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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. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.NEW YORK CITY, Dec. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On Thursday, November 21, 2024, the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) celebrated the achievements of the historic Capital Readiness Program (CRP) at the NASDAQ Tower in Times Square. Deputy Under Secretary of Commerce for Minority Business Development Eric Morrissette joined Capital Readiness Program awardees as they uplift underserved entrepreneurs across the nation. “One of the greatest obstacles facing underserved entrepreneurs is access to capital, which is why the CRP is so essential. With this landmark program, MBDA is working to address the root problem of that issue by supporting businesses and communities that have been historically overlooked or left behind,” said Deputy Under Secretary Eric Morrissette . “The CRP has and will continue to open doors for entrepreneurs looking to start and scale their businesses.” Since its inception in 2023, CRP awardees, incubators, and accelerators have already served 6,326 entrepreneurs and helped raise $263 million in capital, form 2,636 new businesses, develop 1,726 business pitches, and host 2,486 networking events for diverse business owners and entrepreneurs across America. Awardees in attendance included The U.S. Black Chambers, Inc., U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Ventures, the Community Development Venture Capital Alliance, the National Minority Supplier Development Council, the National Urban League, the National Asian/Pacific Islander Chamber of Commerce, and the Eastern Shore Entrepreneurship Center. “The Capital Readiness Program has empowered the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce to unlock critical capital opportunities, driving growth for businesses and reshaping regional economies,” said USHCC Educational Fund Senior Vice President Evelyn Barahona, one of the awardees present at NASDAQ . “Through the program, we've catalyzed expansion and new ventures for small business owners, strengthening not only the Hispanic community but the nation's economy. Looking ahead to 2025 and beyond, the USHCC is excited to collaborate with the MBDA and partners to further elevate the possibilities for businesses across the country.” These centers have unique expertise to assist, and train underserved entrepreneurs seeking resources, tools, and technical assistance to start or scale their businesses in high-growth industries such as healthcare, climate resilient technology, asset management, infrastructure, and more. For more information on active Minority Business Development Agency initiatives, visit www.mbda.gov . About the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) The U.S. Department of Commerce, Minority Business Development Agency is the only Federal agency dedicated to the growth and global competitiveness of U.S. minority business enterprises (MBEs). For more than 50 years, MBDA’s programs and services have better equipped MBEs to create jobs, build scale and capacity, increase revenues, and expand regionally, nationally, and internationally. ### Attachment Press Release with Photo

Washington could use some good vibes as the Huskies wrap up nonconference play by hosting the New Jersey Institute of Technology on Sunday in Seattle. The Huskies (8-4) are coming off a 79-70 defeat to Seattle University, their first to their city rivals in 20 meetings since 1978. "Nobody cares," Washington coach Danny Sprinkle said when asked about the historical significance of the loss. "Obviously, Seattle U didn't care about it, either. They came in and competed. The basketball gods gave them what they deserved. ... They kicked our butt in almost every category from shooting to energy to physicality and getting to the free-throw line. "I'm shocked the game was this close. I really am." The Huskies had averaged 88 points and shot 55 percent from the field in their two most-recent wins, against in-state rivals Washington State and Eastern Washington. But they struggled against the Redhawks, shooting 24 of 57 from the field (42.1 percent) and 6 of 24 from 3-point range (25 percent). Tyler Harris led the Huskies with 20 points and Great Osobor added 19 points, 10 rebounds and three assists. But Washington got just seven points on 3-for-18 shooting from starters Mekhi Mason and DJ Davis, who combined to shoot 1 for 14 beyond the arc. Starter Tyree Ihenacho didn't attempt a field goal and finished with zero points. "For whatever reason, we weren't ready to play with the aggressiveness and the desperation that we have to play with," Sprinkle said. "We're not good enough to come out like we did and play the way we did. "We don't shoot the ball well enough. We're not good enough at the free-throw line and we're not good enough defensively to not do the little things and scrap and fight like we did against Washington State." NJIT (2-11) will be playing for the first time since Dec. 14, a 50-43 loss at home in Newark to Wagner. "Finals, 15 days off and then a trip to Washington," Highlanders coach Grant Billmeier said. The Highlanders have one of the youngest rosters in the nation -- 12 of 14 players are either freshmen or sophomores. They're led by second-year guard Tariq Francis, who is averaging 18.6 points and 3.7 assists per game. Sebastian Robinson (11.8 points per game), a sophomore guard, and forward Tim Moore Jr. (10.2) also are averaging in double-figure scoring. Moore, one of two graduate students on the roster, is pulling down a team-best 6.1 rebounds per game. --Field Level MediaFBI investigating ‘numerous bomb threats’ against Trump administration nominees

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Who Is Rishi Parti? Businessman Buys Ultra-Luxury DLF Flat In Gurugram For ₹190 CroreMumbai: The returning officer of the Chandivali assembly segment has started an investigation into chief minister Eknath Shinde’s visit to the area on polling day, where Shiv Sena’s Dilip Lande is up against Naseem Khan from the Congress in what is expected to be a tight contest. Khan had filed a complaint with the Election Commission of India alleging that Shinde had violated the model code of conduct by visiting Chandivali on polling day. Citing the ECI’s guidelines, Khan stated in his complaint that political leaders fighting the elections are prohibited from entering constituencies other than their own for 48 hours up to the polling day. Shinde is contesting from the Kopri-Pachpakhadi constituency in Thane. “I have issued a notice to the deputy commissioner of police, Satish Gunjal, to get details of the incident,” said returning officer Kalpana Godhe. Khan claimed the chief minister had reached his constituency on Wednesday around 3 pm and held a roadshow along with Lande, which was aimed at swaying voters given that multiple polling stations are located along the route. Voting for Maharashtra’s 288 assembly constituencies was held between 7 am and 6 pm on Wednesday. “Shinde did a roadshow on polling day and appealed to people to vote for Lande. This is a violation of the model code of conduct. If the Tulinj police filed a case against BJP leader Vinod Tawde for entering Virar, where he is not a voter, why was no offence registered against the CM? DCP Satish Gunjal has to do an investigation and take action, but he has not done anything,” Khan said. HT tried contacting DCP Gunjal but didn’t get a response. Lande, meanwhile, said that Shinde, being the chief minister, has the right to visit all areas. “He didn’t visit the polling centre in Chandivali. He visited many other constituencies apart from Chandivali. I am told he visited six other constituencies,” he added.Jimmy Carter had the longest post-presidency of anyone to hold the office, and one of the most active. Here is a look back at his life. 1924 — Jimmy Carter was born on Oct. 1 to Earl and Lillian Carter in the small town of Plains, Georgia. 1928 — Earl Carter bought a 350-acre farm 3 miles from Plains in the tiny community of Archery. The Carter family lived in a house on the farm without running water or electricity. 1941 — He graduated from Plains High School and enrolled at Georgia Southwestern College in Americus. 1942 — He transferred to Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta. 1943 — Carter’s boyhood dream of being in the Navy becomes a reality as he is appointed to the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. 1946 — He received his naval commission and on July 7 married Rosalynn Smith of Plains. They moved to Norfolk, Virginia. 1946-1952 — Carter’s three sons are born, Jack in 1947, Chip in 1950 and Jeff in 1952. 1962-66 — Carter is elected to the Georgia State Senate and serves two terms. 1953 — Carter’s father died and he cut his naval career short to save the family farm. Due to a limited income, Jimmy, Rosalynn and their three sons moved into Public Housing Apartment 9A in Plains. 1966 — He ran for governor, but lost. 1967 — Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter’s fourth child, Amy, is born. 1971 — He ran for governor again and won the election, becoming Georgia’s 76th governor on Jan. 12. 1974 — Carter announced his candidacy for president. 1976 — Carter was elected 39th president on Nov. 2, narrowly defeating incumbent Gerald Ford. 1978 — U.S. and the Peoples’ Republic of China establish full diplomatic relations. President Carter negotiates and mediates an accord between Egypt and Israel at Camp David. 1979 — The Department of Education is formed. Iranian radicals overrun the U.S. Embassy and seize American hostages. The Strategic Arms Limitations Treaty is signed. 1980 — On March 21, Carter announces that the U.S. will boycott the Olympic Games scheduled in Moscow. A rescue attempt to get American hostages out of Iran is unsuccessful. Carter was defeated in his bid for a second term as president by Ronald Reagan in November. 1981 — President Carter continues to negotiate the release of the American hostages in Iran. Minutes before his term as president is over, the hostages are released. 1982 — Carter became a distinguished professor at Emory University in Atlanta, and founded The Carter Center. The nonpartisan and nonprofit center addresses national and international issues of public policy. 1984 — Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter volunteer one week a year for Habitat for Humanity, a nonprofit organization that helps needy people in the United States and in other countries renovate and build homes, until 2020. He also taught Sunday school in the Maranatha Baptist Church of Plains from the mid-’80s until 2020. 2002 — Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. 2015 — Carter announced in August he had been diagnosed with melanoma that spread to his brain. 2016 — He said in March that he no longer needed cancer treatment. 2024 — Carter dies at 100 years old. Sources: Cartercenter.org, Plains Historical Preservation Trust, The Associated Press; The Brookings Institution; U.S. Navy; WhiteHouse.gov, Gallup

Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 34 points and the visiting Milwaukee Bucks rallied for an 118-113 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday. The Bucks bounced back from losses to the Atlanta Hawks and Boston Celtics for their eighth win in 10 games and improved to 10-3 since dropping eight of their first 10, including a 13-point loss at Brooklyn on Oct. 27. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.The 'Code' that has sent gaming companies in India into a huddle

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