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Save $50 on this PS5 Slim console during Amazon's Big Deal Days. Looking to finally upgrade from your PS4 or have a PlayStation gamer on your holiday gift list? Right now at Amazon, you can save $76 on the PlayStation 5 Slim disc console . This version is the revamped release, with a thinner, less imposing design and 1TB internal SSD. Also: The best Black Friday PlayStation 5 deals 2024 All PlayStation 5 consoles also come with Astro's Playroom pre-installed. And while it's more of a fancy tech demo than a full gaming experience, it's still a fun, additional title to enjoy while you migrate your PS4 digital library or build your PS5 digital games collection. And with the release of Astro Bot , the fully-realized sequel, Astro's Playroom got a few updates including: Extra missions in every level, new collectibles, and the option to buy Astro Bot directly within the game. When will this deal expire? While there isn't a specific expiration countdown for the PS5 Slim console deal, Amazon's Black Friday sale is a limited-time event. And with such a rare markdown, the stock may sell out quickly, so you won't want to wait too long to pick one up. Best VPN services Best robot vacuums and mops The best phones you can buy (and how the iPhone 16 Pro Max compares) The best laptops you can buy: Expert testedU2 bass player Adam Clayton was among those celebrating Irish legends The Blades at the weekend. The sharp-suited trio were honoured with an event in their home suburb of Ringsend hosted by Ringsend and District Historical Society, which marked their first gig at the local CYMS Hall in 1977. As well as local acts performing Blades tunes, the night ended with original members Paul Cleary, Pat Larkin, Joe Donnelly, Johnny Burke and Liam Fagan unveiling a plaque marking The Blades ' debut show. Adam Clayton also popped up on screen, sending best wishes and remembering a series of legendary double headliners The Blades and U2 played at the Baggot Inn together. Adam said: "I have very good memories of 1978 and 1979 when we played together. "You (The Blades) had your vision of how a band could sound - coming from the south of the city and we (U2) had our idea of how a band should sound, coming from the northern suburbs. "I think you guys (The Blades) were further ahead of us. You realised it had to be fun and joyful and up for it. You had this pop-soul sound. "I think it's fantastic, you're being celebrated after all these years". Blades singer Paul Cleary paid tribute to U2 for inviting The Blades to play with them at those historic Baggot Inn gigs. Paul said: "U2 paid for all the A&R men and journalists to come over and The Blades benefitted from the press. "I think U2 wanted us playing because with them because we were professional and it would make them up their game. "Contrary to legend, we never blew U2 off stage. They were the best band in Dublin back then." The sold-out event in Ringsend was curated by acclaimed Ringsend poet Thomas Gregg, who also performed his verse. Also remembered at the event was Paul Cleat's brother 'Lar' Cleary who passed away in Japan in 2018. The group became local heroes with Irish hits including Hot For You, Ghost Of A Chance, The Bride Wore White and Revelations of Heartbreak. In the late seventies, The Blades played a 6-week residency with U2 in the Baggott Inn with the bands swapping headline slots every week as both bands attempted to take their careers to the next level. The Blades play The Academy on Friday, December 13.Adams has 19 as CSU Northridge defeats Denver 89-60
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November is National Family Caregivers Month, when we celebrate these unsung heroes. It is also a time to elevate the voices of America’s 53 million family caregivers, who contribute a staggering $600 billion in unpaid labor to the U.S. economy each year. Unfortunately, the contributions of this essential health care workforce go mostly unrecognized. According to “Caregiving in the U.S. 2020,” a report from the National Alliance for Caregiving and AARP, family caregivers average 24 hours of care weekly, while balancing jobs or struggling with overwhelming medical debt. Unpaid caregivers represent every race, gender, age, income and education level. As a society, we need to recognize the challenges caregivers face and prioritize funding an infrastructure that supports the essential role unpaid caregivers play in our communities. We call on Congress to reauthorize the Older Americans Act, which supports 12 million older adults and 800,000 caregivers each year across the U.S. In Springfield, we call on the governor and the legislature to preserve family caregiver funding for Caregiver Resource Centers and the Illinois Area Agencies on Aging. We need more employers to provide paid family and medical leave benefits, so working caregivers can care for loved ones without incurring financial hardship. We also encourage them to offer training so managers create a more supportive culture for working family caregivers as they juggle many responsibilities. Together, we can change the narrative to improve the lives of family caregivers and their loved ones. Amy Brennan, executive director, Illinois Family Caregiver Coalition Religious objections can go both ways So, some groups have filed a lawsuit opposing the state mandated health care for abortion, arguing that such a requirement has their tax dollars being spent for a procedure to which they have religious objection? Well, I have religious objections to my tax dollars being spent to support school groups, nonprofits, and churches (who don’t pay property/income tax) that preach against abortion, gay marriage, transgender rights, and migrants. Strange how I must protect their beliefs but they have no problem using my tax dollars to go against my beliefs. Peter Felitti, Ravenswood Life won’t be cheap under another Trump presidency The people who voted for Donald Trump thinking it would be good for their pocketbooks are going to be shocked at how much more groceries will cost when there’s no longer anyone to pick their fruits and vegetables, and how much more housing costs will be when builders don’t have enough construction workers. Daniel Welch, Glen Ellyn Collecting trash is cash The discussion of whether or not to raise the sanitation collection fee to Chicago homeowners can be easily justified, given the cost to the city. City Council should make the right decision and increase the fees accordingly. This brings to mind how cheap parking fees were in the city, but the City Council didn’t have the backbone to increase the fees. Instead, they sold the rights for nearly a billion dollars and let a United Arab Emirates company raise the rates and collect the higher fees. Maybe the City Council will sell collecting garbage to a third party for a billion dollars and let that business raise the rates and collect the higher fees? William DeMarco, Rogers Park Mayoral mistakes I wonder how many people are having “voters remorse” after electing Brandon Johnson mayor of Chicago. His latest faux pas is saying he’d attend the funeral of a dead policeman when the family requested he not come. He did change his position . I would guess his advisers asked, “What the heck were you thinking?” Playing politics with the school board, tax increases etc. Through all of it, Johnson comes across as an arrogant ____. You can fill in your own word. Lori Lightfoot must be sitting at home laughing. MJ Smith, Oak Lawn Grieving for Gaza While Israel continues to bomb civilians of Gaza with impunity on a daily basis, while an average of 10 of their children per day suffer amputations of one or both legs, while Israel will not even permit a child of 11 or 12 whose face was partially blown away from being airlifted out of the enclave for medical treatment and while we witness the Biden administration acting wholly complicit with Israel’s assaults from the air along with denial of food and water, how can any level-headed citizen of conscience be expected to react to this apathy and complicity of our government? Grin and bear it — or maybe expect Donald Trump to repair and atone for this insanity? The future, indeed, looks quite bleak from a moral perspective, especially when too many of our citizens remain detached, aloof or even supportive. Sid Kurdis, Hallandale Beach, Florida Cat tale Deepest thanks to Gene Lyons’ for his moving, wonderful tribute to Albert, the coolest cat that ever lived. How lucky you were that Albert shared his interesting and exciting life with you! He indeed was a very special kitty who will remain deep in your heart forever. Liz Clark, UptownF1 expands grid, adds Cadillac brand and new American team for '26Dry weather triggers durian flowering, study reveals
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — What's stoking the Denver Broncos' surprising surge is the growing connection between rookie quarterback Bo Nix and veteran wide receiver Courtland Sutton. Whenever the Broncos (7-5) need a clutch catch, a key flag or a timely touchdown, Sutton is usually the one delivering it like he did Sunday when he caught eight passes on 10 targets for 97 yards and a pair of touchdowns that sparked the Broncos' come-from-behind 29-19 win at Las Vegas. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.
ISLAMABAD/LAHORE: Federal Minister for Planning, Ahsan Iqbal, stated that the path to freedom for Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan lies solely through the judicial process and proving his innocence in court. Speaking at a press conference in Lahore, Iqbal emphasized, “We faced legal cases during the PTI government but never demanded release from the authorities. Everyone must follow due legal processes.” Iqbal criticized Imran Khan’s wife, Bushra Bibi, for avoiding court appearances after securing bail, questioning whether such actions were an attempt to destabilize Pakistan or secure an NRO-like deal. “No martial law exists in the country that would allow pardons by decree,” he added, warning that protests aimed at destabilizing the country were detrimental to national stability. The minister accused the PTI’s founder of trying to “burn the country into the furnace of his ego and vengeance,” particularly in the context of recent unrest in Kurram and Parachinar. Iqbal criticized the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Chief Minister for focusing on Punjab and Islamabad instead of addressing local issues. He also commented on the PTI’s recent protest call to Islamabad, saying, “He wants to win the NRO from foreign forces.” “PTI is not the party of change, but a social media drama lacking any sense of reality,” Iqbal remarked, adding that the party has been a manifestation of an individual’s ego and his lust for power. Meanwhile, PML-N leader Tariq Fazal Chaudhry noted that the PTI’s protest call had ended in failure, claiming, “By creating hardships for people, they are claiming to achieve their objectives.” He also reported that PTI’s local leaders had presented themselves for arrest to avoid participating in the party’s sit-in call, emphasizing that the government will not allow anyone to spread anarchy in the federal capital. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() );City of Prince George and Humane Society Join forces
A bankruptcy judge on Monday delayed a hearing in conspiracy theorist Alex Jones’ effort to stop the satirical news outlet The Onion from buying Infowars, keeping the auction sale up in the air for at least another few weeks. Jones alleges fraud and collusion marred the bankruptcy auction that resulted in The Onion being named the winning bidder over a company affiliated with him. A trustee overseeing the auction denies the allegations and accuses Jones of launching a smear campaign because he didn't like the outcome. U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Christopher Lopez had been scheduled to hear an emergency motion to disqualify The Onion's bid on Monday, but put it off until either Dec. 9 or Dec. 17. That's also when the judge will hear arguments on the trustee's request to approve the sale of Infowars to The Onion. Lopez said it made sense to have one hearing on both requests. “I want a fair and transparent process and let’s just see where the process goes," Lopez said. Lopez could ultimately allow The Onion to move forward with its purchase, order a new auction or name the other bidder as the winner. At stake is whether Jones gets to stay at Infowars’ studio in Austin, Texas, under a new owner friendly to him, or whether he gets kicked out by The Onion. The other bidder, First United American Companies, runs a website in Jones’ name that sells nutritional supplements. Jones continues to broadcast his show from the Infowars studio, but he has set up a new location, websites and social media accounts as a precaution. The trustee shut down the Austin studio and Infowars' websites for about 24 hours last week after The Onion was announced as the winning bidder, but allowed them to resume the next day, drawing more complaints from Jones. Jones declared bankruptcy and liquidated his assets after he was ordered to pay nearly $1.5 billion to relatives of victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting in Newtown, Connecticut. He was ordered to pay damages for defamation and emotional distress in lawsuits in Connecticut and Texas after he repeatedly said the 2012 shooting that killed 20 first graders and six educators was a hoax staged by actors to increase gun control. Proceeds from the liquidation are to go to Jones’ creditors, including the Sandy Hook families who sued him. Last year, Lopez ruled that $1.1 billion of the Sandy Hook judgments could not be discharged in the bankruptcy. On Monday, he denied a request from Sandy Hook families to make the full $1.5 billion not dischargeable, meaning the debt cannot be wiped clean. Also Monday, lawyers for the social media platform X objected to any sale of the accounts of both Jones and Infowars, saying X is the owner of the accounts and it has not given consent for them to be sold or transferred. Jones' personal X account, with 3.3 million followers, was not part of the auction, but Lopez will be deciding if it should be included in the liquidation. Jones has praised X owner Elon Musk on his show and suggested that Musk should buy Infowars. Musk has not responded publicly to that suggestion and was not among the bidders. Jones was permanently banned from Twitter in 2018 for abusive behavior, but Musk restored Jones’ account on the platform he has since renamed X in December last year. Jones alleges The Onion’s bid was the result of fraud and collusion involving many of the Sandy Hook families, the humor site and the court-appointed trustee. First United American Companies submitted a $3.5 million sealed bid, while The Onion offered $1.75 million in cash. But The Onion's bid also included a pledge by Sandy Hook families to forgo some or all of the auction proceeds due to them to give other creditors a total of $100,000 more than they would receive under other bids. The trustee, Christopher Murray, said that made The Onion's proposal better for creditors and he named it the winning bid. Jones and First United American Companies claimed that the bid violated Lopez’s rules for the auction by including multiple entities and lacking a valid dollar amount. Jones also alleged Murray improperly canceled an expected round of live bidding and only selected from among the two sealed bids that were submitted. Jones called the auction “rigged” and a “fraud” on his show, which airs on the Infowars website, radio stations and Jones' X account. He filed a counter lawsuit last week against Murray, The Onion's parent company and the Sandy Hook families in the bankruptcy court. In a court filing on Sunday, Murray called the allegations a “desperate attempt” to delay the sale of Infowars to The Onion and accused Jones, his lawyers and attorneys for First United American Companies of a “vicious smear campaign lobbing patently false accusations.” He also alleged Jones collaborated with First United American Companies to try to buy Infowars. Lopez’s September order on the auction procedures made a live bidding round optional. And it gave broad authority to Murray to conduct the sale, including the power to reject any bid, no matter how high, that was “contrary to the best interests” of Jones, his company and their creditors. The assets of Infowars' parent company, Free Speech Systems, that were up for sale included the Austin studio, Infowars' video archive, video production equipment, product trademarks, and Infowars' websites and social media accounts. Another auction of remaining assets is set for Dec. 10. Jones is appealing the $1.5 billion in judgments citing free speech rights, but has acknowledged that the school shooting happened . Many of Jones’ personal assets, including real estate, guns and other belongings, also are being sold as part of the bankruptcy. Documents filed in court this year say Jones had about $9 million in personal assets, while Free Speech Systems had about $6 million in cash and more than $1 million worth of inventory. Dave Collins, The Associated Press
BOISE, Idaho, Nov. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Micron Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: MU) announced today that it will hold its fiscal first quarter earnings conference call on Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2024, at 2:30 p.m. Mountain time. The call will be webcast live at http://investors.micron.com/ . Webcast replays of presentations can be accessed from Micron’s Investor Relations website for approximately one year after the call. About Micron Technology, Inc. We are an industry leader in innovative memory and storage solutions transforming how the world uses information to enrich life for all . With a relentless focus on our customers, technology leadership, and manufacturing and operational excellence, Micron delivers a rich portfolio of high-performance DRAM, NAND and NOR memory and storage products through our Micron® and Crucial® brands. Every day, the innovations that our people create fuel the data economy, enabling advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and compute-intensive applications that unleash opportunities — from the data center to the intelligent edge and across the client and mobile user experience. To learn more about Micron Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: MU), visit micron.com . © 2024 Micron Technology, Inc. All rights reserved. Information, products, and/or specifications are subject to change without notice. Micron, the Micron logo, and all other Micron trademarks are the property of Micron Technology, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Micron Media Relations Contact Erica Rodriguez Pompen Micron Technology, Inc. +1 (408) 834-1873 epompen@micron.com Micron Investor Relations Contact Satya Kumar Micron Technology, Inc. +1 (408) 450-6199 satyakumar@micron.comRuben Amorim's first Man United task was to reshape their leaky defence but he's made it even worse - the fragilities that plagued Erik ten Hag are still apparent, writes CHRIS WHEELER Ruben Amorim has set about establishing his philosophy at Manchester United But the club's defence has only become more vulnerable since he took over LISTEN NOW: It's All Kicking Off! Are Tottenham managers treated differently to other managers? By CHRIS WHEELER Published: 22:30 GMT, 23 December 2024 | Updated: 22:45 GMT, 23 December 2024 e-mail View comments As Ruben Amorim spoke to the media after Manchester United were humbled at home by Bournemouth on Sunday, water began to drip from the roof of the auditorium at Old Trafford. Leaks are appearing just about everywhere at United these days, whether it is the stadium, Amorim’s team selections or, most worryingly of all, his defence. If there was a sense of deja vu about Bournemouth winning here 3-0 before Christmas again, the sight of United conceding the first goal from another set-piece felt even more familiar. Only Wolves have a worse record than United, who have conceded nine goals from free-kicks or corners in the league this season and 17 times in total in 2024. That is a club record and there are still two more games to go — against Wolves at Molineux on Boxing Day and at home to Newcastle on December 30. Perhaps most worrying of all for United is that their defensive problems have only got worse under new head coach Ruben Amorim, who has insisted on playing a back three since taking over in November. Amorim has the highest ratio of goals (and set-piece goals) conceded per game of any United boss in the Premier League era. Ruben Amorim efforts to shore up Man United's defence have so far proved unsuccessful United currently have the second-worst defensive record in the league, behind only Wolves The club's weaknesses defending set pieces were once again laid bare in their defeat by Bournemouth In Amorim’s defence, he was parachuted in mid-season to improve a situation that was not of his making, using players he hasn’t signed. United’s most expensive summer buy, £59million Leny Yoro, has only recently recovered from a broken metatarsal, Tyrell Malacia is working his way back from an 18-month lay-off, Luke Shaw and Victor Lindelof have both broken down on their comebacks, Harry Maguire was out of action for nearly two months and Matthijs de Ligt has missed the defeats by Spurs and Bournemouth through illness. But the teething problems experienced under Amorim, and the frailties at the back, are starting to cause concern as United suffer the embarrassment of being in the bottom half of the table at Christmas for the first time in 35 years. Indeed, 13th position after six league games — and three defeats — under the Portuguese is only one place better off than when Erik ten Hag was sacked in October. This is no longer simply a bad start. The Newcastle game will mark the halfway point of the season as United struggle to avoid dropping even lower than last season when Ten Hag’s eighth-place finish was United’s worst in the Premier League era. Ten Hag’s side had a goal difference of minus one and United are in the same situation now, having struggled to score at one end and keep them out at the other. Amorim senses a nervousness when they play out from the back, and a fragility that saw both Spurs and Bournemouth score goals in quick succession — an issue that also plagued Ten Hag. ‘Two goals very quickly, like against Tottenham,’ he said. ‘You want to respond but you cannot do it because you suffer another goal, and then we suffer until the end of the game. It’s one of our focuses to maintain the calm when you concede a goal.’ Amorim's No 2 Carlos Fernandes has been tasked with finding a solution to their vulnerabilities United's backline have also suffered with injuries, and only recently welcomed summer signing Leny Yoro back into the fold Set-pieces have become a particular worry with United conceding a league-high 41 per cent from them this season. Amorim has taken away the responsibility for set-pieces from first-team coach Andreas Georgson, who was brought in by Ten Hag in the summer, and given it to his No 2 Carlos Fernandes. Read More Man United boss Ruben Amorim questions advice given to Marcus Rashford At every corner or free-kick, both attacking and defending, Amorim and Fernandes will swap places in the technical area like clockwork, as if they were two figures in a weather house. But the situation has only got worse with United conceding five goals from set-pieces in Amorim’s six games at a rate of 0.83. Across all competitions, set-pieces have led to goals seven times in six games. As with every game under the new Portuguese coaching team, United’s players crowded into the penalty box during the warm-up on Sunday and practised defending Bruno Fernandes’s set-pieces. Yet United held out for less than half an hour as young Bournemouth defender Dean Huijsen rose to head in from Ryan Christie’s free-kick. It doesn’t help that Amorim has rotated his line-up, and back three, to try to keep players fresh and get his ideas across — or that United aren’t blessed with a great deal of height when Yoro or Maguire don’t play. ‘All the areas are of concern, especially set-pieces,’ admitted Amorim. ‘We are training on that and we have to improve. There’s a lot of teams that are really strong on it, so we’re working on it a lot. We don’t have much time to explain but we’ll try. ‘Nothing bad lasts forever and nothing good lasts forever, so we must be very strong in our ideas — especially in the bad moments.’ Manchester United Ruben Amorim Share or comment on this article: Ruben Amorim's first Man United task was to reshape their leaky defence but he's made it even worse - the fragilities that plagued Erik ten Hag are still apparent, writes CHRIS WHEELER e-mail Add comment
Three Fresno State football seniors were named to the All-Mountain West Conference first team Tuesday: wide receiver Mac Dalena, linebacker Tuasivi Nomura, and cornerback Cam Lockridge. Mountain West coaches and a media panel made the selections. Check out the All-MW second team and honorable mention choices . Related Story: Dalena Exceeds Expectations Dalena ranked fourth in the conference in receiving with 58 receptions for 947 yards with eight touchdowns. He’s been a Bulldog his whole career. Coming into the year, he was a preseason conference selection for the third and fourth teams, so his performance exceeded expectations. Related Story: Nomura Follows in Walker’s Footsteps Nomura, a transfer from USC, finished sixth in the MW for tackles with 97. He’s Fresno State’s first first-team linebacker since Mykal Walker in 2019. Related Story: Lockridge Shines Despite Limited Play Lockridge was not only one of the best cornerbacks in the conference but in the FBS as well while playing nine games. He’s No. 1 (MW) & No. 6 (FBS) in passes defended (7 passes broken up); No. 1 (MW) & No. 2 (FBS) in interceptions (5); and No. 6 in fumbles recovered. The potential first-round draft pick is the first Bulldog cornerback selected All-MW first team since Tank Kelly in 2018. Boise State and UNLV Dominate Individual Honors Boise State and UNLV, which are in the conference championship game on Friday, took home the big individual honors. Offensive Player of the Year went to Boise State junior running back and Heisman hopeful Ashton Jeanty. Broncos head coach Spencer Danielson received the Coach of the Year award. UNLV senior linebacker Jackson Woodard is the Defensive Player of the Year. Teammate Ricky White III, a junior wide receiver, is the Special Teams Player of the Year and Rebels freshman placekicker Caden Chittenden is the Freshman of the Year. Fresno State awaits its bowl game destination with the announcement taking place on Dec. 8.
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Dan Kemp put Boro in front on 89 minutes before Jamie Reid sealed the 2-0 win in stoppage time, a first league success at home for Boro since October 1. And the lateness of the goals was made sweeter by the fact the hosts had dominated possession throughout, helped by the 28th dismissal of Tom Eaves for two yellow cards. Banfield, who was doing the post-match press duties because Stevenage manager Alex Revell had been issued a straight red card during the half-time break, said: “Our hearts were in our mouths but I think we deserved the victory. "I think we’ve shown in the last two games that some of our football has been outstanding. "The players work hard and they got their just rewards. “It’s always difficult to work against a well-organised team, and they were very well-organised. But you have to be patient and you have to move them around. “In the end we got our chances and we took them. It was a great win in the end.” Cobblers boss Jon Brady cut a frustrated figure after seeing his side slip into the bottom four with the defeat. He said: "It just sums us up at the moment. Injuries, red cards, and trying to fight your way through games. “Tom has been really naive. He knows he’s on a booking and he shouldn’t go in for that second one. We’ve given ourselves a mountain to climb thereafter for 62 minutes. “For probably 58 minutes of that the boys were brilliant and the effort they gave, and the organisation, was incredible. “It was just a lapse of concentration to concede, then obviously they got the second because we’re trying to go for it. It was a really tough evening. “It’s just difficult because you’ve got to set yourselves up in a block and defend for your lives. “You know you’re going to suffer with the injuries we’ve got. We’ve constantly got 11 to 13 out. "It’s hugely difficult but all I can do is praise the players who are playing at the moment as their effort and application as a 10-man side was unbelievable. “The resolve has to be strong and it was strong, but we’re suffering. For various reasons we’ve slipped down but there are 28 games to go and we have to remain positive.”Israel cracks down on Palestinian citizens who speak out against the war in Gaza UMM AL-FAHM, Israel (AP) — In the year since the war in Gaza broke out, Israel's government has been cracking down on dissent among its Palestinian citizens. Authorities have charged Palestinians with “supporting terrorism” because of posts online or for demonstrating against the war. Activists and rights watchdogs say Palestinians have also lost jobs, been suspended from schools and faced police interrogations. Palestinians make up about 20% of Israel's population. Many feel forced to self-censor out of fear of being jailed and further marginalized in society. Others still find ways to dissent, but carefully. Israel's National Security Ministry counters that, “Freedom of speech is not the freedom to incite.” Israel says rabbi who went missing in the UAE was killed TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israel says the body of an Israeli-Moldovan rabbi who went missing in the United Arab Emirates has been found, citing Emirati authorities. The statement from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office on Sunday said Zvi Kogan was killed, calling it a “heinous antisemitic terror incident.” It said: “The state of Israel will act with all means to seek justice with the criminals responsible for his death." Kogan went missing on Thursday, and there were suspicions he had been kidnapped. His disappearance comes as Iran has been threatening to retaliate against Israel after the two countries traded fire in October. Israeli strike kills Lebanese soldier and wounds 18 as Hezbollah fires rockets at Israel BEIRUT (AP) — An Israeli strike on a Lebanese army center has killed one soldier and wounded 18 others. The Hezbollah militant group meanwhile fired around 160 rockets and other projectiles into northern and central Israel on Sunday, wounding at least five people. Israeli strikes have killed over 40 Lebanese troops since the start of the war between Israel and Hezbollah, even as Lebanon's military has largely kept to the sidelines. The Israeli military expressed regret over the strike, saying it occurred in an area of ongoing combat operations against Hezbollah. It said it does not target the Lebanese armed forces and that the strike is under review. The rising price of paying the national debt is a risk for Trump's promises on growth and inflation WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump has big plans for the economy. He also has big debt problem that'll be a hurdle to delivering on those plan. Trump has bold ambitions on tax cuts, tariffs and other programs. But high interest rates and the price of repaying the federal government’s existing debt could limit what he’s able to do. The federal debt stands at roughly $36 trillion, and the spike in inflation after the pandemic has pushed up the government’s borrowing costs such that debt service next year will easily exceed spending on national security. After Trump's Project 2025 denials, he is tapping its authors and influencers for key roles WASHINGTON (AP) — During the campaign, President-elect Donald Trump had hailed what would become Project 2025 as a conservative roadmap for “exactly what our movement will do." Trump pulled an about-face when Project 2025 became a political liability. He denied knowing anything about the “ridiculous and abysmal” plans, even though some were written by his former aides and many allies. Now, after winning the 2024 election, Trump is stocking his second administration with key players in the effort he temporarily shunned. Trump has tapped Russell Vought for an encore as director of the Office of Management and Budget; Tom Homan, his former immigration chief, as “border czar;” and immigration hardliner Stephen Miller as deputy chief of policy. Forecasts warn of possible winter storms across US during Thanksgiving week WINDSOR, Calif. (AP) — Forecasters in the U.S. have warned of another round of winter weather that could complicate travel leading up to Thanksgiving. California is bracing for more snow and rain this weekend while still grappling with some flooding and small landslides from a previous storm. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for California's Sierra Nevada through Tuesday, with heavy snow expected at high elevations. Thousands remained without power in the Seattle area on Saturday after a “bomb cyclone” storm system hit the West Coast earlier in the week, killing two people. Parts of the Northeast and Appalachia also began the weekend with heavy precipitation. Pakistan partially stops mobile and internet services ahead of pro-Imran Khan protest ISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistan has suspended mobile and internet services “in areas with security concerns” as supporters of imprisoned former premier Imran Khan gear up for a protest in the capital. The government and Interior Ministry made the announcement on X, which is banned in Pakistan. Sunday's protest is to demand Khan's release. He has been in prison for more than a year but remains popular. His supporters rely heavily on social media and messaging apps to coordinate with each other. Pakistan has already sealed off Islamabad and shut down major roads and highways connecting the city with Khan's power bases. Here's what to know about the new funding deal that countries agreed to at UN climate talks BAKU, Azerbaijan (AP) — In the wee hours Sunday at the United Nations climate talks, countries from around the world reached an agreement on how rich countries can cough up the funds to support poor countries in the face of climate change. But it’s a far-from-perfect arrangement, with many parties still unsatisfied but hopeful that the deal will be a step in the right direction. Japan holds Sado mines memorial despite South Korean boycott amid lingering historical tensions SADO, Japan (AP) — Japan has held a memorial ceremony near the Sado Island Gold Mines despite a last-minute boycott of the event by South Korea that highlighted tensions between the neighbors over the brutal wartime use of Korean laborers. South Korea’s absence at Sunday’s memorial, to which Seoul government officials and Korean victims’ families were invited, is a major setback in the rapidly improving ties between the countries. The Sado mines were listed in July as a UNESCO World Heritage Site after Japan moved past years of disputes with South Korea and reluctantly acknowledged the mines’ dark history. Chuck Woolery, smooth-talking game show host of 'Love Connection' and 'Scrabble,' dies at 83 NEW YORK (AP) — Chuck Woolery, the affable, smooth-talking game show host of “Wheel of Fortune,” “Love Connection” and “Scrabble” who later became a right-wing podcaster, skewering liberals and accusing the government of lying about COVID-19, has died. He was 83. Mark Young, Woolery’s podcast co-host and friend, said in an email early Sunday that Woolery died at his home in Texas with his wife, Kristen, present. Woolery, with his matinee idol looks, coiffed hair and ease with witty banter, was inducted into the American TV Game Show Hall of Fame in 2007 and earned a daytime Emmy nomination in 1978. He teamed up with Young for the podcast “Blunt Force Truth” and became a full supporter Donald Trump.Patrick Mahomes ' wallet is taking a hit after the football star's recent gesture during a moment of celebration in the Kansas City Chiefs game against the Buffalo Bills was deemed "violent." During the football game on Sunday, Nov. 17, Mahomes threw a successful touchdown pass and took a second to celebrate, holding his first and middle fingers together and pointing them away from him. To some, Mahomes' gesture could have been interpreted to be emulating guns, although it's not clear what Mahomes' intention was. 🤩 📺 SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter & get the scoop on the latest TV news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox 🤩 🎥 Either way, the NFL was not a fan, with sports journalist Tom Pelissero sharing a clip of the moment and writing, "The NFL fined #Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes $14,069 for unsportsmanlike conduct (violent gesture) as he celebrated a touchdown pass last week in Buffalo." The news was also reported by CBS Sports . The NFL fined #Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes $14,069 for unsportsmanlike conduct (violent gesture) as he celebrated a touchdown pass last week in Buffalo ... pic.twitter.com/dXgnmYJSYp Reactions to the call were generally negative, with those who disagreed with Mahomes' fine saying things like, "He’s literally pointing?" "So he was fined for striking a pose? Got it," and "I thought it was a bow and arrow. Chiefs hello." "I'm not even sure what the 'violent gesture' is supposed to be. It looks like a cross between two finger guns and the drawing back of a bow string," wrote another fan. Even people who aren't fans of the Chiefs questioned the serious call, with one declaring, "Let them celebrate however they want!" There were also some people who agreed with the call, voicing their support on social media. Last season, Mahomes faced a larger fine of $50,000 for "verbally abusing" game officials, while his coach Andy Reid earned a fine of $100,000 for publicly criticizing the officials ruling on the game. Next: Patrick Mahomes Speaks Out Following Backlash Over Wife Brittany’s Controversy With Taylor Swift and Donald Trump
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Stockhead Don't miss out on the headlines from Stockhead. Followed categories will be added to My News. Three key megatrends are set to shape the 2025 investment scene Geopolitical tensions and defence spending rise Energy demand surges and AI is influencing markets For investors aiming to get a head start in 2025, understanding the key 'megatrends' that will shape the global economy is crucial. According to deVere Group, one of the world’s largest independent advisory and asset management firms, three key megatrends are set to dominate the investment landscape in 2025: Escalating global conflict, surging energy demand, and the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI). Here’s how these powerful forces could affect markets and how Aussie investors can position themselves to benefit. Geopolitical conflict Geopolitical tensions are on the rise around the world. Europe remains destabilised by ongoing conflicts, the Middle East is grappling with renewed unrest, and East Asia is facing increased territorial disputes. This growing instability is having a profound effect on global markets. As Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group, explained: “Conflict, unfortunately, continues to be a driving force in global markets. According to the Institute for Economics & Peace, the global conflict index is at its highest point since World War II, with over 50 active armed conflicts globally. “The financial ramifications of these tensions are profound.” The result of this increasing conflict is a significant rise in defence spending. For example, the US is projected to exceed US$1 trillion in defence spending in 2025, a figure that is expected to boost investments in advanced military technologies, missile systems, and cybersecurity. “Defence budgets are ballooning... and investments are flowing into advanced military technologies, missile systems and cybersecurity – areas that are critical for national security. “As AI-driven threats rise, companies providing digital defences will be major beneficiaries. “Investors should be looking at how geopolitical risk can actually create long-term opportunities in this space.” Surging energy demand Energy consumption is reaching unprecedented levels, driven by several key factors: global economic growth, the electrification of transport, and the rise of AI. One surprising beneficiary of this surge is nuclear energy, which is undergoing a renaissance despite previous concerns. “The energy transition is at a critical juncture. Investors need to think beyond the traditional green-versus-fossil-fuel narrative,” said Green. Nuclear energy has seen a resurgence, with many older plants being refurbished and new projects slowly progressing despite regulatory delays. Often overlooked, it is now a crucial part of the energy mix. Companies with existing nuclear infrastructure are poised for substantial growth, he added. This signals a promising future for companies with established nuclear infrastructure. Also, offshore oil and gas exploration has picked up again, demonstrating that traditional energy sources still play a vital role in meeting global demand. “Offshore oil and gas exploration is experiencing a revival, signalling confidence in long-term profitability.” Artificial intelligence AI continues to reshape industries worldwide, and its influence is expected to accelerate in 2025, said Green. From automating tasks to transforming business models, AI is not just a passing trend – it’s an essential component of future economic growth. “The companies building the infrastructure to support AI’s expansion will drive the next phase of market gains,” noted Green. “This is a long-term play, and investors who position themselves now will benefit immensely. "While there is always talk of bubbles, the reality is that AI’s transformative potential is only beginning to unfold.” One of the key drivers of AI’s growth is the massive increase in capital expenditure on infrastructure. Tech giants and emerging players are investing heavily in data centres, cloud computing, and hardware to support AI’s rapid development. As more businesses integrate AI into their operations, the companies providing this essential infrastructure stand to see enormous growth. Read more here: Why AI should be on the radar of every investor “2025 will be a year of complexity and opportunity,” Green said. "We expect that conflict, energy, and AI are the investment megatrends that will define 2025." "Now is the time to act.” The views, information, or opinions expressed in this article are solely those of the interviewee and do not represent the views of Stockhead. Stockhead has not provided, endorsed or otherwise assumed responsibility for any financial product advice contained in this article. Originally published as Three key megatrends that could shape investing in 2025 More related stories Stockhead 2025’s hottest resources stocks: Pt 2 In the second part of our end-of-year special, seven more fundies and analysts give their commodity and resources stock picks for 2025. Read more Stockhead 2025’s hottest resources stocks: Pt 1 In the first part of our end-of-year special, seven fundies and analysts give their commodity and resources stock picks for 2025. Read moreAfter rough start under coach Mike Macdonald, the Seahawks' defense has become a strength SEATTLE (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks rode their dominant defense to a big win over a division rival to vault into first place in the NFC West. No, it isn’t 2013. Shane Lantz, The Associated Press Nov 25, 2024 2:53 PM Nov 25, 2024 3:05 PM Share by Email Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Print Share via Text Message Seattle Seahawks defensive end Leonard Williams (99) celebrates a sack with Dre'Mont Jones (55) and linebacker Derick Hall (58) during the second half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear) SEATTLE (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks rode their dominant defense to a big win over a division rival to vault into first place in the NFC West. No, it isn’t 2013. These are the 2024 Seahawks, who, after struggling mightily against the run earlier this season, held the visiting Arizona Cardinals to 49 rushing yards in Sunday's 16-6 victory . The defensive line kept Kyler Murray under consistent pressure thanks to a dominant performance from Leonard Williams, the secondary flew around to smack away passes, and safety Coby Bryant scored on a 69-yard pick-6. Sunday's defensive performance was reminiscent of the Seahawks of a decade ago and a promising sign that first-year coach Mike Macdonald’s system is starting to click. Macdonald, who coordinated Baltimore's NFL-best defense last year, was leading one of the worst rush defenses in the league earlier this season. But Seattle consistently stuffed the Cardinals, who came in as the fifth-best running team in the league at 149.4 yards per game. “Three games in a row now we played pretty decent on defense,” Macdonald said. “There is an expectation and standard here throughout the course of our Seahawks history that we’re trying to live up to and build on. So that’s the idea.” At 6-5, the Seahawks drew even with the Cardinals in the tightly bunched division. The teams play each other again in two weeks at Arizona. What’s working Last month's trade for linebacker Ernest Jones IV has clearly paid off. Seattle hasn't allowed a running back to rush for more than 79 yards since its Week 8 loss to Buffalo, which was Jones' first game in a Seahawks uniform. He has led the team in tackles in every game he's played and has helped resurrect the run defense. What needs help The Seahawks' run game continues to underperform. Seattle got 65 yards on the ground Sunday, with the Cardinals holding Kenneth Walker III to 41 yards on 16 attempts. Zach Charbonnet had 22 yards on six carries. Walker hasn’t topped 100 yards since Week 1. Offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb needs to think of something different to get the running backs involved. Stock up Williams single-handedly disrupted the Cardinals with 2 1/2 sacks, four quarterback hits, three tackles for loss and one pass defensed. “I thought he was dominant,” Macdonald said. “I knew he played great and then I looked at the stat line and he played out of his mind.” The Seahawks finished with five sacks, seven quarterback hits, five tackles for loss and six pass deflections against the Cardinals, shutting down a team that had averaged 29.3 points over its previous three games. Stock down Geno Smith finished with 254 yards passing and a touchdown, but he threw another momentum-stalling interception. Smith was picked off on a third-and-6 play on the Arizona 18-yard line at the start of the fourth quarter, ending an 11-play, 73-yard drive. Smith has an NFL-most 12 interceptions this season, more than in either of his previous two seasons as the Seahawks' full-time starter. “That was a huge drive for us. ... Obviously made a terrible mistake down there, something I got to clean up,” Smith said. “But it was a big drive. We wanted to put the game ahead at least two scores.” The offensive line has contributed to the problem. Guard Anthony Bradford left with an ankle injury, and the line struggled to protect Smith, who was sacked five times. Injuries Macdonald said Bradford is expected to miss next week's game. Key number 77 — Jaxon Smith-Njigba led the team with six catches for 77 yards and a touchdown, marking the fourth consecutive game that Smith-Njigba has led the team in receptions. He topped 100 yards receiving in the previous two games. “He’s getting open,” Smith said. “He’s catching the ball. He’s doing a great job in the screen game. All-around great player. I just think the way that teams are playing us coverage-wise, I feel like it’s the ultimate sign of respect.” Up next The Seahawks play at the struggling New York Jets on Sunday. ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl Shane Lantz, The Associated Press See a typo/mistake? Have a story/tip? 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