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Nordstrom to go private in $6.25 billion deal with family and Mexican partnerBy LINDSEY BAHR Christopher Nolan is following his Oscar-winning “Oppenheimer” with a true epic: Homer’s “The Odyssey.” It will open in theaters on July 17, 2026, Universal Pictures said Monday. Related Articles Entertainment | Amber Heard: Blake Lively complaint against Justin Baldoni all too familiar Entertainment | Netflix is airing 2 NFL games on Christmas Day. Here’s what to know Entertainment | Prosecutors withdraw appeal of dismissed case against Alec Baldwin in fatal movie set shooting Entertainment | Here comes Santa Claus’ approval rating Entertainment | A seasonal playlist with new holiday hits feat. Sabrina Carpenter, Lady Gaga, Jimmy Fallon and (of course) Jason Kelce Details remain scarce, but the studio teased that it will be a “mythic action epic shot across the world using brand new IMAX technology.” It will also be the first time that an adaptation of Homer’s saga will play on IMAX film screens. Nolan has been an IMAX enthusiast for years, going back to “The Dark Knight,” and has made his last three films exclusively using large format film and the highest resolution film cameras. For “Oppenheimer,” the first black-and-white IMAX film stock was developed. Nolan hasn’t said specifically what the new technology for “The Odyssey” will be, but earlier this month he told The Associated Press that they’re in an intensive testing phase with IMAX to prepare for the new production. “They have an incredible engineering staff, really brilliant minds doing extraordinary work,” Nolan said. “It’s wonderful to see innovation in the celluloid film arena still happening and happening at the highest level possible.” “The Odyssey” will be Nolan’s second collaboration with Universal Pictures following “Oppenheimer,” which earned nearly $1 billion at the box office and won the filmmaker his first Oscars, including for best director and best picture . Rumors about his next project have been swirling ever since, with near-daily speculations about plot — none of which turned out to be true — and casting. While there are many reports about actors joining the ensemble, none has been officially confirmed by the studio.TULSA, Okla. (AP) — Michael Jacobs' 19 points off of the bench helped lead Southern to a 70-66 victory over Tulsa on Saturday. Jacobs shot 7 of 15 from the field and 5 of 5 from the free-throw line for the Jaguars (4-4). Cam Amboree added 10 points while going 3 of 5 (2 for 3 from 3-point range) while they also had five rebounds. Derrick Tezeno shot 4 of 6 from the field to finish with 10 points. The Golden Hurricane (4-6) were led by Keaston Willis, who recorded 23 points and seven rebounds. Tyshawn Archie added 17 points, four assists and two blocks for Tulsa. Ian Smikle also had 11 points and eight rebounds. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .VDIAGTOOL makes car diagnostics great again
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NOVI, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov 21, 2024-- Lineage, Inc. (NASDAQ: LINE) (the “Company”), the world’s largest global temperature-controlled warehouse REIT, today announced the release of Economist Impact’s “Feeding the Future” report . Supported by Lineage, the new body of research explores the connection between food infrastructure and economic development in hard-to-reach geographies, calling for global collaboration toward building a food supply chain better equipped for feeding the world. Enough food is produced to feed the global population of 8 billion people daily , yet around 733 million people still go hungry , 3.1 billion cannot afford a healthy diet and 24% of the world’s calories go uneaten due to food loss and waste . Providing everyone with access to safe, nourishing food while eliminating waste and driving socioeconomic progress will require robust infrastructure – from warehousing and cold storage to transportation networks – that spans the entire global supply chain. “We are proud to partner with Economist Impact to shed light on the critical role that cold chain infrastructure plays in creating long-term solutions to hunger, boosting agricultural productivity, empowering communities and reducing waste globally,” said Greg Lehmkuhl, President and CEO of Lineage. “This research speaks to the enduring quality of our purpose at Lineage to transform the world’s food supply chain to eliminate waste and help feed the world, and why it informs every decision we make across our global team.” The “Feeding the Future” report was conducted with Lineage’s support as part of Economist Impact’s Food Imperative . The Food Imperative initiative is designed to arm decision-makers with the data, insights and tools they need to develop more sustainable and secure solutions in their commitment to transform global food systems for the future. As part of this initiative, Economist Impact has also published a short, animated film illustrating how temperature-controlled supply chains enable global access to nutritious food from farm to fork, along with an article on the cold chain's role in feeding the world and transformative trends and technologies in the space. "At Economist Impact, our mission is to drive progress on the world's biggest issues with world-class policy research and global media amplification. With the Food Imperative initiative and Feeding the Future report, we’re bringing critical attention to the need for sustainable, resilient food systems,” said Pratima Singh, Principal and The Food Imperative Lead at Economist Impact. Economist Impact works with governments, corporations, foundations, and NGOs to create change and progress on topics like sustainability, health, and globalization. To view the full report and accompanying content, please visit impact.economist.com/sustainability/feeding-the-future . For more information about what Lineage is doing to advance a smarter, more sustainable and efficient food supply chain, visit onelineage.com . About Lineage Lineage, Inc. (NASDAQ: LINE) is the world’s largest global temperature-controlled warehouse REIT with a network of over 480 strategically located facilities totaling over 84 million square feet and approximately 3.0 billion cubic feet of capacity across countries in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Coupling end-to-end supply chain solutions and technology, Lineage partners with some of the world’s largest food and beverage producers, retailers, and distributors to help increase distribution efficiency, advance sustainability, minimize supply chain waste, and, most importantly, feed the world. Learn more at onelineage.com and join us on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , and X . About Economist Impact Economist Impact combines the rigour of a think-tank with the creativity of a media brand to engage a globally influential audience. We believe that evidence-based insights can open debate, broaden perspectives and catalyse progress. The services offered by Economist Impact previously existed within The Economist Group as separate entities, including EIU Thought Leadership, EIU Public Policy, Economist Events and SignalNoise. Our track record spans 75 years across 205 countries. Along with creative storytelling, events expertise, design-thinking solutions and market-leading media products, we produce framework design, benchmarking, economic and social impact analysis, forecasting and scenario modelling, making Economist Impact's offering unique in the marketplace. Visit www.economistimpact.com for more information. Forward Looking Statements Certain statements contained in this press release may be considered forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Lineage intends for all such forward-looking statements to be covered by the applicable safe harbor provisions for forward-looking statements contained in those acts. 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Rates of infection for respiratory viruses are currently low in the U.S. but are starting to rise, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Flu, COVID-19 and RSV spread more in fall and winter, especially during gatherings, travel and time spent indoors. Dr. Robert Jacobson, medical director of Mayo Clinic's Primary Care Immunization Program, says there are tools to help reduce the risk of becoming severely ill from these respiratory infections. "We're all at risk for getting the flu, and we can actually get (it) more than once a year. Every year, about 10% to 20% of us get the flu," Jacobson says. Along with the flu, COVID-19 and RSV are among the most common respiratory illnesses. These viruses share similar symptoms, risks and prevention strategies. Jacobson's No. 1 tip: Get vaccinated. People are also reading... "This is specific protection your body can make to protect you and your loved ones," he says. Experts recommend washing your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds several times a day. Adobe Stock Hand hygiene Along with vaccination, Jacobson stresses the importance of hand-washing. Wash your hands with soap and water to help prevent the spread of germs. "Especially before you eat, when you come home from work, when you come home from bringing your child from day care — both of you should go to the sink — wash your hands with soap and water after using a bathroom, before serving other people food, after being with a group of people, shaking hands with people, wash your hands," he says. Listen now and subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | RSS Feed | SoundStack | All Of Our Podcasts Wash your hands well and often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water aren't available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Make sure friends and family whom you're around regularly, especially kids, know the importance of hand-washing. RSV: Who should get vaccinated and what else to know about the virus Additional strategies Tactics to avoid respiratory infections: 1. Avoid touching your face: Keeping your hands away from your eyes, nose and mouth helps keep germs away from those places. 2. Cover your coughs and sneezes: Cough or sneeze into a tissue or your elbow. Then wash your hands. 3. Clean surfaces: Regularly clean often-touched surfaces to prevent the spread of infection from touching a surface with the virus on it and then your face. 4. Avoid crowds: The flu spreads easily wherever people gather — in child care centers, schools, office buildings, auditoriums and on public transportation. By avoiding crowds during peak flu season, you lower your chances of infection. And if you get sick, stay home to avoid spreading infection to others. How do people catch bird flu? Most US teens are abstaining from drinking, smoking and marijuana, survey says More beans and less red meat: Nutritionists weigh in on US dietary guidelines Build your health & fitness knowledge
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Article content Times may be tough, but the toy season soldiers on, especially during the holidays, when gifts for kids top everyone’s Santa list. Recommended Videos This year’s top trends may be reflective of the difficult times consumers have been living through — kids today want to immerse themselves in a world of wonder, magic and anime. According the Toy Association , “mystical, magical, and supernatural toys” are the latest trends, if only to “transport kids and adults on an enchanting journey, blurring the lines between fantasy and reality.” The organization points out that, thanks to a resurgence of cultural interest in spooky, mystery and horror genres across movies, TV, and literature, “expect to see an array of toys that leverage new technologies, hidden features, secret codes and unfolding narratives that tap into our natural curiosity, explore the thrill of the unknown and lead kids to new discoveries.” What’s hot? The Toy Association reported that trends for 2024 include “eco-lasting play, eerie enchantment, vitamin P(lay) and anime mania.” This includes toys that fuel emotional intelligence, are screen-free and sports inspired. “Toys that not only promote physical fitness but stimulate creativity, healthy emotional expression and social interaction,” noted the site. “Play-based learning.” Other toy trends for 2024 see a decided shift from the big toys to more micro-sized collectibles and small projects — toys based on movie characters are skyrocketing (did anyone say dolls based on the smashing hit movie Wicked ?) Although people have been tightening their belts since the pandemic, research shows that revenue in the toys and hobby markets is expected to reach into the billions of dollars. In Canada, research from madeinca.ca noted that “Canadian toy and games sales generated almost $7.3 billion in retail store sales in 2022” and that the fastest growing toy categories were plush, outdoor and sports toys, games and puzzles. It should be noted about 75% of Canadians “still prefer to shop for toys and games in brick-and-mortar stores” and that Canadians were already toy bargain hunting in the early fall, looking for marked-down deals on last year’s bestselling toys. Juli Lennett, Circana’s vice-president and industry adviser for U.S. toys, reported on the Toy Book website that the market has remained “relatively stable (and) the industry continues to demonstrate resilience,” noting that this year’s standout toys include Pokemon, Squishmallows, Star Wars, Marvel, Barbie, LEGOIcons, Hot Wheels and Fisher-Price. According to NPD Group Canada, toy growth is coming from all across the industry and that the biggest growth is in the plush toy category, along with action figures and accessories. (We’re looking at you, Deadpool and Wolverine!) “This season, parents are looking for toys that will spark imagination, engage kids for repeat play and are durable,” said Shalin Shah, director of marketing and digital platforms for Mattel Canada. Some of the top toy names include Barbie, Hot Wheels Ultimate Garage, Fisher-Price and card games, she said, adding, “The spend on children’s toys really varies, (with) options for every price point.” RECOMMENDED VIDEO The top contenders? “Year after year, Lego remains a top contender on children’s Christmas wish lists,” said Ryan Campbell, an associate vice-president for kids fun at Canadian Tire. “Hot Wheels never goes out of style either. Finally, the classic Furby and its mini Furblets make for the perfect plush stocking stuffers. These interactive, harmonizing companions are as fuzzy as they are fun, guaranteed to delight kids of all ages.” Marisa Pedatella, manager of brand communications for Hasbro Canada, said fan and family brands include Transformers, Monopoly, Dungeons and Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, Peppa the Pig, Play-Doh and premiere collaboration brands (like Star Wars and Marvel from Disney) are also among the most popular. That said, no need to break the bank as there are “stocking stuffers and gifts under $30,” as well as creative play products, action toys, board games and pop culture-inspired merch — “gifts that are not only entertaining, but making learning fun.” As such, science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) toys and games continue to be in demand. TOP TOYS FOR 2024 According to Toys “R” Us Canada , this season’s top toys include: — Barbie Dreamhouse; — Little Live Pets Mama Surprise; — Nerf N Series Gear Up Pack; — Pac-Man Arcade Pinball; — Baby Annabell Active Doll; — VTech Go! Go! Smart Wheels Track Set; — Hot Wheels Monster Trucks; — Lite Bright Super Bright HD Hello Kitty; — Fisher-Price Thomas & Friends My First Train Table; — Lego Disney Stitch Buildable Kids’ Toy Playset.
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COPPER MOUNTAIN, Colo. — For a pair of lower-level downhill events, this sure had plenty of Olympic medal-capturing and World Cup-winning ski racers. The stage belonged to Lindsey Vonn, the 40-year-old who took another step on her comeback trail Saturday with her first races in nearly six years. Vonn wasn't particularly speedy and finished in the middle of the pack on a cold but sunny day at Copper Mountain. Times and places weren't the mission, though, as much as getting used to the speed again and gaining the necessary points to compete on the World Cup circuit this season. Vonn accomplished both, finishing 24th in the first downhill race of the day and 27th in the second. She posted on social media after the FIS races that she had enough points to enter World Cup events. The timing couldn't be more perfect — the next stop on the women's circuit is Beaver Creek, Colorado, in a week. Vonn, who used to own a home in nearby Vail, hasn't committed to any sort of timetable for a World Cup return. “Today was a solid start and I had a blast being in start with my teammates again!” Vonn wrote on X. “While I’m sure people will speculate and say I’m not in top form because of the results, I disagree. This was training for me. I’m still testing equipment and getting back in the groove.” Lindsey Vonn reacts after her run at a downhill skiing race at Copper Mountain Ski Resort on Saturday in Copper Mountain, Colo. Her competition — a veritable who's who of high-profile ski racers — applauded her efforts. “I don't expect her to come back and win — just that she comes back and she has fun,” said Federica Brignone of Italy, a former overall World Cup champion and three-time Olympic medalist. “She's having fun, and she’s doing what she loves. That’s the best thing that she could do.” In the first race on a frigid morning, Vonn wound up 1.44 seconds behind the winning time of 1 minute, 5.79 seconds posted by Mirjam Puchner of Austria. In her second race through the course later in the morning, Vonn was 1.53 seconds behind Cornelia Huetter of Austria, who finished in 1:05.99. Huetter is the reigning season-long World Cup downhill champion. “It’s really nice to compare with her again, and nice to have her (racing) again,” Huetter said. “For sure, for the skiing World Cup, we have a lot of more attention. It's generally good for all racers because everyone is looking.” Also in the field were Nadia Delago of Italy, who won a bronze medal in downhill at the 2022 Beijing Olympics, and Puchner, the Olympic silver winner in super-G in Beijing. In addition, there was Marta Bassino of Italy, a winner of the super-G at the 2023 world championships, and two-time Olympic champion Michelle Gisin of Switzerland. “For me, it was really a training, but it was fun to have a World Cup race level right here,” Gisin said. “It was a crazy race.” Vonn remains a popular figure and took the time after each run to sign autographs for young fans along with posing for photos. Lindsey Vonn competes in a downhill skiing race at Copper Mountain Ski Resort on Saturday in Copper Mountain, Colo. When she left the sport, Vonn had 82 World Cup race victories, which stood as the record for a woman and within reach of the all-time Alpine record of 86 held by Swedish standout Ingemar Stenmark. The women’s mark held by Vonn was surpassed in January 2023 by Mikaela Shiffrin, who now has 99 wins — more than any Alpine ski racer in the history of the sport. Shiffrin is currently sidelined after a crash in a giant slalom event in Killington, Vermont, last weekend. Vonn’s last major race was in February 2019, when she finished third in a downhill during the world championships in Sweden. The three-time Olympic medalist left the circuit still near the top of her game. But all the broken arms and legs, concussions and torn knee ligaments took too big a toll and sent her into retirement. She had a partial knee replacement last April and felt good enough to give racing another shot. “It's very impressive to see all the passion that Lindsey still has,” Gisin said. Also racing Saturday was 45-year-old Sarah Schleper, who once competed for the United States but now represents Mexico. Schleper was the next racer behind Vonn and they got a chance to share a moment between a pair of 40-somethings still racing. “I was like, ‘Give me some tips, Lindsey,’” Schleper said. “She’s like, ‘Oh, it’s a highway tuck, the whole thing.’ Then she’s like, ‘It’s just like the good old days.’" Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen, foreground right, dives toward the end zone to score past San Francisco 49ers defensive end Robert Beal Jr. (51) and linebacker Dee Winters during the second half of an NFL football game in Orchard Park, N.Y., Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus) Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green goes up for a dunk during the second half of an Emirates NBA cup basketball game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr) South Carolina guard Maddy McDaniel (1) drives to the basket against UCLA forward Janiah Barker (0) and center Lauren Betts (51) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Eric Thayer) Mari Fukada of Japan falls as she competes in the women's Snowboard Big Air qualifying round during the FIS Snowboard & Freeski World Cup 2024 at the Shougang Park in Beijing, Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. (AP Photo/Andy Wong) LSU punter Peyton Todd (38) kneels in prayer before an NCAA college football game against Oklahoma in Baton Rouge, La., Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. LSU won 37-17. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert) Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley, left, is hit by Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey, center, as Eagles wide receiver Parris Campbell (80) looks on during a touchdown run by Barkley in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough) Los Angeles Kings left wing Warren Foegele, left, trips San Jose Sharks center Macklin Celebrini, center, during the third period of an NHL hockey game Monday, Nov. 25, 2024, in San Jose, Calif. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez) Olympiacos' Francisco Ortega, right, challenges for the ball with FCSB's David Miculescu during the Europa League league phase soccer match between FCSB and Olympiacos at the National Arena stadium, in Bucharest, Romania, Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024. (AP Photo/Andreea Alexandru) Brazil's Botafogo soccer fans react during the Copa Libertadores title match against Atletico Mineiro in Argentina, during a watch party at Nilton Santos Stadium, in Rio de Janeiro, Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. (AP Photo/Bruna Prado) Seattle Kraken fans react after a goal by center Matty Beniers against the San Jose Sharks was disallowed due to goaltender interference during the third period of an NHL hockey game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, in Seattle. The Sharks won 4-2. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson) New York Islanders left wing Anders Lee (27), center, fight for the puck with Boston Bruins defensemen Parker Wotherspoon (29), left, and Brandon Carlo (25), right during the second period of an NHL hockey game, Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2024, in Elmont, N.Y. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson) Jiyai Shin of Korea watches her shot on the 10th hole during the final round of the Australian Open golf championship at the Kingston Heath Golf Club in Melbourne, Australia, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024. (AP Photo/Asanka Brendon Ratnayake) Lara Gut-Behrami, of Switzerland, competes during a women's World Cup giant slalom skiing race, Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, in Killington, Vt. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty) New York Islanders goaltender Ilya Sorokin cools off during first period of an NHL hockey game against the Boston Bruins, Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2024, in Elmont, N.Y. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson) Brazil's Amanda Gutierres, second right, is congratulated by teammate Yasmin, right, after scoring her team's first goal during a soccer international between Brazil and Australia in Brisbane, Australia, Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024. (AP Photo/Pat Hoelscher) Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers (89) tries to leap over Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Joshua Williams (2) during the first half of an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo., Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga) England's Alessia Russo, left, and United States' Naomi Girma challenge for the ball during the International friendly women soccer match between England and United States at Wembley stadium in London, Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth) Gold medalists Team Netherlands competes in the Team Sprint Women race of the ISU World Cup Speed Skating Beijing 2024 held at the National Speed Skating Oval in Beijing, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024. (AP Photo/Ng Han Guan) Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones (33) reaches for an incomplete pass ahead of Arizona Cardinals linebacker Mack Wilson Sr. (2) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr) Melanie Meillard, center, of Switzerland, competes during the second run in a women's World Cup slalom skiing race, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024, in Killington, Vt. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty) South Africa's captain Temba Bavuma misses a catch during the fourth day of the first Test cricket match between South Africa and Sri Lanka, at Kingsmead stadium in Durban, South Africa, Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. (AP Photo/Themba Hadebe) Mathilde Gremaud of Switzerland competes in the women's Freeski Big Air qualifying round during the FIS Snowboard & Freeski World Cup 2024 at the Shougang Park in Beijing, Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. (AP Photo/Andy Wong) Luiz Henrique of Brazil's Botafogo, right. is fouled by goalkeeper Everson of Brazil's Atletico Mineiro inside the penalty area during a Copa Libertadores final soccer match at Monumental stadium in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. (AP Photo/Natacha Pisarenko) Get local news delivered to your inbox!Throughout human history, we have seen the rise and fall of many empires which have shaped civilizations, cultures, and the course of global events. At the center of each empire is the desire to expand it as much as one could, only a few managed to do so. Because expansion of territories almost always involves conflicts, wars, and conquest. However, they unified diverse peoples under a single rule, leaving behind legacies that continue to influence the modern world. Let us look at the largest empires in history. Persian Empire Spanning from the sixth century B.C. to the 20th century A.D., the Persian Empire is one of the largest empires in history, stretching from Europe’s Balkan Peninsula in the West to India’s Indus Valley in the East. It was founded by Cyrus the Great around 550 BC. Cyrus united a collection of semi-nomadic tribes into a powerful empire. The empire was also sometimes called the Achaemenid Empire. It became the hub of art, religion, science, art, and technology for over a century. The empire was conquered by Alexander the Great in 330 BC, ending its prosperous and stable period. Han Dynasty The Han dynasty (206 BCE–220 CE) marked a crucial period in the history of China, reuniting the country after the civil war that followed the death of Qin Shihuangdi in 210 BCE. Lasting over 400 years, the Han dynasty established Confucianism as the official government orthodoxy, shaping the cultural and political framework of the empire. During this time, China expanded its influence into neighboring regions, including Vietnam and Korea, solidifying its position as a dominant power in East Asia. Umayyad Caliphate Considered among the largest empires, the Umayyad Caliphate was founded in 632 CE. The Umayyad Caliphate, the second of the four major Arab caliphates established after Muhammad's death, significantly expanded the Islamic state's territory. Their conquests brought the Caucasus, Transoxiana, Sindh, the Maghreb, and much of the Iberian Peninsula into the Muslim world. Mongol Empire The Mongol Empire was founded by Genghis Khan, in 1206 CE. And it continued to spread throughout the 13th and 14th centuries CE. Originating from a group of nomadic tribes in Central Asia, it eventually expanded at its peak to span from Central Asia to Central Europe and the Sea of Japan. Ottoman Empire The Ottoman Empire was one of the largest and longest-lasting empires in world history. At the peak of its success, i.e., the Islamic empire of Süleyman the Magnificent, the empire covered portions of three continents: Southeastern Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa.SAN SALVADOR (Reuters) -El Salvador's legislature overturned a seven-year-old ban on metals mining on Monday, a move that President Nayib Bukele had pushed for to boost economic growth, but that environmental groups had opposed. El Salvador became the first country in the world to ban all forms of metals mining in 2017. Bukele, who took office in 2019, has called the ban absurd. All 57 of Bukele's allies in the Central American country's 60-seat legislature voted for the president's legislation to overturn the ban. The legislation will grant the Salvadoran government sole authority over mining activities within the country's land and maritime territory. "By creating a law that puts the state at the center, we are guaranteeing that the population's wellbeing will be at the center of decision making," lawmaker Elisa Rosales, from Bukele's New Ideas party, said in a speech to the legislature. The legislation does prohibit the use of mercury in mining, and seeks to declare some areas incompatible with metals mining as protected nature reserves. El Salvador's economy is expected to grow 3% this year, according to the International Monetary Fund, but it has a heavy debt burden that hit a level of around 85% of gross domestic product earlier this year. Bukele, who enjoys wide popularity among voters after a gang crackdown, has touted mining's economic potential for the country of roughly 6 million people. The president shared on social media last month that studies conducted in just 4% of Salvadoran territory where mining is possible had identified gold deposits worth some $132 billion, equivalent to about 380% of El Salvador's GDP. "This wealth, given by God, can be harnessed responsibly to bring unprecedented economic and social development to our people," Bukele wrote at the time. Dozens of people protested on Monday near Congress against the reauthorization of mining, arguing that future projects could affect the communities and ecosystem of the smallest country in Central America. "We oppose metals mining because it has been technically and scientifically proven that mining is not viable in the country," environmentalist Luis Gonzalez told reporters. "The level of contamination that would be generated in the water, soil and biodiversity is unacceptable for life as we know it." (Reporting by Nelson Renteria; Writing by Brendan O'Boyle; Editing by Kylie Madry and Rosalba O'Brien)
If you find yourself with a bit of extra cash in your Christmas stocking this year, you might be thinking about some undervalued ASX stocks to add to your portfolio. Here are two of my current favourites. One is a leading Aussie tapping into emerging AI trends by providing data storage solutions. The other is a former market darling down on its luck after releasing an underwhelming outlook for FY25. NextDC has been one of my favourite ASX tech shares to own for years now. However, as more companies incorporate (AI) technology into their everyday operations, the for NextDC only becomes more compelling. NextDC is one of Australia's leading operators of data centres, which are physical facilities that store companies' data and other digital assets. NextDC's data centres are colocation facilities, which means multiple clients can rent space in the data centre at once. This allows companies to outsource their data storage needs so that they don't have to spend a fortune building their own technology infrastructure. I think NextDC is a great share to buy right now because of how rapidly AI, automation, and digitisation are being adopted by large corporations. All this new data needs to be stored somewhere, which could drive a massive surge in demand for data centre space. This is already starting to play out in the . Revenues were up 12% year-on-year to $404.3 million for the financial year ended 30 June 2024, while underlying came in above the company's guidance at $204.3 million. After surging to a 52-week high of $23.51 back in March, Audinate shares have since plunged almost 70% to just $7.31 at the time of writing. However, I think the market has unfairly punished Audinate shares, and they could offer investors an excellent buying opportunity at these prices. Audinate is a aiming to disrupt the audiovisual (AV) technology industry. Its flagship product, called Dante, is designed to replace all the complicated audio and video connections of outdated analogue systems with a digital computer network. It simplifies complex AV systems without compromising sound or image quality, making them far easier to manage. Its customers include hospitality venues, sports and entertainment events, and even churches and other places of worship. There are several good reasons to invest in Audinate. The company is an industry leader with significant intellectual property (IP) behind it, which makes it very difficult for new entrants to take away any of its market share. This gives it a considerable – something investors normally go gaga for. Plus, Audinate's FY24 results (for the year ended 30 June 2024) . Revenues were up 28.4% year-on-year to $91.5 million, and EBITDA was a record $20.4 million. However, investors were concerned about Audinate's near-term outlook. The company identified a number of headwinds that could negatively impact revenues in FY25, including shorter order lead times, higher inventory levels, and a slowdown in demand after the post-COVID recovery. While the company did flag that it expected things to rebound in FY26, many investors decided they didn't want to wait that long and dumped their shares. But this mass sell-off could be a great buying opportunity for those who are still bullish about Audinate's long-term growth potential. Speaking at the time of the results, Audinate CEO Aidan Williams said: Whilst we expect FY25 to be a transitional year, the long-term strategic thesis for Audinate remains unchanged. With the challenges of the last few years behind us, we will redouble our efforts to drive audio & video unit growth, a key building block in our long-term strategy.Aberdeen midfielder Dante Polvara lifts lid on how set-piece coach role helped his rehab from injury nightmare
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LINCOLN — For Lincoln mother Sierra Shouse, there was no other option but to send her oldest son, Sammy, to Christ Lincoln Schools for kindergarten, even if it was a financial burden. Shouse went to school there herself, and Sammy was enrolled in the school’s day care program at age 4, helping him build friendships and familiarity with the school staff. “It’s the only school he’s ever known,” Shouse said. Shouse was aided in paying for the private school through an opportunity scholarship provided by Legislative Bill 1402, which passed the Legislature earlier this year, appropriating $10 million per year for scholarships to private schools. Shouse said she intends to keep Sammy enrolled at Christ Lincoln no matter what, but after LB 1402’s program was repealed through a voter referendum, the future of her two younger children is still up in the air. There are plenty of unanswered questions left in the wake of the referendum’s success, which passed comfortably in Nebraska’s general election by just over 14 percentage points. Supporters of LB 1402 in the Nebraska Legislature are working out the best way to approach “school choice” policies, while families who benefited from the scholarships are left in a state of limbo, unsure if they will continue seeing the same support. Meanwhile, a Nebraska Supreme Court ruling from September could impact future moves to provide public money for private school students. For the last eight years, State Sen. Lou Ann Linehan of the Omaha area has championed “school choice” legislation. Most of her proposals came up short, until LB 753 passed in 2023, allocating $25 million annually in tax credits for private donations to the private school scholarship funds. That bill also faced a repeal through a voter referendum, led by Support Our Schools Nebraska. Opponents to LB 753 and LB 1402 argued the bills would deplete state funding available for public schools, which could lead to budget cuts and property tax increases. The first Support Our Schools referendum qualified for the ballot, but to get around the referendum, Linehan introduced LB 1402 in 2024, which repealed LB 753 upon its passage. Linehan acknowledged LB 1402 was an “ end run “ bill intended to circumvent the referendum. In response, Support Our Schools launched a new ballot initiative campaign to partially repeal LB 1402, getting rid of the underlying program, but retaining the LB 753 repeal. Once again, supporters gathered enough signatures in their petition drive to qualify for the ballot. The second referendum faced attempts to remove it from the ballot, several of which came directly from Linehan. It also survived a challenge in the Nebraska Supreme Court in September, and Support Our Schools leader Tim Royers said he expected more opposition in the months leading up to November. Linehan, who did host one press conference days before the election to combat a Support Our Schools ad, said the reason she didn’t try harder to oppose the referendum was simply because she felt it didn’t make sense to sink a ton of funds to protect a program that only appropriated $10 million each year. “We’re not going to spend $10 million to save $10 million,” Linehan said. Royers noted, however, that in 2023 Keep Kids First, a group with which Linehan was affiliated, raised over $1.4 million to oppose the first Support Our Schools referendum. Support Our Schools raised about $1.7 million that year, and raised an additional $4.6 million so far this year. The landscape for “school choice” policy is sure to look different in the 2025 session, if only because Linehan is term-limited and will not be returning. Royers said he can’t imagine another lawmaker emerging with the same level of commitment that Linehan brought. But Linehan says she’s not worried. She said there’s “more than a handful” of current senators willing to take up the mantle, and she was also optimistic about several incoming lawmakers who will be starting their first terms next year. She mentioned Omaha Sens. Brad von Gillern and Christy Armendariz, both of whom told The World-Herald they were interested in school choice policy, though neither confirmed that they were planning any bills for next session. Possibly the biggest hurdle for “school choice” advocates next year comes from the Nebraska Supreme Court ruling that allowed this year’s referendum to stay on the ballot. Plaintiffs argued the measure didn’t qualify for the ballot because it violated a provision of the Nebraska Constitution that prohibits voter referendums from impacting direct appropriations. But the high court ruled that since the ballot initiative only sought to repeal a section of LB 1402 that didn’t include an appropriation, it could be subject to a referendum. The ruling noted that LB 1402 had a separate appropriation bill that accompanied it. Linehan said the ruling threatened any and all legislation that came with appropriations, and it could lead to the “death of the A bill,” using the legislative shorthand for an appropriations bill. Neither von Gillern nor Armendariz gave specifics on how lawmakers could approach school choice legislation that would be shielded from a referendum in the wake of the ruling. Linehan argued that appropriation bills aren’t even necessary for legislation that allocates funds, describing them as more of a “counting mechanism” than anything else. But Fiscal Analyst Scott Danigole said appropriation bills are necessary for most measures that appropriate state funds, with the only exception he could think of being a bill that shifted funding that had already been appropriated. While it is theoretically possible for lawmakers to do away with appropriation bills, it would require them to get creative, and would likely bring a lot of ripple effects. Although Royers said he would be shocked if no “school choice” policies are introduced in 2025, he believes the overall appetite to debate the issue has lessened in the aftermath of the referendum. Like Linehan, Royers also found encouragement in the the outcome of several legislative races. He said the Legislature will become more “public school friendly” than it was in 2024. “I think everybody is trying to take a break from the ‘school choice’ fight,” Royers said. Royers said the primary concern for lawmakers should be addressing the educator shortage in Nebraska, which leads to issues like larger class sizes that can affect academic performance. Royers said special education teacher vacancies were 10 times higher last school year than they were in 2013, citing data from the State Department of Education, and Nebraska’s colleges aren’t producing enough new teachers to fill the gap. Meanwhile, the people directly involved in LB 1402’s program are also trying to figure out their next steps. Jeremy Ekeler, executive director of Opportunity Scholarships of Nebraska, said the organization is currently tying up loose ends and trying to see if it can continue operating as an organization that operates based on private donations. OSN worked with Odyssey, a national technology vendor that works with five other states to implement similar programs. OSN provided Odyssey with local information, while Odyssey ran the technology that processed the applications and distributed the scholarships directly to eligible schools based on LB 1402’s guidelines. According to Ekeler, between LB 753 and LB 1402, roughly 5,500 scholarships were issued, averaging about $2,300 per student. For LB 1402’s program, about $9.2 million overall was distributed in scholarships. Those scholarships are still good through the end of this academic year, but they will not continue into the 2025-26 school year. That will make the budget tighter for Omaha Street School, where Principal Anthony Williams said 12 of the school’s 35 students received scholarships this year through LB 1402. The average cost to educate each student is roughly $23,000 per year, Williams said. All of their families use some form of financial aid, and Williams said the school tailors its tuition to the financial needs of each family, ranging from $30 to $550 per month. Without outside support, he said the school has to eat the remaining costs. “Sometimes, we got to pinch pennies,” Williams said. Williams said LB 1402’s program expiring will not mean any of the current students will not be able to continue learning at the school. In fact, he said the school may be able to stretch the scholarship funds through the following school year. For Shouse, she intends to keep Sammy enrolled at Christ Lincoln, but she is not sure about her younger two children, which she said is a “heartbreaking” dilemma. Her younger children, 3 and 1, respectively, are already enrolled in Christ Lincoln’s day care and preschool programs. Shouse is a single mother, and provides the sole income for her family. During Sammy’s first year of kindergarten, he did not have a scholarship, which Shouse said placed a heavy financial burden on her. That took the form of multiple small sacrifices, from having breakfast for dinner because it was cheaper, to telling Sammy he couldn’t attend a friend’s birthday party because she couldn’t afford to buy a present. “There was a lot of tears,” Shouse said. “There’s always been a lot of tears.” There are several reasons why Shouse hasn’t considered public school an option for any of her children. Primarily, she said Christ Lincoln best aligns with her family values. She’s also concerned that the larger class sizes would mean her children wouldn’t get the individualized care they need. Two of her children, including Sammy, have IEPs. When it was first recommended to Shouse that Sammy repeat kindergarten based on his speech therapy needs and emerging academic concerns, she said she sought out summer school options for him through the Lincoln Public Schools but was denied because his needs weren’t severe enough. She said LPS officials told her there was no reason to delay his advancement to first grade, which she said exemplified that they were not properly attuned to her son’s needs. “It’s not a school board’s decision what’s best for my child,” Shouse said. Norfolk Catholic players celebrate after winning the fifth and final set of a Class C2 first round state volleyball tournament match against Yutan at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024. Thayer Central players celebrate after winning the fourth and final set of a Class C2 first round state volleyball tournament match against Freeman at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024. With results still too close to call, State Sen. Tony Vargas stands with his mother, Lidia Vargas, left, and his wife, Lauren Vargas, right, after speaking to supporters during an election night watch party at the Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel in Omaha on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024. Louise LaFramboise holds white roses given to her by the Nebraska Nurse Honor Guard’ during their Living Tribute Ceremony for LaFramboise at the Center of Nursing Science at UNMC in Omaha on Friday, Nov. 8, 2024. Deb Zobel, right, honors Louise LaFramboise during the Nebraska Nurse Honor Guard’s Living Tribute Ceremony at the Center of Nursing Science at UNMC in Omaha on Friday, Nov. 8, 2024. Deb Zobel, right, holds the hand of Louise LaFramboise as she honors her during the Nebraska Nurse Honor Guard’s Living Tribute Ceremony at the Center of Nursing Science at UNMC in Omaha on Friday, Nov. 8, 2024. Milford's Sarah Reynolds (15) serves the ball during the first set of a Class C1 first round state volleyball tournament match at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024. Gothenburg, bottom and Minden warm-up before the first set of a Class C1 first round state volleyball tournament match at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024. Waverly celebrates their win over Bennington during the first set of a Class B first round state volleyball tournament match at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024. Elkhorn North's Kaitlyn Huff (15) lifts up Elkhorn North's Ava Thompson (3) to celebrate during the first set of a Class B first round state volleyball tournament match at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024. A pass bounces off Nebraska's Jacory Barney Jr. (17) before being intercepted by UCLA's Kaylin Moore (9) during the second half of a college football game at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024. Nebraska's Dante Dowdell (23) hurdles UCLA's Ramon Henderson (11) during the second half of a college football game at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024. UCLA's Oluwafemi Oladejo (2) hits Nebraska's Dylan Raiola (15) as throws a pass during the first half of a college football game at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024. The line for early voting at the Douglas County Election Commission in Omaha extends out of the parking lot on 122nd Avenue on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024. The line for early voting at the Douglas County Election Commission in Omaha extends out of the parking lot on 122nd Avenue on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024. The ball bounces off of the knee of Nebraska's Jacory Barney Jr. (17) before UCLA recovered the ball during the second half of a college football game at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024. Nebraska's Rollie Worster (24) goes up for a layup against Texas Rio Grand Valley's Cliff Davis (10) during the second half of a college men's basketball game at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024. Marcus Hardy fills out his ballot at the Malcolm X Memorial Foundation in Omaha on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024. Voters walk into Ronald Wilson Reagan Elementary School to vote in Omaha on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024. Scott Hill fills out his ballot at Metropolitan Community College Elkhorn Valley Campus in Omaha on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024. Creighton's Ryan Kalkbrenner (11) goes up for a shot against Texas Rio Grand Valley's Tommy Gankhuyag (33) during the first half of a men's college basketball game at the CHI Health Center in Omaha on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024. Creighton's Ryan Kalkbrenner (11) dunks the ball above Texas Rio Grand Valley's DK Thorn (3) during the second half of a men's college basketball game at the CHI Health Center in Omaha on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024. Veterans salute during the singing of the national anthem during a Veteran's Day ceremony at Memorial Park in Omaha on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024. Members of the Omaha Benson JROTC prepare for a Veteran's Day ceremony at Memorial Park in Omaha on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024. Brian Prokop holds his and his fiancee Tracy Bequett’s cat Ballsac at their home in Kennard on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024. The cat went missing after an EF-4 tornado destroyed most of the structures on the property, including their and Bequett’s father’s homes, in April. Six months later, Ballsac was found and returned home. Attendees salute at the Veterans Day Parade in Bellevue on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024. Shamus Connor, 10, hands American flags to members of the Bellevue fire department at the Veterans Day Parade in Bellevue on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024. People watch as Omaha’s official Christmas tree, a 40 foot spruce donated by Mark and Joanie Maszk, is brought in at The Durham Museum in Omaha on Monday, Nov. 18, 2024. Ethan McCullough, left, and Michaela Lentsch stand under an umbrella as they look at the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree during it’s stop at the Gene Leahy Mall at The RiverFront in Omaha on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024. Makai Hatcher shows his daughter, Mackenzie, how to put a fish hook on a line while fishing at Miller Park in Omaha on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024. Mackenzie is one. Makai Hatcher spends the afternoon fishing at Miller Park in Omaha on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024. Makai Hatcher puts a worm on a hook while fishing at Miller Park in Omaha on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024. Zoo employees and their family members enjoy a preview of Zoolightful at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium in Omaha, on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024. ebamer@owh.com Twitter @ErinBamer Get local news delivered to your inbox!
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