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Religion could be the next sector impacted by the rise of artificial intelligence. What Happened: When it comes to the good and bad for artificial intelligence, one of the common fears is that AI will take people's jobs. While the job of a priest or religious figure might seem safe in the world of technology, a church in Switzerland could have other ideas. Peter's Chapel in Lucerne, Switzerland, unveiled an "experimental art installation" that features a version of Jesus that uses artificial intelligence, as reported by Vice. "Visitors share their thoughts and questions in a confessional with a heavenly hologram, where words are only meant for four ears — but without confession. An artificial intelligence that responds aesthetically as Jesus may create a sacred moment," the church's website says. Peter's Chapel theologian Marco Scmid said AI Jesus is an experiment that could help people have a new experience with AI. Schmid said AI Jesus can help people launch forward conversations and could have an advantage to a pastor Schmid said AI Jesus is accessible "24 hours a day, so he has abilities that pastors don't." Read Also: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Calls AI A ‘Miracle,’ Say It ‘Can’t Do 100% Of Our Jobs’ Why It's Important: The church encourages visitors to "share their thoughts and questions" with their version of AI Jesus, but the process shouldn't be construed as official confession. "Deus in machina encourages us to think critically about the limits of technology in the context of religion," the church said. German media outlet Deutsche Well said two-thirds of participants they interviewed were impressed with the results of AI Jesus. While AI Jesus is only a test it comes as artificial intelligence use cases continue to advance and could disrupt multiple sectors globally. Read Next: Gary Vee Warns AI And ChatGPT Could Take Jobs, Why He Thinks That’s Okay And How It’s Similar To Tractors Courtesy: Shutterstock AI Generator © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.
Sonar images allegedly showing the underwater remains of Amelia Earhart's missing plane actually feature something far more banal: a clump of rocks, the exploration group that took the photo has confirmed. The underwater sonar images were first revealed in January 2024 by Deep Sea Vision, a South Carolina-based deep-water-exploration company, outlining what appeared to be a sunken plane hidden 16,000 feet (4,900 meters) beneath the Pacific Ocean's surface. However, after an 11-month investigation, the company has announced that the structure is not Earhart's missing plane after all. The statement was made in a Nov. 6 Instagram post . Earhart's last journey Amelia Earhart is one of the world's most celebrated aviators and was the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. However, on July 2, 1937, during an attempt to become the first female pilot to fly around the world, Earhart and her navigator, Fred Noonan, went missing. The duo was last heard from while flying between Lae, Papua New Guinea, and Howland Island, a small coral atoll located just north of the equator in the central Pacific Ocean. Earhart flew a Lockheed Electra 10E, a twin-engined plane roughly the size of a bus, on this expedition. The remains of the aviators and their plane have never been found. Related: 'It is a treasure': Wreck off Kenyan coast may be from Vasco da Gama's final voyage Between September and December 2023, a 16-member crew led by Deep Sea Vision scoured around 5,300 square miles (13,700 square kilometers) of the Pacific Ocean floor using state-of-the-art sonar and laser imaging technology to search for the aircraft. Sign up for the Live Science daily newsletter now Get the world’s most fascinating discoveries delivered straight to your inbox. On Jan. 27, the team revealed what appeared to be sonar images of a structure that looked like the missing plane, taken around 100 miles (160 kilometers) off Howard Island. "One of the most unique key characteristic[s] of [Amelia Earhart's] aircraft were the distinctive twin vertical stabilizers on the tail," Tony Romeo , a former pilot and current CEO of Deep Sea Vision, previously told Live Science. "The sonar image shows what appears [to be] two strong echoes from where these two vertical stabilizers would be positioned." While some experts believed the images were credible representations of Earhart's aircraft, others, including The International Group for Historic Aircraft Recovery (TIGHAR), were not convinced. — Ming dynasty shipwrecks hide a treasure trove of artifacts in the South China Sea, excavation reveals — Cave of Swimmers: 9,000-year-old rock art of people swimming in what's now the arid Sahara — Scientists glean new details of mysterious, centuries-old shipwreck submerged in Norway's largest lake "The Lockheed Model 10 was built around an immensely strong center section that featured a massive 'main beam' that ran through the cabin and all the way from engine to engine," TIGHAR representatives wrote in an email newsletter in January 2024. "For the wings of an Electra to fold rearward as shown in the sonar image, the entire center section would have to fail at the wing/fuselage junctions — and that's just not possible." Upon returning to the site where the image was taken, the Deep Sea Vision team learned that the target was in fact a natural rock formation. However, they added that the team is continuing the search for the famous wreckage. "The plot thickens with still no evidence of her disappearance ever found," the company said in the Instagram post.El Salvador's president is triumphant after his bet on bitcoin comes trueSeattle (7-5) at Arizona (6-6) Sunday, 4:05 p.m. EST, CBS BetMGM NFL Odds: Cardinals by 2 1/2. Series record: Seahawks lead 28-22-1. Against the spread: Seahawks 5-6-1, Cardinals 8-4. Last meeting: Seahawks beat Cardinals 16-6 on Nov. 24, 2024, in Seattle. Last week: Seahawks beat Chargers, 26-21; Cardinals lost to Vikings, 23-22. Seahawks offense: overall (16), rush (28), pass (2), scoring (15). Seahawks defense: overall (18), rush (21), pass (12), scoring (12). Cardinals offense: overall (11), rush (6), pass (22), scoring (17). Cardinals defense: overall (17), rush (13), pass (18), scoring (11). Turnover differential: Seahawks minus-6, Cardinals minus-1. DT Leonard Williams has been one of the most dominant players in the league over the past two weeks. Williams had 2 1/2 sacks, four tackles for loss and three quarterback hits two weeks ago against the Cardinals. Williams sacked Aaron Rodgers twice and scored his first career touchdown on a 92-yard pick-6. QB Kyler Murray has had some good moments over the past two games and completed 31 of 45 passes for 260 yards and a touchdown against the Vikings. But he also threw two interceptions in the fourth quarter which proved costly. QB Geno Smith vs. Arizona's defense. Smith has had another solid season and now he'll face an Arizona defense that's been vastly improved over the past 1 1/2 months. The Cardinals have been much more productive in the pass rush with 23 sacks over the past six games. That ranks third in the NFL over that span. Coach Mike Macdonald said he is optimistic that P Michael Dickson (back spasms) will be able to play this weekend, but bringing in another punter this week is “on the table.”.. LB Uchenna Nwosu has a chance to play this week. Nwosu missed the first four games of the season with a knee injury, then injured his thigh in his first game back in Week 5, and has been on injured reserve since. ... The Cardinals are relatively healthy. DLs Darius Robinson (calf) and Dante Stills (back) have been limited in practice this week. The Seahawks have won six straight games in the series going back to 2022. The Cardinals last won 23-13 on Nov. 21, 2021. The Cardinals haven't won at home against the Seahawks since 2020. The Seahawks' next win will be the 400th in franchise history. ... Since Week 9, Seattle’s defense ranks fifth in the NFL with 17.5 points allowed per game, 299 yards allowed per game, and 84.3 rushing yards allowed per game, while ranking sixth in the league with 18.8 first downs allowed. ... The Seahawks have two pick-6s in the past two games, the first time the team has done so since 2012. ... The Seahawks have held three straight opponents to under 300 yards, and fewer than 100 rushing yards. ... Seattle has outscored its opponents by 37 points in the final two minutes of halves this season, the best in the NFL. .. WR DK Metcalf needs one receiving TD to pass Steve Largent for the most in a player’s first six seasons in franchise history with 47. ... Smith needs one 300-yard game to tie Russell Wilson for the most 300-yard games in a single season in franchise history with five. ... WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba Needs 171 yards for his first 1,000-yard season, and to become the 10th player in franchise history to reach that mark. ... Arizona has won three straight games at home. The Cardinals outscored those opponents 77-30 while scoring nine touchdowns and allowing none. ... TE Trey McBride has caught 12 passes in two straight games, which is the first time a tight end has had at least 12 receptions in two straight games in NFL history. ... Arizona's six losses have come to teams with a combined 55-18 record this season entering Week 14. ... S Budda Baker has 114 tackles this season, which ranks sixth in the league. ... McBride's caught 73 passes this season. He needs just nine more catches over the next five games to break his franchise record for a tight end. ... WR Marvin Harrison Jr. has caught seven TD passes this season, which leads all NFL rookies. ... The Cardinals have been flagged for 61 penalties this season, which is the fewest in the NFL. But the team was flagged 10 times in last week's loss to the Vikings. Arizona's defense is a strong play at home. The Cardinals are giving up just 17 points per game at State Farm Stadium, which is second in the league behind Pittsburgh. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl
AWS Rolls Out Updates to Amazon CognitoNEW YORK (AP) — Sean “Diddy” Combs ' lawyers tried for a third time Friday to persuade a judge to let the hip-hop mogul out of jail while he awaits his sex trafficking trial, but a decision won’t come until next week as prosecutors warned of his “concerted effort” from behind bars to disrupt the case. U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian said he’ll rule promptly on Combs’ bail request after the defense and prosecution file letters by noon Monday fleshing out some of the arguments they made during at a two-hour hearing in Manhattan federal court. Combs’ lawyers pitched having him await trial under around-the-clock surveillance either at his mansion on an island near Miami Beach or — after the judge scoffed at that location — at an apartment on Manhattan’s Upper East Side. Their $50 million bail proposal, secured by his Florida home, essentially amounts to keeping Combs on house arrest instead of in custody at the troubled Brooklyn federal jail where he’s been held for 67 days since his September arrest. Under their plan, Combs’ lawyers said he’ll be under near-total restrictions on his ability to see or contact anyone but them. But prosecutors argued that no bail conditions can mitigate Combs’ “risk of obstruction and dangerousness to others.” RELATED COVERAGE Prosecutors ordered not to use papers taken from Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ jail cell for now Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs lawyers claim seizure of writings from cell is ‘outrageous government conduct’ Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is trying to obstruct justice from jail, prosecutors say Combs has routinely flouted jail rules while locked up at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, prosecutors said, accusing him of attempting to interfere with witnesses and taint the jury pool. “Really, this amounts to the defendant paying his way out of custody,” Assistant U.S. Attorney Christy Slavik told Subramanian. Defense lawyer Anthony Ricco countered that the prosecution’s portrayal of Combs as “a lawless person who doesn’t follow instructions” or “an out-of-control individual who has to be detained” is inaccurate. Another Combs lawyer, Teny Geragos, added that given the strict release conditions they’ve proposed, “it would be impossible for him not to follow rules.” Combs, 55, has pleaded not guilty to charges that he coerced and abused women for years with help from a network of associates and employees while silencing victims through blackmail and violence, including kidnapping, arson and physical beatings. His trial is slated to begin May 5. Two other judges previously concluded that the Bad Boy Records founder would be a danger to the community if he is freed, and an appeals court judge last month denied Combs’ immediate release while a three-judge panel of the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals weighs his bail request. Friday’s hearing was the second time Combs was in court this week. On Tuesday, a judge blocked prosecutors from using as evidence papers that were seized from his cell during a jail-wide sweep for contraband and weapons. As he entered through a side door, Combs waved to relatives including his mother and several of his children in the courtroom gallery, tapping his hand to his heart and blowing kisses at them. He then hugged his lead attorney, Marc Agnifilo, before sitting at the defense table. Combs was not handcuffed or shackled and wore a beige jail uniform, occasionally pulling a pair of reading glasses from his pocket as he peered at papers in front of him. Prosecutors contend that while incarcerated the “I’ll Be Missing You” singer has orchestrated social media campaigns aimed at influencing potential jurors. They allege that he has also attempted to leak materials he believes would help his case and is contacting potential witnesses via third parties. “Simply put, the defendant cannot be trusted,” Slavik argued. In renewing their push for Combs’ release, his lawyers sought to undercut the strength of a potential key piece of evidence: a March 2016 video showing him hitting and kicking his then-girlfriend, R&B singer Cassie , in a Los Angeles hotel hallway. Prosecutors contend the assault happened during a “Freak Off,” an event in which they allege Combs used his “power and prestige” to induce female victims into drugged-up, elaborately produced sexual performances with male sex workers. Combs’ lawyers said in court papers that newly unearthed evidence refutes that, and that the video, which first aired on CNN in May, was “a minutes-long glimpse into a complex but decade-long consensual relationship” between Combs and Cassie. Slavik, responding to defense claims that the recording was manipulated or taken out of context, said prosecutors don’t have the full version because Combs paid hotel staff $100,000 “to make the original video go away.” “This is a case about violence,” Slavik told Subramanian in a final plea to keep Combs locked up. “The defendant has engaged in physical, sexual and emotional abuse of his romantic partners for years. ... He’s hit. He’s kicked. He’s dragged.”Sean Gentile Launches "Parent of the Year" Contest to Celebrate Exceptional Parenting 12-05-2024 10:28 PM CET | Politics, Law & Society Press release from: Getnews / PR Agency: Erase Technologies, LLC Image: https://www.getnews.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/1733424186.jpeg Sean Gentile, Parent of the Year Content, Oakland Park, FL, USA Sean Gentile, MBA, launches the "Parent of the Year" contest to celebrate exceptional South Florida parents, inviting them to share their unique parenting strategies and stories, with details available starting January 1, 2025, at www.nonattorneydivorce.com Oakland Park, FL - Sean Gentile, MBA, a Certified Florida Supreme Court Family Mediator and parenting advocate, is proud to announce the launch of the highly anticipated "Parent of the Year" contest. This exciting initiative is designed to honor South Florida parents who demonstrate unwavering dedication, creativity, and love in raising their children. Launching on January 1, 2025, the contest details and entry requirements will be available on www.nonattorneydivorce.com [ http://www.nonattorneydivorce.com ]. The "Parent of the Year" contest is a unique opportunity for parents to showcase their strategies, share their struggles, and celebrate the triumphs of raising children in today's fast-paced world. Participants will complete a questionnaire addressing key aspects of parenting, including safety education, conflict resolution, academic support, and teaching financial literacy. Entrants will also share their personal stories, including the challenges they have overcome and the creative ways they nurture their children's hobbies and talents. "Parenting is one of the most impactful yet undervalued roles in our society," said Sean Gentile. "This contest is my way of recognizing the incredible work parents do every day and providing a platform for them to inspire others. Each parenting journey is unique, and we want to honor those who go above and beyond for their children." The contest includes questions that explore critical parenting topics, such as: * Teaching Safety: How do parents create a safe environment for their children, both at home and in public? From locked doors to body safety discussions, safety is a foundational element of parenting. * Effective Communication: How do parents teach their children to express themselves thoughtfully while managing their emotions constructively? * Conflict Resolution: Parents are asked to share how they teach kindness and thoughtfulness, fostering an approach to life that minimizes conflict. * Educational Support: How do parents ensure their children are meeting academic goals, such as daily reading and consistent engagement with teachers? * Financial Literacy: What strategies do parents use to teach the value of saving, budgeting, and financial goal-setting? * Hobbies and Talents: How do parents encourage their children to explore and develop their interests, whether in sports, music, or the arts? Prizes and More The contest will feature multiple winners to reflect the diverse and extraordinary approaches to parenting. Winners will be recognized on the website and celebrated for their dedication, resilience, and creativity in raising their children. About the Parent of the Year Contest The Parent of the Year contest is a South Florida-based initiative launched by Sean Gentile, MBA, to honor and inspire parents in the community. Contest details, prizes, and deadlines will be announced on January 1, 2025, at www.nonattorneydivorce.com [ http://www.nonattorneydivorce.com ]. To read more about the Parent of the Year contest, please click here [ http://www.nonattorneydivorce.com ]. Contact: seangentile009@yahoo.com Media Contact Contact Person: Sean Gentile Email: Send Email [ http://www.universalpressrelease.com/?pr=sean-gentile-launches-parent-of-the-year-contest-to-celebrate-exceptional-parenting ] City: Oakland Park State: Florida Country: United States Website: https://www.nonattorneydivorce.com/ This release was published on openPR.
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MIAMI — Damian Lillard scored 37 points and handed out 12 assists, and the Milwaukee Bucks wasted a 22-point second-half lead before beating the Miami Heat 106-103 in an NBA Cup game on Tuesday night. Brook Lopez scored 13 points and Bobby Portis had 11 for the Bucks, who have won five in a row and moved back to the .500 mark — 9-9 — for the first time since they were 1-1. The Bucks (3-0 in Cup play) also moved a half-game ahead of Detroit (2-0) in the East Group B standings. Jimmy Butler scored 23 points for Miami, which got 18 from Tyler Herro, 17 from Terry Rozier and 16 from Bam Adebayo. The Heat tied the game at 96-96 on a layup by Butler and got within one point on three later occasions, but never led. The Heat — who were outscored 60-30 from 3-point range — fell to 1-2 in Cup play. The Bucks played without Giannis Antetokounmpo, a late pregame scratch because of swelling in his left knee. Takeaways Bucks: Lillard finished with at least 35 points and 10 assists for the 30th time, pulling into a tie with Allen Iverson for ninth-most in NBA regular season history. Oscar Robertson has the record with 121. Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (14) loses control of the ball as Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard, behind, defends during the first half of an Emirates NBA Cup basketball game, Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024, in Miami. Credit: AP/Lynne Sladky Heat: Miami has faced deficits of 22 points or more in two of seven home games this season. It happened six times in 41 home games last season. Key moment AJ Green made back-to-back 3-pointers for Milwaukee in the final minutes, both of them coming immediately after Miami scored to get within one. His late 3s gave Milwaukee leads of 101-97 and 104-100. Key stat Lillard's 37 points were the second most by a Bucks player against Miami in regular-season play. Mo Williams scored 38 on Feb. 3, 2007. Up next Bucks: Host Washington on Saturday. Milwaukee Bucks forward Taurean Prince (12) drives to the basket during the first half of an Emirates NBA Cup basketball game against the Miami Heat, Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024, in Miami. Credit: AP/Lynne Sladky Heat: Visit Charlotte on Wednesday.NHRC issues notice to Kerala government over ‘rise’ in suicide cases among tribals
Q3 Sales and operating results better than guidance Q3 Sales increase of 7% represents sequential improvement for the fifth consecutive quarter Raises full year 2024 outlook and provides fourth quarter guidance REYNOLDSBURG, Ohio, Dec. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Victoria's Secret & Co. ("Victoria's Secret” or the "Company”) (NYSE: VSCO) today reported financial results for the third quarter ended November 2, 2024. Chief Executive Officer Hillary Super commented, "I am very encouraged by the strength of our third quarter business and the positive, early customer response to our holiday merchandise assortments. Sales increased 7% for the quarter, with mid-single digit growth in North America and 20+% growth from our International business. Our sales performance was well ahead of our expectations, and our best quarterly sales growth since 2021. Our strength for the quarter was broad based across all regions, all channels, all major merchandise categories and importantly all brands - Victoria's Secret, PINK and Adore Me - were up to last year. We won the major moments during the quarter, starting with PINK back to campus in August, followed by our VSX sport launch in September and finishing the quarter with the return of the VS Fashion Show in October. I am particularly optimistic because these results were powered by emotional products she loves and clear, elevated brand marketing and storytelling. Our strength in sales and disciplined inventory management translated to strong margins which were up to last year, and our teams continue to be relentless on controlling costs in our business. I want to thank our VS&Co team whose passion for our brands and commitment to our customers and our transformation fueled these results. It was a great quarter for me to have joined the company and a great quarter to be on the VS&Co team.” Hillary continued, "We are excited to see our momentum from the third quarter continue through Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Our merchandise offering and giftable product assortments are resonating with the customer and driving traffic both in stores and online. The strong product acceptance supported by our best-in-mall store experience and dozens of digital enhancements are driving solid conversion and basket size. As I travel with the teams, I have observed that our stores are often the busiest in the mall and am particularly impressed with how we continue to serve and engage our customers.” Third Quarter 2024 Results The Company reported net sales of $1.347 billion for the third quarter of 2024, an increase of 7% compared to net sales of $1.265 billion for the third quarter of 2023 and above our previously communicated guidance range of a net sales increase of low-single digits. Total comparable sales for the third quarter of 2024 increased 3%. The Company reported a net loss of $56 million, or $0.71 per share for the third quarter of 2024. This result compares to a net loss of $71 million, or $0.92 per share for the third quarter of 2023. Third quarter 2024 operating loss was $47 million compared to $67 million in the third quarter of 2023. Excluding the impact of the items described at the conclusion of this press release, third quarter 2024 adjusted net loss was $39 million, or $0.50 per diluted share, which was better than our previously communicated range of an adjusted net loss of $0.60 to $0.80 per share and better than last year's third quarter adjusted net loss of $66 million, or $0.86 per share. Third quarter 2024 adjusted operating loss of $28 million was favorable to our previously communicated guidance of an adjusted operating loss in the range of $40 to $60 million, and last year's third quarter adjusted operating loss of $60 million. Full Year and Fourth Quarter 2024 Outlook The Company is raising its full year outlook and is now forecasting net sales for the 52-week fiscal year 2024 to be up approximately 1% to 2%, compared to prior guidance of down approximately 1%, to a comparative 52-weeks from fiscal year 2023. The Company estimated the extra week in the fourth quarter of 2023 represented approximately $80 million in net sales. At this forecasted level of sales, adjusted operating income for fiscal year 2024 is now expected to be in the range of $315 million to $345 million, or favorable to prior guidance of $275 million to $300 million. The Company is forecasting net sales for the 13-week fourth quarter 2024 to increase approximately 2% to 4% to a comparative 13-weeks from the fourth quarter of 2023. At this forecasted level of sales, adjusted operating income for the fourth quarter of 2024 is expected to be in the range of $240 million to $270 million. Adjusted net income per diluted share for the fourth quarter of 2024 is estimated to be in the range of $2.00 to $2.30. Forecasted adjusted operating income and adjusted net income per diluted share for the fourth quarter and full year 2024 exclude the financial impact of purchase accounting items related to the Adore Me acquisition, including expense (income) related to changes in the estimated fair value of contingent consideration and performance-based payments, as well as the amortization of intangible assets. The Company is not able to provide a reconciliation of forward-looking adjusted operating income or adjusted net income per diluted share to the most directly comparable forward-looking GAAP financial measures because the Company is unable to provide a meaningful or accurate reconciliation or estimation of certain reconciling items without unreasonable effort, due to the inherent difficulty in forecasting the timing of, and quantifying, the various purchase accounting items that are necessary for such reconciliation. Quarterly Earnings Conference Call Victoria's Secret & Co. will conduct its third quarter earnings call at 8:00 a.m. Eastern on Friday, December 6, 2024. To listen, call 1-800-619-9066 (international dial-in number: 1-212-519-0836); conference ID 5358727. For an audio replay, call 1-800-839-1334 (international replay number: 1-203-369-3831); conference ID 2485654 or log onto www.victoriassecretandco.com . The materials accompanying the earnings call have been posted on the Investors section of the Company's website. The audio replay will be available approximately two hours after the conclusion of the call. About Victoria's Secret & Co. Victoria's Secret & Co. (NYSE: VSCO) is a specialty retailer of modern, fashion-inspired collections including signature bras, panties, lingerie, casual sleepwear, athleisure and swim, as well as award-winning prestige fragrances and body care. VS&Co is comprised of market leading brands, Victoria's Secret and PINK, that share a common purpose of supporting women in all they do, and Adore Me, a technology-led, digital first innovative intimates brand serving women of all sizes and budgets at all phases of life. We are committed to empowering our more than 30,000 associates across a global footprint of 1,380 retail stores in nearly 70 countries. We strive to provide the best products to help women express their confidence, sexiness and power and use our platform to celebrate the extraordinary diversity of women's experiences. Safe Harbor Statement Under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 We caution that any forward-looking statements (as such term is defined in the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995) contained in this press release or made by us, our management, or our spokespeople involve risks and uncertainties and are subject to change based on various factors, many of which are beyond our control. Accordingly, our future performance and financial results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in any such forward-looking statements, and any future performance or financial results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance. Forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements regarding our future operating results, the implementation and impact of our strategic plans, and our ability to meet environmental, social, and governance goals. Words such as "estimate,” "commit,” "will,” "target,” "goal,” "project,” "plan,” "believe,” "seek,” "strive,” "expect,” "anticipate,” "intend,” "continue,” "potential” and any similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Risks associated with the following factors, among others, could affect our results of operations and financial performance and cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in any forward-looking statements: Total Net Sales (Millions): Quarter 2024 Quarter 2023 Inc/ (Dec) Date 2024 Date 2023 Inc/ (Dec) Comparable Sales Increase (Decrease): Quarter 2024 Quarter 2023 Date 2024 Date 2023 1 - Results include company-operated stores in the U.S. and Canada, consolidated joint venture stores in China and direct sales. 2 - Results include company-operated stores in the U.S. and Canada and consolidated joint venture stores in China. Total Stores: 2/3/24 Opened Closed 11/2/24First trans US congresswoman already in Republican crosshairsThe City Council voted 31-20 to pass a set of sweeping housing reforms intended to create some 80,000 homes over 15 years — clearing the final major hurdle Thursday. The plan, spearheaded by Mayor Adams and the Department of City Planning, is intended to spur the creation of “a little bit more housing” in every corner of the city and has been touted as a solution to the city’s dire housing crisis . City of Yes for Housing Opportunity , known as “Zoning for Housing Opportunity,” was unveiled by Adams last September and described as a much-needed overhaul of antiquated zoning rules worsening the ongoing housing situation. Rent prices have skyrocketed and the city’s vacancy rate is at a historical low. The plan will update decades-old zoning rules that dictate what can be built where, allowing for some 80,000 units to be developed over the next 15 years. That will also come with $5 billion in infrastructure and affordable housing funding secured last month by Speaker Adrienne Adams during prolonged City Council negotiations . “This represents a major step forward for the city to confront our housing crisis,” Speaker Adams said at a press conference shortly before the vote. Thursday’s vote came after months of contentious review by community boards and others during the city’s land use process . The plan eked by a subcommittee and committee vote late month after down-to-the-wire talks that resulted in a modified version of the original plan that relaxed some of the original requirements. “City of Yes” has faced fierce resistance since its introduction last year from more suburban, development-averse outer borough pockets — areas where support for Mayor Adams is otherwise usually strong. A main concern — and a major sticking point for council members from car-reliant areas — was a measure that would have lifted minimum parking requirements citywide without actually doing away with parking. The latest version includes a three-tiered model where parking mandates will either remain unchanged, be reduced or be lifted altogether. Another component allowing for accessory dwelling units such as converted garages and attics was also tweaked to include carve-outs for those in flood-prone areas and others. The Council also secured $5 billion in funding commitments from the city to boost affordable housing and infrastructure in tandem with the expected development influx, something Speaker Adams had been calling for. Mayor Adams said Tuesday the concessions made to push the plan over the line didn’t dampen the success of the plan: “There’s so much you can hit me on. Give me my wins.” The housing plan was the final component of the three-pronged City of Yes plan. The other two parts were aimed at curbing carbon emissions , passed last December , and the second, focused on business development , was passed in June — both with significantly less fanfare.
MEXICO CITY − Guatemala is open to receiving citizens of other Central American nations who are deported from the U.S., three sources familiar with the matter said, as the country looks to build a positive relationship with the incoming Trump administration . "There has to be a regional response," a Guatemalan official who requested anonymity told Reuters. "And we want to be part of the solution." The U.S. has struggled to deport nationals from places such as Nicaragua, Venezuela and Haiti due to strained relations. That could prove a challenge for President-elect Donald Trump , who has vowed to deport record numbers of immigrants living in the United States illegally. His team has already reached out to the governments of several countries to test their willingness to take deportees from third countries. More: Tom Homan vs Stephen Miller: Who will decide Trump’s mass deportation agenda? Many U.S. neighbors, including Mexico and the Bahamas , have said they do not want to receive deportees from third countries. In 2022, more than 40% of immigrants living in the U.S. illegally came from Mexico, amounting to 4.8 million of 11 million overall, according to a U.S. Department of Homeland Security report. That was followed by Guatemala, El Salvador and Honduras, which together accounted for over one-fifth of the total. More: As Trump plans mass deportation, Mexican views of migration harden Guatemala has been particularly proactive in preparing for a second Trump term relative to neighbors El Salvador and Honduras, meeting with Trump transition team members, Sen. Marco Rubio before he was tapped for secretary of state and the conservative Heritage Foundation think tank, about migration and mass deportations, border security, drug trafficking and China. All three countries, along with a Nicaraguan government that has the most openly hostile relationship with the U.S., face a moment of reckoning, both in handling Trump's demand they accept deportees and in a potential curtailing of remittances from immigrants in the U.S., which are a major contributor to their economies. The Trump transition team did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Seeking a smooth start with Trump The Guatemala-U.S. meetings signal the center-left government of President Bernard Arevalo , a Biden administration ally, wants to start on smooth terms with the Trump administration, despite ties between Guatemala's conservative opposition and many in the president-elect's orbit. Trump's inauguration will happen on Jan. 20. El Salvador, whose populist President Nayib Bukele already has cozy ties with the Trump camp, has taken a less proactive approach. But a source close to discussions between Salvadoran officials and the transition team said the Trump administration foresees smooth cooperation with El Salvador on immigration. The Guatemalan official noted the country already receives 14 deportation flights per week under President Joe Biden and is preparing for an increase. Honduras' Deputy Foreign Minister Antonio Garcia told Reuters the country receives 10 deportation flights a week. Reuters was not able to confirm the number of deportation flights to other Central American countries. Departation increase Guatemala expects a significant increase in deportations in the fall, based on the rationale that it will take time to ramp them up. "We aren't ready for it, but we know it's coming," a second Guatemalan government official said. Guatemala would prioritize Guatemalans for re-integration, the second official said, adding every country should take responsibility for its citizens, but also highlighting a regional pact among Honduras, Guatemala, Nicaragua and El Salvador that allows free movement. Guatemala's vision for deportees is to put their skills developed in the United States to work in the private sector, the person said. "These are people who have worked in construction, in the service industry, in various sectors, and many speak English. We want to harness that." In late November, Guatemala's security minister and migration director travelled to Washington, according to the three sources close to the matter, and met with Rubio and other key Republicans, where discussions covered drug trafficking, migration and deportations. They also met with the Heritage Foundation , whose employees staffed much of the first Trump administration. While they discussed immigration and deportations, the foundation mainly emphasized it wanted Guatemala to maintain its allegiance to U.S. ally Taiwan over China, the sources said. More: Trump vows to declare national emergency, use military for mass deportations Officials know more deportations could strain Guatemala's economy if remittances drop and the cost of re-integrating deportees rises. Around 20% of Guatemala's GDP comes from remittances – money sent home by the diaspora in the United States. In 2023, remittances accounted for 24% of El Salvador's gross domestic product and nearly 30% of Honduras' GDP. Guatemalan officials said they are not worried about the immediate economic effects of a drop in remittances, but expressed concern about reduced remittances paired with Trump's proposed increased tariffs or taxed remittances. More: Republican Sen. Rand Paul opposes Donald Trump talk of using military in deportations "We don't have a financial plan yet, there are just too many unknowns," said the second official. Guatemalan officials are analyzing surveys by the U.N.'s International Organization for Migration showing from which parts of Guatemala the most migrants departed, hoping to prepare those communities for their possible return, two officials said. The Salvadoran government said it would announce plans once the Trump administration takes action. "We work in facts and it's still all speculation," Vice President Felix Ulloa told Reuters. Bukele, like Trump, casts himself as a political disrupter, and has ties to many people close to Trump. Honduras' Deputy Foreign Minister Garcia said the country's ambassador to the United States had met informally with Trump's transition team and with Guatemala to coordinate a response. Garcia emphasized the country had always received deportees but noted at least 40% of migrants try to migrate to the United States again. He added it was important the two countries work to improve living conditions causing migration, such as gang violence, unemployment and poverty. "Honduras is already experiencing the phenomenon of mass deportations and perhaps the difference will be from 10 flights to 20 or 30 more," Garcia said. "We will have to sit down with the Americans and agree on logistics and slots at return centers to do so within a framework of dignity and respect."
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