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NEW YORK — Shohei Ohtani won his third Most Valuable Player Award and first in the National League, and Aaron Judge earned his second American League honor on Thursday. Ohtani was a unanimous MVP for the third time, receiving all 30 first-place votes and 420 points in voting by the Baseball Writers' Association of America. New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor was second with 263 points and Arizona second baseman Ketel Marte third with 229. Judge was a unanimous pick for the first time. Kansas City shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. got all 30 second-place votes for 270 points, and Yankees outfielder Juan Soto was third with 21 third-place votes and 229 points. Ohtani was unanimously voted the AL MVP in 2021 and 2023 as a two-way star for the Los Angeles Angels and finished second to Judge in 2022 voting. He didn't pitch in 2024 following elbow surgery and signed a record $700 million, 10-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers last December. People are also reading... Ohtani joined Frank Robinson for Cincinnati in 1961 and Baltimore in 1966 as the only players to win the MVP award in both leagues. He was the first player to twice become an unanimous MVP. He had combined with Atlanta outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. in 2023 for the first year both MVPs were unanimous. Ohtani hit .310, stole 59 bases and led the NL with 54 homers and 130 RBIs exclusively as a designated hitter, becoming the first player with 50 or more homers and 50 or more stolen bases in a season. He helped the Dodgers to the World Series title, playing the final three games with a torn labrum in his left shoulder. "The ultimate goal from the beginning was to win a World Series, which we are able to accomplish," he said through a translator. "The next goal is for me to do it again and so right now I'm in the middle of rehab and working out and getting stronger." When Ohtani returns to the mound, could he win MVP and the Cy Young Award in the same year? "That would obviously be great, but right now my focus is just to get to get back healthy, come back stronger, get back on the mound and show everybody what I can do," Ohtani said. Ohtani became the first primary DH to win an MVP in a season that started with the revelation his longtime interpreter and friend, Ippei Mizuhara, had stolen nearly $17 million from the star to fund gambling. Ohtani is the 12th player with three or more MVPs, joining Barry Bonds (seven) and Jimmie Foxx, Joe DiMaggio, Stan Musial, Roy Campanella, Yogi Berra, Mickey Mantle, Mike Schmidt, Alex Rodriguez, Albert Pujols and Mike Trout (three each). Balloting was conducted before the postseason. Judge led the major leagues with 58 homers, 144 RBIs and 133 walks while hitting .322. Witt topped the big leagues with a .332 average, hitting 32 homers with 31 stolen bases and 109 RBIs. Soto batted .288 with 41 homers and 109 RBIs. When Judge won his first MVP award in 2022, he received 28 first-place votes while Ohtani got the other two. Judge had discussed the MVP award with Philadelphia's Bryce Harper, the NL winner in 2015 and '21. "I was telling him, `Man, I'm going to try to catch up to you with these MVPs here, man,'" Judge recalled. "He'd say, hopefully, he could stay a couple ahead of me, which I think he'll do." When Judge won his first MVP award in 2022, he received 28 first-place votes while Ohtani got the other two. He is the Yankees' 22nd MVP winner, four more than any other team. Judge was hitting .207 with six homers and 18 RBIs through April, then batted .352 with 52 homers and 126 RBIs in 127 games. "March and April were not my friend this year." Judge said. "Just keep putting in the work and things are going to change. You can't mope. You can't feel sorry for yourself. Especially in New York, nobody's going to feel sorry for you. So you just got to go out there and put up the numbers?" St. Pete rejects money to repair Tropicana Field roof ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The St. Petersburg City Council reversed course Thursday on whether to spend more than $23 million to repair the hurricane-shredded roof of the Tampa Bay Rays' ballpark, initially voting narrowly for approval and hours later changing course. The reversal on fixing Tropicana Field came after the council voted to delay consideration of revenue bonds for a proposed new $1.3 billion Rays ballpark. Just two days before, the Pinellas County Commission postponed a vote on its share of the new stadium bonds, leaving that project in limbo. “This is a sad place. I'm really disappointed,” council chair Deborah Figg-Sanders said. “We won’t get there if we keep finding ways we can’t.” The Rays say the lack of progress puts the new stadium plan and the future of Tropicana Field in jeopardy. “I can't say I'm confident about anything,” Rays co-president Brian Auld told the council members. The Trop's translucent fiberglass roof was ripped to pieces on Oct. 9 when Hurricane Milton swept ashore just south of Tampa Bay. There was also significant water damage inside the ballpark, with a city estimate of the total repair costs pegged at $55.7 million. The extensive repairs cannot be finished before the 2026 season, city documents show. The Rays made a deal with the Yankees to play next season at 11,000-seat Steinbrenner Field, New York's spring training home across the bay in Tampa. The initial vote Thursday was to get moving on the roof portion of the repair. Once that's done, crews could begin working on laying down a new baseball field, fixing damaged seating and office areas and a variety of electronic systems — which would require another vote to approve money for the remaining restoration. The subsequent vote reversing funding for the roof repair essentially means the city and Rays must work on an alternative in the coming weeks so that Tropicana Field can possibly be ready for the 2026 season. The city is legally obligated to fix the roof. BRIEFLY PIRATES: Pittsburgh hired Matt Hague as its hitting coach, bringing him back to the team that drafted him in 2008. Hague replaces Andy Haines, who was fired after Pittsburgh finished in the bottom 10 in the majors in every significant statistical category last season, including runs (24th) and home runs (25th), while also striking out a club-record 1,504 times, second-most in the National League behind Colorado. The 39-year-old Hague spent last season as an assistant hitting coach with the Toronto Blue Jays. Be the first to know Get local news delivered to your inbox!
Aisam urges PCB to stick to its stance on CT issue with India ISLAMABAD: Aisamul Haq Qureshi, an internationally acclaimed sports figure and president of the Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF), has urged the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to remain steadfast in its stance regarding Pakistan’s hosting of the Champions Trophy. Speaking at the PTF Complex Friday, Aisam stressed that it is the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) responsibility to ensure that India participates in the tournament by crossing the border. Reflecting on similar challenges faced by country’s tennis, Aisam said: “India has shown a pattern of reluctance when it comes to playing in Pakistan. In the Davis Cup a few years back, they compelled us to play at neutral venue, leading our top players to boycott the matches. Eventually, we had to send an Under-17 team to compete. However, under Salim Saifullah’s leadership, we took a firm stand with the International Tennis Federation (ITF) last year. As a result, India had no choice but to travel to Pakistan at the start of 2024 to play the Davis Cup tie that could have been allotted to Pakistan had they stayed out. A 20-member Indian contingent stayed in Islamabad for over a week. PCB must adopt the same resolute approach for hosting the Champions Trophy.” As a well-regarded sports ambassador, even in India, Aisam called on the Indian government to prefer sportsmanship over politics. “Sports should unite, not divide. We have always honored our commitment to participate in events held in India. It’s time for India to reciprocate and allow cricket fans on both sides of the border to enjoy these iconic matches,” he stated. Aisam also emphasized the pivotal role of the ICC in this matter. “Every sport’s governing body is duty-bound to uphold discipline and protect the rights of its member nations. The ICC must ensure that all participating teams, including India, come to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy. Any compromise on this issue risks plunging cricketing relations into crisis,” he warned. He also suggested that the ICC should have contingency plans to safeguard the tournament’s integrity. “If India continues to abstain, the ICC should include the next eligible team to maintain the credibility and prestige of the game,” Aisam proposed. Aisam’s strong and clear stance highlights the broader implications of such decisions on international sports diplomacy, urging governing bodies to lead with fairness and unity.Hidalgo leads No. 6 Notre Dame over JuJu Watkins and third-ranked USC 74-61 in big matchup out WestAfter drubbing, San Jose Sharks look for response in South Florida
TikTok's future uncertain after appeals court rejects its bid to overturn possible US banLouisville will aim to end a three-game losing streak when it hosts UTEP on Wednesday, but beating the Miners may not be an easy feat. UTEP (6-2) comes to the Derby City winners of three straight, most recently beating Seattle 88-72 on Saturday. The Miners shot 56.1 percent (32 of 57) and used a 24-2 first-half run to essentially put the game away. Coach Joe Golding said that first-half performance may have been UTEP's best in his four years leading the school. "I thought offensively and defensively the first 20 minutes we were really locked in and ready to go. (The game) never got close," he said. "We kept it at 20-plus points for the majority of the game. Our ball movement was terrific." Ahamad Bynum led the Miners with 19 points on 7-of-9 shooting off the bench, while Otis Frazier III added 18 points and five assists. Frazier (13.6 points per game) and Bynum (12.1 ppg) are among four UTEP players averaging in double figures. Bynum leads the country shooting 63.3 percent from beyond the 3-point arc, though he has attempted just 30 threes, making 19. Louisville (5-4) also started hot in its last game but could not sustain its momentum in a 76-65 home loss to then-No. 9 Duke on Sunday. Coach Pat Kelsey's team, which had just seven players healthy, made 10 of its first 14 shots to build a 30-16 lead before the Cardinals' lack of depth caught up to them. Louisville shot just 9-of-37 (24.3 percent) after its hot start and was outscored 43-28 after halftime. Terrence Edwards Jr. paced the Cardinals with 21 points in his first game as a reserve this season. Edwards (11.9 ppg) is one of four Louisville scorers averaging double figures, led by Chucky Hepburn leads the team in scoring (14.3 ppg) and is second in the country with 3.2 steals per game. The Cardinals entered the season with expectations of rotating 10 or more players to utilize Kelsey's up-tempo attack. However, swingman Kasean Pryor (knee) and guard Koren Johnson (shoulder) will both miss the rest of the season, while forward Aboubacar Traore (arm) is out indefinitely. After Sunday's loss, Kelsey did not rule out adding players to the roster during the season. "Everything's on the table," he said. "I don't sleep, figuring out what buttons to push to get this team to be the best that they can be. We'll scour every inch of the Earth to figure out how we can improve our team. And whether that happens or not, I have no idea, but I'm willing to try anything." --Field Level Media
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The FTC argued the proposed tie-up violated US antitrust law and a divestiture wouldn't help consumers.Wall Street dips as investors digest data after strong rallyMITCHELL — To say Amy Storm is a busy person would be an understatement. She fills the hours of her day in multiple ways, including helping run the family farm near Ethan, raising three sons and serving on the Ethan School Board. She also squeezes in time to operate Eye of a Storm Photography, where she specializes in senior portrait photography. ADVERTISEMENT But it’s her work in emergency services that has been most on her mind lately. Particularly the importance of bringing more people into the fold with rural emergency health care. “We need more of us out there,” Storm told the Mitchell Republic. “That is really what it’s about, is getting people who are willing to step out of their comfort zone and in the public eye a little bit to help with community services.” Storm has some perspective on that issue. The 48-year-old Spencer native has worked as a first responder in and around primarily Ethan and Mount Vernon for years and as a part-time emergency medical technician with the Mitchell Regional Ambulance Service. Through her work in that field, she has answered emergency medical calls of every stripe, from farm accidents to car crashes. As a first responder, she keeps communication links to the Mount Vernon and Ethan fire departments. When a call comes in for a medical emergency, she hops in her car, which she has stocked with various tools of the trade for medical emergencies, and makes a beeline for the site. Mount Vernon and Ethan have their own volunteer fire departments, but no ambulance services. They therefore rely on the Mitchell service for ambulance response, which makes her role, and the role of a handful of other first responders like her in the area, vital to fast, quality medical emergency response. The role of first responder in her neck of the woods is an unpaid, volunteer position. She has her vehicle stocked with equipment and is used to dropping whatever she’s doing to hit the road at a moment’s notice. And the work she does is invaluable, often arriving ahead of the Mitchell ambulance crew and rendering important early treatment while relaying information back to the Mitchell ambulance crew en route to the scene. ADVERTISEMENT As a part-time EMT with the Mitchell service, she works various shifts and rides in the ambulance to the same kinds of calls she sees as a first responder, or sometimes assists with a patient transfer or other work. In need of help and often scared, the first glimpse patients get of their rescuers is a face like Storm’s. “This is their worst time. It’s sometimes the worst time in their life, and you get to hopefully be the face to help them out with it,” Storm said. The Mitchell Regional Ambulance Service is funded by the city of Mitchell, but answers calls in both rural Davison and Hanson counties, even though it is under no legal obligation to do so under state law. It’s a vital lifeline providing necessary medical services to people who otherwise would have no access to an ambulance service. Demand for the Mitchell ambulance remains strong, and it stretches both the budget and personnel of the service. That was demonstrated Sunday when the Mitchell service was summoned on a pair of calls while another group of Mitchell EMTs were still on their way back to town from a training session. Not long after, an alarm came across the scanner for any off-duty EMTs to come into the station to cover for the ones currently answering the other calls. Storm was one of two to man the station to make sure additional calls could be answered. ADVERTISEMENT “So they ended up doing a second alarm, a dispatch to everybody. And it came out that we needed personnel. We have nobody here to cover, or we’re short-handed,” Storm said. “I was in Ethan, and I left Ethan in the middle of my stuff I was doing and came over. And when I got there, there were two of us there.” Dan Pollreisz, chief for the Mitchell Fire Division and EMS, was the other who remained on site during that incident in case another call came in. Due to the volume of calls the ambulance gets on any given day, keeping the station staffed and ready for more calls can be a challenge, he said. When a shortage arises during a shift, the station has a few options – they can make quick calls to cell phones, they can send a mass text or, as in the case Sunday, they can send another pager alert to let the off-duty crew know to show up if they can. And it happens often. “So far this year, just the mass text messages themselves have been sent over 600 times,” Pollreisz said. “We need more people. We just need the help. That’s the reality of how we operate.” He noted that with its coverage of Mitchell city limits and rural surrounding area, the Mitchell service serves about 23,000 people, roughly equivalent to the population of Watertown. He said the minimum staffing number for the Watertown service is 11 people, while Mitchell can staff about half that number with its roster. Storm is an example of a person who wants nothing more than to be of service for others in need, something Pollreisz said is in the hearts and on the minds of everyone who climbs aboard an ambulance or emergency vehicle to come to the side of those in trouble. ADVERTISEMENT “Amy’s a great person and just a great example of somebody who's out there to try to do their best for their neighbors and communities,” Pollreisz said. Without more personnel, that coverage that benefits so many in rural Davison and Hanson counties could be at risk. Storm and Pollreisz both say they do not want to see that happen. That’s why civic leaders have taken the initiative to attempt to create a rural ambulance district, which would establish a taxing authority to help keep emergency services running to rural Davison and Hanson counties. Formation of a district could produce around $700,000 to help serve around 7,000 rural residents who are not paying for ambulance services in rural areas around Mitchell. With the extra funding, the Mitchell service could hire an additional six EMTs to cover those blind spots when the first two crews are out on calls. That could mean the difference between continued service to those rural areas or losing them. Pollreisz, who noted that funds received from the district would strictly be put toward additional personnel, and his crew have reached out to a number of entities to get the word out about the potential rural district. They have approached county commissions, city councils, rural fire departments, sheriff’s offices and even knocked on a few doors to let people know about the situation and what steps are being taken to address it. Pollreisz is optimistic the campaign process will yield results. Those they have approached about the need have almost unanimously agreed that such a district is needed and offered their support. At some point, a public vote would be needed to approve the formation of the district, with a simple majority being required to turn the idea into reality. ADVERTISEMENT For now, however, Storm will continue to be on the alert for emergency calls, whether it be as a first responder or as a part-time EMT with the Mitchell Regional Ambulance Service. She cherishes the opportunity to give back to those who put in the call for help, many of whom are friends and neighbors from both in and around Mitchell. It would be horrible to get a call and not have the ability to respond to those friends and neighbors, she said. “When you look at the possibility of not having an ambulance system out where I live, say two miles outside the district or the town, and they can’t come to it?” Storm pondered. “It is disheartening because that’s what we are trained to do. We want to help people in their worst times.”
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Giants release quarterback Daniel Jones just days after benching him EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The Daniel Jones era in New York is over. The Giants quarterback was granted his release by the team just days after the franchise said it was benching him in favor of third-stringer Tommy DeVito. New York president John Mara said Jones approached the team about releasing him and the club obliged. Mara added he was “disappointed” at the quick dissolution of a once-promising relationship between Jones and the team. Giants coach Brian Daboll benched Jones in favor of DeVito following a loss to the Panthers in Germany that dropped New York's record to 2-8. Conor McGregor must pay woman $250K in sexual assault case, civil jury rules LONDON (AP) — A civil jury in Ireland has found that mixed martial arts fighter Conor McGregor sexually assaulted a woman in a hotel penthouse after a night of heavy partying. The Dublin jury on Friday awarded Nikita Hand more than $250,000 in her lawsuit that claimed McGregor “brutally raped and battered” her on Dec. 9, 2018. The lawsuit says the assault left her heavily bruised and suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder. McGregor testified that he never forced her to do anything and that Hand fabricated her allegations after the two had consensual sex. McGregor posted on X that he will appeal the verdict. Week 16 game between Denver Broncos and Los Angeles Chargers flexed to Thursday night spot The Los Angeles Chargers have played their way into another prime time appearance. Justin Herbert and company have had their Dec. 22 game against the Denver Broncos flexed to Thursday night, Dec. 19. Friday’s announcement makes this the first time a game has been flexed to the Thursday night spot. The league amended its policy last season where Thursday night games in Weeks 13 through 17 could be flexed with at least 28 days notice prior to the game. The matchup of AFC West division rivals bumps the game between the Cleveland Browns and Cincinnati Bengals to Sunday afternoon. NBA memo to players urges increased vigilance regarding home security following break-ins MIAMI (AP) — The NBA is urging its players to take additional precautions to secure their homes following reports of recent high-profile burglaries of dwellings owned by Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis and Kansas City Chiefs teammates Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce. In a memo sent to team officials, a copy of which was obtained by The Associated Press, the NBA revealed that the FBI has connected some burglaries to “transnational South American Theft Groups” that are “reportedly well-organized, sophisticated rings that incorporate advanced techniques and technologies, including pre-surveillance, drones, and signal jamming devices.” Red Bull brings wrong rear wing to Las Vegas in mistake that could stall Verstappen's title chances LAS VEGAS (AP) — Max Verstappen is suddenly in jeopardy of being denied a fourth consecutive Formula 1 title Saturday night. Red Bull apparently brought the wrong rear wing to Las Vegas and GPS data showed its two cars to be significantly slower on the straights than both McLaren and Mercedes, which led both practice sessions. Red Bull says it doesn’t have a replacement rear wing in Las Vegas to fix the issue and little chance of getting two flown in from England ahead of the race. Caitlin Clark to join Cincinnati bid for 16th National Women's Soccer League team WNBA star Caitlin Clark has joined Cincinnati’s bid for an expansion National Women’s Soccer League team. Major League Soccer franchise FC Cincinnati is heading the group vying to bring a women’s pro team to the city. The club issued a statement confirming Clark had joined the bid group. NWSL Commissioner Jessica Berman has said the league plans to announce the league’s 16th team by the end of the year. The league's 15th team will begin play in 2026 in Boston. In a 'Final Four-type weekend,' two top-6 clashes put women's college basketball focus on West Coast LOS ANGELES (AP) — Two games featuring four powerhouse teams has put the focus in women's college basketball on the West Coast this weekend. JuJu Watkins and No. 3 Southern California host Hannah Hidalgo and No. 6 Notre Dame on Saturday. Top-ranked South Carolina visits Lauren Betts and fifth-ranked UCLA on Sunday. Both games are nationally televised and the arenas are expected to be packed. WNBA scouts will be on hand to check out some of the nation's top talent. Two teams will come away with their first losses of the season. USC coach Lindsay Gottlieb calls it “a Final Four-type weekend.” A documentary featuring Watkins will air on NBC ahead of USC's game, which leads into the Army-Notre Dame football game. Noodles and wine are the secret ingredients for a strange new twist in China's doping saga Blame it on the noodles. That's what one Chinese official suggested when anti-doping leaders were looking for answers for the doping scandal that cast a shadow over this year's Olympic swim meet. Earlier this year, reports that 23 Chinese swimmers had tested positive for a banned heart medication emerged. None were sanctioned because Chinese authorities determined the swimmers were contaminated by traces of the drug spread about a hotel kitchen. In a strange twist, the leader of China's anti-doping agency suggested this case could have been similar to one in which criminals were responsible for tainting noodles that were later eaten by another Chinese athlete who also tested positive for the drug. Athletes see climate change as threatening their sports and their health. Some are speaking up BAKU, Azerbaijan (AP) — Pragnya Mohan has been a professional triathlete for nearly a decade, but summers in her native India are now so hot that she can’t train there anymore. And she worries about a day when heat around the world kills her sport entirely. She was among athletes who spoke at the United Nations climate summit in Azerbaijan about the threat global warming poses to them, to fans and to sport itself. They described how extreme weather is making training and competing difficult or impossible. With billions of fans worldwide, some athletes and leagues are trying to get more people to care, and act, on climate change. Alyssa Nakken, first full-time female coach in MLB history, leaving Giants to join Guardians CLEVELAND (AP) — Alyssa Nakken, the first woman to coach in an MLB game, is leaving the San Francisco Giants to join the Cleveland Guardians. Nakken made history in 2022 when she took over as first-base coach following an ejection. A former college softball star at Sacramento State, Nakken joined the Giants in 2014 and was promoted to a spot on manager Gabe Kapler’s staff in 2020, becoming the majors’ first full-time female coach. It’s not immediately known what role she’ll have with the Guardians, who won the AL Central last season under first-year manager Stephen Vogt. In Cleveland, Nakken, 34, will work with former Giants coaches Craig Albernaz and Kai Correa.
New price for OC Transpo seniors bus pass on the tableNEW YORK , Dec. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Report with market evolution powered by AI - The global phone case market size is estimated to grow by USD 13.9 billion from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of over 6.76% during the forecast period. Growth in penetration of smart mobile phones is driving market growth, with a trend towards growing penetration of e-commerce vendors in tier II and tier III cities. However, lack of universal standards poses a challenge. Key market players include Ai Paiqi Electronic Technology Co., Ltd., Apple Inc., Case Mate Inc., CG Mobile, Cygnett, Element Case Inc., Fommy.com, Hon Hai Precision Industry Co. Ltd., Moshi Corp., Otter Products LLC, Pelican Products Inc., Poetic Cases Inc., Rearth Inc., Reiko Wireless Inc., Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., Spigen Inc., Urban Armor Gear LLC, Vinci Brands LLC, XtremeGuard, and ZAGG Inc.. AI-Powered Market Evolution Insights. Our comprehensive market report ready with the latest trends, growth opportunities, and strategic analysis- View Free Sample Report PDF Key Market Trends Fueling Growth The e-commerce sector in developing economies, including India , has witnessed remarkable growth, particularly in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. This expansion is driven by major players bringing online shopping experiences to semi-urban and rural areas. Previously, urban residents enjoyed the privilege of purchasing branded items and advanced gadgets. However, with the convenience of numerous online stores, consumers in these areas are adopting online shopping trends. The global e-commerce market, including India , is projected to reach a valuation of USUSD 300 billion by 2030, according to the India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF). The COVID-19 pandemic has further fueled this growth, as consumers opt for contactless delivery, home deliveries, and discounts, making shopping more accessible and convenient. With an increasing number of Internet users in rural India , as per the Internet and Mobile Association of India and Nielsen, the demand for phone cases and other accessories via online distribution channels is expected to rise significantly during the forecast period. The market for protective phone cases is booming, especially among smartphone users in India . With the increasing use of social media and lifestyle trends, the demand for stylish and high-quality cases is on the rise. Customization is a key trend, with consumers seeking personalized designs and innovative functions like MagSafe compatibility. E-commerce platforms and online portals offer same-day delivery and high-speed internet, making it convenient for mobile users to shop for cases online. Brands like OtterBox and PopSockets lead the market with their durable and protective cases made from materials like polycarbonate and thermoplastic polyurethane, providing excellent shock absorption. New designs and sustainable materials, such as recycled phone cases, are also gaining popularity. Offline retail stores and electronics shops continue to compete with online stores, offering a wider range of accessories including body glove cases, silica gel cases, and leather cases. Dedicated online retailers and e-commerce platforms cater to the diverse needs of smartphone users, offering a digital marketplace for minimalist cases, ultrathin cases, and pop socket cases. The online store segment is expected to grow further, driven by the convenience and accessibility it offers. Overall, the phone case market is a dynamic and evolving space, driven by consumer preferences and lifestyle trends. Insights on how AI is driving innovation, efficiency, and market growth- Request Sample! Market Challenges The mobile phone accessory market, specifically phone cases, faces challenges due to the absence of standardization in technology and components used in their production. This situation results in significant product and price differentiation, making it difficult for consumers to compare and select accessories. Vendors should collaborate to establish uniform standards, ensuring improved quality, consumer confidence, and compatibility. Failure to do so may hinder the growth of the phone case market. The Phone Case Market faces several challenges in catering to the growing needs of mobile and smartphone users. One significant challenge is the rise of PopSockets and alternative mounting solutions, affecting traditional cases sales. Another challenge is the preference for Polycarbonate and sustainable materials like recycled phone cases and eco-friendly materials. Retail stores and online platforms, including electronics stores, mobile accessory shops, department stores, and dedicated online retailers, compete for market share. Same-day delivery and high-speed internet are essential for online sales, while physical stores offer a tactile experience. Manufacturers face challenges in providing shock absorption, MagSafe compatibility, ultrathin, minimalist, and rugged cases. Sustainable materials like thermoplastic polyurethane, silica gel, and leather cases are in demand. Customized, waterproof, dropproof, and dustproof protection are also essential features. Brands must cater to various consumer preferences, including spring-inspired colors, air-cushioned corners, and biodegradable phone cases. Ecommerce platforms and digital marketplaces play a crucial role in reaching mobile users, offering a wide range of options. Overall, the Phone Case Market requires continuous innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers. Insights into how AI is reshaping industries and driving growth- Download a Sample Report Segment Overview This phone case market report extensively covers market segmentation by 1.1 Offline 1.2 Online 2.1 Body glove 2.2 Pouch 2.3 Phone skin 2.4 Hybrid cases 2.5 Others 3.1 APAC 3.2 North America 3.3 Europe 3.4 South America 3.5 Middle East and Africa 1.1 Offline- The offline segment dominates the global phone case market, accounting for the largest market share in 2023. This is primarily due to the presence of numerous offline retailers offering competitive prices and the preference of consumers for physical product verification. The number of offline retail stores continues to rise, particularly in emerging markets like India , China , and Brazil . Brands like OnePlus are expanding their offline presence through authorized stores and partnerships with retail chains such as Croma. Croma, operated by Infiniti Retail Ltd., plans to add 100 new stores in 2022. The proliferation of organized and unorganized offline retail stores selling phone cases will significantly contribute to the market growth during the forecast period. Download complimentary Sample Report to gain insights into AI's impact on market dynamics, emerging trends, and future opportunities- including forecast (2024-2028) and historic data (2018 - 2022) The phone case market is thriving as the use of smartphones continues to increase among mobile users worldwide. Protective cases have become essential accessories for smartphone owners, with trends leaning towards customization and sustainability. Lifestyle and social media trends influence the demand for phone cases, with e-commerce platforms and physical stores catering to the online and offline segments, respectively. Body glove cases, MagSafe compatibility, ultrathin cases, and rugged phone covers are popular choices, while eco-friendly materials, such as recycled phone cases and biodegradable options, are gaining traction. The digital marketplace offers a vast selection of mobile cases and protective covers, with sustainable materials and MagSafe compatibility being key features for many consumers. Ecommerce Platforms like Amazon, Flipkart, and Ebay are leading the online sales, while physical stores continue to provide a tactile shopping experience. The market for phone cases is diverse, with offerings ranging from basic protective covers to customized, sustainable, and rugged options. The phone case market is thriving, driven by the increasing usage of smartphones and the need to protect these valuable devices from damages. Protective cases have become essential accessories for mobile users, with trends leaning towards customization, innovative functions, and sustainable materials. Lifestyle and social media trends influence the demand for new designs and accessories, such as PopSockets and Body Glove. E-commerce platforms and dedicated online retailers dominate the market, offering same-day delivery and high-speed internet access. Quality protective cases made of materials like polycarbonate, thermoplastic polyurethane, silica gel, and leather are popular choices. Innovative functions like MagSafe compatibility, ultrathin designs, and minimalist cases cater to various consumer preferences. Rugged phone cases, shockproof, waterproof, and dustproof protection are essential for those with an active lifestyle. Sustainable materials, such as recycled phone cases, are gaining popularity as consumers become more environmentally conscious. Electronics stores, mobile accessory shops, department stores, and online portals all offer a wide range of phone cases to cater to the growing demand. 1 Executive Summary 2 Market Landscape 3 Market Sizing 4 Historic Market Size 5 Five Forces Analysis 6 Market Segmentation Distribution Channel Offline Online Product Body Glove Pouch Phone Skin Hybrid Cases Others Geography APAC North America Europe South America Middle East And Africa 7 Customer Landscape 8 Geographic Landscape 9 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends 10 Company Landscape 11 Company Analysis 12 Appendix Technavio is a leading global technology research and advisory company. Their research and analysis focuses on emerging market trends and provides actionable insights to help businesses identify market opportunities and develop effective strategies to optimize their market positions. 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Share this Story : New price for OC Transpo seniors bus pass on the table Copy Link Email X Reddit Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Breadcrumb Trail Links News Local News New price for OC Transpo seniors bus pass on the table The new $78.50 fee will be discussed at a transit committee meeting on Monday. Get the latest from Ken Warren straight to your inbox Sign Up Author of the article: Ken Warren Published Nov 22, 2024 • Last updated 51 minutes ago • 1 minute read Join the conversation You can save this article by registering for free here . Or sign-in if you have an account. A file photo of an OC Transpo fare box and card-tap machine. Photo by Tony Caldwell / POSTMEDIA Article content After hearing the grinding wheels of anger, the City of Ottawa’s transit committee is preparing to meet the city’s senior bus riders almost halfway. On Nov. 25, the full committee will digest a motion to charge seniors $78.50 per month to ride OC Transpo, a drop from the $108 that was proposed in the 2025 draft budget earlier in the month. The information, proposed by the transit’s long range financial planning group, was obtained by the Ottawa Citizen on Nov. 22. Advertisement 2 Story continues below This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles from Elizabeth Payne, David Pugliese, Andrew Duffy, Bruce Deachman and others. Plus, food reviews and event listings in the weekly newsletter, Ottawa, Out of Office. Unlimited online access to Ottawa Citizen and 15 news sites with one account. Ottawa Citizen ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword. 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However, seniors will still be forking out $29.50 more per month than they have been spending on monthly bus charges. The transit committee will also discuss a proposal to continue offering seniors free travel on Wednesdays. Seniors currently ride without paying on Wednesdays and Sundays. kwarren@postmedia.com Our website is your destination for up-to-the-minute news, so make sure to bookmark our homepage and sign up for our newsletters so we can keep you informed. Recommended from Editorial Ottawa police mounted unit 'a game changer,' chief says Pat King found guilty of mischief for role in convoy protest Article content Share this article in your social network Share this Story : New price for OC Transpo seniors bus pass on the table Copy Link Email X Reddit Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Comments You must be logged in to join the discussion or read more comments. 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