Rocket Lab Sets Launch Window to Deploy Synspective SatelliteNFL will consider replay assist for facemask penalties and other playsIt was back in May that a report came out regarding another to rival the likes of the Steam Deck and ROG Ally. It said the company was working on a new addition to the Legion Go lineup, this time aiming to offer a more budget-friendly option for portable gaming fans. added some details to the leaked hardware, which attached the Lenovo Legion Go S name to the product and a smaller screen over the original. Today, came through with a first look at the upcoming device via some leaked renders. As seen below, the renders show that the S hardware will be sporting a white shell, leaving the original Legion Go's black offering intact. Lenovo looks like it's going for a more rounded-out ASUS ROG Ally-style look for the new handheld, too, smoothing out the straight edges seen on the regular Go. As anyone familiar with the Legion Go will point out, though, the glaring difference seen in the renders is the lack of detachable controllers. The original version lets players slide out the side controllers, similar to a Nintendo Switch, and use it separately from the screen — which has its own built-in kickstand. The right controller could even be used as a vertical mouse once detached. If the renders are accurate, having built-in controls would make the Legion Go S similar to almost all other high-end gaming handhelds in the market. As for Internals, the S is rumored to ship with a chip from AMD's Ryzen Z2 Rembrandt (Zen 3+ and RDNA2) platform. Retail pricing information for the S version has not leaked just yet, but it's expected to debut at a much lower price than the standard Legion Go, which goes . regarding Lenovo's future handheld plans also revealed that the company is working on a next-generation Legion Go model as well. Not much has leaked about this version, but it could feature much higher-end , bumping up the performance and efficiency over the original. As with all reports, take this with a grain of salt. We will have to wait for an official announcement to see what exactly Lenovo has planned for its future in the handheld gaming hardware space.
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EUREKA, California, EE.UU. (AP) — El Servicio Meteorológico Nacional canceló su alerta de tsunami para la costa oeste de Estados Unidos después de que un fuerte terremoto sacudiera el jueves partes de California. Al menos 5,3 millones de personas en California estaban bajo alerta de tsunami tras el temblor de magnitud 7,0, dijo el Servicio Geológico de Estados Unidos en una alerta amarilla, que preveía daños localizados pero mínimos. El sismo se sintió tan al sur como en San Francisco, donde los residentes sintieron un movimiento ondulante durante varios segundos. Le siguieron réplicas de menor intensidad. No se informó inmediatamente de daños o lesiones importantes. El sismo se produjo a las 10:44 de la mañana al oeste de Ferndale, una pequeña ciudad del condado costero de Humboldt, cerca de la frontera con Oregon, según el USGS. Poco después del temblor se emitió una alerta de tsunami que cubría casi 805 km (500 millas) de costa, desde el borde de la bahía californiana de Monterey hasta el norte de Oregon. “Fue un temblor fuerte, nuestro edificio tembló, estamos bien pero tengo un desastre que limpiar ahora mismo”, dijo todavía conmocionada Julie Kreitzer, propietaria de Golden Gait Mercantile, una tienda repleta de alimentos, mercancías y recuerdos que es una de las principales atracciones de Ferndale. “Hemos perdido muchas cosas. Probablemente es peor que hace dos años. Tengo que irme, tengo que intentar salvar algo para las fiestas porque va a ser un año duro”, dijo Kreitzer antes de colgar. Numerosas ciudades habían puesto en marcha evacuaciones como medida de precaución, instando a los residentes a trasladarse a terrenos más altos o más al interior. La alcaldesa de Eureka, Kim Bergel, dijo que su personal estaba evaluando los daños causados por el seísmo. Hasta el momento no se ha informado de daños importantes ni de heridos. Bergel, que trabaja como ayudante de recursos en una escuela secundaria, dijo que las luces se bambolearon y todo el mundo se metió debajo de los pupitres. “Los niños se portaron muy bien y estaban aterrorizados. Parecía que iba y venía durante bastante tiempo”, dijo. Algunos niños preguntaron: “¿Puedo llamar a mi madre?”. El Distrito de Tránsito Rápido del Área de la Bahía de San Francisco, conocido como BART, detuvo el tráfico en todas las direcciones a través del túnel submarino entre San Francisco y Oakland. Los visitantes del zoo de San Francisco fueron evacuados como consecuencia del terremoto, según informó el zoo en una publicación en la plataforma de medios sociales X. Los animales han sido asegurados y el personal ha sido trasladado a terrenos más elevados. Poco después del sismo, los teléfonos en el norte de California zumbaron con la ahora cancelada alerta de tsunami del Servicio Meteorológico Nacional que decía: “Una serie de poderosas olas y fuertes corrientes pueden impactar las costas cercanas a usted. Usted está en peligro. Aléjese de las aguas costeras. Desplácese a terreno elevado o tierra adentro ahora. Manténgase alejado de la costa hasta que los funcionarios locales digan que es seguro regresar”. Esta historia fue traducida del inglés por un editor de AP con la ayuda de una herramienta de inteligencia artificial generativa.There are times when a postseason bowl seems like the first game of next year for the participating teams. That cliche means something a little different for NC State and East Carolina. The Wolfpack and Pirates face each other in the Military Bowl on Saturday in Annapolis, Maryland. Then they'll see each other again in about eight months. NC State opens the 2025 season at home against ECU on Aug. 30. There is certainly plenty of familiarity between these two programs, even though NC State (6-6) is in the ACC and East Carolina (7-5) is in the AAC. The teams — located about 80 miles apart — have met 32 times, most recently in 2022 when the Wolfpack won 21-20. From 1970-87, these teams played each other every year. Since 2004, they haven't gone more than two consecutive seasons without meeting. “Hour and a half down the road and you're playing — whether you play every year or don't play every year — I think it's still a rivalry," East Carolina coach Blake Harrell said. "Our fans still get excited. They still think that's a rivalry. Our players still think that's a rivalry.” NC State leads the series 19-13 and has won three straight — but East Carolina won three in a row before that. “It's weird playing a team that we open with next year,” Wolfpack coach Dave Doeren said. “We don't play them that much. We play them every three years, so it's really a roster turnover. Every time we see them, it's a different ballclub for the most part. But yeah, finishing with who you open with is unique.” NC State and East Carolina met in the Peach Bowl in 1992 — during an eight-year hiatus in their regular-season series. ECU scored three touchdowns in the final 7:26 to win 37-34. “We had that time during COVID, we obviously all had some down time. I remember searching through YouTube, just past games to check out. That game did pop up," Harrell said. "That was a special moment for that team and that program at the time, and this could be a special moment for this team and this program.” NC State is playing in the Military Bowl for the first time. East Carolina was supposed to participate in 2021, but the game was canceled. The Pirates lost to Maryland in the 2010 edition. Harrell took over on an interim basis in the middle of the season when Mike Houston was fired. After leading the Pirates to four straight wins, Harrell had the interim tag removed . Freshman CJ Bailey took over at quarterback for NC State this season after concussion problems ended Grayson McCall's career. Bailey has completed 64.1% of his passes. Only Philip Rivers and Russell Wilson threw for more touchdowns as a freshman for the Wolfpack than Bailey, who has 14 TD tosses. “He's a really good player. Doesn't play like a freshman to me,” Harrell said. "Makes really good throws down the field, has a really good arm, and then if he takes off scrambling or if the quarterback-designed run game, he's a long strider. He can eat up some ground. Nobody ever catches him." Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-footballUnum group director Gloria Larson sells $745,000 in stock
1. A ridiculously cozy oversized blanket hoodie so they can stay wrapped up in comfy warmth whether they're laying in bed for a Netflix marathon, seated at their reading chair with their favorite book, or heading to the kitchen to whip up a meal. Plus, it has a huge front pocket! Promising review: "This is exactly the cozy, heavy blanket hoodie I've ben wanting! It's like wrapping up in the blanket from my bed, without hauling around a king-sized mass of fabric. There's even a hidden pocket inside the kangaroo pouch to keep your little things from falling out. For anyone concerned about the "one size" thing, I'm 5'4", 280 lbs. I wear a 3x in women's. This thing is big enough to tuck my knees up in there and still have a bit of room. It's super-soft, too! I want at least 3 more." — MandraDawn1 Get it from Amazon for $36.99 (available in 49 colors, including reversible styles!). 2. A pair of TikTok-famous Aerie crossover flare leggings they'll appreciate having when they're just not in the mood to wear jeans (aka always). With these, they can keep the style and add the comfort. Promising reviews: "The leggings are my favorite thing to wear — I literally wash and repeat them. They’re so comfortable and fit like a glove. I even got my mom to get the same pair lol. 12/10 highly recommend!" — Lucy "They’re a perfect piece to add to your wardrobe; you can wear them anywhere, style them up or down, however you want. Perfectly comfortable, and the crossover is also super cute. There’s nothing bad I can say about them, I would literally wear these every day . I need to get more, I definitely recommend." — Rani Get them from Aerie for $29 (originally $54.95; available in women's sizes XXS–XXL in regular, short, and long lengths, and eight colors). 3. A swoon-worthy soft knit throw blanket because 'tis the season to snuggle up on the couch with a peppermint mocha in hand. They can try *not* to doze off with this wrapped around them but uh...they'll probably fail. Plus, reviewers compare it to the one from Barefoot Dreams! Promising reviews : "I saw this blanket on TikTok and I have to say I absolutely love it. I've washed it several times now and it’s maintained its elasticity and softness after each wash. It’s warm enough but not too hot for a throw. Absolutely recommend this blanket!" — Amy "Being a sucker for soft, cozy blankets, I thought I would get one and compare it to my Barefoot Dreams blanket. Not only did it compare, I actually prefer this blanket. If they are both laying there, I choose this one! " — CC Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in three sizes and 17 styles). 4. Or a bestselling cotton weighted blanket , which acts as a big ol' bear hug on those restless nights when they could use a little help drifting off into a peaceful slumber. Its natural glass beads give them deep, gentle pressure that reviewers say has helped with their anxiety and insomnia. Read more about the effects of weighted blankets at Cleveland Clinic . Promising review: "I bought this as a gift for my wife a few weeks ago — she was very skeptical when she opened the box and took it out, but since then she has used it every night and she absolutely loves it! It does help her relax and sleep better." — MaxG Get it from Amazon for $29.90+ (available in 17 weights/sizes and 25 colors). 5. Or a giant 10x10 blanket because it'll make those at-home group hangouts as cozy as possible. Get some snacks, pile under this together, and flip on your fave movie or new crime documentary. I spy the new go-to blanket for the Harry Potter re-watch. 👀 Big Blanket Co . is a small business that, obviously, creates HUUUUGE blankets. The blankets are made with four-way stretch, temperature regulating fabric, and can fit in standard-sized washing machines. Promising review: "I took the leap and bought my first blanket! I am in love with it! It is so soft. I love the weight it has. It keeps me at a good temperature. I have a feeling that I will be getting more. 😉" — Lelia R. Get it from Amazon for $179 (available in 17 colors) or Big Blanket Co for $126.65+ (originally 149+; available in two sizes and 24 colors). 6. A pair of chic ribbed sweater pants that'll quite literally act as a cozy sweater hug for their legs — especially for those WFH besties! With a design that is the happy middle between loose and clingy, they'll be feeling cute 'n' comfy in these all day long. Promising review: "I absolutely love the fit and feel of these pants! They are so comfortable and if I'm just lounging around the house I still feel put together since they're so stylish!" — Breanna LeMmon Get it from Amazon for $41.42+ (available in sizes XXS–5X and in eight colors). 7. A lightweight deep-tissue massage gun because I guess we're officially at that age...*sigh*. This'll help relieve them of the pain they get from kinks in places they didn't know could hurt. Who needs the spa when they've got their own personal, portable masseuse? It comes with five massage heads and five speed levels to try out — and weighs just 1.5 pounds! Promising review: "I have had chronic issues with pain caused by severely knotted muscles. This massager changed my life! I have tried muscle relaxers, stretching, and many other things, but a couple of muscles in my upper back would just knot up with any stress, physical or emotional, and the pain was nearly constant. I used this for about a half hour on all of my muscles with the first use, and the effects were immediate and profound. Pain relief was instant, and occasional use for a couple of minutes to the affected areas has been able to maintain that relief. I loved it so much, I bought one for my brother, who says it is helping him tremendously, as well. I have charged my massager twice in the last two months, battery life is excellent! " — Patty S. Get it from Amazon for $89.99+ (available in three colors). 8. A supportive seat cushion for their desk chair because they haven't properly experienced sitting until they've sat on this baby. It has a non-slip bottom and a unique U-shaped cutout that helps them maintain proper spinal alignment and posture through hours of sitting. It's given many WFH workers' lower backs some much-needed pressure relief. It's no wonder it has over 90,000 5-star ratings! Read more about how ergonomic chair cushions can help at Cleveland Clinic . Promising review: "I fell on black ice many years ago, and my tailbone, elbows and dignity all took the impact. I’ve had recurring pain in my tailbone ever since then, when I sit for long periods and can’t move my legs much; such as long trips by car or plane. I’ve tried different seat cushions over the years that helped a little; but this one is the best I’ve found. Ahhh — relief finally!! I may order another, so I don’t have to move this one from the house to the car. We also attend a lot of college basketball games and I’m looking forward to this season to start so I can see if the seat works well in those 'no-knee room' seats too!" — CC Get it from Amazon for $36.99+ (available in two styles and six colors). 9. And a splurge-worthy towel warmer because they deserve to be wrapped up in cozy warmth when they've finished bathing after a long, tiresome day. Trust me, after they experience the joy of turning every shower into a spa day, they will never go back. It fits one oversized bath towel and you can program the heat in 15-minute intervals up to an hour. Promising review: "We found this on TikTok and got it for ourselves for Xmas. Definitely not a necessity in life, but it's really nice to have, especially now in winter. We love to use it for our babies and I'm sure they like it as well. We haven't had any issues with use. I use a large, thick beach-size towel normally and that fits fine in there. The minimum time setting is 15 minutes, but you don't need to have it in there for the full 15 to get it warm." — Sam Pereyra Get it from Amazon for $109.99 (available in two colors). 10. An oh-so-soft fleece loungewear set with a cardigan to make it a lil' more ~extra~. Plus, reviewers say it feels a lot like Skims! They can wear this while they're hard at work on their laptop...on their couch...about to fall asleep because of how cozy they are in this wonderful new set you got them. Promising review: "No joke, these are pretty much exactly the same as my Skims lounge set for half the price . The pants graze the tops of my feet even when I wear them high-waisted at my belly button, so I think they’re plenty long. The robe is like wearing a blanket, but still looks put together. Anyway, I’m back here to buy a second color because I loved them so much !" — Jenna Get the three-piece set from Amazon for $54.99 (available in women's sizes S–XL and in 31 colors). 11. A pair of Apple AirPods Pro that come with four sizes of silicone tips so that they mold perfectly to their ear. So no need to worry about an awkward fit (or any annoying wires!) — they can just ~vibe~. They also have *chef's kiss* noise cancellation and a handy precision finding feature if they tend to lose anything that can fit in their pocket. They can get up to 30 hours of listening time with the charging case! Promising reviews: "Love these! Wore them for an entire four-hour flight — very comfortable, and the batteries didn't die. Good sound-cancellation, so I didn't have to hear annoying conversations around me." — Vince in LA "I work in an art studio where I paint in an airbrush booth. The vent fan for the fumes is so loud my ears would ring for hours after. I bought these AirPods Pro 2 and WOW! The ANC (active noise cancellation) completely removed the fan noise and also the sound of the air compressor. Even the hiss of the airbrush I was using! All I could hear was my music. The audio was amazing! I was blown away by the spatial audio. It was like being there. You turn your head and the different instruments sound like they are coming from different directions in the room. The sound is rich and clean, the bass full and deep. I’m just amazed. The tips fit my ears perfectly right out of the box. There is even an ear fit test you can do right in the settings to help you get the right fit. I’m so glad I bought these." — Myla Get them from Amazon for $245.99 . 12. A Trtl neck pillow with soft fleece support that might actually make a restful nap on a plane possible. (Imagine that!) Its ergonomic design will keep their head from nodding back and forth to help avoid aches and strains. Plus, it's a lot more stylish than a bulky neck pillow. It also easily attaches to backpacks and luggage handles, weighs less than half a pound, and is machine washable! Check it out on TikTok here . BuzzFeed Shopping contributor Ciera Velarde owns this comfy pillow and says: "I've used this for the past few years and swear by it! Before this, I always found traditional neck pillows uncomfortable and would end up ditching them halfway through the flight and getting frustrated. The Trtl pillow is adjustable — you wrap the pillow around your neck and secure it with Velcro, and if you find it's too loose, just make it a bit tighter! I've truly never slept better on a plane than with this pillow. " Promising review: "Used it for a 14-hour flight to Japan last week, and it helped tremendously. This was the first time I was able to sleep on the plane so this helped tremendously. Definitely a must-have for travel. It is very light so I was able to easily pack it in my under-the-seat wheeled trolley. I want to emphasize how much the light warmth of the fleece (and I don't like being hot) was just right to help me nod off to sleep. Since this is primarily for sitting upright in the seat or someone in the middle or the aisle seat, this was ideal for me. I just got back yesterday. Again I used it — this time for a 12-hour flight." — Ambience Get it from Amazon for $64.99 (available in five colors). 13. Plus, a genius hoodie with a built-in eye mask they'll appreciate when their flight neighbor feels like keeping their window open with the bright sun staring them in the face. Its cozy, cotton blend fleece paired with its oversized fit will make them feel like they're wearing a blanket (in the most stylish way) and might even help them get some rest! Pond Los Angeles is an Asian woman-owned small biz making luxurious travel products that'll make you feel like you're in first class, even if you're flying coach. Promising review: "I fly a lot and am constantly trying to find a hoodie with a big hood to cover my eyes so I can catch up on some beauty sleep on flights. I saw this product on Instagram and knew it would be a game changer. I was able to use it recently for the first time on an early-morning flight, and let me tell you, it is EVERYTHING I was looking for and more. It’s comfy, cozy, oversized, and the eye covers make you feel like you’re in a whole other world and not packed like a sardine on a plane. My over ear headphone fit perfectly under it and I got the best sleep I’ve had on a plane — EVER! Like other reviews have said, it is big, so size down if you want something a little more snug. I have been wearing it every day at home and can’t wait to get the black and blush ones!" — Heather G. Get it from Pond Los Angeles for $128 (available in women's sizes XS–XXL and four colors). 14. A box of fragrance-free Aveeno Soothing Bath Treatment packets because there's almost nothing worse than skin annoyances like poison ivy, bug bites, sunburns, and rashes. This is enriched with colloidal oatmeal to gently cleanse, moisturize, and alleviate irritated skin. And don't worry — reviewers say it's mild enough to relieve even sensitive skin! Simply sprinkle the contents from the packet into warm bath water and mix it in before you soak. Promising reviews: " This oatmeal bath has made a world of difference with my increasing pregnancy itchiness. The next day after a bath, my skin feels so smooth and moisturized. I have even come to find that it works excellently for sunburns! I soaked for two days in this bath with a very painful sunburn (realizing quickly that pregnancy makes my skin more sensitive to the sun) and my sunburn was gone by day three with the itch decreased and no peeling. I highly recommend this product! FYI: The only inconvenience is the claylike residue that builds up around your bath drain. If you clean it while it is still wet, it comes off very easily." — Audrey "I first started using this product when I developed unbearably itchy, dry skin during my pregnancy. After no success with lotions and bath oils, this was the first product to provide me with relief. Now my 3-year-old has eczema and we use it in her bath water to help reduce inflammation and itching ." — scmom Get a pack of eight from Amazon for $7.57 . 15. A trendy, lightweight pair of New Balance 608 V5 Cross Trainers that even amazed this reviewer with how well they carried them through a full day at Disneyland — and we all know that's the true test of comfort for any pair of shoes. They're made with minimal interior seaming and are lined with supportive foam inserts so that their feet can kiss those painful blisters and midday discomfort goodbye. Promising reviews: "These shoes are super comfortable and supportive. I used to play pickleball on hard court surfaces with tennis shoes with little padding. I developed sore feet which had a term — plantar fasciitis!! These New Balance tennis shoes with thick memory foam inserts saved the day! I can keep playing the game I love and my foot pain is nearly gone! Best tennis shoes ever! And they come in wide too, which makes the fit perfect!!!" — Library "I love these! They are the perfect dad sneakers and super in style! I love the blue color as well. They’re comfortable, great quality, and they provide a lot of support. They’re true to size as well." — Stephanie Russell Get them from Amazon for $52.72+ (available in women's sizes 5–12, including narrow and wide sizes, and three styles). 16. A splurge-worthy Lululemon oversized half-zip sweater made with a breathable, cotton-blend fleece fabric that works beautifully as a post-workout layer. It keeps them from having to step outside after a sweat sesh without something to protect them from the chilly breeze! And get this — it's got a kangaroo pocket with a hidden phone sleeve *and* the elastic zipper pull doubles as an emergency hair tie. 😉 Promising review: "Love this half zip. The one I got is such a fun shade of pink. It fits true to size, with a little bit of a roomier sleeve than I expected. That makes it nice though, as it leaves space to wear something underneath if you like and it not feel constricting. The neck can be worn folded down or standing up. The length is to the waist. It is so cute and well made! I probably will buy another color, as this is definitely a versatile piece of clothing that can be worn for exercise or casually out for the day. " — Beth Get it from Lululemon for $118 (available in sizes XS—XXL and in eight colors). 17. Or a reviewer-beloved Aerie Getaway Waffle Sweatshirt designed with dreamily soft cotton material. When the chilly day tempts them to just throw on their old college sweater (which has probably seen better days), this'll serve as a more ~stylish~ alternative that's just as comfy! Promising reviews: " This is quite literally the softest material I've ever touched in my LIFE. The fit is perfectly oversized and soooo comfy. I'm in love. I don't usually write reviews but I had to because this is probably the best product Aerie has come out with!" — Elyse "Love this sweatshirt!! It’s so soft and comfortable. I ordered one for my daughter for Christmas but as soon as she saw mine and felt how soft it is, she ordered herself one!! Oh well, I tried!!" — Patti Get them from Aerie for $54.95 (available in sizes XXS—XXL and in four colors). 18. A very handy Bluetooth phone and tablet remote for when they've just had that kind of day where they want to mindlessly scroll through TikTok in bed. This lets them keep your phone in its mount while they click the up and down buttons to browse whatever videos you sent in the group chat while they were at work. Now they can stay nice and cozy under their blanket without having to hold their phone up to their face. Here's a popular phone and tablet mount if they need one! It's designed to be worn as a ring, and you can also use it for easy photo-taking — it works from up to 33 feet away! Plus, it's compatible with the Kindle app if you don't feel like manually swiping each page (note that it doesn't work with Kindle devices themselves). Oh, and you can use it for over 14 hours on a single charge, or 86 hours with its charging case. Promising reviews: "Super compact and works great! Setting it up was easy and it fits snugly in my book bag without taking up a lot of room. It’s great for laying in bed while having my tablet set up and scrolling without removing my arms from my blanket." — Kindle Customer "Cute, compact, and convenient. I use it with TikTok and the Kindle app. I knit at the same time as watching TikTok videos or reading, so this is an amazing little gadget. It also wouldn't take up much room in a purse, so I can travel with it." — annaangela Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in six colors). 19. A cute pair of Acorn memory foam slippers , which are just the thing your bestie needs for walking around the house as the chilly season settles in. And tbh, slipping your precious feet into a pair of fluffy clouds first thing in the morning honestly sounds like the best thing ever. Whether you're walking from you bedroom to your bathroom or from your front door to your car for a Starbucks drive-thru trip, you'll be walking on ~cloud nine~. Prime members: You can try before you buy ! Promising review: " These slippers are comfort to my feet. The way they are made, I enjoy a feeling of stability, and with the memory foam they mold to my feet. Also, because they have an 'indoor/outdoor' sole, I can put them on and run out to my backyard early in the a.m. with my dog and my feet don't get wet. Lastly, I like that they are washable. I previously had a wool Acorn pair of slippers that lasted for years. Thanks for a great slipper." — Bella's Mom Get them from Amazon for $28.80+ (available in women's sizes 5–12 and 22 styles). 20. A set of super soft, 100% cotton flannel sheets — this won't help them stop hitting the snooze button, but hey, they'll be sleeping in on an extra-soft cloud of coziness. This set includes a flat sheet, fitted sheet, and one-two pillowcases depending on bed size. Promising review: "Warm, comfortable, heaven. Bought these for our king-sized bed. We have a firm mattress topped with a 3-inch pillow top, and these sheets fit it perfectly! I love the fit. They wash up nicely and feel wonderful on a cold winter night. I'm going to buy more for the guest room. I'm certain our guests will enjoy them as much as we have. Also, the price was amazing for the quality. " — Kindle Customer Get them from Amazon for $36.04+ (available in nine sizes and 19 colors). 21. A plush, fast-drying bath pillow with an upper cushion that'll cradle their head, neck, and shoulders in case they're in such a blissful trance, that they happen to doze off. Now all there's left for them to do is lay back and figure out how to tell their loved ones that they've officially moved into the tub. It's also machine-washable! Promising review: "This took my bath relaxing game to a whole new level. I love how comfortable this is, and the suction cups do a great job of staying in place. It has nice hook so you can hang it up to air dry, and on top of that it comes with a little case to put it in when you throw it in the washer! I love this product and have caught even my husband using it some of the time. I would 100% buy again if I had to, but I have had it a few months and the quality looks like it will last ." — Victorya Williams Get it from Amazon for $37.99 . 22. A chic cross-back apron (with pockets!) their OOTD will be grateful for because they'll be protecting it from the murder scene they're about to turn their kitchen into. It's made of soft, breathable linen with a cross-back design to help them avoid that dreadful neck strain. It's so cute, they'll *almost* want to wear another apron over this one, but they can just toss it into the washing machine when it's time to clean. Magic Linen is a family-run small business based in Lithuania that makes the most gorgeous handmade textiles, from bedding to tablecloths. Promising reviews: "The absolute best thing I have ever treated myself to. Slip it on. No buckles, no ties, and no adjusting. Washes and wears beautifully. This is my second one. I also ordered my daughter one. She loves it as much as I do." — kathdona " High quality fabric, beautifully made. The apron is even better looking in person than in the photos. Fits comfortably and is easy to move about in. This has exceeded my expectations and I’m planning on baking all weekend wearing this beautiful apron!" — Nancy McLaughlin Get it from Magic Linen on Etsy for $54.60 ($78; available in sizes S–XXL and 14 colors). 23. A cooling, memory foam contoured sleep mask that'll help improve their sleep quality because it puts zero pressure on their eyes and blocks out light while still allowing them to freely blink. Cons: It might make it a little harder for them not to hit that snooze button...oh well. Promising review : " The BEST BEST BEST and most comfortable sleep mask I’ve found. Night shifter for years, and have tried everything. Many other sleep masks have some qualities but not all. Some are high quality material but let light in, others are comfortable but material frays or cones apart after a few months, some are good for blackout but have a hard metal adjustment clasps on the band hurts when you sleep on it. This one has an adjustable coast on the band but I don’t feel it when I’m sleeping like others. This one is AMAZINGLY SOFT, VERY THICK, plush, high-quality material, quality stitching that won’t come apart like so many others that are cheaply made, and it’s EXTREMELY COMFORTABLE even though it’s a good price. Very impressed and pleasantly surprised." — . Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in seven colors). 24. A pair of chunky Circus lug sole boots — many reviewers are comparing them to the pricey Prada ones! Who says long walking days should be limited to sneakers? These have a thick platform design with heel padding that'll give your bestie some extra height while remaining super comfy. Prime members: You can try before you buy ! 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Steelers QB Russell Wilson is spreading the wealth on offenseNEW YORK (AP) — Shortly before he was to be flogged and imprisoned for eight years, Mohammad Rasoulof fled Iran. His weekslong journey would take him from Tehran, through rural Iranian villages, on foot across a mountainous borderland and ultimately to Hamburg, Germany. As arduous and dangerous as the trip was, Rasoulof’s travels had an added wrinkle: He was trying to finish a movie at the same time. A week after arriving in Germany, Rasoulof would premiere his film, “The Seed of the Sacred Fig” at the Cannes Film Festival in France. As he fled, Rasoulof was preoccupied with the movie’s edit, which was being carried out in Germany. “I remember when I was sitting in the car that was driving me to the border,” Rasoulof says. “I had my laptop and I was taking notes and sending them to my editor. The two friends who were taking me kept saying, ‘Put that thing away for a second.’” In Cannes, “The Seed of the Sacred Fig” won a special jury prize and Rasoulof was celebrated with a 13-minute standing ovation. The movie has since been hailed as one of the best of the year, and arguably its most daring. Rasoulof made “Sacred Fig” clandestinely in Iran, directing scenes from a separate location to avoid raising suspicions. (The opening titles read: “When there is no way, a way must be made.”) Its story — a devastating family drama set during the 2022 protests that engulfed Iran — would surely only add to Rasoulof’s prison sentence. So after all of this, how is he feeling? When he recently met with The Associated Press for an interview, Rasoulof shrugged. “Ordinary,” he says. Rasoulof, 52, has a more gentle, bemused presence than some of his films would suggest. But how could Rasoulof, after what he’s lived through this year, feel anything like ordinary? “I still haven’t grasped the meaning of exile,” he explains. “I think it will take some time. The feeling of that void has not hit me yet, and I think it may never come.” Rasoulof has been busy traveling from film festival to film festival. In September, he and his 24-year-old daughter attended the Telluride festival in Colorado. Many more such stops were to come. Since fleeing Iran, Rasoulof has effectively been immersed in the world he’s long known: cinema. “Maybe I am living in the world of cinema, and maybe that’s why things are so familiar,” he agrees. “Maybe that’s why I don’t feel I’m in exile.” “The Seed of the Sacred Fig,” currently playing in theaters, is the Oscar submission from Rasoulof’s adoptive home, Germany. He’s settled in with his family, grateful for how the country has welcomed him. Speaking through an interpreter, Rasoulof grants that he’ll probably always mentally have a bag packed, ready to return to Iran should the chance ever come. But what “home” constitutes has changed for him. “I might be able to change this concept of home for myself,” he says. “I walk on the streets here and I see people of different colors and forms from all over the place, and they all call this place home. So there’s always the chance that one can build something new.” How oppressive politics can infiltrate the home is central to “The Seed of the Sacred Fig.” It concerns a family of four: Iman (Missagh Zareh), a lawyer newly appointed to the Revolutionary Court in Tehran; his wife, Najmeh (Soheila Golestani) and their two daughters, Rezvan (Mahsa Rostami) and Sana (Setareh Maleki). Iman is proud of his high position, but, when the government crackdown on protesters following the death of Mahsa Amini accelerates, his daughters are increasingly at odds with him. After Iman's gun goes missing, his wife and daughters turn into suspects. “The Seed of the Sacred Fig,” populated with real cellphone videos from the protests, plays out as an excruciating microcosm of Iranian society. “It wasn’t like I put those videos in. They just came in,” says Rasoulof. “The reality is that it was through those videos I realized what happened. When the Woman, Life, Freedom movement occurred, I was in prison.” Rasoulof has spent several spells in Tehran’s Evin Prison. In 2010, he was arrested on set for filming without a permit. In 2022, he was jailed for seven months after pursuing the release of another of Iran’s most prominent filmmakers, Jafar Panahi. Panahi, who secretly made the film “No Bears,” was only released in 2023 after commencing a hunger strike. “My windows at home opened to the hills that have the Evin prison in them,” says Rasoulof. “I knew behind those walls many of my friends were sitting.” Rasoulof, inspired by the courage of the younger generation, resolved to pour the same spirit into “The Seed of the Sacred Fig.” Although it wasn’t until Rasoulof’s appeal of his sentence failed that he resolved to flee, he grants that deciding to make “Sacred Fig” essentially sealed his fate. “Making this film was part of that decision,” he says. “Although I had made up my mind earlier, because it was such a bitter decision, I was denying it and delaying it, waiting for a miracle to allow me to stay.” “I would open the fridge to make sure there was nothing there that would go bad,” he adds. “It was a strange circumstance.” For the film's actors and crew members, signing up for the movie meant also becoming co-conspirators. Everyone knew the risks. And, like Rasoulof, many of them have since left Iran. Rostami and Maleki also now live in Germany. Asked if his collaborators are all currently safe, Rasoulof responds: “No one is safe from the Islamic Republic.” In his new life, Rasoulof is experiencing freedoms he never had in Iran. His films, for example, are widely available outside his native country but not in Iran. His prize-winning 2020 drama “There Is No Evil,” about capital punishment in Iran, is banned — though, ironically, Rasoulof’s prison guards enjoyed watching it with him from a flash drive. “I haven’t seen many of my films on a big screen, especially my last film,” he says. “I really want to see ‘There Is No Evil’ on a big screen. A festival in Portugal has promised to take me to see my own film.” The name of Rasoulof’s film comes from his memory of an ancient fig tree he once visited on an island in the south of Iran. It’s a tree that, with apparent metaphorical meaning for the Iranian government, spreads its seeds onto other trees, killing them and growing in their place. Rasoulof pulls out his phone to share a photo of his apartment in Tehran. Outside a large window, you can see the walls of Evin running along a craggy hillside. Inside are many houseplants. “This is my home,” he says. “I have a lot of plants. I really miss my plants. I have a neighbor who takes care of them for me. I actually have a fig tree at home.” Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission. Get local news delivered to your inbox!
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Yemen targets Israeli Ben Gurion AirportCOLUMBIA, Mo. — Next stop: the National Football League. Missouri wide receiver Luther Burden III declared for the NFL draft on Monday, two days after playing in what was likely his final collegiate game. He's heading to the professional ranks early, where he's projected to be one of the first players taken in the upcoming draft. "As a kid from St. Louis, it has always been my dream to play in (the) NFL," Burden wrote in an announcement posted to social media. "I am blessed to have a family and community that have helped support this dream and fuel me to put in the work in pursuit of this goal." Burden has been Mizzou's most transformational player in recent years, a five-star prospect who picked his home state school, starred on a national stage and signed high-visibility name, image and likeness deals. “The legacy of Luther Burden,” Tigers coach Eli Drinkwitz said Saturday, “is going to be the monumental decision he made to come to the University of Missouri, when nobody else thought he should have. His trajectory changed the program’s." In high school, Burden starred for Cardinal Ritter and, for his senior year, East St. Louis, where he was the St. Louis Post-Dispatch co-offensive player of the year after a senior season that included 34 total touchdowns. Recruiting services made Burden one of the premier prospects in his class. When he committed to Mizzou in October 2021, Burden became just the third consensus five-star recruit to do so, following fellow wide receiver Dorial Green Beckham and defensive lineman Sheldon Richardson, who later slipped to four-star status after starting at the junior college level. "I just want to start a trend in St. Louis for the younger people," Burden said at his commitment ceremony. "Start a trend to stay home and take our talents to Missouri.” Burden contributed immediately, scoring nine total touchdowns — including one punt return — during his freshman season. Last year's overall breakout for Missouri saw Burden catch 86 passes for 1,212 receiving yards and nine touchdowns. That campaign placed Burden third in MU program history for receiving yards in a single season, trailing Danario Alexander's 2009 season and Jeremy Maclin's 2008 run. Despite entering the 2024 season as a front-runner for the Biletnikoff Award, given to the nation's top receiver, and in the conversation for the Heisman Trophy, Burden had a more subdued campaign with 61 catches, the most on the team, and 676 receiving yards. With 192 career receptions, Burden is fourth in program history. His one catch in the Tigers' Saturday win over Arkansas broke a tie in the record books with Alexander. Off the field, he made waves for Missouri in the NIL space. A line of Burden-branded potato chips steadily expanded in flavors and popularity over the course of his college career. He recently appeared in an ad for Nautica's fall clothing line alongside Louisiana State gymnast-turned-model Olivia "Livvy" Dunne. Burden, a junior, walked in Mizzou's Senior Day ceremony held before that snowy game Saturday against the Razorbacks. It seemed to be a clear sign that Burden would be answering the NFL's call sooner rather than later. "While this decision is a step toward my professional future, it is by no means the end of my relationship with Mizzou," Burden wrote. "I will always carry a piece of this university with me, and I will continue to represent Mizzou with pride as I pursue my dreams. MIZ. Just call 3." The league requires players to spend at least three seasons in college ranks, so this is the earliest Burden can enter the draft. The scouting and draft cycle will pick up steam as college and professional seasons end, but early projections show Burden going solidly in the first round — with a significant chance of being a top-10 pick. Burden's draft declaration will almost certainly lead to him opting out of Missouri's bowl game, of which the date, location and opponent will be announced on Dec. 8. The risk of injury in a game with little incentive will likely keep Burden off the field to protect his chances in the draft. Mizzou could see a couple of other players declare early for the draft during the next month. For some, it's a way to test the waters and the viability of their opportunities at the next level before ultimately withdrawing from the draft and returning to college, if nothing else ©2024 STLtoday.com . Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
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ENERGIA ALL-IRELAND LEAGUE MEN’S DIVISION 2A – ROUND 8: As the recent break ends, we are gearing up for an exciting two weeks of action in the lead up to the festive period. Division 2A coughs up some exciting fixtures this weekend, the headline event being Cashel hosting Instonians. A first meeting between Cashel and Instonians in the Energia All-Ireland League is sure to make for an exciting clash to kick off the weekend’s action at 2 pm. Just a single point separates the two in the table as the competition for the top spot in 2A reaches boiling point. Fresh off their thrilling Energia Bateman Cup semi-final win at Garryowen, Instonians will aim to keep this momentum going into the early stages of next year, but defeating Cashel on their home patch will be a test. Cashel did however lose their last home game to Navan in early November, but it will be hard to call a winner as these two heavyweights lock horns this weekend. After their bruising battle with Galway Corinthians last time out, they are ready for whatever Instonians throw at them. Leaders Corinthians did suffer defeat last time out to Cashel, and away to Banbridge this weekend, they will hope to return to winning ways and hold onto top spot by Saturday evening. Missing many of their regulars last time out, Corinthians put in an impressive performance falling just short in the end as Cashel managed to turn things around. Banbridge did look impressive also in their recent win away to Navan. Jack Hart impressed off the tee and with his try scoring, he could be a handful for Corinthians. MU Barnhall have lost considerable ground to those three teams in recent weeks, off the back of consecutive defeats they will hope this weekend is more of a positive experience away to Old Crescent. Takumi Park however has not been a happy hunting ground for the Kildare men in the past. Losing each of their last three away trips, their last win at the previously named Rosbrien came in 2019. With just four points separating the two and many more teams waiting to take that fourth spot, Barnhall certainly need a result here. Crescent have been able to grind out results so far this season and showed that again with the win over Ballymena last time out. Ronan McKenna was impressive as ever from the tee, and could swing the difference for his side this weekend. The closest threat to snatching the fourth spot from Barnhall are Greystones. The Wicklow men sit just two points behind going into this weekend’s action. Danny Kenny’s charges have had a better start to this season than what transpired when they came up as 2B champions last term. One more win on the board going into this December block of games than 12 months ago, they did not grab that fourth win until February last. A win this weekend could well see them snatch fourth spot, however away at Eaton Park is a tough task and they fell to a one point defeat back in March. The scars from that defeat certainly remain and with a recent winning streak of two games under their belts, the hopes will certainly be high to continue their recent good run of form. Ballymena are yet to pick up a win on home soil this season, and will be hoping that streak ends on Saturday. After getting their first win of the season over Buccaneers two rounds ago, they fell to a five point defeat in Limerick last time out. Hopes will be high of bouncing back and with Navan taking on Buccs this weekend, they cannot afford to drop points to a side hoping to leapfrog them at the foot of the table. Navan occupy ninth spot and with just three points separating them from Ballymena, a win away to Buccaneers is of high importance to keep them not only breathing down the necks of Ballymena, but maybe to take that eight place should they suffer a defeat. Buccs sit bottom of the table with their only point so far arriving from a try scoring bonus point away to Banbridge. Double digit defeats have been an occurrence since the opening round and with just one more to go until we hit the midway point in the season, they need a win. Navan were unable to build on the win over Cashel from Round 6 last time out, but certainly will be poised to deliver a strong showing in Dubarry Park this weekend. ENERGIA ALL-IRELAND LEAGUE MEN’S DIVISION 2B – ROUND 8: With seven games of the season done and dusted, Wanderers have been the pace setters thus far. Two games to go until we hit the midway point in the season, will they be able to further that gap will be the question. The Chaps have rarely put a foot wrong so far this season, and have a home tie with Sligo this weekend to sink their teeth into. Skerries awaits next weekend and that gap of five points can quickly shrink if they fail to get a result this weekend. Aiming for a third win in succession and an unbeaten home record so far this season, the Merrion Road faithful will have confidence on their backs this weekend. Sligo are a tricky opponent, while their form this season is mixed, losing their last three games including an Energia Bateman Cup semi-final, they cannot be underestimated. Their last two trips to Merrion Road ended in wins. Second placed Dungannon travel to face UL Bohemian, for the first time since their Division 2A promotion/relegation play-off in 2023. Bohs won that tie by four points and this meeting for the two is all about getting up to 2A. UL Bohs lost their place in those play-offs with defeat away to Malone last time out. Two points separates them from Clogher Valley and with how tight this division is currently, they cannot afford to drop further points in this race. Dungannon sealed a dramatic comeback win over Galwegians, to keep them very much in the race for the title in round 7. Now they have an equally tough task against Bohs. The pair will meet again a few short weeks later, but this opening installment promises to be exciting. A game of the weekend contender is the tie between fourth and third, with Clogher Valley hosting Skerries, the first time these two will meet in the Energia All-Ireland League. What looks to be a mouth watering matchup the Valley men will fancy to take the points. With an attack that has brought more scores and an impressive defensive effort also, Clogher Valley have delivered a strong showing thus far in their debut season in 2B. Looking for their third win in succession, The Cran faithful will look to keep the foot on the gas against Skerries. The Goats meanwhile have had a much better season this time around than last, however consecutive defeats in Round 5 and 6, derailed their early season momentum challenging for the title with an unbeaten record. Skerries are well able to fight for results and with top scorer Ronan Mulcahy pulling the strings, they will be tough to beat. A big Ulster Derby in Gibson Park will see Malone and Rainey fighting it out for important points to push either team into the promotion hunt. Score difference is all that separates the two as five points is the gap currently to fourth spot. Malone had a rocky start to the season when it came to home games but have won their last two. Form for them has been mixed since dropping down from 2A this season, however they have been a strong performer throughout the season. Rainey have managed to get a win on the road this season and have delivered some inspired performances, in comparison to last season. With aspirations to fight for top four this season, a result here will go a long way in that chase. The bottom two meet in Crowley Park this weekend, can Galwegians end their losing run and heartbreak on home soil or will Malahide jump off the bottom step of the ladder with a result, all remains to be seen. Wegians four times this season have lost games by a single point, conceding a decisive score late on. Last time out it was looking good for them in Dungannon, until they coughed up two tries after the hour mark. It would be a real monkey off the back for Galwegians to get their first win on the board. Malahide have won both of their last visits to Crowley Park and will fancy their chances of extending that record of wins this weekend. Results have not gone the Dubliners favour either this season, no win in their last four games has kept them very much at the bottom of the table. A big occasion for the two to take points this weekend. ENERGIA ALL-IRELAND LEAGUE MEN’S DIVISION 2C – ROUND 8: Division 2C of the Energia All-Ireland League has been incredibly competitive this season and any dropped points for those challenging at the top of the table could lead to some lost ground over the Christmas break. For Midleton they go into this weekend as the only team currently beaten after the opening seven games, and on home soil welcome Clonmel for a Munster Derby. The Towns Park faithful have enjoyed a great season of performances so far, and are looking to increase their lead at the summit from the chasing pack. With the best defensive record in the Division, they have been a tough nut to crack. Clonmel are staring down the barrel of a third straight defeat this weekend, unless they can turn the tide and pick up their first win in six years at Town’s Park. Second placed Belfast Harlequins make the trip to bottom placed Tullamore this weekend, hoping to keep the pressure firmly applied to Midleton at the summit. Quins had a dramatic win away to Monkstown last time out, to stretch their recent winning streak to two games and will be looking for another win on the road this weekend. Certainly the Ulster side have looked impressive with Ben Power’s recent form off the tee another tool in their arsenal. Tullamore have yet to pick up a win so far this season, their dramatic 25-25 draw with Enniscorthy the only time they have avoided defeat this season, a win here for them would be vital for confidence and to not leave them in a scrap to stay up approaching seasons end. Sitting four points off the lead and one point behind Harlequins in third, Dolphin are very much still in the fight and have to get a result against Enniscorthy on the road to keep them in the hunt. The pair met just a few short months ago back in April, contrasting seasons saw Scorthy looking to go up to 2B, while Dolphin were hoping to hang onto their place. Now the focus for both is to head straight to 2B. Tested throughout their tie with Ballyclare at home last time out, Dolphin had to dig deep to secure a narrow one point win. Karl Waterman and Darragh Buckley brought threat on the wing to score tries that day, while Jordan Soli’s boot has been impressive this term. Scorthy have the home advantage and will be looking to use that to their full advantage. Having lost their opening four games, the Wexford men have turned their season around of late, with three impressive bonus point wins putting just five points between them and the top four. A win here would be another big statement of intent. Earlier on this year Ballyclare and Monkstown delivered a barn stormer of a final to secure promotion to the All Ireland League. Joel McBride’s last gap try sealed the win for the Ulster side and now a few short months later, they meet Monkstown again for what promises to be another exciting tie between these two. The new boys against the old guard who ensured a long wait to play in the league, judging on their history and recent games, this can go right to the wire. The pair are both hoping to return to winning ways after defeats last time out, the aforementioned McBride has been in great form this season and could again prove the difference here. Having picked up their first win of the season last time out away to Tullamore, Bruff are back on home soil looking for their first home win against Omagh Academicals. Sitting just outside the drop zone, the Limerick men are hopeful of pushing on now and putting a gap in place between themselves and the two teams beneath them in the table. Winning their last three ties on home soil against Accies, they will fancy their chances this weekend. Accies have lost their last two games coming into this one, but have picked up just one win all season. That came in the first round narrowly against Clonmel, and should they drop points to another side fighting at the foot of the table it would prove a tough task to claw back the deficit. Keep up to date with all the latest news in our dedicated website hub at www.irishrugby.ie/energiaail , and follow #EnergiaAIL on social media channels.
The Department Business and Economic Affairs will use a new $1.9 million travel and tourism grant under the expiring American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to market an expanded array of flights going to and from new markets to the the state’s two main airports. Without debate, the Executive Council agreed earlier this week agreed to earmark these tourism dollars to GYK Antler LLC of Manchester, the marketing firm that already had a $16 million contract to handle on a variety of marketing efforts for DBA. “The additional funding will be important in supporting the expanded airlift into New Hampshire, through Manchester-Boston Regional Airport and Pease International Airport,” said DBA Commissioner Taylor Caswell. “This year alone, there has been an addition of three major airlines — JetBlue. Breeze, and Sun Country — and the twelve new routes, including destinations such as Orlando, Fort Myers, Sarasota, Fort Lauderdale, Minneapolis-St. Paul, Charlotte, Charleston, and Greenville-Spartanburg.” The money will be used to create a “strategic marketing plan” to raise awareness about New Hampshire in all these newly served markets, Caswell said “Market research shows that nearly 30% of travelers from these regions take up to four trips per year, with half of them spending over $7,000 per trip. While advertising costs in these markets are high, a targeted and cost-efficient multimedia approach will be used to build brand awareness and encourage travel to New Hampshire.” The aim is for GYK to help ensure a “consistent and cohesive brand,” Caswell added. Repetition is the key to success in this endeavor, he explained. “Studies Indicate that people need to see a message an average of 15 times before they take action, making consistent, sustained exposure critical to the success of the campaign,” Caswell said. “With this in mind, the funding will be carefully allocated to build long-term awareness of New Hampshire’s attractions and drive sustained interest in the state.” The multimedia campaign will be followed up by continued promotion as part of BEA’s ongoing budget, he added. “This strategic approach will ensure that New Hampshire not only capitalizes on the immediate benefits of these new airline routes but also establishes a strong presence In these key travel markets for years to come,” he added. The company’s existing marketing work is split up into tourism, employment, workforce opportunity and specialty crop branding. In a related action, the council approved $38,375 to the Department of Agriculture, Markets and Food (DAMF) to study ways to create more of a brand identity for New Hampshire grown crops. “GYK will gather existing data and research on the local business and brand to develop the foundation for the brand identity including name, logo, concept and standards,” Caswell said. “At the completion of the contract, the DAMF will have a brand logo in multiple formats and a brand standards document for use by the State, farmers and producers, and other local partners exclusively for the promotion of NH specialty crops.” Agriculture Assistant Commissioner Joshua Marshall signed onto this request along with a separate item the council approved that creates a memorandum of understanding for this three-month crop branding analysis. klandrigan@unionleader.com
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Precision Strategies Vice President Rich Luchette and the Daschle Group Senior Vice President Joe Hack react to Bill Maher’s aggressive message for Democrats. "Real Time" host Bill Maher said he was considering quitting his political talk show because he couldn't handle another Donald Trump presidency. "I'm s---ting my pants. I may quit," Maher told his guest, actress and activist Jane Fonda, on his " Club Random " podcast on Sunday. "Because I don't want to do another [Trump term]." Maher boasted how he had warned Trump was a "con man" before the rest of the left started calling the President-elect a " threat to democracy ." "I did all the Trump stuff before anybody," he continued. "I've done it...I'm bored with it." HARRIS BACKER JANE FONDA RECALLS DOORS ‘SLAMMED IN HER FACE’ AS SHE BATTLES ‘PATRIARCHY’ "Real Time" host Bill Maher said the Democratic Party needs to look in the mirror following its Election Day defeat this week. (Screenshot/HBO) Fonda asked Maher if he could pivot to something else and not cover Trump instead. "The show is the politics. There is no other thing!" Maher replied. "And he’s going to dominate the news like he always does." Maher and Fonda went on to clash several times in the podcast over their disagreements about the prominence and problems the far-left posed to the Democratic Party. Maher, who has characterized himself as an "old school" liberal, argued with the far-left Fonda about regulations in California , gender ideology in schools, racism in America and how to address climate change. BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 28: Jane Fonda speaks for the "Destination Tomorrow: A Series Of Inspirational Keynotes" special talk during the 2024 Hollywood Climate Summit at Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences on June 28, 2024 in Beverly Hills, California. ((Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)) Fonda, who has been arrested for her climate activism , insisted that strong environmental regulations were needed because "we live in a soup of toxic chemicals" and "if we don't regulate it, we're all going to die of cancer." "That's true," Maher said, before arguing that many regulations were also not necessary. "You really don't believe the state we live in California is lacking regulations. There's over 300,000 regulations," he said. "Well, maybe they're needed," Fonda replied. NEWSOM PROPOSES $25M FROM STATE LEGISLATURE TO ‘TRUMP-PROOF’ CALIFORNIA Los Angeles, - September 25: Governor Gavin Newsom speaks at a press conference where he signs legislation related to oversight of oil and gas wells, and community protections on Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2024 in Los Angeles, . (Jason Armond / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images) (Jason Armond / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images) After sharing how he had to have three inspections in order to install a new garage door in his house, Maher complained California was over-regulated and over-taxed with "no checks on that sort of extreme leftism." Fonda disagreed, saying she didn't know California had this reputation. "I don't for a minute consider California a state that is extreme leftist. Not at all. Not any way," she said. The pair continued to spar after Maher called the NAACP "far left" for issuing a travel advisory to Florida for Black Americans last year, after Gov. Ron DeSantis banned funding for diversity, equity and inclusion programs at Florida's public universities. "There's stories like that, that just makes people roll their eyes and go, ‘Are you people nuts?’" he said before giving another example of progressives claiming men can "get pregnant." CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Actress and activist Jane Fonda denied knowing about the "crazy things" the far-left said and did after being confronted by HBO host Bill Maher. (Adobe Stock) "I understand that a trans woman can get pregnant. That's different than a man getting pregnant. And the way they sort of like insist on blurring that line is if that's some sort of reasonable social cause as opposed to just being for having full rights, respect and protection for trans people?" he said. "I've never heard about men getting pregnant," Fonda shot back, saying Maher's was blowing out of proportion the "miniscule" amount of influence the far left had on the culture. They also clashed over their ideas on how to address climate change, with Fonda warning that Americans needed to cut all our emissions in half immediately to avoid an impending climate crisis. She argued that solar and wind, not "digging, fracking and mining," were the real solutions to solving this crisis. But Maher was critical of Fonda's suggestions, saying that radical clean energy measures were unlikely to get passed by lawmakers and that doomsday predictions about the end of the earth being near had come and passed several times before. CLICK TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP After several rounds of disagreement on political issues, Fonda told Maher she didn't believe they had a lot in common. "Your worldview is just so totally different than mine," she said. Kristine Parks is an associate editor for Fox News Digital. Read more.BEREA, Ohio — The Cleveland Browns have again restructured quarterback Deshaun Watson’s massive contract to create salary-cap space and give them future flexibility, a person familiar with the move told the Associated Press on Friday. Watson has been limited to just 19 games in three seasons because of an NFL suspension and injuries with the Browns, who signed him to a five-year, $230 million fully guaranteed contract in 2022. The restructuring allows the team to spread out the salary-cap hit after the 2026 season. The 29-year-old Watson has two years remaining on his contract with an average of $46 million a year. The move to restructure his deal will not preclude the Browns from adding talent at the quarterback position in 2025, the person said. Watson played in only seven games this season before suffering a ruptured Achilles tendon. He’s 9-10 as a starter with Cleveland. The Browns (3-12) have been a major disappointment this season after making it to the playoffs a year ago behind Joe Flacco, who was signed as a free agent after Watson suffered a season-ending shoulder injury. Watson had surgery in October and is expected to make a full recovery. While the team hasn’t disclosed its plans at quarterback, it’s assumed Watson will be in the mix to be the starter next season. It’s also possible the Browns will draft a quarterback in the first round. The team hasn’t had a first-round pick the past three years after trading three to the Houston Texans to acquire Watson, who was once considered one of the league’s elite QBs.
