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Leo – (23rd July to 22nd August) Weekly Horoscope Prediction says, spread happiness around Settle frictions in the love affair and value the partner. The professional schedule will be packed but you will see success. No health or wealth issue exists. You may see minor friction in the relationship but this will be settled. Overcome the work-related challenges to obtain new roles at the office. Finance and health will be normal this week. Leo Love Horoscope This Week Shower affection on the partner to receive it back. All minor frictions will be settled and you will share some happy moments with the lover. Do not let a third person dictate things in the love affair and married females should also have an eye on the spouse. You should avoid unpleasant discussions which may impact your relationship. Married females may also conceive this week. Single Leos will fall in love. Leo Career Horoscope This Week Consider taking up new tasks that will also test your mettle at work. You should be careful to avoid office politics and also ensure all assigned tasks are handled diligently. Those who are new to the office must be careful about making opinions ass seniors may not like this. Do not give up the opportunities to prove the caliber. It is wise to be careful while signing new partnerships this week. You may also expect appreciation from clients, especially when you are into finance, offshore sales, and healthcare. Leo Money Horoscope This Week Financially you will be good. However, it is wise to have control of the expenditure. Some investments may not bring in the expected results. You may go ahead with the plan to buy a two-wheeler or invest in property. Some females will have monetary issues within the family. Businessmen will be successful in clearing all pending dues. This week is also good to try luck in stock, trade, and speculative business. Leo Health Horoscope This Week Go for morning or evening walks as this would improve your blood circulation and improve your fitness considerably. Reduce the intake of oily and spicy food and instead add more leafy vegetables to the diet. If you make any travel plans, try to go out to places that would make you feel more relaxed and rejuvenated. Seniors must also ensure that all medicines are taken on time. Leo Sign Attributes Strength: Generous, Loyal, Energetic, Enthusiastic Weakness: Arrogant, Luxury seeker, Careless, and Self-complacent Symbol: Lion Element: Fire Body Part : Heart & Spine Sign Ruler : Sun Lucky Day : Sunday Lucky Color: Golden Lucky Number : 19 Lucky Stone : Ruby Leo Sign Compatibility Chart Natural affinity: Aries, Gemini, Libra, Sagittarius Good compatibility: Leo, Aquarius Fair compatibility: Cancer, Virgo, Capricorn, Pisces Less compatibility: Taurus, Scorpio By: Dr. J. N. Pandey Vedic Astrology & Vastu Expert Website: www.astrologerjnpandey.com E-mail: djnpandey@gmail.com Phone: 91-9811107060 (WhatsApp Only)Syrian government forces withdraw from central city of Homs as insurgent offensive accelerates

An officer hit a mountain lion with his patrol car in Texas, then held its body up to pose for a photo that several people said they thought was in poor taste. The collision occurred about 3 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 10 while the Longview police officer was patrolling near a middle school, the department said on Facebook the next day. Warning: Some viewers may find the officer’s photo disturbing . “Due to the extent of its injuries, the animal was put down at the scene,” the department said in the Dec. 11 post. The department did not respond to McClatchy News’ request for comment on Thursday, Dec. 12. The department contacted Texas Parks & Wildlife and the Gregg County game warden to handle the carcass, the department said in the Facebook post. A biologist with the wildlife agency took DNA and other biological samples and determined the female mountain lion was between 3 and 4 years old and weighed 83.5 pounds, the agency said in a news release. The agency held onto some of the samples to learn more about mountain lions in Texas and sent several to the Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute for an ongoing research project, officials said. “In Texas, mountain lions are primarily found in the Trans-Pecos and parts of South Texas, however individual lions can move long distances and can show up in areas where they are not typically known to occur,” the agency said. Officials shared more information about Texas mountain lions and asked East Texas residents to report any more mountain lion sightings to TPWD Nongame Wildlife Biologist Dave Holdermann at dave.holdermann@tpwd.texas.gov . Several people shared their outrage at the officer’s photo in the comments on the department’s post. “What a tasteless picture,” someone said. “Hate that he’s smiling,” someone else said. “It’s super sad and not funny at all.” “I think this picture is in poor taste, especially for a police department,” another person said. Several others pointed out how rare it is to see the elusive predators in the eastern part of the state and complained that now a young female of breeding age is dead, there would likely be even less. “Poor baby,” someone said. “Pretty rare to find em out here so this is kinda sad honestly.” “And in two months people will start arguing again, that ‘..there are no mountain lions, bobcats or ... jaguars around here!’” someone said. One person supported the officer’s photo and compared it to the types of photos hunters often take with their kill when they harvest an animal. “He should get to keep it as a trophy!” someone said. “Also, did he get a pic of it beside the front bumper like hunters do with the gun they used to get the kill?” Some suggested that while it’s sad the animal died, it was also a good thing because they worried the animal could have hurt or killed a child or a pet. “I’m glad no children or pets were injured,” someone said. “So much of their natural habitat is gone. Beautiful animal.” Gregg County is about a 125-mile drive southeast from Dallas.In this week’s LATAM crypto update Argentine entrepreneur and senator Ezequiel Atauche recently proposed a motion to the Argentine Senate to include bitcoin mining and blockchain technology on the list of supported activities, assuring their legal incorporation within the framework of existing legislation. Advertisement Meanwhile, Brazil has seen a remarkable surge in Bitcoin ATMs. Advertisement This change in Argentina is viewed as a step toward acknowledging the technological nature of these sectors and their conformity with the law’s goal of promoting knowledge-intensive and innovative activity. Law No. 27,506, enacted in 2019, seeks to boost areas like as software development, biotechnology, artificial intelligence, and audiovisual industries through fiscal incentives, thereby contributing to quality job creation and national growth. The suggestion emphasizes that, while bitcoin mining and blockchain development are not officially included in the current laws, their technological intensity makes them compatible with the law’s purposes. This formal inclusion could address current regulatory issues and help to expand these operations in Argentina. In his presentation, Senator Atauche emphasized the need for regulatory clarity and access to sustainable energy infrastructure to maximize the potential impact of cryptocurrency mining on the national economy. He proposed incorporating a new subsection in Article 2 of Law 27,506, formalizing the inclusion of blockchain and cryptocurrency-related activities within the promoted sectors. Atauche argued that this amendment would not only advance technological development but also drive innovations in hardware, software, cryptography, and cybersecurity, ultimately optimizing resource utilization in the mining sector. Brazil sees surge in Bitcoin ATMs as cryptocurrency adoption grows data shows nine Bitcoin ATMs in Brazil’s largest cities, including São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Petrópolis, São Bernardo do Campo, and Bauru. This represents a significant increase from just four ATMs in 2021, demonstrating the rapid adoption of cryptocurrencies by Brazilians. Coin Cloud has played an important role in this ATM expansion, taking substantial steps to improve the availability of Bitcoin ATMs in key urban areas. The company’s plan seeks not just to meet current demand, but also to promote a greater knowledge and acceptance of cryptocurrencies in Brazil. Coin Cloud is well-positioned to boost Brazil’s prominence in the cryptocurrency environment, with plans for additional expansion in the works. Constitutional convention of Cardano kicks off in Argentina Intersect has officially announced the start of the Cardano Constitutional Convention in Buenos Aires, where more than 120 delegates will work to finalize and approve the Cardano Constitution. This momentous event represents an important step toward developing a strong governance framework for decision-making inside the blockchain ecosystem. “With a strong representation from Latin America, backed by the organization of Intersect members, this convention highlights the power of a truly global and inclusive community shaping a more equitable and innovative blockchain future for all,” said Charles Hoskinson, Cardano’s founder and CEO. According to Intersect, the Cardano ecosystem’s membership organization, the Constitutional Convention marks a watershed moment in blockchain governance. The proposed governance paradigm includes decentralized representatives (DReps), a decentralized treasury, and voting processes that take place on-chain. This program demonstrates a concentrated attempt to incorporate democratic ideals into Cardano’s operating architecture, encouraging openness and community participation in decision-making. The convention, which will be held concurrently in Buenos Aires and Nairobi, is the result of more than two years of planning, including 65 workshops in more than 50 countries and participation from over 2,000 community members. The convention’s key goals include building a decentralized future, unleashing resources for future technological developments, and developing local talent. Cardano’s concentration on Argentina highlights the continent’s increasing leadership in decentralized innovation and financial inclusion, with the goal of leveraging local expertise to promote global growth.Kyle Mooney Talks About Shooting Y2K's Romantic Porta Potty Scene, And I Totally Get Why Rachel Zegler Was Not Into It

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia Phillies have signed closer Jordan Romano to a one-year contract, making a short-term bet that the right-hander can return to form following a right elbow injury. The Phillies announced the deal on Monday. They did not provide the terms of the agreement, but it is reportedly worth $8.5 million. An All-Star in 2022 and 2023, Romano spent the first six seasons of his major league career with the Toronto Blue Jays. He has 105 career saves and a 2.90 ERA in 231 relief appearances. Of the 17 pitchers in the majors with at least 100 save opportunities since 2019, Romano’s 88.98% save percentage ranks second, trailing only Josh Hader (187 for 210, 89.04%). Among all pitchers in baseball since 2019, Romano’s 105 saves rank ninth. The 31-year-old Romano was limited to just eight saves in 15 games last season. He had arthroscopic surgery on his elbow in July. Romano's arrival could lead to the departures of one or both of Carlos Estévez and Jeff Hoffman from Philadelphia. The former All-Star relievers both closed games for the Phillies last season but each suffered epic meltdowns in the postseason. Both pitchers are free agents. ___ AP MLB: https://apnews.com/hub/mlb The Associated PressResearchers find new method to detect monkeypox virus

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WASHINGTON — The fall of Bashar Assad’s government in Syria could complicate Congress’ dash toward an end-of-year break and a Dec. 20 government funding deadline. While the House is expected to vote this week on the must-pass defense policy bill, lawmakers are not expected to begin floor votes on an emerging stopgap spending and disaster relief measure until next week, leaving them plenty of time to weigh in on other hot-button issues. The stunning scenes over the weekend of Syrians celebrating rebel forces’ ouster of the Assad government were hailed by President Joe Biden and others as a win for democracy. But it raises a slew of questions about the Israel-Hezbollah war and whether a post-Assad power vacuum could escalate the Middle East conflict. Lawmakers and the Biden administration must decide how involved U.S. forces should be in the fast-moving situation after Biden ordered a round of air strikes inside Syria on Sunday aimed at preventing the Islamic State militant group from filling the power vacuum. Congress already has been grappling with refilling U.S. weapons stockpiles after the administration helped Israel turn back two Iranian aerial assaults and sent multiple shipments of combat hardware to Ukraine. And members of both parties have long been concerned about Iran’s influence and actions across the Middle East. Many Republicans — especially House members worried about a 2026 primary challenge — also must consider President-elect Donald Trump’s call for the U.S. to stay out of what is happening in Syria. “There was never much of a benefit in Syria for Russia, other than to make [Barack] Obama look really stupid. In any event, Syria is a mess, but is not our friend, & THE UNITED STATES SHOULD HAVE NOTHING TO DO WITH IT. THIS IS NOT OUR FIGHT,” Trump wrote Saturday on social media. “LET IT PLAY OUT. DO NOT GET INVOLVED!” But that has not always been the case in the Senate, where some Republicans were more willing during Trump’s first term and his post-presidency to defy him. One of his top Senate allies and a regular golfing partner, Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., sounded much more hawkish about U.S. involvement in Syria in a series of weekend social media posts. “The jihadist forces that have replaced Assad create major problems for Israel, Jordan, Saudi Arabia and Iraq. As to U.S. interests in Syria, there are over 50,000 ISIS prisoners primarily being held by the Kurdish forces who helped President Trump destroy the caliphate,” Graham wrote Sunday. “These ISIS fighters planned and executed plots against the American homeland and our allies. A breakout and reestablishment of ISIS is a major threat to the U.S. and our friends. “I appreciate the air strikes against ISIS targets in Syria, but it will not be enough,” Graham said, adding that the U.S. had to “ensure” that the Islamic State group prisoners were not released. Meanwhile, lawmakers returning to the Capitol this week could be asked about Trump’s remarks in an interview that aired Sunday about potentially including U.S. citizens born to undocumented parents in his mass deportation plan. “I don’t want to be breaking up families, so the only way you don’t break up the family is you keep them together — and you have to send them all back,” Trump told NBC’s “Meet the Press.” Pressed on whether that would include children who are U.S. citizens, Trump responded: “Look, we have to have rules and regulations. You can always find something out, like, you know, ‘This doesn’t work. That doesn’t work.'” “I’ll tell you what’s going to be horrible: when we take a wonderful young woman who’s with a criminal. And they show the woman, and she could stay, by the law, but they show the woman being taken out. Or they want her out, and your cameras are focused on her as she’s crying as she’s being taken out of our country. And then the public turns against us,” Trump added. “But we have to do our job. And you have to have a series of standards and a series of laws. And in the end, look, our country is a mess.” NDAA watch Still on Congress’ pre-holiday to-do list: the fiscal 2025 National Defense Authorization Act, a bicameral compromise version of which was released over the weekend. The House plans to vote on it this week, with a Rules Committee meeting scheduled for Monday. The Senate intends to follow suit before the holidays. The sprawling, $883.7 billion Pentagon policy measure would authorize the amount of defense spending in fiscal 2025 that Biden requested, while mostly deleting House-passed Republican amendments on hot-button social issues. It is particularly noteworthy for its large pay raises for military personnel — 4.5 percent for all troops and an additional 10 percent raise on top of that for the lowest-ranking troops — plus so-called quality-of-life improvements in everything from child care to medical services to housing. Judicial watch With only weeks to go until Republicans assume control of the Senate, Democratic leaders in that chamber have been intent on using their remaining time in the majority to confirm Biden’s judicial nominees. Senators are slated to resume consideration Monday afternoon of Biden’s nomination of Tiffany Johnson to be a district judge for the Northern District of Georgia. At least one more floor vote on a federal judge nominee, for the Middle District of Pennsylvania, is possible later in the week. Before leaving town Thursday, the Senate approved, 52-45, the nomination of Sarah Davenport to be a district judge for the District of New Mexico. Freshman class Two Democratic senators-elect, Adam B. Schiff of California and Andy Kim of New Jersey, are scheduled to be sworn in on Monday. Schiff will succeed Democratic Sen. Laphonza Butler, who was appointed by Gov. Gavin Newsom to fill the seat of the late Democrat Dianne Feinstein. Schiff was elected last month to both finish Feinstein’s term and serve a six-year term that will begin Jan. 3. Schiff submitted his formal resignation from the House on Friday, which was effective Sunday. He stepped down from the House Judiciary Committee on Nov. 13. Biden and White House aides last week were reportedly considering preemptive blanket pardons for some of Trump’s political and other foes — and Schiff was on that list. During his first term, Trump routinely slammed Schiff over his role as chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, including the committee’s probe into possible Russian interference in the 2016 U.S. presidential election. Schiff told NPR in November that he did not want a pardon from Biden, saying he was confident that the court system could withstand what he described as possible flimsy charges from a Trump Department of Justice. Meantime, Kim will succeed Democratic Sen. George S. Helmy, who was appointed last year by New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy after longtime Democratic Sen. Bob Menendez stepped down following a federal corruption conviction. Helmy resigned over the weekend, and Murphy appointed Kim to the seat. Kim, who will be the first Korean American senator, won a full six-year term last month that will begin on Jan. 3.SAINT PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Kendall Blue and Nolan Minessale had 22 points each in St. Thomas' 88-81 victory over Montana on Saturday. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * SAINT PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Kendall Blue and Nolan Minessale had 22 points each in St. Thomas' 88-81 victory over Montana on Saturday. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? SAINT PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Kendall Blue and Nolan Minessale had 22 points each in St. Thomas’ 88-81 victory over Montana on Saturday. Miles Barnstable had 17 points for the Tommies (7-4). Malik Moore led the Grizzlies (6-4) with 30 points. Money Williams added 14 points, six rebounds and four assists for Montana. Jensen Bradtke had 11 points. ___ The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar. 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A MECHANIC bought a £13,000 Bentley — then learned it was once owned by Bullseye’s Jim Bowen. Joe Hewes, 31, had no idea of the burgundy R Turbo's link to the legendary TV host. 5 Joe Hewes bought a £13,000 Bentley — then learned it was once owned by Bullseye’s Jim Bowen Credit: NB PRESS LTD 5 YouTuber Joe, of Market Harborough, Leicestershire, spotted the 1997 motor for sale on eBay and was so taken by it he offered the full asking price Credit: NB PRESS LTD 5 The rare motor was top of the range for its time and came complete with walnut dinner trays, sheepskin carpets and heated seats Credit: NB PRESS LTD 5 Bowen hosted Bullseye from 1981 to 1995 Credit: Rex He spotted the 1997 motor for sale on eBay and was so taken by it he offered the full asking price without even seeing it. The rare motor was top of the range for its time and came complete with walnut dinner trays, sheepskin carpets and heated seats. Joe, who buys and restores tanks, told The Sun: "I wanted something different to drive around in and have always loved Bentleys. "They're a beautiful car with a classic shape and not so expensive these days. READ MORE ON JIM BOWEN NO BULLY Pub once owned by Bullseye's Jim Bowen axes dartboard to make space for diners HITS THE SPOT When was Bullseye on TV and how did help catch a Welsh serial killer? "I went onto eBay and saw this one and just had to have it. "I offered the full asking price on the condition that the owner drive it to the farm. "If he agreed, I could be fairly confident that the car was still in good working order - and he was good to his word. "He drove it all the way here and then told me it came with an added bonus - that it was owned by Jim." Most read in Motors 'HEAVY HEART' Popular Scots auto parts shop to shut after more than 20 years in business RACING BLUES Ferrari owned by string of A-list celebrities to sell for eye-watering price PASS IT ON Map reveals EASIEST place to take driving test in Britain with 70% pass rate DRIVE BLOW Ten cars most likely to fail MOT & cost you £100s - where does yours rank? YouTuber Joe, of Market Harborough, Leicestershire, now uses it for trips out with pals and his pet dog. He added: "The guy who sold it handed me the keys and then left with his BFH (Bus Fare Home)." Freddie Flintoff to host reboot of legendary darts quiz show Bullseye in first big TV job since crash ordeal Bowen , whose other catchphrases included "Super, smashing, great", hosted Bullseye from 1981 to 1995. In its heyday it was watched by up to 20 million viewers. The show is being revived this Christmas - with Andrew Flintoff taking over the presenting role made famous by Bowen . The telly special will even feature darts sensation Luke Littler as a guest star. Joe said: "I was too young to remember Bullseye but I've watched a few old episodes with my mum and dad. "They loved it back in the day and can't believe I've now got Jim's car. "I always wanted a Bentley and now I've got one that belonged to a TV legend." 5 Joe now uses it for trips out with pals and his pet dog Credit: NB PRESS LTDHow Green Public Procurement is Transforming Bulgaria’s Economy and Governance

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LA Galaxy strike early, hold off New York Red Bulls 2-1 to win their record 6th MLS Cup championshipBEIRUT — Insurgents’ stunning march across Syria accelerated Saturday with news that they had reached the gates of the capital and that government forces had abandoned the central city of Homs. The government denied rumors that President Bashar Assad had fled the country. The loss of Homs is a potentially crippling blow for Assad. It stands at an important intersection between Damascus and Syria’s coastal provinces of Latakia and Tartus — the Syrian leader’s base of support and home to a Russian strategic naval base. The pro-government Sham FM reported that government forces took positions outside Syria’s third-largest city, without elaborating. Rami Abdurrahman who heads the Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, said Syrian troops and members of different security agencies have withdrawn from the city, adding that rebels have entered parts of it. The capture of Homs is a major victory for insurgents, who have already seized the cities of Aleppo and Hama, as well as large parts of the south, in a lightning offensive that began Nov. 27. Analysts said Homs falling into rebel hands would be a game-changer. The rebels’ moves around Damascus, reported by the monitor and a rebel commander, came after the Syrian army withdrew from much of southern part of the country, leaving more areas, including several provincial capitals, under the control of opposition fighters. For the first time in the country’s long-running civil war, the government now has control of only three of 14 provincial capitals: Damascus, Latakia and Tartus. The advances in the past week were among the largest in recent years by opposition factions, led by a group that has its origins in al-Qaida and is considered a terrorist organization by the U.S. and the United Nations. In their push to overthrow Assad’s government, the insurgents, led by the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham group, or HTS, have met little resistance from the Syrian army. The rapid rebel gains, coupled with the lack of support from Assad’s erstwhile allies, posed the most serious threat to his rule since the start of the war. The U.N.’s special envoy for Syria, Geir Pedersen, on Saturday called for urgent talks in Geneva to ensure an “orderly political transition.” Speaking to reporters at the annual Doha Forum in Qatar, he said the situation in Syria was changing by the minute. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, whose country is Assad’s chief international backer, said he feels “sorry for the Syrian people.” In Damascus, people rushed to stock up on supplies. Thousands went to Syria’s border with Lebanon, trying to leave the country. Many shops in the capital were shuttered, a resident told The Associated Press, and those still open ran out of staples such as sugar. Some were selling items at three times the normal price. “The situation is very strange. We are not used to that,” the resident said, insisting on anonymity, fearing retributions. “People are worried whether there will be a battle (in Damascus) or not.” It was the first time that opposition forces reached the outskirts of Damascus since 2018, when Syrian troops recaptured the area following a yearslong siege. The U.N. said it was moving noncritical staff outside the country as a precaution. Syria’s state media denied social media rumors that Assad left the country, saying he is performing his duties in Damascus. He has had little, if any, help from his allies. Russia is busy with its war in Ukraine. Lebanon’s Hezbollah, which at one point sent thousands of fighters to shore up Assad’s forces, has been weakened by a yearlong conflict with Israel. Iran has seen its proxies across the region degraded by regular Israeli airstrikes. U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on Saturday posted on social media that that the United States should avoid engaging militarily in Syria. Pedersen said a date for talks in Geneva on the implementation a U.N. resolution, adopted in 2015, and calling for a Syrian-led political process, would be announced later. The resolution calls for the establishment of a transitional governing body, followed by the drafting of a new constitution and ending with U.N.-supervised elections. Later Saturday, foreign ministers and senior diplomats from eight key countries, including Saudi Arabia, Russia, Egypt, Turkey and Iran, along with Pederson, gathered on the sidelines of the Doha Summit to discuss the situation in Syria. In a statement issued late Saturday, the participants affirmed their support for a political solution to the Syrian crisis “that would lead to the end of military activity and protect civilians.” They also agreed on the importance of strengthening international efforts to increase aid to the Syrian people. Rami Abdurrahman, who heads the Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, an opposition war monitor, said insurgents were in the Damascus suburbs of Maadamiyah, Jaramana and Daraya. Opposition fighters were marching toward the Damascus suburb of Harasta, he added. A commander with the insurgents, Hassan Abdul-Ghani, posted on the Telegram messaging app that opposition forces had begun the “final stage” of their offensive by encircling Damascus. HTS controls much of northwest Syria and in 2017 set up a “salvation government” to run day-to-day affairs in the region. In recent years, HTS leader Abu Mohammed al-Golani has sought to remake the group’s image, cutting ties with al-Qaida, ditching hard-line officials and vowing to embrace pluralism and religious tolerance. The shock offensive began Nov. 27, during which gunmen captured the northern city of Aleppo, Syria’s largest, and the central city of Hama, the country’s fourth largest city. Opposition activists said Saturday that a day earlier, insurgents entered Palmyra, which is home to invaluable archaeological sites had been in government hands since being taken from the Islamic State group in 2017. Get local news delivered to your inbox!