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TOKYO (AP) — Troops surround South Korea's parliament overnight when the president declares martial law. He accuses pro-North Korean forces of plotting to overthrow one of the world’s most vibrant democracies. Lawmakers voice outrage and vote to end the declaration, and the president lifts the decree before daybreak. President Yoon Suk Yeol spread fear and confusion through South Korea overnight by issuing his sudden edict late Tuesday, the first martial law declaration since more than four decades ago when the country was controlled by a dictatorship. The declaration, the rushed vote by lawmakers to overturn it and the president's lifting of martial law soon afterward were moments of high drama for an unpopular leader who has struggled with political deadlock in an opposition-dominated parliament and scandals involving him and his wife. While there was no direct evidence presented, Yoon raised the specter of North Korea as a destabilizing force. Yoon has long maintained that a hard line against the North is the only way to stop Pyongyang from following through on its nuclear threats against Seoul. Amid the surreal scenes of troops massing around parliament, here are some things to know as this story unfolds: Details on an “anti-state” plot are vague Immediately after Yoon's declaration the military chief called in key commanders for talks. South Korean troops set up barricades and then made their way into parliament. The leader of the main opposition, which controls parliament, ordered lawmakers to return to the building, where they eventually voted to lift the declaration of martial law. Yoon lifted the martial law decree around 4:30 a.m. during a Cabinet meeting. Yoon's declaration had been accompanied by an accusation that the opposition was engaged in “anti-state activities plotting rebellion.” But he did not explain what that means, and provided no specific evidence. The vague statement is reminiscent of the heavy-handed tactics of the South Korean dictatorships that ended in the late 1980s. A series of strongmen repeatedly invoked North Korea when struggling to control domestic dissidents and political opponents. Lawmakers from both sides voice opposition The opposition lambasted Yoon's move as un-democratic. Opposition leader Lee Jae-myung, who narrowly lost to Yoon in the 2022 presidential election, called Yoon’s announcement “illegal and unconstitutional.” But the sudden declaration was also opposed by the leader of Yoon's own conservative party, Han Dong-hoon, who called the decision “wrong” and vowed to “stop it with the people.” “The people will block the president’s anti-constitutional step. The military must be on the side of the public in any case. Let’s resolutely oppose it,” Kim Dong Yeon, the opposition party governor of Gyeonggi province, which surrounds Seoul, wrote on X. Average South Koreans were in shock. Social media was flooded with messages expressing surprise and worry over Yoon’s announcement. “Martial law? I thought it was deepfake content, but is it really a martial law decree?,” one X user wrote. “I first thought about a war with North Korea when he said he would impose a martial law,” another X user wrote. Yoon is struggling politically There were quick claims that the emergency declaration was linked to Yoon’s political struggles. His approval rating has dropped, and he has had little success in getting his policies adopted by a parliament that has been controlled by the opposition since he took over in 2022. Conservatives have said the opposition moves are political revenge for investigations into the opposition leader, who is seen as the favorite for the next presidential election in 2027. Just this month, Yoon denied wrongdoing in an influence-peddling scandal involving him and his wife. The claims have battered his approval ratings and fueled attacks by his rivals. The scandal centers on claims that Yoon and first lady Kim Keon Hee exerted inappropriate influence on the conservative ruling People Power Party to pick a certain candidate to run for a parliamentary by-election in 2022 at the request of Myung Tae-kyun, an election broker and founder of a polling agency who conducted free opinion surveys for Yoon before he became president . Yoon has said he did nothing inappropriate. Martial law is extremely sensitive in South Korea South Korea became a democracy only in the late 1980s, and military intervention in civilian affairs is still a touchy subject. During the dictatorships that emerged as the country rebuilt from the destruction of the 1950-53 Korean War, leaders occasionally proclaimed martial law that allowed them to station combat soldiers, tanks and armored vehicles on streets or in public places to prevent anti-government demonstrations. Such scenes are unimaginable for many today. The dictator Park Chung-hee, who ruled South Korea for nearly 20 years before he was assassinated by his spy chief in 1979, led several thousand troops into Seoul in the early hours of May 16, 1961, in the country’s first successful coup. During his rule, he occasionally proclaimed martial law to crack down on protests and jail critics. Less than two months after Park Chung-hee’s death, Maj. Gen. Chun Doo-hwan led tanks and troops into Seoul in December 1979 in the country’s second successful coup. The next year, he orchestrated a brutal military crackdown on a pro-democracy uprising in the southern city of Gwangju, killing at least 200 people. In the summer of 1987, massive street protests forced Chun’s government to accept direct presidential elections. His army buddy Roh Tae-woo, who had joined Chun’s 1979 coup, won the election held later in 1987 thanks largely to divided votes among liberal opposition candidates. ___ AP writers Kim Tong-hyung and Hyung-jin Kim contributed to this story.expansion slots 。

It’s nearing Saturday, so it’s time for another round of picks against the spread. Last week was a second straight 5-5 week after the Vols caved late to spoil a possible winning week. That mark puts my season record at 61-57-2 for the season. As usual, I’m going with the lines over at DraftKings Sportsbook . And now, on with this week’s picks. WAKE FOREST +25 at Miami This line has shifted Miami’s way since early in the week. Not sure why. Yeah, Wake stinks, but they can still score points, and I am completely in show me mode with Miami’s extremely underperforming defense. The Canes get theirs on offense, probably reach the mid-40s at least. But another pain in the ass day from the defense sends Miami to Syracuse with still just one loss on the resume, but still way too many questions on Lance Guidry’s side of the ball. UConn at SYRACUSE +10.5 Speaking of the Cuse, I like where their game is at right now. They won by 8 as 10-point dogs at Cal last weekend. They get it done as a double-digit favorite on Saturday before the Canes come to town. Indiana at OHIO STATE -12 Call this one a gut feeling. I think the Hoosiers are finally about to find out what it’s like to play one of the best teams in college football this year, and it’s going to be a rude awakening. Will Howard and the passing game have a day in Columbus. UTEP +42 at Tennessee The Vols are coming off a deflating loss to Georgia and UTEP’s coach came over from Austin Peay, who gave the Vols fits last season. Too many points here. COLORADO -2.5 at Kansas Both teams are playing well lately, but I’m all in on the Buffaloes right now. They’re on a path to the Big 12 title and CFP, and they keep it rolling this week against the Jayhawks. Ole Miss at FLORIDA +11 The Gators are playing far better football lately, and I think that plus the Swamp creates a challenging environment for the Rebels. Don’t know who wins, but this is competitive. MISSOURI -7.5 at Mississippi State I’m surprised this isn’t more, with Brady Cook set to play. The Bulldogs are absolutely atrocious. Tigers by double digits. ALABAMA -13.5 at Oklahoma The Sooners are an absolute mess, and the Crimson Tide have hit their stride late in the season. This won’t end up close. USC at UCLA; OVER 51.5 points I know USC has had some QB troubles, but man, this game has gone over this mark every year since 2017. There’s just something about this rivalry that screams points, so I’ll go over here. TEXAS A&M -2,5 at Auburn I really think Vegas is trying to tell me something here. I also wonder how focused the Aggies are this week, with Mike Elko even having a slip up by saying focused on Texas instead of Auburn. That said, I think A&M’s offense does just enough to win this game by at least a field goal. Odds/lines subject to change. T&Cs apply. See draftkings.com/sportsbook for details. (Remember to wager responsibly. I am not responsible for your choices. These are simply how I see things playing out.)Ind_FG Gay 27, 8:53. Drive: 12 plays, 61 yards, 6:07. Key Plays: Richardson 10 run; Richardson 11 pass to Downs; Richardson 17 run on 3rd-and-1. Indianapolis 3, Detroit 0. Det_Gibbs 1 run (Bates kick), 12:07. Drive: 9 plays, 60 yards, 4:12. Key Plays: Goff 27 pass to Patrick; Gibbs 17 run on 3rd-and-8. Detroit 7, Indianapolis 3. Ind_FG Gay 29, 8:16. Drive: 10 plays, 65 yards, 3:51. Key Plays: Goodson kick return to Indianapolis 24; Richardson 10 pass to A.Mitchell on 3rd-and-3; Richardson 39 pass to Pierce. Detroit 7, Indianapolis 6. Det_Da.Montgomery 6 run (Bates kick), 3:34. Drive: 10 plays, 70 yards, 4:42. Key Plays: Goff 10 pass to Patrick; Goff 21 pass to Williams; Da.Montgomery 13 run on 3rd-and-6. Detroit 14, Indianapolis 6. Det_Gibbs 5 run (Bates kick), 2:19. Drive: 11 plays, 61 yards, 5:22. Key Plays: Goff 15 pass to Williams; Goff 12 pass to St. Brown; Goff 12 pass to St. Brown on 3rd-and-9; Goff 14 pass to Da.Montgomery; Gibbs 16 run. Detroit 21, Indianapolis 6. Det_FG Bates 56, 6:21. Drive: 7 plays, 21 yards, 3:47. Key Plays: Gibbs 3 run on 3rd-and-2; Goff 9 pass to LaPorta on 3rd-and-14. Detroit 24, Indianapolis 6. A_66,696. RUSHING_Detroit, Gibbs 21-90, Montgomery 8-37, Reynolds 1-6, Williams 1-4, Goff 2-0. Indianapolis, Richardson 10-61, Taylor 11-35. PASSING_Detroit, Goff 26-36-0-269. Indianapolis, Richardson 11-28-0-172. RECEIVING_Detroit, St. Brown 6-62, Williams 5-64, Patrick 4-55, Montgomery 3-36, LaPorta 3-19, Gibbs 3-9, Wright 2-24. Indianapolis, Pittman 6-96, Downs 3-27, Pierce 1-39, Mitchell 1-10. PUNT RETURNS_Detroit, Raymond 2-30, St. Brown 2-15. Indianapolis, Downs 2-4. KICKOFF RETURNS_Detroit, None. Indianapolis, Goodson 1-25. TACKLES-ASSISTS-SACKS_Detroit, Rodriguez 7-1-0, Campbell 4-4-0, Branch 3-1-0, K.Joseph 2-2-0, Vildor 2-1-0, Robertson 2-0-0, Paschal 1-2-0, Davis 1-0-0, McNeill 1-0-0, Reader 1-0-0, Z.Smith 1-0-0, Turner 1-0-0, Niemann 0-1-0, Nowaske 0-1-0. Indianapolis, Franklin 8-5-1, Cross 6-8-0, Speed 6-5-0, Paye 3-0-0, Buckner 2-5-1, Womack 2-5-0, Latu 2-2-1, Blackmon 2-2-0, Odeyingbo 2-2-0, Stewart 1-4-0, Jones 1-2-0, Moore 1-2-0, Stuard 0-3-0, Bryan 0-2-0. INTERCEPTIONS_Detroit, None. Indianapolis, None. MISSED FIELD GOALS_None. OFFICIALS_Referee Shawn Hochuli, Ump Terry Killens, HL Patrick Holt, LJ Tim Podraza, FJ Jason Ledet, SJ Jim Quirk, BJ Jimmy Russell, Replay Jamie Nicholson.

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Formula 1 on Monday at last said it will expand its grid in 2026 to make room for an American team that is partnered with General Motors. “As the pinnacle of motorsports, F1 demands boundary-pushing innovation and excellence. It’s an honor for General Motors and Cadillac to join the world’s premier racing series, and we’re committed to competing with passion and integrity to elevate the sport for race fans around the world," GM President Mark Reuss said. "This is a global stage for us to demonstrate GM’s engineering expertise and technology leadership at an entirely new level.” The approval ends years of wrangling that launched a U.S. Justice Department investigation into why Colorado-based Liberty Media, the commercial rights holder of F1, would not approve the team initially started by Michael Andretti. Andretti in September stepped aside from leading his namesake organization, so the 11th team will be called Cadillac F1 and be run by new Andretti Global majority owners Dan Towriss and Mark Walter. The team will use Ferrari engines its first two years until GM has a Cadillac engine built for competition in time for the 2028 season. Towriss is the the CEO and president of Group 1001 and entered motorsports via Andretti's IndyCar team when he signed on financial savings platform Gainbridge as a sponsor. Towriss is now a major part of the motorsports scene with ownership stakes in both Spire Motorsports' NASCAR team and Wayne Taylor Racing's sports car team. Walter is the chief executive of financial services firm Guggenheim Partners and the controlling owner of both the World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers and Premier League club Chelsea. “We’re excited to partner with General Motors in bringing a dynamic presence to Formula 1," Towriss said. “Together, we’re assembling a world-class team that will embody American innovation and deliver unforgettable moments to race fans around the world.” Mario Andretti, the 1978 F1 world champion, will have an ambassador role with Cadillac F1. But his son, Michael, will have no official position with the organization now that he has scaled back his involvement with Andretti Global. “The Cadillac F1 Team is made up of a strong group of people that have worked tirelessly to build an American works team,” Michael Andretti posted on social media. “I’m very proud of the hard work they have put in and congratulate all involved on this momentous next step. I will be cheering for you!” The approval has been in works for weeks but was held until after last weekend's Las Vegas Grand Prix to not overshadow the showcase event of the Liberty Media portfolio. Max Verstappen won his fourth consecutive championship in Saturday night's race, the third and final stop in the United States for the top motorsports series in the world. Grid expansion in F1 is both infrequent and often unsuccessful. Four teams were granted entries in 2010 that should have pushed the grid to 13 teams and 26 cars for the first time since 1995. One team never made it to the grid and the other three had vanished by 2017. Story continues below video There is only one American team on the current F1 grid — owned by California businessman Gene Haas — but it is not particularly competitive and does not field American drivers. Andretti’s dream was to field a truly American team with American drivers. The fight to add this team has been going on for three-plus years and F1 initially denied the application despite approval from F1 sanctioning body FIA . The existing 10 teams, who have no voice in the matter, also largely opposed expansion because of the dilution in prize money and the billions of dollars they’ve already invested in the series. Andretti in 2020 tried and failed to buy the existing Sauber team. From there, he applied for grid expansion and partnered with GM, the top-selling manufacturer in the United States. The inclusion of GM was championed by the FIA and president Mohammed Ben Sulayem, who said Michael Andretti’s application was the only one of seven applicants to meet all required criteria to expand F1’s current grid. “General Motors is a huge global brand and powerhouse in the OEM world and is working with impressive partners," Ben Sulayem said Monday. "I am fully supportive of the efforts made by the FIA, Formula 1, GM and the team to maintain dialogue and work towards this outcome of an agreement in principle to progress this application." Despite the FIA's acceptance of Andretti and General Motors from the start, F1 wasn't interested in Andretti — but did want GM. At one point, F1 asked GM to find another team to partner with besides Andretti. GM refused and F1 said it would revisit the Andretti application if and when Cadillac had an engine ready to compete. “Formula 1 has maintained a dialogue with General Motors, and its partners at TWG Global, regarding the viability of an entry following the commercial assessment and decision made by Formula 1 in January 2024,” F1 said in a statement. “Over the course of this year, they have achieved operational milestones and made clear their commitment to brand the 11th team GM/Cadillac, and that GM will enter as an engine supplier at a later time. Formula 1 is therefore pleased to move forward with this application process." Yet another major shift in the debate over grid expansion occurred earlier this month with the announced resignation of Liberty Media CEO Greg Maffei, who was largely believed to be one of the biggest opponents of the Andretti entry. “With Formula 1’s continued growth plans in the US, we have always believed that welcoming an impressive US brand like GM/Cadillac to the grid and GM as a future power unit supplier could bring additional value and interest to the sport," Maffei said. "We credit the leadership of General Motors and their partners with significant progress in their readiness to enter Formula 1." AP auto racing: https://apnews.com/hub/auto-racingMarvell Technology, Inc. Reports Third Quarter of Fiscal Year 2025 Financial ResultsGering Council hears update on housing development

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Manchester City blew a 3-0 lead to draw 3-3 against Feyenoord in a Champions League thriller on Tuesday and extended their winless run to six games. Pep Guardiola The English champions did snap a five-game losing streak but did little to boost confidence ahead of Sunday’s trip to Premier League leaders Liverpool by conceding three times in the final 15 minutes. Related News EPL: Title dreams over if we lose to Liverpool, says Guardiola 75% of EPL clubs want City relegated — Guardiola EPL returns: Liverpool play Southampton, Amorim debuts, City target redemption Details later AFPAs U.S. goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher looked ahead to the next Women's World Cup in 2027, she calculated what that would look like at her age. Now 36, she already has a World Cup title and won an Olympic gold medal this year in France. She considered the mental, physical and emotional toll of a new cycle and decided it was time to step away . “Honestly, I think I’ve been somebody that has given everything I’ve had to this team. I don’t do anything halfway. It’s kind of, if you can give 100% to it, then keep going," she said. “With that in mind, I kind of just felt like this was the right time coming off of the Olympics, having the year that we had, entering into a new cycle, a new stage for this team.” Naeher is the latest veteran to announce she's stepping down from the national team as the next generation takes over under coach Emma Hayes. Among those who have wrapped up their soccer careers in the past couple of years include World Cup winners Megan Rapinoe, Alex Morgan, Kelley O'Hara and Ali Krieger. Naeher will be with the team for two more matches in the coming week. The Americans play England at Wembley Stadium on Saturday and then the Netherlands in The Hague on Tuesday. Naeher said she's excited about the next generation of goalkeepers. In addition to Naeher, Mandy Haught of the Utah Royals and Phallon Tullis-Joyce of Manchester United are on the roster for the upcoming matches. Other goalkeepers who have been on recent rosters include Casey Murphy and Jane Campbell. “I think the beauty of goalkeeping is that it’s not really a one-size-fits-all kind of position," she said. "The more that you can understand — that's going to be the challenge any young goalkeeper coming up, is really taking the time to understand what your strengths are and make them really, really elite and separate yourself.” Naeher spoke on Wednesday from London after announcing her retirement on social media Monday . Naeher made her senior debut with the national team in 2014 and was a backup to Hope Solo at the 2015 World Cup, which the United States won. She became the team’s regular starter following the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics and was on the squad that repeated as World Cup winners in 2019. Naeher won a bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021 before the U.S. earned gold this year in Paris. She made a key one-handed save in stoppage time to preserve the Americans’ 1-0 victory over Brazil in the Olympic final. For her career, Naeher has appeared 113 games with 110 starts, 88 wins and 68 shutouts. She had four shutouts over the course of the Olympic tournament in France. While she's leaving the national team, she'll play one more year for her club team, the Chicago Red Stars in the National Women's Soccer League. “I hope that I can be remembered as a good teammate, as a competitor, as somebody that was looked on as someone that could be relied upon on the field and supported those players around me,” she said. “I think it’s just been a really special team to be a part of. And I’m very proud of what we have been able to accomplish over the years.” AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccerIndia’s first Vande Bharat Sleeper train is ready to hit the tracks, offering state-of-the-art facilities and advanced features for passengers. Currently stationed at the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Chennai, this new addition to the Vande Bharat fleet is designed to enhance comfort and convenience while ensuring safety for all travellers. The Vande Bharat sleeper boasts an interior crafted with lightweight fibreglass panels, giving it a sleek and modern look. The coaches are made of stainless steel, ensuring durability and strength. Automatic doors add to the convenience, making boarding and deboarding smoother for passengers. The train has been thoughtfully designed to accommodate specially-abled passengers. Special berths and toilets have been provided, with Braille inscriptions on the toilet doors to assist visually impaired travellers. Safety is a top priority on the Vande Bharat sleeper. The train is equipped with buffers and couplers to minimise vibrations and prevent excessive shaking during the journey. This feature ensures a smoother and more comfortable ride, even on long-distance routes. Fire safety has been taken to the next level with high-standard fire detection and suppression systems installed across the train. Passengers can enjoy several modern amenities onboard. A special lighting system for reading ensures convenience for those who wish to read during their journey without disturbing others. The train also features a modular pantry, making it easy to serve fresh and hygienic meals to passengers. With its advanced facilities and thoughtful design, the Vande Bharat sleeper is set to redefine luxury train travel in India. Travelers can look forward to an experience that combines comfort, safety and modern technology, making long-distance journeys more enjoyable than ever.