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3 days ago
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Historic university garden vandalized in apparent anti-Israel statement: 'Don't waste your tears'
Hundreds of the University of Michigan's iconic peonies were reportedly cut in an act of vandalism – apparently perpetrated by at least one unidentified pro-Palestinian agitator. The Ann Arbor school's W.E. Upjohn Peony Garden, located in Nichols Arboretum, is home to North America's largest collection of historic herbaceous peonies, according to The Associated Press – and it boasts about 800 plants with 10,000 flowers at peak bloom. However, about 250 – or one-third of them – were found Sunday morning with most of their flowers cut off. Anti-israel Protesters Torch Diplomas Outside Columbia University On Graduation Day While no group has taken credit for the gratuitous act of destruction, according to the university's Division of Public Safety & Security (DPSS), papers found around the site outlined the apparent motive. "Plant lives don't matter. Human lives do," the papers read in part. "Stop the war. Resist Imperialism." Read On The Fox News App "Palestinian lives deserve to be cared for. More than these flowers," they continue. "Don't waste your tears on the peonies. They are not even dead and will grow again next spring." "Make no mistake, the criminal tactics used in the recent act of vandalism at Nichols Arboretum are wholly unacceptable," read a statement by the university. "We unequivocally condemn the destruction of property and any act of vandalism on our campus," the statement continued. "Damaging a beloved community space intended to foster reflection and bring hope to the whole community is counter productive. We urge all community members to channel their voices through constructive and meaningful dialogue." University Of Michigan President's Home Spray-painted With Anti-israel Messages: 'Intifada' UMich is no stranger to acts of vandalism by anti-Israel agitators – university President Santa Ono's home and the surrounding area were spray-painted with the words "intifada" and "coward" in October. The Upjohn Garden incident also transpired on the same day as an alleged terrorist attack on a pro-Israel demonstration in Boulder, Colorado, that left multiple people injured. The suspect, Mohamad Sabry Soliman, "stated that he wanted to kill all Zionist people," according to a federal complaint. The DPSS is actively investigating the matter, which the school describes as a "criminal incident." A Public Affairs representative for the university declined to comment further on the incident when reached by Fox News article source: Historic university garden vandalized in apparent anti-Israel statement: 'Don't waste your tears'
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3 days ago
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- Fox News
Historic university garden vandalized in apparent anti-Israel statement: 'Don't waste your tears'
Hundreds of the University of Michigan's iconic peonies were reportedly cut in an act of vandalism – apparently perpetrated by at least one unidentified pro-Palestinian agitator. The Ann Arbor school's W.E. Upjohn Peony Garden, located in Nichols Arboretum, is home to North America's largest collection of historic herbaceous peonies, according to The Associated Press – and it boasts about 800 plants with 10,000 flowers at peak bloom. However, about 250 – or one-third of them – were found Sunday morning with most of their flowers cut off. While no group has taken credit for the gratuitous act of destruction, according to the university's Division of Public Safety & Security (DPSS), papers found around the site outlined the apparent motive. "Plant lives don't matter. Human lives do," the papers read in part. "Stop the war. Resist Imperialism." "Palestinian lives deserve to be cared for. More than these flowers," they continue. "Don't waste your tears on the peonies. They are not even dead and will grow again next spring." "Make no mistake, the criminal tactics used in the recent act of vandalism at Nichols Arboretum are wholly unacceptable," read a statement by the university. "We unequivocally condemn the destruction of property and any act of vandalism on our campus," the statement continued. "Damaging a beloved community space intended to foster reflection and bring hope to the whole community is counter productive. We urge all community members to channel their voices through constructive and meaningful dialogue." UMich is no stranger to acts of vandalism by anti-Israel agitators – university President Santa Ono's home and the surrounding area were spray-painted with the words "intifada" and "coward" in October. The Upjohn Garden incident also transpired on the same day as an alleged terrorist attack on a pro-Israel demonstration in Boulder, Colorado, that left multiple people injured. The suspect, Mohamad Sabry Soliman, "stated that he wanted to kill all Zionist people," according to a federal complaint. The DPSS is actively investigating the matter, which the school describes as a "criminal incident." A Public Affairs representative for the university declined to comment further on the incident when reached by Fox News Digital.
Business Standard
29-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
RBI sustains efforts towards accelerating global outreach of India's domestic payment systems
The Reserve Bank, in its Annual Report 202425 released Thursday said it continued with its initiatives during 2024-25 to enhance the efficiency, security, and accessibility of payment systems, fostering a more inclusive and resilient digital payments ecosystem. Efforts towards accelerating global outreach of Indias domestic payment systems, particularly Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and RuPay cards, were sustained. During the year, DPSS launched many initiatives in line with Payments Vision 2025, across the pillars of integrity, inclusion, innovation, institutionalisation and internationalisation. Indias payment and settlement systems recorded a robust growth of 34.8 per cent in terms of transaction volume during 2024-25 on top of the expansion of 44 per cent in the previous year. RBI noted that retail payment system recorded robust growth in transaction volume as well as value in 2024-25 with UPI transactions recording an increase of 41.7 per cent while NEFT transactions by 32.4 per cent in terms of volume. During 2024-25, the Reserve Bank continued with its endeavour towards enhancing the efficiency, security and accessibility of the payment systems, while further expanding the global outreach, promoting digital payments adoption and strengthening cyber resilience. The efforts towards fostering innovation, reducing operational risks and ensuring robust ICT infrastructure for the smooth functioning of its IT systems and applications were sustained. The work relating to cloud facility for the financial sector, next generation core banking (i.e., e-Kuber 3.0), registration of banks for domain and AI governance policy framework would be initiated in 2025-26, as per the RBI report.
Yahoo
01-03-2025
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- Yahoo
Los Angeles Homeless Resource Guide: Where to find free food, services, and support
LOS ANGELES - Los Angeles is in the midst of a growing humanitarian crisis, with thousands of people experiencing homelessness daily. While there are many resources available, accessing them can be challenging due to a lack of clear, organized information. To bridge this gap, a dedicated local advocate has compiled a guide to help those in need to find food, shelter, medical assistance, and other essential services. Below is a resource guide with detailed information on where to find support. Whether you or someone you know needs assistance, this guide provides a lifeline of support. You'll find different sections for free food, laundry, showers, clothing, phone charging, printing, internet access and transportation. At the bottom, you'll find available services broken down by day-of-the-week. Government Assistance – EBT & Cash Aid Location: DPSS Office – 11110 Pico Blvd The government provides $150-$200+ per week in food benefits through the EBT program. Funds are loaded onto a debit card that can be used at grocery stores. Cash aid may be available for hardship cases. DPSS can also help you with medical coverage, such as Medi-Cal. Venice Boardwalk Location: Cross street Ozone Ave, at the end of the Boardwalk, going towards Santa Monica. Saturdays & Sundays: 9 AM - 9:30 AM Fresh bread, fruits, salads, and sprouts available. Important: Bring a bag. Bread & Roses Café Address: 663 Rose Ave, Venice Monday - Friday – Arrive at 9 AM, 10 AM, or 11 AM (three meal shifts). Sit inside a café and get served hot coffee and tea and food by the nice staff. Stay only 35 minutes per meal so they can prepare for the next shift. Salvation Army (Santa Monica) Address: 1533 4th St, Santa Monica Monday & Wednesday: 11 AM - 1 PM – Bag of food available at the front entrance. Tuesday & Thursday: 8 PM – Hot meal served inside. Saturday: 9 AM – Hot coffee and breakfast indoors. On Saturday, they also offer hot coffee, food, bottled water, clothes/shoes, blankets, hygiene kits. Sunday: 11 AM – Church service. Annenberg Access Center - The People Concern (Santa Monica) Address: 503 Olympic Blvd (Difficult to access due to one-way streets. Enter from Broadway, then turn south on 5th Street.) Phone number: 310-450-4050. Services provided: Lunch bag of food, free clothes/shoes, free showers, free laundry service and a free mailing address to receive your mail. Free phone charging, grocery distribution, medical referral, phone calls, lockers, ID replacement, restrooms. The center is closed on the 1st and 2nd Wednesday of the month. Food bag distribution: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 9 AM - 12 PM & 3 PM Sunday: 12 PM Closed every 2nd Wednesday. Snack lunch distribution: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 9 AM - 12 PM & 3:30 PM Tuesday: 9 AM - 10:30 AM Friday: 9 AM - 12 PM Saturday & Sunday: 10:30 AM Grocery distribution: Tuesday 1 PM - 2:30 PM (Call 310-450-4050 ext. 1321 to enroll.) Free showers: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 8 AM - 12PM and 1 PM - 4 PM. Last sign-up: 10:30 AM for mornings, 2:30 PM for evenings. Free laundry: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 8 AM - 12PM and 1 PM - 4 PM. Last sign-up: 10:30 AM for mornings, 2:30 PM for evenings. Tuesdays: 8 AM - 10:30 AM, last sign-up at 9:30 AM, and 1 PM - 4 PM, last sign-up at 2:30 PM. Usage: Only once per week, one load. Detergent is provided. They also provide lockers and a free mail address to receive your mail. They provide medical referral, phone calling, restrooms, phone charging, ID replacement. Free phone calls available: Mon-Fri 1 PM to 4:45 PM. Long-distance calls require approval. Phone charging available Mon, Thurs, Fri: 9 AM, 10 AM, 11 AM. Westside Food Bank (Santa Monica) Address: 1328 2nd St., Santa Monica Tuesday - Thursday: 12 PM - 2 PM Friday: 11 AM - 12 PM (CRC location). You get to pick one item from around 20 boxes. Individuals can pick five free food items, including canned goods, baked goods, nuts (walnuts, almonds), and other groceries. St. Mark's Church (Venice) Address: Coeur d'Alene Ave off Lincoln Blvd Saturday: 11 AM – Free food pantry. Inglewood Community Table Address: 403 E. Hillsdale St, Inglewood 24-hour outdoor food storage box available. Contact: (310) 259-0763 Restaurant World Kitchen (Santa Monica) Address: Santa Monica Blvd & 5th/6th St. Monday - Saturday: 12 PM - 3 PM Provides hot meals (veggie or meat options) and water at the distribution window. St. Gerard's Social Service Address: 4439 Inglewood Blvd, Los Angeles 90066 Tuesday: 9 AM - 10 AM Contact: (310) 828-6016 West LA Veterans Administration (veterans only) Location: North of Wilshire, in Parking Lot 7 off Eisenhower Avenue. Between Wadsworth Chapel and Wadsworth Theatre. (Zip: 90073) Wednesday: 12 PM - 1 PM Contact: (310) 828-6016 Virginia Ave Park Pantry Location: Parking lot of Virginia Ave Address: 2200 Virginia Ave, Santa Monica 90404 Thursday: 11 AM - 12 PM Contact: (310) 828-6016 Farragut Ave Elementary School Parking Lot Address: 10820 Farragut Drive, Culver City 90230 Thursday: 3 PM - 4 PM Contact: (310) 828-6016 West LA Civic Center Parking Lot at Iowa & Corinth Address: 1645 Corinth Ave, Los Angeles 90025 Friday: 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Contact: (310) 828-6016 CASS The Christian Association for Social Services Address: 5814 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles 90016 Bi-weekly, 1st and 3rd Saturday: 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM Contact: (310) 529-1921 Cochran Ave Baptist Church Address: 1304 S. Cochran Ave, Los Angeles 90019 Tuesday: 11 AM - 12 PM Contact: (323) 938-0141 Church on Pearl Pantry Address: 1520 Pearl St, Santa Monica 90405 Wednesday: 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM Contact: (310) 310-1384 Faith Tabernacle Church Address: 2147 Purdue Ave, Los Angeles 90025 Sunday: 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Contact: (310) 473-3135 Food Pantry LAX Address: 355 E. Beach St., Inglewood 90302 Tuesday & Friday: 9:30 AM - 12 PM Contact: (310) 677-5597 Mar Vista Family Center Address: 5075 S. Slauson Ave, Culver City 90230 Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Contact: (310) 391-7366 Mt. Olive Lutheran Church Address: 1343 Ocean Park Blvd, Santa Monica 90405 Monday - Sunday: 7 AM - 11 PM Contact: (310) 452-1116 Nourish LA Address: 3200 Sawtelle Blvd, Los Angeles 90066 Sunday: 1 PM - 2:30 PM Contact: (323) 360-7210 Salvation Army, Inglewood Address: 324 E. Queen St., Inglewood 90301 Tuesday & Wednesday: 1 PM - 3 PM Contact: (310) 677-3375 St. Augustine's S.A.V.E.S. Address: 3850 Jasmine Ave, Culver City 90232 Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9 AM - 11:30 AM Contact: (310) 838-2702 St. Mark Parish Address: 940 Coeur D'Alene Ave, Venice 90291 Saturday: 11 AM - 1 PM Contact: (310) 821-5058 St. Joseph Center Address: 204 Hampton Dr, Venice 90291 Monday - Thursday: 10 AM - 11:50 AM, 12 PM - 2:50 PM Contact: (310) 396-6468 SOVA Valley Address: 14750 Sherman Way, Van Nuys 91406 Tuesday & Wednesday: 10 AM - 1 PM Contact: (818) 988-7682 SOVA West Address: 8846 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles 90035 Monday - Wednesday: 10 AM - 1:30 PM Contact: (818) 988-7682 Step Up on 2nd Address: 1328 Second Street, Santa Monica 90401 Tuesday - Thursday: 12 PM - 2 PM Friday: 11 AM - 12 PM Contact: (310) 576-1308 St. Robert's Center Address: 211 3rd Ave, Venice 90291 Saturday: 8:30 AM - 11 AM Contact: (310) 392-8701 YMCA – Collins & Katz Family Address: 1466 S. Westgate Ave, Los Angeles 90025 Thursday: 9 AM - 11 AM Contact: (310) 477-1511 YMCA – Culver-Palms Address: 4500 Sepulveda Blvd, Culver City 90230 Thursday: 9 AM - 11 AM Contact: (310) 390-3601 Location: Peoples Concern (503 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica) Showers: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8 AM - 12 PM & 1 PM - 4 PM (Last sign-up: 10:30 AM & 2:30 PM.) Laundry: Once per week, detergent provided. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 8 AM - 12 PM & 1 PM - 4 PM Tuesday: 8 AM - 10:30 AM (Last sign-up: 9:30 AM.) Location: Salvation Army (1533 Fourth St, Santa Monica) Provides free clothing, shoes, blankets on Saturdays at 9 AM (limited supply). Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church (6657 W Sunset Blvd, Hollywood, Los Angeles) Offers free clothing (availability varies). Peoples Concern (503 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica): Phone charging at 9 AM, 10 AM, 11 AM. Public Libraries: Free phone charging & computer access. Santa Monica Main Library (601 Santa Monica Blvd): Monday - Thursday: 10 AM - 8 PM Pico Branch Library (2201 Pico Blvd): Tuesday - Thursday: 12 PM - 8 PM, Friday & Saturday: 10 AM - 5 PM (24-hour charging outside.) Venice Public Library (501 S. Venice Blvd): Open Fridays when Santa Monica libraries are closed. 90-Day Free TAP Card: Ask ambassadors near Santa Monica Pier (north of first two restrooms). Free Bikes for Low-Income Individuals: Metro-donated bicycles available at: Bike Oven – N. Figueroa (Call (323) 217-8454 for hours.) Government Program - Free phone stalls outside DPSS Office, 11110 Pico Blvd (business hours). Venice Public Library on Venice Blvd, Venice will allow around 20 or more free prints. Great resource for printing a resume. Free public Wi-Fi: (no password required) along Ocean Ave walkway (Santa Monica). Public Libraries: Offer free internet and computer usage. SUNDAY Free Food: Legacy Church – 10th St & California Ave, Santa Monica Time: 8:15 AM, 10 AM, 11:45 AM Services: Coffee and donuts before and after services. St. Monica's Catholic Church – 7th St & California Ave, Santa Monica Time: 8:30 AM Services: Coffee and donuts after service. Peoples Concern – 503 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica Time: 12 PM Services: Bag of food distribution. Nourish LA – 3200 Sawtelle Blvd, Los Angeles Time: 1 PM - 2:30 PM Services: Free food distribution. Free Phone Charging & Internet Access: Peoples Concern – 503 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica Time: 9 AM, 10 AM, 11 AM Services: Free phone charging. MONDAY Free Food: Bread & Roses Café – 663 Rose Ave, Venice Time: 9 AM, 10 AM, 11 AM Services: Free sit-down meal service. Peoples Concern – 503 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica Time: 9 AM - 12 PM & 3 PM Services: Bag of food distribution. Free Showers & Laundry: Peoples Concern – 503 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica Time: 8 AM - 12 PM & 1 PM - 4 PM Services: Free showers and laundry. Free Phone Charging & Internet Access: Peoples Concern – 503 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica Time: 9 AM, 10 AM, 11 AM Services: Free phone charging. TUESDAY Free Food: Westside Food Bank – 1328 2nd St, Santa Monica Time: 12 PM - 2 PM Services: Free food selection (choose five items). Peoples Concern – 503 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica Time: 9 AM - 10:30 AM & 1 PM - 2:30 PM Services: Snack lunch and grocery distribution. Salvation Army – 1533 Fourth St, Santa Monica Time: 8 PM Services: Hot meal indoors. Free Showers & Laundry: Peoples Concern – 503 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica Time: 8 AM - 10:30 AM, last sign-up at 9:30 AM Services: Free laundry (once per week, detergent provided). Free Phone Charging & Internet Access: Peoples Concern – 503 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica Time: 9 AM, 10 AM, 11 AM Services: Free phone charging. WEDNESDAY Free Food: Westside Food Bank – 1328 2nd St, Santa Monica Time: 12 PM - 2 PM Services: Free food selection. Bread & Roses Café – 663 Rose Ave, Venice Time: 9 AM, 10 AM, 11 AM Services: Free sit-down meal service. Peoples Concern – 503 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica Time: 9 AM - 12 PM & 3 PM Services: Bag of food distribution. Free Showers & Laundry: Peoples Concern – 503 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica Time: 8 AM - 12 PM & 1 PM - 4 PM Services: Free showers and laundry. Free Phone Charging & Internet Access: Peoples Concern – 503 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica Time: 9 AM, 10 AM, 11 AM Services: Free phone charging. THURSDAY Free Food: Westside Food Bank – 1328 2nd St, Santa Monica Time: 12 PM - 2 PM Services: Free food selection. Peoples Concern – 503 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica Time: 9 AM - 12 PM & 3 PM Services: Bag of food distribution. Salvation Army – 1533 Fourth St, Santa Monica Time: 8 PM Services: Hot meal indoors. Free Showers & Laundry: Peoples Concern – 503 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica Time: 8 AM - 12 PM & 1 PM - 4 PM Services: Free showers and laundry. Free Phone Charging & Internet Access: Peoples Concern – 503 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica Time: 9 AM, 10 AM, 11 AM Services: Free phone charging. FRIDAY Free Food: Westside Food Bank – 1328 2nd St, Santa Monica Time: 11 AM - 12 PM Services: Free food selection. Peoples Concern – 503 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica Time: 9 AM - 12 PM & 3 PM Services: Bag of food distribution. Bread & Roses Café – 663 Rose Ave, Venice Time: 9 AM, 10 AM, 11 AM Services: Free sit-down meal service. Free Showers & Laundry: Peoples Concern – 503 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica Time: 8 AM - 12 PM & 1 PM - 4 PM Services: Free showers and laundry. SATURDAY Free Food: St. Mark's Church – Coeur d'Alene Ave off Lincoln Blvd, Venice Time: 11 AM Services: Free food pantry. Salvation Army – 1533 Fourth St, Santa Monica Time: 9 AM Services: Hot breakfast, coffee, clothing distribution. Peoples Concern – 503 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica Time: 10:30 AM Services: Snack lunch distribution. Free Showers & Laundry: Peoples Concern – 503 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica Time: 8 AM - 12 PM & 1 PM - 4 PM Services: Free showers and laundry. If you have additional free resources or services that should be included in this guide, please email KTTVDigital@
