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Michigan political leaders are reacting to the passing of former President Jimmy Carter. Rep. Debbie Dingell said Carter’s advocacy work involving the environment, conservation, and human rights can still be felt today. Recommended Videos “President Carter cared about humanity and believed so deeply in the importance of public service and giving back, and I hope we all continue to learn from the example he set,” she said. Dingell said her late husband, Rep. John Dingell, had a candid and honest relationship with Carter. Sen. Debbie Stabenow said America and the world lost an incredible leader. “Thank you President Carter for showing all of us what it means to lead with your values both in and out of public service. You showed us what “faith and works” really mean,” she said. Sen. Gary Peters said he and his wife are thinking of the entire Carter family. “He will be remembered as a true public servant –– from his time serving in the U.S. Navy & as President, to his decades of selfless humanitarian work,” he said. Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said Carter lived an impressive life. “In the White House, President Carter brokered peace, established the Departments of Energy and Education, advocated for solar energy, and doubled the amount of land for national parks and wildlife refuges,” she said. Whitmer also highlighted Carter’s impact after leaving office. “He dedicated decades of his life to helping those around the world who had the least. He helped build thousands of homes with Habitat for Humanity, and established the Carter Center, focused on health and human rights. And he made time to preach from his community pulpit on Sundays,” the governor said. Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist said Carter a created more prosperous and peaceful world. “He understood the unique mission and meaning of public service: helping his fellow citizens live their best lives and reach their full potential. As the nation grieves his passing, let us reflect on the lessons of his life and recommit to following in his footsteps, creating a more connected and conscientious world for all of us,” he said. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel described Carter as a model citizen. “Among his lifetime of accomplishments, President Carter will surely be remembered for his service to our nation, his pioneering civil rights activism, his staunch commitment to environmental policy, and his extensive post-presidency humanitarian work. His legacy will honor our country for generations to come,” she said. Former Michigan Gov. Jim Blanchard worked with Carter on the financial rescue of Chrysler in 1980. President Carter signed the law granting Chrysler $1.5 billion to save the company from bankruptcy. Blanchard was serving in the House of Representatives at the time. He was the authored of the House bill. “That was a big deal. It saved the largest employer of Detroit, the largest employer of African Americans. It was a real help to the entire auto industry, which if Chrysler would have gone down would have reverberated throughout the other companies and suppliers. So, economically it was a real help to Michigan,” Blanchard said. But it wasn’t enough for Carter to win Michigan during his re-election campaign against Republican Ronald Reagan. Blanchard said initially when Chrysler ran into trouble, Carter was against any corporate bailouts or subsidies. That initial reluctance harmed his relations with Michigan, Blanchard said. “He never got the credit he should have. It’s all in the books that write about him because he did the right thing,” he said. Reagan secured 489 electoral votes to win the presidency. “When you only get one term, it’s hard to be considered a great president. I can tell you this, he was a good man. And he continued to serve the public for all these years since his defeat in 1980,” Blanchard said. Carter also didn’t win Michigan in 1976 in his race against Republican Gerald Ford. Michigan was Ford’s home state. From the Vault: Jimmy Carter, Gerald Ford campaign in Detroit in 1976
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The Orlando Pride capped off a nearly perfect 2024 season by winning the NWSL Championship Game over the Washington Spirit 1-0. Despite the Spirit giving the Pride everything they could handle , Orlando held on to win the title. It was a fitting end for the team’s leader, Marta , and the team that was clearly the best in the NWSL all season. The Pride opened the season with a 23-match unbeaten streak, which included two separate winning streaks of six games or more. Orlando didn’t lose a game until after clinching the NWSL Shield and the top seed in the playoffs. With just two losses all season, it was one of the most dominant seasons in NWSL history. THE BEST TEAM IN @NWSL HISTORY 🏆 pic.twitter.com/60vGL6QEiU Of course, all of that gets wiped out when the calendar flips to 2025. The Pride will have to start fresh next season, just like everybody else. The only difference is that Orlando will have a championship to defend and be the hunted rather than the hunted. Is the Pride capable of replicating this year’s success in 2025? Let’s look at what the future holds for Orlando next season. Will Marta play for Orlando Pride in 2025? The biggest question facing Orlando heading into the offseason is whether or not Marta will be back next season. After eight seasons with the club, she’s out of contract and set to be a free agent. She has made it clear that she would like to play for two more seasons at club level, although there is no assurance she will do so in Orlando. The Pride would hate to lose her after so many years of rebuilding around her . However, it’ll be up to the club to offer her a new contract and up to Marta if she wants to finish her career with Orlando or go elsewhere. MARTA IS THE MOMENT. pic.twitter.com/dVLKToqdon Orlando Pride free agency questions Besides Marta, the Pride doesn’t have to worry too much about losing key players in free agency. Key role players like Julie Doyle and Morgan Gautrat re-signed with the club before reaching free agency at the end of the season, so they will be back in 2025. Players like Duljan Evelina, Celia Jimenez, and Carrie Lawrence, none of whom played major roles in Orlando’s 2024 success, are out of contract. But other than Marta, the Pride isn’t set to lose anybody who figures to be irreplaceable. Barbra Banda could be better in 2025 Whether Marta returns to Orlando or not, it’s a safe bet that Banda will remain the Pride’s most important player. She finished second in the NWSL in goals this season and was named Championship Game MVP after scoring the game-winning goal against the Spirit. Yet, the 24-year-old could still take things to another level next season. Keep in mind that she didn’t play during the early part of the season since she signed in early March from a club in China. With a year of experience in the NWSL under her belt, Banda could be better in 2025 and should be considered an early favorite to be league MVP next year. PURE BANDA-MONIUM!!! Barbra Banda scores the opening goal in the #NWSLChampionship pic.twitter.com/5oK0B1h50m Orlando Pride defense could look the same The backline of Cori Dyke, Emily Sams, Kylie Strom, and Kerry Abello figures to be back for the Pride in 2025. That quartet started together more times than not, helping Orlando tie for the fewest goals conceded during the NWSL regular season. For her efforts, Sams was named the NWSL Defender of the Year, which is no small accomplishment with arguably the world’s best defender, Naomi Girma, as her competition. The kicker is that the 32-year-old Strom is the only player of that foursome who will be older than 25 at the start of next season. In other words, Orlando’s backline is young and already has plenty of experience playing together. That should make the Pride one of the best defensive teams in the league next season, especially with Anna Moorhouse defending the goal. Orlando’s young player to watch Aside from the youthful backline, Orlando has a few more young players worth watching in 2025. Ally Lemos, the team’s first-round pick in 2024, could strengthen Orlando’s midfield even more. She played just two seasons at UCLA before being drafted, making her one of the youngest players ever selected in the NWSL Draft. She didn’t see a ton of minutes for Orlando this season, partly because she left the Pride midseason to play in the Under-20 Women’s World Cup. Lemos helped the U.S. finish third in that tournament and seems to have a bright future. She could be a breakout star for Orlando in 2025. Can the Orlando Pride repeat as NWSL champions in 2025? The question of Orlando repeating as champs will be easier to answer once it’s clear if Marta is returning or not. However, even without the legendary Brazilian, the Pride has the makings of a championship team in 2025 with a trusted goalkeeper, a solid and proven backline, and a bonafide star like Banda leading the attack. Of course, Washington could be stronger next season, Gotham FC still has as much star power as anyone, and teams like Kansas City and Portland figure to be contenders, too. There could also be plenty of player movement in free agency. But as things stand, there is every reason to think Orlando will be a threat to repeat as NWSL champs in 2025.Summary: VCA, proudly part of Mars Veterinary Health , and Antech aspire to collaborate at scale with One Health reporting organizations, envisioning a six-step framework for nationwide health initiatives The pet health companies test framework via a large-scale study of humans and pets across the U.S., revealing COVID-19 transmission to pets with no signs of illness LOS ANGELES , Dec. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- VCA Animal Hospitals , a leader in comprehensive veterinary services and Antech , a leader in veterinary diagnostics, today published its Six-Step Framework for Companion Animal Public Health Collaboration, detailing how One Health organizations can integrate pets into a nationwide health response. This innovative framework outlines the necessary considerations and steps to quickly activate this response lever as part of public safety efforts. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration between veterinary professionals, public health officials, and diagnostic experts to create a seamless and effective response system. Prior to the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic, approaches to understand the impacts of infectious disease outbreaks such as SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, on pets were limited and fragmented. A recent VCA study published in Viruses highlights the effectiveness of this new six-step framework in action with VCA and Antech working together to implement rapid-response monitoring and disease detection protocols. This collaboration enabled swift identification and management of COVID-19 cases, demonstrating the potential of the framework to address a critical knowledge gap bridging human and pet health during an emerging public health pandemic. "Traditionally, pets have largely been ignored in public health surveillance, but we want to change that," said Anne Kimmerlein DVM, MPVM, DACVPM, Veterinary Epidemiologist for VCA Animal Hospitals. "Thanks to the participation of our Associates and their pets, we were able to show the impact that the private veterinary sector can have when we come together to address an emerging public health threat. Based on that initial work, we've created a framework for continued and expanded One Health collaboration." The study involved a nationwide approach, focusing on households with confirmed SARS-CoV-2 infections in humans. Pets in these households were monitored for clinical signs consistent with SARS-CoV-2, and samples were collected for PCR and serological testing. The study included 747 dogs and 253 cats. The study highlighted the significance of being watchful of close human-animal contact and preventive measures to reduce transmission risks. The results indicated that pets can contract SARS-CoV-2, primarily through close contact with infected humans. While most pets showed mild or no symptoms, the study nonetheless underscored the recommendation for preventive measures such as good hand hygiene around pets to minimize transmission risks. The findings also demonstrated the potential for pets to seroconvert and develop antibodies, indicating exposure to the virus. "The results of this study show a significant step in advancing our understanding of how closely human and animal health are intertwined – and it was only possible through close collaboration between VCA and our team at Antech," said Christian Leutenegger , Dr. Med. Vet., Ph.D., FHV, Vice President of R&D, Assay Development at Antech Diagnostics . "The research provides a blueprint for continued ongoing collaboration to examine other types of infectious diseases that could impact our pets." VCA and Antech's six-step framework for One Health collaboration sets a new standard for integrating pets into nationwide health responses. By fostering collaboration and leveraging advanced diagnostic tools, this approach helps deliver a swift and effective response to public health crises. The success of the COVID-19 study serves as a testament to the potential of this innovative strategy. "Our commitment to One Health principles has never been stronger," said Marie Kerl , DVM, MPH, MBA, DACVIM, DACVECC and Chief Medical Officer for VCA Animal Hospitals. "By integrating pets into our nationwide health response, we can ensure a more comprehensive approach to public safety and health." To learn more about this groundbreaking framework, visit " Six-Step Framework for Companion Animal Public Health Collaboration ." About VCA Animal Hospitals A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to caring for the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people, and our communities. From general practice to emergency and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine to more than four million pets each year. Our national network of hospitals invests in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enables our Associates to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 430 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed veterinary technicians and more than 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. As part of the Mars Petcare family of businesses, VCA is committed to its Purpose: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS. To learn more about VCA, visit vca.com . About Mars Veterinary Health Mars Veterinary Health is a global division of Mars Petcare dedicated to delivering high-quality pet healthcare to further its collective Purpose: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS. Mars Veterinary Health's 70,000 Associates across 3,000 global veterinary clinics put pets, people, and the planet first. The Mars Veterinary Health family includes Associates at AniCura, Banfield, BluePearl, Creature Comforts, Gentle Oak, Hillside, Linnaeus, Mount Pleasant, Tai Wai , VCA, VES, and VSH who demonstrate compassion and expertise while enabling 35 million pet visits each year. Learn more at marsveterinaryhealth.com . About Antech Antech is a leader in veterinary diagnostics, driven by our passion for innovation that delivers better animal health outcomes. Our products and services span 90+ reference laboratories around the globe; in-house diagnostic laboratory instruments and consumables, including rapid assay diagnostic products and digital cytology services; local and cloud-based data services; practice information management software and related software and support; veterinary imaging and technology; veterinary professional education and training; and board-certified specialist support services. As part of the Mars Petcare family of businesses, Antech is committed to its Purpose: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS. Learn more at AntechDiagnostics.com . SOURCE VCA Animal Hospitals
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Daily Dose of Social Media: Emma Raducanu wears Rafael Nadal tribute shirt during preseason, Ivanisevic joins Elena Rybakina’s cornerFind the daily horoscope of the 30th day of December 2024, and navigate your day accordingly. Aries (Mar 21-Apr 20): Smile, because it is the most effective treatment for any issues. As a result of your improved financial situation, you can pay off long-overdue loans and expenses with relative ease. Taking a trip to a place of worship or conversing with a saint will help you feel more at ease and calm your mind. You and your significant other will have the intention of going somewhere together today; but, due to some pressing work obligations, this plan will not be successful. As a result, you and your partner may argue. Today, the fruits of your laborious efforts will undoubtedly be discernible in the workplace. Today is a good day, and in addition to spending time with other people, you will also have the opportunity to focus on yourself. You may receive a glimpse of the divine side of your partner today. Taurus (Apr 21–May 20): Some family members may bother you because they are jealous. You shouldn't lose your cool, though, because if you do, things could get awful. Always remember that it's better to accept things that you can't change. You will make a lot of money if you buy in real estate. There could be a fight today over money between family members. You should tell everyone in the family to be honest about money. Today is a good day to date. Work and fun should not go together. Helping other people through volunteer work today will not only make you feel good about yourself, but it will also help other people. Today, your partner is feeling good. You might find out something. Gemini (May 21–Jun 21): Get yourself to feel better about things. This will not only make you feel more confident and flexible, but it will also make you feel less fear, jealousy, and hate. You might have trouble with money during the day, but you might make some in the evening. Young people who want to get married may get engaged. During the day, your partner will keep thinking about you. A lovely surprise should be planned, and the day should be made beautiful for her. Today can be helpful if you get your point across clearly and work hard and with energy. Today is going to be very busy, but you'll have time to do the things you love in the evening. Getting into fights over small things can make your marriage more bitter today. So, you shouldn't let other people affect you. Cancer (Jun 22–Jul 22): Sports and events that take place outside should be your main sources of entertainment today. You may wish you hadn't spent money, but you will want to do it now. Having a happy mood at home will help you relax. Do something about it instead of just watching. At that moment, the smell of roses will cover you completely. You can feel the high of love in this. Being honest about a mistake at work will help you. But you need to look into it to fix it. You should say sorry to the person who has been hurt by you. Don't forget that everyone makes mistakes, but only fools keep doing them. Stay away from rumors and talk. The innocence of your partner can make your day special. Leo (Jul 23-Aug 23): You'll have a lot of energy, but your work will make you mad. Someone with big plans and thoughts might catch your eye. Do a lot of research on that person before you spend any money with them. Today is a good day to get together with old friends and start up new ties. A love meeting will make your happiness even better. Bring more new ideas to your work if you want to do better at work. Also, make sure you know about new technology. Thanks to your awareness of how precious time is, you will want to spend today alone, away from everyone. It will also be good for you to do this. If you want to be happy in your marriage, you might get a special gift today. BY Dr. Sohini Sastri Virgo (Aug 24-Sep 23): To feel refreshed, make sure you get enough rest. There is a possibility that the day will begin smoothly, but in the evening, you might be required to spend money for whatever reason, which will cause you to feel upset. Some persons could become the source of your annoyance; you should ignore them. Love may start to develop in your life; all you need to do is keep your eyes and ears open. Focus on your task and steer clear of anything that makes you feel upset. Today, you and the younger members of your family can travel to a park or a shopping centre to spend some time together. Today has the potential to be one of the most romantic days of your life with your relationship partner if you put in a little bit of work. Libra (Sep 24-Oct 23): A wonderful day that is saturated with joy. Today, you will leave the house with a lot of optimism, but it is possible that your disposition could be negatively affected if someone steals anything of great value from you. You are going to have a hard time keeping your feelings under control, but you must avoid getting into arguments with the people around you or you will be separated from them. An eventful day for romantic pursuits. Make plans for a special evening and do your best to add as much romance as you can to it. If you are successful in completing a challenging work, your friends will shower you with compliments. Conduct yourself today as if you were a superstar, but only applaud those things that are deserving of it. Right now is the perfect time to let yourself be taken away by ecstasy because you will reach new heights of love with your partner throughout this day. Scorpio (Oct 24-Nov 22): There is a correlation between sharing your joy with other people and improving your health. Nevertheless, keep in mind that ignoring it may end up being expensive in the long run. From the perspective of long-term returns, it will be advantageous to make investments in mutual funds and traditional stock markets. Likely, members of your family will not be able to live up to the standards you have set for them. You should not depend on them to work under your instructions; rather, you should take the initiative to alter the way you work. Your appealing appearance will bring about the outcomes you seek. Projects that have just been initiated will not produce the appropriate outcomes. Today, you can waste your free time by watching television or electronic devices. Your partner will be aggravated as a result of this because you will not demonstrate any desire to communicate with them. Today, your partner is brimming with affection and a lot of energy. Sagittarius (Nov 23-Dec 21): Participating in sports, which will help you maintain your fitness, is now possible. Your peace of mind will be disrupted if you see an unexpected spike in spending. The beauty of the property can be enhanced by making even little adjustments within and around the house. Your significant other can take you by surprise today by performing an extraordinary and stunning act. Communicate with people who are well-established and who can assist you in gaining an understanding of future trends. After finishing all of their work for the day, those who live outside the home will enjoy spending the evening at a park or a spot that is separate from the rest of the neighbourhood. For those who are married, today is a wonderful day. Make preparations to enjoy a pleasant evening together. BY Dr. Sohini Sastri Capricorn (Dec 22–Jan 21): Your appearance will unquestionably improve as a result of the bodily adjustments you make today. You are going to be able to get yourself out of this financial predicament with the assistance of your parents. Your childish innocence will be an amazing asset in resolving issues that have arisen within the family. Because your beloved will provide you with a great deal of joy, your energy levels will continue to be healthy. You may observe an improvement in both the environment and the level of work at the office. The quality of your communication skills is going to look really outstanding. As of right now, it appears like your partner will be paying extra attention to you today. Aquarius (Jan 22-Feb 19): Eat less fried food and make regular exercise a priority. If you can refrain from spending money that is not necessary, then your money will begin to work for you. This is something that you will comprehend very well today. This day has the potential to bring you a great deal of joy from your grandchildren. The only way to give your life significance is to make other people happy and to forget about the mistakes you've made in the past. To improve your productivity, you should make use of the latest strategies. People who pay careful attention to you will be intrigued by your unique approach to working as well as your stylish manner. It is recommended that individuals born under this zodiac spend their free time today reading spiritual books. Many of your issues can be resolved if you choose this course of action. If you and your partner can have a meaningful conversation, you will become aware of the amount of love that exists between the two of you. Pisces (Feb 20-Mar 20): An excessive amount of travel might be a source of annoyance. An exceptional group of individuals will be willing to put their money into any such program that appears to be promising and exceptional. It will be enjoyable to go shopping with your partner. The two of you will have a deeper knowledge of one another as a result of this. If you are in a romantic relationship, you should not act like a slave. Be aware of the actions that are taking place around you, because someone else can claim credit for the work that you have done. There are times when you forget to allow yourself time because you are so focused on meeting the requirements of your family. Today, however, you will have the opportunity to take some time for yourself by isolating yourself from everyone else. You can experience a sense of confinement in your married life due to the discomfort you are experiencing. Intimate communication with your partner is exactly what you require at this moment. BY Dr. Sohini Sastri
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