nice view synonym One of the most important issues for Congress next year is tax reform. The main changes in Donald Trump’s 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act were legislated to expire at the end of 2025. If the law is extended, as Trump and many Republicans would like, federal revenue will be reduced by $4 trillion or more over the next decade. Budget deficits would surge and the outlook for public debt would shift from bad to dire. This is not the only threat to fiscal prudence. During his campaign, Trump promised a variety of further tax cuts, such as lowering the corporate rate from 21 percent to 15 percent, and exempting tips and overtime pay from income tax. His plan to raise tariffs, supposing it takes effect, would make barely a dent in the revenue shortfall but would throttle economic growth. It’s all too plausible that Democrats and Republicans in Congress will strike a deal that combines an extended Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and other tax cuts with higher spending on transfers and other outlays. Public debt already stands at roughly 100 percent of gross domestic product. It’s on track to exceed 120 percent by 2034, even if the tax bill is allowed to expire and Congress enacts no new spending programs. Any so-called compromise that lowers taxes and raises spending is a formula for imminent breakdown. One consolation is that the tax law’s scheduled expiration puts reform back on the legislative agenda. Another is that Scott Bessent, Trump’s nominee for Treasury secretary, might be a moderating influence, as many investors hope. Ideally, Congress and the administration would undertake a thorough review aiming to broaden the tax base, close loopholes, simplify the code, and encourage work and investment. It’s been 40 years since the last such comprehensive reform, which quickly unraveled. Another ambitious effort is long overdue. Even a relatively modest package could move the tax structure in the right direction while, crucially, starting to get borrowing back under control. Given the dual need to improve the system and raise revenue, parts of the tax law are worth preserving — and indeed expanding. Most notably, the law simplified the code for most taxpayers while broadening the base by increasing the standard personal deduction and narrowing the scope of itemized deductions. These changes should be taken further. For instance, rather than capping the deduction for state and local taxes, eliminate it; cut the deduction for mortgage interest and plan, over time, to phase it out. To make the system fairer, close notorious loopholes such as the treatment of unrealized capital gains at death. It’s essential to strike a balance that promotes growth while raising revenue. So increase the tax rate on corporate profits to 25 percent from 21 percent — still lower than pre-Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and roughly in line with other countries — while allowing more generous treatment of investment spending and full expensing of outlays on research and experimentation. The net effect would be unambiguously pro-growth. The cuts in personal tax rates were the costliest part of the tax bill, and they should be allowed to expire. That, together with a judicious narrowing of deductions and other improvements, would raise overall revenue. Such changes wouldn’t solve the fiscal problem at a stroke, but they’d help. Is such a deal politically realistic? There’d be no disguising that this kind of reform, in the aggregate, constitutes higher taxes. That’s simply unavoidable. Efforts to control spending are essential, but demographic pressure, vital public investments and the growing cost of national defense make it certain that curbing deficits will have to rely, in large part, on greater revenue. For too many years, Washington has resolved to ignore this reality. Sooner or later, the bill will come due — and the longer Congress delays, the bigger it will be.When Tom Thibodeau spent much of his postgame news conference Tuesday repeating a mantra of “just worried about Charlotte” to nearly every question, you could believe him. He’d gone through this just days earlier. Last Friday, the Knicks faced a depleted Hornets squad in Charlotte to finish off a five-game road trip and barely managed a one-point victory. That’s why Thibodeau will never allow himself to look ahead. Sometimes warnings fall on deaf ears, though, and the Knicks found themselves down by 13 points minutes into Thursday night’s game against the Hornets at Madison Square Garden. With that, the wake-up call was activated — one that Thibodeau hopes lasts longer than this night. First it was Jalen Brunson dragging them back into the game with 19 of his 24 points in the first quarter. Josh Hart took over in the second quarter with 14 of his 18 points. OG Anunoby scored 15 of his 25 points in the third quarter as the Knicks turned that early deficit into a 28-point lead in their 125-101 win. The fourth quarter? Karl-Anthony Towns, who pulled down 16 rebounds, had 12 of his 27 points. Mikal Bridges finished with 19. “I think we put ourselves in a hole in the first quarter,” Brunson said. “ . . . And then the beginning of the second half is how we should have started the game. We came out with a lot of energy defensively, got stops and easy baskets, and that’s that.” Even as they pulled away in this game, the Knicks demonstrated why nothing is taken for granted. Brunson collided with Charlotte’s Nick Richards in the third quarter, taking a hard shot to his right side in the hip area. He remained in the game for only a few more minutes before going to the locker room with 2:39 left in the third. When the period ended, his father, assistant coach Rick Brunson, went to the locker room, too. The younger Brunson finally emerged with 6:29 left in the game, returning to the bench with a wrap around his torso. He was listed as available. “I feel amazing,” he said. “I’ll see how I feel tomorrow. And that’s it.” The Knicks didn’t need to push Brunson back onto the floor as they dominated the second half, outscoring Charlotte 38-16 in the third quarter to put the game out of reach. Anunoby had a sequence in the third quarter in which he swatted a shot deep into the stands behind the Knicks’ bench and, on the same possession, swatted another shot into the stands on the other side of the basket, drawing chants of “O-G” from the crowd. “I think we just came out, we executed better,” Towns said. “We made shots more difficult for them and we got turnovers, and the turnovers, we translated that to offense. “So they’re a really good team over there. A young team, very talented, they present a lot of problems and, you know, just at halftime, we were able to get more disciplined and execute at a higher level.” This was the latest test for the Knicks — not of how they measure up to the best in the NBA, but of how they can take advantage of a stretch of the schedule that is stocked with winnable games. The Knicks easily handled depleted New Orleans and dominated a solid Orlando team to start the month. They have won nine of their last 11 games to move to 14-8, and there is reason to believe they can keep it going. Thibodeau may not want to do it, but we can look at the schedule and see that in December, the Knicks have an advantageous series of games that can position them for the postseason. According to NBA.com’s strength-of-schedule rankings, the Knicks have the easiest schedule in the league this month — at least before figuring in the NBA Cup schedule, which to this point has provided only a quarterfinal matchup with the Atlanta Hawks next Wednesday. The Knicks have only one back-to-back set and face eight teams below .500 and five with winning records (Orlando again, Minnesota, San Antonio and the Cup game against Atlanta). “I think we all look at the schedule,” Hart said. “I think, one, just out of curiosity, we want to know what the month entails. We have enough teams that have struggled so far, but at the end of the day, those teams, they’re all good players that are here for a reason, so we can’t sit here and take anyone too lightly . . . When you give guys life, opposing teams life, sometimes that’s the worst thing you can do.’’ Notes & quotes: Cam Payne was held out of the game with what the team called left elbow effusion . . . Precious Achiuwa made his regular-season debut after suffering a strained hamstring in the preseason. He played 12 minutes, scoring two points and grabbing four rebounds, and was greeted with an ovation when he reported to the scorer's table for the first time. “It means a lot to me,” he said. “Obviously, New York is very dear to my heart. So just being able to go out there and hearing the crowd, it meant a lot to me. Definitely watching from the sideline has been very tough, but just being out there and knowing that the crowd is behind me throughout the whole process has been very reassuring.” Steve Popper covers the Knicks for Newsday. He has spent nearly three decades covering the Knicks and the NBA, along with just about every sports team in the New York metropolitan area.

Furthermore, the ongoing efforts to optimize trade infrastructure and logistics have also been instrumental in enhancing the competitiveness of China's foreign trade sector. By investing in modernizing ports, improving transportation networks, and streamlining customs procedures, China has been able to enhance the efficiency, speed, and reliability of its trade operations. These infrastructure upgrades have not only reduced trade costs and improved supply chain resilience but have also boosted China's attractiveness as a trade partner and investment destination.REGINA — Premier Scott Moe’s government followed through on two fall election promises Thursday, passing bills on tax relief and the carbon levy. One bill, the Saskatchewan Affordability Act, will reduce personal income taxes and save an average family of four more than $3,400 over four years. The other continues to exempt residents from paying federal carbon levies for home heating, estimated to save about $480 next year for the average family. “This important legislation will enhance Saskatchewan’s status as the most affordable place in Canada to live, work, raise a family and start a business,” Finance Minister Jim Reiter told the assembly as the bills passed third and final reading. “However, our people are not immune to the cost-of-living pressures that are facing all Canadians.” The affordability act includes a tax credit for first-time homebuyers, along with a credit for home renovations that would provide savings of up to $420 per year. It also keeps the small business tax rate at one per cent while doubling benefits for families to put their children in sports and arts. Speaking to the carbon levy legislation, Crown Investments Minister Jeremy Harrison told the assembly it ensures unelected officials at SaskEnergy, the Crown gas utility, are protected from potential legal action for withholding the levy from Ottawa. He said the legislation lets the province remain the sole registered distributor of natural gas throughout 2025 and beyond. Saskatchewan has not remitted carbon levies to the federal government in the past year, arguing it should be exempt after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced a carve-out for heating oil. The federal government has said it has since reached a deal with Saskatchewan over the issue by securing 50 per cent of what was owed until the dispute is resolved. Opposition NDP Leader Carla Beck said her party supports both bills because they offer some help. But she said Moe’s government needs to do more. She told reporters Moe could suspend the 15-cent-a-litre provincial tax on gasoline and remove the provincial tax on ready-to-eat grocery items like rotisserie chickens and granola bars. “We are going to continue to fight and bring forth issues Saskatchewan people expect us to deliver on,” Beck said. The Opposition introduced two emergency motions Thursday that failed after government members rejected them. In its first motion, the NDP urged for an investigation into high food prices in northern Saskatchewan, where 27 cases of scurvy were found within the last six months. Scurvy is caused by severe vitamin C deficiency, with symptoms including fatigue, joint pain and loss of teeth. Moe told reporters he’s working with northern communities to address the issue and that federal policies need changing to reduce food prices. Beck said the province must also step up. The Opposition’s second motion called for former Saskatchewan Party backbencher Gary Grewal to testify after the conflict-of-interest commissioner found he breached rules when his hotels did business with the government. Last year, the NDP found one of Grewal's hotels raised rates for a social services client after the ministry started paying the bill. The commissioner had ruled it would be up to legislative assembly to impose a penalty on Grewal, who did not seek re-election. Moe said Grewal is now a private citizen. “I don’t know the last time, under any government, that a private citizen has been summoned to appear before a committee or the legislature,” he said. Also Thursday, the province introduced legislation it says would give police more powers to seize street weapons, including knives, swords, machetes, body armour, explosive devices and bear spray. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 5, 2024. Jeremy Simes, The Canadian PressMETAIRIE, La. (AP) — If Saints interim coach Darren Rizzi has any definite ideas about who'll play quarterback for New Orleans against Washington on Sunday, he's not ready to share that information. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * METAIRIE, La. (AP) — If Saints interim coach Darren Rizzi has any definite ideas about who'll play quarterback for New Orleans against Washington on Sunday, he's not ready to share that information. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? METAIRIE, La. (AP) — If Saints interim coach Darren Rizzi has any definite ideas about who’ll play quarterback for New Orleans against Washington on Sunday, he’s not ready to share that information. Rizzi maintained on Wednesday that there’s still a chance that Derek Carr could clear the concussion protocol and function well enough with his injured, non-throwing left hand to return against the Commanders. Meanwhile, reserve QBs Jake Haener and Spencer Rattler split first-team snaps during Wednesday’s practice, which Carr missed, Rizzi said. “We’re not going to name a starter right now,” said Rizzi, who also made a point of noting that Carr would not be placed on the club’s injured reserve list and would not need surgery. “We’re going to see how that progression plays out, first with Derek and then obviously with Jake and Spencer.” Carr, whose latest injury occurred when he tried to dive for a first down during Sunday’s 14-11 victory over the New York Giants, has already missed three starts this season because of a separate, oblique injury. New Orleans lost all three of those games, with Rattler, a rookie, starting and Haener, a second-year pro, serving as the backup. In his three starts, Rattler completed 59 of 99 passes (59.6%) for 571 yards, one TD and two interceptions. Haener has gotten sporadic work this season in relief of both Carr and Rattler, completing 14 of 29 passes (48.3%) for 177 yards and one TD without an interception. Rizzi said he finds the 6-foot-1 Haener and 6-foot Rattler “very similar in a lot of ways,” adding that whichever of those two might play “doesn’t change a whole bunch” in terms of game-planning. “They’re both similar-size guys. Their athletic ability is very similar,” Rizzi said. “They’re similar-style quarterbacks. We’re not dealing with opposites on the spectrum.” The Saints also signed another QB this week — Ben DiNucci — to help take scout team snaps at practice, now that Rattler and Haener are not as available to do that while competing to possibly start if Carr is indeed unable to play. The Saints (5-8) have won three of four games since Rizzi took over following the firing of coach Dennis Allen. That allowed New Orleans to remain alive in the NFC South Division, currently led by Tampa Bay (7-6). Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. Rizzi said Carr has not had any setbacks this week in terms of progressing through the NFL’s concussion protocol. “By the end of the week, if’s he’s not able to get any reps in any form or fashion, then obviously we’ll go with one of the other guys,” Rizzi said. NOTES: RB Alvin Kamara did not practice on Wednesday because of an illness. ... WR Chris Olave, who is out indefinitely because of concussions this season, has returned to meetings at Saints headquarters. He as not, however, made plans to return to practice yet because he still plans to meet first with neurological specialists to try to assess the risks of returning to action during what’s left of this season. Rizzi said the possibility of Olave playing again this season remains “on the table” for now. ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFL Advertisement AdvertisementThe clash between Juventus and Manchester City is not just about two teams facing off on the field; it is also a battle between two tactical masterminds in Max Allegri and Pep Guardiola. Both managers are known for their attention to detail, strategic approach, and ability to adapt to different situations. The tactical battle between these two coaching geniuses will be a key factor in determining the outcome of this highly anticipated matchup.

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The incident took place at the border crossing point, where a routine inspection of incoming packages led to the unexpected discovery. The terror ants, known for their aggressive behavior and destructive nature, were carefully concealed within the sugary coating of the lollipops, making them almost impossible to detect at first glance.NEW YORK (AP) — Police don't know who he is, where he is, or why he did it. As the frustrating search for UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson’s killer got underway for a fifth day Sunday, investigators reckoned with a tantalizing contradiction: They have troves of evidence, but the shooter remains an enigma. One conclusion they are confident of, however: It was a targeted attack , not a random one. They know he ambushed Thompson at 6:44 a.m. Wednesday as the executive arrived at the Hilton for his company’s annual investor conference, using a 9 mm pistol that resembled the guns farmers use to put down animals without causing a loud noise. They know ammunition found near Thompson’s body bore the words “delay,” “deny” and “depose,” mimicking a phrase used by insurance industry critics . The fact that the shooter knew UnitedHealthcare group was holding a conference at the hotel and what route Thompson might take to get there suggested that he could possibly be a disgruntled employee or client, NYPD Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny said. Over the weekend, police divers were seen searching a pond in Central Park, where the killer fled after the shooting. Officers have been scouring the park for days for any possible clues and found his backpack there Friday. They didn’t immediately reveal what, if anything, it contained but said it would be tested and analyzed. Early Sunday afternoon, police declined to comment on the contents of the backpack, or on the results of the search in the pond, saying no updates were planned. The bag’s apparent manufacturer did not immediately respond to questions from The Associated Press. Investigators have urged patience, saying the process of logging evidence that stands up in court isn’t as quick as it looks like on TV . Hundreds of detectives are combing through video recordings and social media, vetting tips from the public and interviewing people who might have information, including Thompson’s family and coworkers and the shooter’s randomly assigned roommates at the Manhattan hostel where he stayed. Investigators caught a break when they came across security camera images of an unguarded moment at the hostel in which he briefly showed his face. Retracing the gunman’s steps using surveillance video, police say, it appears he left the city by bus soon after the shooting outside the New York Hilton Midtown. He was seen on video at an uptown bus station about 45 minutes later, Kenny said. With the high-profile search expanding across state lines, the FBI announced late Friday that it was offering a $50,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction, adding to a reward of up to $10,000 that the NYPD has offered. Police say they believe the suspect acted alone. Police distributed the images to news outlets and on social media but so far haven’t been able to ID him using facial recognition — possibly because of the angle of the images or limitations on how the NYPD is allowed to use that technology, Kenny said. Late Saturday, police released two additional photos of the suspected shooter that appeared to be from a camera mounted inside a taxi. The first shows him outside the vehicle and the second shows him looking through the partition between the back seat and the front of the cab. In both, his face is partially obscured by a blue, medical-style mask.

Charles Schwab Investment Management Inc. increased its holdings in First Financial Bankshares, Inc. ( NASDAQ:FFIN – Free Report ) by 3.8% in the third quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The firm owned 1,701,180 shares of the bank’s stock after acquiring an additional 62,538 shares during the quarter. Charles Schwab Investment Management Inc. owned about 1.19% of First Financial Bankshares worth $62,961,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. Several other large investors have also added to or reduced their stakes in the stock. Strategic Financial Concepts LLC boosted its holdings in shares of First Financial Bankshares by 3,632.9% during the 2nd quarter. Strategic Financial Concepts LLC now owns 2,992,894 shares of the bank’s stock valued at $884,000 after buying an additional 2,912,718 shares in the last quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP lifted its position in First Financial Bankshares by 5.4% during the 2nd quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP now owns 2,556,205 shares of the bank’s stock valued at $75,482,000 after acquiring an additional 130,361 shares during the period. Bank of New York Mellon Corp boosted its stake in First Financial Bankshares by 1.1% during the second quarter. Bank of New York Mellon Corp now owns 1,375,856 shares of the bank’s stock worth $40,629,000 after acquiring an additional 15,473 shares in the last quarter. Natixis Advisors LLC grew its holdings in First Financial Bankshares by 37.5% in the third quarter. Natixis Advisors LLC now owns 613,381 shares of the bank’s stock worth $22,701,000 after purchasing an additional 167,433 shares during the period. Finally, Mutual of America Capital Management LLC increased its stake in shares of First Financial Bankshares by 43.2% during the third quarter. Mutual of America Capital Management LLC now owns 393,902 shares of the bank’s stock valued at $14,578,000 after purchasing an additional 118,830 shares in the last quarter. Institutional investors own 69.78% of the company’s stock. First Financial Bankshares Stock Down 0.8 % FFIN opened at $41.68 on Friday. The stock has a market capitalization of $5.96 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 28.74 and a beta of 0.78. The firm has a 50 day moving average price of $38.62 and a 200-day moving average price of $34.92. First Financial Bankshares, Inc. has a twelve month low of $25.99 and a twelve month high of $44.66. First Financial Bankshares Announces Dividend The company also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, January 2nd. Shareholders of record on Friday, December 13th will be issued a $0.18 dividend. This represents a $0.72 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 1.73%. The ex-dividend date is Friday, December 13th. First Financial Bankshares’s dividend payout ratio is 49.66%. Wall Street Analyst Weigh In A number of brokerages have issued reports on FFIN. Stephens lifted their price objective on First Financial Bankshares from $37.00 to $40.00 and gave the company an “equal weight” rating in a research note on Friday, October 18th. Hovde Group increased their target price on First Financial Bankshares from $34.50 to $40.00 and gave the company a “market perform” rating in a research note on Monday, October 21st. Finally, Truist Financial boosted their price target on First Financial Bankshares from $39.00 to $40.00 and gave the stock a “hold” rating in a research note on Friday, September 20th. Get Our Latest Stock Analysis on FFIN Insiders Place Their Bets In other news, Director Michael B. Denny sold 7,000 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction dated Thursday, November 7th. The shares were sold at an average price of $41.12, for a total transaction of $287,840.00. Following the completion of the sale, the director now owns 101,085 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $4,156,615.20. This represents a 6.48 % decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through this link . Insiders own 4.22% of the company’s stock. First Financial Bankshares Profile ( Free Report ) First Financial Bankshares, Inc, through its subsidiaries, provides commercial banking products and services in Texas. The company offers checking, savings and time deposits; automated teller machines, drive-in, and night deposit services; safe deposit facilities, remote deposit capture, internet banking, mobile banking, payroll cards, funds transfer, and performing other customary commercial banking services; securities brokerage services; and trust and wealth management services, including wealth management, estates administration, oil and gas management, testamentary trusts, revocable and irrevocable trusts, and agency accounts. 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Intech Investment Management LLC purchased a new position in shares of WSFS Financial Co. ( NASDAQ:WSFS – Free Report ) in the third quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm purchased 15,222 shares of the bank’s stock, valued at approximately $776,000. Several other institutional investors have also recently made changes to their positions in WSFS. International Assets Investment Management LLC increased its stake in shares of WSFS Financial by 5,000.0% in the 3rd quarter. International Assets Investment Management LLC now owns 918 shares of the bank’s stock valued at $47,000 after purchasing an additional 900 shares in the last quarter. GAMMA Investing LLC lifted its stake in WSFS Financial by 40.5% in the 2nd quarter. GAMMA Investing LLC now owns 1,023 shares of the bank’s stock worth $48,000 after purchasing an additional 295 shares in the last quarter. Innealta Capital LLC acquired a new position in shares of WSFS Financial during the 2nd quarter worth approximately $114,000. SG Americas Securities LLC purchased a new stake in shares of WSFS Financial in the third quarter valued at approximately $127,000. Finally, Ascent Group LLC purchased a new stake in WSFS Financial in the 2nd quarter valued at $201,000. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 88.49% of the company’s stock. Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth Several research firms have weighed in on WSFS. Keefe, Bruyette & Woods reiterated a “market perform” rating and issued a $54.00 target price (down from $58.00) on shares of WSFS Financial in a report on Tuesday, October 29th. Janney Montgomery Scott reaffirmed a “neutral” rating on shares of WSFS Financial in a research report on Monday, October 28th. Three investment analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and two have given a buy rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat, WSFS Financial has a consensus rating of “Hold” and an average target price of $59.75. WSFS Financial Trading Down 0.7 % WSFS opened at $60.02 on Friday. The firm has a market cap of $3.54 billion, a P/E ratio of 13.70 and a beta of 1.02. The company has a quick ratio of 0.86, a current ratio of 0.86 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.40. The business has a fifty day simple moving average of $53.04 and a 200-day simple moving average of $50.52. WSFS Financial Co. has a 52 week low of $37.09 and a 52 week high of $62.75. WSFS Financial ( NASDAQ:WSFS – Get Free Report ) last posted its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, October 24th. The bank reported $1.08 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.06 by $0.02. The business had revenue of $267.61 million during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $260.35 million. WSFS Financial had a net margin of 18.78% and a return on equity of 10.56%. The business’s revenue for the quarter was up .6% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter last year, the firm posted $1.23 earnings per share. On average, equities analysts expect that WSFS Financial Co. will post 4.27 earnings per share for the current year. WSFS Financial Dividend Announcement The firm also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Friday, November 22nd. Shareholders of record on Friday, November 8th were given a $0.15 dividend. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Friday, November 8th. This represents a $0.60 annualized dividend and a yield of 1.00%. WSFS Financial’s dividend payout ratio is presently 13.70%. About WSFS Financial ( Free Report ) WSFS Financial Corporation operates as the savings and loan holding company for the Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB that provides various banking services in the United States. It operates through three segments: WSFS Bank, Cash Connect, and Wealth Management. It offers various deposit products, including savings accounts, demand deposits, interest-bearing demand deposits, money market deposit accounts, and certificates of deposit, as well as accepts jumbo certificates of deposit from individuals, businesses, and municipalities. Read More Five stocks we like better than WSFS Financial 5 Top Rated Dividend Stocks to Consider The Latest 13F Filings Are In: See Where Big Money Is Flowing The Basics of Support and Resistance 3 Penny Stocks Ready to Break Out in 2025 ETF Screener: Uses and Step-by-Step Guide FMC, Mosaic, Nutrien: Top Agricultural Stocks With Big Potential Receive News & Ratings for WSFS Financial Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for WSFS Financial and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .

Argentina's political scene is set for a shake-up as former President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner takes the reins of the Peronist party, declaring her intent to challenge the popular libertarian President Javier Milei. Kirchner's mission is arduous: reunifying the once-dominant party that splintered after Milei's rapid rise to power. Notorious for promising to dismantle the 'political elite,' Milei's approval remains high, credited with bringing down the nation's triple-digit inflation. Kirchner, recalling Milei's bold approach, quipped about the need for caution with a 'chainsaw-wielding' neighbor, highlighting the unpredictability of her rival. Kirchner, once synonymous with Peronism, served as President from 2007 to 2015 and as Vice President from 2019 to 2023. However, her influence waned amid legal entanglements, including a court-upheld conviction barring her from office. Undeterred, Kirchner plans an appeal to Argentina's Supreme Court, aiming to resurrect her political legacy. (With inputs from agencies.)(TNS) — City officials have their sights set on economic development initiatives that include artificial intelligence and biotechnology in the wake of Gov. Maura Healey’s $4 billion Mass Leads Act, signed into law in November. Mayor Melinda Barrett met with the City Council on Tuesday to discuss taking full advantage of the recently signed legislation aimed at advancing industries like life sciences, climate technology, and advanced manufacturing across the state. “We have the opportunity,” Barrett said. “We’re ready for this.” City Councilor John Michitson recommended referring the topic to the Planning and Development Committee, where he is chairperson. Committee members will continue the discussion alongside the state delegation at a future meeting. Signed into law on Nov. 20, the Mass Leads Act is designed to create jobs, grow businesses, and expand workforce development throughout the Commonwealth. The package includes $500 million for life sciences, $100 million for artificial intelligence research, and $99 million for advanced manufacturing. It also introduced a statewide internship tax credit program, encouraging companies to hire interns from Massachusetts colleges. “We would like to organize the city to leverage that bill for Haverhill,” Michitson said. “It’s in close alignment with the economic development plan that we came up with based on the Smart Manufacturing conference we had.” Smart manufacturing is a technology-driven approach that uses connected machinery to monitor and improve the manufacturing process. The Smart Summit, held last year at Northern Essex Community College’s Haverhill campus, brought together business leaders, government officials, and educators to focus on how Haverhill can develop into a “smart manufacturing hub” that aligns with the state’s economic goals. Haverhill residents and business owners discussed further exploring industries like advanced manufacturing, life sciences, and climate technology, which are all topics the governor had previously cited in promoting the Mass Leads Act. A plan for economic development was declared at the summit, targeting investment in booming industries before they were heavily backed by the Mass Leads Act. This collaboration of city stakeholders helped lay the groundwork for Haverhill to embrace opportunities the act presents. “From leading-edge companies right here in the Merrimack Valley, to life sciences in Cambridge, and federal partners in Washington and beyond,” State Rep. Andres Vargas said after the summit. “Haverhill is well-positioned to maximize the manufacturing opportunities ahead.” The event was organized by Vargas, Michitson, and former Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce President Alexandria Eberhardt. The Planning and Development Committee is expected to begin meeting early next year to explore the specifics of the bill and identify the city’s next steps. The committee includes Michitson along with City Councilors Katrina Hobbs-Everett and Catherine Rogers. ©Why Schlumberger Limited (SLB) is the Best Fuel Stock to Buy Now?

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To address the challenges posed by algorithm-driven profit maximization and the systemic coldness it can engender, businesses must prioritize ethical considerations, transparency, and accountability in their use of algorithms. It is essential for companies to regularly evaluate and audit their algorithms to ensure fairness, minimize bias, and prioritize the well-being of all stakeholders.Holstein Kiel will hope to use their home crowd at Holstein-Stadion to spur them to victory against Mainz 05 in the Bundesliga on Sunday, as they continue their quest for survival. The hosts have just five points from 10 games and are second last in 17th place, four points and two positions from automatic safety, while Karnevalsverein are 10th with 13 points after 10 matchweeks and beat Borussia Dortmund 3-1 on November 9. The home team lost 2-1 against Werder Bremen on November 9, a match in which Holstein Kiel faced three big chances while only creating one of their own. Manager Marcel Rapp chose to remain positive despite the fact his team conceded the winner against Werder Bremen in the 89th minute, saying: "I'm satisfied with the second half, of course not with the goal we conceded, we have to clarify that better." The Storks have managed to prevent their opponents from scoring fewer than two goals in just one of their 12 matches this term, and their record of 25 Bundesliga goals conceded is the second-worst tally in the top flight. Rapp's side emerged as 1-0 victors against Heidenheim on November 2, but that was their only win in their 11 most recent outings, with the club losing four of their past five games. Holstein Kiel have also been defeated in four of their five home fixtures this season, conceding on 14 occasions and netting just four times. As for the visitors, they were deserving winners against Borussia Dortmund given they created six big chances in comparison to BVB's one, though they were aided by the fact Emre Can was sent off in the 27th minute. Prior to their clash against Dortmund, Mainz had only created 15 big chances in nine league games, and their match against Nuri Sahin 's side was just the second time in their last five games that they had managed to score at all. Karnevalsverein head coach Bo Henriksen will be pleased with the result given it took his team five points clear of 16th-placed St Pauli, who occupy the division's relegation playoff spot, and perhaps the boss can look forward to challenging higher up the table considering the club are only three points from the Conference League qualification spot in sixth place. Henriksen will hope their triumph over Dortmund can mark the beginning of a sustained period of strong results, with the win being the team's first in their most recent five games. Mainz' form on the road has been excellent this campaign, and the club are unbeaten in their five away matches, winning three and drawing two. Holstein Kiel will be unable to start midfielder Magnus Knudsen as a result of accumulating too many yellow cards, while centre-backs Carl Johansson and Colin Kleine-Bekel are absent due to injuries. Rapp could field a back three of Marko Ivezic , Patrick Erras and Max Geschwill behind a midfield trio of Lewis Holtby , Nicolai Remberg and Armin Gigovic . Attacking midfielder Andu Yobel Kelati has been ruled out until early December, as has striker Benedikt Pichler , so expect Steven Skrzybski and Phil Harres to feature in a front two. Meanwhile, Mainz have a relatively healthy squad barring backup striker Nelson Weiper , who is not scheduled to return until early next month due to a muscle injury. Paul Nebel scored against Dortmund, and he is likely to appear in the forward line alongside Lee Jae-sung and Jonathan Burkardt . Henriksen may deploy a double pivot of Kaishu Sano and Nadiem Amiri in front of centre-backs Dominik Kohr , Moritz Jenz and Maxim Leitsch . Holstein Kiel possible starting lineup: Weiner; Ivezic, Erras, Geschwill; Becker, Holtby, Remberg, Gigovic, Puchacz; Skrzybski, Harres Mainz 05 possible starting lineup: Zentner; Kohr, Jenz, Leitsch; Caci, Sano, Amiri, Mwene; Nebel, Lee; Burkardt Given Holstein Kiel's poor defensive displays this season, they could concede at least twice once again on Sunday. Additionally, Mainz have been strong away from home in 2024-25, and they should be considered favourites. For data analysis of the most likely results, scorelines and more for this match please click here .As the UEFA Champions League enters the knockout stages, all eyes are on the clash between Juventus and Manchester City, two powerhouse teams with rich histories and formidable lineups. This encounter between the defending champions and a strong contender promises to be a thrilling battle on the field.

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To mark her 100 days in office, Mrs. Esther Didi Walson-Jack focused on driving the transformation of Nigeria's civil service, introducing modern technology and strategic policies The newly launched Service-Wise GPT and GOVMail platforms are key components in Mrs. Walson-Jack’s efforts to integrate technology into the civil service for enhanced decision-making and communication To further achieve her aim in the HoS, Walson-Jack, at a dinner for newly promoted directors, emphasized that their promotion marked the beginning of a challenging and fulfilling journey to shape the future of the civil service PAY ATTENTION: Got a Minute? Complete Our Quick Survey About Legit.ng Today! Legit.ng journalist Esther Odili has over two years of experience covering political parties and movements. FCT, Abuja - Mrs. Esther Didi Walson-Jack, the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), has clocked 100 days in office following her appointment by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in July 2024. Speaking on Friday, November 22, in Abuja at a Recognition Dinner in honour of newly promoted directors, the HCSF reiterated its critical role in driving the needed Civil Service reforms, especially as it concerns the actualization of President Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda. Read also CSO raises alarm over increasing GBV cases in Nigeria, sends urgent message to Tinubu's govt Walson-Jack charged the 332 directors that their promotion heralds “the beginning of a more challenging and fulfilling part where your influence and impact will shape the future of our civil service.” PAY ATTENTION : Standing out in social media world? Easy! "Mastering Storytelling for Social Media" workshop by Legit.ng. Join Us Live! In a statement made available to Legit.ng on Monday, November 25, she urged them to rededicate themselves to the principles of good governance, transparency, efficiency and accountability. “As newly promoted directors, you have reached the pinnacle that reflects not just your achievements, but trust and expectation placed upon you by the Federal Civil Service and the nation.” Mrs. Walson-Jack further charged the new directors to let their leadership inspire confidence among their subordinates and stakeholders, imbibing the highest standards of Public Service. “I urge you therefore to embrace this opportunity for growth and development. I will like to inspire you to reach new heights in your career.” The HCSF urged the directors to foster an environment of collaboration, inclusivity and continuous learning, assuring them of her firm support. Read also Nigeria, Brazil sign MoU to boost agribusiness across all 774 local governments Walson-Jack lists her achievements as Head of Service Interestingly, on Thursday, November 21, Walson-Jack unveiled three groundbreaking initiatives aimed at transforming Nigeria’s civil service as part of the activities of her first 100 days in office under the theme “Marching to Greatness: Celebrating 100 Days”. The initiatives which include Service-Wise GPT, an AI-driven assistant designed to enhance decision-making and efficiency among civil servants, GOVMail, a secure email platform for official communication, and the Nigeria Federal Civil Service Online Academy, which offers online courses for skill development. Walson-Jack emphasized that these tools are essential for modernizing the civil service, ensuring that it meets the needs of citizens effectively, and guarantee that the much needed reforms in the civil service are technologically driven. Mrs. Walson-Jack also launched new policies and guidelines aimed at repositioning the civil service. Walson-Jack launches innovative tools for Civil Service Transformation She listed the four transformative policies and guidelines to include: Rewards and Recognition Policy and Guidelines; Incentives and Consequence Management Policy and Guidelines; Mentoring Framework, and the Protocol on the Use of Federal Government Secretariat. Read also Tinubu’s govt, Brazil sign MoU to boost agribusiness in Nigeria Walson-Jack explained that these policies are integral to the Public Service Rules 2021 and the Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan 2025 (FCSSIP-25), with each strategically aligned with the reform pillars outlined in these frameworks to ensure coherence, sustainability, and measurable impact. Legit.ng reported that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu appointed Didi Esther Walson-Jack in July 2024. She took over from the incumbent head of the civil service, Dr. Folasade Yemi-Esan, who retired on August 13, 2024. "19 of 38 directors fail permanent secretary qualifying exam" - HoS Earlier, Legit.ng reported that the federal government's selection process for new permanent secretaries in the Federal Civil Service has seen 19 of 38 candidates fail . A memo signed by Dr Emmanuel Meribole on behalf of the examination committee, and published by the Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF) on Tuesday, November 12, said the exams were written on Monday, November 11, 2024. Read also Togo, Benin certificates: Tinubu's govt reacts as Shehu Sani speaks on alleged massive civil servants sack 19 others, according to a statement from the Office of the HCSF, scaled through this first stage of the assessment, which is a written examination, and will be participating in the second stage. PAY ATTENTION : Legit.ng Needs Your Opinion! 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Alan Shearer was fuming with Manchester City after they threw away a three-goal lead in the Champions League against Feyenoord, ahead of their Premier League game against Liverpool Alan Shearer didn't hold back in his criticism of Manchester City following their shocking Champions League collapse against Feyenoord at Etihad Stadium. Despite being ahead thanks to goals from Erling Haaland and Ilkay Gundogan, Pep Guardiola's team, who have lost their last five games, saw their lead slip away due to a remarkable 14-minute comeback by the Dutch side. A series of unforced errors, including those made by Josko Gvardiol and Ederson, led to the surrendering of a three-goal lead. After it seemed like City would win easily, Shearer was blunt in his analysis of how they let Feyenoord stage a comeback. "We're in for an interesting 10 minutes through stupid errors, lapses in concentration and letting the opposition back into the game," he commented on Amazon Prime after Feyenoord's second goal. "For a team with such experience even when the subs have been made, the game management has been really awful." "3-2 up, taking a quick free kick with two minutes to go." The ex-Premier League striker reiterated his point after David Hancko's equaliser. "I said about game management and they're trying to kill the game and hold a high line, it didn't work at all," he conceded. "Brilliant from Feyenoord, the belief to keep on going and put this team under pressure, hoping they'd fall and cave in and that's exactly what has happened." At the full time whistle, Shearer didn't hold back in his assessment of Man City's performance, delivering a scathing critique that will no doubt be music to the ears of Liverpool fans before their Premier League clash this weekend as he described Guardiola's side as 'weak, light and frail' . "They look weak. They look light and frail and are giving the opposition far too many chances," said Shearer. "They were cruising midway through this game, whatever you do whatever you cannot do is give the opposition chances and a little bit of hope. That is exactly what they did. Even when they were winning 3-2 with two minutes to go they were trying to take a quick free-kick. Why? Kill the game." "You are winning it, there's no need to do that, sit on the ball. The game management was awful and they have been punished. It's been an absolute disaster for them this evening after being in such a comfortable position." Arne Slot's side will go 11 points clear at the top if they beat the champions and their recent form alongside low confidence levels suggests that is the likely outcome.Follow me on X-Twitter @ BruceMcCurdy and on Bluesky Social @brucemccurdy.bsky.social

Ontario NDP MPPs are calling on the Doug Ford government to tighten the rules on ticket reselling in light of steep resale prices facing fans hoping to see Taylor Swift perform in Toronto. MPPs Kristyn Wong-Tam, who represents Toronto Centre, and Chris Glover, who represents Spadina-Fort York, told reporters on Friday the ticket resale market needs to be fixed. They said tickets are being resold for thousands of dollars above their original prices due to unregulated platforms. "Fans are paying the price for the Ontario government's inaction on the ticket resale racket. Not all Swifties have had an enchanted experience," Wong-Tam said, outside the Rogers Centre. "Tis the damn season to fix Ontario's ticket resale market," Wong-Tam said, nodding to a Swift song. "These margins are going to people who don't like Taylor Swift music. They're not even fans and they're all profiteering." Wong-Tam said she introduced two motions in the Ontario Legislature on Thursday to demand an end to unfair ticket resale practices. One motion calls on the province to consult with stakeholders, investigate and create a system to end price gouging and to fix the ticket resale market, while the other calls for an equitable funding strategy to support Ontario's arts, culture and sports sector. "Everyone has a right to enjoy the arts," Wong-Tam said. "We want to help create a fair, competitive marketplace for these experiences and we do that by supporting a thriving and competitive economy." In 2018, the Ontario government under Doug Ford paused implementation of a section of the Ticket Sales Act that was brought in by the previous Liberal government. That would have capped ticket resale prices at 50 per cent above the original face value. In 2019, the government cancelled that section. At the time, the government said there was no way to enforce the cap. CBC News has contacted the province for comment on the motions. The motions come as Swift wraps up her Eras Tour in Toronto, with two remaining performances on Friday and Saturday nights. Retail tickets for shows on Swift's tour in North America and Europe sold out almost instantly. Many then popped up on resale sites just as quickly. Swift fans hoping to snag tickets now face soaring prices because scalpers and bots scooped up the tickets and are reselling them at excessively high prices. The cheapest tickets available on resale websites for the sold out Rogers Centre shows this week were available on Friday at $4,000 a pop — and that's for a restricted view in a standing-room only section. Tickets with a seat — though still with an obstructed or limited view — are closer to $4,500. Glover, for his part, said there is no regulation around the resale market in Ontario. "This resale market is grossly unfair," Glover said. "We need resale regulations. It will help fans across this province." In a news release, Glover said: "Music fans are being gouged... Whether it is groceries, telecoms, or tickets this government is putting big corporations over making your life more affordable." Several jurisdictions in Europe, including Ireland, Portugal, Denmark and France, have successfully regulated their ticket resale markets, he said.A voting machine firm suing Fox News now wants to probe Murdoch family trust fight

Ed Sheeran has apologised to Manchester United's new manager for interrupting him during a live Sky Sports interview. Ruben Amorim was speaking after United's 1-1 draw with Ipswich on Sunday when the singer walked up to hug analyst Jamie Redknapp. His intervention brought the interview to a halt before Redknapp told Sheeran to "come and say hello in a minute". Some people on social media said Sheeran had been "rude" and called for him to apologise. "Apologies if I offended Amorim yesterday, didn't actually realise he was being interviewed at the time, was popping to say hi and bye to Jamie," Sheeran wrote on Instagram. "Obvz feel a bit of a bellend but life goes on. Great game though, congrats on all involved." The game at Portman Road was Amorim's first since he left Portuguese club Sporting Lisbon to take over at United. Marcus Rashford scored after two minutes before Omari Hutchinson equalised for the home side. Read more from Sky News: Two Britons believed to be among missing after tourist boat sinks British soldiers injured in major traffic pile-up Cat wriggles through drainpipe with less-than-purrfect results Follow our channel and never miss an update. Sheeran, a lifelong Ipswich fan, holds a minority stake in the club. He was pictured celebrating after Hutchinson's goal. Be the first to get Breaking News Install the Sky News app for free Last week Ipswich CEO Mark Ashton said Sheeran helped the club sign a new player in the off-season by taking a Zoom call with him just before he went on stage with Taylor Swift.

AMD's flagship Ryzen 9 9950X3D processor will make its grand appearance at CES 2025, but new leaks tease the 16-core, 32-thread X3D beast on CPU-Z, check it out: The upcoming Ryzen 9 9950X3D processor will have the same clock speeds as their non-X3D counterparts, but with some additional stacks of L3 cache through AMD's in-house 3D V-Cache technology. The flagship AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D processor will feature 16 cores and 32 threads of Zen 5 power, with CPU clocks of up to 5.65GHz (5650MHz) in its engineering sample (ES) form. AMD's new powerhouse Ryzen 9 9950X3D will also retain the same 170W TDP rating that the Ryzen 9 9950X has, but with much more case: 96MB + 32MB for a total of 128MB of L3 cache. This is an additional 64MB of L3 cache for the 9950X3D over the 9950X, so it'll be interesting to see the adoption of this new processor (gamers will want to buy the 9800X3D). AMD will have two Core Complex Dies (CCDs) with each of the CCDs housing 8 cores of Zen 5 + 32MB of dedicated L3 cache (two CCDs = 2 x 32MB L3 cache = 64MB additional L3 cache in total). Meanwhile, one of them will feature an additional 64MB of L3 cache chiplet underneath the CCD to provide 128MB L3 cache, and 144MB of cache coupled with the L2 cache. Unlike previous generations of X3D processors, placing the L3 cache chiplet underneath the CCD allows the cores to be in direct contact with the IHS for improved cooling, which in turrn, allows the CPU to retain the core clocks while unlocking the path for overclocking the Ryzen 9 9950X3D... not long to wait now, with the reveal at CES 2025 early next year.Navy sailor charged with negligent homicide after Yorktown patrol boat incidentGenedx CFO Kevin Feeley sells $1.65M in stock

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Modern technologies and ovulation: a real-time film and tests to determine the fertile periodCelsius Holdings, Inc. Shareholder Notice: Robbins LLP Reminds Investors of the CELH Class Action LawsuitAlex Ovechkin has a broken left fibula and is expected to be out four to six weeks, an injury that pauses the Washington Capitals superstar captain’s pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s NHL career goals record. The Capitals updated Ovechkin’s status Thursday after he was evaluated by team doctors upon returning from a three-game trip. The 39-year-old broke the leg in a shin-on-shin collision Monday night with Utah's Jack McBain, and some of his closest teammates knew it was not good news even before Ovechkin was listed as week to week and placed on injured reserve. “Everyone’s bummed out,” said winger Tom Wilson, who has played with Ovechkin since 2013. “We were sitting there saying: ‘This is weird. Like, it’s unbelievable that he’s actually hurt.’ It’s one of those things where like, he’s going to miss games? I’ve been around a long time, and it’s new to me.” Ovechkin in his first 19 seasons missed 59 games — and just 35 because of injury. Durability even while throwing his body around with his physical style is a big reason he is on track to pass Gretzky’s mark of 894 goals that once looked unapproachable. “He doesn’t go out there and just coast around,” Wilson said. “He’s played 20 years every shift running over guys and skating. He’s a power forward, the best goal-scorer ever maybe, and he’s a power forward that plays the game really hard.” Story continues below video Ovechkin surged to the top of the league with 15 goals in his first 18 games this season. He was on pace to break the record and score No. 895 sometime in February. “You know when goal-scorers start scoring, it’s dangerous,” said defenseman John Carlson, who has been teammates with Ovechkin since 2009-10. “There was a bit of that in the downs that everyone was feeling about it too, of course. We see him coming to the rink every day, we know what’s at stake. You never want anyone to get injured, but there’s a lot to it and certainly he was playing his best hockey in years.” AP NHL: https://apnews.com/hub/nhl

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Offering patients an injection is more effective than the current care of steroid tablets and cuts the need for further treatment by 30%, according to a study. Benralizumab is a monoclonal antibody that targets specific white blood cells, called eosinophils, to reduce lung inflammation. It is currently used as a repeat treatment for severe asthma at a low dose, but a new clinical trial has found that a higher single dose can be very effective if injected at the time of a flare-up. The findings, published in the Lancet Respiratory Medicine, included 158 people who needed medical attention in A&E for their asthma or COPD attack (COPD is a group of lung conditions that cause breathing difficulties). Patients were given a quick blood test to see what type of attack they were having, with those suffering an “eosinophilic exacerbation” involving eosinophils (a type of white blood cell) being suitable for treatment. Around 50% of asthma attacks are eosinophilic exacerbations, as are 30% of COPD ones, according to the scientists. The clinical trial, led by King’s College London and carried out at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, saw patients randomly split into three groups. One group received the benralizumab injection and dummy tablets, another received standard care (prednisolone steroids 30mg daily for five days) and a dummy injection, and the third group received both the benralizumab injection and steroids. After 28 days, respiratory symptoms of cough, wheeze, breathlessness and sputum were found to be better in people on benralizumab. And after 90 days, there were four times fewer people in the benralizumab group who failed treatment compared with those receiving steroids. Treatment with the benralizumab injection also took longer to fail, meaning fewer visits to a GP or hospital for patients, researchers said. Furthermore, people also reported a better quality of life on the new regime. Scientists at King’s said steroids can have severe side-effects such as increasing the risk of diabetes and osteoporosis, meaning switching to benralizumab could provide huge benefits. Lead investigator Professor Mona Bafadhel, from King’s, said: “This could be a game-changer for people with asthma and COPD. “Treatment for asthma and COPD exacerbations have not changed in 50 years, despite causing 3.8 million deaths worldwide a year combined. “Benralizumab is a safe and effective drug already used to manage severe asthma. “We’ve used the drug in a different way – at the point of an exacerbation – to show that it’s more effective than steroid tablets, which is the only treatment currently available.” Researchers said benralizumab could also potentially be administered safely at home or in a GP practice, as well as in A&E. First author Dr Sanjay Ramakrishnan, clinical senior lecturer at the University of Western Australia, said: “Our study shows massive promise for asthma and COPD treatment. “COPD is the third leading cause of death worldwide but treatment for the condition is stuck in the 20th century. “We need to provide these patients with life-saving options before their time runs out.” Dr Samantha Walker, director of research and innovation at Asthma and Lung UK, welcomed the findings but said: “It’s appalling that this is the first new treatment for those suffering from asthma and COPD attacks in 50 years, indicating how desperately underfunded lung health research is.” AstraZeneca provided the drug for the study and funded the research, but had no input into trial design, delivery, analysis or interpretation.Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum nearing finish of $89 million upgrade

"Employees need to understand the role that AI is playing in their working life and in the relationships they have with customers and other employees." - Justin Tauber, Salesforce. Hear the entire iTnews podcast with Salesforce's Justin Tauber. As artificial intelligence, or 'AI', becomes pervasive in Australian workplaces, business leaders face a prickly challenge — bridging the 'AI trust gap' between the public's often overblown or fearful perceptions of AI's capabilities and the responsible, ethical implementation of these emergent technologies. This trust gap that Salesforce research has identified stemmed from disconnect between the casual AI experiences Australians have with, say, consumer chatbots and generative AI systems versus the rigorous standards businesses must uphold for safety, accuracy, accountability and privacy. "The key is incorporating AI in such a way that you can leverage existing governance models," Salesforce general manager of innovation and AI culture Justin Tauber told an iTnews podcast. "AI doesn't remove the need to comply with [existing] laws. What's more important is that you understand how the use of AI might impact your ability to conform with those laws." Transparency and impact assessment were crucial, he said. Leaders must map where AI is in the organisation, and empower frontline staff to evaluate downstream effects — from privacy implications to vulnerabilities in customer service. "These are things that can be assessed and identified ahead of time,...

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NAPLES, Fla. (AP) — Down by two shots with two holes to play, Jeeno Thitikul knew exactly what was needed to capture the biggest prize in women's golf history. And another eagle-birdie finish — for the second straight day — made it happen. Thitikul claimed the record-setting $4 million first-place check by winning the CME Group Tour Championship on Sunday. It's the biggest money prize in women’s golf history, bigger than even the winner’s shares in three of the four men’s major championships this year. “Today, standing here with the trophy, it's more than I can ask for,” Thitikul said. Thitikul shot a 7-under 65 on Sunday and finished the week at 22 under, one shot ahead of Angel Yin (66). Yin had a two-shot lead walking to the 17th tee, only to wind up settling for the $1 million runner-up check. Yin — who missed the start of the season after breaking her leg over the winter — hardly sounded defeated after finishing second and more than doubling her 2024 earnings in four days. “I’m pretty awesome. ... I’ve learned that I just need to believe my myself and that’s what I did," Yin said. Brooke Henderson (66) of Smiths Falls, Ont., tied for eighth at 13-under overall. The win and the massive check came down to the 18th hole, Thitikul and Yin tied at 21 under after a back-and-forth day atop the leaderboard — both knowing a mistake would likely come at a $3 million cost. Both hit the fairway on 18. Thitikul’s approach was nearly perfect, stopping about 5 feet from the cup. Yin’s response stopped maybe 15 feet away, giving Thitikul the edge as they walked up the fairway. She was smiling broadly as she approached the green, almost as if she knew what was about to happen. Yin’s birdie putt just missed. Thitikul’s was dead center. And history was hers. Her plans for all that cash? “Definitely spend it,” Thitikul said. “That’s an honest answer, for sure. Definitely going to spend it for a little while.” She already had clinched a $1 million bonus this week through the Aon Risk-Reward Challenge, a competition based on how players score on a designated hole each week. In the end, it wound up as a whopping $5 million week for the 21-year-old from Thailand — and going 8 under on the Nos. 17 and 18 over the four days at Tiburon Golf Club made the difference. “All the hard work paid off,” said Thitikul, whose eagle-birdie close to Saturday's round pulled her into a tie for the lead with Yin going into Sunday at 15 under. It didn’t take long on Sunday for Thitikul to jump in front, with birdies on two of the first three holes to grab a two-shot edge. Her lead vanished with a two-shot swing on the par-4 fourth; Yin made birdie, Thitikul bogey. It seemed like Yin grabbed control on the par-3 16th. Her birdie putt from across the green — about 25 feet — rolled in for a two-shot lead with two holes to play. But her second shot at the par-5 17th missed the green right, and the door was opened for Thitikul. The eagle-birdie finish Saturday gave her hope. The eagle-birdie finish Sunday gave her so much more — even though, it turns out, the second shot on the par 5 wasn't one that she caught flush. It worked out anyway. “Just lucky enough,” Thitikul said. Olympic gold medalist Lydia Ko (63) finished third at 17 under, her nine birdies coming in a 13-hole span. “I’m excited to be able to work hard this offseason and have another great 2025,” Ko said. Ruoning Yin (68) was alone in fourth at 16 under, and LPGA player of the year Nelly Korda (66) finished at 15 under along with Narin An (68). Ayaka Furue finished at 13 under, good enough to give her the Vare Trophy as the LPGA’s season-long scoring champion over Haeran Ryu. “I feel very happy to have this trophy in my hands,” said Furue, the first Japanese player to win the Vare. Lexi Thompson — a 15-time winner as a pro who plans to step away from full-time golf — finished at 2 under. It’s not clear how often Thompson plans to play in 2025 and beyond; that said, she returns to Tiburon the week of Dec. 9 for the Grant Thornton Invitational, where she’ll team with Rickie Fowler in the event featuring PGA Tour and LPGA Tour players. “I’m not going anywhere, guys.” Thompson said. “I’ll be back in two weeks.” There were two players who said they were retiring after Sunday’s round: Marina Alex, who shot 66 to finish at 12 under, and Ally Ewing, who closed with a 68 to wrap up the week at 11 under. “I’m happy to have ended on my best,” said Alex, a bottle of sparkling wine in her right hand, a bouquet of flowers in the other. Added Ewing: “I’ve been at peace with my decision. It’s just so nice to be able to share the walk with my family this week.” But in the end, the week belonged to Thitikul. And as the sun was setting over Tiburon on Sunday, she was ready for her offseason to begin with a well-deserved celebration. “Anybody hungry?” she asked. “I am.” With Sunday's check in her pocket, she can dine anywhere she wants for a while. ___ AP golf: https://apnews.com/hub/golf Tim Reynolds, The Associated PressAston Villa’s disallowed goal would have counted in England – Unai EmeryPolice deny sitting on evidence as Netflix doc brings renewed attention to JonBenet Ramsey's killing

WASHINGTON – The Commerce Department's efforts to curb China's and Russia's access to American-made advanced computer chips have been “inadequate” and will need more funding to stymie their ability to manufacture advanced weapons, according to a report published Wednesday by the Senate's Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations. The Biden administration imposed export controls to limit the ability of China and Russia ability to access U.S.-made chips after Russia's invasion of Ukraine nearly three years ago. Recommended Videos The agency's Bureau of Industry and Security, according to the report, does not have the resources to enforce export controls and has been too reliant on U.S. chip makers voluntarily complying with the rules. But the push for bolstering Commerce's export control enforcement comes as the incoming Trump administration says it is looking to dramatically reduce the size and scope of federal government . President-elect Donald Trump has tapped entrepreneurs Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to lead a new “Department of Government Efficiency” to dismantle parts of the federal government. The Trump transition team did not immediately respond to a request for comment on the report. BIS’s budget, about $191 million, has remained essentially flat since 2010 when adjusted for inflation. “While BIS’ budget has been stagnant for a decade, the bureau works diligently around the clock to meet its mission and safeguard U.S. national security,” Commerce Department spokesperson Charlie Andrews said in a statement in response to the report. Andrews added that with “necessary resources from Congress” the agency would be "better equipped to address the challenges that come with our evolving national security environment.” In a letter to Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo on Wednesday, Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut, chair of the subcommittee, pointed to an audit of Texas Instruments that showed the Russian military continued to acquire components from Texas Instruments through front companies in Hong Kong to illustrate how the export controls are failing as an effective tool. The committee's findings, Blumenthal said, suggest that Texas Instruments “missed clear warning signs” that three companies in its distribution chain had been diverting products to Russia. Texas Instruments did not immediately respond to a request for comment. “While Congress must provide BIS more resources to undertake its critical mission, it is long past time for BIS to make full use of the enforcement powers Congress has conferred upon it and take aggressive steps to cut the flow of U.S. semiconductors into the Russian war machine,” Blumenthal wrote. It's not just Texas Instruments that's the issue. The subcommittee in September published a report that found aggregated exports from four major U.S. advanced chip manufacturers nearly doubled from 2021 to 2022 to Armenia and Georgia. Both of those countries are home to front companies known to assist Russia in acquiring advanced chips made in the U.S. despite export controls. China, meanwhile, has created “vast, barely disguised smuggling networks which enable it to continue to harness U.S. technology,” the subcommittee report asserts. Washington has been gradually expanding the number of companies affected by such export controls in China, as President Joe Biden’s administration has encouraged an expansion of investments in and manufacturing of chips in the U.S. But Chinese companies have found ways to evade export controls in part because of a lack of China subject matter experts and Chinese speakers assigned to Commerce's export control enforcement. The agency's current budget limits the number of international end-use checks, or physical verification overseas of distributors or companies receiving American-made chips that are the supposed end users of products. Currently, Commerce has only 11 export control officers spread around the globe to conduct such checks. The committee made several recommendations in its report, including Congress allocating more money for hiring additional personnel to enforce export controls, imposing larger fines on companies that violate controls and requiring periodic reviews of advanced chip companies’ export control plans by outside entities. ___ Boak reported from West Palm Beach, Florida.

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1929’s “Black Thursday” was a stock market crash that marked the beginning of the great depression. 1987’s “Black Monday” was also a devastating blow to financial markets that decimated $1.71 trillion of wealth in a single day. Despite its similar name, Black Friday is the moniker of a much more benign phenomenon — the biggest and most publicized shopping day of the year. Every year on the Friday after Thanksgiving, millions of turkey-stuffed Americans used to overcome their tryptophan-induced tiredness to brave early-morning shopping center crowds in search of the best deals on the hottest products ahead of the winter holidays. And while this still occurs to some extent today, although much of the fervor has moved online, where cold temperatures, overnight camping, and dangerous retail stampedes can be easily avoided. And since the bulk of Black Friday shopping now occurs “ from the warm glow of shoppers’ smartphone screens ,” it’s become quite a bit easier to measure its volume in recent years. So, just how big of an event is Black Friday (and the subsequent “Cyber Week”)? How much have Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales volume grown over time? And will 2024’s Black Friday be the biggest ever? Here’s what you should know. Related: Black Friday 2024: Should you buy online or in-store? When did the day after Thanksgiving become Black Friday? According to conventional wisdom, the concept of Black Friday, as we know it today, emerged in the 1950s, when police in Philidelphia began to complain of large crowds appearing in the city the day after Thanksgiving to cruise retail shops for deals ahead of the Christmas holiday. That being said, it would be several decades before Black Friday would grow into the marketing tool and cultural phenomenon it is now. According to Nancy Koehn , a historian at Harvard Business School, retailers really began to invest heavily in the concept of Black Friday in the 1970s and 80s by marketing it as a discounted holiday shopping occasion and competing with one another to offer steeper discounts and earlier shopping hours. 💰💸 Don’t miss the move: SIGN UP for TheStreet’s FREE Daily newsletter 💰💸 The fervor continued to grow in the 1990s and 2000s, during which time camping out overnight on Thanksgiving to be the first in line for doorbuster electronic deals on Black Friday became common. In the modern day, Black Friday remains well-cemented in the minds of shoppers, especially those on the younger half of the age spectrum. 57% of Gen Z and 57% of Millenials claim to understand Black Friday “very well,” according to a survey published by Statista in November 2024. The event is also familiar to older generations, although to a lesser degree, with 46% of Gen X and 34% of Baby Boomers claiming to be intimately familiar with the holiday shopping phenomenon. Adobe Analytics Black Friday sales volume by year Since 2019, consumers have spent more money online shopping on Black Friday than they did the year before, with one exception — on Black Friday 2022, online shoppers spent about $410 million less than they did in 2021. At the time, the inflation rate had been above 6% for a year, which could help explain the slight decline in Black Friday shopping. Here’s how much consumers spent online on Black Friday each year from 2019 to 2023: Adobe Analytics, CapitalOne 2024 (projected) $10.80 billion 2023 $9.80 billion 2022 $9.12 billion 2021 $9.53 billion 2020 $9.00 billion 2019 $7.40 billion Adobe Analytics Cyber Monday sales volume by year Much like Black Friday, online Cyber Monday revenues have increased every year since 2019 with a single (and relatively small) exception — this time in 2021 instead of 2022. In November of 2021, inflation had only been above the Fed’s 2% target for about 8 months, and Cyber Monday sales only dropped by about $100 million compared to the year before. Here’s how much consumers spent online on Cyber Monday each year from 2019 to 2023: Adobe Analytics, CapitalOne 2024 (projected) $13.20 billion 2023 $12.40 billion 2022 $11.30 billion 2021 $10.70 billion 2020 $10.80 billion 2019 $9.40 billion More consumer finance: Sales projections for Black Friday & Cyber Monday 2024: Will they be the biggest ever? Aside from some inflation and supply chain-related hiccups, Black Friday and Cyber Monday have been growing steadily in popularity, and more and more consumer dollars have been flowing into online retail each year. Over the past decade or so, retailers have been beginning their Black Friday and Cyber Monday promotions earlier and earlier — and extending them longer and longer, muddying the waters of which sales do and don’t count as part of these events. Cyber Monday has become Cyber Week, and Black Friday, according to some, has been expanded to Black November. Adobe Analytics, one of the most-cited holiday shopping statistic authorities, shared a variety of projections regarding sales volume on Black Friday and Cyber Monday proper as well as the holiday shopping season as a whole. Here’s what 2024’s Black Friday sales could look like, according to Adobe : Anna Barclay/Getty Images What is Amazon’s market share of Black Friday sales? Amazon is the undisputed behemoth of online shopping in the U.S., with $574.8 billion in total sales and an e-commerce market share of almost 63% in 2023, according to Statista. The company’s next-largest competitor, Walmart, had about a sixth of Amazon’s online sales volume that year. But what does Amazon’s dominance of the overall online retail market look like on Black Friday — and during the rest of the holiday shopping season? Unfortunately, we don’t have a clear answer to this question, but we do have a series of related statistics that shed some light on how pervasive Amazon is in the holiday shopping arena: The takeaway Love it or lament it, Black Friday (and the rest of the highly commercialized and ever-expanding holiday shopping season) is here to stay, growing year over year, and showing no signs of slowing down. In fact, 2024 is poised to see the highest Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales of all time. Luckily for the crowd-avoidant, the bulk of holiday shopping volume (about 71%, according to Demandsage ) has moved online. And when it comes to online holiday shopping, Amazon is the clear leader among the major e-commerce retailers competing for holiday traffic. Related: The 10 best investing books (according to stock market pros)'Most agencies' onboarded in NSW $200m ERP rollout

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Thanksgiving Weekend Sports Guide: Your roadmap to NFL matchups, other games, times, oddsPhiladelphia (8-2) at Los Angeles Rams (5-5) Sunday, 8:20 p.m. EST, NBC/Peacock BetMGM NFL odds: Eagles by 3. Against the spread: Eagles 6-4; Rams 4-6. Series record: Eagles lead 23-20-1. Last meeting: Eagles beat Rams 23-14 in Inglewood, Calif. on Oct. 8, 2023. Last week: Eagles beat Washington 26-18; Rams beat New England 28-22. Eagles offense: overall (5), rush (1), pass (22), scoring (7). Eagles defense: overall (1), rush (7), pass (2), scoring (6). Rams offense: overall (17), rush (26), pass (T-7), scoring (21). Rams defense: overall (23), rush (18), pass (22), scoring (22). Turnover differential: Eagles plus-2; Rams plus-4. RB Saquon Barkley. Barkley combined for 198 scrimmage yards and two scores, rushing 26 times for 146 yards (5.6 average) while adding two receptions for 52 yards against Washington. With 1,137 rushing yards through 10 games, Barkley only trails Baltimore’s Derrick Henry for the NFL lead. He had his sixth 100-plus yard rushing game this season, which is the most in the NFL. S Kam Kinchens. The rookie third-round pick from Miami had eight tackles, one tackle for loss, an interception and a forced fumble against the Patriots as he continues to come on strong. Kinchens has three picks in the past three games. Eagles QB Jalen Hurts vs. Rams’ defensive line. Hurts shredded Los Angeles for 303 yards passing and 72 yards rushing last season despite the presence of superstar DT Aaron Donald. After Donald retired, the Rams turned to a committee approach to get after the passer, and it has worked with rookie OLB Jared Verse and DT Braden Fiske fitting in well next to second-year OLB Byron Young and DT Kobie Turner. But they can only unleash their excellent pass rush skills by limiting Philadelphia on early downs. Hurts has been at his dual-threat best over the past five games, accounting for 15 total touchdowns (six passing, nine rushing) against two turnovers. Eagles defensive end Bryce Huff had surgery on his left wrist on Thursday, a move that could allow him to return toward the end of the season. ... WR DeVonta Smith (hamstring) and DT Milton Williams (foot) each missed practice this week. ... Rams RT Rob Havenstein (ankle) looks to be trending toward a return this week. Havenstein sat out the previous two games because of the ailment. The Eagles have won all three games in Los Angeles since the Rams moved back in 2016. ... Overall, Philadelphia has won seven of the past eight. The only setback came in Week 2 of the 2020 pandemic season. Barkley has passed 100-plus scrimmage yards in eight of 10 games. That is tied with LeSean McCoy (2011) and Brian Westbrook (2007) for the most by an Eagle through 10 games. His 198 yards were his second most as an Eagle (199 in Week 9). ... 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Rams WR Puka Nacua caught his first touchdown of the season in New England. He has at least seven receptions and 98 yards in three of his past four games, with only a second-quarter ejection in Seattle having limited Nacua since he returned from a knee injury. ... WR Cooper Kupp has 614 receptions through his first 98 games, which is fourth most in NFL history through 100 games. Julio Jones (619) is third. ... RB Kyren Williams averaged a season-high 5.7 yards per carry, finishing with 86 yards on 15 attempts versus the Patriots. ... Verse has 11 tackles for loss and 4 1/2 sacks through his first 10 games. Verse is pressuring the quarterback on 20.2% of pass rush snaps, which ranks second in the league overall. ... The Rams were 2 of 8 (25%) on third down against New England, their third straight game converting 25% or worse. ... QB Matthew Stafford has not been sacked in each of Los Angeles’ past three wins. Don’t be discouraged using Stafford, Kupp and Nacua against Philadelphia's pass defense. All three put up solid fantasy numbers in last season’s meeting, even as the Eagles sat on the ball for nearly 38 minutes. Stafford had 222 yards and two scores, finding Kupp eight times for 118 yards and Nacua seven times for 71 yards and a touchdown, so they'll find ways to produce. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFL

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Critique of Israeli government 'not anti-Semitism'Viral Video: The internet was left fuming with all kinds of reactions, leading to many demanding action, soon after a disturbing video of a tiger began to circulate on social media. The clip showed two men parading the big cat on a busy street, while it was tied to an elephant’s back. Yes, you read that correctly. The scene looked horrifyingly inhuman, as not only did the unusual capture looked risky for the wild animals and people on the road, but it also posed serious questions on the blatant acceptance of ‘animal cruelty’. One of the capturers was even seen twisting the wild big cat’s ears to show its face to commuters on the street. What further made the clip hard to watch was how insensitively the other capturer- along with a few people around them- was recording the tiger being paraded in all the wrong ways possible. The viral video’s caption read that the incident took place in Bihar, which only drew further outrage. However, did that actually happen, or there is more to the incident? Well, as per multiple reports, it turned out that the video was more than a decade old. The clip only recently resurfaced online and went viral. The incident unfolded in Uttarakhand in January 2011, where the man-eater tiger was reportedly responsible for ‘killing 6 people’. The tiger was later killed by the authorities, as per Free Press Journal. Regardless, concerns related to ‘animal cruelty’ still stayed strong, keeping in mind the way the capturers were behaving while ‘transporting’ the wild man-eater. As the clip went viral, many who were not aware of it being old commented and demanded action. Replying to the matter, Indian Forest Service officer Parveen Kaswan joined in to clear the confusion, as he wrote, “It’s an old video of 2011 from Ramnagar of Uttarakhand. The tiger killed 6 people and was later hunted down by authorities. It was transported on an elephant, maybe vehicles were not able to go to the place.” The clip was shared on X (formerly Twitter), by the handle ‘guru_ji_ayodhya’. The post was shared a few days ago and pulled more than a million views. Watch the viral video: The internet was quick to comment on the incident, where the reactions were a mix of outrage and confusion. Reminding netizens of the law, a user condemned the act and wrote, “This is not the place for the poor animals. Indian Tiger is an endangered animal and is listed in Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. This act gives it protection against hunting/poaching and trade for skins, bones and body parts.” Another internet user chastised the narration of the clip and commented, “Why are presenting the clip as if it’s something funny? None of this is funny.” A third netizen expressed their disappointment over the handling of the incident, as they wrote, “The incident is from Uttarakhand where the tiger was responsible for killing people. It was a man-eater. But this was also not exactly the correct way to handle the animal.” Get Latest News Live on Times Now along with Breaking News and Top Headlines from Viral and around the world.

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As the dust settled on the controversy, the focus shifted to the upcoming season and the fierce competition that lay ahead. With Zheng Qinyu and Sabalenka poised to continue their battle for supremacy on the tennis court, fans can expect an electrifying display of skill, determination, and sportsmanship in the months to come. The rivalry between these two talented players is sure to keep tennis enthusiasts on the edge of their seats, eagerly anticipating the next chapter in this thrilling saga.Vermont CISO John Toney will expand his knowledge in a new, supplemental role as a visiting fellow at the George Mason University's Antonin Scalia Law School, joining the National Security Institute (NSI)’s Cyber and Tech Security Council. Toney was first appointed to the Vermont CISO role in , following the departure of Scott Carbee who before being . The CISO position marks Toney’s first state-level information security role, but prior to this, he accrued nearly two decades of IT experience, from the private sector to the U.S. Secret Service, where he led the Philadelphia Electronic Crimes Task Force. The Cyber and Tech Security Council addresses emerging cyber threats, policy and the global security landscape; Toney’s role will involve collaboration and information sharing with leading professionals in this area. According to Toney, he viewed the visiting fellow position as an opportunity to keep growing his skill sets and knowledge as technology — and related policy — evolves. The role offers him a channel through which to hear what policymakers and federal regulators are working on in security, to better prepare and protect the state of Vermont. “It’s a way for me to give back, and also to learn from people in that room,” Toney said of the new post, emphasizing the opportunity to work with senior cybersecurity executives from the Office of the Director of National Intelligence who are members of NSI. “So, there’s a lot for me to learn, but also, I hope that I can add a practitioner’s view to the theoretical things that they’re bringing to the table.” He explained that, in contrast to the private sector, public-sector organizations’ budget constraints encourage more creativity and compromise in solutions, such as the dual use of one tool to help solve multiple problems. But collaboration is key, he said, as people in the private sector are often building high-quality tools that can be leveraged in the public sector. Toney’s experience at the Secret Service enabled a wide range of collaboration with people in the education and private sectors. In his current CISO role, he said a lot of communications with those outside state government involve a sales pitch of some kind. That was the appeal of this role with NSI at George Mason University: It is a not-for-profit organization that is not designed to sell any product. “My time belongs to the state of Vermont,” Toney said, explaining this new role is a volunteer position with a small time commitment, so it will not hinder his ability to manage his duties as CISO. Having been in the role for about six months, Toney said his work thus far has been focusing on making the state’s approach to security more proactive. The CISO is working with the cybersecurity company NuHarbor Security to explore how AI can help the state better defend itself. The state does have tools in place that use AI for threat detection. As he explained, AI is now largely embedded in all the technologies that vendors are looking to sell to the state, although the extent to which these tools are classified as AI varies. From a security standpoint, Toney emphasized the importance of ensuring the state’s data security when considering working with any vendor that claims to have AI built into their product. To resolve these questions, Toney said he works closely with Vermont Chief Data and Artificial Intelligence Officer Josiah Raiche. AI’s impact on security is two-sided, Toney said. On one side, AI helps bad actors learn and target organizations more efficiently. The problem, then, is that the speed of threat detection has not increased at the same rate. Toney is looking to find AI-powered automations in other areas, like contract review processes, to free up employee time to detect and address cybersecurity risks like malware, for a more secure Vermont.

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US sex-abuse watchdog fires investigator after learning of his arrest for stealing drug money DENVER (AP) — The U.S. Center for SafeSport abruptly fired one of its investigators last month after learning he’d been arrested for stealing money confiscated after a drug bust he was part of during his previous job as a police officer. Jason Krasley left his job with the Allentown Police Department in Pennsylvania in 2021 and was hired by the Denver-based SafeSport center to look into sensitive cases involving sex abuse and harassment. The center said it conducts multiple interviews and a “comprehensive background check” of potential employees. The center said it was looking into cases Krasley handled to make sure they were dealt with appropriately. Jim Larrañaga steps down at Miami, Bill Courtney takes over to finish season CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — Jim Larrañaga has stepped down as Miami’s men’s basketball coach effective immediately. 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The team says surgery isn't expected to be required. Dallas was eliminated from playoff contention a few hours before last weekend’s 26-24 victory over Tampa Bay. At least 65 million tune in for Netflix NFL Christmas Day games. NBA holiday ratings also skyrocket LeBron James is going to have to make room for the NFL. Wednesday’s doubleheader on Netflix set records as the most-streamed NFL games in U.S. history, with numbers nearly five times more than the NBA. The Baltimore Ravens’ 31-2 victory over the Houston Texans averaged 24.3 million while Kansas City’s 29-10 win at Pittsburgh averaged 24.1 according to early viewer figures released by Nielsen on Thursday. Nielsen also said there were 65 million U.S. viewers who tuned in for at least one minute of one of the two games. The NBA’s five-game slate averaged about 5.25 million viewers per game across ABC, ESPN and its platforms, according to the league and Nielsen. Pat Riley says the Miami Heat will not trade Jimmy Butler ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — If Jimmy Butler wants a trade, the Miami Heat have no plans to make him happy. Heat President Pat Riley — in a rare move — spoke out to address rumors Thursday, saying the team has no plans to trade Butler. It’s a clear sign that, if necessary, the team will be willing to let Butler leave as a free agent and get nothing in return. Riley says in a release distributed by the team "we usually don’t comment on rumors, but all this speculation has become a distraction to the team and is not fair to the players and coaches.” Penn State offensive coordinator Kotelnicki's creativity has the Nittany Lions humming in the CFP Penn State's offense is thriving under first-year offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki. The Nittany Lions are one of a handful of Power Four schools averaging 200 yards per game rushing and receiving heading into their College Football Playoff quarterfinal against Boise State. Penn State has one of the most unique offensive weapons in the country in tight end Tyler Warren. Warren has 92 receptions this season and has become a threat out of the backfield, rushing for 197 yards and two touchdowns. Organizers say two sailors have died in Sydney to Hobart yacht race amid wild weather conditions SYDNEY (AP) — Organizers said that two Sydney to Hobart sailors have died at sea amid wild weather conditions that forced line honors favorite Master Lock Comanche to withdraw among mass retirements. The Cruising Yacht Club of Australia, which administers the yacht race, has said that one sailor each on entrants Flying Fish Arctos and Bowline were killed after being struck by the boom, a large horizontal pole at the bottom of the sail. The race will continue as the fleet continues its passage to Constitution Dock in Hobart, with the first boats expected to arrive later on Friday or early Saturday morning. Haaland penalty failure and Fernandes red card pile on woes for City and United in Premier League Erling Haaland’s failure from the penalty spot and Bruno Fernandes’ latest red card have compounded the woes of Manchester City and Manchester United on another tough day for the two Premier League giants. City dropped more points in its improbably poor run of form by drawing 1-1 at home to Everton. Haaland had a spot kick saved by England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford. The defending champions have only won one of its last 13 games in all competitions. City is languishing in seventh place while United is 14th after a 2-0 loss at Wolverhampton. Fernandes was sent off in the 47th. First-place Liverpool beat Leicester 3-1 in foggy conditions at Anfield and leads by seven points. Simona Halep withdraws from Australian Open qualifying because of knee and shoulder pain MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Two-time Grand Slam champion Simona Halep has pulled out of Australian Open qualifying and a tuneup tournament in Auckland, New Zealand, because of pain in her knee and shoulder. Thursday's news represents the latest interruption of her comeback from a drug suspension. Halep posted on social media that she was feeling poorly after participating in an exhibition event in Abu Dhabi. The 33-year-old Romanian said she is planning to next enter the Transylvania Open in her home country, where play begins Feb. 3. Halep was granted a wild-card entry for qualifying in the Australian Open last week. Mahomes throws 3 TDs as Chiefs clinch AFC's top seed by breezing past the skidding Steelers 29-10 PITTSBURGH (AP) — Patrick Mahomes passed for 320 yards and three touchdowns and the Kansas City Chiefs locked up the top seed in the AFC for the fourth time in seven seasons with a 29-10 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. The two-time defending Super Bowl champions raced to an early 13-point lead and were never really threatened by the Steelers (10-6). Pittsburgh has dropped three straight to see its chances of capturing the AFC North take another hit. Travis Kelce caught eight passes for 84 yards and a touchdown. Kelce also became the third tight end in NFL history to reach 1,000 receptions, joining Tony Gonzalez and Jason Witten.

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The states that saw the most active attacks against two years ago certified the results of this year’s races without controversy this week, prompting the Arizona secretary of state to proclaim that “election denialism” is a thing of the past. Others said they weren’t so sure. Certification proceeded normally this year in part because won the presidential race, quieting his supporters after he had making that he could . The statewide certification votes Tuesday in Nevada and New Mexico follow a vote Monday to certify the results in Arizona. In all three states, the was tumultuous during the when Democrats won most statewide offices. Those controversies followed attempts by Trump and his allies to in Michigan, Georgia and in 2020, disrupting what until then had been a routine administrative process. This year, some who have been the most vocal in questioning the integrity of elections have instead been celebrating Trump’s victory. “The results are being accepted in the manner that they are, in part, because those who have been eroding trust or casting doubt on the integrity of U.S. elections have a result they feel good about,” said David Levine, a former local election official in Idaho who now advises on election administration issues. “Hopefully we can get back to a place where Americans can feel confident in the results even if it’s one they disagree with.” On Tuesday, Nevada and New Mexico certified their statewide results with little discussion. During Monday’s certification in Arizona, reflected on the lack of controversy this year. “I think the age of election denialism, for all intents and purposes, is dead,” he said. Sitting next to Fontes, state Attorney General Kris Mayes, a fellow Democrat, said she was more skeptical. Her Republican opponent in 2022 spent two years . “Do I think election denialism is dead? No, I don’t,” she said. “We’ll see over the next couple of election cycles what happens, but I don’t think we’re there yet.” Public confidence in elections has dropped since Trump challenged his loss in 2020 and made false claims of widespread fraud, . Some Republicans began targeting the certification process, when local and state boards certify the results after local election officials provide them with the final tally of votes. A firestorm erupted in Georgia over the summer when the state election board, with a new pro-Trump majority, the certification process with changes later blocked by the courts. While certification battles did not surface , a vocal segment within the Republican Party remains deeply skeptical of election processes, particularly of the availability of mail ballots and the use of ballot scanners to tally votes. During a forum Monday on the social platform X led by the group Cause of America, the group’s director expressed doubt about voting equipment. Shawn Smith, who also is a retired Air Force colonel, argued the certification process suppresses legitimate concerns and goes against “the sovereignty of the people.” Although not as widespread as four years ago, this sentiment did surface sporadically at the local level this month. In Washoe County, Nevada, which includes Reno and voted narrowly for Vice President Kamala Harris, the vote to certify the results was 3-1 with one abstention. Commissioner Jeanne Herman has consistently voted against certification and did not make a public comment about her vote this year. Commissioner Mike Clark, a staunch Trump supporter who had also previously voted against certification, said he would abstain and left before the vote. “I am not an election denier and clearly the person I wanted to win, won this state,” Clark said before leaving the meeting. “However, that does not mean that all the protocols were followed and that we can truly certify the election.” Such skepticism, whether in Nevada or elsewhere, leaves the door open to certification disputes during future elections. The questioning of election results isn’t limited to Republicans. Even though Harris quickly conceded after , online posts among her supporters continue to raise concerns about her loss. One Reddit community that has amassed 23,000 members features a steady drumbeat of Democrats scrutinizing a result they can’t believe is real. Some posting in the group have issued calls to contact Harris and her running mate to ask them to demand a recount or otherwise object to the outcome. Among the battlegrounds, Michigan was among those where and his allies for Democrat Joe Biden amid false claims of fraud and manipulation. Two Republican members of the Wayne County Board of Canvassers who initially opposed certification eventually relented. The state board of canvassers eventually voted to certify, even after one Republican member abstained. This year, the state board voted on Nov. 22 in favor of certifying and praised the state’s election workers. In Georgia, Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger certified his state’s results on Nov. 22. Four years ago, the Republican state official was facing from Trump and his allies to investigate their unsubstantiated claims of fraud. Also certifying results Tuesday, and doing so unanimously, was the state Board of Elections in North Carolina. It was the only presidential battleground state won by Trump in 2020 — and the only one where he and his allies didn’t make claims of fraud. ___ Cassidy reported from Atlanta. 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Bears interim coach Thomas Brown insists he's focused on task at hand and not what his future holds( ) stock tumbled late Tuesday despite the computer hardware company reporting fiscal fourth quarter earnings that met expectations and better-than-expected sales. The company's profit guidance was lower than expected. HP said in a news release that it earned an adjusted 93 cents per share on sales of $14.05 billion, up 1.7% year-over-year, for the October-ended quarter. Analysts polled by FactSet projected the Palo Alto, Calif.-based company would post adjusted earnings of 93 cents per share on sales of $13.99 billion. For the same period a year earlier, HP posted adjusted earnings of 90 cents per share on sales of $13.82 billion. "We are pleased with our Q4 performance where we saw revenue growth for the second consecutive quarter, driven by steady progress in Personal Systems and Print," President and CEO Enrique Lores said in a news release. For the current quarter, HP guided for adjusted earnings of 73 cents per share at the midpoint of its range. Analysts were projecting 85 cents per share adjusted earnings for the January-ending quarter, according to FactSet. HP said in a news release that its guidance excludes 13 cents per share "primarily related to restructuring and other charges." On the , HP stock shed more than 7% to 36.09 in recent after-hours action. HP Stock Up 30% This Year Prior to earnings, HP stock fell a half-percent in regular Tuesday trading. Shares have gained 30.4% this year, helped by optimism that AI will help restart following an industry slump in 2022 and . HP's previous July-ended quarter ended a streak of eight quarters where sales declined. Coming into the report, HP stock had an IBD Composite Rating of 55 out of 99, according to . The score combines five separate proprietary ratings into one rating. The best growth stocks have a Composite Rating of 90 or better. Further, HP's IBD Relative Strength Rating was 81 out of 99. The RS Rating means that HP has outperformed 81% of all stocks in IBD's database over the past year. HP stock broke out above a 39.52 consolidation pattern buy point on Monday but closed below that level Tuesday, according to .

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CNBC Daily Open: Small- and mid-caps stole the limelight last weekREDWOOD SHORES, Calif. , Dec. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Reichman Jorgensen Lehman & Feldberg LLP (RJLF) has filed a lawsuit on behalf of a coalition of manufacturers, businesses, affordable housing interests, and workers seeking to prevent enforcement of South Coast Air Quality Management District regulations that effectively ban certain gas appliances. The plaintiffs, representing thousands of California residents, businesses, and workers, include Rinnai America Corporation , Noritz America Corporation , National Association of Homebuilders , California Manufacturers & Technology Association , California Restaurant Association , California Hotel & Lodging Association , and California Apartment Association , all represented by RJLF and Sean Kneafsey of the Kneafsey Law Firm . Californians for Homeownership is represented by Matt Gelfand , Restaurant Law Center is represented by Angelo Amador , and the California State Pipe Trades Council by McCracken, Stemerman & Holsberry . The coalition's suit asserts that the District's zero-NOx emissions rule for certain appliances, which effectively bans those gas appliances, is preempted by the federal Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) and should be blocked. The District's rule not only effectively mandates the use of electric appliances in new buildings but also forces costly retrofits to electric in existing buildings when appliances are replaced. This rule threatens the reliability and affordability of energy for millions of Californians, will impose enormous costs and disruption on businesses and workers, and will reduce the availability of affordable housing. Earlier this year, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit held that Berkeley, California's ban on gas piping in new buildings was preempted by EPCA ( California Restaurant Association v. City of Berkeley , 89 F.4th 1094 (9th Cir. 2024)) . The District's rule is legally indistinguishable, and the same result applies. "This case is pivotal to reinforcing the federal and state roles in setting national energy policy," said Sarah Jorgensen , lead counsel for the plaintiffs at RJLF. "The District's mandate for electric appliances in both new construction and forced retrofits not only jeopardizes our clients' work, business, and interests but also disregards established federal law. California must comply with the law." The case is Rinnai America Corp. et al. v. South Coast Air Quality Management District , No. 2:24-cv-10482 , in the United States District Court for the Central District of California . About Reichman Jorgensen Lehman & Feldberg LLP Reichman Jorgensen Lehman & Feldberg LLP (RJLF) is a national trial firm that handles high-stakes energy, commercial, intellectual property, and white collar disputes. The firm is majority women-owned, reinventing the practice of law without the billable hour in favor of fee arrangements that align client interests. RJLF's attorneys are diverse, exceptionally credentialed, and passionate about trial advocacy. From offices in Silicon Valley, New York , Washington, D.C. , Austin , and Atlanta , the firm tries cases and argues appeals throughout the country. For more information, visit www.reichmanjorgensen.com . Contact Sarah Jorgensen sjorgensen@reichmanjorgensen.com (650) 623-1403 View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/reichman-jorgensen-lehman--feldberg-leads-suit-against-south-coast-air-quality-management-districts-effective-ban-on-certain-gas-appliances-302324441.html SOURCE Reichman Jorgensen Lehman & Feldberg LLPOne of the key highlights of HKC's 6.67-inch Micro LED direct display panel is its direct-viewing capability. Unlike traditional displays that require backlighting or color filters, Micro LED technology allows each pixel to emit its own light, resulting in vibrant colors, high contrast ratios, and wide viewing angles. This direct-viewing feature not only enhances the visual experience but also enables the display to be used in a variety of applications, including automotive displays, AR/VR devices, and wearable technology.

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will unveil a refreshed frontbench line-up in late January, with Bill Shorten’s exit from parliament opening the door to a junior minister being promoted, months out from the next federal election. Senior government sources, who asked not to be named so they could speak freely, say Albanese is considering two options for his frontbench shake-up, with responsibility for Shorten’s former portfolios of Government Services and the NDIS to be handed on as the federal election is not due until May 2025. Anika Wells, Matt Keogh, Amanda Rishworth and Mark Butler are all being considered to assume outgoing Bill Shorten’s responsibilities. Credit: In the reshuffle, government sources said the first and more likely option was that Social Services Minister Amanda Rishworth and Health Minister Mark Butler would be handed responsibility for one of each of the portfolios, with NDIS a better fit for Rishworth as the disability agency is part of her department. This would mean the number of cabinet ministers would shrink from 23 to 22 people. The second option being considered is promoting a member of the outer ministry, with Queensland-based Aged Care and Sports Minister Anika Wells and WA-based Veterans and Defence Personnel Minister Matt Keogh considered the frontrunners. Both are in the Labor Right faction, like Shorten. Loading Opposition Leader Peter Dutton must also replace a senior shadow minister on his frontbench after opposition Senate leader and foreign affairs spokesman Simon Birmingham announced on Thursday that he was quitting politics. The first details of how Albanese could recast his frontbench have emerged after a successful end to the parliamentary year for the government, which included the passing of 31 new laws on the final day , after months of delay and lengthy negotiations with the Coalition or the Greens and the crossbench. As parliament wound down for the year, Labor won Senate votes on housing, food prices and a ban on social media apps for under 16s, and other measures. Albanese and Treasurer Jim Chalmers have to release a mid-year budget update before Christmas that could foreshadow more cost-of-living relief, while Dutton has hinted at more detail on the opposition’s nuclear and housing policies before Christmas too. Either scenario would mean that Victoria’s influence around the cabinet table would be reduced with Shorten’s exit, but Labor hopes to gain seats in Queensland and hold on to the swag of seats it picked up in Western Australia in 2022. Promoting a talented new minister from Queensland or WA is seen, internally, as tactically astute and unlikely to cause a fuss, whereas promoting another NSW MP to cabinet at the expense of Victoria would likely put noses out of joint. Shorten’s combined portfolios of the NDIS and Government Services were given to him when Labor won government as he had been one of the disability insurance scheme’s earliest champions. He had also been a frontrunner in pursuing and supporting the robo-debt royal commission, which made Government Services a natural fit. The government sources said the prime minister would ponder the changes during a short Christmas break. Dutton, like Albanese, is expected to be back at work by early January as both men gear up for what is widely expected to be a close election in which a hung parliament is considered a distinct possibility given the size of the crossbench. Both leaders are also planning, at this stage, to make major policy announcements in the second half of January, with a prime ministerial appearance at the National Press Club around Australia Day pencilled in and some members of both main parties anticipating an election to be called days later, though Albanese has indicated he is leaning towards May. Loading The most recent Resolve Political Monitor conducted for this masthead in early November showed the opposition’s primary vote had risen by one percentage point to 39 per cent, while Labor’s held steady at 30 per cent. These primary votes would deliver either major party, at best, a razor-thin majority in the next parliament. While Dutton will feel the loss of Birmingham, a former finance, education, trade and tourism minister at various times under Scott Morrison and Malcolm Turnbull, the need to replace a foreign affairs spokesperson heading into a domestic political campaign is less urgent. While Liberal deputy leader Sussan Ley and shadow cabinet ministers Jane Hume, James Paterson and Dan Tehan have all been put forward as possible replacements for Birmingham , moving shadow ministers from domestic portfolios months out from an election could disrupt the shadow expenditure review committee process that is now working on election policies. Another option would be for Dutton to take the portfolio in a caretaker capacity, or for former shadow cabinet minister Julian Leeser to be returned to the frontbench while former ambassador and foreign policy wonk Dave Sharma would be handed an assistant role. Cut through the noise of federal politics with news, views and expert analysis. Subscribers can sign up to our weekly Inside Politics newsletter . Save Log in , register or subscribe to save articles for later. License this article Political leadership Anthony Albanese For subscribers James Massola is national affairs editor. He has previously been Sunday political correspondent and South-East Asia correspondent. Connect via Twitter , Facebook or email . Most Viewed in Politics LoadingLOS ANGELES — He’d been battered for weeks, lingering on the turf in pain at various points in previous wins over Nebraska and UCLA, always game enough to return a few players later after gingerly limping off. But running back Woody Marks, long USC’s Iron Man at running back, couldn’t return after another blow Saturday against Notre Dame. After a first-quarter handoff for nine yards, Marks laid on the turf for a few beats before stumbling to his feet, appearing slightly disoriented as he entered a medical tent on USC’s sideline. He eventually returned to the sideline as redshirt freshman Quinten Joyner took his place, but walked off into the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum tunnel at the two-minute mark of the first half as the CBS broadcast reported he’d be out for the rest of the afternoon . It was a massive loss for USC’s offense, and could’ve served as the end of Marks’ time in a Trojans jersey depending on his bowl-game decision. If so, what a run it has been for the Mississippi State transfer: finishing with 1,133 yards on the ground in 12 games, putting together one of the more complete seasons by any USC running back in recent memory. They came marching one by one down the barrel of the Coliseum, adorned with wreaths of honor, USC’s Easton Mascarenas-Arnold and Jaylin Smith and Woody Marks all exchanging hugs with Lincoln Riley as an early crowd erupted in claps for its program pillars. It was a moment of levity, USC honoring beloved seniors Saturday afternoon on the final day of its regular season. It was also, however, a sobering reality. With Mascarenas-Arnold, Smith and Marks went 138 combined tackles and four interceptions and 1,421 yards from scrimmage; with left guard Emmanuel Pregnon and center Jonah Monheim went two crucial pieces of a much-improved Trojans offensive line. Walking out from the tunnel on Senior Day, certainly, doesn’t provide an end-all, be-all on players’ futures. But it gave a hint, certainly, that several names who still carried eligibility – Mascarenas-Arnold, Smith, wide receiver Kyron Hudson – could be moving on come the winter. “We’ll have a few guys, obviously, who will have some decisions to make on if they go pro or if they stay and play another year,” Riley said Tuesday, when asked how he might adjust USC’s offensive personnel in the offseason. “Not a ton, but we’ve got a couple guys that have those decisions. We’ll just see. We’re going to try to get the right talent in here.” USC will be hard-pressed to add that talent, certainly, as eyes turn ahead to a bowl-game slot and the 2025 season. If every player honored on USC’s announced Senior Day graphic moves on , either via the NFL draft or the transfer portal, USC stands to lose 17 players from its offense, defense and special teams who started Saturday against Notre Dame. Here’s the breakdown: Offense: WR Kyle Ford, TE Lake McRee, RB Woody Marks, C Jonah Monheim, LG Emmanuel Pregnon, RT Mason Murphy, WR Kyron Hudson Defense: S Akili Arnold, LB Easton Mascarenas-Arnold, LB Mason Cobb, CB Jacobe Covington, DT Nate Clifton, DT Gavin Meyer, CB Jaylin Smith, CB Greedy Vance Jr. Special teams: P Eddie Czaplicki, K Michael Lantz It’s still probable, as Riley mentioned, that a few of those names elect to stay at USC for another season. McRee, Murphy and Hudson, in particular, are redshirt juniors and would likely see their draft stock elevated by a return for a prominent senior year at USC. Still, the Trojans will have major work to do in the transfer portal and with depth development this offseason, particularly at center, replacing Monheim, and cornerback. Related Articles Not a day after the NFL’s Chicago Bears canned head coach Matt Eberflus following a 23-20 loss to the Detroit Lions , former star quarterback and No. 1 overall draft pick Caleb Williams was back at the Coliseum on for his USC jersey-retirement ceremony in a palate cleanser of a Saturday afternoon. Williams, the Heisman Trophy winner who conquered opposing defenses and NIL riches in his time at USC, took a moment to thank the Coliseum crowd upon leading the Trojans out of the tunnel Saturday. “Number 13 is back,” Williams announced over the PA, speaking in a microphone to wide cheers. “And not only – is in the rafters now, because of all of you.”

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To some crime news and a WA man who allegedly had an hour’s worth of child exploitation videos on his phone will appear in court today. An AFP investigation began in November after the 24-year-old man arrived at Perth International Airport following a holiday in the Philippines. The man and his luggage were examined by Australian Border Force officers, who allegedly found 21 videos containing child abuse material on his phone. He was taken to Perth Watch House before being charged with one count of possessing child exploitation material and released on bail. The maximum penalty for the offence is seven years’ imprisonment. AFP Detective Acting Superintendent Andrea Coleman said the victims suffered each time images or videos of their abuse was viewed or downloaded “To those who wish to prop up this vile industry for their own gratification – the AFP and its partners will find you,” she said. ABF Acting Superintendent John Sweet said protecting the most vulnerable members of the community from the “abhorrent” industry would always be a priority. Members of the public who have information about people involved in child abuse are urged to contact the ACCCE . If you know abuse is happening right now or a child is at risk, call police immediately on 000. Here’s what’s making headlines today: Police and members of the Jewish community outside the Adass Israel synagogue on Friday. Credit: Simon Schluter It’s a top of 29 degrees today, with next week’s forecast looking well and truly like summer. Good morning all and welcome to this week’s last live blog! This morning, court reporter Rebecca Peppiatt has revealed more on why 28-year-old influencer Andre Rebelo killed his mother. The jury delivered a guilty verdict on Thursday afternoon, ending a trial that lasted several months. A court sketch of Andre Rebelo during his murder trial in the Supreme Court of Western Australia. Credit: Anne Barnetson Politics reporter Hamish Hastie has written that The West Australian is considering the future of Perth Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas’ weekly column. Today, his 10 Things column was still there, but it was right next to a similar one written by Deputy Premier Rita Saffioti. And, in case you missed it yesterday, a Bunbury woman who was awarded more than a million dollars in damages after successfully claiming she had suffered injury as a result of eating hot chips laced with caustic soda, will now get less than half the payout. Stay with us as more news breaks.RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Jaden Green and Geoffrey Jamiel scored on long plays in the fourth quarter and unseeded Lehigh rallied to defeat No. 9 Richmond 20-16 on Saturday in a first-round game of the FCS playoffs. Lehigh advances to a second-round game at eighth-seeded Idaho on Dec. 7. The Mountain Hawks trailed 16-7 early in the fourth quarter after Richmond's Sean Clarke scored on a 7-yard pass from Camden Coleman. Green dashed 65 yards for a touchdown on the next play from scrimmage and Lehigh trailed 16-14 with 10 1/2 minutes remaining. The Mountain Hawks (9-3) forced a three-and-out, then Jamiel and Hayden Johnson connected on a 56-yard pass play for the go-ahead touchdown. The Spiders were stopped short of midfield on their final drive but nearly came up with a huge play when Lehigh's Quanye Veney muffed the punt at his own 14-yard line. Ignatious Williams recovered the loose ball for Lehigh to preserve the win. Johnson completed 14 of 18 passes for 199 yards. Jamiel caught 10 for 137 yards. Coleman was 24-of-37 passing for 199 yards. Zach Palmer-Smith had 107 yards rushing for Richmond (10-3). Richmond had 249 yards of total offense in the first half but managed only three short field goals by Sean O'Haire. The scoring drives were 76, 70 and 64 yards and Richmond controlled the ball for nearly 21 minutes in the first half. Lehigh took a 7-6 lead on Johnson's 7-yard TD pass to Logan Galletta, but the Spiders answered with O'Haire's third field goal for a 9-7 halftime lead. This is 13-time Patriot League champion Lehigh's first playoff appearance since 2017. Lehigh and Richmond will have a rematch in the 2025 season opener at Lehigh. It will be Richmond's debut as a member of the Patriot League. Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-footballThe Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs responded to inquiries about the restriction of airspace by emphasizing the government's unwavering commitment to defending the country's sovereignty. In a press conference held on Monday, spokesperson Wang Wenbin reiterated that the measures taken by the People's Liberation Army were necessary to safeguard China's national security interests and prevent any potential threats to the country's territorial integrity.

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