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Tafara Gapare scored a season-high 19 points off the bench and Derik Queen added 15 points and eight rebounds, lifting Maryland to a 91-67 victory over Bucknell on Wednesday in College Park, Md. Gapare made 7 of 9 shots from the floor -- including 3 of 4 from 3-point range. He highlighted his performance by unleashing a personal 10-point run in the second half to help send the Terrapins (6-1) to their third straight win. Gapare, who made one 3-pointer prior to Wednesday's game, was limited to just three minutes and was held without a point in Maryland's 76-75 victory versus Villanova on Sunday. Julian Reese scored 14 points for the Terrapins, who shot a robust 50.0 percent from the floor and scored 22 points off 20 turnovers. Selton Miguel drained three 3-pointers to score all 13 of his points in the first half. That effort came three days after being held without a point versus Villanova. Bucknell's Ruot Bijiek sank four 3-pointers to highlight his 20-point performance. Josh Bascoe scored 10 points and Brandon McCreesh added nine off the bench for the Bison (4-4), who lost two in a row for the second time this season. Maryland answered Bijiek's layup by scoring 12 straight points to take a 15-2 lead. Miguel keyed the spurt by draining two 3-pointers and a jumper. Bucknell tried to keep pace and trailed 25-12 after McCreesh's layup, but the Terrapins kept their foot on the gas to steadily build a 25-point lead late in the first half. The Bison made a modest charge to begin the second half, trimming the deficit to 16 at 58-42 on Bijiek's fourth 3-pointer of the game. Gapare singlehandedly halted the momentum by sandwiching 3-pointers around a layup and an emphatic dunk over the next five possessions. Reese sank a pair of free throws to cap the 12-0 run, extending Maryland's lead to 70-42 with 11:39 to play. The Terrapins were not threatened the rest of the way. --Field Level MediaBorn to James Earl Carter Sr. and Lillian Gordy Carter on Oct. 1, 1924, in Plains, Georgia, Jimmy Carter lived to age 100, making him the oldest former president before his death and the longest-living president in U.S. history. Carter achieved numerous accomplishments in his life, and experienced some memorable moments, in politics and other arenas. With time as a Georgia senator, governor and then U.S. president, Carter spent close to 20 years in politics before dedicating his life toward charitable organizations in the more than 40 years after he left the White House. Here are some of the most memorable moments from Carter's life: Carter's long life: Jimmy Carter's presidential longevity record Jimmy Carter's early life Graduation: After attending Georgia Southwestern College and the Georgia Institute of Technology, Carter attended the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland, and graduated in 1946 with a Bachelor of Science. Wedding: After knowing her for most of his youth, Carter married Rosalynn Smith on July 7, 1946, not long after his graduation. The two eventually had three sons – John William, James Earl III, Donnel Jeffrey – and a daughter, Amy Lynn. Farm life: After his father died in 1953, Carter took over the family farms and operated Carter's Warehouse, a general-purpose seed and farm supply company in Plains. Beginning of Jimmy Carter's political career After seven years as a naval officer, Carter began his political career by becoming a Georgia state senator in 1963. Gov. Carter: Despite an unsuccessful first attempt, Carter ran in the 1970 Georgia gubernatorial race and defeated Carl Sanders. He notably criticized his opponent's support of Martin Luther King Jr., but during his inauguration, he said, "The time for racial discrimination is over." Presidential campaign: Carter announced his candidacy for president in December 1974. After starting out with little support, Carter's campaign gained attention and clinched the nomination at the Democratic National Convention . Jimmy Carter's presidency 1976 presidential election: Carter debated incumbent President Gerald Ford three times on television. Carter eventually won with 297 electoral votes to Ford's 240. Presidential inauguration and Vietnam War: Carter was inaugurated as the 39th president on Jan. 20, 1977. One day later, he pardoned everyone who evaded the Vietnam War draft. The Camp David Accords: Carter brokered a historic peace treaty between Israel and Egypt, and he witnessed the agreement being signed at the White House on Sept. 17, 1978. Department of Energy: After comparing the U.S. energy crisis to war, Carter created the Department of Energy, the first new Cabinet position in more than a decade. Nuclear power plant meltdown: On March 28, 1979, a reactor at Three Mile Island Nuclear Generating Station in Pennsylvania partially melted down . Carter, who was an engineering officer during his time in the Navy, inspected the plant on April 1. The accident resulted in increased safety regulations for nuclear power plants in the U.S. 1980 State of the Union: Carter spent much of his presidency de-escalating the Cold War; he said in his final State of the Union address that the relationship between the U.S. and the Soviet Union "is the most critical factor in determining whether the world will live at peace or be engulfed in global conflict." Iran hostage crisis: From Nov. 4, 1979, to Jan. 20, 1981, 52 U.S. citizens, including members of the Diplomatic Corps, were held hostage in the U.S. Embassy in Tehran, Iran. The hostage crisis began when Iranian militants broke into the embassy, marking a low point for Carter's presidency, one widely cited by historians and analysts as a contributor to his landslide loss in the 1980 general election to Ronald Reagan. 1980 presidential election: Reagan won the presidency with 489 electoral votes to Carter's 49. Carter's only term as president ended on Jan. 20, 1981. Jimmy Carter's life after presidency Carter Center: Carter created the Carter Center , a human rights organization. Accolades of the organization include observing 113 elections in 39 countries and helping reduce the cases of Guinea worm disease by 99.99%, essentially eradicating it, according to the Carter Center. Nobel Peace Prize: With his work with the Carter Center, Carter was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002 for “his decades of untiring effort to find peaceful solutions to international conflicts, to advance democracy and human rights and to promote economic and social development.” Hurricane Sandy relief: After the devastation of Hurricane Sandy in 2012, Carter helped rebuild homes with Habitat for Humanity. Cancer diagnosis: Carter announced in 2015 that he had been diagnosed with cancer and had a mass in his liver removed. A few months later, he said he was cancer-free. Oldest living f ormer president: Carter broke numerous records, claiming the title of longest-living former president on March 22, 2019. By attending Donald Trump's inauguration in 2017, he became the oldest former president to attend an inauguration. Follow Jordan Mendoza on Twitter: @jordan_mendoza5.
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Even in this banner season for military academy football — complete with winning streaks, national rankings and a conference championship — the biggest goal remains the same. For Army: Beat Navy. For Navy: Beat Army. With the college football landscape changing at a furious rate, the significance of this matchup adds a dose of tradition to mid-December, amid all that talk about the transfer portal and the new expanded playoff. "We've had a good year. You make it a great year by winning this game coming up on Saturday. Frankly, that's just the way it goes around here," Army coach Jeff Monken said. "It's a game and a season really all of its own. We don't apologize for talking about it all the time. We talk about it all the time, and it's 365 days a year." Saturday in Landover, Maryland, is the 125th matchup between Army and Navy, and although these two programs are long removed from their days winning national titles and Heisman Trophies, this is a historic moment in the rivalry. The Black Knights and Midshipmen have combined for 19 wins this season, their highest total ever entering this game. Army (11-1) is ranked 19th in the AP poll after beating Tulane last week to win the American Athletic Conference — the first league title of any kind in the team's 134-year history. Navy (8-3) was ranked as well earlier this season after starting with six straight victories. "I knew we were going to be an improved football team," Navy coach Brian Newberry said. "Didn't know exactly what that was going to look like. I think certainly we've improved in a lot of different areas. I'm excited about the season we've had." This was Army's first season in the AAC, putting the Black Knights and Midshipmen in the same league, although their annual matchup is considered a nonconference game. For a while, there was a chance the teams could meet twice, with a conference championship clash coming before the regularly scheduled Army-Navy game, but that didn't happen. Their most prominent common opponent came from outside the league. Notre Dame handed both Navy and Army its first loss, beating the Midshipmen 51-14 and the Black Knights 49-14. Within the AAC, both teams beat Temple, UAB and East Carolina. Army beat Tulane and Rice and Navy lost to those two teams. Army and Navy also each won its nonconference game against Air Force. Those victories over Air Force mean this season's Commander-In-Chief's Trophy comes down to the Army-Navy game. It's the first time since 2017 that both teams enter this game with a shot at the trophy. It's also the first time since 2017 that both teams enter the game with bowl bids secured. Navy faces Oklahoma in the Armed Forces Bowl and Army takes on Marshall in the Independence Bowl. This year's Army-Navy game is at the Washington Commanders' home stadium in Landover. It was also held there in 2011. This is the first time the game has been in Maryland since Baltimore hosted it in 2016. Baltimore is also up next in 2025. Army quarterback Bryson Daily has 29 rushing touchdowns this season, which is tied for the FBS lead with running back Ashton Jeanty, Boise State's Heisman finalist. Only one QB in FBS history has run for more TDs in a season than Daily. That was Navy's Keenan Reynolds, with 31 in 2013. "You come here to play in this game. The biggest stage possible, millions of people watching and a sold-out NFL stadium. It's awesome," Daily said. "None of the games that happened before this matter. We're going into this game like we're 0-0, they're 0-0 because that's just how you have to come into this game." Navy's closest game this season — win or lose — was a 56-44 win over Memphis. The Midshipmen are the only FBS team that hasn't had a game this season decided by eight points or fewer. AP Sports Writer Stephen Whyno contributed to this report. Get local news delivered to your inbox!Property tax hike little more than a payday loan to keep broke city’s lights, heat onISRO begins countdown for Space Docking Experiment onboard PSLV-C60 rocket
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NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — What began as a childhood hobby more than six decades ago has led to what might be Africa's largest butterfly collection in a suburb of Kenya's capital. Steve Collins, 74, was born and raised in western Kenya. By the age of 5, he was fascinated by butterflies and started building a collection that has grown to more than 4.2 million, representing hundreds of species. “My parents encouraged us to look for butterflies after visiting the Congo and were gifted a trapping net by some friends," Collins said. “By the time I was 15 years old, I was already visiting other countries like Nigeria to study more about butterflies.” During his 20-year career as an agronomist, Collins dedicated his free time to research. He established the African Butterfly Research Institute in 1997. Now, running out of space and time, he hopes to hand it over to the next generation. On his 1.5 acres (0.6 hectare) of land, hundreds of indigenous trees and flowering bushes form a well-knit forest. Hundreds of butterflies dance from one flower to another, at times landing on Collins' hand. His collection is private, although it was initially open to the public when he ran it as an education center between 1998 and 2003. Collins has 1.2 million butterflies from across Africa delicately pinned in frames and stored in rows of shelves, with another 3 million in envelopes. “They need to be kept in dark spaces," he said. “The form of storage also ensures the dried butterflies are not eaten by other insects, parasites and predators. We also ensure we apply insecticides once a year to keep them safe.” Julian Bayliss, an ecologist specializing in Africa and a visiting professor at Oxford Brookes University, said he has collected butterflies for Collins over two decades. “There is a large part of that collection that is completely irreplaceable because a large part of Africa’s habitat is being destroyed,” Bayliss said. Africa is vulnerable to climate change, with periods of prolonged drought and serious flooding destroying forests and other butterfly habitats. Bayliss suggested digitizing the collection to make it accessible worldwide. Whoever takes it over "needs to be an institution that is well-founded, well-funded and secure,” he said. Scott Miller, an entomologist at the Smithsonian Institution, met Collins almost 30 years ago. He said such collections provide critical information that could show environmental changes over 60 years. “These physical specimens, you can actually keep going back to them to get new layers of information as you learn more or you get a different technology or you get different questions," he said. Collins is concerned that soon he will no longer be able to sustain his research. He said his most prized butterfly costs $8,000 — which he keeps from sight, concerned about possible theft — and hopes to sell the collection to an individual or research institution. The costs of running his institute are high. An annual budget posted in 2009 on the Lepidopterists' Society of Africa website was $200,000. Collins estimates that the specimens and other assets are worth $8 million. “This has been my hobby for decades, and I can’t put a price on what I have done so far. I’m currently seeking to ensure the species are in safe hands when I’m out of this world,” he said. Associated Press journalist Khaled Kazziha in Nairobi, Kenya, contributed to this report.
Brainy, 'normal guy': the suspect in US insurance CEO's slayingEx-Colorado footballer Bloom dedicates time to fulfilling wishes for older adultsPersonal Cloud Market Future Scope, Size, Share, Growing Trends, Opportunities, Key Segments And Forecast To 2028 12-12-2024 10:18 PM CET | Business, Economy, Finances, Banking & Insurance Press release from: ABNewswire Google (US), Microsoft (US), Apple (US), Dropbox (US), AWS (US), Box (US), Seagate Technology (US), Western Digital (US), Synchronoss (US), Egnyte (US), BUFFALO Technology (Japan), Funambol (US), SugarSync (US), ElephantDrive (US), Cloudike (US), SpiderOa Personal Cloud Market by Type (Online, NAS Device, Server Device), User Type (Enterprise, Consumer), Hosting Type (Provider, User/Self-hosting), Revenue Type (Direct, Indirect), Vertical (IT & ITeS, BFSI, Telecommunications) and Region - Global Forecast to 2028. The global personal cloud market [ https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/Market-Reports/personal-cloud-market-821.html?utm_campaign=personalcloudmarket&utm_source=abnewswire.com&utm_medium=paidpr ] is projected to expand from USD 24.7 billion in 2023 to USD 57.7 billion by 2028, registering a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.5% during the forecast period. Personal clouds provide individuals with a virtual storage and computing environment, enabling them to store, manage, and access their digital data and applications via the internet. Download PDF Brochure@ https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/pdfdownloadNew.asp?id=821 [ https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/pdfdownloadNew.asp?id=821&utm_campaign=personalcloudmarket&utm_source=abnewswire.com&utm_medium=paidpr ] One of the driving factors behind the surge in the personal cloud market is the ubiquity of smartphones and connected devices. With the increased mobile device usage, consumers are seeking solutions that transcend the limitations of device-specific storage. Moreover, personal cloud services offer a centralized repository, allowing users to effortlessly synchronize and manage their data, creating a seamless and unified experience across various devices. Additionally, In the competitive realm of personal cloud market, innovation is a driving force. Key players in the market continually strive to enhance user experience by introducing intuitive interfaces, leveraging AI for organization and search capabilities, and integrating seamlessly with popular applications. These innovations not only attract new users but also contribute to user retention in an environment where expectations are constantly evolving. By User Type, the enterprises segment is expected to capture the highest CAGR during the forecast period. The user type segment of the personal cloud market is segmented into enterprises and consumers. The enterprises segment is estimated to hold the highest CAGR during the forecasted period. The enterprise user type plays a crucial role in the personal cloud market, contributing to the demand for advanced features, robust security measures, and scalable solutions that cater to the specific demands of businesses. Unlike individual consumers, enterprises often require cloud services that facilitate collaboration, data management, and secure access for multiple users within a corporate environment. The role of the enterprise user type extends beyond basic storage needs, influencing the development of features such as advanced collaboration tools, administrative controls, and comprehensive security protocols. A real-world example illustrating the impact of enterprise user types is the adoption of Microsoft OneDrive for Business. Microsoft has strategically positioned OneDrive for Business as part of its Microsoft 365 suite, catering specifically to the needs of enterprises. This service integrates seamlessly with other productivity tools, such as Microsoft Teams and SharePoint, providing businesses with a comprehensive ecosystem for file storage, collaboration, and communication. Enterprise-focused features, including advanced security measures, compliance tools, and centralized administrative controls, demonstrate how personal cloud providers tailor their offerings to meet the demands of large organizations. Additionally, the enterprise user type influences pricing models within the personal cloud market. Many providers offer business-oriented plans with tiered pricing by the number of users, storage requirements, and additional enterprise-grade features. This approach allows personal cloud service providers to address the scalability and customization needs of enterprises, aligning their offerings with the requirements of larger organizations that often operate on a different scale compared to individual consumers. As the trend towards remote work and digital collaboration continues, the role of the enterprise user type will likely grow in significance, shaping the direction of innovation and competition in the personal cloud market. Based on enterprises, the large enterprises segment is expected to account for the largest market share during the forecast period. The personal cloud market, by enterprises, is segmented into SMEs and large enterprises. It is expected that during the forecast period, the large enterprises segment is expected to hold the largest market size and share in the personal cloud market. Large enterprises wield significant influence in the personal cloud market, driving demand for advanced features, enterprise-grade security, and scalable solutions tailored to the complexities of expansive organizational structures. Unlike individual consumers or SMEs, large enterprises operate on a massive scale, necessitating personal cloud services that can accommodate extensive data storage, sophisticated collaboration tools, and stringent security measures. The role of large enterprises in shaping the personal cloud market is characterized by their capacity to set high standards for performance, security, and customization. A compelling example illustrating the impact of large enterprises on the personal cloud market is Amazon Web Services (AWS), which offers a comprehensive set of cloud services, including Amazon S3 for scalable object storage. Large enterprises leverage AWS for their cloud storage needs, benefiting from its reliability, scalability, and integration with a wide range of additional services. AWS caters to the diverse requirements of large enterprises by providing customizable solutions that align with their extensive computing and storage demands, effectively setting a benchmark for the industry. Moreover, the role of large enterprises extends to influencing the development of cutting-edge technologies within the personal cloud market. As these enterprises adopt emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, machine learning, and advanced analytics, personal cloud providers are compelled to integrate these functionalities into their services. The demand for innovative solutions that enhance data processing, insights generation, and overall efficiency is often driven by the requirements of large enterprises, shaping the trajectory of technological advancements within the personal cloud market. North America is projected to hold the largest market share during the forecast period. By region, North America is projected to hold the most market share in the worldwide personal cloud market in 2023, and this pattern is anticipated to be true over the course of the forecast period. The personal cloud market in North America has emerged as a dynamic and influential force, reshaping the way individuals manage and access their digital content. The US and Canada are the major contributors, as most of the major companies of the personal cloud market are based in these countries. The region's strong technological infrastructure and high levels of digital adoption have fueled the growth of personal cloud services, which encompass storage, synchronization, and sharing solutions for personal data. With the increasing reliance on smartphones, tablets, and other connected devices, users in North America are seeking seamless and secure ways to store and access their photos, videos, documents, and other files. Personal cloud services provide a convenient and user-friendly platform for individuals to store their digital assets remotely, allowing them to retrieve and share data across multiple devices effortlessly. Request Sample Pages@ https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/requestsampleNew.asp?id=821 [ https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/requestsampleNew.asp?id=821&utm_campaign=personalcloudmarket&utm_source=abnewswire.com&utm_medium=paidpr ] Unique Features in the Personal Cloud Market Personal cloud solutions offer users the convenience of accessing their data and applications from anywhere, on any device, as long as they are connected to the internet. This anytime-anywhere accessibility ensures seamless user experiences and supports a mobile-first lifestyle. Unlike traditional public cloud solutions, personal clouds emphasize greater control over data privacy and security. Many personal cloud platforms allow users to manage encryption settings, access permissions, and data sharing, ensuring their sensitive information remains protected. Personal clouds are increasingly designed to integrate seamlessly with a wide range of smart devices, including smartphones, tablets, smart TVs, and IoT gadgets. This interconnected ecosystem allows users to synchronize data and applications across multiple devices effortlessly. Personal cloud services are highly customizable, enabling users to choose storage plans and features tailored to their specific needs. Additionally, they are scalable, allowing individuals to expand storage capacity as their data requirements grow without significant cost or effort. Many personal cloud solutions provide offline synchronization features, enabling users to access and modify files without an internet connection. Automatic backups ensure that data remains secure and recoverable in case of device failures or accidental deletions. Major Highlights of the Personal Cloud Market With growing concerns about data breaches and privacy, individuals are turning to personal cloud solutions that offer enhanced security features and greater control over data management. Providers are responding by incorporating advanced encryption, multi-factor authentication, and user-controlled access settings. The proliferation of smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices has fueled the demand for personal clouds. These solutions allow users to synchronize and access their data seamlessly across multiple devices, catering to the needs of an increasingly mobile and connected population. As IoT devices become more prevalent in households, personal clouds are evolving to support seamless integration with smart home systems. This capability enables users to manage and store data generated by IoT devices efficiently, enhancing convenience and functionality. Artificial intelligence is playing a transformative role in the personal cloud market. AI-driven features like smart data categorization, predictive storage optimization, and enhanced search capabilities are making personal cloud platforms more intuitive and user-friendly. Inquire Before Buying@ https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/Enquiry_Before_BuyingNew.asp?id=821 [ https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/Enquiry_Before_BuyingNew.asp?id=821&utm_campaign=personalcloudmarket&utm_source=abnewswire.com&utm_medium=paidpr ] Top Companies in the Personal Cloud Market Some of the major personal cloud vendors Google (US), Microsoft (US), Apple (US), Dropbox (US), AWS (US), Box (US), Seagate Technology (US), Western Digital (US), Synchronoss (US), Egnyte (US), BUFFALO Technology (Japan), Funambol (US), SugarSync (US), ElephantDrive (US), Cloudike (US), SpiderOak (US), ASUS Cloud (Taiwan), IDrive (US), AT&T (US), and OpenDrive (US). Google Google is a global technology corporation that focuses on internet-related services and goods, including cloud computing, software, hardware, online advertising technologies, and search engines. Along with Amazon, Apple, Meta, and Microsoft, it is regarded as one of the big five companies in the American information technology industry. Google helps solve business problems with cloud technology. Its cloud solutions are present in various industries, such as retail, consumer packaged goods, financial services, healthcare and life sciences, media & entertainment, gaming, telecom, and manufacturing. Google Cloud offers solutions such as data cloud, artificial intelligence (AI), APIs & applications, security, digital transformation, databases, smart analytics, productivity & collaboration, application, and infrastructure modernization. Google offers personal cloud services through its Google Drive platform. Introduced in 2012, Google Drive provides users with cloud storage, file sharing, and collaboration tools. Users can store their documents, photos, and videos in the cloud and access them from different devices with ease. The service integrates with other Google Workspace apps, enhancing productivity and collaboration. Google Drive offers a free storage tier with options to upgrade for additional space, making it accessible to a broad user base. Google's emphasis on integration with its ecosystem and user-friendly features positions Google Drive as a popular choice for personal cloud storage. The platform's reliability, cross-platform compatibility, and continuous updates contribute to its widespread adoption. Though it faces competition from other major players, Google's commitment to innovation and seamless integration keeps it at the forefront of the personal cloud market, catering to the diverse storage and collaboration needs of individuals. Its cloud storage is reliable and secure, which helps in the transition to lower-cost classes and archival storage. Google has its presence in Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. pCloud pCloud is a file hosting service (also known as cloud storage) for individuals and businesses. It offers features, such as file management, sharing, security, file backup, collaboration, and file versioning. pCloud is compatible with Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android platforms. It offers 10 GB of free storage with an option to get up to 20 GB through referrals. It helps to backup folders from computer to pCloud safely. It differentiates itself from other vendors in the personal cloud market by offering innovative lifetime plans to its users. pCloud helps SMEs improve business workflow; facilitates file storage, sharing, and collaboration; and reduces operational costs by eliminating the need for local servers. 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