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The Tesla Model 3 and Model Y have consistently ranked among the best-selling cars in the UK for years. That means there are plenty of used Teslas available on the market, and countless potential buyers wondering whether a pre-owned Tesla Model 3 would be a wise purchase. To find out whether a used Tesla is worth it, I decided to see what it’s like to live with a second-hand model. How quickly has a car like this aged? How has the build quality stood up? And crucially, what has time and mileage done to the range of the car? For our tests, I’m running a car from Tesla’s official used car scheme – Tesla Certified Pre-Owned – to answer all of these questions and more. I’ll be updating my used Tesla review as I get more hands-on experience with the car, so check back in to see how the second-hand EV performs under real-world conditions. In Tesla-speak, ‘certified pre-owned’ means the same as ‘approved used’. These cars have been through a series of thorough checks before being re-sold by Tesla through its network of dealers. They also come with decent warranty coverage. When Vauxhall launched the UK’s first ‘approved used’ scheme, the tagline was “treating used cars like new” and that certainly seems to be the case with Tesla, too. Let’s start with the ordering process for a certified pre-owned Tesla, which is pretty much the same as ordering a new one – it’s all done online. You have free choice of the cars in stock around the country, and you’re welcome to test drive a car local to you, or go to the car’s location to test drive it. If you choose to buy, the car can be delivered to you locally, too. My deep blue metallic Model 3 long range all-wheel drive turned up in absolutely pristine condition. I’m a hard bloke to impress, but the condition of my car was so good that my wife genuinely thought it was a brand-new car. Considering my pre-owned Tesla Model 3 had 27,000 miles on it, the bodywork – and more surprisingly the white leather interior – were all completely unmarked. My car had also been cleaned and polished to a high standard, so was gleaming when it turned up. It sat smartly on its 19-inch sports wheels. There’s not much difference in spec between one Tesla and another, but every certified pre-owned model gets an upgrade to ‘enhanced autopilot’ – Tesla’s autonomous driving tech – whether it already had it or not. The white leather was also an upgrade when this car was new. A factory-fresh Tesla Model 3 starts at £49,900, but this 2021 car cost £28,400 through Tesla’s certified pre-owned service. As well as the upgrade to autopilot enhanced, it came with a brand-new MoT and one remaining year of the standard Tesla warranty, which will run out in September 2025. The battery cover will continue until 2029. Anyone taking delivery of a Tesla – new or used – should take the time to connect their phone, get logged into the Tesla app, and set up the various functions and apps on the car to their liking. This can take some time, but is absolutely worthwhile. Being the child that I am, I went straight for the emissions testing mode that emits fart sounds outside the car – hilarious (for me, at least). Getting used to that giant touchscreen isn’t the big deal it might seem. Ultimately you keep your eyes on the road and only glance at the speedo in the top right-hand corner. I tend to keep the map open on the left of the screen, while the right screen shows what the car can “see” around you, identifying cars, pedestrians, cones and even wheelie bins. As for driving, again the certified pre-owned Tesla Model 3 feels like new. The performance is addictive, with just a squeeze of the throttle pinning you to the back of your seat. Lifting off and feeling the one-pedal driving mode instantly slow the car is just as much fun. It all adds up to feeling like a really well-engineered car with lots of thought as to how the owner will use and want to drive it. This first generation Tesla Model 3 has a slightly stiff ride – time will tell if that becomes a frustration – and there are also a few creaks around the cabin. But generally, the build quality of my China-built Model 3 seems good. We’re making good use of the twin wireless phone chargers at the front, the deep storage bin in the centre of the car, and the frunk under the bonnet has served us well on several trips to Tesco. I can already feel myself getting attached to my Tesla Model 3, regardless of those 27,000 miles on the clock. The car’s maximum claimed range, which I’ve yet to put to the test, is a very reasonable 360 miles. I look forward to seeing how realistic that is in my next update.
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Themus Fulks' 26 points helped Milwaukee defeat IU Indianapolis 88-81 on Sunday. Fulks also contributed five rebounds and five assists for the Panthers (10-4, 3-0 Horizon League). Kentrell Pullian scored 20 points while going 5 of 9 from the floor, including 4 for 7 from 3-point range, and 6 for 8 from the line. Erik Pratt shot 5 for 9, including 1 for 4 from beyond the arc to finish with 11 points. Sean Craig led the way for the Jaguars (5-10, 1-3) with 22 points, eight rebounds and four steals. Paul Zilinskas added 21 points and three steals for IU Indianapolis. Jarvis Walker finished with 12 points and four assists. Milwaukee's next game is Thursday against Oakland on the road. IU Indianapolis hosts Youngstown State on Wednesday. ___ The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by and data from . The Associated PressRALEIGH — Jackson Blake scored a power-play goal with 9:17 remaining to give Carolina the lead, and Jack Roslovic scored twice as the Hurricanes beat the New Jersey Devils 5-2 on Saturday night. Dmitry Orlov and Sebastian Aho also scored in Carolina’s four-goal third period. Dustin Tokarski had 21 saves to help the Hurricanes forge a split of the home-and-home on consecutive nights. Paul Cotter and Ondrej Palat scored for the Devils, who dropped a three-game winning streak. Jake Allen stopped 37 shots, but has gone more than a month without a victory. Carolina’s Rod Brind’Amour became the fastest coach to 300 wins in NHL history. It was the Hurricanes’ 488th game under Brind’Amour, who reached that mark in eight fewer games than Bruce Boudreau. New Jersey won 4-2 on Friday night at home. Devils: New Jersey was in range of notching a season-high four-game winning streak before the Hurricanes racked up three goals in about 11 minutes. The Devils allowed a total of two goals in its three previous games. Hurricanes: Carolina didn’t score until its 30th shot of the game on Orlov’s blast from the right circle with 30 seconds left in the second period. Defenseman Ty Smith made his Hurricanes debut against his former team with Shayne Gostisbehere out for the first time this season with an upper-body injury. New Jersey’s Timo Meier was called for a five-minute major and game misconduct after a center-ice hit on Hurricanes scoring leader Martin Necas (14 goals, 30 assists). Carolina took the lead on the ensuing power play. The teams split four meetings this season. The first three results came by 4-2 scores. The Devils play at the Anaheim Ducks on Tuesday, and the Hurricanes visit the Columbus Blue Jackets. Sent weekly directly to your inbox! Sports Editor {{description}} Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items.Libya commemorates the 73rd anniversary of its independence on Tuesday, December 24, a milestone overshadowed by the country's persistent political fragmentation . The day marks the 1951 declaration of independence by King Idris al-Senussi, following decades of Italian occupation and resistance led by the iconic Omar al-Mukhtar. King Idris's declaration from the Manar Palace in Benghazi, referencing a United Nations resolution, marked the culmination of a long struggle. The legacy of Omar al-Mukhtar is regularly evoked during Independence Day celebrations. Despite the shared historical significance, Libya's ongoing political division prevented a unified national observance. Both the rival governments in Tripoli and Benghazi declared December 24 an official holiday, issuing statements and receiving congratulatory messages from several heads of state.
An animal-rescue pilot died in a crash. 2 dogs aboard are recoveringMexico has been taking a bashing lately for allegedly serving as a conduit for Chinese parts and products into North America, and officials here are afraid a re-elected Donald Trump or politically struggling Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau could try to leave their country out of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada free trade agreement. Mexico’s ruling Morena party is so afraid of losing the trade deal that President Claudia Sheinbaum said Friday the government has gone on a campaign to get companies to replace Chinese parts with locally made ones. “We have a plan with the aim of substituting these imports that come from China, and producing the majority of them in Mexico, either with Mexican companies or primarily North American companies,” Sheinbaum said. While Sheinbaum claimed Mexico had been working on that effort since t he 2021 global supply chain crisis — when factories around the world were stalled by a lack of parts and particularly computer chips from Asia — it appears to be an uphill battle. Even the United States has faced big challenges in moving chip production back home despite billions in subsidies and incentives. Mexico gained tens of thousands of jobs when U.S. and foreign automakers moved their plants to Mexico under the free trade pact to take advantage of much lower wages. But the idea that Chinese parts — or even whole cars — could be piggybacking on that arrangement to further hollow out the U.S. auto industry has enraged some people north of the border. So Mexico is scrambling with private companies to get them to move parts production here. “Next year, God willing, we are going to start making microchips in Mexico,” Mexican Economy Secretary Marcelo Ebrard said on Thursday. “Of course they’re not yet the most advanced chips, but we are going to start producing them here.” Mexico’s nationalistic ruling party, which is normally very resistant to being seen as bending to U.S. demands, is scrambling in other ways, too. The ruling party is in the process of eliminating a half-dozen independent regulatory and oversight agencies that were established by former presidents. That includes the anti-monopoly, transparency and energy regulatory bodies. Together with reforms that will make all judges stand for election in Mexico, that has sparked concern in the U.S. and Canada. Countries are required under the agreement to have some independent agencies, in part to protect foreign investors. For example, they could prevent a government from approving a monopoly for a state-owned company that could force competitors out of the market. So ruling-party legislators are actually re-writing the proposed laws to exactly mimic the minimum accepted requirements under the trade accord. “What is being done is to create a reform so that its almost exactly equal to what exists in the United States, so we can clear that up,” Ebrard said. It’s all part of a very legalistic defense of the trade accord, signed in 2018 and approved in 2019. Mexico hopes the rules of the agreement would prevent the U.S. or Canada from simply walking away when the trade pact comes up for review in 2026. Experts agree, saying that totally abandoning the accord is unlikely. Gabriela Siller, director of economic analysis of the financial group Banco Base notes that if a country is dissatisfied with the trade agreement during the periodic reviews, like in 2026, there is a clause in the pact that says they can ask for a review each year to work out a solution, and keep doing that for a decade while the agreement remains in force. “That is, they wouldn’t be able to get out until 2036,” Siller said. “I think they will play hardball with Mexico in the 2026 review.” Like any marriage, when the pact no longer works for one party, it may still drag on for years but it’s death by a thousand cuts. C.J. Mahoney. who served as deputy U.S. trade representative in Trump’s first administration, said in a talk for the Texas-based Baker Institute in September that the United States probably wouldn’t end the trade agreement. But with growingly vocal critics of the pact it could hold up renewing it for years. “The costs of not renewing immediately are actually quite relatively low,” Mahoney said. “I think the inclination to just kick the can down the road will be pretty strong.” Because many companies won’t make big investments in production facilities without certainty, that could be a serious if not fatal blow to the pact. How much does Mexico actually buy from China? Mexican officials say they have fewer imports of Chinese parts and products than the United States does. But given the enormous size difference between the two countries’ economies, it is a true but weak argument. In July, the U.S. imposed tariffs on steel and aluminum shipped from Mexico that were made elsewhere, in an attempt to stop China from avoiding import taxes by routing goods through Mexico. It includes a 25% tariff on steel not melted or poured in Mexico and a 10% tariff on aluminum. Sen. Sherrod Brown, an Ohio Democrat, has called for stopping Mexican steel imports, saying “the alarming rise in Chinese steel and aluminum coming into the country through Mexico ... is unsustainable and a threat to American jobs, as well as our economy and national security.” In the end, Mexico may be forced to crack down on Chinese imports, but it won’t be easy. “Reducing the dependence on Chinese imports is not going to be achieved in the short or medium term,” said José María Ramos, a professor of public administration at the Colegio de la Frontera Norte in Tijuana.
The Indian government is set to honor the late former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh with a dedicated memorial space. This was confirmed by the Union Home Ministry in response to a request from the Congress party, conveyed to Singh's family and Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge. In its late-night announcement titled 'Facts of the matter regarding a memorial for Former Prime Minister Late Dr. Manmohan Singh,' the ministry detailed that space had been requested for Singh by the Congress chief. The decision was communicated promptly after a Cabinet meeting by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The decision comes as preparatory arrangements, such as the formation of a Trust and space allocation, are underway. Singh's cremation, set to take place at New Delhi's Nigambodh Ghat with full state honors, has sparked criticism from the Congress, which regards the delay in memorial arrangements as a slight against India's first Sikh prime minister. (With inputs from agencies.)Mexico alters its laws and removes Chinese parts to stay in North American free trade pactBiggest question: As Trump takes over as the 47th U.S President, what will his salary be? Here is a breakdown
TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), the world’s leading manufacturer of civil helicopters, secured approval from EASA authority, Argentina, Japan, and India for its improved empennage on all Robinson helicopter models. This follows the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) prior approval of the same configuration for the R66 in 2023 and R44 and R22 in 2024. The new empennage includes a symmetrical horizontal stabilizer and tailcone, is now standard on all newly manufactured Robinson helicopters. Since securing approval from the FAA, the company has delivered nearly 700 retrofit kits, in addition to about 250 new production aircraft with the new empennage. Robinson Helicopter is currently offering a retrofit kit for existing R22, R44, and R66 aircraft at a discounted rate of $3,600 USD through the end of December 2025. Horizontal stabilizers can be purchased through authorized dealers, service centers, or by calling Robinson Helicopter customer service. The symmetrical horizontal stabilizer is a key improvement that enhances the safety and performance of Robinson helicopters. By improving roll stability, particularly during high-speed flights, it contributes to a smoother and safer flight experience. Additionally, the symmetrical stabilizer helps reduce the right-rolling tendency when the aircraft is operated outside of the approved flight envelope. “This is a significant milestone in our commitment to continuous safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction around the world,” said David Smith, president and CEO of Robinson Helicopter Company. “This certification is a testament to our team’s tireless pursuit in enhancing the Robinson flying experience and setting new standards for safety and performance in the industry.” About Robinson Helicopter Company For more than 50 years, Robinson Helicopter Company has been at the forefront of the helicopter industry by delivering safety-enhancing technologies, including OEM-designed crash-resistant fuel cells, 4K cockpit video cameras, autopilot systems, and NVG-compatible cockpits. Robinson is committed to developing, manufacturing, and supporting the most reliable and efficient helicopters in the industry. For additional information, visit www.robinsonheli.com . Contact: Robyn E. Eagles Robyn.eagles@robinsonheli.com 323-547-5102 Photos accompanying this announcement are available at: https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/97e6f39f-6622-4025-bce0-525932cca657 https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/03fc0ff4-fd26-4c7b-a23d-41f34c25d5a0 https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/be56e968-42b5-41df-b62a-a17690dc55f0 This press release was published by a CLEAR® Verified individual.Injuries pile up, 49ers uncertain QB Brock Purdy can return SundaySAN FRANCISCO , Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Carlsquare announced its role as exclusive financial advisor to Boomi, the intelligent integration and automation leader jointly owned by Francisco Partners and TPG, on its acquisition of Rivery, an advanced data integration provider offering cutting-edge Change Data Capture (CDC) for real-time, efficient data movement. Founded with a mission to streamline data management, Rivery enables organizations to deploy data pipelines efficiently by utilizing ELT capabilities. With its innovative solutions, Rivery has established itself as a leader in simplifying data management through real-time data integration and advanced CDC technology. The acquisition represents a significant milestone for Boomi as it accelerates its vision to simplify data management, allowing customers to consolidate on fewer vendors and address evolving data management needs in the age of data-driven decision-making and AI. "This acquisition marks an important milestone for Boomi as we expand our platform to address the evolving data management needs of businesses in the age of data-driven decision-making and AI. Carlsquare's expertise and dedication through the entire process was a critical success element. Their deep understanding of the automation and data sectors enabled them to be true champions of our success," said Steve Lucas , Chairman and CEO of Boomi. Susan Blanco , Managing Partner at Carlsquare, added, "Boomi's acquisition of Rivery underscores the growing importance of advanced data integration solutions. We are proud to have delivered an exceptional outcome for Boomi and its stakeholders as they continue to lead in the intelligent integration and automation space." About Boomi: Boomi is the intelligent integration and automation leader, helping organizations around the world streamline critical processes to achieve business outcomes faster. The Boomi Enterprise Platform harnesses advanced AI capabilities to seamlessly connect systems and manage data flows with API management, integration, data management, and AI orchestration in one comprehensive solution. For more information, visit www.boomi.com . 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Are you tracking your health with a device? Here’s what could happen with the dataThe first trailer for James Gunn’s Superman is here and, wow. It’s a lot. There’s not much in the way of talking but the two minute-plus trailer is robust in terms of tone, character, and setting. Below, we break down who’s who , what’s what, speculate, and see what little teases Gunn has in store along the way. Here’s our breakdown of the first trailer for Superman . The trailer starts in a snowy field when an object flies in from the sky and crashes into the ground. This is Superman (David Corenswet) and he’s messed up. Breathing heavy, bloodied, this is not what we’re used to seeing from the character. He’s basically indestructible, is he not? How did this happen? Now, if you read our report from the set of the film, Gunn said that Superman starts in the middle of a massive battle. Then, io9 spoke to Gunn at a recent event where he confirmed these scenes are from the very beginning of the movie. That’s quite the twist, is it not? This isn’t him being beaten up in the climax of the film. It’s where everything starts. Busted-up Superman is intercut with scenes of his alter ego, Clark Kent, entering the Daily Planet. Again, from our set report we know this exterior was filmed in Cleveland, Ohio, the birthplace of Superman. But in this film, as you can see from the plaque, it’s Metropolis. Upstairs at the Daily Planet, we meet Lois Lane (Rachel Brosnahan) and also get a glimpse of Jimmy Olsen (Skyler Gisondo). On screen, you see Annalisa Cochrane (Cobra Kai) though it’s unclear if she’s a news anchor or an actress on TV. Either way, it’s a bustling newsroom. After a few close-ups of Lois and Clark, which show more of a friendship than anything else, the trailer moves to the Kent farm, which has cows roaming in the front yard. There we see Clark with his Earth father, Jonathan (Pruitt Taylor Vince). What’s interesting about this shot is that Clark doesn’t have the glasses. He looks more like he does as Superman. Maybe this speaks to the true Clark/Superman that only a few people know, like his parents. All this still is intercutting with Superman bloodied in the snow. Back there he whistles, and a figure runs through the powder. It’s Krypto, Superman’s dog! First introduced in 1955 as a companion of Superboy, and originally conceived as a one-off character by creators Otto Binder and Curt Swan, Krypto’s immediate popularity saw him become a staple of Superman’s adventures ever since, and helped inspire a legion of super-pets in his wake. “Krypto. Home,” Superman says. “Take me home.” So he gives Krypto a sniff of his cape and off the two go. Also, by the way, where did Krypto get his cape? Does his origin fit into this? We don’t know. And, again, all this stuff with Krypto and Superman in the snow is from the BEGINNING of the movie. What could’ve gotten Superman so badly? Here’s where things kick into high gear. First, we see Superman save a girl from some kind of explosion of gas tanks. The explosion comes during a massive kaiju battle. You can see the monster’s foot in the back here, and in full form later. We think, but are just speculating, that this fight might be the one that starts the movie and beats him up so badly. The next several shots focus on Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult). First, he sees Superman whiz by and turns around while rocking an earpiece. That cuts to this image of Lex’s building and company in the film, Luthorcorp. You can see him as a tiny speck on the bridge below the first “R.” This next shot is curious. It’s Lex, again, who seems interested and even confused by a seemingly normal-looking revolver. We know from our chat with Gunn that Lex is a master of technology in this movie. So much so he’s basically a “sorcerer.” Why is he so perplexed and fascinated by a gun that would fit in an old Western? Kryptonite bullets possibly? That’s followed by Superman punching out of some kind of glass enclosure. It looks like it’s part of a larger building and, juxtaposed after several shots of Lex and Luthorcorp, the assumption is it’s something inside that building. Plus, at the VERY beginning of the shot, you see there are other people around him. Fellow prisoners? We don’t know. From there, the trailer cuts to a foreign country where war is being waged. A young man heroically lifts a flag with Superman’s symbol on it and prays for Superman to come and save him. Later in the trailer, it’s revealed this is a border war in Boravia, a fictional country in the DC universe. Boravia is also a classic Siegel-Schuster creation, having first appeared in the second issue of Superman in 1939, almost always defined by being in a state of perpetual internal conflict. How it fits into the story we don’t know, but it does speak to Superman being a global hero in this DC Universe. He’s not just saving people in Metropolis. It’s everywhere. Maybe the people of Metropolis are angry at Superman for saving people around the world, though, because the next section of the trailer focuses on angry mobs letting Superman have it. They’re throwing things. Screaming at him. And he’s taking it. Plus, you can see that his suit has been considerably dirtied up. He’s been in quite a battle. People are pissed! And it’s weird that Superman would be able to find refuge in this lobby, is it not? Unless it was somewhere friendly. This is the lobby of Stagg Industries, another reference to DC Comics. In the comics, its owner Simon Stagg is the one behind Rex Mason’s transformation into the character of Metamorpho, who we’ll soon see in the trailer. Whether or not that’s still the case here, is unclear. So we have dejected Superman, standing the lobby of Stagg, who is then joined by several heroes. The first is Guy Gardner (Nathan Fillion). One of several humans to have become a member of the Green Lantern Corps, Guy—and his infamous haircut—first appeared in the late ’60s as the “backup” Lantern of Sector 2814 to Hal Jordan. We know Guy will also make an appearance in the Lanterns TV series , set to feature two of the other most famous human Green Lanterns: Hal Jordan and John Stewart. And, you can see in that shot he’d joined by Hawkgirl, played by Madame Web ‘s own Isabela Merced. You can briefly get a glimpse of Mister Terrific in a quick shot too, but more on him later. The trailer gives Hawkgirl a nice hero shot through. Hawkgirl has had many different iterations in the comics over the years, so we’re not quite sure which version of her we’re getting here. We then see a much better shot of the mystery kaiju Superman was fighting and saving that girl from. Looks pretty scary. After a shot of Superman floating in that fire, things get even steamier. First up, we get this shot of Superman and Lois. And I say “Superman” specifically because you can track how Lois treats Superman one way and Clark the other. There’s something there, but they are just getting close. Nothing more. Also—it’s that weird ball of energy that was in the first promo shot of the film. We still have no idea what that is but we think it might be from near the end of the movie. Okay, so that’s Lois and Superman. Here’s Lois and Clark. And they’re fully making out. So are Clark and Lois dating but she doesn’t know he’s Superman? I mean, come on. You’re a smart woman, Lois! He sure looks like Superman, does he not? Gunn did say their relationship in the film is unlike anything we’ve ever seen in a superhero movie so, surely there’s more to it than that. Moving along, this is a fascinating one. Here we see Superman sad about the death of a robot. It also appears this takes place in the Fortress of Solitude, which hasn’t been featured at all in this trailer so far. (The next shot after this, however, is the Fortress coming out of the ground so—yes, it’s in there.) It’s unclear who the robot is though and some have speculated it’s Kelex, a Kryptonian service robot who once served Jor-El before surviving the destruction of Krypton and becoming the caretake of the Fortress. If it’s not Kelex, the cape and the general Superman-esque color scheme on the robot could be a nod to one of the film’s major comics inspirations, All-Star Superman , which saw a whole host of robotic Supermen assist Clark in maintaining the Fortress of Solitude. That’s then followed by our first look at Metamorpho played by Barry’s Anthony Carrigan. Again, Metamorpho was created by Stagg in the comics, after he sent Rex Mason to go investigate the mysterious radioactive meteorite known as the Orb of Ra, knowing the object could irrevocably transform Rex after he caught him in a relationship with his daughter, Sapphire. Okay, now things really kick into high gear with lots of very quick cuts. First up, buildings toppling over like dominos. Possibly from the kaiju fight? Either way, a very cool image. And maybe I’m seeing things but does the top of that last building look a little green to you? Lex Luthor is PISSED. And injured. And not in his Luthorcorp building, it seems, because it looks more gold than silver. There’s a lot going on in this next image so check it out and then we’ll break it down. First of all, whoever is watching this (unclear) owns a Luthorcorp TV (interesting). Again, we’re seeing more footage from the conflict glimpsed earlier, properly confirmed as Boravia here. Which, from earlier in the trailer, we know is hoping for Superman’s help. In fact, it might even be the same kid. Also, the channel is GBS News. The “G” in there isn’t an “M” so it’s probably not Metropolis. Someone might be watching this from Gotham City. We next see Superman trying to hold up a building, Krypto dragging him in the snow (both from scenes earlier in the trailer), and then someone, we think Metamorpho, smashing a wall. That’s followed by a battle in a baseball stadium (which Major League Baseball confirmed was shot in the Cleveland Guardians stadium). Earlier in the trailer it doesn’t look like Metamorpho is wearing a suit but, clearly, this person is. Is it Metamorpho? He could certainly be a challenge for Superman. Or is it someone else? Someone in a suit Lex has developed perhaps? Either way, the grounds crew for the Metropolis Meteors is gonna have a hell of a cleanup. Finally, we get our best glimpse yet at Mister Terrific, played by For All Mankind ‘s Edi Gathegi. Mister Terrific—this is more clearly the Michael Holt version of the character, introduced back in 1997, frequently a prominent member of the Justice Society of America—is one of Gunn’s favorite characters, which is why he’s in the movie. Gunn also revealed he’s the leader of this group of heroes that’ll be beside Superman in the movie. The shot continues to reveal more about him. Mister Terrific doesn’t have powers beyond his own high technical skill and smarts, which he has used to develop tech to help him be a hero, mainly, his T-Spheres, which you see here. It seems also as if, in context of the movie, Mister Terrific is protecting Lois Lane from gunfire (maybe on assignment in Boravia?) with Jimmy Olsen (kneeling right) in tow. Why are these people shooting at a journalist? Where is Superman? There’s Superman. And he’s kissing Lois in mid-air. Before, we saw her kissing Clark so we’re guessing this is from later in the movie when she realizes the two are one. A gorgeous shot though, in some sort of old building that certainly fits in with the kind of classic architecture we’ve seen in Metropolis elsewhere in the film. And just like that... Superman flies off. But not before the two stars share a warm embrace (with that weird sky thing still looming in the background). Now, throughout this whole trailer, there have also been title cards. Let’s recap those for a second. “From James Gunn, director of the Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy, this summer, it begins.” That’s followed by a ton of footage and then the release date, July 11. Finally, this. That’s where the title of the movie should go, not the studio logo. But we never are explicitly told this is Superman . This is DC Studios. A few things here. First, Superman is the first film in the new DC Universe, and the kick-off of what DC Studios has to offer. So this trailer isn’t just for Superman , it’s for the entire studio and universe. We asked Gunn about the decision. “It just felt good,” he said. “We had made these trailers and they did all this testing and I was like... I believe in testing. I believe in the testing process, and we’ve already tested Superman . But it’s also like, you have to go with your gut and what feels right ... [and it] seems like it worked.” Gunn also told us that the Engineer, another key DC Comics character who is in the movie, IS in this trailer. We didn’t spot her, but maybe you can? And finally, Gunn added that this trailer was specifically crafted to evoke the emotions of the movie. “There was only one thing that was on the forefront of my mind [and] that was the trailer has to be an authentic representation of what the film is,” Gunn said. “It doesn’t have to have every single element that’s in the film, obviously, but it has to show what is the basic essence of the movie and the story we’re telling. And I think that it does that.” If the movie is as good as this trailer, we’re in for a treat. Superman opens July 11.A Georgia town's unusual law requires every household to own a firearm, a decades-old ordinance that has sparked ongoing debate, with some saying, "I don't care if you don't like guns, it's the law." In 1982, the City Council in Kennesaw, Georgia, enacted a law mandating gun ownership for all heads of households, except those with specific exemptions like religious beliefs or felony convictions, BBC reported. The move was a direct response to Morton Grove, Illinois, becoming the first U.S. city to ban gun ownership, aiming to serve as both a crime deterrent and a political counterstatement. Over the years, the law shaped Kennesaw's identity, earning it the nickname "Gun Town USA" while simultaneously causing some locals embarrassment. Today, Kennesaw's gun law remains technically in effect but is largely unenforced. Officials like Mayor Derek Easterling emphasize that the ordinance isn't about promoting lawlessness or forcing compliance. Despite this, residents remain divided. Some, like local gun shop owner James Rabun, see it as a cultural touchstone and good for business. Additionally, Blake Weatherby, a groundskeeper at the Kennesaw First Baptist Church, believes the law is a statement of protection that helps keep violent crimes at bay. "It's the attitude behind the guns here in Kennesaw that keep the gun crimes down, not the guns," Weatherby said. "It doesn't matter if it's a gun or a fork or a fist or a high heel shoe. We protect ourselves and our neighbors." Others, including longtime locals and city council members, view it as an outdated relic. Despite the ordinance's minimal enforcement, its legacy endures in Kennesaw's culture and public perception.
Adversaries open third front against IndiaZebra Technologies' chief accounting officer sells $75,979 in stock( MENAFN - IANS) Amritsar, Dec 30 (IANS) Samyukt Kisan Morcha chief Sarwan Singh Pandher on Monday urged the Punjab government not to "misuse" its power against the farmers and instead support them in their fight pushing their demands. Farmers in Punjab staged a statewide shutdown, 'Punjab Bandh,' on Monday, significantly impacting road and rail traffic between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. The bandh, organised by Samyukt Kisan Morcha (Non-Political) and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha, is part of ongoing protests at Shambhu and Khanauri border points since February 13. The farmers were stopped by security forces during their march to Delhi, prompting a push for their longstanding demands, including a legal guarantee for Minimum Support Price (MSP) for crops. Speaking with IANS, Sarwan Singh Pandher emphasised the strong support for the bandh, stating, "Three crore Punjabis have joined this protest, and around 95-97 per cent of the traffic across Punjab is halted. At Golden Gate, langar was organised from 5:00 a.m. to support the cause. Reports indicate roadblocks at multiple locations in Amritsar." Highlighting their demands, Pandher said, "The MSP guarantee is essential for the country's economy and the health of its farmers. Our demands also include loan waivers, 200 days of work under NREGA, daily wages of Rs 700 for labourers, and implementation of the Fifth Schedule of the Constitution." "This is not just about farmers; it's about shopkeepers facing losses due to online businesses, privatisation of education and healthcare, and other issues," he added. Pandher criticised the Punjab government, urging it to support the farmers instead of misusing police forces, referencing past incidents like the Behbal Kalan firing. "The Punjab government should not misuse the police. Punjab government should stand with the farmers," he said. "Unless farmers and labourers nationwide unite, the government will not fulfil our demands. Punjabis are united today, putting immense pressure on the Modi government," he added. Prominent farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, 67, has been on a fast-unto-death at the Khanauri border since November 26 to push for the fulfilment of these demands. The bandh has caused significant disruptions to transportation and public services. The bus services across Punjab have been suspended. The Punjab Road Transport Corporation (PRTC) halted operations between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., with private bus operators suspending services statewide from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in support of the bandh. Government and private institutions across the state remained closed during the bandh hours while emergency services continued to operate. Several groups, including traders, transporters, employee unions, toll plaza workers, ex-servicemen, sarpanches, teachers' unions, and social organisations, extended their support to the farmers' cause. Protest organisers clarified that emergency situations, such as medical emergencies, weddings, or funerals, would not be hindered. Provisions were also made for individuals travelling to airports for jobs or services. MENAFN29122024000231011071ID1109040155 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.
Sebastian Zapeta, 33, who federal immigration officials said is a Guatemalan citizen who entered the US illegally, was arraigned in Brooklyn criminal court. He appeared briefly before a judge and wore a white jumpsuit over a weathered black hooded sweatshirt. He did not speak. He will remain jailed ahead of his next court date on Friday. The apparently random attack occurred on Sunday morning on a stationary F train at the Coney Island station in Brooklyn. Police said on Tuesday that identification of the victim was still “pending at this time”. Authorities say Zapeta approached the woman, who was sitting motionless in the train car and may have been sleeping, and used a lighter to set her clothing on fire. The woman quickly became engulfed in flames, while the suspect then sat at a bench on the subway platform and watched, according to police. Video posted to social media appeared to show the woman standing inside the train ablaze as some people look on from the platform, and at least one officer walks by. NYPD chief of transit Joseph Gulotta said that several officers had responded to the fire and one stayed to keep the crime scene “the way it’s supposed to be” while the others went to get fire extinguishers and transit workers. They were eventually able to douse the fire, but “unfortunately, it was too late”, Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said — the woman was pronounced dead at the scene. During Zapeta’s court hearing on Tuesday, Assistant District Attorney Ari Rottenberg said Zapeta at one point fanned the flames on the woman using his shirt. He said a 911 call from a subway rider helped identify Zapeta. Mr Rottenberg added that under interrogation Zapeta claimed he did not know what happened, noting that he consumes alcohol. But he alleged that Zapeta identified himself to interrogators in images related to the attack. Zapeta was taken into custody on Sunday afternoon while riding a train on the same subway line after police got a tip from some teenagers who recognised him from images circulated by the police. A Brooklyn address for Zapeta released by police matches a shelter that provides housing and substance abuse support. The shelter did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Federal immigration officials said Zapeta had been previously deported in 2018 but at some point reentered the US illegally. The crime — and the graphic video of it that ricocheted across social media — deepened a growing sense of unease among some New Yorkers about the safety of the subway system in a city where many residents take the subway multiple times each day.S&P/TSX composite rises on morning of Christmas Eve, U.S. stock markets also up
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