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Stockton esports team headed to state finals in FebruaryCindy White It might be just two days before he loads up the sleigh and takes flight, but Santa still had time for some hugs on Sunday. As shoppers hurried in to stock up on their last-minute fixing, the Jolly Old Elf was on hand to bring some festive cheer to the Save-On-Foods on Lakeshore Road in Kelowna and to help raise money for BC Children’s Hospital. All the proceeds from photos with Santa on Sunday will go to support the hospital. Save-On-Food has been one of the largest corporate supporters of BCCH for years. “This is an opportunity for Save-On-Foods again to share some excitement with the kids. What a great time of year it is. And it’s so much fun just to create the Christmas spirit,” said store manager Scott Nazaruk. He says December 22, 23 and 24 are traditionally the busiest days for grocery shoppers at his store, with turkey at the top of the list. Temperatures have been hovering above normal for several days, so what does Santa think of Kelowna’s chances of having a white Christmas? “It is touch and go,” said Santa. “We’re hoping that we will have snow but I have preparations in case there’s no snow. We retrofit the sleigh.”
Li Auto (NASDAQ:LI) Shares Gap Down – Here’s Why( MENAFN - IANS) Seoul, Dec 23 (IANS) South Korean companies pointed to heated global competition amid China's cheap exports as a major source of concern for their businesses next year, which is feared to affect them more than US President-elect Donald Trump's tariff policies, a central bank report showed on Monday. According to the report on the regional Economy released by the Bank of Korea (BOK), South Korean firms expected domestic exports to continue to expand in 2025, though the pace of growth is projected to slow down compared with this year. But they voiced concerns about intensifying competition to be caused by the oversupply of Chinese goods and a flood of cheap exports into the global market, reports Yonhap news agency. The report was based on a survey of 200 local exporters conducted by the BOK in November on their prospects for and conditions of exports in 2025. The central bank has expected exports, a key growth engine for South Korea, to increase 6.3 per cent in 2024, but the figure would shrink to 1.5 per cent next year. The local companies also said the technological competitiveness of Chinese companies, particularly in the rechargeable batteries and steel sectors, would pose a threat to their businesses, the report showed. As for tariff policies by the new Donald Trump administration, South Korean steelmakers and carmakers expressed concerns, but other firms in industries facing fierce competition with China said they would rather benefit from the new U.S. tariff policy. Local companies securing a competitive edge also said they will be able to manage the potential negative impacts of the Trump policy, the report read. Trump has vowed to impose "universal baseline tariffs" of a minimum of 10 per cent on all imported goods, and raise tariffs on imports from China to as high as 60 per cent. -IANS na/ MENAFN22122024000231011071ID1109022132 Legal Disclaimer: MENAFN provides the information “as is” without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the provider above.
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Newcastle football legend Andy Roberts at the wedding of Matildas midfielder Emily van Egmond and Kat Thompson in the Hunter Valley on Friday. Pictures Facebook Matilda's player Emily van Egmond has married fiancee Kat Thompson in the Hunter Valley in front of family, friends, and a host of Matildas teammates, including Sam Kerr. Subscribe now for unlimited access . Login or signup to continue reading All articles from our website The digital version of Today's Paper Breaking news alerts direct to your inbox All articles from the other regional websites in your area Continue Less than four weeks after the Dudley Redhead United Football Club junior became the second-most-capped Matilda in history, van Egmond celebrated her wedding day on Friday, December 27. In attendance was global superstar Kerr along with several Australian teammates, including Steph Catley, Alanna Kennedy, Mackenzie Arnold, Hayley Raso, Clare Polkinghorne and Caitlin Foord. Football legend Andy Roberts, who made 234 national league appearances for Newcastle United and the Newcastle Jets and was a guest at the wedding, shared photos of the day on social media. The happy couple used Roberts' vintage Porsche Speedster for their special day. Roberts told the ACM masthead the Newcastle Herald Kerr was "quite taken" by the wedding car, enquiring about the Porsche Speedster and asking if she could have a sit in the driver's seat, to which he happily obliged. The injured Chelsea striker attended the wedding with pregnant fiancee Kristie Mewes, a United States international who plays for West Ham in English Women's Super League. Kerr posted pictures to Instagram congratulating "the Van Egmonds", including a shot of Roberts' car. Roberts said the wedding was staged in a beautiful setting and guests experienced it all in terms of weather - 41-degree heat and a hail storm. Van Egmond, who has made 153 appearances for the Matildas, played at four World Cups and three Olympics, posted pictures to Instagram earlier in the day at brunch in the Hunter Valley and with Thompson at Newcastle's City Hall. The 31-year-old Newcastle Jets product plays for San Deigo Wave in the United States. Share Facebook Twitter Whatsapp Email Copy Renee Valentine Journalist, Newcastle Herald Renee Valentine is a sports journalist with more than 20 years of experience in Newcastle. She is passionate about increasing the visibility of sportswomen in the media. Got a sports story, email Renee at r.valentine@newcastleherald.com.au Renee Valentine is a sports journalist with more than 20 years of experience in Newcastle. She is passionate about increasing the visibility of sportswomen in the media. Got a sports story, email Renee at r.valentine@newcastleherald.com.au More from Latest News Surface-to-air missile launcher, military medals stolen in break-in 4m ago Sam Kerr in the Hunter Valley as Matilda Emily van Egmond ties the knot 25m ago Star of stage and screen talks self-discovery, healthy ageing, blocking negativity 1hr ago Where to watch the New Year's Eve fireworks around Australia in 2024 2hrs ago Bushfire threat finally eases but warnings to last days 2hrs ago Taylor Swift, Donald Trump, a Royal Tour and Raygun: 2024 Year in Review 2hrs ago
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Mutual of America Capital Management LLC decreased its stake in West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. ( NYSE:WST – Free Report ) by 2.7% during the 3rd quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 8,954 shares of the medical instruments supplier’s stock after selling 253 shares during the period. Mutual of America Capital Management LLC’s holdings in West Pharmaceutical Services were worth $2,688,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period. Other hedge funds and other institutional investors also recently modified their holdings of the company. Paragon Advisors LLC boosted its holdings in shares of West Pharmaceutical Services by 2.0% in the third quarter. Paragon Advisors LLC now owns 6,804 shares of the medical instruments supplier’s stock valued at $2,042,000 after acquiring an additional 136 shares in the last quarter. Natixis Advisors LLC raised its position in shares of West Pharmaceutical Services by 9.7% during the third quarter. Natixis Advisors LLC now owns 53,747 shares of the medical instruments supplier’s stock worth $16,133,000 after purchasing an additional 4,740 shares during the period. Mizuho Securities USA LLC raised its holdings in West Pharmaceutical Services by 277.1% during the 3rd quarter. Mizuho Securities USA LLC now owns 21,173 shares of the medical instruments supplier’s stock worth $6,355,000 after buying an additional 15,559 shares during the period. Mizuho Markets Americas LLC lifted its position in shares of West Pharmaceutical Services by 9.4% in the 3rd quarter. Mizuho Markets Americas LLC now owns 17,420 shares of the medical instruments supplier’s stock valued at $5,229,000 after acquiring an additional 1,497 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Empowered Funds LLC lifted its holdings in shares of West Pharmaceutical Services by 3.9% in the third quarter. Empowered Funds LLC now owns 1,377 shares of the medical instruments supplier’s stock valued at $413,000 after purchasing an additional 52 shares in the last quarter. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 93.90% of the company’s stock. West Pharmaceutical Services Stock Down 1.3 % NYSE:WST opened at $316.59 on Friday. The business’s fifty day moving average price is $307.01 and its 200 day moving average price is $314.28. The firm has a market capitalization of $22.93 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 46.97, a PEG ratio of 24.24 and a beta of 1.00. The company has a current ratio of 3.00, a quick ratio of 2.23 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.07. West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. has a 1-year low of $265.00 and a 1-year high of $413.70. West Pharmaceutical Services Increases Dividend The business also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, November 20th. Shareholders of record on Wednesday, November 13th were given a $0.21 dividend. This is an increase from West Pharmaceutical Services’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.20. The ex-dividend date was Wednesday, November 13th. This represents a $0.84 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 0.27%. West Pharmaceutical Services’s dividend payout ratio is presently 12.46%. Insider Buying and Selling at West Pharmaceutical Services In other news, VP Charles Witherspoon sold 703 shares of West Pharmaceutical Services stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, October 29th. The stock was sold at an average price of $310.40, for a total transaction of $218,211.20. Following the completion of the sale, the vice president now directly owns 1,253 shares in the company, valued at $388,931.20. The trade was a 35.94 % decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through this link . Company insiders own 0.53% of the company’s stock. About West Pharmaceutical Services ( Free Report ) West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc designs, manufactures, and sells containment and delivery systems for injectable drugs and healthcare products in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific. It operates in two segments, Proprietary Products and Contract-Manufactured Products. Read More Want to see what other hedge funds are holding WST? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. ( NYSE:WST – Free Report ). Receive News & Ratings for West Pharmaceutical Services Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for West Pharmaceutical Services and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .None
A new study highlights the unexpected ways AI is transforming everyday tasks, making them more efficient and convenient. For example, research forecasts that 45 percent of grocery shopping activities will be handled by AI within five years. As a specific area, smart AI integration in retail and homes can reduce food waste by 30 percent through precise demand forecasting and expiration monitoring. Research from the firm ZeroBounce , reveals how AI quietly helps in everyday tasks—proving itself not just a tool for tech enthusiasts but an ally in the modern home and workspace. Digital Journal assesses the highlights: Grocery Shopping – Smart Grocery Shopping with AI With the power of AI-powered apps , consumers can get tailored grocery lists, price comparisons, and real-time stock updates. Research shows that AI could reduce grocery prices by up to 20 percent through optimized inventory and logistics. Within five years, an estimated 45 percent of grocery shopping tasks will be automated, thanks to AI’s ability to predict consumer needs with uncanny accuracy. Dish Washing – Efficient Cleaning Made Easy Modern dishwashers are making household chores smarter by assessing dish types and quantities and then automatically adjusting water temperature, pressure, and cycle duration for the best clean. Within the next five years, automation is expected to take over 33 percent of dishwashing tasks, making everyday life more convenient. The dishwasher industry is projected to reach a revenue of $14.9 billion by 2030, with an annual growth rate of 7.1 percent, driven by the increasing demand for automated home appliances. Cooking – Intelligent Meal Prep AI-driven cooking systems enhance kitchen efficiency and sustainability by helping chefs optimize menu planning, forecast ingredient needs, and reduce food waste. AI can even factor in external conditions, like weather or local events, that might affect ingredient availability or customer demand. Research shows that integrating AI-based systems to track waste could cut food waste by up to 30 percent within just one year. As an example, 32 percent of cooking tasks are set to be automated in the coming years, making the kitchen much more efficient and user-friendly. Laundry – Smarter Fabric Care The integration of AI in washers and dryers ensures that detergent use and cycle settings are personalized, improving overall laundry care. Washing machine producers (Samsung, LG) state that by tailoring wash parameters to fabric specifics, AI machines ensure more efficient and gentle processes, extending garment life and reducing environmental impact. Smart machines also estimate energy and water consumption, improving efficiency. Automation is expected to handle 29 percent of laundry tasks in the next five years, making laundry care more convenient and efficient. Pet Care – Simplified Health and Feeding Advanced pet care devices, including smart feeders and activity monitors, are transforming how we care for our pets by automating feeding schedules and tracking health. Research from the American Veterinary Medical Association highlights that more veterinarians are adopting AI tools for diagnostic imaging and managing medical records. With these innovations, it is projected that 21 percent of pet care tasks will be automated in the next five years, enhancing both convenience and the quality of care for pets. Commenting on the findings, Liviu Tanase, CEO at ZeroBounce tells Digital Journal: “AI is turning everyday chores into effortless experiences—whether it’s grocery shopping tailored to your preferences or dishwashing cycles optimized without a second thought. It’s all about making life easier, freeing up time, and letting people focus on what truly matters. As technology continues to evolve, it’s simplifying routines in ways we never imagined. This transformation is not just about convenience; it’s about redefining how we live and interact with the world around.” Dr. Tim Sandle is Digital Journal's Editor-at-Large for science news.Tim specializes in science, technology, environmental, business, and health journalism. He is additionally a practising microbiologist; and an author. He is also interested in history, politics and current affairs.
A bipartisan bill that volunteer fire companies and similar groups say is critical to their financial survival was not brought up for a final vote before lawmakers left Harrisburg for the year. The legislation would allow nonprofits to accept credit, debit, and mobile payments for raffle ticket sales. These small games of chance serve as popular fundraisers for nonprofits such as veterans’ groups. However, current law lets nonprofits only accept cash and checks. Advocates have called for modernization, arguing existing policy is outdated given that using cash is now less common. The bill passed the GOP-controlled state Senate and the state House Commerce Committee earlier this year. However, Democrats who narrowly control the state House did not bring it up for consideration, so the bill will need to begin the legislative process over again in 2025. “We have not heard from nonprofits that this is an issue, but we would be happy to revisit this issue next session,” state House Democratic spokesperson Elizabeth Rementer told Spotlight PA in an email. State Sen. Devlin Robinson (R., Allegheny), a co-sponsor of the legislation, told Spotlight PA that he was disappointed by the inaction from the state House. He added that he would’ve connected lawmakers with nonprofits that reached out to his office about the issue. He plans to reintroduce the legislation next year. “Everybody knows that we have a major problem with volunteer firefighters and the numbers dwindling across the state,” he said. The legislation , introduced by Robinson and Wayne Fontana (D., Allegheny), would allow cashless payments for raffles — not online play or live drawings — and still enforce the existing permitting process. The bill also would require nonprofits to verify that people buying tickets are at least 18. When the COVID-19 pandemic halted in-person events, many fire companies shifted their fundraisers online. But some received warnings from their county treasurers that they were potentially violating their licenses and risking fines or losing their permits altogether. Lawmakers in the state House passed temporary measures in 2021 so nonprofits could accept payments via Venmo, PayPal, and Cash App during the health emergency. The state Senate never approved the proposal. Some fire companies still host online events and accept electronic payments. Others are too afraid of the risks. Meanwhile, lobbying to update the law has continued, with advocates saying the provision is obsolete and prevents nonprofits from bringing in more money to keep the lights on. The Howard Volunteer Fire Company in Centre County has a roughly $140,000 annual budget. The annual Punkin‘ Chunkin‘ Fall Festival raises a portion of those dollars. The most recent event, which occurred in October, brought in an estimated $30,000. The company also relies on chicken barbecue and direct requests for donations to raise money. In recent years, the company has made building upgrades and switched to energy-efficient fixtures to reduce costs, said Mark Ott, fire police captain. Still, the company — like volunteer fire units across the state — faces rising utility bills, expensive fuel, and high costs for equipment and training. “There’s always expenses coming in,” Ott told Spotlight PA. “It’s amazing to me that we’re still alive.” Approving cashless payments won’t solve every challenge these groups face, but it’s one way lawmakers could help, Ott added. “To me, it’s a no-brainer,” he said. “Just pass it.” 90.5 WESA partners with Spotlight PA, a collaborative, reader-funded newsroom producing accountability journalism for all of Pennsylvania. More at spotlightpa.org .Jimmy Carter, the 39th US president, has died at 100
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