Ange Postecoglou has said he is happy Pep Guardiola signed a contract extension at so he has a chance to "knock him off" the summit. City confirmed on Thursday that after agreeing a new two-year deal. Guardiola is seeking an unprecedented fifth consecutive league title but despite 's last silverware coming in 2008, Postecoglou has never hidden his ambition of returning Spurs to serious challengers for the game's biggest prizes. When asked in a news conference whether there was any part of him that wanted Guardiola to leave City after a period of sustained success, Postecoglou said: "I look at it the other way -- 'imagine you knock him off?' That would be something, eh? And I'm at the stage of my life where I'd rather have a chance of knocking him off than missing that opportunity. In the right way, obviously. "I think when greatness is around, you want to be around it. Hopefully it challenges you to be like that as well. "I love the fact that there is a massive target out there that can seem insurmountable. It does for me anyway, raises my level, gets me going. "I keep saying, I lived the experience of equalisation of sport in Australia and it is great from a competitive point of view because everybody believes they can win but after a while I used to get frustrated with it because excellence tends to be capped at a certain point. It is up to everyone else to bridge that gap. "I love the challenge of that and I never see that as a bad thing." Postecoglou also insisted he had no concerns about the integrity of Premier League officiating despite . The 42-year-old was suspended last week by referees' body Professional Game Match Officials Limited pending an investigation after footage emerged in which he appeared to make derogatory remarks about and their former manager Jürgen Klopp. "I'm not across the detail of it but firstly, he's obviously made some poor decisions, made a big mistake," Postecoglou said. "He's a human being so you worry about his welfare. I'm sure he's getting good support around him. With our officials, rightly so, we hold them to the highest possible standard because of those things but I don't think just because one person makes a mistake that necessary means ... I'm not silly to think every official is perfect, like no manager is perfect or anyone else. We all make mistakes. "I never lose faith in the officialdom because if you do then it is a very slippery slope. I've worked in a couple of leagues where that was always kind of the undertone and I hated it because you kind of questioned everything. "I don't want to do that. I believe the officials. I believe in the integrity of the officials. I'll always abide by their decision-making and accept it."Egypt Daily News – Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Friday that the progress of the armed factions in Syria continues and their goal is to reach Damascus, expressing his hope that this will continue without problems. Erdogan told reporters: “The progress of (the armed factions) has continued until now. We hope that this march will continue in Syria without any problems.” He added: “We are closely monitoring developments in Syria and receiving intelligence and media reports about them.” and that “he has not yet received a response from Al-Assad accepting an invitation he sent earlier this year to hold a meeting and normalize relations.” The Turkish President informed UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Thursday that a new phase was being “calmly managed” in the Syrian conflict. He continued, “Türkiye is working to calm tensions, protect civilians, and pave the way for a political solution.”
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Sri Lanka’s public sector has become a focal point of intense debate, reflecting its critical role in governance, service delivery, and employment. However, its inefficiencies, fiscal burdens, and disparities in resource allocation have come under sharp scrutiny amid escalating economic pressures. The expanding public workforce, while offering job security and supporting livelihoods, poses pressing challenges that demand urgent attention. Modernising and innovating this pivotal sector, along with ensuring fair and effective resource distribution, is essential to overcoming these hurdles and steering Sri Lanka toward sustainable development. One of the most pressing challenges lies in localised overstaffing and misallocation of resources. While bloated payrolls weigh heavily on the national Budget, this expansion often fails to translate into improved service delivery. For instance, urban centres may face redundancies in administrative roles, whereas rural sectors such as health and education suffer critical staff shortages. Addressing this imbalance requires workforce audits to identify redundancies and reallocate resources to underserved regions. Streamlining the workforce through voluntary retirement schemes and retraining programs can achieve a more balanced distribution of human capital without causing undue disruption. The lack of technological integration exacerbates inefficiencies in service delivery. Citizens often face long queues at the Department of Motor Traffic or endure delays in permit approvals. By adopting e-governance and digitising services, the Government can reduce operational costs, enhance accessibility, and promote transparency. A national e-governance framework, supported by well-regulated public-private partnerships (PPPs), holds the potential to revolutionise public services. However, robust guidelines are essential to ensure that private-sector involvement aligns with public interest and safeguards data privacy. Merit-based recruitment is another critical pillar of reform. Political influence has historically marred public service appointments, fostering nepotism and undermining accountability. Transparent recruitment processes, standardised testing, and independent oversight can ensure that only the most qualified individuals join the public sector, enhancing professionalism and public trust. Reforming recruitment must also address existing employees, many of whom entered the system through politically influenced pathways. Comprehensive retraining and performance evaluation programs can help align their skills with modern requirements, ensuring a productive and motivated workforce. Institutions like the Sri Lanka Institute of Development Administration (SLIDA) should play a central role in equipping public servants with digital literacy, management skills, and service delivery expertise. Simultaneously, re-skilling opportunities should be offered to those transitioning out of the public sector. Public-private partnerships offer significant opportunities to reduce the burden on public resources while improving service quality. Whether in infrastructure, technology, or education, collaboration with private entities can bring expertise, innovation, and funding to the table. However, these partnerships must be structured within a transparent regulatory framework to prevent profit-driven motives from undermining public service goals. Government employment has long been viewed as the gold standard of job security in Sri Lanka. While this perception provides stability during economic uncertainty, it can stifle private-sector and entrepreneurial ambitions. Addressing this mindset requires a multifaceted approach, including education reforms, mentorship programs, and recognition of private-sector achievements. Additionally, creating vibrant private-sector opportunities, particularly in rural areas, can encourage young people to explore diverse career paths without relying solely on public sector employment. Unchecked expansion of the public workforce carries far-reaching consequences. Economically, it exacerbates fiscal deficits and diverts resources from critical development areas such as infrastructure and poverty alleviation. Socially, it fosters disillusionment among youth unable to find meaningful opportunities and erodes public trust in governance. While downsizing is essential to address these inefficiencies, it must be approached cautiously to prevent unemployment and social instability. Voluntary retirement schemes, coupled with transition programs into private-sector roles, can help mitigate these impacts. Implementing these reforms requires strong political will and stakeholder engagement. Resistance from unions, bureaucrats, and political actors benefiting from the status quo could impede progress. Building political consensus and fostering dialogue with stakeholders are critical to overcoming these obstacles. Policymakers must clearly communicate the long-term benefits of reform, ensuring that the agenda is inclusive, transparent, and aligned with sustainable development goals. To address these challenges, Sri Lanka must adopt a comprehensive reform agenda. Key steps include: Encouraging a cultural shift toward entrepreneurship and private-sector employment. Prioritising capacity building for both current and transitioning public servants. These reforms, while difficult, are essential for creating a resilient, efficient, and sustainable public sector that meets the nation’s needs. As Sri Lanka charts its path toward recovery and development, the public sector must evolve into a catalyst for progress rather than a constraint. A carefully balanced reform strategy, supported by political commitment and stakeholder engagement, can pave the way for a brighter future. The choices made today will shape the nation’s trajectory for decades to come—the time for action is now.New AI cameras installed with cutting-edge technology could catch out one type of driver on UK roads in a major safety crackdown . Drink or drug drivers could be detected by new state-of-the-art Heads Up machines with trials taking place this December. The tool, developed by Australian company Acusensues , can detect behaviour associated with motorists impaired by drink or drugs. The tool could be vital in the run-up to Christmas and New Year where alcohol consumption tends to increase. Experts believe the new technology could be vital in reducing accidents on the roads and saving lives. Devon and Cornwall Police are conducting a trial of the technology this month meaning motorists in the region could be impacted. Supt Simon Jenkinson said: “Our officers cannot be everywhere. "As members of the Vision Zero South West, external road safety partnership, we're committed to doing everything we can to reduce the number of people killed and seriously injured on our roads. "Embracing emerging technology such as these cameras is vital in that quest." The temporary nature of the AI cameras means they can be moved quickly to any location across the county without warning. Drivers may be unaware they have been picked up by the cameras until they are stopped by officers later in their journey. This will allow drink and drug driving tests to take place before the effects wear off. Geoff Collins, UK general manager of Acusensus, said: "We are delighted to be conducting the world's first trials of this technology right here in Devon and Cornwall." The latest development comes just months after Acusensus developed technology designed to look inside cabins. The AI tools can detect whether individuals are using their mobile phones behind the wheel and even whether they are not wearing seatbelts. However, there was some opposition to the new technology with specialists at AutoExpress concerned the tool was an “excuse” to not police roads effectively. AutoExpress editor Paul Baker said: “Any new measures in the battle against drink or drugged drivers are to be welcomed, but while opportunities presented by AI cameras are intriguing, Auto Express believes it’s vital this doesn’t become yet another excuse for reducing the headcount and visibility of trained traffic officers on UK roads - already at inexcusably low levels.”
Antioch Baptist Church 332 Elizabeth St., Sewickley. 412-741-7688. antiochfwbaptistsewickley.org. Morning worship and praise service is at 10:45 a.m. First Sunday Sunday School is at 9:30 a.m. First Friday virtual Bible study is at 7 p.m. A link is available via Pastor Dean’s Facebook page. Beth Samuel Jewish Center 810 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge. 412-266-5238. bethsamuel.org. Beth Samuel Jewish Center offers weekly Shabbat services, family services once a month and Kabbalat Shabbat services online once per month. There is also Religious School every Sunday. Additional events are as follows: First Friday: Family Service at 7 p.m. in the sanctuary, followed by an Oneg in the social hall. Shabbat Morning Services: Saturday mornings at 10 a.m. in the sanctuary, followed by a Kiddush in the social hall. Kabbalat Shabbat Services: Usually on the third Friday of the month, at 7 p.m. on Zoom. Contact the office for the link. This get-together frequently includes a visiting musician, cantor, rabbi or other noteworthy guest. Religious School: From preschool through bar-bat mitzvah, every Sunday morning on campus. To learn more, call, go online or email bethsamuel office@comcast.net. Community Presbyterian Church of Ben Avon 7501 Church Ave., Ben Avon. 412-761-1233. cpcba.squarespace.com. Join us as we worship with our newly installed pastor, the Rev. Heather Shoenewolf, on Sunday mornings at 10:30. We are a Matthew 25 church, gay-affirming and LGBTQ-friendly, and we support racial justice and equity. Divine Redeemer Parish 200 Walnut St., Sewickley. 412-741-6650. divine-redeemer.com. Divine Redeemer Parish celebrates weekend Masses at 4:30 p.m. Saturdays at St. James Church and 5 p.m. at St. Mary Church in Aleppo. Sunday Masses are celebrated at 8 and 11 a.m. at St. James and 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary. Weekday Masses and Adoration are celebrated as well. Check the website for Mass times and other information and events. First Church of Christ, Scientist 222 Beaver St., Sewickley. 412-741-4552. christiansciencepgh.org. Sunday morning services are held at 10:30 a.m. Join us for inspiration, peace and healing. Services include music, hymns and readings from the Bible and “Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures” by Mary Baker Eddy. On Sunday, Dec. 1, join the church for Christmas carols and refreshments after the service. For weekly Bible lessons, call 412-532-2222. Grace Anglican Church 325 Church Lane, Edgeworth. 412-724-1676. edgeworthanglican.com. Join the church Sunday morning for a traditional service of Holy Communion at 10:15 a.m. and on First Saturdays at 4 p.m. for a quiet contemplative service of prayer and Holy Communion. Morning Prayer services are every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at 8 a.m. Little Hill United Methodist Church 2350 Magee Road Ext., Franklin Park. 412-741-4920. Morning worship is at 10 a.m. Adult Sunday School takes place at 9 a.m. Holy Communion is every first Sunday of the month. Sewickley Presbyterian Church 414 Grant St., Sewickley. 412-741-4550. sewickleypresby.org. Sunday worship services are held at 8 a.m., 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. The 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. services are livestreamed. Discipleship hour is at 10 a.m. on Sundays. For a complete list of weekly groups and studies, visit the website. Sewickley United Methodist Church 337 Broad St., Sewickley. 412- 741-9430. sewickleyumc.org. The Sewickley United Methodist Church has two services each Sunday: 9 a.m. contemporary, featuring our praise band Leap of Faith; and 11 a.m. traditional, with nursery care and children’s ministries during both services. The church is a reconciling congregation and openly welcomes all people. St. Brendan’s Episcopal Church Corner of Rochester and McAleer roads, Franklin Park. 412-364-5974. stbrendans.org. St. Brendan’s is an open, welcoming and active church that holds in-person worship with Eucharist at 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Sundays and 6 p.m. Wednesdays. Nursery coverage is available for children at the Sunday 10 o’clock service, which is livestreamed on YouTube. The church holds a monthly Children’s Service at 10 a.m. on the fourth Sunday of each month, inviting young members to take part by reading and serving during the liturgy. On Dec. 22, the Christmas pageant will serve as the Children’s Service. St. Brendan’s is seeking donations of stuffing mix, canned yams and other vegetables, cranberry sauce and biscuit mix. The foods will be distributed by the North Hills Food Bank. The Justice Ministry is collecting gently used winter coats for the men and women helped through the Neighborhood Resilience Project in Pittsburgh. Gloves, mittens, hats and scarves are welcome as well. Donations may be brought to the church lobby. The Book Club will meet on Dec. 2 at 1 p.m. in the library to discuss by “Tom Lake” by Ann Patchett. The novel is a story of quiet reflection about family life and the development of mature love. Sticks and Strings, the parish crafts group for those who knit, crochet or embroider, continues to meet on the first Friday and third Wednesday of every month, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., in the church library. Morning Prayer is offered at 8 a.m. Monday through Friday via Zoom. Bible Study is held at 11 a.m. Tuesdays via Zoom. Contact the office for links. St. John’s Lutheran Church 1320 Church St., Ambridge. 724-266-5618. stjohnsambridge.org. The congregation of St. John’s Lutheran Church will present a live outdoor Nativity on Dec.7 beginning at 5 p.m. and repeating every 20 minutes until the last presentation, which starts at 7:20 p.m. New additions to the cast include live animals such as donkeys, camel, sheep, goats and cattle. The dining room, serving authentic German food, will be open from 3-7:30 p.m. The public is invited to join. The historic church building will be open to the public and guided tours will be offered from 2-7:20 p.m. In addition, Old Economy Village will be hosting Christmas at the Village. The event takes place at the beautifully decorated, candlelit 19th century village and will feature local musical performances and holiday lights, along with kids’ crafts and activities, and the opportunity to meet Belsnickel, the Pennsylvania Dutch Santa Claus. St. Luke the Evangelist Parish 2586 Wexford Bayne Road, Franklin Park. saintluke.net. Single adults over the age of 21 are invited to join ASPIRE (Adult Single People: Inspiring, Relating, Evolving) Ministry for a light meal on Dec. 13 at 6:30 p.m. Spiritual director Karen Lehman, ME, will offer a presentation entitled “Gratitude.” Lehman is a former Pittsburgh diocesan educator and previously a Sister of Divine Providence. This event will provide time for discussion and fellowship. Please register at saintluke.net/aspire-events. Every month, Saint Luke the Evangelist hosts a sensory-friendly Mass for those who may find it challenging to attend a typical Sunday Liturgy. This Mass is intentionally designed to lessen environmental stimulus to provide a prayerful, welcoming and non-judgmental worship experience for everyone in the parish. Families with small children, individuals with Autism, asthma, ADHD, sensory processing disorder, Down’s Syndrome, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and adults with dementia and Alzheimer’s can worship in an environment that respects their individuality and lovingly incorporates them as accepted and celebrated members of the parish community. While it is geared toward people with sensory issues, all people are welcome to attend this Mass. St. Matthews AME Zion Church Corner of Walnut and Thorn streets, Sewickley. 412-742-4239. Services at 10:30 a.m. Sundays. Visit the YouTube channel, @StmatthewsAmez1862, where services are streamed. St. Paul’s Lutheran Church 616 Washington St., Sewickley. 412-741-8484. Sunday worship is at 10 a.m.; Sunday school at 9 a.m. Weekly Bible study is at 10 a.m. Tuesdays at the Edgeworth Eat’n Park. The Kids’ Community Closet is a “free-cycle” community space to share kids’ clothes (birth through size 14/16). All clothing is free and in good, very gently used condition — some items still have tags on. There are no applications, income requirements, or donations necessary. The Kids’ Community Closet is located at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and is open 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday, and noon to 2:30 p.m. every Tuesday. St. Stephen’s Anglican Church 405 Frederick Ave., Sewickley. 412-741-1790. ststephenschurch.net. Regular weekend services are held Sundays at 8 a.m., 9:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Groups, classes and events for all ages including Bible Studies, single mom’s groups, memory loss support group, GriefShare, and men’s and women’s service groups. Sunday morning children’s programming is available for birth through fifth grade. Visit ststephenschurc.net/weekend-children to learn more about our events and resources for parents. Join the church on Dec. 4 for the annual Christmas Carnival from 6-8 p.m. New this year is pizza for purchase. Come enjoy a night of festivities including crafts, games, hot cocoa bar, and popcorn bar — and don’t forget to visit the photo booth! Joining in Sewickley Borough’s Light up Night on Dec. 6, the Henning House (Broad Street side of church campus) will be open from 5-9 p.m. offering a festive craft for all ages, hot chocolate and (a limited number) of light sabers for the kiddos. All are welcome to stop by. Gray Matter Roundtable is a fellowship opportunity for those who are retired (or nearing retirement) to strengthen community with each other and with our broader St. Stephen’s family. The group meets on the last Wednesday of every month (1:30 – 3 p.m.) with the specific intent to connect with, learn from and serve one another. Call the church to register. Triumph Church 1293 Mt. Nebo Road, Ohio Twp. 412-630-8204. triumph1293.org. Sunday worship is at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday evening online Bible study takes place at 6:30 p.m. (contact the church for Zoom information). The angel tree provides gifts for teenagers up to age 18 and serves the children of Crisis Center North. The last day to submit a gift is Dec. 8. Youth night is every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. An online bible study takes place on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. with Pastor Craig Giles. Visit the website for the Zoom link and password. A senior ministry bible study is held in person and online on Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Volunteers are needed for the fourth Friday of every month for Triumph’s food distribution. From 2-4 p.m. volunteers will set up and package food and from 5-7 p.m., volunteers will distribute and breakdown the set up. Visit the website to sign up. To have your church or place of worship’s upcoming events listed in the Sewickley Herald, email information to Katie Green, kgreen@triblive.com.
Colombo, the vibrant heart of Sri Lanka, is fast becoming a cautionary tale of urban inefficiency. Traffic congestion has become a silent tax, draining the country’s economy to the tune of half a billion rupees every day, amounting to over 200 billion rupees annually. This cost includes wasted fuel, lost productivity, increased pollution, and the opportunity costs of delayed mobility. Yet, much of this problem stems not just from road congestion but from the inefficient traffic light system; a problem exacerbated by a lack of public awareness and institutional accountability. Traffic jams in Colombo aren’t just frustrating; they are economically and environmentally costly. Let’s break it down: Combined, these inefficiencies cost the economy totalling up to half a billion rupees daily nearly 200 billion rupees annually. Colombo’s traffic system relies on a hierarchy of solutions: Free-flow junctions for low-traffic areas. Over the years, Sri Lanka has invested millions in installing and upgrading traffic light systems in Colombo, incorporating high-tech solutions. Yet, these systems remain largely underutilised, operating on fixed intervals instead of adapting to real-time traffic conditions. Adding insult to injury, during peak hours, these high-tech traffic lights are often switched off, with traffic police manually directing vehicles. This is not only a waste of investment but also doubles operational costs, as manpower replaces technology. Such inefficiencies reflect a broader systemic failure: investments made without proper monitoring or outcome evaluation. The Road Development Authority (RDA), responsible for traffic management, has installed these systems but operates without Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) or standards to measure effectiveness. Consequently, there is no external benchmark to evaluate whether Colombo’s traffic systems are performing at optimal levels. Adding to this issue is the public’s lack of awareness. Most people have grown so accustomed to the traffic chaos that they see it as an unavoidable part of urban life. Many are unaware that advanced traffic management technologies exist or someone is accountable for delivering better solutions. Without public pressure, there is little incentive for the authorities to innovate or improve. Globally, cities have embraced smart traffic management systems that adjust traffic lights in real time based on road conditions. These systems use: Countries all over the world have demonstrated that such systems can significantly reduce congestion, improve fuel efficiency, and boost urban productivity; all with cost-effective solutions. For Colombo, adopting similar systems is not just feasible but urgent. The cost of implementing these technologies pales in comparison to the economic burden caused by current inefficiencies. Colombo’s traffic woes highlight a critical issue: the absence of standards and accountability in traffic management. Establishing benchmarks and KPI-driven frameworks can help: Such measures would not only improve outcomes but also encourage public confidence in the system, leading to greater compliance and discipline on the roads. While technology is essential, driver behaviour and discipline are equally critical. For Colombo’s traffic management system to succeed: Colombo’s traffic light inefficiencies are a classic case of wasted potential and public funds. The current system is failing not because solutions are unavailable but because we lack the mechanisms to implement and maintain them effectively. This issue is more than an inconvenience; it’s a symptom of deeper systemic problems that require bold action. It’s time to recognise that Colombo deserves better. Public awareness must increase, standards must be set, and accountability must become the norm. Let us envision a city where traffic flows efficiently, investments yield results, and every citizen reclaims their lost time and productivity. By taking action now, Colombo can transform into a model city for the region; a testament to what’s possible when innovation meets accountability. Half a billion rupees a day is too steep a price to pay for inaction.Syrian rebels seize fourth city, close in on Homs in threat to Assad's rule
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Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola claimed he wanted to "harm himself" after visible scratches were spotted on his face. The Spaniard’s troubles grew on Tuesday evening as City’s winless run continued against Feyenoord. After five previous defeats, the Premier League champions looked set to secure victory as they raced into a 3-0 lead against the Dutch side. But they inexplicably collapsed within the final 15 minutes to draw. And speaking after the game, Guardiola appeared to have cut his nose, while he also had other marks all over his head. Asked by journalists the reason for the injuries, he suggested that it was a self-inflicted accident, but joked that he wanted to hurt himself. Guardiola said: “My finger, here [points to nose]. My nail. I want to harm myself.” A member of the assembled media attempted to console the Spaniard. Speaking as Guardiola left the press conference, they said: “It will be okay.” Things are not set to get any easier for City this weekend as they take on table-topping Liverpool at Anfield. And Guardiola has underlined his desire to get his side back on track ahead of the trip to Merseyside. He added: “Three episodes didn’t allow us to win, what we needed. For many, many reasons, not just for the terms of qualification and get the points to go through. Other reasons. “It’s what it is. So difficult to swallow right now. The game was good. We scored three, we could have scored more, we do everything but at the end, we give away especially the first one and after we are not stable enough to do it. What's going wrong with Man City? Share your thoughts in the comments below “It’s not about not running, no commitment, nothing like that but in football, you have to do it in certain moments. The second goal, the second post, touch the post. Improve, what can you do? So rest one or two days and prepare for Anfield.” Asked how he’s going to pick his players up, Guardiola replied: “We have to, I have to, it’s my job. We play a good game but of course we need to do it and we were not able to control the last minutes.” Should they lose to Arne Slot ’s side this weekend, City could already find themselves 11 points off the pace in the race for the Premier League title. Following the trip to Liverpool, City then host Nottingham Forest ahead of a trip to Crystal Palace . Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Sky has slashed the price of its Sky Sports, Sky Stream, Sky TV and Netflix bundle in an unbeatable new deal that saves £240 and includes 1,400 live matches across the Premier League, EFL and more.US President-elect Donald Trump on Monday praised Japan's SoftBank for its decision to invest $100 billion in the United States and create 100,000 new jobs, a big win for his incoming administration. "This historic investment is a monumental demonstration of confidence in America's future," Trump said during a press conference at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida, flanked by SoftBank chief executive Masayoshi Son. "It will help ensure that artificial intelligence, emerging technologies and other industries of tomorrow are built, created and grown right here in the USA," added Trump, who takes office from US President Joe Biden next month. Speaking alongside Trump, Son confirmed the investment company's financial commitment, adding that Trump's victory had "tremendously increased" his confidence in the US economy. "I am truly excited to make this happen," added Son, 67. Son's announcement is around double the amount he committed SoftBank to in December 2016, shortly before Trump began his first term as president. The Japanese investment holding company ultimately parted with around $100 billion through its Vision Fund, with much of the money supplied by sovereign wealth funds in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. "President Trump is a double-down president," Son said on Monday, adding: "I'm going to have to double down." Son made his name with successful early investments in Chinese e-commerce titan Alibaba and internet pioneer Yahoo, but has also bet on catastrophic failures such as WeWork. He has repeatedly said that "artificial superintelligence" will arrive in a decade, bringing new inventions, new medicine, new knowledge and new ways to invest. The SoftBank Group posted a bumper second-quarter net profit last month, returning to the black after net losses in the first quarter and the previous financial year. The company indicated back in March that it had $26 billion ready to be deployed for new investments. More from this section Stephen Moore, an economic advisor to Donald Trump, said the announcement marked a "great day." "The importation of capital into the US is a huge leading indicator for jobs and prosperity to come," Moore, an economist at the conservative Heritage Foundation, told AFP in a message. On the campaign trail, Trump pledged to boost the US economy by cutting red tape and fast-tracking investments, including into the oil and gas sector. US financial markets surged following his victory on November 5, with the tech-rich Nasdaq Composite index and the broad-based S&P 500 both hitting fresh records. Despite the enthusiasm in the markets, some analysts have voiced concern that Trump's proposals to implement new tariffs on US imports and deport millions of undocumented workers could end up hurting growth, and causing a spike in inflation. "The increased likelihood of substantial new tariffs on US imports would have the most consequential effect on economic growth," economists at Wells Fargo wrote in a recent note to clients, adding they had "bumped up" their inflation outlook and slightly cut their GDP forecast following Trump's win. Other analysts say the impact of Trump's tariff plans will largely depend on how they are actually implemented. "The impact on inflation need not be particularly significant for monetary policy," economists at Goldman Sachs wrote in a recent investor note. But, they added "this could change if the White House imposes a 10 percent universal tariff," referring to one of Trump's proposals on the campaign trail. Speaking in Mar-a-Lago on Monday, Trump insisted that, "properly used," tariffs would be positive for the US economy. "Our country right now loses to everybody," he said. "Almost nobody do we have a surplus with." "Tariffs will make our country rich," he added. da-tu/nro
San Jose Sharks (8-13-5, in the Pacific Division) vs. Seattle Kraken (11-12-1, in the Pacific Division) Seattle; Saturday, 10 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Kraken -211, Sharks +174; over/under is 6 BOTTOM LINE: The San Jose Sharks visit the Seattle Kraken after Jake Walman's two-goal game against the Seattle Kraken in the Sharks' 8-5 win. Seattle has gone 11-12-1 overall with a 3-3-0 record against the Pacific Division. The Kraken have a 10-2-1 record in games they score three or more goals. San Jose has gone 8-13-5 overall with a 3-5-0 record in Pacific Division play. The Sharks are 10th in the league serving 8.5 penalty minutes per game. Saturday's game is the second meeting between these teams this season. The Sharks won 8-5 in the last matchup. Walman led the Sharks with two goals. TOP PERFORMERS: Jared McCann has nine goals and 13 assists for the Kraken. Brandon Tanev has four goals and four assists over the past 10 games. Fabian Zetterlund has nine goals and 10 assists for the Sharks. Macklin Celebrini has five goals and four assists over the past 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Kraken: 6-4-0, averaging 2.9 goals, 4.3 assists, two penalties and 4.3 penalty minutes while giving up 2.6 goals per game. Sharks: 3-4-3, averaging 3.7 goals, 6.4 assists, 3.1 penalties and 7.3 penalty minutes while giving up 3.2 goals per game. INJURIES: Kraken: None listed. Sharks: None listed. ___ The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar . The Associated Press
Advisors Asset Management Inc. trimmed its position in Lamar Advertising ( NASDAQ:LAMR – Free Report ) by 33.0% in the 3rd quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 912 shares of the real estate investment trust’s stock after selling 449 shares during the quarter. Advisors Asset Management Inc.’s holdings in Lamar Advertising were worth $122,000 at the end of the most recent quarter. A number of other institutional investors and hedge funds also recently added to or reduced their stakes in LAMR. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP boosted its position in shares of Lamar Advertising by 6.0% in the second quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP now owns 1,332,586 shares of the real estate investment trust’s stock worth $159,283,000 after purchasing an additional 75,955 shares during the period. Massachusetts Financial Services Co. MA boosted its holdings in Lamar Advertising by 81.3% in the 2nd quarter. Massachusetts Financial Services Co. MA now owns 937,440 shares of the real estate investment trust’s stock worth $112,052,000 after buying an additional 420,311 shares during the period. Boston Trust Walden Corp increased its stake in Lamar Advertising by 2.0% in the 3rd quarter. Boston Trust Walden Corp now owns 407,813 shares of the real estate investment trust’s stock worth $54,484,000 after buying an additional 8,135 shares in the last quarter. Raymond James & Associates raised its holdings in Lamar Advertising by 3.8% during the second quarter. Raymond James & Associates now owns 370,275 shares of the real estate investment trust’s stock valued at $44,259,000 after acquiring an additional 13,444 shares during the period. Finally, Los Angeles Capital Management LLC purchased a new position in shares of Lamar Advertising in the third quarter valued at about $43,665,000. Institutional investors own 93.78% of the company’s stock. Lamar Advertising Trading Up 0.3 % LAMR stock opened at $134.02 on Friday. The firm has a fifty day moving average price of $132.62 and a 200 day moving average price of $124.25. Lamar Advertising has a fifty-two week low of $99.54 and a fifty-two week high of $139.88. The firm has a market cap of $13.72 billion, a PE ratio of 26.80 and a beta of 1.52. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 2.48, a quick ratio of 0.56 and a current ratio of 0.56. Analysts Set New Price Targets Several analysts recently issued reports on LAMR shares. TD Cowen increased their target price on Lamar Advertising from $142.00 to $160.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research report on Monday, November 11th. StockNews.com cut shares of Lamar Advertising from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Monday, November 11th. Morgan Stanley upped their target price on shares of Lamar Advertising from $125.00 to $135.00 and gave the stock an “equal weight” rating in a research report on Monday, November 11th. Finally, Wells Fargo & Company reduced their price target on shares of Lamar Advertising from $132.00 to $124.00 and set an “equal weight” rating on the stock in a report on Monday, November 11th. Five investment analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and one has assigned a buy rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat, the stock has an average rating of “Hold” and a consensus target price of $132.40. Get Our Latest Report on LAMR About Lamar Advertising ( Free Report ) Lamar Advertising Company operates as an outdoor advertising company in the United States and Canada. The company owns and operates billboards, logo signs, and transit advertising displays, as well as rents space for advertising on billboards, buses, shelters, benches, logo plates, and in airport terminals. See Also Five stocks we like better than Lamar Advertising How to Use High Beta Stocks to Maximize Your Investing Profits The Latest 13F Filings Are In: See Where Big Money Is Flowing How to Effectively Use the MarketBeat Ratings Screener 3 Penny Stocks Ready to Break Out in 2025 What is the Hang Seng index? FMC, Mosaic, Nutrien: Top Agricultural Stocks With Big Potential Want to see what other hedge funds are holding LAMR? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for Lamar Advertising ( NASDAQ:LAMR – Free Report ). Receive News & Ratings for Lamar Advertising Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Lamar Advertising and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .
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