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Thousands of revellers gathered on Copacabana beach for Rio de Janeiro's annual pride parade, many scantily dressed and covered in glitter. Rainbow-coloured flags, towels and fans abounded among the crowd mostly made up of young people who danced and sang along to music blaring from speakers. While the atmosphere was festive, some spoke of the threat of violence LGBTQ+ people face in Brazil. "As the sister of a trans woman, I'm scared to death," said Helen Karajá, a 32-year-old bisexual artist. At least 230 LGBTQ+ Brazilians were victims of violent deaths in 2023, according to the umbrella watchdog group Observatory of LGBTI+ deaths and violence in Brazil. And more trans people — 100 — were murdered in Brazil last year than in any other country, according to Transgender Europe, a network of global non-profits that tracks the data. To be sure, life for gay people is safer now than it used to be, said Carlos da Cunha, a 71-year-old hairdresser. "In the past, people had to go to ghettos to meet people, because you couldn't just be anywhere," said da Cunha. "Now, we can walk down the street without being attacked, without being insulted or humiliated." One of the themes of this year's pride march was sustainability. "Environmental justice will only be possible with racial and social justice, gender equality and sexual diversity" read one banner attached to a truck. Brazil has faced a series of environmental catastrophes this year, including record drought in the Amazon rainforest, floods in the southern Rio Grande do Sul state, and wildfires across the country. "If we can't respect the environment, how can we respect others?" said Alexia Soutinho, a 23-year-old student who identifies as pansexual.Global Areca Plates Market Expansion Continues: Insights into USD 658.1 Mn Forecast - 2023-2031 12-27-2024 04:54 PM CET | Advertising, Media Consulting, Marketing Research Press release from: Transparency Market Research Areca Plates Market The global Areca Plates Market is poised for significant growth in the coming years, with market valuation projected to surge from USD 414.3 million in 2022 to surpass USD 658.1 million by 2031, registering a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.4% during the forecast period from 2023 to 2031. This robust growth trajectory underscores the increasing demand for eco-friendly, sustainable alternatives to conventional disposable tableware across the globe. Market Overview: Areca plates, made from fallen areca palm leaves, offer an environmentally friendly solution for disposable tableware. They are biodegradable, compostable, and free from chemicals, making them an attractive choice for consumers and businesses seeking sustainable alternatives to plastic or paper-based products. The global Areca Plates Market is experiencing a surge in adoption, driven by the rising emphasis on sustainability and environmental responsibility among consumers, businesses, and governments. Furthermore, advancements in production techniques are enhancing the affordability and availability of areca plates, further fueling market expansion. Preview essential insights and takeaways from our Report in this sample - https://www.transparencymarketresearch.com/sample/sample.php?flag=S&rep_id=79282 Competitive Landscape The global Areca Plates Market is highly competitive, with key players focusing on product innovation, sustainability initiatives, and strategic collaborations. Prominent companies in the market include: Leef Blattwerk GmbH, Magnus Eco Concepts Private Limited, Vegware Ltd., Papstar GmbH, Deepam Ecogreen, Solia USA, Prakritii International Private Limited, Earthens, Eco Plam Leaf These companies are actively expanding their product portfolios and geographical reach to strengthen their market position. Key Market Drivers Growing Consumer Preference for Eco-Friendly Products As awareness of plastic pollution and environmental degradation rises, consumers are actively seeking sustainable products. Areca plates, with their natural composition and zero-waste production process, are becoming a preferred choice in both household and commercial settings. Government Regulations and Initiatives Governments worldwide are implementing stringent regulations to curb single-use plastics, creating a conducive environment for the growth of biodegradable tableware solutions like areca plates. Incentives and subsidies for eco-friendly product manufacturers are also contributing to the market's growth. Expanding Food Service Industry The food service industry, including catering, restaurants, and event management, is adopting areca plates to align with sustainability goals and appeal to environmentally conscious customers. Market Trends •Customization: Increasing demand for personalized and aesthetically pleasing designs to cater to premium events and gatherings. •Technological Advancements: Innovations in production processes to enhance durability and reduce costs. •E-commerce Growth: Online platforms are emerging as key distribution channels, offering greater accessibility to consumers worldwide. Market Challenges and Opportunities While the Areca Plates Market presents significant growth opportunities, challenges such as the availability of raw materials and competition from other biodegradable tableware options persist. However, technological advancements in production and increasing investment in supply chain efficiency are expected to mitigate these issues. Additionally, expanding consumer awareness and growing partnerships between manufacturers and food service providers present lucrative opportunities for market players to tap into unexplored regions and demographics. Explore our report to uncover in-depth insights - https://www.transparencymarketresearch.com/areca-plates-market.html Regional Analysis The Areca Plates Market is witnessing robust growth across multiple regions: •Asia Pacific: The largest market for areca plates, driven by abundant availability of areca palm leaves, cost-effective manufacturing, and growing domestic and international demand. Countries such as India are key contributors due to their traditional use of areca products. •North America and Europe: Rising consumer awareness about sustainability and strict government regulations on single-use plastics are propelling market growth in these regions. •Middle East and Africa: Emerging markets with significant potential due to increasing awareness of eco-friendly alternatives. Market Segmentation Plate Size •Less than 8 inches •8 inches to 12 inches •More than 12 inches Application •Fruits & Vegetables •Processed Food •Ready-to-eat Meals •Other food products Sales Channel •Indirect Sales •Departmental & Discount Stores •Hypermarket/Supermarket •Specialty Stores •Online Sales •Direct Sales Future Outlook As global efforts toward sustainability intensify, the Areca Plates Market is expected to witness sustained growth. Increased investment in research and development, coupled with growing consumer awareness, will drive innovation and adoption. 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‘They’ve done everything right’: Matt Rhule takes stock of Nebraska football’s week in NYCIn today’s newsletter, we choose the twenty-four best books of the year. But, first, a report on the new business of breakups. Plus: E. Tammy Kim on an almost-coup in South Korea How the Syrian opposition shocked the Assad regime Lucy Grealy’s memoir of being seen Jennifer Wilson Staff writer Earlier this summer, I had to report to my friends that the new guy I’d just been telling them about over dinner, so starry-eyed I barely touched my food, had texted me to say he just wanted to be friends. I had anticipated that the usual platitudes would roll in: “you’re too good for him,” “his loss,” “does he have a car we can key?” But one friend surprised me by asking whether I had a “breakup plan.” You mean, other than to wallow and eat carbs? No, I did not. I searched the phrase online, and found something on Etsy that looked like it was modelled on a birthing plan—except, instead of “I may want a walking epidural,” among the options to numb the pain was “start a side hustle.” The breakup plan also advised against “stalking” your ex’s “socials,” so I stopped doing that, and I started to look deeper into this new-to-me world of breaking up better. It was populated by coaches and doulas for the recently dumped, and its landscape was dotted with heartbreak-themed spa vacations (one offered an exfoliating treatment meant to symbolize the “scrubbing away of the past”). I had fallen down a rabbit hole, or should I say a k-hole: I discovered a clinic with locations in the Midwest advertising ketamine-assisted breakup therapy and some other unnerving—literally—interventions to curtail the hurt. I was a bit freaked out. When you’re heartbroken, it feels like you’ll do anything, pay anything, to make it go away or, however improbably, to bring the person back. And now here was this burgeoning industry of pricey get-over-him getaways and move-on medicines. I wanted to find out whether there were any actual remedies in this heartbreak boomtown or if it was all just fool’s gold. For a piece in this week’s issue , I attended a three-day “Healing from Heartbreak” workshop at Kripalu, in the Berkshires. I spent time in London with a psychologist who runs retreats at a “Heartbreak Hotel,” staffed by experts in treating P.T.S.D. I even flew to Berlin for a one-on-one session with the owner of Die Liebeskümmerer, the Heartbreak Agency, an institution that inspired a recent film of the same name featuring a freshly dumped journalist who skeptically attends a heartbreak retreat and comes out a romantic. Would life imitate art? Read or listen to the story » In the News The Supreme Court is hearing arguments today in a trans-rights case challenging a Tennessee law that bans gender-affirming care for minors. Chase Strangio, an attorney at the A.C.L.U., is the case’s lead lawyer and will be the first openly trans person to argue in front of the Supreme Court. “As a trans lawyer, Strangio works as a representative in every sense of the word,” M. Gessen wrote in a 2020 piece about the attorney, “in court, in the media, and sometimes in state legislatures, for his clients, for the trans community, and for himself.” The Best Books of 2024 A Coup, Almost, in South Korea How the Syrian Opposition Shocked the Assad Regime Lucy Grealy Understood What It Meant to Be Seen Speaking Irish with Kneecap Daily Cartoon Link copied Play today’s beginner-friendly puzzle. A clue: Chess pieces that start in the four corners of the board. Five letters. P.S. The Forbes 30 Under 30 lists came out yesterday, filled with accomplished young people. But what about those less aspirational among us? Bess Kalb offers a humorous list of the 30 Most Disappointing Under 30—including Joanna Feldman, twenty-two, who “misquoted E. E. Cummings in her rib-cage tattoo,” and Victor Chen, twenty-eight, who “used an app to hire a person to pick up and deliver a Chipotle burrito to him every night for twenty-two consecutive nights.” 🌯 Erin Neil contributed to this edition.
Global Air Cooled Generators Market Outlook 2024-2033: Growth Drivers, Share, And TrendsRussian president Vladimir Putin has created a new law which would wipe £75,000 of debt for every Russian who fights in Ukraine . Putin , 72, confirmed the new legislation would allow Russian citizens to sign a one-year contract to fight in Ukraine after December 1 that would free them of existing debts. This deal would also cover their spouses. The total amount covered by the law, which only takes on debts accrued and given notice by an enforcement before December 1, 2024, is 10 million rubles (£76,500). Parliament approved the bill earlier this month, with the bill designed to provide a stronger incentive for some to join up, experts say. It comes as the nearly three-year conflict continues, with Russia continually looking for new recruits. It is believed the legislation has been introduced to target younger Russians who may have loans or debts, with those in their 30s and younger targeted. Extremely high interest rate levels in Russia, where many people have no cash savings, could drive the number of recruits up. Sergei Krivenko of advocacy group Citizen Army Law told Vazhniye Istorii Telegram channel: "Previously (for those fighting) there was only provision for taking repayment holidays on loans." New legislation also applies to those taken on as conscriptions made to bolster the national service and for those in the so-called "special military operation," news.com.au reported. Political analyst Georgy Bovt suggested Russian authorities "are strengthening the motivation to sign a contract," as it offers young Russians a route to solving possible personal debt crises. He added it was "another way to get rid of an unbearable burden of credit, at least for several hundred thousand people." Over 13 million Russians have three or more loans, according to a central bank report released last month covering the first two quarters. The average amount owed by those with three or more loans is 1.4 million rubles (£10,700 at current rates). Putin's offer of a debt wipe for conscripts comes as he announces several other changes to the law in Russia. The Russian president has also signed into law a bill which banned the adoption of Russian children by citizens of countries where gender transitioning is legal. Further changes were made by the Kremlin leader who approved legislation that outlaws the spread of material that encourages people not to have children, The Mirror reported. Both Russia's houses of parliament approved the bill previously, with the law one in a series of suppressions made against sexual minorities and a bolstering of longstanding conventional values of Russian life. Speaker Vyacheslav Volodin has since spoken on the latest adoption restrictions, with a post to Telegram revealing the reasoning behind the decision.How to Break Up Better
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Justin Herbert threw three touchdowns as the Los Angeles Chargers booked their place in the NFL playoffs with a blowout 40-7 win at the New England Patriots on Saturday. The Patriots, who suffered a sixth straight loss, were booed off the field by the remaining fans at Gillette Stadium as they fell to 3-13 on the season. But for the Chargers it was a job well done as the confident Herbert ensured a second post-season place in three seasons with another accomplished quarterback display. Herbert completed 28 of 38 passes and threw for 281 yards against a Patriots defense that caused few issues against the passing game. The Chargers took the lead late in the first quarter thanks to a beautiful 23-yard Herbert pass, superbly caught by the diving Derius Davis. After a Cameron Dicker field goal early in the second, Herbert found rookie receiver Ladd McConkey at the back of the end-zone with a pinpoint pass to make it 17-0. Patriots rookie quarterback Drake Maye had been forced out of the game in the first quarter after suffering a hit to the head by Cam Hart when running down the sideline. But Maye, who had been cleared to return for the second quarter, showed he was in good shape with a fine 36-yard touchdown pass to DeMario Douglas to give the Patriots some hope. But the Chargers ran away with the game with Herbert again connecting with McConkey, this time with a 40-yard pass down the middle and a two-yard rush from J.K Dobbins in the fourth completed the rout. Herbert's performance meant he set a new record for the most passing yards in the first five years of an NFL career -- passing Peyton Manning's tally of 20,618 yards. But the quarterback, who has yet to win a playoff game, was quick to give credit for his achievement to his team-mates. "It says so much about the guys we had catching those passes and a great offensive line giving me the time to get the ball off and (the defense) getting me the ball back," he said. "I couldn't have done it without them," he added. The Denver Broncos can clinch a place in the playoffs when they face the Bengals in Cincinnati later on Saturday. sev/nf
Steve Yzerman expecting new coach Todd McLellan to get Red Wings back on trackAndrej Stojakovic made 11 free throws to help craft a team-high 20 points, freshman Jeremiah Wilkinson had his second consecutive big game off the bench and Cal ran its winning streak to three with an 83-77 nonconference victory over Sacramento State on Sunday afternoon in Berkeley, Calif. Wilkinson finished with 16 points and Rytis Petraitis 13 for the Golden Bears (5-1), whose only loss this season was at Vanderbilt. Jacob Holt went for a season-high 25 points for the Hornets (1-4), who dropped their fourth straight after a season-opening win over Cal State Maritime. Seeking a fourth straight home win, Cal led by as many as 12 points in the first half and 40-33 at halftime before Sacramento State rallied. The Hornets used a 14-5 burst out of the gate following the intermission to grab a 47-45 lead. Julian Vaughns had a 3-pointer and three-point play in the run. But Cal dominated pretty much the rest of the game, taking the lead for good on a Petraitis 3-pointer with 14:50 remaining. Stojakovic, a transfer from rival Stanford, went 11-for-15 at the foul line en route to his third 20-point game of the young season. Cal outscored Sacramento State 26-17 on free throws to more than account for the margin of victory. Coming off a 23-point explosion in his first extended action of the season, Wilkinson hit five of his 10 shots Sunday. The Golden Bears outshot the Hornets 47.2 percent to 43.1 percent. Joshua Ola-Joseph contributed 10 points and six rebounds, Mady Sissoko also had 10 points and Petraitis found time for a team-high five assists. Holt complemented his 25 points with a game-high eight rebounds. He made four 3-pointers, as did Vaughns en route to 18 points, helping Sacramento State outscore Cal 30-21 from beyond the arc. EJ Neal added 16 points for the Hornets, while Emil Skytta tied for game-high assist honors with five to go with seven points. --Field Level Media
Romania's pro-European Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu was leading in the first round of presidential elections Sunday according to exit polls, with the far right not yet assured of a place in the second round, despite a breakthrough in support. With 25 percent of the vote according to two exit polls, Ciolacu appeared to be well ahead of far-right challengers looking to capitalise on this EU member's concerns about inflation and the war in neighbouring Ukraine. The same exit polls gave second place to centre-right former journalist turned small-town mayor Elena Lasconi at 18 percent, with two far-right candidates scoring 15 and 16 percent. In the absence of an outright winner in the first round -- scoring more than 50 percent -- the top two candidates go through to a second-round run-off in the poor NATO member on December 8. Ciolacu, a Social Democrat, is leading a field of 13 contenders in the race to take over from President Klaus Iohannis in the largely ceremonial post. He welcomed the exit polls putting him in the lead, but said all the votes would have to be counted before he knew who he would face in the second round. Lasconi too, was cautious. "The scores are very tight, it's not yet time to celebrate," said the 52-year-old politician. Far-right leader George Simion, 38, who some had forecast might take second place, is for the moment in fourth. Exit polls put him just behind the 62-year-old pro-Russian candidate Calin Georgescu. But Simion said Sunday evening: "We'll see the results of the ballot boxes at 11:00 pm (2100 GMT)." Ciolacu's party has shaped Romania's politics for more than three decades, and as he voted Sunday he promised stability and a "decent" standard of living. But political analyst Cristian Parvulescu told AFP: "The far right is by far the big winner of this election." Simion saw his popularity surge by tapping into voter anger over record inflation while promising more affordable housing. Looking for a new election breakthrough for European far-right parties, Simion warned of possible "fraud" and "foreign interference" when voting. But he added: "I am happy that we are giving Romanians hope and the prospect of a better future." The stakes are high for Romania, which has a 650-kilometre (400-mile) border with Ukraine and has become more important since Russia invaded its neighbour in 2022. The Black Sea nation now plays a "vital strategic role" for NATO -- as it is a base for more than 5,000 soldiers -- and the transit of Ukrainian grain, the New Strategy Center think tank said. Donald Trump's victory in the US presidential election has further "complicated" Romania's choice, political analyst Cristian Pirvulescu told AFP. Known for his fiery speeches, Simion is a Trump fan who sometimes dons a red cap in appreciation of his idol. Simion opposes sending military aid to Ukraine, wants a "more patriotic Romania" and frequently lashes out against what he calls the "greedy corrupt bubble" running the European Union. Having campaigned hard to win over Romania's large diaspora working abroad, he said the country had only "minions and cowards as leaders". Pirvulescu predicted that if Simion reached the second round his AUR party would get a boost in the December parliamentary election. "Romanian democracy is in danger for the first time since the fall of communism in 1989," he said. "I'm really afraid we'll end up with Simion in the second round," 36-year-old IT worker Oana Diaconu told AFP, expressing concern about the far-right leader's unpredictable nature and attacks on the European Union. The campaign was marked by controversy and personal attacks, with Simion facing accusations of meeting with Russian spies -- a claim he has denied. Ciolacu has been criticised for his use of private jets. Some observers had tipped Lasconi, now mayor of the small town of Campulung and head of a centre-right opposition party, as a surprise package. Sunday's exit polls appeared to suggest they were right. During campaigning, she had said she wanted a future "where no one has to pack their suitcases and leave" the country and for "institutions that work". bur/js-jj/ Get any of our free email newsletters — news headlines, sports, arts & entertainment, state legislature, CFD news, and more.
Romania PM fends off far-right challenge in presidential first round
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