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GENEVA (AP) — World Cup sponsor Bank of America teamed with FIFA for a second time Tuesday, signing for the Club World Cup that still has no broadcast deals just over six months before games start. Bank of America became FIFA’s first global banking partner in August and sealed a separate deal for a second event also being played in the United States, two days before the group-stage draw in Miami for the revamped 32-team club event . It features recent European champions Real Madrid, Manchester City and Chelsea. “FIFA is going to take America by storm and we’re going to be right at their side,” the bank’s head of marketing, David Tyrie, said in a telephone interview Tuesday. Bank of America joins 2026 World Cup sponsors Hisense and Budweiser brewer AB InBev in separately also backing the club event, and more deals are expected after Saudi Arabia is confirmed next week as the 2034 World Cup host. While games at the next World Cup, co-hosted with Canada and Mexico, will be watched by hundreds of millions globally mostly on free-to-air public networks, the Club World Cup broadcast picture is unclear. FIFA has promised hundreds of millions of dollars in prize money for the 32 clubs to share but is yet to announce any broadcast deals for the month-long tournament. It is expected to land on a streaming service. “You have to think about how you are going to connect with these fans,” Tyrie told the Associated Press from Boston. “TV is one, sure, social media is a big avenue. “The smart marketing capabilities are able to say ‘Hey, we need to tilt this one a little bit more away from TV-type marketing into social-type marketing.’ We have got a pretty decent strategy that we’re putting in place to do activation.” Engaging Bank of America’s customers and 250,000 employees are key to that strategy, Tyrie said. “It’s going to be for our clients, and entertainment, it’s going to be for our employees in creating excitement. All of the above.” The Club World Cup will be played in 12 stadiums across 11 cities, including Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C, and Lumen Field where the hometown Seattle Sounders play three group-stage games. European powers Madrid, Man City and Bayern Munich lead a 12-strong European challenge. Teams qualified by winning continental titles or posting consistently good results across four years of those competitions. The exception is Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami, who FIFA gave the entry reserved for a host nation team in October based on regular season record without waiting for the MLS Cup final. LA Galaxy hosts New York Red Bulls playing for that national title Saturday. Messi’s team opens the FIFA tournament June 15 in the Miami Dolphins’ Hard Rock Stadium and will play its three group games in Florida. “The more brand players you bring in, the bigger the following you have got,” Tyrie acknowledged, though adding Messi being involved was “not a make or break for the event.” The Club World Cup final is July 13 at Met Life Stadium near New York, which also will host the World Cup final one year later. AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccer
Partsol Secures Technology-Enabled Service Subscription with the US ArmyQatar tribune Tribune News Network Doha Qatar University (QU), in partnership with the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society (MDS), successfully concluded the fifth Middle East Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Camp. Hosted for the first time in Qatar, the event brought together 175 specialists from 27 countries. The camp’s two-day programme was divided into two specialised tracks: the Medical Track, focusing on motor and non-motor symptom management, advanced therapies, and hands-on workshops, including the use of Botulinum Toxin; and the Rehabilitation Track, designed to enhance the clinical capacity of healthcare professionals through interactive workshops and the application of evidence-based rehabilitation techniques. Both tracks aimed to foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing among healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators in the field of movement disorders. Prof Hanan Khalil, a faculty member at QU, led the organising committee, the majority of whom were also members of QU. The camp highlights QU’s pivotal role in advancing health education and research in Qatar and the region. The event was also supported by the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) office of QU, ensuring participants benefit from high-quality, accredited learning opportunities. The event also recognised the significant contributions of Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC). HMC’s role was exemplified through the participation of its distinguished speakers and members of the organising committee, who brought invaluable expertise and insights to the programme. Notably, Dr Hanadi Al Hamad, deputy chief for Long Term Care, Rehabilitation, Home care Services, Geriatric Care and Lead of Corporate Rehabilitation Services, Special Education and Social Services, was prominently featured, underscoring her leadership and dedication to advancing care for patients with long term conditions. The collaboration with HMC reinforced the event’s comprehensive approach to fostering interdisciplinary knowledge exchange and improving patient outcomes. Dr Hanadi Al Hamad expressed her enthusiasm for the event, stating, “I am honoured to serve as Guest of Honour for this important event that highlights the critical advancements in movement disorder care. Events like these not only enhance professional knowledge but also strengthen collaborative efforts to improve the quality of life for patients across the region.” This year’s camp featured a distinguished roster of international, regional, and local experts who presented the latest developments in Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders. Attendees received the unique opportunity to engage with these thought-leaders and gain insights into innovative approaches that can transform patient care in the Middle East. Prof Hanan Abdul Rahim, dean of the College of Health Sciences at QU, emphasised the importance of this collaboration: “This collaboration between MDS and the College of Health Sciences at QU presents a unique opportunity to advance our understanding of Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders, particularly within the context of the Middle East. By joining forces, we can leverage our respective expertise, resources, and networks to create a meaningful impact in the field of movement disorders and improve patient care in our region.” Dr Linzette Morris, head of the Rehabilitation Sciences Department at QU, added: “Hosting the MDS Middle East Camp underscores QU’s commitment to leading health education and research initiatives in the region. This event serves as a critical platform for interdisciplinary learning, enabling healthcare professionals to apply cutting-edge rehabilitation practices that can greatly enhance patient outcomes.” Prof Hanan Khalil highlighted the camp’s significance, stating, “The MDS Middle East Camp is more than an educational event; it is a cornerstone for fostering international collaboration and building clinical expertise in the region. By hosting this camp in Qatar for the first time, we aim to inspire meaningful advancements in movement disorder care and empower healthcare professionals with the tools they need to make a difference.” The 5th MDS Middle East Camp not only underscored QU’s leadership in general and the College of Health Sciences in particular in health education but also its commitment to advancing research and clinical practice in collaboration with global organisations. This event marked a significant milestone in Qatar’s efforts to improve the lives of patients with movement disorders across the region. Copy 30/12/2024 10
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(The Center Square) – Although it remains unclear how many Democratic Senators will vote for the 2025 National Defense Authorization Act, some House members in the party have explained why they voted yes, despite a provision restricting military-funded transgender surgeries for minors. The nearly $900 billion bill passed the House 281-140 Wednesday, with 200 Republicans and 81 Democrats voting in favor versus 124 Democrats and 16 Republicans voting against it. Most of the NDAA consists of bipartisan agreements, such as pay raises for service members, strengthened ties with U.S. allies, and funding of new military technology. But a critical point of contention is a Republican addition that would prohibit the military’s health program from covering any gender dysphoria treatments on minors that could "result in sterilization.” The must-pass bill is so critical that nearly 40% of House Democrats voted in favor–but not without expressing their disappointment. Rep. Chrissy Houlahan, D-Pa., condemned Republican colleagues who, she said, “chose to sully this bill with political culture wars;” nevertheless, she voted in favor. “While it doesn't address everything we asked for and consider important, including the full ability of parents to make their own decisions about healthcare for their children, it marks a rare moment of productive bipartisan agreement on what is arguably the most crucial legislation we take up as a body each year,” Houlahan said. The bill’s provision does not forbid service members’ children from receiving transgender therapy. It forbids the military’s health insurance provider, TRICARE, from covering treatments on minors that “may result in sterilization.” Reps. Greg Landsman, D-Ohio, and Terri Sewell, D-Ala., also voted in favor of the bill despite their displeasure at the ban. “The NDAA is a hugely important bill. We had to pass it, which is why I voted yes,” Landsman posted on X Friday. “However, the anti-trans language that was attached to it was mean and awful and should never have been included.” “I have serious concerns about some remaining provisions that were placed in the bill for political purposes,” Sewell said Wednesday. “Still, the responsibility to support our service members and provide for our national security is one that I do not take lightly, which is why I ultimately chose to support the bill.” Besides the importance of annual military funding, another reason some House Democrats assented to the legislation is because they were successful in axing other House Republican amendments, such as a plan to eliminate reimbursements for service members who travel to obtain abortions. The Senate is expected to pass the bill within the next few days, after which President Joe Biden is expected to sign it into law.Batcho scores 19 in Louisiana Tech's 78-69 victory over Eastern Kentucky