Now, fate has brought them back together, albeit on opposing sides of the battlefield. The prospect of watching old teammates face off against each other has stirred up emotions among fans, who are both excited and nostalgic about the reunion. It will be a test of skill, strategy, and camaraderie as the players fight not only for victory but also for the chance to prove themselves against their former comrades.
As the final buzzer sounded, the Knicks emerged victorious with a narrow margin, thanks in large part to Towns' dominant performance. Despite the win, there was concern for Barnes' health, as the extent of his injury was still unknown. The Knicks would have to regroup and find a way to cope with his absence in the upcoming games.Photo: The Canadian Press President Donald Trump speaks at the Trump campaign headquarters on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2020, in Arlington, Va. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon) President-elect Donald Trump is threatening to impose sweeping new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China as soon as he takes office as part of his efforts to crack down on illegal immigration and drugs. In a pair of posts on his Truth Social site Monday evening, Trump wrote that, “On January 20th, as one of my many first Executive Orders, I will sign all necessary documents to charge Mexico and Canada a 25% Tariff on ALL products coming into the United States.” He said the new tariffs would remain in place “until such time as Drugs, in particular Fentanyl, and all Illegal Aliens stop this Invasion of our Country! ” Trump also threatened to charge China an additional 10% tariff, “above any additional Tariffs” on all products entering the United States over concerns about drugs, including fentanyl. It is unclear whether Trump will actually go through with the threats or if he is using them as a negotiating tactic before he takes office in the new year.
Penn State kicks off Sunshine Slam by cruising past FordhamThe breaking of the 7.25 level is significant for several reasons. Firstly, it marks a crucial milestone in the ongoing efforts by Chinese authorities to promote the internationalization of the yuan and position it as a global reserve currency. A stronger yuan can enhance China's economic stature on the world stage and reduce the country's dependence on the US dollar in international trade and finance.Mid-tier police officers will get a $750 bump to their weekly pay as they and 16,000 colleagues in the nation's biggest force share in a "generational" change to wages and conditions. or signup to continue reading The $697 million pay lift, which will increase most wages by at least 25 per cent over four years, is aimed at curbing growing shortages in NSW Police. The offer was backed by 96 per cent of Police Association of NSW members, a record. "Despite the challenges faced with staffing shortages, the professionalism of our police officers has been recognised with a once-in-a-generation pay rise," union president Kevin Morton said on Tuesday. The deal improves flexible work arrangements, condenses pay scales and includes a $5400 one-off leadership retention payment for senior officers More than 10,000 constables, senior constables and sergeants will receive increases of at least 25 per cent before shift allowances, with the rest getting at least 22.3 per cent. For a level-three senior constable on $107,600, they will be collecting an extra $747 per week or $39,000 per year by mid-2027. "This is a whole suite of measures," Police Minister Yasmin Catley said. "It's all about the workforce: looking after them, getting them back to work, valuing them, respecting them, and making sure that they're paying properly." It follows other recruitment incentives including payments to trainees while they live at the academy in the southern NSW city of Goulburn. The force is authorised to have more than 18,000 sworn officers but long-term retention and recruitment issues left more than 2200 positions open in August. While settling a wage dispute with a key workforce, the massive pay offer has caused consternation across the public sector since being put on the table a fortnight ago. Nurses and midwives have used the deal as a rallying cry for their demand for a 15-per-cent instant pay increase, while rail chaos was narrowly averted over the weekend as those workers pressed for 36 per cent over four years. DAILY Today's top stories curated by our news team. WEEKDAYS Grab a quick bite of today's latest news from around the region and the nation. WEEKLY The latest news, results & expert analysis. WEEKDAYS Catch up on the news of the day and unwind with great reading for your evening. WEEKLY Get the editor's insights: what's happening & why it matters. WEEKLY Love footy? We've got all the action covered. WEEKLY Every Saturday and Tuesday, explore destinations deals, tips & travel writing to transport you around the globe. WEEKLY Going out or staying in? Find out what's on. WEEKDAYS Sharp. Close to the ground. Digging deep. Your weekday morning newsletter on national affairs, politics and more. TWICE WEEKLY Your essential national news digest: all the big issues on Wednesday and great reading every Saturday. WEEKLY Get news, reviews and expert insights every Thursday from CarExpert, ACM's exclusive motoring partner. TWICE WEEKLY Get real, Australia! Let the ACM network's editors and journalists bring you news and views from all over. AS IT HAPPENS Be the first to know when news breaks. DAILY Your digital replica of Today's Paper. Ready to read from 5am! DAILY Test your skills with interactive crosswords, sudoku & trivia. Fresh daily! Advertisement Advertisement
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The future of animation work in the AI era is beginning to take shape. Following a high-stakes negotiation that stalled due to a fierce battle over the burgeoning technology, has reached a tentative deal with studios and streamers over a new three-year contract for members in the L.A. area. The deal was reached on Friday, according to the union. The result of three months of on-and-off negotiations, the provisional pact includes AI language with “notification and consultation provisions,” according to the union, which did not provide any other specifics on this key part of the agreement. The deal also provides a 7 percent general wage increase in the first year of the contract, a 4 percent increase in the second year and 3.5 percent bump in the third and language that allows for remote work. New funding for union members’ health and pension plans will forestall any additional costs or reduced benefits and Juneteenth will be added as a holiday. The union also stated that the the agreement includes changes for specific crafts, such as “a framework for staffing minimums” for animation writers, and “improvements” to the union’s new media sideletter. Said Steve Kaplan, the union’s business representative and chief negotiator in the talks, “Our Table and Support Team members were stalwart in their resolve to achieve all that we could during these discussions.” He added, ” As always, this new agreement gives us a solid foundation to work with as we work to keep our industry strong over the next three years.” has reached out to the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers for comment. Guild negotiators have been clear that, from their point of view, these contract negotiations were primarily a fight over AI. In a that was released in January, an economic consulting firm commissioned by the Animation Guild found that 29 percent of animation jobs could potentially be disrupted by AI within the next three years alone. In a separate report, released days before the union resumed contract negotiations, entry-level positions will be most at risk of displacement in the next few years even as AI applications and programs “can target most of the job categories of TAG members.” The union, which represents more than 5,000 animation workers in collective bargaining, entered negotiations with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers on August 12. Besides the top issue for the union for the union — instituting guardrails on generative AI — the group also sought to fight the outsourcing of work originating at L.A.-area studios to other countries. In a on August 10, union leaders argued that this round of negotiations will set the tone for animation for years to come. “This really, for us, feels like a do-or-die negotiation cycle,” negotiating committee member and writer Joey Clift said. Added writer Julie Prescott, “The American animation industry is at stake and the drawing kid from your childhood is not going down without a fight.” In recent weeks, the labor group has taken the fight to the doorsteps of major companies, demonstrating at the offices of Netflix, and Warner Bros. Animation. While there, workers delivered a petition citing recent financial struggles for animation workers and calling for a “fair deal” with “livable wages and job security.” Now, animation workers will begin to receive more information about the deal as the union prepares to put the agreement to a ratification vote. The union has not yet disclosed the date of that vote. THR Newsletters Sign up for THR news straight to your inbox every day More from The Hollywood ReporterThe auction of the ruby slippers is a testament to the enduring fascination with classic cinema and the enduring appeal of Hollywood memorabilia. For movie enthusiasts and collectors alike, owning a piece of film history, such as the ruby slippers, is a dream come true. The fact that these shoes have set a new benchmark for movie memorabilia auctions is a testament to their iconic status and cultural significance.
Atalanta's impressive run in Serie A over the past few seasons has caught the attention of football fans around the world. Under the guidance of manager Tuchel, the team has displayed a style of play that is both highly entertaining and tactically astute. However, if Atalanta truly harbours ambitions of challenging for the title, they must maintain the highest level of performance throughout the season, with star player Di Maria leading the charge.