Lina Hurtig’s late strike seals quarters for Arsenal as Juventus knocked outPhilly Stat 360 Launches—Revolutionizing How Citizens See and Feel Their GovernmentNoneUnlike last month where it felt like we were waiting for an eternity to find out the monthly PS Plus games, Sony is getting ready to reveal the December line-up sooner rather than later. Fresh off the back of the release of the PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium games, PS Plus Essential subscribers are about to be treated to a fresh batch of free PS4 and PS5 games. Speaking of free games, all PS4 and PS5 owners can play F1 24 for free this weekend , and just in time for the Las Vegas Grand Prix. If Sony sticks to the traditional schedule, then the company will reveal the December PS Plus Essential games on the afternoon of November 27. The titles will be available to download less than a week later, on the morning of December 3. With Sony about to launch its Black Friday sale for 2024, there's a slim chance it will announce the PS Plus Essential games early, or that the line-up will leak. Daily Express will keep this story updated with any leaks and announcements, so keep checking back for more information. The PlayStation Black Friday sales begin on November 22, both in store and online. This includes a 30% discount on 12 month PlayStation Plus Essential subscriptions for new members. Likewise, existing PS Plus Essential subscribers can save 25% on the cost of upgrading to PlayStation Plus Extra, or 30% when upgrading to PS Plus Premium. Sony explains more: "With PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium/Deluxe, get access to monthly games, exclusive discounts, online multiplayer, and hundreds of PS4 and PS5 titles through the Game Catalog and Classics Catalog, including hit titles like The Last of Us Part I, Grand Theft Auto V, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, and many more." Individual games will be discounted as part of Sony's Black Friday sale on the PlayStation Store. According to a recent blog post, this includes discounts on games such as Marvel's Spider-Man 2, EA FC 25, Star Wars Outlaws and Hogwarts Legacy. As a reminder, Hogwarts Legacy is currently down to its cheapest ever price on Nintendo Switch , where it's available for just £14.99. Expect something similar here. Elsewhere, Sony will discount devices like the PSVR 2 headset and DualSense controllers at the PlayStation Direct store, as well as other retailers. The PlayStation VR 2 headset will be available with a massive 40% discount. Expect it to cost between £300-400 depending on the bundle. PS5 DualSense controllers will be reduced by upwards of 25%, meaning there's never been a better time to invest in a spare. Selected PlayStation branded merchandise will also be discounted, which might be worth checking out if you're stuck for Christmas presents.
BERLIN (AP) — Tech entrepreneur caused uproar by backing Germany’s far-right party in a major newspaper ahead of key parliamentary elections in the Western European country, leading to the resignation of the paper’s opinion editor in protest. Related Articles Germany is to vote in an early election on Feb. 23 after Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s three-party governing coalition collapsed last month in a dispute over how to revitalize the country’s stagnant economy. Musk’s guest opinion piece for Welt am Sonntag — a sister publication of POLITICO owned by the Axel Springer Group — was published over the weekend. It was the second time this month he supported the Alternative for Germany, or AfD. “The Alternative for Germany (AfD) is the last spark of hope for this country,” Musk wrote in his translated commentary. He went on to say the far-right party “can lead the country into a future where economic prosperity, cultural integrity and technological innovation are not just wishes, but reality.” The Tesla Motors CEO also wrote that his investment in Germany gave him the right to comment on the country’s condition. The AfD is polling strongly, but its candidate for the top job, Alice Weidel, has no realistic chance of becoming chancellor because other parties refuse to work with the far-right party. An ally of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, the technology billionaire challenged in his opinion piece the party’s public image. “The portrayal of the AfD as right-wing extremist is clearly false, considering that Alice Weidel, the party’s leader, has a same-sex partner from Sri Lanka! Does that sound like Hitler to you? Please!” Musk’s commentary has led to a debate in German media over the boundaries of free speech, with the paper’s own opinion editor announcing her resignation, pointedly on Musk’s social media platform, X. “I always enjoyed leading the opinion section of WELT and WAMS. Today an article by Elon Musk appeared in Welt am Sonntag. I handed in my resignation yesterday after it went to print,” Eva Marie Kogel wrote. The newspaper was also attacked by politicians and other media for offering Musk, an outsider, a platform to express his views, in favor of the AfD. Candidate for chancellor, Friedrich Merz, of the Christian Democratic Union, said Sunday that Musk’s comments were “intrusive and presumptuous”. He was speaking to the newspapers of the German Funke Media Group. Co-leader of the Social Democratic Party, Saskia Esken said that “Anyone who tries to influence our election from outside, who supports an anti-democratic, misanthropic party like the AfD, whether the influence is organized by the state from Russia or by the concentrated financial and media power of Elon Musk and his billionaire friends on the Springer board, must expect our tough resistance,” according to the ARD national public TV network. Musk’s opinion piece in the Welt am Sonntag was accompanied by a critical article by the future editor-in-chief of the Welt group, Jan Philipp Burgard. “Musk’s diagnosis is correct, but his therapeutic approach, that only the AfD can save Germany, is fatally wrong,” Burgard wrote. Responding to a request for comment from the German Press Agency, dpa, the current editor-in-chief of the Welt group, Ulf Poschardt, and Burgard — who is due to take over on Jan. 1 — said in a joint statement that the discussion over Musk’s piece was “very insightful. Democracy and journalism thrive on freedom of expression.” “This will continue to determine the compass of the “world” in the future. We will develop “Die Welt” even more decisively as a forum for such debates,” they wrote to dpa.None
Steelers vs. Browns betting guide, Thursday Night Football odds: Best AI, model, expert, and DFS fantasy picksCARMEL, Ind. , Nov. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Merchants Bancorp ("Merchants") MBIN , parent company of Merchants Bank of Indiana , today announced the closing of its previously announced underwritten public offering of 9,200,000 depositary shares, each representing a 1/40th interest in a share of its 7.625% Fixed Rate Series E Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock (the "Series D preferred stock"), with a liquidation preference of $25.00 per depositary share. As a result of the public offering Merchants received proceeds of approximately $222.8 million , net of estimated expenses and underwriting discounts and commissions. Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC, UBS Securities LLC, Piper Sandler & Co., and Raymond James & Associates, Inc. acted as joint bookrunning managers for the offering. A shelf registration statement, including a prospectus, with respect to the offering was previously filed by Merchants with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") and was declared effective by the SEC on August 17, 2022 . A prospectus supplement relating to the offering has been filed with the SEC. The offering has been made by means of a prospectus supplement and accompanying prospectus. Copies of the prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus relating to these securities may be obtained free of charge by visiting the SEC's website at www.sec.gov , or may be obtained from Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC, 180 Varick Street, Second Floor, New York, NY 10014, Attention: Prospectus Department, or by emailing prospectus@morganstanley.com ; UBS Securities LLC, Attention: Prospectus Department, 1285 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10019, by telephone at (888) 827-7275 or by emailing ol-prospectus-request@ubs.com ; Piper Sandler & Co., Attention: Debt Capital Markets, 1 Greenwich Plaza, 1st Floor, Suite 111, Greenwich, CT 06830, or by emailing fsg-dcm@psc.com ; Raymond James & Associates, Inc., Attention: Equity Syndicate, 880 Carillon Parkway, St. Petersburg, Florida 33716, by telephone at (800) 248-8863 or by emailing prospectus@raymondjames.com . ABOUT MERCHANTS BANCORP Ranked as a top performing U.S. public bank by S&P Global Market Intelligence, Merchants is a diversified bank holding company headquartered in Carmel, Indiana operating multiple business segments, including Multi-family Mortgage Banking that offers multi-family housing and healthcare facility financing and servicing (through this segment Merchants also serves as a syndicator of low-income housing tax credit and debt funds); Mortgage Warehouse Financing that offers mortgage warehouse financing, commercial loans, and deposit services; and Banking that offers portfolio lending for multi-family and healthcare facility loans, retail and correspondent residential mortgage banking, agricultural lending, Small Business Administration lending, and traditional community banking. Merchants, with $18.7 billion in assets and $12.9 billion in deposits as of September 30, 2024, conducts its business primarily through its direct and indirect subsidiaries, Merchants Bank of Indiana , Merchants Capital Corp., Merchants Asset Management, LLC, Merchants Capital Investments, LLC, Merchants Capital Servicing, LLC, and Merchants Mortgage, a division of Merchants Bank of Indiana . For more information and financial data, please visit Merchants' Investor Relations page at investors.merchantsbancorp.com. View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/merchants-bancorp-closes-depositary-share-offering-302315577.html SOURCE Merchants Bancorp © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.
AKRON, Ohio (AP) — Nate Johnson had 18 points in Akron's 92-84 victory against Omaha on Saturday night. Johnson added five assists for the Zips (3-2). Isaiah Gray scored 16 points while going 6 of 10 from the floor, including 2 for 3 from 3-point range, and 2 for 4 from the line. Amani Lyles had 15 points and shot 6 for 9, including 3 for 6 from beyond the arc. Marquel Sutton led the way for the Mavericks (2-5) with 26 points and six rebounds. Lance Waddles added 19 points, 10 rebounds and four assists for Omaha. JJ White also had 16 points. Akron led 40-36 at halftime, with Gray racking up 12 points. Tavari Johnson scored a team-high 12 points for Akron after intermission. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar . For copyright information, check with the distributor of this item, Data Skrive. Get local news delivered to your inbox!
Environment Don't miss out on the headlines from Environment. Followed categories will be added to My News. Residents in two states have been warned electricity blackouts could leave them in the dark as a sweltering heatwave puts electricity reserves to the test. A heatwave warning remains in place for areas of NSW on Tuesday, including a severe warning for the Mid North Coast, Hunter, Metropolitan, Illawarra, South Coast and Southern Tablelands Districts. Batemans Bay, Bowral, Camden, Campbelltown, Hornsby, Liverpool, Nowra, Penrith, Parramatta and Richmond are expected to be most affected by the heatwave, with the CBD tipped to hit 31C on Tuesday while areas like Richmond are set to hit 39C. There’s a chance the soaring temperatures could lead to blackouts across the state as millions turn on the air conditioning. NSW Premier Chris Minns on Monday acknowledged the electricity grid could be under pressure. “We will be as quick as possible with updates to the community about potential interruptions with supply,” Mr Minns said. Authorities have also issued blackout warnings for Queensland, with the highest-risk of blackout times being between 3.30pm and 7.30pm. Sydneysiders flocked to Bondi Beach on Monday to beat the heat. Picture: NewsWire / Simon Bullard. NSW Premier Chris Minns acknowledged the electricity grid could be affected by the heat. Picture: NewsWire / Gaye Gerard The severe temperatures come as power units at three of the state’s four coal-fired power stations undergo spring maintenance. NSW Minister for Energy Penny Sharpe urged people to conserve energy, asking them to consider whether it was necessary to “have every single light on in the house” on a hot day. “Do you need to have your airconditioning down at 19 degrees?” Ms Sharpe asked. The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) on Monday confirmed three generator units at Lake Macquarie near Newcastle had gone offline. “AEMO has alerted the energy industry and is working with power station operators and transmission businesses to boost electricity availability,” a spokeswoman said. “If a market response remains inadequate, AEMO will take actions available to maintain supply.” However, the operator later said that “forecast electricity reserves have improved” in NSW. “As a result, the previously forecast Lack of Reserve Level 3 (LOR3) has been downgraded to a less critical Lack of Reserve Level 2 (LOR2). This improvement is largely due to the cancellation of transmission outages in the region,” AEMO said in a statement. “AEMO remains focused on maintaining electricity reliability in both New South Wales and Queensland this week, as high temperatures are expected to drive strong energy demand amid significant generation unavailability in NSW. “If electricity supply forecasts deteriorate, AEMO will take all necessary measures, including the activation of off-market reserves, to ensure supply reliability.” A severe heatwave warning has been issued for parts of NSW. Picture: Stormcast. CALLS TO AXE ‘FOSSIL FUEL DINOSAURS’ Member for North Sydney Kylea Tink issued a call for Australia to transition from “unreliable coal-fired power stations”, claiming it’s “time for the fossil fuel dinosaurs to face reality”. “Businesses and households around the state are being let down by our unreliable, ageing coal-fired power plants,” Ms Tink said. “The threat of blackouts before we hit summer shows the urgency at which Australia must transition to renewable energy backed by reliable storage technology.” She claimed the situation highlighted “the Coalition’s nuclear fantasy is built on a house of cards”. Member for North Sydney Kylea Tink called the Coalition’s nuclear plan a ‘fantasy’. Picture: NewsWire / Gaye Gerard “There is no way Australia’s creaking coal fired power stations can support a dynamic, growing economy until the 2040s – when the first nuclear reactors could be expected to be built under Peter Dutton’s so-called ‘nuclear energy plan’,” she said. “The only way for Australians to enjoy more affordable and reliable energy is to double down on investment in renewables, and invest heavily in large-scale battery storage solutions, backed by a national small-scale battery storage target. “It’s time for the fossil fuel dinosaurs to face reality – coal is inflexible and unreliable, and any blackouts in NSW later this week will be squarely the fault of the state’s ageing and decaying coal fired power fleet.” Residents have been urged to seek a cool area. Picture: Bureau of Meteorology. ‘DANGEROUS’ SEVERE HEATWAVE Residents in heat affected areas of NSW have been urged to seek a cool place and use fans or air conditioners where possible, according to an alert from the Bureau of Meteorology. “Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell,” the alert states. “Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre. “Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.” More Coverage Horror as woman dies after found with burns Thomas Sargeant Warning Australia could be loser under Trump Aisling Brennan Originally published as Blackout risk as severe heatwave sends mercury rising in eastern NSW More related stories Science Mystery of huge outback ‘scar’ solved The chance discovery of a mammoth 11-kilometre long scar in the earth in Australia’s remote outback sparked intrigue and conspiracy. 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My love of movie scoundrels has been sorely tested this year. When I was young, I daydreamed of exotic heists, slick con artists and lovable crooks I’d seen on screen. For most of my moviegoing life, I’ve been a sucker for larceny done well. Most of us are, probably. Related Articles Movies | ‘Nightbitch’ review: Amy Adams goes feral in a cautionary tale of love and parental imbalance Movies | Weekend things to do: A hidden gem for dinner in Fort Lauderdale, Larry David, new holiday cocktails Movies | Review: Angelina Jolie glides through ‘Maria’ like an iceberg, but a chilly Callas isn’t enough Movies | ‘Sweethearts’ review: Breakup-focused romcom is largely engaging Movies | Making ‘Queer’ required openness. Daniel Craig was ready But now it’s late 2024. Mood is wrong. In the real world, in America, it’s scoundrel time all the time. Maybe Charles Dickens was right. In “American Notes for General Circulation” (1842), the English literary superstar chronicled his travels and detected a widespread, peculiarly American “love of ‘smart’ dealing” across the land. In business and in politics, Dickens observed, slavish admiration of the con men among them “gilds over many a swindle and gross breach of trust.” And here we are. It’ll pass, this scoundrel reprieve of mine. In fact it just did. All it took was thinking about the conspicuous, roguish outlier on my best-of-2024 list: “Challengers.” It’s what this year needed and didn’t know it: a tricky story of lying, duplicitous weasels on and off the court. The best films this year showed me things I hadn’t seen, following familiar character dynamics into fresh territory. Some were more visually distinctive than others; all made eloquent cases for how, and where, their stories unfolded. “All We Imagine as Light,” recently at the Gene Siskel Film Center, works like a poem, or a sustained exhalation of breath, in its simply designed narrative of three Mumbai hospital workers. Fluid, subtly political, filmmaker Payal Kapadia’s achievement is very nearly perfect. So is cowriter-director RaMell Ross’ adaptation of the Colson Whitehead novel “The Nickel Boys,” arriving in Chicago-area theaters on Jan. 3, 2025. “Nickel Boys,” the film, loses the “the” in Whitehead’s title but gains an astonishingly realized visual perspective. If Ross never makes another movie, he’ll have an American masterpiece to his credit. The following top 10 movies of 2024 are in alphabetical order. Both a mosaic of urban ebb and flow, and a delicate revelation of character, director and writer Payal Kapadia’s Mumbai story is hypnotic, patient and in its more traditional story progression, a second feature every bit as good as Kapadia’s first, 2021’s “A Night of Knowing Nothing.” Mikey Madison gives one of the year’s funniest, saddest, truest performances as a Brooklyn exotic dancer who takes a shine to the gangly son of a Russian oligarch, and he to her. Their transactional courtship and dizzying Vegas marriage, followed by violently escalating complications, add up to filmmaker Sean Baker’s triumph, capped by an ending full of exquisite mysteries of the human heart. As played by Adrien Brody, the title character is a visionary architect and Hungarian Jewish emigre arriving in America in 1947 after the Holocaust. (That said, the title refers to more than one character.) His patron, and his nemesis, is the Philadelphia blueblood industrialist played by Guy Pearce. Director/co-writer Brady Corbet’s thrillingly ambitious epic, imperfect but loaded with rewarding risks, was shot mostly in widescreen VistaVision. Worth seeing on the biggest screen you can find. Opens in Chicago-area theaters on Jan. 10, 2025. Zendaya, Mike Faist and Josh O’Connor play games with each other, on the tennis court and in beds, while director Luca Guadagnino builds to a match-point climax that can’t possibly work, and doesn’t quite — but I saw the thing twice anyway. In Bucharest, production assistant Angela zigzags around the city interviewing people for her employer’s workplace safety video. If that sounds less than promising, even for a deadpan Romanian slice-of-life tragicomedy, go ahead and make the mistake of skipping this one. llinca Manolache is terrific as Angela. Like “Do Not Expect Too Much,” director Agnieszka Holland’s harrowing slice of recent history was a 2023 release, making it to Chicago in early 2024. Set along the densely forested Poland/Belarus border, this is a model of well-dramatized fiction honoring what refugees have always known: the fully justified, ever-present fear of the unknown. A quiet marvel of a feature debut from writer-director Annie Baker, this is a mother/daughter tale rich in ambiguities and wry humor, set in a lovely, slightly forlorn corner of rural Massachusetts. Julianne Nicholson, never better; Zoe Ziegler as young, hawk-eyed Lacy, equally memorable. I love this year’s nicest surprise. The premise: A teenager’s future 39-year-old self appears to her, magically, via a strong dose of mushrooms. The surprise: Writer-director Megan Park gradually deepens her scenario and sticks a powerfully emotional landing. Wonderful work from Aubrey Plaza, Maisy Stella, Maria Dizzia and everybody, really. From the horrific true story of a Florida reform school and its decades of abuse, neglect and enraging injustice toward its Black residents, novelist Colson Whitehead’s fictionalized novel makes a remarkable jump to the screen thanks to co-writer/director RaMell Ross’s feature debut. Cousins, not as close as they once were, reunite for a Holocaust heritage tour in Poland and their own search for their late grandmother’s childhood home. They’re the rootless Benji (Kieran Culkin) and tightly sprung David (Jesse Eisenberg, who wrote and directed). Small but very sure, this movie’s themes of genocidal trauma and Jewish legacy support the narrative every step of the way. Culkin is marvelous; so is the perpetually undervalued Eisenberg. To the above, I’ll add 10 more runners-up, again in alphabetical order: “Blink Twice,” directed by Zoe Kravitz. “Conclave,” directed by Edward Berger. “Dune: Part Two ,” directed by Denis Villeneuve. “Good One ,” directed by India Donaldson. “Hit Man,” directed by Richard Linklater. “Joker: Folie a Deux,” directed by Todd Phillips. “Nosferatu,” directed by Robert Eggers, opens in Chicago-area theaters on Dec. 25. “The Outrun,” directed by Nora Fingscheidt. “Soundtrack to a Coup d’Etat,” directed by Johan Grimonprez. “Tuesday,” directed by Daina O. Pusić. Michael Phillips is a Tribune critic.Gloucester City manager Mike Cook was delighted to be back to winning ways this afternoon, and the Tigers did it in some style against Poole Town. New signing Stanley Anaebonam opened the scoring in the 22nd minute after latching on to a rebound, before assisting two more to finish as the man of the match on his home debut. Cook said: “He’s a good player and he’ll score some goals as well. A lot of people are saying we’re screaming out for a centre forward, but what we’re screaming out for is just players who can score goals. “We’ve just got to mix it around a bit because Joe Hanks is not going to score every week, he won’t do that in the job we’re asking him to do.” Another man on the scoresheet for the Tigers was Torquay United loanee Jadyn Crosbie, who bagged himself a brace in City’s dominant display. The youngster got his first just before half time by tapping in from close range, only one minute after Poole had initially equalised from a corner through Joshua Staunton. Ed Williams made it 3-1 in the 54th minute before Crosbie rounded off the scoring four minutes later capitalising on a spill from the goalkeeper to finish the game 4-1. Cook said: “I’m really pleased for him because he’s still learning his trade. He’s got potential, he’s got to fulfil that over the next few seasons, at the moment we’re the vehicle for him. “I thought his overall game today, with winning his headers, linking up play, scoring goals, he was a threat today.” This was City’s first win since October 22, claiming three crucial points to stay in the mix for promotion. After a run of average performances, the Tigers have now scored eight goals in two matches, and are starting to gel together in an everchanging team. Cook was pleased that his side managed to produce such a dominant display, and get over the line once again. He said: “It makes a difference when you score goals, doesn’t it? I was worried for 10 minutes because I didn’t want them to do to us what we did to Walton last week. “We haven’t had 90 minutes where we’ve dominated any game so far this season, maybe that’s a little bit unrealistic for us where we are with the team. “We’ve brought in six or seven players since the beginning of the season so we’re relatively new to each other, but it’s good to have a strong bench today.” The Tigers now have a two-week break until their next game at home to Chertsey Town, with time to rest and focus on what’s next. City find themselves in second place, but have played more games than Merthyr Town above them, and AFC Totton below them, relying on them slipping up. Cook knows that there is more to focus on than other teams’ results, and made clear how his side are looking. He said: “We’ve just got to do what we can do; I’m not going to be worried about Totton and Merthyr because I can’t do anything about them. “When we play against them, we’ll worry about them and we’ll know what they are all about, as they will with us. “We’ve definitely worried more about ourselves this season than worrying about the opposition all the time, and so far this season, that’s worked really well.” Gloucester City: Thompson, Leadbitter, Duffus, Richards-Everton, Ball, Hanks (Grubb 64), Williams, Burns (Liggett 95), Smalley (Phillips 64), Crosbie (Robinson 90), Anaebonam (Emmett 73). Poole Town: Plain, Staunton, Whisken (Hewlett 82), Lowes, De Luca (Holmes 74), Touray, Ramos (Almeida 74), Thomas, Slade, Taylor (Nippard 58), Clarke. Sub not used: Starner-Reid. Attendance: 903.
DJI Power 1000 and Power 500 The Power 500 gets a 28% price cut this Black Friday at Amazon, down to $360, while the Power 1000 gets a 40% price cut and a $40 coupon, bringing the price to $379. Also: The best Black Friday deals live now Drones and action cameras share a critical feature: they're powered by rechargeable batteries. DJI, a leader in both drones and action cameras , is leveraging its extensive battery expertise to enter the competitive world of portable power stations. Introducing two models, the Power 1000 and Power 500, DJI is well-positioned to make a significant impact. Both units are designed for ultra-quiet operation, can be fully charged in just 70 minutes, and feature dual AC and USB-C outputs, catering to a variety of charging needs. While the power stations' features are impressive, both models also have something that will appeal exclusively to drone pilots. Also: I tested DJI's Avata 2 and it's the fastest, most immersive drone I've ever flown These power stations are equipped with the Power SDC fast charging function, designed to rapidly charge DJI drones. Using this function, batteries for the Mavic 3 series, Air 3, Inspire 3, and Matrice 30 series of drones can be charged from 10% to 95% in just 30 minutes, a game-changer for drone operators needing quick turnaround times. DJI Power 1000 The larger of the two, the Power 1000 , offers 1024Wh of power. It includes two AC output ports capable of handling continuous loads of 2200W and surge loads of 4400W. Additionally, it has two USB-C ports supporting 140W output, two USB-A ports, and SDC and SDC Lite ports for diverse connectivity options. This unit weighs 13 kg. DJI Power 500 For those needing a more compact option, DJI offers the Power 500 , a smaller unit that still packs a punch with 512Wh of power. The Power 500 features a similar array of ports as the Power 1000, although it only includes the SDC Lite version and lacks the full SDC port. The AC ports on the Power 500 are designed for continuous loads of 1000W and surge loads of 1600W, making it well-suited for less demanding applications. The USB-C ports provide a solid output of 100W each. This smaller unit weighs only 7.3 kg. To illustrate the practical applications of these power stations, let's look at what DJI says they can do in real-world scenarios. The Power 1000, with its 1024Wh capacity, can recharge a smartphone approximately 57 times or keep a car refrigerator running for about 19 hours. This makes it an excellent choice for extended outdoor activities or emergencies where power reliability is crucial. On the other hand, the smaller Power 500, with its 512Wh capacity, can manage about 28 smartphone recharges or sustain a car refrigerator for just under 10 hours. While it offers less endurance than the Power 1000, it's still quite capable for day trips, shorter outings, or as a backup power source for smaller devices and appliances. Also: The best portable power stations you can buy: Expert tested These capabilities make both models versatile tools for a variety of power needs, from daily convenience to critical support in off-grid situations. Notably, DJI has opted for the safe and durable LiFePO4 (lithium iron phosphate) battery technology in both models. These batteries offer up to 3,000 recharge cycles before reaching the end of their useful lives. "Over the past several years we've seen travelers and content creators increasingly turn to DJI drones and handheld cameras, to capture and share their experiences, said Christina Zhang, senior director of corporate strategy at DJI. "These users have a demand for fast-charging, worry-free, sustainable power consumption and today we're glad we can address this with the new DJI portable power stations." The Power 1000 is available for $699 , while the Power 500 is $499 . When will these deals expire? Deals are subject to sell-out or expire at any time, though ZDNET remains committed to finding, sharing, and updating the best product deals for you to score the best savings. Our team of experts regularly checks in on the deals we share to ensure they are still live and obtainable. We're sorry if you've missed out on this deal, but don't fret -- we're constantly finding new chances to save and sharing them with you at ZDNET.com . One of the best QLED TVs I've tested isn't made by Samsung or Hisense (and it's $500 off) I finally found a wireless Android Auto adapter that's reliable, functional, and affordable This is the most bizarre portable power station I've tested - and it actually works One of the best cheap soundbars I've tested performs as well as models twice its priceBRASILIA, Brazil (AP) — Supermarket giant Carrefour’s support for French farmers’ protests against a trade agreement between the European Union and the South American bloc Mercosur has sparked a strong reaction in Brazil, including a refusal to supply beef to Carrefour stores in Brazil. Carrefour CEO Alexandre Bompard announced in social media posts last week that the French company would stop buying beef from all Mercosur countries, which also include Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay. Bompard wrote that he agrees with French producers' arguments that Mercosur beef is an unfair competitor due to lower production costs resulting from fewer environmental and sanitary requirements. The executive encouraged other retailers to follow suit. Brazil's Ministry of Agriculture called Bompard's move protectionist, saying it was made “without any technical criteria.” The decision also angered Brazil's meatpackers. Though France makes up just a tiny sliver of Brazil’s beef exports, meatpackers worried that Carrefour’s decision would hurt its reputation in other markets. Beef giants JBS and Marfrig halted supplies last Friday to Carrefour's extensive supermarket chain in Brazil, including the food warehouse giant Atacadao. Both companies refused to comment on the boycott to The Associated Press, but Minister of Agriculture Carlos Fávaro confirmed it. “We support the reaction of the meatpackers. If Brazil ́s beef isn’t good enough for Carrefour’s shelves in France, it isn’t good enough for Carrefour’s shelves in Brazil either,” Faváro told Folha de S.Paulo newspaper on Monday. Carrefour Group in Brazil acknowledged the boycott in a statement, though it said there's not yet a shortage of beef in stores. It said it has “esteem and confidence in the Brazilian agricultural sector, with which it maintains a solid relationship and partnership.” “Unfortunately, the decision to suspend the meat supply has an impact on customers, especially those who rely on the company to supply their homes with quality and responsible products,” the statement said. “It is in constant dialogue in search of solutions that will make it possible to resume the supply of meat to its stores as quickly as possible, respecting the commitments it has to its more than 130,000 Brazilian employees and millions of Brazilian customers countrywide.” The backdrop for the conflict is the EU-Mercosur trade deal , which would increase agricultural imports to EU countries from South America. French farmers fear it will affect their livelihoods. An initial agreement was reached in 2019, but negotiations have faltered since then due to opposition that also includes some European governments. Brazil’s agribusiness sector also fears that the pending European Union Deforestation Regulation will outlaw the sale of forest-derived products within the EU’s 27-nation bloc if companies can’t prove their goods are not linked to deforestation. Its scope includes soy and cattle, Brazil’s top agricultural exports. Almost half of the country’s cattle is raised in the Amazon region, where 90% of deforested land since 1985 has turned into pasture, according to MapBiomas, a nonprofit network. The date of its implementation remains uncertain. ___ The Associated Press’ climate and environmental coverage receives financial support from multiple private foundations. AP is solely responsible for all content. Find AP’s standards for working with philanthropies, a list of supporters and funded coverage areas at AP.org . Fabiano Maisonnave, The Associated Press
My love of movie scoundrels has been sorely tested this year. When I was young, I daydreamed of exotic heists, slick con artists and lovable crooks I’d seen on screen. For most of my moviegoing life, I’ve been a sucker for larceny done well. Most of us are, probably. Related Articles Movies | ‘Nightbitch’ review: Amy Adams goes feral in a cautionary tale of love and parental imbalance Movies | Review: Angelina Jolie glides through ‘Maria’ like an iceberg, but a chilly Callas isn’t enough Movies | ‘Sweethearts’ review: Breakup-focused romcom is largely engaging Movies | Making ‘Queer’ required openness. Daniel Craig was ready Movies | 18 most anticipated movies in holiday season 2024 But now it’s late 2024. Mood is wrong. In the real world, in America, it’s scoundrel time all the time. Maybe Charles Dickens was right. In “American Notes for General Circulation” (1842), the English literary superstar chronicled his travels and detected a widespread, peculiarly American “love of ‘smart’ dealing” across the land. In business and in politics, Dickens observed, slavish admiration of the con men among them “gilds over many a swindle and gross breach of trust.” And here we are. It’ll pass, this scoundrel reprieve of mine. In fact it just did. All it took was thinking about the conspicuous, roguish outlier on my best-of-2024 list: “Challengers.” It’s what this year needed and didn’t know it: a tricky story of lying, duplicitous weasels on and off the court. The best films this year showed me things I hadn’t seen, following familiar character dynamics into fresh territory. Some were more visually distinctive than others; all made eloquent cases for how, and where, their stories unfolded. “All We Imagine as Light,” recently at the Gene Siskel Film Center, works like a poem, or a sustained exhalation of breath, in its simply designed narrative of three Mumbai hospital workers. Fluid, subtly political, filmmaker Payal Kapadia’s achievement is very nearly perfect. So is cowriter-director RaMell Ross’ adaptation of the Colson Whitehead novel “The Nickel Boys,” arriving in Chicago-area theaters on Jan. 3, 2025. “Nickel Boys,” the film, loses the “the” in Whitehead’s title but gains an astonishingly realized visual perspective. If Ross never makes another movie, he’ll have an American masterpiece to his credit. The following top 10 movies of 2024 are in alphabetical order. Both a mosaic of urban ebb and flow, and a delicate revelation of character, director and writer Payal Kapadia’s Mumbai story is hypnotic, patient and in its more traditional story progression, a second feature every bit as good as Kapadia’s first, 2021’s “A Night of Knowing Nothing.” Mikey Madison gives one of the year’s funniest, saddest, truest performances as a Brooklyn exotic dancer who takes a shine to the gangly son of a Russian oligarch, and he to her. Their transactional courtship and dizzying Vegas marriage, followed by violently escalating complications, add up to filmmaker Sean Baker’s triumph, capped by an ending full of exquisite mysteries of the human heart. As played by Adrien Brody, the title character is a visionary architect and Hungarian Jewish emigre arriving in America in 1947 after the Holocaust. (That said, the title refers to more than one character.) His patron, and his nemesis, is the Philadelphia blueblood industrialist played by Guy Pearce. Director/co-writer Brady Corbet’s thrillingly ambitious epic, imperfect but loaded with rewarding risks, was shot mostly in widescreen VistaVision. Worth seeing on the biggest screen you can find. Opens in Chicago-area theaters on Jan. 10, 2025. Zendaya, Mike Faist and Josh O’Connor play games with each other, on the tennis court and in beds, while director Luca Guadagnino builds to a match-point climax that can’t possibly work, and doesn’t quite — but I saw the thing twice anyway. In Bucharest, production assistant Angela zigzags around the city interviewing people for her employer’s workplace safety video. If that sounds less than promising, even for a deadpan Romanian slice-of-life tragicomedy, go ahead and make the mistake of skipping this one. llinca Manolache is terrific as Angela. Like “Do Not Expect Too Much,” director Agnieszka Holland’s harrowing slice of recent history was a 2023 release, making it to Chicago in early 2024. Set along the densely forested Poland/Belarus border, this is a model of well-dramatized fiction honoring what refugees have always known: the fully justified, ever-present fear of the unknown. A quiet marvel of a feature debut from writer-director Annie Baker, this is a mother/daughter tale rich in ambiguities and wry humor, set in a lovely, slightly forlorn corner of rural Massachusetts. Julianne Nicholson, never better; Zoe Ziegler as young, hawk-eyed Lacy, equally memorable. I love this year’s nicest surprise. The premise: A teenager’s future 39-year-old self appears to her, magically, via a strong dose of mushrooms. The surprise: Writer-director Megan Park gradually deepens her scenario and sticks a powerfully emotional landing. Wonderful work from Aubrey Plaza, Maisy Stella, Maria Dizzia and everybody, really. From the horrific true story of a Florida reform school and its decades of abuse, neglect and enraging injustice toward its Black residents, novelist Colson Whitehead’s fictionalized novel makes a remarkable jump to the screen thanks to co-writer/director RaMell Ross’s feature debut. Cousins, not as close as they once were, reunite for a Holocaust heritage tour in Poland and their own search for their late grandmother’s childhood home. They’re the rootless Benji (Kieran Culkin) and tightly sprung David (Jesse Eisenberg, who wrote and directed). Small but very sure, this movie’s themes of genocidal trauma and Jewish legacy support the narrative every step of the way. Culkin is marvelous; so is the perpetually undervalued Eisenberg. To the above, I’ll add 10 more runners-up, again in alphabetical order: “Blink Twice,” directed by Zoe Kravitz. “Conclave,” directed by Edward Berger. “Dune: Part Two ,” directed by Denis Villeneuve. “Good One ,” directed by India Donaldson. “Hit Man,” directed by Richard Linklater. “Joker: Folie a Deux,” directed by Todd Phillips. “Nosferatu,” directed by Robert Eggers, opens in Chicago-area theaters on Dec. 25. “The Outrun,” directed by Nora Fingscheidt. “Soundtrack to a Coup d’Etat,” directed by Johan Grimonprez. “Tuesday,” directed by Daina O. Pusić. Michael Phillips is a Tribune critic.
KUWAIT: As the 45th Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) summit opens on Sunday in Kuwait, it is impossible to overlook the pivotal role played by the country’s leadership in the founding of the council. Years of tireless efforts and extensive consultations led by the late Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah culminated in the establishment of GCC in 1981. This vision, developed over five years, laid the foundation for what has become one of the most successful models of regional integration in the Arab world. The GCC now stands as a cornerstone for the security, stability, and prosperity of its member states and their peoples. Over the past four decades, the GCC, guided by the wisdom and visionary leadership of its rulers and the solidarity of its peoples, has served as a strong framework for collective security. The idea for the creation of the GCC was first proposed in May 1976, during a visit by the late Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad to the United Arab Emirates. There, he engaged in discussions with the late UAE President, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al-Nahyan, in which he proposed the formation of a Gulf unity aimed at fostering cooperation across a wide range of fields. This unity would be based on solid and enduring foundations, ensuring the security, stability, and well-being of the region’s peoples. In December 1978, Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad instructed the late Crown Prince and then Prime Minister, Sheikh Saad Al-Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah, to visit the five other Gulf countries — UAE, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Qatar — to present his proposal. His visits were met with strong support, and the subsequent official statements emphasized the need for rapid action to unite these nations. They highlighted the deep religious, cultural, and national ties between the Gulf countries, which provided a solid foundation for cooperation and progress, as well as a means to counter the growing influence of external powers in the region. At the 11th Arab League Summit in Amman in November 1980, Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad presented a Kuwaiti vision for a unified Gulf strategy. His proposal called for a comprehensive framework of cooperation, encompassing political, economic, cultural, and military collaboration. This vision was widely embraced by the Gulf states. On February 4, 1981, the foreign ministers of the six Gulf states convened and issued a statement calling for the establishment of the GCC, emphasizing cooperation among member states rather than a political union. To implement this vision, a committee of experts met in Riyadh on February 24-25, 1981, to finalize the council’s structure and draft its founding charter. On March 9, 1981, the foreign ministers met in Muscat, Oman, where they approved the GCC’s organizational structure and initialed its founding charter. Finally, on May 25, 1981, the first summit of the GCC was held in Abu Dhabi, officially establishing the Gulf Cooperation Council. The founding charter was formally adopted, and Kuwaiti diplomat Abdullah Yacoub Bishara was appointed as the first Secretary-General of the GCC. Founding charter The preamble of the GCC’s charter underscored the special relations, shared values, and common objectives among the member states, all rooted in Islamic principles, a common destiny, and unity of purpose. The GCC’s cooperative efforts were aimed at serving the higher goals of the Arab nation. The objectives outlined in the founding charter include promoting coordination, integration, and unity among the member states across a range of fields—political, economic, financial, commercial, customs, transportation, education, culture, health, media, tourism, and legislative affairs. The charter also emphasized fostering scientific and technological advancements in key sectors such as industry, mining, agriculture, water, and animal resources, while establishing research centers and joint projects to encourage private sector cooperation. The final communiqué of the first GCC summit highlighted the region’s security and stability, emphasizing the rejection of foreign interference and the need for the Gulf to remain free from international conflicts. Effective regional union The summit also reaffirmed the necessity of finding a just solution to the Palestinian issue that would guarantee the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people. The creation of the GCC was not merely a strategic decision; it was a reflection of the deep historical, social, and cultural ties that unite these nations. The shared religious beliefs, cultural connections, and familial bonds among their peoples, along with their geographical proximity, created a natural sense of unity and common identity. While the GCC formalized and organized the long-standing interactions among these nations, it also responded to the security and developmental challenges facing the region. The establishment of the GCC was a practical response to the aspirations of the Gulf peoples for regional unity, especially after broader Arab unity proved difficult to achieve. As the GCC celebrates its 43rd anniversary, it continues to be regarded as the most important regional entity in the Arab world, as His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah remarked during the 43rd Gulf Summit in Riyadh in December 2022. “Our collective Gulf action is filled with remarkable achievements that have elevated the GCC to one of the most successful and effective regional unions. We have successfully met the aspirations of our people and achieved strategic and economic benefits for our countries,” he said. — KUNA
SAN ANTONIO — Nikola Vucevic had a season-high 39 points, Ayo Dosunmu had 27 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds and the Chicago Bulls beat the San Antonio Spurs 139-124 on Thursday night with Victor Wembanyama sidelined with a back injury. Dosunmu had season highs in points, assists and rebounds in collecting the first triple-double of his four-year career. Keldon Johnson had a season-high 28 points and Devin Vassell added 17 points for San Antonio, which lost for the third time in its last four games. Wembanyama is day-to-day with a sore lower back he suffered in Tuesday’s loss to Phoenix. Chicago never trailed and had a season-high point total. Chicago matched a season-high with 73 points in the first half in taking a 73-57 lead. Talen Horton-Tucker had 13 points for Chicago, which had six players score in double figures. Chris Paul had 12 points and nine assists for San Antonio. Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic (9) reacts after a play against the San Antonio Spurs during the second half of an NBA basketball game in San Antonio, Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024. Credit: AP/Eric Gay Takeaways Bulls: Chicago rookie Matas Buzelis had 11 points after scoring a career-high 20 points against Brooklyn in his previous game. Three of Buzelis' four games in double figures have come in his past six games. Spurs: Jeremy Sochan had 16 points and 14 rebounds in his return to the starting lineup after missing 13 games following thumb surgery. Sochan made his first career start at center in place of Wembanyama. Key moment Zach LaVine drained a 3-pointer on the game's opening possession to set the tone for Chicago's most prolific outing this season. Key stat Chicago shot 57.8% from the field, surpassing its previous season best of 57% set against Atlanta on Nov. 22. Chicago Bulls forward Talen Horton-Tucker (22) drives to the basket past San Antonio Spurs center Charles Bassey (28) during the second half of an NBA basketball game in San Antonio, Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024. Credit: AP/Eric Gay Up next Bulls: Play host to Indiana on Friday night. Spurs: Host New Orleans on Friday night.Olivia Miles notched a triple-double (11 points, 10 rebounds, 14 assists) and Sonia Citron added 25 points and 11 rebounds as No. 3 Notre Dame dominated Virginia 95-54 in an Athletic Coast Conference matchup Sunday in South Bend, Ind. Hannah Hidalgo scored 28 points and Liatu King chipped in eight points and 12 rebounds as the Fighting Irish (11-2, 2-0) jumped out to a 37-9 lead behind a 28-0 run, easily winning the battle of the boards (54-31), points in the paint (44-26) and fastbreak points (39-10). Winning its sixth straight game, Notre Dame shot 51.4 percent from the floor and 38.5 from 3-point range while dishing out 32 assists on 38 made baskets. For the Cavaliers (8-6, 0-2), Kymora Johnson led the way with 12 points on a day the visitors shot just 29.7 percent from the floor, including 23.8 percent on 3-point attempts. No. 2 South Carolina 93, Wofford 47 Joyce Edwards scored 16 points off the bench to lead five players in double figures as the Gamecocks trounced the Terriers in Columbia, S.C. Tessa Johnson added 14 points, Raven Johnson had 13, Te-Hina Paopao tallied 12 and MiLaysia Fulwiley netted 11 for South Carolina (12-1), which rattled off 17 straight points in the second quarter to open up a 36-14 lead. The Gamecocks never trailed and scored the game's final 22 points to win their seventh straight. Wofford (6-5) got 20 points from Rachael Rose but shot just 21.1 percent as a team and suffered its third straight loss. Evangelia Paulk managed five points on 1-of-18 shooting, though she did grab a game-high 11 rebounds. No. 6 LSU 83, Albany 61 Aneesah Morrow tallied 10 points during the Tigers' game-ending 25-2 run that helped them pull away from the pesky Great Danes in Baton Rouge, La. LSU trailed 59-58 before Morrow's three-point play with 7:41 left sparked the decisive surge. She finished with 20 points and 18 rebounds, including 10 of each in the fourth quarter alone. Mikaylah Williams scored 18 points, while Flau'Jae Johnson bundled 15 points with nine rebounds as the Tigers (15-0) wrapped up an unbeaten nonconference slate. Kaci Donovan notched 17 points to lead Albany's upset bid before fouling out with 4:15 left in the game. Kayla Cooper and Lilly Phillips each had 14 points for the Great Danes (10-3), who led by as many as 12 in the second quarter but missed their final 11 shots in the fourth. No. 7 UConn 67, Providence 41 Paige Bueckers scored 14 of her game-high 23 points during a dominant first quarter that propelled the Huskies to a blowout win over the visiting Friars in Hartford, Conn. Bueckers shot 5-of-5 from the floor in the first period and contributed eight points to a 15-0 run that helped UConn build a 28-6 lead after one. The All-American finished 8-of-12 overall, while Sarah Strong chipped in 14 points as the Huskies (11-2, 2-0 Big East) rebounded from a two-point home loss to then-No. 7 Southern California on Dec. 21. Grace Efosa had 11 points and seven rebounds and Olivia Olsen paired eight points with 11 boards for Providence (7-8, 0-2), which surrendered 40 points off 31 turnovers. No. 8 Maryland 72, No. 19 Michigan State 66 The Terrapins narrowly avoided their first loss of the season, thanks in part to Kaylene Smikle's team-high 19 points in a hard-fought Big Ten Conference victory over the Spartans in College Park, Md. Maryland (12-0, 2-0 Big Ten) led by nine entering the fourth period, but Michigan State (11-2, 1-1) staged a 9-0 run to tie the game at 57. Saylor Poffenbarger (14 points, 10 rebounds) halted the run with a 3-pointer as the Terrapins -- who shot 42.9 percent from the field -- took the lead for good with 5:06 left. Theryn Hallock (20 points) and Julia Ayrault (17 points, 12 rebounds) kept the Spartans in it, but the visitors shot just 32.4 percent from the field, including 25 percent from 3-point range. No. 10 Ohio State 77, Rutgers 63 Cotie McMahon and Ajae Petty each posted a double-double to help the Buckeyes earn a conference road win over the Scarlet Knights in Piscataway, N.J. McMahon recorded 16 points and 11 rebounds, while Petty added 16 points with 10 boards before fouling out late in the fourth quarter. Chance Gray chipped in 15 points for Ohio State (13-0, 2-0 Big Ten), which racked up 22 takeaways and held a 29-7 advantage in points off turnovers. Rutgers (8-5, 0-2) fell despite getting 31 points and 17 rebounds from Destiny Adams, who also had five steals and two blocks. The Scarlet Knights trailed 46-25 at halftime and never got closer than nine the rest of the way. Rutgers visits No. 8 Maryland next before hosting No. 4 USC. No. 13 Georgia Tech 100, Pitt 61 Freshman Dani Carnegie poured in a season-high 24 points to help the Yellow Jackets pummel the Panthers in Atlanta. Kara Dunn racked up 28 points for Georgia Tech (14-0, 2-0 Atlantic Coast Conference), which shot 50.7 percent and hit triple digits for the first time this season. Chazadi Wright had 16 points and Tonie Morgan contributed 15 with eight assists. Khadija Faye led Pitt (8-7, 0-2) with 22 points, while Brooklynn Miles scored 11 and Aislin Malcolm chipped in 10 off the bench. The Panthers finished 39.3 percent from the floor and committed 21 turnovers. No. 20 Alabama 93, Jacksonville 46 Aaliyah Nye poured in 30 points on 9-of-12 shooting from the floor, including a scorching 8-for-10 from 3-point range, as the Crimson Tide throttled the Dolphins in Tuscaloosa, Ala. In its final tune-up before opening Southeastern Conference play on Thursday against visiting Florida, Alabama (13-1) only led by two after the first quarter but outscored Jacksonville 32-11 in the second quarter. Three other Crismon Tide players -- Eris Lester (14 points, eight rebounds), Zaay Green (13 points) and Sarah Ashlee Barker (12 points) -- scored in double figures as the team shot 54.2 percent from the field and a red-hot 53.8 percent from beyond the arc. For the Jaguars (6-6), Saniyah Craig scored a team-high 11 points as the visitors struggled from the field, shooting just 29.5 percent. --Field Level MediaCarrefour's cold shoulder for South American beef sparks a backlash from Brazil
While chatbots may appear to be helpful and reliable assistants, experts caution against becoming too reliant on them, particularly for sensitive information like health advice. Recent surveys highlight a growing trend of people turning to AI for such guidance. According to a report in NewYork Post, data from the Cleveland Clinic reveals that one in five Americans have sought health advice from AI, while a Tebra survey from the previous year indicated that roughly 25% of Americans would prefer using a chatbot over traditional therapy. Despite this increasing reliance, experts strongly advise against oversharing personal or medical details with ChatGPT and other AI chatbots . Here are 7 Things you should never-ever tell or ask from ChatGPT and other AI Chatbots: Personal information Never share your personal information with AI Chatbots, such as your name, address, phone number, or email address. This information could be used to identify you and track your activity. Financial information Never share your financial information with AI Chatbots, such as your bank account numbers, credit card numbers, or social security number. This information could be used to steal your money or your identity. Passwords Never share your passwords with AI Chatbots. This information could be used to access your accounts and steal your data. Your Secrets Never share your secrets with AI Chatbots. ChatGPT is not a person and cannot be trusted to keep your secrets safe. Medical or health advice AI is not your doctor, so never ask AI for health advice. Also, never share your health details including Insurance Number and more. Explicit content Most chatbots filter any explicit stuff shared with them, so anything inappropriate may get you banned. Not just this, also remember, the internet never forgets anything. So, you never know where these may surface. Anything that you don't want the world to know Remember that anything you tell AI Chatbots can be stored and potentially shared with others. As such, you should never tell AI Chatbots anything that you don't want the world to know.
Teamfight Tactics: Into the Arcane is set to expand its roster with the addition of three ultra-powerful champions from the acclaimed series Arcane. Mel, Viktor, and Warwick will join the game as 6-cost units starting December 5, 2024, with the release of Patch 14.24. The new champions are poised to make a significant impact on gameplay dynamics. Mel, at the pinnacle of her power, will maneuver swiftly across the battlefield, reduce damage to allies, and unleash stored damage. Her ability to shield the Tactician from death after sufficient casting adds a strategic layer to her deployment. Viktor, depicted as an evolved and towering figure, replaces his auto-attacks with a death ray capable of stunning entire boards. His presence is expected to influence players’ strategies, making him a formidable force in matches. Warwick brings a ferocious element to the game, executing units and entering a frenzied state upon the death of multiple foes. In this state, Warwick becomes unstoppable, dealing increased damage and utilizing omnivamp to sustain himself during battles. Joining Arcane Jinx Unbound, Warwick will make his debut alongside the second Unbound Tactician, Arcane Warwick Unbound, further enriching the Convergence. These additions align with the evolution of characters portrayed in the final season of Arcane, enhancing the synergy between the show and the game. In addition to the new champions, Patch 14.24 will feature Arcane Warwick Unbound joining Arcane Jinx Unbound on the Convergence. Players can also look forward to the Dev Drop, which delves into the challenges of integrating these iconic characters into Teamfight Tactics. Fans can watch Part 2 of “Nightmare on Reroll Street,” where TFT’s mascot Pengu and his Little Legends navigate the world of Arcane. The update will be available on both PC and mobile platforms. The TFT Macao Open, scheduled for December 13-15, will utilize the updated version of Teamfight Tactics: Into the Arcane. The event promises an ultimate celebration of the game, featuring insights into the 2025 roadmap, unique emotes from a global roster of co-streamers, and the introduction of Pufflet, a new Little Legend inspired by Macao and its iconic egg tarts. Spectator tickets for the TFT Macao Open remain available for purchase. Players eager to enhance their teams with Mel, Viktor, and Warwick can anticipate the update on December 5, 2024, and prepare for a refreshed and dynamic competitive environment in Teamfight Tactics: Into the Arcane.