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South African firm Tharisa Capital Plc says it remains optimistic about the fundamentals of the platinum group metals (PGM) market and will continue to optimise the development of its Karo platinum mine project in Zimbabwe.
Tharisa plans to invest US$391 million to complete phase 1 of the Karo platinum project.
Platinum is Zimbabwe's second largest mining export after gold.
Mining is strategically important to Zimbabwe, as it generates more than 75 percent of the country's export earnings.
Besides gold and platinum, other mineral exports include chrome, diamond, lithium and coal.
The group initially targeted bringing the first ore to the mill by the second half of 2024, but extended the project timeline to June2025 owing to the deterioration in global PGM prices.
Tharisa chief executive Mr Phoevos Pouroulis said in a fourth quarter and full-year production update that the group maintained the view that the PGM prices over the next 12-24 months would be stronger, fuelled by the continued evidence that the internal combustion engines will remain relevant for a much longer time to come.
"Thus, we continued to optimise our Karo Platinum project and have progressed with the plant construction, in line with capital availability, and we see this strategy continuing until we finalise the funding for the project," he said. Already, Karo has invested more than US$70 million in the project and completed a pilot mining project.
Its Mhondoro project is one of several multi-million-dollar initiatives that are at different stages of implementation in Zimbabwe.
Mr Pouroulis said at the moment PGM prices continue to be constrained by the latency of destocking of pipelines.
"While we see good demand and general realisation that the supply-demand balance is shifting given project cutbacks, production output shortcomings, and the need for new PGM metal by various industries.
"We maintain that the PGM price over the next 12-24 months will be stronger, fuelled by the continued evidence that the internal combustion engine will remain relevant for a much longer time to come and our firm view that hybrid drive trains are an integral part of the transportation mix," he said.
According to the trading update, the average annual PGM price decreased by 28 percent to US$1 362/oz, averaging US$1 370/oz for the quarter.
The company said production guidance for financial year 2025 was set at between 140 koz and 160 koz PGMs (6E basis) and 1,65 tonne to 1,8 tonne of chrome concentrates.
The Karo project has since identified land for a 300 MW solar plant to supply the operation. Africa-focused transitional energy company Chariot Energy, in partnership with Total Eren, a leading renewable energy Independent Power Producer (IPP) based in France, is set to construct a US$40 million 30MW solar plant that will provide electricity for the Karo Platinum Project.
The solar project will start with a 30 MW plant under the first phase, with the potential to upscale to 300 MW expansion over time.
Total Eren and Chariot agreed to work together on the development, financing, construction, and operation of the solar photovoltaic (PV) project.
Zimbabwe currently has three platinum producing companies, namely Mimosa Mining Company, Unki Mine, and Zimplats, which engaged in different expansion initiatives.
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Keir Starmer met Taylor Swift at London gig
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer met Taylor Swift at one of her London concerts as the pair discussed the Southport attack.
It is understood that Sir Keir and his family talked with the pop star and her mother for around 10 minutes after he was invited to attend the Wembley gig on August 20, as first reported by The Sun.
It comes amid questions over Government intervention in talks over the security for the concerts after Swift was given a taxpayer-funded police escort.
Earlier on Monday Downing Street had declined to confirm whether the Prime Minister met the singer at the sell-out show, but it is now understood that the meeting took place.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer (Temilade Adelaja/PA)
It is thought there was no discussion about security matters when they met.
The tickets to the gig came from Universal Music and they are among the items the Prime Minister repaid earlier this month amid a row over freebies.
Sir Keir announced he would cover the cost of around £6,000 of gifts and hospitality he received since entering office following the donations backlash, as well as committing to changing ministerial hospitality arrangements to improve transparency.
Among the declarations he paid back were four tickets to see Swift at Wembley Stadium which were received on August 20 from UMG, the musician’s record label.
It emerged last week that London Mayor Sadiq Khan and Home Secretary Yvette Cooper were involved in talks over security for the gigs after which Swift was granted a blue-light escort – a type of protection usually reserved for royalty and politicians.
Asked whether Number 10 could rule out Sir Keir having been given the tickets as a “thank you” after discussions between Government and the force were followed by Swift getting security while in London, a spokesman said: “I completely reject that characterisation because it’s ultimately up to the police to take operational decisions in relation to the security of these major events.”
Downing Street has cited the terror threat faced by Swift in Vienna, which forced her to cancel gigs on the Austrian leg of her Eras tour, as one of the reasons the Government was involved in security talks for her London shows.
Labour figures including Sir Keir, Mr Khan and Ms Cooper accepted free tickets to the concerts.
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Irish finance minister favours retaining budget spending rule
DUBLIN (Reuters) – Ireland’s finance minister said on Wednesday he would favour the next government retaining a budget rule that would cap increases in public spending but that it should also allow for larger investments in capital projects.
The government introduced a rule in 2021 to cap increases of combined current and capital spending at 5% a year, although it has broken it for the last three years, with this month’s budget setting total spending 6.9% higher for 2025.
An election must be held in Ireland by March but analysts expect the coalition government to call one for late November. One of the first tasks of the next government will be to prepare a medium-term fiscal plan under the EU’s new fiscal framework.
“I think there will have to be an anchor, it’s important that there is fiscal discipline,” Jack Chambers told reporters, without committing to how a renewed spending rule would be callibrated.
“I think we have to moderate current spending. We can’t have high levels of current and capital spending but obviously the big focus is to have a new era of capital investment for Ireland, to really bridge the infrastructure gaps.”
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Collaboration brings advanced AI-powered recommendations and conservation-focused services to boost farm productivity and profitability
GREENSBORO, N.C., Oct. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC, a global leader in crop protection, is proud to announce that Syngenta and Taranis, the world's leading AI-powered crop intelligence platform, have entered into a multi-year collaboration to bring Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven agronomic productivity and conservation-focused innovation to agricultural retail partners in the US.
Starting in 2024/2025 and over a three-year period, the collaboration will involve a significant investment aimed at supporting ag retailers in the adoption of Taranis' AI-powered agronomic platforms so retail partners can benefit from AI-derived leaf-level remote scouting insights and generative AI (GenAI) agronomic recommendations. This collaboration is designed to revolutionize ag retailer workflows while optimizing farm decision making, facilitating grower adoption of conservation practices, and increasing farm profitability.
"We believe this collaboration with Taranis will help retailers tap into the full potential of AI and digital agronomy, unlocking new levels of operational efficiencies," said Paul Backman, head of North America Crop Protection digital agriculture & sustainable solutions. "By combining Syngenta's industry-leading portfolio with Taranis' AI-driven insights, we empower retailers to deliver better, faster and more precise service to their grower-customers."
Ongoing development between Syngenta and Taranis will support the continued advancement of AI-powered agronomic platforms. The collaboration will include technology and features from Syngenta's Cropwise platform with Taranis' leading crop intelligence solution and will target innovation in areas including conservation agronomy, agricultural productivity, and AI-enabled agronomic solutions.
Leaf-Level AI-Driven Agronomic Recommendations
Syngenta will extend a unique offer focused in the Midwest to support targeted retailers' adoption of Taranis' AI-driven intelligence platform providing leaf-level 0.3mm/pixel resolution threat detection of weed species, insects, diseases and nutrient deficiencies. The service will enable retailers to remotely scout more acres, more comprehensively, from anywhere they access the platform, and to easily prioritize the fields that require the most immediate attention. Paired with Ag Assistant™, the Taranis GenAI agronomy engine, retail advisors can generate data-driven expert agronomic recommendations that save time and allow them to act decisively to help their grower-customers protect their crops using Syngenta's market-leading crop protection portfolio, resulting in yield-enhancing crop management practices that improve retailer and grower productivity and profitability.
"Having an instantaneous understanding of the issues and the optimal solution creates efficiencies and opportunities the industry has never seen before," said Opher Flohr, CEO of Taranis. "This collaboration with Syngenta is a significant step forward in driving the AI revolution for production agriculture."
Future collaboration between Syngenta and Taranis will seek to integrate Syngenta's Cropwise platform with Taranis' Intelligence Service to further enhance digital agronomy solutions available to Retail partners.
Hassle-Free Conservation Services
This collaboration on conservation services will enable retail partners to offer their grower-customers access to Taranis' conservation platform through a success-based model. The platform helps growers access funding for adoption of conservation practices, and when coupled with Taranis support has shown increased conservation funding success rates. Validation of sustainable practices is streamlined through an automated process that seamlessly fulfills conservation reporting requirements.
"Our collaboration with Taranis underscores Syngenta's commitment to sustainability," said Paul. "By offering easy access to conservation tools and funding, we are making it simpler for growers to adopt sustainable practices that further preserve their legacy."
Future collaboration between Syngenta and Taranis will bring additional sustainability-focused benefits including integration of Syngenta's Cropwise Sustainability platform with Taranis' Conservation Service to access emerging market opportunities for retailers and growers created through digitally enabled conservation agronomy practices.
About Syngenta
Syngenta Crop Protection and Syngenta Seeds are part of Syngenta Group, one of the world's leading agriculture companies. Our ambition is to help safely feed the world while taking care of the planet. We aim to improve the sustainability, quality, and safety of agriculture with world class science and innovative crop solutions. Our technologies enable millions of farmers around the world to make better use of limited agricultural resources.
The content of this release is for information purposes only. This release is not, and should not be construed as, an offer to sell or issue or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities or other property interests.
To learn more, visit www.syngenta.com and www.goodgrowthplan.com. Follow us on X at www.x.com/Syngenta and www.x.com/SyngentaUS and on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/syngenta
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About Taranis
Taranis is the world's leading AI-powered crop intelligence platform, providing ag advisors and their growers with data-driven agronomic recommendations that drive farm management and input decisions. Through full-service, leaf-level data capture, Taranis' insights and services allow the growers to accelerate decision making, simplify management, maximize profitability and enhance their sustainable farming practices. Since its founding, Taranis has worked with the world's top agricultural retailers and crop protection companies, serving millions of acres for customers in the United States, Brazil, and Europe. Taranis has offices located in Westfield, Indiana, Tel Aviv, Israel, and Campinas, Brazil. To learn more visit www.taranis.com.
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Americans haven’t been this worried about making their credit card payments since the pandemic
By Alicia Wallace, CNN
(CNN) — Americans are feeling fairly secure in their jobs, they expect to continue to earn and spend more than they did pre-pandemic, and they think inflation isn’t getting much worse, according to new survey data released Tuesday by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. But they’re growing increasingly anxious about mounting credit card debt.
Debt balances have been growing, and US consumers are nervous about whether they’ll be able to keep up: Americans haven’t been this worried about missing a minimum debt payment since April 2020.
The New York Fed’s September 2024 Survey of Consumer Expectations showed that the average perceived probability of missing a minimum debt payment during the next three months increased for the fourth consecutive month to 14.2%. Outside of the pandemic, that’s the highest delinquency expectation reading seen in the monthly survey since January 2017.
The juxtaposition seen in the latest New York Fed survey runs par for the course with what other data has been showing for years: The US economy is running quite strong, but people aren’t feeling that great about it, said Ted Rossman, senior industry analyst for Bankrate.
“Inflation is still a big deal; even though it’s come down, I feel that’s still the dominant theme in the economy,” Rossman told CNN in an interview Tuesday. “Inflation is gobbling up a lot of the gains people are making. So, even if you’re working, and even if your wages are up, a lot of people are not feeling good about things.”
And the cumulative effects of this bout of high inflation have hit some Americans harder than others, and the data reflects growing income inequality, Rossman said.
“For people with good incomes and good credit scores, things are going well; they’re still able to access plenty of credit and, by and large, paying on time,” he said. “If you’re in the half who’s using a card for convenience and rewards, life is good. Now the other half, that can be a much more troublesome situation when you think about potentially longer-term credit card debt.”
Lower-income Americans face higher inflation, research shows.
Since 2005, prices have risen 64%, on average, for the lowest-income households as compared to 57% for the prices typically paid by highest-income households, according to a recently released Minneapolis Federal Reserve analysis of Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
The latest New York Fed data showed that while delinquency expectations did spike higher last month (6.4% to 8.4%) for people who earn more than $100,000 a year, the probability of an expected missed payment increased to 20% for those earning under $50,000 a year.
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Prince Harry and
Meghan Markle made a trip to a low-income school in New York in 2021 for filming their Netflix documentary. This took place just 18 months after the couple stepped down from their royal duties in 2020. Now it has been revealed that they made a lengthy list of bizarre requests to the school so that everything went without a glitch, reported Daily Mail.
Harry and Meghan suggested that the school brings cushions and a new carpet so that it suits "Meghan's aesthetic".
Their staff took time to choose which school they would visit and went through multiple edits of the press release to ensure that the visit sounded "more substantial". Archwell staff also demanded that consent forms were signed to ensure that no negative comments were made publicly, both after the visit and in the future. The teachers and the students of the school were banned from discussing the project at all.
"I agree to not make negative, derogatory, or otherwise unfavorable statements about, or otherwise denigrate or disparage, any of the Released Parties," the statement read.
DailyMail said it obtained the files via an FOIA request and found out that everything was orchestrated for Harry and Meghan's public appearances filmed for the documentary.
British tabloids were banned from covering their school visit and only Meghan-friendly publications like Vogue were allowed coverage.
Harry and Meghan's trip to New York in September 2021 was designed to showcase them as world leaders as it included a stop at the United Nations to talk about vaccine equity. Their itinerary included a speaking appearance at the Global Citizen festival in Central Park, where they were constantly tailed by a camera crew for the six-part Netflix series, Harry & Meghan, which premiered last December.
Meghan appeared at the low-income school wearing a $5,840 Loro Piana cashmere coat and matching $1,680 pants.
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SC says probe can’t be thwarted by quashing FIR
New Delhi: The Supreme Court has said when a First Information Report (FIR) alleges dishonest conduct by an accused and materials disclose commission of a cognisable offence then the investigation cannot be thwarted by quashing the FIR.
A bench of Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra said it was trite law that an FIR was not an encyclopedia of all imputations.
It further observed that while deciding if a criminal proceeding or an FIR should be quashed at the very threshold, the allegations in the FIR, including the materials collected during investigation, should be taken at face value to determine whether or not a prima facie case against the accused for investigation was made out. “Thus, when the FIR alleges dishonest conduct on the part of the accused which, if supported by materials, would disclose commission of a cognisable offence, the investigation should not be thwarted by quashing the FIR,” the bench said in its verdict pronounced on October 14.
The top court’s decision came on an appeal filed by one Somjeet Mallick, who had challenged the February 1 order of the Jharkhand High Court, which quashed an FIR against an accused.
Mallick alleged that his truck was in possession of the accused since July 2014, however, its rent, including arrears amounting to Rs 12.49 lakh, had not been paid.
The bench noted the allegations in the FIR, which stated that the accused took Mallick’s truck on hire between July 14, 2014 and March 31, 2016 on a monthly rent of Rs 33,000, but did not continue paying the rent after the first month despite false assurances.
“The allegation that rent was not paid by itself, in ordinary course, would presuppose retention of possession of the vehicle by the accused. In such circumstances as to what happened to that truck becomes a matter of investigation,” it said.
It said that existence of “mens rea” (criminal intent) was a question of fact which may be inferred from the act in question and the surrounding circumstances apart from the accused’s conduct.
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FORT KNOX, Ky. – The remains of U.S. Army Air Forces Sgt. Henry H. Allen Jr., a Soldier killed during World War II, will be interred Oct. 12 at Covington City Cemetery, Covington, Georgia. J.C. Harwell & Sons Funeral Home will perform graveside services preceding the interment.
A native of Covington, Allen was assigned to the 732nd Bombardment Squadron, 453rd Bombardment Group, 2nd Combat Bomb Wing, 2nd Air Division, 8th Air Force in the European Theater. He was killed in action April 8, 1944, after the B-24H “Liberator,” on which he was serving as the top gunner, was shot down by enemy fighter aircraft fire while on a bombing mission to Brunswick, Germany.
Allen was accounted for by the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency June 20, 2024.
The Past Conflict Repatriations Branch, under the Army Casualty and Mortuary Affairs Operations Division at the U.S. Army Human Resources Command, Fort Knox, Kentucky, plays a key role in the process of locating Family members of missing Soldiers from WWII, the Korean and Vietnam Wars.
The process begins with locating the Family member most closely related to the missing Soldier, known as the primary next of kin, followed by a request for Family reference samples or DNA, which are used as a main source in identifying remains.
Once a Soldier has been identified by the Armed Forces Medical Examiner, the PCRB notifies and briefs the Family about the results of historical, forensic and DNA reports, benefits and the mortuary process including burial with full military honors.
For additional information about Sgt. Allen Jr. go to: https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3855109/airman-accounted-for-from-wwii-allen-h/
Media interested in covering and/or obtaining more information about the funeral and interment should contact the Army Casualty Office at (800) 892-2490 and/or J.C. Harwell & Sons Funeral Home, 770-786-2524.
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Concierge Services growth, size
By end user, the corporate segment is expected to grow at a significant CAGR of 6.1% during the forecast period.
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market Research, titled,“Concierge Services Market ," The concierge services market was valued at $647.30 million in 2022, and is estimated to reach $1.1 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 5.8% from 2023 to 2032.
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Concierge service refers to a variety of services and support to help individuals or businesses navigate their daily lives or optimize their business. These services include a variety of activities including travel planning, event planning, scheduling, flight booking, personal shopping, errands, and more. The main goal is to reduce the burden of time-consuming and often ineffective work by enabling clients to focus on the important aspects of their life or business, results in concierge services market growth.
According to American Hotel & Lodging Association 2023 report, most adults are likely to increase the frequency, length, and distance of their vacation trips in 2023 compared to 2022. Three in five are more likely to stay in a hotel this year than last. Responses from business travelers indicate a genuine return to normal for most employers' standards around work travel. The importance of business travel (and face-to-face interactions generally) is well understood among working adults, with two-thirds agreeing that both are important for client relationships. Moreover, Virtuoso, the global leader in luxury and experiential travel, has analyzed intel from its data warehouse exceeding £52.9 billion in transactions and found that while upscale globetrotters continue to book eternal European favorites, Paris has risen to the top as the number one city among luxury leisure travelers, such factors surge the market demand for the concierge services market.
Professionals often struggle to balance personal and responsibilities. Concierge services can provide significant support in managing their busy lives. Services such as dry cleaning, grocery shopping, housekeeping, personal shopping, and event planning help people save time and reduce stress, results as concierge services market trends. By offering lifestyle solutions, concierge service providers can take advantage of the growing market of busy workers seeking help in their daily lives. The elder generation has an important opportunity for concierge services, especially in the healthcare field. Seniors often need help with medical appointments, medication management, and daily activities. By providing professional healthcare, companies can support these large numbers of people and improve their quality of life.
Tourism has rebounded as travel restrictions eased and people regained their confidence in exploring new destinations. Concierge services are crucial in ensuring a seamless travel experience by managing travel arrangements, services, and personal needs. The concierge market in the travel industry rebounds, the demand for such services is anticipated to rise. By providing conveniences like dry cleaning, grocery delivery, cleaning, and personal assistance, these services enable individuals to handle their daily tasks more efficiently, freeing up time to concentrate on work and personal well-being.
This services includes luxury travel, medical services, pet care, or even financial services, these specialized services provide exceptional customer service. These trends highlight the importance of customization and personalization in the concierge industry. Modern lifestyle has limited time and both individuals and businesses look for effective ways to manage their limited time. Concierge services provide critical solutions by performing non-essential tasks and giving clients time to focus on their priorities, such factors increase the concierge services market size.
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The advent of technology has changed the concierge service industry. Supported by digital platforms and communication tools, virtual concierge services help customers get remote assistance. This technology integration expands the reach of concierge services, allowing them to reach a wider audience. In addition, new applications and AI solutions have simplified the delivery process, making things easier for customers and service providers in the concierge services market.
Companies are increasingly recognizing the significance of concierge services in enhancing employee productivity and well-being. Concierge agencies offer assistance in travel planning, business tasks, and personal development, ensuring employees achieve a healthier work-life balance. By outsourcing these tasks, businesses can increase productivity while creating a motivated and engaged workforce.
Concierge services offer different types of services for specific needs. From medical services to travel and pet care, these specialized services target specific customer segments with special needs. By focusing on niche markets, concierge service providers can distinguish and capture untapped opportunities in these specific markets.
Concierge Service redefines self-service by providing personalized support for individuals and businesses. Key drivers such as increasing time constraints, changing customer needs, and technological advances are driving the industry. With surge in business needs, expanding corporate use, and opportunities in specific needs, the concierge service industry presents a great opportunity for entrepreneurs and service providers to help advance personal development in the concierge services market.
The concierge service market is experiencing a significant shift towards digital transformation. Concierge agencies are increasingly leveraging technology to streamline their services and improve customer experiences. Mobile apps, online platforms, and AI-powered chatbots are being employed to provide instant and personalized assistance to clients. Additionally, digital tools are used to manage tasks efficiently, track customer preferences, and offer tailored recommendations, enhancing the overall quality of service.
Modern concierge service providers are diversifying their offerings beyond traditional services like travel planning and event management. They are expanding into new areas such as healthcare assistance, virtual support, and remote work solutions. As customer needs evolve, concierge agencies are innovating and customizing their services to cater to a broader range of demands, ensuring they remain relevant and valuable to their clients.
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The concierge services market analysis on the basis of type, end user, and region. By type, the market is divided into HoReCa, transportation, entertainment, and others. As per end users, the market is bifurcated into corporate and personal. Region-wise, the market is analyzed across North America (the U.S., Canada, and Mexico), Europe (Germany, UK, France, Italy, and the rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, South Korea, India, Australia, and rest of Asia-Pacific), and LAMEA (Brazil, Saudi Arabia, UAE, South Africa, and rest of LAMEA).
By type, the HoReCa segment accounted for more than one-third of the market share in terms of revenue in 2022. Concierge services industry in the HoReCa (Hotel, Restaurant, and Cafe) industries play a crucial role in enhancing customer experiences and providing personalized support. In the HoReCa sector, concierge services extend beyond traditional hotel services, offering a range of assistance to guests, such as restaurant reservations, ticket bookings for shows or events, arranging transportation, and suggesting local attractions. However, the transportation segment in concierge services market is expected to grow with the highest CAGR of 6.3% during the forecast period. The development of transport services through technology integration augments the market demand for the transportation segment in the market. Mobile apps and online platforms allow customers to easily book transportation, track their journeys, and communicate with drivers, such factors surge the concierge services market demand.
Depending on end user the personal segment led the market and accounted for more than three-fifths of the global market in 2022. Further, the concierge services market can be defined as a sector that provides personalized assistance and support to individuals and businesses, helping them simplify their lives and optimize their operations. However, the corporate segment in the concierge services market is expected to grow with the highest CAGR of 6.1% during the forecast period. With the increase in remote working and flexible schedules, corporate concierge services are adapting to the changing needs of employees.
Region-wise, North America had the largest market in 2022, accounting for more than one-third of the total market share. In addition, there is an increasing demand from individuals and businesses for convenience and time efficiency. Fast-paced lifestyles and busy schedules have increased the demand for non-essential services for concierge service providers. However, Asia-Pacific in the concierge services market is expected to grow with the highest CAGR of 7.2% during the forecast period.
The players in the concierge service market have adopted acquisition, business expansion, partnership, collaboration, and product launch as their key development strategies to increase profitability and improve their position in the market.
The players in the concierge service market have adopted acquisition, business expansion, partnership, collaboration, and product launch as their key development strategies to increase profitability and improve their position in the market. Some of the key players profiled in the concierge service market analysis include QuintEvents, Quintessentially, Vip World Events, Knightsbridge Circle, Protravel International, LLC, Luxury World Key Concierge, Myconcierge, The Fixer Lifestyle Group, Pure Entertainment Group, Inc., and Luxury Attache.
Key findings of the study
By type, the transportation segment is projected to witness the highest CAGR of 6.3%, in terms of revenuein concierge services market share, during the forecast period.
HoReCa segment held the major share in the market and expected to dominate during the forecast period.
Depending on the end user, the corporate segment is expected to grow at a significant CAGR of 6.1% during the forecast period.
On the basis of region, Asia-Pacific is anticipated to witness the highest growth rate, registering a CAGR of 7.2% from 2022 to 2032
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TAMPA BAY - The Tampa Bay Lightning are calling on fans and community members to join their efforts in supporting local relief organizations by participating in a collection drive at two upcoming home games. The drive will benefit three key community partners: Feeding Tampa Bay, Metropolitan Ministries, and the University Area Community Development Corporation (UACDC).
Fans attending the Lightning games on Tuesday, October 15 and Thursday, October 17 can contribute by donating essential items pre-game, starting at 5 p.m., on Ford Thunder Alley, just outside AMALIE Arena. The collection will begin prior to each game and aims to provide critical support for local families and individuals in need.
Donations of the following items are encouraged:
- Non-perishable food (canned fruits & vegetables, canned proteins, peanut butter, cereal & granola bars, family-sized juice, shelf-stable milk, dry goods)
- Manual can openers & wrapped plastic utensils
- Cleaning supplies (trash bags, sanitizing wipes, laundry detergent pods)
- Hygiene items
- Diapers & baby formula
Fans are encouraged to bring their donations to Ford Thunder Alley before heading into the arena to cheer on the Lightning. Every contribution, big or small, will make a difference in helping local families.
For more information on the collection drive and how to get involved, please visit tampabaylightning.com/donate.
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Trying to lose weight? Here’s why your genetics could be just as important as your exercise regime
By Henry Chung, Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Science, University of Essex
Chris McManus, Lecturer, School of Sport, Rehabilitation and Exercise Sciences, University of Essex
Sally Waterworth, Lecturer, School of Sport, Rehabilitation and Exercise Sciences, University of Essex
Weight loss is a complicated process. There are so many factors involved including your diet, how much sleep you get each night and the kind of exercise you do. Our recent study shows that your specific genetic profile may also have a dominant effect on how well you lose weight through exercise. This might explain why two people who do an identical workout will see very different results.
We identified 14 genes that appeared to significantly contribute to how much weight a person lost through…
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For all those looking for a detailed DropServe review, here it is. It is a soon-to-be-launched digital platform that aims to support entrepreneurs build and maintain a successful business. The DropServe program works to offer a fully automated system that helps deal with various tasks and things that are usually time-consuming. Currently, very little information is only available as the program has not been launched yet. Updation of the same will be provided here in the same review.
DropServe Reviews: What Are The Advantages of Using DropServe For Your Business?
In this DropServe review, all the available pieces of information are gathered to make a clearer idea of what this program is and how it is going to help upcoming entrepreneurs. A considerable analysis is provided and an unbiased judgement is provided in the end so that the user can make an informed decision regarding whether to be part of this program. This review comprises sections on the creator, working mechanism, benefits offered, pros and cons, availability, features, launch details, and so on.
- Program Name: DropServe
- Description: A fully automated digital platform to help entrepreneurs build and manage a drop-servicing business.
- Creators: Chris Munch and Jay Cruiz
- Launch Details:
- Prelaunch: October 15th, 2024
- Cart Open: October 22nd, 2024
- Cart Close: November 1st, 2024
- Program Type: Online business automation platform for drop-servicing
- Core Features:
- Automated order fulfillment
- High-demand service marketplace
- Custom-branded store
- Mastermind community
- Detailed training and step-by-step videos
- Fulfillment center
- Aim and Fire Traffic System
- Target Users: Entrepreneurs, beginners with no technical skills, business owners
- Benefits:
- Saves time through automation
- Increases profit potential with high-demand services
- Simplifies learning curve
- Offers community support and coaching
- Reduces financial risk
- Special Edition: Ampire: Special Reseller Edition
- Notable Features: 8-Figure Launch Funnel to enhance business success
- Availability: Only through the official website after launch
- Official Website: Click Here
What Is DropServe?
DropServe is an online platform that helps entrepreneurs build and manage drop-serving businesses easily and successfully. It is a fully automated system that streamlines the entire process of selling without requiring direct involvement. It saves a lot of money and time, enabling the user to focus more on scaling and growing the business, while the system works to provide hassle-free support.
The primary function of the DropServe digital program is to connect users with audiences that require high-demand services. It generates a lot of traffic to your services and helps convert visitors to buyers. The program comes with a lot of comprehensive guidelines, video instructions, strategies, and plans.
Following these instructions simplifies the learning curve and makes you an expert in this field. It is easy to follow and helps even a beginner with zero technical skills.
How Does The DropServe Digital Program Work?
DropServe is an online service that is built by giving the utmost priority to efficiency, scalability, and value creation. The program aims to minimize the time and effort required, offering the best service. It operates based on a few core principles that enhance the DropServe business. Firstly, the program works to automate repetitive tasks like client onboarding and service fulfillment. Entrepreneurs can save a lot of their time by automating it. Instead of wasting their time on such affairs., they can focus on scaling and growing their business.
The other principle as important as the firstly mentioned is the introduction to highly valuable and demanded services. Customers are provided with a marketplace where there is demand for high-value services. This will help attract clients and you can charge premium prices and earn more. On the whole, the DropServe program helps generate more traffic to your business and helps convert visitors to buyers. Additionally, it offers a continuous opportunity to learn and grow. Users can follow the detailed instructions, guides, plans, and visuals to understand more about the field. Also, a community to share ideas and insights improves your overall knowledge and accountability.
Interested To Read More About DropServe From Its Official Website? Click Here!
Who Created DropServe?
DropServe is a digital money-making program that was developed by Chris Munch and Jay Cruiz. Both of them have been the front runners in the e-service industry for the past few years. They have a wide expertise and knowledge in the field of digital marketing.
The combined effort of these individuals leads to the creation of a highly automated system that generates high-ticket, high-profit, and recurring sales in this e-service industry.
DropServe Launch Details
This business support program has not been launched yet. For all those business enthusiasts, here are some important dates to note. The prelaunch of the DropServe program begins on the 15th of October. Followed by which the cart opens on the 22nd of October. Customers who are looking for a fully automated business support model can register for the program and understand more about IoT.
So far no major details about the DropServe digital program have been provided as it has not launched yet. As of now, this program aims to support a person fully, enabling them to set up a business till finishing it. Remember that the cart closes on the 1st of November.
DropServe money money-making program comes with a launch contest, making things more interesting and effective. Customers can earn up to or more than $50,000 as a cash prize by winning the contest. Different levels and types of contests are available. The details of the contest are as follows.
The contest during the launch week can help you win up to:
- First place: $20,000 in cash.
- Second place: $10,000 in cash.
- Third place: $5000 in cash.
Pre-launch prizes are given below.
- For first place- $5000 in cash.
- For second place- $3000 in cash.
- For third place- $1000 in cash.
Additionally, you will get $1 per lead.
Speed contest prizes.
- First to 1 FE sale- $100.
- First to 5 FE sale- $250.
- First to 10 FE sale- $500.
- First to 25 FE sale- $1000.
- First to 50 FE sale- $2000.
- First to 100 FE sale- $5000.
BonusPrize
With this, affiliates who offer the best, unique, valuable, and creative bonus will be awarded an extra $500.it is not based on the sales volume so anybody can be a winner.
To participate, submit your bonus to [email protected] with the subject ‘DropServe bonus submission’.
What Does The DropServe Include?
DropServe e-book includes various key components which are listed below.
● The Drop Serve Training Program
This training guide combines comprehensive plans to help a person get a clear idea of this field and program, simplifying the learning curve.
● A-Z guide
Here, you will find all that you need to know from setting up a business to finishing it.
● Step-by-step videos
Several video instructions and visual learning resources are provided to make the user experience more hassle-free and easy.
● Ampire: Special Reseller Edition
This is an exclusive right that you will get to sell the service under your brand.
● Custom-Built Store
This is a drop-servicing store tailored to convert visitors into buyers.
● Aim and Fire Traffic System
Customers will be provided with various tools that help attract ticket buyers.
● Mastermind group
This is a community to share your insights and gain more accountability.
● Fulfillment center
This service helps manage the order fulfillment automatically.
Click Here To Download The DropServe Program From The Official Website
About 8-FIGURE LAUNCH FUNNEL.
The DropServe program revolves around an 8-FIGURE LAUNCH FUNNEL that helps you escalate your business. Using this strategy can improve your sales and help attain success. Since the program has not been launched yet, no further details reading this idea or strategy are available. The plan will be known to the audience once after the launch. This 8-FIGURE LAUNCH FUNNEL is a principle that defines a perfect business model.
Features Of DropServe Digital Program
DropServe e-book combines various beneficial features, ensuring the smooth running of the business and thereby helping improve user experience and simplify the risk of business. Following are some of the noteworthy features of this program.
- High traffic generating system
It comes with a feature, the aim, and a fire traffic system.DropServe program helps the user to attain potential buyers and to enter the vast market with no risk.
- A custom-branded store
A custom-branded drop-serve store is provided to the user where the traffic is directly converted to the buyers.
- Automated order fulfillment
Seamless transactions are offered and the buyers are direct;y linked with the service providers.
- Mastermind community
This is a private place where one can share their thoughts, ideas, and insights. It also helps gain accountability.
- Fulfillment center
The involvement of the user is not fully required as the system helps fulfill the orders and ensure that clients get the best service.
- Resources and training
Fully detailed instructions are provided which include video guides, visual explanations, strategies, checklists, and so on to help users attain success easily and safely.
- Reseller rights
Here, you will get reseller rights that enable you to house brand the services of DropServe program under your brand.
- Assistance and coaching
Additionally, you get a lot of coaching, support programs, and assistance through emails. This overall helps improve your business.
Tap Here To Download The DropServe Program From The Official Website
The Benefits of Using The DropServe Program
With possessing a lot of unique features, it offers a lot to its customers. In this section, some of the key advantages of using the DropServe digital program are listed.
- Powerful marketing tools
This program provides a range of marketing tools that can be used to attract a lot of audiences, thereby increasing sales.
- Increased profit potential
This DropServe system increases your profit potential by introducing you to many high-demand services. This way you can charge premium prices to earn more.
- Effectual automation
The program is time-saving and helps you automate tasks. This enables the user to focus more on growth rather than focusing on other time-consuming strategies and operations.
- Customer Assistance
A lot of extensive training programs and community support have been provided throughout. This helps users attain success with support.
- Reduced financial risk
The initial startup cost is minimal, unlike traditional businesses. So customers can start great without spending a lot on the beginning itself.
Pros And Cons Of DropServe
Like any other online money-making program, it has a lot of advantages and a few drawbacks to list. Going through the pros and cons of this program will help customers understand more about it. Below are the pros and cons of the DropServe digital program.
Pros of DropServe
- The DropServe program enhances the profit potential by giving and providing access to high-demand services.
- It reduces the workload by automating various aspects of the business.
- Simplifies the learning curve and provides comprehensive training sessions to its customers.
- Comes with detailed instructions and step-by-step plans.
Cons of DropServe
- A fully automated system can lead to issues if there are service disruptions or technical glitches.
- It might be difficult for non-tech users and take time to catch up with the DropServe program.
Dropserve Availability Details
DropServe digital program is only available through the official website. Do not use any other links or platforms to access this program as they are all fraudulent ones. The original program is only provided through the official DropServe website. The program can be accessed easily from its authorized website after the launch.
Click Here To Order DropServe From Its Official Website
Final Verdict On DropServe Reviews
From the detailed overview of the DropServe review, it can be concluded that this program is a legitimate business-supporting platform that is worth waiting for. The previous programs launched by the creators Chris Munch and Jay Cruiz are all hits and successful, so it is not more to expect the same in the case of this.
The DropServe program offers an all-in-one solution to all those looking to make their business a successful one. The program does not demand any technical skills or previous experience in business. It can be followed by any beginner as it comes with detailed instructions and guides. So far it gives a positive outlook and the details regarding this digital program are convincing to wait for its launch.
FAQs
- Is it effective for someone who has very little technical knowledge?
The DropServe program comes with detailed instructions and plans. However, for those with zero technical skills and knowledge, the initial learning phase may take a while to adapt to the platform.
- Is it available on any other online sites or platforms?
No, this DropServe digital money-making program is only available through its official website.
- What is the cost of this DropServe program?
As of now, no price details are provided as the program has not been launched yet. But you can see the updates of the DropServe digital program through this page in the coming days.
- How long will the cart be open?
The cart opens on the 22nd of October and closes on the 1st of November.
- What exactly do I get by being part of this program?
No plans or strategies regarding the program are so far known. However, you will be provided with everything that you need to become a successful businessman.
Click Here To Download DropServe From Its Official Website
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Former Chegutu West legislator Dexter Taona Nduna, who was over the weekend arrested on charges of illegally collecting parking fees from motorists, appears again in Chegutu Magistrates Court today for his bail ruling on fraud charges.
He appeared in court over the weekend and was remanded in custody to yesterday for bail application, but the final ruling was not ready so he was remanded in custody to today.
Allegations are that earlier this month Nduna misrepresented to two motorists that he was collecting parking fees on behalf of the Municipality of Chegutu.
According to the prosecutor, Mr Tafadzwa Vhore, he misled the motorists by claiming that a company associated with him, Team Chapter, was responsible for collecting vehicle parking fees in Chegutu.
A police report was made leading to his arrest.
Nduna was represented by attorney Unite Saizi from Saizi Law Chambers.
Last week, Nduna removed a tweet he had posted on his X account claiming that a group known as Team Chapter would be taking over parking operations in Harare.
Posting on his X account, Mr Nduna said he had not followed due diligence, hence he removed the post.
"I have pulled down the tweet that had a deployment of Team Chapter operatives for the 7th of October 2024 because it had not followed the law to its fullest," he said.
"The process of vetting is not yet done. I am sorry for the tensions that this tweet would have created."
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Ultra-processed food fears `could mean people eat even less healthily´
Warnings to avoid ultra-processed foods (UPFs) could lead to some people eating even less healthily, researchers have said.
Two experts from the universities of Aberdeen and Liverpool argued research around UPFs is still in its infancy and more needs to be known before people are told to stop consuming them.
Instead, they said the focus of public health guidance should remain on eating a diet full of fruit, vegetables and wholegrains, while also limiting foods high in fat, sugar and salt.
UPFs have been linked in studies to poor health, such as an increased risk of obesity, heart disease, cancer and early death.
Examples of UPFs include ice cream, processed meats, crisps, mass-produced bread, some breakfast cereals, biscuits and fizzy drinks.
UPFs often contain high levels of saturated fat, salt and sugar and additives, which experts say leaves less room in people’s diets for more nutritious foods.
Ultra-processed foods have been linked in studies to poor health, such as an increased risk of obesity (Dominic Lipinski/PA)
These UPFs also tend to include additives and ingredients that are not used when people cook from scratch, such as preservatives, emulsifiers and artificial colours and flavours.
However, some experts say it is not clear why UPFs are linked to poor health and question whether this is because of processing, additives or because people tend to eat less nutritious other foods.
In the new article, published in PLOS Medicine, experts argued that less well-off people could be most affected by any blanket health warnings about UPFs without more scientific evidence.
Professor Eric Robinson of the University of Liverpool, one of the authors of the article, said: “Foods classed as ultra-processed which are high in fat, salt and/or sugar should be avoided, but a number of ultra-processed foods are not.
“We should be thinking very carefully about what advice is being given to the public, as opposed to providing simplified and potentially misleading messages that grab headlines.”
The article states there is a potential “social cost for many people with more limited resources” of removing convenient options and the possible negative mental health impacts on “those who worry about their health or live with eating disorders, particularly if social circumstances make avoiding UPFs difficult”.
It continued that “avoiding some types of UPFs” could lead some people to choose alternatives “that are higher in energy or macronutrients of concern.
“We know with certainty that foods which are energy dense and/or high in saturated fat, salt or sugar are detrimental to health and we should continue to advise consumers to limit consumption of these foods.
“Likewise, we should be encouraging consumption of health-promoting foods, like fruits, vegetables and wholegrains.”
Professor Alexandra Johnstone, from the Rowett Institute of Nutrition and Health, University of Aberdeen and one of the authors, said: “We must guard against the possibility that the people in our society who are already most at risk of not being able to afford to eat healthily are not put in an even worse position as we continue to investigate the links between some ultra-processed foods and poor health.
“We need more high-quality mechanistic research in humans, using controlled diets, to tease out the effects of nutrient profile and ultra-processing per se.”
The article concluded: “Based on the balance of current evidence, we do not believe it is appropriate to be advising consumers to avoid all UPFs and we await further evidence to inform consumer guidance on the need to limit consumption of specifics foods based on their degree or type of processing.”
In the paper, the authors published details of anything that could be seen as a competing interest.
Prof Johnstone said she currently receives funding from places such as UK Research and Innovation, charities and the Scottish Government, and leads an FIO Food research project “where there is a retailer project partner” looking at obesity.
“I also lead the DIO Food project, also funded by UKRI, with other UK retailers involved in data analysis and consumer trend reporting around HFSS purchase patterns.”
Prof Robinson said during 2014-2016, he was a named investigator on a project funded by Unilever and a project funded by the American Beverage Association.
He added: “I do not receive any financial awards or fees from the food industry.”
Dr Hilda Mulrooney, reader in nutrition and health at London Metropolitan University, said: “This is an important and timely paper, given the current level of interest in UPFs and their potential effects on health…
“It is important to acknowledge the fact that, for some groups in particular, foods classed as UPFs make very significant contributions to nutrient intakes, and these would be difficult to achieve otherwise.
“Much of the research available shows associations between UPFs and health outcomes and cannot demonstrate causality.
“This distinction is important, given that many UPFs (e.g. breakfast cereals, breads) make substantial contributions to nutrient intakes in the UK population.”
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Italy’s PM to visit Lebanon, says U.N. mission should not be withdrawn
By Angelo Amante
ROME (Reuters) -Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Tuesday she plans to visit Lebanon on Oct. 18, just days after Israeli forces attacked U.N. bases in the country, drawing anger from many EU capitals, including Rome.
The U.N. peacekeeping mission known as UNIFIL is stationed in southern Lebanon to monitor hostilities along the demarcation line with Israel — an area that has seen serious clashes this month between Israeli troops and Iran-backed Hezbollah fighters.
Israel has demanded the withdrawal of the UNIFIL forces, which include just over 1,000 Italian troops, but contributor nations have refused and angrily denounced repeated Israeli strikes against the bases that have injured some peacekeepers.
“We believe that the attitude of the Israeli forces is completely unjustified,” Meloni told the upper house of parliament, describing it as a “blatant violation” of a U.N. resolution that mandated the Lebanese mission.
In a later speech to the lower house, she said: “I believe that a withdrawal on the basis of a unilateral request by Israel would be a big mistake. It would undermine the credibility of the mission itself, the credibility of the United Nations.”
Her decision to travel to Lebanon, despite daily attacks on the country by Israel, highlights Italy’s determination to support the U.N. operation and underscores Rome’s anger with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the issue.
Meloni’s government has been one of the most vocal supporters of Israel over the past year as it battled regional enemies following the Oct. 7 Hamas assault out of Gaza.
“I understand Israel’s reasons for needing to prevent what happened last October 7 from happening again, but that obviously does not mean I agree with all its choices.” Meloni said.
Since the start of Israel’s ground operation in Lebanon on Oct. 1, UNIFIL positions have been targeted 20 times, including by direct fire and an incident on Sunday when two Israeli tanks burst through the gates of a UNIFIL base, the U.N. has said.
Netanyahu has denied that Israeli troops deliberately struck at UNIFIL peacekeepers.
Italy has formally protested to Israel and joined allies in condemning the attacks on the mission.
Meloni said Hezbollah had also violated the U.N. resolution and sought “to militarize the area under UNIFIL’s jurisdiction”, adding that Italy wanted to strengthen the capabilities of UNIFIL and the Lebanese Armed Forces.
(Reporting by Angelo Amante and Giuseppe FonteWriting by Crispian BalmerEditing by Timothy Heritage and Gareth Jones)
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RELATED: 10 Russian Ads From The Last 10 Years That have Not Aged Well.
Most of yous don’t know the 1970s. It was like…another dimension in another universe compared to today’s www world.
This is what 70s kids, like me, did daily. LEFT—Lined up to risk serious injury at the playground. Note dad and toddler (c/u below) and know that dad is just going to shove that poor boy down the slide and hope for the best. RIGHT: High school gym class. No worries. The floor was lined with hard wrestling mats less than two inches thick that would not stop compound fractures but would help soak up the blood.
OK, to the ads.
1. LOVE’S BABY SOFT
“Bizarre” is not the word I would use here. Amazingly, Love’s print ads were even creepier. Christ, look at it. Now note that it was placed in, not Pedophilia Monthly, but Tiger Beat magazine, targeting young teen girls.
2. SUGAR ASSOCIATION
What the fuck do you say to counter that specious headline. The evil copy:
"There's a useful psychological effect, too. The good natural sweetness of sugar is like a little reward that promotes a sense of satisfaction and well-being."
Yes, just look at how happy Snap, Crackle, and Pop are.
3. BROOMSTICKS
Two ads from a 1960s-70s campaign called the “Broomsticks Gang-Rape Series™”. WTF were “Broomsticks”? Men’s pants made from a blend of Acrilan® (acrylic) and Rayon, or CELANESE® and FORTREL® = 100% unnatural.
“Rosie”, left, faces a “ring” of wrinkle-free-pants-wearing rapists. Unnamed woman, right, nervously, dreadfully awaits the sound of unzipping.
4. MaGriffe Perfume & Smirnoff
Back to the heady days of Women’s Lib.
LEFT: You wake up and shower, but don't wash your hair. You leave your fuck-me wedges in the closet and slip on your new Earth shoes, a faded tie-dye t-shirt and loose bell bottoms. Your big placard reads "EQUALITY FOR WOMYN!!!" You're angry and proud. You're at the front of the 1,000-strong pack. Suddenly from your left, downwind, a man who looks like Lee Majors ambles up to you and grabs your placard with one hand and your ass with the other. You're pissed, but aroused. Then, you remember...damn you MaGriffe! Your protesting day is over. Your “liberating” evening is about to begin.
RIGHT: Is her bra currently smoldering in the ladies room trashcan? Is she also panty-less? Why is Mr Bad Haircut boring a hole into the side of the lush’s head and not betwixt her now unencumbered breasts?
5. DOLE Bananas
“IF YOU FEEL IT PEEL IT”. I don’t know how “Great Gig In The Sky” (featuring the brilliant voice of Clare Torry) sells bananas. Unless: Dole was lacing their phallic symbols with LSD.
6. AMERICAN AIRLINES
Yeah-nah, how bout somebody’s else MILF. American Airlines ad from 1968 when "business class" was chain-smoking men with their pants unbuckled, and “flight attendants” were sashaying short-skirted stewardesses. When the hooch flowed non-stop and ass-pinching was the service bell. That was flying "The American Way."
NOTE: I’m old enough to remember flying to Florida in a cigarette-smoke-filled tube. Breathe that in, youngsters.
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A REPORT of a welfare concern resulted in a brief road closure on Monday evening.
The road between Lyne Road and Old Green Roundabout in Newport was closed for around 90 minutes on Monday, October 14.
Police officers were called to the scene after receiving a call concerning the welfare of a girl near Brynglas Road in Newport.
The road was briefly closed from just after 7.30pm, and police attended alongside colleagues from the South Wales Fire and Rescue Service.
Gwent Police have confirmed that the girl's injuries are not thought to be life-changing or life-threatening.
A spokesperson for Gwent Police said: "We received a report concerning the welfare of a girl near Brynglas Road, Newport, at around 5.40pm on Monday 14 October.
"Officers attended alongside personnel from South Wales Fire and Rescue Service and SARA (Severn Area Rescue Association).
"A 16-year-old girl was taken to hospital."
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One Day Strike Secures Significant Wage Increases, Improved Benefits
KANSAS CITY, Mo., Oct. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- After a one-day strike, warehouse workers represented by Teamsters Local 955 at Sysco/SYGMA in Kansas City have unanimously ratified a new collective bargaining agreement.
SYGMA, a subsidiary of Sysco, supplies food and other goods to major chain restaurants. In the Kansas City area, its largest customers include Wendy's, Panera Bread, and Papa Murphy's.
"We made it clear to the company that we were prepared to fight for what we rightfully deserve," said Neil Thirstrup, a 21-year SYGMA worker and Local 955 shop steward. "We reached a fair agreement for everyone, but this fight could have been avoided if the company had taken our demands seriously from the start."
The new four-year contract includes double-time pay after 12 hours and doubles the night premium. Workers will see an immediate 13 percent wage increase, with a total raise of 22.2 percent over the life of the contract. Additionally, the agreement enhances paid holidays, vacation policies, and seniority rights.
"It's unfortunate that Sysco chose to play hardball with the Teamsters, but in the end we prevailed," said Jerry D. Wood, President of Local 955. "This is a strong contract that will have a life-changing impact for our members and their families."
Nationwide, the Teamsters represent more than 10,00 workers at Sysco and its subsidiaries. In recent years, corporate greed and a blatant disregard for workers' collective bargaining rights have led to multiple high-profile labor disputes with the company.
"Sysco's upper management needs to understand that you don't win when you take on the Teamsters," said Tom Erickson, Director of the Teamsters Warehouse Division and Central Region Vice President. "We prefer to resolve issues at the bargaining table, and the company had ample time to do so. But the Teamsters won't be pushed around. If necessary, we will strike to get what we deserve."
Founded in 1903, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters represents 1.3 million hardworking people in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico. Visit Teamster.org for more information. Follow us on Twitter @Teamsters and "like" us on Facebook at Facebook.com/teamsters.
Contact:
Daniel Moskowitz, (770) 262-4971
[email protected]
SOURCE International Brotherhood of Teamsters
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The Kamala Harris campaign alleged that
Donald Trump was lost, confused and frozen for 30 minutes at the Pennsylvania townhall as the audience started leaving and Trump swayed from side to side in the tune of the background music. The claim was in line with Kamala Harris' insistence the Donald Trump should release his heath report like she did in which her doctors certified the vice president as fit.
As the video of Donald Trump standing on the stage doing nothing went viral, Trump supporters claimed that the Kamala Harris campaign doctored the video as desperate measures while Trump actually decided to play music for the town hall after there were two medical emergencies.
The medical emergencies that took place to some audience members came as lengthy interruptions to Donald Trump's townhall and so the former president opted to play several of his favorite songs to the crowd.
“Would anybody else like to faint? Please raise your hand,” Trump quipped after the second individual was helped to their feet. Then his staff played “Time to Say Goodbye” by Andrea Bocelli and “It’s A Man’s Man’s Man’s World” by James Brown.
“We could do another question or two if you’d like,” Trump said to the cheers of the crowd, before changing his mind. “How about this? We’ll play ‘YMCA,’ and we’ll go home.”
“Let me just give you the bottom line, though,” Trump said. “We win Pennsylvania, we win this great commonwealth, we are going to win the whole ballgame. It’s such an important place.”
"Hope he's okay," Kamala Harris posted sharing a video of Donald Trump swaying and nodding.
MAGA supporters noted that even ABC News, which is known as a Dem-friendly network, did not misreport and, in fact, debunked the Kamala campaign as the ABC News said the mood at the townhall was intimate and at the end Trump did something he rarely does. "He came down off the stage and mingled with his supporters. He was signing autographs and shaking hands," the ABC News correspondent said.
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Strengthening the Future of Payments Together
LINTHICUM HEIGHTS, MD, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2024 /EINPresswire / -- Macha, Inc. (“Macha”) and PaymentsFirst, Inc. (“PFI”) announced on July 29, 2024 that their respective Boards of Directors have approved a merger agreement under which the two payment associations will combine. As of October 1, 2024, this merger has been approved by the memberships from both associations.
Macha's wholly-owned subsidiary, Payment Advisory Resource ("PAR"), will continue to offer audit and consulting services under the combined payment association.
“As we move forward with our partnership with PFI, I want to sincerely thank each of our members. This new chapter wouldn't be possible without your continued support. By combining our strengths, we can enhance our product offerings, foster innovation, and deliver greater value to our members,” said Mary Gilmeister, President & CEO of Macha.
Rich Leary, President & CEO of PFI added,“As we step into this partnership with Macha, I want to take a moment to thank every one of our members. The road ahead is promising, and I'm grateful for their support as we enter this new chapter together.”
Gilmeister will serve as the CEO and Leary will serve as the President of the resulting entity, which will be known as PaymentsFirst, Inc., as of January 1, 2025.
Both the Macha and PFI teams are excited to collaborate, empowering their combined membership to make informed decisions about payments and drive future success.
Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren s.c. served as Macha's legal advisor. Adams and Reese LLP served as PFI's legal advisor.
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By Lt. Col. Gilbert Juarez, 305th Military Intelligence Battalion
FORT HUACHUCA, Arizona – The 305th Military Intelligence Battalion TRADOC Organic Medical Support (TOMS) section provides health care services to every 35F Intelligence Analyst attending Advanced Individual Training (AIT). The TOMS staff also advises the battalion commander on medical issues, readiness, and ways to optimize trainee performance.
Last year, the TOMS section identified a concerning trend. In nearly every training cycle, Soldiers arrived at AIT with behavioral health issues or physical injuries sustained in Basic Combat Training (BCT) or en route to Fort Huachuca. In many cases Soldiers rapidly recover from physical injuries and require no additional support. However, more significant injuries, such as sprained ankles, require advanced treatment.
Identifying these Soldiers during the onboarding process is critical because AIT is programmed to train, educate, and challenge Soldiers both inside and outside of the classroom. This training may exacerbate underlying behavioral health issues or physical injuries.
“The battalion TOMS team recognized this reality and teamed with Behavioral Health specialists, Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) coaches, and therapists to develop a targeted strategy to promptly address these concerns,” said Staff Sgt. Joseph Scagnelli, TOMS NCOIC.
The Warrior Checkpoint initiative aims to prevent further injuries and address behavioral health conditions before crisis by fully screening incoming AIT Soldiers as they arrive. Like a traffic checkpoint, where law enforcement stops to inspect and ensure all drivers are prepared to continue safely, the Warrior Checkpoint screens Soldiers for issues that could impact their time in AIT.
“Warrior Checkpoint unites the best of healthcare - preventative care, holistic healing, and conventional treatment that empowers Soldiers to take charge of their health,” said Scagnelli.
The battalion trains 1000 to1500 Soldiers annually and is proactively working to mitigate issues before they escalate. By leveraging resources from the Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC), the U.S. Army Intelligence Center of Excellence (USAICoE), and the 111th Military Intelligence Brigade, Soldiers are equipped with a comprehensive set of tools and capabilities to enhance their training and performance.
“When we operated without the initiative, Soldiers did not get the care they needed, leading to more significant injuries, valuable training time loss, and more medical encounters,” said Scagnelli.
The Warrior Checkpoint involves a five-step process that starts on day one of in-processing at the battalion. The TOMS team ensures the accuracy and completeness of Soldiers' MEDPROs records, conducts behavioral health and injury screenings, and coordinates any necessary follow-up treatment.
Behavioral Health Screening:
• Initial Screening: The TOMS team administers a series of medical questionnaires to evaluate and assess the status of each Soldier to identify symptoms of depression, anxiety, and other behavioral health conditions that could require treatment.
• Counseling and Support: Soldiers identified as having behavioral health concerns are then triaged based on the initial screening and provided immediate or follow-on care. The initiative ensures that these Soldiers receive behavioral health services.
“The 305th MI BN TOMS team, through the screening process, facilitates the voluntary guidance of the few Soldiers who self-identify depressive or anxious symptoms to designated support resources, which may include behavioral health,” said Lt. Col. Kara Barr, 111th MI BDE Behavioral Health Officer.
In addition to Behavioral Health services, the Soldiers can leverage additional support from the unit chaplain, Resilient and Readiness (R2) Team support, Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F), and Military Life Family Counselors (MFLC).
Physical Health Screening:
• Injury Assessment: Soldiers are evaluated for any physical injuries sustained during BCT or in transit. This assessment includes a review of medical records, a questionnaire to screen for injuries, and if necessary, a physical examination with diagnostic imaging such as X-rays or MRIs. Common injuries such as stress fractures, sprains, and strains are identified, and appropriate treatment plans are developed.
• Rehabilitation: All injured Soldiers that require follow-on treatment are referred to their TOMS provider, occupational therapy or physical therapy. Those with significant physical limitations are provided modified training regimens and rehabilitation plans to aid their recovery while maintaining their training progress. Recently, a reconditioning initiative pairing the TOMS team with Master Fitness Trainers (MRT) to support each Soldier with a medical profile was initiated by 305th MI BN.
The Warrior Checkpoint is not a one-time process but part of a broader strategy to provide continuous support and monitoring for Soldiers throughout AIT.
“It emphasizes education and awareness to provide Soldiers with information on injury prevention, stress management, and the importance of seeking help for behavioral health issues,” Barr said. “This proactive approach fosters a culture of health and wellness within the battalion.”
Results
It's been a year since the battalion introduced the Warrior Checkpoint. Throughout the year, the TOMS team has screened over 1,000 Soldiers and has consistently collected data to refine treatment methods. The findings indicate that, on average, 15 out of every 100 Soldiers arrive with some form of mental or physical issue. Among those identified as injured, 3 percent require follow-up care through occupational or physical therapy. The data also shows that preventing Musculoskeletal (MSK) injuries and other related conditions leads to fewer limited duty profiles, less medical encounters, and reduced training days lost for each Soldier. This analysis enabled the command to make informed decisions about the physical readiness of every Soldier and the resources needed to optimize training and performance.
“We want every Soldier to come to the course knowing that we care about their health and want to help them before they put more weight in their rucksack,” said Command Sgt. Maj. Edson Rodriguez, 305th MI BN.
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Pinellas County - All Pinellas County Government offices under the County Administrator will be open to the public on Wednesday, Oct. 16, following closures due to Hurricane Milton response. The Property Appraiser’s office and courts will also reopen on Wednesday.
A limited number of services will be open to the public on Tuesday, Oct. 15:
The Pinellas County Solid Waste Disposal Complex at 3095 114th Ave. N., St. Petersburg, will be open 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. for municipal solid waste and tires only. The Household Hazardous Waste Center HHW Center will be open from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Pinellas County Utilities Payment Center will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Utilities call center will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Pinellas County Animal Services will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for pet reclaims only.
The Pinellas County Clerk of Court will reopen Tuesday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The Pinellas County Supervisor of Elections office will remain open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport will remain open.
All County parks and preserves will remain closed Tuesday except for Belleair Causeway Boat Ramp and Park Boulevard Boat Ramp. Staff continue to assess damage and address immediate safety issues at the parks. Plans for reopening will be announced once they are determined.
The Parks and Conservation Resources Administration/County Extension office building at 12520 Ulmerton Road is being used as a FEMA Disaster Recovery Center and remains closed to the public for park- and Extension-related business. Refunds associated with canceled campground and shelter reservations are currently being processed. For inquiries related to Pinellas County Extension, visit https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/pinellas/lawn-and-garden/contact-us-for-help/ or email hort@pinellas.gov.
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Treasury will no longer release funds for transactions conducted outside the electronic Government procurement system which came into use this year and is now at the final stage of full implementation, Vice President Dr Constantino Chiwenga has said.
This, he added, is designed to boost transparency and minimise corruption.
VP Chiwenga was speaking in Victoria Falls yesterday at the Procurement Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe's (PRAZ) 4th annual conference aimed at assessing progress in public procurement and charting a future that aligns with the vision for transparency, efficiency, good corporate governance and accountability.
"This progress is testament to our commitment to improving public procurement and supporting the broader economic goals of our nation," said the VP Chiwenga.
More than 21 000 suppliers have already registered on the system that went live in January to modernise and digitalise procurement processes and ensure equitable participation by all stakeholders.
The conference, which has attracted over 500 delegates to the resort city, is running under the theme, "Empowering Africa: Leveraging Sustainable Procurement in the African Continental Free Trade Area."
"We have gathered here to assess progress in public procurement and to chart a future that aligns with our collective vision for transparency, efficiency, good corporate governance and accountability," said VP Chiwenga.
"You may be pleased to know that the electronic Government procurement system went live in January this year, marking a pivotal step towards modernising our procurement processes. This initiative, implemented in phases, aims to enhance transparency and reduce opportunities for corruption.
"We have gathered here to assess progress in public procurement and to chart a future that aligns with our collective vision for transparency, efficiency, good corporate governance and accountability," said VP Chiwenga.
Digitalising procurement made it more accessible, ensuring equitable participation by all stakeholders.
"This progress is testament to our commitment to improving public procurement and supporting the broader economic goals of our nation," said the VP Chiwenga.
"In accordance with the law, Treasury has been instructed that funds will not be released for any procurements conducted outside the electronic Government procurement system."
The conference is also focusing on the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and its implications for sustainable procurement practices across the continent.
VP Chiwenga said aligning procurement strategies with the objectives of the AfCFTA would create an environment that attracted investment and encouraged local production to contribute to the broader goals of regional integration and sustainable development.
"Zimbabwe's strategic geographic location within Southern Africa positions it as a vital link between key trade corridors in the northern and southern regions of the continent.
"To support this vision, the Government is actively rehabilitating its road network to enhance accessibility to regional markets," said VP Chiwenga.
VP Chiwenga said PRAZ is also actively working to enhance the skills of procurement professionals both locally and regionally.
He urged all ministries, departments, and agencies to ensure full compliance and upload their annual procurement plans as stipulated in the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act (Chapter 22:23).
VP Chiwenga said PRAZ is also actively working to enhance the skills of procurement professionals both locally and regionally.
PRAZ chief executive Mr Clever Ruswa said the AfCFTA represents a significant milestone in the journey towards continental economic unity.
"As we stand on the brink of unprecedented opportunities for economic integration and collaboration, we must embrace sustainable procurement practices that not only enhance efficiency, but also foster environmental stewardship and social responsibility.
"It opens doors for trade, investment, and development, creating a platform where we can leverage our diverse resources and talents," said Mr Ruswa.
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MunchEye has announced the launch of DropServe by Chris Munch, providing aspiring entrepreneurs with an all-in-one solution to get started with e-commerce faster.
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MunchEye has announced the launch of DropServe, a system that taps into low-competition, high-demand items across hundreds of niches, leveraging built-in traffic through a proprietary marketing solution to drive more leads and increase sales. According to its creators, the program is suitable for everyone, from first-time digital entrepreneurs to experienced professionals in the space.
More information can be found at https://muncheye.com/chris-munch-dropserve-ai
Once they access DropServe, customers will get a fully functional branded online store that they can use to start dropshipping e-services. All the training is provided, and there is an exclusive partnership with an 8-figure fulfillment specialist.
Recent data from Meteor Space shows that dropshipping accounted for 23% of all sales in the past year. Across the world, companies are relying on it more and more as a business model, which shows a shift in consumer behavior and retail strategies.
One of the benefits of e-services is that it offers a low barrier to entry for newcomers in this field. Unlike traditional product-based dropshipping, e-service models eliminate the need for physical inventory management and shipping logistics.
DropServe's automated store setup streamlines the process of launching an e-service dropshipping business, as all the technical aspects of creating an online storefront - including web design, payment gateway integration, and service listing management - are handled already.
The proprietary marketing system automates content creation and drives targeted buyer traffic to users' e-service stores. This addresses another of the key challenges faced by new online businesses: attracting potential customers. By generating relevant content and implementing strategies to increase visibility, DropServe can accelerate growth.
DropServe also provides access to a mastermind group - essentially a community of like-minded professionals all in one place. Users can exchange ideas, share experiences, and collaborate with fellow entrepreneurs in the e-service dropshipping space.
Noting the ability to get started quickly, Chris Munch states: "We demolished all the usual headaches and stumbling blocks that keep people from finding success when starting up a new business online - partnering with them to ensure success."
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Sportsbooks applaud Jets adding Davante Adams
The New York Jets' front office didn't take long to react to Monday night's difficult loss to Buffalo, striking Tuesday morning by finalizing the long-speculated trade for wide receiver Davante Adams.
And oddsmakers took almost no time in adjusting their outlook for the Jets' chances of rebounding to become a threat in the AFC by season's end.
After New York fell to 2-4 with Monday's loss, the Jets fell to +700 to win the AFC East and +1500 to win the AFC Championship at DraftKings. However, those odds shifted to +650 and +1300, respectfully, after news of the Adams deal broke Tuesday morning.
At BetMGM, the Jets' odds of simply making the playoffs shortened from +165 to +140.
New York is currently third in its own division, a half-game back of 2-3 Miami. The Jets are 10th in the AFC standings, but only a game behind Indianapolis, which currently owns the final wild card spot at just 3-3.
While DraftKings kept their Super Bowl odds at +3000, the Jets' title odds shifted from +3500 to +3000 at BetMGM.
REUNION TOUR
Adams has long been linked to a potential trade to the Jets, where he will be reunited with Aaron Rodgers, his quarterback in Green Bay for eight years. The Rodgers to Adams combination was responsible for 622 receptions, 7,590 yards and 69 touchdowns with the Packers.
Adams, 31, has 18 catches for 209 yards and a touchdown in three games this season. However, he has sat out the past three games while nursing a nagging hamstring injury and reportedly angling to be traded to one of a handful of teams.
The Jets rank 22nd in total offense through six games and while they are 16th in passing, Rodgers has been overly reliant on Garrett Wilson, who leads the team with 41 catches on 67 targets. Allen Lazard, another former running mate in Green Bay, is second with 26 catches on 40 targets, but has also been plagued by drops.
With Adams being brought into to complement Wilson, Lazard can now be utilized as the third receiver. Free-agent addition Mike Williams has only 10 catches for 145 yards and has yet to score as he returns from knee surgery.
STOKING THE FIRE
Rodgers, 40, is a four-time NFL MVP, but the addition of Adams isn't likely to accelerate him to a fifth. He has an 84.4 passer rating with nine touchdowns against five interceptions while completing 61.8 percent of his passes.
DraftKings maintained Rodgers as a +5000 longshot to win MVP honors, putting him 16th among the players the book is offering odds on.
More important, Adams' arrival comes ahead of a critical stretch of games. After road trips to Pittsburgh (4-2) and New England (1-5), the Jets return home to host AFC South leader Houston (5-1). They have four divisional games remaining, including two against the Dolphins.
HEFTY PRICE TAG
New York will reportedly send Las Vegas a conditional third-round pick for Adams that could be elevated to a second-round selection based on his individual performance the rest of this season, according to ESPN and The Athletic.
NFL Network reported the Jets have also agreed to take on the rest of Adams' salary. He's in the middle of the third season on a five-year, $140 million contract signed in 2022. That includes base salaries of $35.64 million in 2025 and 2026. However, according to the Spotrac sports salary database, none of the remaining money in his contract is guaranteed.
--Field Level Media
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Fox Corporation FOXA has emerged as a formidable player in the third quarter of 2024 in a media landscape marked by fierce competition and shifting viewer preferences. The company's flagship news channel, FOX News, has maintained its dominance in cable ratings, solidifying its position as a leader in the digital news space.
FOX News Digital has achieved an impressive streak, leading all news brands in multiplatform views and minutes for the 14th consecutive quarter. The platform's performance in third-quarter 2024 was particularly noteworthy, with 10.4 billion total multiplatform minutes and 5.3 billion multiplatform views. These figures represent significant year-over-year growth, indicating the platform's increasing popularity among digital news consumers.
The network's success is particularly striking when contrasted with its main competitors, Warner Bros. Discovery WBD-owned CNN and The New York Times Company NYT, which reported 3.82 billion and 4.87 billion multiplatform views, respectively, in the third quarter.
This trend suggests that Fox is not only retaining its core audience but also attracting new viewers, potentially expanding its market share in the highly competitive news industry.
Fox's strategy of expanding its reach through partnerships with platforms like EchoStar SATS-owned DISH Network and SLING TV, as well as its FOX Nation streaming service, appears to be an attempt to stay ahead of these competitive pressures.
Fox's digital strategy appears to be paying dividends, with the FOX News Mobile app averaging 6.4 million unique visitors in the third quarter. This mobile-first approach aligns with changing consumer habits and positions the company well for future growth in the digital space.
The company's social media presence has also seen remarkable growth, with FOX News leading the competitive set in total social interactions for the 42nd consecutive quarter. A 60% year-over-year increase in social media interactions underscores the effectiveness of Fox's digital engagement strategies.
The company's consistent leadership in digital news consumption, coupled with its growing social media influence, suggests a robust and adaptable business model. Shares of the company have gained 40% in the year-to-date period compared with the Zacks Consumer Discretionary sector’s 4.7% return.
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FOXA’s Potential Headwinds Signal Caution for Investors
Despite Fox Corporation's recent successes in digital media and cable news ratings, several factors suggest investors may want to consider selling the stock.
Cord-cutting continues to accelerate, with traditional cable subscriptions declining at an alarming rate. This trend poses a substantial threat to Fox's cable news business, which has long been a cornerstone of its revenues. As viewers increasingly shift to streaming platforms, Fox's reliance on cable distribution may become a liability rather than an asset.
The company's conservative-leaning news coverage, while appealing to a dedicated audience, may limit its potential for broader market growth. In an increasingly polarized media environment, this positioning could alienate advertisers seeking to reach a more diverse demographic, potentially impacting ad revenues.
To stay ahead in the competition, the company is spending massively on buying sports rights. In fiscal 2024, operating expenses increased 6.19% year over year, primarily due to higher sports programming rights amortization and production costs related to NFL, Major League Baseball and college football content, including a higher number of live events. Increased digital investment at TUBI and FOXNews Media, costs associated with the launch of the United States Football League and higher entertainment programming rights amortization due to more hours of original scripted programming are expected to hurt the company’s profitability in the near term.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for FOXA’s first-quarter fiscal 2024 earnings per share is pegged at $1.12 per share, down a penny in the past 30 days. The consensus mark for fiscal 2025 earnings is pegged at $3.69 per share, down 0.8% in the past 30 days.
FOXA currently has a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell), which implies that new investors may want to wait for a more favorable entry point to accumulate the stock.
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Did You Enjoy Your Ephemeral Web Experience?
Consequences and considerations from the Internet Archive outage.
The Internet Archive has been down since October 9th. At the time of writing, a provisional read-only version of the Wayback Machine is online.
Initially when archive.org went down, there was a prompt displaying a message:
“Have you ever felt like the Internet Archive runs on sticks and is constantly on the verge of suffering a catastrophic security breach? It just happened. See 31 million of you on HIBP!”.
“HIBP” referring to the breach notification service have i been pwned?, which is worth checking with any and all emails you happen to use. At the very least it’s worth making sure you’re not re-using any passwords from previous breaches.
The outage itself meant that for many, we are already experiencing an ephemeral web where the current state is the only state. The old adage “the Internet never forgets” relies on a variety of assumptions and compromises. The truth is, a great deal of information disappears from the web on a very regular basis. Projects terminate, companies rebrand and/or change, other sites just disappear without a trace. In the hope of preserving crucial information, various online archives have been used. It takes an immense amount of resources, allegedly 160 petabytes, of data to even attempt to store a record of the web’s state. This is something that very few can even consider taking on. This difficulty means that the web will always have ephemeral qualities to a degree, and we have to consider how best to navigate that environment.
Navigating The Ephemeral Web
Have you ever been in a chat room with disappearing messages? Maybe you should. The web as it exists is very similar to that. Every site and service changes over time. In some ways this may not necessarily be bad, not every byte of data on the web is inherently valuable or desirable. Some people may be relieved that their digital footprint fades over time. But there are serious and troubling concerns as well. As an information management system, the World Wide Web is arguably one of the wonders of the world. Any decision to deliberately, destroy, conceal or manipulate critical information is itself a massive problem. Beyond mere entropy, there will always be concerted efforts to ensure that particular information is kept from being used to counter various interests.
The deliberate removal of information online can be as simple as various platforms removing content from their site, it could be institutions breaking links to previously available reports and documents, or even destruction of entire sites. It takes a great deal of effort to preserve information across time. That effort isn’t to be taken for granted. Online information destruction certainly isn’t new, but there is a troubling, and accelerating trend. One of the more significant warnings is episode 384 of the Corbett Report’s podcast The Library of Alexandria is on Fire where James Corbett gives some excellent advice regarding overcoming this problem:
Refuse cloud-confined devices
The very beginning of preserving information is having the very storage devices under your own control.
Move away from controlled platforms
Relying on online services to protect information is doomed in the long run.
Save EVERYTHING!
As far as your own information management is concerned: if it’s not on your own machine, it doesn’t exist.
It’s worth reiterating that information management is its own (very worthwhile!) skill. There’s a variety of things you’ll want to do on top of preserving information, but saving it is always the first step. Never feel bad merely saving information, but here’s some things worth considering after you have:
Indexing: Is your information stored in an easily searchable way?
The easiest way to accomplish this is to use very descriptive file names, so that they can be searched with your operating system, regardless of media type.
Conversion: Sometimes you want information in a different format, this is useful to save space and stay current.
Adding Metadata: There’s a lot of useful information about saved content that’s worth keeping, such as transcriptions, summaries, and citations.
Sharing: Why keep it all to yourself? Sharing is caring and can help better protect information by increasing the amount of copies in existence. Remember hoarding is not preserving, but it’s a good start!
But why do we need information on our machines if the Internet Archive exists? If we can’t hope to compete with the 160PB behemoth ourselves, why bother duplicating data ourselves?
Concerns
While it’s been confirmed that the entire Internet Archive should be back online in “days not weeks” there are some serious questions to ask in the meantime. At the very least, we have up to 31 million emails breached from a population that is more likely to be journalists and researchers.(independent and mainstream alike!) This is an important reminder that when one is doing sensitive work, that you should make sure to isolate online identities from each other by using completely different emails. It should go without saying that any information that can be used, will be.
The outage itself is a serious concern. Given that not only is this an election year, but also many high-stakes events are currently taking place that benefit from having a public information trail. The (hopefully) temporary outage of the Internet Archive not only temporarily memory-holes the existing record, but potentially permanently prevents current events from being properly preserved. This may have profound implications on the future.
Far more troubling than the outage itself, is the nature of the hack of the Internet Archive itself. With the data from the breach, we know that those who attacked the Internet Archive had access since September 28th. There is a great deal of damage that attackers could do in even a single day without being detected. Even worse, because the Internet Archive is a record of events a mere rollback to a previous state is insufficient to reverse serious inside attacks. Independent tech journalist Bryan Lunduke raises the serious concern that these attackers may not be the only ones attacking the Internet Archive, merely the ones that we know about.
It is difficult to overstate the implications of the Internet Archive potentially being manipulated in real-time. Attackers with high-level access could absolutely manipulate records in difficult to address ways. We have assurances from staff that the data is safe, but it is an open question how confidently they can make those assurances.
What Makes The Internet Archive Great?
Despite all this, should the Internet Archive return, there is no reason to abandon the cause entirely. Imperfections are themselves noteworthy, but never a reason to completely disregard any particular tool. For what it is, the Internet Archive is a phenomenal achievement and a incredibly useful service for a wide variety of people and purposes.
Trust
As a long-standing archive, the Internet Archive has garnered a great deal of trust. For many, the site is a go-to resource, and it has partnered with many organizations like libraries and other institutions. This trust is a big part of the reason why citing the Wayback Machine is very often considered as good as citing the original link itself. Other alternatives, may not have the same level of trust, and it may be difficult to rely on them.
Scale, Depth & Diversity
The size alone of the Internet Archive is formidable. Beyond merely archiving versions of the web, it also includes a massive amount of media from all over the world. The cultural and historical relevance of that information is its own treasure not to be taken lightly. No radical new approach will even begin to reach the same size anytime soon.
Age
Founded in 1996, the Internet archive has a massive head-start over other projects. Despite present circumstances, almost 30 years of being operational is nothing to scoff at. Catching up to 30 years of information at such a scale is an enormous task.
Limitations of The Internet Archive
Despite these things, there are reasons why one should consider alternative archives for particular purposes. For some situations, these limitations may be deal-breakers, for others they may be fairly trivial. In any case it is still best that one still maintains their own archives of important information, for its own sake and potentially because of the following.
Centralized
The Internet Archive is a massive target. From now, until it stops existing it will always have to contend with a wide variety of threats. From cyber threats like this incident, to even financial and legal troubles. The institution itself is vulnerable to being pressured by a variety of forces that all have their own agendas. This is not to say that a decentralized internet archive is some kind of panacea. Such an undertaking would absolutely have its own challenges and trade-offs.
Removals
There are primarily three ways that information is deleted the Internet Archive:
Copyright Infringement:
Since March 2001, their copyright policy states:
The Internet Archive respects the intellectual property rights and other proprietary rights of others. The Internet Archive may, in appropriate circumstances and at its discretion, remove certain content or disable access to content that appears to infringe the copyright or other intellectual property rights of others.
Deletion Requests:
Internet Archive honors deletion requests as well, these are reviewed by their team. There are many reasons why a request would be honored, such as removing personal information, but can quite plausibly include a wide variety of other requests as well.
/robots.txt
Every website can forbid the Wayback Machine from recording information through their
robots.txt
file. This file is generally used to suggest to search engines and other bots what information is supposed to be indexed. Not only does the Wayback Machine honor this mechanism, but they also apply it retroactively. Meaning that it is relatively simple for any website operator to “memory-hole” their own specific content, even on a per-item basis.
A Call For Innovation
The greatest challenge with independent archives is credibility. Anyone can create their own modified mirror of a web site and claim it’s an honest and true archive. If the operators of the site deny its authenticity how can others be sure? It’s a reasonable question if any archive can be trusted on a long enough time frame. One can even argue that generative AI tools can make any and all information falsifiable. Reputation can’t be trusted, because it can be sold as a commodity like anything else.
Credibility alone, is not the only reason to preserve information, however. The truth is that there are many reasons to take on the task even in such conditions. In many scenarios, the information itself would be lost to time forever. Preservation can very often be its own end for a wide variety of reasons. When aiming to hold powerful institutions accountable, very often the information can be corroborated by other facts.
Trying to independently archive the entire Web is effectively an impossible task. The goal should never be to preserve the totality of information online, but merely what is important. Defining what is important is its own massive challenge, but ultimately it boils down to a personal choice on how to use resources available. It is clear that more tools for independent information management are needed. Either building those tools yourself, or teaming up with others to cooperate on them would be a massive step in the right direction. Indexing and automation are both viable avenues to provide powerful tools for independent researchers.
We can hope, that for as long as the digital landscape remains somewhat free, that there will be those willing to support investing in building specialized tools that can begin to level the playing field. If we are not ardent in our support for a better technological future, we may end up with the ones imposed on us via governments and/or corporations.
Tools to Consider
Other Online Archives:
These are definitely worth considering, even in parallel with the Wayback Machine.
Archiving Tools
Courtesy of the Awesome-Selfhosted list:
Webrecorder which is a suite of useful tools for maintaining one’s own web archives. Webrecorder aims for accuracy that may not be matched by other tools.
SingleFile Browser add-on to save pages “as a single .html file”, which can be a handy alternative to printing a page as a PDF.
yt-dlp for downloading videos & audio
For those who want to go pro, archive team is a great place to get started.
Don’t forget your backups!
Any data that isn’t backed up is considered to be in a superposition of accessible and gone forever. It’s there until it just isn’t. Since the goal is to preserve information, it’s crucial to learn how to protect information now that you’ve started collecting it.
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Nasdaq 100 Falls 1% as Nvidia, ASML Get Crushed: Markets Wrap
(Bloomberg) — Stocks got hit as disappointing earnings from Europe’s most-valuable tech company and concern about tighter US restrictions on chip sales spurred a selloff in the industry that has powered the bull market.
A closely watched gauge of semiconductors saw its worst plunge since early September, dragging down equities from record highs. US-traded shares of ASML Holding NV plunged 16% after issuing a bearish outlook as its orders missed estimates. Nvidia Corp. lost 5% on a news report US officials have discussed capping sales of advanced AI chips from the company and other American firms on a country-specific basis.
Investors got so bullish that it might be time to sell global stocks, according to an investor survey by Bank of America Corp. Allocations to equities surged, while bond exposure sank and cash levels in global portfolios fell to 3.9% in October from 4.2% last month, triggering a “sell signal”, strategists led by Michael Hartnett wrote.
“Equity markets have rallied solidly over the last week amid a combination of earnings optimism and soft-landing hopes,” said Tom Essaye at The Sevens Report. “If any of the economic data, Fed chatter, or earnings results damage either of those narratives, expect some mild profit taking in equities today.”
The S&P 500 slipped 0.4%. The Nasdaq 100 fell 1.2%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slid 0.4%. UnitedHealth Group Inc. plunged on a disappointing outlook. Apple Inc. shares hit a record high. Bank of America Corp. climbed 2% as earnings topped estimates. Goldman Sachs Group Inc. and Citigroup Inc. fell despite solid results.
Treasury 10-year yields declined six basis points to 4.04%. Oil plunged 5% as a report that Israel may avoid targeting Iran’s crude infrastructure eased concerns about a potential supply disruption. Later, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asserted the country is free to act as it chooses in a counter-strike.
US stocks are set to extend their rally into the final months of the year, pushing the S&P 500 past 6,000, as corporate buyers re-enter the market and institutional investors drop their hedges, according to Scott Rubner at Goldman Sachs Group Inc.
“The equity-market selloff is canceled, and a year-end rally is starting to resonate with clients shifting from hedging from the left-tail to the right-tail as institutional investors are getting forced into the market right now,” Rubner wrote in a note to clients Tuesday, adding that professional investors are growing concerned about materially underperforming their benchmarks.
Meantime, UBS Group AG is upgrading its outlook for US equities once again for this year and next, citing strength in corporate earnings and risks that are skewed to the upside, from easing inflation to interest-rate cuts by the Federal Reserve.
The team led by Jonathan Golub and Patrick Palfrey lifted year-end targets on S&P 500 to 5,850 in 2024 and 6,400 in 2025 from 5,600 and 6,000, respectively.
“Fiscal and monetary policy uncertainty, and potential election outcomes, make 2025 returns far from certain,” strategists wrote.
Corporate Highlights:
- Boeing Co. took a step toward raising as much as $25 billion, funds that would give the troubled planemaker the financial resources to withstand a paralyzing strike and work its way through a series of operational setbacks.
- Johnson & Johnson reported stronger-than-expected third-quarter earnings, driven by surging sales of cancer medicine Darzalex.
- Charles Schwab Corp. reported earnings per share that topped analyst estimates and curbing some of its expensive debt — a sign the firm has moved past a bout of turbulence last year.
- PNC Financial Services Group Inc. pulled in more net interest income than analysts expected in the third quarter, another period of sequential growth for the bank’s biggest source of revenue as the firm continues to predict a record haul next year.
- Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc. plans to close 14% of its US stores to cut costs as consumers pull back spending.
Key events this week:
- Morgan Stanley earnings, Wednesday
- ECB rate decision, Thursday
- US retail sales, jobless claims, industrial production, Thursday
- Fed’s Austan Goolsbee speaks, Thursday
- China GDP, Friday
- US housing starts, Friday
- Fed’s Christopher Waller, Neel Kashkari speak, Friday
Some of the main moves in markets:
Stocks
- The S&P 500 fell 0.4% as of 12 p.m. New York time
- The Nasdaq 100 fell 1.2%
- The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.4%
- The Stoxx Europe 600 fell 0.8%
- The MSCI World Index fell 0.4%
Currencies
- The Bloomberg Dollar Spot Index rose 0.1%
- The euro was little changed at $1.0900
- The British pound rose 0.2% to $1.3083
- The Japanese yen rose 0.3% to 149.30 per dollar
Cryptocurrencies
- Bitcoin rose 0.2% to $66,039.07
- Ether fell 1.8% to $2,573.89
Bonds
- The yield on 10-year Treasuries declined six basis points to 4.04%
- Germany’s 10-year yield declined five basis points to 2.22%
- Britain’s 10-year yield declined seven basis points to 4.16%
Commodities
- West Texas Intermediate crude fell 5% to $70.13 a barrel
- Spot gold rose 0.6% to $2,664.40 an ounce
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Capri Global Capital has launched its Rooftop Solar Finance product under the MSME Loans. The creditor will help individuals and businesses harness the power of solar energy for self-use, paving the way for a more sustainable future.
Capri Solar Finance offers a hassle-free financing solution with no collateral, and minimal documentation. This fastens loan approval time to under five minutes and disbursals are completed in just 4-6 hours. Capri Global has partnered with Credit Fair, a renewable energy fintech, to onboard customers digitally to avail loans ranging from Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 25,00,000 at competitive interest rates, which covers the entire cost of solar modules, inverters, batteries, and installation, making it a comprehensive option for self-use solar projects. Credit Fair will increases assess to credit through its digital platform ensuring a seamless experience.
Capri Solar Finance would allow flexible repayment options with a tenure of up to five years for new customers and six years for existing customers of Capri Loans. The loan is available for homeowners, commercial establishments, salaried individuals, MSMEs, and factories seeking to install solar solutions.
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iFlex Stretch Studios Awards 13 Franchise Licenses in North Florida & Savannah, GA
Increases Awarded License Total to 218
SCOTTSDALE, AZ, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- iFlex Stretch Studios – the latest concept from the founders of The Joint Chiropractic, one of the top health and wellness franchising success stories in recent decades, announced today a regional development agreement with successful entrepreneurs Hemant Patel & Darshan Patel, who will develop 13 locations in the North Florida region from Jacksonville to Daytona, including Savannah, GAHemant and Darshan are both seasoned entrepreneurs with a history of creating and operating businesses including physical therapy clinics, hotel franchises, and a franchised community retail pharmacy service – all businesses that benefit communities and providing meaningful career opportunities to people who live there. With iFlex, those opportunities will take the form of business ownership through franchising.
“I am really excited to join the iFlex Franchise Family, and l am looking forward to growing our business in the North Florida area where we have other businesses. I encourage everyone to become an iFlex member & move better,” said Hemant. “For the people in the Jacksonville area, I’m happy to report the first iFlex location is already in the works,” he added.
“Hemant & Darshan are a perfect fit for iFlex, because, like us, their mission is improving people’s lives. That goes for their customers as well as the franchisees they will bring on board and support in their success,” said Lyle Myers, iFlex Chief Development Officer.
Darshan also added, “We were attracted to iFlex Stretch Studios because of their expert-assisted stretching program that will enhance your flexibility, relieve pain, and find ultimate relaxation.”
“For people new to the idea of assisted stretching, iFlex will be an education on how to extend what we call Activespan™, said Josh Reed, iFlex’s CEO. “We’ve all heard of the term lifespan, and having a long lifespan is a worthy goal. But to remain active, doing what you enjoy, Activespan is what matters, and assisted stretching has been proven to keep people in the game longer, no matter their age or what that game is,” Reed added. “It's true, science has shown that assisted stretching can enhance flexibility and strength, minimize exercise recovery time, release tension, and improve neurological control during a variety of activities. All this adds up to feeling better and staying active longer.”
iFlex now has 218 locations in development through regional developers in Virginia, Texas, Florida, California, Arizona, Utah/Idaho and Indiana. Anyone seeking business opportunities in the wellness space can learn more about iFlex on the company’s website, www.iflexfranchise.com.
About iFlex
Based in Scottsdale, Arizona, iFlex is an assisted stretching concept created by the innovators who founded The Joint Chiropractic, one of the nation’s leading networks of affordable chiropractic care, which has grown to 800-plus locations. With iFlex, the same team is bringing to market scientifically based and clinically proven professional stretching affordably and conveniently. Regional development and studio ownership opportunities are available. For more information, visit www.iflexfranchise.com.
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The Federal Government has inaugurated a new seven-man committee to renegotiate the 2009 agreements with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) and other University-based unions.
Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, inaugurated the committee in Abuja on Tuesday.
The committee, headed by the Pro-Chancellor of Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria, Dr. Mahmud Yayale Ahmed, included Pro-Chancellor of Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Makurdi, Senator Olanrewaju Tejuoso as alternate chairman; Pro-Chancellor of Federal University of Technology, Akure, Senator Prof. Nora Daduut as member.
Others were Pro-Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Ambassador Greg Mbadiwe; Pro-Chancellor of Federal University of Technology Babura, Prof. Ignatius Onimao; Chairman of the Committee of Pro-Chancellors of State Universities, Senator Joshua Lidani, and Prof. Ayodeji Omole, alternate chairman of the Committee of Pro-Chancellors of State Universities.
The committee’s terms of reference were to liaise and consult with relevant stakeholders to guide the Federal Government’s position on the draft proposed FGN/University-based Unions Renegotiated Agreements and renegotiate the 2009 Agreement with other university-based unions in realistic and workable terms.
They were also to negotiate and recommend any other issues deemed relevant to reposition the Nigerian universities for global competitiveness, and submit proposed draft agreements within three months from the date of inauguration.
Speaking, the Minister appealed to the reconstituted committee to intensify efforts toward concluding the assignment and producing realistic and workable agreements that would holistically address the challenges confronting Nigerian universities and reposition them to effectively play their critical role in national development.
“In the composition of this important committee, we have members who are exceptionally experienced in university matters and beyond.
“There are officials appointed from other relevant Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to serve as advisors or observers on the committee, bringing in valuable information to ensure transparency in the process.
“You may recall that the renegotiation of the 2009 agreements between the Federal Government and the university-based staff unions (ASUU, NAAT, SSANU, and NASU) commenced on Monday, February 13, 2017.
“Regrettably, this process has lingered due to a number of unforeseen circumstances. However, it is important to note that the immediate past leadership of the Renegotiation Committee under Professor Nimi Briggs produced a draft report covering significant areas that can serve as a foundation for concluding the exercise,” the Minister stated.
Prof. Mamman further emphasised that the federal government was committed to addressing the demands of the unions.
Responding, chairman of the new Committee Yayale appealed to the government to engage honestly in the negotiations while urging ASUU and other unions to reconsider their demands.
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Teddy Morse's Daytona Harley-Davidson Names Kelly Rang as its New General Manager
DAYTONA, Fla., Oct. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ed Morse Automotive Group proudly announced that Kelly Rang has become the General Manager of Teddy Morse's Daytona Harley-Davidson. Rang is considered a legend in sales and leadership with the Harley-Davidson brand, and his most recent position with the organization was as the General Sales Manager of Black Hills Harley-Davidson in Rapid City, South Dakota. Rang will handle the day-to-day dealership operations for Teddy Morse's Daytona Harley-Davidson.
"Having recently retired, I was certainly not expecting this, but jumped at the chance to play a major role in the growth of Daytona Harley-Davidson. The team at Ed Morse Automotive Group is amazing and I couldn't pass up this opportunity to continue my passion in the motorcycle industry," said Kelly Rang. "They have a tremendous infrastructure in place and are primed for staggering growth, and we are going to do big things come Daytona Bike Week in 2025."
At Black Hills Harley-Davidson, Rang was responsible for turning the dealership into one of the top performers in the country. He was also responsible for implementing a dynamic sales, finance, and insurance process for the Sturgis Rally, which along with Teddy Morse's Daytona Harley-Davidson's Bike Week is one of the largest motorcycle rallies in the world. Rang brings over 40 years of experience in automotive and motorcycle world. Prior to his role in Black Hills, he was the General Manager of Deluxe Harley-Davidson in Gillette, Wyoming.
"For years we've had our eye on Kelly Rang and hoped we could bring his leadership to Daytona Harley-Davidson. The cool thing is that we didn't have to try too hard, because Kelly fell immediately in love with our dealership and the people there. He is a master in helping people succeed and understands better than anyone else that the key to a great dealership are its great people," said Teddy Morse, Chairman and CEO of Ed Morse Automotive Group. "We are looking forward to exciting growth under Kelly's guidance."
The Ed Morse Automotive Group acquired the iconic entertainment complex called Destination Daytona in 2022, which included Daytona Harley-Davidson, the Clarion Inn Ormond Beach, Saints & Sinners Pub, and the 35,000 square-foot Rock N'Roll event pavilion. Destination Daytona is located at 1635 North US Highway 1 in Ormond Beach, Florida.
About Ed Morse Automotive Group
The Morse family has been in the automotive business since 1946 when Ed Morse founded Morse Motors. Over 75 years later, Ed's grandson, Chairman/CEO Teddy Morse continues to build on the legacy and family tradition. Headquartered in Delray Beach, Florida with dealerships and related businesses in Florida, Arizona, Texas, Iowa, Missouri, Illinois, Colorado and Oklahoma, Ed Morse Automotive Group is one of the nation's fastest growing and most respected automotive and motorcycle dealer groups. www.edmorse.com
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Pinellas County - Pinellas County is resuming collection of residential storm debris from Hurricanes Helene and Milton in the unincorporated areas of the county.
Resumption of storm debris removal will start in the following communities this week:• Feather Sound• Crystal Beach• Unincorporated Tarpon Springs• Indian Bluff Island• Baywood Village• Unincorporated Gulfport• Harbor Bluffs• Harbor Hills• Eastern Lealman
There will be a second pass for each zone at a date to be announced. Vegetative debris may be picked up at a different time than construction debris and household appliances. We are starting with these areas because they had the largest amount of storm debris, and we plan to serve all unincorporated areas of the county. If you live in a municipality, contact your city or town about the availability of storm debris pickup in their area. Storm debris in bags and/or not separated will NOT be picked up. Storm debris must be loose and separated by type:• Vegetative material• Construction and demolition debris (doors, drywall, mattresses and furniture)• Household appliances. Refrigerators must be empty.
Residents can place small amounts of vegetative debris such as branches, twigs and leaves in their usual receptacle or bags and put it out for pick up by your regular trash collection provider. Pinellas County Public Works has transitioned all internal trucks and crews to focus primarily on residential storm debris removal from county roads. They will join a fleet of workers from the County’s contractor DRC to clear residential properties of debris throughout unincorporated Pinellas. This is a major operation that will take months to complete. The County estimates there are approximately 1 million cubic yards of residential debris just in the unincorporated areas (not including the cities).Pinellas County has also reopened residential storm debris drop-off sites for unincorporated residents at 13600 Icot Boulevard in Clearwater and the corner of Keystone Road and East Lake. Private commercial haulers can take debris to designated sites around the county. More information at Pinellas.gov/debris. Pinellas County started residential debris collection immediately following Hurricane Helene. As Hurricane Milton approached Florida’s west central coast last week, the State of Florida launched a surge operation to clear as much debris as possible ahead of the storm’s impacts. Over the weekend, County and city crews focused on clearing roads to make way for debris collection to resume. In the aftermath of Milton, the County and many cities are resuming their previous debris collection while the State of Florida continues more limited debris operations in Pinellas and other affected communities. The County and municipalities are collecting debris separated by type to meet standards by the Federal Emergency Management Agency so local governments can get reimbursed for the cost of debris disposal. For more information on debris collection in unincorporated Pinellas, including which zones are currently being collected, visit Pinellas.gov/debris. If you’re not sure if your property is located within unincorporated Pinellas or within a city/municipality, use the interactive My Neighborhood Services tool to find out.
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Director General of the National Agency for the Great Green Wall, Saleh Abubakar, has urged Nigerians to imbibe the culture of hand washing to prevent life-threatening diseases, including diarrhoea and cholera.
The DG said hand washing with soap is one of the most effective and affordable ways to prevent diseases like diarrhoea, cholera, and respiratory infections.
He made the remarks as part of activities to mark the 15th International Hand Washing Day, an annual event dedicated to raising awareness on the importance of hand hygiene in preventing the spread of diseases and promoting public health.
The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted its significance, reminding nations that basic hygiene practices are key to saving lives.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), proper hand hygiene could reduce the incidence of diarrhoea diseases by up to 40%. However, for millions of people living in rural and underserved areas, access to clean water and soap remains a challenge.
“In the regions affected by the desertification that the Great Green Wall aims to reverse, the scarcity of water makes hand washing even more difficult. Without access to this vital resource, communities are vulnerable to disease outbreaks, which exacerbate poverty and hinder development,” Abubakar said on Tuesday in Abuja.
The National Agency for the Great Green Wall has a mandate to restore 100 million hectares of land across 11 frontline states. He told LEADERSHIP that the aim was not only to combat desertification but also to build resilient communities that can thrive in the face of climate change. “Hand hygiene is a crucial part of this vision,” he stated.
He said achieving the dual goals of environmental sustainability and public health requires a collaborative effort. Many believe that governments, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), and international development partners must work together to promote hygiene education and ensure the provision of clean water, even in the most remote communities.
The hand washing day provides an opportunity to emphasise that just as the agency protects the environment from degradation, hand washing with soap protects Nigerian communities from the spread of infections.
“Under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration, the National Agency for the Great Green Wall is building partnerships with health organisations and other agencies to integrate hygiene education into our community outreach programs. By teaching proper hand washing techniques and the importance of sanitation, we are empowering communities to take control of their health while we continue to restore their environment.
“As we observe International Hand Washing Day, let us remember that safeguarding public health is as critical as restoring our environment. Access to clean water, proper sanitation, and hygiene education are essential components of our efforts to create sustainable and resilient communities. The Great Green Wall is not just about planting trees—it is about creating a future where both people and the planet can thrive,” the DG stated.
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CESC advanced 3.71% to Rs 194.35 after the company's subsidiary, purvah green power entered into a share purchase agreement to acquire 100% stake in Deshraj Solar Energy on a fully diluted basis.
Deshraj Solar Energy engaged in the development of a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant of 300 megawatt capacity in India and its related activities.The company will acquire Deshraj Solar Energy to expand the renewable energy business. The said acquisition will be completed within two days.
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Post the completion of acquisition of shares, the Deshraj Solar Energy will become a step-down subsidiary of the company.
CESC is a fully-integrated electrical utility company. The company's other business segments include power, organized retailing, property development and business process outsourcing.
The companys consolidated net profit increased 5.4% to Rs 388 crore in Q1 FY25 as compared with Rs 368 crore in Q1 FY24. Net sales jumped 12.8% YoY to Rs 4,863 crore in Q1 FY25.
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• HPX congratulates Liberian President Boakai for establishing the Liberian National Railway Authority (“NRA”) through Executive Order No. 136
• The NRA will oversee and manage Liberia’s National Rail Assets ensuring management and oversight are guided by principles of efficiency, transparency and equitable use by all stakeholders
• Executive Order No. 136 provides the clear legal and operating framework necessary to unlock the transformative Liberty Corridor Project
• HPX senior management currently in Monrovia and working with Government to conclude rail access agreements for the existing Yekepa – Buchanan line
• Upon signing rail access agreements HPX will commence Phase 1 operations from Kon Kweni to tranship iron ore through Liberia
• HPX to commence detailed engineering work for Liberty Corridor on completion of rail access agreements underscoring its dedication to driving this project forward
MONROVIA, Liberia, Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HPX congratulates President Joseph N. Boakai Sr. on the release of Executive Order no. 136 (dated 10 October 2024) establishing the National Railway Authority. This order confirms Liberia’s commitment to ensuring its nationally owned rail infrastructure is accessible to multiple users, overseen by a qualified manager and on a user pay system.
The decisive measures in Executive Order No. 136 set the stage for the development of truly multiuser infrastructure owned by the Government of Liberia and independently managed by providers to be selected in a transparent process by the National Railway Authority.
The creation of the National Railway Authority provides the critical framework needed for HPX to access to the existing Yekepa-Buchanan rail line and the future development of the Liberty Corridor. HPX senior management are currently in Monrovia to finalise with the Government of Liberia the rail access agreement for the existing Yekepa - Buchanan line. Key provisions in this agreement facilitate the advancement of the Liberty Corridor, enabling the project to proceed to the detailed feasibility study phase.
Bronwyn Barnes, President & CEO of HPX commented:
“President Boakai is to be congratulated for addressing the issue of multi-user rail access in such a clear and decisive manner through the release today of Executive Order no. 136.
“HPX welcomes this key decision around the formation of the National Railway Authority and the clear leadership role this important body will now have in ensuring a transparent, access regime for the nation’s critical infrastructure.
“HPX is looking forward to finalising our rail access agreements with the Government of Liberia in the next few weeks and is delighted to see the commitment by the President to the NRA and multi-user access infrastructure.
“Executive Order No. 136 also provides the clear regulatory and operational framework that will be required for the Liberty Corridor. On finalisation of the HPX rail access agreement, the financial framework will be in place to underpin the Liberty Corridor development.
“As HPX has already completed several technical studies for the Liberty Corridor I expect that the feasibility study phase can be completed quickly and with financial support from various interested parties.”
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About HPX
HPX is an American exploration and development company focused on advancing its flagship high-grade long-life iron ore mine in Guinea and other projects in Liberia that meet the critical mineral supply chain.
HPX’s major shareholder and technology provider is I-Pulse Inc, a US Company founded and chaired by Mr. Robert Friedland and has a number of high profile American institutional and private investors as shareholders.
For more information about HPX and its projects, please contact:
Stephanie Casey: Communications & IR, HPX
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FORT KNOX, Ky. – The remains of Army Cpl. Jesse L. Mitchell, a Soldier who died a POW during the Korean War, will be interred Oct. 12 at Fairview Cemetery, Shawnee, Oklahoma. Walker Funeral & Cremation Service will perform graveside services preceding the interment.
A native of Shawnee, Mitchell was a member of C Company, 1st Battalion, 19th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division. He went missing in action December 1950 after his unit engaged in intensive combat actions in the vicinity of Kunu-ri, Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, during the Battle of Ch’ongch’on River. He reportedly died a prisoner of war from exhaustion and malnutrition in summer 1951, at age 22.
Mitchell was accounted for by the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency April 8, 2024, after his remains were exhumed in July 2018 from the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific - also known as the Punchbowl - Honolulu, Hawaii, for laboratory analysis and identification.
The Past Conflict Repatriations Branch, under the Army Casualty and Mortuary Affairs Operations Division at the U.S. Army Human Resources Command, Fort Knox, Kentucky, plays a key role in the process of locating Family members of missing Soldiers from WWII, the Korean and Vietnam Wars.
The process begins with locating the Family member most closely related to the missing Soldier, known as the primary next of kin, followed by a request for Family reference samples or DNA, which are used as a main source in identifying remains.
Once a Soldier has been identified by the Armed Forces Medical Examiner, the PCRB notifies and briefs the Family about the results of historical, forensic and DNA reports, benefits and the mortuary process including burial with full military honors.
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Media interested in covering and/or obtaining more information about the funeral and interment should contact the Army Casualty Office at (800) 892-2490 and/or Walker Funeral & Cremation Service, 405-273-4700.
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China's Shanghai Composite index tumbled 2.53 percent to 3,201.29 as the size of Beijing's planned fiscal boost remained unclear.
Hong Kong's Hang Seng index plummeted 3.67 percent 20,318.79, dragged down by tech and real estate stocks.
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Media reports stated that China may raise an additional 6 trillion yuan ($850 billion) from ultra-long special government bonds over three years to help bolster a sagging economy.
China's exports and imports figures are raising concerns about one of the few bright spots in the worlds second largest economy.
Exports rose by 2.4% in September from a year ago in U.S. dollar terms, while imports added 0.3%.
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Being a parent is hard work and ‘massively inconvenient.’ Dr. Becky Kennedy offers 5 tips to help you cope
By Andrea Kane, CNN
Editor’s note: The podcast Chasing Life With Dr. Sanjay Gupta explores the medical science behind some of life’s mysteries big and small. You can listen to episodes here.
(CNN) — Ask most parents, and they will tell you that raising kids today is stressful: the lack of enough time, money and sleep; the endless responsibilities; the paucity of reliable childcare; the pressures around social media; the unexpected illnesses and dramas. The list goes on and on.
In fact, modern parenting is so stressful that US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy recently issued an advisory naming parental stress a public health issue and calling for changes at the level of both policy and culture.
“When stress is severe or prolonged, it can have a deleterious effect,” the advisory from the nation’s top doctor said, noting that “41% of parents say that most days they are so stressed they cannot function and 48% say that most days their stress is completely overwhelming compared to other adults (20% and 26%, respectively).”
The effects of this stress are not just limited to parents; they trickle down to children, too.
But life doesn’t always have to be that way, said Dr. Becky Kennedy, a clinical psychologist who specializes in parenting and rose to prominence during the pandemic.
“There’s almost pride of like, ‘I’m such a mess. I’m taking care of my kids and I’m running myself into the ground,’” she told CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta recently on his podcast Chasing Life.
“And I’m just going to say it simply: no, no, no, no. Selflessness terrifies me,” she said.
Kennedy, or Dr. Becky, as she is known on social media, is the author of several books, including “Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be”; she also cofounded a company and codeveloped an app by the same name (Good Inside).
Kennedy wants parents to put on their oxygen masks first before assisting their kids — just as they would if they were on a plane.
You can listen to the podcast’s full episode here.
Parenting has always been hard, Kennedy said, but the online nature of modern life — with its smartphones, iPads, social media and video games — has rewired people to expect instant rewards without putting in the effort.
“You can do very little; you can put your thumbs on an iPad and all of a sudden, it’s like the dopamine and the excitement and the gratification is there,” she noted. “Where in most things in life — whether you’re talking about being in a relationship, parenting, learning math — you have to put high effort into it for delayed, very delayed, gratification.”
But we’re building brain circuitry for low-effort, instant gratification instead, she said. “That’s like pretty counter to what actually helps people operate in the world.”
Having kids is “massively inconvenient,” Kennedy noted, but people expect smooth sailing in the parenting department all the time, thanks to the instantaneous conveniences afforded by technology. And this expectation colors our perceptions.
“I am less tolerant of the inherent distress that comes with raising kids because my circuitry has changed,” she said. “Then my experience of how hard these moments are is actually seeing those moments as harder, based on the convenience that’s built into every other moment of my life.”
What can you do to reset expectations and ratchet down your stress levels and those of your kids? Kennedy has five tips.
Swap selflessness for sturdy leadership
Running yourself ragged to please everyone is not healthy.
“Kids don’t need selfless martyrs, kids need sturdy leaders,” Kennedy said in an email. “And taking care of your own needs is a key part of avoiding parental burnout.”
It’s important, therefore, to set boundaries. “A boundary might mean saying, ‘I’m not available right now, I’m sitting down and drinking my coffee’ or ‘I’m taking a walk by myself. I’ll be back in 20 minutes. I love you,’” she said.
Kennedy warned that, far from cheering you on, your kids will protest. “And that’s OK. You can validate their feelings while still holding your boundary,” she said. “This is what sturdy parenting is all about.”
So please, have your coffee and take your walk — if not quite in peace, then without guilt.
Give yourself a dose of self-compassion
Treat yourself the way you would treat anyone who has a hard job and is struggling.
“Here’s a promise: self-compassion isn’t dangerous, so try it out today. This parenting gig is hard and too often, we forget to notice and honor all we are managing,” Kennedy said. “Feel free to use my go-to mantra: ‘Parenting feels hard because it is hard.’ Place your hand on your heart and repeat these words until your body softens a bit.”
There. Doesn’t it feel nice not to have to get it 100% right all the time?
Make repairs instead of seeking perfection
When you make a parenting mistake — such as losing your temper or failing to make good on a promise — make amends.
“There’s no such thing as a perfect parent,” Kennedy said, noting that her kids don’t have Dr. Becky as their mom. “We all have moments we wish we could take back. So, remind yourself that kids don’t need perfect parents — kids need parents who repair.”
If this repairing is new for you, Kennedy offers an example to help you get started: “I’m sorry I yelled earlier. That must have felt scary. I’m working on staying calm even when I’m frustrated. I love you.”
Share how you feel
You don’t have to go it alone.
“Remember this: Feelings don’t give us problems as much as feeling alone in our feelings gives us problems,” Kennedy said. “Find a friend, a parenting group, a nonjudgmental online community — and share what things have been like.”
If you’re not sure how to start, she recommends phrases such as “This stage of parenting is really hard” or “I want to be honest — I’m overwhelmed and pretty exhausted.”
You might be surprised by how many others can relate, and you won’t feel as alone.
Seek out support
Not only will sharing your feelings with others help you feel less alone, it may also lead you to new solutions.
“Parenting is the hardest and most important job in the world — and yet it’s a job where we’re given zero training, resources or support,” Kennedy said. “The system is truly stacked against us! Seeking support isn’t a sign that something is wrong with you or your kid — it’s a sign that you are prioritizing your and your kid’s mental health. And that’s something to be proud of.”
Support can come by way of a therapist; a pediatrician; a trusted friend; a parenting group, app, podcast or book; or even a TED Talk.
We hope these five tips help you exhale just a bit. Listen to the full episode here. And join us next week on the Chasing Life podcast when we talk to an expert about how microplastics are potentially affecting our bodies and health.
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Tech stocks hurt STOXX 600, ASML logs biggest one-day drop in 26 years
By Paolo Laudani, Ankika Biswas and Johann M Cherian
(Reuters) -European shares posted their biggest one-day drop in over two weeks on Tuesday, weighed by technology stocks after chip equipment maker ASML’s third-quarter results were leaked and showed a disappointing annual sales forecast.
The pan-European STOXX 600 index ended 0.8% lower, with tech stocks falling 6.5% in the sector’s biggest one-day drop since October 2020.
The euro zone blue-chip index slid 1.8%, its biggest one-day drop in over two months.
ASML lost 15.6%, the stock’s biggest single day drop since June 1998, after the company reported weak quarterly bookings and trimmed its 2025 sales forecasts. The news was leaked ahead of its scheduled release on Wednesday.
“A lot of investors got carried away on the AI (artificial intelligence) excitement and now we’re seeing companies like ASML looking ahead and finding an equilibrium,” said Danni Hewson head of financial analysis at AJ Bell.
“There’s going to be an awful lot of focus on the other earnings updates of the likes of Nvidia to see whether or not this weakness is replicated in other parts of the sector.”
In the U.S. the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index fell nearly 1%.
The STOXX 600 has climbed around 8.8% so far this year, but lags the S&P 500 index, which has scored double-digit gains led by AI optimism.
Germany’s benchmark index closed 0.1% lower after hitting a record high in the session.
Energy stocks slumped nearly 3.3% as oil prices slid 5% after a media report said Israel will not strike Iran’s oil facility, easing fears of supply disruptions.
Investors’ key focus for the week is the European Central Bank’s monetary policy decision on Thursday. It is widely expected to trim rates further by 25 basis points following recent data such as September’s bigger-than-expected fall in French inflation and the euro zone’s worsening economy.
Among gainers, shares of Ericsson rose 10.8% after the Swedish telecommunications company reported third-quarter core earnings and sales above expectations. The sector jumped nearly 2%.
Bellway surged 8.3% as the UK homebuilder said it expects to construct at least 11% more homes in the 2025 financial year.
TotalEnergies lost 4.8% after the French oil powerhouse said its third-quarter downstream results are expected to sharply decrease due to lower refining margins in Europe and elsewhere.
Deutsche Bank fell 2.6% as its offering of some 16 million shares was priced at 16.01 euros apiece, a bookrunner for the transaction said.
(Reporting by Paolo Laudani in Gdansk, Ankika Biswas and Johann M Cherian in Bengaluru; Editing by Sherry Jacob-Phillips and Richard Chang)
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IRVING, Texas, Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RIOCOCO, a leading provider of sustainable coir-based solutions for horticulture, is thrilled to announce its outstanding achievements at the 21st annual International Business Awards. The ceremony took place on October 11, 2024, at the InterContinental Hotel in Istanbul, Turkey. The company’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and leadership has been recognized on a global scale, earning a total of six Stevie® Awards across various categories and regions. Jasmin Ortwein presented the RIOCOCO team with the awards.
Shan Halamba, CEO of Ceyhinz Link International Inc., the parent company of RIOCOCO, was honored with the Silver Stevie® Award for Executive of the Year in Manufacturing. His leadership over the last 20 years has resulted in RIOCOCO's continued growth, success, and expansion to 65 countries.
Additionally, RIOCOCO's commitment to sustainability was recognized across multiple regions with the following awards:
- GOLD Stevie® Award – Sustainability Leadership Award (Canada and the U.S.A.)
- GOLD Stevie® Award – Sustainability Leadership Award (Asia, Australia, and New Zealand)
- SILVER Stevie® Award – Sustainability Leadership Award (Europe)
- BRONZE Stevie® Award – Sustainability Leadership Award (Middle East and Africa)
These awards highlight RIOCOCO's leading role in promoting sustainable horticultural practices across different continents, demonstrating that businesses can achieve financial and sustainability goals through innovation and product development initiatives.
The company’s Product Development Team also received the GOLD Stevie® Award for Product Development/Management Department of the Year, a testament to their continuous efforts in bringing solutions to market, fostering sustainable growth, and improving the global agricultural landscape.
Shan Halamba, CEO of Ceyhinz Link International Inc., stated, "We are incredibly honoured to be recognized by the International Business Awards. These awards reflect the hard work and dedication of our entire team in the USA and Sri Lanka. Our mission has always been to lead with innovation and sustainability at the forefront, and we are proud to see this recognized on an international level."
About RIOCOCO
RIOCOCO, a subsidiary of Ceyhinz Link International Inc., is a global brand specializing in sustainable coconut coir-based growing media products for the horticulture industry, with distributors in 65 countries.
The business produces high-quality 100% organic coco-coir growing media for growers of all sizes - from small gardens to some of the largest and most advanced state-of-the art greenhouses around the world.
About the Stevie Awards
The International Business Awards, known as the Stevie® Awards, are one of the world’s premier business awards, receiving over 12,000 nominations annually from organizations in more than 70 nations. This year, the awards will honour outstanding workplace performances with 125 companies from 27 countries attending the gala in Istanbul, Turkey. RIOCOCO’s success across multiple categories showcases its global impact and leadership in both sustainability and innovation in global horticulture.
Judges include respected executives, entrepreneurs, innovators, and business educators, with over 1,000 professionals participating in the judging process each year. For more information, visit https://stevieawards.com/iba.
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Coal India (CIL), in a first ever, introduced online signing of Fuel Supply Agreements (FSA) for power as well as non-regulated sector (NRS) customers participating under linkage based auctions. With this move, CIL has done away the earlier practice of physical submission of official papers and bank guarantees and other required documents can be submitted in digital mode.
Formalization of FSAs electronically makes the entire process paper less. For business ease, CIL has also cut down the number of documents that were required to be submitted.
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The online signing of FSAs for linkage auctions effectively saves lot of time for customers and evades the cumbersome process of physical submission of voluminous documents. It ushers in greater customer ease as they can conduct the entire process from their place of work without having to visit the coal companies said a senior executive of the company.
Once the FSA bidding process is complete NRS customers are provided a 90 day window, without penalty, to submit their documents. Previously, in case of any discrepancy in documents the customers had to visit the coal company from their respective stations to get them rectified. Now the fillip is, this can be done online in reduced time frame avoiding physical visits.
CIL signs hundreds of FSAs annually necessitating maintenance of bulky documents. The present electronic arrangement makes the upkeep much easier. Since the documents are stored digitally, tracking the status of progress also gets simplified at supplier and customer ends. Greater transparency in the system is another big advantage.
For NRS customers where sub-sectors include sponge iron, captive power plants, cement, steel and others the online validation of FSAs has begun from Tranche VII. Syngas producers subsector has been introduced recently to the list. Among NRS so far, a total of nearly 700 FSAs have been formalized online for a total of about 19 million tonnes (MTs) of coal.
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In case of power sector 262 FSAs have been signed digitally till now for a total quantity of around 24 MTs.
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MONACO, Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sixteen teams of four talented young sailors from 16 nations are all fired up to compete in the Optimist European Team Racing Championship. The competition is hosted for the first time by the Yacht Club de Monaco and is organised under the aegis of the International Optimist Dinghy Association and World Sailing in partnership with FxPro, Monaco Marine and Slam, and takes place 15-20 October 2024. With a focus on team strategy and spirit, the Championship is fully in line with YCM’s vision as the Club’s General Secretary Bernard d’Alessandri explains: “This international event is part of our collective Monaco, Capital of Advanced Yachting project that is attracting high-level competitions. We are committed to passing on the values of sport, and team racing events like this one are a perfect example.”
The Team Racing format pits two teams of four young people, each in their own Optimist boat, in duels where strategy, communication and knowing the rules inside out are key. The winning team is the one with the fewest points at the end of the race. The format rewards both individual and collective performance. Short technical courses provide ideal conditions to highlight these young sailors qualities.Sixteen national teams are competing, including Italy, Spain, Denmark, Poland, Greece, Turkey, Croatia, France, Sweden and of course Monaco represented by Océane Schroeder, Ludovica Bonelli, Facundo Rubinelli and Pietro Carlevaris. The competition alternates between qualifying and final stages over the four days to determine the best European Optimist team racing team.
It is yet another step in Yacht Club de Monaco’s ambition to become a major hub for high-level sailing in the Mediterranean. Like the Monaco Optimist Team Race event launched in 2010, it puts the spotlight on young talents from all over Europe, while highlighting Monegasque excellence when it comes to organising major international events.
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The House of Representatives, on Tuesday, initiated a probe into the alleged non-compliance with the Discrimination Against Persons with Disabilities Act 2018, focusing on the accessibility of public buildings across the nation.
LEADERSHIP reports that the House of Representatives expressed displeasure over the non-implementation of the Discrimination Against Persons with Disability (Prohibition) Act 2018, by Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) of government, including the private sector.
The House also asked its relevant committees to investigate approvals of building plans by regulatory authorities without provisions for accessibility facilities for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs).
The resolutions followed the adoption of a motion by the lawmakers at the House plenary.
Leading the debate on the motion, chairman of the House Committee on Disability Matters, Bashiru Dawodu, described a public building as a building made available for the use of members of the public whether owned by the government or private entities as provided for in section 57 of the Discrimination Against Persons with Disability (Prohibition) Act 2018.
Dawodu emphasised that sections 3 and 4 of the Disability Act provide that a person with disability has the right to access the physical environment and public buildings on an equal basis with others, including road sidewalks, pedestrian crossings, elevators, crutches, and toilet facilities to make them accessible to and usable by persons with disability.
He mentioned that even after the timeframe for making adjustments to the buildings has passed, individuals with disabilities were still unable to enter public buildings.
LEADERSHIP recalls that the Disability Act was passed and signed into law in 2018.
The law prescribed a five-year transition period within which public buildings were to be redesigned to provide easy access to persons with disabilities beginning in January 2019.
The five-year transition period expired in January 2024.
Dawodu noted that the failure to make public buildings accessible to Persons with Disability prevents their inclusion and full integration into Nigerian society.
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Trump says if he spoke to Putin ‘it’s a smart thing’ to do
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WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Former President Donald Trump declined to say on Tuesday whether he had spoken to Russian President Vladimir Putin since leaving office in 2021 but said if he had done so it would be wise.
“If I did it’s a smart thing,” Trump said in answering questions from a Bloomberg News interviewer at the Chicago Economic Club.
“War,” a new book by Washington Post journalist Bob Woodward, says Trump has spoken to Putin on several occasions since he left the White House in January 2021.
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ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Burke & Herbert Financial Services Corp. ("Burke & Herbert") is pleased to announce the launch of The Burke & Herbert Bank Foundation ("Foundation"), a new philanthropic initiative dedicated to building prosperity and supporting local communities. Burke & Herbert is proud to celebrate over 170 years of commitment to responsible growth and economic development, and the Foundation will provide targeted support to local organizations that are making a powerful and positive impact throughout Burke & Herbert Bank & Trust Company's geographies.
A Community-Driven Approach to Support
The Burke & Herbert Bank Foundation is grounded in the belief that those who live and work in local communities understand their needs better than anyone else. By inviting community members, local leaders, and organizations to share their vision, the Foundation ensures its resources are directed toward initiatives that address unique challenges and create lasting change.
"We believe that the best solutions come from within the community itself," said David P. Boyle, Chair and CEO of Burke & Herbert, "The Foundation is here to support those who are passionate about improving their neighborhoods, and together, we can achieve our goal of being the quintessential community bank by being a dependable, caring community partner."
"The launch of The Burke & Herbert Bank Foundation affirms the commitment that David and I made when the alliance between Burke & Herbert Bank and Summit Community Bank was originally announced," said H. Charles ("Charlie") Maddy, III, President of Burke & Herbert, "Our commitment to the communities where we operate is part of cultivating richer and deeper relationships and underscores our aspiration to become the most sought-after community bank in our markets."
Invitation to Submit Support Requests
The Burke & Herbert Bank Foundation encourages local organizations and leaders to submit requests for support via the Foundation's website at burkeandherbertbank.com/foundationrequest. All applications will be thoroughly evaluated to ensure resources are directed to initiatives that align with the Foundation's mission of fostering community growth and prosperity. Eligibility guidelines and application forms are available online at www.burkeandherbertbank.com/foundationrequest with both digital and printable submission options provided. Local representatives of the Foundation include David Boyle, Seth Feibelman, Garth Kunkle, Billie Jo Newman, Jane Petty, Tom Powell, Randy Price, Jack Rossi, Jeff Rouse, Alexis Santin, Toby Taylor, Christina Waddell, and Angela Zirk.
About Burke & Herbert
Burke & Herbert Financial Services Corp. is the financial holding company for Burke & Herbert Bank & Trust Company. Burke & Herbert Bank & Trust Company is the oldest continuously operating bank under its original name headquartered in the greater Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. With over 75 branches across Delaware, Kentucky, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia, Burke & Herbert Bank & Trust Company offers a full range of business and personal financial solutions designed to meet customers' banking, borrowing, and investment needs. Learn more at investor.burkeandherbertbank.com.
For more information or to submit a support request, please visit at www.burkeandherbertbank.com/foundationrequest.
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Clearwater, FL - Susan M. Crockett Ruth Eckerd Hall President & CEO and the Ruth Eckerd Hall Board of Directors announced today to pledge 5,000 tickets to Pinellas and Pasco County First Responders, Lineman and beach hospitality employees. Tickets will be offered to select shows and performances scheduled through the end of the year at venues managed and operated by Ruth Eckerd Hall.
In making the announcement, Crockett said, “As we pick up the pieces from the aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, we are humbled to be a refuge where the First Responders and Lineman, as well as the beach hospitality employees can go to escape the stress and recapture a little joy for a while.”
Those eligible for tickets must present government or company issued identification at The Raymond James Central Ticket Office at Ruth Eckerd Hall when picking up tickets. There is a limit of four tickets per person and the list of performances will be updated as new shows are announced. The ticket office is open Tuesday through Thursday, from noon to 6 pm, Friday, from 10 am to 6 pm, and Saturday, from noon to 6 pm.
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S&P Global Ratings predicts an increase in foreign-currency debt defaults among sovereign issuers over the next decade, driven by significantly higher debt levels and increased borrowing costs on hard currency obligations.
The ratings agency said the sovereigns under review on average spent almost 20 percent of general government revenues on interest payments in the year leading up to defaulting on foreign-currency debt.
These high borrowing costs were a result of factors such as rising inflation, currency devaluation, terms-of-trade shocks, and a large portion of government debt being in foreign currency.
"Most sovereign foreign currency defaults over 2000-2023 resulted from weak institutional, fiscal, and debt composition factors," S&P Global credit analyst Giulia Filocca wrote in a report. "A single measure that consistently and reliably predicts sovereign defaults does not exist."
Sovereigns with high and rising net external liability positions -- where the combined public and private sector debts owed to non-residents exceed the assets invested by residents abroad -- are more likely to default, while net external creditors rarely face this risk, according to S&P.
Given the external imbalances, many sovereigns facing foreign currency default, such as Cyprus, Grenada, and Greece, often have gross external financing needs far greater than their current account receipts and foreign exchange reserves, S&P noted. -- Bloomberg.
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Chinese EV makers' plans to make cars in Europe
Oct 15 (Reuters) - Some Chinese carmakers are looking to set up manufacturing and assembly plants in Europe, hoping to sell more lower-cost cars in the region to challenge European competitors amid slowing demand in China, the world's largest car market.
European imports of Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs) have soared, leading European EV producers to fear being priced out of their home market.
In response, the EU has introduced import tariffs on Chinese-made EVs, arguing that they receive significant state subsidies.
This in turn creates an incentive for Chinese carmakers to set up factories in Europe to mitigate the tariffs.
Here are details of Chinese companies' plans to invest in Europe:
CHERY AUTO
Chery Auto, China's largest automaker by export volume, has signed a joint venture with Spain's EV Motors to open its first European manufacturing site, in Barcelona.
Production is set to start this year with both majority stakeholder EV Motors and Chery producing their own vehicles.
Chery has also been in talks with Rome about building a factory in Italy, and the Financial Times has reported it is considering building a factory in Britain this decade.
BYD
The world's largest EV maker plans to make all the cars it sells in Europe locally, it said at the Paris car show on Monday.
BYD plans to produce components in Europe and assemble battery packs at plants in Hungary and Turkey, importing only the battery cell from China, Executive Vice President Stella Li told Reuters.
LEAPMOTOR
Leapmotor is set to start taking orders in Europe for a city car and an SUV, the automaker and its partner Stellantis said in September, as they expand their budget electric vehicle (EV) offering in the region.
The T03 EV compact city car will be assembled in Europe, at Stellantis' Tychy plant in Poland. Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares has hinted the C10 SUV could be manufactured in Europe.
Stellantis holds a 51% stake in an international joint venture with Leapmotor and has exclusive rights to build, export and sell Leapmotor products outside China.
SAIC MOTOR
State-owned SAIC, China's second-largest auto exporter with its MG-branded cars, is choosing a site for an EV factory in Europe, it said in September.
SAIC already has a European parts centre unit in Amsterdam and plans to open a facility in France to meet growing demand there, it said in March.
XPENG
Electric vehicle maker XPeng is considering setting up a factory in Europe to mitigate the tariffs.
GEELY
Geely is scouting locations for a plant in Europe, but has not committed fully, executives said in interviews in September.
Talks are ongoing with Warsaw over an electric vehicle plant in Poland, but officials told Reuters this year they did not view Geely as an ideal partner.
GAC
State-owned carmaker GAC is
exploring
the manufacture of EVs in Europe to avoid EU tariffs, it told Reuters on Sunday.
GAC is targeting 500,000 overseas sales by 2030.
It does not yet sell EVs in Europe but was due to launch an electric SUV tailored to the European market at the Paris Auto Show.
Great Wall Motor
The Hungarian government is negotiating with Chinese SUV maker Great Wall Motor to host its first European plant, Hungarian media reported in April, although neither government nor the firm confirmed the talks.
In May, Great Wall Motor closed its Munich office and laid off all 100 employees, but signalled that it did not want to withdraw from Europe completely, German media
reported
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Dongfeng Motor Group
Dongfeng Motor Group is in advanced talks about building an auto plant in Italy, Italian sources close to the matter
told
Reuters in August.
The company later
said
it needed to evaluate sales prospects in Europe before deciding on a factory.
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GE HealthCare Technologies, Inc. GEHC announced the launch of Versana Premier, the latest addition to its Versana ultrasound family. Versana Premier offers AI-enabled productivity tools and advanced clinical features to enhance workflow efficiency and diagnostic accuracy, addressing the needs of healthcare professionals across specialties, including general practice, OBGYN, MSK and cardiology.
Versana Premier is a top-tier ultrasound system in GE HealthCare's budget-friendly Versana family, designed with advanced clinical features and streamlined workflow tools. It enhances efficiency and supports optimal care for a wide range of patients, ensuring effortless productivity for clinicians.
Equipped with VisionBoost Architecture and real-time imaging tools, it ensures effortless, high-quality diagnostics. It offers exceptional image quality and faster speed with advanced features like XDclear technology and a new imaging engine. Users can optimize imaging in real-time with Whizz and adjust color displays using Whizz Color Flow. It also includes OBGYN tools like Whizz RenderLive and V-Live 2.0 for 3D/4D imaging, aiding clinicians in monitoring baby development and improving diagnostic precision.
Likely Trend of GEHC Stock Following the News
Following the news, shares of GEHC rose 0.7% to $91.62 at yesterday’s closing.
Shares of GEHC have risen 18.5% year to date against the industry’s 10.4% fall. The S&P 500 has risen 22% in the same time frame.
The innovative ultrasound system, designed for efficiency and precision across multiple clinical settings, aligns with GE HealthCare's mission of advancing personalized and connected care. GE HealthCare continues to lead in medical technology, enhancing patient care and clinician effectiveness, reflected in the positive market response to the launch.
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Significance of GEHC’s Launch of Versana Premier
The introduction of Versana Premier marks a significant step forward in accessible, versatile ultrasound technology. With its AI-powered automation and user-friendly features, it aims to meet the growing demand for imaging in primary care, accelerating diagnoses, improving patient outcomes, and supporting clinicians in making accurate, efficient clinical decisions.
GE HealthCare's latest release of Versana Premier offers advanced features that enhance diagnostics and improve efficiency. Through its AI-powered Whizz tools, clinicians can achieve up to 38% faster workflows. These include automated labeling and volume measurements for organs like the kidney, gallbladder and liver. With its user-friendly design and optimized image quality, Versana Premier supports a wide range of assessments and diagnoses, helping clinicians provide high-quality care across diverse medical specialties. This system strengthens GE HealthCare's position as a leader in medical imaging solutions.
Management highlighted the growing use of ultrasound in primary care due to rising imaging demand. The company emphasized that Versana Premier, with advanced automated workflow tools and educational resources, supports frontline clinicians in accelerating diagnoses and improving patient outcomes.
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Versana Premier is available in key countries worldwide. In the United States, it received 510(k) clearance from the FDA and is commercially available, with shipments starting later this month.
Market Prospects Favoring GEHC
Per a report in Precedence Research, the global ultrasound market size is estimated to be worth $10.1 billion in 2024. It is anticipated to reach $19 billion by 2033 at a CAGR of 7.3%.
The robust growth is likely to be driven by the growing number of musculoskeletal disorders, the rising number of government initiatives and investments and the growing adoption of table-top equipment in medical sectors.
Zacks Rank & Key Picks
Currently, GE HealthCare carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
Some better-ranked stocks in the broader medical space are Addus HomeCare ADUS, Quest Diagnostics (DGX) and RadNet (RDNT). While Addus HomeCare carries a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), Quest Diagnostics and RadNet carry a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) each at present. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
Addus HomeCare has an estimated long-term growth rate of 12.1%. ADUS’ earnings surpassed estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, with the average being 11.5%.
Addus HomeCare shares have gained 85.5% compared with the industry's 16.9% growth year to date.
Quest Diagnostics has an estimated long-term growth rate of 6.8%. DGX's earnings surpassed estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, with the average being 3.3%.
Quest Diagnostics has gained 42% compared with the industry's 14.9% growth year to date.
RadNet’s earnings surpassed estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, with the average surprise being 98.2%.
RDNT's shares have surged 93.7% year to date compared with the industry’s 14.8% growth.
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Sales decline 4.62% to Rs 558.95 crore
Net profit of D B Corp declined 17.64% to Rs 82.57 crore in the quarter ended September 2024 as against Rs 100.26 crore during the previous quarter ended September 2023. Sales declined 4.62% to Rs 558.95 crore in the quarter ended September 2024 as against Rs 586.04 crore during the previous quarter ended September 2023. ParticularsQuarter EndedSep. 2024Sep. 2023% Var.Sales558.95586.04 -5 OPM %21.5925.88 -PBDT137.51161.91 -15 PBT110.35132.96 -17 NP82.57100.26 -18Powered by Capital Market - Live News
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Posted in: Collectibles, threezerostore | Tagged: bethesda, Fallout, Threezero
Fallout 1/6 T-45 Hot Rod Shark Power Armor Arrives from threezero
Step into the Wasteland in style once more as threezero has unveiled their latest 1/6 scale T-45 Power Armor figure
Article Summary
- Threezero unveils 1/6 T-45 Hot Rod Shark Power Armor from Fallout 4 with intricate details.
- Full figure stands out with 35 points of articulation and iconic Fallout Shark paint scheme.
- Features removable armor, LED helmet light, exchangeable male head, and assault rifle accessories.
- Available for pre-order at $429.99, with a Q4 2024 release from the threezero Store online.
In the post-apocalyptic world of Bethesda's Fallout series, the Power Armor stands as an emblem of strength and protection, revered by survivors and feared by enemies. This advanced exoskeleton adds extra armor to and is worn by the player (Vault Dweller, Sole Survivor, or Courier), depending on the game of your choosing. Coming from Fallout 4, threezero has unveiled that the Rod Rod Shark Power Armor is getting another release and, for the first time, as a full figure, not just an Armor Pack. Coming in at 1/6 scale, this T-45 armor has 35 points of articulation and showcases that sleek olive green deco with shark decals.
The entire Hot Rod Shark Power Armor is removable, showcasing the Vault Dweller and the frame underneath, and will work with previous threezero Fallout 1/6 scale armors. As for accessories, this Fallout release gets an assault rifle with two exchange magazines, a removable scope, and a male Vault Dweller head. Walk through the Wasteland with ease with this bad boy at your side and pre-orders should be going live soon right on the threezero Store with a $429.99 price tag and a Q4 2024 release. Be sure to check out the previous Power Armor figures as well like the T-51 Nuka Cola Armor, to enhance your Fallout collection.
Fallout 1/6 T-45 Hot Rod Shark Power Armor
"From the highly-rated Fallout video game franchise, threezero is once again releasing the T-45 Power Armor featuring the popular Hot Rod Shark paint scheme. For the first time ever, the Hot Rod Shark armor is available as a full figure with a highly articulated endoskeleton body and assault rifle.The 1/6 T-45 Hot Rod Shark Power Armor showcases one of the most commonly used paint schemes. The olive green base coat is complemented with red trims and iconic shark-styled eyes and mouth decals. Along with threezero's exquisite weathering paint technique, the figure captures the armor's post-apocalyptic aesthetic."
"The 1/6 T-45 Hot Rod Shark Power Armor is equipped with an endoskeleton body with over 35 points of articulation and magnetic connection points, allowing for freely interchangeable armor pieces that are compatible with all other threezero Fallout Power Armor figures. The helmet features an LED light-up function, and accessories include a detailed male head sculpt that can be swapped with the armor helmet as well as an assault rifle with two exchangeable magazines and a removable scope."
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Our recent drive in the 992.2 911 Carrera GTS revealed that it has received more than just a mild facelift, and it's the GT3's turn next. First spotted testing out in the open in early 2023, Porsche has now released an official teaser image of the updated model ahead of its debut on October 18. Unlike previous times, both the standard GT3 and wingless GT3 Touring variant will be unveiled simultaneously by Porsche's director of GT cars, Andreas Preuninger.
This first official image doesn't reveal much, but it's likely that the new GT3 will receive an updated front and rear light design to match the rest of the range. The model will swap its central analogue dial for a full digital dashboard too, as in the Carrera, with interior technology also given an overhaul.
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Barbados: Teen football sensation Tye Wayterman kicks his way to success
From the time Tye entered the Lodge School where he is now a third form student, he showed interest in football and played in his first tournament on the school’s under-14 team and assisted the team to reach the finals.
Tuesday, 15th October 2024
Barbados: A young football player in Barbados Tye Waterman is kicking his way to success both in sports and academics. He always took pride in his school work and completed primary school at West Terrace Primary School, graduating as the ‘Most Outstanding Student’ and “Most Outstanding Male”.
From the time Tye entered the Lodge School where he is now a third form student, he showed interest in football and played in his first tournament on the school’s under-14 team and assisted the team to reach the finals.
He recalled playing against Deighton Griffith Secondary School in that final as he scored the only goal for his team when they went down 1-4 to Deighton Griffith.
He also played on the school’s under-16 team and again he assisted them to the finals but on this occasion, the end results were in his team’s favour as they emerged champions. He is also playing in the under-19 division for Lodge.
The footballers started to play at the age of four when he attended Kickstart Summer Camp and he returned to the camp every summer until last year.
He eventually joined Kickstart Football club at the age of 12 and he represented the Club on their under-13 football team where he was a valuable member of the team and last year, he finished the season with the ‘2023 Sharp Shooter Award’.
In February, Tye was called to the Barbados National under-14 Boys’ Development Training program.
Months later, after putting in what Tey refers to as, ‘some hard work’ at training, he was one of the boys chosen to represent Barbados on the national under-14 squad at the 2024 CFU Boys’ U-14 Challenge Series (Tier 11) when the matches were played in Trinidad & Tobago last month.
He outlined, “I performed to the best of my ability and the months of hard work paid off”.
The teenager has his eyes set on becoming a professional football and he trains he will gain more experience when he travels next month as a member of Kickstart Rush Football team to participate in the Rush Football Tournament in Miami.
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"The Village Vanguard" by Oronzo Gasparo, 1935 Courtesy Rare Nest gallery Chicago
Design for Dinnerware, Trude Petri-Raben, circa 1970
Rare Nest Gallery Chicago Presents Highlights of New exhibition "POLYGLOT II" Open October 26th - includes a 1935 surreal image of New York's Village Vanguard.
Highlight of the exhibition will be a historically important artwork featuring portraits of Greenwich Village bohemians by Oronzo Gasparo titled“The Village Vanguard” 1935.” - Keith Bringe
CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2024 /EINPresswire / -- Rare Nest Gallery Chicago Presents Highlights of New Exhibition "POLYGLOT II" Open October 26th
POLYGLOT II will include works from the Gallery's flat files and private collections installed“salon-style” – densely hung to highlight connections or contrasts between works, artists, styles and techniques.
PARTIAL ARTISTS LIST
Nancy L. Abrams , Leonard Baskin, Keith Bringe, Lynne Brown, Roger Brown, Herbert Brün , David Burliuk, Letterio Calapai, Chikanobu Yoshu, Kris Cloud, Oronzo Gasparo, Teresa Getty, Sharon Goodman, Ann Marie Greenberg, John Himmelfarb, Hiroshige II Utagawa, Les Klug, Thomas Leahy, Vivian Maier, Ray L. Martin, John F. Miller, Otto Neumann, Marcia Daehn Palazzolo, Tom Palazzolo, Trude Petri-Raben, Gregory Scott, Leo Segedin, Tom Shirley, Alan Sue, John T. Upchurch, Megan Williamson, Karl Wirsum and more.
Gallery founder and director Keith Bringe reflects, "This style of installation, where works are densely stacked, saw it's peak in the late 18th and early 19th century in European galleries and museums. It fell out of fashion and is especially anathematized in today's world of white cube shows. I believe there is something engaging in the format."
A highlight of the exhibition will be a historically important artwork featuring portraits of Greenwich Village bohemians. This newly rediscovered work by Oronzo Gasparo (1903–1969), is titled“The Village Vanguard” and is dated 1935. The gouache with ink on board features an extensive inscription and dedication to Onya La Tour.
The Village Vanguard jazz club continues in New York's Greenwich Village as an important cultural treasure. From it's opening in 1935 the venue hosted and supported the careers of musical legends including Lead Belly, Mary Lou Williams, Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk, Sonny Rollins, Charles Mingus, Stan Getz and many more. Barbra Streisand famously returned to the Village Vanguard in 2009 to record an album stating, "this is the place where it all started".
Oronzo Gasparo's surrealist interior features famous characters from New York's Bohemian society of the 1930's including club founder Max Gordon and Joe Gould.
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RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany — The Ramstein Newcomers Orientation will undergo changes beginning Oct 16th and 17th, 2024, aimed at enhancing support for new arrivals and streamlining their transition to life at Ramstein Air Base, Germany.
The Newcomers Orientation will now be a two-day program held at the Enlisted Club (Bldg. 2140). It will take place every week on Wednesdays from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
The course is designed to introduce active duty, family members, DoD civilians and contractors to essential information about transitioning to life in Germany and about the agencies and resources available to them in and around Ramstein AB.
This collection of briefings covers key aspects of life in a new country, including things like recycling, speed cameras and quiet hours to set new arrivals up for success during their time here.
“The new format will allow newcomers to accomplish key in-processing tasks,” Katheryn Haworth, 86th Force Support squadron work/life specialist. “This will allow them to focus on settling into the community and their new work centers.”
The updated curriculum will focus on Ramstein Virtual In/Out Processing Essential Resources (VIPER) taskers and their transition to Ramstein AB easier. The Newcomers Orientation will provide guidance to specific tasks that must be completed within their first seven days in the area.
The latest agenda will help newcomers to adjust to a new assignment and a new country, as well as welcoming them to the Kaiserslautern Military Community.
To sign up for the Newcomers Orientation, contact the Military and Family Readiness Center by emailing 86fss.mfrc@us.af.mil or visit http://www.86fss.com/mfrc/relocation-assistance/.
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Building the Future of Appliance Intelligence: How Source7 is Leading the Way
Our goal is to make appliance data widely accessible. We want to make this valuable resource accessible to everyone, from consumers to manufacturers, warranty providers, and more.”
LOUISVILLE, KY, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Source7 is a data company whose goal is to become the default source for structured product data and risk insights on common appliances and major mechanical systems (like HVAC & water heaters) for homes across America. In fact, Source7’s ultimate goal is to have data on products inside every home in America, with an impressive 95% of U.S. home appliances already covered in their dataset. By 2025, Source7 is projected to add well more than 10 million more households to its coverage.— Lyle Donan
According to the company’s co-founder and Chairman, Lyle Donan, “It’s amazing that every day we rely on dishwashers, water heaters, refrigerators and more in almost every home in America, and yet we make knee-jerk or at best educated guesses on whether we should repair them or replace them when they break. In today's data-driven world, it's unreasonable to rely solely on gut feelings when deciding whether to repair or replace an appliance. Accurate data should guide us towards informed decisions, including anticipating failures and making financially sound choices for future replacements. This data can also help us select appliances that align with our personal and financial needs.”
Lyle goes on to share, “Our goal is to make appliance data widely accessible. We want to make this valuable resource accessible to everyone, from consumers to manufacturers, warranty providers, and more. Just like there's only one CarFax for auto information, we believe there should be a single, trusted source for appliance data. That's why we're building Source7: a collaborative database that benefits everyone. To achieve this, we're making our data easy to access and affordable, even free in some cases. By empowering users with accurate, actionable data, we're revolutionizing the way industries approach appliance management and decision-making.”
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Davante Adams to be reunited with Aaron Rodgers with trade from Raiders to Jets being finalized, per reports
By Ben Morse, CNN
(CNN) — Davante Adams is set to be reunited with his former Green Bay Packers teammate Aaron Rodgers as the Las Vegas Raiders are finalizing a trade to send the wide receiver to the New York Jets, according to multiple media outlets, with the news first being reported by NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport.
According to Rapoport, fellow NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero and ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Raiders will receive a conditional third-round draft pick for Adams which can become a second-round pick based on his performance with the Jets.
CNN has reached out to the Raiders and Jets for comment.
The news ends weeks of speculation over Adams’ future after the 31-year-old reportedly requested a trade from Las Vegas earlier this month.
Multiple teams were named as possible destinations for the three-time first-team All Pro, including a potential reunion with Rodgers in East Rutherford.
Rodgers was Adams’ quarterback in Green Bay for eight seasons ever since the receiver was drafted into the league in 2014, and the pair enjoyed a huge amount of success together.
Between 2018 and 2021, Rodgers and Adams ranked first in the NFL in receptions (425), receiving yards (5,257) and receiving touchdowns (47) as a duo, per the NFL. In their eight seasons together, the pair produced 615 completions for 7,517 yards and 68 touchdowns.
The Jets will be hoping to bring some of that offensive output to MetLife Stadium after a stuttering 2-4 start to the season. Adams’ trade comes just a week after the team fired their head coach Robert Saleh and on the heels of a tight 23-20 loss to the Buffalo Bills.
Adams joins a wide receiver room with 2022 Offensive Rookie of the Year Garrett Wilson and his former Packers teammate Allen Lazard as Gang Green aims to kickstart its season.
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Jets with assume Adams’ salary for the rest of the year.
Adams was traded to Las Vegas from Green Bay in 2022, with Rodgers leaving the team a year later.
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The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced significant progress in recovering the national grid following a partial power outage on Monday, October 14, at 6:48pm.
Efforts to restore power commenced immediately, with the Azura power station playing a crucial role in initiating the black start process.
Despite reaching advanced recovery stages by 10:24am on Tuesday, TCN encountered a minor setback temporarily hindering progress.
“The slight setback notwithstanding, TCN continued with the grid recovery process, which has reached an advanced stage,” the company stated, ensuring bulk power availability to approximately 90% of its substations nationwide.
Power supply has been successfully restored to critical areas, including the Abuja axis and other major distribution load centres across the country.
Notably, the Ibom Gas generating station remained unaffected by the disturbance, maintaining its supply to regions in the South-South, including Eket, Ekim, Uyo, and the Itu 132kV transmission substations.
TCN said it planned to thoroughly investigate the cause of the incident once the grid was fully restored.
“Investigation into the cause of the incident will be carried out as soon as the grid is fully restored,” assured Ndidi Mbah, spokesperson of the TCN.
The ongoing efforts highlighted TCN’s commitment to maintaining stability in Nigeria’s power supply system, even amid challenges.
LEADERSHIP reports that the national electricity grid suffered a total collapse around 6:48pm on Monday with generation dropping to zero megawatts, throwing homes and businesses into complete darkness.
While recovery efforts were ongoing, the grid tripped off again at about 9:17am on Tuesday morning.
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In 1974, in an effort to preserve farmland in the commonwealth, the Pennsylvania state legislature passed Act 319, creating the Clean and Green program. The program provided tax breaks to farms and farmers whose tax bills may have become too onerous to keep operating.
Thanks in part to that 50-year-old law, family farms remain part of the Pennsylvania landscape.
However, a number of wealthy individuals — who do not engage in commercial farming — also benefit from the tax break while not serving the program’s originally intended purpose. In 2018, the Morning Call found that the program cut property taxes for “millionaires living in country estates, and golf courses, quarries, and other non-agricultural business.”
State Senator Judy Schwank, minority chair of Agriculture & Rural Affairs, says that while the program has been successful, it’s also abused by wealthy individuals with “the wherewithal to buy a large parcel of land.”
“They may not necessarily have a career as a farmer,” Schwank told WHYY News. “That’s not their occupation. They just simply want to live on a large acreage perhaps, or to own that, and then also get the tax breaks as well.”
According to Clean and Green records, one of those wealthy property owners benefiting from the program is Republican nominee for U.S. Senate, David McCormick, who owns hundreds of acres in Hemlock Township in Columbia County.
Although McCormick has said multiple times he is “not a farmer,” he has been availing himself of that tax relief for what he calls his “family farm,” Frosty Valley Farms, which was listed as Frosty Valley Farms, LLC in 2018.
“I don’t pretend to be a farmer,” he said at a Building America’s Future event in Catawissa in February. “That’s an honorable distinction that you have to earn.
Much of the property has been in the McCormick family for decades. It sits just a few minutes from Bloomsburg University, where his father, James H. McCormick served as president from 1973 to 1983. However, Frosty Valley Farms LLC has applied for Clean and Green credits for parcels of land acquired in just the last few years. McCormick calls himself the owner of Frosty Valley Farms, and in 2022 said he had owned the land for more than a decade or more, adding he has been personally paying the taxes on it.
In 2022, McCormick defended himself against accusations that he was really a Connecticut resident, running a carpetbagger race for the U.S. Senate seat that eventually went to John Fetterman, partly using the property as evidence that he maintained ties to the state for the 15 years he voted in Connecticut.
“That family farm I mentioned, I own — so, I’m a Pennsylvania taxpayer,” he said in an interview with WILK in 2022.
However, according to public records, the Clean and Green program reduced his annual property tax obligations by as much as $64,000 last year, an estimated break on 76% of his tax obligations for the farm.
Despite being designed and designated for farmers, property owners also don’t need to farm to avail themselves of the tax rebates. The program also provides relief for land in “agricultural reserve” and “forest reserve” — land that simply won’t be developed.
Coincidentally, Dr. Mehmet Oz, who beat McCormick for the Republican nomination in 2022 coincidentally — or ironically — faced similar criticism after buying a $3.1 million Montco manor that was already registered with Clean and Green immediately after announcing his campaign.
Oz defended the practice, saying he had “inherited” the designation. That points to the issue that, once a property is in the Clean and Green program, the owner never has to reapply.
Even though it’s a state program, it’s usually rural towns that are affected by a lower tax base and, therefore, a loss in revenue. This has sometimes meant an impact on local services. At a 2009 House Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee meeting, then-Representative Bryan Cutler, a Republican who represents Quarryville, addressed the issue, specifically citing the impact on local education budgets, including in his own district.
“There is no greater teacher than being required to fund school districts and their operations with a smaller and shrinking tax base,” he said. “We are simply asking for the attention to be given to the issue so that those rural school districts that are most affected by Clean and Green could also have some increase in their overall funding that’s available for their school districts.”
In that same meeting, Thomas Newcome, who was serving as Superintendent Of The Octorara School District, told the committee his schools “had over $5 million in lost revenues with 319.”
“The poorest population in our county is bearing the responsibility to provide Clean and Green space for the county while our wealthiest areas bear little of the responsibility to assure (sic) there is green space,” he said.
The Allentown Morning Call published an in-depth investigative series into the areas affected and found “tax shifts” in which other taxpayers were forced to make up for the loss in revenue.
“Four communities in rural Northwestern Lehigh School District experienced a $6.2 million Clean and Green tax shift in 2016-17 — a sixfold increase over 1994-95,” the paper reported. “That tax shift pushed the average homeowner’s property tax bill up by 30 percent in 2016-17, an added $1,055 in school, county, and municipal taxes.”
Hemlock Township — where McCormick’s property is located — recently raised property taxes by 17%. That came after significant increases in 2019 and 2022, as well.
Albert Hunsinger, Jr., a town Board of Supervisors member, told WHYY News that rising costs — to expand the police department and other town services — prompted the increase.
However, he adds that the Clean and Green program means the agricultural zones — which comprise the vast majority of the town’s land — can’t be taxed to help make up the difference and, there, much of the burden is passed on to private residents with smaller properties. He adds that tax rebates through the program are applied too liberally, providing the benefit to property owners who provide little benefit to the town.
“It means they have to mow their property twice a year in order to get the tax rebate on it,” he jokes, adding “they’re not farming it, they’re not getting any revenue off of that ground other than what they get from the state through the Clean and Green program.”
According to the law, changes to the property would violate the terms if landowners make any changes to the property. If that were to happen, they would be required to repay seven years of rebates.
Recently, it appears that Frosty Valley Farms leased at least 164 acres to a solar company, Prospect14 which, according to its website, partners “with landowners who are interested in realizing income on their land from solar power project development.” Building a solar farm would constitute a change, but according to aerial photos conducted by WHYY News, there are no signs of one.
Some of the property is also rented out to residential tenants.
WHYY News reached out to the McCormick campaign Sunday morning for information about how the land is used but has yet to receive responses about activities on the farm. WHYY News also contacted Prospect14, but the company has not yet responded. The state Department of Agriculture also declined an interview request.
In his last role before running for Senate in 2022, McCormick drew a salary of $22.5 million as CEO of Connecticut-based hedge fund Bridgewater Associates. According to his latest financial disclosure, McCormick and his wife Dina Powell own at least $123 million in assets. If elected, he would become one of the wealthiest members of Congress.
The annual budget of Hemlock Township is currently around $2.4 million.
Schwank would like to see the law updated for the modern era to where it is focused on farmers and can’t be as easily abused by wealthy estates.
“It’s not breaking the law necessarily to take advantage of them, but you need to look at where we are today versus when this was created when there were not as many wealthy people buying estates as there are now,” she said. “Maybe there’s a sliding scale in terms of the tax abatement that someone receives, depending upon whether they’re actually farming themselves or if they’re renting the farmland out but they’re not actually farmers. That’s the way I would like to see the program changed.”
Hungsinger agrees that there should be some changes and says more agricultural output would benefit the area.
“I would sooner see the farmers lease them out and get the ground producing rather than letting it sit in Clean and Green,” he said.
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The new certificate, targeted for undergraduate students, will help develop their skills in artificial intelligence and entrepreneurship, connect them with industry mentors, and set them up to be more competitive for internships and in the job market.
NEW YORK, Oct. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Zahn Innovation Center at The City College of New York is working with the MIT Sloan School of Management and the Martin Trust Center for MIT Entrepreneurship to deliver a new Artificial Intelligence and Entrepreneurship Certificate targeted at undergraduate students. Experts at CCNY and MIT are creating videos, in-person workshops, and course content designed to help CCNY students solve business problems using AI applications.
"CCNY's Zahn Innovation Center has, for more than a decade, helped students develop both an entrepreneurial mindset and concrete business ventures through a rigorous incubation and launchpad program," said CCNY President Vincent Boudreau. "Our new collaboration with MIT mobilizes the Zahn Center experience into a larger effort to develop students' AI skills in the service of entrepreneurship, using the combination of the two to solve pressing business and organizational problems. I'm thrilled to be able to open the combined resources of CCNY and MIT to our students, and with the prospect of building on this initial collaboration in the future."
The MIT team from the Trust Center, a hub for entrepreneurship education and collaboration at MIT, performed market research with dozens of companies learning how they are using AI and what they expect new hires to know. Through their research, they learned that even companies that have developed great AI capabilities in-house have struggled to feel the benefits across different departments, but these companies expressed that they expect their new hires to have a comfort level with AI.
The certificate program will meet these needs by having CCNY students work with expert mentors using AI to answer real-world questions and solve business problems for the program's partner organizations with the goal of setting up students to be more competitive in the job and internship market.
"MIT Sloan is very excited about the launch of the AI and Entrepreneurship Certificate in collaboration with the Martin Trust Center for MIT Entrepreneurship and CCNY. We believe it will provide participants with great opportunities for growth – both academic and economic," said Georgia Perakis, John C Head III Dean (Interim) at the MIT Sloan School of Management. "I am grateful to colleagues at both CCNY and MIT for their commitment to this very important collaboration and am excited that MIT's thought leadership in entrepreneurship and AI will be made available to even more people."
Both CCNY and MIT are known for their economic mobility and a rich history of entrepreneurship including Andy Grove, CCNY alumnus '60, and Robert Noyce, MIT alumnus '53, who co-founded Intel. The entrepreneurship focus of the certificate program will help students identify problem and opportunity areas at the first companies they work at, and they'll have a toolkit and mindset to make an impact quickly.
"This collaborative has been carefully crafted — using detailed market study — to accelerate innovation in AI and entrepreneurship," said Anantha P. Chandrakasan, dean of MIT's School of Engineering and chief innovation and strategy officer at MIT. "The curriculum will provide students with the necessary tools to solve a variety of business challenges across AI disciplines and set them on a path towards leadership in careers related to AI and entrepreneurship."
About The City College of New York
Since 1847, The City College of New York has provided a high-quality and affordable education to generations of New Yorkers in a wide variety of disciplines. CCNY embraces its position at the forefront of social change. It is ranked #1 by the Harvard-based Opportunity Insights out of 369 selective public colleges in the United States on the overall mobility index. This measure reflects both access and outcomes, representing the likelihood that a student at CCNY can move up two or more income quintiles. Education research organization Degree Choices ranks CCNY #1 nationally among universities for economic return on investment. In addition, the Center for World University Rankings places CCNY in the top 1.8% of universities worldwide in terms of academic excellence. Labor analytics firm Lightcast puts at $3.2 billion CCNY's annual economic impact on the regional economy (5 boroughs and 5 adjacent counties) and quantifies the "for dollar" return on investment to students, taxpayers and society. At City College, more than 15,000 students pursue undergraduate and graduate degrees in eight schools and divisions, driven by significant funded research, creativity and scholarship. In 2023, CCNY launched its most expansive fundraising campaign, ever. The campaign, titled "Doing Remarkable Things Together" seeks to bring the College's Foundation to more than $1 billion in total assets in support of the College mission. CCNY is as diverse, dynamic and visionary as New York City itself. View CCNY Media Kit.
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Warriors coach Michael Nees has spoken about calling Kaizer Chiefs striker Ranga Chivaviro and other foreign-born players to the national team.
Chivaviro was born in South Africa and qualifies to play for Zimbabwe through his father.
The Chiefs striker expressed interest in representing the Warriors should he gets a call-up.
Speaking to the media after the Warriors’ 3-1 win against Namibia at Orlando Stadium on Monday, Nees suggested Chivaviro won’t get an automatic place in the national team.
The gaffer said: “We have a long list of players, and we are interested in every good player.
“But we also have good players here. We’re monitoring everybody and when the time is right, we will decide whether to approach him or not. It’s not just that someone is playing at Kaizer Chiefs.
“We observe every player but we should also praise those we already have. We have a very long list, and it’s not a matter of bringing in anyone but we should add value.”
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US ‘concerned’ by reports of North Korean soldiers fighting for Russia
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The United States is “concerned” by reports of North Korean soldiers fighting for Russia in Ukraine, a White House spokesperson on Tuesday.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy this week accused North Korea of transferring personnel to Russia’s armed forces, saying his intelligence agencies had briefed him on “the actual involvement of North Korea in the war” in Ukraine.
The Kremlin has dismissed the allegation as “fake news.”
In a statement, White House National Security Council spokesperson Sean Savett said the involvement of North Korean troops in Ukraine, if true, would mark a significant increase in the North Korea-Russia defense relationship.
“Such a move would also indicate a new level of desperation for Russia as it continues to suffer significant casualties on the battlefield in its brutal war against Ukraine,” Savett said.
Washington says North Korea has supplied Russia with ballistic missiles and ammunition. Moscow and Pyongyang have denied arms transfers but have vowed to boost military ties, possibly including joint drills.
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A Masvingo couple aged 77 and 92 was last week killed by their son and granddaughters after being accused of witchcraft.
Rameck Chidinhika (53) and his three daughters, Constancia Chidinhika (28), Vimbai Chidinhika (19) and a juvenile aged 15 have since been arrested for murder. National police spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed the arrests.
"The ZRP confirmed the arrest of the man and his three daughters for killing his father, Tizirai Chidinhika aged 77 and mother, Miriam Polisiri aged 92 on allegations of witchcraft and casting misfortune on the first suspect's family.
"The incident occurred on October 11, 2024, at around 0700 hours at Chorupanga Village, Nyajena, Masvingo."
Meanwhile, police are appealing for information which may assist in investigating a murder case in which Jabson Bunukwa Kwangwari (35), was found dead at Village 1 Runhare in Chiredzi on October 11, 2024. His body was found in an advanced state of decomposition, with deep cuts on the head and arm. A blood-stained axe was recovered at the scene. "Anyone with information to contact National Complaints Desk on (0242) 703631 or WhatsApp on 0712 800 197 or report at any nearest police station.
"The Zimbabwe Republic Police implores the public to value the sanctity of human life and resolve differences amicably without resorting to violence. We urge families to seek counselling from local police stations, traditional leaders and church elders to find peaceful ways of resolving differences," Comm Nyathi said.
In another case, a man from Matekenya Village, Chief Chireya, in Gokwe North, Gift Chimbangu (26) was last week sentenced to 33 years in prison for murder.
On January 1, 2023, Chimbangu and the deceased were among the people who were dancing to music at Zumba Business Centre in Gokwe when one of the dancers stabbed a fellow dancer with a knife. Chimbangu and two others then chased after the dancer and an altercation resulted.
He then stabbed him with a knife in the chest and he died. Chimbangu then wiped the blood-stained knife on his hair before fleeing the scene.
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In 2022, Chris Cornell's solo band member Pete Thorn revealed that the late Soundgarden frontman was set to collaborate with Eddie Van Halen on a song that never came to be. Now, the late Van Halen shredder's brother and bandmate, Alex Van Halen, tells Rolling Stone that the two jammed together with Cornell.
The three-man session later became just Cornell and Alex after Eddie stepped away, the drummer recalls.
"Chris was in a very fragile part of his life, so to speak," Alex says. "I got behind the drums, and he started playing bass. We played for 45 minutes. This motherf***** got so into it he started bleeding."
"I said, 'This is the man you want,'" Alex continues. "And then he died."
Alex says he doesn't remember exactly when the jam took place. Cornell died in May 2017.
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US Supreme Court rejects Michael Avenatti appeal in Stormy Daniels book case
Celebrity lawyer appealed identity theft conviction
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Case involved porn star's book publishing deal
By Andrew Chung
Oct 15 (Reuters) - The U.S. Supreme Court declined on Tuesday to hear celebrity lawyer Michael Avenatti's bid to overturn his 2022 conviction for identity theft for misappropriating nearly $300,000 in book proceeds intended for porn star Stormy Daniels, his former client. The justices turned away the appeal by Avenatti, who was convicted by a jury in federal court in Manhattan of wire fraud and aggravated identity theft in the case. It was the second time in recent months that the Supreme Court denied an appeal by Avenatti in a criminal conviction. Avenatti, 53, was sentenced to four years in prison for conduct in the book case that the presiding judge called "brazen and egregious."
He had represented himself during the two-week trial. Avenatti appealed to the Supreme Court after the Manhattan-based 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in March upheld his conviction, rejecting his claim that following a 2023 Supreme Court ruling narrowing the scope of the aggravated identity theft statute the evidence of his guilt was insufficient.
Daniels, whose given name is Stephanie Clifford, testified that Avenatti led her to believe that her publisher had not disbursed advance payments totaling $297,500 for her memoir, "Full Disclosure," when she asked about delays. Evidence in the case showed that Avenatti diverted the funds by directing an employee to forge Daniels' signature and never asked for permission to sign on her behalf. In another case, the Supreme Court in May snubbed Avenatti's bid to overturn his conviction in Manhattan for defrauding a youth basketball coach who he had represented and extorting athletic wear company Nike in a case in which he was sentenced to 2-1/2 years behind bars. Avenatti in 2022 also sentenced to 14 more years in prison after he pleaded guilty in Santa Ana, California, to cheating four other clients. He is currently incarcerated in California.
He gained notoriety when he represented Daniels in cases against former President Donald Trump, with whom she said she had a sexual encounter in 2006. Daniels was paid $130,000 in hush money by Trump's former personal lawyer, Michael Cohen, to remain silent ahead of the 2016 U.S. election about the encounter, which Trump has denied took place. Trump was convicted in May by a jury in Manhattan on New York state charges of falsifying business records to cover up the payment to Daniels. Trump is the Republican candidate facing Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris in the Nov. 5 presidential election.
(Reporting by Andrew Chung in New York; Additional reporting by Luc Cohen in New York; Editing by Will Dunham)
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Posted in: Comics, Comics Publishers, Current News, Dark Horse Comics, Oni Press, Vault | Tagged: Daniel Crary, Katie Sainz., Matt Dryer
Daniel Crary Jumps From Vault Comics To Oni Press As New Director
Oni Press has announced hires and promotions across editorial, marketing and sales, with Daniel Crary, Matt Dryer and Katie Sainz.
Article Summary
- Daniel Crary moves to Oni Press from Vault Comics as Director of Marketing & Communications.
- Matt Dryer, with 20 years at Dark Horse, is now Editor, focusing on new EC Comics titles.
- Katie Sainz is promoted to Director of Sales, Book Market after her success at Oni Press.
- Oni Press gears up for an ambitious slate of releases in its 27th year of independent comics.
More shoes are dropping, And more people are confirmed not to be the new Batman Editor. Oni Press has announced hires and promotions across editorial, marketing and sales, with Daniel Crary, Matt Dryer and Katie Sainz.
Formerly the Director of Community Engagement & Events for Vault Comics, Daniel Crary joins Oni Press as the company's incoming Director of Marketing & Communications. "As a lead member of Vault's marketing and sales team, Crary helped shape the independent publisher's voice around some of its most prominent releases, including Unnatural Order, Beyond Real, Heart Eyes, and more, redefining the company's convention strategy. In his new role at Oni, Crary will oversee the strategic coordination of all of Oni's marketing and PR efforts across the direct, book, and direct-to-consumer markets." "I'm thrilled to be joining a company with both incredible new projects and a legacy in the industry like no other," said Crary. "The Sixth Gun is a series I've recommended to new comic readers for years, and I'm up to about a case of Gender Queer that I've given away. The future at Oni is going to be an incredible ride, from Cult of the Lamb (based on one of my favorite games!) to the return of the iconic EC Comics this summer, and so many amazing creator-owned stories, I cannot imagine a more motivated and dynamic team to be joining!"
Formerly Editor and Director of Digital Art & Prepress for Dark Horse, with twenty years in the business, Matt Dryer has joined Oni in the role of Editor. "Across his more than two decades of experience as both an , Dryer is best known for editing acclaimed titles including Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories, Conan, The Goon, and many dozens more. . . In his new role at Oni, Dryer will assist Editor-in-Chief Sierra Hahn in spearheading the recently announced line of new EC Comics titles, set to begin in July with EPITAPHS FROM THE ABYSS #1." "Oni Press is building something special," says Dryer. "You can see it in everything we're publishing right now. It's a thrill and an honor to be a part of this bright, ambitious, talented team as we continue to tell great stories and share in the love of comics!"
Longtime Oni and Lion-Forge veteran and former Director of Marketing, Katie Sainz, has been promoted to the new role of Director of Sales, Book Market. "A native of St. Louis, MO, Sainz began her publishing career in the marketing department of Lion Forge Comics, where she helped launch bestselling and critically acclaimed graphic novels such as Brenna Thummler's Sheets, Maia Kobabe's Gender Queer, and Wendy Xu and Suzanne Walker's Mooncakes before joining the Oni Press team in 2019. At Oni Press, Sainz has applied her passion for literacy to the roles of Marketing Manager, Director of Marketing, and now, Director of Sales, Book Market." "In my time at Oni, I've had the opportunity to work with so many wonderful creators to help their stories connect with readers across the globe," said Sainz. "I'm excited to take my next step as Director of Sales, Book Market to continue to drive growth and success in book retail, library, educational, and digital markets."
"Over the course of the past year, we have made incredible progress in asserting Oni's rightful place as one of the premier homes for inspired, uninhibited comics storytelling anywhere in comics today," said Hunter Gorinson, President and Publisher. "Now, in 2024, we're prepared to take that calling even further with one of the most ambitious and impactful slates of new releases in Oni's 27-year history as a central force in independent comics." "Behind the scenes, we're working to make sure the incredible artistry and vision of our creators finds its way into comic shops and bookstores – and readers' hands – around the world," said Sierra Hahn, Editor-in-Chief. "These important new hires are vital new additions to our expanding, highly skilled team that, together, is devoted to one common cause: telling powerful stories that are timeless, entertaining, and unforgettable."
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The 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is now the fastest car ever built by an American auto manufacturer.
At a test track in Germany, General Motors President Mark Reuss drove a 2025 Corvette ZR1 233 mph, setting a top speed record unrivalled by any current production car priced under $1 million.
The Corvette team set this two-way average speed on the northbound and southbound straightaways of the High-Speed Oval Track at ATP Automotive Testing Papenburg, in a recent test in Papenburg, Germany.
“Setting the top-speed record in the Corvette ZR1 is a true triumph for Corvette and for Chevrolet, and also an exhilarating, surreal experience for me personally,” said Reuss. “With the current generation’s switch to mid-engine, we knew the outstanding performance and balance made this a real possibility. To go over there and get it done is a testament to the power of ZR1, and to the incredibly talented team that developed and built it.”
The ZR1 features the most powerful V8 engine ever produced in America by an auto manufacturer. Corvette shifted to mid-engine architecture in 2020, unlocking new levels of performance and innovation.
Chevrolet engineers leveraged GM’s deep software, modeling, and hardware development knowledge to set a new speed benchmark for American automakers.
Facts about Corvette ZR1’s record-setting run:
The ZR1 coupe which set the record had a standard chassis and aero package, with a standard spoiler with short wicker, carbon fiber ground effects, Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires and aluminum wheels.
Chevrolet engineers developed Top Speed Mode, exclusively for closed course use, which adjusts chassis control systems for maximum speed.
The ZR1 reached 233 mph with the engine at redline in sixth gear.
During testing, including Reuss’s record run, an engineer was in the passenger seat analyzing data in real-time.
The 233-mph run was not a one-off performance. Five engineers and both ZR1 development cars onsite exceeded 230 mph across multiple runs.
Papenburg provided optimal conditions, such as temperature and air density, for a high-speed test. Chevrolet engineers have previously set top speeds for the sixth and seventh generation Corvette ZR1, and the sixth generation Camaro ZL1 at this facility.
The ZR1 is the fastest car GM has ever produced.
Corvette engineers on racetrack with two Corvettes
Members of the Corvette team, including General Motors President Mark Reuss on the track in Papenburg, Germany. Preproduction models shown. Actual production model may vary.
The 2025 Corvette ZR1 has the following features:
A 5.5L, twin-turbocharged LT7 DOHC flat-plane crank V8 engine
1,064 horsepower at 7,000 rpm and 828 lb-ft of torque at 6,000 rpm, per SAE guidelines — the most power ever from a factory Corvette and the most powerful V8 ever produced in America from an auto manufacturer
A GM-estimated sub-10-second quarter mile time1
Purposeful carbon fiber aero package creating over 1,200 pounds of downforce at top speed
A revival of one of the most iconic styles in Corvette history: the split rear window
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U.S. National Independent Laboratories Pricing Database 2024 Within All 50 States And Puerto Rico, Including All Core-Based Statistical Areas (Cbsas)
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(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) Dublin, Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "U.S. Independent Laboratories Pricing Database - National" database has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
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Sunrise Airways expands network with new flights to Grenada, St. Vincent, Tortola
According to the information, the air carrier will also be kicking off new services to Guadeloupe as part of this doctrine.
Tuesday, 15th October 2024
Sunrise Airways is all set to enhance its Eastern Caribbean services with new flights to Grenada, St Vincent and Tortola. Beginning from October 27, 2024, the airline will be launching these services as part of its ‘One Caribbean Doctrine’.
According to the information, the air carrier will also be kicking off new services to Guadeloupe as part of this doctrine.
It is being said that the phased rollout will kick off with Grenada, Guadeloupe and St Vincent flights followed by Tortola in December.
To celebrate these new services, the airline is also offering special fares starting at 159.00 USD one-way from Grenada to Antigua and 169.00 USD one-way from St Vincent to Antigua and Guadeloupe to Antigua.
The Chairman and the CEO of Sunrise Airways Philippe Bayard expressed his enthusiasm for this expansion as he highlighted on the airline’s successful entry into the region earlier this year. He said that the addition of these new services will mark another significant step forward in achieving the One Caribbean Vision for better connectivity with the region.
The CEO noted that the company is looking forward to the opportunity to serve travellers in the new destinations and to gain their trust.
He further mentioned that the rollout will take place in three phases with phase 1 beginning on October 27 with three weekly flights to Grenada and four weekly flights to St Vincent and Guadeloupe. The flights will be originating from Antigua with further connections available to St Kitts, Dominica and Saint Lucia.
Meanwhile, the phase 2 will be launched on December 2, 2024 with twice a week flights to Tortola, British Virgin Islands, coming from Antigua with continuing services to Santo Domingo. The airline said that connections will be available for passengers from St Kitts and Dominica.
The airline further mentioned that the final phase will begin on December 4, 2024 with twice a week direct services connecting Santo Domnigo, Dominican Republic with Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe.
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Naval Information Forces (NAVIFOR) is excited to announce the launch of its inaugural “Big Ideas Challenge,” a competition aimed at harnessing the innovative spirit of the Navy’s Information Warfare (IW) community.
This initiative invites all IW Sailors and government civilians to propose innovative solutions on current or future Naval challenges to maximize warfighting readiness.
Vice Adm. Mike Vernazza, commander of NAVIFOR and the Navy’s IBoss, emphasized the strategic importance of this initiative.
“Our more than 60,000 IW professionals across the Fleet are our asymmetric advantage – and their imagination and creativity are among their greatest strengths,” said Vernazza. “The Big Ideas Challenge gives our IW warriors a unique opportunity to propose innovative solutions to ensure maximum warfighting readiness.”
The Big Ideas Challenge will create a direct line for IW Sailors and civilians to present their innovative solutions and ideas directly to NAVIFOR’s leadership. Participants will have the opportunity to propose solutions in four key categories:
1. IW Readiness
2. IW Training
3. Advancing IW Warfighting Capabilities
4. IW Alignment and Integration (including business processes and process improvements).
The selection process involves three phases. Following the submission deadline of 17 January, a panel of Phase I judges will assess the submissions and select the top 10% to advance to Phase II. Phase II will involve a more detailed assessment, selecting the top two candidates from each category to present their ideas during “Pitch Day.” In this final phase, IBoss will judge the finalists and award one winner per category, resulting in potential implementation and collaboration with industry and academia.
NAVIFOR Deputy Commander Ms. Liz Nashold encouraged IW civilians to embrace this unique opportunity to lead, innovate, and excel.
"Civilians make up nearly a third of our information warriors across the Navy,” noted Nashold. “By bringing together all IW talent, we can harness diverse insights that drive innovation and strengthen our capabilities in an ever-evolving landscape. This Shark Tank-style competition embodies our commitment to fostering high performance teams capable of navigating the complexities of modern warfare. “
For more information about the Big Ideas Challenge and how to submit your proposal, please visit https://www.navifor.usff.navy.mil/About-Us/Big-Ideas-Challenge/. The deadline for submission is January 17, 2025.
NAVIFOR’s mission is to generate, directly and through our leadership of the IW Enterprise, agile and technically superior manned, trained, equipped, and certified combat-ready IW forces to ensure our Navy will decisively DETER, COMPETE, and WIN.
For more information on NAVIFOR, visit the command Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NavalInformationForces/ or the public web page at https://www.navifor.usff.navy.mil.
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Delta unveils sleek new look for cabins
By Marnie Hunter, CNN
(CNN) — Delta Air Lines is debuting a new look this fall, with sleek new cabin interiors on its narrowbody Boeing 757 aircraft that will eventually be applied across the carrier’s fleet.
The new navy and dark gray color palette, a departure from Delta’s brighter blue scheme, is in line with interior trends. Subtle red accents and lighting that “promotes relaxation” are part of the design overhaul, which comes just ahead of Delta’s centennial.
“As we embark on our next century of flying, this refreshed cabin interior infuses utility with beauty to create an atmosphere that feels fresh, elevated, and timeless while reflecting our customers’ evolving tastes and expectations,” said Mauricio Parise, vice president of customer experience design, in a news release.
The new cabins will debut on domestic and short haul international routes later this fall on Boeing 757s and then appear on widebody Airbus A350s in early 2025.
While the interiors are getting a full refresh, there will be “no change to seating configuration, size or space between seats,” a Delta spokesperson said in response to a question about those facets of cabin design.
Premium Delta One seating will feature breathable, wool-and-nylon blend fabric coverings, designed to better regulate temperature, and engineered leather headrests.
Memory foam cushions are part of the offering in Delta Premium Select and First Class as well as in economy seats on widebody aircraft. Main cabin seats feature engineered leather with red accents.
New lighting is designed to create a “calming onboard environment” that helps customers adjust to time zones.
“For boarding, we’ve focused on the ‘moment of deceleration’ — warm and inviting lighting that makes the cabin appear spacious and open. At mealtimes, we queue hues that feel like you’re at a candlelit dinner — making meals more natural and inviting,” said Parise.
“As the lights dim for sleep, we borrow from the sunset and slowly remove blue light while bringing in warm amber tones which are reminiscent of a sunset glow. When it’s time to wake up, the cabin slowly brightens into morning and daylight.”
Every aircraft in the fleet will eventually feature the new cabin design, Delta said.
“Our goal is to create a singular experience across our diverse fleet, not just a unique subset,” the airline said.
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The Nigeria’s foreign reserves has risen to US$39.12 billion, representing 12.74% increase as of October 11, 2024, from US$34.70 billion at the end June 2024, the Central Bank of Nigeria
(CBN) Governor, Yemi Cardoso, has said.
Cardoso, who stated this at an interface with the House of Representatives Committee on Banking, said the increase was driven largely by foreign capital inflows, receipts from crude oil related taxes and third parties.
The apex bank’s governor also told lawmakers that the foreign exchange reserves have grown significantly with remittance flows, currently representing 9.4 per cent of total external reserves.
Cardoso said the current external reserve position can finance over 12 months of import of goods and services, or 15 months of goods only.
“This is substantially higher than the prescribed international benchmark of 3.0 months, so reflecting a robust buffer against external shocks,” he said.
The CBN governor said inflation trended upward, driven largely by high food prices, cost of energy and legacy infrastructural challenges, but it commenced deceleration from 34.19% in June 2024 and to 33.40% in July 2024.
He said the moderation in inflation became more pronounced in August 2024, as headline inflation further eased to 32.15%, adding that it was largely attributed to monetary policy measures taken by the apex Bank.
“With aggressive monetary policy tightening coupled with robust monetary- fiscal policy coordination, inflation is expected to further trend downward in the near-to-medium term,” Cardoso said.
He said to combat inflation, the apex bank had fully reverted to orthodox monetary policy approach and implemented a comprehensive set of monetary policy measures.
According to him, these included, “raising the policy rate by 850 basis points to 27.25%, increasing Cash Reserve Ratios and normalising Open Market Operations as our primary liquidity management tool.
“In addition, we have adopted an Inflation-Targeting (IT) monetary policy framework as part of the Bank’s Enterprise Strategy (2024- 2028). The IT framework, widely adopted across various global economies, is renowned for its effectiveness in combating persistent inflation.
“These integrated measures are aimed at stabilizing prices, optimizing liquidity management, and engendering an effective monetary policy framework.
“Regarding the foreign exchange market, the the Bank implemented various reforms including a unification strategy, which streamlined various exchange rate windows into a single model, adopting the ‘Willing Buyer, Willing Seller’ approach to enhance FX liquidity and financial market stability.”
He said the bank’s recapitalisation policy has prompted commercial banks to strengthen their financial positions, a process expected to result in a more robust and resilient banking sector by March 2026.
Cardoso said the policy was expected to support the realisation of US$1 trillion economy by 2030.
“One of the key measures include the recapitalisation of the banking sector by raising the minimum capital base to support the $1 trillion economy envisioned by the Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) by 2030.
“Banks are required to meet these new thresholds by March 31, 2026, with several options available for reaching these targets.
“These options include issuing of new equities, engaging in mergers and acquisitions, or adjusting their operational licenses.”
In his remarks, the Chairman, House Committee on Banking Regulations, Hon. Mohammed Bello El-Rufai, commended the CBN governor for his relentless efforts in implementing policies aimed at stabilising the economy but harped on the need to do more to address the economic challenges of the country.
“Under your one-year stewardship, the CBN has implemented a series of ground- breaking measures aimed at enhancing market transparency, improving financial stability, fostering a more secure investment environment, and shifting towards a market-driven exchange rate regime, to restore confidence and stabilize the economy.
“On the exchange rate, I must commend the CBN on the unification of the foreign
exchange market, enhancing liquidity and reducing market distortions, dearing a $7 billion backlog of valid forex, reducing forex volatility, and increasing our external reserves significantly,” the lawmaker stated.
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BROOKLINE, Mass., Oct. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Newbury of Brookline, a Kisco Signature Living community, proudly announces a momentous collaboration with Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (HMFP). This collaboration brings world-class, on-site specialty healthcare services directly to residents of The Newbury, enhancing their overall health and wellness through exceptional convenience and care.
At the end of 2024, HMFP will establish and provide specialty care services at The Newbury, giving residents on-site access to physician-led care once a week. The service is available to all residents, offering them the convenience of receiving top-tier healthcare in the comfort of their home. This unique collaboration underscores the shared commitment between The Newbury and HMFP to promote the health and well-being of the community's residents.
"We are thrilled to collaborate with HMFP to provide convenient, on-site care," said Frances Bates, general manager of The Newbury of Brookline. "This collaboration is an extension of us delivering the exceptional care our residents deserve, all within the community they call home."
HMFP, one of New England's premier physician organizations, is renowned for its excellence in clinical care, education, and research. With over 2,200 providers, HMFP supports a broad range of healthcare services, promoting diversity, professional growth, and a balanced work-life environment. The collaboration with The Newbury of Brookline aligns with HMFP's mission to provide exceptional patient care while fostering innovation in healthcare delivery.
The Newbury of Brookline, set to open at the end of 2024, is located in the historic Fisher Hill neighborhood. As Kisco Senior Living's first community in Massachusetts, The Newbury combines elegant living with comprehensive care, offering independent and assisted living residences, as well as memory care suites. The community is also restoring the historic Mitton House, a mansion designed by world-renowned architects Robert A.M. Stern Architects (RAMSA).
Residents at The Newbury will enjoy all-inclusive services such as chef-prepared meals, personalized concierge offerings, and a robust calendar of life-enriching programs. Safety, comfort, and peace of mind are key pillars of the community, with a continuum of care that adapts to residents' evolving needs.
The collaboration with HMFP solidifies The Newbury of Brookline's commitment to offering an elevated living experience where quality healthcare, five-star hospitality, and elegant living intersect.
About The Newbury of Brookline
The Newbury of Brookline is a premier Kisco Signature Living community offering a continuum of care with independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Situated in the historic Fisher Hill neighborhood, The Newbury combines exceptional hospitality, personalized services, and a robust wellness-focused lifestyle.
About Kisco Signature Senior Living
Kisco Senior Living, headquartered in Carlsbad, California, manages 25 diverse senior communities in eight states and the District of Columbia. The company recently launched its Signature Communities portfolio, premium locations that offer enhanced hospitality and services. The Carnegie at Washingtonian Center in Gaithersburg, MD is the first of these in the Northeast, joining other noteworthy sites like Crestavilla in California and The Cardinal North Hills in North Carolina. With a history spanning over 30 years, Kisco's unique approach is now anchored in The Art of Living Well, a holistic wellness philosophy focusing on intellectual, physical, and emotional wellbeing. This programming offers residents a variety of tailored activities and resources to support a fulfilling, active lifestyle. For further information, call (760) 804-5900 or visit kiscosignature.com.
About Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (HMFP) is one of the largest physician organizations in New England. HMFP provides excellence in patient care, education, and research, and promotes inclusivity, career advancement, and work-life balance for its 2,200+ providers.
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This Floral, Frilly Bandeau Two-Piece Katie Austin Wore in Portugal Is a Cottagecore Dream
SI Swimsuit model Katie Austin made her debut with the franchise in 2021, through the Swim Search. She went on to co-win the open casting call and then was named co-Rookie of the Year in 2022 after her marvelous feature with James Macari in Montenegro. Last year, the fitness guru, who has cemented herself as a workout content creator, brought her contagious smile and radiant energy to the Dominican Republic for a fun and flirty Barbiecore-inspired feature. For the 2024 issue, which marked the publication’s 60th anniversary, the 31-year-old traveled to Portugal with Ben Watts.
With a backdrop of beautiful landscapes, lush greenery and dreamy riverfronts of Porto and the North, Austin stunned in a series of super cute and feminine cottagecore and balletcore outfits, including this sweet green floral set from Blackbough Swim.
Blackbough Swim Palmo Bandeau Top Nantucket, $55 and Candice Cheeky Ruffled Bottoms Nantucket, $55 (blackboughswim.com)
This pretty set features a ruched sweetheart-style bandeau top and high-leg hipster bottoms with a subtle lace trim, ruffled hem and dainty bow detail in the center. Each piece from the brand is made from 80% recycled materials, so you can feel good about your purchase.
Today, Austin has built her platform around sharing the most delicious, nutritious recipes and at-home exercise videos suitable for a variety of fitness levels. She is the creator of the Katie Austin App, home to more than 400 on-demand workouts, which she is constantly revamping in order to make healthy living effective and accessible for all. This year, the model, who tied the knot with longtime boyfriend Lane Armstrong in May, has been on sold-out live workout tours across the country.
“Rather than empowering girls, my goal with my platform is to show them the power they already have within themselves through movement and fuel. I love teaching my community how confident, strong and powerful a workout can make you feel. It can change your day around! Through my recipes, I try to teach my audience how cooking healthy can be realistic and delicious. Adding both exercise and good nutrients to your life can make you more positive, give you energy—that’s how I hope to empower," she explained. “My whole goal in life is to reach more women to make them feel their best self. I want to show everyone out there life is worth living to the fullest.”
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A 30-year-old Mutare woman has been arrested on allegations of severely assaulting her 10-month-old baby girl following a video which went viral over the weekend.
In the 20 second-long video, the Mutare woman is seen assaulting her baby girl with a stick, while ordering her to crawl. The baby who is facing downwards is also ordered to keep quiet as she cries helplessly. National police spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi said the assault took place at Temberere Village, Zimunya, in Mutare on Friday.
"The incident came to light after a disturbing video went viral on social media, showing the woman brutally attacking the child while ordering her to be quiet and forcing her to crawl."
In another video, following her arrest, she confessed to the offence and said that the father of her child was not paying maintenance.
The arrest comes after three other women from Nyanga were last week jailed in separate cases for physical abuse.
Police in Chivhu have arrested Omega Chemhere (21) in connection with a case of concealing the birth of a stillborn baby girl. Chemhere allegedly disposed of the body in a bin at a school in Chivhu on Wednesday last week.
Tinotenda Kutsanza (24) of Chigura Village under Chief Saunyama in Nyanga appeared before the Nyanga Magistrates' Court facing assault charges. She was sentenced to nine months in prison, of which three months were suspended for five years.
She will serve an effective six months in prison. In August Kutsanza and the complainant were seated in her kitchen when she poured boiling water on her. The complainant tried to run away but Kutsanza caught up with her and punched and kicked her. Another villager intervened and restrained Kutsanza. The complainant sustained burns on the right hand and breast.
In another case, two women aged 20 and 50 from Village 14A in Nyanga appeared in court on physical abuse charges. The two were sentenced to three months each in prison which were wholly suspended on condition that they perform 105 hours of community service each. On September 29, at around 8pm, the complainant aged 26 returned home from a three-day visit in Nyanga.
The women then called the complainant who is their in-law to the kitchen and asked her where she was coming from. The complainant explained her whereabouts and this escalated into a misunderstanding.
The two were not satisfied by her explanation and the 20-year-old woman went to the complainant's bedroom and started throwing her belongings outside. She then returned to the complainant and pushed her outside the kitchen, punched her in the face four times and kicked her while the other woman was holding her hands. She sustained injuries as a result of the assault.
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Nobody Wants This Creator Teases New Season 2 Details
In a new interview, creator Erin Foster shared tidbits about the show’s future.
For the last few weeks, the internet has been obsessed with the love story of “hot rabbi” Noah (Adam Brody) and agnostic podcaster Joanne (Kristen Bell) in Nobody Wants This. Fans have been dissecting the characters’ dynamic and trading theories about what could happen next, and since Netflix confirmed Season 2 last week, that’s only intensified.
In a new interview with The Hollywood Reporter, show creator Erin Foster revealed that the writer’s room is currently three weeks deep into creating the sophomore season.
“I kind of always operated with the hope of a Season 2,” she told the outlet. “In thinking of Season 2, I don’t want to break that system that we have in place,” she said. “I think we’ll pick up mostly more or less where we left off. Not the same night, but the same moment of, ‘So, what now? How do we do this?’”
Many fans have been asking for longer episodes, but Foster isn’t convinced. “I think it’s always better leaving people asking for more, instead of people wishing that there were less,” she said. “I’m pretty sure we’re only getting 10 episodes, which seems like a full season to me.”
As for the characters, Foster said Joanne’s future is still to be determined. The show drew from Foster’s experience converting to Judaism for love, but she told THR that Joanne might take a different path. “I’m not trying to dangle things and not give them to people,” she said.
Fans particularly loved the enemies-to-friends storyline between Noah and Joanne’s siblings — married dad Sasha (Timothy Simmons) and podcast co-host Morgan (Justine Lupe). One person summed up widespread feelings by captioning a fancam of the duo, “WE DONT GIVE A F*CK ABOUT PLATONIC FRIENDSHIPS WE WANT THEM TO CHEAT!!!”
But Foster shut down those hopes. “I think we’re going to wrap up their weird ‘Is it romantic?’ thing,” she told THR. “We want to see them together in Season 2, hanging out. ... I think we went down that road enough that now we’re going to pull back and reposition so we can have them all in scenes together without [Morgan] being like, a full homewrecker.”
With that being said, Foster said there’s another arc in the works for Morgan, approved by Lupe. “Justine came in and we pitched it to her and she was like, ‘This is my dream storyline.’”
She’s also keeping an eye on a potential Season 3. “We keep coming up with storylines and being like, ‘That’s for Season 3,” she added. “And we’re like, ‘Should we just make a board and pitch out Season 3 to them at the same time?’ Because we have ideas.”
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Japanese game company Bandai Namco is reportedly sending staff to “expulsion rooms” where they have nothing to do after a number of projects were canceled, including one said to be for Nintendo.
Bloomberg reported that Bandai Namco, which publishes the multi-million selling Elden Ring, Tekken 8, and, most recently, the three million-selling Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero, is cutting its workforce after canceling “several” games “due to lackluster demand.”
The report also alleges Bandai Namco is sending workers to "oidashi beya," or “expulsion rooms,” where they’re given nothing to do. This, Bloomberg alleged, is “putting pressure on them to leave voluntarily.”
According to the site, Bandai Namco Studios Inc. (the video game development division of Bandai Namco) has moved about 200 of its roughly 1,300 employees to expulsion rooms and nearly 100 have resigned, with more expected to leave in the coming months.
Japan has strict labor-protection laws that make it harder to cut staff than in other countries, such as the U.S. Expulsion rooms are therefore sometimes used by companies to drive staff to become so disheartened that they resign voluntarily, and thus are ineligible for severance they would normally receive had they been made redundant.
In a statement given to Bloomberg, Bandai Namco denied pressuring staff to leave voluntarily, but did confirm the cancelation of games in development, and revealed some employees are now waiting to work on their next project.
"Our decisions to discontinue games are based on comprehensive assessments of the situation,” Bandai Namco said. "Some employees may need to wait a certain amount of time before they are assigned their next project, but we do move forward with assignments as new projects emerge. There is no organization like an ‘oidashi beya’ at Bandai Namco Studios designed to pressure people to leave voluntarily."
Bloomberg reports that Bandai Namco has suffered financially in much the same way other video game companies have post-pandemic, with big losses coming from write-downs tied to game cancelations. It alleged that Bandai Namco has recently stopped development on games that feature characters from Naruto and One Piece, “as well as a project commissioned by Nintendo Co.” This mystery canceled Nintendo game was not named.
Bandai Namco Studios has for a number of years developed games for Nintendo, including exclusives Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Pokkén Tournament, and New Pokémon Snap. In November 2023, Bandai Namco announced the team it had set up to do contract development for Nintendo as Bandai Namco Studio 2 & Studio S, promising more to come.
On the studio’s new website, a statement read: “Bandai Namco Studio 2 & Studio S has been a studio specializing in contracted development projects. We have cooperated in the development of many world-class titles, such as Super Smash Bros, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and Mario Kart Tour.
“As a group of professionals who do not compromise on quality, we will continue to produce world-class titles in the future. We are looking forward to the participation of highly motivated creators.”
Wesley is the UK News Editor for IGN. Find him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach Wesley at wesley_yinpoole@ign.com or confidentially at wyp100@proton.me.
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Arne Slot may be enjoying a comparatively more limited role than his predecessor, Jurgen Klopp, at Liverpool.
However, that absolutely hasn’t stopped the 46-year-old from making Anfield his home and filling his backroom team with his allies from former club Feyenoord.
Other additions have been few and far between thus far, with Federico Chiesa signing from Juventus whilst Liverpool will be kept waiting on the summer 2025 arrival of Giorgi Mamardashvili.
Former Arne Slot ally Roderick van der Ham set for Liverpool switch
There’s good news aplenty for Liverpool boss Arne Slot in and around the international break.
Alexis Mac Allister looks fit and we’re currently sitting at the top of the Premier League table after taking a haul of 18 points from the 21 available at the start of the season.
Good things do come in threes it seems as Trey Nyoni also signed his first professional contract at Anfield – but we’ll get to that very shortly.
We’ve no doubt our Dutch head coach will feel emboldened by the impending arrival of former Feyenoord ally and video analyst, Roderick van der Ham.
1908.nl now report that the Reds have succeeded in attracting the Eredivisie employee to L4 where he’ll join recent colleagues Sipke Hulshoff and Ruben Peeters.
We’ll keep an eye out for official club confirmation on the matter, but if it helps Slot implement his messages to his new squad more cleanly and efficiently, we’re all for it.
Trey Nyoni signs new Liverpool contract – Arne Slot will be delighted
The former Leicester City prodigy (17) made quite the impression during our action-packed tour of the United States in pre-season.
Opportunities for first-team minutes since the summer, as one might have expected, have been somewhat limited. That said, Nyoni has undoubtedly continued to flourish in the youth ranks during the 2024/25 campaign.
With a number of top European clubs appearing quite happy to flog their young stars to within an inch of their life, we’re reassured to see Liverpool taking a more cautious approach with the teenager.
At 17 years of age, his time in the starting XI will no doubt come. In the meantime, however, patience and continued hard work will be the name of the game.
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Leading supplement provider Complement has just announced its largest sale of the year: offering up to 50 percent off its full range of science-backed nutrition products. The sale is taking place during the brand’s Plantapalooza All-Day Energy Summit, and offers its biggest discounts of the year.
The sale includes huge discounts on some of the brand’s most popular products, such as Complement Essential, Complement Creatine, and Daily Greens. These supplements provide essential vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients for optimal health and vitality. But you’ll have to be quick: the sale ends on October 22nd at 3:00 pm Eastern.
Many people criticize plant-based diets as lacking in some nutrients, but studies have shown that all diets – whether omnivorous or plant-based – can be low in certain vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients in today’s modern world.
A huge body of research has shown that wholefoods, plant-based diets offer significant health benefits. They feature an abundance of fiber, which meat-heavy diets often lack, as well as a wide range of other essential nutrients. Like with all diets, however, there are some nutrients that some vegans may want to consider supplementing. This is where Complement comes in.
Why Complement?
In an industry where misinformation, hidden formulas, and a lack of transparency are commonplace, Complement does it differently. All of its formulas are rigorously third-party tested for purity and potency, and it clearly labels its formulas right on the package. The supplements are perfect if you’ve been struggling with low energy, can’t seem to meet your daily greens goals, or add more powerful plant-based nutrients to your diet.
Complement is so confident their formulas will boost your health and energy levels, they back every single one with a 100-day, 100 percent Money-Back Guarantee.
That means that, if you try any of their formulas for a full 100 days (that’s more than three months!), and you aren’t blown away by how much healthier you feel, you just need to contact them for a full refund – no questions asked.
With a focus on transparency and quality, Complement has become a trusted brand for plant-based eaters looking to enhance their health and nutrition.
The Products
Complement’s flagship product, Essential, is a carefully formulated multinutrient that delivers eight harder-to-get nutrients in plant-based diets. These are vitamin B12, omega-3s (DHA and EPA), vitamin D3, vitamin K2, iodine, plus essential minerals like magnesium, selenium, and zinc. Complement Essential has been specifically tailored for plant-based eaters. These nutrients are crucial for maintaining brain and bone health, contributing to normal functioning of the immune system, and supporting long-term wellness.
For those looking to improve their energy and muscle retention, Complement Creatine offers a pure creatine monohydrate option. Creatine, often associated with athletic performance, also supports brain function, muscle mass retention, and bone strength. In fact, the latest research shows creatine as an important tool for longevity. Creatine is one of the most used and studied nutrition supplements ever, and studies have even linked it to improved measures of memory.
Another standout product in the lineup is Daily Greens, a superfood powder packed with nutrient-dense greens to help boost energy and improve immunity. With 50 percent of daily iron needs per serving, it’s an excellent option for plant-based eaters who may struggle to get sufficient iron through their diet alone.
Limited-Time Savings
The Complement Plantapalooza sale offers discounts of up to 50 percent off all products – but you’ll need to act fast! This sale marks the company’s biggest event of the year and will end on October 22nd at 3:00 pm Eastern.
With its blend of quality, transparency, and customer-friendly policies, Complement has quickly become a go-to brand for those seeking reliable plant-based supplements. Whether you’re looking to fill nutritional gaps, boost your energy, or support long-term health, Complement’s products offer an accessible, science-backed solution.
For more information and to take advantage of the sale, visit Complement’s website before the offer ends.
Please always consult a healthcare professional if you have specific questions about what supplements are right for you.
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9:42 AM – Tuesday, October 15, 2024
A cop has been killed and four others were left wounded after a terrorist attack took place in central Israel on Tuesday.
The shooter, Muhammad Dardouna, who is a Palestinian from the Gaza Strip who lived in Judea and Samaria in recent years, was killed at the scene by an armed citizen, according to National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Givr.
According to initial reports, the shootings took place in two locations on Highway 4 near Yavne, between Ashdod and Tel Aviv.
Assuta Medical Center stated that it was treating one person who was moderately hurt by pieces of his car window that were shattered by gunfire, as two others suffered mild injuries.
Magen David Adom and United Hatzalah emergency rescue volunteers were on the scene of the attack providing initial treatment to the wounded.
The officer was critically wounded at the Yavne interchange, according to Magen David Adom.
He was taken to Assuta Hospital in Ashdod, where he was later pronounced dead.
The victim was identified by the Israel Police as First Sgt. Adir Kadosh from Tel Aviv. He was killed a month before he was set to get married.
“Adir joined the police in 2013 following his military service in the Border Police,” the police said in a statement.
Roadblocks were set up as police began searches in the area to locate any additional wounded or more suspects.
The man who killed the terrorist was an Magen David Adom volunteer who was driving through the area when the attack began. He exited his vehicle and immediately shot the terrorist.
“I was driving and noticed a person with a weapon standing on the road. At first, I thought he was a police officer, then shots were fired at me. I ducked and then jumped out of the vehicle, drew my gun, and shot him. I feel like I fulfilled my civic duty,” he said.
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The S&P/TSX Information Technology Capped Index, which tracks the leading Canadian tech stocks, is trending higher. So far this year, the index has climbed over 20%. Moreover, it jumped by nearly 39% over the past year. Further, it delivered a whopping 134% return in the last five years.
While the Canadian IT index has gained substantially, growing demand for transformative technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation could continue to act as a catalyst for Canadian tech stocks.
With this background, let’s look at three no-brainer Canadian stocks from the tech sector to buy now with $1,000. These fundamentally strong stocks are poised to deliver above-average returns.
Tech stock #1
Celestica (TSX:CLS) is a compelling investment for Canadians looking to capitalize on the booming AI sector. Shares of the design, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions provider have gained over 123% year-to-date and are up about 659% in three years. Despite this massive rally, the momentum in its business will likely sustain, driving its share price higher.
Celestica will likely benefit from growing investment in data centre infrastructure. Celestica’s Connectivity & Cloud Solutions (CCS) division is poised for substantial growth as demand for its hardware solutions increases. This division focuses on the communications and enterprise sectors, offering next-generation storage, server, and communications products crucial for scaling AI operations.
Celestica’s advancements in the networking area further bolster its prospects. The company is experiencing growing demand for its 400G and 800G switch products, catering to the evolving needs of high-performance computing environments. Moreover, Celestica’s Aerospace and Defence segment is gaining traction alongside a recovering industrial business. All these factors will likely drive Celestica’s financials and share price.
Tech stock #2
Within the technology sector, Canadians could consider buying Shopify (TSX:SHOP) stock to capitalize on the digital shift. Shopify offers an omnichannel commerce platform and is well-positioned to benefit from the growing shift toward multi-channel selling platforms.
Key factors supporting Shopify’s growth include its unified commerce solutions, focus on growing gross merchandise volume (GMV) and gross payments volume (GPV), innovative products, and expansion of merchant base, which will likely support its stock. It’s worth noting that Shopify Payments’ penetration was 61% in the second quarter (Q2) of 2024 while Shop Pay handled $16 billion in GMV, up 45% year-over-year.
Looking ahead, Shopify is expanding its payment solutions internationally, increasing its presence in the enterprise space, and tapping into offline and business-to-business (B2B) channels. These efforts will likely drive higher GMV and GPV, increase merchant adoption, and strengthen Shopify’s ecosystem.
Shopify is investing in AI to enhance its platform and services. Moreover, the company is transitioning to an asset-light business model, which will help deliver sustainable earnings in the long term and support its share price.
Tech stock #3
Docebo (TSX:DCBO) is another compelling stock in the tech space. This small-cap software company offers a cloud-based e-learning platform for enterprises and the government sector. Its AI-powered platform and ability to consistently expand its active user base position it well to deliver solid financials, which will drive its stock.
The company’s recurring subscription revenue is growing at a solid double-digit rate. Moreover, its average contract value is also expanding. Further, an increased number of Docebo’s customers are adopting its multi-year contracts. These factors are likely to add stability to its operations and support its growth.
Docebo is expanding into new industries and government sectors and focusing on new product launches. These moves are likely to broaden its addressable market and help defend and grow its market share.
Overall, Docebo’s growing customer base, higher average revenue per user, new product launches, acquisitions, and focus on improving operating leverage augur well for future growth.
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Sales rise 42.99% to Rs 4.49 crore
Net profit of DMR Hydroengineering & Infrastructures rose 22.95% to Rs 0.75 crore in the quarter ended September 2024 as against Rs 0.61 crore during the previous quarter ended September 2023. Sales rose 42.99% to Rs 4.49 crore in the quarter ended September 2024 as against Rs 3.14 crore during the previous quarter ended September 2023. ParticularsQuarter EndedSep. 2024Sep. 2023% Var.Sales4.493.14 43 OPM %21.8326.75 -PBDT1.100.85 29 PBT1.010.74 36 NP0.750.61 23Powered by Capital Market - Live News
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The reformed Linkin Park is coheadlining the 2025 Sick New World festival, taking place April 12 in Las Vegas.
The "Numb" outfit, which announced their return in September with new vocalist Emily Armstrong in place of the late Chester Bennington, leads the bill alongside the previously announced Metallica.
The bill also includes Queens of the Stone Age, AFI, Evanescence, 311, Gojira, Three Days Grace, The Flaming Lips, Daron Malakian and Scars on Broadway, Down, Mastodon, Kittie, The Hives, Refused, The Sisters of Mercy and Underoath.
Registration is open now for a presale beginning Friday at 10 a.m. PT. For the full lineup and all ticket info, visit SickNewWorldFest.com.
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LVMH sales fall 3% as China demand for luxury goods worsens
Fashion and leather goods division sees 5% sales decline
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By Mimosa Spencer and Dominique Patton
PARIS, Oct 15 (Reuters) - French luxury giant LVMH reported a 3% fall in third-quarter sales on Tuesday, undershooting estimates in its first decline in quarterly sales since the pandemic as demand in China and Japan weakened, likely exacerbating investor worries.
The world's biggest luxury group generated 19.08 billion euros ($20.8 billion) in revenue for the three months ending in September, a 3% fall on an organic basis, stripping out the effect of currencies, acquisitions and divestitures.
The figure missed a consensus estimate of 2% organic growth cited by Barclays.
The group "badly" undershot expectations, with "misses across the board," said Luca Solca, an analyst at Bernstein.
The sales report, the first of the quarter from the large luxury companies, comes after a rollercoaster for luxury stocks in recent weeks, as stimulus measures in China briefly fueled hopes of a recovery.
Chinese consumer confidence has slumped to the all-time lows of the COVID-19 era, LVMH Chief Financial Officer Jean-Jacques Guiony said on an analyst call, though he added that the company still believed in the future of the market.
The LVMH sales, and a bigger decline at smaller Italian firm Ferragamo, will do little to steady the market.
"LVMH being the sector proxy for many, this print will inevitably cause more short-term volatility," said Flavio Cereda, co-manager of GAM's Luxury Brands investment strategy, a fund that owns shares in luxury stocks.
FASHION, LEATHER GOODS SALES UNDERSHOOT FORECASTS
The fashion and leather goods division, home to Louis Vuitton and Dior labels, reported a sales decline of 5%, well below consensus expectations for 4% growth, and the first fall for the business since 2020.
"The fashion division saw slight improvement with Europeans and Americans but worse performance with Chinese and Japanese," Guiony said.
Fashion and leather goods comprise almost half of LVMH revenue and nearly three-quarters of its recurring profit.
In Asia - excluding Japan - of which the Chinese market is a dominant share, the sales decline worsened to a 16% slide from a 14% drop in the prior quarter.
A post-pandemic spending spree lost momentum last year, and China's property crisis has weighed on shoppers' confidence. Hopes that government stimulus measures could quickly reignite enthusiasm for high-end merchandise have yet to be fulfilled.
In Japan, LVMH said growth sharply slowed to 20% from the previous quarter's 57% jump due to a stronger yen.
The results will likely be viewed negatively by the market, said Piral Dadhania, an analyst with RBC, noting they indicated a "more pronounced slowdown than expected."
UBS has predicted that the third quarter will be the worst for the sector in four years, with a 1% decline in organic sales year-on-year.
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(Reporting by Mimosa Spencer; Editing by Emelia Sithole-Matarise)
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BY Miriam Furman
Rabbi Dov Linzer and Abigail Pogrebin, co-authors of the new book It Takes Two to Torah, are coming to Temple Beth Sholom on Oct. 21 to discuss why insights from all types of Jews can help us truly understand the Jewish Bible.
Temple Beth Sholom is located at 401 Roslyn Rd, Roslyn Heights. The talk will begin at 8 p.m.
Their candid and humorous presentation is part of the Festival of Sukkot Celebration at the temple, highlighting the importance of the Jewish community coming together as one people.
Dessert will follow in the temple sukkah, weather permitting.
There is no charge for this event. However, donations of potatoes, bagged lettuce, onions, and carrots for the Sid Jacobson Jewish Community Center Community Needs Bank would be appreciated and collected that evening.
Please register in advance on the temple’s website to attend at https://tbsroslyn.org/event/sukkot- celebration/. The book may also be pre-ordered on the website. The temple’s main office can be reached at 516-621-2288 or by emailing mainoffice@tbsroslyn.org
Miriam Furman is the publicity chair for Temple Beth Sholom.
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Kano South Senator, Kawu Sumaila, has alleged that many members of the National Assembly engaged in drug abuse while carrying out their official duties.
Mr Sumaila said this during plenary on Tuesday while contributing to the debate on a Bill to establish the National Institute for Drug Awareness and Rehabilitation..
The senator specifically said most of his colleagues possessed hard drugs and kept them in their various constituency offices and homes.
He also claimed that majority of the senators have ties with drug dealers
“As I am speaking now, most of our offices in our constituencies, most of our political offices in our constituencies, most of our houses, when you go there, you will find out that there is a mountain of drugs and there are drug dealers in our offices and in our houses. All in our houses,” he said.
Mr Sumaila, a member of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), also said he knows some senior politicians who are supporting drug dealers in the illegal business.
“I can take you to some of the political leaders who are in so many ways contributing or supporting drug abusers in Nigeria. Therefore, Mr. President, we need to be serious.
“If we are talking, we need to understand, we are all one here. We need to fight it from our own side. We need to be serious. Let us go to the test and see who and who are not,” he said.
Encouraging drug abuse during campaign
Mr Sumaila dared his colleagues to swear with the Qur’an and the Bible that they didn’t encourage drug abuse when they were campaigning for election.
“Let us ask ourselves during our campaign, what are we doing with the so-called youth? How many of us can swear with Qur’an or Bible that in any way they are not supporting drug abusers in their constituency?
“I am happy if all of us can swear with Holy Qur’an that they are not in any way in support of drug abusers or encouraging the youths in their constituency to take drugs because they are political,” added.
Going for drug test before contesting elections
The senator also recommended conducting drug tests for politicians before contesting elections and assuming political positions.
“And, Mr. President, we need…whether we are allowing this bill to continue to have an agency or we are strengthening NDLEA, we need to create a situation where before contesting elections, or before taking a debate, at whatever in government, at government level, you must go for a drug test.”
Collaboration needed
The senator said the country will not achieve the essence of the bill until the upper chamber collaborates with relevant stakeholders to stop drug abuse in the country.
“Mr. President, there is one aspect which we need to look into. Whether we created this agency, whether we strengthen the activities of NDLEA, we need to do something. We, as politicians, we, as leaders in this country, we, as stakeholders, we need to do a lot.
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“We all believe that religiously, both Islam and Christianity, even in our traditional religion, drugs-related abuse or drug abuse is prohibited. But, who and who are encouraging and who and who are supporting it?
“Mr. President, we cannot achieve the result, we cannot achieve the intent of this bill unless and until we all agree that we will put our heads together with relevant stakeholders to stop drug abuse in Nigeria,” Mr Sumaila added.
Responding, the Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin, who presided over the plenary ruled Mr Sumaila out of order saying the comment was not relevant to the debate on the bill.
“Order 56. Debate upon any motion, bill or amendment shall be relevant to such motion.
“While we are speaking, while we are contributing, our contribution should be relevant to the subject matter. In this case, your contribution is not relevant to the subject matter. I therefore rule out of order,” the deputy senate president, who represents Kano North, said.
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From the inconvenient race times to astronomical ticket prices, the dedication of the American Formula 1 fanbase knows no bounds. Vice President Kamala Harris counts herself among the millions waking up early to tune into the globe-trotting world championship. The Democratic nominee for President appeared on the Howard Stern Show this week, where the radio host asked about her love for F1.
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Phillies sign manager Rob Thomson to 1-year extension after three straight trips to playoffs
Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski said Tuesday the entire coaching staff will return next season.
The Philadelphia Phillies signed manager Rob Thomson to a one-year contract extension through the 2026 season after he led the team to three straight trips to the playoffs.
The 61-year-old Thomson guided the Phillies to the 2022 World Series and the 2023 National League Championship Series and led them this season to their first NL East title since 2011. The Phillies were eliminated in four games by the New York Mets in the National League Division Series.
Thomson’s .575 winning percentage is the best for any manager in franchise history. His contract was set to expire after the 2025 season.
“Year by year is good with me,” Thomson said Tuesday of the extension. “I’ve mentioned many times this is the only place I want to be. This will be my last stop.”
Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski said the entire coaching staff — which includes polarizing hitting coach Kevin Long — will return next season, as well.
“Many managers will say it, but I truly believe we have the best coaching staff in baseball,” Thomson said.
Coming off a 95-67 season, Dombrowski made clear he was happy with the direction of the team under the manager affectionately known by his players as Topper.
“I think we have a good coaching staff, primarily,” Dombrowski said during Tuesday’s announcement. “They do a very efficient job. They did lead us to 95 wins.”
Thomson has a 280-155 record since the veteran bench coach replaced Joe Girardi as Phillies manager on June 3, 2022.
Dombrowski said it was important for the team not to enter the 2026 season with a lame-duck manager.
“He’s done a good job for us, been a very successful manager,” Dombrowski said. “There’s been very few clubs in baseball that have made the postseason three years in a row. He has done that. We’ve been a very good club under his guidance. It’s also one where I think stability in the manager’s spot, I don’t think going into the manager’s last year is ever good situation to be in, if you can prevent that from happening. He deserves the extension in that regard.”
Thomson has been with the club since the 2018 season when he was first hired as bench coach under former manager Gabe Kapler.
He spent 28 years as a member of the New York Yankees organization (1990-2017), including 10 seasons on the major league coaching staff as bench coach (2008, 2015-17) and third base coach (2009-14).
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(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) Model grand opening event on Saturday, Oct. 19 showcases exceptional architectural designs and stunning Texas Hill Country views in a master-planned community just 25 minutes west of Austin
DRIPPING SPRINGS, Texas, Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Toll Brothers, Inc . (NYSE:TOL), the nation's leading builder of luxury homes, today announced the grand opening of its model home at Toll Brothers at Headwaters , a new community of single-family homes in Dripping Springs, Texas. The community brings distinctive new home designs on greenbelt home sites with stunning Texas Hill Country vistas to the resort-style master-planned community of Headwaters, located just 25 minutes west of Austin.
Toll Brothers is hosting a grand opening celebration of the model home this Saturday, October 19 from noon – 3 p.m. at 213 Hazy Hills Loop in Dripping Springs. The highly anticipated Pecos model home features innovative architecture and stunning interiors, showcasing the perfect blend of luxury and Texas Hill Country contemporary design. Prospective home buyers are invited to visit the community and tour the professionally decorated model home, quick move-in homes, and community amenities. The grand opening celebration will feature light fare, local wine tastings, sweet treats, and more.
“We are excited to introduce our new model home at Toll Brothers at Headwaters, a new luxury community offering two collections of new homes, each situated on a greenbelt with stunning tree-lined views of the Texas Hill Country,” said Brandon Cooper, Division President of Toll Brothers in Austin.“The community provides our home buyers with distinctive design, an array of personalization options, and access to the resort-style amenities of this established master plan.”
Toll Brothers at Headwaters offers one- and two-story single-family home designs ranging from 1,900 to 3,560+ square feet with 3 to 6 bedrooms. The two new home collections feature spacious, open-concept floor plans and unrivaled options for personalization. The homes at Toll Brothers at Headwaters start in the mid-$500,000s.
Situated in the highly acclaimed Headwaters masterplan, residents will have access to resort-style amenities, including over 1,000 acres of open green space with numerous community parks and trails as well as Headwaters Central-the master plan's central hub showcasing stunning views-with a clubhouse and outdoor pool, fitness center, Wi-Fi café, and more. The community is within the prestigious Dripping Springs Independent School District.
The scenic location provides residents with shopping, dining, and entertainment opportunities in Dripping Springs, as well as ample recreational options including hiking, biking, and golf. This community is just 25 minutes west of Austin.
Home buyers will experience one-stop shopping at the Toll Brothers Design Studio in Cedar Park. The state-of-the-art Design Studio allows home buyers to choose from a wide array of selections to personalize their dream home with the assistance of Toll Brothers professional Design Consultants.
Quick move-in homes and move-in ready homes with Designer Appointed Features are also available in the community.
For more information and to attend the grand opening event of the Toll Brothers at Headwaters model home, call 833-405-8655 or visit TollBrothersatHeadwaters.com .
About Toll Brothers
Toll Brothers, Inc., a Fortune 500 Company, is the nation's leading builder of luxury homes. The Company was founded 57 years ago in 1967 and became a public company in 1986. Its common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol“TOL.” The Company serves first-time, move-up, empty-nester, active-adult, and second-home buyers, as well as urban and suburban renters. Toll Brothers builds in over 60 markets in 24 states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and Washington, as well as in the District of Columbia. The Company operates its own architectural, engineering, mortgage, title, land development, smart home technology, and landscape subsidiaries. The Company also develops master-planned and golf course communities as well as operates its own lumber distribution, house component assembly, and manufacturing operations.
In 2024, Toll Brothers marked 10 years in a row being named to the Fortune World's Most Admired CompaniesTM list and the Company's Chairman and CEO Douglas C. Yearley, Jr. was named one of 25 Top CEOs by Barron's magazine. Toll Brothers has also been named Builder of the Year by Builder magazine and is the first two-time recipient of Builder of the Year from Professional Builder magazine. For more information visit .
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FORT KNOX, Ky. – The remains of U.S. Army Sgt. Kester B. Hardman, a Soldier killed during the Korean War, will be interred Oct. 12 at Hardman Chapel Cemetery, Smithville, West Virginia. Raiguel Funeral Home, Harrisville, West Virginia, will perform graveside services preceding the interment.
A native of Smithville, Hardman was assigned to M Company, 3rd Battalion, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division. He was reported missing in action December 1950 after his unit engaged in intensive combat actions in the vicinity of Sunchon, Democratic People’s Republic of Korea. According to historical documents, Hardman died a prisoner of war in the spring of 1951, at age 22, at POW Camp 5, on the Pyoktong Peninsula.
He was accounted for by the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency May 2, 2024, after his remains were exhumed in July 2018 from the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific - also known as the Punchbowl - Honolulu, Hawaii, for laboratory analysis and identification.
The Past Conflict Repatriations Branch, under the Army Casualty and Mortuary Affairs Operations Division at the U.S. Army Human Resources Command, Fort Knox, Kentucky, plays a key role in the process of locating Family members of missing Soldiers from WWII, the Korean and Vietnam Wars.
The process begins with locating the Family member most closely related to the missing Soldier, known as the primary next of kin, followed by a request for Family reference samples or DNA, which are used as a main source in identifying remains.
Once a Soldier has been identified by the Armed Forces Medical Examiner, the PCRB notifies and briefs the Family about the results of historical, forensic and DNA reports, benefits and the mortuary process including burial with full military honors.
For additional information about Sgt. Hardman go to: https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/Press-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/3808904/soldier-accounted-for-from-korean-war-hardman-k/
Media interested in covering and/or obtaining more information about the funeral and interment should contact the Army Casualty Office at (800) 892-2490 and/or Raiguel Funeral Home, 304-643-2913.
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Dominica boosts ties with Netherlands, PM Skerrit welcomes new Dutch Ambassador Cornelis Hersbach
Before this meeting, the Ambassador presented his credentials to the President of Dominica, Sylvanie Burton.
Tuesday, 15th October 2024
Dominica: Prime Minister Dr Roosevelt Skerrit, on Monday, welcomed the newly appointed Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to the Commonwealth of Dominica, Cornelis Hersbach. The visit aimed at welcoming the new Ambassador and discussing bilateral ties between Dominica and the Netherlands.
Before this meeting, the Ambassador presented his credentials to the President of Dominica, Sylvanie Burton.
PM Skerrit said that the meeting was very significant and he expressed his gratitude to Ambassador Hersbach for the huge support extended to Dominica following Tropical Storm Erika and Hurricane Maria. He further reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening the relationship between the two countries.
The meeting was also attended by Minister for Finance, Economic Development, Climate Resilience and Social Security, Dr Irving McIntyre and Permanent Secretary in the Office of the Prime Minister Missi Henderson.
This was the Ambassador’s first courtesy call to Dominica since his appointment as the Ambassador of the Netherlands.
The meeting allowed both the leaders to discuss enhanced collaboration between Netherlands and Dominica and ways to forge bilateral ties. PM Skerrit also expressed his willingness to work with the Ambassador on various fronts, making the relationship between the two countries more robust than ever and allowing them for increased cooperation in various fields.
Notably, Dominica and Netherlands have a relationship that involves working together on significant issues such as climate change and regional security. Netherlands has also offered its expertise to the small island of Dominica in areas such as sustainable agriculture and geothermal energy.
In 2022, Netherlands exported a total of $215 million to Dominica, while the island nation exported $342 to Netherlands, benefiting each other in various fields. Not only this, but Netherlands also helps Dominica in times of need. It provided air and shipping lifts to the island in 2017 following huge destruction by Category five Hurricane Maria.
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BRUSSELS/FRANKFURT/PARIS (dpa-AFX) - European stocks closed lower on Tuesday, weighed down by losses in the energy sector as oil prices tumbled. Investors also digested a slew of economic data from the region, and looked ahead to the European Central Bank's monetary policy announcement due later in the week. Middle East tensions weighed as well on sentiment.
The pan European Stoxx 600 fell 0.8%. The U.K.'s FTSE 100 dropped 0.52%, Germany's DAX edged down 0.11%, and France's CAC 40 declined 1.05%, while Switzerland's SMI closed down 0.33%.
Among other markets in Europe, Austria, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal and Sweden ended weak.
Belgium, Greece, Ireland, Russia, Spain and Turkiye closed higher.
In the UK market, Antofagasta, Glencore, BP, Spirax Group, Croda International, Entain, Anglo American Plc, Shell, Mondi and Prudential ended down 3 to 5%.
Scottish Mortgage, Standard Chartered, Melrose Industries, Rio Tinto, Halma, ICP, Centrica, Rentokil Initial and HSBC Holdings also ended notably lower.
IAG climbed more than 4%. Persimmon closed higher by 3.8%. EasyJet, Barratt Developments, JD Sports Fashion, Taylor Wimpey, United Utilities, Hikma Pharmaceuticals, Relx, Convatec Group, Beazley, Berkeley Group Holdings, SSE, British Land, Hiscox, Severn Trent, Admiral Group and Marks & Spencer ended notably higher.
In the German market, Siemens Energy dropped about 4%. Deutsche Bank ended down 2.6% after reports of the sale of some 16 million shares in the German bank priced at 16.01 euros ($17.43) per share.
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Shares of Swedish telecom major LM Ericsson shares zoomed 10.8% after the company reported a profit in its third quarter, compared to prior year's loss.
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The much-talked-about Lagos State LMRT Red Line will begin commercial operations this Tuesday, October 15, after official unveiling by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.
Speaking on the project via his verified social media handles, the governor said this is the second rail system to become operational in less than two years in the state, asking Lagosians to protect the infrastructure as their commonwealth.
The 27-kilometre Red Line has eight stations at Oyingbo, Yaba, Mushin, Oshodi, Ikeja, Agege, Iju, and Agbado areas of Lagos.
The metro train service is projected to transport about 500,000 residents and visitors daily as the schedule is increased, providing a viable means of commuting.
Announcing the development in a post on Facebook on Tuesday, Governor Sanwo-Olu wrote, “Dear Lagosians, Today marks the launch of commercial operations of the LMRT Red Line, kicking off passenger services from Agbado to Oyingbo.
“We’re on a mission to keep Lagos moving, and the Red Line is a key part of our vision to create a seamlessly connected city. It is also our second rail system to become operational in less than two years.
“Spanning 27 kilometers, the Red Line has eight stations at Oyingbo, Yaba, Mushin, Oshodi, Ikeja, Agege, Iju, and Agbado. The train service is projected to move about 500,000 Lagosians daily as we ramp up the train schedule and provide a viable means of commuting.
“Daily passenger services will depart from Agbado at 6:00 AM, with the second train leaving Iju Station at 7:30 AM. Make sure you have your Cowry Card ready to board.
“Just as with the Blue Line and any other public infrastructure, remember that this project belongs to all of us. Let’s treat it with the respect it deserves. Vandalism or disruptions will not be tolerated—together, we can ensure that our trains remain a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.”
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