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casi rules President IlhamAliyev has signed a law on amendments to the Law of the Republic ofAzerbaijan “On non-cash settlements”, reports. According to the law, the words “from 30,000 manats” should bereplaced with the words “from 2 percent of turnover (including VAT)of goods, works and services submitted in the previous calendarmonth” and the second sentence of the following content is added toArticle 3.3: “In the case stipulated in the first sentence of this Article,if 2 percent of the turnover of goods, works and services presentedin the previous calendar month (including VAT) is less than thirtythousand manat, for the calculations made during the calendar monthfor the total amount of more than thirty thousand manat, and 2percent of the turnover of goods, works and services provided inthe previous calendar month (including VAT) is more than fiftythousand manat, payments on settlements exceeding one thousandmanat shall be made only in non-cash procedure”. This law comes into force from January 1, 2025.Christopher Nolan's next film is based on 'The Odyssey'

CINCINNATI , Nov. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced that Stuart Aitken is stepping down as senior vice president, chief merchandising and marketing officer, to pursue other professional opportunities. Aitken will remain in his role at Kroger through December 31, 2024 . Mary Ellen Adcock , Kroger's senior vice president of operations, will succeed him as chief merchandising and marketing officer. " Mary Ellen is a respected leader both within Kroger and our industry," said Rodney McMullen , Kroger's chairman and CEO. "Her deep strategic experience in her past 25 years with Kroger in roles of increasing responsibility will continue to drive value for customers and growth for our business and associates." Continuing in their current roles as leaders of the company's operations are senior vice presidents of retail operations Valarie Jabbar and Kenny Kimball , who oversee Kroger operating divisions, and group vice president of retail operations Paula Kash , who leads enterprise retail operations, which includes asset protection, corporate food technology and e-commerce operations. They will now report to McMullen. "On behalf of the Kroger Board and management team, I want to thank Stuart for his work to evolve Kroger's brand while bringing exciting, innovating products to our shelves," said McMullen. "He played an instrumental role in overseeing dunnhumby's integration and establishing 84.51o. We wish Stuart and his family all the best as they embark on a new chapter." About Mary Ellen Adcock Adcock served as Kroger's senior vice president of operations since 2019. In this role, she leads strategic operations for the company's more than 2,700 stores across 35 states supporting more than 416,000 associates and serving 11 million customers every day. Adcock oversees customer experience, associate experience, asset protection, process change and productivity improvement initiatives and is responsible for maintaining the highest food safety and regulatory standards. As senior vice president of operations, Adcock has delivered more than $1 billion in annual operations savings for six consecutive years. This strategic focus on efficiency improvements provided Kroger the ability to reinvest those savings to consistently lower prices for customers and increase wages for associates. Adcock achieved this efficiency goal while also improving the customer and associate experience by developing Kroger's Full, Fresh & Friendly: Every Customer Every Time program. Adcock also played a lead role in operationalizing Zero Hunger | Zero Waste, Kroger's commitment to end hunger in the communities it serves and eliminate waste as a company. She led the organization in achieving 100% store participation in the company's surplus food rescue program for the first time. Adcock joined Kroger in 1999 in the company's manufacturing division, where she held a variety of leadership positions. In 2009, she was promoted to vice president of deli/bakery manufacturing, and in 2012, Adcock became vice president of natural foods. In 2014, she led merchandising and operations for the Columbus division. Adcock was promoted to group vice president of retail operations in 2016 and named as senior vice president of retail operations in 2019. In 2022, Adcock was a Top Women in Grocery Trailblazer. About Kroger At The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), we are dedicated to our Purpose: To Feed the Human SpiritTM. We are, across our family of companies nearly 420,000 associates who serve over 11 million customers daily through a seamless digital shopping experience and retail food stores under a variety of banner names , serving America through food inspiration and uplift, and creating #ZeroHungerZeroWaste communities. To learn more about us, visit our newsroom and investor relations site. View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/kroger-announces-chief-merchandising-and-marketing-officer-succession-302314616.html SOURCE The Kroger Co.New York uniformed police, angry at the mayor’s budget cuts, handed out “Welcome to Fear City” leaflets at the airports. Featuring a hooded skull, the flyers warned visitors to stay off the streets after 6 p.m. It urged them to not leave Manhattan and to avoid the subways altogether. Yet two years almost to the day after Saigon fell, an ambitious dance club opened on a shabby side street of Manhattan. Studio 54 became the world’s most famous disco. Then came the movie “Saturday Night Fever,” its score dominated by those rhythmic Bee Gees chart-toppers starting with “Stayin’ Alive.” Americans found joy under the spinning mirrored balls. To quote the name of Chic’s super disco hit, they wanted to “Dance, Dance, Dance.” We needed disco then. We need disco again — or something like it. The pandemic is over, and many of us are seeking escape from our toxic politics. What about disco set off the animal spirits? Discos enabled ordinary people to dance off their anxieties to a simple four-on-the-floor beat. The grayness outside got blocked out by flashy sequins and spandex — and in fantasy settings divorced from the grim realities. Disco replaced the dirty jeans and stoned-out pain of rock with groomed elegance. People again danced in couples. As Regine Zylberberg, owner of Regine’s, an elegant disco on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, bragged, “I am the one who saved the city from bankruptcy. I made it happy again.” But disco fever spread across the country, in big cities and small towns. Discos opened at airport Holiday Inns. Live entertainment, part of what’s now called the “experience economy,” is seeing double-digit growth, Bloomberg News reports. As evidence, it points to a packed nightclub in Manhattan called Somewhere Nowhere, where swing dancers have taken over the floor. Patrick Soluri, whose Prohibition Productions puts on swing nights, says revenue from his Jazz Age-themed events has more than doubled since 2019, and he is expanding beyond New York. The key to disco’s popularity was that the people were the show. They weren’t passively watching guitarists showing off their long solo riffs, one complaint against ’70s rock. More recently, hip hop presents the same drawback with artists commanding the spotlight. A communal culture that shares some similarities to disco is Western line dancing. Though around forever, line dancing got a boost from the 1980 film “Urban Cowboy.” It did for that genre some of what “Saturday Night Fever” did for disco. As with disco, line dancers are the show. And fashions also are attached — those fabulous cowboy boots and hats, jeans and denim skirts. And as with disco, Western line dancing now has its own clubs and events all over the country. Ironically, the digitalization of American life isn’t so much killing these experiences as exposing us to the joys of being there in person. No matter how terrific the video production, it can’t recreate the visceral thrill of dancing amid a celebratory crowd. Disco inspired a kind of second Jazz Age. And though its golden era is almost 50 years in the past, one can’t help but notice all those store windows now decked out for the holidays with sparkling disco balls. To this day, disco balls radiate fun and glamour and partying. Today, like then, we need a scene in which Americans can let loose, work off tensions, forget about Washington — and with a dance that anyone can do. Americans need to dance, dance, dance.

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(The Center Square) – The Biden administration on Monday instituted a new round of restrictions targeting the export of advanced semiconductor chips and manufacturing equipment to China. This move by the Commerce Department's Bureau of Industry and Security builds on previous measures aimed at curbing China's ability to develop cutting-edge technologies, particularly artificial intelligence and military applications. The new export controls place 140 manufacturers and investment companies on the Entity List, a U.S. compilation of "foreign individuals, companies, and organizations deemed a national security concern." "The United States has taken significant steps to protect our technology from being used by our adversaries in ways that threaten our national security," National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan said in a statement . The new controls will also block the sale of high-bandwidth memory, which is necessary for artificial intelligence. Semiconductors can be a strategic asset for AI systems, supercomputing, and other technologies for both civilian and military use. Sullivan continued, "As technology evolves, and our adversaries seek new ways to evade restrictions, we will continue to work with our allies and partners to proactively and aggressively safeguard our world-leading technologies and know-how so they aren't used to undermine our national security." According to a U.S. Government Accountability Office report, semiconductors, also known as computer chips, are typically smaller than a postage stamp and are composed of billions of components that can store, move and process data. More from this section Advanced semiconductors can be used for artificial intelligence, including in medical diagnosis and for military purposes, such as modeling nuclear explosions. The U.S. has been tightening down on the export controls on semiconductors to China since concerns over U.S. capacity to produce advanced semiconductors domestically when shortages began during the pandemic. This concern resulted in Congress enacting the CHIPS Act of 2022. Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian responded. "This type of behavior seriously violates the laws of market economy and the principle of fair competition, disrupts international economic and trade order, destabilizes global industrial and supply chains, and will eventually harm the interests of all countries," Jian said. Beijing intends to take firm, resolute measures to defend the interests of Chinese companies, he added. Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Export Administration Thea D. Rozman Kendler said, "The PRC's Military-Civil Fusion strategy presents a significant risk that advanced node semiconductors will be used in military applications that threaten the security of the United States, as well as the security of our allies and partners."Revanth's single-minded focus gets Lenskart for Telangana

(All times Eastern) Schedule subject to change and/or blackouts Wednesday, Dec. 25 COLLEGE BASKETBALL (MEN’S) 1:30 p.m. ESPNU — Diamond Head Classic: Loyola of Chicago vs. Murray St., Seventh-Place Game, Honolulu 3:30 p.m. ESPNU — Diamond Head Classic: Charleston vs. Charlotte, Fifth-Place Game, Honolulu 6:30 p.m. ESPN2 — Diamond Head Classic: Oakland vs. Hawaii, Third-Place Game, Honolulu 8:30 p.m. ESPN2 — Diamond Head Classic: Oregon St. vs. Nebraska, Championship, Honolulu NBA BASKETBALL Noon ABC — San Antonio at New York ESPN — San Antonio at New York 2:30 p.m. ABC — Minnesota at Dallas ESPN — Minnesota at Dallas 5 p.m. ABC — Philadelphia at Boston ESPN — Philadelphia at Boston 8 p.m. ABC — L.A. Lakers at Golden State ESPN — L.A. Lakers at Golden State 10:30 p.m. ABC — Denver at Phoenix ESPN — Denver at Phoenix NFL FOOTBALL 1 p.m. NETFLIX — Kansas City at Pittsburgh 4:30 p.m. NETFLIX — Baltimore at Houston The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive TV listings provided by LiveSportsOnTV . Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.Top Case Studies on Generative AI for ResearchersJason Kelce to host new ESPN late-night show filmed in Philadelphia

Grimsby Town Football Club’s Vice-Chair, Jason Stockwood will step back from the club's board after being announced as the Labour Party’s candidate for the new role of Greater Lincolnshire Mayor earlier today. In a statement, the club said: "Grimsby Town Football Club’s Vice-Chair, Jason Stockwood, has today won the nomination to be the Labour Party’s candidate for the new role of Greater Lincolnshire Mayor. "As a result of the nomination, Jason will step back from the board of Grimsby Town FC until the outcome of the May 2025 election. "We can confirm that Jason’s investment in Grimsby Town Football Club will remain unchanged and Chair, Andrew Pettit, will now manage 1878 Partners Ltd investment in the meantime." The tech entrepreneur is aiming to bring back a sense of "solidarity, community and hope" should he be victorious in the May polls for the newly-formed mayoral combined authority. On the annoucement, he said: "I am so honoured to be given this opportunity to stand as Labour's candidate and I am more determined than ever to fight this election," said Mr Stockwood. Reflecting on his upbringing, he added: "I grew up in Grimsby, raised by my single mother on a council estate in the 1970s and 80s. We relied heavily on the support of the welfare state and the strong community around us. Keep up to date with all the latest breaking news and top stories from Grimsby with our free newsletter "I owe much of my success to growing up in a time when state and community support was solid. This foundation allowed me to build a rewarding career as a technology entrepreneur. "Despite my career's demands, I never lost sight of where I came from. In recent years, I have focused my time and resources on rebuilding institutions in my hometown. I want to bring back a sense of solidarity, community, and hope. "My experience, network, and unique journey, from a council estate to global boardrooms, put me in a strong position to help Lincolnshire navigate the challenges our area faces and seize the many opportunities I believe we have." The Conservative party reportedly has a shortlist of candidates that includes former MPs Karl McCartney, Matt Warman, and Ben Bradley. No other parties have yet announced their selected candidate.Stock market today: S&P 500 clinches another record as tech continues to shineTD Upgraded as Jefferies Names Canadian Lender as Top Pick for 2025"Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. 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Quis autem vel eum iure reprehenderit qui in ea voluptate velit esse quam nihil molestiae consequatur, vel illum qui dolorem eum fugiat quo voluptas nulla pariatur?" 1914 translation by H. Rackham "But I must explain to you how all this mistaken idea of denouncing pleasure and praising pain was born and I will give you a complete account of the system, and expound the actual teachings of the great explorer of the truth, the master-builder of human happiness. No one rejects, dislikes, or avoids pleasure itself, because it is pleasure, but because those who do not know how to pursue pleasure rationally encounter consequences that are extremely painful. Nor again is there anyone who loves or pursues or desires to obtain pain of itself, because it is pain, but because occasionally circumstances occur in which toil and pain can procure him some great pleasure. To take a trivial example, which of us ever undertakes laborious physical exercise, except to obtain some advantage from it? But who has any right to find fault with a man who chooses to enjoy a pleasure that has no annoying consequences, or one who avoids a pain that produces no resultant pleasure?" 1914 translation by H. Rackham "But I must explain to you how all this mistaken idea of denouncing pleasure and praising pain was born and I will give you a complete account of the system, and expound the actual teachings of the great explorer of the truth, the master-builder of human happiness. No one rejects, dislikes, or avoids pleasure itself, because it is pleasure, but because those who do not know how to pursue pleasure rationally encounter consequences that are extremely painful. Nor again is there anyone who loves or pursues or desires to obtain pain of itself, because it is pain, but because occasionally circumstances occur in which toil and pain can procure him some great pleasure. To take a trivial example, which of us ever undertakes laborious physical exercise, except to obtain some advantage from it? But who has any right to find fault with a man who chooses to enjoy a pleasure that has no annoying consequences, or one who avoids a pain that produces no resultant pleasure?" To keep reading, please log in to your account, create a free account, or simply fill out the form below.

Quick Links The design and historical development of the G-IV Exploring the low-wing and T-tail aircraft Advanced Avionics Flight performance Interior's luxury and comfort Variants for multiple purposes In March 1983, Gulfstream and Grumman started working on the Gulfstream IV, which made its first flight on September 19, 1985. The G-IV is a spacious jet offering space for meetings, dining, and relaxation. It also has a fully equipped galley and an enclosed lavatory, enhancing the onboard experience. The jet is equipped with advanced avionics and safety systems, ensuring reliability and safe and timely arrivals. It is a trusted choice for those needing to fly in challenging conditions. The Gulfstream IV aircraft is an excellent example of such features. It can carry a maximum of 19 passengers and offers a cross-Atlantic flying range of 4,220 NM (4,856 mi, 7,815 km) to travel from New York to Rome or from Miami to Seattle. It also has a competitive Mach 0.88 (505 knots, 581 MPH, 935 km/h) speed. Aircraft Model Max Speed (Mach) Range (nautical miles) Max Passengers Gulfstream IV 0.88 4,350 19 Bombardier Global 5000 0.89 5,200 16 Dassault Falcon 7X 0.90 5,950 16 Dassault Falcon 900 0.87 4,750 19 The design and historical development of the G-IV Gulfstream Aerospace, a General Dynamics subsidiary headquartered in Savannah, Georgia, built the G-IV for 33 years until 2018, more than its Gulfstream III, which was built for 7 years from 1979 until 1986. The GIV was originally developed from the GIII, with over 900 jets built. Based on aerodynamic improvements and wing redesign. The FAA certification was granted on April 22, 1987. Aircraft Model Manufacturer Production Start Production End Gulfstream IV Gulfstream Aerospace 1985 2018 Gulfstream III Gulfstream Aerospace 1979 1986 Hawker 800 Hawker Beechcraft 1983 2013 Gulfstream G550 Gulfstream Aerospace 2003 2022 Dassault Falcon 900 Dassault Aviation 1984 In Production Bombardier Global 5000 Bombardier Aerospace 1999 In Production Dassault Falcon 7X Dassault Aviation 2005 In Production In June 1987, the GIV set 22 world records for flying west worldwide in about 45 hours. The following year, it set another 11 world records. In the early 1990s, a flight crew set 35 international speed and distance records for around-the-world flights. The Sukhoi Design Bureau in the Soviet Union collaborated on the GIV fast corporate jet, which incorporated advanced collision avoidance features and could significantly reduce the flying time from California to New York to under three hours. Exploring the low-wing and T-tail aircraft The Gulfstream IV, a reliable and adaptable aircraft, has become a long-range private jet travel, setting new standards for luxury and performance. For over three decades, it has been favored by businesses, governments, and celebrities for its exceptional comfort on long-haul journeys. Advanced Avionics The advanced GIV models feature revolutionized, upgraded cockpit and flight deck instrumentation avionics suites, according to Guardian Jet . Honeywell EFIS glass cockpits provide multiple primary flight and multi-function display units. The Honeywell Mark V enhanced ground proximity warning system (EGPWS) is a Class A terrain awareness and warning system TAWS designed for digitally equipped aircraft. System Manufacturer Model Avionics Honeywell Six-Tube EFIS Cockpit Voice Recorder Fairchild A100A CVR Communications (VHF) Collins VHF 422D Emergency Locator Transmitter Artex C406-2 ELT Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System (EGPWS) Honeywell Mark V EGPWS Flight Data Recorder L3 Communications F1000 FDR High-Frequency Communications Rockwell Collins 728U-2 HF Transceivers Weather Radar Honeywell Primus 870 The Collins Aerospace VHF-422D provides a multichannel VHF voice transceiver with AM voice communications controlled by a serial digital signal from the Radio Tuning Unit. The Artex C406-2 transmits on the three main emergency frequencies and automatically activates during a serious incident. It also transmits an encoded digital message to the Cospas/Sarsat satellite system, allowing rapid identification and reducing Search and Rescue response time. Flight performance The GIV is powered by two Rolls-Royce Tay 611-8 turbofan engines, introduced in 1984, with a thrust of 13,850 lbs (6160 Newton). The Tay 650 had a new HP turbine incorporating new technology, including a new combustor for improved durability. Tay engines are also used on several aircraft, including the Fokker 70, Fokker 100, and later Boeing 727-100s. Feature G-IV Initial Rate of Climb 4000 ft/min (1219 m/min) Max Cruising Speed Mach 0.85 (652 MPH, 1050 km/h) Fuel Consumption 479.07 Gallons/hour (1813 liter/h) Maximum Altitude 45,000 feet Range with Max Payload 3633 NM (4181 MPH, 6732 km/h) Range with 8 Passengers 4220 NM (4856 MPH, 7815 km/h) This offered a maximum take-off weight between 73,200 lb (33,203 kg) and 74,600 lb (33,838 kg). Interior's luxury and comfort The Gulfstream IV is a versatile aircraft suitable for group and executive journeys, accommodating up to 19 passengers. It features a four-place club seating arrangement, a conference table, a spacious afterward cabin stateroom with dual divans, and a private mid-to-aft cabin area with a pocket door. Among the cabin entertainment options are the Pacific Systems Cabin Management System, sidewall monitors, and bulkhead monitors. The forward galley offers ample counter space, dual ice drawers, a high-temperature oven, a microwave, a chiller compartment, and electrical outlets for removable equipment. The afterward cabin area offers a comfortable and private space for individual or group relaxation. It includes a spacious aft lavatory, well-equipped forward galley, crew lavatory, crew jumpseat, and an in-flight accessible baggage bay. Dimension Specification Cabin Height 6.1 feet (186 cm) Cabin Width 7.3 feet (223 cm) Cabin Length 45 feet 1 inch (13.8 meters) Variants for multiple purposes The Gulfstream G450 is an upgraded version of the GIV, featuring a 12 inch longer fuselage and modern technology. It received certification in 2004 and entered service in 2005. The G450 has 169 cubic feet of internal baggage space and can hold up to 12 suitcases. Its spacious cabin can sleep 6 passengers, with some models featuring a premium interior that allows passengers to adjust lighting, temperature, flight information, and call an attendant to their specific seat. The G350 is a cost-effective and efficient aircraft that caters to transcontinental travelers, with a reduced fuel capacity and offering less range than the G450. It shares with the G450 the same physical dimensions, flight control systems, engines, and space in the cabin and baggage area. ''Although the Gulfstream G350 doesn’t have the extended range of the G450, it’s still an incredibly comfortable transcontinental jet and a strong performer in the heavy jet category,'' said Bryan Moss, former president of Gulfstream. The Special Performance IV-SP offered higher payload and landing weights and improved range performance. The special mission SRA-4, designed for military roles like maritime patrol and electronic surveillance, is also offered as the C-20G freighter for priority cargo transport, accommodating 26 passengers or three freight pallets. The C-20 , also known as the "Grey Ghost," is a GIV-SP model used by the World Air Force for command/executive transport. There is high competition among private jet makers, and the market is getting bigger and bigger every day. Therefore, we have seen great small and medium-sized birds in the last few years. Gulfstream Corporation ranks as one of the top companies on the list. The private jet manufacturer has been releasing many masterpieces, not only because of the highly luxurious experience, but also because of the performance of its aircraft. These companies have extensive manufacturing histories.

What's New The MAGA universe has been riven by an ongoing online debate over the H-1B visa program in the U.S. Supporters of President-elect Donald Trump have taken aim, in particular, at Vivek Ramaswamy , the one-time GOP presidential hopeful and incoming co-chief of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The Context Ramaswamy drew backlash from Trump and self-declared MAGA voters on Thursday when he voiced his support for bringing "highly skilled" workers from other countries, including his native India, into the U.S. via the H-1B program, which focuses on foreign workers in specialized occupations. "The reason top tech companies often hire foreign-born & first-generation engineers over 'native' Americans isn't because of an innate American IQ deficit (a lazy & wrong explanation)," he wrote on X , formerly Twitter , on Thursday. "A key part of it comes down to the c-word: culture. Tough questions demand tough answers & if we're really serious about fixing the problem, we have to confront the TRUTH: Our American culture has venerated mediocrity over excellence for way too long (at least since the 90s and likely longer). That doesn't start in college, it starts YOUNG." He added: "A culture that celebrates the prom queen over the math olympiad champ, or the jock over the valedictorian, will not produce the best engineers ... If you grow up aspiring to normalcy, normalcy is what you will achieve." Ramaswamy went on to say he hopes "our culture fully wakes up. A culture that once again prioritizes achievement over normalcy; excellence over mediocrity; nerdiness over conformity; hard work over laziness." What To Know Ramaswamy's lengthy social media screed drew immediate blowback from Trump supporters who back the president-elect's hardline immigration stance, as well as some more unlikely critics. Among those was former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley , who cast herself as a moderate Republican when she launched a primary campaign against Trump in the 2024 presidential cycle. Haley didn't mince words when responding to Ramaswamy's X post on Thursday, writing : "There is nothing wrong with American workers or American culture. All you have to do is look at the border and see how many want what we have. We should be investing and prioritizing in Americans, not foreign workers." There is nothing wrong with American workers or American culture. All you have to do is look at the border and see how many want what we have. We should be investing and prioritizing in Americans, not foreign workers. https://t.co/fIGr45C3LD Mike Cernovich, a longtime right-wing media personality and provocateur, also chimed in. "The Woodstock generation managed to build out aerospace, the one before went to the moon, America was doing great," he wrote in a reply to Ramaswamy. "Underlying your post is that we were all living in squalor until being rescued by H-1B's. Then why did everyone want to come here?" Ramaswamy responded: "That version of America, the one that used to embody unbridled exceptionalism, is exactly what we want to return to. That's a point about culture, not immigration policy." Others on the right have also voiced support for restricting foreign workers from entering the country. "Why would America recruit foreign talent rather than recruit own on talent right here at home?" the prominent right-wing influencer Jack Posobiec wrote on X Tuesday. "Imagine how many more JD Vance s are out there." What People Are Saying Laura Loomer, far-right firebrand and staunch Trump loyalist, went on a racist tirade about H-1B policies after Trump tapped Sriram Krishnan as White House senior policy adviser for AI: ". @VivekGRamaswamy knows that the Great Replacement is real. So does @JDVance . It's not racist against Indians to want the original MAGA policies I voted for. I voted for a reduction in H1B visas. Not an extension." Billionaire Mark Cuban wrote in response to Ramaswamy's post: "How do you feel about people who say 'college is over rated ?' In order to have more homegrown engineers, don't we need more kids going to college ?" What Comes Next Many immigrants have voiced concerns about the second Trump administration and whether the president-elect will try to restrict H-1B visa program like he did at the end of his first term. Trump, as well as many of his anti-immigration allies, have previously said they would work to make cuts to the program. Newsweek reached out to the Trump transition for comment.One day, when actor and comedian Rosie O'Donnell was in her 50s, her body ached and her arms felt sore, but she pushed through the pain, not realizing she was having a massive heart attack. She had surgery to put in a stent that saved her life. Shortly after her 2012 heart attack, O'Donnell shared her experience on her blog. During her 2015 television standup special, she spoke about how the experience changed her life. The segment included a heart attack acronym the comedian coined: HEPPP (hot, exhausted, pain, pale, puke). O'Donnell's candidness about her heart attack helped spread awareness about how it can present differently in women. She's one of countless celebrities over the years who have opened up about their health conditions, including breast cancer, HIV, depression, heart disease and stroke. When celebrities reveal and discuss their health issues, the impact can be far-reaching. It not only helps to educate the public, but it also can reduce stigma and inspire others. People are also reading... 2 Statesville men face murder charges in 2011 shooting death of Joey Brewer Iredell County deputies charge 7 people in drug trafficking investigation Woman charged with stabbing car dealership employee on test drive in Mooresville 3 men face arson charges in Statesville house fire that severely burned woman Iredell-Statesville Schools OK $3.3 million in stadium upgrades at Lake Norman High School See balloons light up Statesville Park and Soccer Complex on Saturday Hear the songs, see Santa at Sunday's Statesville Christmas Parade Statesville wrestler reaches milestone; Carolina Panthers honor Mooresville standout HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL ROUNDUP: Steinhour, Lake Norman topple 4A state runner-up New Hanover Quilts of Valor presented to 5 veterans at Charles Mack Citizen Center H&W Drug, owned by Haupt family for nearly 100 years, closes in Newton Families prepare for mass deportations: 'A sad and painful time' How to carve a turkey like a pro Raleigh writer: NC can go bigger on regulatory reform New school chairman rules 2 fellow board members out of order in Iredell "Health disclosures by celebrities do matter, and we know this from decades of research across a lot of different health conditions and public figures," said Dr. Jessica Gall Myrick, a professor of health communication at Pennsylvania State University in University Park. "They absolutely do influence people." Some of the earliest celebrity health disclosures happened in the 1970s and 1980s with U.S. presidents and first ladies. When first lady Betty Ford was diagnosed with breast cancer just weeks after Gerald Ford became president in 1974, she spoke openly about her diagnosis, inviting photographers into the White House and helping make talk of cancer less taboo. In 1987, first lady Nancy Reagan used her breast cancer diagnosis as a chance to advocate for women to get mammograms. Her disclosure came two years after President Ronald Reagan's colon cancer diagnosis, about which the couple was equally as vocal. "Individuals throughout the country have been calling cancer physicians and information services in record numbers," the Los Angeles Times reported after Nancy Reagan's widely publicized surgery. The public showed a similar interest years earlier following Betty Ford's mastectomy. Another major milestone in celebrity health disclosures came in 1991, when 32-year-old NBA superstar Earvin "Magic" Johnson revealed he had tested positive for HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. "Life is going to go on for me, and I'm going to be a happy man," Johnson assured fans during a news conference. He immediately retired, only to return to the Los Angeles Lakers in 1996. His disclosure, along with his work as an advocate for safe sex, helped shatter stigmas around HIV and AIDS. Calls to testing centers increased significantly in the days and weeks after Johnson's announcement. "That celebrity disclosure really helped people see there was a wider susceptibly to HIV," Gall Myrick said. "People were more likely to say, 'I need to think about my own risks.' It was very powerful." When it comes to heart and stroke health, President Dwight Eisenhower helped make heart attacks less frightening and mysterious. During a news conference in 1955, millions of Americans learned from the president's doctors about his heart condition, his treatment, and concrete steps they could take to reduce their own heart attack risk. Other notable figures have shared their health experiences over the years. Soap opera legend Susan Lucci , who was diagnosed with heart disease in 2018, has advocated for women's heart health. Basketball great Kareem Abdul Jabbar talks about his irregular heartbeat, known as atrial fibrillation, and advocates for regular health screenings. Lawyer, author and television personality Star Jones continues to speak about heart disease risk after having lifesaving heart surgery in 2010. Longtime TV and radio personality Dick Clark brought stroke and aphasia into the national spotlight when he returned to hosting "New Year's Rockin' Eve" in Times Square just a year after his 2004 stroke and continued until his death in 2012. And actor and comedian Jamie Foxx recently revealed he had a stroke last year. "Celebrity disclosures represent teachable moments," said Dr. Seth M. Noar, director of the Communicating for Health Impact Lab at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill. "Searches for different health conditions often spike in the wake of these types of announcements. They cause people to think about these health issues, learn more about them, and in some cases change their behaviors." Celebrities have also highlighted the importance of CPR and the use of an automated external defibrillator, or AED, to restore a person's heartbeat if they experience cardiac arrest. Interest in CPR and AEDs spiked in 2023 after Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin went into cardiac arrest during an NFL game broadcast on national TV. Views of the American Heart Association's hands-only CPR pages jumped more than 600% in the days following Hamlin's cardiac arrest. Three months later, around 3 million people had watched the AHA's CPR video. Family members of celebrities who have died from a heart issue have also spread awareness. After actor John Ritter died of an undiagnosed aortic dissection in 2003, his wife, actor Amy Yasbeck, started the Ritter Foundation to raise awareness about the condition and help others avoid a misdiagnosis. A literature review published in Systematic Reviews in 2017 found that people are conditioned to react positively to celebrity advice. Research also has found that people often follow advice from celebrities who match how they perceive – or how they want to perceive – themselves. The most effective celebrity disclosures are frequently the ones that tell a compelling story and include clear steps people can take to apply lessons the celebrity learned to their own health situation, Gall Myrick said. "People are more likely to take action when they feel confident and capable." Research has shown that celebrity disclosures often impact calls to hotlines and page views on health-related websites, and they can spark behavioral and even policy changes. Anecdotally, Gall Myrick said, people ask their doctor more questions about health conditions and request medical screenings. Celebrities can have a big impact because people tend to have parasocial relationships with them, Gall Myrick said. These are one-sided relationships in which a person feels an emotional connection with another person, often a celebrity. People may feel as if they know the basketball player they've watched on the court for years, or the Hollywood actor they've followed, she said. They want to comfort them after a health disclosure. Social media has only increased this feeling of familiarity, as celebrities regularly share mundane – but fascinating – details of their daily lives, like what they eat for breakfast, their favorite socks, or the meditation they do before bed. "We spend a lifetime being exposed to celebrities through the media, and over time, you get to know these public figures," Gall Myrick said. "Some feel like friendships." A study published in the journal Science Communication in 2020 compared reactions to actor Tom Hanks, who had COVID-19 early in the pandemic, and an average person with COVID-19. Researchers found that participants identified more with Hanks when it came to estimating their own susceptibility to COVID-19. The participants also felt more emotional about the virus that causes COVID-19 when thinking about it in relation to Hanks versus an average person. When a celebrity reveals a health condition, it's a surprise that may feel personal, especially if they are well-liked and the health issue is dramatic and sudden. "We feel like we know them, and the emotional response is what can then push people out of their routine," Gall Myrick said. Noar said a celebrity health story is often a more interesting and powerful way to learn about a health condition than just the facts, which can feel overwhelming. People are drawn to the slew of media coverage that typically follows a celebrity disclosure, he said. "Some of these high-visibility public figures' stories are now woven into some of these illnesses," Noar said. For example, Angelina Jolie is often linked to the BRCA1 gene mutation after the actor shared she had a preventive double mastectomy because of her elevated breast cancer risk and had her ovaries and fallopian tubes removed because of her increased risk for ovarian cancer. "It's a narrative, a story that humanizes the condition in a way that very informational communication really doesn't," Noar said. "People remember it, and it can potentially be a touch point." After a disclosure, patients may bring up a celebrity's story during a doctor's appointment and connect it to their own care. Today's multiplatform digital culture only amplifies celebrity messages. "You're seeing everyday people react to these events, and that can have a ripple effect too," Gall Myrick said. "We know from research that seeing messages more than once can be impactful. Often it's not just one billboard or one commercial that impacts behavior; it's the drip drip drip over time." Still, there's a cautionary tale to be told around the impact of celebrity health news, especially if the celebrity has died. An unclear cause of death may lead to speculation. Gall Myrick said that guesswork could potentially end up hurting rather than helping if patients were to act on misinformation or a lack of information. "Maybe the death was atypical or it needs more context," she said. "That's where advocacy groups and public health organizations come in. They need to be prepared for announcements or disclosures about celebrity deaths, and to fill in some of those gaps." American Heart Association News covers heart and brain health. Not all views expressed in this story reflect the official position of the American Heart Association. Copyright is owned or held by the American Heart Association, Inc., and all rights are reserved. Sign up here to get the latest health & fitness updates in your inbox every week!The Atlanta Falcons drafting of Michael Penix Jr. just six weeks after signing Kirk Cousins to a $180 million contract doesn't seem like that much of a head-scratcher anymore. Penix, the eighth overall pick in this year's draft, was supposed to serve as Cousins' understudy for a year or two, a plan that was scuttled when Cousins quickly lost the zip and accuracy on his passes and his grip on the starting job. It was hard to argue with making the change after Cousins had nine picks and one touchdown pass in his last five starts — but it was a daring move nonetheless with the Falcons trailing first-place Tampa Bay by a single game with three weeks left. Penix made the move pay off with a solid first NFL start in the Falcons' 34-7 rout of the New York Giants on Sunday that bolstered Atlanta's playoff hopes , and the Falcons (8-7) moved back into first place in the NFC South with the Buccaneers' loss at Dallas on Sunday night. The left-hander was not at all overwhelmed by the moment, completing 18 of 27 passes for 202 yards — numbers that would’ve been better if not for at least three dropped passes, one of which Kyle Pitts bobbled right into the hands of a New York defender for Penix’s lone interception. “He went out and played almost flawless football,” coach Raheem Morris said. Cousins will almost certainly be looking for his fourth team in 2025. If the Falcons cut ties as expected, they'll have paid Cousins $90 million for 14 games. Cousins' career earnings are about $321 million and his record is 84-77-2, including a 1-3 mark in the playoffs and 7-7 this season. In the spirit of expedited judgments, let's take a gander at how other quarterbacks have fared with their new teams in 2024. The Pittsburgh Steelers landed the biggest bargain of the season in Wilson, whom they signed for the veteran's minimum of $1.21 million, leaving his former team, the Denver Broncos, on the hook for the remaining $37.79 million of his 2024 salary. Wilson's calf injury in camp forced the Steelers to start Justin Fields, who went 4-2 before Mike Tomlin made the risky switch to Wilson, who's gone 6-3 with 15 TD throws and four interceptions. With the Steelers (10-5) playoff-bound, Wilson will make his first postseason appearance since 2020. The only question is whether it'll be at home as AFC North champ or on the road as a wild-card. They're tied with the Ravens atop the division but currently own the tiebreaker. This was expected to be a rebuilding year in Minnesota after the Vikings lost Cousins in free agency. They signed Darnold, the third overall pick in 2018, to a $10 million, one-year contract and drafted national champion J.J. McCarthy with the 10th overall pick. McCarthy tore the meniscus in his right knee during the preseason opener and has undergone two surgeries, opening the way for Darnold's breakthrough season. Darnold brought a 21-35 career record with him to Minneapolis and all he's done is go 13-2 while setting career highs with 32 touchdown passes, 3,776 passing yards and a 67.2% completion percentage. The Vikings are tied with the Lions atop the packed NFC North and the division crown could come down to Minnesota's season finale at Detroit on Jan. 5. The Las Vegas Raiders signed Minshew to a two-year, $25 million contract and he beat out incumbent Aidan O'Connell for the starting gig. But he only went 2-7 and sustained a season-ending broken collarbone in a Week 12 loss to the Broncos, opening the door for O'Connell (1-4) to return. The Raiders' 19-14 win over Jacksonville on Sunday snapped a 10-game skid but might have taken them out of the Shedeur Sanders sweepstakes. They are 3-12, a game behind the Giants (2-13), who jettisoned QB Daniel Jones less than two years after signing him to a four-year, $160 million contract and have gone with Drew Lock and Tommy DeVito instead. The Chicago Bears had high hopes after drafting Williams with the No. 1 overall pick, but it might turn out that the second QB taken — Washington's Jayden Daniels — is better than the first as was the case last year when C.J. Stroud outperformed Carolina's Bryce Young. Williams has a terrific TD-to-INT ratio of 19-5, but the Bears are 4-11 and have lost nine in a row. Their last win came way back on Oct. 13 against Jacksonville. The 2023 Heisman Trophy winner out of LSU has led the Washington Commanders (10-5) to the cusp of their first playoff appearance since 2020. His bolstered his Rookie of the Year credentials with a five-TD performance Sunday in leading the Commanders to a 36-33 win over the Philadelphia Eagles. For the year, Daniels has 22 TD throws and eight interceptions. The former Auburn and Oregon star hasn't looked much like a rookie after starting an NCAA QB record 61 times in college. The Broncos (9-6) could snap an eight-year playoff drought with a win Sunday at Cincinnati thanks to Nix's steady play , Sean Payton's exhaustive guidance and Denver's traditionally stingy defense. Nix was drafted 12th overall after the Broncos released Wilson despite a a whopping $85 million dead money charge on top of the $37.79 million they're paying Wilson to play for Pittsburgh this year. With 22 TDs and 11 interceptions, Nix has almost matched Russell's win total (11-19) in his two seasons in Denver. AP Sports Writer Paul Newberry in Atlanta contributed to this report. Behind the Call analyzes the biggest topics in the NFL during the season. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl

Nearly half of US teens are online 'constantly,' Pew report findsNEW ORLEANS (AP) — New Orleans tight end Taysom Hill is likely to miss the rest of the season after injuring his knee in the Saints' loss to the Los Angeles Rams. “It looks like an ACL tear,” interim coach Darren Rizzi said Monday. “He’ll probably get a second opinion, but it looks like it will be season-ending.” Hill, who is listed at tight end but plays a variety of roles, was carted off the field after taking a hard hit to his left knee while converting a fourth down on a direct snap in the Saints’ 21-14 loss Sunday to the Rams. The injury came one game after he'd posted a career-best 138 yards rushing and scored three touchdowns in a victory over Cleveland. He also has lined up at quarterback and running back, as well as playing special teams. “It means everybody else has to step up,” Rizzi said. “He fills so many roles, so there are going to be a lot of different guys that have to be a part of the solution there. It’s hard to sit here and tell you we are going to replace Taysom. You can’t. He’s a phenomenal person, player, leader and captain. It’s a big loss." Hill is the third key offensive player the Saints have lost. He joins leading wide receivers Chris Olave, who suffered a concussion in Week 9 and has not played since, and Rashid Shaheed, who is out for the year after tearing a meniscus in Week 7. Rizzi said guard Nick Saldiveri also might miss the remaining five games after injuring his left knee in the fourth quarter one series before Hill. Without Hill, though, the Saints’ quest to get back in the NFC South race became even tougher. At 4-8, they trail Atlanta and Tampa Bay by two games. Hill has 99 catches, 437 carries, 302 passes, 44 touchdowns, 19 tackles and one blocked kick in seven years with the Saints. “I don’t know if I can compare Taysom to anybody else that I’ve ever coached,” Rizzi said. “There’s not a guy that comes to mind that has been able to do all the different things he’s been able to do just in one game, forget about his career." Alvin Kamara had his third 100-yard rushing game of the year and is 106 yards away from the first 1,000-yard season of his eight-year career. He needs only 39 more yards to set a career high. His 206 carries are the third most in his career. Los Angeles averaged 5.4 yards per carry, finishing with 156 yards. Rams running back Kyren Williams said they knew at halftime they would win if they stuck to the ground game, and he carried seven times on the opening series of the third quarter as they took the lead. The Saints have allowed 5.1 yards per carry for the season — tied for last with the New York Giants. Signed in late October after Shaheed’s season-ending surgery, Marquez Valdes-Scantling has become Derek Carr’s go-to receiver for big plays. His 28-yard touchdown catch in the fourth quarter was the Saints’ longest gain of the day and his fourth score in the past three games. Tight end Foster Moreau, a reliable performer all year, could not handle Rams outside linebacker Jared Verse on the Saints’ final offensive snap, allowing him to hit Carr as he released a pass on fourth-and-3 from the Los Angeles 9 with New Orleans trailing by 7. Although the news was bad for Hill and Saldiveri, Rizzi said he expected starting center Erik McCoy to play Sunday against the Giants. McCoy was scratched against the Rams after aggravating a groin injury two weeks earlier versus Cleveland in his first game back since missing seven in a row. Rizzi said oft-injured running back Kendre Miller, who has played in two games this year, might return from a hamstring injury Sunday. 2 — The number of sacks for the Saints, not enough to keep Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford from finding his rhythm in the second half. In the Rams’ last five losses, he has been sacked 20 times. In their last five wins, he has been sacked three times. With their NFC South hopes on life support, the Saints travel to face the reeling Giants, who have lost seven in a row. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl

Use of AI tools in healthcare has been accelerating, with growing trust in results produced and delivered by such tools. RAMP, one such tool already in action at UVA Health, focuses on delivering actionable, verifiable and explainable machine learning, integrating it as a decision support tool into clinical workflow to improve insights into patient health trends and facilitate faster delivery of necessary care, improving patient outcomes. AI-driven predictive analytics models use complex real-time and historical patient data to provide healthcare professionals with actionable insights, and to alert care teams if the patient is in need of immediate attention. Valentina Baljak is a senior data scientist at UVA Health. She holds a doctorate in information science and technology, applied machine learning. UVA Health created and uses RAMP today. Baljak and two of her colleagues will discuss AI, RAMP and much more at HIMSS25 in March in Las Vegas in their session entitled "Real-Time Analytics Monitoring Platform: Usable AI in Action." We spoke with Baljak to get an understanding of what she and her colleagues will be talking about in the session and what HIMSS25 attendees can hope to take away from their talk. Q. What is the primary theme you will address in your session and why is it relevant to healthcare and health IT today? A. With the recent emergence of generative AI models , this topic is getting more traction in the healthcare field. In this work, we are focusing on clinical decision-making support tools in real time. Artificial intelligence isn't a new term. At UVA Health we have been developing real-time predictive systems for several years now, and one of the biggest lessons we have learned is that the shape AI should take is the one that addresses your needs the best. Clinicians won't get behind tools they can't explain. Building trust in our models and tools meant close collaboration at every step, right from Day One. We want to provide a blueprint on how to build a system that works in your environment, and to raise awareness to the importance of transparency, accountability and explainability of your models. This is especially important in the medical setting, with real-time predictions that can have a significant impact on patient outcomes. Q. You will be focusing sharply on AI. How is it being used in healthcare in the context of your session's focus? A. The key aspect of RAMP is real-time data collection from the EHR and other data sources. The ability to write results back to patient records in an EHR and alert care teams in real time makes RAMP a crucial tool in the clinical setting. Technologies used here are fairly established and all open source. Python provides a solid basis for our ML development, back-end connectivity and data processing. Connections to various data sources are built with FiHR, REST API and custom HL7. The website is built with Angular. As our latest major expansion, we are building a new predictive model on top of our largest real-time data stream, built with Kafka to collect all vitals and EKG waveforms from bedside monitors. Q. Attendees will come to your session looking to bring knowledge home. What is one takeaway they can expect? A. AI is a fundamental part of modern healthcare, taking different shapes depending on the need. Selecting the right AI approach is crucial, given the high stakes. If you have in-house expertise and resources, then developing a custom AI system is a powerful alternative to vendor-provided black-box systems. Valentina Baljak's session, "Real-Time Analytics Monitoring Platform: Usable AI in Action," is scheduled for Tuesday, March 4, at 12:45 p.m. at HIMSS25 in Las Vegas .

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