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In a landmark moment for Africa’s creative and tech industries, Singapore’s TSC Global and Nigeria’s Del-York Group have signed a $4.5 billion joint venture agreement for the Lagos Film City, marking the largest investment in Africa’s creative sector to date. The signing ceremony, held in Singapore and attended virtually by Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, heralds the development of Lagos Film City (Kebulania), a project poised to position Lagos as a global hub for film, media, and technology. Sanwo-Olu said: “Lagos Film City represents Lagos State’s vision for creative excellence and technological innovation. This investment will transform our creative landscape while creating groundbreaking opportunities for our talented youth. This development demonstrates our commitment to positioning Lagos as Africa’s premier creative capital.” He credited President Bola Tinubu’s leadership and the state’s Creative Industry Policy for facilitating this transformative partnership. Under the new partnership, TSC Global will bring its expertise in sustainable, high-performance technical infrastructure, an area where the company is known globally. Linus Idahosa, CEO of Del-York Group, serves as the lead developer of the project and is dedicated to building ecosystems that fuel Africa’s creative industry. A Memorandum of Understanding was signed with the Lagos State Government in 2022, and a groundbreaking ceremony was held at the Epe site last year. Architectural work will begin in early 2025, followed by construction in the second quarter. On his part, Chairman/CEO of Del-York Group, Linus Idahosa, said: “Today marks Africa’s emphatic entry into global creative and technological leadership.” “Kebulania stands as a testament to what is possible when visionary leadership at both national and state levels creates an enabling environment for transformative investments. With the unwavering support of the Lagos State Government, alongside our partners, we are building more than an infrastructure – we are creating a legacy that will empower generations of African creators and innovators.” CEO of TSC Global, Michael Dickerson, highlighted the strategic significance. “Our $4.5 billion Joint Venture bridges Africa and the world, creating unparalleled opportunities for creative and technological collaboration between continents. Together with the Del-York Group, we are creating a new model for creative industry development that will resonate globally.” The Kebulania project is expected to generate over 10,000 direct jobs and 25,000 indirect employment opportunities, contributing more than $3.5 billion annually to Nigeria’s creative economy. It will also offer 50,000 training positions and boost foreign exchange earnings through international film and media productions.
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Jet crash disaster in South Korea marks another setback for Boeing WASHINGTON (AP) — A machinists strike. Another safety problem involving its troubled top-selling airliner. A plunging stock price. 2024 was already a dispiriting year for Boeing, the American aviation giant. But when one of the company’s jets crash-landed in South Korea on Sunday, killing all but two of the 181 people on board, it brought to a close an especially unfortunate year for Boeing. The cause of the crash remains under investigation, and aviation experts were quick to distinguish Sunday’s incident from the company’s earlier safety problems. Alan Price, an airline consultant, said it would be inappropriate to link the incident Sunday to two fatal crashes involving Boeing’s troubled 737 Max jetliner in 2018 and 2019. 'Sonic 3' and 'Mufasa' battle for No. 1 at the holiday box office Two family films are dominating the holiday box office, with “Sonic the Hedgehog 3” winning the three-day weekend over “Mufasa” by a blue hair. According to studio estimates Sunday, the Sonic movie earned $38 million, while “Mufasa” brought in $37.1 million from theaters in the U.S. and Canada. The R-rated horror “Nosferatu” placed third with an unexpectedly strong $21.2 million. Thanksgiving release holdovers “Wicked” and “Moana 2” rounded out the top five. Christmas Day had several big film openings, including the Bob Dylan biopic “A Complete Unknown,” the Nicole Kidman erotic drama “Babygirl” and the boxing drama “The Fire Inside.” Big Lots reaches deal to keep hundreds of US stores open The discount chain Big Lots has reached a deal that will keep hundreds of its stores open. Big Lots said it will be sold to Gordon Brothers Retail Partners, which specializes in distressed companies. Gordon Brothers will then transfer Big Lots’ stores to other retailers. Variety Wholesalers, which owns more than 400 U.S. discount stores, plans to acquire between 200 and 400 Big Lots stores and operate them under the Big Lots brand. Big Lots filed for bankruptcy protection in September, saying inflation and high interest rates had cut back on consumer demand for its furniture and other products. Charles Dolan, HBO and Cablevision founder, dies at 98 Charles F. Dolan, who founded some of the most prominent U.S. media companies including Home Box Office Inc. and Cablevision Systems Corp., has died at age 98. Newsday reports that a statement issued Saturday by his family says Dolan died of natural causes. Dolan’s legacy in cable broadcasting includes founding HBO in 1972, Cablevision in 1973 and the American Movie Classics television station in 1984. He also launched News 12 in New York City, the first U.S. 24-hour cable channel for local news. Dolan also held controlling stakes in companies that owned Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, the New York Knicks and the New York Rangers. Trump asks Supreme Court to delay TikTok ban so he can weigh in after he takes office President-elect Donald Trump has asked the Supreme Court to pause the potential TikTok ban from going into effect until his administration can pursue a “political resolution” to the issue. Trump's request Friday came as TikTok and the Biden administration filed opposing briefs to the court. Oral arguments are scheduled for Jan. 10 on whether the law, which requires TikTok to divest from its China-based parent company or face a ban, unlawfully restricts speech in violation of the First Amendment. The brief said Trump opposes banning TikTok at this junction and “seeks the ability to resolve the issues at hand through political means once he takes office.” Stock market today: Wall Street slips as the 'Magnificent 7' weighs down the market NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks are closing lower as Wall Street ends a holiday-shortened week on a down note. The S&P 500 fell 1.1% Friday and the Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 333 points, or 0.8%. The Nasdaq composite dropped 1.5%. The “Magnificent 7” stocks weighed on the market, led by declines in Nvidia, Tesla and Microsoft. Even with the loss, the S&P 500 had a modest gain for the week and is still headed for its second consecutive annual gain of more than 20%, the first time that has happened since 1997-1998. The yield on the 10-year Treasury rose to 4.62%. 10 tips from experts to help you change your relationship with money in 2025 NEW YORK (AP) — As the calendar changes to 2025, you might be thinking about how to approach your relationship with money in the new year. Whether you’re saving to move out of your parents’ house or pay off student loan debt, financial resolutions can help you stay motivated. If you’re planning to make financial resolutions for the new year, experts recommend that you start by evaluating the state of your finances in 2024. Then, set specific goals and make sure they’re attainable for your lifestyle. Janet Yellen tells Congress US could hit debt limit in mid-January WASHINGTON (AP) — Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen says her agency will need to start taking “extraordinary measures,” or special accounting maneuvers intended to prevent the nation from hitting the debt ceiling, as early as January 14th, in a letter sent to congressional leaders Friday afternoon. The department has taken such action in the past. But once those measures run out the government risks defaulting on its debt unless lawmakers and the president agree to lift the limit on the U.S. government’s ability to borrow. An online debate over foreign workers in tech shows tensions in Trump's political coalition WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — An online spat between factions of Donald Trump’s supporters over immigration and the tech industry has thrown internal divisions in the president-elect’s political movement into public display. The argument previews fissures and contradictory views his coalition could bring to the White House. The rift laid bare tensions between the newest flank of Trump’s movement — that is, wealthy members of the tech world who want more highly skilled workers in their industry — and people in Trump’s Make America Great Again base who championed his hardline immigration policies. A 9th telecoms firm has been hit by a massive Chinese espionage campaign, the White House says WASHINGTON (AP) — A top White House official says a ninth U.S. telecoms firm has been confirmed to have been hacked as part of a sprawling Chinese espionage campaign that gave officials in Beijing access to private texts and phone conversations of an unknown number of Americans. Administration officials said this month that at least eight telecommunications companies, as well as dozens of nations, had been affected by the Chinese hacking blitz known as Salt Typhoon. But Anne Neuberger, a deputy national security adviser, said Friday that a ninth victim had been identified after the administration released guidance to companies about how to hunt for Chinese culprits in their networks.ATA Creativity Global ( NASDAQ:AACG – Get Free Report ) saw a large decline in short interest during the month of December. As of December 15th, there was short interest totalling 154,200 shares, a decline of 16.3% from the November 30th total of 184,200 shares. Based on an average daily volume of 45,300 shares, the short-interest ratio is presently 3.4 days. Analysts Set New Price Targets Separately, StockNews.com began coverage on ATA Creativity Global in a research report on Saturday. They issued a “sell” rating on the stock. Get Our Latest Stock Report on AACG ATA Creativity Global Trading Down 2.2 % ATA Creativity Global Company Profile ( Get Free Report ) ATA Creativity Global, together with its subsidiaries, provides educational services to individual students through its training center network in China and internationally. Its educational services include portfolio training, research-based learning, overseas study counselling, in-school art classes through cooperation with high schools and training organizations, foreign language training services, junior art education, and other related educational services to its students. Featured Stories Receive News & Ratings for ATA Creativity Global Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for ATA Creativity Global and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .
Amr Talaat, Egypt’s Minister of Communications and Information Technology, presided over the closing session of the second Global Dialogue on Artificial Intelligence (AI) Governance. Held in Egypt from 19 to 21 November, the event convened members of the African Union (AU) AI Working Group, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), and leading AI experts from Africa, alongside prominent research institutions and universities in Europe. This dialogue aimed to advance efforts toward implementing the African Union’s continental AI strategy. This initiative aligns with the African Union’s operational mechanisms and underscores Egypt’s leadership as chair of the AU AI Working Group. In his speech, Talaat emphasized that this meeting culminated efforts initiated in 2019, when Egypt called upon African nations through the AU to form a working group to draft an AI strategy for the continent. Since then, Egypt has led a coalition of approximately 20 African countries in crafting a strategy focused on the safe use of AI, prioritizing ethical considerations and data neutrality. The dialogue also involved key international institutions such as the OECD and AI leaders, including representatives from the United Kingdom and the United States. Talaat noted that this second dialogue brought together representatives from over 20 African and non-African nations and international organizations. Discussions focused on mechanisms for implementing the African AI Strategy, foundational principles for an African AI Charter, and a roadmap for achieving the strategy’s objectives. He commended African countries for their contributions, highlighting Egypt’s regional leadership in the ICT sector through its chairmanship of the working group. These efforts reflected the perspectives of African nations on AI-related issues. Ambassador Amr Goweily, Assistant Foreign Minister for Multilateral Affairs and International Security, stressed the importance of AI’s inclusion in the Global Digital Compact, with Egypt and other African countries playing active roles in its formulation. Egypt remains committed to global mechanisms to ensure the safe and beneficial use of this transformative technology. Angela Cassell Bush, Commissioner of the Liberia Telecommunications Authority, underscored African nations’ commitment to leveraging AI for development, particularly by raising awareness and empowering youth. Lucia Russo, an economic expert and policy analyst representing the OECD, commended the collaboration between the OECD and Egypt’s Ministry of Communications. She acknowledged Egypt’s progress under its national AI strategy, including capacity building and regional leadership in shaping Africa’s AI strategy. The dialogue’s in-depth discussions highlighted Africa’s readiness to capitalize on the strategy’s opportunities. Representatives from the UK and the US reiterated their support for regional discussions on the African AI strategy. The US representative also referenced a related initiative announced during the UN General Assembly in September 2024. The session featured notable contributions from Hoda Baraka, Advisor to the Minister for Technology Skills Development; Khaled Taha, Advisor for International Relations; Dr. Abir Shakweer, Assistant Resident Representative at the UN Development Programme in Egypt; and representatives from the UK, Italian, and US embassies. This second dialogue builds on the success of the first session held in Paris in March 2024, which provided critical support for African countries in drafting the continental AI strategy. During the sessions, the OECD presented best practices for implementing the African AI Strategy, adopted at the AU mid-year summit in July 2024. Discussions covered fostering international and regional cooperation, identifying actionable steps, and securing resources for implementation. Sessions also explored global expertise in integrating AI into priority sectors for Africa, such as government services, healthcare, education, and agriculture, as well as developing an African AI ethics charter.
27th November, 2024 - Daily Horoscope Prediction by Rashi: Your one-stop place to check your today's astrology prediction. Let’s check what's your star telling about you & sunshine. Moon trine Jupiter on your solar return chart ensures an eventful year which will bring amazing results. You will appear far more assured and wiser. And will enjoy your work. The projects that you have been thinking of getting completed will be done with ease. You will get work orders from domestic/international clients. Your name and fame will spread far and wide. People will start taking notice of you. Your bosses will be happy with your efforts. You could be promoted too. Money will keep coming. You will also have numerous business opportunities too. A chance meeting with an influential person will open the doors of progress for you. Your brothers/sisters will keep giving support and you will be a source of inspiration. Auspicious functions will keep taking place. Your health will be ok. Business will keep you busy. Lucky dates : 9, 18, 27 Lucky days : Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Lucky colours : Green, Red, Blue Aries : (March 21 - April 20) It is going to be a happy day. You will remain busy at your workplace but will have time for your mate too. You will spend the second half of the day in his/her company. The time will be spent peacefully. You will keep working very hard and your financial position will keep getting better. Taurus : (April 21 - May 21) You will remain very positive today. There will be new business opportunities for you. Those in job/profession too will have ample opportunities for growth. The secret of success is hard work and dedication. You will follow this mantra. And will work with honesty. Your name and fame will increase. Financial position will be stable. You will excel in your work. Gemini : (May 22 - June 21) Today you will be lucky in matters of money and finances. You will get a windfall in the form of large amount of income from investments you have made. It will make you happy. You may plan to go on a holiday with your family. And gift your mate an expensive item. You will also spend lavishly on your house hold items. Cancer : (June 22 - July 22) Today you will be given very big responsibility in your job. This will add to your stature and prestige. You will be very optimistic about future. Your peers and superiors will support you fully. Relations with your family members will also remain coordinal. You will get respect of your siblings. Your mate will remain by your side. Leo : (July 23 - August 23) Today you will get a suitable marriage proposal from persons known to you. It will be to your liking. You will give your consent. You can also undertake a short business trip which will prove to be very beneficial. Those in politics, media and social activities will do well. New job opportunities will come to you. Virgo : (August 24 - September 22) It will be a very nice day. You will work very hard and get the desired results. Your work will get completed. You will also get an opportunity to establish good relations with your bosses. Some unexpected guests can arrive and it will keep you busy. Your romantic life will be good and you will plan an outing with your partner. Libra : (September 23 - October 23) Today you will put lot of efforts and come out of problems you were facing in your domestic life. You will remain peaceful and will talk nicely with your family members. You will also complete an important work. Your government related work will also get completed without obstacles. You will face all difficulties at workplace with determination and will come out winner. Sagittarius : (November 23 - December 21) There will be wonderful bonding that you will share with your beloved today. He/she will exhibit true feelings for you. You will become emotional and reciprocate in a similar manner. Both of you will come closer. Positive incidents will occur. God’s blessings will be on you. You will perform well in your job too. And will make a lasting impression on your colleagues. Capricorn : (December 22 - January 20) It is going to be a favorable day for you. You will work with renewed vigour. And there will be increase in your self-respect. Your enemies will get defeated. You will also plan to renovate, beautify and decorate your house. You can also get involved in a short term affair with some person. It will match up to your expectations. The going will be good till it lasts. Aquarius : (January 21 - February 18) Today you will be happy and will be getting favourable results for your efforts. You will enjoy good bonding with your mate. Thus your personal relations will blossom. You will get mental satisfaction. Your financial position will be excellent. You will thus establish a balance between doing work with proficiency and taking strong decisions. And will come out as a winner. Pisces : (February 19 - March 20) You may plan to go on a party or picnic with family. It will be a very fun-filled and relaxing day. You will enjoy bit by bit. Those who have given interviews / exams will get success. New romantic ties with someone is also possible. It will go a distance. And the fruits of waiting will be fruitful. There will be no major financial worries.EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr injured his left hand late in the fourth quarter of Sunday's 14-11 victory over the New York Giants when he went airborne while trying for a first down and crashed to the turf. Carr tried to leap over a Giants tackler and landed at the New Orleans 39-yard line, extending his non-throwing hand to break his fall. He was on the turf for a minute or two before walking to the medical tent. He was examined and slowly walked to an area where X-rays are done. “A phenomenal effort trying to make a first down,” interim coach Darren Rizzi said of the play that happened with the Saints leading 14-11 and just under four minutes remaining. Carr missed three games earlier this season with an oblique injury. Tight end Juwan Johnson, who had a TD catch on Sunday, said it looks like the QB will miss more time. Carr was not available to speak to reporters after the game. “He’s just been having a rough go. We’re behind him,” Johnson said. “He’s still Derek Carr, aside from the football field. You just have to be there for him, emotionally, spiritually and physically.” The injury could hurt the already slim playoff hopes of the Saints (5-8), who trail Tampa Bay by two games and Atlanta by one in the weak NFC South. Rizzi was asked whether Carr would enter the concussion protocol after his jarring impact with the turf, but the coach could not confirm that. Johnson said Carr had told teammates it was time to lay it on the line before he got hurt. “And that’s the true example of laying out on the line. The dude just cares about his team a lot,” Johnson said. Carr finished 20 of 31 for 219 yards with an 11-yard touchdown pass to Johnson in the third quarter. He also led a 98-yard drive that Kendre Miller capped with a 6-yard run in the first quarter as New Orleans won for the third time in four games under Rizzi, who took over last month when Dennis Allen was fired. Jake Haener replaced Carr and handed off to Miller, who was stopped on third-and-1 by Giants linebacker Micah McFadden. The Saints punted. After an interception by New Orleans' Demario Davis, Haener went three-and-out on the next series. The Giants got the ball back with 1:21 to play and came within a thumb of forcing overtime. New York drove to the Saints 12-yard line and defensive tackle Bryan Bresee got a thumb on Graham Gano's game-tying 35-yard field goal attempt. ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl Tom Canavan, The Associated Press
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MIAMI , Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyatt Centric South Beach Miami is proud to announce the completion of its highly anticipated renovations, redefining luxury and sophistication in the heart of South Beach at 1600 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139. Designed by Lang & Schwander to embody the vibrant energy and upscale charm of Miami , the updates include newly reimagined rooms and suites, check-in lobby, inclusivity spaces, from food and beverage and communal lounge areas that celebrate the hotel's commitment to connecting guests to the pulse of the city. Elevated Rooms and Suites The newly renovated 105 guest rooms and suites blend modern design with thoughtful functionality. Each space is adorned with sleek furnishings, neutral tones, and vibrant accents inspired by Miami's art scene. Enhanced amenities include plush bedding, state-of-the-art technology, and expansive windows offering stunning views of South Beach's iconic skyline and coastline. Enhanced Check-In Lobby and Inclusivity Spaces Guests are greeted with an upgraded check-in lobby on the third floor that exudes warmth and style. Featuring contemporary decor and comfortable seating, the space serves as an inviting prelude to their South Beach experience. Communal areas have also been reimagined to foster connection, offering vibrant social spaces. From a chic full bar serving classic and unique cocktails, to indoor communal lounge area to serene outdoor terraces, Hyatt Centric South Beach Miami provides the perfect setting to connect and recharge with fellow travelers. Unparalleled Amenities Hyatt Centric South Beach Miami continues to deliver exceptional amenities that cater to modern travelers. Guests can enjoy: "Hyatt Centric South Beach Miami has always been envisioned as a destination where the vibrant spirit of South Beach meets unparalleled hospitality. Our recent renovations mark the next chapter in our dedication to elevating guest experiences and showcasing the beauty and culture of Miami Beach ," said Robert Finvarb , Founder of Robert Finvarb Companies. Hyatt Centric South Beach Miami serves as the ultimate launchpad for adventure, offering guests access to the city's finest attractions, including Ocean Drive, Lincoln Road Mall, and the Art Deco Historic District. About Hyatt Centric Hyatt Centric is a brand of full-service lifestyle hotels located in prime destinations. Created to connect guests to the heart of the action, Hyatt Centric hotels are thoughtfully designed to enable exploration and discovery so they never miss a moment of adventure. Each hotel offers social spaces to connect with others in the lobby, meanwhile the bar and restaurant are local hot spots where great conversations, locally inspired food and signature cocktails can be enjoyed. Streamlined modern rooms focus on delivering everything guests want and nothing they don't. A passionately engaged team is there to provide local expertise on the best food, nightlife and activities the destination has to offer. For more information, please visit hyattcentric.com . Follow @HyattCentric on Facebook and Instagram , and tag photos with #HyattCentric. About Robert Finvarb Companies Hyatt Centric is a brand of full-service lifestyle hotels located in prime destinations. Created to connect guests to the heart of the action, Hyatt Centric hotels are thoughtfully designed to enable exploration and discovery so they never miss a moment of adventure. Each hotel offers social spaces to connect with others in the lobby, meanwhile the bar and restaurant are local hot spots where great conversations, locally inspired food and signature cocktails can be enjoyed. Streamlined modern rooms focus on delivering everything guests want and nothing they don't. A passionately engaged team is there to provide local expertise on the best food, nightlife and activities the destination has to offer. For more information, please visit hyattcentric.com . Follow @HyattCentric on Facebook and Instagram , and tag photos with #HyattCentric. About Robert Finvarb Companies Robert Finvarb Companies (RFC) is a private real estate investment and development company based in Miami, Florida . Robert Finvarb , founder of the company, started his development career in 2002. Since then, RFC has developed nineteen hotels containing an excess of 3,500 guestrooms that operate under various Marriott and Hyatt brands and are located in seven states and the District of Columbia . RFC has a reputation for developing high-quality assets and possesses a track record of success in all market cycles. As a private company, the principals invest their own equity in all projects and are personally involved in all phases of development and operations. For more than 20 years, RFC has carefully cultivated its reputation of excellence in the hospitality industry. RFC's team of development and lodging specialists have a wide-ranging expertise in real estate and capital markets that is applied in identifying accretive investment opportunities to maximize the financial performance of such projects. CONTACT: Jacqueline Mercado Hyatt Hotels Corporation + 1 786 578 6886 jacqueline@identitymediapr.com View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/new-year-new-look-hyatt-centric-south-beach-miami-debuts-elevated-style-and-luxury-302337669.html SOURCE Hyatt Centric South Beach MiamiPep Guardiola’s side avoided the indignity of a sixth successive defeat in all competitions and looked on course for a welcome victory thanks to a double from Erling Haaland – the first from the penalty spot – and a deflected effort from Ilkay Gundogan. Yet Guardiola was left with his head in hands as Feyenoord roared back in the last 15 minutes with goals from Anis Hadj Moussa, Sergio Gimenez and David Hancko, two of them after Josko Gvardiol errors. FULL-TIME | A point apiece. 🩵 3-3 ⚫️ #ManCity | #UCL pic.twitter.com/6oj1nEOIwm — Manchester City (@ManCity) November 26, 2024 Arsenal delivered the statement Champions League win Mikel Arteta had demanded as they swept aside Sporting Lisbon 5-1. Arteta wanted his team to prove their European credentials, and goals from Gabriel Martinelli, Kai Havertz, Gabriel, Bukayo Saka and Leandro Trossard got their continental campaign back on track in style following the 1-0 defeat at Inter Milan last time out. A memorable victory also ended Sporting’s unbeaten start to the season, a streak of 17 wins and one draw, the vast majority of which prompted Manchester United to prise away head coach Ruben Amorim. Putting on a show at Sporting 🌟 pic.twitter.com/Yi9MgRZEkl — Arsenal (@Arsenal) November 26, 2024 Paris St Germain were left in serious of danger of failing to progress in the Champions League as they fell to a 1-0 defeat to Bayern Munich at the Allianz Arena. Kim Min-jae’s header late in the first half was enough to send PSG to a third defeat in the competition this season, leaving them six points off the automatic qualification places for the last 16 with three games to play. Luis Enrique’s side, who had Ousmane Dembele sent off, were deservedly beaten by Bayern who dominated chances and possession. 🔔 FULL TIME – Victory at home! +3 in the #UCL 👏❤️ #FCBayern #MiaSanMia | #FCBPSG #UCL pic.twitter.com/BYE23dXXih — FC Bayern (@FCBayernEN) November 26, 2024 Elsewhere, Atletico Madrid were 6-0 winners away to Sparta Prague, Julian Alvarez and Angel Correa each scoring twice whilst there were also goals from Marcos Llorente and Antoine Griezmann. Barcelona ended tournament debutants Brest’s unbeaten start with a 3-0 victory courtesy of two goals from Robert Lewandowski – one a penalty – and Dani Olmo. Lewandowski’s first was his 100th Champions League goal, only the third man to reach the mark after Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. A Castello Lukeba own goal saw Inter Milan go top of the standings with a narrow 1-0 win over RB Leipzig at San Siro, whilst Bayer Leverkusen were emphatic victors against Red Bull Salzburg, Florian Wirtz scoring twice to move Xabi Alonso’s side into the automatic qualification places. Atalanta continued their strong start, albeit whilst conceding a first goal in Europe this season in a 6-1 win away to Young Boys, whilst Tammy Abraham scored the decisive goal as AC Milan beat Slovan Bratislava 3-2.
Irvine, Dec. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Irvine, California, December 20, 2024 – UnitedAg is proud to announce its recognition as a Top Workplaces 2024 winner by the Orange County Register . This esteemed award is based on employee feedback gathered through a confidential survey conducted by Energage, LLC, a leading employee engagement technology partner. The survey evaluated key facets of workplace culture, including feeling Respected & Supported , being Enabled to Grow , and feeling Empowered to Execute . "Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees," said Eric Rubino, CEO of Energage. "In today's market, it's vital for leaders to listen to and amplify employee voices. Top Workplaces do this exceptionally well, and it pays dividends." UnitedAg's survey results placed it among the industry's best: Top 9% for having staff that believes in the organization's values and goals. Top 1% for providing exceptional benefits. Top 2% for encouraging new ideas and innovation. Top 12% for upholding and demonstrating strong core values. "At UnitedAg, we are dedicated to fostering an environment where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow," shared Chana Hauben, Vice President of Human Resources. "This recognition underscores the passion and dedication of our entire team. We are honored to be named a Top Workplace." UnitedAg's workplace culture thrives on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to excellence . By emphasizing teamwork, accountability, and respect , UnitedAg ensures its employees are not only supported but also equipped to make a lasting impact on its members and the agricultural community. Through open communication, a can-do attitude, and continuous improvement , UnitedAg is proud to champion a culture of empowerment, adaptation, and purposeful leadership. For more information about UnitedAg and its innovative solutions for the agricultural community, visit www.unitedag.org. ### About UnitedAg: UnitedAg is a member-owned agricultural trade association dedicated to providing comprehensive health benefits, fostering the next generation of agricultural leaders, and advocating for members' interest with lawmakers. Our mission is to support the sustainability and success of our members and the agricultural sector through tailored health benefits, leadership development, and legislative advocacy. Attachment Top Workplace Award © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.With just days left before Ireland goes to the polls, the leaders of Ireland’s three largest political parties appeared on the national broadcaster for their final televised debate before the general election. The leaders of the three main political parties took part in the final debate of the campaign in a Prime Time special led by Miriam O’Callaghan and Sarah McInerney. Speaking to reporters on arrival, Mr Harris said he was ‘really looking forward to the debate’ but acknowledged that ‘things don’t always go right in campaigns’. He was questioned on contact between his team and RTE before the clip of a contentious exchange he had with a care worker went public. The Taoiseach has previously said he ‘made mistakes’ in how he handled the interaction. When asked if one his officials had alleged to RTE that the care worker was a member of Sinn Fein, Mr Harris said: ‘I don’t believe so at all.’ Later asked if he was tired, Mr Harris added: ‘Not at all, I’m really energised.’ The final leader’s debate on RTÉ came just over a week after the debate which included all ten political party leaders, which was hosted on Upfront with Katie Hannon. In the debate, the party leaders outlined their policies and briefly touched on who they would or wouldn’t go into coalition with. The debate comes also in the wake of what could potentially be the defining moment for An Taoiseach Simon Harris as he continues to deal with the fall out following a frosty interaction with a care worker while campaigning in North Cork last week. Simon Harris responds to questions about his interaction with care sector worker, Charlotte Fallon, in Kanturk, and whether his staff contacted RTÉ about coverage of it. #rtept | @RTENews pic.twitter.com/pRpAoKboNe The Taoiseach and party leader was forced to apologise to Charlotte Fallon on Saturday after a clip of him engaging with her – and walking off mid-conversation as she became emotional – went viral. In the video, which has been viewed more than 3.4million times, Mr Harris can be seen disagreeing with Ms Fallon about the work the Government has done for carers, and becoming frustrated. Asked on Monday if any member of his team had contacted RTÉ in a bid not to have the footage run , Mr Harris said: ‘I don’t believe so.’ But the Irish Daily Mail established that Fine Gael figures contacted staff in RTÉ to express their concern over the video and how it would be featured. The first question was to Simon Harris about the video from Kanturk on his interaction with a carer and whether Fine Gael communicated with RTÉ in the aftermath about coverage of the matter. Harris said he had ‘no knowledge’ of any request being made not to air the clip. Micheal Martin and Simon Harris should feel ‘very ashamed’ over the Government’s record on carers and disability, Mary Lou McDonald said. The Sinn Fein leader took aim at the heads of Fianna Fail and Fine Gael during RTE Prime Time’s televised leaders’ debate. She said the outgoing Government did not seem ‘capable’ of listening to people’s experiences. Asked if he felt ashamed, Mr Martin said he was not happy with the ‘level of progress’ but said there had been advancements in some areas. Mr Harris said the issue of disability is something he has been passionate about his entire life. He said there needed to be a radical expansion of training places for occupational therapy and speech and language therapy. As the debate moved on, Fianna Fail leader Micheal Martin said Sinn Fein’s ‘enormous’ tax increases will destroy Ireland’s enterprise economy. Mr Martin said: ‘Sinn Fein do not get the enterprise economy, they don’t get trade.’ Meanwhile, Fine Gael leader Simon Harris said his party was proposing the least amount of spending in its manifesto, when compared to the other two parties. Mr Harris said Friday marks election day and the 14th anniversary of the bailout programme following the financial crash. He said: ‘People sitting at home tonight are still living with the scars of that financial crash, and we have to learn from that as a country.’ Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald said the financial crash was instigated and driven by Fianna Fail, while austerity was brought by Fine Gael. Ms McDonald said she would agree with Mr Harris and added: ‘There are people watching this programme who still the bear the scars of your crash and of your austerity.’ Fianna Fail leader Micheal Martin said he “learned from” his time in Government during the financial crash. Speaking during the RTE Prime Time debate, he said: ‘I get the crash, I was in Government.’ Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald interrupted: ‘I know, sure you authored it.’ Mr Martin continued: ‘I learned from the experience, I kept with politics, I kept with public service. ‘I supported through confidence and supply the [Fine Gael] Government to get the country through Brexit. ‘One thing that people can be guaranteed with Micheal Martin is I will always put the country before party.’ Fianna Fail has taken ‘radical action’ on housing, Micheal Martin later said. He was responding to a question on the Housing Commission’s recommendation for a radical reset in housing policy. Mr Martin defended actions already taken by Fianna Fail and added: ‘It is not about some magical reset right now.’ Asked if Fine Gael had failed to make housing a top priority – as contended by former housing minister Eoghan Murphy, party leader Simon Harris said those comments came in the context of Brexit. He added: ‘Housing is the number one priority.’ Pressed on whether Fine Gael had put the party in front of the country on reforming housing policy, Mr Harris said: ‘My party never put party before country.’ He added: ‘My party’s never crashed the economy.’ "There is a need for a radical reset on housing policy..." Simon Harris responds to questions from Sarah McInerney about Fine Gael's approach to housing. #rtept | @RTENews pic.twitter.com/uwnzqydjIS Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald has said Government parties ‘do not recognise the scale of the problem’ around housing delivery, as she defended her own party’s policies. Pressed on whether banks would definitely lend to home buyers under a Sinn Fein scheme where people would not own the land under the house, Ms McDonald said: ‘We’ve engaged with the banks. The banks have requirements that will have to be met. ‘I don’t think anybody should be shocked by that, they’re not some kind of Robin Hood institution giving money away. ‘The bottom line is they will want to know that if they invest that they’ll get their money back. We’re absolutely confident that those requirements can be met.’ Ms McDonald said her party had done “due diligence” in relation to the policy. “At no stage has the banking Federation said that ‘we will not lend into a scheme of this nature’.” Viewers took to X to have their say on all the key moments of the final TV debate of the General Election 2024 trail. One viewer spoke about An Taoiseach’s response towards whether FG communicated with RTE over the now-viral clip and said: ‘Still dodging it basically not a black or white yes/no’. Another person wrote: ‘Simon Harris is very shifty so far, Kanturk has him absolutely rattled.’ TD for Wicklow John Brady wrote: ‘Simon Harris talks about his ‘lived experience’ and ‘since his teenage years’ the fact is Fine Gael has been in government since his teenage years and disability services have been on a downward spiral during all those years! The reality is that the longer Fine Gael are in Government the worse the lived experience is for those with disabilities.’ Michael Martin: “I get the crash, I was in government for the crash.” @MaryLouMcDonald : “I know, sure you were the author of it.” Zinger #RTEPT There’s just something about Mary Lou calmly calling Micheál Martin and Simon Harris “Gentlemen” when they try to argue with her #leadersdebate pic.twitter.com/uDygTaZDem Debate drinking game: Take a drink every time Simon Harris talks about his "lived experience " #RTEPT At the end of the day, FFers will think Michéal Martin won, SFers will think Mary Lou McDonald has won, and FGers will think Simon Harris won Beauty is in the eye of the beholder #LeadersDebate One other viewer wrote: This isn’t a debate, it is just 2 RTÉ journos asking questions of the three leaders. Rather than call it the #leadersdebate maybe it should be called the #leadersgrilling.’ Another viewer took to X to say: ‘The winner of this debate is Sarah McInerney. She’s not letting them dodge her questions.’
TAMPA BAY (WXYZ) — The 7-5 Michigan Wolverines are set to face the 9-3 Alabama Crimson Tide in the Reliaquest Bowl in Tampa Bay, Florida, the Wolverines announced on social media . According to the bowl game's website , the game will kick off at Noon EST on New Year's Eve. This is a rematch from last season's Rose Bowl, when the Wolverines beat the Crimson Tide in overtime, 27-20, to advance to the National Championship Game, where they would ultimately beat Kalen DeBoer and the Washington Huskies to win their first title since 1997. Last year's Rose Bowl was the final game for legendary college football coach Nick Saban, who retired and was replaced at Alabama by DeBoer. RELATED; Michigan beats Alabama: postgame coverage from the Rose Bowl & and fans buy Michigan gear after Rose Bowl victory While the Wolverines won't be repeating as National Championships, they followed up their title season with a 7-5 record, headlined by rivalry wins over Michigan State and No. 2 Ohio State in Sherrone Moore's first full season as head coach. Postgame coverage from Michigan's wins over Michigan State and Ohio State Alabama narrowly missed earning a spot in the College Football playoff this season , as they were listed as the First Team out, getting edged out by ACC standout Southern Methodist Unversity. The Crimson Tide did beat the No. 2 Georgia Bulldogs, but couldn't earn a spot in the expanded 12-team playoff thanks to losses to 6-6 Vanderbilt, 10-2 Tennessee and 6-6 Oklahoma. No word yet on which Michigan players will be participating in this game and which will sit out to prepare for the NFL Draft; stay with WXYZ.com for updates on that in the coming weeks.Voting may be over, but this election worker is still debunking disinformation
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