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El Salvador's Congress approves ending ban on metals miningWith Bitcoin ( BTC -2.01% ) hitting new all-time highs and breaking through the $100,000 price level in December, it's perhaps no surprise that many investors are exploring the pros and cons of adding this cryptocurrency to their portfolios. But just how much of your portfolio should you be allocating to Bitcoin ? The percentage might be lower than you think. According to BlackRock ( BLK -0.96% ) , the $11.5 trillion asset management firm behind the most popular spot Bitcoin ETF (the iShares Bitcoin Trust ), the optimal allocation for most investors is still just 2%. Why a 2% Bitcoin allocation makes sense BlackRock started by considering a typical 60/40 portfolio (60% stocks , 40% bonds ). It then modeled the impact of adding progressively higher amounts of Bitcoin to that portfolio, to see how it changed its overall risk-reward profile. BlackRock considered three possible allocations for Bitcoin: 1%, 2%, and 4%. If you allocate 1% of your portfolio to Bitcoin, you will benefit from overall portfolio diversification. However, there may not be enough upside potential to justify adding Bitcoin to your portfolio, given the inherent risk and volatility of cryptocurrencies. If you allocate 4% of your portfolio to Bitcoin, then the overall risk of your portfolio increases significantly, and it starts to be levered too highly to crypto. In other words, your stocks may be doing great, but one bad year from Bitcoin could spoil it all. A 2% allocation offers the best of both worlds in Blackrock's view: It provides enough diversification to lower your overall risk profile, and it also provides enough upside potential to justify adding it to your portfolio. With a 2% allocation, says BlackRock, you're basically taking on the same amount of risk as if you were investing in a "Magnificent Seven" tech stock , with the potential for higher returns. As BlackRock points out, those higher returns are possible because of Bitcoin's growing global adoption. The more that Bitcoin tips into the mainstream, the higher its price should go. That's because the total lifetime supply of Bitcoin is capped at 21 million coins, and nearly 20 million coins are already in circulation. Any increase in global adoption should send Bitcoin demand soaring. Rising demand, combined with a fixed supply, should send the price of Bitcoin higher as well. What is the optimal Bitcoin allocation? At this point, you might be scratching your head. A 2% allocation to Bitcoin sounds rather low, considering that some crypto investors -- such as Bitcoin evangelist Michael Saylor of MicroStrategy -- are advocating that you go all-in on Bitcoin. And, earlier this year, Cathie Wood of Ark Invest concluded that the optimal allocation for Bitcoin was 19.4%. So what gives? The optimal Bitcoin allocation really depends on you. How much risk are you willing to take on? And how bullish are you about Bitcoin's future growth prospects? If you think that Bitcoin is eventually going to replace the U.S. dollar and become the most important asset in the world -- as Saylor does -- then you might want to boost your allocation. You could also be inspired to increase your Bitcoin allocation if you think that Bitcoin has a good chance of outperforming tech stocks over the long haul -- as Wood does. If, on the other hand, you think that Bitcoin is still too risky and volatile, then you might want to dial back your allocation to 1% or lower. From my perspective, the 2% allocation recommended by BlackRock is the "Goldilocks" number: It's not too small, and it's not too big. You're taking on essentially the same amount of risk as investing in a Magnificent Seven tech stock, but with the potential for even richer rewards. For investors with a 60/40 portfolio, this approach makes a lot of sense. It might be less reasonable if you have a riskier portfolio (say, an 80/20 portfolio). Impact of the Trump presidency As BlackRock pointed out in its report, investors should keep in mind the potential impact of a Trump presidency when making projections about Bitcoin's future upside potential: "The run-up to record highs after the recent U.S. election reflects investors upping the chance of greater adoption given President-elect Donald Trump's statements and personnel picks supportive of cryptocurrencies." So keep your eyes on what's happening in Washington, D.C. If the Trump White House follows through on pro-Bitcoin promises made on the campaign trail -- such as the creation of a strategic Bitcoin reserve -- then the rate of global Bitcoin adoption might skyrocket over the next four years. And that, in turn, could lead to an entirely new evaluation of what the optimal Bitcoin allocation should be.
Tupac went out on top. His 1996 release All Eyez on Me is a sprawling, double disc classic. "How Do U Want It," one of the album's best known singles, shot to number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1996. The song has seen renewed interest recently, thanks to a dance challenge that has been sweeping social media. The challenge has seen men and women two step to a particular lyric from Tupac's first verse. "Love the way you activate your hips and push your a*s out," he raps. Not everybody loves the challenge, though. It's difficult to scroll through TikTok without seeing at least one person attempting the Tupac challenge. It seems like a good thing on the surface, to reintroduce the rapper's music to a new generation. Some feel the dance challenge is not appropriate for the children who are attempting it. There's been a lot of social media users who believe underage kids should not be dancing to a lyric instructing them push their "a*s out." Especially given Tupac's dubious history with sexual assault allegations. The rapper was convicted of two counts of first-degree sexual abuse. for "forcibly touching the woman's buttocks" in 1994. Not the best association. Read More: Lil Xan Ordered To Pay $27K After Threatening Tupac Fan With A Gun There was a sect of Tupac fans who took a different stance, however. They believed that using a Tupac song for a dance challenge diminishes the rapper's legacy. One irate Twitter user went as far as to theorize that 'Pac would be fuming to find out what his song was being used for. "If Tupac knew u ni**gas was shaking y'all a*s to that song he a be pissed," they wrote. It's worth noting the "How Do U Want It" rapper started his artistic career as a dancer. He even performed in a high school production of The Nutcracker . Furthermore, Tupac knew the importance of making songs that catered to different demographics. Part of the reason why he connected with so many listeners was the range of song topics he dished out. 'Pac could rap about dead loved ones on "Life Goes On" or despair on "Heartz of Men." But he could also turn around and give listeners a party anthem like "How Do U Want It" or "California Love." He contained a multitude of tastes and thematic interests.Myles Garrett becomes first in NFL history to record 14 sacks in four consecutive seasonsTech review: Gift options for the cord cutterBush footy players beware: you're about to run into a former Canberra Raiders 120 kilogram beast in what could go down as the signing of the off-season for country clubs across Australia. Subscribe now for unlimited access . Login or signup to continue reading All articles from our website & app The digital version of Today's Paper Breaking news alerts direct to your inbox Interactive Crosswords, Sudoku and Trivia All articles from the other regional websites in your area Continue The Canowindra Tigers have lured Shannon Boyd out of retirement to get him on the field in the Woodbridge Cup side. The club confirmed his signing late on Tuesday night, announcing his deal to be a player-coach alongside Ron Lawrence. Boyd was one of the most feared props in the NRL when at the peak of his powers. He played 125 games in the NRL and five Tests for Australia in a career that ended prematurely because of injury. The fact he's now just 32 years old should strike fear into weekend rugby league players out west given Boyd's reputation for being an NRL bruiser. He burst into the NRL in 2014 and was one of the best front-rowers in the game when he was at the Raiders before he moved to the Titans in 2019. He played just two seasons before moving home to Cowra. "Shannon brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the club, having played 125 games in the NRL, also playing for Australia for the Kangaroos," the Canowindra Tigers said on social media. "We are stoked to have Shannon and his family join our club, and are looking forward to a successful season ahead." Boyd, who played alongside Lawrence during his days with Cowra Magpies more than a decade ago, hasn't played since his retirement from the NRL in 2020. The Cowra junior was one of the most destructive props in the world at his peak, helping lead the Raiders to a preliminary final in 2016. Shannon Boyd, Paul Vaughan and Jack Wighton. Photo: Gareth Gardner His efforts gained the attention of Australian coach Mal Meninga, who picked Boyd as part of the Kangaroos' Four Nations squad the same year. Having settled back in the region following his retirement, the 32-year old's playing comeback four years on is a boon for the Tigers. 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PHILADELPHIA and PERTH, Australia , Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Arcadium Lithium plc ALTM LTM ", Arcadium Lithium", )), a leading global lithium chemicals producer, today announced that it has obtained all requisite shareholder approvals in connection with the proposed acquisition by Rio Tinto previously announced on October 9 , 2024. "Today's vote of support by our shareholders confirms our shared belief that with Rio Tinto, we will be a stronger global leader in lithium chemicals production. Together, we enhance our capabilities to successfully develop and operate our assets while supporting the clean energy transition. We are confident that this transaction will provide future benefit to our customers, employees and the communities in which we operate, and I am excited by the path ahead," said Paul Graves , president and chief executive officer of Arcadium Lithium. The final voting results of Arcadium Lithium's special meetings will be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission in a Form 8-K and will also be available at https://ir.arcadiumlithium.com . Regulatory Update As of this release, merger control clearance has been satisfied or waived in Australia , Canada , China , the United Kingdom and the United States (Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976). Additionally, investment screening approval has been satisfied in the United Kingdom . The proposed transaction is still expected to close in mid-2025, subject to the receipt of remaining regulatory approvals and other closing conditions. Arcadium Lithium Contacts Investors: Daniel Rosen +1 215 299 6208 daniel.rosen@arcadiumlithium.com Phoebe Lee +61 413 557 780 phoebe.lee@arcadiumlithium.com Media: Karen Vizental +54 9 114 414 4702 karen.vizental@arcadiumlithium.com About Arcadium Lithium Arcadium Lithium is a leading global lithium chemicals producer committed to safely and responsibly harnessing the power of lithium to improve people's lives and accelerate the transition to a clean energy future. We collaborate with our customers to drive innovation and power a more sustainable world in which lithium enables exciting possibilities for renewable energy, electric transportation and modern life. Arcadium Lithium is vertically integrated, with industry-leading capabilities across lithium extraction processes, including hard-rock mining, conventional brine extraction and direct lithium extraction (DLE), and in lithium chemicals manufacturing for high performance applications. 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Attorney Devin Stone, better known as popular YouTuber Legal Eagle, announced Wednesday that he’s filed a lawsuit against the FBI and the DOJ to make public their findings in the federal criminal cases against President-elect Donald Trump. The 78-year-old politician was under investigation for election interference and illegally handling classified documents before he was elected to a second term as president last month. Special Counsel Jack Smith moved to drop the cases against Trump following that win, citing a Justice Department policy that would prohibit continuing the prosecutions once Trump takes office. Smith reportedly plans to leave his position before Trump returns to power, but intends to first finish his work, according to the New York Times. Trump has indicated that government employees who investigated him will be replaced with loyalists after he’s inaugurated next month. He’s nominated former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi to lead the DOJ and ultra-MAGA loyalist Kash Patel to head the FBI. The latter reportedly published a book last year containing an “enemies list” of people he feels wronged Trump and could suffer the consequences. Given that, Stone says he feels an urgency to immediately obtain records alleging illegal activity involving the 47th president. “There’s already an effort underway to rewrite history and deny reality,” Stone said on his YouTube channel Wednesday. “That’s why it’s critically important to act now to capture the complete record of the federal prosecutions before the records are destroyed, altered or God knows what the new administration will do with them.” Stone said he filed Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) documents pertaining to the investigations of the president-elect and that his request was illegally declined, so he responded with a lawsuit. “If this lawsuit is successful, then the American public may finally have the answers to many of the unanswered questions about the Donald Trump investigations,” Stone said. One of those mysteries, according to Stone, is the names of possible unidentified co-conspirators in Trump’s alleged attempts to overturn the results of the 2020 election and hoard sensitive national security documents. Stone also wants to know if Trump kept classified records anywhere other than his Mar-a-Lago estate, where investigators said they recovered boxes of printed information that shouldn’t have been there in 2022. Trump is accused of removing 300 classified documents after exiting the White House in January 2021.Japan, a global leader in radar technology and a longstanding ally of Sri Lanka, has gifted a state-of-the-art Doppler Weather Radar Network to Sri Lanka. This advanced system is set to significantly enhance the country’s capacity for real-time rainfall observation, aiding the Department of Meteorology (DOM) in mitigating the impact of weather-related disasters. These include severe floods, such as those caused by Cyclone Fengal in the Bay of Bengal, which recently devastated paddy fields in the North and East. Dulari Fernando The Doppler Weather Radar Network, expected to be fully operational by 2027, is a landmark project celebrating the 70th anniversary of Japan’s Official Development Assistance (ODA) in 2024. It emphasizes the vital role of international cooperation and advanced technology in addressing the escalating challenges of climate change. Acting Director of the DOM, Dulari Fernando, described the new Doppler system as a leap forward in Sri Lanka’s ability to forecast and respond to extreme weather events. “This system safeguards lives and livelihoods while fostering a more resilient future,” Fernando said. Weather assessments She said a Doppler radar measures the velocity and movement of precipitation particles such as raindrops and hail using the Doppler Effect—a change in wave frequency caused by the relative motion of the source and the observer. The radar network will feature a meteorological observation tower, a Central Processing Unit (CPU), and an advanced display system. These components will significantly enhance the accuracy of weather assessments, enabling reliable forecasts. The Doppler Weather Radar Network project will be achieved through the installation of a meteorological observation radar tower, a CPU, and a display system. This project is expected to significantly improve the accuracy of weather assessments, enabling more reliable forecasts and warnings, and assisting in evacuation guidance, thereby reducing the damage caused by natural disasters, said Fernando. The Japan International Cooperation Agency, in partnership with the Department of Meteorology laying the foundation stone to construct an eleven-storey tower to establish a Doppler Weather Radar Network in Puttalam. Doppler weather radar systems are costly, with their price influenced by factors such as technology, range, and radar capabilities, as well as the infrastructure required for installation and maintenance. A single Doppler radar unit can cost several million dollars, with high-end systems, such as those equipped with dual-polarisation or phased-array capabilities, carrying an even heftier price tag. The expenses also include the construction of radar towers. The planned tower in Sri Lanka, intended for the installation of the Doppler radar, will stand at 55 metres, according to Fernando. Moreover, the maintenance, calibration, and operation of the system further contribute to the overall cost. Skilled personnel are needed to interpret the radar data and manage the system effectively. Supporting infrastructure, such as CPUs, display systems, and integration with other national weather networks, is also critical, Fernando said. Despite their substantial cost, Doppler radar systems are vital investments for nations prone to severe weather events. They provide invaluable real-time data for accurate weather forecasting, disaster mitigation, and climate resilience, ultimately saving lives and reducing economic losses from weather-related disasters. In a ground-breaking initiative aimed at bolstering Sri Lanka’s climate resilience, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), in partnership with the Department of Meteorology last week laid the foundation stone for the construction of an eleven storey (about 55 metre tall) tower for establishing a Doppler Weather Radar Network in the Puttalam district. The foundation laying ceremony was held on December 23 at the Meteorology Department District Office in Puttalam. It marked a significant milestone in the history of weather forecasting in the country. The event featured key dignitaries, Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of Japan in Sri Lanka Naoaki Kamoshida, Chief Representative of JICA Sri Lanka Tetsuya Yamada and senior officials of the Ministry of Defence Dharmathilaka and DOM. Accurate forecasting Deputy Head of Mission Embassy of Japan in Sri Lanka Naoaki Kamoshida said, “The establishment of the Doppler Weather Radar System will enable more accurate weather forecasting. The development of CPU and display systems will enhance real-time rainfall observation capabilities across Sri Lanka, significantly contributing to strengthened pre-disaster measures against natural disasters in the country.” “Japan continues to provide proactive disaster risk management support to IORA member countries, including Sri Lanka, by applying the knowledge and technology Japan has gained from its own experiences. Japan has provided both hardware and software support to ensure that the radars provided under the project are successfully operated. In addition, in response to the recent flood damage caused by the Cyclone “Fengal”, Japan quickly sent relief supplies to Sri Lanka,” said Kamoshida. JICA Sri Lanka Office Chief Representative Tetsuya Yamada said the flood damage caused by the recent cyclone was enormous. He said, “It is important to collect accurate meteorological data, including rainfall, to predict sudden rainfall and mitigate such damage. This project will make a significant contribution to collecting the data. In addition, Climate Change is a top agenda in Sri Lanka, and it is also important to collect and accumulate a sufficient amount of meteorological data by using weather observation radar in order to accurately assess the impact of Climate Change.” “JICA will continue to cooperate with the Government of Sri Lanka to ensure that the country’s first Doppler Radar can be fully utilised, in coordination between this project and another technical cooperation that is being implemented separately” said Yamada. He said that this project aims to develop meteorological data mainly for the purpose of disaster prevention, but meteorological information is also needed in the fields of agriculture, fisheries and electricity (especially for renewable energy), and it is hoped that the data and meteorological observation information obtained from the meteorological radars will be widely used in the future. Meteorology Department Director of Forecasting Ajith Wijemanna said this advanced system promises accurate weather observation and prediction, using cutting-edge radar technology to reduce the risks of floods, landslides, and droughts while also benefiting agriculture and fisheries. While the agreement to fund the radar network was signed in 2017, progress was delayed due to the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020 and Sri Lanka’s economic crisis in 2022. Despite these setbacks, the collaboration between Sri Lanka and Japan remained steadfast. In August 2024, the joint venture of Japan Radio Corporation and Hazama Ando Corporation was selected to construct the radar and install its sophisticated systems. In tandem with the radar network, JICA has launched a capacity-building project aimed at enhancing the Meteorology Department’s expertise in collecting, interpreting, and analysing weather data. This initiative ensures that accurate weather information will be shared with other organisations and the public, further strengthening the country’s disaster preparedness.
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National News | A timeline of the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson and search for his killer Ryan Wesley Routh’s public defenders told District Judge Aileen Cannon they cannot prepare their case by February when the trial is currently scheduled, saying that’s not enough time to review the massive amounts of phone and computer evidence the FBI has retrieved. Routh owned 17 cellphones and numerous other electronic devices, plus there are hundreds of hours of police body camera and surveillance videos that have been provided to the defense. Assistant federal public defender Kristy Militello told Cannon the only other clients she has had with more voluminous evidence presented against them are those accused of complicated frauds and two who were accused of taking part in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S Capitol. Only one other attorney and an investigator are working with her on the case and she has other clients who also require her time, Militello said. Unlike prosecutors, “I don’t have the resources of the FBI” to go through the evidence, Militello told Cannon, a Trump appointee who also presided over the president-elect’s alleged stolen documents case and eventually threw it out . Routh, 58, sat quietly throughout Wednesday’s hearing, shackled in the same seat Trump occupied during pretrial hearings in his case. Routh, a Hawaii resident, has pleaded not guilty. Prosecutor John Shipley Jr. told Cannon that while he agreed that February is not a realistic schedule, pushing the trial back a year would violate the speedy trial rights of Trump and the Secret Service agent Routh is accused of aiming his rifle at. He did not suggest a specific date but said next summer would not be preferable as many potential jurors would have vacation conflicts. He told Cannon that while the computer files are large, they are mostly Routh’s and he should be able to assist his attorneys in sorting through them. He also said that unlike a fraud case, where evidence is often complicated, the accusations against Routh are straightforward and simple. Prosecutors say Routh methodically plotted to kill Trump for weeks before aiming a rifle through the shrubbery as Trump played golf on Sept. 15 at his West Palm Beach country club. Before Trump came into view, Routh was spotted by a Secret Service agent. Routh allegedly aimed his rifle at the agent, who opened fire, causing Routh to drop his weapon and flee without firing a shot. Prosecutors say he left behind a note describing his intentions. He was arrested a short time later driving on a nearby interstate. The sides briefly showed their hands on a possible insanity defense. Militelo said the last person to speak with Routh before he was spotted at the golf course told the FBI that he seemed to be hallucinating. She said other witnesses have told agents that Routh is delusional. Shipley told Cannon that an insanity defense would have no merit as his attorneys would have to show that Routh has a mental disease or defect that left him unable to appreciate the nature and wrongfulness of his acts. Clearly, he understood his actions, Shipley said. Among the evidence prosecutors say they have are computer searches Routh made about flights from nearby Palm Beach International Airport to Mexico. Routh’s charge of attempted assassination of a major presidential candidate carries a potential life sentence in the event of a conviction. Other charges include assaulting a federal officer and three firearms counts. He is being held without bail at the federal jail in Miami. Routh’s arrest came two months after Trump was shot and wounded in the ear in an assassination attempt during a campaign rally in Pennsylvania. The Secret Service acknowledged failings leading up to that shooting but has said security worked as it should have to thwart the potential Florida attack.How to save money on new car models this holidayThe Gophers football program continued to address its needs along the offensive line on Saturday, getting commitments from Washington left tackle Kahlee Tafai and Kentucky left guard Dylan Ray out of the NCAA transfer portal. ADVERTISEMENT The U has four starters leaving after this season, including both tackles — Aireontae Ersery to the NFL Draft and Phillip Daniels in a transfer to Ohio State — and both senior guards Quinn Carroll and Tyler Cooper. The Gophers have added 13 total players through the transfer portal, including right guard Marcellus Marshall (Central Florida). Tafai, who is listed at 6-foot-5 and 330 pounds, moved into the Huskies’ starting lineup during his freshman season in 2024. He has three years of eligibility remaining. A native of Lawndale, Calif., Tafai played 267 offensive snaps in the Big Ten last season but had a low 38.5 overall grade from Pro Football Focus in his first extensive college experience. He also played a few snaps at right tackle a year ago. ADVERTISEMENT Ray, who is listed at 6-6 and 310, has played more than 1,000 snaps over the last two seasons for Kentucky after beginning his career with two years at West Virginia. He started 10 games for the SEC program in 2023, but only two last year. The Noblesville, Ind., native had a near-average grade of 57.5 from PFF in 2024. He has one year of eligibility remaining for the U next fall. ______________________________________________________ This story was written by one of our partner news agencies. Forum Communications Company uses content from agencies such as Reuters, Kaiser Health News, Tribune News Service and others to provide a wider range of news to our readers. Learn more about the news services FCC uses here .
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