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CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Chase Artopoeus threw two touchdown passes and ran for a score to lead Chattanooga to a 24-17 victory over Austin Peay in a nonconference regular-season finale on Saturday. Chattanooga (7-5) jumped out to a 10-0 first-quarter lead on Jude Kelley's 28-yard field goal and Artopoeus' 9-yard touchdown toss to Javin Whatley with 42 seconds left. The score came five plays after Alex Mitchell intercepted a pass from Austin Smith, giving the Mocs the ball at the Governors' 26-yard line. Austin Peay answered in the second quarter with help from a Chattanooga turnover. Ellis Ellis Jr. picked off Artopoeus and the Governors took over at the Mocs' 30. Smith completed three straight passes — the last one covering 4 yards to Jaden Barnes to get Austin Peay within three points. Carson Smith followed with a 35-yard field goal to tie it at 10. Chattanooga regained the lead with 4:01 left in the third quarter when Artopoeus capped a nine-play drive with a 3-yard touchdown run. Smith had a 23-yard touchdown run to get Austin Peay within seven with 8:08 left in the game. The Governors drove to the Mocs' 30, but Smith's fourth-down pass fell incomplete with 41 seconds to go. Artopoeus completed 15 of 21 passes for 161 yards for Chattanooga. He had a 7-yard scoring toss to John McIntyre to put the Mocs up 24-10 early in the final quarter. Smith finished with 192 yards on 21-for-36 passing for Austin Peay, which finishes its first season under head coach Jeff Faris with a 4-8 record. Rusty Wright became the first Chattanooga coach to finish .500 or better in each of his first six seasons. Chattanooga snapped Austin Peay's nine-game win streak with a 24-21 victory on the road to close out the regular season last year. Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-football
By DAVID McHUGH The Associated Press FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Germany’s technology and services company Bosch said Friday it planned to reduce its automotive division workforce by as many as 5,500 jobs in the next several years in another sign of the headwinds hitting the German and global auto industries. The company cited stagnating global auto sales, too much factory capacity in the auto industry compared with sales prospects and a slower than expected transition to electric-powered, software-controlled vehicles. The news comes two days after Ford Motor Co. announced plans to drop 4,000 jobs in Europe , and with Volkswagen employees threatening work stoppages over what they say management has told them are plans to close as many as three factories in Germany. Revenue at Stellantis , created through the 2021 merger of PSA Peugeot and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, tumbled 27% in its most recent quarter that ended this fall. Auto sales have slowed this year in Europe as consumers stung by inflation hold back on spending, while automakers have sunk billions into developing electric cars only to see slower sales than expected and new competition from cheaper Chinese brands. The German government abruptly cancelled purchase incentives at the end of last year, sending electric vehicles sales in that country down by 27% over the first nine months of this year. Some 3,500 of the job reductions at Bosch would come before the end of 2027 and would hit the part of the company that develops advanced driver assistance and automated driving technologies, as well as centralized vehicle software, said Bosch, which is headquartered in Gerlingen near Stuttgart. About half those job reductions would be at locations in Germany. “The auto industry has significant overcapacities,” the company said in a statement. “In addition, the market for future technologies is not developing as originally expected ... At the moment, many projects in this business area are being put off or abandoned by automakers.” In addition, 750 jobs would be lost at a plant in Hildesheim, Germany by end 2032, 600 of those by the end of 2026. A plant in Schwaebisch Gmund would lose some 1,300 over between 2027 and 2030. The reductions are still in the planning stage and final numbers would have to be agreed with employee representatives and carried out in what the company said would be a socially responsible way. While automakers put their names on the cars they sell, most of the car is actually made by a series of suppliers Some 230,000 people work for Bosch’s mobility division, out of a global workforce of 429,000. In addition to its business as an auto industry technology supplier Bosch makes factory and building equipment and software across a range of products including industrial boilers and waste-heat recovery systems, video security systems, and power tools.Title: Oh, The Compassionate Heart of Parents! A Daughter's Desperation as She Forgets the Way to the Hospital While Frantically Trying to Save Her Father, She Cries Out to a Traffic Policeman for Help
t’s been a tough few years for Hollywood. Once a sure money maker, COVID-19, strikes and the rise of AI have in ways no one could have foreseen, so how will it look in 2034? such as Disney, Paramount and Warner Brothers reported losses in 2023. Many flopped, and failed to regain their pre-pandemic profitability. Studios are attempting to get back on track following a year, but production activity is still down, while Wall Street’s faith in the industry remains shaken. It’s clear that Hollywood is undergoing a shift right now, but how will that affect it over the next ten years? Newsweek asked the experts. Variety has it the "Hollywood AI Crisis," with everyone from actors to writers, production teams, and maybe even directors at risk of being replaced by artificial intelligence. In January, the Concept Art Assn. and the Animation Guild surveyed 300 entertainment industry leaders and discovered that three-fourths expected AI to abolish, reduce or merge positions at their companies. Researchers estimated that approximately 204,000 jobs will be negatively impacted by the shift before 2026—roughly 20 percent of industry roles. However, Guy Fortt—Partner at Starfury Productions—believes it’s not all bad news for Hollywood creatives. "The integration of AI and technology into film and TV production shows promise," he told Newsweek. "It enhances creative possibilities, reduces costs, and creates more personalized and " Fortt isn’t the only one to see the creative and cost-cutting benefits of AI. Filmmaker Tyler Perry a planned $800 million expansion to his Atlanta studio in February after discovering software platform Sora. Created by Open AI, the video generator is capable of crafting lifelike scenes from text commands. "All of that is currently and indefinitely on hold because of Sora and what I’m seeing," Perry told The Hollywood Reporter. "I no longer would have to travel to locations. I don’t have to put a set on my lot. I can sit in an office and do this with a computer, which is shocking to me." Although the software has the potential to shake up the industry, it is also still in its early stages, and like many AI-generated creations, the has its flaws. Examples of include misplaced limbs and floating furniture, and Sora reportedly struggles to replicate complex body movements. However, Fortt said that AI will continue to affect different aspects of the industry, such as content creation, distribution and audience interaction. One area particularly to AI is Fortt predicts technology such as chatbot ChatGPT being used to generate storylines or tailor scripts to better suit audiences’ tastes, using data garnered from AI that analyzes viewer preferences. Production processes such as cinematography and lighting are also at risk, but whether the industry will replace these jobs with AI or integrate the technology is up for debate. Fortt suspects that animation and visual effect jobs "will be in high demand," with workers able to "enhance visual storytelling without the extensive manual labor typically required." Unfortunately, the future looks less certain for actors, who Fortt said could be "easily automated." AI partly the 2023 Writers Guild of America (WGA) and SAG-AFTRA (Screen Actors Guild — American Federation of Television and Radio Artists) strikes, with actors and writers wanting guarantees that studios won’t replace them with the technology. Even A-lister Keanu Reeves puts a clause in his contracts to prevent his image from being digitally replicated. However, deepfakes have yet to reach the level of an "Acting talent will still be crucial for emotional and nuanced performances," Fortt added. "While [AI] might reduce the number of certain traditional jobs, it also opens up opportunities for new roles." According to a survey conducted by streamer Tubi and The Harris Poll, three-quarters of Millennials (28 to 43-year-olds) and Generation Z (12 to 27-year-olds) wanted more diversity and representation in their content, while 71 percent would like to see more film and TV programs developed by independent and smaller creators. "There is a growing shift among underrepresented content creators who are tired of waiting for the big studios and corporate giants to fund their projects," Nubia Duvall Wilson, Partner at Starfury Productions, told Newsweek. "The future will see more marginalized filmmakers—BIPOC, LGBTQ+, etc.—producing films and securing distribution on their own." Fortt believes that streaming will continue to dominate due to a combination of variety and convenience. However, he has noticed a rising interest in traditional formats for nostalgia reasons, similar to the re-emergence of vinyl records in the music industry. "This trend might lead to the increased popularity of physical media like DVDs and Blu-rays, or even novel viewing experiences that blend old and new technology," he said. "While these traditional or hybrid formats might not overtake streaming, they could gain a dedicated following among enthusiasts looking for a different or more to their media." Streaming services were a driving force in the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, with platforms disrupting the traditional payment structure for actors and writers. Deals were reached with both unions in September, but it appears that streamers have following the strikes. With more money to lose, streamers are becoming more particular about the projects they choose. This means that fewer films and TV shows will get the green light and are more likely to be canceled if they don’t immediately . Showrunners and filmmakers are also less likely to multi-year such as director David Fincher’s four-year deal with Netflix, while brands such as HBO and Disney have begun licensing their back catalog to other services for extra cash. "With lower streaming audiences, ," filmmaker Neil Chase told . "The future is less about big-budget , , , and , as it will be with smaller movies that focus on original content and are geared toward specific audiences." Chase believes Godzilla Minus One, which came out in November, is the "blueprint" for the next decade of film making. Produced for less than $12 million, the monster movie earned over $115 million at the global box office. "It focused on a rock-solid script with relatable characters, strong dialogue and through a unique take on the Godzilla mythos," Chase explained. "It delivered everything that its target audience was looking for, and maybe that’s the biggest takeaway for Hollywood. The next ten years may be a little leaner than many are used to, but the rise in storytelling quality will win back much of what’s been lost." In 2019, movie theaters raked in $11.4 billion across America. An easy win for cinema chains, when going to a theater was the only way to catch a new release. However, COVID-19 changed all that. Forced to close due to lockdown restrictions, theaters grossed just $2.3 billion in 2020, while many films landed directly on streaming platforms instead. Four years later, and it’s now common for films to jointly release on streaming services alongside theater runs. Cinema releases now get a shorter viewing window, before becoming available to rent or stream more quickly. Although the rise of streaming and the pandemic hit movie theaters hard, Fortt is optimistic they can reach their former glory. "Many people still enjoy the unique experience of watching a movie on the big screen, which theaters exclusively offer," he said. To regain their audience, Fortt suggests that theaters enhance the experience with improved exclusive content and technology that the average film viewer can’t get at home. "While they may face challenges in reaching pre-pandemic profitability, a solid audience base still values the theater experience," he added. He might be right. The domestic box office exceeded $9 billion in 2023, its highest earnings since the pandemic began. – przydomek Hollywood – uderzyć w branżę/ poturbować branżę – liderzy branży rozrywkowej – hit kinowy – kino – burzliwy – nazwać – angażujące/wciągające treści – wstrzymać, zastopować – materiał filmowy – usterka, przeszkoda, komplikacja – bezbronny, wrażliwy, czuły – scenopisarstwo – zachęcać (kogoś do czegoś) – znakomity aktor – być najlepszym/najważniejszym – silna więź – zmienić taktykę/metodę działania – gromadzić dużą liczbę telewidzów – zawrzeć umowę – coś musi się zmienić (używane do podkreślenia, że obecna sytuacja nie może trwać) – dochodowy interes – przeróbka, nowa wersja – film lub serial podejmujący tematykę danej serii, ale opowiadający o czymś innym niż poprzednie części – kontynuacja (np. filmu) – gatunek (literacki, filmowy, muzyczny) – porywające sceny akcji – udogodnienia, wyposażenie Read the text and answer the following questions: 1. What challenges has Hollywood faced in recent years? 2. How did major entertainment companies perform financially in 2023? 3. What potential does AI have in transforming Hollywood, according to Guy Fortt? 4. What concerns exist regarding AI in the entertainment industry? 5. How might AI affect scriptwriting, according to Guy Fortt? 6. What trends are emerging regarding diversity and representation in Hollywood content? 7. What is the current trend regarding streaming services and traditional media formats? 8. What changes are happening in the movie theater industry, and how might theaters regain their audience? First, match the words to form collocations and verb phrases that will help you describe the issue presented in the article. Next, write down a sentence using each collocation and verb phrase. The sentences you create should relate to the topic being discussed in the text. ( ) entertainment movie script traditional streaming original global solid content formats box office audience base theaters writing services stalwarts report regain get back shake up blend hit reach value the industry the theater experience old and new technology losses one’s former glory on track pre-pandemic profitability movie theaters hard Task description: Students will participate in a discussion about the current and future challenges faced by Hollywood. Task elements: 1. Recall the challenges Hollywood is facing. 2. Choose one aspect (e.g., the role of AI) and explain it in more detail to your partner. Make sure to cover why it’s important and what predictions are made about it. 3. Think of recent movies or series you have watched. Discuss with your partner how they relate to the issues mentioned in the text, such as the use of AI, streaming services, or diversity in casting. 4. Debate whether AI will ultimately benefit or harm Hollywood. Use information from the text to support your arguments. Consider aspects like job creation and loss, cost reduction, and creative potential. Complete the following summary using information from the text. Hollywood has faced challenges from COVID-19, AI, and changing audience preferences. Major studios like Disney and Warner Brothers reported _________, and many movies failed. Experts predict AI will impact jobs, especially in _________ and production, but also offer creative benefits. _________ remains popular, but there’s a growing interest in diverse content and _________ creators. Movie theaters struggled but are slowly recovering. Hollywood’s future may see fewer films, more original stories, and new opportunities from AI, despite the risks to traditional jobs.
The US Social Security Administration (SSA) announced the cost of living adjustment (COLA) rates for seniors receiving benefits for the year 2025. As opposed to the 2024 rate of 3.2%, the 2025 rate has been reduced to 2.5%. The rate slashing has been done based on the reduction in inflation in 2024. Read More: Approximately 68 million Social Security recipients will begin receiving their adjusted payments starting in January 2025. Additionally, 7.5 million individuals receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will see their increased payments starting on December 31, 2024, according to the department. 2025 SSA Benefits After Adjusting COLA According to the SSA, the average monthly payment for retirees in 2024 was approximately $1,927. With the 2.5% increase, this amount will rise to $1,976 per month, in 2025. Married couples receiving Social Security benefits will see their monthly payments increase to $3,089 next year. Read More: When to Expect Your COLA Increase Recipients of Social Security will get their first COLA increase for the coming year. However, monthly payouts depend on the person's birthdate: - Those born between first and tenth of their birth month will receive their first COLA rise on January 8. - People born between the 11th and 20th of their birth month will receive the COLA increase on January 15. - Recipients with birth dates between the 21st and 31st of their birth month will receive the new COLA on January 22. Also Read: Some individuals do qualify for both Social Security benefits and Supplementary Security Income, aimed at assisting low-income elderly and disabled Americans. Get Latest News Live on Times Now along with Breaking News and Top Headlines from US News, World and around the world.In today's digital age, online shopping has become an integral part of our lives. With the convenience of shopping at our fingertips, it's no wonder that more and more people are turning to online platforms to fulfill their needs. And now, with NanShan offering nationwide coupons with discounts of up to 400 RMB, the joy of online shopping has reached new heights.
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In conclusion, the emergency martial law incident involving Yoon Suk-yeol has shaken South Korea to its core, and will continue to reverberate throughout the country for months to come. As the investigation unfolds and the truth is revealed, South Koreans will be faced with the challenge of reconciling their democratic values with the realities of political power and ambition. Only time will tell what the future holds for South Korea in the aftermath of this unprecedented crisis.Investors are likely familiar with Block ( SQ -2.26% ) , the budding payments and technology enterprise. It caters to merchants with its Square platform, while Cash App targets individuals. Growth has been outstanding historically, but the fintech stock hasn't panned out as hoped. It's up just 49% in the past five years and currently trades 65% below its peak from August 2021. This is despite shares rising 58% in the past four months. Investors looking to invest in Block while it's still down should know these three things first. 1. Growth strategy I just highlighted how superb Block's growth has been. In the three-month period that ended Sept. 30, the company generated more than $2.2 billion in gross profit , which was up 19% year over year. That key performance metric was double that of the same period three years ago. Clearly, the business is doing a great job serving existing customers and finding new ones. An important part of Block's strategy is to continuously introduce product enhancements and improved features. Recently, the company launched an AI tool that improves the merchant onboarding experience. Additionally, the buy now, pay later service Afterpay is going to be available to use as part of the Cash App Card. It's all about finding ways to better meet the various financial needs of its user base. The leadership team believes that Block has barely scratched the surface of its total addressable market . They forecast that Square's gross profit opportunity is $130 billion, while Cash App's is smaller at $75 billion. This leaves plenty of runway for business growth over time. 2. Driving efficiencies As is true of any fast-growing tech-focused business, Block's strategy, as I just discussed above, has been to invest aggressively in product development and sales and marketing in an effort to drive customer additions as rapidly as possible. Patient investors would then start to see soaring profits far into the future. The tighter macro backdrop of 2022 and 2023, namely around higher interest rates, changed that plan. Many companies started to right-size their operations in order to increase operational efficiencies and start becoming financially sound. Block is making huge progress in this regard. At the end of 2023, management had successfully gotten the employee headcount below 12,000 workers, a goal that was stated at the end of Q3 2023. "This constraint forces us to prioritize more impactful work, which we believe will lead to growth," founder and CEO Jack Dorsey wrote in the Q4 2023 letter. This focus on expense controls explains why Block's adjusted operating income in 2024 is expected to total just under $1.6 billion, which would be up 344% year over year. In the following two years, consensus analyst estimates predict operating income will rise at a stellar annual pace of 51%. Scaled payment platforms can be incredibly profitable. Just look at PayPal , Visa , and Mastercard . Block can also be viewed as a software provider, a business model that is also known to generate strong earnings as revenue increases. Investors should pay attention to make sure Block's bottom line heads in this direction. 3. Block and Bitcoin Jack Dorsey is a big Bitcoin bull. He believes the world's most valuable cryptocurrency will be the native currency of the internet, a perspective that is strengthened with the rise of AI. Not only does Block own $530 million worth of Bitcoin on the balance sheet (as of Sept. 30), but it's also working on Bitcoin projects in order to boost the adoption of the crypto. The company has developed a hardware wallet, mining equipment, and financial services to make it easier to transact with Bitcoin. Consequently, investors looking to buy Block shares on the dip should probably also be optimistic about Bitcoin's long-term trajectory since the digital asset is shaping up to be a more important part of the overall business.
In addition to promoting eco-friendly products, the "Chasing Green Movement" also focuses on creating a more sustainable workplace culture. By encouraging employees to adopt green practices such as recycling, reducing waste, and conserving energy, companies can make a significant impact on their environmental impact. Ricoh China, PConline, and Rock Park are working together to provide resources and support to companies looking to implement sustainable practices in the workplace.
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Princely Umanmielen’s Return to the Swamp Ends With a Loss and a Police EscortHowever, their upcoming opponents are no pushovers. The challengers have been in top form, displaying formidable skills and a resilient spirit. Their recent victories have boosted their confidence, and they will undoubtedly be a tough nut to crack for Real Madrid. The clash of these two football powerhouses promises to be a spectacle filled with intensity, drama, and breathtaking moments.