One of the primary factors contributing to this bullish trend is the announcement of a major policy shift by the government to boost economic growth. The government's commitment to support the economy through various stimulus measures, including tax cuts, infrastructure investments, and easing monetary policies, has provided a much-needed boost to investor sentiment.CINCINNATI (AP) — The Cincinnati Bengals have found all manner of ways to lose close games this season. Sunday's 44-38 loss to AFC North rival Pittsburgh can be blamed on a defense that missed tackles and allowed 520 yards of offense, and three turnovers by Joe Burrow. It's become a familiar story in this disappointing season. Cincinnati (4-8) keeps scoring lots of points but can't close out games. Seven of the Bengals’ eight losses this year have been by one score. Burrow has stopped talking about the possibility of going on a run and making the playoffs. He'd just like to win another game or two. “Playoffs are the furthest thing from my mind,” the fifth-year quarterback said. “You never know what can happen, so I’ll keep putting one foot in front of the other and try to be the best player I can be for the rest of the season, week in and week out.” The Bengals allowed Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson to throw for a season-high 414 yards and three touchdowns. After Wilson threw an interception that was returned for a touchdown, the Steelers (9-3) scored on seven of their last nine possessions. They didn't punt until early in the fourth quarter. Burrow lost two fumbles and threw an interception. “We haven’t done enough to earn the win,” coach Zac Taylor said. “It’s a simple as that. It’s nobody else’s fault but our own. We haven’t earned it.” What’s working Turnovers aside, Burrow had another strong game, finishing with 28 for 38 for 309 yards with three touchdowns. Burrow is having a great season statistically, and he hasn't hidden his disappointment and frustration about Cincinnati's narrow losses. ... WR Ja'Marr Chase had a touchdown catch to bring his league-leading total to 13. What needs help The defense missed tackles and couldn't hold off the Steelers, even with Burrow keeping the game close. It didn’t help that LB Logan Wilson (knee) and DT Sheldon Rankins (illness) had to sit out. The Bengals have allowed 34 or more points six times, including in four of the past five games. Cincinnati became the first NFL team to lose four games in a season in which it scored 33 points or more. Stock up RB Chase Brown has been dependable as the featured back since Zack Moss went down with a neck injury. He rushed for 70 yards and a touchdown against the Steelers. He also had three catches for 30 yards. The second-year back has 677 yards rushing and six TDs. “He’s really coming along, improving his game every single week,” Burrow said. “Pass game, run game, running hard, understanding his protection responsibilities. He’s a guy that practices hard, plays hard, and a guy you can count on.” Stock down The Bengals' coaching staff. Something has got to give. There was no excuse for the defense to play this badly after a bye week. The unit gave up 500-plus yards for the second time this season. Injuries None were reported in the game. Key number 30.3 — The average points per game by the Bengals against teams with a .500 or better record this season. They are 0-7 in those games. Next steps The Bengals will try to regroup before facing the Dallas Cowboys (5-7) next Monday night. ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFL Mitch Stacy, The Associated PressIn conclusion, the incident at the Zhengzhou bathhouse serves as a stark reminder of the potential dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning and the importance of taking preventative measures to ensure the safety and well-being of all individuals. By raising awareness of the risks associated with carbon monoxide exposure and promoting diligent safety practices, we can help prevent future incidents and protect the health of our communities.
As Secretary of the Party Group of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Mr. Guan will oversee a wide range of critical areas, including land and resources management, ecological conservation, and geological surveying. His appointment comes at a pivotal moment as China continues to prioritize environmental protection and sustainable development in its national agenda.
The Chinese players demonstrated their skills and resilience throughout the tournament, showcasing their determination and talent. With a total of four victories and three defeats on the opening day, the Chinese snooker team made a strong statement right from the start of the competition. Their consistent performance earned them a place in the Top 16 stage, where they faced tougher opponents and even greater challenges.But for urban centers unaccustomed to heavy snowfall, the sudden influx of wintry weather can spell chaos and disruption. Public transportation systems may grind to a halt, flights could be grounded, and businesses may be forced to close their doors temporarily. Snow removal crews work tirelessly to clear streets and sidewalks, while emergency responders stand ready to assist those in need.In the midst of the controversy, the farmer's family spoke out in defense of their actions, insisting that they had only the student's best interests at heart. They maintained that she was free to leave at any time, but that she had chosen to stay with them out of gratitude for their help. However, their words did little to quell the skepticism of the villagers, who continued to demand answers.
Do you suffer ‘popcorn thinking’ like I’m A Celeb’s Ant? The 9 signs you’re living with hidden ADHDFor the past 14 years, Alex Vynokur, the co-founder of Betashares, has quietly built his company into one of the largest local providers of exchange-traded funds and one of the country’s fastest growing asset managers. In 2024, Betashares attracted inflows of $16 billion, lifting its total funds under management to $46 billion. “The focus for the past decade has very much been about building out the core ETF capability,” explains Vynokur. “We are now a steward of significant capital on behalf of more than 1 million Australian investors and over two-thirds of financial advisors.” Betashares now accounts for one-third of every dollar that goes into the Australian ETF industry, according to Vynokur, and is eyeing growth in Asia. Alex Vynokur, the chief executive of Betashares. Credit: Louie Douvis An ETF is a basket of securities that are pooled into one fund, which is traded on a stock exchange. An investor in an ETF doesn’t own the securities, instead owning units in the ETF, while the ETF provider owns the shares or assets. ETFs have grown in popularity with investors because they are cost-effective and offer exposure to thousands of diversified assets, such as a group of defence stocks, or the ASX200 index, or a variety of bonds. Globally, ETFs have had a banner year with more than $1 trillion invested into the sector, which is now worth an estimated $14 trillion. Vynokur and his family arrived in Australia from Ukraine more than three decades ago, at the time when ETFs launched. He was a teenager, and his family came with just a few hundred dollars in their pockets. Vynokur became a lawyer, then moved into venture capital, before co-founding Betashares with David Nathanson, also a former lawyer and investment banker, who had worked at Goldman Sachs and Macquarie. We’re definitely, very cautiously, studying opportunities outside of Australia. Alex Vynokur, Betashares co-founder As with any start-up, Vynokur and Nathanson put in enormous hours to build the company to where it is today, as Australia’s second-largest ETF provider behind market leader Vanguard. Both are now multi-millionaires, though there has been a physical cost, says 46-year-old Vynokur: “I didn’t have any grey hair 14 years ago.” The pay-off for both as come in the past few years. In 2021, private equity group TA Associates became Betashares’ majority shareholder, with at least 53.5 per cent ownership. In the middle of this year, Singapore’s Temasek, one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds, bought a minority stake. Temasek paid $300 million for that shareholding, the size of which was undisclosed. The deal ascribed a multi-billion-dollar valuation to Betashares. It was Temasek’s first investment in a financial services business in Australia. In a global portfolio valued at $S389 billion ($459 billion), Temasek has just over half invested in private assets. “They have invested with the objective of maybe having more ownership,” says Vynokur. “We’re building this business for the long term, and they are genuinely interested in long-term value creation. We’ve never been about building something up quickly and flogging it. It doesn’t mean I’m opposed to being listed one day, but we’re definitely not in a hurry to go down that path.” The proceeds are expected to help fund Betashares’ growth into new products. In the past year, the company launched retail investment platform Betashares Direct and bought a superannuation business from Bendigo and Adelaide Bank. Vynokur also believes that Betashares has more room to expand its main ETF business. Loading “According to the ASX data, there are 8 million Australians who invest outside their superannuation,” he says. “Also, if you think about younger Australians, who are locked out of the property ownership game, you know being smart with money outside of property is absolutely crucial. We have a real role to play in that.” There is also the opportunity for Betashares to expand its ETF business into Asia but, as for a priority, Vynokur won’t nominate a country. “We’re definitely, very cautiously, studying opportunities outside of Australia ... and that’s going to form part of our longer-term growth.” The Business Briefing newsletter delivers major stories, exclusive coverage and expert opinion. Sign up to get it every weekday morning . Save Log in , register or subscribe to save articles for later. License this article Investing ETFs Anne Hyland is an award-winning writer and a senior correspondent for The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age. She was previously deputy editor of Good Weekend and has worked for The AFR and as a foreign correspondent. Connect via Twitter or email . Most Viewed in Business Loading
Midfielder Leighton Clarkson says Aberdeen have no fear of Premiership leaders Celtic ahead of their top-of-the-table clash at Pittodrie – not with the Red Army behind them. Aberdeen face the Hoops on Wednesday for the first time since crashing to a 6-0 loss to the Parkhead side in the Premier Sports Cup semi-final in October. Clarkson insists valuable lessons have been learned by boss Jimmy Thelin and the Dons after their semi-final shocker. The 24-year-old pinpoints being too passive as a major fault in the semi defeat – and is confident there will be no repeat. Celtic are unbeaten in the opening 13 Premiership games this season with their only dropped points a 2-2 draw with Aberdeen at Parkhead. Clarkson insists the Reds can go one better by ending their unbeaten league run. He said: “We can’t fear them. “Before the 6-0 at Hampden, we had a decent record against Celtic by drawing the last three games. “We’ll give them total respect, but we’ll be going out and looking to perform to the best of our ability – and trying to take the three points.” Lessons learned from 6-0 mauling The in what has been a superb start to the season under Thelin. Aberdeen were brushed aside by a ruthless Hoops side who were 3-0 up at the break at the national stadium. What have the Dons learned from the defeat? “A mixture of things, I think,” said Clarkson. “The balance of counter-attacking, keeping hold of the ball, maybe not being as passive. “I felt at Hampden we were a bit passive and Celtic have got really good players. When you give them half a yard, they can punish you and they did. “It’s happened, but that 6-0 loss is in the past now. We look forward. “In the games since then, the spirit’s always been there. The fight’s always been there. “You saw it at the end against Hearts. We’ve got that real togetherness in the squad still. “We need to be at it on Wednesday.” ‘When Pittodrie is bouncing, it can rock other teams’ Aberdeen battled back from 2-0 down at half-time to secure a 2-2 draw with Celtic at Parkhead in October. The Reds were neck-and-neck with Celtic at the top of the Premiership table before the . Thelin’s second-placed Reds trail league leaders Celtic by four points – with the Hoops also holding a game in hand. Clarkson reckons a packed Pittodrie can give the Reds an edge. Aberdeen have a flawless home record this season – with 11 wins from 11 games at Pittodrie in all competitions. Clarkson said: “We’ll have Pittodrie behind us, backing us all the way. “A game under the lights can’t come much better than that. “When Pittodrie is bouncing, it can rock other teams – and hopefully they’ll be there in full force on Wednesday night. “When you get that place bouncing, it’s a really tough place to go for opponents. “We’ll be at it Wednesday night and the crowd will be with us, too. “We have a good record at home so, hopefully, we can take the three points.” Hearts scored a ‘freak goal’ to level Aberdeen will bid to stop a winless slide when facing the Premiership leaders in the Granite City. Clarkson fired the Dons ahead against Premiership bottom club Hearts, It was the second time in five day Aberdeen failed to retain a lead in Edinburgh. They were 3-2 up against Hibs, having scored what seemed to be a dramatic late winner in the fifth minute of time added on – however, Hibs hit back within a minute to claim a draw. Clarkson said: “It has been really tough places to go. “Hibs and Hearts are bottom of the league and fighting for every ball, every point. “You saw at the end against Hearts, they were pushing people forward. “It was the same at Hibs. “Hearts managed to get that goal, a freak goal. “When we went ahead we should have really gone in 2-0 up, but we didn’t – and paid the price. “We had nine points to play for and we’ve come out with two. “As a team, we weren’t happy with the St Mirren performance (2-1 loss), and against Hibs we should have won.”Timeline: Jimmy Carter, 1924-2024
As Sora glided through the Dreamwood, her aura of serenity touched the hearts of the dreamers. They found comfort in her presence, and their troubled dreams began to fade away like mist in the morning sun. With Sora by their side, the dreamers regained their confidence and courage, ready to face their fears and conquer their nightmares.Asia-Pacific markets are set to open lower on the second last day of the year, tracking Wall Street's declines on Friday. Asia-Pacific markets were set to open lower on the penultimate trading day of this year, after Wall Street declined on Friday. Australia's S&P/ASX 200 traded 0.3% lower in its first hour of trade. Japan's Nikkei 225 futures pointed to a weaker open for the market, with the futures contract in Chicago at 40,210 compared to the index's previous close of 40,281.16. This week, traders await China's manufacturing PMI on Tuesday, while markets will be closed on Wednesday for New Year's Day holiday. U.S. stocks fell Friday, led by technology names, but major indexes still rose for the week. The blue-chip Dow Jones Industrial Average shed 333.59 points, or 0.77%, to 42,992.21, falling for the first time in six sessions. The S&P 500 fell 1.11% to 5,970.84. The Nasdaq Composite slid 1.49% to 19,722.03, as Tesla dropped about 5% and Nvidia fell 2%. —CNBC's Yun Li and Pia Singh contributed to this report.The Latest: Former President Jimmy Carter is dead at age 100Looking ahead, Ricoh remains committed to driving sustainable innovation and making a positive impact on society. The company recognizes the importance of continuously improving its sustainability practices and will continue to explore new opportunities to enhance its ESG performance.
Title: The Shrinking Benefits of Tencent Video Membership and the Crackdown on Account Sharing by Youku and iQIYIAs the season progresses and the transfer window approaches, all eyes will be on Manchester United and Marcus Rashford to see how the situation unfolds. Will the Red Devils make a definitive decision on his future and offer him a new contract? Or will a potential move to Sporting Lisbon or another club materialize? Only time will tell, but one thing is for certain – Marcus Rashford's talent and potential have caught the attention of football fans and managers alike, making his future a topic of much speculation and debate.
Tencent Video, one of China's leading online streaming platforms, recently made headlines for its decision to limit the number of devices that can simultaneously stream content under a single membership. Previously, Tencent Video allowed multiple devices to access content under one account, making it easy for families or friends to share a single membership. However, this move has been met with frustration from subscribers who have grown accustomed to the convenience of account sharing.The villagers could hardly believe their eyes as they scrambled to gather the unexpected windfall. In the midst of their jubilation, they were overwhelmed with gratitude and disbelief at their incredible stroke of luck.In the heart of the countryside, a humble barn stands amidst fields of golden wheat and frolicking livestock. This barn, known to locals as the "Barnstormer," holds within its weathered walls the dreams and aspirations of a young farmer named Jack.