Netflix series re-ignites JonBenet Ramsey case but gives no answersOTTAWA — A Liberal MP says his committee colleagues are wasting time by launching a third inquiry into the former employment minister instead of focusing on important legislation for Indigenous Peoples. Jaime Battiste, who is Mi'kmaq, said there has been an "attack" on fellow Liberal MP Randy Boissonnault, who left his position as employment minister on Wednesday after allegations of shifting claims of Indigenous identity and questions around his past business dealings. Boissonnault has been the subject of two ethics committee probes, and Battiste said a third one by the Indigenous and northern affairs committee is "a waste of time, and it seems to be the Conservatives' way of ensuring that nothing gets done in the House of Commons." The Conservatives, NDP and Bloc Québécois all supported pushing ahead with the third study, even after Boissonnault left cabinet. Though Liberal MPs did not object to the motion Thursday, Battiste said the committee's time would be better spent studying legislation on important issues such as First Nations policing, a modern treaty commissioner and clean water for First Nations. "It’s very much my fear and frustration that politics is now becoming more important at the Indigenous and northern affairs committee than actually Indigenous Peoples that we're there every day to try to make life better for," he said. NDP MP Lori Idlout, who is a member of the committee, said Canadians deserve answers and she doesn't expect the probe to cut into the committee's other work. "It's not a waste of time to have MP Boissonnault answer for why his identity kept changing. Pretending to be Indigenous is a serious matter and we need to have him be transparent to all Canadians." Boissonnault came under intense scrutiny after the National Post reported that a company he previously co-owned described itself as wholly Indigenous-owned in order to apply for government contracts set aside for Indigenous businesses. He has been described as Indigenous multiple times in communications from the Liberal party, and in 2018 referred to himself as "non-status adopted Cree" — a statement he has repeated on other occasions. He also said his great-grandmother was a "full-blooded Cree woman." He has since clarified that his adoptive mother and brother are Métis, and he apologized for his shifting claims last Friday. The House ethics committee has separately investigated Boissonnault's past business dealings after media reports alleged he remained involved in the company he co-founded after he was re-elected in 2021 and joined the federal cabinet. Opposition MPs passed a motion in the House of Commons on Tuesday — a day before Boissonnault left cabinet — for the employment minister to appear as a witness to discuss his claims to Indigenous identity. But because Boissonnault is no longer in cabinet, the Liberal chair of the committee ruled Thursday that newly minted Employment Minister Ginette Petitpas Taylor is technically the person the motion called to testify. "I figured this might happen," said Conservative MP and committee member Jamie Schmale. "If there are games to be played here and we have Minister Petitpas Taylor attend, I don't think that goes to the spirit of the House order. I don't think it would be very responsible to go against that ... It's Randy Boissonault that the House determined it needs and is ordered to appear along with several other witnesses. That's who we expect to be in that seat." A new motion from the Conservatives calls directly for Boissonnault to appear at the committee. One of the key concerns raised about Boissonnault in recent weeks is related to the government's Indigenous business procurement strategy. A directory provides the federal government with names of businesses it could consider using to meet its Indigenous procurement target, which states a minimum five per cent of the total value of government contracts should be held by Indigenous-owned businesses. Indigenous Services Minister Patty Hajdu told a House of Commons committee on Tuesday that the company Boissonnault founded was not listed on that directory. Battiste suggested the committee will now be in a position of determining who is eligible for Indigenous programming and determining who is Indigenous, and as a First Nations person he does not agree with that. "I have a lot of concern because no First Nations, Métis or Inuit in this country are asking committees — who are filled with non-Indigenous Peoples — to determine our identity, who we are." Schmale and Bloc MP Sebastian Lemire, who is also a member of the committee, did not immediately respond to requests for comment. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 21, 2024. Alessia Passafiume, The Canadian PressCARSON, Calif. — The LA Galaxy finished 26th in the 29-team Major League Soccer standings just one season ago, and their biggest supporters boycotted certain matches to protest a decade of poor performance. The most successful club in league history seemed light years away from its luminous prime. When the Galaxy raised the MLS Cup again Saturday amid confetti and fireworks, their spectacular transformation was complete. In only one year, a team that was profoundly lost had rediscovered its peerless championship pedigree. "We won this trophy, and it's finally back where it belongs," striker Dejan Joveljic said. Joseph Paintsil and Joveljic scored in the first half, and the Galaxy won their record sixth MLS Cup championship with a 2-1 victory over the New York Red Bulls. After striking twice in the first 13 minutes of the final, the Galaxy nursed their lead through a scoreless second half to raise their league's biggest trophy for the first time since 2014. MLS' most successful franchise struggled through most of the ensuing years, but everything changed after LA spent smartly in the offseason to build a high-scoring new lineup topped by Paintsil, Joveljic and Gabriel Pec. The Galaxy finished second in the Western Conference and streaked through the postseason with an MLS playoff-record 18 goals in five games to win another crown. "I'm just so proud of this group after the challenges that we (had) and the way they bounced back and competed as a group," Galaxy coach Greg Vanney said. "We spent a lot of energy at the start, but I'm just so proud of these guys. They've cemented themselves as legends in this club." The Galaxy even won this title without perhaps their most important player. Riqui Puig, the playmaking midfielder from Barcelona who ran their offense impressively all season long, tore a ligament in his knee last week in the conference final. Puig watched this game in a suit, but the Catalan catalyst's teammates hadn't forgotten him: After his replacement, Gastón Brugman, set up LA's opening goal with a superb pass in the ninth minute, Paintsil held up Puig's jersey to their roaring fans during the celebration. "I was really waiting for this moment," said Paintsil, who scored his 14th goal of an impressive season. "I'm much more, 10 times faster than them, and Gaston saw the space. ... It was really a good thing. We did it for Riqui, and we did it for our family that came, and our supporters." Just four minutes later, Joveljic sprinted past four New York defenders and chipped home his 21st goal. Brugman was named the MLS Cup MVP after a commanding performance in midfield. The Uruguayan hadn't started a match for the Galaxy since Oct. 5 after an injury-slowed season, playing only as a postseason substitute before the final. "I dreamed of that yesterday, of something I could give to the team," Brugman said of his pass to Paintsil. "Today, it happened." Sean Nealis scored for the seventh-seeded Red Bulls, whose improbable postseason charge ended one win shy of their first Cup championship. With the league's youngest roster, New York fell just short of becoming the lowest-seeded team to win the tournament under first-year German coach Sandro Schwarz. "I love these guys," Schwarz said. "Some guys, they are crying. In the big picture, that's a start. Sometimes when you lose the final, it's tough, but you use this experience to create the next energy, the next intensity." Galaxy goalkeeper John McCarthy made four saves to win his second MLS title in three seasons, but Nealis beat the 2022 MLS Cup MVP in the 28th minute when he volleyed from the penalty area. The second half was lively: Red Bulls captain Emil Forsberg hit the outside of the post in the 72nd minute, while Pec and Galaxy substitute Marco Reus nearly converted chances a few moments later. The ball got loose in the Galaxy's penalty area in the third minute of extra time, but two Red Bulls couldn't finish. After Galaxy owner Phil Anschutz received the MLS Cup that bears his name because of his steady financial support of the league during its shaky years, Galaxy captain Maya Yoshida carried the trophy to his teammates for the celebration. The Galaxy extended their lead over DC United (4) for the most MLS Cup championships in league history. The Red Bulls remain one of three original MLS franchises never to win the title, along with FC Dallas and the New England Revolution. The Galaxy finished 17-0-3 this season at their frequently renamed suburban stadium, where the sellout crowd of 26,812 for the final included several robust cheering sections of Red Bulls supporters hoping to see their New Jersey-based club's breakthrough. But this season was about the Galaxy's rebirth. The club famous for employing global stars from David Beckham and Zlatan Ibrahimovic to Robbie Keane and Javier "Chicharito" Hernández swiftly turned itself into a contender again by acquiring young talents without international fame. The Galaxy signed Pec from Brazil and grabbed Paintsil, a Ghanaian playing in Belgium. The duo combined with Joveljic to form a potent attack with orchestration from Puig, one of MLS' best players. "Losing a guy like Riqui after the performance he put in all season was devastating," McCarthy said. "Even if he wasn't on the field, we did it for him." Get local news delivered to your inbox!
PISCATAWAY, N.J. (AP) — Luke Altmyer found Pat Bryant for a catch-and-run, 40-yard touchdown pass with 4 seconds left, sending No. 24 Illinois to a wild 38-31 victory over Rutgers on Saturday. Illinois (8-3, 5-3 Big Ten) was down 31-30 when it sent long kicker Ethan Moczulski out for a desperation 58-yard field goal with 14 seconds to go. Rutgers coach Greg Schiano then called for a timeout right before Moczulski’s attempt was wide left and about 15 yards short. After the missed field goal was waved off by the timeout, Illinois coach Bret Bielema sent his offense back on the field. Altmyer hit Bryant on an in cut on the left side at the 22, and he continued across the field and scored untouched in a game that featured three lead changes in the final 3:07. Rutgers (6-5, 3-5) gave up a safety on the final kickoff return, throwing a ball out of bounds in the end zone as players passed it around hoping for a miracle touchdown. Altmyer was 12-of-26 passing for 249 yards and two touchdowns. Bryant finished with seven receptions for 197 yards. Altmeyer put Illinois in front with a 30-yard TD run with 3:07 to go. He passed to Josh McCray on the 2-point conversion, making it 30-24. Rutgers responded with a 10-play, 65-yard drive. Athan Kaliakmanis had a 15-yard run on fourth down. He passed to running back Kyle Manangai for a 13-yard TD with 1:08 remaining. Illinois then drove 75 yards in eight plays for the unexpected win. Kaliakmanis was 18 for 36 for 174 yards and two touchdowns. He also had 13 carries for 84 yards and two TDs. Monangai had a career-high 28 carries for 122 yards. Kaliakmanis found Ian Strong for a 2-yard touchdown in the final seconds of the first half, and he scored on a 1-yard run to lift Rutgers to a 24-15 lead early in the fourth quarter. Illinois responded with Aidan Laughery’s 8-yard TD run, setting up the roller-coaster finish. The start of the second half was delayed because of a scrum between the teams. There were no punches thrown and the officials called penalties on both schools. Monangai become the third player in Rutgers history to rush for 3,000 yards when he picked up 4 on a third-and-1 carry early in the second quarter. The defending conference rushing champion joins Ray Rice and Terrell Willis in hitting the mark. Illinois: The great finish keeps the Illini in line for its first nine-win season since 2007 and a prestigious bowl game this season. Rutgers: The Scarlet Knights were seconds away from their first in-conference three-game win streak since joining the Big Ten in 2014. Illinois: At Northwestern next Saturday. Rutgers: At Michigan State next Saturday. AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/college-football and https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-pollJust when it looked like being a fairly regulation Champions League night, Manchester City delivered yet again. City’s late capitulation at home to Feyenoord was the shock result as the group stage entered its fifth round of matches. There were 40 goals in nine games, a few thrashings and contrasting fortunes for two of Europe’s most prolific strikers. Here at the big talking points from Tuesday night. Pep Guardiola marked by Manchester City collapse Isn’t it amazing how a few defeats can lead to utterly scrambled minds. Manchester City may have ended their five-game losing run with a 3-3 draw against Feyenoord but the rueful, sad smile on Pep Guardiola’s face at full-time reflected another humiliating night that may have actually been the worst result of their horrific recent run. Advertisement This was arguably the most un-City-like thing to have happened in the last month. Being 3-0 up and absolutely cruising with 16 minutes to go...they just don’t throw away leads like this. In fact, no one does. No team in Champions League history has ever had a three-goal lead that late in a game and not gone on to win. The reasons and excuses are running out. This was nothing to do with injuries and judging on the red marks on his forehead Guardiola was literally left scratching his head. Josko Gvardiol started the panic with another error (he contributed to two of Tottenham Hotspur ’s goals on Sunday), sending a terrible, bouncing back-pass too short for Ederson , gobbled up by Anis Hadj-Moussa. Guardiola put his head in his hands and looked bereft. Perhaps he knew what was coming. Thereafter, City’s game management was found wanting. At 3-2 up with a couple of minutes to go they were still taking quick free-kicks and defending on the halfway line, allowing a ball over the top which led to David Hancko ’s dramatic equaliser. Video for UK readers INCREDIBLE SCENES AT THE ETIHAD! 😳 From 3-0 down, Feyenoord are now DRAWING 3-3 with Man City! #UCLonPrime pic.twitter.com/pMUCrA0jLD — Amazon Prime Video Sport (@primevideosport) November 26, 2024 Video for U.S. readers FEYENOORD COME BACK FROM 3-0 DOWN TO STUN MANCHESTER CITY 😱 pic.twitter.com/HWB2NGMOjN — CBS Sports Golazo ⚽️ (@CBSSportsGolazo) November 26, 2024 It was the 14th goal they have conceded in just four matches. Feyenoord brutally exposed the fragility, nervousness and lack of confidence of a team which has won every trophy imaginable in the last three years but has forgotten how to win football matches. Next up? Liverpool at Anfield in the Premier League on Sunday. Toothless PSG are not helping themselves We are used to Paris Saint-Germain not converting their domestic dominance into Champions League success, but at least they always get out of the group stage. PSG have been in the competition exclusively since 2012 (winning 10 of 12 Ligue 1 titles in that time) and have progressed to at least the last 16 in every season. Advertisement However after yet another defeat in the revamped group stage, losing 1-0 away at Bayern Munich , PSG are now in real danger of not even reaching the play-offs for the last 16. They currently sit 26th in the table on four points from five matches (scoring just three goals) and still have to face Manchester City (home) and Stuttgart (away) in their final three fixtures. Although to be fair that City game looks pretty easy right now. Luis Enrique is building a long-term project in Paris, moving away from the galacticos era and trying to create a young, cohesive team with and without the ball. They were also hampered by having to play most of the second half with 10 men after Ousmane Dembele’s red card. But he’s not helping himself with some odd decisions, like keeping Gianluigi Donnarumma out the team in favour of Matvey Safonov who was at fault for the winning goal in Munich (Donnarumma has had his issues with set pieces too, it must be said). Video for UK readers Kim Min-jae puts Bayern ahead against PSG! PSG get it all wrong from the corner 😬 📺 @tntsports & @discoveryplusUK pic.twitter.com/cF38X8Ld0A — Football on TNT Sports (@footballontnt) November 26, 2024 Video for U.S. readers Right place, right time as Kim Min-jae heads it home 💥 pic.twitter.com/o5p2blYEk2 — CBS Sports Golazo ⚽️ (@CBSSportsGolazo) November 26, 2024 Enrique deserves leeway because of PSG’s new long-term approach but with the talent they still have it would be a disaster if they finished outside the top 24 in the group stage. Perhaps PSG just don’t have enough match-winners. Bradley Barcola epitomises their contrasting form at home and abroad, with 10 goals in 12 Ligue 1 appearances and not a goal or assist to speak of in the Champions League. Sporting feel the No-Amorim Effect On the night that one of the new kings of European football was all set to ascend to his throne, it was left to an old stager to show him how it was done. Viktor Gyokeres hasn’t had many off-nights lately. In 25 matches this season Gyokeres had only failed to score in six of them, netting 33 goals and leading to suggestions he could break Lionel Messi ’s record for the most goals in a campaign. Advertisement Well, against one of the best centre-back pairings in Europe in Gabriel and William Saliba , Gyokeres endured a frustrating night, only managing a couple of attempts in what was a dreadful night for a Sporting team very much missing their old manager Ruben Amorim. Video for UK readers What a start for Arsenal 👏 Bukayo Saka puts it on a plate for Kai Havertz to extend the Gunners' lead ⭐ 📺 @tntsports & @discoveryplusUK pic.twitter.com/Xpm3Vp8vRp — Football on TNT Sports (@footballontnt) November 26, 2024 Video for U.S. readers The nutmeg assist from Bukayo Saka was COLD 🥶 pic.twitter.com/0exJSacKOt — CBS Sports Golazo ⚽️ (@CBSSportsGolazo) November 26, 2024 It ended 5-1 to serene Arsenal , who picked up where they left off against Nottingham Forest at the weekend with some sublime goals, carving through Sporting at will. Gabriel even mugged Gyokeres off by copying his celebration after scoring the third. Gyokeres is good, but he has an awful long way to go to reach the standard set by someone like Robert Lewandowski, whose two goals in Barcelona ’s breezy 3-0 victory at home to Brest saw the Pole reach a new landmark. He is just the third player to reach 100 Champions League goals, after Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo , and he helped put Barcelona in a dominant position in second place with 12 points. They are also the top scorers in the competition with 18 goals from five matches. USMNT’s Pulisic joins Champions League’s form players Who are the most in-form players in the group stage so far? Raphinha is up there, so too Gyokeres, Lewandowski, Harry Kane , Jonathan David and Vinicius Junior . Christian Pulisic is definitely in the conversation too for a return of three goals and one assist from his five appearances, adding to five goals and four assists in Serie A so far this season. Advertisement On the day a trailer dropped for a new documentary series about America’s captain/Captain America, featuring contributions from Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Jurgen Klopp, imaginatively titled ‘Pulisic’, the 26-year-old continued his fine recent form by giving AC Milan the lead in Bratislava. To the relief of Tim Howard and AC Milan’s media team, no, he didn’t do the Trump dance. Video for UK readers Pulisic opens the scoring for Milan! A lovely run and finish after Abraham plays him through 🤝 📺 @tntsports & @discoveryplusUK pic.twitter.com/x4u6TkeROx — Football on TNT Sports (@footballontnt) November 26, 2024 Video for U.S. readers Christian Pulisic with pace to burn 🔥 Another Champions League goal for Milan's in-form man ⭐️ pic.twitter.com/DP1l96qWLR — CBS Sports Golazo ⚽️ (@CBSSportsGolazo) November 26, 2024 Milan weren’t all that convincing against the second-worst team in the competition (Bratislava have lost all five games, conceding 18 goals) but edged through 3-2 thanks to further goals from substitute Rafael Leao and Tammy Abraham. That victory at Real Madrid earlier this month has transformed Milan’s Champions League campaign and, despite losing their first two matches, they could well nick an automatic qualifying spot for the last 16 if they win their next two games, both at home to Red Star Belgrade and Girona . If they keep Pulisic and Leao fit and firing in the second half of the season, Milan could be ones to watch. Tuesday’s results What’s next? The remaining nine fixtures for match-week five of the eight-round league phase take place on Wednesday. (Top image: Amazon)
Williams-Dryden has 19 in West Georgia's 78-73 win over Tennessee TechMaximus Inc MMS shares are volatile in extended trading Tuesday after the company announced the cancellation of a contact center operations contract . What Happened: After the market close on Tuesday, Maximus said it received notification from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) that the federal agency has canceled the Contact Center Operations (CCO) 1-800-MEDICARE and Federal Marketplace solicitation. The company said the contract covered the same scope of work Maximus currently performs under separate contracts through option periods available until 2031. “Maximus employees have consistently demonstrated their ability to successfully manage this critical program providing essential support to more than 75 million eligible Americans who rely on Medicare and the Federal Marketplace,” said Bruce Caswell , president and CEO of Maximus. “We appreciate the opportunity to continue supporting HHS and CMS in their vital missions and look forward to delivering innovative, high-quality, and reliable solutions that benefit the American public.” Maximus helps improve the delivery of public services as a strategic partner to governments around the world. MMS Price Action: Maximus shares were volatile at the start of the after-hours session, but were trading approximately flat by the time of publication Tuesday at $73, according to Benzinga Pro . Read Next: Workday Stock Slides After Q3 Results Beat Expectations, FY Subscription Revenue Guidance Revised Lower Photo: Shutterstock. © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.
Published 4:18 pm Thursday, November 21, 2024 By Data Skrive Friday’s college basketball schedule has plenty of excitement, including a matchup between the Duke Blue Devils and the Arizona Wildcats, and there are our best bets against the spread for two games in this article. Watch men’s college basketball, other live sports and more on Fubo. What is Fubo? Fubo is a streaming service that gives you access to your favorite live sports and shows on demand. Use our link to sign up for a free trial. Not all offers available in all states, please visit BetMGM for the latest promotions for your area. Must be 21+ to gamble, please wager responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, contact 1-800-GAMBLER .Investors that have a high tolerance for risk might want to consider the ASX shares in this article. That's because they have just been named as buys with major upside potential. Here's what analysts are saying about them: ( ) The first small cap ASX share that is being tipped as a buy is Ai-Media Technologies. It is a technology company that allows many of the world's leading brands to caption their TV broadcasts, live streams, events, virtual meetings and more. It notes that its technology delivers over 7 million minutes of captioning, transcription, and translation for live and recorded media content, online events, and web streams every month. Morgans rates the company as a buy. Last week, its analysts said: Technology led captioning is the bulk of AIM's gross profit today and should exceed 90% within the next 12 months. Management has highlighted it will now aggressively pursue growth, targeting $60m of EBITDA by FY29, with the requirement of upfront investment in sales and product development. We see substantial share price upside if management achieve its target. We estimate that $60m of EBITDA in FY29 is worth $2.91 in FY29 or $1.44 today. This equates to a ~40% IRR, leaving substantial margin for error. The reward is, in our view, well worth the risk. Morgans has an add rating and $1.00 price target on its shares. This suggests that its shares could rise 27% from current levels. ( ) Another small cap ASX share that is highly rated is Paradigm Biopharmaceuticals. It is a biotechnology company focused on repurposing Pentosan Polysulfate Sodium (PPS) for the treatment of Osteoarthritis (OA) in the knee. If approved the drug will have the brand name Zilosul. Bell Potter notes that the "global market for a safe, effective treatment that provides superior patient outcomes compared to the standard of care is a multiple blockbuster." It adds: In the US along the incidence of moderate to severe osteoarthritis is estimated at 30m persons. The pricing of the drug will ultimately be determined by the economic benefit associated with its use as well as the cost of other therapies. The conservative estimate is US$2,500 per year which places the addressable market in the tens of billions of US$. In light of this, the broker is highly encouraged by recent trial data and the prospect of phase 3 studies starting next year. As a result, Bell Potter put a speculative buy rating and 80 cents price target on its shares last week. This implies potential upside of 38% for investors over the next 12 months.
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Experts shed light on what new PTI move would mean for economy KARACHI: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) plans to initiate a civil disobedience movement, encouraging overseas Pakistanis to limit their remittances, could hurt the economy, say experts. Former Prime Minister Imran Khan, who has been imprisoned since August 2023 on multiple charges, has threatened to launch a nationwide civil disobedience campaign from December 14 if party demands are not met. As part of this movement, overseas Pakistanis will be encouraged to reduce their remittances and participate in a boycott campaign. “If the PTI launches a civil disobedience movement, it could have serious consequences for Pakistan’s economy. Remittances, which bring in over $30 billion annually, might drop if people are encouraged to use informal channels like hawala instead of official banking systems,” said Saad Hanif, head of research at Ismail Iqbal Securities. “Political instability might scare off investors, weaken the rupee further, and drive up inflation, making life harder for ordinary people. Overall, it could disrupt the government’s plans and push the economy deeper into crisis,” he added. Awais Ashraf, director research at AKD Securities Limited, does not believe that potential civil disobedience will significantly impact remittance flows, as people send this money to support their families and some flows are earnings of freelancers. Remittances to Pakistan have increased to $11.8 billion in July-October FY25, up 34.7 per cent from the same period last year, providing crucial support to the external account. Both the government and the central bank anticipate that remittances will reach historic levels of $35 billion in FY25, averaging $2.9 billion per month so far. These significant inflows will strengthen the reserves, offering a much-needed boost to the economy. A senior banker said that we need to observe how Pakistani expatriates respond to the planned call. In reality, Pakistan regularly receives significant remittance inflows from its migrants working abroad, most of whom belong to the lower and middle classes and typically engage in blue-collar jobs in Gulf countries, particularly Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, he said. However, the expatriates who may have acquired nationality in their host countries often send funds back home during occasions such as Eid festivals, for Hajj, for charity, and for making investments in Pakistan. Khan’s latest announcement comes at a time when the nation’s struggling economy is on the mend, largely thanks to a bailout from the International Monetary Fund. As a result, inflation has decreased, dropping to 4.9 per cent in November. The current account balance shifted to a surplus of $218 million in the first four months of the fiscal year 2025, compared to a deficit of $1.528 billion in the same period last year. As of November, the foreign exchange reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan amounted to $12 billion, which is sufficient to cover more than two months of imports. Interest rates have also fallen, decreasing by 700 basis points to 15 per cent since June. Moreover, Pakistan’s benchmark stock index has performed well, surpassing 100,000 points. If the economy suffers as a result of the political unrest, the IT industry, which is already suffering from slow speed, is likely to experience more difficulties. The consistent internet disruptions and its slow speed are detrimental to the national economy in general and IT sector in particular, which will further affect adversely the economic activities and damage the reputation of the country if the situation persists, said Saad Shah, an IT exporter. As far as the IT sector is concerned, various IT companies are facing challenges to complete their projects on time despite their multiple efforts of working extra hours due to the prevailing internet situation. Large IT companies having annual contracts with local and foreign clients may survive through managing their work from offshore offices, but medium and small players including freelancers could not have options but to lose projects and clients, Shah added Hanif also expressed that “[civil disobedience] would reduce the country’s foreign exchange reserves. The government could also struggle to collect taxes and utility bills, worsening its financial problems and delaying important projects,” Hanif said. In a message posted on X, Khan announced the formation of a five-member negotiation team. This team is tasked with discussing two key demands with the government: the release of under-trial prisoners and the establishment of a judicial commission to investigate the incidents that occurred on May 9, 2023 and November 26, 2024 -- dates that saw significant protests from Khan’s supporters, which were met with a crackdown from the government and security forces.
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NEVER mind running around like mad dogs – it’s the defending like headless chickens Ruben Amorim needs to worry about. The Manchester United gaffer has demanded his side put in the hard yards if they want to be part of his Red revolution. Advertisement 11 Chris Wood celebrates bagging the decisive goal for Forest Credit: AFP 11 Bruno Fernandes cracked the goal of the game, albeit in vain Credit: Reuters 11 Ruben Amorim saw his Man Utd side suffer a rollercoaster ride Credit: Reuters But it won’t matter how far, how long and how much effort he gets, if the boys at the back drop the schoolboy clangers that gifted Nottingham Forest a win. Andre Onana was the chief culprit, the Cameroon keeper coming up with TWO absolute howlers early in the second half. Yet Bruno Fernandes had a hand in one of the away-day goals, while Matthijs de Ligt didn’t exactly cover himself in glory for another. Throw in the fact that Lisandro Martinez was comprehensively outmuscled and outjumped for Forest’s quickfire opener, and it really was a rude awakening for Amorim. Advertisement READ MORE TOP FOOTBALL 'UNITED LEGEND' Man Utd pay emotional tribute to receptionist Kath Phipps after sad death If last week’s loss at Arsenal was a reality check, this was a boot in the you-know-whats. For all Forest have gone to Anfield and won this season, United gift-wrapped this for them. Nikola Milenkovic is admittedly a man mountain of a centre back, but the challenge on him to meet Elliot Anderson’s early corner was non-existent, never mind powder puff. The Fernandes pass behind team-mate Leny Yoro that gave Forest possession and began the move for their second was shocking as well. Yet nowhere near as bad as Onana’s cock-up in letting Morgan Gibbs-White ’s fizzing strike scoot past him. Advertisement Most read in Football CELTIC 3 HIBS 0 Gray rues missed chances as MOTM Schmeichel racks up ANOTHER clean sheet Breaking STAR CRASH West Ham star Michail Antonio involved in crash as club shares health update 'MADE MY DAY' 'Furious' Doak hailed after calling out ex-Scotland team-mate on the pitch SIMPLY THE BEST Ianis Hagi says the BEST is yet to come from him at Rangers now 11 11 Wood powered home the decisive goal for forest Credit: Getty FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS And worse still was the keeper’s laughable effort in watching Chris Wood ’s looping header float past him for the third. Advertisement If at first you don’t succeed, cock it up again and again and again, clearly, as far as the clowns in United shirts were concerned on Saturday. David Beckham's Heartfelt Farewell to Kath Phipps Barely a minute had gone when they were joining Wolves by leaking a seventh goal from a corner this season, the joint worst record in the Premier League. Milenkovic couldn’t believe the space he had in thumping home his header. Well Amorim DID admit United were no longer a massive team. They certainly looked like small fry when the giant Serbian centre back leapt to thud Forest ahead. Advertisement It was a lead which should have been cancelled out within a couple of minutes, as Alejandro Garnacho curled in such a gift-wrapped cross it should have come wrapped in a bow. Yet inexplicably Rasmus Hojlund had over-run the ball and failed to make a connection from six yards. You could see fans all around Old Trafford scratching their heads at that. They did draw level on 18 minutes through the Danish striker, although it WAS pretty impossible to miss, mind you. 11 Bruno Fernandes gave Man Utd hope but their fine home run ended Credit: Reuters Advertisement 11 Milenkovic enjoyed his quickfire breakthrough for Forest Credit: PA 11 Nikola Milenkovic rose to head Forest in front early on Credit: Reuters 11 Rasmus Hojlund pounced on a rebound for United's 18th minute leveller Credit: Rex Manuel Ugarte slid a perfect pass through to Alejandro Garnacho, and when Matz Sels blocked his point blank effort, Hojlund tapped into an unguarded net from ten yards. Advertisement Now United would would cut loose, you thought. Now they would make the most of their monopoly of possession. But then again...because it was Forest who went closest. First Jota headed across the crossbar from Ryan Yates’ nod back, before de Ligt deflected a shot from the same player over the top. And when another corner caused yet more chaos – will United ever learn? – Milenkovic was a foot away from bagging his second goal in a Forest shirt with a snapped sidefooter. Not that United didn’t have moments of their own, mind, like the Fernandes free kick that clipped the crossbar. Advertisement But really it doesn‘t matter how good you are at one end, if you’re a laughing stock at the other. And yesterday, frankly United were on too many occasions. It’s why they were chasing the game again two minutes after the break, when another flying Forest start brought another Forest goal. This time it ended with the Gibbs-White shot that totally bamboozled Onana, even though it was only a foot away from him. The way he reacted suggested the low strike had bent like a Roberto Carlos free kick, but in truth moved no more than six inches. It was a shocker. Advertisement There have been plenty of them in the Cameroon keeper’s time at Old Trafford. Yesterday we got two for the price of one – the only debate was which was worse. For barely three minutes after coughing up one goal to Forest, Onana was handing them another – quite literally. Wood’s looping header at the far post was decent, but really should have posed little threat. Not to a keeper of any standing, anyway. De Ligt watched it arc past, no doubt expecting Onana to scoop it out of the air. Instead the United stopper watched it float just inside the opposite post. It was genuinely unbelievable. Advertisement Oh, and just for good measure, Onana also fluffed a clearing kick so badly that really should have led to yet another goal. It was like a throwback to the days of Massimo Taibi, the Italian who was a byword for joke goalkeeping at one stage of the Fergie era. Read more on the Scottish Sun FERRY WINDY Ferry stranded amid Storm Darragh as passengers stuck on ship for 12 hours HORROR BLAZE Huge fire erupts at Scots industrial estate as emergency crews race to scene Thank Heavens, then, for the right boot of Fernandes, whose sweeping strike from the edge of the box gave United half an hour to find an equaliser. The fact they never looked like doing so tells you everything. Amorim is indeed painfully spot on...United really aren‘t a massive team any more. Advertisement 11 Hojlund hails what he hoped would be a turning point for the Red Devils Credit: PA 11Stock market today: Wall Street hits records despite tariff talk
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Will Howard passed for two touchdowns and rushed for another, TreVeyon Henderson ran for a score and No. 2 Ohio State beat previously undefeated No. 5 Indiana 38-15 on Saturday. All Ohio State (10-1, 7-1 Big Ten, CFP No. 2) has to do now is beat Michigan at home next Saturday and it will earn a return to the Big Ten championship game for the first time since 2020 and get a rematch with No. 1 Oregon. The Ducks beat Ohio State 32-31 in a wild one back on Oct. 12. The Hoosiers (10-1, 7-1, No. 5 CFP) had their best chance to beat the Buckeyes for the first time since 1988 but were hurt by special teams mistakes and disrupted by an Ohio State defence that sacked Canadian quarterback Kurtis Rourke five times. “In life, all good things come to an end,” Indiana coach Curt Cignetti said. Late in the first half, Indiana punter James Evans fumbled a snap and was buried at his own 7-yardline with the Buckeyes taking over. That turned quickly into a 4-yard TD run by Henderson that gave the Buckeyes a 14-7 lead. Early in the second half, Caleb Downs fielded an Evans punt at the Ohio State 21, raced down the right sideline, cut to the middle and outran the coverage for a TD that put the Buckeyes up 21-7. It was the first time a Buckeye returned a punt for a touchdown since 2014. Howard finished 22 for 26 for 201 yards. Emeka Egbuka had seven catches for 80 yards and a TD. “Our guys just played with a chip today, and that’s the way you got to play the game of football,” Ohio State coach Ryan Day said. Indiana scored on its first possession of the game and its last, both short runs by Ty Son Lawson, who paced the Hoosiers with 79 rushing yards. Rourke, a 24-year-old from Oakville, Ont., is the brother of BC Lions QB Nathan Rourke. He was 8 for 18 for 68 yards. “We had communication errors, pass (protection), every time we dropped back to pass, something bad happened," Cignetti said. Indiana's 151 total yards was its lowest of the season. And it was the most points surrendered by the Hoosier's defence. The takeaway Indiana: Its special season was blemished by the Buckeyes, who beat the Hoosiers for the 30th straight time. Indiana was eyeing its first conference crown since sharing one with two other teams in 1967. That won't happen now. “Ohio State deserved to win,” Cignetti said. “They had those (third quarter scores), and we just couldn’t respond.” Ohio State: Didn't waste the opportunities presented by the Hoosiers when they got sloppy. The Buckeyes led 14-7 at the break and took control in the second half. An offensive line patched together because of multiple injuries performed surprisingly well. “We know what was at stake," Day said. “We don't win this game, and we have no chance to go to Indianapolis and play in the Big Ten championship. And that's real. We've had that approach for the last few weeks now, more than that.” Poll implications Some voters were obviously unsure of Indiana because it hadn't played a nationally ranked team before Ohio State. After this one, the Hoosiers will drop. All about Will Howard made history by completing 80% of his passes for the sixth time this season. No other Ohio State quarterback has done that. He completed his first 14 passes in a row and finished with a 85% completion rate. “I think Buckeye nation is now seeing, after 11 games, that this guy is a winner, he's tough, he cares about his teammates, he's a leader,” Day said. Up next Indiana hosts Purdue in the regular-season finale next Saturday. Ohio State hosts rival Michigan on Saturday. ___ 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 Mitch Stacy, The Associated PressNoneFive Questions with JCS District Teachers of the Year
Stock market today: Wall Street hits records despite tariff talkNEW YORK , Dec. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Report on how AI is driving market transformation - The global cryptocurrency market size is estimated to grow by USD 34.5 billion from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 16.64% during the forecast period. Rising investment in digital assets is driving market growth, with a trend towards acceptance of cryptocurrency by retailers. However, volatility in value of cryptocurrency poses a challenge. Key market players include AlphaPoint Corp., Binance Holdings Ltd., Bitcoinforme S.L., Bitfury Group Ltd., CEX.IO Ltd, Coinbase Global Inc., Dogecoin , FMR LLC, Gemini Trust Co. LLC, KuCoin, Ledger SAS, Marathon Digital Holdings Inc, Pantera Capital, Pintu Kemana Saja, Riot Platforms Inc., Ripple Labs Inc., Shiba Inu, WazirX, Xapo Bank Ltd., Cardano , and Valora. Key insights into market evolution with AI-powered analysis. Explore trends, segmentation, and growth drivers- View Free Sample PDF Cryptocurrency Market Scope Report Coverage Details Base year 2023 Historic period 2018 - 2022 Forecast period 2024-2028 Growth momentum & CAGR Accelerate at a CAGR of 16.64% Market growth 2024-2028 USD 34.5 billion Market structure Fragmented YoY growth 2022-2023 (%) 15.02 Regional analysis North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East and Africa Performing market contribution North America at 45% Key countries US, China, UK, Germany, and Switzerland Key companies profiled AlphaPoint Corp., Binance Holdings Ltd., Bitcoinforme S.L., Bitfury Group Ltd., CEX.IO Ltd, Coinbase Global Inc., Dogecoin, FMR LLC, Gemini Trust Co. LLC, KuCoin, Ledger SAS, Marathon Digital Holdings Inc, Pantera Capital, Pintu Kemana Saja, Riot Platforms Inc., Ripple Labs Inc., Shiba Inu, WazirX, Xapo Bank Ltd., Cardano, and Valora Market Driver The adoption of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ether has gained traction among the public, retailers, and merchants for everyday transactions. In 2022, major retailers, including Starbucks, accepting cryptocurrencies improved public perception and their use for financial transactions. Starbucks currently partners with third-party exchanges for cryptocurrency -to-cash conversions. In April 2022 , Starbucks introduced NFTs and cryptocurrencies for payments. Companies such as Tesla, PayPal, Microsoft, and AT&T accept cryptocurrencies for various transactions. Microsoft accepts Bitcoin for digital products and services. AT&T uses the BitPay processor for Bitcoin bill payments. EGifter is a platform for purchasing gift cards with Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies . Cryptocurrencies , such as Bitcoin , have a faster growth rate than inflation, providing businesses with a valuable savings option. For small businesses and retailers, accepting cryptocurrency as an alternative payment method is crucial for unexpected circumstances and market growth. Cryptocurrencies , like Bitcoin and Ethereum , are digital currencies based on decentralized technology called Blockchain. This technology allows secure, transparent transactions without the need for intermediaries. Global adoption of cryptocurrencies is on the rise, but price volatility remains a concern. Cybersecurity and theft risk are significant challenges, with regulatory outlooks varying worldwide. Energy consumption and environmental effects are topics of debate. Skilled developers are in high demand for financial services in this digital revolution. Consumer protection and financial stability are crucial. Digital assets offer investment opportunities, but beware of scams and fraudulent investments. Renewable energy and blockchain talent are keys to a sustainable future. Cryptography and decentralized systems ensure secure transactions on public ledgers. Altcoins, mining, digital wallets, encryption, trading, brokers, and cryptocurrency exchanges are essential components of this market. Fiat currency payment methods include ACH transfers and wire transfers. Hot wallets and cold wallets offer different levels of security. Be cautious of crypto scams, fraud , and romance scams. Bitcoin trusts and mutual funds are investment vehicles. Request Sample of our comprehensive report now to stay ahead in the AI-driven market evolution! The cryptocurrency market is characterized by extreme volatility due to the significant control held by a limited number of investors who trade high volumes on platforms and exchanges. In June 2022 , Bitcoin experienced a 10% one-day value drop from its November 2021 peak of USD69,000 per token. Other digital currencies, such as Shiba Inu and Dogecoin , also saw declines of over 15%. The absence of regulations and fees on trading platforms contributes to this volatility, allowing those holding large shares to manipulate value for profit. Major investors, including Accel, Ribbit Capital, and Insight Partners, have chosen not to include cryptocurrency in their portfolios due to these risks, potentially hindering the market's growth. The recent regulatory announcement in a certain country further exacerbated the market instability, causing significant drops in value for various cryptocurrencies . Cryptocurrencies , digital assets, offer financial innovation but bring challenges. Financial stability is a concern due to price volatility. Scams and fraudulent investments pose risks. Renewable energy and blockchain talent are keys to growth. Cryptography and decentralized systems ensure secure transactions on the public ledger. Altcoins, mining, and digital wallets expand the market. Encryption and trading require brokers and cryptocurrency exchanges. Fiat currency transactions via ACH and wire transfers are common payment methods. Hot wallets offer ease, cold wallets ensure security. Crypto scams, fraud , and romance scams threaten investors. Bitcoin trusts, mutual funds, and blockchain stocks offer investment vehicles. E-commerce, luxury goods, insurance payments, and cryptocurrency debit cards broaden use. Security is crucial, with encryption and decentralization providing solutions. Discover how AI is revolutionizing market trends- Get your access now! This cryptocurrency market report extensively covers market segmentation by Type 1.1 Bitcoin 1.2 Ethereum 1.3 Avalanche and others Component 2.1 Hardware 2.2 Software Geography 3.1 North America 3.2 Europe 3.3 APAC 3.4 South America 3.5 Middle East and Africa 1.1 Bitcoin - Bitcoin , the leading cryptocurrency with a market capitalization exceeding USD470 billion , is a digital currency that operates without central authorities. Its peer-to-peer (P2P) transfer system has gained global popularity, with 95% of interested parties aware of its existence. Bitcoin 's market dominance is substantial, surpassing Ethereum 's market cap by more than double. Tether , USD Coin, Binance USD, and DAI, pegged to the US dollar, are among the top cryptocurrencies in the top-20. In the US, approximately 8% of the population engages in cryptocurrency trading. Bitcoin 's decentralized system, the blockchain, records all transactions on a public ledger, ensuring transparency and security. This widespread adoption and unique features contribute significantly to the expansion of the global cryptocurrency market. Download a Sample of our comprehensive report today to discover how AI-driven innovations are reshaping competitive dynamics The cryptocurrency market is a dynamic and evolving landscape shaped by the adoption of decentralized currencies built on blockchain technology. This digital revolution offers a decentralized system for financial transactions, enabling peer-to-peer exchanges without intermediaries. Ethereum , Bitcoin , Litecoin , Ripple, and a multitude of altcoins are leading the charge. However, the market faces challenges such as price volatility, cybersecurity threats, and theft risks. Regulatory outlooks vary globally, impacting financial services and consumer protection. Energy consumption and environmental effects are also concerns, while the need for skilled developers and blockchain talent continues to grow. Renewable energy solutions and cryptography offer potential solutions to these challenges. Amidst this digital revolution, financial stability and consumer protection remain key priorities. Despite scams and fraudulent investments, the potential for innovation and disruption is immense. Cryptocurrencies , decentralized digital currencies built on blockchain technology, have revolutionized the financial landscape. Ethereum , the second-largest cryptocurrency , leads the charge in global adoption. However, price volatility remains a significant challenge. Cybersecurity and theft risk are concerns, with regulatory outlooks varying globally. Energy consumption and environmental effects are debated. Skilled developers are in high demand to build and secure the decentralized system. Financial services embrace cryptocurrencies , offering digital wallets, trading platforms, and investment vehicles like Bitcoin trusts and mutual funds. Consumer protection and financial stability are crucial. Renewable energy sources are being explored to reduce cryptocurrency 's carbon footprint. Blockchain talent, cryptography, and decentralized transactions form the backbone of this digital revolution. Transactions are recorded on a public ledger, with altcoins, mining, and cryptocurrency exchanges playing key roles. Digital wallets, encryption, and trading brokers facilitate transactions. Fiat currency payment methods like ACH transfers and wire transfers can be used for cryptocurrency purchases. Hot and cold wallets offer different levels of security. Cryptocurrency scams and fraudulent investments are risks to be aware of. Cryptocurrency debit cards and insurance payments are emerging use cases. 1 Executive Summary 2 Market Landscape 3 Market Sizing 4 Historic Market Size 5 Five Forces Analysis 6 Market Segmentation Type Bitcoin Ethereum Avalanche And Others Component Hardware Software Geography North America Europe APAC South America Middle East And Africa 7 Customer Landscape 8 Geographic Landscape 9 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends 10 Company Landscape 11 Company Analysis 12 Appendix Technavio is a leading global technology research and advisory company. Their research and analysis focuses on emerging market trends and provides actionable insights to help businesses identify market opportunities and develop effective strategies to optimize their market positions. With over 500 specialized analysts, Technavio's report library consists of more than 17,000 reports and counting, covering 800 technologies, spanning across 50 countries. Their client base consists of enterprises of all sizes, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies. This growing client base relies on Technavio's comprehensive coverage, extensive research, and actionable market insights to identify opportunities in existing and potential markets and assess their competitive positions within changing market scenarios. Technavio Research Jesse Maida Media & Marketing Executive US: +1 844 364 1100 UK: +44 203 893 3200 Email: media@technavio.com Website: www.technavio.com/ View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/cryptocurrency-market-to-grow-by-usd-34-5-billion-2024-2028-driven-by-rising-digital-asset-investments-with-market-evolution-powered-by-ai---technavio-302324233.html SOURCE Technavio © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.NoneBlack California students want more support. A new law names colleges that serve them best