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NEW YORK – A federal judge is signaling that Rudy Giuliani’s contempt hearing next Friday might not end so well for the former New York City mayor and onetime personal lawyer for President-elect Donald Trump as two Georgia election poll workers try to collect a $148 million defamation award they won against him. Judge Lewis J. Liman in Manhattan issued an order Friday in which he was dismissive of what he described as attempts by Giuliani and his lawyer to dodge providing information to the election workers' lawyers. Recommended Videos And he said the litigants should be ready at the contempt hearing to explain why he should not grant a request by lawyers for the two election workers that he make adverse inferences from evidence in the case that would put Giuliani's Palm Beach, Florida, condominium in danger of being surrendered to satisfy the defamation award. The judge also said he may rule on the contempt request at the hearing. Giuliani has maintained that the Palm Beach property is his personal residence now and should be shielded from the judgment. He faces a Jan. 16 trial before Liman over the disposition of his Florida residence and World Series rings . Lawyers for the election workers filed the contempt request after saying Giuliani had failed to turn over a lease to his Manhattan apartment, a Mercedes, various watches and jewelry, a signed Joe DiMaggio shirt and other baseball momentos. The judge ordered Giuliani to turn over the items in October. Giuliani’s lawyers have predicted that Giuliani will eventually win custody of the items on appeal. A request for comment was sent to a lawyer for Giuliani, who was supposed to be deposed on Friday. The contempt hearing follows a contentious November hearing in which Giuliani, a former federal prosecutor, became angry at the judge and said Liman was treating him unfairly. Giuliani was found liable last year for defaming the two Georgia poll workers by falsely accusing them of tampering with ballots during the 2020 presidential election. The women said they faced death threats after Giuliani falsely claimed they sneaked in ballots in suitcases, counted ballots multiple times and tampered with voting machines.
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Take a look at some of the events coming up this weekend, including pantomimes and Christmas parties. It's Christmas party night at Barry Island Sports and Social Club on Saturday, December 14, from 7.30pm. There will be tributes to Michael Bublé and The Ratpack with Paul Brown, as well as a Mr Motown and Soul show. South Wales comedian Lenny Dee will also be performing, supported by DJ Mike Briscombe. Tickets cost £10 each. A Christmas disco for children will be held at Highlight Park Community Centre on Saturday, December 14, from 4pm to 6pm. Tickets cost £4 per child, including a hot dog and unlimited squash. Memo Arts Centre will be hosting BillBoard Ensemble presents Cinderella the pantomime from Thursday, December 12, to Sunday, December 15. Tickets cost £18, or £14 for concessions. On Saturday, December 14, at 11am, a relaxed performance will be held. This showing will have no loud bangs, strobes, or flashing lights, making it the perfect choice for anyone who prefers a quieter, more relaxed experience. Ideal for families and guests who may be more sensitive to sensory effects but still want to enjoy the magic of pantomime. The pantomime will be performed at 7.30pm on Thursday, December 12 and Friday, December 13, 11am (relaxed) and 3pm on Saturday, December 14 and 11am and 3pm on Sunday, December 15. Barry Male Voice Choir will be holding its annual charity Christmas concert on Saturday, December 14, at St Helen's Church, Barry. The Vale of Glamorgan Brass Band will also be performing. All profits will be donated to the charity LATCH, which supports children receiving treatment for cancer and leukaemia at the Children's Hospital for Wales, and their families. The last Barry train play event of the year will be held on Sunday, December 15, at Highlight Park Community Centre from 11am. There will be huge tracks, lots of trains, a mini Thomas roller coaster and large red car tracks. For children under five years old, there will be an electric ride on train. There is no upper age limit and everyone is welcome. Each session lasts for one hour and costs £6 per child. Refreshments and pre-loved trains will be available for sale.Minnesota Supreme Court considers transgender weightlifting lawsuit with wide-ranging implications
LAHORE - Defending championsPakistan Wapda and Pakistan Army advanced to the semifinals of the National Women’s Basketball Championship here at the Wapda Sports Complex. Wapda, wearing white shirts, remained unbeaten in the championship, continuing their streak of consecutive victories in the pool round by defeating Faisalabad 50-13. This win secured their spot in the semifinals.In this match, Faisalabad struggled against the defending champions. Wapda led by 19 points at halftime, which increased to a 40-point advantage by the end of the game. Hijab Fatim was the standout player for Wapda, scoring 22 points, while Sidra Hakeem added 12 points. For Faisalabad, Feroza Aslam scored 9 points. In the second match, Pakistan Army defeated Islamabad by 53-21. Aisha Dilshad and Amna Mohsin were the top scorers for Pakistan Army, with 25 and 10 points, respectively. The top eight teams participating in the five-day championship including Wapda, Karachi, Bahawalpur, Islamabad, Pakistan Army, Lahore, Hazara, and Faisalabad. Death anniversary of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto observed Tags: army wapda national women
Qatar tribune Tribune News Network Doha Sidra Medicine, a member of Qatar Foundation (QF), celebrated a decade of innovation in genomic medicine with the opening of its 10th annual Precision Medicine and the Future of Genomics (PMFG 2024) Summit at QNCC. Day 1 of PMFG 2024, being held in Doha from December 3-5, welcomed 1,100 attendees, featured more than 50 distinguished speakers and showcased over 42 booths from sponsors and partners, who have gathered to explore the latest advancements in personalised healthcare, genomic research, and the ethical considerations surrounding this rapidly evolving field. Khadija Benganna from Al Jazeera Arabic was the Master of Ceremonies who opened the event with stories of hope featuring patient narratives. PMFG 2024 Chairs, Dr Ammira Al-Shabeeb Akil and Prof Khalid Fakhro, said: “PMFG serves as a vital platform for collaboration in precision health, bringing together the brightest minds to drive innovation and progress. Let’s all work towards hope for future generations by building partnerships and pushing the boundaries of personalized healthcare.” Sessions on Day 1 of PMFG 2024 focused on advancements in genomic newborn screening, rare disease diagnosis, and population genomic cohorts. Discussions explored the ethical, legal, and social implications of integrating genomic data into healthcare, strategies for early detection and personalized treatment, and the role of international collaborations in shaping global genomic research. Dr Iyabo Tinubu-Karch, chief executive officer of Sidra Medicine, delivered her welcoming remarks at the opening ceremony of the PMFG 2024 Summit. Speaking about the significance of the event, she stated: “Our shared insights into the latest research and best practices have a profound impact on patient populations globally, especially in the areas of genetic and rare diseases.” Day 2 of PMFG 2024 on December 4 will feature: • Morning Session: Implementing Genomics – Bridging Science and Healthcare • Keynote speaker, Dr Nancy B. Spinner, Chief of Genomic Diagnostics at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, will discuss “Successes and Challenges of Genomic Testing in the NICU.” • Afternoon Session: Global Health Innovations • Keynote speaker, Dr Gordon Sanghera, CEO of Oxford Nanopore Technologies, will deliver a special lecture on “Innovating in Genomics: Journey of a Health Spin-off.” • Late Afternoon Session: Capacity Building for Precision Medicine • Talks by Dr Markus Wenk (HBKU), Dr Medhat Askar (Qatar University), and Dr Khaled Machaca (Weill Cornell Medicine Qatar). Day 3 of PMFG 2024 on December 5 will feature: • Morning Session: Expert Forum on Custom-Made Therapies and Clinical Trials • Keynote speaker, Dr Hakon Hakonarson (Director, Center for Applied Genomics, CHOP) will discuss Genomically-Informed Clinical Trials. • Keynote speaker, Dr Chantal Mathieu (President, EASD) will discuss Arresting Type 1 Diabetes: Insights and Innovations from Leading Experts and Clinical Trials. • Afternoon Session: Dialogue in Gene Therapy • Keynote speaker, Dr James Wilson (President/CEO Gemma Biotherapeutics) will discuss Genetic Medicines for Rare Diseases. • Closing Session: Precision Medicine in Qatar: Shaping the Future of Health through Genomics, Innovative Care, and Philosophies of Medicine • Talks by Dr Paul Franks, Professor of Genetic Epidemiology at Lund University, Sweden and Dr Ed Liu, Former President and CEO of The Jackson Laboratory, and Director of NCI-designated Cancer Center, USA. Copy 04/12/2024 10Joe Biden's pardon of his son Hunter spurs broader discussion on who else should be granted clemency
Coote was sacked earlier this month after the emergence of a video in which he made derogatory remarks about Liverpool and their former manager Jurgen Klopp. Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) said that a thorough investigation had concluded he was “in serious breach of the provisions of his employment contract, with his position deemed untenable”. “Supporting David Coote continues to be important to us and we remain committed to his welfare,” PGMOL’s statement on December 9 added. Coote had the right to appeal against the decision but PA understands the Nottinghamshire referee has decided not to. The video which triggered PGMOL’s investigation into Coote’s conduct first came to public attention on November 11. In it, Coote is asked for his views on a Liverpool match where he has just been fourth official, and describes them as “s***”. He then describes Klopp as a “c***”, and, asked why he felt that way, Coote says the German had “a right pop at me when I reffed them against Burnley in lockdown” and had accused him of lying. “I have got no interest in speaking to someone who’s f****** arrogant, so I do my best not to speak to him,” Coote said. Later in the video, Coote again refers to Klopp, this time as a “German c***”. The Football Association opened its own investigation into that video, understood to be centred on that last comment and whether Coote’s reference to Klopp’s nationality constituted an aggravated breach of its misconduct rules. The investigation by PGMOL which led to Coote’s contract being terminated is also understood to have looked at another video which appeared to show Coote snorting a white powder, purportedly during Euro 2024 where he was one of the assistant VARs for the tournament. European football’s governing body UEFA also appointed an ethics investigator to look into the matter.
Asteroid nearly hits Earth in Siberia, with a 2nd massive asteroid passing this weekTORONTO, Dec. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Blockmate Ventures Inc. (TSX.V: MATE) (OTCQB: MATEF) (FSE: 8MH1) (" Blockmate ” or the " Company ”) is pleased to announce that it has closed its strategic investment (the " Offering ”) involving a group of strategic investors led by Antanas Guoga (Tony G) for gross proceeds of $1,400,000. This strategic funding supports Blockmate's pursuit of industry leadership in blockchain innovation and underscores our commitment to sustainable and transformative technology. In connection with completion of the Offering, the Company has issued 14,000,000 units (each, a " Unit ”) at a price of $0.10 per Unit. Each Unit consists of one common share, and one common share purchase warrant exercisable to acquire a further common share at a price of $0.50 until December 23, 2027. All securities issued in connection with the Offering are subject to statutory restrictions on resale until April 24, 2025, in accordance with applicable securities laws. In addition, Tony G has voluntarily agreed to restrict resale of the 10,000,000 Units he acquired in the Offering until December 23, 2025. No finders' fees or commissions were paid by the Company in connection with completion of the Offering. Incentive Grant The Company also announces that it has granted 5,275,000 incentive stock options (the " Options ”), 1,200,000 restricted share units (the " RSUs ”) and 5,000,000 deferred share units (the " DSUs ”) in accordance with its omnibus incentive plan (the " Incentive Plan ”) adopted by shareholders at the annual general and special meeting held on November 23, 2023. 625,000 of the Options vest immediately and are exercisable at a price of $0.21 for a period of thirty-six months. The remaining 5,000,000 Options vest quarterly over a twenty-four month period, and are exercisable at a price of $0.21 for a period of forty-eight months. The RSUs vest and will be settled in common shares of the Company after twelve months. The DSUs vest after twelve months but will only be settled in common shares of the Company upon the departure of the holder from the Company. 2,725,000 of the Options and all of the DSUs exceed the available room under the Incentive Plan. The Company intends to seek approval of shareholders to increase the size of the Incentive Plan at the next annual general meeting and will at that time seek ratification from shareholders for the additional Options and the DSUs. Until such time as shareholder ratification has been received, the additional Options and DSUs will not vest and will not be eligible for exercise or settlement. In the event shareholders elect not to ratify the grant, and room within the Incentive Plan is not available at the time, the additional Options and DSUs will be cancelled. Early Warning Disclosure In connection with the incentive grant, Domenic Carosa, a director of the Company, has been issued 5,000,000 Options and 5,000,000 DSUs. Prior to the grant, Mr. Carosa controlled 17,252,400 common shares, 1,500,000 incentive stock options, and 3,000,000 common share purchase warrants, of the Company, all of which are held by Carosa Corporation B.V., a holding company controlled by Domenic Carosa. The common shares controlled by Mr. Carosa prior to the grant represent approximately 15.1% of the issued and outstanding common shares of the Company. Following the grant, Mr. Carosa has control and direction over 17,252,400 common shares, 6,500,000 Options, 3,000,000 common share purchase warrants and 5,000,000 DSUs of the Company. Assuming the exercise and conversion of all of the Options, share purchase warrants and DSUs controlled by Mr. Carosa, he would have control and direction over 31,752,400 common shares of the Company representing approximately 19.8% of the then outstanding common shares of the Company. Mr. Carosa has acquired the securities for investment purposes and in connection with his compensation as a director of the Company and, as disclosed in the accompanying Early Warning Report, may in the future acquire or dispose of securities of the Company, through the market, privately or otherwise, as circumstances or market conditions warrant. A copy of the Early Warning Report filed with the applicable securities regulators regarding the above acquisition will be available under the profile for the Company on SEDAR+ ( www.sedarplus.ca ). About Blockmate Ventures Inc. Blockmate is a venture creator focussing on building fast-growing technology businesses relating to cutting edge sectors such as blockchain and renewable energy. Working with prospective founders, projects in incubation can benefit from the Blockmate ecosystem that offers tech, services, integrations and advice to accelerate the incubation of projects towards monetization. Recent projects include Hivello (download our free passive income app at www.hivello.com ) and Sunified, digitising solar energy. The leadership team at Blockmate have successfully founded successful tech companies from the Dotcom era through to the social media era. Learn more about being a Blockmate at: www.blockmate.com/ . Blockmate welcomes investors to join the Company's mailing list for the latest updates and industry research by subscribing at https://www.blockmate.com/subscribe . ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Justin Rosenberg, Chief Executive Officer Blockmate Ventures Inc. [email protected] (+1-580-262-6130) Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release Forward-Looking Information This news release contains "forward-looking statements” or "forward-looking information” (collectively, "forward-looking statements”) within the meaning of applicable securities legislation. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements and are based on the assumptions, expectations, estimates and projections as of the date of this news release. Forward-looking statements are subject to a variety of known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual events or results to differ from those expressed or implied by forward-looking statements contained herein. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Raindrop disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether because of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required by applicable securities laws. Readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements.2 rescued after California wharf partially collapses due to heavy surf from major Pacific storm
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