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AUSTIN, Texas — Across the sport of football, there are plenty of father son duos, and Keenan and Kaden Hughes are no different. It's just their roster that is. "Once I actually dove into coaching girls, I absolutely fell in love with it," Keenan Hughes said. "I wouldn't dare go back to coaching boys after coaching girls." Keenan Hughes is the head coach of the women's flag football team at Concordia University, the first of its kind in Texas. The women's flag football program is set to launch this spring, and will be the first women's collegiate flag football program in the state. And with its launch will come a whole new generation of football family duos. Chrisma and Doxa Maulolo are one of the new emerging duos, and they're more than just teammates - they are twins, and probably the most in-synch quarterback and center duo to ever take the field. "When we're with each other we just know," Chrisma Maulolo said. "It snaps on our mind, I'm like 'I can catch Doxa's ball she knows where I'm going to go.'" "I know when she snaps it, she's gunna run there and she's gunna protect and she's gonna do her job," Doxa Maulolo said. They also know where they've been, and the hardships that football has helped them overcome. "A lot of times, my mental health is not the strongest," Doxa Maulolo said. "Football has given me a second chance because I wanted to give up on Concordia. Flag football has literally given me motivation and the confidence and the passion to even continue here." "Now, she has no plans of doing that because she has found that sense of family and that sense of inclusion within her teammates here," Keenan Hughes said. If you ask them, football was not part of the plan, but now they are here to stay, with hopes that they show other girls that they belong on the gridiron too. "I really, really hope that they see us and just take inspiration to say, I can do that too,'" Doxa Maulolo said. "We might be the first flag football team in Texas, but there are so many opportunities coming."

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov 21, 2024-- CUPRA, the unconventional challenger brand that inspires the world from Barcelona, has begun preliminary talks with Penske Automotive Group to explore a new partnership ahead of entering the U.S. market by the end of the decade. Since its launch in 2018, CUPRA, the first new automotive brand created within the Volkswagen Group, has sold over 750,000 cars. The brand, which has already proven to be a success in Europe, will now take its unstoppable impulse to the United States by the end of the decade. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241120532152/en/ (Photo: Business Wire) A brand for the new generation Positioned between the mass and premium segments, CUPRA is a brand for the new generation that wants to challenge the status quo. With its range of ICE, PHEV and BEV cars that combine bold design and great performance, CUPRA has established itself as one of Europe’s fastest growing car brands. The brand has also found great success outside Europe, in markets including Mexico and Turkey. In 2022, CUPRA took its first major step in globalization, when it launched in Australia. Now, it is ready to undertake its most ambitious expansion to date by entering the U.S. market. With this goal in mind, CUPRA is in early stage talks with Penske Automotive Group. “CUPRA’s ambition is to be a truly global brand and expanding into the United States represents one of the greatest milestones on our journey,” said Wayne Griffiths, CEO of CUPRA. “We have great respect for the U.S. market, recognizing that a strong distribution and retail strategy is essential for success. By entering into preliminary discussions with Penske Automotive Group, we are exploring opportunities with the best possible partner, one with the right distribution network to introduce CUPRA to a new generation of American car lovers. Penske Automotive Group’s leadership in the industry and experience with the Volkswagen Group make this a very promising potential partnership” continued Wayne Griffiths. CUPRA’s journey to the U.S. market CUPRA will enter the U.S. market by the end of the decade in key states that are aligned with the brand. Its range of products are expected to include ICE, PHEV and BEV. CUPRA will leverage synergies within the Brand Group Core by producing one of the models in Volkswagen factories in the North America region. To lead CUPRA into the U.S., Bernhard Bauer, the former Managing Director of CUPRA Germany, has been appointed as the new Managing Director of CUPRA USA. The final location for its headquarters and details of the specific model lineup will be announced at a later date. A proven success story Since its launch in 2018, CUPRA has disrupted the European automotive industry with its fully-fledged lineup of vehicles. The range includes the CUPRA Ateca, a sporty SUV; the CUPRA Leon, recently redesigned with 100% CUPRA DNA; and the CUPRA Formentor, the brand’s bestselling model and modern icon. Both the CUPRA Formentor and the CUPRA Born, the brand’s first 100% electric vehicle, were finalists for the European Car of the Year Award. This year, CUPRA embarked on its biggest product offensive to date with the launch of the CUPRA Tavascan, the brand’s first all-electric SUV coupe and the CUPRA Terramar, a sporty and electrified SUV, that was recently included on the 2025 European Car of the Year list of finalists. Next to come will be the CUPRA Raval, the brand’s radical interpretation of an urban EV. CUPRA is a design led and performance driven brand that has achieved significant success internationally, earning over 200 awards, including top Red Dot Award: Best of the Best for the DarkRebel Showcar, the most radical interpretation of what CUPRA can be. It has been named the 2nd trendiest brand by 'Auto Motor und Sport' in Germany. It has achieved a brand value of 2.1 billion USD and has more than 900 points of sale worldwide, including 9 flagship CUPRA City Garages in major global destinations: Mexico City, Munich, Milan, Lisbon, Rotterdam, Sydney, Berlin, Paris and Madrid. CUPRA has also made a name for itself beyond the automotive, by branching into the worlds of sports, music, cinema and fashion forming partnerships with organizations including Spanish soccer club F.C. Barcelona and the Primavera Sound music festival. CUPRA is the unconventional challenger brand that brings together emotion, electrification, and performance to inspire the world from Barcelona. Launched in 2018, CUPRA has become one of Europe’s fastest growing car brands and has a global network of specialised points of sale. CUPRA proves that electrification and sportiness are a perfect match, and in 2023 the brand hit new heights with more than 230,000 vehicles delivered. Each successive launch of a model has marked a new milestone in defining the brand’s character, with a challenging and original design: the CUPRA Ateca, a unique model in its segment; the CUPRA Leon, redesigned and enhanced as a standalone CUPRA model; the CUPRA Formentor, the first model to be developed exclusively by the brand and the company’s best-selling vehicle to date; the CUPRA Born, the brand’s first 100% electric vehicle; the CUPRA Tavascan, an all-electric SUV coupe; and the CUPRA Terramar, the brand’s sporty SUV. CUPRA is FC Barcelona's official automotive and mobility partner, the Premier Padel Tour's premium sponsor and the official sponsor of the eSports Club Finetwork KOI. CUPRA is also proud to participate in the Formula E racing competition. The CUPRA Tribe is made up of a team of ambassadors who want to be the driving force of change. Its members include Oscar nominated film director J.A. Bayona, Formula E driver Lucas Di Grassi, Street Artist TvBoy, Olympic gold medallists Adam Peaty and Saul Craviotto, the German goalkeeper Marc ter Stegen, and two-time Ballon d'Or and Best FIFA Award-winning footballer Alexia Putellas. www.cupraofficial.com View source version on businesswire.com : https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241120532152/en/ CONTACT: Cécilia Taieb Global Director of Communications T: +34 690 09 59 30 cecilia.taieb@seat.es Helena Mariscal de Gante Global Head of Corporate Communications T: +34 660 24 24 77 helena.mariscal@seat.es http://seat-mediacenter.com KEYWORD: CALIFORNIA EUROPE SPAIN UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: GENERAL AUTOMOTIVE AUTOMOTIVE MANUFACTURING MANUFACTURING AUTOMOTIVE SOURCE: CUPRA Copyright Business Wire 2024. PUB: 11/21/2024 05:38 PM/DISC: 11/21/2024 05:38 PM http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241120532152/en

BlackBerry shares climb after court dismisses former executive's claimsNoneDozens of liquor shops shuttered after voters OK wine sales in grocery stores; hundreds more expectedIf you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. As we watched acrobats twirl and twist across the air, committing to gravity-defying feats amidst the backdrop of elaborate sets — a full-sized pirate ship, two story-tall books opening their pages — all I can think back to is the pre-show of this performance of Cirque du Soleil ‘s JOYÁ : three seasoned musicians, humbly spotlit on the stage, simply performing the son cubano classic, “Chan-Chan”. One of the most underrated aspects of Cirque du Soleil performances are the soundtracks, unless of course, you’re attending one of their more popular jukebox musical-style residencies ( Love , Viva Elvis , and Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour , specifically). It’s easy to understand why — I was captivated at first sight by the lush Mayan jungle environment of VidantaWorld Riviera Maya’s theater , where JOYÁ enjoys its residency. Ambient bird calls play over the speakers, blue jellyfish-shaped lights hung from the ceiling, while vines twist and encroach on an old professor’s expansive study on stage. But as the official show started after dinner, it would be hard not to note the musicians who become almost part of the story’s set themselves, stepping in the background, yet visible at all times. Shows like JOYÁ are a shot of pure, concentrated energy, and worthy traveling miles to witness — the live music is a part of that. From original compositions, to “world” beats (a nebulous genre, yet given CdS’s international presence and influence, feels like an apt descriptor), the conception of the score is almost as important as crafting the narrative of the show itself, according to Executive Vice Chairman and former Cirque du Soleil CEO, Daniel Lamarre. “It’s very important, and I would say that it’s one of the elements that make our shows unique. We think of the music almost like a movie, but even more so, because the performers are part of the cast of characters, playing live.” This brings new creative challenges when producing a fresh concept — continuing a decade-long partnership with Grupo Vidanta, their latest show LUDÕ is set to premiere next year solely at VidantaWorld’s BON in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico (which will also house the world’s first luxury theme park, opening in 2026). LUDÕ (from the Latin word for “I play”) is more than just a show — it’s an ambitious fusion of live music, acrobatics, and gourmet dinner theater. Set in a cutting-edge, 696-seat custom theater, we’re told that “water flows through every aspect of the story”, similar to their long-running show O in Las Vegas . However this aquatic-themed theater will feature a wrap-around aquarium, with advanced acoustics that were made to compliment the “dreamlike” score and fill the unique space. Editor’s picks The 100 Best TV Episodes of All Time The 250 Greatest Guitarists of All Time “The score was written with the idea in mind to envelop the performers, as if you, yourself, were underwater,” explains Lamarre. “The only element that we had to be careful about when it came to the music was how it complimented the human performing acts. It was very important that we built some good, basic energy, because there are some comedic acts. The pacing is something that is very important, and we accentuate pacing here because the music is there to sustain the narrative.” The process of choreographing the show was also different due to the nature of the circular, aquarium-esque element of the show. “It took some guts [Laughs]. Just as an example, we’ve seen a lot of aquariums, right? And they’re all flat, right? So here, we will have a glass wall that is surrounding the theater, so just the technology to make sure that would work and that the water won’t leak was a challenge.” However, he says their experience with producing the water elements in O did make a difference. “If you go below the stage basin [at O in Las Vegas ], you can see what’s happening in the pool. It’s a show in and of itself. But we always said to each other, maybe one day we should do something that the public can appreciate. And it’s different skills you have to look for in performers, but it’s worth it.” Related Content Sabrina Carpenter's Espresso Martini Kit Is Back in Stock, Just in Time for Her New 'Nonsense Christmas' Special I Never Regretted Buying This Espresso Machine — Until It Went On Sale Monday Night Football Livestream: How to Watch Bengals vs. Cowboys Game Online Five Holiday Outfit Ideas for Men, Starting At Less Than $150 While that doesn’t mean we expect to see, say, a violin quartet playing underwater (or will we? Specific show details are being kept heavily under wraps), Lamarre does make it clear that similar to other former Cirque du Soleil productions, live music will be another integral part of LUDÕ. “We are probably one of the largest companies in term of hiring musicians, because all of our musical performances are live. You know, a lot of circus shows play with a [soundtrack] tape, and we’ve never done that. We didn’t want to anyways, because we like the idea that the musicians are part of the show. You can feel their energy, and they become part of the room. In our new show, we integrate our musicians in a unique way because, again, that’s something unique to Cirque.” Opening in Nov. 2025, LUDÕ will officially kick off with over 300 planned shows per year, and the only way you’ll be able to see it is at VidantaWorld’s Nuevo Vallarta resort. Whether you’re a Cirque enthusiast, or just see it as an added entertainment bonus to staying at one of the best luxury travel destinations in Mexico, it’s definitely set to become a must-see attraction. VidantaWorld is even offering exclusive vacation packages early next year for LUDÕ so guests can get a closer look into the artistry and technical innovations behind the scenes (package info will become available in early 2025, with priority access for VidantaWorld newsletter subscribers starting in February). Pre-sale sign-ups for dinner show tickets are now live on cirquedusoleil.com/ludo , so be sure to snag those seats before your next trip.

The shelves and freezers in Woolworths’ supermarkets across Australia will be bare in the lead-up to Christmas, the United Workers Union warns, while supermarket bosses say it will be business as normal. Up to 1,500 workers at three distribution centres in Victoria and another in New South Wales (NSW) continue their strike, which began on Nov. 21. The striking warehouse workers, who are a part of Primary Connect, a Woolworths subsidiary, are calling for equal pay and conditions across all distribution centres. The union says that while the supermarket’s profits continue to increase, wages have not, so it demands an annual pay increase of between 10 and 12.5 percent, and a minimum pay rate of $38 per hour in the first year of a new workplace agreement. “Workers at Woolworths need a proportionate wage increase to deal with the cost pressures they face,” the union’s National Secretary Tim Kennedy said. Primary Connect said it has already put forward pay offers that were above local market rates, inflation, and the award. Melbourne worker Tim Seiuli, who has been a packer for 16 years, says the performance framework at distribution warehouses is “really unsafe.” “We do this every day, day in and day out, we can see [the] unsafe practices people have to take to reach the target,” he said. Seiuli vowed to continue striking until a fair agreement is reached. “We’re willing to take it all the way,” he said. However, Primary Connect claims the performance framework is there to monitor how long it takes to move products rather than to watch its staff. “When one warehouse takes strike action, we start to see empty shelves in Woolworths supermarkets ... this is five warehouses,” he said. “We will start to see bare shelves of liquor, frozen and refrigerated goods ... pretty quickly.” However, Woolworths claims it has extensive contingency plans to ensure stock levels remain steady. These include stockpiling goods, redistributing supplies from unaffected warehouses, and relying on its network of 20 other distribution centres in NSW and Victoria. “Maintaining supply for customers is our priority in the lead-up to Christmas,” the spokesperson said. One of the warehouses in Victoria reportedly stocks liquor, while other regional centres handle non-perishables such as chips and paper towels.

LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman, a prominent Democratic donor, is reportedly considering leaving the U.S. after Donald Trump’s election victory. Hoffman, known for funding lawsuits against Trump, including the high-profile E. Jean Carroll case that awarded $90 million in damages, fears retaliation. Trump has previously promised to target political adversaries if re-elected, raising concerns among Democrats like Hoffman. Mega-Donors and Democrats Contemplate Moving Abroad Hoffman is not alone in his apprehension. According to sources, several wealthy Democratic donors are exploring options to relocate overseas, citing potential backlash during Trump’s second term . The New York Times reported that tech entrepreneurs and other elite donors are discussing strategies to safeguard themselves from potential "retribution." This trend underlines broader unease within Democratic circles following the party’s defeat. Also Read : 9-1-1 Season 8: When will the series return with new episodes and what’s next for Athena, Bobby, Buck and Maddie? Celebrities Join the Exodus The wave of anxiety isn’t limited to political donors. High-profile figures, including Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi, are reportedly relocating. Disillusioned by the election results, the couple has moved to England’s Cotswolds and is planning to sell their Montecito home. Their move reflects a growing sentiment among public figures seeking stability abroad as the U.S. political landscape shifts. 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Reid Hoffman, a major Democratic donor, is reportedly considering leaving the U.S. due to concerns about retribution from President-elect Donald Trump. Hoffman financed lawsuits against Trump, including the case by E. Jean Carroll, and fears retaliation as Trump returns to power. Are other Democratic donors also considering leaving the U.S.? Yes, according to sources, several other prominent Democratic donors are privately discussing moving abroad due to fears of Trump’s retribution during his second term. The political atmosphere following the election has raised concerns about safety and political repercussions. (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel )Berlin confirmed plans to make it a criminal offence to ‘facilitate the smuggling of migrants to the UK’ as part of the agreement. Germany has pledged to tighten its law to make it easier to prosecute people-smugglers enabling small-boat crossings to Britain, as the two countries signed a new deal aimed at tackling immigration crime. Berlin confirmed plans to reform its legal framework make it a clear criminal offence to “facilitate the smuggling of migrants to the UK” as part of the agreement, the Home Office said. The Home Office said the move would give German prosecutors more tools to tackle the supply and storage of dangerous small boats. Both countries will also commit to exchange information that may help to remove migrant-smuggling content from social media platforms and tackle end-to-end routes of criminal smuggling networks as part of the deal. It comes ahead of the UK and Germany hosting the so-called Calais Group in London, which sees ministers and police from the two countries, alongside France, Belgium and the Netherlands, gather to discuss migration in Europe. 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