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Kazakh President sets out his programme of prosperity

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:42 GMT

In his state-of-the-nation address, Kazakhstan’s President, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, has set out ambitious reforms aimed at putting his country on a fresh economic trajectory. Together with a series of constitutional changes, they are intended to irreversibly transform the republic into a new and just Kazakhstan, writes Political Editor Nick Powell.President Tokayev used his speech to confirm the scale of his ambition for the Kazakh economy. “We have every opportunity for a powerful economic breakthrough; to do this, we must decisively move to a new economic model, which is led not by abstract achievements, but by a real improvement in the lives of citizens”, he said.He promised a course based on fairness, inclusiveness and pragmatism, confirming that the main emphasis would be on the accelerated development of manufacturing. There will be a particular focus on certain sectors like heavy engineering, uranium enrichment, and automotive components. Both foreign and domestic investors wi...

Dear Abby: The wedding is on hold, but the bride is apparently keeping my money

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:42 GMT

DEAR ABBY: I was invited to the wedding of my friend’s daughter. The registry requested only money to go toward a honeymoon.Related ArticlesAdvice | Dear Abby: When he thought I was dying, he revealed his role in this painful deception Advice | Dear Abby: I don’t want to hear her fantasies about the priest Advice | Dear Abby: She offered no remorse for grabbing the spotlight at the engagement party Advice | Dear Abby: My friend’s personality changed, and now she’s stalking me Advice | Dear Abby: Should I consider this my husband’s strike three? About a week before the wedding, I sent a monetary gift via their registry. The next day, I heard the wedding had been postponed indefinitely, although they are still together.I feel the right thing for them to do is to return my money, but it appears they don’t intend to do so. Should I ask for my gift to be returned? What is t...

Sale closed in San Jose: $1.8 million for a four-bedroom home

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:42 GMT

A house located in the 5700 block of Rotterdam Lane in San Jose has new owners. The 1,694-square-foot property, built in 1960, was sold on Aug. 17, 2023, for $1,800,000, or $1,063 per square foot. This single-story house provides a generous living space with its four bedrooms and two bathrooms. In addition, the house features an attached two-car garage.These nearby houses have also recently changed hands:In May 2023, a 1,385-square-foot home on Holland Lane in San Jose sold for $1,520,000, a price per square foot of $1,097. The home has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.A 1,573-square-foot home on the 5800 block of Chambertin Drive in San Jose sold in October 2022, for $1,648,000, a price per square foot of $1,048. The home has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.On Weathersfield Way, San Jose, in October 2022, a 2,302-square-foot home was sold for $1,900,000, a price per square foot of $825. The home has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.

China’s Xi will skip G20 summit in India because of downturn in relations and Premier Li Qiang will attend instead

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:42 GMT

BEIJING (AP) — China’s Xi will skip G20 summit in India because of downturn in relations and Premier Li Qiang will attend instead.Source

¿Por qué se celebra el Labor Day 2023 (Día del Trabajo) el 4 de septiembre en Estados Unidos? ¿Cuál es su origen y significado?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:42 GMT

(CNN) —  Este es un vistazo a la conmemoración del Día del Trabajo, conocido también como Labor Day, una festividad nacional que se celebra en Estados Unidos y Puerto Rico para honrar a los trabajadores. En 2023, el Día del Trabajo es el 4 de septiembre.DatosEl Día del Trabajo se celebra el primer lunes de septiembre.En muchos otros países, el Día de los trabajadores (1 de mayo) es el día en que se honra a los trabajadores. La mayor parte de Europa celebra el primero de mayo.Para muchos, el Día del Trabajo simboliza el final del verano.En agosto de 2023, había más de 161 millones de personas en la fuerza laboral en Estados Unidos.CronologíaDía del Trabajo (Labor Day) 2023: qué estará abierto y qué cerrado en Estados UnidosPrincipios de la década de 1880 – Según el Departamento de Trabajo, la idea de crear un día festivo para honrar a los trabajadores fue propuesta por Peter McGuire del Sindicato de la Hermandad de Carpinteros y Ebanistas o por Matthew Maguire de la Asoci...

Indiana takes on Chicago after Smith’s 30-point game

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:42 GMT

Chicago Sky (15-22, 3-15 Eastern Conference) at Indiana Fever (12-25, 5-13 Eastern Conference)Indianapolis; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EDTBOTTOM LINE: Indiana hosts the Chicago Sky after NaLyssa Smith scored 30 points in the Indiana Fever’s 97-84 overtime win against the Dallas Wings.The Fever are 5-13 in conference games. Indiana ranks fifth in the Eastern Conference with 25.2 defensive rebounds per game led by Smith averaging 7.1.The Sky have gone 3-15 against Eastern Conference opponents. Chicago ranks second in the Eastern Conference with 8.7 offensive rebounds per game led by Elizabeth Williams averaging 2.3.The teams play for the fourth time this season. The Sky won the last meeting 89-87 on July 2. Courtney Williams scored 28 points to help lead the Sky to the victory.TOP PERFORMERS: Kelsey Mitchell is averaging 18.4 points and 3.2 assists for the Fever. Aliyah Boston is averaging 16.1 points over the last 10 games for Indiana.Courtney Williams is averaging 9.8 points, 5.8 rebound...

Washington visits Phoenix after Jefferson’s 32-point game

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:42 GMT

Washington Mystics (17-19, 8-10 Eastern Conference) at Phoenix Mercury (9-28, 2-16 Western Conference)Phoenix; Tuesday, 10 p.m. EDTBOTTOM LINE: Phoenix plays the Washington Mystics after Moriah Jefferson scored 32 points in the Phoenix Mercury’s 86-73 loss to the Minnesota Lynx.The Mercury are 8-10 in home games. Phoenix averages 15.0 turnovers per game and is 3- when it wins the turnover battle.The Mystics are 5-13 on the road. Washington ranks ninth in the WNBA with 6.8 offensive rebounds per game led by Tianna Hawkins averaging 1.5.The teams square off for the fourth time this season. In the last meeting on Aug. 9 the Mercury won 91-72 led by 15 points from Diana Taurasi, while Brittney Sykes scored 24 points for the Mystics.TOP PERFORMERS: Brittney Griner is shooting 56.3% and averaging 17.8 points for the Mercury. Jefferson is averaging 14.5 points over the last 10 games for Phoenix.Natasha Cloud is averaging 12.7 points and 5.9 assists for the Mystics. Sykes is averaging...

Dallas hosts New York after Stewart’s 26-point outing

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:42 GMT

New York Liberty (30-7, 16-3 Eastern Conference) at Dallas Wings (20-17, 10-9 Western Conference)Arlington, Texas; Tuesday, 8 p.m. EDTBOTTOM LINE: New York plays the Dallas Wings after Breanna Stewart scored 26 points in the Liberty’s 86-69 win against the Chicago Sky.The Wings are 10-8 on their home court. Dallas scores 87.1 points while outscoring opponents by 2.4 points per game.The Liberty are 16-3 on the road. New York leads the WNBA with 24.0 assists per game led by Courtney Vandersloot averaging 8.1.The two teams square off for the third time this season. The Wings defeated the Liberty 98-88 in their last meeting on July 19. Arike Ogunbowale led the Wings with 25 points, and Stewart led the Liberty with 25 points.TOP PERFORMERS: Ogunbowale is averaging 21.1 points, 4.3 assists and 1.7 steals for the Wings. Satou Sabally is averaging 18.6 points, 8.3 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 1.8 steals over the past 10 games for Dallas.Stewart is scoring 22.8 points per game and averagi...

Thomas and the Sun take on Ogwumike and the Sparks

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:42 GMT

Los Angeles Sparks (15-21, 8-11 Western Conference) at Connecticut Sun (25-12, 13-5 Eastern Conference)Uncasville, Connecticut; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EDTBOTTOM LINE: Nneka Ogwumike and the Los Angeles Sparks visit Alyssa Thomas and the Connecticut Sun in non-conference action.The Sun have gone 11-6 at home. Connecticut is the leader in the Eastern Conference at limiting opponent scoring, giving up 79.0 points while holding opponents to 43.4% shooting.The Sparks are 6-11 on the road. Los Angeles has a 7-8 record in games decided by 10 points or more.The teams square off for the third time this season. The Sun won 83-68 in the last matchup on Aug. 27. Thomas led the Sun with 17 points, and Azura Stevens led the Sparks with 17 points.TOP PERFORMERS: DeWanna Bonner is averaging 17.7 points and 5.6 rebounds for the Sun. Thomas is averaging 18.0 points over the last 10 games for Connecticut.Ogwumike is scoring 19.1 points per game and averaging 8.9 rebounds for the Sparks. Karlie Samuelson is a...

Div. 1-2 players to watch, alignments

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:55:42 GMT

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL ALIGNMENTEMASS DIV. 1Acton-BoxboroAndoverAttleboroBC HighBraintreeBrocktonBrooklineCentral CatholicDurfeeEverettFraminghamFranklinHaverhillLawrenceLexingtonLincoln-SudburyLowellMethuenNatickNeedhamNew BedfordNewton NorthNewton SouthSt. John’s PrepSt. John’s (Shrewsbury)TauntonWestford AcademyWeymouthXaverian EMASS DIV. 2ArlingtonBarnstableBelmontBeverlyBishop FeehanBridgewater-RaynhamCambridgeCatholic MemorialChelmsfordConcord-CarlisleDimanKing PhilipMarshfieldNorth AndoverNorth QuincyPeabodyPlymouth NorthQuincyWalthamWellesleyWinchester DIV. 1-2 DANDY DOZENThomas Brown, Jr., OL, 6-4, 270, Chelmsford: One of the premier junior linemen in the state, Brown has been outstanding on the football field and the wrestling mat.Kieran Corr, Sr. PK, 6-3, 175, Winchester: The Harvard-bound Corr recently won a national kicking contest and has made field goals beyond 60 yards.Andrew Dufault, Sr. OL/LS, 6-2, 250, Xaverian: The Penn State-bound Dufault is ...