1 2 Lucknow: BSP national president Mayawati on Friday said that members of her party are free to form matrimonial relationships with people from any other political party. "Our party has nothing to do with it. People are free to make their matrimonial choices," she said. Her clarification followed the expulsion of the former district president of Rampur, Surendra Sagar , who recently married off his son to the daughter of SP MLA Tribhuvan Dutt, for "anti-party" acts and "indiscipline." Tribhuvan Dutt later joined the Samajwadi Party . Mayawati further clarified that Sagar and the current district president of BSP in Rampur, Pramod Kumar, were both expelled due to a discord between them, which was also affecting the party. "It has nothing to do with marriage," she said. She, however, said that the party had stopped people from attending the wedding of former BSP MP Munkad Ali's son in Nov in Ghaziabad because his daughter, Sumbul Rana, contested the Meerapur bypoll on the Samajwadi Party's ticket. "We were also contesting the Meerapur bypoll. In that case, people from the two parties could have clashed. The party had to take such a step under compulsion, but it is being publicised in a different manner," said the BSP chief. Stay updated with the latest news on Times of India . Don't miss daily games like Crossword , Sudoku , and Mini Crossword .Mutual of America Capital Management LLC decreased its stake in shares of Littelfuse, Inc. ( NASDAQ:LFUS – Free Report ) by 5.6% during the 3rd quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The fund owned 13,399 shares of the technology company’s stock after selling 793 shares during the period. Mutual of America Capital Management LLC owned about 0.05% of Littelfuse worth $3,554,000 as of its most recent filing with the SEC. A number of other hedge funds have also bought and sold shares of LFUS. Huntington National Bank lifted its holdings in Littelfuse by 200.0% during the 3rd quarter. Huntington National Bank now owns 96 shares of the technology company’s stock worth $25,000 after buying an additional 64 shares during the last quarter. CWM LLC raised its position in shares of Littelfuse by 410.7% during the 2nd quarter. CWM LLC now owns 143 shares of the technology company’s stock valued at $37,000 after acquiring an additional 115 shares in the last quarter. UMB Bank n.a. lifted its stake in Littelfuse by 70.2% during the third quarter. UMB Bank n.a. now owns 143 shares of the technology company’s stock worth $38,000 after purchasing an additional 59 shares during the last quarter. GAMMA Investing LLC boosted its holdings in Littelfuse by 275.0% in the second quarter. GAMMA Investing LLC now owns 165 shares of the technology company’s stock worth $42,000 after purchasing an additional 121 shares during the period. Finally, EntryPoint Capital LLC bought a new stake in Littelfuse during the first quarter valued at $50,000. 96.14% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors and hedge funds. Littelfuse Stock Up 2.2 % LFUS opened at $243.82 on Friday. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.31, a current ratio of 3.55 and a quick ratio of 2.52. Littelfuse, Inc. has a 12 month low of $222.91 and a 12 month high of $275.58. The stock’s 50 day moving average price is $254.71 and its 200 day moving average price is $256.33. The stock has a market cap of $6.05 billion, a P/E ratio of 30.70, a P/E/G ratio of 2.34 and a beta of 1.28. Littelfuse Dividend Announcement The business also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, December 5th. Investors of record on Thursday, November 21st will be paid a dividend of $0.70 per share. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, November 21st. This represents a $2.80 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 1.15%. Littelfuse’s dividend payout ratio is presently 35.99%. Insider Activity at Littelfuse In other news, SVP Matthew Cole sold 1,436 shares of Littelfuse stock in a transaction on Thursday, September 12th. The stock was sold at an average price of $246.02, for a total transaction of $353,284.72. Following the transaction, the senior vice president now directly owns 5,522 shares in the company, valued at approximately $1,358,522.44. This trade represents a 20.64 % decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through this link . Also, CEO David W. Heinzmann sold 2,091 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction on Monday, August 26th. The shares were sold at an average price of $274.65, for a total value of $574,293.15. Following the completion of the sale, the chief executive officer now owns 59,654 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $16,383,971.10. This trade represents a 3.39 % decrease in their position. The disclosure for this sale can be found here . Company insiders own 2.30% of the company’s stock. Analyst Ratings Changes LFUS has been the topic of a number of recent research reports. Oppenheimer upgraded shares of Littelfuse from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating and set a $310.00 price target on the stock in a research report on Thursday, October 17th. StockNews.com upgraded Littelfuse from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating in a research note on Friday, October 18th. Robert W. Baird upped their target price on Littelfuse from $300.00 to $315.00 and gave the company an “outperform” rating in a report on Thursday, August 29th. Stifel Nicolaus raised Littelfuse from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating and raised their price target for the stock from $270.00 to $280.00 in a report on Tuesday, August 13th. Finally, TD Cowen upped their price objective on Littelfuse from $250.00 to $260.00 and gave the stock a “hold” rating in a research note on Thursday, August 1st. Three equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating, four have given a buy rating and one has issued a strong buy rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat.com, Littelfuse has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $285.00. Read Our Latest Analysis on Littelfuse Littelfuse Company Profile ( Free Report ) Littelfuse, Inc designs, manufactures, and sells electronic components, modules, and subassemblies in the Americas, Asia-Pacific, and Europe. The company operates through Electronic, Transportation, and Industrial segments. The Electronics segment offers fuses and fuse accessories, positive temperature coefficient resettable fuses, electromechanical switches and interconnect solutions, polymer electrostatic discharge suppressors, varistors, reed switch based magnetic sensing products, and gas discharge tubes; and discrete transient voltage suppressor (TVS) diodes, TVS diode arrays, protection and switching thyristors, metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistors and diodes, and insulated gate bipolar transistors. See Also Want to see what other hedge funds are holding LFUS? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for Littelfuse, Inc. ( NASDAQ:LFUS – Free Report ). Receive News & Ratings for Littelfuse Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Littelfuse and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .

Join our newsletter to get the latest military space news every Tuesday by veteran defense journalist Sandra Erwin. HELSINKI — China is developing a dependence on space-based space situational awareness as its space activities expand, according to a new report. China’s on-orbit presence has grown dramatically in recent years, with a boom in numbers of satellites launched, and the construction of the Tiangong space station. However, its space situational awareness (SSA) architecture heavily relies on space-based systems due to its limited global ground sensor network, according to a report from the China Aerospace Studies Institute (CASI). The report provides new insights into China’s SSA infrastructure and outlines its unique constraints and priorities. China has sent at least 10 spacecraft to low Earth orbit (LEO) for space-based SSA, according to analysis of open-source Chinese reports and literature. Further unspecified satellites in general orbits have been referred to texts as carrying out SSA tasks. Noted satellites include Shiyan and Shijian technology demonstration spacecraft, as well as satellites from commercial actors Changguang Satellite Technology , operator of the Jilin remote sensing constellation, and Origin Space , a space resources firm. The satellites use mostly optical (including infrared for detecting heat sources, especially useful when spacecraft are in Earth’s shadow, and LiDAR) and radio frequency sensors, with a variety of detection ranges. Chinese satellites employ onboard processing for tasks like collision avoidance, aiming to reduce reliance on limited and overburdened ground stations. This autonomy enables faster response times, crucial for a nation with limited access to global relay networks. The general U.S. approach is described as relying on data analysis on the ground with human oversight. LEO is currently the main focus of its SSA efforts due to the dense satellite population and collision risks. Less attention is set on geostationary orbit, on which the U.S. has a stronger focus. The development of China’s space-based SSA is seen not only as having military uses and applications, but also for collision avoidance and other strategic and economic reasons. The efforts also assist China’s aim of building its own space object catalog, rather than relying on U.S. or Russian data. Traditional methods for tracking and identifying satellites are falling behind as space grows more crowded, leaving critical gaps and uncertainties. HEO’s flyby NEI is changing that, offering rapid satellite identification and characterisation. Explore our latest white paper &... pic.twitter.com/I9QhIPLpuf — HEO (@heospace) December 2, 2024 China’s approach is found to contrast with that of the U.S., which integrates space-based SSA with extensive ground sensors. China’s ability to establish ground sensors is limited by political factors. These divergent approaches bring potential challenges and opportunities, the report states. China’s reliance on space-based SSA assets could heighten threat perceptions if these systems are disrupted, potentially leading to misinterpretation of incidents. Conversely, the report suggests, this dependence may also drive China’s commitment to space stability, given its growing reliance on space for economic and military operations. The report also recommends that the U.S. regulators expedite the process to allow companies to supply non-Earth imagery in higher orbits to remain competitive with Chinese companies. The building of China’s comprehensive space object catalog could also have implications. It may rival the U.S. Space-track system and serve as an alternative for global users, potentially reducing U.S. influence in space traffic management. China’s need for SSA, a catalog and collision avoidance is growing. China had more than 900 satellites in orbit by mid-July this year, according to China Central Television (CCTV). The country has launched over 230 spacecraft across 62 orbital launch attempts so far in 2024. 54 of these have been for the Qianfan/Thousand Sails megaconstellation, while the first satellites for the national Guowang constellation could launch on a Long March 5B rocket this week. Together, the constellations plan to send more than 27,000 satellites into orbit. The sheer scale of these constellations underscores China’s ambition but also presents challenges for space traffic management and debris mitigation, necessitating robust SSA systems. SpaceX meanwhile already has more than 5,000 satellites in orbit for its Starlink constellation, underscoring the complex, global nature of space traffic management challenges ahead. Chinese researchers earlier this year called for expanded SSA capabilities .Florida knocks No. 9 Ole Miss out of College Football Playoff contention

What time is NYC FC vs. New York RB matchup for the 2024 MLS Cup Playoffs and how do I watch live?MELBOURNE, Australia , Dec. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- After just nine months in the market, Firmable is rapidly gaining traction as Australia's leading B2B sales and marketing database. This early success signals a shift in how Australian businesses are approaching sales growth, prioritising accurate, localised data to drive results. Firmable has already onboarded over 1,500 users from more than 500 companies through the platform, capitalising on its unique value proposition: a deeply localised dataset that provides unmatched accuracy and breadth. Australian businesses are increasingly switching from global competitors to Firmable, drawn by its ability to deliver reliable data and local support. According to Matt Perrott , CEO and co-founder of BuildPass: "Compared to ZoomInfo, Firmable has much wider coverage, accuracy, and depth of local data for only a fraction of the price." G2 , the largest and most trusted business software comparison site, recently recognised Firmable's position as a market leader by awarding High Performer Badges in the Sales Intelligence and Lead Management categories on customer satisfaction in the Australian market. Firmable was also named Easiest to Do Business With based on exceptional customer ratings. These accolades reflect Firmable's commitment to delivering unparalleled value and service to its customers. Leigh Jasper , co-CEO and co-founder of Firmable, remarked: "Firmable was founded to tackle one of the biggest challenges we observed in the Australian market – access to reliable and accurate B2B data. Australian businesses deserve a local solution that truly understands their needs, and Firmable is delivering exactly that." "We created Firmable to solve a problem we experienced firsthand: the lack of accurate and reliable B2B data for Australian businesses," said Tara Salmon , Chief Revenue Officer of Firmable. "The impact is clear – our outbound sales team has achieved exceptional results, using Firmable as their own data tool, generating $160K in monthly pipeline per SDR, despite an ACV of < $10,000 . This efficiency highlights how the right data and tools enable more effective B2B sales." Looking ahead to 2025, Firmable plans to continue scaling its operations while introducing innovative AI-driven tools, including predictive signals and AI agents. These enhancements will empower users to target leads more effectively and improve their sales efficiency, further cementing Firmable's position as a market leader. "Our lean approach and internal use of AI have enabled us to focus on growth without overextending," added Salmon. "By equipping our Go-To-Market team with the tools and data they need, we've created a streamlined process that's delivering results at scale." With plans to deepen its database and expand its product offerings, Firmable is positioned for accelerated growth in 2025. The company's focus on delivering value through local expertise and innovative technology has resonated with Australian businesses, making Firmable the go-to choice for B2B data. About Firmable Firmable is Australia's definitive B2B database platform, helping businesses drive smarter decisions and outperform by knowing more about their leads, customers, and candidates than ever before. The platform provides access to the largest database of Australian companies in one place with a rich set of attributes, allowing sales and marketing teams to accelerate growth, better engage with their customers, and save time by leveraging reliable market intelligence. SOURCE Firmable Pty Ltd.

A pair of teams with minimal rest will face off in Nassau, Bahamas, on Sunday when No. 22 St. John takes on Georgia. St. John's (5-1), which will play its third game in four days, began the stretch in the Bahamas Championship on Thursday, dropping a heartbreaker to No. 13 Baylor. The Red Storm led by 18 in the first half before Baylor forced overtime. From there, St. John's rallied from five down with 1:47 left to send the game to a second overtime, where it saw Baylor knock down a pair of 3-pointers in the final seven seconds -- including Jeremy Roach's buzzer-beater -- to knock off the Red Storm 99-98. In the third-place game on Friday, St. John's breezed past Virginia 80-55. RJ Luis Jr. led the way with 18 points and four steals, followed by Kadary Richmond's 12 points, as the Red Storm took a one-point lead with 15:21 left in the first half and didn't trail again. "I'm really impressed with our guys, coming off a double-overtime, extremely emotional loss," St. John's head coach Rick Pitino said. "To respond that way was extremely impressive, both offensively and defensively." Pitino, in his second year with the Red Storm, was moved by something off the court on Friday, involving captain Zuby Ejiofor, who chipped in eight points, nine boards, two steals and two blocks. Ejiofor was serenaded by St. John's fans during the win, following his two missed free throws at the end of double overtime against Baylor. "When you've only been in a job for a year, you search for things you love about a place," Pitino said. "Tonight I found out what I love about St. John's. Our fans chanted Zuby's name the whole game, which doesn't happen anywhere else in America. I was really impressed with our fans and I thank them for making Zuby feel good, because he gives you all the energy." Luis leads the Red Storm with 17.3 points per game, followed by Ejiofor (10.7), Aaron Scott (10.5), Deivon Smith (10.3) and Richmond (10.2). Georgia enters Sunday's matchup looking to rebound from its first loss after falling to No. 15 Marquette 80-69 on Saturday. Georgia (5-1) battled back from a 15-point, second-half deficit, but was held to just three points over the final 4:57 in Saturday's loss. Blue Cain led the Bulldogs with a season-high 17 points, including five 3-pointers. "It's a process. It's a journey with this team," Bulldogs head coach Mike White said. "It's about continuing to make strides, continuing to protect our culture. ... At the end of the day, wins and losses are going to take care of themselves. We just have to embrace the process and enjoy it." Five-star freshman recruit Asa Newell was held to a season-low nine points but leads the team with 15.5 points per game. Silas Demary Jr. is second with 13.8. --Field Level Media

The kitchen is the heart of the home, making it the perfect place for the focus of a meaningful holiday gift for new or aspiring homeowners. Smart tools that combine style, functionality and cutting-edge technology take kitchen duties to a whole new level. Here are some standout smart kitchen tools that any homeowner or homeowner-to-be would love, as reviewed by PC Magazine. Bring smart tech to meal prep If you’re seeking culinary inspiration or enhancing your skills with a cooking show, consider the third-generation Echo Show 8 smart display. Its high-definition screen and immersive audio make it perfect for watching cooking shows, streaming music, or following recipes hands-free. Simply ask Alexa — the cloud-based voice assistant — to set timers, convert measurements, or add items to your shopping list. The Echo Show 8 also allows you to pair and control other smart devices in your home that are compatible with Zigbee, Matter and Thread. To brighten your cooking space and warm up your kitchen, consider GE’s Cync Reveal under-cabinet and under-counter smart lights . These puck lights offer bright adjustable lighting with app control and are compatible with Matter for hands-free voice or remote control. While plug-in installation is straightforward, direct wiring provides the sleekest-looking install. If you have concerns about handling wiring, hire an electrician to install the lights. Self-cleaning robots for kitchen cleanup No cooking event is complete without the final cleanup, and the more help you can get the better. Enter a good robot vacuum to the rescue. The Shark IQ Robot Self-Empty XL RV1001AE features a large dustbin in its base station that only needs emptying about once a month. The vacuum rarely gets stuck and can be controlled from your phone or voice, allowing you to set cleaning schedules, target specific rooms, or establish no-go zones. It has a self-cleaning brush roll for pet guardians and is powerful enough to remove pet fur from carpeting. Another option for pet guardians is the iRobot Roomba j9+ , with its Pet Owner Official Promise (POOP) guarantee — if the vacuum fails to avoid solid pet waste in its first year, the company will replace it for free. There’s also a self-emptying robot vacuum, like the Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni , which has a self-emptying dustbin, a mop that cleans and dries itself, and a built-in voice assistant. If you’re shopping on a budget, PC Magazine suggests the Roomba Combo Essential , which has seamless app setup, mopping and navigation abilities. But why stop there? You can also get a robot mop. The Bissell SpinWave Wet and Dry robot mop features two spinning microfiber pads for a spotless finish, while the iRobot Braava Jet m6 is another excellent option. Furbo smart cameras for pet lovers In keeping with gifts tied to the heart, here’s an option to treat pet owners and their furry friends. This device doubles as a pet sitter and indoor home security camera, with barking alerts, the ability to hear and talk to your pooch, and to toss treats from your phone. The Furbo 360 Dog Camera offers a livestream video to watch your pooch morning, afternoon, or night. Cat lovers aren’t left out, either. The Furbo 360 Cat Camera offers similar features tailored to feline families, with sound effects and notifications designed to entertain cats. Smart gadgets exist for every area of the home, so you’re sure to find one to suit the homeowners or renters on your holiday list. Explore the complete list of smart devices reviewed by PC Magazine at www.pcmag.com/picks/the-best-smart-home-devices . Tom Kalinski is the broker/owner of RE/MAX of Boulder, the local residential real estate company he established in 1977. He was inducted into Boulder County’s Business Hall of Fame in 2016 and has a 40-year background in commercial and residential real estate. For questions, e-mail Tom at tomkalinski33@gmail.com , call 303.441.5620 or visit boulderco.com . Stay up to date with area Real Estate and Home & Garden news information with the latest e-edition version of atHome Colorado online This article is brought to you by atHome Colorado , your weekly insight into real estate, design, and community trends, published weekly by the advertising and marketing department in the Boulder Daily Camera, Loveland Reporter-Herald, Greeley Tribune, and Longmont Times-CallMbalula Condemns Deportation Of Chris Hani’s Killer Janusz Waluś, Calls For Full ConfessionDame Prue Leith has defended Gregg Wallace amidst allegations about his behaviour, stating that he shouldn't be sacked as she believes in due process. The presenter, who has temporarily stepped back from hosting the BBC cooking show MasterChef, is facing historical allegations of misconduct which are currently under external review. His legal team has categorically denied all allegations against him, stating that it is "entirely false that he engages in behaviour of a sexually harassing nature". Gregg has also strongly refuted all claims against him. Great British Bake Off star Dame Prue weighed in on the controversy, suggesting that while Wallace shouldn't lose his job, at least yet. Speaking on Times Radio, the 84 year old said: "I'm a great believer in due process... He should just stay off social media because he's just digging himself deeper and deeper into a hole because he's too insensitive to understand how offensive it is. Read more Rod Stewart takes fire at Gregg Wallace again in brutal two-word jibe "But that's his problem, that he's insensitive. He hasn't, that I can see, disobeyed the law" She added: "I don't believe people should be cancelled or sacked. I can see why you would ask somebody to step aside while they investigate things, which I suppose is what they're doing. But I think the tragedy in this is that I bet you Gregg has no idea what he's done wrong." She argued that TV bosses needed to be 'tough' with their presenters. Prue added: "For goodness sake, they can replace Gregg Wallace. They can replace anybody. So they should be tough with their presenters. They should be very clear about whatever the rules are. "I do think they've been weak. But I don't want to say that he should be sacked because I don't know what the crime is." The BBC is currently investigating misconduct claims against Gregg, who has denied allegations of making inappropriate sexual comments. After the allegations against Gregg surfaced, MasterChef's production company, Banijay UK, issued a statement saying: "This week the BBC received complaints from individuals in relation to historical allegations of misconduct while working with presenter Gregg Wallace on one of our shows. Read more Gregg Wallace's third wife made brutal dig about 'needy' MasterChef star "Whilst these complainants have not raised the allegations directly with our show producers or parent company Banijay UK, we feel that it is appropriate to conduct an immediate, external review to fully and impartially investigate. "During this investigation, Gregg Wallace will be stepping back from his role on MasterChef and has pledged full cooperation throughout the process. Banijay UK's duty of care to staff is always a priority and our expectations regarding behaviour are made clear to both cast and crew on all productions, with multiple ways of raising concerns, including anonymously, clearly promoted on set." It continued: "Whilst these are historical allegations, incidences brought to our attention where these expectations are not met, are thoroughly investigated and addressed appropriately."