Australia marks 10 years since death of cricketer Phillip HughesNEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks rose to records Tuesday after Donald Trump’s latest talk about tariffs created only some ripples on Wall Street, even if they could roil the global economy were they to take effect. The S&P 500 climbed 0.6% to top the all-time high it set a couple weeks ago. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 123 points, or 0.3%, to its own record set the day before, while the Nasdaq composite gained 0.6% as Microsoft and Big Tech led the way. Stock markets abroad mostly fell after President-elect Trump said he plans to impose sweeping new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China once he takes office. But the movements were mostly modest. Stock indexes were down 0.1% in Shanghai and nearly flat in Hong Kong, while Canada’s main index edged down by less than 0.1%. Trump has often praised the use of tariffs , but investors are weighing whether his latest threat will actually become policy or is just an opening point for negotiations. For now, the market seems to be taking it more as the latter. The consequences otherwise for markets and the global economy could be painful. Unless the United States can prepare alternatives for the autos, energy products and other goods that come from Mexico, Canada and China, such tariffs would raise the price of imported items all at once and make households poorer, according to Carl Weinberg and Rubeela Farooqi, economists at High Frequency Economics. They would also hurt profit margins for U.S. companies, while raising the threat of retaliatory tariffs by other countries. And unlike tariffs in Trump’s first term, his latest proposal would affect products across the board. General Motors sank 9%, and Ford Motor fell 2.6% because both import automobiles from Mexico. Constellation Brands, which sells Modelo and other Mexican beer brands in the United States, dropped 3.3%. The value of the Mexican peso fell 1.8% against the U.S. dollar. Beyond the pain such tariffs would cause U.S. households and businesses, they could also push the Federal Reserve to slow or even halt its cuts to interest rates. The Fed had just begun easing its main interest rate from a two-decade high a couple months ago to offer support for the job market . While lower interest rates can boost the economy, they can also offer more fuel for inflation. “Many” officials at the Fed’s last meeting earlier this month said they should lower rates gradually, according to minutes of the meeting released Tuesday afternoon. The talk about tariffs overshadowed another mixed set of profit reports from U.S. retailers that answered few questions about how much more shoppers can keep spending. They’ll need to stay resilient after helping the economy avoid a recession, despite the high interest rates imposed by the Fed to get inflation under control. A report on Tuesday from the Conference Board said confidence among U.S. consumers improved in November, but not by as much as economists expected. Kohl’s tumbled 17% after its results for the latest quarter fell short of analysts’ expectations. CEO Tom Kingsbury said sales remain soft for apparel and footwear. A day earlier, Kingsbury said he plans to step down as CEO in January. Ashley Buchanan, CEO of Michaels and a retail veteran, will replace him. Best Buy fell 4.9% after likewise falling short of analysts’ expectations. Dick’s Sporting Goods topped forecasts for the latest quarter thanks to a strong back-to-school season, but its stock lost an early gain to fall 1.4%. Still, more stocks rose in the S&P 500 than fell. J.M. Smucker had one of the biggest gains and climbed 5.7% after topping analysts’ expectations for the latest quarter. CEO Mark Smucker credited strength for its Uncrustables, Meow Mix, Café Bustelo and Jif brands. Big Tech stocks also helped prop up U.S. indexes. Gains of 3.2% for Amazon and 2.2% for Microsoft were the two strongest forces lifting the S&P 500. All told, the S&P 500 rose 34.26 points to 6,021.63. The Dow gained 123.74 to 44,860.31, and the Nasdaq composite climbed 119.46 to 19,174.30. In the bond market, Treasury yields held relatively steady following their big drop from a day before driven by relief following Trump’s pick for Treasury secretary. The yield on the 10-year Treasury inched up to 4.29% from 4.28% late Monday, but it’s still well below the 4.41% level where it ended last week. In the crypto market, bitcoin continued to pull back after topping $99,000 for the first time late last week. It’s since dipped back toward $91,000, according to CoinDesk. It’s a sharp turnaround from the bonanza that initially took over the crypto market following Trump’s election. That boom had also appeared to have spilled into some corners of the stock market. Strategists at Barclays Capital pointed to stocks of unprofitable companies, along with other areas that can be caught up in bursts of optimism by smaller-pocketed “retail” investors. AP Business Writer Elaine Kurtenbach contributed."It Time to Try Defying Gravity" because Part One of "Wicked" is now in cinemas. Adapted from the popular Broadway musical based on Gregory Maguire's book and a revelatory prequel to “ The Wizard of Oz, " "Wicked" is the first of a two-part epic. USA TODAY movie critic Brian Truitt gave the film ★★★ out of four , writing that "even with a few missteps, it’s easy to get swept up in director Jon M. Chu’s colorful spectacle ( rated PG) ." "The movie musical is both superfluous and splendiferous, yet it casts a big-hearted spell that you’d have to be wicked not to appreciate at least a little. The song-filled character study of the Wicked Witch of the West’s early years ekes out great performances from Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande that’ll wow musical theater kids and old-school “Oz” fans alike," Truitt wrote in his review, adding the film manages to "at least pulls off a truly soaring closing cliffhanger." With Part 1 of "Wicked" now in cinemas, anticipation for the second part, which is expected to pick up from where the first part ended, presumably beginning with the song "Thank Goodness," is high. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. "Wicked" director Jon M. Chu, in April 2022, had announced the film would be split into two parts because it "became impossible" to shrink the Broadway play "into a single film without doing some real damage to it." “As we prepared the production over the last year, it became impossible to wrestle the story of 'Wicked' into a single film without doing some real damage to it," Chu had written in a social media post . "As we tried to cut songs or trim characters, those decisions began to feel like fatal compromises to the source material that has entertained us all for so many years." He continued: "We decided to give ourselves a bigger canvas and make not just one 'Wicked' movie but two! With more space, we can tell the story of Wicked as it was meant to be told while bringing even more depth and surprise to the journeys for these beloved characters.” 'Wicked' review: Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande are fantastic as witchy BFFs We've got room on the couch! Sign up for USA TODAY's Watch Party newsletter for more recaps of your favorite shows. Here's what we know so far about Part 2 of "Wicked" including release date and cast. 'Wicked' Part 2 release date Wicked Part 2 is expected to hit screens on November 21, 2025 — one year (minus a day) after the first installment, according to Universal Pictures . Both "Wicked" and "Wicked: Part 2" were shot back-to-back between December 2022 and January 2024, according to Forbes , which means the second installment of the "Wicked" has already been filmed. 'Wicked' Part 2 cast While Universal Studios has not yet announced the full cast list for Part 2 or hinted if there would be new characters, it is likely that much of the original cast will be returning including: Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle 'Wicked': The movie's biggest changes from the Broadway musical and book How to watch 'Wicked' The only way to watch "Wicked" at this point is to catch it in a cinema near you. 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FARGO, N.D. (AP) — Jacksen Moni's 25 points helped North Dakota State defeat Wisconsin-Stout 91-62 on Friday for its sixth straight win. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * FARGO, N.D. (AP) — Jacksen Moni's 25 points helped North Dakota State defeat Wisconsin-Stout 91-62 on Friday for its sixth straight win. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? FARGO, N.D. (AP) — Jacksen Moni’s 25 points helped North Dakota State defeat Wisconsin-Stout 91-62 on Friday for its sixth straight win. Moni shot 9 for 13 (4 for 6 from 3-point range) and 3 of 4 from the free-throw line for the Bison (9-4). Treyson Anderson scored eight points and added seven rebounds. Darik Dissette shot 3 of 3 from the field to finish with eight points. Carson Hoffman led the Blue Devils in scoring, finishing with 11 points. Justin Nelson added nine points and Dominic Croci recorded eight points. ___ The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar. AdvertisementCVB Financial to effect stock buyback program of up to 10M shares
Israeli airstrikes killed a hospital director at his home in northeastern Lebanon and six others, while at least five paramedics were killed by Israeli strikes in the country's south on Friday, Lebanon's Health Ministry said. The United Nations reported heavy clashes between Israeli troops and Hezbollah fighters in southern Lebanon. Four Italian peacekeepers were lightly wounded when a rocket, likely fired by Hezbollah, hit their base, the U.N. said. A full-blown war between Israel and Hezbollah erupted in September after nearly a year of lower-intensity conflict. More than 3,640 people have been killed in Lebanon and 15,350 wounded, the majority following Israel’s escalation and ground invasion, the Health Ministry said Friday. In Gaza, Israeli strikes hit Kamal Adwan Hospital, one of the few hospitals still partially operating in the northernmost part of the territory, wounding six medical staff and damaging its generator and oxygen systems, the hospital director said Friday. More than 44,000 Palestinians have been killed in the Gaza Strip, the Health Ministry said. It does not distinguish between civilians and combatants in its count, but it has said that more than half of the fatalities are women and children. Israel launched the war in Gaza after Hamas-led militants stormed into southern Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, killing some 1,200 people, mostly civilians, and abducting another 250 . Around 100 hostages are still inside Gaza, at least a third of whom are believed to be dead. Here’s the Latest: BEIRUT — An Israeli airstrike killed the director of a university hospital and six others at his home in northeastern Lebanon, state media said. The strike targeted Dr. Ali Allam’s house near Dar Al-Amal Hospital, the largest health center in Baalbek-Hermel province, which has provided vital health services amid Israel's campaign of airstrikes, the Health Ministry said. State-run media reported that the strike came without warning. The ministry described his death as a “great loss,” and provincial governor Bachir Khodr said in a post on X that, “Mr. Allam was one of the best citizens of Baalbek.” In two separate episodes on Friday, Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon killed five paramedics with Hezbollah's medical arm, the Health Ministry said, describing it as “war crime.” The militant group provides extensive social services, including running schools and health clinics. In a report published Friday, the World Health Organization said nearly half of all attacks on health care in Lebanon since Oct. 7, 2023, have resulted in fatalities. “This is a higher percentage than in any active conflict today across the globe,” WHO said. In Lebanon, 226 health workers and patients were killed and 199 were injured between Oct. 7, 2023, and Nov. 18, 2024, the report said. The Health Ministry said Friday that 3,645 people have been killed in nearly 14 months of war between Hezbollah and Israel, while 15,356 were wounded, the majority following Israel’s escalation in late September. The death count includes 692 women and 231 children. DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip — Israeli strikes hit Kamal Adwan Hospital, one of the few hospitals still partially operating in the northernmost part of Gaza, wounding six medical staff and damaging its generator and oxygen systems, its director said Friday. Hossam Abu Safiya said the strikes before dawn Friday hit the entrance of the emergency unit as well as in the hospital courtyard. He said two members of the nursing staff suffered critical injuries. There was no immediate comment from the Israeli military. Abu Safiya said the strikes caused damage to the functioning of the generator and disrupted oxygen supplies. The hospital is currently treating 85 wounded, 14 children in the pediatric ward and four newborns in the neonatal unit, he said. During the past month, Kamal Adwan Hospital has been hit several times, was put under siege and was raided by Israeli troops, who are waging a heavy offensive in the nearby Jabaliya refugee camp and towns of Beit Hanoun and Beit Lahiya. The Israeli military says it detained Hamas fighters hiding in the hospital, a claim its staff denies. UNITED NATIONS – Two rockets hit a headquarters of the U.N. peacekeeping force in southern Lebanon, injuring four Italian peacekeepers, the United Nations says. U.N. spokesperson Stephane Dujarric said the rockets were likely launched by Hezbollah militants or by affiliated groups Friday, impacting a bunker and a logistics area in the southwest headquarters at Chamaa. One of the structures that was hit caught fire, and the blaze was swiftly put out by U.N. staff, he said. According to Italy’s Defense Ministry, some glass shattered due to the explosion, hitting the four soldiers. Dujarric said the four injured peacekeepers were receiving treatment at the medical facility of the mission, known as UNIFIL. “Thankfully, none of the injuries are life-threatening,” he said. Italy’s Defense Minister Guido Crosetto called the attack on the UNIFIL base “intolerable.” He reiterated that the Italian contingent remains in southern Lebanon “to offer a window of opportunity for peace, and cannot become hostage to militia attacks.” Dujarric said Friday’s attack was the third on Chamaa in a week and came amid heavy shelling and ground skirmishes in the Chamaa and Naqoura areas in recent days. UNIFIL’s main headquarters is in Naqoura. Friday’s attack follows a rocket attack on a UNIFIL base east of the village of Ramyah on Tuesday that injured four peacekeepers from Ghana. Dujarric said UNIFIL strongly urges Hezbollah and its affiliates and Israel to avoid fighting near its positions, which are supposed to be protected. “We remind all parties that any attack against peacekeepers constitutes a serious violation of international law” and the U.N. Security Council resolution that ended the 2006 Israel-Hezbollah war, he said. BEIRUT — Israeli airstrikes hit Beirut’s southern suburbs and the southern port city of Tyre on Friday, after the Israeli army issued several evacuation warnings saying it is targeting Hezbollah sites. The strikes in Beirut came dangerously close to central Beirut and Christian neighborhoods. One strike hit a building housing a gym and medical and beauty clinics, located just meters (yards) from a Lebanese army base. “What is there in the building to target? This attack they carried out on us in this building is a criminal and vile act,” resident Hassan Najdi told The Associated Press. “Because if their intention is targeting Hezbollah, this building has nothing to do with Hezbollah.” Najdi said he purchased an apartment in the building last year but had not yet moved in. He allowed a displaced family to move in and urgently asked them to evacuate after receiving the Israeli warning. The blasts sent plumes of smoke into the air and shattered glass in the vicinity. No casualties have been reported, but the strikes caused damage to nearby infrastructure and a key road connecting central Beirut to its southern suburbs. “We remain steadfast,” said Ali Daher, an employee at a mall facing the targeted building. “Everything that is lost can be replaced, and whatever is destroyed can be rebuilt in (no time).” In Tyre city, the Israeli military conducted multiple airstrikes after a series of warnings, claiming the targets belonged to Hezbollah’s Aziz unit, accusing it of firing projectiles into Israel. The Israeli military carried out other airstrikes across Lebanon, many without warnings, as heavy fighting between Israeli troops and Hezbollah in villages along the Lebanon-Israel border intensified. ROME — Italy said Friday it plans to discuss the arrest warrants issued by the International Criminal Court over the Israel-Hamas war when it hosts Group of Seven foreign ministers next week. Premier Giorgia Meloni insisted that one point remained clear for Italy: “There can be no equivalence between the responsibilities of the state of Israel and the terrorist organization of Hamas.” Italy is a founding member of the court and hosted the 1998 Rome conference that gave birth to it. But Meloni’s right-wing government has been a strong supporter of Israel after the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks, while also providing humanitarian aid for Palestinians in Gaza. In a statement Friday, Meloni said Italy would study the reasonings behind the decision to issue arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his former defense minister and Hamas’ military chief. Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said Italy respects the ICC and supports it. “But at the same time we are also convinced that the court must have a judicial role, and should not take up a political role.” Tajani will host G7 foreign ministers Monday and Tuesday outside Rome for the final meeting of the Italian G7 presidency. “As far as decisions are concerned, we will take them together with our allies,” Tajani said. During the G7 meetings, “we will talk about this with my allies there, and we will see what to do next.” Another member of the governing coalition, the outspoken Transport Minister Matteo Salvini was more defiant in supporting Israel. “If Netanyahu comes to Italy he will be welcomed,” Salvini was quoted by Italian media as saying. This item has been updated to correct that Salvini spoke of a potential Netanyahu visit to Italy, not Israel. ROME — Four Italian soldiers were slightly injured after two exploding rockets hit the United Nations' peacekeeping mission base on Friday in Chamaa in southern Lebanon, Italy's defense ministry said. Initial information suggested that two rockets hit a bunker and a room of the mission base, damaging the surrounding infrastructure, the ministry said. Shattered glass hit the four soldiers. The incident was the latest in which UN peacekeeping posts have been hit since Israel began its ground invasion of Lebanon on Oct. 1, leaving a number of peacekeepers wounded. Defence Minister Guido Crosetto called Friday's attack “intolerable.” He said he will try to speak to the new Israeli Defense Minister to ask him “to avoid using the UNIFIL bases as a shield.” Crosetto said the conditions of the four Italian soldiers “did not cause concern.” He reiterated that the Italian contingent remains in southern Lebanon “to offer a window of opportunity for peace and cannot become hostage to militia attacks.” Italy’s Premier Giorgia Meloni on Friday said she learned about the new attack with “deep indignation and concern.” Meloni reiterated that “such attacks are unacceptable,” renewing her appeal for the parties on the ground “to guarantee, at all times, the safety of UNIFIL soldiers and to collaborate to quickly identify those responsible.” GENEVA — The World Health Organization says nearly half of the attacks on health care in Lebanon have been deadly since the Middle East conflict erupted in October last year, the highest such rate anywhere in the world. The U.N. health agency says 65 out of 137, or 47%, of recorded “attacks on health care” in Lebanon over that time period have proven fatal to at least one person, and often many more. WHO’s running global tally counts attacks, whether deliberate or not, that affect places like hospitals, clinics, medical transport, and warehouses for medical supplies, as well as medics, doctors, nurses and the patients they treat. Nearly half of attacks on health care in Lebanon since last October and the majority of deaths occurred since an intensified Israeli military campaign began against Hezbollah militants in the country two months ago. The health agency said 226 health workers and patients have been killed and 199 injured in Lebanon between Oct. 7, 2023 and this Monday. JERUSALEM — Israel’s new defense minister said Friday that he would stop issuing warrants to arrest West Bank settlers or hold them without charge or trial — a largely symbolic move that rights groups said risks emboldening settler violence in the Israeli-occupied territory. Israel Katz called the arrest warrants “severe” and said issuing them was “inappropriate” as Palestinian militant attacks on settlers in the territory grow more frequent. He said settlers could be “brought to justice” in other ways. The move protects Israeli settlers from being held in “administrative detention,” a shadowy form of incarceration where people are held without charge or trial. Settlers are rarely arrested in the West Bank, where settler violence against Palestinians has spiraled since the outbreak of the war Oct. 7. Katz’s decision was celebrated by far-right coalition allies of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. National Security Minister and settler firebrand Itamar Ben-Gvir applauded Katz and called the move a “correction of many years of mistreatment” and “justice for those who love the land.” Since Oct. 7, 2023, violence toward Palestinians by Israeli settlers has soared to new heights, displacing at least 19 entire Palestinian communities, according to Israeli rights group Peace Now. In that time, attacks by Palestinian militants on settlers and within Israel have also grown more common. An increasing number of Palestinians have been placed in administrative detention. Israel holds 3,443 administrative detainees in prison, according to data from the Israeli Prison Service, reported by rights group Hamoked. That figure stood around 1,200 just before the start of the war. The vast majority of them are Palestinian, with only a handful at any given time Israeli Jews, said Jessica Montell, the director of Hamoked. “All of these detentions without charge or trial are illegitimate, but to declare that this measure will only be used against Palestinians...is to explicitly entrench another form of ethnic discrimination,” said Montell. BERLIN — A German official has suggested that his country would be reluctant to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on a warrant issued by the International Criminal Court. The ICC’s warrants for Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant put Germany, a staunch ally of Israel, in an awkward position. The government said in a statement Friday that it is one of the ICC’s biggest supporters, but “at the same time, it is a consequence of German history that unique relations and a great responsibility connect us with Israel.” The government said it takes note of the arrest warrants and that “we will examine conscientiously the domestic steps.” It said that any further steps would only be an issue if a visit by Netanyahu or Gallant were “foreseeable.” Government spokesperson Steffen Hebestreit was pressed repeatedly at a regular news conference on whether it would be conceivable to arrest an Israeli prime minister. He replied: "It’s hard for me to imagine that we would carry out arrests in Germany on this basis.” Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov on Friday refused to comment on the International Criminal Court’s arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and others, saying that the court's rulings are “insignificant” for Russia, which doesn’t recognizes the court’s jurisdiction. The ICC last year issued an arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin and a number of other top Russian officials, accusing them of war crimes in Ukraine. The Kremlin has brushed off the warrants, saying that in Moscow’s eyes they’re “null and void.” Asked if the ICC warrants for Netanyahu and others can help resolve the tensions in the Middle East, Peskov said: “Well, in general, the actions of the ICC are unlikely to help anything. That’s the first thing. And secondly, we don’t see any point in commenting on this in any way, because for us these rulings are insignificant.” DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip — Large crowds of displaced people crammed themselves in front of a bakery in the Gaza Strip for the second day in a row, desperate to get their share of bread after bakeries closed for five days due to a flour shortage and the lack of aid. “I am a 61-year-old man. This is the third day that I have come to Zadna Bakery and I still cannot get bread ... I have children to feed,” said Majdi Yaghi, a displaced man from Gaza City. The price of a small bag of pita bread increased to $16 by Friday, a stark increase from about 80 cents last month. A bag of pasta now costs $4 and a small bag of sugar costs nearly $14. That has left many Palestinian families surviving on one meal a day and reliant on charitable kitchens to survive. In Khan Younis, women and children lined up at the al-Dalu charitable kitchen for bulgur, the only food available at the makeshift charity. One of the workers there, Anas al-Dalu, told the AP that they cook ten pots every day of either rice, beans, or bulgur. But that hardly fills the need for the thousands of people displaced in the area. “The charity here is in a difficult situation. It is a drop in the ocean, and there is no aid or charities. There is nothing," said Nour Kanani, a displaced man from Khan Younis. “It is a crisis in every sense of the word. There is no flour, no charities, and no food.” BEIRUT — Israeli troops fought fierce battles with Hezbollah fighters on Friday in different areas in south Lebanon, including a coastal town that is home to the headquarters of U.N. peacekeepers. A spokesperson for the U.N. peacekeeping force known as UNIFIL told The Associated Press that they are monitoring “heavy clashes” in the coastal town of Naqoura and the village of Chamaa to the northeast. UNIFIL’s headquarters are located in Naqoura in Lebanon’s southern edge close to the border with Israel. “We are aware of heavy shelling in the vicinity of our bases,” UNIFIL spokesperson Andrea Tenenti said. Asked if the peacekeepers and staff at the headquarters are safe, Tenenti said: “Yes for the moment.” Several UNIFIL posts have been hit since Israel began its ground invasion of Lebanon on Oct. 1, leaving a number of peacekeepers wounded.Future Vision II Acquisition Corp. Announces Entering into Amendment No. 1 to Merger Agreement with Viwo Technology Inc.
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A big battery will plug into the solar corridor to the south of Canberra, with the profits to go to the taxpayer in a revenue-sharing first. or signup to continue reading Located next to existing powerlines and solar farms, construction has begun on Eku Energy's $400 million project that will bring 200 jobs for local tradies. The 250 megawatt/500 MW hour Williamsdale battery energy storage system located 35km south of Canberra will store enough renewable energy to power one-third of the capital for two hours during peak demand periods when it comes online in 2026. A critical energy asset for greater energy security and a bulwark against future price spikes, it is also a crucial step in the fight against climate change, according to ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr. Importantly, a revenue-sharing deal means profits from the project will flow to the ACT and pay for more clean energy and other services for a growing population, he said in Williamsdale. "That is an important principle for our community, who want to see investment in renewable energy and battery storage not only supporting the effectiveness and reliability of our energy network but generating revenue." Recently re-elected and already the nation's longest-serving political leader, Mr Barr says the revenue-sharing model could be extended nationally as a good template for government procurement. Working with Evoenergy, Tesla Energy and the Australian Energy Market Operator, the Williamsdale battery will also be part of the NSW energy market and the broader east coast energy market. "The electrons flow in real time so what we would be replacing is the next most expensive form of generation when we dispatch," Eku Energy chief executive Daniel Burrows told AAP. It will provide additional supply when the market is tight, which should help lower wholesale prices and support making more clean energy available when it is required, he said. The battery will also provide more grid security by responding within milliseconds to demand and storing energy when it is abundant. "What we have in Australia is a prevalence of distributed energy - rooftop solar, large-scale wind and batteries - and a reasonably sophisticated grid," Mr Burrows said. "As we're doing business all around the world, other businesses, other governments, other industry players are looking to what happens here as to how we might manage the energy transition." Not a player in a nuclear energy future, he says Eku Energy focuses on projects that are "genuinely the most cost-effective and will stand the test of time". A $500 million set up by the company will be available to eligible local non-profit organisations for employment and education, social and environment initiatives. Another $500,000 will go to an Australian National University program that has been a testing ground for neighbourhood batteries and other technology. "Research funding in this area helps ensure we remain at the forefront of advancing technology for a clean energy future," Battery Storage and Grid Integration Program co-director Heather Logie says. Minister for Climate Change, Environment, Energy and Water Suzanne Orr donned high-vis gear to shovel dirt alongside Mr Barr in her first public engagement in her new portfolio. Simon Corbell, the architect of the ACT's clean energy transition as a Labor minister more than a decade ago, is one of her heroes, she told AAP. "Everyone has a different journey in coming to politics and mine has definitely been flavoured by the environmental movement," she said. Ms Orr, first elected in 2016, replaced former energy and emissions reduction minister Greens Leader Shane Rattenbury in the new government that has taken power without the ACT Greens as a partner. Canberra has already achieved a nation-leading 100 per cent renewable electricity supply and the ACT is aiming for net-zero emissions by 2045. The territory is phasing out household gas, with support for households to buy new appliances, electric vehicles, solar panels and batteries. But Ms Orr said the next stage of the transition will be more than "care and maintenance" of what has already been achieved. "I don't think anyone wants to rest on their laurels," she said. The Big Canberra Battery project that Mr Barr began as climate action minister will include the large-scale system in Williamsdale and neighbourhood-scale batteries at nine government sites. 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. 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Ludhiana: A burglar broke into a residence in Labour colony of Jawahar Nagar and stole cash and gold items. The family had recently celebrated a wedding, which explained the presence of gold ornaments in the house. The incident occurred when the family was away. When the family returned on Friday afternoon, they discovered their house had been burgled and valuables missing. Sahil Kumar, a newlywed, reported that gold worth Rs 4 lakh and cash had been stolen. tnn We also published the following articles recently Gold ornaments worth lakhs snatched from jeweller In a brazen daylight robbery, two motorcycle-riding thieves snatched a bag containing over 500 grams of gold ornaments, worth lakhs, from a jewelry shop owner in Rayagada district, Odisha. The incident occurred Monday morning as the owner, Santosh Kumar Sahoo, was preparing to open his shop. 21 lakh cash, jewelry stolen during wedding During a wedding ceremony in Lucknow on Monday, a bag containing Rs 18 lakh in cash and Rs 3 lakh worth of jewelry was stolen. The groom's father, Sanjay Baijal, filed a complaint alleging the lawn manager and staff orchestrated the theft. The bag, which also contained a Samsung phone, was taken from a sofa around 11 pm. Maharashtra CM swearing-in: Rs 12 lakh worth gold chains, phones stolen at Azad Maidan During the recent swearing-in ceremony of Maharashtra's chief minister and deputy chief ministers at Azad Maidan, valuables worth Rs 12.4 lakh were stolen amidst a crowd of thousands. Despite a 4,000-strong police presence, thieves targeted attendees exiting through gate 2, making off with gold chains, mobile phones, and wallets. Stay updated with the latest news on Times of India . Don't miss daily games like Crossword , Sudoku , and Mini Crossword .‘Malcolm in the Middle’ Revival Ordered with Frankie Muniz, Bryan Cranston, Jane KaczmarekHoliday cooking can feel like a high-stakes game, especially when juggling multiple dishes, guests with dietary restrictions, and kids who just won't listen when you say, "Get out of the kitchen!" As a culinary professional, I know holiday feasts can be as daunting as a busy night on the line, but it doesn't have to be. Recently, I asked the BuzzFeed Community to share with me, a culinary school graduate and experienced cook, what they were worried about while cooking during the holidays. Their responses gave me ample opportunity to offer some advice and kitchen wisdom that might take some stress out of holiday hosting! 1. Q: "I always make WAY too much food. How do you decide which dishes you're going to cook for Thanksgiving? I usually make everything I can think of, and we end up with leftovers until the New Year, but I always worry about pleasing everyone." — rnd13001 A: Thanksgiving leftover sandwiches are one of my favorite parts of the holiday season — but having leftovers until New Year’s? That’s a bit much! As someone with a background in hospitality, I get the desire to take care of everyone and make them happy. But remember, your guests are just that — guests. As the host, focus on making dishes that excite you for the Thanksgiving table. Most people are simply grateful to be welcomed into a home and treated to a meal! Instead of cooking “everything you can think of,” go into the holiday with a plan — or, more specifically, a menu plan. Here’s an example menu: Once you know how many guests to expect, choose an appropriately sized turkey (or whatever main dish you plan to serve). A good rule of thumb is about 1.5 pounds of turkey per person. To keep guests happy while you finish preparing dinner, a cheese and charcuterie board is a simple, crowd-pleasing appetizer. For the board, pick one firm cheese like manchego and one soft cheese like Camembert*; add a cured sausage like soppressata, a cured meat like bresaola, and some fall fruits like sliced apples or figs. I prefer serving these with torn or sliced fresh bread rather than a variety of crackers — fresh bread is visually inviting and avoids leaving you with half-empty boxes of stale crackers after the holidays. For the main meal, serving one main dish with three sides, a sauce, and some kind of bread offers guests plenty of options to mix and match without overwhelming yourself. As for dessert, pie is a must on Thanksgiving in my book. When I host, I always bake an apple pie, but desserts are also a great thing to outsource! If a guest offers to bring something, suggesting a dessert is an easy way to lighten your load. *Both cheeses can easily be swapped for plant-based alternatives to accommodate vegan or dairy-free guests! 2. Q: "Every year for Thanksgiving, I cook my family's dressing and deep fry a turkey, and my wife makes her family recipe for carrot puff (it's closer to a sugary dessert that nearly everyone raves about). However, I try to make something different and more innovative each year. For instance, a few Thanksgivings back, I made green bean steamed dumplings with a creamy mushroom sauce (my take on green bean casserole). I am struggling this year to come up with something, and I suspect the family will expect me to produce another different dish, but I am at a loss this season. Any ideas?" —Harry, Alexandria, 51 A: I love having both annual cooking traditions and new, creative dishes at the Thanksgiving table! If you are looking for an unexpected vegetable side dish that is still cozy and indulgent, as all great Thanksgiving dishes should be, I would recommend something like these pomegranate-glazed Brussels sprouts, which I made for Thanksgiving last year. To make Pomegranate-Glazed Brussel Sprouts for 8 people, I trimmed and halved 2 lbs. sprouts and roasted them with roughly 3 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 teaspoon of kosher salt on a sheet pan in a 400°F oven for about 30 minutes until tender, giving the pan a shake every 10 minutes or so. While the sprouts roasted, I made the glaze in a saucepan over medium heat, pouring 2 tablespoons of olive oil into the pan. Once the oil began to shimmer, I added a teaspoon of finely minced garlic and 1 teaspoon of ground Aleppo pepper. I stirred to coat the garlic and chili in oil before turning off the heat and adding 1/3 cup of pomegranate molasses and 2 tablespoons of honey. I poured this glaze over the roasted sprouts and tossed them before tasting and seasoning them with more salt. I garnished it with fresh pomegranates and served it! Note: The glaze is delicious but thin, and may pool towards the bottom; make sure to serve with a large spoon to scoop up all that pomegranate-y goodness! 3. Q: "If you could help with dinner rolls that don't come out dense and potato chip-like, I would appreciate it. Thanks." —Harry, Alexandria, 51 A: Let’s make sure your rolls come out fluffy and golden this time! Before you dive into your next bread project, check your yeast. Fresh active dry yeast is key — when activated with warm water, it produces carbon dioxide, which helps the dough rise. Expired yeast, however, won’t do the job, leaving you with a dense, hard dough like the one you're describing. Once you have some fresh yeast, get started on this dinner roll recipe by Tasty. I love it for two reasons: First, it’s an enriched dough, meaning it includes fat and protein-rich ingredients like dairy and eggs. These enrichments enhance the flavor, moisture, and structure, giving the rolls a tender, pillowy texture and a lightly buttery taste. Second, this recipe is quick. It can be made from start to finish in under three hours! For that perfect finishing touch, an egg wash creates a gorgeous golden crust and doubles as a glue for any toppings you’d like to sprinkle on. One reviewer jazzed up their rolls with honey, sesame, and poppy seeds. 98% of people say they would make these rolls again, and the recipe has hundreds of positive reviews. Definitely give this one a shot! 4. Q: "How to make the perfect, basic, 'even a fool couldn't mess up' turkey?" —Karen, Texas, 24 A: Do not let the turkey intimidate you! I find that, as in most things in life, success in the kitchen is 40% knowledge and 60% mindset. Attack prepping and roasting the turkey with confidence, and a plan, and dinner guests will sing your poultry cooking praises! But you want advice from a chef, not a life coach, so here are some practical tips for a good turkey. My first recommendation is to start early. Prepping your turkey a day ahead is the key to juicy, flavorful meat; brining is the magic trick. A brine , either wet or dry, seasons the turkey and helps retain moisture during roasting. For a dry brine (the most effective and easiest method, in my opinion): Rub kosher salt (not table salt, as it's too refined and concentrated) all over a turkey and let it rest uncovered in the fridge overnight. And don't just take my word for why dry-brining is so great; back in 2015, BuzzFeed conducted a blind taste test of turkeys and found dry-brining made the best turkey. For a wet brine: Soak the turkey overnight (up to 24 hours) in a solution of water, salt, and optional seasonings like apple cider vinegar or herbs. While effective in imparting flavor, this method takes more space in the fridge and a bit more effort than a dry brine. I love Samin Nosrat's buttermilk brine method. More turkey tips in the following question! 5. Q: "I’ve been in charge of cooking Thanksgiving dinner since my grandma passed away two years ago. How do I cook the perfect turkey that’s juicy and not dry?" —Anonymous A: As mentioned above, brining is a great first step to making a great turkey, but there are a few additional tricks to keep it moist. One of my favorites is coating the bird in a compound butter.* Rubbing the butter underneath the turkey's skin infuses the meat with flavor and moisture as it cooks. The butter melts and bastes the meat from the inside, while the skin keeps it locked in, preventing it from dripping off. This Tasty recipe breaks down the step-by-step process. *Compound butter is made of soft butter combined with aromatic ingredients, like citrus zest, herbs, and spices. Also, I strongly suggest having a calibrated meat thermometer on hand during roasting. I was taught to cook to temperature, not time, which I always recommend. Depending on the size of your turkey and the oven you're using, the bird may take more or less time than a recipe states. Check the thickest part of the thigh, breast, and wing periodically as the turkey roasts. Poultry should reach 165°F, but pull the bird out at 157-160°F — it will rise to perfection as it rests (we call this carryover cooking ). I like to start roasting my turkey in a hot oven at 425°F for the first 30 minutes, then lower the temperature to 325°F for the remainder of the cooking time. This initial burst of heat helps develop a beautiful, golden exterior while speeding up the cooking process. Lowering the heat afterward ensures the interior cooks evenly and stays moist without overcooking or burning the skin. 6. Q: "What’s the best seasoning for the turkey?" —Anonymous A: When it comes to seasoning your turkey, fresh, woody herbs like thyme, sage, and rosemary are classics for a reason — they add depth and warmth that pair beautifully with poultry. Layering herbs with other seasonings is key to a standout savory turkey. Lemon zest adds a bright, citrusy kick, minced garlic for savory richness, and a touch of Dijon mustard to add tang and complexity. Black pepper and kosher salt are essential for bringing out all the flavors, and a hint of nutmeg or allspice can add more warmth and spice that's perfect for the season. There are so many flavor profiles to try; turkey is a savory blank slate, so feel free to get creative! Sumac and coriander? Star anise and soy? Fennel, apple, and allspice? It's your turkey; make it special! 7. Q: "How often should you baste the turkey?" —Anonymous A: Here's my hot take: You don't need to baste your turkey. I'll butter-baste a filet of beef or cod in a pan, but basting doesn't really contribute much moisture or flavor to an oven-roasted turkey. Plus, it can be dangerous! Opening a sweltering oven repeatedly to ladle sizzling fat and juices onto a heavy bird is not worth the risk. Plus, if you're anything like me, once the turkey is in the oven, you'll want to focus on the side dishes. If you are worried about going baste-free, try Martha Stewart's cheesecloth hack. Soak a square of cheesecloth large enough to cover your turkey in butter and white wine, and then cover your brined and buttered turkey in the soaked cheesecloth. The extra layer of fatty protection can help the bird retain moisture while allowing the skin to brown. This method has also gone TikTok-viral in the past few years. 8. Q: "What drink goes best with a Thanksgiving meal?" —Anonymous A: Festive mocktails and cocktails can elevate any Thanksgiving gathering, especially as a pre-dinner treat. The Rosemary Pom Spritzer, featured in our November recipe roundup , is the perfect drink to set the holiday mood. This versatile option can be enjoyed as a mocktail or easily transformed into a cocktail by adding an ounce of gin to the glass. For wine lovers, a dry Riesling or Pinot Grigio are good choices, as both pair beautifully with turkey and often offer great value. If you'd like to offer red wine as well, consider a Beaujolais — a Thanksgiving classic — or Lambrusco, a sparkling red I can only describe as flirty. These selections are sure to delight your guests and complement the holiday feast. 9. Q: "How do you make your own cranberry sauce?" —Anonymous A: I am in the homemade cranberry sauce camp because it is easy to make ahead of the big day, takes just a few minutes and fewer ingredients, and yields a much tastier product than the canned stuff! I make cranberry sauce the same way I make other fruit jams. First, zest and juice two oranges. Then, in a heavy-bottomed* saucepan, I combine one 12-ounce bag of fresh (or frozen) cranberries with a cup of sugar, the orange juice, and a 1/4 teaspoon of kosher salt. A cinnamon stick or sprig of thyme would add another lovely aroma to this sauce, but it isn't necessary. *Why do I use a heavy-bottomed saucepan? Because sugar can burn quickly when in direct contact with heat (in this case, a gas stove flame), and the thick metal prevents certain parts of the pan from scorching the sauce. 10. Q: "What's the best recipe for a simple pumpkin pie? I have a version that I absolutely love — it's a buttermilk pumpkin pie with streusel topping — but unfortunately, this year, it has been requested that I do something 'simpler.' Should I use my beloved recipe and just leave off the topping, or can you suggest something equally scrumptious?" —Anonymous A: Your special pumpkin pie recipe sounds DELICIOUS! If you have many guests coming, perhaps you could make double the pie filling and serve one pie with the streusel, and one without. While it's nice to accommodate the guests, as the host, you should make the food you want to eat the most! Especially around the holidays! Still, if you're looking to try a different classic pumpkin pie recipe, try this Old-Fashioned Pumpkin Pie . Evaporated milk is the key ingredient in the pumpkin filling, ensuring a luscious custard that holds its shape when cut. While the crust in this recipe uses shortening, you can easily substitute it for butter! What are your holiday cooking questions? Drop your queries and holiday conundrums in the comments or anonymously with this form .
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A team that previously boycotted at least one match against the San Jose State women’s volleyball program will again be faced with the decision whether to play the school , this time in the Mountain West Conference semifinals with a shot at the NCAA Tournament on the line. Five schools forfeited matches in the regular season against San Jose State, which carried a No. 2 seed into the conference tournament in Las Vegas. Among those schools: No. 3 Utah State and No. 6 Boise State, who will face off Wednesday with the winner scheduled to play the Spartans in the semifinals on Friday. Wyoming, Nevada and Southern Utah — which is not a Mountain West member — also canceled regular-season matches, all without explicitly saying why they were forfeiting. Nevada players cited fairness in women’s sports as a reason to boycott their match, while political figures from Wyoming, Idaho, Utah and Nevada suggested the cancellations center around protecting women’s sports. In a lawsuit filed against the NCAA , plaintiffs cited unspecified reports asserting there was a transgender player on the San Jose State volleyball team, even naming her. While some media have reported those and other details, neither San Jose State nor the forfeiting teams have confirmed the school has a trans women’s volleyball player. The Associated Press is withholding the player’s name because she has not publicly commented on her gender identity and through school officials has declined an interview request. RELATED COVERAGE CalHOPE Courage Award winners Gayles, Daniel-Dalton overcame physical and mental health struggles UCLA extends athletic director Martin Jarmond’s contract to 2029 The state that cleared the way for sports gambling now may ban ‘prop’ bets on college athletes A judge on Monday rejected a request made by nine current conference players to block the San Jose State player from competing in the tournament on grounds that she is transgender. That ruling was upheld Tuesday by an appeals court. “The team looks forward to starting Mountain West Conference tournament competition on Friday,” San Jose State said in a statement issued after the appeals court decision. “The university maintains an unwavering commitment to the participation, safety and privacy of all students at San Jose State and ensuring they are able to compete in an inclusive, fair and respectful environment.” Chris Kutz, a Boise State athletics spokesman, said in an email the university would not “comment on potential matchups at this time.” Doug Hoffman, an Aggies athletics spokesman, said in an email Utah State is reviewing the court’s order. “Right now, our women’s volleyball program is focused on the game this Wednesday, and we’ll be cheering them on,” Hoffman wrote. San Jose State, which had a first-round bye, would be sent directly to the conference title game if Utah State or Boise State were to forfeit again. If the Spartans make the title game, it’s likely the opponent would not forfeit. They would face top-seeded Colorado State, No. 4 Fresno State or No. 5 San Diego State — all teams that played the Spartans this season. The conference champion receives an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament. ___ AP college sports: https://apnews.com/hub/college-sports
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on Sunday blamed former Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud for the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi’s poor showing in the assembly election. If Chandrachud had delivered a timely verdict on the disqualification cases of MLAs, the situation would not have unfolded the way it did, he said. The former CJI had removed the fear of the law from politicians who defected from parties, Raut said. The Sena (UBT) leader’s statement came after his party faced a severe drubbing in the assembly election, winning only 20 out of 95 seats it contested as part of the MVA. The performance of the party’s alliance partners was no better, with the Congress winning only 16 out of 101 seats and NCP (SP) getting only 10 out of 86 seats it contested. Raut alleged, “He [Chandrachud] has removed the fear of the law from defectors. His name will be written in black letters in history.” Following the split in the undivided Shiv Sena in 2022, the party’s faction headed by Uddhav Thackeray filed petitions in the Supreme Court on the disqualification of MLAs who defected along with Eknath Shinde. The apex court put the onus on the assembly speaker to decide on the disqualification petitions, which he did earlier this year, declaring the Sena bloc led by Shinde as the “real political party”. Raut alleged that the results of the election were pre-decided. If the then CJI had decided on the disqualification petitions on time, the outcome would have been different, he said. “The result was already decided, and the voting was just a formality. If DY Chandrachud had given a timely ruling on the disqualification of MLAs, this situation would never have happened. If you weren’t going to deliver the judgment, then why did you sit in that chair?" Raut questioned. “DY Chandrachud may be a good professor or a speaker, but as chief justice, he did not make constitutional decisions. History will not forgive him for this. Had Chandrachud delivered the right judgment, the political landscape in Maharashtra would have been very different. The situation we see today would not have occurred,” he said. “We are sad but not disappointed. We will not leave the fight incomplete. Division of votes was also a factor, and the RSS played an important role in the election. The poisonous campaign impacted us negatively,” Raut said. Turning his attention to the formation of the new government, Raut suggested that the chief minister of Mahayuti would be decided by the Gujarat “lobby” rather than the people of Maharashtra. He warned that if the swearing-in ceremony were held outside Maharashtra, particularly in Gujarat, it would be a disrespect to the state’s culture. “If the oath-taking ceremony happens in Gujarat instead of Maharashtra, their people will be happy. But if it takes place at Shivtirtha, it would be an insult to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Similarly, if it happens at Wankhede Stadium, it will insult the martyrs of Maharashtra," Raut argued.
MADRID (AP) — Real Valladolid beat Valencia 1-0 and rose off the bottom of La Liga on Friday. Moroccan forward Anuar scored with a solo effort after 19 minutes. “It’s a sense of relief because we needed the three points,” Anuar said on broadcaster DAZN. “It was like a final, and fortunately, we managed to come out on top.” Valladolid’s Juanmi Latasa was sent off 12 minutes from time after a video review showed he used an elbow, but the home side managed to hold on for the win against a toothless rival. It was a welcome three points for caretaker coach Álvaro Rubio and his first since replacing Paulo Pezzolano, who was fired at the start of December. Valencia replaced Valladolid on the bottom of the table. Valencia has only two wins in 15 league games, but two games in hand. ___ AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccerAAI seeks pre-feasibility report for Bhagalpur airport
A fuming Vice President Sara Duterte cursed President Marcos, First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos and House Speaker Martin Romualdez as she held a midnight press conference on Saturday, Nov. 23. Duterte fumed over the political persecution that the Office of the Vice President (OVP) is currently experiencing from the administration and dug up the supposed "lies" that Marcos, her running mate during the elections, had said only to secure the votes of the people. Duterte claimed Marcos lied when he promised the people that he could sell the rice at P20 per kilo. "Either he did not know what he's talking about, he's so incompetent or he was lying to his teeth to get the votes of people," she said. "P*tangina ninyong lahat, Martin Romualdez, Liza Marcos, Bongbong Marcos," a visibly angry Duterte added. The Vice President cursed Marcos' wife, Liza, again as she remembered the controversial white envelopes that Department of Education (DepEd) officials supposedly received from the OVP. She claimed Liza had prior knowledge about the said envelope. "Ginigitgit nyo 'yung mga tao ko dyan sa envelop na yan. Liza Marcos, naalala mo nagpadala ka sakin ng video sinabihan mo ako saan kukunin ang pera? (You are persecuting my people because of that envelop. Liza Marcos, do you remember sending me a video asking me where to get the money?)" she said. "P*tangina mo ka. Wala ka ngang posisyon sa gobyerno, namimigay ka ng pera ng gobyerno eh (You do not even have a position in the government but you're giving out money)," she added. The Vice President also cursed at Manila 3rd District Rep. Joel Chua, who ordered the detention of her chief of staff, Zuleika Lopez, at the House of Representatives and the late night transfer of Lopez to another facility. "They started destroying my name, pummeling me in the media with the multi-million PR campaign. Binastos nila ako ng mga pagsisinungaling nila na kesyo taksil, kesyo korap, abusado (They disrespected with the lies that I am a traitor, a corrupt and an abuser)," she said. "'Yung mga congressman na yan na nag-hehearing, ano ang sinasabi nila pagkatapos... pasensya na kayo ha kailangan kasi namin ng pera mag-eeleksyon na...P*angina , di mo pala gusto ginagawa mo eh bakit mo sinisira pangalan ko Joel Chua? (Those congressmen who are conducting hearings, what are they saying after? They're sorry because they have to do it for money? If you do not like what you're doing, why are you tainting my name, Joel Chua?)" she added. Duterte appeared at the midnight press conference that was initially held for Lopez. This came after Lopez said several individuals barged into her detention room in the middle of the night and attempted to transfer her to the Women's Correctional Facility in Mandaluyong City, as ordered by Chua. Duterte, who requested to stay at the House compound to join Lopez, was serving as the latter's current legal counsel following the incident. Duterte then asked the administration to end their "show" at the House so the OVP can finally continue its responsibilities. "Ang gusto ko lang tapusin ninyo na yang puk*ng*nang show ninyo dyan sa House of Representatives para makabalik na kami sa trabaho namin (I just want you to end your g*dd*mn show there at the House of Representatives so we can continue with our job)," she said.Imagine climbing to the top of Hollywood, making millions and living a life that screams "success" – then walking away from it all to live in a trailer park. It sounds like the plot of a quirky indie film. Still, it's the real-life story of Tom Shadyac, the director behind some of Hollywood's most iconic comedies, including Ace Ventura: Pet Detective and Bruce Almighty. Shadyac didn't just flirt with success ; he made a fortune off it. His films have grossed over $2 billion worldwide. He directed blockbusters like The Nutty Professor and Liar Liar, working with megastars like Jim Carrey and Eddie Murphy. Shadyac's net worth was around $50 million at his peak. According to Celebrity Net Worth in 2024, he owned a sprawling 17,000-square-foot mansion, a private jet and enough exotic cars to make Jay Leno jealous. And yet, Shadyac claims, "I was my least successful when I ‘had it all.'" Don't Miss: Maker of the $60,000 foldable home has 3 factory buildings, 600+ houses built, and big plans to solve housing — you can become an investor for $0.80 per share today. ‘Scrolling To UBI' — Deloitte's #1 fastest-growing software company allows users to earn money on their phones. The deadline to invest and receive your shares this year is 12/20. Join 30,000+ shareholders and invest at $0.26/share today. So, what makes a man trade in a mansion for a 1,000-square-foot double-wide in a Malibu trailer park? Shadyac started in Hollywood as a joke writer for Bob Hope, but his big break came with Ace Ventura: Pet Detective in 1994. The film, made on a modest $15 million budget, grossed over $100 million and turned Jim Carrey into a household name. From there, Shadyac's career skyrocketed. He directed hit after hit: The Nutty Professor ($273 million worldwide), Liar Liar ($302 million) and Bruce Almighty ($485 million). For Bruce Almighty, Shadyac even negotiated a piece of the back-end profits, raking in over $30 million for that film alone. At the time, Shadyac was living the ultimate Hollywood dream. But it wasn't long before the dream started feeling more like a trap. See Also: It’s no wonder Jeff Bezos holds over $70 million in art — this alternative asset has outpaced the S&P 500 since 1995, delivering an average annual return of 11.4%. Here’s how everyday investors are getting started. In 2007, Shadyac's life took a dramatic turn. A biking accident left him with a severe concussion and chronic symptoms like migraines and hypersensitivity to light and sound. For months, he was essentially confined to his mansion, his mental health spiraling. He later admitted, "I felt suicidal at points. It was a disaster." During this dark time, Shadyac had an epiphany. His extravagant lifestyle – private jets, luxury cars, a massive home – felt hollow. The things that were supposed to signify success had become "trappings." Shadyac decided to give away his fortune in a move that shocked Hollywood. He sold his mansion, his cars and his jet. He then started donating millions to causes close to his heart , like homelessness, environmental conservation and animal welfare. He even helped fund a homeless shelter in Charlottesville, Virginia and supported St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital. Trending: Are you rich? Here’s what Americans think you need to be considered wealthy. Shadyac moved into a trailer park in Malibu, where his modest home stands in dramatic contrast to the lives of Hollywood's elite. He says the decision was liberating: "The more I give away, the wealthier I feel. For everything I ‘gave up,' so much more was returned." Shadyac didn't just change his ZIP code; he changed his entire worldview. In 2011, he directed I Am, a documentary exploring two fundamental questions: "What's wrong with the world?" and "What can we do about it?" The film examines the pursuit of happiness and the consequences of excessive materialism. He executive-produced Happy, another documentary examining what brings joy across different cultures. These projects reflect Shadyac's belief that life isn't about accumulating wealth but building connections and giving back. Trending: These five entrepreneurs are worth $223 billion – they all believe in one platform that offers a 7-9% target yield with monthly dividends As he puts it: "No one is ever looking to have a more robust IRA when they are on their deathbed. They are saying, ‘I am so happy that I had the opportunity to love this family, to be a part of something.'" Shadyac's story reminds us that success isn't just about what you earn; it's about what you give back. While his Hollywood peers chase box office records and six-figure paychecks, Shadyac has found peace in simplicity. It's easy to dismiss his decision as extreme, but Shadyac sees it differently. To him, living a life centered on giving and purpose is far more fulfilling than jet-setting and luxury cars. "The trappings of fame and fortune are exactly that – a trapping," he says. From the director's chair to a double-wide in Malibu, Tom Shadyac has proved that happiness isn't about having it all but knowing what truly matters. 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