One of the most alarming consequences of chronic sleep deprivation is its impact on our physical health. Research has shown that insufficient sleep can contribute to a host of serious health conditions, including obesity, heart disease, diabetes, and weakened immune function. When we deny our bodies the rest they need to repair and recharge, we are putting ourselves at risk for long-term health consequences that far outweigh any short-term gains from staying up late to complete tasks.In a fast-paced and rapidly evolving work environment, the ability to adapt, innovate, and lead with resilience has never been more essential. As Zhang Chaoyang aptly puts it, "Age is not a barrier, but rather, it is a bridge to new possibilities and opportunities." By embracing the diverse perspectives and talents of individuals of all ages, organizations can harness the power of experience and drive innovation that propels them towards success.With 3:56 left in last Sunday’s game against the 49ers, the late-afternoon sun falling on Levi’s Stadium seemed a fitting metaphor for the Seahawks’ season. Seattle had just turned the ball over on downs when Zach Charbonnet’s fourth-and-one plunge at the 49ers' 37-yard line went nowhere. That followed a Geno Smith sneak on a third-and-one that was also ruled — much to the disagreement of many on the Seahawks sideline — to have gone nowhere. A couple 49ers first downs and the game would be over. Seattle’s season might have gone with it. Instead, a third-down stop and as efficient of a game-winning drive led by Smith as you’ll ever see, and the light returned. That sequence of events pulled Seattle from being two games back of two other teams in the NFC West — and essentially three back of the 49ers — to tied with the Rams and 49ers at 5-5 and just a game behind 6-4 Arizona. “We were trying to turn our season around," Smith said afterward. Now the task: to take proper advantage of that statistically unlikely turn of events. A script writer could hardly have crafted the story better to now have Arizona coming to Seattle for a 1:25 p.m. game on Sunday at Lumen Field that could move the Seahawks back into first place in the NFC West. As the Seahawks and Cardinals are kicking off, the 49ers will do the same at Lambeau Field against the Green Bay Packers. But the 49ers will do so without quarterback Brock Purdy and star pass rusher Nick Bosa, each ruled out due to injury. The losses of those two players propelled the betting line to flip from San Francisco favored by 2.5 when it opened to the Packers favored by as much as six on Saturday afternoon — the first time the 49ers have been an underdog since the 2022 season. Then in the night game, the Rams host an Eagles team that has won six in a row and is listed as a three-point favorite. So, to make it simple, a win by Seattle and losses by the 49ers and Rams and the Seahawks will be in first place in the NFC West by the end of the day, holding the tiebreaker for the moment on Arizona. What a swing that final 3 minutes and 56 seconds may have made in Seattle’s season, and in creating an NFC West race that appears as wide open this late in the season as it’s been in years. Coach Mike Macdonald this week didn’t shy away from stating how pivotal each week going forward figures to be with each team in the division now having had their bye and seven games remaining. “Put it this way, look, we've earned the opportunity to be fighting for the lead in the division going into the homestretch," Macdonald said. “So, that's the way we're treating it. It's very much like a playoff mindset for us at this point. (We) can't afford to drop games. You want to have the right to play for these really important games in December and January. You've got to be able to execute and put yourself in that situation. It's basically a December football game." Smith spoke similarly. “Anybody can go get this division the last seven games of the season," he said. “So, really it's going feel like playoff games, every single one. The division games are going to feel like you won two games because they're going to matter that much." Sunday’s game may loom even more critical for Seattle and Arizona since the two teams play again in Glendale on Dec. 8. Given that the Cardinals already also have wins over the Rams and 49ers, a win Sunday and possibly moving two games in front of everyone else in the division would put the Cardinals in a pretty firm driver’s seat. But a Seattle win, and the Seahawks may go to Arizona in two weeks with a chance to take control of the division, especially if Seattle can beat a downtrodden Jets team in New York on Dec. 1. Macdonald and Smith speaking candidly of the stakes at hand Sunday, though, stood in contrast to the Cardinals’ approach this week. “I’m not really looking at it that way," Arizona quarterback Kyler Murray said this week when asked how it feels to play a late-November game with so much on the line. “I’m just taking it one game at a time. I know that the guys are as well, so I think that's the message that we're preaching. No game's bigger than the other. The one that we've got right now is the biggest one. We have to win it." On paper, though, the game projects as the most important for Arizona since earning its last playoff spot following the 2021 season. Arizona has won four in a row to move into first — matching its win total for all of last season when the Cardinals went 4-13 in the first season for coach Jonathan Gannon and with Murray held to eight games while recovering from an ACL injury suffered on Dec. 12, 2022. The Cardinals winning only eight games in the 2022 and 2023 seasons combined, the coaching inexperience of Gannon and some uncertainty about whether Murray could reclaim his pre-injury form had most preseason prognosticators picking Arizona last in the NFC West. But the return of Murray full-time, another good season from veteran running back James Conner and the addition of first-round pick receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. has led to an improved offense. And the Arizona defense finally seems to be taking on the personality of Gannon, who got the job after serving as the defensive coordinator for the Eagles team that got to the Super Bowl following the 2022 season, particularly in keeping teams out of the end zone; the Cardinals are ninth in the NFL in red-zone defense, allowing TDs on just 17 of 35 drives inside the 20. But the Seahawks finally beating the 49ers for the first time since 2021 a week ago, and doing so after a chaotic week that included the surprising retirement of center Connor Williams, has them feeling like anything is possible. Step one, though, is winning Sunday and snapping a four-game home losing streak. “These games are going to be so electric," Smith said. “I can't wait to be in the stadium on Sunday. It's going to be so fun. We're looking forward to the fans being there and just going crazy." Seahawks activate Jenkins, elevate two others The Seahawks made an expected move Saturday, activating safety Rayshawn Jenkins off injured reserve, filling an opening Seattle had on its 53-man roster. Macdonald said Friday that Jenkins — who had been sidelined with a hand injury — is expected to play against the Cardinals. Seattle also elevated tight end Tyler Mabry and linebacker Patrick O’Connell off the practice squad for Sunday’s game. Mabry adds depth at the tight end spot with Brady Russell (foot) ruled out and Noah Fant (going) questionable. O’Connell, a second-year player from Montana, played 10 snaps on special teams last week against the 49ers and will likely fill a similar role against the Cardinals. This is the third elevation for O’Connell, the most that is allowed.

NoneThe 2024 season at the Red Rabbit Drive-in in Reed Township, Dauphin County is coming to a close. You have until Sunday, Nov. 24 to visit the longtime drive-in and home of the Bunny Burger. The Red Rabbit is reminding followers on its Facebook page of the the seasonal closing and urges them to stock up this weekend on favorites, including the famous Bunny Dust, chili and homemade tartar sauce. “Yes, You CAN GET HERE from There!... and Keep Making the RED RABBIT a HABIT!” reads the message. The Red Rabbit closes every November and reopens Jan. 31, 2025. The drive-in’s famous quarter-pound Bunny Burger includes bacon, cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickle, onion and the restaurant’s special sauce, served on a sesame seed roll. The menu also includes ham and pork barbecue sandwiches, hot dogs, grilled cheese, hamburger, cheeseburger, fish, crab cakes and chicken. There are crab cake dinners, fried jumbo shrimp, filet of haddock dinner and a chicken finger dinner as well as floats, sundaes and ice cream sodas. It is open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Closed Monday-Thursday. Stories by Sue Gleiter New owner to take over Dauphin County ice cream shop Giant recalls carrots due to E. coli: What you need to know LGBTQ+ bar and club set to open in Harrisburg: ‘It’s a place for all to enjoy’ Restaurant in Hershey closing in early 2025

CJ 4DPLEX and Cinema West Sign Multi-Theater Deal To Launch 270-Degree Panoramic ScreenX and Multisensory 4DX Auditoriums Across CaliforniaNeuman & Esser Expands Hydrogen Generator Plant In Brazil Neuman & Esser has expanded its hydrogen generator plant in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil. The new plant, four times larger than the current one, occupies an area of 37,673 sq.ft. (3500 m2) and has the capacity to produce up to 70 MW/year of containerized hydrogen generators. Neuman & Esser plans to increase the production of electrolyzers by up to seven times compared to current levels, in addition to expanding the packaging capacity of industrial gas compressors, such as H2 and CO2. chief executive officer of Neuman & Esser Brazil, said : “The capacity of the new facility is just the beginning. Our strengthening strategy covers four fronts of action: manufacturing of gas compressor units, grinding and classification systems for solid materials, hydrogen generators, and specialized services.” the latest news shaping the hydrogen market at Neuman & Esser Expands Hydrogen Generator Plant In Brazil, Jorgo Chatzimarkakis, CEO of Hydrogen Europe: “Spain is a perfect country for renewable energies” – El Pais Jorgo Chatzimarkakis (58 years old, Duisburg, Germany) believes that the same thing will happen with... Desalination system also produces hydrogen, electricity and cool air for refrigeration A pair of engineers at Hamad Bin Khalifa University has developed a desalination system that also produces electricity, hydrogen and... Feintool secures high-volume order to produce bipolar plates for hydrogen drives in China In cooperation with technology partner SITEC, Feintool was awarded a long-term contract in China related to hydrogen mobility...

In a recent announcement, Tencent Video, one of China's leading online streaming platforms, revealed plans to adjust the benefits related to VIP device sharing. The new policy, set to take effect in the coming months, aims to streamline and improve the user experience for subscribers while ensuring the platform's long-term sustainability. While this adjustment may bring changes to the sharing privileges of new VIP members, existing members can rest assured that their benefits will remain unchanged.Matt Gaetz says he won't return to Congress next year after withdrawing name for attorney general WASHINGTON (AP) — Matt Gaetz is not coming back to Congress. The Florida Republican said Friday he has no intention of serving another term in the House now that he is no longer President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for attorney general. Gaetz withdrew as the nominee this week amid growing fallout from the allegations of sexual conduct against him. Gaetz denies the allegations. Gaetz didn't lay out his plans now that he's out of office, saying only, “I’m still going to be in the fight, but it’s going to be from a new perch." After Gaetz's withdrawal on Thursday, Trump named former Florida attorney general Pam Bondi to lead the Justice Department. Vance takes on a more visible transition role as he works to boost Trump's most controversial picks WASHINGTON (AP) — After several weeks working behind closed doors, Vice President-elect JD Vance returned to Capitol Hill this week in a new, more visible role. He's been helping Donald Trump’s most contentious Cabinet picks try to win confirmation in the Senate, where he has served for the last two years. Vance spent part of Wednesday at the Capitol with Rep. Matt Gaetz sitting in on meetings with Trump’s controversial choice for attorney general. On Thursday, Vance was back, this time accompanying Pete Hegseth. Vance is expected to accompany other nominees for meetings over the coming weeks as he tries to leverage the two years he has spent in the Senate to help push through Trump’s picks. Beyond evangelicals, Trump and his allies courted smaller faith groups, from the Amish to Chabad Donald Trump’s lock on the white evangelical vote is legendary, but he didn't focus exclusively on large religious voter blocs. He and his allies also wooed smaller religious groups, away from the mainstream. He posted a tribute to Coptic church members on social media and met with members of Assyrians for Trump — two smaller Christian communities with Middle Eastern roots. He visited the grave of the revered late leader of an Orthodox Jewish movement. His allies sought votes from the separatist Amish community. While Trump won decisively, the outreaches reflected aggressive campaigning in what was expected to be a tight race. NATO and Ukraine to hold emergency talks after Russia's attack with new hypersonic missile KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — NATO and Ukraine will hold emergency talks Tuesday after Russia attacked a central city with a hypersonic ballistic missile that escalated the nearly 33-month-old war. Ukraine's parliament canceled a session Friday over the security threat. In a stark warning to the West, President Vladimir Putin said in a nationally televised speech Thursday that the attack with the intermediate-range Oreshnik missile was retaliation for Kyiv’s use of U.S. and British longer-range missiles capable of striking deeper into Russian territory. Putin said Russia is launching production of the Oreshnik, saying it's so powerful that several of them fitted with conventional warheads could be as devastating as a strike with strategic — or nuclear — weapons. Texas education board approves optional Bible-infused curriculum for elementary schools AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas’ education board has voted to allow Bible-infused teachings in elementary schools. The approval Friday follows other Republican-led states that have pushed this year to give religion a larger presence in public classrooms. The curriculum adopted by the Texas State Board of Education is optional for schools to adopt, but they’ll receive additional funding if they do so. Parents and teachers who opposed the curriculum say the lessons will alienate students of other faith backgrounds. Supporters argue the Bible is a core feature of American history and that teaching it will enrich learning. 2 convicted in human smuggling case after Indian family froze to death on US-Canada border FERGUS FALLS, Minn. (AP) — A jury has convicted two men of charges related to human smuggling for their roles in an international operation that led to the deaths of a family of Indian migrants who froze while trying to cross the Canada-U.S. border during a 2022 blizzard. Harshkumar Ramanlal Patel and Steve Shand each faced four charges related to human smuggling before being convicted on Friday. Patel is an Indian national. Shand is an American from Florida. They were arrested after the family froze while trying to cross the desolate border during a 2022 blizzard. Northern California gets record rain and heavy snow. Many have been in the dark for days in Seattle FORESTVILLE, Calif. (AP) — A major storm with heavy snow and record rain that's moving through Northern California has toppled trees, closed roads and prompted evacuations in some areas after knocking out power to hundreds of thousands of people in Washington and Oregon. Forecasters warn that the risk of flash flooding and rockslides will continue through Friday. The National Weather Service has extended a flood watch for areas north of San Francisco as a plume of moisture known as an atmospheric river inundates Northern California and the Pacific Northwest. Up to 16 inches of rain is forecast in Northern California and southwestern Oregon. The storm system unleashed winds earlier this week that left two people dead and hundreds of thousands without power in Washington. Archaeologists discover 4,000-year-old canals used to fish by predecessors of ancient Maya WASHINGTON (AP) — Using drones and Google Earth imagery, archaeologists have discovered a 4,000-year-old network of earthen canals in what’s now Belize. The research published Friday in Science Advances shows that long before the ancient Maya built temples, their predecessors were already altering the landscape of Central America’s Yucatan peninsula. The ancient fish canals were used to channel and catch freshwater species such as catfish. These structures were used for around 1,000 years — including during the “formative” period when the Maya began to settle in permanent farming villages and a distinctive culture started to emerge. California case is the first confirmed bird flu infection in a US child Health officials are confirming bird flu in a California child — the first reported case in a U.S. minor. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced confirmatory test results on Friday. Officials say the child had mild symptoms, was treated with antiviral medication and is recovering. The child’s infection brings the reported number of U.S. bird flu cases this year to 55, including 29 in California. State officials have said the child lives in Alameda County, which includes Oakland, and attends day care, but released no other details. Giants release quarterback Daniel Jones just days after benching him EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The Daniel Jones era in New York is over. The Giants quarterback was granted his release by the team just days after the franchise said it was benching him in favor of third-stringer Tommy DeVito. New York president John Mara said Jones approached the team about releasing him and the club obliged. Mara added he was “disappointed” at the quick dissolution of a once-promising relationship between Jones and the team. Giants coach Brian Daboll benched Jones in favor of DeVito following a loss to the Panthers in Germany that dropped New York's record to 2-8.

Three-time All-Star Khris Middleton is expected to make his first appearance of the season for the Milwaukee Bucks when they visit the Boston Celtics on Friday night. Middleton, 33, had surgery on both ankles in the offseason. He practiced Wednesday before a 119-104 loss to Atlanta ended Milwaukee's seven-game winning streak. Milwaukee coach Doc Rivers said the veteran forward is frustrated by missing the season's first 21 games. "Anybody who wants to play, and Khris is one of those (guys), they're frustrated," Rivers said. "That's mentally challenging. You see your team playing, and although we're playing well right now, I imagine when we were really struggling and he wasn't playing, that had to be really hard for him. You want to help your team, and he knows he can." Middleton averaged 15.1 points per game in 55 games last season. Giannis Antetokounmpo had 31 points and 11 rebounds in Wednesday's loss to Atlanta. Damian Lillard added 25 points. "We don't like the feeling of losing," Antetokounmpo said. "We had won seven in a row, so when we came in here the locker room was quiet and that's the feeling that you want to have as a team, that yeah, we gave one away. But now we just gotta go back, watch the film, do our adjustments. We have one of the best teams in the East (the Celtics). We have a big one in two days. Get ready to compete there and hopefully we can win that one." Despite missing two starters, Boston stretched its home winning streak to six by beating Detroit 130-120 on Wednesday. The Celtics played without Jayson Tatum (right knee) and Jrue Holiday (left knee). Before Wednesday's game, Boston coach Joe Mazzulla said that Tatum -- who is listed as questionable for Friday -- would likely miss only one game. Holiday has missed the last two games but is not listed on the injury report for Friday's game. Detroit made a season-high 20 3-pointers on 39 attempts, including four in a row in the fourth quarter to cut a 20-point deficit to eight. "We just have to be better guarding the 3-point line," center Luke Kornet said. "The 3-point line -- that's what allowed them to get back into the game. The last few minutes we did a better job of that. That's what allowed us to get the win." Jaylen Brown had 28 points, six rebounds and nine assists for the reigning NBA champions. "I think he does a good job of trying to read the team ... who needs to get a touch, who we need to get going," said Kristaps Porzingis, who scored a season-high 26 points. "He's good at that. If he needs to take more responsibility and attack more and create more, he does that for us. "We already know what he gives us defensively, his physicality. When he's engaged like this, he's one of the best players in the league in my opinion. What we love about him is that he's going to make the right play and he's going to give the team what the team needs in that moment." Friday's game will be the teams' third meeting this season. The Celtics won 119-108 at home on Oct. 28 and prevailed 113-107 at Milwaukee on Nov. 10. --Field Level Media

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Why would Pankaja Munde swap bungalows for ‘jinxed’ Ramtek?NEWARK, N.J. – Maryland men’s basketball evened its record against Big East foes. Nine days after losing to No. 15 Marquette, the Terps sleptwalked through the first half before mounting a furious comeback in the second and stunning Villanova, 76-75, on Sunday afternoon in the Saatva Empire Classic at the Prudential Center. Freshman center Derik Queen scored 18 of his 22 points in the second half — including the game-winning free throws — and grabbed 11 rebounds to ignite Maryland’s rally. Junior point guard Ja’Kobi Gillespie added 10 of his 12 points in the same frame, senior power forward Julian Reese compiled 18 points and 10 rebounds and sophomore shooting guard Rodney Rice chipped in 16 points to help the team forget a on Nov. 15. The Terps (5-1) overcame a 14-point deficit in the first half exacerbated by an offense that connected on only 20% (2 of 10) of its 3-point shots in the first half and finished at 31.6% (6 of 19) for the game. Rice (3 of 8) was the only player to find the net from long distance more than once. Maryland turned the ball over 11 times in the same frame, which the Wildcats converted into 13 points. But in the second half, Maryland turned to Queen and Gillespie. The Baltimore native and five-star recruit scored eight straight points during a 3:03 stretch that included giving the team the lead, 57-55, for the first time since the score was 5-4 with 16:26 left in the first half. After Villanova recaptured the lead at 66-63, Gillespie stepped in. The Belmont transfer scored six consecutive points, including a 3-pointer that lifted the Terps into a 69-68 lead with 3:08 remaining. In the final 75 seconds, the game came down to Queen and Wildcats graduate student power forward Eric Dixon. Dixon, who reached the 20-point threshold for the sixth time in as many starts with 38 points on 15 of 29 shooting (including 5 of 11 from 3-point range) drained a 3 with 1:15 left to give Villanova a 73-72 lead. Queen responded with a layup at 0:58, while Dixon answered with a layup at 0:28. But Queen was fouled with 21.7 seconds remaining, and he nailed both free throws to give Maryland the 76-75 lead. Related Articles In the final seconds, sophomore guard Tyler Perkins and Dixon missed 3-pointers, and the Terps escaped with the victory. The 6-foot-8, 265-pound Dixon made his presence known early. He scored the game’s first bucket and then eight straight points to key an 11-0 run that lifted the Wildcats to a 15-5 lead with 13:25 left in the first half. Rice’s 3-pointer at the 13:13 mark snapped a 3:13 drought for the Terps, who got three free throws from Rice 30 seconds later to draw within 15-11. But that would be the closest they got in the first half to Villanova, which continually went to Dixon for offense. Dixon’s offensive rebound and putback with 3:34 left in the opening frame gave him 20 points and was part of a 9-0 spurt by the Wildcats, who enjoyed their largest advantage of the half at 38-24. Wednesday, 4:30 p.m. Big Ten Network 105.7 FM

The ensemble cast is led by the charismatic actor Wang Leehom, who brings his trademark charm and wit to the role of a bumbling but lovable protagonist. Joining him are a talented ensemble of actors and comedians, all of whom bring their unique talents to the table to create a film that is sure to leave audiences smiling.NoneBULAWAYO was abuzz with activity yesterday as last-minute Christmas shoppers thronged the city, creating a lively and bustling atmosphere while banking halls, supermarkets and beauty salons were packed. Vendors and businesses recorded brisk sales. In the central business district (CBD), long queues formed outside banks as people withdrew money to cover festive season expenses. Popular money transfer agents such as Hello Paisa, Mukuru, Homelink, and Western Union were overwhelmed with customers collecting remittances from relatives abroad. An elderly woman, Gogo Mpofu, expressed her joy after receiving money from her children overseas. “It’s heart-warming to receive something from our children abroad, especially during Christmas,” she said. Ms Sibongile Dube, who received money from her niece in Canada, said, “This will help me cover expenses and enjoy Christmas like everyone else.” Ms Joyce Muleya, a 69-year-old pensioner from Ntabazinduna, praised her bank for its reliable service. “CBZ has been consistent with pension deposits and the staff is always courteous,” she said. The city streets were heavily congested with vehicles and pedestrians while vendors at 4th Street marketplace enjoyed booming sales. “Christmas shopping has kept me busy all day. The most sought-after items are butternuts, potatoes, tomatoes and cucumbers,” said a vendor. Major supermarkets like OK, Pick n Pay and Greens were bustling, with shoppers pushing trolleys laden with groceries. Pushcart operators competed for space with cars, ferrying goods to taxi ranks and bus termini. Edgars Stores chief executive officer, Mr Sevious Mushosho, noted mixed business performance. “Volumes are slightly below expectations, possibly due to the drought and delayed salary payments for civil servants. We hope for better sales as the day progresses,” he said. Fast food outlets and shopping malls were similarly crowded while hiking spots were busy as travellers jostled for transport to different destinations. Beitbridge and Plumtree border posts were teeming with activity as Zimbabweans, popularly known as injiva, returned home to spend Christmas with their families. At Beitbridge Border Post, authorities deployed additional staff to manage the influx. Statistics from the Department of Immigration revealed that between December 16 and December 21, a total of 85 846 people entered Zimbabwe, with 75 096 being returning residents. Vehicle traffic was also high, with 3 087 light vehicles, 2 403 buses and 3 525 trucks crossing into the country. Assistant Regional Immigration Officer, Mrs Canisia Magaya, said they were handling an average of 13 976 entries daily. “Although traffic has surged, statistics show a slight decline compared to last year. We’ve deployed adequate personnel to ensure travellers do not spend long hours at the border,” she said. Travellers commended the introduction of the electronic Temporary Import Permit (eTIP) system, which streamlined vehicle clearance. “This is a game-changer and has significantly reduced waiting times,” said a traveller. Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Tourism and Hospitality Industry, Dr Takaruza Munyanyiwa, visited the border to assess operations. “Feedback from travellers has been positive. The categorisation of traffic lanes into cargo, buses, pedestrians and light vehicles has greatly improved efficiency,” he said. Plumtree Border Post saw similar activity as injiva crossed from Botswana. The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) extended operating hours to 24/7 during peak periods to expedite movement. “The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) advises members of the public who intend to use Plumtree/Ramokgwebana Border Post that operating hours have been extended to 24 hours on the dates listed below. The extension of operating hours is done to facilitate the movement of private travellers during the festive period between Zimbabwe and Botswana,”reads a Zimra statement. The 24-hour extension ended yesterday and will be operational again on the 4th and 5th of January 2025. Zimra also encouraged travellers to use the eTIP app for vehicle clearance, allowing for smoother border processes. The e-TIP is a mobile or web-based application that allows for the application of a TIP for a foreign-registered private motor vehicle prior to arriving at the port of entry. Raymond Jaravaza, MISS Princess Jira of Iminyela suburb in Bulawayo eagerly anticipates using the family’s individual toilet, constructed by the Bulawayo City Council two months ago. For years, dating back to the colonial era before Zimbabwe gained Independence in 1980, residents of Iminyela suburb relied on communal toilets shared by four families. It was [...] Thupeyo Muleya, A 37-YEAR-OLD man from Beitbridge has been arrested for smuggling 17 exotic pigeons worth US$3 400 into Zimbabwe through an illegal entry point along the Limpopo River. Peter Ncube, a resident of Dulivhadzimu suburb, was intercepted by security agents while crossing the river on a wooden raft near the ZimParks compound, which is [...] Mashudu Netsianda, THE High Court will on Monday next week hear the matter in which Citizens’ Coalition for Change (CCC) acting president, Professor Welshman Ncube, is challenging the party’s interim secretary-general, Mr Sengezo Tshabangu’s decision to fire party leaders from parliamentary posts. Prof Ncube, through his law firm Mathonsi Ncube Law Chambers, last week [...]

Chic travel accessories to take with you on your next flightThe British Columbia Hockey League hosted a special board of governors meeting this week to discuss ways to deal with the recent NCAA eligibility change, but one thing they didn't discuss was rejoining Hockey Canada. The league has seen a number of players depart the league this month for the Canadian Hockey League – or other major junior leagues – due to the NCAA's ruling on Nov. 7 that players suiting up in any of the three CHL leagues could continue on at the NCAA level. Prior to that decision, those who played in the CHL were not able to play at the NCAA level due to those leagues being considered semi-professional. The BCHL left Hockey Canada in 2023 and became an independent league. The mission at that time was to create a world-class junior league for players seeking NCAA and U Sports scholarships. It allowed the BCHL to recruit from a larger pool of players, as under Hockey Canada they could not recruit as heavily from other provinces and parts of the world. The BCHL also stated in 2023 that all player fees would be eliminated by the 2024-25 season. The BCHL's Board of Governors met on Wednesday to discuss league strategic planning in the ever-changing junior hockey landscape. "We are committed to providing the best path for young athletes to develop into NCAA Division I hockey players." DETAILS: https://t.co/KcKYcAZKFX pic.twitter.com/hbEASeKNwz According to Jesse Adamson, the director of communications for the BCHL, discussions about linking back with Hockey Canada are not on the table. "Being an independent league puts us in a much better situation to handle this change as it gives our league the autonomy to make regulation changes to adapt to the new landscape," he told Black Press Media. "Our governors are still very happy with the decision to become independent." The BCHL issed a press release on Friday morning (Nov. 22), stating that only a small percentage of players have left the league and other players have been brought in to replace them. They also reiterated that the BCHL has always been about player choice. Unlike the CHL, the BCHL does not hold a draft or tell players where to play. Players are recruited and can choose their own destination from the start of their junior hockey career. "There’s no doubt that this rule change has altered the landscape of junior hockey, but as our league has always done, we will adapt to the new regulations and continue to thrive,” stated BCHL commissioner Steven Cocker. "We will always be in favour of athletes doing what they think is best for their development.” BCHL board chairman Richard Murphy said he believes that, despite the changing landscape, the BCHL is still the best path for players to develop into NCAA Division I hockey players. He added that the league will continue to produce college-bound athletes for years to come. The release stated that the BCHL’s mandate going forward remains: unity and growth, players' choice, academics, independence, and meeting the needs of its athletes and of NCAA Division I programs. The BCHL also posted an FAQ following the meeting with more information. The FAQ states that the league has had multiple meetings with NCAA Division I programs and conferences and they all feel that this decision will not make the BCHL irrelevant. The FAQ added that the BCHL's high academic standards also makes players from the league more easy to recruit into the NCAA. The Chilliwack Chiefs have lost six players since the decision , with the West Kelowna Warriors and Penticton Vees both losing two. The Vees put out a statement on Friday (Nov. 22) after losing forward Casey Brown and defenceman Julien Wasmer to the CHL. “Casey came to us with a personal issue. He felt being closer to his family would be best and we fully support and respect his decision. We wish him all the best in Moose Jaw," said Fred Harbinson, Vees president, general manager and head coach "We are a few weeks away from getting two 20-year-old defencemen back from injury, and coupled with the outstanding play of our two young defencemen, Julien understood his role was going to be reduced. He looked for an opportunity with another team, rather than compete for a more favourable spot on our roster." Our roster now sits at 23 players after the departures of Casey Brown and Julien Wasmer. Click the link below for a statement from President, General Manager & Head Coach Fred Harbinson. Other players who have moved on since the decision include: Lukas McCloskey (Vernon Vipers), Robin Benoit (Sherwood Park Crusaders), Linden Burrett (Cowichan Valley Capitals), Thomas Belzil (Powell River Kings) and Liam Beamish (Salmon Arm Silverbacks).

Xiaomi to Launch its First SUV Named YU7, Expected to Hit the Market Next SummerCarbon monoxide poisoning can have serious health consequences, ranging from mild symptoms such as nausea and headache to more severe effects like unconsciousness and even death. It is essential for individuals to be aware of the dangers posed by this gas and take necessary precautions to protect themselves and others from harm.It’s the last weekend of the season for popular Dauphin County drive-inRadu's decision to leave Inter Milan in January comes as a surprise to many, as he had previously expressed his desire to stay and continue contributing to the team's success. However, it seems that the opportunity to play regular first-team football at Spezia was too good to pass up for the talented goalkeeper.

Man United's clash at Ipswich is halted due to a fire alarm 110 miles away at Stockley Park - with VAR going down just before Ruben Amorim concedes the FIRST goal of his Red Devils reignThe Los Angeles Clippers received a tough blow as starting point guard Patrick Beverley suffered a mild quadriceps tear during a recent game. The injury occurred in the second quarter when Beverley went up for a layup and landed awkwardly, clutching his thigh in pain. After being evaluated by the team's medical staff, it was confirmed that he had a slight tear in his quadriceps muscle.