New Year message

2022 - 12 - 31

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A New Year's message from Barrie Mayor Alex Nuttall (BarrieToday)

Mayor shares optimism for year ahead, invites residents to take in Downtown Countdown.

We will have live entertainment for all ages, an impressive fireworks display, and an overwhelming sense of community that will start your new year off right. I am also very committed to continuing to work with Barrie residents, who I truly believe provide a wealth of ideas and perspectives. Which is why, along with so many others, I have chosen to live, work and raise my family in Barrie.

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New Year's Message: The Opportunity To Build A Better Internet Is ... (Techdirt)

Long term readers of Techdirt know that, since 2008, I've written a final post of the year on reasons to remain optimistic. It started when some people kept ...

[over to an entirely new platform](https://www.techdirt.com/2022/02/25/important-announcement-techdirt-is-migrating-to-new-platform/). [covering some terrible legislation](https://www.techdirt.com/tag/ab-2273/) in California. Or there are [lots of other ways](https://www.techdirt.com/support/) to support us. [had predicted it for years](https://www.techdirt.com/2022/12/28/elon-musks-biggest-success-story-convincing-people-to-try-out-an-open-distributed-social-network/) with little to show for it. [were told](https://medium.com/@springboard_ind/google-vs-amazon-vs-microsoft-vs-facebook-who-is-leading-the-ai-race-9e9cefbc5c45) that only Google, Meta, Amazon, and Microsoft could possibly “lead” in AI, because they had access to the best talent, and the most data, and no one else could possibly catch up. I have strongly mixed feelings about much of the cryptocurrency space, because I do think there actually are some potentially useful opportunities in (once again) moving some level of power out from giant central players (banks in this case) towards a more decentralized world that empowers those who used to be kept out of the system. So I think it’s also great news for most of that to be destroyed, and for most people to turn their attention elsewhere, to see how people who aren’t in it for the monetary aspect can make some useful things with the technology. While it launched in 2021, 2022 is when the Framework laptop seems to have really started to take off, showing that a brand new laptop company can enter what had felt like a mostly closed market with an innovative take that is focused on (yet again) putting more power in the hands of the end users: shipping a laptop that not only is designed to be modified by the owner, but where the user is specifically encouraged to repair and modify their own laptops. I don’t think any of those companies will disappear, of course, but having them fade into the background and allowing some new entrants to lead the innovation train for a while is a compelling thought (just as happened with previously dominant firms like Microsoft and IBM). I know that Techdirt haters keep (falsely) claiming that we’re “big tech shills” or whatever, but watching the natural order of things take down these giants and open up new paths to innovation is one of the most thrilling developments for innovation in recent years. Over the last five or six years or so, people kept insisting that the big internet companies were too big and too powerful to ever fail or get disrupted. Sometimes it’s because of those dark times, whether it’s because more tech folks have extra time on their hands, or because an industry (or wider economic) recession just clarifies new opportunities.

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NewJeans send New Year's messages to their fans (allkpop)

The year is ending, and many celebrities are wrapping up the year with their fans.On December 30, NewJeans also wrapped up the year with their fans…

Hyein wrote, "There were so many things that happened that were like a dream...I feel so happy every day because I feel I am receiving much warm love. Let's fighting next year as much as we did this year~!" It passed well and there were so many good and happy moments this year as well.

STA: Speaker urges mutual respect, solidarity in New Year's message (STA - Slovenska Tiskovna Agencija)

National Assembly Speaker Urška Klakočar Zupančič called for mutual respect, solidarity and cohesion in her New Year's message on Friday.

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New Year's Message: The opportunity to build a better Internet is ... (NNN)

For much of this year, I actually wondered if there was really much to be bullish about in tech, but in the last few months I have to admit I've been the most ...

[FTX](https://nnn.ng/tag/ftx/) showing that it appeared to be just three different frauds stacked on top of each other in trench coat pretending to be a real financial firm… [IBM](https://nnn.ng/tag/ibm/)). In short, all the things that a lot of people seem to think are really “bad” for technology are really bad for the old way of doing things, which had very real problems. In an era where big companies are still fighting for the right to repair, we see smaller companies step in and see the right to repair as a market opportunity to break in and beat the big boys. And almost immediately we saw a bunch of similar offerings appear (many based on the early work of OpenAI), like the open source MidJourney and Stable Diffusion. We were told over and over again that antitrust laws had to look at these big companies and how they were going to control the world of AI. I don’t think any of those companies will go away, of course, but making them go away and allowing some new entrants to lead the innovation train for a while is a compelling idea (as it did with previously dominant companies like Microsoft and Microsoft). That’s still one of the most exciting things to happen in the last year, especially since people had been predicting it for years with little to show for it. I know Techdirt haters keep claiming (falsely) that we’re “big tech shills” or whatever, but seeing the natural order of things topple these giants and open up new avenues of innovation is one of the developments most exciting for innovation in recent years. I went on to point out that people have said that over and over again in the past regarding technology and they were always wrong. For the last five or six years or so, people kept insisting that the big Internet companies were too big and too powerful to fail or be interrupted. I remain incredibly optimistic about the potential for innovation, and generally feel frustrated and angry about anything that gets in the way of making that optimistic vision a reality.

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Russia's Shoigu says victory 'inevitable' in New Year message (Reuters)

Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu said victory for Russia over Ukraine was "inevitable" as he hailed Russian soldiers' heroism in a New Year's video ...

Ukraine has now reclaimed more than half of the territory seized by Russia during the first weeks of its invasion. "We meet the New Year in a difficult military-political situation," Shoigu said. Register for free to Reuters and know the full story

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Putin Says in New Year Message West Is Using Ukraine to Destroy ... (U.S. News & World Report)

(Reuters) - Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Saturday his country would never give in to the West's attempts to use Ukraine as a tool to destroy ...

"The West lied about peace," Putin said. "It was preparing for aggression ... In a New Year's video message broadcast on Russian state TV, Putin said Russia was fighting in Ukraine to protect its "motherland" and to secure "true independence" for its people.

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In his New Year message, Russias defence chief says victory is ... (WION)

Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu, in his New Year's message on Saturday, said that Russia's victory over Ukraine was "inevitable" as he praised the ...

We meet the New Year in a difficult military-political situation," the defence chief added. The defence chief said that situation on the frontlines is still “difficult” and criticised the West along with Ukraine for making efforts to contain Russia. Russian defence chief said that situation on the frontlines is still “difficult” and criticised the West along with Ukraine for making efforts to contain Russia.

Russia Defense Minister Shoigu Says Victory 'Inevitable' in New ... (The Moscow Times)

Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu said Saturday that Russia's victory in Ukraine is "inevitable" in a New Year's message to servicemen, as Moscow's military ...

"In the coming year, I want to wish everyone good health, fortitude, reliable and devoted comrades... Shoigu said that, in the outgoing year, "we all faced serious trials" and that the New Year comes during a "difficult military-political situation." Our victory, like the New Year, is inevitable," Shoigu said in the video address released by the Defense Ministry.

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Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu says 'victory is inevitable ... (Republic World)

Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu said thvictory for Russia over Ukraine was “inevitable” as he hailed his soldiers' heroism in a New Year's video ...

He also praised Russian soldiers for “heroically fulfilling combat missions to protect the national interests and security of Russia,” adding that they are celebrating the coming New Year away from their relatives as they resolve “the most difficult tasks in the course of the special military operation.” "The outgoing year will forever go down in the military chronicles of the Fatherland, filled with your immortal deeds, selfless courage and heroism in the fight against neo-Nazism and terrorism. Shoigu also pointed to "serious trials that have changed the usual course of time" in 2022, reported Sputnik news.

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West is using Ukraine to destroy Russia, Putin says in New Year ... (Globalnews.ca)

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Saturday his country would never give in to the West's attempts to use Ukraine as a tool to destroy Russia.

China, which has promised a “no limits” friendship with Russia, has pointedly refused to criticize Moscow’s actions in Ukraine, blaming the U.S. In Ukraine, authorities reviewed the toll from a widespread Russian missile attack on power stations and other vital infrastructure Thursday that was the biggest such bombardment in weeks. Putin said military cooperation has a “special place” in the relationship between their countries. The Russian leader said he expected Xi to visit Moscow in the spring. Just last week, Moscow and Beijing held joint naval drills in the East China Sea. Putin and Xi made no direct mention of Ukraine in their opening remarks via videoconference, which were broadcast publicly, before going into private talks.

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Putin uses New Year address for wartime rallying cry to Russians (Reuters)

Russian President Vladimir Putin devoted his annual New Year's address on Saturday to rallying the Russian people behind his troops fighting in Ukraine and ...

"The West lied about peace," Putin said. "It was preparing for aggression ... "We will triumph, for our families and for Russia." In a rejection of Kyiv's calls for Russian troops to leave as a precursor to negotiations, Putin said Russia was "defending our people and our historical territory". Register for free to Reuters and know the full story In a stern and combative recorded video message, broadcast on national television, Putin cast the war - which he calls a "special military operation" - as a near-existential fight for the future of Russia.

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Russia's Shoigu Says Victory 'Inevitable' in New Year Message (U.S. News & World Report)

(Reuters) - Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu said victory for Russia over Ukraine was "inevitable" as he hailed Russian soldiers' heroism in a New ...

Ukraine has now reclaimed more than half of the territory seized by Russia during the first weeks of its invasion. "We meet the New Year in a difficult military-political situation," Shoigu said. Kyiv and the West have rejected Russia's assertion it is fighting "Nazis" in Ukraine as a baseless pretext for President Vladimir Putin's attempt to seize territory and topple Volodymyr Zelenskiy in a war of unprovoked aggression.

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Owners: New year message (Notts County)

Our owners Chris and Alex Reedtz have issued a new year's message to supporters. As we say goodbye to an eventful 2022 and welcome what's sure to be an ...

This was also the year that we broke our own National League attendance record with an incredible crowd of 16,511 against Yeovil Town. Detail on this will follow in the months ahead. We believe this significant investment will greatly enhance the matchday experience for our supporters and help create a more vibrant atmosphere.

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Missiles rain down on Ukraine as Putin gives combative New Year ... (The Washington Post)

KYIV, Ukraine — As Moscow launched a fresh barrage of strikes against Ukraine on Saturday, Russian President Vladimir Putin gave an unusually aggressive ...

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Putin says in New Year message West is using Ukraine to destroy ... (CNA)

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Saturday (Dec 31) his country would never give in to the West's attempts to use Ukraine as a tool to destroy Russia ...

"The West lied about peace," Putin said. "It was preparing for aggression ... In a New Year's video message broadcast on Russian state TV, Putin said Russia was fighting in Ukraine to protect its "motherland" and to secure "true independence" for its people.

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In New Year message, Marcos calls for unity, solidarity (Rappler)

'The innate bayanihan spirit in all of us is what will keep us going amidst all adversities that will continue to test our fortitude as a nation,' says ...

His father and namesake was the strongman Ferdinand Marcos Sr., who was in power for two two decades – with nearly a third of those years under official martial rule. “Unity” was Marcos core message – and sometimes, platform – when he was a candidate in the 2022 president elections. “Together, let us move full-steam ahead towards our goal of giving a better life to every Filipino family.

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PBBM asks for unity, solidarity to overcome adversities in New Year ... (Philippine Information Agency)

MANILA -- President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. rallied for unity Saturday and asked Filipinos to embody the true meaning of solidarity as the nation moves ...

“It is in this understanding that we need, now more than ever, to embody the true meaning of solidarity. “Together, let us move full-steam ahead towards our goal of giving a better life to every Filipino family. This is the essence, Marcos said, of his administration’s call for unity and the impetus for the continued invitation to work together for the realization of the shared aspirations as a people.

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In first New Year's message, Marcos urges unity (ABS-CBN News)

President Ferdinand Marcos jr. welcomed 2023 urging Filipinos to embody solidarity and unity, amid challenging times.

"As we reflect on the events that transpired in the previous year, I hope that we will draw strength ond inspiration from what truly binds us together—our genuine love for our fellow Filipinos and our country." "As we look forward to a fruitful and hopeful New Year, let us remain steadfast and united as ever as we ask for the Almighty's continued guidance in our journey toward a better, brighter, and more prosperous future for our nation," he said. In his New Year’s message, the chief executive urged Filipinos to "remain steadfast and united" as the country bucks through adversities.

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Marcos Jr. rings in New Year with unity call: 'Bayanihan' will keep us ... (INQUIRER.net)

President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Sunday urged Filipinos to “embody the true meaning of solidarity” in 2023 as he stressed that the spirit of ...

Disclaimer: The comments uploaded on this site do not necessarily represent or reflect the views of management and owner of Cebudailynews. “It is in this understanding that we need, now more than ever, to embody the true meaning of solidarity. Marcos, together with First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos and members of his Philippine delegation, will be flying to Beijing on Jan.

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