Stroud accepts blame for Houston's struggles after Texans lose to Titans HOUSTON (AP) — C.J. Stroud was far from the only Houston Texan who struggled Sunday in an embarrassing loss to the Tennessee Titans. But it was the second-year quarterback who was the most vocal in taking the blame for the 32-27 defeat . Kristie Rieken, The Associated Press Nov 25, 2024 12:29 PM Nov 25, 2024 12:35 PM Share by Email Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Print Share via Text Message Houston Texans defensive end Danielle Hunter (55) sacks Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis (8) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith) HOUSTON (AP) — C.J. Stroud was far from the only Houston Texan who struggled Sunday in an embarrassing loss to the Tennessee Titans. But it was the second-year quarterback who was the most vocal in taking the blame for the 32-27 defeat . “It’s no secret, I haven’t been playing well personally, for my standard,” he said. “I have a couple good drives and plays here, but it’s up and down ... I’ve got to be hard on myself and realize that games can come down to me making plays.” Stroud threw for 247 yards and two touchdowns, but also threw two interceptions as the Texans lost for the third time in four games after a 5-1 start. “I’ve got to just be better, and I know that,” he said. Stroud has thrown five interceptions combined in the past three games to give him nine this season after he had just five in 15 games as a rookie. The Texans (7-5) got a touchdown on an interception return by Jimmie Ward in the third quarter Sunday, but the offense managed only a field goal after halftime as the unit’s second-half struggles continued. Houston’s offense scored 10 points after halftime in a 34-10 win over the Cowboys on Monday night, but has combined for just nine points in the second half of its past three losses. “We have to create positive plays,” coach DeMeco Ryans said. “Too many times, whether it’s run or pass, we have a negative play which kills our drive. First things first, how can we sustain positive plays and build drives? Too many drives were stalled out before we could even get started.” Despite the offensive struggles, the Texans still had a chance to tie the game with less than two minutes to go. But Ka’imi Fairbairn’s 28-yard field goal sailed wide left. What's working The Texans tied a franchise record with eight sacks Sunday. Danielle Hunter had a season-high three to give him 10 1/2 this season, which leads the team. Will Anderson Jr. added two in his return after missing two games with an ankle injury and has a career-high 9 1/2 this season. Houston ranks second in the NFL with 42 sacks entering Monday. What needs help Houston had just 40 yards rushing Sunday in a game where Joe Mixon had his worst performance of the season. Mixon, who ran for 109 yards and three touchdowns against the Cowboys, had a season-low 22 yards on 14 carries. “They’re a really good front, we knew that going into the game,” Ryans said. “But it doesn’t matter. Every front is good. You have to own the line of scrimmage. You have to be able to control the line of scrimmage and run the ball. We didn’t. We had too many negative plays in the running game.” The performance was Houston’s second-worst rushing game of the season after the team had 38 yards rushing in a loss to Minnesota in Week 3 when Mixon was out with an injury. Stock up Dameon Pierce had three kick returns for 135 yards Sunday, highlighted by an 80-yard return on the opening kickoff that set up Houston’s first touchdown. Stock down There have only been four missed field goals from 28 yards or closer in the NFL this season and Fairbairn has two of them. Fairbairn’s miss Sunday came after he missed a 27-yard attempt in a loss to the Jets. Injuries S Jalen Pitre left Sunday’s game in the second quarter with a shoulder injury. ... CB Ka’dar Hollman left in the fourth quarter with a knee injury. ... OT Blake Fisher missed a second straight game in the concussion protocol. Key number 23% — Houston converted just 3 of 13 third down attempts or 23% of its chances Sunday. Next steps The Texans, who lead the AFC South, will look to regroup to avoid another letdown next week when they visit the Jaguars (2-9), who have lost four in a row. “We made a lot of mistakes,” Hunter said. “We weren’t as locked in as we should have been. The biggest thing is just learning from this and just moving on to the next game.” Houston has its bye after facing Jacksonville before playing the Dolphins, Chiefs and Ravens in a 10-day stretch from Dec. 15-25. ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl Kristie Rieken, The Associated Press See a typo/mistake? Have a story/tip? This has been shared 0 times 0 Shares Share by Email Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Print Share via Text Message Get your daily Victoria news briefing Email Sign Up More Football (NFL) Raiders quarterback Gardner Minshew is out for the season with a broken collarbone Nov 25, 2024 1:05 PM Patriots heading back to the film room after their latest lopsided loss Nov 25, 2024 12:48 PM Panthers' close call against Chiefs has coach Dave Canales excited about the direction of the team Nov 25, 2024 12:47 PM
AP News Summary at 6:28 p.m. ESTWASHINGTON (AP) — The House shut down Democrats' efforts Thursday to release the long-awaited ethics report into former Rep. Matt Gaetz , pushing the fate of any resolution to the yearslong investigation of sexual misconduct allegations into further uncertainty. The nearly party-line votes came after Democrats had been pressing for the findings to be published even though the Florida Republican left Congress and withdrew as President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for attorney general. Rep. Tom McClintock, R-Calif., was the sole Republican to support the effort. Most Republicans have argued that any congressional probe into Gaetz ended when he resigned from the House. Speaker Mike Johnson also requested that the committee not publish its report, saying it would be a terrible precedent to set. While ethics reports have previously been released after a member’s resignation, it is extremely rare. Shortly before the votes took place, Rep. Sean Casten, D-Ill., who introduced one of the bills to force the release, said that if Republicans reject the release, they will have “succeeded in sweeping credible allegations of sexual misconduct under the rug.” Gaetz has repeatedly denied the claims. Earlier Thursday, the Ethics panel met to discuss the Gaetz report but made no decision, saying in a short statement that the matter is still being discussed. It's unclear now whether the document will ever see the light of day as lawmakers only have a few weeks left before a new session of Congress begins. It's the culmination of weeks of pressure on the Ethics committee's five Republicans and five Democrats who mostly work in secret as they investigate allegations of misconduct against lawmakers. The status of the Gaetz investigation became an open question last month when he abruptly resigned from Congress after Trump's announcement that he wanted his ally in the Cabinet. It is standard practice for the committee to end investigations when members of Congress depart, but the circumstances surrounding Gaetz were unusual, given his potential role in the new administration. Rep. Michael Guest, R-Miss., the committee chairman, said Wednesday that there is no longer the same urgency to release the report given that Gaetz has left Congress and stepped aside as Trump's choice to head the Justice Department. “I’ve been steadfast about that. He’s no longer a member. He is no longer going to be confirmed by the Senate because he withdrew his nomination to be the attorney general,” Guest said. The Gaetz report has also caused tensions between lawmakers on the bipartisan committee. Pennsylvania Rep. Susan Wild, the top Democrat on the panel, publicly admonished Guest last month for mischaracterizing a previous meeting to the press. Gaetz has denied any wrongdoing and said last year that the Justice Department’s separate investigation against him into sex trafficking allegations involving underage girls ended without federal charges. His onetime political ally Joel Greenberg , a fellow Republican who served as the tax collector in Florida’s Seminole County, admitted as part of a plea deal with prosecutors in 2021 that he paid women and an underage girl to have sex with him and other men. The men were not identified in court documents when he pleaded guilty. Greenberg was sentenced in late 2022 to 11 years in prison. ___ Farnoush Amiri, The Associated Press
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France’s winning streak continues — but New York City is creepin’. Paris, France, is on a roll, keeping the No. 1 spot as the best city in the world, according to Euromonitor International’s Top 100 City Destinations ranking. And it’s perhaps no surprise that NYC landed in the top spot for American cities in the world but No. 6 overall. The city that never sleeps moved up a few slots compared to 2022 when it landed at No. 10. The London-based market research company cited Paris for its “unmatched global dominance in 2024,” most notably due to tourism from “a wide array of sporting events it hosted throughout the year, including the Summer Olympic Games.” Following Paris’ high rating comes Madrid (2), Tokyo (3), Rome (4) and Milan (5). But the opposite end kicks off with Cairo in 100th place, followed by Chinese city Zhuhai in 99th and Jerusalem in 98th. Only eight other US cities made the list besides NYC, including Los Angeles (18), Las Vegas (23), Orlando (33), Miami (33) and San Francisco (36). Euromonitor International determines a city’s ranking by analyzing economic and business performance, tourism performance, tourism infrastructure, tourism policy and attractiveness, health and safety, and sustainability. The 2024 report also revealed that global international arrivals had increased by 19%, “which was driven by strong tourism demand.” Out of all the continents, Europe is the most popular region for travelers, reaching a whopping 793 million international visitors within the year. However, the city most visited by international arrivals is Bangkok with 32 million. “The city surpassed pre-pandemic level of international tourism flows in 2023 and continued dynamic growth of over 30% in 2024,” Euromonitor International said. Other destinations that experienced high international arrivals include Istanbul (2) with a 14% increase, London (3) with a 7% uptick, Hong Kong (4) with a 19% jump and Mecca (5) with a 20% bump. “Despite positive recovery projections, challenges like labor shortages, geopolitical tensions and a sluggish economy will persist, limiting city growth,” said Nadejda Popova, global head of loyalty at Euromonitor International. She explained how less traveled destinations expect a rise in popularity because travelers seek locations with hidden gems that are not oversaturated with tourism. “Consumers will prioritize culturally enriching, personalized experiences, making them the new travel currency,” Popova added. THE WORLD’S TOP 100 CITIES 2024 1. Paris 2. Madrid 3. Tokyo 4. Rome 5. Milan 6. New York 7. Amsterdam 8. Sydney 9. Singapore 10. Barcelona 11. Taipei 12. Seoul 13. London 14. Dubai 15. Berlin 16. Osaka 17. Bangkok 18. Los Angeles 19. Istanbul 20. Melbourne 21. Hong Kong 22. Munich 23. Las Vegas 24. Florence 25. Prague 26. Dublin 27. Kyoto 28. Vienna 29. Lisbon 30. Venice 31. Kuala Lumpur 32. Athens 33. Orlando 34. Toronto 35. Miami 36. San Francisco 37. Shanghai 38. Frankfurt am Main 39. Copenhagen 40. Zurich 41. Washington 42. Pattaya-Chonburi 43. Vancouver 44. Stockholm 45. Mexico City 46. Oslo 47. São Paulo 48. Phuket 49. Helsinki 50. Brussels 51. Budapest 52. Guangzhou 53. Nice 54. Palma de Mallorca 55. Honolulu 56. Beijing 57. Warsaw 58. Seville 59. Valencia 60. Shenzhen 61. Doha 62. Abu Dhabi 63. Antalya 64. Fukuoka 65. Sapporo 66. Busan 67. Macau 68. Edinburgh 69. Montreal 70. Cancún 71. Bologna 72. Rhodes 73. Verona 74. Delhi 75. Porto 76. Ho Chi Minh City 77. Buenos Aires 78. Marne-La-Vallée 79. Rio de Janeiro 80. Kraków 81. Heraklion 82. Johor Bahru 83. Hanoi 84. Tel Aviv 85. Sharjah 86. Thessaloniki 87. Lima 88. Medina 89. Tbilisi 90. Riyadh 91. Tallinn 92. Marrakech 93. Mecca 94. Denpasar 95. Punta Cana 96. Santiago 97. Vilnius 98. Jerusalem 99. Zhuhai 100. Cairo Originally published as World’s best cities list for 2024 shows Sydney at number eight spot, as Melbourne sits at 20BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov 22, 2024-- In recognition of its local collaboration, commitment to modernizing the electric system and support of clean energy goals, Eversource and its local partner BXP have been selected to receive a 2024 Cambridge Chamber of Commerce Annual Visionary Award for their partnership on the innovative Greater Cambridge Energy Program (GCEP), which includes the development of a first-of-its-kind underground electrical substation. The Visionary Awards & Gala took place on November 21 at 5:30 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Hotel. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241122421270/en/ Eversource and BXP accept the Cambridge Chamber of Commerce Annual Visionary Award. (Photo: Business Wire) Among other innovative technologies, GCEP will include the nation’s largest underground substation—a 35,000-square-foot facility 120 feet beneath a public green space at BXP’s Life Sciences Center in Kendall Square. It will also feature eight underground transmission lines spanning 8.3 miles across Cambridge, Somerville, and Boston, plus 48 distribution lines and significant upgrades to local substations or clean energy hubs to enhance power reliability, resilience, and support for a growing electric demand driven by the electrification of transportation and heating. “Our dedicated employees work every day to ensure a reliable, more sustainable energy future, and we are truly honored to receive this award from the Cambridge Chamber of Commerce,” said Bill Quinlan, Eversource President of Transmission and Offshore Wind Projects. “This recognition emphasizes the critical role of collaboration and compromise in delivering innovative solutions that meet the unique needs of the communities we serve. We’re pleased to have had the opportunity to collaborate with BXP, the City of Cambridge, the Cambridge Redevelopment Authority, as well as the City of Somerville and Allston/Brighton on this important project. By investing in advanced technologies and infrastructure, we aim to meet the evolving energy needs of our customers in an environmentally responsible way, creating a cleaner, more resilient, and efficient grid for the future.” The Visionary Awards recognize innovators from the business, institutional, and non-profit communities who are truly effecting change in Cambridge and beyond. This special evening is an opportunity for the Cambridge business community to celebrate these change agents and their extraordinary impact on improving the lives of others. Additional information about the project is available on the company’s Greater Cambridge Energy Program’s web page. More information on the energy company’s year-round work to strengthen and modernize the electric system for customers can be found on the reliability page of Eversource's website . Eversource (NYSE: ES), celebrated as a national leader for its corporate citizenship, is among the top energy companies in Newsweek ’s list of America’s Most Responsible Companies for 2024 and recognized as a Five-Year Champion , appearing in every edition of the list. Eversource transmits and delivers electricity and natural gas and supplies water to 1.8 million customers throughout Massachusetts, including approximately 1.47 million electric customers in 140 communities, 639,000 gas customers in 117 communities, and 11,500 water customers in five communities. Eversource harnesses the commitment of approximately 10,000 employees across three states to build a single, united company around the mission of safely delivering reliable energy and water with superior customer service. The #1 energy efficiency provider in the nation, the company is empowering a clean energy future in the Northeast, with nationally recognized energy efficiency solutions and successful programs to integrate new clean energy resources like a first-in-the-nation networked geothermal pilot project, solar, offshore wind, electric vehicles and battery storage, into the electric system. For more information, please visit eversource.com , and follow us on X , Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn . For more information on our water services, visit aquarionwater.com . View source version on businesswire.com : https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241122421270/en/ CONTACT: Kyle Costa 774-464-8185 kyle.costa@eversource.com KEYWORD: MASSACHUSETTS UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: GREEN TECHNOLOGY ENERGY ENVIRONMENT SUSTAINABILITY UTILITIES SOURCE: Eversource Copyright Business Wire 2024. 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New Brunswick's child and youth advocate has delivered a mostly failing grade to the provincial government's work on recommendations in 2021 to address mental health issues among First Nations youth. In a report released Monday morning, Kelly Lamrock calls the government's efforts "lacklustre," concluding that it took no action on 12 of the 20 recommendations and only "somewhat implemented" the eight others. He told reporters that the response has been "profoundly underwhelming." Lamrock called for a "nation-to-nation" approach to the issue, including co-management by the province and First Nations governments of funding for mental health services. WATCH | 'Profoundly underwhelming,' advocate says of government efforts: N.B. has failed to act on Indigenous mental health ideas, advocate finds 1 hour ago Duration 2:37 Report says New Brunswick government hasn’t taken steps to improve mental health services for First Nations youth. "At some point one either accepts that we need a distinct process to deal with the crisis in First Nations communities or we do not," Lamrock said. "And that dividing line really animates the report. My submission respectfully to the legislature is we do, and we have not had one." He noted that young Indigenous people are almost eight times as likely to take their own lives as other New Brunswick youth. "Anybody that thinks you can simply attack this problem by saying 'take the strategy for the whole province and add Aboriginal people' probably has not reflected long enough on the very unique causes and very unique challenges in First Nations communities." Lamrock asked government departments for an accounting of their work on the proposals submitted by a First Nations advisory council to his predecessor Norm Bossé, as part of the advocate's broader review of suicide prevention and youth mental health services. He said the responses "do not meaningfully address the substance of the recommendations," often equating the creation of committees — or just the discussion of who might sit on committees — with concrete actions. "In several cases it appears that authorities are providing unrelated or tangential responses as a means to avoid rejecting the recommendations," he wrote. "This indicates both a failure of the authorities to address the issue and a failure to take accountability for their inaction." Lamrock's report makes five new recommendations that he says are intended to "kickstart this process after three lost years," including a "nation-to-nation" agreement with First Nations for the co-management of funding for youth mental health services. Lack of action has 'huge costs' Roxanne Sappier, who co-chaired the advisory council for Bossé's report, said she was hopeful the proposals would spark movement. "The lack of action means that our youth are suffering, that we're not meeting the needs of our families in our communities, and that has huge, huge costs," she said. In a statement, Rob McKee, the Liberal minister responsible for mental health and addiction services, said "a number of initiatives are underway ...and are in various stages of implementation" — the kind of phrasing that Lamrock's report criticized.. McKee's statement said that includes creating programs that are "culturally safe" for Indigenous people, but he did not mention the idea of co-managing funding. Lamrock also called for clearer accounting of federal funds transferred to the province for First Nations mental health to ensure it's being spent properly and the creation of clear indicators for measuring progress. He was reluctant to discuss whether the previous Progressive Conservative government of Blaine Higgs was to blame or whether the new Liberal government of Premier Susan Holt would make a difference. His job, he said, was to report to the legislature — meaning 49 MLAs from three different parties — and leave it to them to hold specific politicians accountable. "My job is to say what has come out of the department, and it's nothing." Roxanne Sappier, who co-chaired the advisory council for Bossé's report, says they've been waiting 'a long, long time' for gains to be made. (Mikael Mayer/Radio-Canada) But Sappier said she believes the attitudes of those holding political power can't be ignored. "It's been very challenging without that support from the top. So we're really hopeful that now that we do have mandates from this government supporting this work, that we will make some gains that we've been waiting for for a long, long time," she said. Progressive Conservative MLA Rob Weir, who was first elected in October and who worked as a political assistant in the PC government, was reluctant to say why so little progress had happened. "I can't answer that because I was not in the room," he said. PC MLA Rob Weir, who was first elected in October, was reluctant to say why so little progress had happened. (Jacques Poitras/CBC) "I will guarantee that moving forward, I will be an advocate for paying attention to the issues that we have and solving the problems moving forward." Green Party leader David Coon said the Higgs government was clearly responsible for the inaction, "but they're gone," and he called on the legislature's social policy committee to be given a mandate to monitor the implementation of the recommendations. Among the 2021 recommendations where Lamrock found no action was taken: The launch of a separate review by the provincial government of Indigenous youth mental health services. Changes to health care structures and processes with a long-term goal of "cultural safety" for Indigenous youth and better outcomes. A forum that includes federal and provincial governments and Indigenous leaders to develop a framework for "culturally appropriate, competent and safe" mental health services. Improving the transparency of how federal government money transferred to the province is spent on Indigenous mental health services. Cultural training for judges and Crown prosecutors. Among recommendations that Lamrock said were "somewhat" implemented: Formal support and recognition of the Mi'gmaq, Peskotomuhkati and Wolastoqey languages through provincial legislation and programs. The offering of "culturally relevant" mental wellness, health and addiction services for Indigenous youth, with an emphasis on Indigenous-led services. A more culturally inclusive education policy.
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Gluten-free Products Market Overview, Latest Trends, Growth Drivers, Opportunities, Key Segments, Leading Players, and Recent Developments 12-16-2024 11:12 PM CET | Business, Economy, Finances, Banking & Insurance Press release from: ABNewswire MarketsandMarkets� Gluten-free Products Market by Type (Bakery Products, Snacks & RTE Products, Pizzas & Pastas, Condiments & Dressings), Form, Distribution Channel (Conventional Stores, Specialty Stores, and Drugstores & Pharmacies), Source - Global Forecast to 2029 The [ https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/gluten-free-products-market-worth-11-48-billion-by-2029-exclusive-report-by-marketsandmarkets-302262256.html ] is experiencing significant expansion. Valued at USD 7.70 billion in 2024, it is projected to reach USD 11.48 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 8.3%. This growth is fueled by the increasing prevalence of celiac disease and gluten sensitivities, which have broadened the market's consumer base. According to a 2023 report by the National Library of Medicine, celiac disease affects 0.5-1% of the general population, with incidence rates rising over the past two decades due to improved detection and diagnosis methods. The risk is significantly higher among individuals with other autoimmune conditions, such as type 1 diabetes, and first-degree relatives of those affected, who face a 1 in 10 risk. As awareness grows, consumers are increasingly turning to gluten-free foods to manage these health conditions, driving demand worldwide. Image: https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/Images/gluten-free-products-market.jpg Download PDF Brochure: https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/pdfdownloadNew.asp?id=738 Microencapsulation Technology: A Game-Changer for Gluten-Free Products Microencapsulation technology offers a transformative opportunity for the gluten-free products market. This technology protects sensitive ingredients, such as gluten-free flours, by encasing them in a protective coating. This barrier shields the ingredients from oxidation, moisture absorption, and flavor degradation, ensuring greater stability and freshness. Moreover, it reduces reliance on artificial preservatives, aligning with the growing consumer preference for clean-label products. Products with extended shelf life not only reduce waste but also improve distribution efficiency and expand market reach, making gluten-free products more appealing to a broader audience. For manufacturers, this innovation provides a competitive advantage in the rapidly evolving market, enabling them to cater to the rising demand for high-quality, long-lasting gluten-free foods. Bakery Products Dominate the Gluten-free Products Market In 2023, bakery products accounted for the largest share of the gluten-free market, driven by their role as everyday staples such as bread, cakes, and cookies. The growing demand for gluten-free alternatives has spurred innovation, resulting in products with enhanced taste, texture, and nutritional value. These items are often made using whole grains, seeds, and alternative flours, appealing to health-conscious consumers seeking nutritious and gluten-free options. The versatility and convenience of gluten-free bakery items, available in fresh, frozen, and packaged formats, contribute to their popularity. Their widespread accessibility and acceptance further propel the growth of this segment, making bakery products a cornerstone of the gluten-free market. Make an Inquiry: https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/Enquiry_Before_BuyingNew.asp?id=738 Conventional Stores Lead the Distribution Channels Conventional stores, including supermarkets, hypermarkets, and online retailers, are projected to dominate the distribution channels for gluten-free products during the forecast period. These stores offer unparalleled convenience, a diverse product range, and accessibility that make them the preferred choice for consumers. Supermarkets and hypermarkets provide in-person shopping options, while online platforms cater to the growing preference for doorstep delivery and an extensive selection of gluten-free items. The increasing number of gluten-sensitive consumers has prompted traditional retailers to expand their gluten-free product inventory, ensuring they remain competitive in this thriving market. Europe is Expected to Dominates the Gluten-free Products Market Share. Europe is poised to be the fastest-growing region in the gluten-free products market, driven by rising health awareness and dietary preferences. The demand for gluten-free products among health-conscious individuals and those with gluten intolerance is a key growth factor. Leading Gluten-free Products Companies [ https://www.barchart.com/story/news/28799363/glutenfree-products-market-projected-to-reach-1148-billion-by-2029-key-players-are-the-kraft-heinz-company-the-hain-celestial-group-general-mills-inc-conagra-brands-inc-and-genius-food ] The region is home to leading industry players, including Barilla G. e R. F.lli S.p.A. (Italy), Raisio Oyj (Finland), Dr. Schar AG / SPA (Italy), Ecotone (France), and Alara Wholefoods (UK). These companies are driving market growth through investments in product innovation and the expansion of production capacity to meet the increasing demand. The Kraft Heinz Company (US) Kraft Heinz is one of the largest global food and beverage companies, with a large portfolio of brands in condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, and other grocery categories. The company was formed on July 2, 2015, by the merger of Kraft Foods Group and H.J. Heinz Holding Corporation. Thus, Kraft Heinz has been among the leading food companies in the world. The company sells its diverse product line through grocery stores, convenience stores, pharmacies, mass merchants, foodservice distributors, and institutions. The gluten-free products that Kraft Heinz sells are broad, wherein its category includes condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, frozen and chilled foods, and meats and seafood. The product categories of the company are organized into seven strategic platforms, including taste elevation, fast fresh meals, easy meals made better, real food snacking, flavourful hydration, easy indulgent desserts, and others. Of the total revenue of the company, 34% was contributed by taste elevation platform in FY2023. Kraft Heinz operates under two geographic regions: North America and International. The total number of manufacturing and processing facilities operated is 75. Conagra Brands, Inc. (US) Conagra Brands, Inc. is one of the leading food firms in North America, which specializes in processed and packaged foods and maintains a headquarters in Chicago. It operates through four segments: Grocery and Snacks, Refrigerated and Frozen, International, and Foodservice. The Grocery & snacks segment supplies items in shelf-stable form, while Refrigerated and Frozen provides temperature-controlled food. The International segment supplies branded products throughout the globe, while Foodservice serves restaurants with customized culinary products. Its gluten-free products are available under the Grocery and snacks business segment. A host of brands makes up Conagra's portfolio that includes, but is not limited to, iconic brands like Birds Eye, Duncan Hines, and Healthy Choice, and emerging brands like Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP and Gardein. Formed as a flour-milling company in 1919, the reincorporation of Conagra occurred in 1976. It focuses on renovation and innovating its brands for better and sustainable growth. It mainly concentrates on the U.S. market. Gluten-free Products Industry [ https://www.marketsandmarketsblog.com/gluten-free-products-market-5.html ] Recent Developments: In July 2024, the flavors of Ore-Ida and GoodPop, brands of The Kraft Heinz Company, joined forces with frozen novelties in the creation of Fudge n' Vanilla French Fry Pops, which is manufactured using vanilla oat milk, a chocolate fudge shell, crispy potato bits. With strategic placement into the gluten-free category, these two innovative, first-of-their-kind products were expected to place the companies in an excellent position to meet the increasing consumer demand for unique and allergen-friendly snacks.In March 2024, Garden Veggie, The Hain Celestial Group's brand, introduced Flavor Burst Tortilla Chips. These gluten-free tortilla chips were expected to be available in vegetable-infused flavors like Nacho Cheese and Zesty Ranch. This innovation is expected to help the company grow by providing consumers with healthy and nutritious gluten-free snacking options.In February 2024, General Mills Inc.'s yogurt brand, Yoplait, also launched Yoplait Original with Chocolate Shavings in Cherry, Raspberry, and Strawberry flavors to add creaminess to this guilt-free treat of real chocolate. These gluten-free product offerings are expected to give the company a competitive edge in the market. Key Questions Addressed by the Gluten-free Products Market Report [ https://www.whatech.com/og/markets-research/food-beverage/889827-gluten-free-products-market-to-hit-11-48-billion-by-2029-key-trends-and-innovations.html]: What is the current size of the gluten-free products market? What are the key market players, and how intense is the competition? 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Percentages: FG .547, FT .725. 3-Point Goals: 12-22, .545 (Hunter 7-10, Rogers 3-6, Carter 1-2, Haggerty 1-4). Team Rebounds: 2. Team Turnovers: 1. Blocked Shots: 2 (Cisse 2). Turnovers: 12 (Dainja 3, Haggerty 3, Hunter 2, Jourdain 2, Okojie, Rogers). Steals: 2 (Haggerty, Hunter). Technical Fouls: Dainja, 2:29 first. Percentages: FG .492, FT .792. 3-Point Goals: 14-30, .467 (Karaban 4-8, Ball 3-6, Stewart 2-3, Mahaney 2-4, McNeeley 2-4, Diarra 1-4, Ross 0-1). Team Rebounds: 2. Team Turnovers: 1. Blocked Shots: 3 (Reed 3). Turnovers: 9 (Diarra 3, Johnson 2, Reed 2, Karaban, Mahaney). Steals: 3 (Diarra, Johnson, McNeeley). Technical Fouls: Huskies, 15:50 first; Johnson, 2:29 first; coach Dan Hurley, 00:39 first. .Percentages: FG .547, FT .725. 3-Point Goals: 12-22, .545 (Hunter 7-10, Rogers 3-6, Carter 1-2, Haggerty 1-4). Team Rebounds: 2. Team Turnovers: 1. Blocked Shots: 2 (Cisse 2). Turnovers: 12 (Dainja 3, Haggerty 3, Hunter 2, Jourdain 2, Okojie, Rogers). Steals: 2 (Haggerty, Hunter). Technical Fouls: Dainja, 2:29 first. Percentages: FG .492, FT .792. 3-Point Goals: 14-30, .467 (Karaban 4-8, Ball 3-6, Stewart 2-3, Mahaney 2-4, McNeeley 2-4, Diarra 1-4, Ross 0-1). Team Rebounds: 2. Team Turnovers: 1. Blocked Shots: 3 (Reed 3). Turnovers: 9 (Diarra 3, Johnson 2, Reed 2, Karaban, Mahaney). Steals: 3 (Diarra, Johnson, McNeeley). Technical Fouls: Huskies, 15:50 first; Johnson, 2:29 first; coach Dan Hurley, 00:39 first. .Richard Drury It's a holiday-shortened Thanksgiving week, so over the next few days, we plan on writing about some of the stocks that investors can be most thankful for. In this post, we're highlighting the 25 best-performing stocks in the S&P 1500 onHouse rejects Democratic efforts to force release of Matt Gaetz ethics report
Los Angeles Chargers rookie wide receiver Ladd McConkey, listed as questionable due to a shoulder issue, is expected to play Monday night against the visiting Baltimore Ravens, NFL Network reported. McConkey missed practice on Thursday and was limited on Friday and Saturday. Star linebacker Khalil Mack, who was questionable because of a groin injury and was a limited participant, also is expected to play, according to the report. The Chargers (7-3) made several moves Monday ahead of the game against the Ravens (7-4), placing tight end Hayden Hurst (hip) on injured reserve, activating cornerback Deane Leonard (hamstring) off IR, signing cornerback Eli Apple from the practice to the active squad, and elevating linebacker Caleb Murphy and safety Tony Jefferson for game day. McConkey, 23, has started nine of 10 games and has 43 receptions on 63 targets for 615 yards and four touchdowns. The Chargers drafted the 6-foot, 185-pound McConkey in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft out of Georgia. Mack, 33, is a three-time first-team All-Pro, an eight-time Pro Bowl selection and the 2016 NFL Defensive Player of the Year. He has started the nine games he has played and has 26 tackles and 4.5 sacks this season. For his career, Mack has 617 tackles, 106 sacks, 141 tackles for loss, 178 quarterback hits, three interceptions -- two returned for touchdowns -- 32 forced fumbles and 13 fumble recoveries in 160 games (159 starts). He has played for the Raiders (2014-17), Chicago Bears (2018-21) and Chargers. Hurst, 31, has started two of seven games in his first season with the Chargers. He has seven receptions on 12 targets for 65 yards. A first-round pick (25th overall) by Baltimore in the 2018 NFL Draft out of South Carolina, Hurst has 202 receptions for 1,967 yards and 15 TDs in 86 games (41 starts) for the Ravens (2018-19), Atlanta Falcons (2020-21), Cincinnati Bengals (2022), Carolina Panthers (2023) and Chargers. Apple, 29, has two tackles in three games this season, his first with the Chargers. The 10th overall selection in the 2016 draft, Apple has 383 career tackles and six interceptions in 101 games (82 starts) for the New York Giants (2016-18), New Orleans Saints (2018-19), Panthers (2020), Bengals (2021-22), Miami Dolphins (2023) and Chargers. Leonard, who turned 25 last Tuesday, has four tackles in four games this season. His 21-day practice window on IR opened Wednesday. --Field Level MediaUConn head coach Dan Hurley insists he's not overvaluing Wednesday night's game between his 25th-ranked Huskies and No. 15 Baylor in Storrs, Conn. Sure, it comes on the heels of the two-time reigning national champion Huskies (5-3) responding to losing all three games during the Maui Invitational with a blowout victory over Maryland Eastern Shore on Saturday. UConn, which had won 17 consecutive games entering the Maui tournament, fell 23 spots from No. 2 to nearly out of the Associated Press Top 25 poll released Monday. "I think it's such a long season and we're eight games in," Hurley said when asked about facing the Bears. "Our performance in Maui shocked the college basketball world and the sports world, and obviously a lot went on there." "I don't think it's a must-win game in Game Nine of the season, but it's an opportunity to play in Gampel (Pavilion), where we play great and are very comfortable, and we know we're gonna have a great crowd." "We also know we're playing a top-level team, so it's a big game for us and it's a big game for them." Wednesday's game signifies the start of a tough stretch in UConn's schedule. The Huskies will visit Texas on Sunday and challenge No. 7 Gonzaga in New York on Dec. 14 before beginning Big East play on Dec. 18 against Xavier, which fell from No. 22 to out of the poll on Monday. But let's go back to Saturday's 99-45 dismantling of the Hawks. Jaylin Stewart started in place of the injured Alex Karaban (head) and joined Liam McNeeley by scoring 16 points to put UConn back in the win column. Solo Ball contributed 12 points, Aidan Mahaney had 11 and Tarris Reed Jr. (10 points, 12 rebounds) and Jayden Ross (10 points, 10 rebounds) each recorded a double-double. "This experience they're getting, (Stewart), Jayden Ross, Solo Ball, these guys are going to keep getting better and better," Hurley said. "Jaylin Stewart has flashed. That Memphis game (in which he scored 16 points on 7-of-9 shooting), he flashed a lot in that one. "... These sophomores are just going to keep getting better and better. That's why I do think we do need the grace and support of our people here at UConn. Because they're going to be such different players in January and February." Coming off a split in the Bahamas, Baylor (5-2) bounced back from a 77-62 setback to then-No. 11 Tennessee on Nov. 22 with a decisive 91-60 victory over New Orleans last Wednesday. "I know we're all a little tired," Bears coach Scott Drew said. "Whenever you come back from the Bahamas and a trip like that, the first game, you can be playing in mud. And I think the guys did a pretty good job, for the most part." Jayden Nunn drained six of his seven 3-pointers in the first half and finished with a season-high 23 points to power Baylor past the Privateers. Robert Wright III scored 18 points, Jeremy Roach had 17 and Miami transfer Norchad Omier recorded his third consecutive double-double after finishing with 12 points and a season-high 13 rebounds. --Field Level Media
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The Tiburon Town Council has adopted the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, capping a two-year process to develop the document. The unanimous vote on Wednesday meeting came with some last stipulations from the council. Council members were concerned about types of zoning, the title and storage issues. The 135-page plan is a tool to help guide the town over the next several years on decisions regarding its parks, open spaces and trails. It details key information on spaces and programs, a demographic breakdown of the population, community priorities, recommended priorities and the potential cost of upgrades. “I feel great about it,” Councilmember Jon Welner said. “I like the master plan. In order to be a useful roadmap for us, to make rational decisions going forward, the best way to do it is to identify what kinds of things we need in different parts of parks and open space so that we can then get past all that confusion and focus on specific actions that we can take.” Mayor Alice Fredericks pointed out one small, but important, edit, noting that the term “open space” is not in the title of the master plan. She acknowledged that open space is clearly recognized throughout the plan. “The policy history of this town is that open space is a recreational amenity and the educational amenity that defines us,” Fredericks said. The plan zones various parks and open spaces based on area characteristics, such as suitability for recreational use. Welner noted how the R1 zone — labeled as active and recreational — includes McKegney Green, Richardson Bay Lineal Park and Teather Park. “I think they are very different spots,” Welner said. “I kind of think there is R1 sub a and R1 sub b.” Welner said Richardson Bay Lineal Park is the “gem” of Tiburon and wanted to be sure it doesn’t get overdeveloped because it has visual value. He asked the town consultant to note how the R1 areas are different when considering amenities in the area. Vice Mayor Holli Thier asked to delete page 94 from the plan entirely. It was a conceptual drawing of how to realign the Old Rail Trail and San Francisco Bay Trail to connect better. She noted that the class 4 bike lane project on Tiburon Boulevard could also affect this idea. “I believe that we are not yet at a place where we can do this,” Thier said. Thier also said all references to storage buildings and containers need to be removed. She said anything stored by the Public Works Department should be at the corporation yard, and that residents previously rejected a storage shed in the parks. Fredericks and Councilmember Jack Ryan disagreed on removing storage references. Fredericks said there are other items in the plan that the community had previously rejected, and that circumstances could change. “As we add or change the amenities in that area, the needs will change and the need for that kind of storage may increase,” Fredericks said. “It may decrease, but I think this is not a decisionmaking process now. It is a framework for the decision makers, so leaving something in, even if it were to be rejected, really is the better avenue to go.” The Town Council asked to add a statement that residents later might want uses not outlined by the plan. This would leave the storage concept open for discussion in the future. The plan also includes a list of early-action, short-term items. Welner said many of the items — a public water-sport launch, shaded areas and picnic tables at parks, neighborhood park upgrades — are low-hanging fruit, and the town should be working to address them as soon as possible. “I don’t want to wait too long,” Welner said. “I’d love to do the early-action items and I really like the inclusion of that kind of list.” Councilmember Isaac Nikfar suggested having the Parks, Open Space and Trails Commission come up with a list of under 10 of the easier, high-priority projects that could be shovel-ready in six to 12 months. The council also approved all the recommendations made by the commission last month. The recommendations included removing references to adding restrooms at Shoreline Park; noting parking availability on the trail maps; and labeling the tiers of improvements to necessary, strategic, transformational. “The purpose of this master plan is not to change anything right now,” Nikfar said. “The purpose of this master plan is to have a framework for decisions and to understand what is important to residents and to start on a plan to help us move forward in evaluating projects that will have a positive impact on our community.” The plan will go return to the Town Council to confirm the edits were made. The master plan is online at tiburonparks.com.The Future of Hygiene: SensoWash® Starck f Revolutionizes Bathroom ComfortChipotle Mexican Grill CMG has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 15.31% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 27.16%. Currently, Chipotle Mexican Grill has a market capitalization of $84.76 billion. Buying $100 In CMG: If an investor had bought $100 of CMG stock 15 years ago, it would be worth $3,727.08 today based on a price of $62.20 for CMG at the time of writing. Chipotle Mexican Grill's Performance Over Last 15 Years Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time. This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor. © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.
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Long-term exposure to wildfire smoke in fire-riddled Southern California has been associated with diagnoses of dementia , researchers said Monday. The smoke, which contains a mixture of hazardous pollutants , produces particles known as PM2.5. While the air humans breathe always contains particle pollution, exposure to PM2.5 can affect the lungs and heart. Particle pollution has been linked to premature death in people with related conditions, irregular heartbeat, aggravated asthma, nonfatal heart attacks, decreased lung function and difficulty breathing. It has been associated with neurodegenerative diseases, such as dementia. But, understanding the role of PM2.5 sources is fairly new . Now, in an 11-year study of more than 1.2 million Kaiser Permanente members in Southern California ages 60 and up, a group of doctors from around the country said that rates of dementia rose significantly among residents who had been frequently exposed to wildfire smoke over a three-year-long period . “Wildfires, once rare and geographically confined, now regularly impact populations across the US,” the physicians said. “Anthropogenic climate change has increased wildfire frequency and intensity, eroding gains in air quality achieved under the Clean Air Act in the Western US.” They noted that wildfire-generated particulate matter accounts for the majority of people’s exposure to PM2.5 on poor air quality days in California. The authors said every one-microgram-per-square-meter increase of wildfire-generated air pollution “was associated with an 18 percent increase in the odds of dementia diagnosis.” Those who were under the age of 75 when they entered the study appeared more prone to negative effects compared with people who were older. The link between wildfire smoke and dementia was stronger among participants who were Black and Hispanic. Others were also disproportionately affected including people living in poorer areas and minorities. “These latter findings underscore the importance of research that considers the effects of air pollution on potentially vulnerable population subgroups and aims to identify potential strategies to mitigate inequities in air pollution exposure effects,” researchers wrote. The group said helping to prevent fires and protect the state’s residents from smoke could reduce the risk of dementia and support health equality in the future.” The research was published in the journal JAMA Neurology . These findings come after California saw its fourth-largest wildfire in history this summer, and red flag warnings and other risks have continued into November and across the drought-covered U.S. A study published earlier in the year found that pollution in smoke produced by climate change-fueled wildfires has killed nearly 12,000 more people around the world in recent years compared to decades ago. “This indicates that climate change is increasingly posing a threat to public health, driven by more fire smoke even affecting densely populated areas,” Chae Yeon Park, a researcher at the Japanese National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology and the lead author of the research, said.
SK Hynix announced on April 24 that its board of directors had approved the decision to designate the new M15X fab, to be built in Cheongju, North Chungcheong Province, as a DRAM production facility. The company also revealed plans to invest 5.3 trillion won in the fab’s construction. The image shows a rendering of the M15X fab. (Yonhap) SEOUL, Dec. 16 (Korea Bizwire) – SK Hynix is accelerating efforts to expand its high-bandwidth memory (HBM) production capabilities by staffing its new M15X fab in Cheongju, South Korea. The move underscores the company’s commitment to maintaining its leadership in the HBM market amid robust AI-driven demand expected to outstrip supply through 2025. The M15X fab, a $15 billion investment, is set to focus on HBM production, with completion slated for November 2025. While construction is ongoing, SK Hynix is reallocating key personnel from its Icheon campus to Cheongju to lay the groundwork for operations, including infrastructure setup and equipment installation. The company plans to hire additional engineers and deploy staff through flexible internal programs to fully staff the facility, which complements SK Hynix’s existing fabs: Cheongju for NAND flash and Icheon for DRAM production. On the morning of October 23, high-bandwidth memory (HBM) was on display at the SK Hynix booth during the 26th Semiconductor Exhibition SEDEX 2024, held at COEX in Gangnam, Seoul. (Yonhap) HBM remains a critical growth driver for SK Hynix, fueled by soaring AI chip demand. The company has fully booked its HBM capacity for 2025, with major clients like NVIDIA requesting accelerated delivery schedules. Chairman Chey Tae-won highlighted this urgency, noting NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang’s request to expedite HBM4 supply by six months. Despite some concerns over potential supply gluts, SK Hynix projects continued strong demand, driven by expanding AI investments and next-generation GPU development. Industry analysts support this outlook, with TrendForce predicting tight supply for HBM3E chips in 2025. SK Hynix has already integrated advanced TSV (through-silicon via) technology into its existing M15 fab, laying the foundation for HBM production. The company’s aggressive R&D efforts include the recent launch of 12-layer HBM3E chips, with 16-layer HBM3E chips expected by mid-2025. Additionally, SK Hynix plans to release its 6th-generation HBM4 products in late 2025. HBM now accounts for 40% of SK Hynix’s DRAM revenue, a share expected to grow as the company strengthens its production capabilities at M15X. This strategic expansion ensures SK Hynix remains well-positioned to supply high-performance memory products to AI leaders like NVIDIA while reinforcing its dominance in a rapidly growing market. Kevin Lee (kevinlee@koreabizwire.com)Los Angeles Chargers rookie wide receiver Ladd McConkey, listed as questionable due to a shoulder issue, is expected to play Monday night against the visiting Baltimore Ravens, NFL Network reported. McConkey missed practice on Thursday and was limited on Friday and Saturday. Star linebacker Khalil Mack, who was questionable because of a groin injury and was a limited participant, also is expected to play, according to the report. The Chargers (7-3) made several moves Monday ahead of the game against the Ravens (7-4), placing tight end Hayden Hurst (hip) on injured reserve, activating cornerback Deane Leonard (hamstring) off IR, signing cornerback Eli Apple from the practice to the active squad, and elevating linebacker Caleb Murphy and safety Tony Jefferson for game day. McConkey, 23, has started nine of 10 games and has 43 receptions on 63 targets for 615 yards and four touchdowns. The Chargers drafted the 6-foot, 185-pound McConkey in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft out of Georgia. Mack, 33, is a three-time first-team All-Pro, an eight-time Pro Bowl selection and the 2016 NFL Defensive Player of the Year. He has started the nine games he has played and has 26 tackles and 4.5 sacks this season. For his career, Mack has 617 tackles, 106 sacks, 141 tackles for loss, 178 quarterback hits, three interceptions -- two returned for touchdowns -- 32 forced fumbles and 13 fumble recoveries in 160 games (159 starts). He has played for the Raiders (2014-17), Chicago Bears (2018-21) and Chargers. Hurst, 31, has started two of seven games in his first season with the Chargers. He has seven receptions on 12 targets for 65 yards. A first-round pick (25th overall) by Baltimore in the 2018 NFL Draft out of South Carolina, Hurst has 202 receptions for 1,967 yards and 15 TDs in 86 games (41 starts) for the Ravens (2018-19), Atlanta Falcons (2020-21), Cincinnati Bengals (2022), Carolina Panthers (2023) and Chargers. Apple, 29, has two tackles in three games this season, his first with the Chargers. The 10th overall selection in the 2016 draft, Apple has 383 career tackles and six interceptions in 101 games (82 starts) for the New York Giants (2016-18), New Orleans Saints (2018-19), Panthers (2020), Bengals (2021-22), Miami Dolphins (2023) and Chargers. Leonard, who turned 25 last Tuesday, has four tackles in four games this season. His 21-day practice window on IR opened Wednesday. --Field Level MediaWhy NASA Is a Great Place to Launch Your Career