panalo999 NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks are stabilizing Thursday following one of their worst days of the year . The S&P 500 rose 0.2% in late trading, a day after tumbling 2.9% when the Federal Reserve said it may deliver fewer cuts to interest rates next year than earlier thought. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 136 points, or 0.3%, with less than an hour remaining in trading, following Wednesday’s drop of more than 1,100 points. The Nasdaq composite rose 0.3%. Wednesday’s drop took some of the enthusiasm out of the market, which critics had already been warning was overly buoyant and would need everything to go correctly for it to justify its high prices. But indexes remain near their records , and the S&P 500 is still on track for one of its best years of the millennium . Traders are now expecting the Federal Reserve to deliver just one or maybe two cuts to interest rates next year, according to data from CME Group. Some are even betting on none. A month ago, the majority saw at least two cuts in 2025 as a safe bet. Wall Street loves lower interest rates because they give the economy a boost and goose prices for investments, but they can also provide fuel for inflation. Darden Restaurants, the company behind Olive Garden and other chains, helped lift the market after leaping 15.1%. It delivered profit for the latest quarter that edged past analysts’ expectations. The operator of LongHorn Steakhouses also gave a forecast for revenue for this fiscal year that topped analysts’. Accenture rose 6.7% after the professional services company likewise topped expectations for profit in the latest quarter. CEO Julie Sweet said it saw growth around the world, and the company raised its forecast for revenue this fiscal year. Amazon shares added 1.8%, even as workers at seven of its facilities went on strike Thursday in the middle of the online retail giant’s busiest time of the year. Amazon says it doesn’t expect an impact on its operations during what the workers’ union calls the largest strike against the company in U.S. history. They helped offset a tumble for Micron Technology, which fell 16.7% despite reporting stronger profit than expected. The computer memory company’s revenue fell short of Wall Street’s forecasts, and CEO Sanjay Mehrotra said it expects demand from consumers to remain weaker in the near term. It gave a forecast for revenue in the current quarter that fell well short of what analysts were thinking. Lamb Weston, which makes French fries and other potato products, dropped 22.6% after falling short of analysts’ expectations for profit and revenue in the latest quarter. It also cut its financial targets for the fiscal year, saying demand for frozen potatoes is continuing to soften, particularly outside North America. The company replaced its chief executive. In the bond market, yields were mixed a day after shooting higher on expectations that the Fed would deliver fewer cuts to rates in 2025. Reports on the U.S. economy came in mixed. One showed the overall economy grew at a 3.1% annualized rate during the summer, faster than earlier thought. The economy has remained remarkably resilient even though the Fed held its main interest rate at a two-decade high for a while before beginning to cut them in September. A separate report showed fewer U.S. workers applied for unemployment benefits last week, an indication that the job market also remains solid. But a third report said manufacturing in the mid-Atlantic region is unexpectedly contracting again despite economists’ expectations for growth. The yield on the 10-year Treasury rose to 4.57% from 4.52% late Wednesday and from less than 4.20% earlier this month. But the two-year yield, which more closely tracks expectations for action by the Fed in the near term, eased back to 4.31% from 4.35%. The rise in longer-term yields has put pressure on the housing market by keeping mortgage rates higher. Homebuilder Lennar fell 4.8% after it reported weaker profit and revenue for the latest quarter than analysts expected. CEO Stuart Miller said that “the housing market that appeared to be improving as the Fed cut short-term interest rates, proved to be far more challenging as mortgage rates rose” through the quarter. “Even while demand remained strong, and the chronic supply shortage continued to drive the market, our results were driven by affordability limitations from higher interest rates,” he said. A report on Thursday may have offered some encouragement for the housing industry. It showed a pickup in sales of previously occupied homes. In stock markets abroad, London’s FTSE 100 fell 1.1% after the Bank of England paused its cuts to rates and kept its main interest rate unchanged on Thursday. The move comes as inflation there moved further above the central bank’s 2% target rate, while the British economy is flatlining at best. The Bank of Japan also kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged, and Tokyo’s Nikkei 225 fell 0.7%. Indexes likewise sank across much of the rest of Asia and Europe. AP Business Writers Matt Ott and Elaine Kurtenbach contributed.

'Quite a debate': Alabama, Miami first teams out of CFP fieldISLAMABAD: The unavailability of 140 MHZ in the 2600 band - the most suitable for launch of 5G in the country emerged as the main concern of the National Economic Research Associates Inc (NERA) - United States -based international consultancy firm hired by the government for the spectrum auction, it is learnt. Sources revealed that NERA also highlighted the Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited’s acquisition of Telenor Pakistan, before the release of auction rules to remove the confusion, and enhance competition in the market. Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb chaired a meeting of the Advisory Committee on Release of IMT Spectrum for Improvement of Next Generation Mobile Broadband Services in Pakistan. PTA hires NERA for 5G spectrum auction Sources revealed that consultant informed that there was good appetite in the market, as additional spectrum was needed for improving the quality of services. However, it was revealed that the government has 54 MHz in hand in the 2600 band where 140 MHz is in litigation. The consultant informed that 2600 band is considered to be prime worldwide and crucial for successful launch of 5G as well as reducing congestion in 4G. NERA urged the government to get it clear at the earliest. Sources revealed that government if pursing the case in the court through Attorney General’s Office hopes to get it released early. The government planned to present 562 MHz for spectrum auction, however, 140 MHz is still in litigation. An official said that the government has spectrum in all ITU bands earmarked for 5G, i.e., 700, 2100, 2300, 2600, and 3300 MHZ and above bands which are suitable for 5G. The same can be presented for auction envisaging technology neutral, i.e., for enactment of 4G in 2100, 2300, and 2600, and utilisation of same for 5G as well in the country. Official statement noted that the meeting discussed various issues and reviewed the progress of work done by the US-based consultant firm NERA hired by the PTA as per PPRA Rules/EPADS in November 2024 to study and assess the Pakistan market, undertake consultation with stakeholders and prepare policy recommendations regarding sector reforms and a roadmap for a successful spectrum auction by April next year. The meeting was attended by Minister for Industries and Production Rana Tanveer Hussain, Minister of State for Information Technology and Telecommunication of Pakistan Shaza Fatima Khawaja (virtual), chairman PTA, secretary Ministry of Information Technology, Secretary Ministry of Law and senior officers from concerned ministries and departments. Copyright Business Recorder, 2024Pep Guardiola claims most Premier League clubs want Manchester City RELEGATED as defiant boss staunchly defend - Daily Mail

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DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israeli aircraft struck a sprawling tent camp housing displaced Palestinians in Gaza on Wednesday, killing at least 21 people, according to a local health official, setting off fires in the coastal tent city that Israel has designated a humanitarian zone but which has been repeatedly targeted. The Israeli military said it struck senior Hamas militants “involved in terrorist activities” in the area, without providing additional details, and said it took precautions to minimize harm to civilians. The strikes were the latest deadly assault in the war-wracked Gaza Strip , where Israel's offensive against Hamas is nearly 14 months old and showing no end in sight, despite international efforts to revive negotiations toward a ceasefire. The Biden administration has pledged to make a new push to get a ceasefire for Gaza after Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah agreed to end more than a year of cross-border fighting. And President-elect Donald Trump demanded in a social media post this week the release of hostages held by Hamas before he is sworn into office in January. The strike Wednesday in Muwasi, a desolate area with few public services that holds hundreds of thousands of displaced people , also wounded at least 28 people, according to Atif Al-Hout, the director of Nasser Hospital in the southern city of Khan Younis. An Associated Press journalist at the hospital counted at least 15 bodies, but he said reaching a precise number was difficult because many of the dead were dismembered, some without heads or badly burned. Videos and photos shared widely on social media showed flames and a column of black smoke rising into the night sky, as well as twisted metal tent frames and shredded fabric. Palestinian men searched through the still-burning wreckage, shouting “Over here guys!” Further away, civilians stood at a distance, observing the destruction. The military said the strikes had set off secondary explosions, indicating explosives present in the area had detonated. It was not possible to independently confirm the Israeli claims, and the strikes could also have ignited fuel, cooking gas canisters or other materials in the camp. The strikes followed earlier Israeli attacks on other parts of the Gaza Strip that killed eight people, four of them children, according to Palestinian medics. The military said it had struck “terrorist targets” in a series of strikes. On Wednesday, Israel said its forces recovered the body of one hostage who was captured alive during Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, attack that sparked the war, yet who Israel believes was killed by his captors. Israel believes about a third of the remaining 100 hostages are dead. The war in Gaza began when Hamas-led militants attacked southern Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, killing some 1,200 people, mostly civilians, and abducting around 250 people. Some 100 hostages are still inside Gaza, at least a third of whom are believed to be dead. Israel’s offensive has killed over 44,500 Palestinians in Gaza, mostly women and children, according to the Gaza Health Ministry, which does not say how many were combatants. The Israeli military says it has killed over 17,000 militants, without providing evidence. Israel says it tries to avoid harming civilians and blames Hamas for their deaths because the militants often operate in residential areas and are known to position tunnels, rocket launchers and other infrastructure near homes, schools and mosques. The United States, Qatar and Egypt have spent much of the past year trying to broker a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of the remaining hostages, but those efforts stalled as Israel rejected Hamas’ demand for a complete withdrawal from the territory . Associated Press writer Tia Goldenberg in Jerusalem contributed to this report. Follow AP’s war coverage at https://apnews.com/hub/mideast-warsA user manual for yeast's genetic switches

'Quite a debate': Alabama, Miami first teams out of CFP field(The Center Square) – Legislators in Washington, D.C., have taken a number of steps over the past few days to push for insurance and pharmaceutical reforms to be passed before the end of the year. On Wednesday, a bicameral group of Republican and Democrat lawmakers held a press conference discussing the need for pharmacy benefit manager reform to protect small pharmacies across the country and “save lives.” “Whether you are a Republican, Democrat, or an independent, we all want the same thing. We want accessible, affordable, quality health care,” said Rep. Buddy Carter, R-Ga. “We’re not here today to just discuss one bill or to discuss just one patient’s story. We're here because there's broad, bipartisan pharmacy benefit manager, or PBM, reform that is needed to save lives.” Pharmacy benefit managers are the middlemen responsible for managing the drug prices covered by health insurance plans. According to the Harvard Political Review , the problem with pharmacy benefit managers is that they “have vertically integrated with pharmacy chains and health insurers through massive conglomerates.” That then allows them to abuse their power to cut out small pharmacies and increase prices. Carter also signed a letter that was released last week calling on the Department of Justice to dig into the role pharmacy benefit managers played in the opioid epidemic. Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Ill., Deborah Ross, D-N.C., and Cliff Benz, R-Ore., all joined him in signing that letter. “The opioid crisis has devastated communities in North Carolina and across the country, and PBMs may have fueled it by prioritizing profits over people,” Ross said on social media . “That’s why I joined a letter calling on the DOJ to investigate their role and hold these bad actors accountable.” The letter looked at recent reports on the largest pharmacy benefit managers, CVS Caremark, Express Scripts, and OptumRx which state that they “colluded and conspired to steer patients towards OxyContin in exchange for $400 million.” OxyContin is a trade name for the narcotic oxycodone hydrochloride, a painkiller available by prescription only. This and the general “lack of transparency” is just one of the many complaints that legislators aired on Wednesday. “My colleagues who are joining me today, Democrats and Republicans ... all recognize that PBMs are decreasing the accessibility, the affordability, and therefore the quality of health care in America,” Carter said. “We have an opportunity, right now, to advance bipartisan legislation that increases reporting requirements, which would heighten transparency and shine a light on the opaque practices of these PBMs.” Carter was also joined by Sen. James Lankford, R-Okla., who is leading the effort to get legislation passed in the U.S. Senate. “This year, we're losing about one pharmacy a day in America,” Lankford said. “We want leadership to be able to take this up and to bring it up in the end-of-year package ... Stop holding up legislation that is bipartisan, bicameral, and solving a problem that Americans need solved.”

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CARL JAMMES MARTIN overcame a slow start to prove once more he is one of the country’s boxing hopes, dismantling Mexican Ruben Tostado Garcia in a non-title super bantamweight fight on Sunday via fifth round technical knockout victory at the Evolution Club in Tijuana, Mexico. Martin connected on a stunning right left hook with 1:28 left in the fifth round and the 30-year-old Mexican could not recover, forcing the referee to halt the fight. “Carl Jammes Martin started a little slow and his timing was a little off but when he got the guy with good shots, he finished his opponent really quick,” International matchmaker and Manny Pacquiao’s MP Promotions head Sean Gibbons told BusinessMirror on Sunday. Martin extended his unbeaten record to 25 fights, with 20 knockouts. Garcia dominated Martin in the first two rounds, the Filipino pug unable to react to the Mexican’s combinations. But Garcia felt Martin’s power in the third round after being staggered by counter punches. Martin got Garcia in the forehead in the fourth round before finishing the job in the fifth. “It’s going to be a huge 2025 for Martin. We are looking for a world title shot in Las Vegas after this win. At the end of the year, we are hoping he’s No. 1 in the WBO [World Boxing Organization],” Gibbons added. “He’s on track right now, and we are hoping he keeps that way.” Martin’s win was also his second in Mexico after he knocked out Anthony Jimenez Salas last September in Sinaloa. Garcia dropped to 27-15-1 win-loss-draw record with 10 knockouts.

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WASHINGTON — As she checked into a recent flight to Mexico for vacation, Teja Smith chuckled at the idea of joining another Women’s March on Washington . As a Black woman, she just couldn’t see herself helping to replicate the largest act of resistance against then-President Donald Trump’s first term in January 2017. Even in an election this year where Trump questioned his opponent’s race , held rallies featuring racist insults and falsely claimed Black migrants in Ohio were eating residents’ pets , he didn't just win a second term. He became the first Republican in two decades to clinch the popular vote, although by a small margin. “It’s like the people have spoken and this is what America looks like,” said Smith, the Los Angeles-based founder of the advocacy social media agency, Get Social. “And there’s not too much more fighting that you’re going to be able to do without losing your own sanity.” After Trump was declared the winner over Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris , many politically engaged Black women said they were so dismayed by the outcome that they were reassessing — but not completely abandoning — their enthusiasm for electoral politics and movement organizing. Black women often carry much of the work of getting out the vote in their communities. They had vigorously supported the historic candidacy of Harris, who would have been the first woman of Black and South Asian descent to win the presidency. Harris' loss spurred a wave of Black women across social media resolving to prioritize themselves, before giving so much to a country that over and over has shown its indifference to their concerns. AP VoteCast , a survey of more than 120,000 voters, found that 6 in 10 Black women said the future of democracy in the United States was the single most important factor for their vote this year, a higher share than for other demographic groups. But now, with Trump set to return to office in two months, some Black women are renewing calls to emphasize rest, focus on mental health and become more selective about what fight they lend their organizing power to. “America is going to have to save herself,” said LaTosha Brown, the co-founder of the national voting rights group Black Voters Matter. She compared Black women’s presence in social justice movements as “core strategists and core organizers” to the North Star, known as the most consistent and dependable star in the galaxy because of its seemingly fixed position in the sky. People can rely on Black women to lead change, Brown said, but the next four years will look different. “That’s not a herculean task that’s for us. We don’t want that title. ... I have no goals to be a martyr for a nation that cares nothing about me,” she said. AP VoteCast paints a clear picture of Black women's concerns. Black female voters were most likely to say that democracy was the single most important factor for their vote, compared to other motivators such as high prices or abortion. More than 7 in 10 Black female voters said they were “very concerned” that electing Trump would lead the nation toward authoritarianism, while only about 2 in 10 said this about Harris. About 9 in 10 Black female voters supported Harris in 2024, according to AP VoteCast, similar to the share that backed Democrat Joe Biden in 2020. Trump received support from more than half of white voters, who made up the vast majority of his coalition in both years. Like voters overall, Black women were most likely to say the economy and jobs were the most important issues facing the country, with about one-third saying that. But they were more likely than many other groups to say that abortion and racism were the top issues, and much less likely than other groups to say immigration was the top issue. Despite those concerns, which were well-voiced by Black women throughout the campaign, increased support from young men of color and white women helped expand Trump’s lead and secured his victory. Politically engaged Black women said they don’t plan to continue positioning themselves in the vertebrae of the “backbone” of America’s democracy. The growing movement prompting Black women to withdraw is a shift from history, where they are often present and at the forefront of political and social change. One of the earliest examples is the women’s suffrage movement that led to ratification in 1920 of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution , which gave women the right to vote. Black women, however, were prevented from voting for decades afterward because of Jim Crow-era literacy tests, poll taxes and laws that blocked the grandchildren of slaves from voting. Most Black women couldn’t vote until the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Black women were among the organizers and counted among the marchers brutalized on the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Alabama, during the historic march in 1965 from Selma to Montgomery that preceded federal legislation. Decades later, Black women were prominent organizers of the Black Lives Matter movement in response to the deaths of Black Americans at the hands of police and vigilantes. In his 2024 campaign, Trump called for leveraging federal money to eliminate diversity, equity and inclusion programs in government programs and discussions of race, gender or sexual orientation in schools. His rhetoric on immigration, including false claims that Black Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio, were eating cats and dogs, drove support for his plan to deport millions of people . Tenita Taylor, a Black resident of Atlanta who supported Trump this year, said she was initially excited about Harris’ candidacy. But after thinking about how high her grocery bills have been, she feels that voting for Trump in hopes of finally getting lower prices was a form of self-prioritization. “People say, ‘Well, that’s selfish, it was gonna be better for the greater good,''' she said. “I’m a mother of five kids. ... The things that (Democrats) do either affect the rich or the poor.” Some of Trump’s plans affect people in Olivia Gordon’s immediate community, which is why she struggled to get behind the “Black women rest” wave. Gordon, a New York-based lawyer who supported the Party for Socialism and Liberation’s presidential nominee, Claudia de la Cruz, worries about who may be left behind if the 92% of Black women voters who backed Harris simply stopped advocating. “We’re talking millions of Black women here. If millions of Black women take a step back, it absolutely leaves holes, but for other Black women,” she said. “I think we sometimes are in the bubble of if it’s not in your immediate circle, maybe it doesn’t apply to you. And I truly implore people to understand that it does.” Nicole Lewis, an Alabama-based therapist who specializes in treating Black women’s stress, said she’s aware that Black women withdrawing from social impact movements could have a fallout. But she also hopes that it forces a reckoning for the nation to understand the consequences of not standing in solidarity with Black women. “It could impact things negatively because there isn’t that voice from the most empathetic group,” she said. “I also think it’s going to give other groups an opportunity to step up. ... My hope is that they do show up for themselves and everyone else.” Brown said a reckoning might be exactly what the country needs, but it’s a reckoning for everyone else. Black women, she said, did their job when they supported Harris in droves in hopes they could thwart the massive changes expected under Trump. “This ain’t our reckoning,” she said. “I don’t feel no guilt.” ____ AP polling editor Amelia Thomson DeVeaux and Associated Press writer Linley Sanders in Washington contributed to this report.Chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen returns to a tournament after a dispute over jeans is resolved NEW YORK (AP) — Top ranked chess player Magnus Carlsen is headed back to the World Blitz Championship on Monday. That's after its governing body agreed to loosen a dress code that got him fined and denied a late-round game in another tournament for refusing to change out of jeans. The International Chess Federation president said in a statement Sunday that he’d let World Blitz Championship tournament officials consider allowing “appropriate jeans” with a jacket, as well as other "minor deviations” from the dress code. Carlsen quit the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships on Friday. He said Sunday he would play — and wear jeans — in the World Blitz Championship. 'Sonic 3' and 'Mufasa' battle for No. 1 at the holiday box office Two family films are dominating the holiday box office, with “Sonic the Hedgehog 3” winning the three-day weekend over “Mufasa” by a blue hair. According to studio estimates Sunday, the Sonic movie earned $38 million, while “Mufasa” brought in $37.1 million from theaters in the U.S. and Canada. The R-rated horror “Nosferatu” placed third with an unexpectedly strong $21.2 million. Thanksgiving release holdovers “Wicked” and “Moana 2” rounded out the top five. Christmas Day had several big film openings, including the Bob Dylan biopic “A Complete Unknown,” the Nicole Kidman erotic drama “Babygirl” and the boxing drama “The Fire Inside.” Charles Shyer, ‘Father of the Bride’ and ‘Baby Boom’ filmmaker, dies at 83 An Oscar-nominated writer and filmmaker known for classic comedies like “Private Benjamin,” “Baby Boom” and “Father of the Bride," Charles Shyer has died. He was 83. On Sunday his daughter Hallie Meyers-Shyer told The Associated Press that he died Friday in Los Angeles. No cause was disclosed. Born in Los Angeles in 1941 to a filmmaker father, Shyer's big breakthrough came with co-writing “Private Benjamin” for which he and Nancy Meyers received an Oscar nomination. He and Nancy Meyers were frequent collaborators through their nearly 20-year marriage, including on the remake of “The Parent Trap," starring Lindsay Lohan. LeBron James at 40: A milestone birthday arrives Monday for the NBA's all-time scoring leader When LeBron James broke another NBA record earlier this month, the one for most regular-season minutes played in a career, his Los Angeles Lakers teammates handled the moment in typical locker room fashion. They made fun of him. Dubbed The Kid from Akron, with a limitless future, James is now the 40-year-old from Los Angeles with wisps of gray in his beard, his milestone birthday coming Monday, one that will make him the first player in NBA history to play in his teens, 20s, 30s and 40s. He has stood and excelled in the spotlight his entire career. Belgium will ban sales of disposable e-cigarettes in a first for the EU BRUSSELS (AP) — Belgium will ban the sale of disposable electronic cigarettes as of Jan. 1 on health and environmental grounds in a groundbreaking move for European Union nations. Health minister Frank Vandenbroucke tells The Associated Press that the inexpensive e-cigarettes have turned into a health threat since they are an easy way for teenagers to be drawn into smoking and get hooked on nicotine. Australia outlawed the sale of “vapes” outside pharmacies earlier this year in some of the world’s toughest restrictions on electronic cigarettes. Now Belgium is leading the EU drive. Belgium's minister wants tougher tobacco measures in the 27-nation bloc. Charles Dolan, HBO and Cablevision founder, dies at 98 Charles F. Dolan, who founded some of the most prominent U.S. media companies including Home Box Office Inc. and Cablevision Systems Corp., has died at age 98. Newsday reports that a statement issued Saturday by his family says Dolan died of natural causes. Dolan’s legacy in cable broadcasting includes founding HBO in 1972, Cablevision in 1973 and the American Movie Classics television station in 1984. He also launched News 12 in New York City, the first U.S. 24-hour cable channel for local news. Dolan also held controlling stakes in companies that owned Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, the New York Knicks and the New York Rangers. Snoop's game: Snoop Dogg thrills the crowd in the bowl that bears his name TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Miami of Ohio beat Colorado State in the Arizona Bowl, but Snoop Dogg was the main attraction. The Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl presented by Gin & Juice by Dre and Snoop was much a spectacle as a football game. Snoop Dogg seemed to be everywhere all at once, from a pregame tailgate to the postgame trophy presentation. Snoop Dog donned a headset on Colorado State's sideline, spent some time in the broadcast and even led both marching bands as conductor during their halftime performance. 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Victor Wembanyama plays 1-on-1 chess with fans in New York Victor Wembanyama went to a park in New York City and played 1-on-1 with fans on Saturday. He even lost a couple of games. Not in basketball, though. Wemby was playing chess. Before the San Antonio Spurs left New York for a flight to Minnesota, Wembanyama put out the call on social media: “Who wants to meet me at the SW corner of Washington Square park to play chess? Im there,” Wembanyama wrote. It was 9:36 a.m. And people began showing up almost immediately. Norwegian chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen quits a tournament in a dispute over jeans NEW YORK (AP) — The International Chess Federation says top ranked player Magnus Carlsen has left the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships after refusing to change out of the jeans he wore to the competition. The federation said Friday that its regulations include a dress code that bars participants from wearing jeans at the event. 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Goldman Sachs BDC, Inc. (GSBD) to Issue Quarterly Dividend of $0.45 on January 27thBARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Barcelona lost at home for the first time this season when the Liga leader was stunned by Las Palmas 2-1 on Saturday. Sandro Ramirez and Fábio Silva scored for the Canary Islands club on either side of Raphinha’s equalizer to give Las Palmas its first win at Barcelona in more than 50 years. Barcelona played superbly in the first three months under new coach Hansi Flick and was flying high after convincing victories over Real Madrid in the domestic competition and Bayern Munich in the Champions League. It had won all eight of its home games. But it has gone three rounds of La Liga without a win. Before Las Palmas, it fell at Real Sociedad 1-0 and drew at Celta Vigo 2-2 after squandering a two-goal lead in the final minutes. The dropped points mean Madrid, despite its own troubles , especially in the Champions League, can move ahead of Barcelona in La Liga. It trails Barcelona by four points with two games in hand. “I don’t care about scoring, I care about winning,” Raphinha said after his standout performance was unable to end Barcelona's slump. “We have to take a hard look at what we are doing wrong. We have slipped in our form and are letting games get away form us. We have our next game on Tuesday (at Mallorca), and we need to turn this around so we can win the league.” Atletico Madrid was only two points behind Barcelona in second place — and with the same number of games played — after Antoine Griezmann scored a gem of a goal in a 5-0 demolition of last-placed Valladolid. History for Las Palmas Las Palmas savored its first victory at Barcelona since the 1971-72 season and just its third victory at the Catalan club overall. The other visits by the modest side that wears all yellow uniforms to Barcelona have ended in 34 defeats and three draws. “We are thrilled because we have made history,” Sandro said. “When you start the season you think that these games are usually going to end in wins for the bigger side, but if there is one thing we believe in is our capacity to work hard all week to get results like this.” Barcelona's Lamine Yamal returned from a right ankle injury that sidelined him for three weeks. Yamal appeared as a halftime substitute and Jasper Cillessen saved his best shot. The Las Palmas goalkeeper also palmed a Raphinha free kick over his bar in the final minutes. Sandro, a former Barcelona youth player, capped a fine five-pass buildup by Las Palmas from its own box as it masterfully undid Barcelona’s high pressure in the 49th minute. Raphinha had already hit the crossbar in the first half before he equalized in the 61st. The Brazil forward took a short pass from Pedri just outside the area, skirted across the edge and drilled a shot between two defenders. But Barcelona was caught pushing forward for a second goal when Silva controlled a ball from Javi Muñoz and sent in a shot bouncing past Iñaki Peña in the 67th. The unexpected loss dampened Barcelona’s celebration of its 125th anniversary, which included the debut of its new mascot “Cat,” a large, yellow feline wearing its team kit. Balde carried off Barcelona lost left back Alejandro Balde early in the game when he couldn’t continue after he crashed into Sandro at full speed. Balde appeared to hurt his upper chest or neck area when he ran into Sandro’s shoulder. He was carried off on a stretcher and replaced by Gerard Martín. Griezmann applauded Griezmann scored one of the goals of the season when the forward exchanged a quick one-two with Julián Alvarez and used a sleek touch of the inside of his boot to roll the ball with him as he spun before dinking it over the Valladolid goalkeeper. That was the visitor's fourth goal. Shortly after, Valladolid fans stood up and applauded when Griezmann was substituted. “That is what every players wants, to make people enjoy what we do. So I appreciate their warmth,” Griezmann said. Atletico also got goals from Alvarez, Clement Lenglet, Rodrigo de Paul, and Alexander Sorloth. Espanyol ends losing streak Espanyol beat Celta 3-1 to end a streak of four losses in the league and relieve pressure on coach Manolo González. Alaves also drew with Leganes 1-1 at home. ___ AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccer Joseph Wilson, The Associated Press

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CANADA is deploying one of its largest trade delegations to the Philippines next month, to be led by its Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development Mary Ng. “This is not a typical trade mission. This is a very powerhouse delegation,” Guy Boileau, counsellor and senior trade commissioner of the Canadian Embassy in Manila said in a press conference Thursday. The Team Canada Trade Mission (TCTM) will be on its last leg of the Indo-Pacific tour next week. They will go to Jakarta first on December and then proceed Manila on December 4 for a three-day visit. The trade delegation includes Alberta’s Minister of Jobs, Economy and Trade Matt Jones. Around 20 industry associations such as Business Council of Canada composed of chief executive officers as members, and the Canada-Asean Business Council. Boileau said Canadian small and medium enterprises as well as large companies from agricultural, clean technology, infrastructure development, information technology, defense, aerospace and education sectors will join the delegation. The delegates will get a chance to network with Filipino business leaders, attend business matching sessions, conduct on-site visits to companies, and attend meetings with industry players and conglomerates. The last time Canada sent such a large delegation to Manila was in 1997, during the visit of then Prime Minister Jean Chrétien. Boileau said there has been an increasing interest lately among Canadian business owners in investing in the Philippines. He said this is because the Philippines has made significant reforms in the past few years. These include the amended Public Service Act that allows foreigners to have 100 percent ownership in key sectors such as telecommunications, airlines, and railway. Canadian investors in renewable energy also welcomed the liberalization of the renewable energy sector, the recently signed CREATE MORE that clarified some taxation issues, the Public Private Partnership Code, and the recently amended government procurement law. “Those are all very positive signals to international investors, to exports including those in Canada. “These investors are looking for a stable and predictable business environment. And what we have seen over the past few years is that the Philippines is indeed going in that direction,” Boileau said. One of those who have expressed active interest to invest in the Philippines are institutional investors that are “actively looking for viable projects, particularly in the green space.” Canada is also “very strong” in setting up smart cities and would like to work with the Philippine government or key conglomerates in solving the traffic woes in Metro Manila, Cebu City and other metropolis.Mr. Cooper Group Inc. (NASDAQ:COOP) Shares Sold by Swiss National Bank

COPT Defense Properties Announces Quarterly Dividend of $0.30 (NYSE:CDP)San Juan, November 24: Gunmen opened fire early Sunday at a bar in southeast Mexico, killing six people and injuring at least five others, according to local media reports. The shooting took place in the coastal province of Tabasco, which is struggling with a recent increase in violence. Public Safety Secretary Omar García Harfuch said on X that the shooting happened in Villahermosa and that federal authorities are working with local officials to help solve the crime. Mexico Shooting: 10 Killed, 7 Injured After Gunmen Open Fire at Local Bar in Queretaro, 1 Arrested. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1560419204258-2'); }); Brutal ataque armado en un icónico bar en #Villahermosa , #Tabasco (México)🇲🇽 La madrugada de este domingo, un grupo armado irrumpió en el local dejando por lo menos seis muertos y dos heridos. pic.twitter.com/QWZAqANbTG — Radio Récord 106.5 fm (@record1065) November 24, 2024 "Villahermosa" es TENDENCIA por el brutal ataque armado en "Antro Dbar", un icónico bar en #Villahermosa , Tabasco. La madrugada de este domingo, un grupo armado irrumpió en el local dejando por lo menos seis muertos y dos heridos. pic.twitter.com/rXyFfBc5lH — ¿Por qué es TENDENCIA México? (@tendenciamexic) November 24, 2024 No arrests were reported, and it wasn't immediately clear what prompted the shooting. Videos posted on social media show people fleeing the bar while some survivors stayed with the victims as police arrived. Sunday's attack was the latest violent incident to occur as a new president inherits a whirlwind of violence. North Carolina Shooting: US Police Issues Alert After Unidentified Shooter Targets Cars on I-40 in Wake County. Earlier this month, gunmen opened fire in a bar in central Mexico killing 10 people and injuring 13. The attack took place in the historic city centre of Querétaro in a region that until recently had long been spared the violence seen in neighbouring states like Guerrero. (This is an unedited and auto-generated story from Syndicated News feed, LatestLY Staff may not have modified or edited the content body)

Syria's De Facto Leader Wants To Maintain 'Respectful' Ties With Iran, RussiaCyclone Fengal landfall: Steady rains lashed Chennai and its neighbouring districts, affecting road, rail, and air travel. Authorities moved people from vulnerable areas to safer locations as a precaution. By Saturday evening, rainfall in many areas became intermittent and subsided by night. New Delhi: Cyclone Fengal made landfall near Puducherry on Saturday, bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds to northern Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. The adverse weather conditions disrupted transportation and inundated various parts of Chennai, though officials reported no major damage immediately following the storm. Steady rains lashed Chennai and its neighbouring districts, affecting road, rail, and air travel. Authorities moved people from vulnerable areas to safer locations as a precaution. By Saturday evening, rainfall in many areas became intermittent and subsided by night. Cyclone’s impact not as severe as anticipated Tamil Nadu Revenue and Disaster Management Minister KKSSR Ramachandran stated that the cyclone’s impact was not as severe as anticipated. However, rain-related incidents led to three fatalities in Chennai due to electrocution. Further assessments of the damage are expected by Sunday. Chennai airport operations were suspended until 4am on Sunday due to waterlogging on two runways and a taxiway. The disruption led to the cancellation of 55 flights and the diversion of 19 others, including international services. Officials estimate that over 10,000 passengers were affected by the cancellations and delays. Public transport in the city also took a hit, with six of 22 subways temporarily closed due to waterlogging. Efforts to clear stagnation are underway, with disaster relief teams actively working in affected areas. Heavy rains caused waterlogging in two government hospitals in Chromepet, creating difficulties for patients and staff. Local authorities deployed sandbags and initiated measures to address the situation, according to a PTI report. Over 200 people in relief camps Despite the rains, essential services like milk distribution and sanitation operations continued. Electricity supply, disrupted in many areas, is being gradually restored. Chief Minister MK Stalin and deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin conducted reviews and inspections in the affected areas. In Chennai, nearly 200 people were housed in relief camps, while the Greater Chennai Corporation distributed food to over 2.3 lakh people. Amma Canteens provided free meals at all 386 locations, and 1,700 motor pumps were deployed to tackle waterlogging at 334 spots. In Puducherry, authorities reported no significant damage and had earlier issued SMS alerts to 12 lakh residents, advising caution. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) confirmed that the landfall process began at 5.30pm on Saturday and was expected to complete by midnight. Health Minister Ma Subramanian announced plans for 500 medical camps across districts, including Chennai, Chengelpet, and Cuddalore, to address health concerns in the aftermath of the storm. Click for more latest India news . Also get top headlines and latest news from India and around the world at News9. Prabhakar Jha is currently working as Chief Copy Editor at News9 Digital. He has over eight years of experience in this field. He has a keen interest in politics and world affairs.

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panalo999 vip Suchir Balaji, a former OpenAI engineer and whistleblower who helped train the artificial intelligence systems behind ChatGPT and later said he believed those practices violated copyright law, has died, according to his parents and San Francisco officials. He was 26. Balaji worked at OpenAI for nearly four years before quitting in August. He was well-regarded by colleagues at the San Francisco company, where a co-founder this week called him one of OpenAI's strongest contributors who was essential to developing some of its products. “We are devastated to learn of this incredibly sad news and our hearts go out to Suchir’s loved ones during this difficult time,” said a statement from OpenAI. Balaji was found dead in his San Francisco apartment on Nov. 26 in what police said “appeared to be a suicide. No evidence of foul play was found during the initial investigation.” The city's chief medical examiner's office confirmed the manner of death to be suicide. His parents Poornima Ramarao and Balaji Ramamurthy said they are still seeking answers, describing their son as a “happy, smart and brave young man” who loved to hike and recently returned from a trip with friends. Balaji grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area and first arrived at the fledgling AI research lab for a 2018 summer internship while studying computer science at the University of California, Berkeley. He returned a few years later to work at OpenAI, where one of his first projects, called WebGPT, helped pave the way for ChatGPT. “Suchir’s contributions to this project were essential, and it wouldn’t have succeeded without him,” said OpenAI co-founder John Schulman in a social media post memorializing Balaji. Schulman, who recruited Balaji to his team, said what made him such an exceptional engineer and scientist was his attention to detail and ability to notice subtle bugs or logical errors. “He had a knack for finding simple solutions and writing elegant code that worked,” Schulman wrote. “He’d think through the details of things carefully and rigorously.” Balaji later shifted to organizing the huge datasets of online writings and other media used to train GPT-4, the fourth generation of OpenAI's flagship large language model and a basis for the company's famous chatbot. It was that work that eventually caused Balaji to question the technology he helped build, especially after newspapers, novelists and others began suing OpenAI and other AI companies for copyright infringement. He first raised his concerns with The New York Times, which reported them in an October profile of Balaji . He later told The Associated Press he would “try to testify” in the strongest copyright infringement cases and considered a lawsuit brought by The New York Times last year to be the “most serious.” Times lawyers named him in a Nov. 18 court filing as someone who might have “unique and relevant documents” supporting allegations of OpenAI's willful copyright infringement. His records were also sought by lawyers in a separate case brought by book authors including the comedian Sarah Silverman, according to a court filing. “It doesn’t feel right to be training on people’s data and then competing with them in the marketplace,” Balaji told the AP in late October. “I don’t think you should be able to do that. I don’t think you are able to do that legally.” He told the AP that he gradually grew more disillusioned with OpenAI, especially after the internal turmoil that led its board of directors to fire and then rehire CEO Sam Altman last year. Balaji said he was broadly concerned about how its commercial products were rolling out, including their propensity for spouting false information known as hallucinations. But of the “bag of issues” he was concerned about, he said he was focusing on copyright as the one it was “actually possible to do something about.” He acknowledged that it was an unpopular opinion within the AI research community, which is accustomed to pulling data from the internet, but said “they will have to change and it’s a matter of time.” He had not been deposed and it’s unclear to what extent his revelations will be admitted as evidence in any legal cases after his death. He also published a personal blog post with his opinions about the topic. Schulman, who resigned from OpenAI in August, said he and Balaji coincidentally left on the same day and celebrated with fellow colleagues that night with dinner and drinks at a San Francisco bar. Another of Balaji’s mentors, co-founder and chief scientist Ilya Sutskever, had left OpenAI several months earlier , which Balaji saw as another impetus to leave. Schulman said Balaji had told him earlier this year of his plans to leave OpenAI and that Balaji didn't think that better-than-human AI known as artificial general intelligence “was right around the corner, like the rest of the company seemed to believe.” The younger engineer expressed interest in getting a doctorate and exploring “some more off-the-beaten path ideas about how to build intelligence,” Schulman said. Balaji's family said a memorial is being planned for later this month at the India Community Center in Milpitas, California, not far from his hometown of Cupertino. —————- EDITOR’S NOTE — This story includes discussion of suicide. 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NEW YORK (AP) — A gunman killed UnitedHealthcare’s CEO on Wednesday in a “brazen, targeted attack” outside a Manhattan hotel where the health insurer was holding its investor conference, police said, setting off a massive search for the fleeing assailant hours before the annual Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting nearby. Brian Thompson, 50, was shot around 6:45 a.m. as he walked alone to the New York Hilton Midtown from a nearby hotel, police said. The shooter appeared to be “lying in wait for several minutes” before approaching Thompson from behind and opening fire , New York City Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said. Police had not yet established a motive. “Many people passed the suspect, but he appeared to wait for his intended target,” Tisch said, adding that the shooting "does not appear to be a random act of violence.” Surveillance video reviewed by investigators shows someone emerging from behind a parked car, pointing a gun at Thompson’s back, then firing multiple times from several feet away. The gunman continues firing, interrupted by a brief gun jam, as Thompson stumbles forward and falls to the sidewalk. He then walks past Thompson and out of the frame. “From watching the video, it does seem that he’s proficient in the use of firearms as he was able to clear the malfunctions pretty quickly,” NYPD Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny said. Thompson was shot at least once in the back and once in the calf, Tisch said. The shooter, who wore a jacket, face mask and large backpack, fled through Midtown on foot before pedaling an e-bike into Central Park a few blocks away, police said. The assailant remained at large Wednesday afternoon, sparking a search that included police drones, helicopters and dogs. “Brian was a highly respected colleague and friend to all who worked with him,” the insurer’s Minnetonka, Minnesota-based parent company, UnitedHealth Group Inc., said in a statement. "We are working closely with the New York Police Department and ask for your patience and understanding during this difficult time.” Police issued a poster showing a surveillance image of the man pointing what appeared to be a gun and another image that appeared to show the same person on a bicycle. Minutes before the shooting, he stopped at a nearby Starbucks, according to additional surveillance photos released by police on Wednesday afternoon. They offered a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to an arrest and conviction. Thompson’s wife, Paulette Thompson, told NBC News that he told her “there were some people that had been threatening him.” She didn’t have details but suggested the threats may have involved issues with insurance coverage. Eric Werner, the police chief in the Minneapolis suburb where Thompson lived, said his department had not received any reports of threats against the executive. The killing shook a part of New York City that's normally quiet at that hour, happening about four blocks from where tens of thousands of people were set to gather for Wednesday night’s tree lighting. Police promised extra security for the event. The hotel is also a short walk from other tourist sites, including the Museum of Modern Art and Radio City Music Hall, and is often dense with office workers and visitors on weekday mornings. Many security cameras are nearby. “We’re encouraging New Yorkers to go about their daily lives and their daily business but to be alert,” NYPD Chief of Department Jeffrey Maddrey said. Investigators recovered several 9 mm shell casings from outside the hotel and a cellphone from the alleyway through which the shooter fled. They were also searching Thompson's hotel room, interviewing his UnitedHealthcare colleagues and reviewing his social media, Kenny said. Police said the e-bike that the shooter used to ride into Central Park came from the city’s bike-share program, CitiBike. A spokesperson for Lyft, which operates the program, said police had not yet contacted the company. Health care giant UnitedHealth Group was holding its annual meeting with investors to update Wall Street on the company's direction and expectations for the coming year. The company ended the conference early in the wake of Thompson's death. “I’m afraid that we — some of you may know we’re dealing with a very serious medical situation with one of our team members,” a company official told attendees, according to a transcript. “And as a result, I’m afraid we’re going to have to bring to a close the event today. ... I’m sure you’ll understand.” Thompson, a father of two sons, had been with the company since 2004 and served as CEO for more than three years. UnitedHealthcare is the largest provider of Medicare Advantage plans in the U.S. and manages health insurance coverage for employers and state-and federally funded Medicaid programs. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz posted on the social platform X that the state is “sending our prayers to Brian’s family and the UnitedHealthcare team.” “This is horrifying news and a terrible loss for the business and health care community in Minnesota,” the Democrat wrote. ___ Associated Press writers Tom Murphy in Indianapolis, Steve Karnowski in St. Paul, Minnesota, and Anthony Izaguirre in Albany, New York, contributed to this story. Jake Offenhartz, Karen Matthews And Michael R. Sisak, The Associated PressI'm a working mother with two messy toddlers, a constantly shedding dog and a husband who sometimes tracks in dirt. And I like to have a clean house. My Dyson V15 cordless vacuum cleaner helps me clean up life's messes faster, better and more conveniently than before -- and just as important, helps me keep a sane household. Some commenters on Reddit seem to think you shouldn't buy a practical gift like a vacuum cleaner for your loved one. I disagree. 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Today, you can get the Dyson V15 for $545 Check back here frequently as we continue rounding up the best lingering Cyber Monday deals available right now.NEW YORK (AP) — A gunman killed UnitedHealthcare’s CEO on Wednesday in a “brazen, targeted attack” outside a Manhattan hotel where the health insurer was holding its investor conference, police said, setting off a massive search for the fleeing assailant hours before the annual Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting nearby. Brian Thompson, 50, was shot around 6:45 a.m. as he walked alone to the New York Hilton Midtown from a nearby hotel, police said. The shooter appeared to be “lying in wait for several minutes” before approaching Thompson from behind and opening fire , New York City Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said. Police had not yet established a motive. “Many people passed the suspect, but he appeared to wait for his intended target,” Tisch said, adding that the shooting "does not appear to be a random act of violence.” Surveillance video reviewed by investigators shows someone emerging from behind a parked car, pointing a gun at Thompson’s back, then firing multiple times from several feet away. The gunman continues firing, interrupted by a brief gun jam, as Thompson stumbles forward and falls to the sidewalk. He then walks past Thompson and out of the frame. “From watching the video, it does seem that he’s proficient in the use of firearms as he was able to clear the malfunctions pretty quickly,” NYPD Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny said. Thompson was shot at least once in the back and once in the calf, Tisch said. The shooter, who wore a jacket, face mask and large backpack, fled through Midtown on foot before pedaling an e-bike into Central Park a few blocks away, police said. The assailant remained at large Wednesday afternoon, sparking a search that included police drones, helicopters and dogs. “Brian was a highly respected colleague and friend to all who worked with him,” the insurer’s Minnetonka, Minnesota-based parent company, UnitedHealth Group Inc., said in a statement. "We are working closely with the New York Police Department and ask for your patience and understanding during this difficult time.” Police issued a poster showing a surveillance image of the man pointing what appeared to be a gun and another image that appeared to show the same person on a bicycle. Minutes before the shooting, he stopped at a nearby Starbucks, according to additional surveillance photos released by police on Wednesday afternoon. They offered a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to an arrest and conviction. Thompson’s wife, Paulette Thompson, told NBC News that he told her “there were some people that had been threatening him.” She didn’t have details but suggested the threats may have involved issues with insurance coverage. Eric Werner, the police chief in the Minneapolis suburb where Thompson lived, said his department had not received any reports of threats against the executive. The killing shook a part of New York City that's normally quiet at that hour, happening about four blocks from where tens of thousands of people were set to gather for Wednesday night’s tree lighting. Police promised extra security for the event. The hotel is also a short walk from other tourist sites, including the Museum of Modern Art and Radio City Music Hall, and is often dense with office workers and visitors on weekday mornings. Many security cameras are nearby. “We’re encouraging New Yorkers to go about their daily lives and their daily business but to be alert,” NYPD Chief of Department Jeffrey Maddrey said. Investigators recovered several 9 mm shell casings from outside the hotel and a cellphone from the alleyway through which the shooter fled. They were also searching Thompson's hotel room, interviewing his UnitedHealthcare colleagues and reviewing his social media, Kenny said. Police said the e-bike that the shooter used to ride into Central Park came from the city’s bike-share program, CitiBike. A spokesperson for Lyft, which operates the program, said police had not yet contacted the company. Health care giant UnitedHealth Group was holding its annual meeting with investors to update Wall Street on the company's direction and expectations for the coming year. The company ended the conference early in the wake of Thompson's death. “I’m afraid that we — some of you may know we’re dealing with a very serious medical situation with one of our team members,” a company official told attendees, according to a transcript. “And as a result, I’m afraid we’re going to have to bring to a close the event today. ... I’m sure you’ll understand.” Thompson, a father of two sons, had been with the company since 2004 and served as CEO for more than three years. UnitedHealthcare is the largest provider of Medicare Advantage plans in the U.S. and manages health insurance coverage for employers and state-and federally funded Medicaid programs. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz posted on the social platform X that the state is “sending our prayers to Brian’s family and the UnitedHealthcare team.” “This is horrifying news and a terrible loss for the business and health care community in Minnesota,” the Democrat wrote. ___ Associated Press writers Tom Murphy in Indianapolis, Steve Karnowski in St. Paul, Minnesota, and Anthony Izaguirre in Albany, New York, contributed to this story. Jake Offenhartz, Karen Matthews And Michael R. Sisak, The Associated Press

Wall Street stocks finished a lackluster week on a muted note Friday as concerns about rising Treasury bond yields competed with enthusiasm over artificial intelligence equities. Of the major indices, only the Nasdaq mustered a gain in Friday's session. The tech-rich index was also the only of the three leading US benchmarks to conclude the week higher. "Equities are kind of treading water," said LBBW's Karl Haeling. "A negative influence to some extent is the rise in bond yields." The latest US consumer price index data released this week showed prices ticked higher in November and the wholesale data also showed stubborn inflationary pressures. "Yields rose to their highest levels in over two weeks as markets brace for the Federal Reserve's final meeting of the year, reflecting concerns over sticky inflation," said Chris Beauchamp, chief market analyst at online trading platform IG. There is also growing concern over the inflationary pressures from President-elect Donald Trump's pledges to cut taxes and impose tariffs, as inflation still stands above the Fed's target. "While the markets still anticipate a rate cut from the Federal Reserve next week, the likelihood of a move in January has dropped," said Patrick Munnelly, partner at broker Tickmill Group. The CME FedWatch tool shows the market sees a more than 75 percent chance that the Fed will hold rates steady in January. In Europe, the Paris CAC 40 index ended the day down 0.2 percent after French President Emmanuel Macron named his centrist ally Francois Bayrou as prime minister, ending days of deadlock over finding a replacement for Michel Barnier. Frankfurt also dipped, with Germany's central bank sharply downgrading its growth forecasts on Friday for 2025 and 2026. It predicted a prolonged period of weakness for Europe's biggest economy. London stocks were also lower after official data showed that the UK economy unexpectedly shrank for the second consecutive month in October. The euro recovered after flirting with two-year lows against the dollar following a warning Thursday by ECB president Christine Lagarde that the eurozone economy was "losing momentum", cautioning that "the risk of greater friction in global trade could weigh on euro area growth". In Asia, Hong Kong and Shanghai both tumbled as investors were unimpressed with Beijing's pledge to introduce measures aimed at "lifting consumption vigorously" as part of a drive to reignite growth in the world's number two economy. President Xi Jinping and other key leaders said at the annual Central Economic Work Conference they would implement a "moderately loose" monetary policy, increase social financing and reducing interest rates "at the right time". The gathering came after Beijing in September began unveiling a raft of policies to reverse a growth slump that has gripped the economy for almost two years. "We're still not convinced that policy support will prevent the economy from slowing further next year", said Julian Evans-Pritchard, head of China economics at research group Capital Economics. Among individual equities, chip company Broadcom surged nearly 25 percent after reporting a 51 percent jump in quarterly revenues to $14.1 billion behind massive growth in AI-linked business. New York - Dow: DOWN 0.2 percent at 43,828.06 (close) New York - S&P 500: FLAT at 6,051.09 (close) New York - Nasdaq Composite: UP 0.1 percent at 19,926.72 (close) London - FTSE 100: DOWN 0.1 percent at 8,300.33 (close) Paris - CAC 40: DOWN 0.2 percent at 7,409.57 (close) Frankfurt - DAX: DOWN 0.1 percent at 20,405.92 (close) Tokyo - Nikkei 225: DOWN 1.0 percent at 39,470.44 (close) Hong Kong - Hang Seng Index: DOWN 2.1 percent at 19,971.24 (close) Shanghai - Composite: DOWN 2.0 percent at 3,391.88 (close) Euro/dollar: UP at $1.0504 from $1.0467 on Thursday Pound/dollar: DOWN at $1.2622 from $1.2673 Dollar/yen: UP at 153.60 yen from 152.63 yen Euro/pound: UP at 83.19 pence from 82.59 pence Brent North Sea Crude: UP 1.5 percent at $74.49 per barrel West Texas Intermediate: UP 1.8 percent at $71.29 per barrel burs-jmb/stPublished 5:30 pm Tuesday, November 26, 2024 By Eric Johnson Some days, it’s best to put everything in perspective by doing absolutely nothing. I’m not going to sugarcoat things: Life has a way of adding weight when the act of living in a crazy world is heavy already. Around every corner there seems to be some stress or anxiety shadowing just about everything. There’s nothing for it. That’s life. Challenges and complications come with just about every act we are faced with through each and every day. Some days are better than others while the reverse is applicable as well. Some days are worse than others. I had a lot planned for this past weekend and was already coming off a couple weeks that weren’t — easy. There was plenty of the aforementioned stress and anxiety and as we progress through the rest of the year I’m sure there will be more that complicates matters. We won’t talk about 2025. That will likely be its own animal complete onto itself. At any rate, Saturday was filled with normal Saturday things. Laundry day mostly, but I also had plans to tear into the kitchen as we began preparing the house for Thanksgiving, but I found that as the day progressed and I had to take care of other things, it just seemed easier to hold off for a day and use Sunday morning for such a task. Therefore, I woke up Sunday with all sorts of intent to go after said kitchen, which more often than not tends to be my domain anyway. Everything received the cleaning touch, including the oven that probably just needs to be replaced, but we’ll worry about that another day. Three hours for a relatively small room seemed like a bit much, but it got taken care of nonetheless, without anything breaking which is a pretty big accomplishment. A glass or something usually becomes a victim to the greater good of a shiny kitchen, but not this year. However, by the time I was done, I realized that it might be worthwhile taking the afternoon and just slowing down. It’s something that we just don’t do that much these days. It’s said often by plenty of talking heads to do just that, but the act of hitting the off ramp and actually partaking in the task of slowing down can be more difficult than planned. Easier said than done is the phrase that is the most notable response. So I did just that. I wasn’t really committed to the entire Vikings game, but it was ample incentive to hit the couch, bury myself under a blanket and just let the distraction take over. To be honest, I don’t entirely remember a lot of the game. I dosed some, but more than most I just watched the movement on the screen with very little of note reaching my inner memory. I began thinking about the other things I had to do and almost determined that I would give up on the second half, but I took the lead of what the afternoon had already offered and remained on the couch and that’s when I was given even more incentive. If I lay on the couch at any given time and use a blanket, it is 100% that at some point (sooner rather than later) Nemi will end up between my legs. Every time I do that you can see the wheels rolling in her head as she knows what’s coming. What I didn’t expect was not long after she set up shop, then Buster decided he wanted to join the party, somehow wedging his large form into a small crook next to my hip and there the three of us lay the rest of the afternoon. The two cats were oblivious to the observations of the world and I was simply content, having achieved the goal of slowing down. It’s these moments that I cherish. Getting us out of the house from time to time, putting some headphones on and listening to music and laying unmoving on the couch with two contented cats. The world will continue to be a challenge and a lot of it will be absolutely no fun at all. Stress and anxiety will both be there, but with someone special in your life and two cats by your side, life is pretty good.

France faces political turmoil as confidence vote topples PM Barnier's govt France risks ending year without stable government or a 2025 budget French Prime Minister Michel Barnier reacts after the result of the vote on the first motion of no-confidence against the French government, tabled by the alliance of left-wing parties the "Nouveau Front Populaire" (New Popular Front - NFP), after the use by French government of the article 49.3, a special clause in the French Constitution, to push the budget bill through the National Assembly without a vote by lawmakers, at the National Assembly in Paris, France, December 4, 2024. — Reuters France is grappling with a political turmoil after opposition lawmakers brought down Prime Minister Michel Barnier's government on Wednesday by defeating it in a confidence vote in the National Assembly amid the looming crisis over concerns for the upcoming budget. Far-right and left-wing lawmakers joined forces to back a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Michel Barnier and his government, with a majority 331 votes in support of the motion. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1700472799616-0'); }); Barnier was expected to tender his resignation and that of his government to President Emmanuel Macron shortly. The hard left and far right punished Barnier for opting to use special constitutional powers to adopt part of an unpopular budget without a final vote in parliament, where it lacked majority support. The draft budget had sought 60 billion euros ($63.07 billion) in savings in a drive to shrink a gaping deficit. "This (deficit) reality will not disappear by the magic of a motion of censure," Barnier told lawmakers ahead of the vote, adding the budget deficit would come back to haunt whichever government comes next. No French government had lost a confidence vote since Georges Pompidou's in 1962. Macron ushered in the crisis by calling a snap election in June that delivered a polarised parliament. With its president diminished, France now risks ending the year without a stable government or a 2025 budget, although the constitution allows special measures that would avert a US-style government shutdown. France's political turmoil will further weaken a European Union already reeling from the implosion of Germany's coalition government, and weeks before US President-elect Donald Trump returns to the White House. "We have arrived at the moment of truth," far-right National Rally leader Marine Le Pen said, adding that Barnier's austerity budget plans had been dangerous and unfair and would have meant chaos for France. The hard left France Unbowed (LFI) party demanded Macron's resignation. "With the no-confidence motion, all of the politics of Emmanuel Macron have been defeated and we demand that he goes," said LFI member Mathilde Panot. No easy exit from French political crisis France now faces a period of deep political uncertainty that is already unnerving investors in French sovereign bonds and stocks. Earlier this week, France's borrowing costs briefly exceeded those of Greece, generally considered far more risky. Macron must now make a choice. Three sources told Reuters that Macron aimed to install a new prime minister swiftly, with one saying he wanted to name a premier before a ceremony to reopen the Notre-Dame Cathedral on Saturday, which Trump is due to attend. Any new prime minister would face the same challenges as Barnier in getting bills, including the 2025 budget, adopted by a divided parliament. There can be no new parliamentary election before July. Macron could alternatively ask Barnier and his ministers to stay on in a caretaker capacity while he takes time to identify a prime minister able to attract sufficient cross-party support to pass legislation. A caretaker government could either propose emergency legislation to roll the tax-and-spend provisions in the 2024 budget into next year, or invoke special powers to pass the draft 2025 budget by decree - though jurists say this is a legal grey area and the political cost would be huge. Macron's opponents also could vote down one prime minister after the next. His rivals say the only meaningful way to end the protracted political crisis is for him to resign, something he has hitherto shown little inclination to do. Economic pain The upheaval is not without risk for Le Pen, who has for years sought to convince voters that her party offers a stable government in waiting. "The French will harshly judge the choice you are going to make," Laurent Wauquiez, a lawmaker from the conservative Les Republicains party who backs Macron, told Le Pen in parliament. Since Macron called the summer snap election, France's CAC 40 benchmark stock market index has dropped nearly 10% and is the heaviest loser among top EU economies. The euro single currency is down nearly 4%. "The positive signals ... that were seen over the summer, partly due to the Olympics, are now a thing of the past," Hamburg Commercial Bank economist Tariq Kamal Chaudhry said. Barnier's draft budget had sought to cut the fiscal deficit from a projected 6% of national output this year to 5% in 2025. Voting down his government would be catastrophic for state finances, he said. Le Pen shrugged off the warning. She said her party would support any eventual emergency law that rolls over the 2024 budget's tax-and-spend provisions into next year to ensure there is stopgap financing.

How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 12/4/2024Conte’s last public act as Spurs head coach after a 3-3 draw at St Mary’s in 2023 was to launch a furious tirade against his own “selfish” players who he claimed “don’t want to play under pressure” before he seemed to turn on the board as he questioned the club’s ongoing trophy drought. Eight days later Conte had left Tottenham by mutual consent after a whirlwind 16-month period, with Postecoglou his eventual permanent successor. Postecoglou has been in charge of the Premier League club for two months longer than the Italian, but managed 12 fewer matches and is currently in the middle of an injury crisis which has resulted in a drop in form, with Spurs only able to claim one victory from their last eight fixtures. However, when Postecoglou was asked if he would jump ship in the wake of making remarks like Conte did in March, 2023, he said: “Look, I don’t think it’s fair to comment. “Antonio is a world-class manager and has his own way of doing things, his own reasons for doing that. “I am here, I am in for the fight. I am in a fight, for sure. For better or worse I am not going anywhere at the moment because everything is still in my power and my responsibility. “I still have a real desire to get us through this stage so that people see what is on the other side. My resolve and determination hasn’t wavered one little bit. “I love a fight, I love a scrap, I love being in the middle of a storm when everyone doubts because I know what it is on the other side if you get through it. My job is to get through it.” Postecoglou was Celtic boss when Conte’s extraordinary 10-minute press conference made waves around the world, but acknowledged being aware of his predecessors’ comments and attempted to explain the psyche behind why a manager would make such a move. “I was on Planet Earth at that time, and yes I was well aware of it,” Postecoglou smiled. “I think you know when a manager gets to that point that there’s obviously some underlying issues. “I think most of the time when managers do that they’re trying to get a reaction, trying to get some sort of impact on the team. “In difficult moments, what you want from your leaders is action rather than inaction of just letting things drift along. He did it to try and get a positive impact on the group, one way or another. We’ve all been in that situation as a manager where you feel this is time to send a message.” Postecoglou sent out his own message on Thursday after a 1-1 draw away to Rangers when he insisted Timo Werner’s display “wasn’t acceptable” at Ibrox. Werner was replaced at half-time following an error-strewn performance, but was not alone in being below-par in Glasgow. A day later Postecoglou explained how with Spurs missing several key first-teamers, the onus is on their fit senior players to deliver a level of application and commitment – and admitted Werner will be required at St Mary’s on Sunday. “I’ve got no choice. Who else am I going to play? I’m pulling kids out of school, I literally am,” Postecoglou mentioned in reference to 16-year-old duo Malachi Hardy and Luca Williams-Barnett, who have recently made the bench. “That was the reasoning for me pointing it out last night. We need Timo. We need all of them. “In normal times if you have a poor game, there’s a price to pay. It doesn’t exist right now. We need everybody we’ve got.”What to know about Pam Bondi, Trump’s new attorney general pick

NoneThe Pennsylvania Institute of Technology in Media announced the gift last week of nearly $4 million from The Walter R. Garrison Foundation, the largest capital gift in the school’s history. This contribution will enhance the college’s educational facilities and further its mission to provide outstanding learning experiences in alignment with Walter R. Garrison’s legacy of dedication to education and innovation, officials said in a press release. The funds will be utilized through two major initiatives first establishing the Walter R. Garrison College of Nursing with $2.2 million being used to convert existing spaces into a cutting-edge facility for a new registered nursing program. This program, along with the pre-nursing and practical nursing programs, will form the newly designated Walter R. Garrison College of Nursing, with that new name taking effect on Jan. 1. The second initiative is modernizing the school’s main entry space into the “Walter R. Garrison Gateway to Success.” $1.68 million will be used to make the entrance accessible area for congregation and collaboration, thus reflecting Garrison’s vision of opportunity. School officials note the college’s history spans 71 years, and over the decades, students have embarked on rewarding careers, making a positive impact on their lives and their families. Graduates excel in fields such as nursing, health care management, cannabis studies, and diagnostic medical sonography, as well as many other in-demand careers. In the early 1950s Garrison recognized the need for engineers in aircraft and civil/architectural fields which was the basis of the school. Two campuses in Upper Darby hosted classes in mathematics, stress analysis, and technical subjects. By 1976, the Pennsylvania Department of Education had approved P.I.T. to award specialized associate’s degrees, leading to a move in 1982 to the spacious 14-acre Rose Valley-Media campus. The Middle States Commission on Higher Education accredited P.I.T. in 1983, and in 2021, approval was granted to offer Bachelor degree programs. “This gift is a testament to Walter R. Garrison’s enduring commitment to education,” said P.I.T. President Matt Meyers. “It empowers P.I.T. to continue his legacy by expanding and enhancing our programs, ultimately enriching the lives of our students and broader community.” Barton Winokur, Chairman of The Walter R. Garrison Foundation, said, “Walter believed strongly in the potential of education to transform lives. This gift aims to perpetuate his vision, ensuring that P.I.T. continues to cultivate talent and prepare students for impactful careers. We are honored to support such a vital institution and its mission.” Garrison’s statue, which can be seen on campus, honors his lasting impact to the school. Additionally, foundation representative, Walter Strine, a local businessman and philanthropist, has joined the P.I.T. board to foster the ongoing collaboration to sustain an educational environment that embodies Garrison’s vision, as reinforced by the foundation’s strategic support.None

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Here are the top headlines so far from Friday: 8:15 p.m., Jacob Flanagan President-elect Donald Trump has called for authorities to shoot down the mysterious drones that have been seen flying over New Jersey and Staten Island. "Mystery Drone sightings all over the Country. Can this really be happening without our government’s knowledge. I don think so! Let the public know, and now. Otherwise, shot them down!!! DJT" Trump wrote on Truth Social. 6:45 p.m., Jacob Flanagan A drone did not crash into the Empire State Building according to New York City Emergency Management. "There are no confirmed reports at this time of a drone crash into the Empire State Building," NYCEM Executive Director Aries Dela Cruz said in a post on X. "For an app that shares actual, verified emergency alerts, download the @NotifyNYC app from the store. Stay informed, not misled." 4:40 p.m., Alex Meier Police reported that no drones were found after receiving reports that a drone crashed into a field and struck a power line near Route 206 in Hillsborough, Somerset County. "At 12:10 p.m. all units cleared after a complete search of the area was concluded, and no down drone was recovered. There is no known threat to the public to report. The public is reminded to contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI ( 1-800-225-5324 ) to report any suspicious drones in the area," Hillsborough Township Police Department said in a statement. New Jersey lawmakers are demanding answers about the growing number of mysterious drone sightings across the state. FOX 5's Teresa Priolo has the story. According to police, the report of a drone crash came from a Lowe's parking lot around 8:30 p.m. Thursday night. Several firsts responders, including local and county police and fire crews, searched the area on foot and air but were unable to locate the drone. Millstone Valley Fire Department deployed drones the next morning and Somerset County Hazmat conducted another ground search, but no drones were found. More headlines: Residents report drone crash in Hillsborough, NJ 'Multiple' drones reportedly enter airspace at NJ naval station Staten Island officials urge NYPD to investigate drone activity NJ Rep. Andy Kim reports drone sighting 1:24 p.m. Alex Meier Video from SkyFOX shows emergency response vehicles gathered in a shopping center in Hillsborough. They were seen combing through nearby brush for hours. One resident, who claims she heard a crash, told FOX 5 NY that her concerns are growing and called the mysterious events "bizarre." She's seen several "drones" flying near her home, just a few blocks away from the investigation. 12:15 p.m. Michael Stallone Authorities converged on Hillsborough, New Jersey in an incident that could be related to a drone. Several people that talked to FOX 5 NY's Stephanie Bertini said they heard a drone crash overnight in the area. FOX 5 NY is working to get that report confirmed by officials. 11:45 a.m. Michael Stallone "Multiple" instances of drones entering airspace at Naval Weapons Station Earle in Colts Neck, New Jersey were reported, according to ABC News. 10 a.m. Michael Stallone Officials on Staten Island held a press conference, calling for the NYPD to investigate drone sightings over the NYC area. "You know, there was a saying that we had after 9/11, ‘if you see something say something,’" said Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella. "I think that’s become, ‘if you see something, don’t worry about it.’ Because we saw it too and the people of Staten Island deserve answers, the people of this city and state and region deserve answers, of what the heck is going on.’" 9:45 a.m. Michael Stallone In a ride along with local police, Kim described what he saw in a post on X, formally Twitter. "Last night I went out with local police to spot drone flying over New Jersey, here’s what I saw. We drove to Round Valley Reservoir and the officer pointed to lights moving low over the tree line," Kim said, in part. New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy and Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas briefed the congressional delegation last week, calling on the federal government for more answers. "It's really frustrating that we don't have more answers as to where they were coming from and why they're doing what they're doing," Murphy said. Earlier this week, federal law enforcement officials and private sector stakeholders testified about threats posed by unmanned aerial systems, or drones, at a joint hearing held by two house subcommittees. Rep. August Pfluger (R-TX): What is going on in New Jersey? Robert Wheeler (FBI): We're investigating, but I don't have an answer of who's responsible for that of one or more people that are responsible for those drone flights. Rep. August Pfluger (R-TX): Is the public at risk? Is public safety at risk? Robert Wheeler (FBI): There's nothing that is known that would lead me to say that. The White House said Thursday that a review of the reported sightings shows that many of them are actually manned aircraft being flown lawfully. White House National Security spokesman John Kirby said there were no reported sightings in any restricted airspace. He said the U.S. Coast Guard has not uncovered any foreign involvement from coastal vessels. "We have no evidence at this time that the reported drone sightings pose a national security or a public safety threat, or have a foreign nexus," Kirby said, echoing statements from the Pentagon and Murphy.

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PM orders strict action against tax defaulters PM Shehbaz says that ongoing measures for FBR’s digitization would bring billions in benefits to national treasury Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif gestures as he speaks in a meeting. — PID/File LAHORE: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to bring tax defaulters into the tax net and take strict action against non-compliance. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1700472799616-0'); }); He made these remarks while presiding over a crucial review meeting on strategies to enhance revenue collection on Saturday. During the meeting, officials briefed the prime minister on the installation and monitoring of video analytics in the sugar industry. Highlighting the importance of technology, the prime minister said, “Improving the Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) performance through technology is the government’s top priority.” He emphasized that the use of video analytics in the sugar industry would significantly improve revenue collection, eliminate hoarding and help stabilize prices. “Our utmost effort is to ensure the availability of sugar at affordable prices for the public,” he stated, directing regular monitoring of sugar stocks to maintain an uninterrupted supply chain. The prime minister also ordered stringent and indiscriminate action against tax evasion and under-reporting by sugar mills. He underscored that ongoing measures for FBR’s digitization would bring billions of rupees in benefits to the national treasury. Additionally, the prime minister instructed the swift completion of FBR’s value chain digitization and called for rapid implementation of video analytics in cement and tobacco industries. The meeting was attended by Federal Minister for Economic Affairs Ahad Khan Cheema, Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar, Minister of State for Finance Ali Pervaiz Malik, and senior government officials. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif took notice of the non-implementation of recommendations of the inquiry committee on the death of Pakistanis in the boat incident in Greece in 2023. An inquiry has been ordered in the context of the recent boat sinking incident in Greece. The prime minister has directed the three-member committee to review the implementation of recommendations of the inquiry committee set up in June 2023 and determine the responsibility of officers who did not implement it. Chairman Anti-Money Laundering and Anti-Terrorism (AML & CFT) Authority and former IG Police Mushtaq Ahmed Sukhira has been appointed as the chairman of the inquiry committee. The members include DG Anti-Money Laundering and Anti-Terrorism Destruction Authority Ehsan Ghani and Director (NCB-Interpol) FIA Malik Sikandar Hayat. The Prime Minister’s Office has also issued the Terms of Reference of the inquiry. Meanwhile, the prime minister has constituted an 8-member committee under the chairmanship of Rana Sanaullah, Adviser to the Prime Minister on Inter-Departmental Liaison Division, on the issue of implementation of tax regime for the newly merged districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Other members of the committee include Federal Minister for Kashmir Affairs Engineer Amir Muqam, Minister of State for Finance Ali Parwez Malik, FBR Chairman Rashid Mahmood Langriyal, Chief Secretary Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, representative of Pakistan Association of Large Steel Production, representative of Pakistan Vanaspati Manufacturing Association and former president KPCCI Zahidullah Khan Shinwari.

How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday, 12/4/2024

Wall Street stocks finished a lackluster week on a muted note Friday as concerns about rising Treasury bond yields competed with enthusiasm over artificial intelligence equities. Of the major indices, only the Nasdaq mustered a gain in Friday's session. The tech-rich index was also the only of the three leading US benchmarks to conclude the week higher. "Equities are kind of treading water," said LBBW's Karl Haeling. "A negative influence to some extent is the rise in bond yields." The latest US consumer price index data released this week showed prices ticked higher in November and the wholesale data also showed stubborn inflationary pressures. "Yields rose to their highest levels in over two weeks as markets brace for the Federal Reserve's final meeting of the year, reflecting concerns over sticky inflation," said Chris Beauchamp, chief market analyst at online trading platform IG. There is also growing concern over the inflationary pressures from President-elect Donald Trump's pledges to cut taxes and impose tariffs, as inflation still stands above the Fed's target. "While the markets still anticipate a rate cut from the Federal Reserve next week, the likelihood of a move in January has dropped," said Patrick Munnelly, partner at broker Tickmill Group. The CME FedWatch tool shows the market sees a more than 75 percent chance that the Fed will hold rates steady in January. In Europe, the Paris CAC 40 index ended the day down 0.2 percent after French President Emmanuel Macron named his centrist ally Francois Bayrou as prime minister, ending days of deadlock over finding a replacement for Michel Barnier. Frankfurt also dipped, with Germany's central bank sharply downgrading its growth forecasts on Friday for 2025 and 2026. It predicted a prolonged period of weakness for Europe's biggest economy. London stocks were also lower after official data showed that the UK economy unexpectedly shrank for the second consecutive month in October. The euro recovered after flirting with two-year lows against the dollar following a warning Thursday by ECB president Christine Lagarde that the eurozone economy was "losing momentum", cautioning that "the risk of greater friction in global trade could weigh on euro area growth". In Asia, Hong Kong and Shanghai both tumbled as investors were unimpressed with Beijing's pledge to introduce measures aimed at "lifting consumption vigorously" as part of a drive to reignite growth in the world's number two economy. President Xi Jinping and other key leaders said at the annual Central Economic Work Conference they would implement a "moderately loose" monetary policy, increase social financing and reducing interest rates "at the right time". The gathering came after Beijing in September began unveiling a raft of policies to reverse a growth slump that has gripped the economy for almost two years. "We're still not convinced that policy support will prevent the economy from slowing further next year", said Julian Evans-Pritchard, head of China economics at research group Capital Economics. Among individual equities, chip company Broadcom surged nearly 25 percent after reporting a 51 percent jump in quarterly revenues to $14.1 billion behind massive growth in AI-linked business. New York - Dow: DOWN 0.2 percent at 43,828.06 (close) New York - S&P 500: FLAT at 6,051.09 (close) New York - Nasdaq Composite: UP 0.1 percent at 19,926.72 (close) London - FTSE 100: DOWN 0.1 percent at 8,300.33 (close) Paris - CAC 40: DOWN 0.2 percent at 7,409.57 (close) Frankfurt - DAX: DOWN 0.1 percent at 20,405.92 (close) Tokyo - Nikkei 225: DOWN 1.0 percent at 39,470.44 (close) Hong Kong - Hang Seng Index: DOWN 2.1 percent at 19,971.24 (close) Shanghai - Composite: DOWN 2.0 percent at 3,391.88 (close) Euro/dollar: UP at $1.0504 from $1.0467 on Thursday Pound/dollar: DOWN at $1.2622 from $1.2673 Dollar/yen: UP at 153.60 yen from 152.63 yen Euro/pound: UP at 83.19 pence from 82.59 pence Brent North Sea Crude: UP 1.5 percent at $74.49 per barrel West Texas Intermediate: UP 1.8 percent at $71.29 per barrel burs-jmb/st

Mid-American Conference football goes all in on November weeknights for the TV viewersMorgan Rogers’ fourth goal of the season, an Ollie Watkins penalty and Matty Cash’s finish put Villa 3-0 up after 34 minutes. Mikkel Damsgaard pulled one back for Brentford in the second half but the damage had been done as Villa ended their eight-match winless run in all competitions. Emery was relieved to end the unwanted streak but quickly turned his attention to the next fixture against Southampton on Saturday. “We broke a spell of bad results we were having,” the Villa boss said. “We started the first five or 10 minutes not in control of the game but then progressively we controlled. “Today we achieved those three points and it has given us confidence again but even like that it’s not enough. We have to keep going and think about the next match against Southampton on Saturday. “The message was try to focus on each match, try to forget the table. How we can recover confidence and feel comfortable at home. Today was a fantastic match.” Tyrone Mings returned to the starting line-up in the Premier League for the first time since August 2023. Emery admitted it has been a long road back for the 31-year-old and is pleased to have him back. He added: “Mings played in the Champions league but it’s the first time in the league for a year and three months. “I think he played fantastic – he might be tired tomorrow but will be ready for Saturday again. “It was very, very long, the injury he had. His comeback is fantastic for him and everybody, for the doctor and physio and now he’s training everyday.” Brentford fell to a sixth away defeat from seven games and have picked up only a solitary point on the road this season. They have the best home record in the league, with 19 points from seven matches, but they have the joint worst away record. Bees boss Thomas Frank is confident form will improve on the road. He said: “On numbers we can’t argue we are better at home than away, but on numbers it’s a coincidence. I think two of the seven away games have been bad. “The other games we performed well in big spells. I’m confident at the end of the season we will have some wins away from home.” Frank felt Villa should not have been given a penalty when Ethan Pinnock brought Watkins down. He added: “I want to argue the penalty. I don’t think it is (one). I think Ollie kicked back and hit Ethan, yes there is an arm on the shoulder but threshold and all that – but that’s not the reason we lost.”Trump’s lawyers rebuff DA’s idea for upholding his hush money conviction, calling it ‘absurd’

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There is no legal bar for BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia to participate in the next general election, said Attorney General Md Asaduzzaman yesterday. "The false cases filed against Khaleda Zia have already been settled," he said. The attorney general was speaking at a shadow parliament organised by Debate for Democracy at the FDC in the capital. "If convicted of killing in July, many Awami League leaders, including Sheikh Hasina, would be ineligible to participate in the election," he said. AL's participation is not crucial to make elections inclusive, he added. "Those who destroyed the election process, tore the constitution apart, and violated people's rights have been identified as the villains of history." The attorney general also said the martyrs of the July uprising will forever be remembered as great heroes. This revolution was driven by the spirit of the Liberation War and the determination to build a Bangladesh free from discrimination. "Efforts are being made to undermine the achievements of this revolution, but no conspirator will succeed." Chairman of Debate for Democracy Hasan Ahmed Chowdhury Kiron said former chief justice Khairul Haque had annulled the caretaker government process with the malicious intention of keeping the previous fascist Awami League government in power indefinitely. "The fallen Awami League government deprived the people of their right to vote. The Awami League has completely destroyed the electoral process through fraudulent, one-sided, and midnight elections," he said. In the last three elections, the Election Commission, administration, police, returning officers, and polling officers and others were guilty of fraud, he added. "All those who committed these electoral crimes must be brought to justice." Kiron made 10 recommendations to ensure future elections are fair and acceptable. These include taking initiatives to bring to justice all those involved in electoral crimes, including members of the Election Commission; implementing strict legal provisions to prevent corrupt individuals from participating in elections; repealing all laws that may hinder the media from freely reporting on elections; and ensuring that the EC is independent. There is no legal bar for BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia to participate in the next general election, said Attorney General Md Asaduzzaman yesterday. "The false cases filed against Khaleda Zia have already been settled," he said. The attorney general was speaking at a shadow parliament organised by Debate for Democracy at the FDC in the capital. "If convicted of killing in July, many Awami League leaders, including Sheikh Hasina, would be ineligible to participate in the election," he said. AL's participation is not crucial to make elections inclusive, he added. "Those who destroyed the election process, tore the constitution apart, and violated people's rights have been identified as the villains of history." The attorney general also said the martyrs of the July uprising will forever be remembered as great heroes. This revolution was driven by the spirit of the Liberation War and the determination to build a Bangladesh free from discrimination. "Efforts are being made to undermine the achievements of this revolution, but no conspirator will succeed." Chairman of Debate for Democracy Hasan Ahmed Chowdhury Kiron said former chief justice Khairul Haque had annulled the caretaker government process with the malicious intention of keeping the previous fascist Awami League government in power indefinitely. "The fallen Awami League government deprived the people of their right to vote. The Awami League has completely destroyed the electoral process through fraudulent, one-sided, and midnight elections," he said. In the last three elections, the Election Commission, administration, police, returning officers, and polling officers and others were guilty of fraud, he added. "All those who committed these electoral crimes must be brought to justice." Kiron made 10 recommendations to ensure future elections are fair and acceptable. These include taking initiatives to bring to justice all those involved in electoral crimes, including members of the Election Commission; implementing strict legal provisions to prevent corrupt individuals from participating in elections; repealing all laws that may hinder the media from freely reporting on elections; and ensuring that the EC is independent.Seahawks are optimistic again and set to battle Cardinals for the NFC West lead

Humble ISD trustees will consider naming a lone finalist for the district’s vacant superintendent position on Dec. 17—less than a month after terminating former Superintendent Elizabeth Fagen’s contract. The details The specially called meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Dec. 17 at the district’s Board, Business & Technology Center, located at 20200 Eastway Village Drive, Humble. How we got here The meeting is coming roughly three weeks after trustees voted 6-1 in favor of formally terminating Fagen’s contract . In May, trustees voted 4-2 in favor of placing Fagen on paid administrative leave before voting 4-3 in July to propose the termination of her contract . Fagen initially appealed the board’s decision to the Texas Education Agency , which resulted in a three-day hearing held on Oct. 31, Nov. 1 and Nov. 6. While her initial appeal was unsuccessful, Fagen said she will now appeal the matter directly to TEA Commissioner Mike Morath. Deputy Superintendent Roger Brown has been serving as acting superintendent since Fagen was placed on paid leave. What’s next HISD Chief Communications Officer Jamie Mount said the board will need to wait at least 21 days after naming a finalist before trustees can vote to formally appoint a new superintendent.R emember the old story, perhaps apocryphal, that upon first encountering cameras, some native Americans refused to pose for photographs, fearing their souls might be stolen? The other day I looked at social media and knew how they felt. Someone had recorded a film of me locked in passionate embrace with an attractive woman. With a feeling of queasy surreality, I watched myself swoop in for a kiss. It was me, all right — my face, my hair and even my shirt. Except it wasn’t. For this was a deepfake: a digitally generated film of something that never took place, designed with the help of AI to look convincing. And it was on the internet, where others could see it too. In a promo released this week, the Instagram head Adam Mosseri, sporting a number of rapidly changing outfits, against multiple backdrops, described how the platform would soon be introducing AI tools “to help realise your ideas” and “do anything you want with your videos”. Emphasising the point, in one frame a hyperrealistic hippo lounged about in a swimming pool behind him.Taking the witness stand on Thursday, Santa Clara Councilmember Suds Jain testified that he “assumed” Vice Mayor Anthony Becker gave the electric “Unsportsmanlike Conduct” report to a journalist before it was public — a slight deviation from testimony he gave to the criminal grand jury that indicted Becker last year. Jain said that Becker — one of his allies on the Santa Clara City Council since 2020 — had called him about two or three weeks before he was expected to testify in front of a criminal grand jury on March 29, 2023. During the phone call, Jain said that Becker admitted he had given the Santa Clara County civil grand jury report to Carolyn Schuk, an editor at the Silicon Valley Voice. Becker is currently on trial in Santa Clara County Superior Court in Morgan Hill for allegedly leaking the 2022 report — which chastised five members of the Santa Clara City Council for their relationship with San Francisco 49ers lobbyists — as well as felony perjury for allegedly lying about the leak under oath. The controversial report was supposed to be released publicly on Oct. 10, 2022, but appeared in several media outlets a few days prior. Rahul Chandhok, the 49ers’ former chief of communications, testified last week that Becker leaked him the report . During Jain’s March 29 testimony to the criminal grand jury, Deputy District Attorney Jason Malinsky asked the councilmember if Becker told him that he sent the report to a journalist “before it was public.” Jain confirmed that Becker had. But back in court on Thursday, Jain said he didn’t recall his prior testimony. “He told me that he had given the report to Carolyn Shuk,” Jain said. “I assumed it was during that period.” At one point, Malinsky showed Jain his prior testimony, to which he responded that he believed he was “confused.” The recently re-elected councilmember said that he wished Becker hadn’t told him. At the time, the two were discussing “how much stress he was under.” “I knew I had a subpoena, and it would have been better if he hadn’t told me,” he said. “It put me in a difficult position.” Jain testified that he didn’t ask his colleague any follow-up questions because he “did not want to know anymore.” When asked by a juror why Becker would have to give a journalist the report if it was already publicly available on the county’s website, Jain said “it’s possible that a reporter didn’t know where to find it. I don’t know.” Following Jain’s testimony, the prosecution played an audio recording of their interview with Becker on Dec. 28, 2022. Fernando Ramirez Jr., a criminalist with the Santa Clara County Crime Laboratory, testified as an expert witness the day prior that a forensic analysis of Becker’s phone showed that he had uninstalled Signal — the encrypted messaging app he allegedly used to leak the report — on Dec. 28 at 9:09 a.m. Becker’s meeting with Malinsky and Ben Holt, a criminal investigator with the DA’s office, commenced at 9:17 a.m. — less than nine minutes after data showed he deleted the app. In a snippet of the interview that was played for the jury, Becker said he hadn’t communicated with anyone from the 49ers “for a while.” He told Malinsky and Holt that he only used his phone’s native texting app to communicate with Chandhok, his main contact at the 49ers. Becker said he didn’t use Signal. But when asked by Malinsky if he used it in the past, he questioned why he was being asked so much about Chandhok. “Do I need a lawyer, because this is starting to get really inquisitive about my relationship with the 49ers?” Becker said. The vice mayor eventually admitted to having used the app in the past with one of his campaign staffers. When Malinsky asked Becker if he had used it to communicate with Chandhok, he said he didn’t know. “I don’t know why this is so important if we had conversations on Signal,” he said. Becker also denied leaking the grand jury report during the interview, and said he deleted Signal off of his phone “some time after the election.” The DA’s office served Becker with a search warrant following the interview.

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BOCA RATON, Fla. , Dec. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Boca Woods Country Club is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its newly redesigned Woods golf course. This momentous occasion took place on Sunday, December 8th at 12:00 PM , with a celebration and ribbon cutting ceremony marking the culmination of a remarkable $9M transformation that has captivated the attention of golf enthusiasts far and wide. More than 450 Members and distinguished guests from industry and government joined the Club for the ribbon cutting ceremony, cocktails and hors d' oeuvres. Attendees included PGA Junior Club Members standing aside past Club Presidents, sharing a commitment to excellence demonstrated by the investment to fully renovate the Woods Course. The ceremony concluded with the presentation of a lifetime Boca Woods Country Club Membership accepted by Rees Jones . The outcome of this extensive renovation: a formidable championship golf course, meticulously designed by the renowned Rees Jones and delivered through the craftsmanship of LaBar Golf. Stretching to a maximum yardage of 7,043 yards, the course boasts key risk/reward decisions for the experienced golfer while offering better playable options for those less experienced. Some key highlights of the renovation include: Redesigned Greens: Completely rebuilt to provide smoother, truer, and more consistent putting surfaces. Enhanced bunkering: Strategically repositioned and reshaped to create visual appeal and challenge. Improved drainage: a state-of-the-art drainage system has been implemented to ensure optimal playing conditions year-round, even after heavy rainfall. New Tee Boxes: multiple tee boxes have been added and repositioned on each hole, providing players of all skill levels with a fair and enjoyable challenge. " The Woods course is now a true championship layout, playing to a maximum yardage of 7,043 yards." Said Jeff Gullett , Director of Golf. He continued, " Rees Jones has incorporated a combination of green complexes and bunkering that will test every golfer's ability. We are confident that our Members will be delighted with the results." The Woods golf course offers an inspired blend of challenging greens and strategically placed bunkers, promising to test the mettle of even the most seasoned golfers. The harmonious fusion of design elements guarantees a truly exceptional and unforgettable round of golf. What truly distinguishes the Woods course is its serene and secluded setting. Nestled away from the luxury homes that dot the community, the course immerses players in the tranquility of South Florida's nature, offering a respite from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. " Bryce Swanson and I are pleased that the Woods Course at Boca Woods is reopening on time and on budget. The redesign of the golf course enhances the course's playability, strategy, and variety. The remodeled golf course will provide an enjoyable and thought-provoking experience for the Members and their guests on a continuing basis. It has been a pleasure to work with all involved in this project," said Rees Jones . This renovation is particularly significant due to Boca Woods' unique position in the golfing world. With 36 holes of championship golf and a limited Membership of only 590 golfers, Boca Woods provides an unparalleled level of exclusivity and access. The newly renovated Woods course further solidifies the club's reputation as a golfer's paradise, offering a rare combination of world-class amenities and a close-knit community of passionate enthusiasts. " It is amazing to witness the evolution taking place at this Club." Says David Sweet, General Manager/ COO. He continues, "In the last four years, Members have supported the development of modern amenities: a new Clubhouse with state-of-the-art virtual meeting spaces, a sports and wellness complex that offers 10,000 sq ft of fitness, modern racquet sports facilities including lights for night play, and now this championship course developed in partnership with the best names in the business. Rees has left his mark on Boca Woods, and the Club's future is bright!" Central to the course's allure is the masterful touch of Rees Jones , whose design philosophy seamlessly integrates the natural beauty of the surroundings with the strategic demands of the game. The result is a golfing experience that is both visually captivating and intellectually stimulating. "The Rees Jones' update to our Woods Course is inspirational. Coupled with renovations designed by Kipp Schulties on the Lakes Course, we offer a small community of players a wide range of golfing opportunities. As President of Boca Woods, I am proud of what we accomplished and the time frame we worked within. We listened to our players: men and women, scratch players and weekenders... the result is 36 holes of magnificent golf course architecture that challenges the best and offers playable options for every level. Our demographics say it all (reference the generations photo), and there are tee boxes for every player at every age to enjoy. Boca Woods is setting the standard" said Howard Mittleman , Board President for Boca Woods Country Club. The renovation of the Woods golf course represents a substantial investment in elevating the club's amenities, ensuring Members have exceptional golf experiences. The comprehensive project followed a $14.5M building and facilities renovation. For more information on the new Woods golf course or to inquire about membership opportunities, please visit bocawoodscc.com . The Club foresees many future investments, including the installation of TopTracer (technology owned and used by Top Golf Entertainment Group) on the driving range, sharing information about every shot for Members through fully integrated technology inclusive of ballistics scopes delivering multiple data points for every shot. About Boca Woods Country Club Boca Woods Country Club is an established residential country club community located in Boca Raton, Florida . Membership at Boca Woods offers extraordinary value in a golf community that features two championship golf courses and all the amenities that private country club living has to offer. Boca Woods Country Club is dedicated to providing a residential country club lifestyle featuring a community and club culture characterized by friendliness, civility and respect for its members and staff in an overall setting of refinement and casual elegance. Media Contact: membership@bocawoodscc.com View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/grand-opening-of-the-rees-jones-woods-golf-course-announced-at-boca-woods-country-club-302334242.html SOURCE Boca Woods Country Club © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.

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I love buying as much as the next person, but it can be overwhelming (to say the least). My new strategy? Doing all of my shopping at one incredible retailer — especially when they have major markdowns. And right now, I'm eyeing Walmart's sales. The end of Cyber Monday doesn't mean the fun stops — they've still got deals north of 50% off for everyone on my list. To make it super easy, Walmart has its deals categorized by department, with all its best scores in tech, home, style and beauty front and center. I scrolled through thousands of discounts to find presents I know my loved ones will adore — no forced thank yous here. Take these rarely-on-sale that are down to $89 (from $159). My 20-year-old nephew is going to flip for them. Shopping for a chef? You can't go wrong with the (it's on sale for $50). I even found some surefire hits at Walmart for the pickier people in your own life — who wouldn't want a gadget that gives , for instance, or a ? 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Brewers love crafting a wide array of beers, but over time, beer drinkers have gravitated dramatically toward two key factors – hoppiness and drinkability.CHICAGO, Dec. 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mondelēz International MDLZ has entered a strategic partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to enhance digital innovation across the company. Mondelēz has designated AWS as its strategic cloud provider and has already migrated hundreds of workloads. Leveraging AWS's industry leading cloud infrastructure and services, Mondelēz will achieve greater security, agility, and reliability for its operations including migrating its ERP landscape to SAP RISE powered by AWS. "A key focus of our growth strategy is our digital transformation," said Kostas Georgakopoulos, Chief Technology Officer, and Chief Information Security Officer at Mondelēz. "AWS is a strategic partner complementing our own internal Cloud Platform Engineering capabilities to lead digital transformation across the Enterprise." Key elements of the new partnership include: Enabling growth: Improves agility and cost efficiency, while advancing sustainability through AWS's focus on renewable energy and energy efficient data centers. Accelerating ERP and digital transformation: Migrates on-premises SAP systems to SAP RISE on AWS to deliver improved performance, reliability, resiliency, security, and AI capabilities for Mondelēz business systems and insights. Enabling cutting-edge technology: Underscores Mondelēz's commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance its internal platform engineering capabilities. AWS's suite of cloud services aligns seamlessly with Mondelēz's focus on automation, security, resiliency, and agility—key pillars in achieving the company's strategic goals. "Mondelēz has a clear vision of how the cloud, AI, and systems like SAP RISE can fuel its growth, and it is truly impressive to see the company execute on that vision," said Rich Geraffo, Vice President, AWS North America. "Our team is proud to have worked closely with their organization to implement the architecture, applications, and services that will serve as a foundation for continued innovation across their company." About Mondelēz International Mondelēz International, Inc. MDLZ empowers people to snack right in over 150 countries around the world. With 2023 net revenues of approximately $36 billion, MDLZ is leading the future of snacking with iconic global and local brands such as OREO, RITZ, LU, CLIF BAR and TATE'S BAKE SHOP biscuits and baked snacks, as well as CADBURY DAIRY MILK, MILKA and TOBLERONE chocolate. Mondelēz International is a proud member of the Standard and Poor's 500, Nasdaq 100 and Dow Jones Sustainability Index. Visit www.mondelezinternational.com or follow the company on X at www.x.com/MDLZ . Contact: Desiree Battaglia (Media) +1 847 943 5678 news@mdlz.com Shep Dunlap (Investors) +1 847 943 5454 ir@mdlz.com © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.

From hidden gnomes to a paw print walk, there are plenty of fun family things to do in and around Mansfield, Victoria, once the stomping ground of notorious bushranger Ned Kelly and his gang. Tucked away in the shadows of Mount Buller and Mount Stirling and near Lake Eildon and Lake Nillahcootie, it’s a 2.5-hour drive from Melbourne and a great holiday destination. Here are nine fun things to do. Mansfield Zoo Hands-on animal care... Mansfield Zoo. Credit: Tourism North East Watch cute meerkats scamper around and you can help feed friendly deer and kangaroos at the Mansfield Zoo, which was opened by Bronwen Wilson and David Murphy, in 2000. Spread over 12 hectares with views of the pretty Delatite Valley, it is home to more than 200 exotic and native animals. Two white lions, brothers Djuma and Matimba, rule here and in school holidays and weekends feeding time is 1.30pm daily. Picnic or barbecue in the grounds and roll out your swag or tent from September to May and sleep under the stars, serenaded by animal choruses. See mansfieldzoo.com.au Mansfield Maze Planted in 2016, today the maze is thriving. Hidden gnomes, intriguing pixie faces and fairy crossings feature at the Mansfield High Country Gallery, Gardens and Maze. Planted in 2006 in a bare paddock, the thriving maze survived six tough years of drought and now has hedging reaching more than two metres – it’s the perfect place to get lost in. Present owners Nicky Goudberg and Tony Pridham – an awarded wildlife and bird artist and nephew of the famous artist Sidney Nolan, have opened an art gallery and cafe with grazing platters and sweet treats. You can also bring your own picnic and enjoy in a shaded lawn area. See highcountrymaze.com.au Mansfield Botanic Park Fancy a game of hide and seek in the gardens or maybe jump on the dual flying fox at the new kids’ park, where native and introduced trees flourish. Fords Creek meanders by and there’s a water park for those hot days. Skateboarders of all ages will love the nearby Mansfield Skatepark with its roll-ins, quarter pipes, ledges, a metal non -vert half pipe and curved and straight rails plus a climbing wall – some of which is in the shade. Rail Trail Mullum Wetlands at Mansfield Rail Trail. Cyclists of all ages are well catered for with many trails – the Great Victorian Rail Trail stretches 134 kilometres from Tallarook to Mansfield, taking in some beautiful high country. You can tackle a small section of the trail and e-bikes can be hired in Mansfield. The trail passes through the Trawool Valley and the towns of Yea, Alexandra, Yarck and Bonnie Doon. Highlights include the Cheviot Tunnel and Bonnie Doon Bridge spanning Lake Eildon. Watch out for beautiful birdlife, pretty farmland and stands of ancient red gums. See greatvictorianrailtrail.com.au Jamieson Paw Walk The tiny town of Jamieson, a former gold mining haven, about 30 minutes from Mansfield has a 2.8-kilometre Paw Prints Walk. Follow the cute paw prints for a fun and educational treasure hunt through the beautiful town beside the Jamieson and Goulburn Rivers. Pick up a map and questionnaire at the Jamieson Caravan Park reception and follow the blue paw prints along the river and up into the bush while learning about local wildlife. It takes between 45 minutes and two hours, depending on age, walking speed and snack breaks. Suitable for families with children aged five years and over. Picnic Pick up a hamper laden with local goodies from The Produce Store in Mansfield – the store dates back to 1895 and has been a furniture auction room and a greengrocer, now it showcases the best and freshest locally made produce and is great for a meal or treat. Great picnic spots include Bracks Bridge, about 20 minutes from Mansfield, which has shallow water and rock pools. There are picnic tables and lots of shade. Mirimbah Park is another favourite spot with shallow waters of the Delatite River and there’s a barbecue and playground. BullerRoo Lush vistas at BullerRoo Luxury Chalet. Help feed the cutest miniature pygmy goats called Misty, Tassie and Mr Tipples, plus some friendly alpacas at BullerRoo that offers a slick two-bedroom chalet style retreat with stunning vistas of Mount Buller, The Paps, the rolling Barwite Valley and the Broken River. Located 15 minutes from Mansfield, it’s set on nine hectares and there’s also the cute colonial-style Stone Cottage House that sleeps six, set in established gardens. Spy on birds, kangaroos, wombats and deer and you can throw in a line in the nearby river where trout hide. See bullerroo.com.au Gnomes Roam and House Credit: Tourism North East Catch a glimpse of those cute gnomes on the Mount Buller Road where there’s a Gnomes Crossing sign then continue to the Mount Buller Gnome House. Kids can even leave a letter for the gnomes in a special letterbox. Pick up a self-guided tour of the Mount Buller gnomes’ life on the mountain and learn about their favourite places to play and all about gnome life. Gnome stickers are available at the Alpine Centre. In the footsteps of bushrangers Ned Kelly and his gang roamed the Mansfield area – three policemen killed at Stringybark Creek are buried in Mansfield Cemetery. There is also an impressive marble monument to them in the main street which was funded by public donation. The proclamation resulting in the Gang members being declared outlaws was made from the steps of the Mansfield Courthouse on 15 November 1878. And there’s more Test your putting skills at Mansfield mini-golf. Mansfield also has mini golf, a movie theatre, bike tracks and art galleries. The Mansfield Lantern Festival, celebrating the longest night of the year, is held each June (June 21 in 2025), with a light parade, stalls and entertainment. See mansfieldlanternfestival.com.au The writer was a guest of Victoria’s High Country.In this year-end special edition of Market Watch , we take a look back at 2024 and how it lined up with the forecasts we made . We also examine the year ahead and make some predictions for 2025. “I wasn’t actually bullish enough a year ago,” says Pie Funds chief investment officer Mike Taylor, reflecting on his successful prediction the S&P 500 Index would go through the 5000 mark in 2024. In fact, it rose above 6000. “There were people still talking about recession and the hangover from Covid etc, and what actually happened is that growth was stronger than expected in the US,” he said. “It was a “very, very strong year for US stocks”.panalo999 login 。

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Fiscal Third Quarter Total Revenues of $2.160 Billion , Up 15.8% Year Over Year Subscription Revenues of $1.959 Billion , Up 15.8% Year Over Year PLEASANTON, Calif. , Nov. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Workday, Inc. (NASDAQ: WDAY), a leading provider of solutions to help organizations manage their people and money , today announced results for the fiscal 2025 third quarter ended October 31, 2024. Fiscal 2025 Third Quarter Results 1 See the section titled "About Non-GAAP Financial Measures" in the accompanying financial tables for further details. Comments on the News "Workday's solid performance in Q3 reflects the trust our customers place in us across industries, the global momentum around our AI-driven innovations, and the strength of our partner ecosystem," said Carl Eschenbach , CEO, Workday. "Organizations are increasingly consolidating on the Workday platform to reduce total cost of ownership, simplify their operations, and to unlock the power of our best-in-class AI solutions. Workday gives them the ultimate advantage – and that positions our business for long-term success." "In Q3, we once again made good progress across a number of our key growth areas," said Zane Rowe , CFO, Workday. "Looking ahead, we expect fiscal 2025 subscription revenue of $7.703 billion , growth of 17%, and fiscal 2025 non-GAAP operating margin of 25.5%. We are focused on executing in our seasonally strongest quarter, as we lay the foundation for durable, profitable growth at scale." Recent Highlights 1 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Cloud HCM Suites for 1,000+ Employee Enterprises, Ranadip Chandra, Sam Grinter, Ron Hanscome, Chris Pang, Anand Chouksey, Josie Xing, Harsh Kundulli, David Bobo, Laura Gardiner, Hiten Sheth, Emi Chiba, Travis Wickesberg, and Michelle Shapiro, 23 October 2024. 2 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Cloud ERP for Service-Centric Enterprises, Robert Anderson, Denis Torii, Sam Grinter, Naveen Mahendra, Tomas Kienast, Johan Jartelius, 4 November 2024. 3 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Financial Planning Software, Regina Crowder, Vaughan Archer, Matthew Mowrey, Michelle Carlsen, 18 November 2024. Financial Outlook Workday is providing guidance for the fiscal 2025 fourth quarter ending January 31, 2025 as follows: Workday is updating its guidance for the fiscal 2025 full year ending January 31, 2025 as follows: 1 The Company has not provided a reconciliation of its forward outlook for non-GAAP operating margin with its forward-looking GAAP operating margin in reliance on the unreasonable efforts exception provided under Item 10(e)(1)(i)(B) of Regulation S-K. The Company is unable to predict with reasonable certainty the amount and timing of adjustments that are used to calculate this non-GAAP financial measure, particularly related to stock-based compensation and its related tax effects, acquisition- related costs, and realignment costs. Earnings Call Details Workday plans to host a conference call today to review its fiscal 2025 third quarter financial results and to discuss its financial outlook. The call is scheduled to begin at 1:30 p.m. PT / 4:30 p.m. ET and can be accessed via webcast . The webcast will be available live, and a replay will be available following completion of the live broadcast for approximately 90 days. Workday uses the Workday Blog as a means of disclosing material non-public information and for complying with its disclosure obligations under Regulation FD. About Workday Workday is a leading enterprise platform that helps organizations manage their most important assets – their people and money . The Workday platform is built with AI at the core to help customers elevate people, supercharge work, and move their business forever forward. Workday is used by more than 10,500 organizations around the world and across industries – from medium-sized businesses to more than 60% of the Fortune 500. For more information about Workday, visit workday.com . © 2024 Workday, Inc. All rights reserved. Evisort, Workday, and the Workday logo are registered trademarks of Workday, Inc. All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements including, among other things, statements regarding Workday's fourth quarter and full-year fiscal 2025 subscription revenue and non-GAAP operating margin, growth, momentum, and innovation. These forward-looking statements are based only on currently available information and our current beliefs, expectations, and assumptions. Because forward-looking statements relate to the future, they are subject to risks, uncertainties, assumptions, and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict and many of which are outside of our control. If the risks materialize, assumptions prove incorrect, or we experience unexpected changes in circumstances, actual results could differ materially from the results implied by these forward-looking statements, and therefore you should not rely on any forward-looking statements. Risks include, but are not limited to: (i) breaches in our security measures or those of our third-party providers, unauthorized access to our customers' or other users' personal data, or disruptions in our data center or computing infrastructure operations; (ii) service outages, delays in the deployment of our applications, and the failure of our applications to perform properly; (iii) privacy concerns and evolving domestic or foreign laws and regulations; (iv) the impact of continuing global economic and geopolitical volatility on our business, as well as on our customers, prospects, partners, and service providers; (v) any loss of key employees or the inability to attract, train, and retain highly skilled employees; (vi) competitive factors, including pricing pressures, industry consolidation, entry of new competitors and new applications, advancements in technology, and marketing initiatives by our competitors; (vii) our reliance on our network of partners to drive additional growth of our revenues; (viii) the regulatory, economic, and political risks associated with our domestic and international operations; (ix) adoption of our applications and services by customers and individuals, including any new features, enhancements, and modifications, as well as our customers' and users' satisfaction with the deployment, training, and support services they receive; (x) the regulatory risks related to new and evolving technologies such as AI and our ability to realize a return on our development efforts; (xi) our ability to realize the expected business or financial benefits of any acquisitions of or investments in companies; (xii) delays or reductions in information technology spending; and (xiii) changes in sales, which may not be immediately reflected in our results due to our subscription model. Further information on these and additional risks that could affect Workday's results is included in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"), including our most recent report on Form 10-Q or Form 10-K and other reports that we have filed and will file with the SEC from time to time, which could cause actual results to vary from expectations. Workday assumes no obligation to, and does not currently intend to, update any such forward-looking statements after the date of this release, except as required by law. Any unreleased services, features, or functions referenced in this document, our website, or other press releases or public statements that are not currently available are subject to change at Workday's discretion and may not be delivered as planned or at all. Customers who purchase Workday services should make their purchase decisions based upon services, features, and functions that are currently available. Workday, Inc. Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (in millions) (unaudited) October 31, 2024 January 31, 2024 Assets Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 1,311 $ 2,012 Marketable securities 5,846 5,801 Trade and other receivables, net 1,404 1,639 Deferred costs 244 232 Prepaid expenses and other current assets 273 255 Total current assets 9,078 9,939 Property and equipment, net 1,263 1,234 Operating lease right-of-use assets 335 289 Deferred costs, noncurrent 490 509 Acquisition-related intangible assets, net 383 233 Deferred tax assets 1,031 1,065 Goodwill 3,479 2,846 Other assets 365 337 Total assets $ 16,424 $ 16,452 Liabilities and stockholders' equity Current liabilities: Accounts payable $ 74 $ 78 Accrued expenses and other current liabilities 323 287 Accrued compensation 476 544 Unearned revenue 3,447 4,057 Operating lease liabilities 102 89 Total current liabilities 4,422 5,055 Debt, noncurrent 2,983 2,980 Unearned revenue, noncurrent 64 70 Operating lease liabilities, noncurrent 278 227 Other liabilities 53 38 Total liabilities 7,800 8,370 Stockholders' equity: Common stock 0 0 Additional paid-in capital 11,115 10,400 Treasury stock (1,208) (608) Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) 16 21 Accumulated deficit (1,299) (1,731) Total stockholders' equity 8,624 8,082 Total liabilities and stockholders' equity $ 16,424 $ 16,452 Workday, Inc. Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (in millions, except number of shares which are reflected in thousands and per share data) (unaudited) Three Months Ended October 31, Nine Months Ended October 31, 2024 2023 2024 2023 Revenues: Subscription services $ 1,959 $ 1,691 $ 5,678 $ 4,843 Professional services 201 175 557 494 Total revenues 2,160 1,866 6,235 5,337 Costs and expenses (1) : Costs of subscription services 329 264 924 759 Costs of professional services 201 181 606 552 Product development 647 619 1,952 1,829 Sales and marketing 620 538 1,804 1,581 General and administrative 198 176 609 512 Total costs and expenses 1,995 1,778 5,895 5,233 Operating income (loss) 165 88 340 104 Other income (expense), net 62 41 178 114 Income (loss) before provision for (benefit from) income taxes 227 129 518 218 Provision for (benefit from) income taxes 34 15 86 25 Net income (loss) $ 193 $ 114 $ 432 $ 193 Net income (loss) per share, basic $ 0.73 $ 0.43 $ 1.63 $ 0.74 Net income (loss) per share, diluted $ 0.72 $ 0.43 $ 1.61 $ 0.73 Weighted-average shares used to compute net income (loss) per share, basic 265,411 262,153 265,062 260,747 Weighted-average shares used to compute net income (loss) per share, diluted 268,549 266,377 268,936 264,087 (1) Costs and expenses include share-based compensation expenses as follows: Three Months Ended October 31, Nine Months Ended October 31, 2024 2023 2024 2023 Costs of subscription services $ 35 $ 30 $ 108 $ 90 Costs of professional services 28 29 86 87 Product development 162 162 498 494 Sales and marketing 78 65 226 212 General and administrative 65 63 204 188 Total share-based compensation expenses $ 368 $ 349 $ 1,122 $ 1,071 Workday, Inc. Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (in millions) (unaudited) Three Months Ended October 31, Nine Months Ended October 31, 2024 2023 2024 2023 Cash flows from operating activities: Net income (loss) $ 193 $ 114 $ 432 $ 193 Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:

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Within the first 10 minutes of trading today, the A-shares market witnessed an unprecedented surge in trading volume, with the total turnover exceeding 200 billion yuan. This extraordinary phenomenon has caught the attention of investors and analysts alike, sparking discussions about the underlying causes and potential implications for the market.A version of this story originally ran Sept. 30, 2024. When Stacy Fox heard the news that Freehold Raceway — known as the oldest racing track in the country — was shutting down this December, she was crestfallen. “I literally cried because my whole childhood was at the track,” said Fox, 46, who now lives in Savannah, Georgia, but grew up in Browns Mills in Pemberton Township in Burlington County. Both of her parents worked at the Monmouth County track — her father was a head accountant there for more than 30 years, and her mother worked the simulcasting switchboard at night. Fox remembers driving to the raceway with her mother before her shift, and riding back home with her father, at the end of his work day. She often spent Sundays at the track, when her father would catch up on work. She knew dozens of people who worked at the raceway. Even decades later, she has vivid memories of the thrill of spending time there with her brother, the family’s two youngest siblings. They peeked into the track’s vault filled with money, walked through the cigar smoke-filled club, met the jockeys and stroked the horses. “My dad was a big part of that place,” Fox said of her father, who died in 2000. After she learned the raceway was closing, she visited the track one final time in October with her mother, when they traveled to New Jersey. Coincidentally, her parents’ anniversary falls on the track’s last day — Dec. 28. In September, officials announced the horse-racing track, which features harness racing, is ceasing all live racing and simulcasting operations at the end of the year. New Jersey’s other tracks — Monmouth Park and the Meadowlands — are not affected by the closure. “This was an extremely difficult decision, especially given the historical importance of Freehold Raceway to the local community and the New Jersey horse racing industry,” Howard Bruno, the raceway’s general manager, said in the announcement. “Unfortunately, the operations of the racetrack cannot continue under existing conditions, and we do not see a plausible way forward,” he said. “We are incredibly thankful for our dedicated employees, horsemen and fan base for their support and patronage for so many years.” News of the closure prompted a flood of reactions and hundreds of comments on social media. Some people cheered the demise of horse racing at one more racetrack across the country, saying it was best for the horses. Others lamented the possibility of developers building on the site. Many were incredibly saddened by the impending shutdown, recalling fond days spent at the track in their childhood with family members and friends. After he retired, Bob Barlow's stepfather landed a job as an usher at the trackway because he enjoyed spending time at the track so much. Barlow's stepfather, Tracy Hall, is in a red jacket and pictured with a winning horse after a race. Provided by Bob Barlow Bob Barlow, who now lives in Connecticut, previously lived in East Windsor in Mercer County and would visit the track as a child with his stepfather, who loved watching the horses race and placing bets. Barlow said his stepfather, Tracy Hall, once won $800 from betting on the races in one day. Although Barlow doesn’t remember the horse’s name, he easily recalls the jockey’s name: Wilbur. “My stepfather winds up getting up, standing on top of the chair and screaming, ‘Come on Wilbur, come on Wilbur,’” said Barlow, 72. The horse won, and Hall was elated. “I literally thought he was going to pass out and have a heart attack,” Barlow said, “he was so excited.” When Hall retired from his security guard position at a research facility, he landed an usher job at the track, allowing him to get paid for something he enjoyed, Barlow said. If the track wasn’t busy, he could place his own bets. Occasionally, he would be invited onto the field after the race, when the winning horse — adorned with a bouquet of flowers around its neck — and its owner took photos. He was employee of the month in May 1995, and officials named a race after him, Barlow said. The track’s attendance declined in recent years. Carl Cito celebrated his 11th birthday at Freehold Raceway's restaurant, called the Renaissance Room, with his two grandfathers. Provided by Carl Cito Carl Cito, 26, would regularly visit the track with his two grandfathers — his mother’s father and his father’s father — starting when he was about 4, he said. His father trained and raced horses there, and although Cito still goes to the track now, he notices a difference in attendance. “Before me, it used to be super popular,” he said, referring to the time before he was born. Though he sees some younger people at the track today, it’s mostly an aging crowd. “My friends from the racetrack are mostly older than me,” Cito said. When the closure was announced, Freehold Borough Mayor Kevin Kane blamed track officials for the shutdown. There has been declining interest in standardbred harness racing, despite the raceway’s “long and storied history” in the borough, he said in a statement at the time. Track officials didn’t try to reverse the trends, Kane previously said. Freehold is jointly owned by Penn Entertainment and Greenwood Racing. “Management seemed disinterested in promoting or marketing the venue and failed to capitalize on the advent of sports betting in New Jersey,” Kane previously said. “The facility had become shopworn and dated with little capital improvements to attract new customers,” Kane said. “Attempts to meet with management to discuss promotional opportunities, band nights, car shows and other event-based strategies designed to get new customers into the facility were rebuffed.” In September, Stephen Gallo, the borough’s business administrator, said the horses will be retained by their owners once the track shuts down. The borough, which doesn’t own any of the property involved, plans to authorize a redevelopment study to determine if the area meets the criteria for an “area in need of redevelopment.” That could lead to proposals for a new use for the land. But, the raceway could potentially remain a horse-racing track. The borough has been in communication with state Sen. Vin Gopal, D-Monmouth, who represents the area, and is seeing if anyone is interested in continuing the raceway’s operations, Gallo previously said. “We have received several inquiries from parties interested in racing operations which we are following up on,” he previously said. Freehold Raceway is the nation’s oldest and fastest daytime half-mile harness racing track, according to its website . It first opened in 1853. It features live harness racing for trotters and pacers, and is open seven days and nights a week. It also hosts year-round thoroughbred and harness racing simulcasts from tracks throughout North America. Stacy Fox remembers growing up at Freehold Raceway — both of her parents worked at the track. She was given a mug that's branded with the track's name. Provided by Stacy Fox Fox, who was given a Freehold Raceway-branded mug years ago and has kept the keepsake, said the track is like a “security blanket” to her. Over the years, she spent many weekends and occasional evenings at the track. Its closure is “heartbreaking,” she said. But, “life goes on, the world changes, and things evolve,” Fox said. “And I guess it’s just time for it to close. I guess it’s just not what it once was.” “But, when it was, it was an amazing place,” she added. Stories by Brianna Kudisch Our journalism needs your support. Please subscribe today to NJ.com. Brianna Kudisch may be reached at bkudisch@njadvancemedia.com .

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J.D. Vance's new home with wife Usha includes a swimming pool that Biden 'loved' to use for skinny dipping Vice presidents live at the Naval Observatory, two miles from White House Residence includes six bedrooms, a wrap-around porch and heated pool By EMILY GOODIN, SENIOR WHITE HOUSE CORRESPONDENT Published: 15:56, 23 November 2024 | Updated: 16:01, 23 November 2024 e-mail View comments J.D. Vance , wife Usha and their three children are packing up to live in their new residence - a 9,000 square foot home on the 80-acre Naval Observatory with a tree swing and a swimming pool. A swimming pool Joe Biden is obsessed with. And loved to use for skinny dipping when he lived there. Joe and Jill Biden resided at One Naval Observatory for eight years when he was vice president under Barack Obama . And, even as president, he still talks about the place, including its private, heated swimming pool. 'You're on 80 acres, overlooking the rest of the city, and you can walk out, there's a swimming pool, you can walk off the porch in the summer and jump in the pool and go into work,' Biden said at a CNN town hall during the first year of his presidency. 'You can ride a bicycle around and never leave the property. You can work out, but the White House is very different,' he noted. And Biden reportedly jumped into that pool naked, Secret Service agents told author Ron Kessler for his 2014 book about the agency. 'Agents say that, whether at the vice president's residence or at his home in Delaware , Biden has a habit of swimming in his pool nude,' Kessler wrote in his book, The First Family Detail: Secret Service Agents Reveal the Hidden Lives of the Presidents . 'Female Secret Service agents find that offensive,' he noted. J.D. and Usha Vance (above) will move in the Vice President's residence in January The vice president's house - known as One Naval Observatory, has a private, heated pool The White House also has a swimming pool but it's behind the Oval Office patio, which means it would be almost impossible for Biden to skinny dip without baring all before the West Wing staff. Biden even told his successor Mike Pence and his family to enjoy the vice presidential swimming pool, calling it one of his favorite perks. Read More Who is JD Vance's wife, Usha? Meet the woman behind Donald Trump's vice presidential pick Karen and Mike Pence used it often as part of their exercise routine. 'It's great,' Karen Pence told Washington Life magazine in 2017 when she was second lady. 'That's the thing that Joe Biden said to us as he got into the limo and left the Capitol on inauguration day — he said, 'you're gonna love the pool.' Biden, as vice president, said his favorite vice president was Dan Quayle, who installed the pool at the residence. 'No can say a negative thing about Dan Quayle,' he told reporters in 2010, adding Quayle 'built that pool.' 'He's my favorite vice president,' said Biden. 'And my granddaughters love it.' Biden even dubbed it 'the Dan Quayle swimming pool.' Naomi, Finnegan and Maisey - the daughters of Hunter Biden - lived with their parents in Washington D.C. when Joe Biden was president. They frequently visited their grandparents at the Naval Observatory. Joe BIden, as a vice president, would host pool parties where he used a super soaker The 9,000 square foot vice presidential residence has six bedrooms Biden, as vice president, bragged about his living conditions: 'I voted all those years for public housing. I didn't know it was gonna be this good.' The vice presidential residence is technically public property. It sits on the United States Naval Observatory, a Navy base that is one of the oldest scientific research areas in the country. It remains the country's leading facility for astronomical and timing data and is a center for navigational information. Only two miles from the White House, Vance will have a short commute, particularly since he'll be traveling in a motorcade. There's also plenty of room for him, his three children Ewan, Vivek and Mirabel and the family dog Atlas. The Queen Anne style house is 9,150 square feet with 33 rooms, seven wood-burning fireplaces, a library and solarium. It has six bedrooms and a wrap around porch. There's also sweeping grounds with plenty of room for Atlas to run and the children to play. And it's completely private. Unlike the White House, there are no public tours of the vice pesidential residence although the public can sign up for tours of the observatory itself to see the giant telescope and scientific library. The home was built in 1893 for the Naval Observatory's superintendent. The three-story house cost approximately $20,000 to build. It began housing its chief of naval operations in 1923 and became the vice presidential residence in the 1970s. Vice President Walter Mondale, who served under President Jimmy Carter, became the first vice president to live there full-time. J.D. Vance and Usha with Evan, Vivek, and Mirabel Dick Cheney, as vice president, dressed up his labrador retrievers Jackson (left as Darth Vader) and Dave (right as Superman) for Halloween Al Gore, as vice president, and wife Tipper held big Halloween events where they would dress in costume - above the couple in 1998 dressed as mummies Many vice presidents have hosted receptions there as part of their official duties. The Pences and the Bidens each hosted parties for military families. The Bidens held summer barbeques for supporters and press that would feature Joe Biden running around with a super soaker. Al and Tipper Gore were famous for their Halloween events, which Dick and Lynne Cheney continued. The vice presidents and spouses who lived there have add their personal touches. Joe Biden surprised Jill with a tree swing for Valentine's Day in 2010. The commemorative plaque on the tree reads 'Joe loves Jill. Valentine's Day 2010.' Karen Pence installed a bee hive. Doug Emhoff, who is Jewish, added a white mezuzah - a small scroll of Hebrew text from the Torah in a decorative case - on the right side of the doorway of their residence. The Vance family will move into the residence on Inauguration Day, January 20, 2025. Politics Mike Pence JD Vance Joe Biden Share or comment on this article: J.D. Vance's new home with wife Usha includes a swimming pool that Biden 'loved' to use for skinny dipping e-mail Add comment‘Raise Voice For Release Of Er Rashid,’ AIP Appeals To MPs

Things to watch this week in the Southeastern Conference. It's the first regular-season meeting since 2003 between traditional college football heavyweights who have combined for 25 national titles and usually face off in January bowl games with championship implications. Another fun fact: They've only played once each on the other's home field in six lifetime matchups, with the Sooners winning that showdown 20-13 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Alabama won the most recent postseason meeting, 45-34, at the Orange Bowl in the 2018 College Football Playoff semifinal before falling to Clemson in the championship. Another berth in the 12-team playoff is at stake for the visiting Crimson Tide (8-2, 4-2 SEC, No. 7 CFP), which trails No. 3 Texas and No. 15 Texas A&M by a game in the standings and is among four two-loss teams trying to stay within reach and possibly get to next month's championship in Atlanta. Alabama has won three in a row overall including last week's 52-7 rout of Mercer, rolling up 508 yards on offense. Heisman Trophy candidate Jalen Milroe passed for 186 of his 229 yards from scrimmage and two of his three touchdowns. Milroe's 32 total TDs lead the SEC and he's second with 17 rushing scores. Rather than contending as hoped, SEC newcomer Oklahoma (5-5, 1-5) is instead playing spoiler after four losses in five games, against ranked league foes Texas, No. 19 South Carolina and No. 9 Ole Miss. The Sooners scored two late fourth-quarter touchdown to lead Missouri 23-16 two weeks ago before the host Tigers scored two TDs in the final 1:07 seconds for a 30-23 victory. Alabama is a 14-point favorite according to BetMGM. The Rebels have won three in a row since falling at LSU and four of five overall. They're coming off a bye after beating then-No. 3 Georgia 28-10 on Nov. 9 and look to stay within reach of first place and remain in the CFP discussion. Florida upended No. 21 LSU 27-16 on Saturday to earn a signature win for embattled coach Billy Napier and reach the cusp of bowl eligibility after finishing 5-7 last fall. Also worth a look: Vanderbilt (6-4, 3-3) at LSU (6-4, 3-3). Both are bowl eligible, but the Commodores can clinch their first .500 SEC finish since going 4-4 in 2013 and help coach Clark Lea match his win total for the past two seasons combined. The Tigers look to regroup from the Florida loss. No. 15 Texas A&M QB Marcel Reed. Reed is 4-1 as a starter for an Aggies team that visits Auburn hoping to stay in the playoff hunt before the regular season finale against in-state rival Texas. Reed has passed for 1,129 yards and nine touchdowns against two interceptions. He has run for 375 yards and six scores. The Tigers have had some struggles against dual-threat quarterbacks like Vanderbilt's Diego Pavia and Arkansas' Taylen Green. Vanderbilt will play in LSU's Tiger Stadium for the first time since 2009, having played in Nashville three times since. The Commodores' last win over LSU came in 1990 and they haven't won in Baton Rouge since 1951. ... First-year Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer is 34-2 in the month of November, including a 10-0 mark since 2022. ... Kentucky's 107th-ranked offense (340.5 yards per game) faces Texas's No. 1-ranked defense, which is giving up just 249 yards a game. ... Texas A&M has held opponents to 100 or fewer rushing yards in five of the last seven games, including holding LSU to 24 yards on 23 attempts. ... Auburn QB Payton Thorne has only three touchdown passes in his last four SEC games. ... Mississippi State's Isaac Smith leads the SEC and is tied for seventh nationally with 101 total tackles. ... Kentucky is 3-0 in nonconference games after shellacking in-state foe Murray State 48-3, which followed four SEC home losses. Get local news delivered to your inbox!

MCKINNEY, Texas , Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hartwater Aesthetics ® , a leading medical aesthetic brand, announced an expansion of its clinical and leadership team with the addition of a new aesthetic provider and a new practice manager at its location in McKinney, TX. The Hartwater Clinical team is joined by Tiffany Byres , LMA, a licensed Medical Aesthetician, Certified Laser Technician, and Laser Safety Officer with 13 years of experience in the plastic surgery and medical aesthetics space. Byres brings to Hartwater an extensive knowledge of skin care techniques and protocols as well as expertise with numerous laser technologies and other treatments to provide top-quality care to patients. Joining the leadership team as Practice Manager is Lauren Parker , an experienced operational and sales leader in the beauty industry. Parker will oversee daily operations at the practice and ensure the continued delivery of a seamless, patient-focused experience. This growth reflects Hartwater's ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional care and innovative services to its patients. The team expansion marks an exciting new chapter for Hartwater Aesthetics ® as it continues to set the standard for medical aesthetic care. About Hartwater Aesthetics ® Hartwater Aesthetics ® is a premier medical aesthetic practice offering industry-leading treatments for the face, body, and skin. It is home to a team of world-class aesthetic providers and uses the most state-of-the-art technology to offer patients the highest quality of care available. Media Contact: pr@h artwatera esthetics.com View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/hartwater-aesthetics-expands-team-302337620.html SOURCE Hartwater AestheticsBy Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times (TNS) Every day millions of people share more intimate information with their accessories than they do with their spouse. Wearable technology — smartwatches, smart rings, fitness trackers and the like — monitors body-centric data such as your heart rate, steps taken and calories burned, and may record where you go along the way. Like Santa Claus, it knows when you are sleeping (and how well), it knows when you’re awake, it knows when you’ve been idle or exercising, and it keeps track of all of it. People are also sharing sensitive health information on health and wellness apps , including online mental health and counseling programs. Some women use period tracker apps to map out their monthly cycle. These devices and services have excited consumers hoping for better insight into their health and lifestyle choices. But the lack of oversight into how body-centric data are used and shared with third parties has prompted concerns from privacy experts, who warn that the data could be sold or lost through data breaches, then used to raise insurance premiums, discriminate surreptitiously against applicants for jobs or housing, and even perform surveillance. The use of wearable technology and medical apps surged in the years following the COVID-19 pandemic, but research released by Mozilla on Wednesday indicates that current laws offer little protection for consumers who are often unaware just how much of their health data are being collected and shared by companies. “I’ve been studying the intersections of emerging technologies, data-driven technologies, AI and human rights and social justice for the past 15 years, and since the pandemic I’ve noticed the industry has become hyper-focused on our bodies,” said Mozilla Foundation technology fellow Júlia Keserű, who conducted the research. “That permeates into all kinds of areas of our lives and all kinds of domains within the tech industry.” The report “From Skin to Screen: Bodily Integrity in the Digital Age” recommends that existing data protection laws be clarified to encompass all forms of bodily data. It also calls for expanding national health privacy laws to cover health-related information collected from health apps and fitness trackers and making it easier for users to opt out of body-centric data collections. Researchers have been raising alarms about health data privacy for years. Data collected by companies are often sold to data brokers or groups that buy, sell and trade data from the internet to create detailed consumer profiles. Body-centric data can include information such as the fingerprints used to unlock phones, face scans from facial recognition technology, and data from fitness and fertility trackers, mental health apps and digital medical records. One of the key reasons health information has value to companies — even when the person’s name is not associated with it — is that advertisers can use the data to send targeted ads to groups of people based on certain details they share. The information contained in these consumer profiles is becoming so detailed, however, that when paired with other data sets that include location information, it could be possible to target specific individuals, Keserű said. Location data can “expose sophisticated insights about people’s health status, through their visits to places like hospitals or abortions clinics,” Mozilla’s report said, adding that “companies like Google have been reported to keep such data even after promising to delete it.” A 2023 report by Duke University revealed that data brokers were selling sensitive data on individuals’ mental health conditions on the open market. While many brokers deleted personal identifiers, some provided names and addresses of individuals seeking mental health assistance, according to the report. In two public surveys conducted as part of the research, Keserű said, participants were outraged and felt exploited in scenarios where their health data were sold for a profit without their knowledge. “We need a new approach to our digital interactions that recognizes the fundamental rights of individuals to safeguard their bodily data, an issue that speaks directly to human autonomy and dignity,” Keserű said. “As technology continues to advance, it is critical that our laws and practices evolve to meet the unique challenges of this era.” Consumers often take part in these technologies without fully understanding the implications. Last month, Elon Musk suggested on X that users submit X-rays, PET scans, MRIs and other medical images to Grok, the platform’s artificial intelligence chatbot, to seek diagnoses. The issue alarmed privacy experts, but many X users heeded Musk’s call and submitted health information to the chatbot. While X’s privacy policy says that the company will not sell user data to third parties, it does share some information with certain business partners. Gaps in existing laws have allowed the widespread sharing of biometric and other body-related data. Health information provided to hospitals, doctor’s offices and medical insurance companies is protected from disclosure under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act , known as HIPAA, which established federal standards protecting such information from release without the patient’s consent. But health data collected by many wearable devices and health and wellness apps don’t fall under HIPAA’s umbrella, said Suzanne Bernstein, counsel at Electronic Privacy Information Center. “In the U.S. because we don’t have a comprehensive federal privacy law ... it falls to the state level,” she said. But not every state has weighed in on the issue. Washington, Nevada and Connecticut all recently passed laws to provide safeguards for consumer health data. Washington, D.C., in July introduced legislation that aimed to require tech companies to adhere to strengthened privacy provisions regarding the collection, sharing, use or sale of consumer health data. In California, the California Privacy Rights Act regulates how businesses can use certain types of sensitive information, including biometric information, and requires them to offer consumers the ability to opt out of disclosure of sensitive personal information. “This information being sold or shared with data brokers and other entities hypercharge the online profiling that we’re so used to at this point, and the more sensitive the data, the more sophisticated the profiling can be,” Bernstein said. “A lot of the sharing or selling with third parties is outside the scope of what a consumer would reasonably expect.” Health information has become a prime target for hackers seeking to extort healthcare agencies and individuals after accessing sensitive patient data. Health-related cybersecurity breaches and ransom attacks increased more than 4,000% between 2009 and 2023, targeting the booming market of body-centric data, which is expected to exceed $500 billion by 2030, according to the report. “Nonconsensual data sharing is a big issue,” Keserű said. “Even if it’s biometric data or health data, a lot of the companies are just sharing that data without you knowing, and that is causing a lot of anxiety and questions.” ©2024 Los Angeles Times. Visit at latimes.com. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.

panalo999 casino Saudi court again delays release of Keralite, family disappointedTraders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, in New York City. NEW YORK - Wall Street stocks surged to fresh records Dec 4, extending a post-election rally on optimism about more interest rate cuts and for an artificial intelligence boom after strong Salesforce results. All three major indices scored records, led by the Dow Jones Industrial Average, which finished above 45,000 for the first time. “The market at this point is looking for excuses to go up, and there’s not really anything that might work against that narrative,” said Mr Steve Sosnick of Interactive Brokers. “Over the last couple of days, it’s managed to ignore all sorts of inconvenient things,” Mr Sosnick said of the market’s shrugging response to political upheaval in France and South Korea. The Dow Jones Industrial Average finished up 0.7 per cent at 45,014.04. The broad-based S&P 500 gained 0.6 per cent to 6,086.49, its fourth straight record, while the tech-rich Nasdaq Composite Index jumped 1.3 per cent to 19,735.12, its third straight record. Wednesday’s gains came after payroll firm ADP said US private-sector hiring in November came in at a lower-than-expected 146,000 jobs, while a survey from the Institute for Supply Management showed weaker sentiment than expected in the services sector. But the lacklustre data boosts expectations that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates later in December. At a New York conference, Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell refrained from tipping his hand, but he “didn’t say anything that would scare the market,” said Briefing.com analyst Patrick O’Hare. Mr O’Hare noted that the Dec 4 gains were led by large tech names such as Nvidia and Microsoft, which are major AI players. The boost followed strong results from Salesforce, which was the biggest gainer in the Dow with an 11 per cent jump. AFP Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you. Read 3 articles and stand to win rewards Spin the wheel now

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Seasoned retail executive to lead next phase of growth for extreme-value retailer PHILADELPHIA, PA, Dec. 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Five Below, Inc. (NASDAQ: FIVE), the trend-right, high-quality extreme-value retailer for teens and pre-teens, today announced the appointment of Winnie Park as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and a member of its Board of Directors, effective December 16, 2024. An accomplished retail executive with a career spanning more than three decades, Ms. Park has extensive experience in driving customer-centric business strategies, merchandising and brand building across a broad spectrum of specialty and value retail. In her new role, she will partner closely with Kenneth Bull, who will continue as Five Below's Chief Operating Officer. In addition, Thomas Vellios, Co-founder, will continue as Executive Chairman, working alongside Ms. Park, Mr. Bull and the rest of the leadership team to drive the Company's strategic priorities. Ms. Park will be based in Philadelphia. "Winnie is a passionate retail visionary with a deep understanding of the consumer and the power at the intersection of trend and value,” Mr. Vellios said. "The breadth of her leadership experience, especially her merchandising expertise, customer acumen, strong global background, and importantly, how she values people and champions organizational culture all make her uniquely suited for the role. Combined with Ken's expertise and deep knowledge of our business, I'm confident that together we will unlock tremendous potential for our customers and shareholders by delivering amazing product at exceptional value in a fun store experience.” Ms. Park served as Chief Executive Officer of Forever 21 since January 2022, leading a transformational brand refresh for the fast-fashion company focused on younger consumers with a social-media-first approach to engaging with customers. Under Ms. Park's leadership, the brand launched its omnichannel capabilities, social commerce and an award-winning metaverse partnership with Roblox. She also expanded categories beyond women's apparel to include kid's, gift, beauty and accessories. Prior to Forever 21, Ms. Park was the CEO of Paper Source, where she drove the business from a traditional brick-and-mortar retailer to an omnichannel lifestyle brand. Under her leadership, Paper Source developed a robust digital presence, encompassing social media, digital content, online subscriptions and affiliate partnerships. Prior to Paper Source, Ms. Park served as Executive Vice President, Global Marketing and eCommerce, and Global VP, GMM, Merchandising, at Hong Kong-based international retail leader Duty Free Shoppers, a division of LVMH. At DFS, Ms. Park launched the company's first global eCommerce site, serving customers across China, Korea, Japan, Southeast Asia, the Middle East and the United States. Ms. Park has also led Women's Merchandising for Dockers at Levi Strauss & Co. and worked at McKinsey in fashion retail and consumer digital. Ms. Park served on the board of Dollar Tree from 2020 to 2024. She earned a BA from Princeton University and an MBA from Northwestern University. "I'm a huge fan of the Five Below brand and its unique ability to connect with and empower teens and pre-teens through an amazing assortment of extreme-value items in a fun shopping environment,” said Ms. Park. "There is enormous opportunity to build on the exciting initiatives that are already underway as we elevate our product, value and experience. I am excited to be a part of the continued growth of the brand and to be partnering with Tom, Ken and the rest of the talented team as we execute on the long runway for growth ahead.” Mr. Vellios continued, "I would like to extend a deep appreciation to Ken for his support as interim CEO over the past several months. His contributions have been critical in helping us refocus and create momentum in the business. I'm delighted that Ken is continuing in his role as COO, and on behalf of the board and the entire Five Below team, I want to thank him.” Mr. Bull said, "I've been honored to call Five Below my home since 2005 and am thrilled to welcome Winnie to the team. Her experience, leadership style and deep focus on people - both customers and crew - make her a great fit. I am excited about the possibilities ahead and look forward to partnering with Winnie to unlock our full potential and drive the next phase of Five Below's growth.” Forward-Looking Statements: This news release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 as contained in Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, which reflect management's current views and estimates regarding the Company's industry, business strategy, goals and expectations concerning its market position, future operations, margins, profitability, capital expenditures, liquidity and capital resources, store count potential and other financial and operating information. Investors can identify these statements by the fact that they use words such as "anticipate," "assume," "believe," "continue," "could," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "may," "plan," "potential," "predict," "project," "future" and similar terms and phrases. The Company cannot assure investors that future developments affecting the Company will be those that it has anticipated. Actual results may differ materially from these expectations due to risks related to disruption to the global supply chain, risks related to the Company's strategy and expansion plans, risks related to our ability to attract, retain, and integrate qualified executive talent, risks related to disruptions in our information technology systems and our ability to maintain and upgrade those systems, risks related to the inability to successfully implement our online retail operations, risks related to cyberattacks or other cyber incidents, risks related to increased usage of machine learning and other types of artificial intelligence in our business, and challenges with properly managing its use; risks related to our ability to select, obtain, distribute and market merchandise profitably, risks related to our reliance on merchandise manufactured outside of the United States, the availability of suitable new store locations and the dependence on the volume of traffic to our stores, risks related to changes in consumer preferences and economic conditions, risks related to increased operating costs, including wage rates, risks related to inflation and increasing commodity prices, risks related to potential systematic failure of the banking system in the United States or globally, risks related to extreme weather, pandemic outbreaks, global political events, war, terrorism or civil unrest (including any resulting store closures, damage, or loss of inventory), risks related to leasing, owning or building distribution centers, risks related to our ability to successfully manage inventory balance and inventory shrinkage, quality or safety concerns about the Company's merchandise, increased competition from other retailers including online retailers, risks related to the seasonality of our business, risks related to our ability to protect our brand name and other intellectual property, risks related to customers' payment methods, risks related to domestic and foreign trade restrictions including duties and tariffs affecting our domestic and foreign suppliers and increasing our costs, including, among others, the direct and indirect impact of current and potential tariffs imposed and proposed by the United States on foreign imports, risks associated with the restrictions imposed by our indebtedness on our current and future operations, the impact of changes in tax legislation and accounting standards and risks associated with leasing substantial amounts of space. For further details and a discussion of these risks and uncertainties, see the Company's periodic reports, including the annual report on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q and current reports on Form 8-K, filed with or furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission and available at www.sec.gov . If one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or if any of the Company's assumptions prove incorrect, the Company's actual results may vary in material respects from those projected in these forward-looking statements. Any forward-looking statement made by the Company in this news release speaks only as of the date on which the Company makes it. Factors or events that could cause the Company's actual results to differ may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for the Company to predict all of them. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required by any applicable securities laws. About Five Below Five Below is a leading high-growth value retailer offering trend-right, high-quality products loved by teens and pre-teens. We believe life is better when customers are free to "let go & have fun" in an amazing experience filled with unlimited possibilities. With most items priced between $1 and $5, and some extreme value items priced beyond $5 in our incredible Five Beyond Shop, Five Below makes it easy to say YES! to the newest, coolest stuff across eight awesome Five Below worlds: Style, Room, Sports, Tech, Create, Party, Candy and New & Now. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Five Below today has over 1,750 stores in 44 states. For more information, please visit www.fivebelow.com or find Five Below on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook @FiveBelow. Investor Contact Christiane Pelz Vice President, Investor Relations Five Below, Inc. [email protected] Media Contact Jessica Liddell Partner, ICR [email protected]West Ham show support for hospitalized Antonio before Premier League matchBritain, Germany, France, Italy and several other European countries said Monday they would freeze all pending asylum requests from Syrians, a day after the ouster of president Bashar al-Assad. While Berlin and other governments said they were watching the fast-moving developments in the war-ravaged nation, Austria signalled it would soon deport refugees back to Syria. Far-right politicians elsewhere made similar demands, including in Germany -- home to Europe's largest Syrian community -- at a time when immigration has become a hot-button issue across the continent. Alice Weidel, of the anti-immigration Alternative for Germany, reacted with disdain to Sunday's mass rallies by jubilant Syrians celebrating Assad's downfall. "Anyone in Germany who celebrates 'free Syria' evidently no longer has any reason to flee," she wrote on X. "They should return to Syria immediately." World leaders and Syrians abroad watched in disbelief at the weekend as Islamist-led rebels swept into Damascus, ending Assad's brutal rule while also sparking new uncertainty. A German foreign ministry spokesman pointed out that "the fact that the Assad regime has been ended is unfortunately no guarantee of peaceful developments" in the future. Germany has taken in almost one million Syrians, with most arriving in 2015-16 under ex-chancellor Angela Merkel. Interior Minister Nancy Faeser said many Syrian refugees "now finally have hope of returning to their Syrian homeland" but cautioned that "the situation in Syria is currently very unclear". The Federal Office for Migration and Refugees had imposed a freeze on decisions for ongoing asylum procedures "until the situation is clearer". She added that "concrete possibilities of return cannot yet be predicted and it would be unprofessional to speculate in such a volatile situation". Rights group Amnesty International slammed Germany's freeze on asylum decisions, stressing that for now "the human rights situation in the country is completely unclear". The head of the UN refugee agency also cautioned that "patience and vigilance" were needed on the issue of refugee returns. In Austria, where about 100,000 Syrians live, conservative Chancellor Karl Nehammer instructed the interior ministry "to suspend all ongoing Syrian asylum applications and to review all asylum grants". Interior Minister Gerhard Karner added he had "instructed the ministry to prepare an orderly repatriation and deportation programme to Syria". "The political situation in Syria has changed fundamentally and, above all, rapidly in recent days," the ministry said, adding it is "currently monitoring and analysing the new situation". The French interior ministry said it too would put asylum requests from Syrians on hold, with authorities in Belgium, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Denmark, Sweden and Norway announcing similar moves. Britain's interior ministry said it was taking the same measure "whilst we assess the current situation". The Italian government said late Monday after a cabinet meeting that it too was suspending asylum request "in line with other European partners." The leader of the far-right Sweden Democrats, a coalition partner in the government, said residence permits for Syrian refugees should now be "reviewed". "Destructive Islamist forces are behind the change of power" in Syria, wrote their leader Jimmie Akesson on X. "I see that groups are happy about this development here in Sweden. You should see it as a good opportunity to go home." In Greece, a government spokesman voiced hope that Assad's fall will eventually allow "the safe return of Syrian refugees" to their country, but without announcing concrete measures. In Germany, the debate gained momentum as the country heads towards February elections. Achim Brotel, president of a grouping of German communes, called for border controls to stop fleeing Assad loyalists reaching Germany. The centre-right opposition CDU suggested that rejected Syrian asylum-seekers should now lose so-called subsidiary protection. "If the reason for protection no longer applies, then refugees will have to return to their home country," CDU legislator Thorsten Frei told Welt TV. CDU MP Jens Spahn suggested that Berlin charter flights to Syria and offer 1,000 euros ($1,057) to "anyone who wants to return". A member of Chancellor Olaf Scholz's Social Democrats criticised the debate as "populist and irresponsible". Greens party deputy Anton Hofreiter also said "it is completely unclear what will happen next in Syria" and deportation talk was "completely out of place". Many Syrians in Germany have watched the events in their home country with great joy but prefer to wait and see before deciding whether to return. "We want to go back to Syria," said Mahmoud Zaml, 25, who works in an Arabic pastry shop in Berlin, adding that he hopes to help "rebuild" his country. "But we have to wait a bit now," he told AFP. "We have to see what happens and if it is really 100 percent safe, then we will go back to Syria." burs-fz/rlp/phz/gv/giv

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. (AP) — Zaire Williams scored 24 points and made five 3-pointers, Zavier Fitch added 21 points and Wagner beat Penn State-Scranton 120-30 on Monday. Williams added five rebounds, seven assists, and four steals for the Seahawks (8-5). Fitch had six rebounds, four assists and five steals. Di'Andre Howell-South shot 7 of 10 from the field, including 2 for 4 from 3-point range, and went 4 for 5 from the line to finish with 20 points. Jaiden Wiggins scored 16 points for Penn State-Scranton, which turned it over 29 times. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .

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Mr Biden told African leaders the resource-rich continent of more than 1.4 billion people had been “left behind for much too long”. “But not anymore,” Mr Biden added. “Africa is the future.” Mr Biden used the third and final day of a visit to Angola – his long-awaited, first trip to sub-Saharan Africa as president – to travel to the coastal city of Lobito and tour an Atlantic port terminal that’s part of the Lobito Corridor railway redevelopment. Mr Biden described it as the largest US investment in a train project outside America. The US and allies are investing heavily in the project that will refurbish nearly 1,200 miles of train lines connecting to the mineral-rich areas of Congo and Zambia in central Africa. The corridor, which likely will take years to complete, gives the US better access to cobalt, copper and other critical minerals in Congo and Zambia that are used in batteries for electric vehicles, electronic devices and clean energy technologies that Mr Biden said would power the future. China is dominant in mining in Congo and Zambia. The US investment has strategic implications for US-China economic competition, which went up a notch this week as they traded blows over access to key materials and technologies. The African leaders who met with Mr Biden on Wednesday said the railway corridor offered their countries a much faster route for minerals and goods – and a convenient outlet to Western markets. “This is a project that is full of hope for our countries and our region,” said Congo President Felix Tshisekedi, whose country has more than 70% of the word’s cobalt. “This is not just a logistical project. It is a driving force for economic and social transformation for millions of our people.” The leaders said the corridor should spur private-sector investment and improve a myriad of related areas like roads, communication networks, agriculture and clean energy technologies. For the African countries, it could create a wave of new jobs for a burgeoning young population. Cargo that once took 45 days to get to the US – usually involving trucks via South Africa – would now take around 45 hours, Mr Biden said. He predicted the project could transform the region from a food importer to exporter. It’s “something that if done right will outlast all of us and keep delivering for our people for generations to come,” he said. The announcement of an additional $600 million took the U.S.’s investment in the Lobito Corridor to 4.0 billion dollars (£3.15 billion).

The Golden Globes unveiled nominations this morning, offering a blend of surprising choices and unexpected omissions that could reshape the awards landscape. With the Oscars nomination voting period just weeks away, the Globes voters have once again asserted themselves as a momentum driver, and indicator of what might follow in Hollywood’s most glamorous season. Jacques Audiard’s Spanish-language musical “Emilia Pérez” emerged as the morning’s biggest story, garnering an impressive 10 noms. This feat not only sets a new Golden Globes record for a comedy or musical film, surpassing “Cabaret” (1972) and “Barbie” (2023) which shared the previous record with nine; but also helped Netflix lead the way for all studios with 12 mentions for film. Most importantly, it cemented “Emilia’s” status as one of the year’s frontrunners for the best picture statuette. Adding to the intrigue, these announcements coincide with a particularly frenzied moment in the season. Today marks the deadline for Critics Choice Awards ballots, while Oscar shortlist voting begins in 10 categories, including documentary feature, international feature, sound, visual effects and more. Meanwhile, SAG Awards voting kicks off next week, on Dec. 16, further intensifying the race. On the small screen, the Golden Globes nominations reveal an industry in transition. Again, Netflix had a standout day, racking up seven series noms across its programming slate. Leading the charge were dramas “The Diplomat” and “Squid Game,” comedies “The Gentlemen” and “Nobody Wants This,” and limited series “Baby Reindeer,” “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story,” and “Ripley.” However, FX’s “The Bear” claimed the top spot for all shows with five mentions, keeping up its status as a critical darling. The culinary dramedy has now secured its third consecutive nom, solidifying its place in awards history. Hulu’s “Only Murders in the Building,” another perennial favorite, also fared well (minus the Meryl Streep snub), continuing its streak of recognition for its sharp writing and ensemble performances. The nominations raise pressing questions about how these picks will influence the Oscar race. Can “Emilia Pérez” sustain its momentum in a more traditional Academy landscape? Will Netflix maintain its dominance as a platform capable of excelling in drama, comedy, and limited series? And what does the overwhelming success of “The Bear” say about the growing embrace of hybrid genres in television? Below, we dive into 15 takeaways and pivotal questions from this year’s Golden Globes nominations. Variety parent company PMC owns Dick Clark Prods. in a joint venture with Eldridge Brady Corbet’s sweeping historical epic “The Brutalist” and Edward Berger’s religious thriller “Conclave” emerged as major players, earning seven and six Globe nominations respectively, trailing only the musical “Emilia Pérez.” Both films have been considered serious contenders for the Academy’s top prize, based on industry buzz and glowing reviews. Focus Features, eyeing the first best picture win for the studio, is banking on the power of the preferential ballot, in addition to possible triumphs for drama actor Ralph Fiennes, and screenplay for Peter Straughan. Regarding “Brutalist,” acquired by A24 after its Venice premiere, it has been considered a bonafide contender in multiple categories, including directing, actor for Adrien Brody, and numerous artisan awards. Brody’s nom comes 22 years after his Oscar win for “The Pianist,” and he also won big with New York Film Critics. However, the film’s trajectory has seemed to echo the 2002 awards race when “Pianist” pulled off key upsets in directing (Roman Polanski) and adapted screenplay (Ronald Harwood), losing best picture to another musical “Chicago.” Could “The Brutalist” duplicate a similar evening, if the Academy ends up going for “Emilia Pérez” or “Wicked?” History offers no guarantees. On the drama side, a Globe win for best picture doesn’t always translate to Oscar success. Films like “1917,” “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri,” “The Revenant,” “The Social Network” and “Babel” claimed the Globe but ultimately lost the Oscar’s top prize to “Parasite,” “The Shape of Water,” “Spotlight,” “The King’s Speech” and “The Departed.” Noteworthy is the inclusion of James Mangold’s “A Complete Unknown” in drama, which could see its lead actor nominee Timothee Chalamet emerge victorious. Also, “Dune: Part Two” had a ho-hum showing, which came with only two mentions (one of which is ineligible ), and a head-scratching omission from the box office category. The road for Denis Villeneuve’s masterful sci-fi epic is looking a bit grim. The day after Amazon MGM Studios’ “Nickel Boys” from RaMell Ross and Paramount Pictures’ “September 5” from Tim Fehlbaum tied at the L.A. Film Critics Awards for best editing , the pair landed in the best picture (drama) category, but as the film’s sole nominees. Only seven films in history have been nominated for just one Golden Globe for best picture (drama): “The Great Debaters” (2007), “La Bamba” (1987), “In Cold Blood (1967), “The Professionals” (1966), “The Chalk Garden” (1964), “The Great Escape” (1963) and “The Inspector” (1962). Coincidentally, none of them translated to an Oscar nom for best picture. In addition to their surprise inclusions, it’s also interesting to see which films they pushed out, including A24’s prison drama “Sing Sing” (which landed a sole nod for Colman Domingo) and Bleecker Street’s British character study “Hard Truths” (which was unfortunately shut out). So what does that mean for “Nickel Boys” and “September 5?” Let’s see how they continue to perform. Between Sean Baker’s poignant indie Palme d’Or winner “Anora,” which recently topped the L.A. Film Critics Association , Jacques Audiard’s dazzling nomination leader “Emilia Pérez,” and Jon M. Chu’s beloved blockbuster musical “Wicked,” three of the presumed frontrunners for the Oscar best picture race hail from the comedy/musical side of the Globes. This year’s lineup suggests a resurgence for the genres, but the big question remains: Which film can seal the deal for its studio and ultimately cross the finish line at the Oscars? It’s worth remembering that success in the comedy/musical category at the Globes doesn’t always translate to Oscar glory. In recent years, notable examples include “The Banshees of Inisherin,” which triumphed at the Globes only to lose the best picture Oscar to “Everything Everywhere All at Once” (2022). Similarly, “The Grand Budapest Hotel” charmed its way to a win, only to watch “Birdman” (2014) dominate the Oscars ceremony. But one thing’s for certain: If the Globes producers are looking to ensure maximum audience engagement, they’d be wise to save the comedy/musical categories for the final act of the show. This year’s lineup features all the heavyweights and crowd-pleasers that will keep viewers glued to their screens. There’s been a growing consensus the race for best actress is the most competitive, with an embarrassment of riches. The nominees include Pamela Anderson for “The Last Showgirl,” Angelina Jolie for “Maria,” Nicole Kidman for “Babygirl,” Tilda Swinton for “The Room Next Door,” Fernanda Torres for “I’m Still Here” and Kate Winslet for “Lee.” Each talented performer brings a unique and compelling portrayal to the table, only adding to the fierce competition at hand. Among the nominees, Torres stands out as the only actress whose film also earned another mention, landing a spot in the Non-English Language category. Does the dual recognition make her the frontrunner for this prize? Multiple industry insiders and voter conversations suggest she’s a favorite among members, which could solidify her position as a leading contender, which could help her in her awards prospects. But while Torres may have the edge, Kidman and Jolie’s portrayals have also garnered significant support. For Anderson and Swinton, the nominations provide a much-needed jolt of momentum. Both actresses have faced somewhat muted awards buzz leading up to nominations. And then there’s Winslet, whose double nom — including her nod for the miniseries “The Regime” — adds an intriguing layer. The last time Winslet landed two Globe noms was in 2008 when she went on to win for both “Revolutionary Road” and “The Reader.” Could voters throw one her way? One of the more surprising omissions from this year’s Globes was the snub for Jon M. Chu in the directing category for Universal’s “Wicked,” which prompted a flurry of social media declarations: “It’s over” for the film’s directing and best picture chances. Not so fast, Ozians. History reminds us that a Globe snub doesn’t necessarily spell doom. Five films have gone on to win the Oscar for best picture despite their directors missing out on Globes: “CODA” (2021), “Crash” (2005), “Driving Miss Daisy” (1989), “Chariots of Fire” (1981) and “The Sting” (1973). And in the rare but not impossible case of a director missing the Globe nod and still clinching the Oscar, there are two examples: Roman Polanski for “The Pianist” (2002) and George Roy Hill for “The Sting.” While not unprecedented, Chu’s omission raises the stakes for “Wicked” as the season continues to heat up. The Directors Guild of America noms, which come in January, will be key in determining whether the film’s directorial vision can still carve out its path to Oscar night glory. Also noteworthy, sometimes “overperforming” can be a bad thing in the grand scheme of Oscar campaigning. Just ask “Barbie” following its nine Globe noms, and record-breaking 18 CCA mentions last year. For now, it’s still anyone’s game. India is the new France, at least in the Oscar international feature world. After years of contentious selections — most notably not choosing “Anatomy of a Fall” over “The Taste of Things” last year — France appears to have finally realigned its strategy with Jacques Audiard’s “Emilia Pérez,” a choice vindicated by its 10 noms. In contrast, India’s choice to bypass Payal Kapadia’s Cannes Grand Prix winner, “All We Imagine as Light” in favor of “Lucky Ladies,” turned some heads. Many believe that Kapadia’s film possesses the thematic depth and cinematic artistry to be a true challenger to “Emilia.” Despite not being India’s official entry, “All We Imagine” is gaining traction in the U.S. Securing distribution through Janus Films and Sideshow — the team behind the best picture-nominated “Drive My Car” — Kapadia’s film is poised for a robust awards campaign. Its recent victories in the Foreign Language categories at both the L.A. Film Critics and Gotham awards show strength. Additionally, dual mentions for non-English language and director amplify its visibility and credibility in the crowded awards landscape. This could mimic the road for “Anatomy” last year, which went on to receive five Oscar nominations, winning one for original screenplay. BAFTA will be vital. Searchlight Pictures’ “A Real Pain,” written, directed, and produced by Jesse Eisenberg, had a strong showing at the nominations, earning nods for picture (comedy), supporting actor (Kieran Culkin), actor and screenplay (both for Eisenberg). Thus far, Glen Powell’s charismatic turn in “Hit Man,” Jesse Plemons’ Cannes-winning performance in “Kinds of Kindness” and the double-nominated Sebastian Stan for “A Different Man” have been assumed to be the frontrunners. However, Eisenberg’s momentum, bolstered by “A Real Pain’s” screenplay win from L.A. Film Critics, and Culkin’s current steamroll with other critics groups, suggests he shouldn’t be counted out. If Eisenberg pulls off a Globe victory, he could join an elite club of actors who directed themselves to Oscar nominations, including Bradley Cooper (“A Star Is Born,” “Maestro”), Denzel Washington (“Fences”), and Clint Eastwood (“Million Dollar Baby,” “Unforgiven”). Eisenberg, a former Oscar nominee for “The Social Network” (2010), has proven he’s capable of delivering compelling performances, ones the Academy can embrace, and his work in “A Real Pain” is no exception. Sebastian Stan has doubled his awards season presence, earning two lead noms — one for his daring portrayal of Donald J. Trump in the drama “The Apprentice” and the other for his tender turn as a man grappling with neurofibromatosis in the dramedy “A Different Man.” This rare feat places Stan among an elite group of performers. The last actor to achieve dual lead nominations in both drama and comedy categories was Julianne Moore in 2014, winning for “Still Alice” while also nominated for “Maps to the Stars.” Among male actors, he joins the ranks of Ryan Gosling (2011’s “The Ides of March” and “Crazy, Stupid, Love”), Tom Hanks (1993’s “Philadelphia” and “Sleepless in Seattle”), and Dustin Hoffman (1970’s “Midnight Cowboy” and “John and Mary”). Notably, Gosling is the only one of these not to secure an eventual Oscar nomination, underscoring the significance of this accomplishment. Stan’s awards trajectory is further bolstered by his co-star Jeremy Strong, who earned a supporting actor nom for “Apprentice.” This added co-star presence could strengthen Stan’s chances with Academy voters, particularly in a year with a comparatively weaker lead actor field. However, the road is not without challenges. Vote-splitting between his two standout performances could dilute his Oscar chances, and “The Apprentice,” despite its acclaim, faces polarizing reactions due to the cultural baggage of its subject. On the other hand, “A Different Man,” which won best feature at the Gothams, may present a more accessible option for voters. Perhaps there’s room for our favorite “Winter Soldier?” The Globes acting nods delivered a mix of triumphant milestones and notable snubs with diversity and representation. Latino actors had one of their strongest showings in decades, particularly Afro-Latinos. Colman Domingo earned a nom for his powerful role in “Sing Sing,” while Zoe Saldaña, a standout in “Emilia Pérez,” was joined by her co-star Selena Gomez, who scored a second mention for TV comedy actress in “Only Murders in the Building.” Brazilian actress Fernanda Torres, nominated for “I’m Still Here,” follows in the footsteps of her mother, Fernanda Montenegro, who was recognized in 1998 for “Central Station.” On the TV side, Liza Colón-Zayas (“The Bear”), Sofía Vergara (“Griselda”), and Diego Luna (“La Máquina”) also received deserved noms. Notable: “Alien: Romulus,” directed by Uruguayan auteur Fede Álvarez, earned a spot for box office and cinematic achievement. However, Nicholas Alexander Chavez, the sole Latino main actor in “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story,” was snubbed, even as his co-stars Javier Bardem and Cooper Koch had their names called. Black actors were highlighted on the film side with Denzel Washington (“Gladiator II”), Zendaya (“Challengers”), Cynthia Erivo (“Wicked”), along with Saldaña and Domingo. Yet glaring omissions were felt, with Danielle Deadwyler (“The Piano Lesson”), Clarence Maclin (“Sing Sing”), Marianne Jean-Baptiste (“Hard Truths”), and RaMell Ross (director of “Nickel Boys”) left out. On the TV side, Jamie Foxx’s comedy special earned a nod, as did Quinta Brunson (“Abbott Elementary”), Ayo Edebiri (“The Bear”), and Donald Glover (“Mr. and Mrs. Smith”). AAPI talent shone on the television side, with Ali Wong, Ramy Youssef, Tadanobu Asano, Hiroyuki Sanada, Anna Sawai, and Maya Erskine all landing mentions. Meanwhile, hopes are high for Indigenous performer Kali Reis to follow in Lily Gladstone’s historic win last year (“Killers of the Flower Moon”), with her nom for HBO/Max’s “True Detective: Night Country.” Karla Sofía Gascón hit a significant milestone for the LGBTQ community with her nom for “Emilia Pérez, ” becoming the first out trans performer to be nominated in a top film acting category (“Pose” actor Michaela Jaé Rodriguez won the TV actress comedy in 2022). Non-binary actor Emma D’Arcy was among the TV nominees for “House of the Dragon” in lead drama actress, along with other openly gay actors such as Jodie Foster and Kali Reis (“True Detective: Night Country”) and Richard Gadd (“Baby Reindeer”). That also included film nominees such as Domingo and Erivo. Coralie Fargeat’s bold and visceral “The Substance” made a major splash with five Globe noms, including best picture (Comedy), directing, screenplay, actress (Demi Moore) and supporting actress (Margaret Qualley). A significant moment for the often-overlooked horror genre, but the bigger question remains: Will the Academy embrace this daring, genre-defying choice? The film, which won the screenplay prize at Cannes, has garnered critical acclaim for its audacious storytelling, particularly its jaw-dropping, chaotic third act. International voters could be the group to rally behind its innovative approach, but convincing Hollywood’s more conservative (snobby?) voting body to recognize a horror film is a perennial challenge. Still, the film’s momentum is undeniable. A fascinating footnote: This marks Demi Moore’s first Globe nomination on the film side since “Ghost” (1990) — when she was nominated alongside her “Substance” co-star Qualley’s mother, Andie MacDowell (“Green Card”), before Qualley was even born. A full-circle moment. The first season of Netflix’s “Squid Game” landed three Globe noms in 2021, including drama series. Now, it’s been three years since the show, which became the most-watched series in Netflix history, and voters gave it a sole nom for drama series. But don’t read too much into that. Netflix made Season 2 available to Globe voters (Season 2 doesn’t release until Dec. 26), however, this is different from late-breaking films which have fall festivals and other avenues to pick up steam. The TV awards calendar blends overlapping Emmy seasons. It’s also difficult for a show to take such a long hiatus, and return for more (i.e., “Atlanta”). Nonetheless, “Squid Game” is back in the conversation, and hoping for another dance at the Emmys (especially now that “Succession” is over). While broadcast networks broke their way back into the Emmy race earlier this year with ABC and CBS picking up 38 nods each, that wasn’t the outcome for Globe nominations. ABC’s hit mockumentary “Abbott Elementary” is the sole nominated broadcast show, picking up two noms for TV comedy series and lead actress Quinta Brunson. The rest of the field was dominated by streamers (and a little bit of cable). After “Abbott” won the top prize for the first season, it was de-throned by “The Bear” last year. In the middle of an amazing fourth season, could the critically acclaimed comedy make another trip to the Beverly Hilton ballroom stage? Netflix has long sought a dominant player in the TV comedy awards race, with past contenders like “Orange Is the New Black,” “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt,” “Master of None” and “Wednesday” earning acclaim but falling short of the top prize. Now, the streamer appears poised for a breakthrough with the rom-com series Nobody Wants This. Starring Kristen Bell and Adam Brody, the show centers on the unconventional relationship between an agnostic woman and a rogue rabbi, striking a chord with audiences and critics alike. As a result, the series landed three Globe noms — for Comedy Series, Actor, and Actress — mirroring the same showing at the Critics Choice TV Awards nominations last week. With a 94% score on Rotten Tomatoes and a growing fanbase, “Nobody Wants This” could give Netflix the chance to walk away with its second Globe win for a comedy series after “The Kominsky Method” in 2019. But one thing’s for certain, this is the streamer’s comedy pony to push for next year’s Emmys and they’re determined to get it there. HBO/Max’s crime drama miniseries “The Penguin” has solidified its place in this year’s TV awards conversation, earning three noms for Colin Farrell, Cristin Milioti, and limited series and joining its network counterpart “House of the Dragon” among the genre shows recognized. Farrell, a past Globe winner for the film “In Bruges,” emerges as a formidable contender, potentially challenging Emmy winner Richard Gadd (“Baby Reindeer”). Meanwhile, Milioti’s mention for her standout portrayal positions her as a dark horse in the actress category, where she could upset fellow HBO/Max star Jodie Foster (“True Detective: Night Country”). Interestingly, the Globes and Emmys have aligned in this category for the past five years, but history suggests the occasional surprise. Memorable upsets include Patricia Arquette’s (“Escape at Dannemora”) over Regina King (“Seven Seconds”) and Drew Barrymore’s win for “Grey Gardens” over Emmy-winning co-star Jessica Lange. “The Penguin” could go far. After a historic Emmy loss despite breaking the all-time nomination record for a comedy series, FX’s “The Bear” leads the Globe nominations for all series with five, including comedy series, and four of its actors. While Season 3 of the FX hit received a more tempered response compared to its earlier seasons, this marks the second major voting body to cast their ballots on this previous outing. The Critics Choice TV Awards only provided a sole mention for supporting comedy actress Liza Colón-Zayas. The show’s uneven reception hasn’t stopped its dominance, but the ongoing debate over whether “The Bear” truly qualifies as a comedy will continue to be a topic going into the next season, surely. The question now is whether Globe voters will double down on their love for “Bear,” or pivot to fresher, newer contenders.

European countries suspend Syrian asylum decisions after Assad's fallBaltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh gave a touching Christmas message Saturday after winning a spot in the coming NFL playoffs. After the game, Harbaugh told reporters that it was important to him and millions of others to focus on what the coming holiday actually means, Fox News reported. “I read this to the team in our postgame prayer, and it’s this – this is Mary. Mary, the mother of God, said this when she was with Elizabeth,” Harbaugh said. “She said this, ‘My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God, my Savior.’ So, I just want to wish everybody a Merry Christmas, happy holiday season, and rejoice,” Harbaugh continued. ️ pic.twitter.com/34kdUq73IZ — Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) December 22, 2024 “Rejoice. Rejoice in life. Rejoice in your circumstances. Rejoice in the tough games. Rejoice in the losses. Rejoice in the wins like we’re blessed to do today as a football team, and just rejoice in the people that you love, the people that are close to you. Rejoice,” he recited. “We aren’t here on this Earth to worry about every little thing and spar with one another. We’re here to rejoice in one another and with one another and love one another. Let’s try to remember that this week. This is a big football week – it’s also a big life week. It’s a big spiritual week,” Harbaugh explained. Harbaugh and the Ravens bested the Steelers on Saturday and will next play the Houston Texans on Christmas Day. The Steelers are not out of the hunt, though. They will also play on Christmas Day against the Kansas City Chiefs. Follow Warner Todd Huston on Facebook at: facebook.com/Warner.Todd.Huston , or Truth Social @WarnerToddHustonGreenland says no thanks to Trump purchase idea — againTrump promises to end birthright citizenship: What is it and could he do it?

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Pushpa 2 fever grips the nation; watch these movies on OTT for more Allu Arjun magicSummary: VCA, proudly part of Mars Veterinary Health , and Antech aspire to collaborate at scale with One Health reporting organizations, envisioning a six-step framework for nationwide health initiatives The pet health companies test framework via a large-scale study of humans and pets across the U.S., revealing COVID-19 transmission to pets with no signs of illness LOS ANGELES , Dec. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- VCA Animal Hospitals , a leader in comprehensive veterinary services and Antech , a leader in veterinary diagnostics, today published its Six-Step Framework for Companion Animal Public Health Collaboration, detailing how One Health organizations can integrate pets into a nationwide health response. This innovative framework outlines the necessary considerations and steps to quickly activate this response lever as part of public safety efforts. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration between veterinary professionals, public health officials, and diagnostic experts to create a seamless and effective response system. Prior to the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic, approaches to understand the impacts of infectious disease outbreaks such as SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, on pets were limited and fragmented. A recent VCA study published in Viruses highlights the effectiveness of this new six-step framework in action with VCA and Antech working together to implement rapid-response monitoring and disease detection protocols. This collaboration enabled swift identification and management of COVID-19 cases, demonstrating the potential of the framework to address a critical knowledge gap bridging human and pet health during an emerging public health pandemic. "Traditionally, pets have largely been ignored in public health surveillance, but we want to change that," said Anne Kimmerlein DVM, MPVM, DACVPM, Veterinary Epidemiologist for VCA Animal Hospitals. "Thanks to the participation of our Associates and their pets, we were able to show the impact that the private veterinary sector can have when we come together to address an emerging public health threat. Based on that initial work, we've created a framework for continued and expanded One Health collaboration." The study involved a nationwide approach, focusing on households with confirmed SARS-CoV-2 infections in humans. Pets in these households were monitored for clinical signs consistent with SARS-CoV-2, and samples were collected for PCR and serological testing. The study included 747 dogs and 253 cats. The study highlighted the significance of being watchful of close human-animal contact and preventive measures to reduce transmission risks. The results indicated that pets can contract SARS-CoV-2, primarily through close contact with infected humans. While most pets showed mild or no symptoms, the study nonetheless underscored the recommendation for preventive measures such as good hand hygiene around pets to minimize transmission risks. The findings also demonstrated the potential for pets to seroconvert and develop antibodies, indicating exposure to the virus. "The results of this study show a significant step in advancing our understanding of how closely human and animal health are intertwined – and it was only possible through close collaboration between VCA and our team at Antech," said Christian Leutenegger , Dr. Med. Vet., Ph.D., FHV, Vice President of R&D, Assay Development at Antech Diagnostics . "The research provides a blueprint for continued ongoing collaboration to examine other types of infectious diseases that could impact our pets." VCA and Antech's six-step framework for One Health collaboration sets a new standard for integrating pets into nationwide health responses. By fostering collaboration and leveraging advanced diagnostic tools, this approach helps deliver a swift and effective response to public health crises. The success of the COVID-19 study serves as a testament to the potential of this innovative strategy. "Our commitment to One Health principles has never been stronger," said Marie Kerl , DVM, MPH, MBA, DACVIM, DACVECC and Chief Medical Officer for VCA Animal Hospitals. "By integrating pets into our nationwide health response, we can ensure a more comprehensive approach to public safety and health." To learn more about this groundbreaking framework, visit " Six-Step Framework for Companion Animal Public Health Collaboration ." About VCA Animal Hospitals A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to caring for the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people, and our communities. From general practice to emergency and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine to more than four million pets each year. Our national network of hospitals invests in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enables our Associates to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 430 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed veterinary technicians and more than 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. As part of the Mars Petcare family of businesses, VCA is committed to its Purpose: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS. To learn more about VCA, visit vca.com . About Mars Veterinary Health Mars Veterinary Health is a global division of Mars Petcare dedicated to delivering high-quality pet healthcare to further its collective Purpose: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS. Mars Veterinary Health's 70,000 Associates across 3,000 global veterinary clinics put pets, people, and the planet first. The Mars Veterinary Health family includes Associates at AniCura, Banfield, BluePearl, Creature Comforts, Gentle Oak, Hillside, Linnaeus, Mount Pleasant, Tai Wai , VCA, VES, and VSH who demonstrate compassion and expertise while enabling 35 million pet visits each year. Learn more at marsveterinaryhealth.com . About Antech Antech is a leader in veterinary diagnostics, driven by our passion for innovation that delivers better animal health outcomes. Our products and services span 90+ reference laboratories around the globe; in-house diagnostic laboratory instruments and consumables, including rapid assay diagnostic products and digital cytology services; local and cloud-based data services; practice information management software and related software and support; veterinary imaging and technology; veterinary professional education and training; and board-certified specialist support services. As part of the Mars Petcare family of businesses, Antech is committed to its Purpose: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS. Learn more at AntechDiagnostics.com . SOURCE VCA Animal Hospitals

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Roborock makes history with out-of-this-world video campaignGiven his MVP-candidate status, or simply being one of the best quarterbacks in the league, Josh Allen didn’t have a great game by his standards. It wasn’t even a good game, as the Bills quarterback completed just 16 of 29 passes against the Patriots for 154 yards, with a touchdown and interception. The Bills had entered Sunday’s contest with the Patriots averaging 31.8 points per game, while putting up 40 ppg their last three games alone. They didn’t come close to hitting either total during their 24-21 win over the Pats in bone-chilling conditions at Highmark Stadium. Allen was dealing with some numbness in the fingers of his throwing hand, presumably from a stinger, but didn’t use that as an excuse. He credited the Patriots defense for making it difficult to throw the football. “They played a lot of man (coverage) ... they were undercutting some of our crossing routes,” Allen said after the game. “It’s something we’ll look at and try to get some counters to.” The Patriots started fast, and had a lead at halftime before mistakes short-circuited their effort in the second half, with the Bills taking advantage of the miscues. “That’s a better team than their record shows,” Allen said. “And these division games are tough. It’s someone that we’re used to. They’ve seen us quite a bit over the last few years. They came out ready to play today.”Cher’s memoir made Howard Stern want to ‘strangle’ Sonny Bono

Stockhead Don't miss out on the headlines from Stockhead. Followed categories will be added to My News. Three key megatrends are set to shape the 2025 investment scene Geopolitical tensions and defence spending rise Energy demand surges and AI is influencing markets For investors aiming to get a head start in 2025, understanding the key 'megatrends' that will shape the global economy is crucial. According to deVere Group, one of the world’s largest independent advisory and asset management firms, three key megatrends are set to dominate the investment landscape in 2025: Escalating global conflict, surging energy demand, and the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI). Here’s how these powerful forces could affect markets and how Aussie investors can position themselves to benefit. Geopolitical conflict Geopolitical tensions are on the rise around the world. Europe remains destabilised by ongoing conflicts, the Middle East is grappling with renewed unrest, and East Asia is facing increased territorial disputes. This growing instability is having a profound effect on global markets. As Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group, explained: “Conflict, unfortunately, continues to be a driving force in global markets. According to the Institute for Economics & Peace, the global conflict index is at its highest point since World War II, with over 50 active armed conflicts globally. “The financial ramifications of these tensions are profound.” The result of this increasing conflict is a significant rise in defence spending. For example, the US is projected to exceed US$1 trillion in defence spending in 2025, a figure that is expected to boost investments in advanced military technologies, missile systems, and cybersecurity. “Defence budgets are ballooning... and investments are flowing into advanced military technologies, missile systems and cybersecurity – areas that are critical for national security. “As AI-driven threats rise, companies providing digital defences will be major beneficiaries. “Investors should be looking at how geopolitical risk can actually create long-term opportunities in this space.” Surging energy demand Energy consumption is reaching unprecedented levels, driven by several key factors: global economic growth, the electrification of transport, and the rise of AI. One surprising beneficiary of this surge is nuclear energy, which is undergoing a renaissance despite previous concerns. “The energy transition is at a critical juncture. Investors need to think beyond the traditional green-versus-fossil-fuel narrative,” said Green. Nuclear energy has seen a resurgence, with many older plants being refurbished and new projects slowly progressing despite regulatory delays. Often overlooked, it is now a crucial part of the energy mix. Companies with existing nuclear infrastructure are poised for substantial growth, he added. This signals a promising future for companies with established nuclear infrastructure. Also, offshore oil and gas exploration has picked up again, demonstrating that traditional energy sources still play a vital role in meeting global demand. “Offshore oil and gas exploration is experiencing a revival, signalling confidence in long-term profitability.” Artificial intelligence AI continues to reshape industries worldwide, and its influence is expected to accelerate in 2025, said Green. From automating tasks to transforming business models, AI is not just a passing trend – it’s an essential component of future economic growth. “The companies building the infrastructure to support AI’s expansion will drive the next phase of market gains,” noted Green. “This is a long-term play, and investors who position themselves now will benefit immensely. "While there is always talk of bubbles, the reality is that AI’s transformative potential is only beginning to unfold.” One of the key drivers of AI’s growth is the massive increase in capital expenditure on infrastructure. Tech giants and emerging players are investing heavily in data centres, cloud computing, and hardware to support AI’s rapid development. As more businesses integrate AI into their operations, the companies providing this essential infrastructure stand to see enormous growth. Read more here: Why AI should be on the radar of every investor “2025 will be a year of complexity and opportunity,” Green said. "We expect that conflict, energy, and AI are the investment megatrends that will define 2025." "Now is the time to act.” The views, information, or opinions expressed in this article are solely those of the interviewee and do not represent the views of Stockhead. Stockhead has not provided, endorsed or otherwise assumed responsibility for any financial product advice contained in this article. Originally published as Three key megatrends that could shape investing in 2025 More related stories Stockhead 2025’s hottest resources stocks: Pt 2 In the second part of our end-of-year special, seven more fundies and analysts give their commodity and resources stock picks for 2025. Read more Stockhead 2025’s hottest resources stocks: Pt 1 In the first part of our end-of-year special, seven fundies and analysts give their commodity and resources stock picks for 2025. Read moreWhite House says at least 8 US telecom firms, dozens of nations impacted by China hacking campaign