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Players must be assigned female at birth or have transitioned to female before going through male puberty to compete in LPGA tournaments or the eight USGA championships for females under new gender policies published Wednesday. The policies, which begin in 2025, follow more than a year of study involving medicine, science, sport physiology and gender policy law. The updated policies would rule out eligibility for Hailey Davidson, who missed qualifying for the U.S. Women's Open this year by one shot and came up short in LPGA Q-school. Davidson, who turned 32 on Tuesday, began hormone treatments when she was in her early 20s in 2015 and in 2021 underwent gender-affirming surgery, which was required under the LPGA's previous gender policy. She had won this year on a Florida mini-tour called NXXT Golf until the circuit announced in March that players had to be assigned female at birth. “Can't say I didn't see this coming,” Davidson wrote Wednesday on an Instagram story. “Banned from the Epson and the LPGA. All the silence and people wanting to stay ‘neutral’ thanks for absolutely nothing. This happened because of all your silence.” LPGA commissioner Mollie Marcoux Samaan, who is resigning in January, said the new gender policy "is reflective of an extensive, science-based and inclusive approach." By making it to the second stage of Q-school, Davidson would have had very limited status on the Epson Tour, the pathway to the LPGA. The LPGA and USGA say their policies were geared toward being inclusive of gender identities and expression while striving for equity in competition. The LPGA said its working group of experts advised that the effects of male puberty allowed for competitive advantages in golf compared with players who had not gone through puberty. “Our policy is reflective of an extensive, science-based and inclusive approach,” said LPGA Commissioner Mollie Marcoux Samaan, who announced Monday that she is resigning in January. "The policy represents our continued commitment to ensuring that all feel welcome within our organization, while preserving the fairness and competitive equity of our elite competitions.” Mike Whan, the former LPGA commissioner and now CEO of the USGA, said it developed the updated policy independently and later discovered it was similar to those used by swimming, track and field, and other sports. United States Golf Association CEO Mike Whan said the new policy will prevent anyone from having "a competitive advantage based on their gender." “It starts with competitive fairness as the North star,” Whan said in a telephone interview. “We tried not to get into politics, or state by state or any of that stuff. We just simply said, ‘Where would somebody — at least medically today — where do we believe somebody would have a competitive advantage in the field?’ And we needed to draw a line. “We needed to be able to walk into any women's event and say with confidence that nobody here has a competitive advantage based on their gender. And this policy delivers that.” The “Competitive Fairness Gender Policy” for the USGA takes effect for the 2025 championship season that starts with the U.S. Women's Amateur Four-Ball on May 10-14. Qualifying began late this year, though there were no transgender players who took part. “Will that change in the years to come as medicine changes? Probably,” Whan said. “But I think today this stacks up.” The LPGA “Gender Policy for Competition Eligibility” would apply to the LPGA Tour, Epson Tour, Ladies European Tour and qualifying for the tours. Players assigned male at birth must prove they have not experienced any part of puberty beyond the first stage or after age 12, whichever comes first, and then meet limitation standards for testosterone levels. The LPGA begins its 75th season on Jan. 30 with the Tournament of Champions in Orlando, Florida. Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen, foreground right, dives toward the end zone to score past San Francisco 49ers defensive end Robert Beal Jr. (51) and linebacker Dee Winters during the second half of an NFL football game in Orchard Park, N.Y., Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024. 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US, Allies Voice Concerns After Chinese, Philippine Vessels Collide Again in South China SeaMETAIRIE, La. (AP) — If Saints interim coach Darren Rizzi has any definite ideas about who'll play quarterback for New Orleans against Washington on Sunday, he's not ready to share that information. Rizzi maintained on Wednesday that there's still a chance that Derek Carr could clear the concussion protocol and function well enough with his injured, non-throwing left hand to return against the Commanders. Meanwhile, reserve QBs Jake Haener and Spencer Rattler split first-team snaps during Wednesday's practice, which Carr missed, Rizzi said. “We're not going to name a starter right now,” said Rizzi, who also made a point of noting that Carr would not be placed on the club's injured reserve list and would not need surgery. “We're going to see how that progression plays out, first with Derek and then obviously with Jake and Spencer.” Carr, whose latest injury occurred when he tried to dive for a first down during Sunday's 14-11 victory over the New York Giants , has already missed three starts this season because of a separate, oblique injury. New Orleans lost all three of those games, with Rattler, a rookie, starting and Haener, a second-year pro, serving as the backup. In his three starts, Rattler completed 59 of 99 passes (59.6%) for 571 yards, one TD and two interceptions. Haener has gotten sporadic work this season in relief of both Carr and Rattler, completing 14 of 29 passes (48.3%) for 177 yards and one TD without an interception. Rizzi said he finds the 6-foot-1 Haener and 6-foot Rattler “very similar in a lot of ways," adding that whichever of those two might play “doesn't change a whole bunch" in terms of game-planning. “They're both similar-size guys. Their athletic ability is very similar,” Rizzi said. “They're similar-style quarterbacks. We're not dealing with opposites on the spectrum.” The Saints also signed another QB this week — Ben DiNucci — to help take scout team snaps at practice, now that Rattler and Haener are not as available to do that while competing to possibly start if Carr is indeed unable to play. The Saints (5-8) have won three of four games since Rizzi took over following the firing of coach Dennis Allen. That allowed New Orleans to remain alive in the NFC South Division, currently led by Tampa Bay (7-6). Rizzi said Carr has not had any setbacks this week in terms of progressing through the NFL's concussion protocol. “By the end of the week, if's he's not able to get any reps in any form or fashion, then obviously we'll go with one of the other guys,” Rizzi said. NOTES: RB Alvin Kamara did not practice on Wednesday because of an illness. ... WR Chris Olave, who is out indefinitely because of concussions this season, has returned to meetings at Saints headquarters. He as not, however, made plans to return to practice yet because he still plans to meet first with neurological specialists to try to assess the risks of returning to action during what's left of this season. Rizzi said the possibility of Olave playing again this season remains “on the table” for now. ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFL Brett Martel, The Associated Press
NoneBELLEVILLE, Mich. – College football teams are adding to their Early National Signing Day rosters, including quarterback Bryce Underwood , the 2025 class’s No. 1 player and No. 2 recruit in the state in four-star athlete Elijah Dotson . The Belleville High School stars have big plans for the Michigan Wolverines. They’re both high-caliber athletes who can make and create plays for Team 146 in Ann Arbor . For instance, Dotson, a three-time Track NB All-American and a five-time All-State Hurdler, is the speedster the men in maize desperately need on both sides of the ball. Underwood teased on his social media on Wednesday (Dec. 4) that he would write down his commitment to the Wolverines. I will always remember the journey that got me here. I appreciate everybody’s support, let’s go all the way! #onenine Go Blue〽️ ➡️ Check out my official gear and rep with me on the journey ahead: https://t.co/wAWoozxGIv pic.twitter.com/LuOS2fPyh1 The signing day event is happening in Belleville, which has the attention of Wolverines fans globally. The five-star recruit flipped his commitment from the LSU Tigers late last month . Ahead of his official announcement, Underwood spoke about his decision to become a Michigan man. “Honestly, it was all of the sacrifices that was made for me all year or possibly being a part of the Michigan Wolverines football team as well as my fanbase that’s here already. “Also, bringing them with me and opening the door for everybody in Michigan and possibly the big player that can come to Michigan. With that, it’s just opening the door for players that’s way younger than me. That was one of the main things that fed into my thought process as well as a great education.” Underwood’s decision to flip to Michigan from LSU was the first of its kind, as no other player with his caliber of talent from the state of Michigan had done it until he did it on Wednesday. He has become a hometown hero and has spoken with some Michigan legends, like future Hall of Fame quarterback Tom Brady. Brady and Underwood have been in talks about playing for the Wolverines since the spring of 2024. They’ve been Facetiming one another since then, which has assisted in the recruitment process. Many figures have contributed to landing Underwood, like the Hailgate Tailgate in Ann Arbor. But with what most believe to be the greatest quarterback of all time in your pocket, head coach Sherrone Moore sat down with the dual-threat quarterback ahead of the Wolverines' battle for the George Jewett Trophy . The 6′3′′ 205-pound dual-threat quarterback who led Belleville to a 10-2 record with 2,095 yards passing, 29 touchdowns, and three interceptions while also toting the rock for 489 yards and one touchdown informed the program that he was ready to be a Michigan man, which has led to the 2024 Early National Signing Day. “We’re not going to stop, especially with the best players of the state, as we want to put a big gate and a wall around the state as we want the best players, and it started with him (Underwood). “He’s the best player in the country, so that was a huge piece too. But you talk about a guy who’s a generational talent. He has the ability to potentially be one of the best players to play at Michigan. “But what you see when you talk and meet with the kid, it’s far more than that as he want’s to be great but he knows that he’s got to put in the work. He knows that he’s going to be pushed and that it’s not going to be given to him, and that’s what you really love about him.”LAHORE, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 23rd Nov, 2024) The fifth session of the 18th Youth (YPP) was successfully convened by the PILDAT at the old hall of the of . The two sittings of the session focused on empowering the youth to become active champions of peace and resilience. Around 75 members of the YPP attended the session while more than 100 joined online. They represented of , in addition to Azad Jammu & Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Overseas Pakistanis, according to a press release issued here on Saturday. This activity marks a significant milestone of project of CPTP (Countering and Preventing Terrorism in ). Funded by the EU, led by NACTA and executed by the UNODC with its partner organization, PILDAT. The project aims at empowering community resilience against violent extremism and acts of violence via a three-pronged strategy. The key strategy/components include: strengthen the capacity of criminal justice institutions; strengthen victim support through an effective legal system; and foster community engagement via developing sustainable networks. The fifth session was inaugurated by Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan who welcomed the members of the YPP to the House. In his address, he discussed an important role of the youth in preventing violent extremism and lamented the detrimental psychological effects of terrorism on people. He stated that engagement with the youth was immensely important to him as ’s population comprises of more than 60 per cent youth, and future of the country depends on them. Prior to the commencement of the session, the members of the YPP also took part in a comprehensive study to the neighbouring new building of the for firsthand exposure to the legislative processes in . These interactions aided citizen-state engagement which is key to preventing alienation amongst vulnerable youth. The session then continued with a parliamentary style debate on the role of youth in preventing violent extremism in . The 5th session of the YPP also featured Ms Mahreen Maqsood, Director, PVE at NACTA, who gave a presentation on “How to Prevent Violent Extremism (PVE) in Pakistan?” emphasising the myths and common perception that revolve around the topic. She discussed different types of violence, including direct, structural and cultural violent extremism. She emphasized the role of and youth in tackling this complex issue, emphasizing that people should play their part through social campaigns and by creating awareness in society. While, the second sitting of the fifth session commenced with a policy dialogue where prominent legislators Ms Sonia Ashir, MPA and Parliamentary Secretary, Human Rights & Minorities Affairs, Chaudhry Javed Ahmed, MPA, and Ms Faiza Ahmad Malik, former MPA, engaged with MYPs on the need for PVE policies at a national and provincial level. They identified a wide range of public policy areas, including , inequality, and civil rights, that must be covered in a PVE policy. The discussion particularly focused on curriculum development, rights and the balance of power amongst institutions. The MYPs questioned the legislators regarding unions, population control, resource scarcity and extremism incidents currently happening in and .
Thomson to succeed Peter A. Altabef, effective April 1 , 2025 Altabef, CEO since 2015, to remain as Chair of the Board BLUE BELL, Pa. , Dec. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Unisys (NYSE: UIS) Board of Directors announced today that it unanimously elected Mike Thomson , current President and Chief Operating Officer at Unisys, to succeed Peter Altabef as the company's CEO, effective April 1, 2025 . Also, effective April 1 , Thomson will join the company's Board and will retain his current title as President. Altabef, currently Chair and CEO, will continue as Chair of the Board. "On behalf of the entire Board, I am delighted to have a leader of Mike's caliber to be the next CEO and President of Unisys," said Altabef. "He is a proven executive who has exceptional leadership qualities and the experience to continue to advance our company. As our President and COO, Mike has helped shape and execute the strategies that have driven our strong ongoing performance, and he has a proven track record of operational excellence – both at Unisys and in other roles throughout his career – that position him well for the company's next chapter. Mike's passion for Unisys and the work we do for our clients, his authentic leadership, and deep knowledge of the business will make him an excellent CEO." Thomson joined Unisys in 2015 as the Corporate Controller and Principal Accounting Officer, advanced to Chief Financial Officer in 2019, and was named President and COO in 2021, responsible for overseeing the company's commercial organization and its business units, among other functions. For more than 25 years, Thomson has held progressively senior roles across a diverse set of industries, in addition to his most recent roles at Unisys, proving his strong ability to advance and run the operations of a company. "The selection of the CEO and ensuring a smooth and successful transition is one of the Board's most important responsibilities," said Nate Davis , Lead Independent Director of the Board. "Mike's skill at strengthening Unisys' financial standing and operational capabilities positions him to lead the company effectively. At the same time, we are fortunate to benefit from Peter's ongoing and active role as Chair. Peter's bold vision to build on the company's strong roots as an innovator was the catalyst for leading Unisys through a major brand and culture transformation, with results that made the company more relevant and visible to its clients, prospects, and other stakeholders. Peter has exemplified the Unisys culture and inspires people with his commitment to preparing for what's around the corner." Altabef has served as CEO since January 2015 , and as Board Chair since April 2018 . During his tenure, he has led the way for a new wave of innovation for the 151-year-old company. "I am honored to step into the CEO role," said Thomson. "Peter's leadership has positioned us well as a company, and I am proud to carry on that leadership legacy for our business and our people for the next chapter of the Unisys story. Our commitment to excellence and innovation for our clients and the drive for growth and improved profitability as part of our transformation journey remains strong. I look forward to continuing my relationship with Peter and working with our exceptional leadership team to deliver on our strategy and be prepared to capitalize on new opportunities that will propel us forward." Unisys' total company full-year revenue growth and non-GAAP operating profit margin guidance provided in its third-quarter 2024 earnings announcement on October 29, 2024 , has not changed. Forward-Looking Statements This release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Words such as "anticipates," "estimates," "expects," "projects," "may," "will," "intends," "plans," "believes," "should" and similar expressions may identify forward-looking statements and such forward-looking statements are made based upon management's current expectations, assumptions and beliefs as of this date concerning future developments and their potential effect upon Unisys. There can be no assurance that future developments will be in accordance with management's expectations, assumptions and beliefs or that the effect of future developments on Unisys will be those anticipated by management. Forward-looking statements in this release include, but are not limited to, statements made in Messrs. Altabef, Davis and Thomson's quotations, any projections or expectations of growth and profitability, the assumptions and other expectations made in connection with our full-year 2024 financial guidance and statements regarding future economic conditions or performance. Additional information and factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from Unisys' expectations are contained in Unisys' filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including Unisys' Annual Reports on Form 10-K and subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, recent Current Reports on Form 8-K, and other SEC filings, which are available at the SEC's web site, http://www.sec.gov . Information included in this release is representative as of the date of this release only and while Unisys periodically reassesses material trends and uncertainties affecting Unisys' results of operations and financial condition in connection with its preparation of management's discussion and analysis of results of operations and financial condition contained in its Quarterly and Annual Reports filed with the SEC, Unisys does not, by including this statement, assume any obligation to review or revise any particular forward-looking statement referenced herein in light of future events. All forward-looking statements in this press release are based on information currently available to us, and we assume no obligation to update these forward-looking statements in light of new information or future events. About Unisys Unisys is a global technology solutions company that powers breakthroughs for the world's leading organizations. Our solutions – cloud, AI, digital workplace, logistics, and enterprise computing – help our clients challenge the status quo and unlock their full potential. To learn more about how we've been helping clients push what's possible for over 150 years, visit unisys.com and follow us on LinkedIn . RELEASE NO.: 1205/9975 Unisys and other Unisys products and services mentioned herein, as well as their respective logos, are trademarks or registered trademarks of Unisys Corporation. Any other brand or product referenced herein is acknowledged to be a trademark or registered trademark of its respective holder. 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EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert missed Wednesday’s practice with thigh and ankle injuries. Herbert said the ankle injury is a sprained ankle and the thigh injury is a contusion. Both injuries are to his left leg. He suffered both of them in Sunday night’s loss at the Kansas City Chiefs — the ankle in the first quarter and the thigh late in the second quarter. Advertisement Herbert said the sprained ankle is the “main reason” he missed Wednesday’s practice. He said he did not know if it is a high or low ankle sprain. Herbert played through a right high ankle sprain earlier this season. When asked about practicing Thursday, Herbert said, “It really is day by day.” The Chargers host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday. “It’s how you feel,” Herbert said. “If I wake up tomorrow and I go check in with the trainers and I say, ‘Hey, I feel like I can run,’ I’m sure they’re going to be pretty patient with me, understanding that we got to make sure that we ramp up and pass all these checkpoint to be good.” Herbert said neither he nor the training staff thought he could provide his teammates with “full-speed reps” in Wednesday’s practice. “We were all on the same page with that,” Herbert said. Herbert said he suffered the ankle injury on a third down on the opening offensive series of the game. On the play, Herbert escaped pressure up the middle and took off scrambling. He deked to his left before cutting right into the open field. Herbert broke a tackle, then was dragged down by Chiefs defensive lineman Mike Danna . Danna wrapped Herbert up by that left ankle, and it twisted awkwardly as Danna made the tackle. Herbert did not miss a play after the ankle injury. He said the training staff re-taped his ankle on the outside of his cleat with spatting tape. He returned for the next series. Felt comfortable going back out there,” Herbert said. Herbert said he was experiencing some pain while warming up throwing on the sideline. He said he felt the pain when “rotating and kind of stepping through the throw.” “It was difficult to play with,” Herbert said. Herbert added that the Chargers limited the playbook over the remainder of the game. “I didn’t feel great running out of the pocket,” Herbert said. “But it was just one of those things that you have to battle through.” Advertisement On a third down late in the first half, Herbert escaped pressure to his right. He then threw downfield to receiver Quentin Johnston along the right sideline. After the throw, Herbert took a shot from linebacker Nick Bolton , who made contact with Herbert’s left leg. That is when he sustained the thigh contusion. Herbert left the game for a play because of the contusion. He said this missed play was not related to the sprained ankle. Herbert returned for the next series and finished the game. Taylor Heinicke replaced Herbert for the one play. Heinicke scrambled for 12 yards. Heinicke was taking snaps from the starting offensive line during the period of Wednesday’s practice open to media. These are just the latest ailments in what has been an injury-riddled season for Herbert. He missed three weeks of training camp with a plantar fascia injury. He sustained the right high ankle sprain in a Week 2 win over the Carolina Panthers . He finished that game but was in a walking boot in the locker room afterwards. Herbert started the next week at the Pittsburgh Steelers , but he was knocked out of the game in the third quarter after taking a hit. Heinicke replaced him. Herbert started the next week at the Chiefs, but he was far from 100 percent. Offensive coordinator Greg Roman said last week that Herbert “could barely move” in that game. Herbert said this ankle injury is “probably not as severe” as the sprain earlier this season. “It’s definitely painful enough to be able to miss a practice,” Herbert said. “But I felt like I’ve been able to move around a little bit better this week than I did after Carolina where I was put into a boot and had difficulty walking. But I think we’re farther along this week.” Over the past few weeks, Herbert has been wearing a sleeve on his left leg. He said Wednesday that he has been dealing with swelling in his left knee. He called the knee swelling a “separate injury” from the ankle sprain and the thigh contusion. Advertisement “You’re just doing everything you can to compress it, keep it warm,” Herbert said. Herbert has dealt with significant injuries in his football career. He broke his femur in high school. He battled through fractured rib cartilage for nearly the entire 2022 season, an injury he also suffered at Arrowhead Stadium. Herbert also tore his left labrum late in that season, which required surgery in the offseason. “It could always be the ribs. It could always be a femur,” Herbert said, while knocking on the wooden lectern in the news conference room. “This is nothing compared to that.” The hallway outside the visiting locker room at Arrowhead is rather narrow. After suffering the fractured rib cartilage in 2022, Herbert got imaging taken in the X-ray room. When he emerged, he walked gingerly down that hallway to the bus. It was a similar scene Sunday night, with two injuries to his left leg. Herbert walked down that hallway with a noticeable limp. A lot of limping in Kansas City. “It’s a long walk, too,” Herbert joked. Herbert brought some levity several times in his Wednesday news conference. When he was asked to confirm that this ankle injury is on a different leg than the early-season high ankle sprain, Herbert said, “Yup, got both of them covered.” Smiling through some pain. “To fight through this, it’s part of the game,” Herbert said. “I think that’s one of the things that has made this locker room so special, is all those guys are so tough.” Required reading (Photo: Cooper Neill / Getty Images)None
