Born in 2020, X Æ A-12 is the offspring of Musk and his partner, musician Grimes. Despite being just a toddler, X Æ A-12 has already garnered significant media attention due to his unique name and his parents' high-profile status. However, it is his recent comments about his father's role in American society that have truly captured the public's imagination.OneStream Announces Full Exercise of Underwriters' Option to Purchase Additional Shares in Secondary Offering of Class A Common StockDuring the operation, law enforcement authorities also seized a wide range of digital assets, including cryptocurrency, computer equipment, and other evidence related to the illegal activities conducted on Manson Market. The total value of the assets confiscated exceeded €250,000, highlighting the scale of the criminal enterprise that had been operating on the platform.
However, amidst the excitement surrounding the launch of the YU7, reports emerged that certain trademarks associated with the new model had already been registered by third parties. This revelation raised questions about intellectual property rights, trademark protection, and the potential implications for Xiaomi's branding and marketing efforts for the YU7.A pair of teams with minimal rest will face off in Nassau, Bahamas, on Sunday when No. 22 St. John takes on Georgia. St. John's (5-1), which will play its third game in four days, began the stretch in the Bahamas Championship on Thursday, dropping a heartbreaker to No. 13 Baylor. The Red Storm led by 18 in the first half before Baylor forced overtime. From there, St. John's rallied from five down with 1:47 left to send the game to a second overtime, where it saw Baylor knock down a pair of 3-pointers in the final seven seconds -- including Jeremy Roach's buzzer-beater -- to knock off the Red Storm 99-98. In the third-place game on Friday, St. John's breezed past Virginia 80-55. RJ Luis Jr. led the way with 18 points and four steals, followed by Kadary Richmond's 12 points, as the Red Storm took a one-point lead with 15:21 left in the first half and didn't trail again. "I'm really impressed with our guys, coming off a double-overtime, extremely emotional loss," St. John's head coach Rick Pitino said. "To respond that way was extremely impressive, both offensively and defensively." Pitino, in his second year with the Red Storm, was moved by something off the court on Friday, involving captain Zuby Ejiofor, who chipped in eight points, nine boards, two steals and two blocks. Ejiofor was serenaded by St. John's fans during the win, following his two missed free throws at the end of double overtime against Baylor. "When you've only been in a job for a year, you search for things you love about a place," Pitino said. "Tonight I found out what I love about St. John's. Our fans chanted Zuby's name the whole game, which doesn't happen anywhere else in America. I was really impressed with our fans and I thank them for making Zuby feel good, because he gives you all the energy." Luis leads the Red Storm with 17.3 points per game, followed by Ejiofor (10.7), Aaron Scott (10.5), Deivon Smith (10.3) and Richmond (10.2). Georgia enters Sunday's matchup looking to rebound from its first loss after falling to No. 15 Marquette 80-69 on Saturday. Georgia (5-1) battled back from a 15-point, second-half deficit, but was held to just three points over the final 4:57 in Saturday's loss. Blue Cain led the Bulldogs with a season-high 17 points, including five 3-pointers. "It's a process. It's a journey with this team," Bulldogs head coach Mike White said. "It's about continuing to make strides, continuing to protect our culture. ... At the end of the day, wins and losses are going to take care of themselves. We just have to embrace the process and enjoy it." Five-star freshman recruit Asa Newell was held to a season-low nine points but leads the team with 15.5 points per game. Silas Demary Jr. is second with 13.8. --Field Level Media
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy will miss Sunday's game against the Green Bay Packers with a sore throwing shoulder. Purdy injured his right shoulder in last Sunday's loss to the Seattle Seahawks . Purdy underwent an MRI that showed no structural damage but the shoulder didn't improve during the week and Purdy was ruled out for the game. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.WesBanco, Inc. and Premier Financial Corp. Announce Shareholder Approvals of Merger Agreement
WHEELING, W.Va. , Dec. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- WesBanco, Inc. ("WesBanco") (Nasdaq: WSBC) and Premier Financial Corp. ("Premier") (Nasdaq: PFC) today announced that WesBanco's shareholders and Premier's shareholders have each voted overwhelmingly to adopt and approve, as applicable, all proposals relating to the previously announced merger agreement for WesBanco to acquire Premier. The votes were held at the respective special meetings of WesBanco's shareholders and Premier's shareholders today. Approximately 85% of the votes cast at WesBanco's special meeting voted to approve the merger and to approve the proposal to issue shares of WesBanco common stock as described in the joint proxy statement/prospectus for the special meeting, and approximately 68% of the outstanding shares of Premier common stock voted to approve the proposal to adopt the merger agreement. "Shareholder approval is a key milestone that reflects strong confidence in the opportunities this merger creates for our communities, customers, employees and shareholders," said Jeff Jackson , President and Chief Executive Officer of WesBanco. "With this step complete, we look forward to receiving the required regulatory approvals and then scheduling the closing of the merger, so we can bring our community commitment and the resources of a stronger organization to all of our communities." With the completion of this critical milestone, the companies believe the merger is on track to close during the first quarter of 2025. The transaction remains subject to the completion of customary closing conditions, including the receipt of required regulatory approvals. The merger will create a regional financial services institution with approximately $27 billion in assets, significant economies of scale, and strong pro forma profitability metrics. With complementary and contiguous geographic footprints, the combined company would be the 8th largest bank in Ohio , based on deposit market share, have increased presence in Indiana , and serve customers in nine states. About WesBanco, Inc. With over 150 years as a community-focused, regional financial services partner, WesBanco Inc. (NASDAQ: WSBC) and its subsidiaries build lasting prosperity through relationships and solutions that empower our customers for success in their financial journeys. Customers across our eight-state footprint choose WesBanco for the comprehensive range and personalized delivery of our retail and commercial banking solutions, as well as trust, brokerage, wealth management and insurance services, all designed to advance their financial goals. Through the strength of our teams, we leverage large bank capabilities and local focus to help make every community we serve a better place for people and businesses to thrive. Headquartered in Wheeling, West Virginia , WesBanco has $18.5 billion in total assets, with our Trust and Investment Services holding $6.1 billion of assets under management and securities account values (including annuities) of $1.9 billion through our broker/dealer, as of September 30, 2024 . Learn more at www.wesbanco.com and follow @WesBanco on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. About Premier Financial Corp. Premier Financial Corp. (Nasdaq: PFC), headquartered in Defiance, Ohio , is the holding company for Premier Bank. Premier Bank, headquartered in Youngstown, Ohio , operates 73 branches and nine loan offices in Ohio , Michigan , Indiana and Pennsylvania and also serves clients through a team of wealth professionals dedicated to each community banking branch. For more information, visit Premier's website at www.PremierFinCorp.com . Matters set forth in this press release contain certain forward-looking statements, including certain plans, expectations, goals, and projections, and including statements about the benefits of the proposed Merger between WesBanco and Premier, that are subject to numerous assumptions, risks, and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements in this press release are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Actual results could differ materially from those contained or implied by such statements for a variety of factors including: the effects of changing regional and national economic conditions, changes in interest rates, spreads on earning assets and interest-bearing liabilities, and associated interest rate sensitivity; sources of liquidity available to WesBanco and its related subsidiary operations; potential future credit losses and the credit risk of commercial, real estate, and consumer loan customers and their borrowing activities; actions of the Federal Reserve Board, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Financial Institution Regulatory Authority, the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board, the Securities Investors Protection Corporation, and other regulatory bodies; potential legislative and federal and state regulatory actions and reform, including, without limitation, the impact of the implementation of the Dodd-Frank Act; adverse decisions of federal and state courts; fraud , scams and schemes of third parties; cyber-security breaches; competitive conditions in the financial services industry; rapidly changing technology affecting financial services; marketability of debt instruments and corresponding impact on fair value adjustments; and/or other external developments materially impacting WesBanco's operational and financial performance, the businesses of the WesBanco and Premier may not be integrated successfully or such integration may take longer to accomplish than expected; the expected cost savings and any revenue synergies from the proposed Merger may not be fully realized within the expected timeframes; disruption from the proposed Merger may make it more difficult to maintain relationships with clients, associates, or suppliers; the required governmental approvals of the proposed Merger may not be obtained on the expected terms and schedule; changes in economic conditions; movements in interest rates; competitive pressures on product pricing and services; success and timing of other business strategies; the nature, extent, and timing of governmental actions and reforms; and extended disruption of vital infrastructure; and other factors described in WesBanco's 2023 Annual Report on Form 10-K, Premier's 2023 Annual Report on Form 10-K, and documents subsequently filed by WesBanco and Premier with the SEC. All forward-looking statements included in this press release are based on information available at the time of the release. Neither WesBanco nor Premier assumes any obligation to update any forward-looking statement. View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/wesbanco-inc-and-premier-financial-corp-announce-shareholder-approvals-of-merger-agreement-302329433.html SOURCE WesBanco, Inc.If you suspect that you may have contracted Mycoplasma pneumoniae, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. A healthcare provider can perform a physical examination, as well as order diagnostic tests, such as a chest X-ray or a throat swab, to confirm the diagnosis. Once diagnosed, treatment typically involves the use of antibiotics, such as macrolides or tetracyclines. 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In conclusion, New China Insurance, the three-time listed company, is a shining example of success in the insurance industry. With its commitment to innovation, customer service, and sustainable growth, NCI is well-equipped to navigate the challenges of the market and emerge as a strong and reliable player in the industry. As the company sets its sights on a bright future, investors and customers alike can look forward to exciting developments from NCI in the years ahead.Lucky Eagle Casino & Hotel installs Quick Custom Intelligence’s Enterprise PlatformTaylor Swift is sparking more rumors that another Eras Tour movie is on the way. The 34-year-old singer is currently in the middle of her final weekend of shows and she had a full film crew following her during night one of the Vancouver stop. Taylor performed the first of her final three shows on Friday (December 6) at BC Place in Canada. Fans on social media have noted how the show had extra film crews, including cameramen on stage throughout the night, a flyover camera, and additional tracks on the floor to allow cameras to seamlessly hover around the stage. While some are wondering if Taylor will be making a second concert film with the updated 2024 set list, including the Tortured Poets Department songs, others think that she is preparing a documentary about the tour. We have recapped everything that’s coming up for Taylor in her career and personal life after the tour ends.
A couple living nearby, Shobha and Vineet, both scientists, dropped in a few weeks after a visit to Varanasi on the 10th anniversary of Shobha’s father’s passing. “It’s more than a fortnight since the anniversary,” Vineet said, placing a bottle of Scotch on the table beside a pack of still-warm home-made samosas. “Time to unwind a little.” I wasn’t in the least surprised when Murthy, with his nose for other peoples’ Scotch, turned up 15 minutes later. He was passing by, he said, and had a little time to spare. I introduced all of them, and Vineet, who had unwound quite a bit, mentioned that the street food he’d got in Varanasi had been wonderful. “Out of this world,” he said, “just out of his world.” Like most attentive husbands, he became aware of a dangerous glint in his wife’s eyes without even seeing it, and he added, looking earnestly at me, “Almost as good as these samosas!” A couple of drinks later, he had unwound a little more. “We’ve got companies selling these plastic packets of plastic junk food all over the country,” he said. “I wish someone would start selling the kind of junk food you get in Varanasi. The range there is incredible!” “It doesn’t fit their business model,” said Murthy, who himself was unwinding. “Won’t happen.” “You mean...” Vineet stuttered a bit. “They sell only what fits their business model?” “Exactly,” replied Murthy, emptying his drink and pouring himself a fresh one. “That’s terrible,” Shobha said, joining the conversation, “because it means that we eat what sells, not what we should!” “Right,” said Murthy. “Everyone follows the model, not just the private sector. Farmers produce large quantities of grain using fertilisers and lots of water. The government makes sure these farmers get paid enough for the grain. That’s what the minimum support price is for. They do it because if farmers produced grain the traditional way, we wouldn’t have enough grain to feed everyone. “If that grain lacks nutrients, when enough people know, companies come up to sell those nutrients as supplements. If the deficiencies bring on ailments, pharma companies provide medicines to fix those ailments...” “That’s terrible!” said Shobha. “I’ve read about this. Hunter-gatherers who lived thousands of years ago had a more varied and balanced diet than ours.” “Perhaps,” said Murthy, “but only for a very small population. Most people lived very difficult and short lives. Especially in colonies.” “Really?” asked Shobha, an edge of sarcasm in her voice. “Yes,” replied Murthy. “Short life spans, high child mortality, starvation in years of poor rainfall, and so on. Those stories of paradise in ancient times — fairy tales. Traders were exactly the same then as they are now.” “What!” said Vineet. “Do you mean that people followed business models back then?” “Do you think a shopkeeper a few centuries ago would have stocked goods that he wouldn’t be able to sell at a profit?” asked Murthy. Vineet said, “Well, no.” “There you are,” said Murthy. “The business model has always been important. In many ways.” “What do you mean?” asked Vineet. “What do you think tourism is?” asked Murthy. “If you have something beautiful and rare to show but access is difficult, or staying is uncomfortable, how many tourists do you think would visit? The whole purpose of developing tourism is to make money through demonstrating that your place is more fun than any other place. “If you have something rare and beautiful but you need to spend more to make it accessible and comfortable than you would earn out of it, would you spend that money?” “N-no,” said Vineet. “The business model,” said Murthy. You see it in pharmaceuticals, arms, energy, food, construction, everything...” “But it does a lot of damage, doesn’t it?” asked Vineet. “To health, to technology, to everything... Industry is built on greed. A reasonable profit is fine, but many people make extortionate profits. That’s what makes the business model so corrosive.” “Are you sure?” asked Murthy. “How much is reasonable, and how much is extortionate? Who decides? Who decides what’s corrosive and what’s not? Do you want the government to interfere in every business?” “No,” said Vineet very definitely. “Well, I suppose the answer is education. Make people aware.” “Ah!” said Murthy. “But education also follows a business model.” “What do you mean?” “We judge how good a college is by the jobs its students get when they leave,” said Murthy. “Would you send your child to a college that leaves its students unemployable?” “No,” said Vineet. “What about a university that produces people taken by Google?” asked Murthy. “You would. Perhaps the education system is the most... What was that word you used? Corrosive? Yes. The most corrosive part of our society.” “Not all of it,” said Vineet. “It’s got reservations for backward caste people, and so on. That’s hardly following a business model.” “Really?” said Murthy. “Our colleges have reservations for backward caste people and the government pays for their education in the hope of earning votes from those caste groups. But then private colleges have reservations for rich people!” “Of course not!” said Vineet. “How could you say such a thing?” “What do you think ‘management quotas’ are?” asked Murthy. “Pay enough and you can get a degree in education or medicine or whatever even if you’re nowhere near the top one per cent or whatever that would get that education on merit. That’s the irony of it. There are places for backward classes, and for rich people, but nothing for poor people. What kind of an education do you think you’d get from a system like this?”Trump is welcomed by Macron to Paris with presidential pomp and joined by Zelenskyy for their talks PARIS (AP) — French President Emmanuel Macron has welcomed Donald Trump to Paris with a full a dose of presidential pomp. And they held an impromptu meeting with Ukraine’s Volodymr Zelenskyy on a day that's mixing pageantry with attention to pressing global problems. The president-elect's visit to France is part of a global a celebration of the reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral five years after a devastating fire. Macron and other European leaders are trying to win Trump’s favor and persuade him to maintain support for Ukraine in its defense against Russia’s invasion. Syrian insurgents reach the capital's suburbs. Worried residents flee and stock up on supplies BEIRUT (AP) — Insurgents’ stunning march across Syria is gaining speed with news that they have reached the suburbs of the capital of Damascus. The government on Saturday was forced to deny rumors that President Bashar Assad had fled the country. The rebels’ moves around Damascus were reported by an opposition war monitor and a rebel commander. They came after the Syrian army withdrew from much of southern part of the country, leaving more areas, including two provincial capitals, under the control of opposition fighters. The advances in the past week were among the largest in recent years by opposition factions. The factions are by a group that has its origins in al-Qaida and is considered a terrorist organization by the U.S. and the United Nations. Trump isn't back in office but he's already pushing his agenda and negotiating with world leaders NEW YORK (AP) — Donald Trump is making threats, traveling abroad, and negotiating with world leaders. He has more than a month-and-a-half to go before he’s sworn in for a second term. But the president-elect is already moving aggressively to not only fill his Cabinet and outline policy goals, but also to try to achieve his priorities. In recent days, Trump has threatened to impose a 25% tariff on goods from Canada and Mexico, two of the country’s largest trading partners. That led to emergency calls and a visit. And he's warned of “ALL HELL TO PAY” if Hamas doesn't release the hostages still being held captive in Gaza. South Korea's president avoids an impeachment attempt over short-lived martial law SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korea’s embattled President Yoon Suk Yeol has avoided an opposition-led attempt to impeach him over his short-lived imposition of martial law. Most of Yoon's ruling party lawmakers boycotted a parliamentary vote Saturday to deny a two-thirds majority needed to suspend his presidential powers. The scrapping of the motion is expected to intensify protests calling for Yoon’s ouster and deepen political chaos in South Korea. A survey suggests a majority of South Koreans support the president’s impeachment. Yoon’s martial law declaration drew criticism from his own ruling conservative People Power Party. But the party also apparently fears losing the presidency to liberals. Days after gunman killed UnitedHealthcare's CEO, police push to ID him and FBI offers reward NEW YORK (AP) — Nearly four days after the shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, police still do not know the gunman’s name or whereabouts or have a motive for the killing. But they have made some progress in their investigation into Wednesday's killing of the leader of the largest U.S. health insurer, including that the gunman likely left New York City on a bus soon after fleeing the scene. The also found that the gunman left something behind: a backpack that was discovered in Central Park. Police are working with the FBI, which on Friday night announced a $50,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction. UnitedHealthcare CEO's shooting opens a door for many to vent frustrations over insurance The fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare's CEO has opened the door for many people to vent their frustrations and anger over the insurance industry. The feelings of exasperation, anger, resentment, and helplessness toward insurers aren’t new. But the shooting and the headlines around it have unleashed a new wave of patients sharing such sentiments and personal stories of interactions with insurance companies. Conversations at dinner tables, office water coolers, social gatherings and on social media have pivoted to the topic. Many say they hope the new amplified voices can bring about change for companies often accused of valuing profits over people. The DNC chair candidates discuss Joe Biden, Kamala Harris and winning Latino voters SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Four Democrats are running for Democratic National Committee chair, looking to take on the task of reinvigorating a party demoralized by a second loss to President-elect Donald Trump. Others may still get into the race as Democrats reckon with what went wrong in the 2024 election, which saw Trump gain with nearly every demographic group in a decisive repudiation of the incumbent party. The 448 DNC members will elect a successor for outgoing Chair Jaime Harrison on Feb. 1. The party’s Rules and Bylaws Committee is scheduled to meet next week to approve rules for the contest. 100-year-old Pearl Harbor survivor recalls confusion and chaos during Japanese bombing 83 years ago PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii (AP) — The bombing of Pearl Harbor 83 years ago launched the United States into World War II. Two survivors are planning to return to the Hawaii military base on Saturday for a remembrance ceremony on the attack's anniversary. They are each over 100 years old. They will join active-duty troops, veterans and members of the public for a remembrance ceremony hosted by the Navy and the National Park Service. A third survivor was planning to join them but had to cancel due to health issues. The bombing killed more than 2,300 U.S. servicemen. An explosion destroys an apartment block in a Dutch city, killing at least 3 and injuring others THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — An explosion and fire has rocked a neighborhood in the Dutch city of The Hague, killing three people and injuring other people and destroying several apartments. The cause of the disaster is unclear. Emergency authorities said four people were rescued from the rubble and taken to the hospital. The mayor said rescuers were no longer looking for survivors but for eventual bodies, but could not specify how many people might still be unaccounted for. Residents of the northeastern neighborhood of Mariahoeve in The Hague heard a huge bang and screams before dawn. Dutch authorities have deployed a specialized urban search and rescue team to find victims. Do weighted blankets help you sleep better? Here's what to know NEW YORK (AP) — Weighted blankets are a popular choice to warm up in cold weather, but research on their effectiveness is limited. Such blankets come with extra heft in the form of glass beads, pellets or cotton. They're also more expensive than regular blankets. Scientists think the added pressure could calm the brain’s fight-or-flight response or signal the brain to produce what’s called the love hormone. There isn’t a ton of research on whether weighted blankets actually work, and the studies that do exist are on small groups. Experts say there’s no harm in giving them a try if you're willing to splurge.
Conor McGregor embarked on a social media rampage as he called rape accuser Nikita Hand a "vicious liar" after a civil jury found that the MMA fighter sexually assaulted his accuser in a Dublin hotel in 2018. The 36-year-old was found liable by a jury in the High Court in the Irish capital , as $259,002.55 was awarded to the complainant in the civil trial. The allegations were first made by Ms Hand in 2021, with the verdict eventually delivered after six hours and ten minutes of deliberation from the jury on Nov. 22. This followed an eight-day trial, during which the former UFC champion admitted he had consensual sex with Ms Hand, as well as taking cocaine with her. McGregor having since vowed to appeal against the decision , while it was determined by the jury that a second defendant, James Lawrence, was cleared of any wrongdoing after being accused of assault. Every word Conor McGregor's rape accuser said outside court after winning case Conor McGregor loses rape case as UFC star learns jury verdict McGregor has now taken to social media to give his view on the findings of the civil trial, as posted the following message on Twitter/X: "Justice was served for James Lawrence, yes! Deplorable what they done. Nikita Hand, vicious liar! APPEAL! "Two men falsely accused. One vindicated, the other soon to be! Congrats James Lawrence on absolute exoneration! Twice this heinous accusation was put to you and twice it was shown as FALSE! LIES! "It is absolutely disgraceful what they put you through here. Disgraceful! I look forward to seeing you further vindicate yourself and lambast those responsible in court! We know what happened that night! Everyone present knows, yet it was ignored. Every single statement of persons present on the night was ignored. And they all disputed Nikita’s LIES! "However James they did believe you but just in certain parts for some strange reason. And they apparently did not believe Danielle Kealy at all. Laughable! Also with the damages (60k and 188k, interesting choice of figures it seems they didn’t believe Nikita much either. How could they, her original story was she was gang raped by security and chased from the hotel on foot. "Absolute nonsense. How these lies were accepted, I will never know. A court of feeling and opinion, brainwashed in to people via the mainstream media. Not of fact! The reporting in court a laughing stock to everyone present. As clear as day bias. This is not a court of hard evidence and truth." DON'T MISS: UFC president Dana White makes Donald Trump U-turn after election victory Jon Jones handed suspension after brutal ending to UFC 309 fight Dave Portnoy takes aim at Zach Bryan after UFC star gets caught up in feud He added: "It is a kangaroo court of opinions and feelings. We are not done yet. Not by a long shot. No chance. On we fight! Justice and truth will prevail! Appeal! Appeal! Appeal! As well as other. Congrats James! Onwards and upwards!" Speaking after the conclusion of the civil trial, Ms Hand issued a statement as she expressed gratitude for the support she has received during proceedings. She said: "I would like to start off by saying I’m overwhelmed and touched by the support I have received from everybody.” “I want to thank all the women and men out there who have supported me throughout this trial. For every person who reached out to me – a card, a letter, an email, everything – it hasn’t gone unnoticed. Thank you, I really appreciate it so much. Ms Hand added: "I know this has impacted not only my life, my daughter’s, my family and friends tremendously. It’s something that I’ll never forget for the rest of my life. Now that justice has been served, I can now try and move on and look forward to the future with my family and friends and daughter."