Devan Kaney is taking over as the Eagles sideline reporter for SportsRadio 94WIP following the departure of longtime host and sideline reporter Howard Eskin, the station announced Sunday. WIP shared the news on the Eagles pregame show and on social media , adding that Kaney will take on the role for the remainder of the Eagles season including playoffs. She joins the broadcast alongside Merrill Reese and Mike Quick. MORE: Howard Eskin leaves SportsRadio 94WIP after 38 years Kaney joined WIP in 2022 and has been part of the Morning Show with Joe DeCamara and Jon Ritchie. She is also a weekend sports anchor for FOX29, a betting analyst for the BetQL Network and an in-arena host for the Philadelphia Flyers. She previously worked as a sideline reporter for ESPN, the Philadelphia Wings and NBC Sports. "Beyond excited and grateful for the opportunity to cover the Eagles sideline," Kaney wrote on X (formerly Twitter) ahead of the Eagles' home game Sunday against the Dallas Cowboys. As heard on the Eagles pregame show, Devan Kaney will be the Eagles sideline reporter for the remainder of the season (including playoffs). Let’s wish Devan well on her first outing with the Eagles Radio Network! #FlyEaglesFly pic.twitter.com/Zu7hIfMCGg Eskin, who had long been dubbed "the king" of Philadelphia sports talk, announced on Dec. 20 that he was leaving WIP after being with the station for 38 years. Eskin had a Saturday morning radio show and continued his decades-long sideline coverage on radio broadcasts of Eagles games. In his announcement about his departure, Eskin gave no indication that he plans to retire and said he is still contemplating his next career move. In a statement, WIP station owner Audacy confirmed that Eskin and the company had "parted ways." No details were shared about the sudden circumstances of his exit. In July, Eskin became embroiled in controversy when allegations surfaced that he gave an "unwelcome kiss" to a woman in a club section at Citizens Bank Park in May. The Phillies banned Eskin from the ballpark for the remainder of the 2024 season and he also was absent from his Saturday radio show for several weeks before returning to the WIP airwaves in late July. An Audacy spokesperson declined to comment on whether Eskin's WIP departure this month had any connection to what happened earlier in the year. Eskin's son, Spike Eskin, remains the program director at WIP and hosts the station's afternoon show on weekdays at 2 p.m. Follow Franki & PhillyVoice on Twitter: @wordsbyfranki | @thePhillyVoice Like us on Facebook: PhillyVoice Have a news tip ? Let us know.Jimmy Carter, the 39th US president, has died at 100
BERLIN (AP) — Tech entrepreneur Elon Musk caused uproar after backing Germany’s far-right party in a major newspaper ahead of key parliamentary elections in the Western European country, leading to the resignation of the paper’s opinion editor in protest. Germany is to vote in an early election on Feb. 23 after Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s three-party governing coalition collapsed last month in a dispute over how to revitalize the country’s stagnant economy. Musk's guest opinion piece for Welt am Sonntag —a sister publication of POLITICO owned by the Axel Springer Group — published in German over the weekend, was the second time this month he supported the Alternative for Germany, or AfD. “The Alternative for Germany (AfD) is the last spark of hope for this country," Musk wrote in his translated commentary. He went on to say the far-right party “can lead the country into a future where economic prosperity, cultural integrity and technological innovation are not just wishes, but reality.” The Tesla Motors CEO also wrote that his investment in Germany gave him the right to comment on the country's condition. The AfD is polling strongly, but its candidate for the top job, Alice Weidel , has no realistic chance of becoming chancellor because other parties refuse to work with the far-right party. An ally of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, the technology billionaire challenged in his opinion piece the party's public image. “The portrayal of the AfD as right-wing extremist is clearly false, considering that Alice Weidel, the party’s leader, has a same-sex partner from Sri Lanka! Does that sound like Hitler to you? Please!” Musk’s commentary has led to a debate in German media over the boundaries of free speech, with the paper's own opinion editor announcing her resignation, pointedly on Musk's social media platform, X. “I always enjoyed leading the opinion section of WELT and WAMS. Today an article by Elon Musk appeared in Welt am Sonntag. I handed in my resignation yesterday after it went to print," Eva Marie Kogel wrote. A critical article by the future editor-in-chief of the Welt group, Jan Philipp Burgard, accompanied Musk’s opinion piece. “Musk’s diagnosis is correct, but his therapeutic approach, that only the AfD can save Germany, is fatally wrong,” Burgard wrote. Responding to a request for comment from the German Press Agency, dpa, the current editor-in-chief of the Welt group, Ulf Poschardt, and Burgard — who is due to take over on Jan. 1 — said in a joint statement that the discussion over Musk's piece was "very insightful. Democracy and journalism thrive on freedom of expression.” “This will continue to determine the compass of the “world” in the future. We will develop “Die Welt” even more decisively as a forum for such debates,” they wrote to dpa.
Nigerian Pastor Lady Apostle Helen Ukpabio's daughter, Imaobong Elijah Ukpabio, has issued a legal threat to X user for alleged defamation Emoseh Khamofu, popularly known as "Bloody Civilian", alleged that Lady Ukpabio was involved in child witch killings In a legal document, the cleric's family are demanding N200 billion in damages from Khamofu, or he should withdraw the statement CHECK OUT: Learn at Your Own Pace! Our Flexible Online Course allows you to fit copywriting skills development around your busy schedule. Enroll Now! Imaobong Elijah Ukpabio, daughter of renowned pastor Lady Apostle Helen Ukpabio, has announced her intention to take legal action against social media user Emoseh Khamofu, popularly known as "Bloody Civilian." The controversy began after Emoseh made serious allegations against Lady Ukpabio on X (formerly Twitter), accusing her of involvement in child witch killings. Imaobong Ukpabio demanded that Emoseh retract her statements, calling them damaging and false. However, Emoseh refused to back down, replying sarcastically to the demand. Lady Ukpabio's legal team has since issued a formal letter to Emoseh, stating that her tweets have caused harm to their client's image. The letter dismissed Emoseh's claims as baseless and stated that they were made with the intent to ridicule and injure Lady Ukpabio. Read also Singer Bloody Civilian breaks the net with disturbing allegation against Pastor Helen Ukpabio Lawyer lists damages caused by X user on pastor The legal team noted that Emoseh's statements have caused significant damage to Lady Ukpabio's reputation, lowering her image and status in the estimation of right-thinking Nigerians and foreigners. The team outlined a series of demands for Emoseh to meet, including a formal apology , publication of the apology in at least 10 Nigerian newspapers and international media outlets, and posting the apology across Emoseh's social media platforms. Additionally, the legal team is seeking damages of N200 billion for the "emotional and reputational harm" caused by the tweets. The letter also referenced findings from the Nigeria Police Force and the Department of State Security, which cleared Lady Ukpabio of allegations related to child witch accusations, torture, and stigmatization. The controversy has sparked a heated debate on social media, with many users weighing in on the issue. While some have expressed support for Lady Ukpabio, others have criticized her and her team for their response to the allegations. The outcome of the legal action remains to be seen, but it is clear that the controversy has already had a significant impact on Lady Ukpabio's reputation. Read also Obasanjo identifies "great monster" still battling Nigeria PAY ATTENTION : Standing out in social media world? Easy! "Mastering Storytelling for Social Media" workshop by Legit.ng. Join Us Live! Source: Legit.ngLAS VEGAS (AP) — A team that previously boycotted at least one match against the San Jose State women's volleyball program will again be faced with the decision whether to play the school , this time in the Mountain West Conference semifinals with a shot at the NCAA Tournament on the line. Five schools forfeited matches in the regular season against San Jose State, which carried a No. 2 seed into the conference tournament in Las Vegas. Among those schools: No. 3 Utah State and No. 6 Boise State, who will face off Wednesday with the winner scheduled to play the Spartans in the semifinals on Friday. Wyoming, Nevada and Southern Utah — which is not a Mountain West member — also canceled regular-season matches, all without explicitly saying why they were forfeiting. Nevada players cited fairness in women’s sports as a reason to boycott their match, while political figures from Wyoming, Idaho, Utah and Nevada suggested the cancellations center around protecting women’s sports. In a lawsuit filed against the NCAA , plaintiffs cited unspecified reports asserting there was a transgender player on the San Jose State volleyball team, even naming her. While some media have reported those and other details, neither San Jose State nor the forfeiting teams have confirmed the school has a trans women’s volleyball player. The Associated Press is withholding the player’s name because she has not publicly commented on her gender identity and through school officials has declined an interview request. A judge on Monday rejected a request made by nine current conference players to block the San Jose State player from competing in the tournament on grounds that she is transgender. That ruling was upheld Tuesday by an appeals court. “The team looks forward to starting Mountain West Conference tournament competition on Friday,” San Jose State said in a statement issued after the appeals court decision. “The university maintains an unwavering commitment to the participation, safety and privacy of all students at San Jose State and ensuring they are able to compete in an inclusive, fair and respectful environment.” Boise State did not immediately respond to a request for comment Tuesday. “Utah State is reviewing the court’s order," Doug Hoffman, Aggies associate athletic director for communications, said in an email. "Right now, our women’s volleyball program is focused on the game this Wednesday, and we’ll be cheering them on.” San Jose State, which had a first-round bye, would be sent directly to the conference title game if Utah State or Boise State were to forfeit again. If the Spartans make the title game, it's likely the opponent would not forfeit. They would face top-seeded Colorado State, No. 4 Fresno State or No. 5 San Diego State — all teams that played the Spartans this season. The conference champion receives an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament. AP college sports: https://apnews.com/hub/college-sports
VANCOUVER — Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem says the central bank is preparing for a future that looks more uncertain and more prone to shocks. In a speech to the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade, he said Monday structural changes are underway in the world including demographic shifts, technological changes, decarbonization and a move away from globalization. "We need to use the pandemic experience to prepare for future crises," Macklem said in a prepared text of his speech. To that end, Macklem says the Bank of Canada is working to learn what it can from how the economy reacted to the pandemic and in its aftermath. The Bank of Canada is conducting a review of the policy actions it took to restore financial stability and support the economy during the pandemic that it plans to publish along with an assessment of an independent panel of experts. Macklem said the spike in inflation in 2022 was a reminder that even though inflation was relatively low and stable for 30 years leading up to the pandemic, central banks cannot take public trust for granted. "All of a sudden, people couldn’t afford the things they need to live. And while inflation is low once again, many prices are still a lot higher than they were before the pandemic. So people feel ripped off. And that erodes public trust in our economic system," he said. The Bank of Canada has cut its key policy interest rate five times this year including last week when it reduced the benchmark by a half a percentage point to 3.25 per cent. Macklem says the bank will be evaluating the need for further reductions in the policy rate one decision at a time and anticipates a more gradual approach to monetary policy if the economy evolves as expected. Statistics Canada reported last month that the annual inflation rate was two per cent in Ontario, hitting the Bank of Canada's target. The speech by Macklem came ahead of the release of the November inflation report on Tuesday. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 16, 2024. The Canadian PressUS to require passenger vehicles to sound alarms if rear passengers don't fasten their seat belts
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Authored by Onkar Singh via CoinTelegraph.com, Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin gain value from factors like scarcity, utility and security, not physical backing. Common methods to calculate intrinsic worth of a cryptocurrency include Metcalfe’s Law, cost of production and discounted utility models. Estimating intrinsic value is challenging due to market volatility and speculative data. Fiat currencies have no intrinsic value, relying on trust, while cryptocurrencies’ value is based on decentralization and scarcity. Intrinsic value refers to the actual worth of an asset based on its fundamental characteristics, rather than its market price . For example, in traditional finance, the intrinsic value of a stock is often derived from factors such as earnings, cash flow and growth potential. In cryptocurrencies , it’s not so straightforward. Since crypto assets are not tied to physical entities or consistent income streams like dividends, assessing their intrinsic value involves a mix of factors — technological, economic and utility-driven. In simple terms, intrinsic value answers the question: What makes this cryptocurrency valuable beyond its price on an exchange? The intrinsic value of cryptocurrencies is derived from factors such as: Utility: What problems does cryptocurrency solve? Scarcity: Is the supply limited or inflationary ? Network value: How large and active is the ecosystem? Security: How resilient is the blockchain against attacks ? For example, Bitcoin’s BTC $106,649 intrinsic value lies in its fixed supply (21 million coins) , decentralized network and security powered by proof-of-work (PoW) mining . On the other hand, Ethereum derives much of its value from being the backbone of decentralized applications (DApps) and smart contracts . Did you know? A June 2024 report by Triple A reveals that global crypto ownership rose to 562 million, up from 420 million in 2023, covering 6.8% of the population, with Asia leading the growth. Let’s move beyond theory and explore three widely-used methods to estimate a cryptocurrency’s intrinsic value. Ethereum is a vast ecosystem of developers, DApps and DeFi projects . Its value is bolstered by thousands of developers actively building on its blockchain and millions of users engaging with its applications. Specifically, the number of daily active addresses can serve as a proxy for its “network size.” As of Dec. 13, 2024, according to YCharts, Ethereum’s daily active addresses stand at 543,929. Here’s how you can apply Metcalfe’s law: Network value = (543,929)2 = 296,086,104,841 or 296 billion units approx (a relative measure, not in USD). This shows how the network value grows exponentially with the number of users. If Ethereum’s daily active addresses increase, the network’s value increases at an even faster rate. Bitcoin’s intrinsic value is often anchored to its mining cost. BNB BNB $718.20 derives its intrinsic value from its role in the Binance ecosystem. BNB is used to pay transaction fees, participate in token sales and access staking rewards. According to YCharts, as of Dec. 14, the BNB Smart Chain processes about 3.795 million transactions per day. Analysts can calculate the discounted value of these transaction fees over time to estimate BNB’s intrinsic worth. Here’s how you can use the discounted utility model to estimate BNB’s intrinsic value: Assuming the average fee per transaction is $0.10, the daily transaction fees total: 3,795,000 × 0.10 = $379,500 or 0.3795 million per day This translates to an annual transaction fee of: 379,500 × 365 (non-leap year) = $138.52 million per year To calculate the intrinsic value of BNB over the next 10 years, you could apply a 10% discount rate. Using the discounted value formula below, the total discounted value of BNB’s expected transaction fees over 10 years is $851.13 million. Here are the discounted values for each year based on $138.52 million annual transaction fees, discounted at a 10% rate for 10 years (inputting values in the above formula): In the example above, the hypothetical scenario was used to demonstrate how discounted utility models could be applied to estimate the intrinsic value of BNB, assuming transaction fees were constant over time. However, real-world fees vary, and factors such as BNB discounts, account level and transaction types play a crucial role in determining the exact cost. Fiat currency, like the US dollar or the euro, does not have intrinsic value in the traditional sense. Unlike gold or silver, fiat money isn’t backed by a physical commodity. Its value is instead derived from factors like government decree, trust and its ability to serve as a medium of exchange. Even scholarly literature defines fiat money as “an intrinsically useless unbacked token.” You might be wondering how fiat currencies work. Let’s find out. Even without intrinsic value, fiat currency works because of: The debate over whether fiat or crypto has “real” value often highlights the following differences: To further understand the above distinction, let’s interpret it through the lens of the definitions provided in the Oxford Handbook of Value Theory (p.29), which defines intrinsic value as “what is valuable for its own sake, in itself, on its own, in its own right, as an end, or as such.” In contrast, extrinsic value is “what is valuable as a means, or for something else’s sake.” Based on the above definitions, fiat currencies have no intrinsic value; their worth comes from government backing and legal frameworks (extrinsic value). Bitcoin, however, possesses qualities that make it independently valuable through its scarcity (21 million cap), decentralization and utility as a trustless, peer-to-peer network . While fiat relies on centralized trust, Bitcoin’s value stems from its unique, self-sustained properties, sparking debate about its intrinsic worth. Did you know? The 2008 global financial crisis shattered trust in the traditional banking system. It exposed reckless lending practices, flawed regulations and the fragility of institutions once deemed “too big to fail.” This erosion of trust fueled the search for alternatives, eventually paving the way for Bitcoin’s creation in 2009 as a decentralized, trustless financial system. Understanding intrinsic value helps investors separate strong projects from speculative ones. During the 2017 ICO boom , thousands of tokens were launched with little to no intrinsic value. Many collapsed because they lacked the fundamental characteristics — utility, security or scarcity — to sustain long-term demand. By focusing on intrinsic value, you can make informed decisions and avoid falling for hype. For example, Bitcoin remains dominant because it demonstrates strong intrinsic value through scarcity, network effects and utility, while many other tokens fade away. Finally, the key to understanding the intrinsic value of crypto versus fiat lies in grasping the correct meaning of intrinsic versus extrinsic value and how it applies to each.
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Jimmy Carter, the 39th U.S. president who led the nation from 1977 to 1981, has died at the age of 100. The Carter Center announced Sunday that his father died at his home in Plains, Georgia, surrounded by family. His death comes about a year after his wife of 77 years, Rosalynn, passed away. The Carter Center will provide updates about ceremonies and activities to honor the life of President Carter as they become available here and soon on the official Carter Family Tribute Site ( https://t.co/Tg5UZt7kPV ). Read our statement: https://t.co/CNBUBpffPz — The Carter Center (@CarterCenter) December 29, 2024 Despite receiving hospice care at the time, he attended the memorials for Rosalynn while sitting in a wheelchair, covered by a blanket. He was also wheeled outside on Oct. 1 to watch a military flyover in celebration of his 100th birthday. The Carter Center said in February 2023 that the former president and his family decided he would no longer seek medical treatment following several short hospital stays for an undisclosed illness. Carter became the longest-living president in 2019, surpassing George H.W. Bush, who died at age 94 in 2018. Carter also had a long post-presidency, living 43 years following his White House departure. RELATED STORY: Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter: A love story for the ages Before becoming president Carter began his adult life in the military, getting a degree at the U.S. Naval Academy, and rose to the rank of lieutenant. He then studied reactor technology and nuclear physics at Union College and served as senior officer of the pre-commissioning crew on a nuclear submarine. Following the death of his father, Carter returned to Georgia to tend to his family's farm and related businesses. During this time, he became a community leader by serving on local boards. He used this experience to elevate him to his first elected office in 1962 in the Georgia Senate. After losing his first gubernatorial election in 1966, he won his second bid in 1970, becoming the state’s 76th governor. As a relative unknown nationally, Carter used the nation’s sour sentiment toward politics to win the Democratic nomination. He then bested sitting president Gerald Ford in November 1976 to win the presidency. Carter battles high inflation, energy crisis With the public eager for a change following the Watergate era, Carter took a more hands-on approach to governing. This, however, meant he became the public face of a number of issues facing the U.S. in the late 1970s, most notably America’s energy crisis. He signed the Department of Energy Organization Act, creating the first new cabinet role in government in over a decade. Carter advocated for alternative energy sources and even installed solar panels on the White House roof. During this time, the public rebuked attempts to ration energy. Amid rising energy costs, inflation soared nearly 9% annually during Carter's presidency. This led to a recession before the 1980 election. Carter also encountered the Iran Hostage Crisis in the final year of his presidency when 52 American citizens were captured. An attempt to rescue the Americans failed in April 1980, resulting in the death of eight service members. With compounding crises, Carter lost in a landslide to Ronald Reagan in 1980 as he could only win six states. Carter’s impact after leaving the White House Carter returned to Georgia and opened the Carter Center, which is focused on national and international issues of public policy – namely conflict resolution. Carter and the Center have been involved in a number of international disputes, including in Syria, Israel, Mali and Sudan. The group has also worked to independently monitor elections and prevent elections from becoming violent. Carter and his wife were the most visible advocates for Habitat for Humanity. The organization that helps build and restore homes for low- and middle-income families has benefited from the Carters’ passion for the organization. Habitat for Humanity estimates Carter has worked alongside 104,000 volunteers in 14 countries to build 4,390 houses. “Like other Habitat volunteers, I have learned that our greatest blessings come when we are able to improve the lives of others, and this is especially true when those others are desperately poor or in need,” Carter said in a Q&A on the Habitat for Humanity website. Carter also continued teaching Sunday school at Maranatha Baptist Church in his hometown well into his 90s. Attendees would line up for hours, coming from all parts of the U.S., to attend Carter’s classes. Carter is survived by his four children.New train similar to Green Line Express set to launch in JanRunner's World: Top RBs take flight when Ravens entertain Eagles
SMU has plenty to play for when it closes the regular season against California on Saturday afternoon in Dallas. The Mustangs (10-1, 7-0 Atlantic Coast Conference), who checked in at No. 9 in the latest College Football Playoff rankings on Tuesday, would like to send their seniors off the right way. They would also like to complete a perfect regular season before appearing in the ACC title game in their first year in the conference. Most importantly, they want to continue to strengthen their playoff case. "You've got the College Football Playoff, so every game matters. That's what's so cool about it now. The regular season is important," SMU coach Rhett Lashlee said. "We'd like to finish well in everything we do, particularly on Saturday, to finish off the regular season, continue our momentum into the following week. Hopefully, continue to show the committee and others that we're worthy of continuing to play this year." The Mustangs are a worthy playoff team to date. Kevin Jennings has established himself as one of the top quarterbacks in the country, throwing for 2,521 yards with 17 touchdowns and seven interceptions. He also has rushed for 315 yards and four TDs. Brashard Smith has been another standout, rushing for 1,089 yards and 13 TDs. Defensively, the Mustangs rank tied for 14th in the country with 20 takeaways. "Obviously they've had a phenomenal season," Cal coach Justin Wilcox said of SMU. "As soon as you turn the tape on, it doesn't take very long to see why their record is what it is. They're very, very good really in every phase of the game - extremely explosive and quick and fast. They've got a dominant D-line. We've got a lot of challenges in front of us and our guys are excited for that." Cal (6-5, 2-5) is coming off an emotional win, defeating rival Stanford 24-21 on Saturday to secure a bowl berth. The Golden Bears will appear in consecutive bowls for the first time since 2018-19 and are now looking to clinch their first winning season since 2019. SMU is not overlooking Cal, as all five of the Golden Bears' losses have come by one score. "You'd be hard-pressed to find a better 6-5 team in America," Lashlee said. "I think you can conservatively say they very, very easily could be 9-2." Cal is led by quarterback Fernando Mendoza, who has thrown for 3,004 yards with 16 touchdowns and six interceptions. Tight end Jack Endries leads the team with 555 yards receiving, while wide receiver Nyziah Hunter has caught a team-leading five touchdowns. Defensively, Cal has the ACC's top scoring defense (20.7 points per game) and is tied with Clemson for the ACC's best turnover margin (plus-13). Defensive back Nohl Williams is the star of the group -- he leads the country with seven interceptions. Even though oddsmakers are heavily favoring SMU, Cal is going into the game with a simple mindset. "Our task at hand is to make the best bowl game right now," Mendoza said. "And the way to do that is to go into Dallas, give it our best and ruin SMU's season." Saturday will mark the first conference meeting between these ACC newcomers, and just the second meeting between the programs all time. SMU won a 13-6 game back in 1957. --Field Level MediaMitsubishi Shokuhin Co., Ltd. ( OTCMKTS:MSHXF – Get Free Report ) was the recipient of a significant decline in short interest in December. As of December 15th, there was short interest totalling 2,900 shares, a decline of 21.6% from the November 30th total of 3,700 shares. Based on an average daily volume of 0 shares, the short-interest ratio is presently ∞ days. Mitsubishi Shokuhin Price Performance Shares of OTCMKTS MSHXF opened at C$32.40 on Friday. Mitsubishi Shokuhin has a 1 year low of C$32.24 and a 1 year high of C$37.95. The stock has a fifty day moving average price of C$32.84 and a two-hundred day moving average price of C$31.71. Mitsubishi Shokuhin Company Profile ( Get Free Report ) See Also Receive News & Ratings for Mitsubishi Shokuhin Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Mitsubishi Shokuhin and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .Federal court dismisses defamation lawsuit against Fox News for Jan. 6 conspiracy theory