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genie top 100 Incoming First Lady Melania Trump has announced her first big hire for her new East Wing office in the White House , appointing longtime aide Hayley Harrison to be her chief of staff. In a statement, Trump’s office said Harrison “has maintained an integral role and exceptional leadership on the First Lady’s team over the past seven years.” “She has a strong understanding of White House operations, and as Chief of Staff, Mrs. Harrison will oversee and manage the East Wing’s team while strategically liaising with other parts of government,” the office added. Trump is reportedly not planning on living full-time in Washington, D.C. during her second stint in the White House, but she’s set to still have a platform and highlight issues important to her, CNN noted. Compared to her predecessors, Trump had a small East Wing team during her first term as first lady with about a dozen members of staff. In a recent Fox News appearance, she said she’s “not anxious because this time is different. I have much more experience and much more knowledge.” “I was in the White House before. When you go in, you know exactly what to expect,” she added. “You know what kind of people to get – that they are on your team, that they have the same vision as me and to serve me because they serve the country,” Trump said. Last year, ABC News reported that Harrison was named in the indictment against President-elect Donald Trump for his alleged mishandling of classified documents. Harrison was known as Trump Aide 1 in the case and she texted another staffer about moving the files out of the Mar-a-Lago business center to create space for the staff. “There is still a little room in the shower where his other stuff is,” Harrison is alleged to have written to another aide. Special Counsel Jack Smith looks set to close down the investigation before the president-elect is inaugurated. The former first lady’s previous chief of staff, Stephanie Grisham, backed Vice President Kamala Harris for president and spoke at the Democratic National Convention this summer. “I never thought I’d be speaking at a Democratic convention,” Grisham said in a statement back in August. “But, after seeing firsthand who Donald Trump really is, and the threat he poses to our country, I feel very strongly about speaking out.” During her remarks to the convention, Grisham said the president-elect “mocks” his own voters, referring to them as “basement dwellers.” He has “no empathy, no morals, and no fidelity to the truth,” she argued at the time. “I love my country more than my party,” the former White House press secretary said. “Kamala Harris tells the truth. She respects the American people and she has my vote.”Neuman & Esser Expands Hydrogen Generator Plant In Brazil

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Rakovina Therapeutics Increases Private Placement Offering to $3.0 MillionJimmy Carter, the 39th US president, has died at 100Van Nistelrooy’s first game in charge ended with a 3-1 win over West Ham, thanks to goals from Jamie Vardy, Bilal El Khannouss and Patson Daka. The Dutchman, who was out of work for just two weeks following his four-game spell as Manchester United interim boss, only started on Sunday so was happy to end a hectic three days in style. “It has been very busy getting to know everyone, start working together,” he said. “Everybody was involved with that and helping, it was busy, long days, but worth it. I was focused on the game and what the game needed, the subs, the half-time talk, so focused on the moment, so I am going to get myself a little beer and reflect on the last three days.” He endured a dream start as Vardy scored after just 98 seconds with El Khannouss and Daka adding second-half goals. It was by no means one-way traffic, though, as West Ham – who scored a consolation through Niclas Fullkrug at the death – had 30 shots on goal. But Van Nistelrooy saw enough to think he can deliver on his objective of keeping the Foxes in the Premier League. “I am very happy, if you look at the result – and it is about the result – it was a great night, three points, three good goals and also very effective. Ruud at the wheel 🛞 — Leicester City (@LCFC) “Overall the game of course we have seen and how dominant West Ham were at certain stages and what they created, that is a fact and something we have to look at. “Overall, what I expected of the players going forward was togetherness and hunger, energy and spirit in this team that is fighting for every inch. “Eleven players on the pitch who are fighting as a foundation to play the rest of the Premier League. I saw that completely with every single player that started and came on. “That’s the foundation we have to build on, without that it will be impossible to get where we want to go. I am very happy about that.” West Ham’s hierarchy will have seen what impact a managerial change can have as the jury remains out on Julen Lopetegui, with away fans making their feelings clear by chanting “You’re getting sacked in the morning”. Lopetegui expects to keep his job but forthcoming games against his former club Wolves, Bournemouth, Brighton and Southampton could determine the Spaniard’s future. “The only thing that I am worried about is to go to training session tomorrow and stand up the players and prepare the next challenge,” he said. “We have one month of December with a lot of matches and I am sure with this attitude we are going to achieve many more points. “I believe in the players. I am confident that tomorrow we are going to be ready to prepare the next match. “Understanding the question, but at the end of the season maybe we talk in another way. There are a lot of matches and points, a lot of things can happen. “I believe in these players and team, I am sure the position is going to be much better. They are only words but we have to work a lot to achieve this.”

Experimenting with democracy A national government is neither a solution to Pakistan’s current problems nor a viable way forward One of the seasons in Pakistan is the season of ‘national government’ – a time when everyone suddenly and without any prompt starts talking about a ‘national government’ that will change the course of Pakistani politics and democracy and fix everything. Just as suddenly, the season shifts as well. We are currently experiencing National Government Season – emblematic of a troubled political system. From speculative statements by politicians to lofty suggestions by analysts, the idea always seems to generate considerable buzz. This time too it has the usuals propping it up as a solution. Most dismiss it as wishful thinking by those left out of the corridors of power, as well as a calculated attempt to ‘test the waters’ – which, to be fair to Pakistan’s politics, have never passed the national government test. Here’s a simple fact: a national government is neither a solution to Pakistan’s current problems nor a viable way forward. Proponents of the national government theory argue that it is necessary to resolve the political tensions that have gripped the country since the no-confidence vote against former prime minister Imran Khan two years ago. They believe that Pakistan’s precarious political climate demands a government that includes representatives from all major political parties, including the PTI, and that such a setup would de-escalate tensions and pave the way for fresh elections. Critics rightly point out the fundamental flaws in this approach. There is no evidence to suggest that a national government would succeed where others have failed. On the contrary, such an arrangement risks further entrenching the hybrid governance model that has undermined Pakistan’s democratic institutions. The country’s history is littered with experiments in governance – military coups, technocrat setups, or other non-democratic solutions. None have yielded long-term stability or prosperity. The ‘Bangladesh model’ frequently touted by proponents of technocratic regimes has always been a non-starter. The suggestion of a national government in Pakistan often comes with caveats that raise eyebrows in any case and, far from being a unifying force, a government of this nature could deepen political divisions and further erode public trust in democratic institutions. What Pakistan truly needs is not another grand experiment in governance but a genuine commitment to political dialogue. Encouragingly, reports suggest that senior PTI leader Asad Qaiser and National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq have taken steps to reduce political tensions. This thaw could serve as a foundation for meaningful negotiations, offering a much-needed path forward. At the heart of these discussions must be a commitment to addressing the structural issues plaguing Pakistan’s democracy. This includes ensuring free and fair elections, empowering an independent and non-controversial election commission, safeguarding the judiciary’s independence, and ending the practice of political victimisation through legal cases. Perhaps most importantly, political actors must build a consensus on economic reforms to prevent the country’s growth from being held hostage by political expediency. The hybrid model of governance has already cost Pakistan dearly, leading to unprecedented political polarisation and the erosion of fundamental freedoms. Adding another layer to this experiment in the form of a national government would only exacerbate these problems. It is time to reject undemocratic solutions and focus instead on strengthening what remains of Pakistan’s democratic framework.ESTERO, Fla. (AP) — Sydney Shaw scored 20 points and made four 3-pointers, JJ Quinerly added 14 points and No. 12 West Virginia handed Boise State its first loss, 82-47 on Saturday in the Gulf Coast Showcase. West Virginia advances to the championship game on Sunday, while Boise State plays for third place. The Mountaineers have started 8-0 in back-to-back seasons after last year's 11-0 beginning. Quinerly also had three steals to help West Virginia reach double figures in that category in every game this season. The Mountaineers also forced 20-plus turnovers for the eighth straight game. Boise State was held to just six points in the first and third quarters. West Virginia went on two 10-0 runs in the first quarter to build a 16-point lead. The Mountaineers led by double figures the rest of the way. It was 45-23 at halftime then Quinerly scored four straight points to begin a 9-0 run that ended in a 32-point lead. Freshman Jordan Thomas, coming off her first career double-double, had 10 points and six rebounds for West Virginia. Elodie Lalotte scored 11 points for Boise State (7-1). Teryn Gardner addd 10. West Virginia was coming off an 89-54 victory over High Point on Friday to begin the tournament. The Mountaineers led by as many as 39 points and forced 22 turnovers in that one. ___ Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP women’s college basketball: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-womens-college-basketball-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/womens-college-basketball

Jimmy Carter, the 39th U.S. president who led the nation from 1977 to 1981, has died at the age of 100. The Carter Center announced Sunday that his father died at his home in Plains, Georgia, surrounded by family. His death comes about a year after his wife of 77 years, Rosalynn, passed away. The Carter Center will provide updates about ceremonies and activities to honor the life of President Carter as they become available here and soon on the official Carter Family Tribute Site ( https://t.co/Tg5UZt7kPV ). Read our statement: https://t.co/CNBUBpffPz — The Carter Center (@CarterCenter) December 29, 2024 Despite receiving hospice care at the time, he attended the memorials for Rosalynn while sitting in a wheelchair, covered by a blanket. He was also wheeled outside on Oct. 1 to watch a military flyover in celebration of his 100th birthday. The Carter Center said in February 2023 that the former president and his family decided he would no longer seek medical treatment following several short hospital stays for an undisclosed illness. Carter became the longest-living president in 2019, surpassing George H.W. Bush, who died at age 94 in 2018. Carter also had a long post-presidency, living 43 years following his White House departure. RELATED STORY: Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter: A love story for the ages Before becoming president Carter began his adult life in the military, getting a degree at the U.S. Naval Academy, and rose to the rank of lieutenant. He then studied reactor technology and nuclear physics at Union College and served as senior officer of the pre-commissioning crew on a nuclear submarine. Following the death of his father, Carter returned to Georgia to tend to his family's farm and related businesses. During this time, he became a community leader by serving on local boards. He used this experience to elevate him to his first elected office in 1962 in the Georgia Senate. After losing his first gubernatorial election in 1966, he won his second bid in 1970, becoming the state’s 76th governor. As a relative unknown nationally, Carter used the nation’s sour sentiment toward politics to win the Democratic nomination. He then bested sitting president Gerald Ford in November 1976 to win the presidency. Carter battles high inflation, energy crisis With the public eager for a change following the Watergate era, Carter took a more hands-on approach to governing. This, however, meant he became the public face of a number of issues facing the U.S. in the late 1970s, most notably America’s energy crisis. He signed the Department of Energy Organization Act, creating the first new cabinet role in government in over a decade. Carter advocated for alternative energy sources and even installed solar panels on the White House roof. During this time, the public rebuked attempts to ration energy. Amid rising energy costs, inflation soared nearly 9% annually during Carter's presidency. This led to a recession before the 1980 election. Carter also encountered the Iran Hostage Crisis in the final year of his presidency when 52 American citizens were captured. An attempt to rescue the Americans failed in April 1980, resulting in the death of eight service members. With compounding crises, Carter lost in a landslide to Ronald Reagan in 1980 as he could only win six states. Carter’s impact after leaving the White House Carter returned to Georgia and opened the Carter Center, which is focused on national and international issues of public policy – namely conflict resolution. Carter and the Center have been involved in a number of international disputes, including in Syria, Israel, Mali and Sudan. The group has also worked to independently monitor elections and prevent elections from becoming violent. Carter and his wife were the most visible advocates for Habitat for Humanity. The organization that helps build and restore homes for low- and middle-income families has benefited from the Carters’ passion for the organization. Habitat for Humanity estimates Carter has worked alongside 104,000 volunteers in 14 countries to build 4,390 houses. “Like other Habitat volunteers, I have learned that our greatest blessings come when we are able to improve the lives of others, and this is especially true when those others are desperately poor or in need,” Carter said in a Q&A on the Habitat for Humanity website. Carter also continued teaching Sunday school at Maranatha Baptist Church in his hometown well into his 90s. Attendees would line up for hours, coming from all parts of the U.S., to attend Carter’s classes. Carter is survived by his four children.

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The national average price of gas has fallen for the seventh straight week to $3 per gallon, the lowest level since May 2021. The price of gas has fallen slightly, 0.6 cents from last week, and is 23.2 cents lower than a year ago. According to data from GasBuddy, more than 100,000 stations now offer gas at $2.99 per gallon or less. The median gas price is $2.93 per gallon with the top 10% of stations averaging $4.16 per gallon and the bottom 10% of stations averaging $2.40 per gallon. Read More: New Conservative ETF Aims To Invest In S&P 500 Without DEI: ‘We’re Going To Deliver That Mandate’ "Millions took to the road for Thanksgiving, and while some regions, like the Great Lakes, saw gas prices rise just in time for travel, most of the nation saw prices hold mostly stable or decline slightly as the national average remains near the lowest level we've seen since 2021," said Patrick De Haan , head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. Oil Prices: Oil prices per barrel have held in a tight range in the upper $60s over the past week, as tensions continue between Russia and Ukraine, a tenuous peace deal in the Middle East, and economic slowdown in China, among other factors. Looking Ahead: OPEC members will likely consider extending the current production cuts for another month. However, there is some uncertainty ahead if President-elect Donald Trump increases sanctions on Iran, and potentially Venezuela, or adds tariffs on Canadian crude. "While the potential impacts from tariffs are something to watch, they would have no effect until late January, if implemented at all. For this week, all eyes will be on the previously delayed OPEC+ meeting on Thursday. If they begin to restore oil production, oil prices could soften to the mid-$60s [per barrel]," De Haan said. Oil Investments: Investors looking for exposure to the oil market could invest in individual oil companies like Exxon Mobil Corp. XOM , ConocoPhillips COP and Chevron Corp. CVX . Commodity oil ETFs track the price of crude oil using futures contracts and include the United States Oil Fund USO which tracks the price of West Texas Intermediate crude oil. Equity oil ETFs invest in stocks of oil-related companies with one popular example being the Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund XLE , which holds large-cap U.S. energy companies. Read Next: Walmart, Target, Bath & Body Works Stand Out As Black Friday Winners: Analysts Photo: Engin Akyurt from Pixabay © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.Innovative AI Law service to assist the less fortunate in civil rights cases: VRN News

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Incoming First Lady Melania Trump has announced her first big hire for her new East Wing office in the White House , appointing longtime aide Hayley Harrison to be her chief of staff. In a statement, Trump’s office said Harrison “has maintained an integral role and exceptional leadership on the First Lady’s team over the past seven years.” “She has a strong understanding of White House operations, and as Chief of Staff, Mrs. Harrison will oversee and manage the East Wing’s team while strategically liaising with other parts of government,” the office added. Trump is reportedly not planning on living full-time in Washington, D.C. during her second stint in the White House, but she’s set to still have a platform and highlight issues important to her, CNN noted. Compared to her predecessors, Trump had a small East Wing team during her first term as first lady with about a dozen members of staff. In a recent Fox News appearance, she said she’s “not anxious because this time is different. I have much more experience and much more knowledge.” “I was in the White House before. When you go in, you know exactly what to expect,” she added. “You know what kind of people to get – that they are on your team, that they have the same vision as me and to serve me because they serve the country,” Trump said. Last year, ABC News reported that Harrison was named in the indictment against President-elect Donald Trump for his alleged mishandling of classified documents. Harrison was known as Trump Aide 1 in the case and she texted another staffer about moving the files out of the Mar-a-Lago business center to create space for the staff. “There is still a little room in the shower where his other stuff is,” Harrison is alleged to have written to another aide. Special Counsel Jack Smith looks set to close down the investigation before the president-elect is inaugurated. The former first lady’s previous chief of staff, Stephanie Grisham, backed Vice President Kamala Harris for president and spoke at the Democratic National Convention this summer. “I never thought I’d be speaking at a Democratic convention,” Grisham said in a statement back in August. “But, after seeing firsthand who Donald Trump really is, and the threat he poses to our country, I feel very strongly about speaking out.” During her remarks to the convention, Grisham said the president-elect “mocks” his own voters, referring to them as “basement dwellers.” He has “no empathy, no morals, and no fidelity to the truth,” she argued at the time. “I love my country more than my party,” the former White House press secretary said. “Kamala Harris tells the truth. She respects the American people and she has my vote.”

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Cheers and beers for Ruud van Nistelrooy as Leicester reign starts with winAustralia's prime minister said Sunday he was ready to "engage" with billionaire X owner Elon Musk over his criticism of the government's ban on under-16s joining social media. Anthony Albanese hailed the parliament's Thursday passage of landmark legislation requiring social media firms to take "reasonable steps" to prevent young teens from having accounts. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.