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For about two years, we could easily say the Lamborghini Urus was the best-driving super-SUV in the world. There really wasn't any competition. With around 100 more horsepower than the Porsche Cayenne Turbo and shockingly great on- and off-road performance, the Urus was the king of the high-performance SUVs. Then three things happened. First, Porsche launched the Cayenne Turbo GT. It's not a real GT because it wasn't fully developed by Porsche's crack Weissach-based motorsports team, but the Turbo GT does have an ever-so-slightly different version of the Urus' twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8, which was in fact developed by the folks at Weissach. Confusing, we know. And this Cayenne can boogie, so much so that it still holds the Nürburgring SUV lap record of 7:38.9. Next came the also unbelievably great-to-drive Aston Martin DBX707, a hopped-up high-po version of the pretty good DBX. What a fantastic three-way comparison this would have been. However, the third thing that transpired is that this past November, Lamborghini shuttered regular Urus production to ready the factory for both the new Urus S and the Urus Performante. Each of those bulls will rage soon, but neither launched in time for our showdown. As such, this test is a regular old two-way affair. Well, regular is a silly word when talking about beasts such as these. We are talking a combined 1,328 horsepower. Let's forget for just a moment the obvious question—who on earth needs these things?—and instead find out which of these super-SUVs is superest. Stacking 'Em Up On paper, these two seem mostly even. Not identical, but for every spec or stat that sees the Porsche nose ahead, the Aston has one that reels it back in. For example, the DBX707 makes 697 horsepower from its AMG-sourced, Aston-tuned 4.0-liter twin-turbo V-8 (the "707" refers to metric ponies). Compare that to "just" 631 from the Cayenne GT's 4.0-liter twin-turbo V-8. The Germanic Brit also wins the torque battle, with 663 lb-ft versus 626 lb-ft from the voll Deutsch SUV. However, the Porsche has a sportier steering ratio, at 12.2:1 against 14.4:1, and even more preposterous front brake rotors that measure 17.3 inches in diameter as opposed to only 16.5. And on it goes: The Porsche is 143 pounds lighter but only seats four, whereas the Aston Martin not only has a noticeably larger rear seat in terms of head- and legroom, but can accommodate five people. But what about performance? Almost a dead heat, until it isn't. The Cayenne Turbo GT is just quicker than the DBX707. The Porsche hits 60 mph in 3.0 seconds; the Aston does so in 3.1. The Porsche runs the quarter mile in 11.3 seconds at 121.0 mph where the Aston needs 11.4, but the latter is traveling a slightly faster 121.6 mph. Everything else being equal, more horsepower equals a higher trap speed. However, the Aston has more effective brakes, anchoring itself from 60 mph to a dead stop in just 102 feet. The Porsche needs 105. Both those distances are remarkable for such heavy vehicles. For instance, an Acura NSX Type S requires 103 feet to halt from 60. The Porsche is in another class dynamically, however. It pulled 1.07 g on our skidpad, which should be its own news item. The Aston manages 0.98 g, which is still great for an SUV, just not as newsworthy. I won't pick on the poor Acura NSX any more (1.03 g, if you're interested), but the Lamborghini Urus pulls 1.01 g. More impressive is the Porsche's figure-eight performance, where it laid a 23.2-second lap (tying the Acura and beating the BMW M5 CS!), compared to 24.1 for the Aston Martin. To contextualize that a bit, we've long maintained that any figure-eight time in the 22-second range is a bonafide supercar. Meaning that this here Cayenne is dang close. To further contextualize the figure-eight performance, the Urus put up a 23.5-second time, the Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing 23.4 seconds. The Porsche is an animal. So that's it, right? The Cayenne Turbo GT dusts not only the Aston Martin but every other SUV ever made, end of story? Unlike these two monster SUVs, not so fast. First of all, we gotta talk money. Replicating this Porsche will cost you $197,010. That's a pile of cash, until you realize the Aston Martin's as-tested price is $290,086, or $93,076 more. With all this in mind, on a pleasant September morning, yours truly and associate editor Duncan Brady headed off into the canyons above Los Angeles to figure out which of these two would take the crown.The Eyes Of The Beholders The first thing we did when we met up on the mountain was park and just look at our duo. An easy, overwhelming win for Aston Martin. I'm getting sick of writing it, and he's probably both annoyed and secretly thrilled that I keep saying it, but Aston VP of design Marek Reichman is the best designer in the business. Say whatever else you want to about Astons, they're beautiful. Most SUVs? Bad looking. The DBX, especially in 707 trim? We dig it. You can get overly granular and say something like, "I don't like the ducktail." I promise you, five seconds comparing the rear of the DBX707 to virtually every other SUV, and it's a breath of fresh air. The only weak spot we detected on the Aston were the relative size of the rotors to the wheels. "I wish the rotors filled out the wheels better. As it sits, the 23-inch rear wheels and comparatively small 15.4-inch rear discs give off that F-150 on 24s look." Sadly, both cars arrived wearing white paint, but the DBX707 looks spectacular even in Star Wars stormtrooper spec, especially next to the Porsche, which looks like a potato. Well, a white potato. Hitting The Road While we're aware of and embracing our electric future, a great gas-burning engine is great. "God, this engine is a beast. It's raw and manic and unhinged, both in its sound and power delivery," says Brady. I concur. There's a surge and a ferocity and a growl that conspire to put a big, dumb smile on your face. And unlike the Porsche, you can feel the Aston's engine getting stronger as speed builds. It's a bit strange that, with the exception of the flat-plane-crank version of AMG's V-8 in the GT Black Series, this is the most powerful iteration. It's worth pointing out that the DBX707 was developed while former AMG boss Tobias Moers was CEO of the company, and now he's not. Should we be worried about future Aston engines? Naw, as not only will the brand be going mostly EV by 2025, we've already been assured that the flat-plane-crank AMG V-8 in the Valhalla hybrid supercar will make over 800 hp. As smitten as we were with the Aston's engine, the ZF eight-speed transmission in the Porsche beats the Mercedes-sourced nine-speed unit in the Aston Martin. Says Brady of the Aston, "This transmission's shift logic is not as sophisticated as the Porsche's when driving quickly; it was downshifting unnecessarily and upshifting too early." That's obviously when left in full auto. Start shifting yourself, and the two gearboxes feel roughly like equals, but the Aston's large, carbon-fiber paddles are a world better. Brady again: "This is what I imagine a race car's shifters feel like to use." You'll notice that both super-SUVs use a conventional automatic transmission as opposed to a dual-clutch unit. This is fine, as neither truck needs to go quicker, and when you're not attacking a back road, both SUVs are comfortable cruisers. No herky-jerky starts here.Since you're not doing standing-start launches on a canyon drive, we both thought the DBX707 was the quicker machine. This could be simply because it's louder and sounds better. When it came to tackling corners, however, the Porsche had the advantage, though perhaps not as large as the test numbers might suggest. Brady agreed, saying of the 707 that "the steering is just as direct and accurate as the Turbo GT's but feels like it has a layer of insulation the Cayenne doesn't." The Aston gets bunched up in tighter corners, where it works itself through well enough; it's just not clever about it. On long sweepers, the DBX707 comes alive. There's suddenly an elegance to its movements, a reason for its admittedly preposterous existence. Dare we call it regal? We dare. It's also around the bigger corners where the massive brawn of the Aston Martin's powertrain shows itself. Again, 697 hp is a great amount of power, and the engine displays no signs of strain well into triple-digit velocities. The brakes are very effective, though the feel is not as confidence-inspiring as the Cayenne GT's. But that's an industry-wide problem Porsche is almost single-handedly solving. The Porsche manages to drive smaller. Not entirely sure what that means when we're talking about a 5,000-pound SUV, but the Porsche feels like the nimbler vehicle. Perhaps it's the quicker steering rack? It feels like less work to get the Cayenne Turbo GT around the same corners. Conversely, that makes the Porsche more boring, less exciting to drive than the 707. Granted, you're not working that hard in the DBX, but at least there's some physicality to it, some type of theater. The Porsche is more buttoned down, more unflappable. The Porsche also has a tire advantage over the Aston Martin—Pirelli P Zero Corsas to plain old P Zeros—and the British SUV suffers a bit more understeer as a result. Driving them both on the same rubber would be interesting. The Verdict: Porsche Or Aston Martin? Brady and I stood around trying to solve the riddle of which is the better SUV for much longer than is typical in these types of tests. We saw it two ways. The first is that the Aston doesn't substantively justify its $93K premium, especially considering its infotainment system is old Mercedes stuff. The Porsche is also slightly better to drive. But as we continued deliberating, our opinion started forming around the idea that the Aston Martin looks and feels the way an SUV that costs well into six figures should, whereas the Cayenne Turbo GT looks a bit gawky and nearly identical to the $80,000 base model it's based on. That makes it stealthy, sure. But also not particularly special. Moreover, we both liked how special the Aston's interior is.Verdict: It's hard to argue with the numbers, but we don't crave this super-SUV. 1st Place: 2023 Aston Martin DBX707 Pros We love this engine Imperious driving feel Looks special Cons Nearly 300 grand Dated Mercedes infotainment We want quicker steering Verdict: There's an ineffable quality to the DBX707, and we effing want one. 2023 Aston Martin DBX 707 Specifications 2023 Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT Coupe Specifications* DRIVETRAIN LAYOUT Front-engine, AWD Front-engine, AWD ENGINE TYPE Twin-turbo direct-injected DOHC 32-valve 90-degree V-8, alum block/heads Twin-turbo direct-injected DOHC 32-valve 90-degree V-8, alum block/heads DISPLACEMENT 3,982 cc/243.0 cu in 3,996 cc/243.9 cu in COMPRESSION RATIO 8.6:1 9.7:1 POWER (SAE NET) 697 hp @ 6,000 rpm 631 hp @ 6,000 rpm 663 lb-ft @ 4,500 rpm 626 lb-ft @ 2,300 rpm REDLINE 7,000 rpm 6,750 rpm WEIGHT TO POWER 7.4 lb/hp 7.9 lb/hp TRANSMISSION 9-speed automatic 8-speed automatic AXLE/FINAL-DRIVE RATIO 3.27:1/1.97:1 3.09:1 (front), 2.95:1 (rear)/1.97:1 SUSPENSION, FRONT; REAR Multilink, air springs, adj shocks, adj anti-roll bar; multilink, air springs, adj shocks, adj anti-roll bar Multilink, air springs, adj shocks, adj anti-roll bar; Multilink, air springs, adj shocks, adj anti-roll bar STEERING RATIO 14.4:1 12.2:1 TURNS LOCK-TO-LOCK 2.5 2.2 BRAKES, F; R 16.5-in vented, drilled, carbon-ceramic disc; 15.4-in vented, drilled, carbon-ceramic disc 17.3-in vented, drilled carbon-ceramic disc; 16.1-in vented, drilled carbon-ceramic disc WHEELS, F;R 10.0 x 23-in; 11.5 x 23-in, forged aluminum 10.5 x 22-in; 11.5 x 22-in forged aluminum TIRES, F;R 285/35R23 107Y; 325/30R23 109Y Pirelli P Zero A8A 285/35R22 106Y; 315/30R22 107Y Pirelli P Zero Corsa N0 DIMENSIONS WHEELBASE 120.5 in 113.9 in TRACK, F/R 66.9/65.5 in 66.4/66.3 in LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT 198.4 x 78.7 x 54.1-67.9 in 194.6 x 78.6 x 63.1-65.8 in GROUND CLEARANCE 6.9-8.7 in 6.1-8.8 in APPRCH/DEPART ANGLE 22.2-25.7/24.3-27.1 deg 18.9-23.5/17.5-21.5 deg TURNING CIRCLE 40.7 ft 37.7 ft CURB WEIGHT (DIST F/R) 5,124 lb (53/47%) 4,981 lb (57/43%) SEATING CAPACITY 5 4 HEADROOM, F/R 40.6/40.0 in 38.1/38.3 in LEGROOM, F/R 41.7/40.9 in 41.1/40.0 in SHOULDER ROOM, F/R 58.4/54.6 in 59.1/56.4 in CARGO VOLUME, BEH F/R 54.0/22.5 cu ft 51.7/19.4 cu ft TOWING CAPACITY 5,940 lb Not equipped ACCELERATION TO MPH 0-30 1.1 sec 1.1 sec 0-40 1.7 1.6 0-50 2.3 2.3 0-60 3.1 3.0 0-70 4.0 3.9 0-80 5.0 4.9 0-90 6.3 6.1 0-100 7.6 7.5 0-100-0 11.6 11.5 PASSING, 45-65 MPH 1.5 1.5 QUARTER MILE 11.4 sec @ 121.6 mph 11.3 sec @ 121.0 mph BRAKING, 60-0 MPH 102 ft 105 ft LATERAL ACCELERATION 0.98 g (avg) 1.07 g (avg) MT FIGURE EIGHT 24.1 sec @ 0.83 g (avg) 23.2 sec @ 0.88 g (avg) TOP-GEAR REVS @ 60 MPH 1,200 rpm 1,300 rpm CONSUMER INFO BASE PRICE $239,086 $190,150* PRICE AS TESTED $290,086 $197,010* AIRBAGS 10: Dual front, f/r side, f/r curtain, front knee 10: Dual front, f/r side, f/r curtain, front knee BASIC WARRANTY 3 yrs/Unlimited miles 4 yrs/50,000 miles POWERTRAIN WARRANTY 3 yrs/Unlimited miles 4 yrs/50,000 miles ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE 3 yrs/Unlimited miles 4 yrs/50,000 miles FUEL CAPACITY 22.9 gal 23.7 gal EPA CITY/HWY/COMB ECON 15/20/17 mpg 14/19/16 mpg EPA RANGE, COMB 389 miles 379 miles RECOMMENDED FUEL Unleaded premium Unleaded premium ON SALE Now Now *2023 pricing; 2022 model tested/photographed

Samantha Ruth Prabhu has opened up about being diagnosed with an autoimmune condition — something she initially hoped to share after going into remission, but said that it is “taking a little longer than I hoped”. The Family Man actor took to Instagram to share a picture with an IV drip on her hand.Expressing that she is grateful for all the love that is coming her way post her new film Yashodha‘s trailer launch, she shared, “It is this love and connection that I share with all of you, that gives me the strength to deal with the seemingly unending challenges that life throws at me. A few months back I was diagnosed with an autoimmune condition called myositis. I was hoping to share this after it had gone into remission. But it is taking a little longer than I hoped.”She further mentioned that she is “slowly realising” that we don’t always need to put up a strong front. “Accepting this vulnerability is something that I am still struggling with. The doctors are confident that I will make a complete recovery very soon. I have had good days and bad days…. physically and emotionally…. and even when it feels like I can’t handle one more day of this, somehow that moment passes. I guess it can only mean that I am one more day closer to recovery. I love you…this too shall pass,” said Samantha, 35. Here’s what you need to know about the painful condition of myositis. What is myositis? According to WebMD, myositis happens due to inflammation in the muscles. As published in the Indian Journal of Rheumatology, the prevalence of this condition is around 4-22 cases per one lakh po[CENSORED]tion. Causes “In most cases, the exact cause of myositis is unknown and therefore considered idiopathic,” said Garima Goyal, registered dietitian and diabetes educator. Symptoms The general symptoms may include muscle pain and soreness, fatigue, trouble swallowing, and difficulty breathing. “It usually affects arms, shoulders, legs, hips, abdomen and spinal muscles. In advanced stages it may affect muscles of esophagus (food pipe), diaphragm and eyes. Patients usually experience difficulty while standing up after sitting, climbing stairs, and lifting objects,” Dr Santosh Kumar Agrawal Senior consultant Internal Medicine Marengo QRG Hospital Faridabad, told indianexpress.com. Researchers believe that myositis may also be caused by autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus and viruses such as the common cold, flu, and HIV drug toxicity, per healthline.com. Other symptoms are fever, weight loss, joint pain, fatigue and muscle pain, Dr Santosh said. “These conditions are usually diagnosed after clinical examination, blood work up, MR Imaging, EMG and muscle biopsy,” said Dr Santosh. According to healthline.com, these are the following types of myositis: *Dermatomyositis *Inclusion-body myositis *Juvenile myositis *Polymyositis *Toxic myositis Dr Aditya Chowti, Senior Consultant- Internal Medicine, Fortis Hospital, Cunningham Road, Bengaluru elucidated that myositis comes under a group of diseases called myopathy which refer to diseases that connect the muscles with the bones or the skeletal muscles. “Different forms of myositis affects different muscles. Myositis usually affects the muscles that you use for movement including your arms, legs, shoulders, hips and the muscles in the spine,” Dr Chowti told indianexpress.com. Treatment Dr Santosh mentioned that the condition “is usually treated with steroids and immunosuppressive drugs”. Since there is no one medical treatment that fits all, immunosuppressant drugs are recommended along with physical therapy, exercise, stretching, and yoga which can help keep muscles strong and flexible and prevent muscle atrophy, according to healthline.com. Diet and recovery Goyal told indianexpress.com that “since myositis is an auto-immune condition, adapting to an anti-inflammatory diet could be beneficial for better management”. According to Goyal, some of the key components of this diet include *Consuming more fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains every day. *Including foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids like salmon, flax seeds, nuts, hemp, and fish oil supplements if indicated. *Choosing the right protein sources from plant varieties like soy and its products, legumes, pulses, yogurt, and fish instead of animal proteins. *Processed and refined foods, pastries, and foods containing preservatives and high fructose corn syrup should be avoided. *Whole grains and millet varieties can be chosen in place of refined flour. *Everyday diet could include nuts like cashews, walnuts, and almonds and seeds like pumpkin, sesame, and flax seeds. *Avoid saturated and trans fats by toning down on animal products. “Along with the treatment and physical therapies, the right nutrition plays an important role in managing the disease. For personalised anti-inflammatory plans, indications for supplements, and special dietary requirements, it is advisable to contact your dietitian or healthcare professional,” Goyal said. SURSA

On the 40th day after Mahsa Amini died while in the custody of the Iranian regime’s intrusive morality police, protests sparked by her death grew even more widespread, more defiant, more determined. Frida Ghitis Frida Ghitis They also added to the moral imperative for the rest of the world to do more. In Amini’s birthplace of Saqqez, where the 22-year-old also known as Zhina is now buried, thousands of people defied the police and turned out to mark an important day in the mourning process, even as security forces fired live bullets and tear gas to stop them. Demonstrations also took place in numerous other cities: In Isfahan, women waved black scarves in the air, chanting “Azadi, Azadi!” (“Freedom, freedom!”) in Farsi. In Shiraz, young women walked confidently on city sidewalks without veils, their hair flowing in the air in violation of Iranian law. In Amol, where authorities have already shot and killed protesters, unarmed men and women marched directly toward armed security forces, kneeled, put their hands up, and declared themselves ready to die for their cause. While Amini’s death has become the trigger for this uprising, it is the mandatory headscarf, or hijab, that’s become its symbol, because her run-in with the morality police was so familiar to so many women. She was visiting Tehran from her hometown in Iran’s Kurdish region last month when she was detained for, allegedly, not properly wearing her hijab – a degrading experience familiar to Iranian women who are routinely harassed for minor clothing infractions. Authorities later claimed Amini died of an illness while at a “re-education center.” Her family says she was perfectly healthy. A police motorcycle burns during a protest on September 19 over the death of Mahsa Amini, a woman who died after being arrested by the Iran's "morality police" in Tehran. Iranians are risking it all to protest. Their families say some of them aren't coming home In the weeks since, the regime has killed hundreds of peaceful protesters, among them many children and idealistic young women. One of the teenagers whose bravery and death has become a rallying cry is Nika Shahkarami, a 16-year-old who disappeared last month after waving her hijab in the air at a protest in Tehran, and then setting fire to another headscarf in front of a small crowd. Nika later turned up dead. Though Iran’s government and state media have claimed her death had nothing to do with the uprising, a CNN investigation found video and witness testimony showing she was hunted down by plain clothes Basiji militias – security forces utilized by the regime to crack down on demonstrators – following her protest. Eyewitnesses told CNN they saw Nika among groups of protesters being detained later that night. That was the last time she was seen, days before her battered body was returned to her grieving family. Now her mother, too, is rallying protesters. The courage of Iranians, young and old, risking it all for a chance at freedom, is defying the predictions of jaded foreign observers. Recalling previous failed protests, many have argued that the strength of this one, with its shouts “Women, life, freedom,” was little more than a doomed social media mirage. But the protests are persisting. Seven weeks in, they have lasted longer than any uprising since the 1979 revolution toppled the Pahlavi regime and brought to power today’s theocracy. And these protests are different from their predecessors. In 2009, the Green Movement supported a reformist candidate. In 2019, demonstrators called out harsh economic conditions. A picture obtained by AFP outside Iran shows an Iranian police officer (C) raising a baton to disperse demonstrators during a protest for Mahsa Amini, a woman who died after being arrested by the Islamic republic's "morality police", in Tehran on September 19, 2022. - Fresh protests broke out on September 19 in Iran over the death of a young woman who had been arrested by the "morality police" that enforces a strict dress code, local media reported. Public anger has grown since authorities on Friday announced the death of Mahsa Amini, 22, in a hospital after three days in a coma, following her arrest by Tehran's morality police during a visit to the capital on September 13. (Photo by AFP) (Photo by -/AFP via Getty Images) Stalked, tortured, disappeared: Iranian authorities have a playbook for silencing dissent, and they're using it again This time, women, and the men who have joined them, are crying out, “Death to the dictator.” This is not about reform. This is about fundamental change. Let’s be honest. From the first day of protests, this has been inspiring, but also terrifying to watch. We have seen what the Islamic Republic is capable of. We fear for the safety of these brave people, and it can seem irresponsible to encourage them. The odds, after all, are stacked against them. And yet, they have made the choice to continue the fight. They deserve our solidarity. As a group of 12 female foreign ministers declared in an October 26 statement, “we have a moral obligation” to support this women-led movement. But the people demanding their freedom in Iran need more than symbolic backing – even if symbols matter. The United States and other Western powers have always worried about backing Iranian protesters, because the regime already dismisses those who oppose them as tools of the West. The Obama administration allowed such concerns to muzzle its response during the 2009 protests. The Biden administration is trying not making the same mistake – already, Washington has spoken out repeatedly in support of the protest movement. On Wednesday, the State Department announced new sanctions against Iranians involved in repressing demonstrations. That’s a good start. Anyone – regime officials, the Basiji militias, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps – involved in crushing the protests should be banned from entering the US. Other countries should follow suit. Mandatory Credit: Photo by Paul Hennessy/NurPhoto/Shutterstock (12832203c) March 3, 2022 - Cape Canaveral, Florida, United States - A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket carrying 47 Starlink internet satellites launches from pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center on March 3, 2022 in Cape Canaveral, Florida. SpaceX founder and CEO Elon Musk announced Saturday that he had activated Starlink internet service in Ukraine amid the Russian invasion. SpaceX Launches Starlink Internet Satellites From Cape Canaveral, Cape Canaveral, Florida, United States - 03 Mar 2022 CNN Exclusive: After Ukraine, Biden administration turns to Musk's satellite internet for Iran But much more can be done. Germany this week announced that, given the situation, there can be no “business as usual,” with Iran, launching a wide-ranging diplomatic response that includes a review of bilateral trade and financial relations, support for nongovernmental organizations monitoring crimes against protestors and expanded protections for “particularly vulnerable Iranians,” among other efforts. The US, its other allies, democracies across the world and any country that rejects the regime’s actions should join in isolating Iran diplomatically. Diplomatic relations should continue, but as long as Iran is killing protesters, relations should be downgraded. And Iran must be expelled from the UN Commission on the Status of Women. Its presence there is a travesty. Then there’s the matter of the abandoned 2015 nuclear deal – the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, or JCPOA – which the Biden administration has been working to reinstate. Currently, negotiations to revive the deal, designed to delay Iran’s ability to build a nuclear weapon, are stuck because Iran keeps raising the stakes. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken has said he foresees no return to the JCPOA in the “near term.” Such phrasing likely means the goal of reviving it has not died entirely. GET OUR FREE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER Sign up for CNN Opinion’s newsletter. Join us on Twitter and Facebook The US and its allies want to keep Iran from having a nuclear weapon, an unimpeachable objective. But restarting the deal could bring hundreds of billions of dollars to the regime that is currently killing peaceful protesters, arming Russia with killer drones used to slaughter innocent Ukrainians and continuing to support terrorist groups across the Middle East. At the very least, the wisdom of reviving the nuclear deal must be reevaluated. The relentless bravery of the Iranian women, of the Iranian people, is a timely moral test for the rest of the world. They deserve more than they have received. SURSA

Musician Name: Jim Morrison Birthday / Location: December 8, 1943,Melbourne, Florida, United States Main instrument: Vocals Musician Picture: Musician Awards & Nominations:When You're Strange (2009), Won the Grammy Award for Best Long Form Video in 2011. Rock Poet: Jim Morrison (2010)[221] Morrison's Mustang – A Vision Quest to Find The Blue Lady (2011, in production) Mr. Mojo Risin': The Story of L.A. Woman (2011) The Doors Live at the Bowl '68 (2012) The Doors: R-Evolution (2013) Feast of Friends (2014) Danny Says (2016) Live at the Isle of Wight Festival 1970 (2018) Best Performance: Hutchinson, Lydia (July 8, 2015). "The Mysterious Death of Jim Morrison". Performing Songwriter. Retrieved March 24, 2021. Other Information: -

Artist: DaBaby Real Name: Jonathan Lyndale Kirk Birth Date /Place: December 22, 1991 Age: (age 30) Social status (Single / Married):Married Artist Picture: Musical Genres: hip hop, trap Awards:At the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards, held in 2020, Kirk received two nominations, both for "Suge", in the categories Best Rap Performance and Best Rap Song.[29] On April 13, 2020, he announced on Twitter that his third studio album, Blame It on Baby, would be released on April 17, 2020.[30] The album received mixed to positive reviews, and achieved commercial success, debuting atop the Billboard 200 with 124,000 album-equivalent units, becoming Kirk's second number-one album.[31] It also produced his highest-charting song, "Rockstar", featuring Roddy Ricch, which spent seven non-consecutive weeks at number-one on the Billboard Hot 100, and reached number-one in the United Kingdom.[31][32] In June, Kirk was featured on the remix for the Jack Harlow song "Whats Poppin", which peaked at number two on the Hot 100 while "Rockstar" was still at the top. This made DaBaby the 20th act to occupy the chart's top 2 positions, and the first since Ariana Grande in 2019. In July, Kirk was featured on "For the Night" by Pop Smoke and Lil Baby, which debuted at number six on the Hot 100. As a result, DaBaby became the seventh act to chart at least three songs in the top six simultaneously.[33] On July 27, 2020, Kirk released a single with his signee Stunna 4 Vegas, titled "No Dribble",[34] included on the deluxe edition of Blame It on Baby, which was released on August 4, 2020, and described by DaBaby as a "brand new album".[35] On November 20, 2020, DaBaby released his debut EP, My Brother's Keeper (Long Live G). It pays tribute to his late brother, Glenn Johnson, and features appearances from Meek Mill and Polo G, among others.[36] Kirk also contributed a feature on the remix of "Levitating" by English singer Dua Lipa. Though the remix was released in late 2020, the song began climbing up the charts and eventually peaked at number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2021. On January 15, 2021, DaBaby released the single "Masterpiece" alongside a music video for the track directed by Gemini Visions.[37] The track includes references to his relationship with DaniLeigh and to his past legal troubles.[38][39] On February 19, DaBaby released a remix to SpotemGottem's single Beat Box, along with a music video. He would continue releasing singles with "Ball If I Want To" on June 18,[40] "Red Light Green Light" on June 25,[41] and "Giving What It's Supposed To Give" on July 28.[42] Top 3 Songs (Names):“ROCKSTAR” ft. Roddy Ricch, ‘Blame It On Baby’ (2020),“Suge (Yea Yea)”, Baby On Baby (2019),“Levitating” Remix, Dua Lipa ft. DaBaby, ‘Future Nostalgia’ (2020) Other Information: Jonathan Lyndale Kirk (born December 22, 1991), known professionally as DaBaby (formerly known as Baby Jesus), is an American rapper.[4] After releasing several mixtapes between 2014 and 2018, he rose to mainstream prominence in 2019. DaBaby's debut studio album Baby on Baby (2019) peaked at number seven on the Billboard 200,[5] while his second studio album, Kirk (2019), debuted at number one.[6] The former album featured the Billboard Hot 100 top-ten single "Suge", while the latter featured the multi-platinum records "Intro" and "Bop".[7] His third studio album, Blame It on Baby (2020), became his second consecutive number-one album in the US. The album included his highest-charting song, "Rockstar" (featuring Roddy Ricch), which spent seven non-consecutive weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100.[8]

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The US must strengthen its defenses against increasing threats from both China and Russia, focusing on Beijing as its main global competitor, the Biden administration’s national defense strategy released Thursday says. While Russia remains an “acute threat” to the US according to the strategy, it has been “absolutely deterred from attacking NATO,” a senior defense official said. China is the US’s “pacing challenge” because it is “the only competitor with both the intent and increasingly the capability to systematically challenge the United States across the board, militarily, economically, technologically, diplomatically,” a second senior defense official said about the strategy. The release of the National Defense Strategy, Nuclear Posture Review and Missile Defense Review, all policy documents that guide the US government’s defense and military strategies, come as the Biden administration faces an increasingly modernized Russian nuclear arsenal and a rapid growth in China’s forces. It also comes amidst heightened global tensions, with the ongoing conflict from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in its eighth month, increased rhetoric from China about Taiwan and North Korea’s recent series of ballistic missile tests. The nuclear challenge posed by both China and Russia is longstanding but Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and China’s latest aggressive rhetoric about being ready to take back Taiwan has underlined the complexity of the challenge to the US. “For the first time, we’ll have to deter two major nuclear arm competitors, both China and Russia,” the first senior defense official said. “This presents new dilemmas for both strategic deterrence and for regional warfighting.” Senior defense officials acknowledged the heightened global tensions since the last national defense strategy was released in 2018, noting “the international security environment has deteriorated,” since then, the first official said. “Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is a stark reminder of nuclear risk in contemporary conflict and China’s nuclear modernization and its rapid expansion presents us with new risks and uncertainties,” the official added. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the US is “certainly concerned” about escalation in Ukraine, as it has been “from the very beginning.” “As long as we have the channels of communication open and we’re able to communicate, you know, what’s important to us, then I think we have an opportunity to manage escalation,” said Austin at a press conference on the launch of the strategy at the Pentagon.” Austin also said Russia’s use of a nuclear weapon in Ukraine would result in “a very significant response from the international community.” “We’re going to continue to communicate that any type of use of a weapon of that sort or even the talk of the use of a weapon of that sort is dangerous and irresponsible,” said Austin, who added that if Russia used one, it “has a potential of changing things in the international community.” China as the ‘pacing challenge’ China is the “most comprehensive and serious challenge to US national security” because of its “coercive and increasingly aggressive endeavor to refashion the Indo-Pacific region and the international system to suit its interests and authoritarian preferences,” the national defense strategy states. A major concern to the US is China’s rapid modernization of their military and nuclear weapons, the first official said. China “likely intends to possess at least 1,000 deliverable warheads by the end of the decade,” the Nuclear Posture Review says. The US has “seen that the PRC has both grown more capable and more irresponsible in its behavior in the Indo-Pacific in particular over these last years, I would just point out, to take one example, the profound modernization and diversification of the PRC’s nuclear capabilities in these last years,” the second official added. Former Commander of US Strategic Command, Admiral Charles Richard, warned about China’s nuclear modernization in 2021. “We are witnessing a strategic breakout by China. The explosive growth and modernization of its nuclear and conventional forces can only be what I describe as breathtaking, and, frankly, that word breathtaking may not be enough,” Richard said in 2021. Russia remains ‘acute threat’ While China is the US’s pacing challenge, Russia remains an “acute threat” to the US, the documents state. Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine “underscores that nuclear dangers persist and could grow in an increasingly competitive and volatile geopolitical landscape,” the nuclear posture review states. Russia “continues to emphasize nuclear weapons in its strategy, modernize and expand its nuclear forces and brandish its nuclear weapons in support of its revisionist security policy,” the review states. Russia plans to continue growing its nuclear arsenal, which, right now, includes up to “1,550 accountable, deployable warheads on strategic delivery vehicles that are limited by the new START Treaty as well as nuclear forces that are not numerically constrained by any arms control treaty,” the review states. While Congress was briefed on the classified versions of the documents in March – and the documents were finalized before that – they take into account Russia’s war in Ukraine, the second defense official said. “Really by kind of late last fall or so, we all had a pretty rough idea that Russia was interested in launching this unprovoked aggression against Ukraine, and we were actually able to bake that into our thinking as we were going through the reviews throughout those months,” the official said. “I would note that some of the core ideas within the reviews have proven to be even more salient as this war has continued.” Meanwhile, as the world has watched the Kremlin’s war in Ukraine unfolding, the Pentagon has noted Russia’s use of thousands of offensive missiles, including many which lack precision guidance and have struck civilian targets. Pentagon officials increasingly see this as an inevitable part of a future conflict, the first defense official said. “Russia has been indiscriminately using thousands of offensive missiles in Ukraine,” the official said. “Their use of missiles in Ukraine shows we should expect these weapons to become a common feature of 21st century conflict.” So far, Russia has been “absolutely deterred from attacking NATO,” the official said with a level of confidence rarely heard from the US, especially amid escalating rhetoric from Russia and its state-run media outlets. “President Biden has stated unequivocally that we will defend every inch of NATO territory, and it’s very clear to us here in the Pentagon that Russia has received that message,” the official said. Cancelling nuclear sea-launched cruise missile The latest posture review, as expected, formalizes the cancellation of a new nuclear tipped sea-launched cruise missile that Richard, as well as General Mark Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs, had advocated as a necessary option. Earlier this year, Richard told a Senate subcommittee that the strategic breakout by Russia and China “demonstrates that we have a deterrence and assurance gap against the threat of limited nuclear employment.” To help close that nuclear gap, Richard repeatedly advocated for the new cruise missile. Other top commanders had advised keeping the effort to develop such a missile. But the Pentagon is rejecting that advice in the Nuclear Posture Review, calling into question the deterrence value of the missile and its expected costs, especially in light of other nuclear modernization programs. “The marginal capability that this provides is far outweighed by the cost,” told Congress in April. The nuclear-armed sea-launched cruise missile, introduced in the 2018 nuclear posture review, is “no longer necessary” given the other nuclear weapons the US has and is developing, the review states. SURSA

Climate change has pushed emperor penguins, the largest species of penguin on Earth, onto the threatened species list, which means the iconic Antarctic birds are likely to become endangered in the foreseeable future. A study published last year highlighted the imminent threats to the survival of emperor penguins (Aptenodytes forsteri). It found that up to 70% of emperor penguin colonies in Antarctica could become extinct by 2050 if current rates of sea ice loss continue. In the worst-case scenarios, 98% of colonies could disappear by 2100, leaving the species unable to rebound. These harrowing findings prompted the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) to propose protecting emperor penguins under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). On Tuesday (Oct. 25), the USFWS officially declared(opens in new tab) the emperor penguin to be a threatened species and thus extended them protections under the ESA. "This listing reflects the growing extinction crisis and highlights the importance of the ESA and efforts to conserve species before po[CENSORED]tion declines become irreversible," USFWS Director Martha Williams said in the statement. "Climate change is having a profound impact on species around the world and addressing it is a priority for the Administration. The listing of the emperor penguin serves as an alarm bell but also a call to action." Related: Meet the robot keeping an eye on emperor penguins in Antarctica CLOSE There are currently about 61 breeding colonies of emperor penguins living along the coastline of Antarctica, which include roughly 270,000 to 280,000 breeding pairs, the USFWS stated. These po[CENSORED]tions currently seem stable, but due to anticipated sea ice loss, the flightless bird's numbers are expected to decline "in a significant portion of its range." Models suggest that, if humans manage to curb carbon emissions dramatically, global emperor penguin po[CENSORED]tions could dwindle by about 26% by 2050. But in a high-carbon-emission scenario, the po[CENSORED]tions could fall by more than 50% in the same time frame. Notably, these losses would not be dispersed evenly throughout the global A. forsteri po[CENSORED]tion. "The Ross and Weddell Seas are strongholds for the species, and po[CENSORED]tions in these areas will most likely remain stable," the USFWS stated. "However, emperor penguin colonies within the Indian Ocean, Western Pacific Ocean, and Bellingshausen Sea and Amundsen Sea sectors are projected to decline by over 90 percent due to melting sea ice." Issuing protections for emperor penguins under the ESA could potentially help bolster the species against po[CENSORED]tion decline, according to the statement. Specifically, designating the species as threatened "promotes international cooperation on conservation strategies, increases funding for conservation programs, spurs research and provides concrete tools for threat reductions," according to the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution(opens in new tab). In addition, U.S. federal agencies will have to ensure their projects don't threaten the penguin or its habitat — for example, by spewing copious amounts of carbon into the atmosphere. The agencies will also be tasked with preventing industrial fisheries from depleting the penguins' supply of prey. SURSA

How good is the 2023 Honda Civic Type R? Along with enthusiasts on a budget—and/or the ones savvy enough to understand you don't need to spend six figures to buy yourself high dynamic limits—we've waited impatiently to find out since Honda first revealed specifics about the car. Just days ago, the company finally—and almost cruelly—offered us a quick experience behind the wheel; if a handful of laps around a medium-speed road course is an accurate representation of its character, we're now more eager to have an unrestricted go in its latest sport compact. Why It's Important If you know about performance cars, you know the "R" badge has designated Honda's most extreme models for 31 years. The previous Civic Type R earned universal praise within MotorTrend ranks, from its punchy (especially in the midrange) engine, sublime chassis tuning, and daily usability. Consider the fact that when we named it a finalist for our 2018 Car of the Year award, our judges said things like: "It's unlike any front-drive car I've ever driven; it's unlike any hot hatch I've ever driven. This car will be remembered for a very long time as the pinnacle of front-wheel-drive performance." "This is the most impressive new Honda I've driven since the original NSX. The chassis displays superb balance and composure, feeling planted and connected at all times, with ride quality that seems impossibly compliant for a car rolling on such fat, low-profile performance tires. It's the best front-drive chassis in the world, period." 2023 honda civic type r 05 filterSEE ALL 12 PHOTOS The 2023 Civic Type R has a lot to live up to, then. This shouldn't be a problem on paper. Its 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder is gutsier, with 315 hp (nine more than before) and 310 lb-ft of torque (an extra 15). Remember when 100 hp per liter was the holy grail of specific output? We're now talking 157.8 hp per liter in a car costing well less than $50,000. There's also a new active exhaust system, better cooling, an 18 percent lighter flywheel, a stiffer chassis, an even more precise shifter for what was already an insanely good gearbox, greater front and rear track widths, and suspension and steering Honda promises are better than ever. Wider wheels and tires are present, too, and the car rides 0.5 inch lower while measuring 0.6 inch wider, and features a 1.4-inch-longer wheelbase. Then there are the revised aero elements adorning a body that now presents as an aggressive small sedan rather than the former version's hatchback, all in a total package that weighs only about 50 pounds more than before. (The cargo opening is still a full hatch.) Driving Like (And With) A Pro Three days prior to the United States Formula 1 Grand Prix held at Circuit of the Americas near Austin, Texas, on October 23, Honda invited a group of journalists to drive the 2023 Civic Type R at Harris Hill Raceway in nearby San Marcos. The surprise: Freshly crowned two-time F1 world champion Max Verstappen and his Red Bull Racing teammate, Sergio Pérez, rocked up to give us a couple hot laps around the 1.82-mile, 11-turn club track. The F1 drivers' presence served as a reminder that, despite Honda scaling back its F1 involvement with Red Bull following the conclusion of the 2021 season, a strong relationship remains intact between the two. Strapping into the Civic Type R next to Verstappen—who won the U.S. GP days later and clinched the 2022 Constructors' Championship for Red Bull and Honda—the 25-year-old Dutchman smiled, offered a fist bump, and punched us out of the pit lane. He and Pérez had only done a few reconnaissance laps of the circuit, yet an F1 driver's ability to find the limit quickly on an unfamiliar track was comically evident. Pitching the Civic Type R aggressively yet smoothly into the sweeping corners, Verstappen's braking inputs were surprisingly moderate as he mostly used just one hand on the wheel to rotate the Honda on entry, carrying massive speed at every turn and appearing to use a full 1 percent of his brain capacity as he did so. The harder he went, the better the car seemed to respond, never washing out into big understeer, the rear end at times getting quite loose and then gripping up easily time and again. The only moment anything went even slightly awry occurred when he botched a shift (no steering-wheel paddles here; he reacted with a bemused "Oops!"), the suspension coping impressively with an unexpectedly body-rattling track surface, the result of Harris Hill being built atop unstable clay ground just like what lies beneath the Circuit of the Americas tarmac F1 runs on. "It's quite bumpy," Verstappen observed dryly halfway around lap one. Soon after, an extra-large heave bounced our helmeted head loudly off the B-pillar, which elicited a comforting response of dead silence from the world champion. We're pretty sure we caught him smiling, though. Or maybe it was a smirk. Asked afterward about his impressions of the Type R, he said, "[This was the] first time I could really just have a good go of it, because last time I was driving it, it had just got to Europe and I had to do some filming. So there were cameras all over, like, attached to the car; it was not that exciting. They kept reminding me, 'There's only one car here, there's only one car here!' I was like, 'OK!'" Indeed, and in typical race-driver style, one of the first things he observed to a Honda rep after climbing from the Civic Type R following his initial laps was, "Oh good, you brought spares!" He continued with a laugh, "Yeah, I mean you never know, right? It's been really fun to drive. I think this car compared to the previous version took a good step forward in handling. I always felt the previous car had a bit too much understeer. Of course, with a front-wheel-drive car … but this one really comes alive and feels like it has a lot more front-end grip. When you want to have fun around the track like this, it's good to have the strong turn-in. You would think maybe it's too strong for the rear. But once you have the rear sliding a little bit, it's very easy to control and a lot of fun to drive." 2023 honda civic type r 01 filterSEE ALL 12 PHOTOS It was a telling analysis because, as we noted earlier, we've always found the outgoing Type R to be a stunning handler. Sure, it will understeer just like virtually any production car, but it's never been a fun-killing chassis trait. We kept this in mind as we hopped into the driver's seat. Piloting a car we'd never driven previously for just a few laps while following an instructor around a track we'd never seen before was never going to deliver the definitive word on its abilities. But it was easy to see Verstappen's point almost immediately. The 2023 Civic Type R feels slightly quicker than its predecessor, but the real magic appears to be the way its front end responds even quicker to the steering wheel, the latter also feeling more positive and direct thanks to its stiffer architecture. Get your braking, turn-in, and throttle inputs somewhere in the vicinity of correct, and the tail unhooks itself easily but benignly, which makes corner entry rotation achievable even for people who haven't won 33 grands prix. As track-day drivers know, this is a big key to quick lap times. The Bottom Line It's also the key to big fun. From what we felt during this brief drive, the 2023 Honda Civic Type R seems likely to—once we soon get our hands on it for a proper full evaluation—prove itself better across the board than its already stunning forebear. That might not be as obviously historic as winning multiple world championships as Verstappen, Red Bull, and Honda have done, but it would make this Type R something to remember for years to come, too. 2023 Honda Civic Type R Specifications BASE PRICE $43,990 LAYOUT Front-engine, FWD, 4-pass, 4-door sedan ENGINE 2.0L/315-hp/310-lb-ft turbo DOHC 16-valve I-4 SURSA

With 2023 just two months away, it’s time for you to seal your travel plans for the coming year. After all, it’s never too soon to prepare for your next exciting travel outing. But, if you are bored of visiting the same ol’ destinations filled with tourists, we have got you covered! National Geographic recently released its ‘Best of the World’ list featuring 25 must-see destinations for 2023. With “places filled with wonder, rewarding to travellers of all ages, and supportive of local communities and ecosystems”, the list is spread across five categories — community, nature, culture, family and adventure — with the ‘community’ category being the latest addition. It is “designed to be inclusive of healing and heritage journeys, community-led conservation efforts, ways for travellers to give back, and locations doing groundbreaking work in eco-tourism, sustainability and inclusive travel”. Amy Alipio, Senior Editor, National Geographic Travel, said in a statement, “We have experienced so many changes and disruptions in the way we explore over the last few years, so with this year’s list, we really wanted to get back to identifying positive stories about destinations and communities.”“With our team of travel experts and editors, we took a deeper dive into places all over the globe that are providing experiences that are unique and beneficial for both locals and travellers: locations where visitors ultimately sustain and support—not damage—the destination’s environment and community. We also worked hard to provide lesser-known gems on the list, equally inspiring alternatives to destinations that have become overcrowded (think Choquequirao vs. Machu Picchu in Peru),” he noted, in a press release. SURSA

A South Carolina judge on Wednesday ruled that former Trump White House chief of staff Mark Meadows must appear for testimony in the Atlanta-area grand jury 2020 election meddling investigation. “I am going to find that the witness is material and necessary to the investigation and that the state of Georgia is assuring not to cause undue hardship to him,” Judge Edward Miller – who sits on the Court of Common Pleas in Pickens County, South Carolina – said at the end of a hearing Wednesday morning. ROBSTOWN, TEXAS - OCTOBER 22: Former U.S President Donald Trump speaks at a 'Save America' rally on October 22, 2022 in Robstown, Texas. The former president, alongside other Republican nominees and leaders held a rally where they energized supporters and voters ahead of the midterm election. (Photo by Brandon Bell/Getty Images) DOJ asks judge to force Trump White House lawyers to testify in Jan. 6 probe The matter was before the South Carolina judge because Meadows now lives in South Carolina and Atlanta-area prosecutors sought an order there compelling his compliance with the subpoena. Meadows plans to appeal the ruling, his attorney James Bannister told CNN. The Fulton County district attorney’s office, which is leading the special grand jury probe in Georgia, said in court filings there are multiple dates in November when they could accommodate Meadows’ testimony. Meadows’ arguments for why he should not have to comply with a subpoena were met with skepticism from the South Carolina judge, who questioned the relevancy of some of the evidence Meadows’ attorney tried to put forward in the hearing, which lasted less than an hour. Miller also jumped in when a question by Bannister posed to a prosecutor involved in the Atlanta probe suggested a partisan motivation of the investigation. “This is not a political hearing,” Miller told Bannister, calling the line of inquiry “far afield” from the dispute before the South Carolina court. The judge said that some of the legal arguments Meadows was raising were claims that could be considered by other courts, but were not relevant to the decision before him. Video Ad Feedback CNN reporter details Meadows' texts from pro-Trump operative 02:12 - Source: CNN Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis is spearheading the special purpose grand jury investigation into attempts to mani[CENSORED]te Georgia’s 2020 election results. The probe was prompted by the infamous call between Trump and Georgia’s secretary of state, in which Trump requested that Secretary Brad Raffensperger “find” the votes that would secure his victory. But the investigation has grown to include the fake electors plot, the presentations made by Trump allies to Georgia lawmakers that promoted bogus voter fraud claims and other Trump-world machinations from that period. The Atlanta-area investigators, in demanding Meadows’ testimony, are pointing to his involvement in the Trump-Raffensperger call and to a December 2020 White House meeting about election fraud claims that was touted by Meadows. Their filings also reference his visit to a site where an audit of Georgia’s election was underway and emails Meadows sent to Justice Department officials about unsubstantiated fraud allegations. Meadows, in court filings, argued that the South Carolina law that Fulton County district attorney is using to force his appearance does not apply to the subpoena in question. Meadow’s attorney also stressed at the hearing executive privilege concerns, noting his ongoing federal court lawsuit challenging a House January 6 select committee subpoena. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) listens during a press conference on refusing Russian annexation of portions of Ukraine, at the U.S. Capitol, in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, September 29, 2022. Clarence Thomas freezes order for Lindsey Graham to testify before Georgia grand jury investigating 2020 election Will Wooten – a deputy district attorney in Willis’ office who testified as a witness at the hearing – noted that Meadows traveled to the Georgia audit site apparently by himself. “There’s multiple places where there is no executive privilege issue,” Wooten said. Other former Trump allies, including his then-attorney Jenna Ellis, have brought similar challenges to the Fulton County probe’s subpoenas – but most have been unsuccessful so far. However, one Texas attorney who participated in the presentations to Georgia lawmakers was able to defeat Willis’ office in such a subpoena dispute. A bid by Sen. Lindsey Graham to halt a subpoena in the investigation for his testimony is currently before the US Supreme Court. This story has been updated with additional details. SURSA

President Joe Biden on Wednesday said his administration is cracking down on so-called junk fees, including announcing new steps that effectively ban banks from issuing surprise overdraft fees and depositor fees on bounced checks. His speech announcing the new actions also highlighted his administration’s efforts to provide more “breathing room” relief to American consumers as the economy and inflation remain top concerns to voters 13 days before the midterm elections. “Today, my administration is announcing new actions to lower the costs of everyday living for American families, to put more money in the pockets of the middle-income and working-class Americans, to hold big corporations accountable,” Biden said at the White House, pointing to the “unfair hidden fees” like overdraft fees, hidden hotel booking fees and termination charges when consumers switch cable and internet plans. Biden on Wednesday said that the new moves on junk fees will “immediately start saving Americans collectively billions of dollars in unfair fees,” and that he has directed his administration to “reduce or eliminate” other junk fees. Specifically, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is issuing new guidance publicly relaying that depositor fee and surprise overdraft fee practices “are likely unfair and unlawful under existing law.” “There’s a lot going on that we’re doing, and it adds up,” Biden said of his broad efforts to help American consumers, noting that he understands “the frustration of the American people” amid rising prices. The economy and inflation are issues at the front of voters’ minds in battleground states, CNN polls released this week show. And along with acknowledging Americans’ frustrations about the state of the economy, Biden has frequently deployed a midterm campaign message aimed at differentiating what he says are the savings in Democrats’ policy plans from Republicans’ costly proposals. At the podium, Biden was keenly aware of the concerns, seeking to provide examples of how his, and his party’s, efforts are affecting the economy and lowering costs – highlighting downward trends in gas prices, reductions in the cost of hearing aids and new jobs at a New York Micron facility he’s visiting this week. The White House defines junk fees as those “designed either to confuse or deceive consumers or to take advantage of lock-in or other forms of situational market power,” National Economic Council officials Brian Deese, Neale Mahoney, and Tim Wu wrote, falling into four categories: mandatory fees that often hide the full price, surprise fees that consumers learn after purchase, exploitative or predatory fees, and fraudulent fees. Tackling hidden fees was a key component of the President’s meeting with the White House Competition Council last month. The economic officials also highlighted other past actions – including new rules and guidance on bank and credit card fees, taking aim at bad junk fee practices across industries through a new rulemaking process, restricting junk fees charged by auto dealers, requiring airlines to disclose fees up front, requiring internet companies to display a “Broadband Nutrition Label” and reducing the cost of shipping goods. The President detailed some of those unfair changes with specific examples, including an overdraft fee when “the bank screwed up,” a fee for a bounced check for someone trying to sell a bicycle online, resort fees added to bills at checkout, and processing fees for concerts. “These junk fees – they’re unfair and they’re hitting marginalized Americans the hardest, especially low-income folks and people of color. They benefit big corporations, not consumers, not working families. And that changes now,” Biden said, vowing to announce more “concrete actions” going forward. SURSA

A terrified dog has been found with her throat ripped out in one of the worst cases of animal abuse RSPCA Cornwall has ever seen. Lady, a Jack Russell, was rescued by RSPCA inspectors and taken to their St Columb branch, where the extent of her injuries became apparent. The poor pooch has since undergone a surgery on her throat but now might have to have one of her legs amputated because she cannot bear weight on it, reports Plymouth Live. An RSPCA statement said: "We're no stranger to helping animals in a time of crisis, and Lady here was no exception. "We received a call from the local inspectorate team asking if we could take in a Jack russell who was currently at the vets in a critical condition. "We, of course, said yes without hesitation. "Lady was rushed to a vets after she was found by the inspector with her oesophagus ripped out. "The inspector took quick action and a local vet managed to help her in time so that her wound was not fatal." While Lady is recovering well from her operation, her surgery journey does not stop there. "Lady cannot weight bear on her left hind limb. We do not know how long she's been struggling with this or how it came about," the statement adds. "Our local vets, Penmellyn Vets, are investigating her leg, but it's likely that she will need to have her leg amputated, or, need cruciate surgery on both of her hind legs." As the branch is not funded by the RSPCA, they have launched a fundraiser to raise enough money to cover the Jack russell's medical treatment. The statement reads: "We have over 100 animals under our care that all need our support and we, like every other rescue, need support from the public to keep helping these animals. "If you can support us, even a small amount, this will go a long way to ensure that we can give every animal the second chance they deserve." RSPCA Cornwall will use any additional money from the fundraiser to help other animals in need. SURSA

Backed by nearly 70 years of heritage, the new 2023 Toyota Crown continues a legacy of Japanese automotive flagships that stretches back 15 generations. But in a way, none of that matters. Because the 2023 model is the first Crown to reach U.S. shores since 1972, which means Americans can't be relied on to respect that history. The 2023 Crown must stand on its own. With the Avalon discontinued, Toyota could have just quietly exited the full-size sedan segment. Instead, we get a boundary-pushing sedan-UV design you must see in person to appreciate (or not). Beyond the polarizing look and longstanding heritage, though, how else does the 2023 Toyota Crown entice buyers? Very Much Not A 2023 Avalon The old Avalon and new Crown are both full-size flagship Toyota sedans, but that's where the similarities end. As with the Venza, the Sienna, and even the Sequoia, the Crown makes its debut with an all-hybrid lineup. And just like those other Toyotas, you don't need to be a Prius-loving environmentalist to care about the Crown's green-friendly powertrains. A 236-hp four-cylinder AWD hybrid system mated to a CVT is standard on the Crown XLE and Limited; this is an updated version of the tech we've seen in various Toyotas for years. Acceleration to 60 mph comes in 7.6 seconds, Toyota says, though that's using 91-octane (87 is recommended when you're not racing a Lexus ES for pink slips). Pricing starts just above $41,000 for this version of the Crown. If that causes a little heartburn, remember the 2022 Avalon already started around $38,000 with a V-6 and $39,000 with a hybrid I-4.The surprise of the lineup—before the Crown Prime plug-in arrives—is the Platinum model. You'll have to spend just over $53,000 for the 2023 Crown Platinum, the only trim with Toyota's new Hybrid Max system. As on the 2023 Lexus RX500h, the Crown Platinum skips the 2.5-liter I-4 for a 2.4-liter turbo I-4. It also gets a six-speed automatic and a more complex hybrid system, the latter involving a motor on the front axle as well as a motor and inverter on the rear axle to deliver responsive acceleration and AWD that always has at least 30 percent of the torque going to the rear wheels. Like that Lexus, the max torque distribution to the rear axle is 80 percent. The Crown Platinum may "only" make 340 hp to the RX500h's 366 hp, but the Toyota is still good for an automaker-estimated 5.7-second 0-60-mph time. It easily feels that quick on the road.Why Does It Look Like That? The 2023 Toyota Crown follows in the tire tracks left by AMC, Subaru, and even Volvo. It's a lifted sedan that's 4.1 inches taller than an Avalon and 1 inch shy of the C-HR SUV with roof rails. Walking around the Crown is no less strange than swiping through the photos in this review. You understand what you're looking at, but it just seems … different somehow. In an industry full of design one-upmanship, the Crown breaks through. The way the roof slopes to the rear decklid is an especially nice touch, but the problem we see is elsewhere. The uniquely styled Crown picks up where the Avalon left off in front, with a blacked-out grille treatment just as excessive today as when that discontinued car launched for 2019. The story doesn't improve with the two-tone paint options, which includes a black hood that vaguely suggests a sports car the Crown most definitely is not. But hey, go big or go home, right? Even if the two-tone option is writing some checks the Crown can't cash, we admire Toyota's courage here—especially with the gold-ish Bronze Age/black and eye-catching Supersonic Red/black choices. In back, the Crown goes for a single-taillight look and features a black ribbed trim piece that looks best when it contrasts against a non-black color. Attractive 19-inch wheels are standard equipment on the XLE, while 21s are available on the Limited and standard on the Platinum. The Crown may have four body styles in Japan (including an incredibly hot one), but maybe Toyota hopes the unique design shakes up a segment that's seen a number of competitors plan on leaving the segment.Both Crown powertrains drive well, but don't think of the Hybrid Max-ified Platinum as simply a more powerful version of the standard hybrid system in the XLE and Limited. With the standard setup, the lower two trims feel more powerful than 236 hp suggests, and that could be the hybrid boost at work. The engine sounds a little grainy, but it's not too loud. Besides, with 42/41 mpg city/highway and a nearly 600-mile combined driving range (!), that minor issue is forgivable. On the smooth two-lane roads outside Nashville, we weren't able to put the Crown's suspension to the test, but chief engineer Akihiro Sarada tells us ride quality was a priority; not surprisingly, the team aimed for a smooth and refined ride. Sarada, whose father had 11th- and 12th-generation Crowns, is also proud of the way the 2023 model corners relatively flat for such a large car. It's true, no 2023 Crown we drove flopped over with excessive body roll when driven comfortably or at moderately spirited speeds. Not bad for a car that weighs around 4,300 pounds. Brake feel is also a highlight, as the car delivers near-seamless responses when you come to a stop. That sounds like basic stuff but isn't: The transition for hybrids from regenerative to mechanical braking right before you stop has stymied automakers in the past, including Lexus. Where The Crown Can Improve In the Lexus RX500h and now the Toyota Crown Platinum, we're fans of the company's new hybrid AWD system based on the 2.4-liter turbo inline-four. In the latter car, it only comes in fully loaded form with not enough interior flair to match the exterior. A few subtle, upscale copper trim pieces look good but don't match the door handles. Also, the door panels themselves are too hard and plain, though we appreciate the squishy armrests. All over the interior, the materials are a fair mix of high-quality stuff and harder surfaces. That interior adequacy and the lack of a power trunk option make us reluctantly suggest buyers pass on the expensive Hybrid Max powertrain for a Limited with the optional 21-inch wheels. If you're going to do things differently, might as well commit to the look. Unless, however, you're tall. There's not as much headroom inside as you might think, but maybe a design this interesting merits some practical compromises. The rear seat is spacious for two, but it's not as cavernous as the exterior dimensions suggest. One other quick note: The button to open the trunk on the right side of the trunklid below the LED light strip is too small and hard to access. We hope a future Crown updates this. For now, appreciate the way the 2023 Toyota Crown charts its own course. Or don't and get the more traditionally attractive Volkswagen Arteon. But like the rest of the full-size car space, that VW lacks the Crown's efficiency and conversation-starter appeal. We're not sold on the Toyota's styling and think the interior could do a better job at the Platinum price point, but this car is intriguing. That and Toyota's reputation for long-term value may be enough for some buyers, regardless of what model name is spelled out on the trunklid. We just hope Toyota will continue to iterate on this Crown or, you know, maybe give us one of the three other body styles—including the vaguely European SUV. SURSA

With an experience of over 20 years, Narendra Kumar understands the nitty-gritty of the ever evolving fashion industry, and hence, the need to experiment with newer trends and styles to keep up with the modern-day customer. But despite all the challenges and changes, the ace fashion designer — who has “worked in every aspect of the fashion industry” — describes his journey as “exhilarating”.Talking about the same in detail, the fashion maestro opened up to indianexpress.com about the many experiences that have shaped his journey, the changing scape of the fashion industry in India, his experience of working with Bollywood (celebrities and films), the approaches he adopts when designing for men and women, and the emerging trend of sustainability. Edited excerpts below. You have been a part of the fashion industry for over two decades — how would you describe the journey? In one word, exhilarating! Given the fact that I have worked in almost every aspect of the fashion industry, from being India’s first fashion editor for a magazine, teaching at NIFT, styling for films like Madhur Bhandarkar’s Fashion, and styling a whole host of celebrities, designing from couture to street, consulting with all leading brands in the country, being a photographer to being a filmmaker (India’s first fashion film to listed in Official Selection in the Best Fashion Film category at the Berlin Fashion Film Festival), to being the Creative Director at Amazon Fashion and still loving the various roles that I play with more to come. Loving it. In these years, in what ways would you say fashion has evolved; and it is for the good or bad? The dynamics of fashion have been changing because of technological advancements, and more informed buying habits among consumers. The focus on sustainability and digitalisation has encouraged positive developments. It has challenged us to experiment with new styles and stay at par with trends to be able to suffice the demands of customers. We have started adopting newer design methods, and recycled materials, and are taking our brands to online platforms to reach a wider audience. The modern consumer has become extremely conscious of their fashion choices. They don’t just jump on the bandwagon; their shopping decisions rely so much on the research they do about the brand/designers, quality and style, collection reviews, availability, and pricing. Our approach is now more driven by customer preferences than before.But not only in the world of fashion, but you have also been a Bollywood stylist in many films. How different is the experience? The essential difference to me is the fact that, when I am doing a collection I am telling a story about the human condition in terms of how we are changing as a people, social anthropology, I create my own world and it’s my story, on the other hand when I am styling a film, I am enhancing the character of a director’s story which is equally rewarding.Tell us about your latest collection for women for Amazon Fashion X RIVER Season 3. In what ways is it different from your previous collection? The RIVER Season 3 collection on Amazon Fashion explores the world of contemporary fashion through three alternative trends that dominate the AW 22/23 Winter Festive Season. It takes you on a journey, from the plains of Central Asia to the Mountains of Peru, winding up in a boldly told graphic story. The collection will be focused on four stories: Floral Arabesque, Graphic, Paisley, and Geometric. This story is told through two main colour themes: burnt Earth in all its glory, consisting of yellow, rust, sienna, ochre, nutmeg and earthy pastel; and a return to nature in all its wonder, with greens, teals, blue and sage. The silhouette for the collection is a statement in ease, with kurtas, dresses, tops and trousers to complete your look for the festive and travel season. In all these years, what or who has been your biggest inspiration? My muse has been my country, in the sense of how we have changed as people over the last two to three decades from the opening up of the economy in the early 90’s. Each and every collection has had a story with unique presentation, whether it’s about Article 66A of the Constitution of the country, how sport is redefining our country, how music has evolved, the growing prevalence of fake news (our brand FKNS), to the dystopian times we live in. Of course, I had my mentors at the beginning of my career, Claude Montana, Thierry Mugler, Azzedine Alaia, Yoyjhi Yamamoto — designers known for their exceptional tailoring, some of whom I have had the pleasure of meeting in person. You are one of the leading designers for men; how different is it designing for women and why? What are the basic dos and don’ts you keep in mind (or do you approach both in a similar way considering gender fluid fashion is gaining momentum in the country)? Designing for me has always been about dressing the mind and not the body and taking them on a journey of self-expression. The female or male form does not matter much, more so today, given the changing times we live in. Gender fluidity is not limited to stereotypes we have, it’s also about our roles in life when it comes to our workplaces. I am passionate about designing irrespective of whether I am designing a collection for men or women’s wear. I believe the only dos and don’ts are to understand the requirements of the customers you are planning to target with your designs. Fashion is all about being confident and comfortable in what you wear. Hence, my focus has been to create apparels, regardless of gender, that are not just in line with current styles and trends but make my customers feel assured and happy.Sustainability became a huge talking point in the last two years. Where do you think the Indian fashion industry ranks on that list? A growing awareness and concern about the influence of the fashion industry on the environment has emerged in the last few years. This has shifted focus on driving sustainable practices and offering eco-friendly fashion and beauty alternatives. There are multiple Indian brands and designer labels that are ensuring that they are well-equipped by using recycled products, multi-purpose clothing and naturally sourced materials, among others, to deliver products that are in compliance with the sustainability standards. I believe that Indian fashion is taking this as an opportunity to ensure a greener environment while offering latest, quality fashion.Five wardrobe must-haves, according to you. Wardrobe essentials today are very different as opposed to even two years ago during the pre-pandemic days; they are dictated by occasions for most of us. While we are finally getting out of the pandemic, the best way to express this freedom is through colour or print. Whether you are wearing a kurta/kurti for the festive occasion, kaftan for easy travel to a resort for a destination wedding, or upgrading your casual style with dresses and tops that incorporate the easy comfort of our pandemic days, statement prints create a style statement for the season. A woman’s wardrobe should have a bright printed kurta set that is easy to wear at any puja or occasion. You can never replace a sari with any other outfit, but you can and must style it well to add variety to your look. Some other fashion pieces that are timeless and everyone should have in their wardrobe would be a plain white kurta, black trousers, and a blue jeans.This festive season, what would you recommend and why? Honestly, I would always recommend wearing what makes you feel confident and comfortable. You can always mix and match your outfits to bring some freshness to your look. When you are wearing a saree, you can wrap around an embellished belt that will give a nice twist to the look. If you are wearing an elegant yet simple kurta, like a floral one from my collection for Amazon Fashion X RIVER Season 3, then you must complete your look with an embroidered or embellished dupatta. Also, make sure you are not compromising on accessories, they will enhance your appearance. For men, add some colourful straight cut, easy to wear kurtas in your festive wardrobe, this is one the most sophisticated looks.

The United States on Wednesday imposed a slew of new sanctions against Iranian officials involved in the ongoing crackdown on nationwide protests in Iran – the latest US response to Tehran’s efforts to quash outrage after the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini. “It has been 40 days since the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini in the custody of Iran’s so-called ‘Morality Police,’ and we join her family and the Iranian people for a day of mourning and reflection,” Secretary of State Antony Blinken said in a statement. “The United States is committed to supporting the Iranian people and ensuring that those responsible for the brutal crackdown on the ongoing nationwide protests in Iran are held accountable,” Blinken said. “Today, we are announcing a joint action between the State and Treasury Departments designating 14 individuals and three entities using five different authorities, demonstrating our commitment to use all appropriate tools to hold all levels of the Iranian government to account.” Wednesday’s Treasury Department sanctions target the commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’ intelligence organization and the IRGC’s deputy commander for operations, as well as two officials in the Sistan and Baluchistan province, “site of some of the worst violence in the latest round of protests,” the agency said in a separate sanction. The Treasury Department also sanctioned numerous Iranian prison officials, including Hedayat Farzadi, the warden of Tehran’s notorious Evin Prison. In addition to the sanctions related to crackdowns on protesters, the Treasury Department also designated two Iranians and the school they founded – Ravin Academy – which “trains individuals in cyber security and hacking,” as well as Samane Gostar Sahab Pardaz Private Limited Company, “one of the main operators of social media filtering services in Iran,” the Treasury Department said. “Hackers trained at the Ravin Academy have been involved in directly disrupting the communication of those protesting against the Iranian regime,” Blinken said. The State Department sanctioned “Iranian commander and chief of police in Isfahan Province, Mohammed Reza Mirheydary … for his involvement in gross violations of human rights, namely the cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment of peaceful protestors during the November 2021 protests in Isfahan, Iran,” Blinken said. “As a result of today’s action, Mirheydary is ineligible for entry into the United States.” The top US diplomat also announced the US is imposing sanctions “on two individuals and one entity implicated in extrajudicial killings, torture, or other gross violations of internationally recognized human rights committed against individuals in Iran” – Bushehr Prison, which has “reportedly been the site of several human rights abuses,” Mohammed Reza Ostad, “the warden of that facility while gross violations of human rights occurred there;” and Mohammed Reza Mirheydary, “the commander and chief of the police force in Isfahan Province.” Latest measures The Biden administration has unveiled a series of measures aimed at punishing the regime for its repression of the Iranian people and to try to support the protesters. In late September, the US announced sanctions on Iran’s morality police following the death of Amini in their custody. In a statement, the US Treasury Department said it was sanctioning the morality police “for abuse and violence against Iranian women and the violation of the rights of peaceful Iranian protestors.” Shortly thereafter, amid internet shutdowns by the Iranian government in the face of widespread protests over Amini’s death, the US government took a step meant to allow technology firms to help the people of Iran access information online. In an interview with CNN’s Becky Anderson last week, Special Envoy for Iran Rob Malley emphasized that the US policy on Iran “is not one of regime change instigated from Washington.” “Our policy is to defend and support the fundamental rights of Iranian citizens just as we want to support the fundamental rights of citizens across the globe,” he said. “Form of government in Iran will be up to the Iranians to decide. Our position, which is very clear, is we support the fundamental human rights of ordinary Iranian women and men and that is our policy,” Malley added. Malley said “there’s no doubt” about which side of the widespread protests the United States is supporting: the protesters. “We’re on the side of those fundamental rights and of those fundamental rights being respected,” he said. US officials, including Malley, have said supporting the protesters – not the Iran nuclear deal – are their focus right now, as efforts to restore the nuclear agreement have hit yet another impasse. The Biden administration’s punitive measures on Iran for its crackdowns on protesters comes as the US and Europe work to counter Iran and Russia’s growing cooperation on the war in Ukraine. Russian forces have in recent weeks pummeled Ukrainian cities with Iranian drones. State Department principal deputy spokesperson Vedant Patel said last week that the “deepening” of relations between Moscow and Tehran should be seen as “a profound threat.” Patel said that the United States would “continue to take practical, aggressive steps to make these weapons sales harder, including sanctions, export control actions against any entities involved.” “We have extensive tools available at our arsenal to disrupt not just Iranian arms transfers, but also to continue to hold Russia accountable for their preposterous acts in Ukraine as well,” Patel said at a department briefing last Tuesday. SURSA

Musician Name: Bruce Springsteen Birthday / Location: Bruce Frederick Joseph Springsteen September 23, 1949 (age 73) Long Branch, New Jersey, U.S Main instrument: Vocals/guitar Musician Picture: Musician Awards & Nominations: Springsteen has sold more than 135 million records worldwide and more than 64 million records in the United States, making him one of the world's best-selling artists.[252][253] He has earned numerous awards for his work, including 20 Grammy Awards, two Golden Globes, an Academy Award, and a Special Tony Award (for Springsteen on Broadway). Springsteen was inducted into both the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1999, received the Kennedy Center Honors in 2009, was named MusiCares person of the year in 2013, and was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Barack Obama in 2016. In May 2021, Springsteen became the eighth recipient of the Woody Guthrie Prize, a prize that honors an artist who speaks out for social justice and carries on the spirit of the folk singer.[254] Best Performance: become known for his poetic, socially conscious lyrics and energetic stage performances, sometimes lasting up to four hours.[1] He has been nicknamed "The Boss".[2] Other Information: -

Artist: 21 Savage Real Name: Shéyaa Bin Abraham-Joseph Birth Date /Place: October 22, 1992 Plaistow, London, England Age: (age 30) Social status (Single / Married): Married Artist Picture: Musical Genres: rapp Awards: Year Award Category Nominated Work Result 2017 BET Awards[122] Best New Artist Himself Nominated Streamy Awards[123] Breakthrough Artist Nominated 2018 iHeartRadio Music Awards[124] Best New Hip-Hop Artist Nominated Hip-Hop Song of the Year "Rockstar" (with Post Malone) Nominated Billboard Music Awards[125] Top New Artist Himself Nominated Top Hot 100 Song "Rockstar" (with Post Malone) Nominated Top Streaming Song (Audio) Nominated Top Collaboration Nominated Top Rap Song Won American Music Awards[126] Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Song Nominated Collaboration of the Year Nominated MTV Europe Music Awards Best Song Nominated MTV Video Music Awards[127] Song of the Year Won Best Hip-Hop Video "Bartier Cardi" (with Cardi B) Nominated BET Awards[128] Best Collaboration Nominated BET Hip Hop Awards[129] Best Featured Verse Nominated Best Collabo, Duo or Group "Ric Flair Drip" Nominated 2019 Grammy Awards[130] Record of the Year "Rockstar" (with Post Malone) Nominated Best Rap/Sung Performance Nominated 2020 Grammy Awards Best Rap Song "A Lot" (with J. Cole) Won Best Rap Album I Am > I Was Nominated Top 3 Songs (Names): Bank Account,A Lot (Feat. J. Cole),No Heart Other Information:-