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The NFL has announced a new Christmas tradition. Starting this year, the brand appears to be interested in hosting games over the Christmas holidays, with there being a match played on Christmas Day this Wednesday. For the first time, the NFL has partnered with Netflix as its streaming partner, marking their first collaboration in their partnership. Mariah Carey will headline the NFL Christmas Gameday Show Open: Find where to watch it here! NFL Thanksgiving 2024 schedule: Where to watch this year's football game NFL matches on Christmas While NFL matches sometimes coincide on Christmas , this marks a new moment for the NFL, who actively sought to have the matches occur on the weekday comfortably, when the viewership is expected to be large. This also marks the first time when the games will be streamed on Netflix. The partnership between the NFL and Netflix The NFL and Netflix made a $150 million deal, giving the streamer rights to broadcast Christmas games in each of the next three seasons. This year, Netflix will host two Christmas games this season, and one Christmas Day game in 2025 and 2026, taking place on Thursday and Friday. Four teams will be playing this Christmas, including the Kansas City Chiefs , Pittsburgh Steelers, Houston Texans, and the Baltimore Ravens. The league accommodated three days' rest for each team, so they all recovered equally. What does this mean for the future? The NFL and the holidays have a long history, with match days like Thanksgiving generating a lot of viewership. Last year, over 28 million people watched football games on Christmas, generating a lot of money. This year, Netflix generated $150 million from the NFL, per a CBS report . The earnings suggest that Christmas games will likely become a bigger part of our future. How to watch “NFL Christmas Gameday on Netflix” begins at 11 a.m., with a two-hour pre-show ahead of the Pittsburgh and Kansas City game. Baltimore will play in the second game.

Energy chief Granholm warns against 'unfettered exports' of liquefied natural gasBOULDER, Colo. — A 72-year-old lifelong Colorado fan with end-stage kidney failure waited to the side of the field in his wheelchair for Travis Hunter and the rest of the Buffaloes. One by one, players strolled over and signed a football for Riley Rhoades, his face lighting up with each signature. Standing close by and taking in the scene was Jeremy Bloom. He's become a wish facilitator for older adults. Bloom, the former Colorado wide receiver and Olympic freestyle skier, started the Wish of a Lifetime foundation in 2008, which has made thousands of aspirations turn into reality for older adults. The list of granted wishes range from taking veterans back to the beaches of Normandy to helping late-in-life authors publish a book. He's staged concerts for musicians, assisted some in daredevil feats such as jumping out of an airplane and even lined up a meeting between an Olympic medalist and former President Barack Obama. For Rhoades, his wish was simply to return to Folsom Field again, the place where he used to have season tickets but hasn't attended a game since 2004. "Everybody has somebody in their life —a grandparent, friend, neighbor — at that age where you wish you had more resources to help," said Bloom, whose college career was cut short two decades ago when the NCAA denied his reinstatement to play football and still ski professionally after receiving endorsement money to fuel his Olympic dreams. "Nothing can compare to seeing someone else's eyes light up because you helped make their dream come true." The foundation is a tribute to his grandparents. But the concept began to take root when he was a teenager. He was in Japan for a World Cup freestyle skiing competition when a woman tried to hop on a crowded bus. There was no room, but everyone in front rose from their seats to make space. That stuck with him, along with seeing these acts of kindness for older adults all over Europe and Asia as he traveled. An idea formed — bring that same level of appreciation to the United States, with a wish-granting element. Bloom's organization has been a charitable affiliate of AARP since 2020. It was the yearning of Rhoades that brought the two of them to Folsom Field last weekend. Rhoades, who had season tickets at Colorado for 27 years, wanted to see the Buffaloes in person after watching the team's resurgence on television. A few years ago, Rhoades, who was born with spina bifida, was diagnosed with end-stage renal failure. Being among the 54,646 fans Saturday stirred up plenty of emotions for Rhoades, as he watched the 16th-ranked Buffaloes (8-2, 6-1 Big 12, No. 16 CFP) beat Utah. Colorado remains in the race for not only a conference title but a spot in the College Football Playoff. "It's just great to be back here again," Rhoades said as he pointed out the section where he used to watch games. "It's just ... so cool." For Bloom, the success that coach Deion Sanders has brought to the program means more reunions with teammates as they pass through town. "I've been through many years where nobody comes to visit," Bloom said. "It's fun that Boulder has become the epicenter of college football." Leading the way for Colorado this season have been quarterback Shedeur Sanders and two-way star Hunter, who's the Heisman Trophy frontrunner. But what particularly pleases Bloom is that Sanders, Hunter and the rest of college football players are able to finally profit through name, image and likeness. In his day, Bloom got caught in the NCAA crosshairs for wanting to play both sports and to have sponsors in one (skiing) so he could fund his Olympic aspirations. How time have changed. "I'm just really grateful that this generation of athletes gets to monetize their skills and ability," said Bloom, who finished sixth in moguls at the 2006 Winter Games in Italy. "It's the right thing." He's thrown his passion into fulfilling wishes such as learning ballet, riding in a Formula 1 pace car or taking a flight in a fighter jet. He's also helped reconnect families and friends, including a reunion for a trio of centenarian sisters who hadn't seen each other in more than a decade. This granted wish has stuck with Bloom: A person in Alabama wasn't able to travel after being diagnosed with end-of-life emphysema. So he asked for postcards to be sent, just to learn what made someone's town so special. He received 2,000 postcards from 26 different countries. "There's no end to the things that they've done for us in the world," Bloom said of older adults. "We're one of the organizations that reminds them that their dreams still do matter and that we still appreciate them and we cherish them." Get local news delivered to your inbox!President-elect Donald Trump says he has “always been in favor” of the H-1B visa program that imports hundreds of thousands of foreign workers, primarily from India, to take white-collar American jobs. “I’ve always liked the visas, I have always been in favor of the visas,” Trump told the New York Post of the H-1B visa program. “That’s why we have them.” “I have many H-1B visas on my properties. I’ve been a believer in H-1B,” Trump continued. “I have used it many times. It’s a great program.” The remarks come after a weeks-long online debate that has divided proponents of the H-1B visa program, mainly billionaire Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy, and other tech investors, and critics from the political right and left. For years, Breitbart News has chronicled the abuses against white-collar American professionals as a result of the H-1B visa program. There are about 650,000 H-1B visa foreign workers in the U.S. at any given moment. Americans are often laid off in the process and forced to train their foreign replacements, as highlighted by Breitbart News. Research published in the Journal of Business Ethics recently revealed that foreign H-1B visa workers are paid about 10 percent less than their American counterparts doing the same line of work. Analysis conducted in 2018 discovered that 71 percent of tech workers in Silicon Valley, California, are foreign-born, while the tech industry in the San Francisco, Oakland, and Hayward area is made up of 50 percent foreign-born tech workers. Up to 99 percent of foreign H-1B visa workers imported by the top eight outsourcing firms arrive from India. Trump, in particular, for years has been a critic of corporations abusing the H-1B visa program to hold down wages in white-collar industries by laying off American professionals only to replace them with foreign workers. In 2015, Trump’s immigration agenda laid out key reforms for the H-1B visa program to prevent such gaming of the system by corporations, Breitbart News reported at the time: [Trump] called for also increasing the prevailing wage when it comes to the issuance of H-1B visas so as to get Americans — especially Hispanics, blacks, and women — hired into corporate positions in Silicon Valley rather than foreigners. It is here where he points out that Rubio — who along with former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush is one of the two candidates in the Republican primary against Trump that the donor class is pulling for — has put forward legislation that would drastically harm American workers’ job prospects, and he’s done so on behalf of Zuckerberg and other donors. 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The move was celebrated by longtime Trump supporters who have helped represent Americans fired from their jobs and forced to train their foreign H-1B visa replacements. “Outsourcing hundreds of workers is especially detrimental in the middle of a pandemic, which has already cost millions of Americans their jobs,” a White House statement said at the time. “President Trump’s actions will help combat employers’ misuse of H-1B visas, which were never intended to replace qualified American workers with low-cost foreign labor.” Only months before, in July 2020, Trump issued the reforms, the federally-owned Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) announced an outsourcing plan whereby 200 American professionals would be laid off and made to train their foreign H-1B visa replacements. By August, Trump stepped in and fired TVA Chair Skip Thompson. He also demanded that TVA CEO Jeff Lyash cut his salary to no more than $500,000 a year after learning that he had raked in $8 million at the time of the outsourcing announcement. Most importantly, with the help of U.S. Tech Workers, Trump successfully lobbied TVA to abandon its outsourcing plan, thus saving hundreds of Americans from layoffs. John Binder is a reporter for Breitbart News. Email him at jbinder@breitbart.com. Follow him on Twitter here .

Julian Reese delivered 23 points and 11 rebounds as sluggish Maryland pulled away late in a 81-66 victory over Maryland Eastern Shore on Saturday in College Park, Md. Derik Queen provided 18 points and 14 rebounds while Ja'Kobi Gillespie added nine points and as many assists as the Terrapins (11-2) improved to 19-0 all-time against the Hawks, with all of the wins coming by double-digit margins. In the final nonconference game for both teams, the Terrapins' Selton Miguel had 10 points and Jordan Geronimo added nine off the bench. Playing for the first time in seven days, Maryland never trailed but struggled to pull away from UMES (4-12). Ketron Shaw paced Maryland Eastern Shore with 20 points and nine rebounds. Evan Johnson scored 15 points and Christopher Flippin added 14 points and six boards for the Hawks of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference, who are 0-12 against Division I schools this year. UMES kept in close in the first half as Maryland missed its first eight shots from 3-point range. The Terps held a 19-17 lead when Rodney Rice ended the drought with a corner 3 with 6:38 left in the half. About a minute later, Geronimo drained another from the same spot on the floor. In the final 53 seconds of the period, Reese wheeled inside for a three-point play, then DeShawn Harris-Smith added a buzzer-beating trey from the top of the key as Maryland took a 40-24 lead at the break. In the second half, the Hawks kept it close as Shaw continued to score in the open floor and Johnson drained a pair of 3-pointers. When Flippin made a pair of free throws with 10:08 left, he cut the Terrapins' lead to 54-48. But that's as close as the Hawks got as Maryland answered with three quick baskets. In the final 8:11, Gillespie and Miguel made 3-pointers and the duo combined on a fast break, with Gillespie feeding Miguel for a 3-point play that gave the Terrapins their biggest lead, 81-58, with 2:26 left. --Field Level MediaPhoto shows the book ‘Iban Bejalai’, written by Dr Peter M. Kedit. THIS week, I have taken the liberty to depart from the nearly formulaic manner in which I have previously critiqued contemporary issues, social and economic, and chosen instead to analyse some of the key ideas and topics of interest that have surfaced from a book entitled ‘Iban Bejalai’ that was recently published by Unimas and written by Dr Peter M. Kedit. The concept of Iban ‘bejalai’, traditionally associated with the Iban people’s migratory lifestyle and their connection to nature, has evolved significantly as the community adapts to the complexities of contemporary life, according to Kedit. Indeed, as he rightly describes at the outset, the notion of ‘bejalai’ goes back to the early longhouse days when it represented a rite of passage for young Ibans, involving travels that strengthened cultural identity while simultaneously promoting commercial and social ties. As a student of social anthropology, I should be pardoned for applying a sociological viewpoint to assess the vast corpus of anthropological work in the book by renowned anthropologist Kedit, choosing just that which I feel is suitable and relevant to Putman’s sociological framework vis-à-vis the Iban contemporary society. Essential elements The essential elements of ‘bejalai’, culture, tradition, and commercial endeavours are worth mentioning because they continue to define the adventure story, driven by monetary gain and identity advancement, though not without being influenced by changes and outside forces over time. However, ‘bejalai’ is neither a ritual nor a process that is absolute in its entirety. Times have changed, so have the character and contextual relevance of ‘bejalai’. The core of ‘bejalai’ has changed as a result of the socio-economic context being reshaped by globalisation and urbanisation, as Kedit admits. Under the changing circumstances, the Ibans have to cope with the need to navigate their identity in a world that is becoming more interconnected because it represents a dual cultural space where traditional customs and contemporary influences converge. The challenges of balancing two distinct cultural environments are aptly reflected in the Iban ‘bejalai’ long-distance migration habit. They have a history of seasonal migration, moving to neighbouring cities or countries in search of work opportunities from their rural settlements. In addition to indicating a need for financial stability, this pattern demonstrates the profound cultural interaction that occurs when people are torn between two different cultures. It might be challenging for individuals to maintain their cultural identity, while acclimating to their new surroundings since they frequently encounter contradictory societal norms, attitudes, and expectations in metropolitan environments. Dual cultural domain The passage that has been bequeathed by the ‘bejalai’ tradition is not without its undulating and sometimes repressive features. I share the view of Kedit that the dual cultural domain presents opportunities as well as difficulties for the Iban ‘bejalai’ in that on the one hand, migrants might encounter diverse lifestyles and perspectives, which can foster social mobility and improve their own cultural understanding. On the other, assimilation pressure may also weaken community ties and cultural practices, which can lead to an identity crisis for younger generations. Finding a balance between preserving their cultural heritage and assimilating into a rapidly changing socioeconomic environment is challenging. Given the shifting dynamics within the Iban social and cultural milieu, however, Kedit’s proposal to settle this dispute and eventually recreate themselves in a world that is becoming more networked seemed audacious and urban. For the Ibans, who must respect and uphold their tradition while accepting modernity, the study by Kedit indicates an open and unmapped social path. Kedit uses both qualitative and quantitative data from a mixed research style to support his claims and conclusions. When traversing numerous cultural contexts, people must carefully balance honouring their ancestors’ customs with adapting to the shifting social dynamics of modern life. This is one of the troubling concerns that have emerged from Kedit’s book. As they try to maintain the rich traditions of their culture while also adapting to the expectations of a modern society that values independence and material prosperity, the Ibans find themselves walking a tightrope. Ancestral customs’ expectations – such as social bonds, shared duties, and respect for the natural world – can occasionally conflict with the reality of urban life, where individual success and self-improvement are frequently praised. Navigating two cultures is made more difficult by preconceptions and external opinions that may marginalise local practices. For the Ibans, spreading knowledge and appreciation requires teaching people about the significance of bejalai, whether via storytelling, traditional celebrations, or educational initiatives. Transcendental journey By sharing the meanings embedded in their traditions and their experiences, they may take back control of their narratives and contribute to a broader discussion on cultural diversity and resilience. Bejalai’s journey ultimately transcends national boundaries and symbolises a multifaceted fabric of identity that is both firmly rooted in the wisdom of past generations and changes throughout time. The Christian values of promoting peace and helping others strike a strong chord with the cultural tradition of many young Ibans as they set out on their ‘bejalai’. Today’s ‘bejalai’ experience, which frequently includes travel and self-discovery, adds a spiritual component where people want to exhibit Christ-like qualities. This mixture enhances the ‘bejalai’ experience and makes them more eager to form cordial bonds within their communities. Furthermore, conversations concerning identity and cultural preservation have been sparked by the ‘bejalai’ framework’s acceptance of Christian ideals. While some elders worry that their customs may be disappearing, others welcome the chance to give their rites fresh significance. This continuous discussion illustrates the dynamic interaction between upholding cultural traditions and accepting Christian moral principles. Christianity and identity of modern Dayak Christianity has significantly shaped the psyche and identity of the modern Dayak. The religious transformation has led to a shift in communal values, emphasising notions of individual morality and community cohesion through church participation. This change is evident in how many Dayaks now prioritise education and personal development, viewing these as essential components of their new identity as Christians. However, this transformation is not without challenges; the tension between traditional Dayak beliefs and the tenets of Christianity sometimes leads to generational divides within families and communities. The elders may hold on to ancestral practices, while younger generations increasingly gravitate towards a Christian identity, which they perceive as more aligned with modern values and opportunities. And as people go through their lives with a sense of purpose derived from both tradition and religion, the incorporation of Christian principles into ‘bejalai’ reveals a significant shift in the community’s spiritual environment. Additionally, navigating two different cultural areas promotes a conversation between tradition and modernity within the Iban community. They are not only leaving their origins behind when they set out on their ‘bejalai’, whether it is through actual or virtual trips; rather, they are enhancing their cultural fabric. By combining the old with the new, the Ibans are able to reinvent themselves in a way that respects their culture and seizes the potential of the modern world. The Iban people’s inventiveness, tenacity, and dedication to preserving their traditional identity in the face of contemporary difficulties and changes are so powerfully demonstrated by the idea of ‘bejalai’. * Toman Mamora is ‘Tokoh Media Sarawak 2022’, recipient of Shell Journalism Gold Award (1996) and AZAM Best Writer Gold Award (1998). He remains true to his decades-long passion for critical writing as he seeks to gain insight into some untold stories of societal value.

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The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is facing legal heat following accusations of unlawful communication with Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM ), a leading opponent of the Biden administration’s plan to reschedule marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). Now, a judge has given both DEA and SAM until November 25 to respond. Here’s what we know. The Facts On November 20, DEA Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) John Mulrooney issued an order responding to a motion filed by cannabis organizations Village Farms International and Hemp for Victory . The motion disputes the DEA's role as a "proponent" of the rescheduling rule, alleging conflicts of interest. The motion argues that the DEA's advocacy for the rescheduling rule violates impartiality principles: “Not once in its history as an agency had DEA ever rejected an HHS scheduling recommendation. This time, however, DEA did not just disagree with HHS’s views, it opposed them so vehemently that the Attorney General had to refer the interagency dispute to the Office of Legal Counsel for resolution.” As a result, Mulrooney has set a deadline for the DEA to respond by November 25, 2024. Part of the argument is that the DEA engaged in unlawful communications with the anti-cannabis group SAM, thus indicating its bias on the cannabis issue. The plot thickened and legal tension escalated the very next day, on November 21, when Mulrooney extended the invitation for SAM to address allegations of unlawful ex parte communications with the DEA. "As such, it is herein ORDERED, that in addition to the Government, should Smart Approaches to Marijuana (and by this order only that Designated Participant) elect to respond to the Motion it may do so no later than 2:00 P.M. Eastern Time on November 25, 2024,” stated his last order, as reported Marijuana Moment. Read Also: DEA Is Compromised, DOJ Should Replace It In Cannabis Rescheduling, Claims Joint Motion The Arguments And SAM’s Alleged Role The motion, filed on November 18, claims that the DEA's actions contradict its traditional role . The groups argue that the DEA, which enforces controlled substances law, should not also be advocating for changes to that law. The motion also points out that the DEA's strong opposition to the rescheduling proposal, despite the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recommendation, raises concerns about the agency's neutrality. The involvement of SAM in this process, especially regarding alleged unlawful communications, has become a key issue in the case. That is the reason why Mulrooney has ordered both the DEA and SAM to respond to the allegations , something they have failed to do so far. Get Benzinga’s exclusive analysis and the top news about the cannabis industry and markets daily in your inbox for free. Subscribe to our newsletter here . If you’re serious about the business, you can’t afford to miss out. Legal And Political Implications As the December 2 , hearing approaches, the stakes in this legal battle continue to rise. The outcome could significantly affect cannabis policy in the United States . Cannabis advocates, researchers and veterans groups are calling for a fair and transparent process. These groups have raised concerns about the list of approved participants for the hearing, pointing out that Village Farms is the only cannabis company selected by the DEA. Additionally, despite over 42,000 public comments supporting rescheduling or delisting cannabis, the DEA's list is dominated by anti-cannabis groups. Read Next: Village Farms Is Only Cannabis Operator Selected To Represent Weed Industry At DEA Rescheduling Hearing Cover: AI Generated Image © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec 12, 2024-- E2open Parent Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: ETWO), the connected supply chain SaaS platform with the largest multi-enterprise network, today announced that it will report its fiscal third quarter 2025 financial results after the U.S. financial markets close on Thursday, January 9, 2025. E2open management will host a conference call at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on that day to discuss the financial results and other business highlights. The conference call can be accessed by dialing 888-506-0062 (domestic) or 973-528-0011 (international). The conference ID is 588291. Additionally, a live webcast of the conference call will be available in the "Investor Relations" section of the company's website at www.e2open.com . Following the conference call, a replay will be available through January 23, 2025, at 877-481-4010 (domestic) or 919-882-2331 (international). The replay passcode is 51733. 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