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With time running out, Barcelona face a race against the clock to resolve Dembele's contract situation and avoid a potential disaster. The club's hierarchy must weigh the financial implications of meeting the player's demands against the risk of losing him for free. The decision they make in the coming weeks could have far-reaching consequences for Barcelona's future on and off the pitch. Gus Atkinson hat-trick puts England in command of second Test in New ZealandAuto industry leaders say U.S. president-elect Donald Trump's threat of tariffs on Canadian goods would have devastating effects for the sector, forcing both Canadian and U.S. consumers to pay higher vehicle prices. Flavio Volpe, president of the Automotive Parts Manufacturers' Association, said it's unreasonable to apply such a tax to vehicle parts, which may cross the border up to eight times before ending up in a finished vehicle. He noted the auto industry works with single-digit profit margins. "A tariff of 25 per cent is like talking about purple unicorns," said Volpe in an interview. "I think we need to ignore the number, because cars would cease to be made by American companies if that came into effect." Trump sparked backlash among Canadian business and political leaders after posting to Truth Social on Monday that he will sign an executive order imposing a 25 per cent tariff on all products coming to the United States from Canada and Mexico. The incoming president said such a tariff would remain in place until Canada and Mexico stop drugs and people from illegally crossing the borders. Global Automakers of Canada president and CEO David Adams said his organization had "obvious concerns" about the announcement. “A 25 per cent tariff on all imports from Canada — the largest trading partner of the United States — will negatively impact jobs and livelihoods on both sides of the border across a number of key sectors of our economies. This would also be the case for the automotive industry," said Adams in a statement. "In our view, Canada must act swiftly and firmly to make the case that the U.S. and Canada are stronger and more competitive when we face the global challenges together, not apart.” Volpe said any cross-border tax would increase the cost of components and raw materials that go back and forth between the neighbouring countries. That would lead to a slowdown in production and a supply shortage, prompting higher prices for customers at dealerships. "Everybody would feel it," he said. "First, the American consumer would feel it. But it wouldn't take too long before it would be shared by everybody, meaning everybody in Canada and Mexico as well." During the U.S. election campaign, Trump had promised to introduce a universal 10 per cent tariff on all American imports — a pledge that would reduce the size of the Canadian economy by around one per cent, resulting in $30 billion per year in economic costs, according to previous modelling by the Canadian Chamber of Commerce. But asked if he would consider any tariff level digestible for the Canadian auto sector, Volpe replied, "Zero is the maximum." "It's simply because we've built this auto sector together," said Volpe. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 27, 2024. Sammy Hudes, The Canadian Press
The world was left reeling in shock and sorrow as news broke of the abduction, murder, and disposal at sea of 26-year-old American influencer. The young woman, known for her vibrant personality and captivating social media presence, was reportedly kidnapped before meeting a tragic demise at the hands of her assailants.The grim reality of the situation has sparked widespread outrage and calls for justice from the online community, as tributes pour in for the beloved influencer whose light was extinguished far too soon. Friends, family, and followers alike are grappling with the devastating loss, struggling to come to terms with the senseless violence that claimed her life.
Furthermore, the reiteration of "moderate easing" as a policy direction after more than a decade underscores the leadership's recognition of the current economic landscape and the need for proactive measures to support growth. This term, which was last prominently featured in economic discourse in 2007, carries connotations of measured interventions aimed at maintaining stability and promoting sustainable development. The revival of this notion suggests a deliberate shift towards a more accommodative stance, which could have far-reaching implications for monetary and fiscal policies in the near future.
CARBONDALE, Ill. (AP) — Southern Illinois quarterback Michael Lindauer's coming-out party also was a dazzling farewell. The senior graduate assistant, pressed into duty as a player again when injuries left the Salukis in need of a quarterback, made his first career start — on Senior Day, no less — and threw for a school-record seven touchdowns in a 62-0 victory over Murray State on Saturday. “This was incredible,” Lindauer said. “The guys around me — thank the guys. The receivers were making plays, the O-line's blocking. When you get on a roll like that, stuff just starts happening.” The fifth-year senior, a transfer from Cincinnati, completed 20 of 33 passes for 283 yards. Keontez Lewis caught scoring passes of 4 and 64 yards. Bradley Clark had TDs of 35 and 23 yards. Nah’shawn Hezekiah had touchdowns of 19 and 35 yards on his two catches. And Jay Jones caught one pass for 1 yard — also a touchdown. Before the game, Lindauer had attempted 27 career passes. “Now, he's in the record book,” Salukis coach Nick Hill said. “It will be a hard record to beat, seven TDs in one game. ... What he's done ... just being so selfless and coming back and being a player. The team needed it. ... It’s a testament that if you stay committed, do the right things, have a great attitude, you’re going to get rewarded at some point, and he was rewarded in a big way today.” Southern Illinois finished the season 4-8 overall and 2-5 in the Missouri Valley Conference, but “to go out like that, that's a good way to go out,” Hill said. Lindauer was named the MVC offensive player of the week for his performance in his first and last career start. He plans to return in the spring, again as a graduate assistant coach, but this time with a resume to lean on. AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-footballThe person waiting for calmly approached him outside a Midtown Manhattan hotel, video shows. The shooter raised a gun and fatally shot Thompson at close range. Even as the weapon appeared to jam, the shooter remained composed, standing over Thompson and firing again before walking away, leaving behind , multiple news outlets reported. The killer hasn't yet been identified by authorities and is still at large. Experts told USA TODAY these details provide investigators key clues about who the man is ‒ and how tough it will be to catch him. There's some evidence to support that, said , a professor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice at the City University of New York. The more Alcazar sees video footage of the shooting, the more he believes the shooter may have been a professional. "It looks like this guy may have had some experience, and I'm sure investigators are entertaining the possibility," added Alcazar, a former detective with the New York City Police Department. "It definitely crossed my mind." He said the shooter's choice of what appears to be a indicates he had an objective: "If this guy wanted to assassinate someone, that's a very specific weapon that just needs one shot," Alcazar said. "If that's indeed the weapon (the weapon used in the shooting has not yet been recovered) and he specifically selected that, it shows confidence." Others aren't so sure. "I would lean toward not," said , a professor of criminal justice at Michigan State University and director of the university's Intelligence program. "On the one hand, from the behavior I saw in videos of the shooting, it might indicate he was a paid professional. He seems collected, calm, he's not overtly rushing." But, added Carter, whose expertise is in violent crime control, counterterrorism and law enforcement intelligence, a professional would have made sure in advance that the weapon he planned to use was in proper working order and wouldn't jam, something which appeared to have happened. "A paid assassin would use a revolver, which is more reliable and has no cartridges, or he would pick up the cartridges," Carter said. The cartridges that were left behind, Carter observed, might also indicate a motive that leans more toward a personal grudge than a professional hit: Multiple outlets reported, citing police sources, that recovered from the scene. "There is no reason someone who's a paid killer would do that," said Carter, "because that's evidence, and it's unique evidence." The shooter appears calm because, Carter speculated, "This is about revenge: 'I am thinking revenge, and I am basking in that revenge.'" Carter said investigators have their work cut out for them, since surveillance video, cell phone activity, facial recognition technology and other digital and electronic evidence, while helpful, will also be voluminous in a place like Midtown Manhattan and going through it all will be "tremendously labor-intensive." He said that while the shooter does seem to have experience with weapons, "that could be literally hundreds of thousands of people," including military and law enforcement personnel or veterans, hunters or gun hobbyists. The shooter seems to have taken steps to plan the attack and conceal his identity, Alcazar noted, using a fake ID, wearing a face mask and staying at a hostel, not renting a car but instead fleeing the scene first on foot and then on a bike. Carter and Alcazar both believe the shooter, whether a professional assassin or a person out for revenge or with some other motive, will be caught. "He seems to have been very meticulous," both in planning and in his escape, Alcazar said. "So when they're processing the scene and gathering surveillance and evidence, (law enforcement) will have to be just as meticulous."
The European Union's antitrust watchdog, the European Commission, has launched a questionnaire survey to investigate Nvidia's business practices. This move comes amidst growing concerns about the impact of the American tech giant's market power and potential anticompetitive behavior within the EU.
In conclusion, the participation of Manchester City and Chelsea in the Club World Cup promises to be a lucrative and exciting venture for both clubs. With the potential to earn £60 million in revenue and the opportunity to showcase their talents on a global stage, the upcoming tournament holds immense significance for the clubs, their players, and their fans. Manchester City and Chelsea will be looking to make the most of this opportunity and strive for success in the Club World Cup.Invest WindsorEssex will use $3.8 million in federal funding to boost EV battery training
AS predicts Real Madrid's starting lineup for this round of the Champions League: Mbappe, Modric in the ranks, Jovic plays as centre-backNow Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens can rest a bit. They've certainly earned it. Baltimore's 31-2 rout of Houston on Wednesday capped a sweep of a grueling stretch of three games in 11 days. Baltimore looked like a Super Bowl contender while handling the Giants, Steelers and Texans. A win next week would give the Ravens the AFC North title — and a third MVP award for Jackson seems to be very much in play. “These guys took these three games in 11 days and smashed it, obliterated it, tore it up and made into a bunch of smithereens laying around everywhere,” coach John Harbaugh said. “I’m proud of the guys (and) how they did it. They did a great job.” Jackson’s passer rating is up to 121.6 on the season. The NFL record is 122.5 by Aaron Rodgers in 2011. Derrick Henry has 1,783 yards rushing, the second most of his career. Justin Tucker, who has struggled to an alarming degree this season, made a 52-yard field goal that went right down the middle in the first quarter Wednesday. A win next week would be Baltimore's 12th of the season — only one behind the number that gave the Ravens the league's best regular-season record in 2023. They won't be the top seed this season, but a victory over Cleveland in Week 18 would mean a division title. Baltimore can also win the division if Pittsburgh loses to Cincinnati. “I believe how our season has gone — the regular season — it just explains how the NFL is. It really doesn’t matter how you start off. It’s about how you finish," Jackson said. "And I believe we’re finishing pretty well right now.” The Ravens lost their first two games of the season, but their open date came right before this tough 11-day stretch, which may have helped. Now they get some extra time to prepare for Cleveland. What's working The Ravens outrushed Houston 251-58, with Jackson scoring on a 48-yard run and Henry racing through big holes from the outset. Jackson passed Michael Vick to take over first place on the NFL's career list for yards rushing by a quarterback. The MVP odds at BetMGM on Thursday showed Buffalo’s Josh Allen (-250) as the favorite, but Jackson (+160) was by no means a long shot. “I’ve seen a lot of great plays from Lamar Jackson,” Harbaugh said. “I told him I was proud of him. I’m not just proud of him just because he makes great plays. I’m proud of him for all the things that go into making great plays and also for all the things he’s overcome along the way.” What needs work The Ravens have cycled through punt returners of late, and newcomer Steven Sims did not have much success in that area Wednesday. He was tackled at his 6-yard line on one return, and when a penalty made Houston do that punt over, the ball bounced inside the 10 and was downed at the 4, leading to a safety and the Texans' only points of the game. Stock up The Baltimore defense, such a liability at times earlier this season, held Houston without a point offensively. C.J. Stroud was sacked five times and threw an interception, and Joe Mixon rushed for only 26 yards. “I’d say we’ve come full circle,” cornerback Marlon Humphrey said. “It’s always good when you can have their offense not score. You’ve got to say you played pretty well. This is a testament to it all kind of coming together. I felt the coaching was there, and I just felt as players, ‘What is the formula to continue to get high percentages of 11 guys doing 11 guys’ jobs?’” Stock down Keaton Mitchell and Rasheen Ali managed only 17 yards on 12 carries. Justice Hill's absence following a concussion left Baltimore without an effective change-of-pace back to pair with Henry. Injuries Ali injured his hip in the third quarter and didn’t return, another blow to Baltimore's running back depth. Key numbers After a 99-yard touchdown drive in the second quarter, the Ravens now have 10 TD drives of 90-plus yards this season. That's the most in the NFL since at least 2000. Up next The Ravens face a Cleveland team that has only three wins entering Week 17 — although one of those victories was against Baltimore. The Ravens allowed 401 yards in a 29-24 loss at Cleveland in late October.
Ukraine Adds Over 860 MW Of Renewable Energy Capacity In Two YearsThe Premier League is known for its unpredictability and drama, and the current situation at Wolverhampton Wanderers is a testament to that. As the season progresses, every match becomes a crucial battle for survival, with no room for complacency or mistakes. The team must dig deep, show resilience, and fight till the end to secure their place in the top flight for another season.