"Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat cupidatat non proident, sunt in culpa qui officia deserunt mollit anim id est laborum." Section 1.10.32 of "de Finibus Bonorum et Malorum", written by Cicero in 45 BC "Sed ut perspiciatis unde omnis iste natus error sit voluptatem accusantium doloremque laudantium, totam rem aperiam, eaque ipsa quae ab illo inventore veritatis et quasi architecto beatae vitae dicta sunt explicabo. Nemo enim ipsam voluptatem quia voluptas sit aspernatur aut odit aut fugit, sed quia consequuntur magni dolores eos qui ratione voluptatem sequi nesciunt. Neque porro quisquam est, qui dolorem ipsum quia dolor sit amet, consectetur, adipisci velit, sed quia non numquam eius modi tempora incidunt ut labore et dolore magnam aliquam quaerat voluptatem. Ut enim ad minima veniam, quis nostrum exercitationem ullam corporis suscipit laboriosam, nisi ut aliquid ex ea commodi consequatur? Quis autem vel eum iure reprehenderit qui in ea voluptate velit esse quam nihil molestiae consequatur, vel illum qui dolorem eum fugiat quo voluptas nulla pariatur?" 1914 translation by H. Rackham "But I must explain to you how all this mistaken idea of denouncing pleasure and praising pain was born and I will give you a complete account of the system, and expound the actual teachings of the great explorer of the truth, the master-builder of human happiness. No one rejects, dislikes, or avoids pleasure itself, because it is pleasure, but because those who do not know how to pursue pleasure rationally encounter consequences that are extremely painful. Nor again is there anyone who loves or pursues or desires to obtain pain of itself, because it is pain, but because occasionally circumstances occur in which toil and pain can procure him some great pleasure. To take a trivial example, which of us ever undertakes laborious physical exercise, except to obtain some advantage from it? But who has any right to find fault with a man who chooses to enjoy a pleasure that has no annoying consequences, or one who avoids a pain that produces no resultant pleasure?" 1914 translation by H. Rackham "But I must explain to you how all this mistaken idea of denouncing pleasure and praising pain was born and I will give you a complete account of the system, and expound the actual teachings of the great explorer of the truth, the master-builder of human happiness. No one rejects, dislikes, or avoids pleasure itself, because it is pleasure, but because those who do not know how to pursue pleasure rationally encounter consequences that are extremely painful. Nor again is there anyone who loves or pursues or desires to obtain pain of itself, because it is pain, but because occasionally circumstances occur in which toil and pain can procure him some great pleasure. To take a trivial example, which of us ever undertakes laborious physical exercise, except to obtain some advantage from it? But who has any right to find fault with a man who chooses to enjoy a pleasure that has no annoying consequences, or one who avoids a pain that produces no resultant pleasure?" To keep reading, please log in to your account, create a free account, or simply fill out the form below.mj wowowin 。

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Labour leader Ivana Bacik has admitted that the “shouty behaviour” seen in the Dáil has “impacted on people’s behaviour” when canvassers knock on their door. In an interview with the Irish Mirror, the Dublin Bay South candidate said that she has had several “unpleasant” incidents on the doorsteps where people have “shouted” at her. She also conceded that her seat in the battleground constituency is not safe and she will not take anything “for granted”. READ MORE: Simon Harris says it's 'entirely possible' there will be Irish unity in his lifetime READ MORE: Disability worker 'shaken and upset' after exchange with Simon Harris in Cork Ms Bacik was in several high-profile fraught exchanges with independent TDs in the last Dáil. This included a scrap with Kerry candidate Michael Healy Rae over the infamous Leinster House bikeshed. During the argument, Ms Bacik told him to “shut up”. The Labour leader has repeatedly stated that she was surprised when she moved from the Seanad to the Dáil by the “adversarial” nature of the debate in the Lower House. Ms Bacik told the Irish Mirror that the manner in which politicians speak to each other is now impacting how voters speak to politicians. “Most people on doors are really civil, really polite, really respectful,” she explained. “I love canvassing. It's my favourite thing in an election campaign. Every hour I'm not out knocking on a door, I am twitching. “But certainly, the sort of discourteous shouty behaviour that we've seen in the Dáil, I think does have an impact. I think it's true. “It does have an impact on people's behaviour. People see it as a kind of threshold of decency in politics. “Occasionally, over the last few days, I have had people shout at me in the doors. It has been really unpleasant. “[About] the most random things. Random is probably the wrong word, things that matter to people personally but may not be... “Immigration, okay, that’s not random, clearly. That’s something that people have [concerns about]. “But things that are very particular to individuals. One person about football, this sort of thing. “It's disrespectful, it’s discourteous. I think it's sad to see that level of rudeness creeping in anywhere. “It's certainly very much a trend, as we all know, on social media, where the comments can be posted anonymously, “It's always disheartening to see people being rude on the doors.” Asked by the Irish Mirror if her seat was safe, Ms Bacik said, “No, not at all”. She continued: “I'll be standing on my track record. I was only elected for the first time three years ago, but I've been really working very, very hard in the community. “Certainly, we're getting very positive responses on the doors, but we are absolutely fighting as it's a very crowded field this time. “Dublin Bay South is being talked of as one of the more crowded battleground constituencies. We're very conscious of that, so we are absolutely fighting for the seat.” Join the Irish Mirror’s breaking news service on WhatsApp. Click this link to receive breaking news and the latest headlines direct to your phone. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don’t like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice .Lil Wayne, GloRilla, Camila Cabello to perform at College Football National Championship

Top executives from the U.S. telecom industry and national security officials gathered at the White House to address concerns over a Chinese cyber-espionage campaign targeting high-ranking U.S. political figures. What Happened : Chinese hackers managed to breach major U.S. telecom providers to spy on phone calls and text messages. The meeting was an opportunity for telecom executives to propose ways the government could bolster its defenses against such advanced cyber-attacks, the White House stated. According to the report by CNN , the cyber-attack is seen as one of the most significant challenges to cyber and national security for the upcoming Donald Trump administration. A classified briefing for all senators has been scheduled for December 4, after Congress reconvenes from its recess next month. “This is by far the worst telecom hack in our nation’s history,” Sen. Mark Warner (D-Va.), who chairs the Senate Intelligence Committee, told the outlet. The full scope of the hack, its implications, and the individuals affected are still being investigated. According to Warner, the FBI has notified fewer than 150 victims, most in the Washington area. But all of those victims have likely called or sent texts to numerous people, meaning the number of records accessed by the hackers is likely far greater. The hackers could listen to the calls of specific targets for certain periods of time, said Warner. Also Read: Possible Espionage Threat? US Officials Warn Of Chinese Interference With Undersea Internet Cables In Pacific US broadband and internet providers AT&T T , Verizon VZ , and Lumen LUMN have all been victims of this hacking campaign. The hackers also targeted phone communications of senior figures from both the Republican and Democratic parties. China has refuted the hacking allegations. However, U.S. officials continue to express concern about China’s hacking program, which, according to FBI Director Christopher Wray , is larger than those of all other major countries combined. Why It Matters : This incident underscores the growing threat of cyber-espionage and the need for robust cybersecurity measures. The implications of such attacks are far-reaching, affecting not just the telecom industry but also the political landscape. As the investigation continues, it remains crucial for the US to strengthen its defenses against such sophisticated cyber-attacks. Read Next US Warns Tech Startups Of Espionage Threats From China And Others Adversaries Via Foreign Investments: ‘Can Directly Lead To The Failure Of These Companies’ This content was partially produced with the help of AI tools and was reviewed and published by Benzinga editors. © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.LSU vs. Baylor Texas Bowl Predictions & Picks: Odds, Moneyline, Spread – Tuesday, Dec. 31

The Met Office has said it is "committed to learning the lessons from Storm Bert" after criticism of its weather forecasts. The weather service also defended itself, pointing out that "observed rainfall totals were broadly in line with the forecast and the severe weather warnings issued in advance". Through the end of last week and into the weekend, the storm brought torrential rain and winds over 80mph to parts of the UK. At least four people have died since Storm Bert began, leaving communities badly flooded and turning roads into rivers. It brought a month's worth of rain in one weekend to parts of the UK, with the hills of South Wales the worst hit. In the House of Commons, on Monday, ministers were told that "incompetence" at the Met Office led to an underestimation of the storm. Labour MP for Cardiff West Alex Barros-Curtis claimed warnings should have been "amber or red". He said: "Can I ask that the secretary of state [Environment Secretary Steve Reed] speak to his Department for Science, Innovation and Technology colleagues to carefully look into the role of the Met Office here? "It is clear that their response was slow and that there was a clear underestimation of the impact of Storm Bert. "They put it yellow rather than amber or red. Our constituents have been let down by this incompetence before, and it cannot keep happening." However, in response to this and other criticism, Met Office services director Simon Brown said that rainfall levels were "within the expected range of that forecast". He added that the warnings in place also highlighted the danger from the floods and outlined how "many factors" play a role in their warning strategy. Mr Brown continued: "I'm committed to learning the lessons from Storm Bert to support even greater preparedness and we will be reviewing our warning strategy and how this linked to flood models in the coming weeks and days. "Today my team and I have been working with stakeholder, partners and customers to start to review Storm Bert." Extreme weather events like Storm Bert are becoming more common with human-induced climate change, studies show. Provisional statistics show that White Barrow, in Devon, experienced the most rainfall during Storm Bert with 175.7mm (6.91") between 23 November and midnight 25 November. Treherbert, Tyn-Y-Waun in South Wales recorded 171.6mm (6.76") at a Natural Resources Wales rain gauge over the same period and winds of 82mph were recorded in Capel Curig, Gwynedd. from the UK on Tuesday, the Met Office said, but . It is expected to be largely drier and sunnier - with some showers in Northern Ireland, northern England and on western coasts. However, on Wednesday, an area of low pressure is set to move into southern parts of the UK bringing back more heavy rain.

Mr Carter, a former peanut farmer, served one term in the White House between 1977 and 1981, taking over in the wake of the Watergate scandal and the end of the Vietnam War. After his defeat by Ronald Reagan, he spent his post-presidency years as a global humanitarian, winning the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002. His death on Sunday was announced by his family and came more than a year after he decided to enter hospice care. He was the longest-lived US president. Our founder, former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, passed away this afternoon in Plains, Georgia. — The Carter Center (@CarterCenter) His son, Chip Carter, said: “My father was a hero, not only to me but to everyone who believes in peace, human rights and unselfish love. “My brothers, sister and I shared him with the rest of the world through these common beliefs. “The world is our family because of the way he brought people together, and we thank you for honouring his memory by continuing to live these shared beliefs.” Mr Carter is expected to receive a state funeral featuring public observances in Atlanta and Washington DC before being buried in his home town of Plains, Georgia. A moderate democrat born in Plains in October 1924, Mr Carter’s political career took him from the Georgia state senate to the state governorship and finally the White House, where he took office as the 39th president. His presidency saw economic disruption amid volatile oil prices, along with social tensions at home and challenges abroad including the Iranian revolution that sparked a 444-day hostage crisis at the US embassy in Tehran. But he also brokered the Camp David Accords between Egypt and Israel, which led to a peace treaty between the two countries in 1979. After his defeat in the 1980 presidential election, he worked for more than four decades leading the Carter Centre, which he and his late wife Rosalynn co-founded in 1982 to “wage peace, fight disease, and build hope”. Mrs Carter, who died last year aged 96, had played a more active role in her husband’s presidency than previous first ladies, with Mr Carter saying she had been “my equal partner in everything I ever accomplished”. Earlier this year, on his 100th birthday, Mr Carter received a private congratulatory message from the King, expressing admiration for his life of public service.

Lil Wayne, GloRilla, Camila Cabello to perform at College Football National ChampionshipJimmy Carter had the longest post-presidency of anyone to hold the office, and one of the most active. Here is a look back at his life. 1924 — Jimmy Carter was born on Oct. 1 to Earl and Lillian Carter in the small town of Plains, Georgia. 1928 — Earl Carter bought a 350-acre farm 3 miles from Plains in the tiny community of Archery. The Carter family lived in a house on the farm without running water or electricity. 1941 — He graduated from Plains High School and enrolled at Georgia Southwestern College in Americus. 1942 — He transferred to Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta. 1943 — Carter’s boyhood dream of being in the Navy becomes a reality as he is appointed to the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. 1946 — He received his naval commission and on July 7 married Rosalynn Smith of Plains. They moved to Norfolk, Virginia. 1946-1952 — Carter’s three sons are born, Jack in 1947, Chip in 1950 and Jeff in 1952. 1962-66 — Carter is elected to the Georgia State Senate and serves two terms. 1953 — Carter’s father died and he cut his naval career short to save the family farm. Due to a limited income, Jimmy, Rosalynn and their three sons moved into Public Housing Apartment 9A in Plains. 1966 — He ran for governor, but lost. 1967 — Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter’s fourth child, Amy, is born. 1971 — He ran for governor again and won the election, becoming Georgia’s 76th governor on Jan. 12. 1974 — Carter announced his candidacy for president. 1976 — Carter was elected 39th president on Nov. 2, narrowly defeating incumbent Gerald Ford. 1978 — U.S. and the Peoples’ Republic of China establish full diplomatic relations. President Carter negotiates and mediates an accord between Egypt and Israel at Camp David. 1979 — The Department of Education is formed. Iranian radicals overrun the U.S. Embassy and seize American hostages. The Strategic Arms Limitations Treaty is signed. 1980 — On March 21, Carter announces that the U.S. will boycott the Olympic Games scheduled in Moscow. A rescue attempt to get American hostages out of Iran is unsuccessful. Carter was defeated in his bid for a second term as president by Ronald Reagan in November. 1981 — President Carter continues to negotiate the release of the American hostages in Iran. Minutes before his term as president is over, the hostages are released. 1982 — Carter became a distinguished professor at Emory University in Atlanta, and founded The Carter Center. The nonpartisan and nonprofit center addresses national and international issues of public policy. 1984 — Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter volunteer one week a year for Habitat for Humanity, a nonprofit organization that helps needy people in the United States and in other countries renovate and build homes, until 2020. He also taught Sunday school in the Maranatha Baptist Church of Plains from the mid-’80s until 2020. 2002 — Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. 2015 — Carter announced in August he had been diagnosed with melanoma that spread to his brain. 2016 — He said in March that he no longer needed cancer treatment. 2024 — Carter dies at 100 years old. Sources: Cartercenter.org, Plains Historical Preservation Trust, The Associated Press; The Brookings Institution; U.S. Navy; WhiteHouse.gov, Gallup

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NORAD's Santa tracker was Cold War morale boost. Now it attracts millions of kidsAfter a sprawling hacking campaign exposed the communications of an unknown number of Americans, U.S. cybersecurity officials are advising people to use encryption in their communications. To safeguard against the risks highlighted by the campaign, which originated in China, federal cybersecurity authorities released an extensive list of security recommendations for U.S. telecom companies — such as Verizon and AT&T — that were targeted. The advice includes one tip we can all put into practice with our phones: “Ensure that traffic is end-to-end encrypted to the maximum extent possible.” End-to-end encryption, also known as E2EE, means that messages are scrambled so that only the sender and recipient can see them. If anyone else intercepts the message, all they will see is garble that can't be unscrambled without the key. Law enforcement officials had until now resisted this type of encryption because it means the technology companies themselves won't be able to look at the messages, nor respond to law enforcement requests to turn the data over. People are also reading... Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen hospitalized at UNMC after falling from horse Nebraska volleyball falls to Penn State in 5 sets in Final Four: How it happened Here's a list of Lincoln restaurants open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day Nebraska volleyball libero Lexi Rodriguez signs to play with Omaha pro team Nebraska QB Dylan Raiola addresses transfer portal speculation: 'It was unfortunate' Amie Just: Lexi Rodriguez deserved a national title. For her career to end like this? Gutting Nebraska volleyball laments being a 'couple plays' short of finishing off Penn State 'Multiple wins for me': Lincoln North Star rallies from double-digit deficit hours after coach's son is born 3 Nebraska starters still with team to miss bowl game with mix of injuries, opt outs Longtime Wahoo boys basketball coach Kevin Scheef resigns Man killed in Friday night crash north of Lincoln Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen sustained fractured ribs, lacerated spleen in fall from horse Man killed by brother in Lincoln apartment complex shooting, police say The Journal Star's 2024 Super-State and all-state football teams Honor walk pays tribute to Lincoln man who made organ donation Here's a look at various ways ordinary consumers can use end-to-end encryption: Texting Officials said the hackers targeted the metadata of a large number of customers, including information on the dates, times and recipients of calls and texts. They also managed to see the content from texts from a much smaller number of victims. If you're an iPhone user, information in text messages that you send to someone else who also has an iPhone will be encrypted end-to-end. Just look for the blue text bubbles, which indicate that they are encrypted iMessages. The same goes for Android users sending texts through Google Messages. There will be a lock next to the timestamp on each message to indicate the encryption is on. But there's a weakness. When iPhone and Android users text each other, the messages are encrypted only using Rich Communication Services, an industry standard for instant messaging that replaces the older SMS and MMS standards. Apple has noted that RCS messages “aren’t end-to-end encrypted, which means they’re not protected from a third party reading them while they’re sent between devices.” Samsung, which sells Android smartphones, has also hinted at the issue in a footnote at the bottom of a press release last month on RCS, saying, “Encryption only available for Android to Android communication.” Chat apps To avoid getting caught out when trading texts, experts recommend using encrypted messaging apps. Privacy advocates are big fans of Signal, which applies end-to-end encryption to all messages and voice calls. The independent nonprofit group behind the app promises never to sell, rent or lease customer data and has made its source code publicly available so that it can be audited by anyone to examine it “for security and correctness.” Signal's encryption protocol is so reputable that it has been integrated into rival WhatsApp, so users will enjoy the same level of security protection as Signal, which has a much smaller user base. End-to-end encryption is also the default mode for Facebook Messenger, which like WhatsApp is owned by Meta Platforms. What about Telegram? Telegram is an app that can be used for one-on-one conversations, group chats and broadcast “channels" but contrary to popular perception, it doesn't turn on end-to-end encryption by default. Users have to switch on the option. And it doesn’t work with group chats. Cybersecurity experts have warned people against using Telegram for private communications and pointed out that only its opt-in ‘secret chat’ feature is encrypted from end-to-end. The app also has a reputation for being a haven for scammers and criminal activity, highlighted by founder and CEO Pavel Durov's arrest in France. Making calls Instead of using your phone to make calls through a wireless cellular network, you can make voice calls with Signal and WhatsApp. Both apps encrypt calls with the same technology that they use to encrypt messages. There are other options. If you have an iPhone you can use Facetime for calls, while Android owners can use the Google Fi service, which are both end-to-end encrypted. The only catch with all these options is that, as with using the chat services to send messages, the person on the other end will also have to have the app installed. WhatsApp and Signal users can customize their privacy preferences in the settings, including hiding an IP address during calls to prevent your general location from being guessed.

Dr Shelly Nuruzzaman, a scientist turned entrepreneur, has transformed her love for authentic Bangladeshi curry into a thriving six-figure business. With a modest £650 investment, a passion for cooking, and an entrepreneurial spirit, she created BANG! Curry , a brand now serving over 250,000 customers and stocked in major retailers like Waitrose and HelloFresh. Dr Shelly Nuruzzaman , 52, holds a doctorate in Inertial Confinement Fusion from Imperial College London, graduating in 2000. She spent years working in London's financial sector before pausing her career after the birth of her second son. In 2014, inspired by her Bangladeshi heritage and a desire to balance work with family life, Dr Nuruzzaman decided to channel her culinary skills into a business. Encouraged by her husband, Mark, she coined the name BANG! Curry and embarked on her entrepreneurial journey. "I had more time to cook and focus on what we were eating," Dr Nuruzzaman told The Sun . "The idea of turning that passion into something bigger felt exciting." Starting small, Dr Nuruzzaman invested £650 to kick-start BANG! Curry . She began hosting cooking classes priced at £90 and would showcase her products at local food markets. Drawing from her lifelong experience preparing Bangladeshi dishes, she set out to create curry kits that would make it easier for customers to recreate authentic flavours at home. Perfecting her recipes took nearly a year of experimentation, blending spices to replicate the rich and nuanced tastes of Bangladeshi cuisine. By 2019, Dr Nuruzzaman launched her website and began selling her kits online. "I wanted something simple and approachable, where people could enjoy curry without feeling intimidated by the process," she said in an interview . BANG! Curry has flourished in the years since its launch. The brand has sold 750,000 kits in just five years and continues to grow. Its meal kits simplify cooking by breaking the process down into three easy steps, with video tutorials available to guide customers. Unlike pre-made sauces, BANG! Curry kits offer spice blends that allow customers to prepare homemade curry with their choice of ingredients. The kits cater to various dietary preferences, including vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options, ensuring inclusivity for all households. Dr Nuruzzaman proudly markets her kits as a faster, healthier alternative to takeaway curries. On her LinkedIn profile, she emphasises the convenience of BANG! Curry , which offers the flavours of home-cooked food in a fraction of the time. Today, the brand's products are featured in high-profile platforms like Waitrose and HelloFresh, making them widely accessible. Dr Nuruzzaman's achievements have not gone unnoticed. Her culinary expertise and entrepreneurial drive recently earned her a nomination as one of the Top 10 chefs from Bangladesh. As BANG! Curry continues to thrive, Dr Nuruzzaman credits her heritage and dedication to authenticity for the brand's success. "It's about bringing people closer to the joy of cooking," she says. Her journey from lab coat to CEO highlights the power of blending passion with perseverance, turning a modest investment into a flourishing business.The Hockomock League has long branded itself as one of the premier football leagues in the state. Friday night, the Hock had the receipts to back that claim. Mansfield and North Attleboro punched their tickets to an all-Hockomock League Div. 3 state final with wins over Walpole (42-28) and previously undefeated Reading (42-20), respectively. King Philip returned to the Div. 2 final with a 34-15 win over Marshfield, while Foxboro rallied to beat Hanover 14-7 in a Div. 5 state semifinal. Getting four teams from the same league in a state championship game is impressive enough. Canton nearly knocked off Duxbury in a Div. 4 quarterfinal, while Milford gave Reading all it could handle in a Div. 3 quarterfinal contest. “I think the one thing that stands in our league this year is that everyone seems to have really good senior leadership,” said North Attleboro coach Mike Strachan. “I look at our team and we’ve gotten great leadership from our captains, Ryan Bannon, Chase Frisoli, Patrick Hamilton, Lucas Crovo and Brady Paradis. “The league was very tough this year. We stubbed our toe against Canton and Foxboro and it made us realize you better be ready to play every game. It’s hard to get (to the finals), there were some trials and tribulations, but I’m happy for our kids and the other teams in our league who got here.” Mansfield coach Mike Redding has seen the league put out some powerhouse teams in his 35-plus years at the helm. He is grateful that the new statewide playoff system provides leagues like the Hockomock more of an opportunity to strut their stuff in the postseason. “I go back to 1990 when Canton, Foxboro and North Attleboro were three of the best teams in the state. They beat each other up but because of the old (playoff) system, only one would go,” said Redding, who will be gunning for his 300th win on Thanksgiving against Foxboro. “The new system is better for our league as we now have 8-9 quality teams capable of qualifying. “The league is really tough right now. The coaches are so good that nothing comes easy. The kids work hard, you don’t take anything for granted and we wind up being better prepared for the playoffs.” The poster child for football excellence in the Hockomock League these days is King Philip. The Warriors qualified for their seventh state championship game since 2016 and currently owns the state’s longest winning streak at 24. “I’ve always thought playing in the Hockomock League prepares us for the postseason,” said head coach Brian Lee, who has gone 87-15 since 2016. “If you can survive in this league, you know you are going to be ready for the tournament because most of the teams there haven’t gone through what we have been through. “Look at this year and the teams in our league. Mansfield is always consistent, North Attleboro and Foxboro have been good. Canton battled and almost beat Duxbury and Milford nearly beat Reading. Top to bottom, the competition is very good.” 1. Catholic Memorial (10-1): Not sure I wanted to be around when coach DiBiaso gave his version of the early-game “inspirational” speech. 2. King Philip (11-0): Can’t wait for the classic No. 1 vs. No. 2 matchup between King Philip and Catholic Memorial for the Division 2 title. 3. Needham (11-0): Hope no one is calling Needham a Cinderella story. This is a damned good football team that has proved their worth over two seasons. 4. Xaverian (8-3): Once again, injuries forced the Hawks into the next man up philosophy and the younger guys responded. 5. St. John’s Prep (9-2): Rest assured, the Eagles will be more than ready for Xaverian on Thanksgiving. 6. BC High (8-2): Much like their Catholic Conference brethren from Danvers, BC High will be looking to end their season on a high note on Turkey Day against Catholic Memorial. 7. Scituate (11-0): The defense was there once again against Grafton in the Div. 4 semifinals. 8. Marshfield (9-2): Rams battled but King Philip is simply too good these days. 9. Natick (8-2): A win over Framingham on Thanksgiving would give Natick a solid 9-2 season. 10. Duxbury (10-1): This might not be the most talented Dragons team, but they are second to none when it comes to getting the most out of their ability. 11. Fairhaven (10-1): What a career Justin Marques has put together and he’s not done yet. 12. Shawsheen (11-0): Big Al’s boys can certainly get after it on the defensive side of the ball. 13. Foxboro (8-3): It wasn’t easy, but the Warriors came up big at the end to earn the right to defend their Div. 5 state title. 14. North Attleboro (9-2): Red Rocketeers might have stubbed their toes twice during the regular season, but they are saving their best for last. 15. Mansfield (8-3): What a week for Mike Redding. His team gets to the state championship and he picked up win No. 299 in the process. 16. Central Catholic (6-4): Don’t be surprised to see the Raiders in the mix of things in Div. 1 next year.

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