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Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP ("GPM"), a leading national shareholder rights law firm, today announced that it has commenced an investigation on behalf of Kyverna Therapeutics, Inc. ("Kyverna" or the "Company") KYTX investors concerning the Company's possible violations of the federal securities laws. If you suffered a loss on your Kyverna investments or would like to inquire about potentially pursuing claims to recover your loss under the federal securities laws, you can submit your contact information at www.glancylaw.com/cases/Kyverna-Therapeutics-Inc/ . You can also contact Charles H. Linehan, of GPM at 310-201-9150, Toll-Free at 888-773-9224, or via email at shareholders@glancylaw.com to learn more about your rights. On or about February 8, 2024, Kyverna conducted its initial public offering ("IPO"), selling 14.5 million shares of common stock for $22.00 per share. On June 14, 2024, Kyverna provided an update on its lupus nephritis drug, KYV-101, and published an investor presentation disclosing adverse data regarding one of its clinical trials, despite having previously touted patient improvement. Investors have suffered significant losses since the IPO. Follow us for updates on LinkedIn , Twitter , or Facebook . Whistleblower Notice: Persons with non-public information regarding Kyverna should consider their options to aid the investigation or take advantage of the SEC Whistleblower Program. Under the program, whistleblowers who provide original information may receive rewards totaling up to 30 percent of any successful recovery made by the SEC. For more information, call Charles H. Linehan at 310-201-9150 or 888-773-9224 or email shareholders@glancylaw.com . About GPM Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP is a premier law firm representing investors and consumers in securities litigation and other complex class action litigation. ISS Securities Class Action Services has consistently ranked GPM in its annual SCAS Top 50 Report. In 2018, GPM was ranked a top five law firm in number of securities class action settlements, and a top six law firm for total dollar size of settlements. With four offices across the country, GPM's nearly 40 attorneys have won groundbreaking rulings and recovered billions of dollars for investors and consumers in securities, antitrust, consumer, and employment class actions. GPM's lawyers have handled cases covering a wide spectrum of corporate misconduct including cases involving financial restatements, internal control weaknesses, earnings management, fraudulent earnings guidance and forward looking statements, auditor misconduct, insider trading, violations of FDA regulations, actions resulting in FDA and DOJ investigations, and many other forms of corporate misconduct. GPM's attorneys have worked on securities cases relating to nearly all industries and sectors in the financial markets, including, energy, consumer discretionary, consumer staples, real estate and REITs, financial, insurance, information technology, health care, biotech, cryptocurrency, medical devices, and many more. GPM's past successes have been widely covered by leading news and industry publications such as The Wall Street Journal , The Financial Times , Bloomberg Businessweek , Reuters , the Associated Press , Barron's , Investor's Business Daily , Forbes , and Money . This press release may be considered Attorney Advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and ethical rules. View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241212431993/en/ © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.As 2024 comes to a close, it leaves behind lessons, achievements, and aspirations. It was a year that tested and inspired, laying the groundwork for a hopeful future. How’s that for an opener? Now, for the truth, 2024 has actually laid the groundwork for what will surely be nothing short of a disastrous 2025 with the newly appointed puppet Elon Musk and his golfing buddy. That said, this would be my last column of the year, and I typically do a recap... so this year will be no different... mainly. Once again, the losses mounted up with losing some of my favorite folks like Morgan Freeman, James Earl Jones, Bob Newhart, Richard Simmons, Martin Mull, Donald Sutherland and Richard Lewis. On the musical losses Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh, Kris Kristofferson, Quincy Jones, and Toby Keith. Sports had its losses as well with Willie Mays, Jerry West, Dikembe Mutombo, Bill Walton, Pete Rose, and OJ Simpson departing this mortal coil. These individuals left indelible marks in their respective domains, and their contributions will be remembered and cherished by many. Except for OJ, that guy turned into a dumpster fire so I’m pretty sure we won’t miss him. On the political front... man! Where does one start? 2024 was a political rollercoaster that felt like a reality show no one auditioned for, but everyone watched. The U.S. presidential election was a circus of memes, debates, and awkward handshakes, with candidates trying to outdo each other in the gaff department all the while playing a game of one upmanship on a road of who could promise the most outrageous things while somehow forgetting about potholes. Voter turnout hit record highs, probably because everyone wanted a break from doomscrolling. Globally, leaders continued their game of "Whose Economy Is It Anyway?" pretending to be besties at climate summits. Meanwhile, tech billionaires tried their hand at diplomacy, though their "innovative solutions" often involved rebranding public transportation as "freedom pods." Social movements went viral in ways politicians could only dream of, as citizens made it clear they wanted change faster than a two-day shipping order. In brighter news, climate action made significant strides. International agreements saw nations committing to ambitious renewable energy goals, while advancements in green technology hinted at a cleaner, more sustainable future. However, climate disasters, from wildfires to devastating floods, served as stark reminders of the urgency of the crisis. But I don’t imagine that we’ll have much more of that as January comes to a close... at least here in the United States of Amnesia and Polarization. This new Covfefe Cabinet won’t offer much in the way of stopping or repairing the climate and if they do offer something, it will be drowned out by chants of “drill baby drill.” As we set our sights on 2025 and all it will bring you will find that, like 2024 and every year before it, it will be easy to go down a rabbit hole of negativity. So, focus on what you can control, setting realistic goals while embracing change and uncertainty as opportunities for growth. Build a strong support network of uplifting friends and family, and make sure that if they are in your boat, they are all rowing and not drilling holes. I imagine for most of us the national front will be the most distracting piece, and it will be hard to not focus on it. I’m not saying don’t, I’m saying that staying informed through reliable sources and focusing on solutions rather than fear and narrative is what will keep your head above water. It will be hard not to get sucked into statements like, “building a wall and having Mexico pay for it.” These statements are non-starters, but sound good when said out loud. Much like placing huge tariffs on Mexico and Canada, it won’t happen and the sooner that we accept that our government simply says one thing and does another the better off we’ll be. Personally, I’m going to work hard on not getting sucked into doom talk and focus more on being more informed about what is happening. Abraham Lincoln once said, “The best way to predict the future is to create it.” Happy New Year.

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NEW YORK :TikTok advertisers were in no rush to shift their marketing budgets after a U.S. appeals court upheld a law on Friday requiring a divestment or ban of the popular Chinese-owned short video app, citing TikTok's continued survival despite years of threats. Chinese tech firm ByteDance must sell TikTok's U.S. assets by Jan. 19 or the app that is used by 170 million Americans will face an unprecedented ban that jeopardizes billions in ad revenue. TikTok and ByteDance had argued that the law is unconstitutional and violates Americans' free speech rights. The ruling is expected to be appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court. With TikTok's future in the U.S. uncertain, advertising executives said brands are maintaining their activities on the app, while ensuring they have a plan B. "Advertisers have not pulled back from TikTok, though several are developing contingency plans for potential reallocation of investment should there be a ban," said Jason Lee, executive vice president of brand safety at media agency Horizon Media. Horizon is working with clients to prepare for a variety of scenarios if the app is sold or banned, Lee said. Meta Platforms, owner of Facebook and Instagram, stands to gain the majority of TikTok's ad revenue if the app is banned, followed by Alphabet's YouTube, said Erik Huberman, CEO of marketing agency Hawke Media. Both companies have introduced short-form video features in the past few years to compete with TikTok. Still, "there's no decision to make until there's a decision to make," he said. TikTok's U.S. ad revenue is expected to reach $12.3 billion this year, according to estimates from research Emarketer. By comparison, analysts on average expect Meta Platforms' advertising revenue in 2024 to reach about $159 billion, according to LSEG data. The potential boon for rivals propelled stocks on Friday. Meta Platforms shares rose to an all-time record high of $629.78 earlier on Friday, and were up 2.3 per cent at $622.85 in late afternoon regular trading. Alphabet shares were up 1.1 per cent at $176.21. Trump Media & Technology, which operates the Truth Social app and is majority-owned by President-elect Donald Trump, rose 3 per cent to $34.78. Shares of Snap, owner of messaging app Snapchat, rose 1.89 per cent to $12.40.The Wanted star Max George has said he will be spending Christmas in hospital after doctors discovered “some issues” with his heart. The singer, 36, provided the health update in an Instagram post alongside a photo of him giving a thumbs up while lying in a hospital bed. He revealed he is awaiting more tests to determine the extent of the issues and what surgery he may need, but said he is expecting it to be a “difficult few weeks/months”. He wrote: “Hey everyone, yesterday I felt really unwell and was taken in to hospital. Unfortunately after some tests they’ve found that I have some issues with my heart. “I have a lot more tests to determine the extent of the problems and what surgery I will need to get me back on my feet. “It’s gonna be a difficult few weeks/months... and Christmas in a hospital bed wasn’t exactly what I had planned.” The singer said he is “surrounded with love and support” from his “wonderful” partner, actress Maisie Smith, as well as his family and friends. He added: “Although this is a huge shock and no doubt a set back, it’s something I’ll take on with all I’ve got. “I count myself very lucky that this was caught when it was.” Friends and famous faces were among those to offer their support including his bandmate Siva Kaneswaran who said: “Here for you brother. Rest up and get well soon.” JLS stars JB Gill and Marvin Humes also commented. Gill wrote: “God bless you bro, wishing you better soon. Sending lots of love”, while Humes added: “Sorry to hear you’re not well geezer, you’re strong and will fight through. Big love mate.” George rose to fame in the 2010s with The Wanted, who had a number of hit songs including All Time Low and Heart Vacancy. His bandmate Tom Parker died in 2022 at the age of 33 after being diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour. George, who helped carry Parker’s coffin at his funeral alongside fellow bandmates Kaneswaran, Jay McGuiness and Nathan Sykes, previously said on This Morning that he continued to message his late bandmate following his death as it brought him “a bit of comfort”. He also appeared in the US musical series Glee as Clint and in his band’s reality series The Wanted Life. Over the years, he has competed in a number of competition series including Strictly Come Dancing in 2020, Bear Grylls: Mission Survive and Richard Osman’s House of Games. Earlier this year he made his stage debut in the theatrical adaption of a BBC TV show about a lottery syndicate by Kay Mellor titled The Syndicate. George and soap actress Smith first met when they both competed on Strictly Come Dancing, but have previously said that romantic sparks only began to fly in 2022.

Wearable heart sound devices represent a groundbreaking shift in cardiac care, offering continuous, non-invasive monitoring with the potential to revolutionise the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cardiovascular conditions, according to a new study. Cardiovascular diseases remain a global health crisis, spurring an urgent demand for innovative diagnostic tools that enable early detection and effective treatment. These cutting-edge advancements promise to enhance patient care and outcomes by providing real-time insights into heart health, said researchers from the City University of Hong Kong. "Our work on wearable heart sound devices marks a significant step forward in the early detection and monitoring of cardiovascular diseases," said Dr Bee Luan Khoo, Associate Professor at the City University of Hong Kong and a leading researcher in the field. "These devices have the potential to provide more accurate, real-time cardiac health data, revolutionising the way we manage and understand heart health," Khoo added. Traditional tools, such as stethoscopes, have long been valuable for diagnosing cardiac issues but fall short when it comes to continuous monitoring. Wearable technology emerges as a transformative solution, enabling persistent and real-time tracking of heart sounds. However, challenges such as sensitivity, comfort, and data accuracy still hinder widespread adoption, said the researchers. These hurdles underscore the necessity of advancing wearable devices to overcome existing limitations and improve cardiovascular health monitoring on a global scale. The study highlights a transformative journey from traditional stethoscopes to state-of-the-art wearable sensors that enable continuous cardiac activity monitoring. Key innovations include the development of mechanoacoustic sensors with soft, flexible designs that prioritise user comfort while maintaining high sensitivity and specificity. The research emphasised the importance of advanced materials and optimised design principles in addressing these challenges. Denoising techniques are also spotlighted as crucial for accurate heart sound analysis, tackling the low-frequency nature of cardiac sounds and their vulnerability to environmental interference. Notably, the study delved into the clinical applications of these sensors, envisioning a future where personalised healthcare and remote monitoring are seamlessly integrated into cardiovascular disease management. The findings pave the way for actionable, real-time insights that could significantly enhance patient outcomes and healthcare efficiency.Game-changing holiday gifts for building fires, printing photos, watching birds and more

"I want it to belong to Ukraine." Maguchikh aims to break Russian recordDow ends at fresh record as oil prices pull back on ceasefire hopesThe Government of India, On Wednesday, announced a significant reshuffle of senior Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers, with multiple key appointments made across several important departments. Rachna Shah, IAS, who was serving as the Secretary of the Ministry of Textiles, has been appointed as the new Secretary of the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT). This department is responsible for managing India’s civil services. Shah succeeds Neelam Shammi Rao, IAS, who moves to the Ministry of Textiles, taking over from Shah in this role. Shah, a graduate in Business Economics from Delhi University, has extensive experience, having worked in several important ministries, including Science and Technology and Corporate Affairs. Also Read: Amit Shah launches 10,000 new PACS, sets target to establish 2 lakh cooperatives Arunish Chawla, IAS, who previously held the position of Secretary in the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, has been appointed as Secretary of the Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance. Chawla replaces Sanjay Malhotra, who resigned following his appointment as the Governor of the Reserve Bank of India. In addition to his new role, Chawla will also continue to hold the additional charge of Secretary at the Ministry of Culture until a permanent appointment is made. Chawla, who has served in various senior positions, including as Additional Chief Secretary for Urban Development and Housing in Bihar, brings with him a wealth of experience in administration and urban planning. Vineet Joshi, IAS, formerly serving as the Chief Secretary of Manipur, has been appointed as the new Secretary of the Department of Higher Education in the Ministry of Education. Joshi, who holds a degree in mechanical engineering from IIT Kanpur and an MBA from the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, has a long history in civil service. He has previously worked as Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Education and also led the National Testing Agency (NTA) as its Director from 2018. Sanjay Sethi, IAS, has been appointed Secretary of the National Commission for Minorities (NCM), Ministry of Minority Affairs, in the rank and pay of Secretary to the Government of India. Sethi takes over from Neelam Shammi Rao, who has been reassigned to the Ministry of Textiles. Also Read: Allu Arjun, 'Pushpa' team give ₹2 crore aid after Hyderabad theatre stampede Sethi has had an extensive career in administrative roles, including serving as the Additional Municipal Commissioner of Projects in the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM), as well as Municipal Commissioner of Thane and Nagpur. He also held the position of CEO of the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC). Amit Agrawal, IAS, who is currently the Chief Executive Officer of the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), has been appointed as the new Secretary of the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers. Agrawal succeeds Chawla, taking over the role with immediate effect. Agrawal, a graduate of IIT Kanpur, has held several senior positions, including Additional Secretary in both the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and the Ministry of Finance. His experience also includes a tenure as Finance Secretary in the state government of Chhattisgarh. Neerja Sekhar, IAS, who was serving as Special Secretary in the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, has been appointed Director General of the National Productivity Council (NPC). The NPC, which operates under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, works to enhance productivity across various sectors of the Indian economy. Sekhar, an experienced bureaucrat, brings valuable expertise to her new position as she continues to contribute to India’s economic development. Also Read: Ola Electric expands network by fourfold to 4,000 stores nationwide

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Christmas is upon us again. Houses are being decorated and a wintry moon hangs over chimney tops. Christmas FM will soon be belting out festive songs and snow (or rain) might fall. Whichever, I love this time of year, with the dreams of Santa coming and all that promises. The excitement is magic. If you’re a parent of a child in primary school and they are asking you for a smartphone for Christmas, please listen to what I am about to say. Firstly, smartphones are not phones. ‘Phone’ makes them seem innocuous, harmless, just a device to call your child on. But children don’t use them as phones. No. Smartphones are ‘endless internet-access devices’. That’s what we should call them. You’ll see what I mean the minute you give your child the ‘phone’. They will disappear into them, not to phone anyone, but to connect to Snapchat, TikTok, Instagram, and Discord. The child that once played with you, or sat and chatted with you, will now be in their bedroom, alone, illuminated by blue light and connected to everything the online world has to offer: The good, bad, and the very ugly. A primary school child has no business having a smartphone. If we all agreed on that, how much easier it would be for us to parent. Initiatives rolled out by schools to limit smartphone use are welcome. Every school should be onboard, so children are free to concentrate on their studies and socialise. Lunch time would be noisy once again. I was in a school recently and the principal said to me, ‘Once they banned phones in school, the school burst into life again’. She said: “It was the noise that I noticed immediately, the students laughing and chatting with each other.” How have we allowed these devices to hijack our children’s social life so easily? And for the profit of these unscrupulous tech giants? I often wonder what we will say, when we look back on this period and how passive we all were. I advise parents to postpone their child’s smartphone ownership because of all the troubled young people I have worked with over the years. I am not against technology. I see the benefits of it and know it is here to stay. What I am against is children consuming hardcore material at a young and vulnerable age. I have worked on too many cases where this has happened. It is the end of childhood. It’s a hard full stop on innocence. Currently, there are no blockers to stop your child from accessing damaging material. It is a huge problem, and we need the next government to step up and put the health of our children first. This week, I spoke with Tánaiste Micheál Martin and I asked him about the Government’s commitment to dealing with technology in our children’s lives. The Tánaiste said that he views social media as the biggest public health threat of this era. He told me that he met Dr Anthony Faucci this year, and that Dr Fauci outlined the growing research in the US on the negative impact technology is having on children. I asked him about the mental-health bill, which has been delayed, with the dissolution of the Dáil. And Mr Martin assured me that if Fianna Fáil were back in government it would be enacted within months. I also asked him about the easy access children have to pornography. He said that AI has advanced so much that it is possible to stop children from accessing it. He acknowledged the role of big tech and their responsibility for the content they produce. It really feels like things are about to change with social media in our children’s lives. But we can’t rely on our government to parent our children. So, think before you hand over that device. Ask yourself an important question: ‘Do I want my eight-, nine-, or 10-year-old to see videos where consent is taken from girls and they are beaten and degraded? Pornography is embedded into these internet devices. And it’s not just pornography: It’s the videos they will see on TikTok or Instagram. They will be pushed content about diets, appearance, self-harm, animal cruelty, depression, and violence. I’m not trying to scare parents, but to wake them up to what these devices are really about and why you should delay bringing them into your child’s life. As the Tánaiste said, there is significant research to back up the negative impact social media is having on our children. It’s time for us to act on that research. My daughter asked me for a phone for Christmas a few years ago and I’ve always said the same thing; Santa doesn’t bring children phones. Now she is nearly 14, and asking again. The answer is the same. Her raised eyebrow is funny, but doesn’t change the outcome. Childhood should be a time of friendships and experiences, where we learn about ourselves in relation to others. Building true resilience is about being connected to others and feeling you are a valuable member of your community. Smartphones are here to stay, but delaying the arrival of one into your child’s world could be the greatest gift you ever gave your child for Christmas.Ancient Terracotta Warrior general unearthed at Emperor’s mausoleum in 1st discovery of its kind after 30yrs of diggingMaryland (4-7, 1-7 Big Ten) at No. 4 Penn State (10-1, 7-1 Big Ten, No. 4 CFP), Saturday, 3:30 p.m. ET (BTN) BetMGM College Football Odds: Penn State by 24 1/2. Series record: Penn State 43-3-1. WHAT’S AT STAKE? The Nittany Lions will try for their first 11-win regular season in James Franklin’s 10-year tenure and hang onto their chance to host a playoff game. The Nittany Lions could still get to the Big Ten championship game, but would need Michigan to beat No. 2 Ohio State in Columbus earlier in the day. The Terrapins have lost four in a row and are trying to avoid their longest skid since losing seven straight to end the 2019 season. KEY MATCHUP Maryland’s front seven vs. Penn State’s running game. The Nittany Lions lost starting right tackle Anthony Donkoh to a long-term injury last week but were still able to eclipse the 100-yard rushing mark against a tough Minnesota defense. Maryland has allowed 176 rushing yards per game over its last four. The Terps will need to do better against a Nittany Lion ground game fueled by running backs Nicholas Singleton, Kaytron Allen, tight end Tyler Warren and quarterback Beau Pribula. PLAYERS TO WATCH Maryland: WR Tai Felton. Only one FBS player has more catches than Felton. The sure-handed senior leads the Big Ten with 92 catches for 1,097 yards. He’s scored nine touchdowns and should be a focal point for Penn State’s secondary. Penn State: Singleton. The explosive back has recovered from the unspecified injury that slowed him earlier in the season. He had a season-high 19 touches last week versus Maryland including a career-most six catches. FACTS & FIGURES Maryland is 2-3 in Happy Valley since joining the Big Ten with wins in 2014 and 2020. ... Felton has 183 more receiving yards than the next closest Big Ten WR (Illinois’ Pat Bryant) and is 143 yards away from Marcus Badgett’s single-season record set in 1992. ... Penn State has won seven of the last eight against Maryland. ... The Nittany Lions secured their 27th 10-win season last week. ... Warren became Penn State’s all-time leader in reception yards for a tight end (1,516) with 102 yards against Minnesota. ... DT Zane Durant leads the Big Ten and is fourth among Power Four tackles with 8 1/2 tackles for loss this season. ___ Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up . AP college football: and

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