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In a sea of controversial choices for his second term, President-elect Donald Trump’s expected pick to head the treasury , Scott Bessent, is being welcomed by Wall Street with open arms as financial markets rallied Monday on the news. The euro rose 1% and Canada’s main stock index hit a record high, while the S&P 500 gained 0.2% in midday trading, the Dow Jones Industrial Average was up .7%, and the Nasdaq Composite index climbed .2%. Bessent, a 62-year-old hedge fund manager, is being called “a safe pair of hands ” as many analysts believe he will temper Trump’s more extreme economic views, especially on tariffs , while still supporting tax cuts and cutting the fiscal budget. In effect, they hope Bessent be a voice of reason in the president’s ear. (Trump has pledged to slap a 20% tariff on imports into the U.S. and up to 60% on products from China in order to pay for his deep tax cuts, which critics say will only end up jacking up prices on many products for American consumers.) “News that Scott Bessent is the top choice for incoming U.S. treasury minister has raised the possibility that some ‘Trump trades’ may be watered down,” analysts at Rabobank said in a research note, as reported by CNBC . As secretary of the treasury, Bessent would serve as Trump’s top economic policy advisor. The treasury secretary is basically the chief financial officer (CFO) of the government. If confirmed, he will have to address the federal debt limit, the expiring provisions of Republicans’ 2017 tax cut package, and the president-elect’s promise for greater deregulation and a withdrawl from key global agreements . | What’s interesting about Bessent is that, for many years, he worked for billionaire George Soros’s investment firm. Soros, a well-known Democrat and progressive, is famous for two things: shorting the British pound in 1992, making $1 billion, and supporting liberal political causes through his Open Society Foundation, which works to support global democracy. In fact, Bessent himself was a Democratic donor who raised money in the 2000 presidential campaign for Vice President Al Gore, according to the New York Times . If confirmed, Bessent would be the first openly gay treasury secretary, according to The New Yorker , which is notable given the other current Trump cabinet nominees, many of whom are openly socially conservative. And in regard to LGBTQ+ rights, Trump has already said he will reverse President Joe Biden’s protections for transgender people . The application deadline for Fast Company’s World Changing Ideas Awards is Friday, December 6, at 11:59 p.m. PT. Apply today.
THE I’m A Celebrity campmates desperately want the public to stop voting for Dean McCullough to do trials. They want to show their steel ahead of the vote-offs to boost their chances of staying in the jungle. Radio DJ Dean , 32, took on his sixth consecutive Bushtucker Trial last night, winning ten out of 12 stars in the Jack and the Scream Stalk challenge . But sources told The Sun there is unrest among some celebs eager to make an impression. An insider said: “Initially, the celebs had been worried about Dean doing trials because they feared going hungry due to his poor performances. “He’s started to up his game. “But now some of his fellow campmates really want to throw themselves into a challenge. “The trials are often the best way to gain support from those at home because it shows people what they’re made of. “That’s even more important for the lesser-known celebrities who can’t just rely on their reputation to see them through.” Sun columnist Jane Moore, 62, has started to look frustrated when finding out she has not been selected to do a trial. Show hosts Ant and Dec have also shown they are tiring of Dean repeatedly getting picked. Speaking on ITV2 spin-off show Unpacked , Ant, 49, said: “Right, let’s all have a serious talk. “I’m gonna look directly in the camera here. “I think it’s good to see other faces there. “It’s not about Dean. “It’s about us seeing different people down there, and we want to see different people being featured. i'm A Celebrity is back for its 24th series, with a batch of famous faces living in the Aussie jungle. The Sun's Jake Penkethman takes a look at the stars on the show this year.. Coleen Rooney - Arguably the most famous name in the camp, the leading WAG, known for her marriage to Wayne Rooney , has made a grand return to TV as she looks to put the Wagatha Christie scandal behind her. The Sun revealed the mum-of-four had bagged an eye-watering deal worth over £1.5million to be on the show this year making her the highest-paid contestant ever. Tulisa - The popstar and former X Factor judge has made her triumphant TV comeback by signing up to this year's I'm A Celeb after shunning TV shows for many years. Known for being a member of the trio, N-Dubz, Tulisa became a household name back in 2011 when she signed on to replace Cheryl on ITV show The X Factor in a multi-million pound deal. Alan Halsall - The actor, known for playing the long-running role of Tyrone Dobbs on ITV soap opera Coronation Street, was originally signed up to head Down Under last year but an operation threw his scheduled appearance off-course. Now he has become the latest Corrie star to win over both the viewers and his fellow celebrities. Melvin Odoom - The Radio DJ has become a regular face on TV screens after rising to fame with presenting roles on Kiss FM, BBC Radio 1 and 4Music. Melvin has already been for a spin on the Strictly dancefloor and co-hosted The Xtra Factor with Rochelle Humes in 2015 but now he is facing up to his biggest challenge yet - the Aussie jungle . GK Barry - The UK's biggest social media personality, GK, whose real name is Grace Keeling, has transformed her TikTok stardom into a lucrative career. Aside from her popular social media channels, she hosts the weekly podcast, Saving Grace, and regularly appears on ITV talk show, Loose Women. She has even gone on to endorse popular brands such as PrettyLittleThing, KFC and Ann Summers. Dean McCullough - A rising star amongst this year's bunch of celebs , Dean first achieved notability through his radio appearances on Gaydio and BBC Radio 1. He was chosen to join the BBC station permanently in 2021 and has featured prominently ever since. He has enjoyed a crossover to ITV over the past year thanks to his guest slots on Big Brother spin-off show, Late & Live. Oti Mabuse - The pro dancer has signed up to her latest TV show after making her way through the biggest programmes on the box. She originally found fame on Strictly Come Dancing but has since branched out into the world of TV judging with appearances on former BBC show The Greatest Dancer as well as her current role on ITV's Dancing On Ice . Danny Jones - The McFly star was drafted into the programme last minute as a replacement for Tommy Fury. Danny is the second member of McFly to enter the jungle , after Dougie Poynter won the show in 2011. He is also considered a rising star on ITV as he's now one of the mentors on their Saturday night talent show, The Voice , along with bandmate Tom Fletcher. Jane Moore - The Loose Women star and The Sun columnist is braving the creepy crawlies this year. The star is ready for a new challenge - having recently split from her husband . It will be Jane's first foray into reality TV with the telly favourite having always said no to reality shows in the past. Barry McGuigan - Former pro boxer Barry is the latest fighting champ to head Down Under following in the footsteps of Tony Bellew and Amir Khan. It comes after a tough few years for Irish star Barry, who lost his daughter Danika to bowel cancer . He told The Late Late Show in 2021: "She was such an intrinsic part of the family that every day we ache." Maura Higgins - The Irish TV beauty first found fame on Love Island where she found a brief connection with dancer Curtis Pritchard . Since then, she has competed on Dancing On Ice as well as hosting the Irish version of the beauty contest, Glow Up. Since last year, she has been working on building up her career in the US by being the social media correspondent and host of Aftersun to accompany Love Island USA. She even guest hosted an episode of the spin-off, Love Island Games, in place of Maya Jama last year. Rev. Richard Coles - Former BBC radio host the Rev Richard Coles is a late arrival on I’m A Celebrity , and he's ready to spill the beans on his former employer. The former Communards and Strictly star , said the BBC did not know its a**e from its elbow last year. An insider said: "Rev Coles will have a variety of tales to tell from his wild days as a pop star in the Eighties, through to performing on Strictly and his later life as a man of the cloth." “I’d like to see Barry do a trial, I’d like to see Melvin down there, Oti. “But we find this every year when someone gets voted multiple times. “You just get to a point where you go, ‘Who’s still voting for Dean?’. “I don’t get it.” Dec, 49, added: “My thing is, I think we all know how he’s gonna react and how he’s gonna do. “I would like to see some other people down there.”WITH Christmas just 16 days away, most of us are on the hunt for the perfect festive outfit. Not only for the big day itself but also for all the nights out and parties we have planned over the next two weeks. And what better way to feel festive than with the perfect Christmas jumper? They've become a staple in our wardrobes at this time of year, and luckily Primark's latest collection has us covered. The bargain retail giant caused a frenzy among shoppers after showing off its cosy new collection on social media. And many have been left saying they "love" the "adorable" designs that it has to offer. It includes a brilliant red and pink jumper that has Santa riding a scooter whilst carrying a Christmas tree on the front of it that costs just £12. Primark bosses have described it as being "made from a softly knitted material that aims to keep you feeling warm and cosy". They added: "A cute pom-pom motif and sequin embellishments also adorn this Christmas jumper for a particularly playful look." Another popular jumper in the range is the £12 Snowflake Knit Jumper which is a gorgeous light blue colour. It is decorated with candy canes, gingerbread figures and gift-wrapped presents which are arranged in the shape of a tree. And bosses said it pairs perfectly with jeans and ankle boots "for a cosy, cute look that’s perfect for Yuletide gatherings." For those looking to dress up this winter, the £14 Christmas Fair Isle Cardigan is the "perfect piece". The "cute, festive and cosy, this knitted cardie" has a design that is rendered in a classic cream colourway whilst having festive motifs in shades of green and red. Or for anyone looking for something classic to go with a little black skirt, there's the £14 Festive Sequin Jumper. Primark bosses say: "The black jumper boasts a sequined design on the chest, which showcases two clinking glasses alongside holly and star motifs, plus the punny slogan ‘Fizz-tive Fun’. "If that weren’t already fabulous enough, this playful crew neck pullover also features ribbed trims with metallic detailing for extra sparkle!" But the standout of the collection is the bright pink jumper that has a pair of candy cans tied together in a gorgeous bow printed on the back. The retail giant excitedly shared snaps showcasing the new collections with followers on Instagram. Staff captioned the post: "Sleigh the season with a statement jumper". JUST how does Primark do it? Continue delivering on-trend items at such incredible prices? According to bosses, it's down to four points. For more information about how Primark keeps their costs so low, and are able to deliver such amazing bargains, visit the Primark website. And shoppers have flocked to the comments to praise the new range. One person said: "Love these!" Another added: "Omg I want the pink Xmas jumper, it’s adorable". Someone else wrote: "Wow!" And a fourth posted: "Too cute". While a fifth chimed in: "Great things".As Barcelona looks to the future, there is a sense of urgency and determination to right the wrongs of the past. Setien's response to this defeat will be crucial in determining his fate as Barcelona's head coach. Will he be able to learn from this experience, adapt his tactics, and lead the club to success? Only time will tell.
Adding to the buzz surrounding Sun Ce and Yue Yun, news of several new skins being released for these iconic characters has generated further excitement among fans. The upcoming skins promise to bring fresh and unique designs to the game, allowing players to customize their favorite heroes in exciting new ways. From sleek and stylish outfits to intricate and elaborate armor designs, the new skins are sure to provide players with a wide range of options to enhance their gaming experience.Manchester City, Arsenal, and now Tottenham. The list of top Premier League teams beaten at Bournemouth this season is growing. Dean Huijsen took advantage of Tottenham’s weakness at set pieces to head home a 17th-minute winner in Bournemouth’s 1-0 victory on Thursday. After the game, some Spurs fans appeared to vent their frustration at manager Ange Postecoglou when he went over to the away contingent following his team's insipid display. “They are pretty disappointed, rightly so, and I got some pretty direct feedback as to how we are going,” the Australian coach said, “and that's fair enough.” Bournemouth climbed to ninth — a point and a place above Tottenham in the standings — and underlined its penchant for surprising high-profile visitors to Vitality Stadium. Man City’s remarkable four-game losing run in the Premier League started with a 2-1 defeat at Bournemouth, while fellow title contender Arsenal’s first loss of the season also came at the Vitality, 2-0 on Oct. 19. This was Spurs' sixth defeat of the campaign. They now have as many wins as losses, highlighting the inconsistency blighting their season, and their seven away results so far make remarkable reading: aside from a 3-0 win at Manchester United and a 4-0 thrashing of Man City, Tottenham has lost four and drawn the other at relegation candidate Leicester. “We've got to get out of this space we're in at the moment where we're just not able to get a real grip on our season,” Postecoglou said. An inability to defend set plays continues to hurt Postecoglou’s team. A week after Roma scored twice from them in a 2-2 draw in the Europa League, Huijsen roamed free in the area at a corner and headed home unmarked. Postecoglou said in May said he “wasn’t interested” about his side’s fallibility while defending set pieces, and said after losing 1-0 to Arsenal in September — after a goal from Gabriel at a corner — that “it’s my burden to carry and I’m happy to do that.” “We started well and conceded a really poor goal," Postecoglou said after the Bournemouth game. “It’s a difficult place to come when giving the opposition the opportunity to play in the manner they want.” IWOBI DOUBLE Alex Iwobi scored goals early and late in the game to lead Fulham to a 3-1 win over Brighton. The Nigeria winger intercepted a stray pass out from the back by Brighton goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen and slotted into an unguarded net for the opener in the fourth minute and curled home Fulham’s clinching goal in the 87th. Carlos Baleba equalized for Brighton in the 56th before Brighton midfielder Matt O’Riley – a former Fulham academy player – deflected the ball into his own net from a corner to put the home side back in front. Fulham climbed to sixth in the standings, a point and a place behind Brighton. AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccer
A new system to clamp down on time-wasting by goalkeepers is under consideration by football lawmakers. In a proposed change, which has already been tested in Premier League 2, goalkeepers would not be allowed to hold the ball for longer than eight seconds and if they did, a corner would be awarded to the opposition . Currently, a goalkeeper controlling the ball with their hand(s) for more than six seconds is punished by an indirect free kick being awarded. However, according to the International Football Association Board this is 'rarely enforced by referees' due to the difficulty in managing an indirect free-kick or it seeming too great an advantage. After succeess in current trials - in Malta goalkeepers have held the ball on 796 occasions and never exceeded eight seconds - the rule change is set to be expanded. Now Italy's under-20 league will see a similar implementation but with a throw-in awarded instead of a corner. Should the trial there also prove successful, changes could be made at higher levels of the game. Currently, the trial is available only in competitions that do not include teams from the top two domestic levels or senior ‘A’ international teams. "The data that’s coming out of it so far is very, very interesting, in that the two trials so far have been that if the goalkeeper is holding on to the ball too long, the referee will award a corner," said Patrick Nelson, the Irish FA’s chief executive and a board member of IFAB, reported by the Times. “The instances of corners being awarded are almost non-existent, which would indicate to us, certainly looking at the data, that the deterrent is exactly what we would want it to be at this point, and it’s speeding up the goalkeepers letting go of the ball and bringing it back into play. "The wrath of any coach for any goalkeeper who’s given away a corner or a throw-in that leads to a goal is always certainly going to mean the goalkeeper is not going to do that twice. It’s going to change goalkeeper behaviour." Updates have also been made to IFAB on the trial of only a captain being allowed to intereact with the referee in specific situation. Guidelines are in place for competitions not participating. The guidelines include: "To prevent players mobbing or surrounding the referee in major situations and following keyincidents or decisions: Only one player from each team – usually the captain – is allowed to approach the referee and,when doing so, they must always interact in a respectful manner; the referee may instruct/encourage players (verbally or with gestures) not to approach them; the team captains are responsible for helping to direct their team-mates away from the referee; players who approach/surround the referee when they are not permitted to do so may becautioned (yellow card); if appropriate, the referee may delay the restart of play to allow the captain(s) time to speak withtheir team-mates to explain a decision, demand proper behaviour. Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Sky has slashed the price of its Sky Sports, Sky Stream, Sky TV and Netflix bundle in an unbeatable new deal that saves £240 and includes 1,400 live matches across the Premier League, EFL and more.Google Brings ‘Emotion To Captions’ With New Expressive Captions Feature
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As the investigation into the advertising agreement between Google and Meta continues, it is crucial for regulatory authorities to uphold the principles of privacy protection and data security, particularly when it comes to targeting young users. The findings of the investigation will have far-reaching implications for the regulation of targeted advertising practices and the protection of teenagers' online privacy rights. It is vital for tech companies to prioritize the well-being and safety of young users in their advertising strategies, rather than prioritizing profits at the expense of vulnerable individuals.In conclusion, the heartwarming story of Mrs. Anderson's high-speed police escort to the hospital serves as a poignant reminder of the incredible dedication and compassion of our law enforcement officers. Their unwavering commitment to protecting and serving the community, even in the most challenging and life-threatening situations, is truly commendable. It is through such acts of heroism and selflessness that we are reminded of the power of teamwork, resilience, and the human spirit in overcoming adversity.
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It seems Warkworth Primary School’s use of music instead of a traditional school bell to signal the start and end of the school day, as well as morning tea and lunch breaks, has hit a bum note with neighbours. The school recently received a petition signed by 39 residents, as well as 16 members of Bowls Warkworth, asking it to revert to using a bell at its junior campus in Hill Street. The request has since been rejected by the Board of Trustees. Board chair Tiffany Hubbard says while the school understands the concerns raised by the petitioners, it is committed to balancing the needs of the school community with all of the neighbours it has in the surrounding area. “A noise specialist from Auckland Council has confirmed to us that the music volume is not excessive or disruptive to our immediate neighbours. “However, in an effort to continue to be good neighbours and to address the concerns of the petitioners, the board has introduced measures such as ensuring consistency in volume and length of the music, and adjusting the start-of-day music to be more subdued,” Hubbard says. When the petition’s cover letter was published on social media, it caused quite a stir, with some suggesting that residents try dancing to it instead of complaining.