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Giants veterans offer damning assessment of Brian Daboll: ‘I don’t think everybody is giving 100%’OTTAWA — Peter Anholt tried to keep things light as he emerged from one of the elevators at Canada's hotel. The temperature had been turned way up on the veteran hockey executive and the country's under-20 program after a stunning upset some 12 hours earlier. "You only want to talk to me when things are bad, eh?" Anholt joked to reporters Saturday morning. "Is that how this works?" That is indeed what happens when a powerhouse with a record 20 gold medals expected to roll over an opponent suffers one of its worst all-time defeats at the tournament. Canada was embarrassed on home soil 3-2 by Latvia — a country it had thumped by a combined 41-4 score across four previous meetings — in a shocking shootout Friday. Coming off a disastrous fifth-place finish last year in Sweden and having talked a lot about upping their compete level and preparation, the Canadians looked disjointed for long stretches against the plucky, hard-working Latvians. The power play finally clicked late in the third period, but stands at 1-for-7 through two games, while the top line of Easton Cowan, Calum Ritchie and Bradly Nadeau has yet to translate its pre-tournament chemistry into success in the spotlight. "We're certainly trying to problem solve, but not throw the baby out with the bath water," said Anholt, who heads the world junior setup. "We've got to be really careful." Canada, which picked up a solid 4-0 victory over Finland to open its tournament Thursday, had plenty of offensive zone time and directed 57 shots at Latvian goaltender Linards Feldbergs. Included in that total, however, were far too many one-and-done efforts from the perimeter with little traffic in front. There were, of course, desperate spurts — especially late in regulation and in 3-on-3 overtime — but not nearly enough for a roster peppered with first-round NHL draft picks and top prospects. "We played really, really hard," Anholt said in defending his players. "We controlled the puck lots. We created some chances. Their goalie was really good and they defended really good ... 99 times out of 100 we win that game." Hoping for a big response Sunday against Germany before meeting the United States on New Year's Eve to tie a bow on round-robin action in Group A, Canada will have to push ahead minus one of its best players. Star defenceman Matthew Schaefer was injured Friday and is done for the tournament after he slammed into Latvia's net and skated off favouring his left shoulder area. "Tough blow for the kid," Anholt said. "The way he plays the game, he plays it at such a high speed." Cowan, a Toronto Maple Leafs first-round selection, said Canada remains confident despite Friday's ugly result in the nation's capital. "We're good," said the 19-year-old from Mount Brydges, Ont. "Everyone's lost a hockey game before." But not like that — or to that opponent on that stage. "Bit of a (crappy) feeling," said Nadeau, a Carolina Hurricanes prospect from St-Francois-de-Madawaska, N.B. "We all know what this group is capable of. Losing that game is not our standard. "We'll bounce back." Some corners of social media exploded following the Latvian debacle, with heavy criticism directed at head coach Dave Cameron and the team's overall roster construction. "We're not really worried about it," defenceman and Ottawa native Oliver Book, who like Cowan is back from last year's team, said of the outside noise. "We know we didn't play well." Canada appears poised to mix things up against the Germans. Vancouver Canucks prospect Sawyer Mynio of Kamloops, B.C., is set draw in for Schaefer, while Anholt indicated there's a good chance forward Carson Rehkopf will get his first crack at the 2025 tournament as a returnee. The 19-year-old Seattle Kraken second-round pick from Vaughan, Ont., has scored a combined 78 goals over his last 97 regular-season and playoff games in the Ontario Hockey League. "Great player," Cowan said. "He finds ways." Anholt said taking a big-picture approach is key in challenging moments. "Let's not panic," he said. "The world hasn't fallen in. It's hard, but we'll learn from it." It's something Canada will have to do under intense scrutiny. "People are gonna love you and people are gonna hate you," said Cowan, who has a goal an assist through two games. "Gotta keep doing you." Anholt, who was also at the helm 12 months ago when Canada never got in gear, isn't getting 2024 vibes from this year's group. "Not even in any way, shape or form," he said. "We've just got to take care of business." They get a first shot at redemption Sunday. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 28, 2024. Joshua Clipperton, The Canadian Presshaha777 run 。

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BOSTON (AP) — Jaylen Brown scored the Celtics’ first 15 points on five consecutive 3-pointers and finished with 29 points, before Boston withstood a late charge to beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 107-105 on Sunday. Jayson Tatum added 26 points and eight rebounds to help Boston post a season-high fifth straight victory. Anthony Edwards had 28 points and nine rebounds for Minnesota, which has lost five of its last seven. Julius Randle added 23 points, and Rudy Gobert finished with 10 points and 20 rebounds, his eighth double-double of the season. Minnesota got within 55-54 early in the third quarter, before a 14-0 run by Boston. The spurt featured four 3s by the Celtics, including two by Tatum. The lead grew to 79-60 with 4:26 to play in the period. But the Timberwolves chipped it all the way down in the fourth, getting within 107-105 with 34 seconds left on a driving layup by Randle. Takeaways Timberwolves: Minnesota will be looking to for some wins at home, after dropping four of its last five on the road. Celtics: The Celtics have struggled at home at times this season but improved to 6-2 at the Garden. Key moment The Timberwolves had the ball with 7.1 seconds and a chance to win. Edwards got the inbounds and tried to drive on Brown. But he was cut off, and the ball swung to Naz Reid, who failed to get off a 3 as time expired. Key stat Boston assisted on 25 of its 37 made field goals. Up next The Timberwolves host Houston in NBA Cup play on Tuesday, beginning a four-game homestand. The Celtics host the Los Angeles Clippers on Monday night. ___ AP NBA: https://apnews.com/hub/nba Kyle Hightower, The Associated PressPORTSMOUTH, N.H.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec 19, 2024-- Premier lifestyle brand and hospitality management company, Lark Hotels, announces today the formation of a joint venture with contextual hotel brand and operator, Life House. This joint venture will operate under Lark Hospitality LLC, doing business as Lark, encompassing all Lark Hotels and Life House-branded hotels, 33 restaurants and bars, and the groups’ combined portfolio of nearly 100 independent spirited properties, with locations throughout the continental United States, Hawaii, and Mexico. As part of the transaction, among the Life House stakeholders, both Inovia Capital and Thayer Investment Partners will continue to support this joint venture. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241219605760/en/ Blind Tiger, a Lark Hotels property in Burlington, Vermont (image by Matt Kisiday) Combining their assets and expertise to form Lark Hospitality, industry trailblazers Rob Blood (Founder, Lark Hotels), Peter Twachtman (CEO, Lark Hotels), and Marc Ghobriel (CEO, Life House) join forces with Blood as Chairman, Twachtman as CEO, and Ghobriel leading the Life House transition team. In addition to doubling Lark's footprint, the combined entity grows the company’s centralized team by bringing key positions over from Life House, allowing for continued best-in-class solutions for customized hotel management, day-to-day operations, hiring, technology, and marketing services to maximize owner cash flow. The new entity will have nearly $1 billion in assets under management, and represent accommodations in 27 states, more than 3,000 total keys, nearly 1,500 employees in peak season, and total annual revenue of more than $150 million under management. “There is no company that has made everyone at Lark Hotels sharpen their pencils more than Life House,” said Rob Blood, founder of Lark Hotels. “Over the last five years, they have made us think deeply about who we are as a company, what our value proposition is for our stakeholders, and who we want to be going forward. As we come together, we look forward to incorporating the best practices of both of our companies to deliver exceptional experiences for our guests, investors, hotel owners and teams.” "The complementary strengths of Life House and Lark, both geographically and operationally, create a leader in the independent and boutique hotel management market," said Marc Ghobriel, CEO of Life House. "We're eager to continue focusing on delivering a great experience, to guests at the properties we manage, as well as to their owners, and we plan on investing in building a strong portfolio of brands across North America." As one of the few remaining truly independent hospitality companies with a family of brands, including Lark Hotels, Bluebird by Lark, Blind Tiger, AWOL, and Lark Independent, Lark will focus on further developing its individual brands, as well as the Life House brand, by partnering with aspiring and existing hotel owners, family offices, private equity firms, and real estate developers. The company plans to continue to leverage its robust loyalty program to deliver exceptional experiences for guests and valuable direct revenue for hotel owners. Lark’s unique combination of best-in-class management, supported by a nimble tech stack and a choice of meaningful brands that deliver both the benefit of flexibility and the assurance of connection, gives real estate developers and hotel owners many paths to success with Lark. For more information or photography, please contact Mary DiLeo at mary@allheartpr.com or 978-998-0240. About Lark Hotels: Launched by Rob Blood in 2012, Lark Hotels operates lifestyle properties in high-profile destinations, embracing their communities in playful, unexpected ways. Each Lark Hotel invites guests to experience intimate getaways in the heart of an iconic destination, feel the pull of nostalgia, and find attentive service when they want it or privacy when they don’t. In 2020, Lark Hotels launched its third-party management division, focused on the management and marketing of independent hotels throughout the United States. In 2021, Lark Hotels introduced Bluebird by Lark, a sister collection of boutique roadside lodges, reimagined for the great American road trip. In 2024, seven Lark Hotels properties were awarded prestigious Michelin Keys from Michelin Guide, a coveted honor that recognizes the country’s most outstanding hotels. Most recently, Lark Hotels opened AWOL Stowe, the third iteration of its emerging AWOL brand in the heart of Stowe, Vermont, complete with an outdoor Nordic spa deck and free-standing A-frame cabins. In 2025, Lark Hotels will debut several new and noteworthy properties in sought-after destinations, including their first in a major metropolitan city. For more information about Lark Hotels and Bluebird by Lark, visit larkhotels.com and bluebirdhotels.com . Lark Hotels is always seeking growth opportunities through both third party management agreements and joint venture opportunities. To learn more, visit larkhospitality.com . To discuss Lark’s acquisition and management opportunities, please reach out to growth@larkhotels.com . About Life House: Led by CEO Marc Ghobriel, Life House is a vertically integrated hotel management and technology company focused on serving small and medium independent hotels with institutional-quality service. Life House uses advanced software and operating systems to increase profitability and reliability for independent hotels. The company was founded in 2017 by real estate, hospitality, and technology veterans and is backed by world-renowned private equity and venture investors. In 2023, Lodging Magazine recognized Life House as one of the top management companies for independent hoteliers to know. View source version on businesswire.com : https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241219605760/en/ CONTACT: Mary DiLeo All Heart PR 978.998.0240 mary@allheartpr.com KEYWORD: NEW HAMPSHIRE UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: LODGING TRAVEL SOURCE: Lark Hotels Copyright Business Wire 2024. PUB: 12/19/2024 04:03 PM/DISC: 12/19/2024 04:01 PM http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241219605760/en

Natixis Advisors LLC Has $3.24 Million Stock Position in Southern Copper Co. (NYSE:SCCO)ST. THOMAS, Virgin Islands (AP) — Javohn Garcia scored 16 points as McNeese beat Illinois State 76-68 on Friday. Garcia also contributed seven rebounds for the Cowboys (3-2). Brandon Murray shot 4 of 10 from the field and 5 for 7 from the line to add 13 points. Sincere Parker shot 4 for 8 (2 for 5 from 3-point range) and 3 of 4 from the free-throw line to finish with 13 points. Ty Pence led the way for the Redbirds (3-2) with 14 points and six rebounds. Malachi Poindexter added 13 points for Illinois State. Logan Wolf had 11 points. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .

Article content I want Justin Trudeau gone as much as the next sane Canadian, but I don’t want the Governor General messing about in the democratic process just to hasten the prime minister’s departure. To be sure, Trudeau needs to go. For one, our economy is in meltdown. Productivity is declining. Investment is weak. Not only is job creation inadequate to keep up with the flood of immigrants the Liberals have permitted into the country — and still are permitting — but Canada’s unemployment rate has risen nearly two points in the past year-and-a-half because private-sector job creation has been miserable thanks to higher interest rates, inflation, taxes and regulation. Then there’s trade. One-third of our gross domestic product (GDP) is based on exports and three-quarters of our exports are bound for the United States. That means fully one-quarter of the entire national economy — approximately $530 billion a year and perhaps five million jobs — depends on our exports to the U.S. Now, when our largest trading partner is on the verge of swearing in a president who threatens that trade, our self-absorbed prime minister is so preoccupied with trying to save his political skin that he cannot devote enough time to preserving the economic bond that is most vital to Canadians’ standard of living. At a time when clear, competent leadership is needed on the Canada-U.S. file, our prime minister is instead holding the country hostage while he meditates on his future and jet sets from one western ski resort to another. Talk about being a narcissist. If Trudeau decides to stick around until the general election in October, he will only magnify all that economic damage until voters can hand him his inevitable pink slip. Undeniably, the best thing for the country would be for Trudeau to go. Now. So why would it be wrong for Governor General Mary Simon to act on Opposition Leader Pierre Poilievre’s written request of last week that she prevent Trudeau from proroguing (suspending) Parliament when it reconvenes in late January? Trudeau’s motive would be purely selfish. He would dissolve the current Parliament to prevent a vote of confidence that, if it passed, would trigger an election he would certainly lose. Simon could give the Opposition parties a chance to hold their non-confidence vote by telling Trudeau she would not consent to such an egotistical prorogation. Except, if she did that it would set a dangerous precedent for our democracy. We shouldn’t want the current or future, unelected Governor General deciding who gets to be prime minister based on news reports, opinion polls or letters from the opposition leader. Conservative MP John Williamson, chair of the Commons Public Accounts Committee, is seeking to have a non-confidence motion voted on by Parliament as soon as Jan. 30. But he might need Mary Simon’s cooperation because Trudeau could call for a prorogation as early as Jan 27. Williamson is probably correct. In a letter he sent to his committee’s members on Friday, the New Brunswick MP argued, “It is now clear that the Liberal government does not have the confidence of Parliament.” A majority of MPs — Conservative, Bloc and New Democrats — have publicly pledged to vote non-confidence. Couple that with the many Liberals who have stated Trudeau should resign and Williamson makes a pretty convincing case. But the key is that many, particularly the NDP and Liberals, have not yet formally voted to bring down the government. As clear as their disgust for Trudeau is, their public statements are just talk until they cast formal votes. A letter from half or more of MPs calling on Simon to deny Trudeau a prorogation might be enough. A majority vote by the Liberal caucus that Trudeau should resign would also be hard to ignore. But for the Governor General to act on a letter from the leader of the Opposition, or an avalanche of opinion polls and media reports, would be a precedent even Trudeau haters shouldn’t want.

INDIANAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec 19, 2024-- The Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC), a global leader in high-speed autonomy, is gearing up for a monumental return to CES 2025 with exciting new developments, including the introduction of multicar racing and the future of physical AI . Set to take place on January 9, 2025 at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway from 2-4 PM PST , the Autonomous Challenge at CES 2025 will mark a significant milestone in the development of autonomous technologies, offering attendees a firsthand look at the evolution of AI in high-speed motorsport. A New Era of AI Racing: Multicar Showdown and Tiered Competitions Having introduced the world to head-to-head autonomous racing three years ago at CES, the IAC will attempt another historic feat during CES 2025 with a multicar exhibition race. Teams will run 3-4 autonomous racecars on track at the same time, in a thrilling 20-lap format. This marks a significant leap forward in high-speed autonomy, as the exhibition race will test not just individual car performance but the ability of AI systems to manage complex multi-agent interactions at high speed. The IAC race event at CES2025 will feature a progressive three-tiered structure, designed to ensure teams at every level can actively compete and push the boundaries of their AI driver development: This structure allows for a progressive increase in AI racing difficulty, ensuring all teams, regardless of experience, have a chance to showcase their AI driver development in the ever-evolving landscape of autonomous racing. New Teams and Exciting Partnership The IAC has also welcomed two new university teams: Indiana University and California Institute of Technology , bringing the total number of IAC teams to ten. These new additions further elevate the competition, expanding the IAC’s global pool of talent and expertise that are working on a common AI and robotics platform to accelerate the future of high-speed autonomy The IAC’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of AI extends beyond racing, through a strategic collaboration with the U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) which selected IAC as an official test and evaluation platform to be used in improving AI training for autonomous systems. This work is part of a new DARPA program, Transfer Learning from Imprecise and Abstract Models to Autonomous Technologies (TIAMAT) which aims to address the “simulation to real” gap in AI training. “The Indy Autonomous Challenge is truly leading the charge in the physical AI revolution,” said Paul Mitchell, President of the Indy Autonomous Challenge. “By pushing the limits of autonomous technology on the racetrack, we’re not just developing AI that can drive racecars—we’re creating systems that can be applied to everything from aviation to autonomous vehicles and robotics. The race at CES will be a showcase of cutting-edge innovation, and it’s also a great example of what can be achieved when government, academia, and industry come together to tackle some of the biggest tech challenges of our time.” IAC at CES 2025: A Hub for Innovation As a leader in the physical AI revolution , the IAC will take center stage at CES 2025 , the world’s largest innovation event. The IAC will have a prominent display in the West Hall lobby, showcasing the IAC-AV-24 world’s fastest autonomous racecar, along with a series of CES Conference Sessions exploring the future of AI in motorsport and beyond. Sessions include: These sessions will provide key insights into the future of physical AI and its potential to revolutionize mobility while increasing sustainability and quality of life. Race Day and VIP Experience at CES The Indy Autonomous Challenge race day at CES 2025 will be held at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, setting the stage for a thrilling exhibition of innovation, speed, and AI advancement. Taking place on January 9 from 2-4 PM PST , this exciting autonomous race event will include three competitions: Time Trials, Passing Competition, and Multicar Race Exhibition. Ample parking will be available at the venue, and rideshare drop-offs are encouraged for added convenience. This year’s official IAC at CES Media Briefing will take place at the Media Center of the Las Vegas Motor Speedway on January 9, 2025, at 1:15 PM , right before race activities begin. Reporters will receive the latest updates, learn about the innovations on the track, and have the opportunity for an open Q&A with IAC leadership and team leads. Media Registration: To attend any IAC track events as media, including tier 1, 2 and 3 exhibitions and/or to attend the media briefing, please register here . Media Contact & Resources: To request an interview with IAC stakeholders or to plan media tours at the track and/or booth, please contact IAC@OneMoreVolley.com . High-resolution images and additional information about the Indy Autonomous Challenge are available on the IAC Media Page . About the IAC: The Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC) is a non-profit organization based in Indianapolis, Indiana (USA) that organizes racing competitions among university-affiliated teams from around the world. Teams program AI drivers to pilot fully autonomous racecars and compete in a series of history-making events at iconic tracks. The IAC is working to establish a hub for performance automation in the state and is harnessing the power of innovative competitions to attract the best and the brightest minds from around the globe to further state-of-the-art technology in the safety and performance of autonomous vehicles. The IAC started as a $1 million prize competition with 31 university teams signing up to compete more than four years ago, representing top engineering and technology programs from 15 U.S. states and 11 countries. Follow the IAC on LinkedIn , Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , & YouTube . 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Wade Taylor IV scored 15 points and dished out 10 assists and C.J. Wilcher added 14 points as No. 13 Texas A&M throttled Abilene Christian 92-54 on Saturday afternoon in College Station, Texas. The Aggies (11-2) were in charge from the jump, forging a 19-point lead at halftime and never looking back. Texas A&M scored the first points of the second half, was up by 28 with 13:23 to play and cruised to the finish line while winning its seventh straight game. Taylor's output moved him into second place in the Aggies all-time scoring list. His 1,779 points are now behind only Bernard King, who had 1,990 from 1999-2003. Andersson Garcia and Zhuric Phelps added 12 points each for Texas A&M, which appears to be hitting on all cylinders heading into its Southeastern Conference opener at home against rival Texas on Jan. 4. Phelps added 10 rebounds for the Aggies. Quion Williams led the Wildcats (8-6) with 14 points. Abilene Christian missed its final six shots and went the last 5:24 of the game without a point. The Aggies made a statement in the early going by scoring the game's first nine points over the initial 3 1/2 minutes, with seven of those coming from Coleman. Abilene Christian fought back to within 16-12 after Dontrez Williams' layup with 12:12 left in the half. But A&M swung back, producing a 14-0 run capped by Garcia's layup with 8:51 to play in the half to pull away to a 30-12 advantage. The Wildcats again cut into their deficit, pulling to 30-19 when Cade Hornecker hit a layup with 6:26 to play until halftime. A&M boosted the lead back to 17 points after a pair of free throws by Taylor and got two more from the charity stripe to take a 48-29 edge to the break. Wilcher led all scorers in the half with 12 points on 4-of-6 shooting from beyond the arc while Garcia hit for 10 points for A&M while making all four of his shots from the floor. The Aggies outshot Abilene Christian 61.5 percent to 40.7 percent before halftime. Quion Williams and Leonardo Bettiol paced the Wildcats with seven points each in the first half. --Field Level MediaFruster scores 15, Eastern Illinois beats Blackburn 99-55

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