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Metro Vancouver chair Mike Hurley says the regional government will seek cost savings next month after next year to an average of $875 per household. “Metro Vancouver’s services are foundational to quality of life in this region,” said Hurley in a Dec. 5 statement. “We will continue to meet our responsibility to protect human and environmental health through our various roles — as a regional district, as a water, sewerage, and solid waste utility, and as one of the largest providers of non-market rental housing in B.C. — and we’ll meet it with careful consideration of how we budget and spend.” On Nov. 29, the Metro Vancouver board directed staff to report back in early 2025 with potential operational cost savings by department, including details of financial and service implications for any potential revisions. This work will be integrated into an early start on the budgeting process, and will create an opportunity for the board to identify cost efficiencies, according to a statement from Metro Vancouver’s public relations team. The 2026 budget process will begin in January 2025, and the review will help guide core decisions related to the 2026 budget and the next five-year financial plan, the statement noted. Metro Vancouver has . This year, the average household paid $698 for critical utilities as well as regional government operations. Next year, the same household will pay $875, a 25.3 per cent increase, on average. The bill is added to one's municipal property tax bill. Much of the increase — $98, or 14 per cent — is to account for the commencement of payments for the nearly $3-billion, over-budget North Shore Wastewater Plant. The sewage plant project has faced remarkable cost overruns and delays, some . Metro Vancouver is also looking to increase its overall operating tax bill, which accounts for a 9.9 per cent hike for the average household in 2025, on top of the sewage plant costs. Metro Vancouver’s commissioner and CAO Jerry Dobrovolny received a 15 per cent pay raise in 2023 and cashed in over $200,000 in taxable benefits to push his total remuneration to $711,668. In 2023, Dobrovolny was paid a base salary of $451,949, up from $393,607 the year prior. Hurley’s annual salary as chair is $106,879, according to the government’s website. Metro’s operating expenses are also set to rise sharply in the coming years, climbing to $2.2 billion in 2029 from $1.2 billion in 2024. The largest increase is for the region's sewage services, where expenses are expected to more than double to $1.2 billion by 2029.
HMI Glass, MITER Brands, and West Shore Home join the fight against sudden cardiac arrest MECHANICSBURG, Pa. , Dec. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Huddle For Hearts , a sudden cardiac arrest prevention program started by the Peyton Walker Foundation , is expanding its reach across the country with the help of its new partners. HMI Glass , MITER Brands , and West Shore Home have collectively pledged more than $27,000 to the initiative to ensure youth sports organizers have the tools and training needed in case a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) occurs. Huddle For Hearts collaborates with student athletes across the country to donate AEDs and CPR training to underserved youth sports organizations. Penn State University athletes across multiple sports announced today that they are joining Huddle For Hearts: Cooper Cousins (football), Luke Reynolds (football), Kachi Nzeh (men's basketball), Allie Campbell (women's basketball), Izzy Starck (volleyball), and Zack Ryder (wrestling). "We are so grateful for our partners who have 'joined the Huddle' in helping us to protect hearts and save lives, especially in the communities where these resources are most needed," said Julie Walker , president of The Peyton Walker Foundation and Huddle For Hearts. "We look forward to collaborating with this group of Penn State athletes to help raise awareness about sudden cardiac arrest, which will have a tremendous impact on our mission." Each athlete will receive an AED to donate to the organization of their choice and can host a fundraiser to purchase additional AEDs and provide CPR training in their communities. Supporting the program was a natural fit for West Shore Home and MITER Brands, which have already worked with the Foundation in their home state of Pennsylvania . "We are proud to continue our support of the Peyton Walker Foundation and the work they do every day to save lives," said B.J. Werzyn, President and CEO of West Shore Home. "Last year, West Shore Home was able to donate five AEDs through the Huddle For Hearts program and we are thrilled to make an even bigger impact in the coming year. "We're grateful for the opportunity to partner with Huddle For Hearts," said Gwen Mallon , MITER Foundation Specialist. "Children's wellbeing is one of the pillars of the MITER Foundation. We want to help ensure that children around the country can experience the joys of sports participation in a safe environment." HMI Glass, based in Kentucky , is helping to launch the Huddle For Hearts program in Louisville . "HMI Glass is excited to partner with West Shore Home and MITER Brands in supporting Huddle For Hearts," said Rob Zawtocki , CEO of HMI Glass. "We are honored to participate in this important cause to provide lifesaving tools for student athletes." If you are interested in becoming a Huddle For Hearts athlete to help donate AED and CPR training in your community, fill out a submission form with the Peyton Walker Foundation. About West Shore Home West Shore Home, headquartered in Mechanicsburg, Pa. , is a leading technology-enabled home remodeling services provider with an expanding national footprint. Founded in 2006, West Shore Home's national brand promise is Bringing Happiness to Every Home by delivering a fast, easy, and convenient home remodeling experience. From the first phone call to the final installation, customers have a streamlined experience and associate the West Shore Home brand with consistent high quality, transparency, and trust. For additional information visit westshorehome.com . About MITER Brands Founded in 1947, MITER Brands is a residential window and door manufacturer that produces a portfolio of window and door brands for the new construction and replacement segments with an owner-operated, family-first approach. With more than 20 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States , MITER Brands is a nationwide supplier of precision-built and energy-efficient products. Through optimized manufacturing, valued relationships, and dedicated team members coast to coast, MITER Brands instills confidence and drives quality customer experiences. About Peyton Walker Foundation Peyton Walker was a 19-year-old Mechanicsburg native, 2012 Trinity High School graduate, and a sophomore at King's College in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania who was pursuing a career as a Physician Assistant when she suffered a Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) that took her young and vibrant life on November 2, 2013 . Afterwards, her family started researching Sudden Cardiac Arrest and established THE PEYTON WALKER FOUNDATION in honor of Peyton's memory and her dreams of working in the medical profession to help and care for others. The Foundation's mission is to increase awareness and survival rates of Sudden Cardiac Arrest. Events, screenings and important updates can be found at PeytonWalker.org . To date, they are proud to have donated 800 Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs), screened over 5,500 students and provided CPR & AED training to hundreds of thousands of community members. The Foundation also has provided over $115,000 in educational scholarships for students pursuing degrees in healthcare. About HMI Glass HMI Glass, headquartered in Louisville, KY was founded in 1946. HMI specializes in providing high-quality glass shower enclosures and hardware to glaziers, designers, and builders supporting new home construction and remodeling segments across the country. Our products are manufactured at our Louisville, KY , Boston, MA and Arlington, TX facilities by our more than 500 dedicated Team Members. View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/huddle-for-hearts-life-saving-mission-expands-nationwide-302332954.html SOURCE West Shore HomeDeep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Warner Bros. Discovery WBD , and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in WBD usually suggests something big is about to happen. We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 10 extraordinary options activities for Warner Bros. Discovery. This level of activity is out of the ordinary. The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 60% leaning bullish and 40% bearish. Among these notable options, 7 are puts, totaling $506,409, and 3 are calls, amounting to $88,160. What's The Price Target? Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $7.5 to $16.0 for Warner Bros. Discovery over the recent three months. Volume & Open Interest Trends Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Warner Bros. Discovery's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Warner Bros. Discovery's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $7.5 to $16.0 over the preceding 30 days. Warner Bros. Discovery Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days Noteworthy Options Activity: Symbol PUT/CALL Trade Type Sentiment Exp. Date Ask Bid Price Strike Price Total Trade Price Open Interest Volume WBD PUT SWEEP BULLISH 01/15/27 $5.6 $5.45 $5.45 $15.00 $163.4K 2 300 WBD PUT TRADE BEARISH 12/18/26 $3.45 $3.3 $3.44 $12.00 $102.5K 342 2 WBD PUT SWEEP BULLISH 04/17/25 $1.46 $1.45 $1.45 $11.00 $68.4K 987 1.0K WBD PUT SWEEP BULLISH 07/18/25 $5.85 $5.75 $5.77 $16.00 $57.5K 0 100 WBD PUT SWEEP BEARISH 04/17/25 $1.46 $1.46 $1.46 $11.00 $39.4K 987 270 About Warner Bros. Discovery Warner Bros. Discovery was formed in 2022 through the combination of WarnerMedia and Discovery Communications. It operates in three global business segments: studios, networks, and direct-to-consumer. Warner Bros. Pictures is the crown jewel of the studios business, producing, distributing, and licensing movies and television shows. The networks business consists of basic cable networks, such as CNN, TNT, TBS, Discovery, HGTV, and the Food Network. Direct-to-consumer includes HBO and the firm's streaming platforms, which have now been consolidated to Max and Discovery+. Much of the DTC content is created within the firm's other two business segments. Each segment operates with a global reach, with Max available in over 60 countries. In light of the recent options history for Warner Bros. Discovery, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance. Present Market Standing of Warner Bros. Discovery Trading volume stands at 15,487,489, with WBD's price down by -0.24%, positioned at $10.21. RSI indicators show the stock to be may be overbought. Earnings announcement expected in 91 days. Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move Benzinga Edge's Unusual Options board spots potential market movers before they happen. 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Adelaide [Australia], : Nitish Reddy shared his journey from a young cricket enthusiast dreaming of playing alongside Virat Kohli to making his Test debut for India. The all-rounder reminisced about his childhood when he would calculate his age to ensure he had enough time to play with Kohli before his retirement. Reddy's dream turned into reality when he received his maiden Test cap from Kohli ahead of the Perth Test, which India won by 295 runs, taking a 1-0 lead in the series. The 21-year-old, who grew up idolizing Kohli, expressed his admiration and excitement about playing with his hero. "This was a safety photo, at the time he was so famous. I felt that if I don't get a photo chance, let's take a picture now. It reminds me of my childhood dreams. From childhood, I was a huge fan of Virat bhaiya. I used to watch every match of him. I liked his celebration a lot - at that time, I used to calculate my age so as to see if he doesn't retire when I make my debut for India," Reddy shared his thoughts in a video posted by BCCI on its website. During the Perth Test, Reddy was more focused on Kohli's performance than his own. "Now playing with him and I was watching him close to ten runs, then five runs and I was thinking, he's close to getting his hundred. Even, I didn't realise that I was close to getting my fifty - it would be my first fifty in Tests if I scored 12 runs. I was so pumped up when he got his 81st hundred and it was a great moment to see," he recalled. Reddy also opened up about the sacrifices his father made for his cricketing career. "To be honest, I was not that serious when I was young. My father left his job for me. There has been lots of sacrifice behind my story," he said. He continued, "One day I saw him crying due to financial problems he had, and it felt like I had to do the hard work. Like, your father made this sacrifice and you are just enjoying cricket by playing it for fun. So that time, I took it seriously and suddenly in one year, I got the growth, did the hard work and it paid off." "Everyone said, 'Mutyala Reddy, you made your son go this far'. As a son of a middle-class family, I am so proud that my father is so happy now and I gave my first jersey to him, where I saw happiness in his face and felt immensely proud," Reddy added. Adjusting to the Indian team environment was initially challenging for Reddy. "I was a bit nervous at first about how I would interact with players. So, if I have any problems, I just want to go and talk with KL bhai. I somehow feel good vibes from him, whatever suggestions he gives it works for me," he mentioned. "He once said, 'Macha, when you go out in the centre, everything is going so fast. Don't go so fast, just slow down the game'. It's because my first match went in that way; everything happened so fast in seconds and that really helped me before going out to bat in my debut match," Reddy praised KL Rahul for his guidance. Reddy emphasized the importance of shadow practice in his routine. "I like to do a lot of shadow practising. At that time, I visualise the bowlers who are going to bowl to me and what shots I can play to them as per the situation. When you actually face them in the centre, it will be like 'Arey, you already practised against them in shadow practice'. So, that's how I keep my routine simple," he explained. Reddy aims to contribute to the team in every way possible. "I feel I do good in three dimensions and want to help the team whatever they want from me, so that's what I want to just focus on," he stated. In his debut Test in Perth, Reddy impressed everyone, including captain Rohit Sharma, with his all-round performance. He scored 41 runs in the first innings, an unbeaten 38 in the second, and took a wicket, earning praise for his brilliance on the field. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.Northwest B.C. First Nation identifies potential unmarked graves at former Lejac Residential School siteAfter the BGT series levelled at a game each, the India national cricket team will play the 3rd Test against the Australia national cricket team at the Gabba. The match will start at 05:50 AM on December 14. Day 1 of the IND vs AUS 3rd Test 2024 will likely be an exciting day. Star Sports Network has the broadcasting rights for the IND vs AUS Test 2024 Series. However, in India, the IND vs AUS 3rd Test 2024 Day 1 at Brisbane will have live TV telecast viewing options on DD Sports, but only for free DD Free Dish and other DTT users. IND vs AUS 3rd Test 2024, Brisbane Weather, Rain Forecast and Pitch Report: Here's How Weather Will Behave for India vs Australia Border-Gavaskar Trophy Match at The Gabba . Series locked at 1-1, #TeamIndia and Australia will look for the lead in the next game! 🇮🇳vs🇦🇺 🏏 3rd Test 🗓️ Dec 14-18 ⏰ 5:50 AM onwards.. LIVE The Game on DD Sports 📺 (DD Free Dish) #AUSvsIND #BorderGavaskarTrophy pic.twitter.com/E7E8QHPQTz — Doordarshan Sports (@ddsportschannel) December 13, 2024 (SocialLY brings you all the latest breaking news, viral trends and information from social media world, including Twitter, Instagram and Youtube. The above post is embeded directly from the user's social media account and LatestLY Staff may not have modified or edited the content body. The views and facts appearing in the social media post do not reflect the opinions of LatestLY, also LatestLY does not assume any responsibility or liability for the same.)
( MENAFN - PR Newswire) NEW YORK, Dec. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ultima Markets, a leading CFD trading services provider, is proud to announce that it has joined the United Nations Global Compact initiative, becoming the first CFD broker to participate in this drive. UN Global Compact is the world's largest corporate sustainability initiative, allowing companies to align their strategies and operations with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Ultima Markets is honoured to be part of the Compact initiative. This initiative reinforces the broker's commitment to sustainability by aligning its business practices with the ten principles of the UN Global Compact. It aims to promote environmental responsibility, social equity, and strong governance across the financial services sector. A Global Alliance Participation in the Compact initiative marks a significant milestone in Ultima Markets' dedication towards building a more inclusive and sustainable global economy. As part of a network of 25,000+ organisations across 167 countries, the company will work with international leaders to combat climate change, promote equality, and encourage economic prosperity. Jean Philippe, Ultima Markets' Board Advisor for Corporate Governance and Sustainability, says, "By joining the Compact initiative, we are advancing ethical financial services and contributing to a sustainable future. Sustainability is embedded in our core mission." "As an essential player in the finance and technology industry, we focus on aligning our operations and business practices with the Global Goals." Aligning with the Global Goals The fintech company aims to promote financial literacy and learning to empower employees and communities, fostering a culture of education that supports SDG 4: Quality Education. Its emphasis on SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure reflects its commitment to harness innovative technologies that improve access to financial services. The multi-asset trading platform pledges to adopt eco-friendly office practices to reduce its environmental impact for SDG 13: Climate Action. The company will continue supporting the Compact and other global partners for SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals. Ultima Markets seeks to deliver long-term value to its clients through education, innovation, climate action, and global collaborations while contributing to the broader sustainability movement. About Ultima Markets Ultima Markets is a licensed broker offering access to 250+ financial instruments. With a team of 2,000+ professionals across 15 global offices, we serve clients in 172+ countries. Visit us on Facebook , X , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube . SOURCE Ultima Markets Ltd MENAFN16122024003732001241ID1108999982 Legal Disclaimer: MENAFN provides the information “as is” without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the provider above.NEW DELHI (AP) — India’s former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, widely regarded as the architect of India’s economic reform program and a landmark nuclear deal with the United States, has died. He was 92. Singh was admitted to New Delhi’s All India Institute of Medical Sciences late Thursday after his health deteriorated due to a “sudden loss of consciousness at home,” the hospital said in a statement. “Resuscitative measures were started immediately at home. He was brought to the Medical Emergency” at 8:06 p.m., the hospital said, but “despite all efforts, he could not be revived and was declared dead at 9:51 p.m.” Singh was being treated for “age-related medical conditions,” the statement said. A mild-mannered technocrat, Singh became one of India’s longest-serving prime ministers for 10 years and leader of the Congress Party in the Parliament's Upper House, earning a reputation as a man of great personal integrity. He was chosen to fill the role in 2004 by Sonia Gandhi, the widow of assassinated Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi . But his sterling image was tainted by allegations of corruption against his ministers. Singh was reelected in 2009, but his second term as prime minister was clouded by financial scandals and corruption charges over the organization of the 2010 Commonwealth Games. This led to the Congress Party’s crushing defeat in the 2014 national election by the Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party under the leadership of Narendra Modi . Singh adopted a low profile after relinquishing the post of prime minister. Prime Minister Modi, who succeeded Singh in 2014, called him one of India’s “most distinguished leaders” who rose from humble origins and left “a strong imprint on our economic policy over the years.” “As our Prime Minister, he made extensive efforts to improve people’s lives,” Modi said in a post on the social platform X. He called Singh’s interventions in Parliament as a lawmaker “insightful” and said “his wisdom and humility were always visible.” Rahul Gandhi, from the same party as Singh and the opposition leader in the lower house of the Indian Parliament, said Singh’s “deep understanding of economics inspired the nation” and that he “led India with immense wisdom and integrity.” “I have lost a mentor and guide. Millions of us who admired him will remember him with the utmost pride,” Gandhi wrote on X. The United States offered its condolences, with Secretary of State Antony Blinken saying that Singh was “one of the greatest champions of the U.S.-India strategic partnership.” “We mourn Dr. Singh’s passing and will always remember his dedication to bringing the United States and India closer together,” Blinken said. Born on Sept. 26, 1932, in a village in the Punjab province of undivided India, Singh’s brilliant academic career took him to Cambridge University in Britain, where he earned a degree in economics in 1957. He then got his doctorate in economics from Nuffield College at Oxford University in 1962. Singh taught at Panjab University and the prestigious Delhi School of Economics before joining the Indian government in 1971 as economic advisor in the Commerce Ministry. In 1982, he became chief economic adviser to the Finance Ministry. He also served as deputy chair of the Planning Commission and governor of the Reserve Bank of India. As finance minister, Singh in 1991 instituted reforms that opened up the economy and moved India away from a socialist-patterned economy and toward a capitalist model in the face of a huge balance of payments deficit, skirting a potential economic crisis. His accolades include the 1987 Padma Vibhushan Award, India’s second-highest civilian honor; the Jawaharlal Nehru Birth Centenary Award of the Indian Science Congress in 1995; and the Asia Money Award for Finance Minister of the Year in 1993 and 1994. Singh was a member of India’s Upper House of Parliament and was leader of the opposition from 1998 to 2004 before he was named prime minister. He was the first Sikh to hold the country’s top post and made a public apology in Parliament for the 1984 Sikh Massacre in which some 3,000 Sikhs were killed after then-Prime Minister Indira Gandhi was assassinated by Sikh bodyguards. Under Singh, India adopted a Right to Information Act in 2005 to promote accountability and transparency from government officials and bureaucrats. He was also instrumental in implementing a welfare scheme that guaranteed at least 100 paid workdays for Indian rural citizens. The coalition government he headed for a decade brought together politicians and parties with differing ideologies that were rivals in the country’s various states. In a move hailed as one of his biggest achievements apart from economic reforms, Singh ended India’s nuclear isolation by signing a deal with the U.S. that gave India access to American nuclear technology. But the deal hit his government adversely, with Communist allies withdrawing support and criticism of the agreement growing within India in 2008 when it was finalized. Singh adopted a pragmatic foreign policy approach, pursuing a peace process with nuclear rival and neighbor Pakistan. But his efforts suffered a major setback after Pakistani militants carried out a massive gun and bomb attack in Mumbai in November 2008. He also tried to end the border dispute with China, brokering a deal to reopen the Nathu La pass into Tibet, which had been closed for more than 40 years. His 1965 book, “India’s Export Trends and Prospects for Self-Sustained Growth,” dealt with India’s inward-oriented trade policy. Singh is survived by his wife Gursharan Kaur and three daughters. Associated Press writer Sheikh Saaliq in New Delhi contributed to this report.
INDIANAPOLIS — On Thursday, students and staff at Robert Lee Frost School 106 cut the ribbon on a new media center. "Today is an incredibly exciting day," said Indianapolis Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Aleesia Johnson. It's all thanks to a collaboration between the IPS Foundation, Big Ten Conference , and the College Football Playoff Foundation, among others. "It means a lot when our students can see that outside of the school, there are so many other people who are rooting for their success and supporting them," said Johnson. "So to have them experience that today is very special." The renovation comes in conjunction with the Discover Big Ten Football Championship Game. It's complete with new books, furniture and backpacks full of supplies. Kyrie Woods is a second grader at School 106. "I would say thank you for making it, because I like this school," said Woods, "and I want to try some new books." Indiana Sports Corp helped select School 106 for the surprise. "This space once was a place that just really stored things that were unwanted," said Johnson. "To have a transformation of a place where kids can come and dive into the world beyond is pretty meaningful, symbolically and literally." The students in attendance for Thursday's ribbon cutting all had perfect attendance. Students at unique IPS school get education in English, Spanish IPS unveils district's 2025 legislative priorities IPS breaks ground on safety project at George W. Julian School 57 In all, about 90 students received a very special prize from the Big Ten. "We will give tickets for them and their family to attend the game," said Big Ten Conference senior vice president Omar Brown. "To be able to make a big impact in Indianapolis is an amazing feat." The CFP Foundation also recognized a teacher at School 106 for her 14 years of service. She received a $1,000 check to help stock her classroom.SOLVIT System Wins CES 2025 Innovation Award, Illuminating Paths to Save Lives in Radio Shadow AreasOkanagan MLAs express concern with removal of religious sign from nativity scene
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — If Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh has given any thought to the possibility of clinching a playoff berth in his first season with the team with a win at New England on Saturday, he isn’t letting it show. “Just attacking, that’s our mindset. Win the next game,” he said. Harbaugh’s relative silence on the topic isn’t a total departure from his usual business-first approach, but there could also be something else at play. Aside from wrapping up what would be Harbaugh’s fourth postseason trip in five years as an NFL head coach, since the Chargers (9-6) have the tiebreaker over the Denver Broncos but not against the Pittsburg Steelers, Los Angeles would appear destined to be the sixth seed in the postseason. That would mean a trip to Baltimore and a possible Harbaugh Bowl 4 matchup opposite older brother and Ravens coach John Harbaugh. The Ravens beat the Chargers earlier this season 30-23. But first things first. And that’s taking care of the Patriots (3-12), who have lost five straight games but showed several signs of offensive improvement during their 24-21 loss at Buffalo last week. Jim Harbaugh sees a dangerous group. And his players say they are locked in on the present. “Always one week at a time. We’ve got a lot of respect for this Patriots team,” Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert said. “We know we’re going on the road and have to be prepared for everything.” Turnover prone If the Patriots are going to play the role of spoiler, it must start with rookie quarterback Drake Maye. He has thrown a touchdown pass in seven consecutive games, tied with Jim Plunkett (1971) for the longest such streak by a rookie in franchise history. But he has also thrown at least one interception in each of the past seven games. Overall, the Patriots have a minus-9 turnover margin. The Patriots did score 14 points in the first half during last week’s loss at Buffalo. Still, New England’s offense has had trouble finishing drives, scoring touchdowns on only 47.7% of its chances in the red zone. Maye said that doesn’t mean he plans to be timid over the final two games. “I think there’s definitely a way we need to cut down turnovers,” he said. “That starts with me protecting the football and throwing it incomplete or throwing it in the dirt or little things like that. I’m still going to be aggressive.” More offensive momentum? The Chargers could have a major weapon return in running back J.K. Dobbins, who has been on injured reserve after suffering a knee injury against Baltimore on Nov. 25. With Dobbins out of the lineup, the Bolts have struggled to have any consistency on offense. Los Angeles has averaged only 74.8 rushing yards in the past four games, which is quite a drop from the 118.1 they were generating before Dobbins’ injury. Dobbins was listed as questionable, while Gus Edwards — who rushed for two touchdowns and a season-high 68 yards in last Thursday’s win over Denver — was ruled out with an ankle injury. Kimani Vidal and Hassan Haskins would likely take over in the backfield if Dobbins also can’t play. Justin Herbert, who has 20,466 career passing yards, needs 153 yards to surpass Peyton Manning for the most in a player’s first five seasons in league history. Ladd McConkey is 40 yards away from becoming the first Chargers rookie receiver to reach 1,000 yards since Keenan Allen in 2013. Success heading East The Chargers have won 11 of their past 13 when playing in the Eastern time zone, including last year’s 6-0 victory over the Patriots. Los Angeles has five of its nine games on Eastern time this season for the first time since 2005. They are trying to become the ninth team since 1988 on Pacific time to win at least four games when having to travel at least three time zones. Better start needed The Chargers have given up two touchdowns and a field goal on the first possession in the last three games. They allowed only one touchdown on an opening drive in the first 12 games. Another cause for concern is that the Bolts have given up scores on the first two series in back-to-back games. ___ AP Sports Writer Joe Reedy in Los Angeles contributed to this report. ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFLDilraj, Kujur, Kushwaha run riot as India hammer Chinese Taipei 16-0 to make Jr Asia Cup semisCybersecurity expert Dr. Dave Chatterjee hosts The Cybersecurity Readiness Podcast series. Here, he offers insights from industry leaders to improve cybersecurity at individual, organizational, and national levels, reaching listeners in over 100 countries. Photo courtesy of Dr. Dave Chatterjee DURHAM, N.C., Dec. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cybersecurity thought leader Dr. Dave Chatterjee has launched The Cybersecurity Readiness Podcast series , establishing a global platform for advancing cybersecurity awareness and preparedness. Now in its third year, the series has achieved significant milestones with over 70 episodes and over 10,000 downloads across 105 countries. The podcast series delivers insightful and accessible discussions on improving cybersecurity readiness across various levels. Through engaging conversations with subject matter experts, business and technology leaders, educators, and members of user communities, Chatterjee presents a comprehensive yet approachable analysis of the cybersecurity landscape. In a recent episode, he examines the risks of rapid cloud adoption, uncovering that cloud configuration errors cause 95% of cybersecurity breaches. Another compelling discussion features Mike Manrod, chief information security officer (CISO) of Grand Canyon Education, and Ori Eisen, chief executive officer (CEO) of Trusona, who share strategies to reduce social engineering attacks on IT help desks. The series also explores crucial educational initiatives, featuring Laurie Salvail, executive director of CYBER.ORG, discussing implementing cybersecurity education for K-12 students through a program funded by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). The podcast's influence extends beyond traditional audiences, serving as a valuable resource for practitioners and academics. Educational institutions incorporate episodes into classrooms and corporate training sessions, while researchers reference them in publications. "I aim to make cybersecurity discussions mainstream, as shown by the podcast's format and content selection,” Dr. Dave Chatterjee shares. "The podcast can connect technical knowledge with real-world application by focusing on practical insights and strategic implications.” To maximize impact, the host distributes episodes through platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, RSS Feed, Amazon Music, and Audible, and its website, https://www.cybersecurityreadinesspodcast.com/ . Meanwhile, all episode summaries and discussion highlights are available at https://www.dchatte.com/cybersecurity-resources/ . Industry professionals consistently praise the podcast's value. One listener describes it as "a great source of inspiration and learning," highlighting its balance of technical knowledge and strategic implications. Another expert commends the series for its "depth of pragmatic advice and actionable insight." In recognition of his contributions, Dr. Chatterjee is scheduled to do a virtual webcast on January 31, 2025 as part of the RSA Conference, one of the largest security conferences in the world. This provides an opportunity to share his expertise with an expanded global audience. The podcast series is available on major podcast platforms. For more information about the podcast and Dr. Dave Chatterjee's work, visit https://www.dchatte.com/ . About Dr. Dave Chatterjee As a distinguished cybersecurity and information technology management expert, Dr. Dave Chatterjee brings over two decades of expertise to the field. His influential book, "Cybersecurity Readiness: A Holistic and High-Performance Approach," published by Sage is endorsed by distinguished practitioners and academics. Dr. Dave Chatterjee is currently an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Engineering, Graduate, and Professional Programs at the Pratt School of Engineering at Duke University. His leadership roles include former Chairman of the Society for Information Management (SIM) and former Cybersecurity Collaborative Atlanta Chapter board member. Dr. Chatterjee also participated in a CISO SWAT team that addressed critical cybersecurity challenges. Additionally, he is renowned for developing the Commitment-Preparedness-Discipline (CPD) framework for cybersecurity readiness and provides expert consulting in strategic cybersecurity governance, awareness, and education. Contact information Name: Dr. Dave Chatterjee Email: [email protected] Company: Duke University Website: https://www.dchatte.com/ A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/ecd35f84-630a-4e59-aa03-3a85e75f3aea
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Unwrap the latest AI features with Amazon Fire TabletsFaruqi & Faruqi, LLP Securities Litigation Partner James (Josh) Wilson Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses Exceeding $50,000 In Lilium To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options If you suffered losses exceeding $50,000 in Lilium between June 11, 2024 and November 3, 2024 and would like to discuss your legal rights, call Faruqi & Faruqi partner Josh Wilson directly at 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310) . [You may also click here for additional information] NEW YORK, Dec. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP , a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential claims against Lilium N.V. ("Lilium" or the "Company") LILM and reminds investors of the January 6, 2025 deadline to seek the role of lead plaintiff in a federal securities class action that has been filed against the Company. Faruqi & Faruqi is a leading national securities law firm with offices in New York, Pennsylvania, California and Georgia. The firm has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors since its founding in 1995. See www.faruqilaw.com . As detailed below, the complaint alleges that the Company and its executives violated federal securities laws by making false and/or misleading statements and/or failing to disclose that: (1) Defendants overstated the progress of the Company's fundraising activities; (2) Defendants overstated the likelihood and/or feasibility of obtaining sufficient funding to continue operations; (3) Defendants failed to sufficiently disclose the imminent insolvency of the Company and its subsidiaries; and (4) that, as a result of the foregoing, Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis. On October 24, 2024, before the market opened, Lilium disclosed that it had been unable to raise sufficient additional funds to continue the operations of the Company's principal operating wholly owned German subsidiaries. As a result, the managing directors of the subsidiaries determined that they are overindebted and are, or will, become unable to pay their existing liabilities. The Company disclosed that, subject to certain limited exceptions, the Company will lose control of the subsidiaries. On this news, Lilium's stock price fell $0.33, or 61.6%, to close at $0.21 per share on October 24, 2024, on unusually heavy trading volume. The Company's stock price continued to fall in the subsequent trading day, falling $0.06, or 28.8%, to close at $0.15 per share on October 25, 2024, on unusually heavy trading volume. Then, on November 4, 2024, before the market opened, the Company reported that, following the insolvency of the Company's subsidiaries, Lilium had not been able to raise sufficient additional funds to conduct its ongoing business consistent with past practice. The Company disclosed that "funding for the Company is not feasible." As a consequence, the Company would be "obliged to file for insolvency." On this news, Lilium's stock price fell $0.015, or 15.5%, to close at $0.083 per share on November 4, 2024, on unusually heavy trading volume. The Company's stock price continued to fall in the subsequent trading day, falling $0.031, or 36.97%, to close at $0.052 per share on November 5, 2024, on unusually heavy trading volume. The court-appointed lead plaintiff is the investor with the largest financial interest in the relief sought by the class who is adequate and typical of class members who directs and oversees the litigation on behalf of the putative class. Any member of the putative class may move the Court to serve as lead plaintiff through counsel of their choice, or may choose to do nothing and remain an absent class member. Your ability to share in any recovery is not affected by the decision to serve as a lead plaintiff or not. Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP also encourages anyone with information regarding Lilium's conduct to contact the firm, including whistleblowers, former employees, shareholders and others. To learn more about the Lilium N.V. class action, go to www.faruqilaw.com/LILM or call Faruqi & Faruqi partner Josh Wilson directly at 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310) . Follow us for updates on LinkedIn , on X , or on Facebook . Attorney Advertising. The law firm responsible for this advertisement is Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP ( www.faruqilaw.com ). Prior results do not guarantee or predict a similar outcome with respect to any future matter. We welcome the opportunity to discuss your particular case. All communications will be treated in a confidential manner. A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/c27c0b77-4720-4e5d-8a4d-69609ae3e05d © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.
Michigan upsets No. 2 Ohio State 13-10Insider Q&A: High hopes for Australia social media ban and channeling parental 'fury' over techChargers focused on avoiding a letdown and not a potential playoff berth in matchup with Patriots FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — If Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh has given any thought to the possibility of clinching a playoff berth in his first season with the team with a win at New England on Saturday, he isn't letting it show. Kyle Hightower, The Associated Press Dec 26, 2024 2:43 PM Dec 26, 2024 3:05 PM Share by Email Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Print Share via Text Message Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh watches from the sideline during the second half an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun) FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — If Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh has given any thought to the possibility of clinching a playoff berth in his first season with the team with a win at New England on Saturday, he isn't letting it show. “Just attacking, that’s our mindset. Win the next game," he said. Harbaugh's relative silence on the topic isn't a total departure from his usual business-first approach, but there could also be something else at play. Aside from wrapping up what would be Harbaugh’s fourth postseason trip in five years as an NFL head coach, since the Chargers (9-6) have the tiebreaker over the Denver Broncos but not against the Pittsburg Steelers, Los Angeles would appear destined to be the sixth seed in the postseason. That would mean a trip to Baltimore and a possible Harbaugh Bowl 4 matchup opposite older brother and Ravens coach John Harbaugh. The Ravens beat the Chargers earlier this season 30-23. But first things first. And that's taking care of the Patriots (3-12), who have lost five straight games but showed several signs of offensive improvement during their 24-21 loss at Buffalo last week. Jim Harbaugh sees a dangerous group. And his players say they are locked in on the present. “Always one week at a time. We’ve got a lot of respect for this Patriots team," Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert said. "We know we’re going on the road and have to be prepared for everything.” Turnover prone If the Patriots are going to play the role of spoiler, it must start with rookie quarterback Drake Maye. He has thrown a touchdown pass in seven consecutive games, tied with Jim Plunkett (1971) for the longest such streak by a rookie in franchise history. But he has also thrown at least one interception in each of the past seven games. Overall, the Patriots have a minus-9 turnover margin. The Patriots did score 14 points in the first half during last week’s loss at Buffalo. Still, New England's offense has had trouble finishing drives, scoring touchdowns on only 47.7% of its chances in the red zone. Maye said that doesn't mean he plans to be timid over the final two games. “I think there’s definitely a way we need to cut down turnovers,” he said. “That starts with me protecting the football and throwing it incomplete or throwing it in the dirt or little things like that. I’m still going to be aggressive.” More offensive momentum? The Chargers could have a major weapon return in running back J.K. Dobbins, who has been on injured reserve after suffering a knee injury against Baltimore on Nov. 25. With Dobbins out of the lineup, the Bolts have struggled to have any consistency on offense. Los Angeles has averaged only 74.8 rushing yards in the past four games, which is quite a drop from the 118.1 they were generating before Dobbins’ injury. Dobbins was listed as questionable, while Gus Edwards — who rushed for two touchdowns and a season-high 68 yards in last Thursday’s win over Denver — was ruled out with an ankle injury. Kimani Vidal and Hassan Haskins would likely take over in the backfield if Dobbins also can't play. Justin Herbert, who has 20,466 career passing yards, needs 153 yards to surpass Peyton Manning for the most in a player's first five seasons in league history. Ladd McConkey is 40 yards away from becoming the first Chargers rookie receiver to reach 1,000 yards since Keenan Allen in 2013. Success heading East The Chargers have won 11 of their past 13 when playing in the Eastern time zone, including last year’s 6-0 victory over the Patriots. Los Angeles has five of its nine games on Eastern time this season for the first time since 2005. They are trying to become the ninth team since 1988 on Pacific time to win at least four games when having to travel at least three time zones. Better start needed The Chargers have given up two touchdowns and a field goal on the first possession in the last three games. They allowed only one touchdown on an opening drive in the first 12 games. Another cause for concern is that the Bolts have given up scores on the first two series in back-to-back games. ___ AP Sports Writer Joe Reedy in Los Angeles contributed to this report. ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFL Kyle Hightower, The Associated Press See a typo/mistake? Have a story/tip? This has been shared 0 times 0 Shares Share by Email Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Print Share via Text Message Get your daily Victoria news briefing Email Sign Up More Football (NFL) Eagles try to clinch NFC East title with Hurts' head injury looming large Dec 26, 2024 3:04 PM Michigan defensive lineman Kenneth Grant declares for NFL draft Dec 26, 2024 3:01 PM Cowboys shutting down CeeDee Lamb with 2 games to go over receiver's shoulder issue Dec 26, 2024 2:44 PM
The Minnesota Twins have reportedly agreed to a new deal with one of their top bullpen arms, at least on paper. On Friday, KSTP Sports' Darren "Doogie" Wolfson reported that the Twins and relief pitcher Brock Stewart agreed to a one-year contract worth $870,000, with up to $30,000 in incentives. The agreement allows both sides to avoid arbitration. Follow Inside the Twins on Facebook Hear Brock Stewart, #MNTwins agree at $870K. Can earn an additional $30K in incentives. Stewart, 33, has been fantastic the past two seasons when healthy. The problem, like for several other Twins players, is he hasn't been healthy very often. Related: Minnesota Twins add only 2 prospects to 40-man ahead of Rule 5 deadline In 2023, he appeared in 28 games for Minnesota, posting a 0.65 ERA with 39 strikeouts in 27.2 innings, but missed from June 27 through Sept. 25 due to right elbow soreness. This past season, he didn’t allow a run until his 13th appearance and again posted great strikeout numbers but missed 12 weeks with shoulder tendinitis, then missed the rest of the season with a shoulder strain after returning for three rough outings in July. His raw stuff is filthy, pairing a high-90s fastball with a good sweeper, plus a sinker, cutter and changeup to mix in. However, the Twins desperately need him to stay healthy. Related: With pinched payroll, Twins have hardly any offseason spending room On paper, the Twins have an elite bullpen, with Stewart and Jorge Alcala behind Griffin Jax and Jhoan Duran. Thanks to health issues and inconsistency, Minnesota's bullpen posted a 4.12 ERA last season, 19th in MLB. The Twins still have several other arbitration-eligible players to negotiate with this offseason. Stewart has two more years of control after 2025. Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images
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All amounts in US dollars unless otherwise indicated BROOKFIELD, News, Dec. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brookfield Renewable today announced that the Toronto Stock Exchange (the “ TSX ”) has accepted notices filed by Brookfield Renewable Partners L.P. ( TSX: BEP.UN ; NYSE: BEP ) (“ BEP ”) of its intention to renew its normal course issuer bids for its limited partnership units (“ LP Units ”) and Class A preferred limited partnership units (“ Preferred Units ”); Brookfield Renewable Corporation ( TSX: BEPC ; NYSE: BEPC ) (“ BEPC ” and together with BEP, “ Brookfield Renewable ”) of its intention to renew its normal course issuer bid for its outstanding class A exchangeable subordinate voting shares (“ Exchangeable Shares ”); and Brookfield Renewable Power Preferred Equity Inc. (“ BRP Equity ”) of its intention to renew its normal course issuer bid for its outstanding Class A preference shares (“ Preferred Shares ”). BRP Equity is a wholly-owned subsidiary of BEP. Brookfield Renewable believes that the renewed normal course issuer bid will provide the flexibility to use available funds to purchase LP Units, Preferred Units, Exchangeable Shares or Preferred Shares, as applicable, should they be trading in price ranges that do not fully reflect their value, representing an attractive use of available funds. There are currently three series of Preferred Units and five series of Preferred Shares outstanding and listed on the TSX. Under BEP’s normal course issuer bid for LP Units, BEP is authorized to repurchase up to 14,255,578 LP Units, representing 5% of its issued and outstanding LP Units. At the close of business on December 5, 2024, there were 285,111,569 LP Units issued and outstanding. Under BEP’s normal course issuer bid, it may repurchase up to 74,937 LP Units on the TSX during any trading day, which represents 25% of the average daily trading volume of 299,749 LP Units for the six months ended November 30, 2024. Under BEPC’s normal course issuer bid for Exchangeable Shares, BEPC is authorized to repurchase up to 8,982,042 Exchangeable Shares, representing 5% of its issued and outstanding Exchangeable Shares. At the close of business on December 5, 2024, there were 179,640,851 Exchangeable Shares issued and outstanding. Under BEPC’s normal course issuer bid, it may repurchase up to 70,747 Exchangeable Shares on the TSX during any trading day, which represents 25% of the average daily trading volume of 282,988 Exchangeable Shares for the six months ended November 30, 2024. Under BEP’s normal course issuer bid for Preferred Units, BEP is authorized to repurchase a total of approximately 10% of the public float of each respective series of the Preferred Units as follows: 1. Calculated as at Dece mber 5 , 202 4 . 2. For the 6 months ended November 30 , 20 2 4 . 3. In accordance with TSX rules, any daily repurchases with respect to t he Series 18 Preferred Units would be limited to 1,000 Series 18 Preferred Units . Under BRP Equity’s normal course issuer bid for Preferred Shares, BRP Equity is authorized to repurchase a total of approximately 10% of the public float of each respective series of the Preferred Shares as follows: 4. Calculated as at Decembe r 5 , 2 02 4 . 5. For the 6 months ended November 30 , 20 2 4 . 6. In accordance with TSX rules, any daily repurchases with respect to the Series 2 Preferred Shares , the Series 5 Preferred Shares and the Series 6 Preferred Shares would be limited to 1,000 Preferred Shares of such series . Repurchases under each normal course issuer bid are authorized to commence on December 18, 2024 and each normal course issuer bid will terminate on December 17, 2025, or earlier should Brookfield Renewable or BRP Equity, as applicable, complete repurchases under its respective normal course issuer bids prior to such date. Under BEP’s prior normal course issuer bid for LP Units that commenced on December 18, 2023 and expires on December 17, 2024, BEP previously sought and received approval from the TSX to repurchase up to 14,361,497 LP Units. As of December 5, 2024, BEP has repurchased 2,279,654 LP Units under its current normal course issuer bid through open market transactions on the TSX and alternative trading systems at a weighted average price per LP Unit of approximately CDN$30.86. Under BEPC’s prior normal course issuer bid that commenced on December 18, 2023 and expires on December 17, 2024, BEPC previously sought and received approval from the TSX to repurchase up to 8,982,586 Exchangeable Shares. BEPC has not repurchased any Exchangeable Shares under its existing normal course issuer bid in the past 12 months. Under BEP’s prior normal course issuer bid for Preferred Units that commenced on December 18, 2023 and expires on December 17, 2024, BEP previously sought and received approval from the TSX to repurchase up to 700,000 Series 7 Preferred Units, 1,000,000 Series 13 Preferred Units, 700,000 Series 15 Preferred Units and 600,000 Series 18 Preferred Units. BEP did not repurchase any Preferred Units under this normal course issuer bid. Under BRP Equity’s prior normal course issuer bid that commenced on December 18, 2023 and expires on December 17, 2023, BRP Equity previously sought and received approval from the TSX to repurchase up to 684,953 Series 1 Preferred Shares, 311,053 Series 2 Preferred Shares, 996,139 Series 3 Preferred Shares, 411,450 Series 5 Preferred Shares and 700,000 Series 6 Preferred Shares. BRP Equity did not repurchase any Preferred Shares under this normal course issuer bid. All purchases of the LP Units and Exchangeable Shares will be effected through the facilities of the TSX and/or the New York Stock Exchange and/or alternative trading systems in Canada and/or the United States. All purchases of Preferred Units and Preferred Shares will be effected through facilities of the TSX and/or alternative trading systems in Canada. All LP Units, Preferred Units, Exchangeable Shares and Preferred Shares acquired under the applicable normal course issuer bid will be cancelled. Repurchases will be subject to compliance with applicable Canadian securities laws. BEP and BEPC intend to enter into automatic share purchase plans, which have been pre-cleared by the TSX, on or about the week of December 23, 2024 in relation to their respective normal course issuer bids. The automatic share purchase plans will allow for the purchase of LP Units, Preferred Units and Exchangeable Shares, as applicable, subject to certain trading parameters, at times when BEP or BEPC, as applicable, ordinarily would not be active in the market due to its own internal trading blackout periods, insider trading rules or otherwise. Outside these periods, LP Units, Preferred Units or Exchangeable Shares, as applicable, will be repurchased in accordance with management’s discretion, in compliance with applicable law. Brookfield Renewable Brookfield Renewable operates one of the world’s largest publicly traded platforms for renewable power and sustainable solutions. Our renewable power portfolio consists of hydroelectric, wind, utility-scale solar, distributed generation and storage facilities in North America, South America, Europe and Asia. Our operating capacity totals over 35,000 megawatts and our development pipeline stands at approximately 200,000 megawatts. Our portfolio of sustainable solutions assets includes our investments in Westinghouse (a leading global nuclear services business) and a utility and independent power producer with operations in the Caribbean and Latin America, as well as both operating assets and a development pipeline of carbon capture and storage capacity, agricultural renewable natural gas and materials recycling. Investors can access the portfolio either through Brookfield Renewable Partners L.P. (NYSE: BEP; TSX: BEP.UN), a Bermuda-based limited partnership, or Brookfield Renewable Corporation (NYSE, TSX: BEPC), a Canadian corporation. Brookfield Renewable is the flagship listed renewable power and transition company of Brookfield Asset Management, a leading global alternative asset manager with over $1 trillion of assets under management. Please note that Brookfield Renewable’s previous audited annual and unaudited quarterly reports filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“ SEC ”) and securities regulators in Canada, are available on our website at https://bep.brookfield.com , on SEC’s website at www.sec.gov and on SEDAR+’s website at www.sedarplus.com . Hard copies of the annual and quarterly reports can be obtained free of charge upon request. Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-looking Statements This news release contains forward-looking statements and information within the meaning of Canadian securities laws and “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of applicable U.S. securities laws. Forward-looking statements and information may include estimates, plans, expectations, opinions, forecasts, projections, guidance or other statements that are not statements of fact. Forward-looking statements and information can be identified by the use of words such as “will”, “believes” and “may” or variations of such words and phrases and include statements regarding the potential future purchases by BEP of its LP Units and Preferred Units, by BEPC of its Exchangeable Shares and by BRP Equity of its Preferred Shares pursuant to their respective normal course issuer bids and, as applicable, automatic repurchase plans. Although Brookfield Renewable believes that these forward-looking statements and information are based upon reasonable assumptions and expectations, the reader should not place undue reliance on them, or any other forward-looking statements or information in this news release. The future performance and prospects of Brookfield Renewable are subject to a number of known and unknown risks and uncertainties. Factors that could cause actual results of Brookfield Renewable to differ materially from those contemplated or implied by the statements in this news release include: general economic conditions; interest rate changes; availability of equity and debt financing; the performance of the LP Units, the Preferred Units, the Exchangeable Shares or the Preferred Shares or the stock exchanges generally; and other risks and factors described in the documents filed by Brookfield Renewable with securities regulators in Canada and the United States including under “Risk Factors” in Brookfield Renewable’s most recent Annual Report on Form 20-F and other risks and factors that are described therein. Except as required by law, Brookfield Renewable does not undertake any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements or information, whether written or oral, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.