In conclusion, the boss challenge update for "Black Myth: Wukong" has reignited the passion and excitement of players around the world, offering a thrilling and engaging experience that keeps them coming back for more. With its intricate boss battles, dynamic difficulty scaling, and immersive world, the game continues to be a standout in the gaming landscape, captivating players and inspiring camaraderie among its community. As players gear up to face the next epic boss, the spirit of adventure and competition burns brightly, ensuring that the world of "Black Myth: Wukong" remains a thrilling and unforgettable experience for all who dare to enter.Bluebell Securities predicts robust growth for US and Asian stocks next year, with Thailand's bond market shining bright as less aggressive rate cuts compared with other countries are expected to attract steady foreign capital inflows. Chief executive Narisara Chaiwathana said the Thai bond market will remain attractive for investment next year, as the Bank of Thailand is expected to trim its policy rate in the first quarter. Such a move would increase demand for bonds as investors seek to lock in high interest rate returns before rates fall in the next phase, said Ms Narisara. As a consequence, investment in long-term, high-quality bonds is likely to receive more interest from investors, she said. "The stance of the Thai Monetary Policy Committee, which is relatively dovish compared with central banks in major economies, has attracted foreign capital inflows to the Thai bond market since the second half of this year, and should continue to surge in 2025," said Ms Narisara. Bluebell recommends investments in three- to five-year bonds for investors to lock in returns from interest rates in the long term. As the rate decreases, bond prices would increase, allowing investors to sell for profit in the future, she said. For investments in equity, Bluebell suggests US and Asian equity funds, which are expected to provide good returns in 2025, backed by supportive macroeconomic factors. Investors should allocate their investments to assets that suit the risk level they can accept, according to the securities firm. According to Ms Narisara, the main supporting factor for investment in mutual funds, whether equity funds, bonds or other assets, is the likelihood of major central banks to cut rates, led by the US Federal Reserve and the European Central Bank. The lower rates will help to reduce the financial costs of listed companies, increasing their profits amid a more stable economic recovery. The US stock market could expand next year based on the growth of listed companies' profits and strong artificial intelligence trends, even though the US economy has slowed slightly, she said. Ms Narisara said many Asian countries still have strong economic fundamentals and are worth watching, such as India, South Korea and Vietnam. China, despite pressure from expected US tariff hikes, is likely to start recovering as a result of the monetary and fiscal stimulus implemented by the Chinese central bank and government, she said. Bluebell expects to report total income of 250 million baht, representing a growth rate of 95.5% from 2023, from operating as an intermediary in distributing quality bonds, mutual funds and other financial products. The company has risen to fifth place among securities companies for bond sales volume, according to the Thai Bond Market Association, and is likely to maintain this ranking until the end of the year. Bluebell aims for 13.5 billion baht in bond sales this year and 15 billion in 2025, with the company distributing bonds to 5-7 bond issuers on average each month. In the first 10 months of 2024, the company's assets under administration (AUA) amounted to 7 billion baht in terms of mutual funds, up 32% year-on-year. The figure is expected to increase by 50% for the whole year. In 2025, AUA is projected to reach 15 billion baht.
The 29th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29) was held in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. The U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change is an agreement signed at the Rio Earth Summit in June 1992 to prevent dangerous human interference in the climate system. The acronym COP stands for “Conference of Parties” and is the highest legislative body overseeing the implementation of the Framework Convention on Climate Change. The COP29 meeting was attended by representatives of 196 countries, including the heads of state and governments of 80 countries. This high number occurred even though some European states, especially France and the Armenian diaspora, actively called for a boycott against COP29. France encouraged several heads of state to refrain from attending the event. In addition to France's particular efforts at the beginning of COP29, the European Parliament adopted a resolution that unfairly criticized the presidency and Azerbaijan's global efforts to combat climate change in general. That is, France's ambassador to Baku, Anna Boillon, was summoned to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan and condemned such efforts of France. On the other hand, Armenia was also a part of this smear process from the beginning and tried to cast a political shadow over the COP29 meeting by bringing up the issue of signing a peace agreement before COP29. Therefore, while Azerbaijan was preparing to host a major event to make a positive contribution to global climate change, it had to fight against a serious disinformation and information attack. The COP29 presidency has put forward 14 initiatives covering topics such as the link between climate action and sustainable development goals, green energy zones and corridors, energy storage, harmony for climate resilience, agriculture, clean hydrogen, methane reduction from organic waste, green digital action and more. Additionally, one of the initiatives includes the establishment of the Climate Finance Action Fund. The key goal of COP29 is to agree on how much money developed countries should provide developing ones to help them fight climate change, a critical plank in efforts to limit the damage caused by rising global temperatures. Different figures floating around in the press about the amount that could be collected. While developing countries were demanding more, developed countries were willing to give less. During this process, a G-20 summit meeting was held and the call made by Azerbaijan expected the support of the G-20 countries in these negotiations. Developing countries insisted on a target worth $1 trillion each year. According to the World Economic Forum, $1 trillion is a realistic and achievable number. While the negotiations were ongoing, the election of Donald Trump, who did not take climate change seriously, had a negative impact on the spirit of the talks. Donald Trump declared that he would remove the U.S. from the Paris Climate Accord for the second time if he wins the presidency again. The negotiations were aimed to be completed by Nov. 21, but due to a deadlock caused by differences between developed and developing countries, the negotiation process was extended until Nov. 23. As of Nov. 23, rich countries pledged to contribute at least $300 billion annually to the global fight against climate change. The target, or new collective quantified goal (NCQG), will replace the existing $100 billion goal that is due to expire in 2025. U.N. General Secretary Anthony Guterres underlined that commitments must quickly become cash. All countries must come together to ensure the top-end of this new goal is met. While some delegations applauded the deal, others, especially from the developing world, expressed their deep disappointment at what they argued was an “insulting” financing target and the fact that the agreed text failed to build on an agreement passed last year calling for nations to “transition away from fossil fuels.” Developing countries who had sought over $1 trillion in assistance called the agreement “insulting” and argued it did not give them the vital resources they required to truly address the complexities of the climate crisis. At the end of COP29, countries also agreed on the rules for a U.N.-backed global carbon market. This market will facilitate the trading of carbon credits, incentivizing countries to reduce emissions and invest in climate-friendly projects. Alongside finance, the future of fossil fuels is at the heart of COP29, which has stirred disagreement from day one. It is not easy to avoid fossil fuels. On the one hand, the cost of renewing old infrastructure in the transition to green energy; on the other hand, the increasing world population and industrialization increase the demand for fossil resources. Renewable energy sources are insufficient to meet the demand in the face of a growing population. Mohamed Hamel, secretary general of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum, went a step further in his praise for fossil fuels. “As the world’s population grows, the economy expands, and human living conditions improve, the world will need more natural gas, not less.” COP29 was also an excellent opportunity to attract international capital to invest in Azerbaijan's renewable energy resources. Azerbaijan is dedicated to international cooperation, sustainable development goals, and unlocking its green energy potential. This achievement will accelerate our energy transition efforts while enhancing our contribution to global climate objectives. Azerbaijan is one of the countries with a high potential for abundant energy sources. Thus, the potential of renewable energy sources, which are economically viable and technically feasible, is estimated at 27,000 MW, including 3,000 MW of wind energy, 23,000 MW of solar energy, 380 MW of bioenergy potential and 520 MW of mountain rivers. the technical potential of offshore wind energy in the Azerbaijani part of the Caspian Sea is estimated at a total of 157 GW. Azerbaijan has started a "green energy" partnership with 7 international companies. As of 2020, cooperation with the energy projects of Masdar, ACWA Power, BP, Fortescue Future Industries, China Gezhouba Group Overseas Investment, Total Energies, Nobel Energy, A-Z Czech Engineering and Baltech companies has started. During COP29 Azerbaijan concluded its first-ever renewable energy auction with technical assistance from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). The outcome of the competitive auction was announced at the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Baku (COP29). The company Universal International Holdings Limited, which submitted the lowest bid for the price per kilowatt-hour of electricity, won the auction. The plant, which is planned to be commissioned in 2027, is expected to produce around 260 million kilowatt-hours of electricity annually. This will not only save about 57 million cubic meters of natural gas each year but will also reduce carbon emissions by 124,000 tons. One of the most important side effects of climate change is the decrease in water reserves. In this context, within the framework of COP29, the Declaration of Climate Action on Water was accepted for the first time in Baku. COP29 Presidency launched Water for Climate Action endorsed by 50 countries and non-state actors. This program commits to taking integrated approaches to combat the causes and impacts of climate change on water basins, paving the way for greater regional and international cooperation. To support these efforts, signatories will work together to strengthen the generation of scientific evidence on the causes and impacts of climate change on water resources and water basins, including through data sharing and the creation of new basin-wide climate scenarios. As a result, this agreement reached in Baku is a historic success in combating climate change. Although the demand for $1 trillion in developing countries has not been met, the annual target of $300 billion is more than $100 billion. For the agreement to be realized, developed countries must turn their promises into cash. On the other hand, we see that countries are taking steps towards transitioning to green energy. However, industrial developments and increasing influence in the world show that a gradual transition to green energy will be healthy.Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen suffered fractures to a vertebrae and several ribs and sustained several other injuries deemed “severe but not life-threatening” after falling off a horse Sunday afternoon. Pillen remained hospitalized in the intensive care unit at Nebraska Medicine in Omaha on Monday after undergoing a minimally invasive surgery, according to doctors who spoke at a news conference. The 68-year-old was riding on horseback near Columbus with his daughter, son-in-law and granddaughter when he fell, the governor’s office said. A spokeswoman for the governor said the Nebraska State Patrol “acted consistently with protocols for his security.” Pillen was taken to Columbus Community Hospital by ambulance and later by helicopter to Nebraska Medicine in Omaha, a Level I Trauma Center, where he arrived in stable condition. Dr. Hillman Terzian, a trauma surgeon at Nebraska Medicine, said Pillen was conscious and able to speak with the medical team despite suffering several painful injuries. Pillen had sustained a minor fracture to his L1 vertebrae in his lower back, but no damage to his head, neck or spinal cord, Terzian said. He also had fractures to seven ribs on his left side — “a very, very painful injury to have” — which partially collapsed his lung. The governor also sustained minor lacerations to his spleen and a kidney, doctors said. Pillen underwent a minimally invasive surgery known as a coil embolization where a wire was passed into the arteries near the spleen to allow for a coil to be inserted to stop the bleeding. “He did very well during that procedure and has been stable the entire time,” Terzian said. The governor was sedated during the procedure, Terzian said, which lasted roughly one hour. Lt. Gov. Joe Kelly was notified by Pillen’s chief of staff of the situation and briefly served as acting governor during the surgery, according to the governor’s office. Terzian said the injury to Pillen’s kidney should resolve on its own. Despite the painful injuries, Terzian called Pillen “a doctor’s dream.” “I wish more patients were as motivated as him,” Terzian said. “He’s already been walking laps, which is very impressive when you examine him and you talk to him. He’s a tough guy, and that shows with the way he’s recovering so far.” Terzian said Pillen will likely leave the ICU on Monday afternoon, but will remain at Nebraska Medicine “for at least another day if not longer” to make sure the fractures to his ribs are healing. “Our biggest focus right now is that pain control because we want him to have adequate respiratory function,” said Dr. Charity Evans, the chief of acute care surgery at Nebraska Medicine. “(Pillen’s) an active person, so we want to return him to that active lifestyle, and so that will guide some of our treatment options as we move forward,” she added. According to the governor’s office, Pillen has made arrangements to conduct work from his hospital room in Omaha as he recovers. He was out of surgery in time to watch the second hall of the Nebraska men’s basketball team’s win against Murray State on Sunday night. The governor and his wife, Suzanne, as well as their family, said they were “enormously grateful to the teams at Nebraska Medicine and Columbus Community Hospital,” as well as the EMS professionals who transported him. “The governor looks forward to returning to his office soon after Christmas and wishes a blessed and safe holiday to all Nebraskans,” his office said. The horse, Jack, is doing “fine,” a spokeswoman said. Reach the writer at 402-473-7120 or cdunker@journalstar.com . On Bluesky @chrisdunker.bsky.social We're always interested in hearing about news in our community. Let us know what's going on! Stay up-to-date on the latest in local and national government and political topics with our newsletter.
Furthermore, Guangyu Island has been proactive in promoting sustainable development practices, with a focus on environmental conservation and green initiatives. By investing in clean energy technologies and implementing eco-friendly policies, the island has set a precedent for responsible industrialization. This commitment to sustainability has not only garnered praise from environmental advocates but has also solidified Guangyu's reputation as a progressive and forward-thinking industrial center.The move towards a more accommodative monetary policy stance also reflects a proactive approach to addressing the challenges facing the Chinese economy. By adopting a flexible and pragmatic policy stance, policymakers demonstrate their willingness to adjust to changing economic circumstances and provide timely support where needed. This adaptability is crucial in today's fast-paced and unpredictable global economic environment.
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EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — If the Giants' franchise-record 10th straight loss proved anything, it's that New York could use a young franchise quarterback. Rookie Michael Penix Jr. showed what a young QB can do on Sunday against the Giants, who need to learn from it. The No. 8 overall pick in the draft, Penix played a nearly flawless game in his first career start to help the Falcons thrash the woeful Giants 34-7 in their best performance in weeks. The Giants gambled in 2019 that Daniel Jones would be their franchise QB and it really never panned out. The one exception was the 2022 season, when the No. 6 overall pick had a career year and led New York to a 9-7-1 record and a playoff berth in the first season after Joe Schoen was hired as general manager and Brian Daboll was named coach. The Giants even won a playoff game. With the release of Jones last month, the Giants (2-13) are now a team without a quarterback who can perform at the level required of an NFL starter. Tommy DeVito and Drew Lock have split the last four starts but neither has provided much of a spark for the league's worst offense. Lock handed the Falcons the game with two interceptions that were returned for touchdowns. To turn things around next season, the Giants must find a quarterback. “I’d say it’s very important,” Daboll said Monday. New York is going to have a high pick in the draft in Green Bay, Wisconsin, in late April. It could even be the No. 1 overall selection. Choosing the right quarterback is going to be hard. There isn't a can't-miss choice in 2025 draft and forcing one early would be a mistake. Unless the Giants are convinced that Cam Ward, Shedeur Sanders, Jalen Milroe or someone else is the next franchise player, they have have so many needs that it would be better to wheel and deal and fill as many holes as possible. Even if the Giants take a quarterback in the second round, there's bound to be someone available who has a chance to be better than what they have now. What’s working The calendar. The season ends in less than two weeks. What needs help The franchise is in disarray, and a shakeup appears likely. Daboll's future as the coach is not bright, considering the current skid and two straight losing seasons. Schoen has to share the blame and so do co-owners John Mara and Steve Tisch, who hired the GM and coach. Stock up LB Darius Muasau. The sixth-round draft pick out of UCLA has started the last three games since Bobby Okereke (back) was hurt and eventually put on injured reserve last week. Muasau had 11 tackles Sunday along with a quarterback hit and a tackle for a loss. He made the defensive calls after LB Micah McFadden left with a neck injury. Stock down Lock. In his starts, Lock has had three interceptions returned for touchdowns. He also lost a fumble on a strip-sack at Atlanta. Lock sustained a shoulder injury during the game and had an MRI on Monday. Injuries Besides Lock and McFadden, S Jason Pinnock (eye) also left the game. C John Michael Schmitz and RB Tyrone Tracy were evaluated for ankle injuries on Monday. Key number 1 — Thanks to the Raiders' victory over the Jaguars, the Giants will have the No. 1 overall pick in the draft with two more losses. Next steps For the ninth and final time, the Giants will try to find a way to win at MetLife Stadium. New York is 0-8 heading into Sunday's game against the Indianapolis Colts. Its only other winless season at home was in 1974 when New York played at the Yale Bowl in New Haven, Connecticut, while Giants Stadium was being built. ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl Tom Canavan, The Associated Press
Pedro escaped punishment after swinging an arm at Bees substitute substitute Yehor Yarmoliuk without making contact. VAR reviewed the second-half incident but deemed there was no violent conduct. Frank and Brighton head coach Fabian Hurzeler disagreed about the decision. “As I understand the rules, you can’t swing your arm to try to hit someone,” said Frank. “If you hit them or not, it’s a red, that’s the way I understand the rules.” Frank spoke to the match officials, including referee Andy Madley, about the flashpoint at full-time. “They haven’t seen the situation yet, not on TV afterwards,” said Frank. “To be fair to him, I think the angle can be tricky so that’s why you’ve got VAR.” Asked about Frank’s assessment, Hurzeler replied: “Interesting opinion. I see it completely different. “For me, it’s not a red card. He tried to get free from a person.” Brighton were booed off after their winless run was stretched to six top-flight games. Albion dominated for large periods and hit the woodwork inside four minutes through Julio Enciso. Bees goalkeeper Mark Flekken made some important saves before being forced off injured in the 36th minute, albeit his replacement Hakon Valdimarsson was rarely tested on his Premier League debut. The Seagulls remain 10th ahead of Monday’s trip to Aston Villa, with Brentford a position and two points below moving towards their New Year’s Day showdown with Arsenal. Hurzeler thought the jeers at full-time were unfair. “The team doesn’t deserve that because in all the games we had in the last weeks they were all good, they were all intense, they were all where we thought we deserved more” said the German, whose team have lost to Fulham and Crystal Palace and drawn with Southampton, Leicester and West Ham in recent matches. “We try to work hard to satisfy our supporters, we try to give them what they deserve, we try to make them proud. “But the Premier League is tough. We know there will be (tough) periods we have to go through, especially with this young squad. “We try to stick together, find the positive and keep on going.” Brentford, who remain without a top-flight away win this term, had an early Yoane Wissa finish ruled out for offside following VAR intervention but barely threatened, despite an improved second-half showing. Frank, who is awaiting news on Flekken and defender Ben Mee, who also left the field injured, said: “I thought it was a fair point. “Brighton were better in the first half, no big, clearcut chances, and I thought we were better second half. “Overall, I’m happy with the performance, especially the way we defended. “We haven’t had too many clean sheets this season, so in that context I thought it was very impressive against a good Brighton team. “We know we have a lot of players out – we get two more injuries during the game. “The way the players showed their mentality and character and dug in was hugely impressive.”