NEW YORK, Dec. 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Licensing International , the leading trade association for the $356-billion global brand licensing industry, and the Licensing International Foundation , which supports the education of future licensing leaders, today celebrated the induction of Joseph Kaminkow, Maca Rotter, and Stu Seltzer to the Licensing International Hall of Fame. Held at Gotham Hall in New York City, the 2024 Hall of Fame Induction and Rising Star Awards gala also honored the future of brand licensing, recognizing Rising Stars in the licensing business and celebrating the 2024 Licensing International Foundation scholarship recipients. Joseph Kaminkow is the Chief Innovation Officer at Aristocrat Gaming. Kaminkow’s career began when he started his own game development company, Logical Highs, before joining Williams Games. Noticing a resurgence in pinball games in the mid-1980s, Kaminkow partnered with Gary Stern to found Data East Pinball (now Stern Pinball). He was then recruited by International Game Technology to revolutionize slot machines using licensed titles. Kaminkow went on to found Spooky Cool Labs in Chicago, which was acquired by Zynga, before leaving in 2022 to devote himself full-time to Aristocrat Gaming, where he expanded his efforts to bring pop-culture icons to life on the casino floor. Kaminkow resides in Las Vegas with his wife Benita. "Reflecting back on my decades in the gaming industry, licensing has been at the center of much of the work that I’ve done,” said Kaminkow. “Even as consumer preferences and pop culture trends have evolved, licensing has moved with the changing tide. It fills me with pride to have adapted some of the most iconic properties in the world into a gaming format that brings people joy, and it is an honor to receive this recognition from Licensing International." Kaminkow was presented by Eugene Jarvis, President of Raw Thrills, and Gary Stern, Founder, Executive Chairman, and EVP of Stern Pinball. Maca Rotter is President & CEO of La Panadería Licensing. Rotter has more than 25 years of experience in marketing, branding, and licensing. Often referred to as the Queen of Licensing in Mexico, she has achieved great success in founding, developing, and expanding domestic and international markets by implementing innovative and strategic approaches. To establish a legacy and set a standard in the industry for the Hispanic community, Rotter authored the first and only Spanish-language book about consumer products structure and business models in 2014. Rotter served as the first Latin woman on Licensing International’s board of directors and founded the Licensing Association chapter in Mexico. "I know firsthand the power that brand licensing holds in connecting fans and consumers with the properties they cherish, and expanding this industry through Mexico has provided me an incredibly gratifying career,” said Rotter. “Working alongside Licensing International, I am dedicated to continue contributing to this remarkable industry while helping to shape its future growth.” Rotter was presented by Omar Faker, SVP of Non-Scripted Entertainment and Music at TelevisaUnivision. Stu Seltzer is the president of Seltzer Licensing Group, a global agency he has guided for over 25 years. The group is renowned for its expertise in brand licensing, partnership marketing, and strategic alliances. His understanding of the licensing field and adept negotiation skills were honed through pivotal roles at organizations like Yves Saint Laurent and the DC Comics division at Warner Bros. His strategic insights have driven substantial returns on marketing investments for clients, including Unilever, Scotts Miracle-Gro, and the American Red Cross. Seltzer has contributed significantly as an award-winning professor at New York University, where he has taught a course on brand licensing to undergraduates for over 20 years. "Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of collaborating with exceptional brands to build impactful licensing programs,” said Seltzer. “It’s a true honor to have made a difference in this industry and I’m energized by the future as we continue pushing boundaries and creating innovative partnerships together.” Seltzer was presented by Dan Romanelli, Founder of Warner Bros. Consumer Products. Established in 1989, the Licensing International Hall of Fame is home to the most esteemed global licensing executives of the last three decades. Inductees are selected by a committee of industry executives based on nominations received from the global licensing community at large; the Licensing International Board of Directors reviews all recommendations before making a final selection. Joseph Kaminkow, Maca Rotter, and Stu Seltzer join industry luminaries including Kathy Ireland, Martha Stewart, George Lucas, Walt Disney, and Charles Schultz. “Joseph, Maca, and Stu are pioneers in the global brand licensing industry, whose contributions have not only resulted in significant innovation but have also set the standard for leadership and integrity,” said Maura Regan, President of Licensing International. “They have brought iconic brands to life in ways that continue to resonate across generations. This induction is a fitting recognition of their profound impact, as each of them has left an indelible mark on our industry, inspiring countless others to follow in their footsteps.” In addition to honoring Kaminkow, Rotter, and Seltzer, the 2024 Hall of Fame event recognized rising talent making strides in the licensing industry. The event celebrated the eight 2024 Rising Star Award recipients as announced in October . For more than a decade, the Rising Star program has recognized young professionals from around the world who have been nominated by their peers and selected by the Rising Star committee members for their contributions to the global brand licensing industry. Ten students—Nora Atwa, Cameron Faconer, Owen Fu, Andreaz Glasgow, Maycon Gomes da Silva, Skylar Grady, Britney Huston, Remy LeMaire, Matt Stein, and Sophia Rodriguez—were also celebrated as the recipients of the Licensing International Foundation 2024 Scholarship, awarded to accomplished students exploring a career in brand licensing. Licensing International thanks the generous donors that made the event possible, including Gold Sponsor Paramount Consumer Products & Experiences, Silver Sponsor Raw Thrills, and Mattel, the Champion-Level Sponsor for the Rising Star Awards. Nominations for the 2025 Hall of Fame are now open . To learn more about the Licensing International Foundation and support its ongoing mission to educate and inspire the next generation of licensing leaders, visit LicensingInternational.org/About/Foundation . About Licensing International Licensing International is the leading trade organization for the $356+ billion global licensing industry. Licensing International’s mission is to foster the growth and expansion of licensing around the world, raise the level of professionalism for licensing practitioners, and create greater awareness of the benefits of licensing to the business community at large. Founded in 1985, Licensing International members in over 40 countries enjoy access to an array of benefits, including extensive educational programming and worldwide networking events. Visit LicensingInternational.org for more information and to utilize licensing’s definitive online resource. About Licensing International Foundation The Licensing International Foundation was established in 2020 to mark a new chapter in the global association’s charitable initiatives and to continue its decades-long support of the brand licensing community. The Foundation is focused on the education of future licensing leaders through the Licensing International Scholarship Program, which awards grants to deserving individuals who are interested in a career in brand licensing. Visit https://licensinginternational.org/about/foundation/ for more information or to make a donation. Contact Licensing International Elizabeth Foster EFoster@licensing.org A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/0614c3d0-64cf-48aa-9e90-980c1c45a7d3Taiwan President Lai Ching-te spoke by telephone with U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson during Lai's visit to the Pacific, two sources familiar with the situation told Reuters on Thursday, a move likely to infuriate Beijing. Taiwan's presidential office did not immediately answer calls seeking comment. Johnson's office also did not respond to an emailed request for comment. One of the sources said the call happened Wednesday afternoon U.S. time, adding this should not be a reason for China to increase its military intimidation of Taiwan. Sources familiar with the situation have previously told Reuters that China could launch a new round of war games in response to Lai's trip to the Pacific, where he has stopped over in Hawaii and the U.S. territory of Guam. 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ZAYN Malik has returned to the stage for his first gig since the tragic death of ex-One Direction bandmate Liam Payne. Earlier this week, Liam was laid to rest a month after he fell to his death from a balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Tonight, Zayn kicked off his tour, named Stairway To The Sky, in Leeds in front of thousands at the 02 Academy. The star wore a red cap and a hlack t-shirt with rapper Tupac on the front. Adoring fans waved their phones in the air with their flashlights on as Zayn serenaded the crowd. The tour was due to begin in Edinburgh on November 20 but was delayed after the death and funeral of Liam. Zayn was also due to perform in San Francisco, California, on October 23, before playing several more US dates throughout the month and in November but these dates have now been rescheduled. It comes as Zayn gathered alongside Harry Styles, Louis Tomlinson, and Niall Horan to say goodbye to Liam at his funeral on Wednesday. It was the first public appearance Zayn has made with the group since he left the band in 2015. The pop star left One Direction, citing "stress," after withdrawing from the group's world tour. Liam and Zayn found fame together as members of One Direction back in 2010, alongside Harry Styles, Louis Tomlinson and Niall Horan. The group became an international phenomenon, with hits including Kiss You, What Makes You Beautiful and Night Changes. As news of Liam's heartbreaking loss spread around the world, the band released a statement together, before they each made their own separate tributes. Zayn shared a picture of him and Liam cuddled up together in the back of the car as he reflected on their friendship and the time they spent together. He wrote: "Liam I have found myself talking out loud to you, hoping you can hear me, I can't help but think selfishly that there was so many more conversations for us to have in our lives. "I never got to thank you for supporting me through some of the most difficult times in my life. "When I was missing home as a 17-year-old kid, you would always be there with a positive outlook and reassuring smile and let me know you were my friend and that I was loved." He added: "When it came to the music, Liam, you were the most qualified in every sense. "I knew nothing in comparison, I was a novice child with no experience and you were already a professional. "I lost a brother when you left us and can't explain to you what I'd give to just give you a hug one last time and say goodbye to you properly. "I will cherish all the memories I have with you in my heart forever". Liam is survived by his family, including his sister Ruth, and his seven-year-old son, Bear. SHOCKED fans, former co-workers, loved ones and friends flooded social media with sad tributes to Liam Payne after news of his death emerged. Harry Styles’ mum Anne was among the first from One Direction's camp to share her reaction, posting a photo of Liam and writing 'Just a boy...' alongside a broken heart emoji. Britain's Got Talent judge Amanda Holden shared an image of the pair together with the words: "Such an awful tragedy. "Sending love to his family and all those who loved him." X Factor star Olly Murs told fans he was "devastated" and "lost for words". He wrote on social media: “Liam shared the same passions as me, the same dreams so to see his life now end so young hits hard, I’m truly gutted and devastated for his Family and of course his son Bear losing a dad x". Liam Gallagher said he was "very sad" and told his followers on X: "Life is precious Kids, you only get to do it once, go easy." Former X Factor presenter Dermot O’Leary has also expressed his shock and spoke on This Morning. He said: “I remember him as a 14-year-old turning up to audition on The X Factor, and blowing us away singing Sinatra. He just loved to sing. “He was always a joy, had time for everyone, polite, grateful, and was always humble.” BBC Radio 2 presenter Zoe Ball reacted to the "devastating news" on her show and told fans she hugged her own son Woody tight this morning. JLS band member Marvin Humes reflected on his memories with the singer, sharing: "I first met Liam in 2008 with the JLS boys whilst auditioning for X Factor..he was 14 years old.. "We instantly clicked and looked at him as a little brother..that year it worked out for us but not for him and then 2 years later he went back to audition and One Direction was born..the rest is history.. "Absolutely heartbroken by the tragic news..Liam you wanted to be a global superstar and you did it bro..just can’t believe that things have ended this way..it’s shocking..my thoughts and prayers are with all your family and friends brother..RIP." Niall Horan's brother Greg shared an emotional tribute to Liam, praising him as a "top young man". He added: "You will be forever missed. Liam, words can’t describe how much I want to grab my brother and mind him now while the world shows their memories of you and him and the boys. "My heart goes out to your family parents and sisters and your son Bear and your 1D brothers. "10th October we met and we started out that evening as 5 families into one big one 1D family thank you for all the laughs bro watch down on all your family and mind them lots of love kiddo x x x 1D 4 LIFE x x x" German DJ Anton Zaslavski , otherwise known as Zedd , has taken to X with a devastated statement. The producer, who worked with Liam on his 2017 hit Get Low, wrote: "RIP Liam... I can’t believe this is real...absolutely heartbreaking..." American singer, Charlie Puth , who was friends with Liam and also collaborated with him on a song called Bedroom Floor, has posted a series of Instagram stories dedicated to him. Alongside photos of the two of them together in their younger days, Charlie wrote: "I am in shock right now. Liam was always so kind to me. "He was one of the first major artists I got to work with. I can not believe he is gone... "I am so upset right now, may he rest in peace. I am so sorry..." Irish singer duo Jedward also took to social media, saying: "RIP Liam Payne. Condolences to friends and family." In another tweet, they added: "Sending strength to Cheryl and his son Bear. And all the One direction Family. RIP Liam Payne." American media personality Paris Hilton shared: "So upsetting to hear the news of Liam Payne passing. Sending love and condolences to his family & loved ones. RIP my friend." ITV weather presenter Alex Beresford shared a news video about Liam's tragic death on Instagram, adding: "Can't believe this! RIP Liam." Meanwhile Love Island star Molly Marsh penned: "I'm so taken aback, rest in peace." James Cordon also paid his own tribute, describing the star as a "loving and kind soul". The Gavin and Stacey actor wrote on Instagram: "Talking about Liam in the past tense is utterly heart-breaking. "I will treasure the moments I got to spend with him. My thoughts are with his family today x." Payne previously appeared on Cordon's The Late Late Show in America. Former Little Mix star Jade Thirwall - who won X Factor with her bandmates one year after One Direction took part - described him as "the first friend I made in this industry". She said: "We fell out of touch as the years went by, but back in 2008 he was the first friend I made in this industry. "Both of us so young, so ambitious, both hoping we'd 'make it'. I hope you are at peace now". Camila Cabello described his death as a "tragedy" and said he "made an impression" on her when she was a young girl.Public Sector Pension Investment Board increased its holdings in The Hershey Company ( NYSE:HSY – Free Report ) by 18.3% in the third quarter, HoldingsChannel.com reports. The firm owned 6,470 shares of the company’s stock after buying an additional 1,000 shares during the quarter. Public Sector Pension Investment Board’s holdings in Hershey were worth $1,241,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period. A number of other hedge funds also recently bought and sold shares of the business. Charles Schwab Investment Management Inc. raised its stake in shares of Hershey by 2.6% during the 3rd quarter. Charles Schwab Investment Management Inc. now owns 4,387,715 shares of the company’s stock worth $841,476,000 after buying an additional 109,336 shares during the period. Principal Financial Group Inc. lifted its holdings in Hershey by 66.7% during the third quarter. Principal Financial Group Inc. now owns 972,836 shares of the company’s stock valued at $186,571,000 after purchasing an additional 389,404 shares in the last quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP lifted its holdings in Hershey by 3.4% during the second quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP now owns 787,377 shares of the company’s stock valued at $144,743,000 after purchasing an additional 25,780 shares in the last quarter. Envestnet Asset Management Inc. grew its position in shares of Hershey by 23.2% in the second quarter. Envestnet Asset Management Inc. now owns 783,128 shares of the company’s stock valued at $143,962,000 after purchasing an additional 147,215 shares during the period. Finally, Massachusetts Financial Services Co. MA increased its stake in shares of Hershey by 31.3% during the third quarter. Massachusetts Financial Services Co. MA now owns 586,565 shares of the company’s stock worth $112,491,000 after purchasing an additional 139,831 shares in the last quarter. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 57.96% of the company’s stock. Hershey Trading Up 0.2 % Shares of Hershey stock opened at $174.80 on Friday. The stock has a 50 day moving average of $181.00 and a 200 day moving average of $189.22. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.76, a quick ratio of 0.54 and a current ratio of 0.85. The firm has a market capitalization of $35.37 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 20.14, a PEG ratio of 4.30 and a beta of 0.37. The Hershey Company has a fifty-two week low of $168.16 and a fifty-two week high of $211.92. Hershey Announces Dividend Analyst Ratings Changes Several equities research analysts recently issued reports on HSY shares. Royal Bank of Canada lowered their price objective on Hershey from $205.00 to $183.00 and set a “sector perform” rating on the stock in a report on Friday, November 8th. Jefferies Financial Group lowered their price target on Hershey from $163.00 to $161.00 and set an “underperform” rating on the stock in a research note on Thursday, October 31st. UBS Group cut Hershey from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating and dropped their price target for the stock from $226.00 to $209.00 in a research report on Monday, October 7th. Piper Sandler raised their price objective on Hershey from $165.00 to $168.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a report on Friday, November 8th. Finally, Redburn Atlantic began coverage on shares of Hershey in a report on Tuesday, October 22nd. They set a “sell” rating and a $165.00 target price for the company. Five equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating and fourteen have issued a hold rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, the company presently has a consensus rating of “Hold” and a consensus price target of $189.33. Get Our Latest Analysis on Hershey Hershey Profile ( Free Report ) The Hershey Company, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the manufacture and sale of confectionery products and pantry items in the United States and internationally. The company operates through three segments: North America Confectionery, North America Salty Snacks, and International. It offers chocolate and non-chocolate confectionery products; gum and mint refreshment products, including mints, chewing gums, and bubble gums; protein bars; pantry items, such as baking ingredients, toppings, beverages, and sundae syrups; and snack items comprising spreads, bars, snack bites, mixes, popcorn, and pretzels. Further Reading Want to see what other hedge funds are holding HSY? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for The Hershey Company ( NYSE:HSY – Free Report ). 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Silchar: A massive fire broke out on Hospital Road in Silchar on Wednesday afternoon, destroying two shops, several houses, and a political party's office. The blaze sparked widespread panic, prompting SP Cachar Numal Mahatta and a large police contingent to rush to the scene. Eight fire tenders eventually brought the fire under control. A shop selling scientific medical equipment, a hardware store, a CPI(M) party office and a house, located behind the party office, was completely gutted before the fire tenders could reach. Initially, only one fire engine had reached the spot on time, but could do very little as the situation had taken a turn for the worse. Locals reported that the fire may have been caused by a short circuit, while the SP attributed it to a gas cylinder explosion. However, what caught the eye of the locals were leakages in the pipes of the fire tenders, leading to a chaotic scenario. An eyewitness said a short circuit had led to a spark in one of the shops and within a few minutes smoke had started to come out. Local shopkeepers brought the situation under control by shutting off the electrical lines, he said. “At about 1:30 pm, we saw smoke coming out once again and called the fire brigade and emergency services. However, the sight of leaking pipes is extremely disappointing. We still have old vehicles for services, when modern facilities should utilised.” Assam Rifles and ONGC too were pressed into action. We also published the following articles recently Massive fire razes several establishments in Silchars Hospital Road A devastating fire engulfed two shops, homes, and a political office on Hospital Road in Silchar Wednesday. Eight fire tenders battled the blaze, which locals suspect started from a short circuit, while authorities pointed to a gas cylinder explosion. Leaking fire truck pipes hampered efforts, raising concerns about outdated equipment. Fire breaks out in shop, one injured A fire ignited by a generator spark engulfed a quilt and mattress shop in Unnao's Ganga Ghat Kotwali area on Sunday, spreading to neighboring businesses. One person sustained burns. Police swiftly managed traffic while firefighters extinguished the blaze. The incident underscores fire safety concerns in commercial areas. Massive fire engulfs shops in Ranchi's commercial hub A fire erupted Wednesday morning in a Ranchi battery shop on Lalji Hirji road, near Sarjana Chowk, quickly spreading to neighboring businesses. Firefighters battled the blaze, fueled by potentially explosive lithium batteries, for three hours. Six fire tenders from three stations responded to the scene around 10:30 am. Stay updated with the latest news on Times of India . Don't miss daily games like Crossword , Sudoku , and Mini Crossword .Overhauls of 'heritage brands' raise the question: How important are our products to our identities?
Scottie Pippen thinks Michael Jordan 'ruined basketball' and LeBron James is 'the greatest player this game has ever seen': 'Michael wanted everything done for him, LeBron does everything'Artillery-hunting radar systems that can detect more than 100 targets aimed at troops on the battlefield every minute have been bought by the British Army as it steps up its war preparations. The Taipan system, developed by Saab, can spot artillery rounds being fired by enemy guns from 60 miles away, before relaying that information so that UK troops can fire back. As part of “shoot and scoot” tactics, the army’s self-propelled artillery systems, such as Archer howitzers, then move less than 20 seconds after firing to avoid being targeted in response. Highlighting the importance of such technology, an army source compared the tactics being used in the conflict in Ukraine with those seen during the First World War. “Since the First World War, finding the enemy’s guns has always been a big priority because artillery can do loads and loads of damage. This is really obvious from Ukraine because the Russians do not move without significant amounts of artillery support,” the source said. They added that the radar was crucial in order to detect the enemy artillery as soon as it opens fire so it could be rapidly destroyed.What the Penguins have done since Thanksgiving Eve has been admirable. When everyone thought they were circling the drain, they won nine of 13 entering the NHL's Christmas break, flirting with a possible playoff spot. Their power play, which last year was a significant drag, was clicking at 30.8% during that time, their penalty kill at 90.6%. Meanwhile, they had simplified their breakouts, played tighter in the neutral zone and displayed a willingness to dump and chase to create offense. Perhaps most important, they showed during various stretches an ability to sustain momentum. Crazy, I know. But what happened Saturday on Long Island during a 6-3 loss to the Islanders at UBS Arena felt a little like a splash of cold water to the face, a reminder that problems still exist and that this remains a fringe playoff team at best. It's an uncomfortable reality, sure. Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang only have so many years left. There's an inherent sense of urgency there, a need for Penguins president of hockey operations Kyle Dubas to place at least some importance on the present and not turn 100% of his attention to the future. But the best thing for Dubas and Co. remains to take a sober look at the assets the Penguins have, where they stand in the Eastern Conference playoff race, and probably make a couple ruthless decisions in the months ahead. In other words, Dubas should not deviate from the plan or get lulled into some false sense of security provided by this team's pre-holiday run. If Rickard Rakell (17 goals) is playing well enough that the Penguins might be able to attach Ryan Graves' contract to a deal and get talent back, Dubas should accept short-term frustration for the long-term gain the vacated salary-cap space would provide. Provided Marcus Pettersson (lower-body injury) returns soon, he's also an enticing trade chip — and someone more natural to move considering he's playing on an expiring contract. Now, this doesn't mean the Penguins should exclusively target draft picks in return. They should want players who are either NHL-ready or darn close in exchange for Rakell, Pettersson and other movable pieces. The tradeoff, of course, is functioning with less this season to receive contributions from new guys as early as 2025-26, when Crosby, Malkin and Letang (plus Erik Karlsson if you want to include him with that group) are still around to enjoy it. As far as Karlsson, I'd absolutely listen to offers, though I'm not sure how they'd sound considering the combination of his age, salary and play this season. Fortunately for Dubas and the Penguins, no decisions need to be made now. What the Penguins lacked on Saturday could prove to be a one-game blip — and that would be great. Change everything if the Penguins can somehow show that their 9-3-1 run heading into the break was real. I just don't know how much it has raised the group's collective ceiling. Given the team's depth issues on defense, it's natural to worry about the Penguins' ability to prevent opposing teams from scoring; they're still permitting an NHL-worst 3.70 goals against per game. It's also tough to see how their 53 goals scored (tied for the NHL lead) between Nov. 27 and Saturday is sustainable considering they shot 15.3% during that time. Last season, for context, the Penguins shot just 9.4%. At some point, the offense will normalize, and the Penguins will have to reliably prevent other teams from scoring. I've yet to see enough from Tristan Jarry and the Penguins' team defense to believe that's going to happen. Jarry wasn't the primary problem against the Islanders, but he also didn't offer much in the way of a solution. Since returning to the NHL club on Nov. 15, and prior to Saturday, Jarry had produced a modest .894 save percentage. The intriguing part might be if an opposing team has seen enough to give Dubas something for Jarry — which would be another move the Penguins absolutely must consider. With Joel Blomqvist in the minors, the Penguins have natural back-fill at the position. The dream would be if Blomqvist was able to get meaningful experience and show he's capable of handling an NHL workload. It's also highly questionable whether an offer would ever arrive for Jarry, which is another discussion. Sure, the Penguins are 16-16-5, their 37 points one back of the Ottawa Senators when it comes to the final wild card spot in the Eastern Conference. Erasing a two-year playoff drought would be nice, especially when you consider how poorly this season started. However, pretty much anyone who has watched the Penguins this season should see that considerable flaws still exist. They lack consistent scoring outside of the top line. Defending the net-front was a sizable issue against the Islanders and has been for too much of this season. Offensive depth and owning the battle areas are keys to any sort of playoff run. The same for what happens far too frequently when their defensemen pinch. The same as he said back in April, Dubas shouldn't get caught up in any one snapshot and instead evaluate the team based on its entire body of work ... while simultaneously building a younger, deeper roster that can legitimately compete for a longer stretch of time. ©2024 PG Publishing Co. Visit at post-gazette.com. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
Meta to build $10 billion AI data center in LouisianaOn paper, Luigi Mangione had it all: wealth, intellect, athleticism, good looks. But the child of a prominent Maryland family may have spurned it all in a spasm of violence, in a killing that has mesmerized Americans. The 26-year-old was arrested Monday and charged with the murder of Brian Thompson, a health insurance chief executive and father of two who was gunned down in Manhattan last week by someone who, evidence suggests, has endured his own debilitating health crises and grew angry with the privatized US medical system. The cold-blooded killing has laid bare the deep frustration many Americans feel toward the country's labyrinthine health care system: while many have condemned the shooting, others have praised Mangione as a hero. It has also prompted considerable interest in how a young engineer with an Ivy League education could have gone off the rails to commit murder. News of his capture at a Pennsylvania McDonald's triggered an explosion of online activity, with Mangione quickly amassing new followers on social media as citizen sleuths and US media tried to understand who he is. As Americans have looked for clues about a political ideology or potential motive, a photo on his X account (formerly Twitter) includes an X-ray of an apparently injured spine. Mangione lived in Hawaii in 2022 and, according to his former roommate R.J. Martin, suffered from back pain, and was hoping to strengthen his back. After a surfing lesson, Mangione was "in bed for about a week" because of the pain, Martin told CNN. Earlier this year, Martin said, Mangione confirmed he'd had back surgery and sent him photos of the X-rays. Police said the suspect carried a hand-written manifesto of grievances in which he slammed America's "most expensive health care system in the world." "He was writing a lot about his disdain for corporate America and in particular the health care industry," New York police chief detective Joseph Kenny told ABC. According to CNN, a document recovered when Mangione was arrested included the phrase "these parasites had it coming." Meanwhile, memes and jokes proliferated, many riffing on his first name and comparing him to the "Mario Bros." video game character Luigi. Many expressed at least partial sympathy, having had their own harrowing experiences with the US health care system. "Godspeed. Please know that we all hear you," wrote one user on Facebook. Mangione hails from the Baltimore area. His wealthy Italian-American family owns local businesses, including the Hayfields Country Club, according to local outlet the Baltimore Banner, and cousin Nino Mangione is a Maryland state delegate. A standout student, Luigi graduated at the top of his high school class in 2016. A former student who knew Mangione at the elite Gilman School told AFP the suspect struck him as "a normal guy, nice kid." "There was nothing about him that was off, at least from my perception," the person said. Mangione attended the prestigious University of Pennsylvania, where he completed both a bachelor's and master's degree in computer science by 2020, according to a university spokesperson. While at Penn, Mangione co-led a group of 60 undergraduates who collaborated on video game projects, as noted in a now-deleted university webpage. On Instagram Mangione shared snapshots of his travels, and shirtless images of himself flaunting a six-pack. X users have scoured Mangione's posts for potential motives. His header photo includes an X-ray of a spine with bolts attached. Finding a political ideology that fits neatly onto the right-left divide has proved elusive, though he had written a review of Ted Kaczynski's manifesto on online site Goodreads, calling it "prescient." Kaczynski, known as the Unabomber, carried out multiple bombings in the United States from 1978 to 1995, in a campaign he said was aimed at halting the advance of modern society and technology. Mangione has also linked approvingly to posts criticizing secularism as a harmful consequence of Christianity's decline, and retweeted posts on the impact mobile phones and social media have on mental health. ia/abo-mlm/nroShoppers despair as Easter eggs found on supermarket shelves in December
Pelicans Reveal Extent Of Pain, Offer Injury Update On Zion Williamson, OthersNEW YORK — U.S. stock indexes rose to more records Wednesday after tech companies talked up how much of a boost they’re getting from the artificial-intelligence boom. The S&P 500 climbed 0.6% to add to what’s set to be one of its best years of the millennium. It’s the 56th time the index hit an all-time high this year after climbing in 11 of the last 12 days. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 308 points, or 0.7%, while the Nasdaq composite added 1.3% to its own record. Salesforce helped pull the market higher after delivering stronger revenue for the latest quarter than analysts expected, though its profit fell just short. CEO Mark Benioff highlighted the company’s artificial-intelligence offering for customers, saying “the rise of autonomous AI agents is revolutionizing global labor, reshaping how industries operate and scale.” The stock price of the company, which helps businesses manage their customers, jumped 11%. Marvell Technology leaped even more after delivering better results than expected, up 23.2%. CEO Matt Murphy said the semiconductor supplier is seeing strong demand from AI and gave a forecast for profit in the upcoming quarter that topped analysts’ expectations. All the optimistic talk helped Nvidia, the company whose chips are powering much of the move into AI, rally 3.5%. It was the strongest force pushing upward on the S&P 500 by far. They helped offset an 8.9% drop for Foot Locker, which reported profit and revenue that fell short of analysts’ expectations. CEO Mary Dillon said the company is taking a more cautious view, and it cut its forecasts for sales and profit this year. Dillon pointed to how keen customers are for discounts and how soft demand is outside of Thanksgiving week and other key selling periods. In the bond market, the yield on the 10-year Treasury fell to 4.18% from 4.23% late Tuesday. On Wall Street, Campbell’s sank 6.2% for one of the S&P 500’s sharper losses despite increasing its dividend and reporting a stronger profit than analysts expected. Its revenue fell short of Wall Street’s expectations, and the National Football League’s Washington Commanders hired Campbell’s CEO Mark Clouse as its team president. Gains for airline stocks helped offset that drop after JetBlue Airways said it saw stronger bookings for travel in November and December following the presidential election. It also said it’s benefiting from lower fuel prices, as well as lower costs because of improved on-time performance. JetBlue jumped 8.3%, while Southwest Airlines climbed 3.5%. All told, the S&P 500 rose 36.61 points to 6,086.49. The Dow climbed 308.51 to 45,014.04, and the Nasdaq composite rallied 254.21 to 19,735.12. Get local news delivered to your inbox!Does Billionaire Ray Dalio Know Something Wall Street Doesn't? He Just Unloaded All of His CrowdStrike Shares and Is Piling Into This New S&P 500 Artificial Intelligence Stock That's Soared 300% This Year.
Principal U.S. Small-Cap Multi-Factor ETF (NASDAQ:PSC) to Issue $0.08 DividendSANTA CLARA — When Isaac Guerendo trots onto the field with the first team Sunday at Levi’s Stadium, he will equal the same number of starts he had in five years of college football. Hard to believe, but Guerendo started exactly one time, and it came in his final college game at Louisville. Against USC in the Holiday Bowl, Guerendo carried 23 times for 161 yards and three touchdowns and added five receptions in a 42-28 loss. In 40 other games at Wisconsin and Louisville, Guerendo played in a shared backfield –something he’s done with the 49ers this season behind Jordan Mason and Christian McCaffrey . With McCaffrey on injured reserve with a PCL strain and Mason to follow soon with a high ankle sprain, Guerendo should get his biggest workload since his last college game. “I’m excited, but really it’s whatever it takes to win,” Guerendo said Wednesday as the 49ers (5-7) began preparations to host the Bears (4-8). “Whatever the plan looks like is what we’ll bring.” Guerendo will be backed up by Patrick Taylor Jr., who was on the roster earlier this season when McCaffrey was dealing with bilateral Achilles tendinitis, then re-signed to the practice squad. Taylor was promoted Tuesday, and the 49ers also made a waiver claim on former Jets running back Israel Abanikanda. “I think he’s ready to go,” 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said. “He had some ups and downs but got better through everything. I think he’s ready for this.” Guerendo, 6-foot and 219 pounds, has 42 carries for 246 yards and two touchdowns, averaging a gaudy 5.9 yards per carry. His 15-yard run in the third quarter was the 49ers’ lone touchdown in a 35-10 loss to the Buffalo Bills. The 49ers traded up to get Guerendo in the fourth round, only to see him sidelined with a hamstring strain in his first training camp practice. A speedy wide receiver at Avon High School in Indiana who also ran track and played basketball, Guerendo carried 10 times for 99 yards with a long run of 76 against Seattle and 14 times for 85 yards against Dallas. At Wisconsin, Guerendo played behind Jonathan Taylor, now a star running back for the Indianapolis Colts. He split time as a graduate student at Louisville with Jawhar Jordan, who rushed for 1,128 yards while Guerendo had 810 yards on 132 carries and a 6.1-yard average. The good news is Guerendo’s body hasn’t taken on the normal amount of abuse for a running back. And Guerendo feels he’s up to the challenge after playing 12 games with old-school running backs coach Bobby Turner. “I always give credit to Coach T for preparing everybody like they’re going to be the starter, so that when moments do come, you’re ready for it,” Guerendo said. McCaffrey appeared to have finally gotten untracked against the Bills, gaining 53 yards on seven carries before getting tripped up on a 19-yard burst in the second quarter. But the tackle injured his knee, Mason injured his ankle, and Guerendo became the lead runner for a team that is sixth in the NFL in rushing. Over time, Guerendo has become accustomed to the speed of the NFL game. “I think it takes guys some time,” Shanahan said. “You start to get a feel for it, if you’ve got the right stuff, you get more reps and the more you adjust to it. How hard you’ve got to hit stuff, how quick those holes close, how you have to hit it full speed and can’t hesitate. We’ve seen that stuff get better in practice and we’ve seen it carry over into games.” McCaffrey, meanwhile, took to social media in the form of a lengthy Instagram post to explain how he was feeling after his latest injury. He wrote of his love for football, how humbling it is and his desire to return. “This wasn’t my year, and sometimes when it rains, it pours,” McCaffrey wrote. “You can feel sorry for yourself and listen to the birds, or you can hold the line. I’m grateful for the support of everyone in my corner and promise I’ll work smarter and harder to come back better from this.” For those who dream big, Shanahan said with a six-week time frame, McCaffrey could conceivably return if the 49ers reach the postseason. THE INJURY LIST Those who didn’t practice Wednesday included edge rusher Nick Bosa (hips, obliques), left tackle Trent Williams (ankle), left guard Aaron Banks (concussion), Mason (ankle) and linebacker Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles (ankle). Cornerback Deommodore Lenoir (knee), linebacker Dre Greenlaw (Achilles) and safety Talanoa Hufanga (wrist) were limited. Defensive tackle Jordan Elliott has cleared concussion protocol after missing the Buffalo game. Hufanga joined Greenlaw as practicing during a 21-day window. Shanahan said it’s more likely Greenlaw would be activated before a Thursday night game against the Los Angeles Rams on Dec. 12 than against Chicago. HUFANGA AND THE CLUB After recovering from an ACL tear last season, Hufanga has played in just two games this season. First, he was felled by an ankle injury, and then a wrist injury that needed surgery. When activated, he’ll play with a protective club on his right hand. “I was still dealing with the ankle. I was about to get it re-wrapped and for some reason my hand wouldn’t open,” Hufanga said. Hufanga said he’ll try to use the protective device as a benefit rather than a detriment. “I had a good friend back in the day who played with a club who had three picks in one game, so you never know,” Hufanga said. MOORE FARES WELL Left tackle Jaylon Moore acquitted himself well for the second straight game in starting in place of Williams. “It was OK, but you can always get better and that’s what I’m focusing on — the things I can get better at,” Moore said. Tight end George Kittle noted last week that Moore was at left tackle all through training camp during Williams’ holdout, so it’s not like he hasn’t been with the first team. “It definitely did help, especially being comfortable with the group,” Moore said. “The quarterback’s cadence, the guy you’re next to, all the small stuff comes into play.”
NEW YORK , Dec. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Report with market evolution powered by AI - The global property management market size is estimated to grow by USD 11.3 billion from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 7.81% during the forecast period. Adherence to industry and government regulations for property listings is driving market growth, with a trend towards blockchain and smart contracts. However, changing skill requirements for the adoption of emerging technologies poses a challenge. Key market players include 360 Mango Solutions Pvt. Ltd., Amadeus IT Group SA, CBRE Group Inc., Ciirus Inc., Digital Arbitrage Ltd., Ezee Technosys Pvt. Ltd., Frontdesk Anywhere Inc., Guestline Ltd., Honeywell International Inc., Hotelogix India Pvt. Ltd., InnKey PMS, InnQuest Software, International Business Machines Corp., Koch Industries Inc., Microsoft Corp., Micro Star International Co. Ltd., Northwind Commercial Real Estate, Oracle Corp., Saaranya Hospitality Technologies Pvt. Ltd., and SAP SE. AI-Powered Market Evolution Insights. Our comprehensive market report ready with the latest trends, growth opportunities, and strategic analysis- View Free Sample Report PDF Forecast period 2024-2028 Base Year 2023 Historic Data 2017 - 2021 Segment Covered Application (Commercial, Industrial, Residential, and Recreational marinas), Component (Solutions and Services), and Geography (North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East and Africa) Region Covered North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East and Africa Key companies profiled 360 Mango Solutions Pvt. Ltd., Amadeus IT Group SA, CBRE Group Inc., Ciirus Inc., Digital Arbitrage Ltd., Ezee Technosys Pvt. Ltd., Frontdesk Anywhere Inc., Guestline Ltd., Honeywell International Inc., Hotelogix India Pvt. Ltd., InnKey PMS, InnQuest Software, International Business Machines Corp., Koch Industries Inc., Microsoft Corp., Micro Star International Co. Ltd., Northwind Commercial Real Estate, Oracle Corp., Saaranya Hospitality Technologies Pvt. Ltd., and SAP SE Key Market Trends Fueling Growth Property management is a dynamic market that caters to property owners, landlords, and real estate professionals. Urbanization drives demand for property operations, including maintenance, tenant interactions, and returns. Population growth fuels the need for residential, commercial, industrial spaces, and rental properties. Technology plays a crucial role, with digital solutions enhancing accountability through lease management, tenant communication, and customer satisfaction. Property maintenance and tenant management remain key focus areas, especially during lockdowns and economic uncertainty. Anarock Property Consultants' opportunity assessment highlights trends like smart building projects, workplace mobility, and IoT devices. Real-time data and smart buildings prioritize public safety and offer cost savings. However, financial limitations and security risks require careful consideration when deploying AR, VR technologies. Porter's Five Forces analysis reveals components like competition, supplier power, buyer power, threat of new entrants, and threat of substitutes. Cloud-based solutions cater to SMEs and large enterprises in verticals like ITES, telecommunications, banking, financial services, insurance, manufacturing, consumer goods, healthcare, entertainment, and trade. Blockchain technology is revolutionizing the property management industry by enabling faster and more secure transactions and information exchanges. Smart contracts based on this technology are becoming popular alternatives to traditional lease agreements and rent-collecting procedures. These contracts automate contract processing, saving time and effort, while adding safety and transparency to real estate transactions. Another emerging trend is property tokenization, which transforms specific properties into tokens for secure transfer between contract parties. This innovative approach streamlines transactions and opens new opportunities for real estate startups. Insights on how AI is driving innovation, efficiency, and market growth- Request Sample! Market Challenges Property management entails overseeing and maintaining real estate assets, including residential, commercial, and industrial spaces. Property owners and landlords rely on real estate professionals to ensure optimal property operations and returns. Urbanization and population growth present challenges, such as tenant interactions, maintenance, and accountability. Technology plays a crucial role, with digital solutions enhancing lease management, tenant communication, and customer satisfaction. Economic uncertainty and lockdowns necessitate adaptability and innovation. Anarock Property Consultants' opportunity assessment highlights the potential of smart building projects, workplace mobility, and IoT devices. However, financial limitations, security risks, and compliance concerns necessitate careful consideration when deploying AR, VR technologies, or IT solutions. Porter's Five Forces analysis reveals components like competition, suppliers, buyers, threats, and substitutes impacting the property management market. Organizations, from SMEs to Large Enterprises in sectors like ITES, Telecommunications, Banking, Financial Services, Insurance, Manufacturing, Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Entertainment, and Trade, grapple with these challenges. Advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence, chatbots, and machine learning, are revolutionizing the property management industry. These technologies streamline problem-solving processes, keeping customers informed and in control. By analyzing customer behavior patterns, property managers can offer customized solutions. Customer-facing applications are emerging, allowing customers to engage in the management process. Data analytics is being integrated into property management software to derive insights, better understand customer needs, and predict demand trends. These advancements enhance customer satisfaction and efficiency in property management. Insights into how AI is reshaping industries and driving growth- Download a Sample Report Segment Overview This property management market report extensively covers market segmentation by Application 1.1 Commercial 1.2 Industrial 1.3 Residential 1.4 Recreational marinas Component 2.1 Solutions 2.2 Services Geography 3.1 North America 3.2 Europe 3.3 APAC 3.4 South America 3.5 Middle East and Africa 1.1 Commercial- Commercial property management involves overseeing the administration and operation of non-residential properties, including office buildings, retail spaces, industrial facilities, and commercial complexes. The commercial segment requires specialized expertise in tasks unique to commercial real estate, such as lease negotiations, tenant retention strategies, facility maintenance, and adherence to commercial property regulations. The demand for commercial property management services has escalated due to the intricacy of managing diverse commercial real estate portfolios. Notably, the APAC region, particularly China and India , is experiencing significant growth in the commercial property sector. Cities like Shanghai and Beijing in China have witnessed increased office space requirements, with international corporations setting up operations. In the Middle East , countries such as the UAE, Saudi Arabia , and Qatar are expanding their commercial sectors with infrastructure projects and free zones. Dubai , for instance, has emerged as a global business hub, necessitating advanced commercial property management services for large office complexes, shopping malls, and industrial zones. The growth of the commercial real estate sector will continue to fuel the market's expansion in the commercial segment during the forecast period. Download complimentary Sample Report to gain insights into AI's impact on market dynamics, emerging trends, and future opportunities- including forecast (2024-2028) and historic data (2017 - 2021) Research Analysis Property management refers to the process of overseeing and maintaining real estate properties on behalf of property owners, landlords, and real estate professionals. Urbanization and population growth have led to an increased demand for property management services, encompassing residential, commercial, industrial spaces, and rental properties. Property operations include tenant interactions, maintenance, and ensuring optimal returns for property ownership experience. The property management market faces various challenges such as lockdowns and economic uncertainty. However, digital solutions are transforming the industry, enabling efficient property management through cloud-based platforms and on-premises systems. Porter's Five Forces analysis reveals component suppliers as a significant force, with ITES and real estate professionals as buyers. Deployment types include on-premises and cloud solutions, catering to organization sizes ranging from SMEs to large enterprises in the verticals of property management. Market Research Overview Property management refers to the process of overseeing and maintaining real estate properties on behalf of property owners, landlords, and real estate professionals. Urbanization and population growth have led to an increased demand for property management services, encompassing residential, commercial, industrial spaces, and rental properties. Property operations include maintenance, tenant interactions, and lease management. Technology plays a crucial role, with digital solutions offering accountability, tenant communication, and customer satisfaction. Porter's Five Forces analysis reveals components such as threat of new entrants, bargaining power of buyers, suppliers, and substitutes, and competitive rivalry. Property management solutions are deployed on-premises or in the cloud, catering to SMEs and large enterprises across various verticals like ITES, telecommunications, banking, financial services, insurance, manufacturing, consumer goods, healthcare, entertainment, and trade. The ongoing challenges of lockdowns and economic uncertainty necessitate smart building projects, workplace mobility, IoT devices, real-time data, and smart devices. Financial limitations, security risks, and compliance concerns call for innovative solutions like AR and VR technologies, data structures, IT teams, and buyer experiences. Table of Contents: 1 Executive Summary 2 Market Landscape 3 Market Sizing 4 Historic Market Size 5 Five Forces Analysis 6 Market Segmentation Application Commercial Industrial Residential Recreational Marinas Component Solutions Services Geography North America Europe APAC South America Middle East And Africa 7 Customer Landscape 8 Geographic Landscape 9 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends 10 Company Landscape 11 Company Analysis 12 Appendix About Technavio Technavio is a leading global technology research and advisory company. Their research and analysis focuses on emerging market trends and provides actionable insights to help businesses identify market opportunities and develop effective strategies to optimize their market positions. With over 500 specialized analysts, Technavio's report library consists of more than 17,000 reports and counting, covering 800 technologies, spanning across 50 countries. Their client base consists of enterprises of all sizes, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies. This growing client base relies on Technavio's comprehensive coverage, extensive research, and actionable market insights to identify opportunities in existing and potential markets and assess their competitive positions within changing market scenarios. Contacts Technavio Research Jesse Maida Media & Marketing Executive US: +1 844 364 1100 UK: +44 203 893 3200 Email: media@technavio.com Website: www.technavio.com/ View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/property-management-market-to-grow-by-usd-11-3-billion-2024-2028-driven-by-compliance-with-industry-regulations-with-ai-transforming-the-landscape---technavio-302321199.html SOURCE Technavio © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.There is plenty of NBA action on Wednesday, Dec. 4 including a matchup in which the Boston Celtics host the Detroit Pistons at TD Garden in Boston. The game is scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m. EST and will be broadcast on NBC Sports Boston and FanDuel Sports Network Detroit . Fans looking to watch this NBA game can do so by using FuboTV , which offers $30 off your first month, or DirecTV Stream, which offers a free trial or with SlingTV, which doesn’t offer a free trial but has promotional offers available . The Celtics are 17-4 and looking for their second win over the Pistons this season after knocking them off in October, 124-118. The Pistons are losers of three of their last four including each of their last two. They are playing the second night of a back-to-back Who: Detroit Pistons vs. Boston Celtics When: Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 7:30 p.m. EST Where: TD Garden in Boston Stream: FuboTV ; Sling ; DirecTV Stream (free trial) Betting: Check out our MA sports betting guide , where you can learn basic terminology, definitions and how to read odds for those interested in learning how to bet in Massachusetts. More College Football What is FuboTV? FuboTV is an internet television service that offers more than 200 channels across sports and entertainment including Paramount+ with SHOWTIME . From the UEFA Champions League to the WNBA to international tournaments ranging across sports, there’s plenty of options available on FuboTV, which offers $30 off the first month for new customers. What is DirecTV Stream? DirecTV Stream offers practically everything DirecTV provides, except for a remote and a streaming device to connect to your television. Sign up now and get three free months of premium channels including MAX , Paramount+ with SHOWTIME and Starz. What is SlingTV? SlingTV offers a variety of live programing ranging from news and sports and starting as low as $20 a month for your first month. Subscribers also get a month of DVR Plus free if they sign up now. Choose from a variety of sports packages without long-term contracts and with easy cancelation. RELATED CONTENT: Analysis: The NBA’s 3-point craze is only getting crazier, with the Celtics leading the charge By TIM REYNOLDS AP Basketball Writer Make more 3-pointers than your opponent in this NBA era, and you’re likely to win. Make a lot more 3s than your opponent, and you’re almost certain to win. The Boston Celtics are clearly banking on that thinking as they seek back-to-back titles. All the 3-point numbers in the NBA are on the rise yet again, with the league on yet another record pace for both 3s made and 3s attempted. This can’t come as a surprise, given there’s been a steady rise in those numbers across the league for more than a decade. But the Celtics are relying upon the 3-pointer like no team in NBA history — on pace to smash the league records for 3s made and attempted in a season — and other teams are taking note of the approach. “When we’re at our best, you have to have an understanding,” Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla said. “This is what we do. ... At the end of the day, we’re trying to be the best version of ourselves more than other people.” The best version of the Celtics is the version that includes them shooting it from deep and shooting it from there often. They’re not alone in that sort of thinking. Of the NBA’s 30 teams, 13 are on pace to shoot more 3s this season than they ever have before. “It helps, for sure, and our guys have really worked at that,” said Miami coach Erik Spoelstra, whose team is one of the 13 — along with Boston, Brooklyn, Charlotte, Chicago, Cleveland, Detroit, Oklahoma City, Orlando, Philadelphia, Phoenix, San Antonio and Washington — on a franchise-record pace for 3-point attempts. “It all works together, though. It can’t just be 3s and it can’t just be paint attacks.” It’s silly to say that one stat — other than points, obviously — can dictate winning or losing, but it sure seems like an edge in 3-pointers made equates to victories. So far this season, the team that takes more 3-pointers in a game wins 53% of the time. The team that makes more 3-pointers wins 67% of the time. If a team makes five more 3s than its opponent, it wins 75% of the time. And if a team makes 10 more 3s than its opponent, game over: Those clubs, after the Celtics did it to the Heat on Monday, are now 31-0 this season. “Rhythm shots, catch-and-shoot 3s, open shots, you’ve got to be willing to take those,” Toronto coach Darko Rajaković said. “Players at this level, they spend so much time working on their shot — working in the offseason, working in-season — you’ve got to have confidence to take those shots.” Only two teams in league history — the 2018-19 Houston Rockets and 2020-21 Utah Jazz — have finished a season having gotten more points off 3-pointers than they did 2-pointers. That club is going to have a new member or two when this season is over. This is an example of how what Boston is doing is never-before-seen. The Celtics are getting 47% of their points off 3s and only 37% off 2s, an unprecedented difference. (And most of those 2s are at the rim.) Meanwhile, the Charlotte Hornets are getting 45% of points off 3s, 42% off 2s. It’s almost unheard of to be that 3-point reliant. The Jazz got 43% of their points on 3s in 2020-21, 42% on 2s. The Rockets got 42% of their points on 3s in 2018-19, 41% on 2s. Charlotte is in its first year under coach Charles Lee — who, it should be noted, coached in Boston last season under Mazzulla. It’s not a stretch to conclude that Lee brought the Boston-3-party mentality to Charlotte and gave his shooters a very green light. “We’re challenging them in a lot of different ways,” Lee said. There have been six instances entering this week of a player taking at least 18 3-pointers in a game this season. One was by Indiana’s Tyrese Haliburton. Another was by Boston’s Jayson Tatum. The other four were by Charlotte players — three by LaMelo Ball (including the NBA’s first 20 3-point-attempt game this season) and the other by Brandon Miller. All this comes in an era where basically everybody is shooting 3s and has been for some time. The Heat had a game last week where Spoelstra played 10 players and all of them tried at least two 3s in a game. Of the top 200 scorers in the league this season in terms of total points, 95% of them have made at least one 3-pointer. And the 5% that aren’t in that group, they’re all post players who almost never venture outside the arc — guys like Ivica Zubac, Jakob Poeltl, Daniel Gafford, Jarrett Allen, Clint Capela and Rudy Gobert. Rajaković doesn’t see this increased 3-point reliance ending anytime soon. “If you make them, awesome, get back to the gym and work and get in more,” Rajaković said. “If you miss them, get back to the gym and work and get in more.” The Associated Press contributed to this article