Strictly Come Dancing viewers were left stunned after Tess Daly made a comment to Chris McCausland that many deemed "embarrassing". Chris and his partner Dianne Buswell performed a Quickstep to a track from Anything Goes for Musicals Week for their quarter finals performance. But the mood took a turn when Tess said to Chris and Dianne as they approached her, asking: "Can you see how happy she is with you". This comment sparked outrage among fans as Chris is blind due to a condition called retinitis pigmentosa. Viewers expressed their shock on social media, with one writing: "No Tess, Chris can't see how happy he made Dianne...... #strictly." Another added: "Surely Tess didn't just ask Chris 'can you see how happy she is with you? ' #Strictly." Read more Strictly's Anton Du Beke says 'ridiculous situation' as he admits he's judging one star differently A third shared: "Tess saying to Chris 'can you see how happy she is? '....um no Tess, he can't #Strictly," while a fourth wrote: "Tess just asked Chris if he could see how happy Diane was....", reports the Mirror . A fifth commented: "did tess actually just say "can you see how happy she is with you" to chris. a blind man." Another viewer questioned: "Did um...did Tess really just ask "can you see how happy she is with you? Chris had previously admitted that he had turned down the show several times due to fears because of his condition. The comedian lost his eyesight when he was in his 20s due to a hereditary condition called retinitis pigmentosa. His mum and nan also had the conditon. Speaking on Strictly, Chris explained in a VT: "When I was born my eyesight was maybe perfect but it deteriorated very, very steadily until probably my late teens, early 20s when all the useful stuff just went." He admitted: "I was asked to do Strictly a few times and I said no because I was scared of it to be honest. I realised for me not to do this was quite selfish because I'm lucky enough to get myself to a position where I have these opportunities to represent people. "It's not that people with disabilities need inspiring or they need to see themselves on the telly but everyone else does...it's important to show people that more is possible than you would think.Petition for Tino Rangatiratanga flag emoji gains momentum
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Amid all the offers on air fryers and hair dryers , reduced stocking stuffers and “New Year New Me” gym membership discounts – Booking.com has launched a hotel sale that travellers shouldn’t be sleeping on. This Black Friday , the site has up to 35 per cent off selected hotel reservations and accommodation until 4 December. Cost-saving stays from London to New York to Thailand can be booked for dates between now and 31 December 2025, whether a long weekend away or a week of relaxing beside the beach. With thousands of properties reduced across the weekend, here’s our pick of the best Booking.com hotels to tuck into for up to 35 per cent less this sale weekend. Read more: Black Friday travel deals 2024: Cheap offers on flights, holidays, hotels and cruises Longing for a staycation or simply love London ? Save almost £100 on a stay at Sea Containers to anchor on South Bank with river views, two vibrant cocktail bars and a restaurant primed for British dishes all at your fingertips. 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Book now There’s five-star service for less in Krakow this Christmas, with rooms at The Bonerowski Palace Boutique Hotel almost £200 cheaper in the Black Friday sale. With creative plates at Amalia Restaurant and beds fit for a king on Kraków’s Main Market Square, book now to bring a touch of luxury to a long weekend in Poland . Book now In the Oud-Zuid district, Park Plaza is ideally situated to explore eclectic museums, the vibrant “Little Paris” district and Amsterdam ’s green playground Vondelpark. With 47 hectares to skate, rose gardens to smell and open-air theatres to entertain, the city’s lung is a great base to embrace the Dutch capital. Once you’ve filled your boots with nature, swerved hundreds of cyclists and snacked on a stroopwafel, take a table at Tozi, the hotel’s Venetian-inspired restaurant with small plates and barrel-aged Negronis on the menu. Book now To take a bite out of the Big Apple, the stylish Gregorian has stylish rooms for under £200 a night in the Booking.com sale. Just three blocks from Madison Square Garden and with New York icons within walking distance – the rooms may be monochrome but this is an ideal base to paint the town red in the city that never sleeps. Book now For a quirky stay in the heart of London ’s art scene, art’otel’s Hoxton hotel has a bold aesthetic designed by “signature artist” D*Face, original Banksys and an indulgent spa. In summer, The Brush Grand Café sets the scene for al fresco feasts, while winter events, including a New Year’s Eve skyline disco and a festive wreath-making workshop, are primed for festive fun. After all the merriment, guests can tuck into sleek art rooms and city-view suites. Hotel green flags – bath robes, slippers, coffee machines and Dyson hairdryers – await. Book now Read more: What is Travel Tuesday? And what are the best travel deals?
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Noel scores 26 points as Wright State takes down Detroit Mercy 80-72Schneider to acquire Cowan Systems for $390 million 11-30-2024 03:04 PM CET | Business, Economy, Finances, Banking & Insurance Press release from: ABNewswire Schneider National, Inc., a leading transportation and logistics services company, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Cowan Systems, LLC, a dedicated contract carrier based in Baltimore, Md., and its affiliated entities. The transaction, announced today, is valued at approximately $390 million in cash, with additional agreements to purchase related real estate assets for about $31 million. Cowan Systems brings to Schneider a dedicated fleet of approximately 1,800 trucks and 7,500 trailers, serving customers in the retail, consumer goods, food and beverage, industrial, and building materials sectors. This acquisition is set to enhance Schneider's Dedicated segment, which will now operate over 8,400 tractors, representing around 70% of its Truckload fleet. Mark Rourke, Schneider's President and CEO, emphasized that the purchase of Cowan Systems aligns with the company's strategic vision to focus on customer-centric Dedicated solutions. Cowan Systems, which was founded in 1924, will continue to operate as a wholly owned subsidiary of Schneider, maintaining its brand and workforce. The acquisition is projected to be accretive to Schneider's earnings per share within the first year, excluding anticipated synergies. The closing of the deal, expected in the fourth quarter of 2024, is subject to customary conditions and will be financed through existing cash and borrowings under Schneider's new $400 million credit facility. The integration of Cowan Systems follows Schneider's pattern of acquiring dedicated contract carriers, including Midwest Logistics Systems and M&M Transport Services, LLC. The financial results of Cowan Systems will be reported within Schneider's Truckload and Logistics business segments after the completion of the transaction. Legal advisory for Schneider was provided by Scopelitis, Garvin, Light, Hanson & Feary, while Stifel Financial Corp (NYSE:SF). and Scudder Law Firm advised Cowan Systems on financial and legal matters, respectively. This announcement is based on a press release statement and reflects the company's expectations and projections about the acquisition's future financial performance and operational integration. In other recent news, Schneider National has seen a flurry of activity from analyst firms following its recent third-quarter earnings report. The company reported steady revenues of $1.2 billion, with adjusted diluted earnings per share falling slightly from $0.20 to $0.18. Benchmark, BofA Securities, and Evercore ISI have all adjusted their outlooks on the transportation and logistics services company. Benchmark raised its stock price target for Schneider National to $32.00, maintaining a Buy rating. This followed a third-quarter earnings report that fell short of expectations, with adjusted operating income reported at $44.3 million. Despite challenges, Schneider National's Dedicated and Intermodal business segments showed resilience and improvement, respectively. BofA Securities upgraded Schneider National's rating from Underperform to Buy, raising the price target to $34.00. This positive outlook follows the recent U.S. election and anticipates benefits to the truckload industry. However, due to weaker than expected performance in the third quarter, BofA Securities reduced its earnings per share estimates for 2024 and 2025. Evercore ISI reduced Schneider National's price target from $27.00 to $26.00 while retaining an In Line rating. This follows Schneider National's third-quarter earnings report, which disclosed an adjusted earnings per share of $0.18, falling short of projections. The company's earnings were adversely affected by a weaker performance in the Truckload and Logistics segments. These are recent developments that provide insight into the current state of Schneider National. The company continues its commitment to shareholder returns, strategic growth, and operational efficiency, as evidenced by its ongoing share repurchase program. Media Contact Company Name: ABC Private Limited Contact Person: Media Relations Email:Send Email [ https://www.abnewswire.com/email_contact_us.php?pr=schneider-to-acquire-cowan-systems-for-390-million ] Country: India Website: https://www.se.com/in/en/ This release was published on openPR.