The Kansas City Chiefs grinded out another nail biting victory in Week 12, as Spencer Shrader's game-winning 31-yard field goal gave them a 30-27 victory over the Carolina Panthers. And along the way, their head coach Andy Reid managed to achieve another ridiculous milestone. While the Panthers are one of the worst teams in the NFL, they played the Chiefs incredibly tough in this one, and tied the game at 27 late in the fourth quarter. Patrick Mahomes and the offense responded by driving down the field to set up Shrader, and he nailed the kick to secure Kansas City's 10th win of the season. In the process, it earned the legendary coach in Reid another season where he had won 10-plus games. In fact, this marked the 10th straight season where Reid's teams had won 10-plus games, which is another remarkable milestone in a career that has been full of them. A decade of double-digit wins. Congrats, Coach! pic.twitter.com/Im6soMQkYW Since taking over as the Chiefs head coach back in 2013, Reid has only had one season where his team won fewer than 10 games, and it came back in 2014 when they won nine. Since then, Kansas City has won at least 10 games in each of the past 10 seasons now. That sort of consistency simply cannot be taken for granted, especially when you win three Super Bowls along the way. With another 10-win campaign in the books, Reid and company can begin fully turning their attention towards going on a championship run for the third straight year. © Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images However, it's becoming clear that Kansas City is going to have to play better as a whole if they want to achieve their main goal on the year. They have 10 wins, but they have been forced to grind out wins in pretty much every one of their contests. Against tougher opponents, their margin for error won't be very high. 10 wins are 10 wins, though, and the Chiefs are in an enviable spot thanks to Reid's prowess. With another dub in the books, Kansas City will turn their attention to their Week 13 contest against the Las Vegas Raiders, which falls on Black Friday. Related: Chiefs Send 6-Word Message to Panthers After Week 12 VictoryBrazil's top court takes on regulation of social media
Trump discussed border, trade with Canada's Trudeau after pledging steep tariffsCavaliers out to avenge loss, cool off red-hot CelticsLONDON — Pooches in pullovers paraded past Buckingham Palace on Saturday for a gathering of dogs in Christmas sweaters to raise funds for rescue charities. People and dogs take part in the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade on Saturday outside Buckingham Palace in central London. About 130 pets, and their owners, walked Saturday from St. James's Park and along the Mall, the wide boulevard that leads to the royal palace as part of the Christmas Jumper Parade. Flossie the dog barks Saturday during the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade in central London. Prizes were awarded for best-dressed pets, with contenders including canine Santas, puppy elves and a French bulldog dressed in a red beret and pink jacket adorned with red bows. People and dogs take part in the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade on Saturday in central London. The event was organized by Rescue Dogs of London and Friends to raise money for charities that rehome dogs from overseas. People take part in the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade on Saturday in central London. Christmas sweater animal parades have become something of an annual tradition in London. People and dogs take part in the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade on Saturday outside Buckingham Palace in central London. There are more to come this year, including an event for corgis — the late Queen Elizabeth II's favorite breed — on Dec. 7 and the dachshund-friendly Hyde Park Sausage Walk on Dec 15. From bags of kibble in the grocery store to modern home sizes, things are getting smaller—and evidently, Americans are starting to look for furry friends that match. Small breeds like terriers and toys have largely dethroned the retrievers that once dominated the most popular breed rankings. This is a continuation of a trend that began in 2022 when the Labrador retriever lost its 31-year-long streak as #1 to the French bulldog, according to the American Kennel Club. This shift may be partially attributable to the rising costs of pet products and veterinary care since smaller dogs are more economical for tighter budgets. Moreover, as remote work and nomadic living become increasingly more common, smaller dogs may appeal to those looking for pets that require less space and are easier to transport. In fact, only two sporting dog breeds are the most popular in any American state—and neither is a Labrador retriever. The most popular dog overall represents 4% of all dogs in the country—constituting over 2.3 million out of 58 million households with dogs. used data from to further explore which dog breeds are the most popular in which states and what factors may drive residents' preferences. Named after the northern Mexican state from which it originates, the Chihuahua is the smallest dog breed and one of the oldest, with a lineage that dates as far back as the ninth century. Today, the breed makes up a remarkable 4% of all dogs in the United States and is the most popular overall in 21 states. It ranks within the top five most common breeds in 42 states in total. Requiring just 200 to 250 calories per day but boasting a lifespan of 14 to 16 years, the Chihuahua offers owners low-cost longevity and is known for its adaptability and amusing personality. The French bulldog is a compact companion known for being friendly yet quiet, making it suitable for a range of lifestyles and homes. The breed has roots in the English bulldog, which was bred to a smaller size to accompany its working English owners, many of whom were artisans. As such trades closed amid the Industrial Revolution, these workers and their little bulldogs moved to France, where the breed's popularity began. The French developed a more standardized appearance which was iterated upon in the U.S. to develop the iconic bat ears. The breed has recently seen a massive increase in popularity, with AKC registrations Now, the French bulldog is the most popular dog in Florida, California, and Hawaii and is in the top five most common dogs in nearly half the remaining states. With webbed paws and an affinity for water, golden retrievers are lucky pups to be the favored breed of the Midwest. They are the most popular dogs in states bordering the Great Lakes—Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois, and Ohio; the entirety of the New England region minus Rhode Island; plus North Dakota, Nebraska, Colorado, and Virginia. The iconic golden breed was developed in 19th-century Scotland to retrieve both from land and water during hunts, hence its swimming-related adaptations. Golden retrievers are known for their affectionate nature and eagerness to please, making them well-suited for service and other working dog roles. As loyal as they are intelligent, German shepherds are among the favored breeds for guide, military, police, and search and rescue roles. The breed, which first arrived in America in the early 20th century, also enjoys peak popularity in Alaska, Montana, Wyoming, Delaware, and Pennsylvania. Athletic in nature, the breed requires lots of exercise, making them well-suited for homes with or near lots of open land. They are also well-adapted to cold temperatures and harsher climates due to their thick double coats of fur. The shih tzu, whose name means "lion" in Chinese, is king of the Empire State (New York) as well as Iowa, Rhode Island, and New Jersey. Roughly a quarter of New York state residents live in apartments, making the dog that averages 9 to 16 pounds perfect for compact households. Despite being known for its playfulness, the breed does not require much physical activity or space. The breed dates back over 1,000 years but was first brought to America surprisingly recently, following World War II. According to the American Kennel Club, every shih tzu alive today has direct lineage to just that were saved when the breed nearly went extinct during the Communist revolution. Representing the best of both worlds, the golden retriever and poodle hybrid is known for its friendly, sociable demeanor and trainability. Bred to be guide dogs in the 1960s, the hybrid is not recognized as an official breed by the AKC, so there is no breed standard. Goldendoodles can thus range from mini-sized to about 90 pounds and may have fur that is curly, straight, or somewhere in between. While not official, the family-friendly dog has left paw prints all over the country, ranking in the top five most popular dogs in 37 states. In Idaho and Utah, the goldendoodle is the most popular overall. Maxing out at just 7 pounds, the Yorkshire terrier is the most popular breed among Maryland and Washington D.C. residents. This is not necessarily surprising considering the housing stock of the nation's capital is comprised mostly of apartment units, making the pint-sized pup perfect for metropolitans. The toy breed was bred to chase rats out of mines and mills in 19th-century England, arriving in North America in the 1870s and gaining official recognition by the AKC in 1885. Now, the breed is among the top five most common dogs in 26 states. The breed is a true terrier at heart, known for its feisty yet affectionate nature.' Receive the latest in local entertainment news in your inbox weekly!
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By Ismail Shakil and Tim Reid OTTAWA (Reuters) - U.S. President-elect Donald Trump said on Saturday he had a "very productive" meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in which they discussed border-related issues and other topics including trade, energy, and the Arctic. Trudeau flew to Florida on Friday evening and had dinner with Trump at his Mar-a-Lago residence, days after Republican Trump had pledged to impose tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports after he is sworn in as president in January. That pledge has raised fears of a trade war between the U.S. and two of its biggest trading partners. Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum warned this week Trump's tariff plan would have dire consequences for both countries and suggested possible retaliation following his threat of across-the-board 25% tariffs on Mexican and Canadian imports. Trump wants to use tariffs as a tool to get Mexico and Canada to help stem the flow of illegal drugs into the U.S., particularly the deadly opioid fentanyl, and also migrants crossing illegally into the U.S. "We discussed many important topics that will require both Countries to work together to address, like the Fentanyl and Drug Crisis that has decimated so many lives as a result of Illegal Immigration, Fair Trade Deals that do not jeopardize American Workers, and the massive Trade Deficit the U.S. has with Canada," Trump said in a post on Truth Social. "Trudeau has made a commitment to work with us to end this terrible devastation of U.S. Families," he added. Trudeau's office did not immediately respond to a request for comment about his meeting with Trump. In a separate post, Trump called on the so-called BRICS countries to commit to not creating a new currency or supporting another currency over the U.S. dollar. If those countries do so they will face "100% tariffs", Trump said. BRICS refers to original members of the intergovernmental group of economies: Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa. It also includes Iran, Egypt, Ethiopia, and the United Arab Emirates. "We require a commitment from these Countries that they will neither create a new BRICS Currency, nor back any other Currency to replace the mighty U.S. Dollar or, they will face 100% Tariffs, and should expect to say goodbye to selling into the wonderful U.S. Economy," Trump wrote. (Reporting by Ismail Shakil in Ottawa and Tim Reid in West Palm Beach, Florida; Editing by Nick Zieminski and Rod Nickel)
London, Nov 30 (PTI) High achievers facilitating cross-border partnerships between India and Europe were among leading entrepreneurs who received awards at the annual Indo-European Business Forum (IEBF) meet at the House of Lords complex in London. The 2024 IEBF Global Business Meet on Friday, themed as the ‘Viksit Bharat Investment Summit’, was aimed at spotlighting the many business and investment opportunities offered by India's goal of moving towards a developed economy by 2047. "To me, the thing that ties the UK and India together most closely is that we are two countries chasing the future," said Kanishka Narayan, the Welsh Indian Labour MP who recently returned from a visit to India as part of a parliamentary delegation for bilateral exchanges. "As we talk about the Viksit Bharat vision of a developed India to 10x (10 times) its GDP over the course of the period from now until 2047, the government's primary mission here (in the UK) is economic growth... so the interest we have is a deeply shared interest. The symmetry of what we are trying to do is pretty complete," he said. Among those honoured at the event, Ashesh Jani, Co-founder and CEO of Ribbon Plc, named Fintech of the Year for his efforts to "support millions of Indian students and professionals navigating the complexities of international financial systems". Shreeram Iyer collected the Global Firm of the Year award as Chairman and CEO of Prisma.ai for "revolutionising the field of AI-driven visual recognition, providing cutting-edge solutions for image and video analysis". Narnolia, one of India's leading firms in fund management, investment advisory, and investment banking, was awarded the Top Fund Manager of the Decade, while Manish Tiwari was named British Indian of the Year for his promotional efforts within the India-UK corridor through his firm Here and Now 365. "This year's event comes against the backdrop of Prime Ministers Keir Starmer and Narendra Modi announcing the relaunch of Free Trade Agreement (FTA) talks, which IBEF has been engaging with and is hopeful that a deal will be signed by next year," said IEBF Founder Vijay Goel. "The goal of our forum, launched in 2007, is to build on the vision of a 'new strategic partnership' between India and the UK focusing on security, education, technology and climate change and also promote Prime Minister Modi's Viksit Bharat mission across Europe. "Economic partnerships thrive on trust and shared understanding and this annual event is designed to foster that trust across sectors," he said. Also, at the event Karnataka's labour minister Santosh Lad made a special pitch for his state as a prime investment destination with its investor-friendly policies. "Karnataka is a great opportunity because we stand number one in IT; it has great potential, with a ready skill set waiting for you," he said. Hosted by British Indian peer Baroness Sandy Verma, as a key member of the IEBF Advisory Board, the event brought together a range of parliamentarians, diplomats and business chiefs. (This story has not been edited by THE WEEK and is auto-generated from PTI)
With what feels like an endless loop of information coming from all angles at all times, it can be hard to discern what beauty advice you should actually take seriously. One of the industries most affected by this is skin care. At any given moment you can find someone spewing misinformation about sunscreens , an aesthetician revealing a new treatment that you have to try, and a board-certified dermatologist explaining why you shouldn't be using a product that one second ago you swore by. All this is to say: it can be confusing to know who to go to for what when it comes to preserving your skin health — especially in the era of TikTok fame and social media virality. So if you too have often wondered what the difference is between skin-care professionals (especially as it pertains to dermatologists and aestheticians), we asked them for you. As it turns out, the main difference is that dermatologists can perform a host of invasive to non-invasive procedures, while aestheticians are more limited to surface-level enhancements. "Aestheticians can cosmetically enhance the appearance of the epidermis, or outermost layer of the skin, within the scope of practice outlined by their state," aesthetician Ashley White says. "Dermatologists are medical professionals that can legally diagnose abnormalities and prescribe medication to treat specific conditions." To better understand the difference between a dermatologist versus an aesthetician, including which instances you should see one over the other, keep reading. Ashley White is an aesthetician based in Chicago. Tracy Evans MD, MPH , is a board-certified dermatologist, skin cancer specialist, fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon, and the founder of Pacific Skin in San Francisco. Dermatologists vs. Aestheticians The main difference between dermatologists vs. aestheticians is the amount of training required for each field. Allow us to explain more: What Is a Dermatologist? "A dermatologist is a medical doctor who has completed four years of undergraduate school at university or college, four years of medical school, a medical internship, and three years of dermatology residency," dermatologist Tracy Evans MD, MPH, says. "They also take a national board-certified exam." What Is an Aesthetician? Aestheticians on the other hand fall under the umbrella of cosmetology. "Aestheticians complete a cosmetology degree, which is usually one year following high school or college," Dr. Evans says. "They are regulated by the states that they practice in. Some aestheticians can do procedures, such as facials, microblading, microplaning, eyelash extensions, and hair. Some states allow them to do lasers and even injectables, but most do not." When to See a Dermatologist vs. an Aesthetician Though some of the procedures that both specialties have some overlap, there are instances where you should see a dermatologist as opposed to an aesthetician. "For all true skin conditions, you need to be seeing a dermatologist," Dr. Evans says. "This includes everything from eczema, acne, rosacea, psoriasis, skin cancers , mole checks." Additionally, any cosmetic procedures that involve cutting or injecting the skin such as fillers, Botox injections , and lasers should be done by a dermatologist. White agrees, adding: "You should be seeing a dermatologist one to two times a year for skin checks, rashes, nodules, and screenings for early signs of skin cancer." She recommends seeing aestheticians for general topical maintenance, like regular facials, LED or chemical treatments, and extractions. This means you'll likely see an esthetician more often than you do a dermatologist. "Aestheticians can provide certain treatments in-clinic to enhance and/or accelerate results like a more even skin tone and little to no breakouts," White says. "Aestheticians typically provide longer time blocks with their clients so they receive extra attention and support during their skin optimization process." Which Is Better: Dermatologist vs. Aesthetician? While it may seem like you have to choose between the two, you don't. "It's actually beneficial to combine skin care and medicine," White says. "Having multiple providers allows you to maintain healthy skin instead of simply just fixing skin that has already been damaged." Simply put, aestheticians provide services that address the appearance of your skin, while a dermatologist help to address its fitness, a process that may require a bit more of an in-depth dive into your medical history, as well as those more cosmetic treatments like filler or lasers. No social media algorithm or product recommendation will ever accurately address the full picture when it comes to your specific concerns, so whether you can only choose one or are creating team of experts, do always make sure to go to a professional when trying to achieve the skin of your dreams. Ariel Baker is a former assistant editor for PS Beauty. Her areas of expertise include celebrity news, beauty trends, and product reviews. She has additional bylines with Essence and Forbes Vetted.
How the legendary Marta inspires NWSL players while searching for an elusive championship with Orlando PrideThe Minnesota Vikings knew they were in for a heavyweight fight against bitter division rival Green Bay Packers and it has certainly lived up to the hype. After the first quarter, the Vikings trailed the Packers by 3-0 despite forcing a turnover with a Josh Jacobs fumble just five plays into the game. On the ensuing drive, the Vikings had the ball with a chance to take the lead, and quarterback Sam Darnold did just that. Minnesota Vikings accomplish something no other team has this season The Vikings didn't just score a touchdown on the ensuing drive, but it was a 31-yard touchdown pass from Darnold to wide receiver Jalen Nailor . . @jalennailor puts us on top! #Skol : @NFLonFOX pic.twitter.com/wF0p5IGCuq This was a classic cover-2/quarters beater to exploit a split safety look. Wide receiver Justin Jefferson ran a dig route on the backside to have the safety trigger forward and allow Nailor on the backside post to run into open space, which he does very well. The play was also the longest pass through the air against the Packers on the season and the first time a team had hit on a pass play that had traveled at least 30 yards through the air. Per ESPN Research, Sam Darnold's TD strike to Jalen Nailor was the first completion that traveled 30+ yards in the air against the Packers all season. Wow. Before that, opponents were 0-13 with 3 INT on such throws. The Vikings have thrived on explosive play this season, and Darnold has done a great job taking advantage of those plays all season long. Getting one or two more of those explosive plays could end up getting the Vikings the win over the Packers. This article first appeared on A to Z Sports and was syndicated with permission.
