NEW YORK (AP) — No ex-president had a more prolific and diverse publishing career than Jimmy Carter . His more than two dozen books included nonfiction, poetry, fiction, religious meditations and a children’s story. His memoir “An Hour Before Daylight” was a Pulitzer Prize finalist in 2002, while his 2006 best-seller “Palestine: Peace Not Apartheid” stirred a fierce debate by likening Israel’s policies in the West Bank to the brutal South African system of racial segregation. And just before his 100th birthday, the Dayton Literary Peace Prize Foundation honored him with a lifetime achievement award for how he wielded “the power of the written word to foster peace, social justice, and global understanding.” In one recent work, “A Full Life,” Carter observed that he “enjoyed writing” and that his books “provided a much-needed source of income.” But some projects were easier than others. “Everything to Gain,” a 1987 collaboration with his wife, Rosalynn, turned into the “worst threat we ever experienced in our marriage,” an intractable standoff for the facilitator of the Camp David accords and winner of the Nobel Peace Prize. According to Carter, Rosalynn was a meticulous author who considered “the resulting sentences as though they have come down from Mount Sinai, carved into stone.” Their memories differed on various events and they fell into “constant arguments.” They were ready to abandon the book and return the advance, until their editor persuaded them to simply divide any disputed passages between them. “In the book, each of these paragraphs is identified by a ‘J’ or an ‘R,’ and our marriage survived,” he wrote. Here is a partial list of books by Carter: “Keeping Faith: Memoirs of a President” “The Blood of Abraham: Insights into the Middle East” (With Rosalynn Carter) “Everything to Gain: Making the Most of the Rest of Your Life” “An Outdoor Journal: Adventures and Reflections” “Turning Point: A Candidate, a State, and a Nation Come of Age” “Always a Reckoning, and Other Poems” (With daughter Amy Carter) “The Little Baby Snoogle-Fleejer” “Living Faith” “The Virtues of Aging” “An Hour Before Daylight: Memories of a Rural Boyhood” “Christmas in Plains: Memories” “The Hornet’s Nest: A Novel of the Revolutionary War” “Our Endangered Values: America’s Moral Crisis” “Faith & Freedom: The Christian Challenge for the World” “Palestine: Peace Not Apartheid” “A Remarkable Mother” “Beyond the White House” “We Can Have Peace in the Holy Land: A Plan That Will Work” “White House Diary” “NIV Lessons from Life Bible: Personal Reflections with Jimmy Carter” “A Call to Action: Women, Religion, Violence, and Power” “A Full Life: Reflections at Ninety”Green is poised to help scale Mechanized AI's revolutionary technology and drive operational excellence as the company enters a phase of rapid growth. ATLANTA , Dec. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mechanized AI , a pioneer in the enterprise AI and application modernization space, proudly announces the designation of Amy Green as its new Chief Operating Officer. With over 15 years of industry experience, Green brings a wealth of expertise in operations, professional services and technology product marketing to the trailblazing enterprise AI and application transformation startup. Her appointment underscores Mechanized AI's commitment to combining groundbreaking technology with top-tier leadership to maintain its competitive edge in the marketplace. Based in Dallas , Green joins the team with an extensive background in operational management and strategic execution at Deloitte Consulting, where she built and grew the Product Engineering group within their Application Modernization & Innovation practice with Charles Wright , CEO of Mechanized AI. Prior to this, Green served on Deloitte's Global Strategy & Innovation team, where she advised teams across the global network on bringing technology products to market and driving scalable growth. A former Executive Search Consultant with Russell Reynolds Associates, Green has advised Fortune 100 clients on complex leadership challenges and recruited top executives to lead transformation at public and private organizations. Previously, Green also served as Strategic Engagement Director at AIG within the Office of the Chief Technology Officer. Green obtained her undergraduate degree from Harvard University and her MBA from UC San Diego's Rady School of Management. "Amy's deep expertise in managing world-class organizations will be critical to ensure we have the people, processes and technology in the right places to drive our operations forward," says Wright. "Her mastery of leading companies through transformation journeys and category creations will be invaluable as we roll out new products and strengthen our collaboration with strategic partners. Amy has already hit the ground running as COO and she will be a crucial asset in building a client-centric business as we position ourselves for sustainable growth." As COO, Green will oversee delivery and customer success, human resources, operations and marketing—key areas vital to Mechanized AI's ongoing success and ambitious growth objectives. She joins a veteran team of startup and consulting executives, including Aditya Muralidhar (Chief AI Officer), Matias Kreder (CTO), Ian Easton (CCO) and recently, Jenny Allen (CMO). "I'm honored to join Mechanized AI as COO and to collaborate with such a talented, passionate team in the rapidly evolving AI space," Green remarked. "Having had the privilege of working with Charles in the past, I'm confident in his ability to drive the company's vision and direction. Mechanized AI is uniquely positioned for growth and innovation, so I'm excited to help scale the organization and deliver impactful solutions that drive transformation for our clients." Launched in 2023, Mechanized AI has grown its team of experts by over 50 percent in 2024 and has locations throughout the U.S. and South America . Green's appointment comes at a pivotal moment as Mechanized AI expands its global operations and scales its enterprise AI and application modernization solutions across industries. About Mechanized AI: Mechanized AI was launched in 2023 to help companies unlock the power of enterprise AI and accelerate their application modernization journeys. Built and backed by a team with over four decades of combined AI/ML experience, the product suite enables end-to-end AI development and deployment and transforms traditional modernization workflows by automating complex, manual processes. The AI Factory platform is a turnkey solution to build Fortune 500-quality production AI for both enterprise and mid-market businesses. The mAI Modernize suite of products provides AI-powered code modernization for any tech stack, empowering clients to understand and modernize legacy code in hours versus months. For more information, set up a demo at Mechanized.ai , follow us on LinkedIn and X , and view open positions on our Careers page . View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/mechanized-ai-announces-expansion-of-executive-team-with-appointment-of-amy-green-as-coo-302330807.html SOURCE Mechanized AIThe said Friday that will remain in Miami for the final two games of their road trip before rejoining the team next week. Miami visits the on Saturday and then the on Sunday. They'll be back at home Wednesday to play the . The team is citing a return to competition reconditioning for Butler's absence, the same reason he missed its win over the on Thursday. Friday's update came a day after Heat president Pat Riley said the team is not trading Butler this season. League sources previously told ESPN's Shams Charania that the six-time All-Star Butler prefers a trade out of Miami ahead of the Feb. 6 deadline, and that he's open to trade destinations such as the , , and Houston Rockets. "We usually don't comment on rumors, but all this speculation has become a distraction to the team and is not fair to the players and coaches. Therefore, we will make it clear -- we are not trading Jimmy Butler," Riley said in a statement. Butler twisted an ankle in Miami's loss to the last Friday. He missed the remainder of that game and the next two Heat games -- at the Magic on Saturday and against the on Monday -- but with illness, not the ankle, cited as the reason. Butler, 35, is averaging 18.5 points, 5.8 rebounds and 4.9 assists this season. He is one of the NBA's elite competitors and a perennial postseason performer. His teams have made the playoffs in 12 of his first 13 seasons, including the five previous seasons in Miami, where he has led the Heat to two NBA Finals berths and one additional Eastern Conference finals appearance. (heel) also won't face the Hawks, the team said Friday.
Omo N’ Oba N’ Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, Oba of Benin has reenacted the Igue traditional wrestling competition after eight years on the throne of his forebears. The wrestling competition that began Centuries ago, was last celebrated during the reign of his father, Oba Erediauwa. Oba Ewuare II rewarded winners and contestants in the competition, held sandy ringside in Oba Palace in Benin City on Boxing Day, December 26th 2024. Fans and sports enthusiasts cheered the muscular show of strength which has cash rewards for winners and participants. Bright Irobeghian (Ikpoba-Okha LGA) and Ovbokhan Idele (Oredo LGA), set new records as overall winners in both senior and junior categories in the competition. Under the senior category, Mathias Iguma and Friday Eribo, took second and third positions, while Famous Ilekhuoba (Orhionmwon LGA) and Sunday Amuji (Egor LGA), won the second and third positions in the junior category. Oba Ewuare II directed that prizes be awarded to deserving winners in the 2024 edition of the competition where traditional wrestlers meet up to wrestle. Prince Aghatise Erediauwa presented a cash gift and trophy to the overall winner in the senior category, Bright Orobeghian. Prince Ehioze Erediauwa and Prince Ikponmwosa Ewuare presented prices to Friday Eribo, the second-place winner and Mathias Iguma, the overall third-place winner in the senior category respectively. Earlier, Princess Oghogho Ewuare was awarded the overall prize for the overall winner in the junior category, Ovbokhan Idele. Prince Igbinosa and Princess Amenaghawon presented cash gifts to the second and third-place winners in the junior category respectively. Royal scepter bearers known as Emuada, also wrestled and tested their strength with one another and won cash prizes during the competition. Members of the Benin Royal family, including Oba Ewuare’s Queens, watched the outdoor celebration of the rich cultural heritage of the Edo people. Giving insight into the show of strength in the traditional form of wrestling that holds deep cultural and social significance, Chief Osemwegie Ero, the Edobayokhae said the traditional wrestling began Centuries ago in the ancient City of Benin. “Wrestlers are trained and the game is enjoyed by everyone and it’s a physical exercise. It has also been with the Benin people since ancient times when villagers usually come to Benin City, especially during the Igue festival to watch wrestling competitions. It’s a fine competition for every individual and Community”. The nonagenarian also said, “Wrestling is an instrument of physical fitness, we always enjoy it. We are happy today that the Omo N’ Oba N’ Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo has reintroduced traditional wrestling competition during our Igue festival”.
DENVER (AP) — The Denver Broncos signed left tackle Garett Bolles to a four-year extension on Thursday, locking up a big piece to protect rookie quarterback Bo Nix. Bolles has spent his entire career with the organization after being drafted out of Utah with the 20th overall pick in 2017. He has a chance this season to help the Broncos into the postseason for the first time since they won Super Bowl 50 after the 2015 season. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings. Get updates and player profiles ahead of Friday's high school games, plus a recap Saturday with stories, photos, video Frequency: Seasonal Twice a week
In a letter to the Prime Minister, shadow foreign secretary Dame Priti Patel and shadow justice secretary Robert Jenrick claimed the decision by the International Criminal Court (ICC) had “no proper basis in international law”. They said the UK’s refusal to explicitly say whether or not the Israeli premier would be detained if he arrived in the country “opens the farcical spectre of your Government trying to sanction the arrest” of an ally to Britain. Criticising the ICC warrant, the shadow ministers said: “It is hard to escape the conclusion this is an activist decision, motivated by politics and not the law.” They argued the court was established to pursue cases in instances where countries do not have robust and independent judiciaries, which could not be said of Israel. “The UK Government’s response to the decision has been nonsensical,” they said. “On Friday, the Home Secretary refused to say whether Mr Netanyahu would be detained if he travelled to the UK. “This opens the farcical spectre of your Government trying to sanction the arrest on UK soil of the leader of an ally of the UK, while you continue a diplomatic charm offensive with the Chinese Communist Party leader Xi Jinping. “It falls to you to clarify the Government’s position – now. The Government must make clear that it does not support an arrest warrant being issued which has no proper basis in international law.” Downing Street on Friday indicated that Mr Netanyahu could face arrest if he entered the UK, refusing to comment on “hypotheticals” but saying Britain would always follow its “legal obligations”. The International Criminal Court Act 2001 states that a Secretary of State must, on receipt of a request for arrest from the ICC, “transmit the request and the documents accompanying it to an appropriate judicial officer”. Asked whether the UK would comply with requirements under the Act, Sir Keir’s spokesman said: “Yes, the Government would fulfil its obligations under the Act and indeed its legal obligations.” The ICC has issued a warrant for Mr Netanyahu and his former defence minister Yoav Gallant over alleged war crimes in Gaza. Number 10 previously said the domestic process linked to ICC arrest warrants has never been used to date by the UK because no-one wanted by the international court had visited the country. It added that Israel remained a “key partner across a range of areas”. The Prime Minister’s official spokesman said: “It is important that we have a dialogue with Israel at all levels to reach the ceasefire that we all want to see, to bring an end to the violence, to protect civilians and ensure the release of hostages.” The ICC also issued a warrant for Mohammed Deif, head of Hamas’s armed wing, over the October 7 2023 attacks that triggered Israel’s offensive in Gaza. A domestic court process would be required before Mr Netanyahu faced arrest if he set foot in the UK. The ICC said there are “reasonable grounds to believe” Mr Netanyahu and Mr Gallant were responsible for “the war crime of starvation as a method of warfare, and the crimes against humanity of murder, persecution and other inhumane acts”. The court’s pre-trial chamber also found “reasonable grounds to believe that Mr Netanyahu and Mr Gallant each bear criminal responsibility as civilian superiors for the war crime of intentionally directing an attack against the civilian population”. The impact of the warrants is likely to be limited since Israel and its major ally, the US, are not members of the ICC.
Radiodiagnosis, general medicine top choices at GMCHIf I had a dollar for every person I’ve talked to recently who has stopped reading and watching the news, or at least cut way back, I’d be able to retire. Oh, wait. I AM retired! Retired from a lifelong career in newsrooms, and even I admit to dreading watching the evening news and reading newspapers. Election results in Iowa and nationally have produced feelings of anxiety for half the population. Final results show Donald Trump winning by 1.5 percentage points. He finished just under 50%, meaning just more than half of Americans voted for somebody else. The results of that narrow margin of victory open a much wider gulf between what Trump plans to do to our country and the desires of those who did not vote for Trump. It was far from a mandate, although Trump will claim he got one. These early days of the transition confirm the worst fears of many Americans. Trump is rapidly picking cabinet secretaries, apparently by looking at a sheet full of people’s pictures and going “eeny meeny miny moe.” No FBI background checks. Not enough questions about what landmines these people have in their background. The only qualifications that matter are whether they look good on TV and whether they’ve spent enough time kissing Trump’s you-know-what. And we all know this is the calm before the storm. Once Trump gets in office, it will be another four full years of chaos, childish taunts, blowing up his own staff, alienating allies – on and on. Adding to the stress was Sunday’s gut punch of President Biden pardoning his son, after repeated promises not to do so. Most of us who hunger for integrity from their leaders are finding it increasingly difficult to stay plugged in. Discerning news viewers need a break, and they’re taking it. MSNBC has lost nearly half its audience since election day. CNN is down 22%. Fox News ratings are soaring. How to stay sane So how do serious news consumers stay informed for the next few months – heck, for the next four years – without going stark-raving mad? I feel it’s important to not completely unplug from the news. So here are a few tips I use to stay on top of the latest developments, while also protecting my mental health. 1. Scan the headlines in a news source you trust, to get a sense of what’s going on. For important stories, I’ll read the first few paragraphs without delving deeper into every single story. 2. Avoid speculative stories. Stories that say what might happen or could happen usually serve only to raise my anxiety level. Many opinion pieces use the speculative model. During times like this, I prefer stories that tell me what has happened or will happen. 3. Avoid any story with a question in the headline. A few examples from this week: “Will Trump be the President of Vice? (The New York Times). “Can Rahm Emanuel Flip the Script Again?” (NY Times) “What happens if Elon Musk treats the government like he did Twitter?” (Washington Post) “Is Kristi Noem ready to run FEMA?” And, this favorite from the Washington Post: “With Trump, will we see World War 3?” There’s nothing about that story that calms my nerves. Right now, I don’t want speculation. I want facts – as succinctly as possible. 4. Get out in nature. Take a walk in the woods. Breathe in some fresh air, listen to the sounds of nature, feel the breeze on your skin. It’s no guarantee that everything will be okay, but it sure helps bring perspective. There’s more to life than our political fears. 5. I do not get my news from social media. Too much clickbait. Too much thoughtless provocation. Too many trolls. 6. Continue to invest in quality journalism that you trust. You’ll want those reporters there when you return to your regular news consumption habits. For now, give yourself a break. For a little while. Now is not the time to completely avoid the news, as tempting as it might be. Cut back for a while. But stay informed. Stay engaged. And stay sane. Dave Busiek spent 43 years working in Iowa radio and television newsrooms as a reporter, anchor and the last 30 years as news director of KCCI-TV, the CBS affiliate in Des Moines. He is a member of the Iowa Writers' Collaborative and his blog, "Dave Busiek on Media" appears on Substack.Late Late Toy Show viewers brand one special guest ‘star of the show’
Jones, Mellott help Montana State run over Montana 34-11Jones, Mellott help Montana State run over Montana 34-11DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israeli troops stormed one of the last hospitals operating in northern Gaza on Friday, forcing many staff and patients outside to strip in winter weather , the territory’s health ministry said. The army denied claims it had entered or set fire to the complex and accused Hamas of using the facility for cover. Kamal Adwan Hospital has been hit multiple times over the past three months by Israeli troops waging an offensive against Hamas fighters in surrounding neighborhoods, according to staff. The ministry said a strike on the hospital a day earlier killed five medical staff. Israel's military said it was conducting operations against Hamas infrastructure and militants in the area and had ordered people out of the hospital, but said it had not entered the complex as of Friday night. It repeated claims that Hamas militants operate inside Kamal Adwan but provided no evidence. Hospital officials have denied that. The Health Ministry said troops forced medical personnel and patients to assemble in the yard and remove their clothes. Some were led to an unknown location, while some patients were sent to the nearby Indonesian Hospital, which was knocked out of operation after an Israel raid this week. Israeli troops during raids frequently carry out mass detentions, stripping men to their underwear for questioning in what the military says is a security measure as they search for Hamas fighters. The Associated Press doesn’t have access to Kamal Adwan, but armed plainclothes members of the Hamas-led police forces have been seen in other hospitals, maintaining security but also controlling access to parts of the facilities. The Health Ministry said Israeli troops also set fires in several parts of Kamal Adwan, including the lab and surgery department. It said 25 patients and 60 health workers remained in the hospital. The account could not be independently confirmed, and attempts to reach hospital staff were unsuccessful. “Fire is ablaze everywhere in the hospital,” an unidentified staff member said in an audio message posted on social media accounts of hospital director Hossam Abu Safiya. The staffer said some evacuated patients had been unhooked from oxygen. “There are currently patients who could die at any moment,” she said. Lt. Col. Nadav Shoshani, an Israeli military spokesman, denied the accusations. “While IDF troops were not in the hospital, a small fire broke out in an empty building inside the hospital that is under control,” he said Friday night. He said a preliminary investigation found “no connection” between military activity and the fire. The Israeli military heavily restricts the movements of Palestinians in Gaza and has barred foreign journalists from entering the territory throughout the war, making it difficult to verify information. “These actions put the lives of all of these people in even more danger than what they faced before,” U.N. spokesperson Stephanie Tremblay told journalists, and noted colleagues' reports of “significant damage” to the hospital. It should be protected as international law requires, she added. Since October, Israel’s offensive has virtually sealed off the northern Gaza areas of Jabaliya, Beit Hanoun and Beit Lahiya and leveled large parts of them. Tens of thousands of Palestinians were forced out but thousands are believed to remain in the area, where Kamal Adwan and two other hospitals are located. Troops raided Kamal Adwan in October, and on Tuesday troops stormed and evacuated the Indonesian Hospital. The area has been cut off from food and other aid for months , raising fears of famine . The United Nations says Israeli troops allowed just four humanitarian deliveries to the area from Dec. 1 to Dec. 23. The Israeli rights group Physicians for Human Rights-Israel this week petitioned Israel’s High Court of Justice, seeking a halt to military attacks on Kamal Adwan. It warned that forcibly evacuating the hospital would “abandon thousands of residents in northern Gaza.” Before the latest deaths Thursday, the group documented five other staffers killed by Israeli fire since October. Israel launched its campaign in Gaza vowing to destroy Hamas after the group’s Oct. 7, 2023, attack on southern Israel in which militants killed around 1,200 people and abducted some 250 others. Around 100 Israelis remain captive in Gaza, around a third believed to be dead. Israel’s nearly 15-month-old campaign of bombardment and offensives has devastated the territory’s health sector. A year ago, it carried out raids on hospitals in northern Gaza, including Kamal Adwan, Indonesian and al-Awda Hospital, saying they served as bases for Hamas, though it presented little evidence. Israel’s campaign has killed more than 45,400 Palestinians, more than half women and children, and wounded more than 108,000 others, according to the Health Ministry. Its count does not distinguish between civilians and combatants. More than 90% of Gaza’s 2.3 million Palestinians have been driven from their homes, most now sheltering in sprawling tent camps in south and central Gaza. Children and adults, many barefoot, huddled Friday on the cold sand in tents whose plastic and cloth sheets whipped in the wind. Overnight temperatures can dip into the 40s Fahrenheit (below 10 Celsius), and sea spray from the Mediterranean can dampen tents just steps away. "I swear to God, their mother and I cover ourselves with one blanket and we cover (their five children) with three blankets that we got from neighbors. Sea waters drowned everything that was ours,” said Muhammad al-Sous, displaced from Beit Lahiya in the north. The children collect plastic bottles to make fires, and pile under the blankets when their only set of clothes is washed and dried in the wind. At least three babies in Gaza have died from exposure to cold in recent days , doctors there have said, and the Health Ministry said an adult — a nurse who worked at the European Hospital — also died this week. Khaled and Keath reported from Cairo. Associated Press writer Edith M. Lederer at the United Narions contributed to this report.
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(Bloomberg) — The path ahead for Toronto-Dominion Bank is rocky, but analysts at Jefferies Financial Group Inc. are predicting a recovery in the stock’s valuation as they turn bullish on the outlook for the Canadian lender and name it a top pick for 2025. Analysts led by John Aiken upgraded Canada’s second-largest bank to buy from hold and raised their price target on the stock to C$90. While Aiken doesn’t see a rebound in valuation happening in the near term, he expects it to improve as 2025 progresses. “The challenges are not insurmountable, and we anticipate that several questions will be answered over the next year and believe that TD’s multiple will recover some lost ground,” Aiken wrote in a note published Thursday. “We are already seeing TD’s valuation rebound as investors attempt to pick the bottom.” Toronto-Dominion has had a difficult 2024, with US money-laundering probes weighing on the stock. The company resolved those cases in October, pleading guilty to failing to prevent money laundering by drug cartels and other criminals. It also agreed to pay almost $3.1 billion in fines and other penalties, and faces a cap on its American assets. The lender last week suspended medium-term financial targets amid a review of company strategy as the incoming chief executive officer, Raymond Chun, seeks to move past the settlement. Shares in Toronto-Dominion rose 0.4% in Toronto on Thursday, extending gains for a fourth straight session. The stock now has six buy recommendations, seven holds and two sells among analysts tracked by Bloomberg. With 2024 drawing to a close, Toronto-Dominion is not only on track to end the year as the worst performer among Canada’s Big Six banks, but the lender is also set to have its worst year since 2008. While anti-money-laundering issues and subsequent remediation are “damaging” to Toronto-Dominion’s reputation with regulators and investors, Aiken noted that — outside of incremental expenses and erosion of capital from the fines — it has not really disrupted operations on a client level. Furthermore, Aiken said the asset cap doesn’t necessarily preclude growth in the lender’s US retail banking segment or affect the operations of its other subsidiaries. “We believe that the downside is limited,” Aiken said. “Admittedly, the growth of its US retail banking platform has been somewhat constrained but there is no real structural change to TD’s operations.” Aiken sees Raymond Chun taking the helm as a “clean slate” for Toronto-Dominion. The subsequent release of a revised strategy should give investors a “catalyst for multiple recovery as some uncertainty is removed” on its outlook, he said. “While consensus earnings imply no growth in 2025, essentially in line with management’s statements and below the 7% average forecast for its peers, we believe the stage is being set for a better second half performance,” Aiken said. —With assistance from Katrina Compoli. (Updates stock move and chart.)
THE Home office is spending £15 million on satellites which will be able to track migrants attempting to cross the Channel from space. Government contracts reveal that the department has forked out the huge sum for a deal with a global company which specialises in space operations. Advertisement 2 The Home office - led by Home Secretary Yvette Cooper, pictured, is spending £15 million on satellites which will be able to track migrants attempting to cross the Channel from space Credit: PA The Luton-based branch of Telespazio UK will provide enhanced surveillance for the Joint Maritime Security Centre which ensures the country can respond to “threats to security, law and order, and the marine environment”. It will improve the Home Office’s ability to detect “dark targets” - which do not emit tracking data - such as ships used by criminals to smuggle goods, and tiny dinghies used by Channel migrants. Radar, hi-tech cameras and sensors have already been hired to provide 24/7 surveillance of those trying to cross the Channel in small boats. Figures show that so far this year 36,204 migrants have arrived in the UK on small boats, with more than 150,000 crossing from France since records began in 2018. Advertisement read more on uk news PROBE ARREST Schoolgirl among seven arrested after teenager, 18, stabbed to death DAYLIGHT 'SNATCH' Urgent hunt after girl, 10 'grabbed by mystery man' in broad daylight A heavily redacted contract, published by the Government in December, shows that the contractor has to comply with the Officials Secret Act. The contract started in November and is due to run until next September, with a total value of £15 million. An order form reveals: “Maritime security is a key enabler to Homeland Security, surveillance of the Maritime domain for UK security requires a multi-layered approach. “Satellite surveillance products provide longer range coverage but lack persistence, whereas terrestrial sensors such as RADAR provide persistence at shorter ranges.” Advertisement Most read in The Sun baby joy Mark Wright and Michelle Keegan announce she's pregnant with first baby NEIL BY MOUTH Moment Rangers hero says he needs RESCUED on live TV during Motherwell clash GER OUT Moment raging Rangers fans BOO their own players and say 'go away' at Motherwell Highlights WELL 2 GERS 2 Shambolic display leaves Clement on brink as horror Christmas week continues The aims of the new surveillance are listed as: “To identify vessels of interest (VOI) (especially dark targets), determine patterns of life (POL) and to enable cueing of other sensor capabilities and patrolling assets, to direct other capability/assets to the target VOI in order to undertake further surveillance or to intercept, therefore delivery of agreed products/analysis should be as near to real-time as is possible.” The contract includes a requirement for a bi-annual review of the technology to ensure that “innovation is at the leading edge of space sensing”. UK has too many migrants to keep track of - crisis is spiralling & Labour CAN'T fix it, warns expert A Home Office spokesperson told The Sun: “The Joint Maritime Security Centre is harnessing cutting edge technology and capabilities to provide 24/7 monitoring of UK waters and ensure our borders are secure. “Effective use of satellites ensure we can play a key role in detecting ‘dark vessels’ at sea, such as those involved in illegal immigration, illegal fishing activities, drug smuggling, ship-to-ship transfers of goods and evading sanctions. Advertisement “And in the channel, the UK is taking steps to tackle small boat crossings through our Border Security Command, recruiting more investigative officers and working more closely with our European partners to ensure the vile people smugglers are brought to justice.” Shadow Home Secretary and former Tory Technology Minister Chris Philp told The Sun: “Tracking the passage of illegal immigrants coming across the channel will make no difference if they are simply ushered to the UK shore and then put up in plush hotels at taxpayer expense. “This money would be better spent deporting illegal immigrants who make it to the UK. “The Labour Government is soft on illegal immigration - Channel crossings are up over 20 per cent since the election compared to the same time last year. Advertisement “Labour was wrong to scrap the Rwanda deterrent before it even started. “I am committed to re-introducing a Rwanda-style removals deterrent.” He added: “The Labour Government should urgently adopt this plan to end the escalating numbers of illegal immigrants. “1,500 illegal immigrants have crossed the channel in the last four days. Advertisement Read more on the Scottish Sun GHOST TOWN Former Scots shopping hotspot 'decaying' as multimillion pound revamp ‘failing’ VAX HORROR Striken Scots 'gaslit' by health bosses after complications from Covid vaccine “This has to end.” The Sun contacted Telespazio UK for comment. 2 Figures show that so far this year 36,204 migrants have arrived in the UK on small boats, with more than 150,000 crossing from France since records began in 2018 Credit: GettyMechanized AI Announces Expansion of Executive Team With Appointment of Amy Green as COO
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Jimmy Carter, the 39th US president, has died at 100 ATLANTA (AP) — Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter has died. He was 100 years old and had spent more than a year in hospice care. The Georgia peanut farmer served one turbulent term in the White House before building a reputation as a global humanitarian and champion of democracy. He defeated President Gerald Ford in 1976 promising to restore trust in government but lost to Ronald Reagan four years later amid soaring inflation, gas station lines and the Iran hostage crisis. He and his wife Rosalynn then formed The Carter Center, and he earned a Nobel Peace Prize while making himself the most internationally engaged of former presidents. The center said he died peacefully Sunday afternoon in Plains, Georgia, surrounded by his family. Jimmy Carter: Many evolutions for a centenarian ‘citizen of the world’ PLAINS, Ga. (AP) — The 39th and longest-lived U.S. president, James Earl Carter Jr., died Sunday at the age of 100. His life ended where it began, in Plains, Georgia. He left and returned to the tiny town many times as he climbed to the nation’s highest office and lost it after four tumultuous years. Carter spent the next 40 years setting new standards for what a former president can do. Carter wrote nearly a decade ago that he found all the phases of his life challenging but also successful and enjoyable. The Democrat's principled but pragmatic approach defied American political labels, especially the idea that one-term presidents are failures. The Latest: Former President Jimmy Carter is Dead at age 100 Former President Jimmy Carter has died at the age of 100. The 39th president of the United States was a Georgia peanut farmer who sought to restore trust in government when he assumed the presidency in 1977 and then built a reputation for tireless work as a humanitarian. He earned a Nobel Peace Prize in 2002. He died Sunday, more than a year after entering hospice care, at his home in Plains, Georgia. Carter was sworn in as president on Jan. 20, 1977, after defeating President Gerald R. Ford in the 1976 general election. He left office on Jan. 20, 1981, following his 1980 general election loss to Ronald Reagan. Jimmy Carter: A brief bio Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter has died at his home in Plains, Georgia. His death comes more than a year after the former president entered hospice care. He was 100 years old. Jetliner skids off runway and bursts into flames while landing in South Korea, killing 179 SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — A jetliner skidded off a runway, slammed into a concrete fence and burst into flames in South Korea after its landing gear apparently failed to deploy. Officials said all but two of the 181 people on board were killed Sunday in one of the country’s worst aviation disasters. The 737-800 operated by Jeju Air plane arrived from Bangkok and crashed while attempting to land in the town of Muan, about 290 kilometers (180 miles) south of Seoul. Footage of the crash aired by South Korean television channels showed the plane skidding across the airstrip at high speed, evidently with its landing gear still closed. Tornadoes in Texas and Mississippi kill 2 and injure 6 as severe weather system moves east HOUSTON (AP) — A strong storm system is threatening to whip up tornadoes in parts of the U.S. Southeast, a day after severe weather claimed at least two lives as twisters touched down in Texas and Mississippi. Strong storms moving eastward Sunday are expected to continue producing gusty, damaging winds, hail and tornadoes through Sunday. That is according to National Weather Service meteorologist Frank Pereira. So far, the line of severe weather has led to about 40 tornado reports from southeastern Texas to Alabama, Pereira said, but those reports remain unconfirmed until surveys of damage are completed. Israeli hospital says Netanyahu has undergone successful prostate surgery TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — An Israeli hospital says Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has undergone successful prostate surgery. Jerusalem’s Hadassah Medical Center said his prostate was removed late Sunday and that he was recovering. Netanyahu’s office had said Justice Minister Yariv Levin, a close ally, would serve as acting prime minister during the procedure. Doctors ordered the operation after detecting an infection last week. Netanyahu is expected to remain hospitalized for several days. With so much at stake, Netanyahu’s health in wartime is a concern for both Israelis and the wider world. Syria's de facto leader says it could take up to 4 years to hold elections BEIRUT (AP) — Syria’s de facto leader has said it could take up to four years to hold elections in Syria, and that he plans on dissolving his Islamist group that led the country’s insurgency at an anticipated national dialogue summit for the country. Ahmad al-Sharaa, who leads Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, the group leading the new authority in Syria, made the remarks in an interview Sunday. That's according to the Saudi television network Al-Arabiyya. It comes almost a month after a lightning insurgency led by HTS overthrew President Bashar Assad’s decades-long rule, ending the country’s uprising-turned civil war that started back in 2011. A fourth infant dies of the winter cold in Gaza as families share blankets in seaside tents DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — A fourth infant has died of hypothermia in Gaza, where hundreds of thousands of Palestinians displaced by nearly 15 months of war are huddled in tents along the rainy, windswept coast as winter arrives. The baby's father says the 20-day-old child was found with his head as “cold as ice” Sunday morning in their tent. The baby’s twin brother was moved to the intensive care unit of Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital. Their father says the twins were born one month premature and spent just a day in hospital, which like other Gaza health centers has been overwhelmed and only partially functions. Musk causes uproar for backing Germany's far-right party ahead of key elections BERLIN (AP) — Tech entrepreneur Elon Musk has caused uproar after backing Germany’s far-right party in a major newspaper ahead of key parliamentary elections in the Western European country, leading to the resignation of the paper’s opinion editor in protest. Germany is to vote in an early election on Feb. 23 after Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s three-party governing coalition collapsed last month in a dispute over how to revitalize the country’s stagnant economy. Musk’s guest opinion piece for Welt am Sonntag, published in German over the weekend, was the second time this month he supported the Alternative for Germany, or AfD.Aci Worldwide CTO Kuruvilla Abraham sells $300,834 in stockNORMAL, Ill. — UND's season ended Saturday with a 35-13 loss at Illinois State, extending the Fighting Hawks' losing streak to five. Here are five things you might've missed during the game. ADVERTISEMENT 1. Safeties don't play UND starting safeties Jett Sutton and Tyler Erkman suffered injuries last week in a loss to South Dakota and didn't play against Illinois State. The Fighting Hawks started Jonnie Wiltshire and Jy Martin at safety in the regular-season finale. Wiltshire, a junior college transfer, tied a season-high and career-high with 10 tackles against the Redbirds. Martin, a transfer from NCAA Division II West Virginia State, had four tackles, while safety Cole Davis also played extensively and finished with three tackles. 2. Seidl's strong returns UND's Sawyer Seidl made a big impact on special teams. Seidl returned three kicks for 120 yards. Seidl returned the opening kickoff 68 yards, which led to a missed field goal from C.J. Elrichs. ADVERTISEMENT Seidl returned his second kick 37 yards. After Seidl's two long returns, Illinois State kicked the next kickoff out of bounds to give the ball to the Hawks at the 35. 3. Bleggen plays in fourth game UND true freshman Brennen Bleggen played in his fourth game of the season. He'll still be able to redshirt this season as players are allowed four games without burning a redshirt. The 6-foot-3, 295-pound nose guard played extensively. He had two tackles and 0.5 tackles for loss. Bleggen was injured late in the second half and finished the game by wearing a protective boot on his leg on the sideline. 4. Pedigo makes career-high tackles UND fifth-year senior Wyatt Pedigo ended his career with a career-high 15 tackles — the third time in his career he recorded double-digit tackles. In 43 career games across a five-year career, Pedigo had 203 tackles. ADVERTISEMENT Perhaps Pedigo's most impressive tackle of the game came in the open field on Illinois State quarterback Tommy Rittenhouse, who Pedigo secured to the ground for no gain on third-and-8 late in the first half to give UND's offense a chance to take a lead late in the second quarter. 5. Smith plays but run game held in check UND running back Isaiah Smith was hurt in last Saturday's loss to South Dakota and needed to be taken away from the Alerus Center for treatment. Schweigert categorized Smith as questionable earlier in the week. Smith plays against the Redbirds and finished with a team-high 11 carries for 31 yards. The Fighting Hawks were held in check in the rushing game, ending with 131 yards on 31 carries. The Hawks scored no rushing touchdowns and the longest run of the game was an 18-yard carry by Sawyer Seidl, who fumbled on the next play.NEW YORK , Nov. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Report with market evolution powered by AI - The global machine vision (MV) camera market size is estimated to grow by USD 1.74 billion from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of over 9.31% during the forecast period. Increased demand in non-industrial sectors is driving market growth, with a trend towards augmented demand for smart cameras. However, high cost of implementation poses a challenge.Key market players include Adimec Advanced Image Systems bv, Alpha MOS, AMETEK Inc., Banner Engineering Corp., Basler AG, Baumer Holding AG, Cognex Corp., Datalogic SpA, Decision Technology LLC, Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Co. Ltd., Hitachi Ltd., Intel Corp., JAI AS, Keyence Corp., National Instruments Corp., OMRON Corp., SICK AG, Sony Group Corp., Teledyne Technologies Inc., and TKH Group NV. Key insights into market evolution with AI-powered analysis. Explore trends, segmentation, and growth drivers- View Free Sample PDF Market Driver Machine Vision (MV) cameras, also known as machine vision cameras, are essential tools in various industries for tasks like position guidance, measurement, identification, and pattern recognition. Smart cameras and PC-based cameras lead the market, with wireless, wearable, and UAV-based cameras gaining traction. Trends include automation in manufacturing, agriculture drones, 3D modeling, and AI-driven image recognition algorithms. Strategic partnerships and advanced manufacturing technologies, such as digital sensors and USB3 cameras, fuel growth. Applications span from quality assurance in manufacturing industries to inspection in aerospace and transportation. Lens types, including wideangle, normal, telephoto, and wide area lenses, cater to diverse needs. Emerging areas include autonomous vehicles, parking cameras, CMS cameras, SVS cameras, barcode scanners, and 3D imaging cameras. Production capacity is expanding, driven by increasing demand for automation technology in industries like semiconductors, electric vehicles, and connected vehicles. Smart cameras play a significant role in Machine Vision (Mv) systems by digitizing and transferring frames for analysis. These cameras have an embedded image sensor and are custom-built for specialized applications with space constraints. They are used for various automated functions, either as a supplement to multi-part Mv systems or as standalone image-processing units. Smart cameras are a cost-effective and user-friendly option for industrial production, particularly for inspection and quality assurance. Their compact size makes them ideal for manufacturing operations seeking to streamline automation methods or integrate vision systems. Smart cameras are increasingly popular in industries for enhancing productivity and ensuring consistent product quality. Request Sample of our comprehensive report now to stay ahead in the AI-driven market evolution! Market Challenges The Machine Vision (MV) camera market is experiencing significant growth due to increasing demand for automation and quality assurance in various industries. Key applications include position guidance, measurement, identification, and pattern recognition in manufacturing, smart manufacturing, and advanced manufacturing processes. Challenges in this market include the need for high-speed image recognition algorithms, smart cameras, and PC-based cameras for wireless and wearable applications. Strategic partnerships, USB3 cameras, and advanced automation technology are driving innovation in this space. MV cameras play a crucial role in industries such as aerospace, transportation, semiconductors, and agriculture drones, enabling 3D modeling, microscopy, and inspection. Lens types like wideangle, normal, telephoto, and wide area lenses cater to diverse applications. The market is also witnessing growth in UAV-based inspections for power lines, facilities, and quality tests in manufacturing operations. The compact footprint and embedded image processing capabilities of MV cameras make them ideal for industrial production and automation technology in electric vehicles, connected vehicles, and autonomous vehicles. Barcode scanners, 3D imaging cameras, line scan cameras, and CMS/SVS cameras are other important MV camera types. Machine vision systems incorporate cameras, software, and advanced technologies for image analysis in various industries. The cost of these systems is substantial, presenting a challenge for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in both developed and developing countries. Customization and operational requirements increase the overall expense. End-users tailor their machine vision systems to specific applications, incurring additional costs for servicing. Smart cameras, equipped with advanced technologies for image clarity and precision, also carry a high base price. These factors may hinder the adoption of machine vision systems by some businesses. Discover how AI is revolutionizing market trends- Get your access now! Segment Overview This machine vision (mv) camera market report extensively covers market segmentation by 1.1 PC based camera 1.2 Smart camera 1.3 Wireless camera 1.4 Wearable camera 2.1 Line scan 2.2 Area scan 2.3 3D scan cameras 3.1 APAC 3.2 North America 3.3 Europe 3.4 Middle East and Africa 3.5 South America 1.1 PC based camera- PC-based machine vision systems offer flexible interfacing with direct-connect cameras or image acquisition boards, and are backed by configurable application software. These systems boast efficient processing power, enabling them to handle complex operations swiftly. The broader range of capabilities allows PC systems to compensate for unexpected variables in tasks. In August 2020 , Omron Automation Americas introduced a new machine vision solutions package for PC-based systems. The FJ2 cameras boast advanced CMOS sensors, frame rates of up to 282 FPS, and resolutions from 0.4 MP to 5 MP in monochrome and color versions. This new product launch is expected to bolster market growth during the forecast period. Download a Sample of our comprehensive report today to discover how AI-driven innovations are reshaping competitive dynamics Research Analysis Machine Vision (MV) cameras are advanced imaging devices designed to process and analyze visual information in real-time. They are essential components of machine vision systems used in various industries for position guidance, measurement, and pattern recognition. MV cameras come in different types, including smart cameras, wireless cameras, wearable cameras, parking cameras, CMS cameras, SVS cameras, barcode scanners, 3D imaging cameras, and line scan cameras. Each type caters to specific applications. Lens type is another crucial factor, with wide-angle lenses providing a broader field of view and normal lenses offering a more standard perspective. MV cameras are integrated into handheld systems, robotic systems, and production lines to enhance automation and improve product quality. Market Research Overview Machine Vision (MV) cameras, also known as machine vision cameras, are advanced imaging devices designed for automating industrial processes through position guidance, measurement, identification, and pattern recognition. They employ imagerecognition algorithms to analyze data from digital sensors and provide solutions for industries such as manufacturing, aerospace, transportation, and agriculture. MV cameras come in various forms, including smart cameras, PC-based cameras, wireless cameras, wearable cameras, and more. Advanced manufacturing industries, including smart factories and automated production lines, heavily utilize MV cameras for quality assurance, inspection, and automation. Applications range from microscopy and barcode scanning to 3D modeling and autonomous vehicle parking cameras. Strategic partnerships and the adoption of AI and machine learning technologies continue to drive innovation in the MV camera market. MV cameras are available in various types, including smart camera-based systems, advanced manufacturing solutions, and specialized applications like line scan cameras, 3D imaging cameras, and UAV-based inspections. Lens types, such as wideangle, normal, telephoto, and wide area lenses, cater to different use cases. With a compact footprint and high production capacity, MV cameras are essential tools for industrial operations and quality tests, enabling the identification of components and ensuring efficient, accurate, and consistent manufacturing processes. Table of Contents: 1 Executive Summary 2 Market Landscape 3 Market Sizing 4 Historic Market Size 5 Five Forces Analysis 6 Market Segmentation Platform PC Based Camera Smart Camera Wireless Camera Wearable Camera Type Line Scan Area Scan 3D Scan Cameras Geography APAC North America Europe Middle East And Africa South America 7 Customer Landscape 8 Geographic Landscape 9 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends 10 Company Landscape 11 Company Analysis 12 Appendix About Technavio Technavio is a leading global technology research and advisory company. Their research and analysis focuses on emerging market trends and provides actionable insights to help businesses identify market opportunities and develop effective strategies to optimize their market positions. With over 500 specialized analysts, Technavio's report library consists of more than 17,000 reports and counting, covering 800 technologies, spanning across 50 countries. Their client base consists of enterprises of all sizes, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies. This growing client base relies on Technavio's comprehensive coverage, extensive research, and actionable market insights to identify opportunities in existing and potential markets and assess their competitive positions within changing market scenarios. Contacts Technavio Research Jesse Maida Media & Marketing Executive US: +1 844 364 1100 UK: +44 203 893 3200 Email: [email protected] Website: www.technavio.com/ SOURCE Technavio
BLACK Isle history buffs had lots to look forward to as they took stock on an exciting season over festive refreshments. Following a busy and well-attended trio of meetings in the autumn about Black Isle hospitals pre-NHS, the amazing archaeological discoveries of High Pasture Cave on Skye and Dingwall’s diaspora around the world, Cromarty History Society members enjoyed a fascinating talk from Evanton’s Andrew Newton on the Egyptian, Greek and Roman origins of much of today’s medicine . That was followed by mulled wine, Christmas cake and mince pies. SEE ALSO Under threat Alness hub is ‘treasure trove’ of local history Free Ross-shire news briefing twice a week straight to your inbox Members are now looking forward to 2025 when on January 30th the Society will join with Cromarty’s Fourways Club at 2-4pm for a talk by Scilla Aitchison on The Countess of Sutherland’s Shopping List , and its Black Isle connections. February 18th at 7.30pm sees the Society learning about The Vikings in Northern Scotland when they are to hear UHI Professor Donna Heddle explain the Norse invasion of the North Highlands as far south as the Black Isle’s north coast, the Black Isle’s southern parts being still Pictish. Architect Calum Maclean has worked on many historic sites and on March 18th at 7.30pm will speak on his latest research into the work of Alexander Ross who designed so many buildings across the Black Isle and beyond, the subject of Calum’s latest book. Finally, on April 15 at 7.30pm, Dr Jim Mackay will explain The Marriage Lintels and Date Stones Close to You , which we all see as we go about our daily business but don’t always understand. There are many such stones on old buildings across the Highlands. Meetings are followed by refreshments and chat and all are held at the Victoria Hall in Cromarty. Each meeting costs £5 but £15 membership will cover the rest of the meetings until April 2025. The society has members from across the area and visitors are welcome. Further information can be found on the society’s website at www.cromartyhistory.scot . While you’re here... Use the code HECTORMACKENZIE to get unlimited online access to all of our titles (including Inverness Courier and titles across the north, plus the HNM app) for just £10 for 12 months. Subscribe here.If you are lucky enough to have $3,000 to invest in ASX shares in December, then take a look at the three named below. They have been tipped as buys by analysts this month. Here's what you need to know about them: ( ) Goldman Sachs thinks that this fund manager's shares have been oversold and are great value now. Commenting on its buy recommendation, the broker said: GQG is a global asset manager with an active equity focus. We are Buy rated on GQG because: 1) Net flow trajectory has been very strong 2) Strong performance has resulted in performance fees becoming increasingly more material 3) Medium and long term relative performance strong 4) Attractive valuation vs. peers in context of very strong earnings growth. 5) Impacts from Adani appear manageable. Goldman has a buy rating and $2.80 price target on the ASX share. ( ) Analysts at Bell Potter think that miner Pilbara Minerals could be a good destination for your funds. This week, the broker upgraded the company's shares on valuation grounds and on the belief that the lithium market is heading into a supply deficit in 2026. It said: We upgrade our PLS recommendation to Buy (from Hold) on recent share price weakness. [...] We calculate that recent supply curtailments from Australian producers (including PLS) have removed around 50kt of Lithium Carbonate Equivalent from the market (around 4% of 2024 supply). On our supply-demand modelling, the cuts result in a smaller market surplus in 2025 and brings forward our estimate of a market deficit to 2026 (previously 2027). Bell Potter has put a buy rating and $2.70 price target on its shares. ( ) Goldman Sachs also thinks that this health imaging technology company could be an ASX share to buy now. Although the broker concedes that Pro Medicus shares are not cheap, it believes they deserve this premium valuation. Especially given its significant long-term growth opportunity. The broker explains: We remain positive on the PME equity story as one of Australia's best global growth companies. [...] PME is not cheap, trading on 114x FY26E EV/EBITDA, but we highlight its revenue/margin outlook, unique cloud offering, and significant long-term opportunity. Additionally, with a focus on the US regulatory outlook, we believe MedTech is increasingly being evaluated as a safe haven within healthcare as it is generally more insulated from impending policy volatility. Goldman has a buy rating and $278.00 price target on its shares.
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