Fears for future of F1 icon amid exodusThe potential consequences of these allegations are severe, with demotion being one of the most drastic penalties that could be imposed on Manchester City. In the past, other clubs such as Juventus and AC Milan have faced demotion as a result of financial fair play violations, and the possibility of Manchester City suffering a similar fate has sent shockwaves through the footballing community.NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stock indexes drifted lower Tuesday in the runup to the highlight of the week for the market, the latest update on inflation that’s coming on Wednesday. The S&P 500 dipped 0.3%, a day after pulling back from its latest all-time high . They’re the first back-to-back losses for the index in nearly a month, as momentum slows following a big rally that has it on track for one of its best years of the millennium . Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.US President-elect Donald Trump's proposals to impose sweeping tariffs on imports could counter earlier efforts to cool inflation, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said Tuesday, warning that consumer prices could rise. Her comments at the Wall Street Journal's CEO Council Summit come as Trump has vowed broad tariffs of at least 10 percent on all imports, and higher rates on goods from China, Canada and Mexico. Imposing broad-based tariffs could "raise prices significantly for American consumers and create cost pressures on firms" which rely on imported goods, Yellen said when asked about Trump's plans. She cautioned that this could weigh on the competitiveness of certain sectors and increase costs to households. "This is a strategy I worry could derail the progress that we've made on inflation, and have adverse consequences on growth," she said. But she defended efforts by President Joe Biden's administration to impose targeted tariffs on Chinese goods to counter unfair trade practices by Beijing. She has previously raised concern over China's industrial overcapacity -- which risks a flood of underpriced goods into global markets and could undermine the development of key US industries. On Tuesday, Yellen also expressed regret that the United States has not made more progress on the country's deficit, saying she believes it "needs to be brought down, especially now that we're in an environment of higher interest rates." She stressed the importance of an independent Federal Reserve too, saying that countries perform better economically when central banks are allowed to exercise their best judgment without political influence. Trump has said that he would like "at least" a say over setting the Fed's interest rate. "I think it's a mistake to become involved in commenting on the Fed and certainly taking steps to compromise its independence," said Yellen. "I believe it tends to undermine the confidence of financial markets and, ultimately, of Americans in an important institution," she added. Yellen noted that she has spoken with Trump's Treasury chief nominee, billionaire hedge fund manager Scott Bessent, congratulating him on his nomination. bys/bjt
As Chelsea's new signing settles into life at Stamford Bridge and begins to make an impact on the pitch, all eyes will be on the player to deliver performances befitting of the comparisons to Neymar and the expectations of the fans. With the Premier League season in full swing and Chelsea aiming for the top of the table, the timing of this new signing could not be more perfect, injecting fresh energy and optimism into the team and its supporters.Recently, a shadow loomed over the Dreamer's Grove, casting a sense of unease and uncertainty over the dreamscape. The whispers in the wind spoke of a great danger approaching, a threat to the very fabric of dreams itself. Fear gripped the hearts of the dreamers, and the once vibrant and colorful dreams began to lose their luster.
Ivanka Trump celebrated Christmas Eve at Mar-a-Lago, where her father, President-elect Donald Trump , took on the role of DJ, as told by sources to Page Six. The festive spirit continued into Christmas night, with Ivanka sharing a stunning photo on social media . She dazzled in a one-shoulder, form-fitting black dress adorned with a dramatic white flower print, capturing the essence of holiday glamour at the exclusive club. Also Read: Vivek Ramaswamy steps in as Sriram Krishnan's controversial views on immigration spark debate Christmas Eve at Mar-a-Lago A spy revealed to Page Six that Ivanka entered her dad’s private Christmas party in a “form-fitting, below-the-knee, all-white dress with bare shoulders, but long sleeves” at the Palm Beach club. She was reportedly accompanied by her husband, Jared Kushner and and their three children. The insider shared with the outlet, “Melania wore a perfectly fitted chic black pantsuit with discrete jewellery and her large diamond wedding ring.” A source revealed that the tickets to the party went out for a whopping $ 350 a pop. Regarding who was there at the gathering and who was not, the insider said, “No Elon, no Don Jr. and his gf, no Eric and Lara Trump... the family arrived at 7:30 p.m. and left at 9:00 p.m.” However, Trump Jr. and Anderson were spotted at the family Christmas celebration the next day where the latter appeared in a red dress. Also Read: Family feud turns violent at Phoenix airport on Christmas Day, 3 shot and 1 stabbed Donald Trump plays DJ at the party The source revealed to the outlet, “The president played a serious set and was very into the music.” About the presidential playlist, the source shared that it included artists like “Andrea Bocelli [singing the] theme from ‘Phantom of the Opera” along with the 1966 Elvis Presley holiday tune–If Everyday Was Like Christmas. The source further shared, “He closed his set with ‘Y.M.C.A.’ and some of the crowd jumped up and started doing ‘the Trump dance. The President-elect [also] started doing his signature dance and the room burst into applause and cheers. The ballroom was filled, but not overcrowded, because the size of these holiday events is being limited.” The source added, “There were no toasts by [Trump], but Ivanka was observed raising her glass and saying something with a smile to her father and Melania.” Trump is also known to DJ every night during the dinners via his iPad.NoneTitle: Winter is Coming! Snowfall Expected in Beijing, Followed by Chilling North Winds
It is a tale as old as time – the allure of opulence and extravagance proving too irresistible for some to resist, even at the cost of their own integrity and the well-being of others. The man's decision to pilfer millions from his employer, rather than earning them through honest means, speaks to a mindset that prioritizes personal gain over ethical considerations and societal norms.Guinness Nigeria Plc, in partnership with the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), has reaffirmed its commitment to road safety and responsible drinking through the 2024 edition of its yearly Ember Months Campaign. The campaign, themed ‘Speak up against dangerous driving: Crashes kill more passengers than drivers,” underscores the need for collective responsibility to ensure safer roads, particularly during the busy festive season. The town hall event, which was held at Excellence Hotel, Aguda, Ogba, Lagos, served as a platform to address road safety challenges and educate road users, particularly commercial drivers, on the dangers of reckless driving and drunk driving. It brought together key transport stakeholders, including representatives from the FRSC, Lagos State Special Marshals, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), and the National Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), among others. In his keynote address, the Managing Director of Guinness Nigeria Plc, Girish Sharma, emphasised the campaign’s focus on empowering passengers to take an active role in promoting road safety by speaking up against dangerous driving behaviours. Sharma stated: “This year’s Ember Months Campaign’s theme, ‘Speak Up Against Dangerous Driving: Crashes Kill More Passengers than Drivers,’ highlights the critical need for passengers to voice concerns when confronted with reckless driving. Silence is not an option when lives are at stake. Road safety is a shared responsibility, and everyone must play their part in creating safer travel conditions, especially during this season of increased road activity.” Reiterating Guinness Nigeria’s long-standing commitment to responsible drinking, Sharma urged road users to make conscious choices that would prioritise safety over indulgence. He added: “Drinking and driving do not mix. At Guinness Nigeria, we remain dedicated to fostering a culture of responsible drinking through various initiatives, including our Smashed Project, which has educated over 36,000 students across 80 schools on the dangers of underage drinking and reckless behaviour. Additionally, our DRINKIQ programme has engaged more than 400 participants in collaboration with government agencies, supported by 50 dedicated Guinness Nigeria volunteers. Our Digital Moderation Campaign has achieved 50 million impressions, sparking meaningful conversations on responsible behaviour with over 30,000 individuals. These initiatives underscore our commitment to promoting safe and responsible drinking practices.” The Guinness Nigeria MD concluded by thanking the FRSC, particularly the Lagos Sector Commander, for their leadership and commitment to road safety, highlighting the shared goal of building a culture of safety and urging all to remember: never drink and drive. FRSC Lagos Sector Commander, Corps Commander Kehinde G. Hamzat, highlighted the alarming consequences of road crashes, which claim many lives and result in significant social and economic losses annually. Hamzat stated: “The ember months are characterised by heavy road traffic as Nigerians travel for family reunions, festivals, and ceremonies. Unfortunately, this period also sees increased congestion, reckless driving, and road crashes, leading to devastating loss of lives and properties. This campaign aims to address these challenges head-on by empowering road users to adopt safer practices and encouraging passengers to actively speak up against unsafe driving behaviours.” Assistant Corps Marshal Adeoye Irelewuyi, represented by Deputy Corps Commander, Emma Ero Fekoya, also highlighted the economic impact of road crashes, citing World Health Organisation (WHO) statistics that estimated over 1.3 million road traffic deaths annually worldwide. “In Nigeria, passenger vehicles are disproportionately involved in crashes, with passengers facing higher fatality rates than drivers. This underscores the need for greater awareness and individual responsibility to reduce these alarming statistics. Beyond the loss of lives, road crashes also impose severe socio-economic costs, including lost income, reduced productivity, and increased poverty. Collaborative efforts are essential to mitigate these impacts and foster safer road use,” Fekoya said. A key highlight of the event was a panel session. The session delved into the importance of responsible drinking, road safety education and collaboration in reducing road accidents during the festive season and beyond. Guinness Nigeria Plc and the FRSC remain steadfast in their efforts to advocate for responsible drinking and promote road safety. The 2024 Ember Months Campaign is a testament to their shared commitment to reducing road accidents and ensuring the safety of all Nigerians during one of the year’s busiest travel periods. Through this initiative, both organisations aim to drive meaningful change and foster a culture of safety on Nigerian roads.
Aitken Spence Travels walked away with the coveted title of Best Travel Agent Inbound – Large Category, Best Cruise Lines Operator and Best Professional MICE Organizer at the recently concluded Sri Lanka Tourism Awards 2024 organized by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority. Managing Director of Aitken Spence Travels Nalin Jayasundera receiving the award for the Best Travel Agent – Inbound/ Large to Aitken Spence Travels These accolades underline Aitken Spence Travels’ leadership and commitment to the continuous development of the tourism sector. They highlight the company’s dedication to destination marketing, innovation, best practices, and its significant contributions to uplifting industry standards and driving growth of Sri Lanka’s tourism industry. As the Best Travel Agent in the large category, Aitken Spence Travels exemplifies excellence. Furthermore, the company leads the way in cruise line operations, accounting for over 65% of the market and setting the standards for Sri Lanka as a premier multiport destination. Solidifying its strength, Aitken Spence Travels was also recognized as the Best Professional MICE Organizer. The judging criteria encompassed a broad spectrum of key performance areas, including audited financial performance, corporate social responsibility initiatives, environmental stewardship, business and marketing strategies, customer care, human resource management, and sustainability practices. Nalin Jayasundera Managing Director of Aitken Spence Travels stated, “Our unparalleled contribution has enabled us to serve over 234,976 happy visitors beyond boundaries during FY 23/24.” “We were the largest room inventory buyer during this period, purchasing the highest number of room nights and helping to keep the wheels of the nation’s tourism industry turning by working closely with transport, accommodation providers, and other suppliers.” Furthermore, we have been the largest contributor to the Tourism Development Levy (TDL) and have significantly contributed to the growth of foreign exchange from the tourism sector. Stasshani Jayawardena, Head of the Tourism Sector for Aitken Spence PLC commented, “We are immensely grateful to our joint venture partner, TUI (the world’s largest integrated tourism company), led by TUI Travel PLC Sebastian Ebel, for their continued unwavering support.”As days turned into months and months turned into years, the couple encountered numerous obstacles along the way. They faced financial difficulties, intense competition, and even moments of self-doubt. However, instead of giving up, they chose to fight on, fueled by their shared dream of success and their refusal to be defeated.Market Summary Sectoral Summary Breakout Stocks Analyst Call NALCO: Buy Persistent Systems: Sell Fortis Healthcare: Avoid
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The opportunity in front of Boston College in the Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium on Saturday is not lost on first-year coach Bill O'Brien. When the Massachusetts native leads the Eagles (7-5) onto the hallowed New York ground, Boston College will be shooting for its first eight-win season since 2009. Facing an opponent as prestigious in the world of college football as Nebraska (6-6) makes it even more special. "I think that was the big thing for us," O'Brien said. "Can we play a great, legendary program? (We're) all very excited about the opportunity to go up against a program like Nebraska in Yankee Stadium around Christmastime. It's a very, very cool opportunity." The Eagles not only look to send seniors such as ACC Defensive Player of the Year Donovan Ezeiruaku (FBS-leading 16 1/2 sacks in the regular season), running back Kye Robichaux (452 yards, six touchdowns in the past four games) and former walk-on linebacker Joe Marinaro out on a high note, but also keep an eye on the future with many expected 2025 returnees already contributing on the depth chart. Florida International junior transfer Grayson James has emerged as Boston College's top quarterback, throwing for five touchdowns in four starts since Florida State-bound Thomas Castellanos departed the program midseason. The Eagles won three of those games, all in Atlantic Coast Conference play. This season has also seen the likes of running back Turbo Richard, wide receiver Reed Harris and safety Carter Davis receive significant time as true or redshirt freshmen for O'Brien's team. "There's a lot of guys that will be playing in this game that will hopefully be playing for us next year," O'Brien said. "If you can't get up to playing in a game like this, I think for our guys, you might want to check yourself out a little bit." While Boston College seeks back-to-back bowl victories after toppling now-ACC rival SMU in the Fenway Bowl last December, Nebraska is headed to its first postseason appearance since 2016. The Cornhuskers clinched the bowl berth with a Nov. 23 win over Wisconsin, ending a four-game losing streak that followed a 5-1 start. Five of Nebraska's six losses were by eight or fewer points, including setbacks against ranked Big Ten foes Illinois and Ohio State. "We're unbelievably excited and grateful," second-year Nebraska coach and native New Yorker Matt Rhule said. "We've worked really hard to get to this point. A tough schedule this year, had a chance to play against a lot of great teams." Nebraska has one of the nation's top young quarterbacks at the helm. Dylan Raiola has thrown for 12 touchdowns and ranks second among FBS freshmen with 2,595 passing yards and a 66.6 percent completion rate. Raiola shot down transfer portal rumors and affirmed his commitment to the Huskers since the regular season concluded. "I never officially entered and never really was shopping around," Raiola said. "I'm playing quarterback at Nebraska." The game has added significance to Rhule due to his New York City roots. This month, he added Dana Holgorsen as offensive coordinator and promoted John Butler to defensive coordinator. Eight Nebraska players hail from New York or New Jersey, including sophomore starting defensive end Cameron Lenhardt and sixth-year senior running back Rahmir Johnson. "It's been home for a long time," Rhule said. "This is a special, special kind of full-circle moment for us." --Field Level Media'Govt only to consider PTI's written demands'
B. Metzler seel. Sohn & Co. Holding AG purchased a new stake in Align Technology, Inc. ( NASDAQ:ALGN – Free Report ) during the 3rd quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor purchased 2,919 shares of the medical equipment provider’s stock, valued at approximately $742,000. A number of other institutional investors and hedge funds also recently modified their holdings of ALGN. Canada Pension Plan Investment Board lifted its holdings in shares of Align Technology by 67.7% during the first quarter. Canada Pension Plan Investment Board now owns 101,229 shares of the medical equipment provider’s stock valued at $33,195,000 after purchasing an additional 40,852 shares during the last quarter. LRI Investments LLC purchased a new stake in Align Technology during the first quarter valued at about $29,000. Lazard Asset Management LLC boosted its holdings in shares of Align Technology by 190.7% in the first quarter. Lazard Asset Management LLC now owns 54,126 shares of the medical equipment provider’s stock worth $17,748,000 after buying an additional 35,507 shares during the period. BOKF NA increased its position in shares of Align Technology by 18.8% in the first quarter. BOKF NA now owns 13,437 shares of the medical equipment provider’s stock worth $4,295,000 after acquiring an additional 2,131 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Price T Rowe Associates Inc. MD raised its holdings in shares of Align Technology by 10.9% during the first quarter. Price T Rowe Associates Inc. MD now owns 437,219 shares of the medical equipment provider’s stock valued at $143,373,000 after acquiring an additional 43,144 shares during the period. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 88.43% of the company’s stock. Align Technology Stock Down 1.0 % ALGN stock opened at $225.89 on Friday. The company has a market capitalization of $16.86 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 38.55, a P/E/G ratio of 5.91 and a beta of 1.65. The firm has a 50 day moving average of $228.54 and a two-hundred day moving average of $237.82. Align Technology, Inc. has a 12 month low of $196.09 and a 12 month high of $335.40. Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth A number of equities analysts recently commented on ALGN shares. Robert W. Baird decreased their price objective on shares of Align Technology from $325.00 to $276.00 and set an “outperform” rating for the company in a research note on Thursday, October 24th. Evercore ISI lowered their price target on Align Technology from $270.00 to $250.00 and set an “outperform” rating on the stock in a report on Thursday, October 24th. Morgan Stanley dropped their price target on Align Technology from $310.00 to $280.00 and set an “overweight” rating on the stock in a research report on Thursday, October 24th. Piper Sandler decreased their price objective on Align Technology from $285.00 to $275.00 and set an “overweight” rating for the company in a research report on Thursday, October 24th. Finally, Stifel Nicolaus dropped their target price on Align Technology from $285.00 to $275.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a report on Thursday, October 24th. One analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating, four have given a hold rating and six have issued a buy rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat, the stock has an average rating of “Hold” and an average price target of $276.38. Read Our Latest Analysis on Align Technology Align Technology Profile ( Free Report ) Align Technology, Inc designs, manufactures, and markets Invisalign clear aligners, and iTero intraoral scanners and services for orthodontists and general practitioner dentists in the United States, Switzerland, and internationally. The company's Clear Aligner segment offers comprehensive products, including Invisalign comprehensive package that addresses the orthodontic needs of younger patients, such as mandibular advancement, compliance indicators, and compensation for tooth eruption; and Invisalign First Phase I and Invisalign First Comprehensive Phase 2 package for younger patients generally between the ages of six and ten years, which is a mixture of primary/baby and permanent teeth. Featured Stories Receive News & Ratings for Align Technology Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Align Technology and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .
In conclusion, the PBOC's decision to increase its gold holdings after a six-month hiatus reflects China's proactive approach to managing its foreign exchange reserves amid a challenging global economic environment. As central banks around the world ramp up their gold purchases, China's move signals its commitment to diversifying its reserves and safeguarding its financial stability in the face of mounting uncertainties. With the country's forex reserves reaching new highs and gold holdings on the rise, China is poised to fortify its position as a major player in the global financial landscape.Pinduoduo, known for its social commerce model and unbeatable deals, is also seizing the Double 12 opportunity to drive sales and engagement. With its emphasis on group buying and bulk discounts, Pinduoduo is a favorite among bargain hunters and price-conscious shoppers. Double 12 on Pinduoduo means even more savings, exclusive offers, and interactive games to keep users entertained and coming back for more.
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