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OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — Fresh off one of its best showings of the season, the Baltimore defense now has another problem to worry about. Roquan Smith missed practice again Friday because of a hamstring injury. Although the Ravens didn't officially rule him or anyone else out — they don't play until Monday night — the All-Pro linebacker's status seems dicey. “Definitely it will be a challenge if Roquan can’t go,” defensive coordinator Zach Orr said. “We’re holding out hope and everything like that. I think it’ll just be by committee. Not one person is going to replace Roquan. Roquan’s an every-down linebacker.” Although the Ravens lost 18-16 last weekend, Baltimore didn't allow a touchdown. That was an encouraging sign for a team that ranks 26th in the league in total defense. Baltimore is on the road Monday against the Los Angeles Chargers. The Ravens appear to have dodged one potential nightmare. Star safety Kyle Hamilton injured an ankle against Cincinnati on Nov. 7, but he was able to play almost every defensive snap the following week against Pittsburgh. But Smith was injured in that game and didn't practice Thursday or Friday. Linebacker Malik Harrison had a season high in tackles last weekend and figures to have a significant role if Smith can't go. “We tell these guys, ‘You’re one play away to going in there — you never know, so you got to stay ready.’ Malik — he was ready,” Orr said. “I thought he went in there and did a good job, especially after the first series, he settled down. That’s what we expect from him.” It's hard to tell whether last week can be a significant turning point for Baltimore's defense. The Ravens allowed only 10 points in a dominant win over Buffalo in Week 4, then yielded 38 against Cincinnati the following game. After allowing 10 against Denver, the Ravens were picked apart by the Bengals again a few days later. So they still haven't shown they can play a good game defensively and then build on it. “I think it’s easier said than done. It’s something that we kind of got caught up saying against Buffalo and then coming up the next week and not doing," Hamilton said. "We’re aware of it now and know that we played a good game, but I think we can get a lot better, and I think that’s kind of the mindset everybody on defense has right now.” Hamilton's ability to make a difference all over the field is part of what makes him valuable, but positioning him deep is one way the Ravens can try to guard against big passing plays. Pittsburgh's Russell Wilson threw for only 205 yards against Baltimore. That's after Joe Burrow passed for 428 and four touchdowns in the Ravens' previous game. “I’ve always seen myself as a safety. A versatile one, but at the end of the day, I think I play safety,” Hamilton said. “If I’m asked to go play safety, I feel like that’s not an issue for me to play safety if I’m a safety.” NOTES: In addition to Smith, WR Rashod Bateman (knee), DT Travis Jones (ankle), S Sanoussi Kane (ankle) C Tyler Linderbaum (back) and CB Arthur Maulet (calf) missed practice Friday. WR Nelson Agholor (illness) returned to full participation after missing Thursday's practice. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFLWhile the efforts to combat account sharing and piracy are understandable from a business perspective, the implementation of restrictive policies has led to backlash from consumers. Many users argue that the value proposition of streaming services diminishes when they are unable to enjoy the flexibility of accessing content on their preferred devices. The growing discontent among subscribers highlights the importance of striking a balance between protecting the interests of the platforms and meeting the expectations of the users.João Pedro escapes red as Brighton’s winless run continues in goalless draw

WASHINGTON (AP) — FBI Director Christopher Wray told bureau workers Wednesday he plans to resign at the end of President Joe Biden's term in January, an announcement that came a week and a half after President-elect Donald Trump said he would nominate loyalist Kash Patel for the job. Wray said at a town hall meeting that he would be stepping down “after weeks of careful thought,” roughly three years short of the completion of a 10-year term during which he tried to keep the FBI out of politics even as the bureau found itself entangled in a string of explosive investigations, including two that led to separate indictments of Trump last year. Wray’s intended resignation was not unexpected considering that Trump had settled on Patel to be director and had repeatedly aired his ire at Wray, including in a television interview broadcast Sunday. But his departure is nonetheless a reflection of how Trump's norm-breaking style has reshaped Washington, with the president-elect yet again flouting tradition by moving to replace an FBI director before his term was up and Wray — by resigning before he could be fired — opting to avert a collision with the incoming Trump administration that he said would have plunged the FBI into political fighting. “My goal is to keep the focus on our mission — the indispensable work you’re doing on behalf of the American people every day,” Wray told agency employees. "In my view, this is the best way to avoid dragging the bureau deeper into the fray, while reinforcing the values and principles that are so important to how we do our work.” The resignation would clear the way for Patel's ascension, assuming he is confirmed by the Senate. A White House staffer during Trump's first term, Patel has insisted that the federal government should be rid of “conspirators” against Trump. The comments have stirred alarm that he could seek to use the FBI for retribution against perceived enemies despite longstanding guardrails meant to ensure investigations have a proper basis. It's extremely rare for FBI directors to be ousted from their jobs before the completion of their 10-year terms, a length meant to insulate the agency from the political influence of changing administrations. But Trump has done it twice, placing Wray in the job in 2017 after firing Director James Comey amid an investigation into ties between Russia and the Republican president’s campaign. Despite having appointed Wray, Trump had telegraphed his anger with the FBI director on multiple occasions. Trump said in the recent interview with NBC’s “Meet the Press” that “I can’t say I’m thrilled with him. He invaded my home,” a reference to the FBI search of his Florida property , Mar-a-Lago, two years ago for classified documents from Trump’s first term as president. That search, and the recovery of boxes of sensitive government records, paved the way for one of two federal indictments against Trump. The case, and another one charging him with plotting to overturn the 2020 election, have both been dismissed. Trump applauded the resignation news on social media, calling it “a great day for America as it will end the Weaponization of what has become known as the United States Department of Injustice.” and complaining anew about the Mar-a-Lago search. Attorney General Merrick Garland, meanwhile, praised Wray for having “served our country honorably and with integrity for decades.” He said: “Under Director Wray’s principled leadership, the FBI has worked to fulfill the Justice Department’s mission to keep our country safe, protect civil rights, and uphold the rule of law.” Natalie Bara, the president of the FBI Agents Association. said in a statement Wray had led the FBI “through challenging times with a steady focus on doing the work that keeps our country safe. ” Throughout his seven years on the job, Wray brought a workmanlike approach to the job, repeatedly preaching a “keep calm and tackle hard” mantra to bureau personnel despite a steady drumbeat of attacks from Trump and his supporters. In fact, Wray was quick to distance himself and his leadership team from the FBI’s Russia investigation that was well underway when he took office. On the same day of a harshly critical inspector general report on that inquiry, Wray announced more than 40 corrective actions to the FBI’s process for applying for warrants for secret national security surveillance. He said mistakes made during the Russia inquiry were unacceptable and he helped tighten controls for investigations into candidates for federal office. FBI officials actively trumpeted those changes to make clear that Wray’s leadership had ushered in a different era at the bureau. Even then, though, Wray’s criticism of the investigation was occasionally measured — he did not agree, for instance, with Trump’s characterization of it as a “witch hunt” — and there were other instances, particularly in response to specific questions, when he memorably broke with the White House. In 2020, he said that there was “no indication” that Ukraine had interfered in the 2016 election, countering a frequent talking point at the time from Trump. When the Trump White House blessed the declassification of materials related to the surveillance of a former Trump campaign aide, Wray made known his displeasure. Wray also angered Trump for saying that antifa was a movement and an ideology but not an organization. Trump had said he would like to designate the group as a terrorist organization. Then came the FBI's Mar-a-Lago search, which officials defended as necessary given the boxes of documents that were being concealed at the Palm Beach property and the evidence of obstruction that the Justice Department said had been gathered. Trump railed against the FBI over that action and has kept up his criticism ever since, including after Wray said at a congressional hearing last summer that there was “some question about whether or not it’s a bullet or shrapnel” that struck Trump's ear during an assassination attempt in Pennsylvania in July. The FBI later stated unequivocally that it was indeed a bullet. Before being named FBI director, Wray worked at a prestigious law firm, King & Spalding, where he represented former Gov. Chris Christie, R-N.J., during the “Bridgegate” affair. He also led the Justice Department’s criminal division for a period during President George W. Bush’s administration.

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Should the U.S. increase immigration levels for highly skilled workers?ST. LOUIS — Illinois' Kasparas Jakucionis showed why his NBA Draft stock is so high. The freshman guard knocked down a jumper with 28 seconds to play to give Illinois the lead and the Illini hung on for an 80-77 win over Mizzou, their second straight Braggin' Rights victory. Jacob Crews missed a potential tying 3-pointer in the closing seconds and the teams exited the floor without the traditional postgame handshake line after some shouting in a physical, hard-fought game. Jakucionis, who hit another tie-breaking shot with just over two minutes to play, that one a 3-pointer, finished with 21 points to lead Illinois. Tony Perkins and Mark Mitchell had 18 to lead Mizzou. Tamar Bates added 17 in a physical game that featured 43 fouls. Mizzou falls to 10-2. Illinois improves to 8-3. Kasparas Jakucionis' 3 gives Illinois a late lead. 2:03, second half: Kasparas Jakucionis knocked down a 3-pointer with 2:03 left after Mizzou had tied it. Illinois leads 75-72. Mizzou retakes then loses lead 3:57, second half: After Trent Pierce's layup gave Mizzou its first lead of the second half, he immediately committed a foul and allowed Tre White to score on the play as the Illini retook the lead. White has a free throw after the TV timeout. There have been 37 fouls in the game. Mizzou's Anthony Robinson II and Illinois' Morez Johnson each have four fouls. Mizzou on a run 5:27, second half: Jacob Crews knocked down a 3-pointer, just Mizzou's second of the day, to cap a 7-0 Tigers run. Illinois calls timeout. Mizzou sticking around 7:55, second half: Illinois leads 61-57 and has two free throws after the TV timeout. Mark Mitchell and Tamar Bates have been asserting themselves for Mizzou. Mitchell has three baskets in the last few minutes. Official attendance is 18,497, the largest since 2017, which was before Enterprise Center underwent renovations that lowered capacity. Mizzou mini-run stems the tide 11:51, second half: Four straight Mizzou points have trimmed the Tigers' deficit to 51-48, but Illinois has two free throws upcoming after the TV timeout. Mizzou has made only one 3-pointer on seven tries. Mizzou calls timeout after Illinois goes up 7 13:08, second half: Illinois is up 51-44 after a transition bucket by Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn forces a Mizzou timeout. Both teams will be in the bonus the rest of the way. The foul issues could eventually benefit Mizzou. The Tigers play their bench more than just about anybody in the country (45.5%), while that's not a strength for Illinois (28.9%). Mizzou's Tamar Bates has already matched his first-half scoring with four second-half points. Game is getting more physical 15:11, second half: Things are getting heated to start the second. Illinois leads 45-38 with two Mizzou free throws upcoming. Mizzou coach Dennis Gates picked up a technical a moment ago after a physical sequence didn't go the Tigers' way. Tamar Bates just drew a foul, Illinois' sixth of the half. He'll have two free throws after the TV timeout. So Mizzou's attacking style may pay off if they keep attacking, since they'll be in the bonus the rest of the way. Tony Perkins and Anthony Robinson II each picked up their third fouls in the opening minute of the second half but stayed in the game. Morez Johnson, Tomislav Ivisic and Tre White each have three fouls for Illinois. Last-second Illini putback before halftime is no good Halftime: Illinois leads 37-32 at the half after a last-second putback by Morez Johnson Jr. was disallowed. Even without that bucket, Illinois has nine second-chance points to one for Mizzou. Illinois has a 23-9 edge on the boards, which is obviously something coach Dennis Gates will have to address in the locker room at halftime. Tamar Bates, Mizzou's leading scorer entering the game, has just four points and has taken only three shots. Kasparas Jakucionis leads Illinois with 10 points, and Tre White has eight. For Mizzou, Mark Mitchell has 13 and Tony Perkins six. Illinois has led for 11:15 of the first half and Mizzou has had the lead for 5:47. Foul troubles: Half of the teams' combined 10 starters have two fouls. For Mizzou, Tony Perkins and Anthony Robinson II each have two fouls. Illinois' Tomislav Ivisic, Ben Humrichous and Tre White each have two. Illinois retakes lead after Mizzou's surge 2:47, first half: This is starting to look like the type of Braggin' Rights game we've come to expect. A lot of back-and-forth action keeping fans standing. Illinois has retaken the lead, 30-28, with a 6-0 run after a Mizzou push powered by Mark Mitchell and Tony Perkins. Two Illinois starters, Tomislav Ivisic and Ben Humrichous, picked up their second fouls in recent minutes. Mizzou's Tony Perkins also picked up his second, teammate Anthony Robinson II with two. Illinois now has seven offensive rebounds to Mizzou's one. Anthony Robinson II sits with two fouls for Mizzou 7:05, first half: Marques Warrick hit Mizzou's first 3-pointer of the day, on its fourth try. Mizzou starting point guard Anthony Robinson II picked up his second foul and is sitting. The Tigers fans were not happy with the call. Illinois leads 24-19. The Illini are dominating on the boards 15-7 and has five offensive boards to Mizzou's one. Illinois on a bit of a run 11:33, first half: Kasparas Jakucionis has six points to lead Illinois, as the Illini have a 16-12 lead at the second TV timeout. Illinois is outscoring Mizzou 14-5 after a hot Mizzou start, mainly on the strength of Illinois' 3-point shooting (4-of-6). Mizzou has missed both of its 3-point tries. The Tigers have been far more interior focused in their attack. Mizzou's Mark Mitchell attacking Ben Humrichous 15:54, first half: Mizzou's Mark Mitchell is going after Illinois' Ben Humrichous. Five of the Tigers' seven points have come from Mitchell as Humrichous on defense. Mitchell has also drawn a foul on Humrichous. The teams are tied at 7 at the first media timeout. Three different players have scored for Illinois. No surprises in the starting lineups 12 p.m.: The starting lineups are in, and they are as expected. Mizzou starts guards Anthony Robinson II, Tony Perkins and Tamar Bates, forward Mark Mitchell and center Josh Gray. Illinois starts guards Kasparas Jakucionis, Kylan Boswell and Tre White along with forward Ben Humrichous and center Tomislav Ivisic. Braggin' Rights is back in St. Louis 11:50 a.m.: The Mizzou Tigers (10-1), winners of 10 straight, put their streak on the line Sunday at noon as they face the Illinois Fighting Illini (7-3) at Enterprise Center. Illinois won last year's meeting 97-73, and the last three games in the series have all been blowouts. This year, the teams look evenly matched. Mizzou guard Caleb Grill went through warmups, but his status for the game is unclear. He is dealing with a neck injury hasn't played since Nov. 27. The game airs on ESPN.Reflecting on the legacy of Dr Manmohan Singh is daunting. I knew him even before he joined the government, mainly from 1971. Anecdotes, nostalgia, and a combination of thoughts over multiple meetings in multiple countries and context overwhelm me. ET Year-end Special Reads Two sectors that rose on India's business horizon in 2024 2025 outlook: Is it time for cautious optimism or rekindling animal spirits? 2024: Govt moves ahead with simultaneous polls plan; India holds largest democratic exercise When he joined the Ministry of Commerce in 1971, India was an overregulated economy, with growing controls on imports and exports in total disregard of competitive market efficiency, much less factor advantage. While he felt that this would be retrograde to India's future, the geopolitical realities at the time and our relationship with the Soviet Union did not permit us to make any significant changes. Shortly thereafter as Economic Adviser he had begun to witness the incipient signs of change. As finance minister, he was happy to have me as Joint Secretary in the Department of Economic Affairs and handling the negotiations with the IMF and World Bank. 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He never allowed his high office to come in the way of fulfilling his responsibilities. We met again in Parliament when he had assumed the high office of Prime Minister. In sharp contrast to his tenure as finance minister, he had to focus on securing consensus both within the Congress and among allied parties. The low-hanging fruits of reform had been secured, and the remaining ones required much greater calibration and consensus-building. As Prime Minister, the audaciousness with which he pursued the nuclear deal with the US stands out very sharply. This effort to improve India's dynamics with the superpower was laudable. He was building on the achievements of high GDP growth following Vajpayee's reforms as well as a nuke explosion. In fact, the nuclear deal was part of his vision to make India an attractive investment destination, no matter what was at stake for the future of the government. 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With their outstanding performances on the international stage, they have solidified their position at the top, showcasing their dominance and prowess in the sport.Some tech industry leaders are pushing the incoming Trump administration to increase visas for highly skilled workers from other nations. Related Articles National Politics | Trump threat to immigrant health care tempered by economic hopes National Politics | In states that ban abortion, social safety net programs often fail families National Politics | Court rules Georgia lawmakers can subpoena Fani Willis for information related to her Trump case National Politics | New 2025 laws hit hot topics from AI in movies to rapid-fire guns National Politics | Trump has pressed for voting changes. GOP majorities in Congress will try to make that happen The heart of the argument is, for America to remain competitive, the country needs to expand the number of skilled visas it gives out. The previous Trump administration did not increase the skilled visa program, instead clamping down on visas for students and educated workers, increasing denial rates. Not everyone in corporate America thinks the skilled worker program is great. Former workers at IT company Cognizant recently won a federal class-action lawsuit that said the company favored Indian employees over Americans from 2013 to 2022. A Bloomberg investigation found Cognizant, and other similar outsourcing companies, mainly used its skilled work visas for lower-level positions. Workers alleged Cognizant preferred Indian workers because they could be paid less and were more willing to accept inconvenient or less-favorable assignments. Question: Should the U.S. increase immigration levels for highly skilled workers? Caroline Freund, UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy YES: Innovation is our superpower and it relies on people. Sourcing talent from 8 billion people in the world instead of 330 million here makes sense. Nearly half our Fortune 500 companies were founded by immigrants or their children. Growing them also relies on expanding our skilled workforce. The cap on skilled-worker visas has hardly changed since the computer age started. With AI on the horizon, attracting and building talent is more important than ever. Kelly Cunningham, San Diego Institute for Economic Research YES: After years of openly allowing millions of undocumented entrants into the country, why is there controversy over legally increasing somewhat the number having desirable skills? Undocumented immigration significantly impacts lower skill level jobs and wages competing with domestic workers at every skill level. Why should special cases be made against those having higher skills? Could they just not walk across the border anyway, why make it more inconvenient to those with desirable skills? James Hamilton, UC San Diego YES: Knowledge and technology are key drivers of the U.S. economy. Students come from all over the world to learn at U.S. universities, and their spending contributed $50 billion to U.S. exports last year. Technological advantage is what keeps us ahead of the rest of the world. Highly skilled immigrants contribute much more in taxes than they receive in public benefits. The skills immigrants bring to America can make us all better off. Norm Miller, University of San Diego YES: According to Forbes, the majority of billion-dollar startups were founded by foreigners. I’ve interviewed dozens of data analysts and programmers from Berkeley, UCSD, USD and a few other schools and 75% of them are foreign. There simply are not enough American graduates to fill the AI and data mining related jobs now exploding in the U.S. If we wish to remain a competitive economy, we need highly skilled and bright immigrants to come here and stay. David Ely, San Diego State University YES: Being able to employ highly skilled workers from a larger pool of candidates would strengthen the competitiveness of U.S. companies by increasing their capacity to perform research and innovate. This would boost the country’s economic output. Skilled workers from other nations that cannot remain in the U.S. will find jobs working for foreign rivals. The demand for H-1B visas far exceeds the current cap of 85,000, demonstrating a need to modify this program. Phil Blair, Manpower YES: Every country needs skilled workers, at all levels, to grow its economy. We should take advantage of the opportunity these workers provide our employers who need these skills. It should be blended into our immigration policies allowing for both short and long term visas. Gary London, London Moeder Advisors YES: San Diego is a premiere example of how highly skilled workers from around the globe enrich a community and its regional economy. Of course Visa levels need to be increased. But let’s go further. Tie visas and immigration with a provision that those who are admitted and educated at a U.S. university be incentivized, or even required, to be employed in the U.S. in exchange for their admittance. Bob Rauch, R.A. Rauch & Associates NO: While attracting high-skilled immigrants can fill critical gaps in sectors like technology, health care and advanced manufacturing, increasing high-skilled immigration could displace American workers and drive down wages in certain industries. There are already many qualified American workers available for some of these jobs. We should balance the need for specialized skills with the impact on the domestic workforce. I believe we can begin to increase the number of visas after a careful review of abuse. Austin Neudecker, Weave Growth YES: We should expand skilled visas to drive innovation and economic growth. Individuals who perform high-skilled work in labor-restricted industries or graduate from respected colleges with relevant degrees should be prioritized for naturalization. We depend on immigration for GDP growth, tax revenue, research, and so much more. Despite the abhorrent rhetoric and curtailing of visas in the first term, I hope the incoming administration can be persuaded to enact positive changes to a clearly flawed system. Chris Van Gorder, Scripps Health YES: But it should be based upon need, not politics. There are several industries that have or could have skilled workforce shortages, especially if the next administration tightens immigration as promised and expected. Over the years, there have been nursing shortages that have been met partially by trained and skilled nurses from other countries. The physician shortage is expected to get worse in the years to come. So, this visa program may very well be needed. Jamie Moraga, Franklin Revere NO: While skilled immigration could boost our economy and competitiveness, the U.S. should prioritize developing our domestic workforce. Hiring foreign nationals in sensitive industries or government-related work, especially in advanced technology or defense, raises security concerns. A balanced approach could involve targeted increases in non-sensitive high-demand fields coupled with investment in domestic STEM education and training programs. This could address immediate needs while strengthening the long-term STEM capabilities of the American workforce. Not participating this week: Alan Gin, University of San DiegoHaney Hong, San Diego County Taxpayers AssociationRay Major, economist Have an idea for an Econometer question? Email me at phillip.molnar@sduniontribune.com . Follow me on Threads: @phillip020

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Oklahoma State running back Ollie Gordon will forgo his senior year and enter the 2025 NFL Draft , he announced Friday. The 2023 Doak Walker Award winner is considered one of the top running back prospects in the upcoming draft. "From day one, I knew I was in the right place," Gordon wrote on social media. "The love, support, and family I've gained here will always be a part of me. ... Now, it's time to take the next step in living out my dream. I'm excited to announce that 1 am officially declaring for the 2025 NFL Draft. Thank you, OSU, for everything." Gordon started the year as CBS Sports Preseason All-American after rushing for 1,732 yards (6.1 yards per carry) and 21 touchdowns during his sophomore season. However, both Gordon and Oklahoma State suffered disappointing seasons in 2024. The junior managed just 880 yards on 4.6 yards per attempt as the Cowboys finished with a disappointing 3-9 record. Gordon finished his college career with 2,920 yards and 36 touchdowns on the ground. He also caught 80 passes for 585 yards and four touchdowns. Gordon ranks as the No. 59 overall draft prospect and the No. 5 running back in his class, according to CBS Sports. He sits behind Boise State's Ashton Jeanty , Ohio State's Quinshon Judkins , North Carolina's Omarion Hampton and Michigan's Kalel Mullings . Gordon was not listed as a first-round pick in any of CBS Sports' recent mock drafts. What it means for Oklahoma State Gordon declaring for the draft is a huge loss for Oklahoma State. The upcoming running back class is loaded with future talent, and it seemed like a possibility that Gordon could return to school for a chance to repair his draft stock. The program faces uncertainty after missing out on a bowl game for the first time since 2005. The school fired its offensive and defensive coordinators earlier this week and coach Mike Gundy is reportedly in a standoff with the school over a potential contract restructure and pay cut. The next couple of weeks may determine whether the Cowboys are looking to merely bounce back or enter a total rebuild.NVIDIA's success in the tech sector is undeniable. The company's groundbreaking advancements in graphics processing units (GPUs) have revolutionized industries ranging from gaming to artificial intelligence. Its products are renowned for their performance, efficiency, and reliability, making NVIDIA a powerhouse in the semiconductor market. However, such success has also attracted regulatory attention, with antitrust authorities questioning whether NVIDIA's dominant position stifles competition and harms consumers.

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