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Baltic Horizon Fund Publishes Its NAV For September 2024
Date
10/15/2024 11:45:58 AM
(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) The net asset value (NAV) per unit of the Baltic Horizon Fund (the Fund) amounted to EUR 0.7099 at the end of September 2024 (0.8011 as of 31 August 2024). The month-end total net asset value of the Fund was EUR 101.9 million (EUR 95.8 million as of 31 August 2024). The EPRA NRV as of 30 September 2024 stood at EUR 0.7510 per unit.
In September 2024, the Baltic Horizon Fund successfully completed the private placement and issued 23,927,085 new units corresponding to a gross value of EUR 6.29 million.
In September 2024, the consolidated net rental income of the Fund remained at the level of EUR 1.0 million (EUR 1.0 million in August 2024).
At the end of September 2024, the Fund's consolidated cash and cash equivalents amounted to EUR 10.0 million (31 August 2024: EUR 3.9 million). As of 30 September 2024, the total consolidated assets of the Fund were EUR 256.8 million (31 August 2024: EUR 249.8 million).
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How fashion designer Ilenia Durazzi designed her ‘elegant, rigorous’ Milanese studio – all the way down to the furniture
Ilenia Durazzi of Durazzi Milano tells Wallpaper* the story behind her new Milanese studio, a labour of love built entirely to her exacting design
Despite a brief three years in business, Italian fashion label Durazzi Milano has cultivated a mood of polish and refinement that belies its status as a so-called emerging brand, a term that more often evokes the scrappy and the DIY. This is largely down to the pedigree of the designer behind it, Ilenia Durazzi, a graduate of Florence’s Polimoda fashion school who went on to work at Maison Margiela, Balenciaga and Tod’s, and comes with aspirations of building a brand that sits alongside the likes of Hermès in construction and design.
‘Working for the great maisons in Paris has developed my skills to follow a very strict schedule. Then, through experience, I've learned the art of prioritising, and I don't panic, ever,’ she told Wallpaper* in 2023, when we first profiled Durazzi Milano as a brand to watch. Inspired by Rationalism, her collections marry a mood of sensual elegance with the practicality of equestrian-wear, a particular love of Durazzi’s. Each piece in the collection is meticulous crafted through collaborations with traditional Italian artisans, though the results are sleekly contemporary. ‘Elegance and rigour. This is the cornerstone of the style I want to convey with my creations.’
Inside Durazzi Milano’s ‘elegant, rigorous’ studio
Now, Durazzi brings this exacting approach to a new multi-purpose studio and headquarters in Milan, marking a new chapter for the label. Located on Via via Rosolino Pilo close to Porta Venezia, an area of the city historically known for its links to craft – traditionally it was a place of woodmakers, cobblers and potters – it has more recently becomes one of the Milan’s artistic hubs, with a slew of gallery openings. ‘I like the idea that our studio is in a place where things happen, a place of creativity, where there’s a mix of people,’ says Durazzi, noting that after work the neighbourhood has a thriving nightlife scene. ‘The street is very alive, that’s why we chose it.’
Formerly a space where people played the ball-game petanque, before becoming a repair shop for bicycle saddles, and most recently a restaurant, the industrial space has been completely transformed by Durazzi into a sleek, light-filled studio with grey concrete or white plaster walls, a microcement resin floor, glass walls and steel accents. Lighting comes from hidden neon lights, while storage space – like wardrobes – has been cleverly built into the walls. ‘It’s industrial, but refined,’ she says. Meanwhile, a winter garden that is on show through the glass walls – featuring ferns, bamboo, eucalyptus and stipa – makes for a satisfying interplay between indoor and outdoor. ‘You can really escape from the city.’
Durazzi designed the space herself, despite having no background in architecture or interiors. ‘I'm not an architect, but I think inside of me there is this dialogue between geometry and functionality,’ she says. ‘Doing this really helped me realise what Durazzi Milano is. I’m defining it season by season – we are learning who we are. Not only the garments, but a lifestyle, a more wide-angled view of the brand.’
She also plans to utilise the space as a community arts hub, using the street-facing space at the front of the studio as a gallery for artists’ work, as well as hosting a roster of eveningtime events and salon-style happenings (a programme is already in the works, as well as a possible collaboration with one of the city’s more long-founded institutions). ‘I always imagined the studio more as a gallery space,’ she says. ‘I wanted to link the people who are wearing my clothes... for it to be like a connected circle. And sometimes I wished for something to do after work, so I thought, I’m going to make it.’
The desire to create something that should exist, but doesn’t yet, lies at the heart of the Durazzi’s approach to the space. It is why she designed her own furniture, much of which is modular, and can be moved around the space on cleverly concealed wheels, rather than selecting from the roster of Italian design classics you might expect in a typical Milanese studio. ‘I wanted to design for 2024, and not just pick out a vintage piece of design,’ she says. ‘I think to think for the future, you really have to be the future.’
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Jack Moss is the Fashion Features Editor at Wallpaper*, joining the team in 2022. Having previously been the digital features editor at AnOther and digital editor at 10 and 10 Men magazines, he has also contributed to titles including i-D, Dazed, 10 Magazine, Mr Porter’s The Journal and more, while also featuring in Dazed: 32 Years Confused: The Covers, published by Rizzoli. He is particularly interested in the moments when fashion intersects with other creative disciplines – notably art and design – as well as championing a new generation of international talent and reporting from international fashion weeks. Across his career, he has interviewed the fashion industry’s leading figures, including Rick Owens, Pieter Mulier, Jonathan Anderson, Grace Wales Bonner, Christian Lacroix, Kate Moss and Manolo Blahnik.
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Architectural Association's newest show uncovers the architectural legacies of rural China's lost generation
The Architectural Association’s ‘Ripple Ripple Rippling’ is not your typical architecture show, taking an anthropological look at the flux between rural and urban, and bringing a part of China to Bedford Square in London
By Teshome Douglas-Campbell Published
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Celebrate Día de los Muertos at one of London (and the world’s) finest Mexican restaurants
Día de los Muertos will arrive at KOL in Marylebone on 2 November, with a collaborative menu including dishes from the chefs behind Endo at The Rotunda to The Connaught, wrapped up with a mezcal fiesta
By Tianna Williams Published
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Into the groove: Henriksen House is the UK’s first home extension featuring exposed clay block walls
Architect Michael Henriksen uses textured clay blocks, cork flooring and self-built joinery to transform his family home in St Albans near London
By Léa Teuscher Published
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Milan Fashion Week S/S 2025 highlights: Dolce & Gabbana to Bottega Veneta
Wallpaper* fashion features editor Jack Moss selects the best of Milan Fashion Week S/S 2025, from Dolce & Gabbana’s homage to Madonna to childlike wonder at Bottega Veneta
By Jack Moss Last updated
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Women’s Fashion Week S/S 2025: what to expect
Next week sees the arrival of Women’s Fashion Week S/S 2025, with stops in New York, London, Milan and Paris. Here, our comprehensive guide to the month, from Alaïa’s arrival in New York to Alessandro Michele’s Valentino debut
By Jack Moss Last updated
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Milan Fashion Week Men’s S/S 2025 highlights: Prada to Zegna
Wallpaper* picks the best moments from Milan Fashion Week Men‘s S/S 2025, from 15 years of MSGM to Prada’s celebration of youth, and an appearance from Mads Mikkelsen at Zegna
By Jack Moss Published
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Martine Rose on her disruptive Milan Fashion Week debut: ’you have to do what you believe in’
British designer Martine Rose speaks to Wallpaper* about shaking up Milan Fashion Week with her disruptive, subculture-infused menswear
By Joe Bobowicz Published
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‘Yohji Yamamoto: Letter to the Future’ celebrates the designer’s timeless, anti-trend approach
‘Yohji Yamamoto: Letter to the Future’ at Milan’s 10 Corso Como is a rare exhibition of the seminal Japanese designer’s work. Curator Alessio de’ Navasques gives Wallpaper* a tour
By Joe Bobowicz Published
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Thom Browne shows how to make the perfect bed with theatrical performance at Milan Design Week 2024
American fashion designer Thom Browne makes his Milan Design Week debut with a new homeware collection created in collaboration with historic linen company Frette
By Scarlett Conlon Published
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First look at Moncler’s blockbuster new exhibition, which turns Milan Central Station into an immersive public gallery
Wallpaper* takes an exclusive look at Moncler’s new Jefferson Hack-curated exhibition, which features portraits of an eclectic cast of international creatives, including artist Daniel Arsham, musician Rina Sawayama and make-up artist Isamaya Ffrench
By Jack Moss Published
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Milan Fashion Week A/W 2024: Giorgio Armani to Bottega Veneta
The very best of Milan Fashion Week A/W 2024, from Giorgio Armani’s celebration of renewal to the ’monumental everyday’ at Bottega Veneta
By Jack Moss Last updated
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https://www.wallpaper.com/fashion-beauty/durazzi-milano-studio
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A registered nurse has sparked conversation on TikTok after sharing an unconventional tip that may just save your cheese from molding early.
TikTok user Jenna Greep (@nurse_jennag), an experienced Travel OR/ICU registered nurse, shared her surprising discovery with her audience, with her video garnering over 102,700 views.
“I saw a post a while back that said you’re not supposed to touch cheese,” Greep begins.
What happens if you touch your cheese?
The post claimed that touching your cheese—especially shredded cheese—can cause it to mold before its expiration date.
“For science, I stopped touching my cheese,” she continues.
Instead of handling the cheese directly, Greep adopted a hands-off approach. “I started just shaking the bag,” she explains, which allows the cheese to fall out without ever needing to touch it.
The results, according to Greep, were significant. “Guess what? My cheese stopped molding early. It actually lasted till the expiration date.”
Greep’s advice might come as a welcome tip for many people, especially given the rising costs of groceries.
As she points out, “We can’t be afforded to have prematurely molding cheese in this economy.”
She concludes with a simple piece of advice for anyone who struggles with keeping their cheese fresh, “Quit touching your cheese.”
Is there any truth to the claim that touching cheese makes it mold fast?
Several cheese enthusiasts or cheesemakers online echo Nurse Greep’s advice.
For example, in a Creators blog post titled “Hands Off the Cheese,” the author has some tips on how to prevent mold. She recommends limiting exposure to air, changing the wrappings consistently, and most importantly, avoiding touching it.
“Either wear food preparation gloves or make sure the plastic is always creating a barrier between your hands and the portion of the cheese that’s going back into the refrigerator,” they wrote.
Viewers aren’t convinced
In the comments, most viewers wrote they believed washing one’s hands is enough to prevent food spoilage in general.
“This is the biggest self report I’ve ever seen. WASH. YO.[expletive]. HANDS!,” reads the top comment.
“Are y’all not washing your hands?” asked another. “cuz im not having this problem.”
Greed responded, saying, “Even with washing you still have oils and microorganisms.”
“As someone with contamination anxiety I learned this accidentally,” shared a third.
@nurse_jennag I conduct internet science experiments regularly lmk if you want more 🤣 #nursesoftiktok #cheese #lifehack ♬ original sound – Jenna G, RN
The Daily Dot has reached out to Jenna Greep (@nurse_jennag) via email and Instagram direct message for further information.
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Lexar showcases suite of new storage products offer massive capacities at blazing speeds
Fissal Oubida, General Manager and Global Marketing Director – Middle East, Africa, and India, Lexar
Lexar, a leading global brand in memory and storage solutions, is showcasing at Gitex Global 2024, that includes the world’s toughest, thinnest and fastest suite of memory solutions - all coming with massive capacities at blazing speeds, specifically targeted at the region’s professional photographers, videographers, gamers and content creators.
Fissal Oubida, General Manager and Global Marketing Director – Middle East, Africa, and India, Lexar, said, “Our product showcase at Gitex reflects our relentless focus on research & development and our deep commitment to consistently bring out innovative memory solutions to address the evolving needs of today’s consumers. Lexar’s product designs undergo extensive testing in our Quality Labs, which are facilities with more than 1,100 digital devices, to ensure performance, quality, compatibility, and reliability.”
The Lexar ARMOR series, the world’s first memory cards made of 316 stainless steel, includes the GOLD SD UHS-II and the SILVER PRO SD UHS-II cards. Encased in high-quality steel, both these rugged cards offer IP68 waterproofing, dustproofing and bend-resistance, making it ideal for outdoor filming. Both the Gold and Silver editions promise read speeds up to 280 MB/s. The cards differ in terms of write speed, with the Silver Pro topping out at 160 MB/s and the Gold delivering up to 205 MB/s. The Lexar Armor Gold and Silver Pro SD cards will come in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB capacities.
At this edition of Gitex Global, Lexar is showcasing the Professional DIAMOND CFexpress 4.0 Type B Card which is regarded as the world’s fastest memory card, boasting industry-leading speeds of up to 3700MB/s read and 3400MB/s write. The other major highlight at Lexar’s stand this year is the new SL500 Portable SSD, positioned as one of the world’s slimmest SSD – it is 4.8 millimeters (0.2 inches) thin and almost the same size of debit or credit card, weighing just 43 grams (1.5 ounces). For USB 3.2 Gen2x2 devices, the SL500 promises read speeds up to 2,000 MB/s and write speeds up to 1,800 MB/s.
“Our participation at Gitex Global perfectly aligns with our commitment to bring the future of memory solutions to the Middle East and Africa region. We are excited to showcase the world’s first stainless steel memory card ‘Armor series’, the extremely compact SL500 Portable SSD, in addition to our other innovative storage solutions that are designed to meet the unique needs of users and also offer unmatched performance and value to customers in the region,” he added.
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During the sixth Supreme Court hearing of the RG Kar rape-murder case today, Tuesday, October 15, the matter of doctors on indefinite hunger strike was brought up by Senior Advocate Indira Jaising before the Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud led bench who was hearing the matter.
As per tweets by Supreme Court Observer, Jaising highlighted outstanding issues that all doctors have gone back to work except those who are on hunger strike.
She requested for resolution so that even the hunger strike could be resolved. It may be noted that there is concern among the medical community regarding the deteriorating health of the doctors on hunger strike, few of whom have already been hospitalised.
"We are all interested that this hunger strike be withdrawn," Jaising said before CJI.
The senior advocate highlighted how, since 2022, there have been no student elections at RG Kar which made way for people from different parties to essay the role. She highlighted how "favouritism and threat culture" has led to what has happened at RG Kar.
CJI said that taking this up would expand the ambit of the case and directed that remedy be sought at the Calcutta High Court.
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Clothesline Project returns to CEI for its fourth year
Published atThe following is a news release from College of Eastern Idaho.
IDAHO FALLS — The Clothesline Project returns to Idaho Falls for its fourth year, taking place from Oct. 15-17 at College of Eastern Idaho. This meaningful interactive exhibit raises awareness of victims of assault and abuse while honoring survivors through the art of shirt-making.
The Clothesline Project offers a platform for survivors who have experienced any form of intimate violence in their lives to come forward and design a t-shirt, expressing their unique stories through words and artwork. Victims’ families and friends are also encouraged to participate, emphasizing the importance of collective healing and support.
The community is warmly welcomed to attend this three-day event in the CEI Cafeteria. Those impacted by domestic violence are encouraged to design shirts for the clothesline on Tuesday, Oct. 15, and Thursday, Oct. 17 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Additionally, we will be hosting a free luncheon program on Wednesday, Oct. 16, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. If you plan to attend, please sign up using this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1pguXU8tBsQeYOr_pZ3ZLXlvGss5vYgCxD3ARARsQNok/edit
The concept of the Clothesline Project originated in Hyannis, Massachusetts, in 1990, driven by a startling revelation. During the same period when 58,000 soldiers lost their lives in the Vietnam War, 51,000 U.S. women were killed by individuals they trusted and loved. This shocking statistic propelled the creation of a program dedicated to exposing the issue of violence against women. Artist Rachel Carey-Harper envisioned displaying color-coded t-shirts on a public clothesline to draw attention to this critical issue.
Currently, there are an estimated 500 projects nationally and internationally, totaling approximately 50,000 to 60,000 shirts. These projects span across 41 states and 5 countries, illustrating the widespread impact of this grassroots movement.
The clothesline adorned with differently colored shirts serves multiple essential purposes. It serves as an educational tool, allowing visitors to understand the extent of the issue. Simultaneously, it acts as a healing tool for survivors and their support networks. By hanging a shirt on the line, they can symbolically release some of the pain tied to their experiences and move forward. Most importantly, it lets those suffering in silence realize they are not alone.
Different colors of shirts on display convey various forms of violence:
- White: In memory of those lost to violence
- Yellow: Survivor of physical assault/domestic violence
- Red, Pink, Orange: Survivor of sexual abuse
- Blue or Green: Survivor of childhood sexual abuse
- Purple: Survivor of an attack due to sexual orientation
- Brown or Gray: Survivor of emotional abuse
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Many people are riding the Nimbus cloud hype train as Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero has sold over three million copies in just 24 hours. The return to the Budokai Tenkaichi series seems to have amassed a lot of interest in the arena brawler after more than 15 years of absence.
Sales Have Been Spectacular So Far
No official message has been shared by the development team Spike Chunsoft yet or the publisher Bandai Namco, but they're likely more than pleased to see Sparking! Zero already selling gangbusters. Over three million sales in 24 hours is very impressive for the new title. To put those numbers into context, Tekken 8 sold over 2 million copies after a month of release with one million selling on the first day, according to Bandai Namco. If the game continues that trajectory, it makes you wonder if Sparking! Zero can hit six million in sales within a month.
Built with Unreal Engine 5, the game's visuals look just like the anime and this latest title features 182 playable characters from launch with more on the way via DLC. It features an Episode Battle mode, which has you experiencing the decades-long saga from the Saiyan saga all the way to Dragon Ball Super. It's so extensive it even has Dragon Ball GT characters in the roster. There's also a World Tournament mode, which has players compete to be the very best online.
10 Strongest Characters in Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero
Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero includes plenty of strong characters from the franchise, but which of the bunch are actually the best fighters?
What has likely helped with these sales numbers is the critical response for the game. It currently has an 82% score on OpenCritic with 83% of critics recommending the fighting title. "There are issues with the camera and combat at times, but the game is still fun, flashy and over the top like fans deserve," said our 3.5/5 star review.
Over three million sales in 24 hours is very impressive for the new title. To put those numbers into context, Tekken 8 sold over 2 million copies after a month of release with one million selling on the first day, according to Bandai Namco
"Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero isn't a perfect sequel to Budokai Tenkaichi 3, but it has successfully recaptured its spirit," said the 8/10 review from our sister site GameRant, saying the game does Akira Toriyama and his collaborators' work justice. "Effort is visible even in the areas where Sparking Zero falls short, and concentrating on the core gameplay, presentation, and progression has paid dividends."
Dragon Ball is on a Roll Lately in the Gaming Sphere
The Dragon Ball series has recently had a run of well-received video games. Acclaimed fighting game developer Arc System Works created a thrilling 3v3 title called Dragon Ball FighterZ, which competed against the Marvel vs. Capcom series the same year it came out. Our 2018 review called it a "rare gem in a sea of licensed games." Additionally, there's the RPG take on the anime Dragon Ball: Kakarot, which has received multiple DLC follow-ups and sold over eight million copies worldwide as of July 2024.
Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero: How to Unlock Future Gohan
The one-armed Z-Warrior Future Gohan can be unlocked in two different ways in Dragon Ball Sparking Zero.
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https://hardcoregamer.com/dragon-ball-sparking-zero-sells-over-3-million-copies-in-24-hours/
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Back in the 1950s, the world was enjoying a particularly tasty banana known as Gros Michel, up until a wilt-causing pathogen effectively wiped out the variety. After that, the Cavendish, which was resistant to the disease, became the most commonly grown version.
However, in the 1990s, a new outbreak of banana wilt started attacking the Cavendish. This time it was because of a fungal pathogen called "Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. cubense (Foc)" and specifically the strain named tropical race 4, or TR4 for short.
Researchers on the case discovered that Foc TR4 isn't a direct descendant of the pathogen from the '50s, but a new version with virulent accessory genes related to the production of nitric oxide, according to a report from the University of Massachusetts Amherst posted by Phys.org.
"TR4's genome contains some accessory genes that are linked to the production of nitric oxide, which seems to be the key factor in TR4's virulence," said Li-Jun Ma, the senior author of a paper on the subject and professor at UMass Amherst, per the report.
The habit of monocropping, or growing large quantities of a single crop, has placed our food supply in a tricky spot. Not only does it make it easier for a disease to spread, but without properly diversifying crops, it decreases the viability of the soil and surrounding ecosystems.
By increasing biodiversity in our agricultural systems, we can more easily face risks due to a changing climate and begin to mitigate the ill effects. In fact, an earlier report published on Phys.org revealed that increasing soil-related resistance through microorganisms can aid in disease suppression, especially with Foc TR4 and the banana crop.
While the researchers are still investigating how the pathogen's production and detoxification of fungal nitric oxide contribute to the disease infestation in Cavendish bananas, they're optimistic this new information can assist in fighting the outbreak.
"Identifying … accessory genetic sequences opens up many strategic avenues to mitigate — or even control — the spread of Foc TR4," lead author Yong Zhang explained.
Over 100 billion bananas are consumed each year across the globe, and in the U.S., each person eats around 26 pounds of the fruit every year, according to details from Wageningen University.
The original Gros Michel outbreak cost the U.S. at least $2.3 billion and this second banana-wilt outbreak has already cost us $400 million. This new research into Foc TR4, along with the advent of new climate-friendly technologies gives us a leg up on the situation.
The increase of heat-trapping carbon dioxide in the atmosphere has knock-on effects for soil and crops, as well. Efforts to support cleaner energy, land conservation, and maintaining more diverse crops can go a long way toward securing our food supply and protecting the environment.
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For new and old investors, taking full advantage of the stock market and investing with confidence are common goals. Zacks Premium provides lots of different ways to do both.
The research service features daily updates of the Zacks Rank and Zacks Industry Rank, full access to the Zacks #1 Rank List, Equity Research reports, and Premium stock screens, all of which will help you become a smarter, more confident investor.
It also includes access to the Zacks Style Scores.
What are the Zacks Style Scores?
The Zacks Style Scores, developed alongside the Zacks Rank, are complementary indicators that rate stocks based on three widely-followed investing methodologies; they also help investors pick stocks with the best chances of beating the market over the next 30 days.
Based on their value, growth, and momentum characteristics, each stock is assigned a rating of A, B, C, D, or F. The better the score, the better chance the stock will outperform; an A is better than a B, a B is better than a C, and so on.
The Style Scores are broken down into four categories:
Value Score
Value investors love finding good stocks at good prices, especially before the broader market catches on to a stock's true value. Utilizing ratios like P/E, PEG, Price/Sales, Price/Cash Flow, and many other multiples, the Value Style Score identifies the most attractive and most discounted stocks.
Growth Score
Growth investors, on the other hand, are more concerned with a company's financial strength and health, and its future outlook. The Growth Style Score examines things like projected and historic earnings, sales, and cash flow to find stocks that will experience sustainable growth over time.
Momentum Score
Momentum trading is all about taking advantage of upward or downward trends in a stock's price or earnings outlook, and these investors live by the saying "the trend is your friend." The Momentum Style Score can pinpoint good times to build a position in a stock, using factors like one-week price change and the monthly percentage change in earnings estimates.
VGM Score
What if you like to use all three types of investing? The VGM Score is a combination of all Style Scores, making it one of the most comprehensive indicators to use with the Zacks Rank. It rates each stock on their combined weighted styles, which helps narrow down the companies with the most attractive value, best growth forecast, and most promising momentum.
How Style Scores Work with the Zacks Rank
The Zacks Rank is a proprietary stock-rating model that harnesses the power of earnings estimate revisions, or changes to a company's earnings expectations, to help investors build a successful portfolio.
#1 (Strong Buy) stocks have produced an unmatched +25.41% average annual return since 1988, which is more than double the S&P 500's performance over the same time frame. However, the Zacks Rank examines a ton of stocks, and there can be more than 200 companies with a Strong Buy rank, and another 600 with a #2 (Buy) rank, on any given day.
This totals more than 800 top-rated stocks, and it can be overwhelming to try and pick the best stocks for you and your portfolio.
That's where the Style Scores come in.
You want to make sure you're buying stocks with the highest likelihood of success, and to do that, you'll need to pick stocks with a Zacks Rank #1 or #2 that also have Style Scores of A or B. If you like a stock that only as a #3 (Hold) rank, it should also have Scores of A or B to guarantee as much upside potential as possible.
As mentioned above, the Scores are designed to work with the Zacks Rank, so any change to a company's earnings outlook should be a deciding factor when picking which stocks to buy.
A stock with a #4 (Sell) or #5 (Strong Sell) rating, for instance, even one with Scores of A and B, will still have a declining earnings forecast, and a greater chance its share price will fall too.
Thus, the more stocks you own with a #1 or #2 Rank and Scores of A or B, the better.
Stock to Watch: Adtalem Global Education (ATGE)
Adtalem Global Education Inc. is a leading healthcare education provider and workforce solutions innovator. The institutions of the company offer a wide array of programs across medical and healthcare services. Since first-quarter fiscal 2022, Adtalem has operated in three reportable segments:
ATGE is a #2 (Buy) on the Zacks Rank, with a VGM Score of B.
It also boasts a Value Style Score of A thanks to attractive valuation metrics like a forward P/E ratio of 13.1; value investors should take notice.
One analysts revised their earnings estimate higher in the last 60 days for fiscal 2025, while the Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.09 to $5.72 per share. ATGE also boasts an average earnings surprise of 19%.
With a solid Zacks Rank and top-tier Value and VGM Style Scores, ATGE should be on investors' short list.
Infrastructure Stock Boom to Sweep America
A massive push to rebuild the crumbling U.S. infrastructure will soon be underway. It’s bipartisan, urgent, and inevitable. Trillions will be spent. Fortunes will be made.
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Upstate NY snow, NYC cold snap: How long will it last? LIVE coverage
NEW YORK CITY - Hope you grabbed your jacket today!
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New York City saw chilly conditions this morning, with temperatures barely making it out of the 30s across most of the Tri-State area. The cold weather even prompted frost advisories for parts of the region.
More than 253 million people will see below-avergae temperatures on Tuesday. (FOX Weather)
"We are off to a very chilly start this morning with temperatures running about 10° cooler than normal," FOX 5 NY's Mike Woods said in a post on X, formally Twitter.
NYC weather now: When will conditions warm up again?
Today will see mostly sunny skies, but temperatures won't make it into the 60s.
Wednesday morning will see similar conditions to this morning, with mostly clear skies and temperatures in the low-40s.
Average first freeze. (FOX Weather)
"We start off even cooler tomorrow morning, hard to believe that, but it is the case," Woods said.
Similar temperatures will remain during the work-week before the weekend.
"We have above-normal temperatures as we head toward the upcoming weekend, with the sun," Woods said.
The 6- to 10-day temperature outlook from NOAA's Climate Prediction Center. (FOX Weather)
Sunday is expected to begin the warm up, with sunny skies and temperatures in the low-70s.
Snow upstate NY
Meanwhile, a dusting of snow fell over Saranac Lake, New York, on Monday morning, with snowflakes observed outside the Hotel Saranac in the quaint Adirondack village.
Additional footage taken by Chris Luft also showed light snow falling on nearby Lake Placid.
What is La Niña weather? Will it arrive in time for winter?
La Niña is still running late, and when it finally gets here, it doesn’t look like it’s now going to stick around very long, and that could adjust some of the winter seasonal outlooks.
"A weaker La Niña implies that it would be less likely to result in conventional winter impacts," NOAA wrote in its October forecast update. "Though predictable signals could still influence the forecast guidance."
La Nina Weather Impacts. (FOX Weather)
If La Niña conditions do arrive in time for winter, that would usually bring an overall wetter, cooler winter to the northern US and a drier, milder winter to the South.
But with now a weak La Niña expected, the pattern may not have as much of a significant influence. In that case, if neutral phase conditions hold, there are fewer kinks in the jet stream, meaning more regional patterns dominate local weather. A weak La Niña may just occasionally nudge the pattern toward La Niña favored conditions.
Andrew Wulfeck, with FOX Weather, helped contribute to this report.
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Capturing the Future: Full Graphic E-Paper Displays in the vESL Market
The virtual electronic shelf label market presents a burgeoning opportunity for full graphic e-paper displays, capitalizing on their unique advantages in digital retail environments. As of 2023, the vESL market was valued at over $1.2 billion globally, reflecting retailers' growing interest in digital transformation. With over 2,500 major global retailers already testing virtual ESL systems, the demand for advanced displays is set to rise. Full graphic e-paper offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing retailers to customize displays with high-resolution graphics and vibrant colors, thus enhancing customer engagement. Research shows that stores utilizing these displays have seen a 15% increase in sales conversions due to improved visual merchandising. Moreover, with 3 out of 5 consumers favoring eco-friendly shopping experiences, the energy efficiency and sustainability of e-paper technology align perfectly with current consumer preferences.
As the electronic shelf label market continues to expand, full graphic e-paper displays are positioned to cater to diverse retail sectors, including fashion, electronics, and home goods. In North America alone, over 10,000 retail locations are projected to adopt vESL systems by 2025, signaling a robust opportunity for e-paper technology providers. The Asia-Pacific region is witnessing a similar trend, with China and India leading the charge in digital retail innovation, accounting for nearly 40% of new vESL installations globally. As retailers increasingly adopt omnichannel strategies, the integration of full graphic e-paper displays enables seamless coordination between online and in-store pricing and promotions, reducing discrepancies and enhancing the customer experience. Additionally, with over 8,000 international brands prioritizing digital shelf solutions, the demand for versatile, cost-effective, and visually compelling display technologies is expected to grow exponentially. The convergence of digital and physical retail environments offers a dynamic platform for full graphic e-paper displays to thrive, presenting a lucrative opportunity for businesses to innovate and capitalize on evolving market trends.
NFC's Rapid Expansion in the ESL Market: A Game-Changer in Retail Operations
Near Field Communication (NFC) is experiencing significant growth in the electronic shelf label market , driven by its unique advantages that cater to modern retail demands. In 2023, NFC-enabled ESL systems are being increasingly adopted due to their seamless integration with smartphones, which enhances customer engagement and streamlines operations. Approximately 3 billion smartphones with NFC capabilities are currently in use worldwide, allowing consumers to interact directly with shelf labels for real-time information. This interactivity allows retailers to provide personalized promotions and gather valuable customer insights, thus driving sales. Moreover, NFC technology supports quick and contactless updates to ESLs, reducing the need for extensive manual labor and enabling faster response times to market changes. An estimated 12 million NFC-enabled ESLs have been deployed in retail stores globally, demonstrating the technology's rapidly growing footprint.
Another key factor contributing to NFC's growth in the electronic shelf label market is its compatibility with existing digital payment systems, which are used by over 1.5 billion people worldwide. This compatibility simplifies the integration of ESLs into broader retail ecosystems, facilitating smoother transactions and enhancing the overall shopping experience. As the demand for contactless solutions increases, driven by consumer preferences for hygiene and convenience, NFC technology is uniquely positioned to meet these needs. Additionally, NFC's ability to support secure, localized communication without the need for extensive infrastructure upgrades makes it a cost-effective solution for retailers looking to modernize. Recent advancements have led to NFC chips that can store up to 32 KB of data, offering more versatility for complex retail environments. As retailers strive to create more dynamic and interactive shopping experiences, the adaptability, security, and customer-centric capabilities of NFC make it the most rapidly growing communication technology in the ESL market.
Fashion & Apparel Stores to Stay at the Front with over 29.42% Revenue Share in Electronic Shelf Label Market
Fashion and apparel stores lead the electronic shelf label market due to their dynamic nature and complex operational demands. The fashion industry, known for its rapid turnover, often sees brands like Zara releasing up to 24 new clothing collections annually. This fast-paced environment necessitates real-time price adjustments and inventory management, which ESLs facilitate efficiently. In 2023, the average number of stock-keeping units (SKUs) in a fashion store reached 40,000, highlighting the need for streamlined operations. ESLs help manage these extensive inventories by providing instant updates, reducing manual errors and improving stock accuracy. This technology is vital for fashion retailers, who can experience up to 200 new product arrivals each week, making manual price adjustments impractical.
Moreover, fashion retailers in the electronic shelf label market are increasingly integrating advanced technologies to enhance the customer experience and operational efficiencies. In 2023, the average footfall in top fashion retail stores reached 1,500 customers per day, demanding a seamless shopping experience that ESLs can help provide by reducing checkout times and optimizing shelf management. Additionally, ESLs support promotional strategies, with fashion brands conducting over 50 sales events annually, requiring quick and flexible price changes. The technology also complements the increasing focus on sustainability, as ESLs reduce paper usage by eliminating the need for paper price tags. This aligns with the industry's broader sustainability goals, evidenced by over 1,000 brands committing to eco-friendly practices in 2023. Additionally, studies show that ESLs can reduce labor costs related to pricing activities by up to 30 hours per week per store, allowing staff to focus on enhancing customer service. With these advantages, the adoption of ESLs in fashion retail continues to grow, driven by the sector's need for agility and efficiency in a highly competitive market.
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North America's Strategic Advantage in the Growing Electronic Shelf Label Market is Poised to Take Up Over 36.50% Market Share by 2032
North America is poised to gain significant momentum in the electronic shelf label market due to its robust technological infrastructure, dynamic retail sector, and increasing emphasis on digital transformation. The United States, with over 1,400 retail locations already utilizing ESL technology, leads the charge, driven by major retailers like Walmart and Kroger who are embracing ESLs to enhance pricing accuracy and operational efficiency. The region's digital-savvy consumers demand seamless shopping experiences, prompting retailers to integrate ESLs to facilitate real-time pricing updates and inventory management. Another compelling factor is the region's strong investment in smart retail technologies, exemplified by over US$ 500 million allocated to retail tech innovations in 2023 alone. The growth of e-commerce, with over 200 million online shoppers in the U.S., further necessitates the adoption of ESLs to bridge the gap between online and physical retail offerings.
Canada also contributes significantly to regional electronic shelf label market , with about 600 stores implementing ESL systems as of 2023. Canadian retailers are increasingly focusing on enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency, with ESLs playing a crucial role in this transition. The country's commitment to digital transformation is evident through its US$ 300 million investment in digital retail technologies this year. Canada's retail sector is characterized by a strong push towards sustainability, aligning with the benefits ESLs offer in reducing paper waste. Furthermore, the North American market's agility is bolstered by the presence of several leading ESL manufacturers and suppliers, such as Pricer and SES-imagotag, which ensure a steady supply chain and technological support. As the region continues to prioritize technological integration and consumer-centric strategies, North America is well-positioned to outpace other regions in the ESL market, capitalizing on its advanced infrastructure and consumer demand for innovative retail solutions.
List of Key Companies Profiled:
Diebold Nixdorf Inc. DIGI Group (Teraoka Seiko) Displaydata Ltd. E Ink Holdings Inc. M2COMM Opticon Sensors Europe BV Panasonic Holding Corporation Pricer AB (Pricer) Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd VusionGroup Other Prominent Players
Market Segmentation Overview:
By Component:
Hardware Communication Station Terminal Display (Label) RF Module
Label Management Software Services Consulting & Training Installation & Support
By Display Type:
LCD E-Paper Full Graphic E-Paper
By Communication:
By Power:
Battery Powered Wireless Charge Others
By Color:
By Display Size:
1.5-3 Inches 3-6 Inches 6-12 Inches More than 12 Inches
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Grocery / General Retail Fashion & Apparel Pharma Stores Electronics Hotels & Restaurants Fuel Stations Others (DIY, Automotive Dealerships)
By Retail Format:
Hypermarket Supermarket Specialty Store Other Retail Stores
By Region:
North America Europe Asia Pacific Middle East & Africa (MEA) South America
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The Fender American Ultra II combine made-in-the-US quality with contemporary tech
A deluge of new products from Fender shows the iconic guitar manufacturer still knows how to innovate and entice
American guitar maker Fender continues to manage its 21st century with aplomb. Despite producing a line-up of guitars and basses that have remained fundamentally the same since the 1950s, the company can still transform this raw material into something new and desirable. In the recent past, that’s been taken care of by innovations like the Acoustasonic series of electro-acoustic guitars and the Tone Master Pro effects system. There have also been partnerships with Saint Laurent and Bulgari.
Alongside all the tech, there’s still an art and craft to guitar making, something that collectors will always indulge in, as well as the important work of acknowledging, indulging, collaborating and accentuating the skills of players and artists who are still making waves in the modern music scene.
That’s the thinking behind the company’s latest drop, the Fender American Ultra II series. Describing the four new guitars and basses now added to the line-up as the ‘most advanced series of electric guitars’ it has ever made, the secret sauce here is a combination of craft, new materials and new electronics, all put together at the company’s spiritual nerve centre, its Californian factory.
The new range covers both acknowledged classic models and more contemporary designs, starting with two versions of the classic Stratocaster (one with humbuckers, one without). The first of these has three of Fender’s Ultra II Noiseless Vintage Strat zero-hum pickups (the HSS swaps a pickup out for a Haymaker Humbucker) and both Strats have a tremelo and maple neck.
The necks across the Ultra II series are all maple, topped with either ebony or maple fingerboards. As well as the Stratocasters, there’s an Ultra II Telecaster and space age Meteora 6-string and bass.
Bass offerings continue with the American Ultra II Precision Bass, Ultra II Jazz Bass and American Ultra II Jazz Bass V for those who like to bring another string to their low end sound. All eight models are available in a wide range of new body colours, including Ultraburst, Solar Flare, Avalanche, Noble Blue, Sinister Red and Texas Tea.
The pandemic saw one of the largest spurts in guitar ownership on record, and although the market has cooled slightly, Fender cites projections that show the guitar market is still in line to grow by $1.45bn in the next four years. With collectors forming an orderly queue to acquire this new series, it comes as no surprise.
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The Fender American Ultra II series consists of:
American Ultra II Stratocaster, £2,259
American Ultra II Stratocaster HSS, £2,299
American Ultra II Telecaster, £2,259
American Ultra II Meteora, £2,339
American Ultra II Precision Bass, £2,339
American Ultra II Jazz Bass, £2,339
American Ultra II Jazz Bass V, £2,429
American Ultra II Meteora Bass, £2,339
Available from Fender.com, @Fender, Andertons.co.uk
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A couple recently went viral on TikTok after sharing an uncomfortable shopping experience at Walmart.
According to the wife, they were being followed around the store by a “secret shopper,” or “floor walker” who seemed to think they might steal something.
In the video, which has racked up over 1.1 million views, TikTok user Jasmine, who shares her account with her partner Quari (@cohenfamily2013), records the moment and shares her frustrations.
A frustrating Walmart shopping trip
“We have a secret shopper… that keeps following us around like we’re about to steal something,” Jasmine begins, as she films a woman carrying a few items in, seemingly ignoring the TikToker.
She then turns the camera to their cart, which contains big bags of toilet paper, drinks, and other large items.
“What, what is in this cart that you can steal?” she asks. “Not a [expletive] thing.”
Jasmine then addresses the “secret shopper” directly, who she says is acting like she’s shopping but not picking up anything.
“And she ignoring me because she knows she is a secret shopper acting like she’s shopping,” she says loudly. “She ain’t picking up [expletive].”
However, Jasmine’s husband, Quari, appears less than thrilled that she decided to speak up.
“And then hubby mad at me because I said something,” she continues, “God was I right? Or was I wrong? ‘Cause I just feel like I’m not in the wrong.”
As she sees it, being followed without cause is enough reason to speak out.
“Don’t follow me,” she says. “I have money to pay for everything I have. I don’t gotta steal nothing.”
The video ends with the couple at the self-checkout counter, where Jasmine films the total on the screen—$110.56—as proof they paid for their items.
Does Walmart employ secret shoppers?
While Jasmine doesn’t provide concrete proof that the woman in the video is a secret shopper, these types of employees do exist.
Secret shoppers, or mystery shoppers, are hired by companies to blend in with regular customers while evaluating the shopping experience or, in some cases, monitoring for theft.
However, according to Walmart, they “do NOT utilize these services or hire associates to perform services on behalf of other retailers or companies.”
While scams involving fake mystery shoppers may occur via mail, text, or email, Walmart does not mention any secret shoppers actively working on the sales floor. Sometimes they follow you to the parking lot.
We’ve reached out to the retailer for official comment.
Viewers side with the husband
In the comments, most users were critical of Jasmine’s actions and supported Quari for staying calm. Others thought the woman was indeed suspicious.
“Just finish your shopping and go check out,” shared one user.
“I love that he has morals & class,” said another. “Team husband.”
“i feel like her not saying anything and ignoring you just gave it away,” wrote a third.
@cohenfamily2013 She had my blood boiling. Literally followed us to 3 aisles & then when I say something shes on mute. 😒 My husband had the nerve to get mad at me like boy she trying us‼️ 😭😭 WE GOT MONEY TF #foryoupage #fyp #explore #explorepage✨ #walmart ♬ original sound – Quari & Jasmine
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SEBI has updated position limits for the derivatives segment. Trading members can now hold positions of up to Rs 7,500 crore or 15% of total market open interest in index futures/options. New monitoring framework is based on previous days open interest. SEBI noted that no penalties for passive breaches until April 1, 2025.
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Today, Tuesday, October 15, the hearing resumed for the RG Kar rape-murder case in the Supreme Court by the bench led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud.
One of the issues in the discussion was civic volunteers hired by the West Bengal government. It may be noted that Sanjay Roy is a civic volunteer.
West Bengal's counsel and senior advocate Rakesh Dwivedi informed that Sanjay Roy, the main accused in the RG Kar rape-murder case, was not hired under the Private Security Agencies Regulation Act 2005 and that he was hired through a police recruitment notification, stated a tweet by LiveLaw.
Senior Advocate Karuna Nundy, appearing for associations of senior doctors, informed that 1,514 such civic volunteers were hired through a state notification, which was challenged before the high court. She also added that Sanjay Roy had cases pending against him, particularly that of domestic violence.
The Chief Justice of India asked for the following information:
(1) Legal source of authority for hiring civic volunteers
(2) Qualifications
(3) Institutions in which they are assigned duties
(4) Payments made on daily and monthly basis and the budget
The CJI also asked about the steps taken to ensure that such volunteers are not posted at hospitals.
The advocate informed that Sanjay Roy was living in a police barrack, had a police vehicle and so on.
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Concerns raised about Idaho’s new public defense system after exodus in public defenders
Published at | Updated atTWIN FALLS (Idaho Capital Sun) — Many people charged with felonies in Idaho remain in jail because they cannot afford bail, making free and timely access to communicate with a public defender crucial to their future in the criminal justice system.
For nearly four weeks between September and October, public defense attorneys in southern Idaho could not be contacted by their clients in jail after they had their phone system switched from county-issued phones to state-issued phones. One public defender said the situation was “unacceptable,” noting that missed deadlines could severely impact clients’ cases.
Patrick Orr, spokesperson for the State Public Defender’s Office, told the Idaho Capital Sun that the office worked with jail technology experts to fix the issue within a day of being notified.
This month, Idaho transitioned to a new state-funded public defense system meant to address concerns and lawsuits claiming inadequate public defense for those in the criminal justice system. However, attorneys told the Idaho Capital Sun the transition process has been troublesome.
The overhaul has triggered a wave of public defender resignations in the state’s largest counties, raising concerns about a decline in the quality of public defense – the very concern the reform sought to address. In Idaho’s largest county, Ada, at least a dozen attorneys resigned in recent months, according to public records.
The Idaho Capital Sun interviewed multiple current and former public defenders in Idaho, who asked to remain anonymous fearing retaliation. While some attorneys experienced pay cuts and left the profession, pointing to mismanagement and disorganization in the new system that they said could have been avoided, others received raises but still chose to leave — citing declining office morale, the loss in mentorship from experienced colleagues, and reduced resources compared to the previous county system.
Though many vacant positions have been filled, according to Idaho Reports, phone issues and staffing losses are among the many issues faced amid Idaho’s overhaul to consolidate 44 county-level state public defender’s offices into one statewide office.
Pay raises and pay cuts for public defenders
As part of the transition to a state-run system, the salary structure underwent significant changes.
According to the State Public Defender’s Office, 77% of Idaho public defenders received a salary increase, 7% of salaries remained the same, and 15% of employees received a pay cut.
Orr said the new salary structure is based on length of service.
“In the very short term, we have lost a handful of experienced attorneys in Ada, Canyon, and Kootenai counties, whose pay was reduced as part of our statewide salary structure,” Orr said. “That is hard – we wanted everyone to stay on. Losing any experienced public defender is not optimal. But it also opens up opportunities for attorneys in those offices to take on new responsibilities they didn’t have access to before.”
There were about 20 vacancies across the state open as of Friday, Orr said. This does not include attorneys who are contracted for their services.
Former and current public defenders told the Sun that pay cuts ranged from $5,000 to $40,000 per year, with many affecting experienced attorneys handling felony cases or qualified to work on capital punishment cases.
Eric Fredericksen, the lead of the State Public Defender’s Office, said the pay cuts were meant to equalize the salaries for the type of work being done across the state.
While attorneys in Ada County earning $169,000 saw cuts down to $129,000, those in Bannock County, for example, saw raises from $89,000 to $129,000, Fredericksen said.
What led to Idaho’s public defense reform?
In 2015, the ACLU of Idaho filed a lawsuit on behalf of indigent criminal defendants, Tucker v. Idaho, claiming Idaho’s public defense system was inadequate and violated low-income people’s right to counsel guaranteed under the Sixth Amendment. This prompted a series of legislative changes including:
- House Bill 735 in 2022, which changed public defense funding from counties to the state.
- House Bill 236 in 2023, which replaced the Public Defense Commission with a new state agency – the Office of the State Public Defender.
In February, an Idaho district judge dismissed the Tucker lawsuit, adding that “time will tell if the State will live up to the promises it made or if those are mere empty promises.”
The challenges of turning 44 public defense systems into one
Current public defenders said many of the challenges under the new system could have been avoided if policies had been set up before the transition.
“We either have no policies in place, or policies are written by people who lack a basic understanding of what services we provide,” a public defender told the Sun. “The attorneys that are staying who got a salary reduction stay here because they love the job, and we’re just scared for our clients.”
That public defender said their caseload had increased by 50% following the departure of their colleagues, and the new case management system, which holds critical documentation for the clients they are defending, lacks up-to-date information on cases.
“We still have hundreds, if not thousands of cases statewide that have not been entered into the case management system, making it nearly impossible to represent those clients in court or advise them properly,” the attorney said.
Orr said before the state took over public defense, each of Idaho’s 44 counties had different ways to enter case data. Additionally, each of the 14 counties that had institutional offices had their own ways of doing things.
“We had to take all those different county systems and processes and combine them into a single system that works for the whole state – and makes public defense better,” Orr said. “That is a ton of work – and it’s a complex process to go through.”
Orr said the office has taken almost a year to create the new system, and it is working earnestly to improve the case management system for Idaho’s public defenders.
Another frustration attorneys experienced was that there was not a policy in place for accessing translators – which was previously provided by the counties. This delayed the attorneys from being able to communicate with some of their non-English speaking clients, attorneys told the Sun.
“We have to rely on interpreters to read police reports to clients, to relay plea offers, for clients to tell us their side of the story,” the attorney said. “We lost 100% access to interpreter services. There was a period of time where we just couldn’t do anything… These services should have been set up before the transition happened.”
Fredericksen said the office has since approved a number of requests for translators throughout the state.
While phone issues and translation issues have been resolved, current public defenders remain frustrated at the new system.
“Thousands of criminal defendants are experiencing unnecessary delays in court, overworked and unprepared attorneys, and deprivation of critical services – all of which are fundamental to ensuring their constitutional right to effective assistance of counsel is protected,” an attorney told the Sun.
Former public defender speaks out
Among those who left their job in public defense was Neil Price, a former felony-level trial attorney in Ada County who was certified to defend people against the death penalty.
“I wanted to retire here,” Price told the Idaho Capital Sun.
Apart from getting a pay cut, Price said many of the issues in the new system were predictable, which led him to lose confidence in the leadership and eventually resign.
Similarly, other high-level public defense attorneys in Kootenai County have also left their jobs, the Coeur d’Alene Press reported, citing concerns about funding shortfalls in the system. Price said he saw those funding deficiencies early on, and questions about the transition “never really got answered.”
“Ada County was probably the leading office in the state, and now they have lost and continue to lose some very experienced people with a lot of institutional knowledge,” Price said, adding that he believes low-income defendants relying on experienced attorneys to represent them in court will be most affected.
State Public Defender remains optimistic
Despite the resignations, Fredericksen said he remains optimistic in Idaho’s new public defense system.
“Some of the attorneys that are coming out of law school and have been practicing for five or six years are just fabulous and years and years above what we would have seen 20 years ago,” he told the Sun. “I’m excited about just the talent that we have in the state for trial attorneys. We hire people that want to stand up in court and represent their clients, because we’re client-centered.”
Fredericksen said the office is recruiting attorneys across the Pacific Northwest.
“We have a lot of people that are applying from Utah and Montana and Washington because they want to come over and be part of this,” he said.
In the next legislative session, Fredericksen said the office is going to have a significant budget increase request.
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Mualani has such a contagious smile in Genshin Impact, and to keep her on your party, you'll want to get her ascension materials and level her up. You'll need to explore a bunch of Natlan to get what you need on this quest to Level 90.
Mualani Ascension Materials You'll Need
Mualani in Genshin Impact requires many ascension materials to get her to the maximum level. You'll need the following for this adventure:
- 1 Varunada Lazurite Sliver
- 9 Varunada Lazurite Fragment
- 9 Varunada Lazurite Chunk
- 6 Varunada Lazurite Gemstone
- 168 Sprayfeather Gill
- 46 Mark of the Binding Blessing
- 18 Sentry's Wooden Whistle
- 30 Warrior's Metal Whistle
- 36 Saurian-Crowned Warrior's Golden Whistle
- 420,000 Mora
How to Get Varunada Lazurite Materials and Whistles
You should take down hydro-related bosses to get the Varunada Lazurite materials you require in Genshin Impact. Some examples include the Hydro Hypostasis, Hydro Tulpa, Rhodeia of Loch, and Solitary Suanni. Some of the weekly bosses like Childe and Stormterror Dvalin also drop these materials.
The various whistles you can get in Natlan are from defeated warriors across the region. Take down the Flowing Blade enemies, Forged Sand foes, Koholasaurus Warriors, Swiftstep enemies, Tepetilisaurus Warriors, and the Yumkasaurus Warriors. You can craft higher level Varunada Lazurite and whistles by using lesser-level materials as well. You'll just need a bit of Mora to craft these materials.
Where Can You Get Sprayfeather Gills?
Sprayfeather Gills are found within the Toyac Springs area of the Natlan region. They congregate among Ameyalco Waters primarily with some sparsed south of the area. Where the water and land meet is where you'll spot these gills in Genshin Impact.
Where to Find Noctilucous Jade in Genshin Impact
Get Yanfei and Beidou ascended with Noctilucous Jade in Genshin Impact.
They're pretty blue flowers with a yellow/orange tinge on their tips. You'll find them on both sides of the river. It might be helpful to have someone like Venti in your team, so you can easily glide from one side to the next. Mualani can glide in the water as well while she rides her pet. You can also transform into one of the amphibious creatures on the side. Thankfully, they're just as easy as finding Quenepa Berries in Genshin Impact.
How To Get Mark of the Binding Blessing
Mark of the Binding Blessing is a drop that's gained by defeating the Goldflame Qucusaur Tyrant. It's a boss located on Huitztli Hill. It's underground, so try to find the cracks in the ground and glide down to face the creature.
You should take down hydro-related bosses to get the Varunada Lazurite materials you require in Genshin Impact. Some examples include the Hydro Hypostasis, Hydro Tulpa, Rhodeia of Loch, and Solitary Suanni. Some of the weekly bosses like Childe and Stormterror Dvalin also drop these materials.
While fighting the boss, it can unleash a spinning attack. Try to watch out for it and take your time with your strikes. It will also turn into a phoenix-like creature and release shards of fire. Avoid them by sprinting to the side. It may slam its claws on the ground, creating an impact. Use a ranged hydro character like Barbara to get it out of its state or wait for it to stop its relentless attacks until it faints. If you found this boss tough, you might be happy to know Kachina's ascension materials are a little easier to get.
Genshin Impact: Capybara Boss Location
This capybara boss is adorable in Genshin Impact but don't underestimate it.
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Arup Taipei by Daisuke Nagatomo and Minnie Jan Wins Bronze in A' Interior Design Awards
Innovative Office Interior Design Recognized for Excellence in International Competition
COMO, CO, ITALY, October 15, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The A' Design Award, a highly respected recognition in the field of interior design, has announced Arup Taipei by Daisuke Nagatomo and Minnie Jan as the Bronze winner in the Interior Space and Exhibition Design category. This prestigious accolade highlights the exceptional creativity and functionality of the award-winning office interior, positioning it as a noteworthy example of design excellence within the industry.The recognition of Arup Taipei by the A' Interior Space, Retail and Exhibition Design Award underscores the project's relevance to current trends and needs in the interior design industry. By aligning with and advancing industry standards and practices, this innovative office space offers practical benefits for users and stakeholders alike, showcasing the potential for interior design to positively impact the workplace environment.
Arup Taipei stands out for its unique blend of branding elements and functional design. The space incorporates the company's colors and logo in unconventional ways, such as the eye-catching orange and red columns near the entrance. The cement-textured walls and precision-engineered hanging strip lights reflect the company's spirit, from design and engineering to construction. These features create a cohesive and immersive experience that seamlessly integrates the company's identity into the office environment.
The Bronze A' Design Award for Arup Taipei serves as a testament to MisoSoupDesign's commitment to pushing the boundaries of interior design. This recognition is expected to inspire future projects and directions within the studio, fostering further innovation and exploration in the field. The award also motivates the team to continue striving for excellence and creativity in their work, contributing to the advancement of the interior design industry as a whole.
Arup Taipei was designed by a talented team at MisoSoupDesign, including Daisuke Nagatomo, Minnie Jan, Hao Sung, and Jenny Yeh. Each member brought their unique expertise and vision to the project, collaborating to create a truly remarkable office space that embodies the company's values and enhances the employee experience.
Interested parties may learn more about Arup Taipei and its award-winning design at:
https://competition.adesignaward.com/ada-winner-design.php?ID=158076
About Daisuke Nagatomo and Minnie Jan
Daisuke Nagatomo and Minnie Jan are the founders of MisoSoupDesign, a Taiwan-based design studio known for incorporating digital tectonics and sustainability technologies into their projects. Nagatomo, a graduate of Meiji University and Columbia University, has taught at several prestigious institutions and currently serves as an assistant professor at National Chiao Tung University in Taiwan. Together, Nagatomo and Jan create innovative designs across architecture, interior, furniture, and branding, earning international recognition for their work.
About MisoSoupDesign
MisoSoupDesign is a Japan and Taiwan-based design studio led by Daisuke Nagatomo and Minnie Jan. The studio focuses on researching material properties, systematic strategies, and re-evaluating functionality in their designs. As LEED accredited professionals, Nagatomo and Jan incorporate new ideas with minimal wasted material, leveraging digital technology to create surprising moments where form meets function. MisoSoupDesign offers a wide range of services, including architecture, interior, furniture, graphic, and web design.
About Bronze A' Design Award
The Bronze A' Design Award recognizes outstanding designs that demonstrate creativity, practicality, and the potential to positively influence industry standards. This prestigious award acknowledges the skill and dedication of designers who produce innovative work, blending form and function to enhance people's lives. The rigorous selection process involves blind peer review by an expert jury panel, ensuring that winning designs meet the highest standards of excellence in the Interior Space and Exhibition Design category.
About A' Design Award
The A' Design Award is an international, juried design competition that has been recognizing and promoting superior products and projects since 2008. The award welcomes entries from visionaries, leading agencies, innovative companies, and influential brands across all industries and countries. By participating in the A' Interior Space, Retail and Exhibition Design Award, entrants gain global recognition for their creativity and design capabilities, advancing the interior design industry and inspiring future trends. The ultimate aim of the A' Design Award is to create a better world through the power of good design, motivating designers and brands to develop pioneering solutions that benefit society as a whole.
Interested parties may learn more about the A' Design Awards, explore jury members, view past laureates, and participate with their projects at:
https://commercialinteriorawards.com
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Eaton India announced the doubling of its electrical manufacturing facility in Puducherry, which was inaugurated by the company chairman and CEO Craig Arnold.
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The new 1.20 lakh sq. ft facility includes a 1 lakh sq. ft shop floor dedicated to power distribution product lines, along with 20,000 sq. ft for utilities and supporting infrastructure, the power management company said in a statement.
The expanded facility extends Eaton’s manufacturing footprint in Puducherry to over 2,60,000 square feet. With this expansion, Eaton aims to double the production capacity of its power distribution assembly lines, manufacturing critical products such as Air Circuit Breakers, Molded Case Circuit Breakers and Fuses. These products are essential to serve key segments such as Data Centres, Industrial, Infrastructure and large projects from utilities.
“The new facility significantly enhances our ability to support the growing demand for localised products, especially in high-growth sectors such as Data Centres and large-scale Industrial projects,” Eaton India Electrical Sector MD Syed Sajjadh Ali said.
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Zoho witnessed 57% conversion rates from new customers through strategic partnerships.
The Zoho pavilion at Gitex Global. — Supplied photo
Zoho Corp., a leading global technology company, on Tuesday announced that it has invested Dh46 million in strategic partnerships with local public and private entities in the UAE which has powered up more than 7,000 UAE businesses’ digitalisation efforts, a two-fold increase since 2022.
During a press conference at GITEX, the company also launched Zoho IoT, a user-friendly and scalable low-code platform enabling businesses to build and deploy custom Internet of Things (IoT) solutions.
Zoho’s strategic initiatives with the local government have empowered UAE businesses to optimise their digital transformation efforts and gain a competitive edge. By providing access to wallet credits and upskilling programmes, Zoho has equipped businesses of different sizes across various key sectors, most notably in IT hardware and services, real estate, construction, retail, transportation, and logistics, with the tools and resources needed to leverage its innovative solutions. Zoho’s flagship products, such as Zoho One, Zoho Books, Zoho Workplace, Zoho CRM Plus, and Zoho People, have proven particularly popular among UAE businesses, with a remarkable 57% conversion rate.
“We believe that strategic partnerships are essential for driving digital transformation in the UAE. By investing in partnerships with local organisations, we are able to provide comprehensive solutions to businesses of all sizes, helping them migrate to the cloud and realise the benefits of digital technologies. Our goal is to empower UAE businesses to achieve their full potential and contribute to the nation’s economic growth and development,” said Hyther Nizam, President of Middle East and Africa, Zoho Corp.
Hyther Nizam, President of Middle East and Africa, Zoho Corp
Zoho has experienced a significant increase in adoption among large-scale organisations in both the public and private sectors since last year, as they seek to mitigate rising costs and enhance their competitive edge.
Since 2020, Zoho collaborated with Dubai Economy and Tourism Department (DET), Flat6Labs, Dubai Culture, and IFZA to provide businesses of all sizes access to digital tools, training, and resources. Additionally, Zoho invested in upskilling initiatives through partnerships with Middlesex University Dubai, Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management, and Manipal Academy of Higher Education - Dubai, empowering the youngsters entering the workforce with necessary digital skills.
Zoho IoT, launched on Tuesday in the UAE, provides industry-specific solutions that can either function as pre-built solutions or can be customised to integrate with other infrastructure to meet the unique needs of businesses. Its compatibility with third-party hardware ensures seamless integration into existing systems, allowing businesses to scale rapidly. “We believe that connecting things with business workflows is key to creating a seamless customer experience,” said Nizam “Zoho IoT is a platform-first solution, designed to offer customisable and flexible features for a range of industries. With its low-code, interoperable, and secure framework, Zoho IoT simplifies adoption while delivering powerful functionality that elevates operational efficiency and customer experience beyond standard offerings,” he added.
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This new London restaurant bursts with Mexican flair and flavour
Fonda is London’s new Mexican restaurant, courtesy of chef Santiago Lastra, also behind Michelin-starred Kol. As Mary Cleary discovers, it’s serving up colour and creativity
‘It’s easy to copy something good, but it’s hard to create something good from scratch,’ chef Santiago Lastra tells me over dinner in Mexico City, where we are travelling a few months before the opening of his new London restaurant, Fonda. ‘You can make a technically perfect copy of the Mona Lisa, and that will be a “good” painting, but to stand in front of a blank canvas, create something original and know by the end that you have created something worthwhile? That’s a challenge.’
It is a challenge Lastra has already proven he can meet. As a young chef, he left his native Mexico and spent years working at some of the world’s most renowned restaurants, including Mugaritz in Spain and Noma in Copenhagen, before settling in London and opening his own restaurant, Kol, in 2020. If Lastra’s end goal is to create something original, Kol is certainly that, a fine dining restaurant that uses only British ingredients to translate the flavours and techniques of Mexico into genre-defying dishes. To the question of whether it’s worthwhile, well, you would be hard-pressed to find a more rousing endorsement than a Michelin Star and the number 17 spot on the world’s 50 Best Restaurants in just four years.
Fonda, a London restaurant inspired by ‘delicious’ Mexico
But with Fonda, Lastra and his team are doing something different still –taking the traditional fonda – a small, family-run restaurant typically in a converted garage – and turning it into a fine dining experience that works for a London crowd. The menu, like at Kol, is impressive for its innovative interpretation of Mexican cuisine, but it is more casual and accessible than its forebear. Some stand-out dishes include a roasted pumpkin seed mole and rectangular totopos that may well be the best chips and dip you have ever had; and the Baja tacos with beer-battered Cornish cod and Lastra’s own interpretation of guacamole made from pistachio and cucumber instead of avocado.
In keeping with the essence of traditional fonda cooking, corn and a comal machine used for producing tacos and tostadas, is the driving force behind the menu. The corn used to create the tortillas is sourced in collaboration with Tamoa, a social enterprise founded by the couple Francisco Musi and Sofia Caserin that connects native corn farmers from Mexico with restaurants in locally and abroad to keep endangered species of corn in demand. For Fonda, that means not only supporting communities that grow diverse heirloom crops but using the highest-quality corn possible as the basis for every dish, with a far more complex flavour profile than your standard yellow cob.
For the interiors, Lastra worked with Alessio Nardi of A_nrd Design Studio to create a space with the vibrancy and welcoming, relaxed atmosphere of a traditional fonda but translated into a modern code. On every table is a sala stand, a standard feature of any fonda, although this one is rendered in black stone and filled with three speciality salsas. The bottles for the tequila and wine, all Fonda’s own brand, are decorated with labels inspired by the graphics of Mexico City’s subway system.
The Mexico City-based designer Fernando Laposse was essential to the design of the space, having created several bespoke pieces for the restaurant, as well as introducing the team to other Mexican designers who contributed. Laposse is best known for transforming natural materials like loofahs and corn leaves into inspired design objects, and for Fonda, he created three patchwork panels dyed with pigments made from crushed cochineal insects and marigolds. In a way, the piece is a stand-in for the paper party flags found in traditional fondas, with its interplay of various colours and gentle movement around the room, but reimagined in a contemporary design context. Laposse also designed ‘Wild Beast’ for the space, a bright pink sloth whose shaggy coat is woven from agave fibres using traditional techniques from Oaxaca.
Other notable design features include the work of MA Estudio, whose founder, Melissa Avila, collaborates with local artisans around Mexico to create her pieces. All the craftsmen and women Avila works with still use ancestral techniques to make their designs, and by creating a new market for their work, Avila hopes to help preserve traditional craftsmanship around Mexico and create a sustainable income opportunity for the artisans.
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‘Every restaurant is an ecosystem,’ says Lastra a day before Fonda’s official opening and what he has done in this case certainly proves that to be true. The food, the atmosphere, the service, the interior designers and the suppliers all work together towards one central goal – to celebrate Mexico as it really is, a place that is, in Lastra’s words, ‘delicious, filled with people who love to have a good time and filled with colour’.
Lastra is located at 12 Heddon St, London W1B 4BZ, fondalondon.com
Mary Cleary is a writer based in London and New York. Previously beauty & grooming editor at Wallpaper*, she is now a contributing editor, alongside writing for various publications on all aspects of culture.
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Café Petiole is a pastel-hued, plant-based haven within Somerset House
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Demanding justice for Abhaya, the West Bengal Doctors’ Forum and Joint Doctors’ Forum of West Bengal and other protesting medical organisations in the state organised a “Droho Carnival” (Carnival of Rebellion) in Kolkata today, October 15.
“To demand Justice for Abhaya and RG Kar, to protest against this insensitive-heartless State Administration, Joint Platform of Doctors is requesting to people from all walks of lives including all doctors to actively participate in the DROHA CARNIVAL (.sic),” the announcement post by the WBDF read.
However, the Carnival did not have a smooth start, as the West Bengal Police imposed Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) (formerly Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure) on October 14 in the city. This development came as the Droho Carnival clashed with the Durga Puja Immersion Carnival that took place in the city today.
According to the Police order, no rallies, meetings, processions, dharna, demonstrations and gatherings were allowed "to ensure immediate prevention of breach of peace, disturbances of the public tranquillity in the said area in view of the larger public interest.”
Later in the day, the Kolkata High Court set aside this order, upon prayers by junior doctors challenging the imposition of Section 163, clearing the way for people to participate in the Droho Carnival.
Visuals of the Carnival circulating on social media show thousands at the protest, with the citizens of Kolkata arriving at the protest site in droves to express their solidarity with the doctors, who have been on an indefinite hunger strike for the past 11 days.
People in the protest can be seen holding up signs, playing the dhol (traditional drums) and sloganeering, demanding justice for Abhaya.
Here are some visuals:
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Kinich is a strong Natlan hero who can be ascended to Level 90 in Genshin Impact. You'll need to take down a powerful boss and explore the vast land of Natlan to power this guy up to his highest potential.
Genshin Impact: All Kachina Ascension Materials
The little hero Kachina needs her ascension materials to get stronger in Genshin Impact.
All Kinich Ascension Materials
In order to completely ascend Kinich in Genshin Impact, you'll need the following materials:
- 1 Nagadus Emerald Sliver
- 9 Nagadus Emerald Fragment
- 9 Nagadus Emerald Chunk
- 6 Nagadus Emerald Gemstone
- 18 Juvenile Fang
- 30 Seasoned Fang
- 36 Tyrant's Fang
- 168 Saurian Claw Succulent
- 46 Overripe Flamegranate
- 420,000 Mora
Where to Find Nagadus Emerald Elements and Fangs
In order to get the various Nagadus Emerald elements from Slivers to Gemstones, there are four bosses you'll want to take down. They include the Dendro Hypostasis, Jadeplume Terrorshroom, Guardian of Apep's Oasis, and the Kongamato. If you decide to take on the Kongamato, get a Pyro character on your team before continuing.
To get the various fangs, eliminate the various creatures within Natlan. For the Fangs, you can take out the cute animals such as Yumasaurus Koholasaurus, Tepetilisaurus, and Yumkasaurus. The whelps also drop these resources.
Overripe Flamegranate Location
Overripe Flamegranate is retrieved from taking on the Kongamato boss. It's located southwest of the Sulfurous Veins and east of the Stadium of the Sacred Flame. It's a fairly easy boss, thankfully. Dodge its spin attacks and take down the plants that spawn with Pyro attacks to stop them from eating and spitting out a fiery attack.
Saurian Claw Succulent Location
Saurian Claw Succulent can be found north of the Tepeacac Rise and around the Sulfurous Veins. It's also around the middle of the valley between these two locations. They have brown stems with fiery lines within them. The plant itself has a blue tip with red and orange sections of the petals. You can find quite a few around the pond near the checkpoint at the Sulforous Veins. They usually spawn in nearby bushes and ponds of water.
Ascension Materials for Kachina
If you've played Natlan's storyline, you likely have unlocked Kachina as a playable character. She also needs Overripe Flamegranates from the Kongamato boss, so you'll have to fight that enemy many times to ascend both characters fully. Kachina also needs Prithiva Topaz resources, Quenepa Berries, and Whistles from a bunch of enemies such as the Forged Sand warriors and Flowing Blade enemies. Good luck trying to ascend both characters. You may want to ascend the bow and arrow user Amber.
Genshin Impact: Capybara Boss Location
This capybara boss is adorable in Genshin Impact but don't underestimate it.
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Cream cheese, coconut Irish Potato Candy
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Let me introduce you to Irish potato candy. While they may look like potatoes, they’re actually made from a sweet and sugary combination of cream cheese and coconut rolled in cinnamon.
Ingredients
- 4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2.5 cups sweetened coconut flakes
- 1.5 tbsp ground cinnamon (or cocoa powder)
Instructions
- Combine cream cheese, butter, vanilla, and salt in a mixing bowl. Use a mixer with a paddle attachment or an electric hand mixer. Mix on medium speed until nice and fluffy and smooth (takes about 2-3 minutes). When done, make sure you scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula.
- Then mix at low speed while adding the powdered sugar really slowly. Then increase the speed back up to medium and mix for about 1 minute until smooth. Scrape down those sides again with the spatula.
- Then add the coconut and mix on low speed until it’s well combined.
- Line a baking sheet with waxed paper or spray the baking sheet with vegetable oil. Scoop the coconut mixture out with a tablespoon onto the baking sheet. They can be close together but don’t let them get too friendly and touch each other.
- When you have used up all the mixture, put the sheets in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Put the cinnamon in a small bowl or plate. Roll the coconut balls into potatoes. Coat in the cinnamon by gently rolling those little beauties in the powder. Put each candy back on the sheet and repeat.
- Refrigerate until you are ready to serve.
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As per provisional closing, the S&P BSE Sensex was down 152.93 points or 0.19% to 81,820.12. The Nifty 50 index fell 70.60 points or 0.28% to 25,057.35.
In the broader market, the S&P BSE Mid-Cap index rose 0.25% and the S&P BSE Small-Cap index added 1.05%.
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The market breadth was positive. On the BSE, 2,077 shares rose and 1,876 shares fell. A total of 111 shares were unchanged.
The NSE's India VIX, a gauge of the market's expectation of volatility over the near term, rose 0.05% to 13.
Economy:
The Government of India (GoI) has announced the sale (re-issue) of 7.02% Government Security 2031 for a notified amount of Rs 10,000 crore (nominal), 7.23% Government Security 2039 for a notified amount of Rs 13,000 crore (nominal) and 7.09% Government Security 2054 for a notified amount of Rs 10,000 crore (nominal), through price based auction using multiple price method.
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GoI will have the option to retain additional subscription up to Rs 2,000 crore against each security mentioned above. The auctions will be conducted by the Reserve Bank of India, Mumbai Office, Fort, Mumbai on October 18, 2024 (Friday). Up to 5% of the notified amount of the sale of the securities will be allotted to eligible individuals and institutions as per the Scheme for Non-Competitive Bidding Facility in the Auction of Government Securities.
New Listing:
Shares of Garuda Construction and Engineering closed at Rs 106.83 on the BSE, representing a premium of 12.45% as compared with the issue price of Rs 95.
The scrip was listed at Rs 103.20, exhibiting a premium of 8.63% to the issue price.
The stock has hit a high of 120.73 and a low of 100.30. On the BSE, over 32.50 lakh shares of the company were traded in the counter.
IPO Update:
The initial public offer (IPO) of Hyundai Motor India received bids for 1,60,46,072 shares as against 9,97,69,810 shares on offer, according to stock exchange data at 15:15 IST on Tuesday (15 October 2024). The issue was subscribed 0.16 times.
The issue opened for bidding on Tuesday (15 October 2024) and it will close on Thursday (17 October 2024). The price band of the IPO is fixed between Rs 1,865 to Rs 1,960 per share. An investor can bid for a minimum of 7 equity shares and in multiples thereof.
Buzzing Index:
The Nifty Metal index fell 1.44% to 9,762.05. The index fell 1.27% in two trading sessions.
National Aluminium Company (down 3.07%), Steel Authority of India (down 2.58%), Jindal Steel & Power (down 2.43%), NMDC (down 2.23%), Hindalco Industries (down 2.13%), Vedanta (down 1.98%), Tata Steel (down 1.73%), Hindustan Copper (down 1.61%), Hindustan Zinc (down 1.2%) and JSW Steel (down 1.1%) edged lower.
On the other hand, Jindal Stainless (up 0.62%) ,Welspun Corp (up 0.51%) and Adani Enterprises (up 0.06%) edged higher.
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Reliance Industries (RIL) declined 2.05% after the company reported 3.6% fall in consolidated net profit to Rs 19,101 crore in Q2 FY25 from Rs 19,820 crore in Q2 FY24. Gross revenue rose by 0.8% year-over-year to Rs 258,027 crore in the second quarter. Oil to Chemicals (O2C) revenue improved with higher volumes and increased domestic placement of products.
HCL Technologies rose 0.58%. The companys consolidated net profit fell 0.52% to Rs 4,237 crore in Q2 FY25 as compared with Rs 4,259 crore in Q1 FY25. Revenue from operations increased 2.87% YoY to Rs 28,862 crore during the quarter.
Angel One soared 17.88% after the company reported 39.05% jump in consolidated net profit (from continuing operations) to Rs 423.38 crore in Q2 FY25 as against Rs 304.46 crore recorded in Q2 FY24. Revenue from operations increased 44.55% YoY to Rs 1,514.70 crore in Q2 FY25.
International Travel House (ITHL) jumped 4.79% after the companys standalone net profit jumped 31.97% to Rs 7.43 crore in Q2 FY25 as against Rs 5.63 crore posted in Q2 FY24. Revenue from operations grew 14.93% year on year (YoY) to Rs 60.94 crore in the quarter ended 30 September 2024.
Sunteck Realty jumped 7.56% after the company said that it has recorded 32.66% increase in pre-sales to Rs 524 crore in Q2 FY25 from Rs 395 crore in Q2 FY24.
RPP Infra Projects was locked in upper circuit of 5% after the company said that it has received letter of acceptance worth Rs 217.61 crore from Chief Engineer, Konkan & Project Director (EAP) Mumbai.
KPI Green Energy rose 0.96%. The company announced that it has signed power purchase agreements (PPAs) with Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam (GUVNL) for 620MW AC (917MW DC) renewable energy project.
Lupin rose 0.31%. The pharma major has announced the launch of the first generic version of Prednisolone Acetate Ophthalmic Suspension in the United States.
Landmark Cars added 2.03% after the company reported 13.84% increase in total revenue from operations to Rs 1,275 crore in Q2 FY25 from Rs 1,120 crore in Q2 FY24.
Global Markets:
Most European shares declined on Tuesday. The U.K.s statistics agency said average wages excluding bonuses rose 4.9% year on year across June to August, cooling slightly from 5.1% in May to July.
Most Asian stocks ended higher tracking record highs on Wall Street as the third-quarter earnings season approached, while Chinese stocks fell amid waning optimism over new fiscal stimulus.
Investors assessed trade data out of South Korea, which showed trade surplus surging to $6.7 billion in September, up from $3.7 billion in August.
Japanese shares climbed as sentiment was buoyed by reports that Tokyo Metro raised $2.3 billion in the countrys biggest initial public offering in six years.
A rally in technology shares spurred record highs on Wall Street on Monday, with focus turning to a string of key upcoming earnings and economic readings. The S&P 500 rose 0.77% to a record high of 5,859.85 points, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.47% to a record high of 43,065.22 points on Monday. The NASDAQ Composite rose 0.87% to 18,502.64, and was back in sight of peaks hit earlier this year.
Investors will watch for crucial economic data this week, notably the September retail sales figures, for clues on the financial health of U.S. consumers.
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Lieutenant-Governor V.K. Saxena has approved the acquisition of land measuring 1688 square metre (sq. mt) at Khanpur village in south Delhi on Tuesday. This will clear the hurdles in the completion of Aerocity - Tughlakabad corridor of Metro Phase-I, lying unresolved since 2020.
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The L-G has also approved the transfer of land measuring 1600 sq. mt. belonging to the Education Department for a year to DMRC in lieu of a rent of ₹13.37 lakh. This decision will facilitate the construction of inter-change station on the RK Ashram - Majlis Park and Indraprastha - Inder Lok corridors of the Delhi Metro.
This vacant land will be used for construction activities for development of the underground station at Idgah Road, to be named as Nabi Karim Metro Station. The underground station will be constructed below the piece of land being transferred to DMRC and once the construction is completed, it will be handed back to the Education Department.
The land to be acquired at Khanpur has been pending for more than four years and once the acquisition takes place, the Aerocity - Tughlakabad Metro corridor will be completed in a period of about one year. This in turn will make it easy for people commuting from densely populated colonies of south-east Delhi to the airport and other locations and in the process, address the issue of traffic jams on the Mehrauli - Badarpur Road.
Similarly, once developed, the Nabi Karim inter-change station will help seamless metro travel for people commuting on the heavily traversed RK Ashram - Majlis Park and Indraprastha - Inder Lok corridors of the Delhi Metro.
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Baltic Horizon Fund Publishes Its NAV For September 2024
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10/15/2024 11:45:58 AM
(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) The net asset value (NAV) per unit of the Baltic Horizon Fund (the Fund) amounted to EUR 0.7099 at the end of September 2024 (0.8011 as of 31 August 2024). The month-end total net asset value of the Fund was EUR 101.9 million (EUR 95.8 million as of 31 August 2024). The EPRA NRV as of 30 September 2024 stood at EUR 0.7510 per unit.
In September 2024, the Baltic Horizon Fund successfully completed the private placement and issued 23,927,085 new units corresponding to a gross value of EUR 6.29 million.
In September 2024, the consolidated net rental income of the Fund remained at the level of EUR 1.0 million (EUR 1.0 million in August 2024).
At the end of September 2024, the Fund's consolidated cash and cash equivalents amounted to EUR 10.0 million (31 August 2024: EUR 3.9 million). As of 30 September 2024, the total consolidated assets of the Fund were EUR 256.8 million (31 August 2024: EUR 249.8 million).
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Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan (SOA) Deemed-to-be University today, Tuesday, October 15, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bengaluru-based Hydenmet Solutions for taking up joint programmes to generate knowledge in agriculture and enable farmers to get affordable access to cutting edge precision farming solutions.
The major aim of the collaboration is to generate knowledge in effective monitoring of various crops from seeding to harvest, compare real-time condition of crops with documented intelligence to derive the most accurate advisory for managing water-stress, nutrition stress, pests, diseases, insect and fungus attacks and ensure maximum yield of good quality produce.
To achieve this objective, a number of research project proposals along with outreach activities including seminars and workshops would be conducted with clear goals, approaches, deliverables, timeline and financial inputs to be jointly worked out between the two parties, stated a press release from the institute.
As per the MoU, Hydenmet Solutions will install one automatic weather station and any other crop or soil Internet of Things (IoT) sensor as required in SOA’s farm and roll out Hydenmet Solution’s Smart Technology-Based Agriculture Enabler (STAGE) platform to monitor the same.
It will also provide necessary technical manpower and facilities at its manufacturing plants for conducting trials relevant to the identified projects.
Besides, experts from Hydenmet Solutions shall facilitate visits of faculty and students of SOA to its manufacturing plants in connection with the identified projects and participate in the training of students.
Both parties will also work for the improvement of the farming community of the state in association with the Farmer Producers’ Organisation (FPO).
The signing of the MoU was coordinated by Girija Patel, Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of Hydenmet Solutions.
Jeevan Sangram Dash, Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Hydenmet Solutions and Prof Santosh Kumar Rout, Dean of Institute of Agricultural Sciences, SOA’s faculty of agriculture; Prof RK Panda, Director, SOA’s Centre for Climate Smart Agriculture; and Pramod Kumar Panda, SOA’s Chief Administrative Officer, were present during the signing of the MoU, stated the press release.
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Ratings for Kemper KMPR were provided by 5 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Kemper, revealing an average target of $79.2, a high estimate of $85.00, and a low estimate of $71.00. This current average has increased by 4.49% from the previous average price target of $75.80.
Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration
The perception of Kemper by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
Key Insights:
- Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Kemper. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.
- Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of Kemper compared to the broader market.
- Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for Kemper's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Kemper's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
Stay up to date on Kemper analyst ratings.
About Kemper
Kemper Corp is a diversified insurance company that provides services in property and casualty insurance, along with life and health insurance. The company's property and casualty segment offers personal and commercial lines for home and automotive products. The company conducts its operations through two operating segments: Specialty Property & Casualty Insurance, and Life Insurance.
Financial Insights: Kemper
Market Capitalization Analysis: Reflecting a smaller scale, the company's market capitalization is positioned below industry averages. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Challenges: Kemper's revenue growth over 3 months faced difficulties. As of 30 June, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -9.2%. This indicates a decrease in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Financials sector.
Net Margin: Kemper's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of 6.62%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Kemper's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 2.87%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Kemper's ROA is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.6%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: With a high debt-to-equity ratio of 0.52, Kemper faces challenges in effectively managing its debt levels, indicating potential financial strain.
Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
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Prince William’s dream comes true as Matt Damon’s Jason Bourne 6 title unveiled
Prince William's dream has come true as Matt Damon's Jason Bourne 6 title has finally been unveiled.
Last week, Prince William asked three-time Jason Bourne movie director Paul Greengrass for another sequel in the spy film franchise.
It turns out that All Quiet on the Western Front’s Edward Berger is directing the next installment, which has been in development since last year.
According to a new Production Weekly listing, the first Jason Bourne movie since 2016 will be titled The Bourne Dilemma.
Interestingly this is not a title of one of the novels, but what about Matt Damon?
Read more... Prince William shut down by Hollywood director as future King requests sequel [LATEST]
Earlier this year, Damon confirmed he planned on starring in the sixth Bourne movie having skipped the fourth with Jeremy Renner.
As a result, the franchise star is all but confirmed to return for at least “one more” outing.
Assuming The Bourne Dilemma shoots in the new year, here’s hoping it will hit cinemas in 2026.
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Shortage of urban and regional planners is holding up approvals amid housing squeeze, industry warns
A critical shortage of urban and regional planners is delaying new housing supply and infrastructure across the country, according to the Planning Institute of Australia.
The peak body sounded the alarm after the Jobs and Skills Australia’s annual Occupation Shortage List this week revealed an insufficient number of urban and regional planners across the country.
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New research from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) identifies a gene mutation associated with resistance to breast cancer treatment, as well as a possible strategy for overcoming the resistance; reports encouraging results for expanding use of a new prostate cancer radiotherapy; determines the radiation level “sweet spot” for avoiding complications treating spinal tumors; and finds that proton therapy is effective against previously treated head and neck cancers.
A new tactic for overcoming breast cancer drug resistance
The most common type of breast cancer, estrogen receptor positive, has been effectively treated with hormone therapy combined with drugs that block cell division called CDK4/6 inhibitors. However, it has been impossible to predict how long people will respond to this drug combination. In some patients, the disease is controlled for years, but in others, the cancer starts progressing again after just a few months. This presents a dilemma for doctors trying to decide whether to scale up or down this treatment regimen.
To understand why resistance emerges, a research team led by physician-scientist Sarat Chandarlapaty, MD, PhD, analyzed samples from thousands of breast cancer patients receiving the combined therapy. They found that tumors with a short-lived response to treatment had a mutation in the p53 gene. The researchers discovered that an enzyme called CDK2 plays a key role in allowing the p53-mutated tumors to begin growing again. Further, working with breast cancer models in the lab, they found that blocking CDK2 and CDK4/6 together could put these p53-mutated tumors into a deep, arrested state.
Researchers are now beginning to test CDK2 inhibitors in combination with CDK4/6 inhibitors in clinical trials at MSK. “This could provide a major advance for the large group of people whose breast cancers have mutations in p53 or related genes,” Dr. Chandarlapaty says.
Read more in Cancer Cell.
Prostate cancer radiotherapy proves effective earlier in treatment course
Patients with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer saw improved disease control and superior quality of life using a therapy called 177Lu-PSMA-617 (Pluvicto®) compared with second-line hormonal approaches, a phase 3 clinical trial led by MSK medical oncologist Michael Morris, MD, found.
In 2022, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved 177Lu-PSMA-617 for patients with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer that had spread despite treatment with an androgen receptor pathway inhibitor (ARPI) and taxane-based chemotherapy. 177Lu-PSMA-617 selectively seeks out a specific protein on the cancer cell surface called PSMA, delivering radiation that destroys the cancer cell. The FDA approval was based on a clinical trial co-led by Dr. Morris.
Results from the new, phase 3 trial potentially expand the use of 177Lu-PSMA-617 to patients who have not yet received taxane therapy. The randomized trial in 468 patients showed that 177Lu-PSMA-617 prolonged progression-free survival (the period when the disease did not progress) in people who received it compared with those given a second ARPI.
“A standard approach for patients with metastatic prostate cancer has been to give an ARPI, and then if that fails, to give a taxane,” Dr. Morris explains. “But some doctors and patients have been delaying taxane therapy due to side effects, and instead switch to a different hormonal therapy. This trial suggests patients will be happier, with fewer side effects and a better quality of life if we proceed straight to 177Lu-PSMA-617.”
Read more in The Lancet.
MSK Presentations at ASTRO Annual Meeting
MSK researchers presented radiation treatment advances at the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) Annual Meeting, which took place September 29–October 2, 2024. Among the highlights:
MSK-led study provides new guidelines to prevent a rare complication from targeted radiation therapy
Stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) is a type of targeted radiation used to treat cancers that have spread (or metastasized) to the lung, liver, and spine, among other places, while minimizing damage to healthy tissue. A rare complication from spine SBRT known as radiation myelitis can cause swelling in the spine, leading to tingling or numbness in the limbs, difficulty maintaining balance, or paralysis. These symptoms can resolve after treatment but sometimes persist. Minimizing the risk of this complication requires new research to create updated dosing guidelines.
A new study led by radiation oncology resident Christopher Jackson, MD, MS, and radiation oncologist and early drug development specialist Daniel Higginson, MD, has provided insights into the optimal SBRT dose for those with spinal metastasis. Their team reviewed the medical records of over 1,400 patients who received SBRT for spinal metastasis, including the radiation dose each patient received, the side effects, and the outcome of treatment. The goal was to find the dosing sweet spot, where patients responded well to treatment without experiencing radiation myelitis.
Based on the data they collected, the study’s authors identified new radiation dose guidelines to minimize the risk of radiation myelitis. These new guidelines will help inform the optimal SBRT delivery for patients with spinal metastasis worldwide.
Read more in the International Journal of Radiation Oncology, Biology, Physics.
Proton therapy effective against previously treated head and neck cancers
A phase 2 clinical trial led by radiation oncologist Nancy Lee, MD, shows that proton therapy can stop the progression of recurrent head and neck cancers that have received previous radiation therapy.
Even after effective treatment, head and neck cancers can return in the same area. If these cancers received radiation the first time, it can be especially challenging to treat them with another round. The cancer becomes resistant, and the surrounding healthy tissue can’t tolerate the additional doses without toxic side effects.
Proton therapy, an advanced, very precise form of radiation using charged particles, can reduce the dose to normal tissues. The phase 2 trial showed that proton therapy can stop these recurrent cancers from growing and extend survival. Among 88 patients, after five years, the cancer had been controlled in 38% of patients, and 32% had survived.
“These are remarkable results for patients who had received multiple lines of other therapy and were quite sick with their disease — and yet we were still able to provide a long-term survival benefit,” Dr. Lee says. “These results suggest proton therapy is an effective, less toxic alternative to standard radiation therapy.”
Read more in the International Journal of Radiation Oncology, Biology, Physics.
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Incumbent District 32 Rep. Wendy Horman being challenged by Democrat Cecile Perez
Published at | Updated atIDAHO FALLS – Rep. Wendy Horman, R-Idaho Falls, is facing a Democratic opponent in her re-election bid for District 32, seat B. Her challenger is Cecile Perez.
The seat is a two-year term. District 32 encompasses the rural part of western Bonneville County.
Horman was first elected in 2012. Details about her campaign are available here.
Click here to learn more about Perez’s campaign.
EastIdahoNews.com sent the same eight questions to each candidate. Their responses, listed below, were required to be 250 words or less. EastIdahoNews.com is publishing the answers in their entirety, and without any grammatical or style editing.
The general election is Nov. 5.
CANDIDATE QUESTIONS AND RESPONSES
Tell us about yourself — include information about your family, career, education, volunteer work, and any prior experience in public office.
Horman: I am a mother of 5, grandmother of 8. I’m married to Briggs and together we own Peak Performance Therapy Services in Ammon.
I currently serve as Chair of the House Appropriations Committee, Co-Chair of the Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee, a member of the Federalism Committee, House Energy, Environment and Technology Committee, and as a member of the executive Legislative Council.
I served on the Bonneville School Board from 2002-2013 and was President of the Idaho School Boards Association in 2007. I am Chairman of the Idaho School Safety and Security Advisory Board. I started the Fine Arts Mini Experience (FAME) program in the Bonneville School District as a parent volunteer.
I was formerly Vice Chair of Education Commission of the States. I have also served as a Commissioner for Idaho on the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education. I serve on the board of the McClure Center for Public Policy Research.
I was named an Idaho Business Review Woman of the Year for 2017.
Boys and Girls Club of Idaho named me their 2023 Champion for Children.
I received the Elevate Award from Mountain States Policy Center in 2024 for my commitment to free markets and education reform.
I am the founder and chair of the Idaho Energy and Technology Caucus and am a Commissioner on Governor Brad Little’s LINE Commission (Leadership in Nuclear Energy).
I have a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Brigham Young University-Idaho.
Perez: I am a mental health professional and advocate, human parent, cat parent, and active member of my community as an activist and organizer. I love the outdoors, and I enjoy camping, hiking, and swimming in this great state of abundant natural beauty. I stay involved in my community in District 32 because I care about the people. I want everyone to thrive and have a chance at upward mobility. I have lived in rural, suburban, and urban areas throughout my life. I have drawn from those experiences to better serve people. I am a third-generation Chicane and queer person.
Why are you seeking political office? Briefly explain your political platform.
Perez: I am running for office because I am driven to serve my community. I care about people and the planet. I believe being a leader is about serving, not to be self-important or to gain recognition. No personal gain should be made at the expense of equity, justice, and democracy. The way forward is for all of us.
Horman: I first ran for office because I want every child to have the opportunity for an excellent
education.
I have been a budget writer for public education for 10 years and sponsored legislation for historic increases in public school funding during that time, including increases in teacher salaries, school employees’ health insurance and school facilities. I co-sponsored H521 this session which will reduce reliance on local property taxes for school buildings and reduced Idaho’s income tax rate. I have also sponsored major legislation supporting charter schools and bills that support parents choosing the learning environment that works best for their child.
I have been a champion for school safety, authoring the Idaho School Safety and Security Act in 2015 and serving as Chairman of the Idaho School Safety and Security Advisory Board.
I have 100% pro-life voting record over 12 years and am endorsed by Idaho Chooses Life.
I have an A rating with the NRA (National Rifle Association). I own a gun and am an NRA member. I will continue to defend the Second Amendment.
I am a Farm Bureau “Friend of Agriculture” for the 2023-24 legislative sessions. I received the Ag All Star Award from the Idaho Food Producers. I have been deeply involved with farmers and businesses this summer to protect our water!
I believe in limited government and have sponsored legislation that created greater fiscal transparency, including a new budget process that improves transparency and will hold state agencies accountable for using your taxpayer dollars effectively.
What are the greatest challenges facing people and communities in your district? What is your plan to meet those challenges?
Horman: Too many Idaho families are struggling to put food on the table and gas in the car. Inflation
continues to hit home for Idahoans. I will continue to work to reign in government spending, eliminate wasteful spending and reduce tax rates, while still supporting funding for education, public safety and improved roads.
I will continue to improve the new accountable and transparent budget process. Idahoans deserve a government that lives within its means and is accountable to taxpayers. Citizens are also deeply concerned about the outrageous spending at the federal level and the growing federal deficit.
Perez: We need to address hunger and poverty in this district. 36% of households in my district are under the ALICE threshold. ALICE stands for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed. It indicates, “families who are unable to afford the basics of housing, child care, food, transportation, health care, and technology.” (United for
ALICE, 2024) We need to accommodate for growth and prepare for future problems caused by climate change. I will focus on affordable housing, supporting small business, investing in agriculture, and investing in clean energy. I also think we need a more empowered workforce through fair wages, access to higher education, and defending the right to unionize.
Have you seen any mistakes made by the Idaho Legislature in recent years? How would you work to correct these errors?
Perez: It has not properly funded education. I would not support school voucher programs because they are a dangerous step towards privatizing education, access to quality public education empowers children, and public education is a great equalizing force in society. Private schools also do not provide adequate support for disabled kids.
The attacks on LGBT+ people are unjust. Why attack a small and marginalized group when we could focus on solving other problems? I support adding the words to give LGBT+ people access to equal rights. Gender affirming care saves youth lives. I would support that.
I support reproductive justice and would reverse the abortion bans. Whether you agree with abortion or not, our extremely restrictive laws have resulted in 1 in 5 OBGYNs leaving Idaho and 1 in 2 high-risk obstetricians leaving Idaho. Maternity wards are also closing. These laws put everyone who gets pregnant and their babies at risk, and it has a disastrous effect on the mental health of those affected.
The library bill restricting minors’ access to “adult” content in libraries is bad for libraries and librarians. An unwritten purpose of this bill was to deem any LGBT+ materials (this could be as simple as having a character in a book who is LGBT+) “pornographic” in nature so that minors could not read those books. The medical consent for minors bill is a bane for parents, medical practitioners, school staff, and children whose care will potentially be delayed. I would do away with these bills.
Horman: Yes. For example, we failed to put some language in an appropriation bill once that would
trigger the release of funds. We fixed it the next session. But the answer to that question is different for every citizen and every legislator. The same bill will cause some people that feel it is a huge mistake and others who think it our greatest accomplishment. This is the beauty of our representative form of government. The people can speak out and we, as their representatives, can respond to concerns in future sessions. There is always the opportunity to refine and improve the laws we pass.
What parts of the state budget could use more funding? Are there places in the budget where cuts could be made?
Horman: A Chairman of the Appropriations Committee, this is exactly the work I do each year – evaluate
this question! The answer is that it’s different every year. We have consistently made huge investments in public schools, especially to teacher salaries during my 10 years on the Joint Finance and Appropriations Committee (JFAC). The average teacher salary in Idaho is now over $61,000.
Because of Medicaid Expansion, the Health and Welfare budget is now the largest overall budget in Idaho and growing at an unsustainable pace. Beyond that, some years transportation needs more funding to repair our roads. Other years, law enforcement and first responders have needs that receive priority funding. The state constantly invests in water storage projects, as well as water infrastructure for cities and counties. During years of surplus, we eliminated all state debt that could be paid off. We have also made huge investment in broadband infrastructure.
This is exactly the job of JFAC and the Legislature – to pass budgets that respond to where increases or decreases are warranted.
Perez: Education is the top contender for more funding. Medicare is a big concern. We have a burgeoning aging population with fewer and fewer young people being born, and we will need to adequately care for them. We should cut property taxes. We need to cut tax breaks for the very wealthy, not give them tax breaks.
What is your position on Idaho’s Proposition 1 ballot initiative that would end closed-party primary elections and create ranked-choice voting?
Perez: I support it. The myth that Prop 1 creates multiple votes per person is just that, a myth. It creates an automatic runoff election. Upper courts have withheld that it counts for one person, one vote. It increases voter turnout and youth voter turnout. It prioritizes people over parties. It’s a major move for voter empowerment.
Horman: I oppose Proposition 1. I believe strongly in One Person, One Vote.
Here are three reasons:
1. The inaccuracy of the fiscal statement. Reclaim Idaho claims that the cost to implement Ranked Choice Voting would be $300,000-600,000. The Idaho Secretary of State issued a letter on July 3, 2024, saying it could cost $25-40 MILLION. I know who I believe. It is the job of the Secretary of State to oversee fair and secure elections in Idaho and I trust him over an activist organization that failed to disclose to voters how much Medicaid Expansion would really cost. That money doesn’t grow on trees. It will come from your pocketbook. If our elections in Idaho were broken, that would be a worthwhile investment. But they aren’t. After Medicaid Expansion passed, I ran legislation to ensure that no ballot initiative would ever pass again in Idaho without a fiscal statement. Yet this one is wrong according to the Secretary of State. It may have been part of a strategy to get enough signatures to put it on the ballot, by saying the cost would be small.
2. The evidence I have studied indicates it won’t eliminate the problem of political polarization can reward extremism. See this study from American Enterprise Institute and this opinionpiece from The Hill.
3. The inaccuracy of the ballot title which claims it is only about Open Primaries when it is also about Ranked Choice Voting.
What is your position on Gov. Brad Little using Idaho State Police resources to bolster security at the United States southern border? How does illegal immigration impact the constituents in your district?
Horman: Under the Biden-Harris open border policies, every state is now a border state. Idahoans are
deeply worried about it. Gov. Little was right to request extra funding for the problems an open border has created. It is contributing to our housing shortage and affordability problems, an increase in human trafficking, and increases in deaths due to fentanyl overdoses. I voted for extra funding for the Idaho State Police to go to the border, receive training, and assist other states in stopping the flow of illegal immigrants and drugs. Law Enforcement needs extra resources to combat this problem which will continue to grow until we close the border to illegal immigrants and strengthen our legal immigration policies. This year I also voted for a bill with strong punishments for trafficking fentanyl, which is coming across our open borders at unprecedented levels.
Perez: I think it is a waste of time, money, and resources. As a Chicane person, this is a personal subject. There are a lot of myths afoot about immigrants from the southern border. Undocumented immigrants cannot access social welfare programs – only people who are lawfully entering the country can access those. Not only that, immigrants use significantly less social welfare programs than native-born people in the US do. And, undocumented immigrants pay taxes when they work, but, again, they do NOT access any social welfare programs.
80.2% of the fentanyl seized at ports of entry to the US comes in with US citizens. According to a report by the CATO institute, immigrants (including illegal immigrants where applicable), are less likely to be incarcerated in prisons,
convicted of crimes, or arrested than native-born Americans.
While it’s unfortunate that undocumented immigration happens the way it does, undocumented immigrants are NOT bringing in drugs, crime, or becoming a drain on society.
A battle over the Eastern Snake Plain Aquifer recharge led to a temporary water curtailment for thousands of acres of farmland in 2024. How should the legislature respond to this issue?
Perez: Make no mistake, the curtailment issue for farmers has been a serious issue. But, there’s only so much I think the legislature should do to help. It is our responsibility to allow experts who have been invested in understanding and solving water management issues for decades in Idaho to speak. I think we should serve as a mediator and find a balance between that and decision-making. Idaho’s farmers deserve better and the water issue in Idaho has complicated moving parts. Both things can be true at the same time; let’s find a solution that really works.
Horman: Decisively. We shouldn’t need a law to prevent the government from shutting off water to our farms while crops are already in the ground, especially when there are other viable solutions for delivering water to senior water right holders. But this summer proved we do need a law preventing such outrageous government overreach. I am working on that legislation now with farmers and businesses to ensure that what happened this summer never happens again. When a single bureaucrat can shut down the economy by shutting off the water in a good water year, devaluing hundreds of thousands of acres of agricultural land, destroying generational family farms, and thereby shuttering banks and businesses and decimating city and county budgets, that is too much power. It is time for the legislature to step in and ensure a measured, thoughtful process for when delivery calls are made on ground water, something the temporary settlement agreements of the past have failed to do. It was Eastern Idaho that was red-tagged this summer, but it will be someone else somewhere else next time. It is the government that needs curtailed in this case, not the water. We must pass legislation that protects water users statewide and prevents such extreme government overreach in the future.
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Sales decline 29.59% to Rs 30.89 crore
Net profit of SG Finserve declined 19.27% to Rs 14.12 crore in the quarter ended September 2024 as against Rs 17.49 crore during the previous quarter ended September 2023. Sales declined 29.59% to Rs 30.89 crore in the quarter ended September 2024 as against Rs 43.87 crore during the previous quarter ended September 2023. ParticularsQuarter EndedSep. 2024Sep. 2023% Var.Sales30.8943.87 -30 OPM %67.3486.41 -PBDT20.8023.31 -11 PBT20.6823.28 -11 NP14.1217.49 -19Powered by Capital Market - Live News
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Twenty-five years after it was introduced when the then Prime Minister A.B. Vajpayee and Railway Minister George Fernandes dedicated Konkan Railway Corporation Ltd. to the nation, the Mangaluru Central-Mumbai LTT-Mangaluru Central Matsyagandha Express will get LHB (Linke-Hofmann-Busch) coaches from February next.
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The late Vajpayee and late Fernandes had flagged off Matsyagandha Express while dedicating KRCL on May 1, 1998, in Mumbai. It was the first passenger service train to run on the completed KRCL network of 741 km. Covering 882.5 km in about 17 hours, the Matsyagandha was a game changer in passenger transportation along the Karnataka coast. Thousands of coastal people settled in Mumbai had to endure either a 30-hour bus journey or 40-hour train travel via Kadur.
While Train No. 12620 Mangaluru Central-Mumbai LTT Express gets LHB coaches from February 17, its pairing service, Train No. 12619 will run with LHB coaches from February 19, 2025, according to Southern Railway’s Palakkad Division. As the service has rake sharing arrangement with Train No 16347/348 Thiruvananthapuram Central-Mangaluru Central-Thiruvananthapuram Express, these services too would get LHB coaches from February 16 and 19 respectively.
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Patrons’ demand
As the Southern Railway continued to operate the services with old ICF rakes, patrons had demanded introduction of LHB rakes for the premium train.
Udupi-Chikkamagaluru MP Kota Srinivas Poojary on August 19 had written to Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stating the Matsyagandha Express was very close to people of coastal Karnataka. It was the first passenger train launched during the commissioning of KRCL network and continues to be a matter of pride for the people along the west coast. While patrons celebrated its silver jubilee last year, the ongoing dissatisfaction with the ageing ICF coaches persists, Mr. Poojary had said.
Rickety coaches
Close on the heels of Mr. Poojary’s letter, the ceiling of a 3-AC coach of Matsyagandha Express fell while a passenger managed to duck in time and avoid getting hurt in August this year. Chinmay Kole was travelling Train No. 12619, Mumbai LTT-Mangaluru Central Matsyagandha Express in B1 coach when the incident occurred. When he was entering the coach after buying snacks at an en-route station, the ceiling fell in, he had said.
Coach composition
Consequent to LHB conversion, the Matsyagandha Express would have four 2-tier AC, two each 3-Tier AC and 3-Tier Economy, eight sleeper class, four general second class, one each brake van cum luggage and one generator car coaches.
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North America (NAFTA) Home & Garden Product Retail Industry Guide With Insights And Forecasts, 2019-2023 & 2024-2028 With Profiles Of 40+ Key Players
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10/15/2024 11:45:58 AM
(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) Dublin, Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Home & Garden Product Retail North America (NAFTA) industry Guide 2019-2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
The NAFTA Home & garden product retail industry profile provides top-line qualitative and quantitative summary information including: market size (value, and forecast to 2028). The profile also contains descriptions of the leading players including key financial metrics and analysis of competitive pressures within the market.
Key Highlights
The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) is a trade agreement between the countries in North America: the US, Canada and Mexico. The home & garden product retail industry within the NAFTA countries had a total market value of $883.54 billion in Mexico was the fastest growing country, with a CAGR of 9.6% over the 2019-23 period. Within the home & garden product retail industry, the US is the leading country among the NAFTA bloc, with market revenues of $800.01 billion in 2023. This was followed by Canada and Mexico, with a value of $47.51 and $36.01 billion, respectively. The US is expected to lead the home & garden product retail industry in the NAFTA bloc, with a value of $897.18 billion in 2028, followed by Canada and Mexico with expected values of $57.62 and $41.12 billion, respectively.
Scope
Save time carrying out entry-level research by identifying the size, growth, major segments, and leading players in the NAFTA home & garden product retail market Use the Five Forces analysis to determine the competitive intensity and therefore attractiveness of the NAFTA home & garden product retail market Leading company profiles reveal details of key home & garden product retail market players' NAFTA operations and financial performance Add weight to presentations and pitches by understanding the future growth prospects of the NAFTA home & garden product retail market with five year forecasts Compares data from the US, Canada and Mexico, alongside individual chapters on each country
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What was the size of the NAFTA home & garden product retail market by value in 2023? What will be the size of the NAFTA home & garden product retail market in 2028? What factors are affecting the strength of competition in the NAFTA home & garden product retail market? How has the market performed over the last five years? What are the main segments that make up the NAFTA home & garden product retail market?
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1 Introduction
1.1. What is this report about?
1.2. Who is the target reader?
1.3. How to use this report
1.4. Definitions
2 NAFTA Home & Garden Product Retail
2.1. Industry Outlook
3 Home & Garden Product Retail in Canada
3.1. Market Overview
3.2. Market Data
3.3. Market Segmentation
3.4. Market outlook
3.5. Five forces analysis
4 Macroeconomic Indicators
4.1. Country data
5 Home & Garden Product Retail in Mexico
5.1. Market Overview
5.2. Market Data
5.3. Market Segmentation
5.4. Market outlook
5.5. Five forces analysis
6 Macroeconomic Indicators
6.1. Country data
7 Home & Garden Product Retail in The United States
7.1. Market Overview
7.2. Market Data
7.3. Market Segmentation
7.4. Market outlook
7.5. Five forces analysis
8 Macroeconomic Indicators
8.1. Country data
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Delhi Coaching Centre deaths: Ample Evidence to nab the accused, says CBI
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) informed a Delhi court today, Tuesday, October 15, that there is ample evidence to prosecute those involved in the death case related to the flooding of a coaching institute in Old Rajinder Nagar.
The incident occurred during a torrential downpour in the national capital which caused flooding in the basement of coaching institute Rau's IAS Study Circle, which led to the tragic deaths of civil services aspirants.
Principal District and Sessions Judge Anju Bajaj Chandna reviewed the CBI's request to take cognisance of a chargesheet filed in the case. Among those named are Abhishek Gupta, CEO of Rau's IAS Study Circle, and its coordinator, Deshpal Singh, according to a report by PTI.
The defence counsel contested the CBI's assertions, claiming the chargesheet was incomplete. Following these discussions, the court set the next hearing for October 29 to determine whether to accept the chargesheet.
Tragically, three civil services aspirants — Shreya Yadav (25) from Uttar Pradesh, Tanya Soni (25) from Telangana, and Nevin Delvin (24) from Kerala — drowned in the flooded basement of the institute on July 27 this year.
The Supreme Court had previously described coaching centres as "death chambers" and issued notices to the Centre and the Delhi government regarding the situation.
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HCI Group HCI has been analyzed by 4 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $138.5, with a high estimate of $145.00 and a low estimate of $119.00. A negative shift in sentiment is evident as analysts have decreased the average price target by 0.18%.
Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive HCI Group. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
Key Insights:
- Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to HCI Group. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.
- Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of HCI Group compared to the broader market.
- Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of HCI Group's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of HCI Group's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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Get to Know HCI Group Better
HCI Group Inc is engaged in the property and casualty insurance business through two Florida domiciled insurance companies, Homeowners Choice Property & Casualty Insurance Company (HCPCI) and TypTap Insurance Company (TypTap). Both HCPCI and TypTap are authorized to underwrite various homeowners' property and casualty insurance products and allied lines business in the state of Florida and other states. The operating segments of the group are HCPCI insurance operations, TypTap Group, Real estate operations, and Corporate and other. It derives key revenue from the HCPCI Insurance operation segment.
HCI Group: A Financial Overview
Market Capitalization Analysis: Below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a smaller scale relative to peers. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: HCI Group displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 62.05%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Financials sector.
Net Margin: HCI Group's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 25.21%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): HCI Group's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 12.34% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): HCI Group's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 2.77%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: The company faces challenges in debt management with a debt-to-equity ratio higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 0.52, caution is advised due to increased financial risk.
The Basics of Analyst Ratings
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Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
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Watch your step, for you’ve just entered the Graveyard. Inside, we’ll be digging up games that have long been without a pulse. You’ll see both good and bad souls unearthed every month as we search through the more… forgotten…parts of history.
The original Speed Racer was something of a legend in the anime world as it was not only a huge gateway anime for North American audiences, but it also had the cast working for next to nothing and Peter Fernandez doing a ton of voice work for free since he was already there doing translation for the theme alongside voice over direction, and they would be over-budget if he hadn't made that sacrifice. It wound up leading to one of the most memorable dubs in anime history due to the overabundance of dialogue squeezed into the lip flaps and enabled the series to be such a part of pop culture that it has been parodied regularly for the past sixty years. In that time, it's also had a few new TV series, but none of them really gained traction like the original. The franchise's biggest original part of pop culture since the first series was the 2008 live-action/CG-blended movie from the Wachowskis.
A World Bathed in Color
Gaming-wise, there were a couple of releases based on the original, including a 16-bit version that blended a side-scroller and a racing game and a 3D PS1 game that fell short of what most arcade-style racers were delivering, but planted the seeds for what would come with Speed Racer on the PS2 and Wii. With a neon-soaked world from the movie alongside some areas inspired by the real world, it's a visual treat in every way and remains a flashy trick-centric racer that hasn't been topped fifteen years later.
Go Speed Racer Go!
Sidhe's prior game GripShift on the PSP and 360 via XBLA served as a nice foundation to work from and playing that this month is actually what led me to wanting to give this another go-round. I remember enjoying it a lot on the PS2, but the Wii version only having motion support was a killer when I rented it back in the day, so the PS2 version won the vote for a replay. The fast-paced racing action has held up remarkably well. There's a ton of variety in the combat as a whole and it's impressive to see just what you can chain together to create magic and get a first-place finish.
With a neon-soaked world from the movie alongside some areas inspired by the real world, it's a visual treat in every way and remains a flashy trick-centric racer that hasn't been topped fifteen years later.
Terrifying Tunnels
Car-fu returns from GripShift and enables the right stick to send the player soaring around the track, while the face buttons enable things like an F-Zero X spin attack with X that has a risk/reward system in place. It can cover a wide amount of track space at the expense of usually putting you at an angle -- or even facing the wrong direction upon making impact. This means that you could be a sitting duck for enemy attacks or wind up driving in the wrong direction if you aren't careful. Generally you will slow down a bit even with a proper hit, so using the spin attack is best-served as a last-ditch attack during an early lap to ensure you aren't stuck in the last lap later in the race with no way to recover.
Crazy Visual Effects
The better attack strategy is to make use for the left-and-right shunt attack. Like Road Rash, Square sends you left and Circle sends you right, so you only have to keep in mind their directional location on the controller to easily remember how to deal out quick damage. You just have to be careful to only hit foes because you do have on-track allies and hitting them will strip points from you, and in grand prix mode, that could cost you a win and result in also getting nasty speech bubbles.
Vehciular Mayhem
One great thing with this title is that the franchise's back and forth on-track conversations are replicated with top-left speech bubbles that do an impressive job at conveying what's going on during the race. If you hit an ally, they'll be rightfully angry with you and it's up to you to right wrongs if you truly care as a player to have them aid you with things like taking out foes or giving you a slipstream to work with. Unlike most action-centric racing games, this has a Tony Hawk-style rick-centric focus allowing you to take out more foes at one time or flip in mid-air right into things like a speed boost pad on the track or flip to avoid enemy attacks. You can also do things like nail a perfect boost to start and get a jump on your rivals. There's a ton of action on-screen and a lot to enjoy thanks to how well-crafted the core gameplay is and it's a shame the game never got a higher-end console release beyond the 4:3 PS2 and Wii.
A Vibrant World
The neon-soaked and lens flare-covered world of the movie is nicely replicated in the game, with a ton of color at every turn. It's interesting seeing this game after watching the recent UFC at Sphere because there's a lot of shared design language for both. In each instance, the world is bathed in color and something is always happening. One stage may have you in a desert-themed area, while the next bathes you in a neon purple and blue track with purple shapes all around the artificial sky. It's remarkable seeing the movie, then seeing that show and playing this game and seeing how much of what they were aiming for fifteen years ago applies to what's in the world now.
Neon Nightmare
The look of the tracks themselves is very much akin to F-Zero X and GX, with gradients throughout the track alongside having a clear and brightly-colored barrier for the track. Some tracks feature a solid color throughout the racing surface, while others cover it in patterns and bold colors. It allows this game to stand out far more than one would think it still should, and it shines a light on how few games have really tried to push the boundaries visually like this did. It's rare to think of a license helping a developer create a visual experience that's more unique than something they could come up with on their own, but the visuals here trounce anything seen in GripShift and sticking to the movie's visual style helped a ton when it comes to creating a world that stands out.
The soundtrack is a different kind of great than the original anime. That was more of a silly soundtrack with a bit of corniness thrown in, while this is more rock-centric with a fast pace to it that matches the on-track action. The on-track quips from your fellow racers help add a sense of this being a race that's in their world. The impressive thing is that they're all voiced, which aids the effect even more. You'll see them shift as the race goes on and that goes double for allies you smack into trying to take out rivals -- they'll get annoyed and call you out for hitting them.
Speed Racer accomplishes far more than it should in theory thanks to the dev team taking their existing rock-solid foundation and using the license to make the experience better. Usually a license acts as a restriction on the gameplay, but that isn't the case here. The license is used to add a ton of life to the world, with on-track antics like shunting and flip attacks ensuring that every race is action-packed. There's also a steady stream of unlockables like new characters and mirrored tracks to keep things fresh and the amount of variety offered up is impressive. It's a real shame the license means we'll likely never get a re-release of it with HD-level textures and graphics, but it still looks great even given its limits being on older hardware and is a must-play for action-racing fans.
Graveyard: Shox
Shox was an EA BIG highlight and offers the kinds of racing thrills and excitement that are rarely seen today.
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If you're an individual seller (not a business) then, getting started is no big feat
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Have you seen those short, choppy videos on social media of how you can build your business empire by selling items on e-commerce platforms?
If you're feeling inspired, you can get started pretty soon!
Registering on Amazon as an individual seller is no big feat as basic documentation is required along with registration.
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Here is everything you need to start selling on Amazon:
If you're an individual who wants to sell products on Amazon, here is everything you will need:
If you have a registered business in the UAE and want to sell products through it. You will need your Trade Licence and, if you are a legal representative or an account manager, you will need to submit a Power of Attorney.
Please note, the individual plan is only applicable if less than 40 units are being sold every month.
Registering on the website is fairly simple and easy to navigate. In order to register, you will need a business email address or a customer account on the e-commerce website.
The next step would be to decide which plan you need:
The e-commerce website offers two different plans to cater to different kinds of sellers.
Individual plans offer basic amenities for those who plan to sell lesser than 40 items a month and don't need advanced selling tools or programmes.
Professional plans are for those sellers who will be able to sell more than 40 units of their products in a month and who need access to APIs and other selling reports. It will also be required for those who wish to use the platform's bulk tools or advertising services.
At the time of publishing, the e-commerce platform is offering professional plans for free – in a limited-time offer.
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Ukraine 'losing positions' in Kursk as Putin throws everything at Russian front
Russian sources have claimed that forces have recaptured positions in the region with one expert claiming "Ukraine is on the verge of losing the war".
Ukraine has suffered a major setback on the Kursk front inside Russia as Putin throws everything he can at the front to repel the incursion.
Russian sources have claimed that Russian forces recaptured positions in Kursk Oblast. Putin’s soldiers have also conducted an assault in the Kurakhove direction and made advances northeast of Vuhledar in Ukraine's Donetsk Oblast.
The situation on multiple frontlines has prompted fears of catastrophe in Ukraine.
A defence source told the Daily Express: "I was speaking to a very senior British Army officer today.
"He told me that Ukraine is on the verge of losing the war against Russia. It’s very serious."
Russian sources claimed that Russian forces recaptured positions in Kursk Oblast.
— Institute for the Study of War (@TheStudyofWar) October 15, 2024
Ukrainian forces recently regained positions in central Toretsk.
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The Institute for the Study of Was (ISW), a leading Washington-based thinktank covering the conflict gave an update on the situation in Kursk.
Writing on X, the ISW said: “Russian sources claimed that Russian forces recaptured positions in Kursk Oblast. Ukrainian forces recently regained positions in central Toretsk.
“Russian forces recently conducted a reduced battalion-sized mechanised assault in the Kurakhove direction and recently made confirmed advances northeast of Vuhledar.”
Meanwhile, shocking new photos have also emerged after a brutal Russian rocket strike on Ukraine left a city up in flames.
The missiles sent to the southern city of Mykolaiv killed one person and injured 16 others in the early hours of today, Tuesday, October 15. Mykolaiv is about 37 miles from the front line in Kherson Oblast, and the wider Mykolaiv Oblast.
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Russian forces used S-300 anti-aircraft missiles to hit the city at around 2.30am local time. Multiple fires erupted around the city - some spanning between 30 and 1,400 square metres.
Governor Vitalii Kim announced that an industrial facility, a restaurant complex, shops, residential buildings and cars had been damaged in the blasts. First responders were able to extinguish the terrifying fires in the residential district, according to the State Emergency Service.
Kim said the Russian first-person view (FPV) drones were downed during the night over Mykolaiv Oblast.
The Mykolaiv Regional State Administration wrote on Facebook: "At night, October 15, around 02:30, the enemy attacked the city, previously rockets type c-300.
"Damaged infrastructure object, restaurant complex, trading pavilions, residential buildings and cars. Fires broke out, elimination measures are underway.
"As a result of the gunfire killed a woman, 16 people were injured, three of them were given ambulance care."
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Property leader Ian Armstrong backs calls for earlier, easier access to Housing Indemnity Insurance
WA’s newly recognised Property Leader of the Year, Ian Armstrong, has thrown his weight behind calls for lengthy home builds to trigger access to Housing Indemnity Insurance.
Speaking days after being recognised by the Property Council’s highly-coveted award, he said it was not fair that many customers were being forced to wait several years for their homes.
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Starbucks is scaling back discounts and promotions
Published atNEW YORK (CNN) — Expect to see fewer promotions at Starbucks.
The coffee chain is scaling back promotional offers through its mobile app to get customers to pay full price for its coffees and teas, the Wall Street Journal first reported Monday and confirmed by CNN. The move is part of new CEO Brian Niccol’s strategy to reposition Starbucks as a premium brand while also reducing the strain on employees, who get flooded with work when promotions are high.
The company in September offered extra loyalty points on Tuesdays and deals on several drink purchases on Saturdays. This was a shift from deeper discounts that spanned many months earlier this year, like “buy one, get one free” and 50% off.
Starbucks also isn’t planning to run broad offers during the holiday season, and instead aims to promote seasonal drinks through advertising, the Journal noted.
In the past, Starbucks had mostly avoided coffee promotion but ramped them up earlier this year to lure back customers.
It’s now reversing that strategy — one of the first major moves under Niccol, who took over in September. Starbucks’ sales have fallen for two straight quarters.
Infrequent customers that typically visit in the afternoons and customers ages 18 to 29 have drifted away from Starbucks recently, Bank of America analysts said in a research note last week.
Niccol wants to make Starbucks (SBUX) a coffee shop again, not just an online-driven business.
Niccol said in a letter last month to employees and customers that he wants to return Starbucks to its roots as a “community coffeehouse” with comfortable seats, improved design and a clear distinction between “to-go” and “for-here” service.
“There’s a shared sense that we have drifted from our core,” he said. “We’re committed to elevating the in-store experience — ensuring our spaces reflect the sights, smells and sounds that define Starbucks.”
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Luke Thompson discovers England fate as Super League Grand Final ban appeal verdict delivered
Wigan Warriors forward Luke Thompson will miss England’s first Test match against Samoa this autumn having been unsuccessful in his appeal against a one-match ban picked up following the Super League Grand Final.
Thompson played an eye-watering 76 minutes in last Saturday night’s showpiece at Old Trafford as Wigan beat Hull KR 9-2 to retain the Super League title.
He received votes in the poling for the Rob Burrow Award, which was won by team-mate Bevan French.
But come Monday, the Match Review Panel handed the prop a suspension, charging him with Grade B Dangerous Contact for a late hit on the passer during the Grand Final.
Luke Thompson discovers England fate as Super League Grand Final ban appeal verdict delivered
With suspensions carrying over into international fixtures, Thompson’s ban meant he would miss the first of England’s two games against Samoa.
And having seen his suspension upheld at a tribunal on Tuesday evening, that will remain the case, with the powerhouse missing the clash with Samoa at Wigan’s ‘The Brick Community Stadium’ on October 27.
The RFL confirmed the same with a press release which read: “The Tribunal rejected a challenge from Luke Thompson of Wigan Warriors against the grading of a Grade B dangerous Contact (late hit on passer) charge from the Warriors victory in the Betfred Super League Grand Final. Thompson is therefore to serve a one-match suspension and the club loses the £500 bond.”
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76ers forward Paul George’s hyperextended left knee ‘checks out OK,’ coach Nick Nurse says
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George didn’t appear to suffer any long-term damage to a hyperextended left knee suffered in a preseason game. Coach Nick Nurse said everything checked out OK in George’s initial exam. George attended Tuesday’s practice and was scheduled for more tests later in the day. Even before the injury, George wasn’t scheduled to play in Wednesday’s preseason game against Brooklyn. Nurse said there was no additional timetable for how long George could be out and more would be known after additional imaging is completed.
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Inside every cell, a network of tiny filaments, called the microtubule cytoskeleton, helps maintain the cell's shape, allows it to divide, and transports vital materials from one part of the cell to another. The filaments that form this network, termed microtubules, are hollow tubes that act as scaffold structures and transport tracks. Scientists have long been curious about how cells control the formation of these microtubules, a process essential for healthy cell function and division. This is an important question, since microtubules are also a prime target used for chemotherapy to kill cancer cells.
Two research teams, one at the Institute for Research in Biomedicine (IRB Barcelona), led by Dr. Jens Lüders, and one at the Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Oncológicas (CNIO), led by Dr. Oscar Llorca, have now made an important breakthrough in understanding how cells generate the microtubules that form their internal skeleton. Their findings, published in Developmental Cell, shed light on how a protein called CDK5RAP2 activates the microtubule nucleator γ-tubulin ring complex (γTuRC), a key component of this skeleton-building process, helping cells organize their interior and divide properly.
"Key to the success of this project was that we were able to reconstitute the activation of the microtubule nucleator gTuRC in vitro, providing us with sufficient amounts of high quality material for the cryo-EM analysis", comments Dr. Jens Lüders, head of the Microtubule Organization in Cell Proliferation and Differentiation lab at IRB Barcelona.
This work is a beautiful example of how visualizing individual molecules at high-resolution using cryo-EM and the subsequent processing of this information using neural network-based algorithms can reveal large molecules in action and how they work."
Dr. Oscar Llorca, from the Macromolecular Complexes in DNA Damage Response Group at CNIO
Building the cell's framework
Microtubules are like scaffold structures, and just like when constructing a building, the cell needs to assemble them in the right places, in the right orientation, and at the right times. This job is handled by γTuRC, which acts like a template for assembling the first pieces of the microtubule.
However, in its ground state gTuRC is not perfectly shaped for functioning as a template, and for years scientists have been puzzled about how γTuRC may take on the correct shape to start the building process. Researchers have now shown that CDK5RAP2 plays a central role in this process by binding to γTuRC and stimulating its activity. The protein attaches to five key sites on the γTuRC, helping it take on a more symmetrical, microtubule-like structure, which enables efficient microtubule nucleation. Without this activation, the γTuRC would remain in its asymmetric form, which is not well-suited to template microtubule formation.
"CDK5RAP2 is like a construction manager, ensuring that the cell's skeleton gets built properly. This process is fundamental for cells to grow and divide", explain Marina Serna and Fabian Zimmermann, first authors of the study, researchers a CNIO and IRB Barcelona respectively.
The power of advanced imaging
To uncover this mechanism, the team used cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM), a cutting-edge technique that allows scientists to capture high-resolution images of purified macromolecular complexes such as gTuRC. Through cryo-EM, they were able to observe how CDK5RAP2 binds to γTuRC, triggering structural changes in the complex. These detailed images provided unprecedented insights into how the complex adopts microtubule-like symmetry.
With cryo-EM, they were able to see how multiple copies of CDK5RAP2 bind around the outside of the cone-shaped γTuRC, allowing it to adopt a form that can efficiently start microtubule growth.
The study also discovered that during activation, γTuRC frequently releases a protein called actin, which is usually present inside the non-activated γTuRC structure. This release of actin may be important for allowing the complex to adopt its more functional, microtubule-like shape.
While this study reveals critical steps in how cells build their internal scaffolding, the researchers are now interested in whether defects in the activation of gTuRC may underlie certain rare neurodevelopmental disorders caused by mutations in the CDK5RAP2 gene and in genes encoding gTuRC subunits. Another important question is whether other, alternative gTuRC activation mechanisms exist. Such insights will lead to a deeper understanding of how cells assemble their microtubule cytoskeleton, which is a prerequisite for identifying disease mechanisms, and ultimately, opportunities for therapeutic intervention.
The work was funded by the Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation, with additional support from the European Union's Horizon 2020 research and innovation program. The "la Caixa" Foundation also contributed through its fellowship program, alongside the European Union's Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions.
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Serna, M., et al. (2024). CDK5RAP2 activates microtubule nucleator γTuRC by facilitating template formation and actin release. Developmental Cell. doi.org/10.1016/j.devcel.2024.09.001.
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Sales decline 75.97% to Rs 0.31 crore
Net profit of Sita Enterprises declined 83.33% to Rs 0.20 crore in the quarter ended September 2024 as against Rs 1.20 crore during the previous quarter ended September 2023. Sales declined 75.97% to Rs 0.31 crore in the quarter ended September 2024 as against Rs 1.29 crore during the previous quarter ended September 2023. ParticularsQuarter EndedSep. 2024Sep. 2023% Var.Sales0.311.29 -76 OPM %80.6596.12 -PBDT0.251.24 -80 PBT0.251.24 -80 NP0.201.20 -83Powered by Capital Market - Live News
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Thousands of autorickshaw drivers and other vehicle owners who use Compressed Natural Gas as an alternative fuel have been put to considerable hardship following irregular supply of the fuel in Udupi by Adani Total Gas Ltd., for over a fortnight now.
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M/s Adani has bagged the contract for piped natural gas (PNG) supply under the City Gas Distribution (CGD) system for Udupi district, including CNG supply for automobiles. The company has set up eight CNG refuelling stations in the district at Hejmady, Padubidri, Kedinje, Karkala, Malpe, Udupi, Brahmavar and Koteshwar.
With the Union government pushing CNG as a cleaner and cheaper fuel, many have either purchased CNG-run vehicles or retrofitted CNG kits. Autorickshaw drivers particularly have chosen CNG in large numbers because of the higher mileage, 35-40 km/ kg, the fuel provides.
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Drivers in Udupi city, who fill CNG at a Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd., outlet in Gundibail, said they have to wait for hours to refuel the vehicle very often. Stocks deplete fast at Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd. outlet in Koteshwar while supply comes late, say drivers.
An official from Adani Total Gas told The Hindu that the company obtains CNG from two mother stations at Panambur in Mangaluru owned and operated by M/s GAIL Gas Ltd. that has PNG and CNG mandate for Dakshina Kannada district. Each station has two compressors and whenever one compressor goes for maintenance, GGL accords priority to its own vehicles ignoring ATG vehicles. The company has informed this to the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board too.
The problem gets more pronounced during festival seasons when a considerable number of floating traffic arrives in the district, the official said. ATG is awaiting clearance from Kudremukh Iron Ore Ltd., to set up its own mother station at Panambur, the official added.
A GGL official however refuted the charges and alleged that ATG has lesser number of vehicles to transport CNG. “We follow the first come, first served policy in filling CNG tankers.” There were some issues when GGL operated with only one mother station, however that is sorted out with the commissioning of the second mother station some seven months back, he added. He noted that Udupi-Chikkamagaluru MP Kota Srinivas Poojary too was inquiring about the irregular CNG supply in Udupi district.
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(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) Indianapolis Registered investment Advisory Firm
INDIANAPOLIS, Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ranking at #7 in the 2024 CNBC FA 100 list, Sheaff Brock announced its 5th consecutive year in being selected as one of CNBC's top 100 advisory firms from across the United States that help clients successfully navigate their financial lives.
Sheaff Brock ranks #7 on the 2024 CNBC FA 100 list,
its 5th consecutive year of placing as one of CNBC's top 100
registered investment advisory firms in the U.S.
Sheaff Brock Managing Directors and co-founders Dave Gilreath and Ron Brock shared their excitement with the 2024 results.“To be ranked 7th in the U.S. is an incredible achievement. We're honored to be on this list for our straight fifth year, and even more proud of this year's ranking,” said Brock.
Gilreath added,“I believe being listed at #7 is a testament to the strength of our team here at Sheaff Brock. It shows the dedication of our certified financial planners, portfolio consultants, administrative coordinators-and our entire team-to supporting our clients and helping them achieve their long-term financial goals.”
To develop the 2024 list, CNBC enlisted data provider AccuPoint Solutions to assist with the ranking of registered investment advisors for the 2024 CNBC FA 100 list. Analyzing data from 40,896 RIAs, AccuPoint screened multiple aspects such as years in business, total accounts, total assets under management, number of certified financial planners, number of employees, and the firm's compliance record to trim the list down to 903 RIAs. From there, CNBC and AccuPoint distilled the list into the final 100 advisory firms based on additional data provided by each firm via email survey.
In 2020, the first year Sheaff Brock made the list, the company ranked #95; in 2021, Sheaff Brock ranked #82; in 2022, #68; and the firm came in at #10 in last year's list in 2023.
About Sheaff Brock:
Sheaff Brock is an SEC-registered, fee-only independent investment firm striving to enhance portfolios of growth- and income-oriented investors, managing $1.3 billion in assets nationwide as of 06/30/2024. Managing Director David Gilreath contributes investment commentary to CNBC.com , ThinkAdvisor , Medical Economics , and Financial Advisor magazine . Visit for more information.
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Sheaff Brock Investment Advisors, LLC (“SBIA”) is an SEC-registered investment advisor founded in 2001. Clients or prospective clients are directed to SBIA's Form ADV Part 2A prior to deciding to participate in any portfolio or making any investment decision. The views and opinions in the preceding commentary are subject to change without notice and are as of the date of the report. There is no guarantee that any market forecast set forth in the commentary will be realized. This material represents an assessment of the market environment at a specific point in time, should not be relied upon as investment advice, and is not intended to predict or depict performance of any investment.
About CNBC Financial Advisor 100
The 2024 CNBC Financial Advisor 100 (ranked 7th 10/2/24), 2023 CNBC Financial Advisor 100 (ranked 10th, 9/12/23), 2022 CNBC Financial Advisor 100 (ranked 68th, 10/4/22), 2021 CNBC Financial Advisor 100 (ranked 82nd, 10/6/21) & the 2020 CNBC Financial Advisor 100 (ranked 95th, 10/6/20) list is an independent ranking. CNBC enlisted data provider AccuPoint Solutions to assist with the ranking of registered investment advisors for the CNBC FA 100 list. The analysis started with 40,896 RIA firms for 2024, 40,646, RIA firms for 2023, 39,818 RIA firms for 2022, 38,302 for 2021 and 37,369 for 2020 from the Securities and Exchange Commission regulatory database. AccuPoint screened the list down to 903 RIAs for 2024, 812 RIAs for 2023, 904 RIAs for 2022, 749 for 2021, and 750 for 2020 who were required to complete a survey to be in consideration for the CNBC FA 100 list. Sheaff Brock does not pay for applying for the award; however, Sheaff Brock does pay for use of the CNBC Financial Advisor 100 logo.
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Amid rising tensions between India and Canada, an impending crisis quietly lurks in the background. Indian students pursuing higher education in the country may now fall victim to the failure of the diplomatic machinery.
Students in Canada should be provided for
India Wide Parents' Association President and activist Advocate Anubha Shrivastava Sahai, yesterday, Monday, October 14, gauging the situation, wrote to the Minister of Education, the Prime Minister's office, and the Chairman of University Grants Commission (UGC) India to make arrangements for students keen on returning to their own country.
"There must be provisions arranged for students who may not feel safe there anymore. They can be subjected to discrimination creating emotional distress," said Sahai. In her letter to the government, she urges them to recall the students studying in Canada and offer them admission to Indian universities.
Additionally, if students do not deem the situation fit to return to Canada and seek to pursue education in India, she pleaded that the government should allocate seats to such students in colleges and universities.
She writes, "Students willing to come back may suffer huge loss academically and financially. Therefore I request you to call back Indian students studying in Canada who are willing to come back immediately and provide them admission in Indian universities and frame guidelines to increase more seats in the institutions ready to accommodate them."
Sahai says that this would save the students from an added financial burden, and would create no disruptions to their academic life.
The complaint has also been registered at the PMO's grievance portal.
"As per the flexible rules of the National Education Policy (NEP) that allow students to have multiple entries and exits, it might allow these students to join mid-term. In my opinion, there must not be any difficulty for students to continue their academic year," opines Anubha.
Rising tensions and cap on student intake. What does the future hold?
The tension that has been brewing for a year over the killing of Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in 2023. Yesterday, Monday, October 14, India withdrew its High Commissioner Sanjay Kumar Verma and other senior diplomats stationed in Canada.
This was followed by the expulsion of six Canadian diplomats, including the chargé d’affaires Stewart Ross Wheeler, deepening the diplomatic crisis between the two nations.
This diplomatic failure has now led to parents and students worrying about the upcoming developments which may place an embargo on the careers of these students in Canada.
In 2025, Canada planned to reduce its international student study permit cap by 10%, affecting the large number of Indian students enrolled. The new target will be 437,000 permits, down from 485,000 in 2024, in response to growing concerns about system abuse and foreign worker regulations.
Would this make Canada an undesirable destination for students? Let us know your views.
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Harmonic HLIT has been analyzed by 4 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares them to the preceding months.
The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $18.5, a high estimate of $20.00, and a low estimate of $18.00. This current average has increased by 8.82% from the previous average price target of $17.00.
Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study
A clear picture of Harmonic's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
Key Insights:
- Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Harmonic. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.
- Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Harmonic compared to the broader market.
- Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Harmonic's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
Stay up to date on Harmonic analyst ratings.
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About Harmonic
Harmonic Inc designs and manufactures video infrastructure products and system solutions to deliver video and broadband services to consumer devices. The firm operates in two segments: Video, which sells video processing, production, and playout solutions to cable operators and satellite and telecommunications providers; and Broadband which sells broadband access solutions and related services. Majority of the revenue generated from the company is from United States.
A Deep Dive into Harmonic's Financials
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company exhibits a lower market capitalization profile, positioning itself below industry averages. This suggests a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Challenges: Harmonic's revenue growth over 3 months faced difficulties. As of 30 June, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -11.04%. This indicates a decrease in top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: Harmonic's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive -9.03% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Harmonic's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of -3.13%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of -1.72%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.38.
The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
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At this point in The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, you have defeated Seismic Talus and might have gone up against Vocavor in Jabul Ruins if you went there before Gerudo. After getting through the Gerudo Sanctum dungeon, your only task left is to defeat what awaits for you behind the big door. As you walk in, you'll meet Mogryth, who is sporting blue spectacles and long eyebrows. With looks to kill and a mindset that plans to do just that for you, this battle won't be a simple walk on the sand, if you catch my drift. Let's draw a line in the sand and discuss how to defeat Mogryth in Gerudo Sanctum.
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom: The Flying Tile Side Quest Walkthrough
This is one of the best echoes you should collect in Echoes of Wisdom.
Phase 1
Mogryth’s attacks are from a distance, with his first using a wave of sand to hit you. Avoiding these attacks can be done by spinning out of the way or using a Statue (1 TP) or Boulder (1 TP) echo to act as defense. His next move will have him digging underground and popping up opposite of you in an effort to hurdle towards you. While Mogryth is moving underground, you should end up behind a Statue so that when he comes towards you, he will hit the Statue and become unconscious. It's time to bring out some mob echoes and get into Swordfighter mode because it's time to attack.
Phase 2
The next stage will see Mogryth coming out of the sand and into the sky…on top of being a mole, he also has a set of wings. This changes the style slightly, but he is still going to use his typical sand attacks. The room will also change, boasting a large amount of the floor being quicksand and only four areas being safe zones. For those who got Gerudo Sandals (400 rupees) from the merchant in the Gerudo Shop, you won't have to worry about the change, but for those who don’t, make sure to limit the usage of time spent on the quicksand for you and your echoes.
Mogryth will send sandstorms towards you, which can be avoided by spinning around them. His next move will have him flying high up, with only his shadow to judge his location, so keep an eye on that as you move around the stage. Place a Statue where he lands so that when he comes up from the sand, he hits the echo and becomes vulnerable. Repeat this until Mogryth is defeated.
For beating Mogryth, you will be rewarded with 5 Might Crystals, a Heart Container, and a level-up for Tri. After fixing the rift, you will talk with the Gerudo then head to your next destination, whether that be Jabul Waters or Hyrule Castle Town, if you’ve fixed the rifts in Jabul Ruins dungeon. Happy trails!
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom: How to Defeat Ganon
Ganon appears as a boss two times in Echoes of Wisdom.
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SQM: Latest sales and listing show industrial property purchased only two years ago is already reaping rewards
Westbridge’s strategy to target WA’s industrial sector appears to be paying off, with a recent sale marking a 36.5 per cent boost on its purchase price only two years ago.
Westbridge has just sold a 6297sqm office and warehouse facility in Malaga for $13.65 million after acquiring the asset for $10 million in June 2022.
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You want to make sure you're buying stocks with the highest likelihood of success, and to do that, you'll need to pick stocks with a Zacks Rank #1 or #2 that also have Style Scores of A or B. If you like a stock that only as a #3 (Hold) rank, it should also have Scores of A or B to guarantee as much upside potential as possible.
As mentioned above, the Scores are designed to work with the Zacks Rank, so any change to a company's earnings outlook should be a deciding factor when picking which stocks to buy.
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Stock to Watch: Brinker International (EAT)
Based in Dallas, TX, Brinker International owns, operates, develops and franchises various restaurants under Chili’s Grill & Bar (Chili’s) and Maggiano’s Little Italy (Maggiano’s) brands. The company took over Chili’s, Inc., a Texas-based corporation, in September 1983 and completed the acquisition of Maggiano’s in August 1995.
EAT is a #3 (Hold) on the Zacks Rank, with a VGM Score of A.
It also boasts a Value Style Score of B thanks to attractive valuation metrics like a forward P/E ratio of 18.74; value investors should take notice.
Three analysts revised their earnings estimate upwards in the last 60 days for fiscal 2025. The Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.04 to $4.68 per share. EAT boasts an average earnings surprise of 211%.
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Tamara Code and Ken Bullock vying for Bannock County Commissioner Seat 3
Published atPOCATELLO — Republican Ken Bullock is running against Democrat Tamara Code in the race for Bannock County Commissioner Seat 3.
Seat 3 is for a four-year term and covers much of Pocatello, south of Interstate 86 and Interstate 15.
Code is serving as the Executive Director of the Portneuf Greenway Foundation. For additional information on her campaign, visit www.votefortamaracode.com.
Bullock previously served as a county commissioner from 2017 to 2019. You can learn more about his campaign at www.kenbullockforbannock.com.
EastIdahoNews.com sent the same eight questions to each candidate. Their responses, listed below, were required to be 250 words or less. EastIdahoNews.com is publishing the answers in their entirety, and without any grammatical or style editing.
The general election is Nov. 5.
CANDIDATE QUESTIONS AND RESPONSES
Tell us about yourself — include information about your family, career, education, volunteer work, and any prior experience in public office.
Code: I’m Tamara, a mother, survivor, and advocate. Raised on a dairy farm in Jerome, I learned hard work early on. When I lost my job at Riverside and was diagnosed with lymphoma five years ago, I didn’t give up. I pursued an MBA during treatment, inspiring my daughters to aim high in their own fields. As Executive Director of the Portneuf Greenway Foundation, I led efforts to improve Pocatello’s trail system, making it more vibrant and accessible. I’m running for County Commissioner to bring this dedication and resilience to public service.
Bullock: I am proud to be a lifelong resident of Bannock County. My grandparents homesteaded here in the 1800’s. I know Bannock County, it’s canyons and roads, the people who have lived and raised their families here in the county. I attended Marsh Valley High school, attended ISU where I received Business Management, Accounting, and Computer degrees. I found my wife while at college, married her, and raised four sons. Three of my sons reside here in the Pocatello area. I have worked as Accountant, Chief Finance Officer for 40 years. I have served the public as a Mayor and County commissioner for nearly 30 years. I have served on local, State, and regional boards in economic development, transportation, and government affairs.
I have experience in accounting, budgeting, public hearings, enacting ordinances, planning & zoning, working with department heads, and other elected officials. I know the cities in the county and have worked with them. I have experienced all forms of leadership and have developed skills working with people of all walks of life. I understand the county life of farming, raising families on limited resources, while maintaining core values necessary to make America great. I have owned my own business and helped others by consulting in their small business accounting systems.
My experience in the past will help me serve the residents of Bannock County in the future. We need experience to help manage the changes happening in our area. I know Bannock County.
Why are you seeking political office? Briefly explain your political platform.
Bullock: The overriding principle I try to do each day is be fair and honest with people of all walks of life as I serve in a public servant capacity. Government has been set up to provide programs and assistance for the common good of the people. Those who serve as elected officials need to be aware of their role as public servants. They listen and within their ability and limits of government, try to explain and carry on the mandates established down through the years. I am fearful of creating new legislation if there are protections and rules already in place. One of the questions I ask when contemplating enacting any new law or ordinance is whether it will make things better and whether we have the will and resources to enforce it. It is my hope that well- meaning regulation can be balanced with common sense and the desire to provide a great environment to maintain the lifestyles we seek here in Bannock County.
Through the years my philosophy has been to live within my own means. I believe the same principle is good for government as well. Proper budgeting and planning can help achieve worth-while objectives which works for everyone from taxpayers to government. I feel we need to continue with the idea government shouldn’t and can’t be the solution to all problems. Good fiscal responsibility includes listening, explaining, and staying consistent with budgets, goals, and objectives.
Code: I’m running to bring practical solutions to Bannock County. Ideology often gets in the way of real progress, leading to missed opportunities. My platform focuses on growth, transparency, and advocating for personal freedoms. I also want to pursue more federal grant funding to improve local services, returning our tax dollars to the community. With years of community service, I offer a fresh perspective and a commitment to represent all residents, focusing on what’s best for our county rather than rigid ideology.
What areas in your county need immediate improvement? What actions will you take to address those needs?
Code: The Wellness Complex and fairgrounds, especially in Downey, need better maintenance. These facilities are essential for community life and deserve adequate funding. I’d prioritize securing federal grants to improve infrastructure and emergency services, ensuring our county remains safe and resilient. By addressing these immediate needs, we can strengthen the quality of life for all residents while fostering a sense of shared community investment.
Bullock: Affordable housing is a concern in our cities and county. With the rising cost of available housing, younger adults as well as new families are struggling with choices of where they live. Families are being forced to share dwelling spaces, move farther from work sites. I will work with builders, communities, banks, and legislators to help the crunch.
We are losing retail options for the county. Small towns have very little stores left for shoppers needing food, supplies, and restaurants. Even in Pocatello and Chubbuck we have limited retail options. I have been involved with economic development for years and will continue to support economic growth while maintaining existing businesses.
I will work with the Comprehensive plan for Bannock County to make improvements with the Planning and Zoning department to meet the increased demands of the infrastructures of the county. We need to be careful to preserve our beautiful county and its landscapes, the water resources, wastewater integrity, adequate resources for road maintenance, law enforcement and court systems.
What are the greatest long-term challenges facing people in your county? What is your plan to meet those challenges?
Bullock: Over the past few years, we have watched unprecedented growth throughout the County. We need to be vigilant in making sure the growth doesn’t outpace the county’s ability to maintain good services. Proper direction by Planning and Zoning will play an important role. Our services of “Road & Bridge”, Sherriff department, county landfill, courts and criminal services, will all need to be kept up to date to handle increased demands. As we welcome all newcomers to the area, we need to balance and welcome the changes and challenges of the growth. Proper attention to increased demands on our county infrastructure will be required. If we allow uncontrollable demands on our existing system, we could jeopardize the amenities which invite others to join us in this beautiful area.
Code: Rising property taxes burden many. While the commission can’t directly lower taxes, we can advocate for state-level reforms, like expanding the homeowner exemption to include duplex owners. In the long term, we need sustainable economic policies that keep more money in residents’ pockets while funding essential services. By influencing state legislation and cutting unnecessary expenses, we can help make living in Bannock County more affordable. Another challenge that Bannock County faces is jobs that pay a living wage and that our citizens are qualified for. Working with all the cities in Bannock County to help foster an environment encouraging economic development is another of my priorities.
How will you best represent the views of your constituents – even those with differing political views? How will you communicate directly with constituents?
Code: Listening to all constituents is critical. Ideology shouldn’t dictate decisions at the county level. I’d hold meetings across the county, not just in Pocatello, to ensure all residents have access. I’m also active in my community, meeting people at local events. By prioritizing communication and practical solutions over divisiveness, I aim to bridge political divides and ensure everyone’s voice is heard.
Bullock: I will dedicate my time to carrying out the responsibilities of a commissioner by maintaining regular hours at the county offices, attending all community functions, and keeping up with the regular demands required by the office. I believe in regular contact with department heads, listening and sharing information to make the county effective and efficient. I will regularly meet with city Mayors to maintain good relationships with cities in Bannock County. Community and business leaders will be welcomed into the thought process of making Bannock County a great place to operate a business, farm, raise families, and enjoy the environment we all share.
What parts of the county budget could use more funding? Are there places in the budget where cuts could be made?
Bullock: It would be unfair of me to wage a war against the budget without being part of the process. The county personnel do a great job providing necessary services while keeping a firm grip on the budget. We need to maintain good personnel throughout the county departments by providing good compensation and benefits. Keeping up with the inflation, competition of other employers is crucial. There never seems to be enough in a budget to satisfy the needs and wants of everyone, but trying to achieve a good balance is imperative. Years of experience has taught me to be careful promising changes to a proven way of doing things. I believe we can always review, talk about necessary changes to old ways while we look for improvements to budgets. This attitude promotes good habits for any administrator whether it be a government or business.
Code: Employee pay and benefits need attention to retain top talent. I’d work with department heads to find budget efficiencies while ensuring critical services aren’t compromised. With a focus on fair compensation, we can maintain a capable workforce, provide quality services for all residents, and remain fiscally responsible.
What is your position on Idaho’s Proposition 1 ballot initiative that would end closed-party primary elections and create ranked-choice voting?
Code: I support ending closed-party primaries. The current system excludes too many voters from having a say in their representation. Open primaries foster broader participation and make elections more representative. By encouraging voter engagement, we strengthen democracy and ensure that our leaders genuinely reflect the will of the people.
Bullock: I am in favor of voting “no” to Proposition 1. Each party in Idaho has the right and responsibility to provide candidates agreeing to their platform on the ballot. Ranked choice voting will only serve to muddy the water of primary elections.
As your county increases in population, what immediate and long-term issues need to be tackled to better accommodate growth and expansion?
Bullock: We need to be prepared for growth. It is inevitable for Idaho and Bannock County. We need to make sure our existing infrastructure systems are adequate for the different types of growth. Water, land, beauty surrounding us have limited resources. Our law enforcement system and judicial process can not be ignored. Road maintenance and design requires planning. Land fills and waste management need constant attention. In other words, growth can come at a price. Many a city and county has regretted the pace of growth as it has changed traffic patterns, created shortages of resources, and outpaced the cash resources to keep pace. We need to make sure the review process is adequate to prepare for the future expansion of this great county and state.
Code: Immediate needs include improving roads and emergency services to keep pace with growth. In the long term, we must invest in sustainable development that balances expansion with environmental protection. Planning for infrastructure, housing, and public spaces will help accommodate growth while maintaining the quality of life that makes Bannock County a great place to live.
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Russian Olympic Committee president to step down. Neutral athletes competed at Paris Games
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With a new four-year, $1.3 million grant from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, researchers at Case Western Reserve University are investigating a new approach to treat Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) in military Veterans.
AML is the most common form of blood cancer in adults, and many patients suffer relapses-;especially Veterans, due to exposure to harmful chemicals and radiation during active duty, according to the National Center for Biotechnology Information.
There is no effective treatment for AML and, according to the National Institutes of Health, half of treated patients suffer a relapse after therapy-;mainly because special leukemia cells, called leukemia-initiating cells (LICs), can survive chemotherapy.
Parameswaran Ramakrishnan, lead investigator and associate professor of pathology at the Case Western Reserve School of Medicine, and his team are investigating treating AML by targeting how cancer cells use energy.
Like many cancer cells, AML cells need more sugar to grow. The hexosamine biosynthetic pathway (HBP), which is triggered by increased sugar consumption, generates a chemical essential for nutrition, illness, metabolism and signaling.
This chemical helps AML cells survive by interacting with and changing proteins in the cells.
We found that blocking the HBP pathway kills AML cells while leaving healthy cells unharmed. We also discovered that LICs have high levels of HBP proteins compared to normal blood cells, which may be why AML often comes back after treatment. We believe that targeting the HBP pathway can help prevent AML relapse and improve treatment options."
Parameswaran Ramakrishnan, lead investigator and associate professor of pathology at the Case Western Reserve School of Medicine
If successful, their research may also provide insight into treating prostate, colon and lung cancer, which are also especially challenging for Veterans, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
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Simmons started his international coaching career with Zimbabwe in 2004 and coached several other teams such as Ireland and Afghanistan
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Bangladesh have appointed former West Indies batter Phil Simmons as coach of their men's national team, the country's cricket board (BCB) said on Tuesday.
Simmons has been handed a short-term contract until next year's Champions Trophy, the BCB added.
The 61-year-old replaces Chandika Hathurusingha, who was suspended on disciplinary grounds, ESPNCricinfo reported earlier on Tuesday.
"Hathurusingha has two counts of misconduct," the website quoted BCB president Faruque Ahmed as saying. "First is about an assault on a player. Secondly, he took too many leaves, more than what was in his contract."
The BCB did not confirm that Hathurusingha had been sacked, but said Simmons would arrive in Dhaka on Wednesday and help the team prepare for their upcoming home test series against South Africa.
"I have had the opportunity to speak to Phil Simmons and have listened to his cricket philosophy and ideas. His extensive coaching experience, vision and proven track record of success make him an ideal choice for this role," Ahmed said in the statement.
Hathurusingha, who coached Bangladesh from 2014-2017, returned for his second stint in January last year but Ahmed questioned BCB's decision to re-appoint the 56-year-old.
Ahmed took charge of the BCB in August following Nazmul Hasan Papon's resignation amid political upheaval in the country and said Hathurusingha should not continue as head coach.
Under Hathurusingha, Bangladesh failed to get past the group stage in the last two white-ball World Cups but registered a historic 2-0 test series win over Pakistan in September – their first overseas series victory in the format in 15 years.
However, India then whitewashed Bangladesh at home in a two-match test series and secured a clean sweep against captain Najmul Hossain Shanto's side in a three-match Twenty20 international series last week.
Simmons, who was in charge when West Indies became T20 world champions in 2016, started his international coaching career with Zimbabwe in 2004 and coached several other teams such as Ireland and Afghanistan.
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As Chennai grapples with heavy rains once again, a wave of community spirit surges through as residents come together as volunteers with many non-governmental organisations stepping up to distribute free food, provide essential aid, and rescue those stranded in waterlogged homes.
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Jenny Raja, who runs R.S. Annai Happy home in Avadi, has been tirelessly wading through the waterlogged streets of Vyasarpadi, Pallikaranai, and parts of Avadi for the past eight years. “Alongside friends, we have started distributing essentials like milk powder, water bottles, biscuits, mosquito coils and candles to those affected,” says Ms. Jenny.
Meanwhile, in Adyar, N.S. Krishnamoorthi, owner of Prems Graama Bhojanam, has reopened his hotel for optional payment, “Since 2015, I have seen how challenging the rain are for senior citizens living alone. We have continued our optional payment system this year too, to support those in need.”
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R. Seetha Devi, founder of Street Vision Trust, prepared more than 400 lunch packets for people in areas such as Velachery, Pulianthope, Madhavaram, Vysarpadi and Pattalam on Tuesday. “Once we are done with the meals, we will start a bedsheet drive at public spaces like Marina beach and bus stands. We are also helping to relocate those at risk to Corporation shelters,” she says. Similarly, M. Sarathkumar, founder of Valiyaridhal foundation, is leading volunteers in distributing bedsheets, bread, food, and umbrellas for those without shelter.
Ameerdeen M. and his brothers, residents of Korattur, have started getting calls from their neighbourhood, and parts of Anna Nagar, Padi and Ambattur for the milk packets that they have been distributing, specifically focusing on families with children.
Vaishnavi Jayakumar from Chennai Cares has tried flagging the inaccessibility of safety material and crisis information, and to improve the access to emergency resources for the visually impaired residents to the Greater Chennai Corporation, a critical yet often overlooked need during times of crisis.
Additionally, canine rescues took place on Tuesday. K. Ramesh from MES Road Ganapathipuram Welfare Association, along with four volunteers. rescued a dog and her six puppies from drowning near the Tambaram railway ground.
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Ice Cream Top 5 Emerging Markets Industry Guide To 2028: Focus On Brazil, China, India, Mexico And South Africa
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(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) Dublin, Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Ice Cream Top 5 Emerging Markets industry Guide 2019-2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
The Emerging 5 Ice Cream industry profile provides top-line qualitative and quantitative summary information including: market share, market size (value and volume 2019-23, and forecast to 2028). The profile also contains descriptions of the leading players including key financial metrics and analysis of competitive pressures within the market.
Key Highlights
These countries contributed $13.99 billion to the global ice cream industry in 2023, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2% between 2007 and 2011. The top 5 emerging countries are expected to reach a value of $18.69 billion in 2028, with a CAGR of 6% over the 2023-28 period. Within the ice cream industry, China is the leading country among the top 5 emerging nations, with market revenues of $7.89 billion in 2023. This was followed by Brazil and India with a value of $2.47 and $2.45 billion, respectively. China is expected to lead the ice cream industry in the top five emerging nations, with a value of $9.70 billion in 2028, followed by India and Brazil with expected values of $3.96 and $3.40 billion, respectively.
Scope
Save time carrying out entry-level research by identifying the size, growth, major segments, and leading players in the emerging five ice cream market Use the Five Forces analysis to determine the competitive intensity and therefore attractiveness of the emerging five ice cream market Leading company profiles reveal details of key ice cream market players' emerging five operations and financial performance Add weight to presentations and pitches by understanding the future growth prospects of the emerging five ice cream market with five year forecasts by both value and volume Compares data from Brazil, China, India, Mexico and South Africa, alongside individual chapters on each country
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What was the size of the emerging five ice cream market by value in 2023? What will be the size of the emerging five ice cream market in 2028? What factors are affecting the strength of competition in the emerging five ice cream market? How has the market performed over the last five years? Who are the top competitors in the emerging five ice cream market?
Key Topics Covered:
1 Introduction
1.1. What is this report about?
1.2. Who is the target reader?
1.3. How to use this report
1.4. Definitions
2 Top 5 Emerging Countries Ice Cream
2.1. Industry Outlook
3 Ice Cream in South Africa
3.1. Market Overview
3.2. Market Data
3.3. Market Segmentation
3.4. Market outlook
3.5. Five forces analysis
4 Macroeconomic Indicators
4.1. Country data
5 Ice Cream in Brazil
5.1. Market Overview
5.2. Market Data
5.3. Market Segmentation
5.4. Market outlook
5.5. Five forces analysis
6 Macroeconomic Indicators
6.1. Country data
7 Ice Cream in China
7.1. Market Overview
7.2. Market Data
7.3. Market Segmentation
7.4. Market outlook
7.5. Five forces analysis
8 Macroeconomic Indicators
8.1. Country data
9 Ice Cream in India
9.1. Market Overview
9.2. Market Data
9.3. Market Segmentation
9.4. Market outlook
9.5. Five forces analysis
10 Macroeconomic Indicators
10.1. Country data
11 Ice Cream in Mexico
11.1. Market Overview
11.2. Market Data
11.3. Market Segmentation
11.4. Market outlook
11.5. Five forces analysis
12 Macroeconomic Indicators
12.1. Country data
13 Company Profiles
Binggrae Co Ltd Blue Bell Creameries, L.P. Bofrost Dienstleistungs GmbH & Co KG Bulla Dairy Foods China Mengniu Dairy Co Ltd Danone SA Ezaki Glico Co Ltd F&N Foods Pte Ltd Froneri International Ltd Gatti Ice Cream Pty Ltd General Mills Inc Grupo Herdez SA de CV Grupo Nutresa SA Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd Hennig-Olsen Is AS Inner Mongolia Yili Industrial Group Co Ltd Inspire Brands Inc Lotte Co Ltd Mars, Incorporated Meiji Holdings Co, Ltd. Mondelez International, Inc. Nestle SA Professor Grunschnabel BV PT Campina Ice Cream Industry Tbk PT Diamond Cold Storage Sammontana Spa TINE SA Unilever Plc. Vadilal Enterprise Limited Valsoia SpA Wells Enterprises Inc Yildiz Holding Inc
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In a new study led by Johns Hopkins Medicine, the drug RK-33 has demonstrated promise in treating breast cancer that has spread to the bone (breast cancer bone metastasis). RK-33 was previously shown to help treat other types of cancer and viral illnesses.
Patients with breast cancer and bone metastasis have limited treatment options and often rely on palliative care to ease difficult symptoms, including frailty and pain. In most cases, breast cancer with bone metastasis is incurable.
Now, corresponding author Venu Raman, Ph.D., and his team say they have developed a potential novel treatment that is specific to breast cancer bone metastasis and can successfully work in the bone microenvironment, which is often resistant to therapeutics. Their latest study, first available online Sept. 30 in Cancer Letters, builds off Raman and colleagues' previous work with RK-33. The drug targets and inhibits the protein DDX3, which is found to be elevated in cancer cells.
"One of our main queries was whether RK-33 could be effective for treating bone metastasis, based on previous lab findings that showed its effectiveness in suppressing breast cancer growth," says Raman, professor of radiology and radiological science and pharmacology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Raman is also a member of the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center. "We first had to determine whether DDX3 was expressed in patient samples of breast cancer bone metastasis, and we found DDX3 was expressed at high levels in these samples."
DDX3 is an RNA helicase -; a type of protein that that unwinds genetic material called RNA. This unwinding activity regulates various functions in tumor or cancer cells, including facilitating the translation of RNA's genetic code into proteins. The DDX3 protein's role in this process promotes growth of cancer cells, contributing to the spread of the disease. Studies conducted by Raman's team and others indicate that RK-33, a drug developed in Raman's lab, can prevent these functions of DDX3. As a result, it can slow down cancer progression by controlling cancer cell growth and proliferation.
After determining that breast cancer bone metastasis cells had high levels of DDX3, the research team turned to mice to test if RK-33 had any effect on the DDX3 protein and function of the cancer cells. Researchers first treated a group of mice that had breast cancer bone metastasis with RK-33. Imaging of these mice following the treatment then confirmed that RK-33 appeared to eliminate all evidence of bone metastases, while also preventing the cancer cells in the bone from "seeding" (spreading) to other organ systems -; a common occurrence in bone metastasis. Such findings indicate that RK-33 was able to successfully target, halt the growth of and fully eliminate breast cancer bone metastasis cells by inhibiting DDX3 and successfully penetrating bone microenvironments that often block other therapies.
RK-33 also showed promise in preventing breast cancer bone metastasis from occurring in the first place. Mice with breast cancer that had not spread to bone received the drug, and researchers observed the cancer never developed into bone metastases. Researchers also did not observe any significant adverse reactions to RK-33 in their experiments.
This is a unique research opportunity because this is not the classical investigation into tumor suppressors or oncogenes. We have demonstrated DDX3's involvement in aggressive cancers and how RK-33 represents a significant advancement in utilizing targeted therapies for cancers that currently lack specific treatments."
Venu Raman, Ph.D., professor of radiology and radiological science and pharmacology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Researchers say this study moves them closer to clinical trials for RK-33. They plan to continue investigating the drug's ability to treat other conditions and DDX3's role in several other diseases.
Additional authors who contributed to this work are Paul Winnard Jr., Farhad Vesuna, Guus Bol, Kathleen Gabrielson and Paul van Diest of the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Georgia Chenevix-Trench of the Royal Brisbane Hospital and Natalie ter Hoeve of the University Medical Center Utrecht Cancer Center (Bol and van Diest are also affiliated with the Utrecht Cancer Center).
Funding for this study was supported by the Flight Attendant Medical Research Institute.
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Journal reference:
Winnard, P. T., et al. (2024). Targeting RNA Helicase DDX3X with a Small Molecule Inhibitor for Breast Cancer Bone Metastasis Treatment. Cancer Letters. doi.org/10.1016/j.canlet.2024.217260.
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Sales decline 0.37% to Rs 24.42 crore
Net profit of Sonam rose 12.61% to Rs 1.34 crore in the quarter ended September 2024 as against Rs 1.19 crore during the previous quarter ended September 2023. Sales declined 0.37% to Rs 24.42 crore in the quarter ended September 2024 as against Rs 24.51 crore during the previous quarter ended September 2023. ParticularsQuarter EndedSep. 2024Sep. 2023% Var.Sales24.4224.51 0 OPM %11.1012.97 -PBDT2.462.52 -2 PBT1.791.67 7 NP1.341.19 13Powered by Capital Market - Live News
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The suo-motu Supreme Court hearing of the rape-murder at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital case will happen today, Tuesday, October 15, at 2 pm, as per a tweet by LiveLaw.
A bench led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud including Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra will be hearing the matter.
Yesterday, October 14, Senior Advocate Indira Jaising requested the CJI to schedule the matter for today, 2 pm, as the matter has turned "grave".
The case is regarding the postgraduate trainee (PGT) doctor Abhaya (name changed), who was raped and murdered on August 9 at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Since then, junior doctors and others from the medical fraternity have been on protests and on October 5, seven doctors embarked on an indefinite hunger strike. Most of their health condition started deteriorating and they have now been hospitalised after over 125 plus hours of fasting.
In the last hearing, the CJI asked the National Task Force to submit its interim report on the safety and security of healthcare professionals across medical colleges and hospitals of India.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has been investigating the case and have made arrests, including that of former Principal of RG Kar, Dr Sandip Ghosh.
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Alcoa AA underwent analysis by 10 analysts in the last quarter, revealing a spectrum of viewpoints from bullish to bearish.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
Analysts have recently evaluated Alcoa and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $41.2, accompanied by a high estimate of $50.00 and a low estimate of $36.00. Observing a 1.43% increase, the current average has risen from the previous average price target of $40.62.
Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown
A clear picture of Alcoa's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
Key Insights:
- Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Alcoa. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.
- Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Alcoa compared to the broader market.
- Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Alcoa's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Alcoa's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
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About Alcoa
Alcoa Corp is a vertically integrated aluminum company whose operations include bauxite mining, alumina refining, and the manufacture of primary aluminum. It is a bauxite miner and alumina refiner by production volume, and its profits are closely tied to prevailing commodity prices along the aluminum supply chain. The company segments include Bauxite; Alumina and Aluminum. It generates maximum revenue from the Aluminum segment. Geographically, it derives a majority of its revenue from the United States.
Alcoa: Delving into Financials
Market Capitalization Analysis: Positioned below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization faces constraints in size. This could be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Alcoa's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 8.27%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Materials sector.
Net Margin: Alcoa's net margin is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 0.69%, the company may encounter challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Alcoa's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 0.51%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Alcoa's ROA is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.14%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Alcoa's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 0.65. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
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In The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, once you have restored Suthorn Ruins, the main story quest gives you the option to go to either the Jabul Water or Gerudo Desert region. For this guide, we find ourselves making our way through the gusty winds of the sandy terrain. Before you make it to the Dungeon, there will be some ground to cover, like closing three other rifts and getting access to the Sanctum itself. Once you finally get all that done, it's time to explore the Gerudo Sanctum.
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom: The Flying Tile Side Quest Walkthrough
This is one of the best echoes you should collect in Echoes of Wisdom.
How to Get the Small Key
Upon entering the dungeon, you’ll see Link walking into the Sanctum without hesitation. Climb the stairs to find a room with several wind cannons blocking your path. Jump between the climbing walls and use the Bind ability to move the boulder in front of the wind cannon, making the way up accessible. Climb up to the next room and save at the waypoint area.
The next room has three entrances: two are open and one is closed. The room on the left contains Flying Tile echoes (3 TP), which are one of the most useful echoes in the game, so if you haven’t gotten them already, it would be wise to do so. The room on the right will have you using the Bind ability to pull on the opening mechanism on the left in order to reach the next room before the entrance is blocked. To make it to the door in time, use a trampoline (1 TP) or a bed (1 TP) to make it onto the upper platform. In the next room, use the Bind ability on the revolving door to reveal a treasure chest containing the Small Key.
How to get the Hawk Statue Echo
After entering the room with the Small Key, grab the Snake Statue (1 TP) echo. Defeat the three Mothulas (3 TP) using mob echoes in the next room. After obtaining the echo, head to the left and go to the following room down from there. This room will have conveyor belts and an entrance blocked by crates. Use the Flying Tile (3 TP) or Water Block (1 TP) echo to cross over to the belts, then use another Flying Tile to break the crates. You could also use an Ignizol (2 TP) to light them on fire too. Descend the ladder to get to the next room, which will have a Caromadillo Lv. 2 (3 TP) and a treasure chest with a Golden Egg, which can be accessed using the Holmill echo from above.
Access the waypoint then pull on the gate to the right using the Bind ability, then defeat the Holmill inside with mob echoes. Use the Wind Cannon (2 TP) echo to blow away the sand, which will reveal a chest containing 10 rock salts and a clue regarding a blue elephant statue. The room on the left has a Poe (4 TP) that you’ll have to face, which can be defeated with a mob echo. Inside the room, it also holds the Dungeon Map of the Gerudo Sanctum.
As you exit the dungeon into the Still World, follow Link as he makes his way forward. Find the circular platform divided into two sections towards the upper end of the map. Use the Bind ability to align the sections to form a ladder that’ll lead you up to a treasure chest with 50 rupees inside. Make your way to the left and find the waypoint area on top of the dungeon and continue going right until you find another circular platform, which will have the Hawk Statue at the top.
Note: To the left of the waypoint there is a patch of sand that you should use Holmill on, since it will lead you to a treasure chest room with 50 rupees inside.
How to get the Elephant Statue Echo
Use the waypoint to go to the rooftop of the Sanctum and go to the right and find the door at the bottom. There will be another timed challenge similar to the one
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Dr. Levent Beker from the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Koç University, once again received European Research Council (ERC) support for his scientific research that focuses on improving the quality of our daily lives.
His previous project on an implant that can detect signs of heart failure and degrade in the body without surgery was granted €2.5 million Starting Grant from the ERC. Last year, his research on a wireless micro sensor that enables real-time monitoring of food spoilage at supermarkets, was published in Nature Food Magazine.
Currently leading the Bio-integrated Microdevices Laboratory (BMDL) at Koç University, Dr. Levent Beker's research continues to focus on life-enhancing technologies that can improve our daily lives and protect our health. His recent project titled "Wearable Ultrasound for Continuous Bladder Monitoring" (BladderWatch) received Proof of Concept grant worth €150,000 from the ERC.
BladderWatch offers an innovative solution to enhance the mobility of patients that need continuous bladder volume tracking. Patients will be able to easily use this wearable monitoring tool outside the hospital as well.
Dr. Levent Beker, BMDL group doctoral students Alp Toymuş and Emine Bardakçı will carry out the 18-month project in collaboration with Prof. Dr. Tufan Tarcan and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ersin Köseoğlu from Koç University School of Medicine.
Dr. Levent Beker, commented on his project: "The BladderWatch project aims to make life easier for millions of people worldwide suffering from lower urinary tract dysfunction. Today, the lack of continuous monitoring methods and anatomical limitations lead patients to incur high medical costs. This ERC-supported project creates a low-cost alternative to current methods that require expert supervision and hospital equipment. With the fully wireless, compact, and comfortable-to-wear ultrasonic device proposed by the BladderWatch project, we aim to significantly improve patients' quality of life. This tool, which can be used easily outside the hospital, will also help reduce future healthcare costs associated with the disease by enabling accessible and sustainable care."
ERC's Proof of Concept grants aim to bring leading scientific research closer to practical applications. Through these grants, the ERC supports groundbreaking innovations, including discoveries in the early stages of commercialization. Koç University faculty members, have received 29 out of the 52 ERC grants awarded to Türkiye.
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Lewy body dementia (LBD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that shares traits with both Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's disease but can be more difficult to diagnose. Symptoms can include hallucinations, movement disorders, cognitive issues, sleep problems and depression.
To better understand how the disease develops, Mayo Clinic scientists created mini brain models in a dish that closely match key features seen in the brains of patients with Lewy body dementia. Mini brains, also known as brain organoids, are lab-grown clusters of cells that mimic the human brain structure. The team also identified four potential drug compounds that may offer promising approaches to treating the disease. Their findings are published in Science Advances.
There is no cure for LBD, and scientists say there are few accurate preclinical models available to study it. A hallmark of the disease is a protein called alpha-synuclein, which is encoded by the SNCA gene. This protein is found in nerve cells of the brain and can build up into masses called Lewy bodies, which may contribute to symptoms of dementia.
To better understand the pathology of the disease, a Mayo Clinic research team led by neuroscientist and senior author Na Zhao, M.D., Ph.D., developed preclinical mini-brain models using stem cells from LBD patients who had extra copies of the SNCA gene, which may have caused their condition. The patients donated their skin cells upon diagnosis while they were still alive. Scientists then converted the skin cells to stem cells and used them for research.
Using advanced genomic techniques such as single-cell RNA sequencing, which examines genetic material in individual cells, the researchers showed that their mini-brain models mirrored changes seen in the human brains of LBD patients who had donated their brains to the Mayo Clinic Brain Bank, making the models valuable tools for studying how the disease develops.
The researchers used their novel model system to screen nearly 1,300 Food and Drug Administration-approved drugs, identifying four candidates that may help prevent the buildup of alpha-synuclein in neurons.
This study suggests that these mini-brain models can effectively mimic disease development, providing a potential platform for testing individualized treatments for patients. The four identified drug candidates, which have the potential to inhibit alpha-synuclein and restore the energy production in neurons derived from LBD patients, could be further refined or modified to develop new treatments for LBD and associated dementias in the future."
Na Zhao, M.D., Ph.D., Senior Author
Researchers say additional studies could introduce additional cell types to better mimic the complexity of the human brain. Researchers could then use these enhanced models to further investigate disease mechanisms, such as exploring how high-risk genes influence the development of LBD.
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Journal reference:
Jin, Y., et al. (2024). Modeling Lewy body disease with SNCA triplication iPSC-derived cortical organoids and identifying therapeutic drugs. Science Advances. doi.org/10.1126/sciadv.adk3700.
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Essential workers struggling to find affordable housing, according to new Anglicare report
Essential workers like teachers, nurses and firefighters are struggling to find affordable housing, with a new Anglicare report showing not even regional Australia is affordable these days.
In its second edition of the Essential Workers Rental Affordability Snapshot, Anglicare found Australia’s housing affordability crisis was not isolated to people on the lowest incomes, with those with secure jobs in essential industries also struggling to afford rental accommodation.
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Weekend full of injuries in college football leaves plenty of playoff contenders scrambling
Published atAs the college football season reaches its midway point, plenty of playoff contenders suddenly find themselves dealing with season-ending injuries to notable players.
Notre Dame cornerback Benjamin Morrison, Tennessee linebacker Keenan Pili and Texas defensive back Derrick Williams are out for the rest of the season, their coaches announced Monday. Ohio State left tackle Josh Simmons also has an injury that puts his availability for the rest of the season in doubt.
All went down as part of a brutal weekend that included Florida quarterback Graham Mertz and Colorado State wide receiver Tory Horton suffering season-ending injuries and Utah quarterback Cam Rising hurting his lower leg severely enough to keep him for the rest of the season.
Mertz and Pili both got injured in No. 11 Tennessee’s 23-17 overtime victory over Florida. Pili’s ACL injury leaves the Volunteers without one of their team captains as they prepare to host No. 7 Alabama on Saturday.
Pili’s college career is over. He is 26 and transferred to Tennessee from BYU. He suffered a season-ending triceps injury to start the 2023 season and has used not one but two medical redshirts. Injuries limited him to just seven games in two seasons with the Vols.
“There’s nobody that represents Tennessee better than him,” coach Josh Heupel said Monday. “He’s a great leader and will continue to be that inside of our building. Just heartbroken for him and his family. A guy that does absolutely everything right. Special player, but special person. He’s got a great future.”
Heupel said either Arion Carter or Jeremiah Telander will take over for Pili in wearing the in-helmet communication device on defense.
Morrison, who has a hip injury, arguably was the top player to go down for the season over the weekend. The second-team preseason Associated Press All-America selection had nine career interceptions and was regarded as a possible first-round draft pick.
“Obviously it’s a blow to our team,” Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman said. “You lose a captain, a great football player. You feel terrible for the kid because he gives football, he gives preparation everything he has. It’s just tough. But he’s a tough kid. He’s a tough individual. He’s been through this before, he’ll have surgery and get back to work to become the best version of Benjamin.”
Morrison is the latest notable Notre Dame defensive player to be lost for the season. No. 12 Notre Dame is ranked eighth in points allowed per game (11.7), 11th in yards allowed per game (270) and fourth in yards allowed per play (4.25), but the Fighting Irish already lost defensive linemen Jordan Botelho and Boubacar Traore to season-ending injuries.
The Irish now lose Morrison just three weeks after cornerback Jaden Mickey announced four games into the season that he was redshirting to preserve a year of eligibility as he prepares to transfer.
Morrison’s injury likely moves freshman cornerback Leonard Moore into a starting role alongside Christian Gray as Notre Dame prepares to face Georgia Tech in Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Texas coach Steve Sarkisian announced Monday that Williams also would miss the rest of the season. Texas officials haven’t specified the nature of Williams’ injury.
Williams had picked off a pass in a victory at No. 24 Michigan last month, and he forced and recovered a fumble in the top-ranked Longhorns’ 34-3 rout of Oklahoma on Saturday. His injury comes as Texas gets ready to host No. 5 Georgia.
Fans of No. 4 Ohio State are still awaiting word on the severity of the injury to Simmons, who was carted off the field during the Buckeyes’ 32-31 loss at No. 2 Oregon. Coach Ryan Day sounded pessimistic in his postgame news conference Saturday.
“I’ll have to get the update on Simmons, but it doesn’t look great in terms of him being able to come back this season,” Day said. “That’s a big hit for us.”
The notable injuries weren’t restricted to top teams.
Mertz tore the ACL in his left knee after throwing a touchdown pass in Florida’s loss to Tennessee. Mertz, a Wisconsin transfer, has suffered a season-ending injury each of his two years at Florida. He broke his collarbone in a game against Missouri last November.
His latest injury makes freshman DJ Lagway the Gators’ starting quarterback.
Utah coach Kyle Whittingham announced Monday that Rising is out for the rest of the season after suffering a lower leg injury in a 27-19 loss to Arizona State on Friday that knocked the Utes out of the AP Top 25.
Rising, who is in his seventh season, already missed three games this season because of an injury to his throwing hand. He sat out the entire 2023 season with a knee injury.
Freshman Isaac Wilson, the younger brother of Denver Broncos quarterback Zach Wilson, will take Rising’s place. Utah went 2-1 in the three games Wilson started when Rising was out with the hand injury.
Colorado State coach Jay Norvell announced on social media that Horton would miss the rest of the season after getting hurt in a 31-24 victory over San Jose State. Norvell didn’t specify the nature of Horton’s injury.
Horton had 26 catches for 353 yards and one touchdown this season after recording back-to-back seasons with at least 1,100 yards receiving in 2022 and 2023. Horton, who played at Nevada from 2020-21 before transferring to Colorado State, was on the verge of setting the Mountain West Conference record for career receiving yardage.
Horton has 265 career catches for 3,615 yards. The MWC career record is owned by Rashard Higgins, who had 3,649 yards receiving for Colorado State from 2013-15.
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Bangladesh fires cricket coach for allegedly assaulting a player at World Cup
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Ever since June 2015, when Chennai Metro Rail began its services in the city, access to the stations has not been easy for the disabled community.
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After years of push, finally, some modifications are being done in the stations across the Phase I project, but there is still a long way to go, members of Disability Rights Alliance (DRA) say.
Sathish Kumar, a disabled person with cerebral palsy, said that from the entry point till the point of boarding the train, he cannot go independently in his wheelchair and needs assistance from staff in the station, which is pretty disheartening.
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People with disabilities face difficulties at automatic fare collection or ticketing gates and the washrooms. Even at the time of boarding the train, too they face problems.
“The card reader at the ticketing gates is located on top in the Phase I stations. They should be situated on the front side of the gate which will allow a wheelchair bound passenger to easily show the card or token. In the Phase I extension station, they are positioned in the front but even then, it is still high up and not very comfortable to access,” he says.
DRA members say that washrooms should have a closet centrally located with adequate spacing on both sides and the flush valve should be positioned in such a way that they have easy access.
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Similarly, travel card readers that help people to check the balance available before or after their journey should be placed at a lower height.
Boarding the train is another major problem for them. Since a gap exists between the platform and the train door, they cannot enter the train without assistance. The wheelchair may get stuck or if it is a visually impaired person, his stick may slip into this space, Mr. Kumar adds.
Vaishnavi Jayakumar, of DRA says, “We have been reiterating the need for a ramp between the train and platform for a very long time. At least for one door in each train, a rollout ramp can be created. In the absence of this facility, staff have to be always relied upon. Right now, nearly 3 lakh passengers travel every day and amidst such a crowd if a person with disabilities has to rely on assistance during every single journey, it becomes a frustrating exercise. Unfortunately, it doesn’t seem that the facility will become a reality even in the Phase II project.”
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Sign language interpretations
N. Kavitha, a person with hearing impairment who frequently uses Chennai Metro Rail system, said that it would greatly help if there are sign language interpretations on the passenger information display system in the stations.
Apart from the issues that have been flagged so far, Ms. Jayakumar says, there are some more improvements that Chennai Metro Rail can do which will help persons with disabilities. She says updates about which entry/exit point in each station is accessible should be mentioned in their mobile app and also in their website. “At present, people have no idea which entry/exit point can be used,” she adds.
Issues not to repeat in Phase II
Meanwhile, as the 118.9 km Phase II project is in progress and as much as ₹63,246 crore is being spent on it, persons with disabilities want Chennai Metro Rail to ensure that issues persisting in the Phase I do not occur.
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Since Phase II project covers a vast area, fixing the above issues could make a significant difference to the community and help them travel independently.
The flooring is very slippery in both Phase I and Phase I extension stations and this mistake should not be repeated in the upcoming Phase II project, they say. If Ticket Vending Machines are going to be installed in the Phase II project too, they should be functional.
Design of the project
Ms. Jayakumar says that one of the most important things during such projects is the design. “If the design is centred on disabilities, not only persons with disabilities but also those with reduced mobility like senior citizens and pregnant women will benefit. These changes are not too difficult to make and if the authorities manage to do it, then so many disabled persons will be able to seamlessly use this mass rapid transit.”
Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) officials say they are going to have a consultant who will oversee the designs of the Phase II project and ensure that the stations built are in accordance with the Harmonized Guidelines and Space Standards for Universal Accessibility in India by 2021.
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Broadcasting & Cable TV Industry Guide 2024: In 2023, US, Japan, And Germany Recorded 36.9 Million, 5.3 Million, And 5 Million, Respectively, Of Net Additions To Their Svod Accounts - Forecast To 2028
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(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) Dublin, Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Broadcasting & Cable TV Global industry Guide 2019-2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
The global broadcasting & cable TV market recorded revenues of $433.4 billion in 2023, representing a negative compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.9% between 2018 and 2023.
Global Broadcasting & Cable TV industry profile provides top-line qualitative and quantitative summary information including: market size (value, and forecast to 2028). The profile also contains descriptions of the leading players including key financial metrics and analysis of competitive pressures within the market.
Key Highlights
Broadcasting & cable TV market consists of all terrestrial, cable, and satellite broadcasters of digital and analog television programming. The market value represents the revenues generated by market players in a specific year. The market is segmented into TV advertising, TV license or public funds, and TV subscriptions. All market data and forecasts are adjusted for inflation and all currency conversions used in the creation of this report have been calculated using yearly annual average exchange rates. The TV subscriptions segment accounted for the market's largest proportion in 2023, with total revenues of $200.4 billion, equivalent to 46.2% of the market's overall value. The contraction of the market during 2018-23 is attributed to the shift in consumer preference towards over-the-top (OTT) streaming services. According to GlobalData, in 2023, the US, Japan, and Germany recorded 36.9 million, 5.3 million, and 5.0 million, respectively, of net additions to their subscription video-on-demand (SVoD) accounts.
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What was the size of the global broadcasting & cable tv market by value in 2023? What will be the size of the global broadcasting & cable tv market in 2028? What factors are affecting the strength of competition in the global broadcasting & cable tv market? How has the market performed over the last five years? What are the main segments that make up the global broadcasting & cable tv market?
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1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1.1. Market value
1.2. Market value forecast
1.3. Category segmentation
1.4. Geography segmentation
1.5. Competitive landscape
2 Introduction
2.1. What is this report about?
2.2. Who is the target reader?
2.3. How to use this report
2.4. Definitions
3 Global Broadcasting & Cable TV
3.1. Market Overview
3.2. Market Data
3.3. Market Segmentation
3.4. Market outlook
3.5. Five forces analysis
4 Macroeconomic Indicators
4.1. Country data
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Asahi Broadcasting Group Holdings Corporation AT&T Inc Atresmedia Corporacion de Medios de Comunicacion SA Australian Broadcasting Corp Bell Media Inc. British Broadcasting Corporation BT Group plc China Central Television Comcast Corporation Corporacion Radio Television Espanola SA Corus Entertainment Inc Danish Broadcasting Corporation Digiturk Dogan Sirketler Grubu Holding A.S. Foxtel Group France Televisions SA Fuji Media Holdings Inc Globo Comunicacao e Participacoes S.A. Grupo Multimedios, S.A DE C.V. Grupo Televisa S.A.B. Hunan Interactive Entertainment Media Co Ltd ITV plc Jiangsu Broadcasting Cable Information Network Corp Ltd JSC Gazprom Media Holding Korean Broadcasting System MediaCorp Pte Ltd Mediaset Espana Comunicacion SA Metropole Television SA MFE-MediaForEurope N.V. MultiChoice Africa (Pty) Limited Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation Nederlandse Publieke Omroep Nippon Television Holdings Inc Norsk Rikskringkasting AS Paramount Global Inc Prasar Bharati ProSiebenSat.1 Media SE PT Elang Mahkota Teknologi Tbk PT. Global Mediacom Tbk RAI Radiotelevisione Italiana SpA Rogers Communications, Inc. RTL Group SA Sentech Ltd Seoul Broadcasting System Shanghai Media Group Singapore Telecommunications Ltd Sky Limited South African Broadcasting Corp SOC Ltd Southern Cross Media Group Ltd Special Broadcasting Service Corp StarHub Ltd StarSat Sun TV Network Ltd Sveriges Television AB TBS Holdings Inc Television Francaise 1 SA Tricolor TV Turkish Radio and Television Corporation TV Azteca SAB de CV TV18 Broadcast Ltd Viaplay Group AB Vivendi S.A. Yleisradio Oy Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited Zweites Deutsches Fernsehen
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The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) submitted its fifth status report in the Supreme Court of India today, Tuesday, October 15, during the RG Kar Kolkata rape-murder case hearing.
In its status report on the rape-murder case involving a doctor from Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, the CBI indicated that, based on the investigation conducted, a chargesheet was filed on October 7, 2024, against accused Sanjoy Roy for offences under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) 2023.
The status report further indicates that the ongoing investigation will continue to explore the potential involvement of others in the alleged rape and murder that occurred on August 9, it was noted by the apex court today.
Today, Tuesday, October 15, the hearing resumed for the RG Kar rape-murder case in the Supreme Court by the bench led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud.
The court will be updated on the status report within three weeks, noted the CJI.
It might be noted that previously, the court had refrained from revealing the details of the 4th status report stating that the investigation would be affected.
The CBI is investigating the rape and murder that took place on August 9, 2024, at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, as well as alleged financial irregularities at the hospital under former RG Kar Principal Dr Sandip Ghosh. The upcoming status report is expected to provide details on both investigations.
The next hearing is likely to be listed after the Diwali vacation.
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Throughout the last three months, 15 analysts have evaluated Procter & Gamble PG, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Procter & Gamble, revealing an average target of $173.33, a high estimate of $190.00, and a low estimate of $159.00. Surpassing the previous average price target of $169.91, the current average has increased by 2.01%.
Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Procter & Gamble. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
Key Insights:
- Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Procter & Gamble. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.
- Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Procter & Gamble compared to the broader market.
- Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Procter & Gamble's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Procter & Gamble's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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Get to Know Procter & Gamble Better
Since its founding in 1837, Procter & Gamble has become one of the world's largest consumer product manufacturers, generating more than $80 billion in annual sales. It operates with a lineup of leading brands, including more than 20 that generate north of $1 billion each in annual global sales, such as Tide laundry detergent, Charmin toilet paper, Pantene shampoo, and Pampers diapers. Sales outside its home turf represent more than half of the firm's consolidated total.
Procter & Gamble: Financial Performance Dissected
Market Capitalization: Boasting an elevated market capitalization, the company surpasses industry averages. This signals substantial size and strong market recognition.
Negative Revenue Trend: Examining Procter & Gamble's financials over 3 months reveals challenges. As of 30 June, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -0.1% in revenue growth, reflecting a decrease in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Consumer Staples sector.
Net Margin: Procter & Gamble's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 14.91% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Procter & Gamble's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 6.2%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 2.53%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.67, Procter & Gamble adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
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Soma Textiles & Industries Ltd, SVP Global Textiles Ltd, Orient Press Ltd and Wonder Electricals Ltd are among the other losers in the BSE's 'B' group today, 15 October 2024.
Soma Textiles & Industries Ltd, SVP Global Textiles Ltd, Orient Press Ltd and Wonder Electricals Ltd are among the other losers in the BSE's 'B' group today, 15 October 2024.
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Sri Havisha Hospitality & Infrastructure Ltd lost 7.17% to Rs 2.72 at 14:32 IST.The stock was the biggest loser in the BSE's 'B' group.On the BSE, 3.5 lakh shares were traded on the counter so far as against the average daily volumes of 1.03 lakh shares in the past one month.
Soma Textiles & Industries Ltd crashed 6.52% to Rs 47. The stock was the second biggest loser in 'B' group.On the BSE, 8330 shares were traded on the counter so far as against the average daily volumes of 53387 shares in the past one month.
SVP Global Textiles Ltd tumbled 6.35% to Rs 6.34. The stock was the third biggest loser in 'B' group.On the BSE, 69024 shares were traded on the counter so far as against the average daily volumes of 20369 shares in the past one month.
Orient Press Ltd corrected 6.28% to Rs 114.9. The stock was the fourth biggest loser in 'B' group.On the BSE, 28422 shares were traded on the counter so far as against the average daily volumes of 10145 shares in the past one month.
Wonder Electricals Ltd slipped 6.08% to Rs 1488.75. The stock was the fifth biggest loser in 'B' group.On the BSE, 4839 shares were traded on the counter so far as against the average daily volumes of 10258 shares in the past one month.
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Rocksteady is a tough but manageable boss fight in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants in Manhattan, and this is how you defeat him.
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You have to see this! Runaway dog causes California freeway to shut down
Published atMAKING A RUN FOR IT — A runaway dog has gone viral after highway patrol in southern California shut down the freeway to rescue the four-legged escapee.
Footage of the dog roaming the 91 Freeway in Long Beach, California, was recorded on September 22, 2024. Since being shared online, the video has continued to gain more traction on the internet.
The video, taken by someone with the username @adrifer777, shows traffic at a standstill as a dog appears to casually make its way down the highway with a patrol vehicle following nearby.
Highway patrolmen, along with bystanders, are then seen trying to capture the dog — either on foot or with the help of their motorcycles — as the dog starts running.
Eventually, the video ends with a man carrying the dog to a patrol car, where it is successfully placed in the backseat.
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Your horoscope for Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Aries
March 21-April 19
★★★★
The Moon moves into Aries, immediately refreshing your emotional state. It returns the keys to adventurous impetus.
Taurus
April 20-May 20
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The Aries Moon nudges you out of complacency. Venus presence in Scorpio means nothing will be swept under the rug.
Gemini
May 21-June 20
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The Aries Moon puts a thrill through your nervous system. The Libran Sun keeps you on a deliciously even keel.
Cancer
June 21-July 22
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The Moon in Aries sends you scurrying to a safe place. Ironically, there is nothing to fear. Life continues to bless you.
Leo
July 23-August 22
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The Aries Moon ignites a big fire in your heart that you immediately take out to play with your friends and allies.
Virgo
August 23-September 22
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The Aries Moon mixes drinks with Mercury in Scorpio and provides you with a cocktail made of action and intuition.
Libra
September 23-October 22
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Uranus in Taurus is drawing underlying beliefs to the surface that you thought you had exhumed long ago.
Scorpio
October 23-November 21
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Mercury is starting to find his feet in Scorpio, offering you vision and insight that you thought had gone missing.
Sagittarius
November 22-December 21
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Jupiter is harmoniously aspected to the Sun. This allows you the luxury of being able to sail safely above the day’s tensions.
Capricorn
December 22-January 19
★★★
The Aries Moon nudges you into action. Those plans you have been working on are ready to be put into practice.
Aquarius
January 20-February 18
★★
The Dark Moon/Lilith in Libra is annoyingly bringing blind spots to the surface. Put the defensive armour of pride aside.
Pisces
February 19-March 20
★★★★
Even though the Moon has moved into Aries, you are sufficiently energised to keep things positive. Shine brightly.
The flavour of the day:
Be forthright. Be inspired. Be inspiring.
Your birthday message:
Be your best empathic, diplomatic self. Negotiate those with touchy feelings, with all the tenderness you can muster.
Key: ★★ Challenging ★★★ Encouraging ★★★★ Excellent
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‘My report card of how I have done since June, is a solid B+. said the Indian talent who was born in Dubai
Dubai's Rayhan Thomas transiting through town on his way to play in the Asian Tour in Thailand. - Supplied photo
Rayhan Thomas, the Dubai-born golfer, continued his impressive professional journey as he advanced to Stage 2 of the PGA Tour Qualifying School after a strong performance in Nebraska.
Speaking with Khaleej Times during a brief stop in Dubai, Thomas reflected on his progress since turning pro in June and his upcoming schedule.
Thomas, who represents Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club and is a former Dubai Creek member, said: "I achieved my target for last week," Thomas said about Stage 1. "The weather was ideal for golf, and I hit a lot of fairways and greens in regulation."
Over 72 holes, he recorded 18 birdies, 45 pars, and only nine bogeys, showcasing his consistency and confidence throughout the tournament.
Thomas is now preparing for the next challenge – Stage 2 of the PGA Tour Qualifying School, with the final stage to be held at the prestigious TPC Sawgrass in Florida. Additionally, he will compete in Stage 2 of the DP World Tour Qualifying School in Spain later this month, followed by the six-round Final Stage in November.
Currently in Dubai, Thomas is training for his upcoming appearance in the $2 million International Series Thailand, held at Thai Country Club. "I’ll be here until the 20th of October, then I’ll head to Thailand with my mum, who’ll just watch me play this time," he shared. He plans to practice at The Els Club, Emirates Golf Club, and Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club, where he is a member.
On completing his round, Thomas drove the 300-mile journey from Nebraska to Oklahoma to stay with his friend, world number eight Viktor Hovland (Nor), who also went to Oklahoma State University.
Thomas now advances to one of the five Second Stage qualifiers on the PGA Tour - all played by 6th December, with the Final 72-hole Stage of qualifying, to be held December 12th – 15th, at TPC Sawgrass, Florida over both the Dye’s Valley Course and at Sawgrass Country Club.
Thomas is also in the field for Stage Two of the DP World Tour Qualifying School in Spain, October 31st – 3rd November 2024, over four rounds, followed by the six-round Final Stage at Infinitum Golf in Spain, 8th – 13th November 2024.
“I am here in Dubai until 20th October – then I will fly with my mum – to play in Thailand,” said Thomas. “Mum will just watch me play and will not caddie or do anything else.
“This week, I will practice and prepare for Thailand – my sister is in town – she is normally in India, so it is great to have the family together.
“I will get some gym work in and now it seems a lot cooler in Dubai (or am I getting used to it?),” he added. “I plan to practice at, The Els Club, Emirates Golf Club and Dubai Creek.
“My report card of how I have done since turning professional on 1st June 2024 is a solid B+. I have got through two First stages of Q’School – won on the PGTI and had a top 10 on the Asian Tour.
“This is only the start – through playing University golf and seeing golf as a professional - I have always known the standard of golf required – so there is no complacency from my side.”
At A Glance
Rayhan's rsults since turning professional on June 1st, 2024.
13th – 16th June 2024, Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Kansas Wichita Open (Korn Ferry Tour): 72, 64, 67, 73. 276.
4th - 7th July 2024: International Series – Morocco (Asian Tour): 69, 73, 69, 72. 283.
8th – 11th August 2024: International Series – England (Asian Tour): 73, 70. 143.
14th – 17th August, 2024, KGiSL Presents Coimbatore Open (PGTI): 70, 67, 69, 68. 274.
17th – 20th September, 2024: DP World Tour Qualifying School, Stage One: 68, 72, 71, 70. 281.
8th - 11th October, 2024: PGA Tour Qualifying School Presented by Korn Ferry, Stage One: 68, 66, 71, 70. 275.
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FIFA president Gianni Infantino tours Seattle ahead of next year’s Club World Cup
Seattle’s Lumen Field will host six games during next year’s Club World Cup. FIFA president Gianni Infantino made the announcement Tuesday. The Seattle Sounders earned a spot in the competition by winning the 2022 CONCACAF Champions League. They will host all three of their group matches at their home stadium. Three other matches will also be played at Lumen Field, one of 12 stadiums that will host a total of 63 tournament games during the tournament. The event will include an expanded field of 32 teams from FIFA’s six soccer confederations.
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Over the last four decades, a team of government physical medicine and rehabilitation professionals have been quietly working to bring back the smiles on the faces of thousands of patients.
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Established in 1979, the Government Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine (GIRM), K.K. Nagar - which is attached to Madras Medical College (MMC) - has been offering comprehensive rehabilitation services - medical, social and vocational rehabilitation to persons with locomotor disabilities. It was upgraded to a Centre of Excellence for rehabilitation in January 2023, according to doctors.
The institute receives nearly 300 outpatients a day and has a bed strength of 130; at any given point of time, there are 40 to 50 in-patients. A huge chunk of patients seeking comprehensive rehabilitation training are those who had undergone amputations, persons who sustained spinal cord injuries, those who suffered strokes and those with traumatic brain injury. In fact, the hospital offers interventional pain and spasticity management for patients with musculoskeletal pain as outpatient treatment, said P. Thirunavukkarasu, Director and Professor, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department, GIRM, MMC.
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The team comprises six doctors - one professor, one associate professor and four assistant professors - with Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PMR) qualification, 15 postgraduate medical students (five seats in MD PMR offered/year), 13 staff nurses and three nursing superintendents, 11 physiotherapists, 27 prosthetics and orthotics technicians, and a vocational counsellor.
Dr. Thirunavukkarasu said, “At the outpatient department, we treat persons with any musculoskeletal pain from head to foot. We make an assessment, diagnose and treat patients. Three interventions are done here - ultrasound-guided interventional procedures, C-Arm with steroids and platelet-rich plasma performed by PMR physicians,” he said. In addition, disability assessment and certification are done here.
The institute has standardised protocols in place for rehabilitation of amputees, those with spinal cord injuries and stroke. In the domain of neuro rehabilitation, doctors treat patients with spinal cord injuries - paraplegia and quadriplegia - with the aim of making them independent. “We need to avoid deep vein thrombosis in such patients. We enable them to move themselves to gain independent mobility. Many come with lack of bladder and bowel control. We train them for both bladder and bowel management. We also look at wheelchair mobility in which patients learn to transfer from the bed to wheelchair,” he said.
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Patients with stroke, traumatic brain injury sequelae are also assessed and treated. For persons who had suffered strokes, the institute offers electrical muscle stimulation and electromyographic biofeedback, a rehabilitation technique that helps a person understand their muscle activity through visual feedback. Recently, the institute added virtual reality rehabilitation equipment costing ₹35 lakh. This enabled balance training, mirror training and cognitive training in patients, he explained.
Rehabilitation of amputees is a key focus area of the institute. Under the Chief Minister’s Comprehensive Health Insurance Scheme (CMCHIS), the institute has been providing upper limb prosthesis and lower limb prosthesis to enable ambulation. Patients, on registration, undergo pre-prosthetic training and post-prosthetic training that includes level walking, assessment of gait by way of treadmill walking, walking on slopes and climbing stairs. So far, 120 prostheses have been given under CMCHIS.
To complete the process of rehabilitation, GIRM has a vocational counsellor on campus and there are plans to coordinate with the Government of India’s Vocational Rehabilitation Centre to identify and train persons. This is not all. More equipment is in the pipeline for GIRM. This includes transcranial magnetic stimulation, robotic arm, radio frequency ablation therapy and urodynamic study.
“Rehabilitation is not about the physical condition alone. Social, economic and vocational independence is crucial for a person. We want people to get back into society after rehabilitation,” Dr. Thirunavukkarasu observed.
One of the recent interesting cases at GIRM was how a bilateral upper limb amputee was assessed for four-wheeler driving with suggested custom modification using foot for driving.
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(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) SEATTLE, Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gaming-focused Layer-2 decentralized Network HYCHAIN today announced the much-anticipated global launch of Loot Legends , a free to play roguelite dungeon crawler game with hundreds of hours of rich dungeons, boss fights, and gameplay, available on both the App Store and google Play. Ahead of its release, the game has already garnered over 101K+ pre-registrations , highlighting its eagerly awaited arrival among gamers.
Loot Legends unfolds across an expansive universe featuring over 10 unique chapters, 200 dungeon levels, and more than 1500 pieces of gear, including armor and weapons. Players can enjoy thrilling boss fights, craft potent items, and explore intricately designed crafted levels. A standout aspect of the game is the 'LootBoxes', which are filled with a diverse range of items from diamonds and gold to pet fragments and runes, providing both fundamental resources and rare, game-enhancing artifacts.
During the recent 10-day closed beta of Loot Legends , the team successfully engaged over 2,600 beta testers, who collectively spent more than 2 million Diamonds. This period saw the exploration of over 95K dungeons, and impressively, the game maintained a 7-day retention rate of over 40%. These statistics highlight the game's strong appeal and engagement among early users, which the team believes lays a promising foundation for its upcoming public launch.
"We are incredibly excited about the launch of Loot Legends and are delighted by the community's strong reception," said ArkDev, co-founder of HYCHAIN. "This enthusiasm reinforces our vision for a vibrant, permissionless L2 blockchain that not only enhances Web3 game publishing but also brings players an unmatched, frictionless gaming experience."
In Loot Legends, players engage with an in-game currency system designed to enhance the gaming experience. Diamonds, the most coveted currency, are obtainable through gameplay and are essential for acquiring high-value upgrades and unique items. Gold serves as the standard currency for regular transactions and upgrades, while Honor Medals, Crystals, and Contribution Coins offer specialized purchasing power within PvP, home base enhancements, and guild activities respectively.
The economic backbone of Loot Legends is built around the $TOPIA token, digital game-currency. This in-game currency can be earned by competing in global leaderboards, completing daily activities, and achieving game milestones. Players can use $TOPIA to gain a 30% discount on Diamonds, the premium currency, which is crucial for buying upgrades and special items.
Loot Legends is designed to foster a strong community. Players can form or join guilds, participate in multiplayer raids, and challenge other players, promoting a collaborative and competitive environment.
"Loot Legends is designed to be a game that appeals to all gamers, whether they're from the Web3 or Web2 space. It's not just about technology; it's about crafting a fun, engaging experience where gamers can connect, compete, and enjoy every moment. We've built a platform that welcomes all gamers," said Temptranquil, co-founder of HYCHAIN.
In November, HYCHAIN will introduce The Outpost, a peer-to-peer marketplace within Loot Legends. This innovative feature allows players to trade in-game items as digital collectibles, further bridging the gap between virtual gaming and real-world value.
Looking ahead, HYCHAIN is committed to the continuous development of Loot Legends. The roadmap includes regular updates, new chapters, and special events to keep the gameplay exciting and engaging. Loot Legends is more than just a game-it's a new way of experiencing mobile gaming. Users can join the adventure, rise through the ranks, and possibly change the way you think about mobile games forever.
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During a hearing on the RG Kar rape-murder case, senior Advocate Rakesh Dwivedi, representing the West Bengal government, submitted an affidavit to the Supreme Court outlining the initiatives being undertaken to enhance safety and security in medical colleges across the state.
Today, Tuesday, October 15, the hearing resumed for the RG Kar rape-murder case in the Supreme Court by the bench led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud.
The state informed the Supreme Court that it has sanctioned work worth Rs 123 crores to strengthen infrastructure and security in government hospitals across the state of West Bengal.
The affidavit indicated that nearly 90 to 95 per cent of this work has been completed and the rest is expected to be done by October 31.
On the other hand, appearing for doctors’ associations, Senior Advocate Karua Nandy argued that while some work has been started in the hospitals, it is nowhere near completion, as informed by the doctors.
“We are being told by our 25,000 doctors that the work is not being done at this scale,” said Advocate Nandy.
However, responding to this, the CJI said that the court cannot ignore the affidavit which has been submitted by the government.
“An affidavit has been filed...the affidavit indicates that the state govt has sanctioned work worth Rs. 123 crores of which a substantial part has been completed. The updated status for 28 medical colleges has been tabulated in a table. The shortfall of the work in the 28 medical colleges would be completed by 25 October 2024 and in RG Kar Medical College and Hospital by 31 October 2024,” noted the CJI, as per a tweet by the Supreme Court Observer.
The West Bengal government also informed that an additional 1,500+ security personnel have been approved for deployment, out of which, 910 would be female personnel.
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Researchers at Cleveland Clinic and Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) have developed a new method that could potentially help provide better access to lung transplant for transplant candidates who are hard to match because of their blood type or height.
An analysis published in the Journal of Heart & Lung Transplantation showed significant inequity in lung transplant access based on these candidate characteristics and proposes a method for addressing it.
Lung transplant candidates require organs from donors of similar height and compatible blood type. Currently, to allow equally sick candidates equal access to transplant in the United States, the lung allocation system ranks candidates using a Composite Allocation Score, which includes a biological disadvantage subscore. This subscore provides additional points to those with shorter stature and harder-to-match blood types.
Analyzing data for adult lung transplant candidates and donors across the U.S., Cleveland Clinic and CWRU researchers have developed an alternative scoring system for the blood type and height components of the Composite Allocation Score's biological disadvantage subscore. The approach projects the supply of compatible organs for a given candidate based on the individual's combination of characteristics. The team then used a new simulation model, which it recently developed and validated, to assess the expected impact of implementing this proposed solution for U.S. patients on the lung transplant waiting list.
While the current Composite Allocation Score considers the effects of blood type and height independently, the research team's approach of considering blood type and height-based disparities simultaneously provides a more holistic evaluation of biological disadvantage, as candidates can have any combination of these biological characteristics.
"This approach may result in decreased organ waitlist mortality and increased transplant rates overall," said Maryam Valapour, M.D., M.P.P., pulmonologist at Cleveland Clinic and co-senior author of this research with Jarrod Dalton, Ph.D., Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic.
"It also better mitigates the compounding biological disadvantages stemming from hard-to-match combinations of blood type and height," said Dr. Dalton.
Candidates with type-O blood encounter a disadvantage that stems from the fact that they can only accept organs from type-O donors, while type-O organs are compatible for candidates of any ABO blood type. Controlling for height and patients' medical urgency, the analysis found that type-O candidates had a 37% lower rate of transplant compared with type-A candidates under the current system.
The height difference between donor and candidate is also an important consideration for surgical feasibility in lung transplantation. The relationship between lung transplant candidates' height and waitlist outcomes is well established, reflecting the relative lack of very tall or very short donors. For example, a candidate who is 5'9" has a 61% higher likelihood of accessing a transplant compared with a candidate who is 5'3."
This is a central mechanism for the long-observed sex disparity in lung transplant, as women tend to be shorter in stature than men, e.g. 25% of women are 5'3" or shorter compared to only 1% of men."
Dr. Maryam Valapour, M.D., M.P.P., pulmonologist at Cleveland Clinic
"While recent policy changes and discussions have focused heavily on blood type-based disparities, our analysis indicates that height extremes likely result in a greater disadvantage than previously understood and have not been sufficiently addressed in the current system," said Johnie Rose, M.D., Ph.D., CWRU School of Medicine associate professor and co-first author of this research.
"Addressing policies on disparities related to blood type and height will help us move closer to achieving equitable access to lung transplantation in the United States," said Dr. Valapour.
Next, researchers will conduct work to optimize the weighting given to biological disadvantage Composite Allocation Score components. Eventually, this approach could be applied to allocation of other transplanted organs.
This project was funded by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute of the National Institutes of Health (R01HL153175).
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Journal reference:
Rose, J., et al. (2024) A supply-based scoring approach to account for biological disadvantages in accessing lung transplant. The Journal of Heart and Lung Transplantation. doi.org/10.1016/j.healun.2024.09.022.
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Sales rise 12.29% to Rs 262.70 crore
Net profit of Stylam Industries rose 7.43% to Rs 34.11 crore in the quarter ended September 2024 as against Rs 31.75 crore during the previous quarter ended September 2023. Sales rose 12.29% to Rs 262.70 crore in the quarter ended September 2024 as against Rs 233.94 crore during the previous quarter ended September 2023. ParticularsQuarter EndedSep. 2024Sep. 2023% Var.Sales262.70233.94 12 OPM %20.7020.20 -PBDT52.2748.55 8 PBT46.8443.29 8 NP34.1131.75 7Powered by Capital Market - Live News
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Your employer may start covering weight-loss drugs soon
Published at(CNN) — Hoping your company will begin paying for anti-obesity medications like Wegovy? You may be in luck.
A growing number of employers are considering covering the blockbuster weight-loss drugs, several surveys show. Workers will learn whether they’ll gain such coverage for the coming year during open enrollment, which launches this month at many companies.
GLP-1 drugs, which treat diabetes, obesity and certain other conditions, have become super popular since they came on the market a few years ago because they help patients shed pounds. While employers typically cover the medications for diabetes, fewer of them do so for weight loss, in part because of the drugs’ high prices — which have also limited Americans’ access to them.
The list price for Wegovy, for instance, is about $1,350 for a four-week supply. Nearly 40 million people with employer coverage are estimated to be eligible for anti-obesity medications based on their body mass index, according to KFF, a health policy research organization.
“It could have a huge impact on premiums given the cost of the drugs,” said Matthew Rae, the associate director of KFF’s Program on the Health Care Marketplace.
Still, more than a quarter of employers are considering adding coverage for GLP-1 drugs for weight loss in 2025 or 2026, according to a national survey conducted this year by Mercer, a human resources consulting firm.
Roughly the same share say they are somewhat or very likely to begin covering these medications for weight loss within the next 12 months, according to KFF’s annual Employer Health Benefits Survey.
The chances of your employer covering an anti-obesity drug depends on its size — bigger organizations are much more likely to offer the benefit than smaller ones.
Workers are eligible for the GLP-1 medications for obesity treatment at 67% of the large companies in the Business Group on Health’s 2024 report, which surveyed mostly firms with more than 10,000 employees.
Mercer’s report, which looked at employers with at least 500 workers, found that just over half are providing such coverage this year. But only 18% of firms in KFF’s survey, which includes those with 200 or more employees, cover GLP-1 drugs primarily for weight loss.
Even employers that provide coverage for anti-obesity drugs often put up guardrails, such as requiring employees to receive prior authorization or to try other weight-loss methods first. Some have higher thresholds for body mass index than the Food and Drug Administration’s definition of at least 30 for adults or mandate that workers participate in weight management programs.
“Even as more employers are adding the coverage, more employers are also adding controls on the coverage to really target it to the people who need it the most and will benefit the most,” said Beth Umland, director of research, health and benefits, at Mercer, which found that 35% of employers in its 2023 survey had some type of guardrails.
Though many workers are clamoring for anti-obesity drug coverage, providing the benefit is simply too difficult or costly for some companies. Mercer’s study found that 10% of employers that covered the medications in 2024 were considering dropping coverage and 3% recently discontinued it or plan to do so.
Earlier this year, Eileen Pabon, who manages benefits and wellness for DSV Air & Sea US, was shocked to find out that the company’s prescription drug costs had soared by $400,000 over several months. She learned that several employees who did not have diabetes had started taking GLP-1 drugs. DSV, a global transportation company based in New Jersey, had not put any restrictions on its coverage.
So the firm, which provides health insurance to about 8,000 people, began requiring a diabetes diagnosis.
“It just wouldn’t be financially wise for us to cover it for weight loss only,” she said. “It would force us the raise the cost of health insurance coverage for the employees.”
Premiums top $25,000
The cost of family health insurance benefits at work hit nearly $25,600 this year, up 7% from a year ago, according to KFF’s annual survey. It’s the first time the total premium crossed the $25,000 threshold.
Workers were responsible for about $6,300 of that tab, while employers shelled out nearly $19,300.
Over the last five years, the 24% rise in family health insurance premiums has been roughly in line with the 23% jump in inflation and 28% increase in workers’ wages, KFF found.
The average annual premium for single coverage was nearly $9,000 this year, up 6% from the prior year. Employees paid about $1,370, while their employers picked up nearly $7,600.
Costs are expected to continue their upward march in 2025, due in part to rising prescription drug expenses and health care prices overall, according to surveys from several consulting firms. Inflation in the health care sector typically lags the general economy since insurers and providers usually negotiate multi-year contracts.
The total cost of health benefits per employee is expected to rise 5.8%, on average, in 2025, even after employers implement cost-reduction measures, according to Mercer. It’s the third year in a row that costs climbed at least 5%.
Due to the tight labor market, employers have been reluctant to push costs onto their workers in recent years. But fewer can continue absorbing the expenses, Mercer found. Some 53% said they will make cost-cutting changes to their plans — such as raising deductibles and increasing other out-of-pocket costs — in 2025, up from 44% this year.
Employers are also looking at reining in spending on prescription medications, said Eric Miller, a consulting actuary with Segal, a benefits consulting firm that works mainly with large public sector employers and unions. Outpatient drug costs are expected to climb 11.4% next year, surpassing the 8% increase projected for medical plan costs, according to Segal’s most recent survey.
The changes include adjusting the list of preferred brand name medicines that are covered and favoring the use of biosimilars, which are typically less expensive than complex biologic medications, he said.
Some employers, however, are still concerned about making their workers pay more for health care. Take Marroquin Industries Corp in Hawthorne, California. The company, which supplies machine automation and controls and employs nine people, is expecting its premiums will increase between 5% and 8% for 2025, similar to the price hikes of recent years.
While employees will see their monthly premiums rise accordingly, Marroquin won’t increase their share of the premium or boost their deductibles or out-of-pocket costs, nor will it slim down benefits. The company is worried about losing its staff to larger competitors, said Vicky Cathcart, Marroquin’s business manager.
Instead, it will have to raise the price of its products, as well as accept having a smaller profit margin.
“Essentially, our customers are paying for it,” Cathcart said.
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Iowa State, BYU are 6-0 midseason surprises in Big 12; QB Shedeur Sanders the top player in AP vote
The Big 12 hit the halfway point of this season with a pair of 6-0 teams, though neither ninth-ranked Iowa State or No. 13 BYU were considered preseason favorites in the expanded 16-team conference.
Iowa State’s Matt Campbell, in his ninth season, was picked as the Big 12’s top coach for the first half of the season in a vote by 10 Associated Press writers who cover the league released Tuesday. The Cyclones are 6-0 for the first time since 1938, with a defense that allows only 11 points and 285.3 total yards a game.
BYU (6-0, 3-0 Big 12) was selected as the most surprising team. The Cougars have already surpassed their overall and conference win totals from their Big 12 debut last season, which ended with a five-game losing streak.
Oklahoma State and Kansas, two of the teams picked above them, have both lost their first three conference games. League newcomer Utah (4-2, 1-2) just fell out of the Top 25 for the first time this season,
The Cyclones and Cougars, tied with Texas Tech (5-1, 3-0) atop the Big 12 standings, don’t play each other in the regular season. Iowa State does host Texas Tech on Nov. 2.
Top offensive player
Shedeur Sanders, Colorado. The quarterback and son of coach Deion Sanders leads the Big 12 with 336.3 yards passing per game and 17 touchdowns. He has completed 172 of 237 passes (72.6%) for 2,371 yards with four interceptions for the Buffaloes in their first season back in the league.
In Colorado’s 31-28 home loss to No. 17 Kansas State, Sanders set a school record by completing 16 passes in a row. He finished 34 of 40 for 388 yards and three touchdowns, even after two-way standout Travis Hunter and three other receivers got hurt.
Top defensive player
Nick Martin, Oklahoma State. After his 140 total tackles and 83 solo stops in 2023 were the most for any Big 12 player since 2018, the Cowboys linebacker was having another outstanding season before a knee injury in the fourth quarter against Kansas State on Sept. 28. He had 47 tackles (28 solo) and 7 1/2 tackles for loss in the first five games. Martin is second in the Big 12 with his 9.4 tackles per game, trailing teammate Trey Rucker (11.5).
Top first-year freshman
Josiah Trotter, West Virginia. The linebacker didn’t play as a true freshman a year ago after a season-ending leg injury in spring practice. The son of former NFL All-Pro LB Jeremiah Trotter Sr. and brother of North Carolina LB Jeremiah Trotter Jr. is tied for sixth in the Big 12 with 46 total tackles. He has three 10-tackle games this season.
Top first-year transfer
Brendan Sorsby, Cincinnati. The quarterback transfer from Indiana is third in the Big 12 and 13th nationally with 287 yards passing per game. Sorsby has completed 133 of 201 passes (66.2%) for 1,722 yards with 13 TDs and three interceptions for the Bearcats (4-2, 2-1). He had multiple TD passes five times as a redshirt freshman with the Hoosiers last year.
Most surprising player
Cam Skattebo, Arizona State. The bulldozing and versatile running back is third in the Big 12 with 128.8 yards rushing per game, second with his eight TDs, and first with his 7.3 yards per carry. Skattebo last season also took snaps at quarterback, lined up as a receiver and even punted. He has back-to-back 150-yard rushing games since a 100-yard receiving game.
Most disappointing teams
There was a tie between Kansas (1-5) and Oklahoma State (3-3).
The Jayhawks were coming off a 9-4 season when quarterback Jalon Daniels played only three games because of a back injury. With Daniels healthy, they went into this season in the Top 25, won their opener against an FCS team and have since lost five straight games, four by a touchdown or less.
Oklahoma State, the Big 12 runner-up twice in the past three seasons, has lost two league games at home. That includes a 24-point loss to West Virginia in their last game two weeks ago. Ollie Gordon II was the nation’s leading rusher last season, but has 158 yards combined in the Cowboys’ five games against FBS opponents.
Hottest seat
Baylor coach Dave Aranda survived a 3-9 record last year, but might not be as fortunate this season. The Bears (2-4) are 11-20 since Aranda’s second season in 2021, when they set a school record with 12 wins after a Sugar Bowl victory. Aranda, LSU’s defensive coordinator for a national title before going to Baylor, took over defensive play-calling this year. The Bears are 0-3 in the Big 12, allowing more than 38 points a game in those games.
Biggest injury
QB Cam Rising missed Utah’s final Pac-12 season after a major knee injury during the Rose Bowl on Jan. 2, 2023. The 25-year-old and seventh-year senior quarterback injured his hand in Week 2 this season, missed three games and now is out indefinitely with a lower leg injury. He is 34-of-66 passing (51.5%) for 555 yards and seven TDs along with three interceptions.
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Origins longitudinal project: Telethon funded health study in WA welcomes 10,000th baby participant
One of the country’s biggest and most unique studies tracking the health and wellbeing of children from birth has reached a major milestone after welcoming its 10,000th — and final — baby to the project.
Based in WA, the Origins longitudinal project is the most comprehensive study of pregnant women and their families in Australia.
It was initiated in 2017 with the goal of recruiting 10,000 babies and their families who were receiving pregnancy care — or were planning to deliver their child at Joondalup Health campus.
Families from the Joondalup and Wanneroo areas signed up to take part in the study, which follows the participant for the first five years of their life.
Funded by Telethon, participating families have — over several years — provided thousands of biological samples and answered questionnaires about themselves and their babies’ habits and health.
The Origins researchers ultimately hope to use the data to improve child and adult health and deliver findings which may help reduce certain childhood diseases like asthma and eczema.
The team had good reason to celebrate last week when the birth of a little boy not only marked a major milestone for his family but also the study.
Christian Hough, who was born at Joondalup Health Campus on October 8, was the little bundle of joy who helped the study team reach its 10,000th baby participant milestone.
Christian’s older brother Jake, who is almost three, and mum Sarah are already study participants.
Now seven years into the study, the Origins team has collected a staggering 539,240 millilitres of blood from both babies and their parents. That’s enough to fill a commercial refrigerator.
A whopping 97,000 grams worth of stool samples — enough to fill one-and-a-half washing machines — has also been gathered.
As part of the project, study participants are also asked to collect a small sample of dust from their home. The study team has so far accumulated enough dust to fill three bathtubs.
Origins co-director and Professor of Paediatrics at Joondalup Health Campus Desiree Silva said the 10,000th baby milestone was a “great achievement.”
She said she and her research team ultimately hoped to reduce the rate of certain childhood related diseases by carefully analysing all of the data gathered.
“It really is a unique study,” Professor Silva said.
“We are really concerned about the rising rates of a number of childhood conditions like obesity, allergies, asthma and eczema . . . which we know some of those are partly pre-programmed in the womb, or in early life.
“With the rising rates of all of these conditions, you can see already that we struggle to provide paediatric support for these children . . . the waiting lists are enormous at the moment.
“What we really need to be looking at is why is this happening and how can we correct it, or at least reduce the symptoms.
“So Origins is very much trying to understand why there is this rise in what we call non-communicable diseases and how we can actually change that trajectory.
“Our main goal is to have happy and healthy children, and what can make a child really flourish.”
Professor Silva said another unique aspect of the study — which is a collaboration between Joondalup Health Campus and Kids Research Institute Australia — was that the research team was providing the participating families with real-time feedback and assistance as they needed it.
“We are not just watching them but we are also providing the parents and families real-time feedback on things and issues they might need to get help on,” she said.
“For example, if we find something abnormal in the (child’s development) then we will try and direct them to the right services and flag those issues.”
Christian’s mother Sarah Hough said taking part in the study was an easy choice for her family.
“The work Origins is undertaking is life changing, not only for my kids but future generations as well,” Ms Hough said.
“We feel proud to be part of a study that’s helping to save the lives of future children and help all families have a healthier start to life.
“I’ve also found it really helpful and very rewarding being able to help the researchers.”
Professor Silva said it was only because of the co-operation of families like Ms Hough’s that the Origins project had succeeded.
“Without our families, there is no Origins,” she said.
“Their commitment to research, the community, the health of their own families, and that of the next generation ensures that we can enable all children to have a healthy start for a better future.”
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(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) Tower received four awards last week from the Marketing Association of Credit Unions (MAC) for the credit union's successful brand refresh in March 2023. The rebrand campaign previously also won two Diamond Awards from the CUNA Marketing & Business Development Council of America's Credit Unions and a Trailblazer Award from the Maryland & D.C. Credit Union Association.
Laurel, Maryland, Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tower federal Credit Union proudly announced today wins in four award categories from the Marketing Association of Credit Unions (MAC) for its successful brand refresh campaign. Tower won Gold for Logo Redesign, Silver for Rebrand, and Bronze for both Complete Campaign (Rebrand) and Website Redesign.
The MAC awards bring Tower's brand refresh“medal” count for this Olympic year to seven. The credit union received two Diamond Awards in March for Rebrand/New Corporate Identity and Website from the CUNA Marketing & Business Development Council of America's Credit Unions, and a Trailblazer Award in June for Best TV Commercial from the Maryland & D.C. Credit Union Association (MDDCCUA).
The annual MAC Awards recognize the most impactful and creative credit union projects and campaigns across the nation. A distinguished panel of judges evaluated a record-breaking 447 entries from over 100 different credit unions, selecting winners based on their creativity, strategic effectiveness, and overall impact.
“The MAC, CUNA, and MDDCCUA awards all recognize and celebrate the power of innovative marketing in credit union success,” said Rick Stafford, Tower's President & CEO.“I'm honored that our work in support of our mission to help our members achieve financial success has once again received national recognition. We are proud to tell the Tower story and excited to bring our refreshed brand to a new generation of members. The campaign would not have been as successful without the expertise of our talented marketing team.”
Tower's brand refresh, which took place in March of 2023, included a new modern brand identity, logo, and tagline. The refreshed branding spanned Tower branches, digital channels, member communications, and marketing. The effort also included a major advertising campaign and new 30-second TV spot.
At the same time, Tower launched a new website (towerfcu.org) with improved functionality and navigation, a mobile-first design, enhanced security features, and expanded financial education and resources.
The annual MAC Awards were presented at last month's MAC Annual Conference, held in Las Vegas.
“The MAC awards showcase the exceptional marketing strategies that credit unions are leveraging to better serve and engage their members,” said MAC Chair Lynne Jarman-Johnson.“We are honored to celebrate the dedication, creativity, and success of these projects and campaigns, which truly embody the cooperative spirit of credit unions.”
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About Tower Federal Credit Union
Tower Federal Credit Union is a member-owned, non-profit financial institution with headquarters in Laurel, Maryland. Established in 1953, Tower is one of the largest federal credit unions in Maryland, with over $4.7 billion in assets and more than 221,000 members worldwide. We provide a full array of financial products and services, including Digital Banking and top-rated mobile app. We serve our local-area members with 12 branches in Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Howard, and Prince George's counties and four branches at Fort Meade. For more information, visit
About the Marketing Association of Credit Unions
The Marketing Association of Credit Unions (MAC) was created in 1986 by Marketers for Marketers and is dedicated to supporting and advancing the marketing and communications efforts of credit unions. Through educational programs, networking opportunities, and recognition of excellence, MAC strives to enhance the effectiveness of its members and promote the credit union difference. For more information about MAC and the annual awards, please visit CONTACT: Carla Keister
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Taiwan detected a record 153 Chinese military aircraft around the self-ruled island, official data showed on Tuesday (October 15, 2024), after China held a day of large-scale drills.
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The aircraft was spotted in the 25 hours to 6:00 a.m. on Tuesday (October 15, 2024 (2200 GMT Monday), the Defence Ministry said in a statement — the most for a single day.
Beijing deployed fighter jets, drones, warships and coast guard boats to encircle Taiwan on Monday (October 14, 2024), with Taiwan responding by dispatching "appropriate forces" and placing its outlying islands on heightened alert.
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Taiwan condemned China's actions as "irrational and provocative", and the U.S. called them "unwarranted".
Japan said on Tuesday (October 15, 2024) it had expressed its "concerns" to China over the drills, and scrambled fighter jets near its southern island of Yonaguni.
"The government is closely monitoring the related activities with great interest, and has conveyed Japan's concerns to the Chinese side," deputy chief cabinet secretary Kazuhiko Aoki told reporters.
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Taiwan's Foreign Ministry on Tuesday (October 15, 2024) urged China "not to cause trouble for no reason and become a troublemaker that undermines peace and stability".
China claims Taiwan as part of its territory and insisted on Monday (October 14, 2024) it will never renounce the use of force to bring the island under its control.
Beijing has ramped up military pressure on Taipei in recent years to accept its claims of sovereignty over the island, and Monday (October 14, 2024) represented the fourth round of large-scale drills in just over two years.
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Taiwan's Defence Ministry also recorded 14 Chinese navy ships in the latest 25-hour period, slightly fewer than the 17 announced Monday (October 14, 2024) afternoon.
Of the aircraft spotted, 111 crossed the median line of the sensitive Taiwan Strait that separates mainland China and Taiwan, the figures showed.
'Unwarranted'
The United States said China's actions on Monday (October 14, 2024) were "unwarranted" and risked "escalation" as it called on Beijing to act with restraint.
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China said the drills, dubbed Joint Sword 2024B, were held in areas to the north, south and east of Taiwan. Beijing declared them over by around 6:00 pm on Monday (October 14, 2024), about 13 hours after they started.
China said the exercises served as a "stern warning to the separatist acts of 'Taiwan Independence' forces".
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te, who took office in May, has been more outspoken than his predecessor Tsai Ing-wen in defending Taiwan's sovereignty, angering Beijing, which calls him a "separatist".
In his National Day speech on Thursday (October 10, 2024), Lai vowed to "resist annexation" and insisted that Beijing and Taipei were "not subordinate to each other".
Lai pledged Monday (October 14, 2024) to "protect democratic Taiwan and safeguard national security".
In late May, three days after Lai's inauguration, China launched Joint Sword-2024A, an apparent precursor to the latest drills. People in Taipei appeared to be unfazed by the exercises.
"To denounce and threaten with military force is not a big deal and we don't think it is possible that it will invade us with force," 78-year-old retiree Lai Chih-wai told AFP.
"It's not there yet. Their action is like dogs barking."
The dispute between China and Taiwan dates back to a civil war in which the nationalist forces of Chiang Kai-shek were defeated by Mao Zedong's communist fighters and fled to the island in 1949.
China and Taiwan have been ruled separately since then.
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During a hearing on the RG Kar rape-murder case in the Supreme Court, Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud ordered the National Task Force (NTF) to provide the court with tentative recommendations based on stakeholder inputs within the next three weeks. The sixth hearing of the case happened today, Tuesday, October 15.
As of today, October 15, it was reported that the National Task Force has received over 700 inputs and suggestions from various doctors’ associations and hospitals aimed at strengthening the infrastructure and security systems in medical institutions, stated tweets by Supreme Court Observer.
The Union government established the National Task Force through an office memorandum issued on August 21, 2024. At its inaugural meeting on August 27, four sub-groups were formed to engage with stakeholders and develop recommendations on the following issues:
- Strengthening the infrastructure of medical institutions
- Enhancing security systems
- Improving working conditions for healthcare professionals
- Strengthening the legal framework across all states
As the hearing resumed today, the bench led by CJI Chandrachud inquired about the progress of the National Task Force's work. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta informed the court that a questionnaire distributed by the task force received over 7,000 responses.
The CJI also questioned why the NTF did not have any meeting after September 9, as stated in a tweet by LiveLaw.
“Whatever the task force does will provide a lasting solution, so they are taking their time to carefully review each suggestion and input,” he stated in court.
The bench emphasised the need for the National Task Force to expedite its work and directed that all sub-groups hold regular meetings. "All sub-groups shall hold regular meetings so that by the next date, this court is apprised of the tentative recommendations of the NTF and its sub-groups. This should be completed within three weeks,” the CJI added.
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CHANGE: Walgreens to shut 1,200 stores as CEO Wentworth seeks turnaround. “The closures were announced in June but the company had not disclosed the number of affected stores at that time. It had over 8,000 stores in the United States as of Aug. 31 last year.”
So roughly one out of every seven stores.
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Posted in: Comics, Comics Publishers, Current News, Dynamite | Tagged: kickstarter, terminator
Dynamite Gets License For Terminator Comics Back For 40th Anniversary
Dynamite Entertainment has a new licensing partnership to bring The Terminator to comics for the franchise's 40th anniversary.
Article Summary
- Dynamite Entertainment reclaims rights for Terminator comics for 40th anniversary.
- New stories and classic reprints are planned, in collaboration with Studiocanal.
- A Kickstarter for Terminator graphic novel collections is launching in 6 days.
- Early backers receive three free digital key-issue Terminator comics.
Dynamite Entertainment has a new licensing partnership to bring The Terminator to comics for the franchise's 40th anniversary with Studiocanal S.A.S. for both new stories and reprints. And there is plenty to reprint.
NOW Comics got the license for Terminator comics first from 1988 to 1990, including early work from Alex Ross. It was picked by by Dark Horse in 1990 for a decade that included the classic Robocop Vs Terminator by Frank Miller and Walter Simonson, up to 2019. Marvel jumped in during 1991 for a brief adaptation of the second film, and Malibu also got the Terminator 2 license seperatedly in 1995, and Beckette Comics adapted Terminator 3 in 2003. Apple Books also adapted Terminator 2: Judgment Day in 2003, and Dynamite picked up the license from 2007 to 2010. IDW had Terminator: Salvation in 2009 and in 2020 published a Terminator/Transformers crossover. But Dark Horse also returned to Terminator from 2010 to 2019,
"We couldn't be prouder of this partnership done in collaboration with our agent Creative Licensing, the amazing storyline and wonderful artworks by Dynamite are the perfect way to kickstart the franchise´s upcoming anniversary," said Valérie Rolandez-Barrios, Studiocanal's Senior VP IP Licensing and Partnerships. "It's incredibly thrilling to be working with one of the biggest classic action franchises," said Nick Barrucci, Dynamite CEO and Publisher. "We're excited to treat fans to a great celebration for the groundbreaking 40th anniversary of this beloved mythos bringing both new stories and collecting the library of existing comics."
And it begins with a Kickstarter for collected editions, launching in 6 days.
We're excited to launch our next project: Terminator 40th Anniversary Graphic Novel Collections! Can you feel it? The electricity in the air? The smell of ozone? The wind kicking up just before the time displacement bubble bursts into our timeline and deposits an unstoppable killing machine? And SkyNet has something in mind to infect early backers! Fans who back in the first 48 hours will get three free digital key-issue comics from The Terminator series to read on your favorite devices. Pick up your phased plasma rifle and join the fight!
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Town Burning Through Taxpayer Money Trying to Obscure 'Trump 2024' Sign Being Projected on Water Tower
A Massachusetts town is spending taxpayer money trying to overpower and obscure a political message being projected onto the local water tower.
The town of Hanson is scrambling to respond to a message supporting former President Donald Trump’s 2024 run for the White House after it was noticed Friday.
Local administrators and officials have used government resources, including blinding spotlights and highway department employees, in a failed attempt to overpower the “Trump 2024” projection.
According to a message released by town administrator Lisa Green, the town is targeting the resident who is believed to be projecting the image from his own property.
“On Friday, Oct. 11, the Town of Hanson became aware that a resident was projecting the image of a political sign from their property onto the Town of Hanson municipal water tower at 228 High St,” Green’s official statement said. “This misleads the public into believing that this activity is sanctioned by or condoned by the Town.”
Green said the town does not endorse any specific candidate and does not allow political signage on municipal property.
The projected sign is also a violation of the town’s bylaws, according to Green. She said there are plans to punish the resident over his pro-Trump projection.
“The Town is working on a Cease and Desist order to present to the resident,” Green’s statement continued.
“The Town intends to issue the maximum fine of $100 per day until the activity is discontinued.”
Efforts to illuminate the tower with powerful spotlights in an attempt to dim the political message have so far failed to render it unreadable. Green said the town is burning through resources and plans to spend even more money to erase the message.
“This individual’s actions have the potential to cost a significant amount of taxpayer dollars, including attorney fees, overtime to pay Highway Department workers to turn the spotlight on and off each day, and the potential for having to rent or purchase stronger lighting equipment,” Green’s statement said.
“The $100 per day fine will likely not cover these expenses.”
Video showed the projection on Hanson’s water tower and the failure of spotlights to completely drown it out.
NEW: Massachusets town orders resident to stop projecting a Trump 2024 sign on the town’s water tower.
Hanson, Massachusetts town leaders say they are fearful that the projection will “mislead” the public into thinking the town has endorsed Trump.
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Despite Green’s position that the town is in the right, residents are not entirely sold on the offensive against the pro-Trump message.
“The generators have been keeping us up at night,” Patrick Croghan, who lives across the street from the water tower, told WHDH. “They’ve been really loud, and that’s been more of a problem in my eyes.
“I thought it was ingenious and laughed and got a kick out of it, but I can understand the town not wanting it up there, 100 percent, just because it is a political thing.”
At least one other resident believes the projection should be allowed to stay.
“The town has to ensure that we are following the state laws, and I believe somebody has a right to put a Trump sign anywhere they want or a Walz-Harris [sign],” resident Lisa Carson told WHDH.
Despite the threats against the person behind the projection and efforts to blot it entirely from the water tower, it appears the pro-Trump message will continue to shine for the foreseeable future.
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Do you remember the name of your second-grade teacher or what you ate for lunch today? Those memories may be separated by decades, but both are considered long-term memories.
More than half a century ago, neuroscientists discovered that damage to a brain region called the medial temporal lobe (MTL) caused a severe impairment to long-term declarative memory -; memories for explicit facts such as names and dates -; but left very short-term memory intact. Patients with damage to the MTL could keep up with and carry on a short conversation but, just a minute or two later, couldn't remember that the conversation even took place.
Surprisingly, though, those patients could learn new motor skills and retain them for days, months, or even longer, indicating that MTL damage had little effect on memories for motor skills.
So, what brain region is responsible for long-term motor skill memories, like riding a bike? Are there distinct regions where short- and long-term sensorimotor memories are formed? Researchers have been trying to answer these questions for years.
Now, researchers from the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) have shown that, just like declarative memories, short-term and long-term memories for motor skills form in different regions of the brain, with the cerebellum being critical for the formation of long-term skill memories.
The research is published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS).
This work advances our understanding of the role of the cerebellum in sensorimotor learning and points towards the role of the cerebellum as a gateway to the formation of stable memories for sensorimotor skills, largely independent of the short-term memory systems."
Maurice Smith, Gordon McKay Professor of Bioengineering at SEAS and senior author of the study
Researchers have long known that the cerebellum is critical for motor learning, but the role it plays in forming short- and longer-term skill memory was unclear. To understand the connection between the cerebellum and these memories, Smith and first author Alkis Hadjiosif, a postdoctoral fellow at SEAS and Massachusetts General Hospital, took inspiration from a seemingly messy set of previous results on motor learning in patients with cerebellar damage.
While these previous studies all found evidence for impaired sensorimotor learning in individuals with cerebellar damage, the size of this impairment varied widely among them.
"While this discrepancy might have been due to differences in the amount or precise location of the damage or to differences in the types of motor learning tasks employed, we had a different idea," said Smith.
Smith and Hadjiosif thought that subtle differences in the time between trials -; what they call the memory window -; might explain most of the observed discrepancies.
"This would be the case if long-term sensorimotor memory was specifically impaired by cerebellar damage because longer memory windows would increase reliance on the impaired long-term memory," said Hadjiosif.
The challenge was that these time intervals were seldom reported in published papers. Part researchers, part detectives, Smith and Hadjiosif tracked down the detailed raw data from two of these studies, from which they could determine the intertrial intervals for the entire trial sequences for all the individuals studied.
The researchers found that both studies had rather short intertrial intervals overall and reported only small impairments in learning for patients with severe cerebellar disease compared to healthy individuals. This meant that when participants were asked to perform the same task, say, five times, with only a few seconds between each repetition, the patients with cerebellar degeneration performed only slightly worse than healthy individuals.
But by diving deeper into the data, Smith and Hadjiosif found something interesting. Between trials, there was sometimes more time to allow the research team to reset or the participant to take a short break.
"When we examined these trial-to-trial differences, we found that the same patients who displayed near-normal performance on their short-interval practice trials were dramatically impaired on long-interval trials within the same session. And this was the case in the data from both studies," said Hadjiosif.
The team then looked at more than a dozen additional studies in which individuals with cerebellar degeneration performed motor tasks and found that the studies that used a larger number of movement directions in the task -;which would increase the time between same-direction trials that would share sensorimotor memory -; had dramatically increased memory impairment compared to those with fewer movement directions.
"These findings highlight how important time is to understanding memory degradation in patients with cerebellar degeneration and solve the mystery of the trial-to-trial and study-to-study variability in the effects of cerebellar damage on sensorimotor learning ability," said Smith. "Our research usually involves designing new experimental manipulations to acquire novel data sets that can provide insight into the mechanisms for learning and memory, but sometimes simply looking at old data through the right lens can be even more illuminating."
The research was co-authored by Tricia Gibo.
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Owning a slice of coastal paradise is part of the New Zealand dream but while many areas are now well out of reach for most Kiwis there are still a few affordable boltholes.
Real estate agents in most coastal areas say sales throughout 2023 are well down as coastal markets follow the national sales trend, but coastal property in most areas has experienced smaller overall losses in value during the downturn.
Wayne Shum, senior research analyst at Valocity, OneRoof’s data partner, said the outstanding coastal performer for 2023 was Omaha, which has experienced consistent growth since 2019 and is listed among New Zealand’s most expensive suburbs, with an average property value of $2.88 million.
It has seen a clutch of big sales this year, including Sir John Key’s former beach house, which was snapped up for well above its CV of $5.4m, and two neighbouring baches, which were bought on the same day for a combined total of more than $11m.
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At the other end of the scale were places like Te Kao in the Far North, Hokitika in West Coast, and Puponga in Tasman where Kiwis may still be able to get a foothold in the bach market. Te Kao had the nation’s lowest median value in September this year at $416,600, followed by Hokitika on $423,700 and Puponga at $575,800.
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Shum said coastal properties have generally held their value throughout the downturn, and larger generational properties were still commanding huge fees, if they were ever listed, but he believed in the current market many people were opting for an overseas holiday rather than putting a 10-year holiday budget into a deposit on a bach.
Heather Walton, principal at Ray White Omaha and Matakana, said properties in her patch were still commanding a premium.
“We’re an hour from Auckland and New Zealand’s answer to the Yarra Valley with Matakana down the road for shopping and vineyards.”
She said terrible weather and economic uncertainty had led to more listings, but good properties were still selling.
She is marketing the former Bachelor NZ mansion at 410 Pukapuka Road, in Mahurangi West, which comes with its own boat pontoon, helicopter pad and breathtaking sea and rural views.
“Places like the Coromandel are much harder to get to and it’s a straight easy drive to get here,” said Walton.
Shum said locations like Hahei in the Coromandel had also maintained their worth with limited availability while areas like Cooks Beach saw more fluctuations due to increased development.
Keith Goodall, from Richardsons Matarangi, said sales across the Coromandel have been slow but there were positive signs. A property on Kawhero Drive, in Kuaotunu, was under contract within one week of being listed in November but properties in the over $1 million category were still taking a lot of work.
Paulette Tainsh, from Harcourts Cooks Beach, said there were more listings coming but road closures and atrocious weather had taken its toll on the Coromandel market. The median sales price was $1.38m in September, down from a peak of between $1.5m and $1.6m at the end of last year. In Cooks Beach the median sale price dropped from a peak of $1.9m to $1.7m over the same period.
“It’s certainly not racing away but it is getting better. We initially did see declines through March, April and May 2023 comparative to the previous year, with the SH25a road closure. We’re now telling everyone State Highway 25a is open on December 20 and the Coromandel is open for business,” Tainsh said.
Buyers looking for more affordable options need to know where to look.
Pauline Cox, from Property Brokers Hokitika, said prices in her patch sat around $300,000, with buyers snapping up not just baches but permanent places to live in.
“People can come to Hokitika and buy the same house they had or better and put money in the bank. There are beaches, biking and tramping and it’s more relaxed.”
She has just sold an 85-hectare block of native bush for $200,000 on Whataroa Gorge Road. She was also marketing a quintessential Kiwi bach across the road from Hokitika Beach at 259 Revell Street, which is looking for offers over $420,000.
“There’s not many places in New Zealand you can still buy on the beach for that value,” said Cox.
In the Far North, Tom Rutherford, of Harcourts Bay of Islands, said the market had stalled. Agents had been selling 130 to 180 residential houses per month and they were now selling between 20 and 40, he said. They had also noticed a shift from people buying traditional holiday homes to primary residences.
“We are still getting people wanting to buy property where they come to New Zealand in three-to-six-month stints, but there are also more people looking for a primary residence, running a business from home or one person commuting.”
While anything beach front was still commanding seven figures there were still some more affordable options available including sections on the Karikari Peninsula for between $160,000 and $400,000. The median sales price in Karikari was $760,000 in September.
Rutherford said there were also sections at Ahipara for $200,000 to $350,000 but that still required building which at current building costs and mortgage interest rates put the dream out of reach for many.
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Sales rise 20.94% to Rs 145.55 crore
Net profit of Teamo Productions HQ rose 435.71% to Rs 1.50 crore in the quarter ended September 2024 as against Rs 0.28 crore during the previous quarter ended September 2023. Sales rose 20.94% to Rs 145.55 crore in the quarter ended September 2024 as against Rs 120.35 crore during the previous quarter ended September 2023. ParticularsQuarter EndedSep. 2024Sep. 2023% Var.Sales145.55120.35 21 OPM %0.870.20 -PBDT2.000.69 190 PBT2.000.69 190 NP1.500.28 436Powered by Capital Market - Live News
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“I’m honored to represent the UAE in international tournaments and will strive to do my best in the coming days,” Selvaraj stated
UAE's Jonathan Selvaraj in action on the golf course. - Photo aesgc.golf Instagram
The UAE’s Jonathan Selvaraj shot an opening round of two-under-par 70, placing him in a tie for third in the Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation’s (APGC) Nomura Cup this week at Vinpearl Golf Hai Phong in Hai Phong, Vietnam.
Selvaraj, 20 years old and the winner of the 2023-24 Emirates Golf Federation’s (EGF) Men’s Order of Merit, told Khaleej Times following his round, “The golf course was challenging. Tight fairways, tucked pins, and blowing winds create a tough combination to handle.
"I played decently; ball striking was a strong point, and dispersion was well managed. That being said, I missed many putts, and today could have been much lower. I’m looking forward to the rest of the week.
“It’s an honor to represent the UAE in international tournaments, and I look forward to doing that to the best of my ability in the coming days," Selvaraj added.
Starting on hole 10 in a two-tee start, Selvaraj was three under par after seven holes. He bogeyed hole nine to finish the front nine at 34.
On the back nine, he had a birdie-bogey run on holes 5 and 6, finishing level par with a 36.
The Nomura Cup, also known as the APGC Team Championship, is a biennial amateur team golf championship for men.
The UAE is currently in ninth place in the Team Division, with 36 holes remaining in this best-two-from-three format each day. Saudi Arabia is in 16th place.
The other players on the UAE team are Ahmad Skaik and Sam Mullane.
China currently leads the Team Division at two under par after round one, with the hosts, Vietnam, just one shot back in second place.
This year, the Nomura Cup is being played at the Vinpearl Golf Hai Phong – Marsh Course. Playing at 7,508 yards and par 72, the Marsh Course is known for its challenging natural marshy terrain. Five out of the final six holes feature water hazards, which will make the finish a true test.
The competing countries are Australia, China, Chinese Taipei, Guam, Hong Kong (China), India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar, New Zealand, Pakistan, the Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, the UAE, and hosts Vietnam.
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MEMPHIS, Tenn., Oct. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Premium Guard Inc. (PGI)
, in collaboration with NAPA Auto Parts, has sponsored 13 NAPA Gold Filters branded classrooms at the Universal Technical Institute (UTI). The strategic alliance held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, October 8, at the NASCAR Technical Institute in Mooresville, North Carolina to commemorate the completion of the classrooms.
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NAPA, PGI, and UTI Teams at the NASCAR Technical Institute to commemorate the completion of 13 NAPA Gold branded classrooms.
Founded in 1965, Universal Technical Institute delivers quality education and training for in-demand careers. Accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), UTI has graduated approximately 250,000 students from 15 campuses across the United States.
"The aftermarket is a critical part of the automotive ecosystem, supporting everything from individual vehicle owners to large fleets. Brands like NAPA Gold play a crucial role in this space by delivering high-quality filters and parts that the technicians of today and tomorrow will use every day. PGI and NAPA work together to engineer and build best-in-class NAPA Gold filters. These filters are designed to provide superior filtration efficiency and optimal flow, ensuring that our customers' vehicles are not only well protected, but also performing at their very best." – Anan Bishara, Premium Guard CEO
The newly NAPA-branded classrooms facilitate access to the same high-quality auto parts and technical resources that technicians can expect to encounter in the field. The PGI and NAPA alliance helps ensure the Universal Technical Institute and its students are well positioned for an insightful learning experience and successful careers after graduation.
"The expansion of our alliance with UTI is a testament to our shared commitment to providing state-of-the-industry training to the next generation of skilled automotive technicians. This starts with putting quality parts in their hands. We partnered with PGI to redesign the NAPA Gold Filter to the highest quality standards, providing the performance demanded by today's modern engines," said Danny Huffaker, Senior Vice President, Category Management at NAPA. "We're proud to help drive forward the next generation of the automotive aftermarket's future through this program."
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Premium Guard Inc. (PGI) specializes in designing, manufacturing, and distributing products for automotive, diesel, powersport, and specialty filter markets. Headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee with close to 1.5 million square foot distribution centers in North America. Premium Guard Inc. is keenly focused on providing customers with industry leading service, complete filtration solutions, best-in-class-quality products, and leading application coverage.
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In a crucial judgement for candidates with disabilities, the Supreme Court determined that the mere existence of a physical disability should not disqualify a candidate from pursuing medical education.
As reported by LiveLaw.in, Justice Viswanathan highlighted several "illustrious sons and daughters of India" who have overcome significant challenges to achieve remarkable success despite their disabilities.
The bench mentioned notable figures such as acclaimed Bharatanatyam dancer Sudha Chandran, Mount Everest conqueror Arunima Sinha, sports personality H Boniface Prabhu, entrepreneur Srikanth Bolla, and Dr Satendra Singh, Founder of Infinite Ability.
The bench, consisting of Justices BR Gavai, Aravind Kumar, and KV Viswanathan, allowed the plea of a student with a 40-45 per cent speech and language disability to enroll in an MBBS program.
“The world would have been so much the poorer if Homer, Milton, Mozart, Beethoven, Byron and many more would not have been allowed to realise their full potential,” the SC judgement mentioned.
The judgement clarified that a quantified disability alone should not disqualify candidates with benchmark disabilities from being considered for admission to educational institutions. Eligibility will depend on the Disability Assessment Board's opinion regarding whether the candidate can pursue the course despite their disability.
Furthermore, the court mandated that Disability Assessment Boards must clearly indicate whether a candidate's disability will impede their ability to complete the course. If a candidate is deemed ineligible, the boards are required to provide reasons for their conclusion.
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