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Photo by Liam Richards /Saskatoon StarPhoenix Saskatchewan Rush defender Matt Hossack moves the ball against the Vancouver Warriors in NLL action at SaskTel Centre in Saskatoon, SK on Saturday, March 7, 2020. Darren Zary Saskatoon StarPhoenix It’s a second go-round for Matt Hossack on the Saskatchewan Rush. Both parties couldn’t be more excited about this reunion after they won a National Lacrosse League championship together back in 2018. The Rush claimed Hossack in the Panther City Lacrosse Club dispersal draft during the off-season. Now they’re back together again as Saskatchewan (1-0) plays its National Lacrosse League home-opener Saturday night against the Halifax Thunderbirds. “That’s the guy we wanted and that’s the guy we got,” says Rush co-coach Jimmy Quinlan, whose team welcomed back Hossack with open arms. “He was very good when he left us and having to watch him grow on another team was tough, but to get him back is unbelievable. He’s a true professional on and off the floor. And he’s smart. “For me, it’s his IQ. You never have to question his effort or his attitude. He’s always moving in the right direction for the group and we’re lucky to have him. We were happy he was there (available in dispersal draft).” Hossack arrived back in Saskatchewan with nervous excitement. Indeed, green and black butterflies floated around in his stomach. “Talking to Keener (Rush general manager Derek Keenan) at the beginning of camp, I had butterflies again – it’s been probably been a few years,” admits Hossack, who was originally taken by the Rush in the second round, 14th overall, of the 2016 NLL Draft out of the Rochester Institute of Technology. Taken by Panther City in the 2021 NLL expansion draft as the No. 1 pick, Hossack would be re-claimed by Saskatchewan, sixth overall, in this year’s Panther City dispersal draft. “When I first went to Panther City, I had a lot of butterflies doing that because there are so many unknowns,” explains Hossack, a native of Port Perry, Ont.. “What I liked about coming back here is I know a lot of people and faces in the front office and all the lacrosse staff. “That gives me a good feeling, having that sense of home and something I know, something already that I’m coming back to, but the butterflies came because there are so many new guys on the team and it’s a completely different group than what I’m used to. It’s certainly exciting for me.” It’s a new-look defensive corps for Hossack with the likes of Bobby Kidd III, Isaac Ngyou, Connor McClelland, Matt Acchione, Jake Boudreau, Adam Jay, Jake Naso, Holden Garlent, Ryan Barnable and Jerrett Smith joining him and veteran Mike Messenger. “I’m really excited about the group,” says Hossack, who captained Panther City. “I think it’s a lot better than what maybe I expected or what I saw from the outside and to see how much the guys care and what they’re working on at times, guys take feedback really well and they’re talking all the time. To see that each weekend, I feel we’ve gotten a little better towards achieving certain things and we’ve got to continue to do that.” Through 114 pro games, the right-handed defenceman has scooped up 617 loose balls, caused 142 turnovers, scored 22 goals and added 55 assists. “I certainly take pride in being the leader out there when it’s necessarily my turn to do that,” says Hossack. “As a veteran, what you always go back to is you try to claim and capture some of that new energy that Acchione, Levi Anderson and those guys bring to the team because they’re so new, so fresh, and it reminds you of what it was like when you were a rookie in the league or new in the league. You try to continue to capture that and I think that’s really important.” Hossack says he was able to come out of his shell in Panther City. “I’m super grateful for that opportunity because I grew so much as a vocal leader, as someone who’s typically more quiet and a leader by example. That hasn’t changed. I’m still a little more of a leader by example but I’ve learned how to find my voice more and speak up when times are necessary and I think that’s the biggest part of my game and showing a little bit more emotion when it’s necessary to give guys a bit of a jump. “As much as it stings a little to put so much effort into building the (Panther City) program down in Fort Worth there, there was definitely a sense of excitement to be able to come back around full circle and be back here in Sask.” dzary@postmedia.com -Advertisement-Unveiling the New Jersey Drone Mystery: An Overblown Threat?

Published 20:31 IST, December 21st 2024 PM Modi in Kuwait for a two-day visit, stating at the 'Hala Modi' event that India has the skill, technology, innovation, and manpower needed for 'New' Kuwait. Kuwait City: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Kuwait on Saturday for a two-day official visit, where he saidd at the 'Hala Modi' event that India has the skill, technology, innovation, and manpower needed for 'New' Kuwait. Speaking at the 'Hala Modi' community program in Kuwait, PM Modi highlighted how the relationship built on culture and commerce is reaching new heights today. PM Modi, noting Kuwait's ambition to become a dynamic economy and India's goal of becoming a developed country by 2047, said on Saturday, "India has the skill, technology, innovation, and manpower that 'New' Kuwait needs." "People from North, West, East and South, who speak different languages are here- 'lekin sab ke dil me ek hi goonj hai - Bhatrat Mata Ki Jai'...This is a special moment for me. After 43 years, more than four decades, an Indian Prime Minister has come to Kuwait. It takes four hours to reach Kuwait from India but it took four decades for the Prime Minister," PM Modi said. "I have reached Kuwait just two and a half hours ago, since the time I have stepped here, I am feeling a different sense of belonging, a different warmth all around. You all have come from different states of India, but seeing all of you, it seems as if a mini Hindustan has come in front of me," he added. The Prime Minister said India and Kuwait will become partners in prosperity. "In the decades to come, we will become partners in our prosperity. Our goals aren't different! The people of Kuwait are building New Kuwait. The people of Bharat are working to build India into a developed nation by 2047. Through trade and innovation, Kuwait wants to become a dynamic economy. India is focussing on innovation and strengthening its economy. Both goals support each other," he said. "In the past, the relationship that was built by culture and commerce is scaling new heights today. Today, Kuwait is an important energy and trade partner of India. For the Kuwaiti companies too, India is a huge investment destination. His Highness Crown Prince of Kuwait, during our meeting in New York, said, 'When you are in need, India is your destination.' The citizens of India and Kuwait have always helped each other in times of distress," he said. Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Kuwait to a warm welcome on Saturday. He is on a two-day visit to the Gulf nation. On his arrival, PM Modi was received by Kuwait's first Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence and Interior, Sheikh Fahad Yousef Saud Al-Sabah, along with the country's Foreign Minister Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya, and several other dignitaries. In his departure statement, PM Modi said he looks forward to his meetings with the Amir of Kuwait, the Crown Prince and the country's Prime Minister. He said the meetings will provide an opportunity to chalk out a roadmap for a futuristic partnership for the benefit of the people of the two countries and the region. PM Modi said he eagerly looks forward to meeting the Indian diaspora in Kuwait who have immensely contributed to strengthening of bonds of friendship between the two nations. (with ANI inputs) Get Current Updates on India News , Entertainment News along with Latest News and Top Headlines from India and around the world. Updated 20:34 IST, December 21st 2024

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government is relaxing the rules for domestic pension funds, allowing them to buy more than 30% of a Canadian business, as part of a plan to spur more investment. “At a time of rising economic nationalism, the fight for capital has never been more fierce,” Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland said in a statement on Friday. “Canada needs to fight harder than ever for capital, including facilitating and supporting the investment of Canadian capital here at home. This is key to the future prosperity of all Canadians.” The change will apply to federally regulated pension managers like the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board, but Freeland’s department said it will consult with provincial governments on the treatment of pension plans regulated by them. The government also said it plans to provide as much as C$15bn ($10.5bn) in loans and equity to help build artificial intelligence data centres — adding that seven pension funds have already expressed interest in backing such projects. The announcements come at a time when country is in the midst of a debate over how to solve weak productivity and soft business spending. Non-residential business investment in Canada has lagged the US for several years. Canada has a vibrant technology sector, but many promising startups sell or move to the US at a relatively early stage in their development as they pursue growth. The Canadian market has seen few initial public offerings over $100mn in recent years. In the broad set of measures, there are also plans to launch a fourth round of the Venture Capital Catalyst Initiative, including C$1bn in funding in 2025-26, which will have “more enticing terms for pension funds and other institutional investors,” the government said. Freeland and the government are also examining whether to change ownership rules that prevent pension funds from owning more than 10% of municipal utilities, such as electricity distributors. In April, former Bank of Canada Governor Stephen Poloz was asked to study how to get the country’s pension funds to invest more in Canada. The removal of the 30% ownership limit was floated as one option. In September, Poloz told Bloomberg that that some pension funds were saying they’d like to play a more active role in their investments, including board seats where they could leverage their expertise. Jack Mintz, president’s fellow in the school of public policy at the University of Calgary, says that while he agrees that the federal government is taking a “carrot approach as opposed to a stick approach” to encouraging domestic investment, he has concerns about dropping the 30% stake limit. “We need to ask some serious questions about whether we want pension funds to be running companies, as opposed to just investing in them,” Mintz said, adding that the favourable tax treatment of the funds gives them a significant advantage and will allow them to outbid other investors. Canada’s largest pension plans, also known as the Maple Eight, have nearly C$600bn of investments in Canada, representing around a quarter of their total investments, according to Bloomberg calculations. The pension funds, including CPPIB, Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan and Caisse de Depot et Placement du Quebec, are considered among the most sophisticated investors in the world — owning data centres, airports and the Middle East’s largest port. The Canadian government wants more infrastructure investment, too. “We welcome all additional measures to stimulate productivity and private investment in Canada, and build a pipeline of attractive projects for investors such as La Caisse,” a spokesperson for CDPQ said in an emailed statement. Canadian companies make up a little more than 3% of the MSCI World Index. Freeland also announced on Friday an expansion of the government’s tax incentives for scientific research and development. That includes increasing the annual expenditure limit on which Canadian-controlled private companies are entitled to earn a 35% investment tax credit, to C$4.5mn from C$3mn. Freeland is set to provide an update on the country’s fiscal situation on Monday. Related Story FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Legacy Fund gets $50mn boost High-Level panel discusses current regional financial challenges, opportunities

Challenges for small farmers LAHORE: Low landholding has emerged as a major challenge in the rural regions of Pakistan. In 1990, the average landholding in the country was approximately five hectares (12.4 acres). Today, that figure has shrunk to around three hectares (7.4 acres). This decline is compounded by significant land inequality. While a few large landlords control the majority of the land, many smallholders now own less than one hectare. For rural populations heavily reliant on agriculture, high fertility rates and the division of family land among heirs have led to increasingly smaller farm sizes, leaving many families in economic distress as alternative income sources remain scarce. In addition to inheritance practices, urbanisation has contributed to the problem, with agricultural land being converted into housing and commercial developments. Land fragmentation is another persistent issue, further exacerbated over time. Fragmentation divides agricultural land into smaller, non-contiguous parcels, often owned or operated by the same farmer. This scattered arrangement disrupts efficiency and productivity. Small landholdings struggle to achieve economies of scale, severely affecting agricultural productivity. Farmers operating on small plots often cannot afford modern machinery or technology, making their operations less efficient compared to larger farms. The high cost of production per unit for smallholders reduces profitability and competitiveness. Financial constraints limit access to essential inputs like quality seeds, fertilisers and irrigation systems. Many smallholders also face challenges in securing credit or government subsidies. Consequently, they are less likely to adopt advanced technologies such as precision agriculture or modern irrigation systems, relying instead on traditional, less productive methods. Fragmented plots further add to inefficiencies, as farmers lose time and resources travelling between scattered parcels of land. These issues leave smallholders especially vulnerable to crop failures, market volatility, and pest attacks, as they lack the resources to mitigate such risks. Climate change disproportionately affects smallholders compared to large landholders. Limited financial resources prevent small farmers from investing in adaptive measures such as drought-resistant crops, efficient irrigation systems or crop insurance. Many smallholders cultivate a single crop, making them highly susceptible to climate shocks. Small farms also rely heavily on erratic rainfall due to a lack of reliable irrigation systems. Climate-induced land degradation worsens their plight, as they cannot afford soil restoration measures. As a result, extreme weather events often lead to food insecurity and economic hardships for smallholder families. In contrast, large landholders are better equipped to manage climate risks, thanks to greater access to capital, technology and infrastructure. They are more likely to adopt climate-smart practices like water-efficient irrigation, greenhouse farming, and diversified cropping, helping them mitigate localised climate impacts effectively. Experts emphasise the urgent need to engage rural youth, most of whom are under the age of 30, in productive activities. With limited income opportunities from farming, many are at risk of drifting towards illegal or unproductive paths. Policymakers must address this growing aspiration gap -- the disparity between what individuals hope to achieve and the opportunities available in their communities. Establishing agro-based industries in rural areas could provide hope and sustainable livelihoods for young farmers. Planners must recognise the unique challenges of our young population, which will require meaningful employment opportunities in the coming years. Bridging the aspirations gap will not only secure the future of rural communities but also strengthen the nation’s agricultural backbone.Gordon Brown declares opposition to assisted dying law

'They have to be favourites' - Liverpool 'perfect' in Champions LeagueEAGAN, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota Vikings linebacker Ivan Pace Jr. has been placed on injured reserve after hurting his hamstring Sunday in a over the Chicago Bears. The move announced Tuesday means that Pace must miss at least the Vikings next four games. The Vikings also activated outside linebacker Gabriel Murphy from injured reserve and signed linebacker Jamin Davis off the Green Bay Packers practice squad. Pace, 23, had started each of the Vikings nine games this season. The 2023 undrafted free agent from Cincinnati had 56 tackles — including six for loss — and three sacks. Murphy, 24, signed with the Vikings as an undrafted free agent this spring. He was placed on injured reserve Aug. 27. Davis had Oct. 29 after by the Washington Commanders a week earlier. Washington selected him out of Kentucky with the in the 2021 draft. The 25-year-old Davis has 282 tackles, seven sacks, one interception, two forced fumble recoveries and two forced fumbles in his NFL career. He led the Commanders with a career-high 104 tackles in 2022. The Vikings (9-2) host the Arizona Cardinals (6-5) on Sunday. ___ AP NFL: The Associated Press

The Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library partnered with Dalton State College’s Roberts Library in October and November for One Community Reads, a community-wide reading project. This project brings communities together through shared discussions and events based on reading. “Difficult Conversations: How to Discuss What Matters Most” by Bruce Patton, Douglas Stone and Sheila Heen was the book chosen for our first program. This book is a best-selling third edition that has been updated to address issues such as social media and communications via technology. It is a must-read for everyone; difficult conversations are a normal part of life. We have all had those moments when we wanted to communicate with others but were having a hard time doing it. One thing I learned from this book is that a difficult conversation is actually three conversations. First, you have the “What happened?" conversation; second, you have the feelings conversation; and third, you have the identity conversation. There are other key insights such as when to pursue a conversation or when to let it go which they talk about in chapter seven. If you raise the conversation you want to work toward mutual understanding. To do that you want to keep these three purposes in mind: 1. Learn their story. 2. Express your views and feelings. 3. Problem-solve together. This book is backed by almost 30 years of research. You will learn to challenge difficult conversations, raise tough questions, balance reactions and emotions, and get to the root cause of the issue. If you are interested in reading this book, copies are available for checkout at the Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library and the Derrell C. Roberts Library. If you're interested in exploring our catalog of books, videos, games and audio selections, check out ngrl.org or our social media. Our operating hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday; and 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday. You can reach us at (706) 876-1360. Brandy Wyatt is the administrator of the Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library.

Dexter: Original Sin will take audiences back in time to find out how the man became the monster — er, the monster-slayer — in the Showtime thriller. The prequel series, which premieres on Paramount+ with Showtime on Friday, December 13, takes place 15 years before we first met Dexter (then played by Michael C. Hall , who still narrates the new series) in the original Dexter . Taking over the title role in this iteration is Patrick Gibson , who has the character’s steely-eyed stares and smug sauntering style down to a science. With new characters being introduced in some familiar settings, the new series will bring some new details about Dexter’s past to light, but it will also inevitably retread some familiar territory from the first show, which had ample flashbacks. Here’s what to remember about Dexter ‘s past before Dexter: Original Sin . Dexter didn’t find out until he was a fully grown serial murderer that he had a big brother who was also running around slaughtering people. The Ice Truck Killer who stalked Dexter was actually Brian Moser, his slightly older brother who was not adopted (or even mentioned) by Harry. Dexter only found out about Brian because the Ice Truck Killer left clues that were tailored to catch his attention — reminding him of scenes from his past as part of the Morgan family. Laura Moser was the single mother to Brian and Dexter and worked as a confidential informant for Harry and the Miami-Metro Police Department against the Colombian cartel. She was brutally dismembered right in front of Brian and Dexter, who were left wading in her blood inside a shipping container. Harry adopted Dexter as his own upon finding him in the container, but Brian was sent into the foster system. In flashbacks in Dexter , it became clear that he was not a normal teenager with typical feelings or tendencies. In fact, he had an innate bloodlust that his father recognized and tried to quell with hunting trips, to the exclusion of his daughter Debra. Harry wanted to protect Dexter from himself — particularly his self-destructive impulses. 'Dexter: Original Sin' Clip Reveals Dex's First Day on the Job Though Harry tried to find other ways for Dexter to quench his thirst for blood, so to speak, he soon gave in and encouraged him to kill someone when he discovered Nurse Mary was poisoning Harry and other patients in the hospital after his heart attack. Once Dexter began to kill, Harry worked hard to create a framework for his adoptive son to work within that, if he followed it to the letter, would keep his morality and freedom intact. The rules included being certain that the mark was worthy of being murdered and leaving no trace of evidence behind. Even after Harry’s death, Dexter worked to strictly adhere to this code in every kill. Randy Tepper/Showtime Dexter repeatedly revealed that he felt empty on the inside, and it was Harry who taught him to feign normal human feelings and social interactions around others — even if it meant faking a smile in his own family photos. Little by little throughout Dexter , we learn that Harry Morgan had several affairs while married to Doris, including with Laura Morgan and another confidential informant. Though Harry is definitely the most common star of Dexter’s flashback memories, his adoptive mother Doris is also a fixture of his past. She died when Deb was 16 and didn’t know about Dexter’s violent tendencies, even if she didn’t totally understand him at times. Dexter: Original Sin , Series Premiere, Streaming, Friday, December 13, Paramount+ with Showtime, Sunday, December 15, 10/9c, Paramount+ with Showtime More Headlines: 8 Things to Remember About Dexter’s Childhood Before ‘Original Sin’ Ryan Seacrest Reveals Dating Status to Shocked ‘Wheel of Fortune’ Contestants Your Chance to Win ‘Blue Bloods’ Collector’s Issue Signed by Bridget Moynahan Holly Robinson Peete Makes ‘Home Alone’ Confession in ‘LEGO Masters Holiday Bricktacular’ Sneak Peek (VIDEO) ‘Jeopardy!’ Boss Announces Solution to Big Tournament of Champions Problem