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Wall Street expects a year-over-year increase in earnings on higher revenues when Spotify (SPOT) reports results for the quarter ended September 2024. While this widely-known consensus outlook is important in gauging the company's earnings picture, a powerful factor that could impact its near-term stock price is how the actual results compare to these estimates.
The earnings report might help the stock move higher if these key numbers are better than expectations. On the other hand, if they miss, the stock may move lower.
While the sustainability of the immediate price change and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's discussion of business conditions on theearnings call it's worth handicapping the probability of a positive EPS surprise.
Zacks Consensus Estimate
This music-streaming service operator is expected to post quarterly earnings of $1.79 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +397.2%.
Revenues are expected to be $4.38 billion, up 19.8% from the year-ago quarter.
Estimate Revisions Trend
The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has remained unchanged over the last 30 days. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period.
Investors should keep in mind that an aggregate change may not always reflect the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts.
Earnings Whisper
Estimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. This insight is at the core of our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction).
The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier.
Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readings only.
A positive Earnings ESP is a strong predictor of an earnings beat, particularly when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold). Our research shows that stocks with this combination produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time, and a solid Zacks Rank actually increases the predictive power of Earnings ESP.
Please note that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss. Our research shows that it is difficult to predict an earnings beat with any degree of confidence for stocks with negative Earnings ESP readings and/or Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) or 5 (Strong Sell).
How Have the Numbers Shaped Up for Spotify?
For Spotify, the Most Accurate Estimate is lower than the Zacks Consensus Estimate, suggesting that analysts have recently become bearish on the company's earnings prospects. This has resulted in an Earnings ESP of -30.22%.
On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #4.
So, this combination makes it difficult to conclusively predict that Spotify will beat the consensus EPS estimate.
Does Earnings Surprise History Hold Any Clue?
While calculating estimates for a company's future earnings, analysts often consider to what extent it has been able to match past consensus estimates. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number.
For the last reported quarter, it was expected that Spotify would post earnings of $1.08 per share when it actually produced earnings of $1.43, delivering a surprise of +32.41%.
Over the last four quarters, the company has beaten consensus EPS estimates three times.
Bottom Line
An earnings beat or miss may not be the sole basis for a stock moving higher or lower. Many stocks end up losing ground despite an earnings beat due to other factors that disappoint investors. Similarly, unforeseen catalysts help a number of stocks gain despite an earnings miss.
That said, betting on stocks that are expected to beat earnings expectations does increase the odds of success. This is why it's worth checking a company's Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank ahead of its quarterly release. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.
Spotify doesn't appear a compelling earnings-beat candidate. However, investors should pay attention to other factors too for betting on this stock or staying away from it ahead of its earnings release.
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Safe! Florida Aquarium’s stingrays ride out Milton in MLB Rays’ ballpark tank
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Seven cownose stingrays made it safely to a habitat at The Florida Aquarium after riding out Hurricane Milton in a touch tank at Tropicana Field, home of MLB’s Tampa Bay Rays.
The stingrays, named for their cow-shaped snouts, were relocated Monday from the ballpark after last week’s storm, the Tampa-based aquarium said in a news release. Although Tropicana Field’s fabric roof was shredded by Milton’s winds, the stingrays were unharmed.
“We’re pleased to report the cownose stingrays handled the storm well. With the Tampa Bay Rays’ support, our staff was able to provide onsite care over the past several days and today, we brought them safely back to the Aquarium,” said Craig Johnson, The Florida Aquarium’s associate curator.
The stingrays spend the MLB season in Tropicana Field’s 10,000-gallon (37,800-liter) touch tank, a popular fan attraction located above right-center field. They are now in their own exhibition space at the Florida Aquarium during baseball’s offseason, and when the team is out of the playoffs.
Stingrays from the aquarium have been featured in the St. Petersburg ballpark’s touch tank since 2006. The cownose stingray species is common in the waters around Tampa Bay.
The baseball Rays aren’t scheduled to play in the ballpark again until March 27, when they are supposed to play host to the Colorado Rockies in the 2025 season opener. The team says it will take several weeks to assess the storm damage and determine next steps.
The roof was designed to withstand winds of up to 115 mph (185 kph), according to the Rays. The stadium opened in 1990 at an initial cost of $138 million and is due to be replaced in time for the 2028 season with a $1.3 billion ballpark that is a linchpin of a major redevelopment project in downtown St. Petersburg.
The Florida Aquarium was not damaged during Milton, officials said. Staff relocated penguins and other animals to higher floors, transferred a rescued sea turtle from an Apollo Beach location to the Tampa aquarium and moved thousands of corals to safer places.
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The defending Champion of the Zenith Bank/NBBF Women's Premier Basketball League, MFM Women Basketball team on Monday secured their passage to the final of the 2024 edition of the tournament to set up a big cracker against a former champion, Nigeria Customs Women Basketball team, who eliminated nine-time winner of the league, First Bank Women Basketball team in the semis.
In the first semifinal game played, MFM showed champions stuff against surprise team of the competition, Royal Aces, winning all the quarters for a place in the final, defeating their opponent 72-53 to continue their run to another title.
It was a more difficult game for Customs in the second semifinal as they had to sweat for the win against the First Bank team who everyone tipped for the final.
First Bank started the game winning the first quarter but it was a new Customs that returned for the second quarter, taking the game to their opponent, winning it and also taking the lead in the game.
It was the same in the third quarter with First Bank rallying back in the fourth quarter to take the lead at some point in the game while it later move to a draw as First Bank continued to fight.
It however ended 57-51 points in favour of Customs as they clash in the final against MFM who already defeated them during the group stage of the competition.
Last year, MFM needed a win against Customs in the last game of the round robin Super 4 to emerge winner of the season and it was achieved during the extra time as the Lagos-based team secured their first ever title.
The third place game between First Bank and Royal Aces will take place by 2pm while the final will be played by 4pm today at the Indoor Sports Hall of the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos.
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(MENAFN- IANS) New Delhi, Oct 15 (IANS) Double silver medallist at the Cairo World Cup, Sonam Uttam Maskar bagged another of the same colour, only this time it was at home here at the Karni Singh Shooting range, on competition day one of the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Final Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun.
It was the Kolhapur girl's first medal at the World Cup final level and also India's first of the competition. China's Paris Olympic Gold medallist Huang Yuting won gold with a world and junior world record score of 254.5, leaving Sonam 1.6 behind. France's Oceanne Muller won bronze. China won three of the four finals on the day, while France's Paris silver medallist Camille Jedrzejewski won the other in the women's 10m air pistol.
A boisterous, lively and partisan Karni Singh crowd experienced joy in the very first of four finals on the day, as Sonam Maskar put in a virtuoso performance in the women's 10m air rifle. She first shot a solid 632.1 in qualification to finish fourth and then overcame a sluggish start in the finals to mount a brilliant comeback to seal a creditable silver behind the world beating Chinese.
Two shots, one a 10.7 for her 19th followed by a perfect 10.9 for her 20th, both under pressure with a medal on the line, were ones that caught the eye.
Tilottama Sen (Q=628.9, 7th), the second Indian in the eight-woman final finished sixth on a score of 167.7.
The event in-fact saw a third world record, when Germany's Anna Janssen, topped the qualification round with a scorching 636.9.
A golden sweep by China on day one was abruptly halted by France's Camille Jedrzejewski, who capped off a brilliant year with a pillar to post victory in the women's 10m air pistol final. Her 24-shot score of 240.8 was a huge 3.4 ahead of silver winning Liu Heng Yu of Chinese Taipei. Egypt's Hala Elgohari won the biggest medal of her life, a first ISSF medal, finishing third on a score of 215.7.
India's Rhythm Sangwan was fourth, losing out to Hala by 0.5 at the end of the 20th shot. Compatriot Surbhi Rao was fifth with 176.6.
The other two golds were bagged by two reigning Chinese Olympic champions in the men's 10m air rifle and air pistol events respectively.
In the former, Sheng Lihao shot 251.4 to win from Hungary's Istvan Peni by 0.1. It was the popular Hungarian's seventh medal in India. Czechia's Jiri Privratsky was third.
India's Arjun Babuta, after leading the field till the 16th shot, missed out with below average shots for his 17th and 18th to finish fifth, while Divyansh Panwar was eighth.
In the latter Paris champion Xie Yu won gold with a score of 244.6 in the final. Germany's Robin Walter was second while Italian Federico Maldini was third. The lone Indian in this final, Arjun Cheema, was first to bow out in eighth place.
Over at the shotgun ranges where day one qualifications in all the four events began, Ganemat Sekhon in the women's skeet, was the best Indian on show, after she shot a three-round score of 74, to stay behind leader Samantha Simonton (75) of the USA. Maheshwari Chauhan, was further back with 69.
In the men's skeet, Maheshwari's Paris Olympics mixed team partner Anantjeet Singh Naruka, shot 73 to be in third position in the 10-man field. Senior pro Mairaj Khan was lying seventh with 71.
In men's trap, Vivaan Kapoor shot a 73 to lie second behind Australian James Willet on countback. Bhowneesh Mendiratta was placed fourth with 72 hits after the first three rounds.
Finally, Shreyasi Singh shot 66 and Rajeshwari Kumari 58, to lie ninth and 11th respectively in the women's trap competition. Italian Silvana Maria Stanco, Paris Olympics silver medallist, was leading the field with a perfect 75.
Competition day two also has four finals lined up with the men's and women's 50m rifle 3 positions scheduled. The women's 25m pistol and men's 25m rapid-fire pistol finals are also on the roster for day three.
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South Carolina ranked No. 1 in women’s AP Top 25 preseason poll with UConn, USC, Texas and UCLA next
South Carolina is starting the season where it finished off last year — ranked No. 1 in the AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll.
The Gamecocks received 27 of the 30 first-place votes in the preseason rankings from a national media panel Tuesday. South Carolina returns four starters from the national championship team that went undefeated last year, capping off the historic season over Caitlin Clark and Iowa in the title game.
UConn is No. 2, USC is No. 3 and Texas and UCLA round out the top five.
South Carolina has been No. 1 in the preseason poll four of the past five years. Last season, they started sixth in the preseason before moving up to No. 1 for the remainder of the year.
“We knew we’d have a target on our backs this season as the reigning champions and this preseason ranking just confirms that,” South Carolina coach Dawn Staley told the AP. “We appreciate the recognition, but I know our coaching staff and our team are more focused on what we see in the gym every day. And that’s every player working extremely hard to get better individually and as a team.”
UConn received two first-place votes. The Huskies have been ranked in the top 10 in the preseason poll for 30 straight years now. Geno Auriemma’s team went through major injury issues last year but the Huskies look to be healthy for the most part to start this season.
Third-ranked USC is led by phenomenal sophomore guard JuJu Watkins and the team added two talented transfers in Kiki Iriafen and Talia von Oelhoffen. The Trojans, who received the other first place vote, have their highest ranking in the preseason since the 1982 and 1983 squads were No. 1 in the opening poll both years.
Texas welcomes back Rori Harmon, who was sidelined for most of last season with an ACL injury. She and Madison Booker give the Longhorns a solid 1-2 punch on offense. UCLA added its own solid group of transfers to a strong team with Charlisse Leger-Walker and Timea Gardiner joining Lauren Betts and Kiki Rice.
Notre Dame, LSU, Iowa State, North Carolina State and Oklahoma rounded out the first 10 teams in the poll. It’s the second time in three seasons that the Cyclones have started this high in the preseason poll. The Sooners haven’t been ranked this high in the inaugural poll of the season since 2010 when they were also 10th.
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No. 24 Alabama is making its first appearance in the rankings since the final poll of 1999. The Crimson Tide haven’t been in the preseason poll since 1998 (No. 9). The team has appeared in consecutive NCAA tournaments behind stars Sarah Ashlee Barker and Aaliyah Nye.
“We’re very thankful for the mention, but want to take care of each day,” Alabama coach Kristy Curry said. “We are excited this season about the group and the way we finished last season.”
End of an era
Stanford is unranked in the preseason for the first time since 1999. Hall of Fame Cardinal coach Tara VanDerveer retired in April and was replaced by longtime assistant Kate Paye. It had been the second-longest active preseason streak behind only UConn.
Conference supremacy
New conference additions Texas and Oklahoma give the SEC seven teams in the Top 25. Joining them are South Carolina, LSU, No. 20 Ole Miss, No. 22 Kentucky and Alabama. The ACC and Big Ten each have six ranked teams while the Big 12 has four. UConn and Creighton give the Big East two teams.
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Nigeria's Sports Minister, Senator John Owan Enoh, while receiving the Super Eagles on behalf of President Bola Tinubu described what the contingent went through in the hands of the Libyan authorities as a "near-death experience."
The minister while speaking at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja on Monday thanked the players and officials for exhibiting maturity and not engage in conducts that would have escalate the situation.
"It was almost 20 hours of trauma of the worst kind. You went through a near death experience in the hands of the Libyans inside that airport. To divert a plane almost at the point of landing to another airport without necessary landing aid equipment was a terrible one that took the professionalism and the experience of the pilot to save the situation," stressed the minister of sports.
Senator Enoh further revealed that most Nigerians stayed awake praying for the safe return of the team back home.
"What was important to us was their safe return. Nothing else matter to us but for you to return home alive. This was what mattered to President Bola Tinubu and to most Nigerians."
Earlier, in a press statement issued by the seat of power, President Tinubu commended the proactive coordination between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Federal Ministry of Sports Development in addressing the unfortunate episode and ensuring the safe return of our players."
"President Tinubu applauds the players for keeping their spirit alive despite the excruciating ordeal in Libya.
The Nigerian leader recognises football's unifying power in bringing nations and people together and views the treatment of our citizens as unsportsmanlike and inhumane, a stark contrast to the spirit of the game he deeply appreciates."
"He fervently calls on all lovers of the round-leather game and administrators to unite and work collaboratively to prevent and overcome such incidents in the future."
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True Value, a 76-year-old hardware store, revealed Monday it filed for bankruptcy and intends to sell substantially all of its business operations to a rival.
The nationwide retailer, writing in a press release, explained it initiated Chapter 11 proceedings in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. As proceedings play out, True Value will "continue its day-to-day operations" in serving its 4,500 stores.
The locations aren't part of the bankruptcy filing as they are independently owned, with the exception of one company-owned store in suburban Palatine, Illinois.
Home improvement rival Do it Best Corp., based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, will acquire the majority of the company's assets.
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"True Value's sale process is the next step in a series of actions that the Company has taken in 2024 to better position the business and its iconic brand for the long term, including modernizing its legacy operations, driving greater efficiencies, and investing in additional marketing campaigns," the press release stated.
The sale to Do it Best is projected to be finished by the end of 2024.
"A successful acquisition of True Value assets would represent a strategic milestone for Do it Best and home improvement retailers around the world," said Dan Starr, Do it Best president & chief executive officer, said in the release. "Do it Best has a proven track record of driving profitability through the most efficient operations in the industry. This acquisition, if consummated, would provide True Value and independent hardware stores the strongest opportunities for growth for years to come."
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Innovative Textile Pattern Inspired by Gulf Festivals Receives Prestigious Recognition in Textile Industry
COMO, CO, ITALY, October 15, 2024 /EINPresswire / -- The A' Design Award , a highly respected recognition in the field of textile design, has announced Palms by Inna Anishchenko - Anni Teriani as the Bronze winner in the Textile, Fabric, Textures, Patterns and Cloth Design category. This prestigious accolade highlights the exceptional creativity and innovation demonstrated in the award-winning textile pattern, which seamlessly combines traditional Gulf imagery with a modern digital twist.
The A' Textile, Fabric, Textures, Patterns and Cloth Design Award holds significant relevance for the textile industry and its stakeholders. By recognizing designs that push the boundaries of creativity and functionality, the award sets new standards for excellence and inspires designers to explore innovative solutions. Palms by Inna Anishchenko - Anni Teriani exemplifies the potential of textile design to capture cultural heritage while embracing contemporary techniques, making it a valuable contribution to the field.
Palms stands out for its vibrant colors and intricate lines that bring the festive atmosphere of Gulf festivals to life. The textile pattern features a repeated motif of palm trees, symbolizing the abundance and prosperity of the region, while the asymmetrical composition adds a sense of movement and rhythm. Through digital enhancement, these elements are reimagined to create a visually striking design that celebrates the beauty of the Arabic Gulf.
The recognition bestowed upon Palms by the A' Textile, Fabric, Textures, Patterns and Cloth Design Award serves as a testament to Inna Anishchenko - Anni Teriani's dedication to pushing the boundaries of textile design. This achievement is expected to inspire future projects within the brand, fostering further innovation and exploration of cultural themes. The award also motivates the designer to continue striving for excellence and creating designs that resonate with audiences on a deep level.
Palms was designed by textile pattern artist Inna Anishchenko, who is also the founder of the Anni Teriani brand.
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About Inna Anishchenko - Anni Teriani
Inna Anishchenko, also known as Anni Teriani, is a digital artist and designer based in the United Arab Emirates. With a background in law and art studies, she combines her passion for textile patterns with her cultural heritage. Anni Teriani is the founder of her own fashion brand and has been recognized with multiple A' Design Awards for her innovative designs in textile and fashion accessories.
About Anni Teriani
Anni Teriani is a modern Emirates brand of women's accessories known for its bold color choices and daring product designs. The brand's founder, Inna Anishchenko, creates original textile ornaments that give life to her drawings on fabric, crafting fashion for women who appreciate individuality and strive to be the creators of their own style. Anni Teriani's product line includes designer handbags and scarves featuring signature color decisions.
About Bronze A' Design Award
The Bronze A' Design Award recognizes designs that demonstrate a notable level of creativity and practicality. Recipients of this award showcase their skill in blending form and function, creating solutions that enhance people's lives. The rigorous selection process involves blind peer review by an expert jury panel, ensuring winning designs meet high standards of innovation, aesthetics, and technical execution. The Bronze A' Design Award celebrates designs that make a positive impact on society and inspire future advancements in their respective fields.
About A' Design Award
The A' Design Award is an international, juried competition that recognizes exceptional designs across all industries. Organized annually since 2008, the award aims to promote superior products and projects that benefit society and contribute to creating a better world. Entries are evaluated by an influential jury panel of design professionals, industry experts, journalists, and academics based on pre-established criteria. By showcasing pioneering designs on a global stage, the A' Design Award inspires creative minds and drives the cycle of innovation forward.
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Supreme Court tosses out decision letting 18-year-olds carry guns during emergencies in Pennsylvania
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Tuesday tossed out a decision allowing 18-year-olds to openly carry guns during emergencies in Pennsylvania.
There were no noted dissents in the high court’s brief order. It lets stand a ban on people aged 18 to 20 carrying guns in public during a declared state of emergency.
The case comes amid major shifts in the firearm legal landscape following an influential Supreme Court decision in 2022 that expanded gun rights. The high court said any firearm restrictions must have a strong basis in history.
Multiple gun laws have been struck down in the wake of that ruling, including age restrictions, by judges in states like Minnesota, Virginia and Texas. The Pennsylvania challengers argued that younger people weren’t barred from carrying guns at the time of the nation’s founding, so they shouldn’t be barred today.
But the Supreme Court handed down a new opinion this year that upheld a law intended to protect victims of domestic violence. The high court said Tuesday the 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals should reconsider the Pennsylvania case in light of that decision.
Pennsylvania officials, for their part, had argued that there is a long tradition of limiting guns to people 21 and older dating back to the 1850s.
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President Bola Tinubu has urged the disciplinary board of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to conduct a thorough investigation into the inhuman treatment of the Super Eagles at a Libyan airport.
He asked CAF to take appropriate action against those who wilfully violated its statutes and regulations.
According to a statement by Mr Bayo Onanuga, his special adviser on information and strategy, the president made the remarks on Monday in Abuja.
Tinubu welcomed the Super Eagles' safe return but decried their harrowing experience, which prompted the team to withdraw from a scheduled match on Tuesday.
The President commended the proactive coordination between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs and Sports Development in addressing the unfortunate episode and ensuring the safe return of the players.
"President Tinubu applauds the players for keeping their spirit alive despite the excruciating ordeal in Libya.
"The Nigerian leader recognises football's unifying power in bringing nations and people together and views the treatment of our citizens as unsportsmanlike and inhuman, a stark contrast to the spirit of the game he deeply appreciates.
"He fervently calls on all lovers of the round-leather game and administrators to unite and work collaboratively to prevent and overcome such incidents in the future."
Nigeria yesterday called off its AFCON qualifying match in Libya, which was slated for today, after the plane carrying the national team and officials was diverted to a remote town in Libya and the delegation was trapped in the facility for several hours in a deliberate effort to intimidate and frustrate the entourage.
The Super Eagles pipped Libyan team one goal to nil on Friday in Uyo.
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ARC Fertility Selected For Benefitspro’S 2024 Luminaries Awards For Humanizing Benefits
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10/15/2024 10:16:32 AM
(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) CUPERTINO, Calif., Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ARC Fertility (ARC), a highly experienced national provider of innovative fertility, family-forming and women's and men's health benefits for employers and their employees, has been named to BenefitsPRO Luminaries Class of 2024 in the category of Humanizing Benefits.
“We are deeply honored to receive this distinction from BenefitsPRO as part of the 2024 Luminaries, reaffirming ARC's mission to provide employers and employees with the highest quality family-forming benefits at the lowest possible cost,” says David Adamson, MD, founder and CEO, ARC.“This designation emphasizes the value of our flexible plan design that supports individuals on their unique paths to parenthood and underscores our dedication to making reproductive health benefits more accessible, inclusive and impactful. By delivering personalized care, we help employers create more compassionate and equitable workplaces, fostering better support for employees and their families.”
This recognition celebrates top professionals and organizations within the benefits industry that strive to transform and humanize the field and set a bright example within the business. The 2024 honorees were selected by a panel of industry experts based on how well they stated and achieved goals with regards to the nomination category; how impactful their work has been; how dedicated the nominee has been to furthering modernization and humanization in the insurance business; and the nominee's commitment to the highest ethical standards, as well as dedication to service and excellence.
“Our 2024 honorees are leading examples of the progress our industry continues to make toward creating more equitable, affordable benefits and transparent, high-quality health care for millions of Americans,” says Paul Wilson, Editor in Chief, BenefitsPRO.“BenefitsPRO is proud to once again shine a spotlight on thought leaders and innovators in our industry who are doing things the right way.”
About ARC ® Fertility
ARC® Fertility was founded in 1997 from its founder's passion to increase access to affordable, high-quality reproductive care for everyone. We are accomplishing our mission through our national network of top-tier practices and clinics that have been carefully vetted for adherence to evidence-based medical care and with the help of brokers, employers, health plans and TPAs. ARC physicians deliver high-value fertility and family-forming employer benefits through evidence-based treatment packages with externally validated superior outcomes at lower cost and innovative pricing. ARC provides comprehensive women's health services through optional pharmacy, pregnancy, return to work, menopause and emotional health programs as well as male reproductive health and financing directly to patients. ARC Fertility has helped tens of thousands of people create the family of their dreams.
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- A growing number of Americans with auto loans owe more than their vehicles are worth, according to a report Tuesday from Edmunds.com.
- The average amount owed on upside-down loans climbed to an all-time high of $6,458 during the third quarter, according to the company.
- Upside-down car loans aren't necessarily dire on their own, but a growing number of consumers being underwater is another indication of pressure on American consumers.
DETROIT — A growing number of Americans with auto loans owe more than their vehicles are worth, according to a report Tuesday from Edmunds.com.
The auto data and consumer research company reports the average amount owed on so-called upside-down loans climbed to an all-time high of $6,458 during the third quarter. That compares with $6,255 in the prior quarter and $5,808 a year earlier.
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Upside-down car loans aren't necessarily dire on their own, but a growing number of consumers being underwater is another indication of pressure on American consumers.
A sign of that strain came last month, when the Federal Reserve reported delinquency rates on auto loans rose substantially above pre-coronavirus pandemic levels to end 2023. They had fallen to historical lows during the global health crisis.
"Consumers owing a grand or two more than their cars are worth isn't the end of the world, but seeing such a notable share of individuals affected at the $10,000 or even $15,000 level is nothing short of alarming," Jessica Caldwell, Edmunds' head of insights, said in a release.
Money Report
Edmunds reports more than one in five consumers with negative equity owe more than $10,000 on their auto loans. That includes 22% of vehicle owners with negative equity who owed $10,000 or more, while 7.5% have negative equity of more than $15,000.
Consumers can counter upside-down car loans by holding onto the vehicles for longer periods. They also can should ensure regular maintenance is done to avoid additional drops in value and costs, according to Edmunds.
"With prices and interest rates being as high as they are, it's critical for consumers to think beyond the monthly payment and be honest with themselves about their ownership habits," Ivan Drury, Edmunds' director of insights, said. "A seven-year auto loan is a one-way ticket to negative equity if you know you're not the type of person to keep a vehicle for that long."
The current situation with upside-down loans is largely a result of consumers who purchased new vehicles in 2021 and 2022 amid a lack of inventory due to the coronavirus pandemic and parts shortages. Many then paid full price or over, with their vehicles depreciating faster than expected as the auto industry and inventories normalized.
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Harris zeroes in on Black men, Trump focuses on women as both seek to fire up key voting blocs
DETROIT (AP) — Kamala Harris and Donald Trump both pushed Tuesday to energize key constituencies that their allies worry might be slipping away, with the vice president looking to reach Black men and the former president focusing on women.
Harris will appear at a town hall-style event in Detroit hosted by the morning radio program “The Breakfast Club,” featuring Charlamagne Tha God, who is especially popular with Black males. Trump, meanwhile, will tape a Fox News Channel town hall featuring an all-female audience and moderated by host Harris Faulkner.
The vice president was also scheduled to stop by a Black-owned business in Detroit. A day earlier, she visited LegendErie, a coffee shop and record store in Erie, Pennsylvania, where she met with the husband-and-wife owners, a local pastor and other community leaders.
Harris’ running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, is unveiling his ticket’s plan to improve the lives of rural Americans. It’s yet another sign that in a razor-tight race, each side is trying to cut into the other’s margins of support with different voting blocs while shoring up traditional areas of strength.
The vice president’s “Breakfast Club” appearance comes one day after she announced a series of new proposals dubbed the “Opportunity Agenda for Black Men.” The ideas are meant to offer the demographic more economic advantages, including providing forgivable business loans of up to $20,000 for entrepreneurs and creating more apprenticeships. The plan would also support the study of sickle cell and other diseases more common in Black men.
The focus on Black men sharpened last week when former President Barack Obama campaigned for Harris in Pittsburgh and said he wanted to speak “some truths” to Black male voters, suggesting some ” just aren’t feeling the idea of having a woman as president.”
The vice president’s campaign says it doesn’t believe Black men will flip in large numbers to supporting Trump, especially after strongly backing Democrat Joe Biden, with Harris as his running mate, in 2020. They are more concerned about a measurable percentage of Black males opting not to vote at all.
Sen. Raphael Warnock, the first Black senator elected from the state of Georgia, issued a stark warning Tuesday to other Black men that voting for Trump will be “literally dangerous” for them.
“He will be dangerous every time you get in the car and you deal with the issue of driving while Black,” Warnock said.
He argued that Democrats’ job is to reach Black men who are deciding whether to vote at all. “The issue is folks have got to understand that if you do not vote, it’s a vote for Donald Trump,” Warnock said.
Harris’ campaign has also placed special emphasis on other male voters, including creating “ Hombres con Harris,” or “Men with Harris,” a group that is using celebrities and key elected officials to organize events on her behalf meant to appeal to Hispanic men.
As she campaigns in Detroit, Harris faces other potential challenges in Michigan, including Arab activists angered by the Biden administration’s full-throated support for Israel in its war with Hamas in Gaza. Dearborn, outside Detroit, is the largest Arab-majority city in the U.S.
Still, the vice president’s campaign expects to see strong support on Election Day from white, college-educated voters in Michigan at rates that might exceed Biden’s in 2020, and she hopes to expand the margin by which Trump lost many of the state’s key suburbs four years ago.
She’s also seized on insults Trump made about Detroit last week while campaigning there. He said if Harris wins, “Our whole country will end up being like Detroit.” He added, “You’re going to have a mess on your hands.”
Trump has maligned cities hosting him before, but Harris said it was proof he was “unfit to be president.” Her campaign also released an ad voiced by actor Courtney B. Vance, a Detroit native, that declares: “What Donald Trump doesn’t understand, or care to learn, is that when he said, ‘Our whole country will end up being like Detroit if she’s your president.’ That he should be so … lucky.”
Trump is scheduled to return to Detroit later this week for a rally.
The former president figures to do well with rural voters, but team Harris hopes to at least keep things closer. And while Harris’ support among women is strong, Trump aims to keep her from running up the score.
Trump has seen his support among women, especially in the suburbs of many key swing states, soften since his term in the White House. A September AP-NORC poll found more than half of registered voters who are women have a somewhat or very favorable view of Harris, while only about one-third have a favorable view of Trump.
To reverse the trend, Trump has sought to cast himself as being able to personally shield women from various threats, as when he suggested at a rally in Pennsylvania last month that women in America, “will no longer be abandoned, lonely or scared. You will no longer be in danger.”
“You will be protected, and I will be your protector,” Trump said then. He’s also suggested that, should he win, women will no longer have a reason to think about abortion, after three Supreme Court judges that he appointed helped in 2022 to overturn the landmark Roe v. Wade decision that had guaranteed a woman’s right to the procedure.
Elsewhere on Tuesday, Trump has an economic speech in Chicago and a rally in Atlanta.
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Associated Press Writer Bill Barrow in Atlanta contributed to this report.
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Blessings Chidakwa — Herald Reporter
Investors from Canada are exploring business opportunities in Zimbabwe with a focus on clean energy, manufacturing, ICT, mining, agriculture and education.
This comes as the Second Republic's drive for engagement and re-engagement is paying off with formerly hostile Western countries now warming up to Zimbabwe.
Yesterday, the delegation led by Canada-Africa Chamber of Business board chair Paula Caldwell St-Onge, accompanied by Canadian Ambassador to Zimbabwe Alder Aristilde, met with Foreign and International Trade Minister Ambassador Frederick Shava at his offices.
"We are delighted to be here because we have such an interest from the Canadian private sector to come and do business in Zimbabwe. Well, of course, there's always the mining sector, but we have clean energies, ICT, agriculture, education, and manufacturing," she said.
Today the delegation has a host of more engagements with locals.
"We have a full day planned for our companies to meet the companies from Zimbabwe and to see how we can continue our collaborations," she said.
Minister Shava said the visit by the Canadian business entities was an indication of the good relations that now exist between the two countries.
He also applauded the delegation for following the country's laid down procedures in conducting business, as it is working with the Zimbabwe Investment and Development Agency (ZIDA). The agency is a one-stop shop for all investments in the country which deals with registration of companies while also advising potential investors.
Minister Shava reiterated Zimbabwe's commitment to rejoin the Commonwealth underpinned by its mantra of being a friend to all and an enemy to none.
As the globe awaits the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Samoa, the Minister said conversations for the re-entry into the organisation are at an advanced stage.
"We have made a lot of progress. We know that right now, everybody's heading for Samoa, where there's going to be the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting. We have had numerous conversations and negotiations with the Secretariat.
"I think the Commonwealth Heads of State will consider our re-entry at Samoa. We are looking forward to coming back to the club, as it were. So, we think that the relationship with Canada will even improve further."
The CHOGM brings together delegations from 56 nations from Africa, the Caribbean and Americas, Europe, Asia, and the Pacific.
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American journalism has experienced a spectacular collapse in the last 25 years – daily newspaper circulation has declined from over 60 million subscribers to just over 20 million. And the trend is accelerating: According to the Pew Research Organization, the average monthly number of unique visitors to the websites of the country’s top 50 newspapers plummeted 20% in one year from 2021 to 2022.
At the same time, the remaining readership expresses a historically low level of faith that the news they are getting is accurate. Just 32% of Americans say they have a “great deal or a fair amount of trust” in the media, according to polling from Gallup.
If there is a bright spot here, polling has long shown that American consumers trust local media more than the national press. “In 2021, Americans were 17 points more likely to say they trust reporting by local news organizations ‘a great deal’ or ‘quite a lot’ than to trust reporting by national news organizations,” notes a survey done by Gallup and the Knight Foundation. But the rapid consolidation of the news industry has adversely affected the level of trust in the news Americans are consuming.
Local news organizations, however, have been hit especially hard by the decline in readers. Many have folded, cut staff, been purchased by private equity firms, or absorbed by national news organizations, which has diminished their editorial independence.
In recent years, hundreds of millions of dollars in new investment poured into local media in what appears to be a salutary injection of faith in the power of the community or regional press. However, the lion’s share of these investments is coming from sources some worry will further undermine trust in the media – progressive foundations and left-leaning activists who have overtly ideological and partisan agendas. While conservative donors also support news outlets (including RealClearInvestigations), their contributions are far smaller than those coming from the left – contributions large enough to radically remake the local news landscape. Significant examples of that largesse include:
- The MacArthur Foundation’s launch of its “Press Forward” initiative last fall, which committed to spending $500 million over the next five years to “enhance local journalism at an unprecedented level to re-center local news as a force for community cohesion; support new models and solutions that are ready to scale; and close longstanding inequities in journalism coverage and practice.”
- The National Trust for Local News’ 2021 announcement of its goal of amassing $300 million for a “non-profit newspaper company dedicated to protecting and sustaining community news … [to] publish sustainable community newspapers that safeguard the public trust, elevate the facts, empower communities with solutions, and foster a strong sense of place.” Last year, the National Trust for Local News quietly acquired Maine’s largest paper, The Portland Press-Herald, along with 22 other newspapers in the state.
- The creation of States Newsroom, which was founded just six years ago with the goal of “nonpartisan coverage of state policy,” and has already formed partnerships with local outlets in all 50 states. Its stated mission is “hard-hitting reporting and commentary to change the political debate.”
- The creation of The American Journalism Project, which describes its mission as “venture philanthropy,” has committed $55 million to “rebuilding local news.”
RealClearInvestigations reached out to States Newsroom, National Trust For Local News, American Journalism Project, and Courier Newsroom. None of them responded to a request for comment.
Meet the Funders
While not all the funding sources for these projects are expressly partisan, to the extent the funding of these new local journalism initiatives is publicly known, some of the biggest donors and foundations on the progressive left are closely associated with them. These donors had little previous interest in local journalism and have a track record of supporting initiatives that are ideological or partisan – or both.
The MacArthur Foundation, for instance, in addition to its $500 million Press Forward initiative, also provided funding for the National Trust for Local News and The American Journalism Project. Long known for funding left-wing causes, MacArthur endorsed one of the most politically controversial works of advocacy journalism in the last decade. The foundation awarded one of its generous $800,000 “Genius Grants” to Nikole Hannah-Jones, the architect of the New York Times’ 1619 Project, which claimed that the year enslaved people were first brought to Virginia was the “true founding [date] of America,” not 1776. The 1619 Project received scathing criticism from some of America’s most eminent historians and one of the 1619 Project’s own fact-checkers, and entire essays in the project were so factually incorrect that there were calls for them to be retracted entirely.
The MacArthur Foundation also supports the National Trust for Local News, which has also received financial support from two of the largest sources of left-wing political funding – the Tides Foundation and the Open Society Foundations.
The Tides Foundation, a “donor-advised” fund, allows contributors to direct where the money goes. By acting as an intermediary, Tides obscures the original source of the funds, making it what transparency advocates call a “dark money” group. Tides is one of the largest dark money operations and spent $854 million in 2022 alone. It donates millions in grants to pro-Democrat get-out-the-vote operations, abolishing pre-trial bail even for defendants charged with violent crimes, and pro-Hamas demonstrations following the Oct. 7, 2023, terror attack in Israel.
The Open Society Foundations network was created by leftist billionaire megadonor George Soros. According to NBC News, between 2020 and 2023, “Soros’ contributions to political campaigns and causes since January 2020 [amount] to roughly half a billion dollars – at the least – most of it steered through dark money nonprofit groups and going largely toward political causes aligned with the Democratic Party.” In addition to funding the National Trust for Local News, Soros also has the power to influence local news consumption after his family office recently purchased a large stake in 227 radio stations across the U.S.
Both the National Trust for Local News and States Newsroom have received funding from controversial Swiss billionaire Hansjörg Wyss, who has spent nearly half a billion dollars on American left-wing causes. Between 1990 and 2006, Wyss gave almost $120,000 to candidates and political committees despite it being illegal for foreign nationals to spend money on U.S. elections. Wyss was never punished because the statute of limitations had passed by the time the Federal Elections Commission investigated his illegal donations.
In 2021, Wyss partnered with another influential Democratic donor, hotel magnate Stewart W. Bainum Jr., in an unsuccessful attempt to purchase Tribune Media, which owns the Chicago Tribune, Los Angeles Times, Orlando Sentinel, and the Baltimore Sun among other newspapers and media properties.
In addition, some of the largest donations to The American Journalism Project are from the foundations of high-profile Democratic megadonors. The Emerson Collective, funded by Laurene Powell Jobs, owner of The Atlantic and one of the largest shareholders in Disney/ABC, has given in excess of $5 million. Also, eBay founder Pierre Omidyar’s The Democracy Fund and the Craig Newmark Philanthropic Fund of the eponymous Craigslist founder have given The American Journalism project donations somewhere between $1 million and $5 million.
For her part, Powell Jobs has built out a well-funded network designed to explicitly advance the policy goals of the Democratic Party.
In addition to numerous political causes, Omidyar has long funded journalism efforts – he provided the seed money for the left-wing news site The Intercept, and Democracy Fund has given sizable grants to the Defending Democracy Together Institute, which is closely associated with the online anti-Trump outlet The Bulwark.
In 2020, Newmark publicly committed to a $200 million media campaign aimed at swaying the presidential election while alleging that “foreign adversaries” were controlling the Trump White House. Relatedly, Google and Facebook are also major donors to The American Journalism Project, and both companies have received heavy criticism for election meddling and censoring information on COVID and various political topics that later turned out to be accurate.
Ironically, perhaps no single man is more responsible for the death of local media than Newmark, as it was Craigslist that destroyed classified advertising, a major source of revenue for newspapers. “I’m very concerned about jobs for journalists, and the future of local journalism, and had always guessed that Craigslist might have an effect,” Newmark told the Press-Gazette in 2021.
Laundering Political Points of View
Despite the fact that so many partisan and ideological funders are behind these efforts, media critics say that alone is not reason enough to dismiss these initiatives to support local journalism.
Steve Krakauer, a former CNN producer and author of “Uncovered: How the Media Got Cozy with Power, Abandoned its Principles and Lost the People,” points to the hypocritical outrage in the national press when a major Republican donor recently bought the Baltimore Sun earlier this year. Although the new owner said he had no plans to politicize the news and wanted “to return the paper to localism,” NPR claimed his purchase of the paper “sparked outrage and bafflement” among “some Baltimore residents.”
Commentary of this sort rarely attends the acquisition or major financial support of a media source by wealthy individuals and outfits on the left. “Just because someone is coming from a political point of view, whether from the right or the left, they shouldn’t be immediately dismissed as someone who can’t have an objective news organization,” says Krakauer.
The infusion of nonprofit money reflects the economic reality that newspapers’ traditional reliance on advertising and subscription revenue has become an increasingly unsustainable business model.
A growing concern is that the content of these new progressive donor-funded local news sites slants liberal in ways that many of the old independently owned regional newspapers that were accountable to their subscribers for revenue did not.
Even the perception that progressive donors with national priorities now control large swaths of local media threatens to erode confidence in the media at a time when there’s too little trust left. And this mistrust has a well-documented and worrisome partisan component documented by Gallup.
Pew also notes that media distrust is “driven by a decline among Republicans” and “the percentage of Republicans with at least some trust in national news organizations has been cut in half – dropping from 70% in 2016 to 35% [in 2021].”
Krakauer notes that when Republican news consumers learn that George Soros was involved in taking control of nearly every major newspaper in Maine – a state with the potential to be decisive in a national election – it is reasonable for them to believe that partisans are taking over a space that “has not been traditionally seen as political and partisan.”
Michael Watson, the author of a report on the left-wing incursion into local news for the right-leaning Capital Research Center, argues that media bias is often exhibited in structural issues that aren’t always obvious from reading day-to-day reporting.
“During the 20th-century heyday of the metropolitan-liberal commercial press, well-resourced regional and local newspapers – through their coverage decisions, investigative journalism projects, and editorial voice – could set the tone for local and state-level policy discussions,” observed Watson. “They had the power to decide what issues were worth considering and what perspectives would be given legitimacy. The fracturing of the media world in the 21st century has given that power to everyone and no one – and it is a power the institutional left is prepared to spend hundreds of millions of dollars to retake.”
Watson also says it’s hard to deny that progressive funders of these local news initiatives see journalism as a vehicle to achieve their political goals. “The philanthropic sector recognizes the need to strengthen American democracy and is beginning to see that progress on every other issue, from education and healthcare to criminal justice reform and climate change, is dependent on the public’s understanding of the facts,” said the president of the MacArthur Foundation in the press release announcing their $500 million Press Forward initiative.
“When you read that, you think ‘Aha!’” says Watson. “Because if I may be aggressively cynical, if you control the public’s understanding of the facts, you control every other issue.”
Courier Newsroom: A Case Study
Courier Newsroom provides a case study of this phenomenon. For years now, Courier has been running ersatz news websites in swing states with the intent to manipulate voters. At first glance, one of its publications, the “Virgina Dogwood,” could easily be mistaken for just another local news website. With headlines such as “Inside scoop: 10 unique VA ice cream shops to visit for National Ice Cream Month” and “Get nimble with these adult gymnastics classes in Virginia,” it seems like a fairly innocuous source of information for residents of the Old Dominion.
A closer look, however, reveals something else. At least half of the stories on its homepage recently were about national politics and had little or nothing to do with local Virginia issues. With headlines such as “Trump’s policies would cause inflation to surge, economists say” and “Allegations of sexual assault, animal cruelty emerge in new RFK Jr. report,” the majority of the stories are obviously calculated for the electoral benefit of the Democratic ticket. Unlike a traditional publication, the website is very sparse, has no logo or illustrated masthead, its graphic design is an afterthought, and there’s almost no advertising.
On Sept. 23, two X accounts affiliated with Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign – “Kamala HQ” and “Kamala’s Wins” – reposted a headline from another of Courier’s regional outlets, “Keystone Newsroom,” asserting that the Polish community of Pennsylvania had endorsed her campaign – the implication being that Harris had broad support from a prominent ethnic group in a crucial swing state. In reality, the article was just touting an endorsement letter signed by a number of known partisans.
Courier Newsroom describes itself as “a pro-democracy news network that builds a more informed, engaged, and representative America by reaching audiences where they are online with factual, values-driven news and analysis.” In addition to Virginia and Pennsylvania, Courier runs similar misleading websites in Arizona, Wisconsin, Michigan, Florida, Iowa, North Carolina, Nevada, and New Hampshire.
Courier’s real plan isn’t necessarily building “a more informed, engaged, and representative America.” According to a 2019 Bloomberg profile, since its inception five years ago, Courier has been instrumental in “the left’s plan to slip vote-swaying news into Facebook feeds.”
Courier Newsroom was created specifically to blur the line between political advertising and journalism. Unlike campaigns and political action committees, media outlets aren’t subject to Federal Election Committee rules and reporting requirements – in 2020, the FEC dismissed a complaint against Courier alleging that it should be forced to register as a PAC. Many social media platforms also have rules restricting political advertising, rules that Courier can get around by presenting itself as a for-profit media outlet.
“Courier publications aren’t actually traditional hometown newspapers but political instruments designed to get them to vote for Democrats,” observes Bloomberg. “And although the articles are made to resemble ordinary news, their purpose isn’t primarily to build a readership for the website: It’s for the pieces to travel individually through social media, amplifying their influence with persuadable voters.”
Courier has hired ex-Facebook employees and spent millions of dollars promoting its stories on Facebook and Instagram feeds using targeting tools with the goal of effecting specific election outcomes. According to Wired magazine, one metric Courier relies on to gauge success is how much they spend on Facebook ads per vote gained.
“Hyperlocal Partisan Propaganda”
Courier Newsroom is the brainchild of Tara McGowan, a former journalist who worked at 60 Minutes and CBS News who went on to work on Barack Obama’s reelection campaign. In 2017, McGowan founded Acronym, a digital political strategy firm that’s been a major player in liberal politics and is responsible for incubating Courier.
Acronym was the sole investor and shared an office with another digital firm known as Shadow, which developed the vote-counting app used by the Democratic Party in the 2020 Iowa caucus. The app crashed as they were counting votes in the caucus, and after days of uncertainty, future Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg emerged from the Iowa caucus with more delegates than Bernie Sanders, even though Sanders won the popular vote.
Those doubting the results quickly pointed to some major conflicts of interest. McGowan was married to Buttigieg strategist Michael Halle, and Shadow had recently been paid to do work for both the Biden and Buttigieg campaigns. The fiasco led the chair of the state party to resign and many prominent Democrats to openly question the results of the caucus, and the defeat of Sanders, a candidate disfavored by the Democratic party establishment, helped Biden come from behind to beat his chief rival in the primary and eventually win the presidency.
McGowan no longer works at Acronym, though she has remained the publisher of Courier Newsroom after Acronym divested its stake in Courier in 2021. As for what McGowan is doing with Courier, media critics do not mince words.
“Tara McGowan and Courier are not trying to have an objective news organization, play it straight, and serve the people of whatever local audiences that they’re trying to serve,” says Krakauer. “They are trying to launder political points of view into what is perceived as an objective news organization, which is about the worst thing you can do.”
There have also been other ethical questions raised about Courier’s funding. Despite a lengthy “Ethics & Standards” statement on all of its publications that notes, “Our coverage is not determined by our funders,” NOTUS reports that from 2021 to 2022, Courier received $250,000 from Planned Parenthood at the same time it was “promoting content about what the election means for abortion access.”
Acronym and Courier have also attracted the financial support of the familiar roster of liberal players. Along with George Soros, Acronym has been supported by billionaire Reid Hoffman, the founder of LinkedIn and a prominent Democratic donor.
In 2018, Hoffman publicly apologized after it was revealed that he funded a firm, New Knowledge, which spread misinformation that may have helped Democrats narrowly win a senate race in Alabama. According to the New York Times, New Knowledge “created a Facebook page intended to look like the work of conservative Alabamians, and used it to try to split Republicans and promote a conservative write-in candidate to take votes from [Republican candidate Roy] Moore.”
New Knowledge also created fake social media accounts to make it appear that Moore was supported by Russians – a ruse that the Times notes “drew broad news media coverage.” After his funding of New Knowledge came to light, Hoffman declared, “I categorically disavow the use of misinformation to sway an election.” His subsequent funding of Acronym and Courier suggests that his disavowal isn’t so categorical.
It has been widely reported that Laurene Powell Jobs, through her Emerson Collective foundation, has funded both ostensibly legitimate local news initiatives as well as Acronym and Courier. Powell Jobs, who owns The Atlantic, one of America’s most influential magazines, is best friends with Kamala Harris, according to the New York Times. Nonetheless, she has received fawning coverage for her media investments. One CNET article declared, “Laurene Powell Jobs invests in news because she worries about democracy,” and a New York Times profile was headlined, “Can Laurene Powell Jobs Save Storytelling?”
The right-leaning website The Free Beacon was almost alone in running a critical column about her funding of Acronym and Courier. “The state of Powell Jobs’s investments – media properties faltering as a fake news operation takes off – flies in the face of her carefully curated image as a friend to the free press,” observed Charles Fain Lehmann.
But if disguising political ads as news stories seemed like a novel, if troubling, approach when Courier launched five years ago, now it’s become standard operating procedure. Just last month, Axios reported that “the number of partisan-backed outlets designed to look like impartial news outlets has officially surpassed the number of real, local daily newspapers in the U.S.,” and 45% of these publications “are targeted to swing states – a clear sign that they’re designed to influence politics.” The article did not note that Powell Jobs, who is a major Axios investor, has funded such operations.
Axios did note that progressives are not alone in creating deceptively partisan news sites. “The vast majority of the [partisan] sites observed are backed by Metric Media, a conservative network traced back to media entrepreneur Brian Timpone, who has links to conservative donors,” reports Axios. “Most of the Metric Media sites don’t include much information about the sites’ funders or management. The stories typically lack bylines and many are outdated or marked as ‘press release submissions.’” Though Metric Media tries to fly under the radar, it was the subject of a critical New York Times investigation in 2020.
By contrast, McGowan has been the subject of numerous media profiles in glossy magazines that flirt with promoting her work. Fast Company praised her as the “Democratic operative who beat Trump” and declared that boosting deceptively labeled news in front of voters is “an idea that will outlive Courier, despite the criticism.”
That was written four years ago, and it appears Courier’s pioneering work in using deceptively branded news to influence elections has proven stubbornly influential. As recently as July 7, Semafor reported that Democratic super-lawyer Marc Elias – famous for his significant role in paying for the “Steele Dossier,” which launched thousands of erroneous media reports claiming President Trump was compromised by the Russian government – was fighting off attempts by Arizona regulators to require a pro-abortion news site run by a Democratic front group to be subject to campaign finance laws. It appears partisan sites masquerading as journalism are going to be part of American elections for the foreseeable future.
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The Cloud segment dominated the market-in 2023
By deployment mode, the cloud segment held the highest market share in 2023 and is projected to maintain its lead position during the forecast period accounting for the Kanban software market revenue and is estimated to maintain its leadership status during the forecast period, owing to offers flexibility, scalability, and cost-effectiveness for businesses of all sizes. Companies can access Kanban software from anywhere with an internet connection, making it convenient for remote teams and distributed workforces. Additionally, cloud solutions often come with automatic updates and maintenance, reducing the burden on IT departments, which is further expected to propel the overall market growth.
The IT and Telecom segment accounted for the largest share in 2023
By industry vertical, the IT and Telecom segment accounted for the largest share in 2023, contributing for more than three-fifths of the kanban software market revenue, owing to the widespread adoption of agile mythologies and project management practices in tech industry. IT and telecom companies often use kanban software to improve workflow efficiency, enhance collaboration, and manage software development projects effectively, which is further expected to propel the overall market growth.
The large enterprise platform segment accounted for the largest share in 2023
By enterprise size, the large enterprise platform segment accounted for the largest share in 2023, owing to larger companies often having more resources and budgets to invest in advanced software solutions like Kanban. They can afford to implement and scale up these systems across their organization, leading to a higher adoption rate and market share. which is further expected to propel the overall market growth.
Asia-Pacific region to maintain its dominance by 2032
By region, the North America segment held the highest market share in terms of revenue in 2023, attributed to the region's strong technological infrastructure, large number of established businesses utilizing Kanban methodologies, and a high level of awareness and adoption of agile project management practices anticipated to propel the growth of the market in this region. However, the Asia-Pacific segment is projected to attain the highest CAGR from 2024 to 2032, owing to the increasing digital transformation initiatives, rising number of start-ups and small businesses implementing agile methodologies, and the growing demand for efficient project management tools in the region. A The growing economy, rising investments in legal services, further expected to contribute to the growth of the market in this region.
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Black Dragon CapitalSM (Black Dragon) has announced an extended visit to India in the month of October as it continues its global expansion.
Black Dragon CapitalSM Founder and CEO Louis Hernandez, Jr. Will Speak at Broadcast India and Meet Key Stakeholders in Delhi and Mumbai
Will Support Grass Valley's Intense Focus On This High Growth Region With Significant Recent Momentum
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Black Dragon CapitalSM
(Black Dragon) has announced an extended visit to India in the month of October as it continues its global expansion. The firm's Founder and CEO, Louis Hernandez, Jr., will lead Black Dragon's efforts as it aims to deepen ties with prominent members of the media and technology industries in the region. Mr. Hernandez and the team will have a packed itinerary in Delhi and Mumbai during October 2024, including a speaking engagement at Broadcast India alongside portfolio company Grass Valley.
Black Dragon CapitalSM is a multi-phased investment firm with a long history of investing in areas where there is potential to create strong social impact and strengthen the economic stability within the communities that they serve. The firm is focused on high growth sectors, including media, which are currently being disrupted by rapid digitization. Backed by a team of tenured professionals who have proven records of success in both investing and their respective fields of expertise, Black Dragon CapitalSM is committed to helping businesses transform and overcome these challenges.
Grass Valley is a leading provider of camera-to-consumer technology solutions which has been serving the industry for over 65 years. Since becoming part of the Black Dragon CapitalSM portfolio, the company has seen tremendous growth driven by innovation across its camera, hardware, and software solutions.
Grass Valley continues to innovate with powerful and comprehensive media technology solutions that can shape the future of media. They have created ground-breaking camera-to-consumer solutions that blend live production, network infrastructure, playout, and content production solutions into a seamless, efficient ecosystem.
Under the leadership of Black Dragon CapitalSM, the company has seen record business growth and continued success. Following a successful first half of 2024 where they secured over $70M in strategic partnership agreements with Diversified , ES Broadcast , and Arabsat , Grass Valley aims to further strengthen their presence in India. They are off to a great start with their recent partnership with IBC24 , which allowed them to provide the 24/7 news network with comprehensive end-to-end news production solutions.
Equipped with a deep understanding of leading-edge technologies, Black Dragon CapitalSM recognizes the promising tech ecosystem in India. This extended trip highlights the firm's interest in and support for the region. Black Dragon also recognizes opportunity in India's technological ecosystem and hopes to create partnerships that will drive more innovation in the region.
"I've been associated with the Indian markets for decades in a variety of industries.
It's fun and exciting to see their emerging impact on the media landscape," said Louis Hernandez, Jr., Founder and CEO of Black Dragon Capital. "The region has an impressive technological landscape, and we are looking forward to meeting with fellow innovators and hearing their insights on how trends like the demand for cost-effective, scalable solutions and the rising audience interest in localized content can shape media production in India and globally as well."
Black Dragon CapitalSM has shown a significant commitment to creating innovative solutions that can meet the media industry's needs. The firm has been an active participant in multiple media industry events this year.
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- ASML said it expects net sales for 2025 to come in between 30 billion euros ($32.72 billion) and 35 billion euros, at the lower half of the range it had previously provided.
- The company's Chief Financial Officer Roger Dassen warned that China is expected to account for around 20% of the company's total revenue for the next year. The Dutch company has previously said that 49% of its sales come from China.
- ASML said that the early publication of its results was due to a technical error which saw it erroneously publish the report on a part of its website.
Shares in semiconductor equipment maker ASML fell 15.6% Tuesday after the Dutch company published disappointing sales forecasts in results a day early.
The move pulled other chip stocks lower, with Nvidia, Advanced Micro Devices and Broadcom all falling at least 4% following the news.
ASML said it expects net sales for 2025 to come in between 30 billion euros ($32.72 billion) and 35 billion euros, at the lower half of the range it had previously provided.
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Net bookings for the September quarter came in at 2.6 billion euros ($2.83 billion), the company said — well below the 5.6 billion euro LSEG consensus estimate. Net sales, however, beat expectations coming in at 7.5 billion euros.
"While there continue to be strong developments and upside potential in AI, other market segments are taking longer to recover. It now appears the recovery is more gradual than previously expected," company CEO Christophe Fouquet said in the earnings release.
ASML said that the early publication of its results was due to a technical error which saw it erroneously publish the report on a part of its website.
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In the leadup to the earnings, Wall Street analysts had turned more cautious on the chip firm, which is a critical supplier to the broader semiconductor industry.
China concerns
The firm is facing a tougher business outlook in China due to U.S. and Dutch export restrictions on shipments to the country.
Last month, the U.S. government rolled out new export controls on critical technologies to China, including advanced chipmaking tools. Separately, the Dutch government announced plans to take over control of exports of ASML's machines to the country.
ASML's extreme ultraviolet lithography (EUV) machines are used by many of the world's largest chipmakers — from Nvidia to TSMC — to produce advanced chips.
The company's Chief Financial Officer Roger Dassen said Tuesday that he expects the firm's China business to show a "more normalized percentage in our order book and also in our business."
"We do see China trending towards more historically normal percentages in our business," Dassen said, according to a transcript of a video, also released a day early.
"So we expect China to come in at around 20% of our total revenue for next year. Which would also be in line with its representation in our backlog."
In its June-quarter earnings presentation, the Dutch company said that 49% of its sales come from China.
'Clearly disappointing'
In a note released following ASML's results Tuesday, analysts at Bernstein said the firm's weaker-than-expected order book and a disappointing 2025 outlook were "likely to overshadow decent Q3 results."
The analysts added that ASML's lowered guidance indicates that "the delayed cyclical recovery and specific customer challenges are weighing heavily" on 2025 expectations.
Analysts at Cantor, meanwhile, said the downbeat outlook for ASML was "clearly disappointing" and will weigh on semiconductor stocks. However, they added that, "in no way shape or form does the company's updated outlook indicate any change in the AI growth story."
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The Latest: Harris and Trump push to energize key voting blocs their allies worry are slipping away
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump both pushed Tuesday to energize key constituencies that their allies worry might be slipping away, with the vice president looking to reach Black men and the former president focusing on women.
Harris will appear at a town hall-style event in Detroit hosted by the morning radio program “The Breakfast Club,” featuring Charlamagne Tha God, who is especially popular with Black males. Trump, meanwhile, will tape a Fox News Channel town hall featuring an all-female audience and moderated by host Harris Faulkner.
The vice president was also scheduled to stop by a Black-owned business in Detroit. A day earlier, she visited LegendErie, a coffee shop and record store in Erie, Pennsylvania, where she met with the husband-and-wife owners, a local pastor and other community leaders.
Harris’ running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, is unveiling his ticket’s plan to improve the lives of rural Americans. It’s yet another sign that in a razor-tight race, each side is trying to cut into the other’s margins of support with different voting blocs while shoring up traditional areas of strength.
The vice president’s “Breakfast Club” appearance comes one day after she announced a series of new proposals dubbed the “Opportunity Agenda for Black Men.” The ideas are meant to offer the demographic more economic advantages, including providing forgivable business loans of up to $20,000 for entrepreneurs and creating more apprenticeships. The plan would also support the study of sickle cell and other diseases more common in Black men.
Trump, meanwhile, has seen his support among women, especially in the suburbs of many key swing states, soften since his term in the White House. A September AP-NORC poll found more than half of registered voters who are women have a somewhat or very favorable view of Harris, while only about one-third have a favorable view of Trump.
To reverse the trend, Trump has sought to cast himself as being able to personally shield women from various threats, as when he suggested at a rally in Pennsylvania last month that women in America, “will no longer be abandoned, lonely or scared. You will no longer be in danger.”
Elsewhere on Tuesday, Trump has an economic speech in Chicago and a rally in Atlanta.
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Trump defends his support for high tariffs
Donald Trump is defending his support for high tariffs as an economic cure-all as he speaks before members of the Economic Club of Chicago.
“To me, the most beautiful word in the dictionary is ‘tariff,’” Trump tells Bloomberg Editor-in-Chief John Micklethwait, who is interviewing him at the event. Micklethwait has repeatedly pressed Trump on warnings from economists that the costs of high tariffs will be passed along to American consumers, raising prices.
But Trump isn’t budging.
“It must be hard for you to spend 25 years talking about tariffs as being negative and then have somebody explain to you that you’re totally wrong,” he says, to laughs.
The Economic Club of Chicago describes its membership as “a curated composition of business and civic leaders.”
Walz to unveil Harris’ plan for rural voters as campaign looks to cut into Trump’s edge
Democratic vice presidential nominee Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday will unveil his ticket’s plans to improve the lives of rural voters, as Vice President Kamala Harris looks to cut into former President Donald Trump’s support.
The Harris-Walz plan includes a focus on improving rural health care, such as plans to recruit 10,000 new health care professionals in rural and tribal areas through scholarships, loan forgiveness and new grant programs, as well as economic and agricultural policy priorities. The plan was detailed to The Associated Press by a senior campaign official on the condition of anonymity ahead of its official release on Tuesday.
It marks a concerted effort by the Democratic campaign to make a dent in the historically Trump-leaning voting bloc in the closing three weeks before Election Day. Trump carried rural voters by a nearly two-to-one margin in 2020, according to AP VoteCast. In the closely contested race, both Democrats and Republicans are reaching out beyond their historic bases in hopes of winning over a sliver of voters that could ultimately prove decisive.
Walz is set to announce the plan during a stop in rural Lawrence County in western Pennsylvania, one of the marquee battlegrounds of the 2024 contest. He is also starring in a new radio ad for the campaign highlighting his roots in a small town of 400 people and his time coaching football, while attacking Trump and his running mate, Ohio Sen. JD Vance.
North Carolina governor candidate Mark Robinson sues CNN over report about posts on porn site
North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson has sued CNN over its recent report that he made explicit racial and sexual posts on a pornography website’s message board. He made the announcement Tuesday and calls the reporting reckless and defamatory.
The lawsuit comes less than four weeks after a report that led many of his fellow GOP elected officials and candidates to distance themselves from Robinson’s gubernatorial campaign. That includes GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump.
CNN declined to comment on the lawsuit. Robinson is also suing a man who alleges Robinson frequented a porn shop decades ago.
Georgia judge rules county election officials must certify election results
A Georgia judge has ruled county election officials must certify election results by the deadline set in law and cannot exclude any group of votes from certification even if they suspect error or fraud.
Fulton County Superior Court Judge Robert McBurney ruled that “no election superintendent (or member of a board of elections and registration) may refuse to certify or abstain from certifying election results under any circumstance.” While they have the right to inspect the conduct of an election and to review related documents, he wrote, “any delay in receiving such information is not a basis for refusing to certify the election results or abstaining from doing so.”
Georgia law says county election superintendents, which are multimember boards in most counties, “shall” certify election results by 5 p.m. on the Monday after an election — or the Tuesday if Monday is a holiday as it is this year.
The ruling comes as early voting began Tuesday in Georgia.
Julie Adams, a Republican member of the Fulton County election board, had asked the judge to declare that her duties as an election board member were discretionary and that she’s entitled to “full access” to “election materials.”
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Rumbidzayi Zinyuke — On Sunday, Health and Child Care Minister Dr Douglas Mombeshora, announced that Zimbabwe had recorded two cases of Mpox.
The cases, an 11-year-old boy in Harare and a 24-year-old man in Mberengwa, are both in isolation at home and receiving appropriate care.
The two have a history of travelling to South Africa and Tanzania in the last two months respectively.
While everyone has been anticipating this development for a long time, particularly since most of our neighbouring countries have reported cases, it still came as a shock.
It now becomes important to address some of the issues that may have been obscured because the problem was yet to reach us.
Mpox, previously known as monkeypox, is a viral zoonotic infection that can spread from animals to humans, between humans, mainly through close contact, and occasionally from the environment to people via things and surfaces that have been touched by a person with Mpox.
Its symptoms include fever, rash (that can look like pimples or blisters that appear on the face, inside the mouth, or other parts of the body, especially hands, feet and chest), headache, muscle ache and backache, swollen lymph nodes, chills, exhaustion, sore throat, nasal congestion or cough.
The incubation period is usually three to 21 days, and is typically slow developing over a period of two to four weeks. The disease is normally self-limiting, but can be severe in individuals with compromised immunity and other co- morbidities.
Caused by an Orthopoxvirus, mpox was first detected in humans in 1970, in the DRC. The disease is considered endemic to countries in Central and West Africa.
In July 2022, the multi-country outbreak of Mpox was declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, (PHEIC) as it spreads rapidly via sexual contact across a range of countries where the virus had not been seen before.
That PHEIC was declared over in May 2023 after there had been a sustained decline in global cases.
Mpox has been reported in the DRC for more than a decade, and the number of cases reported each year has increased steadily over that period.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has said the emergence last year and rapid spread of a new virus strain in DRC, clade 1b, which appears to be spreading mainly through sexual networks, and its detection in countries neighbouring the DRC is especially concerning, and one of the main reasons for the declaration of the PHEIC.
Mpox was declared a Public Health Emergency of Continental Security by the Africa Centre for Disease Control (CDC) on August 13, 2024.
WHO then declared it a PHEIC under the International Health Regulations (IHR 2005).
According to the Africa CDC, the African region has recorded 37 325 suspected cases as of September 29, including 996 deaths.
The number of confirmed cases currently stands at a total of 7 535 and 32 deaths. The majority of these cases have been identified in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
With Mpox being a viral zoonotic disease that can spread from animals to humans, the implications for public health, community safety, and economic stability are profound.
The emergence of these cases underlines the importance of proactive measures to mitigate risk, particularly in a nation grappling with existing health challenges.
While the number of cases remains relatively low, the risk of further transmission cannot be ignored.
If the number of Mpox cases continues to rise, it could put a strain on the country's healthcare system.
Like what happened during the Covid-19 pandemic, hospitals may need to allocate resources to treat infected individuals, potentially diverting attention from other essential services.
The country's healthcare system, already burdened by various health challenges, could face additional pressure as capacity for testing, treatment and public awareness campaigns becomes necessary.
With such an outbreak, economic activities may be disrupted thus affecting the livelihoods of many.
Besides the economic challenges that may arise, the fear associated with contagious diseases can lead to increased anxiety and stress within communities.
Public perception and misinformation could exacerbate these issues because Mpox can be associated with stigma and discrimination, particularly in communities with limited understanding of the disease.
This can lead to social isolation, mental health issues, and barriers to accessing healthcare.
What is needed?
Community-led awareness and prevention could be a key response mechanism. Communities can play a crucial role in raising awareness about Mpox and minimising the spread of the disease.
It therefore requires authorities to prioritise educating and sharing the correct information with communities.
Because communities play a critical role in curbing the spread of Mpox and mitigating its impact.
Community leaders and organisations can collaborate with health authorities to create and disseminate educational material on Mpox.
This can include information about transmission, symptoms, and preventative measures. Workshops, public forums, and social media campaigns can help raise awareness.
Communities can also establish support groups for individuals who may be infected or are concerned about exposure. Providing emotional and logistical support can help ease fears and reduce stigma associated with the disease.
At the moment, not many people have adequate knowledge about the disease.
It is therefore important to also encourage community members to participate in awareness campaigns, such as public health talks, social media initiatives, and community events.
Besides education and awareness, promoting hygiene practices is also needed.
Encouraging effective hygiene practices, such as handwashing, use of personal protective equipment, and sanitisation of communal spaces, can help reduce transmission of the disease.
It is also crucial for authorities to consider establishing reporting mechanisms for communities to know where to report suspected cases promptly.
Enhanced surveillance helps in early case detection and initiation of contact tracing. This is where community health workers come in.
For the two cases that have been confirmed in the country, contact tracing is ongoing to ensure all contacts are isolated and tested as soon as possible.
This shows that support for local health authorities in contact tracing efforts to identify individuals who may have been exposed to the virus is important.
The announcement of Mpox cases in Zimbabwe is a clarion call for immediate action at both the community and Governmental levels.
While Government has done a lot in terms of preparedness, more can still be done.
By fostering awareness, promoting hygiene practices, and supporting health initiatives, communities can play a pivotal role in controlling the spread of the disease.
It is essential for all stakeholders to work in tandem to ensure that Mpox does not escalate into a public health crisis in the country.
While the road ahead may be challenging, collective action rooted in education and collaboration can mitigate risks and strengthen community resilience in the face of Mpox.
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Blazing into rich hues of red and gold, the Raisin Region Conservation Authority’s (RRCA) three Conservation Areas are providing plenty of picturesque hikes in eastern Ontario this fall.
“We typically welcome over 100,000 visitors throughout the year at Cooper Marsh, Charlottenburgh Park, and Gray’s Creek,” says Lisa Van De Ligt, RRCA’s Communications and Stewardship Team Lead. “Many make a point to visit in the fall as the trees start showcasing their autumn colours.”
Located along County Road 2 in South Glengarry, the Conservation Areas offer over 20 kilometres of nature trails to visitors from near and far. The trails are open year-round at no cost. Van De Ligt says each Area has something special to offer.
“Fall is a great time to observe migratory birds at Cooper Marsh, and at Charlottenburgh Park, dense birch forests with golden leaves catching the sunlight can create great photo opportunities,” she says. “At Gray’s Creek, our self-guided arboretum tour gives visitors a chance to get acquainted with dozens of native tree and shrub species.”
RRCA’s three Conservations Areas make up part of 1,985 acres of environmentally significant land conserved by the authority to provide recreation and eco-tourism opportunities, strengthen local tree cover, protect sensitive habitat, mitigate the effects of drought and flooding, and enhance the general health and resilience of local watersheds.
The conservation authority reminds residents that a public survey on a draft RRCA Conservation Area Strategy is currently accepting feedback from the public and can be accessed at rrca.on.ca.
For more information, and to access directions and a list of amenities at each conservation area, visit rrca.on.ca or contact (613) 938-3611 or info@rrca.on.ca.
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Flora Collection by Kalco Lighting
Organic materials take new form at Kalco while Allegri Crystal merges jewelry-inspired styles with smart technology
HIGH POINT, NC, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2024 /EINPresswire / -- On the heels of introducing a luxury line of nature-inspired mirrors, Kalco Lighting , a leading
manufacturer of casual luxury lighting and furniture designs, will introduce dozens of new handcrafted chandeliers, island lights, pendants, wall sconces and more at High Point
market this October 26-30. Envisioned by Kalco's award-winning design team, the Fall collections draw from various inspirations, such as botanical, origami and water, and are made from a medley of materials, like Capiz shell and glass.
“When you step into Kalco's showroom at Market, you'll feel the shapes, patterns and textures evoke the essence of nature,” Riki Lent, Senior Vice President of Kalco Lighting and Allegri Crystal , says.“The harmonious blend of natural materials, luxurious bronze and gold finishes and artisanal touches will inspire and spark joy among designers and visitors.”
Here's a peek at the must-see Market debuts:
A seamless blend of contemporary design and artistic sophistication, the Midway Collection showcases intricately cut metal panels arranged in an offset pattern, allowing light and shadow to softly filter through. The juxtaposition of the metal, finished in a hand-painted brushed gold, with the gentle allure of a white linen shade creates a stunning visual balance.
The Coral Collection features transparent or green glass beads elegantly perched on branch-like arms. The beads function like magnifying lenses, much like rain droplets delicately clinging to leaves or flower petals.
Harmonizing the use of authentic Acacia wood and genuine leather, the Plexus Floor Lamp boasts offset slits of fine leather, creating a flexible shade that beautifully diffuses the light. Adorned with meticulous hand stitching, the lamp echoes the elegance of high-end handbags and their exquisite hardware. It is elegantly painted in a Graphite finish.
Organically inspired and gracefully curved, the Flora Collection features florets made of Capiz shell for a light and airy feel, finished in modern gold.
Rich tones and jewelry-inspired inspirations are among the highlights from Allegri Crystal by Kalco Lighting this October. Fusing romance and functionality, the Alloro Collection adds whimsical charm to any space with vine-like leave designs crafted with clear or emerald Firenze Crystal. The Pandere Collection takes inspiration from layered bracelets and cascading jewels, while Lina Colorata is adorned with strands of champagne gold and aqua Firenze Crystal, featuring an app-controlled RGBW color changing technology.
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About Kalco Lighting
With its passion and commitment to design, service and quality, Kalco Lighting offers an array of casual luxury designs. Its collection of Allegri Crystal luxury chandeliers, pendants, sconces and flush mounts feature quality handcrafted materials. Allegri's exacting standards for precision cut, machine polished jewels create unparalleled shine and refraction. Kalco's designs are inspired by timeless trends, new innovations, and advancements in technology. From their state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, their designers and engineers take great pride to seamlessly integrate the latest in energy efficient technology into their lighting designs and manipulate the industry's most advanced LED lamping to fit their fixtures' unique aesthetic.
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- A futuristic 24/7 robo-parking operation unfolds across a 13-level garage and employs five car lifts, dozens of lasers and hundreds of bar codes embedded in the floors.
- Residents who pull into one of the building's five drive-up bays save the precious time of hunting for a spot.
- Automated parking is a growing trend in high-end real estate from New York to Miami. Better-utilized space for parking could mean a developer needs fewer floors devoted to vehicles — freeing up square footage for residences.
Hidden inside a 46-story luxury condominium building in Miami is a massive garage where dozens of busy robots whisk cars to and from parking spots.
The futuristic 24/7 operation unfolds across a 13-level garage and employs five car lifts, dozens of lasers and hundreds of bar codes embedded in the floors. Residents who pull into one of the building's five drive-up bays save the precious time of hunting for a spot, instead handing their vehicles off to robo-valets who park the cars for them.
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This all goes down inside the Brickell House, home to roughly 375 condo residences and the largest and tallest automated parking system of its kind, according to ParkPlus, the company that built it.
Automated parking is a growing trend in high-end real estate where buildings from New York to Miami now come equipped with kiosks, car lifts and car-parking robots. A coveted spot inside some luxury Manhattan condos can start at $300,000. Meanwhile, a real estate agent representing a five-bedroom penthouse at Brickell House told CNBC the $15 million asking price includes five parking spots in the sci-fi-like structure.
These modern parking amenities are part of the so-called smart parking market, which includes a wide range of solutions from automated parking to digital payment systems. According to Grand View Research, the global smart parking market was valued at $6.5 billion in 2021 and is projected to reach $30.16 billion by 2030, with a major share of that market in North America.
A representative at ParkPlus told CNBC that U.S. demand for cutting-edge automated systems, like the one at Brickell House, is mostly being driven by luxury residential projects in higher-density urban metros, while car dealerships, hospitals, hotels, parking facilities, private car collectors and private residences often opt for mechanical systems that are typically less advanced.
Inside the world's largest robo-parking system
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The Brickell House garage, which is off-limits to humans, is controlled by 29 robots also known as automated guidance vehicles, or AGVs for short.
The AGVs are essentially free roaming, self-charging, robo-parkers that use vision systems, lifts and lasers to precisely park and retrieve cars. They're 12 feet long and 4 feet wide, with a steel platform that sits just 10 inches above the floor.
Hidden underneath each of the powerful machines, which can carry cars up to 6,000 pounds, are eight wheels, bright flashing lights and an electronic eye that can read bar codes embedded in the floors for guidance.
The nimble robots slide under a vehicle and appear to effortlessly carry it across floors and in and out of car lifts. They abide by a calculated division of labor: Some AGVs only move cars on and off the lifts, others are tasked with shuffling cars across floors and into spots. A vehicle that enters or exits the system might be handled by as many as three AGVs passing the car from one robo-colleague to another.
And since there is no human that has to get in or out of the vehicle the parking can be very precise, squeezing vehicles into spots with just 2 inches between them.
During CNBC's visit to the ParkPlus system, our team rigged a Ferrari 488 Spider with cameras and recorded the automated retrieval process. It traveled from the ninth level of the garage to a ground-floor bay in under four minutes.
According to ParkPlus, critical to the system's operation and risk mitigation is rigorous testing: The robots have demonstrated they can move 15 vehicles in and out of the garage in rapid succession for 40 hours straight without a single hiccup.
The ROI of robo-parking
The cost of an automated system like the one at Brickell House varies widely depending on the building, but Peter Manis, president of ParkPlus Florida, said the range is generally $20,000 to $80,000 per spot.
That cost is on top of what a developer has already spent to construct the building's garage levels. Manis declined to reveal the exact price of the system installed at Brickell House, but a parking capacity of the garage's size at Manis' estimated cost range puts the pricing anywhere from $8 million and $32 million.
One of the main motivations for a building developer to pump millions into the automation of its parking garage is the system's ability to maximize precious square footage. Manis told CNBC that in some cases an automated system can optimize square footage by up to three times better than an old-school garage.
"You don't have driving ramps, you don't have turning, you don't have two different lanes and you can squeeze them right next to each other," said Manis.
Better-utilized space for parking could mean a developer needs fewer floors devoted to vehicles — freeing up square footage for residences and potentially boosting apartment sales.
High-tech parking and multimillon-dollar headaches
With any new technology, there are naturally some early-stage pain points.
Billionaire Palmer Luckey, who founded the virtual reality company Oculus VR and military weapons maker Anduril Industries, filed a lawsuit earlier this year saying he got stuck inside his private garage elevator.
Luckey bought and converted a Newport Beach, California, mansion into a multi-level garage equipped with an elevator and scissor lifts for his car collection. In the suit filed against Luckey's builder and subcontractor, the billionaire said the elevator "repeatedly stopped its vertical motion without warning and trapped its occupants inside."
According to the filing, the mansion-turned-garage is now unusable and Luckey incurred "millions of dollars in damages, with a precise amount that will be proven at trial."
In response, the builder's attorney told CNBC his client has filed a cross complaint arguing the elevator and lifts were the responsibility of the specialized subcontractor, who Palmer personally approved to build the lifts. Meanwhile, the subcontractor filed a motion to strike the lawsuits claims and did not respond to CNBC's request for comment.
Back in Miami, Brickell House has had its own headline-making parking nightmare. In 2016, long before the new AGV system was installed, the condo association filed a complaint against the building's developer over a parking system it claimed never functioned properly. Residents' cars were reportedly trapped in the system, which had been installed by a now-bankrupt parking company, and the garage was eventually shut down, leaving the building with no on-site parking for years, according to the lawsuit.
"The failure of the [previous] system was the Achilles heel of our industry," said Paul Bates, ParkPlus group president.
A jury awarded the condo association more than $40 million in damages, according to court documents. It remains one of the largest construction defect verdicts in Florida history.
The condominium association, which declined to discuss past litigation with CNBC, also reportedly received a $32 million insurance settlement over the system.
For Bates, the new ParkPlus system at Brickell House, installed beginning in 2022, helped close a dark chapter in automated parking.
"Brickell House, and these familiar concerns, have pushed the industry to innovate, improve system reliability, and focus on risk mitigation," Bates said.
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Trump emphasizes hypermasculinity as he and Harris pursue male voters
Attention, American men: Donald Trump and his allies want you to believe your vote says big things about your masculinity.
In the final weeks before the Nov. 5 election, the Republican nominee is amping up his hypermasculine tone and support of traditional gender roles, a reflection of the surgical campaign-within-a-campaign for the votes of men in a showdown with Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris. But where Harris is deploying “dudes” who use bro-ey language and occasional scolding to boost her support particularly among Black and Hispanic males, Trump’s camp is meeting men in alpha-male terms, often with crude and demeaning language. That means he appears on podcasts, gaming platforms, and alongside surrogates who define American manliness as a vote for the former Republican president.
“If you are a man in this country and you don’t vote for Donald Trump, you’re not a man,” Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk said on his podcast.
Subtle, it’s not. But the razor’s edge contest between Trump and Harris elevates the importance of small caches of voters who are apathetic or on the fence in the battleground states poised to decide the election. So in a twist on gender and identity politics, both camps are reaching out beyond their ideological bases.
“You’re thinking about sitting out or supporting somebody who has a history of denigrating you, because you think that’s a sign of strength, because that’s what being a man is?” former President Barack Obama scolded Black men last week in Pennsylvania, the largest battleground state. “That’s not acceptable.”
The polls and history tell the story of the candidates’ pursuit of support from men. Trump, who has a long history of denigrating women and bragging about the size of his body parts, won among men in 2016, when he defeated Democrat Hillary Clinton and in 2020, when he lost to President Joe Biden.
This year, men appear to be leaning toward Trump and women toward Harris, though the size of the gap varies across polls.
The nation has an unbroken list of male presidents, who have been presented as father figures, role models and archetypes of American masculinity. Their ranks have included military heroes, including George Washington and Dwight D. Eisenhower. Lawmakers such as Abraham Lincoln, Obama and Biden. A son of the South, Bill Clinton. An actor-turned-governor in Ronald Reagan. And scions like John F. Kennedy and George W. Bush — a Texas rancher.
Then there’s Trump, the New York developer and entertainer whose political fortunes have survived a troubled presidential term, 34 felony convictions, a jury verdict finding him liable for sexual assault and two assassination attempts. He rose from a shooting in July, blood-splattered and fist raised, yelling, “Fight, fight, fight!”
He’s taking a paternalistic approach as part of a strategy that his campaign hopes could help him not just among men, but also among suburban women who might hesitate supporting him. Trump has long aimed misogyny at women who challenge him.
“I think women like me because I will be your protector,” he told supporters in Aurora, Colorado, on Friday, in remarks about illegal immigration. “The women want protection. They don’t want these people pouring in.”
Last week, Trump called radio host Howard Stern, whose audience is overwhelmingly male, a “BETA MALE” on Truth Social. He recently suggested a female protester at one event should “go back home to Mommy” to “get the hell knocked out of her.” His spokesperson, Steven Cheung, tweeted ridicule of Harris’ campaign using a sexualized slang term — “cucked” — as apparent shorthand for weakness and submission.
He often muses on stage about his advisers counseling him to change so he would better appeal to women — but then dismisses their advice.
Trump is employing a strategy that has roots in the late 1960s and 1970s, when Republicans realized that framing their opponents as soft and feminine could win them appeal among white working-class men, according to Jackson Katz, an author and the creator of the film “The Man Card: 50 Years of Gender, Power & the American Presidency.”
By positioning Trump as a masculine hero, the campaign has crafted a story, Katz said. “It really is like a soap opera for men.”
In a series of twists on the ever-present gender gap and identity politics, young women are growing more liberal, but young men are not. Most Hispanic women view Harris favorably, but Hispanic men are more divided on her. Alarm bells sounded in Democratic ranks last weekend over concerns about Harris’ support among Black men. And some young men feel culturally disaffected in the age of MeToo and Black Lives Matter.
In the election’s closing weeks, those dynamics could spell opportunity for the campaigns as they seek to carve more support from whisper-thin slices of the electorate that have yet to choose a side.
“There does seem to be a battle in this campaign to define masculinity,” Jack Z. Bratich, a communications professor at Rutgers University, wrote in an email. Trump, he said, is “harnessing their insecurities and resentments so they feel empowered to vote for him as a way of restoring patriarchal order.”
Harris has unveiled a plan to give Black men more economic incentives and opportunities to thrive. She’s sitting for a town hall Tuesday with Charlamagne Tha God, an influential radio host. And vice presidential candidate Tim Walz, fresh off pheasant hunting with reporters in tow and talking football, unveiled an effort to improve the lives of rural voters. She wants you to know that she owns a Glock and that her favorite curse word, as she once said, starts with an “m” and ends with “ah.” (After letting out a trademark chuckle, she clarified further: “Not ‘e-r.’”)
Harris also announced that she’ll step outside her ideological comfort zone for her first interview on Fox News. That was enough to activate Trump.
“Fox has grown so weak and soft on the Democrats,” he groused on Truth Social, his social media platform. For his part, Trump is also appearing on Fox News this week in an all-female town hall.
In a sign of how important the votes of men are to Harris’ campaign as well: Men are appealing to men to support her. Hence the birth of “Dudes for Harris,” “Hombres con Harris” and Black Men Huddle Up” events in battleground states.
“What the hell are you waiting for?” demanded gravelly voiced actor Sam Elliott in an ad by the anti-Trump Lincoln Project. “Because if it’s the woman thing, it’s time to get over that.”
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The Prime Minister, Mr Mugabe, yesterday dismissed suggestions that his Government was opposed to the Soviet Union establishing diplomatic ties with Zimbabwe, and said the Kremlin was free to open an embassy here.
"We have told them everything that, they are free to establish an embassy here and the initiative is entirely their own".
Mr Mugabe told an airport news conference on his arrival yesterday from a five-day visit to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.
"It's up to the Soviet Union to send people here to discuss the formalisation (of our relationships). As and when they would want to do so, they will find us extremely responsive and we have sent word to that affect to them."
He was answering a questioner who wanted to know if Moscow had been snubbed in its efforts to establish diplomatic links with Salisbury as claimed by certain politicians.
The Prime Minister told journalists that his visit to Korea had been "very successful" as closer ties between the two nations had been forged and an awareness of Zimbabwe's problems realised.
Mr Mugabe said the Chinese leaders had also assured him of Peking's support and that there would be economic cooperation between the two countries.
The Prime Minister, whose delegation included two Cabinet Ministers and several deputies, said he had taken them on his tour to enable them to study the relevant ministries in Korea, which had excelled over the past 10 years, despite being an agricultural country.
On South Africa, he said Korea and China had been unanimous in their support for all democratic forces that were trying to "transform and destroy" apartheid in Pretoria and Namibia.
Iana-Reuter reports that the Korean President yesterday named his 38-year-old son Mr Kim Chong-II as his political successor.
Lessons for today
Russia has maintained diplomatic relations with Zimbabwe for several decades, dating back to the Soviet era when it supported liberation movements in Zimbabwe. The Russian Federation has continued to engage with Zimbabwe through various diplomatic channels.
In recent years, there have been discussions about enhancing bilateral relations between Russia and Zimbabwe, particularly in areas such as trade and investment.
Zimbabwe relies on Russia for security support, including advanced military equipment such as Ansat light helicopters.
Economically, the partnership is exemplified by Russian investments in Zimbabwe's mining sector - the Darwendale platinum mining venture, which highlights the mutual benefits derived from their collaboration. In 2019, several agreements were signed between the two nations covering various sectors such as agriculture, infrastructure development, and mining.
President Mnangagwa has actively engaged with Russian leadership to bolster bilateral relations. His participation at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum underscores a commitment to enhancing cooperation between the two countries.
Both nations view their alliance as an opportunity for economic development and security cooperation amid external pressures from Western countries.
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Nigeria Offshore Oil And Gas Production Industry Research 2024-2031: Unique Insights Into Africa's Leading Crude Oil Producer
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Hulu top 10 movies — here's what you need to be watching right now
These movies are definitely worth watching this week
The best streaming services, including Hulu, come with deep content libraries. While that's great, because we get endless hours of TV shows and movies, it can be a bit of a struggle to figure out what to watch. Luckily, Hulu has a top 15 shows and movies collection that gives you a look at what’s trending on the platform.
This week there are just two movies in the top 15 I really like and one in the top 10. But horror fans should enjoy this week's offerings. There's "Mr. Crocket," a movie about a creepy children's show and "Sting," a movie about a 12-year-old girl's pet that turns into a giant flesh-eating monster. So without further ado, here are the movies worth watching right now in Hulu’s top 10 movies.
This is based on the Hulu top 15 movies and shows as of Tuesday, Oct. 15.
BEST MOVIES IN THE HULU TOP 10
'Mr. Crocket' (2024)
Ever since there have been screens to distract kids, parents have used them to distract kids. But in "Mr. Crocket," that plan goes horribly wrong.
The movie stars Jerrika Hinton as Summer, a mother who in 1993, finds a tape for a mysterious children's show starring Mr. Crocket (Elvis Nolasco). Little does she know, he kidnaps children and brutally murders their parents. So when he emerges from the TV and kidnaps her son, she must hunt down the children's host from Hell to save herself and her son.
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Honorable mentions
'Sting' (2024)
If you're afraid of spiders, you should maybe sit this one out. But for the rest of us, "Sting" is a seriously creepy movie dropping hitting the Hulu top 15 just in time for Halloween.
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"Sting" stars Alyla Browne as Charlotte, a 12-year-old girl who adopts a tiny spider hatchling she names Sting. But even Charlotte doesn't want to be caught in Sting's web — he soon turns into a gigantic man-eating monster.
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HULU TOP 15 MOVIES AND SHOWS RIGHT NOW
- "9-1-1"
- "ABC 20/20"
- "High Potential"
- "Grey's Anatomy"
- "Tracker"
- "Mr Crocket" (2024)
- "Only Murders in the Building"
- "Tell Me Lies"
- "Doctor Odyssey"
- "Family Guy"
- "Secret Life of Diddy: A Special Edition of 20/20"
- "Reasonable Doubt"
- "Sting" (2024)
- "The Golden Bachelorette"
- "The Old Man"
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Malcolm McMillan is a senior writer for Tom's Guide, covering all the latest in streaming TV shows and movies. That means news, analysis, recommendations, reviews and more for just about anything you can watch, including sports! If it can be seen on a screen, he can write about it. Previously, Malcolm had been a staff writer for Tom's Guide for over a year, with a focus on artificial intelligence (AI), A/V tech and VR headsets.
Before writing for Tom's Guide, Malcolm worked as a fantasy football analyst writing for several sites and also had a brief stint working for Microsoft selling laptops, Xbox products and even the ill-fated Windows phone. He is passionate about video games and sports, though both cause him to yell at the TV frequently. He proudly sports many tattoos, including an Arsenal tattoo, in honor of the team that causes him to yell at the TV the most.
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USDA launches an internal investigation into the deadly Boar's Head outbreak
U.S. Agriculture Department officials have launched an internal investigation into how the agency handled reports of serious problems tied to a deadly listeria outbreak at a Boar's Head deli meat plant in Virginia
U.S. Agriculture Department officials have launched an internal investigation into how the agency handled reports of serious problems at a Boar's Head deli meat plant tied to a deadly listeria outbreak, a lawmaker said Tuesday.
Sen. Richard Blumenthal said that USDA Inspector General Phyllis Fong is looking into whether federal investigators and Virginia state inspectors responded appropriately to dozens of reports of problems at the factory, including mold, insects, dripping water and meat and fat residue on walls, floors and equipment. Inspection reports dating back at least two years indicated that the conditions could pose an “imminent threat” to food safety.
The action came in response to a Sept. 5 letter from Blumenthal demanding an investigation, he said.
“USDA took virtually no action — allowing Boar’s Head to continue business as usual at its chronically unsanitary Virginia plant — despite finding repeated serious violations," the Connecticut Democrat said in a statement.
At least 10 people died and nearly 50 were hospitalized in 19 states since May after eating listeria-contaminated Boar's Head products, including liverwurst, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. After recalling more than 7 million pounds of deli meat distributed nationwide, Boar's Head officials shuttered the plant in Jarratt, Virginia, and permanently stopped making liverwurst.
Officials with Fong's office did not immediately confirm the investigation. Blumenthal declined to release the agency's response. He said the internal investigation would evaluate the handling of recurrent problems and whether state inspections properly reduced the risk of tainted products entering the food supply.
The Boar's Head plant was inspected under a program that allows state inspectors to act on behalf of the federal agency.
In addition to the internal investigation, Blumenthal and Connecticut Rep. Rosa DeLauro last month asked the Justice Department to investigate whether criminal charges were warranted.
Officials with USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service have refused to share documents regarding the agency's inspections and enforcement at the plant, plus inspection reports from eight other company factories across the country. The agency denied Freedom of Information Act requests submitted by The Associated Press, saying releasing the records could “interfere with” and “hinder” potential law enforcement investigations. The AP is appealing the denial.
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Android 15 helps your Pixel phone vibrate smarter in any environment
- Android 15 has introduced a new feature called “Adaptive Vibration” to make your phone’s vibrations more intelligent.
- This feature uses your phone’s microphone and other sensors to detect your surroundings and adjust the vibration intensity accordingly.
- Adaptive Vibration is available now on Pixel phones, starting with the Pixel 7 series and newer models.
Google has officially released the stable version of Android 15, beginning its rollout with the Pixel 9 series and other Pixel devices. While it doesn’t look dramatically different, it packs some neat new tricks to make your smartphone experience smoother. One such addition is the new Adaptive Vibration feature.
We first spotted the Adaptive Vibration feature in Android 15 Beta 2 back in May, and now it’s officially making its way to Pixel phones with the full Android 15 release and the latest Pixel Drop. So, what does it do? In a nutshell, it automatically adjusts your phone’s vibration intensity based on the noise level of your surroundings, ensuring you don’t miss notifications in a loud environment or disturb anyone in a quiet one.
You’ll find this handy feature by going to Settings > Sound & vibration > Vibration & haptics in Android 15. There’s even a helpful animation in the settings that shows how it works. Basically, your phone will vibrate more strongly when it’s on a soft surface like a couch (because the cushions can absorb the vibrations) and less intensely when it’s on a hard surface like a table, preventing your phone from rattling everything around it.
It’s a practical feature that should make your phone a bit more considerate. No more vibrating through meetings, yet you won’t miss anything important in a busy café. While we know the microphone is used to detect sound levels, we’re not sure what other sensors are involved — but the end result should be a phone that’s just a bit more aware of its surroundings.
As of now, Adaptive Vibration is available on Pixel devices starting from the Pixel 7 series and newer. As other manufacturers roll out their Android 15 updates, we can expect it to also land on other Android phones.
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Epilepsy, one of the most widespread neurological diseases in the world, characterized by recurrent seizures, affects approximately 50 million people globally. In Europe, up to six million people are estimated to be living with the disease. Whilst treatment options have come a long way over the last few decades, clinical practice still shows significant unmet needs for people living with epilepsy.
With an ultimate goal of preventing epilepsy or at least, modifying the disease or achieving seizure freedom for every patient with epilepsy, Angelini Pharma is dedicated to advancing epilepsy treatment, education on the biology of the disease and complexity of the different types and syndromes by working directly with patients, healthcare professionals and multidisciplinary stakeholders to understand the challenges they face.
In this article, I will provide an overview of the current treatment landscape for people living with epilepsy, the research and development into new and innovative solutions for them to potentially achieve seizure freedom, and the challenges faced when adopting scientific innovation into clinical practice. It is important to understand how these challenges create further barriers for people living with epilepsy, the impact they have on their quality of life and what can and is being done to address these specific challenges.
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Leading a strong movement to diversify epilepsy research
Over the past 10 years we have seen scientific breakthroughs in understanding epilepsy genetics, and in the development of novel tools for target-driven approaches. Building on these results, it’s inspiring to see how epilepsy research and development continues to diversify to tackle the unmet need that still persist. From structural to genetic, infectious to metabolic and immune or developmental epilepsies, researchers are driving innovation in many different areas. Just last month, the manuscript that I co-authored, ‘New epilepsy therapies in development,’ published in Nature Reviews Drug Discovery highlighted that there is currently a encouraging pre-clinical and clinical treatment pipeline, with more than 200 projects at different stages for different types of epilepsies and diseases with seizures, with the principles of precision medicine being applied to epilepsy.
Looking ahead, the future of epilepsy treatment holds promising innovations. Gene therapies, while still far ahead on the horizon, offer the potential to be curative for certain rare genetic epilepsies and could be revolutionary when they arrive. These therapies represent a transformative approach, directly addressing the underlying causes of specific epilepsy syndromes. Additionally, novel therapeutic modalities, such as antisense oligonucleotides which could be positioned between small molecules and gene therapies, are already in clinical development and may soon provide new, precise treatment options.
At Angelini Pharma, we will continue to maintain our position at the forefront of epilepsy research, with strategic investments in small molecules, biologics, and innovative therapeutic approaches to find solutions for people living with epilepsy. We focus on areas where we can make a significant impact, leveraging our capabilities and partnerships to push further into previously unexplored areas to elevate our understanding of epilepsies and develop potentially groundbreaking therapies. For instance, our collaborations with JCR Pharmaceuticals, the Mario Negri Institute for Pharmacological Research (IRCSS) and initiatives including the Open Innovation Challenge remain top priorities to ensure that we are engaging, supporting and inspiring the patient and physician communities to advance epilepsy care and improve patient outcomes.
Understanding challenges in adopting scientific innovation into clinical practice
Despite the advancements to date, a gap persists between scientific innovation and clinical practice. Real-world settings often present challenges that hinder the adoption of new treatments. One significant issue is the reluctance to embrace new therapies due to a historical nihilism—stemming from the belief that new drugs may not significantly improve patient outcomes. This skepticism is compounded by the complexities of polytherapy, where patients are treated with multiple drugs, leading to cumulative side effects, which all create a poor quality of life for those living with epilepsy. Optimised selection of modern treatment options and reduction of the overall drug load could potentially improve efficacy and limit side effects at the same time.
To better understand patient needs and improve patient care, we partner and collaborate with patients and their communities, patient groups and organizations, academic collaborators, and other leading biotech companies. One example is the Headway initiative which we have been running together with The European House – Ambrosetti since 2017. The program regularly maps the European epilepsy care landscape and, importantly, highlights where the healthcare system does not yet fully meet patient needs. Headway therefore provides crucial information to help uncover barriers and elevate clinical practice.
Adopting patient-centric approaches to improve quality of life
Epilepsy significantly impacts patients’ daily lives, and particularly their quality of life. A recent cross-sectional study published by Siebenbrodt and collaborators shows that quality of life is affected by a variety of factors. Disease severity, seizure frequency and tolerability of anti-seizure medications as well as the presence of depression, stigma, and worry about new seizures are all strongly associated with poor quality of life.
A patient-centric approach, emphasizing education and communication between healthcare providers and patients, is vital for optimizing treatment outcomes. Patients play an increasingly important role in treatment decisions —they know their experiences and needs best. Therefore, empowering them with knowledge about their condition and treatment options available to them enables them to make informed decisions alongside their doctors. Healthcare providers can also benefit from informed patients and leverage their experiences to determine new treatment regimens and inspire fresh approaches to research and development.
At Angelini Pharma, we champion a patient-centric approach and are committed to listening to and amplifying the voices of people with epilepsy for improving their quality of life. One of the ways we are doing this is by encouraging the implementation of Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) and Patient-Reported Experience Measures (PREMs) into clinical practice. Our initiative, “PROMs and PREMs in Epilepsy Women of Childbearing Age”, seeks to foster a patient-centered approach to epilepsy care that prioritizes the real experiences of people living with epilepsy. The initiative is specifically designed for women who experience drug-resistant epilepsy in childbearing age and aims to create and validate PROMs and PREMs instruments in epilepsy treatment. Starting from 2025, we will be able to start gathering insights from the PROMs and PREMs using validated tools, hence significantly contributing to advancing better care and to enhancing quality of life for people with epilepsy.
Conclusion: Pushing the boundaries for patient care in epilepsy
The journey towards better epilepsy care and ultimately, seizure freedom, is one of continuous innovation and collaboration. By engaging with the community and fostering professional partnerships, we can advance epilepsy treatment and close the gap between clinical practice and scientific innovation. However, as with all ambitions, strength comes from unity, and we invite our industry peers, clinician and patient communities to come together to share feedback and insights and work together to improve epilepsy care worldwide. Let’s continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible and strive for a future where every patient with epilepsy can achieve seizure freedom and a better quality of life.
If you would like to learn more about pre-clinical and clinical treatment pipelines for different types of epilepsies and diseases with seizures, visit Nature Reviews Drug Discovery to read the article, ‘New epilepsy therapies in development.’
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Since 2011, the anthology series American Horror Story has thrilled audiences with each season telling a relatively self-contained scary story. However, while each season of American Horror Story is unique in its own way, not all seasons are created equal. Here are all the American Horror Story seasons ranked.
All American Horror Story Seasons, Ranked Worst to Best
12. Delicate
Rather than involving a largely original scary story, American Horror Story: Delicate adapted Danielle Vega’s 2023 novel Delicate Condition, albeit with some significant changes. Similarly, while series creator Ryan Murphy remained involved, it is the first season in the main series not to have him as the showrunner, with Halley Feiffer taking on the creative role. The season has an aspiring Hollywood actor determined to make it big in the movie business while also becoming a mother.
Originally released in two parts due to the writers and actors’ strikes in 2023, Delicate had an uneven rollout and a weak premise that never quite connected with the audience. The first half of the season is a bit of a mess, only sticking the landing somewhat in its set of final four episodes to close out the story. Though more subdued than most seasons of American Horror Story, Delicate just doesn’t quite have the same magic that made its preceding seasons so effective.
11. Hotel
After spending two seasons in different locations, the fifth season of American Horror Story brought the scares back to Los Angeles. True to its title, Hotel is inspired by the hotels in the City of Angels with their own dark backstories, telling the tale of the fictional Hotel Cortez in Downtown Los Angeles. More than just featuring ghosts, Hotel throws in vampires, serial killers, and other horrific elements in its sprawling story.
The problem with Hotel is that it tries too much at once, including bringing in elements of Murder House and Coven, throwing off the pacing of the season completely. Beyond this, Hotel feels like the most contrived story in the series to date, even by American Horror Story standards. Where Hotel makes up for this is its production design, with the Hotel Cortez set among the series’ most grandiose and atmospheric.
10. NYC
For its eleventh season, American Horror Story focused on a different kind of scary story with NYC, a period piece tale set in 1980s New York. As a leather-masked killer stalks gay men in the city, a strange virus surfaces and begins to spread in the queer community with devastating impact. With the police unable or unwilling to help, several members of the community take matters into their own hands to protect their own from further killings.
NYC feels like a salute to a bygone era, examining the horrors facing the queer community in the big city during the Reagan Administration through the terrifying lens that only American Horror Story can offer. From indifferent and incompetent law enforcement unable to stop a masked killer to its analogy to the AIDS virus, NYC has a lot going on. However, for as erotically charged and pointed a commentary as the season provides, it just doesn’t quite feel as vital as most seasons.
9. Cult
In the wake of the 2016 presidential election, which saw Donald Trump elected as President of the United States, American Horror Story examined the thematic fallout of this recent historical event with its seventh season, Cult. Rather than centering on an explicitly supernatural type of horror, the season features a murderous cult forming in the aftermath of the election. Though incorporating societal anxieties and prejudices, much of the scares perpetuated early in the season involve a gang of killer clowns.
Despite its inciting premise and broader themes, Cult struggles to craft a timely or effective social commentary, with its political parallels feeling more opportunistic than insightful. Where it succeeds is its underlying theme of its characters confronted directly by their fears made lethally real in the wake of the election, operating better when the story works more abstractly than pointedly. American Horror Story at its most political, Cult is a mixed bag and fascinating look at a specific moment in American history.
8. Roanoke
The sixth season of American Horror Story takes a found footage approach, at least initially, for its story, subtitled Roanoke. The story begins as a true crime documentary, following a young couple relocating to rural North Carolina only to find their new community haunted by 16th-century ghosts from a tragedy involving English colonists. This is followed by a group of people inspired by the popularity of the documentary to visit the haunted site for themselves, learning firsthand just how real the horror behind it truly is.
Roanoke is a sly commentary on the growing interest in true crime documentaries and the enthusiasts that devour them, which is especially rich knowing American Horror Story creator Ryan Murphy’s recent work. With it, the season also takes its own spin on found footage movies like The Blair Witch Project to create its own twisted tale of folklore-based murder and mayhem. Beginning intriguing enough, Roanoke flounders as it explores its own central mystery but still delivers plenty of chills to keep audiences engaged.
7. Freak Show
For its fourth season, Freak Show, American Horror Story went entirely period piece in the 1950s and the waning days of the carnival freak show exhibitions in North America. Picking up plot threads and characters from Asylum, Freak Show features grisly murders around a carnival exhibition in Florida linked to the terrifying Twisty the Clown. As an investigation is launched into the carnival, its twisted history comes to light.
By its very premise, Freak Show is one of the most bizarre seasons of American Horror Story to date, but beyond this, the show’s common themes of exploitation and violently changing eras remain evident. In Twisty the Clown, played memorably by John Carroll Lynch, the show gets one of its scariest villains ever and the callbacks to Asylum lay the groundwork for future crossovers. An odd, uneven season, Freak Show embraces the weirdness inherent to the series to solid effect.
6. Murder House
The inaugural season of American Horror Story, retroactively titled Murder House as the anthology series continued with its subsequent line of subtitles, follows the Harmon family after they relocate to an old home in Los Angeles. Audiences learn that the house has an extensive dark history, with numerous murders occurring on the grounds over the years and the spirits of the deceased continuing to haunt the premises. The Harmons find themselves drawn into a bloody web of deadly personalities that conspire to add to the ghosts trapped in the murder house.
What Murder House does well is just deliver on its premise as over-the-top as possible, with virtually every episode in the season having at least one grisly kill. American Horror Story, for better or worse, has always embraced the excesses of the horror genre, and this is clear right from its first season. While still finding its voice amid the wider television landscape, American Horror Story launched with a solid and entertaining first season that continues to hold up.
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5. Apocalypse
While each season of American Horror Story tells a relatively standalone story, with a fresh cast of characters and premise, the show’s eighth season, Apocalypse, featured its biggest crossover story yet. Kicking off with nuclear armageddon, the witches from Coven resurface before the tale rewinds back before the fiery fallout. In order to prevent the end of the world, the witches must venture to the infamous Murder House and learn its ghostly secrets.
Eight seasons deep, it’s great to see American Horror Story acknowledge and revisit its own history, not only incorporating narrative elements from Murder House but also Hotel. After its fiery setup, Apocalypse takes a hard tonal pivot to begin the crossover in earnest, but given how wacky American Horror Story has been in the past, this doesn’t come as a huge misdirect. A celebration of the show’s ongoing legacy, hopefully, the show will take pointers from Apocalypse for subsequent crossovers.
4. Double Feature
For its tenth season, aptly titled Double Feature, American Horror Story went in a different direction by dividing its season into two separate and distinct stories exploring different possibilities within the horror genre. The first half, titled Red Tide, is more within the typical American Horror Story wheelhouse, following a family relocating to a coastal New England town where they discover its horrifying true nature. The second half, titled Death Valley, is a period piece story involving the federal government trying to cover up the existence of extraterrestrials.
There is a confidence in Red Tide as the season delves into classic horror tropes with its own signature twist. However, the really fun part is Death Valley. Not only mixing up the usual creative formula, Death Valley embraces the alternative history and campiness possible with its premise. Building from the second wind provided by its preceding season, Double Feature is a great reimagining of what American Horror Story can be.
3. Asylum
The second season of American Horror Story is where the series really found its creative voice and ensemble cast that would define it for years to follow. Alternating between periods in present-day and 1964, Asylum is set around a disused New England Sanitarium with a killer, known as Bloody Face, terrorizing both timelines. As this murder mystery unfolds, other bitter rivalries at the asylum and dark secrets come to light as the incident escalates far beyond a simple serial killer at work.
While Murder House set the foundation, Asylum is really where the true narrative template and tone for American Horror Story visibly began to gel together. This is elevated by the show’s cast, with Sarah Paulson and Jessica Lange especially standing out for their magnetic work throughout the season. A rollercoaster ride of a story, filled with all the sex and violence that fans have come to love, Asylum set a standard for the series.
2. Coven
The third season of American Horror Story was one of the most ambitious, with Coven telling a story that spanned three centuries starting with the 1692 Salem Witch Trials. The coven of witches that survives this incident travels throughout the United States, facing persecution and nefarious serial killers in the intervening generations. This culminates in a showdown with the famous LaLaurie family and the process of selecting a new Supreme to lead the coven forward.
Coven strikes a perfect balance between the over-the-top morays, ridiculous scares, and deliciously wicked characters that the show has always been known for. As always, the story always feels like it’s about to completely careen off the rails, but somehow manages to stay the course. Plus, any season that features Stevie Nicks playing a fictionalized version of herself certainly warrants a high place on this ranking.
1. 1984
Throughout its many seasons, American Horror Story has worn its pop culture influences on its sleeve but never more so than in its ninth season, titled 1984. Serving as an obvious homage to ‘80s slasher movies like Friday the 13th, Sleepaway Camp, and The Burning, 1984 revolves around the reopening of a rural summer camp with a dark history. However, as the camp reopens, its counselors are hunted by an escaped serial killer as other paranormal activity surfaces.
1984 really is the quintessential season of American Horror Story, from its visible influences, over-the-top storytelling style, and a fair bit of controversy, this time with its portrayal of the real-life serial killer, the Night Stalker. A rollicking romp with some genuine plot twists to keep audiences on their toes just when they think they have the story figured out, 1984 is a wild, entertaining ride. Of all the stories and premises in the series, 1984 and its love letter to the slasher genre is something that fits the American Horror Story ethos like a glove.
And that’s all the American Horror Story seasons, ranked from worst to best.
American Horror Story is streaming now on Hulu.
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The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange rose today. The Tel Aviv 35 Index rose 0.52%, to a new record 2,137.71 points, the Tel Aviv 125 Index rose 0.65% to 2,132.25 points; and the BlueTech Global Index rose 0.38% to 417.56 points. The All Bond corporate bond index rose 0.20% to 385.65 points. Turnover totaled NIS 1.71 billion in equities and NIS 4.38 billion in bonds.
On the foreign exchange market, the Bank of Israel set the representative shekel-dollar rate down 0.293% from Monday, at NIS 3.747/$, and the representative shekel-euro rate was set 0.373% lower at NIS 4.089/€.
Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (NYSE: TEVA; TASE: TEVA rose 3.29% for the biggest rise on the Tel Aviv 35 Index. NewMed Energy (TASE: NWMD) rose 3.07%, NICE Systems Ltd. (Nasdaq: NICE; TASE:NICE) rose 0.48%, and ICL (TASE: ICL: NYSE: ICL) rose 1.14%. Mizrahi Tefahot Bank rose 0.69%.
Bank Hapoalim (TASE: POLI) led the market today, falling 0.84% on the day's biggest trading turnover. Bank Leumi (TASE: LUMI) fell 0.50%, and Israel Discount Bank (TASE: DSCT) fell 0.58%. Nova Ltd. (Nasdaq:NVMI; TASE:NVMI) fell 0.94% and Camtek (Nasdaq: CAMT; TASE: CAMT) fell 1.04% for the biggest fall on the Tel Aviv 35 Index today
Outside of the Tel Aviv 35 Index, El Al Israel Airlines Ltd. (TASE:ELAL) rose 2.84% on the news that more foreign airlines were extending their cancelations of all flights to Israel.
Published by Globes, Israel business news - en.globes.co.il - on October 15, 2024.
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- As enrollment numbers dwindle, a growing number of institutions struggle to stay afloat.
- Smaller, less selective schools have been the hardest hit, while the country’s most elite colleges and universities continue to thrive.
Many colleges are under financial pressure, and the cracks are starting to show.
At least 20 colleges closed in 2024, and more are set to shut down after the current academic year, according to the latest tally by Implan, an economic software and analysis company.
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Altogether, more than 40 colleges have closed since 2020, according to a separate report by Best Colleges.
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At the same time, the population of college-age students is also shrinking, a trend referred to as the "enrollment cliff."
Experts have continuously warned that ongoing problems with the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid form have resulted in fewer students applying for financial aid, which could also contribute to declining enrollment.
That has left some colleges and universities in a bind, especially "small private — often liberal arts — schools," said Candi Clouse, a vice president at Implan.
Meanwhile, the country's most elite institutions are thriving.
College applications jump
Coming out of the pandemic, a small group of universities, including many in the Ivy League, experienced a record-breaking increase in applications, reports show.
Last year, Yale University, for example, accepted 3.73% of the record-high 57,465 students who applied to the Class of 2028.
Overall, the number of college applicants jumped 11% in the 2023-24 school year, even as enrollment flatlined, the latest data from the Common Application found, suggesting more students are applying to the same schools.
"There's been a paradox in higher education for five-plus years," said Hafeez Lakhani, founder and president of Lakhani Coaching in New York.
"At the very same time you have an enrollment crisis building, you have record application volume at the most selective schools," he said. "The consensus is, it's only worth going to college if it's a life-changing college."
Meanwhile, private colleges that are less prestigious but equally expensive are struggling to attract applicants, he added.
For a majority of students, "the costs are nowhere near reasonable," Lakhani said.
"If you are not a big brand, you have a real problem on your hands," he said.
College is becoming a path for only those with the means to pay for it, other reports show.
Children from families in the top 1% are more than twice as likely to attend a so-called Ivy Plus school as those from middle-class families with comparable SAT or ACT scores, according to the National Bureau of Economic Research.
Though opinions on which schools should be considered Ivy Plus vary, the group generally includes the eight private colleges that comprise the Ivy League — Brown, Columbia, Cornell, Dartmouth, Harvard, University of Pennsylvania, Princeton and Yale — plus the University of Chicago, Duke, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and Stanford.
Most Americans still agree a college education is worthwhile when it comes to career goals and advancement. However, only half believe the economic benefits outweigh the costs, according to a separate report by Public Agenda, USA Today and Hidden Common Ground.
The rising cost of college and ballooning student loan balances have played a big role in changing views about the higher education system, which many think is rigged to benefit the wealthy, the report found.
Tuition and fees plus room and board for a four-year private college averaged $56,190 in the 2023-24 school year. At four-year, in-state public colleges, it was $24,030, according to the College Board, which tracks trends in college pricing and student aid.
Already, the majority of applicants hail from the wealthiest zip codes, the Common Application found.
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Phillies sign manager Rob Thomson to 1-year extension after three straight trips to playoffs
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia Phillies signed manager Rob Thomson to a one-year contract extension through the 2026 season after he led the team to three straight trips to the playoffs.
The 61-year-old Thomson guided the Phillies to the 2022 World Series and the 2023 National League Championship Series and led them this season to their first NL East title since 2011. The Phillies were eliminated in four games by the New York Mets in the National League Division Series.
Thomson’s .575 winning percentage is the best for any manager in franchise history. His contract was set to expire after the 2025 season.
“Year by year is good with me,” Thomson said Tuesday of the extension. “I’ve mentioned many times this is the only place I want to be. This will be my last stop.”
Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski said the entire coaching staff — which includes polarizing hitting coach Kevin Long — will return next season, as well.
“Many managers will say it, but I truly believe we have the best coaching staff in baseball,” Thomson said.
Coming off a 95-67 season, Dombrowski made clear he was happy with the direction of the team under the manager affectionately known by his players as Topper.
“I think we have a good coaching staff, primarily,” Dombrowski said during Tuesday’s announcement. “They do a very efficient job. They did lead us to 95 wins.”
Thomson has a 280-155 record since the veteran bench coach replaced Joe Girardi as Phillies manager on June 3, 2022.
Dombrowski said it was important for the team not to enter the 2026 season with a lame-duck manager.
“He’s done a good job for us, been a very successful manager,” Dombrowski said. “There’s been very few clubs in baseball that have made the postseason three years in a row. He has done that. We’ve been a very good club under his guidance. It’s also one where I think stability in the manager’s spot, I don’t think going into the manager’s last year is ever good situation to be in, if you can prevent that from happening. He deserves the extension in that regard.”
Thomson has been with the club since the 2018 season when he was first hired as bench coach under former manager Gabe Kapler.
He spent 28 years as a member of the New York Yankees organization (1990-2017), including 10 seasons on the major league coaching staff as bench coach (2008, 2015-17) and third base coach (2009-14).
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Girls Try for Hockey Free events happen nationwide, held by different organizations as a way of giving back to the community and increasing girls’ interest in the sport.
Girls aged 4-9, with no experience required, can learn the basics of hockey from experienced athletes and coaches for free, introducing them to a new sport for them to try.
The San Jose Sharks are one of the teams embracing this kind of event, only they have an addition to their upcoming Girls Try Hockey for Free event on Oct. 13. Each participant will receive a ticket to the Sharks game against the Colorado Avalanche on Oct. 20, which will be Pixar Night at the SAP Center.
By hosting these events two weekends in a row, the Sharks increased the participation in the free skate and hope to create a bond between the young skaters and Riley, the protagonist of “Inside Out 2.”
“It was just serendipitous that we put [Girls Try Hockey for Free] together with the Pixar Night event,” Heather Vaughan, San Jose’s VP of marketing, said. “We could tie it all together to get engagement based on the strength of the ‘Inside Out 2’ movie and the momentum with the characters and girls’ youth hockey.”
The Girls Try Hockey for Free event will take place during the IIHF’s Girls’ Hockey Weekend, celebrated October 11-13. With two sessions hosting 50 participants each, San Jose is providing young girls the opportunity to work with two elite female hockey players — Megan Bozek-Ferguson and Tracey Roberts.
Bozek-Ferguson is a two-time Olympic medalist and seven-time IIHF Women’s World Championship medalist, in addition to her illustrious collegiate career at Minnesota. Bozek-Ferguson’s accolades speak for themselves, making her an inspiring mentor to young girls looking to learn hockey.
Roberts is a member of the Sharks’ Oakland Ice Center coaching staff. She played collegiately at Colby College before hanging up the skates and pursuing a career in animation. With Pixar’s hub in the Bay Area, Roberts assisted in the animation of the hockey scenes in “Inside Out 2” by showing the animators elements of accurately playing hockey.
With Roberts on staff, a Pixar Night hosted by San Jose truly does seem serendipitous.
The hockey connection between the Sharks and “Inside Out 2” are obvious, but Vaughn pointed out that the emphasis on emotional awareness in the movie is what she hopes will stick with the girls who come to Pixar Night.
“We are all really excited about the idea of utilizing entertainment and a movie focused on mental wellness, to be able to encourage and empower these young women to be brave and go out and try something for the first time,” Vaughn said.
For Pixar Night, the Sharks have invited local youth hockey teams to attend the afternoon game on Oct. 20. The Sharks’ marketing team has gone all out to ensure that the young fans are excited for the event, with a teal carpet and activities for the kids to partake in. On the teal carpet, kids can pose in front of a San Jose Sharks and “Inside Out 2” backdrop, get a pin of Sharkie, the Sharks mascot, and decorate their shoelaces with beads and charms.
The kid-friendly environment doesn’t stop once the game starts. During intermissions and stoppages of play, the Sharks will continue the “Inside Out 2” connection with trivia and graphics based on what is going on in the game — a goal shows ‘Joy’, whereas a penalty shows ‘Anger.’ Additionally, one lucky attendant will win a trip to Disney’s California Adventure Park and stay at the Pixar-themed resort.
With this fortuitous connection, the Sharks utilizing its location in the Bay Area, its staff connections, and community-building ideals to increase female youth interest in hockey. The Sharks own three ice facilities for youth hockey across the Bay Area, exposing young fans and players to the marvels of a hockey rink early.
Participation in sports for young people is crucial for mental and physical health, as it helps children learn valuable morals and lessons they can carry through their lives. There is still major stigma attached to women’s hockey, and San Jose is attempting to combat that by combining these events. Riley in the “Inside Out” franchise is a hockey player growing up in the Bay Area, making her the ideal representation for girls playing hockey at a young age.
“At Disney and Pixar, [they] want Riley to be every hockey team’s fan,” Vaughan said. “Part of the storyline is to show young women that there is a future in this. If hockey is something that you love, it’s not just play now and you’re done, or play through high school or even play through college — there is a future beyond this.”
Story from Red Line Editorial, Inc.
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Joseph Madzimure — One of the world's top cement producers, Huaxin Cement Co Ltd from China, has invested US$15 million in a manufacturing plant in Zimbabwe.
With an asset base of more than US$25 billion across the globe, Huaxin Zimbabwe (Private) Limited will produce 300 000 tonnes of cement per year.
Sitting on five hectares in Mt Hampden, the company expects to increase its production capacity to 1 million tonnes if it accesses more lime reserves.
Huaxin Zimbabwe director Mr Clemence Gomba said they want Zimbabwe to become a hub of cement manufacturing, riding on the abundant human resources.
"We will start with at least 300 000 tonnes of cement per year, but if we access lime reserves here in Zimbabwe we will increase production to 1 million tonnes per year," said Mr Gomba.
"We will be able to export to our neighbouring countries."
Huaxin Cement Co Ltd is the producer of Supaset Cement, which is preferred by many builders.
Currently, Supaset Cement is imported from South Africa, Zambia, Tanzania, Malawi and Mozambique.
"We produce 32,5 and 42,5 which is used in the construction industry. We want Zimbabweans to get the cement at their doorsteps," he said.
Company CEO, Mr Chen, said: "As investors we are taking advantage of the relationship between Zimbabwe and China.
"We have realised that a lot of Chinese investors are coming to invest here."
Huaxin is expected to employ five Chinese nationals who will be on the technical side and 200 locals.
"We started constructing this site last month and we hope to finish by the end of November this year and in December, we will start the production of cement.
"The plant will start with a production capacity of 25 000 tonnes of cement per month, mainly we will be making 32,5 and 42,5 cement.
"We hope to satisfy the local market so that at least we reduce our import bill. We want to save foreign currency for the country.
"We hope to find some limestone reserves so that we will not be importing any 'clinker'," said Mr Chen.
Clinker is the essential component in producing cement, which is made of sintering limestone.
Industry and Commerce Minister Mangaliso Ndlovu yesterday toured the site where he appreciated the work being done by Huaxin Zimbabwe (Pvt) Limited.
"I have been invited here to come and appreciate what they have invested in. They have told us that they are the major suppliers of cement to Zimbabwe from Zambia," he said.
"They are keen to set up a cement manufacturing plant here in Zimbabwe, obviously something that we want to encourage because we want to increase local production.
Minister Ndlovu said Zimbabwe is experiencing a surge in imports mainly from Zambia and South Africa, a reflection that local production is not satisfying the market.
"We are happy that a company of this calibre, which is one of the leading global cement producers, is coming into Zimbabwe.
"By end of December, they will start operating," he said.
The company has footprints in Malawi, South Africa, Tanzania, Mozambique, Zambia and Zimbabwe and other countries across the globe.
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For years, singer/songwriter Lisa Marie Presley, the only child of Elvis Presley, refused to write a memoir; she told people she thought her life wasn’t interesting enough to fill a book.
"I think she's had a complicated relationship with existing in the public eye and wanting to connect to people and share her story, but also really not enjoying having attention on her," Lisa Marie's daughter, Riley Keough says.
Eventually, Lisa Marie changed her mind about the memoir. She began making audio recordings about her life and reached out to Keough for help with the project. A month later, in January 2023, Lisa Marie died suddenly, and Keough had to decide whether or not to complete the book.
"I received the tapes. And then I kind of put it off for a while because I was like, why am I doing this to myself?" Keough says. "But the project of the book really felt like a duty to me. ... It felt like just a task that had to be done, so then I think I approached it in that way."
The book, From Here to the Great Unknown, takes its title from a lyric from the song “Where No One Stands Alone,” featured on a 2018 compilation album of Lisa Marie singing duets with archival recordings of her father's favorite gospel songs. In the book, Lisa Marie describes growing up in Graceland and shock of losing her father when she was 9. She also looks back on her three marriages, her battle with addiction and the loss of her son, Benjamin Keough, who died by suicide in 2020.
Keough, who is listed as a co-author of the memoir, says she struggled throughout to capture her mother's voice.
"[Lisa Marie] was very complicated and she was very candid and honest and raw and tough and wild and rebellious," Keough says. "But she also had a side to her that was very sort of childlike and naïve as well. And [she was] one of the most loving people I've ever met. But also I don't know if she could ever receive love, which was interesting."
Interview highlights
On Lisa Marie’s relationship to her parents, Elvis and Priscilla
I think that she was so close with her father, like she was a daddy's girl and he was everything to her that the loss of him was so great. And I think that dictated the relationship she had with her mother. …
Priscilla was a very young mother, and obviously my grandmother was living in this world that was totally overwhelming and unusual and she [had] to be Elvis' wife. And I think there was a lot of pressure on her to be perfect and to be the perfect wife and woman that ever lived. … And I think that my mom and her were very different. Like my mother was very wild and unruly and rebellious and radical kind of, and [Priscilla] was very well mannered and perfect, kind of the opposite of my mom, so I think they would butt heads often. … I also think that that had to do with the fact that she was in grief, too, so I think that she was acting out. She was angry at the universe for taking her father away and that everything and everyone was not him.
On Lisa Marie’s account of the day Elvis died in 1977
She always felt protective over that story. I always got the sense that she would never share the details of that day publicly, but then when I got the tapes, I heard that she wanted to share the details of that day. …
She basically came into my grandfather's room and he was in his bathroom and she saw him in there and then somebody grabbed her and brought her out into her room. And the ambulance came. And I think she says she went to smoke a cigarette. She was 9 years old. And then she watched him get brought down the stairs on a gurney. And she kind of says she remembers seeing his shoes or his hand or something like that. And he gets wheeled out of the house. And then a few moments later, his father, Vernon, basically, she hears him yelling and saying, “My baby's gone” … and I think Vernon said, “Your daddy's gone.”
On the family grieving alongside the public
The whole world was grieving her father, and she talks about watching people come through the house and people fainting and having to be carried out and ambulances coming to get people. ... I think it was a very interesting way to grieve. And I think that it kind of maybe didn't leave her a lot of room for her own grief.
On Lisa Marie’s connection to Graceland
She was very happy to be at Graceland. And in general, like if we were in Memphis, she just loved it there. She wanted a house there. And it was where she grew up and had some of her best memories as a child. We always had a lot of fun there. We would have dinners there and Thanksgiving and when the tours were over, obviously we would hang out in the house and they would take the ropes down and it was just like a family home for us. We would hang out in the living rooms and me and my brother would run downstairs and play pool with our cousins. And so we got to experience it as a home growing up. … And her father's room, which has never been part of the tour, her room in her father's room are upstairs in the house, and it's really only been a few people who are allowed up there and just our family. And she kept a key with her, and it was just a place that she went. It was like a place of comfort for her. I think she really felt her father in the room.
On Lisa Marie’s marriage to Michael Jackson being questioned as a publicity stunt
Their love was very genuine and they were in love and they were in a real relationship and slept in bed together and were very normal. But I think that when you're that famous, there's a lot of people around. I think both camps kind of had people in their ears about each other. My mom started to perceive that maybe he was on drugs and he started to maybe get the idea that she was on to him maybe being on drugs. And then I think there was paranoia. I think my grandmother was apprehensive about the marriage and brought that idea up to my mom, and I think it just kind of exploded.
On Riley’s relationship Jackson
I think my mom says something in the book that people might kind of pass over, which is really kind of indicative of the whole thing, which is that like the version of Michael that was in her/our lives or that she was with, was different to, I think, the version that he presented on TV. Even the way he spoke was different. Probably with Elvis, too: There's the version of Elvis Presley for the world and then there's the version at home. And I think my experience with Michael was he felt like a human being and spoke differently. I remember the first time I saw him on TV, his register was higher and that's not how I was used to hearing him. And I remember thinking: That was interesting. So I think that in my life he felt like my mom's husband, like a stepfather.
On Lisa Marie seeing Elvis impersonators at her shows
She used to, before shows, peek out the side of the curtain and and find where they would be so that she wasn't surprised when she went out there and she would just peek around and kind of go, OK, there's one in the back, there's one over there so she wasn't shocked. … It's like some kind of wild fever dream to go out on stage and perform to your dead father, or like someone in costume. It's bizarre. People's relationship to him was as if he was like this sort of like God, you know? And so I don't think there was a lot of humanizing going on with her. It's not that they had ill intentions. I think that they're just fans and just maybe didn't realize how weird that would be for her.
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ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- IFS UNLEASHED IFS, the leading enterprise cloud and industrial AI software provider, today announced that Rolls-Royce's Power Systems division, with its mtu brand, has chosen to implement IFS Cloud to optimise its global service operations and support its strategic objectives of efficiency, sustainability and growth.
As part of the transition of Power Systems to a solution-provider approach, the division, which has a workforce of over 10,000 employees, sought an innovative solution boost service-level agreement (SLA) fulfilment and enhance scheduling efficiency. Leveraging the power of Industrial AI, IFS Cloud will transform service operations with advanced real-time insights and dynamic scheduling capabilities. The aim is to streamline service workflows and deliver more precise and agile service to clients worldwide.
By using IFS Cloud's Planning, Scheduling, and Optimisation (PSO)module, Rolls-Royce's Power Systems division can expand long-term maintenance contracts and increase spare part sales by gaining better visibility into service data. This optimization will improve scheduling and engineer deployment, enhancing first-time fix rates while ensuring consistent fulfilment of SLAs across its fleet of engines.
At the same time, IFS Cloud's simulation capabilities, delivered through its What-If Scenario Explorer (WISE) will significantly enhance the customer's planning processes. By modelling various scenarios for resource allocation, maintenance scheduling and capacity planning, it can anticipate challenges, optimise resource usage and better align with SLAs. Moreover, simulating different 'what-if' situations, such as fluctuations in demand, technician availability or parts supply, will enable Rolls-Royce's Power Systems division to make proactive, data-driven decisions.
Joern Lindstaedt, VP Global Customer Service – Power Systems, Rolls-Royce, said: "After speaking with various potential partners, it was quite clear that IFS Cloud's capabilities would mark a significant step in transforming our service operations, and IFS was therefore, the clear choice. With enhanced real-time insights and dynamic scheduling, we expect to achieve substantial improvements in service delivery and customer satisfaction, supporting our goals for efficiency and sustainability."
Automating much of the planning and dispatching process reduces the need for manual interventions, allowing new dispatchers to quickly master resource allocation, manage service appointments and adjust schedules.
James Lewis, global head of service management business unit, IFS, said: "We're excited to partner with Rolls-Royce Power Systems to support their shift toward a more service-oriented business model. With IFS Cloud, they will be able to improve first-time fix rates, reduce response times and make more data-driven decisions, helping them deliver exceptional service to customers worldwide."
IFS Cloud will also provide real-time insights into engine performance, resource availability and service needs, allowing for more proactive management of maintenance and replacements across Power Systems' global operations. The platform will be rolled out to 1,000 users across 1,200 locations in 175 countries, underlining Rolls-Royce's commitment to delivering innovation and customer service excellence on a global scale.
About Rolls-Royce Power Systems
Rolls-Royce's Power Systems division is headquartered in Friedrichshafen, Germany and employs around 10,000 people worldwide. The product portfolio includes mtu-brand high-speed engines and propulsion systems for ships, power generation, heavy land, rail and defence vehicles and for the oil and gas industry as well as diesel and gas systems and battery containers for mission critical, standby and continuous power, combined generation of heat and power, and microgrids and is intensively engaged in the development of climate-neutral solutions. For more information, visit
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IFS Cloud is a fully composable AI-powered platform, designed for ultimate flexibility and adaptability to our customers' specific requirements and business evolution. It spans the needs of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Enterprise Asset Management (EAM), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Information Technology Service Management (ITSM), and Field Service Management (FSM). IFS technology leverages AI, machine learning, real-time data and analytics to empower our customers to make informed strategic decisions and excel at their Moment of ServiceTM.
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Roku just got a huge update that turns your TV into a smart home security center
View all of your Roku camera feeds based on activity and get real-time notifications from the big screen
Roku's latest update makes the company's streaming devices and TVs some of the best smart home devices you can buy for keeping an eye on your property. The biggest upcoming feature is the rotating "Camera Carousel" of all your Roku security video feeds on the big screen. This will automatically switch views when cameras detect activity or during timed intervals.
You'll also now get real-time pop-up notifications from all your Roku cameras — no longer just your video doorbell. This gives you a heads-up if there's movement in the yard or if the kiddos wake up in the middle of the night while you're watching TV. These notifications are completely optional. That said, it's nice not to have to check separate devices like your phone or smart display constantly.
Roku Video Doorbell: was $115 now $99 @ Amazon
This 1440p HD Night Vision doorbell camera offers an ultrawide view so you can see who's approaching your stoop. Its motion and sound detection shows notifications on your Roku TV. Since it's a rebranded Wyze camera, it also works with Alexa and Google to boot.
Roku Indoor Camera (2-Pack): was $60 now $39 @ Amazon
These 1080p wired cameras are easy to stand up or mount on a variety of surfaces. Their color night vision can capture TK images. Plus, they double as Smoke & CO alarm listeners that send an alert the moment your camera hears an alarm in your home.
Roku Outdoor Security Camera: was $80 now $74 @ Amazon
This battery-powered HD camera lasts up to six months on a single charge. It's IP65 weatherproofed to withstand snow or rain and can be paired with the Roku Solar Panel to keep your camera juiced up without any maintenance from your end. Its built-in smart sensors detect body heat, so you won’t get false alerts for events like trees swaying in the wind.
Roku’s devices also talk to its smart security system, which will now show alarm alerts directly from your TV. The streaming giant tossed its hat into the smart home ring two years ago with the launch of its proprietary video doorbell, smart lighting and smart camera systems. If they look familiar, that's because they're actually manufactured by Wyze.
If you own both a Roku TV device and one of the company's security cameras, you'll start seeing the updated motion notifications across all camera types as early as this week. That's in addition to the slick Camera Carousel feature. Roku's cameras will get a web feed view to access their feeds on computers and other devices later this year. It's good to see Roku's notoriously locked-down system on smart home gain parity with FireTV and Google's new TV Streamer. However, those systems work with other third-party cameras.
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- Best smart home security cameras—tested
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Hunter Fenollol is a Senior Editor for Tom’s Guide. He specializes in smart home gadgets and appliances. Prior to joining the team, Hunter reviewed computers, wearables, and mixed reality gear for publications that include CNN Underscored, Popular Mechanics, and Laptop Magazine. When he’s not testing out the latest cooking gadgets, you can likely find him playing a round of golf or out with friends feeding his paycheck to a QuickHit slot machine. Hunter started his career as an intern at Tom’s Guide back in 2019 while in college. He graduated from Long Island University Post with a degree in Communications and minor in Advertising. He has been vlogging ever since the iPhone 4 took front-facing cameras mainstream.
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Android 15 has a cool trick to save my 'storage full' 128GB Pixel
128GB of storage is barely forgivable these days on a high-end flagship, but Google keeps releasing Pixel phones with that base level. The Pixel 9 series, for example, can do 8K video upscaling, save a Gemini Nano model locally for faster AI computations, and costs at least $799 while still offering you a base 128GB storage tier. That feels unfair to me.
But Android 15 has a trick up its sleeve that can help mitigate the dreaded “storage full” notification that keeps popping up on my Pixel phones. It’s called “app archiving,” and it works as a temporary band-aid to clear some storage while I figure out exactly what I need to erase from my phone.
How I use app archiving on Android 15
Archiving an app on Android 15 takes the app off my phone without affecting any of its data. Essentially, it hibernates the app on my Google account until I’m ready to install it again. And once I do that, the app is back with all of my data. If I was signed into an account, I would still be signed in; if I had changed any settings, they’d still be changed. This is so much better than uninstalling an app and then reinstalling it from scratch when needed.
So when my Pixel phone hits 95% storage, I just take a quick look at my apps and figure out which ones I don’t immediately need. Then, I go in and start archiving them to free up my phone’s local storage. Maybe I’m not traveling anytime soon, so my travel apps can go off my phone. Or maybe I can live without Instagram and its space-hogging app for a few days. I could sacrifice either Pocket Casts or Spotify and only use one audio app for a couple of days. Or, don’t tell my boss, but Slack can take a break for a couple of days, too.
App archiving is a real boon if you take a lot of photos and videos like I do, save some music or podcasts for offline use, and end up hitting the storage full notification all too often. Especially when that notification pops up at an inopportune time and I don’t want to think about what I should delete or not right away.
Basically, this allows me a short respite so I can keep using my phone for a bit longer and take my time later to figure out what kind of media, cache, or data I can take off permanently to reduce my storage usage. (Pro tip: What I often end up doing is going through my videos in Google Photos and hitting Delete from device to remove the largest ones from the phone but keep them in my Photos account.)
Better yet, I can do some preemptive work and set several apps to automatically archive whenever my phone’s storage runs low, so I don’t have to think about this on the spot. Here’s how everything works.
How to manually archive an app on Android 15
- Tap and hold on an app’s icon on your home screen or your app drawer.
- Tap the info icon (i inside a circle) on the top left of the pop-up.
- Choose Archive.
How to automatically archive some apps when storage is low
- On the home screen or in the app drawer, tap and hold on the icon of the app that you want to automatically archive.
- Tap the info icon (i inside a circle) on the top left of the pop-up.
- Turn on Manage app if unused.
- Repeat this for every app you want to automatically archive.
This makes sure that whenever your phone storage is near full, it will automatically go through these apps and archive them for you, so you don’t have to manually remember to do it.
How to unarchive an app on Android 15
The app icon remains in your app drawer but with a cloud download overlay. Just tap that, and the app will restore to its previous state.
Don’t have Android 15? There’s still a way to archive apps
If you haven’t received Android 15 on your Pixel or if you don’t have a Pixel, then there’s still a way to use app archiving. The fact is that this is more of a Google Play Store feature than an Android feature and has been available through the Play Store for a while. However, you don’t have granular control there; it’s an all-or-nothing affair and you trust Google to choose your least used apps to automatically archive them when your storage runs low.
- Open the Google Play Store.
- Tap your account avatar on the top right.
- Go to Settings.
- Tap General.
- Turn on Automatically archive apps.
To see which apps have been archived, you can do this:
- Tap your account avatar on the top right in the Play Store.
- Go to Manage apps & device.
- Tap the second Manage tab.
- Scroll through the selection chips to reveal Archived.
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Booster Therapeutics, a Berlin-based biotech startup, has emerged from stealth with a $15 million seed financing led by Apollo Health Ventures and Novo Holdings. The company is developing a novel class of small molecule therapies built around 20S proteasome activation – key components of the cellular machinery responsible for degrading damaged and misfolded proteins. This approach could offer new treatments for neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s, where the accumulation of harmful proteins plays a central role in disease progression.
A couple of months back, we wondered if tau protein represented the future of Alzheimer’s treatment after Novo Holdings led Asceneuron’s $100 million series C round, and now the fund has invested in another company showing great promise for treating neurodegenerative diseases, but with what seems to be a wider scope.
“Booster’s differentiated approach to clearing damaged proteins was unlike any other approaches we had seen within the protein degradation space. That, together with their data, convinced us,” said Joao Ribas, the investor in charge of Booster Therapeutics at Novo Holdings.
With an initial focus on neurodegenerative diseases and support from Apollo Health Ventures and Novo, Booster Therapeutics launches with solid foundations. Let’s take a closer look into its proteasomes targeting approach.
Booster Therapeutics’s 20S proteasome activation to tackle neurodegenerative diseases
Booster Therapeutics is pioneering a new class of medicines focused on activating the 20S proteasome, part of the cell’s natural quality control system responsible for clearing damaged, misfolded, or aggregated proteins. This strategy is particularly important for diseases where multiple proteinopathies – conditions caused by the accumulation of malfunctioning proteins – are present simultaneously, as seen in neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s.
“We’re starting in neurodegenerative diseases, such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s. We know that proteasome dysfunction is present in these diseases, and multiple pathways are going wrong, so we believe there’s a strong case for a broader-spectrum approach such as proteasome activation,” said Diogo Feleciano, Booster’s co-founder and chief scientific officer (CSO).
Feleciano’s experience in neurodegeneration research raised his awareness of why single-target approaches were failing in diseases such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s. “It seemed clear that part of the problem is that these are complex diseases with many things going wrong, and it was frustrating to see drug development constantly cherry-picking at the causes. This is probably part of what motivated me to pursue a broader approach with a company like Booster.”
But how does it work and what makes 20S proteasome activation relevant? “20S proteasomes clear a wide variety of – let’s say ‘unhealthy’ – proteins from cells. Many complex diseases involve several proteinopathies at once. Proteasome activation might be a way to more thoroughly address these complex diseases instead of trying to target just one protein at a time,” explained Feleciano.
Unlike conventional protein degradation therapies such as PROTACs (proteolysis-targeting chimeras), which tag individual proteins for degradation by the 26S proteasome, Booster’s approach is broader. PROTACS and other targeted protein degraders use ubiquitin, a protein, to tag proteins that are damaged, misfolded, or no longer needed by the cell for degradation.
“With our approach, we’re going after deviant proteins more broadly – damaged, misfolded, aggregated – whatever form of issue that healthy 20S proteasomes normally address in a ubiquitin-independent manner. This gives us a much wider potential reach in terms of diseases. We can target diseases that are derived from multiple misfolded or ‘unhealthy’ proteins accumulating at once,” explained Feleciano
And it seems that this approach could be even broader and expanded beyond neurodegenerative diseases.
20S proteasome activation beyond neurodegenerative diseases
The versatility of Booster’s proteasome activation was also a key element in Novo’s commitment to the company. “Booster’s approach is ideal for complex proteinopathies. There is a strong focus on neurodegenerative diseases but also potential to expand further,” confirmed Ribas.
Feleciano is conscious of the broad potential of the company’s approach but wants to build the pipeline without rushing things. “We aim to build a multi-indication pipeline. Beyond the initial indications, complex proteinopathies are present in a range of disease areas, such as cardiometabolic, but they’re not a current priority for our pipeline. We plan to broaden our pipeline as the company grows.”
In addition to cardiometabolic disorders that Feleciano pointed out, proteasome activation could potentially benefit oncology and other complex diseases where protein misfolding and aggregation are significant factors.
For instance, in oncology, misfolded proteins and defective protein degradation mechanisms contribute to tumor growth and cancer progression. While proteasome inhibitors like bortezomib are already used in cancer therapy, activating the 20S proteasome could represent a complementary strategy to improve the degradation of tumor-related proteins and enhance the effectiveness of cancer treatments.
Similarly, in cardiometabolic disorders, such as heart disease and diabetes, abnormal protein aggregation has been identified as a contributing factor. In type 2 diabetes, amyloid fibrils derived from the misfolded islet amyloid polypeptide (IAPP) accumulate in pancreatic beta cells, contributing to disease progression. Booster’s 20S proteasome activators, by promoting the clearance of these misfolded proteins, could provide a novel therapeutic strategy in these areas as well.
The possibilities are numerous for 20S proteasome activation but it is still very early in Booster’s journey to risk forecasting the future. Will Booster’s technology succeed in treating neurodegenerative diseases and other proteinopathies? Only time will tell.
Although the technology is new, Booster’s CSO noted the regulatory framework is already well established and shouldn’t be an obstacle going forward. “Our mechanism is novel, but the actual development and regulatory processes around small molecule development and CMC (chemistry, manufacturing, and controls) are well characterized and understood now. Other than what we see as a strong baseline translatability, we’re obviously going to stay in close contact with regulatory agencies about what they want to see specifically around our mechanism, and how we demonstrate that for them.”
An increasingly diverse landscape for neurodegenerative diseases
In July, when we took a closer look at Asceneuron’s tau-targeting approach to treating Alzheimer’s disease, we noted that the landscape was highly dominated by amyloid-beta plaques-focused therapies.
Lately, it seems that new approaches are bringing a breath of fresh air to neurodegenerative disease treatment and Booster’s proteasome activation is definitely part of this transition, and so is Novo. “Overall, there is a high level of unmet need in multiple neurodegenerative diseases, and we will keep monitoring the space looking for differentiated approaches that can tackle the different aspects of the biology of each therapeutic indication,” said Ribas.
We will follow Ribas’ lead and also keep an eye on the field as it looks to be catching a second wind and Booster is well-positioned to capitalize on this resurgence.
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Richard Garfield’s both a fan of a well-rounded game night and a contributor to many, from Magic: The Gathering tournaments to friendly competitions of Ghooost! around the dinner table. With the help of Jeopardy!‘s Ken Jennings, Garfield began cracking the code on trivia games with 2020’s Half Truth.
The duo has continued their creative partnership in Half Truth: Second Guess, recently launching a Kickstarter campaign for the flagship game’s stand-alone sequel. Check out our below discussion with Garfield about developing a sequel to the hit party game, the art of crafting more engaging and inclusive trivia nights, and his unexpected Trivial Pursuit nemesis.
The Escapist: First, congratulations on the Kickstarter launch of Half Truth: Second Guess.
Was a potential sequel to Half Truth something that was always in the cards for the game? And what do those early decision-making stages of developing a game sequel look like? For instance, how did you settle on a standalone and cross-compatible follow-up to Half Truth versus an expansion pack?
Richard Garfield: There was always a sequel in mind— after all, there were enough cards for about 20 games in the original, so we needed to provide players with more cards. The big questions was what form would that sequel be? Early on, we knew we wanted it to be stand-alone, so players could get Second Guess without getting the original first. Since it was stand-alone, we had the opportunity to add some other modes of play— team play, a fast version, and capability of handling additional players.
One thing that became clear as we worked on the expansion was how much consistently better the questions were—the best questions of Half Truth can hang with Second Guess—but there were a lot more marginal questions in Half Truth. This is, I think, because as a group we learned what made a good Half Truth-style question. We began to think of each question as a little game the designer was playing with the players, and I think we got a lot of mileage out of that view.
You collaborated on Half Truth with Jeopardy!’s Ken Jennings, and have spoken about how his autobiography Brainiac inspired the game. How did his book challenge your preconceived notions about trivia?
It is hard to overstate the impact. His book really is directly responsible for Half Truth existing. I have a policy, in games, of looking at existing games which don’t do much for me and learning what the audience likes in them. Typically, this teaches me as well how to like those games, which I find rewarding. At the very least, though, it gives me some additional tools to design games with. After reading Ken’s book, I realized that I had not given any serious thought to trivia and he had done all the hard work for me of teaching me what there was to love about trivia.
The most important preconceived notion that was debunked for me was that trivia was just for hardcore trivia enthusiasts. Most of my trivia evenings had been dominated by the sort of folk who memorized baseball statistics. After I read that he considered trivia intrinsically broad, and a celebration of everyone’s unique cache of knowledge, I reevaluated my experiences and realized that my most memorable moments were when a quiet player who never won pulled out a fact that no one at the table knew. I began to think about how to make a game which would bring that out and make it as central to the game as possible. I still wanted the trivia nerds to generally win, but not all the time and not by a landslide.
One central thesis you and Jennings both drove home with Half Truth was wanting to develop a trivia game that made people feel smart. What trends in other popular trivia games did you borrow and which ones did you try to avoid in achieving this goal?
I defined my design first in terms of Trivial Pursuit and what I wanted to do differently. I admired, and still admire Trivial Pursuit for many things it did for the game world and trivia specifically, but a lot of my misconceptions about trivia competitions came from that game as well. I wanted to make a game where players got to play every question. There’s little as frustrating as sitting around for an evening and when there is that one question you can answer that no one else at the table can, it isn’t your turn. Just being able to answer that one question could make up for a lot of time lost at trivia sea. Also, I didn’t want players to have to struggle finding answers, so I made the bold move to make all the questions multiple-choice. I wasn’t sure whether that would feel too limiting or get the same highs one got in “fill in the blank” trivia, but I really didn’t want to put those quiet players on the spot with questions they had no clue about. It turned out, by making the trivia multiple choice there was a lot of potential to give questions people used other tools to solve, like deduction, and intuition, and very general knowledge.
As far as more positive influences, I can’t think of any, but generally, I play everything I can, and some things get synthesized into my overall design. The game was actually designed a long time ago. Braniac was published in 2006, so I’m guessing I had the basic framework designed in 2007. I admired the game Wits and Wagers, which was going about solving the issues that I was trying to solve in a different way by allowing the players who didn’t know an answer to bet on other players’ answers. I can’t remember when I first played that game, but I did recognize it as making trivia more egalitarian.
My dad is a trivia fiend, and as a result, I grew up believing that the coolest thing you could be as an adult was good at Trivial Pursuit. But when my dad finally let me play it with him, it all went over my head. How does an ages 12+ game like Half Truth bridge that generational divide that often exists in trivia games, both in terms of mechanics and content?
We want to allow players to use the trivia they know. One can limit oneself to more timeless trivia, like historical events and classic literature. However, it is a cost to not include things which are at risk of expiring. To make the game as fun as possible now, there will be some questions that age poorly. Ken was knowledgeable in this area and helped manage this ratio to be in a good place and helped frame this issue in a way where we appreciated the cost, but sometimes, the questions were good enough to be worth the risk.
There is a second answer, though, which is more subtle and has to do in particular with the way questions are done in Half Truth. It is often possible to make them somewhat timeless, simply because as multiple choices, the players are never without an answer, and there are so many ways to put hooks into your question that give you something.
I’ll give you an example. My arch nemesis in Trivial Pursuit was Sky King. I had never heard of the TV show and it seemed like it, or something about it, busted me in every game. In fact, until this moment I thought it was a radio show. In Half Truth we might make a question:
Which of these are TV shows from the 50s?
- Sky King
- Destination Moon
- The Calculus Affair
- The Blue Lotus
- Bonanza
- The Untouchables
So, this question is one that is marginal for me, and for my kids, they would be clueless (I think). I would recognize Bonanza and The Untouchables— let’s assume I don’t recognize Sky King. Even with that recognition, though, I am not certain, because I am not sure those shows were of the 50s— they might have been later. This is where the aspect of ‘playing a game with the designer’ comes in. Maybe I should risk both or maybe it’s a trick.
Meanwhile, my kids might look at it and gamble on one, but it wouldn’t be a completely random guess. Maybe they think Calculus Affair seems weird so they cross it off. Maybe Bonanza sounds old-timey, so they use that. Or, maybe they saw The Untouchables movie, and figure there was a TV show. Or… maybe they figure the 50s would have a Destination Moon show. The important thing is, there are still things to think about and they can feel agency in answering, even if it is not as much agency as an older player.
Finally, one of my kids might notice that Destination Moon, The Calculus Affair, and The Blue Lotus are all Tintin books, and bam! They can answer AEF and get 100% without knowing any of the shows from the 50s.
Now, I know Brainiac was not the only instance in which your recreational reading blossomed into an eventual board game. Founders of Reyvick comes to mind, inspired by the economic theories found in Radical Markets. Is there something particularly satisfying about translating the concepts you find on a page into tactile experiences?
Yes, there is something satisfying about reading something then exploring it with a game. Games, in particular, are great at helping you understand something about complex systems.
I have often been asked about what an aspiring designer should study, and they are sometimes surprised when I don’t say math. I always say math and writing are both useful, but really anything that interests you is useful for games. All subjects are useful for an aspiring writer; they are also useful for an aspiring game designer.
What are some other outlets you’ve found unlikely game design inspiration in outside of your bookshelf?
Monstrolicious, originally published as Pecking Order, was inspired by watching birds tussle for the best perches on a pier.
The Hunger was inspired by the phrase “Fat Dracula,” which came up in a trivia game we were playing. It sounded great and suggested the mechanics that ended up in The Hunger.
King of Tokyo was inspired by an exercise of trying to make Yahtzee more interactive and flavorful.
Founders of Reyvick and Half Truth occupy two vastly different ends of the “Game Night” spectrum. Has someone who’s often expressed an all-encompassing passion for gaming, how does it feel to contribute such a variety of titles to the medium?
I do take some pleasure in exploring varied game forms, and it is satisfying when others find value in that. I think it is a natural outcome of my omnivorous attitude toward games, and it is one I encourage others in as much as possible. There are many folks who have fallen in love with Magic and that is their main hobby, and it is nice to have brought them into games. But it is much more rewarding when that is a gateway to games in general, rather than Magic, specifically
Do you think the way Magic: The Gathering has evolved over the years reflects the larger trends in the tabletop space or is Magic somewhat a beast of its own?
It is hard to say, really. As a mature game, the designers have cleaned up a lot of the mechanics and simplified some things, and have gotten quite good at having a complete idea in mind when a set is published (in contrast with my design in which I wanted tools to be given to the players often without a precise idea of how they would be used). This streamlining does reflect the trends in tabletop space, but it is unclear to me whether they are both being driven by the same forces or whether Magic is being influenced by tabletop game standards.
I understand you’ve become more hands-off with Magic: The Gathering over the years, but is there anything specific you hope to see in the game’s future?
I stepped back from Magic very early on, acting as a consultant at first and eventually an occasional designer. It has been about 10 years since my last design, so I am pretty out of touch. It is something I would like to do again eventually, it is a great pleasure to design for a game where players and designers know quickly when something works and when it doesn’t. However, any design with Magic would inevitably take me from my other projects, of which I have no end in sight.
What I hope to see most of all is that Wizards acts as a responsible steward for Magic and that it continues to be played as it has in the past. I hope they can balance the wide range of interests in the game, the casual and the serious, the folks who want to buy a little and have some fun, and the folks who want it to be their hobby. Generally, they have moved in the right direction, and corrected missteps; the design of Magic and the community have been forgiving when there has been a necessary correction.
While promoting the first installment of Half Truth, Ken Jennings described trivia as his church. Would it be fair to say that games are your church?
Yes, perhaps I will use that!
And what games have been in your frequent game night rotation lately?
Magical Athlete, Quadradius, Innovation, and Dungeon World.
Quadradius is a digital game that is very much like a board game. If you check it out, bring a friend or be prepared to wait since the community is small.
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Israel’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) unexpectedly fell 0.2% in September, while analysts had predicted it would remain unchanged. In the twelve months to the end of September 2024, the rate of inflation has fallen slightly to 3.5% from 3.4% at the end of August, according to figures released by the Central Bureau of Statistics today. Thus inflation still remains well above the Bank of Israel's annual target range upper limit of 3%.
Prominent price declines in September included transport, which fell 2.6%, culture and entertainment, which fell 1.3%, clothing and footwear, which fell 1.2%, and fresh fruit, which fell 1.1%.
Prominent price rises in September included fresh vegetables, which rose 6.7%, education services, which rose 1.3%, and home furnishing and equipment, which rose 0.6%.
The Central Bureau of Statistics has also published the change in home prices (which are not part of the general CPI) between June-July 2024 and July-August 2024. On average, prices rose 0.3%. This was the ninth consecutive month that prices have risen, after many months of declines before that. In the breakdown by region, prices fell by 0.5% in Jerusalem, but rose 0.4% in the north, rose by 1.6% in Haifa, 0.4% in the center, and 0.1% in Tel Aviv, and by 0.3% in the south. Prices of new apartments rose 1.3%.
In the comparison between July-August 2024 and July-August 2023, the index of housing prices rose 6.3%. In the breakdown by region, prices rose by 10.2% in Haifa, 8.8% in the central region, 6.3% in the north, 5.7% in the south, 5.1% in Jerusalem, and 3.3% in Tel Aviv. Prices of new apartments have risen by 3.2% over the past year.
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(MENAFN- IANS) Guwahati, Oct 15 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday announced that the Nabagraha temple in Guwahati will witness a major transformation with the state government planning to spend more than Rs 12 crores in upgrading the existing structures of the temple.
Known as Nabagraha Devalaya, one of the most revered temples in the city generally attracts a good number of devotees every day.
Sarma asserted that the amenities will be developed so that the devotees will experience better convenience while visiting the holy place. He also mentioned that the true character of the temple will be more properly maintained through the transformation plan.
Taking to X, the Chief Minister wrote,“The Nabagraha Devalaya in Guwahati is all set for a transformation with a ₹12+cr plan to upgrade existing facilities and develop new ones. Amenities will be developed to ensure convenience for the devotees and to maintain the true character of the holy place.”
The state government has been emphasising the transformation plans of temples.
The 18th-century Rudreswar temple of Lord Shiva in Guwahati will be converted into a heritage centre that will boost tourism, Sarma had said earlier.
He said that the Rudreswar Devalaya, built in 1749, is dedicated to Mahadev. Built by Ahom king Pramatta Singha in memory of his father Rudra Singha, it has a rich architectural heritage.
He mentioned that the comprehensive restoration plan led by the Directorate of Archaeology aims to transform the site into a centre for heritage tourism. The state government has fixed a budget of Rs. 2.33 crore which includes the reconstruction of boundary walls, gates, and new signage. Moreover, public amenities, seating, drainage, and landscaping will be developed.
Meanwhile, for documentation and conservation, 3D laser scanning and full-site
documentation will be done along with the restoration of ancient brick structures and ramparts using traditional techniques.
Additionally, chemical cleaning, pathway reconstruction, and replacement of wooden elements will also be carried out in the temple site, the Chief Minister mentioned.
Notably, the state government has undertaken the construction of a ropeway at the Kamakhya temple atop Nilachal Hills in Guwahati.
Chief Minister Sarma earlier claimed that his administration is striving toward a "new horizon” for the Kamakhya temple where a large number of devotees across the world visit this place.
An extensive study has already been conducted by the state government to run the ropeway service from Kamakhya railway station to the temple.
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Why children kill their parents?
It’s been a year since 13-year-old, Derek Rosa confessed to killing his mother Irina Garcia inside their Hialeah apartment, by brutally stabbing her more than 40 times.
The now 14-year-old, is facing murder in the first degree and is being tried as an adult.
Rosa, whose pleaded not guilty, spends long hours alone in a cell inside the Miami-Dade County jail, awaiting trial. His biological father and grandmother, the victim’s mother, have attended most of his hearings and tried to stay emotionally strong while supporting the alleged killer.
Despite the abundance of details that have been revealed through public records, it’s still not clear why Rosa killed his mother. It’s also unclear why the teen didn’t also kill his newborn baby sister, who was in the crib.
Killing Mom With An Axe
More than 300 miles north of Hialeah, there is small town named Inverness. This is where in 2019 another teen by the name of Carlos Hallowell killed his mother, Denise Hallowell.
Records obtained by NBC6 show then 17-year-old Hallowell, “waited until she slept, all the while in his room, he quietly sharpened an axe.”
Hallowell entered his mother’s room and struck her skull with the sharpened tool. Denise, a special education teacher, was brutally murdered inside her bedroom by her son she adopted in Guatemala when he was only four years old.
The teen called 911 to report the death. He also ripped the security cameras from inside the home, took the victims phone, and dumped them at the lake behind the home to avoid from getting caught. Initially he denied being the killer, but police later caught up to his lies and found enough evidence to charge him.
Hallowell was tried as an adult and convicted on first degree murder. He was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. The now 22-year-old, in an exclusive interview with NBC6 from inside the prison, confessed his crime, but hopes his sentence is vacated or gets a new trial.
Hallowell claims he deserves a new trial because his defense attorneys didn’t do enough. He hopes to one day get a shorter sentence and start a new life outside of a cell.
Why Did Carlos Hallowell Kill His Mother?
In an interview with NBC6 Hallowell shared his lifelong trauma forced him to kill the only family member he had.
The killer claims his mom was abusive from an early age.
In 2015, Denise was in fact arrested for allegedly abusing a second child named Angel, she adopted from Honduras.
The educator was fuming as her mugshot spread online. On her Facebook page Denise expressed her anger by posting, “beware of small-town law enforcement and media. They lie.”
According to Hallowell, his mother would hit Angel, make him clean the bathroom naked, and get locked in his room.
However, the following year, the abuse related charges were dropped. Prosecutors claimed there wasn’t enough evidence to prove guilty. Angel was removed from the home. Carlos got supervised visits and stayed close.
“I wasn't exactly the model child,” Hallowell told NBC6.
At an early age, Hallowell started abusing drugs like Xanax and Morphine and hung out with people his mother worried about.
Denise installed cameras to monitor her now only son. The same cameras Hallowell got rid of after the killing.
On top of arguing about his friends and his substance abuse, Hallowell says his mother wanted him to have a stable career and live the life she wanted him to live.
“Just thinking about everything that was going on in my life, I've tried three times to kill myself. I guess this time I snapped and decided something else,” said Hallowell.
Parricide: The act of killing a parent. The axe murder.
What describes a parricide offender?
Parricide is described as the act of killing your parent or parents.
Dr. Kathleen Heidi, distinguished university professor at the University of South Florida has devoted her research to try and find the truth behind parricides. Dr. Heidi has sat down with more than 50 parricide offenders, including Hallowell.
Dr. Heidi breaks down parricide offenders into four types. The most common, the severely abused offender killing out of terror or in desperation. The severely mentally ill offender. The dangerously anti-social offender, killing for selfish reasons such as the parent becomes an obstacle for what they want like money of freedom. Lastly, the enraged offender which could be fueled by alcohol or drugs.
“After 12, 13, 14 years of the same thing over and over and over again and you being told you're worthless, you're not worth it,” said Hallowell when explaining why he killed his mother.
Dr. Heidi could not comment on Hallowell’s case, however during his trial she described him as a “bright, multitalented young man” who could be rehabilitated but “it’s going to depend on Carlos.”
However, during trial the presiding judge and prosecutors did not see a future for Hallowell outside of a cell.
A state medical doctor diagnosed the killer with an antisocial personality disorder and stated he carried 16 out of 20 indicators for a psychopath.
One doctor described Hallowell as “disarming but extremely dangerous.”
Hallowell’s case is now considered reopened in the Florida court system.
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Analysis: Spats, shoves, snubs and snapbacks have ruled the NFL sidelines in 2024
Some of the NFL’s biggest moments of late have come not on the field but the sideline.
Spats. Shoves. Snubs. Snapbacks.
It started with Aaron Rodgers refusing a bro hug from Robert Saleh after a touchdown in September before things went sour at the the New York Jets training center.
Two instigators who raised eyebrows in Week 6 quickly backtracked with Maxx Crosby denying his two-handed shove to the chest of an assistant Raiders coach was out of malice and Eagles coach Nick Sirianni apologizing for taunting his own fanbase at the Linc following a narrow win over the Browns.
Jerry Jones had a very unhappy 82nd birthday watching his Cowboys’ fourth straight home loss, a 47-9 thrashing from the Detroit Lions. But Jones said after the worst home loss since he bought the team in 1989 that he’s not considering dumping coach Mike McCarthy like Woody Johnson canned Saleh five days earlier.
Dallas’ home skid includes lopsided losses to the Packers in the playoffs and the Saints this season along with a 28-25 loss to the Ravens after falling behind 28-6.
So, Saleh’s stunningly early pink slip heading into Week 6 with the Jets just one game out of first place in the AFC East didn’t lead to any copycats like so many other things in NFL do — at least not right away.
Rodgers and Saleh made light of their awkward moment in the aftermath of their rout of the Patriots, but the laugh track ended following two subsequent ugly offensive performances in back-to-back losses and Saleh was shown the exit as he was preparing the Jets for their showdown against the Bills on Monday night.
Rodgers insisted he played no role in Saleh’s firing, which came as Saleh was reportedly considering stripping Nathaniel Hackett of his offensive play-calling duties, something Jeff Ulbrich did in his first major move as interim head coach on Thursday.
Ulbrich replaced Hackett with Todd Downing, the Jets’ passing game coordinator and quarterbacks coach. Hackett — who is close to Rodgers from their time together in Green Bay — chose to remain with the team and retained his offensive coordinator title.
Rodgers, who nearly had his first 300-yard passing game since 2021 in New York’s 23-20 loss to Buffalo on Monday night that dropped them to 2-4, said during the week that he takes a lot of the blame for the team’s struggles and feels some responsibility for the changes because he hasn’t played up to his standard.
Rodgers, by the way, levied some serious criticism at the officials Monday night for throwing 22 combined flags for 204 penalty yards: “It seemed a little ridiculous. Some of them seemed really bad. Including the roughing passer on me. That’s not roughing the passer.”
Sirianni apologized Monday for gesturing and jawing at fans in the final moments of a win during which restless fans booed a listless performance and “Fire Nick!” chants permeated pockets at Lincoln Financial Field. After the team’s fourth win in its last dozen tries, Sirianni defended his antics, saying he was simply “excited” to get a victory. He added the Eagles “don’t necessarily like it” when fans boo at home games.
Sirianni struck a conciliatory tone for his behavior a day later after his boorish behavior was ripped by fans and media.
“I was trying to bring energy yesterday. Energy, enthusiasm,” Sirianni said Monday. “I’m sorry and disappointed at how my energy was directed at the end of the game. My energy should be all in on coaching, motivating and celebrating with our guys.”
The Raiders have been the among the league leaders in drama this season with Devante Adams’ trade request, a quarterback shuffling and now their superstar Crosby shoving Mike Caldwell, the Raiders’ run game coordinator and linebackers coach, during the Raiders’ 32-13 loss to the Steelers.
Crosby called it a “love push” in a post on X, and also addressed the situation at his locker with reporters after the game, saying, “Mike Caldwell is a great dude. We have a great relationship, and we do that all the time. … That’s how we play football. We’re grown men. We’re alpha males. We don’t greet each other the same.
“So … like he was just hyping me up and I hyped him up like, ‘Let’s go!’ We’re down, but it just showed that we’re not quitting. And so that was literally all it was,” Crosby added. “… The camera, they made it look bad. It looked like I was throwing him out the club but that was not what happened at all.”
A week earlier, the Raiders lost in Denver, where Bo Nix clapped back at coach Sean Payton, who laid into his rookie quarterback as he retreated to the sideline following an off-script incompletion in the end zone.
Payton called his passionate reaction “my love language,” and added that Nix still has “some Ferris Bueller in him,” a babyboomer jab that made a lot more sense Sunday when the Broncos offense took much of the day off in their loss to the Chargers, falling behind 23-0 in the fourth quarter. At halftime. Nix had just three completions for 22 yards, plus an interception that safety Elijah Molden returned 25 yards.
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With contributions from AP Pro Football Writer Dennis Waszak Jr., and AP Sports Writer Dan Gelston.
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In the Rio Grande Valley, which includes parts of South Texas and Northern Mexico, immigration and border security can be divisive issues. But in McAllen, Texas, hockey has helped unite children from both countries despite lacking an ice rink.
RGV Roller, a nonprofit roller and floor hockey organization in McAllen, has worked to keep the sport alive in the area since it was founded in 2019. The Dallas Stars recognized the organization on Oct. 12, inviting 22 players ages 12-15 to their home opener against the New York Islanders.
The roller players received ice skates from Pure Hockey, attended a clinic, had an on-ice experience, collected player autographs and watched the Stars beat the Islanders 3-0.
“It was incredible. They were loving it,” said Nate Mata, RGV Roller co-founder. “For most of them, they had never skated before on the ice. We don’t even have an ice rink in our area anymore.”
The Rio Grande Valley is more than 90 percent Hispanic, so it was fitting that the “RGV Roller/Dallas Stars Youth Hockey Experience” took place during Hispanic Heritage Month.
“We really have a strong connection,” said Mata, noting that Mexican children and their parents cross the border each week to play in roller leagues. “It’s really cool. You hear a lot of negative things about the border. I’m just really proud and happy to be a part of something that crosses … the border and crosses cultural barriers.
“We just want everyone to play. We’re all kind of one big family on both sides of the border. That’s really, really special.”
McAllen’s ice rink closed during the COVID-19 pandemic, so keeping hockey afloat in the area has been difficult. The nearest ice surface is four hours away in San Antonio.
RGV Roller provides an accessible gateway to the sport with its youth and adult leagues, travel team and clinics.
“I’m just trying to give these kids what I wish was there when I was younger, and I think we’re doing a good job,” said Mata, a recipient of the Herbert Carnegie Trailblazer Award, which honors unsung heroes in the hockey world. “It’s fun. The kids are having a blast doing it. It’s low cost.
“I think this really is a way to grow the game at an affordable level. It is going to lead kids to ice hockey. It feels just like the natural progression.”
Affordability is vital in an area where 34 percent of families fall below the poverty line. RGV Roller began with 35 youth players in 2022, the first year of league play. That number has more than doubled.
“Our numbers continue to grow because we’re trying to expand programs,” Mata said. “It’s impressive how many kids have stuck around and really, really love the game. These are kids who have no knowledge of hockey. We just want to keep growing the league.”
McAllen might seem light years away from Dallas, but the Stars welcomed the Roller players with open arms after driving more than 500 miles to get to American Airlines Cetner.
“It felt like a dream,” said Al Montoya, the Stars’ vice president of cultural growth and strategy. “It was an awesome experience. I know it’s one I’ll never forget.”
According to Montoya, the Stars have worked with RGV Roller since the organization’s inception, and this was the first time that the team hosted the organization.
Montoya clearly relished the moment when the players received their new ice skates.
“You could just see their faces,” Montoya recalled. “It was like Christmas morning every time you were unwrapping a gift. They couldn’t hold back.”
Seeing those smiling faces was especially satisfying for Montoya, as his love for the sport started while playing roller hockey as a kid.
The connection between this event and Hispanic Heritage Month wasn’t lost on Montoya.
“I think that’s just the cherry on top, right?” he said. “In our cultural growth and strategy, it’s connecting with the community on a consistent basis. We’re constantly engaging with groups that represent our community.”
With a strong first event hosting RGV Roller, Montoya plans for the relationship between the Stars and the organization to carry on for years to come.
“We would love to grow and build on it,” Montoya said. “Our team motto is ‘One state, one team.’ You’re part of our family. I know they felt that this weekend.”
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Despite driving rain, around 100 members of the Dartmouth College community gathered on the Green on Monday to recognize Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
The event was organized by the Native Americans at Dartmouth group, with the theme “Indigenous Voices.” Students shared poetry, spoken word and personal stories.
Co-president of Native Americans at Dartmouth Emma Tsosie, who is Picuris Pueblo and Diné, helped put together the event. They said “Indigenous voices” started as soon as the day did.
Indigenous students gathered on the Green just after midnight to welcome Indigenous Peoples’ Day with drumming and greetings in their respective languages.
"A big theme generally, like every year, has been just asserting our presence on campus,” Tsosie said. “And I think being literally heard is a big part of that."
Sydney Hoose, also a co-president, who is Pawnee, Chickasaw and a member of the Cherokee Nation, said more events are coming up this month to explore Indigenous heritage, including a sit-down chat with the chair of the Department of Native American and Indigenous Studies.
“[The talk is] to kind of encourage conversation between Native students here about ‘what does it mean to be Indigenous at Dartmouth and an institution like Dartmouth?’” Hoose said. “And how we kind of have our community and what that really means to us."
Chickasaw citizen and Director of the Native American Program Adria Brown was at the event supporting students. She said Dartmouth has over 200 Indigenous students who come from 80 different communities and that hearing voices from those different tribes and nations highlights the diversity within Indigenous communities.
“I think there are a lot of misrepresentations out there about what it means to be Indigenous, oftentimes filled with stereotypes or kind of broad strokes of what it means to be Indigenous,” Brown said. “And for us, and for me, it's really important for us to see the diversity of the voices.”
Many New Hampshire municipalities recognize the holiday as Indigenous Peoples’ Day, but a new state law requires cities and towns to refer to it as “Columbus Day” on official communications.
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Android 15 makes devices nearly impossible to steal — here’s what we know
More security, more peace of mind in latest Android release
The rollout of Android 15 means boosted security for both Pixel phones as well as other devices running running Android 10 and above through Google Play System updates. And boosting theft protection for Android devices takes up much of the focus of this update.
It's easy to figure out why Google would be looking to boost theft protection in Android. Having our phones stolen can be massively traumatic, especially when you consider how much data we tend to keep on our devices. It isn't unusual for people to have everything from precious photos to banking details stored on their phones. Google has been working to improve how we keep our devices safe, with an update available today (October 15) that introduces several new methods for protecting your phone, whether at the moment it's stolen or before.
Theft Detection Lock, an AI-powered feature, activates the moment your device is taken. According to Google, Theft Detection Lock taps into AI to detect when an attempted theft is happening. Specifically, the feature analyzes different signals, and if it concludes that your phone is being stolen, your screen will be automatically locked to keep out would-be thieves.
Theft Detection Lock will gradually start rolling out today, so check your theft protection settings page to see if your device is currently supported.
In addition, Google is introducing an Offline Device Lock that protects your phone if a thief tries to take it offline to extract data or avoid being taken offline via Find My Device. This feature will turn your screen off if the phone goes offline for prolonged periods.
Finally, a new remote lock feature from Google can quickly secure a stolen device. Remote Lock secures your phone, letting you secure, locate and remotely wipe your device.
Android 15 also introduces new security features designed to deter thieves by making it even harder to access apps and settings or reset the device. Changes to settings like Find My Device now require your PIN or password. Multiple failed login attempts can be flagged as a thief trying to access the phone, which will lock down the device. Finally, enhanced factory reset protections should make it harder to reset a phone without access to Google account credentials — a protective step that Google believes will make reselling your phone less valuable to thieves while also protecting your data.
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These are some big changes, with more on the way. Google says it intends to bring out an Identity check feature later this year; the opt-in feature will require biometric authentication when you try to access key device settings, cuh as changing your PIN, disabling theft protection and more.
The end result should be that anyone with one of the best Android phones should be in safer hands. Add this update to the recent revelation that the Pixel 9 is one of the most hacker-proof devices available, and it is clear that Google aims to corner the security market.
These included security features come with Android 15, which starts rolling out to Pixel phones today. Other devices should gain the updates soon.
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Josh is a staff writer for Tom's Guide and is based in the UK. He has worked for several publications but now works primarily on mobile phones. Outside of phones, he has a passion for video games, novels, and Warhammer.
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Android 15 is finally here for your Pixel device!
- Google has released the stable Android 15 update to Pixel phones.
- The new software brings a Privacy Space feature, more anti-theft protections, and app pairs.
We’ve been anticipating the stable Android 15 release for a while now, and the waiting is finally over. Google has just released the stable version of Android 15 to its Pixel devices. The new update is rolling out to the Pixel 6 series and higher, the Pixel 6a and higher, the Pixel Fold and newer, and the Pixel Tablet.
Android 15 indeed brings plenty of notable features to the table, starting with privacy and security enhancements. Perhaps the biggest addition in this regard is the Privacy Space feature, as Google finally follows in the footsteps of OEMs by letting you hide sensitive apps. This feature hides specified apps from your phone’s app list, notifications, and more. You also need to authenticate yourself again if you’d like to access Privacy Space.
Which Android 15 feature are you most excited about?
Android Authority contributor Mishaal Rahman previously detailed how Privacy Space would work. At the time, he discovered that you could use your existing screen lock or a brand-new screen lock. Either way, we’re keen to give this feature a try to see how it compares to OEM solutions.
Google recently released Theft Detection Lock functionality on Android phones, and Android 15 offers a few more protections. This includes authentication requirements for removing your SIM and disabling Find My Device.
Android 15: What else are you getting?
Android 15 also offers a couple of foldable- and tablet-specific features, namely app pair functionality and an easier way to pin the taskbar. The latter feature sees Google add a toggle to the taskbar so you can quickly pin it or make it transient.
We’re pretty excited about app pair functionality, though, as this has long been available on foldables from the likes of Microsoft and Samsung. App pairs let you save specific split-screen app combos to the home screen for easier launching. So if you frequently use WhatsApp and YouTube in a split-screen view, you can quickly launch this combo from the home screen.
Other notable features mentioned by Google include more camera controls for third-party apps, the ability for carrier messaging apps to send/receive texts via satellite, and a single tap to log in to apps that use passkeys.
Keen to get Android 15 on your device? You can check out our install guide for more details. You can also visit our Android 15 OEM hub for more details on each brand’s release plan.
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The Ministry of Defense held trials yesterday in southern Israel in which Israeli startups and veteran defense companies demonstrated technologies and systems for intercepting drones. The trials were held in the wake of the deadly Hezbollah drone attack on an IDF base near Binyamina.
The trials were attended by Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant, Minister of Science and Technology Gila Gamliel, Ministry of Defense director general Maj. Gen. (res.) Amir Baram, head of the Israeli Directorate of Defense Research & Development (DDR&D) Brig. Gen. Dr. Danny Gold.
The trials took place several weeks after Gallant instructed holding a rapid competitive process for finding interception solutions. Eight companies took part in the trials: Elbit Systems, Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), Rafael, Airobotics in cooperation with Rafael, Xtend in cooperation with Xioma and Elbit, General Robotics, Smartshooter, and US company Fortem in cooperation with Elbit.
Elbit demonstrated its Iron Hawk system with interception capabilities based on an intercepting drone. IAI displayed its Phalcon and another advanced solution designed to intercept at even greater ranges. Rafael presented its Typhoon 30 millimeter weapon system remotely controlled to intercept a range of aerial threats, which is expected to enable long range interception capabilities and integrate into the defense concept of strategic sites.
Airobotics in collaboration with Rafael presented an advanced system developed with multi-use capabilities to intercept drones. Xtend in collaboration with Xioma and Elbit displayed a system for intercepting advanced technology drones, and General Robotics presented Pitball, for intercepting medium range projectiles. Smartshooter presented a unique development, which allows accurate targeting of a wide range of interception and threats, and Fortem, in collaboration with Elbit, presented development of a network-based interceptor drone.
As part of the competition, the defense companies set out prototypes of their interception systems developed under the leadership of the DDR&D and demonstrated interception capabilities for drones at various ranges and flight altitudes. Upon completion of analysis of the results of the trials, the Ministry of Defense will select several technologies that will enter an accelerated development and production process, with the aim of deploying new operational capabilities within just months. The CEOs of the defense companies participated in the trials.
The new capabilities will enter an accelerated development process
Gallant said, "The drone threat is a multi-front threat originating in Iran, which provides drones to Lebanon, Yemen and Iraq, as well as launching them itself. Against this threat, we must concentrate a national effort by all business enterprises on the issue in order to create operational solutions on a short time scale."
Gold added, "On the instruction of the Minister of Defense and the Director General of the Ministry of Defense, together with the IDF we formulated an operational architecture, which includes layers of detection, tracking and interception. Any technology that matures is added to the array. In the series of trials, we have accomplished significant achievements in promoting new capabilities to intercept drones, which will now enter an accelerated development process."
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ACS ensures fair and accurate diet quality measurement by adapting the widely-used Healthy Eating index (HEI) to diverse dietary patterns.
The ACS innovation should prove a very useful tool, with potentially important implications for diet-related health outcomes in multicultural populations.” - Christopher Gardner, PhD
DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2024 /EINPresswire / -- Diet IDTM , a subsidiary of food-as-medicine company, Tangelo , has extended its innovations in the dietary measurement and management space with the introduction of Adaptive Component Scoring (ACS), a new methodology designed to provide a more accurate and inclusive measure of diet quality in multicultural populations.
ACS adapts the widely-used Healthy Eating Index (HEI) to accommodate diverse dietary patterns found in multicultural populations, preserving the integrity of the original HEI scoring system while allowing for parity in scoring across patterns that include, or exclude, select food groups.
While there are alternatives to the robustly validated HEI, and some accommodate food group exclusions, none until now has been adaptive, responding to variation in dietary components.
The Healthy Eating Index (HEI) is one of the most robust tools for evaluating diet quality in the U.S. and has been linked to significant health outcomes, including chronic disease risk, longevity, and overall mortality. As measured with the HEI, diet quality is the single leading predictor of both premature mortality and chronic morbidity in the United States today.
However, because the HEI is closely aligned with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, it does not always reflect the cultural and nutritional diversity of modern dietary practices.
Diets that exclude discretionary food groups such as dairy or grains-common in many traditional Asian, vegan, and Paleo diets-can receive lower HEI scores, even when those diets are nutrient-dense, time-honored, and associated with optimal health outcomes. As an example, among the world's famously vital and long-lived Blue Zones populations is Okinawa, Japan, with a dietary pattern that traditionally omits dairy.
ACS provides a more inclusive solution by adjusting the HEI to fairly score dietary patterns that omit certain food groups without penalizing those choices. ACS adjusts for the exclusion of discretionary food groups, ensuring that diet quality scores reflect the true nutritional value of diverse diets.
“ACS respects the validity and integrity of the HEI, and also respects the importance of accommodating multicultural populations in our efforts to measure and manage diet quality,” says Dr. David Katz, CEO of Diet ID and Chief Medical Officer for Tangelo.“ACS ensures that people receive full credit for high-quality diets, whether or not they include certain discretionary foods like dairy or grains.”
Adaptive Component Scoring modifies the HEI by adjusting its scoring based on whether certain food groups are part of a dietary pattern. For instance, in traditional East Asian diets where dairy is rarely consumed, ACS adapts the HEI algorithm to exclude dairy from the calculation without lowering the overall diet quality score.
The same principle applies to other diets that exclude grains, such as some variations of Paleo and low-carb diets. By doing so, ACS maintains a fair and standardized way to measure diet quality across a wide range of cultural and dietary practices.
This new scoring method is particularly relevant for nutrition research and food-as-medicine initiatives, where standardized metrics are critical for measuring diet quality accurately. ACS empowers healthcare providers, researchers, and public health programs to assess and promote diverse dietary patterns without bias, fostering greater inclusivity within the food-as-medicine movement.
According to Christopher Gardner, PhD, director of nutrition studies at the Stanford Prevention Research Center, Professor of Medicine at Stanford University, and member of the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee, "Nutrition research and dietary guidance have historically tended toward ethnocentrism, giving limited attention to the importance of cultural diversity in dietary preferences and practices. The ACS innovation should prove a very useful tool in both contexts, with potentially important implications for diet-related health outcomes in multicultural populations."
With the introduction of Adaptive Component Scoring, Diet ID continues to advance diet quality assessment, ensuring that multicultural populations are represented fairly. ACS is patent pending, and a manuscript introducing the methods in detail is currently under peer review.
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Diet ID is a leader in digital diet assessment and behavior change, offering innovative tools to measure diet quality and provide personalized nutrition guidance. Through a patented diet quality assessment and a suite of behavior change solutions, Diet ID empowers individuals, businesses, and healthcare providers to improve dietary outcomes and overall health.
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Tangelo is a full-stack Food as Medicine platform that delivers precision Food As Medicine interventions and wrap-around services to populations at scale. Focused on building the data infrastructure (or“railroad”) to make prescribing food a standard of care, Tangelo plugs-in stakeholders - including health care payers, food suppliers, nutrition experts, policymakers, and more - to a new supply-chain focused on healing our country through nutrition and ending diet-related chronic disease.
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Walgreens plans to close 1,200 stores over the next three years, the pharmacy chain said on Tuesday. It's part of the company's plan for a turnaround, as it faces retail competition and lower prescription payouts.
Chief Executive Tim Wentworth said about a quarter of the company’s stores are unprofitable. Walgreens has been on a $1-billion cost-cutting spree. It's already been shutting some stores, shaking up leadership and renegotiating its deals with insurers.
Walgreens, which also owns the British drugstore chain Boots, reported a net loss of $3 billion in the latest quarter. This was actually better than expected, with sales growing 6%.
Walgreens isn't the only big pharmacy chain attempting a turnaround. Rite Aid last month emerged from bankruptcy; CVS has also closed stores and reportedly weighs a breakup to undo its mergers with the insurance company Aetna and with Caremark, a pharmacy benefits manager.
The convenience-store part of pharmacy chains has been losing shoppers to Amazon, Walmart, Costco, grocery stores and dollar stores. Many of those rivals also fill prescriptions, competing for pharmacy customers, too.
Pharmacy chains have over-expanded to thousands of locations over the years, signing long-term leases for pricey corner locations. But many shoppers have criticized the quality of the stores, complaining about understaffing and the inaccessibility of items that are locked up to prevent theft. Pharmacies, for their part, have complained about shrinking profits for filling prescriptions, citing dramatic declines in reimbursement rates.
In light of these challenges, CVS and Walgreens have looked for profits elsewhere. They've tried to add primary-care clinics, a project that costs a lot of time and money. The chains have also proposed new payout structures for prescriptions, with Walgreens on Tuesday warning that it would be "willing to walk away from a line of business, if it doesn't make sense."
"I'm very confident that over a two- to three-year period we will have reset the framework for reimbursement discussions," Walgreens CEO Wentworth told investors on Tuesday.
He also added that Walgreens is focusing on adding more store-brand products to its chain. That tactic has been successful for Boots in Britain, though it has not done as well in the U.S. so far. Wentworth also said the chain would work to re-hire workers from stores that will close and added that overall, "Many of our actions across this turnaround will take time."
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Authorities have identified the six people killed when a tornado brought in by Hurricane Milton touched down in the Spanish Lakes mobile home community in St. Lucie County.
Sheriff Keith Pearson said the six victims of the twister on Oct. 9 were:
- William Cutlip
- Mary Grace Viramontez
- Alejandro Alonso
- Roger Ammon
- Sandra MacDonald
- Debra Kennedy
"It is with a very heavy heart that I inform you of the tragic passing of the following St. Lucie County residents who lost their lives as a direct result of the tornado that touched down in Spanish Lakes," Pearson said in a statement. "I, along with the men and women of the St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office, express our heartfelt condolences to their family and friends during this extremely difficult time."
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The sheriff says his team rescued 25 people from the neighborhood of largely older, manufactured homes.
NBC affiliate WPTV reporter Dave Bohman was at the news conference and asked the sheriff if crews are still looking for survivors.
“Wednesday night, and even Thursday was a search and rescue mission. Is it fair to call it a search and recovery?” he asked.
“I’m going to stay optimistic all the way through, but we know the reality of it is a lot of elderly people have medical conditions,” Pearson answered. “We’re going well beyond 48 hours. That means 48 hours with no medicine, 48 hours with no food.”
The sheriff said one of the challenges of the operation at Spanish Lakes is that his teams can’t get an accurate count of those who might be missing, as many residents are snowbirds and others may be renters.
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Russian Olympic Committee president to step down. Neutral athletes competed at Paris Games
The president of the suspended Russian Olympic Committee said Tuesday he plans to step down after six years in charge.
Stanislav Pozdnyakov’s statement comes just over two months after a delegation of 15 Russians competed at the Paris Olympics as “Individual Neutral Athletes” without the national flag or anthem as a result of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
The athletes did not represent the ROC, whose IOC recognition was suspended last year, and Pozdnyakov had been sharply critical of the neutral rules.
Pozdnyakov said in a statement on the ROC website that a board meeting next month was expected to set a date to elect his replacement, who would likely take office shortly before the IOC too elects a new leader.
“The geopolitical challenges that our country faces dictate the need for optimization and centralization of the management of key areas of activity, including elite-level sports,” Pozdnyakov said. He added that “the role of the state nowadays is important as never before” in supporting athletes and sports events.
Pozdnyakov is a former Olympic fencing gold medalist who holds the rank of colonel in the Russian military.
Russian athletes have not competed under the country’s national flag at any of the three Olympic Games during Pozdnyakov’s six-year tenure as president of the ROC.
For the pandemic-delayed Summer Olympics in Tokyo in 2021 and the Winter Olympics in Beijing the following year, Russians competed under the Russian Olympic Committee’s name and flag as part of the fallout from long-running disputes over doping cases.
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New music, new book and new science, oh my!
For instance, the debut novel by Easthampton author Sarah Sawyer, "The Undercurrent," takes a winding road through a cold case to explore the connections of family, friends, and location during two tumultuous time periods. We explore her writing process before her launch party at the Williston Northampton School on Oct. 8.
And, a new album from the northeast-grown Americana quartet, Twisted Pine. While being our awesome guests at the Green River Festival, they were incubating a whole new album to be released next week, coinciding with a show at the Iron Horse on Oct. 18. We hear live music from most of the band about the theme and direction of this new set of songs from their upcoming LP "Love Your Mind.”
Plus, Mr. Universe, Salman Hameed of Kainaat Studios and Hampshire College, tells us how we might see with our bare eyes the next destination for the Europa Clipper and a comet that will cross the western Massachusetts horizon this week.
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There’s a pile of art being grown right here in western Massachusetts, which might be underlining the whole point of our show, but we digress.
Because in looking at that art, we might discover all new historical connections. Garden Cinemas is screening two unearthed silent films created in Greenfield, and we chat with the two historians who discovered them, Carol Aleman and Chris Clawson, about the rarity of such a find and the journey they took to restore it.
We also visit the many growing frights at McCray’s Farm, whose Fear on the Farm is entering its 34th year. We hear not just how the dairy farm has grown into its many agro-tourism offerings, but also the many milky delights you can try out at their creamery in South Hadley.
And, our friendly local classical ensemble, the Springfield Symphony Orchestra, is about to embark on a new season! We speak with President Paul Lambert and artistic advisor Mei-Ann Chen, who will take to the podium twice over the course of this year’s programming. We learn about this year’s modern-minded yet traditionally mindful concerts starting off with a New England focused season opener on Oct 19.
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Android 15 is finally here — here are the best new features coming to Pixels
Here are the features coming to your Pixel
Ever since the Pixel 9 was launched in August, we’ve all been asking when Android 15 might arrive. But now Google has stopped giving us vague answers, confirming that Android 15 starts rolling out to Pixel phones today (October 15). The new update brings with it all sorts of features and upgrades aimed at improving your Android experience.
Pixel phones are always first in line for these Android updates, which means those of you with other Android phones will have to wait a while longer. How much longer all depends on which phone you have, and how proactive the manufacturer is at adapting new versions of Android to their own software. But rolling out the latest Android update to Pixels is a crucial first step, and hopefully means your wait should be a little shorter.
Here are all the biggest Android 15 features rolling out to Pixel phones right now — and hopefully coming to some of the other best Android phones in the near future.
Private Space
In my opinion, one of the best features arriving with Android 15 is Private Space. This secure folder is a place to keep all your most sensitive apps, hidden away from prying eyes or any thieves that might have accessed your phone. Because we keep a lot of sensitive information on our phones, the last thing you want is for someone to access and exploit it.
When Private Space is locked, all those apps might as well have been erased from your phone. You can’t access them, contents can’t be searched for, and you can even hide the Private Space folder itself to make it even harder for intruders to access stuff they shouldn’t. So whether it’s mobile banking, a dating app, or files that all need to be for your eyes only, Private Space can keep it that way.
Theft Detection Lock
Of course hiding your apps is one last line of defense. It helps if thieves can’t actually access your phone to begin with, even if they snatch it right out of your hands. That’s where Theft Detection Lock comes in. This is an AI-powered feature that will sense if someone snatches your phone out of your hands — automatically locking everything down and denying the thief access to your phone.
If you’re not so trusting that AI features can lock your device by themselves, then phones running Android 10 and above gain a new Remote Lock feature. All you need is access to a device and your own phone number. Once you pass a few security checks, you’ll be able to lock down your phone no matter where it’s gone — and the process will go much more quickly than logging into the Find My Device service via a web browser.
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Better security
On top of all those security features, Android 15 will make it harder for thieves to access sensitive information in other ways. New authentication settings will stop thieves from trying to guess your passwords, locking down your phone if there have been multiple failed attempts to access certain areas of your phone.
It also means thieves won’t be able to turn off Find My Device or remove your SIM card without completing an extra authentication step first — all to make it harder for them to reset the phone and sell it on.
Apps that use passkeys for authentication will also let you log in with a single tap, which should make accessing your accounts significantly easier than before.
Better productivity on larger screens
Tablets have never had the best support on Android, but that’s been changing — and Android 15 is pushing the envelope a little more. Both Android tablets and foldables come with an optional taskbar, which can be pinned or unpinned from your home screen as you see fit. That way, you can keep your favorite apps within reach, and not have to navigate back to the home screen or app drawer.
App pairing is also designed to make multitasking easier, letting you open a pair of apps at the same time — and side by side. Those pairs can be saved as their app icon too, so you can be sure you’ll open them both with a single tap.
Satellite connectivity
Satellite connectivity came to Pixel 9 earlier this year, but Android 15 should ensure that this feature is supported on more Android phones — assuming they have the necessary hardware to connect to satellites. But crucially the satellite support in Android 15 isn’t limited to emergency calls.
Carrier messaging apps will be able to use satellite connectivity to send and receive messages, even when it’s not an emergency. That way you can keep in touch, even if you have no cellular or Wi-Fi connectivity.
Better low light photography
Google has confirmed that Low Light Boost and in-app camera controls now offer better performance in low-light conditions. The Pixel typically has rather good low-light photography capabilities, but any improvement is always welcome. Third party camera apps are also getting more camera control, including precise flash controls, once the Android 15 update has been installed.
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Android 15 review: The Android vs Pixel battle begins
Android 15 is finally out of beta and fully polished for Google’s Pixel smartphones. Over the coming months, it will be available for plenty more Android phones and other devices as well.
While perusing the seemingly never-ending list of new Android 15 features, nothing jumped out at me as a must-have reason to dash out an upgrade. Then again, mobile operating systems have been robust and reliable for years, opting for sensible tweaks and tucks over wholesale revamps that would ruin what we’re all comfortable with. Still, that doesn’t mean that Android 15 has nothing to offer; quite the opposite, in fact, but to get the really good stuff, well… I hope you’ve got a Pixel.
Taking privacy (a bit) more seriously
Boiling down all the tweaks to the core headline features; Theft Detection Lock and Private Space are the standout changes. Clearly, there’s a heavy privacy focus with Android 15.
Privacy protection is a key part of Google's latest update.
I haven’t had my Pixel stolen, thankfully, but making it harder for would-be thieves to hide and reset stolen handsets via Offline Device Lock and machine-learning auto-locking is a big deterrent to theft in the first place. Combined with the existing Find My Device’s remote lock, Android is looking more secure than ever. That’s good news, given we store all sorts of personal information in Google Wallet these days.
Then there’s Private Space, which hides selected apps from the app drawer and puts them behind another optional layer of security. This is the first feature I used when setting up Android 15 on my Pixel. I immediately tucked my banking and a few other select apps into the Pixel Launcher’s hidden layer. You could put your social accounts and essentially anything else you’d like in there, but note that background tasks don’t run when Private Space is locked.
Of course, we’ve seen similar implementations before, including Samsung One UI’s Secure Folder, OnePlus’ Hidden Space, and many others. But it’s great to see this idea (finally) coming to Pixel. Unfortunately, we don’t yet know if Private Space will head to Android 15 more broadly, especially given that others already have this particular feature covered and it’s integrated into the Pixel Launcher.
Android 15 is mostly made up of countless small nips and tucks.
Elsewhere, Android 15 is mostly a case of quality-of-life improvements, and there are plenty. You’ll probably spot subtle changes that improve basic UI elements in the settings layout and the Bluetooth Quick Settings tile. You might clock other subtle tweaks, depending on how deep you usually dive into Android, including a high-quality webcam mode, a new volume panel, and new color contrast options for your wallpapers. SOS satellite calling also sees deeper integration with the core Android menus.
More functional changes are found with Adaptive Vibration, which handily automatically adjusts vibration intensity based on ambient sound levels. Android 15 also includes App archiving directly in the settings menu, helping you free up space and quickly restore apps without trawling through Play Store menus.
At a lower level, Android 15 implements some rather dry but no less important behind-the-scenes improvements. There’s ANGLE for legacy graphics APIs, more efficient video encoding, and changes to performance frameworks. These are all welcome improvements that clearly demonstrate that Android remains committed to supporting the latest industry tools.
That said, whether you’ll notice many of Android 15’s changes depends on how well you know the OS’s finer features. I glossed over so many of these small adjustments when first zipping through the update, and I imagine most users will feel that not a lot has changed since Android 14, which didn’t feel all that different from its predecessor either.
Step forward, foldables
Google has some more noteworthy changes in store for the industry’s most cutting-edge form factors. Book-style foldables, including Google’s own Pixel 9 Pro Fold, have been stuck in an awkward phase where software remains finicky and doesn’t fully lend itself to the hardware’s multitasking potential. Android was never originally built for big screens, after all.
That’s changing with Android 15, which now allows you to pin a floating taskbar to the screen, making it quicker and easier to switch between apps. Again, though, Samsung has admittedly awkward ways to pin the taskbar in One UI. The update also introduces paired app shortcuts, quickly opening two apps directly into split-screen mode. It’s never been easier to get things done with a foldable, which is the whole point of having such a large screen, after all.
Foldables stand to benefit from much easier multitasking.
I’m not convinced this is enough to make these ultra-expensive flagships all that more appealing to mainstream consumers. Anything north of $1,000 will always be an enthusiast-grade product, and a floating taskbar is hardly going to sway many minds. Still, at least Google hasn’t forgotten about foldables; the best may still be yet to come from the form factor.
The Pixel Drop vs Android update divide expands
While Android 15 has a seemingly endless list of minor tweaks, a lot of the update’s more useful everyday features are listed under the October Pixel Drop. This implies that other Android phones won’t necessarily receive all the same upgrades as today’s Pixels when their own OS update arrives.
While the list includes well-known Pixel exclusives like the Pixel Weather App, Next-gen Call Screen, and Audio Magic Eraser improvements, the aforementioned Theft Protection and Private Space features, Adaptive Vibration, and Gemini Live (audio) are also mentioned. It would certainly feel like a setback if other Android phones didn’t see these features, too. However, Google’s literature implies that Theft Detection Lock, at least, is rolling out for Android 10+ devices on October 15 and Gemini Live is already available. Google could simply be noting some of these under the Feature Drop to highlight the new capabilities.
In any case, there is already a divide between Google’s Pixel experience and the broader Android ecosystem, which has been growing steadily over the past few years. It’s simply a natural progression of Pixel’s hardware and software ambitions, particularly around AI, but many of Google’s more interesting features, including those arriving with Android 15, are Pixel-exclusive.
Many of Google's most exciting features are Pixel rather than Android exclusive. We might be heading into a more polarized Android world.
The Android OS is, obviously, very stable by now, and the incremental nature of many of Android 15’s tweaks suggests that there are not a whole lot of consumer-facing features Google wants or is willing to change. We’re firmly in the stage of don’t fix what isn’t broken.
Rather than any breakout feature, my takeaway from the arrival of Android 15 is that we might be heading into a more polarized Android world. OEM skins are increasingly a far bigger determining factor for features than the Android version you’re running, especially when it comes to cutting-edge AI or photograph tools.
While there have always been key differences, it seems inevitable that feature sets between Pixel, Galaxy, and others will only diverge in a bid to innovate and attract new customers as Android remains mostly still. This might breathe new life into old rivalries, but it’s not great news for consumers who look poised to contend with ever-broader differences when searching for the best deals.
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US cloud data management and data security company Rubrik today unveiled its Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) for Microsoft 365 Copilot to provide greater visibility and control of sensitive data, reduce the risk of exposure, and empower organizations to quickly and securely adopt Copilot.
Rubrik notes that a significant portion of this product’s development took place at its Israeli R&D center, established after the acquisition of cybersecurity startup Laminar in August 2023. Since the acquisition, Amit Shaked, co-founder and former CEO of Laminar, has continued to lead Rubrik’s Israeli operations, as well as being Rubrik's VP DSPM Strategy, Growth, and Monetization.
"Organizations are facing significant pressure when it comes to improving security of their rapidly growing data," said Mike Tornicasa, Chief Business Officer at Rubrik. "Rubrik DSPM for Microsoft 365 Copilot helps safeguard those business-critical assets, allowing organizations to leverage the power of innovative tools like Copilot while maintaining a strong data security posture and ensuring cyber recovery-all within a comprehensive cyber resilience platform."
Microsoft 365 Copilot is an AI-powered assistant that generates answers anchored in an organization’s business content to deliver highly relevant and contextual responses. To ensure Copilot surfaces only data which users have permissions to view, it follows the same data access controls already in place in Microsoft 365. Misconfigurations in these controls could lead to the exposure of sensitive data to unauthorized users.
To help mitigate this risk, Rubrik DSPM for Microsoft 365 Copilot is designed to provide the data visibility and control needed to ensure sensitive data is correctly classified, labeled, and segmented - and has the right access permissions. This enables organizations to leverage the power of Copilot while securing sensitive data from the risk of exposure.
"AI represents an important leap forward for organizations, but it also introduces new risks to data protection," explains Shaked. "That’s why, in collaboration with Microsoft, we’ve developed a solution that allows organizations to safely adopt AI while keeping their sensitive data secure. I'm particularly proud that so much of this cutting-edge technology was developed by our talented team here in Israel."
"Microsoft is committed to enabling secure and intelligent productivity tools for our customers," said Tony Surma, CTO, Americas Partners at Microsoft. "The introduction of Rubrik Data Security Posture Management for Microsoft 365 Copilot aligns with our mission by providing robust data visibility and control, enabling organizations to confidently leverage AI-driven capabilities while ensuring their sensitive data remains secure."
Published by Globes, Israel business news - en.globes.co.il - on October 15, 2024.
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1 Based on the Exchange Ratio multiplied by the closing price of Cygnus Shares on the ASX of A$ 0.083 on October 11, 2024, and converted to C$0.077 using AUD/CAD exchange rate of 0.9277.
2 Based on the implied value of the Doré Copper Shares multiplied by Doré Copper's 169,258,863 undiluted shares.
3 Technical report titled“Preliminary Economic Assessment for the Chibougamau Hub-and-Spoke Complex, Québec, Canada” dated June 15, 2022, in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects (“ NI 43-101 ”). The Technical Report was prepared by BBA Inc. with several consulting firms contributing to sections of the study, including SLR Consulting (Canada) Ltd., SRK Consulting (Canada) Inc. and WSP Inc.
4 Sources for historic production figures: Economic Geology, v. 107, pp. 963–989 - Structural and Stratigraphic Controls on Magmatic, Volcanogenic, and Shear Zone-Hosted Mineralization in the Chapais-Chibougamau Mining Camp, Northeastern Abitibi, Canada by François Leclerc et al. (Lac Dore/Chibougamau mining camp) and NI 43-101 Technical Report on the Joe Mann Property dated January 11, 2016 by Geologica Groupe-Conseil Inc. for Jessie Ressources Inc. (Joe Mann mine).
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A status hearing was held on Tuesday ahead of rapper YNW Melly's double murder retrial.
The rapper, whose real name is Jamell Demons, is accused of murdering two of his childhood friends, Chris “YNW Juvy” Thomas and Anthony “YNW Sakchaser” Williams, in 2018 after a late-night recording session by making it look like a drive-by shooting.
Tuesday's status hearing was held at the request of the defense. Melly was present, but was not seen on Zoom court camera.
Raven Ramona Liberty, Melly's defense attorney, said there were a "plethora of motions" that she had been trying to set hearings for for several months, but was unsuccessful.
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"I made several attempts to schedule the close to, I think, 15-20 motions that are still outstanding. We could not get state to agree with any dates and your office then told us not to contact them unless the state agrees to dates," Liberty told the judge.
The prosecution said they needed a list of all of the motions to ensure all were responded to appropriately. The prosecutor said she was having issues trying to figure out which motion corresponded to which case, and which motions could or could not be heard.
Liberty said she provided a list with dates and the state should not need so much time to respond.
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"I don't think there's any motion that I have filed that date goes past May," she said. "It's October. They've had time to respond."
"I'll give you dates and then whatever motions the defense wants me to hear, just file a notice of hearing... likewise state, if you have anything you want me to hear, you can file a notice of hearing for the same date and time and say this is the motions that you want me to hear," the judge said. "And I'll hear them."
Both parties agreed to a hearing to respond to all the pending motions on Jan. 6 and 7.
Back in July, Judge Martin Fein set a new trial date of September 10, 2025. In terms of the more recent tampering case, he set a pretrial meeting for December 5, 2024.
The first double murder trial against Melly ended in a mistrial last summer.
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October Pixel Drop just arrived — here's all the new features for Pixel phones, Pixel Tablet, Pixel Buds and Pixel Watch
The latest Pixel Drop brings new features to all your favorite Google gadgets
Prepare your Pixel gear for updates, as the October 2024 Pixel Drop is going live today (October 15), with treats for Google phone, watch, earbuds and tablet owners alike.
The updates, which Google's summarized in a convenient video, is part of Google's regular program of special updates for its own devices, as opposed to more general Android-based updates that apply to all products running the open-source software. However, it just so happens that an Android update is also going live at the same time as the Pixel Drop. Confused yet?
To get back on track, let's go through all the upgrades Google's promised the Pixel posse.
Gemini gets Additional Intelligence
Google is introducing hands-free Gemini access for all Pixel Buds, after a period where it was exclusive to the latest Pixel Buds Pro 2. This can help you access directions, email summaries or a more general conversation via Gemini Live without unlocking your phone.
The Gemini assistant itself has also been updated to interact with the Pixel Screenshots app found on the Pixel 9 series. You can now ask Gemini to find something you saved in Screenshots, and the assistant will open it up for you, saving you the hassle of searching for it manually.
Pixel phones get updates for air, land and sea
More specifically related to the Pixel phones' hardware, the latest Pixel 9 models get more accurate coloration for underwater photos as part of this update, with a new dedicated camera mode. Just remember to search for a waterproof case among the best Google Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro cases, as the IP68 water resistance rating isn't the same as being truly waterproof.
Audio Magic Eraser improvements have been added to the Pixel 8 series and later. When editing video, you can now turn sounds up and down, rather than just reduce unwanted noise, and increase the volume of different people talking in the clip
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Astrophotography mode, found on the Pixel 6 and later models, is now accessible from the Night Sight menu in the Camera app. This makes taking beautiful pictures of the night sky much more convenient, although it is a shame this came out after the recent Aurora Borealis appearance across much of the northern hemisphere.
What's more, Night Sight is itself available within Instagram for more convenient low-light photography in your favorite photo-based social network.
A small update for Pixel 8 Pro owners specifically is that the Thermometer app now gets the same camera-based interface as the Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL. The live image with a translucent graphic of your rear cameras overlaid makes aiming the thermometer much easier than the old method that simply highlighted the position of the rear thermal sensor on a blank background.
The last big upgrade is the addition of a Pollen tracker for Pixel Weather. This lets you check the current pollen index, the pollen forecast and what pollen types are currently out and about. This is only for the UK and three other European countries, but hopefully it'll come to more in a future update, including the U.S.
The Pixel Weather app itself is getting wider availability, too. Originally only on the Pixel 9 series, it's now going to be made available on Pixels dating back to 2021's Pixel 6 series, including the Pixel Tablet.
Don't forget the tablet and the watches
Speaking of the Pixel Tablet, it and Google's Pixel Watches are getting upgrades as part of this Drop too.
On all Pixel Watches, you will now have access to a Contact tile, giving you quick access to phone calls and messages for a specified person. You also get the option to send emoji reactions for Gmail, both in the app and via notifications.
As for the Pixel Tablet, it can now send media between it and any Pro Pixel phone just by bringing the two devices close to each other. The tablet can also sync its notifications with your phone so you don't get repeats.
Google has also given the Pixel Tablet a new home app screensaver through which you can control your smart home devices or monitor your active cameras. There are also new clock options for the digital photo frame mode, plus the option to share, favorite and archive the currently displayed image if you need to.
A big day for Google launches
Google's new anti-theft features are also officially launching today, for any Android device running Android 10 or later. This includes AI-powered theft detection that locks your phone in case it's taken from your hand, and the option to remotely lock your phone from a browser with your PIN and a security question if you didn't notice the theft immediately.
Plus, after months of beta releases, Android 15 arrives today for Pixel devices, bringing with it PIN-protected app spaces to keep things hidden or separate from other apps, automatic vibration adjustments for alerts, depending on how loud the environment is.
And with the arrival of Android 15 on Google's own phones, we will no doubt start appearing in various guises on other supported Android phones within the coming months. The best Android phone users will be eating well this winter, it seems.
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Android 15 formally rolls out satellite messaging: Here's how it works
- Satellite connectivity is coming with the rollout of Android 15.
- The new feature will allow you to send and receive messages without a mobile or Wi-Fi connection.
If you’re in a city, you likely won’t have any problems connecting to a mobile network. However, the coverage area only expands so far, so if you’re in a remote area, there’s a good chance you’ll have trouble finding a connection. In the past, being unable to connect to a mobile or Wi-Fi network would make it impossible to communicate. But that’s no longer the case with Android 15 bringing satellite connectivity to Android phones.
Today is the day, the stable version of Android 15 is finally rolling out. Along with the rollout, we’re getting a plethora of new features, including the satellite functionality we discovered and reported on back in March.
With satellite connectivity, you no longer have to worry about losing touch with others. If you find yourself in a dead zone, you’ll now be able to connect to a satellite, allowing you to continue sending and receiving messages without a mobile or Wi-Fi connection.
It’s important to note that this is not an SOS feature — like the iPhone’s Emergency SOS — that’s meant to be used only in emergencies. This means you won’t be limited to messaging emergency services; you’ll be able to message anyone you want. It also means the feature can be used anytime your mobile connection disappears.
Google notes that satellite connectivity should be compatible with carrier messaging apps. In the US, only a few carriers offer the option to activate satellite messaging. One of them is T-Mobile. Certain T-Mobile plan users have been able to activate satellite messaging from Settings > Network & Internet > SIMs > T-Mobile > Satellite Messaging after installing Android 15 betas. T-Mobile and SpaceX also recently enabled satellite-based texting services for T-Mobile users for free in regions affected by Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. So it looks like with the stable rollout of Android 15 and Google making the feature official, it should be available to all eligible Pixel users and later to most Android 15 users. We’ve reached out to Google for more clarity.
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Yoni Nahmad (24), a member of the Monaco-based Jewish billionaire family, has bought an apartment for NIS 51 million in the luxury Rothschild 10 Project in Tel Aviv. The family has an extensive real estate portfolio that Nahmad has been managing in recent years as well as expanding into high-tech business enterprises.
Nahmad has bought the 330-square-meter apartment, which covers half of the 37th floor, and includes a 25-square-meter balcony. The Rothschild 10 project, serviced by the Six Senses group, will feature a luxury tower comprising residential apartments, a hotel, and commercial space. The 41-floor tower is situated between Rothschild Boulevard, Herzl Street, and Lilienblum Street - the city's most prime real estate. Construction has already commenced, and the project is currently being marketed.
In addition to his recent purchase in Israel, Yoni also owns a 900 square meter apartment in London's prestigious One Hyde Park. He purchased the property in 2019 and it is currently valued at £60 million (US$80 million). Nahmad grew up in London where he was educated at Jewish schools. He travels between London and the family home in Monaco, and visits Israel three to four times a year to see his partner, the Israeli model Eden Polani as well as family, and he plans to increase his business activities in the country.
Nahmad is part of the new generation of the billionaire Jewish family from Monaco. His father, Ezra Nahmad, and his uncle, David, amassed their fortunes over the past six decades by trading in some of the world's most valuable art objects. According to Forbes, the brothers have been ranked 2nd and 3rd among Monaco's wealthiest individuals. Yoni is Ezra's youngest son, with two older brothers, Hillel (46) and Joseph (35).
The Nahmad Family originates from Aleppo, Syria and moved to Lebanon where Ezra and David were born. Shortly afterwards, the family fled Lebanon and moved to Europe. First, they settled in Italy and began building their art empire. Eventually, moving on to Monaco, where they put down permanent roots and began their extraordinary success story.
David and Ezra Nahmad have led private lives away from the media spotlight, despite six decades of immense success collecting the world's most extensive art collection, valued at US$7-8 billion. The collection, secured in a heavily guarded warehouse near Geneva Airport in Switzerland, includes works by more than 30 renowned artists, such as French masters Claude Monet, Henri Matisse, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and American artist Mark Rothko. The collection also boasts over 300 pieces by Picasso, the iconic Spanish painter and sculptor, a titan of modern 20th-century art.
Over the past 30 years, the family has built a real estate portfolio that includes 22 properties in London, five in Monaco and 15 in the US. Yoni Nahamad has a BA in Real Estate from Westminster University in London and has managed the family’s portfolio over the past three years, while expanding the portfolio over the past year into the tech sector.
Building on the family’s reputation for hosting lavish events, an extravagant wedding was held for David’s son Joe with American fashion model Maddison Headrick in May 2023 in Costa Smeralda, Sardinia. The wedding was reported to have cost a stunning $12.9m and had high profile guests such as Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Brady, Serena Williams and numerous other celebrities.
Yoni Nahmad the youngest heir to the renowned Nahmad family, has been in a relationship with Israeli international model Eden Polani for over a year. 20-year-old Polani was previously rumored to have been linked to celebrated Hollywood star Leonardo DiCaprio, sparking considerable media attention.
Published by Globes, Israel business news - en.globes.co.il - on October 15, 2024.
© Copyright of Globes Publisher Itonut (1983) Ltd., 2024.
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Bake Off's Alison Hammond hits back at 'sizeist' critics as she's 'happy in chubby body'
The Great British Bake Off host, who shot to fame on Big Brother, says she is happy in her skin - and even has naked photos of herself scattered round her home
Alison Hammond has hit-back at "sizeist" critics as she revealed she has nude photos of herself scattered across her house.
The beloved Great British Bake Off star says she is "happy" with her "big chubby" figure, declaring her indifference to public opinion.
The TV presenter left This Morning co-host Dermot O'Leary red-faced in July when she confessed to having the pictures around her home. She revealed: "I've got naked pictures everywhere all over my house."
She further asserted that she sees "nothing wrong with it". Her remarks quickly went viral, which is not unusual for Alison, known for her on-air blunders such as getting snagged on a door handle or accidentally pushing a colleague into Liverpool's Albert Dock.
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While her personality is often celebrated, it also makes her a target for online abuse. In a discussion with The Observer Magazine about whether the backlash she faces is "racist or sexist", Alison added: "Or sizeist. Ultimately I don't care what people think. That sounds like it doesn't bother me. It does."
She continued, emphasizing self-acceptance: "But I think I'm good enough and it's me I want to impress. Most people who criticise others don't love themselves," reports Birmingham Live.
Alison concluded with a positive affirmation of her identity: "I mean, I'm happy plodding along in my beautiful black skin in my big chubby body."
The TV star, who first graced our screens in 2002 as a lively Big Brother contestant, quickly became a fan favourite and segued into a role as a celebrity interviewer on This Morning.
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In her typical humorous style, she once kicked off an interview with Hollywood icon Denzel Washington by jesting: "Badass, vigilante, big, black, beautiful scary, but that's enough about me babes."
It left the Hollywood A-lister seem immediately disarmed. Alison has since become an even bigger personality after she began presenting the hugely successful Great British Bake Off last year, taking over from Matt Lucas.
Since stepping into the spotlight, Alison has experienced a profound transformation, shedding an awe-inspiring 11 stone. She opened up about her tipping point for weight loss during an appearance on This Morning, where she revealed that she used to purchase a second airplane seat just to avoid discomfort—for herself and others.
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The TV personality admitted: "I was nearly 28 stone I'll be honest with you and that is morbidly obese. And I used to buy an extra seat because I didn't want to put anyone in a situation where I was touching them."
Recalling the humiliation of a particular incident, Alison said: "I was made to feel uncomfortable on one occasion when I was so close to someone's seat and they asked to move but they ended up moving me into first class.
"It was embarrassing the whole thing and from that moment I just started buying two seats. I don't do it anymore because I've lost a bit of timber but not everyone can afford to do that."
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You can find 50 Cent not In Da Club, but in Vegas for his first-ever residency. The rapper/entrepreneur is performing six exclusive shows at PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino over New Year’s week.
Kicking off Dec. 27, 50 Cent: In Da Club will feature performances of hits including “In Da Club,” “Candy Shop,” “P.I.M.P.” and “21 Questions,” and will see 50 bring in 2025, before it all comes to a close on Jan. 4. All shows, except the New Year’s Eve one, will start at 9 p.m. PT; the New Year’s Eve celebration will begin at 10 p.m. PT.
“I always bring the energy, and Las Vegas is the perfect spot to create an unforgettable experience for my fans,” 50 said in a statement. “We’re talking big production, surprises, and the ultimate New Year’s Eve party for my Vegas residency.”
Tickets go on sale Oct. 19 at 10 a.m. PT at ticketmaster.com/50CentVegas, with a Citi presale running from Oct. 16 at 10 a.m. PT until Oct. 18 at 10 p.m. PT. A presale for artist fans will start Oct. 16 at 10 a.m. PT, and presales for SiriusXM, Live Nation and Ticketmaster customers as well as members of Caesars Rewards and Caesars Entertainment’s loyalty program will begin Oct. 17 at 10 a.m. PT. All presales wrap up on Oct. 18 at 10 p.m. PT.
The dates for the 50 Cent: In Da Club residency are:
December 2024: 27, 28, 30, 31
January 2025: 3, 4
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For the quarter ended September 2024, State Street Corporation (STT) reported revenue of $3.34 billion, up 24.1% over the same period last year. EPS came in at $2.26, compared to $1.93 in the year-ago quarter.
The reported revenue represents a surprise of +5.04% over the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.18 billion. With the consensus EPS estimate being $2.08, the EPS surprise was +8.65%.
While investors scrutinize revenue and earnings changes year-over-year and how they compare with Wall Street expectations to determine their next move, some key metrics always offer a more accurate picture of a company's financial health.
As these metrics influence top- and bottom-line performance, comparing them to the year-ago numbers and what analysts estimated helps investors project a stock's price performance more accurately.
Here is how State Street performed in the just reported quarter in terms of the metrics most widely monitored and projected by Wall Street analysts:
- Basel III Advanced Approaches - Tier 1 Leverage Ratio: 5.5% compared to the 5.5% average estimate based on four analysts.
- Net interest margin (FTE): 1.1% compared to the 1.1% average estimate based on four analysts.
- Assets under Management (AUM): $4,732 billion versus $4,537.25 billion estimated by three analysts on average.
- Basel III Standardized Approach - Tier 1 capital ratio: 13.9% versus 13.4% estimated by three analysts on average.
- Average balance - Total interest-earning assets: $269.51 billion versus $253.44 billion estimated by three analysts on average.
- Basel III Standardized Approach - Total capital ratio: 15.6% compared to the 14.5% average estimate based on three analysts.
- Assets under Custody and/or Administration (AUC/A): $46,759 billion versus the two-analyst average estimate of $38,959.63 billion.
- Total fee revenue: $2.62 billion versus the four-analyst average estimate of $2.50 billion.
- Net Interest Income - fully taxable-equivalent basis: $724 million compared to the $694.50 million average estimate based on four analysts.
- Net Interest Income: $723 million compared to the $693.41 million average estimate based on four analysts.
- Software and processing fees: $208 million versus $202.63 million estimated by three analysts on average.
- Other fee revenue: $125 million compared to the $44.96 million average estimate based on three analysts.
Shares of State Street have returned +6.4% over the past month versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +4.3% change. The stock currently has a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), indicating that it could outperform the broader market in the near term.
Infrastructure Stock Boom to Sweep America
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In a shocking incident, YouTuber and social media influencer Jack Doherty crashed his $200,000 McLaren 570S while live streaming to his followers on Kick. What started as a casual drive quickly turned into a harrowing experience, with the crash playing out live for over 185,000 viewers.
Doherty was driving in rainy conditions with one hand on the steering wheel and the other on his phone, interacting with his audience. The slick roads proved unforgiving as he lost control of the high-powered supercar, causing it to hydroplane. The McLaren skidded across the wet surface before slamming into a roadside barrier.
Thankfully, Doherty emerged from the wreck unharmed. However, his passenger wasn't so fortunate and was immediately taken to the hospital with injuries. The severity of those injuries has not been disclosed.
Also read: Priceless Jaguar XK120 Crushed in a Head-on Collision
The aftermath of the crash has led to swift action by Kick, which has since suspended Doherty’s account for violating its safety guidelines. His reckless behavior on the road, paired with the influence he holds over a massive audience, likely contributed to the decision.
Doherty had reportedly purchased the McLaren just last year for a hefty $202,850 and had customized it with a high-performance exhaust system. With the damage to the car, this high-octane joyride has ended in a very costly lesson for the influencer.
Also read: Autobahn Accidents: Rare Ferrari Enzo Crashes, Sustains Heavy Damage
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of distracted driving, especially when operating such powerful machines. For Doherty, it's a reminder that online fame comes with real-world consequences.
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'Climate action pays': call to rev up clean investment
Jobs and the retirement savings of workers are at risk if Australia goes too slow on responding to climate change, top investors warn.
A group of funds in charge of the superannuation savings of 14.8 million workers launched a campaign on Wednesday to pressure governments to stay the course on reducing carbon emissions.
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The National Nonprofit Revitalizes Mission to Reach a New Generation of Drivers
IRVING, Texas, Oct. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For more than four decades, Mothers Against Drunk Driving® (MADD) has led one of the most critical public safety movements in history. Today, MADD proudly announces a bold new brand identity - a dynamic, energized logo and tagline Impaired Driving Ends Here.
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MADD logo and tagline changes.
With drunk and drugged driving posing a serious risk to every community, MADD's rebrand is designed to resonate with all generations and backgrounds - fostering unity in a collective effort to make safer choices on roads and waterways. Empowered by the historic passage of the HALT Act in 2021, which mandates lifesaving anti-drunk driving technology in all new vehicles, MADD is poised to nearly eliminate this crime in our lifetime.
For the first time in decades, the logo will move away from the martini glass and car keys. The brand refresh reflects MADD's fierce determination to change behaviors and make safer choices. Within the wordmark there is a triangle which is inspired by international warning standards. The triangle also represents change or difference, capturing MADD's resolute yet dynamic desire to help make our world a safer place.
MADD partnered with Blue State , a full-service, purpose-driven creative and strategy agency, to develop the new brand identity. Leaders of this
collaborative effort aimed to build awareness and urgency with the next generation of drivers while recognizing the achievements of the storied institution.
"Our mission to eliminate impaired driving and create a future free from this tragedy has never wavered," said MADD CEO Stacey D. Stewart. "This rebranding not only honors our incredible history but energizes our vision for the future - engaging new generations and challenging everyone to step up and help end this crisis."
For 44 years, MADD has led advocacy, education, prevention, and equitable enforcement efforts, providing unwavering support for victims and survivors - becoming the nation's largest traffic safety advocacy organization. MADD's steadfast efforts have saved approximately 475,000 lives, reduced drunk driving deaths by nearly 40%, and provided essential services to nearly one million victims and survivors of impaired driving.
"Now is not the time to become numb to this issue. We all deserve to be safe on our roads," Stewart emphasized. "MADD's rebrand is not just about a fresh look - it's a renewed call to action. By building strong partnerships and resonating with younger generations, we can solve this problem once and for all."
Impaired driving remains the leading cause of deaths on U.S. roadways. Since 2019, drunk driving fatalities have surged by 33%. Every 78 seconds, someone is killed or injured in an impaired driving crash.
Lifesaving anti-drunk driving technology already exists and is critical to ending impaired driving for good. Mandating this technology, through the HALT Act, will save more than 10,000 lives per year and prevent hundreds of thousands of injuries, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety .
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is doubling down on prevention efforts including education around the consequences of getting behind the wheel impaired, fighting for stronger laws, and providing victims and survivors with vital assistance.
Central to these efforts is The MADD Network , a groundbreaking initiative that unites powerhouse MADD supporters who share one vital goal - eliminate impaired driving. Through these strategic partnerships, MADD is expanding its reach and educating communities about the dangers of impaired driving. With influential partners such as
Uber , Diageo North America , Nationwide ,
Amica Insurance , the NFL , and UKG , The MADD Network is fueling lifesaving work and strengthening public safety across the nation.
As MADD enters a new era, the message is clear: Impaired Driving Ends Here. Together, with its dedicated staff, volunteers, partners, and supporters, MADD is ready to create lasting change and build safer communities across the nation.
About MADD
Mothers Against Drunk Driving® (MADD) is a national nonprofit leading the movement to end impaired driving for good. Since 1980, MADD has helped reduce drunk driving deaths in America by nearly 40%, saved more than 475,000 lives, and served more than one million victims and survivors. The organization is committed to leading prevention efforts with young adults, collaborating with law enforcement to keep our roads safe from impaired drivers, as well as advocating for stricter sentencing and stronger laws, including the HALT Act that mandates anti-drunk driving technology in every new car. MADD continues to provide support services to victims and survivors of impaired driving at no charge through victim advocates and the 24-Hour Victim Help Line 1-877-MADD-HELP. For more information or to donate, visit and follow MADD on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , TikTok , LinkedIn.
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Nectar Black Friday sale 2024: What to expect — and the deals you can find now
The official Nectar Black Friday sale is weeks away, but that doesn't mean you can't save today
We're weeks away from the official Nectar Black Friday sale, but there are plenty of deals to be had now if you can't put off buying a new bed any longer. All mattresses are up to 67% off at Nectar Sleep, with prices starting at $349 for the new Nectar Classic (was from $1,063).
Nectar recently revamped its mattress lineup, but the prices and markdowns haven't shifted all that much. There's a chance that new discounts could appear closer to Black Friday – likely a flash sale if previous years are anything to go by – but for the big weekend itself, we wouldn't be surprised to see the typical Nectar mattress deals the brand hosts year-round.
Nectar has earned a spot in our list of the best mattresses of 2024 and is rated by our experts as a great choice if your budget won’t stretch to a Tempur-Pedic bed. The brand also offers a one-year trial (with free returns) and a lifetime warranty, which are industry-best amenities. We'll be updating our Black Friday mattress deals guide with new offers as they go live, but if you're keen to browse ahead of the official Nectar Black Friday mattress sales, keep reading...
Top 4 early Nectar Black Friday mattress deals
1. Nectar Classic Memory Foam mattress: was from $1,063 now from $349 at Nectar
The Nectar Classic is an updated version of the bed that earned high praise in our Nectar Original Memory Foam Mattress review. The previous version heads our best memory foam mattress guide, and we expect this new release to deliver a similar balance of support and cushioning for side and back sleepers. Nectar might have updated the mattress, but the deal remains the same, and it's just as excellent as ever. A queen-size is now $649 (was $1,563). If this is the mattress for you, there's no reason to wait for Black Friday.
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2. Nectar Classic Hybrid mattress: was from $1,013 now $499 at Nectar Sleep
If you want the comfort of memory foam with the bounce of springs, then the Nectar Classic Hybrid is a comfortable compromise. The six-layer design features responsive springs underneath the foam comfort layer, ensuring enhanced lumbar support. It's affordable too, coming in at just $799 for a queen (was $1,613).
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3. Nectar Premier Hybrid mattress: was from $1,395 now $799 at Nectar Sleep
In our Nectar Premier Hybrid mattress review for the previous model, we called it a "plush yet supportive" mattress for combi sleepers and those with back pain. The updated Premier Hybrid adds an extra inch of memory foam in the top comfort layer and an upgraded cooling cover to help wick away heat and moisture. We think it's one of the best hybrid mattresses you can buy right now, especially considering a queen is on sale for just $1,099 (was $2,196). For more sink-in softness, an all-foam version is available, also on sale.
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4. Nectar Luxe Memory Foam mattress: was from $1,696 now from $999 at Nectar Sleep
The Luxe replaces the Nectar Premier Copper in the lineup. In our Nectar Premier Copper mattress review, we praised its temperature regulation amidst a hot summer – no small feat for an all-foam mattress. The Luxe promises to deliver a cushy sleep surface that won't leave you hot and bothered thanks to a revamped cooling cover. In the current Nectar mattress sale, a queen-size Nectar Luxe is $1,249 (was $3,424), which is a solid price for a cooling mattress. For even better airflow, make it a hybrid, which adds tall open coils.
When does the 2024 Nectar Black Friday sale start?
Black Friday is on Friday, November 29, 2024, and the deals often last over the weekend and into Cyber Monday (December 2 this year). In recent years, however, brands have started rolling out their deals earlier, with fall sales blurring the lines between Black Friday savings and evergreen deals.
In 2023, the official Nectar Black Friday Sale launched in mid-November, about a week before Black Friday proper. It was a continuation of a 40% flash sale we saw weeks prior; that ultimately became the brand's evergreen offer for the better part of a year. We expect this year's official Nectar Black Friday mattress sale to kick off around the same time.
Will this year's Nectar Black Friday sale be any good?
Last year, Nectar launched a 40% flash sale in October, which then became the new evergreen offer from November onward. That's since crept to up to 50% off, but dig through and you'll find markdowns as high as 67% off.
It remains to be seen if Nectar introduces new deals for Black Friday weekend, but we wouldn't be surprised if the prices remain unchanged this year. However, we did see $100 off orders over $1,000 during the Nectar Prime Day sale, so there's a possibility that the discount returns for Black Friday.
Is Black Friday a good time to buy a Nectar mattress?
Yes. Although Nectar may not run many exclusive Black Friday offers, their evergreen prices are great value for money, especially considering the extras that come with it. If you're after a whole new bed setup, then you might find some great deals with bed bundles that include a bedframe and bedding.
How to choose the best Nectar mattress for you in Black Friday sales
Nectar's focus on memory foam mattresses means that their range is best suited for side sleepers. If this is you, then any Nectar mattress will be great for you. However, there are some differences between the various models to consider when choosing your new mattress.
If hot sleeping is a major problem for you, then you might want to consider going for one of the higher-end mattresses that pack more cooling fibers in their too covers. Hybrid mattresses also tend to provide a cooler sleep than memory foam, and all current Nectar mattress models come with or without coils.
If you share a bed, you'll benefit from the motion isolation of any of Nectar's all-foam beds, but if you're a restless sleeper who wants good ease of movement, then a hybrid may be the better choice for you. A hybrid is also best for sleepers who sometimes sleep on their back, providing increased lumbar support.
How much should you pay for a Nectar mattress in Black Friday sales?
Nectar mattresses fall into the mid-range pricing category but are very competitively priced for the quality you'll receive. The entry-level mattress, the Nectar Classic, is regularly on sale at $649 for a queen, which is far below what you'd pay for comparable models from Tempur-Pedic. (The Tempur-Cloud bed-in-a-box retails for $1,999 in a queen).
We don't see these prices changing much either way come Black Friday, although we may see a return of the $100 off $1,000+ discount from Nectar's competing Prime Day sale.
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Android 15 lets you sync notification dismissals between Pixel devices — Here's how
- The stable Android 15 update adds a new feature that dismisses notifications across Pixel devices.
- Specifically, this feature syncs notification dismissals, so when you dismiss a notification on your Pixel phone, it won’t appear on your Pixel tablet, and vice versa.
- There were hopes that Google would make this feature available for all Android devices, but it seems to be Pixel-exclusive for now.
If you have an Android tablet that you use on occasion, then you’re probably familiar with the issue of duplicate notifications. Notifications that you’ve already seen and dismissed on your Android phone will still appear on your Android tablet until you dismiss them there, too. This is admittedly a minor annoyance, but it makes Android feel like a disjointed ecosystem. Fortunately, Google has a solution to duplicate notifications in the Android 15 update it’s releasing today, but you’ll need to have Pixel devices to take advantage of it.
In the stable Android 15 update that Google released today for Pixel devices, the company is introducing a new “dismiss notifications across Pixel devices” option under Settings > Notifications. This feature is available on the Pixel 6 and later, including the Pixel Tablet, and its description says that “notifications dismissed on your Pixel phone or tablet will no longer appear on both.” Tapping the option opens up a page where you can enable the feature for one of your Google accounts (but not all of them).
In order to enable the feature, you first must grant the Device Connectivity Services app permission to access your notifications. Device Connectivity Services is a Pixel-exclusive system app that appears to be the one handling this notification syncing feature. It’s using Android’s Notification Listener API to read and dismiss notifications on your behalf. Access to this API is managed under Settings > Apps > Special app access > Notification read, reply & control.
Google says this feature only dismisses notifications when each Pixel device that has the feature enabled is connected to Wi-Fi. Even though this feature probably wouldn’t eat up much battery life, it still makes sense only to run it when the device is on Wi-Fi, since most people leave their tablets at home. If Google had a 5G version of its Pixel Tablet, then I would argue that Google should add an option to enable the feature when you’re on mobile data. However, it doesn’t, so there’s no point in adding such an option.
That being said, I’m a bit disappointed this notification sync feature is exclusive to Pixel devices. When I first spotted evidence of this feature in the second beta for Android 15 QPR1, I wasn’t sure whether it would be available for all Android devices or only Pixel devices. Google recently started rolling out a suite of cross-device services that make Android devices work better together regardless of which brand they come from, so it would’ve made perfect sense for this feature to be added to that suite. Still, if you own a Pixel Tablet and a Pixel phone, then I’m sure you’ll find this new feature in the Android 15 update to be very useful.
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Why 13-year-old girl sentenced for role in UK riots deserves a second chance
I have less than no sympathy with rioters, be they of the left or right.
However despairing we may be of the thousands of illegal immigrants who pour on to our shores daily while politicians do dash all, we should also remember that while people were rioting and starting fires and kicking doors, human beings were cowering in fear that they were about to be attacked and that their sanctuaries could be invaded by an angry mob.
So I think it right that anybody who was involved in the recent riots should feel the full force of the law but I am not at all certain a 13-year-old girl should face the ruin of her career hopes because her very brief involvement means she will have a criminal record for 10 years.
I believe and indeed said at Conservative Party Conference in 1999, when I was Shadow Home Secretary, that if young offenders stay out of any subsequent trouble for two years then, unless we are talking about murder or similarly serious crime, they should enter adult life with the slate wiped clean. It won a very large cheer from the thousands then present.
Nobody should still be paying 10 years later for folly committed at 13. It is Dickensian.
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Ninety-two people remain unaccounted for in hard-hit North Carolina in the wake of the “catastrophic disaster” left behind by Hurricane Helene, Gov. Roy Cooper said Tuesday.
The number will continue to fluctuate as new reports come in and other reports are resolved, Cooper said.
This comes as North Carolina continues to face “a persistent and dangerous flow of misinformation” about recovery efforts, the governor said.
“If you’re participating in spreading this stuff, stop it,” Cooper said. “Whatever your aim is, the people you are really hurting are those in western North Carolina who need help. The safety of our government and volunteer response workers, including FEMA, remains a top priority. “
The governor said he’s directed the state’s Department of Public Safety to “coordinate law enforcement assistance for FEMA and other responders who need it to help assure their safety and security, so people can keep getting the help that they desperately need.”
This weekend, a Bostic, North Carolina, man armed with a handgun and rifle was arrested for allegedly threatening to harm workers from the Federal Emergency Management Agency in the state, authorities said.
FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell did not address the arrest at Tuesday’s news conference, but she said, “Over the weekend, out of an abundance of caution, we made operational changes to keep FEMA personnel safe, but none of the changes we made impacted ongoing search and rescue or other life safety operations.”
“It’s heartbreaking to see words or acts of hatred toward anyone, let alone federal responders who are here to help people in this critical time,” Criswell said.
“We are not going anywhere,” she said. “Misinformation will not deter us from our mission.”
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Melbourne, SE Qld lead way for new jobs figures
Parts of Victoria and Queensland are leading the charge for new jobs being created, figures show.
Analysis of Australian Bureau of Statistics labour data show Melbourne and southeast Queensland had the greatest increase in employment in the year to August.
The statistical area of West Melbourne had the largest growth in the 12-month period at 5.5 per cent, followed by inner Melbourne at 5.4 per cent.
Ipswich, west of Brisbane, was next on the list, growing by 5..2 per cent, followed by Queensland's Logan-Beaudesert region at 5.2 per cent and the Gold Coast at five per cent.
Sydney's northern beaches and Sutherland Shire had the lowest unemployment rates for the same year to August, coming in at 2.3 per cent and 2.4 per cent respectively.
The areas had an unemployment rate nearly two percentage lower than the national figure of 4.1 per cent for August.
Warrnambool in Victoria, inner Perth and Sydney's eastern suburbs rounded out the top five for the lowest unemployment rate, all at 2.7 per cent.
Economists are tipping for the unemployment rate to rise in coming months, which has been driven by supply, before stabilising to about 4.5 per cent in 2025.
Labour market figures for September 2024 are due to be released on Thursday.
Data from the bureau showed 263,000 net jobs had been created in NSW between the past federal election in May 2022 and August 2024, with 152,000 of those being full-time positions.
Of those, Sydney had 231,000 jobs created while there were 76,400 for the rest of the state.
Victoria had 310,000 net jobs created, with 227,000 being full time, while of Queensland's 192,400 new net-jobs, 107,100 were full time.
Employment Minister Murray Watt said the labour figures were reassuring.
"It's great to see a large portion of the jobs growth is in full-time work, helping to deliver secure career opportunities for Australians," he said.
"We see strong and sustainable wages growth as a key part of helping with cost-of-living challenges, helping people earn more every week."
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Panasonic Logiscend Demonstrates Cutting-Edge Iiot And Asset Tracking Solutions At Iot Expo
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ROCHESTER, N.Y., Oct. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- At the recent
IoT Expo, Panasonic Industrial Devices Sales Company of America demonstrated its Logiscend system with state-of-the-art tracking technologies, utilizing IIoT devices and RFID for superior material flow and asset tracking. The Logiscend platform can integrate with existing systems and solves specific problems within a customer's existing infrastructure.
The hands-on showcase emphasized the transformative means to gain better insight, enhance inventory management and improve material flow with dynamic scalability.
Panasonic Logiscend Platform material flow solutions: MES system updated with detailed efficiency and productivity metrics; work instructions delivered allowing for varied kitting/picking requirements; RFID tags identify cart locations as they move through the production floor; ePaper displays update dynamically based on workflow logic.
Highlighting Success in the Automotive Industry
Building on a successful collaboration with a leading automotive manufacturer based in the southeastern United States, Panasonic's Logiscend demonstrated how the integration of IIoT and tracking technologies can streamline production processes, minimize errors, and enhance overall operational efficiency.
Key Features and Benefits Displayed:
Enhanced Visibility and Accuracy: Logiscend's IIoT devices offered real-time tracking of materials, ensuring precise location monitoring and reducing instances of misplaced components; the system supports an array of tagging solutions including simple low-cost RFID tags to high end Bluetooth view tags with dynamic displays.
Improved Production Flow: The seamless integration of Logiscend's technology into existing production lines showcased how automotive manufacturers can effortlessly adopt these advancements to streamline operations.
Scalable Solutions for the Automotive Industry: The IoT Expo demonstration underscored the system's adaptability and scalability, designed to meet the evolving demands of the automotive sector.
Integration: Designed with a restful API interface, Logiscend integrates with virtually any existing MES or ERP system.
Panasonic Logiscend
Panasonic Logiscend is an innovative material flow management platform, that leverages the power of Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) devices to optimize asset tracking and production processes. Designed to enhance visibility, accuracy, and efficiency in manufacturing operations, Logiscend seamlessly integrates into existing systems, providing real-time tracking and data insights. With scalable solutions tailored for the automotive industry and beyond, Panasonic Logiscend empowers manufacturers to streamline their workflows, reduce errors, and achieve greater operational excellence. Learn more about the Logiscend platform at href="" rel="nofollow" panasoni .
About Panasonic Corporation of North America
Newark, NJ-based Panasonic Corporation of North America is a leading provider of Consumer Lifestyle technologies, as well as innovative Smart Mobility, Sustainable Energy, Immersive Experiences, and Integrated Supply Chain solutions. The company is the principal North American subsidiary of Osaka, Japan-based Panasonic Holdings Corporation. One of Interbrand's Top 100 Best Global Brands of 2023, Panasonic is a leading technology partner and integrator to businesses, government agencies and consumers across the region. Learn more about Panasonic's ideas and innovations at
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Android Identity Check will secure your phone from even a stolen PIN
- Identity Check requires mandatory biometric authentication, in addition to a PIN.
- The opt-in feature will engage when using your phone outside a trusted location.
- Google intends to start deploying Identity Check later this year.
Google is in the middle of delivering some major upgrades to Android security right now, as Theft Detection Lock starts rolling out wide, protecting your phone from someone snatching it and running. But that’s just the tip of iceberg, and with all the myriad threats our devices face, Google’s constantly cooking up new ways to protect our hardware and information from bad actors. Today we’re getting a little preview of one of those upcoming features currently under development, as Google announces Identity Check.
We’re all familiar with falling back to a PIN or password in lieu of biometrics. Maybe we’re rebooting a device, and Android insists upon the PIN for extra security, or a stubborn fingerprint scanner just refuses to read our dirty hands and we go with the PIN as a backup. Identity Check is basically the opposite of that.
Instead of using something you know (your PIN) to add an extra layer of authentication to something you are (biometrics — your fingerprint scan), Identity Check lets you mandate that a biometric check is passed in addition to PIN or password verification. The idea here is that even if someone who isn’t you has compromised your login credentials, Identity Check won’t let them make critical changes to your account — knowing your PIN alone won’t suffice.
Like we saw when looking into Google’s work developing this feature, these mandatory biometrics are connected to trusted locations, and Identity Check will only operate when you’re outside them.
We can understand how that might make some people a little nervous (especially if their phones feature less-than-stellar fingerprint scanning hardware) so it’s probably worth pointing out that Google intends to make Identity Check an opt-in feature — no surprises with this one. But if this does sound like the sort of security tool you’d like to take advantage of when the opportunity arises, sit tight for now — Google says that Identity Check will start arriving at some point later this year.
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Huge new Hollywood blockbuster 'set to lose $200 million' after box office catastrophe
A huge new Hollywood blockbuster could "lose north of $200 million" after its disasterous box office performance.
Joker: Folie à Deux new teaser released
It was five years ago when Todd Phillips’ Joker, made for no more than $70 million, stormed the box office and garnered over $1 billion globally.
It was inevitable that then record-breaking highest grossing R-rated movie of all time, that won the Best Actor Oscar for Joaquin Phoenix, would have a sequel greenlit by Warner Bros.
Given a whopping $200 million, Phillips went musical with the follow up in a gamble that did not pay off at all.
Largely critically panned, Joker Folie à Deux, which co-stars Lady Gaga as Harley Quinn, has broken some records too but not in a good way.
Joker 2 debuted with a CinemaScore of D, which is the lowest ever for a comic book movie.
Read more... Top 10 Joker Batman movies ranked and two Joker stars failed to make the list [TOP 10]
Upon its opening weekend, Joker Folie à Deux made just $37.8 million domestically, which is even lower than Sony’s poorly recieved Morbius.
Meanwhile, the Batman villain spin-off broke the record for the worst second weekend of any comic book movie, earning just $7 million on a 81 per cent drop off.
As it stands, Joker 2 has made $165 million – a far cry from the box office behemoth that is its predecessor – and now is predicted to lose as much as $200 million.
According to Variety’s sources, Warner Bros claim the blockbuster with 33 per cent on Rotten Tomatoes will break even at $375 million. Meanhwhile, insiders including three rival executives estimate that Joker 2 will lose at least $150-200 million.
Warner Bros responded in a statement: “Any estimates suggested by anonymous ‘insiders’ or ‘rival executives’ are grossly wrong and continues a trend where rumor is reported as fact. The film continues to play in theatrical release, included with this week’s opening in China, and will continue to earn revenue throughout its home viewing and ancillary run.” Time will tell.
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More than 20 years after coming together for their “Still D.R.E.” collaboration, Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg are launching a spirit inspired by the hit song.
Now available nationwide, their new product, Still G.I.N. By Dre and Snoop, is described as an ultra-premium, clean, light modern gin with hints of tangerine, jasmine and coriander and “unforgettable aromatic finish.” It’s advertised as a spirit that is “highly mixable – and supremely drinkable.”
“This is not a liquor that we’re just putting our name on,” Dr. Dre says in a statement. “It’s just like we did with Beats headphones. Everything is us from the ground up: the gin, the flavor, the packaging… Everything had to be perfect.”
“Snoop said it best: we’re better together – it’s always magical,” he continues. “It’s incredible to know that you’ve got something amazing that you feel is gonna really work.”
In Snoop’s statement, he said he and Dre have long “been a part of the evolution of this gin – from the creation of the flavor, to the percentage of alcohol that’s in it – and it’s just so good!”
“Dre’s a perfectionist: he wants to make sure it’s not just good, but great,” he adds. “Together, we ain’t gonna do nothing regular!”
Still G.I.N. By Dre and Snoop marks the duo’s second product release following their award-winning premium sparkling gin-based cocktail, Gin & Juice By Dre and Snoop, which paid homage the Dr. Dre-produced “Gin and Juice” by Snoop Dogg.
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The new iPad Mini is the cheapest way to get Apple Intelligence and Apple Pencil Pro support
- Apple has launched the new iPad Mini, starting at $499 for the 128GB variant.
- Thanks to the A17 Pro chip, the new iPad Mini (2024) is the cheapest way to experience Apple Intelligence features.
- The new iPad Mini also brings support for the Apple Pencil Pro, becoming the cheapest iPad to support the Pro stylus.
Apple has quietly launched a refresh of the iPad Mini, competing against some of the best Android tablets. The new iPad Mini follows along the established looks of the older generation model but features the Apple A17 Pro chip that is used in the iPhone 15 Pro. Thanks to this new chip, it also sports Apple Intelligence capabilities as and when the features go live. Of course, the new chip also brings in more raw power, with Apple claiming a performance increase of 30% for the CPU and 25% for the GPU compared to its predecessor.
Other new features include support for Apple Pencil Pro, which brings features like pressure sensitivity, haptic feedback, and gesture controls. If you don’t want the Pro stylus, there’s also support for Apple Pencil (USB-C).
We also get Wi-Fi 6E support, faster USB-C data transfer speeds of up to 10Gb/s with USB 3, and an upgraded 12MP wide camera with an f/1.8 aperture.
As for the rest of the package, the iPad Mini retains all the familiarity of its predecessor. You get an 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display with a resolution of 2,266 x 1,488 pixels, giving it 326 ppi pixel density. The device comes with an anti-reflective coating and sports 500 nits brightness. The front camera is a 12MP ultrawide with an f/2.4 aperture. The iPad Mini launches with iPadOS 18 out of the box.
Apple iPad Mini (2024) pricing and availability
- iPad Mini (2024) with Wi-Fi (128GB): $499
- iPad Mini (2024) with Wi-Fi (256GB): $599
- iPad Mini (2024) with Wi-Fi (512GB): $799
- iPad Mini (2024) with Wi-Fi and cellular (128GB): $649
- iPad Mini (2024) with Wi-Fi and cellular (256GB): $749
- iPad Mini (2024) with Wi-Fi and cellular (512GB): $949
The new iPad Mini (2024) is the cheapest way to experience Apple Intelligence capabilities, starting at $499 for the 128 GB variant. The iPhone 16 starts at $829 unlocked, while the iPhone 15 Pro is no longer officially sold by Apple.
Further, the previous cheapest iPad with Apple Pencil Pro support was the 11-inch iPad Air with M2, which started at $599 for its 128GB storage variant. The cellular variant of the iPad Mini starts at $649 for 128GB, and the lineup is also available in 256GB and 512GB variants.
Pre-orders for the new iPad Mini begin today, while open sales and availability begin October 23, 2024. The iPad Mini (2024) comes in Blue, Purple, Starlight, and Space Gray colors.
Apple has also launched a new Smart Folio case, available in Charcoal Gray, Sage, Denim, and Light Violet colors, for $59.
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Cell Based Assay Market
Overview
Market Definition and Scope
The Cell Based Assay Market refers to the segment of the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries focused on testing cellular responses to various compounds, including drugs, toxins, and biological agents. These assays play a critical role in drug discovery, toxicity testing, and basic research. The market encompasses a wide range of assay types, including high-throughput screening, 3D cell culture assays, and cell viability assays, among others. The scope of the market has expanded due to the growing demand for personalized medicine and targeted therapies, which require advanced and relevant testing methods. Innovations in technologies such as automation, artificial intelligence, and organ-on-a-chip models are continuously reshaping the landscape, allowing for more efficient and accurate assessments. Additionally, the increasing prevalence of chronic diseases, such as cancer and diabetes, drives the need for innovative therapeutic solutions, further expanding the market's potential.
Market Drivers
Several factors are driving the growth of the Cell Based Assay Market. A significant driver is the increasing investment in drug discovery and development, with pharmaceutical companies focusing on novel therapeutic approaches. The rising incidence of chronic diseases has created a pressing need for innovative treatments, prompting a shift towards more effective drug screening methods. Moreover, the demand for personalized medicine is on the rise, as healthcare providers seek to tailor treatments based on individual patient profiles. Technological advancements, including automation and high-throughput screening, are enhancing the efficiency of assays, allowing researchers to process larger sample sizes in less time. Additionally, the integration of cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning into assay development is paving the way for more predictive and reliable results. These drivers collectively underscore the growing importance of Cell Based assays in modern biomedical research and drug development.
Key Applications
Cell Based assays are utilized across various applications, making them indispensable in pharmaceutical and biotechnology research. One of the primary applications is drug discovery, where assays help identify potential drug candidates by assessing their effects on specific cell types. They are also employed in toxicity testing to evaluate the safety of new compounds before clinical trials. Furthermore, these assays play a critical role in target identification and validation, allowing researchers to understand disease mechanisms better. In addition to these traditional applications, Cell Based assays are increasingly being used in personalized medicine to develop tailored treatment plans based on individual cellular responses. Other applications include biomarker discovery, disease modeling, and vaccine development. As the scope of applications continues to expand, the demand for innovative and versatile Cell Based assays is expected to grow, further driving market dynamics.
Regional Analysis
The Cell Based Assay Market exhibits regional variations influenced by factors such as healthcare infrastructure, research investment, and technological adoption. North America holds a substantial share of the market, primarily due to the presence of leading pharmaceutical companies and research institutions. High investments in drug discovery and development, coupled with a robust healthcare system, support the region's growth. Europe follows closely, driven by advancements in biopharmaceutical research and stringent regulatory frameworks that emphasize the importance of Cell Based assays in drug development. The Asia-Pacific region is poised for significant growth, fueled by increasing healthcare expenditures, a growing patient population, and expanding research capabilities. Countries like China and India are emerging as key players, attracting investments in biotechnology and pharmaceuticals. Additionally, the rising focus on personalized medicine across various regions is expected to create new opportunities for market expansion, particularly in developing economies.
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Competitive Landscape
The Cell Based Assay Market is characterized by a competitive landscape featuring a mix of established players and emerging companies. Major market participants include pharmaceutical giants, biotechnology firms, and specialized assay providers that offer a diverse range of Cell Based assay solutions. Key players invest heavily in research and development to innovate and enhance their product offerings, catering to the evolving needs of researchers and clinicians. Strategic partnerships, collaborations, and acquisitions are common strategies employed by these companies to expand their market presence and improve their technological capabilities. Moreover, companies are increasingly focusing on developing assays that utilize advanced technologies, such as 3D cell cultures and organ-on-a-chip models, to provide more accurate and relevant data. The competitive dynamics of the market are shaped by ongoing technological advancements, regulatory changes, and the growing emphasis on personalized medicine, compelling companies to adapt and innovate continuously.
Challenges
Despite the promising growth trajectory of the Cell Based Assay Market, several challenges may hinder its progress. One significant challenge is the complexity of Cell Based assays, which often require specialized expertise and equipment. Researchers may face difficulties in optimizing assay conditions and ensuring reproducibility, impacting data reliability. Additionally, regulatory hurdles can pose obstacles, as assay validation and compliance with industry standards are critical for market acceptance. The high costs associated with developing and maintaining advanced Cell Based assays can also limit their adoption, particularly among smaller laboratories and research institutions. Furthermore, the rapid pace of technological advancements necessitates continuous training and adaptation for researchers, which can be resource-intensive. Addressing these challenges will require collaboration between industry stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, academic institutions, and technology providers, to streamline processes and enhance the overall viability of Cell Based assays in research and development.
Future Trends
The Cell Based Assay Market is expected to evolve significantly in the coming years, influenced by emerging trends and technological advancements. One notable trend is the increasing integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning in assay development and data analysis, enhancing predictive accuracy and efficiency. The rise of personalized medicine will also drive the demand for more sophisticated assays that can tailor treatments based on individual patient profiles. Additionally, the shift towards 3D cell cultures and organ-on-a-chip technologies is gaining momentum, offering more physiologically relevant models for drug testing and disease modeling. The market will likely see an increased focus on automation and high-throughput screening capabilities, allowing researchers to process larger datasets and accelerate discovery timelines. Furthermore, the collaboration between academic institutions and industry players will foster innovation, leading to the development of novel assays that address unmet clinical needs and improve patient outcomes.
Geographic Dominance :
Geographic dominance in the Cell Based Assay Market varies significantly across different regions, with North America leading due to its robust pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors. The United States, in particular, is home to major research institutions and biotech firms, driving innovations in drug discovery and personalized medicine. Europe follows closely, supported by stringent regulatory frameworks that emphasize the importance of Cell Based assays in drug development and safety testing. The Asia-Pacific region is emerging rapidly, fueled by increasing healthcare investments, a growing patient population, and advancements in research capabilities, particularly in countries like China and India. These regions are attracting significant investments, contributing to the overall growth of the market. As the demand for personalized medicine continues to rise globally, geographic dominance is expected to shift, with developing regions gaining prominence as key players in the Cell Based assay landscape.
Cell Based Assay Market Key Players Shaping the Future
Key players shaping the future of the Cell Based Assay Market include Thermo Fisher Scientific, Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD), Merck KGaA, Roche Holding AG, Agilent Technologies, PerkinElmer, Inc., Charles River Laboratories, Lonza Group, Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc., and Promega Corporation . These companies are driving innovation and advancements in technologies and solutions within the Cell Based assay sector, positioning themselves as leaders in meeting the growing demand for effective drug discovery and development tools.
Cell Based Assay Market Segment Analysis
The Cell Based Assay market is segmented based on By Type, By Application and Geography, offering a comprehensive analysis of the industry.
By Type
High-Throughput Screening (HTS) : This method enables the rapid assessment of a large number of compounds, facilitating drug discovery and development. HTS is crucial for identifying potential drug candidates quickly, streamlining the screening process, and enhancing efficiency in pharmaceutical research.
Cell Viability Assays : These assays measure the health and functionality of cells in response to different compounds, providing insights into cytotoxicity and therapeutic efficacy. They are essential for evaluating the safety of new drugs and assessing the effects of various treatments on cell survival.
3D Cell Culture Assays : Unlike traditional 2D cultures, 3D assays provide a more physiologically relevant environment for cells, enhancing the predictive power of results. This type is increasingly used in cancer research and drug testing, as it mimics in vivo conditions more closely.
Reporter Gene Assays : These assays utilize genes that produce measurable signals to assess cellular responses to stimuli or drug treatments. They are valuable for studying gene expression and signal transduction pathways, aiding in understanding cellular functions and disease mechanisms.
By Application
Drug Discovery and Development : This application segment dominates the market, as Cell Based assays are integral in identifying and validating drug targets, screening for potential candidates, and assessing their effects on cellular systems. The demand for more effective therapies drives investment in this area.
Toxicity Testing : Cell Based assays are widely used to evaluate the safety and potential toxic effects of new compounds. Regulatory bodies often require these assessments before clinical trials, making this application critical in ensuring patient safety and compliance with guidelines.
Basic Research : Researchers utilize Cell Based assays to study fundamental cellular processes, disease mechanisms, and interactions between drugs and biological systems. This segment supports various fields, including cancer biology, immunology, and neurobiology.
Personalized Medicine : As healthcare moves towards individualized treatment approaches, Cell Based assays are becoming increasingly important in developing therapies tailored to specific patient profiles. This application is expected to grow significantly as personalized medicine gains traction.
By Geography
North America : This region holds the largest market share, driven by a strong presence of pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, substantial investments in research and development, and advanced healthcare infrastructure. The U.S. is a major contributor to the growth of the Cell Based assay market.
Europe : Europe is another significant market, supported by stringent regulatory frameworks that emphasize the importance of Cell Based assays in drug development and safety testing. The region benefits from a robust pharmaceutical sector and ongoing research initiatives.
Asia-Pacific : The Asia-Pacific region is experiencing rapid growth due to increasing healthcare expenditures, a large patient population, and expanding research capabilities. Countries like China and India are emerging as key players, attracting investments in biotechnology and pharmaceuticals.
Latin America : Although smaller in comparison to other regions, the Latin American market is gradually expanding, driven by improvements in healthcare infrastructure and increasing investments in biomedical research.
Middle East and Africa : This region is witnessing slow but steady growth in the Cell Based assay market, influenced by rising healthcare needs and increased focus on research and development initiatives. Investments in biotechnology are expected to drive market growth in the coming years.
Pharma And Healthcare :
The Pharma and Healthcar segment of the Cell Based Assay Market is crucial for drug discovery and development processes. These assays facilitate the evaluation of drug efficacy and safety by providing insights into cellular responses to various compounds. Pharmaceutical companies leverage Cell Based assays to identify potential drug candidates, assess cytotoxicity, and understand disease mechanisms, particularly for chronic conditions such as cancer and diabetes. The increasing emphasis on personalized medicine further drives demand, as healthcare providers seek to tailor treatments based on individual patient profiles. Moreover, advancements in technologies such as high-throughput screening and 3D cell culture are enhancing the accuracy and relevance of these assays. Regulatory bodies also mandate extensive toxicity testing during drug development, making Cell Based assays essential for compliance. As the global pharmaceutical landscape evolves, the significance of Cell Based assays in the healthcare sector is set to expand, offering innovative solutions to improve patient outcomes and therapeutic efficacy.
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Wall Street mixed as investors assess earnings
The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq have edged higher while the Dow dropped, with the benchmark index hovering near record highs as investors parsed a mixed set of quarterly results from companies such as UnitedHealth and Bank of America.
In early trading on Tuesday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 222.22 points, or 0.52 per cent, to 42,843.00, the S&P 500 gained 4.97 points, or 0.08 per cent, to 5,864.82 and the Nasdaq Composite gained 34.53 points, or 0.19 per cent, to 18,537.21.
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Inside Renault's new 'secret weapon' with retro styling, 250-mile range and low price
Relaunching a classic model for the modern age can be a risky move. The Mini and Fiat 500 revivals of the noughties did wonders for both brands, whilst the 2002 Ford Thunderbird and De Tomaso Deauville flopped massively.
Renault has typically stayed out of reviving classic models. However, with cheaper competition from Chinese brands growing ever more present in Europe, the company is looking to their past to inspire its future.
In addition to the upcoming 5 E-Tech supermini and Twingo city car, the Paris Motor Show saw the reveal of what the company called their 'secret weapon' in the world of EVs - the return of the Renault 4.
Built between 1961 and 1993, the original Renault 4 remains the fourth best-selling car of all time, thanks in part to its low price and running costs, a simple yet quite funky design, and plenty of room for passengers and luggage alike.
To find out whether Renault's revival lives up to its legacy, I managed to have a poke around one of the examples on the company's stand at the show.
Styling:
The Renault 4 E-Tech serves as a compact electric crossover but has a lower, more supermini-like roof line. There are a few modern touches, such as black plastic around the wheel arches, painted alloy wheels, and a two-tone paintwork scheme, but the majority of styling was evidently inspired by that classic Renault design.
The front end, for example, features a black rectangular fascia that acts as a dummy grille, while the bottoms of the doors have ridges to mimic the rubbing strips on the high end Renault 4 GTLs of the late 1970s and 80s.
Another typically retro feature of the new 4 E-Tech is the optional canvas sunroof, a staple on the original. Push a button, and occupants front and rear receive plenty of fresh air. Whilst canvas roofs are never the most sensible idea in the cold climate of autumn in the UK, Renault has made efforts to cut wind noise.
The only styling cue of the new Renault 4 that I am not so keen on is the rear quarter lights. The trapezoidal design is another carry over from the original, however the decreasing roofline means it is a completely different size to the rest of the windows.
Interior:
Seeing how much inspiration the Renault 4 E-Tech took from the classic model, I was half expecting to find a dashboard-mounted gearstick for drive modes and a large shelf in place of a conventional glovebox. However, things inside the new Renault 4 are actually very modern, featuring a connected instrument panel and touch screen and, on the passenger side, a light-up badge.
The quality of the interior is also very pleasant, with the seats and parts of the dashboard coated in recycled denim and a black quilted textile, complete with splashes of yellow to help liven the interior up.
Nevertheless, for drivers who think the interior is a little too bland, Renault has also announced a sizable range of 3D printed accessories, mostly offering new storage compartments with different themes and even a wicker basket owners can use to store baguettes.
Practicality:
Despite using the same AmpR platform as the 5 E-Tech, Renault claims that the 4 is a genuine five-seater model. Whilst I would have reservations about travelling in the middle seat on a long haul trip, there was a very reasonable amount of legroom and width for a car of this size.
That said, when sitting in the front or back, I found that headroom was quite limited, causing me to slouch somewhat in a bid to feel more comfortable. I did, at least, appreciate the smartphone holsters, found above the standard map pockets on the front seat backs.
Nonetheless, the 4 E-Tech does boast a 420-litre boot - about 100 more litres than the Smart #1, but about 40 less than the Hyundai Kona Electric. Drivers looking for more space can also delve underneath the standard boot floor to find a 35-litre box that can easily be washed, and on left-hand-drive models, fold the front passenger seat to get 2.2 metres worth of flat load space - ideal for the odd surfboard!
Features:
The original 4 was hardly a luxury car - the high-end Deluxe version boasted features such as two windscreen washers and an electric fan. In comarison, the new model comes as standard with a 10-inch central multimedia screen (complete with Google and Renault's OpenR Link system), an additional 10.1-inch touchscreen on most models, and an optional nine-speaker Harman Kardon sound system that was co-designed by master of the synthesizer Jean-Michel Jarre.
One of the more unique features of the new 4 is Reno, the company's latest voice-activated assistant. However, in addition to the conventional voice-controlled features, such as being able to switch on the air conditioning and change driving modes, Reno is programmed to answer the 200 questions most frequently asked by drivers.
These include how to set up various features, ways and means of improving range, and general motoring tips, such as changing a wheel. For any other questions, the system also uses Chat GPT and is accessible through a smartphone app.
Peformance:
Sharing the same platform as the Renault 5 E-Tech, the new 4 will feature a 52kWh battery made from nickel manganese cobalt (NMC). Compared to lithium ion, which is used for most EV batteries, Renault says that the NMC battery offers better energy density, resulting in smaller, lighter power packs.
The Renault 4 will be able to cover up to 248 miles on a single charge, about par with the Jeep Avenger and slightly more than the Volvo EX30. The new 4 will also take advantage of Renault's AC bi-directional charging system, meaning drivers can use the battery to power various appliances or even send unnecessary energy back to the grid.
However, unlike the original, which could barely scrape past 60mph, the 150bhp motor in the new 4 will accelerate from 0-62mph in a very respectable 8.5 seconds and reach an electronically limited top speed of 93mph.
Conclusion:
While a little more interior room would be appreciated, the new Renault 4 generally fulfils the same requirements as the original in providing simple and characterful transportation for all.
Given the interest from visitors, including French President Emmanuel Macron, there is no doubt that the Renault 4 E-Tech will be a hit with buyers in France. However, with a competitive price, I imagine it will sell favourably in the UK too.
Currently, Renault are keeping quiet about prices on either side of the channel, but a base model at under £28,000 is speculated. If it can be achieved, the 4 would undercut rivals from Volvo, Hyundai, and even MG.
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https://www.express.co.uk/life-style/cars/1962301/renault-4-electric-retro-styling-paris-review
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Gang member convicted of killing trans woman in Stone Mountain on the run
DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. - A jury has found two men guilty of murder in the 2021 shooting death of Skyler Gilmore, a transgender woman, at an apartment complex in Stone Mountain. DeKalb County District Attorney Sherry Boston announced the convictions on Oct. 4.
The defendants, JaQuan Brooks, 25, and Davonte Fore, 26, were found guilty of multiple charges, including malice murder, felony murder, aggravated assault, and firearm-related offenses.
The investigation revealed that both men, members of a local gang, were ordered to kill Gilmore after it was discovered she had been involved with another gang member.
Gilmore, whose legal name was Chase Gilmore, was found unresponsive with a gunshot wound to her torso in her apartment on South Hairston Road just before 2 a.m. on June 4, 2021.
According to police, a friend of Gilmore's rushed to the scene after Gilmore called her moments after being shot.
Surveillance footage and cell phone data linked Brooks and Fore to the crime, showing them entering the apartment complex in a white Nissan Rogue.
Brooks was taken into custody following the verdict, while Fore, who was released on bond earlier this year, fled during the trial and is now considered a fugitive.
A sentencing hearing for both men will be scheduled in the coming weeks.
Authorities are urging anyone with information on Fore’s whereabouts to contact the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office Fugitive Unit at 404-298-8402.
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Loose Women star Christine Lampard delighted fans on Tuesday with the sweetest snapshot of her son, Freddie.
The charming picture, which Christine shared to Instagram, showed Freddie, three, dressed in a navy football top, white sports shorts and teeny football boots. Seemingly taking after his football star father, the youngster also had a matching blue football with him as he picked his way across a leaf-strewn field.
Much like his older sister, Patricia, Freddie could also be seen rocking an unruly mop of brunette curls – a trait inherited from their mother, Christine.
In her caption, the mother-of-two penned: "Standing out @franklampard."
Christine's fans and friends inundated the comments section with heartwarming messages. "Can't beat these treasured moments," wrote one, while a second noted: "I can't believe how grown-up your children have got beautiful," and a third chimed in: "Once a blue always a blue," in reference to Frank's former team, Chelsea F.C.
Christine and Frank tied the knot in December 2015 and later welcomed Patricia in 2018 and youngest Freddie in 2021.
Aside from Patricia and Freddie, Christine is also a doting stepmother to Frank's two daughters Isla, 18, and Luna, 16, from his past relationship with Elen Rivas.
The blended family share the sweetest bond, with Christine telling Woman & Home magazine: "My two think their big sisters are the best thing ever. You can see them show off a little bit when they're around."
Elsewhere she told the publication: "Being part of a blended family is lovely. I don't remember life before it now. When I first met Isla and Luna, they were two and four - now they're 16 and almost 18, and have just taken their GCSEs and A Levels."
Christine's family update comes after she shared a major career update. Earlier this month, it was announced that the presenter will take on a new hosting role for a podcast titled Not Just Football.
Frank Lampard's wife will join sports presenters Kelly Cates and Hayley McQueen, with the trio joining forces to discuss various football-related topics with fresh spins.
Speaking about joining the podcast, Christine said: "I am really delighted to be joining this new show. I love diving into all the hot topics of the moment, especially when it comes to football.
"It's a sport that connects people from all walks of life, whether you're a diehard fan or just someone who enjoys the energy of a big game. It's a huge part of my life and I can't wait to share that passion and spark great conversations, as part of this new project with Hayley and Kelly."
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Hayek Kallen Investment Management acquired a new stake in shares of Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA – Free Report) during the third quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor acquired 1,653 shares of the electric vehicle producer’s stock, valued at approximately $432,000.
A number of other institutional investors and hedge funds have also recently modified their holdings of the stock. Arkfeld Wealth Strategies L.L.C. raised its position in Tesla by 11.1% in the 3rd quarter. Arkfeld Wealth Strategies L.L.C. now owns 2,674 shares of the electric vehicle producer’s stock worth $669,000 after purchasing an additional 267 shares during the period. Iams Wealth Management LLC grew its stake in shares of Tesla by 68.8% during the third quarter. Iams Wealth Management LLC now owns 6,840 shares of the electric vehicle producer’s stock valued at $1,790,000 after buying an additional 2,789 shares during the last quarter. Creative Planning raised its holdings in shares of Tesla by 28.3% in the third quarter. Creative Planning now owns 896,484 shares of the electric vehicle producer’s stock worth $221,677,000 after buying an additional 197,839 shares during the period. Wesbanco Bank Inc. lifted its stake in shares of Tesla by 399.8% during the 3rd quarter. Wesbanco Bank Inc. now owns 30,074 shares of the electric vehicle producer’s stock worth $7,868,000 after acquiring an additional 24,057 shares during the last quarter. Finally, CX Institutional boosted its holdings in Tesla by 2.4% during the 3rd quarter. CX Institutional now owns 60,211 shares of the electric vehicle producer’s stock valued at $15,753,000 after acquiring an additional 1,435 shares during the period. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 66.20% of the company’s stock.
Tesla Stock Performance
Tesla stock traded up $0.12 during mid-day trading on Tuesday, reaching $219.28. 41,268,980 shares of the company traded hands, compared to its average volume of 94,926,172. Tesla, Inc. has a fifty-two week low of $138.80 and a fifty-two week high of $271.00. The firm’s fifty day moving average is $225.84 and its two-hundred day moving average is $204.27. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.08, a current ratio of 1.91 and a quick ratio of 1.40. The company has a market capitalization of $699.33 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 55.69, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 6.48 and a beta of 2.29.
Insider Buying and Selling
In related news, CFO Vaibhav Taneja sold 8,000 shares of the stock in a transaction that occurred on Monday, September 23rd. The shares were sold at an average price of $250.00, for a total value of $2,000,000.00. Following the transaction, the chief financial officer now owns 105,032 shares in the company, valued at approximately $26,258,000. This represents a 0.00 % decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through this link. In related news, SVP Xiaotong Zhu sold 297 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Friday, September 6th. The stock was sold at an average price of $221.77, for a total transaction of $65,865.69. Following the sale, the senior vice president now directly owns 67,491 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $14,967,479.07. This trade represents a 0.00 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available at this hyperlink. Also, CFO Vaibhav Taneja sold 8,000 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Monday, September 23rd. The shares were sold at an average price of $250.00, for a total value of $2,000,000.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the chief financial officer now directly owns 105,032 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $26,258,000. The trade was a 0.00 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The disclosure for this sale can be found here. Insiders sold 74,661 shares of company stock valued at $16,663,291 over the last quarter. 25.10% of the stock is currently owned by company insiders.
Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades
Several research firms have recently weighed in on TSLA. Truist Financial lifted their target price on Tesla from $215.00 to $236.00 and gave the stock a “hold” rating in a research report on Thursday, October 3rd. Mizuho lifted their price objective on shares of Tesla from $180.00 to $230.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a report on Friday, July 12th. Cantor Fitzgerald restated a “neutral” rating and issued a $245.00 target price on shares of Tesla in a research note on Monday, October 7th. Royal Bank of Canada lifted their price target on shares of Tesla from $224.00 to $236.00 and gave the company an “outperform” rating in a research note on Tuesday, October 8th. Finally, Wells Fargo & Company reissued an “underweight” rating and issued a $120.00 price objective on shares of Tesla in a research note on Monday, July 1st. Nine investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, seventeen have assigned a hold rating and thirteen have given a buy rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat.com, the stock currently has an average rating of “Hold” and a consensus target price of $210.72.
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Tesla Profile
Tesla, Inc designs, develops, manufactures, leases, and sells electric vehicles, and energy generation and storage systems in the United States, China, and internationally. The company operates in two segments, Automotive, and Energy Generation and Storage. The Automotive segment offers electric vehicles, as well as sells automotive regulatory credits; and non-warranty after-sales vehicle, used vehicles, body shop and parts, supercharging, retail merchandise, and vehicle insurance services.
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(ATLANTA) — Early in-person voting kicks off in Georgia on Tuesday as uncertainty over new election rule changes looms large in one of the crucial states that will decide this year’s presidential election.
Georgia counties will provide early in-person voting for at least 16 days, with some counties offering an extra voting day on Sunday. Nov. 1 will be the last day of early in-person voting.
The commencement of Georgia’s three-week period for early voting comes as the Georgia state election board recently passed sweeping new changes to the state’s election system, including how votes are tabulated.
Over the summer, the Republican-controlled State Election Board passed a rule requiring all ballots to be hand counted on election night, prompting legal challenges and pushback from both major parties as officials warned about potential delays in reporting results.
Georgia’s Attorney General Chris Carr, a Republican, told the board it was operating outside of its authority, and warned that the rule changes were likely not lawful. Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign joined a lawsuit from Georgia Democrats suing to block the last-minute rule changes.
Fulton County Superior Court Judge Thomas A. Cox Jr. scheduled hearings this week to hear about the lawsuits challenging the new rules, including the hand-counting provision and new rules that expand access to poll watchers.
Another prominent Republican in the state, Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger, also promised that while Georgia law mandates certification on Nov. 12, he raised concerns about potential false claims that could arise as potential reporting delays linger.
“Everything we’ve been fighting for since 2020 has been to give the voter quicker, you know, responses, quicker results, and that’s why we’re going to post all the early votes by 8 p.m,” Raffensperger said in an interview with the Washington Post on Monday.
“Well, this now drags on for the final 30 percent until one, two, three, or four o’clock in the morning.” he said. “Really, that just becomes a breeding ground for conspiracy theories, and so we don’t support it, but the judge will make that determination. We’ll find out. We’ll follow the law.”
Georgia voters will already face changes this election cycle due to the state’s Election Integrity Act, SB 202, passed in 2021, which adds more verification for voters requesting absentee ballots, limits the amount of ballot drop box locations, and, in one of the most controversial rule changes, the law now makes it a misdemeanor to give away food or water within 150 feet of a polling place or within 25 feet of a voter in line.
Advocates of the rule change argue that those rule changes will provide more transparency to the election process and have been set in place well before November’s election so poll workers and voters have had time to understand the changes.
However, Democrats have repeatedly attempted to block provisions of the law, claiming that the strict rules on identification will disenfranchise voters and criminalize portions of the election process.
Candidates are educating their voters about the new voting landscape in Georgia, emphasizing how crucial turnout will be in the state.
Former President Bill Clinton spent time in middle Georgia on Sunday and Monday, focusing on mobilizing supporters in rural areas for Vice President Kamala Harris.
“They’ve been able to make it easier for states that agree with them to make it harder for people to vote, but not impossible, and Georgia has more experience than almost any other state in climbing those barriers and breaching them,” he said at a campaign stop in Columbus on Monday.
Former President Donald Trump will mark the start of early voting in Georgia with a series of campaign stops on Tuesday. He will first tape a Fox News town hall focused on women’s issues before delivering remarks at a rally in Atlanta.
The Harris campaign is deploying surrogates around the state on Tuesday and the vice president is expected to visit the state later this week as polling shows an extremely tight race in the Peach State — which helped secure President Joe Biden’s victory in 2020 after it narrowly flipped in favor of Democrats.
According to polling forecasts from 538, a victory in Georgia for either campaign would be pivotal to ensuring an electoral victory, which would give Trump around a 3-in-4 shot at winning the presidency and Harris about a 9-in-10 chance of becoming the next president.
That polling is reflective of how both campaigns have been prioritizing Georgia.
“If we lose Georgia, we lose the whole thing and our country goes to hell. Because we can’t have her be president of the United States. She’s grossly incompetent. We can’t let that happen,” Trump said during a rally in Atlanta in August.
Trump in recent weeks has publicly mended his relationship with Brian Kemp, the state’s popular Republican governor, after furiously lashing out at him after Kemp refused to give in to Trump’s demands in 2020 to prevent state officials from certifying the election.
Earlier this month, the two appeared together for the first time since 2020 when Trump toured the state after Hurricane Helene devastated parts of Georgia.
Harris has campaigned on the issue of abortion in Georgia, using the state’s six-week abortion ban and Trump’s role in overturning Roe vs. Wade to appeal to suburban women — a key voter bloc.
“Now we know that at least two women, and those are only the stories we know here in the state of Georgia, died, died because of a Trump abortion ban,” Harris said last month after a ProPublica report tied the deaths of two Georgia women to the state’s restrictive ban.
“This is a health care crisis, and Donald Trump is the architect. He brags about overturning Roe v. Wade in his own words, quote, ‘I did it, and I’m proud to have done it.’ He is proud, proud that women are done.”
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Besides introducing 3 new variants of the Atto 3 electric SUV, BYD India has added a new Cosmos Black Edition to the lineup
BYD India has announced an expanded product lineup for the Atto 3, featuring new variants. The range now includes the sleek Cosmos Black colour, as well as the Dynamic, Premium, and Superior trims. The Dynamic variant, in particular, carries an introductory price of Rs. 24.99 lakh (ex-showroom). It boasts a claimed driving range of 468 km on a single charge, utilising a 49.92 kWh battery pack.
The Premium and Superior variants come with an ARAI-certified driving range of 521 km and they are equipped with a 60.48 kWh battery pack. The three new variants of the BYD Atto 3 are equipped with the famed Blade Battery technology. The born electric SUV offers rapid charging from 0 per cent to 80 per cent in less than 50 minutes.
Some highlighting features are seven airbags, a panoramic sunroof, and a 360-degree holographic imaging system. The expanding dealership network of the Chinese brand comprises 26 showrooms across 23 cities. Speaking on the introduction of new variants, Rajeev Chauhan, Head of Electric Passenger Vehicles(EPV) Business at BYD India, said,
“Unveiling this extended lineup of three variants of the BYD ATTO 3 – Dynamic, Premium and Superior – is a significant milestone for us and a pivotal moment in India’s electric vehicle landscape. We have also introduced the Cosmos Black Edition, adding an element of style and colour to our new lineup. Our diversified offerings not only expand our product portfolio but also pave the way for a more inclusive EV future. We aim to make premium electric mobility accessible to a broader audience. With the launch of these new variants, we are one step closer to realizing this vision.”
BYD has achieved a remarkable milestone with 7.3 million global sales. It is a Fortune 500 firm, and consistently ranks in the Top 10 global automotive brands, according to the Kantar BrandZ Most Valuable Global Brands 2024 report, and the brand value surpasses US$10 billion. BYD remains dedicated to accelerating the transition to a greener future, aiming to ‘Cool the Earth by 1°C’.
The BYD Atto 3 competes with MG ZS EV in India and it will get a host of new midsize electric SUV rivals next year from brands like Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Tata and Toyota.
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About 20 people transported, lanes on New Jersey Turnpike northbound blocked after crash, police say
A major crash on the New Jersey Turnpike blocked multiple lanes and sent about 20 people to hospitals, county dispatchers and 511 New Jersey said.
The crash happened north of Exit 7 on the New Jersey Turnpike northbound.
There is a 3.5-mile backup due to the crash, 511NJ said on X.
Burlington County dispatchers said about 20 people were transported from the scene but there were no reported fatalities.
This is a developing story and will be updated.
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This family drop-in event from 8:30 a.m. to noon Saturday at Cape Girardeau Public Library, 711 N. Clark Ave. in Cape Girardeau, blends chalk and imagination on the sidewalks outside. Indoor fun is planned in case of rain. For more information, visit capelibrary.org/Library%20Events.aspx, call (573) 334-5279 ext. 122 or contact ys@capelibrary.org.
Cup 'n' Cork will show the 1986 movie "Running Scared" in its outdoor seating area at 11 S. Spanish St. in Cape Girardeau beginning at 8 p.m. Saturday, weather permitting. Free admission. This is part of a summer-long series, with a movie playing every Saturday night in warm weather. For more information, call (573) 651-5282.
Poems on Fire Poetry Slam! will hold its first slam poetry competition at 6 p.m. Monday at Cup 'n' Cork, 11 S. Spanish St. in Cape Girardeau. Slam poetry weaves words and high-energy performance into a powerful message. Registration begins at 5:30 p.m. Only the first 10 poets to register will be entered. Poets must read a different, original poem for each round. For more information, search Facebook for the event listing or contact Mary Christy at (573) 979-1698.
Jackson's Beyond the Metal Box program turns plain utility boxes into works of art, creating a more vibrant cityscape for all to enjoy. The Uptown Jackson Revitalization Organization is looking for individual artists, community organizations or business owners to help put art in the public realm by converting the boxes into works of art for all to see. Applications with the proposed box locations are available at www.UJRO.org, under Events. For more information, contact Susan Hahs at dsjjhahs@aol.com.
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What’s the local rap on Raptors?
On a crisp, bright October morning years ago, I helped lead a group of families on a nature walk at Robert Moses State Park. As we moved through the dunes on the boardwalk, some participants noticed a few deer browsing on the brush. They jostled for position along the railing and tried whatever they could to draw the animals closer. It was the kind of interest that naturalists love to see from program attendees.
Unfortunately, the group wasn’t there for a deer program; they were there to see birds! And as it turned out, those distracted by the deer missed a spectacular show in the blue skies above. The clear weather and good winds made it a perfect day to witness one of Long Island’s great wildlife spectacles: the fall raptor migration.
Each year, starting in mid-September, hawks, falcons, osprey, and other diurnal raptors (or “daytime carnivores”) begin their migrations from the northern U.S. and Canada to southern wintering grounds. They don’t migrate to warmer weather but rather to find reliable food. Birds that feed on rodents must move on when their food sources burrow underground for the winter. Similarly, birds that rely on fish have to fly south when fish move to deeper water. Species that feed primarily on insects or smaller birds have to move south when their prey disappears.
While raptors don’t migrate in distinct groups like songbirds or waterfowl, they tend to concentrate along natural topographic features. Ridgelines, for example, are attractive to migrating raptors because they provide constant updrafts on which the birds can soar and glide. For this reason, many of the large raptors, such as Red-tailed Hawks and Bald Eagles, tend to migrate above the long north/south mountain ridges of the Appalachian Range.
But many raptors, such as falcons, also migrate along coastlines. Because they have an aversion to flying over large bodies of water, they hug the coast and take advantage of the reliable updrafts the ocean provides. This explains why Long Island is a great place to see migrating raptors, especially on the South Shore’s barrier islands.
Birds moving out of New England hit the Atlantic Ocean as they fly south over Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Instead of continuing over open water, they make a right turn and follow the coast, which brings them to the eastern tip of Long Island. They then follow our southern coast before skipping across the apex of the New York Bight to continue their journey along New Jersey’s coastline. This migratory pattern explains why there’s an east-facing observation platform at the end of Robert Moses State Park. And why it’s generally unoccupied in the winter, spring, and summer.
This time of year, you’re almost sure to see a few people sitting on the platform with their binoculars and scopes fixed on the eastern sky. They’re likely members of FIRE – the Fire Island Raptor Enumerators – an organization dedicated to monitoring and conserving raptor species.
Each fall since 1982 (43 years!), the FIRE volunteers have watched the birds at the barrier beach daily. They skillfully identify all passing raptors and keep careful records of their observations. When compiled and combined with information from other monitoring locations, FIRE’s records help scientists monitor the overall health of raptor populations.
Their data, available on their website (battaly.com/fire), also provides a compelling window into the spectacular show on the barrier islands each fall. For example, last year, on October 13, FIRE’s volunteers recorded 140 Merlin and 148 American Kestrels in a single morning! And these are not birds that are easily attracted to backyard birdfeeders – they’re falcons, fast, agile hunters that can be difficult to find most times of year! And unlike larger raptors, these smaller species fly relatively low, sometimes just above the brush. They can pass at practically eye level when you’re on the tower or the boardwalk!
The fall raptor migration can be a dramatic and exciting event, with hundreds and sometimes thousands of these spectacular birds moving across our region in waves. And they’re usually not alone; the barrier islands host a “river of migration” this time of year, with shorebirds, songbirds, waterfowl, dragonflies, and Monarch butterflies also making their way south.
If you head out to catch the wonder of the fall migration, try not to be too distracted by the deer – you might miss the real show.
Nature Matters is a regular column of the Seatuck Environmental Association, a nonprofit dedicated to conserving Long Island wildlife and the environment. Visit seatuk.org for more information about the organization’s conservation initiatives and educational programming.
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The Pixel 9's upgraded Audio Magic Eraser is coming to the Pixel 8 series
- The Pixel 9 family’s upgraded Audio Magic Eraser feature is coming to the Pixel 8 series.
- The feature now lets you increase the volume of specific sounds and separates the voices of different people.
The Google Pixel 9 phones introduced an upgraded Audio Magic Eraser feature back in August, but you were out of luck at the time if you wanted this upgraded experience on the Pixel 8 series. Fortunately, that’s changing due to the latest Pixel Drop.
Google has announced that the improved Audio Magic Eraser feature is coming to the Pixel 8 series. More specifically, this tweaked feature is coming to the Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, and the mid-range Pixel 8a.
Audio Magic Eraser debuted on the Pixel 8 series and allowed you to turn down the volume of distracting sounds in a video. However, the upgraded experience lets you increase the volume of sounds too. Another notable improvement is that the tool can separate the voices of different people so you can adjust the volume of each voice independently.
Have you used Audio Magic Eraser before?
These are notable improvements over the initial release of Audio Magic Eraser and could be very useful if your subject is speaking softly or if you’d like to capture barely audible sounds (e.g. a sleeping pet).
This isn’t the only major Pixel software news today, as Google’s phones are also getting the stable Android 15 update. So between this update and the October Pixel Drop, there are plenty of additions and tweaks to get excited about.
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(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) Dublin, Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Pharmacovigilance for Drug Safety, Regulatory Affairs and PV Auditors - Broadening your Knowledge Training Course" conference has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
The importance of drug and medical device safety is paramount and the regulations and requirements applicable to the discipline of pharmacovigilance are extensive and complex.
This course has been designed for those wishing to learn more than the basics of Pharmacovigilance, who want to expand their knowledge and explore what they would like to learn next in this complex area. It will give a comprehensive overview of all aspects of PV from global pharmacovigilance and safety standards to where drug safety fits within the company. Safety reporting, adverse reactions vs adverse events, and clinical drug safety will be addressed.
It will introduce Medical Device reporting and look at both EU and FDA regulations. Pre-clinical animal and in-vitro studies will also be covered as will post-marketing drug safety. How to collect quality data and specific clinical areas such as Pregnancy and At-Risk Groups will be discussed.
Overall this course will provide a thorough and extensive overview of pharmacovigilance and will equip delegates with the ability to apply the knowledge gained to enhance their role within the company.
Who Should Attend:
This course is suitable for Pharmacovigilance (PV) personnel with up to 24 months of experience, looking to diversify their knowledge and expand their potential to move into different areas of Pharmacovigilance.
The course would also be appropriate for Auditors who want to understand more about PV and what to look out for when performing audits.
It would also be beneficial to Regulatory Affairs personnel who want to understand some of the pharmacovigilance activities that cross over into the Regulatory area.
Certifications:
CPD: 18 hours for your records Certificate of completion
Agenda:
Day 1
Background and Introduction to Pharmacovigilance
The WHO and Safety Reporting CIOMS - Function and Purpose ICH - Composition and Guidelines
Global Pharmacovigilance and Safety Standards
Definitions of Terms (ICH) used in Pharmacovigilance Adverse reactions versus Adverse events Serious and Non-serious - definitions Expected or unexpected reactions or events Expedited reporting
Global Pharmacovigilance and Safety Standards (continued)
Pharmacovigilance and its Role in Other Departments
Pharmacovigilance - Where does it fit in the Company? Medical Information and Drug Safety Regulatory Dept. and Drug Safety Clinical and Drug Safety Commercial, Marketing and Drug Safety
Clinical Drug Safety
Basic principles - key features for capturing Drug Safety data Case Record Form Design and Data Capture Data Management and Drug Safety - Clinical versus Safety Databases Assessment of Individual Serious Adverse Event Reports
Post Marketing Drug Safety
Differences in Clinical and Post Marketing Drug Safety European Marketing Safety and Causality Post Marketing Safety in the USA Post-Marketing Safety in Japan
Day 2
Causality Assessments in Pharmacovigilance
Assessments for Clinical Safety and Causality Post Marketing Safety and Causality Causality Definitions Company versus Reporter Causality Pros and Cons of Causality Definitions
Pre-Clinical Animal and In vitro Studies
ICH Guidelines and Animal and In vitro Studies EU and FDA regulations and Animal Studies Toxicity Studies Genotoxicity, mutagenicity and Carcinogenicity Studies
MedDRA - Introductory
Background Information concerning the Introduction of MedDRA The MSSO and MedDRA MedDRA Coding capabilities and approaches MedDRA Versions and Development of the Dictionary Old Dictionaries and Data Conversion
Collecting Good Quality Safety Information
Why the need for good Quality Safety Information? What constitutes good safety information? Differing regulations concerning safety data collection requirements Designing a system to collect good quality information
The Blinded Study and Safety Reporting
Definition of a Blinded Study Blinded Studies involving Company Products, Comparator Products and Placebo Regulations and Guidelines for Blinded Study Safety Reporting Unblinding and Emergency Unblinding Blinding and Biometrics
An Introduction to Medical Device Reporting
Definition of a Medical Device Safety Reporting of Medical Devices FDA Regulations Concerning Medical Devices and Safety EU Regulations Concerning Medical Devices and Safety
Day 3
The Need for Capturing Pregnancy Data
Pregnancy Information Sources Pregnancy Data Forms, data capture and appearance in Safety Reviews Regulations concerning pregnancy data capture
Drug Safety and At-Risk Groups
Regulations and Guidelines in Connection with At-Risk Groups Analysis of Data from at-Risk Groups Identification of at-Risk Groups Reporting new findings concerning at-risk groups
Medical Aspects of Liver Disease and Hepatic Adverse Drug Reactions
Basic Physiology and Definitions Common Liver Conditions Drug Effects on the Liver Pharmacovigilance evaluations with Hepatic ADRs
Medical Aspects of Renal Adverse Drug Reactions
Basic Renal Physiology Drug Induced Renal Disease Renal Disease and ADRs Renal Function and Dosing in relation to ADRs
Medical Aspects of Haematological and Immunological Adverse Drug Reactions
Blood Composition and Normal values Mechanism of action of Drugs on Blood Parameters Type A and B reactions
Medical Aspects of Cardiovascular Disease and Adverse Drug Reactions
Basic Physiology and Heart Rhythm QT Interval Prolongation and Drugs Cardiovascular Disease and Drugs - contraindications Drug Induced Cardiac ADRs
Speakers:
Graeme Ladds
Director
PharSafer Associates Ltd.
Graeme Ladds, Director of PharSafer, has over 22 years' experience working in the pharmaceutical industry. Having started his career at Ashbourne Pharmaceuticals in 1989 as Head of Drug Safety & Medical Information, Graeme went on to become Head of Global Pharmacovigilance at Shire Pharmaceuticals.
The last 11 years have been spent in his consultancy company, PharSafer Associates Ltd. During this time, Graeme has been involved in establishing pharmacovigilance in companies, performing audits across Europe and the USA, SOP writing, acting as QP for companies, and helping with regulatory inspections.
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Outstanding invoices go unpaid as businesses squeezed
More businesses are struggling to pay outstanding invoices to suppliers though the proportion falling behind is still below pre-pandemic levels.
Wednesday's risk update from CreditorWatch suggests lacklustre consumer spending and elevated costs of doing business have firms paying late at the highest rate since March 2021.
The rate of payments more than 60 days in arrears was up more than 20 per cent year-on-year.
Yet the proportion of firms falling into arrears remains lower than experienced pre-COVID-19 - a time when businesses felt the squeeze as banks tightened lending standards following a royal commission.
"This suggests a softer economy at the present time, but not an especially weak economy, overall, albeit with some significant variations in conditions by sector," the debt monitoring firm says in its September business risk indicator.
Information, media and telecommunications businesses experienced the highest rates of late payment, followed by the electricity, gas, water and waste services industry.
Consumer-facing sectors, such as hospitality, have also been under pressure, with the federal government's caps on foreign students thought to bruise education and training providers in coming months.
"The rural sector also has been doing well after three favourable seasons in a row, but lower commodity prices, especially for beef, could be expected to see increased pressures in coming months," CreditorWatch says in its report.
The firm's chief economist, Ivan Colhoun, highlighted a number of promising signals for businesses, including "tentative signs" tax cuts were helping to support consumer spending.
Lower interest rates would further support economic activity yet the economist was not expecting cuts until early 2025 based on the Reserve Bank of Australia's posturing.
Interest rate cuts in other countries and a major Chinese economic stimulus package had improved chances of a soft landing.
"(A global soft landing is) where inflation moderates, unemployment does not rise significantly, and most economies experience slower growth but not recession," Mr Colhoun said.
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