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The Rotterdam resident began collecting monthly Social Security disability payments, which ultimately proved too little to support the 66-year-old who also supports her autistic adult son. Soon after retiring, Geloso found herself standing in a snaking line along Nott Terrace in Schenectady waiting to receive free food distributed by Street Soldiers, a grassroots, volunteer-run organization that distributes everything from pre-portioned meals to bread and socks, in the parking lot next to Zion Lutheran Church. “It’s tough and it’s getting tougher,” Geloso said. “Rent is going up. I got a $33 increase for my Social Security for 2025. That’s the cost-of-living adjustment. I mean, $33? Where is that going to go?” Geloso joined a coalition of around a dozen members of the Schenectady County Food Council — including lawmakers, pantry operators and volunteers — to call on New York state to increase funding for programs aimed at curbing food insecurity, and to increase the minimum benefit under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program from the current $23 to $100. Gathered in front of a statue depicting a homeless Jesus Christ sleeping on a bench between St. Luke’s Catholic Church and its parish center on State Street in Schenectady, the group called on the state to increase funding for the Hunger Prevention and Nutrition Assistance Program and Nourish New York by $75 million each. The programs provide funding to assist food banks and purchase New York-grown items for distribution. It’s a move that would benefit the thousands throughout the county who struggle to put food on the table each month, according to Maura Furey, a volunteer with Street Soldiers in Schenectady. Furey was overcome with emotion as she told just a handful of stories of the hundreds who line up each month amid bone-chilling temperatures and rain to receive food to get through each week. The lines have continued to grow amid raising rents and inflationary pressures that have forced many to choose between buying food or paying a utility, she said. Many who line up have young children and travel great distances on foot due to a lack of transportation, Furey said. She told the story of one woman who apologized to volunteers for being late because the friend she lives with was using the only pair of shoes in the household. Then, there’s another woman who stresses about how she’ll get to her doctor’s appointment and how she’ll pay for it all. “If we take away where they’re going to get their next meal, how can we expect them to rise above all the other complications that they are facing?” Furey said. “If we think about what they go through on a day-to-day basis as a mile walk, some of them have run a marathon before the rest of us have even opened our eyes.” Last week, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced an additional $27.5 million in funding for the Hunger Prevention and Nutrition Assistance Program and Nourish New York. The funding was awarded to 11 organizations supporting more than 2,600 food pantries, soup kitchens and shelters across the state. Among those receiving funding is the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York, the Latham-based food bank that services the Capital Region, including pantries in Schenectady County. "New Yorkers always help our neighbors when they're in a tough spot, and our efforts to provide food for those in need will deliver more than 400 million meals in the comings months," Hochul said in a statement. Food insecurity has long been an issue in Schenectady County, where poverty rates are high in some parts and access to grocery stores can be difficult. Around 12% of Schenectady residents live in poverty, according to the latest data from the U.S. Census Bureau, which shows poverty rates range from 2.7% in the town of Niskayuna up to 21% in the city of Schenectady. The county is home to more than 159,000 residents, according to the data. But the number of residents applying for SNAP benefits has been increasing each month and currently hovers around 22,000, according to Michelle Ostrelich, a county legislator who chairs of the Legislature's Health, Housing and Human Services Committee. The number of households in the county receiving SNAP benefits rose to 11,847 in July, according to the latest state data. That’s a 9% increase compared to July 2019, when 10,852 households were receiving the benefit. A total of 21,731 Schenectady County residents were receiving SNAP benefits as of this July, according to the latest data available. That’s up from 20,473 in July 2019 — a 6% increase. Ostrelich said the county receives between 800 and 1,000 SNAP applications each month. “SNAP is a crucial program that is proven to reduce poverty, improve health outcomes and help local economies thrive,” she said. “Yet the current minimums are so very insufficient. ... An increase in the minimum benefit would have a significant positive impact on a large portion of our residents.” Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, D-Rotterdam, said increases to the programs are a "nonpartisan issue” and believes the state should prioritize the additional funding. He called the effort to increase funding for benefits a “top priority” when lawmakers return to Albany next month. Santabarbara is a founding member of the Schenectady County Food Council, which was launched last year with the support of The Schenectady Foundation. “It’s troubling what we’re seeing. These are stories we don’t want to hear about,” he said. “This issue isn’t just about hunger, it’s about dignity, stability and the health of our entire community.” The increase in SNAP recipients coincides with increases seen at local food pantries, according to volunteers running the organizations. Rev. Dustin Longmire of Messiah Lutheran Church in Rotterdam, who currently doubles as the executive director of the Rotterdam Community Center, said, despite hours of volunteer service, local food pantries are only “putting a Band-Aid on a much deeper wound.” “The fact of the matter is that since 2019 the number of people attending emergency food programs in Schenectady County has increased by 70%,” he said. “It’s staggering how many people are entering into our emergency food system for the first time.” The Rotterdam Community Center serves about 150 residents a month at its Bread of Life Food Pantry and provides free produce during a weekly distribution event to an additional 150 individuals. For the past two years, the center has operated under Messiah Lutheran Church, but organizers are planning to spin the center off into its own 501(c)(3) organization in the new year amid efforts to bolster the facility’s presence. “Rotterdam is not a town with abject poverty at all,” Longmire said. “Most of our food pantry residents are either seniors or are working full time and can no longer make ends meet. It’s the affordability crisis here in New York state. We need systemic change.” At St. Luke's, the church’s Daily Bread Food Pantry has been around since the 1980s, but is busier than ever, said Jacqueline Clute, the pantry’s executive director. The pantry has already seen more than 21,000 visitors so far in 2024 and is expecting hundreds more by the end of the year. It’s a sharp uptick compared to the around 17,000 who visited the pantry last year, according to Clute. “It’s very difficult to come to grips in a country like this where people are on the verge of starvation,” she said. Clute said that many of the pantry’s visitors are senior citizens that worked their whole lives and can no longer afford to purchase groceries. Many also belong to multi-generational households and have jobs, but can’t afford to make ends meet as rents continue to climb and the cost of groceries rises. The Bread of Life pantry recently broke away from St. Luke’s to become its own 501(c)(3) nonprofit, a move that Clute hopes will open the door for new grant opportunities. The pantry, she said, has an operating budget of around $12,000 a month. Earlier this year, volunteers at the pantry opened a satellite location at the Holy Name of Jesus church on Pearl Street in the city’s Mont Pleasant neighborhood. Prior to that, the neighborhood was not serviced by a pantry. Michael Aragosa, a Glenville Town Board member who operates the satellite campus, said he’s seen the need for resources grow in his four years volunteering. He described how one resident pulled up to the pantry with a wheelbarrow because they did not have transportation and had no other means to carry their items. Others come with wagons. Many who visit come on foot. Aragosa also volunteers at the Fresh Table, a food distribution event established two years ago that services the Scotia-Glenville area. Around 150 individuals attend each month, said Aragosa, who noted the numbers continue to climb each time the event is held. “Anyone that tells you it’s just a city problem — they’re way out of line,” he said. “There’s working poor everywhere.”Wholesale Voice Carrier Market Emerging Trends and Forecast 2024-2031

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These fitness discounts are among a million products on sale for Cyber Monday this year. If you're interested in the best tech on sale today, see our best Cyber Monday tech deals page for a broader view of all the best discounts you can get right now. Prices are accurate as of the time of writing, but you can expect them to fluctuate and inventory to sell out, so you may not want to hesitate if you see a sale that grabs you. Cyber Monday is here, and these are my favorite bargains on fitness equipment, including deep discounts on spin bikes, adjustable dumbbells, and more. It's also worth checking out deals on fitness trackers and specifically the deals on Garmin watches and Fitbits if you're looking for something to track your workouts. Hydrow rowers are on sale Hydrow makes rowing machines with a Peloton-like screen that delivers classes on a subscription basis. Their top two models are on sale this Cyber Monday season: the Hydrow Pro is $1,745 (21% off the usual price of $2,195) and the Hydrow Wave is $1,440 (15% off the usual price of $1,695). Powerblock and Bowflex adjustable dumbbells are on sale Several of my picks for the best adjustable dumbbells are on sale today. The Powerblock Elite EXP Stage 1 , which goes from 5 to 50 pounds, is on sale for $299/pair at Amazon, normally $449—or $199 for a single, at Walmart. Its Stage 2 and Stage 3 expansion kits are also on sale, both $142.90, down from $169. Each kit adds 20 pounds, so with both you can have a pair of 90 pound dumbbells. The Powerblock Pro 100 (yes, a 100-pound adjustable dumbbell) is $439.90 for a single (down from $549). You'll save over $200 if you're buying two. The Bowflex SelectTech 552 are on sale for $379/pair, from a list price of $549. They sometimes go for a bit less than list price, but the sale price here is lower than I've seen it all year. Peloton and NordicTrack spin bikes are on sale Peloton has gotten into the habit of offering sweet deals on its bikes on all the major shopping holidays, so of course there's a nice Cyber Monday sale going. The basic model Bike is $1,295 (down from $1,445) and the fancier Bike+ is $1,995 (normally $2,495). Of the two, the Bike+ is the better sale compared to historical price data, but ultimately you should choose based on which fits your needs better. I have a guide here to help you decide between the Bike and the Bike+ . Peloton isn't the only game in town when it comes to higher-end spin bikes, though. NordicTrack's Commercial Studio Cycle is $1,274.98 (down from $1,499.99) for the S22i model. It has the same size screen as the Peloton Bike, a swiveling mount for the screen like the Bike+, and automatic resistance like the Bike+. (Like Peloton's offerings, it also requires a monthly subscription to access its digital features—but in this case, you'll pay $39/month rather than $44.) Theragun and Hyperice massage guns are on sale A massage gun is a great tool for whenever you feel like you'd enjoy being punched repeatedly, but therapeutically. (As I discovered when I tried one out, I do not enjoy this —but many people do.) Some of the big brands have models on sale right now. The Hypervolt Go is $99 right now (normally $129) and it's available in both white and black. And the triangular Theragun Mini , normally $199, is now $149 or $159 depending on your color preference. Desert rose and black are the more inexpensive ones at the moment. Speedo and my favorite Adidas gym bags are on sale Speedo's Teamster backpack, normally $90, is on sale for Cyber Monday—but the price depends on the color you choose. Here's a tasteful forest green for $68 , or a lively "Cheetah orange pop" for $38.28 . This bag is beloved by swimmers for its wet-and-dry separation, sturdy construction, and pockets for everything. There's also a nice sale going on the Adidas Defender duffel bag, hands down my favorite gym bag. I have it in Small ($26.99, normally $40) or you can get the Medium ($26, normally $45). Those prices are for the classic black version with white logo, but there's a whole rainbow available. The Large is $38.50 in red right now, normally $55). Prices vary by color. Magnetic mini gym bags are on sale I love the look of the Magnetic Bag Company's mini gym bags. They can stick onto squat racks or other equipment, but they're pricey. Fortunately several models are on sale this Cyber Monday, including this one on Amazon for $51.99 (normally $64.99). Or head over to the company's website for more deals, including a magnetic bottle bag for $87.49 , normally $124.99. Treadmills are on sale NordicTrack's T series treadmills are on sale, with the T Series 10 going for $999.99 , down from $1,299.99. There's even a deal on the 10 with a year's membership for subscription content for $1,395 (down from $1,695). Or if you prefer the Peloton ecosystem, the Peloton Tread is $2,695 right now, down from $2,995. Looking for a budget model instead? Try this Sunny treadmill for $394.99 , down from $789.98. It's been on sale in recent months, but usually in the $600-$700 range—not for anywhere near this good a price. Barbells, dumbbells, and other useful heavy things are on sale Rogue Fitness is running a "Matte Black November" sale with discounts on a variety of items, some for limited times or with limited stock. One great deal that caught my eye (and which should be available through Cyber Monday) is the 15 kg Bella bar for $205 (normally $235). This is a 15 kilogram Olympic barbell, great for anyone who does Crossfit or olympic weightlifting, especially if you compete in the women's or youth divisions. (And if you're not clear on why there's a separate bar for women in these sports, I have a whole explainer here .) There are also bumper plates on sale from various retailers, and I'd like to highlight these basic 45-pound bumpers from GIKPAL. Bumpers are great for Olympic lifts, but also for deadlifts or anything else where you'd like to protect your floor and your ears a bit. These are now $139.99 for a pair , normally $179. Even better, here's a single 45-pound bumper for $46.99, nearly $1/lb (that's an excellent price for bumpers.) Deals on fitness watches I have a whole post on fitness trackers and smartwatch deals here , but to call out a few examples: The Fitbit Charge 6 is $99.95 (regular price $159.95) The Apple Watch Series 10 is $329 and up (regular price $399 and up, depending on size and connectivity) The Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 is $202.60 and up (original price $299.99, again depending on size and connectivity) The Garmin Vivoactive 5 is $199.99 (regular price $299.99). 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Countries at the COP29 summit in Baku adopted a $300 billion a year global finance target on Sunday to help poorer nations cope with impacts of climate change, a deal its intended recipients criticized as woefully insufficient. The agreement, clinched in overtime at the two-week conference in Azerbaijan's capital, was meant to provide momentum for international efforts to curb global warming in a year destined to be the hottest on record. Some delegates gave the deal a standing ovation in the COP29 plenary hall. Others lambasted wealthy nations for not doing more and criticized the Azerbaijan host for hurriedly gaveling through the contentious plan. "I regret to say that this document is nothing more than an optical illusion," Indian delegation representative Chandni Raina told the closing session of the summit, minutes after the deal was gaveled in. "This, in our opinion, will not address the enormity of the challenge we all face. Therefore, we oppose the adoption of this document." United Nations climate chief Simon Stiell acknowledged the difficult negotiations that led to the agreement but hailed the outcome as an insurance policy for humanity against global warming. "It has been a difficult journey, but we've delivered a deal," Stiell said. "This deal will keep the clean energy boom growing and protect billions of lives. "But like any insurance policy, it only works if the premiums are paid in full, and on time." The agreement would provide $300 billion annually by 2035, boosting rich countries' previous commitment to provide $100 billion per year in climate finance by 2020. That earlier goal was met two years late, in 2022, and expires in 2025. The deal also lays the groundwork for next year's climate summit, to be held in the Amazon rainforest of Brazil, where countries are meant to map out the next decade of climate action. The summit cut to the heart of the debate over financial responsibility of industrialized countries - whose historic use of fossil fuels has caused the bulk of greenhouse gas emissions - to compensate others for worsening damage from climate change. It also laid bare divisions between wealthy governments constrained by tight domestic budgets and developing nations reeling from costs of storms, floods and droughts. Negotiations had been due to finish on Friday but ran into overtime as representatives from nearly 200 countries struggled to reach consensus. Talks were interrupted on Saturday as some developing countries and island nations walked away in frustration. "We are leaving with a small portion of the funding climate-vulnerable countries urgently need. It isn’t nearly enough, but it’s a start," said Tina Stege, Marshall Islands climate envoy. Nations have been seeking financing to deliver on the Paris Agreement goal of limiting global temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius (2.7 degrees Fahrenheit) above pre-industrial levels - beyond which catastrophic climate impacts could occur. The world is currently on track for as much as 3.1 C (5.6 F) of warming by the end of this century, according to the 2024 UN Emissions Gap report, with global greenhouse gas emissions and fossil fuels use continuing to rise. Sunday's deal failed to set out detailed steps for how countries will act on last year's UN climate summit pledge to transition away from fossil fuels and triple renewable energy capacity this decade. WHAT COUNTS AS DEVELOPED NATION? The roster of countries required to contribute - about two dozen industrialized countries, including the US, European nations and Canada - dates back to a list decided during UN climate talks in 1992. European governments have demanded others pay in, including China, the world's second-biggest economy. The deal encourages developing countries to make contributions but does not require them. The agreement includes a broader goal of raising $1.3 trillion in climate finance annually by 2035 - which would include funding from all public and private sources and which economists say matches the sum needed to address global warming. Countries also agreed on rules for a global market to buy and sell carbon credits that proponents say could mobilize billions more dollars into new projects to fight global warming, from reforestation to deployment of clean energy technologies. Securing the climate finance deal was a challenge from the start. Donald Trump's US presidential election victory this month has raised doubts among some negotiators that the world's largest economy would pay into any climate finance goal agreed in Baku. Trump, a Republican who takes office in January, has called climate change a hoax and promised to again remove the US from international climate cooperation. President Joe Biden congratulated the COP29 participants for reaching what he called an historic agreement that would help mobilize needed funds, but said more work was needed. "While there is still substantial work ahead of us to achieve our climate goals, today’s outcome puts us one significant step closer. On behalf of the American people and future generations, we must continue to accelerate our work to keep a cleaner, safer, healthier planet within our grasp," Biden said in a statement. Western governments have seen global warming slip down the list of national priorities amid surging geopolitical tensions, including Russia’s war in Ukraine and expanding conflict in the Middle East, and rising inflation. The showdown over financing for developing countries comes in a year scientists predict will be the hottest on record. 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