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Three more Minnesota Golden Gophers football standouts have accepted invites to participate in postseason all-star games. Offensive tackle Aireontae Ersery became the first Gopher to accept a showcase invite earlier this week, pledging to play in the Senior Bowl. Related: Gophers lineman Aireontae Ersery accepts invite to Senior Bowl Follow us on Facebook On Thursday, quarterback Max Brosmer and defensive lineman Danny Striggow accepted invites to the Hula Bowl. Brosmer has thrown for 2,251 yards and 14 touchdowns while completing 67.1% of his passes this season, while Striggow has racked up 41 tackles and 2.5 sacks (fourth on the team in both), plus a forced fumble. Friday, left guard Tyler Cooper agreed to play in the East-West Shrine Bowl. According to Pro Football Focus, Cooper has allowed only seven pressures this season, the fewest among all Minnesota starting offensive linemen. In fact, only four guards in the Big Ten who've played at least 300 snaps this season have allowed fewer pressures than Cooper, and only 29 in the country who've played as many snaps as Cooper have allowed fewer pressures. The Hula Bowl is set to take place on Jan. 11, 2025, while the Shrine Bowl is scheduled for Jan. 30. The Senior Bowl will be held on Feb. 1. We'll see if more Gophers join those or other showcases in the coming weeks. Related: After disappointing loss to Rutgers, Gophers shift focus to No. 4 Penn State © Nick Wosika-USA TODAY SportsSanta’s Workshop 2024 ready to welcome holiday shoppers
Thunderbird Entertainment Group Announces 2024 Annual General Meeting and Update on Meeting MaterialsNEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks tiptoed to more records amid a mixed Tuesday of trading, tacking a touch more onto what’s already been a stellar year so far. The S&P 500 edged up by 2 points, or less than 0.1%, to set an all-time high for the 55th time this year. It’s climbed in 10 of the last 11 days and is on track for one of its best years since the turn of the millennium. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 76 points, or 0.2%, while the Nasdaq composite added 0.4% to its own record set a day earlier. AT&T rose 4.6% after it boosted its profit forecast for the year. It also announced a $10 billion plan to send cash to its investors by buying back its own stock, while saying it expects to authorize another $10 billion of repurchases in 2027. On the losing end of Wall Street was U.S. Steel, which fell 8%. President-elect Donald Trump reiterated on social media that he would not let Japan’s Nippon Steel take over the iconic Pennsylvania steelmaker. Nippon Steel announced plans last December to buy the Pittsburgh-based steel producer for $14.1 billion in cash, raising concerns about what the transaction could mean for unionized workers, supply chains and U.S. national security. Earlier this year, President Joe Biden also came out against the acquisition. Tesla sank 1.6% after a judge in Delaware reaffirmed a previous ruling that the electric car maker must revoke Elon Musk’s multibillion-dollar pay package. The judge denied a request by attorneys for Musk and Tesla’s corporate directors to vacate her ruling earlier this year requiring the company to rescind the unprecedented pay package. All told, the S&P 500 rose 2.73 points to 6,049.88. The Dow fell 76.47 to 44,705.53, and the Nasdaq composite gained 76.96 to 19,480.91. In the bond market, Treasury yields held relatively steady after a report showed U.S. employers were advertising slightly more job openings at the end of October than a month earlier. Continued strength there would raise optimism that the economy could remain out of a recession that many investors had earlier worried was inevitable. The yield on the 10-year Treasury rose to 4.23% from 4.20% from late Monday. Yields have seesawed since Election Day amid worries that Trump’s preferences for lower tax rates and bigger tariffs could spur higher inflation along with economic growth. But traders are still confident the Federal Reserve will cut its main interest rate again at its next meeting in two weeks. They’re betting on a nearly three-in-four chance of that, according to data from CME Group. Lower rates can give the economy more juice, but they can also give inflation more fuel. The key report this week that could guide the Fed’s next move will arrive on Friday. It’s the monthly jobs report , which will show how many workers U.S. employers hired and fired during November. It could be difficult to parse given how much storms and strikes distorted figures in October. Based on trading in the options market, Friday’s jobs report appears to be the biggest potential market mover until the Fed announces its next decision on interest rates Dec. 18, according to strategists at Barclays Capital. In financial markets abroad, the value of South Korea’s currency fell 1.1% against the U.S. dollar following a frenetic night where President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law and then later said he’d lift it after lawmakers voted to reject military rule. Stocks of Korean companies that trade in the United States also fell, including a 1.6% drop for SK Telecom. Japan’s Nikkei 225 jumped 1.9% to help lead global markets. Some analysts think Japanese stocks could end up benefiting from Trump’s threats to raise tariffs , including for goods coming from China . Trade relations between the U.S. and China took another step backward after China said it is banning exports to the U.S. of gallium, germanium, antimony and other key high-tech materials with potential military applications. The counterpunch came swiftly after the U.S. Commerce Department expanded the list of Chinese technology companies subject to export controls to include many that make equipment used to make computer chips, chipmaking tools and software. The 140 companies newly included in the so-called “entity list” are nearly all based in China. In China, stock indexes rose 1% in Hong Kong and 0.4% in Shanghai amid unconfirmed reports that Chinese leaders would meet next week to discuss planning for the coming year. Investors are hoping it may bring fresh stimulus to help spur growth in the world’s second-largest economy. In France, the CAC 40 rose 0.3% amid continued worries about politics in Paris , where the government is battling over the budget. AP Business Writers Yuri Kageyama and Matt Ott contributed.
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NoneHouse Speaker Mike Johnson and U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks spoke to reporters following an event in Indianola Oct. 18, 2024. (Photo by Robin Opsahl/Iowa Capital Dispatch) U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks’ reelection win for Iowa’s 1st Congressional District was confirmed Wednesday as the recount requested by Democratic challenger Christina Bohannan concluded. The Associated Press called the race at 3:07 p.m. Wednesday, several weeks after the Nov. 5 general election. As of the latest updates from the AP, Miller-Meeks won with unofficial results showing her at 206,955 votes to Bohannan’s 206,157 — a 798-vote margin, slightly smaller than the 802-vote gap reported when Bohannan requested the recount earlier in November . The recount process was conducted in all 20 counties in the 1st Congressional District over the course of seven days, with the final two counties — Johnson and Keokuk counties — finishing their recounts Wednesday. There were no changes to the vote totals during the recount process in Keokuk County, according to the local county auditor’s office. In Johnson County, Miller-Meeks’ lead dropped by two votes and Bohannan’s dropped by six, according to county auditor staff. Bohannan conceded the race in a Wednesday statement, congratulating Miller-Meeks on her victory. She thanked election officials and volunteers for their efforts during the election and recount process — as well as thanking Iowans “for their patience” as the recount was conducted. “Although this is not the result we wanted, I am so proud of our campaign,” Bohannan said. “We exceeded all expectations and turned a district that many pundits thought was unwinnable into one of the very closest races in the country. ... I am honored by the roughly half of Iowans in this district – people of all political parties – who voted for me to be their next congresswoman. Although I won’t be able to represent them in Washington DC this January, I want them to know that I will continue our important work of putting Iowa first.” With the conclusion of the 1st Congressional District recount, all recount processes for 2024 elections in the state have concluded. Three legislative races were also brought to recount from the 2024 election with results showing two Democratic incumbents, Sen. Sarah Trone Garriott, D-Waukee, and Rep. Monica Kurth, D-Davenport, keeping their seats, as well as confirming the loss of incumbent Sen. Nate Boulton, D-Des Moines, to Republican Mike Pike. With these recounts over, Iowa’s federal delegation will continue to be all Republican. Republicans will also hold a trifecta of control at the Iowa Statehouse, with supermajorities in both the state House and Senate. Miller-Meeks gave her victory speech at her Election Night watch party and has criticized Bohannan for pursuing a recount. She, alongside the House GOP campaign arm, the National Republican Congressional Committee, have criticized Bohannan for not conceding the race earlier because of the cost to the state, claiming the process had cost $21,000 as of Tuesday. Mike Marinella, a NRCC spokesperson, released a statement congratulating Miller-Meeks on her reelection Wednesday. “Congratulations to Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks on her incredible victory,” Marinella said. “As a doctor, veteran, and Congresswoman, Congresswoman Miller-Meeks has always answered the call to service. Rep. Miller-Meeks’ record speaks for itself, and she will continue to deliver valuable results for veterans, farmers, small business owners and families across Southeast Iowa.”
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The long sports-filled Thanksgiving weekend is a time when many Americans enjoy gathering with friends and family for good food, good company and hopefully not too much political conversation. Also on the menu — all the NFL and college sports you can handle. Here's a roadmap to one of the biggest sports weekends of the year, with a look at marquee games over the holiday and how to watch. All times are in EST. All odds are by BetMGM Sportsbook. What to watch Thursday • NFL: There is a triple-header lined up for pro football fans. Chicago at Detroit, 12:30 p.m., CBS: Rookie quarterback Caleb Williams and the Bears go against the Lions, who are one of the favorites to reach the Super Bowl in February. Lions favored by 10. New York at Dallas, 4:30 p.m., Fox: The Giants and Cowboys are both suffering through miserable seasons and are now using backup quarterbacks for different reasons. But if Dallas can figure out a way to win, it will still be on the fringe of the playoff race. Cowboys favored by 3 1/2. Miami at Green Bay, 8:20 p.m., NBC/Peacock: The Packers stumbled slightly out of the gate but have won six of their past seven games. They'll need a win against Miami to try to keep pace in the NFC North. Packers favored by 3. • College Football: Memphis at No. 18 Tulane, 7:30 p.m., ESPN. If college football is your jam, this is a good warmup for a big weekend. The Tigers try to ruin the Green Wave’s perfect record in the American Athletic Conference. Tulane is favored by 14. Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes works in the pocket against the Carolina Panthers during the first half of Sunday's game in Charlotte, N.C. What to watch Friday • NFL: A rare Friday showdown features the league-leading Chiefs. Las Vegas at Kansas City, 3 p.m. Prime Video: The Chiefs and quarterback Patrick Mahomes are 12-point favorites over the Raiders. • College Basketball: Some of the top programs meet in holiday tournaments around the country. Battle 4 Atlantis championship, 5:30 p.m., ESPN: One of the premier early season tournaments, the eight-team field includes No. 3 Gonzaga, No. 14 Indiana and No. 24 Arizona. Rady Children's Invitational, 6 p.m., Fox: It's the championship game for a four-team field that includes No. 13 Purdue and No. 23 Mississippi. • College Football: There is a full slate of college games to dig into. Oregon State at No. 11 Boise State, noon, Fox: The Broncos try to stay in the College Football Playoff hunt when they host the Beavers. Boise State favored by 19 1/2. Oklahoma State at No. 23 Colorado, noon, ABC: The Buffaloes and Coach Prime are still in the hunt for the Big 12 championship game when they host the Cowboys. Colorado favored by 16 1/2. Georgia Tech at No. 6 Georgia, 7:30 p.m., ABC: The Bulldogs are on pace for a spot in the CFP but host what could be a tricky game against rival Georgia Tech. Georgia favored by 19 1/2. • NBA. After taking Thanksgiving off, pro basketball returns. Oklahoma City at Los Angeles Lakers, 10 p.m., ESPN: The Thunder look like one of the best teams in the NBA's Western Conference. They'll host Anthony Davis, LeBron James and the Lakers. Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James dunks during the first half of a Nov. 23 game against the Denver Nuggets in Los Angeles. What to watch Saturday • College Football. There are more matchups with playoff implications. Michigan at No. 2 Ohio State, noon, Fox: The Wolverines are struggling one season after winning the national title. They could make their fan base a whole lot happier with an upset of the Buckeyes. Ohio State favored by 21. No. 7 Tennessee at Vanderbilt, noon, ABC: The Volunteers are a fairly big favorite and have dominated this series, but the Commodores have been a tough team this season and already have achieved a monumental upset over Alabama. Tennessee favored by 11. No. 16 South Carolina at No. 12 Clemson, noon, ESPN: The Palmetto State rivals are both hanging on the edge of the CFP playoff race. A win — particularly for Clemson — would go a long way toward clinching its spot in the field. Clemson favored by 2 1/2. No. 3 Texas at No. 20 Texas A&M, 7:30 p.m. ABC: The Aggies host their in-state rival for the first time since 2011 after the Longhorns joined the SEC. Texas favored by 5 1/2. Washington at No. 1 Oregon, 7:30 p.m., NBC: The top-ranked Ducks have been one of the nation’s best teams all season. They’ll face the Huskies, who would love a marquee win in coach Jedd Fisch’s first season. Oregon favored by 19 1/2. • NBA: A star-studded clash is part of the league's lineup. Golden State at Phoenix, 9 p.m., NBA TV: Steph Curry and the Warriors are set to face the Suns' Big Three of Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and Bradley Beal. What to watch Sunday • NFL: It's Sunday, that says it all. Pittsburgh at Cincinnati, 1 p.m., CBS: Joe Burrow is having a great season for the Bengals, who are struggling in other areas. They need a win to stay in the playoff race, hosting a Steelers team that's 8-3 and won five of their past six. Bengals favored by 3. Arizona at Minnesota, 1 p.m., Fox: The Cardinals are tied for the top of the NFC West while the Vikings are 9-2 and have been one of the biggest surprises of the season with journeyman Sam Darnold under center. Vikings favored by 3 1/2. Philadelphia at Baltimore, 4:25 p.m., CBS: Two of the league's most electric players will be on the field when Saquon Barkley and the Eagles travel to face Lamar Jackson and the Ravens. Ravens favored by 3. San Francisco at Buffalo, 8:20 p.m. NBC/Peacock: The 49ers try to get back to .500 against the Bills, who have won six straight. Bills favored by 7. • NBA. The best teams in the Eastern Conference meet in a statement game. Boston at Cleveland, 6 p.m., NBA TV: The defending champion Celtics travel to face the Cavs, who won their first 15 games to start the season. • Premier League: English soccer fans have a marquee matchup. Manchester City at Liverpool, 11 a.m., USA Network/Telemundo. The two top teams meet with Manchester City trying to shake off recent struggles. • Auto Racing: The F1 season nears its conclusion. F1 Qatar Grand Prix, 11 a.m., ESPN2 – It's the penultimate race of the season. Max Verstappen already has clinched his fourth consecutive season championship. Before the 2023 National Football League season started, it seemed inevitable that Bill Belichick would end his career as the winningest head coach in league history. He had won six Super Bowls with the New England Patriots and 298 regular-season games, plus 31 playoff games, across his career. Then the 2023 season happened. Belichick's Patriots finished 4-13, the franchise's worst record since 1992. At the end of the year, Belichick and New England owner Robert Kraft agreed to part ways. And now, during the 2024 season, Belichick is on the sideline. He's 26 wins from the #1 spot, a mark he'd reach in little more than two seasons if he maintained his .647 career winning percentage. Will he ascend the summit? It's hard to tell. Belichick would be 73 if he graced the sidelines next season—meaning he'd need to coach until at least 75 to break the all-time mark. Only one other NFL coach has ever helmed a team at age 73: Romeo Crennel in 2020 for the Houston Texans. With Belichick's pursuit of history stalled, it's worth glancing at the legends who have reached the pinnacle of coaching success. Who else stands among the 10 winningest coaches in NFL history? Stacker ranked the coaches with the most all-time regular-season wins using data from Pro Football Reference . These coaches have combined for 36 league championships, which represents 31.6% of all championships won throughout the history of pro football. To learn who made the list, keep reading. You may also like: Ranking the biggest NFL Draft busts of the last 30 years - Seasons coached: 23 - Years active: 1981-2003 - Record: 190-165-2 - Winning percentage: .535 - Championships: 0 Dan Reeves reached the Super Bowl four times—thrice with the Denver Broncos and once with the Atlanta Falcons—but never won the NFL's crown jewel. Still, he racked up nearly 200 wins across his 23-year career, including a stint in charge of the New York Giants, with whom he won Coach of the Year in 1993. In all his tenures, he quickly built contenders—the three clubs he coached were a combined 17-31 the year before Reeves joined and 28-20 in his first year. However, his career ended on a sour note as he was fired from a 3-10 Falcons team after Week 14 in 2003. - Seasons coached: 23 - Years active: 1969-91 - Record: 193-148-1 - Winning percentage: .566 - Championships: 4 Chuck Noll's Pittsburgh Steelers were synonymous with success in the 1970s. Behind his defense, known as the Steel Curtain, and offensive stars, including Terry Bradshaw, Franco Harris, and Lynn Swann, Noll led the squad to four Super Bowl victories from 1974 to 1979. Noll's Steelers remain the lone team to win four Super Bowls in six years, though Andy Reid and Kansas City could equal that mark if they win the Lombardi Trophy this season. Noll was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1993, two years after retiring. His legacy of coaching success has carried on in Pittsburgh—the club has had only two coaches (Bill Cowher and Mike Tomlin) since Noll retired. - Seasons coached: 21 - Years active: 1984-98, 2001-06 - Record: 200-126-1 - Winning percentage: .613 - Championships: 0 As head coach of Cleveland, Kansas City, Washington, and San Diego, Marty Schottenheimer proved a successful leader during the regular season. Notably, he was named Coach of the Year after turning around his 4-12 Chargers team to a 12-4 record in 2004. His teams, however, struggled during the playoffs. Schottheimer went 5-13 in the postseason, and he never made it past the conference championship round. As such, the Pennsylvania-born skipper is the winningest NFL coach never to win a league championship. - Seasons coached: 25 - Years active: 1946-62, '68-75 - Record: 213-104-9 - Winning percentage: .672 - Championships: 7 The only coach on this list to pilot a college team, Paul Brown, reached the pro ranks after a three-year stint at Ohio State and two years with the Navy during World War II. He guided the Cleveland Browns—named after Brown, their first coach—to four straight titles in the fledgling All-America Football Conference. After the league folded, the ballclub moved to the NFL in 1950, and Cleveland continued its winning ways, with Brown leading the team to championships in '50, '54, and '55. He was fired in 1963 but returned in 1968 as the co-founder and coach of the Cincinnati Bengals. His other notable accomplishments include helping to invent the face mask and breaking pro football's color barrier . - Seasons coached: 33 - Years active: 1921-53 - Record: 226-132-22 - Winning percentage: .631 - Championships: 6 An early stalwart of the NFL, Curly Lambeau spent 29 years helming the Green Bay Packers before wrapping up his coaching career with two-year stints with the Chicago Cardinals and Washington. His Packers won titles across three decades, including the league's first three-peat from 1929-31. Notably, he experienced only one losing season during his first 27 years with Green Bay, cementing his legacy of consistent success. Born in Green Bay, Lambeau co-founded the Packers and played halfback on the team from 1919-29. He was elected to the Hall of Fame as a coach and owner in 1963, two years before his death. You may also like: Countries with the most active NFL players - Seasons coached: 29 - Years active: 1960-88 - Record: 250-162-6 - Winning percentage: .607 - Championships: 2 The first head coach of the Dallas Cowboys, Tom Landry held the position for his entire 29-year tenure as an NFL coach. The Cowboys were especially dominant in the 1970s when they made five Super Bowls and won the big game twice. Landry was known for coaching strong all-around squads and a unit that earned the nickname the "Doomsday Defense." Between 1966 and 1985, Landry and his Cowboys enjoyed 20 straight seasons with a winning record. He was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1990. - Seasons coached: 26 - Years active: 1999-present - Record: 267-145-1 - Winning percentage: .648 - Championships: 3 The only active coach in the top 10, Andy Reid has posted successful runs with both the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City. After reaching the Super Bowl once in 14 years with the Eagles, Reid ratcheted things up with K.C., winning three titles since 2019. As back-to-back defending champions, Reid and Co. are looking this season to become the first franchise to three-peat in the Super Bowl era and the third to do so in NFL history after the Packers of 1929-31 and '65-67. Time will tell if Reid and his offensive wizardry can lead Kansas City to that feat. - Seasons coached: 29 - Years active: 1991-95, 2000-23 - Record: 302-165 - Winning percentage: .647 - Championships: 6 The most successful head coach of the 21st century, Bill Belichick first coached the Cleveland Browns before taking over the New England Patriots in 2000. With the Pats, Belichick combined with quarterback Tom Brady to win six Super Bowls in 18 years. Belichick and New England split after last season when the Patriots went 4-13—the worst record of Belichick's career. His name has swirled around potential coaching openings , but nothing has come of it. Belichick has remained in the media spotlight with his regular slot on the "Monday Night Football" ManningCast. - Seasons coached: 40 - Years active: 1920-29, '33-42, '46-55, '58-67 - Record: 318-148-31 - Winning percentage: .682 - Championships: 6 George Halas was the founder and longtime owner of the Chicago Bears and coached the team across four separate stints. Nicknamed "Papa Bear," he built the ballclub into one of the NFL's premier franchises behind players such as Bronko Nagurski and Sid Luckman. Halas also played for the team, competing as a player-coach in the 1920s. The first coach to study opponents via game film, he was once a baseball player and even made 12 appearances as a member of the New York Yankees in 1919. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1963 as both a coach and owner. - Seasons coached: 33 - Years active: 1963-95 - Record: 328-156-6 - Winning percentage: .677 - Championships: 2 The winningest head coach in NFL history is Don Shula, who first coached the Baltimore Colts (losing Super Bowl III to Joe Namath and the New York Jets) for seven years before leading the Miami Dolphins for 26 seasons. With the Fins, Shula won back-to-back Super Bowls in 1972 and 1973, a run that included a 17-0 season—the only perfect campaign in NFL history. He also coached quarterback great Dan Marino in the 1980s and '90s, but the pair made it to a Super Bowl just once. Shula was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1997. Story editing by Mike Taylor. Copy editing by Robert Wickwire. Photo selection by Lacy Kerrick. You may also like: The 5 biggest upsets of the 2023-24 NFL regular season Be the first to know Get local news delivered to your inbox!
AP Sports SummaryBrief at 6:11 p.m. ESTWALTHAM, Mass., Dec. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Xilio Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: XLO), a clinical-stage biotechnology company discovering and developing tumor-activated immuno-oncology therapies for people living with cancer, today announced that, effective December 1, 2024, the company granted non-qualified stock options to purchase 8,400 shares of its common stock to one new employee under Xilio Therapeutics’ 2022 Inducement Stock Incentive Plan. The stock options have an exercise price of $1.09 per share, which is equal to the closing price of the company’s common stock on November 29, 2024. Each stock option will have a ten-year term and will vest as to 25% of the shares underlying the stock option on the first anniversary following commencement of employment, and the remaining 75% of the shares underlying each stock option will vest in 36 equal monthly installments thereafter, subject to continued service with the company or any of its subsidiaries through each applicable vesting date. The stock options are subject to the terms and conditions of Xilio Therapeutics’ 2022 Inducement Stock Incentive Plan, as well as the terms and conditions of the stock option agreement covering the grant and were made as an inducement material to the individual entering into employment with the company in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4). About Xilio Therapeutics Xilio Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company discovering and developing tumor-activated immuno-oncology (I-O) therapies with the goal of significantly improving outcomes for people living with cancer without the systemic side effects of current I-O treatments. The company is using its proprietary platform to advance a pipeline of novel, tumor-activated clinical and preclinical I-O molecules that are designed to optimize the therapeutic index by localizing anti-tumor activity within the tumor microenvironment, including tumor-activated cytokines, antibodies, bispecifics and immune cell engagers. Learn more by visiting www.xiliotx.com and follow us on LinkedIn ( Xilio Therapeutics, Inc .). This press release contains hyperlinks to information that is not deemed to be incorporated by reference in this press release. Investor and Media Contact: Scott Young Vice President, Investor Relations and Corporate Communications investors@xiliotx.comIn the past three years , News Corp’s executive chairman Australia, Michael Miller , has featured in the top 10 of the Mediaweek 100 list. For the 2024 list, he has edged his way higher to occupy the top spot. Arguably, he could have received that recognition two years ago when he noted that News Corp Australia had its best year in a decade. He has been placed at the top this year though for steering the giant publisher through a tougher market. When the economy goes south, News Corp Australia feels it all over. In Australia, the company has deep tentacles into the news business via investments in print, digital and broadcast. The company was an early adopter in digital and news.com.au has been a leader in the commercial online space almost since inception. At a time when others are experimenting with paywalls, news.com.au has steadfastly kept the site free to view. When News Corp decided to get into audio, it did so with a growing range of podcasts. Leading the way was the incredible success Hedley Thomas had first with The Teacher’s Pet . Now he is doing it again with the Bronwyn series. The print titles initially offered free access to their digital versions. They all now sit behind paywalls and they have a combined subscription audience of 1m. Miller was not able to attend the Mediaweek 100 Lunch, and he sent the managing director & publisher, The Australian and prestige titles, Nicholas Gray , to accept the award on behalf of the company. Before he left Australia on his recent trip, Miller spoke to Mediaweek . See the complete list: MEDIAWEEK 100 – 2024 Our discussion started around the business climate in 2024. “It’s been a tougher year for the country,” stated Michael Miller. “ It’s not just interest rates that are on hold. It feels like Australia is on hold. People face cost pressures and aren’t spending like they were. As a result, companies have been more constrained and that has impacted all in the media.” When asked about what Miller and his teams are forecasting in terms of 2025, he explained: “We are going to have to work our way through uncertainty around the economy. It will be an election year too which outs some people on pause. We expect the first half to be challenging, but we are hopeful the second half sees some normalisation.” Mediaweek reported on a number of organisational changes within the Australian business in recent times. “I would say that every major company this year has restructured,” said Miller. “Some are still going through that. You’re seeing what’s happening at Seven and Nine in terms of their news divisions. “We’ve seen changes in the sales leadership at Seven and their structures changed. Southern Cross has gone through its own evolution. “ The industry has gone through a lot of change and we’ve probably made bigger changes because we better planned it than others. “Unfortunately, those plans became a bit more public than we would have liked. But to get it right, sometimes you’ve got to engage with groups of people.” A major concern when any media group cuts staff is the impact it could have on the product. How has News Corp gone in that regard? “Others have commented on this, that there’s been less impact on frontline journalists. We’re doing far better at sharing our journalism around the group.” He added investing in the product remains a priority. “ If I was able to get any extra dollars, I would put them into better journalism. ” Keeping the news brands fresh can be difficult with shrinking teams. Yet Miller said they have plenty up their sleeves for 2025. “We do, but we probably won’t flag them with you just yet, sorry.” “This week we launched health as an example on The Australian . You’re seeing a lot more video journalism. Things like ‘Charlotte’s Wish’ around the network his month. “If you look at what happened in Queensland, Voter Verdict [in The Courier- Mail] was a new way of reality TV on elections. The 5 @ 5 on The Daily Telegraph has done remarkably well. So they’re examples of the areas we’re leaning into.” Michael Miller with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and editor-in-chief of The Australian Michelle Gunn at the newspaper’s 60th anniversary Miller marks nine years in the role at News Corp Australia this year. In 2015 there were a number of changes at the top of News Corp Australia. Julian Cark retired and his role of CEO was taken over by Peter Tonagh , formerly COO. Michael Miller, was CEO of APN, but rejoined the company as executive chairman of News Corp Australasia. Tonagh soon handed over his responsibilities to Miller when Tonagh was appointed Foxtel CEO. Miller reports to News Corporation CEO Robert Thomson , head of the global operations. Having a period of stable leadership at News seems to have been beneficial. “I compare ourselves to football teams – and we own a share of the Brisbane Broncos,” explained Miller. “When you’ve got consistency, you tend to play better. “In both the player group and leadership group, back office, front office. News has shown that we perform consistently well through consistency of strategy and leadership . Whenever people change, they want to change things. “That doesn’t always build upon what you’ve already got, those foundations. I’m lucky I work for a company that has that mantra and that is part of our DNA.” As to media coverage about News Corp chairman Lachlan Murdoch spending more time in Australia these days, Miller commented: “I would say he’s been spending more time in Australia now for many years. It’s no different now to how it was four or five years ago. He spends a lot of time travelling as well. “We know that all the Murdochs are very passionate about news media and are great supporters of journalism.” There’s been a good supply of Australians to head office too in New York. That has been highlighted by the recent decision of group CFO Susan Panuccio to step away. Miller reminded Mediaweek there are a few others still there in addition to Robert Thomson – Damian Eales (now the CEO of Realtor.com) and Ruth Allen (chief human resources officer). “It’s good to have Aussie accents in the head office,” grinned Miller. Both Miller and Thomson have spoken about the dangers of big tech on both the industry and consumers, young and old. Miller called out The Sydney Morning Herald for what he said was its good work in the investigation it titled The 101 ways Google serves up Australians to known scammers . “One of the things that does trend is scams. Australians are waking up every morning to another hoax or fake message. “We are also very concerned about youth suicide. And also the broader impacts on all businesses. With search and social now, if you’re not on it and you’re not prominently on it and not paying to be prominent on it, it’s hard to have a business. Is that right in terms of a functioning competitive market? “I’d argue no, and I think that’s where our government’s starting to show some movement. There’s been a policy launch every week now, and I suspect there’s a few more in the coming few weeks.” Michael Miller with News Corp’s Lou Barrett and Pippa Leary Miller might have complimented Nine on their recent Google investigation, but they remain fierce competitors. Nine recently fired a broadside at News Corp when they labelled a campaign a “vendetta” to oust Kevin Rudd as US ambassador. An editorial in The SMH called the campaign a “disgrace”. Miller wasn’t about to join the fray. “I’d say as an industry, we’re working really well. We print and distribute for Nine, for example. “ Our competition is probably not each other any more. “We’re seeing that [our competition] is the tech platforms. We’re aligned on the importance of trusted media. “As an industry, we are probably far closer than what many would consider. We might have different audiences and different stories to run. I understand that if they have a different opinion, they should be able to write that. “I have lived with that sort of niggle for a good 40 years, and I’m not going to start worrying about it now.” News Corp and Nine Entertainment Co are still heavily in the print business seven days a week. When asked if News Corp runs the numbers on the print model about not publishing every paper, every day, Miller replied: “I do run the numbers and they’re still profitable. “I’ll continue to run the numbers. When it gets to a point where it becomes evident they’re not profitable [we will reconsider]. There are close to a million papers consumed every day in Australia on the weekends. Most categories would be pretty happy with that sort of day-to-day penetration.” The ad loads in those products indicate marketers still find many of the products as a useful way to reach an audience. “All traditional mass media, and TV particularly, even radio through streaming, have been disrupted. For some categories, print is still reaching a pretty defined audience, being older, wealthy Australians. ” Keeping the product daily is key to maintaining that audience. “It’s a bit like TV programming. It’s about habit, regular scheduling. Some people are in the habit of reading the printed product every day. You change it and you put that at risk. While there are some days that people are more likely, like the weekends, to consume, they’re still consuming in those large numbers, Monday to Friday, and we’ll still continue to serve that need.” See also: Michael Miller on News Corp revenues, growth targets and growing client solutions
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Thanksgiving is approaching. As loved ones come together, should they keep politics on or off the table? We have seen the polarization between the left and the right seemingly increase to where it has taken a toll on relationships. But when did we get to a point in American politics where who you vote for can create such discourse? “I think Donald Trump has a different style of politics than most conventional elected officials," said Luke Perry, distinguished professor of political science at Utica University. "He came with the business background, television background [and] no experience in government and he adopted a populous approach. He is trying to be charismatic and suggest that everyday solutions can solve the countries problems." Perry says a lot of Donald Trump’s rhetoric is politically motivated. "Trump’s political base is primarily noneducated white men," Perry said. "So the hyper-masculinity that we saw in this campaign cycle for instance is really designed to try to appeal to those people and turn them out to vote on his behalf." But not everyone agrees with this rhetoric, which has caused a divide. Perry says there’s this larger process of self-segregation that has been prevalent for some time. “They’re working at places that share their political views," Perry said. "They’re consuming news and social media that increasingly aligns with their views. So that self-segregation physically and virtually is very problematic because you don’t interact with a lot of diverse points of view if you’re only surrounding yourself with people like yourself." “And because this is such an emotionally charged topic, people have been struggling I would say quite a bit more, that I’m seeing just in my practice and also my colleagues are seeing as well,” said Tammy Zumbo, a licensed clinical social worker at Mohawk Valley Counseling. Zumbo says she is encouraging self-care for her patients. “Getting outside, if meditation might be your practice, spending time with people that bring you joy. Maybe spending time with pets and exercising,” said Zumbo. Zumbo says it’s OK to set boundaries. “Setting limits as far as what you’re comfortable talking about and what you’re not comfortable talking about," Zumbo said. "You may make an agreement as a family or as neighbors or as friends that I love you and I respect you, I just would prefer to not talk about politics and say you know I don’t see things the way you do and I can still be your friend."NEW YORK , Nov. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The global automatic doors market size is estimated to grow by USD 8.41 billion from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of over 7.2% during the forecast period. Gaining traction in construction market is driving market growth, with a trend towards increase in demand for automatic doors for cleanrooms. However, accidents and safety concerns poses a challenge. Key market players include Allegion Public Ltd. Co., ASSA ABLOY AB, Auto Ingress Pty Ltd, Avians Innovations Technology Pvt. Ltd., Deutschtec GmbH, Dormakaba Holding AG, GEZE GmbH, JM Entrance Automation Pvt. Ltd., KBB International Co. Ltd, KONE Corp., Landert Group AG, MAGNETIC FAAC India Pvt Ltd., MANUSA GEST SL, Nabtesco Corp., Ningbo Meibisheng Auto gate Co. Ltd., Ningbo Ownic Technology Door Ltd., Ozone Overseas Pvt. Ltd, PortaFab Corp., Royal Boon Edam International BV, and Vina Sanwa, Zhejiang Seacon Door Technology Co., Ltd, TORMAX USA Inc, Ultra Safe Security Doors, Vortex Industries, Inc, Wilcox Door Service Inc Key insights into market evolution with AI-powered analysis. Explore trends, segmentation, and growth drivers- View Free Sample PDF Market Driver Automatic doors are becoming increasingly popular in various sectors due to their convenience, accessibility, and safety benefits. Infrastructure development projects such as malls, airports, hotels, multiplexes, restrooms, hospitals, and commercial buildings are major consumers of automatic doors. These doors offer seamless entry and exit systems for individuals, making them ideal for public places. In the transportation sector, automatic doors are used in railway stations, bus terminals, and subway systems, enhancing the overall travel experience. Smart home applications and automation are also driving the demand for automatic doors, offering energy efficiency and privacy with mechanisms like privacy glass and opaque panels. Raw materials like metal and glass are used to manufacture automatic doors, with mechanisms including sliding and manual operation. Sensors and control systems are essential components, with options for photoelectric sensors, infrared sensors, and cable-free operation. Automatic doors offer safety features, including emergency departments, critical care units, and patient care areas, with response times crucial for emergency care. The transportation sector and commercial spaces, including office complexes, restaurants, and transportation infrastructure, are also investing in automated solutions for a hands-free, sensor-based type of experience. Building safety regulations and consumer spending power are key factors influencing the market growth of automatic doors. Additionally, automatic doors are customized to cater to various sectors, including healthcare facilities, laboratories, and educational institutions, ensuring cross-contamination and germ prevention. Overall, automatic doors offer a convenient, accessible, and safe solution for various industries and applications. The automatic doors market is witnessing significant growth due to the increasing demand for automatic doors in cleanroom environments. Cleanrooms are essential in industries such as laboratories and hospitals, where maintaining a sterile environment is crucial. Automatic doors are the preferred choice in these settings as they minimize microbial contamination and prevent cross-contamination. The integration of automatic doors in cleanrooms is becoming standard practice to ensure safety for both people and products. These doors are designed with materials that allow for the seamless integration of HVAC systems and entrances, maintaining the required microbiological levels while minimizing dust particle entry. The market for automatic doors in cleanroom applications is expected to expand substantially during the forecast period. Request Sample of our comprehensive report now to stay ahead in the AI-driven market evolution! Market Challenges Automatic doors have become a standard infrastructure in malls, airports, hotels, multiplexes, hospitals, and various commercial buildings. These doors offer convenience and accessibility for individuals, especially those with mobility issues. However, challenges exist in meeting the unique needs of different sectors. For instance, in hospitals and emergency departments, safety, energy efficiency, and response times are critical. In contrast, in smart home applications and automation, cable-free operation and seamless experience are essential. Raw materials, such as privacy glass and opaque panels, add to the cost. Mechanisms like sliding doors and manual operation require regular maintenance. Sensors and control systems, including photoelectric and infrared sensors, ensure hands-free operation in public places. Building safety regulations and consumer spending power influence the market's growth. The transportation sector, including railway stations, bus terminals, and subway systems, also presents significant opportunities. Infrastructure development projects and commercial spaces like offices, restaurants, and transportation infrastructure require automated solutions for efficient operation and enhanced user experience. Additionally, sensor-based types cater to the needs of wheelchair operators and laboratories. Privacy, cross-contamination, and germs are concerns in public places. Automatic doors offer a convenient and accessible solution for various sectors, ensuring a seamless experience while adhering to safety regulations. Automatic doors offer convenience and accessibility for businesses and their customers. However, the implementation of these doors comes with potential liabilities. Malfunctioning hardware can result in accidents, leading to financial losses for pedestrians and potential litigation against property owners. Regular maintenance is crucial to prevent such incidents. Neglecting this responsibility can result in costly lawsuits. The risks associated with automatic doors may hinder market growth, as businesses prioritize safety over convenience. Discover how AI is revolutionizing market trends- Get your access now! Segment Overview This automatic doors market report extensively covers market segmentation by 1.1 Commercial 1.2 Industrial 1.3 Residential 2.1 Sliding doors 2.2 Swing doors 2.3 Folding doors 2.4 Revolving doors 2.5 Others 3.1 Europe 3.2 North America 3.3 APAC 3.4 South America 3.5 Middle East and Africa 1.1 Commercial- Automatic doors are essential in the commercial sector due to their safety, security, and convenience features. These doors are widely used in areas requiring hygienic conditions, such as hospitals, food processing units, and public transit systems. In commercial buildings, automatic doors are implemented for quick evacuation during emergencies, ensuring the safety of occupants. Touch-free activations like foot sensors and hand-wave sensors offer added convenience for staff. Automatic doors are also popular in areas with entry and exit barriers, such as parking plazas and toll plazas. The versatility and smart features of automatic doors are driving their demand in the commercial segment, making it a significant growth area in the global automatic doors market. Download a Sample of our comprehensive report today to discover how AI-driven innovations are reshaping competitive dynamics Research Analysis The Automatic Doors market encompasses a wide range of applications including malls, airports, hotels, multiplexes, restrooms, hospitals, and smart home applications. These doors offer convenience, accessibility, and safety for individuals, making them an essential component of modern infrastructure. Automatic doors come in various types such as entry systems and exit systems, with mechanisms that include sensors like photoelectric and infrared. They can be operated manually or automatically, with cable-free operation being a popular choice for smart home automation. Automatic doors provide energy efficiency, adding to their appeal, and are integral to smart building solutions. Raw materials used in their production include metals, glass, and plastics. The market continues to evolve, offering customized solutions to meet the diverse needs of various industries. Market Research Overview The Automatic Doors market is witnessing significant growth due to the increasing demand for convenience, accessibility, and safety in various sectors. Automatic doors are increasingly being used in malls, airports, hotels, multiplexes, restrooms, hospitals, and other commercial buildings. Infrastructure development projects, railway stations, shopping malls, educational institutions, and transportation infrastructure are some of the major applications driving the market's growth. Automatic doors offer several benefits, including energy efficiency, safety mechanisms, and seamless experience. They come in various types, such as sliding automatic doors, manual operation, and sensor-based types. The market also offers customized solutions for individuals and smart home applications. Raw materials used in automatic doors include metal and glass, while mechanisms include photoelectric sensors, infrared sensors, and cable-free operation. Automated solutions and smart building solutions are also gaining popularity. The transportation sector is a significant consumer of automatic doors due to building safety regulations and consumer spending power. Automatic doors offer privacy and security with opaque panels and emergency departments, critical care units, patient care, and emergency teams benefit from quick response times and sensor-based types. Automatic doors are also used in public places such as theaters, grocery stores, and laboratories to ensure a seamless experience and prevent cross-contamination and germs. Maintenance charges are a concern, but the benefits of automatic doors outweigh the costs. Table of Contents: 1 Executive Summary 2 Market Landscape 3 Market Sizing 4 Historic Market Size 5 Five Forces Analysis 6 Market Segmentation End-user Commercial Industrial Residential Product Sliding Doors Swing Doors Folding Doors Revolving Doors Others Function Geography Europe North America APAC South America Middle East And Africa 7 Customer Landscape 8 Geographic Landscape 9 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends 10 Company Landscape 11 Company Analysis 12 Appendix About Technavio Technavio is a leading global technology research and advisory company. Their research and analysis focuses on emerging market trends and provides actionable insights to help businesses identify market opportunities and develop effective strategies to optimize their market positions. With over 500 specialized analysts, Technavio's report library consists of more than 17,000 reports and counting, covering 800 technologies, spanning across 50 countries. Their client base consists of enterprises of all sizes, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies. This growing client base relies on Technavio's comprehensive coverage, extensive research, and actionable market insights to identify opportunities in existing and potential markets and assess their competitive positions within changing market scenarios. Contacts Technavio Research Jesse Maida Media & Marketing Executive US: +1 844 364 1100 UK: +44 203 893 3200 Email: [email protected] Website: www.technavio.com/ SOURCE Technavio
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