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black lucky cat How the stock market defied expectations again this year, by the numbers NEW YORK (AP) — What a wonderful year 2024 has been for investors. U.S. stocks ripped higher and carried the S&P 500 to records as the economy kept growing and the Federal Reserve began cutting interest rates. The benchmark index posted its first back-to-back annual gains of more than 20% since 1998. The year featured many familiar winners, such as Big Tech, which got even bigger as their stock prices kept growing. But it wasn’t just Apple, Nvidia and the like. Bitcoin and gold surged and “Roaring Kitty” reappeared to briefly reignite the meme stock craze. Stock market today: Stocks waver in thin trading after US markets reopen following a holiday pause Stocks are wavering on Wall Street as gains in tech companies and retailers help temper losses elsewhere in the market. The S&P 500, Nasdaq composite and Dow Jones Industrial Average were down by less than 0.1% in afternoon trading Thursday. Trading volume is lighter than usual as U.S. markets reopened following the Christmas holiday. The Labor Department reported that U.S. applications for unemployment benefits held steady last week, though continuing claims rose to the highest level in three years. Treasury yields fell. U.S. markets have historically gotten a boost at year’s end despite lower trading volumes. Israel strikes Houthi rebels in Yemen's capital while the WHO chief says he was meters away JERUSALEM (AP) — A new round of Israeli airstrikes in Yemen have targeted the Houthi rebel-held capital of Sanaa and multiple ports. The World Health Organization’s director-general said the bombardment on Thursday took place just “meters away” as he was about to board a flight in Sanaa. He says a crew member was hurt. The strikes followed several days of Houthi attacks and launches setting off sirens in Israel. Israel's military says it attacked infrastructure used by the Houthis at the international airport in Sanaa, power stations and ports. The Israeli military later said it wasn’t aware that the WHO chief was at the location in Yemen. Holiday shoppers increased spending by 3.8% despite higher prices New data shows holiday sales rose this year even as Americans wrestled with still high prices in many grocery necessities and other financial worries. According to Mastercard SpendingPulse, holiday sales from the beginning of November through Christmas Eve climbed 3.8%, a faster pace than the 3.1% increase from a year earlier. The measure tracks all kinds of payments including cash and debit cards. This year, retailers were even more under the gun to get shoppers in to buy early and in bulk since there were five fewer days between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Mastercard SpendingPulse says the last five days of the season accounted for 10% of the spending. Sales of clothing, electronics and Jewelry rose. Finland stops Russia-linked vessel over damaged undersea power cable in Baltic Sea FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Finnish police say authorities detained a ship linked to neighboring Russia as they investigate whether it damaged a Baltic Sea power cable and several data cables. It was the latest incident involving disruption of key infrastructure. Police and border guards boarded the Eagle S and took control as they investigate damage to the Estlink-2 undersea power cable. The cable brings electricity from Finland to Estonia across the Baltic Sea. The cable went down on Wednesday. The incident follows damage to two data cables and the Nord Stream gas pipelines. Both have been termed sabotage. Russian ship that sank in the Mediterranean was attacked, owner says MOSCOW (AP) — The Russian operator of a cargo ship that sank in the Mediterranean Sea between Spain and Algeria says it has been hit by a series of explosions in an act of sabotage. Oboronlogistica is a state-controlled company that operated the Ursa Major freighter. The company said the vessel was wrecked by three powerful explosions just above the water line in what it described as a “terrorist attack” that caused it to sink on Monday. The company said in a statement carried by Russia’s state RIA Novosti news agency on Thursday that the explosions left a hole in the ship’s starboard and filled the engine room with acrid smoke. That hampered the crew’s attempts to access it. Undersea power cable linking Finland and Estonia hit by outage, prompting investigation FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Finland’s prime minister says authorities are investigating an interruption in a power cable under the Baltic Sea between his country and Estonia. Petteri Orpo said on X that power transmission through the Estlink-2 cable suffered an outage Wednesday. Authorities have been on edge about undersea infrastructure in the Baltic after two international data cables were severed in November and the Nord Stream gas pipelines between Russia and Germany were blown up in September 2022. Japan to maximize nuclear power in clean-energy push as electricity demand grows TOKYO (AP) — A Japanese government panel has largely supported a draft energy policy calling for bolstering renewables up to half of Japanese electricity needs by 2040. It also recommends maximizing the use of nuclear power to accommodate the growing demand for power in the era of AI while meeting decarbonization targets. Cabinet is expected to formally approve the plan by March following a period of public consultation. The policy says nuclear energy should account for 20% of Japan’s energy supply in 2040, with renewables expanded to 40-50% and coal-fired power reduced to 30-40%. Working Well: Returning to the office can disrupt life. Here are some tips to navigate the changes NEW YORK (AP) — Thousands of workers are facing an unsettling reality heading into 2025. After years of working from the comfort of home, they're being told it’s time to return to the office full-time for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic. That can bring a host of challenges, including losing time with family. Workers at Amazon, AT&T and other companies have been called back to the office five days a week. Experts have advice to share about how to navigate the changes when an employer calls you back to the office. Workers can convey what they need, seek flexibility and if all else fails, consider other options. US applications for unemployment benefits hold steady, but continuing claims rise to 3-year high WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits held steady last week, though continuing claims rose to the highest level in three years. The US Labor Department reported Thursday that jobless claim applications ticked down by 1,000 to 219,000 for the week of Dec. 21. That’s fewer than the 223,000 analysts forecast. Continuing claims, the total number of Americans collecting jobless benefits, climbed by 46,000 to 1.91 million for the week of Dec. 14. That’s more than analysts projected and the most since the week of Nov. 13, 2021. Weekly applications for jobless benefits are considered representative of U.S. layoffs.

Top war-crimes court issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and others in Israel-Hamas fightingSome tech industry leaders are pushing the incoming Trump administration to increase visas for highly skilled workers from other nations. Related Articles National Politics | In states that ban abortion, social safety net programs often fail families National Politics | Court rules Georgia lawmakers can subpoena Fani Willis for information related to her Trump case National Politics | New 2025 laws hit hot topics from AI in movies to rapid-fire guns National Politics | Trump has pressed for voting changes. GOP majorities in Congress will try to make that happen National Politics | Exhausted by political news? TV ratings and new poll say you’re not alone The heart of the argument is, for America to remain competitive, the country needs to expand the number of skilled visas it gives out. The previous Trump administration did not increase the skilled visa program, instead clamping down on visas for students and educated workers, increasing denial rates. Not everyone in corporate America thinks the skilled worker program is great. Former workers at IT company Cognizant recently won a federal class-action lawsuit that said the company favored Indian employees over Americans from 2013 to 2022. A Bloomberg investigation found Cognizant, and other similar outsourcing companies, mainly used its skilled work visas for lower-level positions. Workers alleged Cognizant preferred Indian workers because they could be paid less and were more willing to accept inconvenient or less-favorable assignments. Question: Should the U.S. increase immigration levels for highly skilled workers? Caroline Freund, UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy YES: Innovation is our superpower and it relies on people. Sourcing talent from 8 billion people in the world instead of 330 million here makes sense. Nearly half our Fortune 500 companies were founded by immigrants or their children. Growing them also relies on expanding our skilled workforce. The cap on skilled-worker visas has hardly changed since the computer age started. With AI on the horizon, attracting and building talent is more important than ever. Kelly Cunningham, San Diego Institute for Economic Research YES: After years of openly allowing millions of undocumented entrants into the country, why is there controversy over legally increasing somewhat the number having desirable skills? Undocumented immigration significantly impacts lower skill level jobs and wages competing with domestic workers at every skill level. Why should special cases be made against those having higher skills? Could they just not walk across the border anyway, why make it more inconvenient to those with desirable skills? James Hamilton, UC San Diego YES: Knowledge and technology are key drivers of the U.S. economy. Students come from all over the world to learn at U.S. universities, and their spending contributed $50 billion to U.S. exports last year. Technological advantage is what keeps us ahead of the rest of the world. Highly skilled immigrants contribute much more in taxes than they receive in public benefits. The skills immigrants bring to America can make us all better off. Norm Miller, University of San Diego YES: According to Forbes, the majority of billion-dollar startups were founded by foreigners. I’ve interviewed dozens of data analysts and programmers from Berkeley, UCSD, USD and a few other schools and 75% of them are foreign. There simply are not enough American graduates to fill the AI and data mining related jobs now exploding in the U.S. If we wish to remain a competitive economy, we need highly skilled and bright immigrants to come here and stay. David Ely, San Diego State University YES: Being able to employ highly skilled workers from a larger pool of candidates would strengthen the competitiveness of U.S. companies by increasing their capacity to perform research and innovate. This would boost the country’s economic output. Skilled workers from other nations that cannot remain in the U.S. will find jobs working for foreign rivals. The demand for H-1B visas far exceeds the current cap of 85,000, demonstrating a need to modify this program. Phil Blair, Manpower YES: Every country needs skilled workers, at all levels, to grow its economy. We should take advantage of the opportunity these workers provide our employers who need these skills. It should be blended into our immigration policies allowing for both short and long term visas. Gary London, London Moeder Advisors YES: San Diego is a premiere example of how highly skilled workers from around the globe enrich a community and its regional economy. Of course Visa levels need to be increased. But let’s go further. Tie visas and immigration with a provision that those who are admitted and educated at a U.S. university be incentivized, or even required, to be employed in the U.S. in exchange for their admittance. Bob Rauch, R.A. Rauch & Associates NO: While attracting high-skilled immigrants can fill critical gaps in sectors like technology, health care and advanced manufacturing, increasing high-skilled immigration could displace American workers and drive down wages in certain industries. There are already many qualified American workers available for some of these jobs. We should balance the need for specialized skills with the impact on the domestic workforce. I believe we can begin to increase the number of visas after a careful review of abuse. Austin Neudecker, Weave Growth YES: We should expand skilled visas to drive innovation and economic growth. Individuals who perform high-skilled work in labor-restricted industries or graduate from respected colleges with relevant degrees should be prioritized for naturalization. We depend on immigration for GDP growth, tax revenue, research, and so much more. Despite the abhorrent rhetoric and curtailing of visas in the first term, I hope the incoming administration can be persuaded to enact positive changes to a clearly flawed system. Chris Van Gorder, Scripps Health YES: But it should be based upon need, not politics. There are several industries that have or could have skilled workforce shortages, especially if the next administration tightens immigration as promised and expected. Over the years, there have been nursing shortages that have been met partially by trained and skilled nurses from other countries. The physician shortage is expected to get worse in the years to come. So, this visa program may very well be needed. Jamie Moraga, Franklin Revere NO: While skilled immigration could boost our economy and competitiveness, the U.S. should prioritize developing our domestic workforce. Hiring foreign nationals in sensitive industries or government-related work, especially in advanced technology or defense, raises security concerns. A balanced approach could involve targeted increases in non-sensitive high-demand fields coupled with investment in domestic STEM education and training programs. This could address immediate needs while strengthening the long-term STEM capabilities of the American workforce. Not participating this week: Alan Gin, University of San DiegoHaney Hong, San Diego County Taxpayers AssociationRay Major, economist Have an idea for an Econometer question? Email me at phillip.molnar@sduniontribune.com . Follow me on Threads: @phillip020There are times when a postseason bowl seems like the first game of next year for the participating teams. That cliche means something a little different for NC State and East Carolina. The Wolfpack and Pirates face each other in the Military Bowl on Saturday in Annapolis, Maryland. Then they’ll see each other again in about eight months. NC State opens the 2025 season at home against ECU on Aug. 30. There is certainly plenty of familiarity between these two programs, even though NC State (6-6) is in the ACC and East Carolina (7-5) is in the AAC. The teams — located about 80 miles apart — have met 32 times, most recently in 2022 when the Wolfpack won 21-20. From 1970-87, these teams played each other every year. Since 2004, they haven’t gone more than two consecutive seasons without meeting. “Hour and a half down the road and you’re playing — whether you play every year or don’t play every year — I think it’s still a rivalry,” East Carolina coach Blake Harrell said. “Our fans still get excited. They still think that’s a rivalry. Our players still think that’s a rivalry.” NC State leads the series 19-13 and has won three straight — but East Carolina won three in a row before that. “It’s weird playing a team that we open with next year,” Wolfpack coach Dave Doeren said. “We don’t play them that much. We play them every three years, so it’s really a roster turnover. Every time we see them, it’s a different ballclub for the most part. But yeah, finishing with who you open with is unique.” Postseason history NC State and East Carolina met in the Peach Bowl in 1992 — during an eight-year hiatus in their regular-season series. ECU scored three touchdowns in the final 7:26 to win 37-34. “We had that time during COVID, we obviously all had some down time. I remember searching through YouTube, just past games to check out. That game did pop up,” Harrell said. “That was a special moment for that team and that program at the time, and this could be a special moment for this team and this program.” Last time here NC State is playing in the Military Bowl for the first time. East Carolina was supposed to participate in 2021, but the game was canceled. The Pirates lost to Maryland in the 2010 edition. Long-term choice Harrell took over on an interim basis in the middle of the season when Mike Houston was fired. After leading the Pirates to four straight wins, Harrell had the interim tag removed . Next man up Freshman CJ Bailey took over at quarterback for NC State this season after concussion problems ended Grayson McCall’s career. Bailey has completed 64.1% of his passes. Only Philip Rivers and Russell Wilson threw for more touchdowns as a freshman for the Wolfpack than Bailey, who has 14 TD tosses. “He’s a really good player. Doesn’t play like a freshman to me,” Harrell said. “Makes really good throws down the field, has a really good arm, and then if he takes off scrambling or if the quarterback-designed run game, he’s a long strider. He can eat up some ground. Nobody ever catches him.” ___ Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-football

By MICHELLE L. PRICE WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — An online spat between factions of Donald Trump’s supporters over immigration and the tech industry has thrown internal divisions in his political movement into public display, previewing the fissures and contradictory views his coalition could bring to the White House. The rift laid bare the tensions between the newest flank of Trump’s movement — wealthy members of the tech world including billionaire Elon Musk and fellow entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy and their call for more highly skilled workers in their industry — and people in Trump’s Make America Great Again base who championed his hardline immigration policies. The debate touched off this week when Laura Loomer , a right-wing provocateur with a history of racist and conspiratorial comments, criticized Trump’s selection of Sriram Krishnan as an adviser on artificial intelligence policy in his coming administration. Krishnan favors the ability to bring more skilled immigrants into the U.S. Loomer declared the stance to be “not America First policy” and said the tech executives who have aligned themselves with Trump were doing so to enrich themselves. Much of the debate played out on the social media network X, which Musk owns. Loomer’s comments sparked a back-and-forth with venture capitalist and former PayPal executive David Sacks , whom Trump has tapped to be the “White House A.I. & Crypto Czar.” Musk and Ramaswamy, whom Trump has tasked with finding ways to cut the federal government , weighed in, defending the tech industry’s need to bring in foreign workers. It bloomed into a larger debate with more figures from the hard-right weighing in about the need to hire U.S. workers, whether values in American culture can produce the best engineers, free speech on the internet, the newfound influence tech figures have in Trump’s world and what his political movement stands for. Trump has not yet weighed in on the rift, and his presidential transition team did not respond to a message seeking comment. Musk, the world’s richest man who has grown remarkably close to the president-elect , was a central figure in the debate, not only for his stature in Trump’s movement but his stance on the tech industry’s hiring of foreign workers. Technology companies say H-1B visas for skilled workers, used by software engineers and others in the tech industry, are critical for hard-to-fill positions. But critics have said they undercut U.S. citizens who could take those jobs. Some on the right have called for the program to be eliminated, not expanded. Born in South Africa, Musk was once on an a H-1B visa himself and defended the industry’s need to bring in foreign workers. “There is a permanent shortage of excellent engineering talent,” he said in a post. “It is the fundamental limiting factor in Silicon Valley.” Related Articles National Politics | Trump threat to immigrant health care tempered by economic hopes National Politics | In states that ban abortion, social safety net programs often fail families National Politics | Court rules Georgia lawmakers can subpoena Fani Willis for information related to her Trump case National Politics | New 2025 laws hit hot topics from AI in movies to rapid-fire guns National Politics | Trump has pressed for voting changes. GOP majorities in Congress will try to make that happen Trump’s own positions over the years have reflected the divide in his movement. His tough immigration policies, including his pledge for a mass deportation, were central to his winning presidential campaign. He has focused on immigrants who come into the U.S. illegally but he has also sought curbs on legal immigration , including family-based visas. As a presidential candidate in 2016, Trump called the H-1B visa program “very bad” and “unfair” for U.S. workers. After he became president, Trump in 2017 issued a “Buy American and Hire American” executive order , which directed Cabinet members to suggest changes to ensure H-1B visas were awarded to the highest-paid or most-skilled applicants to protect American workers. Trump’s businesses, however, have hired foreign workers, including waiters and cooks at his Mar-a-Lago club , and his social media company behind his Truth Social app has used the the H-1B program for highly skilled workers. During his 2024 campaign for president, as he made immigration his signature issue, Trump said immigrants in the country illegally are “poisoning the blood of our country” and promised to carry out the largest deportation operation in U.S. history. But in a sharp departure from his usual alarmist message around immigration generally, Trump told a podcast this year that he wants to give automatic green cards to foreign students who graduate from U.S. colleges. “I think you should get automatically, as part of your diploma, a green card to be able to stay in this country,” he told the “All-In” podcast with people from the venture capital and technology world. Those comments came on the cusp of Trump’s budding alliance with tech industry figures, but he did not make the idea a regular part of his campaign message or detail any plans to pursue such changes.

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With over 6.6 billion smartphone users worldwide, almost 83% of the global population, the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on mobile devices has been massive. Since its introduction, AI has elevated smartphones to a new level of personalization, efficiency, and functionality. As AI technology continues to advance, smartphones are becoming intelligent tools that use machine learning, natural language processing, and neural networks to help us in everyday life with unprecedented ease and convenience. The most prominent difference AI has made to smartphones is in photography . AI cameras can identify scenes, objects, and even faces. So, they automatically adjust brightness, contrast, and focus. Portrait mode, night photography, and real-time editing are all due to AI algorithms. All these changes have enabled even amateur photographers to click professional-grade photographs with minimal effort. For example, AI enables cameras to automatically detect and adjust for landscapes, food, or low-light environments. This is now a sales pitch for many smartphone brands, as they appeal to users who prioritize excellent photography in their devices. Virtual assistants, like Google Assistant, Siri, and Alexa , have totally changed the way people relate to their smartphones. AI helpers can understand everyday language, answer questions, even guess what the user might want based on their actions, remind users about events, provide weather updates, and control smart home devices. They learn from what their users do and are very helpful in getting things done and making life easier. They can look at how someone uses things to give personal suggestions, like recommending an app or reminding someone about an event. Thus, such interaction between humans and technology has bridged the divide between humans and technology, as smartphones have emerged as the most indispensable day-to-day companion. The battery's life has always been one of the concerns of smartphone users. AI has challenged this by introducing intelligent battery management systems that analyze user habits and make efficient power allocation, giving priority to frequently used applications and functions over background activities. For example, it will understand when to charge the user's device, adapting to use more power during such time. This would be proactive, ensuring longer use and improving user experience. Many high-end smartphones currently integrate AI battery optimization by default. Another field where AI has revolutionized things is personalization. With AI, smartphones learn to change according to the user's preference and give them a different experience each time. Examples include predictive text, app suggestions, and even adjusting the smartphone's brightness. The other feature of AI-based apps is to monitor usage patterns and make recommendations. For instance, in smartphones, streaming applications use AI to develop content recommendations based on the history of what one views. This personalization will ensure that the user gets maximum benefits from the device. Concern for security in the smartphone industry has increased dramatically, and AI has responded to this need. The new feature of facial recognition and fingerprint scanning through AI replaced the traditional password for unlocking devices, which was much more secure and convenient. AI can detect suspicious actions, such as login attempts without a person's permission or malware threats. Some smartphones have AI-based systems that help identify fraud so that sensitive information and financial transactions are kept safe. These developments have made users more confident about smartphone security. It goes beyond single devices, as it has impacted the smartphone industry. It has influenced worldwide trends, making companies create the latest and most advanced technology. The need for AI features has made businesses spend more on research and development, which has resulted in more advanced devices being launched over time. The future of AI in smartphones will likely witness explosive growth, with the global AI-powered mobile market projected to reach $125.4 billion by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 24.8%. As AI technology continues to advance, we can expect significant breakthroughs in augmented reality (AR), AI-driven gaming, and real-time language translation. These innovations will redefine the mobile experience, offering users unparalleled convenience, personalized experiences, and enhanced security. As AI fine-tunes smartphone capabilities, it sets a new standard for the industry, driving novel ideas and transformative change. As this technology progresses, one thing is clear: AI will remain at the forefront of mobile innovation, changing the way we interact with our devices.

Josh Hubbard scored 25 points and Claudell Harris Jr. scored 21 on 6-of-9 shooting as Mississippi State escaped with a 91-84 win against Prairie View A&M on Sunday in Starkville, Miss. Prairie View A&M took a 65-64 lead with 10:38 remaining, but Hubbard and Harris Jr. each scored seven points to power the ensuing 14-1 run that put Mississippi State up for good. Hubbard punctuated the rally with a 3-pointer that made it 78-66 with 5:51 to play. The Bulldogs (8-1) stretched their lead to as many as 13 points in the closing minutes to notch their second straight win. Shawn Jones Jr. added 11 points for Mississippi State, while Michael Nwoko added 10 points and 10 rebounds. RJ Melendez also netted 10 points. The Panthers (1-8) were led by the trio of Nick Anderson (21 points) Tanahj Pettway (20) and Marcel Bryant (19). Pettway drilled 4 of 5 3-pointers and Bryant grabbed seven rebounds. Prairie View A&M got off to a hot start, opening up a 27-12 lead with 10:42 left in the first half. It was a surprising haymaker from the visitors, who entered the game winless in Division I play and faced a Bulldogs team that was ranked last week. Mississippi State eventually found its stride offensively, turning things around with a 32-17 run to tie the game at 44 entering halftime. The Bulldogs shot 50 percent from the field overall in the first half, but only made six of their 17 attempts from 3-point range (35.3 percent). Their defense remained an issue throughout the half, with the Panthers hitting 16 of their 27 shots (59.3 percent) and canning 5 of 8 3-pointers. Neither team led by more than five early in the second half until Mississippi State pulled away. The Bulldogs finished the game shooting 55.6 percent from the floor (30-of-54) and drilled 11 of 26 attempts (42.3 percent) from long range. They outrebounded Prairie View A&M 35-22 and outscored them 31-20 in bench points. The Panthers held a 34-32 advantage in points in the paint and shot 56.4 percent overall for the game, including 52.6 percent (10-of-19) on threes. --Field Level MediaStocks wavered on Wall Street in afternoon trading Thursday, as gains in tech companies and retailers helped temper losses elsewhere in the market. The S&P 500 was down less than 0.1% after drifting between small gains and losses. The benchmark index is coming off a three-day winning streak. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 6 points, or less than 0.1%, as of 1:52 p.m. Eastern time. The Nasdaq composite was down less than 0.1%. Trading volume was lighter than usual as U.S. markets reopened after the Christmas holiday. Chip company Broadcom rose 2.9%, Micron Technology was up 1% and Adobe gained 0.8%. While tech stocks overall were in the green, some heavyweights were a drag on the market. Semiconductor giant Nvidia, whose enormous valuation gives it an outsize influence on indexes, slipped 0.1%. Meta Platforms fell 0.7%, Amazon was down 0.6%, and Netflix gave up 1.1%. Tesla was among the biggest decliners in the S&P 500, down 1.9%. Health care stocks helped lift the market. CVS Health rose 1.7% and Walgreens Boots Alliance rose 3% for the biggest gain among S&P 500 stocks. Several retailers also gained ground. Target rose 2.8%, Best Buy was up 2.2% and Dollar Tree gained 2.7%. Retailers are hoping for a solid sales this holiday season, and the day after Christmas traditionally ranks among the top 10 biggest shopping days of the year, as consumers go online or rush to stores to cash in gift cards and raid bargain bins. U.S.-listed shares in Honda and Nissan rose 4% and 16%, respectively. The Japanese automakers announced earlier this week that the two companies are in talks to combine. Traders got a labor market update. U.S. applications for unemployment benefits held steady last week , though continuing claims rose to the highest level in three years, the Labor Department reported. Treasury yields turned mostly lower in the bond market. The yield on the 10-year Treasury fell to 4.57% from 4.59% late Tuesday. Major European markets were closed, as well as Hong Kong, Australia, New Zealand and Indonesia. Trading was expected to be subdued this week with a thin slate of economic data on the calendar. Still, U.S. markets have historically gotten a boost at year’s end despite lower trading volumes. The last five trading days of each year, plus the first two in the new year, have brought an average gain of 1.3% since 1950. So far this month, the U.S. stock market has lost some of its gains since President-elect Donald Trump’s win on Election Day, which raised hopes for faster economic growth and more lax regulations that would boost corporate profits. Worries have risen that Trump’s preference for tariffs and other policies could lead to higher inflation , a bigger U.S. government debt and difficulties for global trade. Even so, the U.S. market remains on pace to deliver strong returns for 2024. The benchmark S&P 500 is up roughly 26% so far this year and remains near its most recent all-time high it set earlier this month — its latest of 57 record highs this year. Wall Street has several economic reports to look forward to next week, including updates on pending home sales and home prices, a report on U.S. construction spending and snapshots of manufacturing activity. AP Business Writers Elaine Kurtenbach and Matt Ott contributed.

Bread or missiles? A critical look at defense priorities amid PH's socioeconomic and geopolitical challengesCanadian business mogul Kevin O’Leary says he wants to meet with Donald Trump at his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida, the president-elect’s so-called “ winter White House,” to discuss the idea of “an economic union” with the United States. After Trump claimed on social media that Canadians could pay 60 per cent less in taxes by joining the U.S., O’Leary told Fox Business on Thursday that he wants to pitch the U.S. president-elect on a more limited integration of the two nations. “There’s 41 million Canadians — basically the population of California, sitting on the world’s largest amounts of all resources — including the most important, energy and water. Canadians, over the holidays the last two days, have been talking about this. They want to hear more,” said the Montreal-born entrepreneur and reality television personality , who is a vocal Trump supporter. “There’s obviously a lot of issues and more details, but what this could be is the beginning of an economic union. Think about the power of combining the two economies, erasing the border between Canada and the United States and putting all that resource up to the northern borders where China and Russia are knocking on the door.” There's 41 million Canadians sitting on the world's largest amounts of all resources, including the most important, energy and water. Canadians over the holidays have been talking about this. They want to hear more. What this could be is the beginning of an economic union. Think... pic.twitter.com/yp5PuLgxZJ O’Leary already lives in the U.S. The Shark Tank investor currently resides in Florida but lived for decades in Boston, Mass. He recently said he left the state due to high taxes. The idea of deeper integration between Canada and the U.S., and sometimes Mexico, has been a source of discussion for decades, often compared to a North American equivalent to the European Union, with a shared currency and identification papers. O’Leary pitched similar ideas for an “economic union” during his Fox Business appearance. “Give a common currency, figure out taxes across the board, get everything trading both ways, create a new, almost EU-like passport. I like this idea, and at least half of Canadians are interested. The problem is the government’s collapsing in Canada right now,” O’Leary noted, referring to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s embattled government, his cabinet reshuffle and a potential federal election. “Nobody wants Trudeau to negotiate this deal — I don’t want him doing it for me — so I’m going to go to Mar-a-Lago. I’ll start the narrative. The 41 million Canadians, I think most of them would trust me on this deal.” Such negotiations have historically stalled because of the initiative’s complexity, according to a report from the nonpartisan research group the Peterson Institute for International Economics. “The sad truth of North America is that very few leaders of Canada, Mexico and the United States have ever entertained serious discussion of North American goals or plans,” the report says. “The three governments are not organized to approach North American issues, and officials in each government prefer to deal with problems by themselves or bilaterally.... An even more important reason why these ideas have not been discussed is the complex set of fears and prejudices that lurk deep in the souls of the three countries.” O’Leary’s comments come on the heels of repeated statements from Trump encouraging Canada to become “our 51st state” and belittling Trudeau as “the Governor of Canada.” He first floated the idea during a dinner at Mar-a-Lago with Trudeau and members of his cabinet. Trump has threatened to impose a 25 per cent tariff against Canada upon taking office in January and on Nov. 29, he joked to Trudeau that if Canada wants to avoid tariffs, it could always become the 51st state. Oh Canada! Donald Trump Truth Social 04:32 PM EST 12/02/24 @realDonaldTrump pic.twitter.com/XyIx7eCVmE A month later, Trump’s still repeating the same joke. Canada’s “taxes would be cut by more than 60%, their businesses would immediately double in size, and they would be militarily protected like no other Country anywhere in the World,” Trump wrote in a Christmas Day post on Truth Social, a media platform founded by the president-elect. Trudeau appeared to break his silence on Trump’s trolling for the first time on Thursday in a terse message on X. “Some information about Canada for Americans,” Trudeau wrote above a video narrated by Tom Brokaw about the broad brushstrokes of Canadian politics, landscapes and history which aired ahead of the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver. Our website is the place for the latest breaking news, exclusive scoops, longreads and provocative commentary. Please bookmark nationalpost.com and sign up for our politics newsletter, First Reading, here .PITTSBURGH — “Where is Rutger?” “Where is Rutger?” Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * PITTSBURGH — “Where is Rutger?” “Where is Rutger?” Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? PITTSBURGH — “Where is Rutger?” “Where is Rutger?” Certainly not here in Pittsburgh, where the NHL’s Penguins hosted the Winnipeg Jets — the team that drafted him 14th-overall in 2022 — on Friday night inside PPG Paints Arena. Too bad. That would have been fun. Speaking of which, 20-year-old Rutger McGroarty sure did hear those pointed chants about his whereabouts from Winnipeg fans last month at Canada Life Centre. “It was funny,” he told Chris Peters of during a recent interview. “It’s hockey. They’re a passionate fan base. It gave me a little chuckle, for sure.” McGroarty will have to wait until at least next season for the first chance to face his old squad, as he was lacing up his skates on Friday 450 km away from Pittsburgh in the city of Wilkes-Barre, preparing to play his 12th game with the American Hockey League team that, at least for now, represents his hockey home. After looking overwhelmed and overmatched in his first three big-league games to start his rookie pro season, Pittsburgh sent him to the minors for seasoning. The University of Michigan Wolverines standout hasn’t exactly torn it up across state, with three points (1G, 2A) in his first 11 games and a minus-five rating. When McGroarty made it clear he was not going to sign with the Jets — for reasons that still are murkier than the Red River — general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff swung a trade that brought 19-year-old Brayden Yager (14th-overall in 2023) to Winnipeg. Gene J. Puskar / The Associated Press files Jets prospect Brayden Yager is tearing it up with the Moose Jaw Warriors, while the player traded to acquire him, Rutger McGroarty hasn’t made much of an impact in the AHL. Yager had a great first camp with the Jets and is off to a great start in the Western Hockey League this season, with 24 points (10G, 14A) in 18 games for the Moose Jaw Warriors. He’s expected to play a big role for Team Canada’s World Juniors team next month, possibly as its captain. All of which has made McGroarty public enemy No. 1 in Winnipeg — in addition to an easy target, especially since there were rumblings part of his hestitation with Winnipeg was the idea of not immediately getting a path to full-time NHL work. Now parked in the AHL to work on his game, McGroarty told Peters that Penguins prospect Owen Pickering, who is from St. Adolphe, has been in his ear about the Winnipeg backlash. “He’s been my best friend here. He is the best guy ever. He’s kind of chirping me about it,” he said. If we know hockey players, there’s a good chance those verbal volleys are every bit as vicious as the ones Jets fans dished out. Speaking of Pickering, he was in the lineup against the Jets on Friday, having been called up from Wilkes-Barre a week ago. The 20-year-old mobile, puck-moving defenceman, who was selected 21st-overall in 2022, had an assist in his NHL debut against the San Jose Sharks last Saturday and played 17:39 against the Tampa Bay Lightning in his second game on Tuesday. This, after beginning his pro career in the AHL and scoring his first goal on Nov. 13 against Lehigh-Valley. Have yourself a month, kid. Pickering spoke following Friday’s morning skate in Pittsburgh, reflecting how he was seven years old when the Jets came back to Winnipeg in 2011. “They were just like Gods,” he said of seeing the world’s best players suddenly in his backyard. Now Pickering is rubbing shoulders and sharing ice with the likes of Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, Kris Letang and Erik Karlsson, just months after finishing up a terrific WHL career with the Swift Current Broncos. Oh, and getting to play against some of those hometown hockey idols, such as Mark Scheifele and Josh Morrissey. “It’ll be pretty cool, but I think really quickly it will just change into (another) hockey game,” said Pickering, noting the struggling Penguins have to find a way to start piling up the points. “I think it’s something I can see is pretty special, but I think it might be after the game I feel that a bit more. Right now I’m just trying to win.” Pickering has also become good friends and workout partners with Cody Glass. The 25-year-old Winnipegger, who was the first draft pick of the Vegas Golden Knights (sixth-overall in 2017), is in his first year with the Penguins and has four assists through 14 games. Glass is currently sidelined with a concussion but participated in Friday’s morning skate. On the subject of Manitoba hockey players, Friday was a memorable one for Brett Howden. The pride of Oakbank signed a five-year contract extension with the Golden Knights worth US$12.5 million, or US$2.5 million per season. Howden, selected 27th overall by the Tampa Bay Lightning in 2016, has really found his stride in Sin City and has proven to be a valuable piece of the perennial contenders’ bottom six. Now in his fourth season, the 26-year-old forward already has eight goals through 20 games. That ties his production over 72 contests last year and is just one off his career-high of nine. Howden is now up to 371 career NHL games, with 110 points (37G, 63A). Sometimes, a change of scenery is needed to spark a player. Howden would be a prime example of that. Sometimes, several changes are needed. Former Jets forward Jack Roslovic might just be Exhibit A. Now with his fourth NHL team, the Carolina Hurricanes, the 27-year-old winger is among the league’s top producers so far with 11 goals through 19 games. To put that in perspective, Roslovic has only ever exceeded 12 once in his career, potting 22 (in 81 games) for the Columbus Blue Jackets in 2021-22. Roslovic, drafted 25th-overall by the Jets in 2015, was included in the Patrik Laine for Pierre-Luc Dubois swap but never really got going with his hometown Blue Jackets, who shipped the pending unrestricted free agent to the New York Rangers at the trade deadline last year. He had eight points (3G, 5A) in 19 regular-season games with the Rangers, then another eight points (2G, 6A) in 16 playoff contests before signing a one-year deal worth US$2.8 million last July. Now, it appears, Hurricanes coach Rod Brind’Amour has unlocked the secret formula for more consistent play, something that has been a big issue in Roslovic’s career. “Obviously signing that one-year deal there was, not like a prove-me deal, but you want to hit the ground running on something like that,” said Jets forward Mason Appleton, a longtime teammate of Roslovic (and linemate with the Manitoba Moose) who was taken in the sixth round of the same draft. “I’m happy for him. He’s a very smart player, very fast, very good with his stick. I wouldn’t describe him as a goal scorer — he can score, but that’s not the best part of his game — but obviously a heck of a start for him. Whatever it is in that system that’s working great for him, hopefully he can keep that up.” mike.mcintyre@freepress.mb.ca X: @mikemcintyrewpg ken.wiebe@freepress.mb.ca X: @WiebesWorld Raised in the booming metropolis of Altona, Man., Ken Wiebe grew up wanting to play in the NHL, but after realizing his hands were more adept at typing than scoring, he shifted his attention to cover his favourite sport as a writer. Mike McIntyre grew up wanting to be a professional wrestler. But when that dream fizzled, he put all his brawn into becoming a professional writer. Our newsroom depends on a growing audience of readers to power our journalism. If you are not a paid reader, please consider . Our newsroom depends on its audience of readers to power our journalism. Thank you for your support. Raised in the booming metropolis of Altona, Man., Ken Wiebe grew up wanting to play in the NHL, but after realizing his hands were more adept at typing than scoring, he shifted his attention to cover his favourite sport as a writer. Mike McIntyre grew up wanting to be a professional wrestler. But when that dream fizzled, he put all his brawn into becoming a professional writer. Our newsroom depends on a growing audience of readers to power our journalism. If you are not a paid reader, please consider . Our newsroom depends on its audience of readers to power our journalism. Thank you for your support. Advertisement AdvertisementDALLAS — More than 60 years after President John F. Kennedy was assassinated, conspiracy theories still swirl and any new glimpse into the fateful day of Nov. 22, 1963, in Dallas continues to fascinate. President-elect Donald Trump promised during his reelection campaign that he would declassify all of the remaining government records surrounding the assassination if he returned to office. He made a similar pledge during his first term, but ultimately bended to appeals from the CIA and FBI to keep some documents withheld. At this point, only a few thousand of the millions of governmental records related to the assassination have yet to be fully released, and those who have studied the records released so far say that even if the remaining files are declassified, the public shouldn't anticipate any earth-shattering revelations. “Anybody waiting for a smoking gun that’s going to turn this case upside down will be sorely disappointed,” said Gerald Posner, author of “Case Closed,” which concludes that assassin Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone. Friday's 61st anniversary is expected to be marked with a moment of silence at 12:30 p.m. in Dealey Plaza, where Kennedy's motorcade was passing through when he was fatally shot. And throughout this week there have been events marking the anniversary. When Air Force One carrying Kennedy and first lady Jacqueline Kennedy touched down in Dallas, they were greeted by a clear sky and enthusiastic crowds. With a reelection campaign on the horizon the next year, they had gone to Texas on political fence-mending trip. But as the motorcade was finishing its parade route downtown, shots rang out from the Texas School Book Depository building. Police arrested 24-year-old Oswald and, two days later, nightclub owner Jack Ruby fatally shot Oswald during a jail transfer. A year after the assassination, the Warren Commission, which President Lyndon B. Johnson established to investigate the assassination, concluded that Oswald acted alone and there was no evidence of a conspiracy. But that hasn't quelled a web of alternative theories over the decades. In the early 1990s, the federal government mandated that all assassination-related documents be housed in a single collection in the National Archives and Records Administration. The collection of over 5 million records was required to be opened by 2017, barring any exemptions designated by the president. Trump, who took office for his first term in 2017, had boasted that he'd allow the release of all of the remaining records but ended up holding some back because of what he called the potential harm to national security. And while files have continued to be released during President Joe Biden's administration, some still remain unseen. The documents released over the last few years offer details on the way intelligence services operated at the time, and include CIA cables and memos discussing visits by Oswald to the Soviet and Cuban embassies during a trip to Mexico City just weeks before the assassination. The former Marine had previously defected to the Soviet Union before returning home to Texas. Mark S. Zaid, a national security attorney in Washington, said what's been released so far has contributed to the understanding of the time period, giving “a great picture” of what was happening during the Cold War and the activities of the CIA. Posner estimates that there are still about 3,000 to 4,000 documents in the collection that haven’t yet been fully released. Of those documents, some are still completely redacted while others just have small redactions, like someone's Social Security number. There are about 500 documents where all the information is redacted, Posner said, and those include Oswald's and Ruby’s tax returns. “If you have been following it, as I have and others have, you sort of are zeroed in on the pages you think might provide some additional information for history,” Posner said. Trump's transition team hasn’t responded to questions this week about his plans when he takes office.

A late Robert Bolick explosion powered NLEX’s 19-point comeback to frustrate San Miguel, 104-99, in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner’s Cup at the Ynares Center in Antipolo on Sunday, Dec. 8. A late Robert Bolick explosion powered NLEX’s 19-point comeback to frustrate San Miguel, 104-99, in the PBA Season 49 Commissioner’s Cup at the Ynares Center in Antipolo on Sunday, Dec. 8. The high-scoring guard fired 20 of his 32 points in the payoff period, none bigger than the booming four-pointer over the defense of Marcio Lassiter that broke a 91-all deadlock with 1.27 left and put the Road Warriors on the driver's seat for good. NLEX notched its third straight victory for a 3-1 slate while San Miguel slid to a 1-1 record. Bolick also added nine assists – including one that came from his steal from June Mar Fajardo and led to Mike Watkins dunk that put NLEX up ahead, 100-94. The Beermen refused to go down without a fight, though, cutting the lead down to three after a 7-2 spurt that was capped by a Juami Tiongson trey. but Bolick, once again, came to the rescue and formally iced the game with a pair of free throws. Watkins provided support to Bolick with 17 points and game-high 28 rebounds to go with four blocks while Xyrus Torres and Enoch Valdez had 11 and 10 respectively for NLEX which climbed out of a 46-65 hole at one point in the contest. SMB import Quincy Miller paced his team with 21 points and 11 rebounds while Fajardo finished with 20 points and 19 rebounds in a losing effort.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration has imposed sanctions on the founder of Georgia’s ruling political party, which has steered the country away from a pro-Western stance and towards Russia, U.S. officials said Friday. The State and Treasury departments said they hit Georgian Dream party founder and honorary chairman Bidzina Ivanishvili with penalties “for undermining the democratic and Euro-Atlantic future of Georgia for the benefit of the Russian Federation," according to a statement. The designation of Ivanishvili is the latest in a series of sanctions the U.S. has slapped on Georgian politicians, lawmakers and others this year. Those sanctions include freezes on assets and properties those targeted may have in U.S. jurisdictions or that might enter U.S. jurisdictions as well as travel bans on the targets and members of their families. “We strongly condemn Georgian Dream’s actions under Ivanishvili’s leadership, including its ongoing and violent repression of Georgian citizens, protestors, members of the media, human rights activists, and opposition figures,” the State Department said in a statement. “The United States is committed to promoting accountability for those undermining democracy and human rights in Georgia." Ivanishvili is a shadowy billionaire who made his fortune in Russia and served briefly as Georgia’s prime minister. In 2012, he founded Georgian Dream, Georgia’s longtime ruling party. Critics have accused Georgian Dream of becoming increasingly authoritarian and tilted toward Moscow. The party recently pushed through laws similar to those used by the Kremlin to crack down on freedom of speech and LGBTQ+ rights, prompting the European Union to suspend Georgia’s membership application process indefinitely. In October, Georgian Dream won another term in a divisive parliamentary election that has led to more mass protests. Last month, the country’s prime minister, Irakli Kobakhidze , announced a four-year suspension of talks on Georgia's bid to join the European Union, fueling further public outrage.Global High Education Software Market Size, Share and Forecast By Key Players-Oracle, SAP, Microsoft, Ellucian, Workday Student 12-26-2024 08:11 PM CET | Advertising, Media Consulting, Marketing Research Press release from: Market Research Intellect High Education Software Market USA, New Jersey- According to the Market Research Intellect, the global High Education Software market is projected to grow at a robust compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.63% from 2024 to 2031. Starting with a valuation of 5.98 Billion in 2024, the market is expected to reach approximately 15.05 Billion by 2031, driven by factors such as High Education Software and High Education Software. This significant growth underscores the expanding demand for High Education Software across various sectors. The higher education software market is experiencing rapid growth due to the increasing adoption of digital tools and technologies by educational institutions worldwide. As universities and colleges shift toward online and hybrid learning models, the demand for learning management systems (LMS), student information systems (SIS), and other software solutions is soaring. These tools help institutions streamline administrative processes, improve student engagement, and enhance educational delivery. The growing emphasis on personalized learning experiences, data-driven decision-making, and remote learning is driving the market forward. Additionally, advancements in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and cloud computing are further fueling market growth, providing institutions with more scalable and efficient solutions. As the education sector continues to embrace digital transformation, the higher education software market is set to expand significantly in the coming years. The higher education software market is shaped by several key dynamics, including the increasing demand for remote learning solutions and the growing need for streamlined administrative processes. Institutions are adopting cloud-based software to improve accessibility, enhance collaboration, and reduce costs. The integration of AI and analytics is driving the development of intelligent platforms that can deliver personalized learning experiences and automate routine tasks. Additionally, the rise of data security concerns and regulatory requirements is pushing schools to adopt more secure and compliant software solutions. As competition increases among educational institutions, the demand for innovative and efficient software solutions to manage students, faculty, and resources continues to rise. These dynamics are creating a rapidly evolving market where institutions seek to stay ahead by embracing the latest technological advancements Request PDF Sample Copy of Report: (Including Full TOC, List of Tables & Figures, Chart) @ https://www.marketresearchintellect.com/download-sample/?rid=1924570&utm_source=OpenPr&utm_medium=049 Key Drivers: The growth of the High Education Software market is driven by several key factors. Technological advancements in High Education Software have enabled greater efficiency and enhanced capabilities, spurring adoption across industries. Additionally, the rising demand for sustainable and eco-friendly solutions is pushing companies to innovate and adopt greener practices. Expanding applications in sectors like High Education Software and High Education Software are further contributing to market demand, as these industries seek advanced solutions to streamline operations and enhance product quality. Favorable government policies and incentives in regions such as North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific support investment and growth. Moreover, an increasing focus on High Education Software for improving operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness is encouraging businesses to embrace new technologies, fostering sustained market expansion. Mergers and Acquisitions Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) play a pivotal role in the High Education Software market, as companies look to expand their capabilities, access new technologies, and strengthen market presence. Leading players engage in strategic acquisitions to consolidate their position and gain a competitive edge. These transactions often facilitate the integration of advanced High Education Software solutions, helping firms broaden their product portfolios and meet growing customer demands. Additionally, M&A activities support companies in achieving economies of scale and penetrating new regional markets, particularly in high-growth areas like Asia-Pacific. Through such strategic alliances, businesses aim to accelerate innovation, enhance operational efficiency, and address evolving market challenges, ultimately driving the overall growth of the High Education Software market. Get a Discount On The Purchase Of This Report @ https://www.marketresearchintellect.com/ask-for-discount/?rid=1924570&utm_source=OpenPr&utm_medium=049 The following Key Segments Are Covered in Our Report By Type Cloud-based On-Premise Mobile Solutions By Application Learning Management System Student Information Systems (SIS) Classroom Management Software Assessment Software Others Major companies in High Education Software Market are: Oracle, SAP, Microsoft, Ellucian, Workday Student, Blackboard, Rosetta Stone, Blackbaud (AcademicWorks), Salesforce for Higher Ed, 2U, Follett School Solutions, Desire2learn Brightspace, Anthology (Campus Management), Sum Total Systems, LLC, Destiny Solutions, TrueDialog, Admit, Education Management Solutions, Turning Technologies, Populi, Passageways, ConexEd, Hyland, Unit4, Quest Software, Jenzabar, MasterSoft Global High Education Software Market -Regional Analysis North America: North America is expected to hold a significant share of the High Education Software market due to advanced technological infrastructure and the presence of major market players. High demand across sectors like High Education Software and High Education Software is driving growth, with the U.S. being a key contributor. Additionally, ongoing investments in R&D and innovation reinforce the region's strong market position. Europe: Europe is projected to experience steady growth, driven by stringent regulatory standards and a rising focus on sustainability in High Education Software practices. Countries like Germany, France, and the UK are leading due to their advanced industrial base and supportive government policies. The demand for eco-friendly and efficient High Education Software solutions is expected to continue fostering market expansion. Asia-Pacific: Asia-Pacific is anticipated to be the fastest-growing region, fueled by rapid industrialization and urbanization. Countries such as China, India, and Japan are driving demand due to expanding consumer bases and increasing investments in infrastructure. The region's robust manufacturing sector and favorable economic policies further enhance growth opportunities in the High Education Software market. Latin America: Latin America and the Middle East & Africa are expected to show moderate growth in the High Education Software market. In Latin America, growth is supported by rising industrial activities in countries like Brazil and Mexico. Meanwhile, in the Middle East & Africa, infrastructure development and an increasing focus on innovation in sectors like High Education Software are key drivers of market expansion. Middle East and Africa: The Middle East and Africa represent emerging markets in the global High Education Software market, with countries like UAE, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, and Nigeria showing promising growth potential. Economic diversification efforts, urbanization, and a young population are driving demand for High Education Software products and services in the region. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) 1. What is the current size of the High Education Software market? Answer: The High Education Software market was valued at approximately 5.98 Billion in 2024, with projections suggesting it will reach 15.05 Billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 16.63%. 2. What factors are driving the growth of the High Education Software market? Answer: The market's expansion is attributed to several factors, including increased demand for High Education Software, advancements in High Education Software technology, and the adoption of High Education Software across various sectors. 3. Which regions are expected to dominate the High Education Software market? Answer: Regions such as North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific are anticipated to lead due to the presence of major industry players and growing investments in High Education Software. 4. Who are the key players in the High Education Software market? Answer: Prominent companies in the High Education Software market include High Education Software, High Education Software, and High Education Software, each contributing to market growth through innovations and strategic partnerships. 5. What challenges does the High Education Software market face? Answer: The market faces challenges such as High Education Software, regulatory compliance, and competition from alternative solutions. However, ongoing advancements aim to address these issues. 6. What are the future trends in the High Education Software market? Emerging trends include the integration of High Education Software technology, sustainability practices, and digital transformation in processes, all expected to shape the market's future. 7. How can businesses benefit from the High Education Software market? 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