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EXCLUSIVE Atticus Baldwin on the changes he hopes to see in Hollywood Daniel Baldwin's son, Atticus, spoke to DailyMail.com about acting with autism The actor and advocate has joined the cast of viral animated series God's Gang He dished on what the industry can improve upon to make sets more accessible By JANE HERZ FOR DAILYMAIL.COM Published: 16:54 EST, 27 December 2024 | Updated: 16:54 EST, 27 December 2024 e-mail View comments Atticus Baldwin, Daniel Baldwin's son, has opened up about the changes that he wants to see in Hollywood for those who also have autism - and what the industry can improve upon to make sets more accessible. Atticus, 28, is an actor and autism advocate who recently joined the cast of viral animated YouTube series, God's Gang, through the series’ new partnership Autism in Entertainment - an organization with a purpose of increasing employment opportunities for autistic talent in the entertainment industry. The series features four superheroes representing four different major world religions – Islam, Hinduism, Judaism, and Christianity - and Atticus will star in new episodes that will roll out in 2025. But aside from voice acting, Atticus is also a stage and television star with many different talents. He played the role of Zachary in the Tubi series The Wright Turn in 2022, which followed a divorced mother-of-two as she ran her own PR firm. With his experience in the industry so far - and growing up around famous family members, including his father, Daniel - Atticus has a few ideas on what kind of changes should be made in Hollywood to accommodate a more neurodiverse group of actors, like himself. Atticus Baldwin, Daniel Baldwin's son, has opened up about the changes that he wants to see in Hollywood for those who also have autism He also spoke to DailyMail.com about what the industry can improve upon to make sets more accessible Atticus, seen here with his mom Isabela Hoffman and dad Daniel, said, 'Most autistic artists that I know need some sort of support' 'Most autistic artists that I know need some sort of support,' Atticus told DailyMail.com exclusively. 'I definitely need that,' he continued. 'What that support is depends on the person. Clarity is important, if we don't understand certain things, it's important to clarify.' Atticus explained that oftentimes, he has trouble understanding people when they talk over each other, or when 'everyone is talking at once.' He prefers when people talk one at a time, as it makes things easier to comprehend. 'Some autistic artists are super sensitive to noise... Maybe providing a place where the artists could have some quiet space, like a room where someone could go take a break with them, that'd be good,' the actor told DailyMail.com. Atticus also suggested having fidget spinner toys handy on sets for autistic artists. 'It's something that autistic people use if they can't keep their hands still,' he explained. 'But because everyone's different, the best thing to do would be to find out each person's needs beforehand, if possible,' he continued. Growing up, Atticus was also surrounded by plenty of actors, as his dad, Daniel - whose brother is Alec Baldwin - starred in many shows and movies. He's seen in 1998 'Most autistic artists that I know need some sort of support,' Atticus told DailyMail.com exclusively 'There is a saying, if you've met or already know one autistic person, you've really only met or know one autistic person. 'We're all wired a little differently... but being heard and being seen matters.' Growing up, Atticus was surrounded by plenty of actors, as his dad, Daniel - whose brother is Alec Baldwin - starred in many shows and movies. He is perhaps most well known for playing Detective Beau Felton in the NBC TV series Homicide: Life on the Street. Atticus is also related to Hailey Bieber, who is the daughter of his uncle Stephen Baldwin. He revealed that he hasn't met his new cousin, Jack Blues Bieber, quite yet, but he plans to in the future. Atticus is already following in the footsteps of his famous family members, and is excited to debut his acting talents on God's Gang. 'I love the characters and the animation and their message of love kindness and unity and acceptance,' Atticus said of the series. Atticus is also related to Hailey Bieber, who is the daughter of his uncle Stephen Baldwin (center) - but hasn't met his new cousin, Jack Blues Bieber, quite yet, but plans to in the future He teased that his character is 'based off of a famous celebrity who has an explosive temper' - but couldn't say much more than that as to not spoil anything for viewers. The 28-year-old is just getting started, too. He has high hopes for the future, which includes being an actor and a screenwriter on his two favorite children's shows, Sesame Street and Thomas & Friends. The actor told DailyMail.com that Thomas & Friends was actually the show that helped him learn how to speak when he was young. 'Sesame Street and Thomas & Friends are two of my favorite shows of all time, and in my opinion, they're two of the greatest TV shows ever created in the history of mankind,' Atticus said. 'And who knows, maybe, in addition to them, as well as shows like Arthur and Reading Rainbow, maybe God's Game will also follow as a really good show.' YouTube Share or comment on this article: Atticus Baldwin on the changes he hopes to see in Hollywood e-mail Add commentSportswatch Daily Listings

Some 83 Ipswich households are living in temporary accommodation, including 72 children, according to newly-released government figures. The figures which cover the earlier part of the year show that 27 households were in bed and breakfast accommodation, including nine with children. However, only one household with children stayed in bed and breakfast accommodation for more than six weeks. There also were not any households from the town in nightly paid privately-managed accommodation or any in temporary accommodation in other local authorities. Only two households that Ipswich Borough Council had a duty to help house did not have any accommodation found for them. Fifty households including 21 with children were staying in hostels, while five households were staying temporarily in local authority or housing association stock including three with children. There are 1.4 households in temporary accommodation in Ipswich per 1,000 - below the figure for England as a whole of 5.08 and London, where it is 18.85. Rushmere Labour borough councillor Alasdair Ross, Ipswich Borough Council's portfolio holder on housing, said: "Ipswich Borough Council have made helping families who have been made homeless as a top priority, we are also working with many families to help them find homes however we know that in Ipswich we will still require temporary accommodation and we are always looking to secure suitable accommodation to help Ipswich families." Borough councillor Alasdair Ross (Image: Lucy Taylor) Nelleke van Helfteren from Citizens Advice Ipswich said: "Households finding themselves homeless face a lot of issues as well as not having a secure roof over their head. "There are eligibility criteria for being accepted on to a housing application list which many households cannot meet. "Accessing housing in the private sector comes with large deposits, high rents, the need for a reference, and often guarantors. Many of our clients cannot access these. "If a tenant has been evicted from their previous accommodation, it is often difficult to be accepted by the council for help with housing."Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info The film industry is in mourning after the death of Charles Shyer, the celebrated director behind 'Father of the Bride', who has died aged 83. Sharing their sorrow with Variety, his four children released a touching statement: "It's with an indescribably heavy heart that we share the news of our beloved father, Charles Shyer's passing." They proceeded to commemorate his life and work by saying: "His loss leaves an unfillable hole in our lives, but his legacy lives on through his children and the five decades of wonderful work he's left behind." In reverence, they added, "We honour the extraordinary life he led and know there will never be another quite like him." Throughout his career, Shyer gave us cinematic treasures such as 'Baby Boom' and 'Irreconcilable Differences', and also penned iconic films like 'Private Benjamin' and 'The Parent Trap'. Fans took to social media to pay their respects, express their sorrow, and recall their fond memories of his work. A Twitter user expressed: "I'm so sad about the passing of Charles Shyer, responsible for some of my all-time favourite comedies (romantic or not). I spoke to him two years ago, and he was as funny and flinty and forward-thinking as you'd expect the director of BABY BOOM to be," reports the Mirror . Another fan reminisced: "Charles Shyer not only directed some of the best American comedies of the 80s and 90s - he also invented Mr. Napkin Head as seen in Nancy Meyers' The Holiday." Nancy Meyers, who shared vows with Charles from 1980 to 1999 and shares two children with him, including filmmaker Hallie Meyers-Shyer, opened up about the origins of a particularly iconic scene. Taking to Instagram a couple of months back, Nancy delved into the backstory of the Mr. Napkin Head scene, revealing: "Actually, it was originally at our kitchen table. My ex-husband used to do this for our kids. It seems he cut it from his movie, but I had no idea. Write what you know!"

The Food and Drug Administration is on the cusp of deciding whether to ban a controversial bright cherry-red dye used in drinks and snacks but that has been linked to cancer in animals. Food safety advocates for years have pressured the agency to ban the dye used in bubble gum, candy and fruit cocktails, contending it would be safer to use natural coloring derived from plants such as beets and red cabbage. The FDA maintains the additive approved for permanent use more than 50 years ago is safe for humans to consume, but the regulatory agency’s decision nonetheless arrives at a pivotal time for the food industry. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to lead the nation’s health department, along with social media influencers and lawmakers from both parties are increasingly scrutinizing the chemicals and ingredients found in food and drinks. The decision on red dye No. 3 is more than three decades in the making. In 1990, the FDA forbade the use of the color additive in cosmetics, like lipstick and blush, because studies showed high doses could cause cancer in rats. The agency at the time said it would “take steps” to eliminate the artificial dye in food and other products, while a top FDA official recently said there is no evidence that ingesting the coloring causes cancer in humans. “There is a systems-level failure at the federal level that allows unsafe chemicals to linger in our food supply for, in this case, decades,” said Thomas Galligan, the principal scientist for food additives and supplements at the nonprofit Center for Science in the Public Interest, which led a 2022 petition asking the agency to formally remove the dye from the list of approved color additives in foods. The International Association of Color Manufacturers, which represents the color additives industry, stands behind the dye. The group maintains red dye No. 3 is “safe for its intended uses” and argues pulling the dye from products would lead to higher costs for consumers, Sarah Codrea, the trade group’s executive director, said in a statement. The FDA expects to make an announcement probably in the “next few weeks,” Jim Jones, the agency’s deputy commissioner for human foods, told senators earlier this month. If the timing holds, it could set up a decision before a vote on Kennedy’s confirmation, which is expected early next year, and whom Trump has pledged to let “go wild on the food.” Kennedy has been fiercely critical of artificial food dyes, and scientists have long debated the safety of such additives. Opponents of red dye No. 3 — also known as erythrosine or FD&C Red No. 3 — argue it should be banned since it is only added to enhance the color of food and serves no nutritional purpose. Some prominent consumer advocacy groups insist there is enough evidence to show food dyes may cause some harm to children, arguing that some studies have connected artificial dyes, including red dye No. 3, to negative behavioral problems. They point to a 2021 review performed by the California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment, which concluded the consumption of some food dyes can result in hyperactivity and other neurobehavioral problems in some children, though sensitivity varies. But the FDA contends a definitive link has not been established. “The totality of scientific evidence shows that these color additives in food — when used at approved levels — are safe for all consumers,” the FDA said in a statement to The Washington Post. The agency approves the use of color additives, and in 1969, it permanently listed red dye No. 3 for use in food. But the color additive had only been allowed temporarily in cosmetics, which made it easier to pull the dye from cosmetics and topical creams in 1990. At the time, federal officials made clear the decision was based less on scientific evidence but instead on a federal law called the Delaney Clause, which prohibits additives found to cause cancer in humans or animals at any dose. Louis W. Sullivan, who was serving as Health and Human Services secretary, “all but apologized for banning the dye from certain uses,” The Post reported. The agency then declared its intent to ban the dye in food, but it never followed through. When a substance is shown to cause cancer in animals, food safety advocates say it is presumed to cause cancer in humans. But red dye No. 3 has posed a conundrum for the FDA, with Jones saying the issue has “challenged” the agency for many years. “You have a scenario where although there may be cancer evidence in animals, there is also evidence that it is not harmful to humans,” Jones said at a hearing before the Senate health committee earlier this month. But food safety advocates argue the FDA has no choice. “The law is very clear,” said Melanie Benesh, a vice president of the nonprofit Environmental Working Group, which signed on to the petition asking the FDA to revoke the dye’s approved uses. If there’s any evidence of cancer in animals or humans, “the FDA is required to ban it,” she said. “It’s just simply not allowed in food.” Absent federal action, at least one state has moved to ban the dye on its own. Last year, California passed a law prohibiting food from being sold in the state if it contains red dye No. 3, brominated vegetable oil and other additives. Companies have until 2027 to reformulate their food and drinks or stop selling the products. Even before the California law goes into effect, some prominent manufacturers have started removing the dye from popular items, such as Peeps candy and PediaSure nutritional shakes made by Abbott. “They can see the writing on the wall,” said Jensen Jose, who serves as regulatory counsel at the Center for Science in the Public Interest. Other dyes have faced public pushback, such as red dye No. 40, a widely used dye found in some popular breakfast cereals that has a different chemical composition from red dye No. 3. The FDA is facing pressure to crack down on red dye No. 3 from both Republican and Democratic lawmakers. Sen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Ala., quizzed agency officials on the dye during the Senate health committee hearing. Rep. Frank Pallone Jr. of New Jersey — the top Democrat on the House Energy and Commerce Committee — said he was frightened the dye remains in food commonly found on store shelves. “There is simply no reason for this chemical to be in our food except to entice and mislead consumers by changing the color of their food so it looks more appealing,” Pallone wrote this month in a letter to FDA Commissioner Robert M. Califf. “Reliable scientific evidence exists for FDA to ban this chemical.” Food safety advocates have said it takes far too long for the FDA to reassess chemicals in food. In response to the criticism, agency officials say they recently finalized a massive reorganization creating a new Human Foods Program, which includes an office dedicated to reviewing chemicals found in food. Testifying before Congress, Califf pleaded for more money for the agency he’ll oversee for one more month before the second Trump administration begins. “We have repeatedly asked for better funding for chemical safety,” Califf told lawmakers this month. “Please look at our request for funding.”

South Korean law enforcement officials have requested a court warrant to detain impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol. They are investigating whether his short-lived martial law decree earlier this month amounted to rebellion. The Corruption Investigation Office for High-Ranking Officials, which is leading a joint investigation with police and military authorities into the power grab that lasted only a few hours, confirmed it requested the warrant on Monday. Investigators plan to question Mr Yoon on charges of abuse of authority and orchestrating a rebellion. Mr Yoon has dodged several requests by the joint investigation team and public prosecutors to appear for questioning and has also blocked searches of his offices. It is not clear whether the court will grant the warrant or whether Mr Yoon can be compelled to appear for questioning. Under the country’s laws, locations potentially linked to military secrets cannot be seized or searched without the consent of the person in charge and it is unlikely Mr Yoon will voluntarily leave his residence if he faces detainment. Mr Yoon’s presidential powers were suspended after the National Assembly voted to impeach him on December 14 over his imposition of martial law that lasted only hours but has triggered weeks of political turmoil, halted high-level diplomacy and rattled financial markets. His fate lies with the Constitutional Court, which has begun deliberations on whether to uphold the impeachment and formally remove Mr Yoon from office or reinstate him. Mr Yoon has defended the martial law decree as a necessary act of governance, describing it as a warning against the liberal opposition Democratic Party, which has been bogging down his agenda with its majority in the parliament. Parliament voted last week to also impeach Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, who had assumed the role of acting president after Mr Yoon’s powers were suspended, over his reluctance to fill three Constitutional Court vacancies ahead of the court’s review of Mr Yoon’s case. The country’s new interim leader is Deputy Prime Minister Choi Sang-mok, who is also finance minister. We do not moderate comments, but we expect readers to adhere to certain rules in the interests of open and accountable debate.Humanoid robots poised to transform China's innovation landscape

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Some tech industry leaders are pushing the incoming Trump administration to increase visas for highly skilled workers from other nations. Related Articles National Politics | Trump threat to immigrant health care tempered by economic hopes National Politics | In states that ban abortion, social safety net programs often fail families National Politics | Court rules Georgia lawmakers can subpoena Fani Willis for information related to her Trump case National Politics | New 2025 laws hit hot topics from AI in movies to rapid-fire guns National Politics | Trump has pressed for voting changes. GOP majorities in Congress will try to make that happen The heart of the argument is, for America to remain competitive, the country needs to expand the number of skilled visas it gives out. The previous Trump administration did not increase the skilled visa program, instead clamping down on visas for students and educated workers, increasing denial rates. Not everyone in corporate America thinks the skilled worker program is great. Former workers at IT company Cognizant recently won a federal class-action lawsuit that said the company favored Indian employees over Americans from 2013 to 2022. A Bloomberg investigation found Cognizant, and other similar outsourcing companies, mainly used its skilled work visas for lower-level positions. Workers alleged Cognizant preferred Indian workers because they could be paid less and were more willing to accept inconvenient or less-favorable assignments. Question: Should the U.S. increase immigration levels for highly skilled workers? Economists Caroline Freund, UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy YES: Innovation is our superpower and it relies on people. Sourcing talent from 8 billion people in the world instead of 330 million here makes sense. Nearly half our Fortune 500 companies were founded by immigrants or their children. Growing them also relies on expanding our skilled workforce. The cap on skilled-worker visas has hardly changed since the computer age started. With AI on the horizon, attracting and building talent is more important than ever. Kelly Cunningham, San Diego Institute for Economic Research YES: After years of openly allowing millions of undocumented entrants into the country, why is there controversy over legally increasing somewhat the number having desirable skills? Undocumented immigration significantly impacts lower skill level jobs and wages competing with domestic workers at every skill level. Why should special cases be made against those having higher skills? Could they just not walk across the border anyway, why make it more inconvenient to those with desirable skills? James Hamilton, UC San Diego YES: Knowledge and technology are key drivers of the U.S. economy. Students come from all over the world to learn at U.S. universities, and their spending contributed $50 billion to U.S. exports last year. Technological advantage is what keeps us ahead of the rest of the world. Highly skilled immigrants contribute much more in taxes than they receive in public benefits. The skills immigrants bring to America can make us all better off. Norm Miller, University of San Diego YES: According to Forbes, the majority of billion-dollar startups were founded by foreigners. I’ve interviewed dozens of data analysts and programmers from Berkeley, UCSD, USD and a few other schools and 75% of them are foreign. There simply are not enough American graduates to fill the AI and data mining related jobs now exploding in the U.S. If we wish to remain a competitive economy, we need highly skilled and bright immigrants to come here and stay. David Ely, San Diego State University YES: Being able to employ highly skilled workers from a larger pool of candidates would strengthen the competitiveness of U.S. companies by increasing their capacity to perform research and innovate. This would boost the country’s economic output. Skilled workers from other nations that cannot remain in the U.S. will find jobs working for foreign rivals. The demand for H-1B visas far exceeds the current cap of 85,000, demonstrating a need to modify this program. Executives Phil Blair, Manpower YES: Every country needs skilled workers, at all levels, to grow its economy. We should take advantage of the opportunity these workers provide our employers who need these skills. It should be blended into our immigration policies allowing for both short and long term visas. Gary London, London Moeder Advisors YES: San Diego is a premiere example of how highly skilled workers from around the globe enrich a community and its regional economy. Of course Visa levels need to be increased. But let’s go further. Tie visas and immigration with a provision that those who are admitted and educated at a U.S. university be incentivized, or even required, to be employed in the U.S. in exchange for their admittance. Bob Rauch, R.A. Rauch & Associates NO: While attracting high-skilled immigrants can fill critical gaps in sectors like technology, health care and advanced manufacturing, increasing high-skilled immigration could displace American workers and drive down wages in certain industries. There are already many qualified American workers available for some of these jobs. We should balance the need for specialized skills with the impact on the domestic workforce. I believe we can begin to increase the number of visas after a careful review of abuse. Austin Neudecker, Weave Growth YES: We should expand skilled visas to drive innovation and economic growth. Individuals who perform high-skilled work in labor-restricted industries or graduate from respected colleges with relevant degrees should be prioritized for naturalization. We depend on immigration for GDP growth, tax revenue, research, and so much more. Despite the abhorrent rhetoric and curtailing of visas in the first term, I hope the incoming administration can be persuaded to enact positive changes to a clearly flawed system. Chris Van Gorder, Scripps Health YES: But it should be based upon need, not politics. There are several industries that have or could have skilled workforce shortages, especially if the next administration tightens immigration as promised and expected. Over the years, there have been nursing shortages that have been met partially by trained and skilled nurses from other countries. The physician shortage is expected to get worse in the years to come. So, this visa program may very well be needed. Jamie Moraga, Franklin Revere NO: While skilled immigration could boost our economy and competitiveness, the U.S. should prioritize developing our domestic workforce. Hiring foreign nationals in sensitive industries or government-related work, especially in advanced technology or defense, raises security concerns. A balanced approach could involve targeted increases in non-sensitive high-demand fields coupled with investment in domestic STEM education and training programs. This could address immediate needs while strengthening the long-term STEM capabilities of the American workforce. Not participating this week: Alan Gin, University of San DiegoHaney Hong, San Diego County Taxpayers AssociationRay Major, economist Have an idea for an Econometer question? Email me at phillip.molnar@sduniontribune.com . Follow me on Threads: @phillip020

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Ancient Native Americans Had Mysterious Use for Lethally Toxic FishWASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump has named billionaire investment banker Warren Stephens as his envoy to Britain, a prestigious posting for the Republican donor whose contributions this year included $2 million to a Trump-backing super PAC. Trump, in a post on his Truth Social site Monday evening, announced he was selecting Stephens to be the U.S. ambassador to the Court of Saint James. The Senate is required to confirm the choice. “Warren has always dreamed of serving the United States full time. I am thrilled that he will now have that opportunity as the top Diplomat, representing the U.S.A. to one of America’s most cherished and beloved Allies,” Trump said in in his post. Stephens is the chairman, president and CEO of Little Rock, Arkansas-based financial services firm Stephens Inc., having taken over the firm from his father. Trump has already named many of his nominees for his Cabinet and high-profile diplomatic posts, assembling a roster of staunch loyalists. Over the weekend, Trump announced he intends to nominate real estate developer Charles Kushner , father of Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner, to serve as ambassador to France. During his first term, Trump selected Robert “Woody” Johnson, a contributor to his campaign and the owner of the New York Jets football team, as his representative to the United Kingdom. The Associated Press

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Southern California quarterback Miller Moss is entering the transfer portal after losing the Trojans’ starting job last month. Moss made his announcement on social media Monday. Moss started ’ bowl victory last season and their first nine games this season before coach Lincoln Riley replaced him with Jayden Maiava in early November. “Being a USC Trojan was a lifelong dream of mine,” Moss wrote. “Putting on the cardinal and gold and competing on behalf of my teammates and school is something I will forever take pride in. I poured everything I have into this — body, heart, mind and soul — and am humbled by and proud of what my teammates and I accomplished.” Moss, who was born in Los Angeles and went to high school in the San Fernando Valley, signed with USC before Riley arrived at the school. Moss also stayed with the Trojans after Caleb Williams transferred from Oklahoma to rejoin Riley, and he served as Williams’ backup for two seasons before getting his chance to play with six touchdown passes in last year’s Holiday Bowl. Moss completed 64.4% of his passes this season for 2,555 yards with 18 touchdowns and nine interceptions. After a spectacular 378-yard performance to beat LSU in the Trojans’ season opener, Moss didn’t play poorly as a starter, but he also wasn’t a difference-maker while USC stumbled to a 4-5 record. Moss threw seven interceptions in his final five starts before losing the job to Maiava. The Trojans went 1-4 in that stretch under Moss, who plays as a more traditional pocket passer while Maiava has the mobility usually favored for quarterbacks in Riley’s spread offense. “Looking towards the future, I’m unwaveringly committed to becoming an even better quarterback and leader, and to achieving this at the next level,” Moss wrote. Moss has already graduated from USC, putting him in the portal as a graduate student. USC (6-6) is headed to a lower-tier bowl game again to finish this season, its third under Riley. ___ AP college football: andHarry and Meghan ‘have not lived up’ to their lofty image of themselves, German documentary will showSportswatch Daily Listings

New year, new generation. Babies born in 2025 will be the first of a new peer group — Generation Beta. Gen Beta, which will last until around 2039, follows Gen Alpha, which spanned from 2010 to 2024. Before that it was Gen Z, which ran from 1996 to 2010, and Gen Y, or millennials, who were born from 1981 through 1996. The new generation of kids “will inherit a world grappling with major societal challenges,” social researcher and futurist Mark McCrindle — who coined the term “Generation Alpha” — wrote in a blog post . “With climate change, global population shifts, and rapid urbanization at the forefront, sustainability will not just be a preference but an expectation,” McCrindle wrote. McCrindle also said that by 2035, Gen Beta will make up 16% of the world’s population and live in a world powered by artificial intelligence. “Generation Beta will live in an era where AI and automation are fully embedded in everyday life—from education and workplaces to healthcare and entertainment,” he explained. McCrindle also predicted that parents of Gen Betas — who are mainly Gen Zers — may take a different approach to social media use than their predecessors. “While many millennial parents used social media to document their children’s lives, Generation Z know more about both the positives and challenges that come with social media use from a young age,” he said. “Gen Z parents are more likely to strongly agree that limiting their child’s screen time is a high priority for them.” Generational researcher Jason Dorsey pointed out that Gen Betas will be born in a post-pandemic world, which they will learn about in history class. “It’ll be something that maybe older siblings went through, certainly something they learn about in history, but not something that is necessarily a contemporary event,” he told NBC News . When Gen Betas are old enough to vote, Gen X, or those born from 1965 to 1980, will be the demographic in power and hot-button issues will be topics such as worsening climate change. “We will likely have Gen Z as elected officials when Gen Beta is old enough to vote,” Dorsey added. “Climate change will continue to be a really big deal for them.”Union members held a celebration for a new building for future builders in East Moline Friday morning. The Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council held a ribbon cutting in honor of the grand opening of its new Quad-Cities campus. The 55,000 square foot building at 408 Carpenter Court in East Moline will be home to both the Associated General Contractors of the Quad Cities and the Millwright Contractors Associates. The Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council had a big day on Friday, Nov. 22, when it celebrated the grand opening of its new 55,000 square foot training facility at 408 Carpenter Court in East Moline. Phil Davidson, director of communications for MACRC, said the new building is outfitted with classrooms, to allow for both classroom work and ongoing training in the field. For the millwrights, it offers more floor space and updated technology to allow them to work on the newest machines available, to help prepare students for the real world. Each of the two unions had previous buildings they were using, but outgrew them due to increased recruitment. During a welcome ceremony Friday, MACRC Executive Secretary-Treasurer Kevin McLaughlin spoke about the importance of the moment and the building. People are also reading... He became an apprentice in 1984 and worked his way up over the last 40 years. It was an honor to open the new building, he said to the crowd. "The fact that we have this many people that we have here today is a testament to the value and impact that this new training center will have on our unique partners and millwrights, as well as our Quad-Cities region as a whole," he said. "We've always said that the Mid-American Carpenters Regional Councils are positive for communities, and this partnership with East Moline is a perfect example of that." That partnership was a point East Moline Mayor Reggie Freeman hit on during his own speech. When the city was first approached about the idea of building a new facility, he said, the first thing he looked for was the opportunity to work with business partners, bring new jobs to the area and work toward economic development. Freeman said in high school he had dreams of being a carpenter himself, but ultimately followed a different path. Still, the profession is needed and developing those skills in East Moline strengthens both the job market and the economy as a whole. "You're looking at a profession now that's going to get you somewhere. You're looking at a profession now that brings continuity to the people in the Quad-Cities area, and around this area," he said to the crowd. "Not only do we have economic development here, we're bringing other things here. When all the students arrive in East Moline, they're staying in our city, they're spending money in our city and the communities around around us." Speaking from the state perspective, state Sen. Mike Halpin said Illinois a place where labor is valued, and the creation of the new building proves that. There are more than 350 apprentices enrolled across the two programs, showing a strong value and dedication in the labor force. "This building is the end result of a vision many years in the making, and I think by far the most important thing is that this center ... is of the members, by the members and for the members," he said. "You guys built this yourself the same way that you built the industry here in the Quad-Cities, throughout the State of Illinois and throughout the nation." Halpin said the building was a symbol of the path to the middle class, the path to workers being able to support their families, the path a comfortable living and a retirement that can be spent comfortably and with dignity. "That's all in part because of the collective nature of what we do for the brothers and sisters in the labor movement, providing for each other, negotiating ways and working conditions that are going to benefit you, and in exchange, you are giving the contractors a great product with higher quality work, faster completion times and the skills you can bring," he said. Local 46, union represented prison employees in East Moline, demand safer workplace conditions from IDOC. 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Christian Dvorak, Joel Armia, Brendan Gallagher and Alex Newhook also scored to help the Canadiens win for the fifth time in six games. Sam Montembeault made 21 saves. Nikita Kucherov and Brandon Hagel scored for Tampa Bay. Jonas Johansson stopped 31 shots. Newhook opened the scoring on a one-timer midway through the first period. Hagel tied it 37 seconds into the second period, but Dvorak and Evans scored 5:54 apart in the period for a two-goal Montreal lead they would not relinquish. SABRES 4, BLUES 2 ST. LOUIS (AP) — Jason Zucker scored a tiebreaking power-play goal with 9:30 remaining and Buffalo notched their third straight victory by beating St. Louis. Jiri Kulich extended Buffalo’s lead with a breakaway goal that went between Blues goalie Jordan Binnington’s legs with 3:41 to play. Tage Thompson had a goal and an assist against his former team as the Sabres won in St. Louis for just the second time in 12 years to sweep the season series. Zucker had a goal and an assist, and Jack Quinn had two assists for Buffalo. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen stopped 35 shots. Brayden Schenn and Nathan Walker scored for the Blues. Binnington had 12 saves. Buffalo scored on two of its first three shots, including its first of the game. DUCKS 5, OILERS 3 ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Ryan Strome scored with 2:36 remaining as Anaheim rallied from a two-goal deficit in the second period to defeat Edmonton. Strome’s goal, his sixth of the season, originally wasn’t called, but it was reversed after a review. Strome’s shot was entirely over the goal line before Edmonton goalie Calvin Pickard could stop it with his skate. Mason McTavish added an empty-net goal. It is the first time since March 30, 2019, the Ducks have defeated the Oilers by more than one goal. Cutter Gauthier, McTavish and Robby Fabbri each had a goal and an assist. Drew Helleson also scored for Anaheim, which snapped a seven-game losing streak to Edmonton. Lukas Dostal made 20 saves. Leon Draisaitl had two goals and Connor McDavid two assists for the Oilers, who were 3-0-1 in their past four. Evan Bouchard also tallied a goal and Pickard stopped 27 shots. RED WINGS 4, CAPITALS 2 DETROIT (AP) — Patrick Kane reached the 1,300-point mark and Todd McLellan won for the first time as Detroit’s coach in their victory over Washington. Kane, who needed two points to reach that mark, had a power-play goal and assist during Detroit’s four-goal first period. Alex DeBrincat scored two goals and Lucas Raymond added another as the Red Wings snapped a four-game losing streak. Alex Lyon made 26 saves. McLellan replaced Derek Lalonde prior to Friday’s loss to Toronto . Alex Ovechkin scored for the second consecutive game after missing the previous 16 due to a fractured fibula . The Capitals star forward is 25 goals shy of passing Wayne Gretzky’s NHL record of 894 . Nic Dowd had the other Capitals goal. Charlie Lindgren made 23 saves but Washington remained one point behind first-place New Jersey in the Eastern Conference. PENGUINS 3, ISLANDERS 2 PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sidney Crosby broke Mario Lemieux’s Pittsburgh franchise career record for assists on Michael Bunting’s power-play goal and the Penguins beat New York. Crosby has 1,034 assists, good for 12th in NHL history. Only three players — Ray Bourque, Wayne Gretzky and Steve Yzerman — have more assists with a single team. The 37-year-old Crosby has played 1,310-regular-season games. Lemieux played 915. Evgeni Malkin added the deciding power-play goal in the third for Pittsburgh, which has 14 goals with the man advantage in its last 13 games. Anthony Beauvillier also scored to help the Penguins win for the seventh time in their last eight home games. Alex Nedeljkovic made 29 saves in his first start since Dec. 17. Kris Letang missed the game because of a lower-body injury, and defenseman Nathan Clurman made his NHL debut. Anders Lee and Bo Horvat scored third-period goals for the Islanders, who fell behind 3-0 before their rally fell short. Marcus Hogberg stopped 38 shots during his first start since April 28, 2021. GOLDEN KNIGHTS 3, FLAMES 0 LAS VEGAS (AP) — Brett Howden scored his 15th goal of the season and Ilya Samsonov stopped 31 shots as Vegas Golden defeated Calgary. Howden redirected defenseman Alex Pietrangelo’s shot from the top of the slot late in the second period and is now tied with Ivan Barbashev for the team lead in goals. Howden has scored a goal in four of the last five games. Victor Olofsson and Tanner Pearson also scored for the Golden Knights, who have shut out Calgary twice this season, beating them 5-0 on Oct. 28 . Dan Vladar made 34 saves for Calgary. The Golden Knights have now won six straight, the longest active win streak in the NHL, while improving to 25-8-3 on the year. They own a 13-2-1 record against Pacific Division opponents. SENATORS 3, WILD 1 ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Josh Norris broke a tie on a power play with 7:18 left, Leevi Merilainen made 30 saves in his fifth NHL game and Ottawa beat Minnesota. Ottawa has won seven of its past nine games, while the Wild have lost five of their past seven. The Senators won in Minnesota for the first time since 2016. With starter Linus Ullmark and backup Anton Forsberg out with injuries, the Senators have been relying on Merilainen and Mads Sogaard since before the NHL holiday break. Frederick Gaudreau opened the scoring for Minnesota late in the first period. Ridly Greig tied it early in the second. Claude Giroux added an empty-netter. STARS 5, BLACKHAWKS 1 CHICAGO (AP) — Matt Duchene and Jamie Benn each had a goal and two assists, and Dallas beat Chicago. Jason Robertson, Evgenii Dadonov and Wyatt Johnston each had a goal and an assist for Dallas, which had lost three of four. Jake Oettinger made 24 saves. Chicago dropped its fourth consecutive game. It lost three of four in its season series against Dallas. Connor Bedard scored his 10th goal for the Blackhawks, and Arvid Soderblom made 26 stops. Next up for Bedard and company is the Winter Classic on Tuesday against St. Louis. Dallas grabbed control after Chicago forward Tyler Bertuzzi was ejected 8:11 into the second period. Bertuzzi was sent off for elbowing Stars forward Colin Blackwell in the face.In a tiny village tucked away from the buzz of modern cities, a young boy holds on to a dream sparked by his father’s simple yet profound words: “ " (First a fan, then electricity). Armed with this unwavering belief, he sets out to prove that the fan his father once promised can bring light to their home and hope to their village. The ’s new campaign, part of its ongoing “ " series, brings this touching story to life. The narrative, beautifully crafted by Ogilvy India, focuses on the power of hope, instead of technology or jargon. As the boy’s dream takes flight, the film subtly weaves in the role of Adani’s wind turbines, which harness the power of nature to light up homes and transform lives. What makes this campaign stand out is its ability to take a concept like renewable energy and translate it into something deeply human and personal. The film captures a series of moments when the boy faces ridicule for stating the fan will come first, the quiet determination in his eyes, and the eventual arrival of clean energy in his village. These moments depict real-life struggles and triumphs of millions of Indians. Also read: While the campaign showcases the impact of Adani’s renewable energy projects, it does not lose sight of the people at its core. Piyush Pandey, chief advisor at Ogilvy India, has described it as a story that prioritizes consumers and their lives over corporate chest-thumping. The boy’s journey becomes a symbol of the change that sustainable development can bring—not just to infrastructure but to hearts and homes. The wind turbines standing tall against the backdrop of a glowing village convey the promise that renewable energy is not just about innovation but about enabling dreams, like that of a young boy who dared to believe. “ " is a story of faith, resilience, and the power of human spirit to spark change. Also read:

Trump names billionaire investment banker Warren Stephens as his envoy to BritainThis bull market has been running rampant for more than two years, but it's an unusual one. Most bull runs don't have to share time with inflation crises, and the monetary pressure that started to build in 2021 is finally easing. The macroeconomic boost from that shift could keep this bull running longer than usual. While the bullish trend has been having a broad impact on the stock market, some stocks can be expected to benefit more than others as the investor-friendly run continues. These two supercharged tech companies could deliver market-beating returns over the next few years. How to play the digital advertising turnaround in style Anders Bylund (Criteo): One of the most game-changing aspects of this bull market is the ongoing return to normal consumer spending behavior. People largely reined in their discretionary spending when inflation surged a few years ago. The list of industries that faced lower sales in that tight economy has a lot of overlap with the sectors that do a lot of brand-oriented marketing. From luxury goods and travel services to cars and smartphones, consumer demand tightened up and brand advertising slowed down. Why spend big money on targeted ads when people aren't willing to buy anything? So digital advertising was pushed into an extra-deep downturn. Now, the leaders of that industry are poised to come back swinging as consumer spending recovers. Criteo ( CRTO 3.47% ) is a fine example of this rebound opportunity. The Paris-based marketing campaign manager's stock is down 22% from recent highs, but the business is poised to perform in a healthier economy. Speaking during the October earnings call , retiring CEO Megan Clarken outlined a thrilling growth opportunity. "Retail media facilitates the targeting of high-intent shoppers by brands primarily on retailer sites and extending reach across the open web," she said. "Performance media focuses on targeting high-intent shoppers for direct-to-consumer brands, primarily on the open web and social platforms. In other words, our solutions have a hyper focus on addressing or advertising to consumers who are on their buyer journey. " So Criteo should benefit greatly when luxury brands and brand-oriented advertisers boost their marketing budgets again. And that's already happening, just in time for the holiday shopping season. Meanwhile, the stock is trading for just 1.1 times sales and 9 times expected forward earnings. These valuation ratios would be cheap for a tired old retailer -- they're dirt cheap for a tech stock with proven growth chops that is arguably heading into a game-changing sector turnaround . Down 34%, Micron can deliver wins for long-term investors Keith Noonan : Micron Technology ( MU -0.12% ) is a leading provider of memory-chip solutions. The company's business has been posting huge performance improvements in conjunction with artificial intelligence ( AI ) trends, but some investors appear to be betting that the good times will soon come to an end. On the heels of recent pullbacks, Micron stock is down roughly 34% from the high it hit earlier this year. While the company's future sales and earnings will almost certainly be uneven and shaped by cyclical industry trends, its recent performance points to the emergence of catalysts that will have positive long-term impacts on the business. Micron's revenue increased 93% year over year to $7.75 billion in the fourth quarter of its fiscal 2024, which ended Aug. 29. That explosive growth was spurred by AI-driven demand for the company's DRAM and high-bandwidth-memory solutions. Along with the surge in sales, strong demand for its higher-end products helped the business post a non-GAAP (adjusted) net profit of roughly $1.34 billion -- improving from a loss of roughly $1.18 billion in the prior-year period. Micron stock is now valued at roughly 11 times this year's expected earnings. Given the cyclical nature of the company's business, it doesn't make sense to put too much weight on the company's price-to-earnings multiple when assessing the stock. However, it could still signal an attractive risk-reward profile for investors who approach the stock with an understanding of the cyclical guesswork involved. Depending on demand and pricing trends in the memory chip space, the company's performance can make big shifts in short order. Along those lines, some Wall Street analysts are concerned that weakness in the consumer market and oversupply in the high-bandwidth memory segment will soon lead to softer sales and earnings results. But the company's current valuation suggests that investors are being too bearish about Micron's near-term and long-term outlooks. Spending on data-center infrastructure to support the training, deployment, and scaling of AI applications is likely still in a relatively early stage of its long-term growth trajectory. While Micron's business will remain heavily cyclical and its results will be shaped by industry trends, it appears that the market is underappreciating the company's potential to be a lasting beneficiary of the AI revolution.