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Trump says he 'can't guarantee' tariffs won't raises prices, he won't restrict abortion pills: Top takeawaysThe opposition Labour Party; Peoples Democratic Party and others, on Thursday, lampooned the ruling All Progressives Congress over the country’s worsening poverty. The condemnation by the opposition parties followed a viral video showing long queues of Nigerians seeking foodstuffs at President Bola Tinubu’s Bourdillon residence in Lagos on Christmas Eve. Senator Ali Ndume, who shared the video on Wednesday via his official X account, said it highlighted the economic struggles facing the nation. The video showed a mammoth crowd standing or sitting down in long queues at Bourdillon Raod in Ikoyi, Lagos, where Tinubu’s house is located. Ndume, a member of the ruling APC, remarked, “Queues for presidential handouts at Bourdillon on Christmas Eve highlight a sobering reality. Poverty knows no tribe, religion, politics, or region. It is a universal challenge that demands collective action and sustainable solutions.” The development comes in the wake of tragic stampedes at food distribution events in Oyo, Anambra, and Abuja, where over 50 persons died. Reacting to the development, the Labour Party’s National Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifoh, said it was sad that the ruling APC was turning more Nigerians into beggars by the day. Ifoh challenged the APC to come out of its denial and “come to terms with the reality that there is too much poverty, hunger, and oppression in the system.” “The statistics are out there for everybody to see. In fact, not too many people even understand that it is the season of Christmas. So, don’t be surprised at the sight of people going to queue at Bourdillon. A time will come when even able-bodied men wearing suits and ties will also carry plates to beg at his residence. “Imagine having to buy a bag of rice for Christmas at N100,000. What I am saying is that it is now clear to the blind and audible to the deaf that there is hunger in the land. Even the government itself has acknowledged it. “The international community has also given out statistics to show that the poverty level in Nigeria is second to India, which has over a billion population. Nigeria has just 240 million people. But our poverty level is over 40 per cent, and there is over 70 per cent unemployment in Nigeria. So, it is no longer news.” Also, LP’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, expressed concern about the deepening poverty in the country. Obi, speaking through his media aide, Umar Ibrahim, said it was sad that President Bola Tinubu’s harsh economic policies were reducing more Nigerians to beggars. “This reality is a stark contrast to what one would expect from a country with such potential and resources. The lack of effective governance is evident in the government’s failure to provide basic necessities, infrastructure, and opportunities for its citizens. It’s heartbreaking to see a nation with so much promise struggling to provide for its people,” he said. Also, the Deputy National Youth Leader of the PDP, Timothy Osadolor, accused President Tinubu’s administration of weaponizing poverty. He warned that Nigerians might get to the point of desperation where they would turn against the political elite. Related News Improve regulator-industry engagement, experts urge govt No French military presence in Nigeria, FG replies Niger president Tchiani Tinubu condoles Jigawa gov over mother’s death “I have always been of the opinion, and I seem to feel it, that this Presidency, as led by Bola Tinubu, has weaponised poverty and hunger to the point that Nigerians need to beg with a pleading hand to survive. And the man has reduced the dignity of the common man to the pauper state, where they lack basic dignity and self-sufficiency. So, people have to resort to begging. “President Tinubu’s APC administration has weaponized poverty. They unleashed hunger and hardship on Nigerians with their failed economic policies. The man has weaponised poverty and hunger to the point that you need to come to Bourdillon in Lagos to be able to afford a square meal a day or to get handouts. Across the country, they have created fields of strongmen who hand out arms and food to beggars or Nigerians they have reduced to beggars. “It is most despicable, it is inhuman, it is insensitive. And it borders on insensitivity for any sane government to encourage armed begging and the dehumanisation of human character and dignity in such a beautiful form as this government and this presidency have done,” Osadolor said. He warned that a time may come “when people will stop begging for food, they will eat those who are giving it to them, or go after the political elites, especially members of the APC because they caused the hardship, and that is where Nigerians are heading, if we are not careful.” Speaking in a similar vein, the National Publicity Secretary of the Young People’s Party, Egbeola Martins, said Nigerians had never had it so bad. “Things have never been this bad,” Martins said. He called on the APC-led government to urgently review its economic policies before things got completely out of hand. He said, “We are still very much insistent on the fact that there is a need to review some of the anti-masses policies that have actually impoverished Nigerians. We are particularly concerned about the subsidy removal policy, especially with the benefit of hindsight, even though it was once a major position of critical stakeholders in the past. “The implementation has shown that it leaves a lot to be desired. The pain this has caused Nigerians is excruciating. In our opinion, there is nothing wrong with the government reviewing this policy, especially the subsidy removal.” But the ruling APC dismissed the criticisms, accusing the opposition of trying to incite Nigerians against the President by mischaracterising his longstanding generosity. Speaking to The PUNCH, the APC National Publicity Director, Bala Ibrahim, said, “Tinubu has been doing this thing for ages. This is not the first time he is doing it. But this time, because he is the President, it has become extremely conspicuous, and everybody is looking at it differently. “If it was something he initiated just after he became the President, then it can be a story for discussion. But he has been doing this thing for long. Anybody who knows Tinubu knows that he is a person that is naturally generous. He likes extending help and support to people in need. “In fact, I think he inherited it because his mother was also doing the same. Nobody is saying that there is no hardship in the land. But that is not a reason for people to make jest of those who intend to genuinely help, especially people who have been doing so for long.” Ibrahim, who said Tinubu’s name is synonymous with generosity, sympathy, and help, accused the opposition of always seeking fault in the President. “The only difference between what he was doing then and now is that his current palliative is coming with a presidential tag. The Bourdillon we know now is not the same as yesterday. It is a Bourdillon that now houses the President of the country. “There was a time he was accused of stationing a bullion van in front of his house and giving people money. Why wasn’t that painted in the same light as this? Now that he is doing it as a President, it has become a big story. “The opposition and critics are just grandstanding. The truth is that if there were to be an announcement and he says he is also extending this hand to the opposition, they will queue up. Their own is to amass wealth to eat alone. But this is a man who feels for the ordinary man,” Ibrahim said.

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After multiple winters of futility, the San Francisco Giants have found a free agent willing to take gobs of their money. Shortstop Willy Adames, formerly of the Milwaukee Brewers, and the Giants . The deal was first reported by ESPN. The deal, which has yet to be confirmed by the Giants, is the largest in franchise history and the first major move under the team’s new president of baseball operations, Buster Posey. Adames, ranked fifth on , was considered by some to be the market’s second-best offensive player behind only superstar slugger Juan Soto. In the past two offseasons, San Francisco, then under former POBO Farhan Zaidi, made spirited charges at the market's biggest fish. At every turn, the Giants struck out or were thwarted by fate. Aaron Judge used the Giants as leverage before returning to the Bronx. Shohei Ohtani considered San Francisco but always had his sights set on Los Angeles. And in December 2022, a pact with Carlos Correa was bizarrely scuttled at the 11th hour after a medical revealed issues with the shortstop’s ankle. He signed with the Minnesota Twins instead. But now, finally, the Giants have an offensive catalyst to try to build around. Adames, who finished 10th in NL MVP voting this season, represents an obvious fit for a team in dire need of firepower. The ebullient 29-year-old has clubbed 112 home runs since the start of 2022, tied with Corey Seager for the most by a shortstop over that span. Offensively, Adames’ 2024 season was one of his best, with career highs in home runs and RBI. He has always been a high-strikeout player, but he offers rare juice for a shortstop. The Giants will take any power they can get. In 2024, San Francisco finished middling or worse in most offensive categories. Finishing one game below .500, the club was competent but painfully forgettable and well off the torrid pace set by the Dodgers, Padres and Diamondbacks in the NL West. That regrettable finish led to Zaidi’s ouster and the shocking entrance of Posey, a franchise legend and likely Hall of Famer who last played in 2021. Since taking over, the new head honcho has been vocal about his desire to reestablish a winning culture by the Bay. Adames, beloved and respected around baseball as a great clubhouse presence, will help with that goal. Still, this landmark contract registers as something of a surprise. Multiple reports earlier this offseason indicated that the Giants expected a reduction in payroll entering 2025. That said, even with Adames’ $26 million per year, San Francisco is approximately $26 million under its $206 million outlay from last season. For Adames, the deal is a big win. Most projections had his average annual value pegged correctly, but few predicted a seventh year. The total surpasses the seven-year, $177 million pact Dansby Swanson and the Cubs inked before the 2023 season, a contract that many saw as a potential comp here. Adames had voiced a willingness to move to other infield positions if needed, but that won’t be necessary at Oracle Park, as hot-corner wizard Matt Chapman recently agreed to an extension that will keep him in San Francisco through 2030. Whether Posey and the Giants are finished spending this winter remains to be seen. The club has a number of glaring needs, most notably a power-oriented corner outfielder and another starting pitcher to replace the departed Blake Snell. As currently constructed, the Giants remain behind Los Angeles and San Diego in the NL West picture. The Adames deal is good, but Posey and Co. should keep going.The Nassau II championship game was stuck in a tie Friday night at Hofstra’s Shuart Stadium, and it was fourth-and 6 for Carey at its own 47 in the third quarter. 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Subscribe Search Search Sort by Relevance Title Date Subscribe ALBAWABA - Following right-wing criticism, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu looks to be poised to fire Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi. Netanyahu ousted Defense Minister Yoav Gallant earlier this year. Also Read Which countries to arrest Netanyahu and which offered asylum following ICC arrest warrant? Netanyahu denied security document leaks from his office in a Saturday broadcast address, calling the situation a “political smear campaign” against him and his allies. The Prime Minister claimed security officials withheld vital information for political reasons. Netanyahu defended his spokesperson, Eliezer Feldstein, for leaking a fake document alleging a Hamas escape scheme, calling it a coordinated attack on his political base. Halevi's recommendations to change Gaza military operations have sparked right-wing criticism and media coverage over the past year. 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Here, after all, we have a hecto-billionaire with massive federal contracts via SpaceX—and whose carmaker, Tesla, likely wouldn’t have survived without generous state and federal subsidies—serving as an advisor to an incoming president on how the government should be spending its money , or not. Sununu told Bash he liked that Musk is an “outsider”—an interesting choice of words—who is “not looking for anything.” When she challenged that notion, he responded, “The guy is worth $450 billion” and therefore is “so rich he’s removed from the potential financial influence.” “I don’t think he’s doing it for the money,” Sununu said. “He’s doing it for the bigger project and the bigger vision of America.” The exchange is worth a listen: BASH: One of the concerns is that Elon Musk has billions tied up in govt contracts. 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Here he was talking about a conference he’d just spoken at—an annual shindig hosted by Mitt Romney and attended by loads of Fortune 500 CEOs and billionaires with names you’d know, in addition to former presidents and senators and other power players. “I’m very well off, so I certainly don’t need to be working and doing all that stuff, and I’ve got a beautiful home down by the ocean. But when I spend the weekend with people that probably have a minimum net worth of $500 million, at some point I just have to leave, because you can feel in the discussion the measure is how big you are... In those situations it’s always about what spectacular thing have you done, invented, created: What do you do? “Well, I own 35 mobile home parks free and clear, and we built them, and we’re going green with all of them. And it’s really been a great, wonderful thing.” And the guy’s 40 years old, and that’s a true story... 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Now, at year’s end, it is $437 billion . The “biggest boat” has been identified. It’s Elon and it ain’t even close and Musk would like to keep it that way and his relationship with Trump helps him do that. So Sununu can spare us the “greater project” nonsense. This is a dick-measuring contest, no more, no less.

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UFC president Dana White, a longtime vocal supporter of President-elect Donald Trump, said recently he most likely won’t get involved in politics again. In an interview with the New Yorker after UFC 309 on Saturday in New York , White told the outlet he’s “done with politics.” In addition to receiving support from White throughout the run-up to this year’s election, Trump, often seen sitting ringside for UFC events, had the UFC frontman introduce him on the final night of the Republican National Convention in July . “He’s fighting for the future of this country, and he’s concerned about interrupting my family trip,” White said at the convention. “That’s the President Trump that I know, a man that truly cares about people.” However, that might have been the final time White, a friend of Trump for more than 25 years, helps with presidential campaigns.

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The NBA got viewers for Christmas, even while going up against NFL games. The NBA's five-game Christmas lineup was the league's most-watched in five years, with the games averaging about 5.25 million viewers per game across ABC, ESPN and its platforms, the league said Thursday based on Nielsen's preliminary numbers. Recommended Videos It's an 84% rise over the NBA's Christmas numbers from 2023. The Los Angeles Lakers’ 115-113 victory over the Golden State Warriors — a game pitting Olympic teammates LeBron James and Stephen Curry — averaged 7.76 million viewers and peaked with about 8.32 million viewers toward the end of the contest, the league said. Those numbers represent the most-watched NBA regular season game in five years. “I love the NFL,” James said in his televised postgame interview Wednesday night. “But Christmas is our day.” The NBA said all five Christmas games on its schedule — San Antonio at New York in Victor Wembanyama's holiday debut, Minnesota at Dallas, Philadelphia at Boston, Denver at Phoenix and Lakers-Warriors — saw year-over-year viewership increases. Wednesday's numbers pushed NBA viewership for the season across ESPN platforms to up 4% over last season. The league also saw more than 500 million video views on its social media platforms Wednesday, a new record. For the NBA, those are all good signs amid cries that NBA viewership is hurting. “Ratings are down a bit at beginning of the season. But cable television viewership is down double digits so far this year versus last year," NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said earlier this month. “You know, we’re almost at the inflection point where people are watching more programing on streaming than they are on traditional television. And it’s a reason why for our new television deals, which we enter into next year, every game is going to be available on a streaming service.” Part of that new package of television deals that the NBA is entering into next season also increases the number of regular season games broadcast on television from 15 to 75. ___ AP NBA: https://www.apnews.com/hub/NBANonehave become gadgets that do not only track time. For the past decade, they evolved to be an all-around tool with improved technology for health tracking and emergency alert features. Your grandma or grandpa might need one someday. Here is a list of top smartwatches for older adults that could give peace of mind and practicality to them. Best Smartwatches For Seniors Medical Guardian MGMove – Best for Caregiver Monitoring The Medical Guardian MGMove smartwatch is a versatile device for older adults. It features 24/7 emergency response features and caregiver tools, making it perfect for safety and connectivity. Main Features Pros Cons Apple Watch Series 9 with Lively Plan – Most Advanced Smartwatch The offers excellent health monitoring, including ECG functionality and a blood oxygen sensor. Paired with the Lively plan, it becomes a powerful medical alert device. Main Features Pros Cons Although it's a very expensive smartwatch for older adults, it's the real deal since it's ideal for tech-savvy seniors looking for premium health and safety features. Bay Alarm Medical SOS Smartwatch – Best for Tech-Adverse Seniors is easy to use for seniors who are not that keen on technology. Main Features Pros Cons This smartwatch is suitable for seniors who need simplicity without sacrificing safety. Which Smartwatch is Right for You? Choosing the best smartwatch for seniors depends on individual needs: Invest in a smartwatch that gives the elderly peace of mind so they can live better for the rest of their lives. You have so many choices and don't let our list slide in your wishlist or your granny's wishlist. To complete our all-senior article, you can also check our previous report about the . Most of them are puzzle-based games that seniors can enjoy in their free time.

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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MAX Power Mining Corp. ( CSE: MAXX ; OTC: MAXXF ; FRANKFURT: 89N ) (" MAX Power ” or the " Company ”) reports that it closed the previously announced non-brokered private placement (originally announced on November 21, 2024 and increased on November 26, 2024). Pursuant to the offering (the "Offering") the Company issued an aggregate of 6,000,000 units (the "Units") at a price of $0.20 per Unit for gross proceeds to MAX Power of $1,200.000. Mr. Mansoor Jan, MAX Power CEO, commented: "We welcome new strategic investors to MAX Power and we thank all shareholders for their continued support of an increasingly prolific opportunity in the Natural Hydrogen space with our sharp focus on Saskatchewan. I'm returning to the province the week of December 9 as we further advance important initiatives on multiple fronts.” Private Placement Terms Each Unit will consist of one common share in the capital of the Company and one-half of one non-transferable common share purchase warrant (each whole common share purchase warrant, a "Warrant”). Each whole Warrant will be exercisable to acquire one share at an exercise price of $0.30 per share for a period of 24 months from the date of issuance, subject to an acceleration right. Acceleration Clause If, at any time after the date of issuance of the Warrant, the closing price of the Company's common shares on the CSE (or such other stock exchange on which the common shares may be traded from time to time) is at or above C$0.45 per share for a period of 10 consecutive trading days (the "Triggering Event”), in which event the Company may, within 5 days of the Triggering Event, accelerate the expiry date of the Warrants by giving notice thereof to the holders of the Warrants, by way of news release, and in such case the Warrants will expire on the first day that is 30 calendar days after the date on which such notice is given by the Company announcing the Triggering Event and all rights of holders of such Warrants shall be terminated without any compensation to such holder. Use of Proceeds The Company plans to use the net proceeds of this financing for exploration, evaluation and potential acquisition of additional properties, general and administrative expenses which will include funds for marketing and investor relations fees, and cash for working capital. Additional Details The Offering was made to purchasers who are residents in each of the Provinces of Canada, except Quebec, pursuant to the listed issuer financing exemption under Part 5A of National Instrument 45-106 - Prospectus Exemptions (the "Exemption"). In accordance with the Exemption and applicable Canadian securities laws, the securities issued pursuant to the Offering are not subject to any statutory hold period. The amended and restated offering document (the "Offering Document”) related to the Offering can be accessed under the Company's profile at www.sedarplus.ca and on the Company's website at: www.MaxPowerMining.com . In connection with the Offering, the Company paid finder's fees consisting of (i) cash finder's fees of $24,710 and (ii) 123,550 finder warrants ("Finder's Warrant”) issued pursuant to the Offering, exercisable at a price of $0.30 per common share for a period of 24 months following the closing date of the Offering which will also be subject to the above acceleration clause. The Finder's Warrants will be subject to a hold period of four months. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy securities in the United States, nor shall there be any sale of the securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful. The securities being offered have not been, nor will they be, registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "1933 Act") or under any U.S. state securities laws, and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements of the 1933 Act, as amended, and applicable state securities laws. Stock Option Grant The Company has granted a total of 700,000 stock options to a director and a consultant of the Company. 400,000 stock options will have an expiry of 3 years and an exercise price of $0.25 cents. 300,000 stock options will have an expiry of 3 years and an exercise price of $0.35 cents. About MAX Power MAX Power is an innovative mineral exploration company focused on North America's shift to decarbonization. MAX Power has made an early entry in the rapidly growing Natural Hydrogen sector, through strategic alliances with Calgary-based Chapman Hydrogen & Petroleum Engineering Ltd., and European- based Larin Engineering HHC. MAX Power also holds a portfolio of properties in the United States and Canada focused on critical minerals. These properties are highlighted by a recent diamond drilling discovery at the Willcox Playa Lithium Project in southeast Arizona. On behalf of the Board of Directors "Mansoor Jan” CEO MAX Power Mining Corp. MarketSmart Communications at 877-261-4466. Company Contact [email protected] , 778-655-9266 NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWS WIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES Forward-Looking, Cautionary Statements This press release contains forward looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws. The use of any of the words "anticipate”, "plan”, "continue”, "expect”, "estimate”, "objective”, "may”, "will”, "project”, "should”, "predict”, "potential” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward looking statements. In particular, this press release contains forward looking statements concerning, without limitation, statements relating to the Offering (including with respect to the timing and closing of the Offering); use of proceeds of the Offering; securing additional exploration and development claims; the exploration and development of the Company's claims and properties and the potential value of such properties to the Company and its shareholders. Although the Company believes that the expectations and assumptions on which the forward-looking statements are based are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on the forward-looking statements because the Company cannot give any assurance that they will prove correct. Since forward looking statements address future events and conditions, they involve inherent assumptions, risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from those currently anticipated due to a number of assumptions, factors and risks. These assumptions and risks include, but are not limited to, assumptions and risks associated with the receipt of regulatory or shareholder approvals, and risks related to the state of financial markets or future metals prices. Management has provided the above summary of risks and assumptions related to forward looking statements in this press release in order to provide readers with a more comprehensive perspective on the Company's future operations. The Company's actual results, performance or achievement could differ materially from those expressed in, or implied by, these forward-looking statements and, accordingly, no assurance can be given that any of the events anticipated by the forward-looking statements will transpire or occur, or if any of them do so, what benefits the Company will derive from them. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this press release, and, other than as required by applicable securities laws, the Company disclaims any intent or obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or results or otherwise. Neither the Canadian Securities Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.Cyber Monday shoppers expected to set a record on biggest day for online shoppingMolson Coors Beverage Company Announces Regular Quarterly Dividend

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City Chiefs earned a much-deserved extended rest after their Christmas Day rout of the Pittsburgh Steelers, which capped an unbeaten stretch of three games in 11 days and clinched them the No. 1 seed in the AFC playoffs. That extended rest? Well, it can be just about as long as Chiefs coach Andy Reid wants it to be. The Chiefs (15-1) face the Broncos in their regular-season finale next weekend, a game whose kickoff remains up in the air. But it will be at least 10 days after their 29-10 win in Pittsburgh, a nice rest for a weary team whose bye was back in Week 6. But with nothing to play for in that game, Reid could conceivably give some of his most important players the entire week off ahead of the playoffs. And now that the Chiefs have a first-round bye, that means they wouldn't face anybody until at least Jan. 18 in the divisional round, meaning a full 24 days between games. “It's been almost 10 weeks of football, grinding on this short schedule at the very end of the year,” Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes said. “We'll see how Week 18 goes — who plays, who doesn't play. That's up to Coach. But having this break, getting healthy, getting ourselves ready for the playoffs, it was super important, especially with the guys we have banged up.” The Chiefs dominated the Steelers without four-time All-Pro defensive tackle Chris Jones, who was resting his sore calf on Wednesday. They also have not had cornerback Chamarri Conner, who has been out with a concussion, or D.J. Humphries, the former Pro Bowl left tackle who appeared in one game for Kansas City before straining his hamstring. All of them figure to be healthy for the playoffs. The same for guys who have been dealing with minor injuries, such as right tackle Jawaan Taylor, who played against the Steelers despite straining his hamstring the previous week against Houston, and running back Isiah Pacheco, who dinged up his ribs in the win in Pittsburgh. “It will definitely help with some of the guys that are banged up, to get guys back, freshened up a little bit,” said Reid, who has rested important players in Week 18 in the past, including last season against the Chargers. “I think it will be a positive for us.” The trick is to decide exactly how much rest to give everyone. For those dealing with injuries, that full 24-day span without a game could be exactly what they need. For others, it might be too long between games, and getting at least a half of play against the Broncos would help prevent some rust from setting in. “I was just talking to my family about it,” Chiefs cornerback Trent McDuffie said. “My rookie year, we were able to get, you know, all home games, and you just can't be out (on the road) in the playoffs. I mean, I'm excited to go out there. I know we got the first round, you know, off, but I mean, I can't wait to play now.” What’s working The Chiefs won the Super Bowl last season with a wide receiver group that — outside of Rashee Rice — was lacking in dynamic ability. But with the trade for DeAndre Hopkins, the return of Hollywood Brown from an injury and the emergence of rookie Xavier Worthy, the Chiefs have gone from a position of peril to one of profound strength. What needs help The Chiefs have struggled to the run the ball consistently the past few weeks. Pacheco gained just 18 yards on six carries before hurting his ribs against Pittsburgh, and Kareem Hunt was held to 20 yards on nine carries — a 2.2-yard average. Stock up Worthy has smashed through the rookie wall, just as Rice did at this point last season, and has proven to be more than a speedster. He had eight catches for 79 yards and a touchdown Wednesday, giving him at least five catches in each of his past five games. Stock down Pacheco has not been the same after missing more than two months to injury. He has been held to 55 yards rushing or fewer in each of his past five games, and he's averaging just 2.7 yards per carry over his past three. Injuries There were no significant injuries sustained against the Steelers. Key number 77 — Travis Kelce caught his 77th touchdown pass, breaking a tie with Hall of Famer Tony Gonzalez for the Chiefs record. Kelce finished with eight catches for 84 yards and a score against Pittsburgh, making him the third tight end in NFL history with at least 1,000 receptions. Gonzalez had 1,325 and Jason Witten had 1,228 while Kelce has 1,004 and counting. Next steps The Chiefs get the long weekend off before deciding who will play in Denver in their regular-season finale.U.S. stocks close mixed to kick off December

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phmacao com login An anti-deepfake law might have been generated by AIThe slump in the number of people heading to the shops during Boxing Day sales signals a return to declining pre-pandemic levels, an analyst has said. Boxing Day shopper footfall was down 7.9% from last year across all UK retail destinations up until 5pm, MRI Software’s OnLocation Footfall Index found. However, this year’s data had been compared with an unusual spike in footfall as 2023 was the first “proper Christmas” period without Covid-19 pandemic restrictions, an analyst at the retail technology company said. It found £4.6 billion will be spent overall on the festive sales. Before the pandemic the number of Boxing Day shoppers on the streets had been declining year on year. The last uplift recorded by MRI was in 2015. Jenni Matthews, marketing and insights director at MRI Software, told the PA news agency: “We’ve got to bear in mind that (last year) was our first proper Christmas without any (Covid-19) restrictions or limitations. “Figures have come out that things have stabilised, we’re almost back to what we saw pre-pandemic.” There were year-on-year declines in footfall anywhere between 5% and 12% before Covid-19 restrictions, she said. MRI found 12% fewer people were out shopping on Boxing Day in 2019 than in 2018, and there were 3% fewer in 2018 than in 2017, Ms Matthews added. She said: “It’s the shift to online shopping, it’s the convenience, you’ve got the family days that take place on Christmas Day and Boxing Day.” People are also increasingly stocking-up before Christmas, Ms Matthews said, and MRI found an 18% increase in footfall at all UK retail destinations on Christmas Eve this year compared with 2023. Ms Matthews said: “We see the shops are full of people all the way up to Christmas Eve, so they’ve probably got a couple of good days of food, goodies, everything that they need, and they don’t really need to go out again until later on in that week. “We did see that big boost on Christmas Eve. It looks like shoppers may have concentrated much of their spending in that pre-Christmas rush.” Many online sales kicked off between December 23 and the night of Christmas Day and “a lot of people would have grabbed those bargains from the comfort of their own home”, she said. She added: “I feel like it’s becoming more and more common that people are grabbing the bargains pre-Christmas.” Footfall is expected to rise on December 27 as people emerge from family visits and shops re-open, including Next, Marks and Spencer and John Lewis that all shut for Boxing Day. It will also be payday for some as it is the last Friday of the month. A study by Barclays Consumer Spend had forecast that shoppers would spend £236 each on average in the Boxing Day sales this year, but that the majority of purchases would be made online. Nearly half of respondents said the cost-of-living crisis will affect their post-Christmas shopping but the forecast average spend is still £50 more per person than it was before the pandemic, with some of that figure because of inflation, Barclays said. Amid the financial pressures, many people are planning to buy practical, perishable and essential items such as food and kitchenware. A total of 65% of shoppers are expecting to spend the majority of their sales budget online. Last year, Barclays found 63.9% of Boxing Day retail purchases were made online. However, a quarter of respondents aim to spend mostly in store – an 11% rise compared with last year. Karen Johnson, head of retail at Barclays, said: “Despite the ongoing cost-of-living pressures, it is encouraging to hear that consumers will be actively participating in the post-Christmas sales. “This year, we’re likely to see a shift towards practicality and sustainability, with more shoppers looking to bag bargains on kitchen appliances and second-hand goods.” Consumers choose in-store shopping largely because they enjoy the social aspect and touching items before they buy, Barclays said, adding that high streets and shopping centres are the most popular destinations.

LSU outlasts UCF 109-102 in triple-OT affairThe Kansas City Chiefs will look to avoid suffering their second-straight loss when they face the Carolina Panthers on Sunday. Despite their 9-1 record and current position at the top of the AFC, the Chiefs have struggled with injuries throughout the season. Prior to Week 11, Kansas City took two of their injured starters, running back Isiah Pacheco and defensive end Charles Omenihu, off injured reserve. Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images After over a week of limited practice, many fans hoped that both players would be ready to return against Carolina. However, it seems neither player is ready to return yet, as coach Andy Reid confirmed that they will both be inactive against the Panthers. Pacheco has been out since Week 2 with a fractured fibula. Earlier in the week, Reid spoke about the energy he has brought to his recovery. Related: What Just 'Heightened' Mahomes' Locker-Room Attention? "He's a spark plug, emotionally," Reid said. "He's something that way, and he's worked his tail off to get to the point that he's at now. We've got to keep an eye on him that way. He would've played three weeks ago if he had his choice, but that's sometimes how it goes. I appreciate that, though, that mentality. That's what's helped him get to this point." With Pacheco out another week, the Chiefs will turn to Kareem Hunt to carry the run game once again. Meanwhile, Omenihu has been out since the AFC Championship in January with a torn ACL. With the severity of his injury, the team has taken his recovery slowly. Related: Is It Chiefs Isiah Pacheco vs. Kareem Hunt?

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BEIRUT — Hezbollah fired about 250 rockets and other projectiles into Israel on Sunday, wounding seven people in one of the militant group's heaviest barrages in months, in response to deadly Israeli strikes in Beirut while negotiators pressed on with cease-fire efforts to halt the all-out war. An Israeli bomb squad policeman carries the remains of a rocket that was fired from Lebanon on Sunday in Kibbutz Kfar Blum, northern Israel. Some of the rockets reached the Tel Aviv area in the heart of Israel. Meanwhile, an Israeli strike on an army center killed a Lebanese soldier and wounded 18 others in the southwest between Tyre and Naqoura, Lebanon's military said. The Israeli military expressed regret, saying that the strike occurred in an area of combat against Hezbollah and that the military's operations are directed solely against the militants. Israeli strikes have killed over 40 Lebanese troops since the start of the war between Israel and Hezbollah, even as Lebanon's military has largely kept to the sidelines. Lebanon's caretaker prime minister, Najib Mikati, condemned the latest strike as an assault on U.S.-led cease-fire efforts, calling it a “direct, bloody message rejecting all efforts and ongoing contacts” to end the war. Hezbollah began firing rockets, missiles and drones into Israel after Hamas' Oct. 7, 2023, attack out of the Gaza Strip ignited the war there. Hezbollah has portrayed the attacks as an act of solidarity with the Palestinians and Hamas. Iran supports both armed groups. The Israeli police bomb squad inspects the site after a missile fired from Lebanon hit the area Sunday in Petah Tikva, outskirts of Tel Aviv, Israel. Israel launched retaliatory airstrikes at Hezbollah, and in September the low-level conflict erupted into all-out war as Israel launched airstrikes across large parts of Lebanon and killed Hezbollah's top leader, Hassan Nasrallah. The Israeli military said about 250 projectiles were fired Sunday, with some intercepted. Israel’s Magen David Adom rescue service said it treated seven people, including a 60-year old man in severe condition from rocket fire on northern Israel, a 23-year-old man who was lightly wounded by a blast in the central city of Petah Tikva, near Tel Aviv, and a 70-year-old woman who suffered smoke inhalation from a car that caught fire there. In Haifa, a rocket hit a residential building that police said was in danger of collapsing. The Palestine Red Crescent reported 13 injuries it said were caused by an interceptor missile that struck several homes in Tulkarem in the West Bank. It was unclear whether injuries and damage were caused by rockets or interceptors. Sirens wailed again in central and northern Israel hours later. Israeli airstrikes without warning on Saturday pounded central Beirut, killing at least 29 people and wounding 67, according to Lebanon's Health Ministry. A flock of birds flies above the smoke from Israeli airstrikes Sunday in Dahiyeh, Beirut. Smoke billowed above Beirut again Sunday with new strikes. Israel's military said it targeted command centers for Hezbollah and its intelligence unit in the southern suburbs of Dahiyeh, where the militants have a strong presence. Israeli attacks have killed more than 3,700 people in Lebanon, according to the Health Ministry. The fighting has displaced about 1.2 million people, or a quarter of Lebanon’s population. On the Israeli side, about 90 soldiers and nearly 50 civilians have been killed by bombardment in northern Israel and in battle following Israel's ground invasion in early October. Around 60,000 Israelis have been displaced from the country's north. The EU's foreign policy chief Josep Borrell called for an "immediate ceasefire" in the Israel-Hezbollah war while on a visit to the Lebanese c... The European Union’s top diplomat called Sunday for more pressure on Israel and Hezbollah to reach a deal, saying one was "pending with a final agreement from the Israeli government.” U.S. envoy Amos Hochstein was in the region last week. Josep Borrell spoke after meeting with Mikati and Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri, a Hezbollah ally who has been mediating with the group. Borrell said the EU is ready to allocate $208 million to assist the Lebanese military. But Borrell later said that he did not “see the Israeli government interested clearly in reaching an agreement for a cease-fire" and that it seemed Israel was seeking new conditions. He pointed to Israel’s refusal to accept France as a member of the international committee that would oversee the cease-fire's implementation. The emerging agreement would pave the way for the withdrawal of Hezbollah militants and Israeli troops from southern Lebanon below the Litani River in accordance with the U.N. Security Council resolution that ended the monthlong 2006 war. Lebanese troops would patrol with the presence of U.N. peacekeepers. With talks for a cease-fire and hostage release deal in Gaza stalled, freed hostages and families of those held marked a year since the war's only hostage-release deal. “It’s hard to hold on to hope, certainly after so long and as another winter is about to begin," said Yifat Zailer, cousin of Shiri Bibas, who is held along with her husband and two young sons. Around 100 hostages are still in Gaza, at least a third believed to be dead. Most of the rest of the 250 who were abducted in the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attack were released in last year's cease-fire. Talks for another deal recently had several setbacks, including the firing of Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, who pushed for a deal, and Qatar’s decision to suspend its mediation. Hamas wants Israel to end the war and withdraw all troops from Gaza. Israel has offered only to pause its offensive. The Palestinian death toll from the war surpassed 44,000 this week, according to Gaza's Health Ministry, which does not distinguish between civilians and combatants in its count. On Sunday, six people were killed in strikes in central Gaza, according to AP journalists at Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir al-Balah. How often do you buy something online ? A couple of times a month? A couple of times a week? A couple of times a day? Everybody's answer will be different, but collectively, it's done a lot: Online retail accounted for over $1 trillion of purchases in the U.S. in 2022 and a record $277.6 billion in the second quarter of 2023 alone. Retailers ranging from titans like Amazon and Walmart, down to local small-town shops work very hard to land their share of that business. Sadly and inevitably—so do criminals and scammers. At any given moment, they operate millions of bogus sites. So how can you spot those fake online shopping sites? Spokeo provides a guide. In the early days of the internet , it took some genuine skills to set up a website, but those days are gone. A quick search will show that there are lots of apps and services offering websites on a prefabricated "fill in the blanks" basis, and most web hosts provide those tools as part of the service when someone signs up with them. It's even easier on social media . If you were opening a "side hustle" business tomorrow from your home, you could set up your own Facebook page tonight in under an hour, with exactly zero knowledge of websites. Once that page is set up, you just need to throw a few dollars in the direction of Facebook's advertising department, and they'll start advertising your page to users. It's no harder to promote a website, except in that case, you'd give your advertising dollars to Google. This is a simplified overview, but the main point holds: Establishing a presence online has become a very democratized process, open to anyone with minimal skills and even the smallest budget for advertising. That's been a boon for legitimate entrepreneurs, but it also makes life very easy indeed for scammers. There are multiple types of bogus websites . Some are imposters, created to look very much like a legitimate commercial or government site that you're familiar with, such as Amazon or Netflix. Others don't imitate a specific site, but instead attempt to capture the look and feel of those sites in general (whether that be a retail site, a government or bank page, or even something relatively shady like a gambling or porn site). Next, scammers find ways to drive traffic to their site. Often that's through phishing texts or emails, but deceptive ads on social media or search engines like Google and Bing work just as well. Once a browser arrives at the criminals' site (or, in some cases, downloads their app), any number of bad things can happen. One is that they'll download malware onto your devices, which can capture passwords or steal personal information. A more straightforward risk is that the browser will cheerfully enter their personal and banking/credit card information, thinking they're making a legitimate purchase. That's largely why fake online shopping sites are so dangerous, and so useful to scammers and identity thieves. Most bogus sites share some or all of those characteristics, but shopping sites are a very specific type of bogus site with some quirks of their own. One characteristic to count on—whether the website directly impersonates a major retailer like Amazon, a niche retailer like MEC, or just positions itself as an anonymously general retail site—is that it will offer unusually low pricing on high-demand products. That might be a mass-market item like the latest gaming console, a suddenly in-demand item that's unavailable through normal channels (remember trying to get masks and sanitizing wipes during COVID-19?), or something as mundane as disposable diapers or high-capacity computer drives. Whatever the product, the advertised price will be low enough to get attention. The bogus site will have any number of ways to transfer a browser's money to its coffers, depending on the scammers' intentions and skillset. A few of the most common include: These are all aside from the potential to infect devices or steal payment information . Sites focused on identity theft might consider a faux purchase to be just the added gravy. How common is online shopping fraud? Well, the news is pretty bad. The FTC's 2022 Consumer Sentinel Network Data Book recorded over 327,000 online shopping complaints, the fourth-highest category for overall complaints and second among fraud categories. You would expect these sites to be more prevalent during the final quarter of the year, corresponding to the holiday gift-giving season—Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Christmas itself—and they are, but that doesn't mean you can relax during the other nine months of the year. The Anti-Phishing Working Group, or APWG, identified nearly a million fake or phishing websites during the first quarter of 2022 alone (not a busy time of year for shopping), for example. To be clear, only 14.6% of those were eCommerce sites, but that still translates to well over 140,000 bogus shopping sites. The true number is almost certainly higher because the APWG only tracks the ones that use a phishing approach. Many opt to simply buy advertising instead (or as well), and those won't be captured in the APWG's statistics. However you slice it, there's a definite risk of encountering these sites when you shop. The good news is that bogus shopping sites aren't hard to spot, once you're aware of the risk. They aren't built for permanence; scammers pull them together quickly and cheaply and then abandon them once they stop producing.That "just good enough" approach leaves plenty of visible signs you can detect. Below, here's what to look for when recognizing fake online shopping sites. Bad images Bogus sites don't have direct access to the real products' manufacturing images, so they resort to copying and pasting from legitimate sites. \That means bogus sites' product images (and often their fake logos, if they impersonate a legitimate site) are fuzzy and low-res. A URL that's slightly "off" Imposter sites obviously can't have the same URL as the legitimate site, so they'll usually have a URL that looks right, but isn't quite. They might have a typo in the name, or incorporate the real company's name into their URL in a non-standard way ("myfakesite.amazon.com.123xyz.com"), or—sneakiest of all—use a letter from a different language's character set , which looks the same to the eye, but not to the computer. Broken links The scammers may have simply copied and pasted user interface elements from a legitimate site, in which case many links on the site may be broken (or simply not clickable). Lots of missing elements A legitimate retail website will have several pages of legalese, often starting with a pop-up about its cookie policy or privacy policy. You should certainly expect to see a detailed document spelling out shipping policies, return and refund policies, and similar details. If those are missing or brief and vapid, it's probably a fake site. Limited options for payment Sites that plan to take your money and run will often show oddly specific payment options, from wire transfers to gift cards to cryptocurrency. The thing those payment methods have in common is that it's very difficult to get money back once it's spent. Sites geared around capturing your personal or payment information, on the other hand, may insist on getting your credit card. Typos, grammar, and linguistic errors Simple, silly language errors are often a red flag. Scammers may not be native English speakers, and it shows up in awkward or sometimes inappropriate phrasing. Errors in actual product listings aren't necessarily a smoking gun—you'll see them frequently on real Amazon pages—because they come from the manufacturers, who are often not English speakers. Language errors on the rest of the site are more of a concern. HTTP vs. HTTPS In the address bar of your browser, a legitimate retail site's URL will start with HTTPS, rather than HTTP, and will show a closed lock symbol. The majority of fake sites now also have an HTTPS URL and will show the lock (so this isn't as helpful as it used to be), but less-sophisticated scammers may miss that detail. You can automatically rule those ones out. And, of course, the biggest red flag of all is an unrealistically low price on the product you're looking for. We all want to get a really good deal, but that impulse will often lead you astray. If a shopping site fails those basic "eyeball" tests, the smart thing to do is just close that browser tab and walk away. If you want to dig deeper, or if you aren't sure, there are a few quick and easy ways to verify a site's legitimacy. Use a URL/website checker Remember those really sneaky fake URLs that use a letter from another alphabet? The best way to check those (and other problematic elements in a URL) is through a URL verifier/website reputation service, like the ones from URLVoid and Google . Just copy (don't click!) the link, and paste it into the checker. If the site is sketchy, they'll tell you. Look up the site on a registry Domain names all need to be registered and there are several lookup tools to check this, like ICANN's registration lookup (think of it as Spokeo for websites). If a site claims to be Amazon but was registered just a few weeks ago, that's a really big red flag. Similarly, if the site isn't located where it should be, or if the ownership data is obscured, that's grounds for concern. Turn to Google If you have a bad feeling about a particular site, do a quick Google or Bing (or whatever) search that pairs the site's name with keywords like "scam," "fraud," "bogus" or "ripoff" and see what comes up. If you get a lot of hits, that's definitely grounds for concern. Go Forth and Shop (Safely) If a given site fails any or all of those tests, then keeping your wallet in your pocket is definitely the smart choice. Instead of making the purchase, report the site instead to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center and the FTC's Report Fraud website. That will get the investigative wheels turning and may help protect someone less wary from falling victim to the scammers. As always, wariness and skepticism are your friends when it comes to avoiding scams. Don't click on links in emails, texts , or social media messages; instead, go to the company's site by typing the URL directly. If you search a company's page on Google, scroll down through the actual search results until you find it instead of clicking on the sponsored results or advertisements at the top. Most of all, remember the golden rule of scam avoidance: If it seems too good to be true, it probably is. Keeping those principles in mind, and using the tips given here to screen out dubious sites means you'll be able to shop 'til you drop (safely), despite the vast number of scammers out there. And that—as the credit card ads like to say—is priceless. This story was produced by Spokeo and reviewed and distributed by Stacker. Get local news delivered to your inbox!

phmacao com Published 01:48 IST, December 1st 2024 Amidst heavy rains and flooded streets in Chennai, a man reportedly died of electrocution outside an ATM outlet in the city on Saturday. Chennai: Amidst heavy rains and flooded streets in Chennai, a man reportedly died of electrocution outside an ATM outlet in the city on Saturday. A disturbing video of the dead body of the man floating in the flooded street has also surfaced on social media, wherein a few individuals can be seen poking the lifeless body with a wooden pole before retrieving it from the floodwaters. The authorities suspected that the man may have been electrocuted in the flooded streets. The police have registered a case under relevant sections and a probe has been initiated to ascertain the exact cause of the death. A police official confirmed the incident saying that the deceased remains unidentified and efforts are being made to identify the victim. Notably, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry have been experiencing heavy showers ahead of cyclonic storm, Fengal, which made landfall near the coast of Puducherry on Saturday evening. The officials said that the region has been experiencing heavy rainfall due to Cyclone Fengal. This storm was expected to bring intense rainfall and strong winds, with speeds reaching up to 90 km/h. Earlier, the administration had ordered the closure of schools and colleges in several districts in view of the cyclonic effect. Additionally, Chennai International Airport is temporarily shut down until 7 pm due to the cyclone. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin earlier visited the Disaster Management Control Room in Chennai on Saturday to assess the state's preparedness and ensure that safety measures are in place ahead of the storm. Get Current Updates on India News , Entertainment News along with Latest News and Top Headlines from India and around the world. Updated 01:48 IST, December 1st 2024The first sign that something was amiss at UnitedHealth Group Inc.’s investor day was when Brian Thompson didn’t show up to his early morning hair and makeup appointment. At around 6:40 a.m. on Wednesday of last week, Thompson, 50, was shot outside the New York Hilton Midtown hotel in a killing that gripped the world. On Monday, police arrested a man in connection with the shooting who local officials found in Altoona, Pennsylvania, carrying a gun and a handwritten three-page manifesto decrying the health-care industry’s profit motives. While the police investigation unfolds, the $500 billion health-care company is simultaneously trying to cope with the personal tragedy of losing a top executive and a spiraling PR crisis that risks long-term reputational harm in a country where so many have turned against it. Interviews with people familiar with the events show a company under siege. UnitedHealth locked down its Minnesota, New York City and Washington, DC, offices to external visitors and urged workers with safety fears to stay home, according to messages seen by Bloomberg News. A new management structure was put in place to navigate the situation, one message said, without detailing who was running UnitedHealth’s largest division in the wake of Thompson’s death. A private funeral for friends and family was set for Monday, while the company is still working on logistics to safely hold a memorial service, according to people familiar with the matter. Instead of eliciting sympathy from the public, the death of the insurance division’s chief executive officer has spawned a hate machine against the insurance industry that’s only getting louder as the days drag on with little insight into the killer’s motives. The man in custody, Luigi Mangione, 26, was noticed by a McDonald’s employee while he was eating at the restaurant, police said. The manifesto he was carrying speaks to both his “motivation and mindset,” New York Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said Monday. It’s a crucial break in a case that dragged on for days in what police say was a targeted and premeditated killing. Bullet casings recovered at the scene bore the words “denied,” “depose,” and “delay,” loosely echoing the book title Delay, Deny, Defend, which describes tactics allegedly used by insurers to deny claims. “Our hope is that today’s apprehension brings some relief to Brian’s family, friends, colleagues, and the many others affected by this unspeakable tragedy. We thank law enforcement and will continue to work with them on this investigation,” a UnitedHealth spokesperson said in a statement. Inside the company, meetings and presentations were canceled after the shooting. A crisis communications firm was tapped to help. And tributes to Thompson poured in. “The news of Brian's passing has been overwhelming for all of us and we feel his loss profoundly,” said UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty said in an email to staff on Wednesday that was seen by Bloomberg News. But outside the Minnetonka, Minnesota-based insurer, a groundswell of anger against the for-profit insurance industry continues to intensify across the U.S. A singer posted a folk song about the shooting on social media. Saturday Night Live even joked about the reaction to the killing over the weekend. Thompson’s death has become a symbol of revenge over denied medical bills and lack of access to necessary care, an issue that some UnitedHealth employees say they’re growing increasingly anxious about. While the company has sent a series of messages extolling Thompson and decrying his killing, some employees say they want to see a more direct response to the vitriol against the company. A company under siege On the morning of the shooting, some executives noticed a frenzy of police cars on one of the hotel’s side streets as they arrived for the investor meeting. They were redirected by the New York Police Department into a different hotel entrance, according to people familiar with the events who asked to speak anonymously as law enforcement continues its investigation. The executives headed into the building and upstairs to the conference area where they sipped coffee, chatted and proceeded to get their hair and makeup done. Executives began to speculate about what happened outside the hotel. A person had collapsed — maybe a heart attack, some suggested. Others thought there had been a shooting. They did not immediately think it was related to the absence of their colleague, known affectionately as “BT,” according to the people. As the minutes ticked closer to the start of the investor meeting, unease grew. It was unusual for Thompson, a 20-year veteran of UnitedHealth who’d climbed the ranks to run its key insurance division, to not show up for an important day like this. Colleagues suspected he’d overslept or was sick in bed, and planned to send someone to his room at a nearby hotel to check on him. They prepped a backup speaker to give Thompson’s presentation if he didn’t arrive on time, the people said. It took a few minutes for the 8 a.m. event to begin, after some 275 people showed up. It’s unclear why they didn’t start on time. But as Witty, the company’s CEO, began his opening remarks, a handful of executives were alerted of a security emergency. They stepped away from the event. They were told Thompson had been killed outside of the hotel that morning. As the investor day presentations continued, the small group of company executives in the know were questioned by police. The executives immediately started trying to reach Thompson’s family. They wanted to tell his wife and kids before the media got a hold of the story. Meanwhile, Witty was told of Thompson’s death on the sidelines of the conference. He was distraught, people familiar with the event said, but had to make quick decisions about the safety of his employees and what to do about the ongoing investor meeting. As all of that was happening, the news got out. Mobile alerts about Thompson’s death started pinging attendees’ phones. There were gasps. People in the audience started looking around to see if others knew. Around 9 a.m., Witty cut the investor day short. “Some of you may know we’re dealing with a very serious medical situation with one of our team members,” he said. “And as a result, I’m afraid we’re going to have to bring to a close the event today, which I apologize for.” Thompson had been dead for two hours. While conference-goers dispersed in a haze of confusion and grief, UnitedHealth executives and some employees were pulled into a room together at the hotel, the people said. With no information about the shooter’s motive, some feared for their own personal safety. Later that day, the company pulled down bio pages of its top executives and board members, while other employees deleted their profile pages on Linkedin. Tidal wave The vitriol following the shooting sparked a reckoning among some UnitedHealth employees. Much of the public animosity was aimed at the way insurance companies prevent Americans from getting the care their doctors prescribe. Some employees grappled with the idea that their paychecks were padded in part by the practice of denying care. Witty, in a video to staff last week, attempted to address the rage but failed to change the narrative for some workers. “As you've seen, people are writing things we simply don't recognize, are aggressive, inappropriate and disrespectful,” he said, urging employees to ignore the media. “There’s no value in engaging. ”One employee said they wanted to see accountability from Witty. The episode made them question whether they could keep working for UnitedHealth both mentally and morally, this person said. It wasn’t enough to extol Thompson as a leader, colleague, friend and family man, according to some workers who declined to speak publicly for fear of retribution. The noise had become too loud to ignore and they wanted to see management address it head on. This growing disconnect between Americans and their insurers is an increasing threat to the industry, said Wendell Potter, a former Cigna communications executive who has written books critical of health insurance. “They have to demonstrate quarter-to-quarter that they’re managing medical expenses because that’s what Wall Street expects,” Potter said. “They’re certainly not managing the expectations of the people that they serve.” In the company’s limited external communications, UnitedHealth said in a statement Thursday: “Our priorities are, first and foremost, supporting Brian’s family; ensuring the safety of our employees; and working with law enforcement to bring the perpetrators to justice.” The constrained response may be intentional. “If they were my client, I would say go radio silent unless they have new news,” said crisis communications specialist Bruce Hennes, who is not working with UnitedHealth. “This is not the time to get into extended arguments and discussions with people on social media. There’s nothing to be gained.” Investors are also reacting to the impact of the outrage on the company, which sent shares down 10% in the days following the shooting. The killing “has cast a dark shadow” over the health-care insurance industry, Jared Holz, a health-care equity strategist at Mizuho Securities, wrote in a note to clients about UnitedHealth’s stock drop. “We believe the majority of the pressure, if not all, is related to the idea that the crime was based on some level of dissatisfaction with the insurance industry, its tendency to deny coverage for patients (in some circumstances) and the emotional toil this can take on patients and families,” Holz said. In some ways, UnitedHealth is in an impossible situation. “I don’t know what they can do other than hope that it does go away,” Potter said. Insurance behemoth UnitedHealth, the country’s largest insurer, is known among those in the industry as a place with sharp elbows: It’s unafraid of high-profile legal battles or tough negotiations with medical providers. On Wall Street, the company gained a reputation for reliably hitting — and usually exceeding — financial targets, even if it meant slashing jobs to do so. The culture at the top was shaped for years by veterans of the defunct accounting firm Arthur Andersen, where Chairman and former CEO Stephen Hemsley once worked. A previous CEO, William McGuire, unceremoniously left the company and settled with the Securities and Exchange Commission over backdating stock options that regulators alleged enriched him and other executives. In recent years, a series of acquisitions have consolidated UnitedHealth’s position so much that when a cyberattack took out its Change Healthcare subsidiary, doctors offices and hospitals across the country were paralyzed. That market dominance has come under review by the Department of Justice, Bloomberg News has reported. Members of Congress have called for a breakup of the conglomerate. Thompson was one of a handful of executives who sold UnitedHealth shares after the company learned it was under investigation by the DOJ, but before that information was shared with the public, Bloomberg reported. The company’s stock fell when the DOJ investigation was reported. Thompson sold $15.1 million worth of shares, according to Bloomberg calculations. Growing through so many acquisitions rapidly turned UnitedHealth into a company with around 400,000 employees. Some former employees call it too big to manage effectively, with layers of management slowing down decision making and pressure on divisions to buy services from other parts of the company because UnitedHealth is in so many lines of business that feed off one another. Before the investor day last week was cut short, Witty used some of his time on stage to acknowledge the widespread dissatisfaction with his industry. “You only have to walk into a room with five people to hear four stories of frustration. ‘I couldn't find a doctor, I didn't know where to go. It's too difficult to understand,’” he said in a room full of financial analysts and investors. For now, Witty’s trying to reassure his employees that the narrative hasn’t spiraled out of the company’s control. “We will work through this together. But it's going to be difficult,” he told workers in a video address last week. “Life won't be the same again.” (With assistance from Antonia Mufarech, Gerry Smith, Madison Muller, John Lauerman and Myles Miller.) ©2024 Bloomberg L.P. Visit bloomberg.com. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner is out indefinitely after suffering a torn right oblique, the team announced Saturday. He is the second star forward the Magic have lost to a torn oblique this season. Paolo Banchero has been out with the same injury since Oct. 30. Wagner, whose injury occurred during Friday's 102-94 loss to the host Philadelphia 76ers, will be reevaluated in four weeks and "his return to play will depend on how he responds to treatment," the team said Saturday. Wagner is averaging a career-high 24.4 points this season, and his scoring average has gone up every season since Orlando picked him eighth overall in the 2021 NBA Draft out of Michigan. After averaging 15.2 as a rookie, he increased it to 18.6 in 2022-23 and then 19.7 last season to help Orlando win 47 games. Wagner goes down in the middle of an especially hot streak during his All-Star worthy season, having scored 30 or more in the past three games. He's also averaging 5.7 assists and 5.6 rebounds, helping Orlando go 16-9 for third place in the East. --Field Level MediaIn conclusion, the debate over whether professional organizations can just accept money without compromising their integrity is a complex and multifaceted issue. While funding is necessary for the sustainability of these groups, it is essential that they uphold high ethical standards, maintain transparency in their funding practices, and prioritize the interests of their members and the public. By navigating these challenges with diligence and integrity, professional organizations can fulfill their vital role in advancing knowledge and excellence in their respective fields.Iowa cornerback Jermari Harris has opted out of the remainder of the 2024 season in order to prepare for the NFL draft, according to a report by 247Sports.com . The 6-foot-1 sixth-year senior from Chicago has recorded 27 tackles, three interceptions and a team-high seven pass breakups in 10 games for the Hawkeyes this season. That includes a pick-6 in a 38-21 win over Troy earlier this season. Iowa (6-4, 4-3 Big Ten) plays at Maryland on Saturday before closing out its regular season at home against Nebraska on Nov. 29. The Hawkeyes are already bowl eligible, so Harris is likely opting out of three games in total. After missing the entire 2022 season due to an ankle injury, Harris was suspended for two games of the following season for his involvement in the gambling investigation into Iowa athletics. He later emerged as the Hawkeyes' top cornerback, earning the team's comeback player of the year award after compiling 42 tackles, one interception and eight pass breakups. Harris will finish his college career with 105 tackles and eight interceptions. --Field Level MediaFurthermore, Trudeau's government has been investing in domestic industries affected by the tariffs, such as the steel and aluminum sectors. By providing support and incentives to these industries, Canada aims to bolster their competitiveness and resilience against external pressures, ensuring their continued growth and success in the face of adversity.

One of the standout features of "The Lord of the Rings: The Battle of Rohan" was its seamless blend of cutting-edge visual effects and practical filmmaking techniques. The epic battle scenes, featuring thousands of intricately animated characters and creatures, were a testament to the skill and creativity of the film's production team, who spared no effort in bringing J.R.R. Tolkien's legendary tale to life.In conclusion, the story of the Rolls-Royce owner who donated his entire tip after being hit is a powerful testament to the enduring power of the human spirit. His selfless act of kindness has touched the hearts of many and serves as a shining example of how a simple act of generosity can spark a chain reaction of goodwill and compassion. May his story inspire us all to look beyond ourselves and extend a helping hand to those in need, spreading love and hope wherever we go.No. 4 South Carolina women rout Purdue 99-51

Porto, however, will not be pushovers, as they have shown their quality in the competition with wins over Atletico Madrid and AC Milan. The Portuguese side will be eager to cause an upset at Anfield and keep their own hopes of advancing to the knockout stages alive.

GRAND FORKS — Robert Morris coach Derek Schooley isn't particularly excited to see Carter Wilkie again this weekend. "I had a couple of goals and good games against them," said Wilkie, a UND senior center. ADVERTISEMENT That's an understatement. Wilkie, a junior at RIT last season, played six games against the Colonials. He scored six goals and tallied 12 points. That means 37.5 percent of his goals and 29.3 percent of his points last season came against Robert Morris. Wilkie, who transferred to UND in the offseason for his final year of college eligibility, will get one more shot at the Colonials. UND and Robert Morris will play in a two-game nonconference series at 7:07 p.m. Friday and 6:07 p.m. Saturday in Ralph Engelstad Arena. "They're a hard-working team," Wilkie said. "They definitely know how to play simple and fast. They move the puck north really well. Their team has obviously had a lot of changeover. They had a lot of fifth years (last year). I don't know exactly what they have brought in this year, but they're pretty well-coached and I'm expecting a hard match." Wilkie has been a consistent two-way player for UND but his offense has dried up recently. He enters this weekend on a six-game point drought and a nine-game goal drought. His line with Mac Swanson and Ben Strinden had strong analytics last weekend against the University of Denver. ADVERTISEMENT "I just want to see us play a dominant game and a full 60 minutes," Wilkie said. "We've had a lot of consistent stretches, it's just losing it after a couple moments. It's costing us goals. I really want to see 60 minutes out of our group and piece together two solid games, get back on the same page and get our season rolling, especially in the wins column." Wilkie said he expects to get Robert Morris' best. "Playing in Atlantic Hockey and coming to games like this and in an atmosphere like The Ralph, they're obviously going to be excited and tuned in to play their best game," Wilkie said. "We've got to be ready." Wilkie said a key is playing simple against the Colonials and not trying to be too fancy. "Hopefully, I can keep the lasting memory of them not wanting to see me anymore," Wilkie said. Injured players progressing UND is slowly progressing on the injury front. Defenseman Tanner Komzak is expected to be available this weekend. ADVERTISEMENT Komzak was cleared for practice Thursday last week. He dressed for Saturday's series finale but didn't play any shifts. "That was more about if something went wrong or if someone got hurt, he could be put into play," UND coach Brad Berry said. "It was probably unfair to him to play him, because he only had one practice. He's been out two or three weeks. "(Now), he's had a full week of practice." Berry said freshman defenseman Andrew Strathmann, who was injured Nov. 1 at Cornell, is "way ahead of expected." Strathmann has returned to practice. "When he got diagnosed coming out of Cornell, it looked like it was maybe longterm with a surgery included," Berry said. "The surgery didn't take place. He's really responded from therapy. He's in some heavy contact drills, some we're keeping him out of." Strathmann won't play against Robert Morris, but he could play before Christmas break. UND plays a home-and-home with Bemidji State next week, then travels to Miami before hosting St. Cloud State. ADVERTISEMENT Forward Cody Croal practiced for the first time Thursday. He did not take contact. Defenseman Bennett Zmolek still is not practicing. UND expects to know more on his timeline next week. He's currently listed as "out indefinitely." Goalie Kaleb Johnson also is "out indefinitely." Center Cameron Berg also will miss this weekend's series. The Fighting Hawks have yet to win this season without Berg in the lineup (5-2 with him, 0-4 without him). Will Dane Montgomery stay on defense? Junior forward Dane Montgomery has been moved to defense to fill in for the injured blue liners. He had points in his first four full games on defense. Once UND starts to regain health on the blue line, will UND leave him there? "It's a great question," Berry said. "As of now, yes. He's done a lot to help out or D-corps back there, not only defensively but offensively. Once we get guys back, we'll make that decision. That depends what our forward group looks like here, too. ADVERTISEMENT "As of now, he will be (on defense). At the end of the day, we'll keep looking forward. But I'll tell you what — what a positive, positive impact he's had on our group." Robert Morris at No. 12 UND When: 7:07 p.m. Friday, 6:07 p.m. Saturday. Where: Ralph Engelstad Arena. TV: Midco Sports (GF Ch. 27/622 HD). Radio: The Fox (96.1 FM). Stream: NCHChockey.com.

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Dez White scores 26 and Missouri State beats UCSB 68-56Alisson set to return as Irishman Kelleher is set to return to the bench Caoimhin Kelleher made a costly mistake in Liverpool's 3-3 draw with Newcastle Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has hinted that Caoimhin Kelleher’s run in the team is about to come to an end as first-choice goalkeeper Alisson returns from injury. Kelleher has kept five clean sheets, including against Real Madrid and Manchester City, but made his first real error at Newcastle on Wednesday, with his late misjudgement allowing the hosts to snatch a 3-3 draw. Slot confirmed Alisson is fit to start Tuesday’s Champions League game away at Girona and while he had high praise for Ireland number one Kelleher, the Dutchman expects Alisson to be a key player for the Reds over the coming months. Alisson is back fully training with Liverpool and when asked about his potential return, Slot said: “I think it speaks for itself. If you can play with Alisson, who has been so outstanding for the club for so many years and for the Brazil national team, that is definitely nice to have him back. “But if you then look at how his replacement did it is not going to be easy to do even better. We expect the same, and maybe on margins a bit better but Caoimh did so well we can say we have two good goalkeepers. “But for so many years Alisson has been so outstanding for this club and we are expecting him to do the same over the next few months.” Forward Diogo Jota, who has not featured since sustaining a chest injury against Chelsea on October 20, was also involved in full training at the AXA training complex before the squad flew out but has not travelled in order to continue his recovery. Slot, meanwhile, does not believe a top-eight Champions League finish will give his side an advantage over their rivals in the domestic title race. The Dutchman said apart from the boost of missing the additional knockout round and going straight into the last 16, he was not sure what other benefits were to be had. And he suggested, after assessment at the end of the season, if it turned out there had not been a significant advantage he would consider rotating more during the extended group stage. The Premier League leaders, four points clear with a game in hand, are also currently top of the Champions League table after five successive wins and are on the verge of guaranteeing a top-eight place but after that there are then rankings to be played for with your eventual finishing position having an impact on the opposition you can draw in the last 16. Title rivals Arsenal are seventh and Manchester City currently occupy 17th, an unseeded play-off place berth, while Chelsea are top of the Conference League table. “If we end up in the top eight I assume these clubs end up in the top eight as well: Arsenal I think 95 percent sure, City have to do a bit more maybe but they are able to win three times in a row so then they will be in top eight,” said Slot ahead of the tie against European debutants Girona. “Of course it seems to be really helpful to end up first eight but if every time you play all your (first-choice) starters, as we have done almost every time, then you also need the results because we try to finish as high as possible and also to skip the next round. “If in the end it means by playing starters always and skipping the next round and still we have a very difficult draw then maybe we will think about it differently next season, what we will do in the group stage. “You never know if it (missing the play-off round) is an advantage. Until now we have played every three days and we haven’t done that bad – maybe we should implement some friendly games if we finish top eight! “But we are pushing really hard to finish top eight for the best possible seeding but also to skip that round.” For only the second time in their history Liverpool could win the first six opening matches of a European campaign (they managed seven in 2021-22).

Looking ahead, Martinez expressed optimism about Muniz's prospects for the rest of the season. He highlighted the team's continued improvement and growth, emphasizing their commitment to playing attacking and entertaining football. Martinez reassured fans that Muniz would continue to push for victories and strive for success in every match they played.The fallout from this scandal is likely to have far-reaching implications for the political landscape of South Korea. It underscores the need for greater transparency, accountability, and oversight in government operations to prevent such incidents from recurring in the future.

Gaetz Withdraws: What Happens Next?In response to the recent snowstorm blue alert issued, the Gansu Transport Department has taken proactive measures to ensure the safety and efficiency of transportation in the region. With extreme weather conditions posing a threat to road and rail networks, the department has mobilized resources and coordinated efforts to implement a comprehensive low-temperature defense strategy.

As Xiaohua continues to navigate the ever-changing landscape of influencer culture, one thing remains certain – her willingness to embrace vulnerability and seek growth beyond the confines of online metrics is what sets her apart. Through her partnership with Xiang Zuo and the shared experience of cutting her hair, Xiaohua not only transformed her outward appearance but also reconnected with her inner strength and authenticity.Tyson Fury has lambasted an artificial intelligence judge's scoring of his loss to Oleksandr Usyk, furiously stating, "F*** all computers". The 'Gypsy King' suffered another upset at the hands of his 37-year-old adversary in Saudi Arabia, further tarnishing what was once an impeccable record. Despite a close battle, Usyk retained his WBA, WBO, and WBC titles after a unanimous points decision, which left Fury visibly exasperated. Every judge's scorecard read 116-112 for Usyk, but the controversy didn't end there. Adding insult to injury, an AI-powered fourth judge also deemed Fury the loser . Although this innovative judge played no official role in the fight's outcome, Turki Alalshikh championed what he heralded as a pioneering trial to ensure impartial judgment in boxing . The experimental AI gave Usyk an even wider victory margin at 118-112. Upon hearing about the AI's evaluation, Fury's response was clear and cutting: "F*** all computers," he declared, advocating "More jobs for humans". Fury's criticism did not stop with the digital domain; he was nearly as sceptical of the human judges. He believed he had triumphed when the final bell rang. In a conversation with Sky Sports , Fury expressed his disbelief: "I swear to God, I thought I won by three rounds!" He further vented to ESPN , claiming, "I thought I won the fight again; I was Larry Holmesed again. I was on the front foot the entire time. When you don't get the knockout, this is what can happen." In the build-up to the anticipated match-up between Fury and Usyk, Alalshikh backed an unconventional approach. "For the first time ever, an AI-powered judge will monitor the fight," he declared. "Free from bias and human error." His pursuit of transparency extended to a video message: "For years, boxing has been defined by its glory, but sometimes that glory is clouded by doubt and controversy. Isn't it time for fairness to step into the ring?" The promoter elaborated, adding: "This isn't just AI, it's revolutionizing boxing. It's fairness powered by technology and human expertise." However, Fury was left contemplating the decision when he abruptly exited the ring on Saturday evening, voicing his dismay later to the press: "The judges gave him a Christmas gift. I feel like I won both fights. "I know I had to knock him out, but it's boxing, and this happens. There is no doubt in my mind I won this fight. "Frank [Warren] had me three or four rounds up, and a lot of people had me up by at least two." Yet he refused to dwell negatively on the outcome, conceding: "I'm not going to cry over spilt milk; it's over now. I've been in boxing my whole life, but I'll always feel a little bit hard done by - not a little bit, a lot."TORRINGTON – Jerry Raydenbow, 72, of Torrington, passed away on Nov. 16, 2024. Born in Torrington, he was the son of the late Roy and Shirley Raydenbow. He was the husband of the late Emily Raydenbow, the love of his life. Jerry was a graduate of Oliver Wolcott Technical School. He started his career in the landscape business, followed by various positions in the grocery industry and bartending. Jerry is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Crystal and Dennis Jennersjo; stepson Tony Hilgar; stepdaughter Tina Miller and her husband John; and daughter Emily. Jerry was an independent, strong-willed man with a great sense of humor. He enjoyed the pleasure of home and the nature that surrounded him, including fishing, splitting wood, and bird watching. His passion above all was gardening. The day-to-day care of his garden brought him much joy. He loved sharing all his vegetables with neighbors and friends. He enjoyed sitting outside with friends in the summer months, sharing conversations about stocks, politics, movies and gardening. His close circle coined him as a great listener and found solace in his advice. He also enjoyed coin and stamp collecting. After embracing technology in his later years, his favorite game quickly became Angry Birds over the traditional poker game. He also loved sharing a great joke or meme. In the words of Frank Sinatra ... “And now, the end is near. And so, I face the final curtain. My friend, I’ll say it clear. I’ll state my case, of which I’m certain ... I’ve lived, a life that’s full ... 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Stoke have sacked head coach Narcis Pelach after just 19 games - and fans have been quick to have their say on the decision. Pelach, who was appointed in September at the age of 36, won just three of the 18 league games for which he was in charge and departs after a 2-0 Boxing Day defeat at home by Leeds which left Stoke 19th place in the table, just three points clear of the relegation zone. The Catalan was only appointed in September after the sacking of Steven Schumacher , and his dismissal sparked an outpouring of anger from Stoke City supporters. Here is what some of them have been saying on social media... Dan Huntley: Surely Walters has to go as well? This has chronically backfired. Dean Watkins: Whose manager shall we pinch and ruin next? What a shambles we are on and off the pitch. Sam Hill: Ah, shame. He seemed a lovely, hard working bloke, even if he was a bit rubbish as a manager. Wish him all the best. SDK: I can see the appeal of the guy, he's obviously a very good coach, just wasn't as good a head coach as was expected. A harsh lesson for Walters who will learn a lot from this. We have to get the next appointment right. Please not Robins, we need someone of Prem standard. CJ: As much abuse as JW is getting, you have to credit him for acting quick. People talking about SS, but in all fairness he should have gone at the end of last season. JW took a risk which could have gone either way. Unfortunately it went bad. Rather than waiting too long like MH, NJ etc. Orbs: That’s 3 managers in 2 seasons. Just didn’t expect those 2 seasons to be autumn and winter. Midge: Part of me feels sorry for him because the job was too big for him. We need a manager not a coach, and I feel the players have also let him down. Dan Hyde: Thank God for that. Awful appointment. Adam Paul: One down, one to go - your turn to leave now Walters because this is all on you. Andy Stevenson: Where SJW is correct is that Pelach is a good coach BUT not the right coach for us at this time, which makes his initial appointment and the shoddy treatment of Schuey even more mind-boggling. It may already be too late to repair the damage of the last 3 months. Karl: He’ll make a good coach down the line but we needed experience, and he’s not got that. It’s on Coates and Walter’s not Pelach. MarkJ: How can we keep hiring managers and then getting rid so soon? Thought Schumacher dismissal was particularly harsh but this is almost as bonkers. Complete lack of time for yet again for the 'right person'.Brokers say these ASX growth stocks are top buysphmacao app 。

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Israel strikes Houthi rebels in Yemen's capital while WHO chief says he was meters awayHayward Holdings CEO Kevin Holleran sells $799,140 in stockThe Berlin government has sliced the city’s arts and culture budget by €130 million (about $135 million), sparking concerns that institutions may be forced to close and imperiling the German capital’s status as an arts hub. The cuts, which represent 12 percent of the sector’s budget, are part of the city’s 2025 spending plan and have been robustly defended by Berlin’s mayor, Kai Wegner, a member of the right-wing Christian Democratic Union. According to the Art Newspaper (TAN), Wegner blamed the cuts on the “green dreams” of the prior, left-wing administration, citing a need for a “change of mentality” and pointing to the city’s “record” €40 billion budget. Bandied about for weeks, the cuts almost certainly place jobs and programs in jeopardy, and the arts community has been vocal about these and other possible negative outcomes, including a tamping-down of experimental or less commercial programming. Emma Enderby, director of the nonprofit KW Institute for Contemporary Art, told TAN that “culture and clubs bring people to Berlin. They don’t come here for the food, they come here for the history and the culture.” Enderby noted that organizations have still not received information regarding the full budget and that it may not be communicated until mid-January. Nevertheless, with such notice, institutions are already making difficult choices. “We are letting certain positions go and closing certain programmatic initiatives, such as one of our mediation programs,” Enderby told TAN. Calling the cuts “short-sighted,” she explained that “in Berlin, culture costs around 2 percent of the overall economy, yet they’re cutting us between around 10 percent and in some cases 50 percent.” “It’s a very bad decision—pennywise and pound foolish in every sense,” Paul Spies, a co-president of the Berlin Museums Association and former director of the Stiftung Stadtmuseum Berlin, told the publication. “And it’s been done so bluntly and without input from the cultural department. It doesn’t seem that the Senate has listened to the specialists about what is possible and what is not possible.” Along with musuems, artists are expected to be affected by the cuts. “Many initiatives like studio spaces and residences that support them are also being removed or cut,” said Enderby, “which will completely change the attractiveness of coming to Berlin, an increasingly expensive city to live in.”

New pro-European coalition approved in Romania amid period of political turmoilA former president of the Calgary Homeless Foundation says he is deeply concerned by the Alberta government’s recent decision to overhaul the funding scheme for organizations providing services to homeless people. Tim Richter, who served as the foundation’s president from 2008 to 2012 and who now leads the Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness, a national charity, says the change is dangerous and will lead to more people falling through the cracks. Under the current model, the foundation and six other non-profit and other organizations act as local hubs and receive a lump sum of government money, which they distribute to smaller organizations in their area. But provincial Community and Social Services Minister Jason Nixon announced Friday that the government plans to ditch that model, and distribute the funding itself through existing government grants. Richter says under the current model, hub organizations like the foundation and Edmonton’s Homeward Trust ensure that smaller organizations within the same city work together to ensure needed services are available, and gaps are filled. He worries that under the new model, that unity and communication will be lost. “This turns back the clock on the homelessness response in Alberta 15 years,” he said. “It is a terribly dangerous move that will cost more, hurt people in the long run, and leave homelessness to explode across the province.” However, Nixon said Friday that the agencies receiving funding to dole out are essentially acting as middlemen, and it will be more efficient to eliminate that step. He also said the new process would improve “accountability and oversight” of the programs and services made available through the funding, and gave a couple of examples of funds being used in ways that didn’t align with the government’s goals. “We’ve seen evidence in the past of organizations distributing tents out into the community,” he said. “That would be a great example of where our government is focused on shelter and housing, not on providing encampments.” In an interview late Friday Nixon dismissed Richter’s concerns. “(Funding) will continue to be based on community need, and continue to go to frontline services associated in those communities,” he said. He also said the government provides a combined $101.5 million annually to the seven hub organizations and the new model is anticipated to increase the funding available. But Richter said the province will lose the local oversight and flexibility that the hub organizations provide. “Homelessness is local, and you need local leadership and local focus and local decision-making,” Richter said. “Who will be more efficient and more effective in coordinating a local response, people on the ground or somebody in a government office in Edmonton?” “What this announcement signals is that the government of Alberta does not want to solve homelessness, because solving homelessness requires building coordinated systems focused on ending it.” In an email Friday Homeward Trust said it wasn’t able to comment on the change. Kaely Cormack, a spokesperson for the Calgary Homeless Foundation, said the agency was only notified of the change Friday and is waiting for more details from the government. Janis Irwin, the Opposition NDP housing critic, is also critical of the government’s overhaul and says the move raises questions about which anti-homelessness organizations will receive funding going forward. Irwin said that given the UCP government’s staunch opposition to harm reduction services and total focus on addiction recovery, she thinks organizations like Boyle Street Community Services in her Edmonton riding could be at risk for losing funding. “I think it’s fair to think that they’ll be in jeopardy under this plan,” Irwin said, adding that she’s also concerned the province will lose data the hub organizations provide on homelessness in the province. “They’re going to be taking away the support for these organizations that provide the data that they should be using to make evidence-based decisions and they’re really going to be putting a whole lot of more unhoused folks at risk.” Nixon also announced Friday that a panel was being established to advise the government’s approach to homelessness, with a specific focus on homelessness in rural areas. The panel will also be tasked with engaging service providers on the new funding process over the next few months.phmacao login 。

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Warning issued over Christmas 'bed rot' and the very uncomfortable side effectIntuit EVP Mark Notarainni sells $2.36 million in stockSAN DIEGO, Dec. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Robbins LLP reminds investors that a class action was filed on behalf of persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired ASP Isotopes Inc. (NASDAQ: ASPI) securities between October 30, 2024 and November 26, 2024. ASP Isotopes is a development stage advanced materials company focused on the production, enrichment, and sale of isotopes. For more information, submit a form , email attorney Aaron Dumas, Jr., or give us a call at (800) 350-6003. The Allegations: Robbins LLP is Investigating Allegations that ASP Isotopes Inc. (ASPI) Misled Investors Regarding its Uranium Enrichment Technology and Facility According to the complaint, during the class period, defendants failed to disclose that the Company: (1) overstated the potential effectiveness of its enrichment technology; (2) overstated the development potential of its high assay low-enriched uranium facility; and (3) overstated the Company’s nuclear fuels operating segment results. Plaintiff alleges that on November 26, 2024, market research firm Fuzzy Panda Research published a report that alleged the Company is “using old, disregarded laser enrichment technology to masquerade as a new, cutting-edge Uranium enrichment.” The report revealed a series of experts interviewed stated the Company’s reported cost estimates and timeline for building its HALEU uranium facilities was misleading to the point of being “delusional.” The report further alleged the Company had significantly overstated the significance of its agreement with TerraPower, which was only a “non-binding” memorandum of understanding entered into to “put pressure on [TerraPower’s] real suppliers.” The report quoted a former TerraPower executives as stating that ASP Isotopes was “missing the manufacturing; They are missing the processes as well; They still have to develop the HALEU...the most important part.” On this news, the Company’s stock price fell $1.80 or 23.53%, to close at $5.85 per share on November 26, 2024, and continued to fall on the subsequent trading date, falling $0.83 or 14.19%, to close at $5.02 per share on November 27, 2024. What Now: You may be eligible to participate in the class action against ASP Isotopes Inc. Shareholders who want to serve as lead plaintiff for the class must submit their application to the court by February 3, 2025. A lead plaintiff is a representative party who acts on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation. You do not have to participate in the case to be eligible for a recovery. If you choose to take no action, you can remain an absent class member. For more information, click here . All representation is on a contingency fee basis. Shareholders pay no fees or expenses. About Robbins LLP: Some law firms issuing releases about this matter do not actually litigate securities class actions; Robbins LLP does. A recognized leader in shareholder rights litigation, the attorneys and staff of Robbins LLP have been dedicated to helping shareholders recover losses, improve corporate governance structures, and hold company executives accountable for their wrongdoing since 2002. Since our inception, we have obtained over $1 billion for shareholders. To be notified if a class action against ASP Isotopes Inc. settles or to receive free alerts when corporate executives engage in wrongdoing, sign up for Stock Watch today. Attorney Advertising. Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/af960bd5-1ae2-4ed3-afe3-591b09ab920b

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Generate Investment Management Ltd increased its position in shares of NVIDIA Co. ( NASDAQ:NVDA – Free Report ) by 30.8% during the 3rd quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund owned 766,010 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock after acquiring an additional 180,401 shares during the quarter. NVIDIA comprises approximately 6.2% of Generate Investment Management Ltd’s investment portfolio, making the stock its biggest holding. Generate Investment Management Ltd’s holdings in NVIDIA were worth $93,020,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period. Several other large investors have also recently bought and sold shares of NVDA. Hamilton Wealth LLC boosted its stake in shares of NVIDIA by 0.3% during the 1st quarter. Hamilton Wealth LLC now owns 3,142 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock worth $2,839,000 after buying an additional 9 shares during the last quarter. Poehling Capital Management INC. boosted its position in NVIDIA by 0.9% during the first quarter. Poehling Capital Management INC. now owns 1,596 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock valued at $1,442,000 after purchasing an additional 14 shares during the last quarter. FSA Wealth Management LLC grew its stake in NVIDIA by 3.0% in the first quarter. FSA Wealth Management LLC now owns 486 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock valued at $439,000 after purchasing an additional 14 shares in the last quarter. Clean Yield Group increased its position in shares of NVIDIA by 0.8% during the 1st quarter. Clean Yield Group now owns 1,795 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock worth $1,622,000 after purchasing an additional 15 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Bell Investment Advisors Inc boosted its holdings in shares of NVIDIA by 1.3% in the 1st quarter. Bell Investment Advisors Inc now owns 1,208 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock valued at $1,092,000 after buying an additional 16 shares during the last quarter. Institutional investors own 65.27% of the company’s stock. Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth A number of equities analysts recently weighed in on NVDA shares. Westpark Capital boosted their target price on shares of NVIDIA from $127.50 to $165.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a report on Thursday, August 29th. Sanford C. Bernstein upped their target price on shares of NVIDIA from $130.00 to $155.00 and gave the company an “outperform” rating in a report on Thursday, August 29th. Raymond James raised their target price on shares of NVIDIA from $140.00 to $170.00 and gave the company a “strong-buy” rating in a research note on Thursday, November 14th. Benchmark boosted their price target on NVIDIA from $170.00 to $190.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research report on Thursday. Finally, New Street Research raised NVIDIA from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating and set a $120.00 price objective for the company in a research report on Tuesday, August 6th. Four investment analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating, thirty-nine have issued a buy rating and one has given a strong buy rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, NVIDIA currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $164.15. Insider Activity at NVIDIA In other NVIDIA news, Director Mark A. Stevens sold 155,000 shares of NVIDIA stock in a transaction dated Wednesday, October 9th. The stock was sold at an average price of $132.27, for a total transaction of $20,501,850.00. Following the transaction, the director now directly owns 8,100,117 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $1,071,402,475.59. The trade was a 1.88 % decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through this link . Also, CEO Jen Hsun Huang sold 120,000 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, September 3rd. The shares were sold at an average price of $110.76, for a total value of $13,291,200.00. Following the completion of the sale, the chief executive officer now directly owns 76,375,705 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $8,459,373,085.80. The trade was a 0.16 % decrease in their position. The disclosure for this sale can be found here . Insiders sold a total of 2,156,270 shares of company stock worth $254,784,327 in the last quarter. 4.23% of the stock is owned by insiders. NVIDIA Trading Down 3.2 % NVDA opened at $141.95 on Friday. The company has a market cap of $3.48 trillion, a P/E ratio of 55.89, a PEG ratio of 1.53 and a beta of 1.66. The company has a current ratio of 4.10, a quick ratio of 3.79 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.13. The company’s 50 day moving average is $134.01 and its 200-day moving average is $122.28. NVIDIA Co. has a 1-year low of $45.01 and a 1-year high of $152.89. NVIDIA ( NASDAQ:NVDA – Get Free Report ) last announced its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, November 20th. The computer hardware maker reported $0.81 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $0.69 by $0.12. The company had revenue of $35.08 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $33.15 billion. NVIDIA had a net margin of 55.69% and a return on equity of 114.83%. The company’s revenue for the quarter was up 93.6% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period in the prior year, the business earned $0.38 earnings per share. Equities research analysts predict that NVIDIA Co. will post 2.68 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. NVIDIA announced that its board has authorized a share repurchase plan on Wednesday, August 28th that permits the company to buyback $50.00 billion in shares. This buyback authorization permits the computer hardware maker to reacquire up to 1.6% of its shares through open market purchases. Shares buyback plans are often a sign that the company’s board believes its stock is undervalued. NVIDIA Announces Dividend The company also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Friday, December 27th. Stockholders of record on Thursday, December 5th will be paid a $0.01 dividend. This represents a $0.04 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 0.03%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Thursday, December 5th. NVIDIA’s dividend payout ratio is currently 1.57%. NVIDIA Profile ( Free Report ) NVIDIA Corporation provides graphics and compute and networking solutions in the United States, Taiwan, China, Hong Kong, and internationally. The Graphics segment offers GeForce GPUs for gaming and PCs, the GeForce NOW game streaming service and related infrastructure, and solutions for gaming platforms; Quadro/NVIDIA RTX GPUs for enterprise workstation graphics; virtual GPU or vGPU software for cloud-based visual and virtual computing; automotive platforms for infotainment systems; and Omniverse software for building and operating metaverse and 3D internet applications. Further Reading Want to see what other hedge funds are holding NVDA? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for NVIDIA Co. ( NASDAQ:NVDA – Free Report ). Receive News & Ratings for NVIDIA Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for NVIDIA and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .phmacao 777 。

CINCINNATI , Dec. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP ) has promoted Matthew Hijuelos to vice president of distribution, effective Jan. 1 . He will oversee the team responsible for managing distribution across numerous Scripps platforms – including cable, satellite and virtual carriers as well as multicast spectrum. Hijuelos currently serves as senior director of media distribution for Scripps and is responsible for the strategy, development and execution of multiplatform distribution and monetization partnerships across Scripps' national networks, local TV stations, sports and original programming. In this role, he has led Scripps' streaming distribution efforts and has helped grow the company's annual connected TV advertising revenue. "Matt is a respected media and business leader with a track record for successfully managing complex distribution negotiations," said Jason Combs , Scripps chief financial officer. "His experience, extensive industry relationships and understanding of our business make him the right person to lead our distribution team." Hijuelos has been with Scripps since 2021. He joined the company as part of its acquisition of ION, where he served as vice president of business distribution, leading OTT strategy, partnerships, technology, monetization and analytics for the ION networks. He previously spent nearly 20 years with Akamai Technologies, the cloud computing company, where he held several leadership positions focused on business development. Hijuelos began his career as a business analyst at JP Morgan and also worked as a management consultant for KPMG. He has a bachelor's of business administration degree from the University of Michigan Ross School of Business. Hijuelos, based in New York , replaces Robin Davis , who is retiring from Scripps at the end of the year. Media contact: Becca McCarter , (513) 410-2425, [email protected] About Scripps The E.W. 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Taiwan halts Uber's Foodpanda acquisitionGandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], December 25 (ANI): On the occasion of 'Good Governance Day' in Gandhinagar, an MOU was signed under the chairmanship of Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel between the Water Resources Department and SAC-ISRO. The technical collaboration aims to enhance water resource development and management through the use of space technology, along with capacity building for department officials. Also Read | 'Hanukkah Sameach': PM Narendra Modi, President Droupadi Murmu Extend Hanukkah Greetings to Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu on Jewish ‘Festival of Lights’. Under the technical collaboration between the Water Resources Department and the Space Application Centre (SAC)-ISRO, several initiatives will be carried out, including the use of digital elevation models for water harvesting structures, mapping of the water resource-irrigation network, and irrigation management using high-resolution satellite imagery. Other tasks include seasonal crop coverage analysis, irrigation benchmarking, development of monitoring dashboards, hydrological modelling, river morphology studies, flood management, validation with geo-spatial and in-situ data, reservoir sedimentation analysis, groundwater level monitoring for conservation, and salinity ingress monitoring. Also Read | Who Is Ram Saroop, Gay Serial Killer Who Killed 11 in 18 Months and Wrote 'Dhokebaaz' on 1st Victim's Back?. Additionally, research projects in water resources will be undertaken, along with capacity-building training programs for department officials. The MoU for this collaboration will last for five years, with regional-level geospatial cells being set up in the Water Resources Department to carry out activities in various regions. The Water Resources Department of Gujarat is also focused on constructing new water conservation structures such as dams, barrages, weirs, and check dams, along with maintaining existing ones. Irrigation services cover an area of 32 lakh hectares through the canal systems of dams and other sources. The Space Application Centre-SAC, part of the Government of India's ISRO in Ahmedabad, is developing space technology-based applications for various fields. Additionally, proposed pilot studies will address waterlogging issues in the Ghed area (Saurashtra), salinity ingress in Saurashtra and South Gujarat, and water conservation and aquifer recharge in North Gujarat. The program held in Gandhinagar was attended by Minister for Forest and Environment Mulubhai Bera, Minister of State Mukesh Patel, Minister for Cooperation Jagdish Vishwakarma, Chief Secretary Raj Kumar, along with senior officials from the Water Resources Department and scientists from SAC-ISRO. (ANI) (This is an unedited and auto-generated story from Syndicated News feed, LatestLY Staff may not have modified or edited the content body)

Eastern Ontario's 'walker runner' Bob Hardy takes on Ottawa Santa ShuffleInspire Advisors LLC grew its stake in shares of NVIDIA Co. ( NASDAQ:NVDA – Free Report ) by 10.5% during the 3rd quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund owned 13,866 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock after buying an additional 1,314 shares during the period. Inspire Advisors LLC’s holdings in NVIDIA were worth $1,684,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Several other hedge funds have also recently modified their holdings of NVDA. Legal & General Group Plc lifted its position in shares of NVIDIA by 884.0% in the second quarter. Legal & General Group Plc now owns 213,127,959 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock worth $26,329,751,000 after buying an additional 191,469,114 shares in the last quarter. Bank of New York Mellon Corp raised its holdings in shares of NVIDIA by 854.1% during the 2nd quarter. Bank of New York Mellon Corp now owns 182,622,629 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock worth $22,561,200,000 after acquiring an additional 163,482,580 shares in the last quarter. Ameriprise Financial Inc. boosted its position in shares of NVIDIA by 870.3% during the 2nd quarter. Ameriprise Financial Inc. now owns 102,422,225 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock valued at $12,658,922,000 after acquiring an additional 91,867,031 shares during the last quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP increased its position in NVIDIA by 1,123.2% in the second quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP now owns 92,039,713 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock worth $11,371,255,000 after purchasing an additional 84,515,429 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Massachusetts Financial Services Co. MA raised its stake in NVIDIA by 808.6% during the second quarter. Massachusetts Financial Services Co. MA now owns 82,689,605 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock valued at $10,215,474,000 after purchasing an additional 73,589,208 shares in the last quarter. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 65.27% of the company’s stock. Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades A number of brokerages have commented on NVDA. Melius Research lifted their price objective on shares of NVIDIA from $165.00 to $185.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research note on Monday, November 11th. Sanford C. Bernstein lifted their price target on NVIDIA from $130.00 to $155.00 and gave the stock an “outperform” rating in a research report on Thursday, August 29th. Morgan Stanley upped their price objective on NVIDIA from $150.00 to $160.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research report on Monday, November 11th. Cantor Fitzgerald reiterated an “overweight” rating and issued a $175.00 target price on shares of NVIDIA in a report on Thursday. Finally, Rosenblatt Securities restated a “buy” rating and set a $200.00 price target on shares of NVIDIA in a report on Monday, November 18th. Four research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating, thirty-nine have assigned a buy rating and one has assigned a strong buy rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat, the stock has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $164.15. NVIDIA Stock Down 3.2 % Shares of NASDAQ NVDA opened at $141.95 on Friday. NVIDIA Co. has a 12-month low of $45.01 and a 12-month high of $152.89. The stock’s fifty day simple moving average is $134.01 and its two-hundred day simple moving average is $122.28. The stock has a market capitalization of $3.48 trillion, a PE ratio of 55.89, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.53 and a beta of 1.66. The company has a current ratio of 4.10, a quick ratio of 3.79 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.13. NVIDIA ( NASDAQ:NVDA – Get Free Report ) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, November 20th. The computer hardware maker reported $0.81 earnings per share for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.69 by $0.12. The company had revenue of $35.08 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $33.15 billion. NVIDIA had a return on equity of 114.83% and a net margin of 55.69%. The firm’s revenue for the quarter was up 93.6% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter last year, the company earned $0.38 earnings per share. As a group, analysts expect that NVIDIA Co. will post 2.68 EPS for the current fiscal year. NVIDIA Announces Dividend The company also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Friday, December 27th. Investors of record on Thursday, December 5th will be paid a dividend of $0.01 per share. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, December 5th. This represents a $0.04 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 0.03%. NVIDIA’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is presently 1.57%. NVIDIA announced that its board has approved a share repurchase program on Wednesday, August 28th that authorizes the company to repurchase $50.00 billion in shares. This repurchase authorization authorizes the computer hardware maker to repurchase up to 1.6% of its stock through open market purchases. Stock repurchase programs are generally a sign that the company’s leadership believes its shares are undervalued. Insider Activity at NVIDIA In related news, Director Tench Coxe sold 1,000,000 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction dated Thursday, September 19th. The stock was sold at an average price of $119.27, for a total transaction of $119,270,000.00. Following the transaction, the director now directly owns 5,852,480 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $698,025,289.60. This represents a 14.59 % decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which is available at this link . Also, Director Mark A. Stevens sold 155,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Wednesday, October 9th. The stock was sold at an average price of $132.27, for a total value of $20,501,850.00. Following the completion of the sale, the director now directly owns 8,100,117 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $1,071,402,475.59. This represents a 1.88 % decrease in their position. The disclosure for this sale can be found here . Insiders sold 2,156,270 shares of company stock valued at $254,784,327 over the last 90 days. Insiders own 4.23% of the company’s stock. NVIDIA Company Profile ( Free Report ) NVIDIA Corporation provides graphics and compute and networking solutions in the United States, Taiwan, China, Hong Kong, and internationally. The Graphics segment offers GeForce GPUs for gaming and PCs, the GeForce NOW game streaming service and related infrastructure, and solutions for gaming platforms; Quadro/NVIDIA RTX GPUs for enterprise workstation graphics; virtual GPU or vGPU software for cloud-based visual and virtual computing; automotive platforms for infotainment systems; and Omniverse software for building and operating metaverse and 3D internet applications. Further Reading Five stocks we like better than NVIDIA Why Understanding Call Option Volume is Essential to Successful Options Trading Vertiv’s Cool Tech Makes Its Stock Red-Hot What is the S&P/TSX Index? 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It's averaging 98.2 points per game and 13.8 steals per game, both of which ranked second in Division I through Saturday's play. The Nittany Lions were seventh per kenpom.com in turnover rate, forcing 25.3 per 100 possessions. Point guard Ace Baldwin Jr. is leading the charge, scoring 16.4 points and dishing out 7.8 assists while chipping in 2.6 steals. Zach Hicks has nearly doubled his scoring average from 8.4 last season to 15.8 this season, while Northern Illinois transfer Yanic Konan Niederhauser has beefed up the interior, tallying 12.2 points and 7.2 rebounds. Meanwhile, Fordham (3-3) is coming off a 73-71 home loss Friday night against Drexel in New York. The Rams blew a seven-point lead early in the second half and missed a chance to force overtime when leading scorer Jackie Johnson III missed a layup as time expired. Johnson, a UNLV transfer, is averaging 19 points per game and is making nearly 48 percent of his shots as one of three Rams with double-figure scoring averages. Jahmere Tripp scores at an 11.0 clip while Japhet Medor is contributed 10.5, but Fordham is struggling to make shots, canning only 41.5 percent from the field. The Rams were picked for a 14th-place finish in the Atlantic 10 despite returning more scoring than any team in the league except for VCU. Third-year coach Keith Urgo thinks his team can defy low external expectations. "We're experienced and I think we're poised to have a tremendous year," he said. --Field Level Media

Management education in India, and perhaps globally, is set for a major change. This time the change will not be incremental or evolutionary, but quite transformative. As one of the few countries that is going all out to leverage many of the emerging technologies, India will see the impact of change sooner and with deeper impact. Reason: Most of the MBA programmes which now rely on long-honoured frameworks and books authored for earlier eras, are fast getting outdated. The MBA programme must shift quite dramatically and rapidly to prepare a new generation of professionals who can embrace the disruption sweeping the world, post the pandemic, regardless of industry or domain. Industry today uses data and insights-led business practices, constant innovative thinking, and transformative mindset to even remain in the same position, let alone grow and thrive. This mindset has to get deeply ingrained among the current MBA students and they need to use their networks, real time connectivity with industry leaders, and new age acumen to get into the industry and succeed. Domain expertise and business acumen is going to be a critical aspect, rather than just functional knowledge that a traditional MBA program provides, human resources development professionals say. The current crop of MBA students must focus on industry specialization through multiple internships or hands-on projects as that is going to differentiate them during the job search. Companies will prioritize students with relevant industry experience as their capability to quickly scale up and reach optimal productivity level will be lesser, says Sriram Iyer, Founder-CEO of hrtech, Singapore. “MBA graduates used to be hired for their ability to analyse a situation, create robust and precise presentations about company capabilities; do backend research, prepare reports, and even provide right inputs for RFPs,” he notes. Today, generative AI and LLMs are doing all these jobs. AI can analyse reams of reports, provide digests and prepare presentations. It can answer queries, do research and even provide human-like insights with precise data points. “It is going to be difficult for MBAs to find the kind of placements available say 2-3 years ago,” adds Mr. Iyer. Industry experts note that since the 70s, an MBA study was seen as just another degree — a postgraduate qualification pursued out of necessity rather than intent. However, the mindset toward MBA education is still evolving, with many seeing it as an extension of commerce or science studies rather than a specialized discipline requiring real time study and collaboration with industry specialists. Unfortunately, many business schools are not able to genuinely appreciate the nuances of management education. While the scale and volume of programmes have increased, they often fail to address the reality of how industries and corporations truly operate. Much of the curriculum is still based on Westernized frameworks, and original research by faculty remains scarce. This disconnect creates a significant gap between what the industry requires and what MBA graduates are prepared for. Addressing the industry-education gap Professors of practice (those who move from industry to academia to teach cutting edge knowledge in different subjects and disciplines) say management education is often driven by institutional personalities and is sometimes hindered by insecurities when industry professionals join academia. With unprecedented advancements like machine learning (ML), artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, IoT, and robotics, it’s crucial for MBA programs to prepare students for this new age. Sujitesh Das, Creator, Badgefree, a Talent Market Exchange & Fractional faculty at IIMs, says MBA education should focus on the four significant transformations that have happened in business:Understanding the power and impact of deep digital disruption Extreme focus on innovation as a culture in organizationsThe power of Data/Information/ Knowledge / Insights / Wisdom / Conspiracy to provide multi-layered perspectives and dive deep into problem-solvingFostering a strong culture of ethics, empathy and socially responsible work. Business Model Innovation: Emerging industries like e-commerce, fintech, ed-tech, and EVs are disrupting traditional operations. New-age companies focus on scalability, reducing operational costs, and creating innovative revenue streams like platform fees and value-added services. Operational Efficiency: Businesses demand smarter, faster, and more cost-effective solutions. MBA graduates need to embrace this disruptive thinking. Behavioural changes: The IT revolution sought to automate and make systems more efficient and predictable and thus save costs and reduce wasteful time and expenditure. But transformative digital technologies are today altering human and collective behaviour. Airbnb has changed the way we travel; food apps have changed our cuisine and the way we cook or eat; quick commerce (10 minute deliveries are now making people think “I will buy what I want whenever I want”). And these behavioural changes are resulting in new models of revenue Innovation and entrepreneurship: The next frontier Today, intelligence is commoditized by technology. It is no longer a differentiator because anyone can leverage artificial intelligence to synthesize information intelligent and use it with agility. Here’s where creativity is going to differentiate one professional from the other. — combining creativity with business acumen to drive desirability and viability is the bulwark of innovation today. MBA programmes must foster this culture of innovation and entrepreneurship early on and achieve this by making students participate in different contests. While some schools have labs, simulations, and gamified learning environments, the deeper appreciation for innovation takes time to build. A shift in attitude toward experimentation and risk-taking is essential, especially as a dynamic group of multigenerational workers – 70s kids, Gen Z, millennials, and Gen X—reshape the workplace. Data as the new currency In today’s industry, data isn’t just currency — it’s the fuel for decision-making. However, many business schools fail to teach students how to move beyond superficial analysis. The journey from data to wisdom involves peeling back layers to uncover meaningful insights, making informed decisions, and identifying market trends. This requires more than just predictive and prescriptive analytics; it demands an ability to navigate the grey areas of uncertainty. Ethical dimensions Knowledge today is getting synthesized and, for the right prompt, can be served through AI. But the real challenge for B school owners is moving beyond knowledge to actionable wisdom. Business schools must emphasize critical thinking, and also place equal emphasis on ethical considerations, and social responsibility. Empathy is essential for understanding the needs, desires, and pain points of customers, employees, and stakeholders. It helps MBA graduates: Empathy is needed to develop products and services that truly address customer needs. It is required to foster a positive workplace culture by understanding team dynamics and individual challenges. Building trust and long-lasting relationships with clients and partners requires deep empathy. Leaders who practice empathy are better equipped to motivate and inspire teams; manage conflicts with sensitivity and fairness; and make decisions that consider the well-being of all stakeholders. Teaching empathy to MBA graduates nurtures leaders who are not only effective but also compassionate and inclusive. As businesses increasingly rely on technologies like AI, machine learning, and data analytics, the ethical implications of these tools come into sharp focus. MBA graduates must understand the potential societal impact of their decisions, such as biases in AI algorithms or data privacy concerns; or balance innovation with ethics to avoid harm or exploitation. In the next few years, according to Sriram Iyer, most of the MBA students would be experienced industry professionals because knowledge of business and management will become so specialized that generic information or knowledge will serve little purpose. Most of the routine stuff would be done by machines. From a college management perspective, there would be more demand for an executive MBA program rather than full-time MBA program. Considering the current disruption led by technology, students might prefer an executive management program, whereby they are able to balance both education and work as that would be better application of knowledge. A traditional management degree only focuses on providing knowledge. A management degree alongside relevant work experience can put professionals on the cutting edge and make them more resilient in the current job market. (K. Ramachandran writes on higher education and is also a business leader in 361 Degree Minds.) Published - December 25, 2024 08:35 pm IST Copy link Email Facebook Twitter Telegram LinkedIn WhatsApp RedditDRIVERS have been forced to rethink their routes as a major motorway used by thousands will be closed next week. As the lead up to Christmas gets busier, with more vehicles on the roads, motorway closures are set to come in full force. 3 During the run up to Christmas there are a few lane closures to take notice of Credit: LNP 3 The M1 and M25 will be affected by roadworks until the morning of December 19 Credit: Alamy There are roadworks on the M25, M1, A1M, A405, and A414 in southern Hertfordshire until December 19. This is due to safety repairs, maintenance, testing, and structure inspections. If you're planning to use the M25 or the M1 from December 7 to December 19 keep an eye on the following road closures. From 11pm December 6 to 5.30am December 7, expect moderate delays anti-clockwise from junction 24 to junction 23 on the M25. Read more Motors CAR-N'T BELIEVE IT Explore incredible car junkyard with amazing motors forgotten by time GET GOING Five driving test tips as it 'gets easier' with instructors told to boost rates This is due to lane and slip road closures for emergency area upgrade works and you can find diversions using National Highways roads. Then, from 10pm December 9 to 5am December 11, the M1 southbound from junction 4 to junction 3 will see delays due to structure inspections. During this timeframe, from 10pm December 9 to 6am December 14, moderate delays are also expected on the M25 anti-clockwise from junction 21A to junction 20. This is because the carriageway is being closed for testing works - again you can the diversions are found using National Highways and local roads. Most read in Motors GOLD STANDARD UK's most reliable cars for 2025 revealed - including discontinued hatchback DRIVE TIME World’s first self-driving car dubbed ‘absurd’ by its own inventor hits the road LINE IN THE SAND Moment worker rams into woman stopping him painting lines outside her home POWER PLAY First ever McLaren of its kind with 208mph top speed & 4-litre engine on sale On December 9 from 10pm to 5.30am December 10, the M25 clockwise from junction 23 to junction 24 will have delays for Midas installation works. Lane closures will cause delays from 10pm December 9 to 6am December 14, the M25 clockwise from junction 21 to junction 22 due to weather station installation works. M25 closures The M25 is facing closures from December 4th all the way until December 19 at 5.30am. December 4 (10pm) - December 5 (5am): Minor delays (under 10 minutes) clockwise between junction 21A and junction 22 December 4 (10pm) - December 6 (5.30am): Minor delays (under 10 minutes) anti-clockwise from junction 24 to junction 23 December 5 (10pm) - December 6 (5am): Minor delays (under 10 minutes) clockwise between junction 21A and junction 22 December 6 (11pm) - December 7 (5.30am): Moderate delays (10-30 minutes) anti-clockwise from junction 24 to junction 23 December 9 (10pm) - December 10 (5.30am): Minor delays (under 10 minutes) clockwise between junction 23 and junction 24 December 9 (10pm) - December 14 (6am): Minor delays (under 10 minutes) clockwise from junction 21 to junction 22 December 10 (10pm) - December 11 (5am): Moderate delays (10-30 minutes) anti-clockwise from junction 24 to junction 23 December 11 (10pm) - December 13 (5.30am): Minor delays (under 10 minutes) anti-clockwise between junction 24 and junction 23 December 16 (10pm) - December 19 (5.30am): Minor delays (under 10 minutes) clockwise from junction 22 to junction 24 On December 10 from 10pm to 5am December 11, the M1 northbound from junction 8 to junction 9 will be affected by delays National communications works on behalf of National Highways. During these dates, the M25 anti-clockwise from junction 24 to junction 23 will also face moderate delays due to lane and slip road closures. Again, you can find diversions through National Highways roads. On the 10pm December 11 until 5am December 12, slight delays will impact the M1 northbound from junction 5 to junction 6 for urgent safety fence repairs. From 10pm December 11 to 5.30am December 13, the M25 anti-clockwise from junction 24 to junction 23 will see delays as well for emergency area upgrade works. Finally, from 10pm December 16 to 5am December 19, the M1 southbound from junction 5 to London Gateway Services will by affected by delays for safety fence repairs. During the same period, from 10pm December 16 to 5.30am December 19, the M25 clockwise from junction 22 to junction 24 will have delays. These lane closures are for Stopped Vehicle Detection technology which is a technology used on motorways to automatically detect stationary vehicles on the road. With the stormy weather affecting the roads and exacerbating vehicle issues, breakdowns are more common as the temperature drops and winds pick up. Read more on the Scottish Sun FERRY WINDY Ferry stranded amid Storm Darragh as passengers stuck on ship for 12 hours HORROR BLAZE Huge fire erupts at Scots industrial estate as emergency crews race to scene As these roadworks are set to take place when during hours when it's dark outside, make sure you come prepared. Planning your route before you leave can save time on the road and reduce the risk of being caught with car trouble outside. What to keep in your car in case of an emergency THE Met Office has urged drivers to keep nine essential items in their car in case of an emergency Warm clothing Food Water A blanket A torch Ice scraper/de-icer A warning triangle High visibility vest In-car phone charger 3 It's always better to plan your route in advance to avoid severe delays Credit: Alamy

Tim Cook sat down with Wired for a wide-ranging interview He confirmed that Apple hasn't considered charging for AI features as of yet Cook shedded some light on Vision Pro performance, albeit indirectly I like Tim Cook . The now long-time Apple CEO is gracious, smart, and as close to a human sphinx as you can imagine. He rarely drops major news, either casually or when the media are grilling him. Cook did not disappoint in his latest wide-ranging interview with Wired's Steven Levy . One of the best in the business, Levy peppered Cook with questions about everything from the iPhone's 16's new Camera Control button to Apple Intelligence , the company, and his own legacy. Cook didn't exactly break news, but there were areas where he revealed a bit more about himself and some of Apple's strategic decisions relating to AI, mixed reality, and what comes next for Cook himself. Apple Intelligence, Apple's brand of AI that Cook insists is not a pun, has been slowly rolling out to supported iPhones, iPads, and Macs, with each iteration getting a bit closer to what Apple promised during its June WWDC 2024 keynote. Cook didn't walk through any new features, though he does have a point of view on the fine line between utility and taking over. Cook tends to believe that AI is an assistant (like a copilot, I guess) and is not straight-up doing things for you. However, Cook's perspective on charging for additional and maybe more powerful AI Apple Intelligence features was more interesting. It's not a discussion they've been having on the Apple Campus. "We never talked about charging for it," Cook told Levy. Now, that doesn't mean it's off the table, but since Apple and Cook view Apple Intelligence as similar to multitouch on the iPhone, AI is likely a feature that adds value to all the other products and services Apple charges for. Apple could simply raise the prices on them to cover the cost of building and supporting Apple intelligence features. Vision Pro realities Apple has been mum on Vision Pro sales. The powerful VR and mixed-reality headset is undoubtedly the apex of Apple's consumer electronics capabilities and the company makes you pay dearly for it – $3,500 – which may account for consumer apathy. Cook didn't speak directly about sales performance, but he's still bullish about the headset. I think, though, he may have acknowledged that the pricey wearable is not for everyone. Here's how Cook characterized it to Levy: Get the best Black Friday deals direct to your inbox, plus news, reviews, and more. Sign up to be the first to know about unmissable Black Friday deals on top tech, plus get all your favorite TechRadar content. "It’s an early adopter product, for people who want tomorrow’s technology today." Cook insisted that the ecosystem is flourishing, which may be a sign of product category health, but then he added one encouraging bit of almost news about what might come next. Levy asked about Meta Orion and Snap AR glasses . These lighter and more glasses-like wearables focus on AR experiences, and I wondered if Vision Pro's next iteration could be headed in that direction. "Yes," Cook told Levy, "It’s a progression over time in terms of what happens with form factors." I think the market cannot wait to try out those next form factors. After Cook Some believe that Apple Hardware lead John Ternus is the next likely Apple CEO , but for Ternus to step in, Cook would have to step away. The current Apple CEO, however, did not paint a picture of someone running out of steam or one who is becoming less engaged with the brand. The Apple-Tim Cook love affair is still very much alive. Cook is not planning his exit and told Levy that he would not "do it until the voice in my head says, 'It's time." Cook said he loves the job and can't imagine his life without it. Put another way, Tim Cook will be steering the Apple ship and building upon his legacy, which Cook wants to be health. "We have research going on. We’re pouring all of ourselves in here, and we work on things that are years in the making," Cook told Levy. I think it will likely be Apple Silicon for many years to come, though. A new affordable iPad could launch in 2025 too These are the best Apple iPads right now Apple needs to fix its infuriating Home appOur community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Spaghetti bolognese is a staple in many UK households, beloved for its scrumptious flavour and straightforward preparation. Yet, Michelin-starred chef Paul Foster has suggested we've been omitting an essential component - milk. The proprietor of the acclaimed Salt eatery in Stratford Upon Avon has divulged his exclusive recipe for the Italian staple. In a clip posted on his social media, he queried his audience: "Are you adding milk to your bolognese? If not, why not? If you want the best results based on authenticity, then follow my method – [this is] how to cook bolognese properly." Paul, who's active on TikTok under the handle @paulfosterchef, pleased his fans by revealing his detailed cooking instructions. "This recipe is based on my culinary knowledge, my nostalgia and also my experiences with the original recipes in Bologna [where the dish originated]." Join the Daily Record's WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. He details that the foundation of the dish is key, beginning with a 'sofrito', which includes finely chopped onions, celery, and peeled carrots. These are prepared separately, while thyme is minced and garlic is grated, reports the Mirror . All these components are subsequently combined in a pan with hot olive oil and a liberal dash of salt. The initial step involves softly sautéing the onions, celery, and carrots for roughly three to four minutes without browning them. Following this, the minced thyme and grated garlic are added and cooked for about two more minutes, also without allowing them to brown. Firstly, set your cooked vegetables aside. Next, in the same pan, brown equal quantities of minced beef and pork over a high heat, stirring constantly. Once the meat is cooked through, pour in a generous amount of robust red wine and let it simmer until reduced. Then, stir in tomato puree, followed by the earlier prepared vegetables, some top-notch tinned tomatoes and chicken stock. Paul advises, "It's going to be quite wet so you want to cook this gently for about three hours to reduce it and concentrate it so it becomes thick and glossy." For a personal twist, he suggests adding milk—"This gives it that creaminess without adding cream – honestly, this is a game changer. Stir that in for a while and then check it for seasoning." Don't miss the latest news from around Scotland and beyond - Sign up to our daily newsletter here.

Aaron Wealth Advisors LLC Purchases 23,936 Shares of NVIDIA Co. (NASDAQ:NVDA)SoundHound AI’s Meteoric Rise! Surpassing Expectations in 2024Recent articles in The Atlantic and Teen Vogue highlight a troubling trend: College students are increasingly disengaged from reading, prompting a search for scapegoats. From private research universities to small liberal arts colleges, professors have expressed frustration over students’ declining ability to tackle course readings. They’ve had to reduce the number of pages assigned for homework due to dwindling reading stamina and enthusiasm for “academic” texts. But who truly deserves the blame? A significant portion of the criticism is directed at technological devices because the distractions these devices present can severely affect learning. Research has shown that cellphones, tablets and laptops enable students to indulge in distractions, prompting several states to pass legislation aimed at banning cellphones to improve students’ mental health and focus. Others point fingers at standardized testing — and, by extension, K-12 teachers. Standardized tests dominate educational priorities, influencing national and state policy, school rankings and resource distribution. Although many teachers recognize that these tests do little to enhance classroom learning, they remain a central focus. Because of this, some teachers feel obligated to prioritize test preparation, which often favors superficial reading comprehension over deep, sustained engagement with texts and ideas. Consequently, students may find themselves skimming to answer questions rather than appreciating the transformative power of literature, all in pursuit of a passing score on a high-stakes exam. Teachers are not to blame for this predicament. When I was an English teacher in Florida and Georgia — at-will employment states in which an employer can fire an employee for any reason, with or without cause or notice — I understood that improving student test scores was crucial for job security. Despite my passion for reading and my efforts to cultivate literary engagement in my classroom, I was acutely aware that failure to show adequate yearly progress could jeopardize my position. In many states, test scores are linked to merit pay and job stability, placing immense pressure on teachers to deliver results. While it’s easy to point fingers, we must recognize the many layers to this conversation. In many articles about students’ reading abilities, there is an overemphasis on students’ disengagement from canonical texts — those traditionally deemed “classics” that all students should read. Works such as “Wuthering Heights,” “Jane Eyre,” “The Iliad,” “Great Expectations” and “Pride and Prejudice” are often heralded as crucial for understanding the human condition and appreciating humanity’s greatest achievements. While these texts can offer valuable insights, they predominately feature white authors and white protagonists, suggesting that only certain humans are worthy of appreciation. When the canon is prioritized, contemporary, diverse and young adult literature, especially works by and about minoritized people, are often overlooked. By emphasizing a narrow selection of texts, we can alienate students who might connect more deeply with stories that reflect their own experiences. By spotlighting white-centric literature from centuries ago, we risk making reading feel irrelevant to students’ lives, further diminishing their motivation to read. Certainly, technology plays a role in the time students devote to reading, but can we truly blame them for being drawn in? Social media algorithms curate personalized content connected to people’s interests, contrasting sharply with our approach to selecting class texts. Schools, for numerous reasons, tend to favor standardized reading experiences, often ignoring students’ diverse interests and backgrounds. It’s no wonder students aren’t reading complete novels; we’ve categorized the books young people love as not “real” reading. Our educational culture has prioritized test scores over meaningful reading engagement. We’ve communicated that reading matters only when it can be dissected for a test, while students’ interests are sidelined. There are no official statistics tracking the number of complete novels assigned in high school. But reports indicate that assignments requiring students to read full-length novels are becoming less common, and federal data shows teens are reading less than they did a decade ago. Researchers have also noted a decline in young people reading books for pleasure, a trend that continues into adulthood. So, yes, reading in the U.S. is in a state of emergency. Yes, college students — and everyone else — are reading fewer novels. However, if we want to point fingers, we should start with ourselves. We’ve spent so much time blaming each other, young people and books when we could’ve been suggesting solutions. We could advocate for a reduced emphasis on standardized testing and push for increased funding to help schools acquire texts that align with student interests. We could champion diverse and contemporary literature that reflects the lives and experiences of all students. We could call for better funding for teacher education programs to equip educators with the tools they need to match students with texts that might foster a love of reading. The responsibility lies with all of us — educators, policymakers and communities — to create an environment where every student feels inspired to explore the vast world of literature, even if their reading journey occurs outside of our classrooms.

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The beloved actor known for roles in "The Golden Girls," "The Mary Tyler Moore Show," "Boston Legal" and others will be on a 2025 Forever stamp, USPS announced this past week. White died in late December 2021 , less than three weeks before her 100th birthday. The Postal Service hasn't announced a release date for the stamp. “An icon of American television, Betty White (1922–2021) shared her wit and warmth with viewers for seven decades,” the Postal Service said in announcing the stamp, which depicts a smiling White based on a 2010 photograph by celebrity photographer Kwaku Alston . “The comedic actor, who gained younger generations of fans as she entered her 90s, was also revered as a compassionate advocate for animals.” Boston-based artist Dale Stephanos created the digital illustration from Alston's photo. "I'd love to send a letter back to my 18-year-old self with this stamp on it and tell him that everything is going to be OK," Stephanos posted on Facebook . Regardless of personal politics, self-proclaimed supporters of Republican President-elect Donald Trump and Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris reacted with delight on social media. "Betty White was my hero, all of my life! I actually had a doll when I was a little girl I named Betty White," one Trump supporter posted on X , formerly Twitter. “Something to make this awful week a little better: We’re getting a Betty White stamp,” a pro-Harris X account posted. White combined a wholesome image with a flare for bawdy jokes . Her television career began in the early 1950s and exploded as she aged. “The only SNL host I ever saw get a standing ovation at the after party," Seth Meyers posted on Twitter after her death. "A party at which she ordered a vodka and a hotdog and stayed til the bitter end.”Betty White Forever: New stamp will honor the much-beloved 'Golden Girls' actor

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