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At least 65 million tune in for Netflix NFL Christmas Day games. NBA holiday ratings also skyrocketFRISCO — The Dallas Cowboys will have some key decisions to cipher through in the offseason. One of those processes will involve their most important defensive player Micah Parsons. Parsons will be due an extension as he enters the final year of his rookie contract, likely demanding a handsome figure for compensation. For those who followed the saga between the Cowboys, Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb last offseason, the thought of more drawn out negotiations are already a tiring feat. However, some feel that another summer of waiting for an inevitably large pay out may not be worth the struggle. Yahoo! Sports' Charles Robinson has suggested the Cowboys at least explore avenues to trade Parsons to reclaim future salary cap space and hefty draft capital, starting with a comparison to Brian Burns. Andrew Dieb-Imagn Images “Quietly open the phone lines on him before signing his inevitable massive contract extension. There was a time when then-Carolina Panthers edge rusher Brian Burns commanded an offer of two first-round draft picks from the Los Angeles Rams. There’s at least a slight chance that Parsons could command three firsts. "Not only would such a trade open a significant amount of future salary cap space, it would yield picks that Dallas could use to line the offensive and defensive lines during a micro-rebuild the next few seasons." This season has been a step back of sorts for Parsons, whose injury has also limited him in a significant way. But we say that in the Cowboys' current situation, they should be looking for the best ways to utilize him on the field, not on the trade market. (By the way, with all due respect to the knowledgeable Robinson, there is no precedent for a three-first-round pick deal for a defensive player. ... so such a swap would represent an all-time high.) Related: Cowboys vs. Giants Thanksgiving's Easiest Malik Nabers Bet Ever Though the 2024 campaign has spiraled out of control and head coach Mike McCarthy could be on the chopping block, it remains fact that the core of this team went 12-5 for three consecutive seasons. Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb are under contract for the coming years, giving the team a roughly three to four-year window left of contention. Having a young star like Parsons on board for that is essential. He will demand a high price come the offseason (think $40 million APY), but it is a near impossible task to contend for a championship on a budget in the modern NFL. Frankly, the Cowboys should not be putting themselves into such a box with the other talent they already have on the roster. If they sign Parsons and hit on a few picks in April's NFL Draft, they could claw back into contention within a year. First, they have to make sure their star is locked in. Related: Good, Bad and Ugly: 3 Keys To Classic and Clutch Cowboys Win
Moving forward, Xiaomi will need to carefully evaluate its options, explore legal remedies, and consider potential partnership opportunities to address the trademark issue surrounding the YU7. By leveraging its expertise in technology, marketing, and brand building, Xiaomi can navigate this challenge effectively and safeguard the success of its new car model.In the wake of this scandal, it is important for the community to come together and support the students and staff of the elementary school. It is crucial to ensure that the students are not adversely affected by the actions of a few individuals and that they continue to receive a quality education that will prepare them for a bright future.
Ex-PM Manmohan Singh passes away: National mourning of 7 days to be declared, govt programs cancelled for tomorrow
In a dramatic turn of events, the Hang Seng Tech Index saw a remarkable surge of over 4% during the final hour of trading in the Hong Kong stock market today. The sudden rally caught many investors off guard, as the index had been trading relatively flat for most of the day. The surge in the tech index also had a positive spillover effect on other key sectors, pushing the broader Hang Seng Index higher as well.NoneAnother important aspect discussed during the Forum was the role of political parties in promoting dialogue, understanding, and trust between China and Latin America. Participants highlighted the importance of enhancing communication and cooperation at the party-to-party level to deepen mutual understanding and strengthen bilateral relations.
Analysts and experts in the financial sector have lauded the recent market performance, noting that the collective rise in the three major indices, particularly the significant surge in the ChiNext Index, bodes well for the overall health and stability of the Chinese stock market. They emphasized the importance of continued market reforms, regulatory clarity, and investor education to sustain this positive momentum and attract more long-term investment in the market.
US sex-abuse watchdog fires investigator after learning of his arrest for stealing drug money DENVER (AP) — The U.S. Center for SafeSport abruptly fired one of its investigators last month after learning he’d been arrested for stealing money confiscated after a drug bust he was part of during his previous job as a police officer. Jason Krasley left his job with the Allentown Police Department in Pennsylvania in 2021 and was hired by the Denver-based SafeSport center to look into sensitive cases involving sex abuse and harassment. The center said it conducts multiple interviews and a “comprehensive background check” of potential employees. The center said it was looking into cases Krasley handled to make sure they were dealt with appropriately. Jim Larrañaga steps down at Miami, Bill Courtney takes over to finish season CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — Jim Larrañaga has stepped down as Miami’s men’s basketball coach effective immediately. Larrañaga will be replaced by associate head coach Bill Courtney — one of Larrañaga’s best friends for the past three decades or so — for the remainder of the season. The now-former coach says he loves the university but believes it's the right time to step away. Larrañaga says "I’ve tried every which way to keep this going.” Larrañaga joins a long line of prominent college basketball coaches who have left their jobs in recent years citing the changes in the game and the challenge of coaching in the Name, Image and Likeness era. Detroit Red Wings fire coach Derek Lalonde, name Todd McLellan as his replacement The Detroit Red Wings have fired coach Derek Lalonde and named Todd McLellan as his replacement. The move a day after Christmas comes after the Red Wings lost 21 of their first 34 games this season. They're on a three-game skid. Assistant Bob Boughner was also fired and Trent Yawney hired to work on McLellan's staff. McLellan signed a multiyear contract to start his fourth NHL head coaching job. Lalonde was nearly midway through his third season with Detroit after winning the Stanley Cup twice as an assistant with Tampa Bay. Penn State offensive coordinator Kotelnicki's creativity has the Nittany Lions humming in the CFP Penn State's offense is thriving under first-year offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki. The Nittany Lions are one of a handful of Power Four schools averaging 200 yards per game rushing and receiving heading into their College Football Playoff quarterfinal against Boise State. Penn State has one of the most unique offensive weapons in the country in tight end Tyler Warren. Warren has 92 receptions this season and has become a threat out of the backfield, rushing for 197 yards and two touchdowns. Pat Riley says the Miami Heat will not trade Jimmy Butler ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — If Jimmy Butler wants a trade, the Miami Heat have no plans to make him happy. Heat President Pat Riley — in a rare move — spoke out to address rumors Thursday, saying the team has no plans to trade Butler. It’s a clear sign that, if necessary, the team will be willing to let Butler leave as a free agent and get nothing in return. Riley says in a release distributed by the team "we usually don’t comment on rumors, but all this speculation has become a distraction to the team and is not fair to the players and coaches.” Organizers say two sailors have died in Sydney to Hobart yacht race amid wild weather conditions SYDNEY (AP) — Organizers said that two Sydney to Hobart sailors have died at sea amid wild weather conditions that forced line honors favorite Master Lock Comanche to withdraw among mass retirements. The race will continue as the fleet continues its passage to Constitution Dock in Hobart, with the first boats expected to arrive later on Friday or early Saturday morning. The Cruising Yacht Club of Australia, which administers the yacht race, has said that one sailor each on entrants Flying Fish Arctos and Bowline were killed after being struck by the boom, a large horizontal pole at the bottom of the sail. Haaland penalty failure and Fernandes red card pile on woes for City and United in Premier League Erling Haaland’s failure from the penalty spot and Bruno Fernandes’ latest red card have compounded the woes of Manchester City and Manchester United on another tough day for the two Premier League giants. City dropped more points in its improbably poor run of form by drawing 1-1 at home to Everton. Haaland had a spot kick saved by England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford in the 53rd minute. The four-time defending champions have only won one of its last 13 games in all competitions. While City is languishing in seventh place, United is even further adrift in 14th place after a 2-0 loss at lowly Wolverhampton. Fernandes was sent off in the 47th. Simona Halep withdraws from Australian Open qualifying because of knee and shoulder pain MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Two-time Grand Slam champion Simona Halep has pulled out of Australian Open qualifying and a tuneup tournament in Auckland, New Zealand, because of pain in her knee and shoulder. Thursday's news represents the latest interruption of her comeback from a drug suspension. Halep posted on social media that she was feeling poorly after participating in an exhibition event in Abu Dhabi. The 33-year-old Romanian said she is planning to next enter the Transylvania Open in her home country, where play begins Feb. 3. Halep was granted a wild-card entry for qualifying in the Australian Open last week. Mahomes throws 3 TDs as Chiefs clinch AFC's top seed by breezing past the skidding Steelers 29-10 PITTSBURGH (AP) — Patrick Mahomes passed for 320 yards and three touchdowns and the Kansas City Chiefs locked up the top seed in the AFC for the fourth time in seven seasons with a 29-10 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. The two-time defending Super Bowl champions raced to an early 13-point lead and were never really threatened by the Steelers (10-6). Pittsburgh has dropped three straight to see its chances of capturing the AFC North take another hit. Travis Kelce caught eight passes for 84 yards and a touchdown. Kelce also became the third tight end in NFL history to reach 1,000 receptions, joining Tony Gonzalez and Jason Witten. Jackson breaks Vick's NFL rushing record for QBs in Ravens' rout over Texans HOUSTON (AP) — Baltimore’s Lamar Jackson passed Michael Vick for the most yards rushing by a quarterback in NFL history in a 31-2 win over the Houston Texans in Wednesday. Jackson moved past Vick on a 6-yard run in the third quarter. Jackson had 87 yards rushing to give him 6,110 yards, moving him past Vick, who piled up 6,109 in his 13-year career.