl (Jan. 1) Projection: No. 1 Oregon vs. No. 8 Notre Dame Sugar Bowl (Jan. 1) Projection: No. 2 Georgia vs. No. 10 No. 7 Penn State College Football Playoff Semifinals Semifinal games will be played at bowl sites. Matchups are scheduled for Jan. 9-10. Orange Bowl (Jan. 9) Projection: No. 2 Georgia vs. No. 6 Texas Cotton Bowl (Jan. 10) Projection: No. 1 Oregon vs. No. 5 Ohio State National Championship Jan. 20, 2025 in Atlanta, Ga. Projection: No. 1 Oregon vs. No. 2 Georgia Steven Lassan is the senior college football writer and editor for AthlonSports.com . Follow him on Twitter , Instagram , and Facebook . Related: College Football Bowl Projections for 2024-25 Related: College Football Rankings: Athlon Sports Top 25 (After Week 13) Related: College Football AP Top 25 Poll Predictions After Week 13: Indiana, Army Unbeaten No More

Vancouver stabbing leaves 'multiple' injured in city's downtown READ MORE: One person killed after mass stabbing at Vancouver library in 2021 By LAURA PARNABY FOR DAILYMAIL.COM Published: 20:53, 4 December 2024 | Updated: 22:18, 4 December 2024 e-mail 55 shares 55 View comments Multiple people have been hurt in a stabbing rampage in Vancouver. It remains unclear how many victims there are, or who is responsible. The knifeman was shot dead by police inside a store. Vancouver Police said officers were responding to a 'violent incident' near Robson Street and Hamilton Street in the city's downtown just after 3pm on Wednesday. 'A number of people have been stabbed, and the suspect has been shot by police. We’ll provide more info when it’s available,' the department said on X. The grisly attack unfolded close to the Vancouver Public Library in an area usually bustling with residents and tourists. Footage posted on social media showed first responders rushing into a 7-Eleven store across the road from the library. Multiple people have been hurt in a Vancouver stabbing. Police shot the knifeman dead. (Pictured: police aiming their guns over the counter of a convenience store during the incident) Footage posted on social media showed first responders rushing into a 7-Eleven store A video seen by The Canadian Press shows police aiming their guns over the counter of a convenience store and firing at least 10 times. Police can be heard on the video yelling 'move over' as several cops aimed their guns at a target, per the outlet. Student Mainul Islam, who can be seen in the video, told the newspaper police stopped him from entering the store before he witnessed them shoot a man he described as ' homeless '. Disturbing video also showed a firefighter performing CPR on a victim while other first responders carried them away on a stretcher. They were then bundled into an ambulance surrounded by police cruisers. Vancouver Police are responding to a violent incident near Robson and Hamilton. A number of people have been stabbed, and the suspect has been shot by police. We’ll provide more info when it’s available. pic.twitter.com/9qSn12Y4kl — Vancouver Police (@VancouverPD) December 4, 2024 Footage posted on social media showed first responders rushing into a 7-Eleven store Disturbing video also showed a firefighter performing CPR on a victim while other first responders carried them away on a stretcher Police have cordoned off the crossroads and a heavy emergency service presence remains on scene. The knifeman is yet to be identified and police have not disclosed a suspected motive. This is a developing news story with updates to follow. Share or comment on this article: Vancouver stabbing leaves 'multiple' injured in city's downtown e-mail 55 shares Add comment