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FSK Completes Public Offering of $100 million 6.125% Unsecured Notes Due 2030By MICHELLE L. PRICE WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — An online spat between factions of Donald Trump’s supporters over immigration and the tech industry has thrown internal divisions in his political movement into public display, previewing the fissures and contradictory views his coalition could bring to the White House. The rift laid bare the tensions between the newest flank of Trump’s movement — wealthy members of the tech world including billionaire Elon Musk and fellow entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy and their call for more highly skilled workers in their industry — and people in Trump’s Make America Great Again base who championed his hardline immigration policies. The debate touched off this week when Laura Loomer , a right-wing provocateur with a history of racist and conspiratorial comments, criticized Trump’s selection of Sriram Krishnan as an adviser on artificial intelligence policy in his coming administration. Krishnan favors the ability to bring more skilled immigrants into the U.S. Loomer declared the stance to be “not America First policy” and said the tech executives who have aligned themselves with Trump were doing so to enrich themselves. Much of the debate played out on the social media network X, which Musk owns. Loomer’s comments sparked a back-and-forth with venture capitalist and former PayPal executive David Sacks , whom Trump has tapped to be the “White House A.I. & Crypto Czar.” Musk and Ramaswamy, whom Trump has tasked with finding ways to cut the federal government , weighed in, defending the tech industry’s need to bring in foreign workers. It bloomed into a larger debate with more figures from the hard-right weighing in about the need to hire U.S. workers, whether values in American culture can produce the best engineers, free speech on the internet, the newfound influence tech figures have in Trump’s world and what his political movement stands for. Trump has not yet weighed in on the rift. His presidential transition team did not respond to questions about positions on visas for highly skilled workers or the debate between his supporters online. Instead, his team instead sent a link to a post on X by longtime adviser and immigration hard-liner Stephen Miller that was a transcript of a speech Trump gave in 2020 at Mount Rushmore in which he praised figures and moments from American history. Musk, the world’s richest man who has grown remarkably close to the president-elect , was a central figure in the debate, not only for his stature in Trump’s movement but his stance on the tech industry’s hiring of foreign workers. Technology companies say H-1B visas for skilled workers, used by software engineers and others in the tech industry, are critical for hard-to-fill positions. But critics have said they undercut U.S. citizens who could take those jobs. Some on the right have called for the program to be eliminated, not expanded. Born in South Africa, Musk was once on an a H-1B visa himself and defended the industry’s need to bring in foreign workers. “There is a permanent shortage of excellent engineering talent,” he said in a post. “It is the fundamental limiting factor in Silicon Valley.” Trump’s own positions over the years have reflected the divide in his movement. Related Articles National Politics | Trump threat to immigrant health care tempered by economic hopes National Politics | In states that ban abortion, social safety net programs often fail families National Politics | Trump vows to pursue executions after Biden commutes most of federal death row National Politics | Elon Musk’s preschool is the next step in his anti-woke education dreams National Politics | Trump’s picks for top health jobs not just team of rivals but ‘team of opponents’ His tough immigration policies, including his pledge for a mass deportation, were central to his winning presidential campaign. He has focused on immigrants who come into the U.S. illegally but he has also sought curbs on legal immigration , including family-based visas. As a presidential candidate in 2016, Trump called the H-1B visa program “very bad” and “unfair” for U.S. workers. After he became president, Trump in 2017 issued a “Buy American and Hire American” executive order , which directed Cabinet members to suggest changes to ensure H-1B visas were awarded to the highest-paid or most-skilled applicants to protect American workers. Trump’s businesses, however, have hired foreign workers, including waiters and cooks at his Mar-a-Lago club , and his social media company behind his Truth Social app has used the the H-1B program for highly skilled workers. During his 2024 campaign for president, as he made immigration his signature issue, Trump said immigrants in the country illegally are “poisoning the blood of our country” and promised to carry out the largest deportation operation in U.S. history. But in a sharp departure from his usual alarmist message around immigration generally, Trump told a podcast this year that he wants to give automatic green cards to foreign students who graduate from U.S. colleges. “I think you should get automatically, as part of your diploma, a green card to be able to stay in this country,” he told the “All-In” podcast with people from the venture capital and technology world. Those comments came on the cusp of Trump’s budding alliance with tech industry figures, but he did not make the idea a regular part of his campaign message or detail any plans to pursue such changes.

NorthStandard member MC Shipping installed two WindWings® by BAR Technologies over one year ago on its bulk carrier Pyxis Ocean with performance data ratified by DNV. MC Shipping Singapore Branch’s Head of New Technology, Karmesh Tiwari, says fuel savings vary with size and speed of a vessel, but the sails are marketed with average savings of 1.5 tonnes per WindWings unit per day across worldwide routes. Even more fuel can be saved on windy routes, adds Tiwari, and favourable weather allowed the Pyxis Ocean to reach 9 knots on a ballast passage free sailing – without using its engine at all. Using WindWings does not materially affect manoeuvrability or cargo operations, although Tiwari acknowledges that Pyxis Ocean experienced deadweight loss of about 1,590 MT. Another wind propulsion developer, GT Wings tells NorthStandard that its 20-metre AirWingTM wind propulsion system helps to reduce the engine power for a given speed or allows the ship to increase speed instead of lowering power. GT Wings CEO George Thompson says the solution is expected to save upward of 8.5% of fuel over a typical yearly average. The business case for wind propulsion is being widened by European legislation, the FuelEU Maritime and EU Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS), as well as IMO regulations like the Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII), says NorthStandard Director External Affairs Helen Barden. Barden is part of the NorthStandard Navigating Decarbonisation team, and contributed to drafting BIMCO’s EEXI Transition, CII Operations, and the Emission Trading Scheme Allowances Clauses for Time Charter Parties. Barden is currently on BIMCO’s drafting committee producing a clause to promote data sharing between owners and charterers for energy efficiency purposes. “Regulation will help drive the adoption of wind propulsion technologies, however, the contractual relationship between charterers and owners that puts its use into a commercial perspective still needs some work,” says Barden. The European Union’s FuelEU regulation has a reward factor for wind propulsion, and at the IMO level wind propulsion is included as a pathway in the 2024 Life Cycle Analysis Guidelines. At MEPC 82 a paper was submitted by the International Wind Ship Association setting out that wind energy can be incorporated into the mid-term measures. IMO moves to develop market-based measures, including a global fuel standard and carbon levy may also advance shipping’s decarbonisation by encouraging wind propulsion and cutting the use of increasingly expensive fuels, says Mark Smith, Loss Prevention Director – NNE and Decarbonisation, NorthStandard. Smith says more clarity is required on the benefits that will be given under FuelEU, the EU ETS and CII but adds: “If you reduce fuel use under the EU ETS it will have a positive impact on the number of allowances that have to be purchased and similarly on a ship’s CII rating.” Wind sails come at a known capital cost, with little operating cost beyond that, whereas the prices of alternative fuels are likely to rise with strengthening demand while fossil fuels will also become more expensive under a carbon tax, Smith adds. Until now, though, the push for owners to install wind propulsion technology has tended to come from major charterers seeking to cut their emissions, whose long-term commercial relationship with owners better allows for costs and benefits to be shared. Barden says it is more difficult for owners operating in the spot markets or on shorter term charters, but that work is underway to try and address this split incentive issue. Bodies like the Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation are working on a ‘pay as you save’ project and BIMCO has a drafting subcommittee, which Barden sits on, that will look at a cost-benefit retrofitting clause for time charter parties. Smith adds that the lower costs of fuel and allowances also plays into cheaper cargo costs for charterers and potentially lower fares for passengers on other vessel types. Thompson, of GT Wings, says he believes that the IMO will standardise calculation methods for wind propulsion emission savings. The method considered potentially most accurate will use comparative analysis based on data driven simulation and modelling, he adds. Source: By Helen Barden, Director External Affairs, NorthStandard and Mark Smith, Loss Prevention Director – NNE and Decarbonisation, NorthStandard.6 Guatemalans arrested and charged with human smuggling in deadly 2021 Mexico truck crashThe Gophers football program has added a second receiver commitment in two days via the NCAA transfer portal. Nebraska transfer Malachi Coleman pledged to Minnesota on Tuesday and will have three years of eligibility at the U. ADVERTISEMENT “Let’s rock,” he posted on social media. Coleman was a top 70 recruit in the nation out of Lincoln (Neb.) East in the class of 2023, but didn’t play much in 2024. Listed at 6-foot-4 and 190 pounds, Coleman played in only one game in 2024, using his redshirt season. As a true freshman in 2023, Coleman had eight receptions for 139 yards and one touchdown. In 2023, he received an average grade out 58.0 by Pro Football Focus and was primarily a split receiver for 332 out of 335 total offensive snaps. Coleman follows two other wideouts to Minnesota: Logan Loya (UCLA) on Monday and Jaovn Tracy (Miami of Ohio) on Dec. 15. ______________________________________________________ This story was written by one of our partner news agencies. Forum Communications Company uses content from agencies such as Reuters, Kaiser Health News, Tribune News Service and others to provide a wider range of news to our readers. Learn more about the news services FCC uses here .WASHINGTON D.C., DC — The United States is expected to announce that it will send $1.25 billion in military assistance to Ukraine, U.S. officials said Friday, as the Biden administration pushes to get as much aid to Kyiv as possible before leaving office on Jan. 20. The large package of aid includes a significant amount of munitions, including for the National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile Systems and the HAWK air defense system. It also will provide Stinger missiles and 155 mm- and 105 mm artillery rounds, officials said. The officials, who said they expect the announcement to be made on Monday, spoke on condition of anonymity to provide details not yet made public. The new aid comes as Russia has launched a barrage of attacks against Ukraine’s power facilities in recent days, although Ukraine has said it intercepted a significant number of the missiles and drones. Russian and Ukrainian forces are also still in a bitter battle around the Russian border region of Kursk, where Moscow has sent thousands of North Korean troops to help reclaim territory taken by Ukraine. Earlier this month, senior defense officials acknowledged that that the Defense Department may not be able to send all of the remaining $5.6 billion in Pentagon weapons and equipment stocks passed by Congress for Ukraine before President-elect Donald Trump is sworn in. Trump has talked about getting some type of negotiated settlement between Ukraine and Russia, and spoken about his relationship with Russian President Vladimir Putin . Many U.S. and European leaders are concerned that it might result in a poor deal for Ukraine and they worry that he won't provide Ukraine with all the weapons funding approved by Congress. The aid in the new package is in presidential drawdown authority, which allows the Pentagon to take weapons off the shelves and send them quickly to Ukraine. This latest assistance would reduce the remaining amount to about $4.35 billion. Officials have said they hope that an influx of aid will help strengthen Ukraine’s hand, should Zelenskyy decide it’s time to negotiate. One senior defense official said that while the U.S. will continue to provide weapons to Ukraine until Jan. 20, there may well be funds remaining that will be available for the incoming Trump administration to spend. According to the Pentagon, there is also about $1.2 billion remaining in longer-term funding through the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative, which is used to pay for weapons contracts that would not be delivered for a year or more. Officials have said the administration anticipates releasing all of that money before the end of the calendar year. If the new package is included, the U.S. has provided more than $64 billion in security assistance to Ukraine since Russia invaded in February 2022.

Srinagar, Dec 27: Srinagar and other plains of Kashmir received the season’s first snowfall on Friday, ending a prolonged dry spell and delighting both people and tourists. Parts of Doda, Ramban, and Kishtwar also witnessed snowfall, while the plain in Jammu experienced widespread rains. The snowfall disrupted traffic on several strategic routes, including the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway and Mughal Road that connects Shopian in south Kashmir to Rajouri and Poonch in the Pir Panjal region. Other roads like the Srinagar-Sonamarg-Gumri route to Ladakh, Sinthan-Kishtwar Road, and Kokernag-Marwah-Warwan Road, were also closed due to snow accumulation. In Srinagar, the snowfall started late in the afternoon. The tourists flocked to the scenic Boulevard Road along Dal Lake and other places, where they enjoyed the snowfall and captured memorable moments against the backdrop of the Zabarwan mountain range and houseboats. Snowfall was also witnessed in south Kashmir areas including Bijbehara, Shopian, Kulgam, and parts of Pulwama and Qazigund and in north Kashmir areas including Baramulla. The Meteorological Department (MeT) officials said that besides snowfall, rainfall was also reported from some places across Kashmir. Faizan Arif, an independent weather forecaster, predicted significant snowfall in the higher altitudes with accumulations between 12 and 18 inches. “Some plains in south Kashmir are also likely to witness substantial snowfall, though the system’s intensity in central and north Kashmir plains remains uncertain,” he said. According to the weather forecaster, the current weather system would persist until Saturday afternoon, followed by dry weather until December 31. “Light snow is expected between January 1 and 4 in isolated areas,” he said. The snowfall followed a prolonged dry spell and an 81 percent rainfall deficit in Jammu and Kashmir between October 1 and December 25. The snowfall also brought relief from a prolonged cold wave that continued to grip Kashmir with freezing temperatures recorded at many weather stations. The MeT has predicted continued snowfall in the upper reaches of the Chenab Valley and scattered snow in the Kashmir plains until Saturday afternoon. The department warned of potential landslides and slippery conditions on mountain roads, urging caution for travellers. Air Travel Disrupted The snowfall in Srinagar brought significant disruptions to air travel as seven flights were cancelled at the Srinagar International Airport. The heavy snow, coupled with reduced visibility, stranded passengers and created challenges for the airport authorities. “Seven flights were cancelled and we are clearing the runway where snow has accumulated,” Director Srinagar International Airport, Javed Anjam told Greater Kashmir. “We expect smooth operations on Saturday morning.” He urged the passengers to check the status of their flights as snowfall was affecting operations. The authorities at the Srinagar International Airport have successfully installed an advanced Instrument Landing System (ILS-II), a major technological upgrade aimed at ensuring seamless flight operations during low-visibility conditions like fog or adverse winter weather. The ILS-II system will facilitate smooth landings and takeoffs even in challenging weather conditions, making winter travel more reliable. During the last winter, despite foggy and snowy conditions, the airport saw a 99 percent improvement in flight cancellations. “With the ILS-II in place, we are expecting zero cancellations or delays this winter,” airport officials said. The airport is now also equipped with advanced systems such as the Doppler Very High-Frequency Omni Range (DVOR), Non-Directional Beacon (NDB), ILS, X-ray Baggage Inspection System (XBIS), Inline Baggage Screening System (ILBS), and Explosive Trace Detection (ETD) for enhanced security. Srinagar-Jammu NH Closed Following snowfall, the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway was closed to traffic. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, who travelled from Jammu to Srinagar, described the conditions as “treacherous” and said that snow clearance efforts were underway. He said icy roads had made it difficult for the vehicles to pass with heavy vehicles being prioritised for the movement while authorities continue to clear the blocked stretch. “I drove from Jammu to Srinagar today. It snowed continuously from Banihal to Srinagar. The conditions were quite treacherous. I understand there are around 2000 vehicles stuck between the tunnel and Qazigund. My office has been in touch with the administration in south Kashmir. While snow clearance has been done, the road is very icy. Heavy vehicles are being allowed to move and efforts are on to clear the rest of the stranded vehicles,” Omar wrote on X while posting pictures of snowfall. “Just spoke to DC Anantnag about the current situation of the road between Qazigund and the tunnel. The icy conditions have caused traffic to back up. The stranded vehicles, in both directions, are slowly moving and where necessary being assisted. The DC is on the spot with his team. I’ve instructed him to ensure that vehicles with families and children must be given priority. If necessary, arrangements for overnight shelter will be made. The DC is accompanied by an ambulance in case of any medical emergency.” Heavy snow began accumulating on the highway on Friday afternoon, affecting traffic flow. Although snow clearance operations were being carried out, the icy surface made it difficult for vehicles to continue their journey safely. Heavy vehicles were allowed to pass, but Light Motor Vehicles (LMVs) remained stranded at several locations, particularly near the Jawahar Tunnel at Banihal, a critical point on the highway. Inspector General of Police (IGP), Traffic, Muhammad Suleman Choudhary said that the highway had been closed. “We have closed the highway as it is too slippery,” he told Greater Kashmir. “Snow clearance operations are underway. Once the road is cleared, the stranded traffic will be allowed to move.” Irfan Raina reports from Ganderbal Ganderbal district witnessed moderate to heavy snowfall since Friday afternoon. Higher reaches of the district including Sonamarg, Gagangir, Kullan, Gund, Wangath, and Naranag received moderate to heavy but continuous snowfall, disrupting the normal life here. The snow accumulation on the Zojila Pass resulted in the closure of the Srinagar-Leh National Highway. The continuous snowfall and slippery road conditions led to disruption of the traffic, particularly between Ganiwan to Gagangir near Sonamarg. Hundreds of vehicles, mostly tourist cabs, were stranded on the Sonamarg-Kangan road. The locals as well as tourists have urged the administration to open the Z Morh Tunnel for traffic so that commuters can travel safely and without any problems. In view of the slippery condition of the road, the authorities have said that only 4×4 vehicles and vehicles with anti-skid chains would be allowed to ply towards Gagangir. Amid snowfall, the J&K Police personnel were seen providing a helping hand to the locals and tourists. In view of inclement weather, District Police Ganderbal constituted Police teams and deputed them across the district to provide a helping hand to the people of Ganderbal and tourists to avoid any untoward incident or distress, especially in far-flung areas, tourist places, and areas prone to heavy snowfall. The teams are continuously providing a helping hand to stranded passengers, tourists, and vehicles stuck in the snow, Police said. “In case of any emergency, people can 24×7 contact District Police Ganderbal on the phone numbers of SSP Ganderbal (9541786710), Additional SP Ganderbal (9596555551), Deputy SP Headquarters Ganderbal (9622252393), SDPO Kangan (9419902773), SHO Police Station Sonamarg (7006030281), SHO Police Station Gund (9906946095), SHO Police Station Kangan (7006070601), SHO Police Station Lar (9906631555), SHO Police Station Safapora (7006017372), SHO Police Station Ganderbal (7006411196), SHO Police Station Kheer Bawani (6005080486), Incharge Police Post Nagbal (7051697576), Incharge Police Post Gutlibagh (6005545891), Incharge Police Post Shadipora (9541216609), and Police Control Room Ganderbal (9906668731, 9419371774, and 9541786731). Khalid Gul reports from Anantnag The snowfall led to the closure of all major roads connecting Kashmir with the Chenab Valley and Pir Panjal regions. These routes are expected to remain shut throughout winter and will likely reopen only in March or April. The roads include the Kokernag-Sinthan-Kishtwar road and the Kokernag-Warwan-Marwa road, which link Anantnag district in south Kashmir to Kishtwar and the Mughal Road connecting Rajouri in Pir Panjal region with Shopian district. Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Kokernag, Suhail Lone said that fresh snowfall at Sinthan Top and Daksum has since early morning caused the Kishtwar route to close. Similarly, Margan Top, Lihanwan, and Gawran have received fresh snowfall, shutting the road to the Warwan and Marwa valleys of Kishtwar. “These roads are likely to remain closed until March or April due to heavy snow accumulation at Sinthan Top and Margan Top,” the SDM said. Another official said that several villages in Warwan have also experienced light to moderate snowfall. The roads to these regions typically remain closed for six months during winter. While Kishtwar is also accessible via the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway through Doda, the twin valleys of Marwa and Warwan, home to approximately 40,000 residents across 40 villages, remain isolated from Kishtwar district headquarters. The Larnoo-Margan Top-Warwan road, a 100-km stretch opened in 2007 to connect these valleys with Kokernag serves as their sole surface link to the outside world. In its absence, residents either trek long distances to reach Kishtwar or wait until summer to travel via the Kokernag-Sinthan route. Meanwhile, the Mughal Road, connecting Shopian with Rajouri and Poonch, has also been closed due to heavy snowfall at Peer Ki Gali. “It has also been snowing on the Shopian side which has made the road slippery and unsafe,” an official said. He said that the road would likely shut permanently for winter if there is more snow accumulation around Peer Ki Gali. Over a foot of snow has been reported at Peer Ki Gali, Sinthan Top, and Margan Top so far. Owais Farooqi reports from Bandipora Following fresh snowfall in north Kashmir’s Bandipora district, the Gurez-Bandipora road was shut to traffic, officials said. Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM), Gurez, Mukhtar Ahamd told Greater Kashmir that the road has been closed. Locals said Gurez witnessed light to moderate snow, both in plains and on upper reaches including centrally-located Dawar tehsil, Bagtore, and Tulail regions. Officials said Razdan Top along the road comparatively records more snow than plains, and with fresh snowfall, the road has been closed as a precautionary measure. “Razdan Top is always challenging. The road stretch becomes slippery even on occasions when there is light snowfall,” officials said. Meanwhile, other areas of this north Kashmir district, including plains and higher reaches were also receiving snowfall on Friday evening. The SDM said all essentials, including ration and medicines, have already been dumped in Gurez, which remains cut off mostly for about five to six months. Sumit Bhargav reports from Rajouri Pir Panjal region on Friday witnessed the first spell of rainfall this season in most areas as well as snowfall in the upper reaches that has finally ended a prolonged dry spell which was badly affecting the lives of people. The Mughal Road connecting the region with the Shopian district also got closed for the movement of vehicles due to snowfall. “Although it is not heavy rainfall, it is the first spell of light rainfall of this season and it has finally ended the prolonged dry spell that was impacting people with an increase in illness, dry cold, decline in the ground water table, and shrinking water bodies,” said Chander Parkash, a farmer of Rajouri. “I have never seen such a prolonged drive spell during winters in the last two decades.” All the areas of Pir Panjal region’s twin districts – Rajouri and Poonch – witnessed light rainfall in all the plain areas besides light snowfall in some upper reaches.Trump has flip-flopped on abortion policy. His appointees may offer clues to what happens next

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Volaris passenger arrested after attempting to hijack plane and divert it to US“ Yellowstone ” season 5 has returned, and the season is racing toward its explosive finale, which is already only a few weeks away. What will likely be the biggest show of 2024 is airing another episode on Sunday, Nov. 24 , which will be the third episode of part 2 of its 5th season. The episode is entitled “ Three Fifty-Three ,” and according to its vague, ominous description, Kayce will take his investigation into his own hands. The episode will be available to watch on Philo , Sling TV , Fubo TV , and DirecTV Stream as it airs. Each of these services offers free trials, while Sling offers 50% off the first month. Here’s the information you’ll need to watch a free live stream of “Yellowstone” online without cable. Read More: When will ‘Yellowstone’ season 5 be on Peacock? How to watch ‘Yellowstone’ without cable If you’re a cord-cutter or don’t have cable, you can live stream “Yellowstone” on any one of the following streaming services: Philo (free trial) Philo is remarkably inexpensive for the amount of content it offers, with more than 70+ live channels, the ability to stream from three devices simultaneously and a 365-day DVR with unlimited space. Subscribers will also have access to thousands of movies and TV series on-demand. The service costs $28 per month. There are several available packages that include premium channels, like MGM+ and AMC+, for an additional cost. Philo also offers a seven-day free trial that includes all the features of full subscription. DIRECTV Stream (free trial) In addition to ABC, Freeform, ESPN, and the other Disney channels, DIRECTV Stream offers CBS, NBC, and FOX. This sets it apart from most live TV streaming services. On top of that, a subscription gets you access to more than 65 other channels in its base package, including Nickelodeon, MTV, CNN, vh1, and more. The biggest selling point for DIRECTV Stream , however, is that it is the best for live and regional sports coverage. Add that to over 65,000 on-demand titles and its Cloud DVR and you have a diverse, versatile service that can meet any of your streaming needs. The base package costs $64.99 per month, with a wide range of add-on options. DIRECTV Stream offers a five-day free trial . Fubo TV (free trial) Fubo is considered the ultimate live TV streaming service for anyone seeking to cut the cord. With a subscription, you get access to over 100 channels (depending on your local area), 30 hours of DVR space, and tons of on-demand content, mainly featuring episodes of shows that have aired in recent weeks. Fubo has ABC and the ESPN family, too, making it a top option for sports fans. $74.99 per month, with a range of add-on options. Fubo’s standard package features a seven-day free trial . Sling TV Sling TV costs either $35 or $50 per month , depending on which package you choose. A subscription can be canceled at any time. While Sling TV’s range of channels doesn’t quite match some other services, it is far cheaper than almost any other live TV streaming service. And the streaming services closer to Sling TV’s price range don’t offer as much customization among packages. Sling TV does not currently offer a free trial but the company is running a promotion for 50% off the first month , so a subscription to Sling Orange & Blue is just $30 for the first month. When does “ Yellowstone ” return? “Yellowstone” will continue to air its 5th and final season on Sunday, November 24, 2024 . These will be the final 6 episodes of the series, which means there will be no “Yellowstone” season 6. What channel is “Yellowstone” on? What time does “Yellowstone” air? “ Yellowstone ” airs on the Paramount Network. 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The series follows an intense — and often violent — border dispute in Montana between the Dutton family cattle ranch, a group of encroaching land developers, and a Native American reservation. As the series progresses, its scope expands with the Dutton family trying to assert their dominance in the arena of state politics. The series stars Kevin Costner, Wes Bentley, Kelly Reilly, Luke Grimes, Cole Hauser, Kelsey Asbille, Brecken Merrill, Forrie J. Smith, and Gil Birmingham, among others. Here’s a look at “Yellowstone,” courtesy of Paramount Network’s official YouTube channel: Where can I watch the “Yellowstone” spinoffs? Where can I watch “1923′′ and “1883?” The sole season of “1883′′ is only available on Paramount Plus. There is nowhere else to watch the series. The same is true of “1923.” You can sign up for Paramount Plus on the streaming service’s website . Currently, Paramount Plus features two subscription plans : a “limited commercials” option for $6 per month ($60 annually), and a premium “no commercials” option for $12 per month ($120 annually). You can try out either tier with a full 7-day free trial . Paramount Plus will also be the home of upcoming “Yellowstone” spinoffs such as “1944,” the sequel to “1923,” and present-day spinoff “6666.” How to watch Yellowstone How to watch ‘Yellowstone’ Season 5 Episode 10 (for free) in case you missed it live How to watch the 'Yellowstone' premiere (for free) in case you missed it live How to get 38% off Peacock before “Yellowstone” returns When does season 5 of ‘Yellowstone’ start? How to watch every season of ‘Yellowstone’ Our journalism needs your support. Please subscribe today to NJ.com . Joseph Rejent covers TV, writing about live television, streaming services and cord-cutting. He can be reached at jrejent@njadvancemedia.com .

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Braless Jennifer Lopez, 55, shows off cleavage in plunging sequin gown as she cooks pasta at home after night outBy CHRISTINE FERNANDO CHICAGO (AP) — As Donald Trump’s Cabinet begins to take shape, those on both sides of the abortion debate are watching closely for clues about how his picks might affect reproductive rights policy in the president-elect’s second term . Trump’s cabinet picks offer a preview of how his administration could handle abortion after he repeatedly flip-flopped on the issue on the campaign trail. He attempted to distance himself from anti-abortion allies by deferring to states on abortion policy, even while boasting about nominating three Supreme Court justices who helped strike down the constitutional protections for abortion that had stood for half a century. In an NBC News interview that aired Sunday, Trump said he doesn’t plan to restrict medication abortion but also seemed to leave the door open, saying “things change.” “Things do change, but I don’t think it’s going to change at all,” he said. The early lineup of his new administration , including nominations to lead health agencies, the Justice Department and event the Department of Veterans Affairs, has garnered mixed — but generally positive — reactions from anti-abortion groups. Abortion law experts said Trump’s decision to include fewer candidates with deep ties to the anti-abortion movement could indicate that abortion will not be a priority for Trump’s administration. “It almost seems to suggest that President Trump might be focusing his administration in other directions,” said Greer Donley, an associate law professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Law. Karen Stone, vice president of public policy at Planned Parenthood Action Fund , said while many of the nominees have “extensive records against reproductive health care,” some do not. She cautioned against making assumptions based on Trump’s initial cabinet selections. Still, many abortion rights groups are wary, in part because many of the nominees hold strong anti-abortion views even if they do not have direct ties to anti-abortion activists. They’re concerned that an administration filled with top-level officials who are personally opposed to abortion could take steps to restrict access to the procedure and funding. After Trump’s ambiguity about abortion during his campaign, “there’s still a lot we don’t know about what policy is going to look like,” said Mary Ruth Ziegler, a law professor at the University of California, Davis School of Law. That approach may be revealed as the staffs within key departments are announced. Trump announced he would nominate anti-vaccine activist Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Health and Human Services Department, which anti-abortion forces have long targeted as central to curtailing abortion rights nationwide. Yet Kennedy shifted on the issue during his own presidential campaign. In campaign videos, Kennedy said he supports abortion access until viability , which doctors say is sometime after 21 weeks, although there is no defined timeframe. But he also said “every abortion is a tragedy” and argued for a national ban after 15 weeks of pregnancy, a stance he quickly walked back. The head of Health and Human Services oversees Title X funding for a host of family planning services and has sweeping authority over agencies that directly affect abortion access, including the Food and Drug Administration and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. The role is especially vital amid legal battles over a federal law known as EMTALA, which President Joe Biden’s administration has argued requires emergency abortion access nationwide, and FDA approval of the abortion pill mifepristone. Mini Timmaraju, president of the national abortion rights organization Reproductive Freedom for All, called Kennedy an “unfit, unqualified extremist who cannot be trusted to protect the health, safety and reproductive freedom of American families.” His potential nomination also has caused waves in the anti-abortion movement. Former Vice President Mike Pence , a staunch abortion opponent, urged the Senate to reject Kennedy’s nomination. Marjorie Dannenfelser, president of the national anti-abortion group Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America, said the group had its own concerns about Kennedy. “There’s no question that we need a pro-life HHS secretary,” she said. Fox News correspondent Marty Makary is Trump’s pick to lead the FDA, which plays a critical role in access to medication abortion and contraception. Abortion rights groups have accused him of sharing misinformation about abortion on air. Russell Vought , a staunch anti-abortion conservative, has been nominated for director of the Office of Management and Budget. Vought was a key architect of Project 2025 , a right-wing blueprint for running the federal government. Among other actions to limit reproductive rights, it calls for eliminating access to medication abortion nationwide, cutting Medicaid funding for abortion and restricting access to contraceptive care, especially long-acting reversible contraceptives such as IUD’s. Despite distancing himself from the conservative manifesto on the campaign trail, Trump is stocking his administration with people who played central roles in developing Project 2025. Trump acknowledged that drafters of the report would be part of his incoming administration during the Sunday interview with NBC News, saying “Many of those things I happen to agree with.” “These cabinet appointments all confirm that Project 2025 was in fact the blueprint all along, and the alarm we saw about it was warranted,” said Amy Williams Navarro, director of government relations for Reproductive Freedom for All. Dr. Mehmet Oz , Trump’s choice to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, is a former television talk show host who has been accused of hawking dubious medical treatments and products. He voiced contradictory abortion views during his failed Senate run in 2022. Oz has described himself as “strongly pro-life, praised the Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade , claimed “life starts at conception” and referred to abortion as “murder.” But he also has echoed Trump’s states-rights approach, arguing the federal government should not be involved in abortion decisions. “I want women, doctors, local political leaders, letting the democracy that’s always allowed our nation to thrive to put the best ideas forward so states can decide for themselves,” he said during a Senate debate two years ago. An array of reproductive rights groups opposed his Senate run. As CMS administrator, Oz would be in a key position to determine Medicaid coverage for family planning services and investigate potential EMTALA violations. Related Articles National Politics | In promising to shake up Washington, Trump is in a class of his own National Politics | Election Day has long passed. In some states, legislatures are working to undermine the results National Politics | Trump taps his attorney Alina Habba to serve as counselor to the president National Politics | With Trump on the way, advocates look to states to pick up medical debt fight National Politics | Trump taps forceful ally of hard-line immigration policies to head Customs and Border Protection As Florida’s attorney general, Pam Bondi defended abortion restrictions, including a 24-hour waiting period. Now she’s Trump’s choice for attorney general . Her nomination is being celebrated by abortion opponents but denounced by abortion rights groups concerned she may revive the Comstock Act , an anti-vice law passed by Congress in 1873 that, among other things, bans mailing of medication or instruments used in abortion. An anti-abortion and anti-vaccine former Florida congressman, David Weldon, has been chosen to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which collects and monitors abortion data across the country. Former Republican congressman Doug Collins is Trump’s choice to lead the Department of Veterans Affairs amid a political battle over abortion access and funding for troops and veterans. Collins voted consistently to restrict funding and access to abortion and celebrated the overturning of Roe v. Wade. “This is a team that the pro-life movement can work with,” said Kristin Hawkins, president of the national anti-abortion organization Students for Life.

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Lucas Nathan Bonder Publishes His New Scientific Theory: The Single Body Theory 12-27-2024 10:18 PM CET | Associations & Organizations Press release from: Getnews / PR Agency: Pulse Media PR The new scientific theory challenges perceptions of separation, presenting a unified view of all existence through a single physical body Lucas Nathan Bonder, a student and teacher of spirituality [ https://www.instagram.com/bonderlucas23 ] and higher consciousness, has introduced his thought-provoking scientific theory, the Single Body Theory. This concept explores the interconnectedness of all objects and beings in the universe, proposing that the apparent separations perceived in the physical world are illusions created by the ego mind. Image: https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXdeqPHjR9q5D8aPTKZdsN09xsX6opL40fVXIDTB3s9TZhHfmxFJHHU5pvS_8NoTgWkeUVPOUlUYpFdeRivELonsWRjsuXFJlNjn8rqHpMTSNgHc0fukx3sRbzXjw4FdYryMiSLNDQ?key=sTVbW6tVl5Uj1siceaL6kwjQ The Single Body Theory suggests that everything in the universe-living and non-living-is unified by a single physical body. Bonder argues that the sense of individuality and separation, often experienced by humans, is a product of a limited level of consciousness. Through transcending the ego mind, he claims, individuals can perceive their oneness with the universe, experiencing a deeper connection to the vast, interconnected reality that binds all existence. At its core, the Single Body Theory emphasizes the idea that humans are not merely in the universe but are integral parts of it. Bonder explains that what we perceive as independent entities-trees, cars, stars, and even human bodies-are fragments of a singular material field. This universal body encompasses all things, with no true separation between subjects and objects. According to Bonder, recognizing this oneness can lead to profound personal transformations. By accessing higher levels of consciousness, individuals can shift their perspective from a fragmented sense of self to a holistic understanding of their place in the universe. He believes this realization can bring about greater happiness, peace, love, and wisdom, fostering a deeper connection to spirituality. Bonder draws on his studies of the Torah, non-duality, and the teachings of various spiritual leaders to support his work. As a writer, researcher, and teacher, he is committed to guiding others in raising their consciousness, moving beyond the ego, and unlocking the potential of their higher selves. In line with his teachings, Bonder has authored "Love for Wisdom," a book aimed at helping individuals elevate their consciousness, available on Amazon [ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CKMC2PZX?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_mwn_dp_ECJAE82KDTEDS01TX0PG_2&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_mwn_dp_ECJAE82KDTEDS01TX0PG_2&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_mwn_dp_ECJAE82KDTEDS01TX0PG_2&language=en_US&bestFormat=true ]. Lucas Nathan Bonder invites readers and seekers to explore the Single Body Theory and consider its implications for science, spirituality, and personal growth. His mission is to inspire a shift in understanding, helping individuals embrace their role as integral parts of the universe. Interested readers can access a detailed document explaining the Single Body Theory here [ https://docs.google.com/document/d/1i3JQgzE-1h8BHemfRFsDfAIBm1FBoc3Eahe3cX8Za5s/edit?tab=t.0 ], and further explore his teachings through courses offered on his spiritual enlightenment platform at http://www.enlightenment.education . For more information or to connect with Lucas Nathan Bonder, please contact Lucas Nathan Bonder at +13058133322 or visit his social media link [ https://www.instagram.com/bonderlucas23 ]. Media Contact Contact Person: Lucas Nathan Bonder Email: Send Email [ http://www.universalpressrelease.com/?pr=lucas-nathan-bonder-publishes-his-new-scientific-theory-the-single-body-theory ] City: Los Angeles State: California Country: United States Website: https://www.instagram.com/bonderlucas23 This release was published on openPR.