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LOS ANGELES — Shohei Ohtani is keeping elite company. The Japanese superstar caps 2024 by winning The Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year for the third time, tying him with basketball great Michael Jordan. He trails only four-time winners Lance Armstrong, Tiger Woods and LeBron James. "I'm very honored," Ohtani said through translator Matt Hidaka in an exclusive interview with the AP. "Obviously all the hard work has paid off. Maybe next year, I'll get the award again." In balloting by 74 sports journalists from the AP and its members, Ohtani received 48 votes. He previously won the award in 2023 and 2021, when he was with the Angels. "Growing up in Japan, I did follow Michael Jordan and Tiger Woods," he said. "I would see their accolades and how they were successful in the United States." The AP honor has been given out since 1931. Golfer Babe Didrikson won six times, the most by a man or woman. Swimmer Léon Marchand of France, who won four gold medals at the Paris Olympics, was second with 10 votes in balloting announced Monday. Golfer Scottie Scheffler, whose victories this year included the Masters and an Olympic gold medal, was third with nine. The AP Female Athlete of the Year will be announced Tuesday. Moving from the beleaguered Los Angeles Angels to the powerhouse Los Angeles Dodgers, Ohtani won his third Most Valuable Player award and first in the National League, led his new team to its eighth World Series championship and created Major League Baseball's 50/50 club by hitting 54 home runs and stealing 59 bases. Ohtani signed a then-record $700 million, 10-year contract with the Dodgers in December 2023. Already a two-way superstar, he embellished his reputation even further despite not pitching all season while he rehabilitated from a second major right elbow surgery he had in September 2023. Ohtani went wild on offense, making every at-bat a must-see moment. The 6-foot-4 designated hitter batted a career-high .310 while easily surpassing his previous career highs in home runs and stolen bases. In September, he reached the previously unheard of 50/50 mark in a performance for the ages. Against the Miami Marlins in Florida, Ohtani went 6 for 6 with three homers, 10 RBIs, two stolen bases and 17 total bases. "It wouldn't shock me if he went 60/60 and 20 wins a year from now," Brad Ausmus, who managed the Angels in 2019 during Ohtani's second season in Anaheim, said recently. "This guy is the greatest athlete to ever play the sport of baseball and there's not a close second." Ohtani said he knew the Dodgers' franchise record for most homers in a season was 49. His previous best was 46, set in 2021. "I kind of wanted to get over that bar," he said. "I was pleasantly surprised I was able to pass that record." Ohtani carried the Dodgers offensively during the regular season, and he stayed healthy until Game 2 of the World Series. He injured his left shoulder trying to steal second base against the New York Yankees and finished the Series playing hurt. He underwent surgery a few days after the Dodgers celebrated their championship in early November. "I don't have full range of motion yet, but it feels a lot better," he told the AP. "There's no pain. There's obviously still a little bit of tightness, but slowly but surely it's getting better." Ohtani recently received an updated rehab schedule, and he's focused on the near-term. "It's the small steps that I think are very important to get me to the ultimate goal, which is to just get back healthy," he said. Ohtani is also throwing in the 70 mph range, which is typical for pitchers early in the offseason. "I'm going to continue to ramp up slowly," he said. The Dodgers' rotation for next season is in flux, and Ohtani is waiting to see how it shakes out. "We may go with a five-man rotation with a bullpen (game), which is what we did a lot during this season or we may have a six-man rotation," he said. "But it's all about balancing out when we can get rest and recuperate. We'll see where that takes us along the playoff chase. I've got to obviously pace myself, but again that situation will guide us to how we get there." The Dodgers open the 2025 season in Japan, where Ohtani is even more closely watched. "My personal goal is to be fully healthy by the time the opening games do start," he said. "To be able to pitch and hit would be great, but the situation will kind of guide itself." Each time Ohtani comes to the plate or steps on the mound, there's great pressure and expectation for him to perform spectacular feats. "I just go out there and try to stay within myself," he said. "I can only control what I can control and that's where you trust your teammates. The guys behind me, you trust they're going to make the plays for you. I don't really try to overthink it." Ohtani generated big bucks for the Dodgers off the field, too. Fans traveled from Japan in droves to see him play around the U.S. At Dodger Stadium, they paid extra for tours of baseball's third-oldest venue narrated by Japanese-speaking guides and to be on the field during pre-game batting practice. A majority of the fans bought Ohtani-branded merchandise, especially his No. 17 jersey. Ohtani's presence also helped the Dodgers land a bevy of new Japanese sponsors. Because Ohtani prefers to speak Japanese and use an interpreter with the media, he is shrouded in a bit of mystique. Asked before his first postgame series if he was nervous, he dropped a one-word answer in English: "Nope," which drew laughter. Japanese-born Dodgers manager Dave Roberts observed Ohtani's behind-the-scenes interactions with his teammates, coaches and staff, and came away impressed. "I really do believe that as good of a ballplayer as he is, he's a much better person. He's very kind, considerate, he cares," Roberts told the AP. "I'm just proud of any fame or glory or award that he receives because he just does it in such a respectful and humble way." Ohtani relishes his privacy and rarely shares details about himself off the field. That's why his February announcement via Instagram that he had wed Mamiko Tanaka, a former basketball player, stunned his new teammates and the rest of the world. The following month, after the Dodgers arrived in South Korea to open the season, he was enveloped in scandal when his longtime interpreter and friend, Ippei Mizuhara, was fired by the Dodgers after being accused of using millions of dollars of Ohtani's money to place bets with an illegal bookmaker. His new teammates rallied around Ohtani, who was found to have no part in the wrongdoing, and publicly it didn't seem to affect him even if he was privately distressed by it. By June, the uproar had subsided. Mizuhara pleaded guilty to federal bank and tax fraud charges and admitted to stealing nearly $17 million from Ohtani. The public got a glimpse of Ohtani's softer side in August, when his dog Decoy delivered a first pitch to his owner on their shared bobblehead night. The Nederlandse Kooikerhondje exchanged an endearing high-five with Ohtani at the plate. As a result, Decoy became a celebrity in his own right, with his breed (pronounced COY-ker-HUND-che) making the list of the most mispronounced words of 2024. He and Ohtani were mentioned during the telecast of last month's National Dog Show, where the small Spaniel-type breed was among the competitors. "The number of the breed has kind of dwindled, so by him gaining a little bit of popularity hopefully that brings up the number of his breed," Ohtani said. "I do feel like we were able to, in a small way, contribute to the popularity of the dog and I'm sure Decoy himself would be happy about that." Ohtani will be looking to top himself next year while eyeing a repeat World Series title. "It's almost like right now you can lock in the Most Valuable Player in the National League award because no one has that ability or talent," Roberts said. "I'm just excited to see what '25 has for Shohei Ohtani." Be the first to know Get local news delivered to your inbox!China's Xi calls for end to mass killings after car ramming attack kills 35 people

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Maxey rallies the 76ers to a 111-106 victory over the Spurs after Embiid is ejectedWASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump has promised to as soon as he gets into office to make good on campaign promises aiming and redefining what it means to be American. But any efforts to halt the policy would face steep legal hurdles. Birthright citizenship means anyone born in the United States automatically becomes an American citizen. It's been in place for decades and applies to children born to someone in the country illegally or in the U.S. on a tourist or student visa who plans to return to their home country. It's not the practice of every country, and Trump and his supporters have argued that the system is being abused and that there should be tougher standards for becoming an American citizen. But others say this is a right enshrined in the 14th Amendment to the Constitution, it would be extremely difficult to overturn and even if it's possible, it's a bad idea. Here's a look at birthright citizenship, what Trump has said about it and the prospects for ending it: During an interview Sunday on Trump said he “absolutely” planned to halt birthright citizenship once in office. “We’re going to end that because it’s ridiculous,” he said. Trump and other opponents of birthright citizenship have argued that it creates an incentive for people to come to the U.S. illegally or take part in pregnant women enter the U.S. specifically to give birth so their children can have citizenship before returning to their home countries. “Simply crossing the border and having a child should not entitle anyone to citizenship,” said Eric Ruark, director of research for NumbersUSA, which argues for reducing immigration. The organization supports changes that would require at least one parent to be a permanent legal resident or a U.S. citizen for their children to automatically get citizenship. Others have argued that ending birthright citizenship would profoundly damage the country. “One of our big benefits is that people born here are citizens, are not an illegal underclass. There’s better assimilation and integration of immigrants and their children because of birthright citizenship,” said Alex Nowrasteh, vice president for economic and social policy studies at the pro-immigration Cato Institute. In 2019, the Migration Policy Institute estimated that 5.5 million children under age 18 lived with at least one parent in the country illegally in 2019, representing 7% of the U.S. child population. The vast majority of those children were U.S. citizens. The nonpartisan think tank said during Trump’s campaign for president in 2015 that the number of people in the country illegally would “balloon” if birthright citizenship were repealed, creating “a self-perpetuating class that would be excluded from social membership for generations.” In the aftermath of the Civil War, Congress ratified the 14th Amendment in July 1868. That amendment assured citizenship for all, including Black people. “All persons born or naturalized in the United States and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the State wherein they reside,” the 14th Amendment says. “No State shall make or enforce any law which shall abridge the privileges or immunities of citizens of the United States.” But the 14th Amendment didn't always translate to everyone being afforded birthright citizenship. For example, it wasn't until 1924 that Congress finally granted citizenship to all Native Americans born in the U.S. A key case in the history of birthright citizenship came in 1898, when the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that Wong Kim Ark, born in San Francisco to Chinese immigrants, was a U.S. citizen because he was born in the states. The federal government had tried to deny him reentry into the county after a trip abroad on grounds he wasn’t a citizen under the Chinese Exclusion Act. But some have argued that the 1898 case clearly applied to children born of parents who are both legal immigrants to America but that it's less clear whether it applies to children born to parents without legal status or, for example, who come for a short-term like a tourist visa. “That is the leading case on this. In fact, it’s the only case on this,” said Andrew Arthur, a fellow at the Center for Immigration Studies, which supports immigration restrictions. “It’s a lot more of an open legal question than most people think.” Some proponents of immigration restrictions have argued the words “subject to the jurisdiction thereof” in the 14th Amendment allows the U.S. to deny citizenship to babies born to those in the country illegally. Trump himself used that language in his 2023 announcement that he would aim to end birthright citizenship if reelected. Trump wasn't clear in his Sunday interview how he aims to end birthright citizenship. Asked how he could get around the 14th Amendment with an executive action, Trump said: “Well, we’re going to have to get it changed. We’ll maybe have to go back to the people. But we have to end it.” Pressed further on whether he'd use an executive order, Trump said “if we can, through executive action." He gave a lot more details in a . In it, he said he would issue an executive order the first day of his presidency, making it clear that federal agencies “require that at least one parent be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident for their future children to become automatic U.S. citizens.” Trump wrote that the executive order would make clear that children of people in the U.S. illegally “should not be issued passports, Social Security numbers, or be eligible for certain taxpayer funded welfare benefits.” This would almost certainly end up in litigation. Nowrasteh from the Cato Institute said the law is clear that birthright citizenship can’t be ended by executive order but that Trump may be inclined to take a shot anyway through the courts. “I don’t take his statements very seriously. He has been saying things like this for almost a decade," Nowrasteh said. "He didn’t do anything to further this agenda when he was president before. The law and judges are near uniformly opposed to his legal theory that the children of illegal immigrants born in the United States are not citizens." Trump could steer Congress to pass a law to end birthright citizenship but would still face a legal challenge that it violates the Constitution. Associated Press reporter Elliot Spagat in San Diego contributed to this report.

Find the daily horoscope of the 28th day of December 2024, and navigate your day accordingly. Aries (Mar 21-Apr 20): The tranquillity that you seek can be found on a journey packed with enjoyment with friends or family members. There is a possibility that you will meet someone at a party today who can provide you with valuable guidance to improve your financial situation. The members of your family will hold a unique and significant place in your life. Because your spouse is not in a good mood, perform any work with careful consideration. You should only act appropriately in the workplace today after you have gained knowledge of the circumstance. If there is no need for you to talk, then you should continue to be silent. If you speak something with force, you could get yourself into difficulty. The fact that you can solve issues in a short amount of time will garner your unique respect. There is a possibility that a neighbour, acquaintance, or relative could cause discord in a married couple's life. Taurus (Apr 21–May 20): At work, you might experience tension as a result of pressure from superiors, and at home, you might experience dissension, both of which will disrupt your attention at work. Throughout the day, the financial condition will continue to improve. Even though you might have to do something extra special for them, you should spend the remainder of your time with children regardless. You can have a conversation with your love partner right now if you choose to make them your life mate. You should, however, be aware of their emotions before engaging in conversation. You may experience mental tension when attempting to solve office problems if you do the work in a planned method to achieve satisfactory outcomes. There is a possibility that students born under this zodiac will have difficulty concentrating on their schoolwork today. 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It's possible that you'll have to make a significant choice at work. When you respond quickly and at the appropriate moment, you will place yourself ahead of other people. It is also possible that your coworkers will provide you with some helpful advice. Someone from your past might get in touch with you today, which would make today a day to remember. You will come to the realization that marriage is indeed a marriage made in heaven today. Scorpio (Oct 24-Nov 22): Having a high level of self-confidence and having an easy day at work today will provide you with a lot of time to relax. You will find that putting your creative abilities to good use will result in many positive outcomes. Participating in social activities will likely provide a favorable opportunity to become acquainted with influential and significant individuals. When people have different points of view, it can cause a split in their personal connections. At work, you will be praised for your efforts. The majority of today's time will be set up for activities such as shopping and other pursuits. Your spouse's concern with work may make you feel down. BY Dr. Sohini Sastri Sagittarius (Nov 23-Dec 21): For those born under the sign of the Virgo, today may prove to be a day filled with both positive and negative experiences. The office is going to have a very packed agenda planned for the day. You are going to be given increased responsibility for several duties. As a result of the relationship, you could have to deal with some minor issues. Even though the partner's mood fluctuations will cause more problems, you should try to avoid getting angry. Engage in conversation to find a solution to the issue, and be sure to look after your partner. When it comes to questions of finance, you need to exercise extreme caution in today's world. Develop your long-term financial objectives. Save some cash. It is not a good idea to spend a significant amount of money on luxury things. Concern yourself with your health. Spend time engaging in things that help you manage stress. Capricorn (Dec 22–Jan 21): You will be able to improve your mental capabilities by cultivating the attributes of strength and fearlessness. Maintaining this tempo will allow you to maintain control over any kind of situation. Individuals who are involved in the operation of a small-scale business may receive some guidance from a person who is close to them today, which is likely to result in financial gains for them. Your kid might deliver you some really exciting news. Disputes that have been going on for a long time should be resolved today because it might be too late tomorrow. If you appropriately direct your efforts, you will be rewarded with remarkable fulfilment. In this day and age, you have the opportunity to spend your spare time at a temple, gurudwara, or any other religious place, free from any unwanted problems. BY Dr. Sohini Sastri Aquarius (Jan 22-Feb 19): Remember to keep your patience, especially when dealing with challenging circumstances. Today is a good day for transactions involving real estate and finances. Your capacity to exert influence over other people will bring you a great deal of good fortune. You won't require the presence of anyone else in your life after you've found your soulmate. You are going to experience this to a great extent today. Make courageous choices and actions, and you will be rewarded with favourable outcomes. Sometimes, when you are using your mobile device, you fail to keep track of the time, and then you come to regret that you squandered your time. You will get the impression that your partner is more delicious than honey. Pisces (Feb 20-Mar 20): The exhaustion and stress you have been experiencing for a considerable amount of time will be alleviated for you. lifestyle adjustments are the best way to provide long-term relief from these issues, and now is the time to make such adjustments. It's possible that a piece of guidance from your father could bring you financial prosperity at work today. For certain individuals, the introduction of a new member into the family will bring about times of festive celebration and happiness. Your significant other may surprise you today by doing an extraordinary and stunning act. Changing jobs will provide you with a sense of mental fulfilment. You will get fresh information and facts by attending events such as seminars, exhibitions, and so on. When it comes to married life, warmth and hot food are vital, and you can enjoy both of these things today.( ) stock soared over 13% after quarterly earnings were announced after the close Monday. But ? Sales grew 29% to $94.3 million while the company reported a loss of 6 cents per share. Analysts expected $91 million in sales with a loss of 16 cents per share vs. a year-ago loss of 13 cents. Shares of C3.ai got a lift early November after election results triggered the Trump rally. The stock climbed to the 33.11 of a cup pattern and is now extended from a that went as high as 34.77. AI stock rose 2% Wednesday after earnings reports from software titan ( ) late Tuesday showed that the Dow Jones member , called Agentforce. Microsoft Partnership On Nov. 19, the announced that ( ) will extend its partnership and provide cloud computing services through Azure to the artificial intelligence company. AI stock soared 24.2%, it best day since May 30, 2023, when it rocketed 33.4%, according to Dow Jones Market Data. Microsoft and C3.ai entered into a partnership in 2018 to provide enterprise AI services to several companies. The enterprise software company has not been idle on the technology front, either. In late October, C3.ai won a patent for its AI Agent technology. Compared to copilots that assist and answer queries, AI agents can act and perform tasks on their own. July-quarter sales grew 21% to $87.2 million, above analyst estimates for $86.9 million, and well ahead of the company's own forecast for $82.5 million at the midpoint. C3.ai reported a loss of 5 cents per share, better than views for a 13-cent loss. Shares undercut the in July and fell further after fiscal first quarter results were announced Sept. 4. A rally in October helped the stock clear its and . However, shows that stock has not been able to sustain its rallies and has undercut several bases since February 2023. Relative Strength Improves For C3.ai Stock C3.ai has a of 93, a sharp increase from 49 four weeks ago. November's rally helped the stock outperform the S&P 500. The stock soared 51%, well above the S&P 500's 6% gain. Shift In Pricing Model Industry trends have worked in C3.ai's favor as well. The stock skyrocketed Feb. 1, when users successfully tapped OpenAI's ChatGPT artificial intelligence app to generate answers, texts, emails and even write books. The ChatGPT app reached 100 million monthly active users in two months, beating popular apps like TikTok and Instagram. OpenAI's app uses natural language to help users write emails, write code and find answers to daily questions. There are other considerations. In December 2022, C3.ai changed its pricing model from subscription to consumption-based pricing. The move brought the company in line with industry standards for software-as-a-service providers. The practice is common across 's ( ) Amazon Web Services, 's ( ) Google Cloud and Microsoft's Azure, as well as smaller players. Consumption pricing works like a utility bill. That is, the higher the consumption, the pricier the service. Since AI customers will benefit from having access to an AI enterprise platform with unlimited use and developer licenses, the switch to consumption pricing could drive revenue growth, but not immediately. C3.ai CEO Thomas Siebel has indicated the consumption-pricing model will also lower barriers to entry because companies do not have to be tied to long contracts. Is C3.ai Stock A Buy Now? Redwood City, Calif.-based C3.ai makes software applications equipped with artificial intelligence that can be configured for different purposes. The software can make networks more reliable by detecting fraud, balancing inventory and demand, solving supply-chain issues and increasing energy efficiency. It can also help defend against money laundering. The enterprise software stock popped on its first day of trading, Dec. 9, 2020. Shares leaped from their initial public offering price of 42 to finish at 92.49 that day. The stock is prone to drastic swings. On Nov. 20, 2023, C3.ai stock jumped more than 5% but reversed lower to close with a 4.3% loss when Sam Altman was ousted as chief executive from another artificial intelligence specialist, OpenAI. Altman quickly returned to OpenAI, but the news apparently triggered speculative trading as the market continued to search for leaders in the space. he lags at 40 due to the company's losses. Because shares are extended from the latest entry, the stock is not a buy now. To find the best stocks, check out and