HAMILTON — After a scoreless opener Sunday in the Mercer County Soccer Hall of Fame/Glenn “Mooch” Myernick Senior Games at Al Cowell Field in Veterans Park, the boys wanted to show what they could do offensively. Despite having eight goalkeepers on its side, the White team built a two-goal lead at halftime, only to see the Red side come storming back in the second 40 minutes. It only took eight minutes for the Red team to tie the score, then 10 more before it officially took the lead (after having another goal waved off by an offside call). Before the Reds were finished, they flipped the game on its head to win, 5-2. “We got really motivated from the halftime speech we got from our coaches (namely Mercer County Soccer Hall of Fame president Harold “Bird” Fink),” West Windsor-Plainsboro High South’s Radesh Sankaran said. “We came out and played a lot better in the second half.” After Trenton’s Josh Hernandez had the go-ahead goal wiped out by a linesman’s flag with 30:45 to go, Sankaran came away with the game-winner as he cranked a left-footed shot into the near corner of the net off a pass from Hopewell Valley High’s Andrew Halko with 23:25 left in the second half. That goal put the Red team up, 3-2. Halko’s assist was his second of the half after setting up Princeton High’s Archie Smith 4:30 after intermission. Smith then came back to knot the score just over three minutes later when he bounced in a shot off a lead from the Lawrenceville School’s Brady Le. The turn of events spoiled an inspired first half by the White team in which two of their goalies, who were playing in the field, contributed to their offense. Despite being without its own inspirational Hall of Fame coach, Mickey Forker, who was dealing with a health issue and had to miss the event at the last minute, coach Tony Rosica’s White squad came out smoking. First, Princeton Day School’s ’keeper Oren Yakoby served a corner kick to Allentown’s Scott Jordan 27:30 into the game, and Jordan smoked a head ball past the Red side’s lone ’keeper Nicolas Holmelund from Princeton High. Ten minutes later, Robbinsville goalkeeper Brody Kaplan got into the scoring act when he kicked in a re-direction of a pass from Jordan to double the White side’s lead. “That was pretty fun,” said Kaplan, who, like all eight of the sectional champion Robbinsville and Princeton High boys playing in the game, would have rather been going for another state title at Franklin High Sunday. “Scotty sent a really nice ball to me and, from there, it was pretty easy (to score). In the second half, we were mostly just messing around and having fun.” There was the point of the day, so for both clubs, that was a success. Allentown High goalie J.P. Navroski held the opposition scoreless in the first half by making 10 saves. The second half was a different story after the White side made a change in net. The Red team did not care who was at the line. They were not done scoring. Eight minutes after Sankaran’s goal, his Pirate teammate Animesh Chauhan got into the act, sending a crossing shot past Ewing High goalie Elias Martinez for a 4-2 advantage. After Kaplan teamed with his Ravens teammate Ethan Pagani for a flying kick just over the crossbar, which would have tightened the score with 3:35 to play, the Hun School’s Diego Pena and Notre Dame High’s Luigi Barricelli teamed up to deny Princeton’s Azariah Breitman at the other end 20 seconds later. However, Breitman kept attacking until setting up the final tally with 1:30 left, dropping a slick pass to Lawrence High’s Platon Trofimchuk for the final dagger. White 2 0 — 2 Red 0 5 — 5 Goals: Jordan, Kaplan (W), ASmith 2, Sankaran, AChauhan, Trofimchuk (R); Assists: Yakoby, Jordan (W), Halko 2, Le, Trofimchuk, Breitman (R). Shots: 12 (W), 20 (R); Saves: Holmelund 9 (W), Navroski 10, EMartinez 3, Pena 2 (R).Westchester Capital Management Inc. trimmed its stake in shares of Alphabet Inc. ( NASDAQ:GOOGL – Free Report ) by 2.5% in the third quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 109,967 shares of the information services provider’s stock after selling 2,770 shares during the quarter. Alphabet comprises 4.4% of Westchester Capital Management Inc.’s investment portfolio, making the stock its 10th biggest holding. Westchester Capital Management Inc.’s holdings in Alphabet were worth $18,238,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. A number of other institutional investors have also modified their holdings of the stock. International Assets Investment Management LLC boosted its holdings in shares of Alphabet by 43,005.6% in the third quarter. International Assets Investment Management LLC now owns 18,743,594 shares of the information services provider’s stock valued at $31,086,250,000 after acquiring an additional 18,700,111 shares in the last quarter. SG Americas Securities LLC lifted its position in Alphabet by 587.4% in the third quarter. SG Americas Securities LLC now owns 10,690,326 shares of the information services provider’s stock valued at $1,772,991,000 after purchasing an additional 9,135,056 shares during the period. Capital Research Global Investors lifted its position in Alphabet by 14.4% in the first quarter. Capital Research Global Investors now owns 57,803,291 shares of the information services provider’s stock valued at $8,724,251,000 after purchasing an additional 7,275,757 shares during the period. Assenagon Asset Management S.A. increased its position in Alphabet by 116.4% during the 3rd quarter. Assenagon Asset Management S.A. now owns 8,670,225 shares of the information services provider’s stock worth $1,437,957,000 after purchasing an additional 4,662,809 shares during the period. Finally, Wulff Hansen & CO. increased its position in Alphabet by 18,810.2% during the 2nd quarter. Wulff Hansen & CO. now owns 4,434,260 shares of the information services provider’s stock worth $807,700,000 after purchasing an additional 4,410,811 shares during the period. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 40.03% of the company’s stock. Analysts Set New Price Targets A number of analysts recently weighed in on GOOGL shares. Phillip Securities upgraded Alphabet to a “strong-buy” rating in a research note on Friday, November 1st. Truist Financial raised their target price on Alphabet from $220.00 to $225.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a report on Wednesday, October 30th. Evercore ISI upped their price target on shares of Alphabet from $200.00 to $205.00 and gave the stock an “outperform” rating in a research note on Wednesday, October 30th. Piper Sandler reiterated an “overweight” rating and issued a $210.00 price objective (up previously from $200.00) on shares of Alphabet in a research note on Wednesday, October 30th. Finally, Sanford C. Bernstein boosted their price objective on shares of Alphabet from $180.00 to $185.00 and gave the stock a “market perform” rating in a report on Wednesday, October 30th. Seven analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating, thirty-one have assigned a buy rating and five have issued a strong buy rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat, the stock has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $205.90. Insider Activity In other news, CEO Sundar Pichai sold 22,500 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction dated Wednesday, November 20th. The stock was sold at an average price of $176.67, for a total value of $3,975,075.00. Following the completion of the sale, the chief executive officer now owns 2,061,806 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $364,259,266.02. This represents a 1.08 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available at this hyperlink . Also, CAO Amie Thuener O’toole sold 2,835 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, September 10th. The shares were sold at an average price of $151.53, for a total value of $429,587.55. Following the sale, the chief accounting officer now owns 29,182 shares in the company, valued at approximately $4,421,948.46. The trade was a 8.85 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The disclosure for this sale can be found here . In the last 90 days, insiders have sold 206,795 shares of company stock valued at $34,673,866. Company insiders own 11.55% of the company’s stock. Alphabet Trading Down 1.7 % Shares of GOOGL opened at $164.76 on Friday. The stock’s fifty day simple moving average is $167.64 and its 200 day simple moving average is $170.36. Alphabet Inc. has a twelve month low of $127.90 and a twelve month high of $191.75. The company has a current ratio of 1.95, a quick ratio of 1.95 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.04. The firm has a market capitalization of $2.02 trillion, a P/E ratio of 21.85, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.27 and a beta of 1.03. Alphabet ( NASDAQ:GOOGL – Get Free Report ) last released its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, October 29th. The information services provider reported $2.12 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.83 by $0.29. The business had revenue of $88.27 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $72.85 billion. Alphabet had a return on equity of 31.66% and a net margin of 27.74%. During the same period in the previous year, the company posted $1.55 EPS. On average, equities research analysts forecast that Alphabet Inc. will post 7.99 earnings per share for the current year. Alphabet Announces Dividend The firm also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Monday, December 16th. Stockholders of record on Monday, December 9th will be given a $0.20 dividend. This represents a $0.80 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 0.49%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Monday, December 9th. Alphabet’s payout ratio is currently 10.61%. About Alphabet ( Free Report ) Alphabet Inc offers various products and platforms in the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Asia-Pacific, Canada, and Latin America. It operates through Google Services, Google Cloud, and Other Bets segments. The Google Services segment provides products and services, including ads, Android, Chrome, devices, Gmail, Google Drive, Google Maps, Google Photos, Google Play, Search, and YouTube. 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Pep Guardiola: It’s my responsibility to solve Manchester City’s poor runMIAMI , Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyatt Centric South Beach Miami is proud to announce the completion of its highly anticipated renovations, redefining luxury and sophistication in the heart of South Beach at 1600 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139. Designed by Lang & Schwander to embody the vibrant energy and upscale charm of Miami , the updates include newly reimagined rooms and suites, check-in lobby, inclusivity spaces, from food and beverage and communal lounge areas that celebrate the hotel's commitment to connecting guests to the pulse of the city. Elevated Rooms and Suites The newly renovated 105 guest rooms and suites blend modern design with thoughtful functionality. Each space is adorned with sleek furnishings, neutral tones, and vibrant accents inspired by Miami's art scene. Enhanced amenities include plush bedding, state-of-the-art technology, and expansive windows offering stunning views of South Beach's iconic skyline and coastline. Enhanced Check-In Lobby and Inclusivity Spaces Guests are greeted with an upgraded check-in lobby on the third floor that exudes warmth and style. Featuring contemporary decor and comfortable seating, the space serves as an inviting prelude to their South Beach experience. Communal areas have also been reimagined to foster connection, offering vibrant social spaces. From a chic full bar serving classic and unique cocktails, to indoor communal lounge area to serene outdoor terraces, Hyatt Centric South Beach Miami provides the perfect setting to connect and recharge with fellow travelers. Unparalleled Amenities Hyatt Centric South Beach Miami continues to deliver exceptional amenities that cater to modern travelers. Guests can enjoy: "Hyatt Centric South Beach Miami has always been envisioned as a destination where the vibrant spirit of South Beach meets unparalleled hospitality. Our recent renovations mark the next chapter in our dedication to elevating guest experiences and showcasing the beauty and culture of Miami Beach ," said Robert Finvarb , Founder of Robert Finvarb Companies. Hyatt Centric South Beach Miami serves as the ultimate launchpad for adventure, offering guests access to the city's finest attractions, including Ocean Drive, Lincoln Road Mall, and the Art Deco Historic District. About Hyatt Centric Hyatt Centric is a brand of full-service lifestyle hotels located in prime destinations. Created to connect guests to the heart of the action, Hyatt Centric hotels are thoughtfully designed to enable exploration and discovery so they never miss a moment of adventure. Each hotel offers social spaces to connect with others in the lobby, meanwhile the bar and restaurant are local hot spots where great conversations, locally inspired food and signature cocktails can be enjoyed. Streamlined modern rooms focus on delivering everything guests want and nothing they don't. A passionately engaged team is there to provide local expertise on the best food, nightlife and activities the destination has to offer. For more information, please visit hyattcentric.com . Follow @HyattCentric on Facebook and Instagram , and tag photos with #HyattCentric. About Robert Finvarb Companies Hyatt Centric is a brand of full-service lifestyle hotels located in prime destinations. Created to connect guests to the heart of the action, Hyatt Centric hotels are thoughtfully designed to enable exploration and discovery so they never miss a moment of adventure. Each hotel offers social spaces to connect with others in the lobby, meanwhile the bar and restaurant are local hot spots where great conversations, locally inspired food and signature cocktails can be enjoyed. Streamlined modern rooms focus on delivering everything guests want and nothing they don't. A passionately engaged team is there to provide local expertise on the best food, nightlife and activities the destination has to offer. For more information, please visit hyattcentric.com . Follow @HyattCentric on Facebook and Instagram , and tag photos with #HyattCentric. About Robert Finvarb Companies Robert Finvarb Companies (RFC) is a private real estate investment and development company based in Miami, Florida . Robert Finvarb , founder of the company, started his development career in 2002. Since then, RFC has developed nineteen hotels containing an excess of 3,500 guestrooms that operate under various Marriott and Hyatt brands and are located in seven states and the District of Columbia . RFC has a reputation for developing high-quality assets and possesses a track record of success in all market cycles. As a private company, the principals invest their own equity in all projects and are personally involved in all phases of development and operations. For more than 20 years, RFC has carefully cultivated its reputation of excellence in the hospitality industry. RFC's team of development and lodging specialists have a wide-ranging expertise in real estate and capital markets that is applied in identifying accretive investment opportunities to maximize the financial performance of such projects. 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Whale attention cannot be denied on Rexas Finance , as the token has currently recorded over 420,000 entries due to the ongoing giveaway, which is set to reward 20 lucky participants with $50,000 worth of RXS tokens as a participatory incentive. Blockchain's security and transparency ease asset tokenization and maintenance, creating an innovative approach for turning real-world assets into digital tokens. Rexas Finance makes transactions secure, seamless, and intermediary-free with advanced tools and smart contract technology. To ensure security, dependability, and compliance with industry standards, CertiK audited the platform's RXS token. RXS, priced at $0.150 in its stage 10 presale, is predicted to generate up to 6x profits for early investors at $0.20 and a capped supply of 1 billion tokens. As tokenized assets add value, RXS's supply will tighten, increasing its value and preparing the platform for long-term success. Rexas Finance's staking incentives feature encourages asset accumulation and boosts the token's value over time. This encourages many investors, reducing the possibility of huge institutions concentrating on ownership. RXS has appeared on CoinMarketCap and CoinGecko as the concept grows. Rexas Finance's accessibility and trust attract retail investors who perceive it as a unique way to invest in tokenized assets. The novel methodology and rising market presence of Rexas Finance are primed to make a large impact, attracting whales and retail investors looking for the next altcoin market success. Bitcoin (BTC) Bitcoin (BTC) draws whale and retail attention as altcoin season accelerates, but market signals suggest a turning moment. Bitcoin's Market Value to Realised Value (MVRV) ratio is approaching historically high levels, which have often been followed by market losses, especially in 2018, 2021, 2022, and early 2024, according to TheBlock. BTC may fall soon. Bitcoin's dominance dropped from 53% to 51% last week, signaling that altcoins are gaining and that BTC is losing market share. Market mood reflected miners selling 85,503 BTC in two days, bringing their balances to their lowest monthly levels. This massive sell-off verifies Pessimism since MACD is bearish. With this trend, Bitcoin may fall to $95K or $91K instead of $100K. The Money Flow Index (MFI) shows increased buying activity, suggesting Bitcoin could soon breach $100K if momentum builds. This conflicting outlook keeps whales and average investors on edge as they anticipate a drop followed by a recovery in Bitcoin. Litecoin (LTE) As the altcoin season starts to gain traction, Litecoin popularly identified as the silver that goes righteously with Bitcoin, makes a shock comeback as the whales and the retail sector show interest into to it. Even though it is categorized as one of the old coins in the world of cryptocurrency, Litecoin has always been overshadowed by Bitcoin and Ethereum. However, one of its upgrades in 2022, the MimbleWimble, which enhances privacy and scalability, makes the coin appealing to investors. Privacy-focused currencies like Monero, Secret, and Decred are growing in popularity, especially with the impending regulatory shift by the Republican government. This enhancement improves Litecoin's ability to offer more private transactions. Institutional investors now trust Litecoin more due to its prospective inclusion in a Spot Bitcoin ETF. On December 2, 2023, Litecoin rose 19% overnight to $122.79, rewarding almost 60% of holders. Litecoin has since risen 100% to $142, a year-to-date gain. With its all-time high of $410 still far off, Litecoin might triple in value and reach $427, making it one of the most intriguing altcoins to follow this season. Ripple (XRP) As altcoin season begins, Ripple's XRP has gained 86% in seven days to $2.65, attracting whale and retail attention. The minting of approximately 10 million RLUSD stablecoins on the XRP Ledger shows Ripple's commitment to extending its ecosystem and improving liquidity solutions, driving this bullish momentum. These improvements have bolstered investor confidence, increasing institutional and retail interest. Due to the token's improving market position, many XRP users are confident about reaching $5 by Christmas. XRP's trading volume has climbed to over $39 billion in the past 24 hours, and its price has risen 430% in the last month, indicating both whales and retail investors are betting on its continued growth as a prominent altcoin. Avalanche (AVAX) Avalanche (AVAX) has drawn whale investors and retail traders during cryptocurrency season with its strong performance and promising future. Just behind Tron with a $21.5 billion market cap, Avalanche has witnessed tremendous upward momentum, rising 4.7% today to $52.76. This follows a 23% increase last week and a 120% spike in November, a historic era for the coin. The 20-day exponential moving average of $44 provides support against abrupt price declines, but breaking over $56 resistance might push Avalanche to $65 due to significant buying demand. The recent deployment of the Avalanche 9000 upgrade on the testnet has unlocked $40 million in developer awards, boosting the ecosystem. Strong technical indicators and a growing ecosystem position Avalanche as a leading cryptocurrency competitor, attracting major and retail investors. Stellar (XLM) As cryptocurrency season speeds up, whale investors and ordinary traders are paying attention to Stellar (XLM). The Stellar price has been consolidating between $0.60 and $0.45, down 2% over the past week, although sentiment remains strong. Due to a 460% spike last month, it performed well among top altcoins this quarter. Technical indicators like MACD and Moving Averages indicate buy opportunities, boosting Stellar's potential. XLM is over 45% below its 2018 all-time high of $0.93, but analysts believe it could break $1 this cycle. Stellar's price chart shows it will overcome immediate resistance and continue rising. By recruiting investors interested in its revolutionary blockchain solutions, Stellar can capitalize on the growing need for rapid, low-cost cross-border payments. Today, whales and regular investors recognize its potential, making Stellar one of the most talked-about altcoins. Tron (TRX) Tron is one of the most exciting altcoins to follow as altcoin season gets speed, attracting big whale investments and retail attention. The coin has doubled in value this month to $0.32, cementing its spot in the CoinMarketCap crypto top 10. Tron's $30 million investment in WLFI to strengthen its position in the U.S. blockchain industry and the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem is a major cause of this spike. Tron's stablecoin dominance is also clear, with the blockchain accounting for 92% of USDT transactions across all chains. Tron is popular with crypto whales that transfer enormous sums of USDT between wallets due to its low fees. Tron's successful introduction of the Tron Sun.pump meme platform this summer piqued investor interest. Tron is a strong contender for cryptocurrency season investors due to these events. Aptos (APT) As cryptocurrency season heats up, whale investors and ordinary traders flock to Aptos (APT), a Layer-1 blockchain and 2024 contender. The network's sophisticated development environment and expanding Total Value Locked (TVL) indicate growing confidence and engagement in its ecosystem, making it a prominent player in the decentralized finance (DeFi) landscape. Investors were excited when Aptos broke $13, establishing new records. According to analysts, APT might reach a new ATH soon due to the blockchain's excellent scalability, low transaction fees, and increased acceptance of its development tools. Aptos is poised to lead decentralized finance, offering it a tempting investment option for institutional whales and ordinary investors. Sui (SUI) Whales and regular investors are paying attention to SUI as the altcoin season intensifies. The coin recently broke its all-time high and is approaching $5, indicating market confidence. The network's Total Value Locked (TVL) exceeds $2.9 billion, indicating increased acceptance and use across decentralized apps. Analysts are comparing SUI's price behavior to Solana's early years, suggesting a parabolic boom that might increase its value. SUI is also drawing individual and institutional investors who perceive it as a strong contender for exponential growth due to ETF rumors. SUI is quickly becoming one of the most promising altcoins of the season due to its good fundamentals and growing attention from significant players. Toncoin (TON) As the cryptocurrency season intensifies, Toncoin is attracting the attention of both whale investors and ordinary traders. Trading between $6 and $7, Toncoin has risen 44% in the past month, boosting anticipation for more increases. If it breaks $8, the nearest resistance level, it could reach $9. Prices are neutral, with oscillators including the Relative Strength Index (RSI) at 66.20 and Stochastic %K at 79.25, but the trend is positive. MACD indicates a purchase at 0.3963, while Momentum indicates a minor sell at 0.6230, signaling market balance. The 10-day EMA at $6.6159, 50-day EMA at $5.8345, and 200-day EMA at $5.6076 all provide buy signals, indicating a bullish trend across many periods. Toncoin's persistent upward momentum and simplicity of access on platforms like ChangeNOW without registration or hidden fees make it a viable alternative for short-term and long-term investors. Toncoin may rise more as investor confidence rises during the altcoin season. Conclusion As the altcoin season gets momentum, a few coins are drawing whale and retail attention. Ripple's XRP, Rexas Finance (RXS), and Litecoin, among others, are growing rapidly due to good fundamentals, new technologies, and investor trust. In the next several years, altcoins will likely gain a lot, especially if companies put forward regulatory dynamics, contextual frameworks, or marketing. Bitcoin, the lead cryptocurrency, is likely not the only one that exists, as while Bitcoin is the leader, others are gaining the ability to play the metagame of marketing. 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There is nothing Taylor Swift does better than a surprise song. And fans at the Nov. 21 Eras Tour concert in Toronto —marking the Grammy winner’s second weekend in the city—were treated to a particularly special mashup of two songs that fans have long believed to be about one of Taylor’s famous exes, Joe Jonas . Indeed, when it came time for the acoustic section of the three-hour long concert, Taylor stepped up to the mic with her guitar in hand to sing “Mr. Perfectly Fine," a song from the vault released in 2021 on Fearless (Taylor’s Version) . Taylor then transitioned to “Better Than Revenge” from Speak Now , teasing the audience with , “Time for a little revenge.” That particular track fans believe to be about Joe’s relationship with Camilla Belle , which began shortly after Taylor and Joe’s months-long romance in 2008. “The story starts when it was hot and it was summer and / I had it all, I had him right there where I wanted him,” Taylor sings in the song’s first verse. “She came along, got him alone, and let’s hear the applause / She took him faster than you can say ‘sabotage.’” But those aren’t the only songs inspired by her relationship with the Jonas Brothers member—"Forever & Always,” “Last Kiss” and “Holy Ground” are also believed to be about the summer romance. After all, getting broken up with in a 27-second phone call isn’t something easily shaken off. Yet, in the many years since the pair parted ways, they’ve long buried the hatchet . As Joe—who was married to Taylor’s BFF Sophie Turner until their Sept. 2023 split—told Armchair Expert host Dax Shepard in May 2023, “I'm cool with Taylor. We're cool." The 35-year-old also expressed his hope that he’s back on the good side of Swifites, too. After all, he knows Taylor’s fans remember it all too well. "I hope to think they like me," he added of Taylor’s loyal fan base. "No one f--ks with the Swifties, you know?" But, as he noted, his and Taylor’s parting is now “many, many years removed." For her part, Taylor, too, has noted she maybe needed to calm down following their split. Because in May 2019, when asked what her most rebellious teenage act was, Taylor told Ellen DeGeneres , "Probably when I, like, put Joe Jonas on blast on your show. That was too much. I was 18. We laugh about it now but that was mouthy." Yet, despite the 15 years separating the drama, fans in Toronto were still thrilled to hear the mashup—if the screaming in videos shared to social can be believed. But the Eras Tour hasn’t always been smooth sailing in the year-and-a-half since Taylor embarked on the epic journey. For all the times the 34-year-old has handled onstage malfunctions like a pro, keep reading. A Tech Issue? She's Ready For It It’s cool—that’s what Taylor Swift basically tells ‘em after experiencing a technical difficulty during her show in Stockholm, Sweden. As seen in a video shared on TikTok , the "Cruel Summer" singer told concertgoers to “talk amongst yourselves” as she dealt with an issue with her mic pack. And when she noticed things still weren’t perfectly fine with the device, she unfastened her blue dress—unveiling underneath the gold bra and black shorts she wears elsewhere in her performance—to figure out what was wrong. After a crew member helped her out, Taylor swiftly tied up her dress and resumed the concert like a pro. Bad Blood With a Boot Call it what you want, but it looks like Taylor experienced a bit of a shoe debacle when the heel of one of her bejeweled boots broke during a concert in Rio de Janeiro. But instead of leaving a blank space as to what she’d do next, Taylor simply tore off the bottom of her footwear and tossed it into a crowd —leaving one lucky fan enchanted by the souvenir. Knowing All Too Well How to Solve the Problem And that’s how it works, that’s how you get back on track after an audio issue. As seen in a video shared on social media , Taylor was singing “Love Story” in Mexico when she had a problem with her earpiece that affected her ability to hear where her band was in the song. Instead of jumping into a getaway car, she headed to her guitarist and was soon able to follow along by apparently watching the chords being played. Never Going Out of Style This night was sparkling, and Taylor wasn't going to let it go because of a broken garter. Fans captured the moment The Tortured Poets Department artist noticed the accessory mishap during her concert in Tampa (sing it all together now) Florida!!! So as she was performing “Anti-Hero," she walked over to her backup singers—who were the heroes of the day and helped her get it back on correctly. The Great War With the Bug To the insect that interrupted her Chicago show: Taylor knew you were trouble when you walked, or rather flew, in her mouth. Still, she played it off and didn’t let it bring down the buzz of the evening. “I swallowed a bug. I’m so sorry,” Taylor told the crowd after she began coughing on stage, per a clip shared on social media . “It’s totally fine. It’s just stupid. Oh, delicious. Oh god, is there any chance that none of you saw that?" Long Live That Piano Predicament When Taylor’s piano started mysteriously acting up during her concert in Foxborough, Mass., she probably thought, I can fix it (no really I can) . But after it kept making noises without her even striking a key, she figured the torrential downpour from her earlier show had caused a problem and she knew she wasn't out of the woods. “This has clearly broken my keyboard,” Taylor said, as seen in a video shared on X . “‘Cause it was like literally underwater. I didn’t know how any of the instruments were working last night. So this is broken. I’m just going to get the guitar.” Long Story Short, Her Mic Cut Out You could hear it in the silence—Taylor trying to get her microphone to work. After it cut out during her Chicago show, the music mogul playfully screamed into the microphone to see if anyone could hear her. And while she could’ve stayed, stayed, stayed upset over the malfunction, a video showed her laughing along and poking fun at the incident as the crowd cheered her on. Stage Problems Not Champagne Problems Betty, I won’t make assumptions about why there was a delay in Taylor’s stage dive during her Tampa show. But we think it’s because the floor opening didn’t appear right away— at least according to this video. Still, the stage eventually parted so Taylor could perform her epic stunt. Fearless Moves After Taylor finished performing “Look What You Made Me Do” at her Cincinnati show, she expected a floor door to open and for a platform to lower her beneath the stage. But after the “Love Story” artist hit her mark and nothing happened, she got tired of waiting, wonderin' if it was ever comin’ around. And because her faith in it was fading, she ran off with her dancers to prepare for the next song. Taylor even joked about it on TikTok after footage of the moment spread on social media—writing alongside a video of the moment, “Still swift af boi.” Enchanting Jokes Taylor once sang she was never good at telling jokes, but the punchline for this one was certainly funny. While experiencing a technical difficulty with her earpiece at an Atlanta show, she filled the time gap with a little cat humor. “A cat walks into a library, and the cat says, 'Um, yes I'll have some tuna fish please,'” Taylor told the audience as seen in a video shared by People . "And the lady at the counter says, 'Sir this is a library.' And the cat says, 'Oh, I'm sorry. [And whispers,] I'll have some tuna fish please.'" Not long after, the earpiece issue was fixed. “I'm so sorry,” she continued. “My ears are back. Just at the perfect time because that was like a dad joke from hell."VANCOUVER - Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem says the central bank is preparing for a future that looks more uncertain and more prone to shocks. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * VANCOUVER - Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem says the central bank is preparing for a future that looks more uncertain and more prone to shocks. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? VANCOUVER – Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem says the central bank is preparing for a future that looks more uncertain and more prone to shocks. In a speech to the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade, he said Monday structural changes are underway in the world including demographic shifts, technological changes, decarbonization and a move away from globalization. “We need to use the pandemic experience to prepare for future crises,” Macklem said in a prepared text of his speech. To that end, Macklem says the Bank of Canada is working to learn what it can from how the economy reacted to the pandemic and in its aftermath. The Bank of Canada is conducting a review of the policy actions it took to restore financial stability and support the economy during the pandemic that it plans to publish along with an assessment of an independent panel of experts. Macklem said the spike in inflation in 2022 was a reminder that even though inflation was relatively low and stable for 30 years leading up to the pandemic, central banks cannot take public trust for granted. “All of a sudden, people couldn’t afford the things they need. And while inflation is low once again, many prices are still a lot higher than they were before the pandemic. So people feel ripped off. And that erodes public trust in our economic system,” he said in his speech. Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. The Bank of Canada has cut its key policy interest rate five times this year including last week when it reduced the benchmark by a half a percentage point to 3.25 per cent. Macklem says the bank will be evaluating the need for further reductions in the policy rate one decision at a time and anticipates a more gradual approach to monetary policy if the economy evolves as expected. Statistics Canada reported last month that the annual inflation rate was two per cent in Ontario, hitting the Bank of Canada’s target. The speech by Macklem came ahead of the release of the November inflation report on Tuesday. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 16, 2024. Advertisement Advertisement
DETROIT (AP) — Starting in September of 2027, all new passenger vehicles in the U.S. will have to sound a warning if rear-seat passengers don’t buckle up. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Monday that it finalized the rule, which also requires enhanced warnings when front seat belts aren’t fastened. The agency estimates that the new rule will save 50 lives per year and prevent 500 injuries when fully in effect, according to a statement. The new rule will apply to passenger cars, trucks, buses except for school buses, and multipurpose vehicles weighing up to 10,000 pounds. Before the rule, seat belt warnings were required only for the driver’s seat. Under the new rule, outboard front-seat passengers also must get a warning if they don’t fasten their belts. Front-center seats will not get a warning because NHTSA found that it wouldn’t be cost effective. The agency said most vehicles already have warnings for the outboard passenger seats. The rule also lengthens the duration of audio and visual warnings for the driver’s seat. The front-seat rules are effective starting Sept. 1 of 2026. RELATED COVERAGE TikTok asks the Supreme Court for an emergency order to block a US ban unless it’s sold Man sentenced for helping pregnant Chinese women travel to give birth in the US Trump says he’s a ‘believer’ in polio vaccine, and other news conference takeaways Rear passengers consistently use seat belts at a lower rate than front passengers, the agency says. In 2022, front belt use was just under 92%, while rear use dropped to about 82%. About half of automobile passengers who died in crashes two years ago weren’t wearing belts, according to NHTSA data. The seat belt rule is the second significant regulation to come from NHTSA in the past two months. In November the agency bolstered its five-star auto safety ratings to include driver assistance technologies and pedestrian protection. Safety advocates want the Department of Transportation, which includes NHTSA, to finish several more rules before the end of the Biden administration, because President-elect Donald Trump has said he’s against new government regulations. Cathy Chase, president of Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety, urged the department to approve automatic emergency braking for heavy trucks and technology to prevent impaired driving.A 90 second offline engine: the "gold content" of global power leaders 12-16-2024 09:32 PM CET | Business, Economy, Finances, Banking & Insurance Press release from: Getnews / PR Agency: Stones_PR New York - What can be done in 90 seconds? After listening to a prelude to popular music and watching a short video; Alternatively, take down an engine. In Weichai Group's No. 2 factory, intelligent transport vehicles loaded with parts shuttle between production lines, and various robots are arranged in an orderly manner on both sides of the road. These robots are responsible for sequentially installing complex components onto the engine body with precision and speed. If you stand at the end of the production line, you will find that every 90 seconds, an engine goes offline. On December 10th, global customers and partners from nearly 40 countries and regions gathered at Weichai Group's 2025 Global Partner Conference. This enterprise demonstrates its "gold content" as a global leader in the power industry to customers and partners worldwide through its strong technological innovation capabilities. Image: https://www.globalnewslines.com/uploads/2024/12/72f4960251b63d581991c243469a6d30.jpg Li Mingyu is the Business Development Manager of Pinnacle Marine, a Singaporean shipbuilder, which produces approximately 70% of Singapore's small boats. Previously, we mostly used European products. Since three years ago, we have been using Weichai engines, "said Li Mingyu. It takes 9 to 10 months to obtain goods from European suppliers, but Weichai Group's supply period has been compressed to three months. Along with timely supply, Weichai Group's excellent engine performance and thoughtful after-sales service have established a good reputation in Singapore. In the context of net zero emissions in the shipping industry, shipbuilders like Pinnacle Marine are paying more attention to reliable clean energy engines. On October 10th of this year, China Classification Society Singapore Branch signed a four party research cooperation agreement with Weichai Singapore Limited, Nanyang Technological University Marine Energy and Sustainability Research Center, and Singapore Pinnacle Marine in Singapore. This project is the development and joint testing of B100 biofuel ship power, relying on ships in Singapore port waters to conduct a 1000 hour continuous operation test of biodiesel (B100). Li Mingyu revealed that they have placed an order and expect to conduct shipbuilding tests early next year. The cooperation with Pinnacle Marine is not only a typical example of Weichai Group's exploration of clean energy power forms, but also a microcosm of its strategic breakthrough in Southeast Asia. Image: https://www.globalnewslines.com/uploads/2024/12/88c2f8e7efcf04ba81bc0c68bb4b36c2.jpg Taking the marine power market as an example, based on the traditional market share of over 60%, Weichai Group has expanded its marine engine product layout to 21 series. At present, the market for marine transportation equipment power products has more than 130000 units, covering over 20 market sectors and serving more than 34 countries and regions worldwide. Data shows that in 2024, Weichai Group's engine export quantity and revenue are expected to increase by 8% and 13% year-on-year, respectively. Especially for data center power generation products in high-end markets such as Europe, America, and Southeast Asia, export revenue is expected to increase nearly six times year-on-year. Nowadays, Weichai Group has achieved the world's top sales of heavy-duty power systems, top three global sales of energy and power systems, and top three global sales of medium speed marine power systems. How did Weichai achieve high growth above a large base? The most important thing is their hard power in technological innovation. After 78 years of development, this enterprise has accumulated profound research and development capabilities, and can build a competitive product indicator system based on the characteristics of different segmented markets around the world. Among them, the high-end power testing base dedicated to the research and development of large bore engines is globally leading. Moreover, Weichai Group has eight manufacturing bases worldwide and has established three supply chain centers overseas, with a service network covering over 150 countries and regions. At present, the global ownership of Weichai Group's engines has exceeded 6.5 million units, with overseas ownership exceeding 1.2 million units. Media Contact Company Name: Hong Kong Commercial Daily Contact Person: Sun Ke Email: Send Email [ http://www.universalpressrelease.com/?pr=a-90-second-offline-engine-the-gold-content-of-global-power-leaders ] Country: China Website: http://www.hkcd.com.hk/ This release was published on openPR.