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6 wolf Can AI chatbots make your holiday shopping easier?TikTok star calls out rapper's shocking behaviour in disability bathroom at Aussie Music FestivalGOTHENBURG, Sweden , Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stena RoRo has taken delivery of E-Flexer No. 12 - in a series of 15 vessels - from the Chinese shipyard CMI Jinling (Weihai). The ship is the Guillaume de Normandie and is long-term chartered to the French shipping company Brittany Ferries. In April next year, the ship will enter service on the Portsmouth - Caen route, replacing the Normandie, which has sailed the route since 1992. This is the fifth of five ordered E-Flexer vessels for the Brittany Ferries fleet. Just as with four of the five E-Flexer ships that Stena RoRo has delivered to Brittany Ferries, the vessel will be powered by multi-fuel engines as well as the market's largest battery-hybrid package of 12 MWh. With these batteries, the ship will be able to operate in and out of port solely on battery power and even maneuver when docking and undocking without using the ship's diesel engines. This is a unique technical solution that provides significantly lower CO2 emissions for the ship. The E-Flexer concept has been continuously developed in line with future environmental requirements, and through its technical design and high degree of innovation, it can fulfill and exceed both existing and future international requirements. The Guillaume de Normandie is also equipped with a shore connection with an output of 8 MW for high-speed charging of the batteries, which also enables a completely fossil-free stay when in port. With the installed battery capacity, the vessel can operate at speeds of up to 17.5 knots on batteries alone. The ship's engines can be powered by marine diesel (MGO), liquefied natural gas (LNG), biodiesel or biogas. In addition, the PTI/PTO system with the Battery Power function can be used for propulsion at sea or maneuvering in port. The system is scalable, which means that in the future, the Guillaume de Normandie can operate entirely on batteries or with a combination of the different fuels. The ship's modern interior (designed by Figura Arkitekter AB) has been especially created for the current route and with clear influences from Normandy. The ship is certified for 1300 passengers along with 2410 lane meters of cargo, whereof 176 lane meters for personal cars. The E-Flexer series is based on a basic concept with vessels larger than most existing RoPax ferries and features a highly flexible design. Each ship is tailored to customers' needs, both commercially and technically. An optimized design of the hull, propellers and rudders along with opportunities to incorporate new environmentally friendly technology contribute to the E-Flexer vessels being at the absolute forefront in terms of sustainability and performance as well as cost and energy efficiency. "It is with great satisfaction and pride that we have now taken delivery of the twelfth E-Flexer vessel in the series," says Stena RoRo AB Managing Director Per Westling . "Within the framework of the E-Flexer concept, there has been continuous technical development and we can offer our customers flexible and future-proof propulsion systems that by a wide margin meet both today's and future environmental requirements. The large battery hybrid system we installed on the Guillaume de Normandie means that the ship can operate optimally, in step with regulatory developments, or in accordance with the operator's own policies." The Guillaume de Normandie is chartered to Brittany Ferries for 10 years. The total of five E-Flexer ships ordered by Brittany Ferries are renewing and modernizing the company's current fleet of cargo and passenger ships. The first ferry, the Galicia , was delivered in the autumn of 2020, the second in November 2021 , the third in December 2023 . The Saint-Malo was delivered in October 2024 , which is the fourth vessel in the series, and the Guillaume de Normandie in December 2024 , the fifth and final ship. Stena RoRo currently has 15 confirmed orders at CMI Jinling, Weihai shipyard for E-Flexer vessels, as well as two orders for New Max RoRo vessels. Twelve vessels have now been delivered. Stena E-Flexer orders: 1. Stena Line : Stena Line network in the Irish Sea; delivered in 2019 2. Stena Line ; Stena Line's network in the Irish Sea, delivered in 2020 3. Brittany Ferries: Brittany Ferries network; delivered in 2020 Long-term charter agreement 4. Stena Line : Stena Line network in the Irish Sea; delivered in 2021 5. DFDS; DFDS network; delivered in 2021 Long-term charter agreement 6. Brittany Ferries: Brittany Ferries network; delivery 2021 Long-term charter agreement; LNG operation 7. Stena Line ; Stena Line network, delivered from the shipyard in May 2022 Extended version 8. Stena Line ; Stena Line's network, delivered from the shipyard in September 2022 Extended version 9. Brittany Ferries: Brittany Ferries network; delivered in December 2022 Long-term charter agreement, LNG operation 10. Marine Atlantic; Marine Atlantic network, delivered in February 2024 Long charter agreement; LNG operation with battery-hybrid installation 11. Brittany Ferries: Brittany Ferries network, delivered in 2024 Long charter agreement; LNG operation with battery-hybrid installation 12. Brittany Ferries: Brittany Ferries network, delivered in 2024 Long charter agreement; LNG operation with battery-hybrid installation 13. Corsica Linea, Corsica Linea network, delivery 2026 LNG operation with battery-hybrid installation 14. Attica Group, delivery April 2027 Methanol-ready, battery-hybrid installation 15. Attica Group, delivery August 2027 Methanol-ready, battery-hybrid installation E-Flexer No. 12 specifications for Brittany Ferries: Length: 194.7 m Draught: 6.5 m Beam: 27.8 m Capacity: 1300 passengers and 2410 lane meters, of which 176 lane meters are intended for automobiles Passenger cabins: 222 distributed over four decks Speed: 23 knots (17.5 on batteries only Photos: CMJS Shipyard Captions: For more information, please contact: Per Westling , Managing Director, Stena RoRo AB Tel: +46 31 855154; +46 704 85 51 54 Email: [email protected] Since 1977, Stena RoRo has led development of new marine RoRo, cargo and passenger concepts. We provide custom-built vessels, as well as standardized RoRo and RoPax vessels. The company leases about fifteen vessels to operators worldwide, both other Stena companies and third parties. Stena RoRo specializes above all in using its technical expertise for the design and production of new vessels and the conversion and technical operation of existing vessels in order to deliver tailor-made transport solutions to its customers. We call this "Stenability". Since 2013, we have had responsibility for the design and completion of Mercy Ships' new hospital vessel the Global Mercy – the world's largest civilian hospital ship. The ship was delivered in 2021. www.stenaroro.com Brittany Ferries is a French ferry company and tour operator based in Roscoff, France . The company was founded by an agricultural cooperative in Breton for exporting vegetables to the UK. The first ferry voyage was from Roscoff to Plymoth on January 2, 1972 , the day after the UK joined the EEC – the European Economic Community, the predecessor to the EU. The cargo consisted of artichokes and cauliflower. The company quickly expanded with more ships and routes when it became clear that the biggest market was British tourists who wanted to explore Brittany and later Normandy as well. Brittany Ferries presently operates 14 routes connecting France , Great Britain , Spain and Ireland . In a normal year, the company has sales of approximately 450 million Euros and transports approximately 2.5 million passengers and 205,000 freight units. The company is still largely owned by French farmers, supported by the regions of Brittany and Normandy, and prides itself on being the largest employer of seafarers in France . www.brittanyferries.com This information was brought to you by Cision http://news.cision.com https://news.cision.com/stena-roro/r/stena-roro-takes-delivery-of-the-battery-hybrid-vessel-guillaume-de-normandie,c4086104 The following files are available for download:Luka Doncic returns to the lineup and scores 27 as the Mavericks beat the Trail Blazers 132-108

The Nora Eccles Harrison Museum of Art’s gift shop has added a Christmas-themed section featuring garlands, books, toys and hand-crafted ornaments, which will run through Dec. 31. As it stands, NEHMA’s gift shop currently offers many different items geared towards exhibits they have showcased in the past such as jewelry, books, clothing, ceramics and more. They also sell artwork from local artists. Calvin Knapp, a marketing and public relations coordinator for NEHMA, said the museum staff viewed the addition of holiday products as an easy decision to make. “With all of the festivities going on in Logan, NEHMA just really wanted to be a part of that in any way we can,” Knapp said. “We have that really awesome, kind of gift shop space going on in our lobby already and it just felt like a natural fit to put some holiday items out there that fit the timing perfectly.” The Twelve Days of Kindness by Sophie Beer is a book featured in the holiday section at the museum. NEHMA’s Coordinator of Events and Visitor Services Chiara Elwood Sorensen said one reason the book was chosen was due to children often visiting the museum. Elwood Sorensen said though the book is holiday-themed, she hopes it shares a lesson with kids that charitable acts can happen all throughout the year. “This is a way to kind of bring that home,” Elwood Sorensen said. “Especially for our kids who come to the museum...really delightful illustrations.” The book is one of a five-book series titled, It’s Cool to be Kind. While stocking-stuffers can range from candy to trivial toys, Knapp reflected on what gift-giving represents. “I think when you give a gift... the thought and care that’s gone into making that product really translates when it’s given as a gift representing your care for that person,” Knapp said, later adding, “The more thought and quality behind the gift, the more of an impact it has.” NEHMA will also offer a sale at the gift shop from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Dec. 14, where members of the museum will receive a 30% discount and the public will receive a 15% discount. There will also be hot chocolate, cider, other refreshments and activities for kids. To become a member of the museum or for more information, visit NEHMA’s website .Thailand midfielder Worachit Kanitsribumphen believes that the War Elephants will have no problems taking on the Philippines on the artificial grass surface at Manila's Rizal Memorial Stadium. Thailand, who topped the Group A standings after four straight victories, are scheduled to face the Philippines in the away leg of the AFF Mitsubishi Electric Asean Cup semi-final on Friday. The Philippines reached the last four stage of the regional championship after finishing runners-up in Group B. Worachit said: "I am not saying that we won't have any problems playing on the artificial pitch, but I think we will adjust to it if we train well. I don't think it will be a cause for any major concern for us. "The Philippines have a number of foreign-based stars and their players have good potential. We need to avoid making any mistakes against them. If we can do that, I am sure we will win the away leg of the semi-final. "It is in fact good that we are playing the first game away. We can count on home support in the second leg and accomplish whatever is needed to be done. "Even if we end up with a draw on the artificial pitch, we will still have the home ground advantage in the second leg to make amends." The match will kick off at 8pm (Thai time) on Friday and will be televised live by Thai Rath TV (32), AIS Play, True Sport 2 (667) and the BG Sports channel on YouTube. Meanwhile, Thai League 1 defending champions Buriram United extended their lead to six points following a 1-0 victory over Muang Thong United on Sunday night. Guilherme Bissoli netted the winner in the 68th minute after the Kirins were reduced to ten men on 55 minutes when Theerapat Laohabut was handed his second yellow card of the night.

Boots shoppers who spend £38 on Liz Earle can get £55 worth of full sized products freeScientists believe the lives of much of the world's population could be improved if DNA technology is applied in an integrated way in three areas critical to the tropics. Matt Field is an Associate Professor in Bioinformatics at James Cook University. He was lead author of a JCU-based study that looked at solutions to challenges involving health, biodiversity , and food production for people living in the tropics. He said by 2050, the tropics are projected to be home to more than 50% of the world's population and 80% of its biodiversity. "However, these regions are relatively less developed economically, with agricultural productivity substantially lower than temperate zones , a large percentage of its population having limited health care options, and much of its biodiversity understudied and undescribed," said Dr. Field. He said residents of the tropics are more likely to live in extreme poverty , with an average life expectancy of just 60 years across the region worldwide. But Dr. Field said the booming science of genomics can help. "Genomics focuses on the structure, function and evolution of an organism's complete set of DNA, including all of its genes." "Coupled with the 'One Health' approach—which is an integrated, unifying process that balances and optimizes the health of people, animals and the environment—it can create long-term, sustainable solutions for many problems found in the tropics." He said advances in technologies such as DNA sequencing and other high-throughput analytical methods are increasing data generation rates. "Encouragingly, the positive impact of these technologies is growing across health, biodiversity and food production however challenges remain regarding sequencing cost, infrastructure and data sharing agreements," said Dr. Field. He said an increasing number of research institutes are studying how best to apply molecular techniques to solve specific challenges in the tropics. The JCU-based Centre for Tropical Bioinformatics has been driving this work within Australia. "By embracing the One Health approach, we can address some of the biggest challenges in the tropics across health, food production and biodiversity and improve the lives of almost half the world living in tropical regions ," said Dr. Field. The paper is published in the journal Globalization and Health . More information: Andrew Calcino et al, Harnessing genomic technologies for one health solutions in the tropics, Globalization and Health (2024). DOI: 10.1186/s12992-024-01083-3

American consumers are feeling less confident about the economy just weeks before 's return to office, according to new data. measuring US consumers' sentiments dropped 8.1 points to 104.7 in December, coming in under consensus expectations for an increase, the nonprofit think tank said on Monday. The index seeks to capture consumers' assessments of the current business and labor market and their views on where things could be headed in the coming months. The latter weighed heavily on this month's decline, with the so-called expectations index—which measures consumers' short-term outlook on income, business, and the labor market—falling 12.6 points to a five-month low of 81.1, the organization said. That's close to a threshold of 80 that typically signals a , the Conference Board said in a press release. The data marks a steep turnaround after two months of growing consumer optimism. "While weaker consumer assessments of the present situation and expectations contributed to the decline, the expectations component saw the sharpest drop," The Conference Board's chief economist Dana M. Peterson said in a press release, adding, "Compared to last month, consumers in December were substantially less optimistic about future business conditions and incomes." The survey's write-in responses suggest that concerns about "politics," including the results of the November elections, and could be fueling consumers' concerns, the press release said. A special question on this month's survey saw 46% of consumers saying they expect tariffs to raise the cost of living, consistent with a University of Michigan poll that found more consumers are looking to make big purchases to avoid in the future, in part due to tariffs' upward pressure on . The potential for tariffs to boost US jobs, one of Trump's main selling points, doesn't appear to be helping consumers feel more optimistic. Just 21% said they expect tariffs to create more US jobs, The Conference Board said. "Pessimism about future employment prospects returned after cautious optimism prevailed in October and November," Peterson said. Trump has floated 25% tariffs on imports from Canada, China, and Mexico, and recently threatened 100% tariffs on the group of emerging market countries. 's stock, often seen as a bellwether for consumer health, tumbled after the survey's release, down 3% as of Monday midday. As a cheap retailer popular among low-income consumers, Walmart is typically a defensive play, seeing an influx of investors when the economy is in bad shape. It's had a blockbuster year despite relatively high sentiment, though, surging 70% year-to-date to outperform the S&P Global Luxury Index. Strategist Jim Paulsen has warned that this seeming contradictory stock play could be a sign of a bubbling recession. "It's odd when so many signals currently indicate stock market optimism, that investors are favoring the quintessential 'defensive' retailer (which relatively would do best if a recession was imminent) over the most aggressive luxury stocks," Paulsen wrote on Substack earlier this month. Read the original article on( MENAFN - AFP) Asian traders shifted tentatively Tuesday as they battled to track another record on Wall Street owing to fresh China-US worries, while the euro extended losses on concerns of Political and economic upheaval in France. A tech-led rally in the Dow and S&P 500 helped New York Stocks to a strong start to the month, having enjoyed a healthy November on hopes that US President-elect Donald trump will usher in more business-friendly measures. Investors are also looking ahead to the release of US jobs data at the end of the week which could play a key role in the federal Reserve's decision on whether to cut interest rates again. The mixed performance in Asia followed a recent run-up that was helped Monday by manufacturing activity data suggesting China's economic struggles may be coming to an end. In early trade on Tuesday, Tokyo, Sydney, Seoul, Singapore and Manila were all higher but Hong Kong, Shanghai and Wellington retreated. Fuelling uncertainty was news that Washington had announced new export restrictions taking aim at Beijing's ability to make advanced semiconductors in the latest volley in the tech standoff between the world's leading economies. The moves step up existing US efforts to tighten curbs on exports of state-of-the-art AI chips to China. Beijing hit back, saying the United States "abuses export control measures" and has "hindered normal economic and trade exchanges". The mood was also tinted by worries over Trump's second term in the White House, particularly after he warned last month that he would hit China, Canada and Mexico with heavy tariffs. "Although recent (manufacturing) data revealed that November saw the fastest expansion in factory activity in months -- likely boosted by exporters rushing to get ahead of Trump's anticipated tariff storm -- the broader economic outlook remains fraught with uncertainty," said Stephen Innes at SPI Asset Management. "This complex tapestry of market dynamics -- China's manufacturing uptick, the deepening economic concerns, and the dollar's assertive rally -- are all intricately linked to Trump's aggressive trade posturing. "His vows of imposing hefty tariffs as soon as he enters the Oval Office next month cast long shadows over the Asian markets, making investors both wary and watchful." On currency markets, the euro weakened against the dollar and was sitting at lows not seen since October last year, owing to a brewing political crisis in France, the eurozone's second-largest economy. Prime Minister Michel Barnier faces the risk of being deposed in a no-confidence vote, expected on Wednesday, after he used executive powers to force through controversial social security legislation without a vote. The left wing and the far-right National Rally of Marine Le Pen said they would back a motion bringing down the minority government, which has been in power for just three months. The yield on French government debt rose in another sign of investor concern. France must now pay as much to borrow for 10 years as Greece. - Key figures around 0230 GMT - Tokyo - Nikkei 225: UP 1.7 percent at 39,180.06 (break) Hong Kong - Hang Seng Index: DOWN 0.4 percent at 19,478.28 Shanghai - Composite: DOWN 0.3 percent at 3,354.50 Euro/dollar: DOWN at $1.0491 from $1.0499 on Monday Pound/dollar: DOWN at $1.2649 from $1.2654 Dollar/yen: UP at 149.82 yen from 149.54 yen Euro/pound: DOWN at 82.93 from 82.97 pence West Texas Intermediate: UP 0.2 percent at $68.21 per barrel Brent North Sea Crude: UP 0.2 percent at $71.97 per barrel New York - Dow: DOWN 0.3 percent at 44,782.00 points (close) London - FTSE 100: UP 0.3 at 8,312.89 (close) MENAFN02122024000143011026ID1108948906 Legal Disclaimer: MENAFN provides the information “as is” without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. 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SUNRISE, Fla. — Nikita Kucherov scored before he was ejected for kneeing Matthew Tkachuk, and the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Florida Panthers 4-0 in a chippy game on Monday night. Jake Guentzel and Mitchell Chaffee also scored for Tampa Bay in its fifth win in six games. Brandon Hagel had an empty-netter, and Anthony Cirelli and Victor Hedman collected two assists apiece. Jonas Johansson made 36 saves in his first shutout of the season and No. 4 for his career. Florida had won four in a row, including a 4-2 victory at Tampa Bay on Sunday. Tkachuk had to be helped off the ice and to the dressing room after Kucherov crashed into his right leg late in the first period. Kucherov was given a five-minute major penalty and a game misconduct for the hit, and Tkahcuk returned a couple minutes into the second. Sergei Bobrovsky made 25 stops for the Panthers. Takeaways Lighting: Hagel scored a short-handed goal with 5:42 left. The Lighting allowed two short-handed goals in the opener of the home-and-home set. Tampa Bay Lightning right wing Mitchell Chaffee (41) scores against Florida Panthers goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky (72) during the first period of an NHL hockey game Monday, Dec. 23, 2024, in Sunrise, Fla. Credit: AP/Rhona Wise Panthers: Went 0 for 4 on the power play. They got off to a slow start and then played better in the second period, but couldn't finish their offensive chances. Key moment Chaffee made it 3-0 with his seventh goal of the season 16:24 into the first period. It was Tampa Bay's ninth power-play goal in December and No. 26 on the season. Key stat The Lightning were assessed nine penalties for a total of 37 minutes, and the Panthers were called for nine penalties for 26 minutes. Up next Both teams return to action on Saturday after the league's holiday break. The Panthers host Montreal, and the Lightning host the New York Rangers.

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Southern California jumped to No. 4 in The Associated Press women's college basketball poll on Monday after edging UConn. The Trojans moved up three spots in the AP Top 25 after beating the then-No. 4 Huskies 72-70 on Saturday night in a rematch of last season's Elite Eight game that UConn won. "It feels great to get the dub always," USC star JuJu Watkins said after the victory. "I think it hit a little different knowing the history of last year and how they sent us home." This was the Trojans' first win ever over UConn. "This is a really significant win, and it's a really significant win because of the stature of UConn's program and what Geno Auriemma has done for our sport," USC coach Lindsay Gottlieb said. "It doesn't matter to me that they haven't won a championship in a couple years. There's still a way that they prepare, a way that they play, that makes you better, and it made us better." UCLA, South Carolina and Notre Dame remained the top three teams. The Bruins received 30 of the 32 first-place votes from a national media panel. The Gamecocks and the Fighting Irish each got one first-place vote. UConn fell to seventh behind Texas and LSU. Maryland, Oklahoma and Ohio State rounded out the top 10 teams. Duke dropped five spots to No. 14 after losing to South Florida on Saturday. The Blue Devils' other two losses this season were to Maryland and South Carolina. The Bulls are 7-6 on the season, with four of those losses coming against ranked opponents (UConn, Louisville, TCU and South Carolina). Alabama jumped back into the poll at No. 20 two weeks after falling out. The Crimson Tide had an impressive 82-67 victory over Michigan State, handing the Spartans their first loss of the season. It was Alabama's first victory over a ranked opponent this year. The Southeastern Conference has eight teams in the poll this week with Alabama's return. The Big Ten is next with seven. The ACC has six while the Big 12 has three and the Big East one. No. 23 Michigan at No. 4 USC, Sunday. The Wolverines start Big Ten play with a trip to Los Angeles to face the Trojans on Sunday and then the Bruins a few days later. Coach Kim Barnes Arico's young team is off to a 10-2 start. Get local news delivered to your inbox!