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NEW YORK (AP) — He's making threats, traveling abroad and negotiating with world leaders. Donald Trump has more than a month and a half to go before he's sworn in for a second term. But the Republican president-elect is already moving aggressively not just to fill his Cabinet and outline policy goals, but to achieve those priorities . Trump has threatened to impose a 25% tariff on goods from Canada and Mexico, prompting emergency calls and a visit from Canada's prime minister that resulted in what Trump claimed were commitments from both U.S. allies on new border security measures. The incoming president has warned there will be “ALL HELL TO PAY" if, before his inauguration on Jan. 20, 2025, Hamas does not release the hostages being held in Gaza . He has threatened to block the purchase of U.S. Steel by a Japanese company, warning "Buyer Beware!!!” And this weekend, Trump was returning to the global stage, joining a host of other foreign leaders for the reopening of the Notre Dame Cathedral five years after it was ravaged by a fire. On Saturday, he met with French President Emmanuel Macron — joined at the last minute by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy — and had plans to see Britain's Prince William also in Paris. Absent in Paris: lame duck President Joe Biden, who has largely disappeared from headlines, except when he issued a pardon of his son , Hunter, who was facing sentencing for gun crimes and tax evasion. First lady Jill Biden is attending in his place. “I think you have seen more happen in the last two weeks than you’ve seen in the last four years. And we’re not even there yet,” Trump said in an over-the-top boast at an awards ceremony Thursday night . For all of Trump's bold talk, though, it is unclear how many of his efforts will bear fruit. The pre-inauguration threats and deal-making are highly unusual, like so much of what Trump does, said Julian Zelizer, a political historian at Princeton University. “Transitions are always a little complicated in this way. Even though we talk about one president at a time," he said, “the reality is one president plus. And that plus can act assertively sometimes." Zelizer said that is particularly true of Trump, who was president previously and already has relationships with many foreign leaders such as Macron, who invited both Trump and Biden to Paris this weekend as part of the Notre Dame celebration. “Right now he’s sort of governing even though he’s not the president yet. He’s having these public meetings with foreign leaders, which aren't simply introductions. He's staking out policy and negotiating things from drug trafficking to tariffs," Zelizer said. Trump already has met with several foreign leaders, in addition to a long list of calls. He hosted Argentinian President Javier Milei in Florida at his Mar-a-Lago club in November. After the tariff threat, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made a pilgrimage to Mar-a-Lago for a three-hour dinner meeting. Canadian officials later said the country is ready to make new investments in border security, with plans for more helicopters, drones and law enforcement officers. Last Sunday, Trump dined with Sara Netanyahu, wife of the Israeli prime minister. Incoming Trump aides have also been meeting with their future foreign counterparts. On Wednesday, several members of Trump's team, including incoming national security adviser Mike Waltz, met with Andriy Yermak, a top aide to Zelenskyy, in Washington, as Ukraine tries to win support for its ongoing efforts to defend itself from Russian invasion, according to a person familiar with the meeting. Yermak also met with Trump officials in Florida, he wrote on X . That comes after Trump's incoming Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, traveled to Qatar and Israel for high-level talks about a cease-fire and hostage deal in Gaza, according to a U.S familiar with the efforts, meeting with the prime ministers of both countries. There is no prohibition on incoming officials or nominees meeting with foreign officials, and it is common and fine for them to do so — unless those meetings are designed to subvert or otherwise impact current U.S. policy. Trump aides were said to be especially cognizant of potential conflicts given their experience in 2016, when interactions between Trump allies and Russian officials came under scrutiny. That included a phone call in which Trump's incoming national security adviser, Michael Flynn, discussed new sanctions with Russia’s ambassador to the United States, suggesting things would improve after Trump became president. Flynn was later charged with lying to the FBI about the conversation. Trump’s incoming press secretary Karoline Leavitt said that, “All transition officials have followed applicable laws in their interactions with foreign nationals.” She added: “World leaders recognize that President Trump is returning to power and will lead with strength to put the best interests of the United States of America first again. That is why many foreign leaders and officials have reached out to correspond with President Trump and his incoming team.” Such efforts can nonetheless cause complications. If, say, Biden is having productive conversations on a thorny foreign policy issue and Trump weighs in, that could make it harder for Biden “because people are hearing two different voices” that may be in conflict, Zelizer said. Leaders like Russia's Vladimir Putin and Netanyahu may also anticipate a more favorable incoming administration and wait Biden out, hoping for more a better deal. It also remains unclear how extensively the Biden administration has been kept apprised of Trump transition efforts. Although there is no requirement that an incoming administration coordinate calls and meetings with foreign officials with the State Department or National Security Council, that has long been considered standard practice. That is, in part, because transition teams, particularly in their early days and weeks, do not always have the latest information about the state of relations with foreign nations and may not have the resources, including interpretation and logistical ability, to handle such meetings efficiently. Still, the Biden and Trump teams have been talking, particularly on the Middle East, with the incoming and outgoing administrations having agreed to work together on efforts to free hostages who remain in held in Gaza, according to a U.S. official, who, like others, was not authorized to comment publicly about the sensitive talks and spoke on condition of anonymity. That includes conversations between Witkoff and Biden’s foreign policy team as well as Waltz and Biden national security adviser Jake Sullivan. Last month, Biden administration officials said they had kept Trump’s team closely apprised of efforts to broker a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah on the Israel-Lebanon border. “I just want to be clear to all of our adversaries, they can’t play the incoming Trump administration off of the Biden administration. I’m regularly talking to the Biden people. And so, this is not a moment of opportunity or wedges for them," Waltz said Friday in a Fox Business interview. But when it comes to immigration, Biden administration officials haven’t been entirely in the loop on discussions around how to execute on Trump’s pledge to deport millions of migrants, according to four administration officials with knowledge of the transition who spoke on condition of anonymity. That’s not terribly surprising given how differently the teams view migration. Trump’s team, meanwhile, is already claiming credit for everything from gains in the stock and cryptocurrency markets to a decision by Walmart to roll back diversity, equity and inclusion policies Trump opposes. “Promises Kept — And President Trump Hasn’t Even Been Inaugurated Yet,” read one press release that claimed, in part, that both Canada and Mexico have already pledged "immediate action” to help “stem the flow of illegal immigration, human trafficking, and deadly drugs entering the United States." Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has stopped short of saying Trump mischaracterized their call in late November. But she said Friday that Trump “has his own way of communicating, like when we had the phone call and he wrote that we were going to close the border. That was never talked about in the phone call.” Earlier this week, Mexico carried out what it claimed was its largest seizure of fentanyl pills ever. Seizures over the summer had been as little as 50 grams per week, and after the Trump call, they seized more than a ton. Security analyst David Saucedo said that "under the pressure by Donald Trump, it appears President Claudia Sheinbaum’s administration is willing to increase the capture of drug traffickers and drug seizures that Washington is demanding.” Biden, too, tried to take credit for the seizure in a statement Friday night. ___ Associated Press writers Matthew Lee, Aamer Madhani, Colleen Long and Ellen Knickmeyer in Washington and Mark Stevenson in Mexico City contributed to this report.Elon Musk’s mom says it’s ‘degrading’ to call her son ‘wealthy’: He’s ‘the genius of the world’
Ravens' running game was crucial in a big win over the Chargers, especially on 4th downLANDOVER, Md. (AP) — The ball bounced through KaVonte Turpin’s legs and stopped at the 1-yard line. He picked it up, made a spin move and was off to the races. Turpin’s 99-yard kickoff return touchdown was the highlight of the Dallas Cowboys’ 34-26 win at Washington on Sunday that ended their losing streak at five. That came with just under three minutes left, and then Juanyeh Thomas returned an onside kick for a TD to provide a little happiness in the middle of a lost season. “Feels good to win,” coach Mike McCarthy said. “It’s been a minute.” Chauncey Golston ripping the ball out of Brian Robinson Jr.'s hands for what counted as an interception of Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels and Donovan Wilson forcing a fumble of John Bates earlier in the game helped put the Cowboys in position to make it a game, as did the play of Cooper Rush. Turpin’s monster return after initially muffing the retrieval had everyone buzzing. “He did that for timing,” McCarthy said. “That was part of the plan. He’s a special young man. Obviously a huge play for us.” Commanders safety Jeremy Reaves, the All-Pro special teams selection two seasons ago, was the first one down the field and blamed himself for not tackling Turpin when he had the chance. RELATED COVERAGE Austin Ekeler was concussed late in the Commanders’ loss and taken to hospital for evaluation Seibert misses an extra point late as the Commanders lose their 3rd in a row, 34-26 to the Cowboys Stroud and AFC South-leading Texans return to division play with visit from struggling Titans “I’ve made that play 100 times,” Reaves said. “I didn’t make it today, and it cost us the game.” Turpin’s spin move will likely be replayed over and over — and not stopped by many. Receiver CeeDee Lamb called it “his escape move” because Turpin has been showing it off in practice. “I know I can just get them going one way and then spin back the other way,” Turpin said. “That’s just one of my moves when I’m in trouble and I’ve got nowhere to go: something nobody ever seen before.” The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Get the poll delivered straight to your inbox with AP Top 25 Poll Alerts. Sign up here . In a wacky finish that McCarthy likened to a game of Yahtzee, Thomas’ return was almost as unexpected. It came with 14 seconds left after Washington kicker Austin Seibert missed the extra point following Daniels’ 86-yard touchdown pass to Terry McLaurin to leave Dallas up 27-26. “I kind of waited a second and I was like: ‘Should I try? Should I try?’” Thomas said. “I said, ‘I think I’m gonna score the ball,’ so just ran and I scored.” The Cowboys’ playoff odds are still incredibly long at 4-7, but with the New York Giants coming to town next for the traditional Thanksgiving Day game at Dallas, players are willing to dream after winning for the first time since Oct. 6. “Lot of games left,” said Rush, who threw two TD passes. “Pretty insane. ... I think both sides of the ball and special teams picked each other up all game. I think it was a full team effort. Finally picking each other up like we’re supposed to.” ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nflEditor’s Note: Over the next few issues, we will publish our annual look back at some of the top stories, newsmakers and images that shaped the year. Following are some of the top stories published in the Bulletin during April, May and June of 2024. April Tryon’s April Fools’ Day Celebration makes a spirited comeback Downtown Tryon saw the return of the April Fools’ Day festivities, which included live music, a parade, the ‘Trashion Show,’ and the Outhouse Race. Last held in 2018, the event was sponsored by the Tryon Downtown Development Association. The parade featured various organizations decked out in their wackiest attire, and Pete Veihman and company won the Outhouse Race. Eventgoers were delighted by the oddball event. Tryon Little Theater acquires permanent home After 75 years of doing vagabond theater, the Tryon Little Theater announced that it had acquired a permanent home after acquiring ownership of the building it had rented for 19 years, located at 516 South Trade Street in Tryon. TLT Board President Mark Sawyer said he and his team were excited about what lies ahead. Solar eclipse visible from Polk County Many folks in Polk County and Landrum were looking to the sky on Monday, April 8, as a partial solar eclipse was visible in the foothills. The solar eclipse reached 85% totality in our area. One dead, another injured in Columbus shooting A shooting took place on Thursday, April 11, at the Ashley Meadows apartment complex in Columbus, killing Dwight Bennett, 20, of Landrum, and injuring Chris Rickman, who was taken to the hospital and later released. The suspected shooter, William Nelson Campbell, 19, of Spartanburg, was arrested at the scene and charged with second-degree murder and assault with serious bodily injury. Tryon holds 76th Annual Block House Steeplechase The 76th Annual Block House Steeplechase was held on Saturday, April 13. The event featured a tailgate decorating competition, a kid’s zone with lots of fun activities for children, and plenty of food vendors and shopping opportunities. The prizes for the day totaled $110,000. Mill Spring man sentenced in shooting death of Talia Petoia On Monday, April 15, Tyler Laughter pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter in Polk County Superior Court and was sentenced to 15 to 27 months in prison. Laughter shot his girlfriend, Talia Petoia, on March 10, 2023, who died at the age of 27. Approximately 30 of Talia’s family and friends attended the sentencing. Grand opening held for Landrum Rail and History Museum The City of Landrum held the grand opening of its Rail and History Museum on Saturday, April 27. After a speech by Mayor Robert Briggs, Jennifer Ossting Shaw and Adam Shaw, daughter and grandson of Ken Ossting, who donated the railcar to Landrum, addressed those in attendance. The Landrum Rail and History Museum is located at the Historic Landrum Depot at 211 North Trade Avenue. In Memoriam Mary Elizabeth Greene Katharine Marie Janes Ina Jewel Conner Constance Karon Whittle Bishop Lillie “Magdalene” Bradey Marilyn Linda Moore Patricia “Patsy” Ryan Jeffry Edward Jenkins John Hugh Hicks Jerry Michael Waddell Peter Shanahan Philip Eugene (Gene) Morehead Karen Parker-Binns William Scott Thayer Holcomb Carolyn Fagan Stubblefield ______________ May Polk County launches community listening sessions in response to the opioid epidemic Polk County’s Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee began community listening sessions to respond to the opioid epidemic. Community members were asked to review strategy options under North Carolina’s Opioid Planning Agreement. In 2018, the county signed on to a Class Action Lawsuit to hold drug makers, distributors, and several retail pharmacy chains accountable for fueling the epidemic. This litigation resulted in a payout to Polk County of slightly over $3 million, which will be distributed over the course of 18 years. Inaugural Columbus Spring Festival takes place downtown The first-ever Columbus Spring Festival took place on Saturday, May 11, on Gibson St. and the courthouse lawn. The festival was created by Jenny and Kevin English, owners of Bear’s Den Trading Post and Discover Columbus. Jenny, inspired by Hendersonville’s Apple Fest, wanted to utilize Columbus’s downtown area for a spring-themed event. The festival celebrated local vendors, craftspeople, and music. Columbus honors Paul’s Barber Shop on its 25th anniversary The Town of Columbus honored Paul’s Barber Shop with a proclamation for its 25th year in business. The shop opened its doors in downtown Columbus on May 11, 1999, and has been a staple of the community ever since. Owner Paul Heyer started working as a barber in Hendersonville in 1997, and said the proclamation was unexpected. “The mayor came in, and he asked how long we’d been in business, and I thought it was just a normal conversation,” he said. “So I was surprised by the whole thing.” 19th annual Saluda Arts Festival celebrates art and culture On a cool Saturday in Saluda, the 19th annual Saluda Arts Festival graced Main Street with an array of artists and art forms. Over 100 skilled artists, each with their unique style and medium, showcased their creations at the festival. From intricate jewelry and vibrant paintings to delicate ceramics and captivating photographs, the festival truly celebrated diverse art forms. Polk County Schools honored for support of military-connected students and families Polk County Schools was recognized with the esteemed Purple Star Award for its support of military-connected students and families. The award highlights Polk County Schools’ dedication to ensuring that military-connected students receive the resources and assistance they need to thrive academically and socially, acknowledging the challenges they may face due to frequent relocations and deployments. Tryon Parks Committee beautifies Woodland Park The Tryon Parks Committee worked to beautify the Woodland Park entrance near Carolina Drive, thanks to the Polk County Appearance Commission and the Tryon Garden Club. The effort began by controlling a patch of kudzu that had been established for a decade or more. Volunteers planted new native species and installed large boulders. In Memoriam Linda Burch Eiserloh Pastor Kenneth D. Braswell Harriet Byars Peoples Frederick Berlinger Robert “Rocky” Obermille Nate Stewart Jane Kennedy Hart Calvin Frank Ruff Burton B. Blackwell Elizabeth Boone Ray Higgins Arnold G. Skipper Wynona Ormand Joye John Elliott Elizabeth (Betty) Winkel __________________ June Dark Corner Classic Car Show sees record turnout The Dark Corner Classic Car Show in downtown Landrum showcased 253 registered cars, trucks, and motorcycles, making it the most successful show in its six-year history. Vehicle enthusiasts enjoyed ideal weather, lively music, and an impressive display of horsepower. A donation of $10,000 to Landrum’s Brookwood Park was announced at the event. Former Polk County teacher found guilty of indecent liberties with a student On Wednesday, June 12, a former Polk County High School teacher, John Brian Taylor, 51, of Landrum, was found guilty on charges of taking indecent liberties with a student. Taylor received a suspended sentence of a minimum of six months and a maximum of seventeen months in prison should he violate the terms of probation. He was also ordered to register as a sexual offender for the next thirty years. Court records show that on November 15, 2022, deputies received information that a student had been inappropriately touched by Taylor. Jackson’s Wrecker celebrates 50 years Jackson’s Wrecker Service celebrated its 50th anniversary on Saturday, June 15, at Veterans Park in Columbus. The event featured food, bounce houses for the kids, and live entertainment by Heath Fowler Music and The Dirty South Band. Started in 1974 by the late David Jackson, Jackson’s Wrecker Service quickly became the top wrecker service in the area by developing great relationships with the community. Roseland celebrates Juneteenth and RISE! Over 300 people converged on the grounds of Roseland Community Center on Saturday, June 15, for a community celebration of Juneteenth and the launch of a new generation of RISE!, Roseland’s longstanding summer program for youth. People from Polk, Rutherford, Henderson, Greenville, and Spartanburg counties joined Eastside residents for the celebration. Landrum Fire and Rescue District receives grant for new drone The Landrum Fire and Rescue District received a grant from Duke Energy to purchase a new drone. The grant was given to the Landrum Fire and Rescue District as part of a $500,000 microgrant from Duke Energy, which donates funds to 33 nonprofits and government agencies across South Carolina. Linda Hannon, Duke Energy’s Director of Government and Community Relations, presented the Fire Department with a check for $17,000 on Wednesday, June 19. In Memoriam Frances Parker Page Paul H. Ritchey Henry Robertson Charles Waters Robert Leggitte Deterly Dean Winesett Susan Hettinger Joan Francke Remick Post Jack Arnold Taylor William MacGuire Gordon
McDonald’s is pulling out all the stops to rebuild its reputation and lure customers back after an E. coli outbreak linked to slivered onions in its Quarter Pounder hamburgers. The fast-food giant has reportedly earmarked $100 million for recovery efforts, including marketing and franchisee support to address the fallout. Don't Miss: It’s no wonder Jeff Bezos holds over $70 million in art — this alternative asset has outperformed the S&P 500 by a significant margin delivering an average annual return of 11.5%. Here’s how many are getting started. The global games market is projected to generate $272B by the end of the year — for $0.55/share, this VC-backed startup with a 7M+ userbase gives investors easy access to this asset market. The outbreak infected more than 100 people across 14 states, hospitalized 34 and tragically claimed one life, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC traced the source to a supplier that has since recalled the product, Business Insider reported. Still, McDonald's is feeling the heat. The company acknowledged the toll in its third-quarter earnings report, which revealed a decline in-store visits and daily sales as cautious customers stayed away. McDonald’s stock has dropped over 7% in the past month. The crisis has had a broad impact on business. Trending: Deloitte's fastest-growing software company partners with Amazon, Walmart & Target – You can still get 4,000 of its pre-IPO shares for with $1,000 for just $0.25/share To regain customer trust, McDonald's is spending $35 million on marketing campaigns, including a new TV ad promoting a limited-time offer of 10 Chicken McNuggets for just $1 via the McDonald’s app. The campaign aims to draw customers back with deals that highlight familiar favorites. An additional $65 million is being directed to support the franchisees hit hardest by the outbreak. These funds will cover operational losses and other costs as local operators work to recover from the health scare’s effects on traffic and sales. Michael Gonda, McDonald’s Chief Impact Officer for North America and Tariq Hassan, Chief Marketing and Customer Experience Officer, addressed the crisis head-on in a memo seen by CNN. “The relevance, trust and love for the Golden Arches has been hard-earned over nearly 70 years by our unwavering commitment to do the right thing,” they wrote. “The past three weeks have only further exemplified that.” See Also: This rooftop wind turbine is taking on a market projected to reach over $900 billion by 2032 — With already over 40,000 users signing up to purchase, here's a chance to be an early investor today! The fallout has demonstrated the importance of food safety and customer loyalty in maintaining McDonald's iconic brand. As the company works to restore confidence, the memo clarifies that rebuilding “trust and love” is a top priority. While the company's recovery plan is strong, the future remains uncertain. Analysts and investors will watch closely to see whether McDonald's can successfully rebound from the crisis and reignite customer enthusiasm. The Golden Arches are betting on turning a tough situation into an opportunity to show resilience and commitment to its customers. Read Next: ‘Scrolling to UBI': Deloitte's #1 fastest-growing software company allows users to earn money on their phones – invest today with $1,000 for just $0.25/share If there was a new fund backed by Jeff Bezos offering a 7-9% target yield with monthly dividends would you invest in it ? © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.
Sky Labs Inc., BrainU Co., Ltd., and ANDOPEN Co., Ltd. will be recognized as Innovation Award Winners SEOUL, South Korea , Dec. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Following its successful participation last year, Seongnam City will participate in CES 2025, the world's largest consumer electronics and information technology exhibition. The event will take place from January 7 to 10, 2025 , in Las Vegas , USA . Seongnam City will operate the "Seongnam Pavilion," which will support 25 local startups from the Seongnam region and highlight their innovative technologies and products. CES 2025 will attract approximately 4,400 companies and over 130,000 attendees worldwide. At CES 2024, Seongnam City garnered significant attention from domestic and international investors and buyers by showcasing startups with outstanding technological capabilities. This effort established valuable global networks and expanded market opportunities, achieving a total contract value of KRW 145.5 billion . These tangible outcomes highlighted the high level of satisfaction among participating companies. This year, Seongnam City, a leading innovative hub in South Korea , aims to actively support local startups in expanding into overseas markets and building global networks through its participation in CES 2025. The Seongnam Pavilion will feature cutting-edge technologies and products across advanced industries such as artificial intelligence (AI), healthcare, smart cities, and mobility. Through these efforts, Seongnam City seeks to further solidify its position as a "Global Innovation City." Notably, three companies from Seongnam were honored with CES Innovation Awards, demonstrating their technological excellence and global competitiveness on the world stage: Sky Labs Inc. : Recognized for its QuickGlyTM technology, which non-invasively measures glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c). BrainU Co., Ltd.: Honored for its VET CAI, an EEG-based depth-of-anesthesia monitoring device designed for animals. ANDOPEN Co., Ltd.: Awarded for its SNAPPASS, a next-generation two-step authentication solution based on facial recognition. Seongnam City stated, "By participating in CES 2025, we aim to showcase Seongnam's innovative technologies to the global stage and provide a launchpad for our startups to expand into international markets." Meanwhile, the Seongnam Pavilion will feature 25 companies, including BRYTN Co., Ltd., NTL HEALTHCARE Co., Ltd., EMTAKE Inc., AWESOME LAB Co., Ltd., JNL Co. Ltd., Linkface Co., Ltd., Emma Healthcare Co.,Ltd., NC& Co.,Ltd, Becon Co.,Ltd, LITBIG, Inc., GeodeSound., Inc, MEDIAIPLUS, INC, BoS Semiconductors, Sky Labs Inc., STRATIO, INC., BrainU Co., Ltd., analogue plus Co.,Ltd., EX Healthcare Inc., Mangoslab, Littleone, Bluefeel Co., Ltd., Aram Huvis Co., Ltd., Real Design Tech Co.,Ltd., Crescom Co., Ltd., ANDOPEN Co., Ltd. These companies are set to unveil their groundbreaking technologies at the exhibition. View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/seongnam-city-to-participate-in-ces-2025-paving-the-way-as-a-global-innovation-hub-302339453.html SOURCE Seongnam CityOn Monday, the first shovel was turned for a new 45,000 sqm logistics building at Halvorsäng, just a stone’s throw from the Port of Gothenburg. The port and Castellum have now begun work on building a fully leased, efficient, and sustainable logistics facility through a joint venture. The tenant is the medical technology company OneMed, which plans to move in during 2026. “We look forward to welcoming OneMed to Sweden’s best logistics location and are pleased to bring another strong player into the port cluster, which also contributes additional volume over the port’s quays. It is gratifying that OneMed sees significant advantages in the distribution opportunities this location offers, and with the Port of Gothenburg and Castellum as a long-term partner,” says Göran Eriksson, CEO of the Port of Gothenburg. The Port of Gothenburg and Castellum are creating a new, modern logistics park with high sustainability ambitions and good access roads to the largest port in the Nordics, intermodal terminal, industries, and major highways to and from Gothenburg. In this new logistics park, OneMed is the first tenant to sign an agreement. “We are pleased to have found an excellent location and partner for our new, modern, and sustainable facility. This is a large and important investment for us, which will create space for our future growth and further improve our services to support Sweden’s healthcare and emergency preparedness,” says Robert Schmidt, CEO of OneMed Sweden. Representatives from Castellum, The Port of Gothenburg, and OneMed put the first shovel(s) in the ground for OneMed’s building at Halvorsäng, just north of the port. Photo: The Port of Gothenburg. The new facility, which will cover 45,000 sqm, will be built according to “Miljöbyggnad 4.0” standards and has a total contract value of close to 50 million EUR over a 12-year lease period. The planned facility will have high sustainability ambitions, including solar panels with an annual production capacity of 3 GWh. The total investment for the joint venture is over 50 million EUR. “We are very proud to offer OneMed a newly built logistics facility at Halvorsäng, one of the absolute best locations in the Nordics for logistics and distribution. The facility will be one of the largest in the region, with its 45,000 sqm, and will house both efficient warehouse spaces and attractive workplaces for OneMed’s employees in Gothenburg,” says Örjan Rystedt, CEO of Castellum Region West. Although the first formal groundbreaking took place on Monday, the initial work on the building has already begun a month ago. Blasting and work on the concrete slab that will support the load required for the part of the building designated as high storage has started. In the coming weeks, the building framework will begin to rise. All jobs are on schedule, and the building is expected to be ready for occupancy by mid-2026. In total, Castellum and the Port of Gothenburg plan to develop several buildings ranging from 10,000 to 50,000 sqm in the joint venture. Some of the buildings could be up to 35 meters high, allowing for space-efficient storage of large volumes. When the entire area is completed, the total building area will amount to approximately 145,000 sqm. Source: Port of Gothenburg
Andrej 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