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The Kansas City Chiefs (14-1) visit the Pittsburgh Steelers (10-5) on Wednesday, December 25, 2024 at Acrisure Stadium and will attempt to build on a five-game winning streak. What channel is Chiefs vs. Steelers on? What time is Chiefs vs. Steelers? The Chiefs and the Steelers play at 1 p.m. ET. NFL STATS CENTRAL: The latest NFL scores, schedules, odds, stats and more. Chiefs vs. Steelers betting odds, lines, spread Chiefs vs. Steelers recent matchups Chiefs schedule Steelers schedule NFL week 17 schedule This content was created for Gannett using technology provided by Data Skrive.
49ers' Nick Bosa hilariously explains viral exchange with Dolphins' Mike McDanielJERUSALEM (AP) — Israel’s attorney general has ordered police to open an investigation into Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s wife on suspicion of harassing political opponents and witnesses in the Israeli leader’s corruption trial. The Israeli Justice Ministry made the announcement in a terse message late Thursday, saying the investigation would focus on the findings of a recent report by the “Uvda” investigative program into Sara Netanyahu. The program uncovered a trove of WhatsApp messages in which Mrs. Netanyahu appears to instruct a former aid to organize protests against political opponents and to intimidate Hadas Klein, a key witness in the trial. The announcement did not mention Mrs. Netanyahu by name, and the Justice Ministry declined further comment. But in a video released earlier Thursday, Netanyahu listed what he said were the many kind and charitable acts by his wife and blasted the Uvda report as “lies.” It was the latest in a long line of legal troubles for the Netanyahus — highlighted by the prime minister's ongoing corruption trial . Netanyahu is charged with fraud, breach of trust and accepting bribes in a series of cases alleging he exchanged favors with powerful media moguls and wealthy associates. Netanyahu denies the charges and says he is the victim of a “witch hunt” by overzealous prosecutors, police and the media.
The opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP), has urged President Bola Tinubu to change his administration’s approach, citing widespread suffering and poverty among Nigerians. Alhaji Yusuf Abubakar, Dingyadi, a PDP chieftain, criticized the government’s policies, saying they have worsened the economic situation. Dingyadi noted that the government’s failure to provide necessities has led to increased poverty, hunger, and insecurity. He cited examples of states like Oyo, Anambra, and Abuja, where many have lost their lives on struggled to survive during the distribution of foodstuffs as palliatives. The PDP has called on President Tinubu to reassess his administration’s policies and prioritize the welfare of Nigerians. Dingyadi emphasized the need for a more compassionate and effective approach to governance. According to him, President Tinubu’s government is more interested in introducing policies that thrive on creating much agony and suffering and suppressing Nigerians. Our people are more impoverished and lack a clear focus on unity, and cohesion in the country. Even those vocal activists have now compromised by becoming a tool for political propaganda against the innocent common Nigerians. The majority of members of the National Assembly have now abandoned ways to help and improve the lives of Nigerians, becoming more burdens to the survival of ordinary Nigerians. Dingyadi stated that it has become necessary for the government to reassess its approach because the people are facing immense hardship and poverty. The current system has led to increased suffering and burden on the citizens, with many struggling to make ends meet. He emphasized that after two years of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, there has been no significant improvement in the lives of Nigerians. Instead, those who were expecting relief have found themselves among the victims of this hardship. Specifically, people in the northern regions, particularly in states like Zamfara, Sokoto, Kebbi, Niger, and Kaduna, who were once self-sufficient in food production, can no longer feed themselves due to the deteriorating security situation. This has disrupted their farming activities, which were previously done for commercial purposes. We are calling on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to take decisive action, but so far, his efforts have been ineffective. It’s like trying to catch fish in a river without showing someone how it’s done. As leaders, you should demonstrate how things are done so that people can follow and benefit. Currently, about 70% of Nigerians have become beggars, waiting for food to be distributed to them.Manitoba’s official gift shop is the size of a walk-in closet, but it’s stocked with hundreds of items targeted at tourists and others, be they politicians or members of the public, in search of a last-minute and locally made present. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * Manitoba’s official gift shop is the size of a walk-in closet, but it’s stocked with hundreds of items targeted at tourists and others, be they politicians or members of the public, in search of a last-minute and locally made present. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? Manitoba’s official gift shop is the size of a walk-in closet, but it’s stocked with hundreds of items targeted at tourists and others, be they politicians or members of the public, in search of a last-minute and locally made present. The Golden Boy Gift Shop is located underneath its iconic statue-namesake, tucked in the corner of the lobby of the legislative building at 450 Broadway. “It’s the people’s building — the people of Manitoba. This is their building and this is their government, so we should be showcasing Manitoba artisans’ work or Manitoba companies, over and above anybody else,” said acting manager Cheryl Gilfix-Bird. Among the products that line the shelves and racks: condiments from Grand Marais-based Canadian Birch Company; wooden coasters and trinkets from Oakbank’s Zealousdecor; sashes from Métis-owned Étchiboy; pottery by Lorette artist Susan Gurman; and hand-painted keychains and earrings via Bloom Moon Designs of Selkirk. Gilfix-Bird said her preference is to sell goods created by Manitoba creators and companies, which account for the majority of stock, but that is not always possible so the shop sources everything from Canadian-owned businesses. Purchases are often accompanied by a card detailing their origins and, if applicable, such as in the case of the Manitoba tartan, their historical significance. Ties, scrunchies and scarves made of red, green, gold and blue-patterned plaid — a design by Hugh Kirkwood Rankine that was added to the Scottish Register of Tartans in the ’60s and received royal assent to become an official emblem in Manitoba that decade — are for sale. “The red squares of the pattern represent the Red River Settlements, near what is now Winnipeg,” per an information card about the provincial tartan. It states that green is symbolic of local natural resources, gold is a reference to the agriculture industry, and blue represents the Earl of Selkirk, Thomas Douglas, whose Scottish family clan tartan has blue lines. Every new shop employee participates in a tour of the legislature to orient themselves and learn about the history of Manitoba, Gilfix-Bird said, adding customers often have questions about items and the grounds on which they are sold. “The best-(seller)? I think that it’s not a product. It’s everything that has a polar bear on it,” said Daniela Sanchez Ramirez, a retail employee at the gift shop. Sanchez Ramirez, who is originally from Colombia, said foreigners are often keen to take home a souvenir displaying Manitoba’s ceremonial mammal, whether it’s in the form of a stuffed animal, pin, pair of earrings or on a mug. The sales associate has been asked if polar bears can be spotted roaming city streets, she noted, followed by a chuckle. The summer is typically the shop’s busiest season, given the sheer number of tourists who stop by for free tours that often start and end near the gift shop. Busier periods correspond with the legislative session, the acting manager said. At the same time, Gilfix-Bird noted it’s a fairly unknown shop that, in line with historic landlord protocols, does not have any flashy advertising; she and her colleagues often hear from first-time shoppers who are surprised to learn they exist and the range of products in stock. Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. The employee team began bolstering the shop’s social media presence this fall. The shop, which operates five days a week, year-round and offers free gift-wrapping, will be open on Christmas Eve from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Its upcoming holiday closures are Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day. Prices range from $1 to $400, although the majority of products are under $50. maggie.macintosh@freepress.mb.ca Maggie Macintosh reports on education for the . Originally from Hamilton, Ont., she joined the newsroom as a reporter in 2019. . Funding for the education reporter comes from the Government of Canada through the . Every piece of reporting Maggie produces is reviewed by an editing team before it is posted online or published in print — part of the ‘s tradition, since 1872, of producing reliable independent journalism. Read more about , and . Our newsroom depends on a growing audience of readers to power our journalism. If you are not a paid reader, please consider . Our newsroom depends on its audience of readers to power our journalism. Thank you for your support. Maggie Macintosh reports on education for the . Originally from Hamilton, Ont., she joined the newsroom as a reporter in 2019. . Funding for the education reporter comes from the Government of Canada through the . Every piece of reporting Maggie produces is reviewed by an editing team before it is posted online or published in print — part of the ‘s tradition, since 1872, of producing reliable independent journalism. Read more about , and . Our newsroom depends on a growing audience of readers to power our journalism. If you are not a paid reader, please consider . Our newsroom depends on its audience of readers to power our journalism. Thank you for your support. Advertisement AdvertisementISRAELI STRIKES HAVE killed dozens of people in areas of eastern and southern Lebanon. Lebanon’s health ministry said Israeli strikes on the country’s eastern Bekaa Valley today killed 40 people, increasing from an earlier toll that identified 22 dead. “Israeli enemy strikes that targeted the Baalbek district” left “40 dead and 52 wounded”, the health ministry statement said, listing tolls for 10 different locations. Additionally, the health ministry said 12 people were killed and 50 others were wounded in Israeli strikes in the south today. The ministry in separate statements reported “seven dead and 24 wounded” in “Israeli enemy strikes” on south Lebanon’s Nabatiyeh district, and “five dead and 26 wounded” in strikes elsewhere in south Lebanon. Earlier, Lebanon’s official National News Agency (NNA) reported at least 12 strikes, some of them “very violent”, on Beirut’s southern suburbs throughout today, targeting districts including Shiyah, Hadath and Haret Hreik, with a raid on the Kafaat neighbourhood destroying a building and damaging others nearby. Israeli first responders said a man was killed today after rocket fire from Lebanon hit the Galilee region in Israel’s north. Israeli army spokesman Avichay Adraee on social media platform X issued several rounds of evacuation warnings for Beirut’s southern suburbs, as well as areas in and around the southern coastal city of Tyre, where the NNA reported Israeli strikes. There were no warnings for east Lebanon. Adraee said on X that the Israeli military “targeted a weapons depot, a command headquarters and terrorist infrastructure” belonging to Hezbollah in south Beirut. AFP footage showed columns of smoke rising from the southern suburbs, usually a densely populated residential district but now largely emptied. Amid a series of attack claims, Hezbollah said its fighters targeted “the Hatzor air base” near Israel’s southern city of Ashdod, around 150 kilometres (90 miles) from Lebanon’s southern border, “with a missile salvo” — its deepest target in more than a year of hostilities. In nine separate statements, Hezbollah said its fighters also targeted Israeli troops in and near the south Lebanon town of Khiam, including with artillery, rockets and drones. The NNA said “the enemy army” was “blowing up homes and residential buildings during its incursion into the town”. Lebanon’s official news agency and Hezbollah have reported fighting and air strikes in the Khiam area ever since Israeli ground troops first entered Lebanon on 30 September, a week after Israel escalated its air raids against Hezbollah targets. The renewed Israeli strikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs came after relative calm in the capital while United States envoy Amos Hochstein visited earlier this week, seeking to broker an end to the almost two-month-long Israel-Hezbollah war. Today, United Nations special coordinator for Lebanon Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert visited Baalbek’s UNESCO-listed archaeological area, after the UN’s cultural body this week granted more than 30 heritage sites in Lebanon “provisional enhanced protection” amid the war. Lebanon’s health ministry said today that at least 3,583 people had been killed in the violence since October 2023. Most of the deaths have been since September this year. The Israeli military said Wednesday that three soldiers were killed in south Lebanon, bringing to 52 the number killed in Lebanon since the start of ground operations.
Influential people who died in 2024SAN DIEGO, Dec. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Robbins LLP reminds shareholders that a class action was filed on behalf of all investors that purchased or otherwise acquired ASML Holding N.V. ASML ordinary shares between January 24, 2024 and October 15, 2024. ASML is a leading supplier to the semiconductor industry, providing chipmakers with hardware, software, and services to mass produce integrated circuits (i.e., microchips). For more information, submit a form , email attorney Aaron Dumas, Jr., or give us a call at (800) 350-6003. The Allegations: Robbins LLP is Investigating Allegations that ASML Holding N.V. (ASML) Misled Investors About How Issues in the Semiconductor Industry Would Impact the Company According to the complaint, during the class period, defendants failed to disclose that: (1) the issues being faced by suppliers, like ASML, in the semiconductor industry were much more severe than defendants had indicated to investors; (2) the pace of recovery of sales in the semiconductor industry was much slower than defendants had publicly acknowledged; (3) defendants had created the false impression that they possessed reliable information pertaining to customer demand and anticipated growth, while also downplaying risk from macroeconomic and industry fluctuations, as well as stronger regulations restricting the export of semiconductor technology, including the products that ASML sells; and (4) as a result, defendants' statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects lacked a reasonable basis. As a result of these acts, ASML stock has declined significantly, harming investors. What Now : You may be eligible to participate in the class action against ASML Holding N.V. Shareholders who want to serve as lead plaintiff for the class must submit their application to the court by January 13, 2025. A lead plaintiff is a representative party who acts on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation. You do not have to participate in the case to be eligible for a recovery. If you choose to take no action, you can remain an absent class member. For more information, click here . All representation is on a contingency fee basis. Shareholders pay no fees or expenses. About Robbins LLP : Some law firms issuing releases about this matter do not actually litigate securities class actions; Robbins LLP does. A recognized leader in shareholder rights litigation, the attorneys and staff of Robbins LLP have been dedicated to helping shareholders recover losses, improve corporate governance structures, and hold company executives accountable for their wrongdoing since 2002. Since our inception, we have obtained over $1 billion for shareholders. To be notified if a class action against ASML Holding N.V. settles or to receive free alerts when corporate executives engage in wrongdoing, sign up for Stock Watch today. Attorney Advertising. Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Contact: Aaron Dumas, Jr. Robbins LLP 5060 Shoreham Pl., Ste. 300 San Diego, CA 92122 adumas@robbinsllp.com (800) 350-6003 www.robbinsllp.com https://www.facebook.com/RobbinsLLP/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/robbins-llp/ A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/4a5fd11c-859b-4575-b6f4-862a0506d704 © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.Patrick Mahomes was pumped up when the NFL schedule was released and he saw his Kansas City Chiefs were playing on Christmas Day for the second straight season. His excitement lasted for only a short time. "Until I realized it was on Wednesday," Mahomes said Monday. Plenty of sore bodies will take the field Wednesday when the Chiefs (14-1) visit the Pittsburgh Steelers (10-5) in what will be the third game in 11 days for both teams. Both squads just played on Saturday. The Chiefs posted a 27-19 home win over the Houston Texans and the Steelers fell 34-17 to the host Baltimore Ravens. "You're not going to feel great," Mahomes said of the short week. "That's kind of just what it is. You don't make excuses in this league. You go out and play football, and you fight until the very end, and you try to get a win at the end of the day. "You're motivated to play a great football team, to play in Pittsburgh in a great environment, a great stadium. It'll be rocking playing on Christmas, so everybody's going to be watching." If Kansas City wins Wednesday, it clinches the No. 1 seed and home-field advantage throughout the AFC playoffs. The Chiefs have 14 victories for the third time in the past five seasons. The franchise has never won 15 games in a season. Kansas City hasn't committed a single turnover during its five-game winning streak. Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson isn't fond of hearing "turnover" after he made two big mistakes in Saturday's loss to the Ravens. Wilson lost a fumble after a 19-yard gain to the Baltimore 4-yard line in the second quarter and later was intercepted by Marlon Humphrey, who returned it 37 yards for a touchdown early in the fourth quarter. Wilson called it "unacceptable" and now has his focus on making amends against Kansas City. "I don't think there's enough time to really sulk or worry or fear," Wilson said. " ... The one thing I'm not going to do is keep my head down, though. I know for us we got so much great confidence in who we are and what we can do and how we're going to respond. "We can't let a tough game like this take us into a negative state of mind because there's a lot more to play for and a lot more we're searching for, and we can still win the (AFC) North." Wilson is correct. If the Steelers win their final two regular-season games, they will win their division. They would have clinched it last weekend if they had won in Baltimore. Pittsburgh coach Mike Tomlin is hardly concerned about Wilson's miscues. It was the veteran signal-caller's first time committing multiple turnovers in nine games with the team. "He's tough on himself because he's got a desire to be great," Tomlin said. "He wants to lead us to victory. He owns that. I don't expect that to be an issue in terms of his readiness or trajectory of this week." Cornerback Joey Porter Jr. (knee) and receiver Ben Skowronek (hip) missed Pittsburgh's walkthrough on Monday. Standout receiver George Pickens (hamstring) was a full participant and may return after missing the past three games. Safety DeShon Elliott (hamstring), cornerback Donte Jackson (back) and defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi (groin) also could return to action. Jackson's return would be big if Porter can't play. Kansas City also held a walkthrough on Monday. Left tackle D.J. Humphries (hamstring), safety Chamarri Conner (concussion) and star defensive end Chris Jones (calf) missed the session. Jones was injured against Houston. Meanwhile, Mahomes said his sore ankle is feeling better than it did last week. The Chiefs lost 20-14 to the visiting Las Vegas Raiders on Christmas Day last season. Kansas City has won the past three meetings with the Steelers, including a 42-21 rout in an AFC wild-card game on Jan. 16, 2022. --Field Level MediaTuesday, December 24, 2024 Holoconnects, a pioneer in 3D holographic solutions, has joined forces with Mews, a leading cloud-native hospitality management system, and CIC Hospitality, a prominent hotel operator in the Nordics, to unveil an innovative AI-powered holographic front desk avatar. This cutting-edge solution, developed in collaboration with RAVATAR—experts in creating real-time, lifelike AI digital humans—promises to revolutionize guest interactions in the hospitality sector. The AI holographic avatar is designed to streamline hotel operations and elevate the guest experience. Deployed inside Holoconnects’ Holobox, the avatar delivers an immersive, lifelike experience through 4K high-resolution 3D holographic visualization. Guests can interact with the avatar in real-time, engaging in natural, human-like conversations powered by RAVATAR’s AI Avatar Platform. This advanced technology allows the avatar to assist with various tasks, including checking in and out, generating room keys, booking additional rooms, arranging dinner or spa reservations, and providing instant answers to frequently asked questions. The first implementation of this AI-powered greeter took place at the Aiden by Best Western Lolland in Denmark on November 21, marking a significant milestone in the integration of AI and holography in the hospitality industry. CIC Hospitality, which operates 13 Aiden by Best Western hotels in its portfolio across the Nordics, played a crucial role in bringing this futuristic solution to life. Mews’ integration with the holographic avatar further enhances its functionality, enabling seamless handling of hotel bookings and check-ins. As a leader in hospitality software, Mews automates hotel operations to maximize revenue and deliver exceptional guest experiences. This collaboration showcases how advanced technology can transform traditional hotel operations while ensuring customer satisfaction. The partnership between Holoconnects, Mews, CIC Hospitality, and RAVATAR is a testament to the potential of AI and holography in redefining guest services. By combining lifelike holographic visuals with intelligent automation, hotels can offer a modern, efficient, and memorable experience that caters to the needs of today’s travelers. “This launch underscores CIC Hospitality’s commitment to leveraging innovative technology to transform guest experiences. We are excited to collaborate with Holoconnects and Mews to explore how cutting-edge solutions like this holographic front desk avatar can enhance the hospitality landscape,” said Matthias Tanski, CEO of CIC Hospitality. “The launch of a virtual avatar greeter is an exciting new step forward for Holoconnects and the hospitality sector as a whole. We believe it will ultimately elevate and improve the guest experience and overall hotel customer satisfaction,” said Holoconnects co-founder and CEO André Smith. “Our partnership with Mews, CIC Hospitality and RAVATAR has the potential to change the face of modern hotels. We plan to use this first deployment to learn as much as possible and work with Mews to make the front desk virtual avatar greeter and check-in experience better and more helpful.” Holoconnects, a pioneer in holographic technology, is revolutionizing immersive experiences across a wide range of industries, including hospitality, travel, healthcare, retail, entertainment, communications, events, education, advertising, and more. By continually expanding its product portfolio and entering new market sectors, Holoconnects is at the forefront of innovation in holographic solutions. The company’s flagship products—the Holobox, Holobox Mini, and Hologrid—offer 3D holographic visualizations of people, products, or logos, transforming communication into a dynamic and interactive experience. These cutting-edge tools provide unparalleled engagement, delivering immersive interactions that leave a lasting impact on audiences. With its versatile applications and commitment to innovation, Holoconnects is redefining how businesses and individuals connect and communicate. “At Mews, we are dedicated to building the right solutions that provide remarkable experiences for guests, no matter where they stay. This revolutionary front-desk avatar, in collaboration with Holoconnects, has the potential to transform the hotel reception experience as we know it,” commented Matt Welle, CEO of Mews. “We are delighted to have launched this at Aiden by Best Western Lolland in collaboration with CIC Hospitality, Holoconnects and RAVATAR. It is already freeing up front-desk staff who now have more time to deliver a truly personal experience for each of their guests.” “This joint initiative with Holoconnects, Mews, and CIC Hospitality is a transformative step for the hotel industry, blending AI and holographic technology to enhance guest interactions,” said Ruslan Synytskyy, CEO of RAVATAR. “We’re thrilled to bring personalized, lifelike avatars into real-world settings, setting a new benchmark for service innovation.”