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USA Today
6 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
New York Giants' Malik Nabers named a player who could turn into a superstar
After a record-breaking rookie season, New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers is already considered a superstar by some... But not all. Despite Nabers' impressive production with a rotating cast of underperforming quarterbacks in 2024, some analysts feel there are still improvements to be made and development to be had. Luckily, the presence of competent quarterbacks should help. In a recent breakdown of eight NFL players who could become superstars in 2025, Bleacher Report's Brad Gagnon placed Nabers at No. 4 on the list. Russell Wilson might not be the quarterback he once was, but there were signs in Pittsburgh that he can still shine as an NFL starter. That alone beats the heck out of what the Giants got out of their QBs while ranking in the bottom three in terms of team passer rating and yards-per-attempt average in 2024. This all bodes well for Malik Nabers, who is still just 21 years old and managed to catch 109 passes for more than 1,200 yards in a seven-touchdown rookie season. What's scary is how productive he was despite showing plenty of room to grow and despite lacking support both at quarterback and in the receiving corps. Add Wilson and a full offseason of refinement, and there's a good chance Nabers joins the All-Pro picture in 2025. If not for some key drops, Nabers would likely have been given All-Pro consideration. However, he was named to the 2024 PFWA All-Rookie Team and made the Pro Bowl, albeit as an injury replacement. As a sophomore with better quarterback play, there's no telling how high Nabers can soar. So long as he can remain healthy and eliminate some bad drops, the sky is the limit.
Arab Times
09-07-2025
- Business
- Arab Times
Everything You Need to Know About UAE Golden Visa: What's Real and What's Not
DUBAI. July 9: The UAE's Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) officially denied rumors circulating in some local and international media outlets regarding the alleged issuance of a 'lifetime Golden Visa' to certain nationalities. In its statement, the ICP emphasized that all Golden Visa applications are handled solely through official UAE government channels. ' No domestic or international advisory agency is authorized to process or facilitate Golden Visa applications,' the authority clarified. It further stated, ' The categories, conditions, and eligibility criteria for Golden Residency are governed strictly by UAE laws, ministerial resolutions, and official regulations. Interested individuals are advised to refer to the ICP's official website or smart application for accurate information.' The clarification follows the ICP's monitoring of misleading press releases from a foreign consultancy, which claimed that a so-called 'lifetime UAE Golden Visa' could be obtained through a nomination process for a fee of AED 100,000. Some of these reports also suggested that Bangladeshi nationals were eligible under this scheme. The press release was picked up by several Indian media outlets and a few UAE-based organizations, without verification or consultation with the competent UAE authorities. The ICP categorically stated that such announcements are not grounded in legal or official policy. Reaffirming its commitment to transparency and public trust, the ICP said: 'We are dedicated to providing a secure and transparent environment for all applicants, and we continuously update our services through our official digital platforms.' Legal Action to Follow While the ICP did not name the source of the false claims, it announced plans to pursue legal action against those responsible. 'These entities have attempted to exploit the aspirations of individuals seeking a better and more stable life in the UAE by spreading misinformation for financial gain,' the statement said. The authority strongly advised the public to ignore baseless rumors and false promises of fast-track residency, urging all interested individuals to rely solely on verified official channels. The UAE Golden Visa remains a well-defined, merit-based residency scheme, administered solely through ICP's platforms. Any offers promising lifetime residency for low fees or crypto investment are unofficial and fraudulent. Always check official ICP channels for accurate information and application procedures. For accurate guidance and procedures, the ICP urged the public to visit its official website or contact its call center at 600 522222.
The Print
08-07-2025
- Politics
- The Print
Next hearing on July 15 in illegal construction case against Sambhal MP Barq
On December 5, a notice was issued to Barq by the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) in Sambhal. He was granted multiple opportunities to present the map, with the latest deadline set for July 8. Barq is accused of constructing a house in Deepa Sarai neighbourhood without getting a map approved by the competent authority. Sambhal (UP), Jul 8 (PTI) The case regarding the alleged unauthorized construction of a house by Samajwadi Party MP from Sambhal, Ziaur Rahman Barq, has been listed for hearing on July 15 after he failed to submit a revised building plan in the SDM court despite repeated notices, officials said here on Tuesday. However, even on Tuesday, no map was submitted on behalf of the MP. Taking note of this, the SDM has now granted a fresh date of July 15 for compliance, a senior officer said. SDM Vikas Chandra, responding to media queries, said, 'Barq is facing proceedings under relevant provisions of the law. The previous hearing took place on June 26, and the MP was directed to submit a revised map by July 8. The discrepancies in the earlier submission were communicated to him in detail.' Barq has claimed that he did not receive a copy of the objections, which the SDM termed as unsatisfactory. As a result, a penalty of Rs 1,000 was imposed on him for non-compliance, the SDM said. The matter will now be heard on July 15, 2025, SDM Chandra added. PTI COR KIS KVK KVK This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
Scotsman
02-07-2025
- General
- Scotsman
Karcher WD6 P Premium review: wet and dry vacuum for tough cleaning jobs
Soggy sawdust is no problem for the The Karcher WD6 P Premium | Karcher This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. The Karcher WD6 P Premium is a powerhouse of a vacuum cleaner, built to tackle wet, dry, and DIY mess with ease – and a smart design that tradespeople and car-cleaning fanatics will love. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Heavy duty vacuum cleaners have a variety of uses. While they're perfectly competent at just sucking up dust and dirt from your carpets, they can also be used for more industrial tasks like rubble dust during renovation projects. And they don't come much more heavy duty than Karcher's new WD6 P Premium. The WD stands for Wet and Dry, so this is an even more versatile vacuum than meets the eye. It can suck up wet sawdust, for example, or detritus on a soggy driveway. It can even suck up water like a pump, and it's all deposited in a massive 30 litre chamber. This chamber can be fitted with a bag, for normal, dry household chores, or it can just fall into the container, for the more wet-based chores. If you've sucked up a load of dirty water, you don't need to tip the 30-litre load up to pour it out, either, because there's a handy little spout at the base. Emptying the water tank couldn't be easier | Karcher As you can imagine, the vacuum unit is pretty large. It's on wheels, and there's a retractable handle on the top, but it's a bulky thing. Easier to move around than you might expect, but it still takes up quite a bit of space. Especially with the handful of tools it comes with attached to it. Because it's likely to be used in very dusty areas, it has an incredibly large filter. It looks a lot like a car's air filter and it's easy to take out and clean and, cleverly, it can be kept in while using it as a wet vacuum. Don't miss this deal on Amazon - 16% off the Karcher WD6 P Premium, bringing the price down to just £209.99 The tools it comes with are limited a little, but the main cleaning head is large and works brilliantly on carpets. The vacuum suction is so powerful it pretty much lifts the carpet away, so you know you're getting a deep clean. There's no beater, but it really doesn't matter. Anyone who's done any drilling or any other form of woodwork will appreciate the value of another cool feature on the P version of the WD6 Premium - a built-in power socket. It lets you plug in a drill, sander, saw, or some other power tool, and you can run it from the vacuum itself. It's ideal for using in cars | Karcher And then there's the cool trick of an auto-on mode, which activates the vacuum suction only while the tool is running. Imagine you're drilling a hole in the wall; you can hold the vacuum spout beneath the drill to catch the debris while the drill is running, and just after it stops, it'll shut off. Genius. It's not just suction either. If you want to blast away some plaster dust, for example, just connect the Karcher's hose to a separate outlet and you've got a blowing mode. Perfect for quickly cleaning up an area without having to get the sweeping brush out. Because of the way vacuum cleaner power regulations work, and because they're not applied to wet and dry appliances, there's an absurd amount of power on offer - which means even on its lowest power setting, the WD6 P Premium is basically one of the most powerful vacuums you'll use. It's more powerful than you strictly need for domestic use, but plenty powerful enough for its more commercial applications. You can even use it as a leaf blower | Karcher And that makes me wonder who the best customers for the WD6 P Premium might be. Obviously, tradesmen will love it. There are so many use case for it, and it's more than robust enough to stand a long day of graft. But keen DIYers, especially those who like to indulge in messy projects, or people who have particularly messy hobbies, would find it very useful. Its £249.99 price puts it competitively close to some of the best Shark vacuums out there, and the likes of Dyson or Miele cost quite a lot more. But while it could cope very well with general domestic chores, it is a bit too bulky, there aren't really enough tools, and it's rather noisy. Not to mention it'd be a bit of a waste of all that power and capability. It's definitely a well priced tool for the people who need it though. There's little to dislike about it and a lot to love. Anyone who needs this sort of vacuum in their lives will love its clever design and handy features. I'm not sure I'm practical enough for it, but I do have three cars. And I'm yet to find a vacuum that works as well on dog hair in cars. So it's a thumbs-up from me.
Scroll.in
02-07-2025
- Politics
- Scroll.in
Assam: 132 persons apprehended for alleged illegal cattle slaughter, unauthorised sale of beef
The Assam Police apprehended 132 persons under the state's Cattle Preservation Act on Tuesday for alleged illegal cattle slaughter and unauthorised sale of beef in eateries. A total of 112 eateries were searched during the day and 1,084 kg of meat, which the police suspect is beef, was seized, Assam Inspector General of Police (Law and Order) Akhilesh Kumar Singh told Scroll. While consumption of beef is not illegal in the state, the Assam Cattle Preservation Act, 2021, bans its slaughter and sale in areas predominantly inhabited by Hindu, Jain and Sikh communities or in areas that fall within a 5 km radius of a temple or satra (Vaishnavite monastery), or other religious institutions belonging to Hindu religion or any other institution or area as 'may be prescribed by the competent authority'. It also places tight restrictions on cattle transportation. On Tuesday, a suo-motu drive was initiated in the state to check reported incidents of illegal cattle slaughter and sale of beef in restaurants without authorisation, PTI quoted Kumar as saying. 'The main intention of the drive is to stop violation of the Assam Cattle Preservation Act,' Kumar told the news agency. In December, public consumption of beef, including at restaurants and community gatherings, was banned by the Bharatiya Janata Party government in the state. A legislation or legislative amendment to this end has not been passed yet. The crackdown on Tuesday came against the backdrop of more than 150 persons being arrested in Dhubri after animal remains alleged to be of a cow were recovered near a Hindu temple, The Indian Express reported.
