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Skating smiles as Jonas Brodin and Mats Zuccarello return to practiceEAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield embarrassed the woeful Giants with his arm and legs, and if that wasn't enough, he rubbed it in by mimicking New York fan favorite Tommy DeVito's celebratory dance after scoring a touchdown. Mayfield catapulted into the end zone on a spectacular 10-yard scramble for one of Tampa Bay's four rushing TDs, and the Buccaneers beat the Giants and new starting quarterback DeVito 30-7 on Sunday, snapping a four-game losing streak and extending New York's skid to six. With both teams struggling and coming off byes, most of the focus leading up to the game was on the Giants' decisions this week to bench and then release quarterback Daniel Jones. The brash DeVito was given the starting job and asked to spark coach Brian Daboll's team, as he did last season. Instead, Mayfield provided the energy with his play and his trolling of DeVito. “Tribute to Tommy,” said a straight-faced Mayfield, who was 24 of 30 for 294 yards. “He’s a good dude, that’s why. Most of the times, I don’t know what I’m going to do. It’s spontaneous.” Mayfield was asked several times about the gesture and admitted he wanted to give Giants fans something they liked, adding he met DeVito at the Super Bowl in Las Vegas in February. “He had his chain blinged out, swag walking through the casino. It was awesome,” Mayfield said. “It was like a movie scene, honestly.” DeVito did nothing to help the NFL's lowest-scoring offense. He threw for 189 yards, mostly in the second half with New York well on its way to its sixth straight loss at home, where it is winless. Meanwhile, the Buccaneers dominated in every phase in a near-perfect performance that featured TD runs of 1 yard by Sean Tucker, 6 yards by Bucky Irving and 1 yard by Rachaad White. After recent losses to the Ravens, 49ers and Chiefs, Tampa Bay (5-6) moved within one game of idle Atlanta in the NFC South. “We’re hoping it builds confidence,” Mayfield said. “We have a belief that we are still sitting and controlling our own destiny.” Tampa Bay scored on five of its on first six possessions to open a 30-0 lead, and none was more exciting than Mayfield's TD run with 12 seconds left in the first half. On a second-and-goal from the 10, he avoided pressure and went for the end zone. He was hit by Cor'Dale Flott low and Dru Phillips high around the 2-yard line, and he was airborne when he crossed the goal line. The ball came loose when he hit the turf but he jumped up and flexed, DeVito-style, as the Bucs took a 23-0 lead. DeVito said players talked about the celebration in the locker room but he did not see it. Daboll was asked about the gesture and said Mayfield played well. He said the Giants' poor performance had nothing to do with Jones being released. “No excuse on that,” said Daboll, whose job is on the line despite making the playoffs in 2022. “We just didn’t do a good enough job.” “We played soft, and they beat the (expletive) out of us,” defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence added. Mayfield's favorite target Mike Evans returned to the lineup after missing three games with a hamstring injury and had five catches for 68 yards. Irving had 87 yards rushing and six catches for 64 yards. The Bucs held New York to three first downs and 45 yards in the first half, and they finished with 450 yards to the Giants' 245. DeVito had a 17-yard run in the fourth quarter to set up a 1-yard touchdown run by Devin Singletary. The brash New Jersey native was sacked four times, including once in the fourth quarter, which forced him to go to the bench for one play. Buccaneers: LT Tristan Wirfs (knee) did not play and Justin Skule replaced him. ... Tampa Bay lost OLB Joe Tryon-Shoyinka to an ankle injury in the second quarter and safety Jordan Whitehead to a pectoral injury in the fourth quarter. Giants: LT Jermaine Eluemunor (quad) and OLB Azeez Ojulari (toe) were hurt in the first quarter and did not return. Buccaneers: At Carolina next Sunday. Giants: At Dallas on Thanksgiving AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl

Kingsview Wealth Management LLC lessened its stake in shares of First Solar, Inc. ( NASDAQ:FSLR – Free Report ) by 35.3% in the 3rd quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The firm owned 1,022 shares of the solar cell manufacturer’s stock after selling 557 shares during the period. Kingsview Wealth Management LLC’s holdings in First Solar were worth $255,000 as of its most recent SEC filing. A number of other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also bought and sold shares of FSLR. AlphaMark Advisors LLC bought a new stake in First Solar during the 3rd quarter worth approximately $25,000. Strengthening Families & Communities LLC bought a new stake in shares of First Solar during the 3rd quarter valued at $25,000. Kennebec Savings Bank purchased a new position in shares of First Solar during the 3rd quarter valued at $29,000. Atlas Capital Advisors LLC boosted its holdings in First Solar by 411.1% in the 2nd quarter. Atlas Capital Advisors LLC now owns 138 shares of the solar cell manufacturer’s stock worth $31,000 after buying an additional 111 shares during the period. Finally, Summit Securities Group LLC purchased a new stake in First Solar in the 2nd quarter worth $36,000. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 92.08% of the company’s stock. First Solar Price Performance Shares of FSLR opened at $199.27 on Friday. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.05, a quick ratio of 1.44 and a current ratio of 2.14. The company has a 50 day moving average price of $208.94 and a 200-day moving average price of $225.35. First Solar, Inc. has a fifty-two week low of $135.88 and a fifty-two week high of $306.77. The stock has a market capitalization of $21.33 billion, a PE ratio of 17.16, a PEG ratio of 0.34 and a beta of 1.48. Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades Several equities analysts have recently commented on the company. Hsbc Global Res upgraded First Solar to a “strong-buy” rating in a research report on Wednesday, October 9th. Citigroup raised First Solar from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating and boosted their price target for the stock from $200.00 to $254.00 in a report on Tuesday, October 22nd. Susquehanna cut their price objective on shares of First Solar from $280.00 to $252.00 and set a “positive” rating for the company in a report on Wednesday, October 30th. Royal Bank of Canada lowered their target price on shares of First Solar from $315.00 to $280.00 and set an “outperform” rating on the stock in a report on Wednesday, October 30th. Finally, Piper Sandler dropped their target price on shares of First Solar from $245.00 to $210.00 and set an “overweight” rating for the company in a research report on Friday, November 22nd. Four equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating, twenty-three have issued a buy rating and one has issued a strong buy rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, the company currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $279.04. View Our Latest Stock Analysis on FSLR About First Solar ( Free Report ) First Solar, Inc, a solar technology company, provides photovoltaic (PV) solar energy solutions in the United States, France, Japan, Chile, and internationally. The company manufactures and sells PV solar modules with a thin film semiconductor technology that provides a lower-carbon alternative to conventional crystalline silicon PV solar modules. Further Reading Want to see what other hedge funds are holding FSLR? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for First Solar, Inc. ( NASDAQ:FSLR – Free Report ). Receive News & Ratings for First Solar Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for First Solar and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .Ahmedabad: The Gujarat state GST department uncovered tax evasion of Rs 3.53 crore following a series of searches on Nov 16. These investigations targeted businesses in Ahmedabad, Waghai in Dang district, and Nadiad, focusing on sales without invoices in the business-to-consumer (B2C) sector. Probe at a salon in Nadiad revealed hidden sales and underreporting of tax liability. The business, operating under the composition scheme, was unlawfully levying and collecting tax separately. These activities led to a tax liability exceeding Rs 53 lakh. In Ahmedabad, two battery dealers were found to be importing batteries and selling them locally without issuing invoices. Unaccounted stock and sales showed a tax liability of over Rs 92 lakh. Investigation into four tobacco dealers in Waghai detected tax evasion of approximately Rs 2.08 crore.

Orlando City 1, Atlanta 0MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — The Miami Dolphins were ready to deal veteran defensive tackle Calais Campbell to the Baltimore Ravens ahead of the Nov. 5 trade deadline until Mike McDaniel stepped in. “I may or may not have thrown an adult temper tantrum,” Miami's coach said, confirming the news first reported by NFL Network Sunday morning. The Dolphins were 2-6 and had lost three straight at that point. They'd played four uninspired games without their starting quarterback, going 1-3 after Tua Tagovailoa went on injured reserve on Sept. 17 with a concussion. Campbell would have had a chance to rejoin the contending Ravens, and Miami would have received a 2026 fifth-round pick in return, NFL Network reported. McDaniel argued that Campbell was too valuable to lose. “I was happy that they brought me into the conversations," Campbell said after Miami's 34-15 win over the New England Patriots . “They didn't have to say anything to me at all. We had a really good conversation about what we think about this team, where we are. We felt like we had a good shot to get back into the fight.” Added McDaniel: “I think it wasn’t like it was (GM) Chris (Grier) versus me. ... That’s the tricky thing about Chris’ job is he has to look long-term and short-term at the same time, what’s the best for the organization.” Campbell, a 17-year veteran, signed with the Dolphins after playing for Atlanta last season. Players and coaches have praised the 38-year-old's contributions on the field and in the locker room. “There’s no one’s game I’ve come to respect more than Calais up front on the D-line,” defensive tackle Zach Sieler said, “being with him this year and just the energy, the attitude and the mindset he brings every week. It can’t be matched, and that’s the reason why he is who he is today and doing what he’s doing at 17 years.” Campbell leads the team with four sacks. With back-to-back sacks in Weeks 10 and 11, he became the eighth player 38 or older to record sacks in consecutive games since the 1970 merger. He also has nine tackles for loss, giving him at least five tackles for loss in 15 of his 17 seasons. He played for Baltimore from 2020-2022, totaling 11 sacks and 113 tackles. “I think he means a great deal to not only the defensive line room, but the entire defense as well as the entire team,” McDaniel said earlier this week. “It’s rare for a guy to get here when he did, and then be voted, with such conviction, captain. I think the way that he operates to be a pro, I think has had a substantial impact on a lot of players that hadn’t been fortunate enough to be around someone with sustained success like he’s had.” The Dolphins have won three straight games since the deadline. Miami's defense held the Patriots scoreless until the fourth quarter on Sunday. Campbell broke down the team's pregame huddle as he has done before most games this season. He was also seen coaching up rookie linebacker Chop Robinson, who is always seeking pointers from the six-time Pro Bowler. “My job is to speak on behalf of what’s the best thing for the 2024 Dolphins,” McDaniel said. “I’m just fortunate to work in an organization where myself and the GM can be transparent and work together. “And he didn’t want to see any more adult temper tantrums.” AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFL

The Gibson family have farmed merino sheep at Malvern Downs in Central Otago since 1924. PHOTOS: ODT FILES / SUPPLIED / SALLY RAE The Gibson family, of Malvern Downs, marked 100 years on the Tarras property with a celebration at the weekend. Rural editor Sally Rae talks to remarkable nonagenarian Bill Gibson about the tenure. He is without doubt the elder statesman of the merino industry. At 96 and as sharp as the proverbial tack, the gentleman that is Bill Gibson reflects that he has been lucky. But in return, the fine-wool industry has been fortunate to have such a passionate and respected ambassador for the breed. On Saturday, Bill returned to his old home Malvern Downs, now run by his son Robbie, to celebrate the family’s centennial on the Tarras property. The milestone was marked with a gathering of family, friends and those with connections to the farming operation which is synonymous with quality merino sheep. The many prize ribbons won over the years by Malvern Downs merinos were on display, reflecting the successes in the show ring. Reflecting on the centennial, both father and son paid tribute to their respective mother and grandmother, saying without her the property might not have remained in Gibson family ownership. While the official anniversary was in April this year, that was a busy time but Robbie Gibson said they got thinking about it and decided it was an occasion worth celebrating. And as Bill Gibson began sorting through old photographs and memorabilia at his Wānaka home, his enthusiasm for such an event became infectious. Malvern Downs, near the Tarras township, was part of the massive Morven Hills station, in the Lindis Pass, until 1880 when it was subdivided and owned by John McRae. In 1910, R. K. Smith — who had managed Morven Hills since 1906 — bought the property which was then known as Beauly Farm. It was renamed Malvern Downs by his wife Elizabeth. He owned large tracts of land in the district but sold it all in 1924. Hector Gibson — Bill’s father — had previously bought Morven Hills with his friend and mustering mate George Henderson in 1916, the pair then promptly went off to serve in World War 1. Both returned from the war. Hector married in 1925 but, 13 years later, his wife Eileen was widowed when he died from a blood clot. As well as caring for two children — Bill was 9 when his father died — she cooked for three men without electricity and had a large landholding with a huge mortgage. "When my father died, she could have got up, sold the two properties and moved away to town and I’d be sweeping the streets today," Bill said. "She could have come out of it but thank God she hung on and that’s why we’re here today." Managers were employed and there was one who Bill remembered as being very kind but knew nothing about stud merinos. The oldest merino stud in Otago, Malvern Downs was established by Hector in 1924 with the purchase of 204 ewes, 14 ewe lambs, 57 ram lambs and three rams from R. K. Smith. Bill came home from school, admitting he also knew nothing about stud merinos, and the manager allowed him to mate the ewes at Malvern Downs in 1945. He continued to mate the ewes every year until Robbie took over in 1980. In 1949, Bill went to Australia to work as a jackaroo at Boonoke, near Narrandera in southern New South Wales. It was the world’s largest merino stud, selling 10,500 rams at that time. It was a great experience for the young farmer, particularly given the scale and the prominence of the operation. Bill recalled loading a road-train with other jackaroos with 1700 rams. "From a little dunghill here in Tarras, to that, was so different," he said. It was also where he encountered poll merino sheep. The story was that stud master Otway Falkiner — one of Australia’s great sheep breeders — returned from the Royal Sydney Show in 1935 and commented that if horns could be bred off Hereford cattle, then he could breed them off merino rams. Returning to New Zealand, Bill wrote to Mr Falkiner in 1950, wanting to buy a ram. He still has the type-written reply, in which the great studmaster said how he had picked "a very nice sheep" to be shipped to New Zealand and transported on to Tarras. He added they were having a very good season at Boonoke, having broken all previous records — selling 12,041 rams for the 12 months. While their wool sold well, they had struck a bad sale at Melbourne and the price had gone up about 25% since. They had 2500 bales of wool and must have lost about £75,000 (about $NZ5.1m today) — "a nice cheque" as he wrote. As it was, they got paid £144,000. That year, Bill registered New Zealand’s first poll merino stud, the start of poll merinos in the country. He recalled how it was a "pretty hard road to hoe" to start with as most high country farmers looked at a merino — "and he had to have horns". But now there were more poll studs than horned — "the pendulum has swung", he said. Bill took over running Malvern Downs in 1953, the same year he married Frances (nee Jenkins), his wife of 71 years who was brought up on nearby Cluden Station. His late sister Madge married Max Snow and the couple ran Morven Hills. Rams had been bred at Malvern Downs before the property was known as Malvern Downs and Bill recalled how he was "so determined" to continue breeding sheep because his father did it before him. Despite being young when his father died, he did have some memories of Hector and recalled that he was a "bit of a trick". He had a dog called Pierrot and in his own decades as secretary of the Tarras Collie Club, Bill had never heard of a dog called that. He also had a ram called Bushwhacker. It was a pity his father had not lived longer; his son believed the war caught up on him. He had bad legs, no doubt caused by being in the trenches in France. The Gibson family’s association with the famed Merryville merino stud in Australia dated back to Bill’s trip across the Tasman in 1949. In 1954, Bill wrote to Walter Merriman — knighted that same year for his services to the Australian wool industry — and described what sort of ram he would like to buy. The ram duly arrived and was named Sir Frances, after his wife. Sir Walter started the Merryville stud in 1903 with a small flock of sheep from the Ravensworth stud founded by his father George in 1865. The Merryville sheep were a type that did well in Otago and the stud’s bloodlines remained in New Zealand. Wal Merriman — grandson of Sir Walter — attended the Malvern Downs celebration at the weekend. Bill’s accolades in the sector have been many — from a Royal Agricultural Society medal to an MBE for services to agriculture and the merino industry, and the Heather Perriam Memorial Trophy He has judged five times in Australia but one of his greatest highlights was being asked to judge at the World Merino Conference in South Africa. Another highlight was to win all three merino ram championships — for fine, medium and strong micron sheep — at The Christchurch Show in 1964, 1965 and 1969, the three-peat never being repeated since. While there was "a bit of work" involved in showing, Bill also had a lot of fun exhibiting his sheep and met a lot of people. "While you’re also all opposition ... at the end of the day, you go and have a beer with them. That, to me, is stud breeding," he said. "With showing, you take the good with the bad. Sometimes you win with a sheep you don’t expect, you’ve got to be able to take it if you get beaten." The Gibson family were stalwarts of the Wānaka A&P Show and Bill was delighted to see the enduring popularity of the show which draws thousands of visitors to the town every year. Bill acknowledged the young men who had worked at Malvern Downs over the years, arriving from studying at Lincoln and Telford. Then there was the South African lad whose father was a merino breeder who visited Malvern Downs and, prior to leaving, asked Bill if he would take his son for a season. The father later told Bill "I sent you a monkey and you sent me back a man". "I was very pleased with that," Bill reflected. From driving two horses pulling a mower when he first left school, to the later advances in technology, Bill had seen many changes during his life. One of his interests had been making walking sticks, using the horns from merinos. He made about 10 a year for 30 years and added to his own collection every time he went overseas. He was a life member of the Scottish Stick-Makers Association. The years on the farm had been "wonderful". "We had good years and bad years, just like any other farming" — and it had been a "great journey". "I’m a lucky fellow," he said. sally.rae@odt.co.nz

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