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online casino slots real money no deposit Ukraine must be in strong position for negotiations, Starmer to sayNew Delhi, Dec 26 (PTI) In 2012, the then prime minister Manmohan Singh underwent operations for multiple coronary bypasses and never quite recovered physically as it slowed him down and this showed up in governance, veteran Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar says in his latest book. He says that Pranab Mukherjee should have been given the reins of the UPA-II government and Singh elevated to President when the office of Rashtrapati presented an opening in 2012. Aiyar's insight into the period post 2012 comes into spotlight as Singh, who was the country's prime minister from 2004-14, passed away at AIIMS here. The 83-year-old Aiyar states in the book that if this step had been taken, the UPA would not have gone into a "paralysis of governance". He says the decision to retain Singh as the prime minister and shift Mukherjee to the Rashtrapati Bhawan "doomed" any prospects the Congress might have had to form UPA-III. Aiyar puts forward these ideas in his forthcoming book "A Maverick in Politics" published by Juggernaut. In the book, Aiyar talks about his early days in politics, navigating through the Narasimha Rao years, his time as a minister in UPA I, his Rajya Sabha term and then his "decline...fade out...fall". "In 2012, the prime minister (Manmohan Singh) underwent operations for multiple coronary bypasses. He never quite recovered physically. It slowed him down and this showed up in governance. As for the party, there was no official announcement about the Congress president's health when she took ill at about the same time as the PM," Aiyar says. It soon became clear that in both the offices --“ the PM's and the party president's -- there was stasis, a distinct absence of governance, while several crises, particularly Anna Hazare's 'India Against Corruption' movement, were either not handled effectively or not handled at all, says the diplomat-turned-politician. "The choice of Rashtrapati: Manmohan Singh or Pranab Mukherjee. Personally, I was of the view that Pranab Mukherjee should have been given the reins of the government and Dr Manmohan Singh elevated to President of India when the office of Rashtrapati presented an opening in 2012," he says. "This was principally because we needed a very active PM in good health and with the energy to lead the government (Pranab Da) and a person of high distinction who had served his country exceptionally well (Dr Singh) to preside over the nation. Pranab's memoirs indicate that this was in fact contemplated," Aiyar points out. He quotes Mukherjee as saying in his memoir that while Sonia Gandhi was 'on holiday in the Kausambi hills', she had given the 'vague impression' that she was considering making Singh the 'presidential nominee'. "This led Pranab to wonder 'if she selected Singh for the presidential office, she may choose me as the prime minister'. For reasons to which neither I, nor it seems anyone else, was made privy, the decision was taken to retain Dr Manmohan Singh as PM and shift Pranab Mukherjee upstairs as Rashtrapati," says Aiyar. That, in my view, doomed any prospects the Congress might have had to form UPA-III, he adds. While the Indian media slammed the government, Time magazine ran a very damaging cover story that described Singh as a 'Do Nothing' Prime Minister, he recalls in the book. Aiyar argues that Mukherjee's left-wing reputation would have disturbed the business community and the Americans if he were made PM, but there was no one more experienced than him. "I hazard the view that if this obvious step had been taken, we would not have gone into a paralysis of governance and thus opened the door to the worst excesses of Hindutva in the general elections of 2014," he says. In the book, Aiyar also recounts his own most telling memory of the "meltdown of UPA II" was when he returned home one evening he found his wife, Suneet, sitting before the TV set with a shattered look on her face. "When I inquired what the matter was, she raised her stricken face and exclaimed, 'No scams today!' We, therefore, went into the 2014 general elections very much a runner up. In the event, the election exposed the Indian National Congress as a broken reed that fell from 404 seats in 1984 to 44 seats in 2014," Aiyar says. (This story has not been edited by THE WEEK and is auto-generated from PTI)NEW YORK — Greg Gumbel, a longtime CBS sportscaster, died from cancer, according to a statement from family released by CBS on Friday. He was 78. "He leaves behind a legacy of love, inspiration and dedication to over 50 extraordinary years in the sports broadcast industry; and his iconic voice will never be forgotten," his wife, Marcy Gumbel, and daughter Michelle Gumbel said in a statement. In March, Gumbel missed his first NCAA Tournament since 1997 because of what he said at the time were family health issues. Greg Gumbel, left, watches April 3, 2011, as then-Connecticut head coach Jim Calhoun talks to Butler head coach Brad Stevens, right, prior to taping a television interview for the men's NCAA Final Four college basketball championship game in Houston. Gumbel was the studio host for CBS since returning to the network from NBC in 1998. He signed an extension with CBS last year that allowed him to continue hosting college basketball while stepping back from NFL announcing duties. In 2001, he announced Super Bowl XXXV for CBS, becoming the first Black announcer in the U.S. to call play-by-play of a major sports championship. David Berson, president and CEO of CBS Sports, described Greg Gumbel as breaking barriers and setting standards for others during his years as a voice for fans in sports, including in the NFL and March Madness. "A tremendous broadcaster and gifted storyteller, Greg led one of the most remarkable and groundbreaking sports broadcasting careers of all time," said Berson. Gumbel had two stints at CBS, leaving the network for NBC when it lost football in 1994 and returning when it regained the contract in 1998. He hosted CBS' coverage of the 1992 and 1994 Winter Olympics and called Major League Baseball games during its four-year run broadcasting the national pastime. But it was football and basketball where he was best known and made his biggest impact. Gumbel hosted CBS' NFL studio show, "The NFL Today" from 1990 to 1993 and again in 2004. 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Lawson Jr., an apostle of nonviolent protest who schooled activists to withstand brutal reactions from white authorities as the Civil Rights Movement gained traction, has died, his family said Monday. He was 95. His family said Lawson died on Sunday after a short illness in Los Angeles, where he spent decades working as a pastor, labor movement organizer and university professor. Lawson was a close adviser to the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., who called him “the leading theorist and strategist of nonviolence in the world.” Lawson met King in 1957, after spending three years in India soaking up knowledge about Mohandas K. Gandhi’s independence movement. King would travel to India himself two years later, but at the time, he had only read about Gandhi in books. Basketball Hall of Fame inductee Jerry West, representing the 1960 USA Olympic Team, is seen Aug. 13, 2010, during the enshrinement news conference at the Hall of Fame Museum in Springfield, Mass. Jerry West, who was selected to the Basketball Hall of Fame three times in a storied career as a player and executive, and whose silhouette is considered to be the basis of the NBA logo, died June 12, the Los Angeles Clippers announced. He was 86. West, nicknamed “Mr. Clutch” for his late-game exploits as a player, was an NBA champion who went into the Hall of Fame as a player in 1980 and again as a member of the gold medal-winning 1960 U.S. Olympic Team in 2010. He will be enshrined for a third time later this year as a contributor, and NBA Commissioner Adam Silver called West “one of the greatest executives in sports history.” Actor and director Ron Simons, seen Jan. 23, 2011, during the 2011 Sundance Film Festival, died June 12. Simons turned into a formidable screen and stage producer, winning four Tony Awards and having several films selected at the Sundance Film Festival. He won Tonys for producing “Porgy and Bess,” “A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder,” “Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike,” and “Jitney.” He also co-produced “Hughie,” with Forest Whitaker, “The Gin Game,” starring Cicely Tyson and James Earl Jones, “Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations,” an all-Black production of “A Streetcar Named Desire,” the revival of "for colored girls who have considered suicide/when the rainbow is enuf" and the original work “Thoughts of a Colored Man.” He was in the films “27 Dresses” and “Mystery Team,” as well as on the small screen in “The Resident,” “Law & Order,” “Law & Order: Criminal Intent” and “Law & Order: SVU.” Bob Schul of West Milton, Ohio, hits the tape Oct. 18, 1964, to win the 5,000 meter run at the Olympic Games in Tokyo. Schul, the only American distance runner to win the 5,000 meters at the Olympics, died June 16. He was 86. His death was announced by Miami University in Ohio , where Schul shined on the track and was inducted into the school’s hall of fame in 1973. Schul predicted gold leading into the 1964 Tokyo Olympics and followed through with his promise. On a rainy day in Japan, he finished the final lap in a blistering 54.8 seconds to sprint to the win. His white shorts were covered in mud at the finish. He was inducted into the USA Track and Field Hall of Fame in 1991. He also helped write a book called “In the Long Run.” San Francisco Giants superstar Willie Mays poses for a photo during baseball spring training in 1972. Mays, the electrifying “Say Hey Kid” whose singular combination of talent, drive and exuberance made him one of baseball’s greatest and most beloved players, died June 18. He was 93. The center fielder, who began his professional career in the Negro Leagues in 1948, had been baseball’s oldest living Hall of Famer. He was voted into the Hall in 1979, his first year of eligibility, and in 1999 followed only Babe Ruth on The Sporting News’ list of the game’s top stars. The Giants retired his uniform number, 24, and set their AT&T Park in San Francisco on Willie Mays Plaza. Mays died two days before a game between the Giants and St. Louis Cardinals to honor the Negro Leagues at Rickwood Field in Birmingham , Alabama. Over 23 major league seasons, virtually all with the New York/San Francisco Giants but also including one in the Negro Leagues, Mays batted .301, hit 660 home runs, totaled 3,293 hits, scored more than 2,000 runs and won 12 Gold Gloves. He was Rookie of the Year in 1951, twice was named the Most Valuable Player and finished in the top 10 for the MVP 10 other times. His lightning sprint and over-the-shoulder grab of an apparent extra base hit in the 1954 World Series remains the most celebrated defensive play in baseball history. For millions in the 1950s and ’60s and after, the smiling ballplayer with the friendly, high-pitched voice was a signature athlete and showman during an era when baseball was still the signature pastime. Awarded the Medal of Freedom by President Barack Obama in 2015, Mays left his fans with countless memories. But a single feat served to capture his magic — one so untoppable it was simply called “The Catch.” Actor Donald Sutherland appears Oct. 13, 2017, at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in Beverly Hills, Calif. Sutherland, the Canadian actor whose wry, arrestingly off-kilter screen presence spanned more than half a century of films from “M.A.S.H.” to “The Hunger Games,” died June 20. He was 88. Kiefer Sutherland said on X he believed his father was one of the most important actors in the history of film: “Never daunted by a role, good, bad or ugly. 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Cobbs, the veteran character actor who became a ubiquitous and sage screen presence as an older man, died June 25. He was 90. A Cleveland native, Cobbs acted in such films as “The Hudsucker Proxy,” “The Bodyguard” and “Night at the Museum.” He made his first big-screen appearance in a fleeting role in 1974's “The Taking of Pelham One Two Three." He became a lifelong actor with some 200 film and TV credits. The lion share of those came in his 50s, 60s, and 70s, as filmmakers and TV producers turned to him again and again to imbue small but pivotal parts with a wizened and worn soulfulness. Cobbs appeared on television shows including “The Sopranos," “The West Wing,” “Sesame Street” and “Good Times.” He was Whitney Houston's manager in “The Bodyguard” (1992), the mystical clock man of the Coen brothers' “The Hudsucker Proxy” (1994) and the doctor of John Sayles' “Sunshine State” (2002). He played the coach in “Air Bud” (1997), the security guard in “Night at the Museum” (2006) and the father on “The Gregory Hines Show." Cobbs rarely got the kinds of major parts that stand out and win awards. Instead, Cobbs was a familiar and memorable everyman who left an impression on audiences, regardless of screen time. He won a Daytime Emmy Award for outstanding limited performance in a daytime program for the series “Dino Dana” in 2020. Independent gubernatorial candidate Kinky Friedman speaks with the media Nov. 7, 2009, at his campaign headquarters in Austin, Texas. The singer, songwriter, satirist and novelist, who led the alt-country band Texas Jewboys, toured with Bob Dylan, sang with Willie Nelson, and dabbled in politics with campaigns for Texas governor and other statewide offices, died June 27. He was 79 and had suffered from Parkinson's disease. Often called “The Kinkster" and sporting sideburns, a thick mustache and cowboy hat, Friedman earned a cult following and reputation as a provocateur throughout his career across musical and literary genres. In the 1970s, his satirical country band Kinky Friedman and the Texas Jewboys wrote songs with titles such as “They Ain't Makin' Jews Like Jesus Anymore” and “Get Your Biscuits in the Oven and Your Buns in Bed.” Friedman joined part of Bob Dylan's Rolling Thunder Revue tour in 1976. By the 1980s, Friedman was writing crime novels that often included a version of himself, and he wrote a column for Texas Monthly magazine in the 2000s. Friedman's run at politics brought his brand of irreverence to the serious world of public policy. In 2006, Friedman ran for governor as an independent in a five-way race that included incumbent Republican Rick Perry. Friedman launched his campaign against the backdrop of the Alamo. Martin Mull participates in "The Cool Kids" panel during the Fox Television Critics Association Summer Press Tour on Aug. 2, 2018, at The Beverly Hilton hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif. Mull, whose droll, esoteric comedy and acting made him a hip sensation in the 1970s and later a beloved guest star on sitcoms including “Roseanne” and “Arrested Development,” died June 28. He was 80. Mull, who was also a guitarist and painter, came to national fame with a recurring role on the Norman Lear-created satirical soap opera “Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman,” and the starring role in its spinoff, “Fernwood Tonight." His first foray into show business was as a songwriter, penning the 1970 semi-hit “A Girl Named Johnny Cash” for singer Jane Morgan. He would combine music and comedy in an act that he brought to hip Hollywood clubs in the 1970s. Mull often played slightly sleazy, somewhat slimy and often smarmy characters as he did as Teri Garr's boss and Michael Keaton's foe in 1983's “Mr. Mom.” He played Colonel Mustard in the 1985 movie adaptation of the board game “Clue,” which, like many things Mull appeared in, has become a cult classic. The 1980s also brought what many thought was his best work, “A History of White People in America,” a mockumentary that first aired on Cinemax. Mull co-created the show and starred as a “60 Minutes” style investigative reporter investigating all things milquetoast and mundane. Willard was again a co-star. In the 1990s he was best known for his recurring role on several seasons on “Roseanne,” in which he played a warmer, less sleazy boss to the title character, an openly gay man whose partner was played by Willard, who died in 2020 . 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The International Tennis Hall of Fame announced Seixas’ death on Saturday July 6, 2024, based on confirmation from his daughter Tori. In this June 30, 2020, file photo, Sen. James Inhofe, R-Okla., speaks to reporters following a GOP policy meeting on Capitol Hill in Washington. Former Sen. Jim Inhofe of Oklahoma died July 9. He was 89. The family says in a statement that the Republican had a stroke during the July Fourth holiday and died Tuesday morning. Inhofe was a powerful fixture in state politics for decades. He doubted that climate change was caused by human activity, calling the theory “the greatest hoax ever perpetrated on the American people.” As Oklahoma’s senior U.S. senator, he was a staunch supporter of the state’s military installations. He was elected to a fifth Senate term in 2020 and stepped down in early 2023. The Oak Ridge Boys, from left, Joe Bonsall, Richard Sterban, Duane Allen and William Lee Golden hold their awards for Top Vocal Group and Best Album of the Year for "Ya'll Come Back Saloon", during the 14th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Los Angeles, Calif., May 3, 1979. Bonsall died on July 9, 2024, from complications of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis in Hendersonville, Tenn. He was 76. A Philadelphia native and resident of Hendersonville, Tennessee, Bonsall joined the Oak Ridge Boys in 1973, which originally formed in the 1940s. He saw the band through its golden period in the '80s and beyond, which included their signature 1981 song “Elvira.” The hit marked a massive crossover moment for the group, reaching No. 1 on the country chart and No. 5 on Billboard’s all-genre Hot 100. The group is also known for such hits as 1982’s “Bobbie Sue." Shelley Duvall poses for photographers at the 30th Cannes Film Festival in France, May 27, 1977. 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Simmons was a former 268-pound teen who shared his hard-won weight loss tips as the host of the Emmy-winning daytime “Richard Simmons Show" and the “Sweatin' to the Oldies” line of exercise videos, which became a cultural phenomenon. Former NFL receiver Jacoby Jones died July 14 at age 40. Jones' 108-yard kickoff return in 2013 remains the longest touchdown in Super Bowl history. The Houston Texans were Jones’ team for the first five seasons of his career. They announced his death on Sunday. In a statement released by the NFL Players Association, his family said he died at his home in New Orleans. A cause of death was not given. Jones played from 2007-15 for the Texans, Baltimore Ravens, San Diego Chargers and Pittsburgh Steelers. He made several huge plays for the Ravens during their most recent Super Bowl title season, including that kick return. The "Beverly Hills, 90210" star whose life and career were roiled by tabloid stories, Shannen Doherty died July 13 at 53. Doherty's publicist said the actor died Saturday following years with breast cancer. Catapulted to fame as Brenda in “Beverly Hills, 90210,” she worked in big-screen films including "Mallrats" and "Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back" and in TV movies including "A Burning Passion: The Margaret Mitchell Story," in which she played the "Gone with the Wind" author. Doherty co-starred with Holly Marie Combs and Alyssa Milano in the series “Charmed” from 1998-2001; appeared in the “90210” sequel series seven years later and competed on “Dancing with the Stars” in 2010. Actor James Sikking poses for a photograph at the Los Angeles gala celebrating the 20th anniversary of the National Organization for Women, Dec. 1, 1986. Sikking, who starred as a hardened police lieutenant on “Hill Street Blues” and as the titular character's kindhearted dad on “Doogie Howser, M.D.,” died July 13 of complications from dementia, his publicist Cynthia Snyder said in a statement. He was 90. Pat Williams chats with media before the 2004 NBA draft in Orlando, Fla. Williams, a co-founder of the Orlando Magic and someone who spent more than a half-century working within the NBA, died July 17 from complications related to viral pneumonia. The team announced the death Wednesday. Williams was 84. He started his NBA career as business manager of the Philadelphia 76ers in 1968, then had stints as general manager of the Chicago Bulls, the Atlanta Hawks and the 76ers — helping that franchise win a title in 1983. Williams was later involved in starting the process of bringing an NBA team to Orlando. The league’s board of governors granted an expansion franchise in 1987, and the team began play in 1989. Lou Dobbs speaks Feb. 24, 2017, at the Conservative Political Action Conference in Oxon Hill, Md. Dobbs, the conservative political pundit and veteran cable TV host who was a founding anchor for CNN and later was a nightly presence on Fox Business Network for more than a decade, died July 18. He was 78. His death was announced in a post on his official X account, which called him a “fighter till the very end – fighting for what mattered to him the most, God, his family and the country.” He hosted “Lou Dobbs Tonight” on Fox from 2011 to 2021, following two separate stints at CNN. No cause of death was given. Bob Newhart, center, poses with members of the cast and crew of the "Bob Newhart Show," from top left, Marcia Wallace, Bill Daily, Jack Riley, and, Suzanne Pleshette, foreground left, and Dick Martin at TV Land's 35th anniversary tribute to "The Bob Newhart Show" on Sept. 5, 2007, in Beverly Hills, Calif. Newhart has died at age 94. Jerry Digney, Newhart’s publicist, says the actor died July 18 in Los Angeles after a series of short illnesses. 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Jack Russell, the lead singer of the bluesy '80s metal band Great White whose hits included “Once Bitten Twice Shy” and “Rock Me” and was fronting his band the night 100 people died in a 2003 nightclub fire in Rhode Island, died Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2024. He was 63. Juan “Chi Chi” Rodriguez, a Hall of Fame golfer whose antics on the greens and inspiring life story made him among the sport’s most popular players during a long professional career, died Thursday, Aug. 8, 2024. Susan Wojcicki, the former YouTube chief executive officer and longtime Google executive, died Friday, Aug. 9, 2024, after suffering with non small cell lung cancer for the past two years. She was 56. Frank Selvy, an All-America guard at Furman who scored an NCAA Division I-record 100 points in a game and later played nine NBA seasons, died Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2024. He was 91. 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Phil Donahue, whose pioneering daytime talk show launched an indelible television genre that brought success to Oprah Winfrey, Montel Williams, Ellen DeGeneres and many others, died Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024, after a long illness. He was 88. Al Attles, a Hall of Famer who coached the 1975 NBA champion Warriors and spent more than six decades with the organization as a player, general manager and most recently team ambassador, died Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024. He was 87. John Amos, who starred as the family patriarch on the hit 1970s sitcom “Good Times” and earned an Emmy nomination for his role in the seminal 1977 miniseries “Roots,” died Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024. He was 84. James Darren, a teen idol who helped ignite the 1960s surfing craze as a charismatic beach boy paired off with Sandra Dee in the hit film “Gidget,” died Monday, Sept. 2, 2024. He was 88. James Earl Jones, who overcame racial prejudice and a severe stutter to become a celebrated icon of stage and screen has died. He was 93. His agent, Barry McPherson, confirmed Jones died Sept. 9 at home. Jones was a pioneering actor who eventually lent his deep, commanding voice to CNN, “The Lion King” and Darth Vader. Working deep into his 80s, he won two Emmys, a Golden Globe, two Tony Awards, a Grammy, the National Medal of Arts, the Kennedy Center Honors and was given an honorary Oscar and a special Tony for lifetime achievement. In 2022, a Broadway theater was renamed in his honor. Frankie Beverly, who with his band Maze inspired generations of fans with his smooth, soulful voice and lasting anthems including “Before I Let Go,” has died. He was 77. His family said in a post on the band’s website and social media accounts that Beverly died Sept. 10. In the post, which asked for privacy, the family said “he lived his life with a pure soul, as one would say, and for us, no one did it better.” The post did not say his cause of death or where he died. Beverly, whose songs include “Joy and Pain,” “Love is the Key,” and “Southern Girl,” finished his farewell “I Wanna Thank You Tour” in his hometown of Philadelphia in July. Joe Schmidt, the Hall of Fame linebacker who helped the Detroit Lions win NFL championships in 1953 and 1957 and later coached the team, has died. He was 92. The Lions said family informed the team Schmidt died Sept. 11. A cause of death was not provided. One of pro football’s first great middle linebackers, Schmidt played his entire NFL career with the Lions from 1953-65. An eight-time All-Pro, he was enshrined into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1973 and the college football version in 2000. Born in Pittsburgh, Schmidt played college football in his hometown at Pitt. Chad McQueen, an actor known for his performances in the “Karate Kid” movies and the son of the late actor and racer Steve McQueen, died Sep. 11. His lawyer confirmed his death at age 63. McQueen's family shared a statement on social media saying he lived a life “filled with love and dedication.” McQueen was a professional race car driver, like his father, and competed in the famed 24 Hours of Le Mans and the 24 Hours of Daytona races. He is survived by his wife Jeanie and three children, Chase, Madison and Steven, who is an actor best known for “The Vampire Diaries.” Tito Jackson, one of the brothers who made up the beloved pop group the Jackson 5, died at age 70 on Sept. 15. Jackson was the third of nine children, including global superstars Michael and Janet. The Jackson 5 included brothers Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, Marlon and Michael. They signed with Berry Gordy’s Motown empire in the 1960s. The group was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1997 and produced several No. 1 hits in the 1970s, including “ABC,” “I Want You Back” and “I’ll Be There.” John David “JD” Souther has died. He was a prolific songwriter and musician whose collaborations with the Eagles and Linda Ronstadt helped shape the country-rock sound that took root in Southern California in the 1970s. Souther joined in on some of the Eagles’ biggest hits, such as “Best of My Love,” “New Kid in Town,” and “Heartache Tonight." The Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee also collaborated with James Taylor, Bob Seger, Bonnie Raitt and many more. His biggest hit as a solo artist was “You’re Only Lonely.” He was about to tour with Karla Bonoff. Souther died Sept. 17 at his home in New Mexico, at 78. In this photo, JD Souther and Alison Krauss attend the Songwriters Hall of Fame 44th annual induction and awards gala on Thursday, June 13, 2013 in New York. Sen. Dan Evans stands with his three sons, from left, Mark, Bruce and Dan Jr., after he won the election for Washington's senate seat in Seattle, Nov. 8, 1983. Evans, a former Washington state governor and a U.S. Senator, died Sept. 20. The popular Republican was 98. He served as governor from 1965 to 1977, and he was the keynote speaker at the 1968 National Republican Convention. In 1983, Evans was appointed to served out the term of Democratic Sen. Henry “Scoop” Jackson after he died in office. Evans opted not to stand for election in 1988, citing the “tediousness" of the Senate. He later served as a regent at the University of Washington, where the Daniel J. Evans School of Public Policy and Governance bears his name. Eugene “Mercury” Morris, who starred for the unbeaten 1972 Miami Dolphins as part of a star-studded backfield and helped the team win two Super Bowl titles, died Sept. 21. He was 77. The team on Sunday confirmed the death of Morris, a three-time Pro Bowl selection. In a statement, his family said his “talent and passion left an indelible mark on the sport.” Morris was the starting halfback and one of three go-to runners that Dolphins coach Don Shula utilized in Miami’s back-to-back title seasons of 1972 and 1973, alongside Pro Football Hall of Famer Larry Csonka and Jim Kiick. Morris led the Dolphins in rushing touchdowns in both of those seasons. John Ashton, the veteran character actor who memorably played the gruff but lovable police detective John Taggart in the “Beverly Hills Cop” films, died Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024. He was 76. Maggie Smith, who won an Oscar for 1969 film “The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie” and won new fans in the 21st century as the dowager Countess of Grantham in “Downton Abbey” and Professor Minerva McGonagall in the Harry Potter films, died Sept. 27 at 89. Smith's publicist announced the news Friday. She was frequently rated the preeminent British female performer of a generation that included Vanessa Redgrave and Judi Dench. “Jean Brodie” brought her the Academy Award for best actress in 1969. Smith added a supporting actress Oscar for “California Suite” in 1978. Kris Kristofferson, a Rhodes scholar with a deft writing style and rough charisma who became a country music superstar and an A-list Hollywood actor, died Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024. He was 88. Drake Hogestyn, the “Days of Our Lives” star who appeared on the show for 38 years, died Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024. He was 70. Ron Ely, the tall, musclebound actor who played the title character in the 1960s NBC series “Tarzan,” died Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, at age 86. Dikembe Mutombo, a Basketball Hall of Famer who was one of the best defensive players in NBA history and a longtime global ambassador for the game, died Monday, Sept. 30, 2024, from brain cancer, the league announced. He was 58. Frank Fritz, left, part of a two-man team who drove around the U.S. looking for antiques and collectibles to buy and resell on the reality show “American Pickers,” died Monday, Sept. 30, 2024. He was 60. He's shown here with co-host Mike Wolfe at the A+E Networks 2015 Upfront in New York on April 30, 2015. Pete Rose, baseball’s career hits leader and fallen idol who undermined his historic achievements and Hall of Fame dreams by gambling on the game he loved and once embodied, died Monday, Sept. 30, 2024. He was 83. Cissy Houston, the mother of Whitney Houston and a two-time Grammy winner who performed alongside superstar musicians like Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin, died Monday, Oct. 7, 2024, in her New Jersey home. She was 91. Ethel Kennedy, the wife of Sen. Robert F. Kennedy, who raised their 11 children after he was assassinated and remained dedicated to social causes and the family’s legacy for decades thereafter, died on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, her family said. She was 96. Former One Direction singer Liam Payne, 31, whose chart-topping British boy band generated a global following of swooning fans, was found dead Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024, after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, local officials said. He was 31. Mitzi Gaynor, among the last survivors of the so-called golden age of the Hollywood musical, died of natural causes in Los Angeles on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024. She was 93. Fernando Valenzuela, the Mexican-born phenom for the Los Angeles Dodgers who inspired “Fernandomania” while winning the NL Cy Young Award and Rookie of the Year in 1981, died Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024. He was 63. Jack Jones, a Grammy-winning crooner known for “The Love Boat” television show theme song, died, Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024. He was 86. Phil Lesh, a founding member of the Grateful Dead, died Friday, Oct. 25, 2024, at age 84. Teri Garr, the quirky comedy actor who rose from background dancer in Elvis Presley movies to co-star of such favorites as "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie," died Tuesday, Oct 29, 2024. She was 79. Quincy Jones, the multitalented music titan whose vast legacy ranged from producing Michael Jackson’s historic “Thriller” album to writing prize-winning film and television scores and collaborating with Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles and hundreds of other recording artists, died Sunday, Nov 3, 2024. He was 91 Bobby Allison, founder of racing’s “Alabama Gang” and a NASCAR Hall of Famer, died Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024. He was 86. Song Jae-lim, a South Korean actor known for his roles in K-dramas “Moon Embracing the Sun” and “Queen Woo,” was found dead at his home in capital Seoul, Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024. He was 39. British actor Timothy West, who played the classic Shakespeare roles of King Lear and Macbeth and who in recent years along with his wife, Prunella Scales, enchanted millions of people with their boating exploits on Britain's waterways, died Tuesday, Nov 12, 2024. He was 90. Bela Karolyi, the charismatic if polarizing gymnastics coach who turned young women into champions and the United States into an international power in the sport, died Friday, Nov. 15, 2024. He was 82. Arthur Frommer, whose "Europe on 5 Dollars a Day" guidebooks revolutionized leisure travel by convincing average Americans to take budget vacations abroad, died Monday, Nov. 18, 2024. He was 95. Former Chicago Bulls forward Bob Love, a three-time All-Star who spent 11 years in the NBA, died Monday, Nov. 18, 2024. He was 81. Chuck Woolery, the affable, smooth-talking game show host of “Wheel of Fortune,” “Love Connection” and “Scrabble” who later became a right-wing podcaster, skewering liberals and accusing the government of lying about COVID-19, died Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024. He was 83. Barbara Taylor Bradford, a British journalist who became a publishing sensation in her 40s with the saga "A Woman of Substance" and wrote more than a dozen other novels that sold tens of millions of copies, died Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. She was 91. Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson, the brash speedster who shattered stolen base records and redefined baseball's leadoff position, died Friday, Dec. 20, 2024. He was 65. Sign up to get the most recent local obituaries delivered to your inbox.

Haveri : A fundamental contrast exists between the authentic Congress of Mahatma Gandhi's era and the present-day Congress. The current Congress leadership's actions deviate from Gandhian principles , observed former chief minister and MP Basavaraj Bommai . During his media interaction in Haveri on Thursday, he highlighted the deteriorating state of governance. He pointed out widespread corruption across departments and corporations, including the misappropriation of funds meant for disadvantaged communities. These actions contradict Gandhi's vision of Swaraj. "The use of govt funds for Congress sessions, how is it justified? Under what law is it allowed? How appropriate is it to use govt funds for political conventions? Using Gandhi's name and banner for a fake Congress session is unacceptable," he stated. Addressing the egg-throwing incident involving MLA Munirathna, the former CM criticised the govt's authoritarian approach towards opposition parties. He noted that while many such undemocratic incidents occur, not all receive attention. He accused the govt of transforming police stations into negotiation centres, while the home minister remains unaware and the chief minister provides ambiguous responses. Although allegations exist against Munirathna, which he is addressing legally, the former CM questioned the appropriateness of such attacks and their impact on public representatives' ability to work. Responding to Congress leaders' allegations about Munirathna staging the incident, the MP questioned the logic behind someone deliberately orchestrating their own humiliation. Regarding minister Laxmi Hebbalkar's challenge to MLC CT Ravi about visiting Dharmasthala, Bommai characterised it as a matter of personal faith. He noted that while both parties filed complaints, Ravi's complaint remained unregistered as an FIR, requiring high court's intervention to prevent further complications. Stay updated with the latest news on Times of India . Don't miss daily games like Crossword , Sudoku , Location Guesser and Mini Crossword .Pat Riley vehemently enters fray on Heat conjecture: ‘We are not trading Jimmy Butler’

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Israel strikes Houthi rebels in Yemen's capital while the WHO chief says he was meters away JERUSALEM (AP) — A new round of Israeli airstrikes in Yemen have targeted the Houthi rebel-held capital of Sanaa and multiple ports. The World Health Organization’s director-general said the bombardment on Thursday took place near him, as he was about to board a flight in Sanaa. He says a crew member was hurt. The strikes followed several days of Houthi attacks and launches setting off sirens in Israel. Israel's military says it attacked infrastructure used by the Houthis at the international airport in Sanaa, power stations and ports. The Israeli military didn't immediate respond to questions about the WHO chief's statement. Trump has pressed for voting changes. GOP majorities in Congress will try to make that happen ATLANTA (AP) — Republicans in Congress plan to move quickly in their effort to overhaul the nation’s voting procedures, seeing an opportunity with control of the White House and both chambers of Congress. They want to push through long-sought changes such as voter ID and proof-of-citizenship requirements. They say the measures are needed to restore public confidence in elections. That's after an erosion of trust that Democrats note has been fueled by false claims from Donald Trump and his allies of widespread fraud in the 2020 election. Democrats say they are willing to work with the GOP but want any changes to make it easier, not harder, to vote. Americans are exhausted by political news. TV ratings and a new AP-NORC poll show they're tuning out NEW YORK (AP) — A lot of Americans, after an intense presidential election campaign, are looking for a break in political news. That's evident in cable television news ratings and a poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research. The poll found nearly two-thirds of Americans saying they've found the need recently to cut down on their consumption of political and government news. That's particularly true among Democrats following President-elect Donald Trump's victory, although a significant number of Republicans and independents feel the same way. Cable networks MSNBC and CNN are really seeing a slump. That's also happened in years past for networks that particularly appeal to supporters of one candidate. Israel's plan to double the number of settlers in the Golan Heights is met with conflicting emotions EIN ZIVAN, Golan Heights (AP) — Earlier this month, Syrian leader Bashar Assad was ousted after nearly 25 years in power. Within hours, Israeli tanks rolled into the Golan Heights' demilitarized buffer zone in Syria created as part of a 1974 ceasefire between the countries. Days later, the Israeli government approved a plan to double the population of settlers in the Golan Heights. Israel seized the mountainous region from Syria in 1967, and most of the world considers it occupied Syrian territory. In the towns and kibbutzim of Israeli-controlled Golan, the news has been met with a mixture of skepticism, excitement and shock. Previous attempts to encourage more settlement in the Golan have received a lukewarm response. How the stock market defied expectations again this year, by the numbers NEW YORK (AP) — What a wonderful year 2024 has been for investors. U.S. stocks ripped higher and carried the S&P 500 to records as the economy kept growing and the Federal Reserve began cutting interest rates. The benchmark index posted its first back-to-back annual gains of more than 20% since 1998. The year featured many familiar winners, such as Big Tech, which got even bigger as their stock prices kept growing. But it wasn’t just Apple, Nvidia and the like. Bitcoin and gold surged and “Roaring Kitty” reappeared to briefly reignite the meme stock craze. 6,000 inmates escape from a high-security prison in Mozambique amid post-election violence MAPUTO, Mozambique. (AP) — Mozambique’s police chief has said that at least 6,000 inmates have escaped from a high-security prison in the capital on Christmas Day after a rebellion, as widespread post-election riots and violence continue to engulf the country. The police chief Bernardino Rafael said 33 prisoners died and 15 others were injured during a confrontation with the security forces. The escape from the Maputo Central Prison, located 14 km southwest of the capital, started around midday Wednesday after “agitation” by a “group of subversive protesters” nearby, Rafael said, adding that prisoners at the facility snatched weapons from prison warders and started freeing other detainees. Holiday shoppers increased spending by 3.8% despite higher prices New data shows holiday sales rose this year even as Americans wrestled with still high prices in many grocery necessities and other financial worries. According to Mastercard SpendingPulse, holiday sales from the beginning of November through Christmas Eve climbed 3.8%, a faster pace than the 3.1% increase from a year earlier. The measure tracks all kinds of payments including cash and debit cards. This year, retailers were even more under the gun to get shoppers in to buy early and in bulk since there were five fewer days between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Mastercard SpendingPulse says the last five days of the season accounted for 10% of the spending. Sales of clothing, electronics and Jewelry rose. Pope brings Holy Year and prayers for better future to Rome prison, a 'cathedral of pain and hope' ROME (AP) — Pope Francis is bringing his Holy Year to Rome’s main prison. Francis traveled to Rebibbia prison Thursday on a frigid morning. He knocked on the door to the chapel and walked across the threshold. It was reenacting the gesture he performed at St. Peter’s Basilica two nights earlier on Christmas Eve. The opening of the Basilica's Holy Door officially kicked off the Jubilee year. It's a church tradition dating to 1300 that nowadays occurs every 25 years and involves the faithful coming to Rome on pilgrimages. About 32 million people are expected in Rome in 2025. India's former prime minister Manmohan Singh, architect of economic reforms, dies aged 92 NEW DELHI (AP) — India’s former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, widely regarded as the architect of India’s economic reform program and a landmark nuclear deal with the United States, has died. He was 92. The hospital said Singh was admitted to New Delhi’s All India Institute of Medical Sciences late Thursday after his health deteriorated due to “sudden loss of consciousness at home.". He was “being treated for age-related medical conditions,” the statement added. A mild-mannered technocrat, Singh became one of India’s longest-serving prime ministers for 10 years and earned a reputation as a man of great personal integrity. But his sterling image was tainted by allegations of corruption against his ministers. Why this Mexican American woman played a vital role in the US sacramental peyote trade MIRANDO CITY, Texas (AP) — Amada Cardenas, a Mexican American woman who lived in the tiny border town of Mirando City in South Texas, played an important role in the history of the peyote trade. She and her husband were the first federally licensed peyote dealers who harvested and sold the sacramental plant to followers of the Native American Church in the 1930s. After her husband's death in 1967, Cardenas continued to welcome generations of Native American Church members to her home until her death in 2005, just before her 101st birthday.

AZEK ( NYSE:AZEK – Free Report ) had its price target upped by Barclays from $53.00 to $58.00 in a report issued on Thursday, Benzinga reports. Barclays currently has an overweight rating on the stock. AZEK has been the subject of a number of other research reports. Truist Financial upped their target price on AZEK from $52.00 to $57.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a report on Wednesday. Stifel Nicolaus lowered their price objective on AZEK from $52.00 to $50.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a research note on Thursday, August 8th. Loop Capital lowered shares of AZEK from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating and set a $47.00 price objective for the company. in a report on Friday, October 4th. DA Davidson boosted their target price on shares of AZEK from $44.00 to $50.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a report on Wednesday. Finally, BMO Capital Markets upped their price target on shares of AZEK from $49.00 to $51.00 and gave the company a “market perform” rating in a research report on Wednesday. Six investment analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and eleven have given a buy rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, AZEK currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $49.24. View Our Latest Analysis on AZEK AZEK Price Performance Hedge Funds Weigh In On AZEK Institutional investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the business. Teachers Retirement System of The State of Kentucky grew its position in shares of AZEK by 11.2% during the 3rd quarter. Teachers Retirement System of The State of Kentucky now owns 57,701 shares of the company’s stock worth $2,700,000 after buying an additional 5,815 shares during the period. Geode Capital Management LLC grew its holdings in AZEK by 0.5% in the third quarter. Geode Capital Management LLC now owns 2,330,636 shares of the company’s stock worth $109,105,000 after purchasing an additional 12,644 shares during the period. M&T Bank Corp increased its stake in AZEK by 140.5% in the third quarter. M&T Bank Corp now owns 14,473 shares of the company’s stock valued at $677,000 after purchasing an additional 8,456 shares in the last quarter. Barclays PLC increased its stake in AZEK by 96.0% in the third quarter. Barclays PLC now owns 191,588 shares of the company’s stock valued at $8,966,000 after purchasing an additional 93,819 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Public Employees Retirement System of Ohio raised its holdings in shares of AZEK by 1.0% during the third quarter. Public Employees Retirement System of Ohio now owns 153,349 shares of the company’s stock valued at $7,177,000 after purchasing an additional 1,495 shares during the period. 97.44% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds. About AZEK ( Get Free Report ) The AZEK Company Inc engages in the design, manufacturing, and selling of building products for residential, commercial, and industrial markets in the United States and Canada. It operates through two segments: Residential and Commercial. The Residential segment designs and manufactures engineered outdoor living products, such as decking, railing, trim and molding, siding and cladding, pergolas and cabanas, and accessories under the TimberTech, AZEK Exteriors, VERSATEX, ULTRALOX, StruXure, and INTEX brands. Recommended Stories Receive News & Ratings for AZEK Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for AZEK and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .Invesco Ultra Short Duration ETF (NYSEARCA:GSY) Holdings Cut by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — New York Jets wide receiver Davante Adams sat out practice Thursday with a hip ailment that makes his status for the game Sunday at Buffalo uncertain. Cornerback Sauce Gardner (hamstring), right tackle Morgan Moses (knee) and right guard Alijah Vera-Tucker (ankle) also were sidelined for the Jets' first full practice of the week. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who acknowledged Tuesday he's dealing with “a little MCL” issue in a knee but said “there's no way I'm not playing,” practiced fully. Adams was apparently injured in New York's 19-9 loss to the Los Angeles Rams last Sunday, when he had seven catches for 68 yards and a touchdown. Adams, acquired from Las Vegas in October, has 56 receptions for 719 yards and six touchdowns on 94 targets in nine games for the Jets. He's 72 yards away from his fifth straight 1,000-yard season and sixth of his career. Adams and Rodgers are also tied with Miami's Dan Marino and Mark Clayton for the third-most TD connections (82), including playoffs, by a quarterback-wide receiver duo. Gardner sat out the second half of the loss to the Rams with the hamstring injury and could miss the game against the Bills. He sat out one game after injuring a hamstring against Seattle in Week 14. It's unclear if the injuries are related. Moses and Vera-Tucker have been playing through their ailments the past several weeks. Defensive lineman Quinnen Williams, who missed the game last Sunday with a hamstring injury, was limited Thursday at practice, as were left guard John Simpson (calf), defensive end Haason Reddick (neck), safety Tony Adams (ankle), conerback Michael Carter II (back) and rookie defensive lineman Braiden McGregor (ankle).Piper Sandler Reaffirms “Neutral” Rating for TFS Financial (NASDAQ:TFSL)As science continues its evolution, discoveries and technologies can act like a master key that open doors leading to novel advancements. Artificial intelligence is one such key, making innovations possible by solving complex problems, automating tasks and enabling research that would have been impossible, or very time-consuming, without it. Mohammad Hosseini But do we want to do research on all topics, and shall we try the AI master key on every door? To explore this question, let’s consider the use of AI by genomics experts as an example. In recent years, genomics experts have added unbelievable depth to what we know about the world and ourselves. For example, genetics researchers have revealed facts about when certain animals and plants were domesticated. In another example, researchers used DNA from 30,000-year-old permafrost to create fertile samples of a plant called narrow-leafed campion. Importantly, genetic engineering has facilitated extraordinary advances in the treatment of complicated conditions, such as sickle-cell anemia. Thanks to AI, we are witnessing a dramatic increase in the pace and scalability of genomic exploration. But given the risks and possible consequences of AI use in science, should we rush headlong into using AI in all kinds of projects? One relevant example is research on Neanderthals, our closest relatives, who lived about 40,000 years ago. Neanderthals have been studied for several years now through genetic investigation of their fossils and their DNA. Genetic engineering can potentially use ancient DNA and genome editing methods to re-create a Neanderthal or aspects of a Neanderthal’s genetics and physiology. To do this, scientists could start by figuring out the DNA sequence of a Neanderthal by comparing it with the DNA of modern humans, because they are closely related. Then, scientists could use the gene-editing tool known as CRISPR to swap out parts of human DNA with Neanderthal DNA. This process would require a lot of trial and error and might not succeed soon. But based on what we know about genetics, if something is possible, AI can help make it happen faster, cheaper and with less effort. Scientists are excited about these developments because they could facilitate new discoveries and open up many research opportunities in genetic research. With or without AI, research on Neanderthals will proceed. But the extraordinary power of AI could give the final push to these discoveries and facilitate this kind of resurrection. At that point, the scientific community must develop norms and guidelines about how to treat these resurrected beings with dispositions very similar to humans. We would need to carefully consider their rights and well-being almost in the same way as when humans are involved and not as research subjects or artifacts of scientific curiosity. These ethical issues are discussed in more detail in a new paper published in the journal Nature Machine Intelligence. A more holistic question to consider is: Should we prioritize the use of resource-intensive AI, researchers’ time and public funds to resurrect extinct beings? Or should we invest these resources into conserving species that are critically endangered today to prevent biodiversity from more degradation? Hosseini is an assistant professor in the Department of Preventive Medicine at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine. He wrote this for The Chicago Tribune . 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NEW YORK — The rumbling buses echoed for blocks on the quiet campus at Fordham University. Nebraska’s sprawling football operation had arrived. This isn’t the typical home team, the FCS-level Rams that just completed a 2-10 season. The Huskers took the practice field on a cold and sunny Thursday afternoon flanked by social-media cameras and a host of staffers. A post-practice grab-and-go buffet line greeted players afterward as they headed the few miles back toward downtown Manhattan and an evening at a high-profile ping-pong club. “Just looking around, spending time with each other,” freshman linebacker Vincent Shavers said of more time in New York City. “I ain’t never did this before with no other team so I’m very happy. I’m grateful for them.” Jay-Z’s “Empire State of Mind” played on the sound system as Nebraska went through workouts two days before the Pinstripe Bowl. The Huskers practiced at Joe Moglia Field — Moglia, a Fordham alumnus, was once the executive advisor to former NU coach Bo Pelini in 2009 and 2010 — on an artificial surface shared also by the Fordham soccer and baseball teams. Baseball’s press box named after another famous graduate, Vin Scully, was only yards away as the visiting Big Ten team went through drills. People are also reading... Beatrice house suffers severe damage from Christmas fire Is John Dutton real? Meet the powerful rancher seemingly inspiring the 'Yellowstone' legend Former Beatrice man sentenced for sex assault of runaway Beatrice church starts construction on fellowship hall At the courthouse, Dec. 21, 2024 Beatrice man pleads guilty to receiving child sex abuse images Gage County supervisors vote down FOP contract offer Downtown Beatrice festive for the holidays What’s open and closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day 2024? Main Street welcomes new director Gage County says board had authority to deny permit for broadband provider Nebraska volleyball libero Lexi Rodriguez signs with LOVB's Omaha team Matt Rhule and Nebraska football plan Pinstripe Bowl practice in Central Park As Brenda Lee turns 80, the Christmas song she sang as a teen is a holiday staple Beatrice Humane Society: Keeping your pet merry this season The gated campus — just a couple blocks away from bustling neighborhood streets in the Bronx — was covered with small piles of snow scattered throughout. Temperatures in the sun felt perhaps in the mid-40s while shady conditions felt closer to 20. New Nebraska assistant coaches Daikiel Shorts (receivers) and Phil Simpson (outside linebackers) spoke with a smattering of reporters afterward along with a few players. Coach Matt Rhule will talk midday Friday as part of a Pinstripe availability before kickoff Saturday at noon eastern time. Get local news delivered to your inbox!

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Glasgow Christmas market Winterfest has finally opened at George Square. Visitors are now being welcomed to the popular attraction which was forced to shut amid Storm Bert yesterday. The event is planned to run until Sunday, January 5, featuring an 80m Drop Tower, the Booster Maxx Carousel, the Wave Swinger, and a Santa's Train Kids Carousel. Posting on social media Winterfest said: “We are OPEN! We are thrilled to welcome you all to Winterfest at George Square.” READ MORE: Man dressed as Grinch treated like 'shoplifter' at Braehead A post shared by GLASGOW WINTERFEST 2024 (@glasgowwinterfest) Organisers had opened the event earlier today, but had to wait for council approval. In the meantime eager guests were left fuming as they begged for updates and hung around near the area. Taking to social media, they shared their disappointment as they asked organisers for answers. Holly Maxwell Polley said: “What an absolute disgrace at the George square Christmas market today. “Putting off the opening time, 11am then 12 then 1pm and at 2pm still can’t get in? “No communication or update at all? Absolute farce.” Judith Murphy said: “Keeping people waiting for hours with no update is a disgrace.” Baxter Bean said: “Have we decided if we are opening today [Sunday]? No posts yet.” Robert Gardiner said: “It’s still not open yet, people are waiting to get in.” We previously reported how a statement posted to Glasgow Winterfest's Instagram page yesterday read: "We're sorry to announce that Winterfest George Square will not be opening today due to adverse weather conditions. "The safety of our staff and visitors is our top priority, and we appreciate your understanding. We're hopeful that we'll be able to open tomorrow and can't wait to welcome everyone back to enjoy the festivities. "Stay safe, and we'll keep you updated here with the latest news." Winterfest at St Enoch Square opened earlier this month. It features a bar area, food and retail stalls, amusement rides, a bungee trampoline, and a snow globe.I’m a 50-year-old marketing executive; I purchased a ₹10-lakh health insurance policy 10 years ago. Recently, I’ve been diagnosed with hypertension and require daily medication. Will my policy cover the costs of these medications, or are they considered part of a pre-existing condition since hypertension often develops gradually? If it’s viewed as a pre-existing condition, how long will I have to wait before related expenses are covered? Also, will future complications arising from hypertension, such as cardiac issues, be covered under my policy? Sunita Navigating health challenges is a reality many individuals face, and having comprehensive health insurance is essential for safeguarding your well-being. It is recommended to maintain health insurance coverage of two-three times your income, so based on that you might want to reassess the ₹10-lakh health insurance policy, purchased 10 years ago. This coverage becomes especially critical as health needs typically evolve with age. Regarding your recent diagnosis of hypertension, you can be confident that all hospitalisation expenses related to this condition will be covered under your policy. Since hypertension often develops gradually, it’s important to clarify that because your diagnosis occurred after the policy was issued, it will not be classified as a pre-existing condition in your case. This means you do not have to wait for coverage for future hospitalisations related to hypertension. Moreover, your policy includes provisions for pre-hospitalisation and post-hospitalisation expenses. This means that any necessary medications and consultations related to your hypertension — both before and after hospitalisation — are covered. 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Any complications arising from hypertension, such as cardiac conditions, will also be covered under your policy. This comprehensive approach ensures you are protected from the financial burden of medical expenses associated with serious health complications related to hypertension. According to WHO, one in five adults have hypertension. Effectively managing hypertension, however, is crucial for maintaining overall health and reducing the risk of serious complications, such as heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems, enhancing your overall well-being. A few insurers offer wellness programmes specifically designed to help manage chronic conditions like hypertension. These programmes can provide valuable resources and strategies to empower you to take control of your health. 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Turning Processing: Key Experiences and Methodologies 12-26-2024 04:44 PM CET | Industry, Real Estate & Construction Press release from: ABNewswire Turning is a machining process performed on a lathe, which is a crucial aspect of mechanical manufacturing. In this process, a rotating workpiece is shaped using a cutting tool called a turning tool. Lathes are primarily employed to work on components such as shafts, discs, and sleeves, which feature rotating surfaces. They are the most commonly used type of machine tool in both manufacturing and repair workshops. Image: https://www.anebon.com/uploads/Turning-Processing-Experience-and-Technology11.jpg There is no end to the skills of lathe operators. The most common lathe operators do not need too high skills. They can be divided into five categories, which are the most common in society. 1. Ordinary mechanical lathe operators, simple and easy to learn, CNC lathe processing factory. 2. Mold lathe operators, especially those specializing in plastic mold precision lathes, must adhere to strict requirements regarding tools and precise dimensions. It is important to understand which types of steel provide a good polishing effect, achieving a mirror finish. You should also know whether the product from this set of molds is made from ABS or another type of plastic, as well as the elasticity of the plastic parts measured in millimeters. Additionally, there are many other common knowledge aspects to consider. The finished parts should have a high-quality finish, be easy to polish, and attain a mirror-like effect. A solid foundation in plastic mold principles is essential. 3. Tool lathe operators work with various tools such as reamers, drills, alloy cutters, and tool stems. This type of lathe operation is often the simplest yet can be quite tiring. Typically, these tools are mass-produced, with double center, taper, and flow modulus being among the most common types.To achieve the fastest and most efficient results, it is essential to minimize tool wear. The hardness of the materials processed by this type of lathe operator is nearly as high as that of a quality white steel knife. The quality of alloy knife grinding is directly linked to the quality of the finished products. 4. Large equipment lathe operator: this type of lathe operator must have senior skills, and more teaching is required when using a vertical lathe. Example: To turn a crankshaft, you must first read the drawing repeatedly many times, which one to process first and which one to process later, whether to lose grinding or directly process to size, whether the thread is positive or negative... 5. CNC lathe operator: this type of lathe operator is the simplest and the most difficult. First of all, you must be able to read drawings, program, convert formulas, and tool applications. Turning to process The lathe is a machine tool used to rotate a workpiece, while allowing for either linear or curved motion of the cutting tool. This process changes the shape and size of the workpiece to meet specific design requirements. Turning is a cutting method performed on a lathe, where the workpiece rotates in relation to the tool. In this process, the cutting energy is primarily supplied by the rotating workpiece rather than the cutting tool itself. Turning is one of the most basic and widely used machining methods and holds a crucial role in manufacturing. It is particularly suitable for creating rotating surfaces. Most workpieces with such surfaces can be processed using turning techniques, including internal and external cylindrical surfaces, internal and external conical surfaces, end faces, grooves, and threads, as well as other rotating forms. The primary tools used in this process are turning tools. Among various types of metal cutting machine tools, lathes are the most commonly used, making up about 50% of the total number of machine tools. Lathes can not only utilize turning tools for shaping workpieces, but also employ drills, reamers, taps, and knurling tools to perform operations such as drilling, reaming, tapping, and knurling. Depending on their process characteristics, layout forms, and structural features, lathes can be categorized into several types, including horizontal lathes, floor lathes, vertical lathes, turret lathes, and copy lathes, with horizontal lathes being the most prevalent. Image: https://www.anebon.com/uploads/Turning-Processing-Experience-and-Technology2.jpg Safety and technical issues Turning is the most commonly used type of machining in the manufacturing industry. It involves various lathes, a significant number of personnel, a wide range of machining capabilities, and numerous tools and fixtures. As a result, safety and technical issues related to turning are particularly important to address. The key tasks are as follows: 1. Damage caused by chips and protective measures. Various steel parts that are processed on lathes exhibit good toughness. During the turning process, the chips produced are typically plastic and curled, with relatively sharp edges. When cutting steel parts at high speeds, red-hot and elongated chips can form, posing a risk of injury. These chips can easily become entangled with the workpiece, cutting tool, and tool holder. To ensure safety, iron hooks should be used frequently to clean or break the chips as needed. If necessary, the machine should be stopped to clear the chips, and they must never be removed or broken by hand. To prevent chip damage and breakage, chip flow control measures and protective baffles are commonly implemented. Effective chip-breaking strategies include grinding chip breaker grooves or steps on the turning tool, using appropriate chip breakers, and mechanically clamping the tool. 2. Clamping of workpieces. During the turning process, various accidents can occur that may damage the machine tool, break or strike the tool, and cause the workpiece to fall or fly out, potentially injuring personnel due to improper clamping. To ensure safe production during turning operations, it is crucial to pay special attention to workpiece clamping. For parts of different sizes and shapes, appropriate clamps must be selected. Whether using a three-jaw chuck, a four-jaw chuck, or a specialized clamp, the connection to the spindle must be stable and reliable. The workpiece should be clamped securely and tightly to prevent any movement. For larger workpieces, a sleeve can be utilized to ensure that the workpiece does not shift, fall off, or become dislodged while rotating at high speeds and under cutting forces. If necessary, clamping can be further reinforced by using a center or center frame. Additionally, it is important to remove the wrench immediately after clamping to avoid any accidents. 3. Safe operation. Before using the machine tool, it must undergo a complete inspection to ensure it is in good condition. The workpiece and tool must be clamped securely in the correct position to guarantee stability and reliability. The machine must be stopped when changing tools, loading and unloading the workpiece, or measuring the workpiece. It is important not to touch or wipe the rotating workpiece by hand or with cotton thread. The cutting speed, feed rate, and working depth should be chosen appropriately, and overload processing is not permitted. Additionally, workpieces, fixtures, and other items should not be placed on the machine head, tool holder, or bed surface. When using a file, move the turning tool to a safe position. Keep your right hand in front and your left hand behind to prevent your sleeves from getting caught. A designated individual should be responsible for the use and maintenance of the machine tool; unauthorized personnel are not allowed to operate it. Notes The processing technology of a CNC lathe is similar to that of an ordinary lathe, but since the CNC lathe [ https://www.anebon.com/cnc-turning-parts-products/page/3/ ] is clamped once and completes all turning processes continuously and automatically, the following aspects should be noted. 1. Reasonable selection of cutting parameters For efficient metal cutting, three major factors must be considered: the material being processed, the cutting tools, and the cutting conditions. These factors influence processing time, tool life, and processing quality. An economical and effective processing method requires careful selection of cutting conditions. The three key elements of cutting conditions-cutting speed, feed rate, and cutting depth-directly affect tool damage. As cutting speed increases, the temperature of the tool tip rises, leading to mechanical, chemical, and thermal wear. For instance, a 20% increase in cutting speed can result in a tool life reduction of half. The relationship between feed conditions and tool back wear occurs over a very small range. However, if the feed rate is too high, the cutting temperature increases, which can lead to significant back wear. While cutting depth has less impact on the tool than cutting speed and feed rate, cutting at a shallow depth can cause the material to form a hardened layer, which can negatively affect tool life. When choosing a cutting speed, users should consider the material being processed, its hardness, the current cutting condition, the type of material, feed rate, and cutting depth. The most suitable processing conditions depend on these factors, with the ideal scenario being regular and stable wear that maximizes tool life. However, in practice, tool life is also influenced by factors such as tool wear, changes in workpiece size, surface quality, cutting noise, and processing heat. Therefore, processing conditions should be analyzed based on the actual situation. For challenging materials like stainless steel and heat-resistant alloys, coolants may be utilized, or tools with enhanced rigidity may be selected. General Code General process code for turning (JB/T9168.2-1998) Clamping of turning tools 1) The tool bar should not extend too far from the tool holder. Generally, the length should not exceed 1.5 times the height of the tool bar (except for turning holes, grooves, etc.) 2) The center line of the tool bar should be perpendicular or parallel to the direction of cutting. 3) Adjustment of tooltip height:When turning end faces, conical surfaces, threads, forming surfaces, and cutting solid workpieces, the tooltip should generally be at the same height as the workpiece axis.When rough-turning outer circles and finishing holes, the tool tip should generally be higher than the workpiece axis.When turning slender shafts, rough turning holes, and cutting hollow workpieces, the tooltip should generally be slightly lower than the workpiece axis. 4) The bisector of the tooltip angle of the thread-turning tool should be perpendicular to the workpiece axis. 5) When clamping the turning tool, the gasket under the toolbar should be few and flat, and the screws that hold the turning tool down should be tightened. Workpiece clamping - When clamping a workpiece with a three-jaw self-centering chuck for either rough or fine turning, if the diameter of the workpiece is less than 30 mm, the overhang length should not exceed five times the diameter. If the workpiece diameter is greater than 30 mm, the overhang length should not exceed three times the diameter. - When clamping irregular and heavy workpieces using a four-jaw single-action chuck, faceplate, angle iron, or bent plate, it is essential to add a counterweight. - When machining CNC shaft machining [ https://www.anebon.com/cnc-machining-service/ ] workpieces between centers, ensure that the axis of the tailstock center is aligned with the axis of the lathe spindle before beginning the turning process. - For slender shafts being machined between two centers, a follower rest or center rest should be utilized. During the machining process, pay attention to adjusting the top tightening force of the center and ensure proper lubrication of both the dead center and the center rest. - When using the tailstock, extend the sleeve as little as possible to minimize vibration. - When clamping a workpiece with a small support surface and a tall height on a vertical lathe, use a heightened clamping jaw. Additionally, a tie rod or pressure plate should be added at an appropriate position to secure the workpiece. - When turning wheel-type and sleeve-type castings and forgings, align the unprocessed surface correctly to ensure uniform wall thickness of the workpiece after processing. Turning - When turning a stepped shaft, it is generally recommended to turn the part with the larger diameter first to ensure rigidity, followed by the part with the smaller diameter. - To prevent deformation of the workpiece, cutting grooves should be done before fine turning the shaft. - When fine turning a shaft that has threads, the non-threaded portion should typically be fine-turned after processing the threads. - Before drilling, the end face of the workpiece must be turned flat. If needed, the center hole should be drilled first. - When drilling deep holes, it is advisable to drill a guide hole first. - For a hole with a diameter between 10 mm and 20 mm, the diameter of the cutting tool should be 0.6 to 0.7 times the diameter of the hole being processed. When processing a hole with a diameter greater than 20 mm, a cutting tool with a clamping head should generally be used. - When turning multiple threads or worms, a trial cut should be performed after adjusting the exchange gear. - When using an automatic lathe, adjust the relative position of the tool and workpiece according to the machine tool adjustment card. After making the adjustments, carry out a test turn. Production can only proceed once the first piece is confirmed to be qualified. Continuously monitor the tool wear and the size and surface roughness of the workpiece during processing. - When turning on a vertical lathe, once the tool holder is adjusted, avoid moving the crossbeam without proper cause. - If there are positional tolerance requirements for relevant surfaces of the workpiece, aim to complete the turning process in a single clamping. - When turning a cylindrical gear blank, both the hole and the reference end face must be processed in a single clamping. If necessary, a marking line should be turned near the gear pitch circle on the end face. Common Problems When ordinary lathes are used to cut large-pitch threads under significant force, the bed saddle may sometimes vibrate. This vibration can lead to ripples on the machined surface or even cause tool breakage. Students often face issues such as tool piercing or breaking while cutting. There are several factors that contribute to these problems. This paper primarily discusses this phenomenon and proposes solutions by analyzing the forces acting on the tool. Image: https://www.anebon.com/uploads/Turning-Processing-Experience-and-Technology4.png The cause and cause of the problem When machining threads with smaller pitches, the straight-feed cutting method is typically employed. This method involves cutting in a direction that is perpendicular to the axis of the workpiece. On the other hand, for threads with larger pitches, the left-right borrowing cutting method is often used to reduce cutting force. This technique allows the small slide to move, enabling the thread turning tool to cut with both the left and right cutting edges alternately. When turning threads, the movement of the bed saddle is controlled by the rotation of a long lead screw, which drives the motion of the split nut. There is an axial gap at the bearing of the long lead screw, as well as an axial gap between the long lead screw and the split nut. When the right-handed worm is rotated using the left and right cutting method, the tool experiences a force (P) exerted by the workpiece (ignoring the friction between the chip and the front cutting edge, as illustrated in Figure 1). This force (P) can be decomposed into an axial force (Px) and a radial force. The axial force (Px) aligns with the feed direction of the tool. The tool transmits this axial force (Px) to the saddle, causing it to move rapidly and forcefully toward the side with the gap. As a result, the tool oscillates back and forth, leading to a corrugated machined surface and, in some cases, tool breakage. When using the left main cutting edge, there is no observed phenomenon affecting the cut. Instead, the axial force ( P_x ) experienced by the tool is directed opposite to the feed direction, acting to eliminate any gap present. During this CNC machining process [ https://www.anebon.com/cnc-machining-parts-products/ ], the saddle maintains a uniform speed. The movement of the middle slide occurs through the rotation of the screw, which drives the movement of the nut. However, there is an axial gap at the screw bearing, as well as an axial gap between the screw and the nut. While cutting on a lathe, the front cutting edge of the tool (which has a front angle) experiences a force ( P ) exerted by the workpiece. For the sake of simplicity, we will ignore any friction between the chip and the front cutting edge, as illustrated in Figure 2. The force ( P ) can be decomposed into two components: ( P_z ) (the axial component) and ( Q ) (the radial component). The radial component force ( Q ) aligns with the cutting tool's feed direction, pushing the tool into the workpiece. This action causes the middle slide to move toward the gap, which can lead to the cutting tool suddenly piercing the workpiece. Consequently, this piercing may result in the tool breaking or the workpiece bending. Solution When turning threads with large pitches and using the left and right borrowing tool cutting method, it's important to adjust not only the relevant parameters of the lathe but also the matching clearance between the saddle and the bed rail. This clearance should be set slightly tighter to increase friction during movement and reduce the chance of saddle movement. However, it is crucial that this clearance is adjusted appropriately so the saddle can still move smoothly. Additionally, minimize the clearance of the middle slide. For the small slide, adjust its tightness to be slightly tighter as well, which will help prevent the tool from shifting during turning. To enhance stability, shorten the length of the workpiece and the toolbar as much as possible. When cutting, use the left main blade whenever feasible. If cutting with the right main blade, reduce the back-cutting amount and increase the rake angle of the right main blade. Ensure the blade edge is straight and sharp to minimize the axial component force (Px) experienced by the tool. A larger rake angle for the right main blade results in better performance. 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Jerry Nadler as the party prepares to fight a second Trump administration and an emboldened Republican majority. "House Democrats must stand in the breach to defend the principles and institutions of constitutional democracy," Raskin wrote in a letter to colleagues. “That is our historic assignment now. We dare not fail.” Raskin said in the letter — obtained by The Associated Press — that he decided to run for the post after spending the week consulting with House Democrats and “engaging in serious introspection” about where the party is following their stunning electoral defeat last month that handed Republicans control of Congress and the White House. While currently the top Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, Raskin said that come next year, the Judiciary Committee under his leadership would become "the headquarters of Congressional opposition to authoritarianism" as well as other efforts by President Donald Trump and his allies to thwart the Constitution. Being the face of the resistance against Trump is not new territory for Raskin who spent the last two years on Oversight as the most vocal defender of President Joe Biden and his family as they faced a sprawling Republican investigation — encouraged by Trump — into their various business affairs. Raskin, who is a former constitutional law professor, also helped draft articles of impeachment against the incoming president for his encouragement of the violent mob on Jan. 6, 2021, and led the impeachment prosecution in the Senate. But by throwing his hat in the ring, Raskin is inviting what a bitter intra-party fight with Nadler, who is currently serving his 17th term in Congress and who has held the top spot on Judiciary since 2019. Democrats have over the years rarely broken from the seniority system for committee assignments, no matter how long someone has held a position, making the outcome of the race uncertain. Both men did not respond to requests for comment but Raskin closed his letter by praising Nadler, saying that he made this decision “with respect and boundless admiration” for him. “If I’m lucky enough to be chosen for this responsibility in the 119th Congress, I will turn to Jerry first and throughout for his always wise counsel and political judgment,” Raskin added.