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Washington could use some good vibes as the Huskies wrap up nonconference play by hosting the New Jersey Institute of Technology on Sunday in Seattle. The Huskies (8-4) are coming off a 79-70 defeat to Seattle University, their first to their city rivals in 20 meetings since 1978. "Nobody cares," Washington coach Danny Sprinkle said when asked about the historical significance of the loss. "Obviously, Seattle U didn't care about it, either. They came in and competed. The basketball gods gave them what they deserved. ... They kicked our butt in almost every category from shooting to energy to physicality and getting to the free-throw line. "I'm shocked the game was this close. I really am." The Huskies had averaged 88 points and shot 55 percent from the field in their two most-recent wins, against in-state rivals Washington State and Eastern Washington. But they struggled against the Redhawks, shooting 24 of 57 from the field (42.1 percent) and 6 of 24 from 3-point range (25 percent). Tyler Harris led the Huskies with 20 points and Great Osobor added 19 points, 10 rebounds and three assists. But Washington got just seven points on 3-for-18 shooting from starters Mekhi Mason and DJ Davis, who combined to shoot 1 for 14 beyond the arc. Starter Tyree Ihenacho didn't attempt a field goal and finished with zero points. "For whatever reason, we weren't ready to play with the aggressiveness and the desperation that we have to play with," Sprinkle said. "We're not good enough to come out like we did and play the way we did. "We don't shoot the ball well enough. We're not good enough at the free-throw line and we're not good enough defensively to not do the little things and scrap and fight like we did against Washington State." NJIT (2-11) will be playing for the first time since Dec. 14, a 50-43 loss at home in Newark to Wagner. "Finals, 15 days off and then a trip to Washington," Highlanders coach Grant Billmeier said. The Highlanders have one of the youngest rosters in the nation -- 12 of 14 players are either freshmen or sophomores. They're led by second-year guard Tariq Francis, who is averaging 18.6 points and 3.7 assists per game. Sebastian Robinson (11.8 points per game), a sophomore guard, and forward Tim Moore Jr. (10.2) also are averaging in double-figure scoring. Moore, one of two graduate students on the roster, is pulling down a team-best 6.1 rebounds per game. --Field Level MediaRarely does a college basketball game provide such stark contrast between the sport's haves and have-nots as when Jackson State faces No. 9 Kentucky on Friday in Lexington, Ky. While Kentucky claims eight NCAA Tournament crowns and the most wins in college basketball history, Jackson State has never won an NCAA Tournament game and enters the matchup looking for its first win of the season. Impressive tradition and current record aside, Kentucky (4-0) returned no scholarship players from last season's team that was knocked off by Oakland in the NCAA Tournament. New coach Mark Pope and his essentially all-new Wildcats are off to a promising start. Through four games, Kentucky is averaging 94.3 points per game, and with 11.5 3-pointers made per game, the team is on pace to set a school record from long distance. The Wildcats boast six double-figure scorers with transfer guards Otega Oweh (from Oklahoma, 15.0 ppg) and Koby Brea (from Dayton, 14.5 ppg) leading the team. The Wildcats defeated Duke 77-72 on Nov. 12 but showed few signs of an emotional letdown in Tuesday's 97-68 win over a Lipscomb team picked to win the Atlantic Sun Conference in the preseason. Kentucky drained a dozen 3-pointers while outrebounding their visitors 43-28. Guard Jaxson Robinson, held to a single point by Duke, dropped 20 points to lead the Kentucky attack. Afterward, Pope praised his team's focus, saying, "The last game was over and it was kind of on to, ‘How do we get better?' That's the only thing we talk about." Lipscomb coach Lennie Acuff also delivered a ringing endorsement, calling Kentucky "the best offensive Power Four team we've played in my six years at Lipscomb." Jackson State (0-5) and third-year coach Mo Williams are looking for something positive to build upon. Not only are the Tigers winless, but they have lost each game by nine or more points. Sophomore guard Jayme Mitchell Jr. (13.8 ppg) is the leading scorer, but the team shoots just 35.8 percent while allowing opponents to shoot 52.3 percent. The Tigers played on Wednesday at Western Kentucky, where they lost 79-62. Reserve Tamarion Hoover had a breakout game with 18 points to lead Jackson State, but the host Hilltoppers canned 14 3-point shots and outrebounded the Tigers 42-35 to grab the win. Earlier, Williams, who played against Kentucky while a student at Alabama, admitted the difficulties of a challenging nonconference schedule for his team. "Our goal is not to win 13 nonconference games," Williams said. "We're already at a disadvantage in that regard. We use these games to get us ready for conference play and for March Madness." Jackson State has not made the NCAA Tournament since 2007. The Tigers had a perfect regular-season record (11-0) in the Southwestern Athletic Conference in 2020-21 but lost in the league tournament. Kentucky has never played Jackson State before, but the game is being billed as part of a Unity Series of matchups in which Kentucky hosts members of the SWAC to raise awareness of Historical Black Colleges and Universities and provide funds for those schools. Past Unity Series opponents have been Southern in December 2021 and Florida A&M in December 2022. --Field Level Media
November is National Family Caregivers Month, when we celebrate these unsung heroes. It is also a time to elevate the voices of America’s 53 million family caregivers, who contribute a staggering $600 billion in unpaid labor to the U.S. economy each year. Unfortunately, the contributions of this essential health care workforce go mostly unrecognized. According to “Caregiving in the U.S. 2020,” a report from the National Alliance for Caregiving and AARP, family caregivers average 24 hours of care weekly, while balancing jobs or struggling with overwhelming medical debt. Unpaid caregivers represent every race, gender, age, income and education level. As a society, we need to recognize the challenges caregivers face and prioritize funding an infrastructure that supports the essential role unpaid caregivers play in our communities. We call on Congress to reauthorize the Older Americans Act, which supports 12 million older adults and 800,000 caregivers each year across the U.S. In Springfield, we call on the governor and the legislature to preserve family caregiver funding for Caregiver Resource Centers and the Illinois Area Agencies on Aging. We need more employers to provide paid family and medical leave benefits, so working caregivers can care for loved ones without incurring financial hardship. We also encourage them to offer training so managers create a more supportive culture for working family caregivers as they juggle many responsibilities. Together, we can change the narrative to improve the lives of family caregivers and their loved ones. Amy Brennan, executive director, Illinois Family Caregiver Coalition Religious objections can go both ways So, some groups have filed a lawsuit opposing the state mandated health care for abortion, arguing that such a requirement has their tax dollars being spent for a procedure to which they have religious objection? Well, I have religious objections to my tax dollars being spent to support school groups, nonprofits, and churches (who don’t pay property/income tax) that preach against abortion, gay marriage, transgender rights, and migrants. Strange how I must protect their beliefs but they have no problem using my tax dollars to go against my beliefs. Peter Felitti, Ravenswood Life won’t be cheap under another Trump presidency The people who voted for Donald Trump thinking it would be good for their pocketbooks are going to be shocked at how much more groceries will cost when there’s no longer anyone to pick their fruits and vegetables, and how much more housing costs will be when builders don’t have enough construction workers. Daniel Welch, Glen Ellyn Collecting trash is cash The discussion of whether or not to raise the sanitation collection fee to Chicago homeowners can be easily justified, given the cost to the city. City Council should make the right decision and increase the fees accordingly. This brings to mind how cheap parking fees were in the city, but the City Council didn’t have the backbone to increase the fees. Instead, they sold the rights for nearly a billion dollars and let a United Arab Emirates company raise the rates and collect the higher fees. Maybe the City Council will sell collecting garbage to a third party for a billion dollars and let that business raise the rates and collect the higher fees? William DeMarco, Rogers Park Mayoral mistakes I wonder how many people are having “voters remorse” after electing Brandon Johnson mayor of Chicago. His latest faux pas is saying he’d attend the funeral of a dead policeman when the family requested he not come. He did change his position . I would guess his advisers asked, “What the heck were you thinking?” Playing politics with the school board, tax increases etc. Through all of it, Johnson comes across as an arrogant ____. You can fill in your own word. Lori Lightfoot must be sitting at home laughing. MJ Smith, Oak Lawn Grieving for Gaza While Israel continues to bomb civilians of Gaza with impunity on a daily basis, while an average of 10 of their children per day suffer amputations of one or both legs, while Israel will not even permit a child of 11 or 12 whose face was partially blown away from being airlifted out of the enclave for medical treatment and while we witness the Biden administration acting wholly complicit with Israel’s assaults from the air along with denial of food and water, how can any level-headed citizen of conscience be expected to react to this apathy and complicity of our government? Grin and bear it — or maybe expect Donald Trump to repair and atone for this insanity? The future, indeed, looks quite bleak from a moral perspective, especially when too many of our citizens remain detached, aloof or even supportive. Sid Kurdis, Hallandale Beach, Florida Cat tale Deepest thanks to Gene Lyons’ for his moving, wonderful tribute to Albert, the coolest cat that ever lived. How lucky you were that Albert shared his interesting and exciting life with you! He indeed was a very special kitty who will remain deep in your heart forever. Liz Clark, Uptown
Ten years ago, on Dec. 2, 2014, the hockey world lost one of its most cherished icons , Jean Beliveau . Known as “Gentleman Jean,” Beliveau’s name is synonymous with class, skill, and an unrivaled legacy in the sport. A Montreal Canadiens lifer, Beliveau spanned his career from 1950 to 1971, during which time he became one of the most accomplished players in NHL history. What Made Beliveau So Great? With a rare combination of size, grace, and toughness, Beliveau stood out even among the legends of his time. At 6’3” and 220 pounds, he was an imposing figure who could dominate games with his physicality and finesse. Over 1,125 regular-season games, he scored 507 goals and put up 1,219 points. In the playoffs, his dominance continued. He scored 79 goals and registered 176 points in 162 games. That level of play contributed to his incredible 10 Stanley Cup victories, including five consecutive championships from 1956 to 1960. Beliveau’s remarkable career concluded in the best possible fashion, with the Canadiens winning Game 7 of the 1971 Stanley Cup Final against the Chicago Blackhawks. He retired as a champion, cementing his place as one of hockey’s all-time greats. Beliveau’s Greatness Was About More than Hockey Skill But his legacy wasn’t just about numbers or trophies. Instead, it was about how he played and carried himself. Beliveau epitomized leadership and sportsmanship, which endeared him to fans and rivals alike. In a tongue-in-cheek manner, Gordie Howe , one of hockey’s fiercest competitors, once described the duality of Beliveau’s game in a 1960 Detroit Free Press article. Howe noted, “There’s nothing gentlemanly about him...he put his elbow into my eye for 16 stitches and then tripped me.” Howe also admired Beliveau’s craftiness, admitting that the Canadiens’ captain taught him how to use the butt end of his stick effectively, exemplifying the old-school hockey spirit of “give and take.” On the 20th Anniversary of His Death, Remembering a Habs Icon On this 20th anniversary, hockey fans from all corners unite in remembering a man who transcended team loyalties. He left an indelible mark on the sport. Beliveau wasn’t just a player—he was an ambassador for hockey – a symbol of what it means to lead with integrity and inspire those around you. As the Canadiens and the hockey community consider his contributions, it’s clear that Beliveau’s impact extends far beyond his era. His example continues to inspire, reminding us that this great game is about more than just winning. It’s about respect, camaraderie, and the joy of playing. This article first appeared on NHL Trade Talk and was syndicated with permission.
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Empowered Funds LLC grew its position in ESSA Bancorp, Inc. ( NASDAQ:ESSA – Free Report ) by 5.3% during the third quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 47,608 shares of the financial services provider’s stock after purchasing an additional 2,412 shares during the quarter. Empowered Funds LLC owned approximately 0.47% of ESSA Bancorp worth $915,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period. Several other institutional investors have also modified their holdings of the company. Vanguard Group Inc. raised its stake in ESSA Bancorp by 0.5% in the first quarter. Vanguard Group Inc. now owns 441,226 shares of the financial services provider’s stock valued at $8,044,000 after buying an additional 2,056 shares in the last quarter. Bank of New York Mellon Corp raised its position in shares of ESSA Bancorp by 3.4% during the 2nd quarter. Bank of New York Mellon Corp now owns 30,115 shares of the financial services provider’s stock worth $530,000 after acquiring an additional 977 shares in the last quarter. Panagora Asset Management Inc. lifted its stake in ESSA Bancorp by 4.8% during the second quarter. Panagora Asset Management Inc. now owns 29,444 shares of the financial services provider’s stock worth $518,000 after purchasing an additional 1,343 shares during the last quarter. Signature Estate & Investment Advisors LLC acquired a new position in ESSA Bancorp in the second quarter valued at approximately $300,000. Finally, BNP Paribas Financial Markets increased its stake in ESSA Bancorp by 27.1% in the first quarter. BNP Paribas Financial Markets now owns 4,502 shares of the financial services provider’s stock valued at $82,000 after purchasing an additional 961 shares during the last quarter. 54.15% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors. ESSA Bancorp Stock Up 0.7 % Shares of NASDAQ:ESSA opened at $20.30 on Friday. The firm has a 50 day simple moving average of $19.25 and a 200-day simple moving average of $18.24. ESSA Bancorp, Inc. has a twelve month low of $15.29 and a twelve month high of $21.50. The company has a current ratio of 0.94, a quick ratio of 0.94 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.04. The company has a market capitalization of $205.64 million, a PE ratio of 11.43 and a beta of 0.37. ESSA Bancorp Announces Dividend About ESSA Bancorp ( Free Report ) ESSA Bancorp, Inc operates as a bank holding company for ESSA Bank & Trust that provides a range of financial services to individuals, families, and businesses in Pennsylvania. The company accepts savings accounts, interest bearing demand accounts, checking accounts, money market accounts, club accounts, certificates of deposit and IRAs, and other qualified plan accounts, as well as commercial checking accounts. Featured Articles Want to see what other hedge funds are holding ESSA? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for ESSA Bancorp, Inc. ( NASDAQ:ESSA – Free Report ). Receive News & Ratings for ESSA Bancorp Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for ESSA Bancorp and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .Brice Cherry: Heaven on earth, thy name is the Basketball Hall of FameMAUREEN CALLAHAN: The odious ghouls at MSNBC have just desecrated Laken Riley's grave... and proven why Trump deserved to win
VIGO, Spain (Reuters) – Celta Vigo fought back with two late goals in quick succession to hold LaLiga leaders Barcelona to a highly entertaining 2-2 draw on Saturday. It looked like Barca were cruising towards victory after they opened a two-goal lead thanks to strikes by captain Raphinha in the 15th minute and by Robert Lewandowski in the 61st, but the script changed after their midfielder Marc Casado was sent off due to a second-yellow card for a foul in the 82nd minute. With Barca down to 10-men, the home side piled on the pressure and managed to score twice with strikes by substitute Alfonso Gonzalez and Hugo Alvarez in the 84th and 86th minutes respectively. Barca top the LaLiga standings with 34 points, five ahead of Atletico Madrid in second and seven ahead of third-placed Real Madrid, who have two games in hand. (Reporting by Fernando Kallas, editing by Pritha Sarkar) Disclaimer: This report is auto generated from the Reuters news service. ThePrint holds no responsibilty for its content. var ytflag = 0;var myListener = function() {document.removeEventListener('mousemove', myListener, false);lazyloadmyframes();};document.addEventListener('mousemove', myListener, false);window.addEventListener('scroll', function() {if (ytflag == 0) {lazyloadmyframes();ytflag = 1;}});function lazyloadmyframes() {var ytv = document.getElementsByClassName("klazyiframe");for (var i = 0; i < ytv.length; i++) {ytv[i].src = ytv[i].getAttribute('data-src');}} Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() );Pink's children Willow and Jameson have fans saying the same thing with festive new photosRansomware attack on software supplier disrupts operations for Starbucks and other retailers
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S&P/TSX composite down more than 100 points Tuesday, U.S. stock markets also lowerTikTok is challenging the federal government’s order to shut down its operations in Canada. The company filed in documents in Federal Court in Vancouver on Thursday. The government ordered the dissolution of TikTok’s Canadian business in November after a national security review of the Chinese company behind the social media platform. That means TikTok must "wind down" its operations in Canada, though the app will continue to be available to Canadians. TikTok wants the court to overturn the government’s order and to place a pause on the order while the court hears the case. It is claiming the minister's decision was "unreasonable" and "driven by improper purposes." The review was carried out through the Investment Canada Act, which allows the government to investigate any foreign investment with potential to harm national security. Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne said in a statement at the time the government was taking action to address "specific national security risks," though it didn’t specify what those risks were. TikTok’s filing says Champagne "failed to engage with TikTok Canada on the purported substance of the concerns that led to the (order.)" The company argues the government ordered "measures that bear no rational connection to the national security risks it identifies." It says the reasons for the order "are unintelligible, fail to reveal a rational chain of analysis and are rife with logical fallacies." The company's law firm, Osler Hoskin & Harcourt LLP, declined to comment, while Champagne’s office did not immediately respond to a request for comment. A TikTok spokesperson said in a statement that the order would "eliminate the jobs and livelihoods of our hundreds of dedicated local employees — who support the community of more than 14 million monthly Canadian users on TikTok, including businesses, advertisers, creators and initiatives developed especially for Canada." This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 10, 2024. Darryl Greer and Anja Karadeglija, The Canadian PressDonald Trump trolls Justin Trudeau and Jill Biden online
B.C. Premier David Eby said B.C. will slay its record-setting deficit of $9 billion through growth and sound fiscal planning, not "harsh austerity cuts" or "under-funding services" as he reached out to business leaders to make a case for investment in physical and social infrastructure. Eby made these comments while speaking in Vancouver Tuesday, (Dec. 10), at an event hosted by the B.C. Chamber of Commerce, which has previously raised concerns about B.C.'s fiscal direction. That tension surfaced during the opening of the informal question-and-answer session between Eby and Fiona Famulak, chamber president and chief executive officer. "We don't always agree, but we can always have — and we always do have — candid and frank conversations, and I know you are always up for tough questions, because you always answer them," Famulak said. "What you have just said minutes ago, a lot of good things have been said." Eby acknowledged relations could be better. "So my commitment is that you will find a government that is hoping, with your support, to hit reset on this relationship, to move forward with the tariff threat that we are facing in a unified way, with the massive opportunity in this province to deliver it for British Columbians and that four years from now...we can look back and go, 'man, we did a lot of good work together.'" Eby's prepared remarks touched on a range of subjects, including tomorrow's meeting with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as well as provincial and territorial leaders to discuss threatened tariffs of 25 per cent on all Canadian goods by incoming-president U.S. Donald Trump. But if a singular theme ran through Eby's speech, it was his promise to reform permitting for natural resource projects. He pointed to yesterday's announcement that his government would free nine new wind energy projects from the required environmental assessments. He then added that those projects would go through a singular rather multiple permitting windows. Eby said these changes will help get these projects off the ground three to five years faster than otherwise in framing them as the first of many changes to speed up permitting in various areas. One of the central sectors concerned about permitting is the mining sector. More to come...
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