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You can now buy a car on AmazonAfter two tied runoff elections and two recounts, the Yellowstone County Democratic Central Committee on Monday evening selected three potential candidates to replace Emma Kerr-Carpenter in the Montana House. The longtime state representative from Billings was appointed last week to succeed Democrat Kathy Kelker in the Montana Senate. State Rep. Emma Kerr-Carpenter, D-Billings, speaks during a public forum at the MSU Billings College of Education on Dec. 15, 2022. Kelker, 81, resigned on Nov. 13 , leaving an opening for her position representing central Billings in the upper legislative chamber. The Yellowstone County Commission unanimously selected Kerr-Carpenter, 35, to serve the remainder of Kelker’s term, which ends on Jan. 4, 2027, from among three candidates nominated by the local Democrats. Billings Democrat Emma Kerr-Carpenter is sworn in by Judge Colette Davies on Dec. 3 to serve in the Montana Senate. Yellowstone County Commissioners Don Jones (left) John Ostlund (center) and Mark Morse (right) appointed Kerr-Carpenter, who represents District 46 in the Montana House, to replace state Sen. Kathy Kelker, who resigned on Nov. 13. Later this month, the commission is expected appoint a new representative to serve Kerr-Carpenter's two-year term in the House. Kerr-Carpenter, who has represented central Billings in the legislature since 2018, was re-elected on Nov. 5. Her appointment to the state Senate, leaves her position in House District 46 open just ahead of the Jan. 6 start of the legislative session. By state law, when a vacancy occurs, the central committee from the outgoing lawmaker’s political party nominates three potential successors. The county commissioners then select one of them to appoint. The local Democrats’ top picks to replace Kerr-Carpenter are Billings City Councilwoman Denise Joy , retired psychiatrist Dr. Mark Nicholson and artist and property manager Anne Ross . Joy, 60, a special needs assistant for Billings Public Schools, is currently serving her second four-year term on the council. When she was first elected to represent Midtown and the South Side in 2017, she was the only member of the Democratic Socialists of America to win public office in Montana. Billings City Councilwoman Denise Joy poses for a portrait at Moav Coffee House after becoming Montana's only elected member of the Democratic Socialists of America in November 2017. Danny Choriki , who previously served on the council with Joy, spoke on her behalf. He said she couldn’t miss the council meeting to be present when the party selected nominees on Monday evening because she’s the only member with a perfect attendance record. Choriki praises Joy’s work for Billings neighborhoods “That’s especially interesting because she was there the night after her father was murdered ,” Choriki said. “She’s been a tireless advocate for the working class and other minorities. ...And she has those years of experience of knowing what’s going on with the government and what the city needs from the state legislature.” Nicholson, 70, ran in the Nov. 5 election for a four-year term serving parts of Southwest and central Billings in Montana Senate District 24 . Although he lost by 608 votes, or 54% to 46% , to longtime local leader Republican Mike Yakawich, he said, he learned a lot by listening to voters during his campaign. Retired psychiatrist Dr. Mark Nicholson leaves a flyer at a home on Prickett Lane in Billings while campaigning for Montana Senate District 24 on Sept. 27. “We really need to continue our traditional Democratic work of making the system work for people,” Nicholson said. “But we also have to convince them that we’re doing that.” Nicholson shares what he heard on the campaign trail of 2024 If appointed, Nicholson said, he’d start helping working people by focusing on expanding Medicaid, reducing property taxes, improving education and curbing crime. Ross, 39, also competed for a legislative seat on the Nov. 5 ballot. Republican Curtis Schomer, however, won the two-year term to serve parts of Southwest Billings in House District 48 , by 641 votes, or 57% to 43% . Ross said her education studying art and psychology at MSU coupled with her experience working in mental health care for Youth Dynamics and being a parent made her want to start fighting for underdogs. Billings artist and property manager Anne Ross ran for a two-year term representing Southwest Billings in House District 48 in the Nov. 5 election. “I definitely saw how close we all are to homelessness, to instability in our finances and things like that. We’re all just one lost paycheck away from something that could spiral into something much deeper,” she said. “Realizing that gave me a lot more empathy for the people who are struggling to get by.” Ross talks about fighting for Montana’s underdogs Becky Riedl, chairwoman for the local Democrats, said she plans to submit the three nominees to the Yellowstone County Commission by 5 p.m. Wednesday. The commissioners will then have 15 days to appoint Kerr-Carpenter’s successor. Riedl said Kelker hasn't given a reason for her resignation. She did not respond to the Gazette's request for an interview. 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The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! Get the poll delivered straight to your inbox with AP Top 25 Poll Alerts. Sign up here . COMMERCE, Texas (AP) — Scooter Williams Jr. had 19 points in East Texas A&M’s 68-67 victory over Abilene Christian on Wednesday. Williams added six rebounds and three steals for the Lions (2-10). Khaliq Abdul-Mateen added 17 points while going 3 of 8 and 11 of 12 from the free-throw line while he also had five assists and three steals. The Lions snapped a seven-game slide. Quion Williams led the Wildcats (7-5) in scoring, finishing with 17 points and seven assists. Leonardo Bettiol added 16 points and seven rebounds for Abilene Christian. Hunter Jack Madden had 13 points. ___ The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .Do Sarah Michelle Gellar and Jennifer Love Hewitt have beef? Cruel Intentions star Gellar set tongues wagging this week when she spoke at the Dexter: Original Sin premiere about the upcoming I Know What You Did Last Summer reboot. While the actress, 47, was excited to talk about the project’s “incredible cast” and “fun script,” the interview took an awkward turn when the Extra reporter asked about Hewitt. “I know Jennifer Love Hewitt said that she’s possibly returning,” the journalist said. “You can’t tell [us]?” Gellar silently shrugged before stepping back and saying she has “nothing to do with that.” Social media users had a heyday with the red carpet clip, with many believing the Buffy the Vampire Slayer star was “definitely throwing shade” at the 45-year-old. Sarah Michelle Gellar on the red carpet. “Look at that face! She hates her so bad,” one person speculated via X, while another wrote, “This seems so shady LOL.” A third joked, “I thought she was an actress? Girl ... act.” Gellar and Hewitt’s reps have yet to respond to Page Six’s requests for comment. The previous day, Hewitt appeared on the I’ve Never Said This Before With Tommy DiDario podcast and spoke about Gellar. Hewitt brought up the alleged “fighting” on her own, saying, “I root for her and [husband] Freddie [Prinze Jr.] and think it’s the cutest thing in the world that they’ve been married for 100 years and have kids. “It’s adorable,” she continued. “So it’s been really funny to see all this [negative] stuff that people think.” Hewitt and Gellar co-starred in I Know What You Did Last Summer in 1997, playing Julie James and Helen Shivers, respectively. They appeared together in 1997’s I Know What You Did Last Summer. Love Hewitt was full of praise for SGM in another interview this week. Picture: Getty News broke that a reboot was in the works when Gellar posted an Instagram photo from the set in November, which she admittedly got “in a little bit of trouble” for. In a recent interview with Page Six, Hewitt told us she was interested in being part of the project and confirmed they were “in talks,” but it was a matter of making the shooting schedule work. “Fingers crossed right now,” she said, adding, “I do want it to happen. It was a fun it was a fun thing for me. And I feel like at, you know, 45, it would be really cool to go back to something. I started when I was 18, which is crazy to think about, but I think it would be fun.” She confirmed the reprised role in a Friday Instagram post, with Gellar sharing the announcement to her Story. This story originally appeared on Page Six and is republished here with permission. More Coverage Yellowstone star’s savage Costner comments Janelle Ash – Fox News Star of huge Netflix hit now unrecognisable Tilly Pearce – The Sun Originally published as Sarah Michelle Gellar sparks feud rumours with very awkward red carpet encounter Celebrity Life Don't miss out on the headlines from Celebrity Life. Followed categories will be added to My News. Join the conversation Add your comment to this story To join the conversation, please log in. Don't have an account? Register Join the conversation, you are commenting as Logout More related stories Entertainment US actress unrecognisable in shocking photos One of the stars of the massive Netflix hit Orange is the New Black has been spotted this week looking virtually unrecognisable. Read more Royals New Andrew scandal engulfs royal family A friend of the Duke of York has been outed as an alleged spy – and the blowback from the crisis could have brutal consequences. Read more
Prestige Exterior Services Offers Landscaping Services in the Louisville, KY AreaIf you get lost finding Christine Ewing’s place west of Muskogee, just look for the Scottish flag and the bird feeders. That’s where Ewing finds perfect ways to pursue her interests. The Chicago native grew up in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. She pursued an early interest in bird watching and a love of the outdoors. She kept that interest going by getting involved with the Tulsa Audubon Society when she moved to Tulsa in the 1980s. “We have an upcoming yearly event, the Christmas Bird Count, where several small groups go out to survey an entire county in this area,” she said. “All of the groups surveying that county turn in the results to Audubon which are tabulated and then sent to the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology where they have kept track of the populations of birds for decades.” She also got involved with the Scottish Club of Tulsa. After moving to Muskogee to be with her husband, Ewing quickly fell in love with the area. “I love it when I can get any of my friends and family here to Muskogee,” she said. “During Christmastime, all of the Christmas concerts are spectacular — I love to get them to Depot Green to see the train, the reindeer, to Honor Heights to see the lights, the Castle to see all the activities, and to the Muskogee Little Theater to see the great talent we have here in Muskogee.” Another plus is living only a couple miles from Muskogee’s Pecan Creek Winery, she said. Ewing recalled how her brother reacted when he recently visited Oklahoma for the first time. “As I would introduce him to my friends, I would tell them that he was my brother and was visiting Oklahoma for the first time,” she said. “They went up to him and gave him a hug, telling him, ‘Hey there, it’s great to meet you, and welcome to Oklahoma.’ Later that day, he asked me, ‘why were all those people hugging me today, I never even met them before!” I was proud to answer, ‘that’s just the people are here, very friendly.’” Environment helps with pursuit of passion Christine Ewing’s woodsy acreage allows her to indulge her birdwatching. She keeps busy bird feeders around her yard, including outside her home office’s bay window. “A lot of time I see something at my desk, and when I see something, I have to grab my binoculars,” she said, after watching an eastern Phoebe perch behind a back deck. She said she recently spied a painted bunting, a blackburnian warbler, and a rose-breasted grosbeak. She recalled hearing two pileated woodpeckers calling each other early one morning. “I know there are at least two out there,” she said. Ewing said birdwatching enables her to find interesting things anytime, anywhere, at a low cost. “To be able to take the joys of things that are there and take notice, things that everybody else takes for granted,” she said. “Oklahoma actually has western birds and eastern birds. Black Mesa has some birds you don’t have here.” Loves Scottish music, history Ewing said she was attending Tulsa’s Scottish Games around 1999 when someone invited her to join the Scottish Club of Tulsa. She said it was just the club she was looking for. “Maybe it’s the bagpipes,” she said. “I love traditional Scottish, Celtic music. The Gaelic language fascinates me. I’m taking some Gaelic lessons.” She said she is fascinated by the music and history. “A complete, added surprising benefit was the friendships, and learning to take on leadership roles,” she said. “When you’re a new face, it’s ‘OK, you need to volunteer for this committee.’ And you realize you can make a difference, things can get better if you work hard at it. You learn to lead and delegate.... You can make a difference if you have a vision and you can sell your vision and get people on your side.” Ewing said she has Scottish lineage mostly on her mother’s side, from the Scott and Hayes clans. “Like most, I’m a little bit of everything,” she said. Proximity to winery aids to educate Ewing’s newfound interest in wine hits close to home — within a couple miles. “The proximity of the winery has helped me learn so much about everything,” she said, adding that Pecan Creek Winery is a mile north and a mile west of her house. The vineyard is even closer, she said. “You don’t have to go to Napa Valley or France,” Ewing said. “The fact that they have this in Muskogee is amazing.” Ewing has helped at the Pecan Creek booth at area events including Muskogee Rotary’s Party in the Park, Bedouin Shrine’s Flying Fez and the Scottish festival. She said she learned a lot about wine from Bob Wickizer, who operates the vineyard. She said she learned how Oklahoma’s climate affects wine’s taste. “It’s specific for certain grapes,” she said. “It is not conducive to Chardonnay. Instead we have Vignole for white and Chambourcin for red wine.” Vignole is more crispy and tart than Chardonnay, she said. Ewing said the most fascinating she learned about wine is “all the work that goes into that one tiny little bottle.” HOW DID YOU COME TO BE AN OKIE FROM MUSKOGEE? “Work brought me to Oklahoma many years ago, I always thought I would return to Chicago, but as it turned out I simply loved it here. The access to fields, open spaces, hiking, and nature is a gift. The people are genuine, caring, and generous.” WHAT DO YOU LIKE BEST ABOUT MUSKOGEE? “Muskogee has a whole lot going on, as does the Papilion, Civic Center, and Hatbox Event Center. We have a lot of talented musicians here...most of the downtown watering holes and restaurants feature music, and right around Christmas, the holiday concerts can keep you busy every week for the entire month of December. In and around Muskogee there is a lot of wildlife, I enjoy watching and co-existing with the animals and birds in their habitat.” WHAT WOULD MAKE MUSKOGEE A BETTER PLACE TO LIVE? “For me, fewer stray animals, fewer chained up dogs. More resources to help those who rescue animals.” WHAT PERSON IN MUSKOGEE DO YOU ADMIRE MOST? “Delsie Lewis and Rebecca Reaume. Delsie, is in charge of Fur Babies and leads Muskogee in helping animals by coordinating vaccinations and providing low-cost spaying/neutering for pets and strays. I have seen her jump into her car because a business called, telling her of an injured stray dog in their parking lot. She immediately went to figure out the best option to help this animal. Rebecca Reaume manages many rescued animals, works with shelters, and connects unwanted stray animals from this area, to loving homes in other areas, most at her own expense.” WHAT IS THE MOST MEMORABLE THING TO HAPPEN TO YOU IN MUSKOGEE? “Getting married to Rick Ewing at Grace Episcopal, which also allowed me to show of the delights of Muskogee with lots of family and friends. WHAT DO YOU DO IN YOUR SPARE TIME? “Spare time? What’s that?” HOW WOULD YOU SUM UP MUSKOGEE IN 25 WORDS OR LESS? “Muskogee has a lot of hard-working talent, generosity, and opportunity — when people come together and combine these skills, magic happens.”
QNA DOHA: Minister of Culture HE Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Hamad Al Thani inaugurated the events of the Qatar National Day 2024, at Darb Al Saai in Umm Salal on Tuesday. Held annually on Dec 18 each year, the Ministry of Culture is organizing this event from Dec 10-18, 2024, with the Qatari flag 'Al Adaam'being held aloof at the main Darb Al Saai in square, in preparation for the start of cultural and heritage events that strengthen the national identity in this occasion. The event featured a large crowd of citizens and residents who had been keen to be there to enjoy the outstanding national and patrimonial atmospheres. A host of ministers, ambassadors to the state of Qatar, and officials attended the opening ceremony, with the Minister of Culture and the honoured guests touring several events at Darb Al Saai. In press remarks, Assistant Undersecretary for Cultural Affairs at the Ministry of Culture, Ghanem bin Mubarak Al Ali, emphasized that the events Darb Al Saai are one of the most salient manifestations of marking the Qatar National Day, which reflect the spirit of patriotism and embodiment of deep values that underpin the State of Qatar since its establishment. The events represent a unique cultural and heritage platform that highlights the State of Qatar's inveterate history and heritage through holding a wide diversity of events that combine between the cultural and heritage, as well as recreational and educational nature, Al Ali underlined. He highlighted that this occasion aims to promote national identity and Qatari foremost values through programs that target all community members, in pursuit of forging connection among the current generation and the legacy of forebears, emphasizing that Darb Al Saai is not merely a festive atmosphere, but rather a national message that carries the connotation of pride in the past. It is an occasion to envision a bright future under a prudent leadership, with the Ministry of Culture being committed to embodying the diverse Qatari cultures by these activities at Darb Al Saai, he noted. The Ministry of Culture has meticulously ensured that this year's event serves as a vibrant tapestry of cultural and heritage-oriented activities, encompassing an extensive array of immersive experiences. Additionally, through its carefully curated pavilions and expansive open-air spaces, the event strives to transport visitors, both nationals and expatriates, into dynamic environments that vividly embody and celebrate the essence of Qatari culture. This grand occasion will host 15 principal events, intricately interwoven with a total of 104 diverse and awe-inspiring sub-events. A diverse array of cultural and heritage activities will be featured, including some of the most prominent attractions, including the Qatari House, the main theater, the art arcade, the Bid'ah event, the Maktar, the Al-Azbah, the Procession, the Puppet Theater, the Desert Museum, and many diverse events. The Ministry of Culture was on the promise and curated a rich array of cultural, artistic, heritage, and educational activities that will be held daily at the main theater at Darb Al-Saai, including three poetry evenings, three religious, cultural, and artistic symposiums, and three theatrical performances, each of which will be staged three times. Additionally, there will be a children's play, a children's choir performance, four spectacular operetta events, an activity for the Qatar University Alumni Association, an event titled 'melody and story', along with a host of other distinguished activities. Darb Al-Saai opens its doors daily to the public from 3pm until 11pm, at its permanent site, which spans an area of 150,000 square meters, and is distinguished by a prominent level of facilities and utilities that ensure comfort and safety for visitors and participating entities, enhancing their experience throughout the events. Additionally, the venue hosts 80 shops, 30 restaurants and cafes, as well as 5 traditional games. Copy 11/12/2024 10
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( MENAFN - Asia Times) This article was originally published by Pacific Forum. It is republished with permission. Vietnam's maritime security is shaped by its geographic position, strategic interests, and the pressing need to safeguard its territorial waters. The South China Sea (known in Vietnam as the East Sea) serves as a crucial route for international trade. It is also marked by intricate territorial disputes, highlighting the importance of Vietnam's naval and coast guard forces. China's growing fleet of unmanned air, surface, and underwater systems poses a serious security threat to Hanoi. In August 2024, a Chinese WZ-10 drone entered Vietnam's airspace 160 to 170 kilometers from Cam Ranh, a vital naval base. The Chinese have raised the temperature in the South China Sea by using unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs), gliders and Argo floats , which are dual-use. This has prompted Vietnam to seek measures to enhance its monitoring, patrolling, and response capabilities without overcommitting its limited conventional forces. A key opportunity to bolster these efforts is integrating unmanned systems into Vietnam's defense arsenal. Given the existing capacity shortfalls, Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (“Quad”) nations, which have a plan to support capacity-building for regional navies in Southeast Asia, are well-positioned to enhance Vietnam's capabilities in this area. The Vietnamese People's Army (VPA) has extensive experience operating UAVs to augment its maritime intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities. These UAVs are either domestically developed with foreign assistance or imported from abroad. Vietnam also showcased its larger class of UAVs, conceivably a medium-altitude long-endurance system, during its first international defense expo in 2022. However, Vietnam's focus on unmanned maritime vehicles, both surface and underwater, is still in a nascent stage. As tensions in the maritime domain with China escalate, the VPA seeks advanced unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) and UUVs to bolster its maritime security and protect critical maritime infrastructure in the Vietnamese EEZs. These systems not only are cost-effective but they also play a crucial role in ISR capabilities. The Quad is now more strategically aligned and is recognized as a valuable platform for fostering regional cooperation that aims to enhance peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific. The September 2024 Quad joint statement explicitly highlights the importance of strengthening maritime security capabilities of Southeast Asian nations. Vietnam, given its robust ties with the Quad countries, has much to gain from partnering with the Quad, particularly in improving its technological and operational prowess in maritime security. The Quad nations have expertise in developing and operating unmanned maritime systems. Sharing technological knowledge or co-developing specialized systems tailored to Vietnam's requirements would substantially help its ISR capabilities. In particular, India and Vietnam maintain close defense ties, given that both use Soviet weapon systems. During Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh's state visit to India in August 2024, both nations reiterated their commitment to strengthening mutual relations. India has provided a $300 million loan to Hanoi for acquiring two types of patrol vessels. In addition, the US has supplied the Vietnam Coast Guard with 18“Metal Shark” patrol boats, while Japan is offering a $348 million loan to Hanoi for constructing six patrol boats, set to be operational by 2025. There is potential for industrial collaboration, which could lead to a joint venture in constructing UUVs or USVs that would be advantageous for both nations. Defense industry cooperation to develop unmanned maritime systems presents a significant opportunity for the Quad nations to collaborate with Hanoi. This can include building or upgrading command-and-control infrastructure to ensure seamless operation and coordination. Additionally, supporting Vietnam in building a domestic unmanned maritime systems industry, potentially through technology transfers and specialized human resource training, could foster greater autonomy and capability in Vietnam's defense sector. While the potential benefits of unmanned systems are clear, they are not without challenges. Vietnam's approach to security partnerships is carefully balanced to avoid over-reliance on any one partner. Vietnam aims to engage with the Quad, ensuring its non-alignment policy remains intact while maximizing cooperation benefits. Although unmanned systems are more cost-effective than manned alternatives, acquiring and maintaining these still entails significant investment. Vietnam may need to explore financing options with the assistance of Quad nations. Additional challenges include the absence of a comprehensive legal and regulatory framework for unmanned systems development and deployment in Vietnam. The collaboration in unmanned maritime systems may represent a significant advancement for Vietnam and the Quad. In conclusion, Vietnam's maritime security is a linchpin for regional stability and economic prosperity. As maritime threats grow more sophisticated, integrating unmanned maritime systems into its strategy will provide a critical edge for VPA. With its collective technological expertise and strategic interest in a free and open Indo-Pacific, the Quad can play a pivotal role. By focusing on technology transfer, training, infrastructure support, and joint exercises, the Quad can help build Vietnam's capacity to protect its waters. While Vietnam maintains a non-aligned stance, its advocacy for a rule-based order and its reliance on international law to safeguard its maritime interests make it a natural partner for the Quad. Strengthening Vietnam's maritime capabilities will therefore greatly enhance regional security and also underscore the Quad's commitment to safeguarding the shared interests of Southeast Asian countries. Prakash Panneerselvam, PhD, (... ) is a Japan Foundation Indo-Pacific Partnership (JFIPP) research fellow and an assistant professor at the National Institute of Advanced Studies (NIAS), Bengaluru. Van T. Pham, rer, (... ) is founding director of the South China Sea Chronicle Initiative in Vietnam. Thank you for registering! An account was already registered with this email. Please check your inbox for an authentication link. MENAFN19122024000159011032ID1109014646 Legal Disclaimer: MENAFN provides the information “as is” without warranty of any kind. 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