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NoneThe 140-year-old Government Higher Primary School (GHPS) at Attavar, in the heart of Mangaluru, has 268 Kannada and English medium students from classes 1 to 4. The school requires four additional classrooms, 15 desks/benches, four boys/girls washrooms, ₹22 lakh worth of computer laboratory, a smart classroom, ₹5,000 worth sports material, and ₹5,000 worth charts/maps. Similarly, the 111-year-old bilingual GHPS in Mannagudda, also in Mangaluru, having 235 students, needs four additional classrooms; a toilet each for boys, girls, and special children, incinerator, metre long compound wall, smart classroom, computer lab, laboratory room, two laptops, two maps/charts, projector, printer, drinking water facility, and rainwater harvesting facility. The infrastructure needs of nearly 350 government schools in Dakshina Kannada are mentioned in the new portal ‘Namagaagi’ cf.dakshinakannada.org developed by Dakshina Kannada district administration to facilitate raising of funds for improving infrastructure of government schools. This portal has been developed by Alva’s Institute of Engineering and Technology, Moodbidri. It was officially launched by district in charge Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao during the quarterly Karnataka Development Programme meeting in Mangaluru on December 23. The portal has a list of schools that are classified into Mangaluru North, Mangaluru South, Bantwal, Belthangady, Puttur, Sullia, and Moodibidri blocks. On clicking the photo of the school, brief details about the school, specific needs of the school, and the mobile number of the school headmaster appear. The donor has to select the item he/she wants to donate, where the amount calculated per the prevailing rate appears. After submission, message passes to the headmaster concerned, who will contact the donor to complete the donation process. “We have created the portal that facilitates donors across the country to fund infrastructure needs. Once the articles are purchased or upon completion of construction, the headmaster uploads the picture to the portal. Following an inspection by the concerned Block Education Officer, we send a digitally signed appreciation letter to the donor. We have put in place a transparent system that gives a clear idea to the donor how funds donated were used,” Dakshina Kannada Zilla Panchayat Chief Executive Officer K. Anandh told The Hindu . Dr. Anandh said the portal was conceptualised by Deputy Commissioner M.P. Mullai Muhilan. The infrastructure needs mentioned on the portal are those provided by the school headmasters. Dr. Anandh said infrastructure needs will be continuously updated on the portal. This portal will be in addition to the present way of donors directly donating to schools, he said. Published - December 25, 2024 07:32 pm IST Copy link Email Facebook Twitter Telegram LinkedIn WhatsApp Reddit

Arc'teryx makes some of the most fashionable and functional gorpware money can buy, which is a problem if you like high-tech outerwear but hate breaking the bank. Fortunately, Black Friday is here and the jacket gods have smiled upon us in the form of deep savings on my absolute favorite Arc'teryx jacket. For the first time in what feels like a zillion years, the Arc'teryx Atom SL Hoody can be yours for just $168 , which is 30% off retail price. You'll need to spring for the blue option for the biggest savings — the Atom SL Hoody in black is only 15% off — but, let's be real, it's the most attractive of the three colors shown. So, what makes the Arc'teryx Atom SL Hoody such a serious banger? For starters, it weighs just 9.5 ounces and can be packed down into a compact mass, making it a no-brainer to toss in your bag and bring along. The outside is treated with a Durable Water Repellent (DWR) to keep you dry in light precipitation, while stretchy fleece side panels provide excellent ventilation and allow for maximum mobility. Despite weighing next to nothing, strategically placed synthetic insulation around the chest and back does a mighty fine job keeping you warm in temperatures down into the mid-40s. There's also a stowable and cinchable storm hood, plenty of zippered pockets, an adjustable hem and elastic cuffs. My favorite aspect of the Atom SL Hoody, however, is its adaptable disposition. When the weather's not too chilly, it can be worn as your main outerwear, but when the temps drop, it's also a great insulating layer, especially when worn with a proper winter jacket over it. Living in Seattle, Washington where it's 45 degrees Fahrenheit and raining 250 days of the year, the Atom SL Hoody is also my go-to option for wearing underneath a rain shell, particularly because of how breathable it is. In addition to all the technology and versatility, Arc'teryx is also a brand that stands by its products, offering a generous warranty policy for the life of the jacket with reasonably priced (sometimes free) repairs and replacements for worn-out garments. This is just another reason I'm such a big fan of Arc'teryx. Looking for more awesome Black Friday apparel savings? Check out our favorite REI deals , the best bargains on running shoes , and loads of savings on Under Armour gear .

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Real Life Don't miss out on the headlines from Real Life. Followed categories will be added to My News. A $99 item from one of Australia’s biggest supermarkets is being compared to a luxury item that costs more than eight times the price. Coles recently released the $99 Urbanworx 5-in-1 High Speed Hair Dryer as part of its regular Best Buys sales. It comes with two drying barrels, two curling barrels and a styling brush, a similarity some shoppers claim make it a “dupe” of the $849 Dyson Airwrap. Laila Cooke said she spotted it in the special aisle while popping into the supermarket on her lunch break, adding it was a great option for people who “couldn’t justify” splurging on the luxury version. After taking it hope, Ms Cooke dried her hair using the hairdryer attachment, and documented her experience on TikTok . She said she was “pretty impressed” as it didn’t feel too hot - a feature which can be damaging to hair - but said it dried her locks within three minutes. Then she tested out the curling barrels. After putting the attachment through its paces, she said it was “a bit harder to grab” than the Dyson. However, she did say that was expected for its price point. “Considering I got this from my local supermarket, I am pretty impressed and would recommend,” Ms Cooke said. Many asked whether the curls held. Ms Cooke shared a clip of her fully curled hair at midday. Then, at 4.30pm, the hair had clearly started to drop. By 6.15pm all that was left was a wave in her hair. Coles is selling a $99 hair styling device. Picture: TikTok/@laila.cooke Laila Cooke tested it out. Picture: TikTok@laila.cooke Meanwell, Tessa Wells said people needed to “run” to the supermarket immediately in order to get their hands on the product. The item has been available since November 15. There is only limited stock available. “Coles Best Buys is all about offering our customers great value on products you normally wouldn’t see sold in supermarkets – from furniture and homewares to electronics and beauty goods, while always offering competitive prices on comparable products,” a Coles spokesperson told news.com.au. “Each week, our product range evolves with different themes, ensuring that there is always something new and exciting for our customers to discover. Available at 681 Coles supermarkets across Australia, the Coles Best Buys range is designed to offer convenience and affordability. “We reveal upcoming deals every Monday in our catalogue, so check our website for the latest updates.” It's being compared to the $849 Dyson Airwrap. Picture: TikTok/@laila.cooke Coles launched its Best Buys range in 2021 and is only available in-store, but not everywhere. At the time, a spokesperson for the supermarket said it would provide a platform for emerging brands to showcase their limited edition products to a large national customer base. “Free delivery is included across the entire range which is something we’re really proud to offer our customers, by working closely with our brand partners to get products directly into their homes sooner, at the best price possible,” the spokesperson said. “While we want to keep the collection small to ensure we’re offering a good mix of sought-after products, we’re looking forward to expanding our existing brand partners’ range as well as working with new suppliers to continue evolving the Best Buys offer and exciting our customers with a variety of interesting products they cannot get in store.” More Coverage ‘Change the rule’: Calls to overturn school ban Claudia Poposki ‘Ambitious’: Wild way women calling out men Claudia Poposki Originally published as Coles Best Buys item is being compared to luxury product More related stories Real Life ‘Hot’: Star spotted in bikini after shock split A Bali princess has been spotted cooling off in a bikini at Bondi Beach just days after announcing her second marriage was over. Read more Real Life ‘Accidental influencer’ we can’t get enough of A young Aussie who won millions of followers with her relatable approach to life has just won a huge award at a star-studded Sydney event. Read moreAP Sports SummaryBrief at 5:38 p.m. EST

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Nasdaq Index (US100) Outlook: Have Tech Giants Exceeded The Limits Of The Nasdaq 100?Croatia’s incumbent president wins most votes at polls but still faces runoffSpray paint and protest banners cover the walls and pavements of Dongduk women’s university in Seoul. “We’d rather perish than open our doors,” reads one slogan . Since 11 November, students have staged a sit-in, initially occupying the main building and blocking access to classroom buildings across campus, forcing classes to move online and a planned job fair to be cancelled. The outcry was sparked by plans for some departments to admit male students but have since spiralled into a wider clash over the future of women-only spaces in a country that is grappling with the issue of gender equality . “The university’s unilateral decision, made without any input from the students who actually study and live here, left us with no choice but to raise our voices,” one member of Dongduk’s student council says, speaking on condition of anonymity. In South Korea, women’s universities were established in the early 20th century as one of the only paths to higher education for women in a strictly patriarchal society. Today, they are seen by some as vital institutions for nurturing female talent in a country that remains deeply male-dominated. South Korea ranks 94th out of 146 countries in gender equality, according to the World Economic Forum. Women hold just 20% of parliamentary seats and make up only 7.3% of executives at the country’s 500 largest companies . Yoonkyeong Nah, a professor of cultural anthropology at Yonsei University, says that, more broadly: “The protests reflect how young Korean women feel unsafe in public spaces”, citing the prevalence of illegal filming , stalking, and digital sex crimes, including the latest deepfake pornography epidemic . “While providing safe spaces isn’t the primary purpose of women’s universities, students are protesting to maintain what they see as a secure environment for learning – it reveals broader problems in Korean society,” Nah says. The outcry began after students discovered the university administration had been discussing plans to convert its design and performing arts departments to become co-educational. Administrators insist co-education was only one proposal being discussed – citing practical needs for male actors in performing arts and long-term competitiveness concerns. On Thursday, a partial agreement saw classes resume after the university agreed to temporarily suspend co-education discussions, but on Monday, a meeting between student leaders and university administrators reportedly ended without resolution, with students refusing to end their occupation of the main building until the complete withdrawal of the co-education plans. In a statement afterwards, university president Kim Myung-ae warned of “resolute action” against what she described as illegal protests that had violated educational rights. As the weeks have gone by, the dispute has increasingly become a political battleground. Han Dong-hoon, leader of the ruling conservative party, declared that “instigators of violent incidents” must be held accountable for property damage, while Lee Jun-seok, another prominent lawmaker who has frequently clashed with women’s groups, criticised the protests as “ uncivilised ”. The head of a state-run human resources agency suggested “weeding out” the university’s graduates during hiring rounds and declared he “would never accept” a daughter-in-law from the institution. In response, opposition politicians have accused conservatives of weaponising the protests to deflect from their own political troubles, including allegations of election nomination interference. Former lawmaker Jang Hye-young condemned what she called “women bashing” tactics and warned they only “make life more difficult for all women in South Korea”. “Stop using us”, said Choi Hyun-ah, president of Dongduk’s student council, in a recent interview with local daily Kyunghyang Shinmun . “Those who frame this as a gender conflict are simply using students to justify their own views.” In a later statement, the council said politicians and other officials “fail to see the essence and context of the situation, dismissing us simply as ‘rioters’.” The protests have also sparked a strong anti-feminist backlash online. The “male rights” anti-feminist group New Men’s Solidarity has weighed in . The group’s leader, recently convicted for defaming a feminist activist, has threatened to expose the personal information of the “rioters” online, prompting safety concerns. One female YouTuber with over 60,000 followers who voiced support for the protesters was forced to shut down her account after allegedly facing sexual harassment and impersonation attempts. The dispute also reflects deeper structural challenges posed by South Korea’s changing demographics, says Kyuseok Kim, a higher education expert and scholar. Student enrolment in higher education has plunged 18% to 3 million students over the past decade as the country’s already low birthrate continues to slide, forcing some institutions to potentially shutter departments or close entirely . “Universities face a precarious balancing act: preserving their identity while implementing the changes necessary to secure their future,” Kim says. “Even legacy institutions are being forced to reconsider their identities amid unprecedented demographic pressures”. After students overwhelmingly voted last week in favour of the protests, Choi Hyun-ah, the student council president said : “We have made history today in our fight for a democratic Dongduk. “The existence of women’s universities is about advancing women’s educational rights; transitioning to co-education would mean there’s no reason for us to exist at all.”DENVER — So you're the most valuable player of that annual Thanksgiving Day backyard flag football game. Or played tackle football on any level. Or ran track. Or dabbled in basketball. Or toyed with any sport, really. Well, this may be just for you: USA Football is holding talent identification camps all over the country to find that next flag football star. It's "America's Got Talent" meets "American Idol," with the stage being the field and the grand prize a chance to compete for a spot on a national team. Because it's never too early to start planning for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, where flag football will make its Summer Games debut. Know this, though — it's not an easy team to make. The men's and women's national team rosters are at "Dream Team" status given the men's side has captured six of the last seven world championships and the women three in a row. To remain on top, the sport's national governing body is scouring every football field, park, track, basketball court and gym to find hidden talent to cultivate. USA Football has organized camps and tryouts from coast to coast for anyone ages 11 to 23. There are more than a dozen sites set up so far, ranging from Dallas (Sunday) to Chicago (Dec. 14) to Tampa (March 29) to Los Angeles (TBD) and the Boston area (April 27), where it will be held at Gillette Stadium, home of the New England Patriots. The organization has already partnered with the NFL on flag football initiatives and programs. The numbers have been through the roof, with engagement on social media platforms increasing by 86% since flag football was announced as an Olympic invitational sport in October 2023. The participation of boys and girls ages 6 to 17 in flag football last year peaked at more than 1.6 million, according to USA Football research. "We pride ourselves on elevating the gold standard across the sport," said Eric Mayes, the managing director of the high performance and national teams for USA Football. "We want to be the best in the world — and stay the best in the world." Flag football was one of five new sports added to the LA28 program. The already soaring profile of American football only figures to be enhanced by an Olympic appearance. Imagine, say, a few familiar faces take the field, too. Perhaps even NFL stars such as Tyreek Hill or Patrick Mahomes, maybe even past pro football greats donning a flag belt for a country to which they may have ties. Soon after flag football's inclusion, there was chatter of NFL players possibly joining in on the fun. Of course, there are logistical issues to tackle before their inclusion at the LA Olympics, which open July 14, 2028. Among them, training camp, because the Olympics will be right in the middle of it. The big question is this: Will owners permit high-priced players to duck out for a gold-medal pursuit? No decisions have yet been made on the status of NFL players for the Olympics. For now, it's simply about growing the game. There are currently 13 states that sanction girls flag football as a high school varsity sport. Just recently, the Pittsburgh Steelers and Philadelphia Eagles helped pave the way to get it adopted in Pennsylvania. Around the world, it's catching on, too. The women's team from Japan took third at the recent word championships, while one of the best players on the planet is Mexico quarterback Diana Flores. "Could flag football globally become the new soccer? That's something to aspire to," said Stephanie Kwok, the NFL's vice president of flag football. This type of flag football though, isn't your Thanksgiving Day game with family and friends. There's a learning curve. And given the small roster sizes, versatility is essential. Most national team members need to be a version of Colorado's two-way standout and Heisman hopeful Travis Hunter. Forget bump-and-run coverage, too, because there's no contact. None. That took some adjusting for Mike Daniels, a defensive back out of West Virginia who earned a rookie minicamp invitation with the Cleveland Browns in 2017. "If a receiver is running around, I'm thinking, 'OK, I can kind of bump him here and there and nudge him,'" Daniels explained. "They're like, 'No, you can't.' I'm just like, 'So I'm supposed to let this guy just run?!' I really rebelled at the idea at first. But you learn." The competition for an Olympic roster spot is going to be fierce because only 10 players are expected to make a squad. The best 10 will earn it, too, as credentials such as college All-American or NFL All-Pro take a backseat. "I would actually love" seeing NFL players try out, said Daniels, who's also a personal trainer in Miami. "I'm not going to let you just waltz in here, thinking, 'I played NFL football for five years. I'm popular. I have a huge name.' I'm still better than you and I'm going to prove it — until you prove otherwise." Around the house, Bruce Mapp constantly swivels his hips when turning a hallway corner or if his daughter tries to reach for a hug. It's his way of working on avoiding a "defender" trying to snare the flag. That approach has earned the receiver out of Coastal Carolina four gold medals with USA Football. The 31-year-old fully plans on going for more gold in Los Angeles. "You grow up watching Usain Bolt (win gold) and the 'Redeem Team' led by Kobe Bryant win a gold medal, you're always thinking, 'That's insane.' Obviously, you couldn't do it in your sport, because I played football," said Mapp, who owns a food truck in the Dallas area. "With the Olympics approaching, that (gold medal) is what my mind is set on." It's a common thought, which is why everything — including talent camps — starts now. "Everybody thinks, 'Yeah, the U.S. just wins,'" Daniels said. "But we work hard all the time. We don't just walk in. We don't just get off the bus thinking, 'We're going to beat people.'" Get local news delivered to your inbox!