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Race car in Sri Lanka veers off track killing 7 people and injuring 20, officials say

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COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — A race car veered off the track during a competition in Sri Lanka on Sunday and rammed into a crowd of spectators and race officials, killing seven people and injuring 20 others, officials said.

Thousands of spectators looked on as the mishap took place during a race in the town of Diyatalawa in the tea-growing central hills, about 180 kilometers (110 miles) east of the capital Colombo.

It wasn’t immediately clear what caused the mishap.

Police spokesman Nihal Thalduwa said one of the cars veered off the track and crashed into spectators and officials of the event. Seven people, including four officials, were killed and another 20 were being treated at a hospital, said Thalduwa. He said three of the injured were in critical condition.

Thalduwa said police have launched an investigation into the accident, which was the 17th out of 24 events scheduled. The race was suspended after the accident.

About 45,000 spectators had gathered at the race circuit at a Sri Lankan military academy. The event was organized by the Sri Lankan army and Sri Lanka Automobile Sports.

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White House announced officially the death of James Earl Carter, Jr., 39th US President

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December 29, 2024

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TO THE PEOPLE OF THE UNITED STATES:
It is my solemn duty to announce officially the death of James Earl Carter, Jr., the thirty-ninth President of the United States, on December 29, 2024.
President Carter was a man of character, courage, and compassion, whose lifetime of service defined him as one of the most influential statesmen in our history. He embodied the very best of America: A humble servant of God and the people. A heroic champion of global peace and human rights, and an honorable leader whose moral clarity and hopeful vision lifted our Nation and changed our world.
The son of a farmer and a nurse, President Carter’s remarkable career in public service began in 1943 as a cadet at the United States Naval Academy. He later served in both the Atlantic and Pacific fleets before becoming a decorated lieutenant and being selected to join the elite nuclear submarine program.
After his father died, he shifted from active duty to the Navy Reserve and returned home to Plains, Georgia, to help manage his family’s peanut farm. He worked hard stewarding the land while leading his community as a church deacon, Sunday school teacher, and board member of a hospital and library. His deep faith inspired a passion for public service that led him to be elected State Senator, Georgia’s 76th Governor, and ultimately President of the United States.
As President, he understood that Government must be as good as its people — and his faith in the people was boundless just as his belief in America was limitless and his hope for our common future was perennial.
With President Carter’s leadership, the modern Department of Education and the Department of Energy were created. He championed conservation, and his commitment to a more just world was at the heart of his foreign policy, leading on nuclear nonproliferation, signing the Panama Canal treaties, and mediating the historic 1978 Camp David Accords. His partnership with Vice President Walter Mondale is one that future administrations strived to achieve.
Following his Presidency, President Carter advanced an agenda that elevated the least among us. Guided by an unwavering belief in the power of human goodness and the God given dignity of every human being, he worked tirelessly around the globe to broker peace; eradicate disease; house the homeless; and protect human rights, freedom, and democracy.
Through his extraordinary moral leadership, President Carter lived a noble life full of meaning and purpose. And as a trusted spiritual leader, he shepherded people through seasons of pain and joy, inspiring them through the power of his example and healing them through the power of his guidance.
As we mourn the loss of President Carter, we hold the memory of his beloved Rosalynn, his wife of over 77 years, close in our hearts. Exemplifying hope, warmth, and service, she and her husband inspired the Nation. The love Rosalynn and President Carter shared is the definition of partnership, and their devotion to public service is the definition of patriotism.
May President Carter’s memory continue to be a light pointing us forward. May we continue to be guided by his spirit in our Nation and in our world.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States of America, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, in honor and tribute to the memory of President James Earl Carter, Jr., and as an expression of public sorrow, do hereby direct that the flag of the United States be displayed at half-staff at the White House and on all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions for a period of 30 days from the day of his death. I also direct that, for the same length of time, the representatives of the United States in foreign countries shall make similar arrangements for the display of the flag at half staff over their embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.
I hereby order that suitable honors be rendered by units of the Armed Forces under orders of the Secretary of Defense.
I do further appoint January 9, 2025, as a National Day of Mourning throughout the United States. I call on the American people to assemble on that day in their respective places of worship, there to pay homage to the memory of President James Earl Carter, Jr. I invite the people of the world who share our grief to join us in this solemn observance.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-ninth day of December, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-four, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-ninth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR.

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US State Department Response to the Passing of Former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh

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The United States offers our sincere condolences to the people of India for the passing of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh.

Dr. Singh was one of the greatest champions of the U.S.-India strategic partnership, and his work laid the foundation for much of what our countries have accomplished together in the past two decades. His leadership in advancing the U.S.-India Civil Nuclear Cooperation Agreement signified a major investment in the potential of the U.S.-India relationship. At home, Dr. Singh will be remembered for his economic reforms that spurred India’s rapid economic growth.

We mourn Dr. Singh’s passing and will always remember his dedication to bringing the United States and India closer together.

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President Biden Reaffirms U.S. Commitment to Ukraine After Devastating Russian Strike

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November 29, 2024

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President Joe Biden speaks in the South Court Auditorium on the White House complex in Washington, on May 10, 2022. The Biden administration is taking first steps to release $45 billion to ensure that every American has access to high-speed internet by roughly 2028, inviting governors and other leaders on Friday to start the application process. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)

WASHINGTON, D.C. (FNN NEWS) – President Joe Biden issued a strong condemnation following Russia’s overnight missile and drone attack against Ukraine. Ukrainian authorities reported that nearly 200 missiles and drones targeted cities and critical energy infrastructure, leaving civilians without electricity as winter approaches.

“This attack is outrageous and serves as yet another reminder of the urgency and importance of supporting the Ukrainian people in their defense against Russian aggression,” said President Biden.

U.S. Support in Action

President Biden underscored the United States’ unwavering support for Ukraine, highlighting key actions taken earlier this year:

  • “At my direction, the United States began prioritizing air defense exports so they go to Ukraine first,” Biden stated. The Department of Defense has already delivered hundreds of additional air defense missiles to Ukraine, with more shipments on the way.
  • In anticipation of increased Russian strikes during the winter months, the U.S. has been actively assisting Ukraine in strengthening its energy grid.
  • Additional critical military resources, including artillery, rockets, and armored vehicles, are being provided to bolster Ukraine’s defense capabilities.

Global Solidarity

President Biden reaffirmed the solidarity of the international community. “The United States stands with more than 50 countries in support of Ukraine and its fight for freedom,” he emphasized.

Despite relentless Russian aggression, Biden praised the courage of the Ukrainian people. “Russia continues to underestimate the bravery, resilience, and determination of the Ukrainian people,” he declared, vowing continued U.S. and allied support in Ukraine’s struggle for sovereignty.

What’s Next for Ukraine and U.S. Support?

  1. Air Defense Priority: The U.S. will expedite the delivery of additional air defense systems to protect Ukrainian cities and infrastructure.
  2. Winter Preparedness: Efforts to enhance Ukraine’s energy grid resilience will remain a key focus as winter intensifies.
  3. Allied Support Expansion: The Biden administration will work with its coalition of over 50 countries to deliver coordinated military and humanitarian aid.
  4. Pressure on Russia: The U.S. will continue economic and diplomatic measures to isolate Russia and hold it accountable for its aggression.

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