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Profit, dividend repatriation rises to $807m in July-October KARACHI: The repatriation of profits and dividends from foreign investments in Pakistan increased by 66.26 per cent to $807.2 million in the first four months of this fiscal year, the central bank data showed on Tuesday. Multinational firms and foreign investors who participated in the local stock market sent $413.8 million to their home countries in October, compared with $18.7 million a month earlier. Since the start of the fiscal year 2025, foreign companies operating in Pakistan have been sending home a significant amount of their repatriated revenues due to the ongoing improvement in the nation’s external account. Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves held by the central bank rose by $29 million to $11.29 billion as of November 15.The current account balance recorded a surplus for the third consecutive month in October. Pakistan posted a current account surplus of $349 million in October, bringing the cumulative surplus from July to October to $218 million. Analysts say that although the figures seem higher on an annual basis, they actually show normalised repatriation because the government stopped repatriating profits for several months last year in order to manage external liabilities. Normalised repatriation implies that the government is permitting foreign companies to move their profits overseas. Data from the SBP shows that the amount of profit repatriation from foreign direct investment increased from $456.2 million in July-October of last year to $772.5 million in July-October of FY25. Profits and dividends from investments were paid out in July-October totalled $34.7 million, compared with $29.2 million a year earlier. In July-October FY25, the food sector saw the biggest outflow of profits and dividends, with $186 million, up from $68.4 million last year. After $115.5 million in repatriations, the power sector came in second, while the financial businesses came in third with $94.4 million in outflows in the first four months of the current fiscal year.
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FRISCO, Texas — This article was originally published by our content partners at the Dallas Business Journal. You can read the original article here . There’s nothing worse than last-minute holiday shopping in a crowded mall, surrounded by others in a frenzy. Thankfully, holiday gift shopping just got a lot easier. Drone-delivery company Wing announced on Dec. 18 it was partnering with DoorDash Inc. and Brookfield Properties to deliver items from local malls to households across Dallas-Fort Worth. Starting today, when shoppers order items and meals from Stonebriar Centre in Frisco and Hulen Mall in Fort Worth through DoorDash, there will be an option to have it delivered by drone. More than 50 merchants will be eligible for drone delivery service. Purchases will be packaged and tethered to a drone that travels 150 feet in the air at speeds of 65 miles per hour. Once it arrives at the delivery location, the drone slowly lowers the tether to the ground, releasing the package on a doorstep. According to Wing, items can be delivered in as quick as 15 minutes. While drone delivery is still new, it represents an innovative approach for companies trying to figure out different ways to move things, and even people , in an increasingly congested region. It's a topic that leaders in fields such as retail, real estate, technology and government are following in North Texas. Wing's drones currently support orders up to three pounds. If all items of a delivery can’t fit onto one drone, the order may be split up into multiple boxes carried by different drones. As of now, there is no fee for drone delivery. The partnership aims to help businesses make use of underutilized spaces, such as rooftops or excess parking, and reach more consumers. Only certain addresses are currently eligible and can be checked here . Dallas is the third city that Wing and DoorDash (NYSE: DASH) are partnering in, following pilot programs in Melbourne, Australia and Christiansburg, Virginia . The partnership expansion with Brookfield Properties marks the first time a landlord has tapped into its drone delivery services, with plans to continue throughout 2025. Brookfield Properties Senior Vice President of Business Development Katie Kurtz said that the commercial real estate giant is committed to meeting the changing needs of the ways people shop. The New York City-based company has more than 9,000 employees and manages $141 billion in assets. In the past five years, Wing has completed more than 400,000 commercial deliveries globally. The company is a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc. (Nasdaq: GOOG), Google ’s parent company. Drone delivery services have slowly ramped up across Dallas-Fort Worth, making the Metroplex a hub for drone innovation. Earlier this year, Walmart (NYSE: WMT) dropped drone services in three states to focus on operations in the Dallas area. The retail giant partners with a handful of drone companies, including Wing , DroneUp and Zipline . With authorization from the Federal Aviation Administration to fly beyond the pilot's line of sight, Walmart has outlined a goal of being able to deliver to 1.8 million households in DFW by the end of 2024.
TALLAHASSEE — Matt Gaetz’ knack for courting controversy has finally caught up with him. The right-wing firebrand, political prankster, steadfast Trump defender and party animal stepped down as the president-elect’s choice for Attorney General once it was made clear to him he didn’t have the needed support in the U.S. Senate. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings. Get the latest news, sports, weather and more delivered right to your inbox.IHC upholds SECP verdict in 24-year-old shares dispute IHC affirms SECP’s finding that Moti transferred shares without proper authorisation from account holder ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has rejected an appeal filed by the legal heirs of Siddiq Moti, upholding the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan’s (SECP) ruling in a decades-old dispute over the unauthorised transfer of shares. The appeal challenged decisions by SECP’s securities market division and its appellate bench regarding a complaint dating back to 2000. The IHC affirmed the SECP’s finding that Moti had transferred shares without proper authorisation from the account holder, Naeem Hussain. In its judgment issued on November 19, 2024, the court underscored the SECP’s authority as a regulatory body and emphasized the critical need to safeguard investor securities. The appeal, registered as SECP Appeal No. 06 of 2015, contested the SECP’s May 22, 2015, decision, which had upheld an earlier ruling from September 25, 2009. The case originated from a complaint filed by Naeem Hussain on December 22, 2000. Hussain had alleged that Moti had unlawfully transferred shares from sub-accounts held in his name with the Central Depository Company (CDC). Following a detailed investigation, the SECP concluded that Moti had failed to provide evidence to justify the transactions and had not obtained Hussain’s explicit authorisation. These actions were deemed violations of the Central Depositories Act, 1997. The SECP’s appellate bench had upheld this conclusion in 2015. The IHC, in its ruling, found no procedural or legal flaws in the SECP’s handling of the case. It clarified that general authorisation clauses in account-opening forms do not entitle brokers to transfer securities from clients’ sub-accounts without explicit and documented consent. The court further said that decisions by specialised regulatory bodies like the SECP and its appellate bench cannot be overturned in a second appeal unless substantial legal errors are evident. The IHC also imposed a cost of Rs100,000, to be shared equally between the SECP and the complainant. The SECP welcomed the verdict, describing it as a significant step toward protecting investors and promoting transparency in the capital markets. Over the years, the SECP has intensified its efforts to curb the misuse of client assets within the brokerage industry. To address such risks, the SECP has introduced stricter regulations, including mandatory fortnightly reporting by brokers to the Pakistan Stock Exchange on client asset segregation and the automation of securities transfers directly between buyer and seller accounts, eliminating manual broker interventions. This landmark ruling underscores the SECP’s commitment to ensuring transparency, accountability and the protection of investor interests in Pakistan’s capital markets.Arsenal delivered the statement Champions League win Mikel Arteta had demanded as they swept aside Sporting Lisbon 5-1. Arteta wanted his team to prove their European credentials following some underwhelming displays away from home, and the Gunners manager got exactly what he asked for. Goals from Gabriel Martinelli, Kai Havertz, Gabriel Magalhaes, Bukayo Saka and Leandro Trossard got their continental campaign back on track in style following the 1-0 defeat at Inter Milan last time out. A memorable victory also ended Sporting’s unbeaten start to the season, a streak of 17 wins and one draw, the vast majority of which prompted Manchester United to prise away head coach Ruben Amorim. The Gunners had failed to win or score in their two away games in the competition so far this season, but they made a blistering start in the Portuguese capital and took the lead after only seven minutes. Declan Rice fed overlapping full-back Jurrien Timber, who curled a low cross in behind the home defence for Martinelli to finish at the far post. Arsenal doubled their lead in the 20th minute thanks to a glorious ball over the top from Thomas Partey. Saka escaped the clutches of his marker Maximiliano Araujo to beat the offside trap and poke the ball past advancing goalkeeper Franco Israel for Havertz to tap home. It was a scintillating first-half display which completely overshadowed the presence of Viktor Gyokeres in Sporting’s attack. The prolific Sweden striker, formerly of Coventry, has been turning the heads of Europe’s top clubs with his 24 goals in 17 games this season – including a hat-trick against Manchester City earlier this month. But the only time he got a sniff of a run at goal after an optimistic long ball, he was marshalled out of harm’s way by Gabriel. David Raya was forced into one save, tipping a fierce Geovany Quenda drive over the crossbar. But Arsenal added a third on the stroke of half-time, Gabriel charging in to head Rice’s corner into the back of the net. To rub salt in the wound, the Brazilian defender mimicked Gyokeres’ hands-over-his-face goal celebration. That may have wound Sporting up as they came out after the interval meaning business, and they pulled one back after Raya tipped Hidemasa Morita’s shot behind, with Goncalo Inacio netting at the near post from the corner. Former Tottenham winger Marcus Edwards fired over, as did Gyokeres, with Arsenal temporarily on the back foot. But when Martin Odegaard’s darting run into the area was halted by Ousmane Diomande’s foul, Saka tucked away the penalty. Substitute Trossard added the fifth with eight minutes remaining, heading in the rebound after Mikel Merino’s shot was saved, and Gyokeres’ miserable night was summed up when his late shot crashed back off the post.( MENAFN - EIN Presswire) Small Arms and Light Weapons Global market Report 2024 - Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2024-2033 The Business Research Company's Early Year-End Sale! Get up to 30% off detailed market research reports-for a limited time only! LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, December 19, 2024 /EINPresswire / -- The Business Research Company's Early Year-End Sale! Get up to 30% off detailed market research reports-limited time only! The small arms and light weapons market has seen prominent growth in recent years and is expected to continue on this upward trajectory. The market is set to grow from $13.09 billion in 2023 to $14.01 billion in 2024, resulting in a compound annual growth rate CAGR of 7.0%. This growth momentum is chiefly attributable to a rise in disposable income, emerging market growth, an increase in urban warfare, domestic violence, military expenditure, and the prevalence of drug trafficking and terrorist activities. What is the expected market size and growth of the small arms and light weapons over the next few years? The small arms and light weapons market is anticipated to witness steady growth in the foreseeable future, expanding to $17 billion in 2028 at a CAGR of 5.0%. The growth in the forecast period can be credited to an uptick in defense spending and military modernization programs. For insights into the global small arms and light weapons market, request a sample report: What is the key driver for the growth of the small arms and light weapons market? Increased defense spending globally is expected to fuel the growth of the small arms and light weapons market over the forecast period. With ongoing conflicts and rivalries, countries around the world are pumping more money into their defense sectors. The seventh consecutive increase in global military spending was recorded in 2021, where total expenditure edged up to $2113 billion in real terms, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute SIPRI. To pre-book the full report, follow this link: Which key industry players are driving the growth of the small arms and light weapons market? Major companies propelling the market include Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc, Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc, General Dynamics Corporation, SIG Sauer, Inc, Heckler & Koch GmbH, FN Herstal S.A., Colt's Manufacturing Company LLC, Raytheon, Thales Group, GLOCK Ges.H., and many others. Presently, the advent of polymers to make light weapons and ammunitions, design upgrades and modularity for military-style weapons, the use of 3D printing technology for producing small arms, and other similar trends are attracting a lot of market interest. How is the small arms and light weapons market segmented? The market segments under consideration in this report are categorized into: - By Type: Small Arms And Light Weapons - By Action: Manual, Semi-Automatic, Automatic - By Caliber: 14.5 mm, 9 mm, 12.7 mm, 5.56 mm, 14.5 mm, 7.62 mm - By Firing Systems: Gas-Operated, Manual, Recoil Operated - By End-User Sector: Law Enforcement, Military & Defense, Civil & Commercial How is the small arms and light weapons market distributed regionally? In 2023, Asia-Pacific emerged as the dominant region in the small arms and weapons market. Western Europe, on the other hand, is projected to experience the fastest growth in the global small arms and light weapons market during the forecast period. The regions taken into account in this report include Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Africa. 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The Cincinnati Bearcats men's basketball team has gotten off to a fast start this season in more ways than one. The No. 16 Bearcats have raced to a 5-0 record while outscoring their opponents by more than 31 points per game, with just one team (Northern Kentucky) coming within 16 points. Cincinnati is averaging a robust 87 points per game with one of the more efficient offenses in college basketball. Cincinnati will look to continue that hot streak when it plays host to Alabama State in nonconference action Wednesday evening. Cincinnati has punished opposing defenses in a variety of ways this season. Despite being the No. 14 offense in the nation in Ken Pomeroy's efficiency ratings, the Bearcats aren't among the nation's leaders in pace. Still, they take advantage of those opportunities when they are there. "Us playing fast is something we want to do," Cincinnati forward Dillon Mitchell said. "When I was being recruited here, that was something Coach (Wes) Miller wanted to do. "There could be games where we're not making shots or something is off, but one thing is we're gonna push the ball, play hard and play fast. That's something he preaches. We'll be in shape and get rebounds." Mitchell is fresh off a double-double with 14 points and 11 rebounds in Cincinnati's 81-58 road win at Georgia Tech Saturday. He is one of four Bearcats to average double figures in scoring this season. That balance was on display once again against the Yellow Jackets, with Connor Hickman and Jizzle James also scoring 14 points each and Simas Lukosius contributing 12 points. In that game, Cincinnati sank 51.6 percent of its shots while regularly getting out into transition with 16 fastbreak points, while winning the rebounding battle 36-29. "Any time you get a road win over a quality, Power 4 team, you're gonna feel good about it," Miller said. "I was pleased with our effort." Lukosius is scoring 16.6 points per game, while James is at 14.0 points, followed by Mitchell at 12.4, while he also grabs a team-best 8.6 rebounds. Alabama State (3-3) has a tough task ahead, especially when considering its 97-78 loss at Akron Sunday, which ended a three-game winning streak. The Hornets allowed the Zips to shoot 46.4 percent from the field and were 53-32 in the rebounding battle. Alabama State gave up a season high in points, after playing the likes of LSU and UNLV earlier this season. Akron standout Nate Johnson lit up Alabama State for 25 points, as the game got away from the Hornets in the second half to keep them winless in true road games. Alabama leading scorers CJ Hines and TJ Madlock still got theirs against Akron, scoring 19 and 17 points, respectively. They were joined in double figures by reserve Tyler Mack (18 points), but recent history says they'll need more help to keep up with the Bearcats. Hines leads the Hornets with 15.7 points per game, while Madlock contributes 14.5 points. In previous Akron Basketball Classic wins last week against Omaha and Lamar, Alabama State featured at least four double-digit scorers in each game. --Field Level MediaKSE-100 suffers record single-day drop on political turmoil KARACHI: The KSE-100 Index faced its steepest single-day decline in history on Tuesday, plunging 3,506 points (3.57 per cent) to close at 94,574.16 as political uncertainty triggered panic selling at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX). While the market looked all set to hit the 100,000 mark with a record intraday high of 99,819.59 points, it soon lost its steam. Analysts attributed the fall to heightened political tension in Islamabad and selling pressure during the futures contracts rollover period. Given an unclear political horizon, brokers have also issued cautious warnings to investors in the coming days. The Pakistan Stock Exchange’s (PSX) benchmark KSE-100 Index plunged by a record 3,505.62 points or 3.57 per cent to 94,574.16 points against 98,079.78 points recorded in the last session. The highest index of the day remained at 99,819.59 points while the lowest level was recorded at 94,180.6 points. Muhammad Awais Ashraf, director research of AKD Securities, said that investors are cautious amid the current political climate, but conventional banks provided some support to the index, aided by the removal of the minimum deposit rate for public-sector entities, financial institutions and public limited companies. During this quarter, the E&P and fertiliser sectors, which have been key drivers of the KSE-100 Index due to improvements in energy-sector challenges, experienced significant losses in Tuesday’s trading. Meezan Bank also emerged as the worst performer on the index, impacted by the new profit-sharing formula regulation introduced by the SBP, he said. The KSE-30 index decreased by 1,113.91 points or 3.65 per cent to 29,444.82 points against 30,558.73 points. Traded shares increased by 470 million shares to 1,116.324 million shares from 640.258 million shares. The trading value rose to Rs43.291 billion from Rs25.623 billion. Market capital narrowed to Rs12.052 trillion against Rs12.533 trillion. Of the 456 companies active in the session, 53 closed in green, 355 in red and 48 remained unchanged. Ahsan Mehanti, an analyst at Arif Habib Corp, said, “Panic selling was witnessed at the PSX amid political turmoil following prolonged PTI protests in the capital.” He said political uncertainty, foreign outflows, and selling pressure during the PSX futures contracts rollover period acted as key catalysts for the record bearish activity. The highest increase was recorded in Sapphire Textile Mills Limited, which rose by Rs40.88 to Rs1,177.99 per share, followed by Mehmood Textile Mills Limited, which increased by Rs35.02 to Rs535.4 per share. A significant decline was noted in Rafhan Maize Products Company Limited, which fell by Rs141.07 to Rs7,813.48 per share; Unilever Pakistan Foods Limited followed it, which closed lower by Rs112.79 to Rs19,019.35 per share. Analyst Maaz Mulla at Topline Securities said the KSE-100 Index witnessed its largest-ever single-day decline, dropping 3,506 points (3.57 per cent) to close at 94,574. “This steep fall was driven by political uncertainty stemming from a party’s march towards the capital, shaking investor confidence,” he said. Intraday, the index swung between a low of 3,899 points and a high of 1,739 points. The State Bank of Pakistan’s (SBP) removal of the minimum deposit rate (MDR) on conventional banks for companies, alongside its directive for Islamic banks to pay at least 75 per cent of the weighted average gross yield on PKR savings individual deposits, further unsettled the market. Islamic banks -- MEBL, FABL, and BIPL -- hit their lower price locks (10 per cent), while negative contributions from MEBL, FFC, OGDC, PPL, and HUBC dragged the index down by 1,385 points. On the positive side, HBL, HMB, BAHL, and BAFL added 282 points, softening the blow. Analyst Mubashir Anis Naviwala at JS Global said political uncertainty triggered a market correction of 3,900 points during intraday drading. “After peaking at an intraday high of 99,819 points, widespread panic selling ensued across all sectors, except for conventional banks, which outperformed due to the SBP’s relaxation of the minimum profit rate,” he said. “Moving forward, we advise adopting a cautious stance in the market,” he suggested. K-Electric Ltd remained the volume leader with 101.636 million shares which closed lower by 54 paisas to Rs4.65 per share. BO Punjab followed it with 92.023 million shares, which closed higher by 4 paisas to Rs6.85 per share. Other significant turnover stocks included Hascol Petrol, Fauji Foods Ltd, Sui South Gas, Treet Battery Ltd, Pace (Pak) Ltd, WorldCall Telecom, Cnergyico PK and Waves Home App. In the futures market, 310 companies recorded trading, 35 of which increased, 274 decreased, and one remained unchanged.
FG FT Reb MERCYHURST Min M-A M-A O-T A PF PTS Jusianiec 14 2-4 0-0 0-1 1 3 5 Planutis 28 3-9 3-3 0-0 1 0 10 Reichert 22 5-9 1-2 1-3 0 3 11 Blunt 16 0-5 0-0 0-0 2 1 0 Rathan-Mayes 22 2-3 1-2 0-0 1 2 5 Gamble 23 1-5 0-0 0-2 1 0 2 Lemelman 20 1-6 0-1 0-2 0 0 3 Ivanauskas 15 2-6 2-2 2-6 0 0 7 Lang 12 0-1 0-0 1-2 3 1 0 Thomas 12 1-1 0-0 0-1 0 2 2 Jackson 9 0-2 1-2 1-1 0 1 1 Martin 7 0-0 2-2 0-0 0 0 2 Totals 200 17-51 10-14 5-18 9 13 48 Percentages: FG .333, FT .714.PRINCETON, NJ, Dec. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sonnet BioTherapeutics Holdings, Inc. (the "Company" or "Sonnet") (NASDAQ:SONN), a clinical-stage company developing targeted immunotherapeutic drugs, announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement with institutional investors for the purchase and sale of an aggregate of 1,085,325 shares of its common stock (or common stock equivalents in lieu thereof) (the “Registered Direct Shares”) and warrants to purchase up to an aggregate of 1,085,325 shares of common stock (the “Registered Direct Warrants”), in a registered direct offering. Each share of common stock (or pre-funded warrant in lieu thereof) is being sold in the registered direct offering together with one common warrant at a combined offering price of $2.23, priced at-the-market under the rules of the Nasdaq Stock Market. The Registered Direct Warrants will have an exercise price of $2.10 per share, are immediately exercisable and will expire five years from the date of issuance. The Company has also entered into a definitive agreement with an existing investor, in a concurrent private placement, for the purchase and sale of an aggregate of 673,000 shares of its common stock (or common stock equivalents in lieu thereof) (the “PIPE Shares”) and warrants to purchase up to an aggregate of 673,000 shares of common stock (the “PIPE Warrants”). Each share of common stock (or pre-funded warrant in lieu thereof) is being sold in the private placement offering together with one common warrant at a combined offering price of $2.23, priced at-the-market under the rules of the Nasdaq Stock Market. The PIPE Warrants will have an exercise price of $2.10 per share, are immediately exercisable and will expire five years from the date of issuance. The closing of the registered direct offering and the concurrent private placement is expected to occur on or about December 10, 2024, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions. Chardan is acting as the exclusive placement agent for the registered direct offering and the concurrent private placement. The gross proceeds to the Company from the registered direct offering and the concurrent private placement are expected to be approximately $3.9 million, before deducting the placement agent's fees and other offering expenses payable by the Company. The Company intends to use the net proceeds for research and development, including clinical trials, working capital and general corporate purposes. The Registered Direct Shares are being offered and sold by the Company in a registered direct offering pursuant to a "shelf" registration statement on Form S-3 (File No. 333-251406) that was originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on December 22, 2023, and declared effective on January 4, 2024. The offering of such securities in the registered direct offering is being made only by means of a prospectus supplement that forms a part of the effective registration statement. A final prospectus supplement and the accompanying base prospectus relating to the registered direct offering will be filed with the SEC and will be available on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov . Electronic copies of the final prospectus supplement and the accompanying base prospectus may also be obtained, when available, from Chardan Capital Markets, LLC, 17 State Street, Suite 2130, New York, New York 10004, at (646) 465-9000, or by email at vdealwis@chardan.com . The PIPE Shares, the PIPE Warrants and the Registered Direct Warrants and the shares underlying the PIPE Warrants and the Registered Direct Warrants described above are being offered in a private placement under Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Act"), and Regulation D promulgated thereunder and have not been registered under the Act, or applicable state securities laws. Accordingly, the PIPE Shares, the PIPE Warrants, the Registered Direct Warrants and the shares of common stock underlying the PIPE Warrants and the Registered Direct Warrants may not be offered or sold in the United States except pursuant to an effective registration statement or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements of the Act and such applicable state securities laws. This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any of the securities described herein, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or other jurisdiction in which such an offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or other jurisdiction. About Sonnet BioTherapeutics Holdings, Inc. Sonnet is an oncology-focused biotechnology company with a proprietary platform for innovating biologic drugs of single or bifunctional action. Known as F H AB (Fully Human Albumin Binding), the technology utilizes a fully human single chain antibody fragment (scFv) that binds to and "hitch-hikes" on human serum albumin (HSA) for transport to target tissues. Sonnet's F H AB was designed to specifically target tumor and lymphatic tissue, with an improved therapeutic window for optimizing the safety and efficacy of immune modulating biologic drugs. F H AB is the foundation of a modular, plug-and-play construct for potentiating a range of large molecule therapeutic classes, including cytokines, peptides, antibodies, and vaccines. Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Private Securities Litigation Reform Act, as amended, including those relating to the closing of the registered direct offering and the concurrent private placement and the expected use of proceeds, the outcome of the Company’s clinical trials, the Company's cash runway, the Company's product development, clinical and regulatory timelines, market opportunity, competitive position, possible or assumed future results of operations, business strategies, potential growth opportunities and other statements that are predictive in nature. 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Prospective investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Investor Relations Contact: JTC Team, LLC Jenene Thomas 908.824.0775 SONN@jtcir.com Source: Sonnet BioTherapeutics Holdings, Inc.Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Most of us are not professional chefs or caterers or decorators, so the thought of cooking for and entertaining a Thanksgiving crowd can be daunting. That's why we turned to the experts — professional chefs and caterers and interior designers — to discuss some typical Thanksgiving mistakes and how to avoid them. "The overriding first mistake people make is they think they have more time than they do," said Bistro to Go Cafe and Catering executive chef Kate Kobylinski. She regularly hosts her extended family of 30 and knows "every single problem." "Food takes longer to cook, the table takes longer to set and houses take longer to clean than you think." Clean your house on Monday. On Wednesday, dice vegetables so they're "food-show ready," as Kobylinski put it. Prepare (but don't cook) your green bean casserole (leaving off garnishes like fried onions) so it can just be popped in the oven and set the dining room table. People are also reading... 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But be as specific as possible when doling out the assignments. "Don't let them make their own decisions!" Kobylinski said emphatically. Thanksgiving is "micromanager's heaven." For example, have someone bring ice on Thanksgiving Day because going out to buy it takes time and ice hogs freezer space. If you don't like making desserts, have someone bring one. If a guest wants to prepare a side dish, great, but decide beforehand what they will bring. Ahead of dinner, interior designer Kacie Cope likes to set out all of her serving platters with Post-it notes attached denoting what will go on them. "You'll be amazed if you have them labeled," she said. "People can help in a jiff." During the evening, Kobylinski gives people assigned jobs, such as serving drinks or taking charge of an after-dinner game. And the chef is forgiving about using premade ingredients, like gravy or cranberry jelly. "There's no right or wrong way to make any of your foods," she said. But you might want to give a homemade touch to prepared ingredients, like adding sauteed onions or celery to prepared gravy. "Everyone goes into Thanksgiving Day with a half-frozen turkey," said Kobylinski. "And you can't get the bag of giblets out because they're frozen in place." It takes one day for every 4 pounds of turkey meat to defrost in the refrigerator. (No, it is not safe to leave your frozen turkey out on the counter to thaw and breed bacteria.) So if you've got a 20-pound bird, you've got to start thawing on the Saturday before Thanksgiving. However, there are other methods. Kobylinski suggests submerging the bird and running a thin stream of cold water over it. "It doesn't have to be a lot of water." The U.S. Department of Agriculture says there are only three ways to safely thaw food: In the refrigerator, in cold water or in the microwave. To safely thaw turkey in cold water, the USDA says it takes about 30 minutes per pound. Put the turkey in a leak-proof plastic bag to prevent cross-contamination and submerge it. Change the water every 30 minutes, and cook immediately when it's thawed. If opting for your microwave, follow its instructions for thawing and cook immediately. Then, if you're running late and need to speed things up to satisfy the hungry hordes, you can cut the bird in half before cooking (skin side up). This significantly reduces cooking time, requiring about 10 minutes per pound. Kobylinski also recommends resting the turkey on vegetables in the oven to keep the bottom from getting burned. Private chef and culinary educator Emily Larsen warns that those plastic thermometers in supermarket turkeys are setting you up for failure. The USDA says that you should cook a turkey until the internal temperature is 165 degrees. Plastic thermometers don't pop out until the breast meat is at about 180 degrees, "when your turkey is completely dry," Larsen said. Plus, people forget that meat continues to cook once it's out of the oven. She recommends taking a bird out of the oven when it is at 155 degrees — she likes to use an inexpensive instant-read folding probe thermometer — and continue to monitor it. (Insert it into the thickest part of the breast, avoiding the bone.) "Ten dollars [for the thermometer] can save your Thanksgiving," she said. Some feel that buying a frozen rather than fresh bird is another no-no, since freezing leaches water out of the turkey. However, if, despite your best efforts, your turkey is lacking moisture, Kobylinski has a fix: Put warm chicken or turkey stock and clarified butter into a mister and spritz sliced turkey with it before serving. "The same with stuffing if it's too dry," she said. Grocery chains vie for a place on Thanksgiving tables with turkey dinner deals ANNE D'INNOCENZIOAssociated Press Thanksgiving Day is not the time to try out a completely new recipe. And you don't have to lay out 10 side dishes. In addition to opting for a simple menu, Kobylinski also recommends figuring out how long your items will take to cook and what method of cooking it requires ahead of time. Your turkey will be monopolizing your oven for four hours, so other oven foods should be limited or be easily reheated during the time that the turkey is resting. (As for resting a turkey, the chef puts her turkey on a hot plate with towels over it so "the meat rebinds itself and stabilizes for a smoother cut.") "Stovetop items should be staggered," she said, so you don't have a frying pan and three pots all going at once. As a sample menu, she suggests you might have one baked potato dish and one mashed. And for vegetables, one baked dish and one that is blanched or grilled. Interior designers advise against going too crazy with holiday-specific décor. "There's a lot that's being sold to us that we feel like we need," said Pittsburgh interior designer Amanda Bock. Do you really need a turkey-shaped vase or pilgrim figurines? "They're out for two weeks, and then you have to figure out where to store them," agreed Cope. "It takes an already busy season and makes it stressful in an unnecessary way." Cope says you can take things that are already part of your menu and use them as décor — a bowl of nuts or cranberries, or even removing the label from a cranberry sauce tin and repurposing it as a vase for flowers and fall leaves. Bock adds that dining room table décor should be kept to a minimum, since you'll need space for your food. You don't have to have "big chargers and five plates and three different glasses, plus all of your Thanksgiving food on the table," Bock said. If you do have flowers or a centerpiece in the middle of the table, keep it low, Cope advised. "That way, you can actually see the person who's across the table from you." Tableware and tablecloths might be in fall colors, so they can be repurposed throughout the season. Water glasses or wine goblets could be amber-toned, Bock suggests. Well in advance of your guests' arrival, think critically about the setup of your home. Don't be afraid to rearrange your furniture so your guests move to different areas and don't all congregate in your kitchen. "You want to make sure that there are areas where people can sit and chat, watch the parade or just hang out together," Bock said. Set up a drinks station and an hors d'oeuvres station in different parts of the house, Bock suggests. Though, she admits, "I can't do that in my house because my dogs would just gobble up the hors d'oeuvres." She suggests repurposing a kitchen nook for kid seating, or as a serving area. Kobylinski might set up a half-built puzzle in a side room. She even puts out winter jackets and boots for "the gentlemen" for the moment when she urges them to go out on the porch to smoke cigars and drink brandy so they won't be underfoot. As a finishing touch, don't neglect to set the mood by using lamps around the room instead of harsh overhead lights. Putting out tapers or tea candles establishes an intimate feeling. "That just leans into the cozy fall vibe," Cope said of low lighting. But don't use scented candles, Bock warns. Or a smelly flower arrangement. "That can overwhelm you when you're eating," Bock said. Putting on a favorite music playlist can set the mood and take away self-consciousness, especially early in the evening. The most important thing on Thanksgiving is simply for everyone to enjoy each other's company. A little advance preparation can help you, the host, stay relaxed throughout the evening so you can interact with your guests. As Bock advised, "Keep it simple for Thanksgiving." Let friendship and fellowship be the stars of the show. Best Black Friday deals: When to shop, what to buy and what to skip Tommy Tindall, NerdWallet 100 years of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade 100 years of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade The 98th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade coverage is slated from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. EST Thursday, Nov. 28. This year's event will feature 28 clown crews, 26 floats, 16 giant balloons, 11 marching bands, five performance groups, three "baloonicles"—cold-air inflatables driven down the parade route, and numerous performers. Stacker curated a selection of photographs from the past century of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade to help illustrate the history of the iconic event. The parade in New York City, presented by department store chain Macy's, was first held in 1924 under the heading "Macy's Christmas Parade" to promote holiday sales and spotlight the newly expanded and, at the time, largest in the world Herald Square store in Manhattan. The success of the event led organizers to turn the spectacle into an annual tradition. Each year, the parade ends outside the same Herald Square Macy's location. The event has been televised nationally since 1953 on NBC. The parade at first featured Central Park Zoo animals escorted by Macy's employees and professional entertainers for 6 miles from 145th Street in north Manhattan's Harlem to Macy's. A quarter of a million onlookers lined the streets. Real animals were replaced with balloons in 1927; that same year, the name of the event was changed to Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. The longest-running parade float is the event's unofficial mascot, Tom Turkey. Tom features moving wings, head, and eyes and usually functions as the lead float in the parade. Bringing up the caboose in virtually all the parades is Santa Claus who ushers in the holiday shopping season with his arrival at Macy's Herald Square. The parade offers a glimpse into pop culture of the time, from beloved children's entertainment to hit Broadway shows and musical acts. The Radio City Rockettes, formed in 1925, have performed in the parade annually since 1957. In 1933, the outside temperature was 69 degrees F, the warmest it's been; 2018 was the coldest day in parade history at 19 degrees F. In 2022, for the first time, the event featured a trio of women hosts. Today, more than 44 million people tune in to watch the parade. Keep reading to learn more about the parade's history and see some iconic shots of the event. You may also like: Game on: The booming growth of online gaming 1924: Macy's first parade In Macy's first Thanksgiving parade, Santa Claus sat atop a float pulled by a team of horses down Broadway. That year floats, bands, and Central Park Zoo animals were featured in the procession. At the parade's end, Santa Claus was crowned "King of the Kiddies" on Macy's balcony at the 34th Street entrance. Macy's quickly announced the parade would be an annual event. 1928: Fish and tigers The large balloons that replaced live zoo animals in 1927 were filled with regular air and had no release valves—they were simply let go to pop in the air following the parade. 1928 marked the first year of Macy's inflating balloons with helium to allow them to float. They were also outfitted with valves so the helium could gradually escape rather than waiting for the balloon to inevitably pop, and featured a return address so anyone who found them could return them and receive a reward. In this photo from 1928, a 35-foot fish and 60-foot-long tiger were featured prominently in the parade. A $100 prize was offered for each balloon recovered after its release. 1931: Hippo on parade The Thanksgiving parade enjoyed rapid growth throughout the 1930s, with more than 1 million revelors lining the parade route in 1933. In this 1931 photo, a giant hippopotamus balloon makes its way down Broadway. A blue hippo balloon—possibly this one—released after the parade was still at large several days later, thought to be somewhere over the Atlantic Ocean. 1949: Teddy bear on parade The 23rd annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade was held Nov. 24, 1949. In this photo, a teddy bear makes its way through Times Square. This parade marked the second appearance for the bear. Other balloons made their debut: Freida the Dachshund, Howdy Doody on the Flying Trapeze, and Macy's Hobo Clown. 1955: Flying high Throngs of onlookers pack the sidewalks in Manhattan's Times Square during this 1955 parade. Mighty Mouse, an animated superhero created by Terrytoons, is seen in the back left of the photo. Mighty Mouse made his debut in the Thanksgiving Day parade in 1951; he appeared in 80 short films between 1942-1961. 1958: 'I am what I am' Popeye makes his way through Times Square in the 1959 parade. A year earlier, another helium shortage meant balloons were inflated with air and hung from construction cranes to make their way through the parade route. Also in 1958, the first celebrity performances were added with the Benny Goodman sextet. Live music proved a challenge technically and logistically. The parade was transitioning to the now-familiar lip syncing by 1964. 1961: 'A Fantasy of Christmas' Teen performers appear in classic roller skates in this image from the 1961 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. The sign above the skaters reads "Macy's presents A Fantasy of Christmas in New York." 1961: Shoulder to shoulder This 1961 photo shows shoulder-to-shoulder parade onlookers at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. The year marks the first balloon featuring Bullwinkle Moose and the first year for floats with Pinocchio, The Racetrack Grandstand, Cinderella, Peacock, Ferris Wheel, Brigadoon, Meet the Mets, and Santa's Sleigh. Several years later, in 1968, Macy's creative team figured out how to design floats up to 40 feet tall and 28 feet wide that could fold into 12.5-by-8-foot boxes for strategic transportation from New Jersey to Manhattan via the Lincoln Tunnel. 1972: 'Hey, Rocky!' A Bullwinkle Moose balloon floats down Broadway in this 1972 photograph of the parade. The 46th annual parade featured five firsts for floats: Alphabet Blocks, Snow Mountain, Windmill, Curious George, and Santa's Holiday Home. 1982: It's not easy being green A giant inflatable balloon of Kermit the Frog makes its way down the 1982 parade route in this photo. The parade marked Kermit's sixth appearance. First-time balloons included Olive Oyl and Woody Woodpecker. You may also like: Far from making their last calls, LGBTQ+ bars evolve to imagine a new world 1989: Woody Woodpecker is a crowd favorite Woody Woodpecker greets the crowd as he floats past One Times Square during the 63rd annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in 1989. In the coming years, safety concerns troubled '90s-era parades—namely the wind. Strong gusts in 1993 pushed a Sonic the Hedgehog balloon into a Columbus Circle lamppost that broke and hurt a child and off-duty police officer. Four years later, intense winds caused a Cat in the Hat balloon to hit a lamppost, hurling debris into the air that fractured the skull of a spectator who spent 24 days in a coma. The incident, among others, led then-New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani to form a task force. 2005: Dora's debut Dora the Explorer makes her balloon debut in this 2005 photo. That same year, the M&M 's chocolate candies balloon collided with a streetlight in Times Square, and debris from it injured two siblings. 2011: Elf sprinkles A woman dressed in an elf costume sprinkles spectators with confetti in Times Square during Macy's 85th Thanksgiving Day parade on Nov. 24, 2011. Sonic the Hedgehog and Julius the sock monkey, which was created by Paul Frank, made their balloon entrances that year. You may also like: 5 tips for making your next event more affordable 2015: Familiar faces Snoopy and Woodstock made their way along the 89th annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade route Nov. 26, 2015. To date, Snoopy boasts the most years flown as a character balloon in the event. 2016: A most massive audience In this 2016 photo, spectators like this one recorded videos of the parade on their phones. More than 24 million people were estimated to have streamed the parade that year on TV. 2020: The show must go on Performers in this photo prepare at the 94th annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on Nov. 26, 2020. The event was one of few public occasions to be kept on schedule during the COVID-19 pandemic, albeit in a tempered manner. Much of the performances were pre-taped and the parade route was massively reduced. Participants wore masks and balloon handlers were cut by nearly 90%. 2023: 97 years Santa Claus celebrates at the 97th annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in this photo from Nov. 23, 2023. First-time giant balloons included Beagle Scout Snoopy, Leo (Netflix), Monkey D. Luffy, Po from "Kung Fu Panda," and The Pillsbury Doughboy. Copy editing by Lois Hince. You may also like: From the Roman Empire to your therapist's office: The history of the chaise lounge 1932: Balloon mishaps end rewards In this image, the Felix the Cat balloon is led down Broadway by its four handlers tailed by Terrible Turk and Willie Red Bird. The original Felix the Cat character balloon made its parade debut in 1927, but was destroyed after its post-parade release by a high tension wire in 1931. The Terrible Turk also was destroyed the same year by an electric sign. In 1932, Macy's Tom Cat balloon got stuck in the propeller of a plane when the aviator flying the plane tried recovering the balloon for a reward. While the plane eventually landed safely, that event marked the final year of releasing balloons after the parades and offering prizes for their return to Macy's. 1939: View from the top Pinnochio, Tin Man, and Uncle Sam make their way along the parade route in 1939. Mickey Mouse made his debut five years earlier with a balloon designed in part by Walt Disney; Mickey's handlers were also dressed as mice. New iterations of Mickey appeared over the next 70 years as the character evolved. The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade was canceled from 1942-1944 because of supply shortages during World War II, namely helium and rubber. Festivities returned in 1945. The Christmas classic "Miracle on 34th Street" was released in 1947 and prominently features actual footage from the 1946 parade. 1948 marked the parade's first network television broadcast. You may also like: Legendary interior designers from every decade of the 20th century 1952: Space explorer Macy's original character The Giant Spaceman made his debut in 1952's parade, measuring 70 feet long and 40 feet wide and weighing 600 pounds. More than 25 gallons of paint went into painting the astronaut. An estimated 2.25 million people lined the streets for the festivities that year. 1961: Peacockery The iconic peacock float makes its debut in this photo of the 1961 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. That same year, Miss Teenage America Diane Lynn Cox appeared in princess attire sharing a float with "Prince Charming" actor Troy Donahue. You may also like: Baltimore buried its urban streams—now an artist is bringing one back 1974: A 'hareless' tortoise A solo tortoise float makes its way down the street near Columbus Circle in this 1974 parade photo. Not pictured is the accompanying hare. This marked the seventh appearance of the duo. 1995: 'Soaring Spirit' The Soaring Spirit Canoe float, pictured here in 1995, made its debut in the parade in 1986. Popular '90s balloons included Bart Simpson, Cat in the Hat, and The Rugrats. 2001: 9/11 looms large New York City first responders carry two American flags during the Nov. 22, 2001, 75th Anniversary of Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, which was also held on the heels of 9/11. They honored those killed in the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks that year. New Yorkers crowded the streets to watch the parade, which featured 15 giant balloons and marching bands that all added an air of patriotism to the event. 2017: Pikachu and so much more The Pikachu balloon floats down Central Park West for its fourth time during the 91st annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in 2017. That year's lineup featured 1,100 cheerleaders and dancers, more than 1,000 clowns, 28 legacy balloons, 26 floats, 17 giant helium balloons, 12 marching bands, and six performance groups. For the holidays: Get inspiring home and gift ideas – sign up now!
( MENAFN - Jordan Times) AMMAN - Prime Minister Jafar Hassan on Wednesday, at the Prime Ministry, welcomed Iraqi Parliament Speaker Mahmoud Mashhadani, along with his accompanying parliamentary delegation, who are on an official visit to the Kingdom. The prime minister expressed the Kingdom's pride in the "brotherly" relations with the Iraq, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported. Hassan stressed the importance of maintaining and intensifying communication between the two countries at various levels, mainly in the parliamentary field, to enhance relations in Political and economic arenas and push them towards broader horizons that serve the mutual interests of the two nations and their peoples. He highlighted that Jordan and Iraq share similar economic and developmental goals, and cooperation between them is essential to harness the advantages both countries possess in areas such as industry, trade, energy resources, mining and technology. The premier stressed the importance of bolstering collaboration between the private sector and businesspeople in both countries and utilising joint agreements in various fields. For his part, Mashhadani noted that the next phase requires broader cooperation between the two nations. He affirmed Jordan's honourable stances, under the leadership of His Majesty King Abdullah, on various issues. Mashhadani also highlighted His Majesty's wisdom and dedication to Iraq's interests and regional stability, which are widely appreciated. Talks during the meeting addressed the current regional developments, with both sides underscoring the importance of the region's security and stability and the necessity of collective cooperation to achieve this goal. Minister of Political and Parliamentary Affairs Abdul Monem Odat, Chairman of the Jordanian-Iraqi Parliamentary Brotherhood Committee MP Taysir Abu Orabi and Iraqi Ambassador to Jordan Omar Barzanji attended the meeting. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi and Iraqi Parliament Speaker Mahmoud Mashhadani on Wednesday discussed ways to enhance the "strategic and brotherly" ties between the two countries and explored opportunities for cooperation across various fields. Both sides reiterated their commitment to advancing the "historical" relations between Jordan and Iraq and expanding collaboration to serve the interests of both peoples, according to a ministry statement. Safadi and Mashhadani also went over regional developments, particularly efforts to halt the Israeli aggression on Gaza. They emphasised their support for the Syrian people in rebuilding their country through a Syrian-led political process that fulfils their rights and aspirations, while preserving Syria's unity, sovereignty, security and stability. Meanwhile, Minister of Interior Mazen Faraya also met with Mashhadani and his accompanying delegation, according to Petra. Faraya highlighted the "deep-rooted" Jordanian-Iraqi relations, describing them as "historic with strong social, economic, and security dimensions." The minister reiterated Jordan's commitment, under Royal directives, to expanding cooperation with Iraq, particularly in security and economic domains, to serve the mutual interests of both nations. Mashhadani called for benefiting from the Jordanian expertise, mainly in fields related to water security and climate. Talks during the meeting also went over the latest regional developments, where the two sides underscored the importance of maintaining regional security and stability. MENAFN18122024000028011005ID1109009876 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.
The Cincinnati Bearcats men's basketball team has gotten off to a fast start this season in more ways than one. The No. 16 Bearcats have raced to a 5-0 record while outscoring their opponents by more than 31 points per game, with just one team (Northern Kentucky) coming within 16 points. Cincinnati is averaging a robust 87 points per game with one of the more efficient offenses in college basketball. Cincinnati will look to continue that hot streak when it plays host to Alabama State in nonconference action Wednesday evening. Cincinnati has punished opposing defenses in a variety of ways this season. Despite being the No. 14 offense in the nation in Ken Pomeroy's efficiency ratings, the Bearcats aren't among the nation's leaders in pace. Still, they take advantage of those opportunities when they are there. "Us playing fast is something we want to do," Cincinnati forward Dillon Mitchell said. "When I was being recruited here, that was something Coach (Wes) Miller wanted to do. "There could be games where we're not making shots or something is off, but one thing is we're gonna push the ball, play hard and play fast. That's something he preaches. We'll be in shape and get rebounds." Mitchell is fresh off a double-double with 14 points and 11 rebounds in Cincinnati's 81-58 road win at Georgia Tech Saturday. He is one of four Bearcats to average double figures in scoring this season. That balance was on display once again against the Yellow Jackets, with Connor Hickman and Jizzle James also scoring 14 points each and Simas Lukosius contributing 12 points. In that game, Cincinnati sank 51.6 percent of its shots while regularly getting out into transition with 16 fastbreak points, while winning the rebounding battle 36-29. "Any time you get a road win over a quality, Power 4 team, you're gonna feel good about it," Miller said. "I was pleased with our effort." Lukosius is scoring 16.6 points per game, while James is at 14.0 points, followed by Mitchell at 12.4, while he also grabs a team-best 8.6 rebounds. Alabama State (3-3) has a tough task ahead, especially when considering its 97-78 loss at Akron Sunday, which ended a three-game winning streak. The Hornets allowed the Zips to shoot 46.4 percent from the field and were 53-32 in the rebounding battle. Alabama State gave up a season high in points, after playing the likes of LSU and UNLV earlier this season. Akron standout Nate Johnson lit up Alabama State for 25 points, as the game got away from the Hornets in the second half to keep them winless in true road games. Alabama leading scorers CJ Hines and TJ Madlock still got theirs against Akron, scoring 19 and 17 points, respectively. They were joined in double figures by reserve Tyler Mack (18 points), but recent history says they'll need more help to keep up with the Bearcats. Hines leads the Hornets with 15.7 points per game, while Madlock contributes 14.5 points. In previous Akron Basketball Classic wins last week against Omaha and Lamar, Alabama State featured at least four double-digit scorers in each game. --Field Level Media
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