10,357 Shares in LENZ Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:LENZ) Acquired by GSA Capital Partners LLPThis screenshot from Donald Trump Truth Social account shows an image of President-elect Donald Trump and first lady Jill Biden attending the ceremony in Notre Dame Cathedral as France’s iconic cathedral is formally reopening its doors for the first time since a devastating fire nearly destroyed the 861-year-old landmark in 2019, Dec .7, 2024 in Paris. Trump’s recent summit with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and visit to Paris for the reopening of the Notre Dame Cathedral were not just exercises in negotiating trade policy and diplomacy. For Trump, they’ve also become fodder for trolling. (Truth Social via AP) This screenshot from Donald Trump’s Truth Social account shows am image of President-elect Donald Trump standing beside a Canadian flag. Trump’s recent summit with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and visit to Paris for the reopening of the Notre Dame Cathedral were not just exercises in negotiating trade policy and diplomacy. For Trump, they’ve also become fodder for trolling. (Truth Social via AP) This screenshot from Donald Trump Truth Social account shows an image of President-elect Donald Trump and first lady Jill Biden attending the ceremony in Notre Dame Cathedral as France’s iconic cathedral is formally reopening its doors for the first time since a devastating fire nearly destroyed the 861-year-old landmark in 2019, Dec .7, 2024 in Paris. Trump’s recent summit with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and visit to Paris for the reopening of the Notre Dame Cathedral were not just exercises in negotiating trade policy and diplomacy. For Trump, they’ve also become fodder for trolling. ( Truth Social via AP) This screenshot from Donald Trump Truth Social account shows an image of President-elect Donald Trump and first lady Jill Biden attending the ceremony in Notre Dame Cathedral as France’s iconic cathedral is formally reopening its doors for the first time since a devastating fire nearly destroyed the 861-year-old landmark in 2019, Dec .7, 2024 in Paris. Trump’s recent summit with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and visit to Paris for the reopening of the Notre Dame Cathedral were not just exercises in negotiating trade policy and diplomacy. For Trump, they’ve also become fodder for trolling. (Truth Social via AP) Now that’s he’s preparing to return to the Oval Office, Trump is back at it, and his trolling is attracting more attention — and eyerolls.
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By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday named Andrew Ferguson as the next chair of the Federal Trade Commission . He will replace Lina Khan, who became a lightning rod for Wall Street and Silicon Valley by blocking billions of dollars’ worth of corporate acquisitions and suing Amazon and Meta while alleging anticompetitive behavior . Ferguson is already one of the FTC’s five commissioners, which is currently made up of three Democrats and two Republicans. “Andrew has a proven record of standing up to Big Tech censorship, and protecting Freedom of Speech in our Great Country,” Trump wrote on Truth Social, adding, “Andrew will be the most America First, and pro-innovation FTC Chair in our Country’s History.” Related Articles National Politics | Donald Trump is returning to the world stage. So is his trolling National Politics | Biden says he was ‘stupid’ not to put his name on pandemic relief checks like Trump did National Politics | Biden issues veto threat on bill expanding federal judiciary as partisan split emerges National Politics | Trump lawyers and aide hit with 10 additional felony charges in Wisconsin over 2020 fake electors National Politics | After withdrawing as attorney general nominee, Matt Gaetz lands a talk show on OANN television The replacement of Khan likely means that the FTC will operate with a lighter touch when it comes to antitrust enforcement. The new chair is expected to appoint new directors of the FTC’s antitrust and consumer protection divisions. “These changes likely will make the FTC more favorable to business than it has been in recent years, though the extent to which is to be determined,” wrote Anthony DiResta, a consumer protection attorney at Holland & Knight, in a recent analysis . Deals that were blocked by the Biden administration could find new life with Trump in command. For example, the new leadership could be more open to a proposed merger between the country’s two biggest supermarket chains, Kroger and Albertsons, which forged a $24.6 billion deal to combine in 2022. Two judges halted the merger Tuesday night. The FTC had filed a lawsuit in federal court earlier this year to block the merger, claiming the deal would eliminate competition, leading to higher prices and lower wages for workers. The two companies say a merger would help them lower prices and compete against bigger rivals like Walmart. One of the judges said the FTC had shown it was likely to prevail in the administrative hearing. Yet given the widespread public concern over high grocery prices, the Trump administration may not fully abandon the FTC’s efforts to block the deal, some experts have said. And the FTC may continue to scrutinize Big Tech firms for any anticompetitive behavior. Many Republican politicians have accused firms such as Meta of censoring conservative views, and some officials in Trump’s orbit, most notably Vice President-elect JD Vance, have previously expressed support for Khan’s scrutiny of Big Tech firms. In addition to Fergson, Trump also announced Tuesday that he had selected Jacob Helberg as the next undersecretary of state for economic growth, energy and the environment.Hegseth meets with moderate Sen. Collins as he lobbies for key votes in the SenateEdmonton zoo elephant Lucy gets medical OK as she approaches 50th birthdayProvincial Minister for Energy, Planning and Development Syed Nasir Shah on Saturday said that Sindh government was taking significant steps to revolutionize the province’s electricity infrastructure with comprehensive renewable energy programme aimed at providing cost-effective power solutions to millions of residents. Syed Nasir Shah revealed the government’s ambitious initiative during an Energy Dialogue organized by The Knowledge Forum and NED University of Engineering and Technology at a local hotel. Nasir Shah said that Sindh alternate energy programme includes multiple innovative approaches to address the province’s persistent energy challenges. He added that a cornerstone of the initiative is the distribution of 200,000 solar packages to low-consumption households, which is expected to benefit over two million people across KE, HESCO and SEPCO consumer regions. The packages include solar panels, batteries, fans and bulbs, targeting consumers who use between zero to 100 units of electricity. Shah said the government is simultaneously pursuing multiple alternative energy projects including solar, wind and hybrid power initiatives developed through public-private partnerships. He said a lot of development has been made in Thar and cheaper power is produced through coal. Mahfooz Qazi, Director of Alternate Energy, Government of Sindh highlighted the development of 400 MW solar parks, with grid integration anticipated within two years. He said Sindh is the energy hub, which producing power through solar, wind, nuclear and coal. He said the Sindh government was making strides in public sector energy transformation, as government buildings are being solarised and in the next phase government hospitals and schools are being solarized. Financial aspects of the initiative are equally promising, with the Sindh government earning USD 49 million in carbon credits through public-private partnerships. The World Bank has also provided a 30-year loan to support renewable energy transitions, he added. Marvi Rashdi, a Member of Provincial Assembly of Sindh, raised alarm about sea erosion devastating coastal areas and highlighted critical infrastructure gaps, particularly in energy storage capabilities. She emphasized the urgent need for smart and micro grid technologies, noting that the Sindh government is actively developing strategies to address these challenges. Badar Alam from PRIED highlighted the environmental pressures created by Thar coal mining, particularly its substantial stress on water resources. He recommended that land for mining and power plants should be allocated on a lease basis to minimize long-term environmental impacts. Experts consistently pointed out that the national grid remains unaffordable and unreliable, calling for a comprehensive grid phase-out strategy. Coal mining’s environmental consequences continue to be a major concern, with researchers distinguishing between the impacts of local and imported coal extraction methods. Researchers and experts at the dialogue emphasized the critical nature of the province’s energy challenges. Researcher Syeda Sidrah Mehdi pointed out the severe impact of load shedding, which currently ranges from 11 to 17 hours, significantly affecting social and economic aspects of people’s lives. Challenges remain, including circular debt, high industrial tariffs, and intermittent power supply. Dr Mubashir Ali Siddiqui from NED University stressed the need for a comprehensive policy document on alternative energy sources. Dr Noman Ahmed, Dean, NED University gave a talk on energy crisis in urban centres. He said that people living in Katchi Abadis are the most sufferers due to non-availability of utility services. Researcher Hammad Ahmed from Renewable First, Tanveer Bari from Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Dr Khalid Waleed from SDPI, Mohammad Basit Ghauri from Renewable First also spoke on the occasion.
WOLF Hall has returned to BBC One, but only two episodes into its second season and it's been heavily criticised. Yet actually the BBC drama doesn't deserve the flack it's getting. Viewers have said it's "too slow" or that it's "boring" as they crave drama and excitement. Yet from the brutal execution scenes of Anne Boleyn to the chess-like power play from Cromwell around King Henry VIII, this is the reality of Tudor Britain and it certainly wasn't pretty. When Anne Boleyn's beheading aired at the beginning of episode one of the new series, viewers claimed they were 'traumatised' by the blood and gore. Yet it's a beheading so I don't know why viewers were expecting anything less than a brutal death. Boleyn's death might have come from a French swordsman who did it quickly but there was always going to be blood and it was never going to be a clean death. The reality is that despite this being a drama based off Hilary Mantle's historical fiction, the Tudor times were still a dark part of history. That means romps, sexual tension and growing romances don't really have a place here. If you're looking for soft moments, sweet glances between lovers and falling in love then look to Bridgerton or another period drama, because Wolf Hall isn't it. It's a masterclass in political power play with the stoic Mark Rylance leading the way. The man's eyebrows can say more than a whole scene of dialogue, and he's portraying the quick thinking mind of Cromwell expertly. Cromwell was ultimately the orchestra of Henry's split from Catharine of Aragon, his set up with Boleyn and then the next marriage to quiet Jane Seymour. There were no sword fights, daring duels or explosive rows, but ultimately smart moves, political alliances and engineered conversations was how Cromwell created the Tudor history we know about. As a Tudor history fan and someone who has been eagerly awaiting the second series of Wolf Hall the minute the first ended, this second season hasn't left me disappointed. In fact if anything I'm more in awe of how the drama is retelling the Hilary Mantle historical fiction and how its developing the Tudor court on screen. When I find myself craving a romance I'll look to the next season of Bridgerton or the romance in series like Sanditon or Outlander.
The Orangeburg Touchdown Club concluded its 22nd season Thursday with SC State head coach Chennis Berry giving an overview of his team’s MEAC championship season. “We still have some work to do (this season),” Berry said. “We know there’s some work down the line a few weeks from now, but my focus is on a good Norfolk State football team. I always make sure our players are locked into the task at hand. We’re focused on now.” Support local journalism by becoming a member at www.TheTandD.com. View our latest offer at TheTandD.com/subscribe South Carolina State is set to honor 27 seniors Saturday prior to its game against the Spartans. As Berry laid out his coaching philosophy, he was sure to highlight what he and his staff do off the field for the team. “This game of football has an expiration date,” Berry said. “We want to make sure these young men continue to win of the field. They will be fathers, husbands and leaders of the community long after playing football. We concentrate on a holistic development because we care about them.” Orangeburg Touchdown Club members Willie Jeffries, far left, and Oliver 'Buddy' Pough, far right, recognize Orangeburg-Wilkinson's Jordan Avinger, center right, and Denmark-Olar's Robert Bovain as the Players of the Week during Thursday's meeting. Berry also invited SC State’s defensive coordinator Jordan Odaffer and offensive coordinator Johnathan Williams to address the club. Odaffer has helped lead an SC State defense that is second in the MEAC in total defense and leads the league in rushing defense. Defensive end Ashaad Hall leads the league in sacks and tackles for loss. Odaffer said he and his staff track 17 defensive metrics on four different levels (elite, acceptable, needs improvement and failure). “Out of the 17 metrics, we currently have 10 at the elite level meaning we’re in the top ten percent of teams in the country,” Odaffer said. “I could not be prouder of our young men, but it has everything to do with them and their work and nothing to do with me.” Williams has helped South Carolina State become the MEAC leader in total offense averaging just over 418 yards per game. SC State currently has the top three receivers in the league in Caden High, Einaj Carter and Justin Smith-Brown. “We’re charged with the task of bridging the gap between potential and performance,” Williams said. “We saw that potential either on the field or during the recruiting process, but we had to get (our players) to perform. We don’t ask our guys to be great, just that they are consistently good every day.” Orangeburg Touchdown Club member Willie Jeffries, left, and Candace Berry-Vaughn, executive director of the Orangeburg County Community of Character present the Willie Jeffries Character Award to Branchville's Khasean Saldano. The Orangeburg Community of Character presented its Willie Jeffries Character Award to Branchville lineman Khasean Saldano. Jeffries was also honored by being selected as The Works Physical Therapy Comeback Player of the Year. Orangeburg-Wilkinson’s Jordan Avinger received the Touchdown Club Offensive Player of the Week presented by The Works while Denmark-Olar’s Robert Bovain was named Defensive Player of the Week. Get local news delivered to your inbox! 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No one rejects, dislikes, or avoids pleasure itself, because it is pleasure, but because those who do not know how to pursue pleasure rationally encounter consequences that are extremely painful. Nor again is there anyone who loves or pursues or desires to obtain pain of itself, because it is pain, but because occasionally circumstances occur in which toil and pain can procure him some great pleasure. To take a trivial example, which of us ever undertakes laborious physical exercise, except to obtain some advantage from it? But who has any right to find fault with a man who chooses to enjoy a pleasure that has no annoying consequences, or one who avoids a pain that produces no resultant pleasure?" 1914 translation by H. 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To keep reading, please log in to your account, create a free account, or simply fill out the form below.Gary Neville has explained why Arsenal should be feeling the pressure as Manchester City ’s crisis continues. The Premier League champions are in a state of disarray, having lost five consecutive matches. Pep Guardiola’s side were thrashed 4-0 by Tottenham on Saturday, with the City boss admitting his side are “fragile” defensively. This is an unprecedented run of poor form for Guardiola and leaves City way off the pace in the Premier League title race. Liverpool lead the way by eight points and could increase that to 11 should they beat the champions at Anfield next weekend. The Gunners, meanwhile, are now only a point behind City, albeit trail Liverpool by some distance too. Still, Mikel Arteta’s side ended their four-game run without a victory by beating Nottingham Forest 3-0 on Saturday. Neville has backed Arsenal to win the League this season and believes the pressure to capitalise on City’s crisis is on them. While Liverpool look favourites for the title, Neville argues that the fact Arne Slot’s side were considered relative outsiders before a ball was kicked this season gives them something of a free-hit. Arsenal, of course, have run City lose in the title race over the past two seasons having emerged as a genuine contender – largely in the place of Liverpool. Neville believes the north London side will be bitterly disappointed if they cannot be the side who capitalise on a potentially fallow year for City. “This feels different,” he said of City’s poor run. “This feels like if you’re Arsenal, if you’re Liverpool – who I think are the two genuine teams that can win the title other than Manchester City – you must not get carried away but feel ‘hang on a minute, there’s no excuses here now’. “I’m looking more at Arsenal with that statement, really. I think anyone at the start of the season who would have said Arne Slot would come in and do what he’s done, I would have thought ‘No, that’s not quite going to happen.’ “This was Arsenal’s season if it wasn’t going to be City’s. So I think the pressure is really on Arsenal now to step up and go for it. They’ve had a good start with the 3-0 [win over Forest].”
JACKSONVILLE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec 4, 2024-- Southeastern Grocers Inc. (SEG), parent company and home of Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie grocery stores, surprised local customers by hosting pop-up giveaways throughout the Southeast following GivingTuesday. Today, on “WinningWednesday,” the grocer distributed $50,000 in gift cards, plus free private label products across five store locations to thank loyal customers for saving with its award-winning Rewards program. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: Southeastern Grocers brightened the holiday season today for its shoppers with festive freebies, including $100 gift cards and reusable tote bags stuffed with items from the grocer’s award-winning line of Own Brand products. The jolly giveaway spread holiday cheer across five Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket locations in the Southeast. (Photo: Business Wire) The first 100 customers that arrived at each of the designated Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie locations received a free $100 gift card and reusable tote bag stuffed with items from the grocer’s award-winning line of Own Brand products. The giveaway events delighted customers in Jacksonville, South Pasadena, Hallandale and Kenner, Louisiana, to help them fill their stockings – and their grocery carts – just in time for the holidays. “The holiday season brings abundant joy and celebration, but we know it can also present challenges for families navigating extra costs. That’s why we are proud to spread holiday cheer today, making the season brighter and budgets lighter for our valued customers. Year-round, we are committed to helping neighbors stretch every dollar further while putting delicious, nourishing meals on the table. With our Rewards program, customers can unwrap exclusive savings right at their fingertips – because at Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie, loyalty truly pays off!” Included in Newsweek’s list of for the fourth consecutive year, the grocer’s Rewards program provides customers with exclusive digital coupons and personalized rewards, including a free birthday gift and special percent back offers. Accessible through the grocer’s mobile apps and online, the Rewards program also gives access to weekly deals and allows customers to earn points for every shopping trip, which can be redeemed for money off groceries. The average Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie customer saves more than 19% by utilizing the grocer’s award-winning Rewards apps. 1 The Harveys and Winn-Dixie Rewards apps also provide additional benefits to plan ahead of time with the ability to view weekly ads, build shopping lists and view recipe inspiration. Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie stores also offer delivery and curbside pickup, making the grocery shopping experience simple and more convenient than ever. Customers can shop online with the same great deals and have their orders delivered right to their doors in as little as two hours, or opt for easy curbside pickup at participating stores. SEG is committed to helping neighbors save significantly more time and money on their grocery shopping, recognizing that every minute and dollar counts during the holiday season. For more details on the Harveys and Winn-Dixie Rewards programs and to sign up, visit and . 1 Southeastern Grocers Inc. (SEG), parent company and home of Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie grocery stores, is an omnichannel retailer serving customers in brick-and-mortar grocery stores and liquor stores, as well as online with convenient grocery delivery and curbside pickup throughout Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana and Mississippi. Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie are well-known and well-respected regional brands with deep heritages, strong neighborhood ties, proud histories of giving back, talented and caring associates and a strong commitment to providing the best possible quality and value to customers. For more information, visit and . View source version on : CONTACT: For SEG interviews or images contact: Meredith Hurley Senior Director, Communications and Community (904) 370-6029 KEYWORD: UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA FLORIDA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: TECHNOLOGY MEN RETAIL FOOD TECH FAMILY CONSUMER OTHER PHILANTHROPY PHILANTHROPY OTHER RETAIL SUPERMARKET FUND RAISING FOUNDATION WOMEN SENIORS SOURCE: Southeastern Grocers Inc. Copyright Business Wire 2024. PUB: 12/04/2024 03:32 PM/DISC: 12/04/2024 03:32 PM
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