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PLANO, Texas, Oct. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For far too long, the world of healthcare workforce management has grown stagnant. Those days are gone, as
staffdna® has transformed the industry. With the launch of its ground-breaking digital marketplace, staffdna® has reinvented how clients and candidates find each other. StaffDNA® empowers direct communication between the client and candidate, offers unparalleled efficiencies, and gives real-time market data leading to smarter decision-making on contingent labor.
Through the staffdna® client app , facilities have direct access to fully vetted candidates to meet their staffing needs. Clients see real-time availability of healthcare professionals. Clients now have access to market data to make better decisions for contingent staffing. Clients are given tools to create a radius, based on their location, that provides them with data on average bill rates, the number of openings that exist by staff, travel, and per diem job types, and salary information for staff. This lets the facility know if they're overpaying or underpaying for nursing, allied, physician, or advanced practice positions.
StaffDNA® uses industry-leading technology to establish efficiencies for facilities. StaffDNA® can integrate with a hospital's float pool software, revolutionizing how float pools are managed. In a single app, facilities can now view their staff, as well as external, vetted candidates, who they can directly communicate with.
"StaffDNA® has ushered in a new age that revolutionizes how facilities get direct access to fully vetted candidates on demand at digital speed like never before," said Sheldon Arora, company CEO.
StaffDNA® allows clients to leverage market data, communicate with candidates, and hire them rapidly. The self-service on-demand platform leads to enormous cost–savings and efficiencies the likes of which the industry has not seen. Embrace the future of workforce management with staffdna®.
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created the industry's first Digital Marketplace for Healthcare Careers®, a patent-pending platform that connects employers and employees. Those looking for the highest-paying nursing, allied, therapy, physician, and advanced practice jobs can now see fully transparent pay and job details. Employers can directly see the availability of these healthcare professionals and connect with them in one app. The platform supports all job types, temporary, staff, and per diem, in an array of settings nationwide. The company has won over 50 national, regional, and local awards in a variety of categories. These include being ranked on the nation's fastest-growing private companies list by Inc. 5000 , being one of the Best Staffing Firms to Work for by the Staffing Industry Analysts , and being recognized as a World-Changing Technology by Fast Company .
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World's most controversial car - smart design but 'thirsty' and 'awful to drive'
Launched almost 50 years ago, the AMC Pacer remains one of the ugliest and most controversial cars on the road, despite having a clever design.
Car design can be a particularly subjective topic, with petrol heads worldwide having heated debates over what is the most beautiful model.
However, whilst beauty is in the eye of the beholder, there are a number of cars that the vast majority of motorists regard as having styling that only its designer could love.
Whilst many models over the years have fallen into this category, the motoring publication Autocar recently highlighted the AMC Pacer as one of the biggest lemons in automotive history.
Built from 1975 to 1980, the little Pacer had quite a lengthy life compared to most American models of the era, with around 280,000 being produced.
However, despite having an unusual premise the brand hoped would be to the taste of family buyers, public opinion of the little AMC soon turned sour, causing many to look back with more regret than fondness.
The AMC Pacer was created in response to the oil crisis of 1973, which saw the cost of petrol and diesel practically double and many American motorists ditch their locally-made gas guzzlers for economical import models, such as the Volkswagen Beetle and original Honda Civic.
AMC, then the owners of Jeep, decided that they should create an Americanised economy car that was short in length but retained a width of nearly two metres in a bid to offer owners plenty of interior space.
Combined with the jellybean-like styling, featuring small, recessed headlights that contrasted with large, curved glass panels for better visibility, the AMC Pacer's proportions were unlike anything else on the road.
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Initially advertised as 'the first wide small car', the AMC Pacer began life as a runaway success, with nearly 150,000 being sold in its first 12 months on the market.
However, once the few owners that appreciated its styling had bought their example, interest in the AMC quickly faded. This was not helped by road tests, which reported that the extra weight caused by all of the glass panels made it both dull to drive and, ironically, incredibly thirsty compared to economical models.
Whilst production continued until December 1979, AMC soon began pushing the Pacer to the back of showrooms, instead tempting potential customers with the more conventional Gremlin and the imported Renault 5 'Le Car'. Pacers that remained on the road were often derided, particularly in TV shows and films such as Wayne's World.
Despite the AMC Pacer being a flop on the market, Autocar highlighted that it was far from being the only lemon on the roads. The organisation also criticised the Austin Allegro, a small saloon made in the UK from 1973 until 1982 that quickly gained a poor reputation for its somewhat frumpy looks, lack of a rear hatchback and questionable build quality.
However, the company noted that some models that were once hated have managed to stand the test of time. This included the original Fiat Multipla, a model originally hated for its unconventional styling but is now gaining collectable status.
They also praised the original Lada 1200 from the Soviet Union for its sturdy build quality and simplicity, despite once being the butt of almost all motoring jokes.
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A Minnesota horticulture teacher remained the reigning champion Monday of an annual pumpkin-weighing contest in Northern California where his massive gourds have won the top prize four years in a row.
Travis Gienger, of Anoka, Minnesota, beat his closest competitor by 6 pounds (2.7 kilograms) to clinch the victory at the 51st World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off in Half Moon Bay, south of San Francisco.
His winning gourd came in at 2,471 pounds (1,121 kilograms), falling short of the world record he set last year with a pumpkin weighing 2,749 pounds (1,247 kilograms).
Gienger, 44, said that as he has done in the past, he focused on having healthy soil and well-fed plants but that a cold fall with record-breaking rain likely impacted his pumpkin's growth.
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"It takes a lot of good soil biology, good soil health and a lot of work in the beginning to get it this big," said Gienger. He also constructed a tent over the pumpkin to get it growing early.
“We had really, really tough weather and somehow, some way, I kept on working," Gienger said. “I had to work for this one, and we got it done at the end, but it wasn’t by much.”
Gienger and his family drove his gargantuan gourd for 35 hours to California.
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He said the giant pumpkin's next stop will be in Southern California, where a team of professional carvers will do a 3D carve on it at a Halloween event.
In addition to a cash prize of $9 per pound for the winning gourd, which amounts to $22,239, Gienger will also receive a championship ring and a coveted Mel Mello Sr. Grand Champion Growers Jacket.
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Mark Harmon has officially made his semi-return to the NCIS franchise with NCIS: Origins, a prequel series centering around his character, Leroy Jethro Gibbs.
The 73-year-old acts as the series' producer and narrator, but doesn't star in it, with franchise newcomer Austin Stowell stepping in to play the young Gibbs, with the series officially premiering on Monday, October 14.
The actor, 39, spoke with People about the "tremendous honor" of filling Gibbs' shoes and his relationship with Mark as the show finally hits the air.
"I knew that I had something that I could bring to the role and I knew I had something inside me that felt very Gibbs-esque, and so to be tapped to play the guy is absolutely a confidence booster," he shared. "It's something that I take a lot of pride in."
Austin spoke about diving deep into NCIS lore to pick up certain "Gibbs-isms" and fully embody the iconic character. "There are certain things that Mark does, and they are different to his other characters that he's portrayed."
"And so I wanted to embody as much of that as I could and decide, okay, if this is day one with Gibbs, how many of these behaviors are innate to him, and how many of them get learned over time? And so that was fun."
Austin also shared insight into what the actor is like behind-the-scenes, showcasing a more nurturing side to him outside of the tough and steadfast character he brought to life on screen for over a decade.
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"He always starts off his conversations with, 'Do you need anything?' That is so disarming," Austin remarked. "The guy is a global superstar. He could make it very uncomfortable for people to be around him. Certainly."
"I mean, for me, a guy who is stepping into the shoes of the character that he created and has become beloved and for everybody else that's around here. That goes for the crew. He treats everyone with such respect."
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Mark, for his part, immediately felt the star power radiating from Austin. “I felt the room jump a little when Austin came in, before he said anything. He walked out and someone said, 'I'll just say it, that's a movie star.'"
When asked what he considered his favorite thing about creating the show, Austin gushed: "We've all worked really hard at this and we're trying to get it right. It looks beautiful. I [am] just really happy for all of our crew, that it's going to be something that we're all going to be proud of… I've gotten to know them, so many, really intimately, I know about their kids and their plans for the weekends."
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"It's not lost on me that a big part of that responsibility is to keep everybody at work. I like that responsibility. It gives me great purpose. I don't just go to work for me, I go to work with everyone… I've been able to concentrate on what I need to concentrate on because I do feel like I have a safety net."
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(NEW YORK) With just weeks to go until the presidential election, a Georgia judge has ruled that certification of election results by county officials in the state is “mandatory” — a new ruling that is likely to be heralded by election experts amid rising fears that rogue election officials could seek to delay or decline to certify results after Election Day due to allegations of fraud or error.
“Election superintendents in Georgia have a mandatory fixed obligation to certify election results,” the order states.
Judge Robert McBurney, as part of an ongoing election case, found that the law is clear: “the superintendent must certify and must do so by a certain time.”
“There are no exceptions,” he wrote in the Monday night ruling.
The ruling comes after Georgia’s controversial State Election Board recently passed new rules that some voting rights activists are concerned would cause chaos in the certification process. One of those new rules allows election officials to conduct a “reasonable inquiry” prior to certification.
Specifically, McBurney’s ruling Monday noted that certification by the county superintendents must occur, even in the case where there are concerns about fraud or error.
“While the superintendent must investigate concerns about miscounts and must report those concerns to a prosecutor if they persist after she investigates, the existence of those concerns, those doubts, and those worries is not cause to delay or decline certification,” McBurney wrote. “That is simply not an option for this particular ministerial function in the superintendent’s broader portfolio of functions.”
Broadly, McBurney noted that the election officials must still certify the results, but report concerns to authorities:
“And if in the course of her canvassing, counting, and investigating, a superintendent should discover what appears to her to be fraud or systemic error, she still must count all votes — despite the perceived fraud — and report her concerns about fraud or error to the appropriate district attorney,” the judge wrote.
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This Android gaming handheld rivals the ROG Ally and Steam Deck
- AYN has announced the Odin 2 Portal, a 7-inch Android gaming handheld.
- It packs a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and a 120Hz AMOLED panel.
- The size makes it a good Android-based alternative to the ROG Ally and Steam Deck.
It’s been a fantastic year for retro gaming handhelds, with devices from Retroid, Ayaneo, and others flooding the market with a range of affordable and high-performance models. Now, AYN is looking to take things to the next level with the Odin 2 Portal.
The newly announced model features a sleek design with an all-glass front that looks more like a phone than a handheld, plus a huge 7-inch 120Hz 1080p AMOLED display. It looks similar to the recent Retroid Pocket 5, which has a 5.5-inch OLED screen, but larger and quite a bit more powerful. Performance-wise, it should compete directly with the Ayaneo Pocket EVO, which also just went up for preorder.
For now, all we have is an announcement video (seen above) and a “coming soon” page on Indiegogo, but it appears to stop just short of being a generational upgrade for the Odin lineup. It uses the same Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor as the Odin 2 and Odin Mini, with the primary upgrade being the larger, more premium screen.
If you've been holding out for a larger retro gaming handheld, this might be the one to get.
The Odin 2 Portal’s size means it isn’t as portable, but it could make it a great alternative to the ROG Ally and Steam Deck OLED, which have 7-inch and 7.4-inch displays, respectively. The main difference is that this one runs Android, while those two run Windows and Linux. Considering the chipset, it should also be significantly lighter, cheaper, and provide better battery life, but we’ll have to wait for more details before drawing any conclusions.
The ecosystem of emulators on Android is now reaching full maturity, with even some Windows titles playable via Winlator. If you’ve been holding out for a larger retro gaming handheld, this might be the one to get. If not, it might also lead to a price drop on the current Odin lineup.
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Exploring the Hyundai Exter: Where space and practicality converge for an enhanced driving pleasure
In the crowded landscape of micro SUVs, the Hyundai Exter emerges as a standout with its clever fusion of practicality and stylish design. Introduced midway through last year, this vehicle has quickly garnered attention for its spacious interior and functional features, redefining expectations in its class.
The Hyundai Exter represents Hyundai’s commitment to delivering a vehicle that caters to the needs of modern urban dwellers. Its compact dimensions make it perfectly suited for city driving, allowing easy maneuverability through tight spaces and crowded streets. Yet, the Exter does not compromise on interior space, offering a surprisingly roomy cabin that can comfortably accommodate passengers and cargo alike.
Exterior Design
- Sleek and Compact: The Hyundai Exter boasts a modern exterior design that is both sleek and compact, with dimensions measuring 3,815 mm in length, 1,710 mm in width, and 1,631 mm in height. This clever design ensures the Exter remains nimble in urban environments while offering a surprisingly roomy cabin that maximizes every inch of space.
The exterior of the Hyundai Exter is a testament to Hyundai’s design prowess. Its sleek lines and compact form are complemented by bold design elements that give it a distinct road presence. The aerodynamic silhouette not only enhances the vehicle’s aesthetics but also contributes to its fuel efficiency, making it an economical choice for city driving.
Spacious Interior
- Ample Space: Step inside the Hyundai Exter, and you’re welcomed by an expansive and well-thought-out interior. The cabin is designed to provide ample headroom and legroom for all occupants.
- Comfortable Seating: The front seats are ergonomically designed to offer exceptional comfort, making long drives enjoyable. For passengers in the rear, the Exter provides generous space, comfortably accommodating three adults with plenty of legroom and headroom.
Inside the Exter, the focus is on providing a comfortable and versatile space for all occupants. The thoughtfully designed cabin ensures that passengers enjoy a pleasant ride, regardless of the journey’s length. High-quality materials and attention to detail create a premium feel, elevating the overall driving experience.
Practicality and Utility
- Versatile Cargo Area: The Hyundai Exter excels in practicality with its versatile cargo area. The trunk is spacious enough to handle everyday needs, whether it’s groceries, luggage, or sports equipment.
- Easy Access: The wide trunk opening ensures easy access, and the rear seats can be folded down to create additional space for larger items, enhancing the vehicle’s utility.
One of the standout features of the Hyundai Exter is its impressive cargo capacity. The vehicle’s design maximizes storage space without compromising passenger comfort. This makes the Exter an ideal choice for those who need a vehicle that can handle both daily commutes and weekend getaways.
Advanced Features
- Infotainment System: The eight-inch touchscreen infotainment system supports wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, allowing seamless connectivity for smartphones.
- Digital Instrument Cluster: The digital instrument cluster includes a 4.2-inch TFT display that provides essential information at a glance.
- Additional Features: Additional features such as wireless charging, an electric sunroof, and cruise control add to the vehicle’s appeal, ensuring a modern and convenient driving experience.
The Hyundai Exter is packed with advanced technology that enhances the driving experience. The infotainment system offers intuitive controls and seamless integration with smartphones, keeping drivers connected and entertained. The digital instrument cluster provides clear and concise information, ensuring that drivers can focus on the road ahead.
Convenience Enhancements
- Wireless Charging: With wireless charging capability, drivers and passengers can conveniently charge their compatible smartphones without the need for cables or adapters.
- Electric Sunroof: An electric sunroof adds a touch of luxury and enhances the driving experience by allowing natural light and fresh air to enter the cabin, providing passengers with the option to enjoy an open-air driving experience.
- Cruise Control: Cruise control allows the vehicle to maintain a constant speed set by the driver, without the need for constant acceleration or deceleration.
These convenience features are designed to make every journey in the Hyundai Exter more enjoyable. Whether it’s the ease of wireless charging or the pleasure of an open-air drive with the sunroof, these touches add to the vehicle’s overall appeal.
Safety Features
- Comprehensive Safety: Safety is a cornerstone of the Hyundai Exter’s design. The vehicle comes with 26 safety features, including six airbags as standard.
- Advanced Safety Tech: Whether navigating through city traffic or cruising on the highway, drivers can rely on Hyundai’s advanced safety tech to keep all occupants protected at all times.
Safety is a top priority in the Hyundai Exter. The vehicle is equipped with a comprehensive suite of safety features that provide peace of mind for drivers and passengers. From advanced driver assistance systems to robust structural integrity, the Exter is designed to keep everyone safe.
The Hyundai Exter’s innovative design combines stylish aesthetics with practical functionality, offering a spacious and comfortable interior without sacrificing performance or agility. With its advanced features and top-notch safety systems, the Exter has redefined what drivers can expect from a micro SUV. It is a compelling choice for those seeking a vehicle that can handle both everyday commutes and adventurous outings.
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M. Kraus & Co purchased a new position in Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:META – Free Report) in the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund purchased 362 shares of the social networking company’s stock, valued at approximately $207,000.
Several other institutional investors and hedge funds also recently added to or reduced their stakes in META. Delos Wealth Advisors LLC increased its stake in shares of Meta Platforms by 527.3% during the first quarter. Delos Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 69 shares of the social networking company’s stock worth $34,000 after acquiring an additional 58 shares during the period. POM Investment Strategies LLC purchased a new stake in Meta Platforms during the second quarter worth $38,000. Ruedi Wealth Management Inc. grew its holdings in Meta Platforms by 122.2% in the second quarter. Ruedi Wealth Management Inc. now owns 80 shares of the social networking company’s stock valued at $40,000 after purchasing an additional 44 shares during the last quarter. Richardson Financial Services Inc. grew its position in shares of Meta Platforms by 95.6% in the first quarter. Richardson Financial Services Inc. now owns 88 shares of the social networking company’s stock valued at $41,000 after purchasing an additional 43 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Kathleen S. Wright Associates Inc. acquired a new stake in shares of Meta Platforms during the 1st quarter worth about $44,000. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 79.91% of the company’s stock.
Insider Transactions at Meta Platforms
In other Meta Platforms news, CEO Mark Zuckerberg sold 150 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction on Friday, August 2nd. The shares were sold at an average price of $500.49, for a total transaction of $75,073.50. Following the completion of the transaction, the chief executive officer now owns 124,387 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $62,254,449.63. The trade was a 0.00 % decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available at the SEC website. In other news, CFO Susan J. Li sold 33,018 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, August 27th. The stock was sold at an average price of $517.94, for a total transaction of $17,101,342.92. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which can be accessed through this link. Also, CEO Mark Zuckerberg sold 150 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction on Friday, August 2nd. The shares were sold at an average price of $500.49, for a total transaction of $75,073.50. Following the completion of the sale, the chief executive officer now directly owns 124,387 shares in the company, valued at $62,254,449.63. This trade represents a 0.00 % decrease in their position. The disclosure for this sale can be found here. Over the last three months, insiders sold 249,826 shares of company stock worth $131,791,613. 13.71% of the stock is owned by insiders.
Meta Platforms Price Performance
Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META – Get Free Report) last released its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, July 31st. The social networking company reported $5.16 earnings per share for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $4.70 by $0.46. The business had revenue of $39.07 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $38.26 billion. Meta Platforms had a net margin of 34.34% and a return on equity of 34.16%. Meta Platforms’s revenue for the quarter was up 22.1% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter last year, the firm earned $3.23 EPS. Analysts forecast that Meta Platforms, Inc. will post 21.37 EPS for the current fiscal year.
Meta Platforms Announces Dividend
The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Thursday, September 26th. Stockholders of record on Monday, September 16th were given a $0.50 dividend. This represents a $2.00 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 0.34%. The ex-dividend date was Monday, September 16th. Meta Platforms’s dividend payout ratio is 11.49%.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth
A number of research analysts have recently commented on META shares. Morgan Stanley upped their price objective on shares of Meta Platforms from $550.00 to $575.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research note on Thursday, August 1st. Oppenheimer increased their price objective on shares of Meta Platforms from $525.00 to $615.00 and gave the stock an “outperform” rating in a research report on Thursday, August 1st. Jefferies Financial Group upped their target price on Meta Platforms from $565.00 to $600.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research report on Thursday, August 1st. Monness Crespi & Hardt upped their target price on shares of Meta Platforms from $570.00 to $620.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research note on Monday, September 30th. Finally, Royal Bank of Canada reaffirmed an “outperform” rating and set a $570.00 price target on shares of Meta Platforms in a research note on Thursday, August 1st. Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, three have issued a hold rating, thirty-five have assigned a buy rating and two have assigned a strong buy rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat, the company presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $613.46.
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About Meta Platforms
Meta Platforms, Inc engages in the development of products that enable people to connect and share with friends and family through mobile devices, personal computers, virtual reality headsets, and wearables worldwide. It operates in two segments, Family of Apps and Reality Labs. The Family of Apps segment offers Facebook, which enables people to share, discuss, discover, and connect with interests; Instagram, a community for sharing photos, videos, and private messages, as well as feed, stories, reels, video, live, and shops; Messenger, a messaging application for people to connect with friends, family, communities, and businesses across platforms and devices through text, audio, and video calls; and WhatsApp, a messaging application that is used by people and businesses to communicate and transact privately.
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Dr. Speron Plastic Surgery Unveils Groundbreaking Botox Advancements, Marking a New Era in Aesthetic Treatments
CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2024 /EINPresswire / -- Dr. Speron Plastic Surgery, a leading provider of advanced aesthetic and cosmetic treatments, is excited to announce the launch of a ground-breaking program, "Rewriting the Rules of Botox ." This innovative approach redefines patient expectations, offering unparalleled results in non-surgical facial rejuvenation.
Pioneering a New Era in Aesthetic Care
Botox has long been the preferred solution for reducing fine lines and wrinkles. However, Dr. Speron Plastic Surgery is raising the bar with customized treatment plans that go beyond traditional techniques. By integrating cutting-edge methods with personalized care, this new Botox experience delivers results that are more natural, effective, and tailored to each individual's unique facial structure.
What Sets This Approach Apart
Dr. Speron Plastic Surgery's revolutionary Botox treatment focuses on three key areas:
Precision and Personalization: Each Botox treatment is meticulously customized to meet the specific needs and aesthetic goals of the patient. Expert practitioners utilize advanced mapping techniques to target precise areas, ensuring optimal, natural-looking results.
Comprehensive Consultation: Education is at the core of the patient experience. Through a detailed consultation process, which includes an in-depth analysis of facial anatomy and skin condition, a bespoke treatment plan is crafted to align with the patient's vision.
Innovative Techniques: Using the latest advancements in injection technology and methodologies, discomfort is minimized while effectiveness is maximized. Dr. Speron Plastic Surgery remains committed to staying at the forefront of Botox innovations to provide patients with the best possible outcomes.
A Commitment to Excellence.
Dr. Speron Plastic Surgery is dedicated to offering a Botox treatment experience that is as unique as each patient. By combining personalized care with state-of-the-art techniques, this new approach is setting a new standard in aesthetic care.
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I sat in the £16,000 Chinese EV that will soon be in Fiat and Vauxhall dealers
Ahead of its launch in the UK, the Leapmotor T03 made an appearance at the Paris Motor Show, offering plenty of equipment and range for just £15,995.
The Paris Motor Show has always been a hub for the big French car companies to showcase their latest models. However, as they become a more prominant part of the motoring landscape, a number of Chinese newcomers showcased their latest models.
Of these, perhaps the most European was Leapmotor, now owned by Stellantis. Now in the same family as Vauxhall, Peugeot and Fiat, Leapmotor's purpose is to offer affordable fully electric models, with the T03 being one of their first, and certainly the cheapest at £15,995.
The Leapmotor T03 is not the most attractive electric city car on the market, thanks in part to a piggy nose around the charging port, but it certainly has some elements that bring out a lovable personality.
The rounded bug eye-like front headlights are quite cute, whilst creases down the front and rear doors help to prevent the Leapmotor from looking particularly bland.
Compared to the rest of the brand's range, also present at the Paris Motor Show, the T03 does not conform to a family look, and badging is fairly minimal, with the exception of Leapmotor lettering on the tailgate.
Whilst hardly a premium model, the Leapmotor T03's interior is surprisingly well-built. Whilst the dashboard and door cards use more than their fair share of hard plastics, the general standard of fit and finish was good.
As with the exterior, the T03's dashboard is not groundbreaking but modern enough for an affordable car. However, the thing that impressed me the most about the interior, and perhaps the whole car itself, was the amount of room passengers get. Set up to seat four, rather than five, passengers, adults under 6ft will easily feel comfortable in the back, with a very fair amount of legroom and headroom for a vehicle of this size.
Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for the Leapmotor's boot. Featuring 210 litres of luggage space, it is nearly 100 short of the Dacia Spring and the Citroen e-C3. What's more, the curved shape of the tailgate runs the risk of making bulky items difficult to load.
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Leapmotor will only offer one version of the T03 in Europe, which is pretty lavishly-equipped for the price. Standard features include keyless entry, automatic air conditioning, a rear parking camera with sensors, and an eight-inch touchscreen with voice control and Bluetooth.
Playing around with the touchscreen, I found that it was not quite as advanced as some of the systems used on more expensive models in China, but reasonably well laid out. I have, however, heard complaints that air conditioning and even driver assistance functions like ADAS can be hard to adjust whilst on the move.
Much like standard equipment, all T03s will feature the same powertrain, which consists of a 94bhp electric motor and a 37.3kWh battery pack. This allows for a fairly brisk 0-62mph acceleration time of 12.7 seconds and the ability to cover up to 165 miles per charge.
In all, I would argue that the Leapmotor T03 is for the driver who likes to think with their head more than their heart.
No new car comes close to offering the same amount of standard equipment for the price, however owners will lack some of the style and refinement of budget alternatives or even a slightly larger used EV.
One thing that the T03 does prove, however, is that even the lowest end of the Chinese car market does not live up to the cheap and nasty image that Europeans once pictured.
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Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.
Looking at the history of these trends, perhaps none is more beloved than value investing. This strategy simply looks to identify companies that are being undervalued by the broader market. Value investors use a variety of methods, including tried-and-true valuation metrics, to find these stocks.
Luckily, Zacks has developed its own Style Scores system in an effort to find stocks with specific traits. Value investors will be interested in the system's "Value" category. Stocks with both "A" grades in the Value category and high Zacks Ranks are among the strongest value stocks on the market right now.
Steelcase (SCS) is a stock many investors are watching right now. SCS is currently sporting a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy), as well as an A grade for Value.
Another valuation metric that we should highlight is SCS's P/B ratio of 1.58. The P/B ratio pits a stock's market value against its book value, which is defined as total assets minus total liabilities. SCS's current P/B looks attractive when compared to its industry's average P/B of 2.08. Over the past 12 months, SCS's P/B has been as high as 1.89 and as low as 1.39, with a median of 1.66.
Finally, investors will want to recognize that SCS has a P/CF ratio of 7.37. This metric takes into account a company's operating cash flow and can be used to find stocks that are undervalued based on their solid cash outlook. This company's current P/CF looks solid when compared to its industry's average P/CF of 9.16. Within the past 12 months, SCS's P/CF has been as high as 10.46 and as low as 7.19, with a median of 9.30.
These figures are just a handful of the metrics value investors tend to look at, but they help show that Steelcase is likely being undervalued right now. Considering this, as well as the strength of its earnings outlook, SCS feels like a great value stock at the moment.
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Rare comet in skies over North Texas Published October 14, 2024 • Updated 28 mins ago A rare comet known as C/2023 A3 has been visible to the naked eye over North Texas. NBC 5 viewers who spotted the comet shared their photos with iSee@nbcdfw.com. 23 photos 1/23 Brad McGavock Brad McGavock Godley, TX 2/23 Brad McGavock Brad McGavock Godley, TX 3/23 Alex Sabatini Taken north of Ivanhoe TX with a Nikon Z6ii and a 50mm 1.8 lens on Sunday 10/13 4/23 Alexander Sabatini Name : Alex Sabatini Equipment : Nikon Z6ii, Nikon 50mm 1.8 Location : FM2554 , North of Ivanhoe 5/23 Alexander Sabatini Name : Alex Sabatini Equipment : Nikon Z6ii, Nikon 50mm 1.8 Location : FM2554 , North of Ivanhoe 6/23 Alexander Sabatini Name : Alex Sabatini Equipment : Nikon Z6ii, Nikon 50mm 1.8 Location : FM2554 , North of Ivanhoe 7/23 Alexander Sabatini Name : Alex Sabatini Equipment : Nikon Z6ii, Nikon 50mm 1.8 Location : FM2554 , North of Ivanhoe 8/23 Patrick McMahon 4 second picture of the comet taken at Dinosaur Valley State Park on 10/13. 9/23 Skinness-Lawson, Mary [tint-NBC_DFW] [EXTERNAL] Tonight’s comet 10/23 Laura Lynn Stroud Both pics taken on 10/14/24 in Dublin, TX. 11/23 Adam Reynolds This is Comet A3 on the night of 10/13 at 7:59PM. Best visibility for this comet is from 10/14 to 10/24. Hopefully Kevan can use if during one of his Astronomy segments! 12/23 Bob Hatfield Comet taken from new Fairview Texas on October 14 with Nikon d810 camera 50 mm lens. 13/23 Arthur Welborn Picture taken last night from Farmersville. 14/23 drjimcato@aol.com I took this picture at approximately 8:05 pm tonight of the comet in the low western sky . The picture was taken from my ranch just outside Granbury Dr. Jim Cato Sent from the all new AOL app for iOS 15/23 dhennig.1007 Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphonePhoto— Dr.Joe McWherter Location— Walling Bend, Lake Whitney, Bosque County 16/23 Danny Voth Western sky near Muenster 17/23 Larry Groebe I actually couldn’t see it, but my new iPhone does such an amazing job with night mode that it found the comet quite clearly. 18/23 Domingo Rodriguez The comet as seen from in front of my home near Lake Worth, TX, around 8:05 pm. 19/23 Keith Stolarek We took this photo from Terlingua (ten bits ranch) last evening 10/13/2024. I have more on my camera. Keith Stolarek 20/23 Keith Stolarek We took this photo from Terlingua (ten bits ranch) last evening 10/13/2024. I have more on my camera. Keith Stolarek 21/23 Keith Stolarek We took this photo from Terlingua (ten bits ranch) last evening 10/13/2024. I have more on my camera. Keith Stolarek 22/23 Keith Stolarek We took this photo from Terlingua (ten bits ranch) last evening 10/13/2024. I have more on my camera. Keith Stolarek 23/23 Share your photos and videos with NBC 5 by emailing iSee@nbcdfw.com More Photo Galleries Parricide: The act of killing a parent. The axe murder. Parricide: The act of killing a parent. Backstage In photos: Impact of Hurricane Milton In pictures: See damage from Hurricane Helene
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As part of its ongoing investigation into Rep. Matt Gaetz, the House Ethics Committee recently issued a subpoena for documents from a civil lawsuit brought by one of the Florida congressman’s longtime friends against several third parties, ABC News has learned.
The subpoena, which has not been previously reported, requests all documents related to Gaetz that are part of a lawsuit brought last year by Gaetz’s longtime friend, prominent Florida lobbyist Chris Dorworth, who alleged he was defamed by several third parties over the course of the yearslong sex trafficking probe into Gaetz, sources told ABC News.
The documents from the lawsuit, which include witness depositions and affidavits, could provide Congress with new details regarding allegations that have dogged Gaetz for years, including the allegation he had sex with a minor who was introduced to him by his onetime friend Joel Greenberg, who pleaded guilty to sex trafficking and is serving an 11-year prison sentence.
Gaetz has long denied any wrongdoing. Last year, following a yearslong investigation, the Justice Department declined to bring any charges against the congressman.
Last week, Gaetz stated that he would no longer voluntarily participate in the House Ethics probe, which he blasted as a “political payback exercise,” and said that he had recently learned that the committee had issued — but not yet served him — a subpoena for his testimony.
The Florida congressman also reiterated his denial that he ever had sex with a minor. “Your correspondence of September 4 asks whether I have engaged in sexual activity with any individual under 18. The answer to this question is unequivocally NO. You can apply this response to every version of this question, in every forum,” Gaetz said in a statement to the committee posted on social media.
Members of the House Ethics Committee declined to comment to ABC News. Representatives for Gaetz did not respond to a request for comment.
When reached for comment, Greenberg’s attorney, Fritz Scheller, told ABC News, “While I am reluctant to comment on a pending congressional investigation, Joel Greenberg’s position remains the same. He will fully cooperate with all congressional inquiries, whether by subpoena or not, and regardless of whether the cooperation occurs in the rain or on a train, with a fox or in a box. Yes, Mr. Greenberg will fully cooperate here or there, he will cooperate anywhere.”
Among the documents related to the civil lawsuit, according to court filings, is the deposition of the woman who Gaetz allegedly had sex with when she was a minor, as well as testimony from another woman who was a witness in the DOJ investigation, plus Dorworth’s deposition and an affidavit from Gaetz’s former girlfriend. Those documents could be turned over to Congress as part of its ongoing probe into related allegations.
The documents Congress is seeking stem from a lawsuit brought last year by Dorworth, who alleged that the onetime minor, identified in the lawsuit only as “A.B.,” and others, including Greenberg and his family, worked to defame him amid the Justice Department’s probe.
Gaetz, who was not a party in the suit, was scheduled to sit for his own deposition as a witness in the lawsuit prior to Dorworth dropping the suit in early September. Dorworth has a separate ongoing defamation lawsuit against the Greenbergs in state court.
It is unclear if and what documents have been handed over to Congress. And while many of the lawsuit’s documents, including depositions and sworn statements, remain sealed, recent public court filings shed some light on what alleged details could be included in the underlying documents requested by Congress.
One filing, Exhibit 23 in a motion for attorneys fees filed by attorneys representing the Greenbergs, details some of the allegations made during discovery in the lawsuit, including that Gaetz was allegedly among the guests at a July 2017 party that “A.B.,” who was 17 years old at the time, also attended. The filing states that according to a woman who attended the party, there was “alcohol, cocaine, ecstasy also known as molly, and marijuana” present, that there was “access to the bedrooms” for “sexual activities,” and that A.B. was seen naked at the gathering.
In July, the House Ethics Committee released a rare statement updating the status of its probe into Gaetz. The committee stated that it had stopped looking into certain claims, including whether the Florida congressman misused state identification records or accepted a bribe or improper gratuity, but that its investigation had found that other allegations “merit continued review.”
The committee said that it would continue to review claims that Gaetz “engaged in sexual misconduct and illicit drug use” and that he “sought to obstruct government investigations of his conduct.”
In Gaetz’s statement last week regarding the committee probe, he reiterated his denial of any wrongdoing while seemingly responding to a string of questions the committee issued to him earlier in the month.
In response to whether or not he had ever used illicit drugs, Gaetz stated, “I have not used drugs which are illegal, absent some law allowing use in a jurisdiction of the United States. I have not used ‘illicit’ drugs, which I consider to be drugs unlawful for medical or over-the-counter use everywhere in the United States.”
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Pixel Drop for October 2024 is here: Everything new coming to your phone, watch, tablet, and more
- New naming and features: Google’s latest update for Pixel devices, now called Pixel Drops (previously Pixel Feature Drops), introduces a variety of enhancements across Pixel phones, watches, tablets, and buds.
- Major Pixel phone updates: Key new features for Pixel phones include Night Sight for Instagram, underwater photography capabilities, enhanced theft protection, and more.
- Pixel Tablet and Pixel Watch updates: The Pixel Tablet is gaining notification syncing and new screensaver functionalities, while the Pixel Watch is receiving updates like Loss of Pulse Detection and a new contacts tile.
- Pixel Buds update: The Gemini AI chatbot is now available on older Pixel Buds, marking an expansion of Google’s AI features across its hardware.
Google is rolling out a substantial update for its Pixel phones, Pixel Watches, Pixel Tablet, and Pixel Buds. Formerly known as Pixel Feature Drops, these updates are now simply referred to as Pixel Drops, a change unveiled during the Pixel 9 launch in August. While the name has changed, the updates continue to deliver an extensive array of new features for Google’s devices. There’s much to explore, so we’ll organize the announcement into sections to showcase all the enhancements and features coming to your devices.
Pixel Drop October 2024: Pixel phone updates
As always, the biggest set of updates is coming to Pixel phones. Google’s smartphones will be the first to gain Android 15 and receive multiple new features.
- Night Sight for Instagram: This feature is designed to enhance night photography on Instagram. The latest update allows users to capture high-quality images in low-light conditions directly from the Instagram app. Night Sight for Instagram will be available globally on Pixel 6 and newer devices. Unfortunately, it won’t be coming to the Pixel A series of phones.
- Underwater Photography & Video: Pixel phones can now automatically detect when a scene is underwater. Google says this new feature in the October Pixel Drop can help users utilize any waterproof case to capture images while snorkeling or swimming, resulting in richer and more accurate colors. Users can easily enable or disable the feature in their phone’s settings. However, the availability of the feature is currently limited to only the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel 9 Pro XL.
- Theft Protection: You’ve probably already heard about the three new Theft Protection features on Android. Google announced them back in May, and they started rolling out to some users a few days ago. The feature suite, including Theft Detection Lock, Remote Lock, and Offline Device Lock, should now be available on Pixel 6 and newer devices globally. In fact, these features aren’t exclusive to Pixel phones and are part of the general Android 15 release. You can head to Settings to enable Theft Protection.
- Private Space: This is another feature we’ve seen a lot of in the various Android 15 betas that have come and gone. Private Space is now available on Pixel 6 and newer devices globally. It is designed to help users keep apps in a separate space that they can hide and lock with a PIN. Here’s a quick hands-on with the new Private Space feature.
- Audio Magic Eraser upgrade: Google upgraded the Audio Magic Eraser feature on the Pixel 9 series to help users split the audio track in their videos into distinct layers and increase or decrease the volume of those specific layers. Now, the feature is coming to older phones. Not only can you remove unwanted sounds and videos, but you can turn specific sounds up or down and separate the voices of different people to adjust their volume independently. These capabilities are rolling out with the October 2024 Pixel Drop to the Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, and Pixel 8a globally. They will also be available in limited markets on the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold.
- New Astrophotography toggle: Pixel users can now access Astrophotography mode more easily through Night Sight. Simply tap the Night Sight icon and slide to Astro to start capturing Astrophotography shots.
- Object Temperature Sensor: Google is making temperature sensing more useful on Pro Pixels. The company says it’s integrating the camera as a viewfinder on the Thermometer app so you can ensure you’re pointing at the right spot. However, the feature isn’t really new because users started spotting it way back in August alongside measurement presets. What seems new is that the Thermometer app is also getting live reading capabilities and the ability to capture and save measurements to recent results. All these changes will be available globally on Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro, and the Pixel 9 Pro XL.
- Pixel Weather app and pollen data: The new update to the Pixel Weather app is designed to get users ready for allergy season with a pollen tracker. You can now check pollen index levels, pollen types, and forecasts on your Pixel 6 and newer devices as well as the Pixel Tablet. The feature is supported in France, Germany, Italy, and the UK. Speaking of the Pixel Weather app, the redesigned version of it that came with the Pixel 9 series is now rolling out to legacy devices, including the Pixel 6 and newer phones as well as the Pixel Tablet.
- Next-gen Call Screen expanding to more countries: In March, Google rolled out the next-gen Call Screening feature, which includes a new Hello button. This button lets Google Assistant speak on your behalf and lets you hear the response in real-time. The feature is now expanding to the UK and Japan. It will be available on Pixel 6 and newer devices.
- Gemini Live: Gemini Live is also expanding to more markets, including Brazil, Denmark, India, Japan, and Korea. It will be available on Pixel 6 and newer devices in those countries.
- Widget Discovery: Your Pixels will now get a Widget Discovery feature that essentially recommends widget categories and provides a preview of what you can do with those widgets. Widget Discovery will be available globally on the Pixel 6 and above devices.
- Adaptive Vibration: We told you about this upcoming feature a while back, and now it’s going live for Pixel 7 and newer devices. Essentially, Adaptive Vibration will prevent your phone from vibrating loudly in places like libraries and offices. It will also ensure you don’t miss an alert in noisy environments. The feature uses your phone’s This feature uses your phone’s microphone and other sensors to determine sound levels and context then automatically adjusts the vibration intensity of ringtones.
- Gemini Extensions for Pixel Screenshots: Gemini can now pull up anything you saved in Pixel Screenshots. From anywhere on your phone, you can simply say, “Hey Google, use Screenshots to find XYZ,” and it will instantly take you to the screenshot you were looking for. This super cool feature will be available on the Pixel 9 series in the United States, Canada, Ireland, Australia, India, Singapore, and Malaysia.
Pixel Drop October 2024: Pixel smartwatches
The Pixel Watch portfolio is also receiving a number of useful updates via the latest Pixel Drop. These include the following:
- Loss of Pulse detection: Google introduced Loss of Pulse detection on the Pixel Watch 3 earlier this year. With the latest Pixel Drop for the Pixel Watch 3, it is now rolling out in more countries. Users in Belgium, Italy, and Spain can now utilize Loss of Pulse detection. The feature helps identify when someone’s heart suddenly stops beating due to conditions such as cardiac arrest and then notifies emergency services for help. Unfortunately, there’s still no support for the feature in the US.
- Contacts app upgrade: The new Individual Contact Tile will let you pick and display your preferred contacts prominently. You can then use quick actions to call, message, or open the contact for more details with just a tap. The new Tile will be available on all Pixel Watch models.
- Email emoji reactions: All Pixel Watch users can now view and send emoji reactions to Gmail.
Pixel Drop October 2024: Pixel Tablet
- Notification dismissals: This is perhaps the most useful feature landing on the Pixel Tablet. As we previously told you, Google will now let users sync notification dismissals between their Pixel Tablet and Pixel phones. That means when you dismiss a notification on one device, it will disappear from your other Pixel devices. Users will need to enable the feature in Settings and be connected to Wi-Fi to use it. Pixel Drop is bringing notification dismissals to Pixel 6 and newer phones and the Pixel Tablet globally.
- Panel Screensaver: The Pixel Tablet screensaver with home controls that we spotted previously is now officially headed to the Google slate. It will let users control their smart home devices and camera feeds while their Pixel Tablet is idle and charging.
- Photo Frame Actions: Thanks to the Google Photos library, users can now share, favorite, or archive photos directly from their Pixel Tablet photo frame screensaver.
- Clock screensavers: Google is also rolling out new clock screensavers to the Pixel Tablet.
- Cast to nearby devices: Another feature we spotted in an exclusive APK teardown, Cast to nearby devices, will allow users to easily transfer media from their Pixel Tablet to their Pixel phones. All you have to do is bring your phone close to your tablet. Users can utilize this feature to bring Spotify songs or YouTube videos over from their Pixel Tablet to Pixel Phone without the extra steps of tapping the cast icon. The feature will be available globally on the Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel Fold, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel Tablet.
Pixel Drop October 2024: Pixel Buds
Gemini on Pixel Buds: It seems Google is finally rolling out Gemini to older Pixel Buds with this Pixel Drop. The AI chatbot will now be accessible on the first-gen Pixel Buds Pro, Pixel Buds A-Series, and the original Pixel Buds apart from the Pixel Buds Pro 2.
These are all the features Google is rolling out in the October Pixel Drop. The tech giant has also made Android 15 official with this update. You can read about all Android 15 features here.
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https://www.androidauthority.com/google-pixel-drop-october-2024-3490099/
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Single largest survey of Catholics ever completed in the United States.
How will we know when there's been a restoration of belief in the Real Presence? When the line for confession is at least as long as the line for receiving the Eucharist.” - Fr. Chad Ripperger
INDIANAPOLIS, IN, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2024 /EINPresswire / -- Today the Real Presence Coalition (RPC) announced the release of the findings of its survey of U.S. Catholics to the general public.
In conjunction with the public release, the RPC also issued an open letter to U.S. bishops urging them to consider the survey's findings as they proceed in their National Eucharistic Revival campaign.
“This is the single largest survey of Catholics ever undertaken in the United States,” said Vicki Yamasaki, spokesperson for the RPC.“Surveys from organizations such as Pew Research and Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate (CARA) come nowhere close to the number of Catholics participating in this survey.”
The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) launched a multi-year National Eucharistic Revival campaign in 2021 in response to a Pew Research study which revealed a majority of Catholics no longer believe in the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist.
“The Pew survey revealed a very concerning problem, and the RPC designed and initiated this survey to specifically get at the root cause of this problem and probe the question of why lay Catholics believe there has been a loss of faith in the Real Presence,” said Jim Hobart, a partner with Public Opinion Strategies (POS) who assisted in the survey effort.
The RPC survey revealed that the loss of faith in the Real Presence has been precipitated by a combination of factors, including:
1) Receiving the Eucharist in the hand;
2) Scandal of offering the Eucharist to public sinners who reject Catholic teaching;
3) Lack of reverence on the part of both the laity and priests;
4) Lack of solid catechesis; and
5) Lost sense of the supernatural.
Survey respondents also offered a number of specific recommendations to U.S. bishops on how to restore belief in the Real Presence, including:
1) Encouraging the practice of receiving the Eucharist on the tongue while kneeling;
2) Catechizing the faithful;
3) Promoting greater reverence for the Eucharist;
3) Eliminating the use of Extraordinary Ministers;
4) Withholding the Eucharist from public sinners; and
5) Increasing Eucharistic events such as Adoration and Benedictions.
“The overall findings of this survey can be best summarized by ancient Latin maxim 'lex orandi, lex credenda'” said John-Henry Westen, a RPC member.“There's currently a disconnect between the way we worship and what we believe. There's no single 'silver bullet' answer to solving this problem. An integrated, multifaceted approach will be required.”
“How will we know when there's been a restoration of belief in the Real Presence?” asked Fr. Chad Ripperger, an RPC member.“When the line for confession is at least as long as the line for receiving the Eucharist.”
Public Opinion Strategies (POS) is a nationally recognized research firm that has conducted 25,000 research projects and 11 million interviews across 50 states. POS was engaged to assist in the survey design as well as the interpretation of its results.
The Real Presence Coalition (RPC) is an informal group of influential Catholics working to restore belief in Jesus Christ's Real Presence in the Holy Eucharist. Its mission is to provide valuable input to U.S. bishops in their multi-year effort to restore belief in the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist.
The massive RPC survey resulted in nearly 16,000 responses with an 80% completion rate and generated more than 250,000 words of open-ended feedback. While the survey was open to all U.S. Catholics, those who responded could best be characterized as“highly engaged in their faith,” with over 97% of respondents attending Mass on at least a weekly basis.
The Real Presence Coalition urges the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops to consider these findings as they work toward a Eucharistic Revival. The survey's insights provide a roadmap for restoring faith in the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist.
NOTE: Public Opinion Strategies is available for interviews and consultations with individual bishops. Please contact Vicki Yamasaki to make arrangements.
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Hyundai Exter Knight Edition celebrates the 1st anniversary of the Exter in the Indian market with sporty black finishes and contrast accents
To mark the first anniversary of its Exter, Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has introduced the Exter Knight Edition today. Embracing the latest trend, this special edition features a sporty black theme with numerous upgrades both inside and out. Since its market launch in July 2023, Hyundai has garnered over 93,000 units of the Exter in the domestic market.
The Hyundai Exter Knight is based on SX & SX(O) Connect variants and is available with 2 powertrain options – a 1.2L Kappa petrol engine with the choice of five-speed MT and AMT. The second largest car producer in the country offers a total of 7 colour schemes including 3 bespoke shades – Abyss Black, Shadow Grey and Shadow Grey with abyss black roof – with the special edition.
On the outside, the Hyundai Exter Knight gains a sporty black painted side sill garnish, contrasting red accents on the front bumper and boot, red front brake callipers, black finished front and rear skid plate, black painted 15-inch alloy wheels in the SX(O) Connect variant, Hyundai logo and Exter emblem finished in black shade, and an exclusive Knight emblem to further differentiate itself from the standard model.
On the inside, the all-black cabin is accompanied by red accents and stitching, red footwell lighting, metal scuff plate, floor mat with red stitching, unique Knight seat upholstery with red stitch and piping, black satin interior door handles and steering, etc. Speaking on the launch of Hyundai Exter Knight, Tarun Garg, COO, HMIL, said,
“We are thrilled to introduce the Hyundai EXTER Knight, embodying the bold spirit of today’s young Indian buyers. The Hyundai EXTER has received a positive customer response with over 93,000 units sold to date. Leveraging the popularity of Black color among SUV customers, the Hyundai EXTER Knight mirrors the changing aspirations of customers. With its youthful & premium design, the Hyundai EXTER Knight aims to entice customers to traverse the unexplored and bring forth thrilling experience to live the Hyundai SUV life.”
The Hyundai Exter Knight is priced at Rs. 8.38 lakh for 1.2L SX MT, Rs. 8.62 lakh for 1.2L SX MT DT, Rs. 9.70 lakh for SX (O) Connect, Rs. 9.85 lakh for SX (O) Connect DT while the 1.2L SX AMT is priced at Rs. 9.05 lakh, SX AMT DT at Rs. 9.30 lakh and SX (O) Connect AMT at Rs. 10.14 lakh and SX (O) Connect AMT DT at Rs. 10.42 lakh (all prices, ex-showroom).
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'I visited Tom Kerridge's Michelin-starred pub and was stunned by £8 menu item'
Tom Kerridge's Michelin-starred pub The Coach in Marlow, Bucks, has a set menu that costs just £15, making it the cheapest Michelin-starred restaurant in the UK
When thinking about Michelin-starred dining, the average person might reasonably think of pricey establishments like Gordon Ramsay's Chelsea eatery, Sushi Kanesaka, or the exclusive L'Enclume in Cumbria. Yet, YouTube adventurer Harrison Webb has unearthed the UK's most affordable Michelin-starred gem – and it's full of delightful surprises.
The Coach, curated by Head Chef Sarah Hayward, delights patrons with its 'small plate' menu that reinvents British classics with modern flair—a hallmark of Gloucester-born celebrity chef Tom Kerridge.
Astonishingly, the set menu is priced at a mere £15, distancing itself from fancier counterparts with lengthy reservation waitlists as this Buckinghamshire pub embraces a somewhat spontaneous approach to bookings.
Harrison explains: "You have to book a table the day, from 9:00am."
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He further notes the establishment's value for money by saying: "If you're wondering how this Michelin star meal can be so cheap they offer a set menu which is what you are given you can't change anything that's it."
One of Tom Kerridges's other restaurants, nestled within the opulent walls of Harrods in Knightsbridge, has previously come under fire for its exorbitantly priced fish and chips. A single portion of Cornish fish with a mere eight chips costs an eye-watering £37.
However, the chips at The Coach left Harrison utterly astounded. Holding up a chip roughly the size of a highlighter pen, he exclaimed: "That is a chip."
Despite receiving only seven chips, he declared them the best he'd ever tasted, urging: "Unbelievable. You should come just for the chips."
It's worth noting that Harrison's chips came with an additional £8 charge on top of the already reasonable £15 set menu price, but as any foodie knows, you can't put a price on quality chips. The mushroom risotto, while tasting "unbelievable," according to Harrison, oddly seemed to lack any rice.
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There were no complaints about the chicken Kiev, which, bursting with fresh hand-chopped herbs, was leagues beyond anything you'd find in a typical pub. Given that The Coach retains its pub identity, Harrison also sampled the local Rebellion brewery beer, although this didn't hit the mark for him.
He candidly shared: "I don't like beer... I just don't get how you taste that and go 'Oh yeah, that's lovely, give me a pint of that.'" He jokingly added: "Sorry guys, I'm just not a lad."
However, he did extend an invitation to anyone who wants to join him for a ginger beer, especially if chips are on the table.
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https://www.express.co.uk/life-style/food/1962408/Tom-Kerridge-Michelin-pub-chips
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Today's headlines from KASU News cover a variety of topics including the Arkansas Supreme Court's partial ruling validating signatures for a casino amendment on the November ballot, and a debate among four Jonesboro mayoral candidates discussing city governance and public safety expenditures. Also highlighted are concerns over catalytic converter thefts in Jonesboro, upcoming city meetings, a pre-trial hearing for suspects in the Wynn prom night shooting, a commemorative event at the Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences, and the Arts, and a new associate dean at the Clinton School of Public Service.
00:00 KNOD 10-15
00:30 Arkansas Supreme Court Ruling on Casino Lawsuit
01:13 Mayoral Debate Highlights
04:18 Rise in Catalytic Converter Thefts in Jonesboro
04:49 Break
05:18 Upcoming City Meetings and Agendas
05:56 Prom Night Shooting Pre-Trial Hearing Set
06:19 Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences, and the Arts Alumni Event
08:09 New Associate Dean at Clinton School of Public Service
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On Tuesday, Oct. 8, a caller reported that a tree had fallen into a roadway. An officer responded and determined that a beaver had cut down a small tree, which the officer removed from the roadway.
Anacortes Police responded to these other calls.
Friday, October 4, 2024
An officer was monitoring traffic on Highway 20 and observed a vehicle with a non-functioning headlight. The officer conducted a traffic stop and learned from dispatch that he had a suspended license as of 2020. The responding officer and a backup officer approached the vehicle and informed the man that he had a suspended license, to which he replied, “Yup.” Officers cited the man for third-degree driving with a suspended license and advised him not to drive.
Saturday, October 5, 2024
Dispatch received a complaint regarding flashing lights coming from Mount Erie. The complainant believed someone could be in distress. An officer responded and checked the area, not locating anything concerning.
Sunday, October 6, 2024
An officer was advised that an Anacortes woman was requesting a phone call on behalf of her neighbor. She reported that a subject had entered her friend’s house looking for the reporting party (herself). The reporting party’s friend said she had left her front door open expecting a friend, but instead an unknown woman entered the threshold of the open door. She said she was looking for the reporting party in this case. The homeowner said the incident shook her up, and she said they did not want the woman coming to their houses. An officer left a message for the woman who had entered the home.
Monday, October 7, 2024
An officer observed a vehicle with no running lights on its rear at about 4:30 a.m. The officer noticed that when the brake lights were not activated, the rear of the vehicle completely lacked illumination. The officer pulled the car over and cited the driver for third-degree driving with a suspended license.
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
Dispatch advised of a malicious mischief complaint. The reporting party reported graffiti at Volunteer Park. The graffiti was located at the main baseball field dugout, with cleanup costs estimated at $300. The responding officer documented the graffiti and checked with other officers for leads.
Thursday, October 10, 2024
An Anacortes woman reported that she had received multiple notifications of possible fraudulent purchases on her daughter’s debit card. Her card had been in the vehicle she drives, and they soon discovered that the car had been rifled through. The responding officer documented the theft; the investigation continues.
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Lizzo has been out of the spotlight musically for awhile, but she’s been keeping an eye on the charts — and she says what’s been happening is literally something she’s been praying for.
Speaking to Fortune at the publication’s Most Powerful Women Summit in California, Lizzo said when she first got into music, she was a rapper, so she was constantly asked, “How do you feel about being a female rapper in a male-dominated industry?”
“I started to resent that question,” she continued. “And I would answer, ‘You know what, my dream is that one day there are so many women that are dominating in the industry that you can fill an entire festival slot with just women.’ And that dream has come true.”
Lizzo said artists like SZA and Chappell Roan are “redefining the music industry,” adding, “It’s an incredible time to be a woman, an artist, and a fan. Fans are getting fed right now because there’s so much great music out, and I’m so proud of my contemporaries and my sisters.”
Lizzo’s appearance at the summit marked one of her first public appearances since she was accused by former employees of, among other things, creating a toxic work environment. She has denied all allegations. According to Fortune, Lizzo told the summit that she wasn’t afraid of being canceled anymore, joking that she “has pretty much been canceled for everything.”
The “About Damn Time” singer also told the summit attendees that she’d already voted, for Kamala Harris. She posted footage of herself voting by mail wearing a Harris/Walz cap and a T-shirt that read, “It’s about MAdam Time.”
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Richwood Investment Advisors LLC acquired a new position in shares of Cisco Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:CSCO – Free Report) in the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm acquired 4,814 shares of the network equipment provider’s stock, valued at approximately $256,000.
Several other hedge funds have also added to or reduced their stakes in CSCO. Summit Securities Group LLC bought a new stake in shares of Cisco Systems in the 2nd quarter worth approximately $25,000. Quarry LP raised its stake in shares of Cisco Systems by 222.4% in the second quarter. Quarry LP now owns 661 shares of the network equipment provider’s stock valued at $31,000 after buying an additional 456 shares during the period. West Financial Advisors LLC lifted its position in shares of Cisco Systems by 116.6% during the 3rd quarter. West Financial Advisors LLC now owns 574 shares of the network equipment provider’s stock valued at $31,000 after buying an additional 309 shares during the last quarter. Retirement Group LLC grew its stake in shares of Cisco Systems by 56.8% during the 1st quarter. Retirement Group LLC now owns 726 shares of the network equipment provider’s stock worth $36,000 after acquiring an additional 263 shares during the period. Finally, Hobbs Group Advisors LLC purchased a new stake in Cisco Systems in the 2nd quarter worth about $36,000. Institutional investors own 73.33% of the company’s stock.
Cisco Systems Price Performance
Shares of Cisco Systems stock traded up $0.03 on Tuesday, hitting $54.30. 4,130,964 shares of the company traded hands, compared to its average volume of 19,046,893. Cisco Systems, Inc. has a 12-month low of $44.50 and a 12-month high of $54.60. The company has a current ratio of 0.91, a quick ratio of 0.83 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.43. The company has a market cap of $218.76 billion, a P/E ratio of 18.27, a P/E/G ratio of 4.22 and a beta of 0.83. The firm’s 50-day simple moving average is $50.33 and its 200 day simple moving average is $48.42.
Cisco Systems Announces Dividend
The firm also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Wednesday, October 23rd. Shareholders of record on Wednesday, October 2nd will be paid a dividend of $0.40 per share. This represents a $1.60 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 2.95%. The ex-dividend date is Wednesday, October 2nd. Cisco Systems’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is presently 53.87%.
Wall Street Analyst Weigh In
Several research firms have commented on CSCO. Piper Sandler reaffirmed a “neutral” rating and set a $52.00 price objective on shares of Cisco Systems in a report on Thursday, August 15th. Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft upped their price target on shares of Cisco Systems from $52.00 to $53.00 and gave the company a “hold” rating in a research note on Thursday, August 15th. Evercore ISI lifted their price objective on shares of Cisco Systems from $55.00 to $60.00 and gave the company an “outperform” rating in a research note on Friday, September 20th. Barclays dropped their target price on Cisco Systems from $50.00 to $49.00 and set an “equal weight” rating on the stock in a research report on Thursday, August 15th. Finally, Tigress Financial lifted their price target on Cisco Systems from $76.00 to $78.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research report on Monday. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating, fourteen have given a hold rating, eight have issued a buy rating and one has given a strong buy rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, the company presently has an average rating of “Hold” and a consensus target price of $56.21.
Read Our Latest Report on CSCO
Insider Transactions at Cisco Systems
In other news, SVP Maria Victoria Wong sold 638 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Thursday, September 12th. The stock was sold at an average price of $49.09, for a total transaction of $31,319.42. Following the transaction, the senior vice president now directly owns 46,017 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $2,258,974.53. This trade represents a 0.00 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through this hyperlink. In other news, SVP Maria Victoria Wong sold 638 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Thursday, September 12th. The shares were sold at an average price of $49.09, for a total value of $31,319.42. Following the transaction, the senior vice president now owns 46,017 shares in the company, valued at approximately $2,258,974.53. This trade represents a 0.00 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through this hyperlink. Also, CEO Charles Robbins sold 27,143 shares of Cisco Systems stock in a transaction on Friday, August 16th. The stock was sold at an average price of $49.45, for a total transaction of $1,342,221.35. Following the completion of the transaction, the chief executive officer now directly owns 683,403 shares in the company, valued at approximately $33,794,278.35. The trade was a 0.00 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The disclosure for this sale can be found here. In the last ninety days, insiders sold 70,529 shares of company stock worth $3,509,049. 0.02% of the stock is currently owned by insiders.
Cisco Systems Profile
Cisco Systems, Inc designs, manufactures, and sells Internet Protocol based networking and other products related to the communications and information technology industry in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Asia Pacific, Japan, and China. The company also offers switching portfolio encompasses campus switching as well as data center switching; enterprise routing portfolio interconnects public and private wireline and mobile networks, delivering highly secure, and reliable connectivity to campus, data center and branch networks; wireless products include wireless access points and controllers; and compute portfolio including the cisco unified computing system, hyperflex, and software management capabilities, which combine computing, networking, and storage infrastructure management and virtualization.
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Who needs Prime Day when you can score top brands like Dyson, Sony, and Apple at record-low prices on a random Tuesday? As of Oct. 15, we're seeing some great discounts at Amazon — some still lingering from Prime Big Deal Days and others just because. If you missed out on Prime Day 2 and you're looking to do some deal shopping, you've come to the right place.
Here are our top picks for the best Amazon deals of the day on Oct. 15. If none of these spark your interest, check back at our picks from yesterday, Oct. 14, as well.
Our top pick
Check out our full review of the Sony ULT Wear noise-cancelling headphones.
We tested the Sony ULT Wear noise-cancelling headphones earlier this year, and they seriously impressed us. In fact, our Deputy Shopping and Reviews Editor Miller Kern wrote in her review, "We try not to make sweeping claims in our reviews at Mashable, but these honestly might be my favorite pair of headphones I’ve tried — especially when you consider the price." They offer multiple bass levels, solid noise cancellation, full 360-degree sound, customizable EQs, and intuitive on-ear controls for just under $200. As of Oct. 15, however, you can slash $51.99 off the regular price tag and get a pair (in white) for only $148. That's the lowest price on record.
Through Dec. 31, Amazon is offering Audible Premium Plus memberships for just 99 cents per month for your first three months. That's a massive savings of $41.88. A Premium Plus membership gives you discounted or free prices on the Audible Plus catalog of audiobooks, including Audible Originals and podcasts. Plus, you'll get one free title from the Audible premium selection, as well as exclusive member sales and discounts on all additional purchases. If you're hoping to get through your TBR list by the holidays, this is a pretty cheap way to do so.
Check out our full review of the Dyson V15 Detect.
While it's a few years old and no longer the only Dyson vacuum to sport a laser, the Dyson V15 Detect Plus is still one of the most powerful stick vacuums on the market. Its beastly motor unleashes 230 Air Watts of cyclonic suction while its green laser illuminates any specks of dust on your path. You'll see dirt and debris you didn't even realize was there, which is both disgusting and satisfying. It's usually $749.99, but as of Oct. 15, it's on sale for just $599.99. That's 20% in savings and you get five accessories to help with your cleaning experience.
Breville's Fresh and Furious blender looks and feels like a fancy high-end appliance, but its price tag is surprisingly on the budget-friendly side. On sale for only $149.95 — that's $50 off its regular price — the blender is back down to its record-low at Amazon. It includes a 50-ounce jug, nine one-touch blending tasks, five speed settings, and an 1100W motor that can pulverize your ingredients into a silky smooth concoction. Plus, it just looks good atop your counter.
Check out our review of the AirPods 4.
Just released last month, we didn't expect a big price cut on the AirPods 4 with ANC during Prime Big Deal Days. But we'll still take any price drop Amazon's willing to offer. As of Oct. 15, one week after the big shopping event, the buds are still down to their Prime Day price of $168.99. That's nothing crazy (just $10.01 in savings), but not bad for a brand-new set of the very impressive fourth-generation AirPods. In case you're wondering if they're better than previous buds from Apple, our reviewer Kim Gedeon said, "I love them so much, they have replaced my AirPods Pro as my new daily driver earbuds."
None of these deals catching your eye? Check out Amazon's daily deals for even more savings.
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https://mashable.com/article/amazon-deals-of-the-day-sony-ult-wear-headphones-oct-15
| 2024-10-15T17:20:36Z
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None of last week’s new retail releases could end EA Sports FC 25’s reign at no.1. Five new games managed to enter the UK retail top 40 though, including four within the top ten.
Konami’s positively received Silent Hill 2 remake was the highest charting new entry, taking #2 in both the all formats chart and the PS5 top ten. Then at #3 it’s Bandai Namco’s Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO, which has reportedly sold 3m units worldwide during its launch. This too appears to have been well received by fans.
At #5 it’s Deep Silver’s boxing sim Undisputed, which also turns up at #2 in the Xbox Series top ten and #4 in the PS5 chart. This would suggest a reasonably successful launch despite mixed reviews.
Then at #7 it’s Atlus’ highly acclaimed RPG Metaphor: ReFantazio, which also took #5 in both the PS5 and Xbox Series top ten charts.
The Switch and PS4 weren’t without a new arrival either, with Square-Enix’s Final Fantasy I-VI Collection entering at #11 in the all formats chart – outselling Astro Bot last week – plus #12 in the Switch chart and #3 in the PS4 top ten.
Filling in the blanks, Hogwarts Legacy climbed to #4, Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom fell to #6, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe tumbled to #9, while Nintendo Switch Sports rounds off the chart at #10.
Chart providers GfK still found time to compile a 3DS chart too. This week’s is a belter – 2011 launch title Steel Diver is at no.1, followed by 2015’s Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor 2 Record Breaker at #2. It’s amazing that copies are still being found in the wild.
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In recent days, news has appeared in the media that a new study has demonstrated the Spanish origins and not Genoese Of Christopher Columbusthe explorer known throughout the world for the “discovery” of America in 1492. Many Italian, Spanish and other newspapers have in fact claimed, in sensationalist tones, that the navigator belonged to a Jewish family living in the Valencia area. Things, however, are different: first of all the theory is expressed within a documentary (and not of a scientific study) aired on Spanish television; furthermore, the hypothesis that Columbus was Spanish and Jewish has actually already been circulating for almost a century: in this case it was simply relaunched, adding a new element, that is, the analysis of presumed DNA of the navigator. The documentary though he brought no concrete evidence to demonstrate the thesis of Columbus’ Spanish origin, which is however contradicted by numerous documents of the time.
Hypotheses on the origins of Christopher Columbus: where was he born?
Columbus’ birthplace has been a subject of discussion long before the Spanish documentary aired. Let’s look at the main hypotheses.
Genoa
The hypothesis that Columbus was a Genoese is the most widespread and is corroborated by numerous sources. First of all, Columbus himselfin some documents preserved to this day (considered authentic by most scholars), states that he was born in Genoa. Furthermore, all sources of the time maintain that the navigator was born in Genoa or Liguria. Already one letter of 1493 defined him as “Christophorus quidam Colonus vir Ligur”, that is, “a certain Cristoforo Colono, a Ligurian man”. Other documents of the time qualify him more precisely as Genoese: a book by Doge of Genoa Battista Fregosopublished in 1509; an annotation of the famous world map of the Turkish admiral Piri Reisbuilt in 1513; and others. Furthermore, documents attesting to the Ligurian origins of Colombo’s family are preserved in the State Archives of Genoa.
Other locations in Liguria and Italy
According to another hypothesis, Columbus was “Genoese” in the sense that he was born in the territory of Republic of Genoawhich included Liguria, Corsica, a part of Sardinia and outposts in numerous locations in the Mediterranean. On the basis of ancient documents, it has been hypothesized that he was born in Savona or other Ligurian locations.
Hypotheses have also been put forward, based on very labile elements, according to which he was born in other Italian territorieslike Monferrato and Piacentino.
Spain
The thesis that Columbus was Spanish and, more precisely, that he was born in the Catalan-Valencian area, has been put forward for the first time in 1927 by the Peruvian scholar Luis Ulloa and relaunched several times. The hypothesis starts from the assumption that the name of the explorerCristóbal Colón, with whom he himself identified, was Spanish and not Italian. Supporters of this hypothesis have also pointed out that, although the navigator wrote in the Castilian (i.e. Spanish) language, he made errors that revealed that he usually spoke Catalan.
Since the 1940s it has also been hypothesized that, in addition to being Spanish, Columbus had Jewish originsas some elements of his writing and signature would demonstrate.
Corsica, Portugal and Poland
Among other theories, it has been claimed that Columbus was born in Calvi, Corsica(at the time part of the Republic of Genoa), in a street that today is called Rue Christophe Colomb; that he was Portuguese, more precisely a agent of the king of Portugal charged with keeping the Spanish away from the sea routes around Africa; that it was even a Polish princeSegismundo Henriques, son of King Ladislaus III. However, these hypotheses are based only on assumptions.
What the Spanish documentary says Colon ADN
The documentary Colon ADN. On verdadero origen (“Columbus DNA. His true origin”), broadcast on Spanish television RTVE on 12 October, relaunches the hypothesis that Columbus was born in territory of the Catalan-Valencian speaking Iberian Peninsula and that he had Jewish origins.
The result is based on a new element, the study of the fragments of Columbus’ bones, preserved in the cathedral of Seville. A professor of forensic medicine from the University of Granada, José Antonio Llorentewho examined the navigator’s remains in 2003, discusses it with the Catalan scholar in the documentary Francesc Albadanerstating that Columbus’ DNA shows that he had Jewish ancestry and was born in the western Mediterranean. Since there were no Jews in Genoa in the 15th century, the documentary states, the navigator could not have been Genoese. Proceeding by exclusion, it is argued that Columbus was born in Iberian territory, but hid his origins to avoid falling into the persecutions that the Jews suffered. But is it really like that?
The critical issues of the documentary
The documentary Colon ADN it reiterates theses already formulated in the past and rejected by most scholars. Even the analysis of Columbus’s DNA is not entirely new: Llorente had examined the remains preserved in the Cathedral of Seville in 2003, because there was an ongoing dispute regarding the navigator’s burial place. The documentary, moreover, is not developed with scientific methodology and contains no verifiable evidence by other scholarsbut makes unproven claims. Furthermore, he fails to convincingly explain why, if Columbus was truly a Catalan, contemporary documents qualify him as Genoese. For such reasons, many scholars have expressed strong doubts about reliability of the documentary.
So where was Columbus born?
Given the current state of knowledge, this is the most likely hypothesis the one of his birth in Genoa remains or, at most, in other locations in Liguria. Otherwise it would not be possible to explain why all the documents of the time state that the navigator was Genoese or Ligurian. The inconsistencies relating to name, writing and DNA can be explained in various ways, without “moving” the navigator’s place of birth.
Be careful, however, not to turn the story into a matter of national pride and interpret it as one sort of challenge between Italy and Spain. Columbus’ voyages had global effects: his arrival in America in 1492 changed the history of the entire planet. Columbus, in this sense, is “heritage” of the entire human race and all of us – Italians, Spaniards and inhabitants of other countries – are to some extent his heirs.
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https://uisjournal.com/christopher-columbus-jewish-and-from-valencia-a-documentary-takes-up-the-hypothesis-but-there-is-no-proof/
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Man accused of killing wife, stepson appears in court, held without bail
A Henderson man accused of killing his wife and stepson appeared in court Tuesday and is being held without bail.
Karl Groschen, 41, faces two open murder charges and a child abuse or neglect charge for the Friday death of his wife, 44-year-old Anastasiya Groschen, and stepson, Sergei Scoggins, 20.
Karl Groschen appeared before Pro Tem Justice of the Peace Lee Thomson for an arraignment that only lasted a few minutes. Groschen spoke briefly, confirming he had a copy of the criminal complaint filed against him and had been able to read it. Asked if he understood the charges, he said, “I think so.”
Thomson appointed the public defender’s office to represent Groschen, but Chief Deputy Public Defender Ryan Bashor said Groschen may ultimately be able to afford a private attorney.
Groschen is currently held at the Henderson Detention Center and attorneys did not present bail arguments Tuesday. Bashor said the defense would address Groschen’s custody status in a written motion.
Henderson Police have said they were called to a residence around 6 p.m. Friday after a man called and said, “You need to come here now; there’s a huge crime scene.” The address is redacted in Groschen’s arrest report, but police have said it was in the 300 block of Black Rock Hills Drive.
When officers arrived, Groschen, who held prescription bottles and a drink, told police: “You have to take me; I thought they were trying to kill me,” according to the report.
Officers found Anastasiya Groschen’s body in the garage behind the driver’s seat of a Toyota Prius. Scoggins was in the laundry room. Each victim had suffered about five gunshot wounds.
Karl Groschen’s next hearing is scheduled for Nov. 19.
Contact Noble Brigham at nbrigham@reviewjournal.com. Follow @BrighamNoble on X.
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https://www.reviewjournal.com/crime/courts/man-accused-of-killing-wife-stepson-appears-in-court-held-without-bail-3189997/
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This incredibly useful Pixel calling feature is finally reaching more users
- Google is expanding Pixel’s next-gen Call Screen feature to more markets.
- The feature is rolling out to Pixel users in Japan and the UK with the October 2024 Pixel Drop.
- The new Call Screen experience is available on Pixel 6 series and newer models.
Google offers a handy feature on its Pixel devices that lets the Google Assistant automatically answer calls for you and find out who’s calling and why. The Call Screen feature got an upgrade earlier this year, giving users access to a new Hello button to manually trigger Google Assistant to answer calls on their behalf. However, it was only available in a few markets. Google is now bringing it to more regions with the latest Pixel Drop.
The next-gen Call Screen feature is rolling out to Pixel users in Japan and the UK with the October 2024 Pixel Drop. It will be available on all Pixel devices eligible for the update, including the Pixel 6 series, Pixel 7 series, Pixel 8 series, and the latest Pixel 9 series. Once you receive the update, you will have to activate Call Screen on your device. You can do so by navigating to the Phone app settings and selecting the Spam and Call Screen or Call Screen option.
In the Call Screen settings, you can choose your protection level by selecting the types of callers you’d like to screen automatically. Pixel 6 series devices will have Unknown call settings on this page to select the types of callers to screen. Pixel 7 series and newer models will have an Automatically screen calls toggle to screen spam calls, possibly faked numbers, and first-time callers.
In addition to automatically screening calls, the next-gen Call Screen feature will allow the Google Assistant to ask the caller why they’re trying to reach you. You’ll hear their responses in real-time. You can then choose to answer the call or hang up if it’s a spam call.
The Call Screen feature also lets you save screened calls as audio or transcripts. To do so, you’ll have to enable the Save Call Screen audio option in the Phone app settings, navigate to a recently screened call, and select the Transcript or Transcript and audio options. If you don’t see these options, you can also select the History option and then choose See transcript.
In addition to the wider availability of the next-gen Call Screen feature, the October 2024 Pixel Drop brings a couple of other useful features to Pixel devices, including Night Sight support for Instagram, Google’s new Theft Protection suite, the new Pixel Weather app, and more.
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Clothes will dry in 'one minute' without tumble dryer with 1 laundry hack
Wet clothes can seemingly take forever to dry when on an indoor clothes horse, but one laundry enthusiast claims you can speed up the process.
A self-proclaimed "home expert", Caroline Solomon has shared a simple trick to make your laundry bone-dry in an hour or two.
Taking to her TikTok channel Neat Caroline, she revealed the "burrito" method to dry clothes faster – without the use of a tumble dryer.
In her online tutorial, Caroline lays out a dry towel flat, and places a wet shirt at one end. She then tightly rolls the towel and shirt together from the bottom up, similar to making a "burrito".
To extract excess moisture, she firmly presses down on the rolled-up towel, using her knees for extra support.
After unrolling, the garment is placed on a drying rack, and according to Caroline, it will "will dry in one to two hours instead of overnight".
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For those needing even faster results, Caroline recommended using a hairdryer after the burrito wrap to achieve a dry top, for example, in "one minute".
Fellow laundry enthusiast Deyan Dimitrov, the founder of Laundryheap, revealed his "quick-dry" tips for drying clothes indoors.
Without the use of a tumble dryer or a hair dryer, Deyan recommended positioning the clothes horse away from the walls facing the cold outside.
The best position in the house to dry clothes is somewhere where the most heat will be; this could be in a sunny room during the day or in a room where the heating is on.
Clothes should be drying in well-ventilated areas, however, to prevent mould from developing in the home - this could mean being placed by a draught door, for example.
Additionally, for clothes to dry "quickly and effectively", do leave plenty of space between each garment on the clothes horse.
This helps an adequate amount of air flow around the clothes, which helps to speed up the drying process.
If you do have a tumble dryer, this can significantly speed up the drying process, but not all clothes are suited to the machine – and they can be expensive to run.
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https://www.express.co.uk/life-style/property/1962440/how-to-dry-clothes-faster-indoors-no-dryer
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Updated October 15, 2024 at 12:41 PM ET
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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Samuel L. Jackson is ringing in three decades of Pulp Fiction with a callback to a classic scene.
In an Instagram post on Monday to commemorate the 30-year anniversary of the cult classic film’s release, Jackson ripped through the Pulp Fiction version of the Bible verse Ezekiel 25:17, the now-famous verse which gained widespread attention from fans of the Quentin Tarantino movie.
In the movie, Jackson delivers the now-famous passage as hitman Jules Winnfield, moments before he kills a thieving associate (Frank Whaley).
“YOU KNOW I STILL GOT IT!!! EZEKIEL 25:17,” Jackson captioned. “HAPPY 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF PULP FICTION.”
The Pulp Fiction actor runs through the verse quickly, while hitting small bursts of emotion during the monologue’s peak moments, including the famous “furious anger” section.
At the end of the film, Jackson recites the verse again, explaining that following a spiritual reawakening, he finds a different meaning.
1994’s Pulp Fiction is one of Tarantino’s most iconic films, the screenplay of which netted him and Roger Avary an Academy Award. The quotable crime drama film also starred Bruce Willis, Uma Thurman and Ving Rhames, among others.
The movie hit theaters Oct. 14, 1994, and has collected $212,891,598 in worldwide all-time box office, according to The Numbers.
By the way, in the Bible, Ezekiel 25:17 exists, but Tarantino rewrote it for the movie.
However, the “Ezekiel speech” was etched in pop culture history — in fact, it was literally etched in the Marvel Cinematic Universe: It can be seen on the headstone of the fake gravesite of Jackson’s Nick Fury at the end of Captain America: The Winter Soldier.
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Kia Syros will go on sale in early 2025 in India and it will be positioned above the Sonet and below the Seltos
Kia India is preparing to launch a series of new vehicles including the next-gen Carnival premium MPV, the EV9 seven-seater flagship electric SUV, a new compact SUV and several others. The upcoming compact SUV will be positioned above the Sonet in the brand’s domestic portfolio and is internally codenamed ‘Clavis’.
It could carry the production name ‘Syros’ as the name has been trademarked and it has been caught testing multiple times in India as well as abroad. It will likely go on sale in early 2025 and will compete with popular compact SUVs such as Tata Nexon, Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Hyundai Venue, Mahindra XUV 3XO, Renault Kiger, Maruti Suzuki Fronx, Nissan Magnite, etc.
Drawing inspiration from the global Soul, the upcoming Kia Syros will feature distinctive design elements like tall pillars and upright proportions. This design approach is expected to provide a more spacious cabin and larger boot compared to the Sonet, positioning the Syros just below the Seltos midsize SUV. Reports suggest that the Kia Syros will be available with a variety of powertrain options, including hybrid and electric versions in the future.
The latest set of spy images indicates the presence of an upright front end with a vertical LED lighting system that doubles up as turn signals and a clamshell bonnet while the rear features pillar-mounted L-shaped LED tail lamps and a busy bumper with more lighting elements. The Kia Syros will also feature 16-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels and functional roof rails as the influence of the flagship Telluride cannot be ruled out either.
The Kia Syros is expected to feature the familiar 1.2L naturally aspirated petrol engine in its lower trim levels, delivering 82 bhp and 114 Nm of peak torque. This engine is likely to be paired with either a five-speed manual or an automated manual transmission. Additionally, a CNG variant may be offered. Kia is also considering adding a more powerful 1.0L turbo petrol engine producing 118 bhp and 172 Nm.
The Kia Syros will be packed with features including six airbags as standard, a 360-degree camera system, ADAS, a sunroof, disc brakes on all four wheels, a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, a fully-digital instrument cluster, automatic climate control, ventilated front seats and so on.
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https://gaadiwaadi.com/kia-syros-compact-suv-spied-testing-again-revealing-new-details/
| 2024-10-15T17:20:38Z
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(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) LOS ANGELES, Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz reminds investors that class action lawsuits have been filed on behalf of shareholders of the following publicly-traded companies. Investors have until the deadlines listed below to file a lead plaintiff motion.
Investors suffering losses on their investments are encouraged to contact The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz to discuss their legal rights in these class actions at 310-914-5007 or by email to ... .
Extreme Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: EXTR )
Class Period: July 27, 2022 – January 30, 2024
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: October 15, 2024
The complaint filed in this class action alleges that throughout the Class Period, Defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements, as well as failed to disclose material adverse facts about the Company's business, operations, and prospects. Specifically, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) that the Company was suffering from adverse client demand trends as its clients had ordered more product from the Company than needed in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic to avoid supply shortages and because of a lack of alternative sourcing options and thereby had cannibalized their Class Period purchasing needs; (2) that the Company was increasingly offsetting these adverse organic demand trends with the fulfillment of backlog orders in a manner that materially exceeded the proportion represented to investors; (3) that, as a result, the Company was drawing down its backlog at a much faster rate than represented to investors; (4) that, as a result, the Company's backlog was already decreasing and at a much quicker pace than defendants' statements to investors that backlog would only“begin to shrink” in 4Q23 and it would be not until“fiscal '26 when it really goes back to normal”; (5) that, as a result, the Company's backlog was not on track to continue increasing to $600 million; and (6) that, as a result, defendants had materially misrepresented the Company's organic demand, revenue growth, and market share gains as the fulfillment of the Company's backlog masked a decline in organic demand and attendant revenues; and (7) as a result, Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
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PDD Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: PDD )
Class Period: April 30, 2021 – August 23, 2024
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: October 15, 2024
The complaint filed in this class action alleges that throughout the Class Period, Defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements, as well as failed to disclose material adverse facts about the Company's business, operations, and prospects. Specifically, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) PDD's applications contained malware, which was designed to obtain user data without the user's consent, including reading private text messages; (2) PDD has no meaningful system to prevent goods made by forced labor from being sold on its platform, and has openly sold banned products on its Temu platform; (3) the foregoing subjected the Company to a heightened risk of legal and political scrutiny; and (4) as a result, Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
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Sprinklr, Inc. (NYSE: CXM )
Class Period: March 29, 2023 – June 5, 2024
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: October 15, 2024
The complaint filed in this class action alleges that throughout the Class Period, Defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements, as well as failed to disclose material adverse facts about the Company's business, operations, and prospects. Specifically, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) Sprinklr had significantly shifted its focus away from proven growth areas to focus aggressively on scaling a new business venture with Contact Center as a Service, resulting in artificially inflated short-term growth; (2) the Company's projections failed to account for the difficulties in the implementation of scaling the Company's new product and/or otherwise failed to adequately disclose the fact that the Company at the current time did not have adequate forecasting processes; and (3) as a result, Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
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Symbotic Inc. (NASDAQ: SYM )
Class Period: May 6, 2024 – July 29, 2024
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: October 15, 2024
The complaint filed in this class action alleges that throughout the Class Period, Defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements, as well as failed to disclose material adverse facts about the Company's business, operations, and prospects. Specifically, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) the Company was not truly equipped to timely deploy their systems or otherwise appropriately manage expenses through project delays; and (2) as a result, Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
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The mysterious veil of the Treasury monument in Petra, Jordan, has been lifted once again.
Beneath the ancient rock-cut building, archaeologists have uncovered a hidden tomb containing 12 relatively well-preserved human skeletons along with an extensive array of grave offerings.
The discovery comes more than two decades after similar tombs were found on the other side of the famed Treasury, also known as Al Khazneh, which is one of the Seven Wonders of the World as well as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
A team of researchers received permission from Jordanian authorities early this year to undertake a week of remote sensing in and around the Treasury, which was the center of a city hand-carved into the walls of a desert canyon by the people of the Nabatean Kingdom.
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“There was always the thought that there might be more tombs, but none had ever been found that still contained burials,” Richard Bates, a geophysicist and professor at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland, told NBC News in an email. “The hope was to find a tomb that was intact.”
Using ground-penetrating radar, the joint Jordanian and American team, which also included the Jordanian Department of Antiquities and the American Center of Research, a nonprofit based in Amman, detected a void and pinpointed its location and depth. Instead of digging straight down, which would have meant cutting through solid rock and damaging part of the building, they dug carefully from the outside toward the void by hand, Bates said.
Inside were 12 human skeletons at their original burial site, including one grasping the top part of a broken jug that most likely dates to the first century BC.
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The remains most likely include both men and women and range in age from children to adults, Bates said, though that has yet to be confirmed.
The discovery could provide new insight into the Treasury, whose purpose remains unknown, as well as the Nabatean people.
“Since no complete burials has ever been found here before, it is likely that we will learn a great deal more about the Nabatean kingdom from this find,” Bates said.
The Treasury, which receives more than a million visitors a year, is the most famous of Petra’s iconic monuments. It appeared in Steven Spielberg’s 1989 film “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade” as the cinematic resting place of the Holy Grail.
The excavation of the newly revealed tomb was featured in a two-part episode of the American reality television series “Expedition Unknown” that aired on Discovery Channel.
Bates said there were indications of other voids in the area that could also be tombs.
“It is highly likely that there are more to be found,” he said, “and so we need the funding to get back and continue the studies.”
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OpenAI has lost a lot of top leadership lately, but they're gaining a big one: a top AI researcher from Microsoft.
In the wake of several high-profile exits, Microsoft's Sebastien Bubeck is joining the OpenAI team, according to a report from The Information. Bubeck told his staff on Monday that he's leaving for OpenAI. The new role at OpenAI is currently unknown, but the researcher is leaving Microsoft to "to further his work toward developing AGI," said a Microsoft spokesperson to the outlet.
Within the past year, OpenAI has seen an exodus of top leadership, including co-founders Ilya Sutskever and Greg Brockman (on extended leave) and most recently, CTO Mira Murati, over reported clashes with the direction CEO Sam Altman is taking the company. Reports have surfaced of prioritizing commercialization over responsible AI development as OpenAI grows further away from a research lab and more into a typical for-profit tech company.
Bubeck is a VP of Microsoft GenAI and led a machine learning team in the development of Microsoft's Phi models, which are low-cost, lightweight versions of OpenAI's GPT models that are now used for Bing Chat and various Office 365 AI features. What Bubeck will do at OpenAI is uncertain, but the development of smaller, cheaper AI models is a growing area of focus for all AI companies, since they can perform many of the same everyday tasks as the the larger foundation models for a fraction of the cost.
Recently, OpenAI has taken to launching mini versions of their models, like GPT-4o mini and o1 mini, a lightweight version of its advanced reasoning model. So perhaps we'll see more cost-effective models as OpenAI looks to turn a profit and recoup its funders $6.6 billion investment.
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https://mashable.com/article/microsoft-ai-researcher-sebastien-bubeck-joins-openai-team
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Las Vegas Strip headliner sets final residency dates
Carrie Underwood’s work here is done.
The headliner who opened Resorts World Theatre in a pinch has announced her final dates for “Reflection,” April 9, 11-12.
“I have absolutely loved performing in Las Vegas over the past three years,” Underwood said in a statement, now referring to her Resorts World show in past tense. “I am so proud of the ‘Reflection’ production, which is truly one of my favorite shows to perform. It’s been so special to reflect on the greatest hits that have defined my career so far and to get to share them with the fans that come to Vegas from all over the world.”
Tickets for those dates are on sale 10 a.m. Friday Pacific time at AXS.com. Her dates this month, beginning Wednesday and this weekend, are on sale now. So are her six previously announced dates March 26, 28-29; and April 2, 4-5.
AEG Presents Senior Vice President Bobby Reynolds noted the show’s strong sales since opening in November 2021. Speaking of Underwood, he said, “Her unparalleled talent matched with her vision for ‘Reflection: The Las Vegas Residency’ created an unprecedented concert experience for over 300,000 adoring fans.”
Underwood’s “Reflection” show was booked by AEG Presents, in its exclusive partnership with the resort. The “Sunday Night Football” theme song performer stepped in as the venue’s first headliner in November 2021, after Celine Dion pulled her dates while suffering from Stiff Person Syndrome.
Dates for Dion’s possible return are being held through 2025. The former Colosseum at Caesars Palace headliner has not specified if or how she will make it back to an extended engagement. Other than to express optimism she will return to live performance, Dion’s reps have consistently declined to comment on the strategy behind her return.
Last week, Dion released the single and video of her performance of French favorite Édith Piaf’s “L’Hymne à l’amour” (“Hymn to Love”) at the opening ceremonies of the Paris Olympics in July. That remains her only live performance since she stepped down just before the pandemic in March 2020.
John Katsilometes’ column runs daily in the A section. His “PodKats!” podcast can be found at reviewjournal.com/podcasts. Contact him at jkatsilometes@reviewjournal.com. Follow @johnnykats on X, @JohnnyKats1 on Instagram.
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https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/entertainment-columns/kats/las-vegas-strip-headliner-sets-final-residency-dates-3189990/
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How to enable the new Theft Protection feature on your Android phone
Android 15 came full of new features and capabilities, but Google also reminded us of some features that are available to devices with previous Android versions. Such is the case of the AI-supported Theft Protection feature. Let’s go over what this feature is all about, and help you enable it on most devices running Android 10 or newer.
QUICK ANSWER
To enable Theft Protection on Android, go to Settings > Google > All services > Theft protection and enable Theft Detection Lock. Tap on Turn on to confirm the change.
Here, you can also modify extra security features like Offline Device Lock, Remote Lock, and Find & erase your device.
JUMP TO KEY SECTIONS
What is Theft Protection on Android?
Theft Protection is a feature that Google introduced alongside Android 15. It uses AI to detect if someone forcefully took your phone from your hands and ran away.
You’ll also find added features within this setting to further protect your private data and information. For example, the system can lock your device if it goes offline, as it’s common for thieves to turn on Airplane Mode after stealing devices.
There’s also Remote Lock, which makes it possible to use the device’s phone number to lock it. You just need to go to android.com/lock, enter the phone number, and hit Lock device.
Of course, you can always use Find My Device for these secondary features, but it’s nice to have options, and the Theft Detection Lock is certainly a nice bonus.
How to enable Theft Protection
Now that you know what this feature is all about, it’s time to learn how to enable Theft Protection on Android 10 or newer devices. It will come disabled by default, so make sure to turn Theft Protection on, as you never know when your phone will get stolen. Best be prepared!
- Launch the Settings app.
- Go into the Google option.
- Tap on All services.
- Scroll down to the Personal & device safety section.
- Select Theft protection.
- Enable Theft Detection Lock.
- Tap on Turn on to confirm your selection.
On this page, you can also enable Offline Device Lock, Remote Lock, or tap on Find & erase your device to look into your Find My Device options.
FAQs
Theft Protection is available for most devices using Android 10 or newer.
Theft Protection uses a few tools to determine if your device was forcefully taken from your hands. These include the device’s motion sensors, Wi-Fi, and smart device connections.
No. Theft Protection is meant to protect your private information when the device is unlocked, so it will only work if your device is unlocked and in use.
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https://www.androidauthority.com/how-to-enable-theft-protection-android-3490422/
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Acala Token (ACA) traded down 1.4% against the U.S. dollar during the 1-day period ending at 13:00 PM Eastern on October 15th. One Acala Token coin can now be purchased for approximately $0.0608 or 0.00000091 BTC on exchanges. Over the last week, Acala Token has traded up 3.8% against the U.S. dollar. Acala Token has a market cap of $65.64 million and $6.36 million worth of Acala Token was traded on exchanges in the last 24 hours.
Here is how similar cryptocurrencies have performed over the last 24 hours:
- Toncoin (TON) traded 1.3% lower against the dollar and now trades at $5.24 or 0.00007832 BTC.
- BITCOIN ADDITIONAL (BTCA) traded up 1.9% against the dollar and now trades at $66,933.32 or 0.99974027 BTC.
- GateToken (GT) traded 1.5% lower against the dollar and now trades at $9.13 or 0.00013632 BTC.
- SingularityNET (AGIX) traded down 1.5% against the dollar and now trades at $0.63 or 0.00000943 BTC.
- Axie Infinity (AXS) traded 0.1% lower against the dollar and now trades at $4.86 or 0.00007255 BTC.
- BITICA COIN (BDCC) traded up 0.1% against the dollar and now trades at $0.0400 or 0.00000060 BTC.
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This year marks the fourth time Alt.Latino has taken over the Tiny Desk for Hispanic Heritage Month for a series we (or should I say you all) have billed El Tiny, but its the first time we’ve curated it with a specific theme in mind: We’re doing what we do best and leaning into love. Because we know better than anyone that when our people talk about love, we do so deeply and in totality.
Sheila E.: Tiny Desk Concert
One of the world’s most recognized drummers glides easily from genre to genre in this performance.
The Marías: Tiny Desk Concert
The indie band brings its authenticity and bedroom pop style to the Tiny Desk’s slightly bigger space.
Eladio Carrión: Tiny Desk Concert
The Kansas-born, Puerto Rico-raised artist blends English language hip-hop and Latin trap seamlessly in this performance.
Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso: Tiny Desk Concert
Argentina is a country notorious for unabashed expression and Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso take nothing for granted when it comes to showing up as they are.
Rita Payés: Tiny Desk Concert
The artist performs a variety of Spanish jazz that’s contemporary and nimble in its delivery, yet leans heavily on tradition.
Fabiola Méndez: Tiny Desk Concert
The Puerto Rican artist brings joy to the Tiny Desk with her signature cuatro.
Ivan Cornejo: Tiny Desk Concert
Whether in a stadium of 75,000 or behind a desk in an office building, Ivan Cornejo sings two notes and the heart quiets.
OKAN: Tiny Desk Concert
The group’s Afro-Cuban sounds honor tradition while stretching the boundaries of how it's expressed.
Daniel, Me Estás Matando: Tiny Desk Concert
The Mexican band brings its signature “Boleroglam” to the Tiny Desk.
Danny Ocean: Tiny Desk Concert
The Venezuelan artist’s performance reflects his ability to make universal music about love without losing sight of larger human struggles.
Juanes: Tiny Desk Concert
The Colombian superstar brought his intensely personal songs, which didn’t lose their power of speaking to heart.
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(NEW YORK) — Former President Donald Trump has again asked an appeals court to transfer his New York criminal hush money case to federal court, reigniting an effort to stall his sentencing or throw out his conviction on 34 felony courts.
In a filing on late Monday, Trump’s lawyers asked the New York-based U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit to reconsider a lower court’s September decision denying the former president’s attempt to remove the state case to federal court.
Defense lawyers argued in the filing that the jury in the case improperly saw evidence of Trump’s official acts as president which would have been protected by the Supreme Court’s July ruling on presidential immunity.
“This case presents complex first-impression issues relating to the Supremacy Clause, federal-officer removal, appearances of impropriety and conflicts in connection with an unprecedented and baseless prosecution of the leading candidate in the 2024 Presidential election, and the ability of future Presidents to serve the American people without fear of reprisal from hostile local officials,” lawyers Todd Blanche and Emil Bove wrote in the 99-page filing.
Trump was found guilty in May on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records related to a hush money payment to adult film actress Stormy Daniels in order to boost his electoral prospects in the 2016 presidential election.
In July, the Supreme Court ruled in a blockbuster decision that Trump is entitled to immunity from criminal prosecution for official acts undertaken while in office.
Criminal or civil cases against federal officials can be removed to federal court if the officials can prove the case centers on official conduct. When Trump sought to remove his hush money case to federal court in 2023 by arguing that the allegations related to his official acts as president, U.S. District Judge Alvin Hellerstein denied the move, writing that “hush money paid to an adult film star is not related to a President’s official acts.”
Judge Hellerstein then denied Trump’s request to reconsider his decision in September, as Trump was seeking to delay his sentencing, because the former president failed to show “good cause” for why the issue should be examined again.
“Nothing in the Supreme Court’s opinion affects my previous conclusion that the hush money payments were private, unofficial acts, outside the bounds of executive authority,” Judge Hellerstein wrote.
Trump is now appealing Hellerstein’s September decision, which defense lawyers argue relied on a “profoundly flawed analysis.”
Trump is scheduled to be sentenced on Nov. 26, after the New York judge overseeing the case, Juan Merchan, granted Trump’s request to delay sentencing until after the November election.
In their filing Monday, Trump’s lawyers also aired grievances about an alleged conflict of interest by Judge Merchan and political motivations of the prosecutors, writing that witnesses “concocted the type of false and implausible story President Trump’s political opponents wanted to hear.”
If the effort to remove the case to federal court is successful, it could give Trump the authority to kill the prosecution if he is elected to the presidency in November. Unlike his federal criminal cases, Trump is unable to direct the prosecution or pardon himself if the case remains in state court.
The removal attempt could also impact the timing of Trump’s Nov. 26 sentencing if the motion remains unresolved by then.
Separately, Judge Merchan is expected to issue a ruling on Trump’s effort to throw out the conviction based on presidential immunity by Nov. 12.
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Android 15 is finally here but even older phones are getting a big update
Google is rolling out the latest version of Android to Pixel devices starting today with a bonus for most other Android users
It’s been a long time coming but Google is officially updating Pixel smartphones today with Android 15, the latest version of the company’s mobile operating system. If you have a Pixel 6, 7, 8, 9 or one of the two Pixel Fold phones, you should get a free download of the software very soon. Google broke with tradition and launched the Pixel 9 series without a brand new Android version back in August, with fans waiting two months for Android 15 to be available.
Compared to previous years when a new Android version meant a big visual overhaul, Android 15 might seem like a small upgrade at first, but there are some changes under the hood that should benefit most phone owners.
Google’s main focus with Android 15 is to deter phone theft, a rising issue in many countries including the UK. Smartphones are pinched daily from the hands of the public, and part of the reason is that Android phones can often be relatively easily reset, wiped of your data, and sold on for profit. Thieves can also on occasion access your banking apps after stealing your phone, clearing your accounts of all your money.
Android 15 introduces a new Theft Detection Lock, which Google says uses AI to stop this.
“If your phone senses someone has snatched it and is trying to run, bike or drive away, it will automatically lock your device,” Google said. “You can also use Remote Lock to quickly lock your device from any device using your phone number and a simple security check.”
The best part is that this new feature is also coming as a free update to most Android phones running Android 10 or newer. That’s excellent news if you own an older phone that won’t get updated to Android 15 - though the phones that do get the new software will gain additional protection against theft including authentication requirements if your SIM is removed or if someone turns off Find My Device. It’s all to make sure it’s you doing these things and confirming your identity, rather than a phone thief resetting your phone.
Abbey Clancy tests audio cancellation feature on Google Pixel 8
Though Pixel phones will start getting Android 15 from today, you can expect other phone brands to soon start rolling out the new software to recent models. Surprisingly, Samsung has confirmed it won’t be releasing Android 15 (called One UI 7 when it comes to Galaxy phones) until early 2025, most likely to coincide with the release of the expected Galaxy S25 series.
Android 15 also has a new feature for Pixels called ‘private space’ where you can hide any app from view so others can’t see it when they use your phone.
“You can create a separate private space to organise sensitive apps, like your social, dating or banking apps,” Google said. “When private space is locked, apps remain virtually invisible to others and are hidden from your apps list, recent apps view, notifications and settings.”
You need to use your PIN or fingerprint to get into the private space too. Other Android phones already have versions of this feature, but it’s the first time Pixels are getting it, which is a bit slow of Google.
The big G has also brought a better more accessible taskbar to foldables and tablets with Android 15 that you can pin permanently like a desktop PCs toolbar, and you can create pairs of apps to launch simultaneously and take advantage of the big screen, though again this isn’t anything new in Android.
Slightly confusingly, there is also a ‘Pixel Drop’ today, which is a separate software update that brings new features to Pixel phones. Pixel Drops happen a few times per year as a way to bring new tools to Google’s phones, and this time they’re getting hands-free Gemini conversations with all models of Pixel Buds, and the ability to use Gemini to search the Pixel Screenshots app for information. The availability of Pixel Drop features varies by Pixel model.
Android 15 is the last Android version the Pixel 6 will get, but newer Pixels will get updates for much longer. The Pixel 8 and Pixel 9 have a guaranteed seven years of software support to keep them updated until 2030 and 2031 respectively.
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PARAMUS, N.J., Oct. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- NS Pharma, Inc. (NS Pharma), a subsidiary of Nippon Shinyaku Co., Ltd. (Nippon Shinyaku), announced that the Galactic53 study of VILTEPSO® (generic name: viltolarsen) – a treatment for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (Duchenne) – has been published in the journal Scientific Reports . The paper, "Safety and efficacy of viltolarsen in ambulatory and nonambulatory males with Duchenne muscular dystrophy", contains data from an open-label multicenter study, which was the first to evaluate the effects of viltolarsen on pulmonary function in participants with Duchenne.
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Ten ambulatory and ten nonambulatory participants ages eight years and older – with a confirmed deletion of the dystrophin gene that could be treated by exon 53 skipping – received 80 mg/kg of the drug intravenously once weekly for 48 weeks. Safety was evaluated as the primary endpoint, and pulmonary and motor function were evaluated as secondary efficacy endpoints. The pulmonary endpoints were compared to natural history data with matched patient backgrounds as a control group.
Both ambulatory and nonambulatory participants receiving viltolarsen experienced improved pulmonary function.
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"We're encouraged by these results for patients with exon 53 skip-amenable mutations," explains NS Pharma Vice President Medical Affairs & Pharmacovigilance Leslie Magnus, MD, who co-authored the study. "We're especially glad to report positive data was seen in both nonambulatory and ambulatory patients."
All treatment-emergent adverse events were mild or moderate. Four were considered treatment-related, and no participants discontinued. The side effect profile seen in this study is consistent with that reported in previous studies, and the treatment was well tolerated.
Both ambulatory and nonambulatory participants receiving viltolarsen experienced improved pulmonary function with higher percent predicted forced vital capacity (FVC%p) and higher peak cough flow (PCF) at Week 49 compared with controls. Ninety (90)% (nine / ten) of nonambulatory participants receiving viltolarsen had an increase or stabilization in FVC%p from baseline, and 60% (six / ten) of participants maintained FVC%p values >50% at Week 49, which is the recommended threshold for needing cough assist and nighttime ventilation interventions. For ambulatory participants treated with viltolarsen, 90% (nine / ten) of viltolarsen treated participants had an increase or stabilization in FVC%p from baseline, and all treated participants maintained FVC%p values >50% at Week 49.
Viltolarsen treated participants, including those who were nonambulant, also showed stabilized arm strength and mobility as assessed by performance of upper limb (PUL) scores over the 48-week treatment period.
About VILTEPSO® (Viltolarsen) Injection
Prior to its approval in the U.S. in August 2020, VILTEPSO was granted Priority Review as well as Rare Pediatric Disease, Orphan Drug and Fast Track Designations. In March 2020, VILTEPSO was approved in Japan for the treatment of patients with Duchenne who are amenable to exon 53 skipping therapy. Prior to its approval in Japan, VILTEPSO was granted the SAKIGAKE designation, orphan drug designation, and designation of Conditional Early Approval System.
Indication
VILTEPSO is indicated for the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) in patients who have a confirmed mutation of the DMD gene that is amenable to exon 53 skipping. This indication is approved under accelerated approval based on an increase in dystrophin production in skeletal muscle observed in patients treated with VILTEPSO. Continued approval for this indication may be contingent upon verification and description of clinical benefit in a confirmatory trial.
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Warnings and Precautions: Kidney toxicity was observed in animals who received viltolarsen. Although kidney toxicity was not observed in the clinical studies with
VILTEPSO, the clinical experience with VILTEPSO is limited, and kidney toxicity, including potentially fatal glomerulonephritis, has been observed after administration of some antisense oligonucleotides. Kidney function should be monitored in patients taking VILTEPSO.
Serum creatinine may not be a reliable measure of kidney function in patients with Duchenne. Serum cystatin C, urine dipstick, and urine protein-to-creatinine ratio should be measured before starting VILTEPSO. Consider also measuring glomerular filtration rate before starting VILTEPSO. During treatment, monitor urine dipstick every month, and serum cystatin C and urine protein-to-creatinine ratio every three months.
Urine should be free of excreted VILTEPSO for monitoring of urine protein. Obtain urine either prior to VILTEPSO infusion, or at least 48 hours after the most recent infusion. Alternatively, use a laboratory test that does not use the reagent pyrogallol red, which has the potential to generate a false positive result due to cross reaction with any VILTEPSO in the urine. If a persistent increase in serum cystatin C or proteinuria is detected, refer to a pediatric nephrologist for further evaluation.
Adverse Reactions: The most common adverse reactions include upper respiratory tract infection, injection site reaction, cough, and pyrexia.
To report an adverse event, or for general inquiries, please call NS Pharma Medical Information at 1-866-NSPHARM (1-866-677-4276)
For more information about VILTEPSO, see full Prescribing Information.
About Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Duchenne is a progressive form of muscular dystrophy that occurs primarily in males. It causes progressive weakness and loss of skeletal, cardiac, and respiratory muscles. Early signs of Duchenne may include delayed ability to sit, stand or walk. There is a progressive loss of mobility, and by adolescence, patients with Duchenne may require the use of a wheelchair. Cardiac and respiratory muscle problems begin in the teenage years and lead to serious, life-threatening complications. For more information about Duchenne, please visit wespeakduchenne.
About NS Pharma, Inc.
NS Pharma, Inc., is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nippon Shinyaku Co., Ltd. NS Pharma is a registered trademark of the Nippon Shinyaku Co., Ltd. For more information, please visit nspharma .
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SAVE 50%: Amazon Prime members can get a refurbished Amazon Smart Thermostat for just $34.99, down from the normal refurbished price of $69.99. That's a savings of $35.
Frosty winter days will be here shortly. Now's a great time to find those wool socks and make sure you still have a decent pair of gloves. It's also time to start thinking about heating costs, and if you haven't yet upgraded to a smart thermostat, today's deal at Amazon is meant just for you.
As of Oct. 15, Prime members can buy a certified refurbished Amazon Smart Thermostat for just $34.99, down from the usual refurbished price of $69.99. That's a 50% discount for Prime members or a savings of $35. A new Amazon Smart Thermostat sells for $79.99, which means Prime members are scoring a $45 savings compared to buying a new device.
The Amazon Smart Thermostat aims to please when it comes to keeping you at a comfortable temperature. Made with Honeywell Home Thermostat technology, the device comes backed with Amazon's stamp of approval that the refurbished device looks and functions like new.
With the Alexa app, you can schedule specific temperatures for specific times. With the ability to control the thermometer remotely, you can also alter the schedule or temperature when you're not home. That means you'll never need to deal with a dreaded bill if you happen to leave for a long weekend and forget to turn the thermostat down.
If you have an Alexa-enabled device at home like an Echo, you can use voice control to alter the settings of the Smart Thermostat. Keep in mind you'll need to be an Amazon Prime member to snag this discounted price. If you're not already a member, check out the benefits, which include free two-day shipping and exclusive sale offers. Prime costs $14.99 per month, or you can opt to save a bit and get an annual membership for $139.
If you're in the market for a more intelligent way to control your home's heat this winter, a refurbished Amazon Smart Thermostat is on sale for just $34.99 for all Prime members. Compared to a new model, you'll save $45.
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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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Mobvoi keeps pushing to stay in the Wear OS race with the new TicWatch Atlas
- Today, Mobvoi launched a brand-new Wear OS smartwatch, the Mobvoi TicWatch Atlas.
- The device builds on the company’s Pro 5 Enduro with updated features such as Heat Map Tracking, Fall Detection, and accuracy improvements.
- It is available now from Mobvoi.com for $349.99 as well as from third-party retailers such as Amazon.
Just as another launch season starts to feel wrapped up, today, Mobvoi introduced a brand new Wear OS option for adventurers, the TicWatch Atlas. On top of everything found in the successful TicWatch Pro 5 Enduro, the Atlas adds key upgrades such as Heat Map Tracking, Fall Detection, and Enhanced TicMotion. In short, this means personalized visual insights into completed routes and workouts, improved safety, and more accurate real-time stats and fitness tracking.
Meanwhile, the device comes in just one fairly large case size, weighing in at 47.2g. Like the Pro 5 Enduro, the watch body is made from stainless steel for a durable user experience and equips sapphire crystal protection over its 1.43-inch display, though it features an altered button design. Below the hood, the device’s specs also look a lot like those of its predecessor. It packs the same Snapdragon W5 Plus Gen 1 wearable platform, 2GB RAM, and 32GB of storage, plus a 628mAh battery. Thanks to this massive cell and built-in power efficiencies, Mobvoi claims the Atlas will last up to 90 hours in Smart Mode mode and up to 45 hours in Essential Mode. These are impressive specs for a smartwatch with such a loaded feature set.
But while Mobvoi seems to outperform the competition in terms of power, unfortunately, when it comes to the latest Wear OS, the company remains a step behind. The TicWatch Atlas runs Wear OS 4 out of the box, rather than this year’s Wear OS 5, which can currently be found on the newest devices from Google and Samsung.
Though Wear OS 4 is an improvement over the Wear OS 3.5 found on the Pro 5 Enduro, it’s still not the software that such a well-built and impressive watch deserves. It’s possible that the Atlas will be eligible for the newest software in the future, but as of now, there’s no planned update schedule. If slightly dated software doesn’t scare you away, the TicWatch Atlas is available now for $349.99 from Mobvoi.com as well as from third-party retailers like Amazon. It is currently available in Black, though a Silver colorway is also set to arrive.
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Prince George's passion shared by Princess Kate - and he got lessons from world number one
The young prince has developed several sporty passions from both his parents and has even had lessons from a sporting legend.
Prince George is well-known to have developed a love of sports from his parents, whether that be swimming, scuba diving or football.
While the 11-year-old currently does triathlons at school as his main hobby, it appears that George has always been passionate about tennis since he was just a few years old.
As his mum Princess Kate is the patron of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, it comes as no surprise that she has tried to help George pursue his passion, which includes setting up lessons for her eldest son with a world number one.
In 2017 during a visit to the Lawn Tennis Association, Kate revealed that George, who was four at the time, had started to learn how to play tennis.
At the time she asked LTA coach Sam Richardson for advice on what she could do to help him develop some tennis schools.
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The Mirror reported that the coach said: "She says with George just being four he wants to whack a ball, so she was asking what sort of stuff she should be doing.
“They will struggle at that age to hit a ball. She said he's interested in it, but more in whacking the ball."
Years later, it appears Kate is still trying to help her son nurture his hobby as she arranged for friend and sports star Roger Federer to give the second-in-line to the throne a tennis lesson at her parents' Bucklebury home.
When talking about the experience, former professional tennis player Federer said: "At that stage, it's all about just touching the ball, it's already good. Same with my boys."
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The tennis legend also said that Prince George might admire him more than some other players as he had an “advantage”.
According to The Mirror, he said: "I think I have a little advantage that I actually spent some time, you know, with him. I'm the only player he's ever met. Then you have a little head start in who is your favourite player!"
The Swiss player was ranked world No. 1 in singles by the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) for 310 weeks, including a record 237 consecutive weeks, and finished as the year-end No. 1 five times. During his career, he also won 103 singles titles on the ATP Tour, the second most of all time.
It is believed the tennis player is good friends with Kate and the rest of the Wales family.
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Delivering for America plan investments fuel holiday season preparedness
Operational improvements ready the organization for cost effective handling of increased volume
USPS remains the most affordable way to ship mail and packages this holiday season
WASHINGTON, Oct. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Postal Service is primed and ready to deliver exceptional service during the 2024 holiday rush, thanks to the substantial progress USPS has made under the Delivering for America plan - a $40 billion investment aimed at revitalizing the national postal network.
Throughout 2024, USPS has been relentlessly working toward the objectives of its 10-year Delivering for America plan.
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"Our operational, transportation and delivery processes have never been more finely tuned," said PMG Louis DeJoy.
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By harnessing the power of network modernization, an upgraded delivery fleet and the successful launch of the USPS Ground Advantage and USPS Connect services, the Postal Service is building a reenergized, nationwide integrated mail and package network.
This logical, efficient, cost-effective and reliable network will ensure dependable and affordable service throughout the holiday season. As a result, USPS is ideally suited to handle the increased volume of mail and packages typical of the holiday season, demonstrating its commitment to providing reliable, high-quality service to all customers.
"The Postal Service's historic transformation - made possible by our Delivering for America plan - has allowed us to realize more package processing capacity than ever before," said Postmaster General and CEO Louis DeJoy. "Our operational, transportation and delivery processes have never been more finely tuned, and I am fully confident in our ability to once again handle the peak holiday season surge. We are strongly positioned to deliver exceptional, affordable service to the American people during the holidays and beyond."
Key accomplishments and areas of progress ahead of the 2024 peak holiday season include:
Increasing daily processing capacity to approximately 60 million:
USPS has expanded its daily package processing capacity to approximately 60 million. Since 2020, the Postal Service has nearly tripled its daily package processing capacity. Increased package processing capacity allows for packages to move through the postal network faster and USPS to lease temporary annexes to handle increases in holiday volume.
Planning to hire only 7,500 seasonal staff: With a stabilized workforce and improved operating processes, the Postal Service plans to hire 7,500 seasonal staff, compared with 10,000 last year.
Revamping the postal delivery and processing network: The organization has dedicated nearly $17.3 billion from the plan's $40 billion self-funded investment budget to drive the transformation of the postal network. This commitment is fueling the ongoing development of a modernized, efficient and technologically advanced postal network.
Enhancing the postal delivery fleet:
USPS is significantly upgrading the fleet with the addition of 106,000 new, more reliable vehicles. This includes 66,000 zero-emission electric vehicles, demonstrating the organization's commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility while ensuring reliable service.
Offering new shipping services: The successful implementation of
USPS Ground Advantage and USPS Connect has led to a notable surge in shipping volumes. These initiatives have not only expanded the Postal Service's capacity but also improved its efficiency, ensuring a seamless shipping experience for customers.
USPS has also prioritized morning parcel delivery, enhanced scanning technology and extended retail and pick-up delivery hours at popular Post Office locations, while continuing to offer the lowest postage rates in the industrialized world.
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Please Note: The United States Postal Service is an independent federal establishment, mandated to be self-financing and to serve every American community through the affordable, reliable and secure delivery of mail and packages to 167 million addresses six and often seven days a week. Overseen by a bipartisan Board of Governors, the Postal Service is implementing a 10-year transformation plan, Delivering for America , to modernize the postal network, restore long-term financial sustainability, dramatically improve service across all mail and shipping categories, and maintain the organization as one of America's most valued and trusted brands.
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Arkfeld Wealth Strategies L.L.C. decreased its holdings in Suzano S.A. (NYSE:SUZ – Free Report) by 5.7% in the third quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 105,752 shares of the company’s stock after selling 6,371 shares during the period. Arkfeld Wealth Strategies L.L.C.’s holdings in Suzano were worth $1,084,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission.
A number of other hedge funds also recently bought and sold shares of SUZ. PNC Financial Services Group Inc. grew its position in shares of Suzano by 16.1% in the 4th quarter. PNC Financial Services Group Inc. now owns 8,798 shares of the company’s stock worth $100,000 after buying an additional 1,222 shares during the last quarter. Creative Planning increased its position in shares of Suzano by 4.7% during the second quarter. Creative Planning now owns 47,191 shares of the company’s stock worth $485,000 after purchasing an additional 2,128 shares in the last quarter. QRG Capital Management Inc. lifted its holdings in shares of Suzano by 48.7% during the 1st quarter. QRG Capital Management Inc. now owns 22,486 shares of the company’s stock valued at $287,000 after purchasing an additional 7,367 shares during the last quarter. Caprock Group LLC purchased a new stake in shares of Suzano during the 2nd quarter valued at $103,000. Finally, Van ECK Associates Corp boosted its position in shares of Suzano by 26.1% in the 2nd quarter. Van ECK Associates Corp now owns 53,403 shares of the company’s stock worth $548,000 after purchasing an additional 11,059 shares in the last quarter. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 2.55% of the company’s stock.
Suzano Stock Down 1.7 %
NYSE:SUZ traded down $0.17 during mid-day trading on Tuesday, hitting $9.70. 375,743 shares of the company’s stock traded hands, compared to its average volume of 1,850,747. The company has a fifty day moving average of $9.86 and a 200 day moving average of $10.13. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 2.00, a quick ratio of 2.03 and a current ratio of 2.48. Suzano S.A. has a twelve month low of $8.78 and a twelve month high of $12.98. The company has a market capitalization of $12.84 billion, a P/E ratio of 7.06 and a beta of 0.98.
About Suzano
Suzano SA produces and sells eucalyptus pulp and paper products in Brazil and internationally. It operates through Pulp and Paper segments. The company offers coated and uncoated printing and writing papers, paperboards, tissue papers, and market and fluff pulps; and lignin. It also engages in the research, development, and production of biofuel; operation of port terminals; power generation and distribution business; commercialization of equipment and parts; industrialization, commercialization, and exporting of pulp and standing wood; road freight transport; biotechnology research and development; and commercialization of paper and computer materials.
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https://www.themarketsdaily.com/2024/10/15/arkfeld-wealth-strategies-l-l-c-cuts-holdings-in-suzano-s-a-nysesuz.html
| 2024-10-15T17:20:55Z
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SAVE $10: As of Oct. 15, get the 25W Apple MagSafe Charger at Amazon for just $29, down from its normal price of $39. That's a 26% discount and the same price we saw it for during Prime Day.
Did you score a new Apple iPhone 16? If you plan on charging it wirelessly by way of MagSafe, you need a new, up-to-date charger. That means another expense even beyond your initial phone purchase, as your older MagSafe charger isn't going to be able to handle the new phone for wireless re-ups. Instead, you'll want Apple's new 25W MagSafe Charger, which you can grab at Amazon right now. Luckily, you won't have to spend full price on it, since it's gone down to its lowest price since Prime Day.
As of Oct. 15, you can get the 25W Apple MagSafe Charger for just $29 at Amazon. That's $10 off its normal price of $39 and a 26% discount. This matches the Prime Day prices we saw last week. This price is for the 1 meter cable. You can get the 2 meter cable for $39 instead if you need some additional length.
If you want to make sure your iPhone 16 reaches max battery capacity quickly while charging it wirelessly, this is your only option. The previous 15W model won't cut it, so you'll hae to do an upgrade if you plan on dropping your phone to charge and go. It has a braided cable and a USB-C slot with a circular puck, if you're unfamiliar with MagSafe charging pads, so all you have to do is put your phone down and walk away – it'll do the rest.
Of course, you can still charge your older MagSafe-compatible models with this puck as well. That applies to iPhone 8 and later, and it'll work with AirPods that have wireless charging cases as well. Be sure to snatch up a charger if you want to keep up with the times.
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https://mashable.com/article/oct-15-apple-magsafe-charger-deal
| 2024-10-15T17:20:55Z
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Davante Adams is leaving Las Vegas and teaming up with an old friend once again.
The Raiders reportedly have agreed to trade the three-time All-Pro wide receiver to the New York Jets, reuniting him with quarterback Aaron Rodgers.
The Jets are sending a conditional third-round pick to the Raiders to complete the deal, NFL Media's Ian Rapoport reported. The pick reportedly could become a second-round pick based on performance.
It’s a conditional 3rd rounder going to the #Raiders that can become a 2nd rounder based on performance.
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Rapoport reported that Adams was in the building and taking a physical with the Jets Wednesday morning.
Adams arrived in Las Vegas in 2022 after spending his first eight NFL seasons with Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers. He made the Pro Bowl in his first year with the Raiders and had his fifth career 100-catch, 1,000-yard season in 2023.
The 31-year-old wideout has 18 receptions for 209 yards and a touchdown so far in 2024. He missed the team's last three games with a hamstring injury.
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Following the Week 4 victory, reports came out that Adams "preferred" to be traded out of Las Vegas. He told FanDuel's Kay Adams on Oct. 1 that he had not heard from Antonio Pierce after the Raiders head coach appeared to like a social media post suggesting the team trade him.
The Jets and Saints were high on Adams' list of potential landing spots, ESPN's Adam Schefter reported on Oct. 2. A trade to New Orleans would have reunited Adams with former Fresno State and Raiders teammate Derek Carr.
New York is desperate for a turnaround after a tumultuous couple of weeks. The team started 2-1 but has since dropped three straight games, beginning with a home loss to the Denver Broncos in Week 4.
From there, the Jets flew across the Atlantic for a London game against the Minnesota Vikings. The team lost 23-17 and proceeded to fire head coach Robert Saleh on Oct. 8. Defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich was promoted to interim head coach, and the team made another coaching shakeup by taking play-calling duties from offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett -- who coached Rodgers and Adams in Green Bay -- and giving them to Todd Downing.
Ulbrich made his head coaching debut in a highly anticipated Monday Night Football game against the Buffalo Bills. Penalties, two missed field goals and a late Rodgers interception cost the Jets, who lost 23-20 and dropped to 2-4 on the season.
The Jets will be back in the primetime spotlight in Week 7, as they will visit the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday Night Football.
This is a developing story.
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https://www.nbcmiami.com/news/sports/nfl/davante-adams-raiders-jets-trade-aaron-rodgers/3433375/
| 2024-10-15T17:20:55Z
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ASML cuts sales forecasts in Q3 earnings published early; shares plummet
AMSTERDAM :Computer chip equipment maker ASML reported on Tuesday third-quarter earnings that surprised markets with weak bookings and lower than expected sales forecasts for 2025, sending the company's shares to their biggest one-day drop since 1998.
The company said that despite a boom in AI-related chips, other parts of the semiconductor market remained weak longer than expected, leading companies that make logic chips to delay orders and customers that make memory chips to only add "limited" new capacity.
ASML, Europe's biggest tech firm, is the biggest supplier of equipment used to manufacture chips, with top customers including AI chipmaker TSMC of Taiwan, as well as Intel, Samsung, Micron and SK Hynix.
The quarterly earnings numbers were published on the company's website a day earlier than expected in error.
"We expect our 2025 total net sales to grow to a range between 30-35 billion euros, which is the lower half of the range that we provided at our 2022 Investor Day," Chief Executive Christophe Fouquet said in a statement.
Trading in the shares were halted several times in Amsterdam and displayed down 16 per cent at 668.10 euros at 1542 GMT.
The company's earnings showed net profit of 2.1 billion euros on sales of 7.5 billion euros ($8.2 billion), slightly ahead of analyst estimates.
However, the company's bookings were 2.6 billion euros, well below forecasts that had ranged between 4 billion euros and 6 billion euros.
ASML said that while demand for AI-related chips were strong, other market segments were taking "taking longer to recover."
"This is expected to continue in 2025, which is leading to customer cautiousness."
A spokesperson for the company said it was working on a full explanation of the results and early publication.
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https://www.channelnewsasia.com/business/asml-cuts-sales-forecasts-q3-earnings-published-early-shares-plummet-4680261
| 2024-10-15T17:20:56Z
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PHILADELPHIA — 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 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 the 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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https://www.nbcsports.com/mlb/news/phillies-sign-manager-rob-thomson-to-1-year-extension-after-three-straight-trips-to-playoffs
| 2024-10-15T17:20:56Z
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October 15, 2024
Shania Twain is reportedly keeping her husband Frederic on his toes.
As the songstress is reaping the fruits of a successful musical comeback, she is reportedly embracing all that life has to offer once again, per Life & Style.
“After she got Lyme disease [in 2003] everything changed, it put a huge damper on her every aspect of her life,” they even addressed.
They went on to add, “She couldn’t even sing for 15 years and was constantly exhausted.”
Despite these difficulties, “she battled back and has regained her voice and her health and feels like she has a new lease on life,” the source continued.
“Her husband is, of course, thrilled to see her going full steam ahead again,” the source also claimed and noted, “it’s been a “big adjustment for him because it’s not just her energy for work and life that’s skyrocketed, she’s also very sexually charged again.”
In addition to this, Frederic has “been complaining to people that she’s wearing him out!” because her “libido is sky high.”
“He adores her and thinks she’s the most beautiful woman in the world, but he’s well into middle age and doesn’t have the stamina of a twenty-something, so it’s got him pretty worried about keeping her satisfied!” they concluded.
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https://www.geo.tv/latest/569202-shania-twains-husband-pretty-worried-for-her-after-big-adjustment-source
| 2024-10-15T17:20:56Z
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2 Zodiac Signs Experience Luck & Abundance On October 16, 2024
You're just gonna love this!
On October 16, 2024, two lucky zodiac signs will experience the type of abundance they want and need. Wednesday is an energetically charged day as the cosmos brings a day full of opportunities and challenges that will help us lean into our intuition and invite exciting and total personal transformation into our lives!
Mercury and Neptune team up, helping to amplify our imaginations and intuitive communication abilities. Self-reflect. You want to be on the same page with others. Dive into those tough tasks that require out-of-the-box solutions! You'll feel the pull to trust your gut and let your mind wander into the realm of possibilities!
The Moon will also connect with the North Node today, a major signal for growth and purpose. Whether you're beginning a new project or reflecting on your future, this aspect gives you the courage to step into your destiny confidently! The Moon will team up with Jupiter, bringing an optimistic, expansive energy when it comes to learning new things and exploring new opportunities that seem to pop out of nowhere!
Two zodiac signs experience luck & abundance on October 16, 2024:
1. Aries
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Aries, get ready to light that fire under your public life because things are about to heat up! With Pluto direct in Capricorn, blushing you to the front lines, you're not just feeling ready to charge ahead; you know you were born to! Your ambitions are in overdrive right now.
You're probably making some tweaks to ensure it's stronger than ever when rebuilding your professional foundation! You're probably feeling like a superhero without the cape, determined to leave your mark in this world, and spoiler alert — you will! But, all work and no play?
We know that's not your style, Aries! Ensure you find time to keep your balance as you pursue your goals! Not everyone can handle the heat you're bringing! Some might get burned by your success or try to throw shade, but you? You laugh in the face of jealousy! This is your time to shine because you know any bumps in the road are just part of the adventure!
It’s all about rising from the ashes like the fierce ram you are, ready to prove anyone who doubts you wrong. After all, you don’t back down from a challenge—that’s when you thrive. Mediocre? Not in your vocabulary, Aries. You crave the big wins, and you’ll go the extra mile to play the game and dominate it.
Today, remember: introspection is the name of the game! Think of the day as your spring cleaning for the soul. Sure, it might feel like you’re stuck in the mud sometimes, but clearing out those old skeletons will leave you feeling lighter and brighter. You’re the ram, after all — you don’t shy away from the tough stuff, and facing those inner fears is just another hill to climb.
This is your time, Aries! You’re on fire, ready to tackle whatever the universe throws your way. Keep that flame burning bright, and know no one can stop you when you’re in full sprint. Today, the journey isn’t just about winning; it’s about taking the reins, breaking through barriers, and leading the charge toward greatness. Let the world know: Aries has arrived!
2. Gemini
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Gemini, get ready to strap in because today's gonna be a good one! You may feel like your usual curious self, and you're prepared to dive into the hidden mysteries of life like Sherlock Holmes on a sugar rush! As a Gemini, nothing satisfies you more than locking in and unlocking the unknown, and right now, your primal urges are turning up the heat!
Your perspectives on money, intimacy and life's deeper (and darker!) meanings shift. You flip from one hobby to the next (and boy, you know that happens fast!). Fiscally speaking, things are about to change, especially regarding shared resources or partner support. Whether juggling student loans or a down payment, we know you'll handle it with finesse and avoid financial toxicity in a relationship.
Plus, on the work front, you're on a mission! You're throwing yourself into passion projects and deep research like a detective, and you won’t stop until you’ve cracked the case. Your thirst for knowledge about the “dark” or taboo side of life is running wild, and your ability to explore every angle will make today extra juicy!
In your relationships, you may be craving that passionate connection that gives you butterflies, making you wonder how fast you can fly away. Classic Gemini! Luckily, with Mercury in Libra, you're on a productivity binge, sorting out every detail of your life with a diplomatic charm.
With all this cosmic energy on your side, Gemini, you're tapping into your superpowers of adaptability and curiosity, making today the luckiest day for you to transform your life and still have time to chase the next shiny thing! So go on and get it, Gemini!
Jla Starr Johnson is a journalist currently enrolled in the Professional Astrologer Training and Certification Diploma Program at Astrology University.
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https://www.yourtango.com/2024379355/lucky-zodiac-signs-experience-abundance-october-16-2024
| 2024-10-15T17:20:56Z
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Royal fans are all saying the same thing after Prince William's latest public appearance
Prince William wowed fans as he stepped out alone in London today for another public engagement.
Royal fans have been sent into a frenzy this afternoon as Prince William attended a public appearance on Tuesday.
The future King, 42, attended a community event hosted by the NFL Foundation in London to highlight the organisation's efforts to support young people in some of the most deprived areas in the UK through flag football.
At the event, Prince William - who was not accompanied by Princess Kate - stepped out in smart casual attire with a shirt, blazer and suit trousers. He accompanied the look with white trainers.
The prince also sported his now signature beard, with fans continuing to go wild over William’s look, which was first debuted over the summer.
On Instagram, royal fans have flocked to the post on the Prince and Princess of Wales’ official social media channel to show their appreciation for the beard.
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One fan said: “Excuse me, but William looks HOT with a beard.”
Another wrote: “Just one word: WOW.”
One person said: “Really liking the beard!!”
This was followed by a comment from another fan who said: “Prince William looking so very handsome!”
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The prince’s visit comes after he was seen with Kate last week at an engagement in Southport.
The couple met with the families of the three young girls who were killed in a stabbing earlier this year in private before publicly speaking with emergency responders who were at the scene.
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https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1962419/royal-fans-frenzy-after-prince
| 2024-10-15T17:20:57Z
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Typically, once you’ve had enough (fun or frustration) with a speculative enterprise like troubled semiconductor giant Intel (INTC), it’s usually best to part ways. However, the market still seems optimistic about INTC stock. If you still believe in the upside narrative, switching strategy may be more appropriate rather than outright abandoning any exposure at all.
Last month, I presented my Hold recommendation on the beleaguered chipmaker and nothing has fundamentally changed that opinion. When Intel disclosed its earnings report for the second quarter, investors rushed for the exits. Despite some positives, INTC stock crumbed under the weight of various headwinds, including fading revenue and profitability. Nevertheless, I believed that a risk-controlled bull call options spread could be profitable and that turned out to be accurate.
INTC stock has gained nearly 20% in the trailing month up to October 11. With management set to report Q3 earnings results in a few weeks’ time, it’s an interesting challenge to develop a trading approach on Intel at this stage. For investors comfortable with options, I believe that it’s time to consider switching from a debit-based options trade to a credit-focused approach.
Getting Some Extra Credit
Typically, retail investors are most familiar with the debit-based methodology of options. By paying a premium, you secure the right (but not the obligation) to buy the underlying security at the listed strike price in the case of a call option, or the right to sell at the strike price in the case of a put option. However, there are always two sides in derivatives market trading; if you’re buying an option, someone else is selling it.
Now, one of the beautiful aspects of options trading is that retail traders can participate in the credit side of the deal. Rather than paying a premium for the rights to secure a directional wager, you will instead receive the credit. Essentially you are being paid for underwriting the risk of potential future stock movements above the exercise price (for calls) or below the exercise price (for puts).
Of course, selling options (whether they be calls or puts) carries the risk of assignment. If the option goes into the money, the option holder can exercise the contract. That means the option seller (writer) must cough up either money or shares to the owner of the option that was sold. However, with an options spread — buying and selling the same-expiration option at different strike prices — you can still sell derivatives while simultaneously limiting your risk.
Examining the Bull Put Spread for INTC Stock
In my last article about INTC stock, I presented the benefits of the bull call spread. Here, we paid a debit on the wager that shares will steadily rise to reach a predefined price threshold by expiration. Specifically, INTC needed to hit $21 or higher by September 27 for the trade to achieve its maximum reward. The security ended the period at $23.91 so I was actually more conservative than I needed to be.
Moving forward, I’m not entirely sure that INTC stock has enough gas remaining for another robust move. At the same time, technical indicators give the impression that the market is still optimistic about the chipmaker’s chances. Therefore, a bull put spread may be appealing. With this strategy, we sell a put for income and simultaneously buy a put at a lower strike to cap off potential assignment risk.
Contextually, a bull put spread may be the best of both worlds. We’re not necessarily expecting INTC stock to soar, but rather for it not to collapse. And so long as it doesn’t collapse, we can collect a yield over a short time period.
Narrowing Our Intel Credit Spread
After deciding to go with a bull put spread, my next challenge is determining what specific options to select. For example, the options chain expiring November 15 features about 123 different contracts. That’s a lot of credit spreads to sift through. How can we decide which ones to choose? Fortunately, we can leverage option pricing inefficiencies in our favor.
Under a purely rational and efficient market, for each measure of risk we accept, we should receive a proportionately greater amount of potential reward. However, options market pricing is rarely perfectly efficient. In fact, for the November 15 bull put spreads, there’s only a 78.8% correlation between the underlying yield and the trade’s gap to the breakeven price. That leaves 21.2% of transactions that deviate from the expected risk-reward relationship.
With TipRanks options algorithm warning us about a 13.28% (plus or minus) anticipated move in INTC stock following Intel’s upcoming earnings disclosure, our bull put spread merits a large margin of safety. In my opinion, investors should consider the 21/19 put spread; that is, sell the $21 put and simultaneously buy the $19 put, both for November 15 expiry.
Dissecting the Income Play
Following Friday’s close, the bid on the short put stood at 75 cents while the ask on the long put landed at 33 cents. The difference between the two of 42 cents ($42 per contract) represents the maximum reward of this trade. INTC stock must be at or above $21 to collect the full credit. Should the trade go awry, the maximum loss would be $1.58 ($158 per contract). Significantly, the breakeven price is $20.58, leaving a safety margin of 12.65%.
To be sure, you can fully cover the potential 13.37% downside risk with the 21/16 put spread. Based on Friday’s pricing, the breakeven price would fall to $20.40, leaving a margin of safety of 13.41%. However, the yield for this trade would slip precipitously to 13.64%. The aforementioned 21/19 put spread would give you almost double the yield at 26.58%.
Frankly, a 27% yield at almost 13% margin to breakeven is about as good as it’s going to get for INTC stock.
Wall Street’s Take on Intel
Turning to Wall Street, TipRanks classifies INTC stock as a Hold consensus rating based on one Buy, 26 Holds, and seven Sell ratings. The average INTC price target is $25.38, implying about 8% upside potential.
The Takeaway: Extract Big Yield Using INTC Stock
While Intel is struggling for credibility, INTC stock has been a surprisingly strong performer, advancing almost 20% in the trailing month. Though the overall trajectory might remain bullish, the intensity of the move could fade. Such a framework incentivizes a bull put spread, where traders can earn income so long as shares stay above predetermined levels. Thanks to options pricing inefficiencies, the 21/19 put spread arguably appears the most attractive.
The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
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https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/strategy-shift-options-credit-spread-tech-giant-intel-intc
| 2024-10-15T17:20:57Z
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Buckner By Richard Carvell Published October 15, 2024 at 12:00 PM CDT Listen • 2:22 Ways To Subscribe Apple Spotify RSS In this episode, Rich Carvell discusses Buckner in Lafayette County.
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https://www.kasu.org/podcast/the-story-of-arkansas-cities-and-towns/2024-10-15/buckner
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The OnePlus 13 display has a cool trick we want Samsung, Google to copy
- OnePlus has revealed that the OnePlus 13 supports a local high refresh rate feature.
- This will allow different areas of the screen to run at different refresh rates.
- This function should make for a more efficient screen, resulting in longer battery life.
OnePlus has just issued more details about the OnePlus 13 screen as part of an event in China with display supplier BOE. The two companies made a number of claims about the phone screen, but one cool feature caught our eye and we hope rival brands adopt it.
OnePlus confirmed that the OnePlus 13’s screen supports a local high refresh rate feature. That is, different areas of the same screen can run at different refresh rates.
That’s a major upgrade over current smartphone screens. Other phone displays can run at a variety of refresh rates, but the refresh rate applies to the entire screen. So why would you want varying refresh rates for different parts of the screen?
Why is this OnePlus 13 feature a big deal?
Being able to run only the necessary areas of the screen at a higher refresh rate would help eke out more juice as a high refresh rate consumes more power. This could be handy if you’re watching a YouTube video, with the UI/comments running at a low refresh rate while the video itself runs at a higher refresh rate. This could also be useful if you’re reading an article in a browser, with the webpage offering a higher refresh rate for smoother scrolling while the browser toolbar runs at a lower refresh rate.
A local high refresh rate feature could be particularly useful for running apps in a split-screen view. So if you’re reading a Kindle book in one window and browsing the web in the other window, the Kindle window could run at a much lower refresh rate (e.g. 1Hz, 10Hz) while the browser window runs at 60 or 120Hz. Right now, apps running in split-screen have to run at the same refresh rate, potentially consuming extra power.
This isn’t the only new screen feature coming to the OnePlus 13, as the company also claimed this screen is a so-called “sun display.” The Chinese brand said the OnePlus 13 display delivers more accurate colors and better visibility under the sun compared to rival devices.
Nevertheless, the phone’s local refresh rate feature could be a sign of things to come in 2025 if it delivers plenty of power savings. This would be especially handy on Fold-style foldables owing to the emphasis on split-screen multitasking. In fact, Samsung first patented this tech back in 2022, so don’t be surprised if a future Galaxy phone offers it.
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https://www.androidauthority.com/oneplus-13-screen-local-refresh-rate-3490589/
| 2024-10-15T17:20:58Z
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Wi-Spot Devices Already Driving 100% Sales Lift When Placed on Store Shelves Next to Products
TEL AVIV, Israel, Oct. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wi-Charge, the global leader in wireless power, today announced a significant upgrade to the only LCD video displays that are wirelessly powered and can be easily placed anywhere in retail stores, including shelves, refrigerator doors or the head of a gondola, without running wires or replacing batteries. The new 9-inch Wi-Spot, a 300% increase in size from the original Wi-Spot designs, further empowers brands and retailers to make their products stand out at the exact moment consumers are making a purchase decision. This latest upgrade highlights Wi-Charge's unmatched pace of innovation in wireless power and further establishes it as the market leader.
While in-store retail media networks continue to grow rapidly, they are constrained by costly installations and limited to only where power outlets are available. Wi-Charge's breakthrough wireless power eliminates the significant cost of installing in-store video marketing platforms by delivering electric power over the air. The Wi-Charge solution allows easy installation of video displays right next to the products and at eye level, where customers can engage with effective and timely marketing messages.
"Wi-Charge's video displays have had a dramatic impact on product sales for leading CPG brands in a very short period of time," said Richard Valdes, marketing director and new business development, The Retail Group. "We worked with a number of brands to
rapidly install Wi-Spot's at the store shelf to promote lactose-free, non-refrigerated milk, and they saw a 110% lift in sales. As a result, we plan to significantly expand the deployment of Wi-Spots across stores. I see a big future for Wi-Spots in retail."
The new wirelessly powered 9-inch display size is thinner and sleeker, making it easier to place on store shelves or flush on refrigerator glass doors while delivering an innovative experience to customers.
"Retail media networks are like Google ads for in-store shopping, giving customers a final nudge in their buying journey," said Ori Mor, co-founder and chief business officer, Wi-Charge. "To be effective, product information must be seamlessly delivered at eye level on the store shelf. Wi-Charge wireless power makes this possible, and the sales boost our customers see proves it. We're thrilled to see Wi-Charge delivering tremendous benefits to retailers and brands."
About Wi-Charge
Wi-Charge is a long-range wireless power company founded to enable automatic charging of cell phones and other smart devices. Our patented infrared wireless power technology can safely and efficiently deliver several watts of power to client devices over room-sized distances. Giving end-users freedom and product designers the power they need for the next generation of mobile smart devices. Wi-Charge is the power of the future, beyond batteries and power cords. For more information, visit
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SAVE UP TO 55%: Find massive savings on nearly every pair of Beats headphones at Amazon. Take $100 off the Beats Studio Pros, which are down to $249.99 for 29% off.
We expect to see discounts across an entire brand's line-up around big sales like Prime Day or Black Friday. Last week brought Amazon's October sale event, and while it ended officially on Wednesday, October 9, we've been following the deals that are still live — or have popped up since.
Beats deals are as good as ever following Prime Day. Nearly every pair of headphones (and a speaker) are discounted. There are hundreds of dollars in savings to be had, and we've rounded up the best deals from the brand.
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Before there were AirPods, there were Beats. While the former has taken off in popularity, we haven't forgotten Apple's OG line of headphones because they're still really great. Among Beats headphones, the Studio Pro headphones are our favorite. They sound fantastic, have 24 hours of battery life with ANC, and fold into a nice portable package. Not to mention, they're stylish too. Kim Kardashian recently collaborated with Beats for a line of chic neutral colors that feel just right for fall.
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October 15, 2024
Jennifer Aniston has reportedly found a way to keep her dates private.
According to a friend of Aniston who spoke to Radar Online, the actress has her dates at her huge Bel-Air mansion to maintain privacy.
Per the source, the Murder Mystery star “is shy about going out and would rather stay home where she can have total privacy and control over her environment. She can have the lighting set to flatter her skin, her favorite candles burning, staffers to bring refreshments.”
They continued: “Her home really is a sanctuary and where she feels most secure, so at this point, she’d much rather just have her dates come to her rather than drag them down out to the Sunset Tower, which used to be a favorite haunt of hers. It’s not that she’s trying to hide them, she just prefers to have a more low-key dating life.”
“The pressure that comes with dating publicly is so intense, it can ruin a relationship before it gets off the ground,” they added.
Another source said that intense media scrutiny around her marriage to Justin Theroux was the reason the duo divorced in 2018.
“Relationships are hard enough without people sticking their noses where they don’t belong," said the tipster.
They also said that the Morning Show star has “quite the roster of guys going,” yet “none of them have managed to get her to fully commit, but she has introduced her favorites to her friends.”
Jennifer Aniston’s first marriage was to Brad Pitt from 2000 to 2005, and her second to Justin Theroux from 2015 to 2018.
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The 50 Most Magical Places To Get Married In Each State
Have your dream wedding anywhere.
A wedding should be a beautiful, joyous occasion for everyone involved. But the actual wedding can be far from an event you'd ever want to remember. A lot of thought and detail goes into creating a wedding that the happy couple has always dreamed of having.
One of the first questions that engaged couples will probably ask themselves is where to get married. And there are a number of prettiest wedding locations in the United States. Every state has a little something different to offer for venues.
But no matter which state you're getting married in, there's a stunning wedding location just waiting for you and your beloved to make it official. Here is a list of wedding locations that are the most picturesque and Instagrammable places to get married!
Here are the 50 most magical places to get married in each state:
1. Alabama: The Sterling Castle
Alabama might be one of the last places you'd expect to find a magnificent castle fit for a wedding, but the Sterling Castle has everything to fit your fairytale needs. We all want a big white wedding, and one survey shows that more men than women dream of a big wedding. The castle and the grounds around it are a stunning sight that's sure to make for an unforgettable wedding.
2. Alaska: The Inn at Tern Lake
The state of Alaska certainly has no shortage of gorgeous wedding locales. But The Inn at Tern Lake is pretty hard to beat. Set against the backdrop of the spectacular Kenai Mountains, this place will have your guests snapping pictures like there's no tomorrow.
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3. Arizona: Boojum Tree
You can have the garden wedding of your dreams at Boojum Tree in Phoenix. Touted as Arizona's most exotic wedding location, it won't be hard to make memories at this beautiful place.
4. Arkansas: Garvan Woodland Gardens
Garvan Woodland Gardens is a 210-acre botanical garden. It has bridges, waterfalls, flowers, and everything else you and your partner need for a fairytale wedding.
5. California: Post Ranch Inn
Having a ceremony in California is pretty much like hitting the wedding location jackpot. However, few places come close to the cliffside beauty of Post Ranch Inn.
6. Colorado: Red Rocks
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Red Rocks is one of the most well-known (and Instagrammed!) locations in Colorado, but it's also a pretty amazing wedding location.
7. Connecticut: Wadsworth Mansion
Wedding at a mansion, anyone? Throw the Gasby-themed wedding of your dreams on the Wadsworth Mansion's gorgeous estate.
8. Delaware: Cape Henlopen State Park
You don't have to be in California to have a breathtaking beach wedding. Just leave it to Cape Henlopen State Park to give you that and more.
9. Florida: Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa
Because with the backdrop of palm trees, sand & oceanline for days, the Eau Palm Beach is the elegance you deserve.
10. Georgia: Cold Creek Farm
What's cuter than having a barn wedding? Not much. You'll want to book your wedding quickly at Cold Creek Farm, though. The place is more popular than peaches in Georgia.
11. Hawaii: Olowalu Plantation House
Who doesn't want to get married in Hawaii? Well, you will once you see how gorgeous Olowalu Plantation House is.
12. Idaho: Still Water Hollow
Let the gorgeous Idaho countryside at Still Water Hallow take your wedding guests' breath away. This location is lovely when it's sunny, but becomes even more magical in the winter.
13. Illinois: Navy Pier
Navy Pier is one of Illinois's most popular attractions, with a beautiful view of the lake, who wouldn't want to get married here? Navy Pier is probably the most sought-after wedding destination in the state.
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14. Indiana: Black Iris Estate
You won't have a hard time capturing perfect Instagram shots at this venue in Carmel, Indiana. The over 13 acres of property includes the beautiful estate itself as well as gardens and woods.
15. Iowa: Rollins Mansion
This stunning home is also timeless. Built between 1925-1927, Rollins Mansion is on the National Register of Historic Places. It's also a pretty remarkable place to have a wedding.
16. Kansas: The Castle Tea Room
If you want to really feel like a princess on your wedding day, look no further than The Castle Tea Room.
17. Kentucky: Cumberland Falls
A state park is a great location to hold a wedding ceremony — especially if you and your partner are nature lovers. Research from 2020 states that being in nature can improve mental health. And Cumberland Falls State Resort Park certainly has enough nature to fit your adventurous needs.
18. Louisiana: The Edgar Degas House
Art enthusiasts will love this location. Once home to the famous French artist and his family, this historic house also serves as a museum and a bed and breakfast. So basically, you and your guests are covered in entertainment, food, and a place to stay. This stunning place checks all the wedding requirements in one spot.
19. Maine: French's Point
Maine is a beautiful state and certainly has no shortage of amazing venues to choose from, but French's Point is on another level. Located on its own private peninsula, the spectacular scenery will take your guests' breath away. We're getting wedding fever just looking at this place.
20. Maryland: The George Peabody Library
You don't have to be an avid reader to appreciate this magnificent venue. Seriously, just look at it.
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21. Massachusetts: Harrington Farm
This country venue is super-romantic and can be enjoyed in any season. Their website has suggestions for spring, summer, fall, and winter ceremonies at their venue.
22. Michigan: Hidden Vineyard Wedding Barn
If a fairytale wedding is what you want, look no further than Hidden Vineyard.
23. Minnesota: Semple Mansion
This historic mansion has plenty of space — and beauty — to offer for all of your wedding guests.
24. Mississippi: Paddlewheel Boat Wedding
Wedding on a boat? Pretty much unforgettable, not to mention breathtaking.
25. Missouri: The Lalumondiere
A ceremony here is sure to set pulses racing.
26. Montana: Glacier National Park
A wedding at the top of the world? That's pretty hard to beat!
27. Nebraska: Lied Lodge
Part lodge, part farm, this venue has everything to suit you and your guests' needs. Plus, it's downright gorgeous.
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28. Nevada: Bleu Wave Wedding Cruise
We all know about the things getting married in Nevada is associated with and a beautiful cruise down a lake is usually not one of them. Get ready to blow your wedding party's minds with this incredible cruise down Lake Tahoe.
29. New Hampshire: Wentworth By The Sea
This hotel is just stunning. Not only is it luxurious for you, but for your guests as well.
30. New Jersey: Bonnet Island Estate
The New Jersey Shore may not always get the best rap, but who can say no to a beach wedding this gorgeous on Bonnet Island Estate?
31. New Mexico: Ghost Ranch
This magnificent location will be one that your friends and family will never forget, which is exactly what everyone wants on their big day. The natural beauty of Ghost Ranch will make for a once-in-a-lifetime ceremony.
32. New York: Empire State Building
We've got that Empire State of mind. It's one of the most special days in your life, so why not have the best view in the city as your backdrop?
33. North Carolina: Neuse Breeze
If you and your partner have dreamed of having a beach wedding but prefer it to be a little more private, Neuse Breeze is perfect. It's located on a private beach and after looking at pictures of its awe-dropping beauty, you'll be overjoyed to know that no filters will be needed for your wedding day photos.
34. North Dakota: Draxton Barn
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Barn weddings are so underrated. Seriously, this place looks like a painting come to life.
35. Ohio: The Grand Barn at the Mohicans
Did we mention how much we are in love with barn weddings? They should be the 2020 wedding trend, especially at a venue this beautiful.
36. Oklahoma: Rose Briar Place
There's a reason why Rose Briar Place calls their outdoor garden "enchanting." The venue has fairytale written all over it.
37. Oregon: Pronghorn Resort
Is this place even real? It is. It's also giving definite wedding goals.
38. Pennsylvania: HollyHedge Estate
We can't even with this venue. This location has it all. It's a romantic little hideaway, but it also doesn't sacrifice luxury.
39. Rhode Island: The Chanler at Cliff Walk
In Rhode Island, a wedding on the water may seem predictable. However, The Chanler will be anything but.
40. South Carolina: The Cedar Room
The Cedar Room is a former cigar factory that brings exposed brick, chandeliers, large windows, and a 1,500-square-foot courtyard to your nuptials.
41. South Dakota: Canton Barn
This place is just too pretty to pass up.
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42. Tennessee: Blackberry Farm
Rustic chic? Not really. It's more like pure splendor at the super-popular Blackberry Farm.
43. Texas: The Bell Tower on 34th
The view is amazing no matter what the season at The Bell Tower.
44. Utah: Sundance Mountain Resort
You've probably heard about the Sundance Film Festival. But have you ever heard about the Sundance Mountain Resort? If not, just be aware that it might be one of the most magnificent places you'll ever lay your eyes on.
45. Vermont: An Affair by the Lake
You won't just want to have your wedding here — you'll want to move here. And not to mention the incredible wedding photos you'll have with both the Adirondack Mountains and Lake Champlain as your backdrops. Swoon.
46. Virginia: Natural Bridge
Is Natural Bridge the 8th wonder of the world? Not officially, but it should be. The 30-story high solid rock formation will make for some pretty memorable wedding photos.
47. Washington: Chiluly Garden and Glass
The beautiful glass sculptures at Chiluly Garden and Glass make for a unique location for your ceremony.
48. West Virginia: Highgate Carriage House
An incredible property like this was made for weddings.
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49. Wisconsin: The Domes at Mitchell Park
Yes, you can get married in this magical place. However, you have to plan carefully as booked events can only be completely private after-hours.
50. Wyoming: Grand Teton National Park
We may have saved the best for last. Not much comes close to the natural wonder and beauty of Grand Teton. It's a pretty perfect way to spend your special day.
Sloane Solomon is a child and family therapist with a Master of Psychology. She is an editor and writer covering lifestyle, relationships, and psychology.
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Princess Kate's secret code when George, Charlotte and Louis are 'crossing the line'
An expert has revealed the Princess of Wales's subtle mother code she uses when parenting her three children at major royal events.
Princess Kate uses a “secret code” to make sure her children are behaving as well as possible at major events.
The three young royals, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis are usually on their best behaviour when at royal events and in public. However, they are children at the end of the day, which means we do get to see their cheeky sides from time to time, especially Prince Louis who is known for his hilarious and playful behaviour.
An expert revealed that when Princess Kate feels the children’s behaviour is crossing the line she will use a ‘code’ to give them a final warning. According to body language expert Judi James, in 2023 as the Wales family rode in a carriage at Trooping the Colour event, we witnessed the Princess using her secret tactic.
Judi James said: “Kate’s firm but subtle signals ensure the children keep feeling enthusiastic and in Louis’ case, excited.
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"Talking to her children there were a couple of gestures of what looked like guidance about when to wave. There was also a spreading gesture of both hands that would normally mean quite a severe message of when to stop or what not to do, too.
“She also put her hands below public view in the carriage to mime that 'stop' or 'end' sign to them as though warning them where the boundaries were, and on the way back she was doing small reward nods and smiles for their good behaviour, to ensure they were enjoying the event too."
It is not only at public appearances that the children must behave, but Prince William and Princess Kate also have strict home rules for them. When one of the children is struggling with their emotions, the royal couple take them away for a “sofa chat.”
Additionally, the royals have a “no shouting” rule, meaning they will never shout at the children when they are telling them off, and if one of the children raises their voice, they are removed from the situation.
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A source has said that Princess Kate is “slightly stricter” than Prince William and added that the couple’s nanny, Maria Teresa Turrion Borrallo, always makes her decision in agreement with the royals.
They said: "Maria is firm but she never acts unilaterally with the children on discipline. Kate and William, along with Maria, are strict with the children but have this magic ability to appear not to be.
“It is a military operation but you would never guess it because they work ferociously hard on their children’s upbringing and making it seem relaxed and happy for the three of them. They are very good at listening to the children but being firm."
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ATLANTA — Local election board members in Georgia cannot refuse to certify election results in any scenario, even if they report concerns about fraud or errors, a state judge ruled Tuesday.
“If election superintendents were, as Plaintiff urges, free to play investigator, prosecutor, jury, and judge and so — because of a unilateral determination of error or fraud — refuse to certify election results, Georgia voters would be silenced,” Fulton County Superior Judge Robert McBurney wrote in his decision. “Our Constitution and our Election Code do not allow for that to happen.”
The ruling comes as several Republican local election board members have already declined to certify election results from primary contests earlier this year and after the Georgia State Election Board passed new rules that appeared to allow this discretion. Georgia’s Republican secretary of state has long emphasized that certification is not optional under Georgia law.
Julie Adams, a Republican on the Fulton County Board of Elections, asked the court to rule that her duty to certify is discretionary — not mandatory. Adams has declined to certify multiple elections this year.
McBurney has yet to decide on the new State Election Board rules themselves, which are being challenged in several other lawsuits.
New election rules
One rule says local boards should conduct a “reasonable inquiry” into the accuracy of the count before certifying results. The other says local board members must be allowed to examine all election-related documents “prior to certification of results.”
Several Democratic local election officials and voters, as well as the Democratic Party of Georgia and the Democratic National Committee, filed a lawsuit asking the courts to overturn the rules, or at least affirm that under Georgia law, local election boards’ duty to certify is mandatory, not discretionary.
Certifying election results at the county level is a critical step leading up to the Electoral College vote. Election observers worry that even unsuccessful attempts to block certification could result in disruptions or open the door for misinformation about the integrity of the election — which could have sweeping consequences in a critical swing state.
The Republicans on the State Election Board have faced scrutiny for a series of rule changes ahead of the November election that have been praised by former President Donald Trump. The last-minute tinkering with election rules has drawn criticism not only from Democrats and local election officials, who are scrambling to train poll workers, but also Georgia’s Republican secretary of state and attorney general.
Several of the rules, including a measure approved in September that requires poll workers to hand count the number of ballots cast on Election Day in each precinct, are facing multiple lawsuits and are in court over the next several days.
A trial over certification rules
During a roughly two hour trial, lawyers challenging the certification rules and those defending them agreed Georgia law is clear that election results must be certified by the state deadline. But they fought over whether the court should go further to rein in potentially rogue election officials who may not comply.
“We’re going to assume that public officials are going to fulfill their duty in good faith,” argued Elizabeth Young, the state’s senior assistant attorney general. “You do your best and you certify and you turn whatever the issue is that you think is not quite resolved over to the district attorney.”
McBurney was skeptical. “I happen to live in a county where a member of a board didn’t certify, so I’m wondering when we need to set aside this presumption when faced with real-life examples,” he replied, referencing Fulton County, where Republican members including Adams declined to certify election results earlier this year. Similar votes have occurred in other Georgia counties and in other swing states since 2020.
Attorneys challenging the rules pressed McBurney for a ruling making it undisputable that local election board members must certify.
In fact, later that same day, McBurney heard arguments in the lawsuit from Adams, the Fulton County election board member.
Her lawyer, who works for the Trump-aligned America First Policy Institute, argued that individual board members can vote against certifying or decline to certify certain buckets of votes as long as the board as a whole still moves to certify votes that are “correct.”
In his Tuesday ruling, McBurney did agree that any election information not protected from disclosure that is needed to inspect or conduct elections should be promptly provided to election board members. But he made clear that not receiving that information is not grounds to vote against certifying.
“[Election s]uperintendents are rule-writers, personnel trainers and managers, logisticians, marketers, and accountants. Much of what they do is left to their broad, reasoned discretion. But not everything — some things an election superintendent must do, either in a certain way or by a certain time, with no discretion to do otherwise,” McBurney wrote.
“While the superintendent must investigate concerns about miscounts and must report those concerns to a prosecutor if they persist after she investigates, the existence of those concerns, those doubts, and those worries is not cause to delay or decline certification,” he wrote.
The decision can be appealed, so litigation may be ongoing as Election Day nears.
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Pixel 9 phones are making a splash with new automatic underwater photography mode
- Google’s latest Pixel Drop brings an automatic underwater photography mode to the Pixel 9 family.
- The mode works with waterproof cases from whichever manufacturer you choose.
- Color processing should result in vibrant scenes, even underwater.
Your smartphone is probably the best camera you own. Your smartphone is also probably water-resistant, rated for dunks several feet underwater. So why aren’t we using our smartphones for more underwater photography? There are some very important factors that make this a much less straightforward proposition than it seems, from dealing with touchscreens to the challenges of saltwater, and at the end of the day you’re really going to want some sort of enclosure for your phone before you think about snapping pics on your next snorkeling trip. And if that phone’s a Pixel 9, Google’s got some upgrades coming your way that you’ll want to check out.
Google’s been interested in Pixel-based underwater photography for a while now, and back with the Pixel 7 it announced the Dive Case Connector app, which worked with waterproof cases from Kraken Sports to let you use your Pixel for photos underwater — even including Night Sight and Portrait mode. And while that was great for what it was, you had to have the right hardware to take advantage of it.
As part of the latest Google Pixel Drop, the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel 9 Pro XL are getting a new automatic underwater photography mode. The cool part here is that this now works with any underwater case, offering a lot more flexibility. When you pop your Pixel in such an enclosure, and dip it beneath the waves, the Camera app will detect the change in environment and adjust its processing algorithms to compensate — that includes things like color correction, on account of all the water you’re shooting through.
The new underwater mode works on both still shots and video recording alike, and if you ever find it engaging when it shouldn’t (some particularly thick fog, maybe?) you can always turn it off in the app’s settings.
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Arkfeld Wealth Strategies L.L.C. purchased a new position in shares of Kellanova (NYSE:K – Free Report) during the third quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The institutional investor purchased 2,714 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $219,000.
Other institutional investors and hedge funds have also added to or reduced their stakes in the company. CANADA LIFE ASSURANCE Co lifted its holdings in shares of Kellanova by 4.3% in the first quarter. CANADA LIFE ASSURANCE Co now owns 256,520 shares of the company’s stock valued at $14,705,000 after purchasing an additional 10,676 shares in the last quarter. SG Americas Securities LLC boosted its holdings in Kellanova by 498.7% during the 2nd quarter. SG Americas Securities LLC now owns 260,901 shares of the company’s stock worth $15,049,000 after acquiring an additional 217,320 shares during the last quarter. Banque Cantonale Vaudoise grew its stake in shares of Kellanova by 35.5% in the 1st quarter. Banque Cantonale Vaudoise now owns 79,701 shares of the company’s stock worth $4,566,000 after acquiring an additional 20,866 shares in the last quarter. M&G Plc bought a new position in shares of Kellanova during the first quarter valued at about $9,346,000. Finally, Atria Investments Inc purchased a new position in Kellanova during the first quarter worth about $1,003,000. Institutional investors own 83.87% of the company’s stock.
Insiders Place Their Bets
In other Kellanova news, major shareholder Kellogg W. K. Foundation Trust sold 77,800 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Monday, July 29th. The shares were sold at an average price of $57.23, for a total value of $4,452,494.00. Following the completion of the sale, the insider now directly owns 50,908,638 shares in the company, valued at $2,913,501,352.74. This trade represents a 0.00 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which is available at this link. In other Kellanova news, major shareholder Kellogg W. K. Foundation Trust sold 77,800 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction on Monday, July 29th. The stock was sold at an average price of $57.23, for a total transaction of $4,452,494.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the insider now owns 50,908,638 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $2,913,501,352.74. This trade represents a 0.00 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which can be accessed through this link. Also, major shareholder Kellogg W. K. Foundation Trust sold 114,583 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Monday, September 9th. The stock was sold at an average price of $80.25, for a total transaction of $9,195,285.75. Following the completion of the transaction, the insider now owns 50,482,855 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $4,051,249,113.75. The trade was a 0.00 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The disclosure for this sale can be found here. In the last ninety days, insiders sold 1,039,715 shares of company stock worth $79,608,273. 1.80% of the stock is currently owned by corporate insiders.
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Kellanova Trading Up 0.4 %
K traded up $0.29 on Tuesday, hitting $80.92. 608,834 shares of the company were exchanged, compared to its average volume of 3,152,288. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.46, a quick ratio of 0.48 and a current ratio of 0.73. The firm has a fifty day simple moving average of $79.58 and a two-hundred day simple moving average of $65.98. The stock has a market capitalization of $27.67 billion, a PE ratio of 30.20, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 2.59 and a beta of 0.39. Kellanova has a 12 month low of $49.28 and a 12 month high of $81.08.
Kellanova (NYSE:K – Get Free Report) last announced its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, August 1st. The company reported $1.01 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.90 by $0.11. The business had revenue of $3.19 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $3.15 billion. Kellanova had a net margin of 6.72% and a return on equity of 36.74%. The company’s revenue was down 4.7% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter last year, the firm earned $1.25 EPS. Sell-side analysts expect that Kellanova will post 3.7 earnings per share for the current year.
Kellanova Increases Dividend
The business also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Friday, September 13th. Shareholders of record on Tuesday, September 3rd were given a dividend of $0.57 per share. This is an increase from Kellanova’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.56. This represents a $2.28 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 2.82%. The ex-dividend date was Tuesday, September 3rd. Kellanova’s payout ratio is presently 85.39%.
Kellanova Company Profile
Kellanova, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and markets snacks and convenience foods in North America, Europe, Latin America, the Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Australia, and Africa. Its principal products include crackers, crisps, savory snacks, toaster pastries, cereal bars, granola bars and bites, ready-to-eat cereals, frozen waffles, veggie foods, and noodles.
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SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif., Oct. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- FzioMed, Inc.
("FzioMed" or the "Company"), a recognized global leader in post-surgical adhesion prevention, today announced it will attend the European Society of Gynecological Endoscopy (ESGE) 33rd annual congress October 27-30 in Marseille, France. The Company will showcase its
innovative Oxiplex/IU®
and Oxiplex/AP®
adhesion barrier gels designed to reduce the formation of adhesions following intrauterine and abdominal/pelvic related surgical procedures. Since its foundation, ESGE has aimed to encourage the exchange of clinical experience, scientific thought and investigation among gynecological practitioners in minimally invasive techniques.
FzioMed's synthetic adhesion barrier products, based on the Company's patented dual-polymer technology and more than 20 years of clinical use, provide a temporary physical barrier between tissues helping prevent the formation of adhesions, reducing the incidence of postoperative pain and other complications. For intrauterine and abdominal/pelvic related surgical procedures, Oxiplex/IU and Oxiplex/AP gels and their unique applicators offer ease of use combined with proven safety and clinical efficacy.
Patrick Bellelis, MD, PhD, endometriosis specialist and minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon at the University of Sao Paolo, Brazil, will be presenting two video lectures on Tuesday, October 29 starting at 15:00 CET (UTC+01:00) titled: "Challenging Case of Deep Endometriosis with Significant Involvement of the Rectovaginal Septum" and "Postoperative Endometriosis Second Look after Application of Anti-Adhesion Viscoelastic Gel." Prof. Bellelis will also be available at FzioMed's exhibitor booth (Booth #A4) periodically throughout the congress to speak about his clinical experience with the Oxiplex family of adhesion barrier gels.
"Even with the best surgical technique, postoperative adhesions can form following abdominal, pelvic, and gynecological procedures – from hernia and bariatric procedures to hysterectomy, endometriosis, and other tubal and ovarian surgeries," stated Stephanie Cortese, Senior Vice President of Science and Technology. "These adhesions can cause a variety of complications including chronic pelvic pain, small bowel obstructions, infertility, and scarring that can complicate future surgery."
FzioMed's Adhesion Barrier Gels are provided sterile and ready to use with specialized applicators for hysteroscopic or laparoscopic use that allow for ease of application while the clear gel formula maintains local visibility. No special storage, refrigeration, mixing, or handling is required. Oxiplex/IU and Oxiplex/AP gels do not migrate after application as their unique viscosity is flowable yet remains where applied. FzioMed's portfolio of adhesion barrier products have been available since 2002 and have been used in nearly 1 million procedures worldwide.
About FzioMed, Inc.
Pioneering biomaterials since 1996, FzioMed is a vertically integrated medical device company focused exclusively on preserving surgical excellence in spine, orthopedic, abdominal/pelvic and gynecological procedures. FzioMed develops, manufactures, and commercializes surgical biomaterials used by clinicians as adhesion barriers to improve surgical outcomes and is a recognized global leader in post-surgical adhesion prevention.
FzioMed's synthetic, absorbable gel formulations are based on the Company's patented dual-polymer technology platform that provide a temporary, mechanical separation of tissues during the body's natural healing process – reducing adhesion formation. FzioMed's portfolio of adhesion barrier products are marketed in more than 70 countries under various brand names and have been used clinically since 2002 in nearly 1 million procedures worldwide.
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We’ve never seen anything like him.
By the end of his rookie season, at age 20, Victor Wembanyama was already one of the handful of best defenders in the NBA. He was second in Defensive Player of the Year voting, led the league in blocks, and was First Team All-Defense.
This season he’s going to take a giant leap forward — one got the first taste of that during the Paris Olympics — and saying he’s going to become the youngest player ever to win Defensive Player of the Year feels like the safe pick. My prediction:
2024-25 NBA Defensive Player of the Year:
1. Victor Wembanyama
2. Anthony Davis
3. Rudy Gobert
I expect Wembanyama will be a runaway winner here — can he average more than four blocks a game? His 8-foot wingspan also leads to a lot of steals — but other players will get in the conversation.
I have the Lakers’ Davis second but could have easily plugged in the Heat’s Bam Adebayo into that same spot, both are elite defenders but how they fare in voting will depend on the same thing: How good are their team defenses? Nobody is going to vote to give the DPOY to a player whose team is in the bottom half of the league in defense (and both the Heat and Lakers could end up there).
If a good team defense helps with DPOY voting, who gets a boost? Don’t leave off the previous youngest DPOY winner ever — Jaren Jackson Jr. of the Memphis Grizzlies (he won at age 23 in his fifth season). If Memphis bounces back to a top-six finish in the West their defense will have a lot to do with it and Jackson is an elite defender.
Chet Holmgren in Oklahoma City will get votes if the Thunder defense is in the top five, as expected. Gobert is an elite defender and will always be in the mix, and the same is true of Giannis Antetokounmpo, who could be in the running for the award. If Dallas’ defense thrives this season another second-year player, Dereck Lively II, could get a look from voters. The same is true in New York, if their defense is elite one of the wings.
Betting Defensive Player of the Year
From NBC Sports’ Vaughn’s Dalzell, this is his favorite NBA Futures bet:
Victor Wembanyama to win NBA Defensive Player of the Year (-180)
Victor Wembanayama proved in his rookie season that he is a generational talent and will change the game in so many ways if you don’t believe so, watch his rare 27-point, 14-rebound, and 10-block triple-double against the Raptors -- it’ll change your mind.
Focusing on his defense only, Wemby impacts the game in far more ways than just shot-blocking but that is arguably the most highlight-worthy part of his game. Wemby led the league with 3.6 blocks per game and 254 overall (24 games with at least 5 blocks). His 254 blocks are the most since Hassan Whiteside in 2015-16 over 73 games (269).
Wemy’s 8-foot wingspan allows him to make opponents second-guess taking a shot routinely and the passing lanes are minimal when he’s nearby. He finished top 50 in defensive net rating (111.2), tied 21st in steals (88), and tied 22nd in steals per game (1.2).
This year, I predict a 300-block and 100-steal season for Wemby, along with a Defensive Player of the Year trophy. The San Antonio star would be the first player since Spurs’ David Robinson (1991-92) and the Rockets’ Hakeem Olajuwon (1992-93) to accomplish this.
Robinson posted 300 blocks and 100 steals in his first three seasons in the NBA (1989-90, 90-91, 91-92), while Olajuwon accomplished this feat three times over four seasons (1989-90, 91-92, 92-93). Robinson won DPOY in 1991-92, while Olajuwon won back-to-back in 1992-93 and 1993-94. No one besides Wemby can post these types of numbers 30 years later.
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Heads of two Italian tech firms investigated in bribery probe
:Italian authorities are investigating the heads of listed companies Digital Value and Olidata over alleged corruption in public procurement contracts, according to legal documents reviewed by Reuters.
The Rome Prosecutor's Office had earlier said that Italian tax police had raided the offices of IT service provider Digital Value and technology consultancy Olidata.
According to a decree authorising the search of properties seen by Reuters on Tuesday, the investigation concerns alleged bribes to officials of state-owned IT company SOGEI to obtain contracts, and involves 14 companies.
The 18 people under investigation include Andrea Stroppa, who is described in the document as the Italian reference point for a major U.S. supplier of satellite services.
Digital Value said it had learnt on Monday night that its Chair and CEO Massimo Rossi was under investigation for alleged corruption related to supply contracts signed by the company.
Olidata Chair Cristiano Rufini, who is also among those being investigated, said his company had acted correctly and was ready to cooperate with the investigation.
"We trust in the work of the competent authorities and are confident that the transparency of our actions will be clarified," Rufini said in a statement.
The Guardia di Finanza tax police are probing alleged corruption in the procurement of IT and communication services tendered by SOGEI, an IT company fully owned by Italy's finance ministry, as well as by the interior and defence ministries, according to the statement from the Rome prosecutor's office.
In the search document, Rome prosecutors said that Stroppa was contacted by an Italian naval officer to bring Olidata in on the deal to acquire satellite services. The officer also offered to disclose confidential information on decisions taken in ministerial meetings for the benefit of Stroppa and associates.
Stroppa, who described himself as an adviser to Elon Musk's SpaceX, the parent company of Starlink which offers satellite internet services in Italy, denied wrongdoing.
"I would like to make clear that all my relations with public officials have been characterised by the utmost correctness and transparency," he said in a statement to Reuters.
Starlink is not under investigation.
Shares in Olidata fell more than 13 per cent on Tuesday while trading in Digital Value was halted after it dropped by 10.5 per cent.
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The NBC6 South Florida app has a brand-new weather section with customizable features, upgraded radar settings, improved location experience and much more.
We redesigned the app to allow you to modify the weather experience based on your local weather needs, preferences and location. You can now rearrange weather modules in the app to prioritize the information that’s most important to you.
The radar settings in the app also got an upgrade, giving you more control over the radar’s layers and overlays. We also added descriptions to each feature so you can easily tailor the radar experience to your needs.
The feedback from our app users and from our meteorologists was a central part of this redesign, resulting in a more intuitive and modern weather platform.
The Hurricane season is on. Our meteorologists are ready. Sign up for the NBC 6 Weather newsletter to get the latest forecast in your inbox.
Here’s a full list of all the weather upgrades in the NBC 6 South Florida app:
- Dynamic Layout: It lets you customize your weather home screen by rearranging weather modules based on your preferences, ensuring a personalized experience that caters to your individual needs and interests.
- Improved Location Experience: Our upgraded location hub makes it easy to add new locations and to set up weather alerts. It also highlights recent locations for effortless navigation.
- Revised Radar Settings: We streamlined and reorganized radar layers and overlays, giving you more control over your radar experience. Plus, we added descriptions of each, making it easier to understand and customize your radar view to suit your needs.
- Clear Information Hierarchy: We restructured the layout to prioritize essential weather data, making it easier than ever to access crucial information.
- Improved Legibility: You will find clear, larger fonts and easy-to-understand icons, making it a breeze to read and navigate.
- Simplified Navigation: It puts a spotlight on the information that matters most to you, such as current conditions, while also making it easier to access hourly and 10-day forecasts.
- Streamlined Display: The new design makes it simple to find the information you need.
- Upgraded Weather Alerts Settings: We moved the weather alerts settings to the weather section of the app. Now, you can manage your push notification preferences for weather separately from news notifications.
We’re excited to share it with you, and we can’t wait to hear what you think of it. Download it from the App Store or Google Play.
Please share your feedback via WTVJdigitalfeedback@nbcuni.com and review the app in the App Store or Google Play. If you want to share the app with your friends and family, just copy this link: https://nbcmiami.app.link/bF44Vmh1GKb.
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SAVE $90: As of Oct. 15, get the DJI Osmo Action 3 camera and accessories at Amazon for just 199, down from its usual price of $289. That's a discount of 31%.
The weather may be getting cooler, but that doesn't mean you won't be out and about making outdoor memories. If you're the type of person who lives for fall activities, you might want to grab an action camera to capture everything. Specifically, one that you can mount and wear to capture every adventure — and there's a great one on sale at Amazon now.
As of Oct. 15, the DJI Osmo Action 3 is on sale at Amazon for just $199, down from its normal price of $289. That's a discount of 31% and $90 off. You also get a chest and backpack strap mount, as well as two additional batteries for up to a 320-minute runtime.
The DJI Osmo Action 3 has dual touchscreens with a hydrophobic coating and can go wherever you do. It can take 4K HDR footage of all your activities, whether you're skydiving or hitting the bike trail and pulling off some sick tricks. Your mount will keep your footage steady and level, so you never have to miss a moment of what you've got going on (and neither do your friends and family back home).
The camera has a 160-minute battery life made even longer with the included extra batteries, and it's super simple to mount or use in your hands to get a steady shot. If you like to swim or dive, you can even take it underwater. It's waterproof up to 16 meters without any need for additional attachments, so whether you go for a swim or do some serious scuba diving, you're covered.
Whether you want to head out and take some cool footage this year or you want to give it as a gift, this is a great price on a fall fun-ready camera.
Topics Cameras
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Google's long-awaited casting feature is here but not for the device we want
- Google has revealed that the long-awaited cast to nearby devices feature is finally coming to the Pixel Tablet.
- This feature allows you to cast media between the Pixel Tablet and Pixel phones.
- Unfortunately, the feature isn’t available on the Google TV Streamer, standard Pixel phones, or the mid-range Pixel handsets.
Google revealed the nifty ability to cast media between the Pixel Tablet and Pixel phones back in January. It’s been a while since this feature was announced, but it’s finally ready for prime time as part of the latest Pixel Drop.
Google confirmed that the cast to nearby devices feature is launching in the “next few weeks” and will support Spotify tracks and YouTube videos.
“All you have to do is bring your phone close to your tablet and your favorite Spotify songs or YouTube videos will seamlessly move over without the extra steps of tapping the cast icon,” the company explained.
What about the Google TV Streamer?
Google said the cast to nearby devices feature is available on the Pixel Tablet, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro phones, the Pixel Fold, and the Pixel 9 Pro Fold. Curiously, the standard Pixels and Pixel-A phones are missing from this list. Perhaps the most glaring omission is the recently released Google TV Streamer. In fact, you could make a strong argument that this feature makes much more sense on a streaming TV gadget than on an Android tablet.
Would you rather have cast to nearby on a Google TV Streamer?
We’re guessing Google is relying on UWB connectivity for this functionality, which is missing from the Google TV Streamer, standard Pixel flagships, and mid-range Pixel phones.
Contributor Mishaal Rahman first reported on this feature last year before Google announced it at CES 2024. We also discovered more details about it in an APK teardown in March, so it’s certainly been in the pipeline for a while. We hope this feature lands on streaming gadgets and more Android devices as it certainly makes for a more seamless experience in theory.
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Intel, AMD team up to confront rising challenge from Arm
Intel and Advanced Micro Devices on Tuesday said they are forming a group to help make sure software works across their chips, responding to a rising challenge from Arm Holdings.
Intel invented what is known as the x86 computing architecture, a technology that for 40 years has powered the world's laptops, PCs and data center servers. AMD licenses the technology from Intel and also makes chips using x86, competing directly against Intel under a longstanding legal settlement.
But the market share of both firms has been eroded by Arm, which licenses a competing architecture for computing to laptop chip designers such as Apple and Qualcomm, as well as to firms like Amazon, Microsoft and Alphabet that use it in data centers. Part of Arm's successful rise stems from rules in its contracts that all Arm chips be able to run all Arm software, regardless of who made the chip.
By contrast, Intel and AMD use the same underlying x86 technology in their chips, but software sometimes must be tweaked to work across their offerings. On Tuesday, the two companies said they were forming an "advisory group" to change that, with Broadcom, Dell Technologies, Lenovo Group and Oracle, among others, joining as founding members.
“We are excited to bring the industry together to providedirection on future architectural enhancements and extend the incredible success of x86 for decades to come," Lisa Su, AMD's chief executive, said in a statement.
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Experts Reveal The 9 Most Important Decisions A Person Will Make In Their Life
Making decisions is difficult, especially when it comes to these critical moments.
Every day of our lives, we face a multitude of decisions. We can go so far as to choose not to decide anything! Of course, some decisions are more critical than others and might require more careful consideration before we act on the decision. Choosing what clothes to wear for the day can be as simple and easy as checking the local weather update.
However, deciding whether or not to get married, have children, or remain childless are far more difficult choices to make. Making a big decision can create a lot of anxiety for some people, but if we know what choices might be coming, we can better prepare ourselves for the big decisions when they are presented to us.
Here are the 9 most important decisions a person will make in their life:
1. To decide to decide
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The most important decision is a process rather than a discrete act. It's the definition of courage: A process of becoming that involves the willingness to realize your true capacities by going through discomfort, fear, anxiety, or suffering and taking wholehearted responsible action. This will animate and make authentic most of your decisions to benefit yourself and likely others.
— Ruth Schimel Ph.D., Career & Life Management Consultant, Author
Research published in PLoS One in 2015 indicates how a decision is presented can significantly impact the decision to gather more information before making a choice, with people tending to seek more information when faced with potential losses compared to potential gains.
2. To choose yourself
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No one can do your push-ups for you. You have to teach yourself how to choose to feel better than how negative thinking has made you feel. The motivation for self-care has to come from within. Relying on outside conditions or people to fill the void inside will never lead to you feeling fulfilled on the outside.
— Loulou Palmer, EFT-ADV, Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique
An analysis published by Europe’s Journal of Psychology in 2022 explained how self-awareness involves drawing on one’s awareness and acceptance of the perceived self when making behavioral decisions. This self-alignment can be defined as behaving in ways that are consistent with one’s internal states, preferences, resources, and intuitions. Specifically, self-connection involves acting in alignment with one’s awareness of the self by using one’s acceptance of this awareness to facilitate behaviors that align with the perceived self.
3. To define your values
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The most important decision a person can make is how you define your purpose and values. This decision shapes the entire course of their existence, influencing everything from their relationships and careers to their overall happiness and fulfillment.
Defining one's purpose and values is a deeply personal process. It requires individuals to reflect on what truly matters to them, what brings them joy, and what they want to contribute to the world. This decision is pivotal because it serves as a compass guiding all other choices and actions.
When you have a clear sense of your purpose and values, you are better equipped to make decisions that align with them. You can choose a career that resonates with your passions, build relationships with people who share your values, and make choices that lead to personal growth and fulfillment.
However, it's critical to acknowledge this decision is not a one-time event but an ongoing journey. As you grow and evolve, your purpose and values may also change. It's essential to revisit and reassess them periodically to ensure they continue to serve as a meaningful guide in your life.
— Clare Waismann, M-RAS/ SUDCC II Waismann Method Rapid Detox Founder
4. To understand what gives your life purpose
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What gives your life meaning and purpose? This foundation becomes the basis for many other life choices, such as career, relationships, and personal development.
If you're clear about your values and purpose, you can align your decisions and actions accordingly, leading to a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
This clarity can guide you in making choices related to your education, career, relationships, lifestyle, and personal growth, helping you stay on a path that resonates with your core desires.
However, it's important to remember that life is complex, and people often face many significant decisions.
What's most important to remember is values and purpose will vary from person to person and at different stages of their life.
— Sue Kohn-Taylor, Mental Fitness & Self Leadership Coach
Research published in 2019 in Frontiers in Psychology on life purpose has found that having a sense of purpose can lead to many benefits, including being more likely to make healthy choices, less likely to experience conflict when making health-related decisions, and experiencing a less functional decline.
5. To choose a life partner
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By far, the most important decision a person can make is who to marry. Our choice of spouse influences nearly every aspect of our lives. Marriage determines our finances, where we live, our children, our social life, our extended family, our health, and our longevity.
Divorce is rampant in our culture because we don't always go into our choice of spouse with enough information and thought. Most of us choose our spouse while in the early stage of "falling in love"; that is, while under the influence of hormones and chemicals! This isn't the best way to make one of the most important decisions in our lives.
— Mary Kay Cocharo, LMFT, MS Counselor/Therapist
A 2017 study cited a study of tens of thousands of married couples that found people tend to choose partners with similar height, body mass index, and intelligence. Another study published in 2021 by Canadian Social Science found that people consider psychological criteria like emotions, calmness, responsibility, and good appearance important when choosing a life partner.
The life partner you choose will shape and influence your life. You are responsible to them in every arena of their lives. Their choices or circumstances will affect you. By default, you share their failure and success, health or sickness, sadness, and joy. In staying together or being separated, they continue to be a part of your life. Choose well and wisely
— Reta Faye Walker, Ph.D., Relationship Coach
Who you choose for your life partner and if you have children with this person: As a licensed psychologist, I see a lot of pain and suffering in individuals who feel they are partnered with someone they are incompatible with. Conversely, I see the buffering effects of a good marriage on other life stressors. Finally, having children will substantially alter your life course — and who one does this with is important. Even after a divorce, for example, if you have children, you will be forever tied to that person.
— Laurie Mintz Laurie Mintz, Psychologist And Author
6. To create a child
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Having a child, hands down. You can change your partner, address, and career — but a child is for life. Prepare for the changes children bring and start feathering your nest before their birth to give them a loving, stable home when they arrive.
— Gloria Brame, Ph.D. Therapist and Author
A 2018 Institute for Family Studies study found that 37% of U.S. adults wish more children, while 29% either don't want children or wish they had fewer. A 2018 study found that decisional factors for having children include parents' social status, economic preconditions, personal and relational readiness, physical health, and child costs.
7. To choose who you will have a child with
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Life is full of important decisions and life-changing moments. But the most important decision you will ever make is who you have a child with. It is secondary to marriage. Because once you have created a life, you will always be connected to this other person.
It does not matter if they know you like you or want nothing to do with you. Parents can make choices that have long-term consequences. If you decide to create life, put some serious thought into who you do this with.
— Merle Yost, LMFT, Author
8. To tie yourself to another person
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The most important decision of your life is whom you have children with. When you have a child with someone, you are tied to that person forever.
Hopefully, it's a good experience, you become a happy family, and your children are blessings for both of you. However, many romantic involvements end, so if you have children together and split up, you'll probably face one of the following scenarios.
You manage to co-parent amicably. You tolerate each other, but the kids are caught in the middle. You hate each other, and the kids have to deal with hostility.
If the partner is disordered, they use the kids to control you. The other parent abandons you and the kids, and you raise them alone.
Even if the other parent disappears, when there are children, you are forever tied to them genetically. This could be a problem if the other parent is a sociopath.
Personality disorders are about 50% genetic. Therefore, your children may inherit a predisposition to become disordered. It's possible for proactive parenting to prevent a disorder from developing, but this is hard work.
So think carefully about whom you have children with, which means you should think carefully about whom you are with. Even if you don't intend to have children, sometimes it happens.
— Donna Andersen, Author and Podcast Host
Results from a 2017 study indicated that strategies to improve the intention of marriage could include the expression of psychological needs such as having a companion, the importance of responsibility, society’s attitude toward marriage, parents, and marriage, and the importance of decision-making power and job position.
9. To know which app is running your brain
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Whenever you're faced with an important decision, remember this: It's who you decide to be when you make the decision that truly matters. Did your brain twist into a knot? Let’s untie it.
Applied to psychology, the law of cause and effect dictates that our dominant mindset (cause) creates how we feel, and our emotions determine our actions and life choices (effect). I like to compare the subconscious mind, which holds all our mindsets, to a smartphone with many shimmering apps gazing at us from the screen.
When we open one of these apps, the phone becomes it, performing according to the data within that app. So does our brain.
When life triggers us (you get fired), immediately, the mindset (an app) associated with a similar event in your past clicks open, unleashing thoughts (data) such as "I am not good enough," "People don’t care," "Life is not fair." And now you feel down and discouraged, often hopeless. Instead of looking for a new job, you find excuses about why that won't work ("I am too old, and the job market sucks").
Now, since you are the host of all your mindsets, just like the owner of a cell phone, the most important decision you can make right now is to choose a different app for your brain to run! What if, when faced with a big decision, you think like a worthy, confident person, "There is something better for me because I deserve better." "I trust life because it always has my best interests in mind." "I have a choice as to how I think about this event, and I choose to feel empowered." "I don’t need to worry about how I’ll get another job, I just need to feel worthy of it." Now, your brain will release the chemicals of hope, inspiration, and clarity, opening your mind to new ideas and charting a course of action that matches your chosen mindset. Which app is running in your brain right now? If that's not the most significant decision, then I don't know what is.
— Katherine Agranovich, Ph.D., Hypnotherapist
Life is full of decisions, so knowing which choices are critical turning points helps smooth the process. When you decide to know yourself, your values, passions, and purpose, it will make the other tough choices like choosing a life partner, whether to have kids and so many others so much easier.
Research on the law of cause and effect primarily focuses on how people perceive and understand causal relationships between events, often using experimental designs to establish causation, according to a 2015 Frontiers in Psychology study. Notable studies explore concepts like illusory causation, causal attribution, and the influence of perceived causality on judgment and decision-making. A key example is Thorndike's Law of Effect, which demonstrates how positive outcomes following an action increase the likelihood of repeating that action.
Will Curtis is a creator, editor, and activist who has spent the last decade working remotely.
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With Davante Adams in, another Jets receiver will be the odd man out.
And the odd man out, not surprisingly, will be Mike Williams.
Per a league source, the Jets will attempt to trade the veteran wideout who was signed in the offseason to a one-year deal.
Williams, the seventh pick in the 2017 draft, spent seven seasons with the Chargers. He tore an ACL in Week 3 of 2023, and he was cut by the Chargers earlier this year.
The Jets already have rising star Garrett Wilson. They also have quarterback AAron Rodgers’s BFF No. 2 in Allen Lazard. And they’ve traded for Rodgers’s BFF No. 1, in Davante Adams.
Williams and Rodgers have yet to click. Through six games, he has 17 targets, 10 catches, and 145 yards.
He had a drop last night, which won’t help him win the trust of Rodgers. Then, Williams broke off his pass route on the play that became the game-sealing interception. And Rodgers called him out for it.
So, no, don’t be shocked that Williams is the odd man out. He’ll be WR4 at best if he stays. That’s way too low to justify his one-year, $10 million salary.
Who will want him? That remains to be seen. It also remains to be seen how much the Jets can get for him.
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October 15, 2024
Kim Kardashian's daughter North has revealed who has inspired her fashion style.
During her conversation with Kim for Interview magazine, North shared her dad, Kanye West as the inspiration behind her style.
Kim asked, "what's your favourite style right now?"
North, who was donning an oversized black and wite sports jersey with layered cross necklaces in gold similar to her dad, answered, "I like streetwear and ’90s. Tyler, the Creator; my dad; me!"
Additionally, the 11-year-old also went on to answer a few more questions from The Kardashians star.
"what's one lesson that you learned?" asked Kim to which North stated, "to trust God only!" adding, "don't trust nobody except God because, yeah only trust him."
She also shared her "favourite song right now" as I Dont Love You Anymore by Tyler, the creator.
Moreover, North also shared her plans of starting her own clothing line, saying, "Well, I am starting my own clothing line," revealing that it will be named as "North West."
North is Kim and Kanye's eldest daughter, who voiced Mini in PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie in 2023 and made her recording debut on ¥$'s single Talking / Once Again.
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Samsung India says its workers have ended strike
Samsung India workers have decided to end their month-long strike, the company said on Tuesday.
Samsung said it welcomes the decision of the Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU) to call off the strike at the plant. The company said it would not take action against workers who participated in the strike.
The workers have held protests close to the factory near the city of Chennai in Tamil Nadu since Sept. 9, demanding higher wages and recognition of their union.
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Highly Intelligent People Usually Feel A Specific Type Of Shame That Makes Them More Lonely
There are ways to let shame go.
Shame is a deeply complex yet ultimately very common emotion to have.
The American Psychological Association’s definition of shame states that it’s a “Highly unpleasant self-conscious emotion” that’s “typically characterized by withdrawal from social intercourse, which can have a profound effect on psychological adjustment and interpersonal relationships.”
There are various types of shame, including transient shame, which doesn’t cause major disruption to a person’s life or self-image, and chronic shame, which is more persistent and wears on the way someone sees themselves over the long term.
Highly intelligent people usually feel one specific type of shame that makes them more lonely.
When people feel shame, they tend to isolate themselves, making them feel even more cut off from the rest of the world, creating a vicious cycle.
A nervous system coach named Dana Doswell touched on what it’s like to be “A highly intelligent person who also has a lot of internalized chronic shame.”
“You can have this experience of simultaneously feeling that you are superior and more intelligent than many other people while also feeling very ‘other than’ and as if there is something inherently wrong with you that makes other people not wanna connect with you, and then feel super lonely,” she explained.
She shared that there are two main ways that people experience shame: Explicit shame and implicit shame.
“Explicit is really obvious,” Dana continued. “This would be like bullying, harassment, someone getting in your face and yelling about things with really shameful language at you.”
In contrast, “Implicit shame is not so obvious and can also be thought of as invisible shame.”
“Invisible shame is what we learn, or the information that we internalize, as we express ourselves to people in our lives and notice their reactions,” she said. “This is that body language, tone of voice, facial expression, all of the invisible and implicit ways that we learn what is shameful and what is not shameful.”
Being vocal and open about the shame we carry is a way to move through it.
“By mapping your explicit and implicit shame, we’re getting this kind of shame composition map,” Dana said. “So, we are bringing that implicit and invisible shame to the surface and recognizing where some of these internalized beliefs” come from.
As she explained it, the first step to releasing shame is by, “Making the unconscious conscious.”
“Step number two is cultivating somatic shame awareness,” she said. “This is when we go from intellectually knowing something to having a felt knowing of it.”
There can often be dissonance between what we know to be true and what we feel within ourselves. Acknowledging how our bodies experience certain situations through our senses is to have a somatic understanding of our emotions.
Shame is a deeply uncomfortable feeling, but it’s also a malleable one, which means that we can work to change it.
Dana explained de-shaming as “A practice that actively aims to dissolve shame from your nervous system and its related psychosomatic and physiological impacts by facilitating intuitive somatic releases of shame.”
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Seeking support and engaging in positive self-talk are avenues to releasing shame. Working through shame leads us to be more compassionate to ourselves and others.
“By de-shaming, we are making suppressed parts of ourselves OK to exist,” she said. “What happens when we do this is we are able to hold more truth about how we are, how our bodies feel, and who we truly are as people.”
“This is inherently more regulating," she continued, "than going through life using shame to suppress parts of yourself that you believe, by showing to the external world, are going to disconnect you and disallow you from having access to safety, love, and connection.”
Being human means we’re constantly seeking connection, even when we tell ourselves that we’re OK alone. The truth is that we all need other people. We all need to give and receive love in order to live a full, healthy life.
When we move beyond the shame we hold, we accept that we hold disparate parts, and recognize that we are no less whole because of that.
Alexandra Blogier is a writer on YourTango's news and entertainment team. She covers social issues, pop culture analysis and all things to do with the entertainment industry.
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October 15, 2024
Christina Aguilera is reportedly trying hard to compete with younger stars.
This is the main reason why she has doubled down on her fitness routine, but her new look has made people wonder if she is doing alright, per Life & Style.
The source kicked off the chat by stating, “Christina has been losing weight for the past year and is feeling more confident than she has in ages.”
They went on to mention, “Still, people are starting to wonder if perhaps she’s taking it too far.”
“She looks smaller than she did in her teen years! It’s really shocking to see in-person,” the source also noted.
“Christina has always been body-positive, no matter her size. But the reality is that she does feel some pressure to compete with the younger pop stars,” they concluded.
It is pertinent to mention here that Christina is not the only one who has shown incredible transformation as Lizzo is also trying to shed some pounds, but the social media criticism is keeping her from reaching her dream size.
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Cornell Pochily Investment Advisors Inc. reduced its stake in AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T – Free Report) by 0.7% during the 3rd quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 71,652 shares of the technology company’s stock after selling 530 shares during the period. Cornell Pochily Investment Advisors Inc.’s holdings in AT&T were worth $1,576,000 at the end of the most recent quarter.
Other large investors also recently bought and sold shares of the company. Riggs Asset Managment Co. Inc. lifted its stake in AT&T by 356.5% during the second quarter. Riggs Asset Managment Co. Inc. now owns 1,429 shares of the technology company’s stock worth $27,000 after purchasing an additional 1,116 shares in the last quarter. American Capital Advisory LLC raised its holdings in shares of AT&T by 107.5% in the 2nd quarter. American Capital Advisory LLC now owns 1,558 shares of the technology company’s stock valued at $30,000 after buying an additional 807 shares during the period. Altshuler Shaham Ltd acquired a new position in AT&T during the 2nd quarter worth about $30,000. Marquette Asset Management LLC purchased a new position in AT&T during the 3rd quarter valued at about $36,000. Finally, Loring Wolcott & Coolidge Fiduciary Advisors LLP MA grew its position in AT&T by 176.6% in the 2nd quarter. Loring Wolcott & Coolidge Fiduciary Advisors LLP MA now owns 1,867 shares of the technology company’s stock valued at $35,000 after acquiring an additional 1,192 shares in the last quarter. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 57.10% of the company’s stock.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
Several analysts have recently issued reports on T shares. Moffett Nathanson increased their price target on shares of AT&T from $17.00 to $18.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a research report on Thursday, August 15th. Tigress Financial raised their price target on shares of AT&T from $29.00 to $30.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research report on Friday, September 27th. Citigroup boosted their price target on shares of AT&T from $21.00 to $24.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research note on Wednesday, September 11th. The Goldman Sachs Group began coverage on AT&T in a research note on Monday, July 1st. They issued a “buy” rating and a $22.00 price objective on the stock. Finally, Daiwa America raised AT&T to a “hold” rating in a research note on Friday, July 26th. One research analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating, nine have assigned a hold rating, ten have assigned a buy rating and one has assigned a strong buy rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, AT&T presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $22.69.
AT&T Trading Down 0.5 %
Shares of AT&T stock opened at $21.26 on Tuesday. The company has a current ratio of 0.70, a quick ratio of 0.66 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.05. The company has a fifty day simple moving average of $20.76 and a 200-day simple moving average of $18.86. The stock has a market cap of $152.44 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 11.43, a PEG ratio of 3.62 and a beta of 0.60. AT&T Inc. has a 12-month low of $14.23 and a 12-month high of $22.34.
AT&T (NYSE:T – Get Free Report) last released its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, July 24th. The technology company reported $0.57 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, meeting the consensus estimate of $0.57. AT&T had a net margin of 10.41% and a return on equity of 14.16%. The company had revenue of $29.80 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $30.05 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the firm posted $0.63 earnings per share. AT&T’s revenue for the quarter was down .3% on a year-over-year basis. On average, equities analysts forecast that AT&T Inc. will post 2.22 EPS for the current fiscal year.
AT&T Dividend Announcement
The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Friday, November 1st. Shareholders of record on Thursday, October 10th will be given a dividend of $0.2775 per share. This represents a $1.11 annualized dividend and a yield of 5.22%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Thursday, October 10th. AT&T’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is 59.68%.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc provides telecommunications and technology services worldwide. The company operates through two segments, Communications and Latin America. The Communications segment offers wireless voice and data communications services; and sells handsets, wireless data cards, wireless computing devices, carrying cases/protective covers, and wireless chargers through its own company-owned stores, agents, and third-party retail stores.
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The Zodiac Sign Having Extreme Financial Luck During The Aries Full Moon On October 17, 2024
The powerful Aries Full Moon on October 17 ushers in financial abundance for one zodiac sign in particular.
The Aries Full Moon on October 17, 2024 is the largest supermoon in 2024. Not only will it be the biggest and brightest moon of the year for everyone, but it has special significance for one zodiac sign that'll flourish financially under its energy.
There’s one zodiac sign having extreme financial luck during the Aries Full Moon on October 17th, 2024.
According to astrologer Helena Hathor, the Cancer zodiac sign "is gonna make really good money" thanks to this Full Moon.
This is welcome news, as lately, you’ve been putting in tons of work with what's felt like little reward. However, on October 17, the “peak from your efforts” will finally occur, summarized Hathor.
The Aries Full Moon on October 17 is extremely motivating for Cancer Sun, Moon, and Rising signs.
According to Hathor, this is due to the mutual reception occurring between Cancer and Aries, which astrologer Alexia Komada-John explained in a TikTok video is how planets support one another.
“Mutual reception happens when you have two planets in each other’s home sign,” Komada-John explained.
This planetary relationship comes into play on October 17 when Mars, Aries' ruling planet, is in Cancer and the Moon, Cancer's ruling planet, is in Aries.
"Cancers will feel drive to reach even greater milestones in their careers," astrologer Evan Nathaniel Grim said of the zodiac sign's motivation, which will undoubtedly pay off.
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Despite Cancer's natural tendency to nurture others, with this powerful Aries energy, Grim explained that Cancer will finally focus on prioritizing themselves to "reach a place of self-love."
The best way for Cancer to lean into this financial success is to 'bring that nurturing energy to their own projects.'
In a TikTok video, an astrologer who goes by the name @astrologybro encouraged Cancer to think of what brings them joy outside of caring for others without fear of being perceived as selfish.
Once you receive this newfound financial success, Hathor warned Cancer not to "spend it all at once."
"You are gonna get rich fast and then you’re gonna be like, ‘Oh, I have so much to spend it on,'” Hathor said, which is when dangerous actions like overspending might come into play. Unfortunately, some might spend their newfound fortune on new shoes not realizing that this financial success, although great, is only temporary. Once this day ends, so will your sudden influx of financial luck.
So enjoy this extreme financial luck during the Aries Full Moon and find ways to make your money work for you. Your future self will thank you for it, Cancer!
Marielisa Reyes is a writer with a bachelor's in psychology who covers self-help, relationships, career, family, and astrology topics.
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A Trump town hall in Oaks, Pa., Monday night went from a Q-and-A session to a bizarre musical event in which Trump stood in front of his audience for an extended period while songs played on the sound system.
The town hall portion of the event lasted nearly an hour and was moderated by Kristi Noem, South Dakota's Republican governor who is a Trump ally.
The questioners were all friendly to Trump, with questions about how he would bring down inflation, as well as boost small businesses.
The town hall was paused twice for incidents in which the crowd called for a medic. Audience members shouted that the room was too hot.
As medics attended to people affected by the heat, Trump and Noem waited on stage. During the first pause, the crowd sang “God Bless America” together, after which Trump asked for someone to put the song “Ave Maria” on the sound system. An instrumental version soon began playing.
Shortly after the town hall resumed, there was another call for a medic.
“It’s steaming in here!” one man yelled as they waited for assistance, and the instrumental Ave Maria played once again, until the woman affected received help.
Trump joked about the heat in the room: “Personally, I enjoy this. We lose weight. We could do this, lose 4, 5 pounds.”
Trump then called for his “favorite chart” to be put up on screens -– the chart of border crossings that had been displayed in Butler, Pa., on July 13 when an assassin shot at Trump, hitting his ear. In addition, he asked that someone play a version of Ave Maria sung by Luciano Pavarotti.
“We’ll do a little music. Let’s make this a musical-fest,” he said.
Trump stood on stage until the song was over, at which point he stopped the question-and-answer portion of the evening.
“Let’s not do anymore questions. Let’s just listen to music,” he said.
Later, Trump ended the question portion and asked the audience to stick around.
“By the way, when we leave, you don’t have to go so fast. You can sit and listen. We’ll play a couple of songs. Some of you will be a little warm, but that’s OK. It’s not a bad thing. And if you want, we’re gonna do that, but I think it would be beautiful. Don’t you think? A little different.”
“I think it’d be amazing, sir,” Noem said.
“Nice to have imagin- isn’t it a nice thing to have imagination?”
Trump remained on stage for more than half an hour while an array of songs played, including “Hallelujah” as performed by Rufus Wainwright, as well as “November Rain” by Guns ‘n’ Roses.
On Tuesday, Trump, posting on his Truth social, called the evening "amazing."
"The Q and A was almost finished when people began fainting from the excitement and heat," he said. "We started playing music while we waited, and just kept it going. So different, but it ended up being a GREAT EVENING!"
The town hall came as three weeks remain in the voting season and Trump and Harris remain statistically tied, according to most polls. Both candidates are delivering their closing messages and drawing a contrast from their rival as they crisscross the country. Trump will deliver remarks on the economy in Chicago Tuesday, and pretape a town hall with women voters on Fox News that will air Wednesday. Harris is doing a town hall with the popular radio host Charlamagne tha God in her attempt to reach Black male voters.
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October 15, 2024
Soulja Boy is facing a $10 million lawsuit from his ex. But he firmly denied charges and called for a mental exam of her.
One of the allegations against him in the case which she filed under the pseudonym Jane Doe in 2021 — was his assault on her, which led to her having a miscarriage in 2015.
In court documents that In Touch obtained, the Crank That singer's lawyer said, “Moreover, [Doe] also testified that she had undergone multiple abortions, but could not recall how many or where they occurred."
"[Doe] also stated that she has been suffering with anxiety that developed throughout her relationship with [Soulja], and the defense needs to conduct an Independent Mental Examination of [Doe] in order to properly evaluate her mental health and assess the claims being made.”
Soulja’s attorney continued, “The need for a mental examination is particularly relevant because [Doe] has indicated in her testimony that she has experienced anxiety and other psychological issues stemming from the alleged incidents and relationship with [Soulja]."
"The examination will allow [Soulja’s] expert to evaluate the extent of these claims, providing critical information regarding the validity of the claim as well as the impact of the alleged emotional distress on [Doe’s] life.”
In the lawsuit, Soulja's ex claimed they had been dating on-off for years, but she finally called it quits in 2019.
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US FCC opens probe into broadband firm caps on internet data use
WASHINGTON :The U.S. Federal Communications Commission said on Tuesday it was opening a formal inquiry into why broadband providers cap data use by some customers, and how it impacts consumers and competition.
"For most people in the United States, rationing their internet usage would be unthinkable and impractical. But, for millions, limitations on how much data they can use online is a constant concern," said FCC Chair Jessica Rosenworcel.
Many consumers face no data caps on internet service but millions - especially those on lower-cost plans - do face limits.
Rosenworcel said it is now easier and less expensive for broadband companies to provide unlimited data and noted that caps "can cut off small businesses from their customers, slap fees on low-income families, and prevent people with disabilities from using the tools they rely on to communicate."
Rosenworcel first said in June 2023 she was seeking support from other FCC commissioners to support a formal inquiry to learn more about how broadband providers use data caps on consumer plans.
Last month, a trade group said Americans used just over 100 trillion megabytes of wireless data in 2023, up 36 per cent from the prior year, the largest single-year increase in wireless data consumption.
Some consumers have complained about their struggles with internet providers who receive government subsidies. The FCC separately released 600 stories from consumers about their struggles with wireless and broadband providers data caps.
Rosenworcel noted during COVID-19 many fixed and mobile internet service providers refrained from enforcing or imposing data caps "suggesting that our networks have the capacity to meet consumer demand without these restrictions. We know that some providers do not have them at all."
In May, a broadband internet subsidy program used by 23 million households ran out of money and shut down after the White House unsuccessfully urged Congress to dedicate another $6 billion.
Rosenworcel is seeking input on the current state of data caps and if they harm competition or consumers’ ability to access broadband internet and review why data cap use "continues to persist despite increased broadband needs of consumers and providers’ demonstrated technical ability to offer unlimited data plans," the FCC said.
The FCC will look at "current trends in consumer data usage; the impact of data caps on consumers, consumers’ experience with data caps, and how consumers are informed about data caps on service offerings; the impact of data caps on competition" and the FCC's legal authority to take action regarding data caps.
In August, a federal appeals court blocked the FCC's reinstatement of landmark net neutrality rules, saying broadband providers are likely to succeed in a legal challenge.
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Birch Capital Management LLC lifted its stake in shares of Fiserv, Inc. (NYSE:FI – Free Report) by 2.7% in the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 22,018 shares of the business services provider’s stock after acquiring an additional 585 shares during the quarter. Fiserv makes up approximately 1.9% of Birch Capital Management LLC’s holdings, making the stock its 17th biggest position. Birch Capital Management LLC’s holdings in Fiserv were worth $3,956,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.
Other hedge funds and other institutional investors also recently added to or reduced their stakes in the company. NBC Securities Inc. raised its holdings in Fiserv by 5.1% during the third quarter. NBC Securities Inc. now owns 11,347 shares of the business services provider’s stock valued at $2,038,000 after acquiring an additional 549 shares during the period. Creative Planning grew its position in shares of Fiserv by 4.7% during the third quarter. Creative Planning now owns 148,405 shares of the business services provider’s stock worth $26,661,000 after purchasing an additional 6,649 shares in the last quarter. CX Institutional raised its stake in Fiserv by 16.4% during the 3rd quarter. CX Institutional now owns 56,440 shares of the business services provider’s stock valued at $10,139,000 after purchasing an additional 7,943 shares during the period. Harrell Investment Partners LLC lifted its holdings in Fiserv by 0.8% in the 3rd quarter. Harrell Investment Partners LLC now owns 14,297 shares of the business services provider’s stock worth $2,568,000 after purchasing an additional 113 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Sapient Capital LLC purchased a new position in Fiserv in the 3rd quarter worth approximately $1,294,000. 90.98% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.
Insider Activity
In other news, EVP John Gibbons sold 18,890 shares of Fiserv stock in a transaction on Wednesday, August 21st. The stock was sold at an average price of $168.21, for a total value of $3,177,486.90. Following the transaction, the executive vice president now directly owns 28,323 shares in the company, valued at approximately $4,764,211.83. This trade represents a 0.00 % decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which can be accessed through this hyperlink. In other Fiserv news, COO Guy Chiarello sold 24,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Thursday, August 15th. The shares were sold at an average price of $164.97, for a total value of $3,959,280.00. Following the completion of the sale, the chief operating officer now directly owns 163,699 shares in the company, valued at $27,005,424.03. This trade represents a 0.00 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available at the SEC website. Also, EVP John Gibbons sold 18,890 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction on Wednesday, August 21st. The stock was sold at an average price of $168.21, for a total value of $3,177,486.90. Following the transaction, the executive vice president now directly owns 28,323 shares in the company, valued at approximately $4,764,211.83. The trade was a 0.00 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The disclosure for this sale can be found here. In the last quarter, insiders sold 187,890 shares of company stock worth $32,855,417. 0.75% of the stock is currently owned by corporate insiders.
Fiserv Trading Up 1.2 %
Fiserv (NYSE:FI – Get Free Report) last issued its earnings results on Wednesday, July 24th. The business services provider reported $2.13 earnings per share for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $2.10 by $0.03. The business had revenue of $5.11 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $4.81 billion. Fiserv had a return on equity of 16.41% and a net margin of 17.45%. The business’s revenue for the quarter was up 7.4% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period in the prior year, the business earned $1.81 EPS. On average, research analysts anticipate that Fiserv, Inc. will post 8.74 EPS for the current year.
Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades
FI has been the subject of a number of research analyst reports. KeyCorp lifted their price objective on shares of Fiserv from $170.00 to $180.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research report on Thursday, July 25th. Wells Fargo & Company lifted their price target on shares of Fiserv from $180.00 to $190.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a report on Thursday, July 25th. Citigroup upgraded shares of Fiserv to a “strong-buy” rating in a research note on Thursday, July 25th. JPMorgan Chase & Co. raised their price objective on Fiserv from $176.00 to $199.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research report on Tuesday, August 20th. Finally, Robert W. Baird boosted their target price on Fiserv from $186.00 to $200.00 and gave the stock an “outperform” rating in a research report on Monday, September 23rd. Three investment analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating, twenty-two have issued a buy rating and two have issued a strong buy rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the company has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $180.64.
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About Fiserv
Fiserv, Inc, together with its subsidiaries, provides payments and financial services technology services in the United States, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, Latin America, the Asia-Pacific, and internationally. It operates through Merchant Acceptance, Financial Technology, and Payments and Network segments.
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The abandoned Pontins that angry locals say is 'ruining' famous UK seaside town
EXCLUSIVE: Residents say the famous holiday park's closure has been a hammer blow.
The model giraffe towering over Pontins in Camber Sands has closed its eyes. Worn down by the winds that whip across the East Sussex coast, its once-detailed lashes have disappeared into the dull orange undercoat.
Perhaps it is a blessing the model creature is spared a prime view of its deteriorating home, a place that, at its height, was one of the South East’s most glamorous resorts.
But the days when Strictly Come Dancing judge Len Goodman held annual dance competitions and evening line-ups contained Freddie Starr and Bob Monkhouse are long gone.
Now, all that lies behind the peeling blue-painted fence are black tarpaulin-covered sand pits, dried-up water gun amusements, chalets missing parts of their walls and, of course, the blind giraffe.
The closure of the 3,000-capacity Pontins holiday park last year meant that this summer, for the first time in 56 years, the village of Camber didn’t have a steady stream of holidaymakers pottering towards the beach from the resort.
It’s not like the demise was a complete shock. The holiday camp’s reputation had been trashed by countless scathing online reviews criticising its cleanliness and media reports on angry families complaining the living conditions had ruined their precious breaks.
Regardless of Pontins' current standing, losing the heartbeat of its economy since 1968 has painfully affected the local village.
“Pontins was great,” lifelong resident and councillor Sean Clarke tells the Express. “Especially when we were growing up. In the 80s we used to have all the top bands and celebrities, they had wrestling, swimming pools and dances.
“It started going downhill in the mid-90s [and in recent years there were stories which showed how recently it had become] dirty and filthy. People would get on Facebook and say it needed ‘shutting down’, but it didn’t, it needed keeping open.
“You could have a week-long holiday for £144. People could save £9.99 a week to come here. But since it closed there is no nighttime economy in Camber.”
Clarke is talking to the Express in The Castle, a pub that, on a good day, could serve 150 breakfasts to Pontins customers and, when Rockabilly fans were in town for one of the adults-only weekends, sell 36 kegs of beer. The landlord estimates his losses from the closure are in the thousands.
The resort’s decline had, in some respects, meant local businesses benefited even more from the camp’s proximity. The Express heard many stories about disgruntled holidaymakers seeking food or, in some cases, alternative accommodation in the surrounding area.
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Although tens of thousands of people still descend on the miles of sandy beach around Camber, which is just two hours from London, since Pontins disappeared they don’t benefit the village in the same way.
“They just get in the car and go home,” Clarke adds. “There's nothing else for them. Those who stay in an Airbnb have deliveries from Tesco and don't come out.”
Neha Patel, owner of Camber Post Office, claims she still gets a healthy number of customers stopping off to buy buckets and spades or towels on their way to the beach. But her cavernous shop, which sells everything from scart leads to chopped tomatoes and Ciroc Vodka, misses having the seasonal staff employed by Pontins stopping off.
“Most of the DIY or the professional kind of staff were local,” she explains. “But the people who were in the customer field serving in the kitchen [or] cleaning were all from outside and most of them lived on-site.
“It was a bit of a shock when we found out it was closing and we've had the whole summer without them. This year it has been a lot quieter but [that’s more because] the weather hasn't supported us.”
In a village of already limited opportunity losing an employer like Pontins is felt by almost every household. Every resident the Express spoke to had either worked for the holiday resort themselves or had a friend or relative who did.
One of those is Karen Wright, 44, whose mother and father both had jobs at Pontins at various stages during their lifetimes. She recalls with great warmth the vast crowds of holidaymakers who gave the village a buzz.
“I'm born and bred in Camber so I remember when I was little how it used to be absolutely packed,” she says.
“They used to have different competitions and things like that in the main halls. I remember doing a majorette show. But it was so different in those times.
“We had arcades on the seafront, trampolines, donkeys and banana boats. All that’s gone now. You were probably talking about 80,000 people being down on the beach during the summer, now we get half of that.
“Pontins was a huge attraction [for Camber] and it was such a shame when they started to let it go.”
When Pontins Camber Sands opened in the 1960s it was considered a major coup for the area. The brand was an established British household name beloved by baby-boomer families for their affordable holidays at seaside resorts across the nation.
Often considered a lower-cost alternative to Butlins, its bluecoat entertainers have produced talent ranging from Shane Richie to Bobby Davro, Bradley Walsh to Lee Mack.
But as foreign travel became increasingly mainstream in the 1990s and people chose to holiday at resorts abroad Pontins struggled.
By 2010 the firm, which had changed hands many times, was in administration. It was pulled back from the brink thanks to a buyout by budget accommodation provider and current owner Britannia Hotels.
When the deal was sealed CEO Alex Langsam was bullish about the opportunity to reboot the brand. "We believe there is a growing demand for traditional seaside holidays and we are prepared to back this judgement with considerable investment," he said.
However, a brief post-Covid boom in domestic travel aside, it’s been a bleak decade of continued decline for British seaside resorts.
Britannia Hotels has increasingly repurposed its accommodation by controversially housing asylum seekers for the Home Office. Reports last year claimed that one in ten of the firm’s rooms were being used by migrants at the taxpayer’s expense.
Before it closed, plans were afoot to repurpose Pontins Camber Sands as an asylum-seeker hotel. However, the local authority, Rother Council, which owns the land the camp is on, raised multiple concerns about the lack of infrastructure and the government abandoned the idea.
“I didn’t think a lot about that,” Wright says of the proposed migrant hotel. ”I think people felt very upset by it. It's not something that should be done. It's a holiday place not somewhere to put up the migrants.”
Local hopes are now pinned on a saviour like Butlin's restoring it to its former glory.
The Express spoke to several locals who claimed to have met and spoken to officials from Butlin’s although they were non-committal about the prospect of the company buying the site.
Earlier this year the CEO of Pontins longtime rival, John Hendry Pickup, revealed they’d made contact with Britannia about the possibility of acquiring two Pontins sites closed at the same time as Camber Sands in the North West, but didn’t mention Sussex.
When asked by the Express a Butlin’s spokesperson denied anyone from the business had visited Camber and said it wasn’t considering buying the site.
“We have our Bognor Regis resort [in neighbouring West Sussex] so wouldn’t consider that location,” they added. “The opportunity is in the North West where we don't have a resort and we continue to have conversations, however there’s no update to our position at this stage.”
A challenge for any buyer is the level of disrepair. Strong winds saw part of the roof of the main building come flying off earlier this year and there is known to be asbestos in the flooring.
Exclusive drone footage shot by the Express reveals a decaying ghost town in need of considerable work to make it a desirable destination once again.
We asked Britannia what its plans for the Camber Sands site were, whether it would comment on the level of disrepair and if it had any message to locals. Britannia did not respond.
Residents of the village are in little doubt about the impact of Pontins’ closure.
“It’s killed Camber,” Councillor Clarke adds. “All we’ve got is that beach now.”
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US Pixel Watch 3 users still left waiting for a key safety feature
- In addition to big updates for Pixel phones, Google’s October 2024 Pixel Drop includes some important upgrades for Pixel Watch users.
- Loss of Pulse Detections expands to more regions including Belgium, Italy, and Spain, but not the US.
- Additional updates include a new Contact Tile and Emoji email reactions, both available now to all generations of Pixel Watch.
Commencing its October 2024 Pixel Drop today, Google rolled out new features across the Pixel ecosystem, including Android 15 and some noteworthy updates for Pixel Watch users. Unfortunately, though, one headlining feature remains out of reach for US users.
When Google launched the Pixel Watch 3 this past August, one of the more unique tools introduced on the lineup was the device’s new Loss of Pulse detection. A potentially life-saving health feature, Loss of Pulse detection can identify if a user’s heart stops beating due to an emergency like cardiac arrest, poisoning, or respiratory arrest. The tool then notifies emergency services automatically to ascertain help. However, Loss of Pulse detection originally landed with only regional availability and a vague promise of further expansion in the months to follow. Today, Google rolled out the feature to users in Belgium, Italy, and Spain, but left US Pixel Watch 3 users still waiting.
So far, we’ve had no update as to when we can expect to see the tool available on US wrists. With the addition of the new regions, Loss of Pulse detection is available in the UK, France, Austria, Denmark, Ireland, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, and Switzerland. Google is possibly still awaiting regulatory approvals to bring he feature to the US.
With that said, the Pixel Drop did include a few new tools that even US users can enjoy.
First, Google introduced a new Contact Tile to help keep contacts more accessible. The new customizable tile supports quick actions for calling, messaging, and opening the contact details of your chosen friends or family members. It’s available now on all generations of Pixel Watch running Wear OS 3 or newer. Likewise, Google also added Emoji email reactions to the user experience across all Pixel Watches. Now you can send quick emoji responses from the wrist in the Gmail app. These upgrades highlight the strength of the Pixel Watch line as a thoroughly Google device with access to the company’s top apps and services.
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(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) Challenges in the automotive supply chain prompt the need for BCM solutions ensuring reliability and flexibility.
Wilmington, Delaware, United States, Transparency market Research, Inc. , Oct. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The global automotive body control module market (자동차 차체 제어 모듈 시장) is estimated to rise at a CAGR of 4.0% from 2024 to 2034. Transparency Market Research projects that the overall sales revenue for automotive body control module is estimated to reach US$ 59.0 billion by the end of 2034.
A significant factor is the rise of shared mobility services. The growing popularity of ride-sharing and car-sharing platforms necessitates robust BCMs capable of managing multiple user profiles, security features, and seamless connectivity, driving demand for advanced BCM solutions.
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Another rainy season is in the books, and it comes as no surprise that the numbers came in wet.
Rainy season runs from May 15 to Oct. 15, and it’s a six-month period in which South Florida picks up 70% of its yearly rainfall.
Miami averages 46.25 inches of rain during this period, while For Lauderdale comes in just a little lower at 37.49 inches.
The preliminary numbers are impressive, with Fort Lauderdale picking up a whopping 55.63 inches and Miami seeing 53.84.
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But as big as these numbers are, we’ve seen more dramatic rainy seasons in the past.
In 1908, Miami picked up a ridiculous 67.65 inches, and in 1947, Fort Lauderdale saw an insane 81.20 inches.
This year’s rain season was still impressive though, as Fort Lauderdale managed to have its 8th rainiest day on record: June 12, when the city picked up 9.54 inches.
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Here's where it gets interesting. When you look at the numbers closely, it becomes clear that both Miami and Fort Lauderdale tend to see their biggest one-day rains outside of rainy season.
For instance, seven of Fort Lauderdale and Miami’s top 10 biggest rain days have occurred outside of rainy season.
There is an explanation for this. South Florida tends to see frontal boundaries stall out more often during the late fall and spring months. This setup has clearly lead to some big rain events.
The bottom line? It’s a good idea to always stay weather ready as big rain events can come at any time in South Florida.
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Air India flight diverts to Nunavut airport after online security threat
An Air India flight, en route from Delhi to Chicago, was diverted to Iqaluit International airport in Nunavut Tuesday morning following an online security threat.
Cash-starved Boeing, contending with massive financial losses from a crippling strike and years of operational and safety problems, is turning to major banks and Wall Street to raise tens of billions of dollars in cash.
In a regulatory filing early Tuesday, the company announced plans to borrow US$10 billion from a consortium of banks. It also separately announced plans to raise US$25 billion by selling stock and debt. The US$10 billion borrowing plans would be included in the US$25 billion that Boeing filed to raise.
The company’s debt surged in the last six years as Boeing reported core operating losses of more than US$33 billion. Its commercial airplane production has ground to a near halt by a month-long strike by 33,000 members of the International Association of Machinists.
Talks between Boeing and IAM broke down last week with no new negotiations planned. On Friday, Boeing’s new CEO Kelly Ortberg announced plans to cut 10% of its worldwide staff of 171,000 workers.
Boeing’s credit rating has plunged to the lowest investment-grade level – just above “junk bond” status – and major credit rating agencies have warned Boeing is in danger of being downgraded to junk. That would raise its cost of borrowing. Boeing’s long-term debt has climbed to US$53 billion at the end of June from US$10.7 billion at the end of March 2019, when a second fatal crash of the 737 Max led to a 20-month grounding of that plane, the company’s best-selling aircraft.
Over the last six years, Boeing has been buffeted by one problem after another, ranging from embarrassing to tragic. Two 737 Max crashes killed 346 people, a tragedy for which the company agreed to plead guilty to deceiving the Federal Aviation Administration during the certification process for the plane. A federal judge is considering whether or not to accept its plea agreement that would include up to US$487 million in fines and require it to operate under the supervision of a court-appointed monitor. Attorneys for families of the crash victims argued in court that the penalty is not severe enough.
Whistleblowers have testified before Congress that Boeing’s production process put profits ahead of safety and quality, violating the company’s own rules. That was driven home in January when a door plug blew off the side of a 737 Max flown by Alaska Airlines, leaving a gaping hole in the plane shortly after takeoff. While none of the crew members or passengers were severely injured, the incident prompted numerous federal investigations, including one that found the plane had left a Boeing factory without the four bolts needed to keep the door plug in place.
The strike by the IAM is just the latest blow. Last month, the company and union leadership agreed to a tentative deal that would have given union members a 25% raise over the four-year life of the contract, only to have the rank-and-file vote nearly unanimously to reject the deal and go on strike. Boeing’s offer to increase the raises to 30% over the life of the deal was also rejected by union negotiators.
Despite all of its problems, Boeing is able to borrow money from the consortium of banks and likely will be able to sell the stock and debt issues it needs on Wall Street because of the unique market position in which it operates. Boeing and European rival Airbus are essentially the only companies that make the full-size jets that the global airline industry needs. Its place as part of a duopoly essentially ensures its survival.
Both have backlogs of orders stretching for years into the future. And Airbus doesn’t have the capacity to take on Boeing’s orders. Should an airline cancel its orders for Boeing jets and place orders with Airbus instead, it would have to wait as many as five years for deliveries to start for those planes. And it would take years for another competitor to win approval for its own aircraft should it try to enter the market. So while Boeing has lost market share to Airbus in recent years, it isn’t going anywhere.
But the halt in production of its 737 Max, as well as its 767 and 777 freighters caused by the strike will create more cash flow problems for Boeing in the near-term, since it gets most of the money from the sale of a plane at the time of delivery. In addition, the company announced Friday that its already long-delayed 777X, the next generation of that widebody passenger jet, will be delayed further due to problems discovered during test flights. It is now not due to start deliveries until 2026.
An Air India flight, en route from Delhi to Chicago, was diverted to Iqaluit International airport in Nunavut Tuesday morning following an online security threat.
The chances of a half-percentage point interest rate cut by the Bank of Canada became more likely Tuesday after Statistics Canada reported the annual inflation rate fell to 1.6 per cent in September.
It will feel more like winter for some parts of Eastern Canada over the next few days, with single-digit highs and snow in the forecast.
Canada is listing the pro-Palestinian group Samidoun as a terrorist group, while the U.S. has added a Canadian citizen affiliated with the organization to its counter-terrorism list.
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Ontario Premier Doug Ford is revealing that he’s eagerly awaiting Taylor Swift’s upcoming stint in Toronto as part of her hyper-successful Eras Tour.
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SCRANTON, Pennsylvania -- Noir is a unique gothic bar and restaurant located in the historic Ritz Theater.
Inspired by a lifelong love of the macabre, owner Josh Balz says he "wanted a weirdo place where the weridos can hang outt."
The restaurant boasts a Victorian macabre aesthetic with taxidermy, dark flowers, and throne chairs and caters to a diverse clientelefrom punk rockers to attorneys.
Visitors can expect a world of dark elegance and whimsy which translates to the food and drinks.
Cocktails like the Re-Animator, is enhanced with dry ice to give it a bubbling cauldron effect.
The menu features inventive dishes, including cheesy dough skulls and a gourmet Holy Cow burger.
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Jesus Christ and the Founding of the Catholic Church: The Papacy, the Bible, and the Real Presence in the Eucharist
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The Catholic Church traces its origins directly to Jesus Christ, who founded the Church in 33 AD when He appointed Saint Peter as the first Pope, thereby establishing the papal office that continues to this day. As the Church grew, it was responsible for compiling the Bible in its entirety, a process that culminated in 382 AD under Pope Damasus I. While Protestantism, a significant branch of Christianity, did not emerge until the 16th century, the Catholic Church remains rooted in the ancient teachings of Christ, including the doctrine of His real presence in the Eucharist.
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10/15/2024 (27 minutes ago)
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Keywords: Catholic Church, Jesus Christ, History of Catholic Church, Jesus
Understanding the origins and the core teachings of the Catholic Church helps clarify its distinct role in Christian history and its foundational beliefs, especially regarding the papacy, the authority of Scripture, and the profound mystery of the Eucharist.
The Founding of the Catholic Church: Jesus Appoints Saint Peter
The Catholic Church holds firmly that it was founded by Jesus Christ Himself, as recorded in the Gospels. One of the key moments in this foundation is when Christ declared Peter as the head of His Church. In Matthew 16:18-19, Jesus says to Peter:
"And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it. I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven; whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven."
This passage is seen by Catholics as the moment when Christ establishes the Church on Peter, whose name means "rock," appointing him as the leader, or Pope, of the nascent Church. Peter's leadership as the first Pope is foundational to the Church's understanding of the papacy as a divinely instituted office, passed down in an unbroken line through Peter's successors.
The Catholic Church teaches that through the authority given to Peter, Jesus instituted a visible and structured Church, with the Pope as the spiritual leader of the universal Church. The Pope's role is to shepherd Christ's flock, ensure the preservation of the teachings of Jesus, and serve as the earthly representative of Christ's authority.
The Bible: A Catholic Book
Another key element of the Catholic Church's historical foundation is the Bible itself. The Bible is central to all Christian traditions, but it is important to remember that it was the Catholic Church that compiled and canonized the Bible as we know it today. The process of gathering and affirming the books of the Old and New Testaments took place over several centuries, and it was under the authority of the Church that the canon of Scripture was formalized.
In 382 AD, at the Synod of Rome, Pope Damasus I confirmed the canon of the Bible, identifying which books were divinely inspired and authoritative for Christian teaching. This list of books was reaffirmed at later Church councils, including the Councils of Hippo (393 AD) and Carthage (397 AD). These councils, guided by the Holy Spirit, discerned the books that should make up the Bible, based on their apostolic origins and consistent use in liturgical and doctrinal settings.
It's important to recognize that the Bible did not simply descend from heaven in its current formďż˝"it was entrusted to the Catholic Church to gather, preserve, and interpret. The Church's role in compiling the Bible underscores the Catholic belief that Scripture and Sacred Tradition are both essential to understanding the fullness of God's revelation. While Scripture is the inspired word of God, the Church holds that Tradition helps guide the proper interpretation of the Bible through the teaching authority, or Magisterium, of the Church.
Protestantism: A 16th Century Movement
Protestantism, which began in the 1500s, represents a break from the Catholic Church that had been the primary guardian of the Christian faith for over 1,500 years. The Protestant Reformation was initiated by figures like Martin Luther, John Calvin, and Huldrych Zwingli, who sought to reform perceived abuses within the Catholic Church. However, these reformers ultimately broke away from the Church, creating new Christian denominations.
One of the key theological disagreements between Protestant reformers and the Catholic Church was the role of Scripture and the authority of the Church. While Protestantism emphasized sola scriptura, or Scripture alone, as the basis of faith, the Catholic Church maintained that both Sacred Tradition and Scripture, interpreted by the Church's Magisterium, are necessary for a full understanding of the Christian faith.
Catholicism, with its apostolic succession, sacraments, and adherence to the teachings of Christ as passed down through the centuries, holds that the Catholic Church remains the Church that Christ founded, with an unbroken continuity from the time of the apostles.
The Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist
One of the most profound teachings of the Catholic Church, and one that distinguishes it from many Protestant denominations, is the belief in the real presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist. According to Catholic teaching, during the celebration of the Mass, the bread and wine become the actual Body and Blood of Jesus Christ through the process of transubstantiation.
This belief is rooted in Jesus' own words at the Last Supper:
"This is my body, which is given for you; do this in remembrance of me." (Luke 22:19)
And:
"Truly, truly, I say to you, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his blood, you have no life in you." (John 6:53)
For Catholics, the Eucharist is not merely symbolic but a sacrament in which Christ becomes physically present under the appearance of bread and wine. The real presence of Christ in the Eucharist is a mystery of faith that Catholics believe is based on Jesus' own promise. The Church teaches that when the priest, acting in the person of Christ, pronounces the words of consecration during the Mass, the substance of the bread and wine is transformed, even though their appearance remains unchanged.
The Eucharist is the "source and summit" of Catholic life, as it is the fullest expression of communion with Christ. By receiving the Body and Blood of Christ in the Eucharist, Catholics believe they are united with Jesus in a deeply intimate way, and they are spiritually nourished to live out their Christian mission in the world.
The Catholic Church's Unbroken Tradition
The Catholic Church, founded by Jesus Christ through Saint Peter, stands on the firm foundation of both Scripture and Tradition, carrying forward the teachings of Christ for over two millennia. The Church compiled the Bible, provided the continuity of apostolic leadership through the papacy, and has faithfully guarded the profound mysteries of the faith, including the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist.
While Protestantism did not emerge until the 1500s, the Catholic Church remains connected to the original apostolic foundation laid by Jesus Himself. For Catholics, the real presence of Jesus in the Eucharist, the authority of the Pope, and the sacredness of the Scriptures all stem from the Church that Christ instituted for the salvation of souls. This legacy continues today, inviting all believers into a deeper relationship with Christ through the Church He established.
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SAVE $51.99: Our favorite pair of headphones for pounding bass is down to $148 post-Prime Day. Score a pair of off-white Sony ULT headphones for $148 for 26% off.
We're still coming down from Amazon's October sale, Prime Big Deal Days. Last week, the retailer dropped prices on headphones, laptops, and far more. If you missed out on the sale frenzy, no worries because the deals never stop rolling in. Or to be accurate, some prices just never came back up. The Sony ULT headphones just happened to be one of those products.
One of our favorite pairs of headphones, the Sony ULTs deliver pounding bass that creates a surround sound experience. It's all about bass with Sony ULTs, as these headphones, like the rest with a special ULT line-up, come with a button that punctuates the bass to even higher levels. If you like bass — you will like these headphones.
Some other things to like about these headphones includes insane battery life that tops 30 hours with ANC and 50 hours without. Plus, compared to Sony's other headphones, these are already affordable starting at $199.99.
Currently, the Sony ULT headphones in off-white are down to $148, saving you $51.99 for 26% off. This is the lowest price ever on these headphones, and considering only one color way is still on sale, we know this deal won't last long.
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Stark map shows the UK seaside towns that will be underwater by 2050
Worryingly, these favourite seaside spots may cease to exist as early as 2050, say experts.
Rising sea levels across the UK pose a threat to our seaside towns - but which ones are most at risk?
From Norfolk to Northumberland and Somerset to Sussex, these coastal resorts are on the frontline of rising seas.
By 2080, 1.5million homes will be at risk of flooding say scientists who have warned the Environmental Audit Committee.
Global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions have already locked in a 17.5 to 52.4mm sea level rise by 2100, but the consequences for the UK could be severe long before then.
An interactive map produced by Climate Central – a US-based non-profit researching the impacts of global warming – shows that many of these places may well be engulfed by the waves as soon as 2050.
The areas most at risk are coastal and low-lying areas which are most at risk of flooding due to rising sea levels in the coming years.
Bude in Cornwall is to have its town centre reclaimed by the Atlantic. Lynmouth in North Devon and Weston-super-Mare in North Somerset are due to suffer a similar fate.
Other seaside spots across the UK are likely to suffer the same issue. For example, the seaside towns of Wales risk irreversible flooding. Most likely to be lost to the ocean are Aberaeron, Aberwystwyh, Fairbourne and Rhyl.
While the risk may not seem imminent now, the future of these much loved seaside towns remains uncertain and unlikely.
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But it’s not just the seaside towns that may lose their land to the sea - concerningly, the densely populated cities of Newport, Blackpool and Cardiff are also set to be impacted by rising sea levels. In the north, Merseyside’s Southport may also fall victim to the sea.
Welcoming his comments at the time, Jim Hall, professor of climate and environmental risks at Oxford University, said: “Even if the Environment Agency could afford to build coast protection everywhere – which they cannot – the things that many people cherish about the coast, like beaches and sand dunes, will eventually become submerged unless we start to plan now for how the coastline can adjust to rising sea levels.”
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(MENAFN- IANS) Kathmandu, Oct 15 (IANS) When she pulled on an Indian shirt for the first time in the pre-Olympics in Dhaka against Bangladesh in March 2011, few would have imagined that Ashalata Devi would take Indian women's football by storm in quite the way she has.
On Tuesday, October 15 , as the Indian National Senior Women's team arrived in the Nepal capital, Ashalata spoke of the two different emotions that have been playing in her mind.
“I am excited and happy that I will play my 100th game against Pakistan. The focus, however, will be on winning all the games and taking the trophy back home. This is the main dream and motive for coming to Nepal,” Ashalata told AIFF.
“I am looking forward to all the matches in the championship because it is an extremely important tournament to us. We already suffered a setback in the last SAFF, but it will be different this time,” said a determined Ashalata.
She wasn't far from the truth. In the 2022 edition, India, then considered the unconquered queen of SAFF, failed to defend the title. Although the last championship results didn't go in India's favour, Ashalata and her team remained resolute, knowing they would come back stronger.
“This is the sixth time I will play in SAFF. We were champions four times. I want to win this year's title for us because it's a special championship for me. We are determined to prove ourselves,” she said.
On arrival, Head Coach Santosh Kashyap said,“It's always a great pleasure and honour to be here in Nepal. I came twice as a player and enjoyed every moment. We are well prepared this time for the championship and will try to play entertaining and attacking football.”
Coach Kashyap is aware of the team's disappointment in the last edition but is confident of a good performance in the upcoming matches.
“The last edition was a bit disappointing, and I think you cannot always be the champions. So it's a part of the game. Sometimes setbacks happen and it happened last time. Every team is improving and trying to do their best. And that's all about competition. So we are well prepared this time and hope it will be a good show.
“I enjoy playing attacking football, and the team have adapted well during the last three weeks of the preparatory camp. The tournament will be highly competitive, as all the teams are performing admirably. I expect the matches to be interesting and competitive, something that everyone can enjoy.
The main thing is to win the championship,” said the head coach.
India are in Group A with Bangladesh and Pakistan, while Nepal are in Group B with Sri Lanka, Maldives, and Bhutan. The team just arrived in Nepal after a three-week camp in Goa.
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BlackRock Floating Rate Income Trust (NYSE:BGT – Get Free Report) was the target of a significant decrease in short interest in the month of September. As of September 30th, there was short interest totalling 89,300 shares, a decrease of 11.1% from the September 15th total of 100,400 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 112,200 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is presently 0.8 days.
BlackRock Floating Rate Income Trust Stock Down 1.6 %
Shares of BlackRock Floating Rate Income Trust stock traded down $0.21 during trading on Tuesday, reaching $12.90. 80,216 shares of the company were exchanged, compared to its average volume of 103,150. BlackRock Floating Rate Income Trust has a twelve month low of $11.23 and a twelve month high of $13.97. The business has a 50-day moving average price of $12.84 and a 200-day moving average price of $12.95.
BlackRock Floating Rate Income Trust Announces Dividend
The company also recently disclosed a monthly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, October 31st. Investors of record on Tuesday, October 15th will be issued a dividend of $0.1203 per share. This represents a $1.44 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 11.19%. The ex-dividend date is Tuesday, October 15th.
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BlackRock Floating Rate Income Trust Company Profile
BlackRock Floating Rate Income Trust is a close ended fixed income mutual fund launched by BlackRoack Inc The fund is co-managed by BlackRock Advisors, LLC and BlackRock Financial Management, Inc It invests in the fixed income markets across the globe while focusing on the United States. The fund invests in bonds of companies operating across diversified sectors.
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Shares of Sun Life Financial Inc. SLF closed at $57.44 on Monday, near its 52-week high of $58.51. This proximity underscores investor confidence. It has the ingredients for further price appreciation. The stock is trading above the 50-day and 200-day simple moving average (SMA) of $54.61 and $52.24, respectively, indicating solid upward momentum. SMA is a widely used technical analysis tool to predict future price trends by analyzing historical price data.
Earnings of the life insurer grew 5.4% in the last five years, better than the industry average of 4.6%. SLF has a solid surprise history. It has a solid track record of beating earnings estimates in three of the last four quarters while missing in one, the average being 1.76%.
Shares of SLF have gained 10.8% year to date compared with the industry’s growth of 24.8% and the Zacks S&P 500 composite’s return of 22%.
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Mixed Analyst Sentiment for SLF
Three of the six analysts covering the stock have raised estimates for 2024, and four analysts have raised the same for 2025 over the past 60 days. Two analysts have lowered the estimates for both 2024 and one has lowered the same for 2025.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2024 and 2025 earnings has moved up 1.2% and 1.5% in the past 60 days, reflecting analysts’ optimism.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2024 implies a 3.6% year-over-year increase.
Sun Life’s Favorable Return on Capital
Return on equity in the trailing 12 months was 17.4%, better than the industry average of 15.5%. This highlights the company’s efficiency in utilizing shareholders’ funds.
Also, the return on invested capital (ROIC) has been increasing over the last few quarters as the company raised its capital investment over the same time frame, reflecting SLF’s efficiency in utilizing funds to generate income. ROIC in the trailing 12 months was 0.7%, better than the industry average of 0.6%.
Factors Benefiting SLF
Sun Life’s focus on the emerging economies of Asia that are expected to provide higher returns and the North American markets bodes well for long-term growth. SLF has a strong presence in China, the Philippines, India, Hong Kong and Indonesia and also forayed into Malaysia and Vietnam. Contribution from Asia business to Sun Life’s earnings has increased to 21% over the last few years.
This third-largest insurer in Canada looks to be one of the top five players and remains focused on growing its voluntary benefits business. The life insurer is also improving its business mix and is thus shifting its growth focus toward products that block lower capital and offer more predictable earnings.
Sun Life Investment Management makes investments in private fixed-income mortgages and real estate. It invests in pension plans and other institutional investors. These are indicative of SLF’s efforts to strengthen Asset Management, which provides a higher return on equity, requires lower capital, sees lesser volatility and has the potential for an earnings upside.
Operational efficiency has been aiding Sun Life in building a strong capital position. The life insurer’s capital outlay includes a 40-50% dividend payout over the medium term.
SLF’s Expensive Valuation
The stock is overvalued compared to its industry. It is currently trading at a price-to-earnings multiple of 10.9, higher than the industry average of 8.7.
Shares of other insurers like Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated RGA, Primerica, Inc. PRI and Manulife Financial Corp MFC are also trading at a multiple higher than the industry average.
Conclusion
Sun Life's favorable growth estimates, focus on Asia operations, financial stability and favorable return on capital make it an attractive stock to retain for current investors.
Sun Life also has a VGM Score of B. Stocks with a favorable VGM Score are those with the most attractive value, best growth and most promising momentum compared with peers. Coupled with growing asset management businesses and the scale-up and integration of U.S. operations, the time appears right for potential investors to bet on this Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) insurer. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
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Air India flight diverts to Nunavut airport after online security threat
An Air India flight, en route from Delhi to Chicago, was diverted to Iqaluit International airport in Nunavut Tuesday morning following an online security threat.
The chances of a half-percentage point interest rate cut by the Bank of Canada became more likely Tuesday after Statistics Canada reported annual inflation fell to 1.6 per cent in September.
Economist Tu Nguyen of accounting and consultancy firm RSM Canada said she had expected the inflation rate to remain close to the central bank's two per cent target, where it was in August, for a few more months.
"This is one of the instances where I'm happy to be wrong," she said.
Nguyen said while the Bank of Canada has favoured a slow and gradual pace of 25-basis-point cuts each time, the inflation report raises the odds of a 50-basis-point reduction.
"It's clear that we are well behind the curve when it comes to rate cuts," she said.
The inflation report is the last major piece of economic data before the Bank of Canada’s interest rate decision on Oct. 23 when it will also update its economic forecasts in its monetary policy report.
It also came after stronger-than-expected job numbers for September that found the economy added 47,000 jobs as the unemployment rate fell to 6.5 per cent.
However, Nguyen said the jobs data has fluctuated a lot from month to month and "it seems like the September job report is the exception rather than the rule."
Statistics Canada said Tuesday lower gasoline prices were the main driver of the drop in the overall inflation rate for September as drivers paid less to fill up than they did last year.
Gasoline prices in September fell 10.7 per cent compared with a year earlier. Excluding gasoline, the annual pace of inflation was 2.2 per cent in September.
Royal Bank of Canada economist Claire Fan noted shelter costs are still growing at a faster rate comparing to the rest of the consumer basket.
"But the scope of price pressure outside of shelter has now normalized more fully to what it looked like before the pandemic," Fan wrote in a report.
Rent prices increased at a slower pace in the month but remained elevated as they rose 8.2 per cent compared with a year ago following a year-over-year gain of 8.9 per cent in August.
Mortgage interest costs in September were up 16.7 per cent compared with a year-over-year gain of 18.8 per cent a month earlier.
Statistics Canada said prices for food purchased from stores rose faster than headline inflation at 2.4 per cent in September, the same rate as in August. Prices for fresh or frozen beef gained 9.2 per cent, while edible fats and oils rose 7.8 per cent and eggs increased five per cent.
Prices for food purchased from restaurants rose 3.5 per cent compared with 3.4 per cent in August.
The Bank of Canada has cut its key interest rate three times so far this year to bring it to 4.25 per cent.
Governor Tiff Macklem has said it is reasonable to expect more interest rate cuts are coming, given the progress made on inflation, but the pace and timing of cuts will depend on the central bank's evaluation of the economic data.
In September, Macklem signalled a willingness to change the pace of cuts, if circumstances warrant.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Oct. 15, 2024.
An Air India flight, en route from Delhi to Chicago, was diverted to Iqaluit International airport in Nunavut Tuesday morning following an online security threat.
The chances of a half-percentage point interest rate cut by the Bank of Canada became more likely Tuesday after Statistics Canada reported the annual inflation rate fell to 1.6 per cent in September.
It will feel more like winter for some parts of Eastern Canada over the next few days, with single-digit highs and snow in the forecast.
Canada is listing the pro-Palestinian group Samidoun as a terrorist group, while the U.S. has added a Canadian citizen affiliated with the organization to its counter-terrorism list.
As Canada's decision to expel New Delhi's top envoy and five other diplomats makes front page news in India, International Trade Minister Mary Ng is trying to reassure Canadian businesses with ties to the country.
AP VoteCast, a sweeping survey of the U.S. electorate, tells the story of how Democrat Joe Biden won and Trump lost in 2020, and what those results could mean for the 2024 election.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is revealing that he’s eagerly awaiting Taylor Swift’s upcoming stint in Toronto as part of her hyper-successful Eras Tour.
The father of a 10-year-old girl found dead in her home in England fled to Pakistan and called U.K. police from there to say he had killed her, a jury heard Monday.
A child is dead after falling from a Winnipeg apartment building on Monday.
Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) Chef Paul Natrall, the man behind Indigenous food truck Mr. Bannock, is bringing cooking classes on First Nations fare to schools and offices throughout Metro Vancouver.
The Celtic Colours Festival is taking place at venues around Cape Breton Island in Nova Scotia from Oct. 11 to 19.
Sometimes love is written in the stars, but for one couple, it’s written in the aurora borealis.
Canadian hip hop artist Dillan King says running 100 marathons in 100 days was not only the hardest thing he has ever done, but the 'proudest accomplishment' of his entire life.
James Taylor never expected to be walking home with a bag full of groceries he didn't buy.
This weekend marks the fifth anniversary of a large blizzard that paralyzed Manitoba.
There was an eye-catching mix of rainbows and lightning over Vancouver following a brief downpour this week.
Jeff Warner from Aidie Creek Gardens in the northern Ontario community of Englehart has a passion for growing big pumpkins and his effort is paying off in more ways than one.
Saskatchewan’s Jessica Campbell has made hockey history, becoming the first ever female assistant coach in the National Hockey League (NHL).
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The massive new £836m electricity pipeline linking three beautiful islands in Europe
The switch to this system is expected to cut CO2 emissions by 905,000 tonnes per year due to a reduced reliance on fossil fuels.
The second electricity connection between the Spanish mainland and Majorca is projected to be up and running by 2030.
According to estimates by Red Eléctrica, this new connection will cost more than twice the amount of the first link established between Sagunto, Valencia, and Santa Ponsa in Majorca.
The budget for this project is set at £837.5 million (one billion euros), compared to the £351.7 million (420 million euros) for the initial connection.
Included in this figure are expenses for installing storage batteries on Menorca and Ibiza, as well as a synchro compensator to ensure network stability.
This connection will consist of three cables, stretching from Sagunto to Sa Ferradura in Alcudia, located on the Bay of Pollensa.
Once they reach land, they will continue to the Sant Martí substation near the Es Murterar power station in Alcudia, where a converter station will need to be constructed, similar to the one built in Santa Ponsa.
The required spacing between the three cables will be between 25 and 50 meters, though this distance will increase significantly at greater marine depths.
At its deepest point, the cables will reach 1,613 meters, with a separation of 750 meters between each one. Red Eléctrica, which oversees Spain's national electricity grid, estimates that these two interconnections will supply around 65 percent of the Balearic Islands' average annual electricity demand.
The switch to this system is expected to cut CO2 emissions by 905,000 tonnes per year due to a reduced reliance on fossil fuels, resulting in an annual saving of £124 million (149 million euros).
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Routing the connection to Alcudia has the advantage of utilising the existing onshore transmission network, eliminating the need for new infrastructure. The full length of this second link is planned to be 389.8 kilometres, significantly longer than the first link's 237 kilometres.
But both the planned entry point and the proposed land route have sparked considerable debate in Alcudia. There have been calls for the cable to make landfall in Puerto Alcudia (Bay of Alcudia) instead, as an underground high-tension cable already connects the port to the substation, laid some years back.
The opposition to the project mainly centres on concerns about natural heritage and public health. The Posidonia sea grass meadows, a protected underwater plant species, have been a significant factor in shaping the decision-making process.
Red Eléctrica claims to have selected a route that minimises the impact on the Posidonia, affecting only 974.5 square meters of this critical habitat.
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https://www.express.co.uk/news/world/1960125/electricity-pipeline-linking-spain-islands-majorca-menorca-ibiza
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AI Weather Reports and Weather Map are coming to more Pixel devices
- Google is finally bringing the new Pixel Weather app to older Pixel devices.
- The app is rolling out to Pixel 6 and newer devices with the October 2024 Pixel Feature Drop.
- It features a revamped interface, new widgets, AI Weather Reports, and a new Weather Map.
Google debuted a new weather app with the Pixel 9 series earlier this year. The app features a completely revamped interface and a host of new AI-powered tools. Previously, it was exclusive to Google’s latest flagship devices, but it’s finally reaching older models.
Google is rolling out the much-awaited Android 15 update for its Pixel devices. The update arrives alongside the October 2024 Pixel Drop that introduces new features in addition to the ones in the Android 15 update. These include Night Sight support for Instagram, Google’s new Theft Protection suite, Adaptive Vibration, and, of course, the Pixel Weather app.
In case you missed our exclusive first look at the Pixel Weather app, here’s a quick refresher. The app features a completely new minimal interface with a gradient background that changes to match the current weather conditions. A section with the current temperature, weather, and daily high/low occupies the top half of the screen followed by cards showing the hourly forecast and 10-day forecast.
Underneath the forecast cards, the app has widgets showing the wind speed and direction, sunrise and sunset times, AQI, visibility, UV index, humidity, and pressure. You can reposition these widgets and the 10-day forecast card, and customize the layout per your preference. The app also comes with redesigned weather widgets for your home screen to help you check the forecast at a glance.
In addition, the Pixel Weather app has a cool new Gemini-powered feature called AI Weather Report. It generates a summary of the weather and provides actionable insights to help you better prepare for the day ahead.
You also get a new Weather Map feature that shows the rain forecast for select cities across the US, EU, and the UK on a map. You can explore the rain forecast for nearby locations by moving around the map, and check out the eight-hour precipitation forecast for the locations if you’re planning a road trip.
Google is also adding a new Pollen Data Block in the app for some regions, including France, Germany, Italy, and the UK. With the added data, users can check pollen index levels, pollen types, and forecasts before stepping outside.
The new Pixel Weather app will be available globally on Pixel 6 and newer devices with the October 2024 Pixel Feature Drop. Google is also rolling it out to the Pixel Tablet. In case you don’t own a Pixel device and want to try the app, you can try sideloading the APK on any Android 14 device.
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https://www.androidauthority.com/pixel-weather-app-expansion-3490190/
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