
Scotland captain Sione Tuipulotu says Sunday’s Autumn Nations Series match against Australia is “massively special”, but does not feel he has anything to prove. Born and raised in Australia, Tuipulotu represented the Wallabies at under-20 level but left his homeland in 2018 for Japan after becoming frustrated at a lack of opportunities with Melbourne Rebels. Since arriving in Scotland in 2021, Tuipulotu has become a star for Glasgow Warriors and the national team, and he says he has no regrets about the way his rugby journey has panned out. “If you asked me that question three years ago or four years ago when I first left Australia, I had so much, I suppose, animosity or professional anger inside me because I felt my talent really wasn't looked after in Australia,” Tuipulotu said. “But to be honest, now I feel like I am where I'm supposed to be, here in Scotland. And I feel like all those things that happened early in my career were meant to happen because now I'm sitting here in the position that I am. “It's funny, you always want to play a lot harder against your mates, and I have a lot of mates in that Wallabies team, but I'm sure it's the same for them. “I'm trying to make it not bigger than it is really. It's just another test match for Scotland, so that's big in its own right.”Steelers' former starter has a chance to overturn the NFL's wrongdoing regarding controversial hit
Enugu commercial drivers moan as residents resort to trekkingPeople’s Bank has yet again demonstrated its leadership in digital banking and marketing, becoming the first Sri Lankan bank to exceed 100,000 subscribers in both YouTube and TikTok platforms. The bank received the prestigious YouTube Silver Button recently. These achievements underscore the bank’s commitment to leverage social media to connect with and educate the public while promoting its financial products and services. Recognised for its impactful digital content, People’s Bank has used platforms like YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok to address critical social issues such as women empowerment, gender equality, and preservation of cultural values, with some videos garnering over 2.5 million views. People’s Bank has already stamped its leadership in digital marketing arena in Sri Lanka by surpassing three million customer registrations on its digital platforms. Customers have embraced services such as the People’s Wave mobile app, People’s Web internet banking, and the People’s Pay wallet app for secure and convenient banking. For businesses, the bank offers platforms like People’s Wyn and a Merchant Module supporting Lanka QR technology. People’s Bank Chairman Prof. Narada Fernando said: “This achievement underscores our commitment to challenging the outdated perception that state-owned entities cannot excel in innovation and technology. People’s Bank is leading by example, setting new benchmarks in digital banking and marketing, and proving that public sector organisations can deliver world-class solutions.” People’s Bank CEO/GM Clive Fonseka said: “Our success in digital banking and marketing is a direct result of our relentless focus on leveraging the cutting-edge technology to communicate with and deliver value to our customers. We take pride in offering innovative, paperless solutions like the People’s Wiz digital account opening system and facilitating seamless digital payments for businesses. By integrating advanced technology and fostering a customer-centric approach, People’s Bank has proven that innovation is not confined to the private sector. With its vision for a digitally empowered Sri Lanka, People’s Bank is setting the stage for the future of banking in the country.”NEW CANAAN, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec 23, 2024-- Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: BWFG), the parent company of Bankwell Bank, has announced board approval of a measure that will allow individual shareholder and director, Lawrence B. Seidman, to increase his position in the Company from a maximum of 9.9% to 14.99% of common stock. Mr. Seidman is the Manager of Seidman and Associates, LLC based in Parsippany, NJ. He has served on Bankwell’s board of directors since 2020. Christopher R. Gruseke, President and CEO of Bankwell, commented, “Larry has been a steadfast supporter of the Company’s strategic direction and growth initiatives. We look forward to our continued relationship.” Mr. Seidman added, “My decision to increase my position in Bankwell aligns with my long-term investment strategy to purchase undervalued publicly traded community banks and reflects my strong support for the management team and the Company’s promising outlook.” About Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. is the holding company for Bankwell Bank (“Bankwell”), a full-service commercial bank headquartered in New Canaan, CT. Bankwell offers its customers unmatched accessibility, expertise, and responsiveness through a range of commercial financing products including working capital lines of credit, SBA loans, acquisition loans, and commercial mortgages as well as treasury management and deposit services. More about Bankwell can be found at www.mybankwell.com . View source version on businesswire.com : https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241223418285/en/ CONTACT: Courtney E. Sacchetti (203) 652-0166 KEYWORD: CONNECTICUT UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: BANKING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FINANCE SOURCE: Bankwell Financial Group, Inc Copyright Business Wire 2024. PUB: 12/23/2024 03:41 PM/DISC: 12/23/2024 03:41 PM http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241223418285/en
Syracuse guard Chance Westry (right)) and Anthony Clayton (left) warm up prior to the Orange's game against Texas at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn on Thursday. Westry, who is available after recovering from an illness, has yet to make his Syracuse debut. Dennis Nett | dnett@syracuse.com dennis nett | dnett@syracuse.com Mike Waters | mwaters@syracuse.com Brooklyn, N.Y. – Chance Westry isn’t ready to talk. Sitting in front of his locker following Syracuse’s 79-74 loss to Texas Tech here at the Barclays Center on Friday, Westry politely told a reporter that he didn’t want to talk. Stories by Mike Waters Syracuse guard Jaquan Carlos on his struggles: ‘I hold myself to a way higher standard’ Syracuse basketball falls to Texas Tech, 79-74 to finish 0-2 in Legends Classic Syracuse’s comeback no cause for cheer in loss to Texas: ‘There’s no consolation prizes’ Syracuse basketball can’t close late after mounting comeback vs. Texas