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US President Joe Biden on Sunday said deposed Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad should be "held accountable" but called the nation's political upheaval a "historic opportunity" for Syrians to rebuild their country. In the first full US reaction to Assad's overthrow by an Islamist-led coalition of rebel factions, Biden also warned that Washington will "remain vigilant" against the emergence of terrorist groups, announcing that US forces had just conducted fresh strikes against militants from the Islamic State organization. "The fall of the regime is a fundamental act of justice," Biden said, speaking from the White House. "It's a moment of historic opportunity for the long-suffering people of Syria." Asked by reporters what should happen to the deposed president, who reportedly has fled to Moscow, Biden said that "Assad should be held accountable." Biden -- set to step down in January and make way for Republican Donald Trump's return to power -- said Washington will assist Syrians in rebuilding. "We will engage with all Syrian groups, including within the process led by the United Nations, to establish a transition away from the Assad regime toward independent, sovereign" Syria "with a new constitution," he said. However, Biden cautioned that hardline Islamist groups within the victorious rebel alliance will be under scrutiny. "Some of the rebel groups that took down Assad have their own grim record of terrorism and human right abuses," Biden said. The United States had "taken note" of recent statements by rebels suggesting they had since moderated, he said, but cautioned: "We will assess not just their words, but their actions." Biden said Washington is "clear eyed" that the Islamic State extremist group, often known as ISIS, "will try to take advantage of any vacuum to reestablish" itself in Syria. "We will not let that happen," he said, adding that on Sunday alone, US forces had conducted strikes against ISIS inside Syria. The US military said the strikes were conducted by warplanes against Islamic State operatives and camps. Strikes were carried out against "over 75 targets using multiple US Air Force assets, including B-52s, F-15s, and A-10s," the US Central Command said on social media. Earlier, Biden met with his national security team at the White House to discuss the crisis. Assad's reported departure comes less than two weeks after the Islamist Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) group challenged more than five decades of Assad family rule with a lightning rebel offensive that broke long-frozen frontlines in Syria's civil war. They announced Sunday they had taken the capital Damascus and that Assad had fled, prompting celebrations nationwide and a ransacking of Assad's luxurious home. A Kremlin source told Russian news agencies that the deposed leader was now in Moscow, along with his family. The US military has around 900 troops in Syria and 2,500 in Iraq as part of the international coalition established in 2014 to help combat the Islamic State jihadist group. It has regularly struck targets in the country including those linked to Iranian-backed militias. Tehran was a major backer of Assad's government. Biden also confirmed US authorities believe the American journalist Austin Tice, who was abducted in Syria in 2012, still lives. "We believe he's alive," Biden said, but the US has yet "to identify where he is." bur-sms/mlmWith a number of weather warnings in place in recent days as a result of the cold weather, winter is certainly here — and keeping our homes warm is even more important. Temperatures have dropped to the minuses with many people waking up to snowfall on Thursday morning. While keeping the house warm can be difficult, particularly during the winter months and with the cost of living crisis, it is important so as to avoid mould developing and, of course, keeping ourselves healthy. If you are struggling with your bills, your electric and/or gas can’t be disconnected during a period over the winter months. For vulnerable customers, the ban on disconnections came into effect from November 1 and will be in place until March 31, while all other domestic customers cannot be cut off between December 4 and January 17. Vulnerable customers would have registered as priority service customers, and would have registered with the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU) as vulnerable. A number of cost of living measures were announced as part of Budget 2025, with the electricity credit returning over the winter. All households will receive €250 off their electric bills, which will be received in two instalments of €125. Many may have received the first instalment while the second instalment will be made in the new year. There are a number of payments you may qualify for should you be in receipt of social welfare. The Fuel Allowance started being paid out in September, with recipients receiving a total of €924 across a 28-week period with the final payment on April, 4, 2025. While some get the allowance on a weekly basis, it can also be paid in two lump sums with the first paid in September and the second going into the recipient’s bank accounts in January. For the full list of those who qualify go here . There is also the Household Benefits package, where people over the age of 70 can get an electricity allowance as part of the payment. Some people under 70 may also qualify should they meet the criteria. There is also the Additional Needs Payment, which is available to people who are unable to pay an expense from their weekly income. There is no set rate to the payment, the amount an applicant receives depends on their circumstances. Check here to see if the payment is something you could be eligible for. The meter measures the amount of gas and electricity is used, and readings are used by your suppliers to calculate the bill. For electricity, an ESBN reader will call to your property to record the amount of electric used since the last read, while a Gas Networks Ireland meter reader will check the amount of gas. This is done four times a year, while an estimated reading will be used for the other billing periods. Check your bills to ensure you are not getting too many estimated bills in a row as this could result in a large bill when the reading is accurately recorded.In conclusion, while the potential signing of Nathan Aké may raise some questions about the future of Ronald Araujo at Barcelona, it is important to view this move as a strategic decision aimed at strengthening the squad and enhancing the team's overall competitiveness. The coexistence of Aké and Araujo in the same squad could offer benefits in terms of squad depth, tactical options, and player development, ultimately contributing to Barcelona's pursuit of success both domestically and in Europe.

A teenager who died in a crash in an allegedly stolen car has been remembered as a “beautiful young man with a huge heart”. Kai McDonald was killed when the allegedly stolen Audi he was a passenger in collided with a station wagon on the Princes Hwy at Pakenham in Melbourne about 4pm on Thursday. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Teen killed after allegedly stolen car crashes on Vic highway. The Audi rolled and crashed into nearby trees and a power pole. The 16-year-old was rushed to hospital but died a short time later. Another 16-year-old boy allegedly behind the wheel of the Audi remains in a critical condition, while a fellow 15-year-old passenger is stable. McDonald’s mother told 7NEWS that her son was not involved in the alleged car theft, and that his only mistake was to accept a lift with a friend. Outpourings of support and grief from McDonald’s devastated community continue to flow, as family, friends and local sports clubs share their shock at the news. McDonald’s football club said he was a “much loved friend and teammate”. “The Carrum Downs Junior Football Club committee, players and supporters wish to pass on our deepest condolences to Samantha and family on the tragic passing of Kai McDonald,” the club said. “Kai was a much-loved friend and teammate of our Under 17’s. Forever a part of the team, forever in our hearts.” Chelsea Baseball Club, where McDonald also played, said he was a “beautiful young man” taken too soon. “It is with great sadness that we have heard the news of a passing of one of our own. Kai, you were a beautiful young man with a huge heart taken way too soon,” they said. “Fly high, buddy, sending love to all of your family and friends in this sad time. “He had a huge passion for baseball and football. Even though you were only with us for a short time, you made a big impact. Never forgotten. RIP Kai.” Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash, and said on Friday that they believe the Audi was stolen during an aggravated burglary in Cranbourne North on Sunday “Police are investigating reports the Audi was seen driving erratically on the Princes Hwy prior to the collision,” Victoria Police said. Police urge anyone with relevant information to come forward.JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — LJ Thomas had 25 points in Austin Peay's 62-50 win over Georgia State on Tuesday. Thomas added five assists for the Governors (4-2). Tekao Carpenter scored 12 points while finishing 4 of 9 from 3-point range. The Panthers (3-3) were led by Zarigue Nutter, who recorded 17 points. Malachi Brown added 10 points and two steals for Georgia State. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .

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OOH Campaign Highlights the Power of Donating During the Thanksgiving Season NEW YORK , Nov. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- OUTFRONT Media (NYSE: OUT), one of the largest out-of-home (OOH) media companies in the U.S., has unveiled a new campaign with The Farmlink Project, the fastest-growing solution in the charitable food space, to drive home an important food insecurity fact on Thanksgiving. The campaign, running now through Friday, Dec. 6 , features the line " $1 = 17 lbs of food saved" to jolt audiences into action. OUTFRONT Studios and Farmlink's creative team produced the campaign, which also marks the debut of Farmlink's rebrand. The creative can be seen on digital billboards across the country, securing additional impressions with holiday traffic at an all time high. The campaign's message encourages audiences to make a big impact toward battling food insecurity through a small action during Thanksgiving, the largest event for food consumption in the U.S., and Giving Tuesday, an annual global generosity movement. For the month of December, every dollar donated to Farmlink will be matched to provide 32 pounds of food to families in need. "In collaboration with OUTFRONT, we are able to expand our mission of supporting farmers and feeding families by inspiring people to take simple actions," said Aidan Reilly , Head of Partnerships at Farmlink. "Collectively, those efforts can add up to help us reach our goal of raising $100K in December." As a partner of OUTFRONT since 2021, Farmlink has helped further OUTFRONT's purpose of helping people, places and businesses grow stronger. "Fighting food insecurity continues to be one of OUTFRONT's most important causes, driven by our employees," said Liz Rave , Vice President, Marketing at OUTFRONT. "This timely Thanksgiving campaign is our latest effort to support and amplify Farmlink's mission at a critical time for food insecurity solutions. We are also proud to be making a monetary donation of our own this holiday season." The Farmlink Project was born as a student movement at the onset of the pandemic in an effort to support a local food bank in Los Angeles . Having delivered nearly 300 million pounds of food which otherwise would have gone to waste to families across North America , Farmlink is driven by the belief that hunger can be solved in the U.S. using already grown food. About OUTFRONT Media Inc. OUTFRONT leverages the power of technology, location and creativity to connect brands with consumers outside of their homes through one of the largest and most diverse sets of billboard, transit, and mobile assets in the United States . Through its technology platform, OUTFRONT will fundamentally change the ways advertisers engage audiences on-the-go. OUTFRONT Media Contacts: Matt Biscuiti Courtney Richards The Lippin Group OUTFRONT Media 212-986-7080 646-876-9404 outfront@lippingroup.com courtney.richards@OUTFRONT.com Stephan Bisson OUTFRONT Media 212-297-6573 stephan.bisson@outfront.com View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/outfront-media-and-the-farmlink-project-unveil-new-campaign-to-fight-food-insecurity-302317001.html SOURCE OUTFRONT Media Inc.Title: Israel's Airstrike in Syria Alters the Regional DynamicsThe Saints pretty much haven’t seen a lead in a game for three straight. The losing ways continued on Tuesday when Jacksonville took an 8-0 lead to start the game and stayed in command the rest of the way in a 75-64 victory in the third-place game of the Palms Division of the Fort Myers Tip-Off at Suncoast Credit Union Arena in Fort Myers, Florida. Sparked by freshman Gavin Doty and Tajae Jones, the Saints (3-4) did well to chop into a 20-point deficit with 7:56 left to pull within six with 2:56 left, but that was as close as they’d get. After starting the season 3-0 under new head coach Gerry McNamara, Siena was in position to equal the win total of the entire disastrous 2023-24 season, but is still waiting for that. In the Fort Myers Tip-Off, the Saints lost an on-campus site game at Xavier last week in which Siena led 5-3 in the opening moments, but they trailed from there and never had a lead in losses to Miami (Ohio) on Monday and to Jacksonville once they relocated to Florida. “We played 80 minutes down here, 60 were terrible,” McNamara said. “We finally put together a stretch where we played some unselfish basketball. “I hope I can take the last 20 minutes with the group that I know we can be, which is a group that plays in space and plays together, eight assists and four turnovers in the second half, and we’re making each other better.” Doty finished with 21 points and six rebounds, after having scored a total of 12 points in the first six games. He averaged 28.3 points, 12.8 rebounds, 7.5 assists and 3.2 per game as a senior for Fulton High School of Section 3, northwest of Syracuse. He started the comeback run with a 3-pointer, Jones scored five points and blocked a shot and Major Freeman made back-to-back 3-pointers, the second of which got Siena within 68-62 with 2:56 left. “I thought I played well, but 21 points in a loss is never a happy night,” Doty said. “I’d rather have five points in a loss.” “We got behind early, but I knew what I had to do to impact the game, whether it was go get a rebound, dive on the floor ... just put myself on the line,” Jones said. “Those guys fight,” McNamara said. “It’s as simple as that. The way Gavin was playing, he brought a different energy level of what it was going to take to claw back into the game. “Taj was no different. Came in and made some plays in a short role. I saw it all summer. Tajae Jones’ rebounds per 40 minutes, the kid’s remarkable. Two guys that go after the basketball. They play to win. I wanted toughness on the court, so I went with my toughest group.” The comeback petered out after that. Robert McCray, who scored 21 points in 29 minutes on 3-for-5 from 3-point range and 8-16 from the field, stopped Siena’s run with a jumper for a 70-62 lead with 1:56 left, then Reid Ducharme missed a 3 for Siena.

In a world often filled with cynicism and self-interest, stories like these remind us that compassion and empathy can bridge the gaps between us and bring us closer together as a community. The bond forged between the elderly man and the store owner in that brief moment will continue to resonate, a beacon of light in the midst of life's uncertainties.

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Furthermore, Barcelona must evaluate the player's physical condition and injury history. At 32, the risk of injuries and decline in athletic performance increases, which could pose a challenge for a club aiming to compete at the highest level. It is crucial for Barcelona to conduct thorough medical assessments and fitness tests to ensure that the player's physical capabilities align with the club's expectations.

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It wasn't until a passing motorist finally stopped to offer assistance that the group was able to contact local authorities and arrange for transportation back to their homes. The whole ordeal had lasted nearly a full day, leaving the elderly passengers physically exhausted and emotionally scarred.MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (AP) — Brandon Nunez threw just two passes, each for a score, and New Mexico State beat Middle Tennessee 36-21 on Saturday to end a three-game losing streak. Nunez tossed a 12-yard touchdown pass to Seth McGowan to give the Aggies a 20-7 lead midway through the third quarter. After Middle Tennessee pulled to 26-21 early in the fourth, Nunez tossed a 4-yard TD pass to Cooper Sheehan that made it 33-21 with 7:43 left. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.

In a bustling city where people often rush past each other without a second glance, a heartwarming act of kindness recently unfolded at a small convenience store. An elderly man entered the store, looking tired and slightly disheveled, with a wistful expression on his face. He approached the counter and hesitantly asked the store owner if he could borrow $30 to buy a bus ticket back home.3. Active Portfolio Management: Private equity funds actively manage their investment portfolios, monitoring performance, making strategic adjustments, and optimizing the allocation of capital. This hands-on approach allows them to react quickly to market changes and take advantage of emerging trends.

Title: Haier Responds to Layoff Rumors: Deemed Speculative and False, Legal Actions to be TakenIn conclusion, the sudden decrease in housing inventory in Beijing has revealed a number of important signals about the current state of the real estate market. The imbalance between supply and demand, the changing preferences of developers and investors, and the growing caution among investors all point towards a market that is in a state of flux. It will be crucial for stakeholders in the industry to closely monitor these signals and adjust their strategies accordingly to navigate the evolving landscape of the Beijing real estate market.