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The right of transgender minors to access gender-affirming care has sparked debate in many parts of the United States, and it’s now heading to the U.S. Supreme Court. The court heard oral arguments Wednesday on a challenge, brought by young people who identify as transgender and their families, to a law in Tennessee that bans gender-affirming medical care for minors. It’s one of 26 states that have passed bans on gender-affirming health care for transgender children and teenagers, according to a CNN analysis of data from the Movement Advancement Project, a nonprofit think tank that advocates for LGBTQ rights. What is gender-affirming care? Gender-affirming care is a multidisciplinary approach that includes medically necessary and scientific evidence-based practices to help a person safely transition from their assigned gender – the one a clinician assigned them at birth, based mostly on anatomic characteristics – to their affirmed gender – the gender by which the person wants to be known. Although the term gender-affirming care came into the public’s lexicon fairly recently, Dr. Madeline Deutsch, director of the UCSF Gender Affirming Health Program in San Francisco, said the practice has been around for some time and is based on decades of scientific research. Major mainstream medical associations – including the American Medical Association , the American Psychiatric Association , the Endocrine Society , the American Psychological Association , the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry – have affirmed the practice of gender-affirming care and agree that it’s the gold standard of clinically appropriate care that can provide lifesaving treatment for children and adults. “While we are always assessing the strength of the evidence for this kind of care, every major US medical association has found that the medical evidence is strong and in support of centers that provides this kind of care and have been doing so for decades,” said Dr. Kellan Baker, executive director of the Whitman-Walker Institute, a health care organization that works on LGBTQ+ issues. This year, an extensive but controversial research review in the UK called the use of puberty-delaying medications into question, saying that the rationale for early puberty suppression was “unclear” and that any benefit for mental health was supported by “weak evidence.” The review — known as the Cass Review for Dr. Hilary Cass, the pediatrician who conducted it — has prompted providers in the UK to scale back their use of the treatment. However, its methodology have come under sharp criticism from some scholars and practitioners. What does gender-affirming care look like? The process typically starts with a conversation between a clinician and the individual. If the patient is a child, the conversation will also include the family when possible. “It’s to really get a better sense of what’s bringing them into the clinic,” said licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Melina Wald, co-founder and former clinical director of the Columbia Gender Identity Program at Columbia University Medical Center. “We are also looking to understand the child’s understanding of their own gender, gender expression and a history related to that.” After experts determine what the person needs, a multidisciplinary group of clinicians will design a plan for them. Depending on the person’s age, care can include mental health and support groups, legal help and sometimes medical help like hormones or surgery when a person is past puberty. “This is individualized care, not some one-size-fits-all-plan,” Baker said. A transition plan can be as simple as offering support to someone when they start using different pronouns, change their hairstyle or clothing, or use a different name. “When we support and allow people to do these things, their lives get better,” Deutsch said. Mental health care: Often, gender-affirming care will include counseling. A 2018 study found that the prevalence of mental health problems among transgender youth was seven times higher than among their cisgender peers. Mental health problems don’t necessarily stem from a person’s identity; a growing number of studies show that they often occur because of social discrimination and what’s known as minority stress. Stigma, marginalization , discrimination, bullying, harassment and violence can lead to feelings of isolation and rejection. People who identify as transgender may also need mental health help just to determine what their identity is, to come to terms with it and to find self-acceptance. Mental health care can also help people come out to their family and friends and develop coping mechanisms so they can be who they are in a world that isn’t always friendly or accepting. Gender-affirming care, studies show, lowers a person’s odds of depression and suicidality and is associated with improved well-being. Medication and surgery: Some people may also receive age-appropriate medical care like hormone treatments, puberty blockers, voice and communication therapy, gynecologic and urologic care and reproductive treatments. Typically, surgeries are offered only to adults. The World Professional Association for Transgender Health’s guidelines , which are considered the gold standard for gender-affirming care around the world, say this kind of care should provide a person “safe and effective pathways to achieving lasting personal comfort with their gendered selves with the aim of optimizing their overall physical health, psychological well-being, and self-fulfillment.” What are puberty blockers and hormones? When children get to a certain stage of puberty – diagnosed by a medical provider – and still have a persistent, well-documented sense that their gender does not align with the sex assigned at birth, doctors and family may decide to move forward with reversible pubertal suppression , commonly called puberty blockers . Although not all patients choose this treatment, some research shows that gender-incongruent youth may feel increased distress when they start to develop secondary sex characteristics. These gonadotrophin-releasing hormone drugs were first used to delay puberty for people with what’s known as precocious puberty , when a child’s body changes into that of an adult too soon. Puberty blockers can keep secondary sex traits from developing for a few years, to give the child time to access support, explore their gender identity and develop coping skills, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. If a patient decides to stop treatment, puberty resumes. “That just basically puts everything on pause, and children can be on that for a couple of years without any ill effects, and it’s totally reversible,” Deutsch said. “If it’s stopped, then everything just continues where you left off.” Studies show that puberty blockers can reduce the distress that may happen when a child develops secondary sex characteristics such as breasts, an Adam’s apple or voice changes. Studies show that transgender adolescents who used puberty blockers were less likely to have suicidal thoughts than those who wanted the treatment but did not get it. Puberty blockers can also make a transition later in life easier, since the person did not develop these secondary sex characteristics. At this stage in the gender-affirming care process, after a thorough evaluation by a medical professional, a patient may also receive hormone therapy that can lead to gender-affirming physical change. Are there risks to puberty blockers? Puberty blockers can carry some risks, and more long-term studies are needed, according to the Pediatric Endocrine Society . Long-term studies on fertility and bone health are limited and provide “varied results,” according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. The World Professional Association for Transgender Health guidelines say that before giving puberty blockers, the provider must make sure the person has demonstrated a sustained and persistent pattern of gender dysphoria or gender incongruence; they must have the emotional and cognitive maturity to provide informed consent; any coexisting mental health problems that could interfere with treatment or consent need to be addressed; the person needs to be told that there could be reproductive effects, and fertility preservation options should be discussed; and the child must have reached Tanner Stage 2 of puberty, which is when a girl starts to develop breast buds and a boy’s scrotum and testicles begin to increase in size. A pediatric endocrinologist must agree with this decision. Professional medical guidelines, with some rare exceptions, do not recommend puberty blockers, hormone therapies or surgery for children who have not gone through puberty. If such treatment is indicated, the clinician would first do a thorough evaluation in collaboration with the patient and their caregiver to understand the child’s unique needs. “I think one of the big myths out there is that there’s a sense that kids are rushed into decisions related to medical care, like hormone therapy or surgery. That’s just not the case,” Wald said. Deutsch agreed: “Kids don’t make stuff up about this, wanting to become trans because it’s trendy or something,” she said. “Trans youth and trans people in general do not have access to a hormone vending machine.” Some critics point out that youth who take puberty blockers may change their minds about their gender identity later in life. Several studies have shown that most people who opt for gender-affirming care don’t later regret their choices — including an October 2022 study in the Netherlands that found 98% of transgender youth who had started gender-affirming medical treatment in adolescence continued to use those hormones around five or six years later in adulthood. Among 3,306 UK Gender Identity Development Service patients included the Cass Review analysis, fewer than 10 patients detransitioned to their birth-registered gender. Questions about the benefits of puberty-blocking medications gained fresh attention in October when the author of a federally funded study was quoted as saying she had delayed publication of some of her results because of fears that they would be “weaponized” in a heated political climate. Johanna Olson-Kennedy, medical director at the Center for Transyouth Health and Development at Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles, said that in the study , which she helped lead, puberty blockers did not appear to improve the mental health of 95 children ages 8 to 16 who were followed for two years to understand their mental and physical functioning as doctors used the medications to delay the physical changes associated with puberty. Some advocates for gender-affirming care for youth said this is a typical level of caution taken by researchers to carefully present and interpret scientific data. However, researchers said it remains critical to publish data; puberty blockers may have prevented a decline in mental health, even if they didn’t lead to improvement in mental functioning, but it’s impossible to know if the data isn’t released. Why would children and adolescents need gender-affirming care? If a child identifies as transgender or gender-diverse, research suggests that they know their gender as clearly and consistently as their peers who identify as cisgender or the gender they were assigned at birth, even if it conflicts with other people’s expectations about what a typical “boy” or “girl” is. Some critics of the process suggest that children should wait until adulthood to transition, but the American Academy of Pediatrics says in its guidelines that this approach is “outdated,” in part because it assumes that gender identity becomes fixed at a certain age, and the approach is based on “binary notions of gender in which gender diversity and fluidity is pathologized.” The group also argues that the approach was based on early studies with methodological flaws, limited follow-up and validity concerns. More recent research shows that “rather than focusing on who a child will become, valuing them for who they are, even at a young age, fosters secure attachment and resilience, not only for the child but also for the whole family.” Wald says that waiting to transition can create additional psychological distress for a child and can raise their risk of depression, suicidality, self-harm or substance misuse. “Withholding intervention means that the child is going to go through a puberty that is discordant with their gender identity and would ultimately mean that later, at the age of 18, there would be changes to their body that they would make it even more difficult,” she said. “These children and teens can be incredibly resilient,” Wald added. “With support and access to care, they will thrive and can be just as successful as any kid.” How many people identify as trans? A 2022 analysis of data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System and its Youth Risk Behavior Survey found that a tiny fraction of people in the United States – about 0.6% of those 13 and older, or about 1.6 million people – identify as transgender, according to the Williams Institute , a think tank at UCLA Law that provides scientific research on gender identity and sexual orientation. While the percentage of adults who identify as transgender in the US has remained basically the same, the number of young people who identify as such doubled – to 300,000 – from the last time the Williams Institute did the research in 2016 and 2017. It may not be a direct comparison, however, as the Williams Institute’s previous survey did not have survey data for younger teens and had to use statistical modeling to extrapolate based on adult data. The report cannot explain why more young people may be identifying as transgender, but it notes that more data has become available about this population. CNN’s Brenda Goodman, Meg Tirrell and Kristen Rogers contributed to this report.Atalanta tops Serie A after late win over AC Milan while Inter goes 13 games unbeatenHALIFAX — Commercial elver fishers in the Maritimes are dismissing new quotas for the 2025 season, saying they would significantly cut their share of the lucrative baby eel fishery. In a letter obtained by The Canadian Press, the federal Fisheries Department said Thursday it wants to hand 50 per cent of the total allowable catch — 4,980 kilograms — to First Nations fishers. However, in a potentially contentious move, the department is proposing that another 28 per cent of the allowable catch — 2,812 kilograms — should go to a new pilot project. The department's plan calls for distributing that 28 per cent among people who are already involved in the fishery, including those who are working for commercial elver fishing enterprises. That means the nine existing commercial licence holders will be left with just under 22 per cent of the total catch, which has been held at 9,960 kilograms since 2005. “The minister of Fisheries and Oceans supports broadening the distribution of benefits of the elver fishery,” wrote Jennifer Ford, director of the federal elver review team for the Maritimes. In the letter, Ford explains that the goal is to increase the participation of First Nations, while also providing licences to people already involved in the industry or are willing to temporarily relinquish eel licences. “When the total allowable catch for a fishery remains stable ... quota redistribution is the only way to bring new entrants into the fishery without putting additional pressures on the stock," the letter says. Meanwhile, commercial licensees stand to lose between 60 per cent and 90 per cent of the quota they fished before 2022. On Friday, commercial licence holder Stanley King said the proposed allocations will cause more chaos in a fishery that was shut down last year because of violence and unauthorized fishing. King said the pilot project makes no sense because it redistributes quota among employees working for companies such as his own. “The government is saying anyone who’s worked for you is now going to have a piece of your business,” said King. “Some of our (nine commercial) licence holders have been cut so much that they will barely have more of the company than their former employees. It’s a slap in the face and it’s completely anti-business.” Under the proposed pilot allocation, the federal department is offering licences to 120 fishers currently employed by commercial licence holders, representing 27 per cent of the overall quota. A further 1.5 per cent would be allocated to licences offered to 30 fishers who currently catch adult eels. King said if the department’s proposal moves forward, it would decimate his company, Atlantic Elver Fishery Limited, without providing any compensation. “Our business is about 20 people and what we’ll be left with will be the owners and managers, who will basically have to fish for themselves,” he said. “We won’t be able to afford to hire anyone.” Michel Samson, a Halifax-based lawyer who represents Wine Harbour Fisheries Ltd., a family-run business on Nova Scotia’s eastern shore, said his clients would go from a pre-2022 quota of 1,200 kilograms to 137 kilograms under the proposed change. “We are at a loss to understand why (the department) has decided to take what has been a successful fishery and somehow completely dismantle it to bring in new entrants,” Samson said. “In our case, it’s even more perverse in that it’s the licence holder’s wife and children who have been offered quota.” Samson said licence holders have accepted the need to increase the participation of First Nations as part of Ottawa's reconciliation efforts. But he says they’ve been left scratching their heads otherwise. “This whole pilot project ... we just can’t understand what the logic is behind this,” Samson said. The federal Fisheries Department was not immediately available for comment on Friday, but in its letter to fishery participants, it said written feedback on the quota redistribution would be accepted until Dec. 16. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 6, 2024. Keith Doucette, The Canadian Press

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has disposed of over 4,000 cases in the first month of new Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi, data released by the top court showed. The top court said that from October 28, 2024 (Monday) to November 29, 2024 (Friday), the court had disposed of 4,372 cases, while 1,853 new cases were instituted. According to the Supreme Court's spokesperson, since his appointment in late October, the court has made significant strides in dispensing justice under the leadership of the new Chief Justice of Pakistan, Yahya Afridi. "These achievements reflect a renewed impetus towards clearing the backlog of cases and providing timely relief," stated the press statement. It added that CJP Afridi and other judges had worked to ensure that the country's highest court remains responsive to the needs of the public. "In addition to accelerating case disposal, the chief justice has placed judicial reforms at the forefront of his agenda," the statement said, adding that over the past month, Chief Justice Afridi has chaired several sessions to review progress in key areas of dispensing justice, including advancements in information technology to modernise court operations, improvements in case management processes, and the optimisation of human resources. "These efforts aim to streamline workflows, reduce delays, and enhance the capacity of judicial staff." Chief Justice Afridi has also prioritised capacity-building and training initiatives to equip judicial officers and staff with the skills needed to address evolving challenges. "Recognising the importance of public engagement, the chief justice has emphasised broader consultation with stakeholders through feedback mechanisms." "These initiatives are designed to make the judiciary more transparent, accessible, and citizen-focused, ensuring that the Supreme Court continues to uphold its constitutional mandate with integrity and efficiency." Repairing SC's Fractures: Afridi's First Step As CJP Is To Overturn Predecessors' Controversial Move Constitutional bench Meanwhile, Chief Justice Afridi has summoned a meeting of the Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) on December 6 to consider the nomination of Justice Shahid Bilal as a member of the Constitutional Bench. An Intra-Court Appeal (ICA) regarding the trial of civilians involved in the May 9 incidents in a military court was put up before a three-judge constitutional committee. The meeting had decided that Justice Ayesha Malik, a member of the bench, could not sit on the bench since she had heard the main case earlier.Cerity Partners LLC grew its holdings in Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ( NASDAQ:ALNY – Free Report ) by 133.6% during the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the SEC. The fund owned 13,019 shares of the biopharmaceutical company’s stock after acquiring an additional 7,445 shares during the quarter. Cerity Partners LLC’s holdings in Alnylam Pharmaceuticals were worth $3,581,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period. Other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also made changes to their positions in the company. Kennedy Capital Management LLC purchased a new stake in shares of Alnylam Pharmaceuticals during the 1st quarter worth approximately $231,000. Tidal Investments LLC lifted its holdings in shares of Alnylam Pharmaceuticals by 292.3% in the 1st quarter. Tidal Investments LLC now owns 10,281 shares of the biopharmaceutical company’s stock valued at $1,536,000 after purchasing an additional 7,660 shares during the last quarter. Swedbank AB acquired a new stake in shares of Alnylam Pharmaceuticals in the 1st quarter valued at about $3,084,000. Cetera Advisors LLC acquired a new stake in shares of Alnylam Pharmaceuticals in the 1st quarter valued at about $238,000. Finally, Teachers Retirement System of The State of Kentucky grew its stake in Alnylam Pharmaceuticals by 8.1% during the 1st quarter. Teachers Retirement System of The State of Kentucky now owns 33,213 shares of the biopharmaceutical company’s stock worth $4,964,000 after buying an additional 2,500 shares during the last quarter. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 92.97% of the company’s stock. Analyst Ratings Changes Several equities research analysts have recently weighed in on ALNY shares. Needham & Company LLC reissued a “buy” rating and issued a $320.00 price objective on shares of Alnylam Pharmaceuticals in a report on Friday, November 1st. JPMorgan Chase & Co. raised their price objective on shares of Alnylam Pharmaceuticals from $248.00 to $280.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a research report on Monday, August 26th. Scotiabank upped their target price on shares of Alnylam Pharmaceuticals from $305.00 to $310.00 and gave the company a “sector outperform” rating in a report on Friday, November 1st. Citigroup raised their price target on Alnylam Pharmaceuticals from $291.00 to $342.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a report on Friday, August 2nd. Finally, TD Cowen upped their price objective on Alnylam Pharmaceuticals from $282.00 to $371.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research note on Monday, October 21st. One research analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating, six have assigned a hold rating and eighteen have given a buy rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat.com, Alnylam Pharmaceuticals has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $298.09. Insider Activity at Alnylam Pharmaceuticals In related news, CMO Pushkal Garg sold 1,682 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, November 26th. The shares were sold at an average price of $250.98, for a total value of $422,148.36. Following the completion of the transaction, the chief marketing officer now owns 17,457 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $4,381,357.86. The trade was a 8.79 % decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which can be accessed through this hyperlink . Also, EVP Tolga Tanguler sold 1,469 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, November 26th. The stock was sold at an average price of $250.98, for a total transaction of $368,689.62. Following the sale, the executive vice president now directly owns 13,191 shares in the company, valued at $3,310,677.18. This represents a 10.02 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The disclosure for this sale can be found here . In the last three months, insiders have sold 8,370 shares of company stock valued at $2,100,703. Insiders own 1.50% of the company’s stock. Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Price Performance Shares of NASDAQ:ALNY opened at $253.07 on Friday. The firm has a market capitalization of $32.64 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of -96.85 and a beta of 0.39. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 31.64, a current ratio of 2.75 and a quick ratio of 2.69. The business’s 50 day simple moving average is $271.48 and its 200-day simple moving average is $240.29. Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Inc. has a 12 month low of $141.98 and a 12 month high of $304.39. Alnylam Pharmaceuticals ( NASDAQ:ALNY – Get Free Report ) last posted its earnings results on Thursday, October 31st. The biopharmaceutical company reported ($0.87) EPS for the quarter, missing analysts’ consensus estimates of ($0.51) by ($0.36). The business had revenue of $500.90 million during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $532.91 million. During the same quarter last year, the firm posted $1.15 EPS. The business’s quarterly revenue was down 33.3% compared to the same quarter last year. As a group, equities analysts forecast that Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Inc. will post -2.21 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Profile ( Free Report ) Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Inc, a biopharmaceutical company, focuses on discovering, developing, and commercializing novel therapeutics based on ribonucleic acid interference. Its marketed products include ONPATTRO (patisiran) for the treatment of the polyneuropathy of hereditary transthyretin-mediated amyloidosis in adults; AMVUTTRA for the treatment of hATTR amyloidosis with polyneuropathy in adults; GIVLAARI for the treatment of adults with acute hepatic porphyria; and OXLUMO for the treatment of primary hyperoxaluria type 1. Recommended Stories Receive News & Ratings for Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Alnylam Pharmaceuticals and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .From , by Bachchoo O Democracy, what have you done??? Breeding nightmares across the globe. Yes, 2024 has been the super year for global elections. People in 70 countries, half the world’s population, went to the polls. If you discount the populations of Russia, China and North Korea, whose “democracies” have infinite quotation marks around them, then the voting nations exceed that 50 per cent. The trumping of Donald Trump and his MAGA (Make America Gaga Again) campaign is only the latest example of the overthrow of incumbent governments. Forty out of 54 voting nations kicked their incumbents out. Very many surveys and analysts attribute Chump’s victory (and this applies to other triumphant Oppositions) to his constant refrain during the campaign asking voters if they had more money in their pockets when he was POTUS or when Joe Biden and Vice-POTUS Kamala Harris had their term. Certainly, the scare stories of immigrants making nations poorer, spreading crime and eating pets, and consequently the promise to deport millions of illegal immigrants from the United States, was a determining factor in the devastating reversal. Analysis of the other elections attribute this tendency to dismiss incumbent governments and parties to precisely the same two factors -- the rise in inflation and prices caused by the Covid-19 pandemic and the fuel crisis after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the fear of an immigrant “invasion”. But is that the whole picture? Certainly, the UK voted in Keir Starmer’s Labour Party with a huge majority, humiliating Hedgie Sunak and the Tories by presenting them with their greatest electoral defeat since 1832 in their long and nasty history. Keir Starmer’s Labour is very centre-left with more crowd-and-capitalist-pleasing-centre than left. His government’s chancellor of the exchequer, Rachel Reeves, presented her first Budget in October. The theme of the Budget was economic restraint. She said Labour was not raising taxes on working people, but only on employers. Economic commentary concludes that the rise in National Insurance she imposed on employers will be passed on, in one way or another, to employees and consumers. In the wake of the Budget after Rachel Reeves’ pronouncements and Keir Starmer’s follow-up support for the Budget, they were asked to define whom they meant by the word “worker”. Answer came there none. At the Labour Party conference, as Ms Reeves was speaking, a heckler interrupted saying that Labour was continuing to sell arms to Israel and contributing to the genocide in Palestine. He was promptly dragged out of the hall. Ms Reeves responded by telling the audience that Labour was not any more a party of “protest” but one that sided with the working class. Not much of answer or even excuse for the continued support to the billionaires of the British arms industry? Across the Channel, in France and Germany (tragically “isolated” now, through Brexit), the voters didn’t quite overthrow the governments but gave a very favourable vote to extreme right-wing parties. Italy voted in a party formerly associated with fascism. Hungary and Turkey (though the latter has not yet been admitted into the European Union but is in Nato) have elected right-wing governments, apologists for Russia’s invasion and bombing of civilians in Ukraine. Democracy, with its traceable origins in Athens -- though undoubtedly there must have been other societies which pioneered government through majority franchise of allowed personnel which didn’t have a recorded influence on subsequent history -- was supposed to reflect the material concerns of the classes that voted. If one believes the analysts who say that the Covid crisis and the wars which the West expends funds on are responsible for high prices, welfare cuts, etc, then yes, the majority who feel a pinch in their pockets voted in the hope that the opposing right-wing parties would loosen the pinching fingers. But then, there are the other elements that distort the democratic ideal of classes voting for their material and social benefit. They vote for religious prejudice, they vote to keep foreigners out of their country, they vote out of fear that some current ideology is distorting their culture... Gentle reader, I confess I voted for the losing side in the Brexit vote. Some of my left-wing friends voted for Britain to leave the EU on the grounds that Polish plumbers, for instance, were coming to the UK and undercutting the wages of British plumbers. I am using “plumbers” here as one category of craftsperson, though of course it applies to a myriad other trades. Yes, Brexit kept the Polish plumbers out. British plumbers could now charge what they wanted to. Millions of working-class families who needed some plumbing in their homes had to pay their price. British plumbers and their unions were served and happy. The working-class families who needed their drains unclogged or taps refitted were not. This “best of all worst systems”, as Winston Churchill said, is not free from the distorting influence of irrational nationalism, religious loyalty or bigotry, racism, xenophobia, conspiracy theories, plausible deceit, the lure of demagoguery and even superstition. These, as we now witness, make for demockracy.Katie was removed by officers from a shop in Lisburn The Police Ombudsman of Northern Ireland have been ‘notified of an incident’ after a young autistic woman was removed from a retail store by PSNI officers in Lisburn earlier this month. Police have also met with the family of the woman in question, but said that the case has not been referred to the Ombudsman “because there is any suspected criminality or inappropriate behaviour which would justify disciplinary proceedings”. Eileen Mitchell said her 19-year old sister, Katie - who is non-verbal, autistic and has learning difficulties - was removed from a branch of the second-hand electronics shop CEX in Lisburn, and was left ‘traumatised’ by the event. Footage of the incident has been widely shared online, and several political representatives have since expressed concern. On Saturday evening, Lisburn and Castlereagh District Commander, Superintendent Kelly Moore said: “We are aware of video footage which is circulating on social media in which officers are seen to be carrying a female from a shop. “Police were called by the female’s mother to provide assistance in the Bow Street area of Lisburn at 6.15pm on Sunday 22nd December. The shop was closing its shutters when a female entered the premises. Officers attended and after discussions with family and staff members for approximately 20 minutes, a 19-year-old female with complex needs was removed from the shop by a family member, assisted by police. One officer was injured during the course of the incident. “This was a very difficult and complex set of circumstances for everyone involved and I have spoken to the family today to discuss their concerns. As an organisation we are committed to continuous learning and any feedback will be reviewed and considered. Our officers are routinely called to challenging situations and as in this case we will always seek a patient approach when dealing with people with complex needs. “The Police Ombudsman for Northern Ireland has been notified of this incident, not because there is any suspected criminality or inappropriate behaviour which would justify disciplinary proceedings, but owing to the widespread public concern and media attention surrounding the release of a short video clip of a few seconds of this incident.” This afternoon, deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly said her party had contacted police on the matter. “Many will be aware of a very troubling incident recorded in Lisburn before Christmas,” she said. “Many have contacted me, sending the clip and expressing serious concerns. "Please be assured, we have reached out and also have contacted the PSNI in relation to the incident.” Earlier, explaining what happened, Ms Mitchell said her sister had entered the shop after she spotted a DVD she wished to purchase, but was told by staff that a sale was not possible as the registers had been taken off due to closing. She shared an image of Kate standing at the till, alongside a video in which she is being carried by several police officers out the front door of the shop. Katie was removed by officers from a shop in Lisburn Watch: Police remove autistic girl from Lisburn shop The post has nearly 10,000 likes and over 8,000 shares, while the group NI Disability and Carers shared the post saying they “have no words” and tagged Chief Constable Jon Boutcher asking him if the response from the officers in the video was acceptable. Speaking to the Belfast Telegraph, Eileen said Katie didn’t understand the situation which occurred after she spotted a DVD she wished to purchase of her favourite cartoon series Thomas the Tank Engine, and hit out at how it was handled by the retailer. “It’s shocking, it’s like something you would have expected 20 years ago, but it’s coming into 2025 and things like this are still happening to vulnerable people,” said Eileen who said she believes it was her parents who called the police in the hopes of helping de-escalating the situation. CEX has been contacted for comment. “To be honest, Katie was very traumatised over this for a long time, it was the shock of it. We don’t know what long term impact it will have, we’re scared Katie will now react if she sees a police officer when out shopping, or if she sees another one of these shops. “I don’t think we can take her shopping in Lisburn either, it’s so traumatic for her. “You just assume that you can call the police in a crisis, and they’ll be able to help and be aware of how to handle vulnerable people, and help the situation.” After the incident, Eileen claims her sister was carried outside of the shop, before she was set down. The police and shop staff then left, as Katie and Eileen’s father attempted to help her. She also said her father stepped in after the incident because he was concerned that due to her low weight, Katie would be hurt when being carried by the officers. “The worst part of it was that she was just left outside the store and everyone just walked off,” she added. “We did hear from the police on Christmas Day who contacted us who told us that it was basically my mum and dads fault - as well as Katie’s fault. They were blaming them.” The family said they have not received any further response from the police. “I shared the video because of how my parents and Katie have been since, they’re really in shock about it all. The fact that several police officers needed to remove a young girl because of a £2 DVD. At the time when Katie wanted to buy it, my mum also said she begged with the shop to do anything that would help, like bringing back the DVD the next day to scan it, or letting them keep the box so the sale could be processed in the morning. “I think we just need more common sense, and a better approach for disabled and vulnerable adults.” The incident comes weeks after the PSNI launched training webinars for police officers in partnership Autism NI . An aspect of the training was to “focus on understanding and responding to the needs of autistic members of the public whilst on duty.” At the time, Autism NI praised the partnership and said it was “ great to see” the organisation's “commitment to supporting both autistic members of the public and autistic staff members”. Sinn Féin councillor Gary McCleave said he had also contacted the PSNI over the incident. “I have made contact with the PSNI regarding this incident,” he said. “This incident highlights the importance that shops and people who work in the public sector receive appropriate training. “I will be speaking with my colleagues who will be raising it with the policing board.” Lagan Valley MP Sorcha Eastwood also said she had contacted the family. "Folks, regarding a video of an incident last week in Lisburn, I've made contact with all parties concerned this evening,” she said. “In order to respect privacy and process, I will not be commenting further. Please rest assured that we are supporting the family and will be following through.” We need your consent to load this Social Media content. We use a number of different Social Media outlets to manage extra content that can set cookies on your device and collect data about your activity.50 jilibet 。

BUTTE VALLEY — Chico High alumnus Rashad Samuels scored 25 of his 26 points in the second half in the Butte College men’s basketball team’s come from behind victory against Consumes River College on Wednesday at Butte College. The Roadrunners defeated the Hawks 77-73 after CRC led Butte 29-20 at halftime. In the second half Butte outscored CRC 57-44 to seal the victory. Samuels made 10 free throws in a row, including four in the final minute. Samuels finished 6-of-11 shooting, 3-of-5 on 3-pointers, and 11-of 13 from the free-throw line. He added three assists. Jessy Maximin scored 12 points and added 15 rebounds, and Asa Arnold scored 14 points and added five assists. Butte (3-4) hits the road for six straight road games beginning at 6 p.m. Friday at Folsom Lake. The Roadrunners play at Diablo Valley College at 3 p.m. Saturday, at Yuba College at 7 p.m. Tuesday, before two games at the Cabrillo Saltwater Classic in Aptos on Dec. 6 and 7. The Roadrunners return home to host Sacramento City College at 6 p.m. Dec. 13.

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NoneIt seems the Ohio State Buckeyes weren’t done throwing hands even after their matchup against the Michigan Wolverines ended this Saturday. Despite facing the favored Buckeyes on the road, the Wolverines kept their win streak alive against their Big Ten rivals. The 2023 CFP champions even managed to knock Ohio State out of the B1G Championship, but it was when they went to demonstrate their territorial conquest that trouble ensued. After defeating the Buckeyes for the fourth straight year, 13-10, Michigan players attempted to plant a flag (with a bold M on it) in the middle of the field. It’s a tradition often seen in CFB games, where the winning team plants the flag to assert dominance over their opponents. Linebacker Kenneth Murray did the same to Ohio State back in 2017, much to the dismay of the fans. But this week, it wasn’t the fans who seemed upset—it was also the Buckeyes squad, who appeared furious. It started with edge rusher Derrick Moore carrying the flag to midfield, which led to some back-and-forth. Then punches were thrown, and kicks too. Both sides landed some solid jabs, with several players getting maced by the authorities. And all of this fight was broadcast on live TV — something Deion Sanders Jr. (son of Deion Sanders) seemed to appreciate. As someone who specializes in recording and sharing moments with the world, he couldn’t help but admire how the camera crew captured “the high wide angle so we can enjoy the full fight.” Another person who seemed to enjoy the fight was Vikings QB JJ McCarthy. Having won the national championship with U-M last year, he’s all too familiar with how intense things can get when the team wins. He expressed his appreciation for the celebration—and perhaps the fight—as part of the game. However, not many viewed the post-game fight as part of the game. Robert Griffin III, for example, shared a brief clip of the altercation and wrote, “No place for this in the game. EVER” Skip Bayless, too, wasn’t happy with how things transpired after the game. However, he mentioned that while planting flags isn’t his style, what the Buckeyes did (throw punches) was justified. He was rather pleased that the home team managed to snatch the flag away. According to Zach Shaw of CBS Sports , Buckeyes DE Jack Sawyer grabbed the flag from Moore’s hands, ripped it off the pole, dropped it to the ground, and stepped on it. It’s quite the image if you want to picture it.Director of people and culture, Nurse Next Door Age 37 I am proud of working with Nurse Next Door for the past 13 years and being part of the company’s amazing growth. When I started, Nurse Next Door had 30 franchises in Canada and today we have over 400 franchises spread across Canada, the U.S., Australia and England. An initiative I am particularly proud of is Caregiving as a Career, which is challenging industry norms, ensuring caregivers are respected, valued and well paid. Caregiving as a Career works to ensure caregivers have job security, benefits and guaranteed hours, trusting their employer has their back. The toughest yet most liberating lessons have been around my own personal and professional development. Challenging myself to look at how I can set my life up differently as a leader, to work through others. This was difficult at first—I was so accustomed to working hard and doing everything myself. It is a work in progress that is highlighted by opening the door for others and stepping into mentorship versus management. It is amazing to see the learnings that have come about from this change in work both myself and amongst our team. I used to think that leadership was about hierarchy and power. Now I know that leadership is quiet. It’s about opening doors for others, boosting up those around you, recognizing the little things and helping others see their own potential. Relationships always come first. Get to know the people you are doing business with, ask them about themselves and their family. Not only is it much more fun, you will learn alot too. Listen to your intuition, especially around people. Success is living a life where you are always striving for excellence, challenging yourself and not settling or allowing for mediocrity. I have an amazing husband and three little kids, ages six, four and three. I am constantly balancing being the mom I want to be with growing my career, embracing self care and continuing to generate a beautiful relationship of 15 years. I love to exercise, I have completed two full marathons and around seven half marathons. I plan to continue living an active and full life, everyday! The sky is the limit. I am committed to continuing to nurture Caregiving as a Career and bringing the Nurse Next Door leadership and development framework—bold kindness—to the world. I am always working on myself and how I show up as a leader and plan to do this while supporting the company to expand into new international markets. This is a massive honour. I want to thank the whole team at Nurse Next Door as I wouldn’t have recieved this without our collective efforts. This award reflects all the amazing work being done across Nurse Next Door. I also want to thank my husband Chris, who is my teammate everyday and without him none of this would be possible. I am so grateful to my parents who support me no matter what, my amazing kids who inspire me daily and our nanny Tess who is always in our corner and supports me in my journey as a mother. When we look at ourselves as 100 per cent responsible for everything in our lives, the journey gets a whole lot more interesting and fun There are so many—organizations I am involved with are JABC, The Forum and YWCA Exercise and walking—workouts at Kondi are my favourite Whistler Miku and Minami hands down; I’m also a sucker for the Naam I love To Be Magnetic, Move With Heart (podcast), Wayne Dyer and Goop Exercising, walking and taking breaks throughout the day to think and reflect Cathy Thorpe has been my mentor for over 10 years—I am forever grateful to her and the whole leadership team at Nurse Next Door This year I had the honour of being a surrogate to twins for my best friend—it has been such a giftUCF head coach Gus Malzahn is resigning to become the new offensive coordinator at Florida State, sources told ESPN on Saturday. Malzahn will be FSU's primary playcaller, a role previously held by head coach Mike Norvell. This marks a distinct shift for Norvell, who has shaken up his staff in the wake of a 2-9 season that concludes Saturday night against Florida. Norvell worked with Malzahn back at Tulsa, when he was Malzahn's graduate assistant in 2007 and 2008. Editor's Picks FSU's Norvell fires both coordinators, WR coach 20d Mark Schlabach From 13-0 to 1-9: How historically bad has Florida State's collapse been? 11d Bill Connelly Recruiting intel: Five-stars flip watch; Georgia, Penn State pushing for a QB commit 7h Eli Lederman The move comes in the wake of two uneven seasons for Malzahn at UCF, as it went 6-7 last year and struggled this season in going 4-8. UCF lost eight of its last nine games to finish this year, and Malzahn would have been considered squarely on the hot seat if he had survived into 2025. His four-year tenure with the Knights ends at 28-24, including 5-13 in the Big 12 over the past two years. In 13 seasons as a college head coach, including stints with Arkansas State and Auburn, Malzahn is 105-62. He reached the BCS title game as Auburn's coach in 2013. Now Malzahn heads to Tallahassee and will attempt to help Norvell bounce back from a season in which the Seminoles went 1-7 in the ACC. FSU is just one year removed from a 13-1 season in which it fell just short of a College Football Playoff berth in a controversial decision. Malzahn is an experienced playcaller; he was Auburn's offensive coordinator and playcaller on its 2010 national title team. The move should help recharge FSU's offense, which never looked in sync in 2024. FSU entered Saturday ranked No. 131 in the country in total offense. In Malzahn's 19 years as a collegiate offensive coordinator or head coach, his offenses have averaged 447.7 yards. They've eclipsed 5,000 yards of total offense in a season 16 times, 6,000 yards eight times and 7,000 yards three times. His last three offenses at UCF have all ranked in the top-10 nationally in rushing. That should marry well with Norvell's pass game, which had been a specialty until the offense never got off the ground this season.

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Cerity Partners LLC Sells 187,395 Shares of Dimensional International Core Equity Market ETF (NYSEARCA:DFAI)LeBron James and the NBA are going to have make room for the NFL on Christmas. That shouldn’t be a problem. Both leagues were winners on Wednesday. Netflix set records as the most-streamed NFL games in U.S. history while the NBA had its best holiday numbers in five years according to Nielsen. The NFL and Nielsen said 65 million U.S. viewers tuned in for at least one minute of one of the two NFL games. The Baltimore Ravens’ 31-2 victory over the Houston Texans averaged 24.3 million while Kansas City’s 29-10 win at Pittsburgh averaged 24.1 according to early viewer figures released by Nielsen on Thursday. The NBA’s five-game slate averaged about 5.25 million viewers per game across ABC, ESPN and its platforms, according to the league and Nielsen. “I love the NFL,” James jokingly said in his televised postgame interview Wednesday night. “But Christmas is our day.” However, Wednesday’s ratings showed that there is room for both. Even though the NBA had the sports calendar to itself on Dec. 25 for many years, the NFL has made Christmas one of its tentpole events during the regular season, joining Kickoff Weekend and Thanksgiving. Hans Schroeder, the executive vice president of NFL Media, took James’ comments in jest while also being joyful about the first season of the league’s three-year partnership with Netflix. “The numbers speak for themselves and LeBron can have his own view, and I’m sure more people will look at that because of this,” he said. “But, you know, we’re focused on the NFL and we’re thrilled with the results this year with the Christmas on Netflix and we’re excited to continue to build that over the next couple of years.” Both NFL games surpassed the previous mark of 23 million for last season’s AFC wild-card game between the Miami Dolphins and Chiefs on Peacock. Viewership for Ravens-Texans peaked with the Beyoncé Bowl. The nearly 13-minute halftime performance averaged over 27 million viewers. The viewer figures include the audience on Netflix, mobile viewership on NFL+ and those who tuned in on CBS stations in Pittsburgh, Kansas City, Baltimore and Houston. Global ratings and final U.S. numbers are expected to be available on Tuesday. The NFL’s Christmas numbers decreased from last season, but not at the rate that usually happens when programming goes from broadcast to streaming. Last year’s three games averaged 28.68 million viewers. The early afternoon contest between the Las Vegas Raiders and Chiefs led the way, averaging 29.48 million on CBS. Once global and Netflix’s first-party data is released, both Christmas games are expected to surpass 30 million. The games were the second- and third-most popular live titles in Netflix history, surpassed only by the Nov, 14 fight between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson. That bout averaged a worldwide audience of 60 million and peaked at 65 million concurrent streams, including 38 million concurrent streams in the United States. There will be at least two NFL games on Christmas next year, but with the holiday falling on a Thursday it is more likely to be three with two afternoon and one prime time. The NFL has had three Thanksgiving Day games since 2006. One of the biggest wins for Netflix on Wednesday: fewer streaming complaints it received. It seems the only gripe from most was that the stream did not immediately go to live action if someone tuned in after the game started. Bela Bajaria, Netflix’s chief content officer, said in statement about the Chistmas broadcasts that the streaming service is thankful for the partnership with the NFL, the on-air talent, and “let’s please not forget the electrifying Beyoncé and the brilliant Mariah Carey.” Beyoncé’s performance was trending number one worldwide socially on X , formerly known as Twitter. The hashtag #NFLonNetflix also trended around the world, reaching a peak of second in Australia, third in the United Kingdom and Germany, fifth in Brazil and France, and sixth in the U.S. The NBA felt it had a banner day, announcing Thursday that all five Christmas games on its schedule — San Antonio at New York in Victor Wembanyama’s holiday debut, Minnesota at Dallas, Philadelphia at Boston, Denver at Phoenix and Lakers-Warriors — saw year-over-year viewership increases. The NBA’s lineup saw an 84% rise over 2023. One reason for the increase is that all five games were on ABC, compared to two last year. The Lakers’ 115-113 victory over the Warriors — a game pitting Olympic teammates James and Stephen Curry — averaged 7.76 million viewers and peaked with about 8.32 million viewers toward the end of the contest, the league said. Those numbers represent the most-watched NBA regular season game in five years. Wednesday’s numbers pushed NBA viewership for the season across ESPN platforms to up 4% over last season. The league also saw more than 500 million video views on its social media platforms Wednesday, a new record. For the NBA, those are all good signs amid cries that NBA viewership is hurting. “Ratings are down a bit at beginning of the season. But cable television viewership is down double digits so far this year versus last year,” NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said earlier this month. “You know, we’re almost at the inflection point where people are watching more programing on streaming than they are on traditional television. And it’s a reason why for our new television deals, which we enter into next year, every game is going to be available on a streaming service.” Part of that new package of television deals that the NBA is entering into next season also increases the number of regular season games broadcast on television from 15 to 75. 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NoneEric Sosu, a member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) communication team, has issued a stern warning to civil society organisations (CSOs), religious leaders, and key opinion figures. According to a report by Ghana Web on Friday, December 27, 2024, Sosu cautioned them against criticising President-elect John Dramani Mahama after he officially takes office following the 2024 elections. Sosu reportedly accused potential critics of Mahama, including some prominent religious leaders and civil society activists, of selective silence during President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s tenure, despite widespread allegations of economic mismanagement and governance failures. He also singled out several individuals and institutions for their perceived bias. Among them was Professor Stephen Adei. Sosu chastised Prof. Adei for his recent comments advising Mahama against removing Electoral Commission (EC) Chairperson Jean Mensa and her deputies, labeling the professor’s stance as hypocritical. He implied that Adei and others had chosen to remain silent during Akufo-Addo’s presidency but now felt emboldened to offer unsolicited advice. Religious bodies, including the Pentecostal Council and the National Peace Council, also came under fire. Sosu continued by accusing some individuals and bodies of tarnishing Mahama’s image during his previous presidency while turning a blind eye to the shortcomings of the current administration. He warned that the party would adopt a more combative stance when Mahama returns to office in 2025. “We are not going to spare anyone as we spared them in 2014, 2015, and 2016; it will be a thing of the past,” he declared. According to him, media figures who allegedly received payments to malign Mahama during his previous tenure would also face scrutiny. “Some of the radio presenters who were paid to destroy the image of Mahama will not be forgiven,” he warned. He made it clear that the party’s grassroots members were ready to confront critics head-on, adding that the NDC would respond decisively to any perceived hypocrisy or unfair criticism. Sosu also directed a plea to Mahama, urging him to refrain from interfering when NDC communicators take on critics. “Your Excellency, we are begging you; it’s time we, the grassroots of the NDC, let them know where they belong. We are not going to leave any stone unturned. Now we have sharpened our mouths like knives with double edges,” he said.

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Leadership survey in Lagos showed that PoS operators were charging between N800 and N1,000 for customers withdrawing N20,000 while customers withdrawing N5,000 or less were charged between N200 and N300. This is despite the warnings of sanctions to be placed on banks that fail to adequately stock their ATMs with cash. A visit to some bank branches showed that many ATMs were out of cash while those that had put a limit of between N5000 and N10,000 on not-on-us cards and N20,000 for cards issued by the bank. The few ATMs that had cash also had long queues as some customers said they were not ready to pay the hefty charges by the PoS operators. A PoS operator, Okolie who spoke with Leadership, said he had to increase the charges as it was difficult to get the cash needed. The operator, who also runs a grocery store, said some of the cash he gives out used to come from customers buying wares, “but all the people buying things since morning are doing transfers and I could not get cash even in the banking hall. I had to hustle for the small cash. That is why I am charging N300 for N5000.” A bank customer who declined to give her name said she had been doing transfers to make some of her “last minute Christmas shopping, but there are some things I need cash for, like paying for transport. Also, I cannot afford not to hold cash as tomorrow is Christmas, what if there is an emergency spending and the bank network is not going, that means I will be stranded.” Ahead of the Christmas holiday, many banks had closed shop early with some branches closing as early as 12 noon while some others closed at 1pm. A customer who wanted to use the banking hall said she could not get cash at all the ATMs she visited and wanted to get some in the banking hall. Meanwhile Nigeria’s currency outside the banking system hit an all-time high of N4.2 trillion as at October 2024. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria showed that currency outside banks had grown from N792 billion in January 2023, when new Naira notes were introduced, and older ones were slated for withdrawal, to the record N4.2 trillion. Total currency outside the banking system rose to N4.2 trillion in October 2024, up from N4 trillion in September 2024, while total currency in circulation rose to N4.5 trillion in October from N4.3 trillion recorded a month earlier. Total money supply in the country stood at N107.6 trillion for the month, slightly lower than the N109.4 trillion reported in the previous month.

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Struggling EV startup Canoo says it has furloughed 82 employees and is idling its factory in Oklahoma while it grasps for the capital needed to survive. The company claims it is in “advanced discussions with various capital sources” to raise emergency funding. The announcement comes just a few days after board member James Chen resigned, and roughly one month after the company saw its chief financial officer and head lawyer depart . Canoo is also facing multiple lawsuits from suppliers over alleged late payments. The new furloughs cap what has been a rough year for the startup. The company has undergone multiple rounds of layoffs and furloughs, and closed the Los Angeles office that used to serve as its headquarters. Canoo’s chief technology officer left in August , and all of the company’s founders are now gone. In the meantime, it has been kept afloat by loans from the venture firm run by its CEO, Tony Aquila. It’s unclear what Canoo was making at its facility in Oklahoma before deciding to pause operations there. So far, the company has delivered electric vans to NASA, USPS, Walmart, and the Department of Defense for testing. But it has failed at its broader ambitions of ramping up manufacturing for other commercial customers. In an unsigned statement, Canoo said: “We regret having to furlough our employees, especially during the holidays, but we have no choice at this point. We are hopeful that we will be able to bring them back to work soon.” Aquila did not immediately respond to a request for comment.Trump vows to pursue executions after Biden commutes most of federal death row

Global energy executive joins Prometheus Hyperscale to accelerate sustainable data center growth and provide strategic counsel on $10B flagship project in Evanston, Wyoming HOUSTON , Nov. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prometheus Hyperscale, a leading developer of sustainable hyperscale data centres, is delighted to announce the appointment of Bernard Looney as Chairman of the Board of Directors. Mr. Looney, former CEO of BP, brings to the role more than three decades of energy sector expertise – from the frontline to the boardroom. He will provide strategic guidance on the development of the company's growth plans, including its $10B flagship data center in Evanston, Wyoming , which will be among the largest facilities of its kind in the world when completed. The announcement of Mr. Looney's appointment comes as societies and large technology companies grapple with how to power the explosive growth in artificial intelligence (AI). The International Energy Agency (IEA) estimates that by 2026 data centers globally will use over 1,000 terawatt-hours (TWh) annually, around the same as Japan uses today. Against this backdrop of soaring demand and squeezed supply, Prometheus is pioneering new standards in hyperscale data center operations. These approaches include harnessing a variety of energy sources to power its data centers, including renewables, natural gas and possibly nuclear at a later date through our strategic partnership with Oklo. Prometheus aims for its data centers to not impact grid customers. Another key challenge is the enormous amount of power and water used to cool data centers to prevent the servers from overheating. Prometheus Hyperscale uses a unique liquid cooling system that dramatically outperforms traditional air-cooling methods, reducing energy consumption by up to 50%. This system also utilises deep underground water reservoirs and captures the waste heat to reuse or sequester it. It's believed that Prometheus Hyperscale's flagship project will be the first hyperscale data center in the United States to combine liquid heat transfer and heat reuse technologies. Founded by Trenton Thornock , an experienced leader in energy, finance and infrastructure, Prometheus Hyperscale's flagship project in Evanston, Wyoming , promises to be the most advanced sustainable data center in the United States , and one of the largest in the world, when it becomes operational in 2025/26. The 1GW-capacity developed site will cover an area of 640-acres (one square mile), making it approximately three quarters the size of New York's Central Park. Four further sites are currently earmarked across Arizona and Colorado . As Chairman, Mr. Looney will ensure the successful execution of Evanston as well as Prometheus's broader business goals. His appointment comes following the recent announcement that Trevor Neilson , a renowned climate technology entrepreneur and philanthropist, will serve as the company's President. It's estimated that $1 trillion will be invested in the U.S. in data centers in the next five years – with an additional $1 trillion internationally. Trenton Thornock , Founder and CEO of Prometheus Hyperscale commented: "Having Bernard Looney join as Chairman is a tremendous step forward for Prometheus. Bernard's track record and transformative leadership in the energy sector aligns perfectly with our vision for the future of data centers. His insights, as well as his extensive operational and project delivery experience, will be invaluable as we bring our flagship project in Evanston, Wyoming to life and set new benchmarks for sustainable digital infrastructure." Trevor Neilson , President of Prometheus Hyperscale, commented: "Bernard is the perfect person to guide Prometheus as we form partnerships across the energy sector to access low-carbon electrons that will power the future of AI. His extensive industry experience and leadership will be instrumental as Prometheus establishes itself at the forefront of sustainable data center operations." Bernard Looney commented: "I am delighted to join Prometheus Hyperscale at this pivotal moment as the world grapples with the intersection of AI, Energy and Sustainability. Innovative power solutions are desperately needed to ensure that AI is unleashed to tackle some of the biggest global challenges including healthcare, economic growth, and the energy transition. We must work to find solutions that lead to Net Positive AI – where the benefits to our world outweigh any costs. The flagship Evanston project is one such solution and I look forward to lending a helping hand, working alongside Trenton, Trevor, and the entire Prometheus team to help bring this vision to life. I can't imagine a more exciting challenge." Factsheet: Prometheus Hyperscale's Flagship Project in Evanston, Wyoming Prometheus's site in Evanston, Wyoming , aims to redefine sustainable infrastructure in the data center industry, setting a new benchmark for operational excellence and environmental responsibility. Key aspects of the project include: Extensive Land and Power Capacity: The project encompasses a 12,000-acre ranch, including a dedicated 640-acre plot (about 1 square mile) for data center facilities. Prometheus has secured an initial 120 MW of grid power through Rocky Mountain Power, with plans for an additional 120 MW, ensuring robust power availability without curtailment risks. On-Site Renewable and Low-Carbon Power Generation: With an on-site generation goal of over 1 GW, which will make it one of the largest data centers in the world, Prometheus is incorporating a mix of wind, solar and gas power sources. Additionally, the company has a strategic partnership with Oklo focused on next-generation fission-based nuclear power, delivering reliable, sustainable baseload energy to the campus. High-Performance Fiber Connectivity: The Evanston site will connect directly to the Northern transcontinental fiber trunk, offering high-speed, low-latency connections between the East and West Coasts. With agreements for up to 400G of service and plans to scale up to 800G when commercially available, the project is poised to meet the rigorous connectivity needs of AI, cloud, and high-performance computing clients and to be one of the biggest data centers in the world. Cutting-Edge Liquid Cooling Technology: Prometheus's unique liquid cooling systems will be deployed to achieve unparalleled energy efficiency by capturing and reusing waste heat. This innovative solution is specifically engineered for high-performance computing environments and will play a critical role in reducing the carbon footprint of the facility. Strategic Location and Access to Skilled Labor: Located 80 miles from Salt Lake City, Utah , the Evanston site benefits from proximity to a large, skilled workforce, bolstered by a regional Journeyman Lineman program focused on data center operations. This strategic location supports the project's operational and expansion goals while reinforcing Prometheus's commitment to regional economic growth. For more information about Prometheus Hyperscale and its sustainability initiatives, please visit www.prometheushyperscale.com . About Prometheus Hyperscale Prometheus Hyperscale, founded by Trenton Thornock , is revolutionizing data center infrastructure by developing sustainable, energy-efficient hyperscale data centers. Leveraging unique, cutting-edge technology and working alongside strategic partners, Prometheus is building next-generation, liquid-cooled hyperscale data centers powered by cleaner energy. With a focus on innovation, scalability, and environmental stewardship, Prometheus Hyperscale is redefining the data center industry for a sustainable future. View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/bernard-looney-appointed-chairman-of-the-board-of-directors-at-prometheus-hyperscale-302314829.html SOURCE Prometheus HyperscaleBluesky finds with growth comes growing pains — and botsMetro Inc. stock outperforms market despite losses on the dayjoshlia mmk 。

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MONTREAL — Montreal Canadiens defenceman Mike Matheson was not available for Tuesday's game against the Utah Hockey Club due to a lower-body injury. The Canadiens announced his injury half an hour before puck drop. Jayden Struble took his place in the lineup as Montreal (7-11-2) faced Utah (8-10-3) for the first time. Matheson participated in the morning skate but missed practice on Monday. The 30-year-old from nearby Pointe-Claire, Que., leads all Montreal blueliners with 13 points (one goal, 12 assists) in 20 games as the lone defenceman on the team's top power-play unit. Struble has one goal and three assists in 15 games this season. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 26, 2024. The Canadian Press

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NonePublished 5:03 pm Monday, December 23, 2024 By Harold Robinson East Carolina will be playing against North Carolina State in the Military Bowl Saturday at 5:45 p.m. That was the very bowl game Ruffin Mc Neill coached in the first year he was head coach at ECU. Lincoln Riley was the offensive coordinator and Brian Mitchell was the defensive coordinator. It was cold that week and Washington D. C. had a blanket of snow. A young head coach with several young assistant coaches that year, hmmm, this is what we have this year. Rather than play Maryland, as in the past, we will play our longtime, close to home rival, NC State. We will have to play our best game for us to win. We have a head coach with four games under his belt, coach Blake Harrell. The transfer portal will have a lot to do with the game. several East Carolina players have entered the transfer portal and will not be allowed to play. NCSU has the same problem. We will be going to the game and visiting my daughters! Annapolis is only hours from where they live in Ocean City MD. While visiting them for Christmas and getting in some shopping at the outlets there, we will go to the bowl game with the kids and cheer on the Pirates!! Wishing the Pirates all the luck in the world! Tracey and I will be cheering them on from the stands as always. I hope everyone has a great holiday with their families. Go Pirates! They were the best of times with the best of friends and in the best of places Washington, N.C. The Original Washington! Harold Jr.Centralisation push A single election diminishes the role and priorities of the States and can only marginalise them. The drive towards ‘one nation, one election’ (ONOE) is to have India as a unitary, unidimensional, single-language nation, which it certainly is not. We are one because we are different. ONOE is essentially to dislodge regional parties as they appear to have stymied the Bharatiya Janata Party’s expansion moves. This push from the government leads to needless structural imbalance and a disruption of the concept of cooperative federalism. ‘One nation, one election’ is another step towards the centralisation of many aspects of administration and schemes. The ‘cost’ angle is unclear, as to date, the savings for simultaneous polls have not been quantified. H.N. Ramakrishna, Bengaluru Rural employment scheme The Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme is meant to eliminate seasonal unemployment in the agrarian sector. Put differently, the services of farmers/agricultural labourers during the lean season are utilised in the said scheme to create infrastructural assets in rural areas. It is disheartening that corruption plagues the scheme in West Bengal (Page 1, December 23). India is a federal country, and it is imperative that the Union government and States work in unison to ameliorate the economic condition of the poor in rural and urban areas. Politics, red-tapism and corruption are least expected in labour-intensive and socio-economic welfare programmes. S. Ramakrishnasayee, Chennai Music season, safety This time of the year, Chennai is busy with its annual Marghazi music season. City residents and non-resident Indians alike throng the numerous sabhas, enjoying music and the other performing arts apart from tasting exotic food items despite their being exorbitantly priced. But what is not so great about the situation is that many of the sabhas are not implementing the required statutory fire safety regulations, putting lives at risk. Statutory fire safety regulations such as smoke detection systems and alarms, unimpeded passage ways, fire evacuation plans and strategies, and, importantly, trained employees to handle a possible fire outbreak, are conspicuously absent in many of the sabhas. It is a common sight that when popular artists perform, people are allowed to sit on staircases. More chairs are brought in to seat more people, blocking all escape routes. The live kitchen adjoining the auditorium in many places is another potential fire hazard! The authorities concerned should, in the interest of public safety, inspect the various performing centres and have the required fire safety protocols implemented immediately. B. Swaminathan, Chennai Published - December 24, 2024 12:24 am IST Copy link Email Facebook Twitter Telegram LinkedIn WhatsApp Reddit letters

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Londynn Jones scored 15 points, making all five of her 3-pointers, and fifth-ranked UCLA stunned No. 1 South Carolina 77-62 on Sunday, ending the Gamecocks’ overall 43-game winning streak and their run of 33 consecutive road victories. The Gamecocks (5-1) lost for the first time since April 2023, when Caitlin Clark and Iowa beat them in the NCAA Tournament national semifinals.

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Building on the success of the first movie, "Sonic the Hedgehog 2" continued the exciting journey of Sonic, Tom, and their new ally, Tails, as they faced off against the villainous Knuckles. The film further expanded the Sonic universe and introduced iconic characters while delivering even more thrilling action and heartwarming moments.Detroit-area library says Chicago man can keep overdue baseball book — 50 years laterFirstly, resilience and recovery were prominent features of China's economic performance in November. Despite facing challenges such as the Evergrande crisis and global supply chain disruptions, China's economy continued to display resilience, with key economic indicators showing signs of recovery. GDP growth remained steady, industrial production rebounded, and retail sales showed improvements, reflecting the economy's ability to withstand and bounce back from setbacks.News of the inventive rescue quickly spread across social media, with many praising the quick thinking and resourcefulness of the firefighter. Comments and likes flooded in, lauding the collaborative efforts of the students and the selfless dedication of the firefighter in coming to the aid of a peer in distress.

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Omniverse Africa Announces Strategic Partnership With GIZ/DTC Nigeria For Omniverse Summit 2025TOKYO, Dec. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MEDIROM Healthcare Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: MRM) announces that its subsidiary MEDIROM MOTHER Labs Inc. raised to date an aggregate total of 260.3 million yen (approximtaely USD $ [1.7] million calculated at an exchange rate of JPY[153.64] to US$1) at a pre-money equity valuation of JPY9 billion (approximately USD $ [58.6] million calculated at an exchange rate of JPY[153.64] to US$1) in its Series A equity financing. NFES Technologies Inc. is the lead investor in the financing round, and several public companies in Japan, including M3, Inc. (TOKYO PRIME: 2413) and Elematec Corporation (TOKYO PRIME: 2715), as well as certain individual investors are also participating. The Series A equity financing round is still ongoing. MEDIROM MOTHER Labs has closed financings with six investors to date and intends to conclude the financing round by December 31, 2024. “We are very excited that our MEDIROM MOTHER Labs subsidiary has received such significant validation from strategic partners as our lead investor NFES Technologies Inc. as well as M3,Inc and Elematec Corporation. The pre money valuation of 9 billion yen is approximately multiples of MEDIROM’s current NASDAQ listing market capitalization which I believe further validates our technology, business model and growth potential.” said Kouji. The MOTHER Bracelet® is currently in commercialization. From July 1, 2024 through October 31, 2024, MEDIROM MOTHER Labs received purchase orders for an aggregate of over 25,000 units from its B2B sales channel. “We believe the MOTHER Bracelet® to be the world’s first fitness tracker that requires no electric charging by utilizing an innovative technology that enables the user’s body heat to generate electricity. We co-developed it with Matrix Industries, based in Silicon Valley and believe its features are cutting-edge technology with rich features and ease of use to track fitness levels, sleep patterns, pulse and body temperature We will continue to target markets such as hospitals, nursing homes and gyms, where such data is vital,” said Yoshio Uekusa, CEO of MEDIROM MOTHER Labs. ABOUT MEDIROM MOTHER Labs Inc. A subsidiary of MEDIROM Healthcare Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: MRM) (“MEDIROM”), MEDIROM Mother Labs Inc. focuses on the health-tech sector. The company’s core activities include the "Specific Health Guidance Program" offered through the "Lav" health application and development and sales of the 24/7 recharge-free MOTHER Bracelet®︎ smart tracker. By leveraging the features of the recharge-free MOTHER Bracelet®︎, MOTHER Labs offers customizable health management solutions across diverse sectors, including caregiving, logistics, manufacturing, and similar industries. Forward-Looking Statements Regarding MEDIROM and MOTHER Labs Certain statements in this press release are forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provisions under the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements may include estimates or expectations about MEDIROM’s possible or assumed operational results, financial condition, business strategies and plans, market opportunities, competitive position, industry environment, and potential growth opportunities. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by terms such as “may,” “will,” “should,” “design,” “target,” “aim,” “hope,” “expect,” “could,” “intend,” “plan,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “believe,” “continue,” “predict,” “project,” “potential,” “goal,” or other words that convey the uncertainty of future events or outcomes. These statements relate to future events or to MEDIROM’s future financial performance, and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause MEDIROM’s actual results, levels of activity, performance, or achievements to be different from any future results, levels of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements because they involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which are, in some cases, beyond MEDIROM’s control and which could, and likely will, affect actual results, levels of activity, performance or achievements. Any forward-looking statement reflects MEDIROM’s current views with respect to future events and is subject to these and other risks, uncertainties and assumptions relating to MEDIROM’s operations, results of operations, growth strategy and liquidity. Some of the factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements in this press release include: More information on these risks and other potential factors that could affect MEDIROM’s business, reputation, results of operations, financial condition, and stock price is included in MEDIROM’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), including in the “Risk Factors” and “Operating and Financial Review and Prospects” sections of MEDIROM’s most recently filed periodic report on Form 20-F and subsequent filings, which are available on the SEC website at www.sec.gov . MEDIROM assumes no obligation to update or revise these forward-looking statements for any reason, or to update the reasons actual results could differ from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements, even if new information becomes available in the future. MEDIROM Healthcare Technologies Inc. NASDAQ Symbol: MRM Tradepia Odaiba, 2-3-1 Daiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan Web https://medirom.co.jp/en Contact: ir@medirom.co.jp MEDIROM MOTHER Labs Inc. Tradepia Odaiba, 2-3-1 Daiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan For more information visit: https://mother-bracelet.comChina National Social Security Fund Corporation (CNSSF) announced that Xia Zhengyan's qualification as an independent director has been approved by the relevant authorities. Xia Zhengyan, a seasoned professional in the financial industry, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the board of directors of CNSSF, adding further strength and diversity to the leadership team.AP News Summary at 6:19 p.m. EST

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On February 15, 2022, Guan Zhiou was officially appointed as the Secretary of the Party Group of the Ministry of Natural Resources. This significant announcement comes at a crucial time when the Ministry of Natural Resources continues to play a pivotal role in managing China's diverse natural resources and promoting sustainable development.In a significant blow to cybercriminal activities in Europe, law enforcement authorities have successfully shut down the infamous underground hacker marketplace Manson Market. The operation, which led to the arrest of two key operators of the illicit platform, has been hailed as a major victory against cybercrime in the region.Lastly, the third part of the proverb, "windy on the twenty-first," focuses on the presence of strong winds on the twenty-first day of December. Windy conditions on this date are believed to signify a particularly harsh and bitter winter ahead. The combination of wind and cold temperatures can make the winter months more challenging, affecting everything from outdoor activities to energy consumption.Man City collapse ‘difficult to swallow’ – Pep Guardiola

Humble Bundle Bungles Indiana Jones Release, Briefly Offers the $70 Game for FreeTwo-time Tennessee Tech University graduate Roy West now holds a top post in Tennessee government: serving as chief of staff to State Treasurer David H. Lillard Jr. But the Hardin County native and first-generation college graduate’s path could have easily turned out very different. “A month after I graduated high school, my father passed away,” West recalled. “I considered not going to college. I thought I might stay and help take care of my family, but my mother pushed me to get my degree.” West ended up enrolling at Tech on a full-tuition ROTC scholarship in the fall of 2009. While the scholarship allowed West his pick of universities, Tech’s friendly campus atmosphere and strong academic offerings sealed his decision. “I liked the way the campus felt,” said West. “I liked the size of it. I liked the way that students were active on campus.” Once in Cookeville, West immersed himself in campus life by participating in student government, rushing a fraternity, serving as a resident assistant and other roles. West chose a major in political science, where he found mentors in Tech faculty like professors Lori Maxwell and Michael Gunter. He further honed his skills by participating in the Tennessee Legislative Internship Program, a paid internship at the state legislature for which Tech selects a small handful of its best students each year. “It exposed me to how things actually work and how government is involved in people’s lives,” said West. “I saw how important it is that people who work in government are knowledgeable and competent.” Wanting to ensure his own knowledge and competence stayed sharp, West remained at Tech following completion of his undergraduate degree in 2013 and earned his MBA in 2015. During those years, West worked in the office of Tech President Phil Oldham, where he got an up-close look at the inner workings of the institution he called home. “I saw that President Oldham is a really innovative thinker,” said West. “He was always someone willing to empower you to do your best work and get things done. He’s just a genuine person.” After a stint working at the family business, opportunity came calling when fellow Tech alum Ashley Nabors — now the assistant treasurer for financial empowerment for the Tennessee Department of Treasury — informed West of an open position in her program area. West joined the department in 2016 as coordinator to launch its Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) program, an initiative designed to help Tennesseans with disabilities save money to pay for qualified expenses. His success in the role led to continual promotions, from manager of pre-retirement planning to director of special projects, to director of legislative and agency affairs, culminating with a promotion to the chief of staff post in 2022. As the State Treasurer’s right-hand aide, West now helps lead a 300-person agency that manages or oversees more than $125 billion. “We’re a relatively small state agency in terms of personnel, but we pack a large punch,” said West. “I think that’s due to the fact that we have such highly educated individuals who are capable of taking on huge challenges.” Among those highly educated individuals are plenty of other Tech alums. Besides fellow officers in the department like Nabors, West explains that there are Tech graduates dispersed throughout the agency, especially in the accounting division. “The Treasury Department is a great place to work and a great place for individuals to grow,” said West. “We provide leadership opportunities, and we provide individuals with the ability to seek additional certifications. It’s something any college student interested in public service should seriously consider.” West himself has taken advantage of the department’s support for continuing education, recently earning his Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation. Still, he says the best part of the job is seeing the positive impact on Tennesseans. “The Treasurer runs about 15 different programs for the state, and you get to see all the ways the office impacts citizens and families and increases the financial wellbeing of Tennesseans,” said West. “What we do on a daily basis has meaningful impact for others.” Outside of his government service, West has leveraged his Tech MBA in other ways, including starting a high-performance electrolyte business called Ballast Electrolytes with fellow Tech alum Alex Martin. The company manufactures and sells zero-calorie, zero-sugar electrolytes for athletes and others looking for healthy beverage options. As West reflects on his road to success, he says that Tech helped prepare him for where he is today. “I really felt like, when I was at Tennessee Tech, there were so many opportunities to engage in a professional setting in a way that, once I got to the workforce, I felt truly prepared,” he concluded. “Regardless of your major, Tech has always produced high-quality graduates.”92 jili 。

Share Tweet Share Share Email Have you ever wondered what makes a visionary like Elon Musk tick? How does a single individual revolutionize industries as diverse as electric vehicles, space exploration, and artificial intelligence? The answer lies not just in intellect but in personality. Understanding personality through frameworks like the Enneagram and MBTI can provide profound insights into how individuals approach challenges, innovate, and lead. In this article, we explore the relationship between personality, technology, and Elon Musk—a tech titan whose personality is as groundbreaking as his achievements. What is Personality? At its core, personality encompasses the traits, behaviors, and thought patterns that make each individual unique. It influences how people interact with the world, solve problems, and pursue goals. By understanding personality, we can uncover the motivations and potential of individuals, including leaders and innovators. To learn more about the importance of personality, visit our comprehensive guide on Personality Types . Personality Typing Systems: Enneagram and MBTI The Enneagram The Enneagram categorizes personalities into nine distinct types, each with a core motivation and fear. These types are further nuanced by wings, subtypes, and stress-growth dynamics. For instance: Type 5 (The Investigator): Driven by a need to understand and master complex ideas. Type 8 (The Challenger): Motivated by a desire for control and the ability to challenge the status quo. Learn more about Enneagram types, including detailed analyses, on our Enneagram Overview page . The MBTI The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) identifies 16 personality types based on four dichotomies: Introversion (I) vs. Extraversion (E) Sensing (S) vs. Intuition (N) Thinking (T) vs. Feeling (F) Judging (J) vs. Perceiving (P) For example, an ENTJ (The Commander) personality type is characterized by strategic vision, decisiveness, and natural leadership—traits often associated with high achievers in the tech industry. Explore more about MBTI Personality Types to see how these traits align with your own. Elon Musk: A Personality-Driven Tech Visionary Elon Musk exemplifies how personality traits can drive technological innovation. By analyzing his personality through the lens of the Enneagram and MBTI, we gain valuable insights into his success. Enneagram Analysis: Type 5w6 or 8w7? Musk’s relentless pursuit of knowledge and mastery aligns closely with Type 5 (The Investigator) . His ventures into highly technical fields like AI and aerospace reveal a deep intellectual curiosity. The 5w6 subtype adds a layer of cautious pragmatism, balancing his risk-taking tendencies with calculated decision-making. Alternatively, his bold leadership style and unyielding drive to challenge norms resonate with Type 8 (The Challenger) . The 8w7 subtype highlights his charisma, energy, and ability to rally teams toward ambitious goals, such as colonizing Mars. Learn more about these types on our detailed Enneagram Type Profiles. MBTI Analysis: ENTJ or INTJ? Musk’s strategic vision and ability to execute complex ideas strongly suggest an ENTJ (The Commander) personality. ENTJs thrive in roles that require long-term planning and decisive action, both hallmarks of Musk’s approach to Tesla, SpaceX, and Neuralink. Alternatively, his introspective nature and focus on futuristic possibilities may indicate an INTJ (The Architect) personality. INTJs are known for their visionary thinking and preference for innovation over tradition. Explore how these traits manifest in different industries on our Personalityin page. The Intersection of Personality and Technology Musk’s personality traits directly influence his technological achievements. Here’s how: Curiosity Drives Innovation: As a Type 5 or INTJ, Musk’s insatiable curiosity leads him to tackle problems others deem impossible, such as creating reusable rockets or developing AI-powered brain interfaces. Bold Leadership: Traits from Type 8 or ENTJ allow Musk to take calculated risks, inspire teams, and push boundaries in industries resistant to change. Visionary Thinking: Musk’s ability to envision a sustainable future, from electric mobility to space exploration, stems from his introspective and strategic personality. For more on the role of personality in technology, check out our analysis of Personality and Innovation. What Can We Learn from Musk’s Personality? Understanding Elon Musk’s personality offers lessons for anyone aspiring to innovate in technology: Know Your Strengths: Discovering your Enneagram or MBTI type can help you leverage your natural talents. Embrace Risk: Boldness, a hallmark of Musk’s personality, is often necessary to achieve groundbreaking results. Stay Curious: Lifelong learning fuels creativity and problem-solving. Learn how your personality type can empower you in your career by visiting our Career Paths by Personality section. Explore Your Personality Want to uncover your personality type and how it influences your career or creativity? Dive into detailed Enneagram and MBTI analyses on PersonalityIn . Learn how your unique traits can drive success in your personal and professional life. Conclusion Elon Musk’s personality, characterized by intellectual curiosity, bold leadership, and visionary thinking, demonstrates the profound impact of personality on technological innovation. By understanding your own personality through tools like the Enneagram and MBTI, you too can unlock your potential to achieve extraordinary goals. For more insights into personality types, visit PersonalityIn and begin your journey of self-discovery today. Related Items: Elon Musk , Shapes Share Tweet Share Share Email Recommended for you Elon Musk and Donald Trump Team Up? OpenAI Reacts Against Co-founder Elon Musk Elon Musk Reveals SEC Handed him ‘Settlement Demand’ After Twitter Buyout Probe Comments

DAMASCUS, Syria — Syria's prime minister said Monday that most cabinet ministers were back at work after rebels overthrew President Bashar Assad , but some state workers failed to return to their jobs, and a United Nations official said the country's public sector had come “to a complete and abrupt halt." Meanwhile, streams of refugees crossed back into Syria from neighboring countries, hoping for a more peaceful future and looking for relatives who disappeared during Assad's brutal rule. There were already signs of the difficulties ahead for the rebel alliance now in control of much of the country. The alliance is led by a former senior al-Qaida militant who severed ties with the extremist group years ago and has promised representative government and religious tolerance. The rebel command said Monday they would not tell women how to dress. “It is strictly forbidden to interfere with women’s dress or impose any request related to their clothing or appearance, including requests for modesty,” the command said in a statement on social media. Nearly two days after rebels entered the capital, some key government services had shut down after state workers ignored calls to go back to their jobs, the U.N. official said, causing issues at airports and borders and slowing the flow of humanitarian aid. Rebel leader Ahmad al-Sharaa, who was long known by his nom de guerre Abu Mohammed al-Golani, also met for the first time with Prime Minister Mohammad Ghazi Jalali, who stayed in Syria when Assad fled. “You will see there are skills" among the rebels, al-Sharaa said in a video shared on a rebel messaging channel. Israel said it carried out airstrikes on suspected chemical weapons sites and long-range rockets to keep them from falling into the hands of extremists. Israel also seized a buffer zone inside Syria after Syrian troops withdrew. In northern Syria, Turkey said allied opposition forces seized the town of Manbij from Kurdish-led forces backed by the United States, a reminder that even after Assad's departure, the country remains split among armed groups that have fought in the past. The Kremlin said Russia has granted political asylum to Assad , a decision made by President Vladimir Putin . Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov declined to comment on Assad’s specific whereabouts and said Putin did not plan to meet with him. Damascus was quiet Monday, with life slowly returning to normal, though most shops and public institutions were closed. In public squares, some people were still celebrating. Civilian traffic resumed, but there was no public transport. Long lines formed in front of bakeries and other food stores. There was little sign of any security presence though in some areas, small groups of armed men were stationed in the streets. Across swathes of Syria, families are now waiting outside prisons , security offices and courts, hoping for news of loved ones who were imprisoned or who disappeared. Just north of Damascus in the feared Saydnaya military prison, women detainees, some with their children, screamed as rebels broke locks off their cell doors. Amnesty International and other groups say dozens of people were secretly executed every week in Saydnaya, and they estimate that up to 13,000 Syrians were killed between 2011 and 2016. “Don’t be afraid," one rebel said as he ushered women from packed cells. "Bashar Assad has fallen!” In southern Turkey , Mustafa Sultan was among hundreds of Syrian refugees waiting at border crossings to head home. He was searching for his older brother, who was imprisoned under Assad. “I haven’t seen him for 13 years," he said. "I am going to go see whether he’s alive.” Jalali, the prime minister, has sought to project normalcy since Assad fled. “We are working so that the transitional period is quick and smooth,” he told Sky News Arabia TV on Monday, saying the security situation had already improved from the day before. At the court of Justice in Damascus, which was stormed by the rebels to free detainees, Judge Khitam Haddad, an aide to the justice minister in the outgoing government, said Sunday that judges were ready to resume work quickly. “We want to give everyone their rights,” Haddad said outside the courthouse. “We want to build a new Syria and to keep the work, but with new methods.” But a U.N. official said some government services had been paralyzed as worried state employees stayed home. The public sector “has just come to a complete and abrupt halt," said U.N. Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Syria Adam Abdelmoula, noting, for example, that an aid flight carrying urgently needed medical supplies had been put on hold after aviation employees abandoned their jobs. “This is a country that has had one government for 53 years and then suddenly all of those who have been demonized by the public media are now in charge in the nation’s capital,” Abdelmoula told The Associated Press. "I think it will take a couple of days and a lot of assurance on the part of the armed groups for these people to return to work again.” Britain and the U.S. are both considering whether to remove the main anti-Assad rebel group from their lists of designated terrorist organizations. Hayat Tahrir al-Sham began as an offshoot of al-Qaida but cut ties with the group years ago and has worked to present a more moderate image. The group's leader, al-Sharaa, “is saying some of the right things about the protection of minorities, about respecting people’s rights,” British Cabinet minister Pat McFadden said, adding that a change would be considered “quite quickly.” But British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, speaking later during a visit to Saudi Arabia, said it was "far too early” to make that decision. In Washington, a Biden administration official noted that HTS will be an “important component” in Syria's future and that the U.S. needs to “engage with them appropriately.” Another administration official said the U.S. remains in a “wait and see” mode on whether to remove the designation. Both officials requested anonymity to discuss the ongoing internal deliberations. State Department spokesman Matthew Miller told reporters that such designations are constantly under review. Even while it is in place, the designation does not bar U.S. officials from speaking with members or leaders of the group, he said. The U.S. also announced it was sending its special envoy for hostage affairs to Beirut to seek information about the whereabouts of Austin Tice, a journalist who vanished in Syria 12 years ago and who President Joe Biden has said is believed to be alive. Israelis welcomed the fall of Assad, who was a key ally of Iran and Lebanon's Hezbollah militant group, while expressing concern over what comes next. Israel says its forces temporarily seized a buffer zone inside Syria dating back to a 1974 agreement after Syrian troops withdrew in the chaos. “The only interest we have is the security of Israel and its citizens," Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar told reporters Monday. Saar did not provide details about the targets, but the British-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said they included weapons warehouses, research centers, air defense systems and aircraft squadrons. Israel has carried out hundreds of airstrikes in Syria in recent years, targeting what it says are military sites related to Iran and Hezbollah . Israeli officials rarely comment on individual strikes. Syria agreed to give up its chemical weapons stockpile in 2013, after the government was accused of launching an attack near Damascus that killed hundreds of people . But it is widely believed to have kept some of the weapons and was accused of using them again in subsequent years. Officials in Turkey, which is the main supporter of the Syrian opposition to Assad, say its allies have taken full control of the northern Syrian city of Manbij from a U.S.-supported and Kurdish-led force known as the Syrian Democratic Forces, or SDF. The SDF said a Turkish drone struck in the village of al-Mistriha in eastern Syria, killing 12 civilians, including six children. Turkey views the SDF, which is primarily composed of a Syrian Kurdish militia, as an extension of the banned Kurdistan Workers’ Party, or PKK, which has waged a decades-long insurgency in Turkey. The SDF has also been a key ally of the United States in the war against the Islamic State group. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Monday warned against allowing Islamic State or Kurdish fighters to take advantage of the situation, saying Turkey will prevent Syria from turning into a “haven for terrorism.” Mroue reported from Beirut and Goldenberg from Tel Aviv, Israel. Associated Press writers Suzan Fraser in Ankara, Turkey, Mehmet Guzel at the Oncupinar border crossing in Turkey, Jamey Keaten in Geneva, and Aamer Madhani and Matthew Lee in Washington contributed to this report. Follow the AP's Syria coverage at https://apnews.com/hub/syria

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December 2, 2024 This article has been reviewed according to Science X's editorial process and policies . Editors have highlightedthe following attributes while ensuring the content's credibility: fact-checked trusted source proofread by Cynthia Eller, California Institute of Technology Most of us are familiar with the process of making budgetary decisions by committee. A group of people, each with their own preferences and goals and representing different interests, must decide among themselves how to allocate resources. Such committees are typically rule bound: Decisions are made by majority rule or by unanimous consent, or some other mechanism. Economists have theories about how humans behave in these situations and what decision-making mechanisms lead to the most efficient outcomes. Caltech professor of economics Marina Agranov tests these theories. "I'm trying to understand whether these theories have what we call empirical bite and how theories may need to be modified to better predict human behavior." "When there is a fixed budget, the unanimity rule gets a lot of criticism, and for good reason," Agranov explains. "With a unanimity rule, each person has veto power. It's enough that one voter rejects a proposal for it to fail. Even if a proposal is reasonable and fair, such that no one should vote against it, humans are human. They may take issue with a proposal for emotional reasons or because of group dynamics, for example. Deciding by the vote of the majority is the more efficient rule in this instance, the rule most likely to result in timely outcomes." But what happens when a budget is not fixed but could, for example, become larger in the future? How might budget committee members bargain with one another given such uncertainty? "Theoretically," Agranov says, "in a world with stochastic—that is, changing and uncertain—budgets, the unanimity rule offers some benefits. Under majority rule in such scenarios, committee members often rush to approve small budgets out of fear that, if they delay, they may be excluded from future coalitions. These rushed decisions frequently lead to inefficiency. In contrast, unanimity requires all members to agree, which can encourage the committee to delay decisions until the budget grows larger, resulting in better outcomes, on average, for everyone." This is the economic theory that Agranov and her colleagues set out to test in the lab. "The lab has a notable advantage compared to the field, where we would be examining human behavior in real-world settings," Agranov says, "In the lab, I can fix the rules of the game, control the budgets, and observe people negotiating and making decisions. If we find that the theory fails in the very simple environment of the lab, it is unrealistic that it would hold water in the field." In order to model the situation of bargaining under uncertainty, Agranov's team recruited 288 participants and organized them into groups of three-member budget committees. All of the participants sat at their own computer, with no face-to-face interaction with other committee members, who were not identified to them (although they could communicate with one another via chat). Each round of the game began when one person was selected, at random, to be the agenda-setter. The agenda-setter could either create a proposal for how to divide the budget the committee was given or could choose to delay making a proposal. If the proposal was made, the other committee members were then asked to vote on the proposal, that is, either accept or reject it. The minimum number of votes required to pass the proposal was either two (the majority voting rule) or three (unanimous support). If the agenda-setter chose to delay bargaining or the proposal did not receive the minimum number of votes required, then the committee moved on to the next bargaining round with a 20% chance that the bargaining was over, and all committee members would receive nothing. "This last element of unpredictability mimics the discounting rate idea according to which people prefer to get a dollar today rather than tomorrow," Agranov explains. The 20% chance of ending the game is equivalent to valuing $1 as 80 cents in the next period. Discover the latest in science, tech, and space with over 100,000 subscribers who rely on Phys.org for daily insights. Sign up for our free newsletter and get updates on breakthroughs, innovations, and research that matter— daily or weekly . Different experiments varied the process governing the evolution of the budget across bargaining rounds. In all experiments, participants started with a $24 budget in the first bargaining round. In some experiments, if the bargaining reached the second round, third, or any further round, then there was a 50/50 chance that the budget would either rise to $48 or remain at $24. In other experiments, there was a 50/50 chance that the budget would either rise to $96 or remain at $24. Finally, these experiments with stochastic budgets were compared to the benchmark in which the budget was always $24 regardless of the bargaining round. These scenarios are meant to model committees that meet regularly. "We are most interested in standing committees, committees that don't just meet one day and never interact with one another again," Agranov explains. "They have repeated interactions. Most committees are like this, so understanding how bargaining operates in standing committees provides more insight into real-world group dynamics." Experimental data, in this case, align with theory: Although the presence of a unanimity rule cripples the work of a one-and-done committee effort to distribute resources by giving each party veto power, it allows for more fruitful ongoing bargaining in a standing committee. Most importantly, committees that use a unanimity voting rule are more patient and, as a result, are more likely to appropriate large budgets than committees that use a majority voting rule. How do people get to these efficient outcomes? "In our experiment, if you have three people and $24, the most egalitarian distribution is going to be $8 for each person," Agranov says. "Under majority rule, you should not advocate for an egalitarian distribution, because if you can get only one other person on board with your proposal, the two of you can take a higher share of the total. But when you introduce more uncertainty about future budgets, people make more egalitarian offers. This incentivizes all committee members to be patient and wait for the large budget to arrive even if sometimes it means getting zero payoff because of the discounting kicking in." The reason for this enhanced egalitarianism in the stochastic situation is linked to the delay in reaching consensus, Agranov says. "If you offered only one person a positive share and you excluded the third person, in the next round the person you excluded is likely to retaliate against you. So you are actually better off being more egalitarian today to ensure that if your immediate proposal fails, tomorrow's proposal will be more likely to include benefits to you." The paper describing this research, "Bargaining in the Shadow of Uncertainty," is in the November 2024 issue of American Economic Journal: Microeconomics . Co-authors include Hülya Eraslan of Rice University and Chloe Tergiman of Penn State University. More information: Marina Agranov et al, Bargaining in the Shadow of Uncertainty, American Economic Journal: Microeconomics (2024). DOI: 10.1257/mic.20220327 Provided by California Institute of TechnologyBrock Purdy gives massive clue to his status for 49ers' critical Week 12 matchup with Packers

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WASHINGTON - Jimmy Carter held a unique place in US politics: he was the oldest former president and a Nobel peace laureate, but his one term in office was forever tainted by his inability to end the 1979 Iran hostage crisis. Carter, who died Sunday at the age of 100, arguably wielded his greatest influence not during his 1977-1981 term in the White House, but in the decades following, when he served as a global mediator, rights activist and elder statesman. The Southern Democrat, who left 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue in January 1981 after a crushing election loss to Ronald Reagan, was perceived as naive and weak in the dog-eat-dog world of Washington politics. Even within his own party, the Georgia native with the broad toothy grin -- a "born-again" Christian who taught Sunday school well into his 90s -- was something of a persona non grata for a long time. But as the years passed, a more nuanced image of Carter emerged, one that took in his post-presidential activities and reassessed his achievements, like the brokering of a peace deal between Israel and Egypt. He placed a commitment to human rights and social justice at the core of his tenure as the 39th president of the United States. That dedication later served as the cornerstone of The Carter Center, which he founded in 1982 to pursue his vision of world diplomacy, earning broad international praise. Carter represented a new generation of Southern men who were more tolerant and progressive on issues of race. The former president -- who had been both a naval officer and a peanut farmer -- heartily embraced his roots. "I am a Southerner and an American," said Carter, a virtual unknown on the national political scene when he launched his presidential campaign ahead of the 1976 election. - From farm to White House - James Earl Carter Jr. -- the full name he rarely used -- was born on October 1, 1924 in the small farm town of Plains, Georgia, south of Atlanta -- the same town where he lived out his golden years. After seven years in the navy, where he worked on the nuclear submarine program and rose to the rank of lieutenant, he returned home to run the family peanut farm. But eventually, politics came calling. He served in Georgia's state senate and took over as governor in 1971. Only a few years later, his unlikely White House bid began. Carter arrived in Washington in January 1977, sworn in to head a country needing a strong leader to dispel the gloom left over from the Vietnam War, the Watergate scandal and a deep recession. For the first time since 1968, the Democrats controlled the White House and Congress, so hopes were high as Carter took office. - 'Extraordinarily difficult' - He enjoyed a strong first two years, with high approval ratings. A shining moment of his term in office was the historic 1978 Camp David Accords signed by Israel's Menachem Begin and Egypt's Anwar Sadat, which ultimately led to a peace treaty the following year. Carter also established diplomatic relations with China following the rapprochement initiated by then-president Richard Nixon, and endorsed solar energy, even installing solar panels on the White House. But his administration hit numerous snags, the most serious being the Iran hostage crisis and the disastrous failed attempt to rescue the 52 captive Americans in 1980. His handling of the renewed oil crisis in 1979-1980 was also sharply criticized. Images of cars lined up at gas stations were long associated with his presidency. In the wake of Carter's defeat at the polls, the Democratic Party weathered a political storm -- 12 years of Republican presidents in Reagan and George H.W. Bush. Even now, few Democrats claim to be picking up Carter's mantle. In a biography published in 2010, historian Julian Zelizer, a professor at Princeton University, said Carter had fallen victim to "an extraordinarily difficult set of circumstances that would have challenged any president." - 'Best ex-president' - But Carter bounced back in perhaps the most spectacular reinvention of any US leader and was often called America's "best ex-president." Carter founded his eponymous center in Atlanta and emerged as a prominent international mediator, tackling some of the most intransigent global dilemmas -- including North Korea and Bosnia in the 1990s. He monitored dozens of elections around the world, from Haiti to East Timor, and went to Cuba in 2002 for a historic meeting with then longtime communist leader Fidel Castro to prod him on human rights. Carter won a host of awards including the 2002 Nobel Peace Prize and the highest US civilian award, the Presidential Medal of Freedom. He won three Grammys for best spoken-word album, a category that included audiobooks. Carter maintained a busy schedule into his 90s. He and wife Rosalynn helped build houses for the charity Habitat for Humanity for decades. Rosalynn died in November 2023 at age 96. The couple had three sons and a daughter. In August 2015, Carter revealed he had cancer on his brain and was undergoing radiation treatment. At the time of his diagnosis, Carter said that while the presidency was the "pinnacle" of his political career, "life since the White House has been personally more gratifying." During a church service in November 2019 in Plains, Carter looked back -- with serenity, and a touch of humor -- at his battle with cancer. "I assumed, naturally, that I was going to die very quickly," he said. "I obviously prayed about it. I didn't ask God to let me live, but I asked God to give me a proper attitude toward death." "And I found that I was absolutely and completely at ease with death."Black Friday brings some great deals on advent calendars, and with December approaching, now's the perfect time to grab one. Whether you're shopping for kids, pets or yourself, these calendars offer more exciting surprises than your typical chocolate-behind-a-door option. I've rounded up calendars that bring something different to the countdown experience. From LEGO builds to daily tea tastings, these picks make the wait until Christmas more fun. Here are my favorite options, all offering good value for their unique contents. Quick links Best advent calendar deals

The top 5 best sweeps casinos to play at before New Year’sTHE year may be coming to an end but some court cases in 2024 left residents shocked to the core. Here are five court cases which rocked Colchester in the last 12 months. A case like no other had Colchester and the country holding its breath, as the IT worker from Churchsfield, West Mersea, was found guilty and sentenced for committing a double murder. His victims, Stephen and Carol Baxter, were his friends and employers before they were poisoned in their home with a lethal dose of painkillers in April 2023. After a six-week trial, a jury found D’Wit unanimously guilty, learning about an altered last will, and a network of fake personas to manipulate the family from within. Luke D'Wit (Image: Essex Police) During the trial, the prosecution claimed that D’Wit, of Churchfields, West Mersea, administered a fatal dose of fentanyl to the couple and watched them die through a mobile device. The court heard how he created a web of different personas to befriend Carol and the rest of the family, including a doctor who gave specific health advice. The court was also told that D'Wit rewrote the Baxters' will to make himself a beneficiary and in control over the family bathmat business. He was sentenced to spend the next 37 years of his life in prison. Before passing his sentence, Judge Lavender said: "You ended their lives and brought grief and misery to the lives of others. "All of the family have made statements where they have eloquently and movingly expressed their profound loss and suffering." The Ann Marie McEvoy, 40, woman was found guilty by a jury of two counts of wounding with intent after an incident in November 2022. McEvoy, of Church Walk, Colchester, was found unfit to stand trial or enter a plea due to mental health difficulties, leading to a fact-finding trial being held at Lincoln Crown Court in June. The defendant was part of an eight-hour stand off with Lincolnshire Police, the court was told, which ended with McEvoy being arrested by armed officers who forced entry to the address where she stayed. Police recovered a large kitchen knife, which she previously used to deter an officer from her door, as it was captured by body-worn cameras and shown to the jury. The defence in this case argued there was no evidence linking the defendant to the knife. McEvoy was found unanimously to have carried out the acts she had been accused of, but a sentencing was adjourned. Bar owner Daniel Chappell denied causing the death of a 17-year-old girl, who died after suffering “catastrophic” injuries after being struck by a car on Hythe Hill in August 2021. Chappell, 37, was convicted unanimously by a jury of causing death by dangerous driving, despite claiming he was blinded by car headlights during the collision. He sparked disbelief when he shared pictures on social media saying he was planning to go on a trip and posts captioned ‘What a beautiful day to be alive’, which were branded “disgusting” by the prosecution and “gobsmacking” by the ruling judge. Daniel Chappell (Image: Daniel Rees, Newsquest) Chappell, of Prince Phillip Road, was given a one-year sentence suspended for two years, 30 days of alcohol rehabilitation activities, 300 hours of unpaid work and 120 days of abstinence monitoring requirements. James Baines, 24, was spared jail in April after he admitted five counts of possessing indecent images. Baines’ home in King Stephe Road was raided in 2023 and police discovered a mobile phone which had hundreds of images of sexual abuse on it. A further search uncovered three videos of the most serious category, depicting penetration of a child whilst they are in pain or distress. The supermarket worker received an eight-month prison term suspended for two years, 30 days of rehabilitation activity requirements, £340 in fines and an entry on the sex offenders’ registry for the next ten years. An extensive investigation by Essex Police’s Child Abuse Investigation Team, launched in 2016, saw a successful end in December, when Stephen Gallagher was sentenced to 25 years behind bars. Gallagher, 59, of Normandy Avenue, financially and emotionally manipulated his victims and tried to accuse victims of lying, as he denied all allegations. He was found guilty of ten offences at a trial at Ipswich Crown Court in May. Stephen Gallagher (Image: Essex Police) The judge said the effects on his victims were severe and would last a lifetime, as police praised the bravery of those who came forward to report the crimes. Det Sgt Carol Astbury, investigating officer in the case said: “These victims have waited eight years since reporting to get justice and hold Gallagher accountable. “The trial was postponed twice and sentencing adjourned three times however the victims remained patient and strong."admitted his relief after seeing nightmare run come to an end at the Etihad. The champions beat 3-0 to win their first game in eight attempts. It was City's first triumph since October - and halted the worst sequence of results in Guardiola's managerial career. But City's joy was tempered by injuries to defenders Manuel Akanji and Nathan Ake. Guardiola said: "We needed it (the win). Come and join The Daily Star on , the social media site set up by ex-Twitter boss Jack Dorsey. It's now the new go-to place for content after a mass exodus of the Elon Musk-owned Twitter/X. Fear not, we're not leaving , but we are jumping on the bandwagon. So come find our new account on , and see us social better than the rest. 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You'll receive an email with all of the top football stories. You can also sign up for our sport email, Off the Ball, for all the latest darts, boxing, snooker, F1 stories and more, Guardiola said: "I'm so happy for him. Last season he was many months injured and this season as well. I'm so happy he's back. He fought a lot and he's back with his physicality. He played 75 fantastic minutes." Guardiola was also pleased with Jack Grealish's display in midfield and he added: "He played in the middle and was involved in many things. "He played really good, I'm so happy for him. I know his quality, he can even play as a holding midfielder. He can keep the ball and break the lines." Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo said: "I'm not saying it was bad performance, and there were positive things to take from it. We had chances but couldn't take them. But we should be proud of ourselves because we tried, and this performance should allow us to continue to grow."

Farrakhan leads Hampton past Duquesne 64-59Billionaires may soon be able to purchase life-extending pills, leading to a world filled with "posh, privileged zombies," according to one claim. This alarming prediction comes from one of Britain's most successful tech entrepreneurs, amid concerns that AI and biotech are advancing so quickly that anti-ageing tablets could be just years away. High-profile American business magnates like Amazon 's Jeff Bezos, PayPal co-founder Peter Thiel, and ChatGPT's Sam Altman are the latest to invest their fortunes in regenerative medicine, reports SWNS. 'I’m 74 - I flaunt my body and I don't care what people think' Over 50s should add aloe vera to skincare routine for three huge benefits Their goal is to extend human lifespan through drugs and technologies that keep cells youthful and disease-free for longer periods However, Phil Cleary, founder of The SmartWater Group, has urged these Silicon Valley giants to "stop playing God" in their quest to defeat death. Instead, he suggests they use their vast wealth to help the world's poorest children survive into adulthood. Mr Cleary, a fellow of the Royal Society of Arts for his contribution to British industry, believes that if these multi-billion-dollar investments were redirected towards humanitarian aid instead of "legacy-building ventures," hundreds of millions of young lives could be saved. Cleary, the author of Elixir, a novel that delves into the harmful effects of life-prolonging drugs on society, described the pursuit of the ultimate medical breakthrough as an "ego-driven folly" that could result in a world filled with "posh, privileged zombies." He said: "At the rate technology is evolving, it will only be a matter of time before life-extending drugs become freely available to those who can afford them." He added: "But Silicon Valley's relentless chase for the fountain of youth is a fear-led, ego-driven folly that comes at a terrible humanitarian cost to the planet and to its most vulnerable inhabitants." "A pill that prolongs people's lives, even by a few decades, would create an unjust, inequitable world packed with posh, privileged zombies predominately white, middle-class folk who could afford to buy the drugs in the first place." DON'T MISS: ‘I’m a cosmetologist - two anti-aging products are so important and affordable' 'I'm mistaken for someone years younger due to Korean anti-aging products' 'I rubbed fruit on my face for anti-aging – it made my skin so bright and tight' According to the World Health Organization, around 100,000 people die from age-related diseases daily, yet scientists have long been split over what causes aging and what, if anything, can be done about it. Aging doesn't directly cause death, but it does increase the risk of fatal diseases like Alzheimer 's, heart disease and cancer . Some experts point fingers at mitochondria, the powerhouses of cells, which may produce harmful compounds over time that age vital molecules and proteins. Others suggest that aging might be due to "senescent" cells that our body fails to clear out as they go dormant. The only scientifically backed method to halt aging is calorie restriction, eating about two-thirds of your normal intake, which has been shown to boost lifespan by 50% in animals, hinting at the possibility of humans living up to 180 years. Meanwhile, anti-aging research is advancing swiftly as scientists aim to decode and control the molecular mechanisms behind ageing. A breakthrough came in July when a team from MRC Laboratory of Medical Science, Imperial College London, and Duke-NUS Medical School in Singapore unveiled a drug that extended the lives of lab mice by nearly 25%. Numerous influential entrepreneurs are investing heavily in biotech firms dedicated to prolonging human life. Jeff Bezos reportedly poured $3 billion into Altos Labs, marking the largest biotech company launch ever, while PayPal co-founder Peter Thiel has backed the Methuselah Foundation, whose goal is to make "90 the new 50." In a groundbreaking move last April, Sam Altman, the mind behind ChatGPT, invested a hefty $180 million into the biotech startup Retro BioScience. The company's mission, as stated on its website, is to pioneer "cellular reprogramming" and it's reportedly on track to unveil a clinical proof-of-concept within the next four years. Dr. Niamh Middleton, a theologian from the University of Dublin, warned of the existential risks posed by Silicon Valley's quest for longevity. Dr. Middleton said "Aside from the many religious arguments, God's divine plan among them, I would think it safe to say that humanity could be lost forever as we know if life-extending drugs are brought to the market by private companies for commercial gain." She added. "In our pursuit of extending life, let us first turn our attention to the most vulnerable among us. Rather than focusing on costly measures for personal longevity, let us channel our resources and efforts towards eradicating the scourge of childhood starvation, reflecting the true Christian call to compassion and justice."Powell: Fed's independence from politics is vital to its interest rate decisions WASHINGTON (AP) — Chair Jerome Powell said the Federal Reserve’s ability to set interest rates free of political interference is necessary for it to make decisions to serve “all Americans” rather than a political party or political outcome. Speaking at the New York Times’ DealBook summit, Powell addressed a question about President-elect Donald Trump’s numerous public criticisms of the Fed and of Powell himself. During the election campaign, Trump had insisted that as president, he should have a “say” in the Fed’s interest rate policies. Despite Trump’s comments, the Fed chair said he was confident of widespread support in Congress for maintaining the central bank’s independence. UnitedHealthcare CEO kept a low public profile. Then he was shot to death in New York NEW YORK (AP) — Brian Thompson led one of the biggest health insurers in the US but was unknown to the millions of people his decisions affected. The fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare's chief executive on a midtown Manhattan sidewalk early Wednesday swiftly became a mystery that riveted the nation. Police say it was a targeted killing. Thompson was 50. He had run health care giant UnitedHealth Group Inc.'s insurance business since 2021. It provides health coverage for more than 49 million Americans. He had worked at the company for 20 years. The business run by Thompson brought in $281 billion in revenue last year. Thompson's $10.2 million annual compensation package made him one of the company’s highest-paid executives. Trump nominates cryptocurrency advocate Paul Atkins as SEC chair President-elect Donald Trump says he intends to nominate cryptocurrency advocate Paul Atkins to chair the Securities and Exchange Commission. Atkins is the CEO of Patomak Partners and a former SEC commissioner. Trump calls Atkins a “proven leader for common sense regulations.” In the years since leaving the SEC, Atkins has made the case against too much market regulation. The SEC oversees U.S. securities markets and investments. If confirmed next year by the new Republican-led Senate, Atkins would replace Gary Gensler, who's been leading the U.S. government’s crackdown on the crypto industry. Atkins was widely considered the most conservative SEC member during his tenure and known to have a strong free-market bent. Australia is banning social media for people under 16. Could this work elsewhere — or even there? It is an ambitious social experiment of our moment in history. Experts say it could accomplish something that parents, schools and other governments have attempted with varying degrees of success — keeping kids off social media until they turn 16. Australia’s new law was approved by its Parliament last week. It's an attempt to swim against many tides of modern life — formidable forces like technology, marketing, globalization and, of course, the iron will of a teenager. The ban won’t go into effect for another year. But how will Australia be able to enforce it? That’s not clear, nor will it be easy. White House says at least 8 US telecom firms, dozens of nations impacted by China hacking campaign WASHINGTON (AP) — A top White House official says at least eight U.S. telecom firms and dozens of nations have been impacted by a Chinese hacking campaign. 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The district says the online retailer still charged residents of two ZIP codes millions of dollars for a service that provides speedy deliveries. The complaint filed on Wednesday in District of Columbia Superior Court revolves around Amazon’s Prime membership service. The lawsuit alleges Amazon in mid-2022 imposed what it called a delivery “exclusion” on the two low-income ZIP codes. An Amazon spokesperson says the company made the change based on concerns about driver safety. The spokesperson says claims that Amazon's business practices are discriminatory are “categorically false.” Biden says 'Africa is the future' as he pledges millions more on the last day of Angola visit LOBITO, Angola (AP) — President Joe Biden has pledged another $600 million for an ambitious multi-country rail project in Africa as one of the final foreign policy moves of his administration. He told African leaders Wednesday that the resource-rich continent of more than 1.4 billion people had been “left behind for much too long. But not anymore. Africa is the future.” Biden used the third and final day of his visit to Angola to showcase the Lobito Corridor railway. The U.S. and allies are investing heavily to refurbish train lines in Zambia, Congo and Angola in a region rich in critical minerals to counter China's influence. The end of an Eras tour approaches, marking a bittersweet moment for Taylor Swift fans NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The global phenomenon that is Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour is coming to an end after the popstar performed more than 150 shows across five continents over nearly two years. Since launching the tour in 2023, Swift has shattered sales and attendance records. It's even created such an economic boom that the Federal Reserve took note. 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Mead football has put on a defensive masterclass this season, and its efforts have kept it nearly undefeated leading into the Class 3A state semifinals. Its only blemish came during the last week of the regular season against Windsor, which Pomona defeated just last week. Now, the second-seeded Mavericks will face off with No. 3 Pomona for a shot at the state championship. The last time they made an appearance in the title game, in 2021, they lost to Fort Morgan. Now, they have a shot at redemption, but the road won’t be easy. Game details: Saturday, 1 p.m., at Mead High School How Mead can win: Defense, defense, defense. The Mavericks have already shown that they can keep opposing offenses off of the field, and never gave up more than 15 points in a contest before last week’s 34-23 win over No. 7 Pueblo Central. That will be key against a Pomona team that knows how to put up big numbers. How Pomona can win: Keep Mead guessing. The Panthers have proven they can run and throw the ball well, having amassed 2,641 rushing yards and 1,331 passing yards between their two quarterbacks, Tucker Ingersoll and Emmitt Munson. While Munson holds most of the rushing yards with 1,072, he’s far from the only player who can pick up significant yardage. Matchup to watch: Munson vs. Mead’s defense. Last week, the Mavericks held an offensive juggernaut for Pueblo Central, Amari Brown, to just 136 rushing yards. By taking him out of the equation, the Mavericks cruised to victory. They’ll need to do the same for Munson, whether he’s in the pocket or not. To date, Mead has picked up 30.5 sacks and 772 tackles. View a list of Prep sports and high school teams we cover.

Vertex Pharmaceuticals's VRTX short percent of float has risen 5.42% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 4.50 million shares sold short , which is 1.75% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 4.52 days to cover their short positions on average. Why Short Interest Matters Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. Short selling is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises. Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish. See Also: List of the most shorted stocks Vertex Pharmaceuticals Short Interest Graph (3 Months) As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Vertex Pharmaceuticals has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted. Comparing Vertex Pharmaceuticals's Short Interest Against Its Peers Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis. According to Benzinga Pro , Vertex Pharmaceuticals's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 5.14%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers. Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it. This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor. © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indianapolis Colts defense started this season struggling. It couldn't stop the run, couldn't keep teams out of the end zone, couldn't get off the field. Now the script has flipped. Defensive coordinator Gus Bradley's group is playing stouter, holding teams — even the high-scoring Detroit Lions — largely in check long enough to give Indy a chance to win, and it's the Colts offense that has struggled. “They are playing their tails off. You don’t want them on the field a bunch and as an offense you want to be able to play complementary football,” running back Jonathan Taylor said after Sunday's 24-6 loss. “I would say specifically on offense, it sucks when you can’t help your defense out when they are fighting their tails off all game.” Indy's defense held up its end of the bargain by limiting the Lions (10-1) to 14 first-half points and allowing just 24, matching Detroit's lowest output since Week 3. The problem: Even when the Colts (5-7) did get Detroit off the field, they couldn't sustain drives or score touchdowns. Again. Anthony Richardson provided the bulk of the ground game by rushing 10 times for 61 yards, mostly early. Taylor managed just 35 yards on 11 carries and a season-high 10 penalties constantly forced the Colts to dig out from deep deficits. Part of that was by design. “We knew Jonathan Taylor was going to be the guy we needed to shut down,” Lions coach Dan Campbell said. “We did that. The quarterback runs. It got us on a couple but overall, we did what we needed to do, and we kept them out of that game." Part of it could be because of an injury-battered offensive line that has started three rookies each of the past two weeks and finished the previous game with the same three rookies. Whatever the fix, Indy needs a good solution. There is good news for Indy is that its schedule now gets substantially more manageable. After losing four of five, all to teams in playoff position and three to division leaders, Indy faces only one team with a winning record in its final five games. The most recent time the Colts played a team with a losing mark, Richardson rallied them past the New York Jets 28-27. But Colts coach Shane Steichen knows that's not the answer. The Colts must get this offense righted now. “We’ve got to get that figured out. We’ve got to get him going on the ground,” Steichen said when asked about Taylor, who has 92 yards on his past 35 carries. “We’ll look at the offensive line. We’ll look at everything." Pass rush. Pro Bowl DT DeForest Buckner's presence certainly has been felt since he returned from a sprained ankle Oct. 27. In those past five games, the Colts have had 14 sacks, including three of Jared Goff on Sunday. Penalties. The Colts have had one of the cleanest operations in the league most of this season. Sunday was an anomaly, but one that can't merely be written off. WR Michael Pittman Jr. The five-year veteran is one of the league's toughest guys, but playing through a back injury appeared to take its toll on Pittman's productivity. Since sitting out in Week 10, Pittman has 11 receptions for 142 yards including six for 96 yards, his second-highest total of the season, Sunday. Tight ends. Each week the Colts want their tight ends to make an impact. And each week, they seem to fail. It happened again Sunday when Drew Ogletree dropped a TD pass that would have given Indy a 10-7 lead. Instead, Indy settled for a field goal and a 7-6 deficit. Through 12 games, Indy's tight ends have a total of 26 catches, 299 yards and two TDs. That's just not good enough in a league where versatile, productive tight ends increasingly signal success. Pittman and WR Josh Downs both returned to the game after leaving briefly with shoulder injuries. WR Ashton Dulin did not return after hurting his foot in the second half. But the bigger questions come on the offensive line. LT Bernhard Raimann (knee) was inactive Sunday, and rookie center Tanor Bortolini entered the concussion protocol Monday. Bortolini was one of three rookie starters the past two weeks, replacing Pro Bowler Ryan Kelly who is on injured reserve. 55.88 — Indy has scored touchdowns on 55.88% of its red zone trips this season. While it puts it near the middle of the NFL, it's cost the Colts multiple wins. Richardson needs to rebound from this latest 11 of 28 performance and show he can lead the Colts to victories week after week. He'll get plenty of chances over the season's final month, starting with next week's game at the New England Patriots. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nflNEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stock indexes rose to more records Wednesday after tech companies talked up how much of a boost they’re getting from the artificial-intelligence boom. The S&P 500 climbed 0.6% to add to what’s set to be one of its best years of the millennium. It’s the 56th time the index has hit an all-time high this year after climbing in 11 of the last 12 days . The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 308 points, or 0.7%, while the Nasdaq composite added 1.3% to its own record. Salesforce helped pull the market higher after delivering stronger revenue for the latest quarter than analysts expected, though its profit fell just short. CEO Mark Benioff highlighted the company’s artificial-intelligence offering for customers, saying “the rise of autonomous AI agents is revolutionizing global labor, reshaping how industries operate and scale.” The stock price of the company, which helps businesses manage their customers, jumped 11%. Marvell Technology leaped even more after delivering better results than expected, up 23.2%. CEO Matt Murphy said the semiconductor supplier is seeing strong demand from AI and gave a forecast for profit in the upcoming quarter that topped analysts’ expectations. All the optimistic talk helped Nvidia , the company whose chips are powering much of the move into AI, rally 3.5%. It was the strongest force pushing upward on the S&P 500 by far. They helped offset an 8.9% drop for Foot Locker, which reported profit and revenue that fell short of analysts’ expectations. CEO Mary Dillon said the company is taking a more cautious view, and it cut its forecasts for sales and profit this year. Dillon pointed to how keen customers are for discounts and how soft demand has been outside of Thanksgiving week and other key selling periods. Retailers overall have offered mixed signals about how resilient U.S. shoppers can remain. Their spending has been one of the main reasons the U.S. economy has avoided a recession that earlier seemed inevitable after the Federal Reserve hiked interest rates to crush inflation. But shoppers are now contending with still-high prices and a slowing job market . This week’s highlight for Wall Street will be Friday’s jobs report from the U.S. government, which will show how many people employers hired and fired last month. A narrower report released Wednesday morning suggested employers in the private sector increased their payrolls by less last month than economists expected. Hiring in manufacturing was the weakest since the spring, according to Nela Richardson, chief economist at ADP. The report strengthened traders’ expectations that the Fed will cut its main interest rate again when it meets in two weeks. The Fed began easing its main interest rate from a two-decade high in September, hoping to offer more support for the job market. The central bank had appeared set to continue cutting rates into next year, but the election of Donald Trump has scrambled Wall Street’s expectations somewhat. Trump’s preference for higher tariffs and other policies could lead to higher inflation , which could alter the Fed’s plans . Fed Chair Jerome Powell said Wednesday that the central bank can afford to cut rates cautiously because inflation has slowed from its peak two years ago and the economy remains sturdy. A separate report on Wednesday said health care, finance and other businesses in the U.S. services sector are continuing to grow, but not by as much as before and not by as much as economists expected. One respondent from the construction industry told the survey from the Institute for Supply Management that the Fed’s rate cuts haven't pulled down mortgage rates as much as hoped. Plus, “the unknown effect of tariffs clouds the future.” In the bond market, the yield on the 10-year Treasury fell to 4.18% from 4.23% late Tuesday. On Wall Street, Campbell’s sank 6.2% for one of the S&P 500’s sharper losses despite increasing its dividend and reporting a stronger profit than analysts expected. Its revenue fell short of Wall Street’s expectations, and the National Football League’s Washington Commanders hired Campbell’s CEO Mark Clouse as its team president. Gains for airline stocks helped offset that drop after JetBlue Airways said it saw stronger bookings for travel in November and December following the presidential election. It also said it’s benefiting from lower fuel prices, as well as lower costs due to improved on-time performance. JetBlue jumped 8.3%, while Southwest Airlines climbed 3.5%. All told, the S&P 500 rose 36.61 points to 6,086.49. The Dow climbed 308.51 to 45,014.04, and the Nasdaq composite rallied 254.21 to 19,735.12. In stock markets abroad, South Korea’s Kospi sank 1.4% following a night full of drama in Seoul. President Yoon Suk Yeol was facing possible impeachment after he suddenly declared martial law on Tuesday night, prompting troops to surround the parliament. He revoked the martial law declaration six hours later. In the crypto market , bitcoin climbed near $99,000 after Trump said he would nominate Paul Atkins , a cryptocurrency advocate, to chair the Securities and Exchange Commission. AP Writers Matt Ott and Zimo Zhong contributed.

PCMC project of solid waste transfer stations hits a roadblockEAGAN, Minn. (AP) — Jonathan Greenard was gassed, gasping for breath and gulping some water late in the game on Minnesota's sideline, having chased around Arizona quarterback Kyler Murray to the point of sheer exhaustion after fighting through an illness all week. The Cardinals faced fourth down in those closing seconds on Sunday , trailing by one, and Greenard needed a break.

jiliko photos Bitcoin ( BTC 1.30% ) enthusiasts are rejoicing as the cryptocurrency continues to set new all-time highs. Earlier this month it surpassed its long-held high of just under $74,000 and in a few short weeks it's up more than 25%. Priced at $100,000, a target once many investors could only dream about, is squarely within striking distance as I'm writing this on November 20. The timing of this run is hardly a coincidence, or so it would seem. The president-elect and his incoming administration are considered to be very friendly to Bitcoin and crypto as a whole. Investors are hoping he delivers on his campaign promises. What his actual policies will be here remains to be seen. But he has indeed signaled a pro-crypto approach, going as far as to say he intends to make America the "crypto capital of the world." So, with Bitcoin nearing the $100,000 mark and "crypto euphoria" in full swing, is now a good time to buy? Spot ETFs were a game changer In January, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved Bitcoin spot ETFs , enabling asset management giants like BlackRock to start offering these products. This decision significantly broadened market access for investors large and small. These ETFs are traded through traditional brokerages the same way you would buy and sell shares of Apple , removing the complexities involved in trading through crypto exchanges. The ETFs are strictly regulated by the SEC, adding a layer of trust and legitimacy that has broadened the type of investor interested in Bitcoin. The ETFs have spurred a wave of investment from institutional investors. Aside from the regulatory stamp of approval and ease of access, ETFs provide enhanced liquidity and lead to an "efficient" market in which the price of Bitcoin more accurately reflects its true value. This is a critical component for most investors of this kind. Institutions are necessary for Bitcoin's long-term success For Bitcoin to continue to grow, it needs to do so at a rate that justifies the perceived risk in the eyes of investors. Although the introduction of ETFs and the influx of institutional capital over the last few years has reduced that perception of risk, at least for now, it's still considered a more risky place to park your money than stocks. That means it needs to offer growth that outpaces the stock market, and the only way it can grow at that pace is if a whole lot more capital is invested. Bitcoin has come a long way in broadening its base of investors, but it still remains a somewhat niche market. Less than 15% of adults own a digital asset while nearly two-thirds of Americans own stocks. There is still a lot of fear; 63% of U.S. adults say they are not very or not at all confident that crypto is safe. Interestingly, despite their comparatively late buy-in, a much higher share of institutional investors have exposure -- about 60% have at least 1% of their assets invested. It seems to me that it will be an easier sell for those institutions to increase their exposure by 1 or 2 percentage points, than for a significant portion of the retail market to change their views on Bitcoin. But 1% to 2% represents a huge amount of capital, and it may bring the growth needed to push the more cautious retail investors into the market. The question at hand Warren Buffett famously said that investors should aim "to be fearful when others are greedy and to be greedy only when others are fearful." With Bitcoin smashing records and nearing $100,000, it seems that greed has overtaken the market and now might be a good time to hold off. That's a reasonable interpretation and if you are a more risk-averse investor, it could be the right move. No one wants to buy in at the top, right? However, given the nearly two-thirds of Americans who are still fearful of crypto, perhaps we are still in the "when others are fearful" paradigm. Sure, buying in at the bottom will always be the best case. The problem is you and I are pretty bad at knowing just when that is. It's entirely possible to wait for a crash that never comes. And here's the thing -- over time, the penalty for buying in at the very top of bull runs isn't as big as you might think. Over the last 70 years, if you bought in each time the S&P 500 hit an all-time high, you would only return about 1% less than if you spread that investment out over time. If you had bought at the last time Bitcoin hit a multi-year peak, in November of 2021, you would currently be up nearly 50%. That would be almost twice the return of the S&P 500 over the same period.None

, /PRNewswire/ -- Gravity Oilfield Services Inc. ("Gravity" or the "company"), a growth-oriented water and power infrastructure company backed by affiliates of Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. ("Clearlake"), announced today that it has agreed to sell its Gravity Water Midstream division to (NYSE: DKL) ("Delek Logistics"). Gravity Water Midstream provides gathering, transportation, recycling, storage, and disposal solutions for produced water in the Midland Basin in and the Basin in . "The acquisition of Gravity Water Midstream by Delek Logistics creates a path to continue to build incredible scale in our water midstream platform in the Midland Basin," said , CEO of Gravity. "I am thankful to the employees of Gravity for their focus on service and dedication to building one of the largest commercial water management platforms in the Midland and Williston Basins. Building this water midstream platform would not be possible without the incredible support and partnership of Clearlake. I am excited to welcome in this new era for water management in the Midland and Williston Basins under the capable leadership of Delek Logistics." While Gravity is divesting its water midstream assets, the company will retain ownership and operation of its power infrastructure assets, continuing its commitment to providing critical power generation offerings. Clearlake and Gravity partnered in 2017 to pursue produced water midstream opportunities. Over the last several years, Gravity has focused on organically growing its water infrastructure business to support producers in the Midland and basins, and its water business segment has quickly grown into one of the largest commercial operators of disposal wells in the Midland Basin. Gravity Water Midstream developed a system comprised of 200+ miles of permanent pipeline, 46 SWD facilities, and 14 fresh water facilities with over six million barrels of storage capacity, all of which form an extensive and interconnected network. "We valued the opportunity to partner with the Gravity team as they executed a vision to build a leading water midstream platform in the Midland and Williston Basins," said José E. Feliciano, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, and Colin Leonard, Partner and Managing Director, of Clearlake. "We'd like to thank Rob and the entire Gravity Water Midstream team for their hard work and commitment to growing the business organically over the last several years." & Co served as exclusive financial advisor and Vinson & Elkins LLP served as legal counsel to Gravity in connection with the transaction. Gravity is a growth-oriented provider of energy infrastructure services to U.S. onshore oil and natural gas exploration and production companies, providing water midstream solutions, critical power generation offerings and other production focused services. Gravity has significant coverage density in the Permian Basin and benefits from a national footprint supported by facilities, operations and management personnel in several other key domestic resource plays including the Bakken, Eagle Ford, SCOOP/STACK, DJ Basin, Haynesville and Marcellus, among others. More information is available at . Founded in 2006, Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. is an investment firm founded operating integrated businesses across private equity, credit and other related strategies. With a sector-focused approach, the firm seeks to partner with management teams by providing patient, long-term capital to businesses that can benefit from Clearlake's operational improvement approach, The firm's core target sectors are industrials, technology, and consumer. Clearlake has over $85 billion of assets under management, and its senior investment principals have led or co-led over 400 investments. The firm is headquartered in Santa Monica, CA with affiliates in Dallas, TX, London, UK, , , and , UAE. More information is available at and on X . For Gravity , (281) 640-3043 Marketing Communication Manager For Clearlake , (845) 507-0571 Lambert View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Gravity Oilfield Services Inc.; Clearlake Capital Group

Rarely does a college basketball game provide such stark contrast between the sport's haves and have-nots as when Jackson State faces No. 9 Kentucky on Friday in Lexington, Ky. While Kentucky claims eight NCAA Tournament crowns and the most wins in college basketball history, Jackson State has never won an NCAA Tournament game and enters the matchup looking for its first win of the season. Impressive tradition and current record aside, Kentucky (4-0) returned no scholarship players from last season's team that was knocked off by Oakland in the NCAA Tournament. New coach Mark Pope and his essentially all-new Wildcats are off to a promising start. Through four games, Kentucky is averaging 94.3 points per game, and with 11.5 3-pointers made per game, the team is on pace to set a school record from long distance. The Wildcats boast six double-figure scorers with transfer guards Otega Oweh (from Oklahoma, 15.0 ppg) and Koby Brea (from Dayton, 14.5 ppg) leading the team. The Wildcats defeated Duke 77-72 on Nov. 12 but showed few signs of an emotional letdown in Tuesday's 97-68 win over a Lipscomb team picked to win the Atlantic Sun Conference in the preseason. Kentucky drained a dozen 3-pointers while outrebounding their visitors 43-28. Guard Jaxson Robinson, held to a single point by Duke, dropped 20 points to lead the Kentucky attack. Afterward, Pope praised his team's focus, saying, "The last game was over and it was kind of on to, ‘How do we get better?' That's the only thing we talk about." Lipscomb coach Lennie Acuff also delivered a ringing endorsement, calling Kentucky "the best offensive Power Four team we've played in my six years at Lipscomb." Jackson State (0-5) and third-year coach Mo Williams are looking for something positive to build upon. Not only are the Tigers winless, but they have lost each game by nine or more points. Sophomore guard Jayme Mitchell Jr. (13.8 ppg) is the leading scorer, but the team shoots just 35.8 percent while allowing opponents to shoot 52.3 percent. The Tigers played on Wednesday at Western Kentucky, where they lost 79-62. Reserve Tamarion Hoover had a breakout game with 18 points to lead Jackson State, but the host Hilltoppers canned 14 3-point shots and outrebounded the Tigers 42-35 to grab the win. Earlier, Williams, who played against Kentucky while a student at Alabama, admitted the difficulties of a challenging nonconference schedule for his team. "Our goal is not to win 13 nonconference games," Williams said. "We're already at a disadvantage in that regard. We use these games to get us ready for conference play and for March Madness." Jackson State has not made the NCAA Tournament since 2007. The Tigers had a perfect regular-season record (11-0) in the Southwestern Athletic Conference in 2020-21 but lost in the league tournament. Kentucky has never played Jackson State before, but the game is being billed as part of a Unity Series of matchups in which Kentucky hosts members of the SWAC to raise awareness of Historical Black Colleges and Universities and provide funds for those schools. Past Unity Series opponents have been Southern in December 2021 and Florida A&M in December 2022. --Field Level MediaA Tennessee man is convicted of killing 2 at a high school basketball game in 2021LeBron James ruled out of Lakers' game at Minnesota on Friday with foot soreness

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NoneCHY stock touches 52-week high at $12.39 amid market optimismIn the rapidly evolving world of gaming, vocabulary games are getting an avant-garde makeover with the power of artificial intelligence. While they’ve long served as an engaging tool for learning, these games are set to transcend traditional boundaries, offering players unprecedented interactive experiences. AI-driven personal tutors: Imagine a game that not only teaches you new words but also learns from your interactions to adapt its challenges. Advanced AI algorithms can now personalize vocabulary games based on a player’s skill level and learning speed, offering customized word challenges that maximize vocabulary retention. Augmented Reality (AR) immersion: The integration of AR technology into vocabulary games promises a more engaging experience. Picture a scenario where players, wearing AR glasses, explore a virtual world overlaid on their physical surroundings. Interactive word puzzles pop up as they navigate, turning everyday environments into educational adventures. Social and multiplayer dimensions: The rise of real-time collaboration in gaming is also influencing vocabulary games. New platforms enable players to challenge friends or engage in cooperative word-building tasks. These features not only enhance word knowledge but also foster a sense of community and competition. Gamification of learning: Future iterations will emphasize rewarding progress through virtual rewards, leaderboards, and achievements, making learning something to eagerly anticipate. By leveraging these technological advancements, vocabulary games are poised to play a significant role in educational entertainment. With AI, AR, and social gaming reshaping the landscape, these innovative vocabulary games pave the way for more dynamic, personalized, and interactive learning experiences. The Future of Vocabulary Games: AI Innovations and Immersive Learning Experiences In the dynamic realm of digital gaming, vocabulary games are experiencing a transformative era, courtesy of artificial intelligence (AI) and emerging tech trends. These innovations promise to elevate learning from traditional word exercises to something profoundly interactive and personalized. AI-Driven Personal Tutors One of the most exciting developments in vocabulary gaming is the use of AI to create personal tutors that enhance the learning process. These AI-powered tutors assess a player’s interactions, skill level, and learning speed to tailor challenges specifically for them. The AI’s adaptability ensures that each session remains both engaging and educational, boosting vocabulary retention and mastery. Augmented Reality (AR) Immersion The integration of AR technology into vocabulary games is redefining the way players engage with language learning. Imagine donning a pair of AR glasses and being transported to a world where your immediate environment transforms into a canvas for interactive word puzzles. This not only makes the learning process captivating but also turns everyday settings into interactive educational displays, offering a rich blend of the virtual and the real. Social and Multiplayer Dimensions The evolution of vocabulary games is also marked by their growing social aspects. Modern platforms now support real-time collaboration, enabling players to challenge peers or partake in cooperative word-building tasks. This social layer enhances language acquisition while nurturing a community oriented around learning and competition. Gamification of Learning The gamification trend in education is adding layers of motivation and engagement to vocabulary games. By employing virtual rewards, leaderboards, and achievements, these games make learning a compelling adventure. Players are motivated to return and progress, making vocabulary acquisition a rewarding journey rather than a mundane task. Security Aspects and Privacy With these advancements, security and privacy become paramount. Developers are prioritizing secure platforms where players’ data, such as learning habits and personal progress, is safeguarded. Ensuring that AI and AR technologies are implemented with robust privacy measures will be key to maintaining user trust and integrity. Sustainability and Future Trends The increasing focus on sustainable practices is influencing the gaming industry as well. Developers are exploring energy-efficient software and eco-friendly materials for AR gadgets to lessen their environmental impact. As these innovations continue to evolve, vocabulary games of the future are predicted to be more sustainable, efficient, and accessible to a broader audience. These elements highlight a promising future for vocabulary games, where AI, AR, and social gaming converge to create dynamic, personalized, and interactive learning experiences. As technologies advance and gaming platforms enhance their offerings, language learning will increasingly become an engaging, day-to-day adventure.

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Baker Mayfield, high-flying Bucs visit Chargers in matchup of teams with winning recordsMan City were beaten 2-0 away in Turin to Capello's former club Juventus in the Champions League on Wednesday, with second-half goals coming from Dusan Vlahovic and Weston McKennie . That extended City's recent form to just one win in 10 games, in which time they have taken only one point from three matches in the Champions League. The reigning Premier League champions also find themselves eight points behind Liverpool in the title race, having played a game more. © Imago Working on the Juventus-Man City clash for Sky Sport Italia , Capello was scathing in his criticisms of Guardiola, even harking back to times before their current dismal run. The former AC Milan and Real Madrid boss claimed that the City manager only thinks about his own standing, and prioritises that over the benefit of the team as a whole. "Guardiola is a great coach, but he is far too arrogant and presumptuous," Capello began. "At times, he has even lost trophies because he wanted to prove that he was the one winning and not the players, so he dropped key figures from the side in the big games. "That was, in my view, an attempt to take the spotlight and the credit away from his squad." © Imago It is highly likely that Capello was referencing the 2021 Champions League final, where Guardiola's Man City were beaten by Chelsea in Porto. Guardiola's team selection that day left many scratching their heads, with Fernandinho and Rodri left on the bench, leaving the City midfield very lob-sided. A midfield three of Bernardo Silva , Ilkay Gundogan and Kevin De Bruyne were overrun by Chelsea, and after going a goal down, they were unable to fight back. Capello first gained notoriety in management for winning three straight Serie A titles, and then the 1994 Champions League with AC Milan, where they beat Barcelona 4-0 in the final, with a team that prided itself on building solid foundations first, before showcasing their undoubted attacking talent. The Italian's words on Wednesday, claiming that Guardiola attempts to be too clever for his own good carries plenty of weight, given Capello's standing in the game, but the Man City boss has been adamant that he will not change his ways, despite their continuing run of woeful results. Man City face bitter rivals and fellow strugglers Manchester United in the derby in the pick of the games in the Premier League this coming weekend.Pearl Diver Credit Company Inc. Prices Offering of Series A Preferred Stock