Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed Public Act 103-0879, amending the Illinois Right to Privacy in the Workplace Act, late this summer. The act imposes new responsibilities on Illinois employers pertinent to E-Verify and workplace verification and also preempts local government requirements. It goes into effect Jan. 1, 2025. Some of the act’s amendment provisions are: Preempting the state, its political subdivisions, or any unit of local government from requiring an employer to use E-Verify Establishing new training obligations for employers and their authorized agents when enrolling in E-Verify Establishing new procedures that employers enrolled in E-Verify must follow when receiving Tentative Non-Confirmations (TNCs) or no-match letters from agencies such as the Social Security Administration Specific procedures to comply with state law when an inspecting entity (such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement) conducts an I-9 audit While public reporting described this legislation as an attempt by Illinois to bar the use of E-Verify unless required by federal law, the Illinois Department of Labor issued a fact sheet/FAQ clarifying that the act doesn’t restrict an employer’s ability to participate in E-Verify, but requires an employer to comply with the act’s requirements when doing so. Illinois’ amended act adds to a growing patchwork of state E-Verify laws, making compliance more challenging for U.S. employers operating across multiple states. Some states, such as Florida and Tennessee, mandate the use of E-Verify for most employers operating within the state. Others, such as Indiana, require certain employers to participate in E-Verify. The Illinois law, which goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2025, comes at a time when federal immigration enforcement is expected to increase upon President-elect Donald Trump’s January inauguration.
Taliban leaders in Afghanistan hosted meetings Tuesday with a high-level delegation from neighboring Pakistan, marking the resumption of such interactions after a year-long pause due to terrorism allegations. Mohammad Sadiq, Pakistan’s newly appointed special envoy for Afghan affairs, led his country’s team at the talks in Kabul with Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi and Interior Minister Sirajuddin Haqqani, among others. Muttaqi’s office said in a post-meeting statement that the delegations focused on enhancing diplomatic, trade, and transit relations between the countries, which share a nearly 2,600-kilometer border. The chief Taliban diplomat stated that Kabul “desires positive relations” with Islamabad. Muttaqi said without elaborating that to develop trade and transit ties further, both governments “must enhance mutual coordination, facilitate travelers’ cross-border movement, and address issues straining relations between Afghanistan and Pakistan. The Taliban’s statement quoted Pakistani envoy Sadiq as saying that his mission was to “bolster” bilateral political, economic, commercial, and transit relations. “Held wide-ranging discussions. Agreed to work together to further strengthen bilateral cooperation as well as for peace and progress in the region,” the Pakistani envoy wrote on his X social media platform. Sadiq’s predecessor, Asif Ali, visited Kabul in September 2023 when Pakistan was experiencing a dramatic rise in terrorist attacks attributed to the outlawed Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan, or TTP, with Islamabad persistently alleging the militant group was orchestrating the deadly cross-border violence from its Afghan “hideouts.” TTP attacks have since intensified and killed hundreds of Pakistani civilians as well as security forces, leading to a further deterioration in relations. "Given the current circumstances, we must expedite our collaborative efforts to safeguard the relationship between our peoples and ensure regional stability and development," Haqqani’s office quoted him Tuesday as telling the Pakistani delegation. He stressed “the urgency of accelerating joint efforts to resolve security and political challenges,” according to the statement. Taliban leaders have consistently denied allegations that Afghan territory is being used as a launching pad for attacks. The de facto Afghan government maintains it does not support the TTP or any other foreign militant group, describing the violence in Pakistan as an "internal problem" for the neighboring country to resolve rather than blaming Kabul for the crisis. Afghanistan is landlocked, relying heavily on Pakistani overland routes and seaports to conduct bilateral and international trade. Tensions over terrorism charges have led to a significant decline in Afghan trade and transit activities through Pakistan in recent months. The Taliban swept back to power in 2021, but no country has officially recognized them as the legitimate rulers of Afghanistan. Several neighboring and regional countries, including Pakistan, China, Russia, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Iran have retained their embassies in Kabul since the Taliban takeover, allowing the fundamentalist de facto rulers to take charge of Afghan diplomatic missions in their respective territories. Western countries have refused to open official contacts with the Taliban over their sweeping restrictions on Afghan women’s access to education, work, and most aspects of public life. The United Nations has turned down Taliban requests to let them represent Afghanistan at the global organization, citing the treatment of women. Taliban leaders defend their governance in line with Islamic law, known as Sharia, and Afghan culture, rejecting international criticism as interference in the country’s internal matters.HALIFAX - Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston named an expanded 21-member cabinet Thursday during a ceremony in downtown Halifax that excluded reporters in a departure from a long-standing tradition of open coverage. In an address that was livestreamed, Houston said his newly re-elected government would continue to deal with issues that matter to Nova Scotians, including health care, housing and affordability. “This term will also be very focused on growing our economy and continuing to lower taxes,” the premier said. “We have to grow our economy to be better able to support the services that Nova Scotians have a right to expect.” Before the election, in which the Tories won 43 of the legislature’s 55 seats, Houston led a 17-member cabinet. The government allowed only one television outlet to have a pool camera at the ceremony held at the Halifax Convention Centre, citing “limited capacity” inside the building that occupies a full city block. Journalists who tried to enter Thursday were turned away by building security. Houston was asked by reporters as he arrived why the media were not being given access to the new cabinet members. “It’s all live streamed ... It’s a really exciting day, you guys have lots of access, and you guys know that,” he said. Reporters were allowed to attend the swearing-in ceremony held at the same venue after the Tories were first elected in 2021, although it was during the COVID-19 pandemic and they were placed in a separate room to monitor the event before interviewing ministers. In the new cabinet, Houston will be joined by veterans John Lohr, who becomes finance minister, Becky Druhan, who moves from education to justice, and Michelle Thompson, who continues as minister of health. There are five new members, including political newcomer Leah Martin as minister of Communications Nova Scotia and L’ nu affairs and Fred Tilley, a former Liberal who crossed the floor just before the Nov. 26 election and becomes minister of public works. The other new ministers are Dave Ritcey in the tourism portfolio, Nolan Young, who is minister of labour, and Scott Armstrong as minister of opportunities and social development — formerly the Department of Community Services. In another departmental change, veteran minister Colton LeBlanc will head the new Department of Growth and Development, which was formerly known as economic development and will now also oversee housing. Composed of 14 men and seven women, the cabinet will see Barbara Adams return as minister of seniors and long-term care and serve as deputy premier. Tim Halman retains the environment portfolio and Tory Rushton stays on in natural resources, while Kim Masland moves from public works to the Department of Emergency Management. The former community services minister, Brendan Maguire, takes over education and also assumes the duties of advanced education from Brian Wong, who was dropped from cabinet along with Susan Corkum-Greek, the former minister of economic development. Alex Marland, a political scientist at Acadia University, said the government could have found room for reporters had it wanted to. “This isn’t a new government, so there are some experienced hands who at a minimum could have been made available,” Marland said. He added that in general, there are governments that feel the need to control their message, and that also tend to be cautious with newer ministers who lack media training. “If this is a pattern and it persists, that’s going to be a problem for the Houston government,” he said. “But if this is a one off and by January things are a little different because people have gone through media training, then a lot of it will be forgotten.” This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 12, 2024. — With files from Lyndsay Armstrong
Ottawa firefighters and local Ontario Provincial Police officers were called to a bizarre scene Tuesday morning along Highway 417. A driver had wedged his vehicle under the overpass on the Queensway at Eagleson Road. OPP said the driver lost control and the vehicle ended up on its side right under the bridge. It happened at around 8:40 a.m. Ottawa firefighters extricated the driver after cutting out the windshield. He was the only one in the vehicle and was not hurt. Ottawa OPP Const. Michael Fathi said he and other members of the team had never seen anything like this in their years policing the 417. The driver is facing a charge of careless driving. Fathi said it took about an hour to remove the vehicle from its position. Ottawa Fire Services spokesperson Nick DeFazio said firefighters tied a rope to the frame of the minivan and secured the other end to a cement pillar beside the overpass to help stabilize the vehicle and remove it. 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Extradition request Bangladesh’s appeal to India for Sheikh Hasina’s extradition shows the intricate dance between justice and diplomacy. It presents complex diplomatic and legal challenges. The case is also about trust, cooperation, and upholding the principles that bind nations together. India’s decision will be watched. E.A. Sarayu Berkavin, Bengaluru Comment on Ambedkar Even if he was targeting the Congress party, it was most inappropriate on the part of the Union Home Minister to say that “there is now a ‘fashion’ chanting Ambedkar’s name....”. The Minister appears to be ignorant of the trials and tribulations that Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and millions of Dalits have undergone and still experience. One hopes there is awareness of the ‘Annihilation of Caste’ by B.R. Ambedkar. Such statements only add to the oppressive caste system. N.G.R. Prasad, Chennai Shyam Benegal The passing of director Shyam Benegal is indeed sad. He epitomised the values of New Wave cinema and broke many boundaries. He inspired a generation of film-makers. R. Sandip, Hyderabad The country has lost one of its finest film-makers and a visionary in the world of cinema. His unparalleled ability to address social issues through his films earned him a unique place in the hearts of audiences and critics alike. His work was a beacon that showed humanity and realism in Indian cinema. My fond hope is that his legacy should inspire future film-makers to continue addressing the key social concerns of our times. Kamil S.V., Androth Island, Lakshadweep As a pioneer of the parallel cinema movement, he was a craftsman with the Midas touch. He highlighted the minutest details of society and life. Be it short films or documentaries, TV dramas or non-fiction serials, he could create any medium of cinema with flair. M. Pradyu, Thalikavu, Kannur, Kerala Waste management Over the years, Kerala has faced increasing scrutiny for dumping biomedical waste in Tamil Nadu. But this is not the first time this has happened. These recurrent incidents jeopardise the environment and also strain local governance and law enforcement systems. R. Sivakumar, Chennai Published - December 25, 2024 12:24 am IST Copy link Email Facebook Twitter Telegram LinkedIn WhatsApp Reddit lettersRemy Ma and Papoose furiously accuse each other of cheating as Claressa Shields is dragged into feud Have YOU got a story? Email tips@dailymail.com By SAMEER SURI FOR DAILYMAIL.COM Published: 15:10 EST, 12 December 2024 | Updated: 15:39 EST, 12 December 2024 e-mail 32 shares 2 View comments Remy Ma and her husband Papoose waged an explosive war of words on Instagram this Thursday, furiously accusing each other of infidelity. The hip-hop power couple tied the knot in 2008, and a decade later they welcomed a daughter called Reminisce, who turns six on Saturday. Rumors have been swirling about the state of their marriage for a year, and now, they have plunged into a fiery social media feud. Over multiple Instagram posts, Remy, 44, accused Papoose, 46, of conducting an affair with professional boxer Claressa 'T-Rex' Shields, 29 . She shared screen-grabs of what she claimed were text conversations between Papoose and Claressa, purportedly backing up her claims. Papoose shot back, accusing Remy of 'repeatedly' cheating on him and alleging that he once 'knocked' her supposed lover 'out.' Remy Ma and her husband Papoose explosively confirmed their separation on Instagram this Thursday, furiously accusing each other of infidelity; pictured 2019 Early Thursday morning, Remy wrote on Instagram that 'papoose dum a** fell asleep on the phone with' Claressa as he lay 'in my house he refuses to leave.' She turned her attention to Claressa, sneering: 'This b**** supposed to be a world champion boxer and get scary a** hung up soon as she heard my voice,' and declaring: 'Nowwww I’m telling everything ohhhh and babygirl u not the only one.' The message was posted alongside an alleged screen-grab of a suggestive text conversation between Claressa and Papoose. One text, supposedly from Claressa, read in part: 'you are the one who is married! If you can't at least sleep on the phone with me or be with me in person... it shouldn't be a big deal to let me know you made it home safe.' Remy then wrote on her Insta Stories that Claressa and her 'sorry a** publicity team' had been 'putting out fake stories on me EVERYDAY to make me look bad and him look like gods gift for too long.' She alleged that she 'BEGGED' Papoose to 'put out something to stop the narrative,' but he advised her to 'stay quiet' as that was 'the best thing to do.' Remy then rounded on Claressa, taunting her by claiming that Papoose 'said he would never f*** your cuz you ugly but don't worry I saw EVERYTHING now the world gonna see it since u so tough boo.' Papoose retaliated by posting - then deleting - an Instagram rant in which he accused Remy of infidelity and said he confronted her supposed lover last year. Over multiple Instagram posts, Remy, 44, accused Papoose, 46, of conducting an affair with professional boxer Claressa 'T-Rex' Shields, 29 (pictured last week) Remy and Papoose tied the knot in 2008, and a decade later they welcomed a daughter called Reminisce, who turns six on Saturday; Remy is pictured in 2021 Remy has shared screen-grabs of what she claimed were text conversations between Papoose and Claressa, purportedly backing up her claims; Claressa is pictured in 2022 Read More BET Awards 2024: Remy Ma goes nearly naked in bejeweled dress as she makes first public appearance since her son was arrested for execution-style murder 'I knocked him out because he shook my hand. And then slept with my wife,' he asserted, alleging further that Remy then spent four days with her purported lover over Christmas 2023 while Papoose looked after Reminisce. In a follow-up post, Papoose denounced Remy as a 'narcissist' who allegedly 'chose to cheat repeatedly' and began 'playing the victim' once he 'moved on' from her. 'I have requested a divorce numerous times,' he wrote. 'She rather clout chase on social media. Than handle this like civilized adults.' Remy responded with another broadside on her Instagram page, posting what she claimed was a screen-grab of Claressa's texts to Papoose. In the grab, the boxer allegedly urged Papoose to 'do something today' about Remy's public statements because Claressa's movie The Fire Inside will be released Christmas Day and her PR team would 'freak out' over the unfolding drama. 'Papoose u f*ckin Dummy!' Remy wrote in the caption accompanying the supposed screen-grab. 'Hey Ms Shields, he took your advice but not before I screenshot yall convo . Oh , he was getting me arrested, the woman that NEVER f***ed off on him in 17 years! While plotting with ONE OF his chicks to try to destroy me.' Remy told her Instagram followers that 'if anything sexual leaks about me it was him,' claiming that Papoose 'threatened' just such a leak. Not long after, Remy posted another supposed text message screen-grab - this one allegedly showing Claressa confessing she was 'not happy' with Papoose. Early Thursday , Remy wrote on Instagram that 'papoose dum a** fell asleep on the phone with' Claressa, and posted an alleged screen-grab of Claressa and Papoose texting Remy then wrote on her Insta Stories that Claressa and her 'sorry a** publicity team' had been 'putting out fake stories on me EVERYDAY' In a follow-up post, Papoose denounced Remy as a 'narcissist' who allegedly 'chose to cheat repeatedly' and began 'playing the victim' once he 'moved on' from her Remy responded with another broadside on her Instagram page, posting what she claimed was a screen-grab of Claressa's texts to Papoose Not long after, Remy posted another supposed text message screen-grab - this one allegedly showing Claressa confessing she was 'not happy' with Papoose Papoose issued a retort on his own Insta Stories, specifically addressing Remy's allegation that he had gotten her arrested 'Play with police?' Remy shot back on her own Insta Stories, accusing Papoose of 'attacking me in the garage' 'I ask for gifts I'm trippin, I express I'd like flowers im trippin, I want time set aside dedicated to me im trippin, I don't know how to feel..... I'm just laying here feeling... stupid,' read a text claimed to be from Claressa. 'Hey Ms. Shields,' Remy wrote in her caption: 'I am a ONE boyfriend woman, the same way I was a ONE husband woman. And I’m a good woman at that.Hence why mfs won’t just go. Oh & He’s never gonna buy you anything cuz he thinks HE’S the prize he’s a taker not a giver. Plus I’m the one with the bag lol.' She dismissed Papoose's claims, writing: '#HeNEVERknockedNobodyOut,' and jeering at Claressa: '#AndNeitherWillYouSoRelax.' Papoose issued a retort on his own Insta Stories, specifically addressing Remy's allegation that he had gotten her arrested. 'I will never get anyone arrested. Once again you are lying!! That can be easily verified. You are the one who play with police,' he wrote. He added: 'Falsifying text messages that you claim are from over a decade ago. Just to create a false narrative, and justify cheating is narcissistic behavior.' 'Play with police?' Remy shot back on her own Insta Stories, accusing Papoose of 'attacking me in the garage' to the point that the workers remodeling their swimming pool allegedly 'called the cops to get you off me'. Instagram Claressa Shields Share or comment on this article: Remy Ma and Papoose furiously accuse each other of cheating as Claressa Shields is dragged into feud e-mail 32 shares Add commentRFK Jr. Says People Should Eat Better Instead Of Using Weight-Loss DrugsWhatsApp has introduced a new feature aimed at simplifying document sharing, enabling users to scan documents directly within the app. This functionality, included in the latest WhatsApp for iOS update (version 24.25.80), is smoothly integrated into the document-sharing menu. 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King and PM honour former US president Jimmy Carter after his death aged 100Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan has stated that his party's founder, Imran Khan, is hopeful of swift progress in the ongoing negotiations with the government. "During the second round of talks, the party will present its demands to the government in writing," he declared. Speaking to the media outside Adiala Jail after meeting Khan on Tuesday, Barrister Gohar revealed that he had informed Khan about initiating the negotiation process. However, Imran emphasised the need for a defined timeframe and urged prompt progress on the party's legitimate demands. He clarified that no international matters were discussed during the meeting. "The PTI founder directed that issues related to foreign policy should only be addressed by the party chairman, secretary, and information secretary." Barrister Gohar mentioned that four team members could not participate in the negotiations, and the National Assembly speaker was informed in advance. In the next round, the party plans to present a formal "charter of demands" to the government. Efforts are underway to arrange a meeting between the negotiation committee and the PTI founder before the official start of the discussions. Gohar clarified that the committee was formed by Imran Khan, but he and several others are not part of it. He expressed optimism about the negotiation process and stressed the importance of finding solutions to all issues. Regarding the cases against the PTI founder, Barrister Gohar said that all of them were politically motivated, and bail had been granted. "Only one reference remains, for which a decision is expected next month." The PTI chairman hoped that if a fair trial was conducted, the PTI founder would also be acquitted in that case and granted bail. He added that Ali Amin Gandapur could not participate in the negotiations as he was attending the Apex Committee meeting. Alvi urges probe Former Pakistan President Arif Alvi has called for investigations against all military officers involved in politics. He remarked that change is on the horizon, and the public is hopeful. Meanwhile, National Assembly Opposition Leader Omar Ayub stated that PTI has been compelled to engage in negotiations, but cannot comment on talks with the "establishment" or "invisible forces." PTI leader Asad Qaiser emphasised that there is no guarantor for the negotiations. "Parliament is everything." He criticised the Supreme Court's decision to allow civilians' cases to be tried in military courts. After appearing at the Peshawar High Court, former president Alvi spoke to the media. "We are wasting time chasing after arrests and negotiations. The country's time is being squandered." He urged the government to drop charges before proceeding with talks, lamenting the billions of losses incurred by the country. Alvi also criticised the judicial system, claiming it has been destroyed. "The country has suffered immensely by imprisoning Imran Khan." Speaking about the Supreme Court's decision, Alvi said that civilians should not be tried in military courts. "They were already hearing cases before Imran Khan's government, but during our tenure, they were inactive." Asad Qaiser echoed similar sentiments. "We want an independent judiciary and the rule of law in this country. Allowing civilians' cases to be tried in military courts is regrettable." He highlighted concerns over the treatment of party workers, the release of detained individuals, and the demand for judicial inquiries into the May 9 and November 26 incidents. Opposition Leader Omar Ayub, addressing the media, clarified that PTI is committed to negotiations. "Contrary to claims, we are interested in dialogue. Yesterday, I was at the high court, and today I am here, which is why I couldn't attend the talks," he said. Ayub reiterated the party's demands, including the release of detainees, an investigation into the incidents of May 9 and November 26, and a transparent inquiry into general elections. "Our people were shot at, arrested, and injured. Why were unarmed citizens targeted, and on whose orders? These questions must be answered," he said. He criticised the military courts' decisions and vowed to challenge them in higher courts. "The military court verdicts are being condemned globally. We will challenge them in the Supreme Court." Omar Ayub further added that PTI must be allowed to meet with Imran Khan. "There should be no restrictions on meeting our leader. Cases have been registered against the former president under terrorism charges. This dual approach of registering cases and conducting negotiations is unacceptable." He called for an end to the filing of baseless cases, questioning why inquiries were not conducted against Maryam Nawaz and Asif Zardari for acquiring vehicles. "We are not part of the government nor its spokespersons. This is a government of Form 47. We want to negotiate to assess their intentions. If the government acts unfairly, we will respond accordingly," Ayub concluded. Meanwhile, PTI Central Information Secretary (CIS) Sheikh Waqas Akram lashed out at the central government for the alarming rise in terrorism across the country. He said the uptick was due to misguided and self-centered policies that were designed to crush PTI and eliminate Imran Khan, "the country's top leader, from the political landscape". "The clique of thieves, who fraudulently seized powers, were too busy implicating PTI's leaders and workers in fake, bogus, and concocted politically-motivated cases. They were consolidating power and eliminating political rivals rather than tackling the escalating security concerns." Waqas lamented that Pakistan was grappling with a dual crisis. "An unrepresentative government is unleashing a reign of terror, while terrorists roam freely, perpetrating daily attacks that claimed the lives of innocent civilians and brave soldiers." COMMENTS Comments are moderated and generally will be posted if they are on-topic and not abusive. For more information, please see our
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose and other major indexes surged in the shortened Christmas Eve trading session on Tuesday. ( ) dipped after all its U.S. flights were temporarily grounded. Meanwhile, ( ), ( ) and ( ) basked in the technology sector's glow on the stock market today. Stocks popped on the first day of the so-called Santa Claus rally period — the last five trading days of December and the first two of the new year. It is a truncated session, with markets closing at 1 p.m. ET. The Dow surged more than 200 points, or 0.5%, with artificial intelligence chip giant Nvidia adding 0.7%. Its fellow Magnificent Seven member ( ) and ( ) led the index's charge with gains of nearly 2% each. ( ) lagged, losing 0.3%. The Nasdaq composite fared best out of the major indexes on the stock market today with a 1% jump as Big Tech continues to do well. The index looks set to rise for the third session in a row and is back near record levels as it re-approaches the 20,000 mark. It also has moved clear of all of its short-term moving averages once again and sits more than 4% above its Top performers on the tech-heavy Nasdaq included bitcoin play ( ), which popped 8%. Tesla was also strong as it rose more than 5%. Pinduoduo parent ( ) dawdled, though, dipping nearly 1%. Stock Market Today: Growth, Tech Stocks Shine The benchmark S&P 500 climbed 0.8%. Palantir Technologies, the top performing stock on the index this year, was at it again as it rose nearly 2%. It touched a record high in the process and . Also on the S&P, investment management play ( ) fared even better with a gain of nearly 5%. ( ) and ( ) were the stragglers, with each dipping more than 1%. The . Consumer discretionary and technology were the strongest areas while health care made the slimmest gain. Small caps reversed higher, with the Russell 2000 up 0.4%. Growth stocks surged, with the Innovator IBD 50 ( ) exchange traded fund up nearly 2%. Santa Claus Rally: Why Being On Naughty List Isn't Nice Investors should be rooting for the Santa Claus rally to provide good returns this year according to Adam Turnquist, chief technical strategist for LPL Financial. He said that the period correlates closely to January and following year returns. So if investors find lumps of coal in their stockings it could be a bad sign. "When investors are on the 'nice' list, and Santa delivers a positive Santa Claus rally return, the S&P 500 has generated an average January and forward annual return of 1.4% and 10.4%, respectively," he said in a note to clients. He also said that when stocks are lower over this period that the "S&P 500 has generated an average January and forward annual return of -0.02% and 5.0%, respectively." Turnquist looked back at results dating back to 1950. Today's S&P 500 stock index was launched in 1957. Performance before then utilized the performance of the predecessor index, the S&P 90. Stock Market Today: American Airlines Dips American Airlines stock edged lower after as the busy Christmas Eve travel day got underway. The carrier now says it is resuming flights delayed at the start of one of the busiest travel days of the year. A technical issue was reportedly the cause for the halt order. Bloomberg cited a possible problem with software used to calculate weight and balance factors in aircraft. The Federal Aviation Administration said American had requested a ground stop for all its flights. American Airlines pared most of its losses on the stock market today, and was off 0.2% in recent action. The stock sits near a recent high after previously clearing its 20% profit goal from a 14.66 cup-with-handle entry. Before First Day Of Christmas: 3 Stocks Eye Entries The markets are just about to enter what the proverbial song calls the first day of Christmas. Rather than three French hens, though, here is a hat trick of equities eyeing buy points. 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From Your Delegate: Two strong and principled leadersCyclacel Pharmaceuticals Announces Its Exploration of Potential Strategic Alternatives and Reduction of Operating CostsEmanuel Wallace, 27, from east London, is better known as Big Manny by his 1.9 million followers on TikTok, where he shares videos explaining various science experiments from his back garden while using Jamaican Patois phrases and London slang. In early December, Mr Wallace won the Education Creator of the Year award at the TikTok Awards ceremony, which he said is a “symbol that anything that you put your mind to you can achieve”. The content creator began making videos during the coronavirus pandemic when schools turned to online learning but has since expanded his teaching from videos to paper after releasing his debut book Science Is Lit in August. He believes his “unconventional” teaching methods help to make his content relatable for younger audiences by using slang deriving from his Jamaican and British heritage. “The language that I use, it’s a combination between Jamaican Patois and London slang because I have Jamaican heritage,” the TikToker, who holds a bachelors and masters degree in biomedical science, told the PA news agency. “That’s why in my videos sometimes I might say things like ‘Wagwan’ or ‘you dun know’. I just want to connect with the young people more, so I speak in the same way that they speak. “The words that I use, the way that I deliver the lesson as well, I would say that my method of teaching is quite unconventional. I speak in a way that is quite conversational.” Examples of his videos include lithium batteries catching fire after being sandwiched inside a raw chicken breast, as well as mixing gold with gallium to create blue gold, earning millions of views. Mr Wallace hopes his content will help make the science industry more diverse, saying “the scientists that I was taught about, none of them look like me”. “Now me being a scientist is showing young people that they can become one as well, regardless of the background that they come from, the upbringing that they’ve had,” he said. “I just want to make it seem more attainable and possible for them because if I can do it, and I come from the same place as you, there’s no reason why you can’t do it as well.” The TikToker has seen a shift in more young people turning to the app as a learning resource and feels short-form videos will soon become a part of the national curriculum in schools. “I’m seeing (young people) using that a lot more – social media as a resource for education – and I feel like in the future, it’s going to become more and more popular as well,” he said. “I get a lot of comments from students saying that my teacher showed my video in the classroom as a resource, so I feel like these short form videos are going to be integrated within the national curriculum at some point in the near future.” He also uses his platform to raise awareness of different social issues, which he said is “extremely important”. One of his videos highlighted an anti-knife campaign backed by actor Idris Elba, which earned more than 39 million views, while his clip about the banning of disposable vapes was viewed more than 4.6 million times. He said there is some pressure being a teacher with a large following online but hopes he can be a role model for young people. “I’m aware that I am in the public eye and there’s a lot of young people watching me,” he said. “Young people can be impressionable, so I make sure that I conduct myself appropriately, so that I can be a role model. “I always have the same message for young people, specifically. I tell them to stay curious. Always ask questions and look a little bit deeper into things.” His plans for 2025 include publishing a second Science Is Lit book and expanding his teaching to television where he soon hopes to create his own science show.
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