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Fortinet has unveiled its new cloud-delivered platform, FortiAppSec Cloud, a cutting-edge solution designed to address the escalating complexities of securing modern web applications across multiple cloud environments. The launch marks a significant step in the cybersecurity provider’s ongoing efforts to offer a unified approach to web application security, ensuring businesses can safeguard their digital infrastructure in an era of rapidly evolving threats. The FortiAppSec Cloud platform is an essential response to the increasing shift toward multi-cloud and hybrid cloud architectures, which have expanded the attack surface for businesses globally. As more organizations deploy web applications across a mix of on-premises and cloud infrastructures, the challenges associated with securing these applications—ranging from sensitive data breaches to malicious attacks—have grown more sophisticated and frequent. FortiAppSec Cloud integrates web application and API security with cloud-native capabilities, providing protection against the most common types of cyberattacks, including SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), and application layer DDoS attacks. Fortinet’s new offering comes at a time when security has become a major concern for enterprises embracing digital transformation. According to a recent report by the Cloud Security Alliance, the increased adoption of multi-cloud strategies has outpaced the ability of many organizations to implement adequate security measures, leaving gaps that cybercriminals are quick to exploit. FortiAppSec Cloud aims to bridge these gaps, offering a holistic, scalable solution that helps businesses manage risk while reducing the complexity of their security operations. A key feature of FortiAppSec Cloud is its ability to seamlessly integrate with existing security infrastructures, leveraging Fortinet’s broad cybersecurity ecosystem. It allows for a unified security approach across different cloud environments—be it public or private—and enhances visibility and control over applications running in distributed cloud environments. The platform uses advanced machine learning and automation to detect and mitigate security threats in real-time, significantly reducing the need for manual intervention and enabling faster response times to potential security breaches. As cybersecurity threats become more targeted and sophisticated, Fortinet is positioning FortiAppSec Cloud as a critical tool for businesses of all sizes. In an era where application vulnerabilities are often the entry point for attackers, Fortinet’s solution aims to deliver comprehensive security by ensuring that every layer of the application stack is protected, from the web server to the database. By offering deep insights into application traffic and anomalies, the platform enhances threat detection capabilities, providing businesses with the agility they need to safeguard sensitive data and comply with regulatory requirements. Fortinet’s extensive reputation in the cybersecurity field adds weight to the launch of FortiAppSec Cloud. The company’s FortiGate firewall technology is widely regarded as one of the best in the industry, and this latest innovation builds upon that foundation. Fortinet’s integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) into FortiAppSec Cloud helps automate tasks such as traffic inspection and threat intelligence, improving the efficiency of security operations teams. Additionally, the platform’s ability to quickly scale with business growth makes it an attractive option for organizations that are expanding their digital footprint. FortiAppSec Cloud addresses the growing concerns around web application security in the wake of several high-profile breaches. In a notable 2023 survey conducted by the cybersecurity firm Palo Alto Networks, nearly 60% of IT decision-makers identified web application security as one of their primary concerns for the year ahead. With its advanced threat protection and proactive security measures, FortiAppSec Cloud aims to provide businesses with the necessary tools to stay ahead of cybercriminals and ensure their web applications remain secure. In terms of deployment, FortiAppSec Cloud is designed to be simple to integrate, requiring minimal disruption to existing operations. Its cloud-native approach means that businesses can adopt it without needing significant hardware investments or extensive on-premises infrastructure. The platform is designed for organizations of all sizes, offering a flexible and cost-effective solution for enterprises looking to enhance their security posture. Fortinet’s decision to focus on multi-cloud security is part of a broader industry trend, with other major cybersecurity providers also developing solutions tailored to complex cloud environments. However, FortiAppSec Cloud differentiates itself with its ability to deliver end-to-end security that spans both traditional on-premises networks and cloud environments. By providing a singular security framework that encompasses both, FortiAppSec Cloud helps reduce the complexity of managing disparate security tools across different platforms. The platform’s deep integration with Fortinet’s existing security solutions further bolsters its capabilities. For instance, it works seamlessly with FortiGate firewalls, FortiManager for centralized management, and FortiSIEM for enhanced event management. This integration streamlines security workflows and improves the overall effectiveness of an organization’s security infrastructure. It also provides organizations with the ability to manage their entire security portfolio from a single dashboard, which can be a significant advantage for teams operating under tight resource constraints. As the threat landscape continues to evolve, Fortinet is doubling down on its commitment to providing innovative, integrated security solutions that address the unique challenges posed by modern web applications and cloud environments. With the launch of FortiAppSec Cloud, Fortinet aims to provide businesses with the confidence to scale their digital operations while maintaining a high level of security.
The right book can inspire the young readers in your life, from picture books to YA novels76ers center Joel Embiid sidelined due to swelling in his left knee and will miss two games PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia 76ers say center Joel Embiid is managing swelling in his left knee and will miss a second consecutive game Sunday. The Sixers issued a statement on the condition of the 2023 NBA MVP at halftime of Friday’s NBA Cup game against the Brooklyn Nets, saying the decision to sideline Embiid was made along with the team’s medical staff. Embiid was ruled out prior to Friday’s game against the Nets due to what the team described as left knee injury maintenance. The Sixers host the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday. Giants release quarterback Daniel Jones just days after benching him EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The Daniel Jones era in New York is over. The Giants quarterback was granted his release by the team just days after the franchise said it was benching him in favor of third-stringer Tommy DeVito. New York president John Mara said Jones approached the team about releasing him and the club obliged. Mara added he was “disappointed” at the quick dissolution of a once-promising relationship between Jones and the team. Giants coach Brian Daboll benched Jones in favor of DeVito following a loss to the Panthers in Germany that dropped New York's record to 2-8. Austin Hays, Kyle Finnegan, Brendan Rodgers and Jordan Romano among 62 new free agents NEW YORK (AP) — Outfielder Austin Hays, right-hander Kyle Finnegan and second baseman Brendan Rodgers were among 62 players who became free agents when their teams failed to offer 2025 contracts. Right-hander Jordan Romano, left-hander Patrick Sandoval and outfielders Michael Tauchman and Ramón Laureano also were among the players cut loose, many of whom would have been eligible for salary arbitration. Washington cut right-hander Tanner Rainey, its last remaining player from the 2019 World Series champions. Finnegan and Hays are former All-Stars. Conor McGregor must pay $250K to woman who says he raped her, civil jury rules LONDON (AP) — A civil jury in Ireland has awarded more than $250,000 to a woman who says she was raped by mixed martial arts fighter Conor McGregor in a Dublin hotel penthouse after a night of heavy partying. The jury on Friday awarded Nikita Hand in her lawsuit that claimed McGregor “brutally raped and battered” her in 2018. The lawsuit says the assault left her heavily bruised and suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder. McGregor testified that he never forced her to do anything and that Hand fabricated her allegations after the two had consensual sex. McGregor says he will appeal the verdict. Russell puts Mercedes on pole at Las Vegas and Verstappen nips Norris in championship battle LAS VEGAS (AP) — George Russell put Mercedes on the pole for the Las Vegas Grand Prix in an upset over teammate Lewis Hamilton. Hamilton was fastest in the first two practice sessions with Russell fastest in Friday night’s third and final session. But come qualifying, Hamilton made two mistakes in the final group and wound up a distant 10th. Carlos Sainz Jr. and Charles Leclerc seemed to sweep the front row until Russell’s late lap pushed Sainz to second. Pierre Gasly slid into third, and Leclerc wound up fourth. Championship leader Max Verstappen of Red Bull qualified fifth for Saturday night's race. Verstappen needs only to score three points more than challenger Lando Norris to win his fourth straight world championship. Week 16 game between Denver Broncos and Los Angeles Chargers flexed to Thursday night spot The Los Angeles Chargers have played their way into another prime time appearance. Justin Herbert and company have had their Dec. 22 game against the Denver Broncos flexed to Thursday night, Dec. 19. Friday’s announcement makes this the first time a game has been flexed to the Thursday night spot. The league amended its policy last season where Thursday night games in Weeks 13 through 17 could be flexed with at least 28 days notice prior to the game. The matchup of AFC West division rivals bumps the game between the Cleveland Browns and Cincinnati Bengals to Sunday afternoon. Chase Elliott named NASCAR's most popular driver for 7th straight season CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Chase Elliott has been named NASCAR's most popular driver for the seventh straight year. He was announced Friday at NASCAR's annual season-ending awards ceremony. It's the only major NASCAR award determined solely by the vote of race fans. Elliott beat out Hendrick Motorsports teammate Kyle Larson and Team Penske’s Ryan Blaney, per results released by the National Motorsports Press Association. Bill Elliott, Chase's father who is nicknamed “Awesome Bill from Dawsonville,” was named NASCAR’s most popular driver a record 16 times before removing his name from the ballot. Either an Elliott or Earnhardt has won NASCAR’s most popular driver award for 34 consecutive years. NBA memo to players urges increased vigilance regarding home security following break-ins MIAMI (AP) — The NBA is urging its players to take additional precautions to secure their homes following reports of recent high-profile burglaries of dwellings owned by Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis and Kansas City Chiefs teammates Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce. In a memo sent to team officials, a copy of which was obtained by The Associated Press, the NBA revealed that the FBI has connected some burglaries to “transnational South American Theft Groups” that are “reportedly well-organized, sophisticated rings that incorporate advanced techniques and technologies, including pre-surveillance, drones, and signal jamming devices.” US ski star Shiffrin leads World Cup slalom after 1st run and closes in on career win No. 99 GURGL, Austria (AP) — Mikaela Shiffrin closed in on what would be the American ski star’s career win No. 99 by setting the pace in the opening run of a women’s World Cup slalom. Shiffrin wasn’t clean going into the steep of the Kirchenkar course but gained time on all competitors with a near-flawless finish section. Wendy Holdener was fastest at the first two splits and the Swiss racer trailed Shiffrin by 0.13 seconds at the finish. Shiffrin says she was feeling "a little bit funky on some spots.” A victory would give Shiffrin five chances to compete for win No. 100 during a North American sweep of the World Cup starting next week. Brock Purdy will miss Sunday's game for the 49ers with a shoulder injury SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy will miss Sunday’s game against the Green Bay Packers with a sore throwing shoulder. Purdy injured his right shoulder in last Sunday’s loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Purdy underwent an MRI that showed no structural damage but the shoulder didn’t improve during the week and Purdy was ruled out for the game. Coach Kyle Shanahan said star defensive end Nick Bosa also will miss the game with injuries to his left hip and oblique. Left tackle Trent Williams is questionable with an ankle injury and will be a game-time decision.NEW YORK, Dec. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of WM Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAPS) between May 25, 2021, and September 24, 2024, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”), of the important December 16, 2024 lead plaintiff deadline in the securities class action first filed by the Firm. SO WHAT: If you purchased WM Technology securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement. WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the WM Technology class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=29177 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email case@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than December 16, 2024. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation. WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually litigate securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company at the time. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs’ Bar. Many of the firm’s attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers. DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose, among other things, that: (1) WM Technology’s monthly average user metrics (“MAUs”) were severely inflated for years; and (2) as a result, defendants’ statements about its business, operations, and prospects, were materially false and misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times. 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Hayman scores 23 in Incarnate Word's 93-69 win over NAIA-member Our Lady of the LakeIowa moves on without injured quarterback Brendan Sullivan when the Hawkeyes visit Maryland for a Big Ten Conference contest on Saturday afternoon. Former starter Cade McNamara is not ready to return from a concussion, so Iowa (6-4, 4-3) turns to former walk-on and fourth-stringer Jackson Stratton to lead the offense in College Park, Md. "Confident that he'll do a great job," Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz said of Stratton on his weekly radio show. "He stepped in, did a really nice job in our last ballgame. And he's got a good ability to throw the football, and he's learning every day. ... We'll go with him and see what we can do." Iowa had been on an upswing with Sullivan, who had sparked the Hawkeyes to convincing wins over Northwestern and Wisconsin before suffering an ankle injury in a 20-17 loss at UCLA on Nov. 8. Stratton came on in relief against the Bruins and completed 3 of 6 passes for 28 yards. Another storyline for Saturday is that Ferentz will be opposing his son, Brian Ferentz, an assistant at Maryland. Brian Ferentz was Iowa's offensive coordinator from 2017-23. "We've all got business to take care of on Saturday," Kirk Ferentz said. "I think his experience has been good and everything I know about it. As a parent, I'm glad he's with good people." Maryland (4-6, 1-6) needs a win to keep its hopes alive for a fourth straight bowl appearance under Mike Locksley. The Terrapins have dropped five of their last six games, all by at least 14 points, including a 31-17 loss at home to Rutgers last weekend. "It's been a challenging last few weeks to say the least," Locksley said. The challenge this week will be to stop Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson, who leads the Big Ten in rushing yards (1,328) and touchdowns (20), averaging 7.1 yards per carry. "With running backs, it's not always about speed. It's about power, vision and the ability to make something out of nothing," Locksley said. "This guy is a load and runs behind his pads." Maryland answers with quarterback Billy Edwards Jr., who leads the Big Ten in passing yards per game (285.5) and completions (268). His top target is Tai Felton, who leads the conference in catches (86) and receiving yards (1,040). --Field Level MediaMillwall vs Sunderland suspended in medical emergency as players led off pitch
Joe and Ginger Berrigan The late U.S. District Judge Ginger Berrigan Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Only the rarest of people truly leave a mark on their chosen fields. Rarer still are those whose legacies impact, in a markedly positive way, multiple fields. The late U.S. District Judge Ginger Berrigan was one of those rarest of the rare. What set Berrigan apart, even more than her professional accomplishments, was the way she treated people — with unconditional compassion, kindness and, perhaps most disarming of all, good humor. “She was kind to everyone, not just lawyers and other judges,” said John Litchfield, who practiced law with Berrigan for several years before she became a judge and was a law partner of her late husband, Joe Berrigan. “She would be as kind to waiters and wait staff as she was to people generally regarded as important. She genuinely considered all people equally important.” Berrigan died Nov. 17 after battling dementia for most of the past decade. She was 76. Clancy DuBos She spent 22 years on the federal bench before retiring in 2016. Prior to her judicial career, she was a highly respected civil rights attorney and social justice advocate. Most notable was her work with the ACLU’s Louisiana chapter and the Committee of 21, an organization that encourages women to run for office. She also volunteered with Habitat for Humanity and, after taking the bench, organized trips to Angola penitentiary, where at-risk youth met inmates who tried to scare them straight. “She had a great intelligence and a great sense of compassion for human beings that led to the way she treated people and the way she handled cases,” said Sister Helen Prejean, a longtime friend and iconic human rights advocate herself. In addition to her sense of purpose, Berrigan’s sense of fun set her apart. As a federal judge, she brought doughnuts to pretrial conferences with lawyers. She placed a “Welcome” mat outside the door to her chambers — a sanctum sanctorum for most federal judges. She also organized Mardi Gras parades and Christmas parties at the courthouse, making sure the guest list included marshals, janitors and other courthouse workers, not just law clerks and judges. Berrigan served as chief judge of the Eastern District of Louisiana bench from 2001 to 2008. She led the effort to reopen the court after Hurricane Katrina and presided over several high-profile cases. Because of her background as a civil rights attorney, many thought she would be lenient as a judge. She was compassionate, but that did not mean she went easy on hardened criminals. Despite her lifelong opposition to the death penalty, she sentenced former NOPD cop Len Davis to death after his conviction on murder and racketeering charges in 1996. Federal law required that penalty, and she followed the law. Davis remains on death row in a federal penitentiary. Another case in point: She sentenced former New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin to 10 years in federal prison after his conviction on corruption charges. Many people wanted Nagin to get a longer sentence. They cited Berrigan’s liberal background as the reason he got “only” 10 years. I remember telling WWL radio that anyone who thought 10 years was a light sentence should offer to trade places with the former mayor. That was the last time I heard anyone say she went easy on him. By way of disclosure, I practiced law with John Litchfield and Joe Berrigan for several years prior to Hurricane Katrina — long after Ginger had taken the bench. I got to know her after Joe and Ginger married in 1984. What always struck me was how much they absolutely adored each other. No one knew that better than Litchfield, who was a confidant of both of them. “Ginger and Joe had a great relationship,” he recalled. “They genuinely remained ‘in love’ throughout their marriage.” They met while Ginger practiced law with legendary Louisiana attorney Camille Gravel, who was part of Edwin Edwards’ defense team during EWE’s first federal trial in 1985. Edwards’ lead counsel, famed Tennessee lawyer James Neal, used Berrigan and Litchfield’s downtown law offices as the defense team’s local headquarters. Joe had lost his first wife years earlier, and he slowly began dating. After being around Ginger for the weeks-long trial, he confided to Litchfield that he wanted to ask her out. “‘She’s so sweet, so genuine, and she has a great sense of humor,’” Litchfield recalled Joe saying. “My wife and I went with them on their first double date, and right from the start, Joe was smitten. And so was Ginger.” Now, they’re together again. Rest in power, lovebirds.By JILL COLVIN and STEPHEN GROVES WASHINGTON (AP) — After several weeks working mostly behind closed doors, Vice President-elect JD Vance returned to Capitol Hill this week in a new, more visible role: Helping Donald Trump try to get his most contentious Cabinet picks to confirmation in the Senate, where Vance has served for the last two years. Vance arrived at the Capitol on Wednesday with former Rep. Matt Gaetz and spent the morning sitting in on meetings between Trump’s choice for attorney general and key Republicans, including members of the Senate Judiciary Committee. The effort was for naught: Gaetz announced a day later that he was withdrawing his name amid scrutiny over sex trafficking allegations and the reality that he was unlikely to be confirmed. Thursday morning Vance was back, this time accompanying Pete Hegseth, the “Fox & Friends Weekend” host whom Trump has tapped to be the next secretary of defense. Hegseth also has faced allegations of sexual assault that he denies. Vance is expected to accompany other nominees for meetings in coming weeks as he tries to leverage the two years he has spent in the Senate to help push through Trump’s picks. Vice President-elect JD Vance, still a Republican senator from Ohio, walks from a private meeting with President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee to be attorney general, former Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., at the Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite) President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee to be attorney general, former Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., center, and Vice President-elect JD Vance, left, walk out of a meeting with Republican Senate Judiciary Committee members, at the Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024. (AP Photo/Ben Curtis) FILE – Sen. JD Vance, R-Ohio, departs the chamber at the Capitol in Washington, March 15, 2023. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite, File) FILE – Sen. JD Vance, R-Ohio, center speaks during a Senate Banking Committee hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, March 7, 2023. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik, File) FILE – Sen. JD Vance, R-Ohio, right, speaks with Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, before testifying at a hearing, March 9, 2023, in Washington. (AP Photo/Kevin Wolf, File) FILE – Sen. JD Vance, R-Ohio, arrives for a classified briefing on China, at the Capitol in Washington, Feb. 15, 2023. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite, File) FILE – Sen. JD Vance, R-Ohio, arrives for a vote on Capitol Hill, Sept. 12, 2023 in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein, File) FILE – Sen. JD Vance R-Ohio speaks during a news conference on Capitol Hill in Washington, Feb. 6, 2024. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana, File) Vice President-elect JD Vance, still a Republican senator from Ohio, walks from a private meeting with President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee to be attorney general, former Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., at the Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite) The role of introducing nominees around Capitol Hill is an unusual one for a vice president-elect. Usually the job goes to a former senator who has close relationships on the Hill, or a more junior aide. But this time the role fits Vance, said Marc Short, who served as Trump’s first director of legislative affairs as well as chief of staff to Trump’s first vice president, Mike Pence, who spent more than a decade in Congress and led the former president’s transition ahead of his first term. ”JD probably has a lot of current allies in the Senate and so it makes sense to have him utilized in that capacity,” Short said. Unlike the first Trump transition, which played out before cameras at Trump Tower in New York and at the president-elect’s golf club in Bedminster, New Jersey, this one has largely happened behind closed doors in Palm Beach, Florida. There, a small group of officials and aides meet daily at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort to run through possible contenders and interview job candidates. The group includes Elon Musk, the billionaire who has spent so much time at the club that Trump has joked he can’t get rid of him. Vance has been a constant presence, even as he’s kept a lower profile. The Ohio senator has spent much of the last two weeks in Palm Beach, according to people familiar with his plans, playing an active role in the transition, on which he serves as honorary chair. Vance has been staying at a cottage on the property of the gilded club, where rooms are adorned with cherubs, oriental rugs and intricate golden inlays. It’s a world away from the famously hardscrabble upbringing that Vance documented in the memoir that made him famous, “Hillbilly Elegy.” His young children have also joined him at Mar-a-Lago, at times. Vance was photographed in shorts and a polo shirt playing with his kids on the seawall of the property with a large palm frond, a U.S. Secret Service robotic security dog in the distance. On the rare days when he is not in Palm Beach, Vance has been joining the sessions remotely via Zoom. Though he has taken a break from TV interviews after months of constant appearances, Vance has been active in the meetings, which began immediately after the election and include interviews and as well as presentations on candidates’ pluses and minuses. Among those interviewed: Contenders to replace FBI Director Christopher Wray , as Vance wrote in a since-deleted social media post. Defending himself from criticism that he’d missed a Senate vote in which one of President Joe Biden’s judicial nominees was confirmed, Vance wrote that he was meeting at the time “with President Trump to interview multiple positions for our government, including for FBI Director.” “I tend to think it’s more important to get an FBI director who will dismantle the deep state than it is for Republicans to lose a vote 49-46 rather than 49-45,” Vance added on X. “But that’s just me.” While Vance did not come in to the transition with a list of people he wanted to see in specific roles, he and his friend, Trump’s eldest son, Donald Trump Jr., who is also a member of the transition team, were eager to see former Democratic Rep. Tulsi Gabbard and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. find roles in the administration. Trump ended up selecting Gabbard as the next director of national intelligence , a powerful position that sits atop the nation’s spy agencies and acts as the president’s top intelligence adviser. And he chose Kennedy to lead the Department of Health and Human Services , a massive agency that oversees everything from drug and food safety to Medicare and Medicaid. Vance was also a big booster of Tom Homan, the former acting director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, who will serve as Trump’s “border czar.” In another sign of Vance’s influence, James Braid, a top aide to the senator, is expected to serve as Trump’s legislative affairs director. Allies say it’s too early to discuss what portfolio Vance might take on in the White House. While he gravitates to issues like trade, immigration and tech policy, Vance sees his role as doing whatever Trump needs. Vance was spotted days after the election giving his son’s Boy Scout troop a tour of the Capitol and was there the day of leadership elections. He returned in earnest this week, first with Gaetz — arguably Trump’s most divisive pick — and then Hegseth, who has was been accused of sexually assaulting a woman in 2017, according to an investigative report made public this week. Hegseth told police at the time that the encounter had been consensual and denied any wrongdoing. Vance hosted Hegseth in his Senate office as GOP senators, including those who sit on the Senate Armed Services Committee, filtered in to meet with the nominee for defense secretary. While a president’s nominees usually visit individual senators’ offices, meeting them on their own turf, the freshman senator — who is accompanied everywhere by a large Secret Service detail that makes moving around more unwieldy — instead brought Gaetz to a room in the Capitol on Wednesday and Hegseth to his office on Thursday. Senators came to them. Vance made it to votes Wednesday and Thursday, but missed others on Thursday afternoon. Vance is expected to continue to leverage his relationships in the Senate after Trump takes office. But many Republicans there have longer relationships with Trump himself. Sen. Kevin Cramer, a North Dakota Republican, said that Trump was often the first person to call him back when he was trying to reach high-level White House officials during Trump’s first term. “He has the most active Rolodex of just about anybody I’ve ever known,” Cramer said, adding that Vance would make a good addition. “They’ll divide names up by who has the most persuasion here,” Cramer said, but added, “Whoever his liaison is will not work as hard at it as he will.” Cramer was complimentary of the Ohio senator, saying he was “pleasant” and ” interesting” to be around. ′′He doesn’t have the long relationships,” he said. “But we all like people that have done what we’ve done. I mean, that’s sort of a natural kinship, just probably not as personally tied.” Under the Constitution, Vance will also have a role presiding over the Senate and breaking tie votes. But he’s not likely to be needed for that as often as was Kamala Harris, who broke a record number of ties for Democrats as vice president, since Republicans will have a bigger cushion in the chamber next year. Colvin reported from New York. Associated Press writer Mary Clare Jalonick contributed to this report.
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Fortnite Ballistic, a 5v5 first-person tactical shooter mode, is set to launch in early access on December 11. Epic Games is bringing first-person gaming experience to Fortnite. The mode features teams of attackers and defenders clashing in intense, strategy-focused matches, which will test skills and coordination. The early access version of Ballistic will debut with a single map, Skyline 10, and a limited number of weapons and items. Each match will last seven rounds, in which the attacker's goal is to plant a Rift Point device, while defenders will try to prevent it. Path of Exile 2 Early Access Available Today on PS5; Check Price and Other Details. Ballistic hits Early Access December 11 Round by Round. Tactical FPS. 5v5. Get a whole new perspective and get all the details on Ballistic, here: https://t.co/ZiUJW8l1wW pic.twitter.com/VAt5KD2xz1 — Fortnite (@FortniteGame) December 7, 2024 (SocialLY brings you all the latest breaking news, viral trends and information from social media world, including Twitter, Instagram and Youtube. The above post is embeded directly from the user's social media account and LatestLY Staff may not have modified or edited the content body. The views and facts appearing in the social media post do not reflect the opinions of LatestLY, also LatestLY does not assume any responsibility or liability for the same.)
Banks scores 21, UNC Asheville beats Western Carolina 78-61Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Jedward have warmed hearts as they opened up about spending the festive season with showbiz pal Gemma Collins , after revealing a poignant family situation. Chatting to The Mirror at Tulleys Christmas Light Festival just last Friday, John and Edward Grimes shared how they find comfort in their friendship with Gemma during a time when most of their relatives are no longer here . The twins said: "Christmas is really sad, this year we're going to be spending it with Gemma because most of our family have sadly passed. Gemma's a real one, you know, having someone like Gemma in our lives has definitely been hugely uplifting. We spent Christmas with Gemma last year." They noted the absence of their grandparents makes the holiday season bittersweet, reflecting on the nostalgia of past Christmases: "I feel like Christmas is sad because we don't have our grandparents but we have all our memories so at Christmas time, those feelings come rushing in and you hold that during the holidays." Jedward also spoke candidly about the struggle they face during what should be a cheerful time, touching on their personal losses: "It's very hard. I feel like as much as people think we bring the energy, we do find ourselves in low moments." Their mum sadly died in 2019 . They elaborated on the emptiness felt during the festivities, saying: "It's a hard time, our mum's not around, our granny and grandad and people that meant a lot to us aren't around, so that alone hits you hard during the holidays when everyone is complaining about their family members or whoever, at least they have them around", reports the Mirror . Jedward are getting into the festive spirit with their BFF Gemma, sharing how they plan to spend Christmas together and offering tips on tackling the winter blues. The dynamic duo advised fans, "You've got to keep living until the sunlight gets back." Their holiday season will be full of joy and companionship, as they revealed, "We're going to be spending it with Gemma, she's already invited us. She got us Christmas decorations for our tree. During the festive season, she'll literally be staying at ours. She got us customised stockings. It's really sweet, it's nice that Gemma's able to rise to the occasion and be such a great friend." Holiday cheer is in the air with Jedward's new Christmas anthem, LOVEmas, which they'd happily perform at any festive wedding or engagement—throwing in Kerry Katona's name as a potential wedding to serenade. Gemma and Jedward are practically family, enjoying their past Christmases together, including a memorable one where Gemma showcased the twins crooning 'Feliz Navidad' on Instagram and expressed her affection for them: "It's OFFICIALLY CHRISTMAS when @jepicpics (the twins' Instagram page) come to stay for the whole time. The kindest people to me and real friends."
Pep Guardiola claims three-quarters of the Premier League want to see Manchester City relegated over financial irregularities. But the City boss has vowed to stay on and lift the club back to the top even if they are sent all the way down to the National League. Guardiola ended speculation over his immediate future this week by extending his contract, which had been due to expire at the end of the season, through to the summer of 2027. That has given the club some stability at a time of great uncertainty as they fight 115 charges related to alleged breaches of the Premier League’s financial regulations. City have denied all wrongdoing but their punishment if found guilty could be severe, with demotion even a possibility. Guardiola has strongly defended the club in the past and is happy to continue doing so. The Spaniard said: “I don’t enjoy it, I prefer not to be in that position, but once it’s there I love it because, when you believe in your club, and the people there – I believe what they say to me and the reasons why. “I cannot say yet because we’re awaiting the sentence in February or March – I don’t know when – but at the same time, I like it. “I read something about the situation and how you need to be relegated immediately. Seventy-five per cent of the clubs want it, because I know what they do behind the scenes and this sort of stuff. “I said when all the clubs accused us of doing something wrong, (and people asked) what happens if we are relegated, (I said) I will be here. “Next year, I don’t know the position of the Conference they are going to (put) us, (but) we are going to come up and come up and come back to the Premier League. I knew it then and I feel it now.” The immediate priority for Guardiola, who said his contract negotiations were completed in “just two hours”, is to arrest a run of four successive defeats in all competitions. Yet, ahead of their return to action against Tottenham at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday, the champions continue to grapple with a lengthy injury list. Mateo Kovacic is their latest casualty after sustaining a knock on international duty that could keep him out for up to a month. On the positive side, defenders Nathan Ake, John Stones and Manuel Akanji could feature and Jack Grealish is also closing in on a return after a month out. Much to Guardiola’s frustration, Grealish was called up by England for their recent Nations League games, although he later withdrew. Guardiola said: “I want the best for Jack and I want the best for Jack with the national team but the doctor said to me that he was not ready to play. “I know (England) want him but they have 200 players to select from and Jack was not fit. He had to recover from many things.” Kyle Walker played for England against both Greece and the Republic of Ireland despite limited game time since suffering injury in the October international break. Guardiola said: “If he is fit I like him to play in the national team. It is not a problem, don’t misunderstand me. “Kyle has a dream to make 100 caps for the national team. Do I want to cancel this dream? Absolutely not. “But if you are not fit, if you cannot play here, you cannot play for the national team. It is quite obvious.”Three Broncos players were fined for their actions in the Dec. 19 game at the Los Angeles Chargers, the NFL announced Saturday. Outside linebacker Jonathon Cooper was fined $12,668 for a horse-collar tackle on Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert in the fourth quarter of Denver's 34-27 loss. Defensive tackle Malcolm Roach was fined $11,2255 for taunting in the second quarter. And rookie running back Blake Watson was fined $4,463 for unnecessary roughness in the first quarter. Watson, playing in just his second game of the season, was fined for inappropriate use of his helmet.
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ATLANTA (AP) — Robert Braswell's 19 points helped Charlotte defeat Georgia State 77-63 on Saturday. Braswell also contributed three steals for the 49ers (5-4). Nik Graves scored 15 points while shooting 5 of 7 from the field and 5 for 9 from the line. Jaehshon Thomas totaled 13 points and seven rebounds. Zarigue Nutter led the Panthers (4-6) with 19 points. Nicholas McMullen and Toneari Lane both finished with 13 points and six rebounds. Charlotte took the lead with 8:06 remaining in the first half and never looked back. The score was 32-25 at halftime, with Braswell racking up seven points. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .Geode Capital Management LLC increased its position in shares of Thermon Group Holdings, Inc. ( NYSE:THR – Free Report ) by 1.2% during the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 772,597 shares of the technology company’s stock after buying an additional 8,910 shares during the quarter. Geode Capital Management LLC owned 2.29% of Thermon Group worth $23,059,000 at the end of the most recent quarter. A number of other institutional investors have also added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Quest Partners LLC boosted its holdings in Thermon Group by 2,375.0% during the second quarter. Quest Partners LLC now owns 1,089 shares of the technology company’s stock valued at $33,000 after purchasing an additional 1,045 shares in the last quarter. Canada Pension Plan Investment Board acquired a new stake in Thermon Group during the second quarter valued at approximately $40,000. Meeder Asset Management Inc. acquired a new stake in Thermon Group during the second quarter valued at approximately $60,000. Mercer Global Advisors Inc. ADV boosted its holdings in Thermon Group by 9.6% during the second quarter. Mercer Global Advisors Inc. ADV now owns 7,017 shares of the technology company’s stock valued at $216,000 after purchasing an additional 613 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Zurcher Kantonalbank Zurich Cantonalbank boosted its holdings in Thermon Group by 9.3% during the second quarter. Zurcher Kantonalbank Zurich Cantonalbank now owns 9,403 shares of the technology company’s stock valued at $289,000 after purchasing an additional 804 shares in the last quarter. 99.76% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds. Thermon Group Price Performance Shares of THR stock opened at $28.62 on Friday. Thermon Group Holdings, Inc. has a 12-month low of $23.76 and a 12-month high of $35.93. The firm has a market capitalization of $964.06 million, a price-to-earnings ratio of 22.36 and a beta of 1.10. The company has a quick ratio of 1.85, a current ratio of 2.80 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.29. The firm has a fifty day moving average of $29.74 and a 200-day moving average of $29.85. Wall Street Analyst Weigh In Separately, StockNews.com upgraded shares of Thermon Group from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating in a research note on Saturday, September 14th. Check Out Our Latest Report on THR Insider Buying and Selling In other Thermon Group news, SVP David Buntin sold 28,137 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction dated Thursday, December 12th. The shares were sold at an average price of $32.15, for a total transaction of $904,604.55. Following the sale, the senior vice president now directly owns 57,773 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $1,857,401.95. The trade was a 32.75 % decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which is available through this link . Company insiders own 2.40% of the company’s stock. Thermon Group Profile ( Free Report ) Thermon Group Holdings, Inc provides engineered industrial process heating solutions for process industries in the United States and Latin America, Canada, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific. It offers heat tracing products, such as electric heat tracing cables, steam heating solutions, controls, monitoring and software, instrumentation, project services, industrial heating and filtration solutions, temporary electrical power distribution and lighting, and other products and services. Featured Articles Five stocks we like better than Thermon Group The Most Important Warren Buffett Stock for Investors: His Own S&P 500 ETFs: Expense Ratios That Can Boost Your Long-Term Gains With Risk Tolerance, One Size Does Not Fit All How AI Implementation Could Help MongoDB Roar Back in 2025 The Role Economic Reports Play in a Successful Investment Strategy Hedge Funds Boost Oil Positions: Is a Major Rally on the Horizon? 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