Georgia loses QB Carson Beck (arm) during SEC title gameAllar puts critics on mute, keeps winning for Penn StateBarclays PLC grew its holdings in International Money Express, Inc. ( NASDAQ:IMXI – Free Report ) by 137.1% in the 3rd quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 73,260 shares of the company’s stock after acquiring an additional 42,367 shares during the quarter. Barclays PLC owned 0.24% of International Money Express worth $1,355,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period. A number of other hedge funds also recently modified their holdings of IMXI. New South Capital Management Inc. acquired a new position in shares of International Money Express in the 3rd quarter valued at approximately $17,055,000. Hotchkis & Wiley Capital Management LLC bought a new position in International Money Express in the third quarter valued at approximately $4,854,000. Public Employees Retirement System of Ohio acquired a new position in shares of International Money Express in the third quarter valued at approximately $4,598,000. First Eagle Investment Management LLC increased its position in shares of International Money Express by 46.9% during the second quarter. First Eagle Investment Management LLC now owns 477,273 shares of the company’s stock worth $9,946,000 after acquiring an additional 152,464 shares in the last quarter. Finally, ArrowMark Colorado Holdings LLC raised its holdings in shares of International Money Express by 17.2% during the third quarter. ArrowMark Colorado Holdings LLC now owns 994,925 shares of the company’s stock worth $18,396,000 after acquiring an additional 145,686 shares during the period. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 86.71% of the company’s stock. Analyst Ratings Changes A number of equities analysts recently weighed in on IMXI shares. BMO Capital Markets upped their target price on shares of International Money Express from $27.00 to $30.00 and gave the stock an “outperform” rating in a research note on Monday, November 11th. Monness Crespi & Hardt reduced their price objective on International Money Express from $30.00 to $28.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a research report on Monday, November 4th. Needham & Company LLC lifted their target price on International Money Express from $22.00 to $25.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research report on Tuesday, November 12th. Northland Securities upped their price target on International Money Express from $23.00 to $27.00 and gave the stock an “outperform” rating in a research report on Monday, November 11th. Finally, Oppenheimer started coverage on shares of International Money Express in a research note on Tuesday, October 1st. They set a “market perform” rating for the company. Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and four have given a buy rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat, the stock has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $27.00. International Money Express Price Performance NASDAQ:IMXI opened at $20.64 on Friday. International Money Express, Inc. has a 52-week low of $16.17 and a 52-week high of $23.28. The company has a market cap of $641.88 million, a P/E ratio of 11.53 and a beta of 0.88. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.12, a quick ratio of 1.80 and a current ratio of 1.80. The stock’s 50-day simple moving average is $20.21 and its 200 day simple moving average is $19.49. About International Money Express ( Free Report ) International Money Express, Inc, together with its subsidiaries, operates as an omnichannel money remittance services company in the United States, Latin America, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, Africa, and Asia. The company offers remittance services, which include a suite of ancillary financial processing solutions and payment services; and online payment options, pre-paid debit cards, and direct deposit payroll cards. Further Reading Five stocks we like better than International Money Express Low PE Growth Stocks: Unlocking Investment Opportunities Buffett Takes the Bait; Berkshire Buys More Oxy in December Investing in Travel Stocks Benefits Top 3 ETFs to Hedge Against Inflation in 2025 How to buy stock: A step-by-step guide for beginners These 3 Chip Stock Kings Are Still Buys for 2025 Want to see what other hedge funds are holding IMXI? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for International Money Express, Inc. ( NASDAQ:IMXI – Free Report ). Receive News & Ratings for International Money Express Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for International Money Express and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .
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TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — An Israeli hospital says Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has undergone successful prostate surgery. Jerusalem’s Hadassah Medical Center said his prostate was removed late Sunday. Netanyahu was placed under full anesthesia for the procedure. Doctors said he was awake and recovering Sunday night. Netanyahu’s office had said Justice Minister Yariv Levin, a close ally, would serve as acting prime minister during the procedure. Doctors ordered the operation after detecting an infection last week. Netanyahu is expected to remain hospitalized for several days. THIS IS A BREAKING NEWS UPDATE. AP’s earlier story follows below. TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is having his prostate removed on Sunday, his office said, a procedure that comes as he manages multiple crises including the war in Gaza and his trial for alleged corruption . Netanyahu, who has had a series of health issues in recent years, has gone to great lengths to bolster a public image of himself as a healthy, energetic leader. During his trial this month, he boasted about working 18-hour days, accompanied by a cigar. But as Israel's longest-serving leader, such a grueling workload over a total of 17 years in power could take a toll on his well-being. Netanyahu, 75, is among older world leaders including U.S. President Joe Biden, 82 , President-elect Donald Trump, 78 , Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva , 79, and Pope Francis , 88, who have come under scrutiny for their age and health issues. Netanyahu's latest condition is common in older men, but the procedure has had some fallout. The judges overseeing his trial accepted a request from his lawyer on Sunday to call off three days of testimony scheduled this week. The lawyer, Amit Hadad, had argued that Netanyahu would be fully sedated for the procedure and hospitalized for “a number of days.” Netanyahu's office said Justice Minister Yariv Levin, a close ally, would serve as acting prime minister during the procedure. With so much at stake, Netanyahu’s health in wartime is a concern for both Israelis and the wider world. A turbulent time in the region As Israel’s leader, Netanyahu is at the center of major global events that are shifting the Middle East . With the dizzying pace of the past 14 months, being incapacitated for even a few hours can be risky. Netanyahu will be in the hospital at a time when international mediators are pushing Israel and Hamas to reach a ceasefire in Gaza and as fighting between Israel and Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels intensifies . Prostate issues are common and in many cases easily treatable. Still, the procedure puts a dent in Netanyahu’s image of vigor at a time when he would want to project strength more than ever, both to an Israeli audience navigating constant threats as well as to Israel’s enemies looking to expose its weaknesses. Previous health issues, including a heart condition Netanyahu insists he is in excellent health. His office releases footage of him touring war zones in full protective gear flanked by military officers, or meeting with defense officials on windswept hilltops in youthful dark shades and puffer jackets. But that image was shattered last year when Netanyahu’s doctors revealed that he had a heart condition , a problem that he had apparently long known about but concealed from the public. A week after a fainting spell, Netanyahu was fitted with a pacemaker to control his heartbeat. Only then did staff at the Sheba Medical Center reveal that Netanyahu has for years experienced a condition that can cause irregular heartbeats. The revelation came as Netanyahu was dealing with massive anti-government protests. The news about a chronic heart problem stoked further anger and distrust during extreme political polarization in Israel. Last year, Netanyahu was rushed to the hospital for what doctors said likely was dehydration . He stayed overnight, prompting his weekly Cabinet meeting to be delayed. Earlier this year, Netanyahu underwent hernia surgery , during which he was under full anesthesia and unconscious. Levin served as acting prime minister during the operation. Recovery can be quick According to Netanyahu’s office, the Israeli leader was diagnosed with a urinary tract infection on Wednesday stemming from a benign enlargement of his prostate. The infection was treated successfully with antibiotics, but Sunday's procedure will remove his prostate. Complications from prostate enlargement are common in men in their 70s and 80s, Dr. Shay Golan, head of the oncology urology service at Israel’s Rabin Medical Center, told Israeli Army Radio. Golan spoke in general terms and was not involved in Netanyahu’s care or treatment. He said an enlarged prostate can block proper emptying of the bladder, leading to a build-up of urine that can lead to an infection or other complications. After medicinal treatment, doctors can recommend a procedure to remove the prostate to prevent future blockages, Golan said. In Netanyahu’s case, because the prostate is not cancerous, Golan said doctors will likely perform an endoscopic surgery, carried out by inserting small instruments into a body cavity, rather than making surgical cuts in the abdomen to reach the prostate. The procedure lasts about an hour, Golan said, and recovery is quick. He said that aside from catheter use for one to three days after the procedure, patients can return to normal activity without significant limitations. Tia Goldenberg, The Associated PressExternal Affairs Minister S Jaishankar called for a redefined foreign policy to support India's ambitious vision of 'Viksit Bharat,' acknowledging that the evolving global landscape necessitates these changes. Speaking at the launch of 'India's World' magazine, Jaishankar noted that a post-Nehruvian foreign policy is not a political attack but a practical approach. He highlighted the importance of technological advancements and shifting global dynamics, urging a more ambitious and integrated foreign policy outlook. (With inputs from agencies.)The 16th Arab Conference on the Peaceful Uses of Atomic Energy kicked off Sunday in Amman, Jordan, with the participation of approximately 150 scientists and researchers from across the Arab world. Secretary-General of the Arab League Ahmed Aboul Gheit highlighted the region’s growing energy needs, noting that the Middle East and North Africa require a 70% increase in electricity capacity by 2050 to meet rising demand. He emphasized that nuclear energy offers a vital and efficient solution to these challenges, pointing out that a single nuclear power plant can provide energy to an unlimited number of homes at an economical cost with minimal environmental impact, SPA reported. The five-day conference will address key topics such as advanced reactor technologies, innovative nuclear applications in health and environmental management, and the role of nuclear advancements in driving social and economic development. Participants will also explore strategies for meeting the increasing demand for clean energy, including developments in nuclear fusion.Israeli military actions in Gaza continue amid ceasefire talks
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The right frame can freeze a moment in time, creating meaning for the masses from a fist pump over a bloodied ear , a bridge crumbled by a ship , towns shredded by nature , and a victory sealed with an on-field kiss . In 2024, photographers across the U.S. captured glimpses of humanity, ranging from a deeply divisive presidential election , to hurricanes and fires that ravaged communities, to campus protests over the war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. The gallery from The Associated Press illustrates a new chapter of political history — the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump , the moment President Joe Biden announced he would no longer run again , the campaign sprint by Vice President Kamala Harris in Biden’s place, and the raw emotion from voters during a grueling contest ultimately won by Trump . Related Articles Hurricanes whipped through the country with devastating imagery, leaving a path of wreckage and death from Florida to Appalachia . After Hurricane Helene , Lake Lure in North Carolina was shown in a jarring photo covered in shards of debris thick enough to hide the surface of the water. Hurricane Milton ripped apart the roof of Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Florida, home to Major League Baseball’s Tampa Bay Rays. The scale of destruction experienced in some corners of the country in 2024 was hard to capture and might have been harder to fathom. That was the case when a container ship slammed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, causing it to collapse and crumple around the vessel, killing construction workers on the bridge. As flames torched the landscape in California , another image captured firefighters and sheriff’s deputies pushing a vintage car away from a burning home. Elsewhere in California , one photo is aglow with bright orange flames, broken up only by the subtle features of an animal running through them. But hope also persevered in the face of devastation. In Helene’s aftermath , an image from Crystal River, Florida, shows Dustin Holmes holding hands with his girlfriend, Hailey Morgan, as they sloshed through floodwaters with her 4- and 7-year-old children to return to their flooded home. And in Manasota Key, Florida, a family was lit up by the glow of flashlights as they walked to check on their home damaged by Milton. Other photos from 2024 also grabbed the darkness and shadows to emphasize light: among them, a rocket liftoff and a total solar eclipse . And, yes, eclipse glasses were back in style for a shared moment of skygazing. But many other photos delivered a blast of color, from the spectrum of the northern lights across a Maine sky to a crew of workers wading into the deep-red of a Massachusetts cranberry bog . And, once again, Taylor Swift captured the country’s attention, even as a part of the crowd. She rushed down from the stands to kiss her boyfriend, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, after the Chiefs won the AFC Championship , en route to another Super Bowl win.
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Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat and TikTok will be encouraged to use “highly accurate” facial recognition checks to stop underage children from accessing their sites under plans to be announced by Ofcom. Amid widespread evidence that children are faking their age to create online profiles, social media companies will be told to enforce a minimum age limit of 13. Ofcom will recommend that social media companies use the technology to determine the age of those trying to create a profile under guidance to be published in April. Other options could involve showing a passport or using a government digital ID. • Toothless Online Safety Act leaves children still at risk About 24 per cent of children aged five to seven own a smartphone, according to research by the broadcasting watchdog, and a third of parents say their children of that age are using social media independently.SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Even when Penn State quarterback Drew Allar gets some praise, it's usually a backhanded compliment. They say he's a good game manager and stays within himself, or that he doesn't try to do too much. They mention he might not be flashy, but he gives the team a chance to win. And here's the thing about Penn State since Allar stepped under center: The Nittany Lions have won games. A lot of them. Sometimes that's hard to remember considering the lukewarm reception he often gets from fans. "I get it — we have a really passionate fan base and they're a huge part of our success," Allar said Sunday at College Football Playoff quarterfinals media day. "For us, we always want to go out there every drive and end with a touchdown, so when we don't do that, there's nobody more frustrated than us." The polarizing Allar is having a solid season by just about any standard, completing more than 68% of his passes for 3,021 yards, 21 touchdowns and seven interceptions while leading the sixth-seeded Nittany Lions to a 12-2 record and a spot in the Fiesta Bowl for Tuesday's game against No. 3 seed Boise State. But in a college football world filled with high-scoring, explosive offenses, Allar's no-frills performances often are the object of ire. The Penn State offense is a run-first bunch, led by the talented combo of Nicholas Singleton and Kaytron Allen. "If we had a nickel for every time there was a Monday morning quarterback saying some BS stuff, we'd all be pretty rich," offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki said. "I think part of being a quarterback, especially at Penn State but really anywhere, is how you respond to and manage criticism." The 20-year-old Allar has made strides in that department after a trying 2023 season that finished with a 10-3 record. He says that's largely because once fall camp started back in August, he logged off the social media platform X. Allar said negative online experiences wore on him last year, and his phone number was leaked a few times, which added to the stress. He finally realized that controlling outside narratives was impossible, so the best course of action was to eliminate a needless distraction. "I've been more mentally free, as much as that sounds crazy," Allar said. "I think that's been a huge difference for me this year." The biggest criticism of Allar — and really Penn State as a whole during the 11-year James Franklin era — is that he isn't capable of winning the big games. He's 0-2 against rival Ohio State and threw a late interception against Oregon in the Big Ten title game earlier this month, which sealed the Ducks' 45-37 victory. He wasn't great in the CFP's first round, either, completing just 13 of 22 passes for 127 yards as Penn State muscled past SMU 38-10 on a cold, blustery day to advance to the Fiesta Bowl. But the quarterback is confident a better performance — aided by a game that will be played in comfortable temperatures in a domed stadium — is coming. "For me, I just have to execute those (easy) throws early in the game and get our guys into rhythm," Allar said. "Get them involved early as much as I can and that allows us to stay on the field longer, call more plays and open up our offense more. That will help us a ton, building the momentum throughout the game." Allar might be a favorite punching bag for a section of the Penn State fan base, but that's not the case in his own locker room. Star tight end Tyler Warren praised his quarterback's ability to avoid sacks, saying that the 6-foot-5, 238-pounder brings a toughness that resonates with teammates. "He's a football player," Warren said. "He plays quarterback, but when you watch him play and the energy he brings and the way he runs the ball, he's just a football player and that fires up our offense." Now Allar and Penn State have a chance to silence critics who say that the Nittany Lions don't show up in big games. Not that he's worried about what other people think. "I think it's a skill at the end of the day — blocking out the outside noise," Allar said. "Focusing on you and the process and being honest with yourself, both good and bad."5-yr-old dies of burn injuries in Simdega
Courtney Bass, an outreach worker with Milestone Recovery, listens as a homeless woman talks to her in Scarborough on Dec. 17. Gregory Rec/Portland Press Herald Whenever a patient of Milestone Recovery, past or present, dies from a drug overdose, staff typically logs into a critical incident system to report it. One day this fall, Executive Director Tom Doherty went to log in but needed to update his password because it had expired after 90 days of inactivity. It had been at least 90 days since someone died. Service providers like Doherty aren’t taking victory laps, but there is a glimmer of optimism as 2024 sunsets that Maine might be reversing a deadly trend that has devastated the state for a decade. Between January and October, there have been 403 drug overdose deaths, an average of 40 each month, according to state data . That’s down 21% from the same period in 2023 when 513 overdose deaths had been recorded, and it comes on the heels of a 16% decrease from 2022 to 2023 . If this year’s pace continues in November and December, Maine will end 2024 with fewer than 500 fatal overdoses for the first time since 2019. Gordon Smith, Maine’s director of opioid response, said deaths aren’t always the best metric for success or failure, even though he understands that’s what generates the most attention. “We could do everything right that we’re supposed to do, and our deaths could still go up,” he said. And it’s clear there are some larger forces at work. Overdose deaths are down nationwide this year, although Maine’s decrease is more dramatic than the national decline. Still, Smith said, the historic investments Maine has made in treatment, harm reduction and prevention might be paying off. Just last month, the state awarded $14 million to 43 projects through its share of opioid settlement funds and those funds will continue to flow to Maine for 17 more years. Doherty said greater acceptance of harm reduction efforts has been a key factor. Harm reduction means everything from widespread distribution of the overdose-reversing drug naloxone and drug testing strips to the Good Samaritan law that allows anyone to call 911 following an overdose without fear of being arrested for drug possession crimes. Milestone has two mobile outreach teams that spend their days traveling throughout greater Portland looking for people at greatest risk. Other agencies, including Maine Access Points, which focuses on harm reduction efforts in rural areas, have the same aim. The goal is to steer them toward treatment, even if that takes many attempts. “Not everybody is going to clean up their mess on the same day,” said Angel Trotter, a Milestone outreach worker. So, the goal becomes simpler: Just keep them alive. ‘Trying to get by’ Courtney Bass, an outreach worker with Milestone Recovery, hands a stocking to a homeless woman in Portland on Dec. 17. Gregory Rec/Portland Press Herald Trotter and her outreach partner, Courtney Bass, spend most of their days working out of a Nissan NV3500 passenger van that’s filled with supplies and food. One day this month, the two women also toted individualized Christmas stockings that had been stuffed by volunteers with candy and personal care items. Their goal each day is to make contact with clients who are living on the street, most of whom are also dealing with substance use disorder — the most vulnerable to overdose. “I’m not sure how long I would last living out behind the ballfield and having people not even looking at you or shouting, “Get a job,’” Doherty said. Trotter and Bass said their work has gotten harder since Portland passed an ordinance prohibiting homeless encampments. Now, unhoused individuals who don’t end up at the shelter are scattered in bordering communities like South Portland and Westbrook. With Bass behind the wheel and Trotter in the passenger seat on her laptop or phone, they start their route. “Meeting people where they are at” is a common phrase, and that often means in parking lots of libraries or big box retail stores. Sometimes it’s just the side of the road. Trotter has been an outreach worker for 18 months but said she, too, was living on the street not that long ago. “It’s changed a lot,” she said. Bass has been with Milestone for more than a decade. She said much of her job is making sure people have what they need to stay safe. “You don’t think about these things when you’re running, you’re just trying to get by,” she said. At one stop, a young man asked Trotter to look at a rash on his stomach that wasn’t going away. She asked if she could take a picture and send it to someone at the free clinic. Back in the van, she places a call and tells a clinician she’s going to send the picture over to see if he needs to be treated right away. They work closely with other service agencies, including Common Space, which operates a needle exchange program and other harm reduction initiatives. Executive Director Brian Townsend points to two factors contributing to the decline in overdose deaths: 1. A dramatic increase in available supplies for safe use and 2. Increased sophistication and knowledge of overdose response. There is still resistance, he said, to harm reduction initiatives such as needle exchange programs. Townsend doesn’t begrudge anyone who has a strong emotional reaction, like complaining about discarded needles or the impact on emergency crews. But he also tries to explain that harm reduction does not equate to enabling drug use. “Our efforts are strictly to keep people safe, and keep them alive,” he said. At their last stop, Trotter and Bass waited for nearly 20 minutes in a parking lot across from Lowe’s on Brighton Avenue, near the Portland-Westbrook line, for a client who was supposed to meet them. They didn’t show up the day before either. Bass said if more than a couple of days go by without seeing a regular client, they start to worry a little. “Then we go look,” she said. ‘Still way too many’ Tom Doherty is the director of Milestone Recovery in Portland. Gregory Rec/Portland Press Herald Maine isn’t alone in documenting fewer deaths. Fatal overdoses declined nationally by about 14% between June 2023 and June 2024, according to recent data published by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Some experts attribute some of it to the supply chain. Fentanyl, the powerful synthetic opioid that supplanted heroin years ago as the go-to drug of many, has has become less potent as the country has started to crack down on cartels and other international suppliers. This fall, U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration head Anne Milgram announced that for the first time since 2021, her agency saw a decline in fentanyl potency. Smith said Maine has likely seen some of that, too. In addition to fewer deaths, the number of non-fatal overdoses has decreased by 13% over the same period in 2023. Still, fentanyl showed up in three of every four overdose deaths in Maine this year, often in combination with another substance, such as cocaine or methamphetamine, according to state data. Smith also said officials have little control over the supply side of the crisis. Cartels and others have always found a way to stay a step ahead. “I’d rather work on the demand side,” he said. To that end, Maine has built a network of recovery coaches across the state that didn’t exist five years ago. Naloxone has become widespread in most communities. There are more than 1,000 recovery beds statewide. The state has never had more people on methadone and Suboxone, the two primary forms of medication-assisted treatment. And more and more are opting to use Sublocade, which is a one-month injection that blocks opioid receptors and effectively makes it impossible to get high. In Portland, Milestone has doubled its number of detox beds . Combined with other beds around the city, there are 5 times as many as before the pandemic. “It used to sort of be like Willy Wonka and the golden ticket,” Doherty said. There are always challenges. Experts say tracking other substances that might get mixed with fentanyl or methamphetamine or cocaine is key. Some newer mixers are resistant to naloxone. It’s one of the reasons agencies like Milestone and Common Space distribute testing strips. Longer-term residential treatment, which is expensive, is still in short supply and often faces local resistance . Townsend said that independent of the state’s investments, the conversation about opioid use and overdose has evolved so that it’s OK to talk about. Mostly. “Stigma remains one of our biggest issues,” he said. “That has not shifted all the way, but it has shifted in the right direction.” While there is more hope, experts aren’t declaring any victories. “It’s still way too many (overdose deaths) in a state our size,” Smith said. Doherty agrees and is always quick to temper his optimism. Not long after he logged into the critical incident system with his new password, the agency saw two overdose deaths back-to-back. Drug overdose deaths declined by 16% in Maine in 2023 Maine Recovery Council approves $13.9 million in projects Legislators approve compromise bill for Good Samaritan expansion Comments are not available on this story. Send questions/comments to the editors.NEW YORK -- As New York City prosecutors work to bring murder charges against Luigi Mangione in the brazen killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, supporters of the suspect are donating tens of thousands of dollars for a defense fund established for him, leaving law enforcement officials worried Mangione is being turned into a martyr. Several online defense funds have been created for Mangione by anonymous people, including one on the crowdfunding website GiveSendGo that as of Sunday morning had raised over $100,000. NOTE: The video above is from a previous report. The GiveSendGo defense fund for the 26-year-old Mangione was established by an anonymous group calling itself "The December 4th Legal Committee," apparently in reference to the day Mangione allegedly ambushed and gunned down Thompson in Midtown Manhattan as the executive walked to his company's shareholders conference at the New York Hilton hotel. "We are not here to celebrate violence, but we do believe in the constitutional right to fair legal representation," the anonymous group said in a statement. The crowdfunding campaign prompted donations from thousands of anonymous donors across the country, many of them leaving messages of support for Mangione, including one person who called themselves "A frustrated citizen" and thanked Mangione for "sparking the awareness and thought across this sleeping nation." The GiveSendGo fund for Mangione appeared to be briefly taken down before it was restored on Thursday. In a statement to ABC News, a spokesperson for GiveSendGo said the company "operates with a principle of not preemptively determining guilt or innocence." "Our platform does not adjudicate legal matters or the validity of causes. Instead, we allow campaigns to remain live unless they violate the specific terms outlined in our Terms of Use. Importantly, we do allow campaigns for legal defense funds, as we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to access due process," the GiveSendGo spokesperson said. The spokesperson added, "We understand the concerns raised by such campaigns and take these matters seriously. When campaigns are reported, our team conducts a thorough review to ensure they comply with our policies. While other platforms may choose a different approach, GiveSendGo's core value is to provide a space where all individuals, no matter their situation, can seek and receive support, with donors making their own informed decisions." Other crowdfunding sites such as GoFundMe have also taken down campaigns soliciting donations for Mangione's defense. "GoFundMe's Terms of Service prohibit fundraisers for the legal defense of violent crimes," the crowdfunding website said in a statement. "The fundraisers have been removed from our platform and all donors have been refunded."Amazon and Etsy have removed from their websites merchandise featuring Mangione, including T-shirts and tote bags reading "Free Luigi" and the phrase "Deny, Defend, Depose," words police said were etched in the shell casings discovered at the scene of Thompson's homicide. "Celebrating this conduct is abhorrent to me. It's deeply disturbing," Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg told ABC News senior investigative reporter Aaron Katersky in an interview Wednesday night. "And what I would say to members of the public, people who as you described are celebrating this and maybe contemplating other action, that we will be vigilant and we will hold people accountable. We are at the ready." Prosecutors at the Manhattan district attorney's office have begun presenting evidence to a grand jury as they work to try to secure an indictment against Mangione, sources told ABC News on Thursday. Mangione's attorney, Thomas Dickey of Altoona, Pennsylvania, where the suspect was arrested Monday following a five-day manhunt, said his client is presumed innocent and will plead not guilty to any charges filed against him. Mangione is contesting extradition to New York. Asked about people contributing to Mangione defense funds that have popped up, Dickey said, "People are entitled to their opinion and, like I said, if you're an American and you believe in the American criminal justice system, you have to presume him to be innocent and none of us would want anything other than that if that were us in their shoes. So, I'm glad he had some support." In a later interview on CNN, Dickey said he is leaning toward not accepting any money from his client's supporters for his defense. "To be honest with you, I probably wouldn't," Dickey told CNN. "I just don't feel comfortable about that. So, I don't know. I haven't given that much thought. Obviously, my client appreciates the support that he has, but I don't know, it just doesn't sit right with me, really." Retired FBI special agent Richard Frankel said that in previous politically-charged violent crimes, suspects have received unsolicited support. "We saw it with the Unabomber," said Frankel, an ABC News contributor, referring to Ted Kaczynski -- the mathematician-turn-domestic terrorist who blamed technology for a decline of individual freedom and mailed handcrafted explosives to targeted individuals between 1978 and 1995. Frankel said Eric Rudolph, who detonated a bomb in Atlanta's Centennial Olympic Park during the 1996 Olympic Games and carried out three additional bombings as he eluded capture for five years, also attracted supporters. "In my opinion, they're supporting individuals who have committed potentially terrorist acts, but it's a politically charged act," Frankel said Referring to the Thompson killing, Frankel added, "You can be up in arms about the healthcare industry, but you can't threaten or actually hurt members of the healthcare industry." Most recently, Marine veteran Daniel Penny was acquitted of criminally negligent homicide in the chokehold death of Jordan Neely, a homeless man who was acting erratically on a New York City subway, after supporters donated more than $3 million to his legal defense fund. Law enforcement officials have expressed concern that Mangione is being turned into a martyr. Someone this week pasted "wanted posters" outside the New York Stock Exchange naming other executives. A bulletin released Wednesday by the Delaware Valley Intelligence Center, a multi-agency law enforcement intelligence-sharing network based in Philadelphia, included a photo of a banner hanging from an overpass reading, "Deny, Defend, Depose." "Many social media users have outright advocated for the continued killings of CEOs with some aiming to spread fear by posting 'hit lists,'" the bulletin, obtained by ABC News, reads. Meanwhile, New York Police Department investigators continue to build a murder case against Mangione, who is being held in Pennsylvania on charges stemming from his arrest there, including illegal possession of ghost gun and fraudulent identification. Mangione has pleaded not guilty to the charges in Pennsylvania. On Wednesday, NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said that the three shell casings recovered at the scene of Thompson's shooting matched the gun found in Mangione possession when he was arrested. She also confirmed that Mangione's fingerprints were recovered from a water bottle and the wrapper of a granola bar found near the crime scene.A look back at 2024 in photosParisian elegance meets Mediterranean sophistication at Ashton’s year-end showcase. Ashton, a leader in premium surfacing and home products, recently launched two new collections by Cosentino just in time for the holidays: Silestone Le Chic Bohème and Dekton Pietra. Ashton officially unveiled the new collections at La Bohème Noël , an elegant year-end celebration inspired by the bohemian marriage of romantic Parisian artistry and timeless Mediterranean beauty. The evening also marked the announcement of Ashton’s new brand color, setting the stage for an exciting new chapter as the company enters its 30th year in 2025. “The end of the year is always a time for reflection, gratitude, and celebration,” said Janelle Sy of Ashton. “We want to thank our valued partners, customers, and designers for their continued trust, support, and collaboration. As we close 2024, we are thrilled to introduce two extraordinary collections that embody sophistication, sustainability, and artistic expression, while setting the tone for our continued commitment to design excellence.” Drawing inspiration from the timeless charm of Paris and the free-spirited essence of bohemian style, Silestone Le Chic Bohème encapsulates individuality and authenticity in four extraordinary colors: Enhanced by Silestone’s UKIYO fluted design, this collection brings veining and texture to life in new dimensions, seamlessly integrating artistic expression with functional design. 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From production powered by renewable energy to offsetting CO2 emissions, Dekton represents the pinnacle of sustainable innovation in premium surfaces. Discover the artistry of Silestone Le Chic Bohème and Dekton Pietra firsthand by visiting Ashton’s Flagship Showroom at the G/F, Inoza Tower, 40th Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City or at their other showroom located at 35 Wilson Street corner Ortigas Ave., Greenhills. For other details, click ashton.com.ph . You may also call telephone number 7528-9123 or visit @ashtoncorpofficial on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The right frame can freeze a moment in time, creating meaning for the masses from a , a , towns , and a victory sealed with an . In 2024, photographers across the U.S. captured glimpses of humanity, ranging from a deeply divisive , to hurricanes and that ravaged communities, to over the war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. The gallery from The Associated Press illustrates a new chapter of political history — the assassination attempt on former President , the moment President Joe Biden announced he , the campaign sprint by Vice President Kamala Harris in Biden’s place, and the raw emotion from during a grueling contest ultimately . Related Articles Hurricanes whipped through the country with devastating imagery, leaving a path of wreckage and death from to . After Hurricane , in North Carolina was shown in a jarring photo covered in shards of debris thick enough to hide the surface of the water. Hurricane ripped apart the roof of in St. Petersburg, Florida, home to Major League Baseball’s Tampa Bay Rays. The scale of destruction experienced in some corners of the country in 2024 was hard to capture and might have been harder to fathom. That was the case when a container ship slammed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, causing it to collapse and crumple around the vessel, on the bridge. As flames , another image captured firefighters and sheriff’s deputies pushing a vintage car away from a burning home. , one photo is aglow with bright orange flames, broken up only by the subtle features of an animal running through them. But hope also persevered in the face of devastation. In , an image from Crystal River, Florida, shows Dustin Holmes holding hands with his girlfriend, Hailey Morgan, as they sloshed through floodwaters with her 4- and 7-year-old children to return to their flooded home. And in Manasota Key, Florida, a family was lit up by the glow of flashlights as they walked to check on their home damaged by Milton. Other photos from 2024 also grabbed the darkness and shadows to emphasize light: among them, a and a total solar . And, yes, eclipse glasses were back in style for a shared moment of skygazing. But many other photos delivered a blast of color, from the spectrum of the northern lights to a crew of workers wading into the deep-red of a Massachusetts . And, once again, captured the country’s attention, even as a part of the crowd. She rushed down from the stands to kiss her boyfriend, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, after the Chiefs , en route to win.SAN DIEGO , Dec. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP announces that purchasers or acquirers of ASML Holding N.V. (NASDAQ: ASML) ordinary shares between January 24, 2024 and October 15, 2024 , all dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), have until Monday, January 13, 2025 to seek appointment as lead plaintiff of the ASML class action lawsuit. Captioned City of Hollywood Firefighters' Pension Fund v. ASML Holding N.V. , No. 24-cv-08664 (S.D.N.Y.), the ASML class action lawsuit charges ASML as well as certain of ASML's top current and former executives with violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. If you suffered substantial losses and wish to serve as lead plaintiff of the ASML class action lawsuit, please provide your information here: https://www.rgrdlaw.com/cases-asml-holding-n-v-class-action-lawsuit-asml.html You can also contact attorneys J.C. Sanchez or Jennifer N. Caringal of Robbins Geller by calling 800/449-4900 or via e-mail at info@rgrdlaw.com . CASE ALLEGATIONS : ASML develops, produces, markets, sells, and services advanced semiconductor equipment systems for chipmakers. The ASML class action lawsuit alleges that defendants throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) the issues being faced by suppliers, like ASML, in the semiconductor industry were much more severe than defendants had indicated to investors; (ii) the pace of recovery of sales in the semiconductor industry was much slower than defendants had publicly acknowledged; and (iii) defendants had created the false impression that they possessed reliable information pertaining to customer demand and anticipated growth, while also downplaying risk from macroeconomic and industry fluctuations, as well as stronger regulations restricting the export of semiconductor technology, including the products that ASML sells. The ASML class action lawsuit further alleges that on October 15, 2024 , ASML announced that it: (i) recorded quarterly booking of only €2.63 billion – a 53% decline from €5.6 billion in the second quarter of 2024; (ii) expected full year 2025 net sales to be between €30 billion and €35 billion, in the lower half of ASML's initial range of between €30 billion and €40 billion; and (iii) materially reduced its gross margin target to between 51% and 53%, down from its prior guidance of between 54% and 56%. On this news, the price of ASML stock fell more than 16%, according to the complaint. Then, on October 16, 2024 , during the accompanying earnings call, the ASML class action lawsuit alleges that ASML's CFO, defendant Roger Dassen , attributed the poor bookings results to "a reflection of the slow recovery in the traditional [semiconductor] end markets as customers remain cautious in the current environment." Additionally, ASML's CEO, defendant Christophe Fouquet , admitted that the semiconductor industry "recovery will extend well into 2025," leading to "a reduced growth curve in 2025 and an . . . overall reduction of our lithography demand," according to the complaint. The ASML class action lawsuit alleges that on this news, the price of ASML stock fell more than 6%. THE LEAD PLAINTIFF PROCESS : The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 permits any investor who purchased or acquired ASML ordinary shares during the Class Period to seek appointment as lead plaintiff in the ASML class action lawsuit. A lead plaintiff is generally the movant with the greatest financial interest in the relief sought by the putative class who is also typical and adequate of the putative class. A lead plaintiff acts on behalf of all other class members in directing the ASML class action lawsuit. The lead plaintiff can select a law firm of its choice to litigate the ASML class action lawsuit. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff of the ASML class action lawsuit. ABOUT ROBBINS GELLER : Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP is one of the world's leading law firms representing investors in securities fraud cases. Our Firm has been #1 in the ISS Securities Class Action Services rankings for six out of the last ten years for securing the most monetary relief for investors. We recovered $6.6 billion for investors in securities-related class action cases – over $2.2 billion more than any other law firm in the last four years. With 200 lawyers in 10 offices, Robbins Geller is one of the largest plaintiffs' firms in the world and the Firm's attorneys have obtained many of the largest securities class action recoveries in history, including the largest securities class action recovery ever – $7.2 billion – in In re Enron Corp. Sec. Litig. Please visit the following page for more information: https://www.rgrdlaw.com/services-litigation-securities- fraud .html Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Services may be performed by attorneys in any of our offices. Contact: Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP J.C. Sanchez, Jennifer N. Caringal 655 W. Broadway, Suite 1900, San Diego, CA 92101 800-449-4900 info@rgrdlaw.com View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/asml-investor-alert-asml-holding-nv-investors-with-substantial-losses-have-opportunity-to-lead-shareholder-class-action-lawsuit-302331615.html SOURCE Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Perhaps the biggest improvement in Bryce Young’s game in Year 2 has been his ability to improvise and use his legs to create plays. On Sunday, Young ran five times for a career-high 68 yards, including a 23-yard touchdown on a scramble in Carolina’s 36-30 overtime win over Arizona , which eliminated the Cardinals from playoff contention . It was Young’s fourth rushing touchdown of the season after failing to score on the ground in 2023 as a rookie. Aside from the touchdowns, his rushing numbers are similar to 2023, but it’s clear Young is making better decisions and getting out of the pocket quicker when his protection begins to breaks down. “I'm trying to take what the defense gives me,” Young said. “As a passer, I always try to remain a passer as long as possible. We talk about all the time just extending above the 2.7 (seconds) and starting the second play, and doing whatever it takes. For me, it's just being more comfortable in the system and playing with the guys. I want to do everything I can to continue to be efficient by moving the chains and doing what’s best for the team. The last couple of weeks have been a little more than that." Young played one of his better games against the Cardinals, finishing 17 of 26 passing for 158 yards and two touchdowns with no interceptions one week after turning the ball over four times in a loss to the Dallas Cowboys. Carolina scored TDs on its first three possessions, the first time that has happened in six years. Panthers coach Dave Canales said Young played “fast” and was “really decisive." “You saw some of the scrambles early in the first half where he was able to pick up some critical third downs for us there and run one in for a touchdown,” Canales said. “It was about just being decisive, knowing where all the bones are buried in his concepts and being able to get to the scramble when those windows opened up for him. Again, just making some really nice throws when we needed him to.” What’s working Carolina's offensive line was outstanding on Sunday in the run-blocking game as the Panthers racked up 243 yards with Chuba Hubbard running for 152 yards and two TDs. Hubbard has 1,195 yards rushing, which ranks as the fourth most in a season in team history behind DeAngelo Williams (1,515) in 2008, Stephen Davis (1,444) in 2003 and Christian McCaffrey (1,387) in 2019. His 10 touchdowns on the ground are tied for the fifth most in franchise history. What needs help The Panthers run defense. It's the same old refrain and it isn't going to get any better until next season. Carolina allowed James Conner to run for 117 yards and a touchdown as Arizona put up 206 yards on the ground. The Panthers have now allowed an average of nearly 200 yards rushing over the past seven weeks under defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero. Injuries have played a major role in that as the team lost defensive lineman Derrick Brown and linebacker Shaq Thompson early in the season, but it's obvious that adding help on the front seven will be a major priority for general manager Dan Morgan in the offseason. Stock up Hubbard got the redemption he sought on Sunday when he ran 21 yards for the winning touchdown in overtime to knock the Cardinals out of playoff contention. Three weeks earlier, Hubbard fumbled in overtime against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers while the Panthers were driving for the winning field goal, costing his team the game. The left Hubbard sitting on the team's bench on the sideline in disbelief. But Hubbard told himself at the time he would get another shot — and make the most of it. Hubbard had all 49 yards on the team's winning drive in OT and finished with 152 yards — 1 shy of a career high — and two touchdowns. Stock down Getting plays in on time to the huddle and getting them off before the play clock expires has been a challenge at times this season, and it crept up again against the Cardinals. On third-and-goal at the Arizona 3, the Panthers were flagged for delay of game after spending too much time reviewing whether Jalen Coker had hauled in a TD catch on the previous play. Replays showed Coker made the catch, but was out of bounds. The play call got in late to Young and he didn't get it off in time and no timeout was called. The penalty moved the Panthers back 5 yards, but the Cardinals bailed them out when they were flagged for roughing the passer. That gave the Panthers a new set of downs at the 4, and Hubbard scored on the next play. Injuries The Panthers came out of Sunday's game relatively injury-free. There had been an illness running through the team's locker room last week and it forced center Cade Mays to sit out the game. 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