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CreateAI Announces Results of 2024 Annual Meeting of StockholdersAmid widespread protests in Kenya this summer over a controversial finance bill, the country's Communications Authority announced it did not intend to shut down internet access. The next day, however, Kenya experienced a countrywide loss in internet connectivity. The main internet service providers said the outage on June 25 was caused by an issue with undersea cables. But the incident caught the attention of digital rights groups, who said the timing of the outage "strongly suggests" an intentional action. Various governments have used such shutdowns to maintain control, these groups say. Many governments justify the shutdowns as moves to promote public order and safety, Nompilo Simanje, Africa advocacy and partnerships lead at the International Press Institute, told VOA. "The key reasons really are to restrict communication, restrict free expression, restrict online mobilization, restrict online freedom of assembly and association, and also restrict access to information," she said. Access 'could be about life and death' Digital watchdogs have documented several cases across the African continent in recent months where access to the internet or social media was blocked or cut off at crucial moments. It isn't always clear if the cases are the result of a direct order, but the timing often suggests it is, analysts say. Within the past year, digital rights group Access Now has documented shutdowns in Kenya, Mozambique, Tanzania, Mauritius and Equatorial Guinea. Nearly all take place alongside events such as protests or elections. But these shutdowns can be harmful to the country's residents, Felicia Anthonio, campaign manager at Access Now, told VOA. "It not only disrupts the flow of information, it also makes it impossible for people to access information in a timely manner," Anthonio said. "When we are talking about crisis situations, information can be like a lifeline, and so, disrupting access could be about life and death in conflict situations." Governments that restrict internet access in one instance are likely to do so again, Anthonio said. Before the June incident in Kenya, access to the messaging app Telegram was blocked in November 2023 during national examinations. At the time, the move was presented as a way to prevent cheating during exams. Access to Telegram was stifled again last month during national examinations, which lasted over three weeks and extended into the week after examinations finished, according to James Wamathai, advocacy director for the Bloggers Association of Kenya. "It was really a huge inconvenience," Wamathai, who lives in the capital, Nairobi, told VOA. Local media reported that Kenya's Communications Authority had ordered the block to prevent cheating. Many people were unable to contact friends or relatives who lived in countries that had banned WhatsApp. Kenyans do not have a lot of experience with internet shutdowns, Wamathai told VOA, and many residents do not know how to install workarounds like virtual private networks or VPNs. The current government under President William Ruto is the first to enact such restrictions, he said. Kenya is a part of the Freedom Online Coalition, a group of 42 countries that advocate for online freedom around the world. Anthonio said it is "depressing and sad" to see a member of the coalition engage in such practices. The Kenyan Embassy in Washington did not respond to a request for comment. Anthonio said democratic and repressive regimes alike have enforced restrictions similar to those experienced in Kenya. "It's really hard to tell what the motivation is, aside from the fact that the government just wants to exert control to show that they are in authority and can restrict people's rights when they please," Anthonio said. Mauritius for example, planned to impose an internet shutdown for 10 days ahead of its November election. Authorities said the block was an effort to control illegal publications that may "threaten national security and public safety," Anthonio said. She added that this rationale is just "jargon" that governments use to justify shutdowns. The shutdown in Mauritius came as a direct order from the government. After protests from media and opposition parties, the ban was lifted after 24 hours. The ban was troubling to rights groups. Simanje of IPI said Mauritius "has generally had a very good track record of internet access, online safety and promotion of digital rights." Periodic outages Other African countries have experienced shutdowns on several occasions. In Tanzania, Access Now has documented several internet and social media outages or blocks. Access to the social media platform X was blocked in late August, around the same time that online activists began a campaign highlighting murders, kidnappings and disappearances within the country. This suggested the block was an official order, Access Now reported at the time. Tanzania's embassy in Washington refutes that claim. "We would like to assure you that this information is false," a spokesperson told VOA via email. In July and August, the island of Annobon in Equatorial Guinea experienced a total internet shutdown, leaving its residents "completely cut off from the world," according to Access Now. This came as a response to protests against the deterioration of the country's environment due to mining activities, Anthonio said. Similarly in late October, Mozambique experienced internet connectivity problems after national election results were announced. These shutdowns took place in the middle of violent protests against the reelection of the party in power, which left at least 11 people dead, according to a report by Al Jazeera. The Equatorial Guinea, Mozambique and Mauritius embassies in Washington did not respond to VOA's requests for comment.NoneFrom wealth and success to murder suspect, the life of Luigi Mangione took a hard turn

Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman and Pro Bowl center Tyler Linderbaum popped up on the team’s penultimate injury report after missing practice Friday in Owings Mills three days ahead of a crucial Monday night showdown against the host Los Angeles Chargers. Bateman, who is second on the team in catches (33) and receiving yards (531) this season, is listed with a knee injury, though he was in good spirits and did not appear to be in pain in the locker room after the snowy session. Linderbaum, meanwhile, missed practice with a back injury, and his backup, rookie Nick Samac (chest), was limited. On the flip side, running back Justice Hill (concussion protocol) and wide receiver Nelson Agholor (illness) were both full participants after Hill was limited a day earlier and Agholor was out sick. The biggest concern for Baltimore (7-4) ahead of its showdown with the Chargers (7-3) remains the status of All-Pro inside linebacker Roquan Smith, who did not practice for a third straight day because of a he suffered in Sunday’s loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. “It will be a challenge if Roquan can’t go,” defensive coordinator Zach Orr said Friday, adding that Smith’s role will be filled by a committee of Trenton Simpson, Malik Harrison and Chris Board if he doesn’t play. “Not one person is going to replace Roquan. Roquan’s an every-down linebacker [and] a top linebacker in this league [and] All-Pro for a reason. Not one guy’s going to replace him. We like our guys that we have in the room — they’re here for a reason, and somebody [has] to step up.” There were no changes to the rest of the Ravens’ injury report, with safety Kyle Hamilton (neck) and outside linebacker Odafe Oweh (neck) both full participants for a second straight day and defensive tackle Travis Jones (ankle), rookie safety Sanoussi Kane (ankle) and cornerback Arthur Maulet (calf) all not practicing again. The Chargers, on the other hand, appear to be getting healthier with a few key players back at practice. Notably, outside linebackers Khalil Mack (groin) and Joey Bosa (hip), rookie wide receiver Ladd McConkey (shoulder), tight end Hayden Hurst (hip) and rookie cornerback Cam Hart (concussion/ankle) all practiced. Related Articles Mack, who is third on the team with 4 1/2 sacks and hasn’t played since injuring his groin three weeks ago in a win over the Cleveland Browns, practiced for a second straight day, though he was limited again. Bosa, outside linebacker Bud Dupree (foot), safety Derwin James Jr. (groin) and offensive tackle Trey Pipkins III (ankle) were also limited. Mack’s return would be an added boost to a defense that already leads the NFL in points allowed per game (14.5) and is tied for the fourth-most sacks with 34. Meanwhile, McConkey, who leads Los Angeles in catches (43) and receiving yards (615) to go with four touchdowns, was limited after not practicing Thursday, as were Hurst, a 2018 Ravens first-round draft pick, and Hart, a Baltimore native. Linebacker Denzel Perryman (groin) did not practice, nor did former Ravens running back J.K. Dobbins, who was given a rest day. With the game not being until Monday night, the final injury report with game statuses will come out Saturday.Dad, 52, who rang 999 dies at home alone after NHS bosses cancelled his ambulance

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Coach Prime, CU Buffs land 14 players as early signing period beginsAfter absorbing their worst defeat of the year , the San Jose Sharks will be looking for a response Saturday against the Florida Panthers. The Sharks reverted to some bad habits during their 8-1 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning on Thursday, as they strayed from their identity and were generally outworked from start to finish. The seven-goal loss was the Sharks’ most lopsided of the season, unceremoniously ending a three-game winning streak. While the Sharks have been playing better hockey l ately, the loss in Tampa offered a blunt reminder that they can still get embarrassed when their details and competitive level are not where they need to be, particularly against playoff-caliber teams. “Break out pucks, defend hard, box out, you name it,” Sharks coach Ryan Warsofsky told reporters when asked about the defense’s shortcomings. “What a defenseman’s responsibilities are, we could have done a lot better.” The forward group wasn’t let off the hook, either. “Didn’t pay a price,” Warsofsky said. “You watch (the Lightning), they’re blocking shots. (Mikey) Eyssimont), (Luke) Glendining (when it’s) 8-1. And that’s the price to pay to win games in this league and that’s what we’ve got to learn.” The Sharks have done a fairly good job this season of responding after blowout defeats. After an 8-3 road loss to the Winnipeg Jets on Oct. 18, they returned home and played a much more competitive game two days later against the Colorado Avalanche in a 4-1 loss. Two days after getting blown out 7-3 by the Vegas Golden Knights on Oct. 26, the Sharks erased a three-goal deficit in the final five minutes of the third period against the Utah Hockey Club and won 5-4 in overtime. Now the Sharks face the reigning Stanley Cup champion Panthers, who, before Friday, were the third-highest scoring team in the NHL at 3.78 goals per game. Florida entered Friday tied for first place in the Atlantic Division with the Toronto Maple Leafs. “I’m not deflated. It’s an 82-game season,” Sharks defenseman Mario Ferraro said after Thursday’s loss. “We’ve got another game in a couple of days and another opportunity to play a really good hockey team and surprise them. So it’s not deflating, but it’s definitely not something that’s acceptable, so we’ve got to be better.” The Sharks have lost 10 straight games to the Panthers, with their last victory in South Florida coming on Dec.1, 2017. The Sharks might have to face the Panthers without rookie forward Will Smith, who did not practice Friday. Warsofsky told San Jose Hockey Now that Smith is day-to-day with an upper-body injury, although it remained unclear when the 19-year-old was injured. Against the Lightning, Smith played late into the third period and finished with 15:50 in ice time. Smith has 11 points in 23 games this season and has recently been playing on a line with Mikael Granlund and Klim Kostin. Regardless of who plays against the Panthers, the Sharks still need to prove that they can consistently produce a strong performance against quality opponents. “We’ll obviously take a look at everything and talk within the group and figure it out,” Sharks winger Luke Kunin said, “so it doesn’t happen again.” GOODROW RETURNS: Forward Barclay Goodrow, who has been on injured reserve since Nov. 28 with an upper-body ailment, skated Friday, per San Jose Hockey Now. Goodrow was injured by a high hit from Ridly Greig in the Sharks’ Nov. 27 game against the Ottawa Senators. He is questionable to play against the Panthers. TEDDY BEAR TOSS: The San Jose Barracuda are hosting its annual Teddy Bear Toss at Tech CU Arena on Saturday when it plays the Coachella Valley Firebirds at 6 p.m. Fans are urged to bring stuffed animals to the game and throw them on the ice after the Barracuda scores its first goal. The Barracuda will then distribute some of the stuffed animals to children at local Kaiser Permanente hospitals, as well as other kids who might not get a gift during this time of year. The AHL franchise is also joining forces with San Jose-based Working Partnerships USA, which, per the team, helps to tackle “the root causes of inequality and poverty by leading collaborative campaigns for quality jobs, healthy communities, equitable growth, and a vibrant democracy.” For Saturday’s game, the Barracuda will also wear specialty jerseys that will be auctioned off after the game, with part of the proceeds going to Working Partnerships. The team is also giving away Barracuda stockings to the first 1,500 fans in the building.

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FRONT ROYAL — The newly formed Hike Kidz Foundation has hit the ground running with an outpouring of community support -- and learned some difficult lessons this week as it worked to meet the holiday needs of local families. The 501c3 nonprofit has long been a dream for Aaron and Harmony Hike — a dream that came to fruition with a flurry of activity over the last month. With a mission to raise awareness and help meet the basic needs of local children, the foundation is off to a quick start. In a week, it raised $6,350 for Warren County elementary schools through its Unburden the Teachers, Unburden the Children campaign. The foundation will soon launch a new Safe and Sound campaign aimed at helping the more than 50 homeless children attending Warren County Public Schools. But first, there is Christmas. The organization, which won Best Overall Float in the Front Royal-Warren County Chamber of Commerce Christmas parade earlier this month, gave away more than 80 gingerbread houses that day and spread the word that they wanted to help local families over the holidays. The young foundation was able to secure sponsors to provide gifts for seven local families. There was the homeless mother who asked for a coat, hat, blankets and some toys for her 5-year-old son. And the mom on disability who asked for “clothes, shoes and basic gifts” for her 7- and 9-year old boys. Others cited unexpected medical bills or high utility costs as burdens causing financial strain over the holidays. In addition to coordinating sponsors for the families, Christina Rogers, treasurer of Hike Kidz, was able to work with Cracker Barrel in Front Royal to provide 36 holiday meals for those gift recipients. Realizing that there was a greater need, the group decided to put together stuffed stockings for local kids. “Giving the stockings out was a way to do something for more families. At least we know these kids will have stockings. That was the idea,” said Harmony Hike. The foundation put together 48 stockings — thanks to donations from Hike Construction, Warren County Professional Firefighters Association Local 3588, and Fussell Florist — and invited the community to come pick them up Sunday evening. As volunteers wrapped gifts for sponsored families at the North Royal Avenue location of Hike Construction, two individuals arrived before the planned 5 p.m. start of the giveaway and took more than 30 stockings. By the time the event was supposed to start, there were none left on the business’ front porch. “Right at 5 there was a door knock and it was a lady asking for a stocking. I looked and they were all gone,” Harmony Hike said Monday. “We were all just in a frenzy about how this had happened. We knew that the event was about to start and we had nothing there. So I had to go on [Facebook] and tell everyone I’m sorry but the stockings are gone.” A video posted to Facebook shows one person carrying a large number of stockings to a car. Commenters there expressed disappointment and anger that two people appeared to take the lion’s share of the donated stockings — and many responded Sunday and Monday to make up for the loss. “Many people have come forward from the community offering donations in all ways to help with what happened,” Harmony Hike said, adding that the group was able to put together a second round of 86 stockings Monday for distribution that night. Along with a $50 donation to the organization, Hike Construction helped purchase the stockings. Representatives for Toys for Tots dropped off some items and Steve Rodriguez, a Realtor with Mint Realty in Front Royal, went shopping and drove from Harrisonburg to drop off more stocking stuffers Monday. Play Favorites in the Royal Plaza Shopping Center donated $200 worth of stocking stuffers, Harmony Hike said. Store manager Bret Bement said that a representative of Hike Kidz came in Monday morning and showed him the video of the stockings disappearing. “That was all there was to it. We talked about all the good stuff that can be done. We understand that sometimes people take advantage. That’s the danger of doing good things, but you just gotta keep on doing good things,” said Bement. He said that though Play Favorites is “a little thin right now as it’s right before Christmas,” he found “all the fun little things” he could to help with the effort. “These folks are just looking for fun,” he said. “What goes around comes around. We’re happy to make the world a brighter place.” This time, a costumed Grinch and ship captain were on hand to oversee the giveaway. “What happened here, I will say that we are learning. We’ve learned a couple valuable lessons this week and that was one of them,” said Harmony Hike. “It’s really nice to see the community say ‘hey that’s not OK’ and this allows us to get even more awareness out there. We’re just really providing more information, awareness and more opportunity to help.” Aaron Hike said that the organization’s Facebook page has had more than 100,000 visitors since the incident Sunday. Hike said that as late as Monday, the organization was receiving calls from local families who had no gifts for their children. She said that any items left over from the stockings were going to those families, many of whom are staying in Front Royal motels. As a new nonprofit, the group is working to establish relationships with other organizations in the community. It has already developed a connection with Warren County Public Schools. After raising more than $6,000 in a week for the Unburder the Teacher, Unburden the Child campaign, Harmony Hike reached out to superintendent of schools Chris Ballenger, who created a bank account for each school so that administrators can give money to teachers who have students in need. “The idea is that if you’re teaching a child every day and see that they’re without their basic needs, you’ve got access to go directly to administration and there’s an account set up where you say said they need these things,” said Harmony Hike, adding that the program is a way to directly impact local children and provide for their needs. The organization will continue to accept donations for that fund, dividing money among the schools based on the poverty level at each school. “What’s nice is each principal will have kind of a discretionary fund where the teachers can come in and request.” said Aaron Hike, adding that he wanted the funds to stay separate from other school money. By distributing money through the teachers, he said that he’s confident it will be spent on student needs. “The teachers know better than anybody. It’s harder on our end trying to vet. They know,” he said. Added Harmony Hike, “We knew we wanted to start with something solid that everyone could trust.” In the coming months, the organization will kick off its Safe and Sound campaign, which will go directly to supporting local homeless children, the couple said. For more information, visit www.hikekidzfoundation.org .The Dolphins' improbable path to the playoffs isn't in their hands, but they must do their part