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Shopping for sisters, nieces, girlfriends, wives, besties, and daughters this season? There are, quite literally, millions of options when it comes to gift-giving, and it can feel pretty overwhelming (especially if you’re not exactly sure what she’s into these days. Skincare? TikTok trends?). Because the holidays are all about rest, relaxation, and spending quality time with loved ones, we thought we’d make the whole process easier by sharing our top gift ideas for women. Now, you’ll get to spend less time wandering aimlessly through stores or scrolling through websites and more time doing the things that matter — like eating your weight in holiday cookies. We all need a little pick-me-up sometimes, but when you’re not around to give her the boost she needs, this handy little deck will be just the ticket. Each card features an illustration by a Canadian artist paired with a cheeky affirmation that never feels hokey or patronizing. Elevate her handbag game by gifting her this crescent number that’s perfectly sized for every occasion. Call it the Goldilocks of purses: small enough not to weigh her down but big enough to fit essentials when she’s out on the town. Loaded with cool features (like a special spout she can swing or sip from), this TikTok-fave bottle will keep her drinks icy-cold for up to 24 hours while being leakproof to boot. The cap even has a built-in straw, a locking mechanism, and a carrying loop. The Tasman slippers have been all the rage for the last few years, but these will get her ahead of the trend curve. They have a platform sole with a cute ‘n’ curly upper she’ll love when the temperatures drop. And though they’re great for wearing around the house, there are no rules that say she can’t style them with her favourite off-duty looks, too. She may not be much of a baker, but lighting one of these candles will fill her space with the smell of oven-baked treats (think Pistachio Croissants, Café, and Apricot Jam). Each one is limited-edition and comes packaged in a pretty box, so you won’t even have to wrap it — though you’ll score extra points if you do. Once she’s burned them all down, the fluted glass jars can be repurposed as storage or decoration. She may already have a pile of beloved lippies, but she’ll love adding these to her collection. The formula is specially designed to add volume while delivering serious gloss with stickiness, too, saving her from having to dislodge her hair the second she steps outdoors. In addition to the classic untinted option, she’ll get a pair of universally flattering shades. Zero-proof cocktails have been her new obsession this year, and these non-alcoholic spirits are just the ticket for cranking them up a notch. Seriously — each one is award-winning and can be mixed into all her favourite recipes, like espresso martinis, margaritas, and anything else she’s got a taste for. Give her a place to stash her most precious bling! It can hold up to eight rings (more or less, depending on their size) and features a weighted base to keep things upright. Real flowers will wither and fade, but these never will. say the process of putting it together is easier and more enjoyable than they thought (and it’s a great activity to help her disconnect during her time off). Each stem is assembled individually, so she can arrange and rearrange them whenever she wants. Personalized gifts just got an upgrade, thanks to this iced-out charm. She can slip it over her favourite chain, onto a charm bracelet, or even hook it onto hoop earrings if she’s feeling adventurous. Her dry and chapped lips won’t know what hit ’em when she slicks on one of these cushiony balms. Since she’ll get a trio, she’ll be able to choose between the classic untinted option or add a subtle wash of colour when she feels like getting fancy — all while taking advantage of their seriously hydrating and conditioning powers. It doesn’t get more iconic than this chunky cable knit sweater jacket. The textural knit, paired with the brand’s classic stripe detailing, makes this a piece she’ll treasure forever (and wear all year long). She’s always snapping pics, and now she’ll get to print hard copies of all her favourite memories. It’ll pair directly with her phone (easy breezy!) and print crystal-clear images with sticky backings so she can pop it onto her laptop, phone, or other accessories. Thankfully, there’s no ink to refill, either — just make sure she’s stocked up on photo paper! Plus, it’s small enough to bring along on trips and nights out. This bergamot and black tea-scented candle will only deepen the obsession of any gal who can’t get enough of Montreal-based Mandy’s iconic salads. The fragrance is meant to evoke deep feelings of relaxation (which we’re pretty sure she could use right about now) and promises to fill her space with spa-like vibes in the process. There’s a reason all the it girls on their social media feeds are wearing these frames. love that they don’t need to fork over designer dollars to get the designer look (translation: no need to blow your gift budget to treat your pal to stylish eyewear). They’re sturdy and solid, so your jet-setting pal will be able to safely bring them along on all their travels. Give her an excuse for self-care, starting with this set. It comes with a decadent hand wash, body cleanser, and a tube of aromatic hand balm that’ll treat her to aromatherapy (and protect her hands during harsh weather). Unless she’s been offline for the last year, she’s probably seen this funny-looking phone mount all over social media. For good reason, too: it’s not just adorable but also fantastically practical. say it sticks to mirrors, tables, and other smooth surfaces, which translates to hands-free filming and video-watching. The bottle may be eye-catching, but it’s what’s inside that’s causing major commotion. It’s the brand’s first fragrance, with notes of bergamot, jasmine, and musk that reviewers call the perfect blend of light, fresh, and cozy. Obviously, every scent dries down differently on different people (thank you, body chemistry), but if you’re looking for a sophisticated fragrance gift, this is a great one to start with. Stars like Jessica Alba (not to mention tons of #beautytok influencers) are obsessed with these hydrogel masks that promise to tackle things like puffiness, dark circles, fine lines, and dryness — and tackle them they do. Unlike other brands’ eye masks, these are extra juicy, delivering of hydration in just a few minutes. find them soothing and say they make their peepers look more awake in a flash. Sure, they’re softer than a cloud and will keep her hands warm this winter — but what makes these a standout is their texting-friendly tips that’ll save her from exposing her digits when she wants to respond to a message, answer a phone call, or call an Uber. It doesn’t hurt that they come in mocha mousse, Pantone’s colour of the year😎. Aromatherapy is nice and all, but when she needs a hard-hitting hydration hero, this is the formula to try. This rich cream is full of conditioning ingredients, like shea butter, glycerin, and squalane that are clinically proven to moisturize, protect, and even soothe irritation. Since this one’s fragrance-free, she can even slather it onto irritated skin when she’s looking for extra repairing action. A touch of romance and whimsy is never out of place around the holidays, and this decorative vase delivers it in spades. She can use it for kitchen utensils, makeup brushes, flowers, or just about any other knickknacks she wants to organize. It has everything she loves about the brand’s iconic bag, now in a smaller package that’s ready to be filled with all her favourite products. Thanks to its petite size, she won’t have any trouble tucking it into her everyday dote, but it’s so darn cute (not to mention it comes in an on-trend hue) that we wouldn’t blame her for using it as a clutch, too. Popping one of these pods into the shower while she’s lathering up will fill her space with soothing scents and set the mood for the rest of the day. were surprised by their potency and added that the smell lasted for after they stepped out of the shower. Her wrists deserve to be free of clunky wearables, but if she’s reluctant to forgo the fancy (and helpful!) aspects of wearable tech and fitness trackers, she’ll probably love that this sleek ring option can actually keep tabs on all the same metrics, like stress and heart rate. One of its coolest features is its dynamic approach to activity levels. Goals are set according to her day, which means it takes into account times when she’s feeling low energy or extra stressed — and doesn’t hold it against her. The fashionista on your list wouldn’t dare be caught in a basic chapeau — and this fluffy number is anything but. The bucket style may be majorly on-trend, but it’s the faux fur she’ll be extra thankful for when temperatures hit sub-zero. In addition to an ultra-quiet diffuser, she’ll get a wild mint and eucalyptus diffuser oil to help her find peace during a chaotic holiday season (reviewers say it smells like a spa🧖♀️). 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Why Miami’s Pop-Tarts Bowl appearance is important even after missing College Football PlayoffLess than a month after winning the World Series, the Los Angeles Dodgers are spending big again to add one of baseball's best pitchers to their star-studded roster. Blake Snell and the Dodgers agreed to a $182 million, five-year contract, according to a person with direct knowledge of the negotiations. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Tuesday night because the deal is subject to a successful physical. The two-time Cy Young Award winner broke the news personally by posting a photo of himself on social media in a Dodgers uniform — No. 7. Snell gets a $52 million signing bonus, payable on Jan. 20, and annual salaries of $26 million, of which $13 million each year will be deferred. Because Snell is a Washington state resident, the signing bonus will not be subject to California income tax. Snell would join two-way star Shohei Ohtani and fellow Japanese right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto atop Los Angeles' rotation, giving the Dodgers the first megadeal this offseason following Ohtani's $700 million, 10-year contract and Yamamoto's $325 million, 12-year agreement last offseason. Ohtani didn't pitch this year while recovering from right elbow surgery but is expected back on the mound in 2025. He won his third MVP award — first in the National League — following a huge season at the plate exclusively as a designated hitter. Yamamoto went 7-2 with a 3.00 ERA in 18 starts as a rookie, then won twice in four October outings. Down to three healthy starting pitchers during the postseason, Los Angeles overcame a string of injuries to its projected rotation in winning the franchise's second World Series title in five years. Right-handers Jack Flaherty and Walker Buehler then became free agents this fall, creating more voids on the staff. But the addition of Snell would fill a large one at the top with a legitimate ace. Snell's $36.4 million average salary would rank as the fifth-highest among active deals next year behind Ohtani ($70 million), Philadelphia pitcher Zack Wheeler ($42 million), New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge ($40 million) and Texas pitcher Jacob deGrom ($37 million). Among expired contracts, it also was exceeded by pitchers Max Scherzer and Justin Verlander (both $43.33 million) under deals they agreed to with the New York Mets. ESPN first reported the details of Snell's contract. Earlier this month, Snell opted out of his deal with San Francisco to become a free agent for the second consecutive offseason after he was slowed by injuries during his lone year with the Giants. The left-hander agreed in March to a $62 million, two-year contract that included a $17 million signing bonus payable on Jan. 15, 2026, a $15 million salary for 2024 and a $30 million salary for 2025, of which $15 million would have been deferred and payable on July 1, 2027. Snell, who turns 32 next week, went 5-3 with a 3.12 ERA in 20 starts this year, throwing a no-hitter at Cincinnati on Aug. 2 for one of only 16 individual shutouts in the major leagues this season. He struck out 145 and walked 44 in 104 innings. He was sidelined between April 19 and May 22 by a strained left adductor and between June 2 and July 9 by a strained left groin. Snell won Cy Young Awards in 2018 with Tampa Bay and 2023 with San Diego. He is 76-58 with a 3.19 ERA in nine seasons with the Rays (2016-20), Padres (2021-23) and Giants. Because he turned down a qualifying offer from San Diego last November, the Giants were not eligible to give Snell another one and won’t receive draft-pick compensation. Los Angeles expects All-Star right-hander Tyler Glasnow and three-time Cy Young Award winner Clayton Kershaw back in the rotation next year. Other starting candidates if healthy include right-handers Dustin May, Tony Gonsolin and Bobby Miller. Ohtani is coming off right elbow surgery in September 2023 and left shoulder surgery on Nov. 5. Glasnow didn’t pitch after Aug. 11 because of right elbow tendinitis. Kershaw, who turns 37 in March, had foot and knee surgeries on Nov. 7. He declined a $10 million player option in favor of free agency, but is expected to return to Los Angeles. May is coming back from Tommy John surgery in July 2023 and from an operation this past July to repair a tear in his esophagus. Gonsolin spent 2024 rehabbing from Tommy John surgery. Miller, an 11-game winner as a rookie in 2023, was sidelined early this season by shoulder inflammation. He struggled to a 2-4 record with an 8.52 ERA in 13 big league starts and ended the regular season in the minors. Yamamoto was sidelined by right triceps tightness between June 15 and Sept. 10, then returned and went 2-0 with a 3.86 ERA in four postseason starts.
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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec 12, 2024-- Goldman Sachs Asset Management, the investment adviser for the Goldman Sachs Bloomberg Clean Energy Equity ETF, Goldman Sachs North American Pipelines & Power Equity ETF and Goldman Sachs Future Real Estate and Infrastructure Equity ETF (each, a “Fund” and collectively, the “Funds”), announced today that the Funds’ Board of Trustees, at the recommendation of Goldman Sachs Asset Management, has approved a plan of liquidation for each Fund (collectively, the “Plans”). Under the Plans, which are effective today, the Funds will begin the process of liquidating portfolio assets and unwinding their affairs in an orderly fashion over time. The Plans are not subject to shareholder approval. Shareholders of the Funds may sell their shares on the Fund’s listing exchange, Cboe BZX Exchange, Inc. (“Cboe”) for the Goldman Sachs Bloomberg Clean Energy Equity ETF and Goldman Sachs North American Pipelines & Power Equity ETF or NYSE Arca, Inc. (“NYSE Arca”) for the Goldman Sachs Future Real Estate and Infrastructure Equity ETF until market close on January 10, 2025, and may incur transaction fees from their broker-dealer. The Funds’ shares will no longer trade on Cboe or NYSE Arca, as applicable, after market close on January 10, 2025, and the shares will subsequently be de-listed. Shareholders who continue to hold shares of a Fund on the Funds’ liquidation date, which is expected to be on or about January 17, 2025, will receive a liquidating distribution of cash in the cash portion of their brokerage accounts equal to the amount of the net asset value of their shares. For tax purposes, shareholders will generally recognize a capital gain or loss equal to the amount received for their shares over their adjusted basis in such shares. The Funds will stop accepting creation orders from Authorized Participants on January 10, 2025. 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The Goldman Sachs Bloomberg Clean Energy Equity ETF (the “Fund”) seeks to provide investment results that closely correspond, before fees and expenses, to the performance of the Bloomberg Goldman Sachs Global Clean Energy Index (the “Index”), which delivers exposure to companies that are expected to have a significant impact on energy decarbonization through their exposure to clean energy. The Fund’s investments are subject to market risk , which means that the value of the securities in which it invests may go up or down in response to the prospects of individual companies, particular sectors or governments and/or general economic conditions. Foreign and emerging markets investments may be more volatile and less liquid than investments in U.S. securities and are subject to the risks of currency fluctuations and adverse social, economic or political developments. Because the Fund may have significant investments in the clean energy sector , the Fund is subject to risk of loss as a result of adverse economic, business or other developments affecting industries within that sector. The securities of mid- and small-capitalization companies involve greater risks than those associated with larger, more established companies and may be subject to more abrupt or erratic price movements. The Fund is not actively managed, and therefore the Fund will not generally dispose of a security unless the security is removed from the Index. The Index calculation methodology may rely on information based on assumptions and estimates and neither the Fund, the index provider nor the investment adviser can guarantee the accuracy of the methodology’s valuation of securities or the availability or timeliness of the production of the Index. Performance may vary substantially from the performance of the Index as a result of transaction costs, expenses and other factors. The Goldman Sachs North American Pipelines & Power Equity ETF (the “Fund”) seeks to provide investment results that closely correspond, before fees and expenses, to the performance of the Solactive Energy Infrastructure Enhanced Index (the “Index”), which is designed to deliver exposure to equity securities of U.S. and Canadian listed companies including companies structured as master limited partnerships (“MLPs”), operating in the pipelines and power universe. The Fund’s investments are subject to market risk , which means that the value of the securities in which it invests may go up or down in response to the prospects of individual companies, particular sectors or governments and/or general economic conditions. Foreign investments may be more volatile and less liquid than investments in U.S. securities and are subject to the risks of currency fluctuations and adverse economic, social or political developments, including sanctions, counter-sanctions and other retaliatory actions. Investments in MLPs are subject to certain additional risks, including risks related to limited control and limited rights to vote on matters affecting MLPs, potential conflicts of interest, cash flow risks, dilution risks, limited liquidity , risks related to the general partner’s right to force sales at undesirable times or prices, interest rate sensitivity and for MLPs with smaller capitalizations, lower trading volume and abrupt or erratic price movements. MLPs are also subject to risks relating to their complex tax structure , including the risk that an MLP could lose its tax status as a partnership, resulting in a reduction in the value of the Fund’s investment in the MLP and lower income to the Fund. MLPs are also subject to the risk that to the extent that a distribution received from an MLP is treated as a return of capital, the Fund’s adjusted tax basis in the MLP interests may be reduced, which may increase the Fund’s tax liability upon the sale of the MLP interests or upon subsequent distributions in respect of such interests. Many MLPs in which the Fund invests operate facilities within the energy sector and are also subject to risks affecting that sector . Because the Index currently concentrates its investments in the energy sector , the Fund is subject to greater risk of loss as a result of adverse economic, business or other developments affecting that industry or group of industries. The Fund is not actively managed , and therefore the Fund will not generally dispose of a security unless the security is removed from the Index. The Index calculation methodology may rely on information based on assumptions and estimates and neither the Fund, the index provider nor the investment adviser can guarantee the accuracy of the methodology’s valuation of securities or the availability or timeliness of the production of the Index. Performance may vary substantially from the performance of the Index as a result of transaction costs, expenses and other factors. The Fund is non-diversified and may invest a larger percentage of its assets in fewer issuers than “diversified” funds. Accordingly, the Fund may be more susceptible to adverse developments affecting any single issuer held in its portfolio and to greater losses resulting from these developments. The Goldman Sachs Future Real Estate and Infrastructure Equity ETF (the “Fund”) seeks long-term growth of capital. The Fund is an actively managed exchange-traded fund. The Fund pursues its investment objective by primarily investing in U.S. and non-U.S. real estate and infrastructure companies that the Investment Adviser believes are aligned with key themes associated with secular growth drivers for real estate and infrastructure assets. The Fund’s investments are subject to market risk , which means that the value of the securities in which it invests may go up or down in response to the prospects of individual companies, particular sectors or governments and/or general economic conditions. The Fund’s thematic investment strategy limits the universe of investment opportunities available to the Fund and may affect the Fund’s performance relative to similar funds that do not seek to invest in companies exposed to such themes. The Fund relies on the Investment Adviser for the identification of companies the Investment Adviser believes are aligned with key themes associated with secular growth drivers for real estate and infrastructure assets, and there is no guarantee that the Investment Adviser’s views will reflect the beliefs or values of any particular investor or that real estate and infrastructure companies in which the Fund invests will benefit from their associations with secular growth drivers for real estate and infrastructure assets. Different investment styles (e.g., “growth” and “value”) tend to shift in and out of favor, and at times the Fund may underperform other funds that invest in similar asset classes. Because the Fund concentrates its investments in certain specific industries, the Fund is subject to greater risk of loss as a result of adverse economic, business or other developments affecting those industries than if its investments were more diversified across different industries . 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LONDON (AP) — West Ham players showed their support for seriously injured teammate Michail Antonio before and during their Premier League home win against Wolverhampton on Monday, two days after his car crash. The players warmed up in “Antonio 9” jerseys and walked on to the field in tops adorning his name. The club will put the walk-out tops up for auction along with every match jersey worn against Wolves, with the proceeds going to medical charities and matched by the club’s board. West Ham fans stood in London Stadium and applauded for Antonio in the ninth, and when captain Jarrod Bowen scored the 2-1 winner in the second half, he approached supporters behind the goal carrying an Antonio jersey. “To share that moment, he's not here with us but I'm sure (Antonio) was watching and the fans, you heard them,” Bowen told broadcaster Sky Sports. “An emotional couple of days.” Before the game, Bowen said, “Everyone loves Mic, he is a big character. “He is not just a teammate, he is a friend and has been for many years. A dad as well to beautiful children. It is one of those things where life is bigger than football. The main thing is Mic is safe and well and here to tell the story. Saturday was a really difficult time. He is a warrior and a fighter, he always has been, and I know he will be back stronger for this." Antonio, a 34-year-old Jamaica international, was recovering in hospital after undergoing surgery on what West Ham described as a “lower limb fracture.” He was involved in a one-car incident outside London on Saturday, after which he was hospitalized and kept under close supervision. He wished the team well by video before the match. Antonio has made more than 300 appearances for West Ham since joining the club from Nottingham Forest in 2015, and played in all 14 games this season before the incident. ___ AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccer The Associated Press
( MENAFN - GetNews) In today's fast-evolving blockchain landscape, TON (The Open Network) has emerged as a key player in the global ecosystem. With its high-performance technical architecture, extensive use cases, and close integration with global messaging giant Telegram, TON is reshaping the Web3 narrative and delivering a new decentralized revolution to users worldwide. TON Ecosystem: Technical Innovations and Advantages The TON ecosystem's rapid rise stems from its unique and innovative technical foundation: Sharding Architecture: TON employs a three-layer sharding structure (Masterchain, Workchain, Shardchain), delivering high scalability and ultra-fast transaction speeds, capable of processing millions of transactions per second to meet future growth. Infinite Network Expansion: With independent Workchains and dynamic sharding, TON supports unlimited applications and users, addressing the scalability challenges seen in other blockchains. 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