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FILE PHOTO: Art Cashin, Director of Floor Operations at UBS, works on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, (NYSE) in New York, U.S., November 30, 2017. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid/File Photo NEW YORK - Art Cashin, a renowned market pundit and the UBS director of floor operations at the New York Stock Exchange, has died at the age of 83, UBS said. Cashin, once dubbed "Wall Street's version of Walter Cronkite" by The Washington Post, was a regular on CNBC, delivering stock market commentary and analysis to the business news channel's viewers for more than 25 years. His Wall Street career spanned more than six decades. "It is with a heavy heart that I inform you of the passing of Arthur Cashin, Jr., a true giant in our industry," Bill Carroll, head of sales and development at UBS Wealth Management USA, said in a memo sent to employees on Monday. The memo did not say when he had died or give details about the circumstances. In addition to his role at UBS, Cashin was renowned for his daily newsletter, Cashin's Comments, which was published for over 25 years with a daily circulation of more than 100,000 readers. He was also a regular on CNBC's "Art Cashin on the Markets," a segment airing several times a week over more than two decades. "It's fair to say that over this time, Art Cashin became a household name for investors across the country, who benefited from his savvy insight on the markets, good humor and wit," the memo said. Arthur D. Cashin was born in Jersey City, New Jersey, in 1941, according to CNBC. He began his business career at Thomson McKinnon in 1959 and in 1964, at age 23, he became a member of the NYSE and a partner of P.R. Herzig & Co. In 1980, Cashin joined investment bank PaineWebber and managed their floor operation. PaineWebber was acquired by UBS in 2000. At that time, the NYSE floor was the hub for the vast majority of trading activity in the United States. His newsletter, which combined market analysis with trivia, historical tidbits and even recipes, often generated a buzz in Wall Street's trading rooms and on the NYSE floor. "The day Cashin's Commentary was released was always a landmark on the Street," said Art Hogan, market strategist at Baird Wealth Management, who got to know Cashin during the several decades they worked on Wall Street together. One recipe regularly featured was for "White Castle burger stuffing", which he usually sent ahead of Thanksgiving, Hogan recalled. Its ingredients? The bun and patty from a hamburger bought from budget restaurant chain White Castle. Cashin was also a regular at Bobby Van's Steakhouse in Manhattan, where for decades he and a group of friends would gather to tell stories and discuss markets. His usual drink was a Dewar's on ice, and the restaurant would have his first ready for him within five minutes of the closing bell ringing. "Every time I'd be in New York, I'd be sure to be at Bobby Van's right when the markets closed," said Julie Werner, an individual investor in the Atlanta area, who first met Cashin back in the mid-1990s when she was taking classes at the NYSE. "They'd have his drink ready and waiting for him at his own seat." Cashin was one of three senior executive floor governors and also served as a member of the Bond Club of New York. He also chaired the NYSE Fallen Heroes Fund, which assists families of first responders killed in the line of duty. CNBC did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment. Cashin's family could not be reached for comment. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you. Read 3 articles and stand to win rewards Spin the wheel now

Democrat Bob Casey concedes to Republican David McCormick in Pennsylvania Senate contestUCF will attempt to shake off a dreadful offensive performance when it collides with LSU on Sunday afternoon in the third-place game of the Greenbrier Tip-Off in White Sulphur Springs, W.Va. The Knights (4-1) couldn't get anything going against No. 19 Wisconsin on Friday, going 21-for-62 from the field (33.9 percent) and just 2-for-17 from 3-point range (11.8 percent) en route to an 86-70 loss. Jordan Ivy-Curry finished with 13 points while Keyshawn Hall and Dior Johnson added 11 apiece for UCF, which never led and fell behind by as many as 23. Knights coach Johnny Dawkins is hoping that his team's struggles don't carry over into the meeting with the Tigers (4-1). "We have to do better offensively," Dawkins said. "We have to space the floor better. We have to balance our offense between our perimeter and our bigs. Those are things that we didn't do consistently (on Friday)." LSU also needs to clean things up after committing 15 turnovers in a 74-63 setback against Pitt on Friday. Tigers forward Jalen Reed doesn't believe giving the ball away will be a lingering issue. "I feel like a lot of our turnovers were more on us than them," Reed said. "I feel like a lot of the turnovers were careless, but we're a better team than that and I feel like we'll take care of the ball better moving forward." Reed and Vyctorius Miller each posted 14 points in the loss to the Panthers, with Reed also hauling in seven rebounds. Cam Carter chipped in 11 points. Carter is putting up a team-leading 16.4 points per game. Jordan Sears (12.0 points per game), Reed (11.0) and Miller (10.2) also have scoring averages in double figures. Ivy-Curry (16.8 points per game), Hall (16.2) and Darius Johnson (13.0) have been leading the way for UCF. Sunday marks the first-ever meeting between the Knights and Tigers. --Field Level Media

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7 jili Prince Andrew has insisted he "ceased all contact" with a businessman accused of being a Chinese spy after concerns were raised with him by the UK government. The Duke of York's office has released a statement saying he had cut ties following "advice" from officials. The statement also makes clear the pair had never discussed anything of a "sensitive nature". It says: "The Duke of York followed advice from HMG (His Majesty's Government) and ceased all contact with the individual after concerns were raised. "The duke met the individual through official channels, with nothing of a sensitive nature ever discussed. He is unable to comment further on matters relating to national security." It marks the first public comment from Andrew since it emerged his alleged " close confidant" had been barred from entering the UK because of national security risks. An immigration tribunal upheld the decision on Thursday (December 12) to bar the businessman entry to the UK in a ruling which revealed the Chinese national had developed such a close relationship with Andrew that he was invited to the prince’s birthday party. British government officials were concerned the man could have misused his influence because the prince was under "considerable pressure" at the time, according to the ruling. Authorities believe the man, whose name hasn't been released, was working on behalf of the United Front Work Department, an arm of the Chinese Communist Party which is used to influence foreign entities. The Government found the businessman "was in a position to generate relationships between senior Chinese officials and prominent UK figures which could be leveraged for political interference purposes by the Chinese State", according to the tribunal's decision. King Charles 's younger brother has been repeatedly criticised for his links to wealthy foreigners, raising concerns such individuals are trying to buy access to the Royal Family . Andrew’s finances have been squeezed in recent years after he was forced to step away from royal duties and give up public funding amid concerns about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, the American financier and convicted pedophile who committed suicide in prison in 2019. The Chinese national covered by this week’s ruling was described as a man who worked as a junior civil servant in China before he came to the UK as a student in 2002. He gained a master’s degree in public administration and public policy at the University of York before starting a business that advises UK-based companies on their operations in China. The man, 50, was granted the right to live and work in the UK for an indefinite period in 2013. Although he didn’t make Britain his permanent home, the man told authorities he spent one to two weeks a month in the country and considered it his second home. He was stopped while entering the UK on November 6, 2021, and ordered to surrender his mobile phone and other digital devices on which authorities found a letter from a senior adviser to Andrew confirming that he was authorised to act on behalf of the prince in relation to potential partners and investors in China. The letter and other documents highlight the strength of the relationship between Andrew, his adviser and the Chinese national. The adviser wrote: "I also hope that it is clear to you where you sit with my principal and indeed his family. "You should never underestimate the strength of that relationship. Outside of his closest internal confidants, you sit at the very top of a tree that many, many people would like to be on." The letter details how they had found a way to work around former private secretaries to the prince and other people who weren’t completely trusted. It added that a way was found to get "the relevant people unnoticed in and out of the house in Windsor" where Andrew lives, meaning Royal Lodge.Google on Wednesday announced the launch of Gemini 2.0, its most advanced artificial intelligence model to date, as the world's tech giants race to take the lead in the fast developing technology. CEO Sundar Pichai said the new model would mark what the company calls "a new agentic era" in AI development, with AI models designed to understand and make decisions about the world around you. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings. Success! An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. Error! There was an error processing your request. Get the latest need-to-know information delivered to your inbox as it happens. Our flagship newsletter. Get our front page stories each morning as well as the latest updates each afternoon during the week + more in-depth weekend editions on Saturdays & Sundays.

Skier Lindsey Vonn looks on after a training run at Copper Mountain Ski Resort in Copper Mountain, Colo., Friday, Dec. 6, 2024. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey) Skier Lindsey Vonn takes a training run at Copper Mountain Ski Resort in Copper Mountain, Colo., Friday, Dec. 6, 2024. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey) Skier Lindsey Vonn takes a training run at Copper Mountain Ski Resort in Copper Mountain, Colo., Friday, Dec. 6, 2024. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey) Skier Lindsey Vonn reacts after a training run at Copper Mountain Ski Resort in Copper Mountain, Colo., Friday, Dec. 6, 2024. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey) Skier Lindsey Vonn takes a drink after a training run at Copper Mountain Ski Resort in Copper Mountain, Colo., Friday, Dec. 6, 2024. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey) Lindsey Vonn, right, pets her dog Lucy with fellow skiers after a training session at Copper Mountain Ski Resort in Copper Mountain, Colo., Friday, Dec. 6, 2024. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey) Skier Lindsey Vonn looks on after a training run at Copper Mountain Ski Resort in Copper Mountain, Colo., Friday, Dec. 6, 2024. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey) By PAT GRAHAM COPPER MOUNTAIN, Colo. (AP) — Word on the mountain has it that Lindsey Vonn is still fast through a downhill course, even at 40 years old. Maybe even challenge-for-downhill-wins fast. On a frigid Friday morning, Vonn darted through the shadows along the speed course at Copper Mountain and through the mist created by the snow makers. There was no clock at the bottom of the hill to measure just how speedy she was as she makes a comeback to skiing nearly six years removed from her last race. But she certainly looked the part of fast by dropping into a tuck position to become more aerodynamic, and even banging through a few gates on several high-speed runs. Vonn plans to enter a series of lower-tier FIS downhill and super-G races this weekend at Copper Mountain in an effort to gain the necessary results to lower her ranking so she can possibly enter World Cup races this season under a new wild-card rule. It could be the first step toward seeing her on the World Cup circuit again, maybe even on the podium. “I honestly think she will win,” retired ski racer Ted Ligety said in an interview with The Associated Press. “From what I’ve heard, she’s been kicking (butt) and been really fast in training. Some of the women on the World Cup are going to be rudely awakened to have to compete against a Lindsey Vonn again.” Vonn declined to talk after her practice session Friday. She chatted with several racers on the hill and again inside the lodge, where her dog, Lucy, became the center of attention. In a post Friday afternoon on Instagram, Vonn wrote : “Happy to be able to take another step this weekend! Technically tomorrow will be my first race but I’m using it as a training opportunity to keep on building. ... It’s been 6 years since I last raced so I still have a lot of equipment to test, finding my groove and really getting into racing form. I am having a lot of fun and want to keep on doing so!” When she left the sport, Vonn’s 82 World Cup race victories stood as the record for a woman and within reach of the all-time Alpine record of 86 held by Swedish great Ingemar Stenmark. The women’s mark held by Vonn was surpassed in January 2023 by Mikaela Shiffrin, who now has 99 wins — more than any Alpine ski racer in the history of the sport. Shiffrin is currently sidelined after a crash in a giant slalom event in Killington, Vermont, last weekend. The next World Cup races for the women’s circuit will be held in a week in nearby Beaver Creek, Colorado. There’s no timeframe for Vonn’s return to racing. Vonn’s last competition was in February 2019, when she finished third in a downhill during the world championships in Sweden. In a lot of ways, the three-time Olympic medalist stepped away still near the top of her game. But the broken arms and legs, concussions and torn knee ligaments took too big a toll and sent her into retirement. Last April, she had surgery for a partial knee replacement. She felt good enough to give it another go. Ligety, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, applauds her for her comeback bid. “It’s beyond my risk appetite, but it will be really fun to watch,” said Ligety, who’s covering the World Cup races in Beaver Creek this weekend for NBC. “She left at the top of her game, obviously, because of her knee injury. She probably felt like she got short-changed in her quest to take down Stenmark in wins, being only four away and her body failed her. “I can see how that would weigh on you. And then when you all of a sudden feel perfectly healthy again and you’re not that old, I can see giving it some ideas. I understand where she’s coming from and I think she has a good chance (to win races).” The aura of Vonn hovered around the bottom of the slope Friday. She had several pairs of Head skis all ready to try out. After each run — at least three — Vonn would huddle with her team, take a quick swig of water and head back up the lift. “She’s still super-fast,” fellow American teammate Keely Cashman said. “She’s been helpful talking to us about whatever we need. We’re excited to have her around.” What stands out about Vonn to Sophie Goldschmidt, the CEO of U.S. Ski and Snowboard, is the racer’s “strength of mind and attitude,” she said. “To be able to come back time and time again is very impressive. “We’re delighted that she’s rejoined the team,” Goldschmidt added. “Her achievements speak for themselves. She’s clearly one of the most decorated athletes in the U.S. and had an amazing ski racing career. So for her to feel fit and strong enough to want to give it another go, I think is quite remarkable. I’m excited to see what she might be able to achieve.” ___ AP skiing: https://apnews.com/hub/alpine-skiingCursorfitnesstreadmill.Com Launches Online Store, Bringing Fitness Solutions To Every Home

Former minister Madhukar Pichad, 84, passed away on Friday at a hospital in Nashik following a prolonged illness. Pichad, a prominent leader from the tribal community who represented Akole assembly constituency from 1980 to 2009, served as a minister in multiple Congress governments till 1995. He quit the Congress and joined Sharad Pawar's NCP in 1999. He also served as the tribal development minister in the Vilasrao Deshmukh-led government. In 2019, he and his son Vaibhav Pichad, a former MLA, switched loyalty to the BJP. Following his demise, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said, “Senior BJP leader Madhukarrao Pichad's passing has caused the loss of a dedicated leader who tirelessly worked for the tribal community.” Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, expressed that the community had lost a great leader who fought for the rights of the tribal society. “Madhukar Pichad made significant contributions in the tribal areas. He consistently raised the issues of tribal people. He was always dedicated to ensuring employment opportunities for the tribal community,” he said. Deputy CM Ajit Pawar in his tribute to Pichad said, “He worked tirelessly for the development of the tribals, as well as for the political and social landscape of Maharashtra.” NCP SP chief Sharad Pawar tweeted, “My old colleague Madhukarrao Pichad passed away. During his political career, he was instrumental in strengthening the position and voice of the tribal community. His career will always be remembered.”Danny Jansen’s stay with the Red Sox has proven brief. The former Red Sox catcher, who was acquired at the trade deadline from the Toronto Blue Jays this past summer, has agreed to a one-year, $8.5 million deal with the Tampa Bay Rays, according to multiple reports. He becomes the first Red Sox free agent to sign with another club this winter, and the Rays will be the third different AL East team Jansen has suited up for. Catcher Danny Jansen and the Tampa Bay Rays are in agreement on a one-year, $8.5 million contract that includes a mutual option for a second season, sources tell ESPN. Jansen, who has played in Toronto and Boston, remains in the AL East. On it: @ByRobertMurray and @TBTimes_Rays . — Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) December 6, 2024 The Red Sox traded for Jansen in hopes that he could provide a serviceable right-handed bat off the bench while offering more production than incumbent back-up catcher Reese McGuire while complementing Connor Wong. Though he was an upgrade over McGuire, Jansen didn’t produce much, batting .188 with three home runs, six RBI and a .623 OPS in 30 games following his arrival. The most noteworthy aspect of his time in Boston came on Aug. 26, when he became the first player in MLB history to suit up for both teams in the same game. Jansen started at catcher for the Blue Jays in the clubs’ rain-suspended game on June 26, and by the time the game resumed two months later Jansen had been traded. Given Boston’s larger roster needs and the pending arrival of top catching prospect Kyle Teel, it wouldn’t have made sense for the Red Sox to bring Jansen back at the price he got from the Rays. Still, Jansen’s departure leaves the Red Sox with a void at catcher that will need to be addressed in the coming weeks. Connor Wong is the only catcher on the Red Sox’s 40-man roster. The long-term plan remains to eventually elevate Teel into a tandem with Wong, but given that the 22-year-old still has only 28 games at Triple-A under his belt, the club would likely prefer to bring in a veteran on a short-term deal who can hold down the fort until Teel is ready. Internally, the club doesn’t have many options. The best one right now is veteran journeyman Seby Zavala, who the Red Sox recently signed to a minor league deal. Zavala has played 194 games over five MLB seasons with the White Sox, Mariners and Diamondbacks, and his best season came in 2022, when he batted .270 with a .729 OPS in 61 games with Chicago. Last season Zavala appeared in 18 big league games with Arizona, batting .154 with a .496 OPS. Other than Zavala and Teel, Boston’s other internal candidates are Mickey Gasper and Nathan Hickey. Gasper has lately played primarily infield and did not record a hit in his 13-game big league cameo last fall, and Hickey played significant time at first base and DH last season and has yet to make his MLB debut. Even if most of the offseason’s biggest names remain unsigned, the market for catchers has proven quite active. In addition to Jansen, numerous other catchers who might have been candidates for Boston have already found homes for 2025. Among the notable names, Kyle Higashioka signed with the Rangers, Travis d’Arnaud with the Angels, Jacob Stallings with the Rockies and Austin Hedges with the Guardians. Some of the top remaining options include Carson Kelly, Gary Sanchez, Yasmani Grandal and James McCann, all of whom are right-handed hitting veterans coming off reasonably productive seasons who could slot into the role envisioned for Jansen. Another option is Martin Maldonado, who did not play the second half last season after being released by the White Sox but who has reportedly expressed a desire to play one more season. The 38-year-old is a complete non-factor offensively but has always been a standout on defense, and he could also provide valuable mentorship for Wong and Teel. Whoever the Red Sox add, it probably won’t be a big name. But even if it’s not as pressing a concern as upgrading the starting rotation or the club’s pursuit of Juan Soto, finding a serviceable stopgap who can give Teel the time he needs to develop will be a crucial item on Boston’s to-do list this offseason.

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Thanks to a $13.4 million purchase, residents can expect a 300-acre park to roll out in north Fort Worth. During their Dec. 10 meeting, City Council members approved the purchase of 298.189 acres of land to become Tinsley Ranch Park. The park will be located at 3150 and 3450 Tinsley Lane, adjacent to Eagle Mountain Park and Eagle Mountain Lake. Funding for the parkland comes from loan repayments from park planning districts and the parks and recreation department budget. The eventual park is crucial to north Fort Worth as the growing city looks to balance conservation efforts with development, particularly in neglected regions of the city, said parks and recreation department spokesperson Karen Stuhmer in a statement. “This acquisition provides land for the development of future recreational opportunities and green space in an area identified as underserved in community parkland,” said Stuhmer. Get essential daily news for the Fort Worth area. Sign up for insightful, in-depth stories — completely free. The nearly 300 acres of land goes toward the city’s Open Space Conservation Program and aligns with Mayor Mattie Parker’s green space initiative , Good Natured, which aims to preserve 10,000 acres of open space by 2028. Established in 2019, the open space program is designed to conserve Fort Worth’s natural areas to foster environmental benefits and recreational opportunities as development expands in the city. “(The green space) initiative reflects the city’s commitment to sustainable growth and enhancing the overall park system as Fort Worth expands,” said Stuhmer. Since voters approved $15 million in the 2022 bond election to fund the Open Space Conservation Program, the city has acquired just over 600 acres in open space as of November, according to the city’s new green space champion, Allison Docker . Large acquisitions such as Tinsley Ranch Park help to maintain residents’ quality of life by offering a space for outdoor activities, connecting with nature and fostering community, said Stuhmer. “By acquiring this land now, we are securing a significant recreational and environmental resource for current and future generations of Fort Worth residents,” said Stuhmer. The purchase comes after City Council members also approved an expense of $3.9 million in a Nov. 19 meeting for more than 150 acres in west Fort Worth . That land is home to a cross timber forest and riparian and prairie ecosystems. Other large properties recently acquired through the open space program include land near the Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge, Lake Arlington, Tandy Hills Natural Area, and Rock Creek Ranch Park , which recently received an additional 58 acres. Nicole Lopez is the environmental reporter for the Fort Worth Report. Contact her at nicole.lopez@fortworthreport.org. 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Jaland Lowe flirted with a triple-double as Pitt improved to 6-0 with a 74-63 win over LSU on Friday afternoon at the Greenbrier Tip-Off in White Sulphur Springs, W.Va. Lowe finished with a game-high 22 points to go along with eight rebounds and six assists for the Panthers, who have won their first six games of a season for the first time since the 2018-19 campaign. It would have been the second straight triple-double for Lowe, who had 11 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists against VMI Monday. Ishmael Leggett chipped in 21 points and Cameron Corhen supplied 14, helping Pitt outshoot the Tigers (4-1) 44.4 percent to 37.3 percent overall. Vyctorius Miller and Jalen Reed recorded 14 points apiece for LSU, with Reed also snatching seven boards. Cam Carter contributed 11 points. Pitt took control in the first four-plus minutes of the second half, opening the period on a 13-0 run to build a 40-28 lead. The Tigers were held scoreless following the break until Carter converted a layup with 13:13 to go. It was still a 12-point game after Zack Austin hit a pair of free throws with 12:50 remaining, but LSU then rallied. Corey Chest, Reed and Jordan Sears each had a bucket down low for the Tigers during an 8-1 spurt that made it 43-38. However, Lowe stemmed the tide, answering with back-to-back 3-pointers to put the Panthers up 49-38 with 9:31 left. Miller did everything he could to keep LSU in contention, scoring eight points in a span of 1 minute, 23 seconds, with his four-point play getting the Tigers within 56-52 with 6:03 to play. But Pitt never let LSU get the upper hand, and it led by at least six for the final 5:05 of the contest. The Tigers had a 28-27 edge at intermission after ending the first half on an 8-2 run. LSU overcame a quick start by the Panthers, who raced out to a 12-6 advantage and led by as many as eight in the first 20 minutes of action. --Field Level MediaBARRY, Ill. -- Barry Western senior Rachel McMullen will be taking her talents to the collegiate level. McMullen signed her national letter-of-intent to the University of Illinois-Springfield softball team during a ceremony at Barry Western High School on Friday morning. "It was a long and rigorous recruitment process," said McMullen. "It was a lot of emails, a lot of going to camps and getting in touch with coaches. My mom helped out a lot." McMullen plans on majoring in speech therapy once enrolled at UIS. The decision to sign with UIS also keeps McMullen close to home. "I loved how small town it felt there," said McMullen. "It's a smaller D-II school, so I really loved how small and close to home it was. That way I'll still be able to come back and watch my younger sister play next year once she starts her high school career." McMullen's younger sister is in eighth grade and will start her high school career in the spring of 2026, but the elder McMullen has her senior season this spring to look forward to. McMullen will return as Western's leader this spring and its starting catcher. "My goal for us is to win a regional championship," said McMullen. "We have the team to do it this year. We have two really strong pitchers and we're going to have a really solid infield and outfield to back us up." During her time at Western, McMullen has also played volleyball and basketball. She was a first team All-State volleyball player this past fall. McMullen has also been a multiple-time All-Conference softball selection. Last season, she batted .396 with a .517 on-base percentage and .646 slugging percentage, while having a .984 fielding percentage behind the plate. McMullen has learned plenty from her various coaches at Western. "I learned to have fun and still be competitive with having fun," said McMullen. "Because sometimes that's something we forget about when we're in high pressure games. You just got to have fun."

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LONDON European Union foreign policy chief Josep Borrell welcomed a recently brokered cease-fire in Lebanon on Tuesday, describing it as a "relief in the devastating situation in the Middle East." In a statement shared on the social media platform X, Borrell commended France and the US for their mediation efforts in securing the agreement. "The agreement on a cease-fire in Lebanon is a relief in the devastating situation in the Middle East. I want to praise France and the US for their mediation," he wrote. He emphasized the importance of ensuring the cease-fire's durability to protect the lives of citizens in Lebanon and Israel and to facilitate the safe return of internally displaced persons (IDPs). "It is now crucial that the cease-fire holds," he added. Borrell underscored the critical need for the full implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701 (UNSCR 1701), which outlines measures for maintaining peace and security along the Lebanon-Israel border. In a pointed appeal to Lebanon’s political leaders, he reiterated the EU’s call for the election of a president, stressing the urgency of addressing the country’s prolonged political paralysis. He further highlighted the right of the Lebanese people to "regain full sovereignty on the country’s affairs, without external interference," signaling Europe’s concern over foreign influence in Lebanon’s domestic politics. Other global reactions The US and French presidents, Joe Biden and Emmanuel Macron, issued a joint statement. "Today, after many weeks of tireless diplomacy, Israel and Lebanon have accepted a cessation of hostilities between Israel and Lebanon," the statement said. "This announcement will create the conditions to restore lasting calm and allow residents in both countries to return safely to their homes on both sides of the Blue Line," it said. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer welcomed the announcement of a cease-fire between Israel and the Lebanese Hezbollah group, calling for the deal to be turned into "a lasting political solution." "We must see immediate progress towards a cease-fire deal in Gaza, the release of all hostages and the removal of restrictions on desperately needed humanitarian aid," he added. Ireland’s Foreign Minister Michael Martin said in a statement: "I welcome the announcement of a cease-fire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon. Both sides must use the cease-fire to engage meaningfully to achieve a durable peace." Belgian Foreign Minister Hadja Lahbib also took to X, saying "The cease-fire agreement in Lebanon is a crucial step towards stopping the escalation in the Middle East. We call for a cease-fire in the whole region, including Gaza. Only resuming negotiations for a 2-state solution can bring peace. Civilians must be protected." Slovenian Foreign Minister Tanja Fajon said: "I welcome important cease-fire announcement. I’m also hopeful for a cease-fire in Gaza, with release of all hostages & an end to the tremendous suffering of the inhabitants." German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock also said in a statement that the cease-fire between Israel and Hezbollah "is a ray of hope for the entire region." "The cease-fire between Israel and Hezbollah shows what is possible with diplomatic means: We also urgently need a cease-fire in Gaza now so that the German and all other hostages are finally released and the suffering and hunger of hundreds of thousands of women, children and men finally comes to an end," she added. Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares also spoke to X, saying that the announcement of a cease-fire in Lebanon was good news for peace and security. "Now, we must move forward with the implementation of Resolution 1701," he added. Dutch Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp said: "This is a vital step towards ending hostilities and regional de-escalation." European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said "The announced cease-fire between Israel and Hezbollah is very encouraging news. Lebanon will have an opportunity to increase internal security and stability thanks to Hezbollah’s reduced influence." Israel’s security cabinet approved the cease-fire agreement with Lebanon on Tuesday evening. US President Joe Biden confirmed that both Israel and Lebanon agreed to the deal, which will take effect at 4 a.m. local time (0200GMT) Wednesday. “The Security Cabinet, this evening, in a 10-1 vote, approved the US proposal for a cease-fire arrangement in Lebanon,” Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said in a statement.Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young was benched ahead of Week 3, but was thrust back into the starting role after Andy Dalton's injury. Since Young's return, the Panthers have defeated the New Orleans Saints, and New York Giants, and only lost a nail-biter to the Kansas City Chiefs. More News: Former Chiefs' Player's Family Says NFL Treats CTE Victims as 'Throwaways' Young was electric against the Chiefs, completing 21 of 35 passes, tallying 282 total yards, and no interceptions. Young finished the 30-27 loss to Kansas City with a 92.8 passer rating, his best of the season. Panthers head coach Dave Canales spoke on Young's weekly progress since his return to the starting role. "I don't have to make any statements, he's making it for himself," Canales said. "He's continuing to show us the progress we're looking for, bringing our skilled players to life. Talking about Bryce, it's the coaching staff, it's his teammates, he's showing us what he can do when he's out there." Despite losing to the Chiefs, Young proved his value to Carolina as he helped the team nearly beat a legitimate playoff contender. Only three teams have put up 25-plus points against the Kansas City defense: Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals, Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills, and Young and the Panthers. The Panthers were down 20-6 at the half against the Chiefs, but Young helped the team in its efforts to take Kansas City to the brink. Compared to his first two starts of the season, Young looks like a completely different player in his recent starts. "When I see Bryce out there, I think 'Oh that's the Alabama Bryce,'" Panthers linebacker Trevin Wallace said. "Like that's cold. I love seeing him go make them plays. A lot of people I feel like doubted him a bit. Now he's showing the doubters wrong and I love that about Bryce." Young has made a steady progression in his fourth straight start since reclaiming the starting role in Carolina after Dalton's accident. Against the Giants in Munich, Young was 15 of 25 for 126 yards and a score. Against the Saints, Young led the Panthers on a game-winning touchdown drive. Originally, Canales said he would decide whether Young was the starting quarterback week-to-week. However, Young's recent performance changed Canales' tone when he was asked if the 23-year-old quarterback would get the start next week. "Absolutely," said Canales. For more on the NFL , head to Newsweek Sports .92jili 。

CLEVELAND — Donovan Mitchell and Ty Jerome scored 26 points apiece as the Cleveland Cavaliers improved to 17-1 and stayed perfect at home with a 122-108 win over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday night. The Cavs, who opened the season 15-0 before losing at Boston last week, are 10-0 on their home floor for the first since the 2017-18 season, when they won their first 13 games at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Jarrett Allen had 23 points and 13 rebounds for Cleveland. Evan Mobley added 14 and 11. Scottie Barnes and Gradey Dick had 18 points apiece for the Raptors, now 0-8 on the road. RJ Barrett added 16 points and Jakob Poeltl had 18 rebounds for Toronto. Barrett was playing his second game after missing 11 straight with a fractured orbital bone. It was another strong performance for Jerome, who has been a surprise contributor for the Cavs after missing almost all of last season with an ankle injury. The 27-year-old scored a career-high 29 in Cleveland's previous game. Takeaways Raptors: Played well in spurts, but made far too many mistakes to pull off the upset. Effort isn't the problem, execution is. ... Dick was forced out in the second half with a sore left calf. Cleveland Cavaliers' Donovan Mitchell, left, looks to pass as Toronto Raptors' Ochai Agbaji (30) defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Cleveland, Sunday, Nov 24, 2024. Credit: AP/Phil Long Cavaliers: A few days off were mentally and physically beneficial, but may have contributed to some sluggishness and sloppiness. Cleveland seemed to be on cruise control for long stretches, allowing Toronto to hang around. Key moment With the Raptors only down six points entering the fourth, Mitchell scored seven straight and Jerome dropped a 3-pointer from the extended right elbow in a 10-1 burst to put the Cavs in full control. Key stat Allen came in second in the league in field-goal percentage (.685) behind only Dallas' Daniel Gafford (.708). Up Next The Raptors continue a four-game trip at Detroit on Monday. The Cavaliers host Atlanta on Wednesday.Native American patients are sent to collections for debts the government owesNew Sonic Game Leaked by Industry Insider

Nearly half of all students who sat the Fiji Year Eight Examination this year failed, raising alarm bells among parents, teachers, and education stakeholders. Of the 19,300 plus registered students, the Ministry of Education recorded a 69 per cent pass rate, up just two per cent from 2023. This leaves more than 6000 students likely to progress to year nine, despite failing. Fijian Teachers Association general secretary, Paula Manumanunitoga, described the results as “close to pathetic”, urging all stakeholders to reassess and strategise. “From classroom teachers to ministry officials, everyone must take stock, analyse the issues, and implement countermeasures to improve outcomes next year,” he said. Mr Manumanunitoga criticised the lack of parental involvement, stating many parents fail to supervise or support their children’s education. “They should take their children’s education seriously and not treat it as trivial,” he said. The controversial no-repeat policy introduced by the previous government came under fire. Mr Manumanunitoga called for its removal, blaming it for advancing students unprepared for higher levels. “We have children who can’t read going to university. It must go,” he said. From 2019 to 2023, 5726 students dropped out before completing year 10, with another 4589 leaving before finishing primary school, according to ministry data. Curriculum Chaos Mr Manumanunitoga pointed to frequent curriculum changes as a significant issue, noting the confusion caused by multiple reforms in the past decade. “There have been at least three curriculums introduced by different ministers, and the constant changes are confusing for teachers,” he said. Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka also criticised the no-repeat policy, indicating plans to revisit it. Mr Rabuka acknowledged the need for a more effective curriculum to address persistently poor exam results. The Ministry of Education was unavailable for comment at the time of publication. Feedback: shratikan@fijisun.com.fj

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PLEASANTON — Foster City police Chief Tracy Avelar is leaving the Peninsula to become Pleasanton’s new top cop, officials announced this week. Avelar, who joined the Foster City Police Department in 2002, will begin her new job in the Tri-Valley on Dec. 9. She will be the first woman in Pleasanton’s history to serve as a permanent chief. “Pleasanton holds a special place in my heart, and I am truly honored to step into the role of police chief for the city,” Avelar said in a statement. “I have so much respect for the men and women of this department and look forward to working alongside them to continue building strong community partnerships, ensuring public safety and fostering trust and transparency”. Avelar is the current president of the California Police Chiefs Association, with prior experience on the San Mateo County Police Chiefs and Sheriff Executive Board. She received a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice management and a master’s degree in homeland security from the Naval Postgraduate School’s Center for Homeland Defense and Security. She is also an alumna of the Sherman Block Leadership Institute and the LAPD Leadership Academy, the release said. She replaces to become executive director of the East Bay Regional Communications System Authority. held the position temporarily after Swing left. In Foster City, Avelar oversaw the police department’s field training, SWAT and traffic enforcement divisions. She was also in charge of dispatch, records, investigations and budget preparation, city officials said. “Chief Avelar has a proven track record of leadership and innovation in law enforcement, and we are excited to welcome her to Pleasanton,” City Manager Gerry Beaudin said in a statement. “Her dedication to community engagement, public safety and operational excellence will be a great asset to our city.” Pleasanton is the second Tri-Valley city to hire a new police chief this year. In October, Dublin appointed an FBI National Academy alumnus, to take over after Chief Nate Schmidt retired.

The Nasdaq and the S&P 500 rose to record closing highs on Friday following upbeat forecasts from Lululemon Athletica and other companies and as US jobs data fuelled expectations the Federal Reserve would cut interest rates this month. The Dow finished lower, as a 5.1 per cent drop in UnitedHealth Group shares weighed on the index. The S&P 500 consumer discretionary index rose 2.4 per cent to hit an all-time closing high. It led gains among sectors, boosted by Lululemon. Shares of Lululemon Athletica jumped 15.9 per cent after the sportswear maker increased full-year forecasts. Also in the consumer discretionary space, shares of cosmetics retailer Ulta Beauty advanced 9.0 per cent after the company raised its annual profit forecast. The US Labor Department report showed job growth surged in November, but an increase in the unemployment rate to 4.2 per cent pointed to an easing labour market. "It does support the case for the Fed to continue to cut rates in the December meeting and into the first quarter," said Bill Northey, senior investment director at US Bank Wealth Management in Billings, Montana. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 123.19 points, or 0.28 per cent, to 44,642.52, the S&P 500 gained 15.16 points, or 0.25 per cent, to 6,090.27 and the Nasdaq Composite gained 159.05 points, or 0.81 per cent, to 19,859.77. The S&P 500 registered its 57th record closing high for 2024, while the Nasdaq Composite posted its 36th record high close for the year. For the week, the Nasdaq gained 3.3 per cent, the S&P 500 rose about 1.0 per cent and the Dow fell 0.6 per cent. Following the data, US rate futures were pricing in roughly a 90 per cent chance the Fed will lower interest rates by 25 basis points at its Dec. 17-18 policy meeting, according to LSEG calculations which previously saw just a 72 per cent chance. The Fed has lowered rates by 75 basis points since September, when it launched its easing cycle. Fed Governor Michelle Bowman said inflation risks remained, which augured caution with rate decisions. Shares of health insurance companies including UnitedHealth extended declines from the previous session, two days after Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealth's health insurance unit, was fatally shot outside a Manhattan hotel. The shooter remained at large and his motive has not been determined. The death sparked comments on social media over frustrations with the US health insurance system. Among other stock moves, shares of Facebook-owner Meta Platforms were up 2.4 per cent after a US appeals court upheld a law requiring China-based ByteDance to divest its popular short video app TikTok by early next year or face a ban. The Cboe Volatility Index, Wall Street's fear gauge, ended down 0.77 points at 12.77 in its lowest finish since mid-July. Declining issues outnumbered advancers by a 1.01-to-1 ratio on the NYSE. There were 354 new highs and 98 new lows on the NYSE. On the Nasdaq, 2,610 stocks rose and 1,678 fell as advancing issues outnumbered decliners by a 1.56-to-1 ratio. Volume on U.S. exchanges was 12.99 billion shares, compared with the 14.5 billion average for the full session over the last 20 trading days.Tapestry CEO Todd Kahn sells $4.19 million in stock

NoneMiddle East latest: WHO chief says he was at Yemen airport as Israeli bombs fell nearbyDarigabat by Cerevel Therapeutics for Seizures: Likelihood of ApprovalMEMBERS of the House of Representatives on Sunday emphasized the seriousness of Vice President Sara Duterte’s statements as they demanded an immediate and comprehensive investigation into the disturbing assassination threat against President Marcos, his wife Liza and Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez. They said that such an act would not only be a horrifying crime but also represent a profound betrayal of trust and duty by the second highest government official. Duterte told a news conference that she had spoken to an assassin and instructed him to kill Marcos, First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, and Speaker Martin Romualdez if she were to be killed. Duterte’s controversial remarks came in response to comments urging her to “stay safe” during her visit to the House of Representatives. Duterte had gone to the House premises following the detention of her chief of staff, Zuleika Lopez, who had refused to answer questions regarding the alleged misuse of P612.5 million in confidential and intelligence funds allocated to the Office of the Vice President (OVP) and the Department of Education (DepEd) during Duterte’s watch as Education secretary. “The gravity of these statements cannot be overstated. A kill-order on the President is not only a heinous crime but also a betrayal of the highest order—one that shakes the very foundation of our democratic institutions,” said Senior Deputy Speaker Aurelio Gonzales Jr. “The Vice President, as the next in line to the Presidency, is entrusted with the responsibility of safeguarding the Constitution, not undermining it,” Gonzales, who represents Pampanga, said. House Majority Leader Manuel Jose M. Dalipe urged authorities to conduct a full and impartial investigation into the alleged plot. “The people deserve to know the full extent of this plot, including any potential abuse of power or betrayal of public trust. The integrity of our democracy demands nothing less,” Dalipe, who represents Zamboanga City, said. “The Vice President’s role as a constitutional successor makes this case extraordinarily sensitive. It is essential that we send a clear message that no one, regardless of position, is above the law,” Dalipe said. Highlighting the potential risks to the nation, Deputy Speaker David Suarez warned of the broader implications of such an alleged plot. “This situation transcends politics—it is about the survival of our democracy, the preservation of public trust, and the safety and stability of our nation. Any individual, no matter how high their rank, must be held accountable for actions that threaten the integrity of our government,” Suarez, who represents Quezon, said. Thanks “Conspiring with an assassin to target the President is a serious crime,” he pointed out. The House leaders said their institution is prepared to work with law enforcement agencies and ensure full transparency in addressing the assassination plot against the President. Should evidence point to the Vice President’s culpability, the leader assured the public that the House would fulfill its constitutional mandate to uphold accountability and justice. “We owe it to the Filipino people to ensure that the truth comes out and that the rule of law prevails,” Gonzales said. “This is not just about justice—it is about defending the very soul of our democracy,” he stressed. Deeply concerning SENATE President Francis Escudero said over the weekend that he found Duterte’s statements “deeply concerning as “they are inappropriate for an official occupying the second highest office of the land.” Escudero gave this piece of advice: “She [Duterte] should keep in mind that as a public official, she has a duty to set an example for the personnel in the Office of the Vice President and our fellow Filipinos, especially our children.” “The Vice President and her allies must also consider how her actions have contributed to rising tensions. I call on all parties involved to de-escalate the situation to prevent further harm to the safety, health, and well-being of everyone involved.”he added. Moreover, he “urge those who are close to her—those who truly care about her as a person and as a leader—to advise her to refrain from making “these indecorous and possibly criminal statements in public. These do not benefit the Vice President, her office, or our country.” Troubling statements THE implied admission by the Vice President of having access to a hitman has sent shockwaves across the nation, raising grave concerns about the erosion of democratic principles and the potential misuse of power, House Assistant Majority Leader Zia Alonto Adiong said. “The mere suggestion of such a capability reflects a dangerous normalization of extrajudicial means to address personal or political grievances,” said Adiong, who represents Lanao del Sur. “This is not just a matter of rhetoric—it touches the core of our democratic values and the rule of law. Public officials are expected to uphold justice, fairness, and the Constitution, not to insinuate access to violence as a means of retribution.” Adiong emphasized that this revelation demands urgent action to ensure no public official wields influence or power that operates outside the bounds of the law. “Our democracy cannot and should not tolerate even the suggestion of extrajudicial solutions to conflicts. The public deserves leaders who uphold justice, not those who imply access to violence as a solution. Alarming,” he said. ‘Heed your father’s advice’ THE Vice President should heed the advice of her father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, who had urged her “to get out of politics” as soon as possible, House Minority Leader Marcelino Libanan said on Sunday. “We strongly urge the Vice President to listen to her father’s counsel for her to step away from politics before it’s too late,” Libanan, a 4Ps party-list representative, said in a statement. “She is clearly unlike her father. It would appear that she makes crucial judgments and issues utterly reckless pronouncements without any preparation or thoughtful consideration,” Libanan added. “The Vice President lacks both the gumption and the grace required of a national leader,” Libanan added. Earlier this month, the former President had called on his daughter, who has had a falling out with Marcos, to get out of politics. Butch Fernandez is BusinessMirror’s senior political reporter based at the Senate. He has covered Malacañang (3 presidencies), the Office of the Vice President, the Senate, local governments and defense since 1984. Jovee Marie Dela Cruz covers the House of Representatives for the BusinessMirror . Her beat may be political by nature, but most of her stories revolve around measures affecting the country's fiscal structure, economic standing and business climate. She earned her master's degree in communication from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines and obtained her political science degree from the Universidad de Manila.

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Sternal Closure Systems Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report Forecast Period (2024-2031). 12-26-2024 07:19 PM CET | Business, Economy, Finances, Banking & Insurance Press release from: Orion Market Research Sternal closure systems market is anticipated to grow at a considerable CAGR of 5.3% during the forecast period (2024-2031).A sternal closure system refers to a medical device used in cardiac surgery to secure and stabilize the sternum following procedures like median sternotomy, ensuring post-operative integrity and reducing complications. Median Sternotomy Dominates Market Growth Median sternotomy is a widely utilized procedure in cardiac surgeries, including coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) and valve replacements, owing to its excellent access to the heart and associated structures. Sternum closure systems tailored for median sternotomy play a crucial role in ensuring post-operative stability and reducing complications such as sternal dehiscence. Regional Outlook The global sternal closure systems market is further segmented based on geography including North America (the US, and Canada), Europe (UK, Italy, Spain, Germany, France, and the Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (India, China, Japan, South Korea, and Rest of Asia), and the Rest of the World (the Middle East & Africa, and Latin America). North America Holds Major Share In Global Sternal Closure Systems Market North America's high prevalence of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) contributes to the demand for sternal closure systems. CVDs encompass a range of heart and blood vessel issues, and their risk factors are often tied to lifestyle choices. In North America, some segments of the population exhibit concerning trends like unhealthy diets, physical inactivity, and tobacco use. These habits significantly increase the risk of developing CVD. 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LANDOVER, Md. (AP) — Austin Seibert missed his second extra point of the game with 21 seconds left after Jayden Daniels and Terry McLaurin connected on an 86-yard touchdown, Juanyeh Thomas returned the ensuing onside kick attempt for a touchdown and the Dallas Cowboys pulled out a 34-26 victory Sunday that extended the Washington Commanders’ skid to three games. Seibert, who missed the previous two games with a right hip injury, was wide left on the point-after attempt following a low snap. Thomas then took the kick back 43 yards as the Cowboys (4-7) ended their losing streak at five in improbable fashion. Part of that was the play of backup Cooper Rush, who threw for 247 yards and two TDs in his third start in place of starter Dak Prescott. Part was also the defense forcing two turnovers, as Chauncey Golston ripped the ball out of Brian Robinson Jr.’s hands for what was called an interception of Daniels in the second quarter, and Donovan Wilson stripped John Bates midway through the fourth. KaVonte Turpin provided the fireworks with a spinning, 99-yard kickoff return TD seconds after Daniels found Zach Ertz in the end zone and scored on a 2-point conversion to cut the deficit to three with 3:02 left. In the final three minutes alone, the Commanders (7-5) scored 10 points and allowed Thomas’ TD. All that after the score was 10-9 through three quarters before madness ensued. CHIEFS 30, PANTHERS 27 CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Patrick Mahomes threw for 269 yards and three touchdowns , Spencer Shrader kicked a 31-yard field goal as time expired and Kansas City beat Carolina to reach double-digit wins for the 10th straight season. Noah Gray caught two TD passes as the Chiefs (10-1) bounced back from last week’s 30-21 loss at Buffalo and won at the buzzer yet again in a season of narrow escapes. DeAndre Hopkins also had a touchdown catch for the two-time defending Super Bowl champions, who scored on their first five possessions. Bryce Young finished 21 of 35 for 262 yards and a touchdown for the Panthers (3-8), who had their two-game winning streak snapped. David Moore had six receptions for 80 yards and a touchdown. Trailing 27-19, Young completed a fourth-down pass to Adam Thielen to move the chains, then went deep for the veteran receiver, who drew a pass-interference penalty on Chamarri Conner. That set up a 1-yard touchdown run by Chuba Hubbard. LIONS 24, COLTS 6 INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Jahmyr Gibbs rushed for two scores and David Montgomery added a third touchdown run, leading Detroit to a victory over Indianapolis. Gibbs finished with 21 carries for 90 yards as the Lions (10-1) extended their league-high winning streak to nine straight. Detroit has its been 11-game record since the franchise’s inaugural season in 1934. Jared Goff continued his sensational season, too, completing 26 of 36 throws for 269 yards. The Colts (5-7) lost their second straight home game and for the fourth time in their past five games. Anthony Richardson was 11 of 28 with 172 yards while rushing 10 times for 61 yards. While Indy managed to hold the NFL’s highest-scoring offense largely in check Sunday, it was doomed by its inability to finish drives with touchdowns. BUCCANEERS 30, GIANTS 7 EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Baker Mayfield catapulted into the end zone on a spectacular 10-yard scramble for one of Tampa Bay’s four rushing touchdowns, and the Buccaneers beat the Giants and new starting quarterback Tommy DeVito, snapping a four-game losing streak and extending New York’s skid to six. The Giants’ decisions this week to bench and then release quarterback Daniel Jones did nothing to help the NFL’s lowest-scoring offense. DeVito threw for 189 yards, mostly in the second half with New York well on its way to its sixth straight loss at home, where it is winless. Meanwhile, the Buccaneers dominated in every phase in a near-perfect perfect performance that featured TD runs of 1 yard by Sean Tucker, 6 yards by Bucky Irving and 1 yard by Rachaad White. After recent losses to the Ravens, 49ers and Chiefs, Tampa Bay (5-6) moved within one game of idle Atlanta in the NFC South. Tampa Bay scored on five of its on first six possessions to open a 30-0 lead, and none was more exciting than Mayfield’s TD run with 12 seconds left in the first half. On a second-and-goal from the 10, he avoided pressure and went for the end zone. He was hit by Cor’Dale Flott low and Dru Phillips high around the 2-yard line, and he was airborne when he crossed the goal line. The ball came loose when he hit the turf but he jumped up and flexed — seemingly mocking DeVito’s go-to celebration — as the Bucs took a 23-0 lead. DOLPHINS 34, PATRIOTS 15 MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Tua Tagovailoa threw for 317 yards and four touchdowns, including two scores to running back De’Von Achane, and Miami routed New England. The Dolphins (5-6) have a thin margin for error the rest of the season but have kept themselves afloat with a three-game winning streak. With their win at New England (3-9) in Week 5, the Dolphins have swept their division rivals in consecutive seasons for the first time since 1999-2000. Tagovailoa, who moved to 7-0 in his career against New England, entered the game with a league-high 73.4% completion rate and went 29 for 40. Backup Skylar Thompson replaced Tagovailoa with about 11 minutes left in what was already a blowout, but a bad handoff on his first play resulted in a fumble that was recovered by cornerback Christian Gonzalez and returned 63 yards for a touchdown. It cut New England’s deficit to 31-15, and Tagovailoa returned the next drive. TITANS 32, TEXANS 27 HOUSTON (AP) — Will Levis threw for 278 yards and his 70-yard touchdown pass to Chig Okonkwo put Tennessee on top in the fourth quarter and the Titans held on for a win over the Texans. Okonkwo grabbed a short pass and rumbled for the touchdown to put the Titans (3-8) up 30-27 with 91⁄2 minutes remaining. Safety Eric Murray missed a tackle that would have stopped him near midfield. The Texans (7-5) had a chance to tie it with less than two minutes remaining, but Ka’imi Fairbairn’s 28-yard field-goal attempt sailed wide left. He fell to the ground after the miss before getting up and slamming his helmet on the field. Titans coach Brian Callahan held both hands in the air and smiled after watching the miss that allowed his team to win on a day it had three turnovers. The Texans forced a three-and-out, but couldn’t move the ball after that and Harold Landry sacked C.J. Stroud in the end zone for a safety to make it 32-27 and allow Tennessee to snap a two-game skid. VIKINGS 30, BEARS 27, OT CHICAGO (AP) — Sam Darnold threw for 90 of his 330 yards in overtime to set up Parker Romo’s game-ending 29-yard field goal , and Minnesota outlasted Chicago after giving up 11 points in the final 22 seconds of regulation. Darnold threw two touchdown passes, Jordan Addison caught eight passes for a career-high 162 yards and a touchdown, and T.J. Hockenson had 114 yards receiving for the Vikings (9-2), who remained one game behind Detroit in the rugged NFC North. Caleb Williams threw for 340 yards and two touchdowns for the Bears (4-7), who lost their fifth straight. Minnesota appeared to have the game in hand, leading 27-16 with 1:56 left after Romo kicked a 26-yard field goal. But the Bears weren’t finished. Deandre Carter made up for a muffed punt that led to a touchdown in the third quarter with a 55-yard kickoff return to the 40. Williams took it from there, capping an eight-play drive with a 1-yard touchdown pass to Keenan Allen. A 2-point conversion pass to DJ Moore made it 27-24 with 22 seconds remaining. The Bears recovered the onside kick and Williams hit Moore over the middle for a 27-yard gain to the 30 before spiking the ball. Cairo Santos made a 48-yard field goal as time expired.

NoneJohn Parker Romo made a 29-yard field goal to lift the Minnesota Vikings to a 30-27 overtime win against the host Chicago Bears on Sunday afternoon. Romo buried the game-winning kick in his third career game for Minnesota (9-2), which won its fourth game in a row. The score capped a 10-play, 68-yard drive for the Vikings after the Bears went three-and-out on the first overtime possession. Sam Darnold completed 22 of 34 passes for 330 yards and two touchdowns to lead the Vikings. Wideout Jordan Addison finished with eight catches for a career-high 162 yards and a touchdown. The overtime defeat spoiled an impressive performance from rookie quarterback Caleb Williams, who completed 32 of 47 passes for 340 yards and two touchdowns for Chicago (4-7). D.J. Moore had seven catches for 106 yards and a touchdown, and Keenan Allen finished with nine catches for 86 yards and a score. Chicago erased an 11-point deficit in the final 22 seconds of regulation to send the game to overtime. Romo had put Minnesota on top 27-16 when he made a 26-yard field goal with 1:56 remaining in the fourth quarter. Williams trimmed the Bears' deficit to 27-24 with 22 seconds to go. He rolled right and found Allen wide open in the end zone for a 1-yard touchdown, and moments later he fired a strike to Moore for a two-point conversion. The Bears recovered an onside kick on the next play to regain possession at their 43-yard line with 21 seconds left. Cairo Santos' onside kick bounced off the foot of Vikings tight end Johnny Mundt, and Tarvarius Moore recovered it. D.J. Moore put the Bears in field-goal position with a 27-yard reception across the middle of the field, and Santos made a 48-yarder as time expired to even the score at 27-all. Minnesota led 24-10 after three quarters. Romo made a 40-yard field goal early in the third quarter, and Aaron Jones punched in a 2-yard run with 1:22 left in the period to put the Vikings on top by two touchdowns. Addison and Jalen Nailor each had receiving touchdowns in the first half for Minnesota. Roschon Johnson scored on a 1-yard run for the Bears' only touchdown of the first half. Chicago trailed 14-10 at the break. --Field Level Media

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r-jay falisong The Darnold-Jefferson connection is thriving for the surging VikingsCLEVELAND (AP) — Germain Ifedi became the fourth left tackle to start this season for the Cleveland Browns, lining up Thursday night against the AFC North-leading Pittsburgh Steelers. Ifedi moved up the depth chart and into the lineup after starter Dawand Jones broke his left leg last week at New Orleans and had surgery. He'll be responsible for blocking quarterback Jameis Winston's blindside. Jedrick Wills Jr., who had lost his starting job to Jones, figured to start against the Steelers (8-2), but was ruled out Wednesday with a knee injury that has bothered him for weeks. A first-round pick in 2020, Wills recently caused a stir by saying he made a “business decision” to sit out a game on Oct. 27 against Baltimore because of his knee. Coach Kevin Stefanski said Wills used a “poor choice of words.” James Hudson started Cleveland's first two games at left tackle while the Browns (2-8) waited for Wills to recover from knee surgery in December. The first-place Steelers were without outside linebacker/edge rusher Alex Highsmith, who missed his second straight game with an ankle injury. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl

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Mumbai/Ranchi, Nov 23: Maharashtra was coloured a vivid saffron on Saturday with voters giving the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance a landslide win over a tottering MVA while Hemant Soren’s JMM-led alliance stormed back to power in Jharkhand on Saturday for the second consecutive term. As votes were counted for the assembly elections in the two states, it was time for celebration in the BJP with the party poised to win 125 of the 149 seats it contested in the powerhouse state of Maharashtra. Together with its partners Shiv Sena and NCP, the ruling Mahayuti alliance could win 219 of the 288 seats in the state, leaving the Congress-Shiv Sena(UBT)-NCP(SP) tie-up with just 51 seats. As the opposition reeled under the impact of the decisive mandate against it in Maharashtra, Jharkhand offered some consolation with voters in both states going for continuity rather than change. “I thank everybody for this victory. We have such a big victory because of the work Mahayuti did. Very grateful,” Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde told reporters while his alliance colleagues attributed the stunning win to welfare schemes such as the Laadli Behna scheme. His son and Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde said the mandate shows who is taking Balasaheb Thackeray’s ideals forward, pointing to the fractured legacy of the Shiv Sena founder whose son Uddhav heads the Shiv Sena (UBT). As the Mahayuti walked the road towards power in a result that went ahead of what exit polls had predicted, on the other side of the spectrum was Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut who alleged that there was a “big conspiracy” and something was “fishy”. “I see a big conspiracy in this...This is not a mandate of Marathi ‘manoos’ and farmers. We do not accept this as people’s mandate,” he said. Adding that there was little doubt in his mind that money was used in the polls, Raut said, “How can all MLAs of Chief Minister Eknath Shinde win? How can Ajit Pawar, whose betrayal angered Maharashtra, win?” Voters in the politically significant western state, which sends 48 MPs to the Lok Sabha and gave the MVA a decisive 30 seats, clearly decided to go against the trend of that parliamentary victory just five months ago. Their mandate gives a fillip for the BJP, which won an unprecedented hat-trick in Haryana last month, and helps the party overcome some of its reverses in the general elections where it bagged just 240 seats. The Maharashtra verdict — which gives primacy to the BJP within the Mahayuti alliance and opens up the possibility of a shift in power with Devendra Fadnavis as chief minister again – was the stuff of sober introspection too for the Congress and Maratha strongman Sharad Pawar. The BJP was ahead in 125 seats, close to the halfway mark of 144 on its own, while the Shiv Sena had leads in 56 and the NCP in 35. In contrast, the Congress was ahead in just 21, the Shiv Sena(UBT) in 17 and the NCP(SP) in 13. Maharashtra Chief Minister Shinde and his deputies Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar were leading in their respective assembly constituencies. Maharashtra Congress president Nana Patole was leading narrowly from the Sakoli constituency and Shiv Sena (UBT) leader and sitting MLA Aaditya Thackeray was leading in the Worli assembly seat. BJP MLC Darekar said, “Based on the current trends, I believe the BJP will be the single largest party and Devendra Fadnavis should become the chief minister.” The Congress, for which Priyanka Gandhi’s win in the Wayanad Lok Sabha by-poll is the proverbial silver lining in a dark cloud, counted its reverses in Maharashtra. Its legislature party leader and former minister Balasaheb Thorat was trailing in Sangamner as was senior Congress leader and former chief minister Prithviraj Chavan in the Karad South assembly seat. “It’s devastating, heartbreaking for us ... The BJP is leading due to the amazing groundwork they must’ve done and seat distribution,” Congress spokesperson Lavanya Ballal told deKoder. In the ruling Mahayuti alliance, the BJP contested 149 assembly seats, the Shiv Sena 81 seats, and the Ajit Pawar-led NCP in 59 constituencies. In the MVA combine, the Congress fielded 101 candidates, Shiv Sena(UBT) 95 and the NCP(SP) 86. Meanwhile, the JMM-led coalition stormed to power for the second time in a row in Jharkhand, steamrolling the BJP-headed NDA, by winning 56 seats in the 81-member assembly. In the 2019 elections, the JMM- Congress- alliance emerged victorious in 47 seats. The JMM coasted to victory in 34 seats, while alliance partners Congress and RJD won in 16 and four constituencies respectively. The CPI(ML) Liberation got two seats. The NDA, on the other hand, had to be contented with just 24 seats, with BJP winning 21, while its three partners – Ajsu Party, Lok Janshakti Party(Ram Vilas) and JD(U) – bagged one seat each. Chief Minister Hemant Soren, who is now out on bail in a money-laundering case, led a campaign highlighting the social welfare schemes of his government and alleged conspiracy against him by the BJP-led Centre, while the saffron party canvassed aggressively focusing on “corruption” of his administration and “infiltration from Bangladesh”.Antimicrobial Resistance Market Outlook, Trend Analysis, Insights, Overview and Forecast To 2024-2031 |College Football Playoff: Georgia QB Carson Beck undergoes UCL surgery, to miss postseason

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Luigi Nicholas Mangione, the alleged shooter of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, evaded police law enforcement following the shooting on Dec . 4. As there are many questions surrounding Mangione, one thing that has come up in his social media posts and talk with friends is that he played his share of games, including Among Us , the popular social deduction game that became a sensation during the pandemic, according to a report from NBC News on Tuesday. There is some attempt to connect the alleged assassination with the game that involved players killing each other, however, that connection is a bit silly. Among Us, a cartoon-styled social deduction party game, became popular with streamers and was played by millions worldwide during the COVID lockdown. A fellow student at the University of Pennsylvania told NBC News that Mangione was part of a group that played games together, and one of the games they played was Among Us. The individual found it "ironic" that Mangione was the suspect in the shooting of Brian Thompson considering the content of the game. "I just found it extremely ironic that, you know, we were in this game and there could actually be a true killer among us," Alejandro Romero told NBC News. The official Among Us X account posted on Tuesday what seemed to be a response to the report that simply said, "Um..." um Among Us is a social deduction game where players have to identify imposters before they kill their crewmates on a virtual spaceship. The game supports four to 10 people, with players taking the role of crew members while one or two players play as a parasitic shape-shifting alien that needs to kill and sabotage the actions of the crew. Social deduction games are not new, with some tabletop versions going back to the 1980s . Among Us came out in 2018 with minimal fanfare, but it was around September 2020 when the game garnered a huge following after prominent Twitch streamers began playing the game. On Oct. 20, 2020, US Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Rep. Ilhan Omar, Democrats from New York and Minnesota, respectively, played the game on stream with prominent Twitch celebs racking up 439,000 concurrent viewers , which was the third-highest single stream of all time for the streaming platform. A month later, a report said the game had more than half a billion users . As people dig through Mangione's past to uncover his possible motivations for the alleged shooting, there have been more glimpses of his gaming habits. In the yearbook for Gilman School, where Mangione was valedictorian, he was named as being the " Best at Pick-up Lines " and mentioned that he played Smash Bros., the Nintendo mascot fighting game, although which version was not specified. He also mentioned the fighting game Tekken and hero shooter Overwatch in another rant, as reported by the Daily Mail . It appears the 26-year-old man simply did the typical activities that most young people did while growing up. Mangione is currently in custody in Pennsylvania after being apprehended by law enforcement on Monday after receiving a tip from a customer at a McDonald's . Has been denied bail by a judge and is waiting to see if he will be extradited to New York where he will face charges for the crime. In his first public words since a five-day search ended with his arrest at a McDonald's in Pennsylvania, Mangione emerged from a patrol car shouting about an "insult to the intelligence of the American people" while deputies pushed him inside a courthouse.Gordon Brown has declared his opposition to legalising assisted (Owen Humphrey Media Assignments/PA) dying Former prime minister Gordon Brown has declared his opposition to legalising assisted dying, which will soon be debated by MPs. The former Labour PM said the death of his newborn daughter in 2002 did “not convince me of the case for assisted dying; it convinced me of the value and imperative of good end-of-life care”. In a rare intervention ahead of the Commons debate on the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill on Friday, November 29, Mr Brown shared a glimpse of the time he and his wife Sarah spent with their baby, Jennifer, who died when she was only 11 days old. Writing in the Guardian newspaper, Mr Brown said: “We could only sit with her, hold her tiny hand and be there for her as life ebbed away. She died in our arms. “But those days we spent with her remain among the most precious days of my and Sarah’s lives.” While he acknowledged that at the heart of the assisted dying debate is a “desire to prevent suffering”, the former Labour MP called for a commission on end-of-life care to be set up, instead of the law change which MPs will consider. This commission, he said, should work to create a “fully-funded, 10-year strategy for improved and comprehensive palliative care”. “When only a small fraction of the population are expected to choose assisted dying, would it not be better to focus all our energies on improving all-round hospice care to reach everyone in need of end of life support?” he said. Mr Brown added: “Medical advances that can transform end-of-life care and the horror of people dying alone, as with Covid, have taught us a great deal. “This generation have it in our power to ensure no-one should have to face death alone, uncared for, or subject to avoidable pain.” Labour MP Kim Leadbeater is sponsoring the Bill (Ben Whitley/PA) Kim Leadbeater, the Labour MP sponsoring the assisted dying Bill through the Commons, said she was “deeply touched” by Mr Brown’s decision to share his story. The Spen Valley MP said she agreed completely with his calls for better end-of-life care. But Ms Leadbeater added: “He and I agree on very many things but we don’t agree on this. “Only legislation by Parliament can put right what Sir Keir Starmer calls the ‘injustice that we have trapped within our current arrangement’. “The need to address the inability of the current law to provide people with safeguards against coercion and the choice of a better death, and to protect their loved ones from possible prosecution, cannot wait. “So for me it isn’t a case of one or the other. My Bill already includes the need for the Government to report back to Parliament on the availability and quality of palliative care, and I strongly support further detailed examination of its provision. We need to do both.” Though Ms Leadbeater made reference to the Prime Minister as she set out her difference from Mr Brown’s position, Sir Keir has opted not to say whether he will support the Bill. MPs will be given a free vote on the legislation, meaning their political parties will not require them to vote for or against it, and it will be a matter for their personal consideration. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper is the latest senior minister to disclose her position on assisted dying, signalling to broadcasters on Friday that she may support the Bill. “I continue to support the principle of needing change but also to ensure that we’ve got the proper safeguards and systems in place,” she told ITV’s Good Morning Britain. Asked if that meant a “yes” when the Bill comes to the Commons, she replied: “I think I last voted on this about 20 years ago and so I have supported the principle in the past and continue to believe that change is needed but we do need to have that debate on the detail and I’ll continue to follow that debate next Friday.”Tidal Investments LLC raised its position in Fabrinet ( NYSE:FN – Free Report ) by 46.3% during the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The firm owned 3,089 shares of the technology company’s stock after acquiring an additional 978 shares during the quarter. Tidal Investments LLC’s holdings in Fabrinet were worth $730,000 at the end of the most recent quarter. Several other institutional investors and hedge funds have also bought and sold shares of the company. Wellington Management Group LLP grew its position in shares of Fabrinet by 1.7% during the 3rd quarter. Wellington Management Group LLP now owns 1,169,162 shares of the technology company’s stock valued at $276,437,000 after acquiring an additional 19,677 shares during the period. Geode Capital Management LLC lifted its position in Fabrinet by 7.6% during the third quarter. Geode Capital Management LLC now owns 986,813 shares of the technology company’s stock valued at $233,359,000 after purchasing an additional 69,554 shares in the last quarter. Whale Rock Capital Management LLC increased its position in Fabrinet by 25.8% in the third quarter. Whale Rock Capital Management LLC now owns 855,767 shares of the technology company’s stock worth $202,338,000 after buying an additional 175,684 shares in the last quarter. Charles Schwab Investment Management Inc. raised its stake in shares of Fabrinet by 14.7% in the third quarter. Charles Schwab Investment Management Inc. now owns 480,550 shares of the technology company’s stock worth $113,621,000 after buying an additional 61,491 shares during the period. Finally, Bank of New York Mellon Corp raised its stake in shares of Fabrinet by 4.1% in the second quarter. Bank of New York Mellon Corp now owns 314,665 shares of the technology company’s stock worth $77,027,000 after buying an additional 12,409 shares during the period. 97.38% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors. Fabrinet Stock Performance FN stock opened at $221.26 on Friday. The company’s fifty day moving average price is $242.77 and its 200-day moving average price is $237.78. Fabrinet has a one year low of $159.69 and a one year high of $278.38. The company has a market capitalization of $8.02 billion, a PE ratio of 26.18 and a beta of 0.92. Wall Street Analyst Weigh In FN has been the subject of several analyst reports. Barclays started coverage on shares of Fabrinet in a report on Thursday, November 14th. They issued an “equal weight” rating and a $292.00 target price for the company. B. Riley downgraded shares of Fabrinet from a “neutral” rating to a “sell” rating and decreased their price objective for the company from $194.00 to $178.00 in a research report on Wednesday, November 20th. Finally, Needham & Company LLC started coverage on shares of Fabrinet in a report on Tuesday, November 5th. They issued a “buy” rating and a $280.00 target price for the company. One research analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating, three have given a hold rating and three have issued a buy rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat, the stock has an average rating of “Hold” and a consensus target price of $252.14. Check Out Our Latest Stock Analysis on FN Fabrinet Company Profile ( Free Report ) Fabrinet provides optical packaging and precision optical, electro-mechanical, and electronic manufacturing services in North America, the Asia-Pacific, and Europe. The company offers a range of advanced optical and electro-mechanical capabilities in the manufacturing process, including process design and engineering, supply chain management, manufacturing, printed circuit board assembly, advanced packaging, integration, final assembly, and testing. See Also Want to see what other hedge funds are holding FN? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for Fabrinet ( NYSE:FN – Free Report ). Receive News & Ratings for Fabrinet Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Fabrinet and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .

HONOLULU (AP) — Michael Rataj had 16 points in Oregon State's 74-65 win over Charleston at the Diamond Head Classic on Sunday. Rataj also had 12 rebounds for the Beavers (9-2). Damarco Minor also scored 16 points, going 5 of 11 from the floor, including 2 for 5 from 3-point range, and 4 for 4 from the line. Parsa Fallah shot 6 of 7 from the field and 2 for 3 from the line to finish with 14 points. The Cougars (8-3) were led by Lazar Djokovic, who recorded 13 points, eight rebounds and two steals. Derrin Boyd added 13 points for Charleston. Deywilk Tavarez also had 10 points. Oregon State took the lead with 15:29 to go in the first half and never looked back. The score was 35-26 at halftime, with Fallah racking up 13 points. Oregon State closed out the victory in the final half, while Minor 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 .

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hannah Hidalgo scored 24 points and No. 6 Notre Dame defeated JuJu Watkins and third-ranked Southern California 74-61 on Saturday in a marquee matchup on the West Coast. Watkins and the Trojans (4-1) fell behind early and were down 21 points in the fourth quarter. She had 24 points, six rebounds and five assists. Hidalgo came out shooting well, hitting 5 of 8 from the floor in the first quarter and had 16 points at the break. She added six rebounds and eight assists. Hidalgo's backcourt mate, Olivia Miles, added 20 points, eight rebounds and seven assists for the Fighting Irish (5-0). Even though Hidalgo outshone her, Watkins’ imprint was all over the game. A documentary about her life aired on NBC leading into the nationally televised game. A buzz arose when Snoop Dogg walked in shortly before tipoff wearing a jacket in USC colors with Watkins' name and number on the front and back. Her sister, Mali, sang the national anthem. Notre Dame: The Irish struck quickly, racing to a 20-10 lead in the opening quarter. Even after cooling off a bit, they never trailed and stayed poised when the Trojans got within three in the second and third quarters. USC: The Trojans were without starting guard Kennedy Smith, whose defense on Hidalgo would have proven valuable. It was announced shortly before tipoff that she had a surgical procedure and will return at some point this season. The Trojans got within three points three times but the Irish remained poised and never gave up the lead. Notre Dame's defense forced the Trojans into 21 turnovers, which led to 22 points for the Irish. Watkins, Kaleigh Heckel and Talia von Oelhoffen had five each. USC was just 1 of 13 from 3-point range Notre Dame plays TCU on Nov. 29 in the Cayman Islands Classic. USC plays Seton Hall in the Women's Acrisure Holiday Invitational on Nov. 27 in Palm Desert, California. Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here. AP women’s college basketball: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-womens-college-basketball-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/womens-college-basketball

NoneMumbai: Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) faced a double blow in the assembly elections, losing its lone MLA and witnessing party chief Raj Thackeray 's son, Amit, suffer a defeat in Mahim. Despite its dismal performance, MNS played spoiler in several key constituencies, splitting the Marathi vote and impacting Shiv Sena (UBT)'s prospects against BJP. Despite polling less than 2% of the total state votes, MNS showed some strength in Mumbai, where it garnered approximately 14% of the vote share. Its strongest showing was in Shivadi, where Bala Nandgaonkar finished second, losing to Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Ajay Choudhary by 7,140 votes. Elsewhere, Amit Thackeray placed third in Mahim, and MNS candidates Sandeep Deshpande (Worli) and Nayan Kadam (Magathane) failed to make an impact. In constituencies, MNS played spoiler. In Ghatkopar West, Ganesh Chukkal's 25,862 votes (15.46%) dented Sena (UBT) candidate Sanjay Bhalerao's chances, paving the way for BJP's sitting MLA Ram Kadam to win by 12,971 votes. In Anushakti Nagar, MNS's Navin Acharya secured 28,362 votes (19.42%), potentially swaying Marathi voters and enabling NCP candidate Sana Malik to narrowly defeat NCP (SP) candidate Fahad Ahmad by 3,378 votes. Ironically. in Worli, where three Senas (Shiv Sena, Shiv Sena-UBT, and MNS) competed, MNS aided Aaditya Thackeray's narrow victory by dividing opposition votes. Maharashtra Jharkhand Maharashtra Alliance View i Party View Seats: 288 Results Majority: 145 BJP+ 229 MVA 47 OTH 12 Results : 288 / 288 BJP+ WON Jharkhand Alliance View i Party View Seats: 81 Results Majority: 41 INDIA 56 NDA 24 OTH 1 Results : 81 / 81 INDIA WON Source: PValue Founded in 2006, the MNS's railway engine symbol is now at risk as the party struggles to meet Election Commission recognition criteria — 6% of valid votes and two elected MLAs or 3% of seats. With no MLAs and declining relevance, Raj Thackeray faces an uphill battle to keep his party on track while reckoning with its role as a spoiler in Maharashtra's political arena.

El Salvador Congress votes to end ban on metal miningOne of the wonderful features of Christmas is how different cultures have different ways of celebrating the holiday. If you are Irish, for example, you might go to Midnight Mass or take a plunge for a Christmas Swim. Italians traditionally celebrate Christmas Eve with the insanely delicious Feast of the Seven Fishes ( La Vigilia in Italian). Germans are generally recognized as the culture that first brought us advent calendars and the Tannenbaum or Christmas tree (thank you, Martin Luther), but they also brought Krampus Nacht for the naughty children. If you are an American small government conservative, however, one Christmas tradition you always look forward to is the annual Festivus airing of grievances from Senator Rand Paul . Each year, Paul publishes a report of some of the worst examples of federal government waste ... and calls out his colleagues on both sides of the aisle while doing so. But Senator Paul may have outdone himself this year. For the first time ever, his Festivus list contains over $1 TRILLION in government waste. That's 'trillion' with a T. Are you listening, Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy, and DOGE ? It's that time of year again. Happy Festivus! I've got a lot of problems with you people! And now, you're gonna hear about it. pic.twitter.com/XHyhyGueTl Paul's full report is available here , but his introduction lets everyone know that, as usual, he is pulling no punches. Last Festivus, we bemoaned the national debt nearing $34 trillion. In just a year, Washington’s career politicians and bureaucrats have managed to push it beyond $36 trillion—unsurprisingly, with hardly a second thought. Who’s to blame for our crushing national debt? Everybody. This year, members of both political parties in Congress voted for massive spending bills, filled with subsidies for underperforming industries, continued military aid to Ukraine, and controversial climate initiatives. As Congress spends to reward its favored pet projects, the American taxpayers are forced to pay through high prices and crippling interest rates. The same big spenders teamed up, yet again, to continue sending Americans’ hard-earned money to foreign countries, funding endless wars, all while STILL ignoring our wide-open southern border. And our mountain of debt will continue to pile even higher. The Congressional Budget Office predicts we will add an average of $2.1 trillion in debt annually for the next decade. According to a July House Budget Committee Report, the U.S. government will add over $6.4 billion of debt every single day for the next ten years, borrowing over $268 million every hour, $4.5 million every minute, and over $74,401 every second. This year, I am highlighting a whopping $1,008,313,329,626.12. That’s over $1 trillion in government waste, including things like ice-skating drag queens, a $12 Million Las Vegas pickleball complex, $4,840,082 on Ukrainian influencers, and more! No matter how much money the government has wasted, politicians keep demanding even more. As always, taking the path to fiscal responsibility is often a lonely journey, but I’ve been fighting government waste like DOGE before DOGE was cool. And I will continue my fight against government waste this holiday season. Paul noted some of the highlights -- or lowlights, to be more precise -- above, but Eric Daugherty was kind enough to summarize some of the ridiculous spending contained in the report. 🚨 BREAKING: Senator Rand Paul releases his yearly report on government waste - the "Festivus Report." $1 TRILLION. In government waste. Highlights of INSANE, useless spending: - $3M for "Girl-Centered Climate Action" in Brazil - $20M for a new Sesame Street show - $10K for the... pic.twitter.com/ubQziZ2dc6 Oh, you can bet that tweet continues: Yikes. Look at all of that. Maybe the Germans need to send Krampus after the naughty adults in Washington, DC. Speaking of DOGE, Paul didn't back away from telling Musk and Ramaswamy that he would hold them to their pledge. I was a one-man @DOGE before @DOGE was a gleam in the eyes of amped-up tech executives, and new media barons got behind the idea. Don't get me wrong, I'm VERY happy they're here. I passed along 2,000 pages of waste to @ElonMusk and @VivekGRamaswamy in the interest of curbing... Paul concludes that tweet with some light ribbing, saying, 'Now, they don't have to work too hard to find what I've already found.' He then listed some of his favorites from the list and took the time to throw some shade at Senator Joni Ernst while he was at it. Here are some of my favorites from this report, soon to become yours, @ElonMusk 's, @VivekGRamaswamy 's, AND @JONIERNST 's. Ok, maybe not hers. I don't know who she thinks she's kidding. She's voted for every spending bill since she got here... Read more here:... pic.twitter.com/zvzXEFdTwM OOF. As if Ernst wasn't already in hot water with conservatives . But as we said, Paul does not hold anything back just because someone might have an (R) after their name. Here are more big-ticket wasteful items Paul released in his report : Some more of the smaller, silliest items include nearly $1 million from the State Department to produce films in Jordan, $300,000 from the National Science Foundation for 'affinity group' safe spaces for bird watchers, $7 million across the federal government for magic projects (yes, magic, as in 'Abracadabra,' your tax money is gone), $10 million from the Department of Defense for cat experiments, another $250,000 from the State Department to fight 'misinformation' in Bosnia, and the list goes on for far too long. The huge dollar figure in Paul's list each year comes from interest on the national debt, which this year accounted for $890 billion in taxpayer money out the window. Paul's airing of grievances isn't limited to just spending, however. He says every year that he uses Festivus to make enemies and this year was no exception. What are some of your Festivus traditions? Tell us in the replies! I tried to get feats of strength on the Senate floor as a tradition, but since everyone else is over 80, there weren't many takers. Quick, who has the higher average age, the Senate or the top touring musical acts of 2024? They have Jagger, Richards, Springsteen, and Dylan, but we have Grassley. It's a tough call. Ouch. We are also seeing the end of an era, a new Republican Majority for the first time in nearly a century not led by Mitch McConnell. I don't want to tell Mitch it's time to retire, but his best job offer so far is a reboot of Tales from the Crypt. HAHAHAHA. Hey, maybe we ought to consider term limits, Washington. What do you think? Shots were fired at Democrats too, of course. The other Chuck (Schumer) was trying to joke with me the other day that my amendment to fix Social Security got only 3 votes. Well, Chuck, that's 3 more people who won't be sad when you're no longer the leader in January. No one will be sad to see Schumer and his raw hamburger grilling photos out of the Majority Leader position. Trump's new MAHA czar (and HHS Secretary) RFK, Jr. was in for some ribbing as well. But I can tell you this: He will pry the Diet Coke out of my cold, dead hands. And Paul welcomed in new Education Secretary Linda McMahon who has the ideal professional background for Capitol Hill. Our new Secretary of Education made her money in professional wrestling as Chair of WWE. So Linda McMahon is PERFECT for politics. They are a bunch of overamped loudmouths following their script and pretending they are shocked by the outcome. After all of the ribbing (Ted Cruz and Kevin McCarthy got some too), Paul returned to a point about which he is deadly serious. The power some of us will have must be used for good — like putting Fauci in jail. Last year, I hoped that Congress would hold Dr. Fauci accountable. Though the House tried, he's still walking around a free man. Well, he's got two new major problems for Christmas this year — I'm the incoming chairman of the Senate HSGAC committee, and I have subpoena power to... The tweet concludes, '... I have subpoena power to force him to turn over everything he's been hiding.' That Fauci monster who calls himself 'The Science' should probably be getting VERY worried right about now. Paul promised to return later tonight with more 'airing of grievances, but before he took a break away from Twitter, he did offer one final explanation for why Washington is the way it is. Of course, evil is only one part of their MO. Some of it is just sheer stupidity. Embrace the power of 'AND,' Dr. Paul. The rest of America has.

MUNICH, Germany :Bayern Munich's Harry Kane scored a hat-trick with two of the goals in second half stoppage time, to give the league leaders a 3-0 win over visitors Augsburg on Friday and open up an eight-point gap at the top with their sixth straight clean sheet across all competitions. The Bavarians, who take on Paris St Germain in the Champions League on Tuesday, are undefeated in the Bundesliga and on 29 points following their fifth consecutive league game without conceding a goal. Second-placed RB Leipzig, who travel to Hoffenheim on Saturday, are on 21 points. "We said at half time we should just keep going and create chances," Kane, who has scored 14 league goals this season, told reporters. "Thankfully we got the penalty and from there the game opened up." Kane has scored 50 league goals since joining Bayern last year, needing just 43 Bundesliga games to reach that mark, faster than any player in the league's history. Bayern have a busy schedule coming up with PSG on Tuesday before the trip to Borussia Dortmund in the Bundesliga in a week. They cap off their 11-day four-match run with the German Cup last-16 clash at home to holders Bayer Leverkusen on Dec. 3. "We have a big week ahead with PSG in the Champions League then Dortmund then Leverkusen in the Cup. We're in a good moment, we're feeling good and should just keep the momentum up," Kane said. As expected Bayern had more than 70 per cent possession for much of the first half but Augsburg had keeper Nediljko Labrovic to thank for a goalless first half after the Croatia international stopped efforts from Harry Kane, Jamal Musiala and Leon Goretzka, who also hit the crossbar four minutes after the restart. Labrovic then denied Michael Olise in the 51st but could do nothing to prevent Kane from scoring with a well-taken 63rd minute penally. The England captain was then awarded another penalty following a lengthy VAR review in stoppage time with Augsburg's Keven Schlotterbeck sent off for tripping him in front of goal. Labrovic was beaten by Kane once more after picking the wrong side again before the forward completed his hat-trick only seconds later after controlling a Goretzka cross with a superb first touch and then heading in.

Actress Sonakshi Sinha and Karishma Tanna are enjoying the Boxing Day test match between India and Australia in Melbourne. The actress was seen among the humongous crowd of fans at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Thursday. Sonakshi took to the Stories section of her Instagram and shared several videos of herself in which she could be seen cheering for team India. One of the videos posted by the actress also shows her husband Zaheer Iqbal playing cricket with the kids on the ground during the break. ‘ Will Not Be Repeated’: Mukesh Khanna Reacts After Sonakshi Sinha Slams Him for Questioning Her Upbringing Over Ramayana Knowledge . Karishma Tanna also shared pictures from the venue along with her husband Varun Bangera. In one of the pictures, posted by the actress on her feed, she can be seen holding the Indian tri-colour. India and Australia are locking horns in the Boxing Day test which started on Thursday. The game, 4th in this series, is extremely crucial as it will decide the winner of the Border–Gavaskar Trophy as the series is currently tied at 1-1. While India won the first test match making a stellar comeback, Australia, who have been crowned the World Champions in cricket for most number of time, changed gears in the second test, and defeated India. The third test was washed out by the rains, and was declared a draw as India avoided the follow-on. ‘Ek Video Bhi Nahi Lene Dega’: Zaheer Iqbal’s Beach Prank on Wife Sonakshi Sinha During Australian Vacation Goes Viral – WATCH . With Australia at 300 for 6 wickets (at the time of filing this report), the match seems to be in favour of Australia so far as India hasn’t been able to put up a fighting score at the wickets in this series except for the first test match. However, team India’s legendary bowler Jasprit Bumrah managed to get some crucial wickets including the early breakthrough of Travis Head. Travis, who has been troubling India in this series, was made to walk out on a duck by Bumrah in the first innings of the match on Thursday. 4 batsmen from Australia, Sam Konstas, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith have scored half centuries in the match, making their team sit at a comfortable position. Team India’s batsmen face a monumental task of chasing, particularly because the batting department of the team, despite being the deepest batting line-up in the world, has been an area of concern for the team. (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Dec 26, 2024 10:42 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com ).Another misconception surrounding the idea of "Trump 2.0" is the belief that this individual will automatically inherit the same level of support and following as Donald Trump. Professor Ouyang pointed out that political dynamics are constantly shifting, and new leaders must work to earn their own support base. Factors such as changing demographics, evolving ideologies, and external events can all influence the level of backing a political figure receives. Assuming a seamless transfer of support from one leader to another overlooks the complexities of political engagement.1 jili slot 。

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Google Flexes Its Tech Muscles With Quantum Computing Chip, WaymoTravel Agency Software Market Expecting the Unexpected future in 2030; SWOT analysis, investment feasibility analysis 11-23-2024 08:09 PM CET | Advertising, Media Consulting, Marketing Research Press release from: AMA Research & Media LLP Travel Agency Software Advance Market Analytics published a new research publication on "Global Travel Agency Software Market Insights, to 2030" with 232 pages and enriched with self-explained Tables and charts in presentable format. In the Study, you will find new evolving Trends, Drivers, Restraints, Opportunities generated by targeting market-associated stakeholders. The growth of the Travel Agency Software market was mainly driven by the increasing R&D spending across the world. 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7 jili casino World News | South Korean President Yoon's Impeachment Fails as His Ruling Party Boycotts VoteKamala Harris Campaigning With Liz Cheney Flopped with Key Voter GroupOWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — Fresh off one of its best showings of the season, the Baltimore defense now has another problem to worry about. Roquan Smith missed practice again Friday because of a hamstring injury. Although the Ravens didn't officially rule him or anyone else out — they don't play until Monday night — the All-Pro linebacker's status seems dicey. “Definitely it will be a challenge if Roquan can’t go,” defensive coordinator Zach Orr said. “We’re holding out hope and everything like that. I think it’ll just be by committee. Not one person is going to replace Roquan. Roquan’s an every-down linebacker.” Although the Ravens lost 18-16 last weekend, Baltimore didn't allow a touchdown. That was an encouraging sign for a team that ranks 26th in the league in total defense. Baltimore is on the road Monday against the Los Angeles Chargers. The Ravens appear to have dodged one potential nightmare. Star safety Kyle Hamilton injured an ankle against Cincinnati on Nov. 7, but he was able to play almost every defensive snap the following week against Pittsburgh. But Smith was injured in that game and didn't practice Thursday or Friday. Linebacker Malik Harrison had a season high in tackles last weekend and figures to have a significant role if Smith can't go. “We tell these guys, ‘You’re one play away to going in there — you never know, so you got to stay ready.’ Malik — he was ready,” Orr said. “I thought he went in there and did a good job, especially after the first series, he settled down. That’s what we expect from him.” It's hard to tell whether last week can be a significant turning point for Baltimore's defense. The Ravens allowed only 10 points in a dominant win over Buffalo in Week 4, then yielded 38 against Cincinnati the following game. After allowing 10 against Denver, the Ravens were picked apart by the Bengals again a few days later. So they still haven't shown they can play a good game defensively and then build on it. “I think it’s easier said than done. It’s something that we kind of got caught up saying against Buffalo and then coming up the next week and not doing," Hamilton said. "We’re aware of it now and know that we played a good game, but I think we can get a lot better, and I think that’s kind of the mindset everybody on defense has right now.” Hamilton's ability to make a difference all over the field is part of what makes him valuable, but positioning him deep is one way the Ravens can try to guard against big passing plays. Pittsburgh's Russell Wilson threw for only 205 yards against Baltimore. That's after Joe Burrow passed for 428 and four touchdowns in the Ravens' previous game. “I’ve always seen myself as a safety. A versatile one, but at the end of the day, I think I play safety,” Hamilton said. “If I’m asked to go play safety, I feel like that’s not an issue for me to play safety if I’m a safety.” NOTES: In addition to Smith, WR Rashod Bateman (knee), DT Travis Jones (ankle), S Sanoussi Kane (ankle) C Tyler Linderbaum (back) and CB Arthur Maulet (calf) missed practice Friday. WR Nelson Agholor (illness) returned to full participation after missing Thursday's practice. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFL

NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stock indexes drifted lower Tuesday in the runup to the highlight of the week for the market, the latest update on inflation that’s coming on Wednesday. The S&P 500 dipped 0.3%, a day after pulling back from its latest all-time high . They’re the first back-to-back losses for the index in nearly a month, as momentum slows following a big rally that has it on track for one of its best years of the millennium . The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 154 points, or 0.3%, and the Nasdaq composite slipped 0.3%. Tech titan Oracle dragged on the market and sank 6.7% after reporting growth for the latest quarter that fell just short of analysts’ expectations. It was one of the heaviest weights on the S&P 500, even though CEO Safra Catz said the company saw record demand related to artificial-intelligence technology for its cloud infrastructure business, which trains generative AI models. AI has been a big source of growth that’s helped many companies’ stock prices skyrocket. Oracle’s stock had already leaped more than 80% for the year coming into Tuesday, which raised the bar of expectations for its profit report. In the bond market, Treasury yields ticked higher ahead of Wednesday’s report on the inflation that U.S. consumers are feeling. Economists expect it to show similar increases as the month before. Wednesday’s update and a report on Thursday about inflation at the wholesale level will be the final big pieces of data the Federal Reserve will get before its meeting next week, where many investors expect the year’s third cut to interest rates . The Fed has been easing its main interest rate from a two-decade high since September to take pressure off the slowing jobs market, after bringing inflation nearly down to its 2% target. Lower rates would help give support to the economy, but they could also provide more fuel for inflation. Expectations for a series of cuts through next year have been a big reason the S&P 500 has set so many records this year. Trading in the options market suggests traders aren’t expecting a very big move for U.S. stocks following Wednesday’s report, according to strategists at Barclays. But a reading far off expectations in either direction could quickly change that. The yield on the 10-year Treasury rose to 4.22% from 4.20% late Monday. Even though the Fed has been cutting its main interest rate, mortgage rates have been more stubborn to stay high and have been volatile since the autumn. That has hampered the housing industry, and homebuilder Toll Brothers’ stock fell 6.9% even though it delivered profit and revenue for the latest quarter that topped analysts’ expectations. CEO Douglas Yearley Jr. said the luxury builder has been seeing strong demand since the start of its fiscal year six weeks ago, an encouraging signal as it approaches the beginning of the spring selling season in mid-January. Elsewhere on Wall Street, Alaska Air Group soared 13.2% after raising its forecast for profit in the current quarter. The airline said demand for flying around the holidays has been stronger than expected. It also approved a plan to buy back up to $1 billion of its stock, along with new service from Seattle to Tokyo and Seoul . Boeing climbed 4.5% after saying it’s resuming production of its bestselling plane , the 737 Max, for the first time since 33,000 workers began a seven-week strike that ended in early November. Vail Resorts rose 2.5% after the ski resort operator reported a smaller first-quarter loss than analysts expected in what is traditionally its worst quarter. All told, the S&P 500 fell 17.94 points to 6,034.91. The Dow dipped 154.10 to 44,247.83, and the Nasdaq composite slipped 49.45 to 19,687.24. In stock markets abroad, indexes were mixed in China after the world’s second-largest economy said its exports rose by less than expected in November. Stocks rose 0.6% in Shanghai but fell 0.5% in Hong Kong. Indexes fell across much of Europe ahead of a meeting this week by the European Central Bank, where the widespread expectation is for another cut in interest rates. AP Business Writers Matt Ott and Elaine Kurtenbach contributed.None

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CrowdStrike Gets High Marks For Handling Crisis — But Issues Still LingerTwo weeks ago, Ole Miss had arrived . Lane Kiffin finally had his big win . The focus of the previous year, all the money, all the talent procurement, all about making the College Football Playoff , seemed a slam dunk. On Saturday, Florida players took an Ole Miss logo from its sideline and used it for dunking practice. Ole Miss had not arrived. It was being dunked on . Advertisement Barring a miracle of carnage among other contenders, no amount of politicking by SEC commissioner Greg Sankey can save the Rebels . They’re probably done. But ultimately, Ole Miss is not set to miss the Playoff because it lost Saturday to Florida. It’s probably going to be left out because it lost at home to Kentucky, way back in September. Therein lies the ultimate lesson about the new world of the Playoff, what it takes and why Kiffin and his program didn’t have it this season. Free, daily sports updates direct to your inbox. document.querySelectorAll(".in-content-module[data-module-id='the-pulse-newsletter'] .in-content-module-img img ").forEach((el) => { el.setAttribute("style", "pointer-events: none;");}) Free, daily sports updates direct to your inbox. The game has changed. It no longer requires perfection or near perfection. It requires survival. In the world of megaconferences, where schedules are more varied, teams need to be built for the long haul, physically and mentally. They can’t put everything into one or two big games but shirk the other ones. They can’t get too up or too down. It’s much more an NFL -style approach: just get in the Playoff. Ole Miss wasn’t that team this year. But a good example of that is the team Ole Miss beat two weeks ago: Georgia . Kirby Smart’s team looked overmatched in Oxford on both sides of the ball. It looked physically beat up and mentally tired from a schedule rated the hardest in the country entering this weekend by ESPN and two other computer models. But as bad as the Bulldogs looked in that game, they still have only two losses and are still alive in the Playoff chase. Georgia, for all its warts, including the 18-point loss in Oxford, is on the verge of making the Playoff because it won enough big games — Texas, Clemson , Tennessee — and because when it had its come-to-Jesus game at Kentucky, it won it. Just like it survived Florida, which is improving each week, as the Rebels are painfully aware. And Georgia, just to be sure, still needs to beat Georgia Tech next week. That’s an adjustment for a Georgia program that had not lost a regular-season game in four years. Advertisement “Of course, your goal going into every season is not to lose one. (But) with the extended Playoffs, that added a little more leeway,” Georgia guard Tate Ratledge said. “When we saw the schedule, we knew what it was going to be. We were going to play a lot of really good football teams, and we have another one this week. There’s no weeks off.” GO DEEPER Ole Miss loses to Florida 24-17 as CFP chances slip away Well, there sort of was a week off for Georgia, which pulled away from U-Mass on Saturday , 59-21. Tennessee , the biggest winner from Ole Miss’ loss on Saturday, had its own phone-it-in game, 59-0 over UTEP . But both teams have losable games next week, and here’s another illustration of how the game has changed in the bigger and harder SEC: Nobody is absolutely, safely in the Playoff yet. The only one-loss team is Texas , which has no ranked wins and would be sweating it if it loses at Texas A&M next week. Alabama , Georgia and now Tennessee may be on the right side of the bubble, but one loss between now and the SEC championship may change that. Oh, and about the SEC championship: Kiffin set himself up for a karmic fall this week when, in his usual admirable honesty, he said he and other coaches wanted to avoid playing in the SEC championship. Get that week off to rest up and not risk a loss that could cost them Playoff seeding or even a Playoff spot. Well, that’s not an issue for the Rebels anymore. This team is good enough to win the whole thing. It has an elite defensive front, elite receivers and a quarterback in Jaxson Dart who often has looked elite this year — but not the final few minutes of the debacle in Gainesville. Kiffin will be dinged again for not having what it takes ... again. That’s still premature. Kiffin is struggling to close the deal as a coach, but he keeps getting close. He has matured from the coach who talked too much at Tennessee, got fired on the tarmac at USC and wore out his welcome at Alabama. Set aside his past, and there’s a great offensive mind and program-builder, and he’s still only 49 years old. Advertisement There’s still a chance of something great happening for Kiffin, and it could still be at Ole Miss, which has a collective head Walker Jones who has made it clear the offseason spending push was about trying to capitalize and then sustain and not about 2024-or-bust. It doesn’t look like it worked for this year. So it’ll be back to the transfer portal this offseason, and questions will continue about whether that’s truly the best model. They’ll also continue about Kiffin. The jury remains out on that. What is clear is that for all the talk that the expanded Playoff will devalue the regular season, it’s harder to make it than many thought. There are a lot of good teams. But there are still some mediocre teams too. 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The Vikings and their in-gear offense will be a tough team to outscore moving forwardLAS VEGAS — Players Era Festival organizers have done what so many other have tried — bet their fortunes in this city that a big payoff is coming. Such bet are usually bad ones, which is why so many massive casino-resorts have been built on Las Vegas Boulevard. But it doesn't mean the organizers are wrong. They're counting on the minimum of $1 million in guaranteed name, image and likeness money that will go to each of the eight teams competing in the neutral-site tournament that begins Tuesday will create a precedent for other such events. EverWonder Studios CEO Ian Orefice, who co-founded Players with former AND1 CEO Seth Berger, compared this event to last year's inaugural NBA In-Season Tournament that played its semifinals and final in Las Vegas by saying it "did really well to reinvigorate the fan base at the beginning of the year." "We're excited that we're able to really change the paradigm in college basketball on the economics," Orefice said. "But for us, it's about the long term. How do we use the momentum that is launching with the 2024 Players Era Festival and be the catalyst not to change one event, but to change college basketball for the future." Orefice and Berger didn't disclose financial details, but said the event will come close to breaking even this year and that revenue is in eight figures. Orefice said the bulk of the revenue will come from relationships with MGM, TNT Sports and Publicis Sport & Entertainment as well as sponsors that will be announced later. Both organizers said they are so bullish on the tournament's prospects that they already are planning ahead. Money made from this year's event, Orefice said, goes right back into the company. "We're really in this for the long haul," Orefice said. "So we're not looking at it on a one-year basis." Rick Giles is president of the Gazelle Group, which also operates several similar events, including the College Basketball Invitational. He was skeptical the financial numbers would work. Giles said in addition to more than $8 million going to the players, there were other expenses such as the guarantees to the teams. He said he didn't know if the tournament would make up the difference with ticket sales, broadcast rights and sponsorship money. The top bowl of the MGM Grand Garden Arena will be curtained off. "The math is highly challenging," Giles said. "Attendance and ticket revenues are not going to come anywhere close to covering that. They haven't announced any sponsors that I'm aware of. So it all sort of rests with their media deal with Turner and how much capital they want to commit to it to get these players paid." David Carter, a University of Southern California adjunct professor who also runs the Sports Business Group consultancy, said even if the Players isn't a financial success this year, the question is whether there will be enough interest to move forward. "If there is bandwidth for another tournament and if the TV or the streaming ratings are going to be there and people are going to want to attend and companies are going to want to sponsor, then, yeah, it's probably going to work," Carter said. "But it may take them time to gain that traction." Both founders said they initially were met with skepticism about putting together such an event, especially from teams they were interested in inviting. Houston was the first school to commit, first offering an oral pledge early in the year and then signing a contract in April. That created momentum for others to join, and including the No. 6 Cougars, half the field is ranked. "We have the relationships to operate a great event," Berger said. "We had to get coaches over those hurdles, and once they knew that we were real, schools got on board really quickly." The founders worked with the NCAA to make sure the tournament abided by that organization's rules, so players must appear at ancillary events in order to receive NIL money. Strict pay for play is not allowed, though there are incentives for performance. The champion, for example, will receive $1.5 million in NIL money. Now the pressure is on to pull off the event and not create the kind of headlines that can dog it for years to come. "I think everybody in the marketplace is watching what's going to happen (this) week and, more importantly, what happens afterwards," Giles said. "Do the players get paid on a timely basis? And if they do, that means that Turner or somebody has paid way more than the market dictates? And the question will be: Can that continue?" CREIGHTON: P oint guard Steven Ashworth likely won’t play in the No. 21 Bluejays’ game against San Diego State in the Players Era Festival in Las Vegas. Ashworth sprained his right ankle late in a loss to Nebraska on Friday and coach Greg McDermott said afterward he didn’t know how long he would be out. Get local news delivered to your inbox!NoneSanctuary Advisors LLC raised its holdings in Ryder System, Inc. ( NYSE:R – Free Report ) by 1.7% in the 3rd quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 7,826 shares of the transportation company’s stock after purchasing an additional 131 shares during the period. Sanctuary Advisors LLC’s holdings in Ryder System were worth $1,141,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period. Several other hedge funds and other institutional investors also recently modified their holdings of the business. UMB Bank n.a. lifted its holdings in Ryder System by 43.2% during the 3rd quarter. UMB Bank n.a. now owns 265 shares of the transportation company’s stock worth $39,000 after purchasing an additional 80 shares in the last quarter. Truist Financial Corp lifted its holdings in shares of Ryder System by 0.6% in the second quarter. Truist Financial Corp now owns 14,303 shares of the transportation company’s stock worth $1,772,000 after buying an additional 90 shares in the last quarter. MML Investors Services LLC boosted its position in shares of Ryder System by 4.7% in the third quarter. MML Investors Services LLC now owns 2,078 shares of the transportation company’s stock valued at $303,000 after acquiring an additional 94 shares during the period. Buckley Wealth Management LLC increased its holdings in Ryder System by 1.1% during the 3rd quarter. Buckley Wealth Management LLC now owns 9,660 shares of the transportation company’s stock worth $1,408,000 after acquiring an additional 105 shares during the period. Finally, GAMMA Investing LLC lifted its stake in Ryder System by 20.2% in the 3rd quarter. GAMMA Investing LLC now owns 708 shares of the transportation company’s stock worth $103,000 after purchasing an additional 119 shares in the last quarter. Institutional investors own 87.47% of the company’s stock. Ryder System Price Performance Shares of NYSE:R opened at $155.66 on Friday. The company has a quick ratio of 0.74, a current ratio of 0.74 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 2.17. The stock has a market cap of $6.58 billion, a PE ratio of 14.56 and a beta of 1.30. The company’s fifty day moving average is $158.21 and its 200 day moving average is $142.11. Ryder System, Inc. has a 52 week low of $106.62 and a 52 week high of $171.78. Ryder System Dividend Announcement The firm also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Friday, December 20th. Shareholders of record on Monday, November 18th were issued a $0.81 dividend. This represents a $3.24 annualized dividend and a yield of 2.08%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Monday, November 18th. Ryder System’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 30.31%. Analyst Ratings Changes Several research analysts have recently weighed in on the stock. StockNews.com cut shares of Ryder System from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Tuesday, October 29th. The Goldman Sachs Group lifted their price target on Ryder System from $160.00 to $183.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research report on Thursday, December 12th. Finally, JPMorgan Chase & Co. decreased their price objective on shares of Ryder System from $148.00 to $144.00 and set a “neutral” rating on the stock in a research report on Friday, October 25th. Four research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and four have issued a buy rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat, the company currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $147.43. Check Out Our Latest Analysis on Ryder System Insider Transactions at Ryder System In related news, insider Thomas M. Havens sold 4,000 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction dated Wednesday, November 6th. The shares were sold at an average price of $157.44, for a total transaction of $629,760.00. Following the transaction, the insider now owns 20,504 shares in the company, valued at $3,228,149.76. The trade was a 16.32 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through this hyperlink . Corporate insiders own 5.10% of the company’s stock. Ryder System Profile ( Free Report ) Ryder System, Inc operates as a logistics and transportation company worldwide. It operates through three segments: Fleet Management Solutions (FMS), Supply Chain Solutions (SCS), and Dedicated Transportation Solutions (DTS). The FMS segment offers full-service leasing and leasing with flexible maintenance options; commercial vehicle rental services; and contract or transactional maintenance services of trucks, tractors, and trailers; access to diesel fuel; and fuel planning and tax reporting, cards, and monitoring services, and centralized billing, as well as sells used vehicles through its retail sales centers and www.ryder.com/used-trucks website, as well as digital and technology support services. Recommended Stories Want to see what other hedge funds are holding R? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for Ryder System, Inc. ( NYSE:R – Free Report ). 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PRINCETON, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec 5, 2024-- UroGen Pharma Ltd. (Nasdaq: URGN), a biotech company dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative solutions that treat urothelial and specialty cancers, today announced the presentation of the Phase 3 ENVISION trial’s efficacy and safety results at the Society of Urologic Oncology (SUO) annual meeting in Dallas, TX. These results, published online in the Journal of Urology in October, demonstrate that treatment with investigational therapy UGN-102, a mitomycin-based intravesical solution, resulted in a high and clinically meaningful complete response rate that was durable in patients with recurrent low-grade intermediate-risk non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer (LG-IR-NMIBC). "Finding options for patients with recurrent low-grade bladder cancer continues to be a major unmet need,” says Max Kates, R. Christian B. Evensen Professor and an Associate Professor of Urology and Oncology, and Director, Division of Urologic Oncology at the Brady Urological Institute at Johns Hopkins and ENVISION study investigator. “We are excited by the overall results of the ENVISION trial, especially the durability of response data, that support the potential of UGN-102 as a viable treatment option for these patients." In the ENVISION study, UGN-102 treatment showed an impressive 82.3% (95% CI: 75.9%, 87.1%) duration of response (DOR) at 12 months, according to the Kaplan-Meier estimate, in patients who achieved a complete response (CR) at 3 months following the initial treatment with UGN-102. The DOR at 15 months (n=43) and 18 months (n=9) remained robust, both at 80.9% (95% CI: 73.9%, 86.2%) according to the Kaplan-Meier estimates. These results build upon the trial’s positive primary endpoint, a 79.6% (95% CI: 73.9%, 84.5%) CR rate 3 months after the first instillation of UGN-102. The side effect profile of UGN-102 was consistent with previous clinical trials, further supporting its potential as a new treatment option for patients with LG-IR-NMIBC. "We are excited by the progress made in advancing UGN-102 as a potential treatment for LG-IR-NMIBC and securing a PDUFA goal date of June 13, 2025, from the FDA,” said Mark Schoenberg, M.D., Chief Medical Officer, UroGen. “The strong durability of response observed in the ENVISION study highlights UGN-102’s promising potential for patients. Given that many LG-IR-NMIBC patients are elderly and endure multiple surgeries under general anesthesia for their condition that impact their health and quality of life, there is an urgent need for alternative treatment options that can prolong recurrence-free periods and enhance patient outcomes." The most common treatment-emergent adverse events (TEAEs) in the ENVISION trial were dysuria, hematuria, urinary tract infection, pollakiuria, fatigue, and urinary retention. TEAEs were typically mild-to-moderate in severity and resolved or resolving. The ENVISION trial demonstrated a similar safety profile to that observed in other studies of UGN-102. About UGN-102 UGN-102 (mitomycin) for intravesical solution is an innovative drug formulation of mitomycin, currently in Phase 3 development for the treatment of LG-IR-NMIBC. Utilizing UroGen’s proprietary RTGel ® technology, a sustained release, hydrogel-based formulation, UGN-102 is designed to treat tumors by enabling longer exposure of bladder tissue to mitomycin. UGN-102 is delivered to patients using a standard urinary catheter in an outpatient setting by a trained healthcare professional. UroGen completed the NDA submission for UGN-102 in August, ahead of schedule. The FDA accepted the NDA for UGN-102 and assigned a PDUFA goal date of June 13, 2025. About Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer (NMIBC) In the U.S., bladder cancer is the second most common urologic cancer in men. LG-IR-NMIBC represents approximately 22,000 newly diagnosed bladder cancer patients each year and an estimated 60,000 recurrences annually among patients diagnosed from previous years. Bladder cancer primarily affects older populations with increased risk of comorbidities, with the median age of diagnosis being 73 years. Guideline recommendations for the management of NMIBC include trans-urethral resection of bladder tumor (TURBT) as the standard of care. Up to 70 percent of NMIBC patients experience at least one recurrence and LG-IR-NMIBC patients are even more likely to recur and face repeated TURBT procedures. LG-IR-NMIBC is characterized by early or frequent recurrences, multiple tumors, or a solitary tumor larger than three centimeters. About ENVISION The Phase 3 ENVISION trial is a single-arm, multinational, multicenter study evaluating the efficacy and safety of UGN-102 (mitomycin) for intravesical solution as a therapy for patients with LG-IR-NMIBC. The Phase 3 ENVISION trial completed target enrollment with approximately 240 patients across 56 sites. Study participants received six once-weekly intravesical instillations of UGN-102. The primary endpoint evaluated the CR rate at the three-month assessment after the first instillation, and the key secondary endpoint evaluated durability over time in patients who achieved a CR at the three-month assessment. Learn more about the Phase 3 ENVISION trial at www.clinicaltrials.gov (NCT05243550). About UroGen Pharma Ltd. UroGen is a biotech company dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative solutions that treat urothelial and specialty cancers because patients deserve better options. UroGen has developed RTGel reverse-thermal hydrogel, a proprietary sustained-release, hydrogel-based platform technology that has the potential to improve the therapeutic profiles of existing drugs. UroGen’s sustained release technology is designed to enable longer exposure of the urinary tract tissue to medications, making local therapy a potentially more effective treatment option. Our first product to treat low-grade upper tract urothelial cancer and investigational treatment UGN-102 (mitomycin) for intravesical solution for patients with LG-IR-NMIBC are designed to ablate tumors by non-surgical means. UroGen is headquartered in Princeton, NJ with operations in Israel. Visit www.UroGen.com to learn more or follow us on X (Twitter), @UroGenPharma. Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including, without limitation, statements regarding: the potential for UGN-102 as the first FDA-approved treatment for LG-IR-NMIBC; the long-term results in the ENVISION trial supporting the potential of UGN-102 as a viable treatment option for LG-IR NMIBC; the estimated annual U.S. patient population and demographics for LG-IR-NMIBC; the potential benefits to patients and opportunities for UGN-102, if approved; statements related to the PDUFA goal date for UGN-102 and the potential approval and timing thereof; the potential of UroGen’s proprietary RTGel technology to improve therapeutic profiles of existing drugs; and UroGen’s sustained release technology making local delivery potentially more effective as compared to other treatment options. These statements are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties and assumptions, including, but not limited to: even though the NDA for UGN-102 has been accepted for filing by the FDA, there is no guarantee that such NDA will be sufficient to support approval of UGN-102 on the timeframe expected, or at all; the ability to maintain regulatory approval; complications associated with commercialization activities; the labeling for any approved product; competition in UroGen’s industry; the scope, progress and expansion of developing and commercializing UroGen’s product candidates; the size and growth of the market(s) therefor and the rate and degree of market acceptance thereof vis-à-vis alternative therapies; UroGen’s ability to attract or retain key management, members of the board of directors and other personnel; UroGen’s RTGel technology may not perform as expected; and UroGen may not successfully develop and receive regulatory approval of any other product that incorporates RTGel technology. In light of these risks and uncertainties, and other risks and uncertainties that are described in the Risk Factors section of UroGen’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2024, filed with the SEC on November 6, 2024 (which is available at www.sec.gov ), the events and circumstances discussed in such forward-looking statements may not occur, and UroGen’s actual results could differ materially and adversely from those anticipated or implied thereby. Any forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release and are based on information available to UroGen as of the date of this release. View source version on businesswire.com : https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241205065029/en/ CONTACT: INVESTOR CONTACT: Vincent Perrone Senior Director, Investor Relations vincent.perrone@UroGen.com 609-460-3588 ext. 1093MEDIA CONTACT: Cindy Romano Director, Communications cindy.romano@urogen.com 609-460-3583 ext. 1083 KEYWORD: UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA NEW JERSEY INDUSTRY KEYWORD: ONCOLOGY FDA HEALTH CLINICAL TRIALS PHARMACEUTICAL BIOTECHNOLOGY SOURCE: UroGen Pharma Ltd. Copyright Business Wire 2024. PUB: 12/05/2024 03:15 PM/DISC: 12/05/2024 03:17 PM http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241205065029/en

Sagittarius natives enter this week with a burst of exuberance and optimism, as indicated by the planets stating that December 30th is one of the best days of the week. You may kick off Monday feeling confident about your social standing, enjoying respectful treatment from colleagues, friends, and family members alike. Even more heartening, you might uncover new channels for investing or discover hidden opportunities in fields such as creative projects, marketing, or technology. By midweek, the festive spirit extends to your home environment, with the 31st featuring potential celebrations or small gatherings that make you feel supported. If you’ve been yearning for deeper family connections or clarity about your living situation, the start of 2025 is a prime time to solidify these structures. That said, you could experience a spike in restlessness around the 2nd or 3rd of January, especially if you feel compelled to take on multiple projects simultaneously. Strive for balance: while the pioneering Sagittarian spirit thrives on new experiences, pacing yourself will enable you to transform scattered energy into sustainable progress. As the weekend approaches, you’ll likely revisit personal goals with renewed determination, embracing the new year with unwavering positivity. Love & Relationship The emotional climate for Sagittarius looks promising, though not without a few hurdles. Early in the week, your playful side shines, attracting both new acquaintances and lighting a spark in existing relationships. Singles may find themselves the center of attention at social gatherings, while couples enjoy an atmosphere of comfort and openness. The planets mention a day of celebration in the family, which can create an ideal setting for meaningful conversations about the future. As you transition into January, your partner’s support becomes more evident, especially if you share financial or career-related goals. Still, watch out for occasional disagreements around the 2nd or 3rd. Differences in opinions might trigger short-lived arguments. Sagittarius usually resolves tension by focusing on the bigger picture—so try stepping back from small annoyances. Ultimately, a sense of teamwork and shared excitement for what 2025 holds can reaffirm your bonds, ushering your relationships into a phase of greater understanding and mutual respect. Education & Career Sagittarians studying or pursuing knowledge-based vocations see a favorable stretch throughout this week. The planets point to success in academic endeavors, especially if you take advantage of your inherent optimism and love for exploration. Assignments or research tasks flourish under your curiosity-driven approach, and you may receive praise from mentors or peers. If you’ve been contemplating enrolling in a specialty course or thinking of traveling abroad for studies, the new year signals an encouraging cosmic window for such plans. On the career front, December 30th to January 1st feels like an opportune period for self-promotion, brand-building, or job applications. Business owners can harness this vibrant energy to capture fresh leads or rethink marketing strategies that expand their reach. Working professionals may feel the impetus to deliver above and beyond, and your superiors or team members will take note. Around the 2nd and 3rd, however, you could feel overwhelmed by a sudden influx of tasks. Maintain clarity in your priorities—knowing exactly which projects demand immediate attention and which can wait will spare you unnecessary stress. Money & Finance Financially, the planets describe a generally productive scenario for Sagittarians. Early in the week, you might identify lucrative investment options—possibly in stocks, speculative ventures, or real estate. While you’re known for taking chances, do keep your personal risk tolerance in mind. If you’re more conservative, verify market details, consult experts, or rely on trusted mentors before making commitments. This approach ensures that your innate adventurousness remains balanced by practicality. Midweek, you may enjoy a boost in family resources or receive small windfalls that help cushion your savings. If you’re supporting a broader household, your leadership can guide everyone into better budgeting. Be mindful, though, that your own love for spontaneity and travel might prompt impulse purchases, so weigh each expense carefully. By the weekend, your financial outlook feels stable enough to let you approach future plans—like property acquisitions or further education expenses—with clearheaded confidence. Health & Well-being Sagittarius is typically associated with a zest for life, and your vitality remains strong through most of the week. However, the planets do mention the possibility of mental restlessness or physical exhaustion if you take on too many ventures at once. Early in the period, ride the wave of enthusiasm but remember to schedule breaks in your day. Basic stretches, quick meditations, or short outdoor walks can help channel your dynamic energy more effectively. From January 2nd onward, tension might surface if your responsibilities become overwhelming, potentially leading to mild symptoms like headaches, fatigue, or irritability. Keep in mind that your body and mind are interconnected—nurturing one benefits the other. A balanced diet, consistent hydration, and moderate intake of stimulants (like coffee or energy drinks) will keep you on an even keel. By the time the weekend arrives, your spirits bounce back, buoyed by the delight of new beginnings and the comfort of supportive relationships. With thoughtful choices in diet and lifestyle, you can preserve your trademark Sagittarius optimism well into the new year. Discover everything about astrology at the Times of India , including daily horoscopes for Aries , Taurus , Gemini , Cancer , Leo , Virgo , Libra , Scorpio , Sagittarius , Capricorn , Aquarius , and Pisces .NEW YORK — As Nebraska returns to the site on Saturday of its first bowl win more than six decades ago, one man’s trash is beginning to look like another man’s treasure. In Nebraska football lore, the Huskers’ 36-34 victory against Miami in the 1962 Gotham Bowl holds a special place . The game program from that event is a piece of memorabilia unlike almost all others. And it seems that a New York man has cornered the market on the remaining programs. We’ll get to that. GO DEEPER Former Nebraska players reflect on Huskers' return to college football bowl season First, though, in 20 days since the Pinstripe Bowl selected Nebraska to play Boston College in this 14th postseason college football game at the new Yankee Stadium, several stories of nostalgia have emerged. You could expect as much. Nebraska has played in 53 bowl games. It appeared in 35 over a 35-season stretch that ended in 2004. Advertisement With rich tradition come legendary tales. That inaugural bowl win arrived in the second — and last — Gotham Bowl, played on the third Saturday in December of coach Bob Devaney’s first season. It was contested at the original Yankee Stadium, which stood until 2010 one block to the south of the current home of the Bronx Bombers. A crowd of a reported fewer than 2,000 people attended on a frigid afternoon at the House That Ruth Built. Memories live on with the likes of James Fogarty, a former newspaper reporter who came into possession of a game-used football from that Gotham Bowl , and Erny Bonistall, a New Yorker who played for the Huskers in their groundbreaking win . #FlashbackFriday to the first bowl game played here at Yankee Stadium. Nebraska downed Miami 36-34 in the 1962 Gotham Bowl. #FootballFriday pic.twitter.com/IxNvVhwV0m — Yankee Stadium (@yankeestadium) September 29, 2017 The famed sellout streak at Memorial Stadium began in Devaney’s first season. It reached 400 games this year. There is history involved, too, for Matt Rhule, the second-year Nebraska coach who lived in New York for a decade as a child . Rhule has waxed several times this month about his fond feelings for the city. He led the Nebraska players through a practice at the New York Giants facility on Monday. The Huskers attended a Knicks game on Christmas day and visited Central Park, the 9/11 Memorial and Museum and the New York Stock Exchange. GO DEEPER Nebraska to face Boston College in Pinstripe Bowl: 10 thoughts on Huskers' postseason return On Friday, Rhule got a close look at the Pinstripe venue during a walkthrough for both teams. “To be here is amazing,” he said. “To be in the Yankees locker room is amazing, to be surrounded by greatness.” Inside the Yankee Stadium Museum, beneath Babe Ruth’s uniform and displayed in an angled panel, sits a 1962 Gotham Bowl program. It is the only artifact held by the Yankees — who operate the Pinstripe Bowl — from Nebraska’s last visit here. Advertisement In Nebraska, a 1962 Gotham Bowl program was listed for sale several months ago by Husker Hounds, an Omaha specialty store that sells memorabilia and apparel. The asking price was $2,200. A spokesman for the Nebraska athletic department said he was unsure if the school owned a copy. There are a few out there. An eBay retailer in New York said he sold one this year for $10,000. He didn’t tell me who bought it. But he said, after listing the item, that he heard from people desperate to own it, telling him “it would complete their collection.” He has more of the programs. I saw photos — not the shots available to the public on eBay; rather photos I requested from him in an effort to verify the existence of his memorabilia. His name is John. He’s 20 years old. He requested his last name and exact location be withheld for his safety and the security of the programs. Friday, I met with him at a coffee shop outside of the city. He brought one of his programs. I paged through it. It’s in excellent condition. It appears authentic. Then again, I’m not a professional authenticator. John said he acquired the Gotham Bowl programs from his father, who managed an apartment complex in Yonkers, N.Y., from 1993 to 1998. A tenant who moved out during that time was the son of a person connected to one of the participating teams, according to John. The tenant left behind a box. He asked John’s father to discard it with the rest of the tenant’s garbage. Inside that box were Gotham Bowl programs, John said. His father held onto them, unaware of their value. John said he discovered them recently. He’s not a fan of football. He knew nothing about the history of bowl games in New York. John began to learn about the programs, he said, only after he listed the first one for a much lower price than $10,000. Advertisement “I’m just trying to get an idea (of what they’re worth),” he said. That, of course, depends on John’s next move. And ultimately perhaps, what the public or a sports organization is willing to pay. No matter the resolution, it adds to Nebraska’s intriguing bowl history in New York — with another chapter on tap Saturday in the Bronx. (Photo courtesy of John)

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NoneBy Jody Godoy NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. President-elect Donald Trump tapped Federal Trade Commissioner Andrew Ferguson to lead the consumer protection and antitrust agency, Trump said on social media on Tuesday. Ferguson, one of two Senate-confirmed Republican FTC commissioners appointed by President Joe Biden, will be "the most America First, and pro-innovation FTC Chair in our Country’s History," Trump said. "Andrew has a proven record of standing up to Big Tech censorship, and protecting Freedom of Speech in our Great Country," Trump said on his social media platform. Ferguson has said the agency should tackle perceived censorship of conservative viewpoints online. If social media platforms collaborate to suppress such views or advertisers coordinate pulling business from platforms such as Elon Musk's X, they should be charged with violating U.S. antitrust law, Ferguson has said. "We must vigorously enforce the antitrust laws against any platforms found to be unlawfully limiting Americans' ability to exchange ideas freely and openly," Ferguson said in a recent statement. The agency became a political flashpoint under FTC Chair Lina Khan, who promoted antitrust enforcement as a check on corporate power. Her efforts won fans among some Republicans, including incoming Vice President JD Vance, but drew criticism as overly aggressive from some antitrust lawyers and business groups. Her successor will inherit a full slate of cases against Big Tech companies, a lawsuit against the three largest pharmacy benefit managers, and at least a half-dozen lawsuits by companies arguing it has outstripped its authority. It is unclear whether the incoming chair would continue with unfinished probes, including into practices at Microsoft that competitors have complained keep customers from switching to other cloud service providers, and potential privacy concerns involving OpenAI. New leadership could also shift course in two major FTC cases against Amazon.com. One takes aim at practices the agency says keep sellers bound to its platform and help Amazon unlawfully dominate the landscape for online marketplaces, and another over practices allegedly meant to trick Prime subscribers out of cancelling service. The new FTC chair would also oversee a case brought against Meta Platforms, then known as Facebook, in 2020, during Trump's first term. The agency is seeking to unwind the tech company's acquisition of Instagram and Whatsapp. But the judge overseeing the case has cast doubt on whether the agency can prevail at trial in April. (Reporting by Kanishka Singh in Washington and Jody Godoy in New York; Editing by Jasper Ward, Rosalba O'Brien and Matthew Lewis) Copyright 2024 Thomson Reuters .Authorities in Romania have revealed details of what appears to be a major attempt to interfere in the country’s presidential elections using the social media platform TikTok, and with a series of cyber-attacks. Romania's domestic intelligence service says there are signs the effort was "co-ordinated by a state-sponsored actor". Calin Georgescu, a far-right Nato-sceptic who has previously praised Vladimir Putin, was almost unknown in Romania until he won the first round of voting in the presidential elections two weeks ago. Now Romanian intelligence says his sudden and surprise surge in popularity is down to a "highly organised" and "guerrilla" campaign on social media, sharing identical messaging and using influencers. They say it was conducted from "external locations" to bypass controls. A separate intelligence assessment says that Romania has been identified as an "enemy state" by Moscow and a priority target for what it calls "aggressive hybrid actions". The politically explosive information – which has landed just days before the second round of voting - comes from declassified documents published this evening by the outgoing president, Klaus Iohannis. They reveal how paid content supporting Georgescu was promoted on TikTok, without being marked as election campaigning – in violation of the platform’s own rules and of Romanian electoral law. Other candidates’ content was subject to closer controls. Georgescu has always said he spent "zero" on election promotion, denying he was even campaigning. But the intelligence documents identify one TikTok account which they say made payments of $381,000 (£299,819; €361,872) in just one month from 24 October – to users who were promoting Georgescu. Georgescu claims the release of the documents is a coordinated attempt to block his candidacy. “I think it’s the first time in the history of the world when a state is organising an action against a candidate to stop him from running,” he said in a TV interview on Wednesday. He also denied knowing any of the influencers or funders mentioned in the reports. The documents released in this highly unusual move were all papers drawn up for a meeting of the security council following the first round of the presidential election. They also reveal that access data for electoral websites was stolen from legitimate users and published online “on cyber-crime platforms originating from Russia”. Separately, the intelligence agencies report some 85,000 attempted hacks in an attempt to access electoral data and change content – including on election day. The report says the cyber-attackers used advanced methods to remain anonymous, working in a way and on a scale "typical of state-sponsored actors". An investigation is ongoing to discover who was responsible and whether there was any impact on the election. Russia has denied any interference in Romania's election process. Far-right frontrunner Georgescu is due to face reformist candidate Elena Lasconi in a second round vote on Sunday. Romanian Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu – who came 3rd in the presidential race – has now announced he will "fully endorse" Elena Lasconi. But that’s assuming the vote goes ahead. The prosecutor’s office is now examining the new documents. "I hope that, based on the evidence published today, the state authorities will take appropriate action, and all those responsible will be held accountable," Ciolacu said. He added that people's votes have shown they want the "continuation of Romania's European development path". A pro-EU protest has been called for Thursday evening. Commenting on the protest, Georgescu warned against possible unrest, citing the "Maidan" in Ukraine - the revolution of 2014 that ousted a pro-Russian president. "Please stay at home with your family. We need social tranquillity. God will not let Romania down,” Georgescu said.

Web3 hosting solutions are fundamental in supporting the growth and running of decentralized applications and blockchain technologies. They provide the infrastructure that ensures security, scalability, and integration into blockchain protocols for decentralized platforms. Let’s learn how Web3 hosting solutions work and what features make them essential to the decentralized ecosystem. Decentralized Infrastructure: Web3 hosting uses blockchain protocols and smart contracts to allow dApps to operate without relying on traditional, centralized servers. This infrastructure is very important for blockchain projects to maintain security and independence. Improved Security: Web3 hosting solutions use advanced encryption algorithms during data transmission and storage. The majority of Web3 hosting services offer DDoS protection. Hosting solutions are also designed to run securely within protected data centers, which prevents physical and cyber hacks while maintaining a high level of uptime. Scalability: Web3 hosting services allow users to add nodes and resources as needed to ensure high performance even as demand grows. This scalability is important for dApps, which must handle a high volume of transactions and data requests while ensuring fast user response times. Decentralized Data Storage: Decentralized data storage is one of the fundamental characteristics of Web3 hosting solutions. Most services utilize the InterPlanetary File System to store data in a distributed way. This means dApp data will not be stored on a single central server but spread over a decentralized network of nodes. This increases the application's security and resilience by protecting it from data breaches and server outages. Community Integration: Web3 hosting allows for interoperability between other applications within the much larger Web3 ecosystem. Its connection with developers, projects, and communities empowers them to interact within a collaborative platform that would be beneficial for their apps. In this respect, many hosting providers interface with decentralized finance, DAOs, and various other initiatives. Performance Optimization: For Web3 applications to be successful, they need to be optimized for high transaction volumes, smart contract executions, and data. Web3 hosting services ensure the infrastructure is tuned for high performance and provide reliable services under heavy load. Compliance Support: As the decentralized ecosystem continues to expand, governments are increasingly interested in regulations surrounding blockchain technologies and their respective decentralized applications. Web3 hosting services can ensure compliance with evolving regulatory frameworks, ensuring that developers create applications that operate according to legal standards. Some Web3 hosting services have taken the lead in decentralized infrastructure for dApps. IPFS (InterPlanetary File System) : IPFS is a protocol for peer-to-peer data storage. Content addressing, version control, and resilience against censorship make it an excellent solution for distributed hosting of dApp assets . Fleek : Fleek provides decentralized hosting with a focus on user experience. It offers free hosting options and up to the most comprehensive packages explicitly tailored for Web3 applications. Dedicated Node Hosting Providers: Companies such as Servers.com offer dedicated bare metal and cloud node hosting specifically for different blockchain protocols. The services offered come with 24/7 support, thus maintaining blockchain applications' high uptime and performance. There are two main models for Web3 hosting solutions: Fully Decentralized Hosting: In this model, decentralized platforms host all components of a decentralized application for utmost security and censorship resistance. Although such deployment provides greater security, it increases the complexity of deployment and management. Hybrid Hosting: Hybrid hosting combines decentralized smart contracts with centralized front-end hosting, making it easier to deploy dApps. Although hybrid hosting is simple, it introduces vulnerabilities because of its reliance on centralized systems. As Web3 technologies evolve further, the requirement for hosting services is likely to be more crucial. It will allow developers to create more efficient and robust decentralized applications, further enhancing the growth and sustainment of the Web3 ecosystem.

Daily Dose of Social Media: Eugenie Bouchard hospitalised after pickleball accident, Elena Rybakina teams up with Goran IvanisevicCOLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The Ohio Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that the state's product liability law prohibits counties from bringing public nuisance claims against national pharmaceutical chains as they did as part of national opioid litigation, a decision that could overturn a $650 million judgment against the pharmacies. An attorney for the counties called the decision “devastating.” Justices were largely unanimous in their interpretation of an arcane disagreement over the state law, which had emerged in a lawsuit brought by Lake and Trumbull counties outside Cleveland against CVS, Walgreens and Walmart. The counties won their initial lawsuit — and were awarded $650 million in damages by a federal judge in 2022 — but the pharmacies had disputed the court's reading of the Ohio Product Liability Act, which they said protected them from such sanctions. In an opinion written by Justice Joseph Deters, the court found that Ohio state lawmakers intended the law to prevent “all common law product liability causes of action" — even if they don't seek compensatory damages but merely “equitable relief” for the communities. “The plain language of the OPLA abrogates product-liability claims, including product-related public-nuisance claims seeking equitable relief,” he wrote. “We are constrained to interpret the statute as written, not according to our own personal policy preferences.” Two of the Republican-dominated court's Democratic justices disagreed on that one point, while concurring on the rest of the judgment. “Any award to abate a public nuisance like the opioid epidemic would certainly be substantial in size and scope, given that the claimed nuisance is both long-lasting and widespread,” Justice Melody Stewart wrote in an opinion joined by Justice Michael Donnelly. “But just because an abatement award is of substantial size and scope does not mean it transforms it into a compensatory-damages award.” In a statement, the plaintiffs' co-liaison counsel in the national opioid litigation, Peter Weinberger, of the Cleveland-based law firm Spangenberg Shibley & Liber, lamented the decision. “This ruling will have a devastating impact on communities and their ability to police corporate misconduct," he said. “We have used public nuisance claims across the country to obtain nearly $60 billion in opioid settlements, including nearly $1 billion in Ohio alone, and the Ohio Supreme Court’s ruling undermines the very legal basis that drove this result.” But Weinberger said Tuesday's ruling would not be the end, and that communities would continue to fight “through other legal avenues.” "We remain steadfast in our commitment to holding all responsible parties to account as this litigation continues nationwide,” he said. In his 2022 ruling, U.S. District Judge Dan Polster said that the money awarded to Lake and Trump counties would be used to the fight the opioid crisis. Attorneys at the time put the total price tag at $3.3 billion for the damage done. Lake County was to receive $306 million over 15 years. Trumbull County was to receive $344 million over the same period. Nearly $87 million was to be paid immediately to cover the first two years of payments. A jury returned a verdict in favor of the counties in November 2021, after a six-week trial. It was then left to the judge to decide how much the counties should receive. He heard testimony the next May to determine damages. The counties convinced the jury that the pharmacies played an outsized role in creating a public nuisance in the way they dispensed pain medication. It was the first time pharmacy companies completed a trial to defend themselves in a drug crisis that has killed a half-million Americans since 1999. Julie Carr Smyth, The Associated PressTurkish Airlines to Begin Operations at The New Terminal One at JFK and Unveil World-Class Lounge