As the debate rages on, one thing is clear: controversial moments like these will continue to spark discussion and debate among fans, players, and officials alike. In the end, the quest for fairness and accuracy in football remains a work in progress, with no easy answers in sight.Latest News | Atishi Visits Rangpuri Pahari to Take Stock of Civic Amenities Flagged by Delhi L-GMoreover, Sora's ability to generate personalized and interactive video experiences opens up new avenues for immersive storytelling and user engagement. Imagine being able to interact with characters in a video, explore virtual environments, or customize the narrative based on your preferences and choices. Sora's technology paves the way for a new era of dynamic and interactive content that blurs the line between fiction and reality.In conclusion, the case of the man who lost 20,000 in the 80,000 self-discipline challenge highlights the complexities and implications of such contests. It underscores the need for transparency, fairness, and clear guidelines in organizing and participating in self-discipline challenges to ensure a positive and enriching experience for all involved parties. As the legal proceedings continue, the outcome of this case will undoubtedly shape the future of self-discipline challenges and provoke further discussions on their value and impact.

I spent $1,500 at a wellness resort with ocean views and a personal guide. It's the only all-inclusive I'd return to.Ranchi: As winter tightens its grip on the state capital, the sharp drop in temperature has triggered an increase in demand for heating appliances , from room heaters to water dispensers. The unexpected cold weather conditions has prompted residents to scramble for warming solutions, creating a retail boom in the heating appliance sector. Local retailers report unprecedented sales of heating devices. "The demand for room heaters has tripled in the last two weeks. Customers are particularly interested in energy-efficient models that balance effectiveness with cost savings," said Sujit Kumar, owner of Khosla Electronics. Sanjay Kumar Agarwal of Annapurna Electrical stated, "Families, especially those with young children or elderly members, are focusing on creating warm indoor environments. Water dispensers with instant heating features are particularly popular for daily use." However, the supply chain is struggling to match the sudden surge in demand. Retailers are facing inventory challenges, leading to delayed shipments and temporary price surge. Popular models, particularly those with advanced features like remote control and energy-saving technology, have seen the most significant price hikes. Table fan heaters remain highly sought after, with prices ranging from Rs 900 to Rs 1,200. Despite the price surge, retailers expect the demand to remain strong throughout the winter season. "I wasn't expecting such intense cold this early. We had to invest in a good room heater to keep our home warm, especially at night," said Shubham Singh, a local resident. The unexpected cold wave has not only impacted consumer behaviour but has also highlighted the essential nature of heating appliances in modern urban living. As temperatures continue to drop, the heating appliance market in Ranchi shows no signs of cooling down.

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In conclusion, let us honor the memory of those who lost their lives in this senseless act of violence by redoubling our efforts to promote peace, justice, and reconciliation in Haiti and beyond. May their sacrifice serve as a catalyst for positive change and inspire us all to work towards a future where such tragedies are but a distant memory.

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The H40 Ultra Floor Scrubber is designed to constantly push the boundaries of cleaning technology, delivering exceptional performance that exceeds all expectations. Equipped with state-of-the-art features and cutting-edge technology, this machine is set to become the new standard in floor cleaning.ETHAN, S.D. — There are a lot of things going well at Ethan Elementary School. The school in Ethan, which boasts a population of around 350 in the southeast corner of Davison County, has an excellent attendance rate and student proficiency scores across the board that would be the envy of most any school in South Dakota. ADVERTISEMENT Those factors are all a reason the school was recently named a National ESEA Distinguished School. “Given the fact that there are at most only two per state, this one is pretty special,” said Tim Hawkins, superintendent and elementary principal for the Ethan School District. Ethan Elementary School and Timber Lake Elementary School are the only two South Dakota schools to receive the recognition in 2024. The recognition is bestowed by the National Association of Elementary and Secondary Education Act State Program Administrators, which recognizes schools that have a poverty rate of 35% or more, and demonstrate exceptional overall performance in academics, close the achievement gap between student groups or demonstrate excellence in serving special populations. It is the first time the school has received the award, Hawkins said, but not its only recent recognition for excellence. The school was named a National Blue Ribbon School in 2022 for its student scores, subgroup student scores and graduation rates, among other factors. The school was honored to receive that award, but the recent ESEA award is even more prestigious, with less than 100 bestowed on schools around the nation in 2024. “Like we told the kids when we found out about it, there were, I believe, 382 schools that received the National Blue Ribbon School award. But we are one of only 99 to receive this, so yeah, that’s pretty special,” Hawkins said. ADVERTISEMENT Ethan Elementary School is being recognized for its performance in Category 1 of the award, which covers schools exhibiting exceptional student performance and academic growth. Part of that excellence is the school’s high attendance rate. Ethan Elementary School holds a 97% attendance rate. That’s well over the state average of 87% and means the elementary school’s roughly 160 students, out of an overall K-12 enrollment of about 300, are almost always in class and ready to learn. Hawkins, who said that percentage could have been even higher if not for a couple of students who dealt with extended illnesses last year, gives credit to district parents for putting a high value on attendance and education in general. “You have to be present if you’re going to learn. It’s really difficult if you’re not in the building to hear all the things that are being talked about, and seeing the different things being presented,” Hawkins said. “It really comes down to the parents. They’ve got to be willing to get their kids to school, and we’re really proud of our parents down here in our school district, because they do value education and they do make sure they get their kids to school.” The attendance rate for both Ethan Elementary School and Timber Lake Elementary School, which logged a 99% attendance rate, were cited as examples by South Dakota Department of Education officials as to why they outperform their peers in fighting absenteeism. Joe Graves, secretary of education for South Dakota, praised both schools for their performance in the category. “Both Ethan Elementary and Timber Lake Elementary are examples of academic excellence, and can be deservedly called Distinguished Schools,” Graves said in a statement. “One of the keys to their success comes in the form of strong attendance. These students are consistently in school.” ADVERTISEMENT Good attendance means students rarely fall behind in their studies, and Ethan Elementary’s academic performance during the 2023-24 school year reflects a student population that is up on their studies and doing well on tests. Students at Ethan Elementary School posted proficiency scores of 69% in English Language Arts, 78% in math and 79% in science. That’s well above the state average for South Dakota students, who logged average proficiency scores of 51% in English Language Arts, 44% in math and 43% in science. If the bulk of the credit for getting students to class on a regular basis goes to the district parents, the credit for effectively getting lessons across to students in the classroom goes to the teachers, Hawkins said. “It definitely comes down to your teaching staff first. The staff that we have here – they take pride. They have expectations, and they take pride in trying to reach those expectations,” Hawkins said. “And they do a phenomenal job getting that across to our kids. To not settle, to do their absolute best. Our teachers are phenomenal at getting that point across to them.” The student body and faculty were on hand for a special presentation on the honor Tuesday, Nov. 26 at the school gymnasium. There, officials with the South Dakota Department of Education offered remarks and congratulations to the school on its success. Shannon Malone, director for the division of learning and instruction at the South Dakota Department of Education, told the assembled audience that both students and teachers at the district had reason to be proud of their accomplishments. She added that Ethan Elementary’s proficiency test scores were “incredible.” Malone told the Mitchell Republic following the presentation that such celebrations were an exciting time for officials with the South Dakota Department of Education. ADVERTISEMENT “It is exciting. It’s evident that this school has a great culture and a great environment when students and staff want to show up day in and day out, but it’s also evident every single year their test scores are rising to the top across the state, in both ELA and math. I think they are an example that we can showcase to other schools across the state what hard work and perseverance means,” Malone said. “(Ethan Elementary is) just doing a great job.” The recognition is a nice affirmation of the hard work the elementary students and staff put in, but the award is a district-wide honor, Hawkins said. There is a close connection between the middle school and high school students and the elementary students, which is itself a reflection of the overall support that comes from the Ethan community itself. It all starts at home with the parents and flows through the town and halls of the schools, he said. Following the presentation Tuesday, Hawkins said students would get a chance to celebrate with some relaxation time, perhaps a few board games and other activities. It’s a well-earned break leading into the Thanksgiving holiday, and one for which every Rustler can be proud of. “We’re going to give them an opportunity to do what they would like, and it’s going to be school-wide. We get everybody involved, even though it was our elementary school (that received the recognition), our junior high and high school kids do so many things with our elementary school,” Hawkins said. “So it truly is a school-wide event.

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MILLIONS of Americans will not receive their Social Security checks on the usual date this month. However the good news is that because of Christmas , they will come through a day earlier than expected. The payments , worth up to $4,873, will hit bank accounts on December 24 because of the way the holidays fall this year. This change affects people who usually receive their money on the fourth Wednesday of every month, which in December is Christmas Day. And with pretty much everything closed for business over the holiday, it means recipients will receive their checks or direct payment to their bank accounts on Christmas Eve. It won’t affect all beneficiaries though, as how Social Security payments are distributed across the US depends on birth dates. Read more on social security Those with birthdays from the 1st until 10th of the month receive their money on the second Wednesday of each month. Recipients born on the 11th until the 20th are paid on the third Wednesday every month. Finally, people with a birthday falling from the 21st until the 31st of the month receive their social security payment on the fourth Wednesday of each month. SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME Americans who receive supplemental security income (SSI) will face a second change at the end of the year. Most read in Money This benefit is paid to recipients on the first of the month – which of course in January is New Year’s Day . As this is a holiday, payments will be made the day before, meaning recipients will receive the first payment of 2025 on the last day of 2024. What’s more, the maximum monthly SSI payment on December 31 will be $967, rather than the $943 max seen so far this year. This is because the annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2025 kicks in from January. It represents a 2.5% increase to the monthly distribution and is based on inflation rates, as well as on what the government decides individuals need. Social Security provides a source of income when you retire or if you cannot work due to a disability. There are four main types of Social Security benefits: Retirement - a monthly check that replaces part of your income when you reduce your hours or stop working altogether. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or “disability” provides monthly payments to people who have a disability that stops or limits their ability to work. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) - provides monthly payments to people with disabilities and older adults who have little or no income or resources. Survivor benefits - monthly payments to eligible family members of people who worked and paid Social Security taxes before they died. Supplemental Security Income is paid to individuals and couples age 65 and older, people with disabilities and those with limited income and resources. To qualify you need to have less than $2,000 in assets ($3,000 for a couple). BANK AND POST OFFICE CLOSURES Along with many retailers, banks and post offices will be closed on Christmas Day. They will generally be open on Christmas Eve, but may be working to reduced opening times. The USPS is shutting all of its post offices for Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, with services back to normal on December 26 and January 2. It confirms though that its offices will be open on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve, but advises customers to check with their local branch for holiday hours. Some banks will be open on Christmas Eve, including some branches of Bank of America , Citibank and Capital One , according to USA Today . Again check with your local branch for up-to-date opening times. The SSA has a helpful calendar that shows the schedule for social security payments. Read More on The US Sun Social Security and money expert Shalae Morgan spoke to the US Sun and shared how delaying your benefits could earn you $26,000 more annually . She also noted two common mistakes that could lose you $1,000s in social security and three tricks to plan ahead.Topline Elon Musk added more than $10 billion to his net worth Wednesday as Tesla’s shares rose to a new high amid a broader surge for tech stocks, as analysts have held optimism for the automaker in the weeks since the election. Key Facts Get Forbes Breaking News Text Alerts: We’re launching text message alerts so you'll always know the biggest stories shaping the day’s headlines. Text “Alerts” to (201) 335-0739 or sign up here . Big Number Nearly 75%. That’s how much Tesla shares have increased since Nov. 4, the day before the presidential election, in what Stifel analyst Stephen Gengaro called a “crazy month” for the stock. A Trump administration likely “bodes very well for Tesla,” Gengaro wrote, suggesting Tesla has a “clearer path” to regulatory approval for its Full-Self Driving programs and self-driving robotaxis. Forbes Valuation Musk has a fortune valued at $428 billion , according to Forbes’ latest estimates. Musk is the first person to have an estimated net worth above $400 billion, after Forbes confirmed SpaceX and its investors bought back insiders’ shares in a deal valuing the company at $350 billion. That valuation boosted Musk’s roughly 42% stake in SpaceX to $147 billion, an increase of 60% from SpaceX’s previous tender offer that valued the firm at $210 billion. Tesla’s stock bump on Wednesday added $10.7 billion. Key Background Tesla’s recent market surge runs parallel with Musk’s increasingly close relationship with Trump’s campaign. The world’s wealthiest man spent more than $270 million to help Trump get elected, after Musk became a more vocal supporter of the president-elect after a failed assassination attempt on Trump during a campaign rally in July. Musk joined Trump in meetings with world leaders, appeared at campaign events and was tapped by Trump to lead the Department of Government Efficiency alongside former Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy. The Tesla CEO told investors in October he would use his relationship to help establish a “federal approval process for autonomous vehicles,” as approvals currently happen at the state level. Further Reading CORRECTION (12/11): This article has been updated to note Nov. 4 was the day before the presidential election.