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Article content Times may be tough, but the toy season soldiers on, especially during the holidays, when gifts for kids top everyone’s Santa list. Recommended Videos This year’s top trends may be reflective of the difficult times consumers have been living through — kids today want to immerse themselves in a world of wonder, magic and anime. According the Toy Association , “mystical, magical, and supernatural toys” are the latest trends, if only to “transport kids and adults on an enchanting journey, blurring the lines between fantasy and reality.” The organization points out that, thanks to a resurgence of cultural interest in spooky, mystery and horror genres across movies, TV, and literature, “expect to see an array of toys that leverage new technologies, hidden features, secret codes and unfolding narratives that tap into our natural curiosity, explore the thrill of the unknown and lead kids to new discoveries.” What’s hot? The Toy Association reported that trends for 2024 include “eco-lasting play, eerie enchantment, vitamin P(lay) and anime mania.” This includes toys that fuel emotional intelligence, are screen-free and sports inspired. “Toys that not only promote physical fitness but stimulate creativity, healthy emotional expression and social interaction,” noted the site. “Play-based learning.” Other toy trends for 2024 see a decided shift from the big toys to more micro-sized collectibles and small projects — toys based on movie characters are skyrocketing (did anyone say dolls based on the smashing hit movie Wicked ?) Although people have been tightening their belts since the pandemic, research shows that revenue in the toys and hobby markets is expected to reach into the billions of dollars. In Canada, research from madeinca.ca noted that “Canadian toy and games sales generated almost $7.3 billion in retail store sales in 2022” and that the fastest growing toy categories were plush, outdoor and sports toys, games and puzzles. It should be noted about 75% of Canadians “still prefer to shop for toys and games in brick-and-mortar stores” and that Canadians were already toy bargain hunting in the early fall, looking for marked-down deals on last year’s bestselling toys. Juli Lennett, Circana’s vice-president and industry adviser for U.S. toys, reported on the Toy Book website that the market has remained “relatively stable (and) the industry continues to demonstrate resilience,” noting that this year’s standout toys include Pokemon, Squishmallows, Star Wars, Marvel, Barbie, LEGOIcons, Hot Wheels and Fisher-Price. According to NPD Group Canada, toy growth is coming from all across the industry and that the biggest growth is in the plush toy category, along with action figures and accessories. (We’re looking at you, Deadpool and Wolverine!) “This season, parents are looking for toys that will spark imagination, engage kids for repeat play and are durable,” said Shalin Shah, director of marketing and digital platforms for Mattel Canada. Some of the top toy names include Barbie, Hot Wheels Ultimate Garage, Fisher-Price and card games, she said, adding, “The spend on children’s toys really varies, (with) options for every price point.” RECOMMENDED VIDEO The top contenders? “Year after year, Lego remains a top contender on children’s Christmas wish lists,” said Ryan Campbell, an associate vice-president for kids fun at Canadian Tire. “Hot Wheels never goes out of style either. Finally, the classic Furby and its mini Furblets make for the perfect plush stocking stuffers. These interactive, harmonizing companions are as fuzzy as they are fun, guaranteed to delight kids of all ages.” Marisa Pedatella, manager of brand communications for Hasbro Canada, said fan and family brands include Transformers, Monopoly, Dungeons and Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, Peppa the Pig, Play-Doh and premiere collaboration brands (like Star Wars and Marvel from Disney) are also among the most popular. That said, no need to break the bank as there are “stocking stuffers and gifts under $30,” as well as creative play products, action toys, board games and pop culture-inspired merch — “gifts that are not only entertaining, but making learning fun.” As such, science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) toys and games continue to be in demand. TOP TOYS FOR 2024 According to Toys “R” Us Canada , this season’s top toys include: — Barbie Dreamhouse; — Little Live Pets Mama Surprise; — Nerf N Series Gear Up Pack; — Pac-Man Arcade Pinball; — Baby Annabell Active Doll; — VTech Go! Go! Smart Wheels Track Set; — Hot Wheels Monster Trucks; — Lite Bright Super Bright HD Hello Kitty; — Fisher-Price Thomas & Friends My First Train Table; — Lego Disney Stitch Buildable Kids’ Toy Playset.
VANCOUVER - The B.C. Court of Appeal says a law passed by the provincial government to stave off opposition to a supportive housing development in the Vancouver neighbourhood of Kitsilano is unconstitutional. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * VANCOUVER - The B.C. Court of Appeal says a law passed by the provincial government to stave off opposition to a supportive housing development in the Vancouver neighbourhood of Kitsilano is unconstitutional. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? VANCOUVER – The B.C. Court of Appeal says a law passed by the provincial government to stave off opposition to a supportive housing development in the Vancouver neighbourhood of Kitsilano is unconstitutional. The provincial government had adopted the law at the request of the City of Vancouver in 2023 to push through a 12-storey housing development at Arbutus Street, featuring units open to low‐income residents and users of support services. But the Arbutus development has been opposed by the Kitsilano Coalition for Children & Family Safety Society, which took the city to court over its in-principle approval of a rezoning to allow the project to go ahead. Monday’s ruling says the provincial government “evidently became concerned” the litigation could delay the rezoning, so it passed the Municipal Enabling and Validating Act to facilitate the project. The B.C. Supreme Court upheld the law in November last year, but the community group appealed, arguing the law crossed the line in bypassing the court’s “supervisory role” enshrined by Constitution. The new ruling says the legislation “amounted to interference” with the court’s adjudicative role. It says the case isn’t about whether the housing crisis “requires action or whether the proposed development should proceed” — the “sole issue” is whether the province infringed upon the role of the court. The City of Vancouver said in a statement that it was reviewing the decision, although it was not a party to the appeal. 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. Neither the coalition nor the Housing Ministry immediately provided a response to the ruling. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 23, 2024. Advertisement Advertisement
Nakigtambayayong ang Asticom Technology Inc. (Asticom), shared services company sa Globe, sa Ayala Healthcare Holdings, Inc. (AC Health) aron suportahan ang global nga inisyatiba nga “Working with Cancer.” Kini nga programa nagtinguha nga mapalambo ang inclusivity ug pag-atiman alang sa mga empleyado nga nag-atubang sa kanser. Nagtinguha ang “Working with Cancer” nga batukan ang stigma sa kanser sa trabahuan ug magmugna og kultura sa suporta alang sa mga empleyado nga nag-atubang niining makamatay nga sakit. Isip usa ka nangungunang shared services company sa nasud, ang Asticom nag-una sa pag-atiman sa mga empleyado pinaagi sa mga wellness program, preventive measures, ug non-discrimination policies nga nagtugma sa misyon sa Working with Cancer. “For almost a decade, Asticom has been driven by a clear purpose: to improve people’s lives. And at the heart of that mission is our people. They are the backbone of everything we do. We strive to provide support to our employees, especially in facing health challenges,” matod ni Asticom President ug CEO Mharicar Castillo-Reyes atol sa signing ceremony. "Together with AC Health, we are setting the stage for a more compassionate and supportive workplace culture. By committing to the Working with Cancer pledge, we’re taking tangible steps to ensure our employees feel secure, especially when they need support the most,” dugang niya. Gidayeg ni AC Health President ug CEO Paolo Borromeo ang dedikasyon sa Asticom nga nagpunting sa kumon nga responsibilidad sa duha ka organisasyon sa pag-transform sa trabahoan ngadto sa pagka-cancer care ug pagpalambo sa kultura sa suporta ug compassion. “Asticom joining the Working with Cancer pledge is a powerful testament to the growing commitment among companies to prioritize employee well-being. At AC Health, we are proud to support like-minded partners in creating workplaces that champion compassion and inclusivity, setting a benchmark for how organizations can offer more care for their employees,” matod niya. Ang dedikasyon sa Asticom sa paghatag og talagsaong pag-atiman ug suporta sa ilang mga empleyado dili lamang nag-una sa kaayohan sa mga trabahante, apan nahimo usab nga sumbanan nga sundon alang sa komunidad sa negosyo. Alang sa dugang inpormasyon bahin sa Asticom ug sa mga inisyatiba niini, bisitaha ang asticom.com.ph. / PR
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If you have $1,500 to invest in the share market and want exposure to , then it could be worth checking out the two ASX shares in this article. That's because they come highly rated by analysts at Morgans and could generate big returns over the next 12 months. Here's what the broker is saying about them: ( ) While Morgans notes that this ASX oil share has disappointed the market in 2024, it believes that its shares are "trading at deep value levels." As a result, the broker sees it as a good option for investors wanting exposure to this side of the market. It said: New management has had three attempts in 2024 of 'clearing the decks' and resetting a baseline for market expectations. But the numerous downgrades, combined with consistent optimistic messaging, has gradually eroded investor confidence in BPT's ability to execute on its plans and its valuation re-rate as a result. Similar to the market's apparent concerns, we also hold some reservations over short-term execution risks but do view BPT as trading at deep value levels. Investment view: We maintain an ADD rating but continue to caution that patience may be required. Morgans has an add rating and $1.75 price target on Beach Energy's shares. This implies potential upside of 27% for investors from current levels. ( ) Another ASX oil share that could be a no-brainer buy with $1,500 is energy giant Woodside. The broker thinks that the market is undervaluing the company's shares and believes that attractive long-term value is on offer here. It explains: The tide is certainly out in terms of investor sentiment on WDS. Despite Brent oil trading in line with our long-term forecast, WDS' share price implies a near cycle-low oil price level. We do not see this as capable of being explained by WDS' growth profile (comfortably funded) or risks around non-core assets such as Browse. While the share price performance has been disappointing, supported by a strong balance sheet and high margins, we see WDS investors as capable of being patient. Investment view: We maintain an ADD recommendation believing WDS offers attractive long-term value. Morgans currently has an add rating and $33.00 price target on Woodside's shares. This implies potential upside of 37% for investors over the next 12 months. It also expects a very generous ~6% from its shares in FY 2025.Trump uses image of Jill Biden to sell his perfumes and colognesRacist attacks against migrants have come in the wake of the deadly Christmas market attack in Magdeburg. Observers warn of Germany's extreme-right scene mobilizing over the incident. The motive of Talib A.*, the perpetrator of the deadly Christmas Market attack in Magdeburg , is still unclear. What has been confirmed is that he is a Saudi citizen and is in custody. Nonetheless, shortly after the attack, the extreme-right scene in Germany began to antagonize migrants. "I have never experienced such a hostile and threatening environment," said a student studying automotive engineering in Magdeburg, the state capital of Saxony-Anhalt . Salam, a violence prevention center in Saxony-Anhalt, gave a similar account. The association has observed a significant increase in incidents against people seen as foreigners by right-wing extremists. According to Salam, "perceived migrants are branded as 'terrorists,' 'criminals' and 'lowlifes,' some are pushed around and spat at." Threats have gone so far that migrant communities have warned each other in WhatsApp groups and on Facebook against going out in public. That the perpetrator of the Magdeburg attack is suspected of being an Islamophobe and a right-wing extremist is a paradox, Hans Goldenbaum, a radicalization expert at Salam, told German broadcaster MDR . "It shows the power of this right extreme discourse and how sealed off he is from reality." Magdeburg attack puts pressure on German security services To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Nationwide mobilization of right-wing extremists Since the Christmas market attack, extreme-right and neo-Nazi parties, associations and individuals have mobilized across Germany. They demand the mass deportation of migrants from the country. Hundreds of neo-Nazis gathered at an extreme-right rally in Magdeburg on Sunday, two days after the attack. The demonstration saw attacks on journalists. On Monday night, participants at a rally held by the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) chanted, "Deport! Deport" Deport!" One of the speakers at a rally on Sunday was Thorsten Heise. The militant neo-Nazi has several previous convictions. He once tried to run over a refugee with his car. Videos of the rally show Heise calling on the demonstrators to infiltrate associations, fire departments and authorities. Journalists and observers reported that participants in the rally shouted "Wake up Germany," a phrase used during Nazi Germany under Adolf Hitler . Its usage is a punishable offense in Germany. Politicization of the attack has already begun David Begrich, a right-wing extremism expert from the association Miteinander in Magdeburg, expects a broader politicization of the Christmas market attack . The AfD political party has organized large demonstrations in Magdeburg. Begrich strongly criticized the demonstrations, saying that the focus after the attack should remain on the five victims and the 200 others wounded. "I am witnessing great bewilderment and shock in Magdeburg," he told DW. "This attack has deeply wounded the city. That also applies to me personally: my wife was one of those injured." Begrich said he thinks no one should politicize the attack as long as there are victims in the hospital: "The fate of the victims must be the main focus. The reappraisal comes afterward. Communities do not want any politicization." Despite all the fake news, speculation and attempts at politicizing the deadly attack on social media, Begrich sees his city as truly affected, "The city is coming together." *Editor's note: DW follows the German press code, which stresses the importance of protecting the privacy of suspected criminals or victims and urges us to refrain from revealing the full names of alleged criminals. This article was originally published in German.
Ranma is back on TV with a new anime series, and back in Japan’s character cafe circuit too! In October, fans of Ranma 1/2 got a special treat as the martial arts/comedy/romance returned to television with an anime remake of the series whose original iteration premiered in 1989 . Now there’s another encore of sorts for the franchise, with a brand-new Ranma 1/2 themed cafe set to open soon in Japan! The first Ranma -themed eatery since 2018 , the new Ranma 1/2 Cafe will be a popup restaurant with three locations, in Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya . As is often the case with themed cafes, there’s a reservation system with a seating charge of 770 yen (US$5), but also some cool extras that come as part of the deal, as ordering food gets you two character art postcards , selected randomly from a set of five, and ordering drinks gets you one of five coasters , also chosen at random. ▼ Coasters ▼ Postcards The new Ranma anime keeps the original’s setting of the late ‘80s/early ‘90s, but the cafe’s character artwork turns the retro dial back a few notches more by dressing the cast in attire evocative of the Taisho period (1912-1926), for an extra-old school kissa (coffee shop) aesthetic . The cafe’s artwork is using the character designs of the new Ranma 1/2 anime as its base, and with it still in the early stages of the story, the themed menu items and merch highlight five of the most central characters in the cast: protagonist Ranma (in male and female forms), his fiance Akane , his rival Ryoga , and his second (though not his last) fiance Shampoo . Ranma’s core plot point is that, due to a curse, he changes from a boy to a girl with a splash of cold water, and back into a boy with hot water. In keeping with that, there are two different Ranma-themed dishes, each with a bit of temperature-based transformation involved . First up is the Ranma Omelet Pilaf (1,790 yen [US$11.70]), a variation of Japan’s traditional rice omelets with scrambled egg and cheese over rice, served with a kettle of hot beef stock soup to pour over it. There’s also the Ranma Chilled Omelet Pasta (1,790 yen), cream sauce pasta with egg and cheese served cold with a bucket of chilled tomato soup to add. Ranma’s not the only one with a water-based curse, as his rival Ryoga transforms into an adorable little black pig, known to those unaware of his curse as P-chan. The Ryoga /P-chan Curry (1,790 yen) has black rice sculpted to look like P-chan, with a slice of kabocha (Japanese pumpkin) standing in for his bandana, along with meatballs, potatoes, and other veggies for a flavor you can lose yourself in. Moving on to desserts, we come to Akane’s Dora-pancake (1,690 yen), a bold mishmash of eastern and western sweets. Sandwiched between the pair of compact pancakes is a whole lot of azuki (sweet red bean jam) and a plopping of vanilla ice cream, while on top there are white peach slices and matcha shiratama (mochi dumplings). As a nod to Akane’s status as one of the most terrifyingly unskilled chefs in the history of anime, the Dora-pancake purposely isn’t much to look at, but all of the ingredients sound delicious, so it’s likely a dessert whose inner beauty is what’s most important. Alternatively, you can satisfy your sweet tooth with Shampoo’s Anmitsu Parfait (1,690 yen), a tall glass of azuki, shiratama, fruit, and blakcurrant sherbert. As for drinks, Ranma is represented with a butterfly pea tea accompanied by a slice of grapefruit, which changes color if you add a squirt of the juice. Also part of the lineup of drinks (all 990 yen) are Akane’s hot matcha milk with strawberry flakes... ...Ryoga’s hot Vienna coffee with pumpkin powder and cocoa biscuit topping... ...and Shampoo’s almond tofu-style float with white peach sherbert. Attached to the cafes will be a merch shop with pins, key holders, acrylic mini character stands, stickers, drawstring pouches, and memo paper canisters . The Ranma 1/2 Cafe opens in Osaka on December 5 at the Box Cafe & Space venue within the Umeda Kitte shopping center, where it runs until January 13. The Nagoya location will also open on December 5 , at the Lachic 1 Box Cafe & Space , and be in operation until January 26. The Tokyo cafe doesn’t yet have an opening date more specific than sometime in 2025 and no location has been announced, though the Box Cafe & Space in the Sola Machi shopping center at the foot of the Tokyo Skytree seems like the most likely candidate. Reservations can be made through the official Ranma 1/2 Cafe website here , which also has a storefront for online purchase of the related merch. Related: Ranma 1/2 Cafe official website Source, images: PR Times ● Want to hear about SoraNews24’s latest articles as soon as they’re published? Follow us on Facebook and Twitter ! Follow Casey on Twitter , where he needs a new P-chan T-shirt.South Korean authorities seek warrant to detain impeached President Yoon in martial law probePresident-elect Trump wants to again rename North America's tallest peak
The biggest story coming out of New York this week revolves around the Giants' (former) quarterback Daniel Jones. After being benched to start the week, Jones has been granted his release from the team. The former No. 6 pick will now look for work elsewhere. Without Jones on the roster, the Giants will be moving into a new era on the offensive side of the ball. How will things shake out for the Giants in the future? It's too early to say, but one thing is for certain: Malik Nabers will be a key piece of their success. Unfortunately, Nabers may not be able to contribute to the offense in Week 12. He popped up on the injury report late this week and is in danger of missing the Giants' matchup with the Buccaneers. WEEK 12 FANTASY FOOTBALL RANKINGS QBs | RBs | WRs | TEs | D/ST | Kickers Will Malik Nabers play this week? Injury update on Giants' WR As recently as Friday morning, the expectation was that Nabers would play without issue on Sunday. He then logged a DNP on Friday afternoon due to a groin injury. Given his lack of practice participation on Friday, Nabers is questionable ahead of Sunday's game. GIANTS WEEK 12 GAME STATUSES Questionable: WR Bryce Ford-Wheaton (Achilles) LB Micah McFadden (Heel) LB Darius Muasau (Hamstring) WR Malik Nabers (Groin) OLB Kayvon Thibodeaux* (Wrist) *In 21-day practice window for return from Injured Reserve pic.twitter.com/VcRDmeZuRH When players are unexpectedly held out of practice late in the week, it's typically a bad sign for their gameday availability. However, New York beat reporters believe this was precautionary as Nabers has been dealing with this groin injury for several weeks. Either way, we will likely not have complete clarity until close to game time, so check back here for updates. Giants' WR Depth Chart: Who is Malik Nabers' Backup? Throughout the year, we've seen Wan'Dale Robinson and Darius Slayton playing alongside Nabers at wide receiver. If Nabers isn't in the lineup, expect newly-minted QB1 Tommy DeVito to heavily rely on these two in his first start of the season. If Nabers is sidelined, second-year receiver Jalin Hyatt will see an expanded role this week against the Buccaneers. Hyatt has been known for his ability to win downfield and generate explosive plays. Look for him to connect with DeVito on a deep ball against a struggling Tampa Bay secondary. WEEK 12 FANTASY ROSTER MANAGEMENT ADVICE Stock Watch | Trade Advice | Start 'Em, Sit 'Em | Sleepers | Busts | Usage | Weather Malik Nabers fantasy outlook Week 12 The last month of the season has been full of pedestrian fantasy production for Malik Nabers; he has not cleared 15.0 PPR points in four straight games. Even though he's disappointed in recent weeks, Nabers remains a must-start receiver. Few receivers can compete for a 30-percent target share every week and Nabers is one of them. The Buccaneers are also a top-10 matchup for wide receivers in fantasy. Nabers comes in as the WR6 in the Sporting News' WR Rankings and belongs in starting lineups everywhere.PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nationally recognized law firm Berger Montague PC informs investors that a lawsuit was filed against Paragon 28, Inc. (“Paragon 28” or the “Company”) (NYSE: FNA) on behalf of purchasers of Paragon 28 securities between May 5, 2023 and September 20, 2024, inclusive (the “Class Period”) . Investors that suffered losses from PARAGON 28 (NYSE: FNA) investments can follow the link below for more information regarding the lawsuit: CLICK HERE to learn more about the lawsuit. Investors who purchased or acquired PARAGON 28 securities during the Class Period may, no later than NOVEMBER 29, 2024 , seek to be appointed as a lead plaintiff representative of the class. According to the lawsuit, Defendants misled investors throughout the Class Period as to the fact that: (i) Paragon 28’s financial statements were misstated; and (ii) Paragon 28 lacked adequate internal controls and at times understated the extent of the issues with Paragon 28’s internal controls. Investors began to learn the truth on July 30, 2024, when Paragon 28 disclosed that its “previously issued audited consolidated financial statements for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 . . . and the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements contained within the Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q for the quarterly periods ended March 31, 2023, June 30, 2023, September 30, 2023, and March 31, 2024 should no longer be relied upon due to errors in such financial statements , and therefore a restatement of these prior financial statements is required.” On this news, the price of Paragon 28 shares fell 13% to close at $7.79 per share on July 31, 2024. The complaint further alleges that on August 8, 2024, Paragon 28 filed an amended Annual Report on Form 10-K/A for the year ended December 31, 2023 that included restated 2023 figures for inventories, net and cost of goods sold. On this news, the price of Paragon 28 common stock fell more than 20% to close at $6.64 per share on August 9, 2024. Finally, on September 20, 2024, Paragon disclosed that Chief Accounting Officer Erik Mickelson was abruptly leaving the Company. On this news, Paragon shares declined $0.30 per share, or 4.3%, to close at $6.57 per share on September 23, 2024. For additional information or to learn how to participate in this litigation, please contact Berger Montague: Andrew Abramowitz at aabramowitz@bm.net or (215) 875-3015, or Peter Hamner at phamner@bm.net or (215) 875-3048, or CLICK HERE . A lead plaintiff is a representative party who acts on behalf of all class members in directing the litigation. The lead plaintiff is usually the investor or small group of investors who have the largest financial interest and who are also adequate and typical of the proposed class of investors. The lead plaintiff selects counsel to represent the lead plaintiff and the class and these attorneys, if approved by the court, are lead or class counsel. Your ability to share in any recovery is not, however, affected by the decision whether or not to serve as a lead plaintiff. Communicating with any counsel is not necessary to participate or share in any recovery achieved in this case. Any member of the purported class may move the Court to serve as a lead plaintiff through counsel of his/her choice, or may choose to do nothing and remain an inactive class member. Berger Montague , with offices in Philadelphia, Minneapolis, Delaware, Washington, D.C., San Diego, San Francisco and Chicago, has been a pioneer in securities class action litigation since its founding in 1970. Berger Montague has represented individual and institutional investors for over five decades and serves as lead counsel in courts throughout the United States. Contacts: Andrew Abramowitz, Senior Counsel Berger Montague (215) 875-3015 aabramowitz@bm.net Peter Hamner Berger Montague PC (215) 875-3048 phamner@bm.net
Stock exchanges have warned Religare Enterprises for delay in disclosure of senior official in the company. Last November, the company made a disclosure on appoint of Rakesh Asthaana as Additional Director (to be designated as Whole Time Director) subject to approval of RBI. On October this year, the company said RBI in its letter dated May 15 refused the approval for the appointment of Asthaana. Referring to the above, both NSE and BSE in separate letters said it was observed that disclosure regarding the decision of RBI regarding non- approval for the appointment of Asthaana was disclosed by the company on October 24, 2024 after the exchange intervention which was with a delay beyond the timeline prescribed by SEBI. “The aforesaid non-compliance on your part is viewed seriously. You are hereby warned and advised to be careful in future, exercise due caution and initiate corrective steps to avoid recurrence of such lapses so as to ensure due compliance with the applicable provisions of SEBI. Any aberration in future will be viewed seriously and appropriate action would be initiated,” it said. The company was asked to disseminate a copy of the warning letter on the stock exchanges where they are listed and place it before their Board of Directors to avoid such lapses in future, it added. Comments
NEW YORK, Nov. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that it has filed a lawsuit against Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. ACHC and certain of the Company's senior executives. If you invested in Acadia Healthcare, you are encouraged to obtain additional information by visiting https://www.bfalaw.com/cases-investigations/acadia-healthcare-company-inc . Investors have until December 16, 2024 to ask the Court to be appointed to lead the case. The complaint asserts claims under Sections 10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 on behalf of investors in Acadia Healthcare's securities. The case is pending in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee and is captioned Dyar v. Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. , No. 3:24-cv-01300. The lawsuit can be found here: https://www.bfalaw.com/siteFiles/Cases/Acadia_Dyar_Complaint.pdf What is the Lawsuit About? Acadia is one of the largest for-profit chains of psychiatric hospitals in the United States. The complaint alleges that during the relevant period, the Company misrepresented that its financial results were driven by insurance fraud and holding vulnerable people against their will in its facilities, including in cases where it was not medically necessary to do so. On September 1, 2024, the New York Times published an article titled "How a Leading Chain of Psychiatric Hospitals Traps Patients." The New York Times 's "investigation found that some of that success was built on a disturbing practice: Acadia has lured patients into its facilities and held them against their will, even when detaining them was not medically necessary." On this news, the price of Acadia stock fell $3.72 per share, or 4.5%, to close at $78.21 per share on September 3, 2024. On September 27, 2024, Acadia disclosed that it received a request for information from the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York, a grand jury subpoena from the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Missouri, and that it expects similar requests from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission related to the Company's patient admissions, as well as its length of stay and billing practices. This news caused a significant 16% decline in the price of Acadia stock, from $75.66 per share on September 26, 2024 to $63.28 per share on September 27, 2024. Then, on October 18, 2024, the New York Times published an article titled "Veterans Dept. Investigating Acadia Healthcare for Insurance Fraud," stating that the Veterans Affairs Department is investigating whether Acadia is defrauding government health insurance programs by holding patients longer than is medically necessary. The New York Times also stated that several former Acadia employees in Georgia and Missouri have also been interviewed by agents from the F.B.I. and the inspector general's office of the Health and Human Services Department. This news caused a significant 12% decline in the price of Acadia stock, from $59.32 per share on October 17, 2024 to $52.03 per share on October 18, 2024. Click here for more information: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases-investigations/acadia-healthcare-company-inc . What Can You Do? If you invested in Acadia Healthcare you may have legal options and are encouraged to submit your information to the firm. All representation is on a contingency fee basis, there is no cost to you. Shareholders are not responsible for any court costs or expenses of litigation. The firm will seek court approval for any potential fees and expenses. Submit your information by visiting: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases-investigations/acadia-healthcare-company-inc Or contact: Ross Shikowitz ross@bfalaw.com 212-789-3619 Why Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP? Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP is a leading international law firm representing plaintiffs in securities class actions and shareholder litigation. It was named among the Top 5 plaintiff law firms by ISS SCAS in 2023 and its attorneys have been named Titans of the Plaintiffs' Bar by Law360 and SuperLawyers by Thompson Reuters. Among its recent notable successes, BFA recovered over $900 million in value from Tesla, Inc.'s Board of Directors (pending court approval), as well as $420 million from Teva Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd. For more information about BFA and its attorneys, please visit https://www.bfalaw.com . https://www.bfalaw.com/cases-investigations/acadia-healthcare-company-inc Attorney advertising. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.Jordan Jones scores 18 to lead Central Connecticut over Johnson & Wales (RI) 100-51
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Dianne Buswell struggled to contain her emotions on the latest episode of Strictly Come Dancing as she lavished commendations on her dance partner, comedian Chris McCausland. The 35 year old Aussie dance maestro, acclaimed for her skillful choreography adapted for Chris who is visually impaired from retinitis pigmentosa, was visibly moved during the 2024 series of the hit BBC show. The Saturday night spectacle left viewers in awe as Dianne, alongside the 47 year old comic Chris, graced the stage with a grand ensemble of professional dancers, incorporating them into their act. Celebrating week 11 and Musicals Week, the pairs took to the dance floor with tunes from famous West End and Broadway productions. In a gleaming Quickstep set to You're The Top from Anything Goes, Dianne and Chris twirled and tapped in chic nautical attire, surrounded by dancers that added an extra layer of energy to the performance. Their efforts were rewarded with a mighty score of 32 points, although the judges didn't hold back on pointed critiques. Following their routine, an emotional Dianne spoke with Claudia Winkleman, barely holding back tears as she reflected on Chris's journey and progress throughout the competition. When Claudia turned to Chris for his thoughts, she prompted, "How did you find it? And did you welcome the extra dancers? ". Responding to the experience, he said: "It feels good to dance. It's joyful, you know? That was really fun. It's been a good week doing it all. Having the extra dancers, it's... I can't see them around me, but it's the idea that what it is around me. Especially because it feels like you're bringing a proper show", reports the Mirror . When Claudia turned to his dance partner, asking, "Diane, you say he blew your mind this week? " Dianne began, "He did. You've just seen what he did there. I am so grateful for [the judge's] constructive criticism -" only for Chris to interject with a laugh, "I'm not!" Continuing, Dianne, on the verge of tears, went on to commend the stand-up star, saying, "But you mustn't forget, for 20 odd years, Chris's safe space has been down here [looking at the floor]. So for him to stand up and, it makes me quite emotional, because it is a big thing that we've overcome. And you've done so well!" The heartfelt moment resonated with viewers who shared their reactions on social media. One viewer commented, "Dianne has made me emotional talking about how much Chris has improved in the competition; you can tell they have the best friendship and love seeing it on the dance floor each week." Another added, "Well, Chris and Dianne, that was amazing! ! ! #Strictly." Some Strictly Come Dancing enthusiasts were irate over the judges' low scores for Chris and Dianne, with one fan venting on social media: "Stop judging Chris on the same level as those who can see. He is INCREDIBLE and Dianne is a genius. That was a 40 #strictly." Join our Breaking News and Top Stories WhatsApp community for all the latest news direct to your phone. To join you need to have WhatsApp on your device. All you need to do is choose which community you want to join, click on the link and press 'join community'. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the ChronicleLive team. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you’re curious, you can read our privacy notice . CLICK HERE TO JOIN