“Good Morning America” co-anchor Robin Roberts will host a news special tonight looking back at the year 2024. “The Year: 2024′′ airs at 9 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 26, on ABC. LIVE STREAM: Fans can watch ABC without cable on fuboTV (free trial) and DirecTV Stream (free trial). “This two-hour primetime special revisits the most iconic and memorable moments of this year, from the historic news events, social trends and legal decisions in the headlines to the breakout stars, celebrities and champions who had everyone talking,” ABC said in a news release. The special will include “commentary from newsmakers, celebrities, and cultural and political contributors, including interviews with musicians Elton John, Teddy Swims and Shaboozey, actor Lisa Ann Walter, Olympians Ilona Maher and Stephen Nedoroscik, ‘Golden Bachelorette’ Joan Vassos, astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, “The Breakfast Club” co-host Charlamagne Tha God and more.” Roberts will be joined by David Muir, “World News Tonight” anchor and managing editor; Michael Strahan and Lara Spencer, “Good Morning America;” Linsey Davis, “ABC News Live Prime” and “World News Tonight;” Juju Chang, “Nightline co-anchor; Deborah Roberts, “20/20′′ co-anchor; and Will Reeve, ABC News correspondent. “The special will include a look back at the 2024 presidential race from ABC News’ powerhouse political team and include exclusive interviews with Republican National Committee co-chair Lara Trump, who shares rare insight into Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign and the attempted assassination of her father-in-law, as well as an interview with senior adviser to President-elect Trump, Lynne Patton.” What is fuboTV? FuboTV is a streaming service that offers more than 100 live and on-demand channels and includes cloud DVR. FuboTV has a seven-day free trial. Channels include AMC, E!, HGTV, ESPN, NBC Sports, NFL Network, FS1, MSNBC, Food Network, Great American Living, Magnolia Network, Animal Planet, Bravo, FX, CMT, Comedy Central and Hallmark. The Pro plan is $79.99 a month, Elite is $99.99 a month and Deluxe is $109.99 a month. Add-ons include EPIX, Showtime and Starz. What is DirecTV Stream? DirecTV Stream provides access to more than 100 channels, hundreds of on-demand titles, the ability to stream through three devices at once, and unlimited Cloud DVR storage. Channels include ABC, HGTV, Hallmark, Bravo, BET, Discovery, Food Network, AMC, Animal Planet, CMT, Comedy Central, FX, ID, Disney, Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon and PBS Kids. Subscription package prices start at $101.98 a month with a $15 discount for the first two months, making it $86.98. The streaming service offers a five-day free trial. Live Entertainment 10-time Grammy Award winner, Finneas, in Pa.: Where to buy tickets to February concert Tusk - Fleetwood Mac tribute band: Where to buy tickets to 2 Pa. shows Harlem Globetrotters at the Giant Center: Where to buy tickets to that and 5 other shows in Pa. Linkin Park 2025 world tour: Where to buy tickets to two Pa. concerts for less than $100NoneNordson executive vice president sells $82,657 in stock
Jamaica has been selected to be the pilot for the International Labour Organisation (ILO) Just Transition Project, aimed at highlighting the impacts of climate change on workers, and strategies to protect and empower them. The Jamaica Just Transition Project will be launched on November 27, during the Ministry of Labour and Social Security’s (MLSS) Regional Labour Talk Roadshow, at the Holiday Haven Condo Resort, in St. Ann. Director of the ILO, Decent Work Caribbean Team, Dr. Joni Musabayana, told a JIS Think Tank, today (November 26), that the Project highlights the significant impact climate crises have on workers and the urgent need for inclusive strategies that protect and empower all categories of workers, as the world transitions to a green economy. “Our mandate is the labour market, but it’s becoming increasingly clear that climate change poses profound challenges not just to the environment, but to the livelihoods of workers across the region. We aim to explore how the effects of climate change—like hurricanes—disrupt both homes and workplaces, and how we can work together to mitigate these impacts,” the Director said. He pointed out that the project will focus on three key areas. Firstly, collaborating with national policymakers to embed climate considerations within labour market policies, and to look at comprehensive strategies that address both climate change and its effects on the world of work. Secondly, the project will facilitate discussions to identify pathways for transitioning to a green economy without leaving any worker behind; and thirdly, to assess and propose social protection measures that can be implemented to minimise the adverse effects of climate change on vulnerable worker categories, ensuring their resilience in times of crisis. The Just Transition Project builds on previous work conducted in Jamaica through the Green Jobs Assessment Model, which explored potential employment opportunities aligned with sustainable environmental practices. Several Government officials, led by the Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., ILO representative; representatives from the Trade Unions; employers and workers will be in attendance. The day’s event, which is scheduled to start at 9:00 a.m., will take the format of panel discussions, presentations and information sessions.
Rise of the Ultrafine Computers! Revolutionizing Gaming in the Blink of an EyeDALLAS — Kario Oquendo hit four 3-pointers and scored 20 points on 7-of-8 shooting Tuesday night to lead seven SMU players scoring in double figures and help the Mustangs beat Alabama State 101-72. Chuck Harris, Matt Cross and Samet Yigitoglu scored 12 points apiece for SMU (7-2). B.J. Edwards and Yohan Traore each added 11 points and Jerrell Colbert scored 10. Boopie Miller, who went into the game leading the Mustangs in scoring at 17.0 points per game, finished with a season-low four points on 1-of-12 shooting, 0 for 7 from 3-point range. Amarr Knox scored 17 points and Shawn Fulcher added 12 for Alabama State (3-5). Oquendo, Cross and Harris each hit a 3-pointer to cap an 11-0 run that gave the Mustangs the lead for good and made it 25-18 with 11:33 left in the first half. Tyler Mack made 3-pointers 19 seconds apart to pull Alabama State within two about 6 minutes later, but SMU scored 13 of the next 15 points before Fulcher hit a 3 for the Hornets to make it 49-39 at halftime. Traore threw down a dunk to open the second half and SMU led by double figures the rest of the way. SMU topped the 100-point plateau for the third time this season.
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Wealth manager St James's Place to cut 500 jobs as part of a £200m cost-cutting drive By DAILY MAIL CITY & FINANCE REPORTER Updated: 22:00 GMT, 2 December 2024 e-mail 1 View comments St James’s Place is making around 500 staff redundant as part of a £200million savings drive. The wealth management company plans to cut about one-sixth of its 3,200 corporate staff, it revealed in an internal memo first reported by the trade outlet Citywire. Earlier this year, St James’s Place said it would make £100million in cost cuts per year for the next two years, and that it expected to have made £500million in savings by 2030. The plans were announced as part of a strategy shake-up under chief executive Mark FitzPatrick, who joined last year. The layoffs will not affect the London-listed company’s stable of roughly 4,800 financial advisers across the country, who run their own smaller firms under the St James’s Place umbrella. Instead, the 3,200 corporate staff will be targeted by the cuts, a source familiar with the matter confirmed. Cost cuts: St James's Place plans to cut about one-sixth of its 3,200 corporate staff, it revealed in an internal memo first reported by the trade outlet Citywire RELATED ARTICLES Previous 1 Next Neglect imperils Royal Mail: Government should have learned... Political turmoil in France sends euro tumbling and... 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 A spokesman for St James’s Place said: ‘At our half-year results in July, we committed to saving £100million per year from the addressable cost base by 2027. Our cost reduction plans are focused on simplification and standardisation of processes within the business, but a programme of this size and scale will inevitably impact colleagues. ‘We have now begun consulting with colleagues to share our proposal for how this might impact roles, the outcome of which will not be known until next year.’ 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. These deals are chosen by our editorial team, as we think they are worth highlighting. This does not affect our editorial independence. Compare the best investing account for you Share or comment on this article: Wealth manager St James's Place to cut 500 jobs as part of a £200m cost-cutting drive e-mail Add comment Some links in this article may be affiliate links. If you click on them we may earn a small commission. That helps us fund This Is Money, and keep it free to use. We do not write articles to promote products. We do not allow any commercial relationship to affect our editorial independence. More top stories
Qatar Cancer Society (QCS) has launched an awareness campaign "Your Health empowers them " to mark November, recognised globally as Men's Health Awareness Month. The campaign aims to highlight men's health and increase awareness about the most common types of cancer. It includes a series of educational events and activities, such as workshops and awareness lectures, targeting all segments of society. The campaign also includes early screening initiatives to detect these cancers and disseminating awareness messages through media and social media platforms, encouraging men to adopt a healthy lifestyle and regularly visit doctors. Speaking about the most common cancers among men, Dr Mohammed Eltagalawi, a health educator at the Qatar Cancer Society, said prostate cancer is the most common globally, followed by lung cancer and colorectal cancer. In the Middle East and Qatar, however, the common types of cancer may vary due to factors such as lifestyle and genetics. Dr Eltagalawi also emphasised the importance of raising awareness about early detection of urological cancers. Early detection helps identify the first symptoms of the disease, increasing the chances of effective treatment. He added that awareness helps reduce risks by informing people about risk factors such as smoking and poor nutrition and promotes prevention through encouraging regular screenings and a healthy lifestyle. Regarding the rates of urological cancers in Qatar, Dr Eltagalawi explained that prostate cancer is the most common urological cancer according to reports from the Ministry of Public Health and the Qatar National Cancer Registry, followed by bladder and kidney cancers. He also noted that testicular cancer is the most common cancer among young people aged 20 to 35. Early symptoms of urological cancers, he noted, include the presence of blood in the urine, pain in the lower back or sides without an obvious cause, difficulty or frequent urination, and the feeling of not fully emptying the bladder. Symptoms may also include unexplained weight loss or persistent fatigue. There are major risk factors that increase the likelihood of developing urological cancers including smoking, which increases the risk of bladder cancer, a family history of urological cancer, chronic bladder infections, as well as obesity, and an unhealthy lifestyle. Related Story NHRC wraps up 'Healthy Workers for Sustainable Development' campaign MoPH Partakes in World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness WeekSupreme Court hears transgender health care case. What does it mean for Montana?Sailors on two separate vessels have died during the amid . or signup to continue reading The crew members sailing on Flying Fish Arctos and Bowline yachts were both killed when struck by a sail boom, a pole at the base of the sail, on the first night of the race. Cruising Yacht Club of Australia (CYCA) vice commodore David Jacobs said the two-day race would continue despite the "tragic situation". "It's a very close community and on a boat itself, they train together, they live together, they cook together, they do everything together. It would be devastating, absolutely, as we are devastated," he said. Prime minister Anthony Albanese offered his condolences to the families, friends and loved ones of the crew members. "Our thoughts this morning are with the two sailors that tragically lost their lives in the Sydney to Hobart race overnight," he said. "The Sydney to Hobart is an Australian tradition, and it is heartbreaking that two lives have been lost at what should be a time of joy." NSW Police was notified at 11.50pm on December 26 that a crew member on Flying Fish Arctos had been injured and couldn't be revived after fellow sailors performed CPR. The yacht was rerouted to Jervis Bay. Police were contacted again two and a half hours later, at 2.15am on December 27, with reports that a crew member on Bowline had died after being struck by a sail boom. Bowline was expected to arrive at Bateman's Bay on the morning of December 27. "Flying Fish Arctos was sailing approximately 30 nautical miles east/south-east of Ulladulla when the incident occurred. Fellow crew members performed CPR, but they could not revive their fellow crew," the race organisers said in a statement. NSW-based 50-footer Flying Fish Arctos, built in 2001, had 12 crew members on board. "Bowline was approximately 30 nautical miles east/north-east of Batemans Bay and crew members administered CPR. A short time later officers from the Marine Area Command were informed that CPR had been unsuccessful," CYCA said. South Australia's Bowline had seven sailors on board for her third Sydney to Hobart race. A sailor on the Porco Rosso survived the first night of the race after they were swept overboard in the early hours of the morning, the CYCA vice commodore said. The crew member was rescued after being washed around 1.2 kilometres from their boat. "That is one of the most terrifying experiences that you can have, and this was at 3.14 am, so it was at night, which makes it tenfold more scary," he said. The sailor activated their personal location beacon that sent a satellite message to the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA). "AMSA set out a plane to start searching, NSW Police were ready to dispatch a boat and a helicopter and a boat in our fleet was diverted to try and help with the search," the vice commodore said. "Fortunately, the boat from which the crew member fell was able to retrieve that crew member and they are healthy and well." On the morning of the second race day, December 27, the CYCA vice commodore said 16 yachts had retired after two had mainsail damage, three were dismastered and the other yachts suffered "various equipment failures". He said 88 boats remained in the race. The vice commodore said the Bureau of Meteorology advised organisers to expect strong to gale-force winds before the race started. "These fleets can handle those winds easily. They're ocean races, they're used to those winds. It was not extreme conditions," he said. "Currently there is about a 25 knot northerly wind. Being a northerly wind, it is behind the boats and pushing them down the coast. "The lead boats were experiencing speeds of between about 25 and 30 knots, so they're travelling extremely fast. "The sea was not unusually large, from the information I have received." The yacht race continues as leading boats are expected to arrive at Hobart's Constitution Dock late on December 27 or early on December 28. Anna Houlahan reports on crime and social issues affecting regional and remote Australia in her role as national crime reporter at Australian Community Media (ACM). She was ACM’s Trainee of the Year in 2023 and, aside from reporting on crime, has travelled the country as a journalist for Explore Travel Magazine. Reach out with news or updates to anna.houlahan@austcommunitymedia.com.au Anna Houlahan reports on crime and social issues affecting regional and remote Australia in her role as national crime reporter at Australian Community Media (ACM). 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