dragon link slot machine Syrians poured into streets in celebration on Sunday after a stunning rebel advance reached the capital, ending the Assad family’s 50 years of iron rule . Russian state news agencies were reporting that President Bashar Assad and his family had arrived in Moscow and were given asylum. Russia said Assad left the country after negotiations with rebel groups and that he had given instructions to transfer power peacefully. Joyful crowds gathered in central squares in Damascus, waving the Syrian revolutionary flag. Others ransacked the presidential palace and residence. Abu Mohammed al-Golani , a former al-Qaida commander who cut ties with the group years ago leads the biggest rebel faction in Syria and is poised to chart the country’s future. He made his first public appearance since fighters entered the Damascus suburbs Saturday, at the capital’s sprawling Umayyad Mosque, and called himself by his given name, Ahmad al-Sharaa. He said Assad’s fall was “a victory to the Islamic nation.” The rapidly developing events have shaken the region. Lebanon said it was closing all its land border crossings with Syria except for one that links Beirut with Damascus. Jordan closed a border crossing with Syria, too. Israel has issued warnings to villages in southern Syria and its forces seized a buffer zone in the Golan Heights. Here's the Latest: The Israeli military said on Sunday it was reinforcing a barrier along its border with Syria as part of its “enhanced preparedness” in the area following the fall of the Assad regime. Israel released images of the construction, which showed bulldozers digging what appeared to be a trench. The army said in a statement that the barrier was named “New East.” Satellite images analyzed by The Associated Press show that as early as September, Israel began building what could be a new road right along the so-called Alpha Line that separates the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights from Syria . The United Nations confirmed that Israeli troops entered the demilitarized zone during the work. Over the weekend, the Israeli military sent additional troops to the Israeli-annexed Golan Heights to bolster Israel’s presence along the border with Syria. Russian state news agencies reported that ousted Syrian President Bashar Assad has arrived in Moscow with his family and been given asylum. The agencies, Tass and RIA, cited an unidentified Kremlin source. The Associated Press was not immediately able to verify the reports but had contacted the Kremlin for comment. CAIRO — The Arab League on Sunday condemned Israel for taking advantage of Syrian President Bashar Assad's downfall by moving into more Syrian territory. Hours after Assad’s overthrow, Israel announced it had seized a buffer zone in the Golan Heights that was established by a cease-fire agreement with Syria in 1974. In a statement, the Arab League said Israel illegally sought to occupy more territories. But Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the 50-year-old agreement regarding Syrian territory had collapsed and that Syrian troops had abandoned their positions, necessitating Israel taking over as a “temporary defensive position.” UNITED NATIONS — The United Nations secretary-general is marking the “fall of the dictatorial regime” in Syria and says the future of the country is “is a matter for the Syrians to determine.” A statement by Antonio Guterres also called for calm and the protection of the rights of all Syrians as well as of diplomatic and consular facilities in Syria. He said there is much work ahead to ensure an “orderly political transition to renewed institutions,” and he called on the international community to ensure that “any political transition is inclusive and comprehensive and that it meets the legitimate aspirations of the people of Syria, in all their diversity.” KYIV, Ukraine - Ukraine’s top diplomat on Sunday responded to Assad’s ouster by describing him as a “dictator” who relied on Russia to prop up his rule - a reference to the military campaign Moscow has waged in Syria since September 2015, teaming up with Iran to allow Assad’s government to fight armed opposition groups and reclaim control over most of the country. "Assad has fallen. This has always been and will be the case with all dictators who bet on Putin. He always betrays those who rely on him,” foreign minister Andrii Sybiha said in a post on X. In a separate update on the social network, Sybiha said Kyiv was ready to take steps towards restoring relations with Syria, severed months into Russia’s full-scale invasion of the neighboring state. Kyiv broke off diplomatic ties after Damascus in June 2022 recognized Kremlin-occupied parts of eastern Ukraine as independent territories, in a move welcomed by Moscow and decried by the West as a clear violation of Ukrainian sovereignty. JERUSALEM — The Israeli military has issued a warning to residents of five villages and towns in southern Syria to stay inside their homes for their safety. “The fighting in your area is forcing the IDF to act,” the IDF’s Arabic-language spokesman said on X. The military didn’t respond to questions. Earlier, Israel said its troops had seized a buffer zone in the Golan Heights established in 1974, saying it was to protect Israeli residents after Syrian troops abandoned their positions. Defense Minister Israel Katz said on X that the IDF has been instructed to “seize the buffer zone and control points to ensure the protection of all Israeli communities in the Golan Heights – Jewish and Druze – so that they are not exposed to threats from the other side.” Israel captured the Golan in the 1967 Mideast war and later annexed it. The international community, except for the United States, views it as occupied. BEIRUT - The leader of the largest insurgent group in Syria visited the Syrian capital’s sprawling Umayyad Mosque and declared that the victory against President Bashar Assad “is a victory to the Islamic nation.” Ahmad al-Sharaa, who was formerly known as Abu Mohammed al-Golani, made his first public appearance and remarks since fighters entered Damascus. He told hundreds of people at the historic mosque that Assad had made Syria “a farm for Iran’s greed.” He added that Assad made Syria a base for the illegal amphetamine Captagon that brought cash to Assad’s circles. Al-Sharaa, the leader of the jihadi Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, or HTS, said Sunday that the victory was achieved because of “God and the blood of martyrs.” He said that he left Syria 20 years ago and since then his heart has longed for this movement. AMMAN, Jordan — The vast majority of the Jordanian people are welcoming the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime and the success of the Syrian revolution. “There is no doubt that I felt overwhelming joy at the fall of the Assad regime," said Badi Al-Rafaia, Engineer, union activist and member of the Islamic Action Front. "There is no doubt that we are happy with what happened in Syria, happy with the success of the revolution, happy with the Syrian people getting rid of an oppressor and criminal who treated the Syrian people and made the Syrian state a failed state.” Al-Rafaia said that Jordan is benefiting from what happened in Syria, and "we hope that Jordan will help the revolution succeed and not work against it.” Amman resident Muhab al-Majali said the fall of the Assad regime is “The end of every unjust and tyrannical rule, and more than that, it mortgaged the country and its people to the Iranians, who abandoned it in minutes... I believe that the future is beautiful and prosperous for the Syrians.” BERLIN — The International Committee of the Red Cross is calling for safe humanitarian access and protection of civilians in Syria after the fall of Bashir Assad’s government. “Our teams in Syria, including in Damascus, have been closely monitoring the fast-evolving security and humanitarian situation in coordination with the Syrian Arab Red Crescent,” the ICRC’s head of delegation in Syria, Stephan Sakalian, said in a written statement Sunday. The ICRC is “responding wherever possible, with further efforts underway, as hundreds of thousands of people need care and humanitarian assistance,” he said. Sakalian called “on all parties to urgently enable safe and unhindered access for medical and humanitarian workers to reach those in need, to protect civilians, and to uphold their obligations under international humanitarian law.” BAGHDAD — The Iraqi government said in a statement Sunday that it “supports all international and regional efforts seeking to open a dialogue” for Syria “leading to the adoption of a pluralistic constitution that preserves the human and civil rights of Syrians, and supports cultural, ethnic and religious diversity.” The statement from government spokesperson Bassem al-Awadi, said that Iraq understands “the necessity of respecting the free will of all Syrians, and stresses that the security of Syria, the unity of its territories, and the preservation of its independence are of utmost importance, not only for Iraq but also for its connection to the security and stability of the region.” It cautioned against “interfering in Syria’s internal affairs, or supporting one party for the benefit of another.” Iraq, which has a close relationship with Iran - once a strong ally of former Syrian President Bashar Assad - has taken in some 2,000 Syrian army soldiers who fled the country amid the advance of armed opposition groups. CAIRO — The head of Yemen’s internationally recognized government welcomed the fall of the government of President Bashar Assad of Syria. “It’s a historic moment,” Rashad al-Alimi, who chairs the ruling presidential council, wrote on X platform of Assad’s downfall. “It’s time for the Iranian regime to stop meddling in Yemen, respect its sovereignty and identity.” Al-Alimi, who is backed by Saudi Arabia, was referring to Iran’s support of Houthi rebels who are at war with Yemen’s internationally recognized government for a decade. DAMASCUS — Families wandered through the high-ceilinged halls of the presidential palace in Damascus on Sunday, along with some armed men. Some paused to take family portraits or selfies on the few remaining couches against the backdrop of mosaiced walls, while others walked out with chairs and other items under their arms. On the massive parking lot out front, cars drove in circles honking ecstatically. In central Damascus’ Umayyad Square, drivers passing by also honked jubilantly, while young men piled onto a tank abandoned in the square. But for some the celebration was bittersweet. “I am very happy, but this happiness will not be completed until I can see my son out of the prison and know where is he is,” said Damascus resident Bassam Masr. “I have been searching for him for two hours - he has been detained for 13 years.” TEL AVIV, Israel – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that Israeli forces have seized a buffer zone in the Golan Heights established by a 1974 ceasefire agreement with Syria. He spoke from an overlook near the border between Syria and the Israeli-annexed Golan Heights, after Syrian rebels tore through the country and dramatically ended Assad’s rule on Sunday morning. Netanyahu said the 50-year-old agreement had collapsed and that Syrian troops had abandoned their positions, necessitating the Israeli takeover as a “temporary defensive position.” Israel captured the Golan Heights in the 1967 Mideast war and annexed it. The international community, except for the United States, views it as occupied Syrian territory. Satellite images analyzed by the Associated Press show that as early as September, Israel began construction of what could possibly be a new road right along the so-called Alpha Line that separates the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights from Syria . The United Nations confirmed that Israeli troops entered the demilitarized zone during the work. The United Nations maintains a peacekeeping force in the demilitarized zone called the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force, or UNDOF, with around 1,100 peacekeepers from Fiji, India, Kazakhstan, Nepal, and Uruguay. After the 1973 Mideast war, the U.N. Secretary Council voted to create UNDOF to patrol a roughly 400 square kilometer (155 square mile) demilitarized zone and maintain the peace there. DAMASCUS, Syria — An Associated Press journalist in Damascus reported airstrikes in the area of the Mezzeh military airport, southwest of the capital Sunday. The airport has previously been targeted in Israeli airstrikes, but it was not immediately clear who launched Sunday's strike. The Israeli military refused to comment on the airport strike. Israel often does not publicly claim responsibility for attacks in Syria. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, a UK-based war monitor, reported that Israeli warplanes also targeted warehouses belonging to the Syrian army’s Fourth Division and another former military site outside of Damascus Sunday. On Saturday and Sunday, the Israeli military sent additional troops to the Israeli-annexed Golan Heights to bolster Israel’s presence along the border between Israel and Syria. Agricultural areas along the border were declared closed military zones and some schools shifted to online classes in anticipation of unrest.No. 22 Texas A&M beats Texas Tech 72-67 in 1st meeting of former conference rivals since 2012After beating the Chiefs , The 9-2 Buffalo Bills are in their bye week, so it's a great time to take a look at the team and think about what the stretch run, and the playoffs, could look like. Coming out of the bye, the Bills will host a desperate San Francisco 49ers team that's in a slugfest of mediocrity for the NFC West crown. Currently, the Cardinals are 6-4, and the Rams, Seahawks, and 49ers are all 5-5. It's anybody's division, but none of the teams look like they're knocking on the door to represent the conference in the Super Bowl. Still, the 49ers will be a very challenging opponent, especially now with a healthy Christian McCaffrey in the backfield. After that matchup, the Bills will travel to Los Angeles to play the rams, followed by a trip to Detroit on December 15th in what will be their toughest test remaining on the schedule. For everyone's sake, I hope the Lions game is a Super Bowl preview. The world deserves a Lake Erie Super Bowl between two passionate and diehard fanbases that are both looking for their first Lombardi Trophy. But I digress. With the playoffs squarely in sight, it's a great opportunity to look at some numbers to see where the Bills stack up against the best teams in the NFL using DVOA, a metric showing how a team compares to the league average. There's a big, glaring issue, and it's one that the Bills are all too familiar with. Since the Bills knocked off the undefeated Chiefs, I’ve seen a lot of talk about them being the ‘best team in football.’ Power Rankings? Overrated, IMO. Let’s use better tools, like @FTNFantasy DVOA. I made this to show who’s truly the best right now. #BillsMafia pic.twitter.com/CoEPS4jRVb Special teams. Again. And not just special teams. That largely falls on the shoulders of kicker Tyler Bass , who just can't seem to get it going. I was having a conversation with one of my Chiefs fans colleagues before our matchup about how wonderful it must be to not have to sweat every single time his kicker lines up. Especially with a healthy Harrison Butker, Chiefs fans can use their extra point attempts as a great opportunity to use the restroom, grab a snack, maybe refresh their beverage. Bills fans, on the other hand, have to strain over something as simple as the point after. On the season, Bass ranks 21st in field goal percentage at 86.4%, missing three kicks in the 40-49 range. Bass has also missed four extra point attempts, more than any other kicker in the league . When games are tight, every point matters. The Bills jumped out to a perfect start against Kansas City, intercepting Patrick Mahomes and then driving down the field for a touchdown. It couldn't have been better — and then Bass missed the extra point. It simply can't happen. In missing the extra point, it dramatically changes the mentality of an opponent. A couple drives later, when the Chiefs scored their first touchdown, their extra point put them ahead, instead of pulling even. Their second score of the game put them ahead eight, now putting Buffalo at a severe disadvantage. Fortunately for Bass, the Bills were able to come back and win the game. But a kicker that's a wild card and has a history of missing pressure kicks is the biggest weak link in the chain of the 2024 Buffalo Bills. This article first appeared on A to Z Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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SHAREHOLDER INVESTIGATION: Halper Sadeh LLC Investigates ALTR, SASR, AUB, CYTH on Behalf of ShareholdersWASHINGTON — Donald Trump said he can't guarantee his promised tariffs on key U.S. foreign trade partners won't raise prices for American consumers and suggested once more that some political rivals and federal officials who pursued legal cases against him should be imprisoned. The president-elect, in a wide-ranging interview with NBC's "Meet the Press" that aired Sunday, also touched on monetary policy, immigration, abortion and health care, and U.S. involvement in Ukraine, Israel and elsewhere. Trump often mixed declarative statements with caveats, at one point cautioning "things do change." Here's a look at some of the issues covered: Trump threatened broad trade penalties, but said he didn't believe economists' predictions that added costs on those imported goods for American companies would lead to higher domestic prices for consumers. He stopped short of a pledge that U.S. an households won't be paying more as they shop. "I can't guarantee anything. I can't guarantee tomorrow," Trump said, seeming to open the door to accepting the reality of how import levies typically work as goods reach the retail market. That's a different approach from Trump's typical speeches throughout the 2024 campaign, when he framed his election as a sure way to curb inflation. In the interview, Trump defended tariffs generally, saying that tariffs are "going to make us rich." He has pledged that, on his first day in office in January, he would impose 25% tariffs on all goods imported from Mexico and Canada unless those countries satisfactorily stop illegal immigration and the flow of illegal drugs such as fentanyl into the United States. He also has threatened tariffs on China to help force that country to crack down on fentanyl production. "All I want to do is I want to have a level, fast, but fair playing field," Trump said. He offered conflicting statements on how he would approach the justice system after winning election despite being convicted of 34 felonies in a New York state court and being indicted in other cases for his handling of national security secrets and efforts to overturn his 2020 loss to Democrat Joe Biden. "Honestly, they should go to jail," Trump said of members of Congress who investigated the Capitol riot by his supporters who wanted him to remain in power. The president-elect underscored his contention that he can use the justice system against others, including special prosecutor Jack Smith, who led the case on Trump's role in the siege on Jan. 6, 2021. Trump confirmed his plan to pardon supporters who were convicted for their roles in the riot, saying he would take that action on his first day in office. As for the idea of revenge driving potential prosecutions, Trump said: "I have the absolute right. I'm the chief law enforcement officer, you do know that. I'm the president. But I'm not interested in that." At the same time, Trump singled out lawmakers on a special House committee who investigated the insurrection, citing Rep. Bennie Thompson, D-Miss., and former Rep. Liz Cheney, R-Wyo. "Cheney was behind it ... so was Bennie Thompson and everybody on that committee," Trump said. Asked specifically whether he would direct his administration to pursue cases, he said, "No," and suggested he did not expect the FBI to quickly undertake investigations into his political enemies. At another point, Trump said he would leave the matter up to Pam Bondi, his pick as attorney general. "I want her to do what she wants to do," he said. Such threats, regardless of Trump's inconsistencies, have been taken seriously enough by many top Democrats that Biden is considering issuing blanket, preemptive pardons to protect key members of his outgoing administration. Trump did seemingly back off his campaign rhetoric calling for Biden to be investigated, saying, "I'm not looking to go back into the past." Trump repeatedly mentioned his promises to seal the U.S.-Mexico border and deport millions of people who are in the U.S. illegally through a mass deportation program. "I think you have to do it," he said. He suggested he would try to use executive action to end "birthright" citizenship under which people born in the U.S. are considered citizens — though such protections are spelled out in the Constitution. Asked specifically about the future for people who were brought into the country illegally as children and were shielded from deportation in recent years, Trump said, "I want to work something out," indicating he might seek a solution with Congress. But Trump also said he does not "want to be breaking up families" of mixed legal status, "so the only way you don't break up the family is you keep them together and you have to send them all back." Long a critic of NATO members for not spending more on their own defense, Trump said he "absolutely" would remain in the alliance "if they pay their bills." Pressed on whether he would withdraw if he were dissatisfied with allies' commitments, Trump said he wants the U.S. treated "fairly" on trade and defense. He waffled on a NATO priority of containing Russia and President Vladimir Putin. Trump suggested Ukraine should prepare for less U.S. aid in its defense against Putin's invasion. "Possibly. Yeah, probably. Sure," Trump said of reducing Ukraine assistance from Washington. Separately, Trump called for an immediate cease-fire. Asked about Putin, Trump said initially that he has not talked to the Russian leader since Election Day last month, but then hedged. "I haven't spoken to him recently," Trump said when pressed, adding that he did not want to "impede the negotiation." The president-elect said he has no intention, at least for now, of asking Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell to step down before Powell's term ends in 2028. Trump said during the campaign that presidents should have more say in Fed policy, including interest rates. Trump did not offer any job assurances for FBI Director Christopher Wray, whose term is to end in 2027. Asked about Wray, Trump said: "Well, I mean, it would sort of seem pretty obvious" that if the Senate confirms Kash Patel as Trump's pick for FBI chief, then "he's going to be taking somebody's place, right? Somebody is the man that you're talking about." Trump promised that the government efficiency effort led by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will not threaten Social Security. "We're not touching Social Security, other than we make it more efficient," he said. He added that "we're not raising ages or any of that stuff." He was not so specific about abortion or his long-promised overhaul of the Affordable Care Act. On abortion, Trump continued his inconsistencies and said he would "probably" not move to restrict access to the abortion pills that now account for a majority of pregnancy terminations, according to the Guttmacher Institute, which supports abortion rights. But pressed on whether he would commit to that position, Trump replied, "Well, I commit. I mean, are — things do — things change. I think they change." Reprising a line from his Sept. 10 debate against Vice President Kamala Harris, Trump again said he had "concepts" of a plan to substitute for the 2010 Affordable Care Act, which he called "lousy health care." He added a promise that any Trump version would maintain insurance protections for Americans with preexisting health conditions. He did not explain how such a design would be different from the status quo or how he could deliver on his desire for "better health care for less money."

Jennifer Aniston is reportedly planning to hold her dogs close while celebrating Christmas this year. A new report from Life & Style gave details about how the Friends veteran has spoiled her pet dogs. The source began, “Jen’s dogs are beyond pampered.” “She’s bought all of them piles of dog treats and bones and chew toys for Christmas and lots of cute outfits,” they continued to spill the beans. “She’s doing a special Christmas card featuring them and she’s even planning to have her chef prepare them a dog-friendly Christmas dinner so they can enjoy the festivities alongside her,” the source also mentioned. “She’s planning to throw her big holiday party that she does every year and this year she’s going to make it dog-friendly,” they also added. In conclusion, the insider dished, “She’s arranged to have a special dog support staff to entertain all the pups that come, while the dog parents all socialize together.”The concept of senior living is changing—it is no longer confined to retirement and care. The new era envisions vibrant ecosystems where seniors—either young by age or young at heart—can live, connect, and thrive. This shift can be partly attributed to how ageing is perceived. Today's Seniors focus on healthy ageing, an active lifestyle, and staying connected and purposeful. They seek opportunities to remain involved in society by participating in social gatherings that promote vitality and youthfulness, such as fitness activities or day clubbing events. Aiming to stray away from passive roles, they look for spaces where they can continue to contribute meaningfully, engage socially, and maintain a sense of autonomy. The Dynamics Of Senior Living Such a mindset rejects the traditional view of ageing as a time of retreat and diminishment. Globally, this paradigm shift in senior living reflects changing societal needs and economic potential. For instance, in Germany, the ageing baby boomer generation seeks communities that enhance their quality of life while embracing health, activity, and belonging. However, the country's senior housing offering must enable a community-based and active lifestyle for young seniors. On the other hand, countries like Sweden and Japan create inclusive, active living environments for seniors. Sweden focuses on mixed-use communities that foster intergenerational interaction. Meanwhile, Japan incorporates high-tech solutions like robotics and home care innovations that foster local senior communities. Communities have a significant role to play in this context. They must emphasise inclusivity and interaction to ensure seniors feel they belong to something larger than themselves through age-specific and intergenerational activities. . YOOBELONG: Changing Our Concept Of Senior Living YOOBELONG is Germany's first local community builder for "young seniors." It offers various housing options, including new builds and converted... Alex Rivers

Zappos Has So Many Fab Winter Boots on Sale for up to 70% Off During Black Friday — Shop Our Top 5 Picks Under $100When Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter entered the White House in 1977, they became the first couple since John F Kennedy to raise their children in the executive mansion on Pennsylvania Avenue. Over the years, their family continued to grow in size, with nearly two dozen grandchildren and great-grandchildren added to the Carter clan. “We have a big family now. We have 22 grandchildren and great-grandchildren, 38 of us in all,” Carter told CNN in 2015. “So, we try to hold our family together and just enjoy the family life.” Rosalynn passed away in November 2023. Carter became the longest-living president when he turned 98 in October 2022. He died at the age of 100 on Sunday, December 29, his son announced. An immediate cause was not given. “It’s been awe-inspiring to watch my grandfather live out his values for all these decades,” his grandson Jason Carter told People in a previous interview. “My earliest memories are from his years in the White House, and I’ve grown up witnessing and learning from his faith and his belief in equal treatment and respect for all people." In February 2023, Carter entered hospice care following multiple hospital stays. He celebrated his 100th birthday on October 1, 2024, joining his loved ones in the backyard of his home to watch a military flyover in his honor. His grandson Jason said he is also looking forward to voting for Kamala Harris in the November election. Here’s what we know about the Carters’ children: John William “Jack” Carter, 77, is the eldest son of Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter. He spent his young adult years at the Georgia Institute of Technology, but later left to join the US Navy and served during the Vietnam War. He would eventually be discharged after he was caught smoking marijuana while stationed in Idaho, but he would later rejoin Georgia Tech and earn a degree in nuclear physics. Like his father, Mr Carter also had a stint in US politics, winning the Democratic primary for the US Senate in Nevada in 2006, but he lost the general election to Republican John Ensign. His top issues during the campaign were opposing the Iraq War and improving healthcare, particularly for veterans. “We took our eye off Afghanistan, which should have been the focus,” he said during a campaign stop with his father, according to the Tahoe Daily Tribune. James Earl “Chip” Carter III, 74, the second eldest son, was handed down his father’s and grandfather’s name. He had a son with his first wife Caron Griffin, whom he also bestowed the name upon. He worked in the family peanut warehouse for a while before he was elected to the Plains City Council and worked on the Democratic National Committee. Jimmy Carter revealed in the documentary Jimmy Carter: Rock & Roll President that Chip and singer Willie Nelson smoked marijuana on the White House roof. “When Willie Nelson wrote his autobiography, he confessed that he smoked pot in the White House one night when he was spending the night with me,” Mr Carter said in the documentary. “And he says that his companion that shared the pot with him was one of the servants in the White House. That is not exactly true — it actually was one of my sons, which he didn’t want to categorize as a pot-smoker like him.” Donnel “Jeff” Carter, 72, is the youngest of the Carter brothers. He studied geography and computer cartography and later co-founded the company Computer Mapping Consultants with his former professor the same year he graduated, he told Time magazine. He had three children, Joshua, Jeremy, and James, but Jeremy passed away in 2015 at the age of 28 from an apparent heart attack . Donnel lost his wife Annette, 68, in 2021. He met her on their first day of school at Georgia Southwestern State University. Joshua Carter wrote in an obituary for his mother that “Jeff saw her across the student center while he was playing spades, and he told his friends to turn around and look at that pretty girl that just walked in. He told them he was going to marry her, and four years later he did.” They were married for 46 years. Amy Carter, 57, is the only daughter and youngest child by 15 years of the former president and first lady. Ms Carter spent her childhood years in the White House while her father was serving as president, putting her in the political and media spotlight at a young age. Born in October 1967, she was nine years old when her father became president. She later went on to become known for her political activism, such as participating in protests and sit-ins against US foreign policy in Central America and apartheid in South Africa. On one occasion in 1986, Ms Carter and several others were arrested during a protest against CIA recruitment. She was acquitted of charges of disorderly conduct and trespassing, according to The New York Times. She illustrated her father’s children’s book, The Little Baby Snoogle-Fleejer , which was published in 1995. Ms Carter has two sons from two marriages. In more recent years, she has kept a low profile. She became a member of the Carter Center Board of Councilors in 2020.

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Stocks retreat, dollar mixed on Trump tariff warning LONDON: Stock markets retreated and the dollar was mixed on Tuesday after Donald Trump warned he would impose huge new tariffs on China, Mexico and Canada immediately on taking over as US president in January. Trump said on his Truth Social account that he would hammer the United States’ largest trading partners in response to the illegal drug trade and immigration.The news dampened optimism that his pick to lead the Treasury, Scott Bessent, could temper the tycoon’s assertiveness, with fears that a trade war with China and warnings that the tariffs -- along with promised tax cuts -- will reignite US inflation. “This was Trump’s most direct assertion about his tariffs plan since winning the election” in early November, noted Kathleen Brooks, research director at XTB trading group. European stocks followed losses in Asia on Tuesday despite Trump excluding Europe as an immediate target for tariffs.“It is early days, and there are plenty of opportunities for Trump to direct his attention to Europe down the line,” Brooks added. The dollar rallied against its Canadian equivalent, Mexico’s peso and yuan.However, it dropped against the euro, pound and yen, with the latter benefiting from its status as a haven investment, analysts said. Ahead of Wall Street’s reopening, the administration of outgoing US President Joe Biden said it has finalised a $7.9-billion award to Intel, cementing part of his legacy in bringing semiconductor production to the United States. The world’s biggest economy is scrambling to ease its dependence on China and other countries in Asia for these devices essential for everything from refrigerators to weapons systems.Elsewhere Tuesday, bitcoin held above $92,000 despite falling further. A Trump-fuelled rally that had seen the world’s biggest cryptocurrency surge about 50 per cent to within a whisker of $100,000 has run out of steam.Oil prices rebounded slightly after Monday’s losses of around 3.0 per cent, as Israel’s security cabinet prepared to vote on a proposed ceasefire in its war with Hezbollah in Lebanon.