fortune gems tips Penn State vs. Oregon: This college football prediction includes our best bet of the game. ASSOCIATED PRESS Pat Sharyon | Special Correspondent Penn State will square off with Oregon for the Big 10 Championship at Lucas Oil Stadium today at 8 p.m. EST. Our data model has selected Penn State +3 (-102) as tonight’s best bet. Ahead of this conference championship, the data analysts at Dimers have simulated the matchup 10,000 times, then compared the results to current college football betting odds to inform the data-driven betting preview below. Bet365 is legal in Pennsylvania, making this the perfect time for fans in the Keystone State to claim huge betting bonuses with our brand new exclusive bet365 bonus code “SYRACUSE”, while all sports fans in New York State can take full advantage of our NBA League Pass FanDuel promo code. Additionally, bettors are encouraged to check out this exclusive promo offer from DraftKings and the latest deal from BetMGM. 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Spread: Penn State +3 (-102), Oregon -3 (-118) Moneyline: Penn State +150, Oregon -162 Total: Over/Under 50.5 (-115/-105) The odds and lines presented here are the best available from selected sports betting sites at the time of publication and are subject to change. Expert prediction: Penn State vs. Oregon Leveraging cutting-edge data analysis and advanced algorithms, the experts at Dimers have performed 10,000 simulations of Saturday’s Penn State vs. Oregon game. According to Dimers’ renowned predictive analytics model, Oregon is more likely to beat Penn State at Lucas Oil Stadium. This prediction is based on the model giving Oregon a 56% chance of winning the game. Furthermore, Dimers predicts that Penn State (+3) has a 55% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 50.5 points is considered an equal 50-50 chance of hitting. These predictions and probabilities are correct at the time of publication but are subject to potential changes. 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Samsara Stock Tumbles As Revenue Guidance UnderwhelmsLOS ANGELES — The four words were first spoken here on a bright spring afternoon at Camelback Ranch, my astonished syllables joining similar tones of amazement floating from every corner of a crowded press box. "Are you kidding me?" Down to his last pitch in his first spring training game as a Dodger, Shohei Ohtani had just launched a two-run home run. "Are you kidding me?" The crowd gasped in disbelief at the perfect timing and wondrous theater, the four words reverberating around the stadium like an anthem to the unimaginable. "Are you kidding me?" Eight months later, Los Angeles still asks that question. Was Shohei Ohtani's first season as a Dodger really real? Was the best baseball player on the planet even better than that? Could the man with arguably the highest expectations in baseball history actually exceed them? Yes, yes and unbelievably, yes. In being named the National League most valuable player on Thursday — becoming only the second player to win an MVP in both leagues — Ohtani completed a summer decorated with an even higher honor. Most Valuable Season Ever By A Los Angeles Athlete. This city has witnessed many memorable seasons by many legendary athletes, from Magic Johnson's rookie year to Fernando Valenzuela's rookie year to Sandy Koufax's 1963 to Eric Dickerson's 1984 to Shaquille O'Neal's 2000. But never before has one player during one season dominated the sport, transformed the town, awed the world and brought home a championship. After back-to-back playoff collapses, this was not a Dodgers town when Ohtani drove up the freeway from Anaheim this winter. It is overwhelmingly a Dodgers town now. His team was considered a bunch of underachievers before Ohtani signed a 10-year, $700 million contract. His team is now World Series champions. There was little international interest in the Dodgers before Ohtani brought his magical aura to Chavez Ravine. The Dodgers are now the most popular baseball team in the world. One man changed everything, an MVP of MVPs, the greatest Dodgers newcomer since Valenzuela, the greatest Dodgers season ever. "It will be a special moment that I will never forget," he said Thursday through an interpreter, after a special season that no one will ever forget. He led the league with 54 home runs, 130 RBIs, a 1.036 on-base-plus-slugging percentage, and that doesn't tell half of the story. Ohtani made such an impact, he significantly and unselfishly improved the team before he ever even stepped on the field. By agreeing to annually defer all but $2 million of his contract, he gave Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman the financial flexibility to add other great players. Without Ohtani's generosity, Friedman might not have acquired Teoscar Hernández, Yoshinobu Yamamoto or Tyler Glasnow. Ohtani was a giant before he was a giant. Then the games started and here came those four words. You surely recognize them, because you've surely said them, time and again during a summer of dazzle. "Are you kidding me?" His season began in controversy, as longtime interpreter Ippei Mizuhara admitted to stealing more than $16 million from Ohtani to support a gambling addiction. The scandal was salacious. Ohtani was scrutinized. He was questioned. He was not believed. He finally was cleared, but only after his reputation was put through a wringer. Yet through it all he kept swinging, slugging seven home runs with a 1.017 OPS in the first 32 games. "Are you kidding me?" As the summer progressed, he quietly got stronger and faster, smoothly making the transition to leadoff hitter and base stealer, hitting a dozen home runs in June, stealing a dozen bases in July, all while rehabbing a surgically repaired pitching shoulder. "Are you kidding me?" On Aug. 23 against the Tampa Bay Rays, needing one home run to become the sixth person in the 40-homer, 40-steal club, Ohtani did it with a walk-off grand slam in the bottom of the ninth inning. "Are you kidding me?" On his Aug. 28 bobblehead night, his dog, Decoy, delivered the first pitch in a sprint from the mound to the plate, then in the first inning Ohtani casually stepped up and homered. "Are you kidding me?" On Sept. 19 in Miami, on the verge of becoming the first member of the 50-50 club, Ohtani barged into the record books with arguably the greatest offensive game in baseball history, going 6 for 6 with three homers and two stolen bases. "Are you kidding me?" After consistently stating that he signed with the Dodgers to win a championship, on Oct. 5 he stared down the San Diego Padres in the third inning of his first playoff game and promptly hit a three-run home run. "Are you kidding me?" In the seventh inning of Game 2 of the World Series against the New York Yankees, he suffered a partial dislocation of his left shoulder on a slide into second. Even though the injury was serious enough to later require surgery, he insisted on playing the rest of the Series, and he did so with one arm, his left arm seemingly painfully stuck to his body. In those final three games he still managed a hit and drew a walk and forced the Yankees to account for his presence. "Are you kidding me?" This is not only Ohtani's record third unanimous MVP, it's the first one in history won by a player who didn't play an inning in the field, and he acknowledged Thursday that his inability to pitch led to an increased offensive focus. "My goal was to be able to pitch and contribute offensively and the fact that I knew I wasn't going to be able to pitch this season made me focus more on my offensive game," he said. "Fortunately I was able to produce and get this award which is very humbling." One wonders what he possibly can do for an encore, yet he's already preparing for one, undergoing the shoulder surgery immediately after the season, his elbow rehab in full fling, his aim clear. "The goal is to be ready for opening day," he said. "That includes hitting and pitching." March 18, in Tokyo, against the Chicago Cubs, starting on the mound and batting leadoff ... Shohei Ohtani! "Are you kidding me?" ©2024 Los Angeles Times. Visit latimes.com . Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.Russia uses ElevenLabs' AI-generated voices to undermine Western support for Ukraine

B.C. Premier Eby says U.S. tariffs would be 'devastating' for forest industry“The air traffic control tower, the departure lounge — just a few metres from where we were — and the runway were damaged,” Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said on the social media platform X. He added that he and UN colleagues were safe. “We will need to wait for the damage to the airport to be repaired before we can leave,” he said. UN spokesperson Stephanie Tremblay later said the injured person was with the UN Humanitarian Air Service. Our mission to negotiate the release of @UN staff detainees and to assess the health and humanitarian situation in #Yemen concluded today. We continue to call for the detainees' immediate release. As we were about to board our flight from Sana’a, about two hours ago, the airport... pic.twitter.com/riZayWHkvf — Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus (@DrTedros) December 26, 2024 Israel’s army later told The Associated Press it was not aware that the WHO chief was at the location in Yemen. The Israeli strikes followed several days of Houthi launches setting off sirens in Israel. The Israeli military in a statement said it attacked infrastructure used by the Iran-backed Houthis at the international airport in Sanaa and ports in Hodeida, Al-Salif and Ras Qantib, along with power stations, asserting they were used to smuggle in Iranian weapons and for the entry of senior Iranian officials. Israel’s military added it had “capabilities to strike very far from Israel’s territory — precisely, powerfully, and repetitively”. The strikes, carried out over 1,000 miles from Jerusalem, came a day after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said “the Houthis, too, will learn what Hamas and Hezbollah and Assad’s regime and others learned” as his military has battled those more powerful proxies of Iran. The Houthi-controlled satellite channel al-Masirah reported multiple deaths and showed broken windows, collapsed ceilings and a bloodstained floor and vehicle. Iran’s foreign ministry condemned the strikes. The US military has also targeted the Houthis in recent days. The UN has said the targeted ports are important entry points for humanitarian aid for Yemen, the poorest Arab nation that plunged into a civil war in 2014. Over the weekend, 16 people were wounded when a Houthi missile hit a playground in the Israeli city of Tel Aviv, while other missiles and drones have been shot down. Last week, Israeli jets struck Sanaa and Hodeida, killing nine people, calling it a response to previous Houthi attacks. The Houthis also have been targeting shipping on the Red Sea corridor in what it says is an act of solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza. The UN Security Council has an emergency meeting on Monday in response to an Israeli request that it condemn the Houthi attacks and Iran for supplying them with weapons.

Wisconsin faces its first losing season in 23 years and the end of a bowl streak when the Badgers host arch-rival Minnesota on Friday in the annual Big Ten battle for Paul Bunyan's Axe. Minnesota (6-5, 4-4) lost to No. 4 Penn State 26-25. Wisconsin (5-6, 3-5 Big Ten) lost its fourth straight, 44-25, at Nebraska in a game that was not as close as the score. "Well 1890 is the first time we played this football team coming up and this is what it's all about," Minnesota coach P.J. Fleck said of the rivalry. "And you wouldn't want to have it any other way, being able to end the season with one of your biggest rivals. I know our guys will be ready to go, ready to play." Wisconsin has 22 consecutive winning seasons since going 5-7 under Barry Alvarez in 2001, the longest active streak among Power 4 teams. The Badgers also have played in a bowl game in each of the last 22 seasons, the longest active streak in the Big Ten and third-longest in FBS. Wisconsin coach Luke Fickell is more concerned with the rivalry game than the winning season and bowl streaks. "I'm not downplaying it, I'm not saying it's not important, I'm not saying it's another thing that's on our plate," Fickell said Monday. "But when it gets down to this last week, it's about one thing, it's about the rivalry. It's about preparing to play in the most important game of the year." The Gophers have dropped their last two games after winning four in a row. Minnesota averages 26.6 points per game, while allowing 18.5, 15th-best in the country. Max Brosmer has completed 67 percent of his passes for 221 per game with 15 touchdowns and five interceptions. Daniel Jackson is the top target with 69 catches for 802 yards and three scores, and Darius Taylor is the top rusher with 730 yards at 4.8 per carry with nine touchdowns. One week after leading Oregon after three quarters, the Wisconsin defense was shredded for 473 yards and five touchdowns by Nebraska. Braedyn Locke, who took over at quarterback when Tyler Van Dyke suffered an early season-ending knee injury, has thrown at least one interception in eight consecutive games. Locke has completed 56.4 percent of his passes for 180.6 yards per game, with 12 touchdowns and 10 picks. Tawee Walker is the leading rusher with 828 yards at 4.7 per carry with 10 touchdowns. He has failed to reach 60 yards in three of the last four games. Former Wisconsin and NFL standout JJ Watt posted on social media his assessment - and frustration - with the Badgers after the Nebraska game. "Losing happens, it's part of the game. Hearing announcers talk about how much tougher and more physical Nebraska & Iowa are while getting blown out ... that's the issue," Watt wrote on X. "We are Wisconsin. Physicality, running game, great O-Line and great defense. That is our identity." Wisconsin defeated the Gophers 28-14 last after Minnesota had won the previous two meetings. The Badgers have won 7 of the last 10 and lead the storied series 63-62-8. --Field Level MediaWASHINGTON , Dec. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Shield AI, the defense technology company building autonomy for the world, has announced it is expanding its work with Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: PLTR), a leading provider of AI systems, to develop and deliver large-scale command and control of autonomous uncrewed systems, including operations in GPS- and communications-denied environments. With Warp Speed, Palantir's manufacturing OS for American re-industrialization, Shield AI is doubling down on its commitment to delivering scalable, AI-powered solutions to protect service members and civilians. By leveraging Shield AI's advanced Hivemind software development kit, along with Palantir's suite of powerful software solutions—including enterprise resource planning, geospatial intelligence, and operational decision-making tools—the partnership combines the strengths of both companies to address the most critical defense challenges. "Shield AI and Palantir have both built technology products proven in the most demanding environments," said Brandon Tseng , Shield AI's President, Co-founder, and former Navy SEAL. "Our partnership is about bringing together Palantir's software dominance and Shield AI's expertise in autonomy to deliver the best possible outcomes for customers. It's exciting to scale up what we've been working on together in this next chapter of our partnership." This announcement builds on work Shield AI and Palantir showcased at the Association of the U.S. Army's (AUSA) Annual Meeting and Expo in October, where the companies demonstrated the integration of Shield AI's Hivemind with Palantir's Gaia. This integration created a unified command-and-control system for autonomous systems. Hivemind's proven autonomy capabilities—demonstrated on platforms like the V-BAT , F-16, MQM-178 Firejet, and Nova quadcopter—now seamlessly integrate with Gaia's geospatial intelligence tools, enabling real-time mission execution and precision targeting. "The American Industrial Base needs Warp Speed," said Shyam Sankar , Palantir's Chief Technology Officer and Executive Vice President. "Shield AI stands out in their field, having achieved mission impact and product results where others have struggled. This partnership, and Shield AI's deploying of our newly announced manufacturing OS will enable faster and better delivery to customers, and ultimately aid in the defense of the West." About Palantir Technologies Inc. Foundational software of tomorrow. Delivered today. Additional information is available at https://www.palantir.com . Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These statements may relate to, but are not limited to, Palantir's expectations regarding the amount and the terms of the contract and the expected benefits of our software platforms. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, some of which cannot be predicted or quantified. Forward-looking statements are based on information available at the time those statements are made and were based on current expectations as well as the beliefs and assumptions of management as of that time with respect to future events. These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, many of which involve factors or circumstances that are beyond our control. These risks and uncertainties include our ability to meet the unique needs of our customer; the failure of our platforms to satisfy our customer or perform as desired; the frequency or severity of any software and implementation errors; our platforms' reliability; and our customer's ability to modify or terminate the contract. Additional information regarding these and other risks and uncertainties is included in the filings we make with the Securities and Exchange Commission from time to time. Except as required by law, we do not undertake any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments, or otherwise. Media Contact Lisa Gordon, media@palantir.com About Shield AI Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company whose mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. In pursuit of this mission, Shield AI is building the world's best AI pilot. Its AI pilot, Hivemind, has flown jets (F-16; MQM-178 Firejet), a vertical takeoff and landing drone (MQ-35 V-BAT), and three quadcopters (Nova, Nova 2, iPRD). The company has offices in San Diego , Dallas , Washington DC and abroad. Shield AI's products and people are currently in the field actively supporting operations with the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. allies. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X and Instagram. 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Thomas uses big drives and putts to hold lead in BahamasAffordable pockets under 11km from the CBD are still able to be found. Photo: iStock While rent price growth has slowed in the past year, the cost of renting remains significantly higher compared with pre-pandemic times. Renters are facing tough conditions, however, there are still suburbs close to the city with affordable rental properties available. National weekly rents rose by 7 per cent in the past year, reaching $620 in November, according to recent data from PropTrack. This was just half the growth rate of the prior year, marking a slowdown in market conditions. RELATED: Blues footy boss makes multimillion-dollar Hawthorn move Saints legend ‘Aussie’ Jones selling entertainer’s paradise with putting green Portelli slammed: Block is dud investment In Melbourne, the easing is even more apparent. Annual rent growth was only 6 per cent from November 2023 until November 2024, which was well below the 17 per cent recorded in the same period a year earlier. While the slowing of growth offers some relief for renters in the city who have had to endure substantial rent rises, weekly rents are still about 35 per cent higher than February 2020. Finding an affordable property has become more difficult, but homes in a number of inner-ring suburbs, those within the closest third in terms of distance to the CBD, still offer reasonably priced options. For suburbs within 11kms of the Melbourne CBD, Brooklyn, Heidelberg West and Avondale Heights had the cheapest rental houses, where weekly median rents were $550, $550 and $570 per week, respectively. Braybrook and Coburg North were also affordable with median house rents less than $600 per week. Level 4, 3/12 Powlett Street, Heidelberg is up for rent for $470 per week. MORE: Melbourne has most homes for sale in the nation Gardenvale, Caulfield East and Kingsville topped the list for the most affordable rental units among inner-ring suburbs. The cost of renting a unit was $390, $410 and $420 per week respectively. Units in Fairfield and West Footscray had weekly rents below $450 as well. The increase of rental stock has been one key factor easing rental conditions. Since November 2023, total rental listings have risen by 7.1 per cent. This is likely due to a return of investors and more people opting to purchase their first home instead of renting. However, on a historic basis, demand is high and supply remains low. As cost-of-living pressures mount and rent growth continues to outpace wage growth, more people will seek out cheaper rentals which could result in stronger price increases in budget-friendly areas. This will further decrease the availability of affordable rentals. To ensure that all Australians have access to affordable housing, it is crucial that the government prioritises building more well-located homes to meet the demands of our growing population. Sign up to the Herald Sun Weekly Real Estate Update. Click here to get the latest Victorian property market news delivered direct to your inbox. RELATED: ‘Man from Snowy River’ high country haven gets international interest Trick that got family into home for $35k less than they thought Bailey Smith splashes $4m on Surf Coast hinterland homeThe NFL has closed an investigation into sexual assault allegations against Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson, who is ending the season on injured reserve for the second year in a row.

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I purchased the light pink color and it's perfect." — pixie trinket Get it from Amazon for $16.89+ (available in tons of colors!). 10. A plug-in color-shifting mushroom light so you can feel like you're sleeping in an enchanted forest. It activates when it's in the dark and these magical 'shrooms even change colors! Promising review: "I LOVE this night-light. It's in my bathroom and is a lovely addition. It turns off the second the lights go on which is nice that I don't have to worry about accidentally leaving it on. Super cute and the little itty-bitty lighting element does a good job lighting, just enough so I don't have to turn the main lights on in the middle of the night." — 1Thand Get it from Amazon for $5.99 . 11. A cropped corduroy shacket you can toss onto any outfit for the ultimate fall look. You can also button it up and wear it as a top! Promising review: "Love this jacket. Lightweight, cropped, so cute. I have the light khaki. Will definitely order more colors." — Samantha Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in women's sizes XS–XL and 17 colors). 12. A six-piece (!!) set of high-performance matte lipsticks that deliver intense colors to your lips while preventing them from drying out with moisturizing ingredients. Each lipstick costs less than $2 and dare I say, it may even be better than Kylie or Stila ? Promising review: "What can I say, I saw a TikTok about this lipstick and for $10 had to try it! The reviews are right, for some reason this lipstick is better than even $20 name-brand ones bought from Ulta. Not only does it smell great, but dries in under a minute and survived eating a cupcake, a Starbucks drink, and an entire evening out, no smudging and had to be removed with a makeup wipe. Fantastic product!!" — Claire Get a six-piece set from Amazon for $8.99 (available in four styles). 13. A rainbow prism suncatcher to hang from your ceiling or blinds. When the sun shines through your window, the room will turn into a wonderland filled with rainbows.🌈 Promising review: "They actually were bigger than I anticipated which was actually pretty awesome. I hung them in the window of my office and it's beautiful when they catch light. Definitely worth the money when it puts a smile on your face." — Emmy Ann Get a set of two from Amazon for $8.99 . 14. A pair of faux-leather leggings that'll give you the chicness of leather but the comfort of stretchy leggings. Get you a pair of pants that can do both! Psst — some reviewers recommend sizing up! Promising review: "IN LOVE!!! They aren't cheap looking at all!!! I originally bought them for a cosplay, but ended up wearing them for fashion purposes and they're a hit!!!!!! Super comfy and stretchy around the waist!!!" — Rebecca J Get them from Amazon for $23.99 (available in women's sizes S–XXL and four colors). 15. A six-piece set of pastel kitchen tools to make your time in the kitchen a little more fun and glamorous. Even though they may not look like it, these are made with stainless steel to make for easy slicin' and dicin'. Each set includes a chef's knife, small cleaver, bread knife, paring knife, scissors, and a peeler. Promising review: "I love these knives! I have now used them for five months and they are still like new. Very sharp, cut right through chicken, potatoes, and plenty of other things." — Wesley Get it from Amazon for $18.99 . 16. A roomy denim jacket because it'll 🎶 never go out of style 🎶 and everyone should at least own one. You can throw this on top of anything to elevate your look (yes, even with jeans). Promising review: "Love this jacket! Pretty sure I wear it four to five times a week. Love the oversized fit, not too large that it looks ridiculous . Has four functional pockets (two outside and two inside) which are really nice. I’m able to fit my phone, keys, and wallet easily without looking bulky. If I could give it more than 5 stars I would!" — Moni W. Get it from Amazon for $30.99+ (available in women's sizes S–XXL and seven styles). 17. A Twilight -inspired mirror decal that your vampire fan club will surely appreciate the next time they step into your car. Ally Makes Magic is a Florida-based Etsy shop established in 2021 that specializes in custom pop culture-themed glassware and decor. Promising review: "It came out perfect! The color I chose was vibrant and was easily legible." — Destiny Get it from Ally Makes Magic on Etsy for $6.99 (available in four colors). 18. A set of glamorous car coasters for a little ~bling bling~ and to keep your cup holders clean while you're rushing to work with your iced vanilla latte splashing next to you. Once they get too dirty, you can just take them out and rinse for the next use! Plus they'll prevent dirt and dust buildup in those tiny crevices. Promising review: "These are cute. Match the inside of my car and material is pretty good. Easy to clean!" — Jamisha Get a set of two from Amazon for $4.85 . 19. A pair of lightweight legging-style joggers perfect for lounging around, running errands...basically any casual activity because they're just that comfy. They feature two pockets to store your phone, wallet, and keys, and reviewers can't help but compare them to Lululemon's Align joggers. Promising review : "I have purchased these in pretty much every color and wear them year round. They are true to size and so super comfortable! The colors are beautiful and the fabric is buttery soft. Though I like them in the spring summer and fall, they also keep me warm in the winter due to the nature of the fabric. They are not transparent and don’t feel heavy. They are just like Lululemon joggers! I love these pants!!" — Jennifer Bahr Get it from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in women's sizes XS–3XL and 21 colors). 20. And a cropped tank with padding that looks EXACTLY like the Lululemon Align tank top — I'm actually shook! It has the same neckline *and* removable padding, and it's won over 29,000+ 5-star reviewers with its comfort and support. I bought a few of the Lululemon ones and after discovering this version... I'm absolutely devastated LOL. Promising review: "The quality is phenomenal and the support and padding provides smooth coverage and great shape. These look just like the Lulu ones. I like a more generous fit, so I went up a size, but if you’re going for more of a sports bra type fit, go with usual size. So impressed! I want this in more colors." — Courtney R. Get it from Amazon for $22.99 (available in 29 colors and women's sizes XS–3XL). 21. A cloud squiggle tray to keep your bits and bobbles safe on your bedside table so you don't have to search high and low for your jewelry when you're getting ready to go to work the next morning. Promising review: "Love this! I wanted a cute dish to sit keys and bracelets on. This works perfectly! The color and quality is perfect! Heavy enough to not slide off when my cat jumps next to it too! Would make a cute gift too!" — Arizona Williams Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in five colors). 22. Or an initial trinket dish because everything is better when it's personalized. Plus, the gold trim and letter are so gosh darn darling — eek, I'm obsessed! Promising review: "I recently purchased this jewelry tray for my girlfriend, and I must say, it exceeded my expectations. The personalized touch was a hit, adding a sentimental value that made the gift extra special. The color scheme is tasteful and adds a touch of elegance to her dresser. In terms of functionality, this tray is a winner. Despite its compact size, it holds all her favorite jewelry pieces without crowding the space. Plus, the quality is top-notch. It feels sturdy and well-made , reassuring me that it'll last a long time. Honestly, I couldn't find any downsides to this tray. I t's stylish, practical, and well-crafted — all at a reasonable price. If you're looking for a thoughtful gift or just want to organize your jewelry in style, I highly recommend. You won't be disappointed." — Steve J. Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in 26 letters). 23. A blissfully plush checkered blanket that is EXTREMELY soft and fluffy, perfect for cozying up on the couch. Just imagine settling in for a Dance Moms marathon and throwing this baby on top of you — ahhh, pure bliss. Plus, reviewers say it's comparable to the pricier Barefoot Dreams throw ! Promising review : "This is the best and biggest blanket. I am so happy I impulse bought this, even if I was solely motivated by aesthetic. [Just like] Barefoot Dreams!!! So soft, so large, so cute, so obsessed. Worth every penny." — Nicole Jones Get it from Amazon for $31.99+ (available in three sizes and six colors). 24. A minimalist watch so you can tell time in style with its large rose gold face and leather band. You have no excuse to be "fashionably late" anymore — you'll just be fashionable. Promising review: "I ordered this watch not expecting to be blown away because of the price. Boy, was I wrong! I immediately put on the watch as soon as I opened it up; It fits comfortably and the band wasn’t too small, which I was a little concerned about. I’ll definitely be looking to purchase other styles of this watch. Great buy, especially for the price!" — Jessica Kurry Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in 10 styles). 25. A pair of constellation tassel earrings that'll be the *star* of your outfit. Promising review: "These are absolutely beautiful, and clever with the post being falling stars. The stud sits comfortably and is lovely. Not gaudy or tacky in the least. I’m thrilled with them — and the price? If you are charmed by the picture you won’t be disappointed! They’re beautiful!" — Amyss Get them from Amazon for $8.66 (available in gold or silver). 26. A stunning floral coaster so unique and gorgeous, whoever comes over will actually want to use one instead of you having to keep reminding them. Poppy & Pour is a California-based Etsy shop established in 2020 that specializes in custom flower coasters, keychains, and more. Promising review: "I got the surprise option with and without the gold rim, and I’m so happy that I got an even balance of white and multicolored coasters. These are so beautiful and can’t wait to use them!" — Jenny H. Get it from Poppy & Pour on Etsy for $14+ (available with or without gold trim and two different edge patterns). 27. A glass diffuser and humidifier to make your home smell so amazing with essential oils . IDK what'll be more mesmerizing, the smell or how it'll look. It has seven different color settings! Check out a TikTok of the diffuser in action. Promising reviews : "It’s beautiful!! Best oil diffuser I’ve ever had. Everyone is asking me where I got it at. Gives off a lot of mist, makes my whole room smell wonderful, and it’s a great conversation piece. Highly recommend it." — Danielle Martinez Get it from Amazon for $29.97+ (available in 23 styles and three sizes). 28. A vintage-inspired bustier that features a V-cut hem and gorgeous neckline. It comes in so many different eye-catching colors, so good luck trying to choose just one! Promising review: "I purchased this corset after watching a TikTok video of another mid-sized girl talking about it. It did not disappoint! It fits nicely, I got lots of compliments on it ! Someone else pointed out to me that the fabric looks expensive and just like another bustier listed on PrettyLittleThing for over twice the price." — Elizabeth Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in women's sizes 00–20 and 12 colors). 29. A set of mini cheese boards so each one of your guests can have their own charcuterie board during wine night. Promising review: "What I like about this product: You can literally make any food look fancy if you were to put it on the slate. Six slates in a set means this is perfect for tapas and sushi presentation or any sort of dry appetizer, cheese, etc. The list goes on and on to wherever your imagination leads. You can write down and label each slate with the chalk that comes in the set. For example, you can label what kind of cheese it is on the slate. You can also write down whose creation it was if you were to have a sushi making party like I did. I don’t have a single thing I don’t like about this. All I can say is this is a really good purchase. Don’t be hesitant. JUST BUY IT. YOU WILL LOVE IT!!" — I Tried & Reviewed It Get six boards and three pieces of chalk from Amazon for $22.99 . 30. A pink cowboy hat disco ball car accessory for all my fellow country music lovers out there 👀. Attach this to your rearview mirror and let the world know that you love Luke Combs, and you're not ashamed of it!!! Psst — these also make great ornaments during the holidays! Miami Design District is a Florida-based Etsy shop that specializes in handmade car accessories. Promising review: "Legit the cutest thing I have ever bought. Looks just like the pic and the packaging was adorable! Legit in love." — Avery Forbes Get it from Miami Design District on Etsy for $7.49 (originally $14.99). 31. A pair of round circle sunglasses that look very similar to Ray-Bans, just without the hefty price tag. So it only makes sense to buy them. Promising review: "For the money you can’t beat em! These look amazing on my face like a $300 pair of sunglasses. I have tried several pairs and this brand looks and feels comparable to a pair of Ray-Bans and Pradas. I have a smaller face and to me this pair fits the best, perfect for my nose and brow line. I couldn’t be happier, just wish there were six stars so everyone would know how amazing they are. If you are questioning whether or not they will look as good on you as they do in the photos, yes...yes they do." — Christina Get them from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in seven colors). 32. An eye-catching moon phase garland to bring a celestial vibe to the room. This beauty of an accent piece will look fantastic no matter where you decide to put it and will *zhuzh* up the space. Promising review: "I'm an incoming freshman this fall and I bought this to add some personality to my dorm. It has beyond exceeded my expectations! I placed it directly on top of my dorm bed as shown in the display photos and am so pleased with how it looks. It fits perfectly with the gray/white color scheme I was going for and have received numerous compliments from both my friends and RAs when they've visited. I cannot stress enough how much of an 'aesthetic feel' it adds to my dorm." — jhsgf Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in four styles). 33. A blank acrylic dry-erase board that looks so much better than the whiteboards we had in school. The four metallic knobs add some *pizzazz* to this chic board. 1801 & Co. is a Minnesota-based Etsy shop established in 2016 that specializes in family wall calendars, chore charts, wedding signs, and more. Promising review : "I love it! I got it so fast after ordering and it’s perfect . I love the sleek design for my small home office space. I can’t function at work without a dry erase board but couldn’t find any that would look nice in my office space which is in the corner of my master bedroom! Having functional office space but not LOOK like office in the bedroom is challenging but this acrylic board is PERFECT. The black pen that comes with it is very nice fine tip and erases without a trace." — Dawn Powell Get it from 1801 & Co. on Etsy for $24.55+ (originally $32.73+; available in various thicknesses and sizes as well as three hardware colors). 34. A long-sleeve turtleneck sweater because your neck also deserves to stay warm. It's short in the front and a ~party~ in the back — we love a high-low top! Promising review: "OBSESSED! I am SO happy I ended up ordering this sweater! I had seen all the Instagrammers rave about it. It’s thinner than I thought, which is great for layering. The material is great and I love the look. I’ve already ordered two more colors and can’t recommend it enough!" — Amazon Customer Psst — if you have Amazon Prime Wardrobe , you can try this piece out before you buy it! Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in women's sizes S–XL and 26 colors). 35. A paw-shaped chair cushion that'll feel so *paw*some (sorry I had to) on your tush. Plus it'll cuddle you if your pup decides to be in a mood and wants nothing to do with you. Promising review: "I freaking LOVE this paw cushion! This paw cushion absolutely saves my butt. It's not super thick or as filled as you might hope. But I read reviews and was prepared for that. A little extra padding would be great but even without it this cushion is soft and comfy! It's still worth every dime. It's perfect if you have one of those hanging indoor/outdoor rope chairs, too! This cushion is soft and cute and comfortable. Buy yourself this thing. You deserve it." — mandarabbit Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in two sizes and nine styles). 36. A book tracker bookmark so the next time you decide to pick up Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets, you don't have to perform a location spell to find where you left off. For every book you finish, you can fill out one of the spines on the bookmark — perfect for all you bookworms out there! British Book Art is a UK-based Etsy shop established in 2021 that specializes in tracker bookmarks and book art. Promising review: "Absolutely love my bookmark! So, so cute! Already made a start coloring in the books and writing the names on the spines!" — Chloe Get it from British Book Art on Etsy for $4.63 . 37. An adorable little puppy doorstop to keep by your front door to greet you when you come home. Just place this cutie pie under the door to keep it from closing! Promising review : "This has been in use at our house for about a year now. VERY VERY sturdy. We are truly impressed. Thought we would get maybe six months before it cracked. NOPE. Still looks new." — TJ Dukie Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in three styles). 38. A pair of breezy bib overalls that you can layer over a T-shirt, long-sleeve, or turtleneck — basically it'll look *tres chic* with whatever you want to pair it with. Promising review: "I love these overall/bibs! They have a cord to nip in at the waist and the legs taper but they also blouse out accentuating my figure. They are very comfortable as well and the fabric is high quality with quality stitching. For the price they can’t be beat. I’ll definitely look at buying from Yesno again!" — TCB & JLUX Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in women's sizes S–3XL and 10 styles). Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.Mad dash as Labor rams through 36 bills on final dayBomb threats target Trump nominees, FBI says

The New York Giants (2-13) will host the Indianapolis Colts (7-8) in their final home game in Week 17. New York enters the weekend with a clear path to the No. 1 pick in the upcoming NFL draft if they lose their final two games. For Indianapolis, they could be eliminated from the playoffs by kickoff of this matchup if the Los Angeles Chargers and Denver Broncos win on Saturday. There have been only two players worthwhile from the Giants to have in lineups this season but because of injuries, some fantasy football managers may have to pivot to a pair of unexpected names to win a championship. Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em: Wan’Dale Robinson Can fantasy football managers of Malik Nabers turn to Wan’Dale Robinson for a championship? They might have to if they don’t have quality options on their bench or in the free-agent market. The rookie receiver hasn’t practiced this week and he said himself that it is a gameday decision right now . Robinson is coming off his second-best game of this season against the Atlanta Falcons . He registered seven catches for 62 yards on 11 targets. He has received at least nine targets in his last three outings. This Sunday he will face an Indianapolis defense who is tied for the eighth-fewest PPG allowed to receivers this season. In their last four games, only one receiver crossed 75 receiving yards, which was Calvin Ridley. They only allowed three touchdowns to the position in those contests. Even if Nabers gets ruled out, it's too risky to play Robinson. Not only does he have a tough matchup but his season-high in receiving yards is 71 yards and hasn’t scored a touchdown since Week 5. Verdict: Sit 'Em Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em: Devin Singletary Fantasy football managers of Tyrone Tracy Jr. are in the same boat as Malik Nabers' managers. The rookie running back has yet to practice this week . If Tracy Jr. is ruled out then the expectation is that Devin Singletary will command the majority of the touches in New York’s backfield. Per Pro Football Reference , Singletary will face a Colts defense that has allowed the 10th-most PPG to running backs. Over their last four games, they have allowed two running backs to finish with at least 90 total yards and have given up six touchdowns to the position. Singletary’s Week 17 value will be determined by Tracy Jr.’s status. He should receive 12+ touches if the rookie running back is ruled out and can see more targets in the passing attack if Nabers is ruled out as well. He is a high-risk, high-reward flex play where he can come through for managers that roll the dice on him if Brian Daboll elects to lean into the veteran back if his top rookies are sidelined on Sunday. Verdict: Start 'EmNEW YORK (AP) — The huge rally for U.S. stocks lost momentum on Thursday as Wall Street counted down to a big jobs report that’s coming on Friday. The crypto market had more action, and bitcoin briefly burst to a record above $103,000 before pulling back. The S&P 500 slipped 0.2% from the all-time high it had set the day before, its 56th of the year so far, to shave a bit off what’s set to be one of its best years of the millennium . The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 248 points, or 0.6%, while the Nasdaq composite slipped 0.2% from its own record set the day before. Bitcoin powered above $100,000 for the first time the night before, after President-elect Donald Trump chose Paul Atkins, who's seen as a crypto advocate, as his nominee to head the Securities and Exchange Commission. The cryptocurrency has climbed dramatically from less than $70,000 on Election Day, but it fell back as Thursday progressed toward $99,000, according to CoinDesk. Sharp swings for bitcoin are nothing new, and they took stocks of companies enmeshed in the crypto world on a similar ride. After rising as much as 9% in early trading, MicroStrategy, a company that’s been raising cash just to buy bitcoin, swung to a loss of 4.8%. Crypto exchange Coinbase Global fell 3.1% after likewise erasing a big early gain. Elsewhere on Wall Street, stocks of airlines helped lead the way following the latest bumps up to financial forecasts from carriers. American Airlines Group soared 16.8% after saying it’s making more in revenue during the last three months of 2024 than it expected, and it will likely make a bigger profit than it had earlier forecast. The airline also chose Citi to be its exclusive partner for credit cards that give miles in its loyalty program. That should help its cash coming in from co-branded credit card and other partners grow by about 10% annually. Southwest Airlines climbed 2% after saying it’s seeing stronger demand from leisure travelers than it expected. It also raised its forecast for revenue for the holiday traveling season. On the losing end of Wall Street was Synposys, which tumbled 12.4%. The supplier for the semiconductor industry reported better profit for the latest quarter than analysts expected, but it also warned of “continued macro uncertainties” and gave a forecast for revenue in the current quarter that fell short of some analysts’ estimates. American Eagle Outfitters fell even more, 14.3%, after the retailer said it’s preparing for “potential choppiness” outside of peak selling periods. It was reminiscent of a warning from Foot Locker earlier in the week and raised more concerns about how resilient U.S. shoppers can remain. Solid spending by U.S. consumers has been one of the main reasons the U.S. economy has avoided a recession that earlier seemed inevitable after the Federal Reserve hiked interest rates to crush inflation. But shoppers are now contending with still-high prices and a slowing job market . This week’s highlight for Wall Street will be Friday’s jobs report from the U.S. government, which will show how many people employers hired and fired last month. A report on Thursday said the number of U.S. workers applying for unemployment benefits rose last week but remains at historically healthy levels. Expectations are high that the Fed will cut its main interest rate again when it meets in two weeks. The Fed began easing its main interest rate from a two-decade high in September, hoping to offer more support for the job market. In the bond market, the yield on the 10-year Treasury edged down to 4.17% from 4.18% late Wednesday. The S&P 500 fell 11.38 points to 6,075.11. The Dow sank 248.33 to 44,765.71, and the Nasdaq composite lost 34.86 to 19,700.26. In stock markets abroad, indexes were mostly calm in Europe after far-right and left-wing lawmakers in France joined together to vote on a no-confidence motion that will force Prime Minister Michel Barnier and his Cabinet to resign. The CAC 40 index in Paris added 0.4%. In South Korea, the Kospi fell 0.9% to compound its 1.4% decline from the day before. President Yoon Suk Yeol was facing possible impeachment after he suddenly declared martial law on Tuesday night. He revoked the martial law declaration six hours later. Crude oil prices slipped after eight members of the OPEC+ alliance of oil exporting countries decided to put off increasing oil production. AP Business Writers Yuri Kageyama and Matt Ott contributed.Bills Legend Offers Hot Take on MVP Race

NEW YORK , Nov. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GenNx360 Capital Partners ("GenNx360"), a New York -based private equity firm, is pleased to announce the final sale of its portfolio company, ITsavvy LLC ("ITsavvy" or "the Company"), a provider of end-to-end IT infrastructure solutions, to Xerox Holdings Corporation ("Xerox") for $400 million . This transaction marks a significant milestone for GenNx360, as its first investment in the technology services sector. ITsavvy is an Oak Brook, Illinois -based technology solutions and services provider that delivers frictionless IT experiences by designing, developing and delivering technology infrastructure solutions and services that accelerate business outcomes on behalf of its clients. During GenNx360's investment, the Company experienced impressive organic growth, completed an acquisition of a highly strategic AIOps-enabled managed services provider ("MSP") and significantly increased overall profitability through several well-executed margin enhancement initiatives. A committed focus to the Company's services strategy further fueled organic growth and strengthened the Company's overall value proposition. Through the support of GenNx360, the Company also successfully launched an AI and Intelligent Automation strategy. This strategy included commercializing an AI offering to better serve the Company's clients, as well as optimizing the Company's internal operations. "The completion of this transaction marks a significant milestone for ITsavvy and for GenNx360. Over the past two years, ITsavvy has undergone exceptional growth and transformation under the leadership of Munu Gandhi and his team. Their dedication and collaboration with our firm have been critical to the company's success. We are proud of ITsavvy's achievements and confident it will continue to thrive as part of Xerox," said Ron Blaylock , GenNx360 Founder and Managing Partner, and Chairman of the ITsavvy Board of Directors. "We appreciate GenNx360's support and strategic insights over the past two years. They have been an outstanding partner to work with to enhance and evolve our platform," said ITsavvy CEO, Munu Gandhi. "We are excited to join forces with a longstanding company in Xerox, one of the great global brands, and we look forward to supporting their next stage of growth." "As part of our Reinvention, we have created a greater organizational focus on our emerging IT Services capabilities," said John Bruno , President and Chief Operating Officer at Xerox. "ITsavvy's complementary offerings, combined with our reputation, position us to accelerate growth across key markets and unlock new opportunities to help clients transform the way they work." "It has been a privilege to work with Munu and the ITsavvy team over the past two years. We are incredibly proud of the Company's growth and look forward to following their success in the future," said Peter White , Principal at GenNx360 and ITsavvy Board Member. This transaction underscores GenNx360's focus on driving operational excellence and delivering strong outcomes for our investors. Loeb & Loeb and Greenberg Traurig served as legal advisors to ITsavvy and GenNx360. About ITsavvy LLC ITsavvy is an industry-leading IT infrastructure solutions provider with comprehensive value added resell capabilities. Founded in 2004 in suburban Chicago , ITsavvy provides frictionless client experiences through the deployment of holistic solutions that deliver client business outcomes. For more information on ITsavvy, please visit www.itsavvy.com . About GenNx360 Capital Partners GenNx360 Capital Partners is a private equity firm focused on acquiring middle market business services and industrial companies. GenNx360 partners with companies having proven and sustainable business models in expanding industries with the objective of implementing and supporting value-enhancing organic and inorganic initiatives to accelerate growth, deliver cost efficiencies, and generate strong financial returns. GenNx360 was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in New York City . For more information on GenNx360, please visit www.gennx360.com . For media inquiries about this press release, please contact: Alicia Francis , Head of Investor Communications investorrelations@gennx360.com Phone: 929.287.6107 View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/gennx360-capital-partners-finalizes-the-sale-of-itsavvy-to-xerox-holdings-corporation-302314576.html SOURCE GenNx360 Capital PartnersAP News Summary at 6:13 p.m. EST

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