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CLEVELAND (AP) — Shortly after doing a face-down snow angel, firing a few celebratory snowballs and singing “Jingle Bells” on his way to the media room, Jameis Winston ended his postgame news conference with a simple question. “Am I a Brown yet?” he asked. He is now. And who knows? Maybe for a lot longer than expected. Winston entered Cleveland football folklore on Thursday night by leading the Browns to a 24-19 win over the division rival Pittsburgh Steelers, who had their five-game winning streak stopped. Winston's performance at Huntington Bank Field, which transformed into the world's largest snow globe, not only made him an instantaneous hero in the eyes of Browns fans but added another wrinkle to the team's ever-changing, never-ending quarterback conundrum. In his fourth start since Deshaun Watson's season-ending Achilles tendon injury, Winston made enough big plays to help the Browns (3-8) get a victory that should quiet conjecture about coach Kevin Stefanski's job. Some wins mean more than others. In Cleveland, beating the Steelers is as big as it gets. But beyond any instant gratification, Winston has given the Browns more to consider as they move forward. Watson's future with Cleveland is highly uncertain since it will still be months before the team has a grip on whether he's even an option in 2025, his fourth year since signing a $230 million, fully guaranteed contract that has proven calamitous. It's also possible the Browns will cut ties with Watson. They signed Winston to a one-year contract to be Watson's backup. But the unexpected events of 2024 have changed plans and led to the possibility that the 30-year-old Winston could become Cleveland's full-time QB or a bridge to their next young one. So much is unclear. What's not is that Winston, who leaped into the end zone on fourth-and-2 for a TD to put the Browns ahead 18-6 in the fourth quarter, is a difference maker. With his larger-than-life personality and the joy he shows whether practicing or throwing three touchdown passes, he has lifted the Browns. A man of faith, he's made his teammates believe. Winston has done what Watson couldn't: made the Browns better. “A very, very authentic person,” Stefanski said Friday on a Zoom call. “He’s the same guy every single day. He's the same guy at 5 a.m. as he at 5 p.m. He brings great energy to everything he does, and I think his teammates appreciate that about him.” Winston, who is 2-2 as a starter with wins over the Steelers and Baltimore Ravens, has a knack for inspiring through fiery, preacher-like pregame speeches. But what has impressed the Browns is his ability to stay calm in the storm. “He doesn’t get rattled,” said Myles Garrett, who had three sacks against the Steelers . “He’s just tuned in and focused as anyone I’ve seen at that position. Turn the page. There was a turnover, came back to the sideline, ‘Love you. I’m sorry. We’re going to get it back.’ He was already on to the next one, ‘How can we complete the mission?’ “I have a lot of respect for him. First was from afar and now seeing it on the field in front of me, it’s a blessing to have someone who plays a game with such a passion and want-to. You can’t ask for a better teammate when they take those things to heart and they want to play for you like we’re actually brothers and that’s what we have to attain. That brotherhood.” Winston has done something else Watson couldn't: move the offense. The Browns scored more than 20 points for just the second time this season, and like Joe Flacco a year ago, Winston has shown that Stefanski's system works with a quarterback patient enough to let plays develop and unafraid to take shots downfield. The conditions certainly were a factor, but the Browns were a miserable 1 of 10 on third down, a season-long trend. However, Cleveland converted all four fourth-down tries, including a fourth-and-3 pass from Winston to Jerry Jeudy with 2:36 left that helped set up Nick Chubb's go-ahead TD run. RT Jack Conklin. Garrett outplayed Steelers star T.J. Watt in their rivalry within the rivalry partly because Conklin did a nice job containing Pittsburgh's edge rusher, who was held without a sack and had one tackle for loss. Conklin has made a remarkable comeback since undergoing reconstructive knee surgery last year. Owners Dee and Jimmy Haslam. Their desire to build a dome is well intended, but an indoor game could never come close to matching the surreal setting of Thursday night, when snow swirled throughout the stadium and covered nearly all the yard lines and hash marks. “It was beautiful,” Winston said. WR Cedric Tillman is in the concussion protocol. He had two catches before taking a big hit on the final play of the third quarter. 9 — Consecutive home wins for the Browns in Thursday night games. Three of those have come against Pittsburgh. An extended break before visiting the Denver Broncos on Dec. 2. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFL

How you can cash in on DEAL MANIA By ANNE ASHWORTH Updated: 21:50, 6 December 2024 e-mail View comments An astonishing £52billion worth of UK-listed businesses have succumbed to bids or mergers in 2024, in a feeding frenzy of deals that provokes concern – but also indicates an opportunity. The shrinking of our stock market is bad news for the economy – the pace of departures is the fastest for a decade. But the payback for investors from takeover mania can be gratifying, suggesting that British shares are worth a bet now. So, enough of Black Friday and its often-so-so bargains. Is this the area where you could make a mint, especially given this week's forecast from the Swiss fund management group Pictet that the UK market could be less adversely affected than the rest of Europe by the Trump administration's tariffs policy? Trade buyers and US private equity groups are eager to indulge their appetite for businesses that appear irresistibly cheap and may not stay that way. The 45 companies that have been swallowed up include the packaging company DS Smith, cybersecurity group Darktrace, the financial platform Hargreaves Lansdown and the bank Virgin Money. Done deal: An astonishing £52billion worth of UK-listed businesses have succumbed to bids or mergers in 2024 Carlsberg's £3.3billion purchase of Britvic is being investigated by the Competition and Markets Authority watchdog. But the year's most controversial transaction is Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky's campaign to seize control of the Royal Mail owner IDS in a £3.6billion deal. Why is UK plc so alluring to predators? Ian Lance and Nick Purves, managers of the Temple Bar investment trust, say that shares have been ground down by short-term pessimism – and by UK pension funds preferring to put money into the US and other markets. So enticing are the bargains that have been produced that would-be bidders are not putting their plans on hold for Christmas. The 'takeover juggernaut keeps on trucking', in the words of Dan Coatsworth, analyst at broker AJ Bell, with a spate of offers for household names and more obscure firms in past days. Yesterday, the insurer Aviva moved closer to winning control of embattled rival Direct Line with a £3.6billion offer. The combined group will control one-fifth of the motor insurance market. The rumoured interest from several parties in ITV could turn into a tense drama, amid the perception that there is 'trapped value' in its studios arm which delivers shows as diverse as Love Island and Coronation Street. Also, the success of ITV X, its streaming service, has confounded expectations. The belief that the takeover talk could now be credible has led one analyst to speculate that ITV could be worth £4.5billion, against its current market capitalisation of £2.7billion. Suitors are also lining up for smaller enterprises. The Australian asset manager Macquarie has offered £700m offer for Renewi, the London-listed Belgian waste disposal business. RELATED ARTICLES Previous 1 Next Wealth preservation trusts can protect you and turn a profit... Can fund managers bounce back from a bad run, or is your... Share this article Share HOW THIS IS MONEY CAN HELP How to choose the best (and cheapest) stocks and shares Isa and the right DIY investing account Meanwhile, the FTSE 250 engineering firm TI Fluid Systems is to be acquired for £1billion by a Canadian competitor ABC Technologies, which is owned by the £250billion US private equity giant Apollo Global Management. It has also been revealed that the AIM-listed gold mining company Metals Exploration is snapping up Condor Gold for about £67.5m. Metals Exploration is backed by the investment vehicle of Nick Candy, the property developer famous for the One Hyde Park super-luxe apartment scheme in Knightsbridge, and his marriage to actress and singer Holly Valance. If you are checking your portfolio for exposure to this spending spree through individual stocks, funds and trusts, be aware that a bid approach may not culminate in an investor bounty. Lance and Purves point out that two holdings in their trust's portfolio – Anglo American and Currys – have fended off attempts to curtail their independence. Currys argued that a £757m offer from US activist investor Elliott Partners was far too low. A fair contention, it seems, since the share price of the electrical retailer is now 73 per cent higher than a year ago. There is also mounting disquiet among fund managers over what they see as the paltry sums being paid by predators – which should also raise the ire of private investors. There is particular dismay over one business. The cafe bar company Loungers is to be bought for £338m by New York private equity player Fortress, whose past UK acquisitions include Curzon Cinemas, Majestic Wines, Poundstretcher stores and Punch pubs. Axa Investment Managers is just one of the shareholders who are unhappy. Nick Hawthorn, manager of the Downing Strategic Multi-cap fund, argues that the 310p-a-share being paid by Fortress represents a 'derisory 30 per cent premium' on the Loungers share price, which was hard hit by the Budget's employer National Insurance raid and other measures. Loungers disputes these claims. Yet they should serve as an alert to anyone who wants to make the most of bid and merger mania but who does not want to be short-changed. This is our guide: Where to invest Cashing in: Nick Candy and wife Holly Valance So attractive are the valuations of UK shares at present that some analysts argue that 'everything is for sale'. This assessment may be an exaggeration. Yet it will heighten the focus on names whose shares have fallen in past months such as the convenience store chain B&M, the drinks group Diageo and the bank Schroders – its price is down by 27 per cent this year. US buyout company Advent is, reportedly, poised to pounce on Tate & Lyle, the flavourings group. Since it is difficult to tell whether such reports are speculation or fact, it may be wise to put some cash into a UK trust or fund gives you a stake in the action – and a chance for future appreciation. Suitable choices include Fidelity Special Situations, Fidelity Special Values, Jupiter UK Dynamic and Temple Bar – which is my pick. Trusts that could pay dividends There has already been a large amount of consolidation in the investment trust sector. The Alliance and Witan trusts got together to form Alliance Witan which joined the FTSE 100 this week. If you are ready for adventure, James Carthew of QuotedData suggests renewable energy trusts, such as Bluefield Solar, Greencoat Renewables or NextEnergy Solar. Some of their share prices are at a discount of 30 per cent to the net asset value (NAV), making them a possibly enticing target. Greencoat also provides a 7.8 per cent dividend yield – some consolation if a predator fails to appear on the scene. Have your cake and eat it, too Ben Yearsley of Fairview Investing is not a fan of investing in a share simply because a bid could appear. He says: 'I tell my clients that you should buy what you normally buy, based on the company's credentials and prospects.' If a bid materialises, this is the icing on the cake. He continues: 'Standard Chartered has been the subject of takeover rumours for about three years. None has materialised. 'If you invested three years ago, believing this to be a bank that could make a comeback, you would have been rewarded with a share price rise of 126 per cent and enjoyed dividends along the way. What's more, the share price could advance by a further 20-30 per cent.' Don't rely on a bid The luxury goods industry is set for consolidation, its Asian clientele having become reluctant to spend. But companies seeking to make acquisitions in this sector can prefer a brand that is on its way to revival, rather than starting on the journey. This means holders of the iconic British fashion house Burberry (like me) may need to be forbearing as it tries to retain its style credentials through ads featuring Oscar-winning actress Olivia Colman, Chelsea and England footballer Cole Palmer, and Alex Hassell and David Tennant, stars of Disney+ series Rivals. For the moment, the handbag maker Mulberry has evaded the clutches of Fraser founder Mike Ashley. Yet close attention will be paid to the success of boss Andrea Baldo's drive to remodel the business. 'Watch and wait' should be your motto. What to do in the case of a bid It is tempting to be dazzled by an offer for a company in which you hold shares, especially if it is pitched at 20-30 per cent above the share price. But the offer may not necessarily reflect the company's prospects. Most bids are cash only. But if there is a mix of cash and shares, you have to weigh up whether you consider the bidder worth backing. If you hold your shares through a platform, you will receive information about the bid and be able to sell your shares without a fee if the offer is approved by the company's board and so become official. If the shares trade at about the level of the bid, it may be worth selling before this time in case the deal is derailed. DIY INVESTING PLATFORMS AJ Bell AJ Bell Easy investing and ready-made portfolios Learn More Learn More Hargreaves Lansdown Hargreaves Lansdown Free fund dealing and investment ideas Learn More Learn More interactive investor interactive investor Flat-fee investing from £4.99 per month Learn More Learn More Saxo Saxo Get £200 back in trading fees Learn More Learn More Trading 212 Trading 212 Free dealing and no account fee Learn More Learn More Affiliate links: If you take out a product This is Money may earn a commission. 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It is an ambitious social experiment of our moment in history — one that experts say 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, approved by its Parliament last week, is 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. And like efforts of the past to protect kids from things that parents believe they’re not ready for, the nation’s move is both ambitious and not exactly simple, particularly in a world where young people are often shaped, defined and judged by the online company they keep. 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. TikTok, Snapchat and Instagram have become so ingrained in young people’s lives that going cold turkey will be difficult. Other questions loom. Does the ban limit kids’ free expression and — especially for those in vulnerable groups — isolate them and curtail their opportunity to connect with members of their community? And how will social sites verify people’s ages, anyway? Can’t kids just get around such technicalities, as they so often do? This is, after all, the 21st century — an era when social media is the primary communications tool for most of those born in the past 25 years who, in a fragmented world, seek the common cultures of trends, music and memes. What happens when big swaths of that fall away? Is Australia’s initiative a good, long-time-coming development that will protect the vulnerable, or could it become a well-meaning experiment with unintended consequences? The law will make platforms including TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, Reddit, X and Instagram liable for fines of up to 50 million Australian dollars ($33 million) for systemic failures to prevent children younger than 16 from holding accounts. “It’s clear that social media companies have to be held accountable, which is what Australia is trying to do,” said Jim Steyer, president and CEO of the nonprofit Common Sense Media. Leaders and parents in countries around the world are watching Australia’s policy closely as many seek to protect young kids from the internet’s dangerous corners — and, not incidentally, from each other. Most nations have taken different routes, from parental consent requirements to minimum age limits. Many child safety experts, parents and even teens who have waited to get on social media consider Australia’s move a positive step. They say there’s ample reason to ensure that children wait. “What’s most important for kids, just like adults, is real human connection. Less time alone on the screen means more time to connect, not less,” said Julie Scelfo, the founder of Mothers Against Media Addiction, or MAMA, a grassroots group of parents aimed at combatting the harms of social media to children. “I’m confident we can support our kids in interacting in any number of ways aside from sharing the latest meme.” The harms to children from social media have been well documented in the two decades since Facebook’s launch ushered in a new era in how the world communicates. Kids who spend more time on social media, especially as tweens or young teenagers, are more likely to experience depression and anxiety, according to multiple studies — though it is not yet clear if there is a causal relationship. What’s more, many are exposed to content that is not appropriate for their age, including pornography and violence, as well as social pressures about body image and makeup . They also face bullying, sexual harassment and unwanted advances from their peers as well as adult strangers. Because their brains are not fully developed, teenagers, especially younger ones the law is focused on, are also more affected by social comparisons than adults, so even happy posts from friends can send them into a negative spiral. Many major initiatives, particularly those aimed at social engineering, can produce side effects — often unintended. Could that happen here? What, if anything, do kids stand to lose by separating kids and the networks in which they participate? Paul Taske, associate director of litigation at the tech lobbying group NetChoice, says he considers the ban “one of the most extreme violations of free speech on the world stage today” even as he expressed relief that the First Amendment prevents such law in the United States “These restrictions would create a massive cultural shift,” Taske said. “Not only is the Australian government preventing young people from engaging with issues they’re passionate about, but they’re also doing so even if their parents are ok with them using digital services,” he said. “Parents know their children and their needs the best, and they should be making these decisions for their families — not big government. That kind of forcible control over families inevitably will have downstream cultural impacts.” David Inserra, a fellow for Free Expression and Technology, Cato Institute, called the bill “about as useful as an ashtray on a motorbike” in a recent blog post . While Australia’s law doesn’t require “hard verification” such as an uploaded ID, he said, it calls for effective “age assurance.” He said no verification system can ensure accuracy while also protecting privacy and not impacting adults in the process. Privacy advocates have also raised concerns about the law’s effect on online anonymity, a cornerstone of online communications — and something that can protect teens on social platforms. “Whether it be religious minorities and dissidents, LGBTQ youth, those in abusive situations, whistleblowers, or countless other speakers in tricky situations, anonymous speech is a critical tool to safely challenge authority and express controversial opinions,” Inserra said. A spot check of kids at one mall in the Australian city of Brisbane on Wednesday didn’t turn up a great deal of worry, though. “Social media is still important because you get to talk to people, but I think it’s still good that they’re like limiting it,” said Swan Son, a 13-year-old student at Brisbane State High School. She said she has had limited exposure to social media and wouldn’t really miss it for a couple of years. Her parents already enforce a daily one-hour limit. And as for her friends? “I see them at school every day, so I think I’ll be fine.” Conor Negric, 16, said he felt he’d dodged a bullet because of his age. Still, he considers the law reasonable. “I think 16 is fine. Some kids, I know some kids like 10 who’re on Instagram, Snapchat. I only got Instagram when I was 14.” His mom, Sive Negric, who has two teenage sons, said she was happy for her boys to avoid exposure to social media too early: “That aspect of the internet, it’s a bit ‘meanland.’” Parents in Britain and across Europe earlier this year organized on platforms such as WhatsApp and Telegram to promise not to buy smartphones for children younger than 12 or 13. This approach costs almost no money and requires no government enforcement. In the United States, some parents are keeping kids off social media either informally or as part of an organized campaign such as Wait Until 8th, a group that helps parents delay kids’ access to social media and phones. This fall, Norway announced plans to ban kids under 15 from using social media, while France is testing a smartphone ban for kids under 15 in a limited number of schools — a policy that could be rolled out nationwide if successful. U.S. lawmakers have held multiple congressional hearings — most recently in January — on child online safety. Still, the last federal law aimed at protecting children online was enacted in 1998, six years before Facebook’s founding. In July, the U.S. Senate overwhelmingly passed legislation designed to protect children from dangerous online content , pushing forward with what would be the first major effort by Congress in decades to hold tech companies more accountable. But the Kids Online Safety Act has since stalled in the House. While several states have passed laws requiring age verification, those are stuck in court. Utah became the first state to pass laws regulating children’s social media use in 2023. In September, a judge issued the preliminary injunction against the law, which would have required social media companies to verify the ages of users, apply privacy settings and limit some features. NetChoice has also obtained injunctions temporarily halting similar laws in several other states. And last May, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy said there is insufficient evidence to show social media is safe for kids. He urged policymakers to treat social media like car seats, baby formula, medication and other products children use. “Why should social media products be any different? Scelfo said. “Parents cannot possibly bear the entire responsibility of keeping children safe online, because the problems are baked into the design of the products.” Associated Press Writers John Pye in Brisbane, Australia and Laurie Kellman in London contributed to this story.Decking the halls for the Christmas Cheer Breakfast