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People play with fallen leaves at Badaguan scenic area in Qingdao, east China’s Shandong Province on Nov 17, 2024. – Xinhua photo QINGDAO (Dec 7): In a bid to support work-life balance for mothers and support a fertility-friendly society, the port city of Qingdao in east China’s Shandong Province has launched a “mommy position” programme, offering flexible job opportunities tailored to the needs of working moms. The first wave of such positions includes over 600 jobs in catering, housekeeping, and handicrafts alongside more than 500 emerging roles, such as in social media, livestream e-commerce, decluttering services and companions for medical visits, according to the city’s public employment and talent service center. As China has relaxed its childbirth policy, allowing a family to have three children at most, mothers with two or three children have found it difficult to balance their careers and family roles. This is where the “mommy positions” come in as an initiative to promote high-quality and full employment so that women enjoy better employment opportunities, said Dong Haibo, director of the center. As part of the programme, one food processing plant in the city has hired 25 mothers in its selection and packaging workshop, where they are responsible for selecting and packaging fruit and vegetable chips. Zhao Jinye, the company’s general manager, highlighted the benefits of flexible work schedules for female employees, saying how it makes it easier for them to take leave when needed. Zhao said that during peak production periods, the company faces a surge in orders and struggles to recruit workers at short notice. “The integration of these working mothers into the workforce has brought the company a renewed vitality, which is mutually beneficial for both the company and the mothers,” she said. Xia Yu, an employee at the company, said that she had found it difficult to take care of her two children while at her previous job. Now, with a flexible work schedule, she has time to pick up and drop off her 13-year-old daughter and nine-year-old son at school, as well as help with their homework. “The ‘mommy position’ has reduced my anxiety about family and work, helping me achieve a balance between parenting and career,” she said, adding that she earns over 3,000 yuan (about US$417) per month. Qingdao’s programme follows a September notice issued by Shandong Province encouraging the adoption of the “mommy position” employment model aimed at supporting women of legal working age who care for children under 12 years old. In October, China unveiled new birth support policy measures to promote the building of a fertility-friendly society. A directive from the General Office of the State Council details 13 targeted measures, including better education, housing and employment support. Policies should be improved to promote women’s employment and enhance vocational skills training for female workers, especially those re-entering the workforce after having children. Employers are encouraged to adopt flexible working hours, telecommuting and other measures to create a family-friendly working environment, according to the directive. Liu Yanwu, a professor from the School of Sociology at Wuhan University, said that “mommy positions” not only provide flexible employment options for stay-at-home mothers but also help create a family-friendly work environment. “This contributes to a positive atmosphere for building a fertility-friendly society, thereby enhancing the public’s willingness to have children,” said Liu. – XinhuaTV Milestones: How much did it cost to own the latest TV?espn sport betting 。

Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Yahaya, has signed the state’s 2025 budget of N369.9 billion into law following its approval by the state House of Assembly. Speaking during the signing ceremony held at the Government House in Gombe on Monday, Yahaya described the 2025 budget as a blueprint for economic growth and social development, stating that the appropriation law has reflected his administration’s resolve to deepen its development agenda as it focuses on sectors that directly impact the lives of our citizens. He commended the state House of Assembly for the swift passage of the appropriation bill, emphasising that since 2019, the harmonious relationship between the legislature and the executive has been instrumental in achieving the remarkable milestones recorded by his administration. He said, “I want to sincerely thank the honourable members of the House of Assembly for the speedy passage of the bill. Your cooperation and support since we came on board have been truly commendable. Over the years, we have worked harmoniously, and this partnership has significantly benefited the good people of Gombe State. “The awards we recently earned in security, health, and other sectors, are a result of our the synergy between the two arms of government. These achievements are not the result of individual efforts but of our collective commitment to the progress of our state. “The increase in sectoral allocation by the House of Assembly is to further improve healthcare delivery and enhance social services for our people. We are committed to ensuring that these resources are effectively utilised for the greater good of our people.” Related News Two arrested for buying beans with fake naira in Gombe Gombe offers N5m, relief materials to victims of herders' attack FG supports Gombe farmers with subsidised inputs The governor also informed the lawmakers that by January the government would release the performance report for the 2024 budget with the optimism that the performance will be incredible while being confident of achieving an ‘A’ rating. Speaking earlier, Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Abubakar Luggerewo, said the house has increased the budget from the earlier N320.1bn submitted by the governor to N369.9bn to meet the aspirations of the people of Gombe State. Luggerewo added, “We made these adjustments because we strongly believe that the areas we have prioritized will significantly enhance the quality of life for our citizens. “We commend His Excellency, the Governor, for placing a strong emphasis on capital expenditure, which accounts for 69% of the total budget. This focus is a deliberate effort to drive infrastructure development and long-term growth. “Our budget in Gombe State stands out as one of the best in the country. Its content reflects resilience, vision and a deep commitment to progress. Initially proposed at N320.1 billion, we increased it to N369.9 billion in the best interest of the masses to address critical needs and improve the standard of living of our people.”

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President-elect Donald Trump’s lawyers urge judge to toss his hush money convictionSt. Thomas More shortstop Kennedy Stutes is part of the Louisiana connection on UL's 2025 signing class. Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save There were a couple of boxes that were checked with UL softball’s 2025 signing class. The first one is the six-player contingent includes four Louisiana players in the St. Thomas More duo of infielder Kennedy Stutes and catcher Shyanne Irvin, Slidell pitcher Bailey Mackles and Loranger infielder Miki Watts. The second one is all six add athletic ability to the Cajuns’ roster – something that is high on the list of priority for first-year head coach Alyson Habetz. “We have some talented athletes, which is what I want to recruit,” Habetz said. “I want to recruit athletes. Yeah, you’re going to have some big hitters and some pitchers, but after that, it’s going to be athletes. “All six of these are athletes, so I’m excited about that.” The two out-of-state players include catcher Natalie Johnson from Mint Hill, North Carolina and middle infielder Haley Hart of Spanish Fort, Alabama. Hart was a four-year starter at shortstop for Spanish Fort High, putting together career numbers of a .432 average, 47 doubles, 14 triples, 27 homers, 169 RBIs and 183 runs. Mackles struck out 155 batters with a 1.43 ERA in 93.1 innings as a junior. She also hit .448 during her all-state season. “She’s got a big personality,” Habetz said of Mackles. “She was homecoming queen at Slidell. He has a high ceiling because she has long limbs and she’s a really hard worker. “(Pitching) coach Shelbi (Sunseri) is really excited about her. She said she can do a lot with her, so that’s exciting.” Stutes hit over .400 in each of her first three seasons and combined for 18 homers over the last two seasons. Irvin was the Most Valuable Player at the Division I state tournament last season and enters his senior season with a .475 career batting average with 31 homers and 120 RBIs. Johnson is coming off back-to-back .400 seasons at Independence High in North Carolina, collecting 28 doubles, 18 homers and 73 RBIs. Watts batted .637 as a junior with 17 doubles, five trips and three homers. She also stole more than 30 bases for the third straight season. The Cajuns are coming off a 45-19 season

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NEW YORK (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump’s lawyers formally asked a judge Monday to throw out his hush money criminal conviction, arguing continuing the case would present unconstitutional “disruptions to the institution of the Presidency.“ In a filing made public Tuesday, Trump’s lawyers told Manhattan Judge Juan M. Merchan that dismissal is warranted because of the extraordinary circumstances of his impending return to the White House. “Wrongly continuing proceedings in this failed lawfare case disrupts President Trump’s transition efforts,” the attorneys continued, before citing the “overwhelming national mandate granted to him by the American people on November 5, 2024.” Prosecutors will have until Dec. 9 to respond. They have said they will fight any efforts to dismiss the case but have indicated openness to delaying sentencing until after Trump’s second term ends in 2029. Following Trump’s election victory last month, Merchan halted proceedings and indefinitely postponed his sentencing, previously scheduled for late November, to allow the defense and prosecution to weigh in on the future of the case. He also delayed a decision on Trump’s to dismiss the case on immunity grounds. Trump has been fighting for months to reverse the conviction, which involved efforts to conceal a $130,000 payment to porn actor Stormy Daniels, whose affair allegations threatened to disrupt his 2016 campaign. He has denied any wrongdoing. Trump takes office Jan. 20. Merchan hasn’t set a timetable for a decision. A dismissal would erase Trump’s historic conviction, sparing him the cloud of a criminal record and possible prison sentence. Trump is the first former president to be convicted of a crime and the first convicted criminal to be elected to the office. Merchan could also decide to uphold the verdict and proceed to sentencing, delay the case until Trump leaves office, wait until a federal appeals court rules on Trump’s parallel effort to get the case moved out of state court or choose some other option.George Kenneth Brandalick

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Van Nistelrooy has replaced Steve Cooper at the King Power Stadium and saw Jamie Vardy open the scoring after just 98 seconds. Bilal El Khannouss and Patson Daka added goals after the break to ensure the Dutchman started with three points in style. Starting with a win! 🤩 Delivered by @bcgame #LEIWHU pic.twitter.com/X90nFSbMLm — Leicester City (@LCFC) December 3, 2024 His task is to keep the Foxes in the Premier League this season and after ending a five-game winless run they moved up to 15th, four points clear of the relegation zone. West Ham’s hierarchy will have seen what impact a managerial change can have as the jury remains out on Lopetegui, with away fans making their feelings clear by chanting “You’re getting sacked in the morning”. Niclas Fullkrug scored a consolation goal at the death but it counted for nothing and forthcoming games against Wolves, Bournemouth, Brighton and Southampton could determine the Spaniard’s future. When Van Nistelrooy went to bed last night, even he would not have dreamt of his side starting as well as they did as they went ahead with less than two minutes on the clock. One of the Dutchman’s first conversations following his appointment was to take Vardy to task for breaking his record for scoring in the most consecutive Premier League games nine years ago. And the veteran striker rolled back to the years as, living on the shoulder of the West Ham defence, he raced clear from El Khannouss’ through-ball and slotted into the corner. The linesman’s flag immediately went up but a lengthy VAR review ruled Vardy had timed his run perfectly and the goal stood. Vardy could have added a second from a similar move but this time Lukasz Fabianski denied him. The Dutchman quickly learned about the frailties of his side as West Ham created a raft of chances in search of an equaliser. Jarrod Bowen forced Mads Hermansen into a stretching save when he cut in from the right before Ings’ header crashed into the post and Max Kilman slipped at the crucial point from the rebound. Bowen, a constant threat, sent a ball across face of goal which evaded everyone before the England international was denied by a reflex save from the busy Hermansen. The Danish goalkeeper needed to be alert to tip over Mohammed Kudus’ deflected effort early in the second half before he was saved by the referee’s whistle after after his attempted punch went into his own goal, Tomas Soucek the man penalised. Leicester remained a threat on the counter-attack and that is how they doubled their lead just after the hour. Kasey McAteer was set clear down the left and his ball inside was perfect for El Khannouss to find the bottom corner from 15 yards. It was almost three as Fabianski produced an acrobatic save from Wilfred Ndidi’s header before Leicester needed a heroic piece of defending to keep their 2-0 lead intact. Crysencio Summerville bundled the ball goalwards and it was heading over the line until Conor Coady adjusted his feet and poked it clear. The Foxes, who also had a goal from substitute Bobby De Cordova-Reid chalked off by VAR, wrapped things up in the 90th minute when Daka broke clear and emphatically converted into the roof of the net. West Ham did get on the scoresheet when Fullkrug headed a corner home, but the game was already done.