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Dick's Sporting Goods shares rise on analyst optimism ahead of resultsResearchers from a local university are conducting a community-led research project to map the drug crisis in Surrey. Michael Ma, PhD and Tara Lyons, PhD from Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) are working with the Surrey Union of Drug Users (SUDU) to highlight "the lack of specific research on Surrey’s toxic drug supply crisis, harm reduction and the regulation of people who use drugs," notes a KPU news release Tuesday (Dec. 10). Surrey had the second-highest number of drug overdose deaths in the province for the first nine months of 2024, according to the . Gina Egilson, a board member at SUDU, said, "Surrey's losing more and more people to toxic drug overdoses, with at least four to five people dying every week." “There's a deep urgency to improve the system through more support and resources in Surrey. This research will be an empowering skill-building opportunity that will help guide SUDU's advocacy." In an , Ma noted that the majority of research on overdoses in B.C. is focused on Vancouver's Downtown Eastside, even though most overdoses have occurred in Vancouver, Surrey and Victoria. “For too many years there hasn't been enough focus on the escalating drug crisis in Surrey,” Ma said. “So we want to try to build more capacity and support in Surrey through resources, funding and infrastructure.” The project will draw from people with lived experience of substance use, who will take an "active role as participants and collaborators in the research," notes the KPU release. “This research is just not for pure scholarly academic reasons. It’s a community development project that has a research component. It can be leveraged for social action to generate new social, economic and political policy that could benefit people who are suffering, being misunderstood or being under-researched,” Ma said. Pete Woodrow, a board member at SUDU, said, “I've never seen this kind of collaboration between people of lived experience and established researchers." “It not only creates a bridge of understanding between two groups that would not normally have contact, it also gives us an opportunity to gain a greater handle on where services are most needed. So often the intent of help falls short or misses the mark due to the lack of a proper map of marginalized population.” Lyons added, “We don’t see people as objects of study in the work we're doing. They're experts who are guiding the kind of questions we're going to ask and how we will communicate the information.” A $339,159 grant from the will help fund this project.Chandigarh: The Punjab and Haryana high court has made it clear that ‘krewa’ marriage, where a widow is married to her husband’s brother, is a recognised form of remarriage and has a wide social acceptability but has no value in the law. The HC passed the orders while upholding the decision of the Haryana govt to stop the widow pension of a woman who had performed krewa marriage with the elder brother of her late husband. “Krewa marriage is a recognised form of remarriage practiced primarily in parts of north India, especially amongst the Jat community in Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan, which allows a widow to remarry within the family of her deceased husband and more often to his brother or his near male relative ... Even though the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, does not exclusively recognise or regulate such practice as a separate form of marriage, however, a conjoint reading of sections 5 and 7 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, establishes that a marriage, which has a customary practice and social acceptability and is performed in a socially acceptable norm, would have the sanctity and callings of a valid marriage,” the HC clarified. The HC has also held that the financial assistance under the social security scheme is not a right which vests in a person. It has further held that for the grant of financial assistance under the social security scheme, a widow claiming the benefit, is required to establish that she fulfilled the eligibility conditions for the entire duration for which the financial assistance has been availed by her. “As soon as the disqualification or ineligibility is acquired, the financial assistance under the scheme is liable to be stopped,” the HC has said. Justice Vinod S Bhardwaj has passed the orders while dismissing a plea filed by Shanti Devi of Kaithal district. She had challenged the order dated Jan 16, 2019, through which she was issued a notice by the Haryana govt to deposit the amount received by her towards widow pension, of Rs 1,06,500, along with interest after solemnising a second marriage (krewa). Directions were also sought to refund Rs 2,73,291 that has already been recovered from the petitioner. Petitioner’s husband had died in 1981 and she had performed krewa with her brother-in-law. She was getting a widow pension from the Haryana govt since 1999. In her plea, her counsel had submitted that krewa marriage is only a social obligation and does not have the callings of a valid marriage. It was also argued that the petitioner is poor and being subjected to unnecessary harassment by the authority and that she has been forced to deposit the pension amount under the threat of registration of a criminal case against her. It was contended the krewa marriage performed in the family does not debar a widow from the benefits of her deceased husband and that the benefit of the social security scheme cannot be denied to her as it would be contrary to the objective of the scheme. Dismissing her plea, the HC has held that where a benefit has been obtained by suppression of true facts, recovery rights have been granted to the state govt.

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Luke Kromenhoek threw for 209 yards and tossed three touchdown passes as Florida State halted a six-game losing streak and routed Charleston Southern 41-7 on Saturday. Kromenhoek completed 13 of 20 passes in his first college start, including a 71-yard touchdown pass to Ja’Khi Douglas, as the Seminoles (2-9) won for the first time since Sept. 21. The true freshman also connected with Amaree Williams for a 4-yard TD and Hykeem Williams for a 10-yard TD. Florida State had the nation’s lowest scoring offense at 13.3 points. The Seminoles hadn’t scored more than 21 points or surpassed the 300-yard mark in 2024. But Florida State overwhelmed FCS Charleston Southern (1-11), accumulating 415 offensive yards. Kaleb Jackson completed 22 of 32 passes for 218 yards, including a 7-yard touchdown pass to Landon Sauers, and an interception for the Buccaneers. The takeaway Charleston Southern: While the Buccaneers found some success through the air, they couldn’t sustain drives and managed just 57 rushing yards on 29 carries. Florida State: The Seminoles picked up a season-best 176 rushing yards, scoring 17 points in the second quarter and 14 points in the third quarter to take control. Up next Charleston Southern’s season is over. Florida State plays host to Florida on Nov. 30. AP college football: and . Sign up for the AP’s college football newsletter:

In the rapidly evolving world of gaming, vocabulary games are getting an avant-garde makeover with the power of artificial intelligence. While they’ve long served as an engaging tool for learning, these games are set to transcend traditional boundaries, offering players unprecedented interactive experiences. AI-driven personal tutors: Imagine a game that not only teaches you new words but also learns from your interactions to adapt its challenges. Advanced AI algorithms can now personalize vocabulary games based on a player’s skill level and learning speed, offering customized word challenges that maximize vocabulary retention. Augmented Reality (AR) immersion: The integration of AR technology into vocabulary games promises a more engaging experience. Picture a scenario where players, wearing AR glasses, explore a virtual world overlaid on their physical surroundings. Interactive word puzzles pop up as they navigate, turning everyday environments into educational adventures. Social and multiplayer dimensions: The rise of real-time collaboration in gaming is also influencing vocabulary games. New platforms enable players to challenge friends or engage in cooperative word-building tasks. These features not only enhance word knowledge but also foster a sense of community and competition. Gamification of learning: Future iterations will emphasize rewarding progress through virtual rewards, leaderboards, and achievements, making learning something to eagerly anticipate. By leveraging these technological advancements, vocabulary games are poised to play a significant role in educational entertainment. With AI, AR, and social gaming reshaping the landscape, these innovative vocabulary games pave the way for more dynamic, personalized, and interactive learning experiences. The Future of Vocabulary Games: AI Innovations and Immersive Learning Experiences In the dynamic realm of digital gaming, vocabulary games are experiencing a transformative era, courtesy of artificial intelligence (AI) and emerging tech trends. These innovations promise to elevate learning from traditional word exercises to something profoundly interactive and personalized. AI-Driven Personal Tutors One of the most exciting developments in vocabulary gaming is the use of AI to create personal tutors that enhance the learning process. These AI-powered tutors assess a player’s interactions, skill level, and learning speed to tailor challenges specifically for them. The AI’s adaptability ensures that each session remains both engaging and educational, boosting vocabulary retention and mastery. Augmented Reality (AR) Immersion The integration of AR technology into vocabulary games is redefining the way players engage with language learning. Imagine donning a pair of AR glasses and being transported to a world where your immediate environment transforms into a canvas for interactive word puzzles. This not only makes the learning process captivating but also turns everyday settings into interactive educational displays, offering a rich blend of the virtual and the real. Social and Multiplayer Dimensions The evolution of vocabulary games is also marked by their growing social aspects. Modern platforms now support real-time collaboration, enabling players to challenge peers or partake in cooperative word-building tasks. This social layer enhances language acquisition while nurturing a community oriented around learning and competition. Gamification of Learning The gamification trend in education is adding layers of motivation and engagement to vocabulary games. By employing virtual rewards, leaderboards, and achievements, these games make learning a compelling adventure. Players are motivated to return and progress, making vocabulary acquisition a rewarding journey rather than a mundane task. Security Aspects and Privacy With these advancements, security and privacy become paramount. Developers are prioritizing secure platforms where players’ data, such as learning habits and personal progress, is safeguarded. Ensuring that AI and AR technologies are implemented with robust privacy measures will be key to maintaining user trust and integrity. Sustainability and Future Trends The increasing focus on sustainable practices is influencing the gaming industry as well. Developers are exploring energy-efficient software and eco-friendly materials for AR gadgets to lessen their environmental impact. As these innovations continue to evolve, vocabulary games of the future are predicted to be more sustainable, efficient, and accessible to a broader audience. These elements highlight a promising future for vocabulary games, where AI, AR, and social gaming converge to create dynamic, personalized, and interactive learning experiences. As technologies advance and gaming platforms enhance their offerings, language learning will increasingly become an engaging, day-to-day adventure.Brandon Stroud scores 16 as South Florida knocks off Webber International 106-49

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Nisat Alam, wife of the former minister of Jharkhand Alamgir Alam, has emerged victorious in Pakur by an overwhelming margin of 86,029 votes, official sources reveal. Alam's significant win comes amidst ongoing investigations against her husband, who stands accused in a money laundering case. Polling a total of 1,55,827 votes, Nisat Alam defeated Azhar Alam of the AJSU Party in this fiercely contested election. Her remarkable margin underscores strong voter confidence despite the looming controversy surrounding her husband's legal troubles. Meanwhile, Alamgir Alam faced severe criticism from multiple central leaders during public rallies, who called for voters to reject what they described as 'corrupt forces'. His arrest by the Enforcement Directorate on May 15 has been a focal point for opposition campaigns. (With inputs from agencies.)Around 1000 pro-Palestinian demonstrators attended a rally in Glasgow on Saturday, despite the impact of Storm Bert as it caused disruption across Scotland. Organised by Stop the War Glasgow, the march left Glasgow Green and travelled across the city, eventually ending on Bath Street. 🎥 WATCH: Pro-Palestine campaigners braved Storm Bert to attend a demonstration in Glasgow on Saturday ❄️ @GlasgowStopWar estimated around 1000 protesters showed up ⬇️ pic.twitter.com/Bj3s6D0Pt9 It was initially planned to end with a rally at Glasgow Green, but this was later moved indoors due to poor weather conditions. On Thursday, the ICC ruled that there are reasonable grounds on which to arrest the Israeli leader – as well as former Israeli defence minister Yoav Gallant and Hamas commander Mohammed Deif – for war crimes and crimes against humanity. READ MORE: The full list of countries that must arrest Benjamin Netanyahu 'on sight' The arrest warrants mean that the UK Government is legally obliged to arrest Netanyahu if he sets foot on British soil – with the Rome Statute from which this obligation springs incorporated into UK domestic law with the International Criminal Court Act 2001. Yet despite the ruling, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has refused to comment on whether the UK Government would arrest Netanyahu , with the PM’s spokesperson declining to get into “hypotheticals” when asked on Thursday. Keir McKechnie, chairperson of the Stop the War Coalition in Scotland, told The National that Starmer’s position was “an absolute disgrace”. (Image: Colin Mearns) “It’s an absolute disgrace that Keir Starmer – despite the fact that nearly 50,000 people have been massacred in Palestine, that the war has now moved to Lebanon – that they continue not to recognise the mass murder of the Palestinian people,” McKechnie said. Starmer previously said that he does not believe that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza . (Image: Colin Mearns) “I'm well aware of the definition of genocide, and that is why I've never described this as and referred to it as genocide,” he said during Prime Minister’s Questions on Wednesday. McKechnie continued: “We’re here to call out the complicity of the Starmer government, who incredibly and shamefully refuse to recognise the genocide and continue to spend billions arming the state of Israel. READ MORE: LIVE: Latest updates as Storm Bert hits Scotland “The key demand here is that not a penny of British Government money or taxpayers’ money should be spent on arming Israel.” Looking ahead, McKechnie said the pro-Palestine movement needed to “escalate” their campaign against the UK Government’s funding of Israel. However, he also called on the Scottish Government to “stop funding Israeli companies” through organisations such as the Scottish Enterprise. (Image: Colin Mearns) It comes as charity Amnesty International revealed that no arms company in receipt of a Scottish Enterprise grant – even those linked to states who have breached international law and who have been accused of war crimes - has ever failed a human rights check. “We’re saying: Stop all the funding, break all the economic, political and cultural ties with this genocidal state,” McKechnie continued. “We’ll continue the anti-war movement to build the pressure. As long as they’re bombing, we’ll be marching.”

Around 1000 pro-Palestinian demonstrators attended a rally in Glasgow on Saturday, despite the impact of Storm Bert as it caused disruption across Scotland. Organised by Stop the War Glasgow, the march left Glasgow Green and travelled across the city, eventually ending on Bath Street. 🎥 WATCH: Pro-Palestine campaigners braved Storm Bert to attend a demonstration in Glasgow on Saturday ❄️ @GlasgowStopWar estimated around 1000 protesters showed up ⬇️ pic.twitter.com/Bj3s6D0Pt9 It was initially planned to end with a rally at Glasgow Green, but this was later moved indoors due to poor weather conditions. On Thursday, the ICC ruled that there are reasonable grounds on which to arrest the Israeli leader – as well as former Israeli defence minister Yoav Gallant and Hamas commander Mohammed Deif – for war crimes and crimes against humanity. READ MORE: The full list of countries that must arrest Benjamin Netanyahu 'on sight' The arrest warrants mean that the UK Government is legally obliged to arrest Netanyahu if he sets foot on British soil – with the Rome Statute from which this obligation springs incorporated into UK domestic law with the International Criminal Court Act 2001. Yet despite the ruling, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has refused to comment on whether the UK Government would arrest Netanyahu , with the PM’s spokesperson declining to get into “hypotheticals” when asked on Thursday. Keir McKechnie, chairperson of the Stop the War Coalition in Scotland, told The National that Starmer’s position was “an absolute disgrace”. (Image: Colin Mearns) “It’s an absolute disgrace that Keir Starmer – despite the fact that nearly 50,000 people have been massacred in Palestine, that the war has now moved to Lebanon – that they continue not to recognise the mass murder of the Palestinian people,” McKechnie said. Starmer previously said that he does not believe that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza . (Image: Colin Mearns) “I'm well aware of the definition of genocide, and that is why I've never described this as and referred to it as genocide,” he said during Prime Minister’s Questions on Wednesday. McKechnie continued: “We’re here to call out the complicity of the Starmer government, who incredibly and shamefully refuse to recognise the genocide and continue to spend billions arming the state of Israel. READ MORE: LIVE: Latest updates as Storm Bert hits Scotland “The key demand here is that not a penny of British Government money or taxpayers’ money should be spent on arming Israel.” Looking ahead, McKechnie said the pro-Palestine movement needed to “escalate” their campaign against the UK Government’s funding of Israel. However, he also called on the Scottish Government to “stop funding Israeli companies” through organisations such as the Scottish Enterprise. (Image: Colin Mearns) It comes as charity Amnesty International revealed that no arms company in receipt of a Scottish Enterprise grant – even those linked to states who have breached international law and who have been accused of war crimes - has ever failed a human rights check. “We’re saying: Stop all the funding, break all the economic, political and cultural ties with this genocidal state,” McKechnie continued. “We’ll continue the anti-war movement to build the pressure. As long as they’re bombing, we’ll be marching.”Investor Warren Buffett renewed his Thanksgiving tradition of giving by announcing plans to hand more than $US1.1 billion ($1.7 billion) of Berkshire Hathaway stock to four of his family’s foundations, and he offered new details about who will be handing out the rest of his fortune after his death. Buffett has said previously that his three kids will distribute his remaining $US147.4 billion ($226.8 billion) fortune in the 10 years after his death, but now he has also designated successors for them because it’s possible that Buffett’s children could die before giving it all away. He didn’t identify the successors, but said his kids all know them and agree they would be good choices. Warren Buffett with son Peter and daughter Susie. Credit: AP “Father time always wins. But he can be fickle – indeed unfair and even cruel – sometimes ending life at birth or soon thereafter while, at other times, waiting a century or so before paying a visit,” the 94-year-old Buffett said in a letter to his fellow shareholders. “To date, I’ve been very lucky, but, before long, he will get around to me. There is, however, a downside to my good fortune in avoiding his notice. The expected life span of my children has materially diminished since the 2006 pledge. They are now 71, 69 and 66.” Buffett said he still has no interest in creating dynastic wealth in his family — a view shared by his first and current wives. He acknowledged giving Howard, Peter and Susie millions over the years, but he has long said he believes “hugely wealthy parents should leave their children enough so they can do anything but not enough that they can do nothing.” Buffett built Berkshire Hathaway into an investing powerhouse. Credit: Bloomberg The secret to building up such massive wealth over time has been the power of compounding interest and the steady growth of the Berkshire conglomerate Buffett leads through acquisitions and smart investments like buying billions of dollars of Apple shares as iPhone sales continued to drive growth in that company. Buffett never sold any of his Berkshire stock over the years and also resisted the trappings of wealth and never indulged in much — preferring instead to continue living in the same Omaha home he’d bought decades earlier and drive sensible luxury sedans about 20 blocks to work each day. “As a family, we have had everything we needed or simply liked, but we have not sought enjoyment from the fact that others craved what we had,” he said. If Buffett and his first wife had never given away any of their Berkshire shares, the family’s fortune would be worth nearly $US364 billion — easily making him the world’s richest man — but Buffett said he had no regrets about his giving over the years. The family’s giving began in earnest with the distribution of Susan Buffett’s $US3 billion estate after her death in 2004, but really took off when Warren Buffett announced plans in 2006 to make annual gifts to the foundations run by his kids along with the one he and his wife started, as well as the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Warren Buffett’s giving to date has favoured the Gates Foundation with $US55 billion in stock because his friend Bill Gates already had his foundation set up and could handle huge gifts when Buffett started giving away his fortune. But Buffett has said his kids now have enough experience in philanthropy to handle the task and he plans to cut off his Gates Foundation donations after his death. Buffett always makes his main annual gifts to all five foundations every summer, but for several years now he has been giving additional Berkshire shares to his family’s foundations at Thanksgiving. Buffett reiterated Monday his advice to every parent to allow their families to read their will while they are still alive — like he has done — to make sure they have a chance to explain their decisions about how to distribute their belongings and answer their children’s questions. Buffett said he and his longtime investing partner Charlie Munger, who died a year ago, “saw many families driven apart after the posthumous dictates of the will left beneficiaries confused and sometimes angry.” Today, Buffett continues to lead Berkshire Hathaway as chairman and CEO and has no plans to retire although he has handed over most of the day-to-day managing duties for the conglomerates dozens of companies to others. That allows him to focus on his favourite activity of deciding where to invest Berkshire’s billions. One of Buffett’s deputies who oversees all the noninsurance companies now, Greg Abel, is set to take over as CEO after Buffett’s death. The Business Briefing newsletter delivers major stories, exclusive coverage and expert opinion. Sign up to get it every weekday morning .Democrats want communications between Epshteyn and Trump appointees disclosed