2 hari 5 BOULDER, Colo. — Travis Hunter is a throwback-type player — an elite receiver one moment, a lockdown cornerback the next — who rarely leaves the field and has a knack for making big plays all over it. The Colorado Buffaloes' two-way standout (see: unicorn) even celebrates at an elite level, unveiling imaginative dance moves following touchdowns and interceptions, some of which include the Heisman Trophy pose. It's one of the many awards he's in line to win. Hunter is the The Associated Press college football player of the year, receiving 26 of 43 votes Thursday from a panel of AP Top 25 voters. Boise State tailback Ashton Jeanty finished second with 16 votes and Arizona State running back Cameron Skattebo received one vote. "Couldn't do what I do without my team," Hunter said in an email on a trip to Las Vegas for an awards ceremony. "So I view being up for these awards as team awards." A player with his particular set of skills doesn't come around that often. He's a flashback to the days of Charles Woodson at Michigan or Champ Bailey at Georgia. Or even his coach, Deion Sanders, a two-way star in the NFL. The prospect of significant playing time on both sides of the ball is what led Hunter to join Sanders at Jackson State and why he followed Sanders to Boulder. "Coach Prime was the only coach who would consider allowing me to do what I'm doing," said Hunter, who's expected to be a top-five pick next spring in the NFL draft, possibly even the No. 1 overall selection. "He did it and knows what it takes — how much you have to be ready on both sides of the ball." Want to fuel Hunter? Simply tell him he can't. "I'm motivated when people tell me I can't do something," Hunter said. "That I can't dominate on both sides of the ball. I want to be an example for others that anything is possible. Keep pursuing your dreams." Hunter helped the 20th-ranked Buffaloes to a 9-3 record this season and a berth in the Alamo Bowl against No. 17 BYU (10-2) on Dec. 28. He played 688 defensive snaps and 672 more on offense — the lone Power Four conference player with 30-plus snaps on both sides of the ball, according to Colorado research. Hunter has already won a second straight Paul Hornung award as the game's most versatile player. He's up for the Walter Camp (player of the year), Maxwell (most outstanding player), the Biletnikoff (best receiver) and Bednarik (top defensive player) awards. And, of course, the Heisman, where he's the odds-on favorite to win over Jeanty this weekend. Hunter can join the late Rashaan Salaam as the only Colorado players to capture the Heisman. Salaam won it in 1994 after rushing for 2,055 yards. Hunter wasn't a finalist for the Jim Thorpe Award, which goes to the nation's top defensive back. That drew the wrath of Sanders, who earned the award with Florida State in 1988 and vowed to give his trophy to Hunter. Hunter's high school coach, Lenny Gregory, knew he had a special player the summer of Hunter's freshman year. Gregory, then the coach at Collins Hill in Georgia, had a conditioning test for his players — run six 200-yard dashes with a minute rest in between. Defensive backs had to complete each in under 32 seconds. Hunter never even got winded. He played safety/cornerback and receiver as a freshman and helped Collins Hill to a state title his senior season. "I remember just talking to colleges the spring of his ninth-grade year and telling coaches that this kid's going to be the No. 1 player in the country," recounted Gregory, who's now the coach at Gordon Central High in Calhoun, Georgia. "They'd look at him and laugh at me, 'What are you talking about? This scrawny kid? He's not big enough.' I was like, 'Just watch. Just watch.'" Hunter finished the regular season with 92 catches for 1,152 yards and 14 touchdowns as a receiver. On defense, he had four interceptions, broke up 11 passes and forced one crucial fumble, which secured an OT win over Baylor. Overall, Hunter had 92 receptions and allowed 22. He hauled in 14 receiving TDs and allowed just one. He was responsible for 53 first downs and gave up just six. He was targeted 119 times by Shedeur Sanders & Co. but only 39 times by opposing QBs. Hunter's likely final game in Boulder, a rout of Oklahoma State, was a three-touchdown, one-interception performance. "I'm used to seeing him do all this spectacular stuff," Shedeur Sanders said. "I'm used to all this stuff — you all are just now seeing it on national stage." Get local news delivered to your inbox!

Ange Postecoglou does not seem prone to introspection and rarely succumbs to self doubt but maybe, just maybe, a little part of Tottenham’s manager wishes he had never left Glasgow. Things were so much simpler for the Australian when he was hoovering up trophies during his Celtic tenure. Back then Angeball not merely entertained but pretty much worked and he revelled in putting Rangers in their place. Such old certainties seemed cruel chimeras as Postecoglou failed to turn back time here, leaving his current Spurs players heading back to the airport nursing a record of only one win in their last eight matches. In truth a draw was the least Rangers deserved from a Battle of Britain punctuated by a soundtrack featuring renditions of “Sacked in the morning” aimed for Postecoglou’s ears. It was a bitterly cold night with temperatures hovering around freezing point by the Clyde but nothing could surely rival the inner chill Tottenham fans must have felt as they watched Philippe Clement’s side enhance their chances of direct progression to the Europa League’s knockout phase, leaving their guests contemplating the lottery of the playoffs following January’s final two initial stage games. Perhaps everyone had underestimated a Rangers side currently third in Scotland’s Premiership. After all they kicked off unbeaten in their previous eight fixtures and as Nedim Bajrami forced the excellent Fraser Forster into a fine save involving Tottenham’s former Celtic goalkeeper’s fingertips coming between the ball and the top corner it was easy to see why. By then Timo Werner was already underwhelming with every touch and a ferociously fast counterattacking Rangers dominated. At times Tottenham’s defence lived extremely dangerously with Forster required to save smartly from Vaclav Cerny before Bajrami somehow failed to connect with Jefté’s gloriously inviting cross that demanded to be tapped in from close range. After a slide to 11th in the Premier League and considerable debate about both the feasibility of “Angeball” and his own job security, Tottenham’s manager was in need of a restorative night on his first return to Govan but, instead, he looked increasingly stressed. For all his past success with Celtic Postecoglou won only one of his four visits to Ibrox with his old employers and here he could have done without needing to deploy Archie Gray out of position as an emergency centre-half in a defence badly missing, among others, the injured Micky van de Ven. When Forster again saved superbly from Cerny, with his feet this time, it was clear that Gray and co were struggling to cope with Rangers’ alacrity on the break. It did not help that the visitors treated the ball as a toxic object. With the exception of the efficient Yves Bissouma, they forfeited possession with alarming frequency as Clement’s players revelled in closing them down at ferociously high tempo, leaving James Maddison and co no time to sprinkle any stardust on proceedings. Rangers deservedly took the lead early in the second half. It started with a deep, lofted cross from James Tavernier and concluded with Hamza Igamane unleashing a sublime left footed shot that left Forster utterly helpless and Pedro Porro doubtless reflecting on how easily Igamane had dodged him. At least it served to galvanise Spurs and with Jack Butland finally making some important saves an equaliser beckoned. It finally arrived when Dominic Solanke and Maddison belatedly showed their class deconstructing the home rearguard before the substitute Dejan Kulusevski slipped a deceptive left-foot finish beyond Butland’s reach. Although Tavernier’s fine block subsequently denied Solanke, another substitute, a goal only further Forster brilliance prevented Cyriel Dessers from claiming a late home winner that would only have amplified those “sacked in the morning”choruses.Nexgel director Jerome Zeldis buys common stock worth $9,999

UN human rights watchdog opens investigation into Venezuela presidential electionNEW YORK , Dec. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Report on how AI is redefining market landscape - The global electrical steel market size is estimated to grow by USD 24.25 billion from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 11.29% during the forecast period. Increasing demand for electrical steel in automotive industry is driving market growth, with a trend towards expansion of production capacity by vendors. However, excess production capacity in steel manufacturing plants poses a challenge. Key market players include Ansteel Group Corp. Ltd., Aperam SA, ArcelorMittal, Arnold Magnetic Technologies Corp., Beijing Shougang Co. Ltd., China BaoWu Steel Group Corp. Ltd., China Steel Corp., Cleveland Cliffs Inc., JFE Holdings Inc., JSW Group, Nippon Steel Corp., NLMK Group, Nucor Corp., POSCO holdings Inc., Steel Authority of India Ltd., Tata Sons Pvt. Ltd., thyssenkrupp AG, United States Steel Corp., voestalpine AG, and Yieh Corp.. AI-Powered Market Evolution Insights. Our comprehensive market report ready with the latest trends, growth opportunities, and strategic analysis- View Free Sample Report PDF Forecast period 2024-2028 Base Year 2023 Historic Data 2018 - 2022 Segment Covered Type (Grain oriented electrical steel and Non-grain oriented electrical steel), End-user (Automobiles, Manufacturing, and Energy generation), and Geography (APAC, Europe, North America, Middle East and Africa, and South America) Region Covered APAC, Europe, North America, Middle East and Africa, and South America Key companies profiled Ansteel Group Corp. Ltd., Aperam SA, ArcelorMittal, Arnold Magnetic Technologies Corp., Beijing Shougang Co. Ltd., China BaoWu Steel Group Corp. Ltd., China Steel Corp., Cleveland Cliffs Inc., JFE Holdings Inc., JSW Group, Nippon Steel Corp., NLMK Group, Nucor Corp., POSCO holdings Inc., Steel Authority of India Ltd., Tata Sons Pvt. Ltd., thyssenkrupp AG, United States Steel Corp., voestalpine AG, and Yieh Corp. Key Market Trends Fueling Growth The Electrical Steel market is experiencing significant growth due to the increasing demand for magnetic materials in various applications. High permeability and low core loss are key magnetic properties driving this trend, as they are essential for efficient energy transfer in electrical devices. Steels with superior resistivity and reduced hysteresis loss are in high demand for applications in solenoids, electric motors, generators, small relays, and power distribution. The power generation sector, including hybrid vehicles and renewable energy sources, is a major consumer of electrical steel. Environmental concerns and the push for sustainability are also impacting the market. Sustainable steel production and the use of recycled materials are becoming increasingly important. Raw material prices, particularly for iron ore, coal, industrial gases, silicon, and ferroalloys, can significantly affect the market. Grain-oriented electrical steel is a popular choice for high-efficiency transformers and inductors in industrial equipment. Energy conservation and the transition to renewable energy sources are key drivers for the market, with wind turbines and hydroelectric plants being significant consumers. The power sector is undergoing modernization, with a focus on smart grids, advanced motor solutions, and electrification. The electrification of transportation, including electric and hybrid cars, is also driving demand for electrical steel. Infrastructure development, including power transmission technologies and distribution networks, is another major market. The use of amorphous alloys and nanocrystalline alloys is increasing for their superior magnetic properties and energy efficiency. Overall, the Electrical Steel market is expected to continue growing due to the increasing demand for energy-efficient electrical devices, renewable energy sources, and sustainable infrastructure. However, raw material prices and environmental challenges, including carbon emissions and climate change, may impact the market's growth. The electrical steel market is experiencing significant growth due to the increasing demand for this material in various industries. Its superior mechanical and magnetic properties make it an essential component in industrial applications. In response to this rising demand, market vendors have been expanding their production capacity. For instance, Ansteel and Ben Gang Group recently merged, becoming the world's third-largest steelmaker with an annual production capacity of 63 million tons of crude steel. Ansteel aims to increase this capacity to 70 million tons by 2025. These expansions are expected to fuel the growth of the electrical steel market in the forecast period. Insights on how AI is driving innovation, efficiency, and market growth- Request Sample! Market Challenges The Electrical Steel market faces several challenges in meeting the growing demand for magnetic materials in various industries. High permeability and low core loss are crucial magnetic properties for applications in solenoids, electric motors, generators, small relays, and power distribution. However, achieving these properties comes with challenges such as hysteresis loss and resistivity. Raw material prices for iron ore, coal, industrial gases, silicon, and ferroalloys impact the cost of production. Non-grain oriented electrical steel has higher hysteresis loss compared to grain oriented, affecting the efficiency of transformers, inductors, and industrial equipment. Environmental challenges, including carbon emissions and climate change, necessitate the transition to sustainable steel production and the use of renewable energy sources. Sustainable infrastructure development and electrification require energy-efficient vehicles, such as electric cars and hybrid cars, and advanced motor solutions. Power sector modernization, including the development of smart grids and advanced power transmission technologies, is essential to meet the increasing energy demand while minimizing energy consumption. The use of high-efficiency transformers and renewable energy sources, such as wind turbines and hydroelectric plants, is crucial to reduce carbon dioxide emissions and promote green technologies. Recycling and the use of amorphous alloys and nanocrystalline alloys in electrical devices are other solutions to address the challenges in the Electrical Steel market. The market must continue to innovate and adapt to meet the evolving needs of various industries and address the environmental challenges of the 21st century. The electrical steel market faces a significant challenge from excess production capacity, leading to low capacity utilization rates. Demand for electrical steel is expected to outpace supply during the forecast period. Factors such as low production costs, subsidies, and attractive interest rates have fueled unstructured capacity expansion in the steel industry. This surplus production in one region can impact manufacturing activities and demand in others, necessitating reasonable trade tariffs to prevent dumping and additional imports. Insights into how AI is reshaping industries and driving growth- Download a Sample Report Segment Overview This electrical steel market report extensively covers market segmentation by Type 1.1 Grain oriented electrical steel 1.2 Non-grain oriented electrical steel End-user 2.1 Automobiles 2.2 Manufacturing 2.3 Energy generation Geography 3.1 APAC 3.2 Europe 3.3 North America 3.4 Middle East and Africa 3.5 South America 1.1 Grain oriented electrical steel- Grain oriented electrical steel is a specialized type of electrical steel with exceptional magnetic properties, making it essential in various electrical and automotive applications. Its unique characteristics, such as low core loss and high magnetic permeability, enhance the efficiency of transformers and electric motors. The increasing demand for electric motors, transformers, and electric and hybrid vehicles drives the market growth. The automotive industry's shift towards electric vehicles further amplifies the demand due to improved motor performance. As energy-efficient technologies and electric mobility gain adoption, the future prospects for grain oriented electrical steel are promising, making it a crucial material for advancements in both industries. Download complimentary Sample Report to gain insights into AI's impact on market dynamics, emerging trends, and future opportunities- including forecast (2024-2028) and historic data (2018 - 2022) Research Analysis Electrical steel is a specialized type of steel used in the production of electrical components due to its unique magnetic properties. It is characterized by high permeability, low core loss, and good resistivity, making it ideal for use in applications such as solenoids, electric motors, generators, small relays, power distribution, and electricity generation. The magnetic properties of electrical steel are essential in managing magnetic flux, reducing hysteresis loss, and improving overall efficiency. Applications of electrical steel extend to various sectors, including the power sector, infrastructure development, and renewable energy. In the power sector, it is used in transformers, power grids, and distribution networks for voltage transformation and power transmission. In the renewable energy sector, it is used in wind turbines and solar power systems to maximize energy output and minimize energy loss. Additionally, electrical steel is used in high-efficiency motors, consumer electronics, and power transmission technologies. Grain-oriented electrical steel, such as Powercore, is a popular type of electrical steel due to its high magnetic permeability and uniform grain structure, making it ideal for use in large transformers and generators. Other types of electrical steel, such as distribution transformers and voltage transformation equipment, are used in power distribution networks to ensure stable and efficient power supply. In summary, electrical steel plays a crucial role in various applications, from power generation and distribution to renewable energy and consumer electronics, due to its unique magnetic properties and ability to minimize energy loss. Market Research Overview Electrical steel is a key component in various electrical and electronic applications due to its unique magnetic properties. High permeability and low core loss are essential characteristics, making it suitable for use in solenoids, electric motors, generators, small relays, power distribution, and electricity generation. The magnetic permeability of grain-oriented electrical steel is particularly important in high-efficiency transformers, distribution transformers, and voltage transformation. The demand for electrical steel is driven by the energy sector, including wind turbines, hydroelectric plants, and energy transition. Environmental challenges, such as carbon emissions and climate change, are pushing the need for sustainable infrastructure and green technologies. Recycling and renewable energy sources are also significant factors. Raw material prices, including iron ore, coal, industrial gases, silicon, and ferroalloys, can impact the cost of electrical steel production. The market also includes non-grain oriented and grain-oriented electrical steel, with the latter being preferred for applications requiring high magnetic performance. Electrical steel is used in various industries, including power generation, transmission, and distribution networks, as well as consumer electronics, industrial automation, robotics, and electromobility infrastructure. Energy conservation and efficiency are critical considerations, with a focus on high-efficiency motors, advanced motor solutions, and smart grids. The electrical steel market is influenced by various factors, including hysteresis loss, magnetic flux, and power sector trends. Renewable energy sources, infrastructure development, and electrification are driving growth, while carbon emissions and sustainability concerns are shaping the market's future direction. Table of Contents: 1 Executive Summary 2 Market Landscape 3 Market Sizing 4 Historic Market Size 5 Five Forces Analysis 6 Market Segmentation Type Grain Oriented Electrical Steel Non-grain Oriented Electrical Steel End-user Automobiles Manufacturing Energy Generation Geography APAC Europe North America Middle East And Africa South America 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: media@technavio.com Website: www.technavio.com/ View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/electrical-steel-market-to-grow-by-usd-24-25-billion-2024-2028-fueled-by-rising-demand-in-automotive-report-highlights-ais-impact-on-market-trends---technavio-302320908.html SOURCE Technavio © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.

Cytokinetics Announces Inducement Grants Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4)Emotional Coleen Rooney bursts into tears as she reunites with her sons in I'm A Celeb camp as she confesses 'I've missed you so much' For all the latest news from the jungle follow our I'm A Celeb live blog Have YOU got a story? Email tips@dailymail.com By KIRSTEN MURRAY FOR MAILONLINE Published: 09:00 AEDT, 7 December 2024 | Updated: 09:14 AEDT, 7 December 2024 e-mail 13 View comments Coleen Rooney burst into tears after she was greeted by her mother Colette during Friday's emotional episode of I'm A Celeb. The friends and family of the remaining I'm A Celebrity campmates surprised their loved ones and the WAG, 38, was overcome with emotion after she ran to give her mum a huge hug as she exclaimed: 'I don't want you to leave me now!' Yet that wasn't the only surprise for the mother-of-four, as she was interrupted by a 'boo' in the background and turned over her shoulder to see her youngest sons Kit, eight, and Cass, six, running into camp to give their mum a hug. Kit joked: 'She stinks!' as he hugged her before updating her on some special news from the football pitch as he shared: 'I won City!' and she replied: 'Brilliant, did you score?' An emotional Kit nodded, as Coleen reassured him: 'I'm crying because I'm happy, because I've missed you so much!' Coleen wasted no time at all giving her mum and two boys a tour of the camp, including her bed and the dunny, before Cass tried on her jungle hat. Emotional Coleen Rooney burst into tears as she reunited with her sons in I'm A Celeb camp as she confessed 'I've missed you so much' The WAG, 38, was overcome with emotion after she ran to give her mum a huge hug as she exclaimed: 'I don't want you to leave me now!' Giving them an emotional hug goodbye she told the boys it was only a couple more days and then it would be the countdown to Christmas . Meanwhile Danny Jones was also left fighting back his tears after he was reunited with his wife Georgia and son Cooper, six. His son said: 'I'm really excited to see my dad! a s Georgia added: 'He's been doing amazing, he said he wanted to make you proud didn't he, and show you how to be brave. We think he's achieved that.' As Danny came around the corner to see his wife and son, he couldn't believe his eyes and dropped down to give Cooper and Georgia a big joint hug as he fought back tears as he asked his son: 'Are you crying happy tears as well?' An emotional Danny said: 'That was the best surprise I think I've ever had in my life, just an amazing feeling,' as Cooper joked: 'Luckily you haven't been voted out yet!' Danny asked 'Have you been telling everyone at school to vote for me?' As Cooper nodded. With Cooper in his arms, he told her and Georgia: 'Honestly this place is an amazing place, even though it's been challenging. It just makes you realise how much you love people and you put stuff into perspective.' Saying their goodbyes, Cooper hugged his dad tight for one last time as he said: 'I don't wanna let go!' Coleen was joined by her mum Colette and youngest sons Kit, eight, and Cass, six, running into camp to give their mum a hug Coleen looked overjoyed as her sons joined her in camp Coleen said: 'I'm crying because I'm happy, because I've missed you so much!' She ran into her mum's arms Danny Jones was also left fighting back his tears after he was reunited with his wife Georgia and son Cooper, six As Danny came around the corner to see his wife and son, as he fought back tears and asked his son: 'Are you crying happy tears as well?' GK Barry couldn't believe her eyes when she saw her mum Lorretta sat down at the creek as she shrieked and welled up. Giving her mum a hug she joked: 'Do I smell?' before adding: 'I've missed you guys so much!' The social media star has struck a firm but unlikely friendship with Reverend Richard Coles as she explained: 'But you and the Rev, everyone's talking about you and the Rev! 'He's a very calming influence on you' As she added: 'I think you and the Rev should go on the road!' Speaking about one of their rogue conversations, her mum joked: 'Did you really have to talk about scissoring?! Everyone knows about that now!' Richard was joined by his brother Will as the vicar joked: 'We've met in some funny places, haven't we? but this is really the funniest of them all!' Will told Richard that partner, Dickie sent his love and that they have two weeks camping in Bognor Regis to look forward to when they get back, to which Richard replied: 'Great!' Sharing his experience, he said: 'The people are great, we've had a really, really good time and everything that's worked, has worked because we've all come together.' GK Barry couldn't believe her eyes when she saw her mum Lorretta sat down at the creek as she shrieked and welled up Speaking about one of their rogue conversations, her mum joked: 'Did you really have to talk about scissoring?! Everyone knows about that now!' Richard was joined by his brother Will as the vicar joked: 'We've met in some funny places, haven't we? but this is really the funniest of them all!' In an emotional moment Will gushed: 'Seriously, we are really super proud of you,' as Richard replied: 'Don't say that, that's embarrassing!' Oti Mabuse reunited with her husband Marius as he gifted his wife with an outfit her daughter had worn the day before Marking their ten year anniversary, Marius revealed he has bought the dancer a new ring, as an excited Oti couldn't wait to try it on In an emotional moment Will gushed: 'Seriously, we are really super proud of you,' as Richard replied: 'Don't say that, that's embarrassing!' Will continued: 'Don't be embarrassed, allow yourself to be showered with love and glory and all of that malarkey.' 'Whatever you do, whether you stay right through the end or whether you're out sooner, you've just done wonders. Boy done good!' Oti Mabuse reunited with her husband Marius as he gifted his wife with an outfit her daughter had worn the day before. A crying Oti hugged and smelt it, as she declared: 'This is the perfect gift!' Marking their ten year anniversary, Marius revealed he has bought the dancer a new ring, as an excited Oti couldn't wait to try it on. Oti said: 'This is exactly what I needed to spur me on until the end.' As they went their separate ways, Oti gave him lots of kisses goodbye and she told him: 'I love you.' Coleen couldn't wipe the smile off her face as she hugged her sons Later on, a surprised Alan found his brother Stephen waiting for him in the jungle clearing as he asked 'How's Sienna?' Later on, a surprised Alan found his brother Stephen waiting for him in the jungle clearing as he asked 'How's Sienna?' Stephen explained: 'Everyone's proud of you, Sienna especially, she's watching every night.' Getting emotional, Alan said: 'Will you speak to her, yeah, and give her my love? I've missed her a lot, it's been tough!' Asking his brother if he'd lost any weight whilst being in the jungle, Stephen replied: 'You have lost weight, when we see you in the shower on the telly I thought I'm the fat kid now! I'm the fat brother!' Prompting Alan to laugh and cheer: 'Yeaaah!' When the time came to say their goodbyes, Alan gave his brother a final, long hug, and said 'Obviously give everyone my love but make sure you speak to Sienna and just tell her I miss her. It comes after Maura Higgins and Barry McGuigan became the latest contestants to be evicted from I'm A Celeb just days before the final. It was a double eviction during Thursday's episode after celebrities had the chance to win immunity and go straight through to the final and the famous Cyclone challenge in a new twist which debuted this series. After the contestants went head to head in Wednesday's trial, winners Maura Higgins, Oti Mabuse , Coleen Rooney and Danny Jones battled it out for immunity in a final challenge at the Arcade of Agony. But it was Oti who was victorious as the dancer completed the Tetris like challenge in the quickest time and won the golden ticket. However the immunity twist has left the show embroiled in fix rows as fans took to Twitter to share their disappointment that they didn't have full autonomy over the votes. They wrote: 'Anyone else feeling like the Golden ticket to Cyclone has taken something away from us as the viewers? Coleen shares sons Kai, 15, Klay, 11, Kit, eight and Cass, six, with her husband Wayne It comes after Maura Higgins and Barry McGuigan were the latest contestants to be evicted from the camp just days before the final as show becomes embroiled in 'fix' row It was a double eviction during Thursday's episode after celebrities had the chance to win immunity and go straight through to the final in a new twist which debuted this series 'One of the biggest parts of this show is us voting to see our faves in this iconic trial. (No hate to Oti intended, love her. Just a thought and not that serious.)'; 'This feels like a fix. I reckon Oti was low in the voting and she somehow had a 'technique' that helped her win?'; 'For a bit, it felt like producers may have been trying to rig it for either Maura and Coleen to get through but didn't expect Oti to be smarter at figuring it out'. However others were overjoyed that Oti had won as they added: 'I am so glad Oti won the golden ticket, she really deserves that'. Meanwhile Maura was met by her friend Talia off the bridge because her 'Mammy' Sharon was unable to make the 22-hour flight Down Under. A late arrival alongside the Reverend Richard Coles, 63, the pair struck up an unlikely friendship when they were tasked with being the 'villains' of the camp by staying in the luxury Jungle junkyard. So entertaining is their partnership, that fans have since called for the pair to have their own television show when the Reverend comes out of the Jungle. Admitting she had a 'gut feeling' she told Ant and Dec in her exit interview: 'I'm really happy. I said it this morning it's my time, I had a gut feeling and they're never wrong. Oti Mabuse won immunity ahead of the final as she received a 'golden ticket' through to the Cyclone trial after battling it out with Coleen Rooney, Danny Jones and Maura Higgins However the immunity twist has left the show embroiled in fix rows as fans took to Twitter to share their disappointment that they didn't have full autonomy over the votes However others were overjoyed that Oti had won as they added: 'I am so glad Oti won the golden ticket, she really deserves that' Barry captured the nation after he opened up about the death of his daughter, Danika, who died aged 33 from bowel cancer in 2019 after a shock diagnosis Read More I'm A Celeb fans SLAM 'manipulative' twist as it is revealed one celebrity will win immunity 'I didn't think I would embrace it as much as i have and I loved every single second. It's mad how it changes you.' Sharing her love for the Richard she revealed he is her winner as she continued: 'I absolutely love Reverend Coles, he is so hilarious the things he comes out with shocks me and I don't get shocked much' The star added: 'One thing I said when I came in was I do not want to say 'I'm a Celebrity Ge tme out of here' and I still don't know how I did that trial with spiders. I'm much tougher than I ever thought.' Later on I'm A Celebrity Unpacked she joked: 'I take the Lord's name in vain quite a lot and of course I was put in there with a Reverend of all people, but we just clicked.' Maura also admitted: 'I missed my Mammy, I've just been on facetime with her.' Also eliminated, Barry was reunited with his wife of 40 years, Sandra, after two weeks in the Australian jungle as she met him off the bridge. Speaking with hosts Ant and Dec he said: 'I'm the original cyclone, so I'm disappointed that I'm not slipping and looking like a clown in it. 'The Jungle was much tougher than I expected, the food was the toughest part, everything tasted bland and ridiculous.' The boxing legend also opened up on his sweet bond with McFly's Danny Jones, as he added: 'I think he's going to be the King, he's a great fella. We have a lot in common because my dad was a musician and I loved his creativity.' A late arrival alongside the Reverend Richard Coles, 63, the pair struck up an unlikely friendship and are in talks to front their own show Barry was reunited with his wife of 40 years, Sandra, after two weeks in the Australian jungle as she met him off the bridge He also told Sam on the spin off show: 'I knew as son as I saw Danny we were going to get on because he has the same humour as my sons. 'He is so talented and hilariously funny. He hasn't had a great relationship with his Dad and I said: 'I'll be your Dad'. He's a great fella and I truly think we'll be friends for life.' The former sportsman also gushed about his family as he added: 'I'm madly in love with my wife, we've been together since 1981 and I can't wait to see my grandchildren.' The father-of-four captured the nation after he opened up about the death of his daughter, Danika, who died aged 33 from bowel cancer in 2019 after a shock diagnosis. Struggling with her health at an early age, the award-winning Philomena actress was diagnosed with Leukaemia when she was 11 years old. And in what has come to be known as the most emotional moment in I'm A Celebrity's 22-year run, the Northern Irish boxing champion told his campmates about his relenting grief. Maura was met by her friend Talia off the bridge because her 'Mammy' Sharon was unable to make the 22-hour flight Down Under Later on I'm A Celebrity Unpacked she joked: 'I take the Lord's name in vain quite a lot and of course I was put in there with a Reverend of all people, but we just clicked' He said: '[Danika] had leukaemia when I was making The Boxer with Daniel Day-Lewis. 'Three weeks from the end I had to leave because she'd been diagnosed with leukaemia. 'They thought she wasn't going to get better but she fought back and she won it. She had two years of chemo.' As he began to cry campmates gathered around with McFly frontman Danny Jones and NDubz's Tulisa Contostavlos offering a hug, as Barry gushed: 'Thank you, you're all so lovely, I really appreciate it.' Later going to tell Loose Women's Jane Moore about Danika's second and final bout with cancer, he said: 'She had pains in her tummy but she was making the movie, she put it off and went to the doctor, called us all in. 'Stage 4 bowel cancer, 5 weeks, 5 weeks she died.' Meanwhile during her time in the Jungle, Maura lifted the lid about her rumoured relationship with the Strictly star, Pete Wicks, and revealed they had been dating and she missed him. Admitting she had a 'gut feeling' she told Ant and Dec in her exit interview: 'I'm really happy. I said it this morning it's my time, I had a gut feeling and they're never wrong' Sharing her love for the Richard she revealed he is her winner as she continued: 'I absolutely love Reverend Coles, he is so hilarious the things he comes out with shocks me and I don't get shocked much' Meanwhile during her time in the Jungle, Maura lifted the lid about her rumoured relationship with the Strictly star, Pete Wicks, and revealed they had been dating and she missed him She said: 'I am single but I was dating someone before I came out here.' When asked if she and the TOWIE, 39, were exclusively dating, she revealed she didn't know but this relationship felt 'different because we've known each other for so long'. Later on the spin off show Sam Thompson, who is Pete Wicks's best friend, teased: 'Just say Pete, we all know that's who you've missed most. We've all been talking about it. All I can say is, welcome to the family.' It came as sources close to Wicks told the Mail on Sunday that he had ended his 'fling' with his Strictly partner, Jowita Przystal, to 'try and win Maura back' who he is 'smitten' about. A friend said: 'Before Maura entered the jungle, Pete wanted to make their relationship exclusive but Maura, aware of Pete's reputation and his close bond with Jowita, decided to slow things down. She gave him an ultimatum: either commit to her or let it go and she went to the Jungle as a single woman.' Since then, the reality TV lothario has gone all-in, openly expressing his feelings to anyone who'll listen and is showing his support for her on his Instagram page by asking people to vote for Maura. Meanwhile, her mother Sharon, who Maura has called her 'therapist', said she 'didn't know anything' about Pete and that he was 'just some friend of Maura's'. Coleen Rooney Danny Jones Share or comment on this article: Emotional Coleen Rooney bursts into tears as she reunites with her sons in I'm A Celeb camp as she confesses 'I've missed you so much' e-mail Add comment

AP Sports SummaryBrief at 4:13 p.m. ESTRed Sox new-look bullpen taking shape, but questions remain

The Red Sox made their first big signing of the offseason Tuesday, inking veteran reliever Aroldis Chapman to a one-year, $10.75 million contract. The deal, which is pending a physical, also includes $250,000 in potential bonuses. Chapman confirmed the deal, posting a photo of himself in a Red Sox cap on social media. The Cuban-born lefty made his major league debut with the Cincinnati Reds in 2010. Since leaving Cincinnati in 2015, he’s primarily pitched for the New York Yankees (two stints), as well as the Chicago Cubs, Kansas City Royals, Texas Rangers, and Pittsburgh Pirates. One of MLB’s hardest-throwing pitchers, Chapman is a seven-time All-Star, was American League Reliever of the Year in 2019, and has won two World Series (’16 Cubs, ’23 Rangers). He also has the distinction of being the first Yankees pitcher to ever give up a home run to Rafael Devers, on Aug. 13, 2017 at Yankee Stadium. The signing, however, is a controversial move for the Red Sox. In 2016, Chapman became the first player ever suspended by Major League Baseball and the MLB Players Association under their Joint Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and Child Abuse Policy , which they’d enacted in 2015. The then-Yankees closer served a 30-game suspension at the beginning of the ’16 season after an Oct. 30, 2015 incident at his Florida home. He fired a gun eight times in his garage, and his 22-year-old girlfriend alleged that he’d choked her. “I’m apologizing because of the use of the gun,” Chapman told reporters at spring training in March 2016. He acknowledged that he used “bad judgement,” but maintained that he never physically harmed his girlfriend. While prosecutors declined to prosecute due to conflicting accounts and insufficient evidence, MLB’s own investigation yielded enough to penalize Chapman. And unlike the performance-enhancing drug policy, players who serve DV suspensions are allowed to participate in that year’s postseason. Three days after the one-year anniversary of the incident that led to his suspension, Chapman picked up the win in Game 7 of the World Series, ending Chicago’s 108-year championship drought. In signing Chapman, the Red Sox are signaling a pivot in organizational values. Boston notably backed out of acquiring Chapman from Cincinnati during the 2015 Winter Meetings. The Dodgers then reached an agreement with the Reds, only to walk away for the same reason. After reports of Chapman’s incident surfaced and MLB opened an investigation, the Yankees traded for him on Dec. 28. A few years later, the Red Sox made a similar decision. Despite needing bullpen reinforcements at the 2018 trade deadline, then-president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski made it clear that the club hadn’t pursed Toronto Blue Jays closer Roberto Osuna, who was serving a 75-game DV suspension (and appearing in court) at the time. “We were not going that route,” manager Alex Cora told reporters before the Red Sox demolished Osuna and his new team, the Houston Astros, in that year’s ALCS. “After 2015, we agreed to send (top prospects Manuel) Margot and Marco Hernandez to the Reds for Chapman, but it fell apart when we discovered disturbing details about his domestic dispute,” former Red Sox assistant general manager Zack Scott wrote on X . “We actually informed the Reds about it. We pivoted to (Craig) Kimbrel, and Chapman went to the Yankees. I guess enough time has passed without incident for the Sox to be OK with it now.” You can find every Red Sox offseason update on the Boston Herald’s 2024-25 live tracker !

Acquisition expands suite of solutions in financial analysis, forensic accounting, eDiscovery, and construction related advisory to attorneys involved in litigation, arbitration, and mediation WEYMOUTH, Mass. , Dec. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Vertex Companies, LLC ("Vertex") is pleased to announce the acquisition of LitCon Group, LLC ("LitCon"), a highly respected financial analysis, forensic accounting, construction consulting, and eDiscovery firm. Vertex is a multidisciplinary professional services firm providing forensics, expert services, construction project advisory, and compliance and regulatory solutions. This partnership expands Vertex's bench of financial accounting and delay experts, broadening its forensic and technical consulting capabilities across the globe. "The LitCon and Vertex partnership immediately benefits our clients," stated David Tortorello , CEO of The Vertex Companies. "As a firm with financial advisory and forensic accountants working alongside construction and forensic engineering experts, our expanded team performs expert services for comprehensive commercial damages, fraud and investigations, as well as government contracts." LitCon performs financial analysis, forensic accounting, technology, and construction-related delay and damages expert services for clients involved in litigation, arbitration, and mediation. LitCon provides expertise for construction disputes, government contracts, insurance claims, and commercial litigation. The team delivers expert-led litigation technology, project management, and advisory services, and supports specialty industries like solar and oil & gas. Vertex's multi-disciplined professional services, global clients, and commitment to quality, value and continuous growth opportunities make it an excellent fit for LitCon. LitCon and its clients will have direct access to Vertex's resources and suite of specialized services. LitCon's founder, Robert Peterson explained, "With a combined team, LitCon and Vertex will be able to enhance our service offerings and geographic reach, while maintaining the high standard of technical expertise and value our clients expect." About LitCon Group, LLC Established in December 2005 , LitCon is a financial, technical, advisory, and expert services firm. In addition to supporting attorneys and clients involved in litigation, arbitration, and mediation, LitCon provides other consulting services to clients through expert-led technology and eDiscovery solutions, and advises clients on best practices for successful or compliant performance. LitCon has a strong track record with projects relating to construction, government contracts, commercial litigation, insurance, and energy. They have successfully assisted clients in numerous matters involving airports, power generation, government and military construction, weapons systems, environmental remediation, commercial and mixed-use construction, infrastructure, manufacturing, nuclear power, pharmaceuticals, real estate, oil & gas, software, government services, and antitrust. LitCon's approach involves detailed analysis, in-depth knowledge of facts and evidence, and clear communication in court. Additional information about LitCon is available at https://litcongroup.com/ About The Vertex Companies, LLC Vertex, a portfolio company of Wind Point Partners, is a professional services firm that provides expert witness and dispute resolution services, forensic consulting, surety consulting, construction project advisory and compliance and regulatory consulting throughout the globe. Vertex focuses on bettering outcomes for its clients, colleagues, and communities by cleaning the environment, advising during the development and construction of communities, and solving complex challenges to provide a more sustainable, safe, and just world. ENR consistently ranks Vertex as a top engineering design firm, construction/program management firm and environmental firm. Vertex also ranks as a "Best Firm to Work For" in the industry, which underscores their commitment to employees. Additional information about Vertex's growth strategy and solutions is available at www.vertexeng.com . Media Contact Lisa Dehner , Head of Marketing, ldehner@vertexeng.com View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/vertex-acquires-litcon-group-302321532.html SOURCE The Vertex Companies, LLC © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.

https://arab.news/2j36d ALBANY, N.Y.: New York on Friday repealed a seldom-used, more than century-old law that made it a crime to cheat on your spouse — a misdemeanor that once could have landed adulterers in jail for three months. Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a bill repealing the statute, which dates back to 1907 and has long been considered antiquated as well as difficult to enforce. “While I’ve been fortunate to share a loving married life with my husband for 40 years — making it somewhat ironic for me to sign a bill decriminalizing adultery — I know that people often have complex relationships,” she said. “These matters should clearly be handled by these individuals and not our criminal justice system. Let’s take this silly, outdated statute off the books, once and for all.” Adultery bans are actually law in several states and were enacted to make it harder to get a divorce at a time when proving a spouse cheated was the only way to get a legal separation. Charges have been rare and convictions even rarer. Some states have also moved to repeal their adultery laws in recent years. New York defined adultery as when a person “engages in sexual intercourse with another person at a time when he has a living spouse, or the other person has a living spouse.” The state’s law was first used a few weeks after it went into effect, according to a New York Times article, to arrest a married man and 25-year-old woman. State Assemblymember Charles Lavine, sponsor of the bill, said about a dozen people have been charged under the law since the 1970s, and just five of those cases resulted in convictions. “Laws are meant to protect our community and to serve as a deterrent to anti-social behavior. New York’s adultery law advanced neither purpose,” Lavine said in a statement Friday. The state’s law appears to have last been used in 2010, against a woman who was caught engaging in a sex act in a park, but the adultery charge was later dropped as part of a plea deal. New York came close to repealing the law in the 1960s after a state commission tasked with evaluating the penal code said it was nearly impossible to enforce. At the time, lawmakers were initially on board with removing the ban but eventually decided to keep it after a politician argued that repealing it would make it seem like the state was officially endorsing infidelity, according to a New York Times article from 1965.None

Amanda Bynes steps out in LA after going public with her ongoing weight loss journeyLeave it to OMSI to offer a chemistry lesson at the ice rink. The new indoor synthetic ice rink at Portland’s science museum is made of high-density polyethylene plastic, created by Swiss company Glice . A sign next to the new rink shows the chemical structure of polymers like those in “Glice,” specifically engineered to replicate the smoothness of ice and produce a low coefficient of friction. “OMSI on Ice” is the museum’s first time hosting an indoor synthetic ice rink, and it’s the first holiday event the museum has hosted since it discontinued its “ Gingerbread Adventures ” program during the pandemic. “With this route, we’re going for something a little bit different, a little bit more active, and still having that community vibe,” said April Abate, OMSI’s director of membership and guest services. And OMSI has purchased the rink, so expect it to become a regular feature each winter. At 20 feet by 40 feet, this skating rink is tiny compared with the 50-by-100 temporary outdoor ice rink at the west end of the Morrison Bridge. The rink can be found inside OMSI’s auditorium, which has been turned into a cozy holiday oasis illuminated by Christmas lights. For children too young to skate, tables have been set up with board games and coloring activities. Lubricants are sprayed over the rink surface to allow for better gliding. During a preview day Friday, OMSI staff were still perfecting that lubricant-to-Glice ratio. While a staff member skated with ease during a demonstration, this reporter found it difficult, with not quite the same glide as real ice. If you’re looking for a true indoor ice skating experience, you’ll have better luck at Lloyd Center . But if you’re looking for a way to tire out the kids on a cold and rainy day, OMSI’s ice rink should do the trick. The skating rink is open during most of OMSI’s regular operating hours through Jan. 1. Tickets for 30-minute time slots can be reserved online, and up to 15 tickets can be purchased for each session. Tickets are $9 for adults, $8 for seniors, $7 for children ages 5 to 13, and half price for OMSI members. (And if you’re thinking of buying an OMSI membership, those are 20% off starting Nov. 23 .) Rink admission includes free skate rentals. Ice skating supports are also available. Learn more or buy tickets online at omsi.edu/exhibits/ice-rink . Looking for other places to ice skate? Check out our roundup of Portland-area ice rinks . — Samantha Swindler covers features for The Oregonian/OregonLive and Here is Oregon . Reach her at sswindler@oregonian.com .

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I'm A Celebrity's Ant and Dec cheekily called out Dean McCullough for a rule violation, leaving viewers in fits of laughter. The radio host has been one of the most discussed contestants this year after he dramatically quit trials early. In last night's episode, he was caught breaking show rules by sneaking a teabag into a pot of boiling water, much to the hosts' disapproval. During Friday's (November 22) episode of the ITV reality hit, Danny and Dean ventured down to the Bushtucker Trial area to face 'The High Street of Horrors'. Maura and Richard, shocked to learn they'd be joining them, also headed down to the Trial area for the day's Bushtucker Trial, unaware of what awaited them. Maura and Richard were the first to arrive and were greeted by Ant and Dec, who asked how they were finding the Jungle Junkyard. Ant and Dec informed the pair that since they successfully had a bed delivered from main camp the previous day, they won three portions of food for the junk food buffet. They were also told that the Trial was their next chance to keep up the pretence, as they had to convince Danny and Dean that they had already participated in 'The Deadly Department Store' to try and win 2 stars for their dinner, but failed. Maura and Richard dived headfirst into the act, smearing each other with feathers and molasses with exemplary theatrics. When Dean and Danny arrived, Ant quipped: "Dean welcome once again. Two out of the last three you shouted 'I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here. I'm not angry anymore just disappointed.", reports the Express . He then briefed Dean and Danny on their impending Trial challenge details. It involved scouring three shops for stars that could earn them meals for camp within a set timeframe for their shopping spree. Beginning at the 'Grim Grocers', Dean and Danny had three minutes to secure three stars. A keen Danny raced into the shop so swiftly that he stumbled, while Dean faced his greatest fear—fish guts. With two stars won, they continued to the 'Electrifying Electrical store', snatching two more stars from a potential three in the time allotted. . The elusive star they missed was playfully revealed by Ant and Dec to be hidden inside the kettle, ribbing Dean with, "We thought you'd have gone straight for the kettle, we know you love a cup of tea! ". Afterwards, fans didn't miss a beat, flooding social media with reactions to the banter over Dean's rule infraction. One viewer took to X, formerly known as Twitter and said: "THE TEA SHADEEE I CANT #ImACeleb." Another commented: "Ant and dec are absolutely trolling dean now with stars in the kettle #ImACeleb" A third joked: ""How do you they know about the tea? "DEAN YOU ARE LITERALLY ON A REALITY SHOW WITH CAMERAS FILMING 24/7 #ImACeleb." One said: "We know how much you like a cup of tea dean? #ImACeleb." Meanwhile another added: "THEY PUT THE STAR IN THE KETTLE AHAHAHAHA DANNY IS LOVING THE TEA JOKES #ImACeleb." I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! airs at 9pm on ITV1 and ITVXWEST PALM BEACH, Fla.— President-elect Donald Trump on Saturday threatened 100% tariffs against a bloc of nine nations if they act to undermine the U.S. dollar. His threat was directed at countries in the so-called BRIC alliance, which consists of Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran and the United Arab Emirates. Turkey, Azerbaijan and Malaysia have applied to become members and several other countries have expressed interest in joining. While the U.S. dollar is by far the most-used currency in global business and has survived past challenges to its preeminence, members of the alliance and other developing nations say they are fed up with America’s dominance of the global financial system. The dollar represents roughly 58% of the world’s foreign exchange reserves, according to the IMF and major commodities like oil are still primarily bought and sold using dollars. The dollar’s dominance is threatened, however, with BRICS’ growing share of GDP and the alliance’s intent to trade in non-dollar currencies — a process known as de-dollarization. Trump, in a Truth Social post, said: “We require a commitment from these Countries that they will neither create a new BRICS Currency, nor back any other Currency to replace the mighty U.S. Dollar or, they will face 100% Tariffs, and should expect to say goodbye to selling into the wonderful U.S. Economy.” At a summit of BRIC nations in October, Russian President Vladimir Putin accused the U.S. of “weaponizing” the dollar and described it as a “big mistake.” What to know about Trump’s second term: Staffing the administration: Here are the people Trump has picked for key positions so far. Plus, a look at recess appointments and how could Trump use them to fill his Cabinet. Follow all of our coverage as Donald Trump assembles his second administration. “It’s not us who refuse to use the dollar,” Putin said at the time. “But if they don’t let us work, what can we do? We are forced to search for alternatives.” Russia has specifically pushed for the creation of a new payment system that would offer an alternative to the global bank messaging network, SWIFT, and allow Moscow to dodge Western sanctions and trade with partners. Trump said there is “no chance” BRIC will replace the U.S. dollar in global trade and any country that tries to make that happen “should wave goodbye to America.” Research shows that the U.S. dollar’s role as the primary global reserve currency is not threatened in the near future. An Atlantic Council model that assesses the dollar’s place as the primary global reserve currency states the dollar is “secure in the near and medium term” and continues to dominate other currencies. Trump’s latest tariff threat comes after he threatened to slap 25% tariffs on everything imported from Mexico and Canada, and an additional 10% tax on goods from China, as a way to force the countries to do more to halt the flow of illegal immigration and drugs into the U.S. He has since held a call with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, who said Thursday she is confident that a tariff war with the United States can be averted. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau returned home Saturday after meeting Trump, without assurances the president-elect will back away from threatened tariffs on Canada. Source: AP