ubet88 casino Minister for Communications and Information Technology, Prithvi Subba Gurung, announced that the government is preparing to introduce a policy related to Artificial Intelligence (AI). Speaking at the inaugural session of 'IT Meet-2024' organized by the Kathmandu University Computer Club in Dhulikhel today, Minister Gurung emphasized that discussions would precede the formulation of laws following the introduction of the AI policy. "Once the AI policy is established, we can introduce additional programs through information technology," he noted, adding that the Ministry is currently working on preparations. As the government spokesperson, Gurung stated, "This is the era of IT. We will implement AI-related laws as part of the Digital Nepal Framework." He further emphasized that the introduction of e-governance could significantly reduce corruption. "E-governance can be implemented through the Digital Nepal Framework, and it will help curb corruption," he asserted. The Communications Minister expressed that plans, programs, and budgets from all three levels of government could be managed through e-governance, and urged that necessary policies and laws be formulated to support its implementation across seven provinces, 753 local levels, 22 ministries, and 761 government offices nationwide. Manish Pokharel, Dean of the School of Engineering at Kathmandu University, highlighted that IT Meet-2024 would provide a platform to promote innovation and creativity, offering new opportunities and inspiration by uniting young people in the IT field. The two-day event will feature various activities, including coding competitions, project demonstrations, gaming events, and a googling competition.AGNC Investment Corp. Declares Monthly Common Stock Dividend of $0.12 per Common Share for December 2024

BETHESDA, Md. , Dec. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AGNC Investment Corp. (Nasdaq: AGNC ) announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a cash dividend of $0.12 per share of common stock for December 2024 . The dividend is payable on January 10, 2025 to common stockholders of record as of December 31, 2024 . For further information or questions, please contact Investor Relations at (301) 968-9300 or [email protected] . ABOUT AGNC INVESTMENT CORP. Founded in 2008, AGNC Investment Corp. (Nasdaq: AGNC ) is a leading investor in Agency residential mortgage-backed securities (Agency MBS), which benefit from a guarantee against credit losses by Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, or Ginnie Mae . We invest on a leveraged basis, financing our Agency MBS assets primarily through repurchase agreements, and utilize dynamic risk management strategies intended to protect the value of our portfolio from interest rate and other market risks. AGNC has a track record of providing favorable long-term returns for our stockholders through substantial monthly dividend income, with over $13 billion of common stock dividends paid since inception. Our business is a significant source of private capital for the U.S. residential housing market, and our team has extensive experience managing mortgage assets across market cycles. To learn more about The Premier Agency Residential Mortgage REIT , please visit www.AGNC.com , follow us on LinkedIn and X , and sign up for Investor Alerts . CONTACT: Investor Relations - (301) 968-9300 SOURCE AGNC Investment Corp.

Karua: How I took on a Kanu behemoth, navigated gender wars and won

Fall of Assad regime 'historic opportunity for people' of Syria: US President Joe Biden

Humans of Rodrigues : Michel Samoisy, a man of his time

Bronx council member wants to scrap e-scooter program in her district

HAYWARD, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec 23, 2024-- Pulse Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: PLSE), a company leveraging its novel and proprietary Nanosecond Pulsed Field AblationTM (nano-PFA or nsPFATM) technology, today announced that it intends to deliver an irrevocable notice of redemption, on or about December 27, 2024, to redeem the first tranche of common stock warrants, redeemable by the Company if the Company’s stock trading price exceeds $16.50 for twenty consecutive trading days, that were issued as part of its July 3, 2024 rights offering which are still outstanding as of February 5, 2025 (the “Redemption Date”). These outstanding common stock warrants (the “150% Warrants”), which were issued in the Company’s 2024 rights offering (the “Rights Offering”), pursuant to the Company’s Registration Statement on Form S-3, as amended (File No. 333-278494), may be exercised by the holders thereof until 6:30 p.m., Eastern time, on the Redemption Date, at the exercise price of $11.00 per share of Company common stock, $0.001 par value per share. Any 150% Warrants not exercised before 6:30 p.m., Eastern time, on February 5, 2025, will be redeemed by the Company for $0.01 per 150% Warrant share (the “Redemption Price”). Under the terms of the 150% Warrants, the Company has the right to redeem the 150% Warrants (CUSIP # 74587B135) if the volume weighted average price (as defined therein, “VWAP”) exceeds $16.50 per share for twenty (20) consecutive trading days at least three months after the date that the 150% Warrants were issued. This requirement was met for each of the twenty consecutive trading days preceding December 23, 2024. Over this period, the Company had an average VWAP of $18.85. Any 150% Warrants that remain unexercised at 6:30 p.m., Eastern time, on the Redemption Date, will be void and no longer exercisable, and the holders of those 150% Warrants will be entitled to receive only the Redemption Price of $0.01 per 150% Warrant share. The second tranche of common stock warrants issued in the Rights Offering (the “200% Warrants”) are not being redeemed at this time. The Company received aggregate gross proceeds of $60 million from its Rights Offering, which was completed in July 2024, and the Company will receive an additional $66 million of gross proceeds, if all of the 150% Warrants and all of the 200% Warrants (collectively, the “Warrants”) are exercised prior to the Redemption Date. None of the Company, its board of directors or employees has made or is making any representation or recommendation to any holder of any Warrants as to whether to exercise or refrain from exercising any Warrants. A registration statement, as amended, relating to the Rights Offering was previously filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) and declared effective on May 31, 2024. A prospectus relating to the offering was filed with the SEC on and supplemented on June 4, 2024 and is available on the SEC’s website. The Company will post a copy of the notice of redemption being sent to the holders of the 150% Warrants on its investor relations website at investors.pulsebiosciences.com . Questions concerning redemption and exercise of the 150% Warrants can be directed to Broadridge Corporate Issuer Solutions, LLC, Attn: BCIS Re-Organization Dept., P.O. Box 1317, Brentwood, NY 11717-0718, telephone number 888-789-8409 or to shareholder@broadridge.com . No Offer or Solicitation This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy nor shall there be any offer of any of the Company’s securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction. About Pulse Biosciences® Pulse Biosciences is a novel bioelectric medicine company committed to health innovation that has the potential to improve the quality of life for patients. The Company’s proprietary CellFX® nsPFATM technology delivers nanosecond pulses of electrical energy to non-thermally clear cells while sparing adjacent noncellular tissue. The Company is actively pursuing the development of its CellFX nsPFA technology for use in the treatment of atrial fibrillation and in a select few other markets where it could have a profound positive impact on healthcare for both patients and providers. Pulse Biosciences is now headquartered in Miami, Florida and maintains its office in Hayward, California. Pulse Biosciences, CellFX, Nano-Pulse Stimulation, NPS, nsPFA, CellFX nsPFA and the stylized logos are among the trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Pulse Biosciences, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Forward-Looking Statements All statements in this press release that are not historical are forward-looking statements, including, among other things, statements relating to the Company’s planned redemption of outstanding warrants, statements concerning its expected product development efforts, statements about its Nanosecond Pulsed Field Ablation (nsPFA) technology to non-thermally clear cells while sparing adjacent noncellular tissue, as well as statements concerning customer adoption and future use of the CellFX System to address a range of conditions such as atrial fibrillation. These statements are not historical facts but rather are based on Pulse Biosciences’ current expectations, estimates, and projections regarding Pulse Biosciences’ business, operations and other similar or related factors. Words such as “may,” “will,” “could,” “would,” “should,” “anticipate,” “predict,” “potential,” “continue,” “expects,” “intends,” “plans,” “projects,” “believes,” “estimates,” and other similar or related expressions are used to identify these forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words. You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements because they involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that are difficult or impossible to predict and, in some cases, beyond Pulse Biosciences’ control. Actual results may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements as a result of a number of factors, including those described in Pulse Biosciences’ filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Pulse Biosciences undertakes no obligation to revise or update information in this release to reflect events or circumstances in the future, even if new information becomes available. View source version on businesswire.com : https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241223275716/en/ CONTACT: Investor Contacts: Pulse Biosciences Darrin Uecker, CTO or Kevin Danahy, CCO IR@pulsebiosciences.com or Gilmartin Group Philip Trip Taylor 415.937.5406 philip@gilmartinir.com KEYWORD: CALIFORNIA FLORIDA UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: BIOTECHNOLOGY MEDICAL DEVICES HEALTH PHARMACEUTICAL CARDIOLOGY SOURCE: Pulse Biosciences, Inc. Copyright Business Wire 2024. PUB: 12/23/2024 04:30 PM/DISC: 12/23/2024 04:30 PM http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241223275716/en

Biden gives life in prison to 37 of 40 federal death row inmates before Trump can resume executions WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is commuting the sentences of 37 of the 40 people on federal death row. He's converting their punishments to life imprisonment just weeks before Donald Trump, an outspoken proponent of expanding capital punishment, takes office. Biden says the commutations are consistent with a pause on executions put in place by his administration in cases other than terrorism and hate-motivated mass murder. Biden says he couldn't let a new administration resume executions. Trump has talked about subjecting drug dealers and human smugglers to the death penalty. A spokesperson for Trump says Biden's decision is “abhorrent" and a “slap in the face” to victims and their families. House Ethics Committee accuses Gaetz of paying for sex, including with 17-year-old girl WASHINGTON (AP) — The House Ethics Committee has accused Matt Gaetz of “regularly” paying for sex, including once with a 17-year-old girl, and purchasing and using illicit drugs as a member of Congress. The 37-page report was released Monday by the bipartisan panel after a nearly four-year investigation that helped sink his nomination for attorney general. The report includes explicit details of sex-filled parties and vacations that Gaetz took part in while representing Florida in the House. Congressional investigators concluded that he violated multiple state laws related to sexual misconduct while in office. Gaetz has denied all wrongdoing and he filed a lawsuit Monday trying to block the report’s release. Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to murder and weapons charges in UnitedHealthcare CEO's death NEW YORK (AP) — The man accused of fatally shooting the CEO of UnitedHealthcare has pleaded not guilty to murder and terror charges in a state case that will run parallel to his federal prosecution. The Manhattan district attorney formally charged Luigi Mangione last week with multiple counts of murder, including murder as an act of terrorism. Mangione's attorney complained during a brief hearing Monday that statements coming from New York’s mayor would make it tough for him to receive a fair trial. Mangione was shackled and seated in a Manhattan court when he leaned over to a microphone to enter his not guilty plea. Man faces murder charges in the death of a woman who was lit on fire in New York City subway A man is facing murder charges in New York City for allegedly setting a woman on fire inside a subway train and then watching her die after she was engulfed in flames. Police on Monday said the man, identified as 33-year-old Sebastian Zapeta, had been taken into custody as a person of interest in the case hours after the woman died. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement spokesman Jeff Carter said he is a Guatemalan citizen who entered the U.S. illegally after he had been previously removed in 2018. Transit police apprehended the man hours after the fatal fire. Middle East latest: Defense minister acknowledges Israel killed Hamas leader Israel’s defense minister has confirmed that Israel assassinated Hamas’ top leader last summer and is threatening to take similar action against the leadership of the Houthi rebel group in Yemen. The comments by Israel Katz appeared to mark the first time that Israel has acknowledged killing Ismail Haniyeh, who died in an explosion in Iran in July. Israel was widely believed to be behind the blast and leaders have previously hinted at its involvement. In a speech Monday, Katz said the Houthis would meet a similar fate as the other members of an Iranian-led alliance in the region, including Haniyeh. He also noted that Israel has killed other leaders of Hamas and Hezbollah, helped topple Syria’s Bashar Assad and destroyed Iran’s anti-aircraft systems. Trump again calls to buy Greenland after eyeing Canada and the Panama Canal WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — First it was Canada, then the Panama Canal. Now, Donald Trump again wants Greenland. The president-elect is renewing calls he made during his first term for the U.S. to buy Greenland, the ice-covered semi-autonomous Danish territory. That's added to the list of allied countries he’s picking fights with, even before taking office on Jan. 20. Greenland insists it's not for sale and Trump's initial calls to purchase it in 2019 came to nothing. But his latest suggestion comes after the president-elect suggested the U.S. could retake control of the Panama Canal and that Canadians wanted their county to become the 51st U.S. state. Nissan and Honda to attempt a merger that would create the world's No. 3 automaker TOKYO (AP) — Japanese automakers Nissan and Honda have announced plans to work toward a merger that would catapult them to a top position in an industry in the midst of tectonic shifts as it transitions away from its reliance on fossil fuels. The two companies said they signed an agreement on integrating their businesses on Monday. Smaller Nissan alliance member Mitsubishi Motors agreed to join the talks. News of a possible merger surfaced earlier this month. Japanese automakers face a strong challenge from their Chinese rivals and Tesla as they make inroads into markets at home and abroad. Magdeburg mourns Christmas market attack victims as fears swirl of deeper German social divisions MAGDEBURG, Germany (AP) — Mourners are laying flowers near the scene of the deadly Christmas market attack as investigators puzzle over the motive of the suspect and his previous encounters with authorities are scrutinized. At the same time there are fears that the rampage could deepen divisions in German society. A church a short walk from the scene of the attack has become a central place of mourning since the suspect drove a car into the busy market on Friday evening and killed five people. Authorities have identified the suspect as a Saudi doctor who arrived in Germany in 2006 and had received permanent residency. They say he doesn't fit the usual profile of perpetrators of extremist attacks. How faith communities can be welcoming of believers with disabilities this holiday season and beyond This holiday season, some religious congregations across the U.S. are holding events designed to be accommodating to and inclusive of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. They range from a “Calm Christmas” in West Virginia to an inclusive Hanukkah in New Jersey. Many disabled people, advocates and families want more houses of worship to know that there are ways to fully incorporate and welcome people with these and other disabilities and their families — and not just during the holidays but year round. Tennessee and Auburn remain 1-2 in AP Top 25 poll featuring 10 SEC teams Tennessee and Auburn remained Nos. 1-2 atop The Associated Press men’s college basketball poll. They were the headliners among the Southeastern Conference's haul of 10 ranked teams. Iowa State, Duke and Alabama rounded out the top five. Kentucky had the week's biggest fall, sliding six spots to No. 10 after a loss to Ohio State. Mississippi State, Arkansas, Illinois and Baylor rejoined the poll after stints in the rankings earlier this season. They replaced Memphis, Dayton, Michigan and Clemson. The Big 12 and Big Ten were tied for second with five teams each in the AP Top 25.Smart Tracker Market 2024 Size, Share, Growth Report 2032 12-06-2024 07:41 PM CET | IT, New Media & Software Press release from: Prudent Markets Smart Tracker Market Smart Tracker Market Size & Growth 2024 Latest Updated Report 2024, The Global Smart Tracker Market to Growing A CAGR of % during forecast period of 2024-2031. The Market is segmented by Global Smart Tracker Market Breakdown by Application (Pets, Personal Items, Others) by Type (Bluetooth, GPS, Others) and by Geography (North America, South America, Europe, Asia Pacific, MEA). The Smart Tracker Market 2024 Report makes available the current and forthcoming technical and financial details of the industry. It is one of the most comprehensive and important additions to the Prudent Markets archive of market research studies. It offers detailed research and analysis of key aspects of the global Smart Tracker market. This report explores all the key factors affecting the growth of the global Smart Tracker market, including demand-supply scenario, pricing structure, profit margins, production, and value chain analysis. Discover Who You Really Compete Against In The Marketplace, Get PDF Sample Report Now! @ https://www.prudentmarkets.com/sample-request/113866/ The report concludes with the profiles of major players in the Smart Tracker market are: Wistiki, Linquet, Protag, Pixie, Lugloc, Link AKC, Tile, TrackR, Chipolo, Findster, Lapa Studio, Kaltiot, Slightech, Beijing Zizai Technology, Ace Sensor, Pebblebee, Petsimpl, PitPatPet Smart Tracker Market 2024 Overview: Prudent Markets Predicts that Smart Tracker Market was valued USD in 2020 and is expected to reach USD by the year 2025, growing at a CAGR of % globally. Global Smart Tracker Market Overview: Global Smart Tracker Market Report 2020 comes with the extensive industry analysis of development components, patterns, flows and sizes. The report also calculates present and past market values to forecast potential market management through the forecast period between 2020-2025.This research study of Smart Tracker involved the extensive usage of both primary and secondary data sources. This includes the study of various parameters affecting the industry, including the government policy, market environment, competitive landscape, historical data, present trends in the market, technological innovation, upcoming technologies and the technical progress in related industry. Impact of COVID-19 on Smart Tracker Market Since the COVID-19 virus outbreak in December 2019, the disease has spread to almost every country around the globe with the World Health Organization declaring it a public health emergency. The global impacts of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) are already starting to be felt, and will significantly affected the Smart Tracker market in 2020. Market Segmentation Are: Type Segmentation: Bluetooth, GPS, Others Industry Segmentation: Pets, Personal Items, Others Speak To Our Analyst For A Discussion On The Above Findings, And Ask For A Discount On The Report @ https://www.prudentmarkets.com/discount-request/113866/ Prudent Markets provides attractive discounts that fit your needs. Customization of the reports as per your requirement is also offered. Get in touch with our sales team, who will guarantee you a report that suits your needs. The report covers the competitive analysis of the market. As the demand is driven by a buyer's paying capacity and the rate of item development, the report shows the important regions that will direct growth. This section exclusively shares insight into the budget reports of big-league members of the market helping key players and new entrants understand the potential of investments in the Global Smart Tracker Market. It can be better employed by both traditional and new players in the industry for complete know-how of the market. Strategic Points Covered in Table of Content of Global Smart Tracker Market: Chapter 1: Introduction, market driving force product Objective of Study and Research Scope the Smart Tracker market Chapter 2: Exclusive Summary - the basic information of the Smart Tracker Market. Chapter 3: Displaying the Market Dynamics- Drivers, Trends and Challenges & Opportunities of the Smart Tracker Chapter 4: Presenting the Smart Tracker Market Factor Analysis, Porters Five Forces, Supply/Value Chain, PESTEL analysis, Market Entropy, Patent/Trademark Analysis. Chapter 5: Displaying the by Type, End User and Region/Country Chapter 6: Evaluating the leading manufacturers of the Smart Tracker market which consists of its Competitive Landscape, Peer Group Analysis, BCG Matrix & Company Profile Chapter 7: To evaluate the market by segments, by countries and by Manufacturers/Company with revenue share and sales by key countries in these various regions Chapter 8 & 9: Displaying the Appendix, Methodology and Data Source Any Questions? Feel Free To Enquire Here. We Will put you on the Right Path @ https://www.prudentmarkets.com/enquiry-request/113866/ Free Customization on the basis of client requirements on Immediate purchase: Free country-level breakdown of any 5 countries of your interest. Competitive breakdown of segment revenue by market players. Customization of the Report: This report can be customized to meet the client's requirements. Please connect with our sales team (sales@prudentmarkets.com), who will ensure that you get a report that suits your needs. You can also get in touch with our executives on +91 83560 50278 || USA/Canada(Toll Free): 1800-601-6071 to share your research requirements. Get ready to Recognize the pros and cons of the regulatory framework, local reforms, and its effect on the Industry. Understand how the Leaders in Intelligent Network are keeping themselves one stage forward with our most up-to-date survey analysis. For In-Depth Competitive Analysis - Purchase this Report now at a Complete Table of Contents (Single User License) @ https://www.prudentmarkets.com/checkout/?id=113866&license_type=su In conclusion, the Smart Tracker Market report is a genuine source for accessing the research data which is projected to exponentially grow your business. The report provides information such as economic scenarios, benefits, limits, trends, market growth rates, and figures. SWOT analysis and PESTLE analysis is also incorporated in the report. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/comprehensive-review-mooring-bollards-market-current-zm02c/ https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/analysis-car-park-ventilation-system-market-its-yoknc/ https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/assessing-impact-growth-consumer-behavior-njvee/ https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/understanding-factors-influencing-seduction-vsjhe/ https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/camera-module-lens-market-size-trends-2030-research-analysis-2024-rzh3e/ Contact Us: Allan Carter Andheri, Maharashtra, 400102 USA/Canada(Toll Free): 1800-601-6071 Direct Line: +91 83560 50278 Mail: sales@prudentmarkets.com Web: www.prudentmarkets.com About Us: We are leaders in market analytics, business research, and consulting services for Fortune 500 companies, start-ups, financial & government institutions. Since we understand the criticality of data and insights, we have associated with the top publishers and research firms all specialized in specific domains, ensuring you will receive the most reliable and up to date research data available. To be at our client's disposal whenever they need help on market research and consulting services. We also aim to be their business partners when it comes to making critical business decisions around new market entry, M&A, competitive Intelligence and strategy. This release was published on openPR.