r777 stable

r777 stable For many men, there is a cognitive dissonance that comes with turning on mainstream TV. After days at a time of watching online or streaming content calibrated by preference and algorithm to our tastes, it is jarring to switch on terrestrial television and assess the portrayal of masculinity in advertising. In ad after ad, the men are teeming with dopey enthusiasm, emotionally incontinent, strutting and prancing about with harebrained schemes, no self-awareness, in a passive relation to the sophisticated people around them, and so unrelatable to mainstream men as to scarcely register as men at all. Chorus’ ‘New Zealand Runs On Fibre’ ad showcases a stream of benignly befuddled blokes interacting with tentative conviviality, the kind of men wider swathes of mainstream men go out of their way to avoid. In an Audible ad, a manchild cavorts around a neighbourhood, making a succession of fantastical pronouncements, cutting to him in bed, saying, “I’m riding an emotional rollercoaster”, to which his fondly exasperated wife, presumably needing a decent amount of sleep to win the bread on behalf of them both, gives him ‘the look’: a levelling gaze and chastising wrinkle of the brow, before saying, “Can you ride more quietly?” There is a commercial for Haier washing machines that features a benign and chubby husband who gazes at the camera in a rapture of niceness, while music in the cheerful mode of a preschool-show tootles in the background. While the ladies exude equanimity, poise and good judgement, the blokes are docile larrikins, who prompt a kind of droll affection from their abiding better halves. For every redoubtable male stroking his freshly shaven jaw in a razor commercial, there are half-a-dozen goofballs - sexless prattling beta-males staring dim-wittedly as they receive some reproach or comeuppance. According to the annual MFA (Media Federation of Australia) Industry Census, released earlier this year, 62 per cent of employees are female. The average age is just 32. Culturally, 52 per cent identify as Australian, and 9.4 per cent of industry employees belong to the LGBTQ+ community. By an astounding coincidence, the contemporary visual tropes, cues and caricatures of masculinity in advertising happen to manifest the mindset, self-inserts and disposition of metropolitan, Sapphic-sympathetic women in their late twenties and early thirties. Meanwhile, Aussies have been turning more to online sources for their viewing, a 2023 Australian Communication and Media Authority report found. It also said fewer were watching terrestrial broadcast free-to-air TV. For their television viewing they are increasingly finding content through video-on-demand services, whether provided by free-to-air and subscription broadcasting or subscription streaming platforms. The report said the advertising market for free-to-air TV has decreased eight per cent in 2022–23. Meanwhile, online subscription has grown from 59 per cent to 66 per cent. Free to air viewing declined from 56 per cent to 52 per cent. Because of the male preference for STEM subjects, (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), and the prevailing attitude that if something doesn’t feature proportionate representation it must therefore suffer from a lack of representation, it is rare for men in advertising to be depicted solely as ideal archetypes in these fields. Instead, there is usually an accompanying generic white-lab-coat-lady, in her late twenties or early thirties, wearing glasses the model almost certainly doesn’t require in real life, and who exists in a medium of diffuse lighting, slow-motion nods and handshakes in consulting rooms and airy glass atriums. I’m about to make a contentious assertion. Advertising requires a solid all round skillset encompassing instincts, awareness of trends, relatability, creativity and levity. My assertion - and I’m about to run for cover like the last waiter who has just fed Mr Creosote in Monty Python’s The Meaning of Life - progressive women in their late twenties who’ve grown up posturing in the vacuous realm of social media and did a marketing degree aren’t naturally good at levity and relatable humour. Their efforts in commercials, leaning recurrently on grating gender interplay, almost always at the man’s disadvantage, are anti-comedy. They are cringeworthy, and actually, quite dated. A second contentious notion: these advertisers proceed from the assumption that men have egos, and it is quite savvy to puncture such bumptiousness, to take them down a peg if there’s some dopey chauvinism in evidence. The irony here, though, is that men, in the main, are actually quite able to shrug off stuff and be wryly self-deprecating – up to a point. Does anyone think the young professional women working in funky open-plan offices making these ads can, in a comparable way, laugh at themselves, or see themselves lampooned much in ads? Who would you suppose has the thinner skin? Some late millennials and gen Z types, coming up in a social milieu steeped in identity politics, have brought with them social constructivist ideas about gender – downplaying traits we’ve traditionally associated with men. And also the traits that male audiences like and respond to, because they’re men: masculine composure, ironical distance, drolly scathing humor, deep loyalties and perhaps most of all, the unwillingness to take any nonsense – to not wilt self-deprecatingly, or be put in their place. And to give off the attitude and vibe of not being someone to contend with in the first place. Men can be compelling because they comport themselves in an undemonstrative way. They draw attention and even speculation to themselves through presence, subdued confidence that makes them the social center of gravity. In male psychology especially between potential rivals or protagonists and antagonists, dominance and assertion has a lot to do with who is controlling the pace and rhythm of an exchange. The more one man becomes overly expressive, the pace increases, the more he appeals, the more he can find himself in a passive position wilting under the quiet ironical assessment of the other. This is a world away from the fussy, prissy, hectored and theatrical men that are so annoying – and unrepresentative – in advertising. Not a world away, perhaps, but certainly a generation. Nicholas Sheppard is an accomplished journalist whose work has been featured in The Spectator, The NZ Herald and Politico. He is also a published literary author and public relations consultant

None

NEW YORK (AP) — The man accused of burning a woman to death inside a New York City subway train used a shirt to fan the flames, causing her to become engulfed in fire, a prosecutor said Tuesday at his arraignment on murder charges that could put him in prison for life. Sebastian Zapeta, 33, who federal immigration officials said is a Guatemalan citizen who entered the U.S. illegally, was not required to enter a plea and did not speak at the hearing in Brooklyn criminal court. Zapeta, wearing a white jumpsuit over a weathered black hooded sweatshirt, will remain jailed and is due back in court on Friday. His lawyer did not ask for bail. Zapeta is charged with two counts of murder, accusing him of intentionally killing the woman and killing her while committing arson. He is also charged with one count of arson. The top charge carries a maximum sentence of life in prison without parole. Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez called the attack a “gruesome and senseless act of violence” and said it would be “met with the most serious consequences.” The apparently random attack occurred Sunday morning on an F train that was stopped at the Coney Island station. Police said Tuesday the victim's identification is still pending. Authorities say Zapeta approached the woman, who may have been sleeping in the train, and set her clothing on fire with a lighter. Zapeta then fanned the flames with a shirt, engulfing her in fire, Assistant District Attorney Ari Rottenberg said in court Tuesday. Zapeta then sat on a bench on the subway platform and watched, police said. According to Rottenberg, Zapeta told detectives that he didn’t know what happened but identified himself in images of the attack. Zapeta's lawyer, Ed Friedman, did not speak to reporters after the arraignment. Video on social media appears to show some people looking on from the platform and at least one police officer walking by while the woman is on fire inside the train. NYPD Transit Chief Joseph Gulotta said Sunday that several officers responded to the fire and one stayed to keep the crime scene “the way it’s supposed to be" while the others went to get fire extinguishers and transit workers. “Officers who were on patrol on an upper level of that station smelled and saw smoke and went to investigate. What they saw was a person standing inside the train car fully engulfed in flames,” Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said. They eventually put the fire out, but “unfortunately, it was too late,” Tisch said, and the woman was pronounced dead at the scene. Zapeta was taken into custody Sunday afternoon while riding a train on the same subway line after teenagers recognized him from images circulated by the police. A Brooklyn address for Zapeta released by police matches a shelter that provides housing and substance abuse support. The shelter did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Federal immigration officials said Zapeta was deported in 2018 but later reentered the U.S. illegally. The crime deepened a growing sense of unease among some New Yorkers about the safety of the subway system, amplified by graphic video of the attack that ricocheted across social media. Overall, crime is down in the transit system compared to last year. Major felonies declined 6% between January and November compared to the same time period last year, according to data from the Metropolitan Transportation Authority. But murders are up, with nine killings this year through November compared to five during the same period last year. Earlier this month, a Manhattan jury acquitted former Marine Daniel Penny in the chokehold death last year of an agitated subway rider. The case became a flashpoint in debates over safety, homelessness and mental illness on the system. Policing the subway is difficult, given the vast network of trains moving between 472 stations. Each stop contains multiple entry points and, in many stations, multiple floors and platforms.Cardinals' sudden 3-game tailspin has turned their once solid playoff hopes into a long shot

Juventus are considering moves for Liam Delap and Joshua Zirkzee, while Paris St-Germain might offer Randal Kolo Muani in part exchange for Christopher Nkunku. Juventus are considering a move for Ipswich's Liam Delap and have sent scouts to watch the 21-year-old English striker, who is also interesting Chelsea and Manchester United . (Mirror) , external The Italian club are also eyeing a loan move for Manchester United's Netherlands forward Joshua Zirkzee, 23. ( Gazzetta dello Sport - in Italian , external ) Paris St-Germain are interested in Chelsea's 27-year-old France striker Christopher Nkunku and might offer France forward Randal Kolo Muani, 25, in part exchange. (TBR Football) , external Liverpool winger Federico Chiesa, 27, is an option that Napoli are considering to replace Khvicha Kvaratskhelia if the Georgia forward does not sign a new contract at the Serie A club. ( Il Napolista - in Italian , external ) Aston Villa may recall Louie Barry from his loan at Stockport in January and send him out on loan to a Championship club, with Sheffield Wednesday and Middlesbrough leading the chase for the 21-year-old English striker. (The Star) , external Manchester United are unlikely to offer Christian Eriksen a new contract, with the 32-year-old Denmark midfielder's current deal expiring at the end of the season. (Florian Plettenberg) , external Crystal Palace are among a host of European clubs interested in Lecce's 20-year-old Denmark full-back Patrick Dorgu. (CaughtOffside) , external Manchester United have made 27-year-old England striker Marcus Rashford available for transfer. (Fichajes - in Spanish) , external Everton are unlikely to complete a deal for 29-year-old Roma defensive midfielder Bryan Cristante during the January transfer window. ( Football Insider , external ) Spain midfielder Dani Ceballos, 28, could be on his way out of Real Madrid with Real Betis interested in bringing the former Arsenal player back to the club. ( Fichajes - in Spanish , external )Payal Kapadia On Her Buzzy Awards Title ‘All We Imagine As Light’, India’s Controversial Oscars Committee & Plans For Her Next FeatureTORONTO — Canada's main stock index moved lower Monday, led by losses in technology and utilities stocks, while U.S. stock markets were also down. The S&P/TSX composite index closed down 66.38 points at 25,625.42. In New York, the Dow Jones industrial average was down 240.59 points at 44,401.93. The S&P 500 index was down 37.42 points at 6,052.85, while the Nasdaq composite was down 123.08 points at 19,736.69. “It started pretty positive in the morning. It's just been slowly, slowly grinding down ever since,” said Michael Currie, senior investment adviser at TD Wealth. Some of the market direction Monday was driven by two separate news stories out of China, he said. “The (Chinese) central bank says they're starting to buy gold again, and they're looking to loosen their monetary policy a bit. So that helped oil a lot, helped gold a lot,” said Currie. China also said it’s investigating semiconductor giant Nvidia over suspected violations of anti-monopoly laws, which sent the company’s stock lower. Nvidia’s share price was down 2.6 per cent Monday at US$138.81. Otherwise, “it’s all about interest rates today,” said Currie. In the U.S., investors are awaiting the latest update on inflation later in the week. However, given that the slowing job market is more of a concern for the U.S. Federal Reserve at this point, the data is unlikely to change what investors currently expect from the Fed next week, said Currie: a quarter-percentage-point cut. “Unless there's something really crazy out of the inflation numbers, there’s no reason to expect anything different is going to happen next week,” he said. In Canada, where the central bank is gearing up for a rate decision Wednesday, a larger half-point cut is more likely, he said. Expectations for a bigger cut rose after last week’s jobs report, which saw the unemployment rate jump to 6.8 per cent in November. “The more we're cutting rates, especially the accelerated rate compared to the States, the more that just keeps beating up our dollar,” said Currie. He expects more buzz in the coming months about the divergence between interest rates in Canada and the U.S. as the loonie continues to weaken. “We're seeing it already, and as the gap gets bigger, it'll become more of a story.” However, Currie noted the TSX briefly touched an all-time high earlier in the day. “Basically since the US election, it's just been a non-stop rally,” he said. The Canadian dollar traded for 70.77 cents US compared with 70.74 cents US on Friday. The January crude oil contract was up US$1.17 at US$68.37 per barrel and the January natural gas contract was up 11 cents at US$3.18 per mmBTU. The February gold contract was up US$26.20 at US$2,685.80 an ounce and the March copper contract was up eight cents at US$4.28 a pound. — With files from The Associated Press This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 9, 2024. Companies in this story: (TSX:GSPTSE, TSX:CADUSD) Rosa Saba, The Canadian Press

Best TV of 2024: A modestly better lineup than usual, but why didn’t it feel that way?Drama unfolded in the Bundesliga’s biggest clash as Bayern Munich battled back to draw 1-1 against Borussia Dortmund, but not without some heartbreak for Harry Kane fans. The England captain was forced off injured before halftime, leaving fans worried about his fitness. The match took its time to heat up, but it was Dortmund’s Jamie Bynoe-Gittens who ignited the fireworks. The 19-year-old put on a show in the 27th minute, receiving a pinpoint pass from Nico Schlotterbeck near the halfway line. Gittens turned on the jets, breezed past Bayern’s Konrad Laimer, and unleashed a blistering left-footed strike. Even Manuel Neuer couldn’t keep it out. With that beauty, Gittens became only the second Englishman to score in Der Klassiker, following Kane, who netted a hat-trick in this fixture last season. Bayern’s nightmare first half continued as Kane limped off in the 33rd minute. The Bundesliga’s top scorer wasn’t taken down by a tackle but seemed to pick up a knock, signaling for a sub and leaving fans guessing about the severity of his injury. Without Kane, Bayern struggled to make an impact until the second half. Thomas Müller, subbing in for Kane, had a golden chance early after the break, courtesy of a dazzling run by Jamal Musiala. But Dortmund’s keeper Gregor Kobel wasn’t having it, pulling off a clutch save. Musiala, though, wasn’t done. With just five minutes left, he connected with a cross from substitute Michael Olise to head home the equalizer. The 20-year-old now boasts six goals in 10 Bundesliga games this season, keeping Bayern’s undefeated streak alive. The draw kept Bayern at the top of the league, seven points ahead of second-placed Eintracht Frankfurt and Bayer Leverkusen. Dortmund, meanwhile, moved up to fifth, edging Freiburg on goal difference. While the point was crucial for both sides, all eyes are now on Kane and whether his injury will keep him sidelined. For Bayern, the road to the title might feel a bit bumpier without their star forward leading the way.

Cardinals' sudden 3-game tailspin has turned their once solid playoff hopes into a long shot

Secretaries of State are being told that any outgoings which are not contributing towards one of Labour’s “priorities” must be cut as Rachel Reeves vows to wield “an iron fist against waste.” In letters sent by Chief Secretary to the Treasury Darren Jones, departments will be told to brace for “difficult” spending decisions in order to restore trust in the Government’s handling of the public finances. Every pound of departmental spending will be face a “line-by-line review” involving external finance experts from banks and think tanks in order to ensure it represents value for money, the Treasury said. The Chancellor will on Tuesday launch the next round of Government spending, and is expected to warn departments that they “cannot operate in a business-as-usual way when reviewing their budgets for the coming years”. She will insist that areas focused on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s “plan for change”, which includes targets to improve living standards across the country and build 1.5 million homes, must be prioritised. Ms Reeves said: “By totally rewiring how the Government spends money we will be able to deliver our plan for change and focus on what matters for working people. “The previous government allowed millions of pounds of taxpayers’ money to go to waste on poor value for money projects. We will not tolerate it; I said I would have an iron grip on the public finances and that means taking an iron fist against waste. “By reforming our public services, we will ensure they are up to scratch for modern day demands, saving money and delivering better services for people across the country. That’s why we will inspect every pound of Government spend, so that it goes to the right places and we put an end to all waste.” Under the Treasury’s plans, departments will ensure budgets are scrutinised by “challenge panels” of external experts including former senior management of Lloyd’s Banking Group, Barclays Bank and the Co-operative Group. These panels, which will also involve think tanks, academics and the private sector, will advise on which spending “is or isn’t necessary”, the ministry said. The Treasury said work has already begun, with an evaluation of the £6.5 million spent on a scheme that placed social workers in schools finding “no evidence of positive impact on social care outcomes”. “Departments will be advised that where spending is not contributing to a priority, it should be stopped,” it said. “Although some of these decisions will be difficult, the Chancellor is clear that the public must have trust in the Government that it is rooting out waste and that their taxes are being spent on their priorities.” Ms Reeves had already announced efficiency and productivity savings of 2% across departments in her autumn budget as she seeks to put the public finances on a firmer footing. In a speech in east London, Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Pat McFadden hinted at a further squeeze. “At the Budget the Chancellor demanded efficiency and productivity savings of 2% across departments – and there will be more to come,” he said. “As we launch the next phase of the spending review at its heart must be reform of the state in order to do a better job for the public.”TORONTO, ON / ACCESSWIRE / December 9, 2024 / Toggle3D.ai (the "Company") (OTCQB:TGGLF)(CSE:TGGL)(FSE:Q0C), a Nextech3d.ai (OTCQB:NEXCF)(CSE:NTAR) spinout is an innovative AI 3D platform harnessing the power of generative AI to convert CAD files, apply stunning 4K texturing, and seamlessly publish superior 4K 3D models announces the departure of Board member Belinda Tyldesley for personal reasons. We thank her for her service! Toggle3d.ai also announced the appointment of Peter Bloch, a successful entrepreneur as new BOD member replacing Mrs. Tyldesley. Bio: Peter Bloch was the Chief Executive Officer of BresoTEC Inc. Mr. Bloch was also the CEO & Chairman of Bionik Laboratories from 2012 to 2018. Mr. Bloch is a CPA, CA, with a track record of building both public and private technology companies, mainly in the life sciences industry. In these roles, Mr. Bloch has secured significant funding for both private and public companies, gained experience with initial public offerings and led a number of acquisitions and partnership transactions. His past 25 years of executive management experience includes serving as Chief Financial Officer and joint interim CEO of Sanofi Canada Inc., the Canadian affiliate of Sanofi -Aventis, a global healthcare leader; Chief Financial Officer of Intellivax Inc., a biotechnology company which was sold to GlaxoSmithKline for $1.75 billion; founder of Tribute Pharmaceuticals, a specialty pharmaceutical company; the Chief Financial Officer of Gennum Corporation, a public semiconductor company focused on the TV and medical device market and Chief Financial Officer of Just Energy, a large public electricity and gas company . These companies have ranged in size from start-ups to companies with revenues of over $2 billion. Mr. Bloch also has substantial experience serving on the Board of Directors of both public and private companies. Mr. Bloch also serves as an advisor to Mars Discovery District, a large Canadian incubator for technology companies. About Toggle3D.ai Toggle3D.AI is a leading provider of innovative 3D rendering solutions, dedicated to transforming the way businesses visualize and present their products. Our platform harnesses the power of artificial intelligence to deliver high-quality, customizable images quickly and efficiently, helping e-commerce businesses thrive in a competitive market. Toggle3D.ai Investor Relations Visit the Toggle3D Investor Relations website and sign up for the investor mailing list to receive the latest news, press releases, investor presentations, CEO interviews, financial information and more. Sign up for the investor mailing list - click here Follow Toggle3D.ai on Social Media Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Toggle3D Insta: https://www.instagram.com/toggle3d.ai/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Toggle3D LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/toggle3d-ai/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Toggle3Dai For further information, please contact: Toggle3D.ai Evan Gappelberg Director 866-ARITIZE (274-8493) Forward-looking Statements The CSE has not reviewed and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. Certain information contained herein may constitute "forward-looking information" under Canadian securities legislation. Generally, forward-looking information can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as, "will be" or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results "will" occur. Forward-looking statements regarding the completion of the transaction are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, as future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements and forward-looking information. Nextech will not update any forward-looking statements or forward-looking information that are incorporated by reference herein, except as required by applicable securities laws. SOURCE: Toggle3D.AI Inc. View the original on accesswire.com

A probate court has ruled against in a petition to change the terms of his succession plan to ensure that his eldest son Lachlan remains in charge of his conservative media empire after his death, , citing a sealed document. A Nevada commissioner on Saturday found that Murdoch acted in “bad faith” in attempting to change the terms of the irrevocable family trust — the instrument through which he controls News Corp. and Fox, according to the report. As currently constructed, the trust gives equal voting shares to his four eldest children. Although Lachlan is currently chair of News Corp., he could be stripped of his title by his siblings, largely seen as more politically moderate and have banded together to oppose revisions to the trust. Edmund J. Gorman Jr. concluded that the legal maneuver initiated by Murdoch is a “carefully crafted charade” to cement Lachlan’s control. He ruled against Murdoch that maintaining Fox as a conservative political media force by ensuring that Lachlan’s brothers and sisters won’t be able to wrest control of the company from him and moderate its coverage is in the best interest of all of the media juggernaut’s beneficiaries. Lawyers for Murdoch and James, Elisabeth and Prudence didn’t immediately respond to requests for comment. Adam Streisand, representing Murdoch, told the that an appeal is planned. The case now moves to a district court, which will decide whether to accept a recommended resolution by the commissioner. More litigation could follow. A two-week saga in a Nevada court, which kept the proceedings and filings under seal, examined proposed changes to the trust. It was revealed that Lachlan initiated plans to change the trust when he began to suspect that James, who’s no longer with the company, was planning to oust him after their father’s death. He allegedly introduced the plan last year at a special meeting of the trust. “Today is about Dad’s wishes and confirming all of our support for him and for his wishes,” he wrote in a text message to Elisabeth the day of the meeting, reported the . “It shouldn’t be difficult or controversial. Love you, Lachlan.” To solidify Lachlan as his successor, Murdoch had to prove that the changes are being implemented in good faith, with the purpose of benefiting all of the trust’s members. James, who at one point was seen as the heir apparent to his father’s media empire but lost a power struggle to his brother, has taken aim at his family’s business. He stepped down from the News Corp. board in 2020 due to “disagreements over certain editorial content published by the company’s news outlets.” He could have been alluding to Fox’s coverage that the election was stolen, which has led to at least three against the board, plus a $787.5 million payout to Dominion Voting Systems. Voting technology company Smartmatic continues to pursue a $2.7 billion defamation lawsuit against the network. THR Newsletters Sign up for THR news straight to your inbox every day More from The Hollywood ReporterCanadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government on Monday survived a third vote of no confidence in as many months, brought by his main Tory rival. The minority Liberal government got the support of the New Democratic Party (NDP), a small leftist faction once aligned with the ruling Liberals, to defeat the motion 180-152. The text of the proposition echoed NDP leader Jagmeet Singh's own past criticisms of Trudeau since breaking off their partnership in late August, calling him "too weak, too selfish." Neither Singh nor Trudeau were present for the vote. The House of Commons has been deadlocked most of this fall session by an unprecedented two-month filibuster by the Conservatives. But Speaker Greg Fergus, in a rare move, ordered a short break in the deadlock to allow for this and other possible confidence votes, and for lawmakers to vote on a key spending measure. MPs are scheduled to vote Tuesday on the spending package, which includes funds for social services, disaster relief and support for Ukraine. With a 20-point lead in polls, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre has been itching for an election call since the NDP tore up its coalition agreement with the Liberals. But the NDP and other opposition parties, whose support is needed to bring down the Liberals, have so far refused to side with the Conservatives. Two no-confidence votes brought by the Tories in September and October failed when the NDP and the separatist Bloc Quebecois backed the Liberals. In Canada's Westminster parliamentary system, a ruling party must hold the confidence of the House of Commons, which means maintaining support from a majority of members. The Liberals currently have 153 seats, versus 119 for the Conservatives, 33 for the Bloc Quebecois, and the NDP's 25. Trudeau swept to power in 2015 and has managed to hold on through two elections in 2019 and 2021. amc/bs/bjt

NoneThe morning catch up: ASX to edge higher after Dow hits new high