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Buying a new car comes with a few inherent downsides. Suddenly, you become a lot more conscious about door dings, stone chips, and interior scuffs. Finding the right setting on the car's infotainment system isn't as intuitive as it once was, and squeezing the car into tight spaces becomes a more stressful process than before. Of course, all these minor inconveniences pale in comparison to the biggest new car downside: depreciation. New cars will almost invariably lose value as soon as they're driven off the dealership lot, and will continue to lose value every mile they're driven and day that they're on the road. The average car will be worth 42.4% of its value after five years according to data from KBB . However, not all cars lose value quite so fast. In fact, some new cars significantly outperform the rest, and can retain over 50% of their value after half a decade of use. Buyers looking for a new SUV that retains its value better than most aren't short on choice, since top performers can be found in a wide variety of segments. Using valuation data from KBB, SlashGear identified the best SUVs for value retention across the SUV spectrum, from six-figure luxury off-roaders to budget-oriented family haulers. The Subaru Crosstrek is offered in a variety of flavors, from the everyday base-spec variety to the off-road oriented Crosstrek Wilderness that SlashGear tested earlier in 2024. Subaru's smallest crossover SUV is — in its cheaper trims at least — designed to be an affordable entry point to the brand's SUV range, and starts from just over $25,000 excluding destination fees. That makes it one of the cheapest cars in its segment, and as a bonus, buyers get the peace of mind of knowing that the Crosstrek retains its value over time too. According to KBB , the Crosstrek should be worth 52.3% of its original sticker price after five years on the road, placing it comfortably ahead of the average new car. Other Subaru SUVs like the Forester and Ascent might provide superior cabin space or increased all-terrain capability, but for value retention, the Crosstrek remains top of the table among its lineup siblings. Designed for families that might find a regular three-row SUV too cramped, the Toyota Grand Highlander is spacious across every row and offers plenty of luggage capacity too. That added space comes at a cost, with the top Hybrid Max Platinum trim costing almost $60,000. However, buyers should find that the Toyota holds on to much of that value when it comes time to resell, with KBB predicting a 53.3% value retention rate over five years. Aside from its cabin space, most other elements of the Grand Highlander are standard Toyota fare. That's no bad thing — the brand's Safety Sense suite of driver assistance technology is well equipped and comes standard on all trims, while the cabin is thoughtfully designed even if it's not the most exciting design in its segment. Buyers without a large family to transport might find better value — and similarly high value retention — elsewhere in Toyota's SUV range, but for those who need the space, the Grand Highlander is a highly competitive option. There are several key choices to make when buying a Honda CR-V , since the model has a variety of powertrains and trims on offer. However, no matter which option buyers go for, the CR-V should be a safe bet when it comes to retaining value over time. The latest data from KBB estimates that the Honda should retain 54.7% of its value over five years, making it one of the top performing SUVs on the market in any segment. Resale value is far from the only reason buyers gravitate towards the CR-V — its clean styling, frugal hybrid powertrain, and competitive asking price all further contribute to its appeal. The CR-V is also available with a long list of official accessories to suit all kinds of lifestyles, including surfboard attachments, bike mounts, and a six-person tent complete with Honda branding. And yes, the Honda tent looks way better than the Cybertruck's tent — although that was a low bar to beat. Most luxury SUVs depreciate steeply over their first few years on the road, but the Mercedes-Benz G-Class is not like the rest. In fact, the opposite is true — the iconic off-roader holds its value better than most budget-oriented vehicles. KBB estimates that, after five years, a G-Class will retain 54.6% of its sticker price. Thanks to the G-Class' sky-high MSRP, owners are still losing a lot of money in dollar terms, almost $70,000 over the five-year term. However, there are plenty of reasons why the G-Class is so expensive . Despite evolving considerably from its utilitarian roots, the G-Class has always retained its off-road abilities. It remains firmly among the best all-terrain vehicles in its class, even if most buyers will never take it too far off the asphalt. In G63 AMG form, the G-Class is also remarkably quick, with a 0-60 mph time that would trouble some sports cars. Buyers certainly get a versatile vehicle for their money, and for those who can afford it, it's a surprisingly sensible purchase in terms of resale value, too. For the 2025 model year, the Toyota 4Runner receives a long-awaited overhaul , ditching the dated interior and aging bones of the previous generation in favor of an all-new design. The new 4Runner has been brought closer in line with the rest of Toyota's SUV lineup both inside and out, although it hasn't lost the rugged charm that buyers of the previous generation found so appealing. As of this writing, KBB only has depreciation forecasts available for the 2024 model, but it seems unlikely that the new model will lose significantly more value than the outgoing car. A 2024 model is estimated to retain 57.6% of its value over five years, no mean feat considering the previous generation first debuted in 2009. The old-school construction of the last generation remained popular with buyers right up until its retirement, but with a choice of hybrid or gas powertrains, four-wheel-drive, and a plethora of off-road options available, there's plenty for 4Runner fans to like about this latest generation of the SUV. Alongside the CR-V, another Honda SUV with high value retention is the three-row Honda Pilot. Both new and used examples of the Pilot remain popular with buyers for much the same reasons as the CR-V — it's practical, economical to run, and affordably priced. KBB expects the Pilot to retain 52.3% of its value over five years, which is well above the rate of the average new car. The Pilot saw its last major refresh for the 2023 model year , with a more distinctive design, a revised range of trims, and some minor tech improvements. After spending some time with the car shortly after its launch, SlashGear found plenty to like, but thought the Pilot could have done with one or two standout features to set it apart from its competition. The three-row family SUV segment is a packed one, and although the car doesn't really put a foot wrong, it remains a sensible choice rather than an interesting one. One of the Honda Pilot's many rivals is the Hyundai Palisade , which like its Japanese competitor, holds its value better than most. Data from KBB predicts that the Palisade should retain 53.7% of its sticker price after half a decade on the road, with the average five-year-old example worth just over $20,000. That's despite the fact that no hybrid option is available, with the V6 engine remaining unchanged across all trims. Hybrids are an increasingly desirable option among buyers across all segments, but it seems buyers of the Palisade aren't too fussed about missing out on the electrification wave. After all, there are plenty of other ways the SUV makes a case for itself, with a spacious interior, attractive starting price, and Hyundai's usual generous helping of infotainment and safety tech. Plus, with up to eight seats available depending upon configuration, there's plenty of room for the whole family. Built on the same platform as the Hyundai Palisade and sharing a powertrain, the Kia Telluride is another safe bet for buyers looking for an SUV that holds its value over time. It's forecast to retain 52.6% of its value over five years, according to KBB . SlashGear put the Telluride through its paces earlier in 2024 and found its interior to be particularly commendable, with the top-spec trim of our tester boasting a cabin that rivals entry-level models from German and Japanese luxury brands. Its running costs are not so impressive, with the Telluride's only engine option being a 3.8L V6, much like the Palisade. As a result, the Telluride lags behind most of its competition in terms of efficiency, and doesn't benefit from the low-speed acceleration boost that most electrified models offer. It might cost more at the gas pump, but its competitive starting price and high value retention help offset that sticking point. Buyers who opt for Toyota's best-selling RAV4 won't win any prizes for originality, but there's a reason the SUV remains such a common sight on American roads. It ticks all the right boxes for a sensible, affordable family SUV, including holding its value during its first five years on the road. Over that period it will keep 50.6% of its initial sticker value, per KBB . That reputation for sensibility and affordability makes it a popular choice both new and used , and with the launch of the latest generation, buyers have more powertrain choices than ever to boot. Gas, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid options are available, although the latter comes with a notable price premium. A range of trims is also offered, from basic to premium, while the TRD Off-Road and Woodland Edition trims cater to buyers who are willing to sacrifice a little on-road refinement in return for all-terrain capability. Combine the RAV4's individual talents with Toyota's brand-wide reputation for reliability, and the result is an SUV that continues to be a favorite with buyers even with an increasingly packed field of competition. Most of the top performers when it comes to holding value over time fall into one of two camps. The first are the sensible, highly regarded models that rely on their practicality and reliability to remain in demand with used buyers. Then, there are those models that simply rely on individual charm. The Ford Bronco arguably falls more towards the second category — it's difficult to justify buying one based on efficiency, space, or on-road manners, but that matters a lot less since it has so much personality. Ford has released a number of special edition Bronco trims including the Bronco Heritage Edition , but the basic SUV remains mostly unchanged since it was first launched in 2020. That's because it doesn't need to change, as Ford got the formula just right the first time around. It looks unlike anything else on the market, blending modern and retro touches, and it can be a handful to drive on the road. It's about as far from sensible or rational as you can get from most of the other family-oriented SUVs here, but it holds its value better than any of them. According to KBB , the Bronco will retain an exceptional 63.8% of its value over its first half a decade on (or off) the road.Christmas wonder
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) — Kyle McCord threw for a career-high 470 yards with two touchdowns to lead Syracuse to a 31-24 win over UConn on Saturday. The win gives the Orange (8-3) their first eight-win regular season since 2018, and third since 2000. “We knew they would play all the way through the fourth quarter, and we thought it’d be a fourth-quarter game,” Syracuse coach Fran Brown said. “So, it’s just what we talked about the entire week and we didn’t take it lightly.” McCord completed 37-of-47 passes for his first 400-yard game this season. He opened the game with a 77-yard touchdown drive, spanning two plays in 50 seconds. The touchdown came on a 22-yard pass to Oronde Gadsden. McCord broke Syracuse’s all-time record for single-season passing yards with 4:12 remaining in the first half. He needed 273 yards to pass Nassib, and finished the game against the Huskies with 3,946 passing yards. The former quarterback set his record in 2012, recording 3,749 passing yards during his senior year. McCord also tied Nassib’s record for single-season touchdown passes with 26, with his second touchdown pass on the same play as the yardage record. “I got a standard of what the quarterback needs to look like being here,” Brown said. "Not necessarily statistically and all those things, because that’s hard, but just in reference to how you prepare.” The Orange missed two field goals and had two touchdowns called back that allowed the Huskies offense a chance to tie the game in the fourth quarter. After a 2-yard passing touchdown by quarterback Joe Fagnano left UConn trailing back one score, Syracuse recovered the Huskies’ onside kick attempt to end the game. UConn (7-4) will finish its season without a Power Four win after staying within two touchdowns of the Orange for all 60 minutes. The Huskies have ended each of their four Power Four games within one score of their opponent. “They’re disappointed as hell, and they should be,” UConn coach Jim Mora said. “But we have to get over that, and we have to figure out what we can do better and apply those lessons going forward and prepare to get a win next week.” Cam Edwards led UConn on the ground with 87 rushing yards, including a 71-yard touchdown dash in the first quarter. Fagnano finished the game with 228 passing yards and two touchdowns. UConn: Linebacker Jayden McDonald recorded a second-best 12 tackles, including a sack and tackle-for-loss. McDonald was the one of three Huskies to reach McCord for a sack. Syracuse: Eight receivers caught passes, with three recording over 100 yards each. Wide receivers Darrell Gill Jr. (177 yards) and Jackson Meeks (110) and tight end Oronde Gadsden (103 and a touchdown) combined for 390 receiving yards. Syracuse had 540 total yards to UConn’s 352. UConn’s offense was 5-of-15 on third down conversions against the Orange defense. The Huskies didn’t get their first third down conversion until the second quarter, after the Orange had already taken a 14-7 lead. McCord faces off against Miami’s Cameron Ward for Syracuse’s final game of the regular season. They are the two leading passers in FBS and sit atop the ACC in total offense. UConn: Visits Massachusetts on Saturday Syracuse: Hosts No. 11 Miami on Saturday — Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-footballFacebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save DALLAS — Delta and United became the most profitable U.S. airlines by targeting premium customers while also winning back a significant share of travelers on a tight budget. That is squeezing smaller low-fare carriers like Spirit Airlines , which recently filed for bankruptcy protection. Some travel-industry experts think Spirit’s troubles indicate that travelers on a budget will be left with fewer choices and higher prices. Other discount airlines are on much better financial footing than Spirit, but they too are lagging far behind the full-service airlines when it comes to recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic . Most industry experts think Frontier Airlines and other so-called ultra-low-cost carriers will fill the vacuum if Spirit shrinks , and that there is still plenty of competition to prevent prices from spiking. Hammonton police sergeant accused of failing drug test, stealing drugs from evidence room Atlantic City police say power restored after daylong outages Ocean City residents speak against Bible study on school time What does Spirit Airlines' bankruptcy mean for Atlantic City International Airport? 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Allegiant Air’s parent company is still profitable, but less so than before the pandemic. Those kind of numbers led United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby to declare recently that low-cost carriers were using “a fundamentally flawed business model” and customers hate flying on them. Kirby’s touchdown dance might turn out to be premature, but many analysts are wary about the near-term prospects for budget airlines, which charge cheaper fares but more fees than the big airlines. A traveler speaks with a Spirit Airlines agent May 24 at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport ahead of Memorial Day in Atlanta. Low-cost airlines grew in the last two decades by undercutting big carriers on ticket prices, thanks in large part to lower costs, including hiring younger workers who were paid less than their counterparts at Delta Air Lines, United and American Airlines . Wages soared across the industry in the past two years, however, narrowing that cost advantage. The big airlines rolled out and refined their no-frills, “basic economy” tickets to compete directly with Spirit, Frontier and other budget carriers for the most price-sensitive travelers. The budget airlines became less efficient at using planes and people. As their growth slowed, they wound up with more of both than they needed. In 2019, Spirit planes were in the air an average of 12.3 hours every day. By this summer, the planes spent an average of two more hours each day sitting on the ground, where they don't make money. Spirit's costs per mile jumped 32% between 2019 and 2023. Another issue is that airlines added too many flights. Budget airlines and Southwest Airlines were among the worst offenders, but full-service airlines piled on. To make up for a drop in business travel, the big carriers added more flights on domestic leisure routes. The result: Too many seats on flights into popular tourist destinations such as Florida and Las Vegas, which drove down prices, especially for economy-class tickets. Rows of seats are shown Sept. 26 on a retrofitted Southwest Airlines jet at Love Field in Dallas. Low-cost airlines are responding by following the old adage that if you can't beat them, join them. That means going premium, following the rapidly growing household wealth among upper-income people. The top one-fifth of U.S. households by income added $35 trillion in wealth since 2019 and holds nearly nine times the wealth of the middle fifth, according to the Federal Reserve . Frontier Airlines organized its fares into four bundles in May, with buyers of higher-priced tickets getting extras such as priority boarding, more legroom and checked bags. The airline dropped ticket-change or cancellation fees except for the cheapest bundle. Spirit followed in August with similar changes, blocking middle seats and charging passengers more for the comfort of aisle and window seats. Spirit Airlines CEO Ted Christie received a $3.8 million retention bonus a week before the Florida-based carrier filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Christie will retain the bonus if he remains with the company for another year. The airline's stock has dropped over 90% this year. It has faced challenges including a blocked $3.8 billion merger with JetBlue and failed talks with Frontier. The pandemic disrupted Spirit's operations and travel patterns, reducing its daily aircraft utilization and increasing costs. Demand has shifted to full-service airlines as higher-income travelers vacation more, while inflation impacts lower-income consumers. JetBlue Airways , which began flying more than 20 years ago as a low-cost carrier but with amenities, is digging out from years of steady losses. Under new CEO Joanna Geraghty, the first woman to lead a major U.S. airline, JetBlue is cutting unprofitable routes, bolstering core markets that include the Northeast and Florida, and delaying deliveries of $3 billion worth of new planes. Starting next year, Southwest Airlines will toss out a half-century tradition of “open seating” — passengers picking their own seat after boarding the plane. Executives say extensive surveying showed 80% of customers preferred an assigned seat, and that's especially true with coveted business travelers. More crowded planes also might be pushing passengers to spend more to escape a middle seat in the back of the plane. A Frontier Airlines jet takes off July 5, 2022, from Denver International Airport in Denver. In other parts of the world, budget carriers are doing just fine. They bounced back from the pandemic just like their more highbrow competitors. Some industry experts say low-cost carriers in Asia and Europe have always attracted a more diverse mix of passengers, while in the U.S., affluent and middle-class travelers look down their noses at low-cost carriers. Jamie Baker, an analyst for JPMorgan, says he has many college friends who work in London and fly Irish airline Ryanair all the time, but he hardly knows anyone who has ever been on a Spirit or Frontier plane. A small plane tows a banner April 13, 2016, over Flint Bishop International Airport as part of ceremonies marking Allegiant Air joining the airport. Delta CEO Ed Bastian is less dismissive of the “lower-end carriers” in the U.S. than United's Kirby. "I don’t see that segment ever disappearing,” Bastian said after Spirit’s bankruptcy filing. “I think there’s a market for it.” At the same time, he said the upscale moves by ultra-low-cost carriers are having no effect on his airline. Delta targets upscale travelers but also introduced basic-economy fares a decade ago, when discounters emerged as a growing threat to poach some of Delta's customers. “Just calling yourself a premium carrier and actually being a premium carrier are two totally different things,” Bastian said “It's not the size of the seat or how much room you have; it's the overall experience.” As frequent flyers know, air travel isn't cheap. With the summer months in full swing, demand for air travel is expected to reach record numbers in 2024 as airlines continue to recover after the COVID-19 pandemic. Luckily for those who are looking for ways to save on travel , one way to cut costs on your next vacation may be in finding the right places to fly in and out of. FinanceBuzz looked at average domestic airfares from the 45 busiest airports in the U.S. to learn which airports are best for travelers on a budget, as well as which ones to avoid if you are trying to travel affordably. Overall, the national average airfare cost decreased by 3.1% from 2022 to 2023 when adjusted for inflation (which translates to a 0.9% increase in non-adjusted dollars). The last time inflation-adjusted airfare costs dropped year-over-year was during the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, when it fell 18% between 2019 and 2020. Largely, this is good news for consumers who can spend less on airfare and have more room in their budget for hotels , restaurants, and other travel fees. In addition to earning rewards on airfare, most travel credit cards offer rewards for spending in these areas, which can offset overall vacation costs. Based on Bureau of Transportation Statistics, the above chart shows inflation-adjusted average airline fares over the past 25 years. For this report, we compared domestic airfares from the 45 busiest airports in the U.S. using data published by the U.S. Department of Transportation . Orlando International Airport (MCO) had the lowest airfare cost in the country at $265.58 on average. Home to iconic theme parks like Universal Studios, Sea World, and most notably, Walt Disney World, Orlando is one of America's top tourist destinations. This is welcome news for those bracing for expensive park tickets and food prices at the House of Mouse. Beyond saving with a Disney credit card on park-related purchases, visitors can also maximize savings by using a credit card like the Chase Sapphire Reserve which offers an annual travel credit, or even using a 0% APR credit card if you don't want to pay for your entire vacation at once. Another Florida-based airport, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), has the second-lowest average airfare cost in the country — tickets here are only about $5 more expensive than Orlando's. Just a few dollars behind FLL is Las Vegas's Harry Reid International (LAS), where fares cost $272.15 on average. LAS is also the last airport on our list where average airfare costs are less than $300. Oakland International Airport (OAK) has the fourth-lowest average airfare costs in the country at $303.79. And the fifth-least expensive airport, Chicago Midway International (MDW), comes in at $308.27. For the third year in a row, Dulles International Airport (IAD) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) have the two highest average fares in the country. Flights from Dulles cost $488.40 on average in 2023, while flights from San Francisco cost $444.59. Some silver lining for travelers who need to travel through Dulles: IAD is home to some of the best airport lounges in the country, including the recently-opened Capital One Lounge, available to Capital One Venture X or Venture Rewards credit card holders. With free food, drinks, and recharging stations, lounges can be one easy way to offset otherwise-expensive airport costs. Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) has the third-highest average airfare in the country, with an average cost of $438.34. Last on our top-five list of the most expensive airports are Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) and Detroit Metro Airport (DTW). Average airfare from Charlotte cost $436.80 last year, while flights from Detroit had an average price tag of $427.05. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) was the biggest affordability winner over the last year, dropping prices by more than $18 on average. SEA jumped from 36th most-affordable place last year to 28th place this year — an increase of eight spots. Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) and Portland International Airport (PDX) experienced similar jumps, rising by seven spots each. RDU went from 24th place in 2022 to 17th in 2023, while PDX went from 42nd to 35th. Two different airports fell by eight spots in our affordability rankings, tied for the biggest drop of the year. The average fare at Sacramento International Airport (SMF) rose by $18.66 year-over-year, which led SMF to go from 18th in last year's affordability rankings to 26th this year. Prices rose even more at St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL), going up by $19.64 on average from one year to the next. Consequently, STL fell from 21st to 29th place in terms of affordability. As you plan your travel, you'll find costs can vary widely at a single airport. With a little research and smart planning, you can find a deal at any airport. Here are a few tips to save on airfare: One way to save on airfare is to use airline credit card points , or travel cards, to book your travel. For newer travelers, some welcome bonuses on beginner travel credit cards can be enough to earn you a free flight (or two). As we all know, flights aren't the only expensive part of traveling. Save money on baggage fees by understanding your airlines and prepping for the hidden costs of air travel. We looked at 2023 airfare data released by the U.S. Department of Transportation in May 2024 to compare domestic airfares by origin city. This report calculated average fares based on domestic itinerary fares. "Itinerary fares" consist of round-trip fares, unless only a one-way ticket was purchased. In that case, the one-way fare was used. Fares are based on total ticket value, including the price charged by the airline plus any additional taxes and fees levied at the time of purchase. Fares include only the price paid at booking and do not include fees for optional services like baggage fees. Averages also do not include frequent-flyer or "zero fares" or a few abnormally high reported fares. This stor y was produced by FinanceBuzz and reviewed and distributed by Stacker Media. Stay up-to-date on what's happening Receive the latest in local entertainment news in your inbox weekly!
Raising tax on North Sea oil and gas profits could “kill the goose that lays the golden egg” and threaten the transition to net zero, an MP has warned. The SNP’s Dave Doogan claimed the Finance Bill was “a further and final attack on North Sea oil and gas, on Scotland’s natural endowment”. Harriet Cross, Conservative MP for Gordon and Buchan, said the Government risks baking in the energy profits levy (EPL) to the tax system as a permanent feature, “creating long-term uncertainty that will drive investment away from north-east Scotland”. The Conservative government introduced the levy in May 2022, a time-limited windfall tax, which is currently set at a rate of 35% and due to end in March 2029. If MPs agree the Finance Bill, which they backed at its second reading on Wednesday by 332 votes to 176, majority 156, the levy would rise to 38% and continue until 2030. The draft legislation will undergo further scrutiny at a later date. Mr Doogan told the Commons: “The UK has drawn billions – hundreds of billions – of pounds from the North Sea over the course of my lifetime, the last 50 years, and it’s almost as though they’re addicted to it, so much so they’re going to kill the goose that lays the golden egg. “They’re hiking taxes, eroding allowances and driving investment from the North Sea in the businesses that are precisely the ones that we need to drive the transition to net zero in the places that we need them. “What other state would attack one of their own industries in this way? It’s beggars belief and it will come home to roost in spades. “It will not shift the dial towards the net-zero future that we’re trying to get to one bit. “The oil and gas that is being displaced from the Scottish sector by this Government’s ineptitude will be replaced by oil and gas from other jurisdictions, where the tax will be paid and where doubtless human rights are very much worse.” Ms Cross said: “What other industry in the UK would be expected to deliver something as fundamental as our heating, our lighting or our transport fuels, indeed energy to make sure the NHS can operate or schools can run, while also being taxed to such an extent that this Government is driving away investment in a sector so crucial to our national security? “What is particularly concerning with the EPL is the impact on homegrown energy businesses. These are not global multinationals that are often used as examples of the energy giants who make massive profits, companies which can and do buffer the impacts of EPL by increasing their overseas investments and reducing their investments in the North Sea. “Instead, this policy hits hardest the companies that have emerged and grown out of north-east Scotland, employing local people, supporting local supply chains and helping our local economies.” The MP, whose constituency lies north of Aberdeen, later added: “This Labour Government is turning what should be and what was a windfall tax into a permanent feature of our tax system, creating long-term uncertainty that will drive investment away from north-east Scotland.” Treasury minister Tulip Siddiq told MPs: “We recognise that oil and gas will continue to have a role in the energy mix during the transition. We need to drive public and private investment towards cleaner energy. “The money that’s raised by these changes will help contribute towards this public investment while the sector continues to benefit from £84.25 relief for every £100 of private investment, and to reflect our commitment to facilitating cleaner homegrown energy, the Government has confirmed that the sector will continue to benefit from a decarbonisation investment allowance at similar value of relief as it received prior to November energy profits levy rate increases.”Raising tax on North Sea oil and gas profits could “kill the goose that lays the golden egg” and threaten the transition to net zero, an MP has warned. The SNP’s Dave Doogan claimed the Finance Bill was “a further and final attack on North Sea oil and gas, on Scotland’s natural endowment”. Harriet Cross, Conservative MP for Gordon and Buchan, said the Government risks baking in the energy profits levy (EPL) to the tax system as a permanent feature, “creating long-term uncertainty that will drive investment away from north-east Scotland”. The Conservative government introduced the levy in May 2022, a time-limited windfall tax, which is currently set at a rate of 35% and due to end in March 2029. If MPs agree the Finance Bill, which they backed at its second reading on Wednesday by 332 votes to 176, majority 156, the levy would rise to 38% and continue until 2030. The draft legislation will undergo further scrutiny at a later date. Mr Doogan told the Commons: “The UK has drawn billions – hundreds of billions – of pounds from the North Sea over the course of my lifetime, the last 50 years, and it’s almost as though they’re addicted to it, so much so they’re going to kill the goose that lays the golden egg. “They’re hiking taxes, eroding allowances and driving investment from the North Sea in the businesses that are precisely the ones that we need to drive the transition to net zero in the places that we need them. “What other state would attack one of their own industries in this way? It’s beggars belief and it will come home to roost in spades. “It will not shift the dial towards the net-zero future that we’re trying to get to one bit. “The oil and gas that is being displaced from the Scottish sector by this Government’s ineptitude will be replaced by oil and gas from other jurisdictions, where the tax will be paid and where doubtless human rights are very much worse.” Ms Cross said: “What other industry in the UK would be expected to deliver something as fundamental as our heating, our lighting or our transport fuels, indeed energy to make sure the NHS can operate or schools can run, while also being taxed to such an extent that this Government is driving away investment in a sector so crucial to our national security? “What is particularly concerning with the EPL is the impact on homegrown energy businesses. These are not global multinationals that are often used as examples of the energy giants who make massive profits, companies which can and do buffer the impacts of EPL by increasing their overseas investments and reducing their investments in the North Sea. “Instead, this policy hits hardest the companies that have emerged and grown out of north-east Scotland, employing local people, supporting local supply chains and helping our local economies.” The MP, whose constituency lies north of Aberdeen, later added: “This Labour Government is turning what should be and what was a windfall tax into a permanent feature of our tax system, creating long-term uncertainty that will drive investment away from north-east Scotland.” Treasury minister Tulip Siddiq told MPs: “We recognise that oil and gas will continue to have a role in the energy mix during the transition. We need to drive public and private investment towards cleaner energy. “The money that’s raised by these changes will help contribute towards this public investment while the sector continues to benefit from £84.25 relief for every £100 of private investment, and to reflect our commitment to facilitating cleaner homegrown energy, the Government has confirmed that the sector will continue to benefit from a decarbonisation investment allowance at similar value of relief as it received prior to November energy profits levy rate increases.”
The 39-year-old takes charge for the first time in Sunday’s Premier League trip to promoted Ipswich having been confirmed as Erik ten Hag’s successor at the beginning of November. Amorim has made a positive impression since starting work at the United in an international fortnight that ended with an impressive first appearance in front of the media. 🆚 Ipswich Town.🏟️ Portman Road.⏰ 16:30 GMT. 🫡 We will be there. #MUFC pic.twitter.com/0eHCSDYmhE — Manchester United (@ManUtd) November 21, 2024 The Portuguese was gregarious, engaging and smiley throughout Friday’s press conference but that warmth comes with a ruthlessness edge if players do not adhere to his approach. “You can be the same person,” head coach Amorim said. “Be a positive person that can understand this is one place to be, then there is the dressing room, there are some places to have fun, there are some places to work hard. “So, I can be ruthless when I have to be. If you think as a team, I will be the nicest guy you have ever seen. If there is someone just thinking about himself, I will be a different person. “I’m not that type of guy that wants to show that he is the boss. “They will feel it in the small details, that I can be the smiling one but then when we have a job to do I will be a different person, and they understand that.” ‘The Smiling One’ follows ‘the Special One’ as United’s second Portuguese manager, with Jose Mourinho one of five managers to try and fail to reach the heights scaled by Sir Alex Ferguson. The Scot retired as a Premier League champion in 2013 and the Red Devils have failed to launch a sustained title bid since adding that 20th top-flight crown. Asked about whether he will lean on Ferguson to understand the history of United and whether he has met him, Amorim said: “No, not yet. I didn’t have that opportunity. “It’s hard to copy someone, so I have to be me. Of course I’m not the best person in here to show the history of Manchester United. “It should be the club first and also me because I’m always paying attention on those details and try to focus our players in the history of the club, not the recent history. “You have to be very demanding. This is a club that needs to win, has to win, so we have to show that to our players but it’s a different time. “I cannot be the same guy that Sir Alex Ferguson was. It’s a different time. “I have to have a different approach, but I can also be demanding with a different approach, so that is my focus.” Like Ferguson in 1986, Amorim starts life at United in the November of a season that started with a paltry points tally. The 39-year-old acknowledges the timing makes “it’s so much harder” for him to imprint his style at a club whose youth foundations look in safe hands. “It’s the project of Manchester United,” Amorim said. “Nowadays, you need young guys, guys from the academy for everything. “To bring that history of the club because they feel the club in a different way. “And also because you have all these rules with financial fair play, when a player from our academy is so much different to the players that we bought and then we sell. “So, everything is connected. I will try to help all the players, especially the young ones.” Amorim’s first match will be a fascinating watch for onlookers, who have kept a particularly close eye on his work during his farewell to Sporting Lisbon. The Portuguese managed three final matches after being confirmed as United head coach, including a 4-1 Champions League win against Manchester City. Pep Guardiola’s side have dominated English football in recent years and the City boss this week signed a new deal until 2027. “I think it’s a problem for everybody here, but we have so much to do, we cannot focus on anyone,” Amorim said. “We just have to focus on our club, improve our club and not focus on the other clubs, so let’s focus on Manchester United. “It’s amazing (the test) – if you can beat that team it’s a good sign but, like I said, we are focused on Manchester United.”BOWLING GREEN, Mo. -- Bowling Green senior Aiden Grote made it official on Wednesday morning. Grote signed his national letter-of-intent to play football for Lindenwood University in front of his family, friends, coaches and teammates at the Bowling Green High School gym. "It was just the coaches and the staff that brought me to Lindenwood," said Grote. "It's a beautiful place as well. When I walked in the door, the coaches liked me and all of the players were really nice to me. It's a great place." Grote plans on majoring in business management and is the second straight Bobcats player to sign with a Division I school after Bleyne Bryant committed to Wyoming last year. The Bobcats senior has grown throughout his four years at Bowling Green. "I learned that the small things matter," said Grote. "These coaches have taught me everything I know. They've helped me throughout the process really well and they've had a big impact on my life." At Bowling Green, Grote played a variety of positions, mainly tight end and defensive end. He will exclusively be a tight end at Lindenwood, but is willing to play anywhere he is asked to. "Aiden is an impact player," said Bowling Green head coach Mark St. Clair. "Last year it was more on the offensive side. This year it was on both sides of the ball and special teams. He had a great season. He had a great career here at Bowling Green and we look forward to seeing what he does at the next level." Grote was the top tight end in the area this year and was also named EMO Conference Defensive Player of the Year. Grote's impact was seen during Bowling Green's win over Valle Catholic in the Class 2 state quarterfinal two weeks ago when he caught a touchdown pass, blocked a extra point kick, blocked a punt and made numerous punishing blocks to help out the offensive line. St. Clair said Grote is a player that is a great student-athlete that does well in the classroom and is a good teammate. "He's a kid that can play a lot of places," said St. Clair. "He can do a lot of things. Most importantly he's going to be a good teammate. He's going to be a kid that stays here and he's going to play for them. He'll develop through the years and he's a kid that is going to have a positive impact on their program." The past couple of weeks are games that Grote will remember. "I'd say going back to Lamar and coming close to winning (the Class 2 state semifinal game last Saturday) and also beating Valle Catholic were my favorite memories," said Grote. "That's a very big memory that will never leave my mind." During Grote's four years at Bowling Green, the Bobcats went 48-5, won four straight district championships and advanced to three state semifinals. "It's a great feeling," said Grote. "I mean, just to have our banners up here, have your name on there and just be part of the school's history is great." Grote helped pass his knowledge on to another big tight end on Bowling Green, junior Oliver Niemeyer, among other Bobcat players. "I think helping them is a big benefit," said Grote.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Married couples across the U.S. have had access to no-fault divorce for more than 50 years, an option many call crucial to supporting domestic abuse victims and key to preventing already crowded family courts from drowning in complicated divorce proceedings. But some advocates for women worried as old comments from now Vice President-elect JD Vance circulated during the presidential campaign opposing no-fault divorce. After President-elect Donald Trump and Vance won the election, warnings began popping up on social media urging women who might be considering divorce to "pull the trigger" while they still could. Some attorneys posted saying they saw a spike in calls from women seeking divorce consultations. Donald and Ivana Trump pose in May 1988 outside the Federal Courthouse in New York after she was sworn in as a United States citizen. Trump — who is twice-divorced — hasn't championed overhauling the country's divorce laws, but in 2021 Vance lamented that divorce is too easily accessible, as have conservative podcasters and others. "We've run this experiment in real time and what we have is a lot of very, very real family dysfunction that's making our kids unhappy," Vance said during a speech at a Christian high school in California, where he criticized people being able to "shift spouses like they change their underwear." Marriage rates held steady but divorce rates of women age 15 and older declined from 2012 to 2022, according to U.S. Census Bureau data released in October. Despite concerns, even those who want to make divorces harder to get say they don't expect big, swift changes. There is not a national coordinated effort underway. States determine their own divorce laws, so national leaders can't directly change policy. "Even in some of the so-called red states, it hasn't gotten anywhere," said Beverly Willett, co-chair of the Coalition for Divorce Reform, whose group unsuccessfully attempted to convince states to repeal their no-fault divorce laws. A couple exchanges wedding bands Oct. 11, 2018, at City Hall in Philadelphia. Mark A. Smith, a political science professor at the University of Washington, said while many Americans became accustomed to no-fault divorce being an option, Vance's previous comments on making it more difficult to separate from a spouse could help jump-start that effort. "Even though he's not directly proposing a policy, it's a topic that hasn't gotten a ton of discussion in the last 15 years," Smith said. "And so to have a national profile politician talk that way is noteworthy." Meanwhile, Republican Party platforms in Texas and Nebraska were amended in 2022 to call for the removal of no-fault divorce. Louisiana's Republican Party considered something similar this year but declined to do so. A handful of proposals were introduced in conservative-led statehouses over the years, but all immediately stalled after they were filed. In January, Oklahoma Republican Sen. Dusty Deevers introduced legislation that would have removed married couples from filing for divorce on the grounds of incompatibility. Deevers backed the bill after writing a piece declaring no-fault divorce was an "abolition of marital obligation." Sen. JD Vance smiles as his wife Usha Vance applauds Nov. 6 at an election-night watch party at the Palm Beach Convention Center in West Palm Beach, Fla. Similarly, in South Carolina, two Republican lawmakers in 2023 filed a bill that would have required both spouses to file for a no-fault divorce application rather than just one. In South Dakota, a Republican lawmaker attempted to remove irreconcilable difference as grounds for divorce since 2020. None of the sponsors of these bills responded to interview requests from The Associated Press. All are members of their state's conservative Freedom Caucus. Nevertheless, some Democratic lawmakers say they remain worried about the future of no-fault divorce. They point to the U.S. Supreme Court overturning the constitutional right to abortion in 2022 as an example of a long-accepted option that was revoked through a decades-long effort. "When you choose to be silent, you allow for this to creep in," said Democratic South Dakota Rep. Linda Duba. "These are the bills that gain a foothold because you choose to be silent." Before California became the first state to adopt a no-fault divorce option in 1969, married couples had to prove their spouse violated one of the approved "faults" outlined in their state's divorce law or risk a judge denying their divorce, said Joanna Grossman, a law professor at Southern Methodist University in Dallas. Qualified reasons varied from state to state, but largely included infidelity, incarceration or abandonment. Donald and Marla Trump wave to photographers Dec. 20, 1993, as they enter their wedding reception in New York's Plaza Hotel. The system was a particular burden on domestic violence victims, who are often women who could be stuck in dangerous marriages while they try to prove their partner's abuse in court through expensive and lengthy legal proceedings. "If there was any evidence that the couple both wanted to get divorced that was supposed to be denied because divorce was not something you got because you wanted it, it was something you got because you've been wronged in a way that the state thought was significant," Grossman said. To date, every state in the U.S. adopted a no-fault divorce option. However, 33 states still have a list of approved "faults" to file as grounds for divorce — ranging from adultery to felony conviction. In 17 states, married people only have the option of choosing no-fault divorce to end their marriages. The link between rates of divorce and age at first marriage has been borne out over time, but it also explains geographic differences in rates of divorce. Today, most of the states with the lowest rates of divorce are also those with a higher median age for marriage. States like New Jersey, New York, California, and Massachusetts all stand out for having fewer than 10% of adults divorced and an age at first marriage above 30. One exception to this is Utah, which has the lowest overall median age for first marriage at 25.5 but also the third-lowest share of divorced adults at 9%, likely due in part to the state’s strong religious ties to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints . In contrast, Maine and Nevada lead all states in the share of the population currently divorced at 13.9% and 13.8%, respectively. And at the local level, many of the cities with the highest levels of divorce are found in Florida, Appalachia, and the Southwest. The data used in this analysis is from the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2020 American Community Survey . To determine the most divorced locations, researchers at ChamberOfCommerce.org calculated the percentage of adults currently divorced. In the event of a tie, the location with the higher percentage of adults currently separated was ranked higher. To improve relevance, only cities with at least 100,000 residents were included. Additionally, cities were grouped into cohorts based on population size: small (100,000–149,999), midsize (150,000–349,999), and large (350,000 or more). 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At least three killed in Netherlands apartment explosionRepealing no-fault divorce has so far stalled across the US. Some worry that'll changeFrench officials solved an awkward seating dilemma at the Notre-Dame cathedral re-opening yesterday by placing First Lady Brigitte Macron between US President-elect Donald Trump and Joe Biden’s wife and daughter in the front row at the ceremony. The presence of Trump and the outgoing president’s family presented protocol planners with a headache so soon after one of the most bitter election campaigns in US history. Trump ridiculed Biden as “Sleepy Joe” throughout, while Biden called Trump a “threat to democracy” and let it be known that he considered him a “fascist” on the eve of the November 5 vote. The future 47th president was treated as guest of honour yesterday in Paris, given the seat immediately to French President Emmanuel Macron’s right in the front row of the congregation. Jill Biden, representing the outgoing president, as well as the couple’s daughter Ashley, were also seated on the front row but with Brigitte separating them from Trump. President Biden, 82, decided against travelling to Paris and appeared visibly tired as he made a historic first visit by a US leader to Angola in southern Africa on Tuesday and Wednesday. Before the start of the ceremony, the US first lady and Trump found themselves seated on their own briefly and could be seen exchanging pleasantries. Trump made his trademark raised fist gesture — immortalised when he survived an assassination attempt in July — as he entered the cathedral. Wearing an uncharacteristic yellow tie, he stopped briefly to talk to Prince William, heir to the British throne, before taking his seat. Related Story QU launches 4th World Congress on Engineering and Technology Al Kuwari reelected president of Qatar Rugby and Hockey committee
Inc. Names PROLIM as a 2024 Power Partner Award Winner 11-21-2024 10:26 PM CET | Science & Education Press release from: PROLIM Global Corporation Inc., the leading media brand for entrepreneurs and business leaders, has announced the winners of its third annual Power Partner Awards, celebrating 359 standout B2B companies recognized for their vital role in supporting startups and emerging businesses across a range of industries. This year's honorees, including PROLIM Global Corporation, were acknowledged for their exceptional support and expertise in fields such as technology, automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, and productivity. The companies named in the Inc. Power Partner list earned accolades from clients for their instrumental guidance in today's fast-paced and dynamic business landscape. These B2B partners are essential to business leaders, offering critical services such as product development, enterprise software, PLM, IoT, cloud infrastructure, and more, enabling entrepreneurs to concentrate on their core business goals. "We are thrilled to be named an Inc.com Power Partner, an acknowledgment of our dedication to helping clients navigate complex challenges and achieve their strategic goals," said Prabhu Patil, Founder & CEO of PROLIM. "This award underscores our commitment to delivering transformative, client-focused solutions that drive real impact. We look forward to continuing our support for clients as they innovate, grow, and reach new heights." Known for its excellence in digital transformation and engineering solutions, PROLIM Global Corporation specializes in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), IoT, and IT consulting, especially for manufacturing and technology-driven industries. With trusted partnerships with industry leaders like Siemens, PROLIM delivers advanced PLM software and technology solutions that streamline operations, boost product innovation, and accelerate time-to-market for clients. This client-centered approach has cemented PROLIM's reputation as a go-to partner for businesses seeking modernization and competitive advantage. For more information on PROLIM's capabilities and award-winning services, visit PROLIM Global Corporation To view the complete list, go to: https://www.inc.com/power-partner-awards/2024 About Inc. Inc. is the leading media brand and playbook for entrepreneurs and business leaders shaping our future. Through journalism, Inc. aims to inform, educate, and elevate the profile of our community: the risk-takers, the innovators, and the ultra-driven go-getters who are creating our future. Inc.'s award-winning work achieves a monthly brand footprint of more than 40 million across a variety of channels, including events, digital, print, video, podcasts, newsletters, and social media. Its proprietary Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since its launch as the Inc. 100 in 1982, analyzes company data to rank the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. The recognition that comes with inclusion on this and other prestigious Inc. lists, such as Female Founders and Power Partners, gives the founders of top businesses the opportunity to engage with an exclusive community of their peers, and credibility that helps them drive sales and recruit talent. For more information, visit www.inc.com . PROLIM Global Corporation, 30445 Northwestern Hwy, Suite 380, Farmington Hills, MI 48334 248-522-2575 About PROLIM PROLIM is a leading PLM, Cloud, Mendix, and Digital Transformation solutions provider to Global Fortune 1000 companies. With 14 global offices in the US, India, & Australia, PROLIM has won 40+ awards & proudly serves over 1600+ customers to innovate & improve their profitability & efficiency. PROLIM was founded in 2005 & is headquartered in Farmington Hills, USA. With its global footprint & expertise in the latest technologies, PROLIM can partner to speed up your Digital Transformation journey. This release was published on openPR.
Avior Wealth Management LLC lifted its position in iShares U.S. Technology ETF ( NYSEARCA:IYW – Free Report ) by 48.4% during the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund owned 2,207 shares of the exchange traded fund’s stock after buying an additional 720 shares during the period. Avior Wealth Management LLC’s holdings in iShares U.S. Technology ETF were worth $335,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Other large investors also recently modified their holdings of the company. International Assets Investment Management LLC raised its position in iShares U.S. Technology ETF by 29,435.7% in the third quarter. International Assets Investment Management LLC now owns 3,190,156 shares of the exchange traded fund’s stock worth $483,691,000 after acquiring an additional 3,179,355 shares during the period. Dynasty Wealth Management LLC purchased a new position in iShares U.S. Technology ETF during the first quarter valued at $119,223,000. 1832 Asset Management L.P. grew its holdings in iShares U.S. Technology ETF by 173.9% during the second quarter. 1832 Asset Management L.P. now owns 1,022,598 shares of the exchange traded fund’s stock valued at $153,901,000 after purchasing an additional 649,192 shares during the period. Hsbc Holdings PLC increased its position in iShares U.S. Technology ETF by 1,170.2% in the second quarter. Hsbc Holdings PLC now owns 572,587 shares of the exchange traded fund’s stock worth $86,174,000 after buying an additional 527,510 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Cetera Investment Advisers raised its stake in shares of iShares U.S. Technology ETF by 131.6% in the first quarter. Cetera Investment Advisers now owns 743,002 shares of the exchange traded fund’s stock worth $100,350,000 after buying an additional 422,212 shares during the period. iShares U.S. Technology ETF Trading Up 0.0 % Shares of NYSEARCA:IYW opened at $159.02 on Friday. The stock has a 50 day moving average of $153.81 and a 200 day moving average of $148.18. The company has a market cap of $19.54 billion, a PE ratio of 38.84 and a beta of 1.43. iShares U.S. Technology ETF has a 12-month low of $114.84 and a 12-month high of $161.49. iShares U.S. Technology ETF Profile iShares U.S. Technology ETF, formerly iShares Dow Jones U.S. Technology Sector Index Fund (the Fund) is a non-diversified fund. The Fund seeks investment results that correspond generally to the price and yield performance, before fees and expenses, of the Dow Jones U.S. Technology Index (the Index). Featured Stories Want to see what other hedge funds are holding IYW? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for iShares U.S. Technology ETF ( NYSEARCA:IYW – Free Report ). Receive News & Ratings for iShares U.S. Technology ETF Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for iShares U.S. Technology ETF and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .
Shamrock Rovers midfielder Aaron McEneff has emerged an injury doubt for next week’s Conference League clash away to Rapid Vienna with a new hamstring issue. The 29-year-old has started the Hoops’ last two League Phase wins over Larne and TNS, but is now set for a scan on his hamstring after coming off injured in Rovers’ 2-0 friendly defeat to HJK Helsinki on Thursday night. Despite there being no contact to his leg, McEneff felt his hamstring tighten and left the pitch midway through the second half as Bradley shared the latest on the midfielder, who returned to Tallaght Stadium last January from Perth Glory. “Right now, Aaron has come off there, that was a strange one. He passed the ball and felt his hamstring tighten up. There was no contact, nothing, so that’s definitely a worry,” said Bradley after the friendly defeat, ahead of next Thursday’s trip to the Austrian kingpins. “It was the same hamstring (he injured before), but a different area. I was just talking to him there and he felt fine, no issues. He felt good and just one pass and he felt it really tighten up. “Hopefully it’s not bad and he has just come out quickly, but you are looking at him coming off, hopefully it’s not bad. You are just not sure until he gets it scanned. He knew as soon as he passed it. It wasn’t as if it was a sprint or just after full-time, he was moving well, said he felt nothing at all and then it happened. Hopefully it’s just a little tweak and he’s not too bad.” While Bradley awaits news on McEneff, he admitted he had hoped to play more senior players in the friendly against Finnish champions HJK, but it wasn’t worth risking those who are currently carrying knocks. “This week was just about getting them going, getting minutes into the legs,” added Bradley, with a home date against Borac to come next month before the final League Phase clash away to Chelsea, as the Hoops target the Last 16 stage next year. “We have a few knocks, six or seven who have knocks, that we didn’t take chances with and we won't on Friday (second friendly against HJK) either. “It (Thursday’s team) was younger than what we probably would have liked overall, but there is no point in taking risks this week. We’ll just get them ready for next week and it’s three brilliant games to be getting ready for. “We knew HJK were in a similar position to us, we know they are a good side. It was hard to work on certain things, because there were so many changes with players that we couldn’t play. But it’s still good to get the game and just get minutes into the legs again before next week.” After his players enjoyed a week off before their three upcoming Conference League clashes, Bradley says it was important to give them a rest ahead of the huge ties. “We had a week off which was needed. It was nice mentally and physically to switch off. It was good to get that, then come back in this week and get ready,” he added. “The players know we’ve got three big games coming up, so it was not as if it was a month off, it was just a week. It was important they had that time away. A break like that always helps, especially after a long season. We play until late December, so it was important that the players enjoyed it and came back in good spirits.” “We like Alex (Noonan),” added Bradley, after the 16-year-old goalkeeper came on for the second half to earn his second appearance for the club. “We think he has got a good future ahead of him, he just needs to keep working hard. He has a great attitude and really good attributes. It was good to get him on the pitch. For a goalkeeper he’s obviously very young, but we like him.”Trump nominates Charles Kushner to serve as US ambassador to France: 'Strong advocate'
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Repealing no-fault divorce has so far stalled across the US. Some worry that'll change