Insurance Meets Innovation: How Sachin Srivastava is Revamping the IndustryWhile Manchester United's decision to dispense with the role of sporting director may be seen as a bold and unconventional move, it remains to be seen how the club will navigate the complexities of modern football without a designated figure in charge of player recruitment and development. With the January transfer window fast approaching, the pressure is on for the club to make astute decisions in the transfer market to bolster their squad and compete for silverware.
Furthermore, the decrease in gasoline prices has had a positive impact on consumers' purchasing power, allowing them to allocate more of their budget towards other goods and services. This increased disposable income could potentially stimulate consumer spending and drive economic activity in various sectors, from retail to entertainment and beyond.DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Rasheed Bello had 20 points in Purdue Fort Wayne's 87-81 victory over Drexel on Monday. Bello added eight assists for the Mastodons (4-2). Corey Hadnot II went 6 of 7 from the field (3 for 4 from 3-point range) to add 15 points. Jalen Jackson had 13 points and went 6 of 13 from the field. The Dragons (4-3) were led in scoring by Cole Hargrove, who finished with 19 points, 14 rebounds and four assists. Kobe Magee added 15 points and three steals for Drexel. Shane Blakeney finished with 12 points. Jackson scored nine points in the first half and Purdue Fort Wayne went into halftime trailing 37-35. Bello scored 15 second-half points. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .
In recent years, the concept of "lying flat" has gained traction among young people, advocating for a more laid-back approach to work and life. This trend has influenced various aspects of society, including how people approach saving and spending money. However, as the media reports indicate, the era of "lying flat" saving seems to be coming to an end, urging individuals to shift towards a more proactive and rational approach to consumption.Horoscopes
To illustrate his point, Ferdinand pointed to examples from his own playing days, where Sir Alex Ferguson, the legendary former manager of Manchester United, was known for his ruthless approach to underperforming players. Ferguson was not afraid to make tough decisions, even if it meant parting ways with popular or high-profile players. This uncompromising stance helped maintain a culture of excellence at the club and ensured that every player understood the importance of meeting the highest standards.Albany scores 24 4th-quarter points to overtake Hampton 41-34Mumbai, Nov 22 (PTI) ISRO chief S Somanath on Friday said there is potential for India to invest and work in microgravity research and added the space agency is talking to many stakeholders who are interested to work in this domain, including vaccine developers. Speaking at the Raksha Summit 2024 here, Somanath said there is huge interest in working on medical research connected with space and microgravity. There is going to be huge potential of research in the coming days, he said. “There is potential for India to invest and work in microgravity research in the coming days. We are talking to many of the stakeholders who are interested in working in this domain, including vaccine researchers and medical diagnostic equipment manufacturers,” Somanath said. He said the Department of Biotechnology and Department of Space have signed an MoU for biotechnology research into space which could be helpful in its human space flight project Gaganyaan. This will help in better understanding how the body reacts in microgravity, especially body fluids, he said. There is an issue with the equipment used in hospitals that are not built in India, he pointed out. Many of them have technologies that are amenable to be designed and developed in this country, he said, and asked why these things are not being built in large numbers in India. When ISRO began building rockets and satellites, it started buying components and elements from various sources and started assembling them in the country. Over a period of time it was able to work with the industry, convert many of the components as local produce like electronic parts, alloys, materials, connectors, chemicals, adhesives. Today 90 per cent are sourced from this country, he said. The ecosystem now feeds high technology domains like defence and aerospace. “Similar exercise needs to be done in healthcare and diagnostic and hospital equipment. They can be designed and built in large numbers to supply to markets existing in the country,” he said. He said the companies can tie up with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and then bring manufacturing into this country. Better innovation and cost reduction can be done in the country, he said. There is huge interest in working on medical research and connected with space and microgravity. This is going to be a huge potential of research in coming days, he said. PTI PR BNM This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content. var ytflag = 0;var myListener = function() {document.removeEventListener('mousemove', myListener, false);lazyloadmyframes();};document.addEventListener('mousemove', myListener, false);window.addEventListener('scroll', function() {if (ytflag == 0) {lazyloadmyframes();ytflag = 1;}});function lazyloadmyframes() {var ytv = document.getElementsByClassName("klazyiframe");for (var i = 0; i < ytv.length; i++) {ytv[i].src = ytv[i].getAttribute('data-src');}} Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() );Participants in the REU summer internship program at Bigelow Laboratory learn how to do oceanographic fieldwork on an educational research cruise aboard the R/V Bowditch in 2023. David Fields photo For climate scientists, the ocean’s temperature is of significant concern. As with most healthy systems, balance is critical; there are consequences if it’s too cold or warm. Researchers at the Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences have consistently observed a warming trend in the Gulf of Maine, resulting in the decline of vital aquatic organisms and kelp forests. If they can more accurately measure the Gulf of Maine’s warming rate, they can better predict the future impacts of climate change — at least, that’s the hope. For over 20 years, Bigelow’s Gulf of Maine North Atlantic Time Series (GNATS) has been used to validate satellite-based measurements of ocean color using on-the-water observations. When the program began in 1998, Senior Research Scientist Barney Balch led a team of scientists across the Gulf. Funded by NASA, primarily to confirm whether satellite data was providing an accurate account of conditions, the team gathered information on nutrient and carbon concentrations, optical properties such as ocean color, and details about the biological communities at the base of the food web. Sure enough, what was intended as a three-year research initiative evolved into a series used to explore the Maine coast’s dynamic past, present and future. Senior Research Scientist Catherine “Cath” Mitchell said the series is an example of how collecting data can have unexpected benefits later. She recently secured funding from NASA to resume annual research cruises from next year through 2027. The updated GNATS program will use the laboratory’s new research vessel, the R/V Bowditch, to enhance local research. “I’m excited about getting more collaborators involved,” Mitchell said. “If we can create opportunities for other scientists to take advantage of the fact that we’re already out there measuring these things, that would do wonders to advance the science of the Gulf of Maine.” The R/V Bowditch, docked at Bigelow Laboratory, is being adapted as part of the GNATS program to monitor changing conditions and validate satellite data in the Gulf of Maine. The instrument on the front is the radiometer the team uses to measure ocean color. Cath Mitchell photo David Drapeau, a team member since GNATS inception under Blarch’s leadership, said the program’s acronym is pronounced like the tiny, winged insect. “It follows the footsteps of two well-known programs in the oceanographic community,” said Drapeau, citing the Bermuda Atlantic Time Series (BATS) and the Hawaii Ocean Time Series (HOT). “It aims to validate satellite ocean color data, but one advantage of doing this work in our backyard is that we can study changes that emerge over time.” Reflecting on the team’s humble beginnings, Drapeau noted that 1998, the GNATS lab was housed in a 20-foot shipping container transported by truck. They worked on the Scotia Prince, a massive 500-foot vessel similar to a cruise ship, which he described as “ideal for data collection.” Given its size, it could handle rough seas and was relatively affordable — $400 for a group of three, compared to chartering a research vessel for a day, costing over $10,000. The ferry took a direct route from Portland to Nova Scotia, which the team continues to use today. Note, without necessary Coast Guard approvals for international work, the transect extends two-thirds of the way across the Gulf of Maine. “We took water samples every 18 miles along that line,” Drapeau said. “That was determined by the ferry’s speed, traveling at 18 knots, which allowed us an hour to process each sample.” GNATS has now upgraded to high-speed catamarans that travel up to 40 knots, shortening processing times to 20 minutes and the trip time in total. “Even as equipment and technology improve, we collect data using the same methods,” Drapeau said. “If our calibration becomes inconsistent, we won’t be able to accurately determine if the Gulf is warming. It’s no use if we’re comparing apples to oranges.” Senior Research Associate Dave Drapeau prepares the Bowditch before a shakedown cruise in August to test new instruments and protocols before beginning official data collection for GNATS in 2025. Cath Mitchell photo Fieldwork can be costly. When researchers secure a three-year grant, they are often allotted two or three cruises to collect water samples and measure site-specific phenomena. Given that limitation, Drapeau said it’s tough to document changes besides weather patterns, which vary annually. Proving climate change, for example, requires decades of data collection and analysis. That’s where time series come into play. Secondary to its funding goals, GNATS data has revealed shifts in the Gulf of Maine and subsequent implications. “There are two aspects to our work,” Drapeau said. “Routine measurements and the surprises we encounter.” Drapeau reflected on some cruises the team took last April. Unlike regular procedures, they towed nets, which, when they were extracted from the water, were covered in a thick brown substance comparable to mud. “We discovered a significant bloom of dinoflagellates, a type of phytoplankton,” Drapeau said. “The species itself wasn’t unusual, but to see such a large bloom at that time of the year was . Sure enough, other scientists and fishermen reported the phenomenon, and as a result, a small working group was formed to investigate further.” While that instance could have been seen just as “being out on the water,” he acknowledged other studies that, thanks to GNATS data, have been equally if not even more revelatory. Participants in the REU summer internship program at Bigelow Laboratory learn how to do oceanographic fieldwork aboard the R/V Bowditch in 2023. Collecting water samples, they sample everything from oxygen levels and bacteria counts to zooplankton populations. David Fields photo Oceanographic measurements between September 1998 and December 2010 were used to identify changes in the Gulf of Maine’s physical, chemical and biological characteristics in an article published in the Journal of Geophysical Research: Biogeosciences. GNATS samples collected during extreme precipitation (four of the eight wettest years of the last century) between 2005 and 2010 reflected a notable decline in the amount and productivity of phytoplankton. The study found that stratification occurred, isolating the surface water from the bottom water and reducing the exchange of nutrients between organisms. This was reflected in the ocean color data, which appeared yellower than usual. Findings indicate that precipitation, particularly river discharge, influence the productivity of the Gulf; colored dissolved organic matter and detrital material compete with phytoplankton for light absorption. “More definitive conclusions can be drawn from time series,” said Drapeau, referencing another article published by the Inter-Research Science Center. “Our analysis of GNATS data revealed that the ocean’s surface was cooling in the spring but warming in the other seasons. This trend coincides with a decline in primary production, associated with changes in chlorophyll, particulate organic carbon, temperature and residual nitrate levels.” In layman’s terms, the report suggests that factors beyond weather are contributing to the observed changes, linking the warming phenomenon to saline North Atlantic Slope water entering the Gulf of Maine. “Analyzing an ecosystem is complicated,” Drapeau said. “Looking at a snapshot isn’t enough. It’s important to contextualize time series by supplementing it with data from other projects. This is especially relevant in our case, as studying a transect on a moving vessel has its complications.” The research team managing GNATS now includes Research Associate Sunny Pinkham (left) and Research Technician Brynn Presler-Marshall (right). On the shakedown cruise in August, the team was joined by former Bigelow Laboratory staff previously involved in the program, including Bruce Bowler (center). Farley Miller photo As it nears its 25th anniversary, the GNATS program has completed 217 Gulf of Maine crossings with over 50 scientists on its team (at one point or another). Transitioning from the Scotia Prince to the 48-foot R/V Bowditch has required adjustments, including bumpier rides and more frequent refueling. However, as Drapeau likes to say, “With change comes advantages.” Collecting ocean color data requires sunlight, and weather can be finicky. Now, the new vessel allows the team to adapt to the forecast. “We don’t have to load up our mobile laboratory and drive to some faraway port anymore,” Mitchell said. “We can just drive down the hill to our dock. It makes it much easier to jump on the boat quickly and go when the conditions are right.” The setup has also encouraged the team to rethink how science can improve the program, such as enhancing sample collection and updating instrument software. In August, the team launched its first “shakedown” cruise, setting the stage for future research. Bruce Bower and Jelena Godrijan, two scientists who, like Drapeau, had previously participated in the program under Balch’s leadership, returned to assist with the expedition. “It’s hard to know what might come next,” Drapeau said. “But if there’s a time to learn more about the Gulf of Maine, it’s now.” Comments are not available on this story. Send questions/comments to the editors.
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The 100-Index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) turned around to bullish trend on Thursday, gaining 1,781.94 points, a positive change of 1.87 percent, closing all time high at 97,328.40 points as compared to 95,546.46 points on the last trading day. A total of 969,907,357 shares were traded during the day as compared to 1,138,411,946 shares the previous trading day, whereas the price of shares stood at Rs 35.167 billion against Rs. 37.481 billion on the last trading day. As many as 457 companies transacted their shares in the stock market, 249 of them recorded gains and 167 sustained losses, whereas the share price of 41 companies remained unchanged. The three top trading companies were WorldCall Limited with 95,563,962 shares at Rs 1.38 per share, Pace (Pak) Limited with 51,499,190 shares at Rs 5.81 per share and Kohinoor Spinning with 48,260,119 shares at Rs.8.40 per share. Pakistan Services Limited witnessed a maximum increase of Rs.80.17 per share price, closing at Rs 882.84, whereas the runner-up was Haleon Pakistan Limited with Rs 80.13 rise in its per share price to Rs 882.45. Rafhan Maize Products Company Limited witnessed a maximum decrease of Rs 137.27 per share closing at Rs Nestle Pakistan followed by Services Industries Limited with Rs 74.86 decline to close at Rs 6,616.31. Separately, Major stock markets diverged and the dollar was mixed Thursday as traders weighed escalating tensions in the Russia-Ukraine war. Bitcoin extended its surge, as the world’s biggest cryptocurrency struck a record high of over $98,000. Oil prices rallied “as geopolitical tensions outweighed concerns over rising US crude supplies”, noted Matt Britzman, senior equity analyst, Hargreaves Lansdown. “Geopolitical fears have also sent gold higher in recent sessions... as investors look for some safety as Russia-Ukraine tensions escalate,” he added. Kyiv accused Russia of launching an intercontinental ballistic missile attack at Ukraine for the first time on Thursday but without a nuclear warhead in a new escalation of the conflict. Awaiting Wall Street’s reopening, Asian and European stock markets travelled in different directions as blockbuster earnings late Wednesday from US chip titan Nvidia smashed forecasts but fell short of investor hopes. A driver of artificial-intelligence transitioning by companies, Nvidia’s market value has rocketed 200 percent over the last year to become the world’s-richest company. But its stock fell in after-hours trading. “The negative market reaction to Nvidia’s results suggests investors are now focusing on the minutiae rather than the big picture,” noted Dan Coatsworth, investment analyst at AJ Bell. “That’s a natural evolution as the more people zoom in on a company, the more they learn about it, and the more granular detail they want.” Elsewhere on the corporate front, shares in Indian conglomerate Adani Group tanked after US prosecutors charged its industrialist owner Gautam Adani with handing out more than $250 million in bribes for key contracts. Flagship operation Adani Enterprises dived almost 20 percent, while several of its subsidiaries — from coal to media businesses — lost between 10 and 20 percent. On the upside, bitcoin closed in on $100,000 having soared since Donald Trump was elected US president in early November. “The bitcoin boom shows no signs of slowing, with the crypto king... edging closer to the coveted six-figure milestone,” added analyst Britzman. Trump’s “return to the White House is fuelling hopes of a more crypto-friendly federal stance”, he said.As the transition of power gets underway, it will be important for all parties involved to maintain open lines of communication and continue to work together towards a shared vision for the future of Syria. This will require a commitment to dialogue, compromise, and a willingness to put the interests of the country and its people above all else.
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SAN JOSE – The San Jose Sharks activated center Nico Sturm off injured reserve Monday and made room for him on the 23-man roster by loaning defenseman Jack Thompson to the AHL’s San Jose Barracuda. The transactions mean that the Sharks, at the moment, are carrying 14 forwards, six defensemen and three goalies in Mackenzie Blackwood, Vitek Vanecek and rookie Yaroslav Askarov. Sturm’s return to the Sharks’ active roster was believed to be imminent after he showed signs of improvement last week and practiced with the team on Sunday. He also took part in the Sharks’ morning skate on Monday, when he was officially considered a game-time decision by coach Ryan Warsofsky. The Sharks play the Los Angeles Kings on Monday night in the second game of a four-game homestand. Warsofsky said he had a few players who were “nicked up” and considered game-time decisions, although it would be a surprise not to see Sturm, a mainstay as the Sharks’ fourth-line center, play against the Kings. Sturm, who was injured in the Sharks’ game against the New York Rangers, is the Sharks’ faceoff leader by percentage and is one of the team’s leading penalty killing forwards. Please check back for updates to this story.In a groundbreaking development in the field of quantum computing, Google's research team at Willow has achieved a significant milestone by completing a computation that would have taken a traditional supercomputer 10^25 years to finish, in just 5 minutes. This achievement marks a crucial leap forward in quantum error correction, a key area of focus in the advancement of quantum computing technology.
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EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — Los Angeles Chargers running back J.K Dobbins is unlikely to play against the Atlanta Falcons this week because of a knee injury. Dobbins was hurt in the first half of the Chargers’ 30-23 loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Monday night. He had six carries for 40 yards and three catches for 19 yards before leaving the game. Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh declined to get into specifics of the injury Wednesday, other than confirming Dobbins is “working through something with his knee,” he said. Dobbins had been putting together a strong first season for the Chargers (7-4) after his past three years in Baltimore had been injury-riddled. He has 766 yards rushing and eight touchdowns through 11 games for Los Angeles, which had positioned Dobbins as a strong candidate for AP Comeback Player of the Year. Dobbins tore his Achilles tendon in the 2023 season opener for Baltimore. He also tore his ACL in 2021, and the effects of that injury lingered into the following season. Dobbins played in just 24 of a possible 67 regular-season games for the Ravens, who drafted him in the second round in 2020. “We feel horrible for him,” quarterback Justin Herbert said. “He’s such a tough, tough teammate, and the way he’s fought through so many injuries, we have no doubt he’s going to be back better than ever. And so it’s up to us. It’s our responsibility to hold it down while he’s gone.” The absence of Dobbins leaves Gus Edwards, Hassan Haskins and rookie Kimani Vidal as the Chargers’ current options at running back. Edwards missed four games because of a high ankle sprain and has 206 yards and one touchdown in seven appearances. Haskins has mostly been a special teams contributor, while Vidal has been inactive for seven games, including each of the past three. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFL
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — Tafara Gapare scored 19 points, freshman Derik Queen had 15 points and eight rebounds and Maryland beat Bucknell 91-67 on Wednesday night. Maryland opened the game on a 15-2 run, extended it to 25-7 with 10:38 left and led 51-28 at the break. The Terrapins led by at least 16 points the entire second half, which included runs of 12-0 and 9-0. Gapare scored the 10 straight points during the second-half run. Gapare threw down a highlight dunk while being fouled with 2:08 remaining to give Maryland an 89-62 lead. He was called for a technical foul after stepping over Patrick O’Brien, who was attempting to take a charge. Jayden Williams made the two free throws for Bucknell and Gapare missed his free-throw attempt that would have tied his career high of 20 points. Maryland (6-1) has won 20 consecutive home games against unranked nonconference foes with its last loss coming on Dec. 1, 2021, against Virginia Tech in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge. Julian Reese added 14 points and Selton Miguel scored 13 for Maryland. Gapare, a Georgia Tech transfer, reached double-figure scoring as a Terp for the first time. The Terrapins shot 50% from the field with three 3-pointers apiece by Gapare and Miguel. Ruot Bijiek led Bucknell (4-4) with 20 points and Josh Bascoe added 10. The Bison turned it over 20 times leading to 22 Maryland points. Maryland stays at home to play Alcorn State on Sunday. Bucknell returns home to play Siena on Saturday. ___ Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP college basketball: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-basketball-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-basketball
