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RICHMOND, Va. , Nov. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Corporation (NYSE:UVV) ("Universal" or the "Company"), a global business-to-business agriproducts company, today announced that, as expected, on November 19, 2024 , it received a notice (the "NYSE Notice") from the New York Stock Exchange (the "NYSE") that the Company is not in compliance with Section 802.01E of the NYSE Listed Company Manual as a result of its failure to timely file its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2024 (the "Form 10-Q") with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") prior to November 18, 2024 , the end of the extension period provided by Rule 12b -25 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. The NYSE Notice has no immediate effect on the listing of the Company's common stock on the NYSE. The NYSE Notice informed the Company that, under NYSE rules, the Company has six months from November 18, 2024 , to regain compliance with the NYSE listing standards by filing the Form 10-Q with the SEC. If the Company fails to file the Form 10-Q within the six-month period, the NYSE may grant, in its sole discretion, an extension of up to six additional months for the Company to regain compliance, depending on the specific circumstances. The NYSE Notice also noted that the NYSE may nevertheless, in its own discretion, commence delisting proceedings at any time during such period. As previously disclosed in the Company's Notification of Late Filing on Form 12b-25, filed on November 12, 2024 (the "Form 12b-25") with the SEC, the Company was unable to file the Form 10-Q on a timely basis due to an ongoing internal investigation. As a result of the additional time required to complete its internal investigation, the process of finalizing financial statements for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025 could not be completed on a timely basis. The Company is committed to completing a deliberate, thorough investigation while diligently working to fulfill all reporting obligations and currently expects to file the Form 10-Q within the six-month period granted by the NYSE Notice; however, there can be no assurance that the Form 10-Q will be filed within such period. About Universal Corporation Universal Corporation (NYSE: UVV) is a global agricultural company with over 100 years of experience supplying products and innovative solutions to meet our customers' evolving needs and precise specifications. Through our diverse network of farmers and partners across more than 30 countries on five continents, we are a trusted provider of high-quality, traceable products. We leverage our extensive supply chain expertise, global reach, integrated processing capabilities, and commitment to sustainability to provide a range of products and services designed to drive efficiency and deliver value to our customers. For more information, visit www.universalcorp.com . CAUTIONARY STATEMENTS REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION This release includes "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Among other things, these statements include statements regarding expectations about the Company's filing of its Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2024 . These forward-looking statements are generally identified by the use of words such as we "expect," "believe," "anticipate," "could," "should," "may," "plan," "will," "predict," "estimate," and similar expressions or words of similar import. These forward-looking statements are based upon management's current knowledge and assumptions about future events and involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results, performance, or achievements to be materially different from any anticipated results, prospects, performance, or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the uncertainty of the ultimate findings of the ongoing internal investigation, as well as the timing of its completion and costs and expenses arising out of the ongoing internal investigation process and its results; the impact of the ongoing internal investigation on us, our management and operations, including financial impact as well as any litigation or regulatory action that may arise from the ongoing internal investigation; the impact of the internal investigation on our conclusions regarding the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting and our disclosure controls and procedures; our ability to regain compliance with NYSE listing requirements; success in pursuing strategic investments or acquisitions and integration of new businesses and the impact of these new businesses on future results; product purchased not meeting quality and quantity requirements; our reliance on a few large customers; our ability to maintain effective information technology systems and safeguard confidential information; anticipated levels of demand for and supply of our products and services; costs incurred in providing these products and services including increased transportation costs and delays attributed to global supply chain challenges; timing of shipments to customers; higher inflation rates; changes in market structure; government regulation and other stakeholder expectations; economic and political conditions in the countries in which we and our customers operate, including the ongoing impacts from international conflicts; product taxation; industry consolidation and evolution; changes in exchange rates and interest rates; impacts of regulation and litigation on its customers; industry-specific risks related to its plant-based ingredient businesses; exposure to certain regulatory and financial risks related to climate change; changes in estimates and assumptions underlying our critical accounting policies; the promulgation and adoption of new accounting standards, new government regulations and interpretation of existing standards and regulations; and general economic, political, market, and weather conditions. Actual results, therefore, could vary from those expected. Please also refer to such other factors as discussed in Part I, Item 1A. "Risk Factors" of Universal's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024 , and related disclosures in other filings which have been filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and are available on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov . All risk factors and uncertainties described herein and therein should be considered in evaluating forward-looking statements, and all of the forward-looking statements are expressly qualified by the cautionary statements contained or referred to herein and therein. Universal cautions investors not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements as these statements speak only as of the date when made, and it undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements made, except as required by law. 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Salman Khan (born on December 27, 1965) celebrates his 59th birthday today. Known as the Bhaijaan of Bollywood, Salman began his acting career with a supporting role in Biwi Ho To Aisi (1988). The following year, he landed his first leading role in the romantic blockbuster Maine Pyar Kiya (1989), which catapulted him to stardom and earned him the title of Bollywood's heartthrob. On his special day, if you're a true fan of this iconic actor, here’s a collection of the best HD birthday wishes and greetings to celebrate his legacy. Salman Khan Birthday: From ‘Mere Rang Mein Rangne Wali’ to ‘Jaanam Samjha Karo’, Hit Songs of Bollywood’s Heartthrob That Continue to Rule Fans’ Playlists! Download Salman Khan HD Birthday Messages From heartfelt messages to simple birthday greetings, we've got you covered. You can easily download these beautifully written wishes and share them on social media. Trust us, these Salman Khan birthday messages are the best and will definitely help you stand out. Check out the HD birthday wishes and texts for Salman Khan we've curated just for you! Happy 59th Birthday to Bollywood’s Bhaijaan! Happy Birthday Salman Khan Images and HD Wallpapers for Free Download, Photos and Pictures to Share on WhatsApp . Meanwhile, on the professional front, Salman Khan was recently seen making a cameo appearance in Varun Dhawan’s Baby John . Fans can look forward to seeing him in a lead role soon in Sikandar . (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Dec 27, 2024 12:10 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com ).Georgetown is set to play its first road game of the season while West Virginia attempts to build off its successful 2-1 trip to the Bahamas when the former conference rivals meet on Friday in Morgantown, W. Va., as part of the Big 12-Big East Battle. Picked 13th out of 16 in the Big 12 preseason coaches' poll, West Virginia (5-2) has been riding the hot shooting of Javon Small and Tucker DeVries. Small averages a team-high 19 points and shoots 41.3 percent on 3-pointers while DeVries adds 14.9 points per game and hits on 46.9 percent of his threes. Every basket was needed last week as the Mountaineers upset then-No. 3 Gonzaga and then-No. 24 Arizona with a loss to Louisville sandwiched in between. All three contests went into overtime, believed to be a first in program history. First-year coach Darian DeVries, who led Drake to three NCAA Tournaments in the last four seasons, had never seen anything like it. "I've never been a part of three games like that, especially with the quality of opponents that we went up these last three days," he said after the Arizona win. "Just incredible resolve and grit and toughness from our group all three nights." Georgetown has started 7-1 for the first time since the 2018-19 season and has done so with a completely revamped roster that includes 14 freshmen or sophomores. As a result of an inexperienced squad, coach Ed Cooley specifically delayed the Hoyas' first trip out of the nation's capital. "Obviously, the competition is going to change," Cooley said after the Hoyas defeated UMBC 86-62 on Monday. "We systematically scheduled this way to build confidence, continuity and chemistry and let our players feel what it is to win, and that's something hopefully that will have some carryover as we now get ready to head out on the road for the first time." Since losing to Notre Dame on Nov. 16, Georgetown has won five straight games by an average of 25.2 points. Thomas Sorber leads the Hoyas in scoring at 15.8 points per game and leads the conference in rebounding at 8.9 per game. Sorber was named as the Big East Freshman of the Week for the third time in four weeks. Georgetown holds the narrowest of leads in the all-time series at 27-26. The two schools met 27 times between 1995 and 2012 as league foes. The Mountaineers captured their lone Big East Championship in 2010 by defeating the Hoyas 60-58 at Madison Square Garden. --Field Level MediaThe turning point of the match came in the 53rd minute when Jordan Pickford denied Erling Haaland from the penalty spot. The miss left City fans and players stunned, and the moment became a key highlight of the game. After Savinho was fouled in the box, Haaland stepped up to take the penalty. However, Everton’s Pickford engaged in a series of antics to disrupt the striker’s focus. What Jordan Pickford was seen doing before Erling Haaland’s penalty miss The England international pulled exaggerated faces, stuck out his tongue, and even winked at Haaland during the build-up, adding a psychological edge to the moment. Despite Haaland’s reputation for composure under pressure, Pickford’s mind games seemed to work. Guessing the striker’s shot direction, Pickford dived to his right to make a crucial save, maintaining Everton’s resilience and dealing a blow to City’s chances of securing all three points. Adding to the tension, Everton captain Seamus Coleman appeared to exchange words with Haaland before the spot-kick, further fuelling the psychological battle on the field. City initially took the lead in the 14th minute through Bernardo Silva, whose well-timed effort found the bottom-right corner. However, Everton levelled the score in the 36th minute when Abdoulaye Doucouré delivered a precise cross that Ndiaye converted with a superb finish. Despite dominating possession and creating opportunities, City were unable to capitalise on their 2.04 expected goals (xG). Missed chances, including Haaland’s penalty, ultimately cost them vital points. Manchester City dropping out of sight in the title race The draw sees Manchester City drop to seventh in the Premier League standings, adding to a run of underwhelming performances. Their current downfall is being enjoyed by rivals, with delight over it. Liverpool with their win over Leicester City have now further extended their lead on top of the table with a game in hand. The closest to them is Chelsea in 2nd with 35 points with Nottingham Forest sitting in 3rd with 34 points. Arsenal who are still tipped to rival Liverpool to the league title are currently fourth with 33 points (with a game in hand).
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One day after enjoying a laugh at the expense of owner Woody Johnson, quarterback offered an unusually curt response Tuesday when asked about Johnson -- boosting the perception of a rift between them. Rodgers, discussing his future, said he must be "in the plans of multiple people, starting with the ownership" for the Jets to retain him in 2025. The future Hall of Famer sidestepped a question on whether he believes Johnson wants him back. "You should ask Woody," Rodgers said tersely. Has he had any conversations with Johnson about his future? "No." Rodgers, 41, is preparing for what likely will be the final two games of his Jets' career -- and perhaps his NFL career. Despite an MCL injury to his left knee, Rodgers said he's planning to play Sunday against the , insisting, "There is no way I'm not playing." Earlier Tuesday, interim coach Jeff Ulbrich was noncommittal. With the Jets (4-11) closing out their most disappointing season in recent memory, the game is the secondary storyline to Rodgers, who continues to make headlines. On Monday, he poked Johnson during his weekly appearance on "The Pat McAfee Show," saying he's never been released by a teenager -- a reference to a recent story by The Athletic that said Johnson is influenced by his teenage sons, Brick and Jack. A source told ESPN recently that he'd be "shocked" if Johnson, 77, brings back Rodgers, who is under contract for 2025 but hasn't played up to expectations. In Week 6, Johnson suggested benching Rodgers, sources said. That didn't sit well with Rodgers, who has battled through various leg injuries to stay on the field. In recent days, Rodgers has talked openly about the possibility of being released, perhaps as soon as Jan. 6 -- the day after the season ends. He doesn't think that's likely, but he wouldn't rule it out. "I don't think it's a high percentage," he said. "I think this is probably a conversation to be had, but I'm just not naive to that being a zero [percent chance]." Rodgers, who said he will take time after the season to mull his future, expressed gratitude to the Johnsons for bringing him to New York in 2023 -- meaning Woody and his younger brother, Christopher, the vice chairman. Rodgers and Christopher are known to have a good relationship. Rodgers said it would be "special" to be asked back because it would mean they "see me as an important part of helping the culture, the changeover, whatever they do at head coach and helping the next wave of New York Jets. ... But if they don't, again, no offense at all will be taken." The four-time MVP also responded brusquely when asked about wide receiver , who has expressed frustration over his role in the offense. Rodgers didn't seem interested in explaining why Wilson's numbers have slipped. "I've talked to him throughout the season about some of [his frustrations]," Rodgers said, adding, "Not this week. No, not in the last couple of weeks, but it's not the first time. So, there's been conversations about it." After being a non-factor for most of Sunday's game, a 19-9 loss to the , Wilson said he wants more targets, but "people see it differently." He didn't mention Rodgers by name, but the reference seemed obvious. On Monday, Ulbrich said Wilson needs to be more involved. "We have to find ways to get Garrett the ball more often," Ulbrich said. "He's one of the best players on our team, if not one of the best players in this league, especially at his position." Wilson has 90 receptions and is the fourth most-targeted player in the league (139), but his chances have declined since the arrival of in Week 7. Since the trade, Adams -- a longtime Rodgers friend -- has 93 targets and 56 receptions. Wilson has 74 and 49, respectively. Rodgers said he understands that receivers always want the ball, but he added, "There's a ton of plays in the plan for both him and Davante. That's how you usually you scheme out plays for your top players." He said coverage dictates where he throws the ball. "We've moved him around a bunch," Rodgers said of Wilson. "We give him a lot of plays where he's number one or two in the progression." In injury news, rookie left tackle suffered a plantar fascia injury on his left foot and was placed on injured reserve, ending his season. He won't need surgery, according to the Jets.
The collaboration between these three talented actors has been highly anticipated by fans, who have long admired their individual performances in various films and television shows. Faye, known for his quick wit and impeccable comedic timing, is expected to bring his signature charm and charisma to the role. Ma, a veteran actor with a knack for physical comedy, is sure to deliver a memorable performance that will have audiences in stitches. And Song, a rising star known for her versatility and natural comedic talent, is poised to steal the show with her infectious energy and charisma.
Both Oklahoma and Providence are hoping they'll have key pieces back in place when the two undefeated teams square off in the first round of the Battle 4 Atlantis on Wednesday in Paradise Island, Bahamas. The Friars (5-0) are expected to have Bryce Hopkins available, according to a report from Field of 68. Hopkins was averaging 15.5 points and 8.6 rebounds last season before suffering a torn anterior cruciate ligament Jan. 3. He returned to full-go practices last week, and Tuesday, Providence coach Kim English said Hopkins would be a "game-time decision" against the Sooners. "It's been a process," English said. "We're not rushing it." But English praised Hopkins' progress since the Friars' last game, Nov. 19, when Hopkins went through pregame warmups. "I thought he looked better than I remembered," English said. "He's been in our system for the past year. His patience, his understanding, his versatility on offense and defense ... it's been great to see him in practice." The Sooners (4-0) are hopeful that they'll get Brycen Goodine back. Goodine played for the Friars for two seasons from 2020-22 before transferring to Fairfield for two seasons and then to Oklahoma this offseason. Goodine suffered an ankle injury in the Sooners' opener Nov. 4 and has not played since. "He's a really tough kid and trying to push through it," Oklahoma coach Porter Moser said. "It will truly be one of those game-time decisions. He hasn't gone a full practice yet, just been pieces of practices." Playing with Goodine and Jadon Jones, expected to be two of the Sooners' top outside shooters, Moser said he's learned plenty about his team's offense. "When you're down those shooters, it's really a great weapon to know that a lot of other guys can knock down the open shot," Moser said. "It's been a huge takeaway." The Sooners have been led by Jalon Moore, who is averaging 18.8 points per game, and freshman Jeremiah Fears, who is averaging 15.5. Providence has been led by senior guard Bensley Joseph, who is averaging 11.8 points and 4.0 assists per game. Oklahoma has not played a game closer than 16 points yet this season, with an average margin of victory of 24 points. Providence has won its five games by an average of nearly 17 points per game. The teams will square off against either Davidson or No. 24 Arizona in the second round Thursday, with the winners playing each other in one semifinal while the losers play in a consolation semifinal. --Field Level Media
With each public appearance, Elly continues to impress and inspire with her evolving sense of style and confidence. By effortlessly blending classic pieces with on-trend items, she has proven herself to be a rising fashion icon in her own right. As she navigates her way through the world of fashion and fame, Elly's unique blend of elegance and youthfulness sets her apart and ensures that she will remain a style influencer for years to come.Despite their individual brilliance, Messi and Ronaldo have failed to make the cut for the FIFPRO Best 11 lineup this year, highlighting the fierce competition and depth of talent in the world of football. While their omission may come as a surprise to many fans, it serves as a reminder that the game is constantly evolving, with new stars emerging to challenge the established elite.And so, the saga of the website's launch came to an end, with a mix of relief, pride, and renewed determination to continue improving and expanding in the days and weeks to come. The journey was just beginning, and the world watched eagerly to see what would happen next.
However, few visitors know that in the place that these businesses occupy today, as well as the Siglo XXI Convention Center and the Great Museum of the Mayan World, there existed decades ago a powerful emporium dedicated to the exploitation of what was considered the “green gold” from Yucatán: the henequén plant. At the heart of the Yucatecan henequen industry, the Cordemex Company (National Cordelería de México) was for decades a symbol of the economic power of the state of Yucatán. Founded in 1960 as part of an effort to modernize henequen fiber production, this state-owned company quickly became the main driver of an industry that had been the pride and sustenance of the region since the 19th century. However, Cordemex’s fate would be as impressive as its rise: it went from an emporium of national importance to a vestige of the past in a matter of decades. Cordemex was born in the context of government efforts to revitalize the henequen industry, which by the mid-20th century was facing serious challenges due to growing competition from synthetic fibers such as nylon and polypropylene. The company operated a huge processing plant north of the city of Mérida, equipped with cutting-edge technology for its time. Its facilities allowed not only the massive production of ropes, bags and other henequen derivatives, but also the generation of jobs for thousands of Yucatecans. During its glory years, Cordemex not only boosted the local economy, but also established Yucatán as one of the largest producers of natural fibers in Mexico. The company came to dominate the national and international market, exporting its products to dozens of countries and serving as the main buyer of henequen from the region’s farms. For many, Cordemex represented the modernization of the henequen legacy, adapting a centuries-old tradition to the demands of a global market. To house the company’s workers and their families, the Cordemex subdivision was built in 1967, at the exit to Progreso. This was one of the first modern housing developments in Mérida, with 418 houses designed for workers. It included basic services, recreational areas and cultural spaces, reflecting the importance that the company had for the community. This subdivision soon became a vibrant neighborhood directly connected to the factories by infrastructure such as the first pedestrian bridge in Mérida. The beginning of Cordemex’s decline began in the 1980s, when competition from synthetic fibers, cheaper and easier to produce, intensified irreversibly. Furthermore, the lack of technological innovation and the high production costs of the state company hindered its competitiveness in the international market. Added to these factors were political decisions that negatively affected the industry, such as trade liberalization and the privatization of strategic sectors, which left the company in a critical situation. Finally, in the 1990s, Cordemex closed its operations, marking the end of an era for the henequen industry and for thousands of workers who depended on the company. The collapse of Cordemex not only represented an economic loss, but also a symbolic blow to Yucatán’s henequen pride and identity. After the closure of Cordemex, its gigantic facilities were left unused for several years. However, with the urban growth of Mérida, the company’s old factories and land were reused for new purposes. Part of the land was transformed into commercial and residential areas. Today, Cordemex is a rapidly developing area north of Mérida, home to modern shopping centers, housing developments, and entertainment venues. Although Cordemex no longer exists, its name lives on in the neighborhood that carries its legacy. For many Yucatecans, it represents a reminder of a time when henequen was the axis of the region’s economy and identity. Its history is a reflection of the challenges of modernity and how traditional industries can disappear in the face of technological and economic changes. The Cordemex subdivision has maintained its identity as a consolidated neighborhood. Despite the challenges, its residents continue to organize and celebrate community events that reinforce their shared history, as occurred on the 50th anniversary of the subdivision in 2017. Cordemex was not only a symbol of henequen’s greatness but also a lesson in the importance of adaptation and innovation in a constantly changing world. By Roberto García Hidalgo for .
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PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens was a full participant in practice on Monday, opening the door for him to return from a three-game absence on Wednesday when Pittsburgh hosts the Kansas City Chiefs. Pickens hasn't played since tweaking his hamstring earlier this month. The Steelers (10-5) have struggled to generate much in their passing game with their leading receiver watching from the sideline in sweatpants. Though Monday's practice was a walkthrough, Pickens said he felt good and hopes he'll be able to face the two-time defending Super Bowl champions. The 23-year-old was going through post-practice drills on Dec. 6 when he felt his hamstring tighten up, forcing him to miss the first games of his three-year career. Pittsburgh has gone 1-2 in his absence, including back-to-back losses to Philadelphia and Baltimore in which Russell Wilson passed for just 345 yards while missing one of the NFL's top downfield threats. Wilson is encouraged by the way the sometimes mercurial Pickens — who has been flagged and fined multiple times this season for infractions ranging from facemasks to unsportsmanlike conduct — has remained engaged. “He’s been great in the midst of his little trial here over the past few weeks,” Wilson said. “And so we’re excited to have him back if that’s the case fully and let him do his thing.” Safety DeShon Elliott (hamstring) and defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi (groin) were also listed as full participants on Tuesday. Neither veteran has played since getting hurt against Cleveland on Dec. 8. While Pickens, Elliott and Ogunjobi could be available as Pittsburgh tries to hold off Baltimore for the AFC North lead, cornerback Joey Porter (knee) and WR Ben Skowronek (hip) are likely out after missing practice for a second straight day. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl
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Media Release Mangaluru, Dec 24: Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal, engineering alumni of the prestigious institute of the batch 1995-1999/2000 celebrated their silver reunion at the MIT campus on December 19. More than 225 engineers of all the then ten engineering streams - architecture, bio-medical, civil, computer science, chemical, electronics & communications, electrical, industrial production, mechanical, and print media - from all over the world gathered in the campus. The day began with a decorated procession by the engineers from the famous Kamath Circle (now, student Plaza) to the MIT’s Main Block, roughly 1 km within the campus. The alumni, majority of who were visiting for the first time after their graduation, were in awe of the transformation of the campus, new facilities, industry leading courses and labs, industry-academia research centre, and innovation centre. The alumni were addressed by the director, joint director, associate director outlining the growth and transformation, inviting alumni to offer their services to the growth of the future generations of engineers. Alumni also took the occasion to felicitate their retired and senior faculties, current HODs of all the streams, and other favourite staffs - about 50 in numbers. Alumni reminiscence their college life, how the institutes core values have shaped their profession and life, and how they are giving back to the society. Alumni also had their branch-wise photo-op with their faculties. The college also launched the MIT Alumni Association portal - the official channel for all the MIT alumni all over the world and from different years to be united under one place. The alumni also held a private event where many showcased their new talents from singing to dancing, from voiceover to stand-up comedy, and poetry to showing their fiancé on various instruments. “It was a life changing experience for me having met some of my closest batchmates since years”, said Tukaram Prabhu, Anil Nayak, Harsha Melanta, who are home-grown entrepreneurs from Mangaluru. “This helped reconnecting with our friends and reenergize ourselves and learn more about the transformation of the campus and offering advance technological courses” said Annapoorna who’s currently an architect in the USA. Meera from Australia, Lavina from Qatar, Nitin Hegde, Ashley D’Souza and Sachin Prabhu who are in highly decorated positions echoed similar sentiments of hundreds.Global stocks mostly cheer Nvidia results as bitcoin gains
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SAN ANTONIO (AP) — Colorado secured what it said was record insurance coverage for quarterback Shedeur Sanders and Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter as the star duo opted to complete their college careers in the Alamo Bowl rather than sit out and prepare for the NFL draft. Colorado would not disclose the amount of insurance coverage each received, citing privacy laws. Coach Deion Sanders and athletic director Rick George both said it was the largest in college football history. “We happen to have two players that are probably going to be the first two picks of the NFL draft,” Sanders said Monday. “We all know who those two are and they have received, I think, the highest number of coverage that has ever been covered in college football. It far exceeds anyone that has ever played this game of college football.” While college programs maintain insurance policies for their athletes in case of injury, Colorado increased disability coverage for its entire roster in the Alamo Bowl. Sanders, the coach of the No. 20 Buffaloes, ensured his QB son and two-way star Hunter received larger policies since both are expected to be among the top 10 selections in the upcoming NFL draft. “It was his idea we should get disability insurance for our athletes for this game to ensure that they played and if there was some kind of injury that they would be well taken care of," George said. “So, we worked together on that. We’re excited about it. We think it’s great that all our players are playing in the game. That’s what all bowl games should be like.” Colorado (9-3, No. 23 CFP) will face the 17th-ranked BYU Cougars (10-2, No. 17 CFP) in the Alamo Bowl on Saturday. While most teams are scrambling with starters opting out of bowl games this year to enter the transfer portal or NFL draft, the Buffaloes did not lose any player on their two-deep roster. “It’s more than what I got (when he played at Kansas State),” Colorado linebackers coach Andre’ Hart said. “They gave us a helmet and said pop this on your leg and get out there and play. For them to get that (increased insurance coverage), I just think it’s beneficial. To talk about where the game is, where it’s going and how leadership is taking care of the players, I thought that’s excellent.” Shedeur Sanders completed 337 of 454 passes for 3,926 yards and 35 touchdowns this season. Many scouting services have Sanders rated as the top quarterback in this year's draft. Hunter received the Heisman Trophy as a two-way standout at cornerback and wide receiver. He had 92 receptions for 1,152 yards and 14 touchdowns and as a cornerback had four interceptions, broke up 11 passes and limited the opposition to 22 receptions on 688 defensive snaps. “They’ve taken care of us, everybody,” Colorado running back Micah Welch said. “It really means a lot to have every teammate up here. That's a big thing. What I like about Coach Prime, they’re taking care of us.” Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-football
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Trump offers support for dockworkers union by saying ports shouldn't install more automated systemsA colourful and vibrant mural greets visitors inside Winnipeg's newest safe space for youth. Brandy Bobier hopes the front-and-centre splash of pop art serves to both welcome and catch the eye of anyone who enters Ombishkaawak Migiziwak, which in Anishinaabemowin means Rising Eagles. Bobier, who is the director and chief executive officer of Community Helpers Unite — a social enterprise that works to help feed people in the North End — is overseeing the new overnight safe space at the corner of Jarvis Avenue and McGregor Street. Her hope is that the facility, which officially opens in January but had a soft opening Thursday night, serves as a "good, progressive space that really helps youth find a place to belong and a place to enjoy themselves." Bobier says growing up in the North End, she always thought youth needed a place where they could feel welcome and not be judged by others. That's what she's now helping build at Rising Eagles, which will offer young people ages 12 to 18 the "resources that they're asking for to thrive and to build their independence capacity on their own," she said. "It's a great opportunity for us to provide a welcoming space where youth can just be themselves and learn through caring, lateral kindness and lateral empathy how to advocate for themselves in a good way, and give them extra space to grow." It can be hard for young people in the North End to find such places, Bobier said, noting that between the North End and Point Douglas neighbourhoods, there's only one other safe space for youth — Ndinawe , a 24/7 drop-in at Tina's Safe House on Selkirk Avenue. "We literally could create 10 of these spaces between all of us, and there still wouldn't be enough," she said. How this inner-city Winnipeg youth shelter helps kids struggling with isolation, trauma find community Majority of clients using Winnipeg safe space are young Indigenous men and boys Her focal point with Community Helpers Unite is food insecurity, and ensuring that youth who come from low-income homes or are at-risk have food available is also at the heart of Rising Eagles. "Everyone wants to talk these days about meeting people where they're at and ... housing-first models, and you know, it's wild because I just keep seeing that you can't deal with those things if you're hungry," Bobier said. "So really, it just all comes back to food, and if we can make sure people are fed then they can work on everything else." Youth ages 12 to 18 are welcome at Rising Eagles, on the corner of Jarvis Avenue and McGregor Street. (Rudi Pawlychyn/CBC) Rising Eagles also plans to offer programming such as culturally appropriate arts and crafts, healthy relationship workshops, cooking classes, and guest speakers, with funding for the next three years through a federal program administered by the City of Winnipeg. Bobier said it's one of 11 locations in the city getting federal assistance through the Building Safer Communities Fund, which aims to address gun and gang violence by funding community-led projects that tackle its root causes. "I'm really hoping that youth will come here and find that independence that they seek, so that they're not reaching out to gangs to find that belonging," Bobier said. Lack of supports putting kids in care at risk of brushes with the law, people involved say At-risk kids need supports, Winnipeg advocates say as youths charged in violent incidents Rising Eagles is letting youth know about the safe space, which is open 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., Thursday to Sunday, through targeted Facebook and Instagram ads, as well as working with other agencies to get the word out. "That's the cool thing about this space is ... we're bringing the community helpers together. So we have over two dozen agencies that we work with, like other non-profits — mostly grassroots non-profits — but also registered charities that are doing work in this community already," she said. Rising Eagles has applied for additional funding, with the goal of being able to open seven nights a week.
CHARLESTON, S.C. , Dec. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB), the leading provider of software for powering social impact, today filed a Form 8-K with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) stating that the Company concluded a material pre-tax noncash impairment charge, which may be up to approximately $415 million , is required for its EVERFI asset group and will be recorded during the fourth quarter of 2024. As previously disclosed, due to EVERFI performing below expectations, Blackbaud is considering a range of alternatives for EVERFI, one of which includes a potential divestiture of the business. The impairment charge was determined to be necessary as part of this process. "To comply with generally accepted accounting principles, we're planning to record this noncash charge in the fourth quarter," said Mike Gianoni , president, CEO and vice chairman of the board of directors. "We want to emphasize that EVERFI remains well positioned to support its customers and continue helping companies dedicated to social impact reach communities through custom education and workplace solutions for today's key issues. In addition, Blackbaud's core business remains strong, and we are committed to helping customers around the world use technology to drive meaningful social impact. As we determine our long-term strategic approach to the EVERFI business, we will continue to provide updates." Additional details can be found in Blackbaud's Form 8-K filed today with the SEC. About Blackbaud Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB) is the leading software provider exclusively dedicated to powering social impact. Serving the nonprofit and education sectors, companies committed to social responsibility and individual change makers, Blackbaud's essential software is built to accelerate impact in fundraising, nonprofit financial management, digital giving, grantmaking, corporate social responsibility and education management. With millions of users and over $100 billion raised, granted or managed through Blackbaud platforms every year, Blackbaud's solutions are unleashing the potential of the people and organizations who change the world. Blackbaud has been named to Newsweek's list of America's Most Responsible Companies, Quartz's list of Best Companies for Remote Workers, and Forbes' list of America's Best Employers. A remote-first company, Blackbaud has operations in the United States , Australia , Canada , Costa Rica , India and the United Kingdom , supporting users in 100+ countries. Learn more at www.blackbaud.com or follow us on X/Twitter , LinkedIn , Instagram and Facebook . Media Inquiries media@blackbaud.com Forward-looking Statements Except for historical information, all of the statements, expectations and assumptions contained in this Current Report on Form 8-K are forward- looking statements that are subject to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including, but not limited to, statements regarding the Company's estimates regarding the impairment charge related to the EVERFI assets. These statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Although we attempt to be accurate in making these forward-looking statements, it is possible that future circumstances might differ from the assumptions on which such statements are based. In addition, other important factors that could cause results to differ materially include the risk factors set forth from time to time in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), copies of which are available free of charge at the SEC's website at www.sec.gov or upon request from our investor relations department. We assume no obligation and do not intend to update these forward- looking statements, except as required by law. View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/blackbaud-announces-impairment-charge-related-to-everfi-assets-302330791.html SOURCE BlackbaudSudan’s war is ‘deepening and widening’ a famine crisisI’m A Celebrity viewers react as new ‘fantastic’ celebrities join ITV show
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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau returned home Saturday after his meeting with Donald Trump without assurances the president-elect will back away from threatened tariffs on all products from the major American trading partner. Trump called the talks “productive” but signaled no retreat from a pledge that Canada says unfairly lumps it in with Mexico over the flow of drugs and migrants into the United States. After the leaders’ hastily arranged dinner Friday night at Trump's Mar-a-Lago club in Florida, Trudeau spoke of “an excellent conversation." Trump said in a Truth Social post later Saturday that they discussed “many important topics that will require both Countries to work together to address.” Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.AIDS/HIV (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome/Human Immunodeficiency Virus) caught everyone by surprise nearly four decades ago. Since then, 42 million people worldwide have succumbed to complications arising from AIDS, out of around 88 million infected persons. There are around 40 million people living with HIV worldwide. According to the latest reports, Sri Lanka has experienced a drastic surge in HIV/AIDS cases during the second half of 2024, marking the highest number of cases logged in a single quarter since 2009. Statistics released by the National STD/AIDS Control Program show 214 new HIV cases this year, reflecting an 18 percent increase compared to the previous quarter in 2023 (181 cases). Of the cases reported in the second quarter, 28 persons fall within the age range of 15-24, while the remaining persons are above 25. In Sri Lanka, 4,643 males and 1,472 females have contracted HIV since 2009. Today (December 1), on World AIDS Day, the world will focus on the progress made so far in the fight against AIDS and the steps that should be taken to eliminate the disease. There used to be a time when HIV/AIDS meant an automatic death sentence, but these days are gone now. Remarkable progress is being made on HIV treatment. This year’s World AIDS Day is being marked under the theme, “the world can end AIDS – if everyone’s rights are protected”. Ending AIDS needs engaging everyone who is living with, at risk for or affected by HIV – especially including people who have been excluded and marginalised. “With human rights at the centre, with communities in the lead, the world can end AIDS as a public health threat by 2030,” says UNAIDS, the United Nations (UN) agency specialising in AIDS/HIV control. As per UNAIDS, the substantial progress that has been made in the HIV response is directly linked to progress in protecting human rights of HIV patients and indeed, all others. In turn, the progress made on the HIV response has galvanised broader progress in realising the right to health and strengthening health systems in general. But gaps in the realisation of human rights and Universal Health Care (UHC) for all are keeping the world from getting on the path that ends AIDS and are hurting public health, and now a surge in attacks on rights is threatening to undermine the progress that has been made. The good news is that access to treatment, which in itself is a fundamental right, has risen significantly. As of the end of 2023, 77 percent of all people with HIV (around 30.7 million) were accessing Anti Retroviral Therapy (ART) globally. Low-cost or no-cost access to HIV treatment is the key to the global effort to end AIDS as a public health threat. No single prevention method or approach can stop the HIV epidemic. Several methods and interventions have proved effective in reducing the risk of, and protecting against HIV infection including male and female condoms, the use of antiretroviral medicines as pre-exposure medication, voluntary male medical circumcision, behavioural change interventions to reduce the number of sexual partners, the use of clean needles and syringes, and the treatment of people already living with HIV to reduce the viral load and prevent onward transmission. Thus access to HIV ART drugs and awareness campaigns on prevention are more important than ever. Everyone, regardless of who they are or where they live, has a right to health, which is also dependent on adequate sanitation and housing, nutritious food, healthy working conditions and access to justice. The right to health is supported by, and linked to, a wider set of rights. Ending AIDS as a public health threat can only happen if these rights are placed at the centre of global health, so that quality health care is available and accessible for everyone. Almost all Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are linked to health and achieving the SDGs, which include ending the AIDS epidemic, will depend heavily on ensuring the right to health. The right to health is firmly enshrined in our law, but even more importantly, it is deeply ingrained in the national psyche. Sri Lanka is one of the few developing countries that provide a completely free health care service. While there are no problems with regard to medical care for HIV patients, the bigger challenge is changing societal attitudes towards those living with HIV. There are still a lot of misconceptions about the disease, which have not been effaced even after sustained media campaigns. Every attempt should be made to educate the masses on the true nature of this disease and methods of transmission to end the social stigma faced by the victims. While today’s anti-HIV drugs can prolong the lives of patients to the point where most of them can reach the full natural lifespan, scientists have not lost sight of the ultimate goal – a cure and a possible vaccine. A greater understanding of our bodies’ complex immune systems is essential in this quest since AIDS is a disease that essentially cripples one’s immunity to disease. HIV is very adept at evading the body’s immune responses. The main way it does this is by developing mutations that enable the virus not to be recognised by a person’s immune system. At the same time it continues to replicate and reproduce itself. Controlling the behaviour of this virus will be the key to any eventual cure or vaccine. Judging by the progress made so far in the world of medicine, where certain diseases such as polio and smallpox have been eradicated from Earth, there is no doubt that scientists will achieve the same goal vis-à-vis AIDS/HIV within the next two or three decades. How to reach us If you would like to comment on the articles that appear in our editorial/opinion and features pages, please write to us at: editor.suo@lakehouse. If you have a news item to share with us, please send to: [email protected] If you wish to write a Letter to the Editor, a tribute, an opinion piece, feature article, a correction or a Right of Reply (RoR) under the guidelines of the Press Complaints Commission of Sri Lanka (PCCSL), you can forward them to: [email protected]
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Baltimore Ravens leading receiver Zay Flowers is questionable for Wednesday's game against the host Houston Texans because of a shoulder issue. Flowers was listed on the team's injury report after missing practice on Sunday and Monday and being limited on Tuesday. Cornerback Tre'Davious White (shoulder) has followed the same pattern in practice participation and also is questionable. The Ravens ruled out wide receiver Nelson Agholor and running back Justice Hill due to concussions, and neither practiced Sunday, Monday or Tuesday. Cornerback Jalyn Armour-Davis (hamstring) also missed practice this week and is out. Flowers, 24, leads the Ravens with 71 receptions, 109 targets and 1,016 receiving yards in 15 games (13 starts). He has four touchdowns. Baltimore selected him 22nd overall in the 2023 NFL Draft out of Boston College. He has 148 career receptions for 1,874 yards and nine TDs in 31 games (29 starts). Flowers has not missed a game because of injury in his brief NFL career. White, 29, has appeared in five games and has seven tackles. He was a Pro Bowl selection in 2019 and 2020 and first-team All-Pro in 2019 during his first seven NFL seasons with the Buffalo Bills. Hill, 27, has 47 carries for 228 yards and one touchdown this season in 15 games as a reserve. He also has 42 receptions for 383 yards and three TDs. The Ravens selected Hill in the fourth round of the 2019 draft. He has 250 rushing attempts for 1,162 yards and six TDs, and 95 receptions for 737 yards and four scores. Agholor, 31, will miss his second consecutive game. He has 14 receptions on 29 targets for 231 yards and two touchdowns in 14 games (seven starts). He has 389 career receptions for 3,858 yards and 37 TDs in 149 games (105 starts) for the Philadelphia Eagles (2015-19), Las Vegas Raiders (2020), New England Patriots (2021-22) and Ravens (2023-present). Armour-Davis, 25, has played in seven games (two starts) this season and has eight tackles. The Ravens picked him in the fourth round of the 2022 draft out of Alabama. The Ravens (10-5) elevated wide receiver Anthony Miller from the practice squad to the active roster for the game against the Texans (9-6). --Field Level MediaThe weather is still a conversation piece. When people learn that I am a meteorologist, the conversation typically shifts to questions about the forecast, whether I am on TV or not, or thoughts about climate change. Over the course of my tenure writing at Forbes.com , I have opined about common misperceptions. As 2025 approaches, I am reflecting on a few that still surface in conversations, on social media or within personal interactions. If you are searching for New Year’s resolutions for 2025, here are eight weather or climate aspirations worth considering. I Will Keep Weather Apps in Perspective Weather Apps are a part of daily life like GPS navigation systems, drones, and debates about the college football playoffs. While Apps provide useful weather information, it is important to understand that data do not come from the “weather fairy.” A significant amount of observational and modeling data is provided by the National Weather Service, NOAA, other federal agencies, and even private companies. Apps may not be optimal, in some cases, for rapidly evolving weather scenarios like tornado warnings or landfalling hurricanes. Trusted sources and voices are still critical in such scenarios. Additionally, I find that many people misintepret the simplicity and convenience of Apps. Weather App forecasts may not be applicable at certain times of the day or at certain locations in the forecast area. I often here, “But my app said 80% chance of rain so I changed my plans in the afternoon.” My next question usually is, “Did you consider that the rain might have only been forecasted for the morning hours?” I Will Not Immediately Share or React to Snowfall Forecast Maps Until the Source is Verified At this time of year, there are typically a host of complaints from weather colleagues about social mediarologists sharing long-range snow forecasts. It is the epitome of the “click-bait” or follow me mentality right now. However, there are several problems. These “pick your favorite mode scenarios” often disappear in the next model run. Most credible meteorologists should not convey information based on one model run. Additionally, when those forecasts do not verify, people question the credibility of the weather community. Meteorologist Brad Panovich recently dealt with this issue on a thread on the platform X. Most weather experts understand limitations of long-range or single model runs. However, a shadowy ecosystem has emerged that is characterized by sharing of such information without proper context and with a desire to be “social media famous” or first. Unfortunately, many people cannot distinguish between information from the National Weather Service and less credible sources. To make matters worse, people will often latch on to such forecasts because they are “wishcasting” snow or other desired outcomes. Please check sources and verify model integrity or time frames before drawing conclusions. I Will Not Fear AI The recent hysteria about drones, which are increasingly a part of society, reminds me that people fear things they are not familiar to their daily routines. Drones and artificial intelligence are important aspects of scientific research these days so I do not have an aversion to them. They are also integral to all of our lives but in less evident ways. Your Weather or Search App on your device is probably already using it. AI is increasingly a part of the weather landscape. University of Oklahoma Professor Amy McGovern, in a National Academies discussion , provided an excellent overview of how AI is improving nowcasting, forecasting, verification, and observation of weather. AI will move my field forward. The New York Times recently covered Google’s new AI agent that showed impressive skill for a two-week forecast. Houston meteorologist Matt Lanza also recently documented the effectiveness of AI modeling relative to a forecast “bust” in Minnesota. However, there are still issues to be addressed related to ethics, computational resources, and a skilled technical workforce force. McGovern is director of the NSF AI Institute for Research on Trustworthy AI in Weather, Climate, and Coastal Oceanography at the University of Oklahoma and is the Lloyd G. and Joyce Austin Presidential Professor in the Schools of Computer Science and Meteorology, respectively. She said, “AI is being used primarily by private industry right now. NOAA is getting there, but they are necessarily cautious in adopting new technologies, because they are the government entity charged with operational forecasting, and they don’t want to lose the public trust.” I Will Not Let My Belief Systems Influence Science Understanding 2024 was an odd year. Some people thought hurricanes were being created and controlled by the government. Meteorologists were threatened for simply doing their jobs. The Goodyear blimp and aircraft landing at major airports were being called unexplained drones. Increasingly, it seems ideological beliefs based on political, cultural, religious, or other marinades are shaping certain views on science. Just yesterday, I saw woman on Facebook lecture legendary broadcast meteorologist James Spann because he challenged someone who she claimed “had a different viewpoint.” No, No, No. That’s not how any of this works. James was calling out someone claiming that the Earth is flat. What I saw was a scientist protecting facts rather than allowing opinion or conspiracy theories to have equal footing. Kudos to James. I Will Not Overreact to Weather Terms It seems that every year people hear a term that they are not familiar with and assume that it is new. Social media has likely heightened this tendency. Words like derecho, atmospheric river, bomb cyclone, polar vortex, and heat dome are not new to those of us in the meteorology community. In addition to social media, the growth of weather journalism and blogs has exposed more people to these terms. With such new exposure, it is inevitable that misuse or misinterpretation is likely. It adds even more to the risk communication plate of meteorology and emergency management professionals. I Will Do My Part to Help with Climate Change Whether you believe it or not, the effects of climate change are here and likely to worsen. Yes, climate has always changed, but the influence of anthropogenic activities is situated on top of the natural variability. Trees naturally fall down in the forest, and we can accelerate that process with chainsaws. While transformational actions will be required that involve reducing carbon emissions or adapting to inevitable changes, recent studies continue to show that individual actions can help. The New York Times recently posed the question , “What if Everyone Did Something to Slow Climate Change? Brookings also laid out some ideas related to personal actions we all can take. The final two resolutions are just pet peeves of mine. I hope everyone resolves to spell “lightning” without the “e” when describing the optical phenomenon that causes thunder. And if it is still around, resist the urge to add “s” to daylight saving time. Happy New Year.
AP Sports SummaryBrief at 6:16 p.m. ESTClayton had seven rebounds for the Bobcats (3-5). Victor Searls scored 14 points and added seven rebounds. Jackson Paveletzke and Aidan Hadaway both scored 11 points. The Colonials (6-3) were led by Josh Omojafo, who recorded 15 points. Antallah Sandlin'El added 14 points for Robert Morris. Alvaro Folgueiras finished with 12 points and seven rebounds. The loss ended a six-game winning streak for the Colonials. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .Mumbai: FIR Registered Against 12 Social Media Users For Circulating Defamatory Video Targeting CM Devendra Fadnavis
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Former Boise State coach Chris Petersen still gets asked about the Fiesta Bowl victory over Oklahoma on the first day of 2007. That game had everything. Underdog Boise State took a 28-10 lead over one of college football's blue bloods that was followed by a 25-point Sooners run capped by what could have been a back-breaking interception return for a touchdown with 1:02 left. Then the Broncos used three trick plays that remain sensations to not only force overtime but win 43-42. And then there was the marriage proposal by Boise State running back Ian Johnson — shortly after scoring the winning two-point play — to cheerleader Chrissy Popadics that was accepted on national TV. That game put Broncos football on the national map for most fans, but looking back 18 years later, Petersen sees it differently. “Everybody wants to talk about that Oklahoma Fiesta Bowl game, which is great how it all worked out and all those things,” Petersen said. “But we go back to play TCU (three years later) again on the big stage. It's not as flashy a game, but to me, that was an even better win.” Going back to the Fiesta Bowl and winning, Petersen reasoned, showed the Broncos weren't a splash soon to fade away, that there was something longer lasting and more substantive happening on the famed blue turf. The winning has continued with few interruptions. No. 8 and third-seeded Boise State is preparing for another trip to the Fiesta Bowl, this time in a playoff quarterfinal against No. 5 and sixth-seeded Penn State on New Year's Eve. That success has continued through a series of coaches, though with a lot more of a common thread than readily apparent. Dirk Koetter was hired from Oregon, where Petersen was the wide receivers coach. Not only did Koetter bring Petersen with him from Oregon, Petersen introduced him to Dan Hawkins, who also was hired for the staff. So the transition from Koetter to Hawkins to Petersen ensured at least some level of consistency. Koetter and Hawkins engineered double-digit victory seasons five times over a six-year span that led to power-conference jobs. Koetter went to Arizona State after three seasons and Hawkins to Colorado after five. Then when Petersen became the coach after the 2005 season, he led Boise State to double-digit wins his first seven seasons and made bowls all eight years. He resisted the temptation to leave for a power-conference program until Washington lured him away toward the end of the 2013 season. Then former Boise State quarterback and offensive coordinator Bryan Harsin took over and posted five double-digit victory seasons over his first six years. After going 5-2 during the COVID-shortened 2020 season, he left for Auburn. “They just needed consistency of leadership,” said Koetter, who is back as Boise State's offensive coordinator. “This program had always won at the junior-college level, the Division II level, the I-AA (now FCS) level.” But Koetter referred to “an unfortunate chain of events” that made Boise State a reclamation project when he took over in 1998. Coach Pokey Allen led Boise State to the Division I-AA national championship game in 1994, but was diagnosed with cancer two days later. He died on Dec. 30, 1996, at 53. Allen coached the final two games that season, Boise State's first in Division I-A (now FBS). Houston Nutt became the coach in 1997, went 4-7 and headed to Arkansas. Then Koetter took over. “One coach dies and the other wasn't the right fit for this program,” Koetter said. “Was a really good coach, did a lot of good things, but just wasn't a good fit for here.” But because of Boise State's success at the lower levels, Koetter said the program was set up for success. “As Boise State has risen up the conference food chain, they’ve pretty much always been at the top from a player talent standpoint,” Koetter said. “So it was fairly clear if we got things headed in the right direction and did a good job recruiting, we would be able to win within our conference for sure.” Success didn't take long. He went 6-5 in 1998 and then won 10 games each of the following two seasons. Hawkins built on that winning and Petersen took it to another level. But there is one season, really one game, no really one half that still bugs Petersen. He thought his best team was in 2010, one that entered that late-November game at Nevada ranked No. 3 and had a legitimate chance to play for the national championship. The Colin Kaepernick-led Wolf Pack won 34-31. “I think the best team that I might've been a part of as the head coach was the team that lost one game to Nevada,” Petersen said. "That team, to me, played one poor half of football on offense the entire season. We were winning by a bunch at half (24-7) and we came out and did nothing on offense in the second half and still had a chance to win. “That team would've done some damage.” There aren't any what-ifs with this season's Boise State team. The Broncos are in the field of the first 12-team playoff, representing the Group of Five as its highest-ranked conference champion. That got Boise State a bye into the quarterfinals. Spencer Danielson has restored the championship-level play after taking over as the interim coach late last season during a rare downturn that led to Andy Avalos' dismissal . Danielson received the job full time after leading Boise State to the Mountain West championship . Now the Broncos are 12-1 with their only defeat to top-ranked and No. 1 seed Oregon on a last-second field goal . Running back Ashton Jeanty also was the runner-up to the Heisman Trophy . “Boise State has been built on the backs of years and years of success way before I got here,” Danielson said. "So even this season is not because of me. It’s because the group of young men wanted to leave a legacy, be different. We haven’t been to the Fiesta Bowl in a decade. They said in January, ‘We’re going to get that done.’ They went to work.” As was the case with Danielson, Petersen and Koetter said attracting top talent is the primary reason Boise State has succeeded all these years. Winning, obviously, is the driving force, and with more entry points to the playoffs, the Broncos could make opportunities to keep returning to the postseason a selling point. But there's also something about the blue carpet. Petersen said he didn't get what it was about when he arrived as an assistant coach, and there was some talk about replacing it with more conventional green grass. A poll in the Idaho Statesman was completely against that idea, and Petersen has come to appreciate what that field means to the program. “It's a cumulative period of time where young kids see big-time games when they're in seventh and eighth and ninth and 10th grade and go, ‘Oh, I know that blue turf. I want to go there,’” Petersen said. Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . 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By Virginia Furness LONDON (Reuters) - Debt swaps are becoming a more widely used tool to help indebted countries raise money for conservation or climate-related projects. Under a swap, a country buys back more expensive debt and replaces it with cheaper debt, usually with the help of a development bank. The savings are then used for environmental projects that restore mangroves or protect oceans, or help adapt to the impacts of climate change. Here is a list of countries which have completed them in recent years. BAHAMAS (2024) The Bahamas unlocked more than $120 million in November to fund the conservation and management of its oceans and mangroves with a $300 million debt swap financed by Standard Chartered and backed by the private sector. EL SALVADOR (2024) El Salvador freed up $352 million in October to fund the conservation of the Rio Lempa, the country's main river and its watershed. At the time, the deal was the largest funding commitment a country had made for conservation as part of a debt-for-nature swap. The deal was financed by a $1 billion loan from JP Morgan with $1 billion political risk insurance cover from DFC, the United States' development finance institution, and a $200 million standby letter of credit from CAF, the Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean, likely lowering the cost of the lending. ECUADOR (2023) The Galapagos Islands, one of the world's most precious ecosystems, was the conservation focus of Ecuador's debt-for-nature swap. The $1.6 billion buyback helped cut Ecuador's debt by over $1 billion once the $450 million of total conservation spending is taken into account. The deal has since faced criticism from local groups raising concerns about their lack of involvement in the deal. GABON (2023) Gabon landed continental Africa's first debt-for-nature swap in 2023. Issuing a new lower-cost $500 million "blue bond" to buy back at a discount $436 million of its international bonds, the central African country freed up around $163 million for conservation projects over a 15-year period. Gabon, whose beaches and coastal waters are home to the world's largest population of endangered leatherback turtles, said it planned to use the money saved to tackle illegal fishing and fulfill a pledge to protect 30% of its coastal waters. BARBADOS (2022) Barbados completed a $150 million debt conversion in September 2022, freeing up $50 million of long-term financing for marine conservation with the government promising to protect up to 30% of seas covered by its territorial and sovereign rights. The deal was funded by a 15-year dual currency blue loan arranged by Credit Suisse and CIBC First Caribbean. BELIZE (2021) Belize in 2021 committed to spend $4 million a year and fund a $23 million marine conservation trust to protect the world's second-largest coral reef by buying back and retiring a $533 million bond. Backed by nonprofit The Nature Conservancy, the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation and Credit Suisse, the deal provided about $200 million in debt relief to the Central American country. SEYCHELLES (2016) The Seychelles' debt-for-nature swap took dealmakers almost six years from design to disbursement. First mooted in 2012 the deal saw the Seychelles government buy back $21.6 million of debt from the Paris Club group of wealthy nations in 2016, financed by a loan from NGO The Nature Conservancy as well as philanthropic grants. In 2018, Seychelles raised additional funding for conservation by issuing a $15 million blue bond, backed by a partial credit guarantee from the World Bank. (Reporting by Virginia Furness; editing by Jonathan Oatis)Maharashtra assembly election results: Clueless in defeat, will Uddhav Thackeray be able to make a comeback?
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The University of Arizona projects its research activity exceeded $1 billion in fiscal year 2024, which it says would put the university into a select group of top research institutions. The University of Arizona’s Dante Lauretta, lead scientist for NASA’s OSIRIS-REx mission, signals the success and celebrates the triumph after a capsule containing materials from the asteroid Bennu landed in October 2023 on a Utah military range. The successful mission conceived and led by the UA was among the highlights of the university's $1 billion-plus in overall research spending in fiscal year 2024. Those include Stanford University, Duke University, Harvard University, University of California — Los Angeles, University of Florida, University of Michigan and University of North Carolina. “Our faculty members tackle urgent global challenges, from energy and environmental issues to national security, human health and the societal impact of technological change,” said UA President Suresh Garimella, who joined the university on Oct. 1, in announcing the research milestone in a news release Tuesday. Among UA's 2024 research highlights noted by UA: "Retrieving the largest asteroid sample ever brought to Earth, advancing a vaccine for Valley fever to human clinical trial — the world's first against fungal infection to reach this stage — and mitigating the effects of extreme heat." Researchers watch the OSIRIS-REx capsule begin its Utah landing during a watch party in October 2023 at the University of Arizona. The UA will submit its data to the National Science Foundation for review and the official number is set to be confirmed in the fall. This feat in research spending was achieved in the midst of the university’s year-long budget deficit and "financial crisis" revealed by former President Robert C. Robbins in the fall last year. The university continues to rebuild its faculty and staff numbers after layoffs and a temporary hiring freeze, having reduced its year-end projected budget deficit to $63 million from $177 million. "Research is the cornerstone of the University of Arizona's standing as a world-class institution, and our latest rankings reaffirm this excellence," said Tomás Díaz de la Rubia, senior vice president of research and innovation, in the news release. His role at the UA started Nov. 11. The most recent National Science Foundation rankings show the UA: • Spent a total of $955 million on research activity in fiscal year 2023, including more than $356 million in health sciences, which placed the university among the nation’s top 20 public research institutions for the sixth year in a row. • Ranks among the top 4% of 900 universities and colleges invested in research and development. • Has maintained its no. 1 ranking in astronomy and astrophysics since 1987. • Also holds the rankings of No. 2 among public universities for space science, No. 4 in high Hispanic enrollment, No. 6 in NASA-funded activity, No. 7 in physical sciences, No. 20 in overall public universities and No. 36 across all universities, according to the university website . “The scale of our research enterprise provides the capacity to lead multi-institution and interdisciplinary successes like the OSIRIS-REx (asteroid) mission and to pursue revolutionary advancements that will benefit people everywhere, such as personalized medical treatments with the Center for Advanced Molecular and Immunological Therapies,” said Garimella. According to Coco Tirambulo, an M.D./Ph.D. student at the UA College of Medicine — Tucson quoted in the news release, the hope is for the research to produce “transformative solutions for families navigating neurodegenerative diseases.” Reporter Prerana Sannappanavar covers higher education for the Arizona Daily Star and Tucson.com . Contact her at psannappa1@tucson.com . Subscribe to stay connected to Tucson. A subscription helps you access more of the local stories that keep you connected to the community. Want to see more like this? Get our local education coverage delivered directly to your inbox. Higher Education ReporterSALT LAKE CITY — An encouraging upgrade in his availability status didn’t result in Miles McBride’s return to the Knicks lineup. The backup guard was listed as questionable but still missed his fifth straight game Saturday night against the Jazz with what the Knicks now are calling “patella femoral syndrome” in his left knee. “He’s out,” Tom Thibodeau said before the game. “He’s close. He’s doing more, but he’s not quite there. We’ll see where he is tomorrow.” The Knicks’ five-game road trip continues Monday against the Nuggets in Denver, and then concludes with stops in Dallas (Wednesday) and Charlotte (Friday). McBride, who is averaging 10.7 points in 26.4 minutes as sixth man in 11 appearances off the bench, hasn’t played since a Nov. 13 loss to the Bulls at the Garden. According to the Mayo Clinic, patella femoral pain syndrome is defined as “pain at the front of the knee, around the kneecap,” and it also is known as “runner’s knee.” It’s more common in people who run and play sports that involve running and jumping. Thibodeau called All-Star forward Lauri Markkanen, who leads the Jazz with 18.8 points per game, “a terrific player” before the game. “Terrific,” Thibodeau said. “Multiple positions, highly skilled. Can shoot it, can put it on the floor, can post, can move without the ball, creates matchup problems. Gets better every year. So he’s very impressive. Everyone liked him I think coming out of college, and he’s proven to be even better than what everyone thought.” Precious Achiuwa (hamstring) remains out for the Knicks, while rookie forward Kyle Filipowski was out for the Jazz with a sprained right ankle. Jordan Clarkson (plantar fasciitis), Collin Sexton (finger) and Walker Kessler (hip) also were on Utah’s pregame injury report but were available to play.WASHINGTON (AP) — Jason Drake had 21 points in Drexel's 68-65 victory over Howard on Tuesday night. Drake shot 8 for 17 (1 for 5 from 3-point range) and 4 of 4 from the free-throw line for the Dragons (8-4). Yame Butler went 6 of 10 from the field (3 for 7 from 3-point range) to add 16 points. Marcus Dockery led the Bison (5-7) in scoring, finishing with 14 points and two steals. Blake Harper added 11 points, nine rebounds and five assists. Cameron Shockley-Okeke had 10 points. Drexel went into halftime leading Howard 36-34. Butler put up 10 points in the half. Drexel used an 8-0 run in the second half to build an 11-point lead at 49-38 with 13:07 left. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .
How the Insert Molding Process Works 12-26-2024 08:16 PM CET | Industry, Real Estate & Construction Press release from: ABNewswire Step-by-Step Process of Insert Molding 1. Design and Preparation: The first step involves designing the part and the mold. Precision is crucial here, as the insert must fit perfectly within the mold cavity. Advanced CAD software is often used to create detailed designs. 2. Insert Placement: Once the mold is ready, the insert is carefully placed into the mold cavity. This step requires precision to ensure the insert is correctly positioned and secured. 3. Mold Clamping: The mold is then clamped shut, and the insert is held in place. This ensures that the insert does not move during the injection process. 4. Injection of Molten Plastic: Molten plastic is injected into the mold cavity, encapsulating the insert. The plastic flows around the insert, filling the entire cavity and forming the desired shape. 5. Cooling and Solidification: After the mold is filled, the plastic is allowed to cool and solidify. This step is critical as it determines the final properties of the part. 6. Ejection and Inspection: Once the plastic has cooled, the mold is opened, and the part is ejected. The part is then inspected for any defects or inconsistencies. Benefits of Insert Molding - Enhanced Strength and Durability: By combining metal and plastic, insert molding produces parts that are stronger and more durable than those made from plastic alone. - Cost-Effective: Insert molding reduces the need for secondary operations, such as assembly, which can lower production costs. - Design Flexibility: This process allows for the creation of complex geometries and the integration of multiple functions into a single part. - Improved Performance: Insert molded parts often exhibit better performance characteristics, such as improved electrical conductivity and thermal resistance. Applications of Insert Molding Insert molding is used in a wide range of applications, including: - Automotive Components: Parts such as gears, housings, and brackets benefit from the strength and precision of insert molding. - Consumer Electronics: Connectors, switches, and other electronic components are often produced using this method. - Medical Devices: Insert molding is used to create parts that require high precision and reliability, such as surgical instruments and diagnostic equipment. Why Choose FCE for Insert Molding? At FCE, we specialize in high-precision insert molding and sheet metal fabrication. Our expertise extends to various industries, including packaging, consumer electronics, home automation, and automotive sectors. We also offer services in wafer production and 3D printing/rapid prototyping. Our commitment to quality and precision ensures that we deliver superior insert molding solutions tailored to your specific needs. By choosing FCE, you benefit from our extensive experience, advanced technology, and dedication to customer satisfaction. We work closely with our clients to understand their requirements and provide customized solutions that enhance their products' performance and reliability. For more insights and expert advice, visit our website at https://www.fcemolding.com/ to learn more about our products and solutions. Media Contact Company Name: FCE Email:Send Email [ https://www.abnewswire.com/email_contact_us.php?pr=how-the-insert-molding-process-works ] Country: China Website: https://www.fcemolding.com/ This release was published on openPR.
Avenix Fzco's newly introduced forex robot, FXDyno, represents an advancement in automated trading solutions for MetaTrader 4. This Dubai-based development establishes new parameters for systematic Gold market trading within the M15 timeframe environment. Market Data and Technical Foundations A distinguishing characteristic of FXDyno emerges in its market analysis approach. The technical backbone of this forex robot relies on premium data streams curated by Thinkberry SRL, incorporating DukasCopy's comprehensive market information through the specialized Tick Data Suite. This integration of data sources provides the foundation for FXDyno's analytical capabilities. FXDyno's development process includes lengthy testing phases. Avenix Fzco set out to test and enhance FXDyno using data spanning from 2016 to the present, creating a framework that blends conventional technical indicators with wave-based research. This process refined the system's ability to identify market conditions through RSI measurements, fractal studies, moving average computations, and momentum analytics. System Requirements and Trade Management FXDyno introduces specific operational guidelines, establishing a $10,000 initial capital threshold for system deployment. This forex robot maintains disciplined position management, orchestrating trade executions through automated lot size calculations while adhering to a six-position concurrent trade limit. Trade protection measures encompass multiple layers of risk management protocols. The system implements fixed take-profit and stop-loss parameters, incorporates trailing stop mechanisms, and maintains active spread monitoring. Position adjustments occur through automated protocols, adapting to account balance fluctuations while maintaining predetermined risk parameters. Operational Characteristics The system deliberately excludes high-frequency methodologies from its trading approach. Instead of employing scalping or grid-based strategies, FXDyno focuses on systematic market analysis within its designated timeframe. This measured approach to market participation reflects in its trade execution protocols and position management systems. Technical support remains available throughout market hours, providing assistance for system implementation and operational inquiries. Prospective users gain access to comprehensive testing capabilities through MetaTrader 4's Strategy Tester, enabling thorough evaluation of system functionalities before deployment. Regular system updates address both technical requirements and analytical refinements, ensuring continued compatibility with evolving market conditions and platform specifications. These updates reflect ongoing development efforts to maintain system effectiveness and reliability. About Avenix Fzco Within the competitive landscape of financial technology, Avenix Fzco distinguishes itself through specialized development of MetaTrader 4 trading solutions. Operating from its Dubai headquarters, the company combines market analysis expertise with technological innovation to create sophisticated trading tools. Their commitment extends beyond software development to include comprehensive support services and continuous system refinement, reflecting an understanding of evolving market dynamics. Through ongoing development of forex robots and trading solutions, Avenix Fzco maintains its focus on advancing automated trading capabilities. The demo version of FXDyno is available on the Avenix Fzco website, where traders can also discover more about the features of the forex robot. https://fxdyno.com/
Morgan Rogers’ fourth goal of the season, an Ollie Watkins penalty and Matty Cash’s finish put Villa 3-0 up after 34 minutes. Mikkel Damsgaard pulled one back for Brentford in the second half but the damage had been done as Villa ended their eight-match winless run in all competitions. Emery was relieved to end the unwanted streak but quickly turned his attention to the next fixture against Southampton on Saturday. “We broke a spell of bad results we were having,” the Villa boss said. “We started the first five or 10 minutes not in control of the game but then progressively we controlled. “Today we achieved those three points and it has given us confidence again but even like that it’s not enough. We have to keep going and think about the next match against Southampton on Saturday. “The message was try to focus on each match, try to forget the table. How we can recover confidence and feel comfortable at home. Today was a fantastic match.” Tyrone Mings returned to the starting line-up in the Premier League for the first time since August 2023. Emery admitted it has been a long road back for the 31-year-old and is pleased to have him back. He added: “Mings played in the Champions league but it’s the first time in the league for a year and three months. “I think he played fantastic – he might be tired tomorrow but will be ready for Saturday again. “It was very, very long, the injury he had. His comeback is fantastic for him and everybody, for the doctor and physio and now he’s training everyday.” Brentford fell to a sixth away defeat from seven games and have picked up only a solitary point on the road this season. They have the best home record in the league, with 19 points from seven matches, but they have the joint worst away record. Bees boss Thomas Frank is confident form will improve on the road. He said: “On numbers we can’t argue we are better at home than away, but on numbers it’s a coincidence. I think two of the seven away games have been bad. “The other games we performed well in big spells. I’m confident at the end of the season we will have some wins away from home.” Frank felt Villa should not have been given a penalty when Ethan Pinnock brought Watkins down. He added: “I want to argue the penalty. I don’t think it is (one). I think Ollie kicked back and hit Ethan, yes there is an arm on the shoulder but threshold and all that – but that’s not the reason we lost.”McDonald’s will bring back the McRib on Dec. 3
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Tournament of Roses leader reflects in the weeks before New Year’s Day – and ‘the Best Day Ever!’Empowered Funds LLC decreased its position in Brunswick Co. ( NYSE:BC – Free Report ) by 71.3% in the 3rd quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The firm owned 9,809 shares of the company’s stock after selling 24,354 shares during the period. Empowered Funds LLC’s holdings in Brunswick were worth $822,000 at the end of the most recent quarter. Other large investors have also made changes to their positions in the company. Nisa Investment Advisors LLC increased its stake in Brunswick by 0.5% during the 3rd quarter. Nisa Investment Advisors LLC now owns 26,731 shares of the company’s stock worth $2,241,000 after purchasing an additional 145 shares in the last quarter. Inspire Investing LLC boosted its holdings in shares of Brunswick by 2.8% in the third quarter. Inspire Investing LLC now owns 5,545 shares of the company’s stock valued at $465,000 after buying an additional 153 shares during the period. Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services LLC increased its position in shares of Brunswick by 3.9% during the third quarter. Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services LLC now owns 4,647 shares of the company’s stock worth $390,000 after acquiring an additional 174 shares in the last quarter. Comerica Bank raised its holdings in shares of Brunswick by 0.6% during the first quarter. Comerica Bank now owns 35,548 shares of the company’s stock worth $3,431,000 after acquiring an additional 205 shares during the period. Finally, CWM LLC lifted its position in Brunswick by 21.6% in the 3rd quarter. CWM LLC now owns 1,323 shares of the company’s stock valued at $111,000 after acquiring an additional 235 shares in the last quarter. Institutional investors own 99.34% of the company’s stock. Wall Street Analyst Weigh In A number of equities analysts have issued reports on BC shares. Northcoast Research upgraded Brunswick from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating and set a $100.00 target price for the company in a report on Monday, July 29th. Citigroup increased their price objective on Brunswick from $92.00 to $101.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a report on Friday, September 27th. Finally, Benchmark restated a “buy” rating and issued a $100.00 target price on shares of Brunswick in a research note on Friday, October 25th. Six investment analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and eight have issued a buy rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat.com, the stock presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $89.23. Brunswick Trading Up 1.5 % Shares of Brunswick stock opened at $82.37 on Friday. The stock has a market cap of $5.43 billion, a P/E ratio of 20.49 and a beta of 1.51. The company has a quick ratio of 0.74, a current ratio of 1.97 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.17. Brunswick Co. has a 12-month low of $69.05 and a 12-month high of $99.68. The business’s 50 day moving average is $81.81 and its 200-day moving average is $78.79. Brunswick Dividend Announcement The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Friday, December 13th. Shareholders of record on Wednesday, November 20th will be paid a $0.42 dividend. This represents a $1.68 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 2.04%. The ex-dividend date is Wednesday, November 20th. Brunswick’s dividend payout ratio is currently 41.79%. Insider Buying and Selling at Brunswick In other Brunswick news, Director Nancy E. Cooper sold 366 shares of Brunswick stock in a transaction on Friday, November 1st. The shares were sold at an average price of $80.19, for a total transaction of $29,349.54. Following the completion of the transaction, the director now directly owns 24,557 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $1,969,225.83. The trade was a 1.47 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which is available through this hyperlink . Also, CEO David M. Foulkes sold 23,829 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Thursday, October 31st. The shares were sold at an average price of $80.22, for a total transaction of $1,911,562.38. Following the completion of the transaction, the chief executive officer now directly owns 251,094 shares in the company, valued at $20,142,760.68. The trade was a 8.67 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The disclosure for this sale can be found here . Insiders sold a total of 28,940 shares of company stock worth $2,321,176 over the last quarter. 0.81% of the stock is currently owned by insiders. Brunswick Profile ( Free Report ) Brunswick Corporation designs, manufactures, and markets recreation products in the United States, Europe, the Asia-Pacific, Canada, and internationally. It operates through four segments: Propulsion, Engine P&A, Navico Group, and Boat. The Propulsion segment provides outboard, sterndrive, inboard engines, propulsion-related controls, rigging, and propellers for boat builders through marine retail dealers under the Mercury, Mercury MerCruiser, Mariner, Mercury Racing, Mercury Diesel, Avator, and Fliteboard brands. Featured Stories Five stocks we like better than Brunswick Stock Average Calculator Vertiv’s Cool Tech Makes Its Stock Red-Hot What Are the FAANG Stocks and Are They Good Investments? MarketBeat Week in Review – 11/18 – 11/22 How to Invest in Insurance Companies: A Guide 2 Finance Stocks With Competitive Advantages You Can’t Ignore Want to see what other hedge funds are holding BC? 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ARLINGTON, Texas — There was just something about coach Matt Campbell and his program at Iowa State that intrigued Kenny Dillingham. “His culture and his realness, I think he’s one of the most real people in the sport. You see the passion and emotion on the sideline,” said Dillingham, the second-year coach at Arizona State. “That was the program that I wanted to study from because I thought that they were overachieving at that time early in his career at a high level before he had built it up. Now he’s built it up.” The 34-year-old Dillingham has overseen a program-record improvement of seven wins over last year at his alma mater in its Big 12 debut. The 12th-ranked Sun Devils (10-2, 7-2, No. 15 CFP) now play in the league championship Saturday — against Campbell and the No. 16 Cyclones (10-2, 7-2, No. 16 CFP). After Dillingham became Auburn’s offensive coordinator in 2019, then-Tigers coach Gus Malzahn gave him two days to go study any team. Dillingham went to Iowa State to visit Campbell, who was only 32 when he became a first-time head coach at Toledo late in 2011, and went to his current Big 12 school in 2016. “I’m like, ‘man, this culture that he created, I feel like is sustainable. I feel like this is a winning formula.’ ... I was really trying to get a vibe and a feel for how did he create that culture,” Dillingham recalled this week about that visit. The Cyclones already have their first 10-win season and Campbell is now their winningest coach (63-50). Campbell was once that “young” head coach like Dillingham is now. “Just a lot of respect from my standpoint for him, what he’s been able to accomplish as a young head football coach,” Campbell said. “Being in those same shoes not long ago, you have appreciation for somebody that the spirit his football team plays with, you can tell they believe in their head football coach and their coaching staff.” Big 12 teams in the CFP Arizona State and Iowa State, part of a four-way tie for first place in the Big 12, advanced to the title game on a series of tiebreakers that eliminated BYU and Colorado. The winner at AT&T Stadium will be the league’s only team in the expanded 12-team College Football Playoff. Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark has publicly expressed his displeasure about the College Football Playoff rankings. Current projections have the league’s champion as the No. 12 seed playing a first-round game on the road. The Big 12 will receive $4 million for each team that makes the CFP and each team that advances to the quarterfinals and $6 million for each team that advances to the semifinals and championship game. In addition, each conference will receive $3 million to cover expenses from each round for a team participating in the CFP. Top WR Tyson out for the Sun Devils Arizona State will be without top receiver Jordyn Tyson, who is out indefinitely after suffering an unspecified injury in the second half against Arizona. Tyson landed hard on his left side while being tackled, and left the stadium last Saturday wearing a sling on his left arm. Tyson has 75 catches for 1,101 yards and 10 touchdowns, ranking third in the Big 12 with 91.8 yards receiving a game. The Sun Devils will have to lean more on seniors Xavier Guillory and Melquan Stovall, who have combined for 30 catches for 453 yards and three TDs. Cyclones through the air Iowa State’s Rocco Becht has thrown a touchdown in 16 consecutive games. He is the only quarterback in the nation with a pair of 1,000-yard receivers. Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel are the first set of Cyclones receivers with 1,000 yards in the same season. Higgins has 80 catches for 1,068 yards and nine TDs, while Noel has caught 67 passes for 1,013 yards and six scores. Punishing Skattebo Arizona State running back Cam Skattebo can do a little bit of everything – use his quick feet to dart past defenders, catch passes out of the backfield, even pooch punt in a pinch. What Skattebo does best is inflict damage. The senior doesn’t wait to be tackled, instead initiating contact and punishing anyone who would dare try to take him down. Skattebo is third nationally in most missed tackles forced with 93, and is fourth in yards after contact rushing and receiving with 1,141, according to Sportradar. He has rushed for 1,397 yards and 17 touchdowns, ranking third in the Big 12 and eighth nationally with 127.1 yards per game. He is the only 1,000-yard rusher in FBS who also has 400 yards receiving (468). While the Cyclones have one of the league’s best overall defenses, they rank 14th allowing 173.7 yards rushing per game. Trio of Cyclones remain from title-game team The Cyclones have only three players who were on the roster for their only other Big 12 title game, a loss to Oklahoma in 2020. Defensive back Darien Porter was the only one to get in that game. The other remaining players are offensive lineman Jarrod Hufford and defensive lineman J.R. Singleton.
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Driver Ben is carefully examining a bunch of red roses – peeling off their plastic wrapping and dead-heading any wilting stems. We’re standing on an ordinary residential road somewhere between Blackley and Moston , looking for an address among a row of identical 1930s-built houses. It’s a gorgeous late autumn day, resplendent blue skies but glitteringly cold, the crisp leaves carpeting the floor a burnished auburn-gold, everything sparkling with frost. In the distance, the snow-dusted shoulders of the Pennines are basking in the November sun. READ MORE: 'We've seen demand to help families in need double - but we almost had to close' Ben is no florist, and the roses are a little dog-eared, bearing a ‘reduced’ sticker, but they’ll perk up once they’ve been placed in water, drooping stems now deftly removed. And their inclusion in the parcel is just one of those little touches that makes Humans the foodbank with a difference. “When we’re packing orders, we will often have a conversation where we think, what else can we do for this family?” founder Lewey Hallewell told the M.E.N. “Say they’ve got a one-year old – have we got some wipes, nappies, baby food? Stuff they’re not expecting - but stuff that just lightens the load for that client.” Humans deliver their parcels to their clients in unmarked vans, to ensure privacy and help avoid the stigma that can surround using a food bank. And they give clients a choice over what they eat, catering to a variety of different dietary requirements including vegan, vegetarian and halal. Humans MCR's van stocked up with deliveries. (Image: Greta Simpson / Manchester Evening News) “A lot of clients have said they’ve come to us because they’ve been using a ‘normal’ foodbank and not had the best experience,” Ben says. “But Lewey has done a good job of making us different.” “He started this cause he used to use conventional foodbanks and would often get broken items and rotten veg.” This Christmas , the Manchester Evening News is supporting Humans MCR to deliver Christmas hampers to 1,000 people across Greater Manchester. You can find out more about the campaign and how to donate here . “I want people to eat food that they are familiar with, that is comforting to them,” said Lewey. “Because otherwise there is no dignity in that delivery.” “We love to include flowers as much as we can,” he added. “A lot of these people may never get flowers. We want it to be a nice treat for them.” Back on the road in north Manchester, Ben places the roses carefully on top of the food crate, grabs a bag of fresh fruit and veg, and carries it all to the door of its recipient. The flowers certainly have the desired effect. “Wow!” exclaims the woman who opens the door, wrapped in a dressing gown with an eye mask perched on her head. Behind her is a cluttered but cosy-looking living room, washing hanging up to dry, a dog yapping somewhere, and a toddler in a high chair looking disconcertedly at the strangers at the door. “I wasn’t expecting all this. Thank you so much.” Ben says he was told when he first started that some clients might “feel ashamed” about receiving their parcels. “I didn’t see it much at first, but there have been a few people where it’s been obvious that they were.” “So for me it’s a case of making them feel at ease with it. Telling them that lots of people need it and it’s not a bad thing - we’re here for a reason.” A food bank delivery ready for its recipient - with flowers on top. (Image: Manchester Evening News) Our next stop is a quiet curving street in Blackley, dotted with 1970s red-brick complexes. Down to the basement flats, it’s toasty warm in the stairwell, with several prams parked outside the doors to the flats. A couple come to the door, bearing broad smiles to see who has arrived. They give words of warm thanks as they hand back the empty box. A carer takes in the next delivery. She too is surprised by how much has been brought: a crate’s worth of dry goods, plus the fresh items and another bag with an assortment of random but useful items. A toilet brush, a jumbo box of washing powder and a pair of thick winter socks – especially needed in this weather – are all included. “He’ll love this,” she smiles. At the third address, only a woman and her baby are at home. Originally from Syria, we speak with her husband over the phone. Not speaking any English, we get by with some rusty Arabic, and she gratefully takes in the box. Behind her are blue balloons and the bouncing baby in his chair, wearing a tiny England shirt. People are referred to the food bank by community professionals who think they might need it. This can be anyone from a local MP to a GP to a social worker. But as we make our rounds, it becomes clear that sometimes the details the referral partners have provided are wrong. Some clients have only half a mobile number; others, scant instructions on how to reach a particular address in a labyrinthine housing estate. It can’t be the easiest job in the world – but Ben enjoys what he does, and says it’s a nice change from his previous job delivering for a supermarket, where he says there was “a big corporate machine” hanging over him. “People are always very appreciative,” he says. “Very grateful. I’ve had people hug me before.” Another delivery for a client. Typically it will consist of a crate of dry goods and a bag of fresh produce (Image: Manchester Evening News) “The only thing I don’t always enjoy is driving itself – there are terrible drivers on the road. But that’s the only downside. Otherwise, I feel really appreciated, like I’m doing a really good thing for people.” Humans has its own delivery app which Ben uses to find clients’ addresses and get directions for his route. He rings each client before setting off – that is, if the number’s right – to give them notice that he’s coming. “They’re supposed to get a notification about it the day before,” he says, “but they’re not always in.” That means Ben is left with a difficult decision. “We can’t normally leave it outside unless there’s a secure location,” he says. “And we can’t really wait around either. That would mean Lewey having to pay me to wait, when there’s other people relying on our deliveries.” One such case happens on our route. We pull up on a terraced street in Gorton , but the woman on our list isn’t in. “I’ve just been at an induction for a job I’m starting,” she says down the phone. “I’m coming back on the bus, I’ll be about half an hour.” We can’t wait that long – Ben is on the seventh of fourteen deliveries on his route, and traffic is building as the school day draws to a close. The client suggests a neighbour we can leave the parcel with. Luckily, he is in, and instantly agrees to take it when Ben explains the situation. A happy ending – but it isn’t always the case. Ben sometimes has to give the news over the phone that delivery won’t be possible that day, which is hard. “You can hear the desperation down the phone,” he says. “I do have a lot of compassion, but I can be slightly numb to it all too. I think you need to have that kind of personality to get through the day in a job like this. “People explain their situations to you, and a lot of them are desperate. I’m good at talking to people and then not taking it on board. And it helps that you know you are providing relief to that situation.” Ben doesn’t handle the referrals side of things, so he can’t speak to whether Humans are busier now than when he started this January. Some addresses he has visited regularly; others are new. “A lot of people have had an injury or have fallen ill, so quite suddenly find themselves in a position where they can’t work,” says Ben. “We’re like a stop gap for that situation.” Humans has a community grocers scheme too, where people who apply can purchase supermarket groceries at a heavily discounted rate. “That helps people get back on their feet too,” Ben says. “But a lot of people take pride in telling me “this is the last time I’m going to need this,” he says. “And that once they're back on their feet, they're going to donate.” Humans MCR The Manchester Evening News Christmas Appeal is once again supporting Humans MCR, a charity doing incredible work to tackle hunger in Greater Manchester. This organisation is small but mighty - they work to tackle hunger directly. The charity is run by someone who has relied on foodbanks himself. We love this charity because they treat everyone with the dignity and respect we all deserve. Each week they provide a lifeline for 400 families and individuals across Manchester, Salford, Rochdale, Trafford, Stockport and Bury. All their food is delivered in unmarked vans so no one knows the people they help are getting support from a foodbank. And they give people in need a choice over what they eat, accommodating a range of diets including vegan, vegetarian, halal and gluten-free. The charity was set up by Lewey Hellewell whose own experience of using traditional food banks after being made redundant left him feeling that the process lacked dignity and compassion. People can be referred to the charity by any local community professional - including GPs, local MPs, health visitors, care and social workers - to get emergency food packages, delivered straight to their door in unmarked vans. This Christmas, they're expecting to deliver festive hampers to over 1,000 people in our region. The hampers have everything to make a full Christmas dinner - plus presents for children, and treats for adults. £12.50 will give a single person a food package for three days £36 will feed a family of four for three days £61 will provide a family with a Christmas hamper. Donate here.
Hundreds of properties have been affected in Rhondda Cynon Taf once again due to flooding as Storm Bert ravaged south Wales and major incident was declared for county. Between 200 to 300 properties, both residential and commercial, were affected and heartbreaking images saw residents bail out water with bins and businesses desperately try and save their livelihoods. Over in Pontypridd's Mill Street Enrico Orsi, who owns Zucco Cafe in Pontypridd , said it was "like a scene from Titanic' as he desperately tried to save his cafe from flooding. Back in 2020 the street was also hard hit by Storm Dennis which saw businesses across the town ravaged by flood water. Enrico says it was only because he got to his cafe so early that there was no damage but other businesses on the street have been affected. He said: "I opened about 7.30am, bit of a treacherous drive in... the outside looked fine, it was raining a lot but there wasn't any surface water or puddles, everything was draining fine... my first customer arrived at about 7.45am, he opened the door and said 'have you seen this, outside?' and I could see the drains were shooting up like fountains at which point then I started to panic... my business was flashing before my eyes. If water gets into a food and drink business like my own, that is just game over until the new year." Enrico was able to get flood barriers in place in his cafe, however in his panic put them in the wrong way meaning water could still get in. He said: "It was like a scene from the Titanic with getting buckets of water and getting it out." The business was helped by the local community and its regular customers who came down to help. This included a builder who sourced Enrico sandbags and they were able to make the cafe watertight. For the latest Pontypridd news, sign up to our newsletter here . Other businesses on the street, who weren't open as early as Enrico to notice the flooding and didn't have flood barriers, began to flood. Enrico, who was documenting the flooding on social media to appeal for help, said: "By that point, there was just a huge influx of people from the entire community... there were lots of people down there, lots of familiar faces, some people I had never seen before but everyone just got their hands dirty, quite literally, and just helped in any way they could which was a real positive today in and amongst a really tragic scene. "That community spirit really kept the energy levels up throughout the whole day. We were there from 7am to 5pm, it was a really long day." Talking about the community spirit Enrico said the feeling was "palpable in the town and especially on the street of Mill Street, you can really feel that community spirit. Today, as tragic as it is, it is going to make it, as a community, a lot stronger. It was quite an emotional thing to be a part of at times, everybody being there for each other, it was really nice." Elsewhere in Pontypridd homes on Sion St, right on the banks of the Taff, were badly flooded, with the community coming together to help there too. Rania Koutsikou, 32, a part-time lecturer and PhD student at the University of South Wales, said: "People are very keen to help, as you can see, everyone is around, offering coffee, offering cookies, fire service are here now." Paula Williams, who also lives on Sion Street, added: "The river levels were going down last night when we went to bed. We only knew something was happening because we had a neighbour knocking us. She was shouting 'get the cars moved'. "We managed to get the dog out down my parents so we didn't have to worry about her and then it was all hands to the pump." She said it was the work of them and neighbours fighting to protect the homes that stopped the flooding being as bad as in 2020. Adding her neighbours bought pumps from Screwfix to hold back the water but it was lucky the water had come in during the morning when people were awake. Other businesses affected on Mill Street include Storyville Books, which Enrico says has been "really badly hit... which is just gutting for them." Although normally closed on Mondays Enrico will be opening Zuccos Cafe on Monday, November 25 to "be there for the people who are going to be needing help tomorrow. To show people that we are open for business and that we don't want this to deter people from coming down, we want to let people know that Mill Street is still open for business."Kolkata Metro, India's oldest metro system, is expanding its network and experiencing a surge in ridership. Kolkata Metro's passenger count is steadily increasing, with record numbers reported during Christmas. Kolkata Metro authorities reported 147.2 million passengers until November this year. Last year's metro ridership was 127 million, significantly lower than this year's. The metro authorities thanked passengers for the increased ridership. Metro authorities reported a 15.91% increase in ridership compared to last year. Metro services have been improved, with a focus on technology. Passengers no longer need to queue for tickets. Until November, 934,000 Android and 48,000 iOS users downloaded the 'Metro Ride Kolkata' app. Metro ridership increases during festivals. Handheld terminals were used for ticketing during Puja for the first time. Metro runs from New Garia to Dakshineswar every 7 minutes. Services also operate from Esplanade to Howrah and Sealdah to Salt Lake. From 2025, metro service will extend from Salt Lake to Howrah. Service to the airport is also anticipated.Sanctuary Advisors LLC Makes New Investment in Marriott Vacations Worldwide Co. (NYSE:VAC)
