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Yahoo
2 hours ago
- Yahoo
Celebrating 20 years of helping women coming out of incarceration
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The nonprofit, a Peaceful Habitation, aims to empower, encourage and enlighten women in transition from incarceration back to the community. The organization has a transitional home for women and a wellness center that offers resources for men, women and families. This year, A Peaceful Habitation, is celebrating its 20th anniversary. Story continues below New Mexico News Insiders: What Happens When The Rio Grande Runs Dry? News: 'You are very spiteful': Community confronts McKinley County DA over funding issues Trending: VIDEO: Man arrested, accused of setting father's house on fire and stealing emergency vehicle News: Repeat drunk driver saw jail as 'free vacation;' then an opportunity came in Bernalillo County The organization has two events coming up, the Raising Hope Conference and the annual gala fundraiser. The Raising Hope Conference will be held at the Tramway Community Church on August 30, from 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. The conference allows friends, family and loved ones impacted by incarceration to be seen and supported. There will be community connections, workshops and more to offer inspiration and tools to support those impacted by incarceration. The event is free to attend and open to all. The annual gala will be December 6, at the Embassy Suites. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. and the gala runs from 12 – 2:30 p.m. Guests will be able to enjoy a meal, a silent auction, raffle and more. For more information on A Peaceful Habitation and the upcoming events, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
ABC News
a day ago
- Business
- ABC News
Tasmania government to end funding for greyhound racing
The Tasmanian government will end its funding for greyhound racing in the state by 2029, the ABC understands, effectively winding up the industry. The timing coincides with the end of the current funding deal for the code, which concludes in 2029. The ABC understands the gradual approach has been taken to allow time for trainers and industry participants to transition. It will also allow for the re-homing of dogs. The Liberal government's move comes amid its attempt to secure the support of crossbenchers, after failing to win a majority at the recent snap election. Tasracing, which manages the state's three racing codes, is backed by a 20-year funding deed it signed with the government in 2009. At the time it was worth $27 million per year, but it's indexed for inflation. In the 2023-24 financial year, Tasracing received $36 million under that deed. The governing body has previously said the "vast majority" of funding provided for the greyhound code came through commercial revenues it directly generated. In March this year, a report commissioned by 12 animal welfare advocacy organisations found the sport had received a total of $74.6 million from Tasracing over the past 15 years, rising from $3.5 million in 2010-11 to a projected $7.5 million in 2024-25. The report, written by independent economist Saul Eslake, found funding for the greyhound industry was rising faster than for education. The death of a champion Tasmanian greyhound last week also brought the sector back into the spotlight, with calls for it to be abolished. Raider's Guide, which had claimed a Tasmanian record of $664,975 in prize money from 79 starts, was put down after suffering a fall during Race 6 at Launceston last Monday. Greyhound racing was banned in the ACT in 2018. Last year, it was also banned in New Zealand. Tasracing and the state government have been contacted for comment.
The National
2 days ago
- Politics
- The National
Syria's elections must be about more than filling seats
Syria's transitional authorities have announced indirect parliamentary elections for September, the first since the fall of Bashar Al Assad 's government. After more than a decade of war, fragmentation and failed peace efforts, the revival of parliamentary life represents both a critical turning point and a rare glimmer of hope. On paper, the process offers modest but meaningful improvements over previous transitional efforts. It promises broader representation, multiple consultative phases, appeal mechanisms and an attempt to boost women's participation. Yet these promising elements are clouded by structural ambiguities and unresolved questions. Who will select the powerful electoral subcommittees, and by what criteria? How will representation quotas be enforced? What voice will areas beyond Damascus's control have? And crucially, who will ensure independent oversight to guarantee credibility? Without clear answers and genuine transparency, these elections risk becoming another top-down exercise – reinforcing public cynicism rather than restoring trust. The process was formally set in motion on June 13, when interim President Ahmad Al Shara announced the formation of an 11-member Supreme Committee for People's Assembly Elections. This body is tasked with designing and overseeing an indirect electoral system based on electoral colleges, not public voting, to form the new assembly. Originally set at 150 members, the assembly's size was expanded to 210 under a draft electoral law submitted to Mr Al Shara on July 26. Two thirds of the members will be chosen through the committee-led process, while one third will be appointed directly by the interim President. Once the draft law is approved, the Supreme Committee will have one week to establish two-member subcommittees in each of Syria's 14 governorates. These bodies will then have 15 days to form district-level electoral colleges, whose size will depend on the number of seats allocated to each district. Seat distribution at both the governorate and district levels will be based on 2010 census data. Only electoral college members can run for, and vote in, these district elections. Voting for the 210-member People's Assembly is scheduled between September 15 and 20. Notably, the committee's composition and participatory approach mark a departure from previous transitional efforts. Crucially, it moves away from the dominance of a single actor – most notably Hayat Tahrir Al Sham – that characterised earlier initiatives. The current 11-member body is more diverse: seven members formerly affiliated with the formal opposition, two linked to the HTS-led Salvation Government, and two independent civic figures. While the inclusion of just two women falls far short of equitable, it nonetheless represents a modest step towards greater female participation. Procedurally, the committee has adopted a more transparent and consultative stance than many of its predecessors. It has held public forums and provincial outreach meetings to present its proposed electoral framework and solicit feedback. Several procedural safeguards have also been introduced, including a period for submitting objections related to the selection of electoral bodies and candidate nominations, as well as the establishment of appeal committees to review these challenges. The committee has also committed to enforcing representation quotas, including a minimum of 20 per cent for women and 2-3 per cent for people with disabilities. Syria's legislative reboot is urgently needed to break from the legal and political legacy of the former establishment Beneath the surface, however, the process remains fraught with significant ambiguities. Despite the committee's outreach efforts, critical questions remain unanswered, particularly regarding the formation of provincial electoral subcommittees. While officials claim these bodies will be neutral and thoroughly vetted, there is no clarity on how members will be nominated or what standards will be used to assess their independence. The small size of these two-person subcommittees compounds concerns. Tasked with selecting district-level electoral colleges and consulting local communities to ensure inclusivity, expecting two individuals to fulfil such responsibilities for an entire province within two weeks strains credibility. Their limited size also makes them more vulnerable to political manipulation, especially in a context shaped by deep-rooted factional loyalties and regional power dynamics. If those making selections are politically aligned or handpicked by vested interests, the process risks being compromised. There is also uncertainty over how representation quotas, such as 20 per cent for women and a 70/30 split between professionals and traditional notables, will be enforced. Allocating seats at the district rather than provincial level makes these targets even harder to achieve. Most districts will have only one seat, increasing the likelihood of elites dominating at the expense of technically qualified professionals and leaving women well short of the 20 per cent threshold. While reserving one third of seats for presidential appointments could help mitigate these imbalances, relying on this mechanism merely to 'tick boxes' risks weakening the assembly's functional capacity in favour of meeting representational benchmarks. Compounding these challenges is the lack of clarity on how members will be chosen from areas outside Damascus's authority, particularly Sweida and the north-east. Selecting representatives from these regions without political agreements that secure the buy-in of respective de facto authorities risks entrenching Syria's fragmentation. This is particularly concerning as the legislative body represents the last missing piece in completing the country's core transitional institutions. Perhaps most concerning is the lack of clarity on monitoring. While observers are expected to be involved, crucial questions remain. Who will select and train them? At which stages of the process will they be present? If observation is limited to the final vote, their role will be largely symbolic. In reality, the early phases – forming subcommittees and district electoral bodies – are where foundational decisions are made and where the potential for manipulation is greatest. These stages require the same level of oversight, if not more, as the final vote. Syria's legislative reboot is urgently needed to break from the legal and political legacy of the former establishment and set the country on a path towards meaningful reform. But this process is more than a bureaucratic milestone, it is a test of the transitional authorities' political will to chart a truly inclusive course for the country. If Syrians are to believe in their leaders, the process must prove that it is not simply about filling seats, but about laying the foundations for a state that serves all its citizens.
South China Morning Post
2 days ago
- Business
- South China Morning Post
New president for Haiti as gangs threaten to topple government
Haitian businessman Laurent Saint-Cyr took over his country's leadership on Thursday, the last phase of its transition before it is mandated to hand power to a democratically elected successor, but a top gang leader threatened to topple the precarious government. Advertisement Saint-Cyr was inaugurated at a ceremony at the capital's Villa d'Acceuil, the temporary seat of power after downtown Port-au-Prince became too insecure. He called on foreign allies to do more to help local security forces that have struggled to prevent heavily armed gangs from gaining power and territory. 'I invite all international partners to increase their support, send more soldiers, provide more training,' Saint-Cyr said at the ceremony. 'I am asking the security forces to intensify their operations.' Haitian businessman Laurent Saint-Cyr, who is now Haiti's president. Photo: AP A UN-backed security force led by Kenyan police deployed to Haiti a year ago but it has struggled with a lack of personnel and resources. The council has said it has recently contracted a private military company to assist.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Sun Life Announces Appointment of David Healy as incoming President of Sun Life U.S.
Dan Fishbein to retire in March 2026 TORONTO, Aug. 7, 2025 /CNW/ - Kevin Strain, President and Chief Executive Officer of Sun Life is pleased to announce that David Healy, currently President of the Dental business at Sun Life U.S., will become the new President of Sun Life U.S. effective September 1, 2025. Mr. Healy succeeds Dan Fishbein, M.D., who announced his intention to retire in March 2026. Mr. Fishbein will assume the title of Executive Chair, Sun Life U.S. and will work with Mr. Healy to transition the leadership of the business. "Under Dan's leadership, our U.S. business has transformed over the past 11 years into a leader in health-related benefits and services that connect to the broader healthcare ecosystem and help people access the care and coverage they need. I want to thank Dan for his many contributions to Sun Life and we wish him all the best as he embarks on his next chapter," said Kevin Strain, President & CEO, Sun Life. "We're excited to have David join the Sun Life Executive Team and I am confident that David's broad experience and business acumen will help drive the next steps in our U.S. strategy. His combination of technology and operations experience and his employee benefits background are perfectly aligned to our ambitions for the U.S. business." Prior to his current role, Mr. Healy led the Group Benefits business for seven years, with a growth mindset focused on investing in new capabilities and services to make benefits easier for Clients and broadening access to care. His more than 20 years at Sun Life include leading the U.S. Operations and Technology teams, where he combined services across business units for consistency in the Client experience and modernized IT delivery. He also oversaw the integration of Assurant Employee Benefits (AEB), which Sun Life acquired in 2016, and was instrumental in the acquisition of Insurtech Maxwell Health in 2018, which added digital talent and expertise to the organization. Prior to joining Sun Life, Mr. Healy held roles at Keyport Life Insurance Company and Manulife Financial. He graduated from Providence College, where he received a Bachelor of Science in marketing and holds an MBA, high honors, from Boston University. About Sun Life Sun Life is a leading international financial services organization providing asset management, wealth, insurance and health solutions to individual and institutional Clients. Sun Life has operations in a number of markets worldwide, including Canada, the U.S., the United Kingdom, Ireland, Hong Kong, the Philippines, Japan, Indonesia, India, China, Australia, Singapore, Vietnam, Malaysia and Bermuda. As of June 30, 2025, Sun Life had total assets under management of $1.54 trillion. For more information, please visit Sun Life Financial Inc. trades on the Toronto (TSX), New York (NYSE) and Philippine (PSE) stock exchanges under the ticker symbol SLF. To contact Sun Life media relations, please email To contact Sun Life investor relations, please email Investor_Relations@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Sun Life Financial Inc. View original content to download multimedia: Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
