z flip 3 gorilla glass Unify League explainer: Could this really challenge UEFA's Champions League?Nagpur: The much-awaited Devendra Fadnavis-led Mahayuti govt's cabinet expansion is likely to happen at Raj Bhavan in Nagpur on Sunday afternoon — a day before the winter session of the state legislature begins. The swearing-in ceremony, expected to commence at 3pm, marks a rare occasion when cabinet expansion will be held in Nagpur highlighting Vidarbha's growing domination in Maharashtra's corridors of power, BJP sources said. The last such ceremony in Nagpur happened in 1991, when the then Governor C Subramaniam administered oath to Chhagan Bhujbal and other ministers. As winter session of Maharashtra legislature begins on December 16, ministers will have just one day to settle into their roles before the session kicks off. The session is expected to address critical issues such as farmer distress, unemployment, and infrastructure development. The cabinet expansion was finalised after three weeks of hectic negotiations among Mahayuti partners over key portfolios. Despite BJP's dominant position with 132 assembly seats in the 288-member House, it faced challenges in balancing power with Shiv Sena and NCP factions, both eager to secure influential roles in the govt. Though Fadnavis is certain to carry out the expansion on Sunday, an NCP leader claimed that BJP's list hasn't yet got clearance from BJP leadership, but NCP's key demands were accepted long back and concerns raised by Eknath Shinde resolved too. The Maharashtra cabinet can have 43 ministers as per NCP sources BJP will get 21 berths, Shiv Sena 12 and NCP 10. Sources said BJP will retain key departments such as home and revenue while urban development, public health, public works and Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation will be with Shiv Sena and NCP(Ajit) will get finance apart from portfolios it held in the last govt. A Sena functionary said that deputy CM Shinde had prepared a list of 12 nominees wherein he has replaced at least six cabinet members from the previous one with new faces and forwarded the same for CM's approval. Cabinet expansion was delayed due to Shinde's insistence on home portfolio, a demand that was rejected by Fadnavis, sources added. Vidarbha, a BJP stronghold, is likely to figure prominently in the cabinet. Some names doing the rounds for inclusion in Fadnavis cabinet include state BJP president and Kamptee MLA Chandrashekhar Bawankule, Ballapur BJP MLA Sudhir Mungantiwar, Ramtek Shiv Sena MLA Ashish Jaiswal and Aheri NCP MLA Dharmarao Atram. The local administration has been directed to make elaborate arrangements, including seating for approximately 1,000 guests at Raj Bhavan. The local administration faces a tight timeline to ensure smooth proceedings for swearing-in and logistical requirements for the new ministers. Departments like general administration, revenue, and public works have been tasked with providing transport, accommodation, and office facilities for the expanded cabinet. The decision to hold swearing-in in Nagpur underscores the strategic importance of Vidarbha in Maharashtra's politics. This event also marks a rare departure from tradition, reflecting the BJP's effort to assert its dominance and cater to its core support base in the region. The ceremony is expected to set the tone for Mahayuti govt's legislative agenda and provide a fresh impetus to its governance goals. Stay updated with the latest news on Times of India . Don't miss daily games like Crossword , Sudoku , and Mini Crossword .Intech Investment Management LLC Purchases New Shares in Mister Car Wash, Inc. (NYSE:MCW)

Connor Clark & Lunn Investment Management Ltd. Has $515,000 Stock Holdings in Resources Connection, Inc. (NASDAQ:RGP)Libertarian: An Insane Social-Security Giveaway The Senate is set to boost “Social Security payouts to public sector workers who receive pensions and did not pay taxes to support Social Security while working in the public sector,” thunders Reason’s Eric Boehm. The cost of “nearly $200 billion” will “hasten the insolvency of Social Security for all beneficiaries.” Indeed, it’d likely “end up costing the average couple more than $25,000 in lifetime Social Security benefits” as it accelerates “the mandatory across-the-board benefit cuts” needed to deal with insolvency. Congress should implement “a complete overhaul of Social Security” to provide “retirement security for all Americans.” Instead, it’s “set to pass a special handout to a politically connected group while leaving Social Security on even shakier ground.” Conservative: Biden Tech Deal Aids CCP, Hurts US “President Joe Biden’s administration just agreed to a five-year extension to the science and technology sharing agreement with China,” grumbles Tom Rogan at the Washington Examiner . That’s a “bad decision,” as China uses its access “to manipulate otherwise civilian technologies for military and other nefarious purposes.” Biden’s move sends the wrong message “to allies such as France, Australia, South Korea, and the United Kingdom,” all “keen to increase their technology engagement with China to win new Chinese investments” but “proceeding cautiously” as “they know the United States is deeply concerned with China gaining access to new military-enabling technology.” This plainly “undermines the incoming Trump administration.” Mideast beat: Post Assad, Back the Kurds! “America shares not only common interests but common values” with the Kurdish people, who can “can be counted on to be valorous when times are toughest,” argue Thomas S. Kaplan & Bernard-Henri Lévy at The Wall Street Journal . Now “it’s time for America to show up for them.” That doesn’t mean US boots on the ground in Syria or Iraq: “Given the right assistance, the Kurds already know how to fight,” as they did against ISIS. “Coordinated and energetic support” of the Kurds would help stabilize Syria, keep “more than 10,000 hard-core ISIS operatives under Kurdish detention,” check “Turkish hegemonic pretensions” plus “further impairing the crumpled heap of Tehran’s self-proclaimed ‘axis of resistance,’ which has formed the most divisive barrier to Arab-Israeli peace.” Foreign desk: Perilous Fallout of Yoon’s Descent South Korea’s National Assembly “voted to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol” after over his Dec. 3 martial-law effort; this “is undoubtedly the end of his most important” achievement, “building a security partnership with Japan,” worries Gordon G. Chang at The Hill . Japan and South Korea “have often treated each other as adversaries,” but in August 2023, Yoon met with “President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida” at Camp David and entered into a trilateral partnership, JAROKUS, despite “extreme animosity in Korea toward Japan” over “brutal Japanese rule there through the end of the Second World War.” If Yoon’s removed from office, South Korea’s next likely president is Lee Jae-myung, who “will change South Korea’s direction, reorienting the country away from its only protectors, the U.S. and Japan, and toward its main enemies, particularly North Korea and China.” Food watch: RFK’s Starvation Agenda Making Robert F. Kennedy Jr. the Health and Human Services boss risks “significant negative consequences for U.S. farmers and consumers,” warns Alex Smith at Breakthrough Journal . Kennedy could “alter pesticide use, curb biotechnology innovation, and potentially challenge [genetically modified] products already on the market” thanks to his “conspiratorial thinking” and “poor understanding of both agronomy and economics.” Most notably: “Turning back the biotechnology clock on agriculture would lower yields, increase crop prices, and increase global land-use for agriculture.” Beyond the “significant impacts on global hunger,” it “would assuredly raise [US] food prices while also making farms less profitable by increasing labor costs and use of pesticides.” Simply put, “the harsh reality of RFK’s position is a world without enough food.” — Compiled by The Post Editorial Board

Lakers send D'Angelo Russell to Nets in trade for Dorian Finney-Smith, Shake Milton

CHAMPAIGN — Kylan Boswell had 18 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists and Tomislav Ivišić scored 23 points to lead No. 24 Illinois to a 117-64 victory over winless Chicago State on Sunday. Boswell got his first triple-double with a pass that set up Keaton Kutcher’s 3-pointer with 1:47 left. It was the seventh triple-double in program history. Dre Gibbs-Lawhorn scored 16 points, Kasparas Jakucionis had 14, Will Riley had 13 and Morez Johnson Jr. had 11 points and eight rebounds for the Illini (9-3). Gabe Spinelli, son of first-year head coach Scott Spinelli, led the Cougars (0-15) with 20 points and Noble Crawford scored 15. The Illini led 60-24 at halftime and built their lead to as many as 58 points in the second half. This wasn’t much of a test for the Illini, who were facing a winless team that doesn’t have a player averaging in double figures and gives up 83 points per game. But it gave them a chance to shake off the rust from having a week off following their Braggin’ Rights win over Missouri on Dec. 21. It was another bad day for the Cougars, who were outrebounded 47-23, committed 15 turnovers and shot 37%. On a positive note, they were 4 for 4 at the free-throw line. A 14-point run over a 2 1/2-minute stretch early in the first half extended an 8-7 lead to 22-7 and propelled the Illini to the lopsided win. The Illini shoot a lot of 3s. They came into the day averaging 32 per game, No. 6 in the nation, and went 15 for 33. The Illini plays Thursday at No. 9 Oregon. The Cougars play Friday at Wagner.The redemption price for the 4.750% senior notes is equal to the sum of 100% of the principal amount of the 4.750% senior notes that remain outstanding, the make-whole amount calculated in accordance with the terms of the 4.750% senior notes and the related indenture under which the 4.750% senior notes were issued, and the accrued and unpaid interest on the remaining 4.750% senior notes up to, but excluding, the redemption date of December 27, 2024 . The aggregate principal amount of the 4.750% senior notes outstanding and the aggregate principal amount of the 4.750% senior notes to be redeemed is as set forth below: Holders owning 4.750% senior notes through a broker, bank, or other nominee should contact that party for information. For more information, holders of the 4.750% senior notes may call the paying agent for the redemption of the 4.750% senior notes, Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas at (800) 735-7777. About Paramount Paramount Global (NASDAQ: PARA, PARAA) is a leading global media, streaming and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic consumer brands, its portfolio includes CBS, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+ and Pluto TV. The Company holds one of the industry's most extensive libraries of TV and film titles. In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, the Company provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution, and advertising solutions. Cautionary Note Concerning Forward-Looking Statements This communication contains both historical and forward-looking statements, including statements related to our future results, performance and achievements. All statements that are not statements of historical fact are, or may be deemed to be, forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Similarly, statements that describe our objectives, plans or goals are or may be forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements reflect our current expectations concerning future results and events; generally can be identified by the use of statements that include phrases such as "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "intend," "plan," "foresee," "likely," "will," "may," "could," "estimate" or other similar words or phrases; and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that are difficult to predict and which may cause our actual results, performance or achievements to be different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by these statements. These risks, uncertainties and other factors include, among others: risks related to our streaming business; the adverse impact on our advertising revenues as a result of advertising market conditions, changes in consumer viewership and deficiencies in audience measurement; risks related to operating in highly competitive and dynamic industries, including cost increases; the unpredictable nature of consumer behavior, as well as evolving technologies and distribution models; risks related to our ongoing changes in business strategy, including investments in new businesses, products, services, technologies and other strategic activities; the potential for loss of carriage or other reduction in or the impact of negotiations for the distribution of our content; damage to our reputation or brands; losses due to asset impairment charges for goodwill, intangible assets, FCC licenses and content; liabilities related to discontinued operations and former businesses; risks related to environmental, social and governance (ESG) matters; evolving business continuity, cybersecurity, privacy and data protection and similar risks; content infringement; domestic and global political, economic and regulatory factors affecting our businesses generally; disruptions to our operations as a result of labor disputes; the inability to hire or retain key employees or secure creative talent; volatility in the prices of the Companyʼs common stock; potential conflicts of interest arising from our ownership structure with a controlling stockholder; business uncertainties, including the effect of the Skydance transactions on the Companyʼs employees, commercial partners, clients and customers, and contractual restrictions while the Skydance transactions are pending; prevention, delay or reduction of the anticipated benefits of the Skydance transactions as a result of the conditions to closing the Skydance transactions; the Transaction Agreementʼs limitation on our ability to pursue alternatives to the Skydance transactions; risks related to a failure to complete the Skydance transactions, including payment of a termination fee and negative reactions from the financial markets and from our employees, commercial partners, clients and customers; risks related to change in control or other provisions in certain agreements that may be triggered by the Skydance transactions; litigation relating to the Skydance transactions potentially preventing or delaying the closing of the Skydance transactions and/or resulting in payment of damages; challenges realizing synergies and other anticipated benefits expected from the Skydance transactions, including integrating the Companyʼs and Skydanceʼs businesses successfully; potential unforeseen direct and indirect costs as a result of the Skydance transactions; any negative effects of the announcement, pendency or consummation of the Skydance transactions on the market price of the Companyʼs common stock and New Paramount Class B Common Stock; and other factors described in our news releases and filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and reports on Form 10-Q and Form 8-K. There may be additional risks, uncertainties and factors that we do not currently view as material or that are not necessarily known. The forward-looking statements included in this communication are made only as of the date of this communication, and we do not undertake any obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances. PARA-IR View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/paramount-global-announces-redemption-of-its-4-750-senior-notes-due-may-2025--302334251.html SOURCE Paramount Global

Aurora's self-driving truck tech boosts Bozeman job market

Advisors Asset Management Inc. lifted its stake in ePlus inc. ( NASDAQ:PLUS – Free Report ) by 43.9% in the 3rd quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The fund owned 1,121 shares of the software maker’s stock after purchasing an additional 342 shares during the quarter. Advisors Asset Management Inc.’s holdings in ePlus were worth $110,000 as of its most recent SEC filing. Several other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also recently modified their holdings of PLUS. Quest Partners LLC increased its stake in ePlus by 29.3% during the 3rd quarter. Quest Partners LLC now owns 14,097 shares of the software maker’s stock valued at $1,386,000 after purchasing an additional 3,195 shares in the last quarter. Entropy Technologies LP purchased a new stake in shares of ePlus during the third quarter valued at $335,000. WCM Investment Management LLC grew its holdings in shares of ePlus by 3.3% during the third quarter. WCM Investment Management LLC now owns 479,731 shares of the software maker’s stock valued at $47,407,000 after buying an additional 15,294 shares during the last quarter. Atria Investments Inc purchased a new position in ePlus in the 3rd quarter worth $202,000. Finally, Assetmark Inc. lifted its position in ePlus by 3.8% during the 3rd quarter. Assetmark Inc. now owns 18,943 shares of the software maker’s stock worth $1,863,000 after acquiring an additional 699 shares during the period. 93.80% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors. ePlus Stock Performance Shares of NASDAQ PLUS opened at $80.86 on Friday. The company has a 50 day simple moving average of $92.75 and a two-hundred day simple moving average of $86.20. The stock has a market cap of $2.17 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 20.06, a PEG ratio of 1.84 and a beta of 1.13. The company has a current ratio of 1.85, a quick ratio of 1.71 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.01. ePlus inc. has a 12 month low of $56.33 and a 12 month high of $106.98. Insider Buying and Selling Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades Separately, StockNews.com lowered ePlus from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Friday, November 15th. Read Our Latest Report on ePlus About ePlus ( Free Report ) ePlus inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides information technology (IT) solutions that enable organizations to optimize their IT environment and supply chain processes in the United States and internationally. It operates through two segments, Technology and Financing. The Technology segment offers hardware, perpetual and subscription software, maintenance, software assurance, and internally provided and outsourced services; managed services or infrastructure and cloud; and enhanced maintenance support, service desk, storage-as-a-service, cloud hosted and managed, and managed security services; and professional, staff augmentation, cloud consulting, consulting, and security services. Further Reading Five stocks we like better than ePlus Why Invest in 5G? How to Invest in 5G Stocks The Latest 13F Filings Are In: See Where Big Money Is Flowing What is the S&P/TSX Index? 3 Penny Stocks Ready to Break Out in 2025 Dividend King Proctor & Gamble Is A Buy On Post-Earnings Weakness FMC, Mosaic, Nutrien: Top Agricultural Stocks With Big Potential Receive News & Ratings for ePlus Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for ePlus and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .

NEW YORK , Dec. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces it is investigating potential breaches of fiduciary duties by the directors and officers of Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) in connection with Southwest Airlines' information technology infrastructure impacting the Company's business, operations, and stock price. If you currently own shares of Southwest Airlines stock, please visit the firm's website at https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=10716 for more information. You may also contact Phillip Kim of Rosen Law Firm toll free at 866-767-3653 or via email at case@rosenlegal.com . Follow us for updates on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-rosen-law-firm , on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rosen_firm or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rosenlawfirm/ . The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company at the time. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers. Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Contact Information: Laurence Rosen, Esq. Phillip Kim, Esq. The Rosen Law Firm, P.A. 275 Madison Avenue, 40 th Floor New York, NY 10016 Tel: (212) 686-1060 Toll Free: (866) 767-3653 Fax: (212) 202-3827 case@rosenlegal.com www.rosenlegal.com View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/rosen-law-firm-announces-investigation-of-breaches-of-fiduciary-duties-by-the-directors-and-officers-of-southwest-airlines-co--luv-302334153.html SOURCE THE ROSEN LAW FIRM, P. A. Stay Informed: Subscribe to Our Newsletter TodayMumbai Woman Forced To Strip, Loses Rs 1.7 Lakh In Digital Arrest Scam

z'gok thunderbolt Super 8 motel in Rotterdam sold for $3 millionGOJO President and CEO, Carey Jaros , Corporate Sales Director Moshe Lewis and National Sales VP, Ashley Fubini , received top honors for industry leadership AKRON, Ohio , Nov. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GOJO President and CEO, Carey Jaros received the Jack D. Ramaley Industry Distinguished Service Award from ISSA in recognition of her outstanding service to the cleaning industry. With an audience of more than 500 industry colleagues, Jaros accepted the prestigious award, named after ISSA's executive director from 1960 to 1981. In accepting the award, Jaros praised ISSA, the GOJO team, distributor partners, and customers for their leadership in advancing the global cleaning industry through collaboration, mentorship, and participation in industry initiatives to help the sector grow and thrive. "I firmly believe that any time a leader is recognized that recognition ultimately belongs to their team, as none of us accomplish anything worthy of an award like this on our own," said Jaros. "So, it's my honor to accept the Jack D. Ramaley Award on behalf of all of Team GOJO, who are so passionate, hard-working, and purpose-driven, and our awesome distributor partners, who ultimately enable our PURELL products to get to people out in the world, and who are also dear friends and colleagues who push us to get better and better." In addition to Jaros' award, GOJO Corporate Sales Director, Moshe Lewis was selected as a member of the inaugural class of ISSA Emerging Leaders for 2024, and was the 1 st Runner Up for the Rising Star Award. Lewis is part of a group of 30 industry professionals that represent the next generation of leaders and was selected from a group of more than 100 nominations of industry professionals under the age of 40 for his outstanding contributions, leadership, and commitment to driving the industry forward. In addition to Jaros and Lewis' honors, the ISSA Hygieia Network awarded GOJO's National Sales Vice President Ashley Fubini the Rising Star of the Year Award. The award recognizes the significant achievements of an ISSA Hygieia member who has demonstrated consistent upward mobility in her career within the cleaning industry. Along with GOJO's multiple awards, the company continued to wow the ISSA Trade Show attendees with its newest dispensing system - PURELL ® ES 10. The PURELL ES10 is our simplest, most sustainable touch-free dispensing system. 3 This ground-breaking technology proves that less is more with less maintenance and less waste, all while delivering more ways to impress. Significant features of the new product include: Less Maintenance Never change batteries again 1 – a fresh battery is built into every refill. Work smarter – complimentary DISPENSER ADVISORTM app offers data-driven approach to help manage your dispenser fleet Less Waste 30% less plastic per refill 2 38% lower greenhouse gas emissions 2 Easy to recycle – for Improved recyclability from easy separation of the battery from plastic components for reduced battery and product waste. More Ways to Impress Exceptionally quiet dispensing Slim design fits and accentuates any environment GOJO is certified by the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) as a Women's Business Enterprise, so purchasing these dispensing systems and PURELL ® refills can help customers achieve their supplier diversity goals and demonstrate their commitment to fostering diversity and equity. Businesses and government entities can now purchase the PURELL ® ES10 Dispensing Systems across the United States . Interested customers can visit (insert link) to learn more or contact their GOJO distributor. A video of the new dispensing system can be viewed here . About GOJO Industries GOJO is a Purpose-driven, 3rd generation Family Enterprise whose market-leading PURELL® soap, hand sanitizer, surface sprays and wipes are used around the world to help keep people healthy and well. A WBENC-certified women-owned business, for more than 75 years, GOJO has used science-based innovation to set new standards in safety, efficacy, and sustainability for both consumers and in public spaces like hospitals, schools, restaurants. GOJO is headquartered in Akron, Ohio with manufacturing facilities located in Northeast Ohio . For more information on GOJO Industries, please visit GOJO.com . Footnotes: 1 Per standard use under normal usage conditions 2 Compared with ES8 3 Has less 30% less plastic per refill and a 38% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions compared to ES8 system. SOURCE GOJO Industries, Inc.

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Two-time Cy Young Award winner Blake Snell says it was a really easy decision to sign with the World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers and the presence of three-time MVP Shohei Ohtani played a part, too. Snell was introduced Tuesday at Dodger Stadium accompanied by his agent Scott Boras. The left-hander finalized a $182 million, five-year contract last Saturday. “It was really easy just cause me and Haeley wanted to live here, it’s something we’ve been talking about for a while,” Snell said, referring to his girlfriend. “Then you look at the team. You look at what they’ve built, what they’re doing. It’s just something you want to be a part of.” Last month, Snell opted out of his deal with San Francisco to become a free agent for the second consecutive offseason after he was slowed by injuries during his lone year with the San Francisco Giants. Snell gets a $52 million signing bonus, payable on Jan. 25, and annual salaries of $26 million, of which $13.2 million each year will be deferred . Because Snell is a Washington state resident, the signing bonus will not be subject to California income tax. “It just played out the way that people around me felt comfortable with, I felt comfortable with, they felt comfortable with,” Snell said. “We talked and found something that could work for both of us. You want your worth, you want your respect, and you want enough time to where you can really make a name for yourself. I've made a name for myself outside of LA, but I'm going to be invested.” Two-way star Ohtani, who signed a record $700 million, 10-year deal a year ago, had a historic first season with the Dodgers. He helped them win the franchise's eighth World Series while playing only as designated hitter and became MVP in the National League for the first time after twice winning the award while in the American League. “It helps with him in the lineup for sure. That’s big motivation,” Snell said. “You want to be around players like that when you’re trying to be one of the best in the game. Yeah, it played a big part.” Snell joins Ohtani and fellow Japanese right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto atop Los Angeles’ rotation. All-Star Tyler Glasnow will be back after having his first season in LA derailed by a sprained elbow. Ohtani didn’t pitch this year while recovering from right elbow surgery but is expected back on the mound in 2025. The rest of the rotation includes Tony Gonsolin, Landon Knack, Dustin May, Bobby Miller and Emmet Sheehan. “I pitched on six-man, five-man, four-man rotations,” Snell said. “I'm good with it all as long as we have a plan, we'll execute it.” Snell, who turns 32 on Wednesday, went 5-3 with a 3.12 ERA in 20 starts this year, throwing a no-hitter at Cincinnati on Aug. 2 for one of only 16 individual shutouts in the major leagues this season. He struck out 145 and walked 44 in 104 innings. He was sidelined between April 19 and May 22 by a strained left adductor and between June 2 and July 9 by a strained left groin. Snell won Cy Young Awards in 2018 with Tampa Bay and 2023 with San Diego. He is 76-58 with a 3.19 ERA in nine seasons with the Rays (2016-20), Padres (2021-23) and Giants. He has known Andrew Friedman, Dodgers president of baseball operations, since he was 18. In the aftermath of winning the World Series and discussing how the Dodgers could repeat next year, Friedman said, “All conversations kept coming back to Blake.” “Usually in major league free agency, you're buying the backside of a guy's career, the accomplishments that they have had,” he said. “With Blake, one thing that's really exciting for us is, as much success as he's had, we feel like there's more in there." Snell was 2-2 against the Dodgers in his career. “We couldn’t beat him, so we’re going to have him join us,” Friedman said. .___ AP MLB: https://apnews.com/hub/MLBWATCH: Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia Rescued Safely After Bee Attack During Event In MP's Shivpuri

SoundHound AI ( SOUN 12.60% ) stock saw another day of explosive gains in Friday's trading. The conversational-AI company's share price closed the day up about 12.5%. While there wasn't any direct business news pushing SoundHound AI's stock higher today, the company's share price was gaining ground in conjunction with news from other corners of the artificial intelligence ( AI ) market. The software specialist is now up 600% across 2024's trading. AI stocks surge on Trump AI czar announcement and ChatGPT news Artificial intelligence stocks saw widespread bullish momentum today in conjunction with developments in the space. For starters, President-elect Donald Trump announced that he intends to appoint venture capitalist David Sacks as his administration's AI and crypto czar. The move signals that the incoming administration will likely make AI a key priority. Yesterday, OpenAI also announced the launch of its o1 reasoning model and a $200 monthly subscription for its new ChatGPT Pro service. SoundHound AI's in-car audio software platform features ChatGPT integration, and it's likely that new feature support from the AI leader will eventually will make it to the audio software specialist's auto offerings. More broadly, OpenAI's move to price its new ChatGPT software at $200 per month has investors feeling bullish about monetization opportunities in the AI space. What comes next for SoundHound AI stock? Artificial intelligence has been the hot story in 2024, and no stock has been hotter than SoundHound AI. Its returns have outperformed all other big name AI stocks across the stretch, and gains have pushed the company's market capitalization to roughly $5.4 billion. Its also gotten more expensive. SOUN PS Ratio (Forward) data by YCharts. SoundHound AI stock is now valued at roughly 64 times this year's expected sales. While the company has been increasing its revenue at a rapid pace and still has big growth opportunities ahead, investors should understand that the company's highly growth-dependent valuation sets the stage for downside risk if growth misses expectations or macroeconomic and political conditions evolve in less favorable directions. If you're considering investing in SoundHound AI, utilizing a dollar-cost averaging approach through volatility could be the right move.Ravens have big injury concern on offense going into game vs. Texans

MOSCOW (AP) — Russian police raided several bars and nightclubs across Moscow on Saturday as part of the government’s crackdown on “LGBTQ+ propaganda,” state media reported. Smartphones, laptops and video cameras were seized, while clubgoers had their documents inspected by officers, Russia’s Tass news agency said, citing sources in law enforcement. The raids come exactly a year since Russia’s Supreme Court ruled that the “LGBTQ+ movement” should be banned as an “extremist organization." Its decision followed a decades-long crackdown on LGBTQ+ rights in Russia, where President Vladimir Putin has touted “traditional family values” as a cornerstone of his quarter-century in power. Footage shared on social media appeared to show partygoers being ordered by police to lie on the floor as officers moved through Moscow’s Arma nightclub. The capital’s Mono bar was also targeted, Russian media reported. In a post on Telegram on Saturday, the club’s management didn't directly reference an incident with law enforcement, but wrote, “Friends, we’re so sorry that what happened, happened. They didn’t find anything forbidden. We live in such times, but life must go on.” Police also detained the head of the “Men Travel” tour agency on Saturday under anti-LGBT laws, Tass reported. The news agency said that the 48-year-old was suspected of preparing a trip for “the supporters of nontraditional sexual values” to visit Egypt over Russia’s New Year's holidays. The raids mirror the concerns of Russian activists who warned that Moscow’s designation of the “LGBTQ+ movement” as “extremist” — despite it not being an official entity — could see Russian authorities crack down at will on groups or individuals. Other recent laws have also served to put pressure on those that the Russian government believes aren't in line with the country’s “traditional values.” On Nov. 23, Putin signed into law a bill banning the adoption of Russian children by citizens of countries where gender-affirming care is legal. The Kremlin leader also approved legislation that outlaws the spread of material that encourages people not to have children .

Scratch idea of gifting lottery tickets to kids: BCLCAs DOGE, Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy’s “Department of Government Efficiency” gets underway, the two billionaires are looking for federal programs and agencies to cut, as they seek to advance Musk’s espoused goal of trimming $2 trillion from the federal budget. While critics have noted that this goal is—like much of Musk’s rhetoric—hyperbolic to the point of being impossible, that hasn’t stopped the duo from loudly proclaiming a growing list of targets, in an effort to inspire fear and make it look like they’re doing something. One of their recently espoused targets is California’s long-suffering high-speed rail project. A federally funded effort that Musk has previously taken shots at, the rail project was originally approved by voters during a ballot initiative in 2008. Since then, billions of dollars have been spent and less than a quarter of the proposed rail line has been built. The project is partially funded by federal grants, though Trump—during his first term— temporarily put an end to that . When Biden came into office, he turned the funding spigot back on . Now, presumably, it will be turned off again. It’s previously been reported that Musk promoted the Hyperloop , a futuristic underground shuttle, in order to cause problems for California’s rail project. Musk talked a lot about the Hyperloop for years but never intended on building it. It was a strategy of diversion that the car magnate reportedly hoped could make “the public and legislators rethink” their investment in the train system. You know, because he’s in the business of selling cars. Last week, Ramaswamy similarly took aim at the project in a post on Musk’s platform , X, calling the rail “a wasteful vanity project” that had wasted “billions in taxpayer cash, with little prospect for completion in the next decade.” He added: “President Trump correctly rescinded ~$1BN in federal funds for this boondoggle in 2019, but Biden reversed that & doubled down. Time to end the waste.” Ramaswamy’s comments came not long before he and Musk descended on Capitol Hill to meet with lawmakers and discuss their upcoming plans. The two billionaires appeared in D.C. on Thursday for a closed-door session with Republicans, during which they reportedly discussed how DOGE would “revive the principle of limited government.” During that meeting, which involved the new Senate Republican leader John Thune, potential targets for funding cuts were discussed, which apparently included mandatory spending programs like Social Security and Medicare . Indeed, NBC reports that Thune expressed to a journalist that “perhaps mandatory programs are areas that they’re looking to make cuts in, like Social Security, for example.” The news comes after a concerted push by some Republican leaders to demonize those programs. Another target that Musk discussed was federal subsidies for electric vehicles. In what seems to have been a rather brazen effort to push a policy that would doubtlessly benefit his own EV company Tesla, Musk reportedly told a journalist that he thought the government “should get rid of all credits.” In July, Musk similarly suggested doing away with federal subsidies for EV companies, posting on X : “Take away the subsidies. It will only help Tesla.” He added: “Also, remove subsidies from all industries!” The whole reason that Musk is in the position that he’s currently in is that he used his immense wealth to help get Trump elected, and new information also came to light Friday on just how much money Musk had spent in that regard. An analysis of recently released Federal Election Commission filings found that the tech magnate had spent over a quarter of a billion dollars —or roughly $277 million—in his effort to get Trump back in the White House. The Washington Post has noted that Musk probably spent more than that, since the “entirety of Musk’s donations this election cycle” may not “be reflected in publicly available documents.” While much of Musk’s financial contributions went towards America PAC, the political action committee he created, he also donated a large amount to lesser-known groups, including a little-known PAC designed to convince Americans that Trump did not want to take away their abortion rights. That PAC, named “RBG” after Ruth Bader Ginsberg, received as much as $20 million from Musk, the New York Times has reported . Musk has also made it known that he plans to use much of the infrastructure that was built during the campaign to continue pushing his political agenda in D.C. He has said he wants to keep America PAC active , with plans to use it during, as well as to potentially use it to oust liberal district attorneys across the country . Musk also apparently plans to continue using X (formerly Twitter) to broadcast his and Trump’s agenda to the public.

California woman loses life savings in ‘Keanu Reeves' imposter romance scamWNBA Champion Sabrina Ionescu Joins Unrivaled League

CONWAY, S.C. (AP) — Jestin Porter had 26 points in Middle Tennessee's 95-88 win over South Florida on Friday. Porter shot 9 for 12 (4 for 6 from 3-point range) and 4 of 4 from the free-throw line for the Blue Raiders (5-1). Essam Mostafa scored 20 points and added 10 rebounds. Kamari Lands shot 6 for 12, including 4 for 8 from beyond the arc to finish with 17 points. The Bulls (3-3) were led in scoring by Jayden Reid, who finished with 18 points, four assists and three steals. Jamille Reynolds added 17 points and nine rebounds for South Florida. Kasen Jennings finished with 13 points. Middle Tennessee led 51-33 at halftime, with Porter racking up 14 points. Mostafa led the way with a team-high 14 second-half points. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .'Dialogue or baton': Bilawal calls for bringing stability amid PTI's 'non-democratic' politicsWith rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. flashing promise, don't count on the Atlanta Falcons keeping Kirk Cousins for much longer. Before their Week 16 home game against the New York Giants (2-13), the Falcons benched Cousins in favor of Penix. The eighth overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft completed 18-of-27 passes for 202 yards and tossed one interception in a 34-7 blowout. If Penix improves over the Falcons' last two regular-season games, they will likely release or trade Cousins in 2025. "He would have a [trade] market," an executive told The Athletic's Jeff Howe in his Tuesday QB stock report. "However, the contract is what will hold it back. The compensation would depend on how much Atlanta would eat or if he would rework the contract." Cousins signed a four-year, $180M contract this past offseason, which includes a potential out in 2026. The deal also has a no-trade clause, but the QB would probably be willing to waive it. His salary in 2025 ($27.5M) is fully guaranteed, and his 2026 roster bonus ($10M) activates if he's on a team on the fifth day of the league year in March. This would detract potential trade suitors. Even if the Falcons absorb some of his salary, they won't receive a massive package for Cousins, who has thrown a career-high 16 interceptions in 14 starts. Seven executives and coaches told Howe Atlanta wouldn't get more than a day-three draft pick for the 36-year-old. Releasing him would leave Atlanta with sizeable cap charges. The Falcons would incur $40M in dead cap in 2025 and $25M in 2026 if they cut Cousins with a post-June 1 designation, per Spotrac. The Falcons should still try to find potential trade partners. A QB-needy team (Tennessee Titans, Las Vegas Raiders?) may be desperate enough to take a risk on him. Plus, Penix could prove he's the future of the franchise if he leads the Falcons (8-7) to the playoffs. Atlanta clinches the NFC South with a road win over the Washington Commanders (10-5) and a Tampa Bay Buccaneers loss in Week 17.

777 winner go Stay Ahead in Ophthalmology: Strategic Market Insights for Myopia Assessment & Forecasting | DelveInsightKaraoke has been performed with the standard microphone and portable speaker for many years, and we've gotten by fine. But Ikarao , a karaoke speaker company, decided to take karaoke to the next level. They're using technology that we've had at our disposal for years, but for some reason was never implemented well into karaoke speakers to make them more practical and fun. Until now. Their latest flagship product, the Shell S1 Karaoke , is their most affordable karaoke speaker, with a touchscreen tablet, two Bluetooth microphones, and a powerful sound for a small portable speaker. Ikarao sent me their speaker to review. After countless hours of karaoke, I can recommend this to anyone looking for a portable karaoke speaker. There isn't much competition in the market for this kind of device, but the Shell S1 is still a solid product that bests its own catalog of speakers. Shell S1 karaoke speaker pros, cons, and specs Pros Has a 10.1-inch touchscreen tablet Compact and portable karaoke machine Powerful 104dB stereo speaker with optional bass boost Comes with two wireless microphones with 20-hour rechargeable battery life Can connect to a TV with HDMI cable Can play and charge at the same time The integrated Karafun app brings the most out of the speaker. Integrated Spotify app Cons No easy way to cast screen to TV No integrated YouTube app No way to fully customize EQ Specs Battery Life : Up to nine hours with the screen on and 12 hours with the screen off Connectivity : USB, AUX In/Out, HDMI, Wifi, OTG, and Bluetooth V5.4 Inputs : AUX input, microphone input, USB input App : None Drivers : Equipped with two 15W 3.5-inch woofers and two 10W 1-inch tweeters, covering a frequency range of 50Hz – 18kHz Power Output : Peak power of 280 W and a maximum sound level of 104dB Water Resistance : None Size : 13.9 in by 6.9 in by 6.7 in (L × W × H) Weight : 11.7 lbs First impressions of the Shell S1 karaoke speaker My expectations were somewhat low for this review, mainly because I had never heard of Ikarao before. But I was happily surprised. The Shell S1 is a portable, one-stop shop for everything you need for a karaoke session. This makes it easy to pick up and take with you to a friend's house or around the house. But as I'll explain, it's not perfect. I was blown away by how loud this speaker can get—104 dB, to be exact. That's loud enough to fill most living rooms. There is also a bass boost button on the front (along with volume control, power, Bluetooth, and a local play button to switch the input source) that really bumps the bass substantially. I was able to blast music on my surround sound system and sing over it with just the microphone on the S1 (this is useful if you have a surround sound system you want to use along with the speaker). While portable, the speaker is pretty hefty for its size (nearly 12 pounds), which makes sense—you're jamming two microphones, a tablet, and a stereo speaker in one product. Ikarao includes a shoulder strap to make carrying the S1 around easy. The two Bluetooth microphones are cleverly hidden inside the speaker when you lift up the screen, and they automatically charge as they're stored (just like earbud charging cases). They have a range of about 32 feet, and the batteries last 20 hours. They also have convenient volume controls, a power button that also lets you change through mic effects (including some fun ones), and a button that controls the media so you can play, pause, or skip to the next song in the queue (the mics essentially double as remotes). I was also surprised by how little feedback I received when blasting the volume and getting close to the speaker. I really had to try hard to get any. Overall, the microphone experience was excellent. The back of the speaker has all of the interface inputs and outputs. It has another option for a third wire mic with a 3.5mm input, an AUX input, USB On-The-Go (OTG), a USB port, an HDMI so you can hook up the tablet to a TV, a type-C power inlet for charging, and an AUX out to connect to other speakers. Now, let's get to the fun stuff. Features of the Shell S1 karaoke speaker The touchscreen for the Shell S1 is an Android tablet, but it lacks the ability to download apps, meaning I'm stuck with what it comes with (unless Ikarao decides to do OTA updates in the future). There is also no way to fully customize the EQ, but to be honest, it sounds great out of the box. The Shell S1 has an HDMI output that I was able to connect to my TV quickly and easily. However, I have a surround sound system in my living room that doesn't have an AUX connection, meaning I was stuck playing music only through the Shell S1 speaker. If the Shell S1 had the ability to cast its screen to a smart TV, it would not just make it easier to project into a bigger screen for larger parties, but it would also allow those with surround sound systems to use them for karaoke. Ikarao does give the option to cast to a smart TV using a third-party app that is downloaded in the speaker, but the experience was confusing and I can't imagine anyone at a party (especially after a drink or two) managing to figure it out. A swing and a miss from Ikarao. Although the first thing you might see when you open the screen is YouTube, don't get too excited. It's not the YouTube app; it's just a direct link through a Firefox browser to YouTube. If you ask me, this is a huge dropped ball by Ikarao. Karaoke is mostly done through YouTube, where you can find virtually every song imaginable in a karaoke version, all for free. The web version of YouTube through Firefox with a 10-inch touchscreen is clumsy and slow, to say the least. (If you're wondering, yes, this means you can use the browser to do everything an Android tablet lets you do.) Instead of focusing their efforts on YouTube, Ikarao decided to include the Spotify app. Which is cool, if you're a smart portable speaker. But this is supposed to be a karaoke speaker, and Spotify is not karaoke-friendly. Sure, you can make it work by singing over lyrics or by chance finding an actual karaoke version of your go-to song, but good luck reading along the lyrics. You can also play music through local USB drives. Not as exciting as the other options, but very much appreciated if you find yourself somewhere without wifi or just have a obscure taste in music. Of course, you can also connect your phone directly to the speaker through Bluetooth, but then there's no way to follow along with lyrics, which defeats the point of the karaoke machine. So what good option is left? I saved the best for last. The KaraFun app Ikarao partnered up with KaraFun , a well-thought-out karaoke app that starts at $9.99 a month . This could explain why Ikarao decided not to include YouTube in its speaker, and if this is the reason, it's frustrating. Ikarao does offer a six-month subscription to KaraFun with your purchase, but why not also include the YouTube app? Frustration aside, KaraFun does make full use of the speaker's potential. It's a more seamless experience than using YouTube for karaoke, with a huge catalog of karaoke songs, a queue feature, the ability to join sessions and add songs through any phone just by scanning a QR code on the screen, and a fun feature that lets you take pictures and email them at the end of your session. But if you're not ready to add yet another monthly subscription to your budget, then you'll have to make do with the other options. Bottom line The Shell S1 smart karaoke speaker is impressive and one of a kind. It's very close to being the perfect portable karaoke speaker, although it still has the potential to get there if Ikarao decides to add the YouTube app with an update. If that app also lets you cast YouTube to a TV, karaoke bars might run out of business. But for now, the physical HDMI cable will have to do. Unfortunately, the best way to use the Shell S1 to its full potential is with the KaraFun app, which starts at $9.99 per month. But if you don't mind that, the partnership works very well. The speaker is powerful for its size, the bass boost is strong, and the quality of the music does not falter at high volumes. The two Bluetooth microphones are quality, they control the media, have a long battery life, automatically charge when stored, and have very little feedback. The touchscreen tablet looks good and makes it truly an all-in-one karaoke machine. The speaker is very portable and has everything you need to karaoke out of the box. The ability to play and charge means the party never stops as long as there's an outlet close by. For around $300 to $350, this is a top-notch portable karaoke machine.

Kings’ slumbering offense needs a jolt against Seattle

Meet Petar Sliskovic, Neha Sharma's Mystery Man And Croatian Football PlayerThe numbers say he’s finished, but one simple change could revive Kohli’s career

Samarium cobalt products make oil extraction more precise and efficient 12-20-2024 07:08 PM CET | Industry, Real Estate & Construction Press release from: ABNewswire 1. Application of Samarium Cobalt in Petroleum Industry SmCo magnets, as a high-performance rare earth permanent magnet materials, have excellent high temperature resistance, corrosion resistance and high magnetic properties, especially in high temperature, high pressure and corrosive environments. . Samarium cobalt magnets are widely used in petroleum industry equipment, such as: Logging Tools, magnetic pumps and valves, Downhole Turbines, bearingless drilling motors, magnetic separation equipment, etc. According to industry estimates, the market size of samarium cobalt magnets in the petroleum field accounts for approximately 10%-15% of the total global samarium cobalt magnet market, with an annual market value of approximately US$500 million to US$1,000 million. As more oil companies expand into complex geological environments and the demand for reliable and high-performance equipment grows, the market potential of samarium cobalt magnets in the oil industry may further expand. Image: https://www.magnetpower-tech.com/uploads/Petroleum-Samarium-Cobalt.jpeg 2. Why are SmCo magnet more suitable for the petroleum industry? SmCo magnets [ https://www.magnetpower-tech.com/smco-magnet/ ] have remarkable adaptability in the petroleum industry. SmCo magnet have good adaptability and high fit in petroleum application scenarios where high temperature, high pressure, and corrosive environments are common, ensuring efficient and stable operation of equipment and improving the efficiency and effectiveness of all aspects of oil extraction. reliability. The following are the advantages of samarium cobalt magnets in the petroleum industry: 2.1. High temperature resistance performance requirements The increase in the depth of oil exploration and production will cause the underground temperature to rise. For example, when mining in deep and ultra-deep oil reservoirs, the ambient temperature of the logging equipment often exceeds 300 degrees C. SmCo magnets have a high Curie temperature, and the T series ultra-high temperature SmCo has a maximum operating temperature of 550 degrees C. This feature ensures that samarium cobalt magnets can maintain stable magnetic properties in high temperature environments, ensure accurate magnetic positioning, and accurately control the direction of drilling tools. It improves mining efficiency and success rate, reduces geological risks, and also provides reliable support for reserve assessment and mining plan planning. Image: https://www.magnetpower-tech.com/uploads/SmCo1.png 2.2. High magnetic energy product requirements In equipment such as magnetic pumps and bearingless drilling motors, the high magnetic energy products of samarium cobalt magnets is indispensable. The magnetic pump uses high magnetic energy product to generate a strong magnetic field to drive the impeller, achieving leakage-free transportation and preventing oil leakage pollution and safety hazards; the bearingless drilling motor relies on it to provide a strong magnetic field force to support the stable suspension operation of the rotor, reduce friction loss, and extend the life of the equipment. Reduce maintenance frequency and costs to ensure continuous and efficient advancement of drilling operations. Image: https://www.magnetpower-tech.com/uploads/f7c73b36.jpg 2.3. Corrosion resistance requirements Oil production and transportation contain a variety of corrosive media. Offshore platforms are corroded by seawater salt and acidic gases, and onshore oil fields are also threatened by corrosion such as HS and halogen ions. In equipment such as magnetic separation equipment and downhole instruments that are exposed to corrosive environments for a long time, samarium cobalt magnets must have stable structure and performance. They must be resistant to HS and halogen corrosion under the protection of special coatings, maintain equipment integrity and functional stability, and ensure the quality of crude oil. Reduce equipment loss and replacement costs, improve production safety and economic benefits, and lay a solid foundation for long-term stable production. Image: https://www.magnetpower-tech.com/uploads/29118201edc3aec62ff0889ed4f7d679.png 3. Advantages of samarium cobalt magnets-magnetic cohesion Hangzhou Magnet Power Technology Co., Ltd. has emerged strongly in the samarium cobalt magnet field with its strong R&D and production team. The company's carefully developed samarium cobalt magnet products have excellent performance in terms of high-temperature resistance and corrosion resistance, providing stable, solid and reliable samarium cobalt products for equipment in many industries, especially the petroleum industry. Image: https://www.magnetpower-tech.com/uploads/786c09c7.jpg T Series: Customized High Temperature Solutions The T series samarium cobalt magnets developed by Magnet Power have excellent high temperature resistance and the maximum operating temperature can reach 550 degrees C. The T series samarium cobalt magnets can still maintain stable operation in high-temperature environments such as underground measurement and for drilling equipment. Magnetic cohesion has a unique series at 350-550. In this temperature range, customized data calculation and production can be carried out according to the size, performance and usage scenarios of different needs of users. On the premise of meeting user needs to the maximum extent, it is guaranteed to Product stability during use. H series: high magnetic energy product and stability H series samarium cobalt magnets can guarantee a temperature resistance of 300 - 350. The coercive force of up to greater than or equal to 18kOe ensures the stability of the magnetic properties of the product in high-temperature environments and effectively curbs thermal disturbance of magnetic domains. At the same time, it provides a high magnetic energy density of 28MGOe - 33MGOe, ensuring that the device has strong power during use. In the magnetic levitation architecture, the stable magnetic field supports the high-speed and smooth operation of the rotor, minimizing equipment friction loss and equipment failure rate, extending the equipment service life, and providing efficient and stable core power for oil extraction operations. Corrosion resistance In the complex working conditions of the petroleum industry, threats such as HS corrosion and halogen-induced corrosion are always present. Especially in high-corrosion scenarios such as sour oil and gas fields and around offshore platforms, equipment corrosion losses are severe. Hangzhou Magnet Power Technology Co., Ltd.'s samarium cobalt magnet steel products maintain their inherent corrosion resistance and can provide various special coatings to resist corrosion attacks. For example: when oil field magnetic separation equipment is immersed in corrosive liquid for a long time, special coatings can effectively resist the attack of HS and halogen ions, ensuring the stability of the magnetic steel structure and magnetic field; the samarium cobalt magnet produced by magnetic condensation has excellent corrosion resistance It provides long-term stable, high-performance permanent magnet products for the petroleum industry. In the field of SmCo magnets, Hangzhou Magnet Power Technology Co., Ltd., [ https://www.magnetpower-tech.com/about-us/ ] with its ultimate performance advantages of high temperature resistance and corrosion resistance, deeply meets the equipment needs of the petroleum industry. With its products, from exploration to mining, from transmission to refining, it provides comprehensive assistance to the petroleum industry.Improve equipment performance, optimize operating procedures, reduce operational risks, and provide strong power and solid support for the development of the petroleum industry with excellent samarium cobalt magnet products. Image: https://www.magnetpower-tech.com/uploads/1a80c402aa847915326bb03e5ba05691.jpg Media Contact Company Name: Hangzhou Magnet Power Technology Co., Ltd. Email:Send Email [ https://www.abnewswire.com/email_contact_us.php?pr=samarium-cobalt-products-make-oil-extraction-more-precise-and-efficient ] Country: China Website: https://www.magnetpower-tech.com/ This release was published on openPR.

AtoB@C Shipping is continuing its fleet renewal with the delivery of the Maximar on December 20 in Goa, India. This marks the fifth new plug-in hybrid vessel to join the company’s fleet since the delivery of Electramar in December 2023. AtoB@C Shipping’s newbuilding program is approaching its halfway point as the sixth vessel, Terramar, was launched on December 3 and is expected to be delivered in the first quarter of 2025. Altogether, AtoB@C Shipping has ordered twelve 5,400 dwt plug-in hybrid vessels from Chowgule & Company, with one vessel scheduled for delivery every quarter until the autumn of 2026. Like its sister vessels already in operation, the Maximar features hybrid propulsion and shore power connectivity. With a deadweight tonnage of 5,400 and an ice class rating of 1A, it is designed for efficient and sustainable year-round operations in the Baltic Sea and Northern Europe. The integration of battery technology allows for emission-free and quiet port visits, significantly reducing CO2 emissions per cargo unit by nearly 50% compared to the current generation of vessels. Source: AtoB@C Shipping

Michigan rolls to 112-64 victory over Western Kentucky

Reigning champion Kansas City edged Carolina and Detroit ripped Indianapolis on Sunday to reach an NFL-best 10-1 while Dallas shocked arch-rival Washington to snap a five-game losing streak. Patrick Mahomes threw for 269 yards and three touchdowns and Spencer Shrader kicked a 31-yard field goal on the final play to lift Kansas City over the host Panthers 30-27. Chuba Hubbard's 1-yard touchdown run and a 2-point conversion run had put Carolina level with 1:46 remaining, setting the stage for the Chiefs' seven-play, 57-yard march to set up the winning kick. Joining the Chiefs with a 10th triumph to keep a conference lead was Detroit, with Jahmyr Gibbs rushing for 90 yards and two touchdowns and David Montgomery running for another score in the Lions' 24-6 triumph at Indianapolis. A wild finish with 38 points in the last 5:16 marked the Dallas Cowboys' 34-26 victory at Washington, where the Commanders appeared to have lost, then made an amazing comeback only to fall in the end. Cooper Rush's second touchdown pass, a 22-yarder to Luke Schoonmaker with 5:16 remaining, gave Dallas a 20-9 edge, but Jayden Daniels threw a 4-yard touchdown pass to Zach Ertz and ran for a 2-point conversion to pull Washington within 20-17. KaVontae Turpin answered with a 99-yard kickoff return touchdown on the ensuing play, but again the Commanders responded as Austin Seibert kicked a 51-yard field goal and Daniels connected with Terry McLaurin on an 86-yard touchdown pass with 21 seconds remaining. Seibert, however, shockingly missed the conversion kick to keep Dallas ahead 27-26 and the Cowboys added a Juanyeh Thomas 43-yard kickoff return touchdown on the next play to seal victory. At Miami, Tua Tagovailoa threw for 317 yards and four touchdowns to spark the Miami Dolphins over New England 34-15. At Chicago, Minnesota's John Parker Romo kicked a 29-yard field goal with 2:10 remaining in overtime to lift the Vikings over the host Bears 30-27. Sam Darnold threw for 330 yards and two touchdowns as the Vikings improved to 9-2. At Houston, Chig Okonkwo caught a 70-yard go-ahead touchdown pass from Will Levis in the fourth quarter as Tennessee upset the host Texans 32-27. Levis threw for 278 yards and two touchdowns and Tony Pollard ran for 119 yards and a touchdown as the Titans reached 3-8 and Houston fell to 7-5. Tampa Bay's Baker Mayfield threw for 294 yards to spark the Buccaneers over the host New York Giants 30-7. js/sevEthereum (ETH) is still among the most impressive success stories in the cryptocurrency scene. As of writing, it is trading at $3,873.28, increasing 25.05% within the past 30 days. Its path from a $0.4209 all-time low (ATL) in 2015 to an all-time high (ATH) of $4,891.70 in 2021 shows a fantastic 920,143.38% rise. Now, a Nasdaq analyst sees comparable promise in Rexas Finance (RXS), an upstart crypto asset priced at just $0.15 during its presale period. This analyst forecasts RXS to reach a $73 ATH by 2025, a startling 48,566% growth commensurate with Ethereum's explosive climb. Rexas Finance Presale: A Record-Breaking Start Rexas Finance's outstanding presale performance has attracted investors. Initially released in early September 2024, the RXS token price has surged 400% from $0.030 in stage 1 to $0.15 in stage 10. Thus far, sales of 352,241,301 RXS tokens have raised $28,961,537. With stage 10 currently, 92.74% filled, the presale is moving to stage 11, where the price will rise to $0.175 before starting at $0.20 in early 2025. Rexas Finance has embraced a community-oriented strategy, unlike many initiatives depending on venture money. Rexas Finance has created a devoted and passionate community by involving personal investors and eschewing venture capital financing. Its exposure has also been greatly improved by listings on CoinMarketCap and CoinGecko, which let investors monitor the coin in real-time. Using a Certik audit, Rexas Finance guarantees security and openness for investors. This vital turning point increases the project's legitimacy and confidence. Moreover, in early 2025, the RXS token will be introduced on three of the toer-1 cryptocurrency exchanges, facilitating extensive adoption and liquidity. Revolutionizing Real-World Asset Tokenization Rexas Finance is a breakthrough platform that bridges the gap between blockchain technology and actual assets. It is not just another altcoin. The platform's users tokenize real estate, goods, artwork, and collectibles, among other things. Tokenization has excellent market potential, given the global real estate market, valued at $379.7 trillion, and commodities like gold, valued at $121.2 trillion. The Rexas token builder allows users to tokenize their assets without writing a single line of code. This easy-to-use technology enables people and companies to create, exchange, and own digital representations of physical objects. The opportunities are almost unlimited, whether it's fractional shares or whole ownership. The Rexas Launchpad improves the ecosystem even more by allowing initiatives to generate money through token sales. Rexas Finance removes the obstacles historically separating actual assets from blockchain networks by streamlining fundraising and asset tokenization. Supporting several token standards, including ERC-20, ERC-721, and ERC-1155, Rexas Finance guarantees adaptability and interoperability among several usage scenarios. Rexas Finance started a $1 million RXS giveaway to celebrate its success. With 548,722 entries thus far, 20 lucky winners will each receive RXS valued at $50,000. Completing tasks and distributing the giveaway on the Rexas Finance website will increase participants' chances. This program also honors early supporters and encourages further community involvement. Growth Projections: The Sky’s the Limit The path of the RXS cryptocurrency reflects the early days of Ethereum. With one billion tokens overall, Rexas Finance is ready to serve a large and varied market. Currently valued at $0.15 as of writing, analysts project that RXS might reach $73 by 2025. A strong ecosystem, community-driven approach, and strategic alliances with tier-1 exchanges help support this prediction. The ongoing presale presents investors with an unusual chance to enter early. As the presale moves to its last round, RXS’s token price will rise by 20% to $0.175 before launching at $0.2. Time is running out for investors to grab RXS at these lowered rates as one stage remains. The fast success of the presale and the analyst's $73 price target highlight the great possibilities of RXS. Rexas Finance (RXS) could reflect Ethereum's early surge with a 48,566% increase prediction by 2025. Rexas Finance (RXS) presents a strong argument for investors looking for the next great prospect to join the presale before the last stage closes and RXS launches at $0.2 in early 2025. Website: https://rexas.com Win $1 Million Giveaway: https://bit.ly/Rexas1M Whitepaper: https://rexas.com/rexas-whitepaper.pdf Twitter/X: https://x.com/rexasfinance Telegram: https://t.me/rexasfinance Join our WhatsApp Channel to get the latest news, exclusives and videos on WhatsApp _____________ Disclaimer: Analytics Insight does not provide financial advice or guidance. Also note that the cryptocurrencies mentioned/listed on the website could potentially be scams, i.e. designed to induce you to invest financial resources that may be lost forever and not be recoverable once investments are made. You are responsible for conducting your own research (DYOR) before making any investments. Read more here.VolitionRx ( NYSE:VNRX – Get Free Report ) ‘s stock had its “hold” rating restated by stock analysts at Benchmark in a report released on Friday, Benzinga reports. Separately, StockNews.com assumed coverage on VolitionRx in a research note on Wednesday. They set a “sell” rating on the stock. Get Our Latest Research Report on VNRX VolitionRx Trading Down 2.1 % Institutional Investors Weigh In On VolitionRx A hedge fund recently raised its stake in VolitionRx stock. Geode Capital Management LLC grew its holdings in VolitionRx Limited ( NYSE:VNRX – Free Report ) by 15.1% during the 3rd quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund owned 730,448 shares of the company’s stock after purchasing an additional 95,900 shares during the quarter. Geode Capital Management LLC owned approximately 0.79% of VolitionRx worth $439,000 at the end of the most recent quarter. 8.09% of the stock is owned by institutional investors. VolitionRx Company Profile ( Get Free Report ) VolitionRx Limited, a multi-national epigenetics company, engages in the development of blood tests to help diagnose and monitor a range of cancers, and sepsis and COVID-19 in the United States and internationally. The company offers Nu.Q Vet, a cancer screening test for dogs and other animals; Nu.Q Nets for monitoring the immune system; Nu.Q Cancer for monitoring disease progression, response to treatment and minimal residual disease; Capture-PCR, an isolating and capturing circulating tumor derived DNA from plasma samples for early cancer detection; and Nu.Q Discover, a solution to profiling nucleosomes. Read More Receive News & Ratings for VolitionRx Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for VolitionRx and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .Puneri Paltan Beat Bengal Warriorz 51-34 In PKL 11

b777 jogo 。

Of Islam, the Abrahamic Faiths And A Global Values Vaccum

Databricks nears record $9.5 billion VC raise, eyes extra $4.5 billion debtSuarez extends Inter Miami stay with new deal

NoneFrance has stated it recognises that, legally, Benjamin Netanyahu and Israeli government ministers are not subject to the rulings of the International Criminal Court and consequently accept they have “immunities” from the arrest warrant issued. The International Criminal Court (ICC) issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant for supposed war crimes committed in Gaza last week. The decision to issue the warrant contradicted legal advice received by the court that it actually had no jurisdiction to issue a warrant, and prompted awkward responses from Western nations on how they would interpret the law and if they would arrest the democratically elected head of government of an allied state. The government of French President Emmanuel Macron has been locking horns with Israel more often in recent months and had previously indicated it would respect the ruling of the court . Its statement immediately after the arrest warrant was issued last week felt deliberately vague, stating only that: “True to its long-standing commitment to supporting international justice, it reiterates its attachment to the independent work of the court”. Yet France has now shifted to a new position, publishing a diplomatic communication on Thursday stating that the nation respects its international obligations, both to the International Criminal Court of which it is a member nation, but also towards third party nations which aren’t members, like Israel. The French government asserted: “a State cannot be required to act in a manner inconsistent with its obligations under international law with respect to the immunities of States not party to the ICC. Such immunities apply to Prime Minister Netanyahu and other relevant ministers and will need to be taken into consideration should the ICC request their arrest and surrender.” The communication hailed the historic friendship between the two nations and their bond as “two democracies committed to the rule of law”. This move has been strongly criticised by the political left within France, for whom in many cases Israel and Netanyahu are seen as war criminals. Leader of the French Greens Marine Tondelier called the statement a “disgrace” and accused the government of siding with Benjamin Netanyahu over “international justice”. Tondelier also asserted that by the logic of the decision, France would refuse to arrest President Vladimir Putin as well, given the chance, given Russia is also not a signatory of the treaties creating the International Criminal Court. She called France’s position a “Historical error, very very serious. We are sweeping away international justice and the multilateral system that we have patiently built up over decades. But also, quite simply, what international credibility we have left. It’s tragic.” The French interpretation of the law closely echoes the one put forward by the British government until a change in leadership in June with the general election saw Rishi Sunak’s Conservatives replaced with Keir Starmer’s Labour, which despite major work in recent years to move past its antisemitic past is still decidedly cooler towards Israel. The United Kingdom had submitted a legal brief to the ICC that pointed out as Israel is not a member of the ICC, and under the Oslo Accords of 1993 the court does not have jurisdiction over Israeli military matters. The ICC decided it did in fact have this competency in 2021, but the British submission demurred from this point and the government objected to issuing an arrest warrant for Netanyahu in general. This position reversed with the new Labour government , however, which withdrew that brief in July. Since the warrant was issued, the new British government has been evasive on whether it would try to arrest the Israeli Prime Minister, appearing to try to avoid an awkward question it would rather not answer. Other countries have been less circumspect, however, from both sides of the question. While long-time Israel and Netanyahu ally Viktor Orban of Hungary was quick to assert his friend remained welcome in Budapest any time, Canada’s Justin Trudeau bowed to the ICC , saying “We stand up for international law, and we will abide by all the regulations and rulings of the international courts. This is just who we are as Canadians.”

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) closed a historic chapter in his political career this week, chairing his final hearing of the Senate Special Committee on Aging. Known as a tireless advocate for people with disabilities, Casey used his platform to push groundbreaking reforms during his 18 years in the Senate. This final hearing, titled “ Empowering People with Disabilities to Live, Work, Learn, and Thrive ,” was a fitting testament to the senator’s enduring legacy in disability rights and a stark reminder of the void his departure will leave. Throughout his Senate tenure, Casey fought with an unwavering resolve to dismantle the systemic barriers that suppress opportunities for millions of Americans with disabilities. Reflecting on his work, he spoke about the voices that motivated him to act. “From the beginning of my time in the Senate, I heard a constant refrain from disability advocates...they faced barriers to save for their future, they were being paid well below a living wage, and they could not afford or access the care they needed,” Casey said. It was this consistent call to action that shaped his legislative mission. Perhaps his most notable achievement was the creation of the ABLE program, which revolutionized the way people with disabilities could save for their future. Before ABLE, many people with disabilities could not accrue savings without risking the loss of crucial benefits like Medicaid or Supplemental Security Income. Casey changed that reality. To date, the program has helped hundreds of thousands of people save for essential costs, from healthcare and housing to educational expenses. His legislative fingerprints don’t end there. Casey played a central role in making federal websites more accessible, a major step in ensuring equal access to government services. He also championed the fight to prioritize home-care access and relentlessly pressured Congress to phase out exploitative subminimum wage practices, an archaic policy that enables employers to pay disabled workers less than the federal minimum wage. Witnesses at the hearing underscored Casey’s unparalleled impact on the disability community. Lydia Brown, Director of Policy at the National Disability Institute, praised his leadership in passing the ABLE Act. “Ten years ago, Senator Casey’s leadership...changed the game. For many disabled people on Medicaid, an ABLE account is also their only available means to save for retirement,” Brown said. Ai-Jen Poo, President of the National Domestic Workers Alliance, highlighted the stakes of Casey’s absence. “It is daunting to think about facing the challenges ahead...without you at the helm,” she said, emphasizing the ripple effects of his advocacy. For Neil McDevitt, Mayor of North Wales, Pennsylvania, Casey’s work resonated deeply at both local and national levels. “You have been a steadfast ally... We owe you a debt that can never be repaid,” he said. Despite these milestones, Casey’s departure comes at a critical time. The path to achieving full disability equity remains riddled with challenges. Advocates are bracing for a fight to safeguard Medicaid and continue expanding access to housing, education, and economic opportunity. Bob Casey’s exit from the Senate signifies the end of an era—not just for Pennsylvania, but for the national disability rights movement. His legacy will be remembered as one driven by compassion, intellect, and a relentless pursuit of justice. Yet for those following in his footsteps, the message is clear: the work must—and will—continue. Though this chapter closes with Casey stepping away, the blueprint for progress he leaves behind is an indelible reminder of what leadership can achieve when it is fueled by purpose and driven by the voices of those who need it most. For the latest news on everything happening in Chester County and the surrounding area, be sure to follow MyChesCo on Google News and MSN .I'm A Celebrity's Dean McCullough stunned after McFly star Danny's four-word swipe

Over half of Canadian businesses regret recent software purchase

Two SAG-AFTRA members filed a class action lawsuit against the union’s health plan, claiming that it failed to make adequate safeguards to prevent a recent data breach . The lawsuit was filed on Dec. 5 by members Matthew Rouillard and Kristy Munden, and seeks class action status. “SAG Health failed to protect the very customer information it was entrusted, compromising the personal information of an undisclosed number of its members,” the lawsuit alleged. It was filed in U.S. District Court in Los Angeles. The data breach was disclosed on Dec. 2 as SAG-AFTRA notified members of an email phishing attack. Read the members’ SAG-AFTRA Health Plan lawsuit . The lawsuit contended that SAG Health “failed to comply with industry standards to protect information systems that contain Private Information, and failed to provide timely and adequate notice to Plaintiffs and other members of the Class that their Private Information had been accessed and compromised.” The suit claimed that members were hit with “out-of-pocket expenses associated with preventing, detecting, and remediating identity theft, social engineering, and other unauthorized use of their Private Information,” as well as other injuries including the increased risk of fraud and identity theft. The lawsuit claimed violation of California’s unfair competition law, the Confidentiality of Medical Information Act, deceit by concealment, negligence, breach of express warranty, invasion of privacy and unjust enrichment. The litigation is seeking a slate of remedies, including adequate security protocols and the use of independent third party security auditors, as well as unspecified actual, statutory and punitive damages. A SAG-AFTRA spokesperson did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The Hollywood Reporter first reported on the lawsuit.Duck Creek Technologies renforce son leadership commercial mondial grâce à des nominations stratégiques en Amérique du Nord, EMEA et APACRising Cybersecurity Insurance Demands Create New Opportunities for Technology Service Providers, Says Info-Tech Research Group

ALTOONA, Pa. (AP) — The suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO struggled with deputies and shouted Tuesday while arriving for a court appearance in Pennsylvania, a day after he was arrested at a McDonald’s and charged with murder. Luigi Nicholas Mangione emerged from a patrol car, spun toward reporters and shouted something partly unintelligible referring to an “insult to the intelligence of the American people” while deputies pushed him inside. Prosecutors were beginning to take steps to bring Mangione back to New York while new details emerged about his life and how he was captured. The 26-year-old Ivy League graduate from a prominent Maryland real estate family was charged with murder hours after he was arrested in the Manhattan killing of Brian Thompson , who led the United States’ largest medical insurance company. At the brief hearing, defense lawyer Thomas Dickey informed the court that Mangione will not waive extradition to New York but instead wants a hearing on the issue. Mangione was denied bail after prosecutors said he was too dangerous to be released. Mangione, wearing an orange prison jumpsuit, mostly stared straight ahead at the hearing, occasionally consulting papers, rocking in his chair or looking back at the gallery. At one point, he began to speak to respond to the court discussion but was quieted by his lawyer. A law enforcement bulletin obtained by The Associated Press said that at the time of his arrest, Mangione was carrying a handwritten document expressing anger with what he called “parasitic” health insurance companies and a disdain for corporate greed and power. He wrote that the U.S. has the most expensive health care system in the world and that profits of major corporations continue to rise while “our life expectancy” does not, according to the bulletin. In social media posts, Mangione called “Unabomber” Ted Kaczynski a “political revolutionary," according to the police bulletin. Kaczynski carried out a series of bombings while railing against modern society and technology. Mangione remained jailed in Pennsylvania, where he was initially charged with possession of an unlicensed firearm, forgery and providing false identification to police. Manhattan prosecutors have obtained an arrest warrant, a step that could help expedite his extradition from Pennsylvania. Mangione was arrested in Altoona, Pennsylvania — about 230 miles (about 370 kilometers) west of New York City — after a McDonald's customer recognized him and notified an employee, authorities said. Officers found him sitting at a back table, wearing a blue medical mask and looking at a laptop, according to a Pennsylvania police criminal complaint. He initially gave them a fake ID, but when an officer asked Mangione whether he’d been to New York recently, he “became quiet and started to shake,” the complaint says. When he pulled his mask down at officers' request, “we knew that was our guy,” rookie Officer Tyler Frye said. Images of Mangione released Tuesday by Pennsylvania State Police showed him pulling down his mask in the corner of the McDonald's while holding what appeared to be hash browns and wearing a winter jacket and beanie. In another photo from a holding cell, he stood unsmiling with rumpled hair. New York Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said Mangione was carrying a gun like the one used to kill Thompson and the same fake ID the shooter had used to check into a New York hostel, along with a passport and other fraudulent IDs. NYPD Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny said Mangione also had a three-page, handwritten document that shows “some ill will toward corporate America." A law enforcement official who wasn’t authorized to discuss the investigation publicly and spoke with The Associated Press on condition of anonymity said the document included a line in which Mangione claimed to have acted alone. “To the Feds, I’ll keep this short, because I do respect what you do for our country. To save you a lengthy investigation, I state plainly that I wasn’t working with anyone,” the document said, according to the official. It also had a line that said, “I do apologize for any strife or traumas but it had to be done. Frankly, these parasites simply had it coming.” Thompson, 50, was killed last Wednesday as he walked alone to a Manhattan hotel for an investor conference. Police quickly came to see the shooting as a targeted attack by a gunman who appeared to wait for Thompson, came up behind him and fired a 9 mm pistol. Investigators have said “delay,” “deny” and “depose” were written on ammunition found near Thompson's body. The words mimic “delay, deny, defend,” a phrase used to criticize the insurance industry . From surveillance video, New York investigators determined the shooter quickly fled the city, likely by bus. A grandson of a wealthy, self-made real estate developer and philanthropist, Mangione is a cousin of a current Maryland state legislator. Valedictorian at his elite Baltimore prep school, he went on to earn undergraduate and graduate degrees in computer science in 2020 from the University of Pennsylvania, a spokesperson said. “Our family is shocked and devastated by Luigi’s arrest,” Mangione’s family said in a statement posted on social media late Monday by his cousin, Maryland Del. Nino Mangione. “We offer our prayers to the family of Brian Thompson and we ask people to pray for all involved.” From January to June 2022, Luigi Mangione lived at Surfbreak, a “co-living” space at the edge of touristy Waikiki in Honolulu. Like other residents of the shared penthouse catering to remote workers, Mangione underwent a background check, said Josiah Ryan, a spokesperson for owner and founder R.J. Martin. “Luigi was just widely considered to be a great guy. There were no complaints,” Ryan said. "There was no sign that might point to these alleged crimes they’re saying he committed.” At Surfbreak, Martin learned Mangione had severe back pain from childhood that interfered with many aspects of his life, from surfing to romance, Ryan said. Mangione left Surfbreak to get surgery on the mainland, Ryan said, then later returned to Honolulu and rented an apartment. Martin stopped hearing from Mangione six months to a year ago. ___ Scolforo reported from Altoona and Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania. Contributing were Associated Press writers Cedar Attanasio and Jennifer Peltz in New York; Michael Rubinkam and Maryclaire Dale in Pennsylvania; Lea Skene in Baltimore; and Jennifer Sinco Kelleher in Honolulu.FAIRFAX, Va. (AP) — Jalen Haynes scored 18 points as George Mason beat Mount St. Mary's 64-56 on Saturday. Haynes also added 16 rebounds for the Patriots (9-4). Darius Maddox shot 5 of 11 from the field, including 1 for 5 from 3-point range, and went 2 for 3 from the line to add 13 points. Brayden O'Connor shot 2 for 5 (2 for 3 from 3-point range) and 3 of 4 from the free-throw line to finish with nine points. The Mountaineers (8-5, 1-1 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference) were led by Dola Adebayo, who recorded 13 points and seven rebounds. Mount St. Mary's also got 11 points, nine rebounds, four assists and two blocks from Terrell Ard Jr.. Arlandus Keyes also had seven points. Haynes scored 11 points in the first half and George Mason went into halftime trailing 30-28. George Mason used a 10-3 second-half run to come back from a three-point deficit and take the lead at 34-30 with 17:54 remaining in the half before finishing off the victory. Maddox scored nine second-half points. George Mason plays Tuesday against Davidson at home, and Mount St. Mary's hosts Niagara on Sunday. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .Grizzlies’ Vince Williams Jr. to miss at least four weeks with ankle sprain

FLIC Stock Alert: Halper Sadeh LLC Is Investigating Whether the Sale of the First of Long Island Corporation Is Fair to Shareholders

Amit Agarwal interview; ONDC cuts incentives

go 4 by 4 As China continues to invest in research and development in the field of BCIs, the future looks promising for the integration of brain-computer interfaces into mainstream healthcare and technology applications. The ongoing collaboration between researchers, engineers, clinicians, and industry partners is essential for driving forward the translation of BCI technology from the laboratory to the clinic and beyond.

As the group stage of the Champions League reaches its climax, the race for the knockout rounds is heating up, and Liverpool's dominance has undoubtedly set the benchmark for success. With their eyes set on a historic title defense, Liverpool is determined to continue their winning streak and make a statement in European football. Whether they can maintain their momentum and secure the coveted spot in the top 8 remains to be seen, but one thing is for certain – Liverpool has certainly kicked into high gear and is ready to conquer Europe once again.NoneJ.K. Dobbins and Alohi Gilman are placed on injured reserve by Chargers

Wanda Dench and Jamal Hinton became unlikely friends nearly a decade ago when she invited him to Thanksgiving dinner, thinking she was texting her grandson Jamal Hinton/Instagram;Airbnb and became unlikely friends nearly a decade ago when Dench mistakenly texted a then-teenage Hinton to invite him to dinner — and they've been celebrating together ever since! When Hinton, then 17, first inviting him to dinner, he thought it was “pretty funny, but kinda weird.” “The text said, ‘Thanksgiving at my house’ and it was from a grandma, but I was like, ‘When did my grandma learn to text!?’ ” Hinton told PEOPLE at the time. “So I asked her for a picture and it definitely was not my grandma.” Hinton explained that Dench's actual grandson had recently changed his contact info and Hinton "ended up getting his old number." But everything changed when he jokingly texted Dench, “Can I still get a plate tho?” “It was so unexpected, but she was just so sweet about it,” he said, adding, "It was a reminder that there are still some good people left in this world.” Here's a look back at how the pair have celebrated Thanksgiving together since that fateful accidental text. Related: Thanksgiving 2016: Year 1 Jamal Hinton/ Instagram Hinton told PEOPLE that once he got a real invite to Dench’s Thanksgiving dinner, he knew he was "definitely taking her up on her offer.” “She is a very sweet lady, she told me her husband was a veteran and she always invited his friends over for dinner, so she’s used to having a lot of people over,” the then-Desert Vista High School student added. “I just got a vibe from her that made me feel at home.” As for what he planned to bring to the table? That’s easy. “I’m bringing the pumpkin pie,” he said. (Well, more on that later.) Thanksgiving 2017: Year 2 Jamal Hinton/ Instagram Of course, what happened in 2016 was . In 2017, Hinton told PEOPLE that the pair had been “keeping in touch here and there,” including when he graduated high school. One thing that didn’t go according to plan last year though? Bringing the pumpkin pie (he told PEOPLE he actually forgot to pick one up. But for that year’s celebration, Hinton said he actually was bringing the staple desert as well as his girlfriend. "I guess you can say thanksgiving was one for the books," he captioned that year's photo. Thanksgiving 2018: Year 3 2018 marked the pair's third Thanksgiving celebration, and to mark the occasion, Hinton shared a series of photos of some of the they'd taken over the years. “2016, 2017......2018,” he captioned the sweet post. Thanksgiving 2019: Year 4 Jamal Hinton/ Instagram Hinton’s Thanksgiving update arrived “as promised” in 2019, as he shared a number of photos from celebrations past and present. Around the same time, Hinton also shared that he and his girlfriend still spent time with Dench and her husband when it wasn’t Thanksgiving. "Blessed to have such wonderful people in our lives," he . Thanksgiving 2020: Year 5 Jamal Hinton/ Instagram In 2020, the pair met up yet again, although there was one less person at the table: Dench's husband, Lonnie, who after a battle with . "This Thanksgiving, along with all the holidays coming up, aren't going to be the same as past ones but we will make the best of it," Hinton wrote in . "Rest In Peace to Lonnie and everyone else we lost this year we will miss you greatly. Thank you for being in our lives." Dench – who , but recovered – remembered her husband as having “the truest heart.” “He did so many acts of kindness that no one ever heard about,” she told after his death. “He was my hero. And I’m a better person because of him.” Thanksgiving 2021: Year 6 Jamal Hinton/X.com Ahead of their annual celebration in 2021, Hinton said they were “ ” to once again share good food and conversation. Sure enough, when the day rolled around, Hinton shared they were " .” Thanksgiving 2022: Year 7 Jamal Hinton/Instagram Just like usual, Hinton assured fans ahead of time that “yes Thanksgiving year 7 is planned out!” Ahead of the happy day, the friends appeared on the Today show, where Dench said that Hinton “"literally changed my life and my point of view on young generations about being open to friendships.” “Uou think you have nothing in common,” she added, but when you just sit and talk to them? Oh my gosh ... ." Thanksgiving 2023: Year 8 Jamal Hinton/X For 2023, the pair had something slightly different up their sleeves: this year, they were going to be the ones to . Thanks to a partnership with Airbnb, they were joined by a special guest, who booked a stay at Dench’s home in Prescott, Arizona, for $16 — a nod to 2016, the year Dench and Hinton spent their first Thanksgiving together. “I think it is perfect,” Hinton told PEOPLE at the time. “I mean, me personally, I love meeting new people and building new friendships.” As per usual, the friends celebrated with a selfie, which included their guest, identified as Arseni. "That’s a wrap on Thanksgiving year 8!” Hinton . “Thankful for the connections we made hosting our first @airbnb guest.” Thanksgiving 2024: Year 9 This marks the first year the friends have spent together since Dench revealed she had been . Hinton first shared the news of Dench’s diagnosis in a in October this year, in which the 67-year-old grandmother wrote that she was diagnosed earlier this year and has been undergoing chemotherapy. She wrote at the time that friends and family "quickly came to my aid and have supported me through everything" and that this scary part of her life has still taught her several important lessons. “Just because you may be older, we still have a lot of life to live,” wrote Dench, who shared the post during Breast Cancer Awareness month. She later added, “continue getting your check-ups, and continue to live YOUR life!” Despite her diagnosis, Dench confirmed that she and Hinton will still be getting together for Thanksgiving in November “as we have every year.” Jamal Hinton/X.com With the actual celebration still to come, Hinton announced on social media that this time around he was . "Looking forward to a day filled with good food, great company, and lasting memories," he added in a social media post. " ”Every summer, Australians look for ways to cool down. Millions of us head to the beach. Those inland head for rivers, waterholes and waterfalls. But cooling off comes with risks, from dangerous rips in the ocean to hidden logs in rivers. In recent years, a surprising number of people have died at waterfalls and waterholes. These natural spectacles have hidden dangers, from slippery rocks to unexpected currents, to turbulent water. While many of us know about the risks of drowning in the ocean, rivers are actually more deadly. Over the last 22 years, slightly more people have drowned in rivers and creeks than any other body of water. The drowning figures from 2022–23 show 76 people died in rivers and creeks, compared to 75 at beaches. Every drowning death leaves a trail of grief. Here’s what you can do to stay safe. How common are these deaths? Deaths at popular waterfalls in recent years include: Isabella Falls, inland from Cairns: three deaths in the last two years Millaa Millaa Falls, inland from Cairns: two deaths this year Dangar Falls in northern New South Wales: three deaths since 2012. Then there are locations such as Babinda Boulders south of Cairns. While more waterhole than waterfall, this famous location has claimed 21 lives since 1959, leading authorities to fence off dangerous channels and pools where churning water can push swimmers under and keep them there. Even so, deaths continue . Why are waterfalls dangerous? As water cascades, it often carves out a deep pool, known as a plunge pool. Visitors often swim at these pools, drawn by the natural beauty and deeper water. But these idyllic scenes come with hidden risks. For instance, where the waterfall hits the pool, it creates turbulence and currents. If large volumes of water are falling, the pressure can be enough to push people underneath. Currents can also carry people underneath a rock ledge and trap them. Adrenaline-seekers might jump off the lip of the waterfall. This is very risky, especially if you don’t know how deep the water is. Droplets and mist from the falls mean the rocky sides are inevitably slippery and often covered in algae or moss. Finally, there’s the popularity factor. The more inexperienced people who go, the higher the chance of something going wrong. Social media reels of influencers at beautiful locations encourage more people to seek out secluded waterfalls. Are these deaths getting more common? We don’t know. That’s because deaths at waterfalls are rolled into statistics for river-related deaths. By one estimate 5% of drownings in inland water sources took place at waterfalls or swimming holes over the ten years to 2021. We do know there’s been a surge in selfie deaths worldwide in recent years. Some of these deaths take place at waterfalls, usually when visitors jump the fence or make their way to the lip of the waterfall before slipping and dying. When you’re searching for the perfect selfie location, you’re not paying close attention to risks. If you do get into trouble, help is often a long way away. Rescuers can take hours to arrive, while drowning happens very quickly. While popular beaches usually have lifeguards able to spring into action, waterfalls, waterholes and rivers do not. How can we stay safe? Waterfalls are some of the world’s great natural spectacles. The most famous attract millions of visitors each year, from Niagara Falls on the Canada-United States border to Victoria Falls between Zambia and Zimbabwe to Venezuela’s Angel Falls, the tallest uninterrupted waterfall. They are created when soft rock is washed away, or where a river meets a natural drop such as a cliff. We’re drawn to these places, and that’s not going to change. So how can we visit safely? Authorities have put up signs around many popular swimming spots, including waterfalls. These can be useful to indicate danger or prohibit an activity. But most people simply ignore them, according to a Queensland government spokesperson. The most important thing is to proceed with caution. Just as you would check a new beach for signs of rip currents or dangerous waves, you should check waterfalls and waterholes for hidden dangers. Don’t assume picturesque places are safe because they’re pretty. Familiarity matters too. Many people who have died at waterfalls have been visitors, whether from interstate or overseas . If you grew up near a waterfall or waterhole, you’re more likely to have learned about the dangers. If you’ve checked the swimming hole, swimming should be reasonably safe. But it’s best to avoid going directly under the waterfall. Climbing waterfalls is very dangerous. It might look fun, but slippery rocks can send you crashing to your doom, while turbulent water and hidden rocks under the surface can be lethal. The lip of a waterfall is extremely slippery and gravity is not on your side. Alcohol and waterfalls are a bad mix. Alcohol makes some people take more risks. Swim first, drink later. Check the chance of rain before you go, and not only at the waterfall but upstream. Intense rain upstream can create flash floods surprisingly quickly, sweeping you off your feet . And if you’re in northern Australia, you need to do one more vital check – for crocodiles. Many popular waterfalls and swimming holes are seen to be safe because they are elevated or far from the sea. But crocs can pop up in unexpected places . Does this mean you should avoid waterways entirely? No. As Paul McCartney advised: Don’t go jumping waterfalls Please, keep to the lake People who jump waterfalls Sometimes can make mistakes.LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Arsenal defender Gabriel kept Viktor Gyokeres quiet — then had the audacity to steal the in-demand Sporting Lisbon striker's trademark goal celebration. After heading in Arsenal's third first-half goal in the Champions League on Tuesday, Gabriel linked the fingers of his hands and placed them over his eyes, before laughing with his teammates. It was most likely a dig at Gyokeres, the Sweden striker who has quickly become one of European soccer's hottest properties . That is how Gyokeres celebrates his goals — and he has scored plenty of those this season. Gyokeres has scored 24 goals for Sporting in all competitions and was coming off netting four for Sweden in a Nations League match against Azerbaijan. Earlier in the first half, Gabriel had enjoyed tackling and dispossessing Gyokeres near the Arsenal area — waving both his arms in a gesture to the crowd. Gabriel's goal made it 3-0 to Arsenal at halftime and the English team went on to win 5-1, with Gyokeres failing to score. He did hit the post with a shot late in the game, however — after Gabriel had gone off with an injury. ___ AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccer The Associated Press

The dilapidated state of the rural roads not only affects the daily lives of residents but also hinders the economic development of the village. Businesses struggle to transport goods, farmers find it challenging to bring their produce to market, and emergency services face delays in reaching those in need. The road conditions also pose a safety hazard, with the risk of accidents and injuries being significantly higher on poorly maintained roads.

In just a span of a few seconds, a baby can traverse through a myriad of emotions during a vaccination experience. From confusion to fear, resilience, and finally relief, their journey reflects the innate human capacity to adapt, endure, and seek comfort in the face of challenges. As parents, witnessing this emotional rollercoaster can be both heart-wrenching and heart-warming, reminding us of the strength and vulnerability encapsulated in our little ones.

In a Nov. 22 decision, the B.C. Human Rights Tribunal ruled that a complaint of discrimination lodged against the Central Okanagan Board of Education will proceed to a hearing. A former student of George Elliot Secondary School in Lake Country, Faith Bigam, filed a complaint in the B.C. Human Rights Tribunal , alleging that she had been subject to discrimination by the School District No. 23 Board of Education, her school principal and a teacher. Bigam, who was in Grade 11 at the time of the incident, alleges that she was discriminated against "based on mental and physical disability." Bigam was diagnosed with pediatric Multiple Sclerosis , at 12 years old. According to the complaint, after years of building confidence, she voiced her desire to speak to the student body at George Elliot about her rare, degenerative condition in order to educate her peers. The complaint alleges that in 2019, a teacher, the school principal and the school district prevented Bigam from speaking at an assembly and then mishandled the aftermath of the situation. Bigam says that as a direct result of the incident, she was not able to return to George Elliot Secondary School. The presentation was scheduled for an upcoming school assembly and Bigam prepared a speech. There is contrasting evidence from Bigam, her mother and the teacher who was named in the complaint, about the incident that took place on the morning of the scheduled speech. According to tribunal documents, on the morning of the assembly, an interaction took place between Bigam, her mother and the teacher in charge of the assembly, that became heated. After a disagreement, it was decided that Bigam would not be present at the assembly. Bigam alleges that "everyone was raising their voices," and she felt embarrassed, panicked and began to cry. In a response to the complaint, the teacher alleges that she was not trying to prevent Bigam from speaking and says she did not raise her voice. She alleges that she was instead trying to work with Bigam to ensure the presentation fit with the theme of the assembly before the emotions escalated. After the incident, Bigam's parents spoke with and sent an email to the principal and the SD23, complaining about the interaction with the teacher regarding their daughter's now cancelled presentation at the assembly. The principal assured the family the matter was being taken "very seriously." Bigam stopped attending school after the incident. The school's vice-principal spoke with the BC Human Rights Tribunal and stated Bigam's mother was "adamant" that the teacher be fired and did not seem interested in an apology or “anything else”. Bigam never returned to George Elliot School, claiming she experienced stress, anxiety and emotional distress as a result of the altercation and graduated from an alternative learning program. Additionally, Bigam suffered a relapse of Multiple Sclerosis in June 2019, which her family alleges was spurred by the stress of the incident. Bigam says she missed out on important social and educational opportunities by not returning to the school. The BC Human Rights Tribunal has dismissed the complaint against both the teacher and principal but allowed the remainder of the complaint against the SD23. A date has yet to be set on the matter.

While details are still sparse and nothing has been officially confirmed by Xbox, the cryptic message from the journalist has sparked a wave of excitement and speculation among gamers worldwide. Many are eagerly awaiting to see what surprises Xbox has in store for them, especially considering the recent success of their latest console, the Xbox Series X|S.Intelligent Motor Control Centers Market | Business Growth, Development Factors, Current and Future Trends till 2031 | Seekway Technology Ltd. SeeReal Technologies GmbH Sony Corporation

TSB investigating plane landing incident at Halifax Stanfield International AirportAs Zhang Yimou continues to push the boundaries of filmmaking and Sophie Marceau captivates audiences with her captivating performances, their partnership remains a shining example of the magic that can happen when creative minds come together in pursuit of a common goal. Together, they have created a cinematic legacy that will continue to inspire and captivate audiences for generations to come.The New England Patriots , after losing their last two games, are hosting the Indianapolis Colts for a Week 13 matchup at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, Massachusetts. Before the contest, New England may elevate up to two players from their practice squad to the active roster for the meeting, and on Saturday, they announced that defensive end Keshawn Banks and offensive lineman Michael Jordan were chosen as the elevations. This is both Banks and Jordan's third and final elevation. Jordan started 11 games for New England this season and spent most of the year on the active roster after starting on the practice squad. If they need him to play again, they'll have to sign him back to the 53. New England already ruled out offensive lineman Cole Strange (PUP) for Week 13 and listed nine others as questionable, including wide receiver Demario Douglas, who has been dealing with an ankle injury in practice this week. MORE PATRIOTS NEWS Patriots vs. Colts: Experts picks for Sunday’s matchup 4 things Patriots fans should know ahead of battle vs. Colts Patriots rule out 1, list 9 as questionable for Week 13 Patriots’ keys to victory vs. Colts on Sunday

As the construction progresses, the news of Tang Shangjun's noble endeavor spreads like wildfire throughout the village. Neighbors and friends are inspired by his selfless act of filial piety, and they rally around him, offering their help and support in any way they can. The sense of community and camaraderie that emerges from this shared mission is truly heartening, reinforcing the bonds of love and unity that tie the villagers together.Elon Musk's backing of Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) has created a political frenzy as the nation approaches pivotal parliamentary elections. Published in Welt am Sonntag, Musk's endorsement led to the resignation of the newspaper's opinion editor, signaling a heated debate on free speech and political influence. Germany is set for an unexpected election on February 23, following the collapse of Chancellor Olaf Scholz's coalition over economic strategies. Musk, CEO of Tesla, defended his right to voice opinions on Germany's political climate, given his investments in the country. Reactions were swift and critical. Politicians and other media outlets criticized the newspaper's platform for Musk. Insightful discourse from German press leaders underscored the importance of free speech in journalism, even amidst controversy. (With inputs from agencies.)

Horror shark attack as 'inspirational leader', 40, mauled to death while fishingAs the autumn breeze gently swept through the school campus, a heartwarming scene took place that touched the hearts of all who witnessed it. Zhang Guimei, a beloved teacher at the school, who had inspired and nurtured countless students, was about to receive a special visitor. It was none other than a graduate who had successfully passed the rigorous examination to become a police officer.One of the key highlights of the program is the introduction of "AIGC AI", an advanced AI-driven platform designed to empower filmmakers and directors with cutting-edge tools and resources to enhance their creative process. By leveraging the capabilities of artificial intelligence, filmmakers can now explore new horizons in storytelling, visual effects, and overall production quality.

‘I care because I can’t imagine not caring’: Limerick activists share what keeps them goingModel Jennifer Thomas who drank prosecco, wine and gin before causing death of Cork mum faces jailMartensville-Warman Early Years Family Resource Centre opens

Furthermore, Hisense emphasized that these rumors could potentially harm the company's reputation and create unnecessary panic among stakeholders. To that end, Hisense has announced that they will be taking legal action against those responsible for spreading false information and rumors about the company.

Drew Lock likely to start at QB for the Giants against the Colts on SundaySwansea boss Luke Williams thought his side were second best for the majority of the contest despite earning a 2-1 win at Derby. The Swans stunned Pride Park into silence with less than two minutes on the clock when Zan Vipotnik sent a bullet past Jacob Widell Zetterstrom before Ronald slotted home his first of the season in the 14th minute. Cyrus Christie brought Tom Barkhuizen down inside the box and Nathaniel Mendez-Laing dispatched the resulting penalty to cut the deficit in half and, despite piling on the pressure, Derby succumbed to a second home defeat of the season. Williams told a press conference: “We started the game very well, we were good up until we scored the second goal then we lost the grip on the game and I thought Derby were the better team. “The next thing for us we have to be able to maintain that level throughout the game and we weren’t able to do that to be quite honest today. “They made it difficult, reacted very well after the second goal and didn’t go under, far from it.” Swansea leapfrogged their opponents into the top half of the table with their sixth win of the season and took three points back to south Wales following two last-minute defeats by Burnley and Leeds heading into the match. Williams added: “We’ve recently conceded late goals but they’re a very resilient group and we saw it out in the end. “We’ve dominated games a lot but probably failed to score when we’ve been that dominant and tonight we managed to score the goals when we were dominant. “We scored the goals at the right time today.” Derby had been unbeaten in their last three matches coming into this one but Paul Warne put defeat down to a poor start. He said: “We conceded two and didn’t get close enough, weren’t aggressive enough, not enough body contact and looked soft, that’s my fault. “Maybe I didn’t message it properly. Sometimes it doesn’t come down to shape and tactics but I thought that was what the difference was. “Credit Swansea for the win but after the 25 mins it looked like we would score. I really enjoyed it, that’s the truth. I had 70 minutes of a team giving everything, I don’t think we’ve had that many attempts in the Championship this season. “It’s a rude awakening, last year we would’ve won that 4-2.”Director Rajkumar Periasamy, who helmed actor Sivakarthikeyan's first 300-crore earning film, has signed his next with actor Dhanush. Popularly known as D55, the film was announced in November 2024. While not much is known about the cast and crew members, the director has recently revealed the film's plot. D55 Plot Revealed! In a recent interview with Hollywood Reporter, Rajkumar Periasamy said "My previous film was about a hero who is a recipient of the Gallantry Award. My next would be about many unsung heroes who blend in with the society." He further said, “People are not aware of those unsung heroes. The protagonist will represent such unrecognized achievers. Anbuchezhiyan sir, an investor turned producer, is bankrolling D55 under the banner of Gopuram Films. This is a new setup. I am very excited about this film. Also, I am looking forward to many collaborations in 2025.” About D55 On November 8, 2024, Rajkumar Periasamy took to his social media to post the news of his collaboration with Dhanush. He posted "When good things happen, they happen in a row! Series of optimistic flow of feelings continue through... NEXT It will be #D55 with one of the greatest performers of the country, A Powerhouse of talent, multifaceted @dhanushkraja sir! Thank you #Anbuchezhiyan sir and @Sushmitaanbu ma’am of @gopuramfilms for making this happen" D55 is produced by Sushmita Anbuchezian under Gopuram Films banner. GN Anbuchezian presents the film. Get Latest News Live on Times Now along with Breaking News and Top Headlines from Tamil, Entertainment News and around the world.pokemon go 777 。

Zion Williamson makes ominous career move with $197M contract situation 'in doubt'Christmas Eve is shaping up to be a difficult time for homeless people who are struggling to find shelter with space to accommodate them. In the Greater Montreal area, temperatures are expected to drop to -20 degrees Celsius on the nights of December 24 and 25. Many homeless people will spend the day trying to find shelter that will accept them. The Canadian Press asked several people who work in shelters how the last few days have been, which have been very cold across Quebec. The situation is worrying, as shelters are turning away several people every day due to lack of capacity. The workers are worried sick about those looking for a place to spend Christmas Eve night. Louise Waridel, deputy general director of “La rue des femmes”, reports that traffic is very high at the moment. Every day, her organization turns away between 20 and 25 women, sometimes exceeding 30 refusals. “It’s a lot,” comments Waridel. “It’s certain that we are concerned all year round to see so many refusals, so many people staying outside, but in times of extreme cold it’s even more worrying because we know that someone staying outside can be fatal.” “It’s always a little more heartbreaking when it’s full and Christmas is coming up,” she continues. Waridel says women often feel anxious about not finding a place to spend the holidays. She emphasizes that the people who are refused are known to the center. “The women who frequent our resources are women we see again from one day to the next, sometimes from one week to the next. They become a bit like family members, so knowing they are on the street is indeed worrying,” she confides. “La rue des femmes” offers meal services, day therapy activities and transitional housing. Maison Jacqueline also has 24 emergency beds and Maison Olga has nine emergency beds. Currently, all emergency beds are full on a daily basis. The situation is similar at CAP St-Barnabé, which has three inclusive emergency shelters that can accommodate 350 people per day in Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, in Montreal. According to estimates by Carlens Solol, who works at reception, every day, CAP St-Barnabé has to refuse an emergency bed to around ten people. Lunches and dinners are also served at the centres, and some neighbourhood residents in need come to benefit, he said. Steven Fortin, coordinator at “L’Amour en Action”, located in Montreal North, indicates that the teams do everything in their power to find an emergency bed in another shelter when they are full. “L’Amour en action” has 51 beds and they are all occupied at the moment. “We are full, we are overflowing, we have a waiting list of at least three pages,” says Mr. Fortin, which corresponds to nearly forty people waiting for a bed. The Montreal North organization also has a 30-chair warming shelter that opened in November. With the cold temperatures of the last few days, Fortin said there is often a line of people outside, waiting under a gazebo, waiting for 6 p.m. to arrive so they can enter the warming shelter. Solol confirms that homeless people are not thrown out when a shelter is full. “When people come and ask for a place, when we see that we are full, the workers refer them to other centers,” he explains. He also said he was calling on ÉMMIS (Équipe mobile de médiation et d’intervention sociale) to have workers help move a person from one shelter to another.

November 22, 2024 This article has been reviewed according to Science X's editorial process and policies . Editors have highlightedthe following attributes while ensuring the content's credibility: fact-checked peer-reviewed publication trusted source proofread by Liu Jia, Chinese Academy of Sciences A research team led by Dr. Du Xuemin from the Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology (SIAT) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has reported a living interface with unique functionalities of durable secretion of bioactive exosomes with tunable contents and miRNA cargoes, effectively promoting neurovascular remodeling. The study was published in Matter on Nov. 21. Neurovascular remodeling is crucial for restoring normal functions of regenerated tissues or engineered organs, which requires multi-target and phase-specific paracrine regulation. However, existing strategies still cannot mimic such dynamic and complicated paracrine regulation effects in the native physiological processes, hindering synergistic neurovascular remodeling. Exosomes, as key entities in the native paracrine process, show great promise for neurovascular remodeling yet still face challenges. Direct exosome administration is limited by its short lifetime (24–48 hours). In addition, exosome delivery systems struggle with preserving bioactivity and maintaining adaptable miRNA cargoes throughout the entire release period, limiting their effectiveness at different stages of neurovascular remodeling. The proposed living interface in this study for fine-tuned exosome secretion (LIFES) consists of two core elements, a poly(vinylidene fluoride-co-trifluoro ethylene)-based intelligent material layer with rationally designed topographical structures and superior electric properties for cell modulation, and a living cell layer with rat bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) for efficient biogenesis of exosomes. Through the synergistic interactions between the two core elements, LIFES can secrete bioactive exosomes in sustained (~192 hours) and phase-specific manners, with tunable contents (~8-fold increases) and programmable miRNA cargoes (initially pro-angiogenic and later pro-neurogenic). "The phase-specific exosome secretion of LIFES meets physiological requirements, which aligns with the native multi-target and multi-stage paracrine regulation effects observed in physiological neurovascular remodeling processes," said Dr. Du. By mimicking the natural paracrine regulation effects within the native physiological processes of neurovascular remodeling, LIFES effectively promotes the reconstituting of vascular neural networks, even in challenging diabetic wound models. The study will open new avenues for next-generation intelligent materials, revolutionizing biomedical devices, regenerative medicine , and brain-machine interfaces . More information: Mingxing Peng et al, A ferroelectric living interface for fine-tuned exosome secretion toward physiology-mimetic neurovascular remodeling, Matter (2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.matt.2024.10.019 Journal information: Matter Provided by Chinese Academy of SciencesBVI Re-Engages Asian Financial Services Markets In 2024

The history photo this week says so much about simpler times. It’s a photo of Vernon’s Jeff Hurmuces in his home on Christmas Eve, 1952. Look at the fantastic black-and-white photo courtesy of the Museum and Archives of Vernon. Look closely. Photos of family framed, hanging on the wall, some level, some askew. The Christmas tree in the corner, clearly a live tree with a star on top, minimal lights and the always-present tinsel at the time. Christmas cards were regularly hung from string going wall to wall, and you can see Mr. Hurmuces received at least 19 cards that year. And the food. My word, the food. The drink. Something for every palate in this pic. Hurmuces was the co-owner of the highly successful National Cafe, in the old National Hotel, according to his niece, Gayle, who lives on Vancouver Island and who pays tribute to her uncle on her website, Eatinscanada.com. Hurmuces owned the cafe with another Vernon legend, Nick Alexis, as well as Tom (Curly) Pulos and Gus Haros from 1935-1963. Curly’s daughter Evinia (Pulos) Bruce wrote a letter to The Morning Star in 2004 explaining how the National Cafe had a chocolate factory in the back and a soda fountain up front, where such concoctions as the Graveyard Milkshakes ( a mix of every available flavour) and the Three Men In A Tub original sundaes were created and dished out. The National Cafe, said Bruce, was the “largest and most known restaurant in the block (2900-30th Avenue) all during the Second World War due to the thousands of soldiers training at the army camp on Mission Hill.” On Dec. 9, 2021, the highly popular Facebook page Vintage Vernon ran the exact same photo, courtesy of the museum. Gayle commented that her uncle Jeff was her best friend when she was a little girl. The same photo hangs in her home, she said. And a man named Ronald Smith commented that “Jeff was a real gentleman, and was always very kind and polite with my mother and me.” Smith also mentioned that he worked for Capitol Taxi as a kid and had many interactions with Curly Pulos.Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's annual Christmas message encourages Canadians to give thanks for "all that is good in the world" and check in on those who have not had an easy time this year. "As we reflect on the past year and look to the future, let us continue to show love and kindness — to ourselves and to those in need," Trudeau says in his pre-recorded message, released Tuesday at a time when his own political future remains uncertain. He also gave thanks to the brave members of the Canadian Armed Forces, first responders, essential workers and volunteers. The annual message comes during a vulnerable time in his leadership and as the Liberal leader is believed to be reflecting on his political future. In the week since Chrystia Freeland's sudden resignation from cabinet, as deputy prime minister and finance minister, calls for the prime minister to resign have echoed across the country. To date, have publicly called on Trudeau to go. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau looks on at the start of a cabinet swearing in ceremony for Dominic LeBlanc, not shown, as Finance Minister at Rideau Hall in Ottawa on Dec. 16. (Justin Tang/The Canadian Press) At a virtual meeting of the Ontario Liberal caucus on Saturday morning, more than 50 Liberal MPs came to a consensus that Trudeau needs to step down as party leader, multiple sources told CBC News. The prime minister has not addressed Canadians about the growing calls for him to step down or spoken publicly about Freeland's resignation. Trudeau stopped briefly to speak to reporters following a cabinet meeting on Friday. Offering that it was an "excellent" meeting, "almost entirely focused on the Canada-U.S. dynamic," Trudeau did not answer any questions about the future of his leadership. "We have a lot of work to do and that's what we're focused on," he said. suggests a widening lead for the Conservatives, comfortably ahead of the Liberals by more than double the points. Read the prime minister's full Christmas statement below. This message is also .

D ear Heloise: I wanted to write in concerning not using rugs and towels at animal shelters. I have to wonder what sort of “shelter” is being offered to dogs and cats where it gets so cold and wet that the cloth can freeze. Not to mention the possibility of the poor animal freezing to death! Are they saying these indoor animals are being kept outside? Or are their facilities not being properly heated and dry? This is shocking to me! I hope they can explain themselves. — Frank F., Ventura, California Frank, the letter was referring to feral cats and other outdoor animals. Shelter cats and dogs usually have a better situation than those that are born wild or mistreated by their owners. In my opinion, no animal should be kept outside in the winter if they have owners with a warm house. Sadly, there are too many abandoned cats and dogs that have no one to look after them, making their existence difficult and their lives short. Straw is the best solution to helping these animals stay warm, provided that there is plenty of straw to snuggle in for warmth inside of some type of enclosure. There are a variety of such houses for animals online, and most aren’t expensive. — Heloise Dear Heloise: I often use paper-towel rolls and toilet-paper rolls to keep artificial flower stems together. I also cut them lengthwise to put on gift-wrapping paper rolls. If the paper roll is too thin to keep a cardboard roll on, then I use a rubber band to secure the roll. Your readers have given me so much I can use. I thank you and thank them, too. — Jackie, Colorado Springs, Colorado Jackie, I like your cardboard roll ideas. Lately, I’ve received several letters stating that readers use the cardboard roll in paper towels and toilet paper to start a fire in their fireplace. Some also use a toilet roll of cardboard to gather a number of loose cords together. Others use a paper-towel roll to wrap tree lights around when putting them into storage. All of these are great ideas, as well. — Heloise Dear Heloise: Our glass pie plates wouldn’t get clean, so my husband had the successful idea to use a ceramic cooktop cleaner! The pie plates are sparkling now! — Connie B., Universal City, Texas Dear Heloise: My mom was never really happy with any gift I gave her. Since she relied on Social Security, money was tight, so I started to give her a goody box. I usually used an empty paper box and filled it with toiletries and products that I knew she used. I also included postage stamps and gift cards for car washes. She would love her goody box and looked forward to it every year. One year, my aunt was visiting from the old country at Christmas, so I made up a smaller box for her. I found out that she loved a certain brand of canned corn, so I included six cans. She was over the moon! It was also easy for me, as I would add things to the box all year long, making it easier on my time and budget. — Liz N., via email Send a money-saving or time-saving hint to Heloise@Heloise.com . Get local news delivered to your inbox!Even with technology taking over much of our day-to-day lives, board games still offer quality entertainment that can’t be beaten. Of course, the popular board games of today are a far cry from the games your parents grew up playing. Board games are perfect for encouraging your family to work together or for bringing your group of friends around the table for an evening. If you’d like to start up a weekly game night, let this helpful list of the most popular board games be your guide. Utter Nonsense Ages 8+ This game will have every player rolling in stitches with each ridiculous phrase that’s uttered. Combine crazy accents and hilarious phrases to impress the Nonsense Judge and win the round. The player with the highest number of wins ultimately wins the game, but the true fun of this card game is listening to your fellow players trying to say some of the most entertaining phrases of all time. This game is perfect for game nights or parties. Speak Out Ages 8+ This hilarious game is perfect if you have teenagers or are hosting a party with all adults. To play, you insert a mouthpiece that alters the sound of your speech, making every word sound silly. Set the timer and read one of the phrases on the cards and try to help your teammate guess what you’re saying. Speak Out easily provides hours of fun that even grandparents will love. Escape Room in a Box Ages 13+ What’s the next best thing to trying to break out of a room? Escape Room in a Box, of course. This thrilling, immersive game involves solving 2D and 3D puzzles in order to prevent a mad scientist from turning you and your friends or family into werewolves. Work together to escape your fate and use Amazon Alexa to enhance the experience. Codenames Ages 14+ This fun strategy game is perfect for anyone with teenagers. Form two teams and select a spymaster on each team. Using clues, spymasters try to help their teammates find all 25 of the agents they’re in contact with, hopefully without selecting the other team’s agents or running into the deadly assassin. This innovative game offers a challenging and rewarding time working together. ​​​​​​​Harry Potter Clue Ages 9+ Excite your kids on game night with this modern twist on a classic. Play as six recognizable Hogwarts characters — Harry, Hermione, Ron, Luna, Ginny or Neville — to solve the mystery behind a fellow student’s disappearance. It’s up to you to figure out who attacked the student, what bewitching spell they used and where it occurred. Watch out for the Dark Mark, moving staircases and secret passages as you travel along in this magical family game. ​​​​​​​Pandemic Ages 8+ If you’ve ever wanted to save humanity from a deadly outbreak, you’ll love spending an hour playing Pandemic. You and your teammates must fight to contain four deadly diseases threatening the human race. Players must learn to work with their teammates to control outbreak hotspots and treat diseases. Win the game by curing all diseases without wiping out humanity first. ​​​​​​​ Catan Ages 10+ This tactical 60-minute game will push your imagination to its limits as you embark on a journey across Catan. Acquire crucial resources as you travel, build roads, buildings, and cities, and be wary of the ruthless robber and other players halting you on your own road. Through careful trading and clever decisions, you can lead your travelers to victory in this role-playing game of limitless possibilities. Play again and again. Every game is different. Ticket to Ride Ages 8+ Train lovers will enjoy this innovative board game which has won numerous awards. This cross-country train adventure game mimics the concept of traveling around the world in 80 days. Collect train cars and claim railways across the country. Players earn the most points by establishing long train routes and connecting distant cities. Each game takes roughly 30 to 40 minutes to complete, and every adventure is different. ​​​​​​​5 Second Rule Ages 10+ This quick-paced game gives each player five seconds to name items on a certain topic. Although the topics are objectively easy —“Name 3 Mountains,” “Name 3 Types of Hats” or “Name 3 Super Heroes,” the pressure of the time crunch is likely to put you on edge. Race the clock and remain composed to win this game. You can even make up your own topics if you prefer. Half the fun is just hearing what other people blurt out, whether it’s relevant to the topic or not. Prices listed reflect time and date of publication and are subject to change. Check out our Daily Deals for the best products at the best prices and sign up here to receive the BestReviews weekly newsletter full of shopping inspo and sales. BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. BestReviews and its newspaper partners may earn a commission if you purchase a product through one of our links.

AP News Summary at 5:21 p.m. ESTI’ll always remember Dr Manmohan Singh as a great and noble soulf-777 seven seas 1 hour 。

Mayfield says streaking Bucs will have to play even better down the stretch to return to playoffsNewly-elected Independent, women injured in fire during victory celebrations

Eagles vs. Rams Player Prop for Sunday Night Football: Kobie Turner Tackles Total - The Action NetworkHarry and Meghan’s polo docuseries to highlight ‘grit behind the glamour’

Pelangio Exploration (CVE:PX) Sets New 1-Year High – Still a Buy?A recent report by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has revealed that 65% of Nigerian households relied on traditional cooking methods, with the three-stone cookstove being the most commonly used. The findings were highlighted in the Nigeria General Household Survey-Panel (Wave 5) 2023/2024 report. “The most common cookstove type used in the country is the three-stone/open fire, with 65.0 percent of households relying on this traditional cooking method,” the report noted. The NBS report outlined stark differences between rural and urban areas. Traditional cooking methods were predominantly used in rural areas, with 78.8% of households relying on the three-stone cookstove. The practice was even more widespread in certain regions, such as the North Central (72.1%), North East (82.4%), North West (85.7%), and South East (61.3%) zones. Conversely, urban areas were seeing a noticeable shift toward modern cooking technologies, with 49% of households using liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) or natural gas. The South West zone led in adopting modern cooking technologies, with 51% of households opting for LPG or natural gas. The report also highlighted the preferred locations for cooking across Nigeria. Slightly more than half (51.2%) of households using traditional cookstoves prefer outdoor cooking, while 37.9% cook indoors but outside the sleeping area. Only 1.8% of households use their cookstoves in sleeping areas. Geographical patterns also played a role. Households in the North East (59%) and North West (50.5%) zones were more likely to cook indoors, while those in the North Central (60.7%) and southern zones predominantly cooked outdoors or in separate buildings. This trend was consistent across urban (46.2%) and rural (52.6%) areas. Wood remained the most-used cooking fuel in Nigeria, reported by 70.2% of households, followed by LPG at 23.2%. The reliance on wood was especially pronounced in the North East (93.4%) and North West (84.8%) zones. In contrast, southern regions were more inclined toward LPG usage, with 35.3% of households in the South South and 51.7% in the South West using the modern cooking fuel. The urban-rural divide was also evident, with urban households showing stronger reliance on LPG (50.5%), while rural households overwhelmingly use wood (83.8%).

Revealed: Home Office ‘completely lost grip’ at notorious Manston asylum centre

Noodles and wine are the secret ingredients for a strange new twist in China's doping sagaI grew up in eastern Oregon, in the middle of nowhere, so I did welding and many other mechanical things. I was a jet engine mechanic in the Air Force and spent my primary career in technology. I worked for a handful of Silicon Valley companies as a director of technical marketing. One day, I was getting my haircut in Searcy, Arkansas. These old guys were talking about the missile silos that were around Arkansas. I had never heard about these places that housed nuclear missiles, so I started researching. Probably 20% of my interest was in the doomsday prepper aspect or the idea of preparing to survive in the case of a catastrophe. I'm not a full doomsday prepper, but I like the idea of being prepared for the unknown, including having food storage and some survival skills. If you talk to the hardcore preppers, which I'm not, missile silos are not that great, depending on what you think is the worst-case scenario. If it's a Walking-Dead-style apocalypse, you don't want to be in a missile silo because then you're trapped inside. Another 30% of my interest was in the modern archaeology aspect of owning something like this. I really wanted to dig it up and see what was in there. Initially, I intended to make it a house for my family. Lastly, I was interested in owning a missile silo because it's just kick ass. The place has 7,000-pound doors. Its three floors are made out of a steel structure nicknamed "the birdcage." It's on eight springs and actually hangs from the ceiling. And the reason is if it gets hit by a bomb, it allows the structure to shake to try to preserve the equipment and the people inside. Thanks to the rattle space or the gap between the floors and walls, I can put my back against the wall and push the structure to get it to move. I found my missile silo, called Titan II, online. I started talking to the previous owner in January of 2010, and by August, I owned it. Titan II was denuclearized after the US and Russia signed a 1979 treaty to limit each country's nuclear weapons. The US disarmed Titan II as part of that negotiation, called the Strategic Arms Limitation Talks II or SALT II. They had to destroy the silo in very specific ways. They actually had to blow up the top of the structure and fill it in. So it was an underground structure, but completely buried. I bought the nine-acre site in Vilonia, Arkansas, for $90,000, which was about a $30,000 premium over the land's value alone. There were three main components. There's the silo itself, a 57-foot diameter structure or basically a 15-story building, which sits underground at 150 feet deep. Then there's a long tunnel connecting the silo to the center area that's 35 feet underground. The last part of it is the launch control center, which goes as deep as 50 feet underground. Some people look at an old house and think, "There's no way I want to rebuild that." I liked the challenge. I knew we could build a pretty cool place. It just took a whole lot more money and time than I anticipated. I finally got money and time together in October 2010. I rented a large bulldozer and an excavator, and then we started digging. The whole facility was full of water. We could see water pouring out on top of us, so we had to figure out how to open the front door of the control center without dying. When the door popped open, a huge wave came over us. It was scary. There were other challenges. The place had asbestos and methane gas at the top of the control center, where the crew quarters were. I recorded videos of the whole process, and you can actually hear my voice change because of the methane in the air. I had much more time than I did money. It's not that I didn't have the money to do it, but when you get the money, how do you prioritize using it? Do you throw it in a hole in the ground or spend it on a vacation for your family? Or upgrade the current home you live in? I had to make many of those decisions over the 10-year renovation period. After spending $800,000, we're probably netting $80,000 a year in revenue from the place now that I rent it out on Airbnb. People ask what the hardest part about doing this was, and it has nothing to do with the work. It's the mental side. You're spending money on a hole in the ground, and you have nothing to show for it. It ended well for me, but the average person shouldn't do it. It's not a great way to spend time or money. We still live on the property, but we never moved in full-time. We'd spend some nights as a family there, either for fun or as a shelter from big tornadoes. There are no walls and doors, so there's no real primary bedroom. The top floor has a king bed, a large, open shower, and a free-standing bathtub. The middle floor has two queen beds that we can move to make more space. Then, the kitchen and the living room are on the bottom floor, which also doubles as a dance floor and can turn into a club. We host anything on the property, including meetings. If it's semi-legal and people want to do it there and pay for it, we're fine with it. The first booking we got was in November 2020. It was a couple coming for their honeymoon, but they got a little too intoxicated at their wedding to make the trip. They sent their best man instead. Our initial rate was $275 per night with a $75 cleaning fee. Since then, we've raised prices a few times, so now we're in the $400-$700 range for a one-night stay, depending on whether it's a weekday or a weekend. COVID was obviously still going on when we started to list it, and I marketed the silo as the ultimate social distancing. There was this YouTube couple, Kara and Nate, with like 3 million subscribers, who came to stay in 2021. They were travel influencers who started doing van life during the pandemic. I would say 70% of our bookings for the next year came through the video they made about their stay. Today, I would've paid an influencer couple like that $5,000 to stay for that kind of exposure. With them, it was just a coincidence. I once intentionally locked a woman in there for 10 days straight. In 2021, an author named Lynne Peeples called me and said, "I'm doing a book on circadian rhythm, and I need a place that has absolutely no indication of time whatsoever." She wanted to see what would happen to her sleep cycle. Before her arrival, I had to ensure everything that told the time was covered; even the Netflix account couldn't show the time. We've had acrobats down there for a charity event. We've had bands perform. We've had birthday parties and even some swingers. I'm a pretty open guy. Just treat each other and the place well. The only thing we haven't had yet is a wedding. And a lot of the reason for that is because of the stairs. It's five flights down, and typically, everybody's got at least one older relative in attendance. It's been a pretty terrible investment, any way you look at it, but it's become more than that. It's now part of my identity. Read the original article on

Labour Government's welfare cuts branded ‘vile and out of touch’ by Scottish partiesT hroughout history, humans have been consistently creative and inventive. We’ve found ways to solve problems to make life easier and more enjoyable. While this is typically positive, we also learn that creative inventions can also lead to unforeseen problems. Innovation never stops, and with the help of science, technology, and human creativity it allows us to create solutions. Think about electric cars. The world has become increasingly aware of the harmful effect the combustion engine has on the environment. For years, car companies have been experimenting and developing new technologies to enable fully electric engines. Thanks to years of research and development, electric cars are now a common sight to see on roads. Increasingly, we’re finding ways to power our lives which do less harm to the environment than traditional methods of power generation. We still need to drive cars, but we had to develop a more sustainable way to do it. Energy-saving lightbulb which utilized lead was developed and were much more energy efficient than traditional filament bulbs. So, people still had access to electric light, but with reduced environmental impact. This is an example of an idea known as harm-reduction. Rather than abandoning the technology because of the harm it causes, harm reduction accepts that innovation needs reviewing and improving, and that there are often better ways to do the same things, which keep the desired effects while minimizing the unintended negatives. Harm reduction also applies to tobacco. It’s obviously best that nobody smokes and that those who do smoke, quit. Nevertheless, huge numbers of people aren’t doing so. Science and technology have provided a better alternative to continued smoking. Devices such as e-cigarettes and tobacco heating systems are designed to deliver nicotine, but without the burning that takes place while smoking cigarettes. How does this reduce harm? It is the smoke produced from burning that contains the high levels of harmful and potentially harmful chemicals associated with smoking related disease. By eliminating combustion, and therefore smoke, scientifically substantiated alternatives can significantly reduce the average levels of harmful chemicals compared to cigarettes. This does not make them risk-free and they provide nicotine which is addictive. However, they offer the potential to be much better alternatives for adults who would otherwise continue to smoke. Harm reduction techniques are all around us in countless ways, and the drive to do better has served us well in the past. There’s no reason we shouldn’t keep trying to find better alternatives and embrace technologies that do less harm. Sponsored by Philip Morris Management Services (Middle East) Limited

3-4-2-1: Manchester United predicted XI vs Ipswich, Amorim starts Amad but leaves out 20-year-old star

Fifty years ago this month I moved to Sacramento and a few months later, just after Jerry Brown became governor, began covering politics for the long-defunct Sacramento Union newspaper. I have lived in five different homes — soon to be six — and my workplaces have always been in downtown Sacramento, near the Capitol. That experience, plus research for my 1985 book on California megatrends, forms the background of some observations about the Sacramento region’s evolution. So here goes: In 1974 the six-county region (Sacramento, Yolo, Yuba, Placer, Sutter and El Dorado) was home to barely a million people. However it was on the cusp of explosive growth, as was the entire state, thanks to a wave of migration and a baby boom. Today the region has about 2.5 million residents, making it the nation’s 28th largest metropolitan region, equal to the Las Vegas and Austin, Texas areas. Much of the growth has been in Sacramento’s suburbs, so the city now contains just a fifth of the region’s population and has ceased to be its economic center, while jobs and businesses have flourished in the suburbs. As the local economy evolved from state and federal government employment — including four large military bases — into technology and other fields, voters had two opportunities to merge the city with what were mostly unincorporated communities in Sacramento County. Merger would have made Sacramento the nation’s seventh or eighth largest city, with the economic and cultural clout that comes with size. But voters rejected both proposals, one in 1974, the other in 1990, and several suburbs incorporated into cities. The consolidation failures reflected historic economic and political conflicts between the city and its suburbs which today still undermine cooperative policymaking and are visible in chaotic responses to the ever-growing homelessness crisis and the perpetual wrangling over transportation issues. Glen Sparrow, who headed the 1974 consolidation effort, later blamed Sacramento’s “civic gentry” — its long-dominant families — for torpedoing its passage because they didn’t want Sacramento to grow. The 1990 effort died because suburban voters saw city officials as incompetent ideologues, while Sacramento’s dominant Democrats feared that suburban Republicans would take control. The failures blocked the city from controlling development outside its borders, and its downtown commercial district, once full of department stores, withered. It regained some momentum after the Sacramento Kings downtown basketball arena opened in 2016. But the proliferation of homeless encampments, a fatal gang shootout, a violent demonstration and the pandemic, which emptied state offices, erased much of that progress. Meanwhile city government has become a model of dysfunction, with officials squabbling over mundane issues, chronic budget deficits and ceaseless conflicts with the county government, particularly over homelessness. The lack of cohesion means that Sacramento has flubbed opportunities to gain status among metro regions. Two examples involve its unique positioning at the juncture of two major rivers, the Sacramento and the American. Local officials blocked a canal that would have connected the Sacramento River to the channel that carries ocean-going ships to a Yolo County port and its lake, thereby missing an opportunity for spectacular waterfront development a la Southern California’s Marina del Rey. While the city is redeveloping an old railyard adjacent to downtown, it could have done something truly special by redirecting some American River water through canals, emulating San Antonio’s famous Riverwalk. A third is a failure to fully capitalize on the closure of McClellan Air Force Base in the 1990s. While the base has undergone a workable conversion to civilian use, its unique facilities also could have become another campus of the California Polytechnic State University, fueling off-campus technology businesses. Regions prosper when they have united and visionary leadership — such as North Carolina’s Research Triangle. Sacramento lacks that vision.Best Medical Billing Company in 2025

Tyrese Haliburton scored 31 points and the Indiana Pacers rebounded from a 37-point loss to Boston two nights earlier by beating the Celtics 123-114 on Sunday night in the rematch. Andrew Nembhard, who returned after missing Friday’s game with tendinitis in his left knee, added 17 points, eight rebounds and eight assists for the Pacers. Pascal Siakam chipped in with 17 points and Bennedict Mathurin had 14. Jaylen Brown led Boston with 31 points and six assists. Jayson Tatum had 22 points, nine boards and six assists. Payton Pritchard added 21 points and Derrick White scored 17. The Celtics lost their sixth game at home already this season. Last season, they went 37-4 at TD Garden during the regular season and 9-2 in the playoffs en route to the NBA championship. Pacers: Coming off a blowout loss, coach Rick Carlisle wanted to see his team respond by getting off to a physical start. The Pacers went inside instead of setting for jumpers and outscored Boston 66-48 in the paint to make up for the loss of injured forward Obi Toppin (sprained left ankle). Celtics: After coasting to the lopsided win on Friday when they hit 23 3-pointers, they followed that by going only 16 of 54 from beyond the arc while missing starters Jrue Holiday (shoulder injury) and Kristaps Porzingis (sprained left ankle). The Celtics had whittled an 11-point deficit to 105-103 on Tatum’s three-point play with 7:38 to play before the Pacers scored the next 13 points over nearly two minutes to take control. Indiana made 22 free throws to just 16 for Boston. The Pacers host the Bucks on Tuesday afternoon, and the Celtics are at home against the Raptors the same day.

he secured a hard-fought 30-27 victory over the on Sunday afternoon, relying on late-game heroics to escape with their 10th win of the season. Young, Hubbard shine for Carolina Coming off a rare loss in Buffalo last week, the Chiefs (10-1) appeared poised to control the game, leading by 11 points at halftime after connected with Noah Gray for two touchdowns. However, the Panthers, led by a resurgent , staged a second-half comeback that nearly stunned the defending Super Bowl champions. Young, who reclaimed the starting role after being benched earlier this season, had his most impressive performance of the year. He threw for 262 yards and a touchdown, leading two crucial touchdown drives in the second half. A pass interference call against Chiefs safety helped set up a late 1-yard touchdown by . Hubbard also converted a two-point attempt that tied the game at 27 with under two minutes to play. Chiefs escape Charlotte with last-second win When it mattered most, delivered. The two-time MVP swiftly guided Kansas City downfield with quick passes and a 33-yard scramble that placed the Chiefs within field goal range. Kicker stepping in for the injured Harrison Butker, nailed a 31-yard field goal as time expired to seal the win. Mahomes finished the day with 269 passing yards and three touchdowns, adding 60 yards on the ground. Tight end emerged as a key target, recording 66 yards and two touchdowns on four receptions. For the Panthers, the close loss showcased Young's potential as a franchise quarterback. The 2023 No. 1 overall pick delivered his second career game surpassing 200 passing yards, providing hope for a team still searching for its footing. The now turn their attention to a divisional matchup against the on Friday, Nov. 29, while the host the in Week 13.Ranbir Kapoor, Neetu Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor Khan among others grace Aadar Jain and Alekha Advani's roka ceremony in styleFrom US to UK to Germany, Elon Musk cosies up to the right wing

Pure Storage and Kioxia Collaborate to Drive Scalability, Efficiency, and Performance in Hyperscale Data Centerss.o.g777 。

NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — The Chicago Blackhawks recalled top prospect Frank Nazar from the minor leagues on Friday. Chicago also placed defenseman Alec Martinez on injured reserve, retroactive to Dec. 7. Martinez, who signed a $4 million, one-year contract with the Blackhawks in free agency, has a neck injury. The 20-year-old Nazar had 11 goals and 13 assists in 21 games with Rockford of the American Hockey League. He said he tried not to think about a possible promotion while he was playing with the IceHogs. “Just play my game, focus on myself and obviously help the team win, best I could do, and let the rest come,” he said. The move reunites Nazar with Anders Sorensen, who was coaching Rockford before he got the interim job with Chicago when Luke Richardson was fired on Dec 5. “It's definitely really nice just to have someone that I know and trust and have a good relationship with,” Nazar said. “I know that he's going to give good feedback and everything like that, and just help out in areas where I need it.” Nazar was selected by Chicago with the No. 13 pick in the 2022 draft. After starring for the University of Michigan, the forward agreed to a three-year contract with the Blackhawks in April. Nazar skated in three games with Chicago at the end of last season, scoring on his first shot on goal in his NHL debut on April 14 against Carolina. Story continues below video The Blackhawks were active in free agency, so they had Nazar begin the season with Rockford to continue with his development. But he made a strong case to rejoin the NHL team with his fast start in the minors. “Frank’s played very well,” general manager Kyle Davidson said last week when asked about Nazar being promoted. “He’s been a real bright spot for us and his performance has been really exciting.” Chicago (9-18-2) has dropped six of seven going into Saturday's game at New Jersey. It begins a three-game homestand on Sunday against the New York Islanders. Nazar is expected to skate on a line with Taylor Hall and Tyler Bertuzzi against the Devils. Sorensen said his advice for Nazar is to trust his instincts. “He's been playing real well down there,” Sorensen said. “He can drive a puck and just kind of play his game, right? And then as we go, after the game we'll talk more.” AP NHL: https://apnews.com/hub/nhlThese new Texas laws go into effect in 2025Bill Clinton hospitalized for "testing and observation" after developing fever

Gettman kicks go-ahead FG as Villanova ends Delaware's FCS-era with a 38-28 win in finaleAI-generated deepfake videos are a rapidly growing security concern, with recent reports showing 75 percent of organisations have experienced at least one deepfake-related incident within the last 12 months. Digital PR Agency , which represents the types of sectors that might be affected, has provided some advice to Digital Journal on how to spot deepfake videos. Verify the source and context Fake news spread more rapidly than true news on X (previously Twitter), a concerning trend given that nearly 30 percent of Americans rely on social media as a regular news source. Always examine the credibility of the sources behind the content you consume. Is this information coming from a reputable news outlet or a verified official account? If the source is unfamiliar or looks dubious, cross-check the content’s authenticity using reliable news organisations or fact-checking platforms like Google Fact Check Tools. Misinformation often plays on emotional triggers like fear, anger, or outrage to cloud your judgement. When you encounter content that provokes strong emotions, pause and re-assess to ensure you are not being used as a pawn in someone’s game. Observe facial expressions and movements Deepfakes often falter when trying to replicate the intricate details of facial expressions and natural movements. Key areas to scrutinise include microexpressions around the eyes and mouth. Look out for unnatural blinking patterns, disjointed eye movements, or jerky head motions, and check whether the facial expressions align with the conveyed emotions. Details like the uniformity of teeth, hair texture, and facial structure can also reveal deepfakes. A key giveaway is the shape of the face and ears – deepfakes often have slightly off measurements in these areas, with ears being particularly difficult to replicate. Pausing the video and examining the facial features can help you spot these irregularities. Use reverse image and video search tools Leverage reverse image and video search tools to trace the origins of visual content. Uploading an image to Google Reverse Image Search can help identify if it’s AI-generated, manipulated, or being used out of context. For videos, tools like InVID can dissect footage and check for any modifications or previous appearances. These searches allow you to find other copies of the image online, helping you verify its authenticity and uncover potential misuses. Look for digital artefacts and inconsistencies Deepfakes often reveal themselves through subtle digital flaws like blurriness or unnatural pixelation, especially around the edges of faces or objects. Pay attention to inconsistencies in lighting, shadows, reflections, or even an extra finger, that might indicate manipulation. Check for audio-visual synchronisation Spotting a deepfake often comes down to watching the lips closely. Our mouths form specific shapes when pronouncing certain letters, and these movements are tricky for AI to replicate accurately – nearly a third of deepfake videos struggle to match sounds like M, B and P. Dr. Tim Sandle is Digital Journal's Editor-at-Large for science news.Tim specializes in science, technology, environmental, business, and health journalism. He is additionally a practising microbiologist; and an author. He is also interested in history, politics and current affairs.

Topical topics in 2024

Teachers at top academy in Hackney ‘screamed at’ and humiliated pupils, say angry parentsHow the legendary Marta inspires NWSL players while searching for an elusive championship with Orlando PrideResults of a non-binding vote on the proposed Grassy Mountain coal mine in Crowsnest Pass were announced Monday, with more than 71 per cent of voters supporting the project. About 54 per cent of eligible voters participated in the plebiscite, which was held to gauge community sentiment specifically on metallurgical coal mining by Northback Holdings Corp. The ballot posed the question, “Do you support the development and operations of the metallurgical coal mine at Grassy Mountain?” An advance poll was conducted on Nov. 19, followed by the primary voting day on Monday. The results showed 71.7 per cent of voters in favour of the project, while 28.3 per cent opposed it. Crowsnest Pass Mayor Blair Painter expressed satisfaction with the strong voter turnout and called the result a “real strong message” from the community. “I’m very pleased that we had over 53 per cent of the eligible voters turn out to vote on this subject,” Painter told Shootin’ the Breeze. “This sends a very strong message to our council that our community is in favour of ethical metallurgical coal mining in our area.” Painter emphasized the importance of understanding community preferences regarding a project that could affect housing, infrastructure and employment in the region. “We are the community that this mine primarily will draw from. Therefore, it is important that we need to know where our community stands and they have told us,” he said. However, he acknowledged that the municipal council’s role is limited to advocacy and that the ultimate decision on the proposed mine is not in their hands. “We are not the decision-maker on this project; we are only one of the stakeholders,” he noted, adding that council will move forward and continue to advocate. The Grassy Mountain coal mine project has been the subject of significant debate. On Sept. 10, Crowsnest Pass council passed a motion to conduct a non-binding vote, seeking input from residents on their support for the development and operations of the proposed mine. Since then, a long-standing debate has grown heated at times regarding the consequences of mining. Supporters have cited its potential to drive economic growth and create jobs, while critics have voiced concerns over environmental risks, such as selenium contamination and air quality issues due to dust generation. Painter acknowledged these concerns, stating, “Clean water is very important. We get that. Now you must also remember that the area of this mine site, Grassy Mountain, is not pristine mountaintops. It’s previously mined land with no reclamation.” He added that mining operations have made strides in addressing environmental concerns, citing global investments in clean-water technology by other mining companies. “Our mining neighbours to the west of us, Glencore, is spending billions of dollars on clean water technology. They are leaders globally in clean water,” he said. The mayor clarified that council’s next steps would involve internal deliberations, with no influence over the regulatory process or the mining company’s decisions. “We cannot control what they are going to do. They’re bound by the rules and regulations of our country. We cannot influence that,” he said. Northback Holdings, the company behind the Grassy Mountain project, welcomed the vote’s outcome, calling it a step forward for “responsible resource development.” In a statement issued on social media, the company expressed gratitude for the community’s support and reiterated its commitment to balancing economic growth with environmental stewardship. “Exciting news from Crowsnest Pass! Residents have voted in favour of the Grassy Mountain project! Thank you for your overwhelming support for responsible resource development and economic growth,” the company said. “Together, we’re creating well-paying jobs and a brighter future for the region. At Northback, we are committed to modern mining practices that protect the environment while revitalizing the local economy. Let’s move forward together!” Northback representatives were unavailable to comment on the voting results.

TUCSON, Ariz. — A former Secret Service agent pleaded guilty last week to stealing cryptocurrency out of an evidence vault in Arizona. Anthony J. Evans, 32, of Tucson admitted that while working for the federal agency in Phoenix, he accessed cryptocurrency on a wallet in the agency's vault and transferred about $56,000 to two wallets Evans controlled. VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: Un ex agente del Servicio Secreto se declara culpable de robar criptomonedas de una bóveda en Arizona The defendant converted most of the cryptocurrency to dollars and used the money for personal expenses, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office of Arizona. Evans faces up to a year in prison when he is sentenced in court on Feb. 19, 2025. He will also be expected to pay restitution. In addition to providing security to the president and vice president, Secret Service agents are also responsible for safeguarding the country's financial systems. RELATED: Man pretending to be Uber driver steals thousands in cryptocurrency, police say RELATED: DPS explains how 'well-trained criminal ring' used technology to steal 22 cars in the Valley Watch 12News for free You can now watch 12News content anytime, anywhere thanks to the 12+ app! The free 12+ app from 12News lets users stream live events — including daily newscasts like "Today in AZ" and "12 News" and our daily lifestyle program, "Arizona Midday"—on Roku, Apple TV and Amazon Fire TV . 12+ showcases live video throughout the day for breaking news, local news, weather and even an occasional moment of Zen showcasing breathtaking sights from across Arizona. Users can also watch on-demand videos of top stories, local politics, I-Team investigations, Arizona-specific features and vintage videos from the 12News archives. Roku : Add the channel from the Roku store or by searching for "12 News KPNX." Amazon Fire TV : Search for "12 News KPNX" to find the free 12+ app to add to your account , or have the 12+ app delivered directly to your Amazon Fire TV through Amazon.com or the Amazon app.Planetarium Labs Launches Immortal Rising 2 Path of Ascension Play 2 Airdrop Pre-Registration at YGG Play Summit