WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (AP) — It wasn’t how Duke drew up the final play, but it worked out perfect for the Blue Devils in Saturday’s 23-17 victory over Wake Forest. Maalik Murphy threw a 39-yard touchdown pass to Jordan Moore as time expired, allowing Duke to end the regular season with three consecutive victories. Murphy said he realized he took too long to make a decision after the last snap. “I knew at that point I had to make a play,” he said. “The damage was already done, time was ticking.” With the score tied at 17, the Blue Devils (9-3, 5-3 Atlantic Coast Conference) moved 76 yards in 1:22 after forcing a Wake Forest punt. It appeared that Duke might run out of time in the slow-developing play, but Moore improvised and broke free along the right side, caught the ball at the 10-yard line and spun into the end zone to complete a comeback from 14 points down in the second half. “The play that Maalik and Jordan put together was magical,” Duke coach Manny Diaz said. “Nobody thought a 5-yard route would turn into a (long) touchdown.” So instead of a long field-goal attempt, Duke had something better. “I just decided to take it down the field,” Moore said. “I think that’s a testament to our chemistry. ... Maalik had the confidence in himself to make that kind of play.” It resulted in Duke’s sixth victory by seven points or less. “It’s like a perfect exclamation point to our season,” Diaz said. “An unbelievable way to finish our season.” Murphy racked up with 235 yards on 26-for-34 passing. Moore, who was down with an injury after a reception earlier in the second half, made five catches for 98 yards. Hank Bachmeier threw for 207 yards and a touchdown as Wake Forest (4-8, 2-6) ended its second straight four-win season with a four-game losing streak. “A heartbreaking loss,” Demon Deacons coach Dave Clawson said. “It’s a tough way to lose a game and a tough way to end the season.” Tate Carey’s 8-yard run, Matthew Dennis’ 37-yard field goal and Horatio Fields’ 9-yard reception across 11 minutes of game time gave Wake Forest a 17-3 lead with nine minutes left in the third quarter. Duke took advantage of a short field following a punt, moving 42 yards in four plays to score on Star Thomas’ 3-yard run. The Blue Devils recovered a fumble on the ensuing kickoff and converted on Murphy’s 2-yard run with 12:57 left to pull even. “What has been proven is that we’re mentally tough,” Diaz said. “We’re not going to do everything perfect.” Taylor Morin became Wake Forest’s all-time leader in receiving yards with 2,974. He picked up 47 yards on eight catches on Saturday. Morin, in his fifth season, passed former NFL player Ricky Proehl, who had 2,929 yards in the late 1980s. Duke: The Blue Devils have secured at least a nine-win season for the second time in three seasons, this one coming in Diaz’s first season. They racked up a 4-0 record against in-state opponents, including comebacks to top North Carolina and Wake Forest. “Every quest that we have for championships starts in our own state,” Diaz said. Wake Forest: The Demon Deacons punted on their final three possessions of the season. They finished with a 1-6 record in home games. “It’s been a tough year, a long year, and I’m proud of our team and how hard they fought,” Clawson said. Duke: Awaits a bowl invitation Wake Forest: Enters the offseason with a losing record for the third time in five seasons. Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-footballMikaela Shiffrin suffers abrasion on hip during crash on final run of World Cup giant slalom

Sira Thienou scores 16 points, No. 18 Ole Miss women coast to 89-24 win over Alabama StateThe CPN UML-led government, with support from the largest party, the Nepali Congress, was formed in August with three main objectives: amendment of the constitution for political stability, strengthening governance and reforming the economy. Regarding constitution amendment, no effort has been made so far. Similarly, instead of strengthening governance, it has been weakened further. On the economic front, only an Economic Reform Suggestion Commission (ERSC) has been formed. It seems that the government's economic reforms were not a priority during its honeymoon period. This article analyses the growing economic problems and thereby provide concrete suggestions to improve the economy. Prime Minister Oli after the formation of this government had presented the economic situation as a severe crisis in the parliament. Nevertheless, in the name of addressing it, no concrete reform measures have so far been made except for the formation of the ERSC. The expansionary monetary policy recently announced should have been brought two years ago to address the adverse impact of COVID. It has tried to enhance investment by increasing credit, but due to lack of an investment environment, an excess liquidity crisis has created further problems for the economy. Despite the increase in tourist numbers, tourism expenditure has been disappointing, imports, exports and foreign investment are declining, public debt is reaching a dangerous situation of about 50 per cent of GDP, there are abnormal fluctuations in the capital market, and only about 9 per cent of the capital expenditure has been spent in the first quarter of this FY. Low cooperative activities and problem-oriented microfinance have seriously affected economic activities. The recent loss of about Rs 16 billion (government estimates) and its multiplier effects have further hurt the economy. On the other hand, there are long-term contagious problems, low savings and investment, low consumption, low economic growth, low employment, policy instability, very weak good governance and a discouraged private sector that contributes 80 per cent to the economy. However, instead of solving these problems, more have been added. However, the government claims, without any strong statistical base, that the economy has improved dramatically during the honeymoon period. In fact, neither the economy has been completely restored from the COVID impact nor the economy improved from the previous situation. Still Nepal is not serious to learn from the alarming events of Sri Lanka, Pakistan or Bangladesh. Despite these problems, if the government is sincere about reforms, there is room for improving the economy. Recent positive developments have been observed across several key sectors, including agriculture, energy and tourism. Additionally, the macroeconomic production and supply side indicators have shown encouraging trends, reflecting growth and stability. But the aggregate consumption and demand side seems to be quite depressing due to slackness in investment and consumption. Nevertheless, the economy could improve if the government cut down on its own expenditure and pursued exemplary reforms. Given the critical state of the economy, the approach of the commission formed two months ago appears to be more procedural than proactive. Rather than offering immediate, actionable recommendations for urgent implementation, it seems to be merely presenting its report in a customary manner. In order to move the economy effectively and improve service delivery to the people, the government needs to implement four major tasks without delay. • Steps to keep the economy moving: The government must settle all outstanding dues, estimated at around Rs 90 billion, to the construction industry, milk and sugarcane farmers, as well as for export subsidy and agricultural loan subsidy. In addition, the problems faced by the cooperative victims should be addressed by setting up a separate regulatory body. Similarly, an attractive investment climate must be created by removing all obstacles. 2. Reduction of expenditure and import control: First of all, the federal government itself needs to set up an example by introducing reform actions immediately for one year. The reforms should include withdrawal/reduction of different allowances, secretariat expenses, including some reduction in salary. These cuts should be followed by provincial and local governments. Other expenditure cuts can be made on foreign visits, official parties, meeting allowances of government offices and public enterprises. There should be control on import-oriented current expenditure and ban on import of luxury cars and goods. Once the government sets an example, it will encourage the people to increase investment by reducing their consumption. • Introduction of other reforms include enhancing government services to the public, promoting tourism and information technology (IT), and advancing the development of Special Economic Zones (SEZs). Additionally, strengthening revenue collection, improving border administration, and effectively mobilising the growing foreign exchange reserves for development are essential steps to drive sustainable economic growth. 4. Consensus on economic agenda with policy stability. But so far no such consensus has been reached except on political issues. The current government with two major parties should thus reach an all-party consensus on this. This agenda should include a) stability with some reforms in economic liberalisation and privatisation policy; b) rationalisation of increasing social security expenditure; g) about 50 per cent cut in the expenditure as recommended by the Public Expenditure Review Commission; d) setting stringent criteria to increase capital expenditure; e) making trade union law investment-friendly; and e) building reservoir-based national hydro projects. Karki is an economist

NEW YORK (AP) — Federal investigators in New York are seeking records from the manufacturer of an AI-powered weapons scanner that was briefly deployed this summer in New York City’s subway system. The tech company, Evolv, revealed in a public filing that it “received a voluntary document request from the U.S. Attorney’s Office of the Southern District of New York” on Nov. 1. It was unclear what the request was seeking. The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Manhattan declined to comment on the request, which was first reported by the Daily News. In an emailed statement, a spokesperson for Evolv said the company was “pleased to cooperate with all government agencies and regulators who request information from our company.” The Massachusetts-based tech company, whose scanners have also been used at sports stadiums and schools, has faced allegations of misconduct. Last month, Evolv’s board of directors fired its chief executive following an internal investigation that found certain sales had been “subject to extra-contractual terms and conditions.” On Tuesday, the company announced it had resolved a previous probe launched by the Federal Trade Commission last year over allegations of deceptive marketing practices. The company is also under separate investigation by the Securities and Exchange Commission. Despite the legal and regulatory scrutiny, New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced a pilot program this summer to bring a handful of scanners to the city's subways to deter gun violence. The initiative drew immediate criticism from civil liberties groups who said the searches were unconstitutional, along with questions about its efficacy. In October, the city revealed the scanners did not detect any passengers with firearms — but falsely alerted more than 100 times. At the time, a spokesperson for the New York Police Department said it was still “evaluating the outcome of the pilot” and had not entered into any contract with Evolv. Jake Offenhartz, The Associated Press