newsweek--2020-11-30--Basketball Fans Aren't Talking About Texas' Win Monday, But Shaka Smart's New Hairdo

Texas basketball coach Shaka Smart has shaved his head for years .
The coach who led Virginia Commonwealth to the NCAA Final Four , and now leads the Longhorns , always had a freshly-cut dome with a shiny gleam .
Then there came 2020 , and he decided to grow it out during a pandemic .
And Shaka Smart having hair in 2020 makes about as much sense as playing the Maui Classic in Asheville , North Carolina , which is what 's actually happening .
Smart 's No .
17 Longhorns made their first national TV appearance Monday at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was n't the Longhorns 78-76 win that necessarily had basketball fans talking , but the fresh , new crop on top .
Here is what he looked like then , and now .
The internet had their fun talking more about the coach 's hair than Monday 's first game of the Classic itself .
Here are some of the comments from social media .
Smart made a name for himself in 2011 when he led the VCU Rams from the First Four ( play in game ) to the Final Four .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ the sideline made him popular .
He eventually left VCU for pastures on the 40 Acres in Austin , where he has n't quite had the success he had planned .
Smart is now entering his sixth season at Texas , where he has compiled a 90-78 record .
The Horns went 19-12 last season , including an 11-6 mark in the Big 12 .
Texas likely needed a deep run in last spring 's conference tournament for a shot to make last season 's NCAA tournament , but all tournaments eventually got @ @ @ @ @ @ @ global pandemic , which had just started sweeping the United States .
Texas entered this season at No .
19 in the country .
They took that ranking into Monday 's game , and finished it as the No .
17 team as the Associated Press weekly ranking was published during the game .
On Monday , Texas ( 2-0 ) had six players reach double figures in scoring , led by Courtney Ramsey 's 14 points—his final basket being the game winner .
Texas advances to the semifinal round of the Maui @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Indiana Hoosiers at 1 p.m .
ET Tuesday at Harrah 's Cherokee Center in Asheville .
The championship round will be Wednesday .
The Maui Invitational is usually one of the top preseason tournaments in college basketball .
Because of the ongoing pandemic , the tournament was moved to North Carolina this year .
Providence lost to Indiana , 79-58 , in the second quarterfinal .
The other quarterfinal games on Monday night are No .
14 North Carolina vs. UNLV and Alabama vs. Stanford .

Texas basketball coach Shaka Smart has shaved his head for years. The coach who led Virginia Commonwealth to the NCAA Final Four, and now leads the Longhorns, always had a freshly-cut dome with a shiny gleam.
Then there came 2020, and he decided to grow it out during a pandemic. And Shaka Smart having hair in 2020 makes about as much sense as playing the Maui Classic in Asheville, North Carolina, which is what's actually happening.
Smart's No. 17 Longhorns made their first national TV appearance Monday at the Maui Classic against Davidson. It wasn't the Longhorns 78-76 win that necessarily had basketball fans talking, but the fresh, new crop on top.
Here is what he looked like then, and now.
Shaka Smart before and after quarantine coaching for Texas pic.twitter.com/QETtr2bE1F — Bison1660 (@Bison1660) November 30, 2020
Head coach Shaka Smart of the Texas Longhorns kept his head shaved for a long time. But in 2020, he grew it out. Photo by Chris Covatta/Getty Images
The internet had their fun talking more about the coach's hair than Monday's first game of the Classic itself. Here are some of the comments from social media.
The breakout star of the 2020-21 college basketball season is Shaka Smart's hair. — Around The Horns (@VCUHorns) November 30, 2020
TIL Shaka Smart had hair like that. Damn we've been inside for a minute. — KhaDarel Hodge Stan Account (@Dr_Doughstax) November 30, 2020
true life: I can't stop thinking about Shaka Smart's hair pic.twitter.com/266o4hRzHu — Lindsay Joy (@LindsayJoyTV) November 30, 2020
Shaka Smart has kept the full head of hair for the season opener. New year, new look. How 'bout that? — Brian Davis (@BDavisAAS) November 26, 2020
Smart made a name for himself in 2011 when he led the VCU Rams from the First Four (play in game) to the Final Four. His smooth-shaved head and energetic personality on the sideline made him popular. He eventually left VCU for pastures on the 40 Acres in Austin, where he hasn't quite had the success he had planned.
Smart is now entering his sixth season at Texas, where he has compiled a 90-78 record. The Horns went 19-12 last season, including an 11-6 mark in the Big 12 . Texas likely needed a deep run in last spring's conference tournament for a shot to make last season's NCAA tournament, but all tournaments eventually got canceled last spring because of the COVID-19 global pandemic, which had just started sweeping the United States.
Texas entered this season at No. 19 in the country. They took that ranking into Monday's game, and finished it as the No. 17 team as the Associated Press weekly ranking was published during the game.
On Monday, Texas (2-0) had six players reach double figures in scoring, led by Courtney Ramsey's 14 points—his final basket being the game winner.
Texas advances to the semifinal round of the Maui Classic, where they will face the Indiana Hoosiers at 1 p.m. ET Tuesday at Harrah's Cherokee Center in Asheville. The championship round will be Wednesday.
The Maui Invitational is usually one of the top preseason tournaments in college basketball. Because of the ongoing pandemic, the tournament was moved to North Carolina this year.
Providence lost to Indiana, 79-58, in the second quarterfinal. The other quarterfinal games on Monday night are No. 14 North Carolina vs. UNLV and Alabama vs. Stanford.


newsweek--2020-11-30--'Pokémon Go' New Level Cap: Every Requirement to Reach Level 50

Go beyond with the new level cap in Pokémon Go .
The Season of Celebration has begun in the popular mobile game with trainers now being able to reach levels they have never reached before .
The level cap in Pokémon Go has now increased from 40 to 50 allowing for trainers to earn more rewards and power up their Pokémon further than they could before .
Leveling up from 40 to 50 will be different than when trainers leveled up to Level 40 .
Each level will have tasks that need to be completed along with earning enough experience @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to leveling up in Pokémon Go will change with each level .
Each level will require trainers to master their battling and adventure skills to complete each task .
Here 's the requirements to level up from Level 40 to Level 50 ( note : this section will be updated as more information is found ) .
• Evolve Eevee into each of its evolutions • Use 200 berries to help catch Pokémon • Win 20 Trainer Battles in the Go Battle League • Take a snapshot of a Pokémon 7 days in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a team of all unique Pokémon species • Win a three-star Raid using only Pokémon with 1500 CP or less • Power up 6 Pokémon to their max CP The Legacy 40 Challenge in Pokémon Go will reward trainers who have reached Level 40 by the end of 2020 .
Most of the research tasks will reward trainers with rare Pokémon encounters and earn the Gyarados Cap for their avatar .
Here 's the four sets of research tasks that trainers will have to complete : Have you reached Level 40 yet ?
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ 50 ?
Let us know in the comments section .

Go beyond with the new level cap in Pokémon Go.
The Season of Celebration has begun in the popular mobile game with trainers now being able to reach levels they have never reached before. The level cap in Pokémon Go has now increased from 40 to 50 allowing for trainers to earn more rewards and power up their Pokémon further than they could before.
Leveling up from 40 to 50 will be different than when trainers leveled up to Level 40. Each level will have tasks that need to be completed along with earning enough experience points to level up.
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POKEMON GO LEVEL 40-50 REQUIREMENTS
The requirements to leveling up in Pokémon Go will change with each level. Each level will require trainers to master their battling and adventure skills to complete each task.
Here's the requirements to level up from Level 40 to Level 50 (note: this section will be updated as more information is found).
Level 40
6 million xp required
Power up a Legendary Pokémon 20 times
Win 30 Raids
Catch 200 Pokémon in a single day
Earn 5 Gold Medals
Completion Rewards: Ultra Balls (x40), Max Potions (x4), Max Revives (x40), Incense (x4), Lucky Eggs (x4), Egg Incubators (x4), Lure Modules (x4)
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Level 41
7.5 million xp required
Evolve Eevee into each of its evolutions
Use items to evolve Pokémon 15 times
Make 3 Excellent Throws
Use 200 berries to help catch Pokémon
Completion Rewards: Ultra Balls (x20), Max Potions (x20), Max Revives (x10), Razz Berry (x20), Incubator (x1), Premium Raid Pass (x1), Rare Candy XL (x1)
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Level 42
9 million xp required
Earn 100,000 Stardust
Use 200 Supereffective charged attacks
Catch 5 Legendary Pokémon
Earn 5 Platinum Medals
Completion Rewards: Ultra Balls (x20), Max Potions (x20), Max Revives (x10), Nanab Berry (x20) Egg Incubators (x1), Premium Raid Pass (x1), Rare Candy XL (x1)
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Level 43
11 million xp required
Win 30 Trainer Battles in the Great League
Win 30 Trainer Battles in the Ultra League
Win 30 Trainer Battles in the Master League
Win 20 Trainer Battles in the Go Battle League
Completion Rewards: Ultra Balls (x20), Max Potions (x20), Max Revives (x10), Silver Pinap Berry (x20), Egg Incubators (x1), Premium Raid Pass (x1), Rare Candy XL (x1)
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Level 44
13 million xp required
Defeat 100 Team Go Rocket Grunts
Purify 100 Shadow Pokémon
Defeat a Team Go Rocket Leader 50 times
Get 10 Platinum Medals
Completion Rewards: Ultra Balls (x20), Max Potions (x20), Max Revives (x10), Razz Berry (x20), Egg Incubators (x1), Premium Raid Pass (x1), Rare Candy XL (x1)
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Level 45
15.5 million xp required
Complete 100 Field Research Tasks
Take a snapshot of a Pokémon 7 days in a row
Make 50 excellent throws
Hatch 30 Eggs
Completion Rewards: Ultra Balls (x40), Elite Fast TM (x1), Max Revives (x40), Razz Berry (x20), Super Incubators (x1), Lucky Egg (x2), Rare Candy XL (x2), Lure Module (x2)
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Level 46
18 million xp required
Win 30 Raids using a team of all unique Pokémon species
Win a three-star Raid using only Pokémon with 1500 CP or less
Power up 6 Pokémon to their max CP
Get 20 Platinum Medals
Completion Rewards: Ultra Balls (x30), Max Potion (x25), Razz Berry (x25), Max Revives (x20), Razz Berry (x20), Egg Incubator (x1), Premium Raid Pass (x1), Rare Candy XL (x1),
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Level 47
21 million xp required
Receive 20 souvenirs from your buddy
Earn 300 Hearts with your buddy
Walk 200 km with your buddy
Walk 25km in a week 8 times
Completion Rewards: Ultra Balls (x30), Max Potion (x25) Max Revives (x20), Nanab Berry (x25), Egg Incubators (x1), Premium Raid Pass (x1), Rare Candy XL (x1)
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POKEMON GO LEGACY 40 RESEARCH TASKS
The Legacy 40 Challenge in Pokémon Go will reward trainers who have reached Level 40 by the end of 2020. Most of the research tasks will reward trainers with rare Pokémon encounters and earn the Gyarados Cap for their avatar.
Here's the four sets of research tasks that trainers will have to complete:
Power up Pokémon 10 times - Stardust (x1000)
Catch 15 Pokémon - Star Piece (x3)
Make 5 Nice Throws - 1000xp
Completion rewards: Stardust (x1000), Rufflet encounter, 1000xp
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Catch 15 different species of Pokémon - Stardust (x1000)
Transfer 10 Pokémon - Unova Stone (x1)
Use 15 Pinap Berries to catch Pokémon - 1000xp
Completion rewards: Stardust (x1000), Premium Raid Pass (x3), 1000xp
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Make 3 Great Curveball Throws - Stardust (x1000)
Win 3 Raids - Sinnoh Stone (x1)
Give your buddy 10 treats - 1000xp
Completion rewards: Stardust (x1000), Super Incubator (x3), 1000xp
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Claim Reward - Stardust (x5000)
Claim Reward - Deino encounter
Claim Reward - 1000xp
Completion rewards: Stardust (x5000), Archen encounter, Gyarados Cap
Have you reached Level 40 yet? How far are you in reaching Level 50? Let us know in the comments section.


newsweek--2020-11-30--This Invitation to Work Remotely in Hawaii Is Pretty Tempting

This year has introduced a lot of `` new normals , '' one of which being widespread instances of companies allowing their employees to work either partially or entirely from home .
After almost a year of adapting to various new normals , a change in routine might be a very welcomed opportunity for some .
Though many states are seeing tremendous spikes in COVID-19 cases , one place in the U.S. has managed to keep their numbers relatively low — Hawaii .
According to Hawaii 's Department of Health , there were 17,840 cases of COVID-19 as of November @ @ @ @ @ @ @ continental United States begins seeing colder temperatures and fewer opportunities to get outdoors safely , Hawaii might be the escape you 've been looking for .
Beginning over the weekend , Hawaii introduced their `` Movers & Shakas '' program , which invites previous residents as well as other U.S. residents new to the islands , to move to Hawaii to take working remotely to the next level .
The first 50 applicants approved starting Sunday receive a free , roundtrip ticket to Honolulu .
Applicants pledge to respect Hawaii 's culture and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hours a week to helping a local nonprofit .
The program was introduced as a way to help `` diversify '' Hawaii 's economy .
The hope is that now , in this new normal of working remotely , people will find less reason to stay put , and more reason to find a place to work from with a prettier— and warmer — backdrop .
Those who are chosen will be required to live in Hawaii for at least a consecutive 30 days , though longer stays are encouraged .
Once you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to pack up your things and start your new chapter — any longer and your award will be forfeited .
While it might seem too good to be true — to some local residents , it just might be .
Lifelong Kaui resident Jonathon Medeiros told the AP that seeing an airline ad aimed toward remote workers made him feel uncomfortable .
`` We just get portrayed as this paradise , a place for you to come and play , '' Medeiros told AP .
`` And there 's such privilege involved in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ aspect might add a bit more depth to the program 's purpose — requiring that all who take advantage of `` Movers & Shakas '' to immerse themselves into their communities to some extent .
The program also presents concerns in regard to public housing , which the state is struggling with already — could welcoming in a high volume of outsiders seeking housing , push up housing prices ?
`` Movers & Shakas '' responds to this concern on their website by saying `` The initial M & S program will not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ economic shifts , but will give locals an opportunity to get data on what effects a larger movement might have . ''
For those not looking to commit to buying a home or apartment , as part of the program `` Movers & Shakas '' is offering hotel significant hotel discounts in Waikiki .
Though still working to finalize a list of non-profit partners for participants to work with , the first partnership is with Girl Scouts of Hawai ' i .
For more information and to apply go to the Movers and @ @ @

This year has introduced a lot of "new normals," one of which being widespread instances of companies allowing their employees to work either partially or entirely from home. After almost a year of adapting to various new normals, a change in routine might be a very welcomed opportunity for some.
Though many states are seeing tremendous spikes in COVID-19 cases, one place in the U.S. has managed to keep their numbers relatively low — Hawaii. According to Hawaii's Department of Health, there were 17,840 cases of COVID-19 as of November 29 throughout the state. As the continental United States begins seeing colder temperatures and fewer opportunities to get outdoors safely, Hawaii might be the escape you've been looking for.
Beginning over the weekend, Hawaii introduced their "Movers & Shakas" program, which invites previous residents as well as other U.S. residents new to the islands, to move to Hawaii to take working remotely to the next level.
Movers and Shakas is offering discounted hotel stays for participants in Waikiki. yuruphoto
The first 50 applicants approved starting Sunday receive a free, roundtrip ticket to Honolulu. Applicants pledge to respect Hawaii's culture and natural resources and participants must commit several hours a week to helping a local nonprofit.
The program was introduced as a way to help "diversify" Hawaii's economy. The hope is that now, in this new normal of working remotely, people will find less reason to stay put, and more reason to find a place to work from with a prettier— and warmer — backdrop.
Those who are chosen will be required to live in Hawaii for at least a consecutive 30 days, though longer stays are encouraged. Once you are selected, you have one month to pack up your things and start your new chapter — any longer and your award will be forfeited.
While it might seem too good to be true — to some local residents, it just might be. Lifelong Kaui resident Jonathon Medeiros told the AP that seeing an airline ad aimed toward remote workers made him feel uncomfortable.
"We just get portrayed as this paradise, a place for you to come and play," Medeiros told AP. "And there's such privilege involved in that attitude."
Mia Sloan checks the details of how to receive proof of her in-airport COVID-19 test results for a flight to Hawaii after being denied boarding earlier because her previous testing laboratory was not on Hawaii's list of approved labs at Los Angeles International Airport on November 18, 2020. PATRICK FALLON/AFP
The community service aspect might add a bit more depth to the program's purpose — requiring that all who take advantage of "Movers & Shakas" to immerse themselves into their communities to some extent.
The program also presents concerns in regard to public housing, which the state is struggling with already — could welcoming in a high volume of outsiders seeking housing, push up housing prices?
"Movers & Shakas" responds to this concern on their website by saying "The initial M&S program will not be big enough to cause any significant economic shifts, but will give locals an opportunity to get data on what effects a larger movement might have."
For those not looking to commit to buying a home or apartment, as part of the program "Movers & Shakas" is offering hotel significant hotel discounts in Waikiki. Though still working to finalize a list of non-profit partners for participants to work with, the first partnership is with Girl Scouts of Hawai'i.
For more information and to apply go to the Movers and Shakas website.


newsweek--2020-11-30--Proud Boys Member Threatens Armed Revolt Outside Giuliani Meeting: 'Not Going to Stand Back and Stan

Proud Boys Member Threatens Armed Revolt Outside Giuliani Meeting: 'Not Going to Stand Back and Stand By Anymore'

A member of the Proud Boys threatened an armed revolt during a `` Stop the Steal '' rally in Phoenix , Arizona on Monday as President Donald Trump continues to push unverified claims of widespread voter fraud in an attempt to reverse his election defeat .
Pro-Trump protests have broken out in numerous states , with demonstrators demanding a recount of votes following President-elect Joe Biden 's win .
Since the group 's founding in 2016 , several Proud Boys members have been convicted of violent crimes in their efforts to fight the left and support Trump 's conservative agenda @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ohio , the president told the group to `` stand back and stand by '' when asked by the moderator to condemn white supremacists and militia groups .
The Proud Boys , who viewed Trump 's comment as support , celebrated on social media afterward as the president faced intense backlash , with critics accusing him of rhetoric that encourages violence .
As Trump 's chances of overturning the election continues to diminish , one member on Monday urged the group to `` fight back '' against the rigged election and Democratic COVID @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Phoenix , Arizona—taking place outside of where Rudy Giuliani was meeting with GOP lawmakers to cast doubt on Trump 's loss in the state—one member told the crowd , `` It is the moment that we 've got to fight back . ''
`` At the moment , we 're free .
But the moment they start trying to take our Constitution is the moment the Second Amendment kicks in , '' he said .
`` It 's the moment where we 've got to start telling them , we 're not taking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ going to 'stand back and stand by ' anymore .
We 're standing up and going after you if you come after us , '' the man added .
Biden has secured 306 Electoral College votes , but Trump , with 232 Electoral College votes , has refused to concede .
Since Election Day , his campaign has repeatedly insisted without evidence that widespread voter fraud caused Trump 's loss , filing nearly three dozen lawsuits in swing states seeking to overturn the election results .
But the suits have been routinely tossed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Republicans have urged him to concede .
The Proud Boys was founded by Vice Media co-founder Gavin McInnes in 2016 .
The FBI listed the far-right group as an `` extremist group '' with ties to white nationalism '' two years later .
The Southern Poverty Law Center has also labeled them a hate group `` known for anti-Muslim and misogynistic rhetoric . ''
After the death of George Floyd in police custody , the Proud Boys hosted several rallies in Portland , Oregon condemning the Black Lives Matter movement .
Newsweek @ @ @ @ @ @ @ comment .

A member of the Proud Boys threatened an armed revolt during a "Stop the Steal" rally in Phoenix, Arizona on Monday as President Donald Trump continues to push unverified claims of widespread voter fraud in an attempt to reverse his election defeat.
Pro-Trump protests have broken out in numerous states, with demonstrators demanding a recount of votes following President-elect Joe Biden's win. Since the group's founding in 2016, several Proud Boys members have been convicted of violent crimes in their efforts to fight the left and support Trump's conservative agenda. During the first presidential debate in Ohio, the president told the group to "stand back and stand by" when asked by the moderator to condemn white supremacists and militia groups.
The Proud Boys, who viewed Trump's comment as support, celebrated on social media afterward as the president faced intense backlash, with critics accusing him of rhetoric that encourages violence. As Trump's chances of overturning the election continues to diminish, one member on Monday urged the group to "fight back" against the rigged election and Democratic COVID restrictions.
Large groups of Proud Boys join tens of thousands of Trump supporters to rally and march to declare the 2020 Presidential election results a fraud on November 14, 2020 in Washington, D.C. Andrew Lichtenstein/Getty
Speaking at the rally in Phoenix, Arizona—taking place outside of where Rudy Giuliani was meeting with GOP lawmakers to cast doubt on Trump's loss in the state—one member told the crowd, "It is the moment that we've got to fight back."
"At the moment, we're free. But the moment they start trying to take our Constitution is the moment the Second Amendment kicks in," he said. "It's the moment where we've got to start telling them, we're not taking it anymore.
"We're not going to 'stand back and stand by' anymore. We're standing up and going after you if you come after us," the man added.
“We’re not gonna stand back and stand by anymore.” A member of the Proud Boys comes to speak at the Stop the Steal rally #Arizona #Phoenix #Election2020 pic.twitter.com/jOm3X9zTAV — Brendan Gutenschwager (@BGOnTheScene) November 30, 2020
Biden has secured 306 Electoral College votes, but Trump, with 232 Electoral College votes, has refused to concede. Since Election Day, his campaign has repeatedly insisted without evidence that widespread voter fraud caused Trump's loss, filing nearly three dozen lawsuits in swing states seeking to overturn the election results. But the suits have been routinely tossed out of court and a growing number of Republicans have urged him to concede.
The Proud Boys was founded by Vice Media co-founder Gavin McInnes in 2016. The FBI listed the far-right group as an "extremist group" with ties to white nationalism" two years later. The Southern Poverty Law Center has also labeled them a hate group "known for anti-Muslim and misogynistic rhetoric."
After the death of George Floyd in police custody, the Proud Boys hosted several rallies in Portland, Oregon condemning the Black Lives Matter movement.
Newsweek reached out to the Trump campaign for comment.


newsweek--2020-12-01--Prince Harry's Godmother 'Died Suddenly, but Peacefully,' Family Reveal

Prince Harry 's Godmother , Lady Celia Vestey , has died `` suddenly , but peacefully , '' her family have said .
The Duke of Sussex has reached out to her children .
Lady Celia was a close friend of Queen Elizabeth II and married to a trusted former member of the monarch 's staff , Sam Vestey , who was Master of the Horse .
The 71-year-old was close to Elizabeth , through their shared love of horse racing , and also to Harry 's father Prince Charles .
Harry has been in touch with the family since @ @ @ @ @ @ @ told Newsweek , stating : `` The Duke has been in touch with her children and his thoughts are with her family . ''
News of the tragedy emerged in a death notice published in Tuesday 's edition of the Daily Telegraph newspaper .
It reads : `` Celia Elizabeth SRN BA .
Died suddenly , but peacefully , on Saturday 28th November , aged 71 years .
`` Adored wife of Sam .
Much loved mother of William , Arthur and Mary and loving Granny of Ella , Frankie , Sam and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , but donations gratefully received in Celia 's memory to Ebony Horse Club . ''
Lady Celia was a guest at Prince Harry 's wedding to Meghan Markle at St George 's Chapel , in Windsor Castle , in May 2018 .
She joined A-list celebrities like George and Amal Clooney and Elton John to celebrate Harry and Meghan 's touching ceremony , broadcast to a global audience of millions .
In addition to husband Sam 's role with the queen 's horses , her son William was a Page of Honour for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was 15 , the Daily Mail reported .
The news comes after Meghan last week revealed she suffered a miscarriage over the summer , losing her second child while holding baby Archie .
In a New York Times essay , Meghan wrote : `` After changing his diaper , I felt a sharp cramp .
I dropped to the floor with him in my arms , humming a lullaby to keep us both calm , the cheerful tune a stark contrast to my sense that something was not right .
`` I knew @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , that I was losing my second .
`` Hours later , I lay in a hospital bed , holding my husband 's hand .
I felt the clamminess of his palm and kissed his knuckles , wet from both our tears .
`` Staring at the cold white walls , my eyes glazed over .
I tried to imagine how we 'd heal . ''

Prince Harry's Godmother, Lady Celia Vestey, has died "suddenly, but peacefully," her family have said. The Duke of Sussex has reached out to her children.
Lady Celia was a close friend of Queen Elizabeth II and married to a trusted former member of the monarch's staff, Sam Vestey, who was Master of the Horse.
The 71-year-old was close to Elizabeth, through their shared love of horse racing, and also to Harry's father Prince Charles.
Harry has been in touch with the family since the tragedy on Saturday, a source told Newsweek, stating: "The Duke has been in touch with her children and his thoughts are with her family."
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle visit the Los Angeles National Cemetery to mark Remembrance Sunday, when Britain commemorates its war dead, on Sunday, November 8, 2020. He had been in touch with the family of Lady Celia Vestey after she passed away. Lee Morgan
News of the tragedy emerged in a death notice published in Tuesday's edition of the Daily Telegraph newspaper.
It reads: "Celia Elizabeth SRN BA. Died suddenly, but peacefully, on Saturday 28th November, aged 71 years.
"Adored wife of Sam. Much loved mother of William, Arthur and Mary and loving Granny of Ella, Frankie, Sam and Cosima.
"Private family funeral. Memorial service later.
"Family flowers only please, but donations gratefully received in Celia's memory to Ebony Horse Club."
Lady Celia was a guest at Prince Harry's wedding to Meghan Markle at St George's Chapel, in Windsor Castle, in May 2018.
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She joined A-list celebrities like George and Amal Clooney and Elton John to celebrate Harry and Meghan's touching ceremony, broadcast to a global audience of millions.
In addition to husband Sam's role with the queen's horses, her son William was a Page of Honour for Elizabeth for three years ending when he was 15, the Daily Mail reported.
The news comes after Meghan last week revealed she suffered a miscarriage over the summer, losing her second child while holding baby Archie.
In a New York Times essay, Meghan wrote: "After changing his diaper, I felt a sharp cramp. I dropped to the floor with him in my arms, humming a lullaby to keep us both calm, the cheerful tune a stark contrast to my sense that something was not right.
Queen Elizabeth II and Lady Celia Vestey attend day 4 'Gold Cup Day' of the Cheltenham Festival at Cheltenham Racecourse on March 13, 2009 in Cheltenham, England. Lady Celia died on Saturday, November 28, according to a death notice in the Daily Telegraph. Max Mumby/Getty
"I knew, as I clutched my firstborn child, that I was losing my second.
"Hours later, I lay in a hospital bed, holding my husband's hand. I felt the clamminess of his palm and kissed his knuckles, wet from both our tears.
"Staring at the cold white walls, my eyes glazed over. I tried to imagine how we'd heal."


newsweek--2020-12-01--NBA Chief Adam Silver Says There Is "No data" to Support Trump, Cruz Claims That Backing BLM Hit TV

NBA Chief Adam Silver Says There Is "No data" to Support Trump, Cruz Claims That Backing BLM Hit TV Ratings

NBA commissioner Adam Silver has dismissed the suggestion the league 's decision to support the Black Lives Matter movement was to blame for a decline in TV ratings .
In October , President Donald Trump and Senator Ted Cruz ( R-TX ) suggested the NBA only had itself to blame for the low TV ratings that blighted the NBA Finals .
Cruz claimed the NBA had `` decided to insult half of its fans '' with its social justice stance , which Trump suggested had caused fans to tune out as there was `` zero interest '' in the NBA @ @ @ @ @ @ @ viewers tuned in on ABC to watch the Los Angeles Lakers defeat the Miami Heat in six games to clinch a first NBA title in 10 years , a a 51 percent decline from the previous year .
In a wide-ranging interview with GQ , however , Silver refuted the claim the league 's involvement in social campaigns had negatively affected its ratings .
`` Now , some people might suggest that the words Black Lives Matter are causing massive amounts of people to tune out the NBA .
There 's absolutely no @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Silver suggested the league had registered an increase in following due to its social justice stand .
`` There 's no doubt there are some people—and whether or not they were truly our fans to begin with is unclear—who have become further engaged with the league because they believe in our players and they believe in the positions they 've taken , even if they do n't agree with everything they say , '' he added .
`` They respect their right to speak out on issues that are important to them @ @ @ @ @ @ @ erupted across the U.S. in the wake of George Floyd 's death and the shooting of Jacob Blake , the NBA emerged as one of the loudest voices calling for an end to racial discrimination and police brutality .
The league was at the forefront of social justice campaigns and threw its weight threw its support behind the BLM movement—although Silver has repeatedly made clear the league supported the movement 's broader values , rather than the organization directly .
The BLM logo was displayed on the courts in Orlando , Florida , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic .
Players took a knee before games and were allowed to wear display social justice messages on their jerseys .
Silver admitted the issue with the NBA 's support of the BLM movement stemmed from the way some chose to interpret it .
`` I could bang the table all day long and say , 'No , our support of Black Lives Matter , that is a social justice movement in which 25 million people took to the streets in the United States to support , ' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have chosen to label Black Lives Matter as an anti-American Marxist organization .
And I recognize because that 's written on our floor , we have to own that point of view as well . ''
While the NBA Finals ratings cratered , the drop came with several major caveats .
Firstly , the coronavirus pandemic left the NBA Finals in the unfamiliar scenario of battling the NFL and the MLB for audience .
The four-month hiatus forced the NBA to schedule its Finals in October , meaning the series clashed against the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 3 marked the first time an NBA Finals game came up against Sunday Night Football ) college football and the NHL playoffs .
Of the six games in the NBA Finals , with the exception of Game 3 all partially overlapped with the MLB postseason—at times with more than one matchup—and a similar situation unfolded during the Conference Finals , when all but one of the 11 combined games clashed with the MLB regular season .
Furthermore , the NBA is n't alone in suffering from the fragmentation of viewership due to the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in-season simultaneously .
The NFL reported a 13 percent dip in viewership through the first five weeks of the regular season , while the MLB Division series and the Stanley Cup reported a 40 percent and 61 percent decline from 12 months ago .
Additionally , with an election looming large on the horizon , Americans paid more attention to politics than to sports .
According to Nielsen data , the audience for CNN , Fox News and MSNBC during the first five nights of the NBA Finals surged by 78 % to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Americans watched less TV than a year ago .
In the first five nights of the NBA Finals this year , approximately 76.2 million people watched TV , a 9 percent decline compared with the first five games of the NBA Finals in 2019 .
Silver added he was proud of the NBA 's increased civic engagement and pointed out that 90 percent of players were now registered to vote .
Additionally , 23 NBA teams used their arenas or training facilities as registration site , polling or voting center for the presidential @ @ @ @

NBA commissioner Adam Silver has dismissed the suggestion the league's decision to support the Black Lives Matter movement was to blame for a decline in TV ratings.
In October, President Donald Trump and Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) suggested the NBA only had itself to blame for the low TV ratings that blighted the NBA Finals.
Cruz claimed the NBA had "decided to insult half of its fans" with its social justice stance, which Trump suggested had caused fans to tune out as there was "zero interest" in the NBA Finals.
An average of 7.5 million viewers tuned in on ABC to watch the Los Angeles Lakers defeat the Miami Heat in six games to clinch a first NBA title in 10 years, a a 51 percent decline from the previous year.
In a wide-ranging interview with GQ, however, Silver refuted the claim the league's involvement in social campaigns had negatively affected its ratings.
"Now, some people might suggest that the words Black Lives Matter are causing massive amounts of people to tune out the NBA. There's absolutely no data to support that."
Conversely, Silver suggested the league had registered an increase in following due to its social justice stand.
"There's no doubt there are some people—and whether or not they were truly our fans to begin with is unclear—who have become further engaged with the league because they believe in our players and they believe in the positions they've taken, even if they don't agree with everything they say," he added.
"They respect their right to speak out on issues that are important to them."
As social unrest and protests erupted across the U.S. in the wake of George Floyd's death and the shooting of Jacob Blake, the NBA emerged as one of the loudest voices calling for an end to racial discrimination and police brutality.
The league was at the forefront of social justice campaigns and threw its weight threw its support behind the BLM movement—although Silver has repeatedly made clear the league supported the movement's broader values, rather than the organization directly.
The BLM logo was displayed on the courts in Orlando, Florida, where the season resumed following a four-month lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Players took a knee before games and were allowed to wear display social justice messages on their jerseys. Silver admitted the issue with the NBA's support of the BLM movement stemmed from the way some chose to interpret it.
"I could bang the table all day long and say, 'No, our support of Black Lives Matter, that is a social justice movement in which 25 million people took to the streets in the United States to support,'" he added.
"Yet others have chosen to label Black Lives Matter as an anti-American Marxist organization. And I recognize because that's written on our floor, we have to own that point of view as well."
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver is interviewed before Game 3 of the 2020 NBA Finals between the Miami Heat and the Los Angeles Lakers at AdventHealth Arena at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on October 4 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Kevin C. Cox/Getty
While the NBA Finals ratings cratered, the drop came with several major caveats.
Firstly, the coronavirus pandemic left the NBA Finals in the unfamiliar scenario of battling the NFL and the MLB for audience.
The four-month hiatus forced the NBA to schedule its Finals in October, meaning the series clashed against the MLB playoffs, the NFL (Game 3 marked the first time an NBA Finals game came up against Sunday Night Football) college football and the NHL playoffs.
Of the six games in the NBA Finals, with the exception of Game 3 all partially overlapped with the MLB postseason—at times with more than one matchup—and a similar situation unfolded during the Conference Finals, when all but one of the 11 combined games clashed with the MLB regular season.
Furthermore, the NBA isn't alone in suffering from the fragmentation of viewership due to the unusual circumstances of having multiple major sports in-season simultaneously.
The NFL reported a 13 percent dip in viewership through the first five weeks of the regular season, while the MLB Division series and the Stanley Cup reported a 40 percent and 61 percent decline from 12 months ago.
Additionally, with an election looming large on the horizon, Americans paid more attention to politics than to sports. According to Nielsen data, the audience for CNN, Fox News and MSNBC during the first five nights of the NBA Finals surged by 78% to 8.7 million.
Generally, however, Americans watched less TV than a year ago. In the first five nights of the NBA Finals this year, approximately 76.2 million people watched TV, a 9 percent decline compared with the first five games of the NBA Finals in 2019.
Silver added he was proud of the NBA's increased civic engagement and pointed out that 90 percent of players were now registered to vote.
Additionally, 23 NBA teams used their arenas or training facilities as registration site, polling or voting center for the presidential election last month.


newsweek--2020-12-01--Were Your Giving Tuesday Donations Matched by Facebook? Here's How to Check

In honor of Giving Tuesday , which falls on the first day of December this year , Facebook announced plans to match up donations made to qualifying fundraisers .
The social media network will match donations offered to nonprofit organizations and charities throughout the day until the company reaches its $ 7 million fund cap .
Facebook will match donations on a first-come , first-serve basis beginning on Tuesday in an attempt to raise awareness of the many charities across the globe and encourage generosity among citizens of the world .
Facebook will begin the day matching 100 percent of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ its first $ 2 million-matches made .
That means , if you donate $ 100 to a charity of your choosing through Facebook , the network will also donate $ 100 to that charity .
The remaining $ 5 million in donations will be matched at a 10 percent rate .
Donors should be mindful that there is a cap on the amount Facebook will match qualifying donations .
In effort to spread out all the generosity and ensure many nonprofits and organizations are helped on Giving Tuesday , Facebook will only match @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by actual nonprofits while match caps made by individual donors are set at $ 20,000 .
All US-based 501 ( c ) ( 3 ) nonprofit organizations are able to receive matched-donations through Facebook .
Givers will have to wait a while to learn whether or not Facebook matched donations .
The social media site said information on the status of the matched donations wo n't likely be available until at least mid-January 2021 .
Participants can track information on the status of the match through the `` Facebook Pay '' tab within @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
They 'll also receive an official notification from Facebook once the match is complete .
Those looking for charities to support during Giving Tuesday can find dozens of them on Facebook 's `` Fundraisers '' page .
Launched in 2012 , Giving Tuesday has become a global movement to inspire generosity .
While Facebook plans to do its part by matching monetary donations , there are multiple ways people around the world can participate in the day that do n't necessarily require spending money .
The mission of Giving Tuesday is simply @ @ @ @ @ @ @ gracious and inspires people to work together and help one another , according to the Giving Tuesday website .
`` Whether it 's making someone smile , helping a neighbor or stranger out , showing up for an issue or people we care about , or giving some of what we have to those who need our help , every act of generosity counts and everyone has something to give , '' it 's mission statement reads .

In honor of Giving Tuesday, which falls on the first day of December this year, Facebook announced plans to match up donations made to qualifying fundraisers. The social media network will match donations offered to nonprofit organizations and charities throughout the day until the company reaches its $7 million fund cap.
Facebook will match donations on a first-come, first-serve basis beginning on Tuesday in an attempt to raise awareness of the many charities across the globe and encourage generosity among citizens of the world.
Facebook will begin the day matching 100 percent of the first donations until the company reaches its first $2 million-matches made. That means, if you donate $100 to a charity of your choosing through Facebook, the network will also donate $100 to that charity. The remaining $5 million in donations will be matched at a 10 percent rate.
Donors should be mindful that there is a cap on the amount Facebook will match qualifying donations. In effort to spread out all the generosity and ensure many nonprofits and organizations are helped on Giving Tuesday, Facebook will only match donations of up to $100,000 made by actual nonprofits while match caps made by individual donors are set at $20,000. All US-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations are able to receive matched-donations through Facebook.
Givers will have to wait a while to learn whether or not Facebook matched donations. The social media site said information on the status of the matched donations won't likely be available until at least mid-January 2021. Participants can track information on the status of the match through the "Facebook Pay" tab within their individual Facebook "Settings" page. They'll also receive an official notification from Facebook once the match is complete.
Those looking for charities to support during Giving Tuesday can find dozens of them on Facebook's "Fundraisers" page.
Facebook will match $7 million in donations made through the social media platform on the annual Giving Tuesday on December 1, 2020. iStock / Getty Images Plus
Launched in 2012, Giving Tuesday has become a global movement to inspire generosity. While Facebook plans to do its part by matching monetary donations, there are multiple ways people around the world can participate in the day that don't necessarily require spending money. The mission of Giving Tuesday is simply to foster a society that is more gracious and inspires people to work together and help one another, according to the Giving Tuesday website.
"Whether it's making someone smile, helping a neighbor or stranger out, showing up for an issue or people we care about, or giving some of what we have to those who need our help, every act of generosity counts and everyone has something to give," it's mission statement reads.


newsweek--2020-12-01--World AIDS Day 2020: Theme, History and Facts about HIV and AIDS

World AIDS Day is an opportunity for people to come together worldwide ( this year virtually ) in order to fight against HIV and AIDS .
It takes place every year on December 1 , and was first observed in 1988 .
World AIDS Day also shows support for people living with HIV , along with remembering those who died from an AIDS-related sickness .
It is observed by all members of the United Nations .
The first case of HIV was reported in 1981 , and was initially common among gay men .
According to the World AIDS Day @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people worldwide who have the virus , and over 35 million people have died from HIV or AIDS .
HIV can be contracted through the transmission of bodily fluids .
When a human contracts HIV ( Human Immunodeficiency Virus ) , they become HIV positive , and unlike other viruses , this one never goes away .
If untreated , HIV can lead to AIDS ( Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome ) , leaving someone diagnosed with it vulnerable to other diseases such as cancer .
The Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have been reduced by 60 % since the peak in 2004 . ''
However , there is no cure for HIV or AIDS , and unfortunately there is a lot of stigma surrounding the illness .
Ending the HIV Epidemic : A Plan for America ( which was announced in 2019 ) points out four key things we can do to eliminate the HIV/AIDS epidemic : diagnosing people with HIV as early as possible , treating folks with HIV rapidly , preventing new infections by implementing pre-exposure prophylaxis ( PrEP ) and syringe @ @ @ @ @ @ @ responding quickly to potential HIV outbreaks .
Every year , the World AIDS Days focus on a different theme .
Since 2008 , the theme is chosen by the Global Steering Committee of the World AIDS Campaign ( WAC ) .
HIV.gov revealed that this year 's theme is : Ending the HIV/AIDS Epidemic : Resilience and Impact .
They are used year-round as a worldwide effort to call attention to the epidemic at major global events .
You can show your solidarity with the millions of people affected by AIDS by wearing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ buy on the World AIDS Day website .
The red ribbon became an international symbol for the epidemic in 1991 .
The site also lists ways you can get involved in your community , at your school , and at your workplace .
The Centers for Disease and Control recommended using the following hashtags to spread awareness : # WorldAIDSDay , # WAD2020 , # StopHIVTogether , and # EndHIVEpidemic .
Additionally , you can show your support throughout the year by signing up for the National AIDS Trust 's mailing list .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ data concerning HIV , and learn how to get involved as an activist or volunteer .

World AIDS Day is an opportunity for people to come together worldwide (this year virtually) in order to fight against HIV and AIDS. It takes place every year on December 1, and was first observed in 1988. World AIDS Day also shows support for people living with HIV, along with remembering those who died from an AIDS-related sickness. It is observed by all members of the United Nations.
The first case of HIV was reported in 1981, and was initially common among gay men. According to the World AIDS Day website, there are currently 38 million people worldwide who have the virus, and over 35 million people have died from HIV or AIDS.
HIV can be contracted through the transmission of bodily fluids. When a human contracts HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus), they become HIV positive, and unlike other viruses, this one never goes away. If untreated, HIV can lead to AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome), leaving someone diagnosed with it vulnerable to other diseases such as cancer.
The Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS, UNAIDS, notes that "AIDS-related deaths have been reduced by 60% since the peak in 2004." However, there is no cure for HIV or AIDS, and unfortunately there is a lot of stigma surrounding the illness.
University students display red ribbons during an event to promote the awareness of Aids at the Sichuan University on the World Aids Day today, December 1, 2009 in Chengdu of Sichuan Province, China. China Photos/Getty Images
Ending the HIV Epidemic: A Plan for America (which was announced in 2019) points out four key things we can do to eliminate the HIV/AIDS epidemic: diagnosing people with HIV as early as possible, treating folks with HIV rapidly, preventing new infections by implementing pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and syringe services programs (SSPs), and responding quickly to potential HIV outbreaks.
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Every year, the World AIDS Days focus on a different theme. Since 2008, the theme is chosen by the Global Steering Committee of the World AIDS Campaign (WAC). HIV.gov revealed that this year's theme is: Ending the HIV/AIDS Epidemic: Resilience and Impact. They are used year-round as a worldwide effort to call attention to the epidemic at major global events.
You can show your solidarity with the millions of people affected by AIDS by wearing a red ribbon, which you can buy on the World AIDS Day website. The red ribbon became an international symbol for the epidemic in 1991.
The site also lists ways you can get involved in your community, at your school, and at your workplace. The Centers for Disease and Control recommended using the following hashtags to spread awareness: #WorldAIDSDay, #WAD2020, #StopHIVTogether, and #EndHIVEpidemic.
Additionally, you can show your support throughout the year by signing up for the National AIDS Trust's mailing list. You'll stay up-to-date with studies and data concerning HIV, and learn how to get involved as an activist or volunteer.


newsweek--2020-12-01--Child Bride, 13, Broke China's Marriage Law, Regulator Says

A 13-year-old child bride is to be ordered back to school after she and her 17-year-old boyfriend broke Chinese marriage law , a regulator said on Saturday .
Civil affairs officials can not validate the marriage as Chinese law only permits unions for men 22 years or older and women above the age of 20 .
The underage newlyweds became a trending topic on China 's social media platforms after a video showed them taking part in a wedding feast in their native village of Fengxin on Thursday .
According to their respective families , the teenagers had met online @ @ @ @ @ @ @ year before being married under local customs in the Guiyu , a town in Shantou in southern China 's Guangdong Province .
The town government investigated the contents of the video and found the `` husband and wife '' —identified only by their family names Lu and Zhuang—had broken marriage law , an online statement read on Saturday .
They had not tried to validate their marriage at their local Civil Affairs Bureau , the municipality said .
The office would not have been able to do so lawfully , Chengdu-based Red Star @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had already left school , while their families permitted the wedding on November 26 due to a `` thin '' understanding of the country 's marriage law , the local government added .
The regulator said the 13-year-old was returned to her parents , who still bear responsibility as her legal guardians .
The municipality would also facilitate the girl 's return to school under provisions in China 's policy of at least nine years of compulsory education .
Guiyu Town said investigations into the incident were still ongoing , but it was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the unlawful marriage .
Chinese Communist Party newspaper Global Times said the Zhuang family may have broken the law by pulling their daughter out of school .
A Fengxin village spokesperson told Red Star News that underage marriages were `` very rare '' but admitted officials needed to raise the level of general education among minors .
Under normal circumstances , offenses including statutory rape of a minor under the age of 14 would apply if the couple had had sexual intercourse , a lawyer told the publication .
But as the boy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of 18 , he would not be criminally liable .
Global Times noted that China 's Minor Protection Law forbids parents or other guardians from permitting or forcing minors into marriage .
Low education and lack of knowledge of the law in rural areas were still major obstacles in China 's grassroots development , an expert told the paper .

A 13-year-old child bride is to be ordered back to school after she and her 17-year-old boyfriend broke Chinese marriage law, a regulator said on Saturday.
Civil affairs officials cannot validate the marriage as Chinese law only permits unions for men 22 years or older and women above the age of 20.
The underage newlyweds became a trending topic on China's social media platforms after a video showed them taking part in a wedding feast in their native village of Fengxin on Thursday.
According to their respective families, the teenagers had met online and were in a relationship for a year before being married under local customs in the Guiyu, a town in Shantou in southern China's Guangdong Province.
The town government investigated the contents of the video and found the "husband and wife"—identified only by their family names Lu and Zhuang—had broken marriage law, an online statement read on Saturday.
They had not tried to validate their marriage at their local Civil Affairs Bureau, the municipality said. The office would not have been able to do so lawfully, Chengdu-based Red Star News reported on Sunday.
Both teenagers had already left school, while their families permitted the wedding on November 26 due to a "thin" understanding of the country's marriage law, the local government added.
The regulator said the 13-year-old was returned to her parents, who still bear responsibility as her legal guardians. The municipality would also facilitate the girl's return to school under provisions in China's policy of at least nine years of compulsory education.
Guiyu Town said investigations into the incident were still ongoing, but it was unclear whether either family faced charges for the unlawful marriage.
Chinese Communist Party newspaper Global Times said the Zhuang family may have broken the law by pulling their daughter out of school.
A Fengxin village spokesperson told Red Star News that underage marriages were "very rare" but admitted officials needed to raise the level of general education among minors.
Under normal circumstances, offenses including statutory rape of a minor under the age of 14 would apply if the couple had had sexual intercourse, a lawyer told the publication. But as the boy is himself a minor under the age of 18, he would not be criminally liable.
Global Times noted that China's Minor Protection Law forbids parents or other guardians from permitting or forcing minors into marriage.
Low education and lack of knowledge of the law in rural areas were still major obstacles in China's grassroots development, an expert told the paper.


newsweek--2020-12-01--How Kate Middleton's Mother Will Involve George, Charlotte and Louis in Christmas Despite COVID

Prince George , Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis will help their grandmother decorate the Middleton family Christmas tree—despite COVID .
Kate Middleton 's mother Carole revealed through Instagram that she plans to let the royal children pick what goes where during a video call .
However , she joked she may have to switch the decorations around again afterward in the message , on the Instagram site for her company Party Pieces .
The message , signed off `` Yours , Carole , '' reads : `` For me , what really matters is that my family feels connected .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ me decorate the tree .
`` This year , I 'll ask them by video call to decide which decoration should go where .
It may need to be tastefully rearranged later ... !
`` Curating our Christmas ranges gave me some joy and escapism , and I hope they help you feel the same .
`` From alternative advent calendars to Christmas decorations and stocking fillers , Party Pieces has everything you need for this festive season , which we hope is a safe and happy one for all . ''
Middleton @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sunday Telegraph how she buys multiple trees so the royal children can have one of their own and `` decorate it themselves . ''
She said they have one fashionable tree and one covered in baubles .
That year she chose to offer a vegan option during their Christmas meal as the family sat down for Christmas dinner .
The Middleton 's may have some tough decisions to make this year as Britons have been given permission to form `` Christmas bubbles '' —but only with three households .
The restrictions mean Carole @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of their children to stay with them at their mansion in Bucklebury , Berkshire , but not all three .
Prince William and Kate may want to see the royals , either Queen Elizabeth II , or father Prince Charles or both .
However , if the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge choose to spend Christmas with the Middletons then either Kate 's sister Pippa or Kate 's brother James will have to make alternative plans .
The royal family 's own plans are still being finalized , with nothing yet formally announced @ @ @ @ @ @ @ queen would stick to the rules .
A palace source said : `` I do n't think Her Majesty has done anything since March which is n't within all the appropriate guidelines so you can safely assume she will be taking into account all the appropriate advice . ''
The royal family traditionally celebrate Christmas at Elizabeth 's estate in Sandringham , where they are usually seen walking to church on Christmas Day .
Plans may be different this year , however , due to the coronavirus pandemic , though under U.K. rules @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ahead .

Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis will help their grandmother decorate the Middleton family Christmas tree—despite COVID.
Kate Middleton's mother Carole revealed through Instagram that she plans to let the royal children pick what goes where during a video call.
However, she joked she may have to switch the decorations around again afterward in the message, on the Instagram site for her company Party Pieces.
The message, signed off "Yours, Carole," reads: "For me, what really matters is that my family feels connected.
"I normally let my grandchildren help me decorate the tree.
Prince William kisses son Prince George as they arrive at the Lindo Wing following the birth of Princess Charlotte on May 2, 2015 in London, England. Anwar Hussein/WireImage/Getty
"This year, I'll ask them by video call to decide which decoration should go where. It may need to be tastefully rearranged later...!
"Curating our Christmas ranges gave me some joy and escapism, and I hope they help you feel the same.
"From alternative advent calendars to Christmas decorations and stocking fillers, Party Pieces has everything you need for this festive season, which we hope is a safe and happy one for all."
Middleton revealed in a 2018 interview with the Sunday Telegraph how she buys multiple trees so the royal children can have one of their own and "decorate it themselves."
She said they have one fashionable tree and one covered in baubles.
That year she chose to offer a vegan option during their Christmas meal as the family sat down for Christmas dinner.
The Middleton's may have some tough decisions to make this year as Britons have been given permission to form "Christmas bubbles"—but only with three households.
The restrictions mean Carole and husband Michael Middleton can have two of their children to stay with them at their mansion in Bucklebury, Berkshire, but not all three.
Prince William and Kate may want to see the royals, either Queen Elizabeth II, or father Prince Charles or both.
However, if the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge choose to spend Christmas with the Middletons then either Kate's sister Pippa or Kate's brother James will have to make alternative plans.
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The royal family's own plans are still being finalized, with nothing yet formally announced, but insiders yesterday told Newsweek the queen would stick to the rules.
A palace source said: "I don't think Her Majesty has done anything since March which isn't within all the appropriate guidelines so you can safely assume she will be taking into account all the appropriate advice."
The royal family traditionally celebrate Christmas at Elizabeth's estate in Sandringham, where they are usually seen walking to church on Christmas Day.
Plans may be different this year, however, due to the coronavirus pandemic, though under U.K. rules religious gatherings will be allowed to go ahead.


newsweek--2020-12-01--Thousands Sign Up to Throw Eggs at Margaret Thatcher Statue

Over 2,000 people have signed up for an `` egg-throwing contest '' at the unveiling ceremony of a statue of former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher which will cost a local council £100,000 ( $ 133,000 ) just for the unveiling .
The hefty cost of the unveiling has prompted a backlash against South Kesteven District Council , with people furious that the council will have to underwrite the sum at a time of economic hardship as unemployment rises and businesses close during the COVID-19 pandemic .
Newsweek has asked the council why the unveiling of a statue in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but no response has been received so far .
The event has been organized by Kass Arif , who wrote : `` Bois and girls and me non binarys , we out here holding contest for egg throwing , lassos throwing , and potentially graffiti art .
Where are we doing this you might ask , well the in the wonderful city of Grantham , and we have a special target being made currently , a beautiful statue of the Iron Lady , now it 's a family friendly event so please be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Not sure on the unvaling of the statue but will change the date accordingly . ''
[ sic ] The bronze statue of the prime minister who became known as the iron lady costs £300,000 ( $ 400,000 ) , not including the unveiling , and was designed by sculptor Douglas Jennings .
The statute will also be placed on a 10ft high plinth to prevent it from being vandalized , with the entire structure over 20ft tall .
In a later Facebook post on the event page , Arif said that if @ @ @ @ @ @ @ then it fell on people to help each other during difficult times .
He wrote : `` Serious post now .
I really did n't expect the event to blow as big as it did.I started this to gain a reaction from people to question why we as a nation are putting statues before people , it 's a disgusting movement by the council who both know it will be met with disapproval and the fact that they have stated they want to put it on a 10ft plinth to stop vandals should @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` If a local council or even a government fails to provide for the nation then it falls on us to protect and help one another , regardless of class , wealth , race , sex , political stance , or age .
Let 's do something Great , stand in solidarity with the ones being effected right now , so if you can spare even a quid , donate it to the following go fund me . ''
[ sic ] The council has defended its decision to spend the money @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Kesteven District Council spokesperson told Newsweek : `` The cost of the statue was funded by The Public Memorials Appeal and further money to support the project was raised by the Grantham Community Heritage Association .
In the long-term , the statue is expected to attract more tourists to the area , providing a boost to the local economy .
`` Our expectation is that the full event costs will be met through public and business fund-raising and donations , although there is a need to allocate funding to underwrite the event .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ high level of interest and our priority is the safety of both residents and visitors .
As would be expected for an event of this scale , our proposal is to partner with an experienced events management company to ensure that the event runs safely and effectively . ''

Over 2,000 people have signed up for an "egg-throwing contest" at the unveiling ceremony of a statue of former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher which will cost a local council £100,000 ($133,000) just for the unveiling.
The hefty cost of the unveiling has prompted a backlash against South Kesteven District Council, with people furious that the council will have to underwrite the sum at a time of economic hardship as unemployment rises and businesses close during the COVID-19 pandemic. Newsweek has asked the council why the unveiling of a statue in the middle of a pandemic would cost £100,000 but no response has been received so far.
The event has been organized by Kass Arif, who wrote: "Bois and girls and me non binarys, we out here holding contest for egg throwing, lassos throwing, and potentially graffiti art. Where are we doing this you might ask, well the in the wonderful city of Grantham, and we have a special target being made currently, a beautiful statue of the Iron Lady, now it's a family friendly event so please be respectful and pick up ya litter. Not sure on the unvaling of the statue but will change the date accordingly." [sic]
The bronze statue of the prime minister who became known as the iron lady costs £300,000 ($400,000), not including the unveiling, and was designed by sculptor Douglas Jennings.
The statute will also be placed on a 10ft high plinth to prevent it from being vandalized, with the entire structure over 20ft tall. In a later Facebook post on the event page, Arif said that if the nation was putting people before statues then it fell on people to help each other during difficult times.
Margaret Thatcher was prime minister of the United Kingdom between 1979 to 1990.
He wrote: "Serious post now. I really didn't expect the event to blow as big as it did.I started this to gain a reaction from people to question why we as a nation are putting statues before people, it's a disgusting movement by the council who both know it will be met with disapproval and the fact that they have stated they want to put it on a 10ft plinth to stop vandals should of been a red flag for them.
"If a local council or even a government fails to provide for the nation then it falls on us to protect and help one another, regardless of class, wealth, race, sex, political stance, or age. Let's do something Great, stand in solidarity with the ones being effected right now, so if you can spare even a quid, donate it to the following go fund me." [sic]
The council has defended its decision to spend the money on the unveiling ceremony.
A South Kesteven District Council spokesperson told Newsweek: "The cost of the statue was funded by The Public Memorials Appeal and further money to support the project was raised by the Grantham Community Heritage Association. In the long-term, the statue is expected to attract more tourists to the area, providing a boost to the local economy.
"Our expectation is that the full event costs will be met through public and business fund-raising and donations, although there is a need to allocate funding to underwrite the event. The unveiling is expected to attract a high level of interest and our priority is the safety of both residents and visitors. As would be expected for an event of this scale, our proposal is to partner with an experienced events management company to ensure that the event runs safely and effectively."


newsweek--2020-12-01--Giving Tuesday 2020: 37 Top-Rated Charitable Organizations for Your Donations

After a weekend full of food , shopping and celebration , attention is shifting to charitable actions .
Americans will end their spending extravaganza with Cyber Monday and dive into the spirit of philanthropy on Giving Tuesday , which will occur on December 1 this year .
The day asks those who can afford it to give their time and money to charities that aim to make a difference in the lives of those in need .
From cancer organizations to animal rights groups , there are plenty of places to put your funding if you 're fortunate enough to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ handing over some of your hard-earned money , though , it 's important to research where your cash is actually going .
Checking the validity of each group is crucial to make sure you know that you 're giving your bucks to organizations that confirm your donation is actually going to help the people you aim to assist .
That 's where charitywatch.org comes in .
The website has a grading system for notable charities , including a list of the best of which to make your donations to .
Those which they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ between an A+ and B+ on the grading scale .
In an attempt to make your giving easier we 've summarized every foundation ranked A+ by charitywatch.org in 2020 .
Some of the organizations below are offering matched donations for Giving Tuesday , so be sure to check out their individual websites , linked in each title .
The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation has a mission statement of eliminating AIDS and HIV from an entire generation , meaning no parents or children will suffer .
Animal testing , humane slaughter and saving @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Animals Welfare Institute .
This all-encompassing organization focuses on animal rights globally , from their natural habitats to human homes .
PetSmart Charities aims to bring pets into the homes of loved ones by offering adoption services and aiming to take homeless animals off the streets .
This cancer research foundation wants to find a cure for Multiple Myeloma as well as offer guidance to cancer patients .
Not only does Child Find of America strive to bring home missing children , but it advocates for child safety and preventing abduction .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ safe and secure family structures and housing for all American children .
This group gives fortunate families the ability to sponsor impoverished families around the world .
The goal is to `` [ foster ] relationships of mutual respect , understanding and support that are culturally diverse , empowering and without religious or other prejudice , '' the website states .
One of America 's most well-known foundations , the ACLU , campaigns for a variety of human rights issues like abortion , climate change , LGBT+ rights and ending racism .
Perhaps @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Equal Justice Initiative has a goal of ending mass incarceration and racial inequality .
This charity offers community assistance to families who lost their law enforcement loved ones in the line of duty .
Children of fallen officers are offered free counseling , while spouses and other loved ones can participate in retreats .
Founded in the memory of Stephen Siller , a firefighter who died while rescuing Americans from the 9/11 terrorist attack , Tunnel to Towers provides financial aid for military members and firefighters who made heroic sacrifices for America @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sustainability purposes and also encourages environmental conservation .
This organization advocates for electing American leaders who will further benefit environmental changes regarding climate change , pollution and more .
This environmental charity fights for clean water that benefits communities globally .
This global organization has roots in 60 countries and aims to `` sustain our natural resources—the foundation of economic opportunity and human well-being , '' their website explains .
The American Kidney Fund not only wants to eliminate kidney Disease but also fights for comfortable treatment and post-operation living for those with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fund a cure for Diabetes and uses funding to further research on the disease .
This health-based organization aims to eliminate hearing loss and tinnitus , among other hearing impairments that affect daily life , by supporting medical research .
The Hispanic Federation works to provide support to Hispanic populations in America in more ways that one , like through immigration and educational support , health and even environmental issues .
This foundation aims to give financial and educational assistance to Hispanic children with the goal of seeing them reach their full potential @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the United States with a handful of goals , like providing housing and assisting vulnerable populations .
This global organization strives to end world hunger by treating malnutrition-plagued populations around the globe .
This organization collects funding to improve the life of African people in impoverished communities .
Not only does All Hands and Hearts arrive to the sites of natural disasters as soon as the devastation strikes , but they work long after other immediate relief leaves to help rebuild communities .
This religious charity focuses in offering necessary aid to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ foundation known for Red Nose Day is a UK-based charity that aims to eventually end poverty .
Choose where your money goes with GiveDirectly , a charity that makes sure donations are going to impoverished people in the location of your choosing .
Rotary Foundation endorses over 35,000 clubs globally that advocate for peace , among many other global problems .
Their website lists literacy , clean water and local economics as just some of the causes they 're dedicated to .
The United Methodist Church philanthropy uses its funding for a large @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , scholarships , evangelical work and more .
This reproductive rights charity advertises that every person , globally , should have access to birth control methods to prevent unwanted pregnancy , sexually transmitted diseases and more .
This charity caters to the elderly by aiming to enact healthier and more economically secure practices in elder care .
Fisher House Foundation builds homes that military families can reside in while their armed forces loved one is hospitalized .
So far , they 've saved military families around $ 500 million by providing free stays @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wounded American military members and their families .
This organization pairs adults and children together for mentor programs that work to instill confidence so each child grows up to `` achieve their full potential . ''
Anyone who wants to help a public school teacher in need can do so through Donors Choose .
The website automatically reveals the classroom lists of local teachers who need supplies to get through the school year .
This organization aims to provide scholarships to students who need financial assistance for school .
In its history , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in scholarships .
There are plenty of other foundations not listed here , including Planned Parenthood , Cancer Research Institute , Lupus Research Alliance and more that are also worthy of your funding .
You can see the full list of charitywatch.org 's highest-rated charities here .

After a weekend full of food, shopping and celebration, attention is shifting to charitable actions. Americans will end their spending extravaganza with Cyber Monday and dive into the spirit of philanthropy on Giving Tuesday, which will occur on December 1 this year.
The day asks those who can afford it to give their time and money to charities that aim to make a difference in the lives of those in need. From cancer organizations to animal rights groups, there are plenty of places to put your funding if you're fortunate enough to do so.
When it comes to handing over some of your hard-earned money, though, it's important to research where your cash is actually going. Checking the validity of each group is crucial to make sure you know that you're giving your bucks to organizations that confirm your donation is actually going to help the people you aim to assist.
That's where charitywatch.org comes in. The website has a grading system for notable charities, including a list of the best of which to make your donations to. Those which they suggest are "top-rated" fall somewhere between an A+ and B+ on the grading scale.
In an attempt to make your giving easier we've summarized every foundation ranked A+ by charitywatch.org in 2020. Some of the organizations below are offering matched donations for Giving Tuesday, so be sure to check out their individual websites, linked in each title.
Demonstrators from the Black Lives Matter movement march through central London on July 10, 2016, during a demonstration against the killing of Black people by police in the US. DANIEL LEAL-OLIVAS/AFP via Getty Images/Getty
The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation has a mission statement of eliminating AIDS and HIV from an entire generation, meaning no parents or children will suffer.
Animal testing, humane slaughter and saving endangered species are all mission points of the Animals Welfare Institute.
This all-encompassing organization focuses on animal rights globally, from their natural habitats to human homes.
PetSmart Charities aims to bring pets into the homes of loved ones by offering adoption services and aiming to take homeless animals off the streets.
This cancer research foundation wants to find a cure for Multiple Myeloma as well as offer guidance to cancer patients.
Not only does Child Find of America strive to bring home missing children, but it advocates for child safety and preventing abduction.
Prevent Child Abuse America aims to provide safe and secure family structures and housing for all American children.
This group gives fortunate families the ability to sponsor impoverished families around the world. The goal is to "[foster] relationships of mutual respect, understanding and support that are culturally diverse, empowering and without religious or other prejudice," the website states.
One of America's most well-known foundations, the ACLU, campaigns for a variety of human rights issues like abortion, climate change, LGBT+ rights and ending racism.
Perhaps more relevant than ever in 2020, the Equal Justice Initiative has a goal of ending mass incarceration and racial inequality.
This charity offers community assistance to families who lost their law enforcement loved ones in the line of duty. Children of fallen officers are offered free counseling, while spouses and other loved ones can participate in retreats.
Founded in the memory of Stephen Siller, a firefighter who died while rescuing Americans from the 9/11 terrorist attack, Tunnel to Towers provides financial aid for military members and firefighters who made heroic sacrifices for America.
This organization preserves American land for sustainability purposes and also encourages environmental conservation.
This organization advocates for electing American leaders who will further benefit environmental changes regarding climate change, pollution and more.
This environmental charity fights for clean water that benefits communities globally.
This global organization has roots in 60 countries and aims to "sustain our natural resources—the foundation of economic opportunity and human well-being," their website explains.
The American Kidney Fund not only wants to eliminate kidney Disease but also fights for comfortable treatment and post-operation living for those with kidney transplants.
This organization wants to fund a cure for Diabetes and uses funding to further research on the disease.
This health-based organization aims to eliminate hearing loss and tinnitus, among other hearing impairments that affect daily life, by supporting medical research.
The Hispanic Federation works to provide support to Hispanic populations in America in more ways that one, like through immigration and educational support, health and even environmental issues.
This foundation aims to give financial and educational assistance to Hispanic children with the goal of seeing them reach their full potential.
This foundation strives to end homelessness in the United States with a handful of goals, like providing housing and assisting vulnerable populations.
This global organization strives to end world hunger by treating malnutrition-plagued populations around the globe.
This organization collects funding to improve the life of African people in impoverished communities.
Not only does All Hands and Hearts arrive to the sites of natural disasters as soon as the devastation strikes, but they work long after other immediate relief leaves to help rebuild communities.
This religious charity focuses in offering necessary aid to those facing poverty and disaster.
The foundation known for Red Nose Day is a UK-based charity that aims to eventually end poverty.
Choose where your money goes with GiveDirectly, a charity that makes sure donations are going to impoverished people in the location of your choosing.
Rotary Foundation endorses over 35,000 clubs globally that advocate for peace, among many other global problems. Their website lists literacy, clean water and local economics as just some of the causes they're dedicated to.
The United Methodist Church philanthropy uses its funding for a large variety of charitable actions including disaster relief, scholarships, evangelical work and more.
This reproductive rights charity advertises that every person, globally, should have access to birth control methods to prevent unwanted pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases and more.
This charity caters to the elderly by aiming to enact healthier and more economically secure practices in elder care.
Fisher House Foundation builds homes that military families can reside in while their armed forces loved one is hospitalized. So far, they've saved military families around $500 million by providing free stays.
This organization provides resources for and wounded American military members and their families.
This organization pairs adults and children together for mentor programs that work to instill confidence so each child grows up to "achieve their full potential."
Anyone who wants to help a public school teacher in need can do so through Donors Choose. The website automatically reveals the classroom lists of local teachers who need supplies to get through the school year.
This organization aims to provide scholarships to students who need financial assistance for school. In its history, Scholarship America has given $4.3 billion in scholarships.
There are plenty of other foundations not listed here, including Planned Parenthood, Cancer Research Institute, Lupus Research Alliance and more that are also worthy of your funding. You can see the full list of charitywatch.org's highest-rated charities here.