By Molly Farrar A community is rallying behind a firefighter in a small town outside Worcester after his wife and 11-day-old twins died Friday following a medical emergency. The Rutland community held a candlelight vigil last Thursday for Patrick Sullivan’s wife, Ciara, and twins James and Elizabeth. The babies were delivered prematurely by an emergency cesarean section after Ciara, 30, experienced a severe medical emergency on Dec. 16, according to a fundraiser for the family and the department . At the vigil, Patrick’s colleagues described the Sullivans as a loving couple, shared poems from first responders, and shared their experiences responding to the 911 call for Ciara’s emergency. “It broke my heart to see my brother firefighter crying and yelling while his wife was laying on the front steps,” one first responder said at the vigil . “I can tell you, Pat, every single person on that call including the hospital gave it their all, physically, mentally, and emotionally.” The Rutland Fire Department announced the death of the three Sullivans Saturday. Ciara worked as an emergency management specialist for FEMA and previously served as a 911 dispatcher in Shrewsbury. “Ciara, thank you for your dedicated service to the Shrewsbury Police Department, and we are so sorry that this tragedy happened to you and your family,” the Shrewsbury police said on Facebook . “May you rest in peace with Elizabeth and James.” A fundraiser for the family said that Ciara was intubated and the twins were on ventilators following the medical emergency. As of Sunday, nearly 2,000 people had raised more than $130,000, surpassing the fundraiser’s $5,000 goal. Patrick announced the deaths on Friday night, thanking the community, his family, and hospital staff for their support. He also wrote a post memorializing Ciara, calling her “the single greatest, most loving, most compassionate person who has ever walked this horrible planet.” “I can’t explain the total and utter devastation, anger, rage, and loss I feel that this unnecessary tragedy has brought me,” he wrote. “I plan on taking the coming months to heal, if that’s even possible.” Molly Farrar Molly Farrar is a general assignment reporter for Boston.com, focusing on education, politics, crime, and more. Boston.com Today Sign up to receive the latest headlines in your inbox each morning. Be civil. Be kind.In one of the seven intriguing games on the NBA schedule on Saturday, the Memphis Grizzlies and Boston Celtics will meet at TD Garden. Info on how to watch Saturday’s NBA action is available for you. Sign up for NBA League Pass to get access to games, live and on-demand, and more for the entire season and offseason. Watch ESPN originals, The Last Dance and more NBA content on ESPN+. Use our link to sign up for ESPN+ or the Disney bundle. Not all offers available in all states, please visit BetMGM for the latest promotions for your area. Must be 21+ to gamble, please wager responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, contact 1-800-GAMBLER .Trademark Property Co., a Fort Worth-based mixed-use investor, developer and operator, has a problem. Don’t worry, it’s a good one. Their properties are full. Take a stroll through their mixed-use center at WestBend, located on Fort Worth’s University Drive. The retailers, y&i clothing boutique, Indochino and Mod + Jo, have recently opened there and brought the property’s retail component to 100% leased. “WestBend continues to be a dominant destination for shopping and dining in Fort Worth’s fast-growing University District,” said Daniel Goldware, senior vice president for leasing at Trademark. “These tenant additions further enhance our offerings across the property and we look forward to continuing to cultivate a place where one-of-a-kind brands can thrive.” WestBend features over 160,000 square feet of retail spanning clothing, accessories, beauty, home decor and restaurants. Featuring a curated mix of local and national brands, the property is located on the Trinity River and trail system in the heart of the University District. It is also home to Trademark’s headquarters. In 2016, the property underwent a major redevelopment adding retail, restaurants and an 81,150-square-foot building that includes 57,000 square feet of new Class A office space. Trademark implemented a public art program at WestBend featuring distinctive works throughout the property by local artists such as Laura Kimpton’s Love sculpture and the Amon Carter photography collection. As demand increases, Trademark will soon launch WestBend’s second phase with a seven-story, 300-unit multifamily community with 4,500 square feet of commercial space. The plan also features an enhanced trailhead and public amenities, such as a bike repair station, public art and outdoor gathering space. Trademark is not alone in seeing continued demand for retail space in the area. According to Weitzman’s mid-year retail report, Dallas-Fort Worth is continuing to maintain record retail occupancy of 95.2%. Get essential daily news for the Fort Worth area. Sign up for insightful, in-depth stories — completely free. More tenants along Chisholm Trail Jackson-Shaw, a Dallas-based real estate developer headquartered in North Texas, announced four leases at Chisholm 20, a Class A, four-building, 917,374-square-foot business park in Benbrook. Chisholm 20 is located at the northeast corner of Interstate 20 and Winscott Road, near U.S. Route 377 and Loop 820. The new tenants joining the Chisholm 20 community include: TeaBevCo: Occupying 76,839 square feet in Building 1, TeaBevCo is the exclusive distributor behind the Texas Tea/HTeaO brands. With their operations now underway as of this past summer, they are poised to better support their fast-growing retail footprint across the region. Mooring: Known for its legacy in restoration services since 1948, Mooring has secured 62,391 square feet in Building 1 and will expand its disaster recovery and commercial construction capabilities. A move-in is slated for the first half of 2025. Mooring is relocating from Grand Prairie and expanding. Aaron’s: A household name in rent-to-own appliances, furniture and electronics, Aaron’s now occupies 170,509 square feet in Building 2, with operations launching this past summer. They are relocating from Grand Prairie and expanding. U.S. AutoForce: This industry leader in automotive parts distribution moved into Building 3 this past spring and initially leased 114,500 square feet. Over the summer, they quickly expanded to take over all of Building 3, now occupying over 174,000 feet. This is a new facility to service the west side of the metroplex. Acme Brick fires up updated plant Acme Brick Company has reintroduced its newly updated Bennett Plant to employees. A multimillion-dollar program, which began in June, will increase the plant’s capacity by 35%. The plant, built at the site of Acme’s founding in 1891, is in Parker County, near the town of Millsap. The plant is named for Acme’s founder, George Bennett. “At this site, my predecessor George Bennett found all the materials needed to produce brick of the highest quality,” said Ed Watson, president and CEO. “That’s why he named the company Acme, which means the highest point.” The current Bennett Plant began operation in 1996. It was built alongside, and ultimately replaced, an older facility where bricks were fired in batches in round “beehive” shaped kilns. At today’s Bennett Plant, bricks are produced continuously, moving through the long tunnel kiln on special kiln cars. The total modernization of the plant was completed in just over three months. Acme Brick Company is the world’s largest U.S.-owned brick manufacturer and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. It operates 13 brick plants in four states. New building for defense contractor Prim Construction has started work on a new office and manufacturing building for WilliamsRDM, a local, woman-owned defense manufacturer that designs and builds test equipment. The project, designed by Schwarz Hanson Architects and managed by Joe Bloodworth, will span 85,000 square feet. The space is located in Benbrook off Loop 820. It will be in close proximity to Fort Worth-based Lockheed Martin, a defense contractor that WilliamsRDM works with regularly. “We are excited about the collaboration with Prim Construction and Schwarz Hanson Architects on the development of our new manufacturing facility,” said WilliamsRDM CEO Melissa Williams Hoskins. “This partnership represents a significant opportunity to expand our business and enhance our capabilities, positioning us for future growth and innovation.” Standard Meat executives honored Ernst & Young LLP announced that co-president and CEO Ben Rosenthal and co-president Ashli Rosenthal Blumenfeld of Fort Worth’s Standard Meat Company have been named Entrepreneur Of The Year 2024 National Award winners, following Rosenthal and Blumenfeld’s selection as Southwest regional award winners in June. The announcement was made the same week that their father and mother, Billy and Rozanne Rosenthal, were honored as Business Executives of the Year by Texas Wesleyan University, the Fort Worth Report and the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce. National winners were chosen from a group of 214 Entrepreneur Of The Year regional winners, representing 185 companies across the U.S. The siblings and leaders of the Fort Worth-based, family-run Standard Meat Company were honored among nine other finalists from around the nation recognized for their dedication to investing in new ideas and creating tremendous growth through innovation-driven developments. “It’s quite an honor not only to receive this prestigious award, but also to be selected from such an impressive group of leaders who are revolutionizing industries and transforming lives globally,” Rosenthal said. “Ashli and I are truly honored and humbled to be counted among them. We offer our congratulations to our fellow awardees and our heartfelt gratitude to our own amazing team.” “We’re so lucky that our dad, and our grandfather and great-grandfather, trusted us with this legacy,” Blumenfeld added. “It’s a privilege and a joy to witness the impact this company continues to make in people’s lives. That’s thanks in large part to the people who do the incredible work day in and day out. We see our team as an extension of our own family, so this achievement is as much theirs as it is ours.” Rosenthal said they are focused on building a foundation for the next 100 years at the company. “We view each relationship with our customers and suppliers as a partnership, and that means discovering and doing whatever it takes to drive business forward for our clients,” he said. “Whatever strategic risks we take to move forward are worth it, because it’s far riskier to stand in one place. That’s the kind of legacy we want to leave.” Notable acquisitions First Inversion, a holding company based in Fort Worth, has acquired Divine Art Ltd., an award-winning record label and music publishing company based in Northumberland, England. In 2025, First Inversion CEO David Weuste will take on the additional role of CEO of Divine Art. Weuste, through his company Rosebrook Media, has worked with Divine Art since 2014. Lambert’s Ornamental Iron of Haltom City has been purchased by Lambert Forge LLC, a newly formed holding company owned by entrepreneur and investor Tim Andres . Founded in 1984 by Jimmy Lambert, the company specializes in the design, fabrication and installation of metal fences, gates, railings, stairs and steel structures. Lambert’s caters to high-end residential builders and homeowners in North Texas. Since 1999, the company has been owned and operated by Chris Gruensfelder. With a desire to pursue other interests, Gruensfelder retained Layne Kasper , managing partner of Kasper & Associates, to negotiate the transaction, including a long-term facility lease. Andres now plans to expand the company’s capabilities and scope of operation. All employees will remain with the company under the new ownership. Do you have something for the Bob on Business column? Email Bob Francis at bob.francis@fortworthreport.org. Bob Francis is business editor for the Fort Worth Report. Contact him at bob.francis@fortworthreport.org. At the Fort Worth Report, news decisions are made independently of our board members and financial supporters. Read more about our editorial independence policy here . Your support makes TWICE the impact today. As November draws to a close , time is running out to double your impact. Thanks to the generosity of the Nicholas Martin Jr. Family Foundation, every dollar you give will be matched—up to $15,000. 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BOSTON — Another CTE study is exposing the dangers of repetitive head impacts for athletes. The largest study ever of CTE in dead hockey players found that the odds of having chronic traumatic encephalopathy significantly increased with longer careers. The Boston University CTE Center study of 77 dead male ice hockey players showed that the risk for the brain disease jumped by 34% with each year played. Eighteen of the 19 dead National Hockey League players who were studied had CTE — a neurodegenerative disease caused by repeated traumatic brain injuries, and most frequently found in former contact sport athletes exposed to repetitive head impacts. While many think of CTE risk as limited to hockey enforcers, this study makes it clear that all male ice hockey players are at risk. “Ice hockey players with longer careers not only were more likely to have CTE, but they also had more severe disease,” said corresponding author Jesse Mez, co-director of clinical research at the BU CTE Center. “We hope this data will help inspire changes to make the game safer as well as help former ice hockey players impacted by CTE get the care they need,” added Mez, who’s an associate professor of neurology at BU Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine. The researchers studied male brain donors who had been amateur and professional ice hockey players. They found 96% (27 of 28) of pro players had CTE (18 of 19 NHL players, and all nine non-NHL pros); 46% of college, juniors and semi-pro players (13 of 28); and 10% (2 of 21) of youth and high school players. Among enforcers, the researchers found that 18 of 22 had CTE, but the difference between enforcers and non-enforcers was not statistically significant after accounting for years of play. “Enforcers have dominated the CTE conversation, but our findings provide the most evidence for the cumulative amount of play as the predominant risk factor for CTE,” Mez said. “Enforcers had about twice the odds of developing CTE, but the takeaway here is that non-enforcers are getting CTE as well. “Ice hockey players skate quickly, and checking leads to impacts with other players, the ice, boards and glass,” Mez added. “We think years of play is a proxy for these impacts that are harder to measure directly, but are likely what are leading to the disease.” After football and rugby, ice hockey is the third major sport to show a dose-response relationship between years of play and CTE risk, further strengthening the evidence that repetitive head impacts cause CTE. The risk for CTE among female ice hockey players remains unknown, and because the rules around checking differ, the results should not be generalized to female ice hockey players. The researchers stressed that the CTE data reported in this study should not be construed as the prevalence of CTE in the target population, as families whose loved ones are symptomatic are more likely to donate their brains. ©2024 MediaNews Group, Inc. Visit at bostonherald.com . Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
NEW YORK, Dec. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Color Star Technology Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq: ADD) (“Color Star” or the “Company”), an entertainment technology company with a global network that focuses on the application of technology and artificial intelligence in the entertainment industry, announced today that it received a formal notification from the Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (“Nasdaq”) that the Company has regained compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2), which requires the Company’s ordinary shares to maintain a minimum bid price of $1.00 per share. The Nasdaq staff made this determination of compliance after the closing bid price of the Company’s Class A Ordinary Shares has been at $1.00 per share or greater for the last 10 consecutive business days from November 15, 2024 to November 29, 2024. Accordingly, the Company has regained compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2) and this bid price deficiency matter is now closed. About Color Star Technology Co., Ltd. Color Star Technology Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq: ADD) is an entertainment and education company that provides online entertainment performances and online music education services. Its business operations are conducted through its wholly-owned subsidiaries, Color Metaverse Pte. Ltd. and CACM Group NY, Inc. The Company’s online education is provided through its Color World music and entertainment education platform. More information about the Company can be found at www.colorstarinternational.com and www.colorstar.investorroom.com . Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements as defined by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include statements concerning plans, objectives, goals, strategies, future events or performance, and underlying assumptions and other statements that are other than statements of historical facts. When the Company uses words such as "may," "will," "intend," "should," "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "project," "estimate" or similar expressions that do not relate solely to historical matters, it is making forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not guarantee of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties that may cause the actual results to differ materially from the Company's expectations discussed in the forward-looking statements. These statements are subject to uncertainties and risks including, but not limited to, the following: the Company's goals and strategies; the Company's future business development, including the development of the metaverse project; product and service demand and acceptance; changes in technology; economic conditions; the growth of the educational and training services market internationally where ADD conducts its business; reputation and brand; the impact of competition and pricing; government regulations; the ability of Color Star to meet NASDAQ listing standards in connection with the consummation of the transaction contemplated therein; and other risks and uncertainties described herein, as well as those risks and uncertainties discussed from time to time in other reports and other public filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission by Color Star. For these reasons, among others, investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements in this press release. Additional factors are discussed in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, which are available for review at www.sec.gov . The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly revise these forward–looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that arise after the date hereof unless required by applicable laws, regulations or rules. Contact Color Star Investor Relations Office Number No. 1003, 9th Floor, 7 World Trade Center, Suite 4621 New York NY 10007 Office: (212) 410-5186 Email ir@colorstarinternational.com
Jersey City Born Art Cashin Jr., Veteran Wall Street Executive and Philanthropist, Dies at 83
As we approach the year 2025, a new generation of babies is set to be born, marking the beginning of what will be known as Generation Beta. Defined as those born between 2025 and 2039, this cohort of children will follow in the footsteps of Generation Alpha, the children born from around 2010 to 2024, and will grow up in an increasingly complex and interconnected world shaped by rapid technological advances and global challenges. According to social researcher Mark McCrindle, who coined the term "Generation Alpha", Generation Beta will face a future defined by rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, sustainability, and global population changes. Who are Generation Beta? Generation Beta will consist of children born from 2025 to 2039, making them the children of younger Gen Ys (Millennials) and older Gen Z s. By 2035, it is expected that they will make up 16% of the global population, a significant demographic that will influence future economies, cultures, and societies, as per McCrindle's blog post. One of the most notable characteristics of Generation Beta will be their longevity. With advances in healthcare and technology, many children born during this period are expected to live well into the 22nd century, potentially experiencing a life span much longer than previous generations. A world of transformation and challenges As these children grow, they will inherit a world grappling with numerous societal challenges. Climate change, global population shifts, and rapid urbanization will be pressing issues that influence their lives. Mark McCrindle emphasizes that sustainability will no longer be a choice but a necessity. For Generation Beta, environmental consciousness and a sustainable lifestyle will be ingrained from an early age, as they will be tasked with finding solutions to the pressing ecological concerns of the 21st century. Technological advancements, particularly in artificial intelligence (AI) and automation , will be a dominant force in their daily lives. According to McCrindle, by the time Generation Beta comes of age, these technologies will be fully embedded in education, workplaces, healthcare, and entertainment. “Generation Beta will live in an era where AI and automation are fully embedded in everyday life—from education and workplaces to healthcare and entertainment,” he explained. Who will make up Generation Beta? Generation Beta will primarily consist of children born to younger Gen Ys (Millennials) and older Gen Z s. These parents, who are familiar with the digital age and the rise of social media, will raise their children in a vastly different world—one where artificial intelligence (AI), automation, and sustainability are key aspects of daily life. While Millennials and Gen Z have witnessed and adapted to significant technological shifts, Generation Beta will be born into an even more interconnected, automated, and technologically advanced world. They are the first generation to experience the full impact of AI-driven technologies, shaping not only how they learn and work but also how they interact with the world around them. A generation set for longevity Many children born in this period are expected to live well into the 22nd century, thanks to advances in healthcare and longevity technologies. This remarkable life expectancy will present unique challenges and opportunities for the generation, as they will need to navigate not only the complexities of a rapidly changing world but also potentially extended lifespans. Key characteristics of Generation Beta Global Impact: By 2035, Generation Beta is expected to make up 16% of the world’s population, highlighting their significance on a global scale. Their decisions, values, and actions will shape economies, cultures, and industries worldwide. Technological integration: Unlike previous generations, Generation Beta will be surrounded by artificial intelligence and automation from birth. These technologies will be fully integrated into their education systems, workplaces, healthcare, and entertainment. The influence of AI will be pervasive in their everyday lives, allowing them to adapt to a future where machine learning and automation are commonplace. Sustainability focus: Generation Beta will inherit a world confronted by pressing issues such as climate change and resource depletion. The emphasis on sustainability will not just be a choice but a necessity. These challenges will define their approach to living, working, and consuming, with an expectation for greater environmental responsibility. Generation Beta’s world of change While many of their Millennial and Gen Z parents grew up in a world of rapid change, Generation Beta will be born into a hyper-connected, high-tech world. They will have access to technologies and innovations that today’s generations can only imagine, from smart cities to autonomous vehicles to next-generation virtual realities. As the world continues to evolve, Generation Beta will be the key generation to harness the full potential of AI, machine learning, and blockchain technologies. They will grow up in an era where personalization and automation are a given in almost every aspect of life, from school to work to entertainment.Reports: Bill Belichick interviews for North Carolina job
WEST READING, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec 3, 2024-- Customers Bank, the over $21 billion asset subsidiary of Customers Bancorp (NYSE:CUBI), has been named to the Inc . 2024 Best in Business list in the Financial Services category. Inc.’s annual Best in Business Awards celebrate the exceptional achievements and contributions of companies that have made a profound impact on their industries and on society at large. The Bank’s industry-leading franchise growth over the last 18 months, in both deposits and market expansion, unique operating model and commitment to principles of sound risk management ensured it stood out among its peers. “We are honored to be named to Inc.’s Best in Business list. Founded by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs, Customers Bank delivers the product suite of larger financial institutions with a level of service beyond what large banks can offer,” said Sam Sidhu, president and CEO of Customers Bank. “With ‘customer’ in our name and at the very heart of why we exist, we adhere to a unique operating model that is anchored around a single point of contact, a focused product offering and a culture of exceptional customer service.” Inc.’s Best in Business list recognizes companies that, through exceptional execution, have achieved significant milestones and core business wins, like customer expansion, key product launches, increased market share, and industry-defining accomplishments. Companies from a wide range of industries – such as technology, health care, finance, and retail – have been recognized for their success and their positive influence on the business world. The full list can be found on Inc. com and in the upcoming winter print edition of Inc. magazine. “For over 40 years Inc. has been committed to recognizing America’s most dynamic businesses and honoring the great work they do. These businesses have had a profound impact on their industries, solving important problems, and shaping the future of business in ways that will have lasting effects,” says Inc. editor-in-chief Mike Hofman. Inc.’s Best in Business Awards are open to companies of all sizes and types, in all industries and locations. Public, private, nonprofit, subsidiary, U.S.-based, and international companies are all encouraged to apply. Inc. editors and reporters hand-review every application and select Best in Business honorees that, in each of the award categories, have had an outstanding influence on their communities, their industries, the environment, or society as a whole. For more information or to see the complete list, please visit inc.com/best-in-business . About Customers Bank Customers Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE:CUBI) is one of the nation’s top-performing banking companies with over $21 billion in assets, making it one of the 80 largest bank holding companies in the U.S. Customers Bank’s commercial and consumer clients benefit from a full suite of technology-enabled tailored product experiences delivered by best-in-class customer service distinguished by a Single Point of Contact approach. In addition to traditional lines such as C&I lending, commercial real estate lending and multifamily lending, Customers Bank also provides a number of national corporate banking services to specialized lending clients. Major accolades include: A member of the Federal Reserve System with deposits insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, Customers Bank is an equal opportunity lender. Learn more: www.customersbank.com . About Inc. Inc. is the leading media brand and playbook for the entrepreneurs and business leaders shaping our future. Through its journalism, Inc. aims to inform, educate, and elevate the profile of our community: the risk-takers, the innovators, and the ultra-driven go-getters who are creating our future. Inc.'s award-winning work achieves a monthly brand footprint of more than 40 million across a variety of channels, including events, digital, print, video, podcasts, newsletters, and social media. Its proprietary Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since its launch as the Inc. 100 in 1982, analyzes company data to rank the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. The recognition that comes with inclusion on this and other prestigious Inc. lists, such as Female Founders and Power Partners, gives the founders of top businesses the opportunity to engage with an exclusive community of their peers, and credibility that helps them drive sales and recruit talent. For more information, visit www.inc.com . View source version on businesswire.com : https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241203333765/en/ CONTACT: Jordan Baucum VP, Corporate Communications jbaucum@customersbank.com KEYWORD: PENNSYLVANIA UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: BANKING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FINANCE SOURCE: Customers Bancorp, Inc. Copyright Business Wire 2024. PUB: 12/03/2024 04:30 PM/DISC: 12/03/2024 04:30 PM http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241203333765/en
2025 Club World Cup draw confirmed [Full fixtures]Jimmy Carter: Many evolutions for a centenarian ‘citizen of the world’Jimmy Carter, the 39th US president, has died at 100 ATLANTA (AP) — Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter has died. He was 100 years old and had spent more than a year in hospice care. The Georgia peanut farmer served one turbulent term in the White House before building a reputation as a global humanitarian and champion of democracy. He defeated President Gerald Ford in 1976 promising to restore trust in government but lost to Ronald Reagan four years later amid soaring inflation, gas station lines and the Iran hostage crisis. He and his wife Rosalynn then formed The Carter Center, and he earned a Nobel Peace Prize while making himself the most internationally engaged of former presidents. The center said he died peacefully Sunday afternoon in Plains, Georgia, surrounded by his family. Jimmy Carter: Many evolutions for a centenarian ‘citizen of the world’ PLAINS, Ga. (AP) — The 39th and longest-lived U.S. president, James Earl Carter Jr., died Sunday at the age of 100. His life ended where it began, in Plains, Georgia. He left and returned to the tiny town many times as he climbed to the nation’s highest office and lost it after four tumultuous years. Carter spent the next 40 years setting new standards for what a former president can do. Carter wrote nearly a decade ago that he found all the phases of his life challenging but also successful and enjoyable. The Democrat's principled but pragmatic approach defied American political labels, especially the idea that one-term presidents are failures. The Latest: Former President Jimmy Carter is Dead at age 100 Former President Jimmy Carter has died at the age of 100. The 39th president of the United States was a Georgia peanut farmer who sought to restore trust in government when he assumed the presidency in 1977 and then built a reputation for tireless work as a humanitarian. He earned a Nobel Peace Prize in 2002. He died Sunday, more than a year after entering hospice care, at his home in Plains, Georgia. Carter was sworn in as president on Jan. 20, 1977, after defeating President Gerald R. Ford in the 1976 general election. He left office on Jan. 20, 1981, following his 1980 general election loss to Ronald Reagan. Jimmy Carter: A brief bio Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter has died at his home in Plains, Georgia. His death comes more than a year after the former president entered hospice care. He was 100 years old. Jetliner skids off runway and bursts into flames while landing in South Korea, killing 179 SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — A jetliner skidded off a runway, slammed into a concrete fence and burst into flames in South Korea after its landing gear apparently failed to deploy. Officials said all but two of the 181 people on board were killed Sunday in one of the country’s worst aviation disasters. The 737-800 operated by Jeju Air plane arrived from Bangkok and crashed while attempting to land in the town of Muan, about 290 kilometers (180 miles) south of Seoul. Footage of the crash aired by South Korean television channels showed the plane skidding across the airstrip at high speed, evidently with its landing gear still closed. Tornadoes in Texas and Mississippi kill 2 and injure 6 as severe weather system moves east HOUSTON (AP) — A strong storm system is threatening to whip up tornadoes in parts of the U.S. Southeast, a day after severe weather claimed at least two lives as twisters touched down in Texas and Mississippi. Strong storms moving eastward Sunday are expected to continue producing gusty, damaging winds, hail and tornadoes through Sunday. That is according to National Weather Service meteorologist Frank Pereira. So far, the line of severe weather has led to about 40 tornado reports from southeastern Texas to Alabama, Pereira said, but those reports remain unconfirmed until surveys of damage are completed. Israeli hospital says Netanyahu has undergone successful prostate surgery TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — An Israeli hospital says Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has undergone successful prostate surgery. Jerusalem’s Hadassah Medical Center said his prostate was removed late Sunday and that he was recovering. Netanyahu’s office had said Justice Minister Yariv Levin, a close ally, would serve as acting prime minister during the procedure. Doctors ordered the operation after detecting an infection last week. Netanyahu is expected to remain hospitalized for several days. With so much at stake, Netanyahu’s health in wartime is a concern for both Israelis and the wider world. Syria's de facto leader says it could take up to 4 years to hold elections BEIRUT (AP) — Syria’s de facto leader has said it could take up to four years to hold elections in Syria, and that he plans on dissolving his Islamist group that led the country’s insurgency at an anticipated national dialogue summit for the country. Ahmad al-Sharaa, who leads Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, the group leading the new authority in Syria, made the remarks in an interview Sunday. That's according to the Saudi television network Al-Arabiyya. It comes almost a month after a lightning insurgency led by HTS overthrew President Bashar Assad’s decades-long rule, ending the country’s uprising-turned civil war that started back in 2011. A fourth infant dies of the winter cold in Gaza as families share blankets in seaside tents DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — A fourth infant has died of hypothermia in Gaza, where hundreds of thousands of Palestinians displaced by nearly 15 months of war are huddled in tents along the rainy, windswept coast as winter arrives. The baby's father says the 20-day-old child was found with his head as “cold as ice” Sunday morning in their tent. The baby’s twin brother was moved to the intensive care unit of Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital. Their father says the twins were born one month premature and spent just a day in hospital, which like other Gaza health centers has been overwhelmed and only partially functions. Musk causes uproar for backing Germany's far-right party ahead of key elections BERLIN (AP) — Tech entrepreneur Elon Musk has caused uproar after backing Germany’s far-right party in a major newspaper ahead of key parliamentary elections in the Western European country, leading to the resignation of the paper’s opinion editor in protest. Germany is to vote in an early election on Feb. 23 after Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s three-party governing coalition collapsed last month in a dispute over how to revitalize the country’s stagnant economy. Musk’s guest opinion piece for Welt am Sonntag, published in German over the weekend, was the second time this month he supported the Alternative for Germany, or AfD.Shares of Palantir Technologies Inc. PLTR are trading higher following company's partnership announcement with Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corp. BAH . Here’s what you need to know. What To Know: The partnership focuses on two primary objectives: modernizing information infrastructure to ensure secure interoperability and accelerating integrated warfighting operations with coalition partners through data-centric systems. These initiatives are designed to improve communication and collaboration between the U.S., its allies, and its partners on a global scale. Booz Allen Chairman and CEO Horacio Rozanski emphasized the importance of an agile approach to national defense, stating that the joint effort had already produced a prototype within 45 days. Palantir CEO Alex Karp underscored the company’s commitment to supporting Western defense efforts, noting that the collaboration will integrate artificial intelligence and advanced hardware to enhance the U.S. military's operational capabilities. This partnership builds on prior collaborations between Palantir and Booz Allen, which have supported multiple programs for the U.S. government. The companies intend to explore further opportunities for co-creation, intellectual property development, and teaming across various defense missions. The announcement also follows other recent developments for Palantir, including its expanded collaboration with Shield AI to develop large-scale autonomous command and control systems. Shield AI's technology, combined with Palantir's software solutions, aims to address critical defense challenges, even in GPS- and communication-denied environments. The broader context for these partnerships includes the potential impact of future U.S. government defense budget adjustments. Proposals for increased government efficiency under a possible Trump administration could potentially place additional pressure on defense spending, a sector that has already reached historic highs. Analysts have noted that defense contractors, including Booz Allen, could face challenges in maintaining growth in light of these dynamics. 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