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Details: Houston's 75th H-E-B Thanksgiving Day paradeSaturday, December 28, 2024 Delta Air Lines flight to Honolulu faces Christmas Eve disruption as a stowaway breaches security at Seattle Airport, sparking delays and safety concerns. On the festive evening of December 24, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) found itself at the center of a bizarre aviation security breach. A stowaway was caught attempting to secure an unauthorized ride aboard Delta Air Lines Flight 487, bound for Honolulu. The individual managed to pass through TSA security screenings but was discovered before takeoff, sparking concerns about airport security protocols. The incident took place on a busy holiday travel day, underscoring the challenges airports face during peak seasons. Delta Air Lines confirmed to CNN that the stowaway was detected while the aircraft was taxiing out for departure, forcing a delay of over two hours. The unauthorized individual reportedly cleared TSA’s standard screening process without raising alarms. However, it was later revealed that the person did not hold a valid boarding pass for Delta Flight 487. According to the Port of Seattle and TSA, the stowaway had entered the airport security checkpoint on the evening of December 23. The lack of a boarding pass went unnoticed until flight crew members identified the suspicious passenger during the taxiing process on Christmas Eve. Delta Air Lines immediately halted the plane’s movement and coordinated with airport authorities to resolve the situation. Officers from the Port of Seattle Police Department were dispatched to Gate B1 at approximately 1:05 p.m. to investigate. The aircraft was rescreened to ensure the safety of all passengers and crew members. Following the security clearance, the flight departed for Honolulu at 3:00 p.m., over two hours behind schedule. This incident comes on the heels of another stowaway-related event involving Delta Air Lines. In that case, an unticketed passenger managed to travel undetected from New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Paris just before Thanksgiving. While the Paris-bound passenger’s unauthorized journey raised eyebrows, the Seattle-Tacoma case added urgency to addressing lapses in security measures. Despite the individual undergoing TSA’s standard procedures, their ability to reach the aircraft highlights potential vulnerabilities. TSA clarified to CNN that the stowaway did not possess any prohibited items during screening. However, the breach underscores the need for stricter measures to ensure only ticketed passengers proceed to boarding gates. Holiday travel periods often see an influx of passengers, stretching airport security resources. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, like many others, faces heightened pressure during such times to maintain smooth operations while safeguarding against potential threats. While the two-hour delay caused inconvenience to passengers on Delta Flight 487, the swift action of flight crew and authorities prevented a more significant breach. The Seattle stowaway case is not an isolated event. Airports worldwide have encountered similar breaches, often leading to delayed flights and operational challenges. In 2023 alone, several instances of unauthorized passengers boarding flights or accessing restricted areas were reported, raising questions about the effectiveness of existing security frameworks. The Paris-bound stowaway incident from JFK Airport is a prime example. Despite traveling internationally without detection, the individual did not pose a threat. However, such cases expose critical gaps in aviation security systems that require immediate attention. To prevent future incidents, TSA and airport authorities must collaborate on robust measures, including: Events like the Seattle stowaway incident can undermine passenger confidence in air travel. Ensuring transparency and proactive measures by airlines and airport authorities is essential to restoring trust. For travelers, awareness of security protocols and adherence to guidelines play a pivotal role in maintaining safe and efficient airport operations. The Christmas Eve stowaway incident at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport serves as a wake-up call for the aviation industry. As holiday travel volumes surge, so does the need for heightened security measures. Delta Air Lines and airport authorities acted promptly to resolve the situation, ensuring the safety of all passengers on board. However, the incident highlights systemic vulnerabilities that require immediate attention to prevent similar occurrences in the future. By adopting advanced technologies, enhancing screening protocols, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders, airports can strengthen their security frameworks and uphold the trust of millions of travelers worldwide.spinph99 。

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LA Galaxy wins the 2024 MLS Cup after a long decade of chasing the titleKing added eight rebounds for the Huskies (4-1). Harold Woods added 12 points while shooting 5 of 11 from the field and 2 for 4 from the line while he also had five rebounds. Vianney Salatchoum led the way for the Panthers (1-4) with 14 points, six rebounds and two blocks. Woods put up eight points in the first half for Northeastern, who led 30-27 at the break. King led Northeastern with 12 points in the second half. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .

ChatGPT for iOS adds new shortcut for using SearchGPTFans divided over Zach Bryan’s response to mid-concert actThe holidays are coming to the library! Join us on Tuesday, Dec. 17, from 5 to 7 p.m. for The Nutcracker Suite, our holiday celebration. We had such a great time last year, and we’ve brought it back for 2024. This free, all-ages event pays homage to the holiday classic with an evening filled with crafts, readings, light refreshments and free photos with our special guest, Santa Claus. The Nutcracker Suite will begin with English and Spanish readings of the classic tale "The Nutcracker" followed by crafts and activities suitable for all age ranges. Children can craft snowflake wands and ornaments, teens can make holiday candles and adults can customize their own holiday-themed buttons. Refreshments, including hot cocoa and holiday-themed snacks, will be provided. Before you leave, make sure to get your picture taken with Santa Claus. We have a lot going on in December. Here are a few more programs you can participate in at the library. — Monday, Dec. 2, at 4 p.m. Kids Library Lab: Winter Shrinky Dinks. Make some wintry decorations with a throwback twist (first to fifth grade). — Saturday, Dec. 7, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Citizenship Course Part 1. This course helps individuals prepare for the citizenship exam and interview. Presented by Maria Guijon (ages 19-plus, presentation is bilingual). — Thursday, Dec. 12, at 5:30 p.m. DIY (Do it Yourself) at the Library: CD Case Calendar. Transform CD cases into stylish, personalized calendars at our fun and eco-friendly craft event (ages 19-plus). — Friday, Dec. 20, at 3 p.m. TnT: Pajama Day at the Library: Tweens and teens, join us for a cozy pajama day at the library. Wear your favorite pajamas, enjoy tasty snacks and play fun games (sixth through 12th grade). We look forward to seeing you. A reminder that we will be closed Dec. 24-26 and 31. If you're interested in exploring our catalog of books, videos, games and audio selections, check out ngrl.org or our social media. Our operating hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday; you can reach us at (706) 876-1360. Jessica Carrasco is the public relations coordinator for the Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library.

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When Katja Vogt considers a Jaguar, she pictures a British-made car purring confidently along the Italian coastline — a vision of familiarity that conveys "that dreaming, longing feeling we all love." She's not sure what to think about Jaguar now after the 89-year-old company announced a radical rebranding that featured loud colors and androgynous people — but no cars. Jaguar, the company says, will now be JaGUar. It will produce only electric vehicles beginning in 2026. Bad attention is good attention, Jaguar execs would appear to believe. The car brand has prompted mockery online for posting a glitzy ad without a single car in it. Say goodbye to British racing green, Cotswold Blue and black. Its colors are henceforth electric pink, red and yellow, according to a video that sparked backlash online. Its mission statement: "Create exuberance. Live vivid. Delete ordinary. Break moulds." "Intrigued?" @Jaguar posted on social media. "Weird and unsettled" is more like it, Vogt wrote on Instagram. "Especially now, with the world feeling so dystopian," the Cyprus-based brand designer wrote, "a heritage brand like Jaguar should be conveying feelings of safety, stability, and maybe a hint of rebellion — the kind that shakes things up in a good way, not in a way that unsettles." Jaguar was one of several iconic companies that announced significant rebrandings in recent weeks, upending a series of commercial — and cultural — landmarks by which many modern human beings sort one another, carve out identities and recognize the world around them. Campbell's, the 155-year-old American icon that artist Andy Warhol immortalized in pop culture decades ago, is ready for a new, soupless name. Comcast's corporate reorganization means there will soon be two television networks with "NBC" in their name — CNBC and MSNBC — that will no longer have any corporate connection to NBC News, a U.S. legacy news outlet. One could even argue the United States itself is rebranding with the election of former President Donald Trump and Republican majorities in the House and Senate. Unlike Trump's first election in 2016, he won the popular vote in what many called a national referendum on American identity. Are we, then, the sum total of our consumer decisions — what we buy, where we travel and whom we elect? Certainly, it's a question for those privileged enough to be able to afford such choices. Volumes of research in the art and science of branding — from "brandr," an old Norse word for burning symbols into the hides of livestock — say those factors do contribute to the modern sense of identity. So rebranding, especially of heritage names, can be a deeply felt affront to consumers. "It can feel like the brand is turning its back on everything that it stood for — and therefore it feels like it's turning its back on us, the people who subscribe to that idea or ideology," said Ali Marmaduke, strategy director with the Amsterdam-based Brand Potential. He said cultural tension — polarization — is surging over politics, wars in Russia and the Mideast, the environment, public health and more, creating what Marmaduke said is known as a "polycrisis": the idea that there are several massive crises converging that feel scary and complex. Campbell's soups "People are understandably freaked out by that," he said. "So we are looking for something that will help us navigate this changing, threatening world that we face." Trump's "Make America Great Again" qualifies. So did President Joe Biden's "Build Back Better" slogan. Campbell's soup itself — "Mmm Mmm Good" — isn't going anywhere, CEO Mark Clouse said. The company's new name, Campbell's Co., will reflect "the full breadth of our portfolio," which includes brands like Prego pasta sauce and Goldfish crackers. None of the recent activity around heritage brands sparked a backlash as ferocious as Jaguar's. The company stood as a pillar of tradition-loving British identity since World War II. The famous "leaper" cat Jaguar logo is pictured in 2019 at the Auto show in Paris, France. Jaguar said its approach to the rebrand was rooted in the philosophy of its founder, Sir William Lyons, to "copy nothing." What it's calling "the new Jaguar" will overhaul everything from the font of its name to the positioning of it's famous "leaper" cat. "Exuberant modernism" will "define all aspects of the new Jaguar world," according to the news release. The approach is thought to be aimed at selling fewer cars at a six-figure price point to a more diverse customer base. The reaction ranged from bewilderment to hostility. Memes sprouted up likening the video to the Teletubbies, a Benetton ad and — perhaps predictably — a bow to "woke" culture as the blowback intersected with politics. Get the latest local business news delivered FREE to your inbox weekly.

The Pittsburgh Steelers take on what is typically an unenviable task -- traveling on a short week for a Thursday night primetime game. However, a few things are playing in Pittsburgh's favor as Week 12 of the NFL regular season kicks off. Namely, the "trip" to Cleveland is a little more than two hours by road and when the Steelers arrive there, they'll be facing a backup quarterback at the helm of a massively underwhelming 2-8 Browns team. The Steelers (8-2) are coming off a huge win over Baltimore to stay atop the AFC North. And Pittsburgh is beginning to set its sights on potential home-field advantage come playoff time. ODDS AND TRENDS The Steelers are a consensus 3.5-point favorite. That includes at BetRivers, where they have been backed by 80 percent of the spread-line money. Pittsburgh's -195 moneyline to simply win the game has been even more popular, drawing 95 percent of all money wagered. The Browns enter Thursday night having failed to cover the spread in nine of their past 12 games. Meanwhile, the Steelers have covered the spread in every game during their five-game win streak. The 37.0 total points line has seen the Over backed by 65 percent of the money and 70 percent of the total bets. Each of Cleveland's past eight November home games has gone under the total points line. PROP PICKS --Steelers WR George Pickens Over 50 Receiving Yards (-195 at DraftKings): Russell Wilson has thrown six touchdowns in the four games since he took over as the starting quarterback. Two of those have gone to Pickens, who has at least 74 receiving yards in each of those games. There is some concern that Pittsburgh gains a big early lead and turns to a run-heavy attack, but Wilson throws an excellent deep ball and that plays into Pickens' strength. This is the most popular player prop at the book. --Steelers RB Najee Harris Anytime TD (+100 at BetRivers): That potential for a run-heavy approach should benefit Harris, who found the sledding tough against Baltimore with 63 yards on the ground. He was also held out of the end zone for the second time in three games. Keep in mind that Cleveland has allowed only three touchdowns on the ground all season, but the Browns have allowed 12 through the air. Harris has a trio of scores on the ground and receiving through 10 games. KEY STAT The Browns have won the first quarter in five consecutive home games against the Steelers. THE NEWS The Steelers have certainly been locked in. They are currently riding a five-game winning streak, most recently edging the Baltimore Ravens 18-16 on Sunday. Chris Boswell booted six field goals against Baltimore, while Wilson completed 23 of 36 passes for 205 yards and an interception. Meanwhile, Cleveland continues to go through the wringer. The Browns ended up on the wrong end of a 35-14 blowout while facing the host New Orleans Saints on Sunday, marking their seventh loss in the past eight games. Cleveland now has to go up against one of the most unforgiving defenses in the league. Browns quarterback Jameis Winston is determined to direct a fundamentally sound performance against Pittsburgh, which allows the second-fewest points per game in the NFL (16.2). "It's precision passing. Getting the ball out on time. Elite operation and just doing our job. It's the simple things," Winston said. "This team (the Steelers) is not going to try and fool you. They're going to line up and say, 'Give us your best, we're going to give you our best.'" Winston threw for 395 yards and two touchdowns on 30-for-46 passing in the setback against New Orleans, with Jerry Jeudy hauling in six catches for 142 yards and a score. Star running back Nick Chubb continued to struggle since his return from a knee injury that cut his 2023 season short, finishing with 50 yards on 11 carries. INJURY REPORT The Browns could be without standout defensive end Myles Garrett, who missed practice on Tuesday because of a hip injury. Wide receiver Elijah Moore (shoulder), guard Joel Bitonio (pectoral) and cornerbacks Denzel Ward (ribs/ankle) and Greg Newsome II (shoulder) were among those limited during the session. Linebacker Alex Highsmith is dealing with an ankle issue and was ruled out by the Steelers along with cornerback Cory Trice Jr. (hamstring). THEY SAID IT Wilson is starting to feel like he might be part of something special, but he also doesn't want Pittsburgh to get ahead of itself. "I definitely think that we have a chance (to make a deep playoff run)," said Wilson, who has played in two Super Bowls. "I think the biggest thing for us is continuing to just take each week as the most important week of it all. "I think that it's not really even just the week, it's just the day, it's just the moments in between. I think the greatest teams, the greatest players, in any sport, especially the teams I've been on, is the moment -- it's never too far away. It's right here, right now. And you're just locked into that." PREDICTION Divisional road games on short weeks typically shape up as a daunting task. That's not the case for the Steelers, who will be hyper-focused to put this one out of reach early before enjoying 10 days ahead of a trip to Cleveland. With a second game against the Browns before a huge game at Philadelphia, this is not an under-manned opponent Pittsburgh will look past. --Steelers 27, Browns 19 --Field Level Media

US expected to send £1 billion in weapons to Ukraine before Trump takes officeJulián Álvarez picking up the scoring pace with Atletico Madrid PRAGUE, Czech Republic (AP) — When the referee whistled for the free kick just outside the area, Atletico Madrid forward Julián Álvarez quickly picked up the ball and moved in position to take the shot. Canadian Press Nov 26, 2024 3:49 PM Nov 26, 2024 4:05 PM Share by Email Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Print Share via Text Message Atletico's Julian Alvarez, left, scores his side's second goal against Sparta's goalkeeper Peter Vindahl during the UEFA Champions League opening phase soccer match between Sparta Prague and Athletico Madrid in Prague, Czech Republic, Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024. (Roman Vondrous//CTK via AP) PRAGUE, Czech Republic (AP) — When the referee whistled for the free kick just outside the area, Atletico Madrid forward Julián Álvarez quickly picked up the ball and moved in position to take the shot. “When I saw the free kick, I told Rodri (Rodrigo De Paul) that I felt confident with the shot,” Álvarez said. “And it was a great goal.” Álvarez, Atletico's main signing in the offseason , has not been lacking confidence lately. The Argentina forward curled in the free kick shot in the 15th minute for the first of his two goals in the team’s 6-0 rout of Brest in the Champions League on Tuesday — the team’s biggest ever away win in European competitions. “We'll keep rotating who takes the free kicks,” said Álvarez, who also found the net in the 59th. It was Álvarez’s seventh goal in the last 10 matches, and third in his last three games across all competitions. The 24-year-old had a slow start to his first season with Atletico, scoring twice in 10 matches. “It was a matter of time before we started connecting well with each other,” said Álvarez, who joined Atletico after two seasons at Manchester City. “We have to stay on this path to keep improving.” Ángel Correa also scored two goals for Atletico, with Marcos Llorente and Antoine Griezmann adding one each. “We know that in this format of the competition we need to keep adding the three points and scoring goals," Álvarez said. "It's important to get the points and the goals.” Atletico was sitting in 13th place in the 36-team league standings. ___ AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccer The Associated Press See a typo/mistake? Have a story/tip? This has been shared 0 times 0 Shares Share by Email Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Print Share via Text Message Get your daily Victoria news briefing Email Sign Up More Soccer Australia's House of Representatives passes bill that would ban young children from social media Nov 26, 2024 3:59 PM Australia's House of Representatives passes bill that would ban young children from social media Nov 26, 2024 3:47 PM Messi's son debuts at Argentina youth tournament as grandparents watch Nov 26, 2024 3:32 PM

MONTREAL — Montreal Canadiens defenceman Mike Matheson was not available for Tuesday's game against the Utah Hockey Club due to a lower-body injury. The Canadiens announced his injury half an hour before puck drop. Jayden Struble took his place in the lineup as Montreal (7-11-2) faced Utah (8-10-3) for the first time. Matheson participated in the morning skate but missed practice on Monday. The 30-year-old from nearby Pointe-Claire, Que., leads all Montreal blueliners with 13 points (one goal, 12 assists) in 20 games as the lone defenceman on the team's top power-play unit. Struble has one goal and three assists in 15 games this season. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 26, 2024. The Canadian PressLisata Therapeutics (NASDAQ:LSTA) Receives Buy Rating from HC Wainwright

Inter take Champions League lead with narrow win over LeipzigThe time is here. Three Magic Valley teams will battle in the 2024 Idaho High School state championships. 1A (@ ICCU Dome, Pocatello) No. 2 Dietrich vs No. 1 Carey, 7 p.m. Thursday Click here to stream this game. Carey's Matthew Young runs the ball against Dietrich on Friday night, Oct. 11, 2024, at Dietrich High School. Carey and Dietrich will clash in the 1A championship at 7 p.m. Thursday while Declo will battle West Side in the 3A championship at 5:30 p.m. Friday. The Panthers stumped the Wolverines from the beginning. The past few years of pent-up postseason frustration exorcised in no doubt fashion. All year, Connor Perkins has been the engine for a Dietrich team chasing a state championship. Tri-Valley found out why in the 1A semifinals. 3A (@ ICCU Dome, Pocatello) No. 3 West Side vs. No. 1 Declo, 5:30 p.m. Friday Click here to stream this game. No. 1 Declo returned to Pocatello and wore down No. 5 Firth 28-7 in the state semifinals, clinching a return trip to the state championship. Declo football hasn’t shied away from its goal for 2024. Your story lives in the Magic Valley, and our new mobile app is designed to make sure you don’t miss breaking news, the latest scores, the weather forecast and more. From easy navigation with the swipe of a finger to personalized content based on your preferences to customized text sizes, the Times-News app is built for you and your life. Don’t have the app? Download it today from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Sent weekly directly to your inbox!US expected to send £1 billion in weapons to Ukraine before Trump takes office