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Google has named Debbie Weinstein, a senior executive for the tech giant in the UK, as its president in Europe , the Middle East and Africa . Until now, Ms Weinstein has been the US firm’s vice president and managing director in the UK and Ireland , having previously worked at Unilever. She said her focus will be on “unlocking AI-powered growth for everyone”, calling the current AI boom a “pivotal” time for the tech giant. Google has joined many of its rivals in launching a string of high-profile generative AI products in recent times, led by the firm’s generative AI-powered assistant, Gemini. “Europe, the Middle East and Africa is an amazingly diverse and varied region, but the enormous growth opportunity that AI can create is universal,” she said. “My focus will be on unlocking that AI-powered growth for everyone – users, businesses, partners and governments across every part of the region. “I’m excited to be stepping into this role at a pivotal time, in a company where I’ve spent the last ten years and leading a region where I’ve spent much of my life.” Google employs more than 29,000 people across Europe, the Middle East and Africa, with 56 offices across 35 countries in those regions working on many of the firm’s largest products, including its search engine, the Android mobile operating system and its Chrome web browser. Its AI research arm, at Google DeepMind, is also led from London. Philipp Schindler, Google senior vice president and chief business officer, said: “This is the AI era and we are only just beginning to see its transformative impact on business and society. “In such a pivotal moment for technology, I’m thrilled we’ve appointed a visionary leader to be our President of Google EMEA. “Debbie brings a track record of unlocking growth that benefits everyone, alongside the passion and focus needed to help our customers succeed, as we bring the best of Google’s Gemini-era to everyone across EMEA.”A late Robert Bolick explosion powered NLEX’s 19-point comeback to frustrate San Miguel, 104-99, in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner’s Cup at the Ynares Center in Antipolo on Sunday, Dec. 8. A late Robert Bolick explosion powered NLEX’s 19-point comeback to frustrate San Miguel, 104-99, in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner’s Cup at the Ynares Center in Antipolo on Sunday, Dec. 8. The high-scoring guard fired 20 of his 32 points in the payoff period, none bigger than the booming four-pointer over the defense of Marcio Lassiter that broke a 91-all deadlock with 1.27 left and put the Road Warriors on the driver's seat for good. NLEX notched its third straight victory for a 3-1 slate while San Miguel slid to a 1-1 record. Bolick also added nine assists – including one that came from his steal from June Mar Fajardo and led to Mike Watkins dunk that put NLEX up ahead, 100-94. The Beermen refused to go down without a fight, though, cutting the lead down to three after a 7-2 spurt that was capped by a Juami Tiongson trey. but Bolick, once again, came to the rescue and formally iced the game with a pair of free throws. Watkins provided support to Bolick with 17 points and game-high 28 rebounds to go with four blocks while Xyrus Torres and Enoch Valdez had 11 and 10 respectively for NLEX which climbed out of a 46-65 hole at one point in the contest. SMB import Quincy Miller paced his team with 21 points and 11 rebounds while Fajardo finished with 20 points and 19 rebounds in a losing effort.School district defends decision to punish parents for wearing pink 'XX' wristbands
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Doha Forum: Experts call for turning AI into tool for benefit of humanityWall Street stocks finished a lackluster week on a muted note Friday as concerns about rising Treasury bond yields competed with enthusiasm over artificial intelligence equities. Of the major indices, only the Nasdaq mustered a gain in Friday's session. The tech-rich index was also the only of the three leading US benchmarks to conclude the week higher. "Equities are kind of treading water," said LBBW's Karl Haeling. "A negative influence to some extent is the rise in bond yields." The latest US consumer price index data released this week showed prices ticked higher in November and the wholesale data also showed stubborn inflationary pressures. "Yields rose to their highest levels in over two weeks as markets brace for the Federal Reserve's final meeting of the year, reflecting concerns over sticky inflation," said Chris Beauchamp, chief market analyst at online trading platform IG. There is also growing concern over the inflationary pressures from President-elect Donald Trump's pledges to cut taxes and impose tariffs, as inflation still stands above the Fed's target. "While the markets still anticipate a rate cut from the Federal Reserve next week, the likelihood of a move in January has dropped," said Patrick Munnelly, partner at broker Tickmill Group. The CME FedWatch tool shows the market sees a more than 75 percent chance that the Fed will hold rates steady in January. In Europe, the Paris CAC 40 index ended the day down 0.2 percent after French President Emmanuel Macron named his centrist ally Francois Bayrou as prime minister, ending days of deadlock over finding a replacement for Michel Barnier. Frankfurt also dipped, with Germany's central bank sharply downgrading its growth forecasts on Friday for 2025 and 2026. It predicted a prolonged period of weakness for Europe's biggest economy. London stocks were also lower after official data showed that the UK economy unexpectedly shrank for the second consecutive month in October. The euro recovered after flirting with two-year lows against the dollar following a warning Thursday by ECB president Christine Lagarde that the eurozone economy was "losing momentum", cautioning that "the risk of greater friction in global trade could weigh on euro area growth". In Asia, Hong Kong and Shanghai both tumbled as investors were unimpressed with Beijing's pledge to introduce measures aimed at "lifting consumption vigorously" as part of a drive to reignite growth in the world's number two economy. President Xi Jinping and other key leaders said at the annual Central Economic Work Conference they would implement a "moderately loose" monetary policy, increase social financing and reducing interest rates "at the right time". The gathering came after Beijing in September began unveiling a raft of policies to reverse a growth slump that has gripped the economy for almost two years. "We're still not convinced that policy support will prevent the economy from slowing further next year", said Julian Evans-Pritchard, head of China economics at research group Capital Economics. Among individual equities, chip company Broadcom surged nearly 25 percent after reporting a 51 percent jump in quarterly revenues to $14.1 billion behind massive growth in AI-linked business. New York - Dow: DOWN 0.2 percent at 43,828.06 (close) New York - S&P 500: FLAT at 6,051.09 (close) New York - Nasdaq Composite: UP 0.1 percent at 19,926.72 (close) London - FTSE 100: DOWN 0.1 percent at 8,300.33 (close) Paris - CAC 40: DOWN 0.2 percent at 7,409.57 (close) Frankfurt - DAX: DOWN 0.1 percent at 20,405.92 (close) Tokyo - Nikkei 225: DOWN 1.0 percent at 39,470.44 (close) Hong Kong - Hang Seng Index: DOWN 2.1 percent at 19,971.24 (close) Shanghai - Composite: DOWN 2.0 percent at 3,391.88 (close) Euro/dollar: UP at $1.0504 from $1.0467 on Thursday Pound/dollar: DOWN at $1.2622 from $1.2673 Dollar/yen: UP at 153.60 yen from 152.63 yen Euro/pound: UP at 83.19 pence from 82.59 pence Brent North Sea Crude: UP 1.5 percent at $74.49 per barrel West Texas Intermediate: UP 1.8 percent at $71.29 per barrel burs-jmb/st
Thousands of people have descended on the site where former Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah was killed by an Israeli air strike, after the group allowed access to the area for the first time for a public memorial. The massive crater left by the Beirut strike was lit up in red and festooned with Hezbollah flags. At its centre, torches projected light beams into the night sky. Men, women and children wept at the sight of the crater, while the crowd chanted “At your service, Nasrallah” – a common rallying cry among Hezbollah supporters. Nasrallah led Hezbollah for more than 30 years as it became a formidable force in Lebanon, turning him into one of the most influential figures in the Middle East. A ceasefire deal agreed between Hezbollah and Israel on Wednesday paved the way for the southern suburb where Nasrallah was killed, on 27 September, to be opened to journalists and the public. The militant and political group had previously closely guarded access to the suburb, known as the Dahieh, particularly the place where Nasrallah was assassinated, which was entirely closed off. The Israeli strike that killed the Hezbollah leader was reportedly made up of as many as 80 bunker busting bombs, and it destroyed several residential buildings in Harek Hreik – the neighbourhood that forms the centre of Hezbollah’s operations in Beirut. When the crowd was granted access to the site for the first time on Saturday night, people surged into the open area left by the destroyed buildings and climbed up around the edges of the crater. Many held aloft candles and pictures of Nasrallah, who was 64, while a speech by the former leader played from a sound system. “For these two and half months we have refused to believe that he is really gone,” said Narjis Khshaish, 31, who wept and clutched a candle. “We have all just been waiting to reach this place to receive his blessings,” she said. Moussa Dirani, 57, brought his teenage son to the memorial event. “It is very sad and painful to see this site,” he said. “But the resistance does not stop with Nasrallah, his death gives us power to continue along his path.” The hundreds of Hezbollah flags at the event would “continue to fly high”, said Fida Nasreddine, 34. “We are with Hassan Nasrallah until the last breath,” she said. Nasrallah’s assassination shocked Lebanon and the wider world when the news broke in September. He had rarely been seen in public since Hezbollah’s 2006 war with Israel, and was protected by tight security at all times. He was one of a number of senior Hezbollah figures killed by Israel in air strikes between September and the ceasefire agreement struck on Wednesday. The group had been badly damaged by the assassinations, but the sense of celebration in the Hezbollah-dominated areas of Beirut "cannot be dismissed as insincere", said David Wood, a Lebanon analyst with Crisis Group. "The achievements that Hezbollah has promoted - maintaining its ground operations against Israel, ensuring that tens of thousands of Israelis couldn't return to their homes, and having a severe impact on Israel's economy, I don't think those achievements are nothing, and I think lots of its supporters will see an element of victory in that."
Clippers’ Amir Coffey finding himself in spotlight more oftenBOSTON , Dec. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The China Fund, Inc. (NYSE: CHN) (the "Fund") announced today that the Fund's annual stockholder meeting (the "Meeting") will be scheduled for Thursday, March 13, 2025 , via a virtual forum at 11:00 a.m. ET . Stockholders of record as of January 15, 2025 will be entitled to notice of, and to attend and vote at, the Meeting. The notice for the Meeting will be mailed to shareholders on or about February 10, 2025 . The Fund is a closed-end management investment company with the objective of seeking long-term capital appreciation by investing primarily in equity securities (i) of companies for which the principal securities trading market is in the People's Republic of China (" China "), or (ii) of companies for which the principal securities trading market is outside of China , or constituting direct equity investments in companies organized outside of China , that in both cases derive at least 50% of their revenues from goods and services sold or produced, or have at least 50% of their assets, in China . While the Fund is permitted to invest in direct equity investments of companies organized in China , it presently holds no such investments. Shares of the Fund are listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol "CHN". The Fund's investment manager is Matthews International Capital Management, LLC. For further information regarding the Fund and the Fund's holdings, please call (888)-CHN-CALL (246-2255) or visit the Fund's website at www.chinafundinc.com . View original content: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-china-fund-inc-announces-date-of-annual-meeting-of-stockholders-302331705.html SOURCE The China Fund, Inc.
A WOMAN has revealed just how bad the mould problem is in her home and it's left the internet stunned. Mum of two Courtney took to social media to show the extensive cleaning routine she has to do every day to battle mould and condensation. 2 My house is so damp theres a puddle of water on every windowsill, people say I need a £5 Asda buy https://www.tiktok.com/@courtxed/video/7440481091925970208 Credit: Tiktok/@courtxed 2 My house is so damp theres a puddle of water on every windowsill, people say I need a £5 Asda buy https://www.tiktok.com/@courtxed/video/7440481091925970208 Credit: Tiktok/@courtxed In the clip, she said: "My whole house is covered in condensation damp and mould, I'm gonna show you the things that I put in place to prevent it and I need some advice on some stuff I can do as well." She revealed she has an extractor fan in the kitchen and bathroom, but despite this she still uses mould spray every single day. As well as that she also uses small dehumidifiers on every single windowsill. But despite that, she still couldn't tackle the mould in her home. READ MORE ON HOMES That sucks The Christmas mistake that can destroy your hoover and create mould Courtney added: "I have cupboards in the kitchen that turn all of my pans mouldy. "This is just an example of two of the pans that have gone mouldy in that cupboard." She picked up one of the oven trays that she had never even used and it was covered in green fluffy mould. "This here is my daughter's windowsill," she continued "I clean this every day." Most read in Fabulous FESTIVE FEAR I'm a legal expert, here's five things you can never do at work Xmas party SCARY SURGERY Blood leaked from my BBL & my breast burst OPEN after Turkey ‘mummy makeover’ LONELY-FANS OnlyFans star makes admission about parents after bedding 100 men in 24 hours AIR WE GO I'm a laundry expert - dry your clothes indoors fast with my airflow rule "And there's just a puddle of water on the windowsill every single day, all around this window in the hallway gets really fluffy mould." In the bathroom, she revealed that one of the walls was crumbling away because of how damp it was. How I Removed Window Mould in Minutes with Just £1.50! Courtney added: "I don't know why this keeps happening, I really feel like I've exhausted every option, and I just need help now I'm getting so sick of it at this point." The clip soon went viral on her TikTok account @ courtxed with over 75k views and 1,400 likes. People were quick to take to the comments and offer their advice. Many recommended the HG Mould Spray over the one she used in the video and it can be bought for £5.25 from Asda. What is mould and how to get rid of it? Mould is more likely to grow during the winter months. Olivia Young, Product Development Scientist at Astonish revealed exactly why this is. "Unfortunately, mould is a common problem many people face during winter. It thrives in conditions that are warm and damp, so your bathrooms are likely to be the most affected place. "That said, during the colder months most rooms in your home could be vulnerable to mould growing. "This occurs primarily from condensation that builds up on your windows when you’ve got your radiators on. "If you think about it, when windows and doors are closed, there's not much chance for the air to circulate and the moisture to make a swift exit. "This build up is what can cause dreaded mould to make an appearance, especially in bathrooms, as it creates that warm and wet environment that is a breeding ground for mould. "If left untreated, not only is it unsightly but it can also pose a serious risk to your health, so it’s really important you treat it. "The key to tackle mould is to act fast. "Try to come into as little contact with it as you can. So, grab your gloves, tie up your hair and get to work to remove any signs of mould as soon as you notice them. "To keep mould at bay, there are some simple solutions you can introduce throughout home. "The first is keep it ventilated. Yes, even in the cold winter months try to leave your bathroom window open for at least 10/15 minutes post shower or bath. This will get rid of any excess moisture quickly preventing mould gathering. "If you’re having a repeat problem with mould in one particular area, it might be because the humidity levels are too high. You can get a dehumidifier that will help keep the levels low and reduce the risk of mould returning. "The golden rule to remember when dealing with mould is the quicker you can treat it, the better. If you leave it, it will only get worse so never ignore it! "To successfully get rid of mould every time, I recommend opting for the UK's No 1 Mould & Mildew Remover , that effectively removes mould and mildew stains almost instantly, with no scrubbing necessary." One person wrote: "HG mould spray is amazing it’s on Amazon ." Another commented: "Mould is so scary." "That mould spray didn’t work very well! I used HG or white vinegar," penned a third. Meanwhile a fourth said: "We have the same problem, we are currently using a dehumidifier but also bought a window vac. Go over the windows every morning." "You need a dehumidifier. Expensive but worth it,” claimed a fifth. Read more on the Scottish Sun BATTY WEATHER Record-breaking snow & temps on the way for Scotland as expert issues warning GER KIDDING Tottenham fans blast ex-Spurs star as he's spotted wildly celebrating Gers goal Someone else added: “Get a dehumidifier girl. Those little things do nothing and with the amount you're buying you'll save eventually." Fabulous will pay for your exclusive stories. Just email: fabulousdigital@the-sun.co.uk and pop EXCLUSIVE in the subject line .Growing Hindu-Muslim tension in Bangladesh widens rift with IndiaLender Learn More APR Loan Amount Term Min. Credit Score Why trust U.S. News Your trust is important to us. To earn it, we conduct a rigorous, unbiased analysis with a transparent methodology, and our raters maintain strict editorial standards and independence. APRs for auto loan refinancing ranged from 1.25% to 29.99% in March 2022. The better your credit score, the lower the rate you may get. From start to finish, the auto loan refinance process may take a few days, Owens says. Here are the basic steps: 1. Review your current loan. Check your loan documents to figure out the interest you pay each month and the total cost of the loan if you finish the entire term. You'll use these figures later to determine whether refinancing makes sense. 2. Check your credit. This can help you figure out whether you'll be eligible for an auto loan refinance. If your credit has improved since you took out the original loan, you may qualify for a lower interest rate to help you save money. Strong credit can also help you leverage one lender's offer against another to get a better deal. Each of the three major credit bureaus allows you to check your credit report weekly for free through the end of 2022. Free credit scores may be available from your credit card issuer or bank, or you can try free credit score apps . 3. Gather your documents. You will need to share personal, vehicle and loan information with your lender to refinance. Personal information might include your government-issued photo ID, employer's contact information, proof of income and Social Security number. The lender will also ask for your vehicle identification number, registration and mileage, plus your loan payoff amount and term. 4. Prequalify with several lenders. A prequalification uses a soft credit pull, which helps you shop for offers without hurting your credit. You might be able to get prequalified with your current lender along with a mix of online lenders, credit unions, and local and national banks. Once you have a few offers in hand, compare the annual percentage rates, loan terms, monthly payments, fees, prepayment penalties and total interest you'll pay over the life of each loan. "Compare what you're paying today by what you could potentially pay by refinancing," Owens says. 5. Check your budget. Go through your monthly expenses and make sure you can comfortably manage the new car payment. Loans with longer repayment terms generally come with lower monthly payments and higher interest rates, which means you'll pay more interest overall. A shorter term comes with higher monthly payments and less interest over the life of the loan. If you're not sure you can afford higher payments, consider taking out a loan with a longer term and paying more toward the principal when you can. 6. Apply for the loan. The lender will likely run a hard credit pull , which can temporarily lower your credit score. Also, the lender will verify your income and employment status and may separately appraise your car. Always read the contract before you sign for a loan, and ask questions if something is unclear. 7. Start payments on the new loan. You can begin to pay the new lender when the old loan is paid off. The new lender should pay off the loan balance from the previous lender once your loan is approved and you sign the paperwork. Contact the previous lender to make sure this happens correctly, and ask for a payoff document. You may want to refinance your auto loan when it helps you financially, including when: Your original loan doesn't have a prepayment penalty. This means you could pay off the loan early without being charged a fee. Check your contract to verify whether the loan comes with a prepayment penalty . If you can't find the contract, call the lender's customer service department. You'll save on interest. When you refinance an auto loan with a lower interest rate, you can save on the monthly payment and the total interest. For instance, dropping the interest rate from 14% to 7% on a $15,000 car loan can save you $52 a month and $3,120 over five years. Your savings partly depends on how much interest you've already paid toward the original loan. You want to remove a co-signer or co-borrower. If you signed for the original auto loan with someone else, you can remove that person from the loan by refinancing into a new one. You want to lower your monthly payment. You can also refinance an auto loan to a longer term, which lowers your monthly payments. This can make room in your budget, although you may pay more interest over the life of the loan. But auto loan refinances aren't right for everyone, says Paris Chevalier, president and CEO of South Bay Credit Union. She cautions against refinancing if you owe more than your car is worth or your original loan has high prepayment penalties. The best auto loan refinance lender is one that offers low interest rates, charges few or no fees, and accepts the type of vehicle you have. Note that lenders may place age, mileage or make constraints on refinancing. Here are some factors to evaluate as you compare auto loan refinancing lenders: Type of institution. Every lender sets its own terms and interest rates on auto loan refinances, so it's a good idea to shop with a mix of banks, credit unions and online lenders. Credit unions own most of today's auto refinance market, according to the credit bureau TransUnion. These financial institutions generally charge lower rates than banks do on loan products. Credit score requirement. The average credit score of auto refinance borrowers was 670 in 2021, according to the RateGenius report. Because every lender sets its own credit score requirement, you can make sure that you will likely qualify. If your credit hasn't improved much since you took out the original loan, you may have trouble finding a lender willing to refinance to a lower rate. However, some lenders work with borrowers who have lower credit scores. Restrictions. Check that you meet all requirements to refinance with the lender. You may only be able to refinance your auto loan with a different lender, for instance. Lenders may also have minimum and maximum loan amounts, offer rates based on a car's model year and mileage, and restrict loans to personal-use cars. Fees. Even if lenders offer attractive interest rates, they may add fees and penalties that increase the cost of borrowing. When comparing offers, look for origination fees and prepayment penalties, and ask whether the lender can raise the interest rate during the loan term. Discounts. "If you have a relationship with a bank or credit union, start there," Owens says, "because they may offer discounts for being a client." But check other financial institutions, too, because they may offer incentives when you enroll in autopay or open a checking account. Reputation. Make sure you're working with a trustworthy lender. Ask friends and family members which lenders they've used, or look up a company using the Better Business Bureau and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's Consumer Complaint Database . Your car loan payment may have seemed manageable when you took it on, but if it "no longer works due to changes in your financial situation, there are options available that don't require taking out a new loan," Chevalier says. Contact your loan servicer and ask about loan modifications. Your servicer may be willing to lower your interest rate or extend the loan term to reduce your monthly payment, Chevalier says. Lenders usually want to help you afford payments because "repossessions are costly and time-consuming," she adds. Your lender may also let you defer payments for a few months until you're on solid financial ground. Make sure you get any loan modification or payment deferral agreements in writing, and ask the lender how your account will be reported to the credit bureaus. Another option is trading in your car for a less expensive one if you don't owe more than what your car is worth. "The difference between the trade-in value and what is owed on your current loan will lower the new loan amount," Chevalier says. Auto loan refinance rates typically range from about 3% to 10%. The average rate is 6.8%, the highest recorded in eight years, according to a 2022 report from RateGenius, a refinancing platform. However, most borrowers in the report said they saved at least $50 a month by refinancing. Generally, a good interest rate is lower than what you're paying now, says Tim Owens, Bank of America's consumer vehicle lending executive. The rate you receive depends on your lender, loan term and credit score, with lower rates largely going to customers with good credit scores and shorter terms. Refinancing an auto loan can affect your credit in a few ways. The first change may happen after you apply for the new loan because this creates a hard credit pull. The hard inquiry may stay on your credit report for up to two years and may temporarily lower your credit score by a few points. If you submit multiple loan applications within a short time frame, generally between 14 and 45 days, depending on the credit score model, they will typically only count as one inquiry. This lessens the impact on your credit. Refinancing can also lower the average age of your credit accounts because you close the old loan and start a new one. Shortening your average credit history may hurt your credit score. However, the potential hit to your credit score is "a small price to pay if the new loan saves you money or helps you avoid car payments you can no longer afford," Chevalier says. The effect may be temporary. Over time, your credit can rebound if you make on-time payments on all of your accounts each month. To answer this question, you will need to figure out what you qualify for and how much you would pay in interest on both the original loan and the new loan. You'll also need to look over both contracts to check whether you lose services and pay fees on the new loan. Benefits: Drawbacks:
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BOSTON , Dec. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The China Fund, Inc. (NYSE: CHN) (the "Fund") announced today that the Fund's annual stockholder meeting (the "Meeting") will be scheduled for Thursday, March 13, 2025 , via a virtual forum at 11:00 a.m. ET . Stockholders of record as of January 15, 2025 will be entitled to notice of, and to attend and vote at, the Meeting. The notice for the Meeting will be mailed to shareholders on or about February 10, 2025 . The Fund is a closed-end management investment company with the objective of seeking long-term capital appreciation by investing primarily in equity securities (i) of companies for which the principal securities trading market is in the People's Republic of China (" China "), or (ii) of companies for which the principal securities trading market is outside of China , or constituting direct equity investments in companies organized outside of China , that in both cases derive at least 50% of their revenues from goods and services sold or produced, or have at least 50% of their assets, in China . While the Fund is permitted to invest in direct equity investments of companies organized in China , it presently holds no such investments. Shares of the Fund are listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol "CHN". The Fund's investment manager is Matthews International Capital Management, LLC. For further information regarding the Fund and the Fund's holdings, please call (888)-CHN-CALL (246-2255) or visit the Fund's website at www.chinafundinc.com . View original content: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-china-fund-inc-announces-date-of-annual-meeting-of-stockholders-302331705.html SOURCE The China Fund, Inc.
NEW YORK — Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez isn’t defending last week’s targeted execution of UnitedHealthcare executive Brian Thompson, but believes companies like his act in a way that many people might see as life-threatening. “This is not to say that an act of violence is justified, but I think for anyone who is confused or shocked or appalled, they need to understand that people interpret and feel and experience denied claims as an act of violence against them ,” the 35-year-old liberal lawmaker said in a video shared to social media this week. Blasting the nation’s health care system, Ocasio-Cortez said she had no health insurance until joining Congress in 2019. She recalled going to a free clinic for blood work she couldn’t afford while campaigning to represent New York’s 14th District. “Health care in this country has gotten to such a depraved state that people are living with things that they should never have to live with,” she continued in the clip. “We need to understand that extreme levels of inequality in the United States yield high degrees of social instability.” According to the congresswoman, Americans who don’t care that others can’t afford necessities like health care should at least consider the potential danger such desperation and frustration causes all of society. Police in Pennsylvania arrested Ivy League graduate Luigi Mangione on Monday in connection to Thompson’s murder outside a Hilton hotel in Midtown where insurance company investors were scheduled to meet Dec. 4. He’s been charged with murder , illegal weapons possession, forgery and providing false identification to police. Mangione, who’s expected to enter a not guilty plea , reportedly harbored a grudge against insurance companies that profit by denying claims filed by people overwhelmed by medical expenses. When Mangione was apprehended, authorities found a notebook in which he seemingly plotted to target a health care insurance executive. “What do you do? You wack the CEO at the annual parasitic bean-counter convention,” he allegedly wrote, according to the New York Times. “It’s targeted, precise, and doesn’t risk innocents.” Thompson’s killing was celebrated online by many who voiced their own frustrations with insurance companies and the nation’s health care system as a whole. ©2024 New York Daily News. Visit at nydailynews.com . Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
CEO of AIA Sri Lanka Chathuri Munaweera received the Women in Insurance Award from the Geneva Association. Chathuri Munaweera CEO of AIA Sri Lanka The award selection committee – comprising Pauline Leclerc-Glorieux, CEO, BNP Paribas Cardif; Lee Yuan Siong, Group Chief Executive and President, AIA; and Charles F. Lowrey, Chairman & CEO, Prudential Financial, selected Munaweera for her outstanding leadership of AIA’s Sri Lanka business, particularly through the unprecedented post-Covid economic crisis in Sri Lanka. Her appointment as CEO in 2022 coincided with the beginning of Sri Lanka’s worst economic, political and societal turmoil since its independence in 1948. Munaweera’s comprehensive response, including prioritising food security for employees and agents, enabled AIA Sri Lanka to emerge from the crisis financially stable and as a leading insurance provider in the country. A staunch champion of gender equity, inclusivity and sustainability, Chathuri has increased the female workforce at AIA Sri Lanka from 41% to 48% since 2022, introduced women-centric insurance products, and strengthened financial inclusion through bancassurance partnerships. Pauline Leclerc-Glorieux, CEO of BNP Paribas Cardif and Geneva Association Board member, said: “As a business leader, Munaweera demonstrated her ability to successfully bridge strategic vision with day-to-day operations and optimise outcomes for all stakeholders.” Charles F. Lowrey, Chairman & CEO of Prudential Financial, said, “I want to congratulate Chathuri Munaweera on winning the Geneva Association’s 2024 award and for her extraordinary achievements as CEO of AIA Sri Lanka. Chathuri’s leadership embodies the insurance industry’s resilience – and unwavering commitment to customers and employees – in the face of tough challenges.” Chathuri Munaweera said, “I am deeply grateful to the Geneva Association for this esteemed award, which I am truly honoured to receive. “This recognition highlights the incredible work of Team AIA Sri Lanka whom I was privileged to lead through the toughest of times. It also underscores the culture of empowerment fostered by AIA Group, which enables us to reach our full potential. I am humbly proud that winning this award is a testament to the strength of women in leadership and the impactful difference we bring to the insurance industry,” he said. The Geneva Association is the only global association of insurance companies; its members are insurance and reinsurance CEOs. Based on rigorous research conducted in collaboration with its members, academic institutions and multilateral organisations, The Geneva Association investigates key risk areas that are likely to impact the insurance industry, develops recommendations and provides a platform for stakeholders to discuss them. The companies of The Geneva Association members are headquartered in 26 countries around the world; manage USD 21 trillion in assets; employ more than 2.5 million people; and protect 2.6 billion people.Supreme Court dismisses constitutional claim in California air pollution case
Percentages: FG .440, FT .619. 3-Point Goals: 11-26, .423 (Wolf 3-6, Poindexter 3-8, Pence 2-4, Kinziger 2-5, Banks 1-3). Team Rebounds: 3. Team Turnovers: None. Blocked Shots: 3 (Banks, Kinziger, Pence). Turnovers: 7 (Banks 5, Pence, Walker). Steals: 3 (Banks, Kinziger, Pence). Technical Fouls: None. Percentages: FG .444, FT .769. 3-Point Goals: 8-20, .400 (Garcia 2-3, Parker 2-5, Richards 2-6, Charles 1-2, Shumate 1-3, Murray 0-1). Team Rebounds: 3. Team Turnovers: 2. Blocked Shots: 3 (Shumate 2, Charles). Turnovers: 5 (Garcia 2, Murray, Selebangue, Shumate). Steals: 5 (Cooper 3, Charles, Parker). Technical Fouls: None. A_1,525 (3,000).Giants release quarterback Daniel Jones just days after benching him EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The Daniel Jones era in New York is over. The Giants quarterback was granted his release by the team just days after the franchise said it was benching him in favor of third-stringer Tommy DeVito. New York president John Mara said Jones approached the team about releasing him and the club obliged. Mara added he was “disappointed” at the quick dissolution of a once-promising relationship between Jones and the team. Giants coach Brian Daboll benched Jones in favor of DeVito following a loss to the Panthers in Germany that dropped New York's record to 2-8. Conor McGregor must pay $250K to woman who says he raped her, civil jury rules LONDON (AP) — A civil jury in Ireland has awarded more than $250,000 to a woman who says she was raped by mixed martial arts fighter Conor McGregor in a Dublin hotel penthouse after a night of heavy partying. The jury on Friday awarded Nikita Hand in her lawsuit that claimed McGregor “brutally raped and battered” her in 2018. The lawsuit says the assault left her heavily bruised and suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder. McGregor testified that he never forced her to do anything and that Hand fabricated her allegations after the two had consensual sex. McGregor says he will appeal the verdict. Week 16 game between Denver Broncos and Los Angeles Chargers flexed to Thursday night spot The Los Angeles Chargers have played their way into another prime time appearance. Justin Herbert and company have had their Dec. 22 game against the Denver Broncos flexed to Thursday night, Dec. 19. Friday’s announcement makes this the first time a game has been flexed to the Thursday night spot. The league amended its policy last season where Thursday night games in Weeks 13 through 17 could be flexed with at least 28 days notice prior to the game. The matchup of AFC West division rivals bumps the game between the Cleveland Browns and Cincinnati Bengals to Sunday afternoon. NBA memo to players urges increased vigilance regarding home security following break-ins MIAMI (AP) — The NBA is urging its players to take additional precautions to secure their homes following reports of recent high-profile burglaries of dwellings owned by Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis and Kansas City Chiefs teammates Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce. In a memo sent to team officials, a copy of which was obtained by The Associated Press, the NBA revealed that the FBI has connected some burglaries to “transnational South American Theft Groups” that are “reportedly well-organized, sophisticated rings that incorporate advanced techniques and technologies, including pre-surveillance, drones, and signal jamming devices.” Brock Purdy will miss Sunday's game for the 49ers with a shoulder injury SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy will miss Sunday’s game against the Green Bay Packers with a sore throwing shoulder. Purdy injured his right shoulder in last Sunday’s loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Purdy underwent an MRI that showed no structural damage but the shoulder didn’t improve during the week and Purdy was ruled out for the game. Coach Kyle Shanahan said star defensive end Nick Bosa also will miss the game with injuries to his left hip and oblique. Left tackle Trent Williams is questionable with an ankle injury and will be a game-time decision. Red Bull brings wrong rear wing to Las Vegas in mistake that could stall Verstappen's title chances LAS VEGAS (AP) — Max Verstappen is suddenly in jeopardy of being denied a fourth consecutive Formula 1 title Saturday night. Red Bull apparently brought the wrong rear wing to Las Vegas and GPS data showed its two cars to be significantly slower on the straights than both McLaren and Mercedes, which led both practice sessions. Red Bull says it doesn’t have a replacement rear wing in Las Vegas to fix the issue and little chance of getting two flown in from England ahead of the race. Lawyer says ex-Temple basketball standout Hysier Miller met with NCAA for hours amid gambling probe PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A lawyer for former Temple basketball standout Hysier Miller says the 22-year-old sat for a long interview with the NCAA amid an investigation into unusual gambling activity. But neither the lawyer nor federal law enforcement officials on Friday would confirm reports that a federal probe is now under way. Lawyer Jason Bologna says Miller cooperated because he hopes to play again. Miller was released last month after transferring to Virginia Tech. Temple President John Fry says the Philadelphia school has not been asked for any information from federal law enforcement officials. Caitlin Clark to join Cincinnati bid for 16th National Women's Soccer League team WNBA star Caitlin Clark has joined Cincinnati’s bid for an expansion National Women’s Soccer League team. Major League Soccer franchise FC Cincinnati is heading the group vying to bring a women’s pro team to the city. The club issued a statement confirming Clark had joined the bid group. NWSL Commissioner Jessica Berman has said the league plans to announce the league’s 16th team by the end of the year. The league's 15th team will begin play in 2026 in Boston. Alyssa Nakken, first full-time female coach in MLB history, leaving Giants to join Guardians CLEVELAND (AP) — Alyssa Nakken, the first woman to coach in an MLB game, is leaving the San Francisco Giants to join the Cleveland Guardians. Nakken made history in 2022 when she took over as first-base coach following an ejection. A former college softball star at Sacramento State, Nakken joined the Giants in 2014 and was promoted to a spot on manager Gabe Kapler’s staff in 2020, becoming the majors’ first full-time female coach. Nakken has been hired as an assistant director within player development for the Guardians, who won the AL Central last season under first-year manager Stephen Vogt. Nakken, 34, will work with former Giants coaches Craig Albernaz and Kai Correa. Aaron Judge won't be bothered if Juan Soto gets bigger contract from Yankees than his $360M deal NEW YORK (AP) — Aaron Judge won’t be bothered if Juan Soto gets a bigger deal from the New York Yankees than the captain’s $360 million, nine-year contract. Speaking a day after he was a unanimous winner of his second MVP, Judge says “It ain’t my money” and adds "that’s never been something on my mind about who gets paid the most.” Judge led the major leagues with 58 homers, 144 RBIs and 133 walks while hitting .322. Soto batted .288 with 41 homers, 109 RBIs and 129 walks in his first season with the Yankees, then became a free agent at age 26.
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