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After the US, Elon Musk now plans to shake up UK politics with a $100 million donationA bumper pace of new share sales across the Middle East in 2024 is expected to continue next year, even though a few recent disappointing trading debuts have flashed warning signs on valuations. Firms have raised $13bn from initial public offerings in 2024, marking the Middle East’s second-best year since the pandemic. But unlike in previous years, buoyant early returns are no longer a given. The three largest Gulf offerings of the year — Talabat Holding PLC, OQ Exploration & Production SAOG and Lulu Retail Holdings PLC — had muted debuts recently after drawing significant demand. Lulu and Talabat’s deals were both upsized at a late stage, potentially leading to oversupply, some analysts said. “Investors are expressing more sensitivity on valuation, and are more attuned to paying for growth companies as opposed to just buying the yield opportunities,” according to Ali Khalpey, head of equity capital markets at EFG Hermes. Still, as Gulf governments continue a push to diversify their economies and deepen capital markets, market participants expect the rush of listings to continue. “I don’t see anything stopping it,” said Andrew Briscoe, Bank of America Corp’s head of equity capital markets syndicate in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. “IPOs haven’t all worked well of late, but I don’t think it stops the issuance levels, although it might impact investor interest.” For context on how busy it’s been, the United Arab Emirates is set to be the leading venue for listings in the broader Europe, Middle East and Africa region for the third year in a row, according to data compiled by Bloomberg. The UAE and Saudi Arabia also rank among the top ten venues for share sales globally. There were also sizeable IPOs outside those markets. Two large deals helped Oman leapfrog the likes of UK and Germany by total volume of share sales. The sultanate has a further pipeline of about 30 assets it wants to privatise, including logistics company Asyad Group and Oman Electricity Transmission Co, while OQ also plans to line up further listings in coming years. In the UAE, Abu Dhabi’s flag carrier Etihad Airways is considering a landmark IPO that could make it the first Gulf hub carrier to go public, while a conglomerate owned by Dubai’s ruler is weighing two real estate listings. Other potential deals include a classifieds website, an information technology services firm and a construction company. Saudi Arabia is also likely to see a string of listings, potentially including low-cost carrier Flynas, buy-now-pay-later unicorn Tabby and tech firm Ejada. The country’s wealth fund, which has been on a drive to raise cash, could sell stakes in medical procurement firm Nupco and a port operator. EFG Hermes’ Khalpey expects the kingdom to generate the largest number of IPOs next year, including both state-owned and private businesses. “Many companies have scaled over the last few years and want to take advantage of the positive macro trends in the kingdom,” said Khalpey, whose bank has advised on the highest number of listings in the Gulf in 2024, according to Bloomberg’s league tables. “That’s going to crystallise in a number of IPOs from different sectors.” Recent Saudi listings such as United International Holding and Tamkeen have tended to buck the trend of muted early trading seen in the UAE and Oman. While the uptick in IPO activity in the US and Europe has given investors more choice and an opportunity to be more discerning, there are reasons to believe more international money will flow to the Gulf. The IPO boom of recent years has meant that Middle Eastern volumes are becoming a larger part of global indexes, making it harder for global fund managers to ignore the region, according to Rami Sidani, head of frontier investments at Schroder Investment Management. Lulu’s IPO, for one, drew in Vanguard Group Inc and Singapore sovereign wealth fund GIC Pte. Meanwhile, about 60% of Saudi Aramco’s $12bn sale of existing shares was allocated to foreign investors, a marked shift from its 2019 listing, where only 23% of the shares went to international buyers. That deal was one of three share offerings by public companies in the Middle East this year. While sales of new and existing shares in listed firms are still relatively rare in the Gulf, more are expected next year. That will give investors opportunities to top up on stocks they might have missed out on during IPOs, while also helping firms reach the level of free float they need to be included in indexes. “Companies looking to do follow-ons will have to compete for investor attention amid a number of new names,” said Samer Deghaili, co-head of investment banking for the Middle East, North Africa and Turkey at HSBC Holdings Plc, which is the top-ranked institution for regional equity offerings by value, according to Bloomberg’s league tables. “For a company to do a follow-on, they will have to offer a strong growth story where investors can still come in and top up in the stock,” Deghaili said. Related Story Qatar-Morocco 2024 Year ends with Tbourida art shows Ajyal 2024 marks Qatar–Morocco 2024 YoC

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Shoppers at the Wood Village Walmart in Oregon, hoping to find groceries or holiday gifts, also learned that employees could soon be wearing body cameras. “I think if it helps with theft, then that makes sense. It wouldn’t bother me if they were wearing them,” shopper Jennifer Robinson said. The nation’s largest retailer is currently testing the technology at one store in Texas, and it could soon be seen in Walmart stores across the Pacific Northwest. “The retail industry continues to contend with increasing levels of shoplifting and violence, often due to the involvement of organized retail crime groups,” said David Johnston with the National Retail Federation. Walmart is not saying much except: “This is a pilot we are testing in one market, and we will evaluate the results before making any long-term decision.” CNBC reported that a company document instructs employees to “record an event if an interaction with a customer is escalating.” Earlier this year, TJ Maxx, HomeGoods and Marshalls began equipping some of their workers with body cameras. “Retailers have implemented a number of safety and security measures, including adding or increasing uniform security or law enforcement presence in stores,” Johnston added. Many stores are also locking up products that require a clerk to open shelves. Retailers reported a 93% increase in shoplifting incidents last year compared to before the pandemic, costing them more than $121 billion. Back in Wood Village, Alice Bailey hopes body cameras will improve the customer experience. “It kind of makes sense — so they can keep an eye on things because the people that are shoplifting and taking things, that’s trickling down to the people that’s actually paying for the stuff,” she said. “It’s always good to try something because everything else is not working.”Pelote's 24 lead Western Carolina over Milligan 78-69

Garden enemy Trae Young out to shoot Hawks past Knicks in NBA CupMELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — The Australian Senate was debating a from social media Thursday after the House of Representatives overwhelmingly supported the age restriction. The bill that would make platforms including TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, Reddit, X and Instagram liable for fines of up to 50 million Australian dollars ($33 million) for systemic failures to prevent young children from holding accounts It is likely to be passed by the Senate on Thursday, the Parliament’s final session for the year and potentially the last before elections, which are due within months. The major parties’ support for the ban all but guarantees the legislation will become law. But many child welfare and mental health advocates are concerned about unintended consequences. Unaligned Sen. Jacqui Lambie complained about the limited amount of time the government gave the Senate to debate the age restriction, which she described as “undercooked.” “I thought this was a good idea. A lot of people out there thought it was a good idea until we looked at the detail and, let's be honest, there's no detail,” Lambie told the Senate. Opposition Sen. Maria Kovacic said the bill was not radical but necessary. “The core focus of this legislation is simple: It demands that social media companies take reasonable steps to identify and remove underage users from their platforms,” Kovacic told the Senate. “This is a responsibility these companies should have been fulfilling long ago, but for too long they have shirked these responsibilities in favor of profit,” she added. The House of Representatives on Wednesday overwhelmingly carried the bill 102 votes to 13. Once the legislation becomes law, the platforms would have one year to work out how they could implement the ban before penalties are enforced. The platforms complained that the law would be unworkable, and urged the to delay the vote until at least June next year when a government-commissioned evaluation of made its report on how young children could be excluded. Critics argue the government is attempting to convince parents it is protecting their children ahead of general elections due by May. The government hopes that voters will reward it for responding to parents' concerns about their children's addiction to social media. Some argue the legislation could cause more harm than it prevents. Criticisms include that the legislation was rushed through Parliament without adequate scrutiny, is ineffective, poses privacy risks for all users, and undermines parental authority to make decisions for their children. Opponents of the bill also argue the ban would isolate children, deprive them of the positive aspects of social media, drive them to the dark web, discourage children too young for social media to report harm and reduce incentives for platforms to improve online safety.

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Los Angeles, CA, Dec. 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Los Angeles, CA – WARP, a tech-driven leader in middle-mile logistics, will showcase its groundbreaking supply chain innovations at NRF ’25 Retail’s Big Show, taking place in New York, January 12-14, 2025. WARP’s exhibition at Booth #2412 will feature its full spectrum of middle-mile supply chain solutions, including a powerful new integration of AI, machine learning (ML), and advanced technology that promises to dramatically reduce logistics costs while enhancing operational efficiency and visibility. WARP’s advanced platform has already transformed the logistics landscape by optimizing every load, every time, while delivering substantial savings. The company’s innovative network includes over 50 cross-docks and 9,650 carriers nationwide, all working in synergy to ensure greater flexibility, visibility, and cost-effectiveness for Fortune 500 companies. “We are excited to demonstrate how WARP’s innovative middle-mile solutions can help top-tier retailers and e-commerce brands save millions by reimagining their logistics strategy,” said Daniel Sokolovsky, CEO and Co-Founder of WARP. “What we’re doing is disrupting a traditional industry with data-driven, AI-powered solutions that deliver unmatched operational performance, improved visibility, and significant bottom-line savings.” WARP blurs the lines between LTL, FTL, and parcel delivery, combining the best elements of each to create a dynamic, highly efficient logistics system. Using its AI-enabled technology and groundbreaking consolidation techniques, WARP brings together over 8 types of vehicles, ranging from 53-foot trailers to cargo vans and even sedans, creating a seamless connection between shippers, fulfillment centers, distribution hubs, and last-mile sortation. “At WARP, we believe that true innovation isn’t just about cutting-edge technology—it’s about delivering a superior customer experience at every touchpoint,” said Troy Lester, Co-Founder and Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) of WARP. “By combining AI-driven optimization with a deep focus on customer-centricity, we’re not just improving the speed and cost of shipping—we’re enhancing the overall experience for our partners, ensuring they get the right goods, at the right time, in the right place, every time.” “This is only the beginning of our technology roadmap,” said Diep Nguyen, Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of WARP. “We’re incredibly excited to continue evolving our platform by feeding more data and volume into the network, which will benefit shippers, cross-docks, and carriers alike. As we scale, the increased flow of data will allow us to refine our algorithms, further optimize routes, and offer even greater efficiencies and cost savings to our partners.” The company’s platform offers Fortune 500 shippers and other large enterprises an opportunity to streamline their supply chains with: WARP’s tech-enabled solutions help reduce logistics costs, enhance supply chain agility, and increase sustainability—all while improving customer satisfaction and operational resilience. WARP is a technology-enabled logistics leader, focused on transforming middle-mile operations for high-density, high-demand supply chains. With an integrated platform connecting shippers, carriers, and warehouses, WARP provides scalable solutions that deliver unmatched efficiency, sustainability, and reliability. The company’s comprehensive suite of tools—including real-time tracking, cross-docking, and route optimization—empowers companies to cut costs and achieve greater visibility, flexibility, and operational success. For more information on how WARP can help transform your logistics network, visit

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OAKLAND – The Alameda County District Attorney’s Office offered a bombshell this week related to a federal public corruption scandal that has engulfed Oakland City Hall politics for half of 2024. For the first time since the FBI-led June 20 raids , there’s new evidence linking figures named in the sprawling federal investigation. Here is what the DA’s Monday court filing says: The Duong family — led by its patriarch, David Duong, and his son, Andy Duong — allegedly authorized multiple secret payments to an Oakland political operative, with the goal of swaying the 2022 mayoral election of candidate Sheng Thao. By doing so, the family’s recycling company, California Waste Solutions, could remain in a favorable position to continue reaping millions of dollars in lucrative city contracts. In all, the Duongs, CWS and ABC Security Services, a city security contractor , funneled at least $295,000 before and after the November 2022 election to the political operative. The exact breakdown of payments remained unclear Monday, though the Duongs sent the operative at least $75,000 of that total before the election, prosecutors alleged. The operative then used at least some of that money to send racially charged and unflattering mailers targeting Thao’s political opponents — Loren Taylor and Ignacio De La Fuente — to thousands of Oakland voters, days ahead of the 2022 election. Thao, then a District 4 councilmember, ended up beating Taylor by just 677 votes out of 113,735 ballots counted. The Duongs’ political operative of choice was Mario Juarez, a former two-time Oakland City Council candidate who in recent years has come under multiple criminal investigations for his business dealings. Around the 2022 election, prosecutors claim, Juarez channeled tens of thousands of dollars from his business checking account to his daughter’s high school checking account, in an attempt to avoid paying for the pro-Thao mailers. Nearly $54,000 in checks he wrote for the mailers later bounced, county prosecutors say. Afterward, Juarez and the Duongs continued doing business together — co-founding a company called Evolutionary Homes that purported to build homes out of revamped shipping containers for homeless women and children. Their partnership ended in a dramatic confrontation on May 3, 2024 at the company’s Oakland waterfront offices, after the Duongs accused Juarez of defrauding them and failing to deliver on their $1 million investment in the company, court records show. Juarez has since joined David and Andy Duong as a central figure in the FBI’s public corruption investigation. He’s widely believed to be cooperating with federal authorities. Juarez’s Fruitvale District home was shot up 11 days prior to the raids — an attack that Oakland police have called a failed attempt to kill him. Some of the money Juarez allegedly received during the 2022 election ended up in the hands of Thao’s boyfriend. Financial records obtained by prosecutors show Juarez wrote him two checks totaling $7,500 immediately after the election. Monday’s filing is the first documented connection between Andre Jones and Juarez. The purpose of the $7,500 payment sent after November 2022 remains unclear. It is unknown where Jones was working at the time. Up until 2021, Jones was employed by the state’s Bureau of Cannabis Control. Before that, he worked in Oakland City Hall as chief of staff to Oakland City Councilmember Rebecca Kaplan. There, he met Thao in 2012, while she worked as an intern and recent graduate from UC Berkeley. Federal investigators have sent subpoenas asking for the calendars of Thao and Jones, as well as records involving Juarez, California Waste Solutions, Evolutionary Homes and the former Oakland Army Base. The federal government’s investigation is ongoing and no one has been charged with a crime. Jakob Rodgers is a senior breaking news reporter. Call, text or send him an encrypted message via Signal at 510-390-2351, or email him at jrodgers@bayareanewsgroup.com.

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Pink had a surprise in store for fans who saw her November 18 show in Orlando, Florida. During a cover performance of Queen's "We Will Rock You," her seven-year-old son Jameson Hart played the drums alongside drummer, Brian Frasier-Moore. The pop star was wrapping up her Summer Carnival tour but decided to let her son join in on the fun. Pink's husband, Carey Hart, had been the one to share the video of Jameson drumming to social media in a loving post. The first in the slideshow on Instagram was his son rocking out, followed by a photo posing hilariously with his drumsticks. "Last show Jamo made his drumming debut," Hart wrote. "Thanks @bfm22 for not only being the baddest drummer in the game, but an epic teacher to Jamo this last few months." "Blown away by Willz how she has evolved on this tour as a performer, singer, and what life will bring her on the stage," he added, giving credit to his daughter and wife. "And to the baddest performer in the game. You have pushed through injury, fatigue, home sickness, illness, mom-ing, and every other diversity you could imagine. I couldn't be more proud of you. That's a wrap." A post shared by instagram Earlier in the year, Pink, 43, also sang along with her daughter Willow, 13, for a performance of "What About Us" at the Democratic National Convention in August. "Just do your thing," she encouraged her daughter at the time. "Whatever you don't sing, I will. It's going to be brilliant. OK? I'll be ready."Nigerian forward, Ademola Lookman inspired Atalanta’s spirited comeback in an electrifying Champions League encounter at Gewiss Stadium on Tuesday night. Despite early dominance by Real Madrid, with goals from Kylian Mbappé, Vinícius Júnior, and Jude Bellingham, Atalanta responded valiantly. Charles De Ketelaere’s penalty and Lookman’s second-half strike kept the contest alive, reducing the deficit to 3-2. PUNCH Online reports that Real Madrid displayed their attacking brilliance, edging Atalanta 3-2 in a pulsating Champions League Group Stage clash. Mbappé opened the scoring early before Vinícius and Bellingham added goals in quick succession. Atalanta fought back through Ketelaere’s penalty and Lookman’s strike, making for a nervy finish. Real Madrid’s star-studded lineup delivered a thrilling performance to reignite their faltering Champions League campaign on Tuesday, securing a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Serie A leaders Atalanta. Related News Ederson, Mbappé, Haaland lead FIFPro men’s world 11 Project Mbappé: Stop pushing kids to be like me, Madrid star warns parents UCL: Real Madrid face crucial test at Atalanta Mbappé injury scare, 50th UCL goal However, Madrid had to survive a late scare when Mateo Retegui missed a golden opportunity to equalize in stoppage time. The victory, only Madrid’s third in the competition’s revamped league phase, leaves the 15-time champions in 18th place and facing an unseeded playoff position. Kylian Mbappé made headlines early, scoring his 50th Champions League goal in stunning fashion. The French forward expertly controlled a pass from Brahim Díaz with his left foot, darted past a defender, and fired a precise right-footed shot into the far corner to give Madrid a 1-0 lead in the 10th minute. At 25 years and 356 days, Mbappé became the second-youngest player to reach the 50-goal milestone, trailing only Lionel Messi, who achieved the feat at 24 years and 284 days in 2012. Mbappé reached the mark in 79 matches, making him the fourth fastest behind Ruud van Nistelrooy (62 games), Messi (66), and Robert Lewandowski (77). Despite his milestone, Mbappé’s night was cut short when he exited late in the first half with a suspected leg injury. He was replaced by Rodrygo as Madrid held on to claim a crucial win.MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — The Australian Senate on Thursday began considering a ban on children younger than 16 years old from social media after the House of Representatives overwhelmingly supported the age restriction. The world-first bill that would make platforms including TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, Reddit, X and Instagram liable for fines of up to 50 million Australian dollars ($33 million) for systemic failures to prevent young children from holding accounts is likely to be passed by the Senate on Thursday, the Parliament’s final session for the year and potentially the last before elections, which are due within months. The major parties’ support for the ban all but guarantees the legislation will become law. But many child welfare and mental health advocates are concerned about unintended consequences. Unaligned Sen. Jacqui Lambie complained about the limited amount of time the government gave the Senate to debate the age restriction, which she described as “undercooked.” “I thought this was a good idea. A lot of people out there thought it was a good idea until we looked at the detail and, let's be honest, there's no detail,” Lambie told the Senate. The House of Representatives on Wednesday overwhelmingly carried the bill 102 votes to 13. Once the legislation becomes law, the platforms would have one year to work out how they could implement the ban before penalties are enforced. The platforms complained that the law would be unworkable, and urged the Senate to delay the vote until at least June next year when a government-commissioned evaluation of age assurance technologies made its report on how young children could be excluded. Critics argue the government is attempting to convince parents it is protecting their children ahead of general elections due by May. The government hopes that voters will reward it for responding to parents' concerns about their children's addiction to social media. Some argue the legislation could cause more harm than it prevents. Criticisms include that the legislation was rushed through Parliament without adequate scrutiny, is ineffective, poses privacy risks for all users, and undermines parental authority to make decisions for their children. Opponents of the bill also argue the ban would isolate children, deprive them of the positive aspects of social media, drive them to the dark web, discourage children too young for social media to report harm and reduce incentives for platforms to improve online safety.

Matt Gaetz says he won't return to Congress next year after withdrawing name for attorney generalPITTSBURGH (AP) — The decorations outside Acrisure Stadium suggested Christmas. The play on the field by the home team hinted at another holiday entirely. Groundhog Day. Like Bill Murray in the iconic movie — set about 90 minutes northeast of Pittsburgh in Punxsutawney — it’s not that the Steelers are reliving the same day (or in their case, season) over and over exactly. It’s that no matter what plan they come up with in a frantic effort to get to the other side, they seem to end up right back where they started. Competitive sure. But a contender? Ehhhh. Despite a series of aggressive moves — particularly on offense — that was considerably “unSteeler-like” in the offseason, Pittsburgh finds itself in familiar territory following a 29-10 loss to Kansas City on Wednesday: likely heading on the road in the first round of the playoffs, perhaps as a considerable underdog. While there is still time for Pittsburgh (10-6) to turn it around before a first-round playoff game on the second weekend in January, it’s running out quickly. So too is the patience of those weary of being stuck on the treadmill of “good but hardly great” for far too long. RELATED COVERAGE Lions try to close in on NFC’s top seed when they visit the eliminated 49ers Penix and the Falcons at Daniels and the Commanders in prime-time meeting of 1st-round rookie QBs Texans look for answers after embarrassing 31-2 home loss to the Ravens Outside linebacker Alex Highsmith — who is 0-3 in the postseason since being drafted in 2020 — wondered aloud afterward if there’s enough “want to” on the roster. Safety DeShon Elliott bemoaned communication issues that have cropped up, the kind of thing that is tolerable in Week 2, not so much in Week 17. Coach Mike Tomlin described a performance against the Chiefs in which his team was outclassed at seemingly every turn “junior varsity.” That may be being charitable. And while the offense certainly has its issues (see below), the reality is the NFL’s highest-paid defense has lost its way during a three-game slide that has dimmed the considerable optimism that surrounded the club after Thanksgiving. Pittsburgh is allowing an average of 402 yards during the skid and while the Chiefs seemed to have plenty of juice at the end of the same three games in 11 days stretch the Steelers endured, their opponents appeared to be gassed. Patrick Mahomes did whatever he wanted as usual and Pittsburgh failed to get a single sack or produce a turnover. There were opportunities. Linebacker Mark Robinson forced a fumble on a punt return only to see someone in red-and-white fall on the loose ball. Linebacker Patrick Queen let a tipped pass in Kansas City territory fall through his arms for an incompletion. Earlier in the season, Pittsburgh was making those plays. Though it should be noted, the competition then wasn’t on the scale of what it has faced against Philadelphia, Baltimore and the two-time defending Super Bowl champions. The road has gotten considerably harder, just as the Steelers knew it would when the schedule was released in May. Like Phil Connors in “Groundhog Day,” however, knowing what’s coming and being able to navigate it are two different things. It took Connors a while to figure things out — anywhere from a few months to 25 or more years depending on who you ask — Pittsburgh doesn’t have eternity to get it right if it wants to avoid a quick first-round playoff exit for the fourth time in five years. It has just over two weeks. And the clock is ticking. Maybe all the way back to 6 a.m. Because it sure looks like it’s Groundhog Day. Again. What’s working Not much. One of the few bright spots on a difficult day was the 36-year-old Russell Wilson’s ability to make plays with his feet. He ran for a season-high 55 yards, his best single-game total since September 2023. What needs help One of the reasons Wilson had to run is because on some plays, he had no choice while playing behind a youth-laden offensive line that looks as if it is wearing down late in the season. The Chiefs sacked Wilson five times — some of which, to be clear, were because of Wilson’s indecisiveness — even with perennial Pro Bowl defensive end Chris Jones out while nursing a calf injury. Pittsburgh wants to be a team that imposes itself physically on the opponent. That has simply not happened during the current slide. The opponents have dictated the terms, particularly along the line of scrimmage. Turning that around this deep into a season may be a difficult ask. Stock up Jaylen Warren is becoming the more dynamic option at running back. Warren has 37 touches for 212 yards during the three-game slide, while Najee Harris has 31 touches for 144 yards. Harris could become a free agent in March after the Steelers declined to pick up his fifth-year option. While Harris — who has topped 1,000 yards rushing in each of his first four seasons — certainly has a future in the NFL, it seems increasingly likely that it will be elsewhere. Stock down Offensive coordinator Arthur Smith. His egalitarian approach to play-calling allows everyone to get involved. That’s not a bad thing during the dog days in the middle of the season. It keeps players at all levels of the depth chart engaged and adds wrinkles opponents need to account for. Yet in the final weeks, the ball should be finding its way to the established difference-makers more frequently. Calling a run for Cordarrelle Patterson — the league’s oldest running back — on third-and-3 near midfield as Smith did late in the first half makes little sense. Injuries Perhaps the most jarring thing about Pittsburgh’s swoon is that the Steelers are generally healthy. Sure, they missed cornerback Joey Porter Jr. (knee) against Kansas City, but the rest of the 21 starters on offense and defense were in the lineup. Key number 0. The number of opening-drive touchdowns scored by the Steelers this season. For a group that has trouble “warming up to the game” as Tomlin likes to say, consistently being put in a position to play from behind against quality teams such as the ones Pittsburgh will see in the playoffs is inadvisable. Next steps Rest up, heal up and try to find a way to restore some of its swagger ahead of a meeting with AFC North rival Cincinnati on the first weekend in January. ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl

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After two tied runoff elections and two recounts, the on Monday evening selected three potential candidates to replace in the Montana House. The longtime state representative from Billings was in the Montana Senate. State Rep. Emma Kerr-Carpenter, D-Billings, speaks during a public forum at the MSU Billings College of Education on Dec. 15, 2022. Kelker, 81, , leaving an opening for her in the upper legislative chamber. The unanimously selected Kerr-Carpenter, 35, to serve the remainder of Kelker’s term, which ends on Jan. 4, 2027, from among three candidates nominated by the local Democrats. Billings Democrat Emma Kerr-Carpenter is sworn in by Judge Colette Davies on Dec. 3 to serve in the Montana Senate. Yellowstone County Commissioners Don Jones (left) John Ostlund (center) and Mark Morse (right) appointed Kerr-Carpenter, who represents District 46 in the Montana House, to replace state Sen. Kathy Kelker, who resigned on Nov. 13. Later this month, the commission is expected appoint a new representative to serve Kerr-Carpenter's two-year term in the House. Kerr-Carpenter, who has represented central Billings in the legislature since 2018, was re-elected on Nov. 5. Her appointment to the state Senate, leaves her position in open just ahead of the Jan. 6 start of the legislative session. By state law, when a vacancy occurs, the central committee from the outgoing lawmaker’s political party nominates three potential successors. The county commissioners then select one of them to appoint. The local Democrats’ top picks to replace Kerr-Carpenter are , and . Joy, 60, a special needs assistant for Billings Public Schools, is currently serving her on the council. When she was first elected to represent Midtown and the South Side in 2017, she was the only member of the in Montana. Billings City Councilwoman Denise Joy poses for a portrait at Moav Coffee House after becoming Montana's only elected member of the Democratic Socialists of America in November 2017. , who previously served on the council with Joy, spoke on her behalf. He said she couldn’t miss the council meeting to be present when the party selected nominees on Monday evening because she’s the only member with a perfect attendance record. Choriki praises Joy’s work for Billings neighborhoods “That’s especially interesting because she was there the night after her ,” Choriki said. “She’s been a tireless advocate for the working class and other minorities. ...And she has those years of experience of knowing what’s going on with the government and what the city needs from the state legislature.” Nicholson, 70, ran in the Nov. 5 election for a four-year term serving parts of Southwest and central Billings in . Although he lost by 608 votes, or , to longtime local leader Republican Mike Yakawich, he said, he learned a lot by listening to voters during his campaign. Retired psychiatrist Dr. Mark Nicholson leaves a flyer at a home on Prickett Lane in Billings while campaigning for Montana Senate District 24 on Sept. 27. “We really need to continue our traditional Democratic work of making the system work for people,” Nicholson said. “But we also have to convince them that we’re doing that.” Nicholson shares what he heard on the campaign trail of 2024 If appointed, Nicholson said, he’d start helping working people by focusing on expanding Medicaid, reducing property taxes, improving education and curbing crime. Ross, 39, also competed for a legislative seat on the Nov. 5 ballot. Republican Curtis Schomer, however, won the two-year term to serve parts of Southwest Billings in , by 641 votes, or . Ross said her education studying art and psychology at MSU coupled with her experience working in mental health care for Youth Dynamics and being a parent made her want to start fighting for underdogs. Billings artist and property manager Anne Ross ran for a two-year term representing Southwest Billings in in the Nov. 5 election. “I definitely saw how close we all are to homelessness, to instability in our finances and things like that. We’re all just one lost paycheck away from something that could spiral into something much deeper,” she said. “Realizing that gave me a lot more empathy for the people who are struggling to get by.” Ross talks about fighting for Montana’s underdogs Becky Riedl, chairwoman for the local Democrats, said she plans to submit the three nominees to the Yellowstone County Commission by 5 p.m. Wednesday. The commissioners will then have 15 days to appoint Kerr-Carpenter’s successor. Riedl said Kelker hasn't given a reason for her resignation. She did not respond to the Gazette's request for an interview. Get local news delivered to your inbox!

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