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On a rare two-game skid, No. 24 Arizona faces DavidsonNo. 24 Arizona is coming off consecutive defeats for the first time in the Tommy Lloyd era when it faces undefeated Davidson on Wednesday to begin the Battle 4 Atlantis in Paradise Island, Bahamas. Arizona (2-2) lost at Wisconsin 103-88 on Nov. 15 and followed that with a home loss against Duke 69-55 on Friday. The Wildcats have dropped 15 spots in the Associated Press Top 25 poll in two weeks. Arizona's record is .500 this early in a season for the first time since it was 3-3 to start the 2017-18 schedule. "I've got work to do, so let's get to work," said Lloyd, in his fourth year as Arizona's head coach. "Let's see where we're at in a month, and if we're still struggling, you know what I'll do? I still got work to do, but I'm gonna get to it." Arizona shot 39.6 percent from the field against Duke, and just 26.1 percent (6 of 23) from 3-point range. The Wildcats were outrebounded by 43-30 and their 15 turnovers led to 19 points. Jaden Bradley led Arizona with 18 points and KJ Lewis added 12. Preseason All-American Caleb Love had eight points on 3-of-13 shooting from the field, including 1-of-9 from 3-point range. Arizona made only one field goal in the last 5:39 as Duke pulled away after its lead was trimmed to six points. "We didn't play great," Lloyd said. "Now we need to take a step back and figure out why. Are there some schematic problems? Are there some problems with how our personnel is kind of put together? "We got to figure out what our certainties are, and the things we have to have, and then over the course of the next couple of days, if there's adjustments we need to make, we need to figure out what those are." Davidson is 4-0 after a 15-17 record last season, in which it lost its last six games to put an end to postseason hopes. A 93-66 win over visiting VMI on Friday followed a 91-85 win at Bowling Green and 76-70 victory over visiting East Tennessee State. The two wins by 10 points or fewer are important because Davidson was 6-12 in such games last season. It was 4-11 in games decided by five points or fewer. "The goal (is) to get better," Davidson head coach Matt McKillop said after the season opener. "We talk about fighting to win every possession. I think we had to figure out what that really felt like with the lights on." Davidson made 13 shots from 3-point range in the win over VMI. Reed Bailey had 23 points, eight rebounds and six assists. Bobby Durkin added 19 points, including 17 of them and a career-best five 3-pointers in the first half. Bailey leads Davidson in scoring (19 points per game) and rebounding (7.8). Durkin is shooting 57.9 percent (22 of 38) from the field and 54.2 percent (13 of 24) from 3-point range. By contrast, Arizona's Love is shooting 32 percent (16 of 50) from the field and 21.4 percent (6 of 28) from beyond the arc. Bradley leads Arizona with 15.5 points per game. He is shooting 50 percent (24 of 48) from the field and is 35.7 percent (5 of 14) from 3-point range. --Field Level Media2 convicted in human smuggling case after Indian family froze to death on US-Canada border
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Representative image (Picture credit: Reuters) The United States is accelerating its effort to find and secure the release of Austin Tice , an American journalist abducted in Syria 12 years ago. Roger Carstens , the US special presidential envoy for hostage affairs, travelled to Beirut as part of the ongoing mission to gather information on Tice’s whereabouts. State Department officials confirmed that these efforts have intensified following the recent overthrow of Bashar al-Assad's government. State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller emphasised the importance of this operation, stating, “We are ready to engage with any organisation that might have information about the whereabouts of Austin Tice.” He reiterated the US government's commitment, noting, “We will not rest until he is returned home safely to his loved ones.” Tice, a freelance photojournalist working for outlets such as The Washington Post and CBS, was detained at a checkpoint near Damascus on August 14, 2012. In a video released weeks later, he appeared blindfolded and surrounded by armed men, but the identity of his captors has remained unknown. Syria has consistently denied holding him. Biden administration pledges action President Joe Biden underscored the urgency of the mission, saying on Sunday, “The US government believes Austin Tice is alive. We think we can get him back, but we have no direct evidence of that yet.” Biden also called for anyone with credible information to assist in the effort. Austin Tice’s parents, Marc and Debra Tice, remain hopeful. In a recent statement, they shared, “Austin Tice is alive, in Syria, and it’s time for him to come home. We are eagerly anticipating seeing Austin walk free and are asking anyone who can assist to please do so”, reported the news agency Reuters. Years of frustration and hope Efforts to secure Tice’s release have been fraught with difficulty. According to Reuters, US intelligence received over the summer from a Lebanese source suggested that Tice was alive and possibly held by a group linked to Hezbollah . However, determining the accuracy of such reports has been challenging. Carstens’ visit to Lebanon aims to renew hope, as secretary of state Antony Blinken noted during a recent event, “With every party we engage, we’ll continue to seek information about Austin Tice so that we can find him and bring him home to his family and loved ones.” A $1 million FBI reward for information leading to Tice’s safe return remains active, further reflecting the US government’s commitment to resolving the case.
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Central Michigan has hired Matt Drinkall, the offensive line coach at Army, to be its next head football coach. Related Articles College Sports | Unbeaten MSU climbs seven spots in women’s AP Top 25; UM up three slots College Sports | Michigan ranked for first time in three years, MSU makes first appearance of season in top 25 College Sports | Michigan gets Alabama in ReliaQuest Bowl on Dec. 31 College Sports | Gayle scores late to give Michigan 85-83 win over Iowa for Wolverines’ 7th straight victory College Sports | Akins and Michigan St. subs combine to ruin Nebraska’s Big Ten opener with 89-52 win Drinkall has been on staff at Army for six seasons, in a variety of roles. Before that, he was head coach at Kansas Wesleyan, of the NAIA level, for five seasons. Drinkall, 42, succeeds Jim McElwain, who recently retired after 40 years of coaching, including the last six at Central Michigan. The new coach was on campus Monday, and he will be introduced during a campus press conference Tuesday. Contract terms weren’t immediately available Monday. McElwain made more than $1 million a year. “Matt has been successful everywhere he’s been,” Central Michigan athletic director Amy Folan said in a statement Monday. “He is very innovative, he’s been a student of the game, and has a passion for college football. He’s coming from an institution in Army West Point that puts a premium on leadership. He has had success as a head coach and has a reputation as a player’s coach. With Matt’s background and abilities, he is the perfect fit to lead us into the next chapter of Central Michigan football.” This season, Drinkall helped oversee an Army offense that averaged 314.4 rushing yards, which ranked first in the nation, and scored 32.92 points a game. His offensive line is a finalist for the Joe Moore Award. Army (11-1), which checked in 22nd in the final College Football Playoff rankings, will play Navy on Dec. 14, and then plays Marshall in the Independence Bowl on Dec. 28. Drinkall has been Army’s offensive-line coach the past two seasons, and was co-offensive coordinator in 2023. He was tight-ends coach from 2020-22, and was a quality control coach in 2019, his first year on Jeff Monken’s staff. “My wife Kim and I are deeply humbled and honored to join the Central Michigan University family,” Drinkall said in a statement. “We are so excited to get back to our Midwest roots and to be a part of this passionate community. We cannot wait to build meaningful relationships and help contribute to the success of this storied program. We are also honored to follow in the footsteps of the McElwains, who have meant so much to college football. Fire Up Chips!” Central Michigan has had three losing seasons in a row, and was 4-8 this past season, as the NCAA was investigating the university’s role in then-Michigan staffer Connor Stalions allegedly being on the Chippewas sideline, in sunglasses, a goatee and maroon-and-gold clothing, for the season opener at Michigan State in 2023. McElwain and several assistants were interviewed by the NCAA, and CMU has said it is cooperating with the NCAA’s investigation. The Chippewas made two bowl games under McElwain, beating Washington State, 24-21, in the 2021 Sun Bowl. McElwain, 62, is staying at CMU, as an adviser to Folan in the athletic department. Before arriving at Army, Drinkall was head coach at Kansas Wesleyan, leading the program to a 42-17 record over his five seasons, while also serving as the offensive coordinator. The team, under his power-spread, no-huddle offense, made the national semifinals in 2018. Drinkall was an assistant at NAIA school St. Ambrose, in Iowa, from 2008-13. Before that, he was an assistant Western Illinois; Drinkall got his start in coaching in high school in Iowa. Drinkall is a native of Bettendorf, Iowa, and he played football and ran track in high school. “Matt Drinkall brings an impressive track record of leadership, innovation, and success to Central Michigan University,” Central Michigan president Neil MacKinnon said in a statement. “His commitment to excellence both on and off the field aligns with our values and our vision for the future of CMU football. “We are excited to welcome Matt and his family to Mount Pleasant, and we look forward to seeing how his passion and experience will inspire our student-athletes and energize the CMU Chippewa community.” Drinkall takes over a program had a light haul on National Signing Day last week, inking just nine recruits amid the uncertainty of the head-coaching position. Central Michigan also is losing several players to the transfer portal, include two of its quarterbacks, Bert Emanuel Jr. and Joe Labas. Emanuel had five touchdowns (three rushing, two passing) in 2024, while Labas threw for seven touchdowns and seven interceptions in his first season at CMU after transferring from Iowa. Offensive lineman Jemeil Jackson also entered the transfer portal Monday, the first day the portal opened.FWP looks at changes to bighorn sheep hunting reporting requirement
It's a question that sparks arguments in offices across the UK. So, what is the optimal temperature for the office thermostat? With winter drawing in, many office managers may be tempted to crank up the heating. But according to Stephen Day, Heating Engineer at iHeat, the perfect temperature is actually a fairly mild 21°C. Speaking to MailOnline, he advised: 'The ideal temperature for an office is typically around 21°C. '[This] is a comfortable balance for most people, allowing employees to work productively without feeling too hot or cold.' If 21°C sounds too chilly for your liking, you're not alone. In fact, research has shown that women, the elderly, and underweight people tend to prefer a slightly warmer office. What's the perfect temperature to set the office thermostat at? Mr Day advises setting your office thermostat to 21°C. However, he points out that this isn't a hard and fast rule. 'This can vary depending on factors such as the humidity and airflow in the office,' he told MailOnline. 'More humid spaces likely need a slightly lower temperature to counteract the heat-trapping effect.' What temperature should you set your home thermostat at? The World Health Organisation (WHO) recommends keeping your home at 18°C (64.4°F). 'Indoor housing temperatures should be high enough to protect residents from the harmful health effects of cold,' the WHO explains. With winter drawing in, many office managers may be tempted to crank up the heating. But according to Stephen Day, Heating Engineer at iHeat, the perfect temperature is actually a fairly mild 21°C (stock image) 'For countries with temperate or colder climates, 18°C has been proposed as a safe and well-balanced indoor temperature to protect the health of general populations during cold seasons.' While this sounds cold, Mr Day points out that people tend to have more control over their environment at home than they do in the office. 'Unlike in an office setting, most people can add extra... Shivali Best
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Keith Reckdahl breathed a sigh of relief this week after an automatic recount, certified last week, confirmed his narrow 10-vote victory for a seat on the Palo Alto City Council. “There’s a lot of relief — it was a long grind, and the county process was lengthy on top of the recount,” Reckdahl said. Reckdahl, a planning and transportation commissioner, initially led fellow commissioner Doria Summa by just 12 votes, 11,539 to 11,527. However, last month’s recount tightened the race even further, leaving Reckdahl with a razor-thin 10-vote lead, 11,561 to 11,551, according to the official count from Santa Clara County Registrar of Voters. The Palo Alto race was one of several nail-biters in the region , including contests in Fremont, Cupertino, and Newark. In Newark, Julie Del Cantancio narrowly edged out Jacinta Arteaga by just three votes . Incumbents Greer Stone, the current mayor, and Pat Burt, along with newcomer George Lu, secured their seats on the council early in the race. With two new members joining the council, Reckdahl emphasized the importance of fresh perspectives. “The council has a few new people, and that’s good,” Reckdahl said. “It’s always valuable to have a variety of voices. You don’t want groupthink, where everyone’s thinking exactly the same.” One of Reckdahl’s top priorities when he takes office in January is to increase the housing supply and “modernize” downtown zoning. “The council is committed to adding more housing, but there are still many details to address,” Reckdahl said. “We must continue pushing aggressively to create more housing in the city. As for retail, we have some vacancies, and we’re working on modernizing downtown zoning to make the area more attractive. These efforts are already underway, but there’s still much to be done.” Palo Alto’s housing plan, officially known as the housing element, was certified in August after being sent back by the California Department of Housing and Community Development. In April, the city revised its plans to include measures for increasing access for minorities and zoning for multi-family construction. To meet its state-mandated housing targets, Palo Alto must build 6,000 new housing units by 2031 . “The housing element took a lot of time, which diverted attention from other city matters,” Reckdahl said. California Avenue, one of Palo Alto’s two downtown areas that features parklets, mom-and-pop shops, cafes, and restaurants, has become quiet since the pandemic as many tech companies and start-ups shifted to remote work. The council has been discussing ways to revitalize the area, but so far, efforts such as new signage, painted planters, bike lanes, and bollards have not been enough to boost foot traffic. “If you go down to California Avenue, it just looks like a cold street,” Reckdahl said. “It doesn’t look like an attractive shopping area, but it has so much potential.” In addition to serving on Palo Alto’s Planning and Transportation Commission, Reckdahl has worked as an aerospace engineer for Lockheed Martin since 2005 and is a graduate of Stanford University.
The trunk of my late-model car is filled with old coats, sweatpants and stocking caps. They're not real flashy and you'll find holes if you look real close. But those clothes have come in handy in the chilly Treasure State, where so many of us take pride in making the most of challenging weather days. I think of the Montana defense the same way I do those 30-year-old wind pants I pull out of the trunk to wear at football games. Both have been largely underappreciated the last five weeks. On Saturday in Bozeman, the Griz defense surrendered 34 points, so nobody is going to be comparing them to Pittsburgh's Steel Curtain of 1975. Certainly fans of the maroon and silver had a lot of reasons to be flustered. But take a step back and consider Montana State possessed the ball for almost two-thirds of the first half. Then the Cats had some good field position in the first 13 minutes of the third quarter and Montana's defense refused to relent, clinging to hope despite a 20-3 deficit. "They chucked it down the field a few times and made two catches — it's not a high percentage play for them and we've gotta live with that," Montana coach Bobby Hauck said coming out of the locker room after halftime. "Other than that we're tackling well. I think we're playing pretty well on defense." The most prolific scoring team in the FCS was limited to 20 points through the first 43 minutes. Kudos to the Montana defense for its hustle and heart. It's just that the Grizzly offense, held scoreless in the first half at home last Saturday against Portland State, was held to three points through three quarters in Bozeman against the best defense in the Big Sky Conference. Sure, we all expected Montana to do better in its 123rd annual rivalry game at MSU. Maybe at least score more than one touchdown with so much motivation. But give credit to Montana's defensive coaches for again coming up with a strong game plan against Montana State senior quarterback Tommy Mellott. And credit the defense for its vast improvement since giving up 55 points at home earlier this season to Weber State (3-8) and 49 at Eastern Washington (4-7). Not to beat a dead horse, but I can't help wondering how things might have been different had Clifton McDowell stayed around. The 6-foot-4, 220-pound quarterback led Montana to the FCS title game last December with a knack for picking up tough yards on the ground and doing just enough with his passing. He entered the transfer portal last winter for reasons unreported. Maybe he was looking for more NIL money. Maybe he disliked Montana's weather. You could say it's all ancient history now and doesn't matter. But it does matter. It matters a lot because Montana could have been much better. The banged-up Grizzlies need to regroup in a hurry now with a playoff game — likely at home — coming up next weekend. If the defense plays the way it did against the Bobcats, I like Montana's chances. But something needs to be done with the offense and I'm not even sure what it is at this point. Maybe go back to Keali'i Ah Yat at quarterback, assuming he's healthy, or give 6-4 sophomore Kaden Huot of Helena a few snaps. Montana has beaten only one conference team with a winning record (Northern Arizona), so maybe Griz fans should be grateful their guys are in the playoff mix with an 8-4 record. Any postseason success would feel like a bonus at this point.NEW YORK, Dec. 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Questex's Fierce Network , a mega portal designed to meet the needs of decision makers throughout the global communications industry, today announces the launch of FNTV , a groundbreaking video platform poised to reshape how the industry consumes news, insights, and analysis. "We're on the brink of the next great global revolution in the communications industry. 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Mavs will need players other than Kyrie Irving to pick up on offense with Luka Doncic out(Bloomberg) -- January Capital Pte Ltd., a Singapore-based asset manager, has raised over $85 million in an initial round of investor commitments for its growth credit fund, the company said in a statement. The fund will provide loans to private equity-backed technology firms in the Asia Pacific region as it sees a growing gap in the funding needs of such companies. Companies at the growth stage have difficulty in accessing credit as they are either too big for lenders who provide funds to unprofitable technology firms or too small for those giving $50 million-plus, January’s co-founder Jason Edwards said in an interview. “There is that huge gap in the middle that really is the sweet spot.” The January Capital Growth Credit Fund is offering loans of $5 million to $20 million to technology companies seeking capital to expand into new markets, develop product lines or make acquisitions. The investment firm is charging an interest rate between 12% and 16% plus upfront fees from borrowers, Edwards said. The loans also include warrants that allow January Capital to exercise at a later date when the owners exit the business. The $1.6 trillion private credit market is expanding beyond traditional direct lending to include trade financing, energy transition and asset-backed finance as managers seek new avenues to put capital to work. January Capital’s fund has received $20 million from the US International Development Finance Corp. and a similar amount from an European development finance institution that Edwards declined to name. Other investors include wealth managers, family offices and endowments. The firm is planning to raise as much as $150 million in total, with a final close planned for 2025. More stories like this are available on bloomberg.com ©2024 Bloomberg L.P.None
Trump's Republican Party is increasingly winning union voters. It's a shift seen in his labor pick