3 E Network Technology Group Limited Files for 1.2M Share IPO at $4-$6/shIn exciting news for fans of Chinese cinema, the highly anticipated film "Bright Moon at the Window" has been officially confirmed for a New Year release. This zany comedy promises to bring laughter and joy to audiences as they usher in the new year with a fresh dose of humor and whimsy.
Two people are charged with child abuse after officials say they performed a circumcision on a boy at a Missouri home. On Nov. 28, a Department of Family Services employee called 911 to report that a child had been circumcised at home, according to a criminal complaint. A Morgan County Sheriff’s deputy went to the home and spoke with a man there. The man told the deputy that he performed the circumcision on the boy, court records said. The man said he used a utility tool to perform the procedure, the complaint said. When asked if he was medically trained, the man said he wasn’t but that he “conducted research and prayed a blessing,” the court document said. The man said he used pads for the blood but didn’t prepare for how much bleeding occurred, according to the complaint. The procedure didn’t go as planned, and the boy was taken to a hospital, according to the court document. However, the man and woman left the hospital against the advice of medical staff, the complaint said. When asked about leaving, the two said they were there for hours and “grew tired of waiting.” The woman told the deputy she was unsure and hesitant about the procedure, but that she helped, court records said. Five children were removed from the home, according to officials. McClatchy News is not naming the man and woman to protect the identity of the children involved. The woman and man are charged with abuse or neglect of a child. Additionally, the man is charged with unauthorized practice of medicine or surgery, court records show. Morgan County is about a 140-mile drive southeast of Kansas City. Surgeon ‘misplaced’ screws in 12-year-old’s back, causing paralysis, SC lawsuit says Surgeon ‘misplaced’ screws in 12-year-old’s back, causing paralysis, SC lawsuit says Fake dentist ‘botched’ patient’s root canal, causing ‘tremendous’ pain, Texas cops say This story was originally published December 4, 2024, 2:38 PM.
However, the latest announcement that the game will be going on hiatus has left fans wondering about the future of their favorite mobile game. The official statement from the game's development team revealed that the decision to pause updates was made in order to focus on creating an even more immersive and exciting gaming experience for players in the future.NEW YORK — Luigi Mangione, the man accused of fatally gunning down health insurance executive Brian Thompson on a Manhattan street, pleaded not guilty on Monday to New York state murder charges that brand him a terrorist. Mangione, 26, was escorted into Judge Gregory Carro's 13th-floor courtroom in the New York state criminal courthouse in lower Manhattan with a court officer on each arm, and a procession of a half dozen officers following him. He was in handcuffs and shackles, and wore a burgundy sweater over a white-collared shirt. Mangione leaned into a microphone and said "not guilty" when Carro asked how he pleaded to the 11-count indictment charging him with murder as an act of terrorism and weapons offenses. If convicted, he faces a maximum sentence of life in prison without the possibility of parole. Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealth Group's UNH.N insurance unit UnitedHealthcare, was shot dead on Dec. 4 outside a hotel in midtown Manhattan where the company was gathering for an investor conference. The brazen killing and ensuing five-day manhunt captivated Americans. While public officials have condemned the killing, some Americans who decry the steep costs of healthcare and insurance companies' power to deny paying for some medical treatments have feted Mangione as a folk hero. Mangione was arrested at a McDonald's restaurant in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on Dec. 9. After deciding last week not to fight extradition, he was transferred to New York, where he was led off a helicopter in lower Manhattan by a large phalanx of police officers and New York City Mayor Eric Adams. That spectacle and other statements by public officials suggest Mangione may not be able to get a fair trial, his lawyer Karen Friedman Agnifilo said at Monday's hearing. "They are treating him like he is some sort of political fodder, some sort of spectacle," Agnifilo said. "He is not a symbol, he is someone who is afforded a right to a fair trial." Several dozen people gathered outside the courthouse in freezing temperatures to express support for Mangione and anger at healthcare companies. One person held a sign with the words "DENY, DEFEND, DEPOSE," a phrase that echoes tactics some accuse insurers of using to avoid paying out claims. Authorities say the words "deny," "delay," and "depose" were found written on shell casings at the crime scene. Kara Hay, a 42-year-old schoolteacher, said she believed it was wrong for Mangione to be charged with terrorism. "Shooting one CEO does not make him a terrorist, and I do not feel terrorized," said Hay, who held a sign reading "innocent until proven guilty." After the 30-minute hearing, officers once again shackled Mangione and led him out of the courtroom. He is being held at the Metropolitan Detention Center, a federal lockup in Brooklyn. Carro set Mangione's next court appearance for Feb. 21. Monday's arraignment was the second court appearance in New York for Mangione, who also faces a four-count federal criminal complaint charging him with stalking and killing Thompson. He has not yet been asked to enter a plea in that case. U.S. Magistrate Judge Katharine Parker ordered Mangione detained at a Dec. 19 hearing in Manhattan federal court. The federal charges would make him eligible for the death penalty, should the U.S. Attorney's Office in Manhattan decide to pursue it. The separate federal and state cases will proceed in parallel. The state case is currently expected to go to trial first, federal prosecutors said. At the hearing, Friedman Agnifilo said it was difficult to defend her client in dual state and federal cases. "He is being treated like a human ping-pong ball between these two jurisdictions," Friedman Agnifilo said. She also said the Manhattan District Attorney's office, which brought the charges, has not handed over any evidence to the defense to help prepare for trial, a process known as discovery. A prosecutor responded that the office would begin handing over evidence soon. According to the federal criminal complaint, the police who arrested Mangione found a notebook that contained several handwritten pages that "express hostility towards the health insurance industry and wealthy executives in particular." A notebook entry dated Oct. 22 allegedly described an intent to "wack" the chief executive of an insurance company at its investor conference. ______________________________________________________
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U.S. shares higher at close of trade; Dow Jones Industrial Average up 0.69%For over two decades, a man's addiction to chewing betel nuts has tragically transformed him into a disfigured individual, bringing to light the destructive consequences of long-standing bad habits. The man's story serves as a stark reminder of the perils of addiction and the irreversible damage it can inflict upon one's life.
The story begins in a small village in rural China, where the protagonist was born to a loving family. Tragically, his peaceful existence was shattered when he was abducted at a tender age of 5. Sold into forced labor, he endured years of hardship and mistreatment before managing to escape and find his way to a nearby city. Despite the odds stacked against him, he displayed remarkable resilience and determination, eventually making his way to the United States to pursue his academic dreams.
In the world of basketball, success is often measured by wins, statistics, and championships. However, for Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert, success extends beyond the numbers on the scoreboard. Gobert, known for his defensive prowess and leadership on the court, recently expressed his satisfaction with the team's current situation, attributing their success to the shared experiences that have helped them grow both as individuals and as a unit.The ensemble cast is led by the charismatic actor Wang Leehom, who brings his trademark charm and wit to the role of a bumbling but lovable protagonist. Joining him are a talented ensemble of actors and comedians, all of whom bring their unique talents to the table to create a film that is sure to leave audiences smiling.
Furthermore, the inflated prices charged by flight butler services could have a detrimental impact on the affordability of air travel, particularly for budget-conscious travelers. By inflating ticket prices to such an extent, these services are effectively pricing out a significant portion of the population from accessing air travel, exacerbating economic inequalities in the process.Florida ended a two-game losing streak against archrival Florida State during a matchup with as much action following a 31-11 victory as during it. The game itself might have been ugly, but it was ultimately a thing of beauty to the Gators. A midfield flag planting, an ensuing scuffle and victory cigars in the visitors locker room demonstrated how much the win meant to the players. During the latest Swamp Things, Edgar and Mark discuss Florida’s season-ending flourish and the huge month ahead for Billy Napier’s program. Edgar Thompson can be reached at egthompson@orlandosentinel.com
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A film student duped a young girl into sharing intimate pictures and then tried to “blackmail” her into having sex, or he would send the images to her social media followers, a court has heard. Stephen Seery, aged 22, also attacked a female garda with a punch and a kick in the face when she posed as the girl and went to meet him, Mullingar Circuit Criminal Court was told. Judge Keenan Johnson imposed a three-year suspended sentence after the accused pleaded guilty to an offence under the Harassment, Harmful Communications and Related Offences Act 2020 for threatening to distribute intimate images of the girl on August 23, 2022. Seery, of Vilanstown, Gaybrook, Mullingar, Co Westmeath, was also ordered to carry out 240 hours of community service instead of a sentence of two years and six months for assault causing harm to Garda Gemma Prendergast. He must also pay each victim €5,000. Judge Johnson recalled the prosecution evidence, which revealed how Seery used an Instagram account with an AI-generated name. He began communicating with the girl, “persistently” asking for nude pictures. He told her he would send her an iPhone 12 and she sent him eight to 10 photos, including two without clothes, but edited them so her face was not visible. The phone did not arrive, and when queried, “the accused threatened to send the pictures to the victim’s followers if she did not meet and have sex with him”. It was then arranged that they would meet at a bridge near the old abandoned train station in Mullingar, but the victim reported him to gardaí. Gda Prendergast went to the area and presented herself as the victim, but Seery realised “and reacted by punching her”. The officer identified herself as a garda, and “the accused proceeded to kick her in the head”. She described the blows as “exceptionally violent”. She managed to get her hand up to protect her head from the force of the kick, which sent her “spinning to the ground” and leaving her bruised. Other gardaí observing the incident arrested the accused, who admitted he was behind the Instagram account. The girl’s victim impact statement outlined the extreme upset caused, and she told gardaí “she wants to put the matter behind her and move on with her life”. In his interviews, Seery told gardaí he had no friends besides people he engaged with online. Gda Prendergast said in her victim impact statement that, in her 20-year career, she had never encountered such aggression before and it has left her shaken. Judge Johnson noted: “Instead of trying to talk or run away, his first response was to kick her straight in the head.” Judge Johnson described the offences as disgraceful and cowardly, involving a vile intrusion on the girl. Seery then adopted a sinister approach and attempted to blackmail her into having sex with her, or the pictures would be distributed to her followers. “This was an appalling and despicable act and clearly involved creative planning and premeditation,” he said, adding that this was a particularly aggravating feature of the case. Both victims were traumatised, he noted. A forensic psychological assessment put found Seery’s risk of further sexual offence in the medium range, based on his current status, but found it could increase if he began drinking heavily again. Mitigating factors were his young age, remorse, lack of previous convictions, and guilty plea, and the judge said it appeared Seery’s offending was affected by his sense of isolation and depressive symptoms. He said it was out of character for the accused and an aberration. It was clear, he stated, that Seery was from a good family, and following apprehension, he accepted the offences were malicious, furnished letters of apology to his victim, and expressed shame. The court heard he worked part-time, was on a film production course, and engaging with his doctor and counselling, which needs to continue, and he has quit binge drinking. The court noted he had been recently diagnosed with autism, and this diagnosis would assist him in getting help to reduce his risk of reoffending. The judge learned from the accused’s father that Seery had issues from childhood, suffered a mental breakdown in his teens, and “was in a dark place for years”. The accused, who had no prior convictions, will be placed on the sex offenders register, must not reoffend for six years, must never contact the victims, continue counselling, and remain in education and probation supervision for 18 months.
For Roma, this match is a chance to make history once again. After a remarkable comeback against Barcelona in the previous round, Roma proved that they are a force to be reckoned with. The team's resilience and fighting spirit were on full display, as they overcame all odds to secure a place in the semi-finals. Now, facing Liverpool, Roma knows that they must bring their A-game to the pitch. They are ready to fight tooth and nail, to give it their all and make their fans proud.
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ORANGEBURG, S.C. -- We are live from South Carolina State University's Oliver C. Dawson Stadium, where the South Florence Bruins are playing the Westside Rams for this year's SCHSL Class 4A state football championship. These are the past two state champions for this class. My pick for tonight? You can read here . Updates to tonight's game can be found below with the most recent developments appearing at the top. 8:07 p.m.: Westside leads South Florence 14-7. 8:03 p.m.: Westside's Dreson Evans caught a 74-yard TD pass from Cutter Woods to put the Rams back on top of South Florence with a 14-7 score. 1:45 left in the 1st quarter. 7:59 p.m.: The Bruins' Jayden Sellers scored on an 18-yard touchdown after catching the pass from quarterback Messiah Jackson. Evan Holland's point-after kick is good, and we are tied at 7 with 2:06 left in 1st quarter. 7:49 p.m.: Westside's Chamarryus Bomar catches a 38-yard touchdown pass thrown by Cutter Woods. The point-after kick is good. Westside leads South Florence 7-0. 7:48 p.m.: The Bruins turn the ball over on downs at the Rams' 48-yard line 7:30 p.m.: South Florence wins coin toss. However, the Bruins defer until the second half. schancey@florencenews.com Sent weekly directly to your inbox! Sports Editor {{description}} Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items.To combat the bone-chilling cold, it is important to dress in layers to trap heat close to the body. Wearing thermal undergarments, sweaters, and a thick winter coat can help insulate the body and prevent heat loss. Accessorizing with hats, gloves, scarves, and earmuffs is also crucial to protect the extremities, which are most susceptible to the cold.
