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Singh will be installed at Human Resources Development Department, while Bohara at Province Coordination Department of the Police Headquarters, Kathmandu. Minister for Communications and Information Technology, Prithvi Subba Gurung, shared this information. He further said Nepal Rastra Bank will be assigned as a regulatory body for the businesspersons floating loans to purchase public vehicles and the Social Security Fund, while the Transport Management Department for the businesspersons purchasing vehicles and the Securities Board of Nepal for the Investment Company. The meeting also decided to renew the Agreement between Nepal and India for the Regulation of Passenger Traffic between Two Countries till November 24 next year and so will be agreement protocol. The government has decided to permit the use of national forests in different parts of the country including Sankhuwasabha, Udayapur, Dolakha, Dailekh, Kalikot and Jumla districts for the purpose of constructing towers of transmission lines. The government also allows the amendment of a related regulation on the track used by the pedestrians inside the Shivapuri National Park so that the track hereafter would be maintained from Mulkharka to Chisapani via Jhule by adding 3.5 km in the existing route. The revised execution details of the OPMCM were endorsed by the meeting, according to Minister Subba. The government decided to table the Bill designed to establish and manage Nepal Aviation Service Authority-2081 in the federal parliament. Likewise, the Cabinet decided to give permission to handover Pokhariya Hospital, Parsa, to Madhes Province Hospital by upgrading it to 50-bed hospital, to table Bill designed to amend and integrate laws related to Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal-2081. Permission has been granted to the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology to submit the sixth annual report of Medical Education Commission before Education, Health and Information Technology Committee of the Federal Parliament. The report of the study committee on permission for the operation of securities market will be sent to the Finance Ministry as per Cabinet decision. Similarly, Kalaiya sub-metropolis of Bara, has been allowed to acquire four dhurs of land, Budhanilakanta municipality of Kathmandu to acquire more than four ropanis of land, Barpak Sulikot rural municipality of Gorkha to acquire more than four ropanis of land, Punarbas municipality of Kanchanpur to acquire 15 katthas of land and Ekdara rural municipality of Mahottari district to acquire more than 11 katta of land. ---

Despite the seeming challenges at home, Nigerian Lawyers and Judges have, over the years, distinguished themselves, including at being Prosecutors, Judges and Chief Justices of some African countries. This chain of achievements has not yet ended. Onikepo Braithwaite and Jude Igbanoi sought out one of these rare gems who rose from the Nigerian legal sphere, Judge Chile Eboe-Osuji, the first black and African President of the International Criminal Court, seated at The Hague, Netherlands (ICC). Called to the Nigerian and Canadian Bars, Judge Eboe-Osuji is actually home-grown. He graduated from the University of Calabar, practiced in Port Harcourt before going abroad for his Masters and subsequently, his Doctorate. In 1997, Judge Eboe-Osuji started worked at the UN where he served in various capacities. It was from the UN that he was elected to serve as a Judge of the ICC in 2012. He distinguished himself and earned the confidence of his fellow Judges at the Court, and in 2018, they elected him as the 4th President of the Court where he presided over sensitive international criminal cases during his three year tenure which ended in 2018. The author of a book titled “End of Immunity”, a detailed discussion on the history of international law on immunity, Judge Eboe-Osuji shares his views on several issues, including the ICC issuing an arrest warrant in relation to crimes committed in Gaza and Ukraine Judge, kindly, give us an overview of your career and how you ended up as the 4th President of the International Criminal Court at The Hague To summarise, starting with my educational background: I received my LLB degree from the University of Calabar in 1985. Did the legal professional training course at the Nigerian Law School, and was called to the Bar in 1986. And, so, yes, I’m a member of the “notorious” Call Class of ’86. I did my National Youth Service in Port Harcourt and after that, I went to Canada two years later. I did my LLM degree at McGill University in Canada; and eventually, my PhD much, much later at the University of Amsterdam in the Netherlands. Regarding my legal work, before going to Canada, I practised law in Port Harcourt from 1986 to 1988. In Canada, I re-qualified, got called to the Bar and practised law in both Vancouver and Toronto. Come 1997, I was recruited to work at the UN International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda, as a Prosecution Counsel. I was the first Nigerian to be recruited as a Prosecutor, in an International Tribunal. Later, I also worked as a Prosecutor at the Special Court for Sierra Leone in Freetown. I eventually ended up in Geneva working as the Senior Legal Advisor to the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights. It was from that last position that I was elected to serve as a Judge of the International Criminal Court, starting in 2012 – the first Nigerian to serve as an ICC Judge. In 2018, my fellow Judges at the ICC, elected me to serve as Court’s President. That was the first and the only time, that a black person and an African served in the position. Why does it appear as if Nigerians/Africans do not play many roles in these international courts unless their springboard is from outside Nigeria, from places such as UK, Europe, USA, Canada etc? I can’t speak to the experience of other Africans. Regarding Nigerians, however, I will insist that a Nigerian is a Nigerian. I don’t accept the mindset of finding reasons to draw distinctions between Nigerians – “What’s her ethnic group? What’s his religion? Is she ‘home-based’ or a ‘Diasporan?” and so on. Nigerians are driven by one circumstance or another, to ply their trades where they do. Naturally, when the time comes to dive into the swimming pool of opportunity, you leap from springboard on which you stand. And, when I speak of swimming pool of opportunity, I must stress that these are veritable swimming pools – often infested with things that can bite you – in which you must swim well, lest you sink or drown. The more interesting question, though, should be why it is that Nigerian Lawyers don’t serve as Judges in the various international courts as frequently as Nigeria’s size commands – given a population of over 220 million people and more than 200,000 Lawyers according to certain estimates. It has been a hit-and-miss; a once-in-a-blue-moon story. The primary reason for the spotty showing, is because these positions are filled through highly competitive international elections. But, more often than not, those who nominate Nigeria’s candidates will brush aside the best candidates available – and then send forward candidates on the basis of other non-professional considerations. The candidate then goes to compete and ends up losing, because they were competing with better candidates from the other countries. And, the cycle is repeated next time. What are the core objectives of the ICC? How well would you say the court has done in achieving same? The core objective of the ICC is to be a court of last resort, which insists on accountability when international crimes – that is, aggression, genocide, crimes against humanity, and war crimes – have been committed and the national authorities with the primary jurisdiction either fail to investigate and prosecute, or fail to do so genuinely. So far, the ICC has done remarkably well, if we all keep in mind what the court was set up to do – also keeping in mind the structures of its jurisdiction. Often, people impose their own interpretations of the court’s mandate – as well as their own expectations upon the court – without having actually read the court’s statute to see what its mandate really is, and the framework that constrains what the court is permitted to do. Here, we must consider that the court can exercise jurisdiction only in any of the following circumstances: first, over nationals of member States wherever those nationals commit international crimes; second, over individuals who commit international crimes on the territory of a member State of the court, even when the State of nationality of the culprit is not a member State of the court. The court’s jurisdiction over Russian nationals for alleged crimes committed in Ukraine- and the jurisdiction over Israeli nationals for alleged crimes committed in Gaza – come under this rubric. A third way to seise the court of jurisdiction is when the UN Security Council refers a case to the ICC, regardless of the nationality of the territory or of the accused person; and it doesn’t matter that the State concerned is not a party to the Rome Statute. The record of the court’s activities, shows that it has generally done quite well in discharging its mandate. The court’s biggest image problem, comes from two primary sources. The first is that, when the court seeks to subject the leaders of a country to accountability – as it must when the occasion requires – those people invariably unleash the most ferocious propaganda campaigns against the court, regardless of the truth. The second source of image problem comes from the failings of the court’s member States, who fail to play their own parts – often due to their own political choices. In a strange, unexplained phenomenon, the court gets blamed for those failings of the States. Take for instance, arrest warrants. The court issues two arrest warrants in legally identical circumstances: one against the leader of an ally, the other against the leader of an adversary State. What often happens is that an ICC member State – or a State with interest – will cheer the court for the arrest warrant against the adversary, and then simultaneously vilify the court for the arrest warrant against the ally. We see this phenomenon in the arrest warrants against Mr Putin and Mr Netanyahu. And, the vilification is based on nothing more than political gas fire – not on the facts and the law. No one ever says, “No the facts do not support the arrest warrant”. It is always other arguments – mostly political noises. And, some gullible people end up believing the tripe. Even some of the questions in this interview, reveal the extent to which the unwary seem to believe or unintentionally relay these campaigns against the court. It is on record that the USA, UK, Russia and a few other major countries are neither members of the ICC, nor signatories to the enabling statutes, particularly the Rome Statute. This appears to lend credence to the assumption that the court was set up mainly to hound African leaders and leaders from third world countries. To what extent would you say this assumption is justified? The UK is a member State of the court. So is France, Germany, Italy, Spain and all of Western Europe. By regional distribution, there are 33 African States, 28 States from Latin America and the Caribbean, 25 from Western Europe and their kindred States (including Canada, Australia and New Zealand), 19 from the Asia-Pacific region, and 19 from Eastern Europe. All for a total of 124 States. That number is 47 States more than the 77 States that have accepted the compulsory jurisdiction of the International Court of Justice. So, the premise of concern is not borne out, when it is contended that the preferences of any State – such as US, Russia, China or India – to not ratify the Rome Statute lend credence to the argument that the ICC was set up “mainly to hound” the leaders of developing countries. But, even in itself the concern that the court “hounds” the leaders of African States is a mistaken view. For one thing, there are arrest warrants now out for the President of Russia and one of his Ministers; as well as for the Prime Minister of Israel and his former Defence Minister. These are not African leaders. Finally, I was not impressed with the concern, which was rife at some point, that the Court was too focused on Africa. The complaint was not impressive, because the argument was never that the crimes never occurred. Nor was the concern lodged from the perspective of the African victims of atrocities. No one ever pointed out one African victim of atrocities, who complained that the ICC should not be doing the cases it was doing. I remember a discussion I once had in 2018 or 2019 with a Rwandan official who complained that the ICC was “too focused on Africans.” It turned out that the official was Tutsi. I asked him whether he realised that the logic of his complaint would have meant that the Rwandan Genocide Tribunal should not have done its work, because that work was “too focused on Africans.” But, we cannot ignore the fact that the crimes we are talking about here, are crimes which Africans committed against Africans. ICC takes them up, only because the national system concerned did not investigate or prosecute. You recently authored a Book ‘End of Immunity’. Tell us briefly about the Book which we are told is a must read, and whether you agree that certain leaders are not accountable for their actions. Some have said that if an African leader did a quarter of what Netanyahu has done to the Palestinians or Putin to the Ukrainians, they would be facing sanctions by now, if not, arrest for offences like genocide and crimes against humanity. Take Charles Taylor of Liberia for example; he bagged a 50 year jail sentence for his crimes against humanity etc, while some countries are defending Netanyahu for his own atrocities. Why the double standards? Will the stronger world leaders ever be made accountable? I’m grateful to those who see my new book, End of Immunity, as a must read. A family member who is a medical doctor and a friend who is an engineer, both of whom have read the book, said very much the same thing about the book. I intentionally wrote the book in a style and language that make it accessible to everyone – and not only to Lawyers. My engineer friend told me that his copy was delivered to him at 11:30 pm and he made the “mistake” of starting to read it then – he couldn’t put it down. Regarding the subject-matter, there are some people who mistakenly think that international law had recognised immunity for Heads of State alleged to have committed international crimes. The book is an in-depth exposé of the history of international law on that question. And, it reveals that, at no point had international law ever recognised immunity for even Heads of State who are under investigation or prosecution before an international court for international crimes. Quite the contrary, at every opportunity – since 1919 – the international community had rejected such immunity. That, in a nutshell, is the central story of the book. But, it needed telling with all the historical records that demonstrate the proposition. How can we make our own Nigerian leaders accountable? It depends on the subject-matter. In relation to ordinary crimes, immunity is often provided in the Constitution of nations. Many national Constitutions – not only Nigeria’s – provide that while in office the Head of State may not be prosecuted for ordinary crimes. That privilege is exclusively reserved, for Heads of State within national law. But, for international crimes, there is no immunity for anyone including heads of State. So, any Nigerian – including the President – who is implicated in a genocide, crimes against humanity or war crimes, should expect to be tried at the ICC. There is no immunity. It is that simple. There was no ICC during the Nigerian civil war. I have no doubt at all that, had the court existed at the time, Nigeria’s leaders would have found themselves under investigation and prosecution at the ICC. There’s no doubt at all about that. So, it is important to ensure that that national experience is never repeated. Kindly, share with us a few cases which you adjudicated upon at the ICC that impacted on global diplomacy in any way. There was the Kenyan case involving Ruto and Kenyatta, even before you became President of the ICC. One matter that I adjudicated at the ICC that remains topical, was the question of immunity in relation to President Omar Al-Bashir of Sudan. I was the presiding Judge of the appellate chamber of the ICC, when the question was presented to the Appeals Chamber for the first time. The question was whether there was immunity for a Head of State in international law. Following an extensive research and analysis, we unanimously answered the question in the negative: no, there never was immunity in international law for anyone – including Heads of State – when facing charges of international crimes before an international court. There have been quite a number of complaints that the ICC since its inception in 1998, with tens of billions of Dollars , has only been able to secure very few convictions so far. What could be responsible for this state of affairs at the court? For one thing, I don’t know where the statistics of “tens of billions of dollars” comes from. You better verify the actual figure. Then again, every Lawyer knows that you don’t judge the performance of a legal system, by the number of convictions its criminal courts have rendered. I cannot not imagine how anyone could see it as a good thing, for a legal system to be renowned for a high rate of convictions. That was the hallmark of the inquisition! Some may reasonably worry about the opposite problem, in the event of a high rate of acquittals. But, an old legal aphorism may well tell us where the right mark should be. You will recall that old saying by William Gladstone, that it is better to acquit 10 guilty persons than to convict one innocent person. But, the statistics of the ICC comes nowhere close to a 10:1 ratio of verdicts in favour of acquittals. Although there have been some acquittals, there are more convictions than acquittals. Then again, I insist, that should not be the measure of justice. There are applications before the court that the Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu be arrested and tried by the court. How can this be achieved since Israel isn’t a member of the ICC? Can the sam e call for arrest be extended to Vladimir Putin, given the alleged crimes being committed in Ukraine? Does such a call for arrest bear upon the sovereignty of these countries? As I indicated earlier, the ICC has jurisdiction over nationals of its member States regardless of where those individuals commit crimes. ICC also has jurisdiction over crimes committed on the territory of its member States, even when the accused is a citizen of a State not party to the Rome Statute. It is on the latter ground, that the ICC has issued an arrest warrant in relation to crimes committed in Gaza and Ukraine. Beyond the foregoing considerations, there is an old doctrine of international law – going back to the time of the Roman Empire – to the effect that, States are entitled to punish persons or other States who violate legal norms that serve to preserve the international community or its member States. You don’t need the States being punished to give their consent, or to be members of the court doing the punishing. It was on that basis that nationals of Germany and Japan were prosecuted at the end of World War II in international courts established under legal instruments, to which Germany and Japan were not parties. The same goes for the ICC, in relation to nationals of Russia and Israel. Thank you Judge.NoneSpoken word poetry in Africa is a powerful form of expression, combining the continent's rich oral traditions with contemporary themes. This article provides a comprehensive guide to mastering this art, drawing on techniques passed down through generations of African poets. It's suitable for both beginners and those honing their craft, offering advice on how to truly capture the spirit of African spoken word poetry. Understand the roots of African poetry To truly excel in African spoken word poetry, one must grasp its deep roots in oral traditions. Storytelling, proverbs, and chants are the lifeblood of this art, mirroring the vibrant cultures and languages of the continent. These elements not only add flavor to the genre, but also provide a grounding foundation that enhances both appreciation and mastery. Embrace multilingualism The beauty of African spoken word poetry lies in its linguistic diversity. 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HOUSTON, Dec. 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Talen Energy Corporation (“Talen” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: TLN ) announced today that the Company has upsized its previously announced incremental Term Loan B credit facility from $600 million to $850 million (the “Upsize”). As previously announced, the Company has executed an agreement to repurchase at least $600 million in aggregate purchase price of shares of its outstanding common stock (the “Repurchase”) from affiliates of Rubric Capital Management LP (collectively, “Rubric”). The additional proceeds from the Upsize will be used to repurchase additional shares from Rubric in the Repurchase on the same terms as the initial sizing. 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This intersection of technology, finance, and religion has given rise to Islamic FinTech, a burgeoning sector that not only adheres to Sharia compliance but also holds the potential to serve a global audience. Understanding Islamic Finance and Sharia Compliance Islamic finance operates on principles derived from the Quran and Sunnah. At its core, it emphasizes fairness, transparency, and ethical dealings. Key principles include: Prohibition of Riba (Interest): Earning interest is strictly forbidden as it is considered exploitative. Risk Sharing: Financial transactions must involve shared risk and reward, ensuring equity among parties. Prohibition of Haram Activities: Investments must not support activities forbidden in Islam, such as gambling, alcohol production, or unethical industries. Asset-Backed Financing: Transactions must involve tangible assets to prevent speculative behavior. FinTech solutions aiming to cater to Muslim consumers must embed these principles within their operations, ensuring Sharia compliance while leveraging technological advancement The Rise of Islamic FinTech The global Islamic finance industry is valued at over $2 trillion and is projected to grow significantly. With a youthful and tech-savvy Muslim population, the demand for digital financial solutions tailored to Islamic principles is on the rise. Islamic FinTech serves this demand by integrating technology with Sharia-compliant financial practices, providing solutions that are ethical, accessible, and inclusive. Key Areas of Islamic FinTech Digital Banking: Islamic digital banks are emerging to offer services like savings, loans, and investments, all structured to comply with Sharia principles. These banks often operate without charging interest, instead using profit-and-loss sharing models. Crowdfunding Platforms: Platforms like Ethis and Blossom Finance enable individuals to invest in projects through Sharia-compliant crowdfunding. These platforms facilitate ethical investments in sectors like real estate, education, and healthcare. Blockchain and Smart Contracts: Blockchain technology ensures transparency and traceability, aligning with the Islamic finance principle of fairness. Smart contracts eliminate ambiguity in transactions, enhancing trust and compliance. Halal Investment Apps: Apps like Wahed Invest and Zoya allow users to invest in Sharia-compliant portfolios. These platforms provide tools to screen stocks and funds for compliance, making ethical investing more accessible. Insurance (Takaful): Islamic insurance operates on a cooperative model where participants contribute to a shared pool to cover risks. Digital Takaful platforms streamline this process, making it more efficient and user-friendly. Challenges in Islamic FinTech Despite its potential, Islamic FinTech faces several challenges that must be addressed for sustainable growth: Standardization of Sharia Compliance: Islamic jurisprudence varies across regions, leading to differing interpretations of what constitutes Sharia compliance. This lack of standardization poses challenges for FinTech companies aiming to scale globally. Limited Awareness: Many potential users are unaware of Islamic FinTech solutions or their benefits. Educating consumers about these offerings is crucial to driving adoption. Regulatory Hurdles: FinTech operates in a heavily regulated space, and integrating Sharia compliance adds another layer of complexity. Governments and regulatory bodies must create frameworks that support Islamic FinTech. Integration with Legacy Systems: Traditional financial institutions may resist integrating with Islamic FinTech solutions, viewing them as competition rather than complementary offerings. Innovations Driving Growth The Islamic FinTech sector is not merely adapting existing technologies; it is also pioneering innovations to address unique challenges: AI and Machine Learning: These technologies are used to analyze financial data and ensure compliance with Sharia principles. For instance, AI-powered tools can screen investments for compliance more efficiently than manual processes. Decentralized Finance (DeFi): DeFi platforms are being adapted to Sharia principles, enabling decentralized and transparent financial services without the need for intermediaries. Gamification: To engage younger users, Islamic FinTech platforms are incorporating gamification elements, making financial education and management more interactive and appealing. The Role of Governments and Regulators For Islamic FinTech to thrive, governments and regulators must play a proactive role. This includes: Developing Clear Guidelines: Creating standardized frameworks for Sharia compliance in FinTech. Encouraging Collaboration: Facilitating partnerships between traditional financial institutions and FinTech startups. Promoting Financial Inclusion: Supporting initiatives that make Islamic financial services accessible to underserved populations. The Global Appeal of Islamic FinTech While Islamic FinTech primarily targets Muslim consumers, its ethical foundation has universal appeal. Islamic FinTech’s focus on fairness, transparency, and ethical investing resonates with a broader audience. Non-Muslim consumers seeking ethical financial solutions are also drawn to these offerings, expanding the market potential. Case Studies Wahed Invest: A New York-based Halal investment platform, Wahed Invest offers automated investment services in Sharia-compliant portfolios. The platform has gained global recognition for its user-friendly approach and commitment to ethical investing. Ethis: This crowdfunding platform connects investors with ethical projects, particularly in real estate and community development. By focusing on transparency and impact, Ethis has attracted both Muslim and non-Muslim investors. Al Baraka Banking Group: A pioneer in Islamic digital banking, Al Baraka has launched various initiatives to integrate FinTech solutions with traditional banking, offering seamless and compliant services to its customers. The Future of Islamic FinTech The Islamic FinTech sector is poised for exponential growth. Key trends shaping its future include: Increased Collaboration: Partnerships between Islamic financial institutions and tech companies will drive innovation and scalability. Global Expansion: With increasing awareness, Islamic FinTech platforms are expanding beyond Muslim-majority countries, targeting regions with significant Muslim populations like Europe, North America, and Africa. 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turned on the style to revive the Spanish giant's faltering Champions League title defense on Tuesday. Galacticos all scored in a thrilling 3-2 win at Italian league leader Atalanta. But Madrid still had to ride its luck as Mateo Retegui fired over from in front of goal in stoppage time when handed a golden chance to level the game. It was only and leaves the 15-time champion in the unseeded playoff positions in 18th place. scored his but then exited Real Madrid's 3-2 win at Atalanta on Tuesday with an apparent physical issue. The France striker used an expert control with his left foot to gather a pass from Brahim Diaz then quickly darted past a defender and unleashed a shot with his right foot into the far corner to put Madrid ahead 1-0 10 minutes in. At 25 years and 356 days, Mbappé is the second-youngest player to reach the 50-goal mark after Lionel Messi, who was 24 and 284 days when he got to 50 in 2012. Mbappé reached the milestone in 79 matches - the fourth fastest after Ruud van Nistelrooy (62 games), Messi (66), and Robert Lewandowski (77). Cristiano Ronaldo leads the all-time Champions League scoring list with 140 goals and Messi is next with 129. . He was replaced by Rodrygo.NoneGrijalva, whose district runs from the west side of Tucson through Nogales and Douglas and into parts of Yuma, made no mention Monday of the bid announced last month by U.S. Rep. Jared Huffman to challenge him for the ranking member status. The California Democrat, in angling for the post, said the return of Republican Donald Trump to the White House will have implications for the environment, energy production and federal land management. “Effective committee work led by our ranking members will be critical to limiting the damage from Trump’s Project 2025 agenda,’’ Huffman, 60, said in a written statement. He said it will be necessary to advance the Democrats’ agenda and to draw “contrasts that enable Democrats to reclaim the House majority in 2026 or sooner.’’ Grijalva did acknowledge, at least indirectly, the political change in Washington. “I will continue to focus on improving my health, strengthening my mobility, and serving my district in what is likely to be a time of unprecedented challenge for our community,’’ he said. He plans to serve his full term as a rank-and-file member of the committee, a spokeswoman said. Rep. Raúl Grijalva, D-Ariz., leaves a meeting of House Democrats on Capitol Hill on Nov. 19, 2024, in Washington. Grijalva, who has represented Tucson in Congress since 2002, first became the committee’s ranking Democrat in 2015. Four years later, when Democrats took control of the House, he became chairman, a position he held until the Republicans reclaimed control after the 2022 election. During that period of Democratic control he helped shepherd through two key pieces of President Joe Biden’s agenda: the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and the Inflation Reduction Act. They have been hailed at the largest investments in climate and clean energy in U.S. history. Grijalva also is known for picking at least one fight with Trump, at least indirectly. In 2022, Grijalva, as chairman of the panel, asked the U.S. Justice Department to investigate whether former Interior Secretary David Bernhardt, an appointee of Trump during his first term, had used his position to get the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to change its position and agree to give permits to El Dorado Holdings to build the proposed Villages at Vigneto on a 12,000-acre site in the Benson area. Grijalva said at the time that it appeared to be a case of “pay-to-play .’’ The committee’s own investigation showed that developer Mike Ingram and others had given nearly a quarter of a million dollars to the Trump Victory Fund and the Republican National Committee, he said. The congressman credited the reporting of Tony Davis of the Arizona Daily Star, who interviewed a now-retired federal official who said he bowed to political pressure from a superior. Steve Spangle, who was a top official at the Fish and Wildlife Service in Phoenix, said the pressure caused him to reverse his position about the need for a detailed biological analysis of the effect of putting 28,000 homes on endangered species at the site. He told Davis, “I got rolled.’’ The Justice Department never disclosed what happened to that criminal investigation. But the project, opposed by various environmental groups, remains unbuilt. Grijalva, in his statement Monday, acknowledged he had not planned to give up his position. He thanked colleagues, tribal nations and environmental groups for supporting him. For his part, Huffman praised Grijalva as a “friend and ally’’ on the committee. “Working alongside him, I’ve seen his grit, determination, and passion for protecting our nation’s treasured natural resources, and his iron-clad commitment to lifting up frontline and indigenous communities,’’ the California lawmaker said. “Future generations will benefit from all that he has fought for and accomplished during his remarkable career,’’ the statement said. “Rep. Grijalva leaves big shoes to fill, and I will now dedicate myself to building on his legacy of principled and productive leadership as Ranking Member of the Natural Resources Committee.’’ Other accomplishments during Grijalva’s leadership listed on the Democratic committee members’ website include: Most recently, Grijalva has been asking the U.S. Air Force to take another look at its plans for new low-level training flights — some supersonic — above several large swaths of Arizona. Grijalva, in an October letter to the Air Force , said there is a “lack of transparency’’ in how it prepared its draft environmental impact statement. Howard Fischer is a veteran journalist who has been reporting since 1970 and covering state politics and the Legislature since 1982. Follow him on X, formerly known as Twitter, Bluesky , and Threads at @azcapmedia or email azcapmedia@gmail.com . Subscribe to stay connected to Tucson. 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$5.55 million in new funding helps Crossnore go statewide with foster-care reunion initiativeGROVE CITY, Pa., Nov. 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fast Casual Concepts, Inc. FCCI ("Company") announces it is acquiring 100% of CK Distribution . CK Distribution is a wholesale and retail distributor of nonalcoholic mixers throughout the State of Florida. The acquisition is the first step towards a new business direction of Fast Casual Concepts, Inc. Prior to this acquisition, the Company underwent a 1 for 4 reverse stock split and the total remaining common shares outstanding are 26,112,754. Management intends to provide the shareholders with the best opportunities possible and the board of directors believes that this acquisition will position the Company well for future growth and opportunity. George Athanasiadis, CEO of Fast Casual Concepts, Inc. stated, "This acquisition is an exciting new opportunity, and I believe we have an opportunity for rapid growth in a very lucrative market." About CK Distribution: CK Distribution sells nonalcoholic mixers through wholesale and retail channels. Some of CK Distributions' products can be found at www.7sinsmixes.com . Forward-Looking Statements: This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Except for historical matters contained herein, statements made in this press release are forward-looking statements. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, words such as "may", "will", "to", "plan", "expect", "believe", "anticipate", "intend", "could", "would", "estimate," or "continue", or the negative other variations thereof or comparable terminology are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risk, uncertainties and other factors which may cause our actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Also, forward-looking statements represent our management's beliefs and assumptions only as of the date hereof. Additional information regarding the factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from these forward-looking statements is available in the Company's filings with OTC Markets. Except as required by law, we assume no obligation to update these forward-looking statements publicly or to update the reasons actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements, even if new information becomes available in the future. Contact: Office Administrator +1 727-692-3348 info@fastcasualconceptsinc.com fastcasualconceptsinc.com A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/02bf8f3e-0b1a-4d39-8d56-2412ac31e9de © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.