spin.ph gilas
After his team's 102-89 home win on Wednesday night over Purdue Fort Wayne, Penn State coach Mike Rhoades challenged his team's fan base to show up and make more noise. "Sweat with us," he said at one point. At 5-0, the Nittany Lions haven't had to sweat much to get off to a fast start. They might not have to expend much perspiration to make it 6-0 on Monday when they meet Fordham in a semifinal matchup at the Sunshine Slam tournament in Daytona Beach, Fla. Penn State hasn't played a strong schedule so far, but the team has been impressive. 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
Pathstone Holdings LLC Increases Holdings in Palantir Technologies Inc. (NYSE:PLTR)It won’t be impossible to buy a house in 2025 — just be prepared to play on hard mode. According to a November 2024 report from ICE Mortgage Technology, the monthly principal and interest payment on an average-priced home is $2,385. While that’s not the highest it’s ever been, it’s still a sharp increase — nearly 80% — from just three years ago. In November 2021, when mortgage rates averaged 3%, the monthly principal and interest on an average-priced home was $1,327 per month. So here’s the key to buying in 2025: Look ahead, not back. Regret won’t help you budget for today’s new normal. And with this year’s election also in the rearview mirror, so is some uncertainty among buyers and sellers that historically slows the market during every presidential election cycle. “People have just been kind of sitting, waiting to see what’s going to happen,” says Courtney Johnson Rose, president of the National Association of Real Estate Brokers, an industry group for Black real estate agents. “I’m hopeful that the new year will bring more attention to real estate, more excitement to real estate, and more opportunities for first-time home owners to get in the game.” Check the forecast Preparing to buy a house is a lot like dressing for the weather. It’s easier when the outlook is sunny — but with some planning, you can gear up to face any condition. Here’s what housing market experts are forecasting for the upcoming year. First, home prices: We’ll likely see more modest growth in 2025, a change from skyrocketing prices in recent years. After 16 consecutive months of year-over-year price increases, the median existing-home sales price hit $407,200 in October, according to the National Association of Realtors. In 2025, with more supply trickling in to temper price increases, NAR chief economist Lawrence Yun forecasts a median existing-home sales price of $410,700, up just 2% over this year. Next, housing inventory: Demand still outpaces supply. While we don’t expect a return to a buyer’s market, competition should be less cutthroat. Realtor.com forecasts a balanced market in 2025 with an average 4.1-month supply of homes for sale, up from an average 3.7-month supply so far in 2024. That would make 2025 the friendliest market for buyers since 2016, which had an average 4.4-month supply. Finally, mortgage rates: After topping 8% in October 2023, the 30-year mortgage rate has slowly eased into the 6.5%-7% range this year. Rate cuts from the Federal Reserve have helped nudge that downward. Despite earlier optimism, forecasters’ latest consensus is for rates to effectively plateau above 6% throughout 2025. That said, every year has its wild cards. In 2025, it’s still uncertain how President-elect Donald Trump and a Republican-led Congress might shake up regulations and tax policies that affect the U.S. housing market. Set a budget National forecasts don’t analyze what matters most: Your personal cash flow. To get ready to buy, first meet with a financial advisor or use an online calculator to determine how much house you can afford . You can also get free or low-cost advice from a housing counselor sponsored by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Next, look into down payment and closing cost assistance from state housing finance agencies, local governments, nonprofits and mortgage lenders. Your employer or labor union might offer assistance, too. First-time buyers with income below their area median have the most options, but repeat or higher-income borrowers can qualify for some programs as well. “I think that there’s a lot of free money being left out there,” Rose says. Find a buyer’s agent Your not-so-secret weapon for buying in 2025 just might be an experienced buyer’s agent. “Anybody can write a contract,” says Sharon Parker, associate broker with Tate & Foss Sotheby’s International Realty in Rye, New Hampshire. “But you need somebody who’s seen the market, the ups and downs, who knows how to get creative because every transaction is different.” Following a settlement with the NAR , buyers can now negotiate their agent’s compensation up front. (Previously, home sellers took on that task.) While new norms are still shaking out, Rose says she hasn’t seen too much drama since the change took effect in August. “So as long as buyers remember that we have to talk about this in the beginning of our relationship, everything typically works out fine,” she says. Shop and negotiate Finally, it’s time to shop for a mortgage. To get the best interest rate, get a quote with at least three different lenders. You could also delegate the shopping to a mortgage broker, who can compare quotes and even negotiate a lower rate on your behalf. Though brokers charge a fee, their access to more mortgage options and lower rates can often mean net savings overall. With a mortgage preapproval in hand, it’s go time. And you don’t have to wait until spring: If you’re ready to buy now, buyers have less competition and more negotiating power from December through February, so you could snag a deal. “The people who are selling and the people who are buying in the off season are very serious,” Parker says. “They’re not just lookie-loos.” However, lower inventory means fewer choices for buyers. So start your search prepared to compromise — a “good enough” house will still help you build equity. Should you buy a house in 2025? If a down payment or monthly mortgage payment is financially out of reach, there’s no shame in postponing your search to pad your savings. And owning a home isn’t the right lifestyle choice for everyone, with the ongoing commitment of money and time. But once you’re ready to buy — whether for the first time, or to upgrade or downsize — avoid the trap of waiting for a dip in mortgage rates. “Nobody can predict what the market, or the world, is going to do,” Parker says. “There is no better time than right now.” Mortgage rates will always fluctuate, and if they drop significantly, you can refinance. For first-time buyers, homeownership is a major financial glow-up — and the sooner you jump in, the longer you’ll have to build home equity. “Time value of money is really, really critical when it comes to real estate,” Rose says. “So I would always encourage somebody to buy as soon as you can and get the clock ticking.”Tata Motors to invest ₹914 crore in new TN plant
EDMONTON - Alberta’s Technology Minister Nate Glubish says he’s hoping to see $100 billion worth of artificial intelligence data centres under construction within the next five years. Such centres are filled with computer servers used by companies like Meta to develop and train large-scale artificial intelligence models. Glubish says Meta, as well as other major companies including Google and Amazon, are on the hunt for space to build more facilities, and he wants Alberta to be an option. He says landing some data centres would create jobs and bring in much needed new tax revenue for the province. Glubish also says that since Alberta’s electricity grid regulations allows for off-grid power generation, he thinks the province is an ideal location. He says allowing for off-grid power connections where power generators supply data centres directly also means there’s less risk for Albertans, as there wouldn’t be major drains on the electrical grid. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 4, 2024.
‘I Intent To Personally Support Dogecoin’: Elon Musk Says Tesla and SpaceX Accept Dogecoin for Merchandise (Watch Video)
RIYADH: President Emmanuel Macron and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman signed a strategic partnership on Monday aimed at deepening bilateral ties and de-escalating conflict in the Middle East, including Lebanon, where the two leaders called for presidential elections. The French leader arrived in Saudi Arabia on Monday for a three-day state visit just as a political crisis threatens to topple the French government. After a meeting with Prince Mohammed, the de facto ruler of the oil-rich Gulf kingdom, Macron’s office announced the signing of a new partnership aimed at improving cooperation in “defence, energy transition, culture, mobility between the two countries”. The two leaders also “agreed to make every effort to contribute to de-escalation in the region”, including helping to consolidate the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. MBS heads to France, Macron seeks shift on Ukraine “Together, they called for the holding of presidential elections in Lebanon with the aim of bringing the Lebanese people together and carrying out the reforms necessary for the stability and security of the country,” the statement from Macron’s office said. Macron touched down in the Saudi capital Riyadh in the afternoon, where he was greeted by an honour guard of sword-holding servicemen and celebratory cannon fire as he disembarked from his plane. He did not comment on the political situation in France as he arrived. Macron’s visit began as France’s less than three-month-old minority government faced the prospect of being forced out by a vote of no confidence in the coming days. The far-right National Rally party said it would vote to oust Michel Barnier’s government after the prime minister used an executive tool to push through a social security budget bill without parliamentary approval. The left wing is also expected to back the motion, which could be held as early as Wednesday. If successful, it would oust the government that was appointed in September after snap polls. Macron’s three-day stay also coincides with a flare-up of violence in Syria, where anti-government rebels have seized Aleppo, the country’s second-largest city. The fighting in Syria follows France’s brokering of a ceasefire in neighbouring Lebanon, where Israel has been fighting Iran proxy Hezbollah. Macron’s state visit is the first by a French president to Saudi Arabia since Jacques Chirac in 2006, cementing what the presidency calls a “very close relationship”. In 2021, Macron became one of the first Western leaders to meet Prince Mohammed in Saudi Arabia after the 2018 murder of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi at Riyadh’s consulate in Istanbul. The French president and Prince Mohammed will see how they “work together” on the conflicts shaking the region, with Lebanon at the “heart of the discussions”, the French presidency said in an earlier statement. Macron is hoping for Saudi support for the Lebanese army, which is being deployed towards the border with Israel under the ceasefire but is poorly armed and trained. He will also try to win Saudi help to reverse the political disintegration that has plunged Lebanon’s government and economy into catastrophe. Paris and Riyadh are also calling for a ceasefire in the Gaza war and a “political outcome” based on the two-state solution of separate Israeli and Palestinian states. Saudi Arabia, home to the holiest sites in Islam, has paused discussions with Washington on potentially recognising Israel in return for deeper security and bilateral ties with the United States. In September, the crown prince hardened his position, insisting that Saudi Arabia would not establish ties with Israel before the creation of a Palestinian state. Macron is accompanied by about 50 senior officials from major French companies including TotalEnergies, EDF and Veolia, as well as start-ups in artificial intelligence and quantum physics. France and Saudi Arabia aim to “significantly strengthen” their economic ties to “the height of our shared ambition”, the presidency said. Discussions are also under way for Saudi Arabia to acquire French-made Rafale fighter jets, although no announcement is expected during the visit, according to a source close to the matter.3 Bold Stock Market Predictions for 2025Cerity Partners LLC Increases Stake in AXIS Capital Holdings Limited (NYSE:AXS)
The step lets Trump transition aides and future administration staffers obtain security clearances before Inauguration Day to access classified information about ongoing government programs, an essential step for a smooth transition of power. It also allows those nominees who are up for Senate confirmation to face the background checks lawmakers want before voting on them. Teams of investigators have been standing by to process clearances for Trump aides and advisers. "This agreement with the Department of Justice will ensure President Trump and his team are ready on Day 1 to begin enacting the America First Agenda that an overwhelming majority of our nation supported on Election Day," said Susie Wiles, Trump's designate to be White House chief of staff. The announcement came a week after the Trump transition team signed an agreement with the Biden White House to allow transition staff to coordinate with the existing federal workforce before taking office Jan. 20. The White House agreement was supposed to have been signed by Oct. 1, according to the Presidential Transition Act, and the Biden White House issued both public and private appeals for Trump's team to sign on. Listen now and subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | RSS Feed | SoundStack | All Of Our Podcasts Security clearances are required to access classified information, including on ongoing operations and threats to the nation, and the Biden White House and outside experts emphasized to Trump's team the importance of having cleared personnel before Inauguration Day so they could be fully briefed and ready to run the government. Republican Senators also insisted on FBI background checks for Trump's nominees before they face confirmation votes, as has been standard practice for decades. Lawmakers were particularly interested in seeing the findings of reviews into Trump's designated nominee for defense secretary, former Fox News host Pete Hegseth, and for Rep. Tulsi Gabbard to be director of national intelligence. "That's why it's so important that we have an FBI background check, a committee review of extensive questions and questionnaires, and a public hearing," Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, said Monday. John Thune, incoming Senate Republican leader, said the Trump team "understands there's going to have to be a thorough vetting of all these nominees."How Alpine is helping Loeb's bid for Dakar history with an unlikely challenger
Quest Partners LLC increased its holdings in QuickLogic Co. ( NASDAQ:QUIK – Free Report ) by 5,067.5% in the 3rd quarter, Holdings Channel reports. The institutional investor owned 10,955 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock after purchasing an additional 10,743 shares during the period. Quest Partners LLC’s holdings in QuickLogic were worth $84,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Several other institutional investors and hedge funds also recently bought and sold shares of the business. Cutter & CO Brokerage Inc. bought a new position in QuickLogic in the 3rd quarter worth approximately $106,000. Squarepoint Ops LLC boosted its holdings in QuickLogic by 194.3% in the 2nd quarter. Squarepoint Ops LLC now owns 55,152 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock worth $573,000 after buying an additional 36,409 shares during the period. Marshall Wace LLP boosted its holdings in QuickLogic by 118.4% in the 2nd quarter. Marshall Wace LLP now owns 73,549 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock worth $764,000 after buying an additional 39,878 shares during the period. XTX Topco Ltd bought a new position in QuickLogic in the 2nd quarter worth approximately $127,000. Finally, American Century Companies Inc. boosted its holdings in QuickLogic by 24.8% in the 2nd quarter. American Century Companies Inc. now owns 18,841 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock worth $196,000 after buying an additional 3,750 shares during the period. 31.54% of the stock is owned by institutional investors. QuickLogic Stock Down 1.4 % Shares of NASDAQ:QUIK opened at $7.63 on Friday. The firm has a fifty day moving average price of $7.87 and a two-hundred day moving average price of $9.40. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.06, a current ratio of 1.12 and a quick ratio of 1.05. QuickLogic Co. has a one year low of $6.75 and a one year high of $20.75. The company has a market cap of $112.21 million, a price-to-earnings ratio of -76.30 and a beta of 1.56. Insider Buying and Selling In other news, CFO Elias Nader sold 4,458 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Thursday, September 5th. The shares were sold at an average price of $7.42, for a total value of $33,078.36. Following the completion of the sale, the chief financial officer now directly owns 52,740 shares in the company, valued at approximately $391,330.80. The trade was a 7.79 % decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which can be accessed through this hyperlink . Also, VP Timothy Saxe sold 10,000 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction on Monday, November 18th. The shares were sold at an average price of $6.95, for a total transaction of $69,500.00. Following the completion of the sale, the vice president now directly owns 108,004 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $750,627.80. This trade represents a 8.47 % decrease in their position. The disclosure for this sale can be found here . 2.49% of the stock is owned by company insiders. Wall Street Analyst Weigh In Several research analysts recently commented on the stock. StockNews.com raised shares of QuickLogic to a “sell” rating in a report on Wednesday, November 20th. Oppenheimer cut their price target on shares of QuickLogic from $16.00 to $13.00 and set an “outperform” rating for the company in a report on Wednesday, August 14th. Finally, Craig Hallum cut their price target on shares of QuickLogic from $12.00 to $10.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a report on Tuesday, November 12th. Get Our Latest Analysis on QuickLogic About QuickLogic ( Free Report ) QuickLogic Corporation operates as a fabless semiconductor company in the United States. The company offers embedded FPGA intellectual property, low power, multicore semiconductor system-on-chips, discrete FPGAs, and AI software; and end-to-end artificial intelligence/machine learning solution with accurate sensor algorithms using AI technology. Read More Want to see what other hedge funds are holding QUIK? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for QuickLogic Co. ( NASDAQ:QUIK – Free Report ). Receive News & Ratings for QuickLogic Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for QuickLogic and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .It’s a pleasure to be able to get a snack and a hot coffee at Erik Nielsen International Airport again, thanks to Air North’s Black Wolf Bistro. They even have an airside vending machine called “The Cache,” which provides travellers waiting to board a chance to grab something for the plane. This is a nice service for Air North to offer to the passengers of stingier national airlines who don’t give you snacks and cookies on board. The Cache offers Red Bull Peach Edition energy drinks, Fruit Compote Chia Puddings and Turkey Combo Deli Sandwiches. In the old days, this kind of service would have involved a coffee cart with an actual human pushing it around and taking cash. The Cache, of course, is fully automated and takes credit cards. Paying humans to push carts around airports is not economically attractive these days. There is a labour shortage in the Yukon, and one that will get worse as our population keeps aging. We are shifting our thinking from how to create jobs for unemployed humans to how to eliminate jobs so the scarce human workers can work on the most important things. And, in the grand spectrum of jobs, getting up at 4 a.m. to serve me a coffee in the Air North waiting room will not be high on the list. I was recently in Japan where you get a hint of what an older society looks like. There are 55.4 Japanese over 65 years of age for every 100 Japanese of traditional working age (20-64 years). In Canada, the equivalent is 31.7 but rising. In Tokyo’s equivalent of YXY, the airport lounges have robots to collect the used plates and cups. They are about four feet tall and wander the lounge like the robotic Roomba vacuum cleaner you may have. They emit soft classical music and have slowly pulsing coloured lights in muted colours, perhaps so as not to scare the humans too much. After failing to understand Tokyo’s address system, we accidentally found ourselves in a noodle bar for busy workers. It was tucked away on a side alley and full of delivery workers grabbing a quick and cheap lunch. At the door, there was a ticket machine. First, you selected salt ramen noodles or the white-soy sauce or salt-dipping versions. Then you added options, such as a boiled egg, roasted pork, fish ball, seaweed or seasoned bamboo shoots. Next was your choice of beer, whisky and soda, or soft drink. Then you paid and received your ticket. The humans in the kitchen quickly produced our lunch and, when we were done, we just left. No wasting a precious human’s time with paying the bill. Nor were we able to waste a human server’s time asking how salty the broth was, whether the noodles were produced on a sustainable wheat farm, or if the pork was Canadian or Japanese. (Of course, we couldn’t have done that anyway given my inability to do anything more than answer the telephone in Japanese – “moshi moshi!”). Tokyo is also famous for its conveyor belt sushi restaurants, where a continuous stream of sushi options roll by your table. You just grab them and pay by the plate later. Some Yukon friends who visited Japan a few months ago were startled to find that their table even had drink dispensers, and were even more startled to discover after a couple glasses of lemon soda that it contained Japanese vodka. Japanese vending machine technology is also a national phenomenon. In fact, although The Cache is an innovation by Yukon standards, visiting Japanese Northern Lights tourists undoubtedly find it primitive. In Japan, there are drink vending machines everywhere. You can get a range of cold drinks, from Pocari Sweat (Japan’s answer to Gatorade) to a variety of cold coffee and Asian tea energy drinks. I was surprised to discover they also have hot selections which change seasonally. From our AirBnB, there was no need to walk to a distant human-staffed café. We could just get a can of hot coffee across the street. There was a dizzying selection of teas, black coffees, milky and latte products, and sweetened options. A baffling array of vending machines also sell sushi, sandwiches and other foods such as triangular rice balls filled with seasoned pork or pickled plum. The machines are refreshed regularly. I felt more comfortable eating at a Japanese vending machine than at certain unnamed Alaska Highway lodges. If you visit the flagship store of Uniqlo in Tokyo’s central Ginza district, you’ll find lots of self checkouts. Somehow Uniqlo has managed to make it work. Unlike some Canadian chains, there was no struggling with barcodes, having the machine freeze until a non-existent human arrived to unlock it, or getting searched by a security guard just after having paid. That’s the service industry. But the Japanese government hopes to go even farther. They have been investing for years in research and development on robots to help older people. This includes lifting, managing stairs, getting things off high shelves as well as detecting falls and even helping with bathing and the toilet. With the rise of artificial intelligence and ChatGPT, researchers hope to develop companion robots. If Siri on your iPhone can tell you the Canucks scores, then why can’t a home robot talk to you about the weather? The hype about Japanese eldercare robots is currently outpacing the reality, according to James Wright, a researcher writing in MIT Technological Review. However, the next five years may see some breakthroughs. Of course, the Yukon is many years behind Japan in terms of aging. The Yukon government has been aggressively promoting the Temporary Foreign Worker program to bring in lower-skilled workers, usually young, to augment the Yukon labour force. But eventually, the Yukon may get a little Japanese. By the time it does, I hope the Japanese have put some research funding into robotic driveway shoveling robots.
The Institution of Surveyors, Engineers and Architects (PUJA) Brunei Engineering Division hosted a bowling tournament in Batu Satu where 40 bowlers from 10 teams participated, fostering camaraderie and healthy competition among engineering and allied professionals. The competition was fierce, with teams from PUJA (Brunei), Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) Brunei Darussalam Network, Philippine Society of Mechanical Engineers (PSME) Brunei Chapter and other organisations vying for the top spot. IET Brunei Network was the champion with PSME Brunei Chapter and PUJA Old Timers as first and second runners up. PUJA Student Chapter #1 was the best spirited team. Jevons Quiambao Penaflor received the highest game and best young engineer male bowler awards while Ir Haji Mohamad Zin bin Haji Salleh was the most energetic bowler. Siti Nur Aminah binti Haji Mohd Said was named the best young engineer female bowler. Muhd Dzul Jalal Wal Ikram was the best student chapter male bowler and Maisarah binti Borhan, the best student chapter female bowler. Joel Barcena Necesito was the best engineer male bowler and Nurul Amalina Ashikin binti Ali the best engineer female bowler while Dato Seri Paduka Ar Haji Marzuke bin Haji Mohsin was the senior category champion. Permanent Secretary (Infrastructure, Housing and Professional) at the Ministry of Development Ir Haji Amer Hishamuddin bin Pehin Orang Kaya Amar Pahlawan Dato Seri Setia Haji Zakaria was the first runner up. Chairman of the Engineers Division Ir Chin Lee Tuck attending the tournament, expressed gratitude to the division, council and organising team for making the event a reality. He emphasised the importance of such gatherings in strengthening the engineering community and fostering collaboration. Permanent Secretary (Infrastructure, Housing and Professional) at the Ministry of Development Ir Haji Amer Hishamuddin bin Pehin Orang Kaya Amar Pahlawan Dato Seri Setia Haji Zakaria in a group photo at the tournament. PHOTO: PUJA BRUNEI Tournament contestants at the bowling centre. PHOTO: PUJA BRUNEIReviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Whether they’re hung on fireplace mantles, stair banisters or at the foot of the bed, Christmas stockings are a beloved holiday tradition for many. While the origins are a bit murky (some credit the story of Saint Nicholas leaving behind gold in the drying stockings of a poor family as the source), stockings continue to be a fun way to gift small items like toys and sweets at Christmas. Technically, anything that fits inside a stocking could be considered a stocking stuffer. However, I always find practical yet inexpensive or edible gifts to be the best choice. With that in mind, here are 10 of our favourite under-$25 stocking stuffers to delight your friends and family this Christmas. Much like vinyl pressings in recent years, film photography is having a resurgence. The holidays are the ideal time to get started on capturing family memories, and this disposable Fujifilm camera is the perfect gift for anyone looking to dip their toes into the trend. Price: $24 Where to buy: Amazon With winter in full swing, you can never have too many accessories on hand to beat the chill. This unisex headband is reversible for two looks in one, plus it comes in three colours: red, purple and black. Price: $18 Where to buy: Roots What’s better than finding sweets inside your Christmas stocking? Finding a whole variety of them. This tasting pack of Tony’s Chocolonely chocolate contains a mix of six flavours: milk chocolate, milk chocolate caramel sea salt, dark milk chocolate pretzel toffee, dark chocolate almond sea salt, milk chocolate honey almond nougat and dark chocolate. Price: $10 Where to buy: Natura Market We could all use a little extra pampering throughout the busy holiday season. These Sephora sheet masks are an affordable luxury that help to refresh and restore tired skin. They hydrate, boost radiance, mattify and soothe skin with hyaluronic acid and plant-powered ingredients like coconut, lychee and watermelon. Price: $8 Where to buy: Sephora Eatable is a Canadian company that makes artisan small-batch popcorn in a range of flavours that make the season merry and bright. This flavour contains Belgian white chocolate-covered kettle corn sprinkled with candy cane and popping peppermint-infused sugar crystals – perfect for snacking. Price: $10 Where to buy: Eatable For the ultimate astrology fan in your life, this pair of zodiac socks is a winning gift idea. They are made from an eco-friendly fabric blend (54 per cent viscose from bamboo, 22 per cent recycled polyester, 22 per cent cotton, 2 per cent elastane) that’s naturally antibacterial and antifungal due to the bamboo. Price: $18 Where to buy: Uncommon Goods By now, most of us already have one of lululemon’s Everywhere Belt Bags (or a similar version from another brand). This tiny bag charm version is a fun alternative to hold small essentials like change, headphones or lip balm. Pro tip: reviewers say it’s just the right size to attach to a water bottle like the viral Stanley Quencher. Price: $24 Where to buy: lululemon A sweet and indulgent black tea that’s perfect for the holiday season. This tea blend is made with a combination of Chinese black tea, peppermint leaves and spices – plus adorable candy cane sprinkles for an extra festive touch. Each serving is pre-portioned into 15 sachets to steep on the go. Price: $12 Where to buy: David’s Tea A reusable bag might not seem like an exciting gift, but Baggu’s huge selection of colourful prints might just convert any doubters. From kitschy pet prints to graphic illustrations and bold checkers, there’s a Baggu bag for every personality. Each bag holds up to 50lbs and folds up into its own flat 5′′ × 5′′ pouch for easy storage. Price: $20 ($14 USD) Where to buy: Baggu | Urban Outfitters Handcrafted in small batches in Thunder Bay Ont., Heartbeat Hot Sauce adds a dose of spice to any dish. The Pineapple Habanero flavour is a favourite in my household due to its bright and tangy mix of sweet heat. Add it to pizza, wings, noodles and more. Price: $12 Where to buy: Heartbeat Hot Sauce | Amazon Shopping Essentials is a category written by research-obsessed shopping experts. Explore product reviews, recommendations and launches — plus behind-the-scenes info on your favourite brands and hidden gems — learn more here or sign up for our newsletter . kmendonca@postmedia.com instagram.com/kate.mendonca Love a deal? Us too. Explore Postmedia’s latest coupon codes from top brands we know and love.None
Bryan Johnson , a 45-year-old millionaire entrepreneur and the visionary behind the ‘Blueprint’ project aimed at reversing aging, is presently in Mumbai. Renowned for his innovative strategies in longevity science , the tech entrepreneur offered a sneak peek into his visit to Antilia , the opulent home of the Ambani family , through his official Instagram account. Johnson, who is visiting India to promote his book Don't Die, shared his enthusiasm about the opportunity to spend time with the billionaire family. Taking to Instagram Stories, he wrote, “Great hanging with the Ambani family.” In a series of Instagram updates, Bryan Johnson shared moments from his interactions with several notable personalities. One story featured him with Shloka Mehta, Mukesh Ambani’s daughter-in-law, while another captured a casual conversation between Johnson and Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor. In yet another clip, Johnson was seen engaged in an animated discussion with Anand Piramal, Isha Ambani’s husband, and actress Sonam Kapoor, as other guests listened intently. The tycoon was explaining how the future of wealth is health. A later update showcased a candid moment between Johnson and Shloka Mehta, where the two posed together, with Mehta presenting him with a gift. On Sunday evening, Johnson attended a more intimate event at Soho House in Mumbai, where he met Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal and comedian Tanmay Bhat. Despite receiving over 1,100 applications for the event, only 50 attendees were selected. Reflecting on the exclusivity, Johnson shared on social media, “Last night at Soho House with @deepigoyal, who built @zomato into one of India’s most successful companies. Over 1,100 applied for 50 seats. Sad to miss so many of you.” Agencies Johnson’s quest to reverse aging has been widely documented. His rigorous Blueprint program is rooted in meticulous scientific methods and involves an uncompromising daily routine. He begins his day at 4:30 AM, adheres to a plant-based diet supplemented by over 100 nutrients, and engages in targeted physical exercises. His pursuit of longevity includes advanced medical procedures, such as plasma transfusions from his son, and he reportedly spends $2 million annually on health monitoring and anti-aging treatments. Johnson’s approach emphasizes strict dietary discipline, consistent sleep patterns, and daily testing to push the boundaries of what is possible in age reversal.
MINNEAPOLIS, Dec. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SPS Commerce, Inc. SPSC , a leader in retail supply chain cloud services, today announced that management will present at the Nasdaq 51st Investor Conference on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at 3:00 PM GMT. A webcast of the presentation will be available on the company's investor relations website at http://investors.spscommerce.com/events.cfm . About SPS Commerce SPS Commerce is the world's leading retail network, connecting trading partners around the globe to optimize supply chain operations for all retail partners. We support data-driven partnerships with innovative cloud technology, customer-obsessed service and accessible experts so our customers can focus on what they do best. To date, more than 120,000 companies in retail, grocery, distribution, supply, and logistics have chosen SPS as their retail network. SPS has achieved 95 consecutive quarters of revenue growth and is headquartered in Minneapolis. For additional information, contact SPS at 866-245-8100 or visit www.spscommerce.com . SPS COMMERCE, SPS, SPS logo and INFINITE RETAIL POWER are marks of SPS Commerce, Inc. and registered in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, along with other SPS marks. Such marks may also be registered or otherwise protected in other countries. Contact: Investor Relations The Blueshirt Group Irmina Blaszczyk Lisa Laukkanen SPSC@blueshirtgroup.com 415-217-4962 SPS-F © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.
USB Dongle Market Outlook and Future Projections for 2030 12-22-2024 01:32 PM CET | Business, Economy, Finances, Banking & Insurance Press release from: Dhirtek Business Research and Consulting USB Dongle Market The usb dongle market represents a dynamic and continually evolving landscape, shaped by changing consumer demands and technological advancements. In this comprehensive report, we provide an in-depth exploration of the market, designed for a wide range of stakeholders including manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, and investors. Our goal is to equip industry participants with essential insights that enable informed decision-making in an ever-changing market environment. This analysis not only examines the current state of the usb dongle market but also forecasts its future trends. Scope and Purpose This report serves as an extensive resource, thoughtfully curated to deliver actionable intelligence to industry stakeholders. It covers critical elements such as market dynamics, competitive environments, growth opportunities, challenges, and regional differences. The insights provided go beyond mere descriptions, offering a valuable tool for stakeholders to refine their strategies and make informed choices in a competitive market. Request for Sample Report: https://www.dhirtekbusinessresearch.com/market-report/USB-Dongle-Market/request-for-sample-report Comprehensive Market Analysis We are committed to providing a thorough analysis that explores every aspect of market growth, including shifts in consumer preferences and technological innovations driving demand for usb dongle products. We also address the challenges faced by the industry, such as economic uncertainties and intense competition, offering insights to help stakeholders navigate these complexities. Key Players in the USB Dongle Market: Kestrel Instruments Nordic Semiconductor FTDI Chip EURESYS S.A. NXP Semiconductors Fujitsu Components America, Inc. C2G, Inc. ASUSTeK Computer Inc. (ASUS) Sandberg A/S SONOFF Technologies Strategic Guidance for the Future This report invites stakeholders to delve into a detailed examination of the competitive landscape. By profiling key players in the usb dongle market and analyzing their strategies, we offer crucial insights to help industry participants make informed strategic decisions. Whether it's about outpacing competitors or learning from successful approaches, our analysis is designed to guide stakeholders toward success. Anticipated Insights Understanding the diverse segments within the usb dongle market is critical to success. Our report breaks down segment sizes, potential growth trajectories, and key trends, offering actionable insights that allow stakeholders to develop targeted strategies and optimize resource allocation. The knowledge provided empowers stakeholders to navigate the complexities of the usb dongle market with clarity and confidence. Balancing Market Forces and Strategic Impact This report delivers a comprehensive analysis of the factors shaping the usb dongle market. By evaluating both the drivers of market growth and the obstacles that could impede it, stakeholders gain a holistic understanding of the market's dynamics. For manufacturers, this analysis helps align innovation efforts with consumer demands and regulatory trends, while investors and decision-makers gain a deeper understanding of economic risks and supply chain vulnerabilities, allowing them to make more informed strategic choices. Our goal is to provide stakeholders with the knowledge needed to confidently and successfully navigate the usb dongle market. Competitive Landscape Our in-depth examination of the usb dongle market's competitive landscape highlights key players, scrutinizing their strategies and impacts on the industry. By analyzing the approaches of major companies, stakeholders gain a valuable understanding of market dynamics and can leverage these insights to identify growth opportunities, innovate, and make informed strategic decisions. Market Segmentation The report begins with a detailed analysis of the unique characteristics defining each segment within the usb dongle market. Segmentation can occur across various dimensions, including product types, customer demographics, or specific use cases. Understanding these differences allows stakeholders to tailor their strategies, products, and marketing efforts to meet the specific needs of each segment, enhancing competitive positioning and maximizing opportunities for success. Market Segments: Product Type: Interface Change Dongle Protected Dongle Application: Enterprise Individual Market Size and Segment Growth Potential A crucial part of the report focuses on understanding the size and significance of each market segment. We provide quantitative data that illustrates the market share and contribution of each segment, enabling stakeholders to make informed decisions regarding resource allocation, strategic prioritization, and investment. This section offers insights into the growth potential of each segment, including factors driving future expansion, evolving consumer preferences, and technological adoption. Conclusion This report serves as a strategic guide for stakeholders in the usb dongle market, offering comprehensive insights into market segmentation, competitive dynamics, and growth potential. By understanding the market's complexities and emerging opportunities, industry participants can make well-informed decisions that drive success and innovation in this rapidly evolving market. Other Reports E-Waste Shredder Market https://www.dhirtekbusinessresearch.com/market-report/E-Waste-Shredder-Market Hybrid Cooling Tower Market https://www.dhirtekbusinessresearch.com/market-report/Hybrid-Cooling-Tower-Market Metal Corner Beads Market https://www.dhirtekbusinessresearch.com/market-report/Metal-Corner-Beads-Market Single Zone Ductless Air Conditioner Market https://www.dhirtekbusinessresearch.com/market-report/Single-Zone-Ductless-Air-Conditioner-Market "Contact Us Dhirtek Business Research and Consulting Private Limited Contact No: +91 7580990088 Email Id: sales@dhirtekbusinessresearch.com" "About Us Dhirtek Business Research & Consulting Pvt Ltd is a global market research and consulting services provider headquartered in India. We offer our customers syndicated research reports, customized research reports, and consulting services. Our objective is to enable our clientele to achieve transformational progress and help them to make better strategic business decisions and enhance their global presence. We serve numerous companies worldwide, mobilizing our seasoned workforce to help companies shape their development through proper channeling and execution. We offer our services to large enterprises, start-ups, non-profit organizations, universities, and government agencies. The renowned institutions of various countries and Fortune 500 businesses use our market research services to understand the business environment at the global, regional, and country levels. Our market research reports offer thousands of statistical information and analysis of various industries at a granular level." This release was published on openPR.
NoneAn Arbroath man came to the rescue to take in an abandoned dog for the night. Craig Phillip gave the pooch a place to stay after Pie Bobs Bakery posted an appeal on social media on Saturday. The dog had been left tied up outside the Grant Road shop at around 10pm. Responding to the , dad-of-two Craig Phillip said he would give the pooch, which he later discovered is named Rogan, a place to stay. Craig, 30, who lives on nearby Sidney Street, said: “I spotted the post late on Saturday this poor dog had been left and it was just around the corner from me, so I’d said I was happy to take him in for the night. “I didn’t have any dog food so I made him some steak and bacon to give him something to eat. “He was very friendly and took to me straight away, all seemed well with him. “He was in great spirits and he slept in bed with me.” It is understood Rogan had recently been re-homed before he was abandoned and will now be returned to his original family. Craig, who works at MTC Media in Dundee, took the dog to the police station on Saturday morning. He said: “On Sunday morning I nipped out to get some dog food and basics before I phoned 101 for advice as the vets were closed. came to collect him and I’m glad he is being returned to his original family. “I miss him already – he was full of character and a joy to have in the short time I had him. “I wouldn’t have been able to take him in as I’ve got a six-year-old daughter who stays half of the week and a 23-week-old. “I’m away down to the station to say goodbye before he is returned”.
This Gigantic 85-Inch Sony 4K TV Drops Below $1,000, Black Friday Madness Is Here
Nearly 10K minority shops face demolition for Kashi Vishwanath projectTrilogy Sunstone begins new phaseCerity Partners LLC Sells 526 Shares of SPDR MSCI EAFE Fossil Fuel Reserves Free ETF (NYSEARCA:EFAX)
If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. Hi, friends! Welcome to No. 65, your guide to the best and -iest stuff in the world. (If you’re new here, welcome, get ready to take up all your phone’s storage space, and also you can read all the old editions at the .) This is the last of the year! I’m taking a couple of weeks off for the holidays, and I hope you’re getting some relaxation in too. Thank you so much to everyone who has subscribed to this newsletter, emailed me your recommendations, told me I’m a lunatic about to-do lists, and generally been part of the Installerverse this year. Making this newsletter is so much fun, and I’m so thrilled to get to do it with you. Bigger and better next year! This week, I’ve been reading about and and and watching (you can judge me, it’s fine) and re-watching beating for the very first time, and trying to convince my toddler that it’s actually not fun and cool and great to wake up at 4am every day. I also have for you a nifty new smart home controller, a new app for the future of social networks, the next Sonic movie, and much more. Plus, our most-requested homescreen... ever? Let’s do this. (As always, the best part of is your ideas and tips. What are you into right now? What should everyone else be playing / reading / watching / building / upgrading this holiday season? Tell me everything: . And if you know someone else who might enjoy , tell them to .) / There’s a document I wrote when I was first planning Installer, in which I wrote down a bunch of people who seemed like perfect people to feature in a homescreen-sharing section. was the very first name on that list. Hank is a and a and an and a and a and an and just, like, everyone’s favorite person on the internet it seems? I can think of few people as as Hank. And for this, the last issue of the year, Hank agreed to share his homescreen! (He also assigned me a story in the middle of our email exchange, which I’ll allow, because it was a very good story idea.) I sort of hoped he’d have 12 phones, each for a different social platform, but alas it appears it’s just the one. Here’s Hank’s homescreen, plus some info on the apps he uses and why: iPhone 14. My son attacking me with a cat tail and the planet Mars. Shopify, Wikipedia, YouTube, Duolingo, Apple Notes, Google Authenticator, Google, Philips Hue, FocusFriend, Gmail, Phone, Messages, Google Calendar. I know it’s a mess. All of this has evolved over years and now I just know where everything is and can never change anything. If there’s any hot take on this home screen, it’s that more people should use Wikipedia as a primary search engine — it’s often where you’re going to end up anyway, so I keep that very handy. Also, I recently moved Twitter out of my social networking folder to make it harder for me to use. It’s like three swipes away now, though still on my phone. I run several Shopify stores that are a big part of my business, so that’s why that’s there! By far the most-used non-social media app on my phone is Notes. I rely on it in a very unhealthy way that makes it an extremely entertaining scroll... for me at least. My short-term memory isn’t what it used to be, so everything ends up in there. There is also that I could have removed but instead we’re doing a soft-launch... you can probably spot it if you look hard enough. Installer “If you haven’t played with yet, I think that it is just about the most mind-blowing technology out there for personal knowledge management. It is a next-next-generation version of where knowledge graphs are going.” — Robert “Probably a show that’s a little under the radar right now is the show . Star-studded cast such as Michael Fassbender, Jeffrey Wright, and Richard Gere. This is a show that asks a lot from the viewer but is handsomely rewarded.” — John “Planning on building my second keyboard from NovelKeys over the holiday break. The real challenge will be figuring out which keycaps to put on it!” — Noah “The ABC procedural has scratched the itch I’ve had since similar concept shows like Monk, Psych, or the Mentalist went off the air. Is it revolutionary...no. But if you love ‘person with special talent solves crimes’ this is a show for you.” — Mike “I’ve been trying all these Bluesky/fediverse clients. I like: , and .” — Jordan “One of the best shows about AI I watched in the past year, , is on Netflix instead of AMC Plus jail. Highly recommend!” — Saad “It’s not going to spread Christmas cheer, but last night I went to a theatre near me to see . It’s a pretty limited theatrical release (and on Prime Video in the rest of the world) but the movie is fantastic. It’s based on real life events involving a (more) violent splinter group of the Aryan Nation in the Pacific Northwest. It’s violent, it’s scary, it’s full of slurs and cop cliches but it really happened.” — John “I am way late to the party but I am really enjoying for the Switch. Nice change of pace compared to what I usually play and today I managed to get my first watermelon.” — Filip “Read it before, but never finished the series, so I re-picked up the first in the series and am super enjoying it (again).” — Dan “Reading by Nicholas Carr. It’s a very sobering read about our relationship with the internet, written in a manner that traverses the entire history of humans’ relationship with technology, literacy, and information intake.” — Joe “That new ” — Nacho One of my very favorite kinds of stories is how things beget other things in ways nobody could have seen coming. , and so skyscrapers happened, and cities changed forever. Some lobbyist comes up with the term “ ,” and suddenly cars rule the road. Or the one I discovered this week: how somewhat unintentionally forever changed the houses people live in. Without a weird sheet of metal, we might not have open floor plans. Weird. I love it. And I bet there are a million more examples just like it. Blows my mind every time. Have a great holiday, see you in a few weeks! /
Latrobe’s Legion Keener Park is no longer a hidden gem of the community. Officials this week unveiled a new illuminated sign that points the way for visitors to reach the park and adjacent Memorial Stadium — by turning right from Jefferson Street onto Chestnut Street. “It’s something we’ve needed for a long time,” Latrobe Mayor Eric Bartels said of the park sign. Since the park’s many amenities aren’t visible from Jefferson Street, he said, those not familiar with the recreational site may have driven past the access point unawares. “The sign is really eye-catching. It helps you understand that you’re entering a park,” said Craig Shevchik, executive director of Greater Latrobe Parks and Recreation, which organizes activities at Legion Keener. The park is home to a public swimming pool, ball fields, a dek hockey rink, a playground, a band shell, picnic facilities and a walking trail. The stadium hosts Greater Latrobe School District athletic events and an annual pre-season practice by the Pittsburgh Steelers. The new park sign is positioned to be visible from three blocks away — at Jefferson and Main streets, where motorists arrive as they head north on Route 981 into downtown Latrobe. “We moved a telephone pole 10 feet, so you can see the sign from Main Street all the way down; there’s an open line of sight,” said Jarod Trunzo, executive director of nonprofit Latrobe Community Revitalization Program, one of the key groups involved in the park gateway project. The sign joins other adjacent improvements along Chestnut Street, including a pedestrian walkway leading toward the park, a row of lighted bollards and nine new trees that have been planted there. “People have cut across that area all the time for events at the park,“ Trunzo said. “Now, with a sidewalk for them to use, it’s that much more inviting.” The mature tree species include paperbark maple, known for bark that peels but adheres to the trunk, and green vase zelkova — which is resistant to drought and Dutch elm disease, according to the Missouri Botanical Garden. In the coming spring, work is planned on the next phase of the project: installation of thermoplast crosswalks with a herringbone brick pattern similar to ones in place at other key Latrobe intersections. This project received $200,000 in funding from the Richard King Mellon Foundation, through the Latrobe Foundation, in partnership with Saint Vincent College and the Be My Neighbor Committee. The committee’s goals include strengthening the Latrobe community’s connections to recreation, improving the local housing stock and boosting economic development. The committee includes representatives from the college, the city, the school district, Independence Health, the Latrobe Foundation and the the Greater Latrobe-Laurel Valley Chamber of Commerce. The park gateway project dovetails with the city’s recent update of curb ramps along Jefferson to meet modern standards for handicapped accessibility. The park sign features many design elements similar to those of a town welcome sign positioned along Main Street opposite from the Loyalhanna Creek bridge. Among those involved in creating and installing the park sign were graduates of the masonry program at Eastern Westmoreland Career and Technology Center, Special Lite and Blue Sky Sign Company. Allegheny Arborscapes and Loyalhanna Environmental handled work on the trees, walkway and site grading. Trees grow in Latrobe At the same time work wrapped up on the park gateway, the Latrobe Community Revitalization Program partnered with the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy to plant more new shade trees, adding visual appeal for motorists and pedestrians in two other areas of the city. According to Trunzo, 12 trees have been added on either side of Main Street, heading into downtown from Loyalhanna Creek, while 15 new trees have replaced older dying ones along the Lincoln Avenue walking trail, between Fairmont and James streets. “The trail keeps growing in popularity,” Trunzo said. “Some local sports teams even use it for their training.” The trees on Main Street, including hornbeam and flowering cherry, were selected because of their tolerance for winter road salt and growth pattern that will keep them from extending into traffic, he said. The trees along the trail have more room to grow and include a diversity of species — among them, honey locust, American linden, dawn redwood, Carolina silverbell and the katsura, which is native to Japan. The Latrobe tree plantings are part of a larger conservancy program to pursue watershed conservation, urban forestry and land protection in several Westmoreland County communities — another effort supported by the Richard King Mellon Foundation. “We engage with the community and make sure trees are going in where they’re wanted,” said Brian Crooks, community forester with the conservancy. “Since 2008, we’ve planted more than 40,000 trees using this model.” Other towns that have benefited from the program include Jeannette, Monessen, New Kensington and Arnold. Along the Latrobe trail, Crooks said, “It will make it more like an arboretum feel. People will be able to interact with a lot of different species in a very short area.”