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Boom Supersonic’s demonstrator aircraft completed its eighth flight earlier this month, setting a new record for altitude and matching its top speed as it prepares to go supersonic by the end of the year. The flight is part of a series of demonstration flights showcasing Boom’s intention to bring commercial supersonic travel back to America’s skyways. The rising costs of supersonic travel were slowly killing the industry even before the Concorde’s final flight in 2003. But private companies and federal agencies are devising ways to repopularize the previously deafening way of getting around, and the recent Boom flight inches the company closer to that goal. The XB-1’s eighth flight took place on November 16, and achieved a maximum altitude of 25,040 feet (7,632 meters), its highest altitude so far. The flight lasted 54 minutes and the aircraft achieved a top flight speed of Mach 0.82, tying its record speed to date. The demonstrator aircraft’s first flight took place in March 2024, and Boom plans approximately two more subsonic flights before achieving Mach 1. Mach 1 is the speed of sound—about 767 miles per hour (1,234 km/hr). When objects exceed the speed of sound, they induce a sonic boom—the sharp, thunderous crack of an object breaking the sound barrier. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) prohibited civil supersonic flight over land in 1973, due in part to the constant sonic booms overhead and the booms’ rattling of windows freaking people out. Boom Supersonic’s work on the XB-1 runs parallel to NASA’s development of the X-59 supersonic aircraft, which won a Gizmodo Science Fair award this year. At 99.7 feet (30.39 meters) long with a wingspan of just 29.5 feet (9 m), the stiletto-shaped X-59 has an arguably more eye-catching design than the XB-1. That’s because the X-59’s raison d’ětre is to mitigate the sonic boom that caused so much uproar when supersonic flight was more common. One NASA engineer told Gizmodo that, to an observer on the ground, the X-59’s sonic boom will sound akin to the closing of a car door. In other words, the sonic boom will become a sonic thump. Boom’s ultimate goal is to run commercial passengers on its Overture jet, for which the XB-1 is a technology demonstrator. Though the Boom XB-1 will be capable of exceeding the sound barrier, the company plans to fly its passenger jet at reduced speeds over land—specifically, at Mach 0.94, about 20% faster than subsonic flight. Meanwhile, supersonic enthusiasts are hoping that the X-59 proves the “sonic thump” can mitigate the impact of sonic booms over land. After the aircraft’s in-flight performance is tested, the plane will be flown over several U.S. cities and residents will be surveyed on the invasiveness of the aircraft’s presence. If the aircraft doesn’t disrupt life on the ground, the FAA may change its regulations surrounding civilian aircraft traveling faster than Mach 1 over land. That would not happen until 2027 at the earliest, so you may as well keep your focus on the Boom demonstrator for now.McGill runs for 2TDs and North Texas becomes bowl eligible by beating Temple 24-17Donald Trump has big plans for schools in his second term, which include gutting the Department of Education. His proposals have major implications for public school funding, and you can bet that arts education will be at the top of the list of cuts. Support for the arts is an increasingly partisan issue, with conservatives calling for an end to public funds for the arts. In Florida, Gov. Ron DeSantis recently slashed millions in state funds for arts institutions, many of which partnered with schools to fill gaps in arts education. In his first term, Trump threatened to eliminate the National Endowment for the Arts, the biggest funder for arts and arts education in the U.S., which provides pivotal support for programs in public schools. Chances are that arts education is not going to get support from the top down in Trump’s second term, so it’s up to parents to work from the bottom up. With limited budgets and accountability pressures, time and resources for arts education continue to get squeezed out to make more space for the “basics,” subjects such as math, literacy and science, that predominately show up on standardized tests. But the arts are the basics. And what if parents demanded that they be treated as such? The arts are basic to human needs for expression, connection and understanding. They are so basic, in fact, that policymakers, school leadership, teachers and parents prioritized the arts in response to the mental health crisis during the pandemic. States used federal emergency funds to boost arts education programming. This funding is drying up, despite benefits to social-emotional and academic learning. The implication is that we can again deprioritize mental health and basic human development needs and get back to the learning that fits neatly into the framework of standardized tests. As a professor of international education, I focus on the benefits of arts education globally, not solely for mental health but also how the arts might contribute to more peaceful societies. When I was in Afghanistan in 2015 researching an arts education program run by Bond Street Theatre, I saw firsthand that arts activities could create moments of connection, joy and play among teenagers who were deeply divided across ethnic, religious and tribal lines, even in one of the most challenging settings in the world. The arts connect us to our own humanity and to the humanity of others, providing opportunities to complicate notions of “us” versus “them.” They build skills and behaviors that can equip our kids to challenge the status quo, draw attention to injustice, and imagine a better future in the face of increasing global conflicts, crises and polarization. In times of crisis, conflict or instability, human beings turn to the arts to process experiences that language and logic fail to capture. The arts are a first-line approach to providing protective learning environments for children who have experienced traumatic events and adversity. The World Health Organization recommends using the arts to improve health and well-being, pointing to evidence that artistic media support communication across divides. Research shows that children who receive quality early learning opportunities, which tend to draw heavily on arts activities, do better in the long run. We know that kids who participate in arts education in high school are more engaged in school and more likely to earn a four-year college degree. A recent impact evaluation focusing on kids in elementary and middle school showed that arts education improved writing achievement, reduced disciplinary infractions, and increased empathy and compassion. Understandably, parents want their children to have access to well-paying, stable jobs and push their kids to focus on subjects that they will be tested on for advancement. Literacy, numeracy, and STEM subjects — science, technology, engineering and math — provide vital skills, yet they are not the only skills that matter. Arts education is uniquely adept at building skills that are relevant and needed in response to artificial intelligence, increasing automation and a rapidly changing future. Indeed, the Program for International Student Assessment, or PISA, arguably the most influential international set of standardized assessments, recently put a spotlight on the importance of teaching and assessing creativity. Now more than ever, employers are seeking out-of-the box creative and critical thinkers. If arts education is good for children’s mental health, well-being, engagement at school, empathy and innovation, why is it perpetually on the chopping block? Public education is constantly struggling for adequate funding, and with a mentality of the arts as a “nice-to-have” among politicians and decision-makers, it is easy to see how arts education gets pushed to the fringes. But parents have a say in the education their children receive. They can put pressure on decision-makers to prioritize arts education through their votes, reaching out to members of Congress and local representatives, getting involved with local school boards and sitting on district committees. Parents can advocate within PTAs for schools to partner with arts organizations that provide unique learning opportunities inside and outside of the classroom. They can advocate for school plays, dance recitals or art walks, events that generate social connections and celebration, even in divided communities. They can organize art supply donations and distribute them to schools. Parents can also encourage their kids to stay engaged in the arts. As a parent, I want my child to have those experiences that are unique to the arts classroom — to explore ideas outside the box, to put herself in someone else’s shoes, to share her voice in ways that aren’t confined by language or logic. If parents demand that the arts be treated as “basic” to what public education should provide, we can shift the narrative. Perhaps we’ll even equip our children with skills to imagine and create a healthier, more peaceful future in the process.
Dean Walsh says the High-Performance Unit saved his life but still managed to break his heart. The Wexford boxer, who officially ditches the vest when he punches for pay in Waterford on Saturday, completed one of the greatest comebacks when he fought his way back from life’s basement to the top of the domestic amateur pile. However, he didn’t get the fairytale ending in the form of Olympic qualification and was disappointed not to get selected to represent Ireland at the final Olympic qualifier. It means his recent amateur history has a bitter-sweet feel and while his Paris disappointment wasn’t the sole reason he turned over it played it’s part. “I wouldn’t say it was my sole decision maker,” he tells Wexford Weekly . “Everyone knows I’ve toyed around with the pro idea for a while, but that Olympic selection process – it definitely affected it. “Everyone was telling me to go to the Elites this November and prove this and that. I’ve proved all I can in amateur boxing; it’s just a pity the selection process is so covert, being the best fighter and national champion just isn’t enough so what’s the point going up, winning it out again and still not get picked? It’s mental torture,” “I have nothing left to offer amateur boxing. I gave all I had to offer and I hung up the vest bittersweetly. I’m grateful for all my years with the Irish Team, I got back on the team when just a short time before I didn’t see myself making it to tomorrow let alone back on an Olympic squad. The last few years back in HP saved my life really and that’s being honest. What I went through is a story for another day. I’m 30 years old, in the best shape of my life both physically and mentally so now’s my time to turn over,” he adds. The Michael Conlan managed Jimmy Payne coached, Byrne has a new challenge ahead of him as he embarks on a pro fight. He begins over six against Tamas Horvath on the War in Waterford card and is hoping to progress quickly. “Everyone has seen what I have to offer, I’m a fighter, I don’t back down from anyone. I want the big fights and I want them fast, as I said I’m 30 now and my teams plan is to get me fast tracked, jump straight into 6 rounds and get the ball rolling. I have an adaptable style so I think I’ll adjust into the pro game nicely and with the addition of my trainer Jimmy Payne together we will see a whole new level.”
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World leaders watch Notre-Dame reopen with a 'merci'Citigroup Inc. trimmed its holdings in shares of Webster Financial Co. ( NYSE:WBS – Free Report ) by 8.7% during the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 198,012 shares of the financial services provider’s stock after selling 18,873 shares during the period. Citigroup Inc.’s holdings in Webster Financial were worth $9,229,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period. Other institutional investors also recently bought and sold shares of the company. Charles Schwab Investment Management Inc. boosted its position in Webster Financial by 2.4% during the 3rd quarter. Charles Schwab Investment Management Inc. now owns 1,468,942 shares of the financial services provider’s stock worth $68,467,000 after purchasing an additional 34,373 shares during the period. King Luther Capital Management Corp boosted its position in shares of Webster Financial by 1.3% in the third quarter. King Luther Capital Management Corp now owns 100,502 shares of the financial services provider’s stock worth $4,684,000 after buying an additional 1,292 shares during the period. First Horizon Advisors Inc. grew its stake in shares of Webster Financial by 45.9% in the third quarter. First Horizon Advisors Inc. now owns 1,398 shares of the financial services provider’s stock valued at $65,000 after buying an additional 440 shares in the last quarter. Pathstone Holdings LLC raised its holdings in shares of Webster Financial by 8.3% during the 3rd quarter. Pathstone Holdings LLC now owns 78,342 shares of the financial services provider’s stock valued at $3,652,000 after buying an additional 5,993 shares during the period. Finally, Stieven Capital Advisors L.P. lifted its position in Webster Financial by 16.9% during the 3rd quarter. Stieven Capital Advisors L.P. now owns 602,788 shares of the financial services provider’s stock worth $28,096,000 after acquiring an additional 87,000 shares in the last quarter. 85.58% of the stock is currently owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors. Insiders Place Their Bets In related news, CAO Albert Jen-Wen Wang sold 4,000 shares of the stock in a transaction that occurred on Monday, October 21st. The stock was sold at an average price of $52.43, for a total value of $209,720.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the chief accounting officer now directly owns 14,273 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $748,333.39. This represents a 21.89 % decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which is available through the SEC website . Also, insider Daniel Bley sold 3,463 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Monday, October 21st. The shares were sold at an average price of $52.10, for a total transaction of $180,422.30. Following the completion of the transaction, the insider now owns 19,529 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $1,017,460.90. This represents a 15.06 % decrease in their position. The disclosure for this sale can be found here . Insiders have sold 36,750 shares of company stock valued at $2,074,367 over the last three months. Company insiders own 0.88% of the company’s stock. Webster Financial Stock Down 0.4 % Webster Financial ( NYSE:WBS – Get Free Report ) last issued its earnings results on Thursday, October 17th. The financial services provider reported $1.34 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.35 by ($0.01). Webster Financial had a return on equity of 11.03% and a net margin of 18.80%. The business had revenue of $647.62 million during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $677.72 million. During the same period in the prior year, the business earned $1.55 EPS. Equities analysts anticipate that Webster Financial Co. will post 5.24 EPS for the current year. Webster Financial Announces Dividend The business also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Tuesday, November 12th. Investors of record on Friday, November 1st were paid a dividend of $0.40 per share. The ex-dividend date was Friday, November 1st. This represents a $1.60 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 2.59%. Webster Financial’s payout ratio is currently 36.28%. Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades Several analysts have issued reports on WBS shares. StockNews.com downgraded shares of Webster Financial from a “hold” rating to a “sell” rating in a research report on Monday, November 18th. Morgan Stanley lowered their price target on shares of Webster Financial from $57.00 to $54.00 and set an “equal weight” rating for the company in a report on Monday, September 30th. Stephens set a $58.00 price objective on shares of Webster Financial in a report on Thursday, October 17th. Wedbush raised their target price on Webster Financial from $52.00 to $59.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research note on Friday, October 18th. Finally, Wells Fargo & Company increased their price target on Webster Financial from $50.00 to $60.00 and gave the company an “equal weight” rating in a report on Friday, October 18th. One research analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating, three have issued a hold rating and nine have given a buy rating to the company. According to data from MarketBeat, the company has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $57.85. Read Our Latest Report on WBS Webster Financial Company Profile ( Free Report ) Webster Financial Corporation operates as the bank holding company for Webster Bank, National Association that provides a range of financial products and services to individuals, families, and businesses in the United States. It operates through three segments: Commercial Banking, HSA Bank, and Consumer Banking. Further Reading Want to see what other hedge funds are holding WBS? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for Webster Financial Co. ( NYSE:WBS – Free Report ). Receive News & Ratings for Webster Financial Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Webster Financial and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .
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Percentages: FG .388, FT .640. 3-Point Goals: 5-18, .278 (K.Williams 2-3, Brewer 1-3, Williamson 1-3, Gittens 1-4, Aybar 0-2, Gray 0-3). Team Rebounds: 3. Team Turnovers: None. Blocked Shots: 1 (Gittens). Turnovers: 13 (Brewer 3, Gittens 3, Aybar 2, Salatchoum 2, Williamson 2, Gray). Steals: 6 (Williamson 3, Aybar, Brewer, Gray). Technical Fouls: None. Percentages: FG .382, FT .733. 3-Point Goals: 7-27, .259 (Johnson 3-9, McLean 2-5, Barno 1-1, Stewart 1-6, D.Williams 0-2, Muniz 0-2, Washington 0-2). Team Rebounds: 3. Team Turnovers: 1. Blocked Shots: None. Turnovers: 10 (Barno 3, Stewart 3, Johnson 2, Duax, Muniz). Steals: 9 (Barno 3, Duax 3, Johnson, McLean, Reddick). Technical Fouls: None. A_1,601 (4,633).Shimla, Nov 24 (PTI) Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Sunday said the Rarik, a remote village, in Lahaul and Spiti district, has been successfully connected to high-speed 4G broadband services. This was made possible through collaboration with BSNL, he said. The region sees temperatures frequently plunging below zero degrees. Also Read | Woman Befriends Mother and Kidnaps Her 1-Month-Old Baby at Niloufer Hospital; Police Launch Investigation. "The newly commissioned 4G site at Rarik has been set up using Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) technology," Sukhu said. The CM said Himachal Pradesh is the first state in India to grant 100 per cent approval for land transfers under the 4G Saturation Project. Also Read | Badaun: Misled by GPS Navigation, Car Falls Into Ramganga River From Partially Constructed Bridge in Uttar Pradesh, 3 Dead (See Pic). "All necessary clearances from state departments were processed in a time-bound manner, facilitating the establishment of 4G towers in uncovered villages across the state," he said. "To date, clearances have been provided for 366 forest sites and 46 government sites, covering a total of 658 locations. As of now, 294 towers have been commissioned, while work on 37 additional towers is underway," he said. The CM said since assuming office, his government has taken "numerous measures" to raise the standards of living of people in tribal and hard-to-reach areas. "In a historic step, the government also celebrated its first Himachal Day in Kaza, Spiti Valley, in April 2023," he added. (This is an unedited and auto-generated story from Syndicated News feed, LatestLY Staff may not have modified or edited the content body)PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George has a bone bruise on his left knee and will miss two games, the team said Thursday. The 76ers said George did not suffer any structural damage when he injured the same knee that he hyperextended during the preseason in Wednesday night's loss at Memphis. The game marked the first time this season the All-Star trio of George, Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey started a game together. George will miss home games Friday against Brooklyn and Sunday against the Los Angeles Clippers, his former team. A nine-time All-Star, the 34-year-old George will be evaluated again on Monday. Wednesday's 117-111 loss to the Grizzlies dropped the Sixers to 2-12, the worst record in the NBA headed into Thursday night's games. George signed a four-year, $212 million contract with Philadelphia after five seasons with the Clippers. He has averaged 14.9 points in eight games this season. Embiid has been out with injuries, load management rest and a suspension, while Maxey was sidelined with a hamstring injury. An expected contender in the Eastern Conference, the Sixers haven't won since an overtime victory against Charlotte on Nov. 10. ___ AP NBA: https://apnews.com/hub/nba The Associated Press
Guest Opinion: Why we should care about arts education in public schoolsMumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 30 (ANI): Global singer Dua Lipa on Saturday performed live in Mumbai, leaving desi fans extremely happy. Several videos from the concert surfaced online. One of the best moments turned out when Dua Lipa was seen performing to the fan-made mashup of her song ‘Levitating’ and Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan’s famous track Wo Ladki Jo from his film ‘Baadshah’. Netizens went gaga after seeing the clip. “Dua Lipa did not miss the meme Levitating x Woh Ladki,” a social media user commented. https://x.com/bankerraver/status/1862901833284378682 Another X user wrote, “so Dua Lipa did the Levitating X Woh Ladki Jo mashup in her own style wish SRK was there too.” Dua has often expressed her love for Shah Rukh Khan. In 2019, during her India visit, Dua got the chance to meet Shah Rukh. She even posed for a picture with the Bollywood actor, who later shared it on his Instagram account. “I have decided to live by New Rules, and who better to learn them from but Dua Lipa herself? What a charming and beautiful young lady and her voice. I wish her all my love. Dua, if you can, try the steps I taught you on stage,” SRK captioned the post. Dua’s gig saw the presence of renowned celebrities such as Radhika Merchant, Anand Piramal, Ranvir Shorey, and Namrata Shirodkar among others. Dua arrived in the city on Thursday. The same night, she was spotted dining with her boyfriend, actor Callum Turner. In the videos shared by the paps, Dua can be seen getting inside her car, escorted by security, and holding hands with Callum. The singer looked chic in an all-black outfit. The couple was all smiles as they were papped inside the car. The videos went viral in no time. Dua announced her return to India in August with an Instagram post, saying, “India, I’m coming back!! My trip at the start of this year was a beautiful reminder of how much I love this place. The warmth and energy I felt from everyone I met there was amazing, and I can’t wait to see you again to perform in November!!!!” Talking to Variety, Dua shared her excitement about Zomato Feeding India Concert and said, “One of the best parts about touring the world is getting to be a tourist in so many new places, and I always find the best things to do when I’m in Asia and definitely in India. Last time I visited, I met so many warm and kind people.” This is Dua’s third visit to India, following her performance in 2019 and her recent vacation in Rajasthan earlier this year. (ANI) This report is auto-generated from ANI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content. var ytflag = 0;var myListener = function() {document.removeEventListener('mousemove', myListener, false);lazyloadmyframes();};document.addEventListener('mousemove', myListener, false);window.addEventListener('scroll', function() {if (ytflag == 0) {lazyloadmyframes();ytflag = 1;}});function lazyloadmyframes() {var ytv = document.getElementsByClassName("klazyiframe");for (var i = 0; i < ytv.length; i++) {ytv[i].src = ytv[i].getAttribute('data-src');}} Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() );
Filipovity 3-8 2-2 8, N.Tshimanga 1-5 0-0 2, Cook 3-12 0-0 9, Harris 5-9 4-4 18, Jackson 1-7 0-0 2, Carpenter 4-11 2-4 10, Pickens 0-3 0-0 0, Bostick 2-6 0-0 5, E.Tshimanga 1-1 0-0 2, Cherenfant 1-1 0-0 2, Osborne 1-2 0-0 2, Nnamoko 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 22-65 8-10 60. Exacte 0-0 0-0 0, M.Johnson 7-13 7-7 23, Butler 4-15 5-5 15, Campbell 1-9 10-12 12, Thomas 0-6 0-0 0, Felt 0-4 4-6 4, Green 2-3 0-0 4, Squire 1-2 0-0 3. Totals 15-52 26-30 61. Halftime_Bowling Green 26-23. 3-Point Goals_New Mexico St. 8-22 (Harris 4-5, Cook 3-9, Bostick 1-2, Filipovity 0-1, Jackson 0-1, Carpenter 0-2, Pickens 0-2), Bowling Green 5-21 (M.Johnson 2-5, Butler 2-7, Squire 1-2, Campbell 0-1, Felt 0-2, Thomas 0-4). Rebounds_New Mexico St. 43 (Filipovity, Harris 9), Bowling Green 34 (Felt 12). Assists_New Mexico St. 17 (Filipovity, Cook 4), Bowling Green 10 (M.Johnson 3). Total Fouls_New Mexico St. 22, Bowling Green 15.
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Farmer shot 7 for 13 (5 for 8 from 3-point range) and 3 of 3 from the free-throw line for the Penguins (5-5, 2-0 Horizon League). Nico Galette scored 11 points and added nine rebounds and six assists. Juwan Maxey and Jason Nelson both added 11 points. Allen David Mukeba Jr. led the Golden Grizzlies (3-5, 1-1) in scoring, finishing with 17 points. Tuburu Niavalurua added 12 points for Oakland. D.Q. Cole had 11 points. NEXT UP Up next for Youngstown State is a Saturday matchup with Toledo at home, and Oakland plays Michigan State on Tuesday. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .