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Rivalry Closes Non-Brokered Private Placement Of Approximately $2.0 MillionThe large mysterious drones reported flying over parts of New Jersey in recent weeks appear to avoid detection by traditional methods such as helicopter and radio, according to a state lawmaker briefed Wednesday by the Department of Homeland Security. In a post on the social media platform X, Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia described the drones as up to 6 feet in diameter and sometimes traveling with their lights switched off. The Morris County Republican was among several state and local lawmakers who met with state police and Homeland Security officials to discuss the spate of sightings that range from the New York City area through New Jersey and westward into parts of Pennsylvania, including over Philadelphia. The devices do not appear to be The dronees wereffffflown by hobbyists, Fantasia wrote. Dozens of mysterious nighttime flights started last month and have raised growing concern among residents and officials. Part of the worry stems from the flying objects initially being spotted near the Picatinny Arsenal, a U.S. military research and manufacturing facility; and over President-elect Donald Trump’s golf course in Bedminster. Drones are legal in New Jersey for recreational and commercial use, but they are subject to local and Federal Aviation Administration regulations and flight restrictions. Operators must be FAA certified. Most, but not all, of the drones spotted in New Jersey were larger than those typically used by hobbyists. The number of sightings has increased in recent days, though officials say many of the objects seen may have been planes rather than drones. It’s also possible that a single drone has been reported more than once. Gov. Phil Murphy and law enforcement officials have stressed that the drones don’t appear to threaten public safety. The FBI has been investigating and has asked residents to share any videos, photos or other information they may have. Two Republican Jersey Shore-area congressmen, U.S. Reps. Chris Smith and Jeff Van Drew, have called on the military to shoot down the drones. Smith said a Coast Guard commanding officer briefed him on an incident over the weekend in which a dozen drones followed a motorized Coast Guard lifeboat “in close pursuit” near Barnegat Light and Island Beach State Park in Ocean County. Coast Guard Lt. Luke Pinneo told The Associated Press Wednesday “that multiple low-altitude aircraft were observed in vicinity of one of our vessels near Island Beach State Park.” The aircraft weren't perceived as an immediate threat and didn't disrupt operations, Pinneo said. The Coast Guard is assisting the FBI and state agencies in investigating. In a letter to U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, Smith called for military help dealing with the drones, noting that Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst has the capability "to identify and take down unauthorized unmanned aerial systems.” However, Pentagon spokeswoman Sabrina Singh told reporters Wednesday that “our initial assessment here is that these are not drones or activities coming from a foreign entity or adversary.” Many municipal lawmakers have called for more restrictions on who is entitled to fly the unmanned devices. At least one state lawmaker proposed a temporary ban on drone flights in the state. “This is something we’re taking deadly seriously. I don’t blame people for being frustrated," Murphy said earlier this week. A spokesman for the Democratic governor said he did not attend Wednesday's meeting. Republican Assemblyman Erik Peterson, whose district includes parts of the state where the drones have been reported, said he also attended Wednesday's meeting at a state police facility in West Trenton. The session lasted for about 90 minutes. Peterson said DHS officials were generous with their time, but appeared dismissive of some concerns, saying not all the sightings reported have been confirmed to involve drones. So who or what is behind the flying objects? Where are they coming from? What are they doing? “My understanding is they have no clue,” Peterson said. A message seeking comment was left with the Department of Homeland Security. Most of the drones have been spotted along coastal areas and some were recently reported flying over a large reservoir in Clinton. Sightings also have been reported in neighboring states. James Edwards, of Succasunna, New Jersey, said he has seen a few drones flying over his neighborhood since last month. “It raises concern mainly because there's so much that's unknown,” Edwards said Wednesday. “There are lots of people spouting off about various conspiracies that they believe are in play here, but that only adds fuel to the fire unnecessarily. We need to wait and see what is really happening here, not let fear of the unknown overtake us." —— AP reporters Mike Catalini in Morrisville, Pennsylvania; and Wayne Parry in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, contributed to this report.Pep Guardiola explains cut on his nose after Man City draw vs FeyenoordStock market today: Wall Street hits records despite tariff talk
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NoneLAS VEGAS (AP) — A team that previously boycotted at least one match against the San Jose State women's volleyball program will again be faced with the decision whether to play the school , this time in the Mountain West Conference semifinals with a shot at the NCAA Tournament on the line. Five schools forfeited matches in the regular season against San Jose State, which carried a No. 2 seed into the conference tournament in Las Vegas. Among those schools: No. 3 Utah State and No. 6 Boise State, who will face off Wednesday with the winner scheduled to play the Spartans in the semifinals on Friday. Wyoming, Nevada and Southern Utah — which is not a Mountain West member — also canceled regular-season matches, all without explicitly saying why they were forfeiting. Nevada players cited fairness in women’s sports as a reason to boycott their match, while political figures from Wyoming, Idaho, Utah and Nevada suggested the cancellations center around protecting women’s sports. In a lawsuit filed against the NCAA , plaintiffs cited unspecified reports asserting there was a transgender player on the San Jose State volleyball team, even naming her. While some media have reported those and other details, neither San Jose State nor the forfeiting teams have confirmed the school has a trans women’s volleyball player. The Associated Press is withholding the player’s name because she has not publicly commented on her gender identity and through school officials has declined an interview request. A judge on Monday rejected a request made by nine current conference players to block the San Jose State player from competing in the tournament on grounds that she is transgender. That ruling was upheld Tuesday by an appeals court. “The team looks forward to starting Mountain West Conference tournament competition on Friday,” San Jose State said in a statement issued after the appeals court decision. “The university maintains an unwavering commitment to the participation, safety and privacy of all students at San Jose State and ensuring they are able to compete in an inclusive, fair and respectful environment.” Chris Kutz, a Boise State athletics spokesman, said in an email the university would not “comment on potential matchups at this time.” Doug Hoffman, an Aggies athletics spokesman, said in an email Utah State is reviewing the court’s order. “Right now, our women’s volleyball program is focused on the game this Wednesday, and we’ll be cheering them on,” Hoffman wrote. San Jose State, which had a first-round bye, would be sent directly to the conference title game if Utah State or Boise State were to forfeit again. If the Spartans make the title game, it's likely the opponent would not forfeit. They would face top-seeded Colorado State, No. 4 Fresno State or No. 5 San Diego State — all teams that played the Spartans this season. The conference champion receives an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament. AP college sports: https://apnews.com/hub/college-sports
The large mysterious drones reported flying over parts of New Jersey in recent weeks appear to avoid detection by traditional methods such as helicopter and radio, according to a state lawmaker briefed Wednesday by the Department of Homeland Security. In a post on the social media platform X, Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia described the drones as up to 6 feet in diameter and sometimes traveling with their lights switched off. The Morris County Republican was among several state and local lawmakers who met with state police and Homeland Security officials to discuss the spate of sightings that range from the New York City area through New Jersey and westward into parts of Pennsylvania, including over Philadelphia. The devices do not appear to be The dronees wereffffflown by hobbyists, Fantasia wrote. Dozens of mysterious nighttime flights started last month and have raised growing concern among residents and officials. Part of the worry stems from the flying objects initially being spotted near the Picatinny Arsenal, a U.S. military research and manufacturing facility; and over President-elect Donald Trump’s golf course in Bedminster. Drones are legal in New Jersey for recreational and commercial use, but they are subject to local and Federal Aviation Administration regulations and flight restrictions. Operators must be FAA certified. Most, but not all, of the drones spotted in New Jersey were larger than those typically used by hobbyists. The number of sightings has increased in recent days, though officials say many of the objects seen may have been planes rather than drones. It’s also possible that a single drone has been reported more than once. Gov. Phil Murphy and law enforcement officials have stressed that the drones don’t appear to threaten public safety. The FBI has been investigating and has asked residents to share any videos, photos or other information they may have. Two Republican Jersey Shore-area congressmen, U.S. Reps. Chris Smith and Jeff Van Drew, have called on the military to shoot down the drones. Smith said a Coast Guard commanding officer briefed him on an incident over the weekend in which a dozen drones followed a motorized Coast Guard lifeboat “in close pursuit” near Barnegat Light and Island Beach State Park in Ocean County. Coast Guard Lt. Luke Pinneo told The Associated Press Wednesday “that multiple low-altitude aircraft were observed in vicinity of one of our vessels near Island Beach State Park.” The aircraft weren't perceived as an immediate threat and didn't disrupt operations, Pinneo said. The Coast Guard is assisting the FBI and state agencies in investigating. In a letter to U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, Smith called for military help dealing with the drones, noting that Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst has the capability "to identify and take down unauthorized unmanned aerial systems.” However, Pentagon spokeswoman Sabrina Singh told reporters Wednesday that “our initial assessment here is that these are not drones or activities coming from a foreign entity or adversary.” Many municipal lawmakers have called for more restrictions on who is entitled to fly the unmanned devices. At least one state lawmaker proposed a temporary ban on drone flights in the state. “This is something we’re taking deadly seriously. I don’t blame people for being frustrated," Murphy said earlier this week. A spokesman for the Democratic governor said he did not attend Wednesday's meeting. Republican Assemblyman Erik Peterson, whose district includes parts of the state where the drones have been reported, said he also attended Wednesday's meeting at a state police facility in West Trenton. The session lasted for about 90 minutes. Peterson said DHS officials were generous with their time, but appeared dismissive of some concerns, saying not all the sightings reported have been confirmed to involve drones. So who or what is behind the flying objects? Where are they coming from? What are they doing? “My understanding is they have no clue,” Peterson said. A message seeking comment was left with the Department of Homeland Security. Most of the drones have been spotted along coastal areas and some were recently reported flying over a large reservoir in Clinton. Sightings also have been reported in neighboring states. James Edwards, of Succasunna, New Jersey, said he has seen a few drones flying over his neighborhood since last month. “It raises concern mainly because there's so much that's unknown,” Edwards said Wednesday. “There are lots of people spouting off about various conspiracies that they believe are in play here, but that only adds fuel to the fire unnecessarily. We need to wait and see what is really happening here, not let fear of the unknown overtake us." —— AP reporters Mike Catalini in Morrisville, Pennsylvania; and Wayne Parry in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, contributed to this report.
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A new year brings new 2025 makeup trends to obsess over, and this year's most popular looks are bolder than ever. After an era of and , makeup is back in full force and meant to be noticed. According to celebrity makeup artist , making a statement is especially important in 2025. “Glam is making a comeback,” says Luna, whose clients include Megan Fox, Jennifer Coolidge, and Mel B. “More and more I'm getting requests from clients to raise the bar when it comes to makeup. ‘Blah’ is out. Women want to be seen." global makeup artist agrees, adding that high shine and sparkle is going to be everywhere. It's also the easiest way to add extra flair to a look, which anyone can execute—no matter their skill level. “Shimmer is a huge 2025 trend, and I couldn’t be happier about it,” he says. “It was all over the runways and social media as well. Oh, and most importantly, 's makeup looks! We’re having fun with makeup again, and I can’t think of an easier way to quickly amplify your eye look. Anybody can do it. What I love about the shimmer trend is that you can apply a soft, subtle amount or really pack it on for a full glam look.” If you're more of a makeup minimalist, fear not! Good skin will always be in. According to celebrity makeup artist , hydrated and healthy skin is great to wear alone or as prep for makeup. “Hydration is key—your base needs to be hydrated to start off,” says Ortega, whose clients include Christina Aguilera, Lana Del Rey, and Becky G. “This comes from the right moisture products, products that protect your skin barrier, and of course, drinking enough water! I love the .” Ready to get glammed in 2025? Ahead, professional makeup artists share their top 2025 makeup trends for the new year. When it comes to makeup in 2025, more is more. “From a bold liner to a smokey eye, making a statement is back on the table with no negotiations,” says Luna, who created this disco-inspired eye for Jojo. “Expect a shift in makeup as a whole. Glam is here to take up some space.” Get the look using a palette with plenty of bold colors and finishes, like the or . Chinchilla says a perfectly flushed face will never go out of style, but it looks especially fresh in 2025. “Sheer to medium coverage with a glowy gorgeous finish is the name of the game next year,” he says. “It’s the ‘got ready in 5 minutes look' but still serving face.” To recreate, create a stained “wash of color” on the eyes, lips, and cheeks. “The runways are loving this look, and so are celebrities like and ,” he says. According to Luna, glowy is still very much in for 2025. Try the trend with glam to match. For the best light-reflecting products, we recommend the or . Pro tip: Don't forget to add some highlighter to the shoulders and collarbone. “Wearable modern retro eyes are huge for 2025,” says Chinchilla. “We’ve been seeing it all over the runways and on celebs like , , and —all of whom have been bringing the glam back. I think we’ve all been doing the natural no makeup look for so long that we’re ready to pull out our makeup and have some fun while expressing ourselves.” Don't be intimidated by the geometric shape—Chinchilla recommends the , which makes drawing lines a breeze. “They’re super creamy and glide on, but once they dry, they last for up to 36 hours," he says. "It’s the only pencil liner I trust for my celebrity clients, and they’re amazing in the waterline as well. They simply do not budge.”
The BMW 2-Series serves as the entry point into getting yourself an "Ultimate Driving Machine." Now, BMW has unveiled a second generation to its "Gran Coupe" (actually a four-door), and it strives to be bigger, better, and more powerful without unduly running up the tab. To drive the newest 2-Series, BMW brought me to its headquarters in Spartanburg, South Carolina to get some precious seat time behind the wheel of what will be the most-performance oriented 2-Series at launch, the 2025 M235 xDrive. After a fancy dinner, a proper reveal complete with a DJ, and chatting with colleagues about air travel, Baltimore sports icons, and everything in-between, BMW let me take the latest and greatest 2-Series around its test track at its Performance Center down the street from its main American assembly. As I was in close proximity to a lot of BMW secret projects, concept cars, and the like, I was not allowed to take any pictures over the course of the drive. As is the case elsewhere in BMW's line-up, the 2-Series umbrella now encompasses a number of different flavors. Initially, when the second generation 2-series arrives in the U.S. in March of 2025, it will have two trim levels: 228 xDrive and M235 xDrive. Both are equipped with all-wheel drive. The entry-level 228 sDrive — which will command a starting price of $39,600 — is two-wheel drive, and BMW expects it to launch sometime halfway through next year. All three trims will be four-door "Gran Coupe" sedans — no word on a 2-Series Coupe roadmap yet — and will be powered by a twin-turbo 2.0-liter four cylinder paired with a seven-speed automatic transmission. That makes 241 horsepower in the 228, enough to propel the 2-Series to 60 miles per hour in 5.8 seconds. The power is cranked up to 312 horsepower for the M235, and in turn the highway speed sprint is shaved down to 4.7 seconds. It's not going to blow the doors off a proper V8-powered BMW monster , but it's no slouch. Inside, BMW has revamped the dashboard to house a number of new screens and technological bits, that aim to make the drive a little less boring and a lot more connected. Given the short time I had on the track, I wasn't able to mess around with the 2-Series infotainment or technology suite very much, but it very much falls in line with the rest of BMW's 2025 offerings. Dimensionally, the 2-Series was made a little longer and taller to allow for a more livable passenger and storage compartment. Unlike something like a BMW Z4 , this car isn't supposed to be relegated to a weekend toy when the weather is nice. It's supposed to be a daily driver, grocer getter, vacation car, and weekend racer all in one. In short, it's BMW's mass-market car for everyone who wants a taste of either Ultimate, Driving, and/or Machine without dropping six-figures on something like an M5, or scouring FaceBook marketplace for a used 3-Series that may or may not house a family of raccoons. When I first got to the track, I was greeted by engineers from BMW who were very helpful in answering any questions about their new pride and joy. My Q&A session with one engineer migrated to the 2-Series itself, with me in the passenger seat while he thrashed around the track for a few minutes and, in a very classically German manner, calmly explained what made the new car tick while the speedometer climbed to triple digits. In the hands of the people who designed it, the 2-Series was calm, competent and planted. A four-door German sports sedan doesn't exactly scream "drama" and the 2-Series didn't either. It ate through the banked corners of BMW's track like a plate of dampfnudel. The tires didn't complain, and the xDrive system and updated suspension did their best to keep the car composed. Although I may pretend to be one while gliding through traffic, I am not a professional track driver, but the 2-Series made me feel like one when I got behind the wheel. On BMW's Autobahn mock-up, I achieved a speed of 134 miles per hour, and the car felt like it was going highway speeds. It's quiet and absolutely devoid of any shaking or otherwise nervousness that might strike other cars at (somewhat) high speeds. Through the banked and flat corners, the M235 remained stoic. Although the M235's calm demeanor might be a drawback to people who prefer to live on the edge, one must remember that the 2-Series as a whole isn't meant for smashing lap records. It's meant for skipping work and going to the golf course, or sitting in traffic and pretending you're on the starting grid at the 24 Hours of Daytona. Just like you might not want the pilot of the airliner you're on to have a neck tattoo and an affinity for thrash metal, you don't want your mass market commuter car to have a crazy streak. There's something to be said about a car that you can absolutely wring to its limits on the track without feeling like you're going to die, or lower the property values of every house in a several square mile radius when you mash the accelerator. The 2025 2-Series, with only a hair over 300 horsepower at its hottest, doesn't have to be wild to be good. My track time had about as much drama as a Southern California weather forecast, and on balance that's probably a good thing: the 2-Series was just downright pleasant to drive. The M5 I trampled around the same course kicks you in the head with noise and enough power to put the National Guard on standby. In contrast, the 2-Series was like going on a brisk walk with a nice soundtrack of a chirping birds, and a backdrop of some nice greenery. It's just easy . Right when it launches, the 2025 BMW 228 xDrive Gran Coupe will sit at a price of $41,600. The 2025 BMW M235 xDrive that I drove will set you back $49,500. Both have a $1,175 destination charge. Although there are a number of commuter Hondas, Kias, and Subarus that are a lot cheaper, the 2-Series is a tempting option for someone who wants a little more out of driving to and from the Trader Joes that shares a parking lot with a BMW dealership.
WILMINGTON, Del.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov 26, 2024-- Incyte (Nasdaq:INCY) announced today that it will now present at Citi’s 2024 Global Healthcare Conference on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 8:00 a.m. The presentation will be webcast live and can be accessed at Investor.Incyte.com and will be available for replay for 30 days. About Incyte A global biopharmaceutical company on a mission to Solve On. , Incyte follows the science to find solutions for patients with unmet medical needs. Through the discovery, development and commercialization of proprietary therapeutics, Incyte has established a portfolio of first-in-class medicines for patients and a strong pipeline of products in Oncology and Inflammation & Autoimmunity. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, Incyte has operations in North America, Europe and Asia. For additional information on Incyte, please visit Incyte.com or follow us on social media: LinkedIn , X , Instagram , Facebook , YouTube . View source version on businesswire.com : https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241126113474/en/ CONTACT: Incyte Media media@incyte.comInvestors ir@incyte.com KEYWORD: DELAWARE UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: BIOTECHNOLOGY PHARMACEUTICAL HEALTH ONCOLOGY SOURCE: Incyte Copyright Business Wire 2024. PUB: 11/26/2024 04:10 PM/DISC: 11/26/2024 04:10 PM http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241126113474/en
