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Around the holidays, many of us yearn for the nostalgic feeling of sitting at that cozy kitchen table where we grew up, hanging out with relatives gathered together to celebrate. And if you’re thinking “if only I could reverse time,” know that you can! Comfort food gifts us the power to return in spirit to those simpler days. With each luscious bite, we can feel wrapped in a blanket of nourishing memories. At Nashville Social Club, we’re all about dishing up a sense of warmth and belonging. From the feeling you get walking through our door, to how you can taste the difference love makes when food is prepared with care and intention — “Grandma-style.” We also believe that not all comfort food has to be heavy. We regularly hear from guests how grateful they are that the modern twist of many of our dishes makes them lighter, healthier and accommodates gluten-free, plant-based and other specially tailored eating styles while still delivering oodles of flavor. Today’s recipe harkens back to a childhood tradition that has been enjoyed by folks in all regions of the states, not just the South. Executive Chef Matt Farag, has taken a traditional Fried Bologna Sandwich and given it a cool boost that has become one of our more popular items on our lunch menu. Who knew the key to this simple, yet sensational sandwich, would be smoky bologna that is sliced a little thicker (available at deli counters) and the magical addition of potato chips in the sandwich itself, not on the side. Of course, we would love for you to come and relish this sandwich here with us at lunchtime, so you can experience first-hand what earned Nashville Social Club nine Best of Carson City awards this year. If not, our Fried Bologna Sandwich is a simple recipe that can be prepared at home while you create nurturing memories at your own kitchen table. Fried Bologna Sandwich Makes one sandwich. Multiply as needed. Ingredients 2 slices country bread 2-3 1/4-inch (or thicker) slices bologna (Sliced at grocer’s deli. Remove ring on outside of the slice.) Gem lettuce leaves, washed and patted dry 2 slices juicy red tomato Thinly sliced red onion to taste Kettle Potato Chips Mayo (don’t skimp) 2 Tablespoons butter Instructions: In a cast iron pan (if available), melt butter and fry bologna slices on each side, until golden brown. After frying, place on a paper towel to soak up the extra butter. Place bread slices in same cast iron pan (without wiping) and toast one side of each slice. Remove from pan, spread mayo on non-toasted sides, then layer with lettuce, tomato, onion, bologna and enough potato chips to generously cover the bologna. Top with the other bread slice, and smash down a bit to cut in half. ENJOY! Nashville Social Club is located at 1105 S. Carson St. Call 775-515-0020 to learn more.None
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump has nvited Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend his inauguration next month — extending a diplomatic olive branch even as Trump threatens to levy massive tariffs on Chinese goods. Trump's incoming press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, confirmed on Thursday that Trump invited Xi, but said it was “to be determined” if the leader of the United States' most significant economic and military competitor would attend. In fact it seems unlikely. Xi is likely to see the invitation as too risky to accept, and the gesture from Trump may have little bearing on the increasingly competitive ties between the two nations as the White House changes hands, experts say. Danny Russel, vice president for international security and diplomacy at the Asia Society Policy Institute, said Xi would not allow himself to “be reduced to the status of a mere guest celebrating the triumph of a foreign leader — the U.S. president, no less.” Still, Leavitt saw it as a plus. “This is an example of President Trump creating an open dialogue with leaders of countries that are not just our allies, but our adversaries and our competitors too,” she said in an appearance on Fox News' program ”Fox & Friends." “We saw this in his first term. He got a lot of criticism for it, but it led to peace around this world. He is willing to talk to anyone and he will always put America’s interest first.” CBS News first reported the invitation to Xi. Asked at a Chinese Foreign Ministry briefing on Thursday about Trump's invitation, spokesperson Mao Ning responded: “I have nothing to share at present.” Leavitt said that other foreign leaders have also been invited, but did not provide any details. The move by Trump to invite a leader of an adversarial nation to the American moment that is Inauguration Day is unorthodox. But it also squares with his belief that foreign policy—much like a business negotiation—should be carried out with carrots and sticks to get the United States' opponents to operate closer to his administration's preferred terms. Jim Bendat, a historian and author of “Democracy’s Big Day: The Inauguration of Our President,” said he was not aware of a previous U.S. inauguration attended by a foreign head of state. “It's not necessarily a bad thing to invite foreign leaders to attend,” Bendat said. “But it sure would make more sense to invite an ally before an adversary.” Edward Frantz, a presidential historian at the University of Indianapolis, said the invitation helps Trump burnish his “dealmaker and savvy businessman” brand. “I could see why he might like the optics," Frantz said. “But from the standpoint of American values, it seems shockingly cavalier." White House officials said it was up to Trump to decide whom he invites to the inauguration. “I would just say, without doubt it's the single most consequential bilateral relationship that the United States has in the world,” White House national security spokesman John Kirby said. “It is a relationship both fraught with peril and responsibility.” Trump on Thursday during an appearance at the New York Stock Exchange , where he was ringing the opening bell to open the market, said he’s been “thinking about inviting certain people to the inauguration” without referring to any specific individuals. “And some people said, ‘Wow, that’s a little risky, isn’t it?’” Trump said. “And I said, ‘Maybe it is. We’ll see. We’ll see what happens.’ But we like to take little chances.” Meanwhile, a top aide to Hungarian President Viktor Orban, one of Trump's most vocal supporters on the world stage, said Thursday that Orban isn't slated to attend the inauguration. “There is no such plan, at least for the time being," said Gergely Gulyás, Orban's chief of staff. The nationalist Hungarian leader is embraced by Trump but has faced isolation in Europe as he's sought to undermine the European Union's support for Ukraine, and routinely blocked, delayed or watered down the bloc’s efforts to provide weapons and funding and to sanction Moscow for its invasion. Orban recently met with Trump at Mar-a-Lago. Every country's chief of mission to the United States will also be invited, according to a Trump Inaugural Committee official who was not authorized to comment publicly and spoke on condition of anonymity. The Xi invitation comes as Trump has threatened to enact massive tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China to get those countries to do more to reduce illegal immigration and the flow of illegal drugs such as fentanyl into the United States. He has said that, on his first day in office in January, he would impose 25% tariffs on all goods imported from Mexico and Canada and that China could be hit with even higher tariffs. China produces precursor chemicals used in the production of fentanyl, but Beijing has stepped up efforts over the last year to crack down on the export of the chemicals. “We’ve been talking and discussing with President Xi, some things, and others, other world leaders, and I think we’re going to do very well all around,” Trump said in a CNBC interview Thursday. Xi during a meeting with President Joe Biden last month in Peru urged the United States not to start a trade war. “Make the wise choice,” Xi cautioned. “Keep exploring the right way for two major countries to get along well with each other.” Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has also pushed back on Trump's threats, warning such a tariffs move would be perilous for the U.S. economy as well. Trudeau earlier this week said that Americans “are beginning to wake up to the real reality that tariffs on everything from Canada would make life a lot more expensive” and said he will retaliate if Trump goes ahead with them. Trump responded by calling Canada a state and Trudeau the governor. In addition to the tariff dispute, U.S.-China relations are strained over other issues, including what U.S. officials see as Beijing indirectly supporting Russia's war on Ukraine. The Biden administration says China has supported Russia with a surge in sales of dual use components that help keep its military industrial base afloat. U.S. officials also have expressed frustration with Beijing for not doing more to rein in North Korea's support for the Russian war. China accounts for the vast majority of North Korea’s trade. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has dispatched thousands of troops to Russia to help repel Ukrainian forces from the Kursk border region. The North Koreans also have provided Russia with artillery and other munitions, according to U.S. and South Korean intelligence officials. Trump’s Jan. 20 inauguration takes place a day after the U.S. deadline for ByteDance, the Chinese parent company of social media giant TikTok, to sell the social media app or face a ban in the United States. — Associated Press writers Didi Tang in Washington and Balint Domotor in Budapest, Hungary, contributed reporting.One of the most bizarre pieces of news doing the rounds relates to a certain crypto-entrepreneur who paid $6.2 million for a banana that was taped to a wall. Here’s where today’s world–crypto included–begins to get crazy. The $6.2 million bought Mr. Sun neither the banana nor the duct tape on display at the auction. All he was able to acquire was a ‘certificate of authenticity’ and a set of instructions for how to assemble the artwork after he bought his own banana and duct tape from the market. One of the most bizarre pieces of news doing the rounds relates to a certain crypto-entrepreneur who paid $6.2 million for a banana that was taped to a wall. The entrepreneur in question is the Chinese-born founder of the cryptocurrency platform Tron, Justin Sun. Curiously, Justin Sun had been charged by the US Securities and Exchange Commission last year over fraud and other securities law violations. Mr. Sun ate the banana on Friday, the 29th of November, at an event in Hong Kong. The event had happened amid the crypto boom that seems to have gathered pace with the coming of Donald Trump’s second term at the President of the United States of America. In less than a month from Trump’s election victory, the Bitcoin has already been surging to record highs. Mr.Sun ate the banana to mark his purchase of Maurizio Catalan’s “Comediian”. Comedian is a 2019 artwork by Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan. Created in an edition of three, it appears as a fresh banana affixed to a wall with duct tape. As a work of conceptual art, it consists of a certificate of authenticity with detailed diagrams and instructions for its proper display. Number two of the limited edition of three was sold to cryptocurrency entrepreneur Justin Sun for $6.2 million. Mr. Sun used crypto to meet the $6.2 million payment for the artwork. Here’s where today’s world–crypto included–begins to get crazy. The $6.2 million bought Mr. Sun neither the banana nor the duct tape on display at the auction. All he was able to acquire was a ‘certificate of authenticity’ and a set of instructions for how to assemble the artwork after he bought his own banana and duct tape from the market. Welcome to the crypto crazed world. CRYPTO WORLD GONE BANANAS? The new Bitcoin highs that are happening post the Trump triumph have come on the back of its halving earlier this year. Halving is simply the price of Bitcoin slashed down by half. Halving is an event that happens every four years, something that was decided by an anonymous creator—alias Sakashi Nakamoto—over a decade ago. Why four years, why at all, and why half, are questions the answers to which nobody knows, and going by the reporting available, nobody even wants to know. Today the Bitcoin, which is the largest digital currency going by market capitalization, is valued at over four-hundred-and-seventy-billion dollars. And Bitcoin is just one in an ever growing ‘cryptospehere’. DIGITAL CURRENCY GONE BANANAS This is a world whose existence is detached from the real world—which dwells in the atmosphere—in a space it calls: the Cryptosphere. This universe deals with things that aren’t tangible, that few understand, that nobody knows the origins of. A world whose system of controls, checks, and measures are obscure if not completely non-existent, and one which despite all its shortcomings trades in billions of dollars. Crypto currencies are developed/produced, and managed with a source code—part of its cryptography—which is a result of extremely complex algorithms derived from extremely advanced mathematical and computer engineering principles. It’s not called ‘crypto’ for nothing, the word coming from ‘cryptic’, which means mysterious, and obscure. This is where the boondoggling begins. Legally the bitcoin is not treated as a currency, but as an article of property. And as a property it is legal in most parts of the world. But with this property you can buy jewellery, air travel tickets, even landed property, to name a few. Deceived enough yet? There’s more...much. Those who buy this currency are not asked for identity, they are identified with codes in order to maintain secrecy—the kind of thing that happens (used to happen) in banks located in places like Switzerland, and the Cayman Islands. Curiously, that was deemed criminal by most nations around the real globe. In order to understand this conundrum, you’ll have to begin by calling it legal deception of the hypocritical kind. The cryptic terminologies continue throughout the crypospherical space. The guys who manage this system, and the trade that happens in it, are called ‘miners’. The register they maintain of the traders, and the goods traded, is called the ‘blockchain’, which in turn consists of ‘wallets’ and ‘private keys’: these are codes of whole numbers between 1 and 78 (The Riddler be damned!). Even the limit to the number of bitcoins that can ever exist, or be produced, has been predetermined—yes, over a decade ago—and this is where the plot really begins to become cabalistic. It is twenty-one million (the logic to the figure would be algorithmic, therefore beyond understanding of any kind whatsoever). If that wasn’t maddening enough, the death of the bitcoin has also been predetermined, and it will happen in the year 2140. After that miners will only earn in transaction fees. Ponder that and you’ll figure out what the etymologists meant when they coined ‘esoteric’. Think of the movie, Hunger Games, and place it in the world of stocks and currencies, and what you may get is something that somewhat resembles the cryptosphere. TRUTH OF THE BANANA CRYPTO-VERSE 1. Bitcoin mining emitted over 85.89 Mt of CO2 during the 2020–2021 period. The greenhouse gas emissions of Bitcoin mining alone could be sufficient to push global warming beyond the Paris Agreement’s goal of holding anthropogenic climate warming below 2 degrees Celsius. 2. Even after piling the system up with all the complex mathematics and computer engineering algorithms, hundreds of millions of dollars worth of bitcoins have been stolen from it till date (google ‘Mt. Gox collapse of 2014’, and you’ll be introduced to another snare in this conspiracy of the arcane). This was accomplished by another sect of robbers in the cyber cabala: the hackers. Different from the more mysterious—on account of being legal, accepted, and snobbish—sect (in the same cabala) they miraculously managed to rob: the cryptographers. While one world, today, is grappling with two wars, rising prices (bananas included), job losses, climate change...there is another that is oblivious of all realities relating to life and death. This one revels in its mystery, and anonymity, and worries over bananas of a completely different kind. Click for more latest Biz news . Also get top headlines and latest news from India and around the world at News9. Amit Ranjan Kumar is an Executive Editor with NEWS9 Plus. He is a producer and director with 25 years of experience in the creative space in India and the APAC markets.Article content Odds are, you’ve seen — or maybe even worn — a pair of running shoes lately. Since launching 14 years ago, the Swiss brand has gone from being a favourite for runners in the know, to an option for anyone looking for innovation and performance from their active wear. and celebrity support has undoubtedly helped spur this popularity. We caught up with Dan Schade, general manager of On Americas, to learn more about the buzzy brand. On is a premium global sportswear brand. We create products that are rooted in innovation and performance and inspire people to move, including footwear, apparel and accessories. Founded in 2010 in Switzerland, On was created with the goal to revolutionize the sensation of running and bring something entirely new to runners around the world. Since then, we have expanded our innovations to include performance footwear, apparel and accessories for running, outdoor, training, all-day activities and tennis. Our target customer is anyone who enjoys movement. Whether you are a professional athlete, just kicking off your running journey, or making your mark on the tennis court, On is built on a shared love of movement. Each partnership and collaboration at On is about more than just a project. For On, it’s about connecting with like-minded individuals who inspire movement in every sense of the word and also have an authentic connection and love for our brand. Whether it’s Zendaya or Roger Federer, On is inspired by the people and brands who align with our values. Zendaya was an organic fan of On and we had seen her wearing our sneakers over the past few years. We were inspired by how she stays true to her beliefs by advocating for physical and mental well-being along with her passion for connecting with communities, both things that are very core to On’s DNA. So when we saw an opportunity to collaborate with her, we jumped on it. We are excited to see what the future holds. Our partners are also more than just ambassadors or spokespeople, they play a crucial and active role in brand decisions. With our partnership with Roger Federer, for example, he brought in his unique experience to help take tennis product development, marketing and fan experiences to new levels. The partnership was built on a mutual love for On’s products and shared passion for innovation and design. We also partner with athletes all over the world to ensure their input is incorporated into every aspect of our products, from the design to the technical specifications. In a way, we do not design product; we design how an athlete feels. Hellen Obiri, for instance, was an integral part of our newest Cloudboom Strike LS, the first shoe to feature our LightSpray technology. Hellen was the first woman to win the Boston Marathon back-to-back in nearly two decades, and she wore our shoe in the Paris Olympics, where she took home bronze. Our most notable launch of the year is , a high performance upper technology crafted by a revolutionary single-step manufacturing process. LightSpray ultralight uppers are sprayed — not built — by an automated robotic arm at our On Labs in Zurich. The process reduces CO2 emissions, paving the way for a circular future and faster, localized manufacturing. LightSpray is set to revolutionize performance uppers in the same way On CloudTec transformed midsoles, introducing a completely new design esthetic and feel. Not only that, but it has the potential to revolutionize all kinds of wearable products in the sportswear industry. The Cloudboom Strike LS is the first On shoe made with LightSprayT technology. The ultrathin LightSpray upper is precision-made for support, adaptable to the foot, seamless, and lace-free, resulting in an exceptionally lightweight, high-performance shoe weighing just 170g. To learn more about our story, products, technology and mission, visit
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ATLANTA (AP) — Kara Dunn scored a season-high 28 points, Dani Carnegie had her career high with 24 points, and No. 13 Georgia Tech rolled past Pittsburgh 100-61 on Sunday. Dunn made 10 of 14 shots and 7 of 8 free throws to go with seven rebounds and three assists. Carnegie, a freshman who averages 14.5 points per game off the bench, made 9 of 16 shots, including 4 of 11 3-pointers. Georgia Tech made 11 of 19 shots (58%) in the first quarter and broke out to a 31-18 lead. The Yellow Jackets led 53-28 at halftime after Dunn scored 20 points, 13 in the first quarter. For the half, she made 7 of 10 shots and went 5 for 5 from the free-throw line. A 10-0 run in the third quarter pushed Georgia Tech's lead to 77-43 and the Yellow Jackets held the Panthers to four free throws over the final 3 1/2 minutes of the period. Tech's largest lead was 42 points after a 3-pointer by Chazadi Wright with 4 1/2 minutes left in the game. Wright finished with 16 points and Tonie Morgan had 15 points and eight assists. Pitt (8-7, 0-2 ACC) was led by Khadija Faye with 22 points. Brooklynn Miles scored 11 and Aislin Malcolm had 10. At 14-0 overall (2-0 ACC), Georgia Tech is chasing the highest ranking in program history. The Yellow Jackets reached No. 11 in the Associated Press poll on Feb. 7, 2022. Georgia Tech hosts Syracuse on Thursday. Pitt plays at No. 14 Duke on Jan. 5. ___ Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP women’s college basketball: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-womens-college-basketball-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/womens-college-basketball
Trudeau Meets Trump in Florida to Strengthen US-Canada Ties Amid Trade, Security ConcernsNoneWEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump has nvited Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend his inauguration next month — extending a diplomatic olive branch even as Trump threatens to levy massive tariffs on Chinese goods. Trump's incoming press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, confirmed on Thursday that Trump invited Xi, but said it was “to be determined” if the leader of the United States' most significant economic and military competitor would attend. In fact it seems unlikely. Xi is likely to see the invitation as too risky to accept, and the gesture from Trump may have little bearing on the increasingly competitive ties between the two nations as the White House changes hands, experts say. Danny Russel, vice president for international security and diplomacy at the Asia Society Policy Institute, said Xi would not allow himself to “be reduced to the status of a mere guest celebrating the triumph of a foreign leader — the U.S. president, no less.” Still, Leavitt saw it as a plus. “This is an example of President Trump creating an open dialogue with leaders of countries that are not just our allies, but our adversaries and our competitors too,” she said in an appearance on Fox News' program ”Fox & Friends." “We saw this in his first term. He got a lot of criticism for it, but it led to peace around this world. He is willing to talk to anyone and he will always put America’s interest first.” CBS News first reported the invitation to Xi. Asked at a Chinese Foreign Ministry briefing on Thursday about Trump's invitation, spokesperson Mao Ning responded: “I have nothing to share at present.” Leavitt said that other foreign leaders have also been invited, but did not provide any details. The move by Trump to invite a leader of an adversarial nation to the American moment that is Inauguration Day is unorthodox. But it also squares with his belief that foreign policy—much like a business negotiation—should be carried out with carrots and sticks to get the United States' opponents to operate closer to his administration's preferred terms. Jim Bendat, a historian and author of “Democracy’s Big Day: The Inauguration of Our President,” said he was not aware of a previous U.S. inauguration attended by a foreign head of state. “It's not necessarily a bad thing to invite foreign leaders to attend,” Bendat said. “But it sure would make more sense to invite an ally before an adversary.” Edward Frantz, a presidential historian at the University of Indianapolis, said the invitation helps Trump burnish his “dealmaker and savvy businessman” brand. “I could see why he might like the optics," Frantz said. “But from the standpoint of American values, it seems shockingly cavalier." White House officials said it was up to Trump to decide whom he invites to the inauguration. “I would just say, without doubt it's the single most consequential bilateral relationship that the United States has in the world,” White House national security spokesman John Kirby said. “It is a relationship both fraught with peril and responsibility.” Trump on Thursday during an appearance at the New York Stock Exchange , where he was ringing the opening bell to open the market, said he’s been “thinking about inviting certain people to the inauguration” without referring to any specific individuals. “And some people said, ‘Wow, that’s a little risky, isn’t it?’” Trump said. “And I said, ‘Maybe it is. We’ll see. We’ll see what happens.’ But we like to take little chances.” Meanwhile, a top aide to Hungarian President Viktor Orban, one of Trump's most vocal supporters on the world stage, said Thursday that Orban isn't slated to attend the inauguration. “There is no such plan, at least for the time being," said Gergely Gulyás, Orban's chief of staff. The nationalist Hungarian leader is embraced by Trump but has faced isolation in Europe as he's sought to undermine the European Union's support for Ukraine, and routinely blocked, delayed or watered down the bloc’s efforts to provide weapons and funding and to sanction Moscow for its invasion. Orban recently met with Trump at Mar-a-Lago. Every country's chief of mission to the United States will also be invited, according to a Trump Inaugural Committee official who was not authorized to comment publicly and spoke on condition of anonymity. The Xi invitation comes as Trump has threatened to enact massive tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China to get those countries to do more to reduce illegal immigration and the flow of illegal drugs such as fentanyl into the United States. He has said that, on his first day in office in January, he would impose 25% tariffs on all goods imported from Mexico and Canada and that China could be hit with even higher tariffs. China produces precursor chemicals used in the production of fentanyl, but Beijing has stepped up efforts over the last year to crack down on the export of the chemicals. “We’ve been talking and discussing with President Xi, some things, and others, other world leaders, and I think we’re going to do very well all around,” Trump said in a CNBC interview Thursday. Xi during a meeting with President Joe Biden last month in Peru urged the United States not to start a trade war. “Make the wise choice,” Xi cautioned. “Keep exploring the right way for two major countries to get along well with each other.” Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has also pushed back on Trump's threats, warning such a tariffs move would be perilous for the U.S. economy as well. Trudeau earlier this week said that Americans “are beginning to wake up to the real reality that tariffs on everything from Canada would make life a lot more expensive” and said he will retaliate if Trump goes ahead with them. Trump responded by calling Canada a state and Trudeau the governor. In addition to the tariff dispute, U.S.-China relations are strained over other issues, including what U.S. officials see as Beijing indirectly supporting Russia's war on Ukraine. The Biden administration says China has supported Russia with a surge in sales of dual use components that help keep its military industrial base afloat. U.S. officials also have expressed frustration with Beijing for not doing more to rein in North Korea's support for the Russian war. China accounts for the vast majority of North Korea’s trade. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has dispatched thousands of troops to Russia to help repel Ukrainian forces from the Kursk border region. The North Koreans also have provided Russia with artillery and other munitions, according to U.S. and South Korean intelligence officials. Trump’s Jan. 20 inauguration takes place a day after the U.S. deadline for ByteDance, the Chinese parent company of social media giant TikTok, to sell the social media app or face a ban in the United States. — Associated Press writers Didi Tang in Washington and Balint Domotor in Budapest, Hungary, contributed reporting.
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Incoming U.S. president Donald Trump is brushing off Ontario’s threat to restrict electricity exports in retaliation for sweeping tariffs on Canadian goods, as the province floats the idea of effectively barring sales of American alcohol. On Wednesday, Premier Doug Ford said Ontario is contemplating restricting electricity exports to Michigan, New York state and Minnesota if Trump follows through on a threat to impose a 25 per cent tariff on imports from Canada. “That’s OK if he that does that. That’s fine,” Trump told American network CNBC when asked Thursday about Ford’s remarks on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. “The United States is subsidizing Canada and we shouldn’t have to do that,” Trump added. “And we have a great relationship. I have so many friends in Canada, but we shouldn’t have to subsidize a country,” he said, claiming this amounts to more than US$100 billion annually in unspecified subsidies. Meanwhile, an official in the Ford government says it’s considering restricting the Liquor Control Board of Ontario from buying American-made alcohol. The province says the Crown agency is the largest purchaser of alcohol in the world. The province also says it could restrict exports of Canadian critical minerals required for electric-vehicle batteries, and bar American companies from provincial procurement. Ford doubled down Thursday on the idea of cutting off energy exports. The province says that in 2013, Ontario exported enough energy to power 1.5 million homes in those three states. “It’s a last resort,” Ford said. “We’re sending a message to the U.S. (that if) you come and attack Ontario, you attack livelihoods of people in Ontario and Canadians, we are going to use every tool in our tool box to defend Ontarians and Canadians. Let’s hope it never comes to that.” Ontario Energy Minister Stephen Lecce said the province would rather have co-operation with the U.S., but has mechanisms to “end power sale into the U.S. market” the day Trump takes office on Jan. 20. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith ruled out following suit. “Under no circumstances will Alberta agree to cut off oil and gas exports,” she said. “Our approach is one of diplomacy, not threats.” Michael Sabia, president and CEO of Hydro-Québec, said “it’s not our current intention” to cut off Quebec’s exports to Massachusetts or New York state, but he conceded it might be possible. “Our intention is to respect those contracts, both because they’re legally binding, but also because it’s part of, in our view, a sound relationship with the United States,” he said. “It’s a questionable instrument to use in a trade conflict.” Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew would not directly say whether Manitoba would threaten to withhold hydroelectric exports. “We are preparing our list and starting to think through what those options should look like,” he said. “I’m not going to make specific news today about items that we’re looking at.” Kinew added that some premiers felt retaliatory measures wouldn’t work in a call Trudeau held Wednesday. Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Andrew Furey said “we have no interest in stopping” the export of energy to the U.S., adding that a trade war would hurt both countries. “We hope it is just bluster; we’re preparing as if it is not,” he said. Canada supplies more oil to the U.S. than any other country. About 60 per cent of U.S. crude oil imports are from Canada, and 85 per cent of U.S. electricity imports as well. Canada sold $170 billion worth of energy products last year to the U.S. It also has 34 critical minerals and metals the Pentagon is eager for. Trump has threatened to impose a 25 per cent tax on all products entering the United States from Canada and Mexico unless they stem the flow of migrants and drugs. Canadian officials have said it is unfair to lump Canada in with Mexico. U.S. customs agents seized 43 pounds of fentanyl at the Canadian border last fiscal year, compared with 21,100 pounds at the Mexican border. Canada since has promised more border security spending to address Trump’s border concerns. Ford said that will include more border and police officers, as well as drones and sniffer dogs. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 12, 2024. — With files from The Associated Press, Liam Casey in Toronto, Lisa Johnson in Edmonton and Steve Lambert in Winnipeg. Dylan Robertson, The Canadian Press
WALTHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec 6, 2024-- Vicarious Surgical Inc. (“Vicarious Surgical” or the “Company”) (NYSE: RBOT, RBOT WS), a next-generation robotics technology company seeking to improve lives by transforming robotic surgery, today announced the pending departure of William Kelly, its Chief Financial Officer (CFO), to pursue other career opportunities, after nearly four years of dedicated service with the Company. Mr. Kelly has served as Vicarious Surgical’s CFO since January 2021. He will assist the Company to ensure minimal disruption and a successful transition of responsibilities prior to his departure, which is slated for January 2, 2025. “On behalf of the Company and Board, I want to extend my sincerest gratitude to Bill for his significant contribution over the last few years,” said Adam Sachs, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer. “Bill has been an incredible asset to Vicarious Surgical, and we wish him all the best in his future endeavors.” Mr. Kelly added “My tenure at Vicarious Surgical has been a period of significant progress and accomplishment, both for the Company and for me personally. I am deeply grateful for the opportunities I have been afforded and the collaborative spirit of the entire team. I depart with immense pride in our collective achievements and unwavering confidence in the Company's continued success under its strong leadership.” The Company has initiated a CFO succession process and will provide updates as appropriate. About Vicarious Surgical Founded in 2014, Vicarious Surgical is a next generation robotics company, developing a unique disruptive technology with the multiple goals of substantially increasing the efficiency of surgical procedures, improving patient outcomes, and reducing healthcare costs. The Company’s novel surgical approach uses proprietary human-like surgical robots to virtually transport surgeons inside the patient to perform minimally invasive surgery. The Company is led by an experienced team of technologists, medical device professionals and physicians, and is backed by technology luminaries including Bill Gates, Vinod Khosla’s Khosla Ventures, Innovation Endeavors, Jerry Yang’s AME Cloud Ventures, Sun Hung Kai & Co. Ltd and Philip Liang’s E15 VC. The Company is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts. Learn more at www.vicarioussurgical.com . Forward-Looking Statements This press release includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The company’s actual results may differ from its expectations, estimates, and projections and, consequently, you should not rely on these forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. All statements other than statements of historical facts contained herein, are forward-looking statements that reflect the current beliefs and expectations of management. These forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties that could cause the actual results to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements. Most of these factors are outside Vicarious Surgical’s control and are difficult to predict. Factors that may cause such differences include, but are not limited to: the ability to maintain the listing of Vicarious Surgical’s Class A common stock on the New York Stock Exchange; the approval, commercialization and adoption of Vicarious Surgical’s initial product candidates and the success of its single-port surgical robot, called the Vicarious Surgical System, and any of its future product candidates and service offerings; changes in applicable laws or regulations; the ability of Vicarious Surgical to raise financing in the future; the success, cost and timing of Vicarious Surgical’s product and service development activities; the potential attributes and benefits of Vicarious Surgical’s product candidates and services; Vicarious Surgical’s ability to obtain and maintain regulatory approval for the Vicarious Surgical System, and any related restrictions and limitations of any approved product; the size and duration of human clinical trials for the Vicarious Surgical System; Vicarious Surgical’s ability to identify, in-license or acquire additional technology; Vicarious Surgical’s ability to maintain its existing license, manufacture, supply and distribution agreements; Vicarious Surgical’s ability to compete with other companies currently marketing or engaged in the development of products and services that Vicarious Surgical is currently marketing or developing; the size and growth potential of the markets for Vicarious Surgical’s product candidates and services, and its ability to serve those markets, either alone or in partnership with others; the pricing of Vicarious Surgical’s product candidates and services and reimbursement for medical procedures conducted using its product candidates and services; the company’s estimates regarding expenses, revenue, capital requirements and needs for additional financing; Vicarious Surgical’s financial performance; economic downturns, political and market conditions and their potential to adversely affect Vicarious Surgical’s business, financial condition and results of operations; Vicarious Surgical’s intellectual property rights and its ability to protect or enforce those rights, and the impact on its business, results and financial condition if it is unsuccessful in doing so; and other risks and uncertainties indicated from time to time in Vicarious Surgical’s filings with the SEC. Vicarious Surgical cautions that the foregoing list of factors is not exclusive. The company cautions readers not to place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made. Vicarious Surgical does not undertake or accept any obligation or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements to reflect any change in its expectations or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based. View source version on businesswire.com : https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241206242926/en/ CONTACT: Investors Kaitlyn Brosco Vicarious Surgical Kbrosco@vicarioussurgical.com Media Inquiries media@vicarioussurgical.com KEYWORD: MASSACHUSETTS UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: MEDICAL SUPPLIES TECHNOLOGY OTHER HEALTH HEALTH ROBOTICS HEALTH TECHNOLOGY OTHER TECHNOLOGY MEDICAL DEVICES HOSPITALS SURGERY HARDWARE SOURCE: Vicarious Surgical Inc. Copyright Business Wire 2024. 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Nearly 15,000 people lined Gainsborough Road in the pouring rain to take in the 16th Hyde Park Santa Claus parade and support a great cause. With a sports theme to this year’s parade, floats were decorated with hockey nets, basketball hoops and local soccer, hockey and baseball teams were taking part. Leading the way as the Grand Marshall was London Majors legend, Cleveland Brownlee. “This city has done for so much for me, and to allow me to walk in the Hyde Park Parade, this is nothing short of amazing,” said Brownlee. “This is just like being on the field on a Friday night.” London Majors legend Cleveland Brownlee was the Grand Marshall for the annual Hyde Park Santa Claus Parade in London, Ont. on Nov. 23, 2024. (Brent Lale/CTV London) Brownlee, who moved from Georgia to London in 2010 to play for the Majors, has been a community supporter since day one. “I always believe in giving back because I came from a place where a lot of people didn't give back,” said Brownlee. “I just always wanted to grow up and once I made something of myself, I wanted to give back to the community as best I could. So, I do a lot of volunteering with the London Abuse Women's Centre, London housing, kids’ baseball, all kind of community events and the Business Cares Food Drive is coming up soon. All little things like that, just to help a community that has opened its arms for me.” The slugger just completed his 14th season with the Majors. It was a combination of his community service and excellent play on the field, which made him a perfect choice to lead the parade. “The Lions say we serve and why do we serve? We serve to make the world around us a better place,” said Rob Harbottle, past president of the Hyde Park Lions Club (HPLC). “Cleveland does just that.” Members of the Hyde Park Lions Club (HPLC) and Rob and Tracy’s NoFrills walked the route collecting essential supplies for the North London Food Bank. “We do this to collect food for the food bank, but it has evolved into a giant community event where everyone not only collects food, we collect toys, we collect boots and other supplies,” said Harbottle. Thousands of families endured the heavy rain to take in the annual Hyde Park Santa Claus Parade in London, Ont. on Nov. 23, 2024 (Brent Lale/CTV News London) Last year, they collected 2,430 pounds of food and more than $10,000 in cash. 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