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The success of Lee Kang-In's jersey sales both in physical stores and online is a testament to his appeal not just as a footballer, but as a cultural icon. His ability to connect with fans on a personal level and engage with them through various platforms has helped him build a strong and loyal fan base. This loyal following is not only reflected in the sales of his jerseys but also in the attendance at PSG matches where Lee Kang-In's presence is eagerly anticipated.
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A humanitarian crisis in Gaza has resulted in Australia supporting a reinvigorated push for a ceasefire and aid to flow at scale. The United Nations General Assembly overwhelmingly voted to support a permanent and unconditional ceasefire, the release of hostages, the delivery of humanitarian aid and the protection of civilians. The motion passed with 158 members voting in support and nine against, with 13 abstaining at an emergency session on Thursday. The humanitarian crisis was a key factor in Australia's vote, with more than 44,000 people killed in Gaza, including more than 13,000 children. Nearly all of the strip's 2.1 million people have lost their homes and don't have enough food, water or medical supplies. Australia's ambassador to the UN James Larsen said the demand for full, rapid, safe and unhindered humanitarian assistance to Gaza was urgent as he branded the human human suffering unbearable. "Israel must take urgent action to alleviate this humanitarian crisis," he said. But the resolution's shortcomings included not demanding a conditional ceasefire and failing to unequivocally condemn Hamas, Mr Larsen said as he called for the designated terrorist group to lay down arms. "There can be no role for terrorists in the future governance of Gaza," he said. Australia also voted to support the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) in a second motion that passed with 159 in support, nine against and 11 abstaining. The motion called for the Israeli Knesset to reverse laws banning the agency from operating in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territory, which include Gaza and the West Bank. Foreign Minister Penny Wong has repeatedly stated the agency was the only one with the capability to distribute aid at the scale needed in Gaza. Israel's ambassador to the UN said the agency had been infiltrated by Hamas - something it denies - and accused the general assembly of ignoring the hostages taken by the terrorist organisation on October 7. Mr Larsen expressed grave concern over Israel's laws, saying while the resolution wasn't perfect, "limiting UNRWA's operations will only exacerbate an already terrible humanitarian crisis". Opposition home affairs spokesman James Paterson chastised the votes, saying the federal government's lack of support for Israel translated into anti-Semitism in Australia as people linked the Jewish community to Israel. "They don't draw any distinction between Israel and Jews, so when the Australian government abandons or even worse, vilifies Israel, anti-Semites take encouragement from that," he told Sky News. It follows a number of anti-Semitism crimes including the firebombing of a Melbourne synagogue - being investigated as a likely terrorist attack - and anti-Israel graffiti sprayed on a building before a car was set on fire in Sydney. Senator Paterson also attacked UNRWA after a handful of staff members were fired for being involved in Hamas' terror attack, saying it was "unreformable" and Australia shouldn't be providing funding. Australia suspended funding after the allegations and only reinstated it with a probity agreement attached and intelligence agencies determined it wasn't a terrorist organisation.Business lessons from Salt Typhoon
AP Trending SummaryBrief at 5:02 p.m. ESTEL PASO, Texas (AP) — Ahamad Bynum scored 19 points off of the bench to help lead UTEP over Seattle U 88-72 on Saturday night. Bynum shot 7 of 9 from the field and 3 of 3 from the free-throw line for the Miners (6-2). Otis Frazier III added 18 points while going 6 of 9 from the floor, including 2 for 3 from 3-point range, and 4 for 4 from the line while he also had five assists. Kevin Kalu had 13 points and shot 5 of 6 from the field and 3 for 3 from the line. The Redhawks (3-6) were led in scoring by Paris Dawson, who finished with 18 points and two steals. Seattle U also got 14 points and eight rebounds from Matthew-Alexander Moncrieffe. John Christofilis had 13 points. UTEP took the lead with 18:55 left in the first half and never looked back. The score was 48-23 at halftime, with Frazier racking up 12 points. UTEP extended its lead to 77-49 during the second half, fueled by a 7-0 scoring run. Bynum scored a team-high 12 points in the second half as their team closed out the win. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .
The Lagos state politics is taking a major turn ahead of the 2027 governorship election in the state By counting, no less than six interested persons have surfaced, including Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Tinubu, in the race to succeed Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu The 2027 governorship election is another battle for the survival of the APC in Lagos state, considering the shake-up the party experienced in the 2023 presidential election Don't miss out! Join Legit.ng's Sports News channel on WhatsApp now! The year 2027 is another moment when many Nigerians will troop out to vote for new leaders. Though 2027 looked like three years away, the politicians are forward-looking, with their mission intact. Lagos state is focused on who will succeed Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. The state requires nothing more than leadership. Lagos is Africa's commercial and industrial hub and the largest subnational economy. According to This Day, the permutation for the Lagos race is also a battle for the All Progressives Congress (APC), considering the fact that the party had held power in the state since the return of democracy in 1999. Read also Just In: Tinubu directs $2.5bn investment to Borgu, kingdom that made him Jagaban Here are the potential candidates for the Lagos governorship in 2027 under the APC: PAY ATTENTION: Legit.ng Needs Your Help! Take our Survey Now and See Improvements at LEGIT.NG Tomorrow Senator Tokunbo Abiru Senator Tokunbo Abiru is a top contender from Lagos East. He's a Muslim with little exposure to politics but has a strong background as a technocrat. Abiru worked as a commissioner in the Lagos state government under former Governor Babatunde Fashola. His experience and connections make him a strong candidate for the position. Hakeem Muri Okunola (HMO) Dr. Hakeem Muri Okunola, also known as HMO, is another strong contender. He was the immediate past Head of Service in Lagos State and has worked as a private secretary to Bola Tinubu, both as governor and president. Although zoning doesn't favour him, his connection to Tinubu could be an advantage. Honorable Femi Gbajabiamila The current Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, Honourable Femi Gbajabiamila, is also in the running. Read also 2027: Makinde finally responds as Ganduje mentions 2 key states APC is targeting However, his lack of experience working in the Lagos government and his reputation as a core politician might make him less likely to get the nod from Tinubu. Akinwunmi Ambode Akinwunmi Ambode, the former Governor of Lagos, is being pushed by some residents to return as governor in 2027. His experience and previous track record make him a viable candidate 2. Seyi Tinubu Seyi Tinubu, the son of Bola Tinubu, is also mentioned as a potential candidate. However, his lack of experience and perceived dynasty politics might work against him. Mudashiru Obasa Obasa is the current speaker of the Lagos state House of Assembly and has been rumoured to be nursing the ambition as well. However, the influential lawmaker recently clarified his governorship ambition, stating that he has the potential to govern the state. PAY ATTENTION : Legit.ng Needs Your Opinion! That's your chance to change your favourite news media. Fill in a short questionnaire Source: Legit.ngIn a shocking and tragic incident, a famous American internet celebrity's body was found thrown away in the Philippines, raising concerns about the difficulties in retrieving the remains. This incident has not only sparked outrage but has also shed light on the dangers that influencers and social media personalities may face while traveling abroad.
Big 12's Yormark brings up hard choices for fans before sparsely attended title game ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — College football fans are facing some hard choices in the expanded playoff system with some teams set to play away from home multiple times. Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark raised that point before the sparsely attended title game between No. 12 Arizona State and 16th-ranked Iowa State. There were thousands of empty seats at the home of the Dallas Cowboys. Yormark says he remains committed to having a Big 12 title game. Besides the issues of fans, there have been suggestions that some leagues might be better off without title games as it relates to playoff hopes. Boise State makes the College Football Playoff as Big 12's 1st-round bye chances dim INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The first big win in college football’s postseason goes to Boise State. The have Broncos captured the Mountain West Conference title and earned their spot in the sport’s first 12-team playoff. As for the losers, there was UNLV, which fell 21-7 to Heisman hopeful Ashton Jeanty and the Broncos in the conference title game. But more than that, it was the Big 12, which saw one path to a first-round bye in those playoffs blocked off by Jeanty and Company. Lindsey Vonn competes in a pair of downhills, another step on her comeback trail at the age of 40 COPPER MOUNTAIN, Colo. (AP) — Lindsey Vonn finished in the middle of the pack in a pair of lower-level downhill events as she competed for the first time in nearly six years. The 40-year-old Vonn is on the comeback trail after stepping away from the sport because of injuries. Vonn wasn't concerned with times and places in the races so much as getting used to the speed again and gaining the necessary points to compete on the World Cup circuit. Vonn accomplished both, finishing 24th in the first downhill race of the day and 27th in the second. She posted on social media after the FIS races she had enough points to enter World Cup events. Man City drops more points after draw with Crystal Palace Manchester City’s Premier League title defense has taken another blow after a 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace. Four-time defending champion City ended a seven-game winless run on Wednesday by beating Nottingham Forest. But City has dropped more points on Saturday after the draw at Selhurst Park. It could have been worse for City after Palace led twice. Pep Guardiola’s team is fourth in the standings and eight points behind leader Liverpool. Liverpool has a game in hand after its derby with Everton was postponed due to a storm. Amber Glenn becomes first US woman in 14 years to win figure skating Grand Prix Final GRENOBLE, France (AP) — Amber Glenn has become the first American to win the women’s Grand Prix Final competition since Alissa Czisny 14 years ago. Glenn landed a triple axel on her way to a total score of 212.07 points to beat Japan's Mone Chiba and triple world champion Kaori Sakamoto. That continues a stunning breakout season at the age of 25 for Glenn. The U.S. could win two more titles later Saturday. Ilia Malinin leads the men’s event ahead of the free skate and Madison Chock and Evan Bates lead the ice dance. Norris takes pole for season-ending Abu Dhabi GP and Hamilton 18th in Mercedes farewell ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Lando Norris took pole position for the last Formula 1 race of the season alongside teammate Oscar Piastri to put McLaren on the verge of a first constructors’ title in 26 years. Norris’ last lap put him .209 of a second faster than Piastri, with Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz Jr. .020 further back. Seven-time F1 champion Hamilton qualified 18th for his last race with Mercedes after a bizarre incident wrecked his final qualifying lap. A plastic pole marking the inside of a corner was knocked loose by Kevin Magnussen’s Haas and Hamilton drove over it. Everton vs. Liverpool postponed because of Storm Darragh. Other Premier League games remain on LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — The Merseyside derby between Everton and Liverpool has been postponed because of Storm Darragh's dangerous winds and heavy rain on the west coast. The Met office says parts of Wales have experienced wind gusts of over 90 mph. The four other Premier League games Saturday remained on as planned. Manchester United will host Nottingham Forest at 5:30 p.m. local time at Old Trafford. The remaining games start at 3 p.m. local time. Aston Villa hosts Southampton and urged fans to use extra time to get to Villa Park in Birmingham. In London, Brentford will host Newcastle, and Crystal Palace will host Manchester City. Ashton Jeanty lets his play do the talking for CFP-bound Boise State BOISE, Idaho (AP) — After Ashton Jeanty streaked through the middle of UNLV’s defense on his way to a 75-yard touchdown run Friday night in the Mountain West Conference title game, he didn’t strike the Heisman pose. He didn’t even lobby for it after the game, instead letting his play do the talking in No. 10 Boise State's 21-7 victory over No. 19 UNLV 21-7. Jeanty added another 209 yards — his sixth game over 200 yards this season — to push his total to 2,497 — just 132 yards short of passing Barry Sanders’ FBS season rushing record. The Broncos earned a spot in the College Football Playoff with the victory. No. 24 Army wins AAC championship in first attempt as Daily runs for 4 TDs in 35-14 win over Tulane WEST POINT, N.Y. (AP) — Bryson Daily rushed for four touchdowns to tie the American Athletic Conference championship game record, and No. 24 Army completed a perfect first season in the league by beating Tulane 35-14. Kanye Udoh rushed for 158 yards, including a 72-yarder to set up a Daily TD, and a score. Daily added 126 yards on the ground for the Black Knights, who overwhelmed AAC opponents with their bruising, clock-eating rushing attack during their first around the league, then ran it to perfection in the championship game. Army moved to 11-1. Daily had runs of 5, 3, 4 and 7 yards. NFL ends investigation into sexual assault allegations against Browns QB Deshaun Watson CLEVELAND (AP) — The NFL has closed an investigation into sexual assault allegations against Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson. The league has been reviewing the case for months, trying to determine whether Watson should be punished. League spokesman Brian McCarthy said in an email that "there was insufficient evidence to support a finding of a violation of the personal conduct policy.” Watson, who served an 11-game suspension in 2022, was accused of assault by a woman in September. She was seeking more than $1 million in damage before the sides reached a confidential settlement. Watson has played in just 19 games over three seasons for the Browns. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.The game's success can be attributed to its competitive nature, which pits players against each other in a battle for survival until only one remains. With regular updates and new features being introduced, PUBG maintains its relevance in the gaming community and remains a popular choice for both casual and hardcore gamers alike.As Xiaomi continues to expand its product lineup beyond smartphones and into various smart home devices, the tech giant has now set its sights on the automotive industry with the launch of its first SUV model, the YU7. The unique aspect of this new vehicle is its name, which is to be pronounced as "Y-U-7", showcasing Xiaomi's innovative approach to both technology and branding.
December 12, 2024 This article has been reviewed according to Science X's editorial process and policies . Editors have highlightedthe following attributes while ensuring the content's credibility: fact-checked trusted source proofread by University of the Basque Country In response to the millions of tons of marine litter, mostly plastics, floating on the oceans, the need to manage this waste effectively is more urgent than ever. Faced with this reality, the UPV/EHU's Materials + Technologies research group decided to take a first step. "We assessed a practical approach: the possibility of integrating plastics collected from the sea into the urban waste system. This pioneering study, which is part of a Ph.D. thesis, explores the possibility of managing this waste efficiently in current urban recycling infrastructures," explained Cristina Peña, lecturer in the Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering at the Faculty of Engineering, Gipuzkoa (UPV/EHU) and author of the work published in the journal Waste Management Bulletin . Unlike municipal solid waste , marine litter does not yet have a systematized management system; it is managed on a very ad hoc basis and within the framework of very specific projects. "It is important to bear in mind that this waste, having been at sea, has a level of degradation that is significantly different from, for example, a bottle deposited in a yellow container under normal conditions. So our starting point and key question was precisely this: Does the level of degradation of marine waste prevent it from being classified in an urban waste management process?" Amaia Mendoza, a researcher in the UPV/EHU's Materials + Technologies research group, pointed out. "In this work, we used identical PET plastic water bottles of the same brand to assess the effects of various environmental conditions. We divided the bottles into two batches: the first batch was left in the open air for nine months, simulating exposure on a beach or rocky coast, and the second batch was submerged in the sea for the same period. We saw that the submerged bottles underwent increased chemical degradation, while those exposed to the open air on the 'shore' remained in a better state." This approach allowed them to analyze how the degradation process varies according to marine conditions and how each type of waste responds in different environments. The researchers then simulated how these materials would be managed in an urban solid waste treatment plant by comparing them with the same bottles that had not undergone degradation to see if the automatic separation equipment in these plants would be able to identify and separate the plastic bottles of marine origin. "To find out, we conducted tests using an optical separation system, a type of technology that automatically classifies materials according to their composition, and we saw that the effectiveness of separating the bottles of marine origin—both those exposed to the open air and those submerged in the sea—was very high, comparable to that of bottles from urban waste," said Mendoza. "These results indicate that the treatment of marine bottles in these plants is feasible and could be successfully implemented. The state of degradation is crucial when determining the feasibility of subsequently recycling them," said the UPV/EHU researchers. The authors of the work say that "the study has achieved an important breakthrough by demonstrating that PET plastic bottles of marine and urban origin can be separated in a joint process, thus establishing a first step in an area with huge potential for development." It also "opens up the way to exploring the automatic separation of other plastics present in marine litter, such as polypropylene or polyethylene, in urban waste treatment plants," added Mendoza. The UPV/EHU team stresses that this work set out to evaluate the possibility of upgrading marine litter by making it attractive as a usable raw material. "If we manage to find practical applications and encourage the industrial development of these materials, collecting them will also become attractive. The more efficient and viable the management of this litter is, the greater the incentive to use it and, consequently, the greater the interest in collecting it from the sea," said Peña. More information: A. Mendoza et al, Industrial optical sorting for marine plastic litter management, Waste Management Bulletin (2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.wmb.2024.10.002 Provided by University of the Basque CountryThe Chinese women’s volleyball team's success under Lang Ping's guidance has not only brought glory to the nation but also inspired millions of people to believe in the power of teamwork, determination, and passion. Lang Ping's legacy transcends sports, serving as a beacon of hope and inspiration for all who dare to dream big and work hard to achieve their goals.
On the other hand, there are those who believe that James' unparalleled basketball IQ and leadership qualities make him invaluable to the Lakers, regardless of the number of minutes he plays. They point to his track record of delivering in crucial moments and leading his team to victory, even when facing adversity. For them, James' presence on the court is essential for the Lakers' chances of winning games and competing for a championship.The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance and accountability when it comes to ensuring the safety of our children. It is crucial for parents, teachers, and authorities to work together to create a safe and secure environment for our young ones, where their privacy and well-being are always protected.Green Courte Partners Acquires Active-Adult Community Located in Atlanta, Georgia, MSAThe Edmonton Oilers will see the return of Philip Broberg and Dylan Holloway tonight as they host the St. Louis Blues, and Oilers reporter Mark Spector has fans riled up by blaming coach Jay Woodcroft for losing them. Broberg and Holloway left in the offseason via offer sheets to the Blues , with Broberg citing a need for more ice time and issues with player development in Edmonton. In a new article for Sportsnet, Mark Spector has assigned Jay Woodcroft some of the blame for those issues with development. - Mark Spector Oilers Fans Riled Up at Who To Blame For Losing Broberg and Holloway Oilers fans are quite riled up at Spector's take on Broberg's problem with player development. While Broberg did see reduced ice time in his opportunities with the Oilers, it was because he was entirely blocked by veterans that GM Ken Holland had committed to - Ekholm, Nurse, and Kulak. Forcing Broberg to play his offside and then expecting elite results was never putting him in a position for success, so Woodcroft expanded with an 11 forwards and 7 defence approach - a fine lineup that the Oilers still use if they have a better 7th defenceman than a 12th forward. If the Oilers were ever serious about keeping Broberg long term and putting him in a position to succeed, Ken Holland should've committed with a contract when Broberg was in the AHL , and then trade Nurse or Kulak at a later date. Oilers fans took to social media to show their shock about Ken Holland avoiding the real blame for losing the RFAs. One fan rightfully pointed out that if Broberg had just stayed in the AHL, he wouldn't have been eligible for the offer sheet. It can never be the coach's fault that a rookie like Broberg was put onto a crowded roster on a playoff-chasing team. It was inevitable Broberg would want to leave, and Oilers president Jeff Jackson admitted that management mistakes destroyed the relationship with Broberg. The Edmonton Oilers may regret losing a player like Philip Broberg for years to come. In 15 games with St. Louis, he's already set career highs with 2 goals, 12 points, and is playing an effective two-way game on the top pair. It looks like the Oilers lost out on a bona-fide star. This article first appeared on Oilers Daily and was syndicated with permission.
MANCHESTER CITY really do have a mountain to climb to get back to where they once were. This game – played in the shadow of the Alps - showed just how far they have fallen since the end of October. Dusan Vlahovic’s header – which somehow squeezed past Ederson – and Weston McKennie’s volley mean it is now one win in 10 for Pep Guardiola’s men Seven of those have been defeats and now the boss has to pick his weary troops up for Sunday’s Manchester derby. In recent years, they have made light work of the Champions League groups – effortlessly gliding through. Yet when the competition returns in a month’s time, a finish in the top 24 is by no means guaranteed. Their next game is at old foes Paris Saint-Germain, who also need the points – followed by a home game against Club Brugge. From kings of Europe 18 months ago to scrambling to make the Last 16 play offs is a sobering fall from grace. And right now City look completely devoid of confidence – shipping goals alarmingly at the back while struggling to take their chances at the other end. It has been a nightmare six weeks for Pep - who don't forget signed a new two-year contract in the middle of all the chaos. BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKER S A trip to Turin might look daunting but Juve have lost four their last six European games at their Allianz Stadium. Thiago Motta’s men started out a couple of places behind City in the table – clinging on to a place in the play-offs by their fingertips. Guardiola recalled his first-choice keeper Ederson, who had paid the price for his erratic display in the last Champions League game against Feyenoord . That result – when they threw away a three-goal lead in 15 astonishing minutes – had left their place in this tournament beyond January in some doubt. Pep had once again had to patch up his team – playing Rico Lewis as a left back after his eventful day at Selhurst Park on Saturday. City were seeing plenty of the ball which is what Guardiola had asked of them before the game – suggesting they needed to go back to basics. But they were struggling to create much and at the other end they were relieved to see a shot from Kenan Yildiz drift just wide. The Turkish winger also showed City skipper Kyle Walker a clean pair of heels on more than one occasion. England defender Walker can no longer rely on his pace as he used to and this time he had Ruben Dias to thank for making a key block. Meanwhile, City failed to record an effort of note in the opening half hour – the first time that has happened in a European game in four years. Erling Haaland saw an effort blocked by Teun Koopmeiners before it ricocheted into the grateful arms of Michele di Gregorio. The pair were face to face again moments later as the Norwegian ran onto a trademark pass from Kevin De Bruyne. He tried to lift it over the home keeper who got enough on it to keep it out and the best chance of the half was gone. The City boss would have been pleased with the amount of possession his team had – but slightly concerned how little they had created and how pedestrian they looked at times. Meanwhile after shipping seven goals in their previous two matches in this competition, at least they had kept the home team at bay. Guardiola knew failure to win here would have put their hopes of finishing in the top eight and qualifying automatically for the Last 16 almost out of the question. A two legged play-off in February is the last thing a squad that has already stretched by injuries needs. Not surprisingly, City’s best moments came from De Bruyne and his low cross soon after the restart found Ilkay Gundogan – but the German’s tame effort was blocked. And the two misses proved costly with Juventus taking the lead as Federico Gatti’s acrobatic effort was pushed away by Ederson. Josko Gvardiol made a hash of clearing his lines and Yildiz swung the ball back over. Vlahovic got up highest and while Ederson scooped it around the post, goaline technology said it had already crossed the line. It was a matter of millimetres but it was a poor goal to concede and another error by Gvardiol, who is having a miserable time right now. City knew they had to snap into action and they did – but Juventus were throwing everything in the way to protect their lead. Bernardo Silva saw a good chance blocked while De Bruyne’s long-range effort fizzed just past the post. Di Gregorio dived full stretch to push Gundgan’s effort from the edge of the box around the post. But as they pushed for an equaliser they were caught on the break as sub Timothy Weah – son of former City player George – broke down the right. His cross made its way to US international team-mate McKennie whose volley had too much on it for Ederson.RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina's elections board dismissed formal protests Wednesday by several Republican candidates who trailed narrowly in their races last month and had questioned well over 60,000 ballots cast this fall. The State Board of Elections' decisions sided with the Democratic candidates, including those for a state Supreme Court seat and a key General Assembly seat. These matters are now expected to be resolved in the courts. The board voted in favor of denying the protests of GOP Supreme Court candidate Jefferson Griffin, who after a recent statewide machine recount trailed Associate Justice Allison Riggs by 734 votes from over 5.5 million ballots cast. No additional recounts had been ordered after a partial hand recount completed Tuesday failed to suggest that Griffin could catch up to Riggs. Riggs is one of only two Democrats on the seven-member court, which has been a partisan flash point in the state over the past two years in court battles involving redistricting, photo voter identification and other voting rights. The board on Wednesday considered protests filed by Griffin, a current Court of Appeals judge, and three candidates for the General Assembly covering three categories of voting. Those categories included votes cast by people with voter registration records lacking driver’s licenses or containing partial Social Security numbers; overseas voters who have never lived in the U.S. but whose parents were deemed North Carolina residents; and military or overseas voters who did not provide copies of photo identification with their ballots. The board is composed of three Democrats and two Republicans. In three of four dismissal motions Wednesday, the votes were 3-2 along party lines. The vote on the other motion was unanimous. Riggs' campaign has said that she is the winner and that Griffin should concede immediately. Speaking after the hearing, Riggs mentioned that her parents were among the 60,000 voters whose votes were being challenged, and “I can personally attest they are in fact lawful votes." Griffin didn't immediately respond to an email seeking comment on the decisions. State Republican Party Chairman Jason Simmons said in a news release that the “board’s continued efforts to engineer political outcomes for Democrats is shameful" and suggested appeals could be ahead. Another candidate protester is GOP Rep. Frank Sossamon, who trailed Democratic challenger Bryan Cohn. A Cohn victory would mean Republicans fall one seat short of retaining their current veto-proof majority for the next two-year General Assembly starting next month. The board could have ultimately ordered corrected ballot tallies, more recounts or new elections if it determined the evidence showed election law violations or irregularities called into question the results of the protested elections. Scores of protests filed by Griffin and the legislative candidates are still being considered by county boards. During Wednesday's hearing, Riggs' attorneys urged the state board to throw out the protests. They called that an illegal attempt to change the election rules after votes have been cast and counted and out of line with protest rules. “The voters that protesters are challenging here today unquestionably are eligible voters,” said Will Robertson, an attorney representing the three Democratic legislative candidates and the state Democratic Party. “These protests are not only facially invalid but they’re an affront to democracy and to the rule of law in North Carolina.” Citing the state constitution, attorneys for Griffin argued that elections boards cannot count the ballots of people who have never lived in North Carolina. And they said the state board erred by generating voter registration forms that did not make clear that state law requires an applicant to provide one of the identifying numbers. “We filed these protests because we believe the winners of these elections should be determined by eligible voters and only be eligible voters,” Craig Schauer, an attorney for Griffin and GOP legislative candidates, told the board. In addition to the substance of the protests, Democratic board members also threw out the protests because they determined that voters did not receive appropriate legal notice that their votes were being challenged. Griffin sent postcards to a voter or the “current resident” stating that “your vote may be affected” by a protest, according to legal briefs and evidence. It included a QR code that mobile phone users could visit to obtain information. Democrats said people may have thrown the postcard away or considered it a scam. The state board's decisions came days after the state Democratic Party sued in federal court to block the State Board of Elections from ruling in any way to throw out the disputed ballots. Griffin led Riggs by about 10,000 votes on election night, but that lead dwindled and flipped to Riggs as qualifying provisional and absentee ballots were added to the totals. Gary D. Robertson, The Associated Press
Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump's recent remarks on Ukraine's NATO aspirations have been widely criticized as lacking substance and credibility. Trump, who is no longer in office, commented on the issue in a recent interview, calling Zelensky's efforts to join NATO "meaningless" and suggesting that Ukraine should focus on other priorities. His dismissive attitude towards the matter has raised eyebrows among political analysts, who view Trump's comments as out of touch with the current geopolitical realities and Ukraine's security concerns.An archbishop's knock formally restores Notre Dame to life as winds howl and heads of state look on
The New Era of National Security! Setien Suffers a Devastating 2-8 Loss to Flick's Bayern at Barcelona'Unemployment never looked so good': Matt Gaetz's wife speaks after withdrawal from AG, House
