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outboundIQ Achieves Certified Implementation Partner (CIP) Status with Five9NoneNAPLES, Fla. (AP) — Narin An handled the windy conditions with a hot putter on Thursday, making four straight birdies around the turn and finishing with an 8-under 64 for a one-shot lead in the CME Group Tour Championship. At stake for the 60-player field is a $4 million prize to the winner, the largest single-day payoff in women's golf. Nelly Korda already has won more than that during her sterling season of seven wins. Now she faces an eight-shot deficit over the next three days at Tiburon Golf Club if she wants to end her year in fitting fashion. Korda, coming off a victory last week, couldn't make amends for her three bogeys and had to settle for an even-par 72. She has come from behind in four of her victories, and still has 54 holes ahead of her. But it has made the task that much tougher. Everything felt easy for An, a 28-year-old from South Korea who has never won on the LPGA and has never cracked the top 10 in any of the 16 majors she has played. “Today my putt really good,” An said. “The speed was good and the shape was good. I just try to focus a little bit more.” She had a one-shot lead over Angel Yin, who shot 30 on the back nine, including an eagle on the par-5 17th hole that most players can easily reach in two. Former U.S. Women's Open champion Allisen Corpuz and Marina Alex were at 66, with Lydia Ko leading the group at 67. Despite the wind so typical along the Gulf Coast of Florida, 27 players — nearly half the field — shot in the 60s. “It's a good head start for the big ol' prize we get at the end of the week,” Yin said. Whoever wins this week is assured of breaking the 17-year-old LPGA record for most money earned in season. The record was set by Lorena Ochoa in 2007 at $4,364,994, back when the total prize money was about half of what it is now. Ochoa earned $1 million for winning the Tour Championship in 2007. The opening round followed a big night of awards for the LPGA Tour, where Korda officially picked up her first award as player of the year, which she clinched earlier this month . Ko was recognized for her big year, highlighted by an Olympic gold medal that put her into the LPGA Hall of Fame. She regained plenty of focus for the opening round on a course where she won just two years ago. “The course isn't easy,” Ko said. “I set a goal of shooting 3 under today, and somebody shot 8 under. I was like, ‘OK, maybe I need to make a few more birdies.’ It's a course that can get away from you as much as you can shoot some low scores, so I’m just trying to stick to my game plan and go from there.” Also in the group at 67 was Albane Valenzuela of Switzerland, already celebrating a big year with her debut in the Solheim Cup and her first appearance in the Tour Championship. She made a late run at her first LPGA title last week at Pelican Golf Club, and kept up her form. And she can see the finish line, which is appealing. “I everyone is looking at that $4 million price tag,” Valenzuela said. “I try not to look too much at the result. I feel like in the past I’ve always been stuck on results, and ultimately all I can do is control my own round, my own energy, my own commitment. “It's the last week of the year. It’s kind of the bonus week. No matter what, everyone is having a paycheck.” AP golf: https://apnews.com/hub/golf

Musk's AI startup raises further $6bnUL linebacker K.C. Ossai makes a tackle during the Cajuns' 34-3 loss to TCU in the New Mexico Bowl on Saturday. Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save ALBUQUERQUE Like so many coaches around the country, TCU coach Sonny Dykes sure wishes bowl games were more an indication of what teams are in the regular season. Another example was his Horned Frogs’ 34-3 demolition of UL in Saturday’s New Mexico Bowl. “It would have been a different football team had we played against their whole roster, quite frankly. I kind of hate it for coach (Desormeaux),” Dykes said. “It’s a tough thing. It’s one of the main reasons they need to take a look at the transfer portal and the timing of it, because I’d like to see these teams finish together.” Dykes was referring to UL having two of its top two receivers in tight end Terrance Carter and wide receiver Harvey Broussard, as well as running back Dre’lyn Washington, two starting offensive lineman AJ Gillie and King McGowen, starting linebacker Carmycah Glass and starting cornerback Justin Agu not with the team for the bowl game. Dykes’ team, on the other hand, hung tough until the end, despite losing two of its biggest offensive weapons to injury in wide receiver Jack Bech and two-way standout Savion Williams. “That’s why I was so proud of this group of ours, because we just hung together,” Dykes said. “We all learned a lot from each other during the course of the season. “At one time, we were 3-3 and it didn’t look very good. To these young men’s credit, they just kind of hung in there and believed in each other and what we were doing.” Desormeaux also expressed his feelings on the his fractured team. “We don’t make excuses where we are,” Desormeaux said. “We don’t cry and complain about it. We go to work. We focus on the ones that say yes. Ninety percent of our team says, ‘Yes’ and they decide to come back, including these guys. “It sucks for the rest of the team on a day like today. Truthfully, it does and it makes me kind of sick a little bit. But we’re going to come out here and play and compete.” Lunch sighting Redshirt freshman quarterback D’Wanye’ Winfield missed the entire regular season with an elbow injury, but he did enjoy his first action on the field in Saturday’s New Mexico Bowl. The coaching staff had toyed with the idea of running some Wildcat plays with the athletic quarterback and it provided one of the very few bright spots in Saturday’s dismal performance. Winfield, known by his nickname Lunch by his family, friends and team, had five carries for 19 yards and completed one of his two passes for six yards. “He got cleared (medically) right after the conference championship,” UL coach Michael Desormeaux said. “With Ben’s (Wooldridge) situation, we kind of changed the way we play with him a little bit. This just gave us another dimension of it. It was a good changeup.’ “He had an elbow injury that he had prepared, so we didn’t want to throw it a whole lot, but we put in a package for him. He got bunch of reps with the second and third groups the last couple weeks and did a good job. We wanted to use him in that role and felt like it gave us a spark.” Wooldridge fought to come back after suffering a broken collar bone on Nov. 16, but all the changes on offense just made it too difficult. He only completed seven passes for 61 yards. True freshman Daniel Beale was 3-of-4 passing for 28 yards late in the game. Kicking game As it turned out, the Cajuns didn’t even win the kicking game. It wasn’t a short one, for sure, but Lou Groza Award winner Kenny Almendares missed a 54-yard field goal try in the first quarter – off the upright. It was only his third missed of the season. The other two were from 60 and 53. Almendares later made a 24-yard field goal to avoid the shutout, but the Cajuns were already down by 34 points at that point. On the flip side, TCU kicker Kyle Lemmerman made field goals from 45 and 22 yards. UL punter Nathan Torney wasn’t benefitted by the high altitude. He failed to reach 40 yards on any of his five punts – with 39 being his longest – and finished with a 37.7-yard average. Kickoff coverage didn’t come into play much in this contest, but it favored the Horned Frogs when it did. Rob Williams had two kickoff returns for only 37 yards.

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RIYADH: As part of efforts to develop Saudi Arabia’s museum sector and enhance the cultural and social roles of museums, the Museums Commission recently hosted an open meeting titled “Museums and Community Engagement: How Can a Museum Become a Community Hub?” Moderated by Eman Zidan, director of the Red Sea Museum, the event featured Noha Al-Kadhi, director of programs at the Museums Commission; Hassa Al-Sudairy, senior manager of cultural programs at the Jeddah Historic District Program; and Maria Alam, director of learning and research at Hayy Jameel. The discussion explored the role of museums in fostering community engagement, with speakers emphasizing the need to continuously refresh programs and activities to attract visitors and offer enjoyable experiences for all age groups. Drawing from the commission’s experience, Al-Kadhi underscored the importance of understanding audience and community needs to create museum narratives and programs that resonate with diverse visitors. She highlighted the value of involving schools and students to build strong connections between younger generations and museums, suggesting that children and youth could become “museum ambassadors” if they enjoy their visits. Al-Sudairy shared insights from the Jeddah Historic District Program on engaging the local community in heritage preservation through targeted awareness and educational initiatives. She cited successful programs involving children and students, such as workshops where participants restored heritage houses using miniature 3D models — activities that deepen their understanding of and connection to heritage. Alam emphasized the importance of creating interactive programs for children and families to strengthen connections between museums and the community. She highlighted Hayy Jameel’s initiative of engaging the local community in decorating the neighborhood facade, fostering interaction between art, the museum, and the public. This, she said, enhances visitors’ experiences and encourages repeat visits. The speakers also discussed the role of technology in enriching visitor experiences and designing engaging programs and exhibitions. Al-Kadhi highlighted technology as a powerful tool for providing innovative experiences while underlining the importance of balancing modern technology with the preservation of authentic heritage. Alam added that blending modern media with heritage enhances museums’ appeal and delivers educational and experiential value. Addressing challenges and opportunities in the museum sector, Al-Sudairy drew from the program’s experience to discuss the complexities of preserving heritage buildings through meticulous restoration processes that meet UNESCO and Ministry of Culture standards. She commended the local community’s support in advancing these initiatives. The speakers stressed the importance of transforming museums into vibrant community hubs. They highlighted the need for interactive spaces that meet societal needs and encourage active participation, moving beyond the traditional role of merely displaying artifacts and decribing their histories.

TN CM Stalin says INDIA bloc’s Jharkhand win ‘historic, against all odds’5 Ryan Day replacements Ohio State needs to actually beat Michigan - FanSidedAn indomitable spirit As it evolves into Next Generation Air Force, PAF draws strength from its rich history and lessons learned from past challenges Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the esteemed architect of Pakistan, stands as an enduring beacon of hope and resolute determination. As the nation commemorates his birthday on 25 December, it reflects on his bold declaration that Muslims were not merely a minority but a distinct nation deserving of their own homeland. His impactful assertion, “India is not a nation; it is a subcontinent composed of nationalities”, illuminated the profound differences among communities and laid the foundation for the Two Nation Theory. Through tireless negotiations with both British authorities and the Indian National Congress, the Quaid transformed this theory into a political reality, culminating in the birth of Pakistan on 14 August 1947. In a world fraught with challenges, the Quaid astutely recognised the vital role of air power in securing the future of our fledgling nation, understanding that it was not just about military might but about safeguarding our very sovereignty. With fierce determination, he championed the establishment of Pakistan Air Force in 1947, a bold testament to his visionary leadership and an indelible mark on our national identity. Today, Pakistan Air Force stands as a proud embodiment of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah's vision and the indomitable spirit of Pakistan. With its head held high, PAF soars with purpose and determination. Quaid’s resonant words, "a country without a strong air force is at the mercy of any aggressor. Pakistan must build up her air force as quickly as possible. It must be an efficient Air Force, second to none", continue to echo, motivating our Shaheens to perform their duties with utmost dedication. These words serve as a cornerstone of persistence, upholding his legacy while safeguarding national interests which has been the driving force behind PAF's evolution into the formidable guardian of Pakistan's skies. As it evolves into a Next Generation Air Force, PAF draws strength from its rich history and the lessons learned from past challenges. Quaid-e-Azam was an exceptional leader whose exemplary conduct set a powerful precedent for others to follow, inspiring those around him to unite towards a common goal and establishing himself as a lasting source of motivation for leaders worldwide. His visionary ideals for Pakistan Air Force were firmly anchored in an unrelenting dedication to professionalism, integrity and an unyielding sense of duty. The leadership of the Pakistan Air Force has been pivotal in steering PAF towards a transformative journey of self-reliance and indigenisation, in the last three years, empowering its personnel to confront challenges with courage and perseverance. Motivated by Quaid-e-Azam's exhortation that “I charge you to remember that only with discipline and self-reliance can Pakistan Air Force be worthy of Pakistan”, the present leadership of PAF has actively catalysed significant advancements in technology and operational capabilities. At the forefront of this visionary initiative is the National Aerospace Science and Technology Park (NASTP), a ground breaking endeavour that bridges the divide between academia and industry while diminishing reliance on foreign suppliers. NASTP is not just a hub for innovation; it is a dynamic ecosystem that nurtures research and development across vital sectors, including aviation, space, information technology and cyber technologies. By spearheading advancements through its Software Development House and fostering local talent, NASTP empowers start-ups and SMEs to thrive. It also plays a crucial role in a comprehensive modernisation drive that integrates cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence and machine learning, positioning Pakistan to tackle contemporary challenges head-on. With NASTP facilitating the creation of pioneering products and services, the PAF stands poised to transform strategic foresight into unmatched operational prowess, driving forward a vision where innovation and modernisation converge to herald a new era of technological advancement and sustainable economic growth. Quaid-e-Azam expressed profound reverence for the martyrs of Pakistan, stating, "The sacrifices of our martyrs are the foundation of our freedom. We must always remember their courage and dedication, for they laid down their lives for our future", emphasising the essential role their courage and dedication played in shaping the nation's identity and progress. This sentiment profoundly reflects the legacies of valiant figures of the 1965 and 1971 wars such as Squadron Leader Sarfaraz Rafiqui, Pilot Officer Rashid Minhas and many more, who displayed extraordinary bravery and selflessness in defending the homeland. Each of these PAF heroes epitomised the qualities of unity and devotion that underpin the remarkable achievements of Pakistan Air Force. The Quaid urged the nation to honour their legacy by upholding the values for which they fought, reminding us that these martyrs stand as enduring symbols of courage and sacrifice, inspiring generations to safeguard our skies and sovereignty. Quaid-e-Azam’s influence on Pakistan is both profound and enduring. He not only forged the nation from struggle but also instilled values of democracy, equality and justice that resonate today. The Quaid’s vision for the Pakistan Air Force as a formidable and unparalleled fighting force underscores his understanding of the crucial role air power plays in modern warfare and national defence. His foresight in establishing a strong, independent air force not only aimed to safeguard Pakistan’s sovereignty but also to instill a sense of pride and resilience in its people. By emphasising professionalism, innovation and a commitment to excellence, Quaid-e-Azam laid the foundation for an air force that continues to evolve and adapt, ensuring that it remains ‘second to none’ in all aspects. The writer is a freelance contributor.