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DETROIT (AP) — Starting in September of 2027, all new passenger vehicles in the U.S. will have to sound a warning if rear-seat passengers don’t buckle up. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Monday that it finalized the rule, which also requires enhanced warnings when front seat belts aren’t fastened. The agency estimates that the new rule will save 50 lives per year and prevent 500 injuries when fully in effect, according to a statement. The new rule will apply to passenger cars, trucks, buses except for school buses, and multipurpose vehicles weighing up to 10,000 pounds. Before the rule, seat belt warnings were required only for the driver’s seat. Under the new rule, outboard front-seat passengers also must get a warning if they don’t fasten their belts. Front-center seats will not get a warning because NHTSA found that it wouldn’t be cost effective. The agency said most vehicles already have warnings for the outboard passenger seats. The rule also lengthens the duration of audio and visual warnings for the driver’s seat. The front-seat rules are effective starting Sept. 1 of 2026. Rear passengers consistently use seat belts at a lower rate than front passengers, the agency says. In 2022, front belt use was just under 92%, while rear use dropped to about 82%. About half of automobile passengers who died in crashes two years ago weren’t wearing belts, according to NHTSA data. The seat belt rule is the second significant regulation to come from NHTSA in the past two months. In November the agency bolstered its five-star auto safety ratings to include driver assistance technologies and pedestrian protection. Safety advocates want the Department of Transportation, which includes NHTSA, to finish several more rules before the end of the Biden administration, because President-elect Donald Trump has said he’s against new government regulations. Cathy Chase, president of Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety, urged the department to approve automatic emergency braking for heavy trucks and technology to prevent impaired driving.
DETROIT (AP) — Starting in September of 2027, all new passenger vehicles in the U.S. will have to sound a warning if rear-seat passengers don’t buckle up. Related Articles National News | TikTok asks the Supreme Court for an emergency order to block a US ban unless it’s sold National News | Survivors seek a reckoning as FBI investigates child sex abuse in little-known Christian sect National News | Trump migrant deportations could threaten states’ agricultural economies National News | Federal Reserve is likely to slow its rate cuts with inflation pressures still elevated National News | Teacher and a teenage student killed in a shooting at a private Christian school in Wisconsin The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Monday that it finalized the rule, which also requires enhanced warnings when front seat belts aren’t fastened. The agency estimates that the new rule will save 50 lives per year and prevent 500 injuries when fully in effect, according to a statement. The new rule will apply to passenger cars, trucks, buses except for school buses, and multipurpose vehicles weighing up to 10,000 pounds. Before the rule, seat belt warnings were required only for the driver’s seat. Under the new rule, outboard front-seat passengers also must get a warning if they don’t fasten their belts. Front-center seats will not get a warning because NHTSA found that it wouldn’t be cost effective. The agency said most vehicles already have warnings for the outboard passenger seats. The rule also lengthens the duration of audio and visual warnings for the driver’s seat. The front-seat rules are effective starting Sept. 1 of 2026. Rear passengers consistently use seat belts at a lower rate than front passengers, the agency says. In 2022, front belt use was just under 92%, while rear use dropped to about 82%. About half of automobile passengers who died in crashes two years ago weren’t wearing belts, according to NHTSA data. The seat belt rule is the second significant regulation to come from NHTSA in the past two months. In November the agency bolstered its five-star auto safety ratings to include driver assistance technologies and pedestrian protection. Safety advocates want the Department of Transportation, which includes NHTSA, to finish several more rules before the end of the Biden administration, because President-elect Donald Trump has said he’s against new government regulations. Cathy Chase, president of Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety, urged the department to approve automatic emergency braking for heavy trucks and technology to prevent impaired driving.Timeless Classic Cars that will Always Stay Ahead These models transcend time and evolving trends They are symbols of style and elegance that have withstood the test of time These classic cars are not only witnesses to the evolution of automotive technology but have also left an indelible mark on popular culture. 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SAN DIEGO, Dec. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LPL Financial LLC announced today that Marc Cohen has been promoted to managing director, Business Strategy and Innovation, and has joined the LPL Financial Management Committee. In this role, Marc will continue to lead the development of the firm’s corporate strategy and expand his responsibilities to include leading business line and affiliation strategy for independent advisors, large enterprises and institutional channels. In addition, Cohen now leads the company’s business services offerings and innovation lab for emerging solutions. “Marc is an entrepreneur by nature whose innovative thinking has helped reimagine the strategic evolution of our firm, including how advisors and institutions scale their businesses with LPL as their partner,” said LPL Financial CEO Rich Steinmeier. “Respected for his stewardship of independence in the advisor-mediated marketplace, Marc’s expertise elevates the experiences we bring to our clients in every stage of their business and strengthens LPL’s leadership in wealth management through differentiated solutions and innovative strategies.” From serving as an architect of many of the highest profile wirehouse breakaways in the industry, to supporting their journey as business owners through strategy development, evolving operational and compliance requirements, succession planning and exit strategies, Cohen has helped countless successful advisors become successful entrepreneurs. “My commitment to this industry and to LPL is grounded in the rewarding work of guiding advisors towards building thriving businesses to achieve their personal definitions of success,” said Cohen. “I’m grateful for the opportunity to continue scaling our strategies and exploring the innovative ways that LPL can better serve our clients to help them embrace their own entrepreneurial opportunities.” Cohen joined LPL in 2018 to help lead the firm’s development of new advisor affiliation models, expanding LPL’s attractiveness to wirehouse breakaways and RIAs. From there, his role evolved to run corporate strategy and further develop creative and innovative ways for LPL to partner with advisors throughout their lifecycle, including the firm’s Liquidity & Succession offering. About LPL Financial LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: LPLA) is among the fastest growing wealth management firms in the U.S. As a leader in the financial advisor-mediated marketplace, LPL supports more than 28,000 financial advisors and the wealth management practices of approximately 1,200 financial institutions, servicing and custodying approximately $1.7 trillion in brokerage and advisory assets on behalf of approximately 6 million Americans. The firm provides a wide range of advisor affiliation models, investment solutions, fintech tools and practice management services, ensuring that advisors and institutions have the flexibility to choose the business model, services, and technology resources they need to run thriving businesses. For further information about LPL, please visit www.lpl.com . Securities and Advisory services offered through LPL Financial LLC (“LPL Financial”), a registered investment advisor. Member FINRA/SIPC. LPL Financial and its affiliated companies provide financial services only from the United States. Throughout this communication, the terms “financial advisors” and “advisors” are used to refer to registered representatives and/or investment advisor representatives affiliated with LPL Financial. We routinely disclose information that may be important to shareholders in the “ Investor Relations ” or “ Press Releases” section of our website. Media Contact: Media.relations@LPLFinancial.com (402) 740-2047Published 18:16 IST, December 25th 2024 Speaking at a press conference, Bawankule mentioned that the hearing on the quota for Other Backward Classes (OBC) is scheduled for the first week of January. Nagpur: Maharashtra Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule announced on Wednesday that the pending elections to local bodies in the state will take place in March-April 2025, provided the Supreme Court delivers its decision on OBC reservation in the first week of January. Speaking at a press conference, he mentioned that the hearing on the quota for Other Backward Classes (OBC) is scheduled for the first week of January. "The State Election Commission will conduct the polls and the state government will provide all the support," the Revenue Minister said. The five-year term of most of the municipal corporations, including the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), and other local bodies in the state expired in 2022. In December 2021, the Supreme Court had ruled that reservation for OBCs in local bodies will not be allowed unless the government fulfils the triple test laid down in the apex court's 2010 order. It had ruled that until the triple test criteria is fulfilled, the OBC seats will be re-notified as general category seats. The triple test required the state government to set up a dedicated commission to gather data on the backwardness of OBCs in every local body, to specify the proportion of reservation in each local body in light of commission’s recommendations, and ensure that such reservation does not exceed 50 per cent of the total seats reserved for SC/ST/OBC together. Bawankule further said there were complaints that several properties owned by private charitable trusts and educational institutions were forcibly taken over by the Waqf Board in Maharashtra. "Once the Waqf (Amendment) Bill is cleared by Parliament, it will be implemented in Maharashtra. If there are any wrongdoings, they will be rectified," he said. The Maharashtra BJP chief said that under the Survey of Villages Abadi and Mapping with Improvised Technology in Village Areas (SVAMITVA), the process to conduct a drone survey of villages began in 2021 to provide e-property cards to farmers for ownership of their land in rural areas. The e-property cards in 15,327 of the 30,515 villages are ready and will be distributed soon, he said. (With inputs from PTI) Get Current Updates on India News , Entertainment News along with Latest News and Top Headlines from India and around the world. Updated 18:16 IST, December 25th 2024
Matt Eberflus sent a statement of gratitude to the Chicago Bears organization as well as the team's fanbase after he was fired as head coach on Friday. "I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to the players for all of their effort, dedication and resilience," Eberflus said as part of the statement, via CBS Sports' Jonathan Jones. "In every situation - practice, games and especially in the face of adversity, you stayed together and gave great effort for your team and each other." The Bears suffered a narrow 23-20 loss to the Detroit Lions on the day before Eberflus was fired, dropping them to 4-8 on the season as a whole after winning four of their first six games. This article will be updated soon to provide more information and analysis. For more from Bleacher Report on this topic and from around the sports world, check out our B/R app , homepage and social feeds—including Twitter , Instagram , Facebook and TikTok .Proud owners of textured, wavy or ringlet-rich locks, be that 2A or 3C, will be all too familiar with the struggle, time and effort it takes to make your hair look somewhat presentable in the morning. While some people are lucky and can simply let their hair dry naturally and it turns out silky, frizz-free and beautifully curly, many of us need a little help to achieve a finish like this and for that we turn to a good diffuser hairdryer - and I've found a deal on my latest hairdrying obsession . As a curly girl myself with curls that range from 2A-C, I have a tumultuous love-hate relationship with my hair as a result of this struggle between having time to style it nicely and letting it be free, wild and a bit bird's nest like. Although it's a comfort to know I'm not alone as a recent study by Bellissima r evealed that 52% of curly-haired women fall out of love with their curls due to the maintenance they require. My feelings towards my curls fluctuate between adoration - when they exude the body, definition and volume of Julia Roberts' mane in Pretty Woman (after using every Only Curls, Curlsmith and Hask product available) - and frustration, when they become tangled and knotty or flat and lifeless. However, investing in a good diffuser hairdryer can be a game-changer in determining how your hair behaves. Read more: 'I'm a Lana Del Rey fan desperate for UK tour tickets–here's what they cost and how to get them' Read more: Why Dyson's Airwrap is worth buying this Black Friday, but only if you have these hair types Over the years, I've tried numerous diffusers, from BaByliss’ diffuser attachment (which lasted me a decade) to Curlsmith’s DeFrizzon Dryer. Recently, I got my hands on Bellissima’s compact Diffon Supreme, hailed as a 'holy grail for curls'. Currently discounted to £89.99 from £149.99 in the Black Friday sales, I was eager to see its effect on my curls. Needless to say, I was impressed. The design, firstly, is elegant and pretty compact for a diffuser. The handle, which is unlike any hair-dryer I’ve had, looks like it’s been inspired by the Art Deco era with a ribbed golden coating and doesn't hold the usual shape of a hairdryer - it's more boxy. With good grip, it is lightweight and comfortable to hold (eliminating the possibility of getting a cramped up arm from holding it up and around your head). The head is smaller than some dryers I’ve used but that doesn’t necessarily make it bad feature. With a smaller surface area, it just means it can focus on specific areas more and make them even more curly, which is a win win. The on-off button is on the bottom of the device too, rather than the side, which is a handy feature when you're mid flow. Plus, there is a cold blast option as well as two speeds and three temperatures. After testing it out, my only niggle with the device is that the cold shot didn't actually feel that cold. It was more luke warm and caused me to check whether I'd actually put it on - I had. Maybe I just need to allow it to run for a bit longer on that setting to feel the full effect, so I'll report back when I do. As for the technology and quality of the diffuser-hairdryer hybrid, the website explains: "Revolutionary Supreme Curl Flow technology is at the heart of this hybrid hair diffuser. Developed by leading engineers and curl experts, the Diffon Supreme guarantees the perfect combination of airflow and temperatures." According to the manufacturer, " The ceramic technology and argan oil keep hair hydrated whilst drying. This allows for delicate drying that keeps curls intact." I put this claim to the test and was pleasantly surprised by the gentle heat emitted by the dryer, which wasn't scorching hot like some I've used before. This meant it was less damaging to my hair, and the heat was evenly distributed. I was also impressed by how quickly it dried my hair - less than 20 minutes for my entire head, which is significantly faster than the 30 minutes or more it usually takes. The diffuser, with its 12 long 'fingers', did a great job of enhancing the natural shape and definition of my curls without needing excessive manipulation or styling products. Another benefit of the ceramic technology and argan oil was that my curls didn't frizz up , even without using a lot of product. I was thrilled with the results, especially considering I was in a rush. With more time to experiment, I'm excited to see just how curly I can get my hai r. The diffuser is available at Bellissima, Argos , Boots , and John Lewis for £89.99, down from £149.99, making it a fantastic treat for curly-haired individuals who want to achieve bouncy, hydrated, and defined curls all day long. Elsewhere, Curlsmith’s DeFrizzon Dryer and XXL diffuser, priced at £159, is perfect for those with long locks due to its large dish. Alternatively, you can get your hands on Bellissima's Supreme Hair Dryer Diffuser here.
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WASHINGTON — House Republicans have finalized their committee chairs for 2025, with most lawmakers returning to their posts. The committee chairs will play a pivotal role in helping advance President-elect Donald Trump’s ambitious legislative agenda amid a GOP trifecta in the House, Senate and White House. There are several new incoming committee leaders. The list of new and returning chairs, released Thursday, does not include any women. Michigan Rep. Tim Walberg will serve as chair of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce , following Rep. Virginia Foxx of North Carolina. Kentucky Rep. Brett Guthrie will serve as chair of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce , succeeding Washington Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers . Arkansas Rep. French Hill will chair the House Committee on Financial Services , taking over the post from North Carolina Rep. Patrick McHenry . Florida Rep. Brian Mast is set to lead the House Committee on Foreign Affairs , succeeding Texas Rep. Michael McCaul. Texas Rep. Brian Babin will chair the House Committee on Science, Space and Technology, replacing Oklahoma Rep. Frank Lucas. House Majority Leader Steve Scalise said that given the imminent GOP trifecta, “it is imperative we are in position to move President Trump’s agenda efficiently and thoughtfully so we can quickly restore our nation to greatness,” per a statement Thursday. “From securing our southern border, to unleashing American energy, to fighting to lower Bidenflation, and making our communities safe again, our Committee Chairs are ready to get to work fulfilling the American people’s mandate and enacting President Trump’s America-First agenda,” the Louisiana Republican added. Committee chairs continuing their leadership roles include: Agriculture : Rep. Glenn Thompson of Pennsylvania Appropriations: Rep. Tom Cole of Oklahoma Armed Services : Rep. Mike Rogers of Alabama Budget: Rep. Jodey Arrington of Texas Homeland Security : Rep. Mark Green of Tennessee Judiciary : Rep. Jim Jordan of Ohio Natural Resources: Rep. Bruce Westerman of Arkansas Oversight and Accountability : Rep. James Comer of Kentucky Small Business: Rep. Roger Williams of Texas Transportation and Infrastructure: Rep. Sam Graves of Missouri Veterans’ Affairs: Rep. Mike Bost of Illinois Ways and Means : Rep. Jason Smith of Missouri Last updated 2:29 p.m., Dec. 13, 2024
Automated Clearing House (ACH) Processing: Speeding Up Bank Transfers
