Houston's Al-Shaair apologizes for hit on Jacksonville's Lawrence that led to concussion HOUSTON (AP) — Houston’s Azeez Al-Shaair took to X to apologize to Jacksonville’s Trevor Lawrence after his violent blow to the quarterback’s facemask led to him being carted off the field with a concussion. Back in the starting lineup after missing two games with a sprained left shoulder, Lawrence scrambled left on a second-and-7 play in the second quarter of Houston’s 23-20 win on Sunday. He initiated a slide before Al-Shaair raised his forearm and unleashed on the defenseless quarterback. In the long post, Al-Shaair says "To Trevor I genuinely apologize to you for what ended up happening.” Jets are sticking with struggling Aaron Rodgers as their starting quarterback Aaron Rodgers will remain the New York Jets’ starting quarterback despite speculation the team could bench him in what has been a disappointing season. Interim coach Jeff Ulbrich said during a video call that he still believes Rodgers, who turned 41 on Monday, gives the Jets their best chance to win. Rodgers was 21 of 39 for 185 yards and touchdown passes to Davante Adams and Isaiah Davis but also had an interception returned 92 yards for a touchdown by Leonard Williams in the Jets’ 26-21 loss to Seattle on Sunday. Hall of Famer Randy Moss reveals he's 'battling something' internal and asks for prayers Hall of Fame wide receiver Randy Moss revealed he’s dealing with a health issue and asked fans to pray for him and his family. The 47-year-old ESPN football analyst made the announcement on Instagram from the set of the network’s “Sunday NFL Countdown” show. He directed his message to men and urged them to get checkups and bloodwork done, without specifying for any particular illness. Moss explained why he’s been wearing tinted sunglasses, saying, “I’m battling something, man, and it’s something internal, your boy is going to get through it.” College playoff bracket offers last dress rehearsal and one more chance to see where the SEC stands The next set of College Football Playoff rankings will be released Tuesday night under heavy scrutiny before the final bracket is set on Sunday. It will be one last chance to see just how much the selection committee loves the Southeastern Conference. The best gauge will be whether Miami, which suffered its second loss over the weekend, is placed behind any or all three SEC teams with three losses — Alabama, Mississippi and South Carolina, all of which are coming off wins. Whatever happens, the SEC is likely to have at least five teams in the 12-team field when the final bracket comes out. Mollie Marcoux Samaan stepping down as LPGA commissioner after 3 1/2 years of record prize money Mollie Marcoux Samaan is leaving after more than three years as LPGA commissioner. In a surprise announcement Monday, Marcoux Samaan says she will step down in January, just three weeks before the LPGA starts its 75th season. Liz Moore is the chief legal and technology officer. She'll be serving as interim commissioner until a search committee can find a permanent replacement. Marcoux Samaan was the athletic director at Princeton when she took over the LPGA in May 2021. Prize money has soared during her tenure. She also has faced criticism for the LPGA not gaining in popularity during a rise in women's sports. Kansas holds off Auburn for No. 1 in AP Top 25 as SEC grabs 3 of top 4 spots; UConn slides to No. 25 Kansas continues to hold the No. 1 ranking in The Associated Press Top 25 men’s college basketball poll. Auburn is pushing the Jayhawks in the latest poll after winning the Maui Invitational and checked in at No. 2. Two-time reigning national champion UConn nearly fell out entirely after an 0-3 week at Maui, falling from No. 2 to 25th. The Southeastern Conference had three of the top four teams with No. 3 Tennessee and No. 4 Kentucky behind the Tigers. The poll featured six new teams, headlined by No. 13 Oregon, No. 16 Memphis and No. 18 Pittsburgh. TCU, Duke climb into top 10, Notre Dame drops in women's AP Top 25; UCLA and UConn remain 1-2 TCU has its best ranking ever in The Associated Press Top 25 women’s basketball poll after a convincing win over Notre Dame. The Horned Frogs jumped eight spots to No. 9, the first time the school has ever been in the top 10. The Fighting Irish, who were third last week, fell seven spots to 10th after losses to TCU and Utah. UCLA remained No. 1, followed by UConn, South Carolina, Texas and LSU. USC, Maryland and Duke are next. USC QB Miller Moss enters transfer portal after losing starting job to Jayden Maiava LOS ANGELES (AP) — Southern California quarterback Miller Moss is entering the transfer portal after losing the Trojans’ starting job last month. Moss started the Trojans’ bowl victory last season and their first nine games this season before coach Lincoln Riley replaced him with Jayden Maiava in early November. Moss signed with USC before Riley arrived at the school. Moss also stayed 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. Michael Andretti's Formula 1 dream comes to bittersweet fruition without his involvement Michael Andretti has been sidelined from his namesake motorsports organization and won’t have any role with the Formula 1 program he spent the last four years desperately trying to launch. His effort to get a program partnered with General Motors into F1 was approved last week, a month after he stepped aside from his teams. F1’s decision to expand its grid for Cadillac F1 came amidst a federal antitrust investigation into why Liberty Media refused to admit Andretti Global and after Andretti partners Dan Towriss and Mark Walter claimed controlling interest of the fledgling effort. Ryan Poles to remain Bears general manager and lead search for new head coach LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — Chicago Bears president Kevin Warren said Ryan Poles will remain the general manager and serve as the point person in the search for a head coach to replace the fired Matt Eberflus. He says Poles will have the “final say” if the two have differing opinions on who should get the job. Chicago had never fired a coach during a season. But a six-game losing streak marked by questionable coaching decisions spurred the founding NFL franchise to change course. The Bears let Eberflus go Friday and replaced him on an interim basis with offensive coordinator Thomas Brown.Asian Stocks Eye Gains as Wall Street Awaits Data: Markets Wrappaano manalo sa fortune gems 。

A campaign to stop wealth flowing out of Blaenau Gwent has been launched by Smart Money Cymru Community Bank. With the support of Blaenau Gwent County Council, the bank is offering a new community investment bond to businesses, charities, societies, renewable energy funds and other organisations looking to invest their funds safely, ethically and with a good return. Blaenau Gwent Councillor Jules Gardner said: “The purpose of this campaign is to offer local organisations a safe home for their investments and so, in turn, allow Smart Money Cymru to use that capital to lend to its members in Blaenau Gwent and other parts of South Wales boosting the economy and in turn improving living standards.” The bond, which can be from £10,000 and up to £85,000, offers good returns over fixed terms. And as well as a fair rate of interest, the CIB offers significant social returns for investors. A document highlighting the benefits of the CIB was launched at the Tredegar offices of Smart Money Cymru. The community bank has six staffed offices in South Wales providing face to face banking to its 14,000 members who benefit from its sophisticated loans and savings products. Chairman of Smart Money Cymru Alun Taylor said: “We are keen to keep wealth working hard for people in the area and I am sure this message will resonate with those who control the finances of businesses, charities, local authorities and other organisations. “We are proud of our role and the ways in which our work supports community cohesion and this is explained in detail in the document. “This means that an investor in a CIB is not only supporting their community, but can also be seen to be investing socially and ethically,” he said. More than 70 per cent of Smart Money’s current loans have been to people living in the most deprived areas of Wales, according to the Wales Index of Multiple Deprivation.Saturday, December 21, 2024 J apan has shattered its tourism records, welcoming nearly 33.4 million visitors between January and November 2023, according to government projections. The influx of travelers highlights the nation’s growing appeal as a global destination. Among the three million visitors in November, 247,500 were from the United States, showcasing Japan’s increasing popularity with American tourists. The surge in tourism follows eased travel restrictions and strategic promotional campaigns targeting international travelers. With the final figures for December yet to be tallied, 2023 is expected to surpass the pre-pandemic tourism high of 31.88 million visitors in 2019. Despite the surge in arrivals, 30% of visitors reported issues with overcrowding at iconic sites, according to a report by the Japan Tourism Board (JTB) Foundation and the Development Bank of Japan. Popular destinations like Kyoto’s Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Tokyo’s Shibuya Crossing, and Mount Fuji have struggled to accommodate the overwhelming footfall. Local authorities are considering measures to alleviate overcrowding, including timed ticketing, expanded transportation options, and dispersing tourists to lesser-known attractions. Balancing growth with sustainability remains a key challenge for 2025 and beyond. In 2023, 62% of travelers cited “nature and scenery seeing” as their primary activity, according to Japan’s Tourism Statistics. Japan’s stunning landscapes, from the cherry blossoms of spring to the vibrant autumn foliage, remain a major draw. Regions such as Hokkaido, Okinawa, and the Japanese Alps are gaining popularity for their natural beauty and outdoor experiences. Efforts to promote eco-tourism and preserve the environment are being intensified to cater to the growing demand for sustainable travel options. As visitor numbers rise, so do taxes aimed at maintaining infrastructure and preserving natural and cultural sites. The standard bathing tax, charged for hot spring experiences, is currently around $0.98 per day. However, in March 2024, the hot spring town of Higashi-Izu will increase this tax to approximately $2 per day, a move expected to generate additional revenue for local development. Additionally, three municipalities in Hokkaido have introduced lodging taxes in addition to bathing taxes, with 16 other municipalities considering similar measures. These taxes are seen as a necessary step to fund the upkeep of tourist facilities and manage the growing influx of travelers. Discover everything and anything about travel , tourism , trade shows at the Travel And Tour World , including breaking travel news and weekly travel updates for travel trade , airlines , cruise , railways , technology , travel association , DMCs, and video interviews and promotional videos . American tourists represent a significant portion of Japan’s international arrivals. With 247,500 Americans visiting Japan in November 2023, the U.S. market has become a critical segment for the tourism industry. Their preferences for nature-focused and cultural experiences are influencing promotional campaigns. Efforts to attract more American travelers include partnerships with travel agencies, increased flight connectivity, and targeted marketing highlighting Japan’s unique cultural heritage and scenic landscapes. Sustainability is becoming a priority as Japan’s tourism sector expands. The government is implementing policies to promote eco-friendly travel and reduce the environmental impact of mass tourism. Key initiatives include: The introduction of new EU-style green policies may also push tourists and businesses toward adopting eco-friendly travel habits. Japan’s tourism success in 2023 has set the stage for continued growth, but challenges like overcrowding, rising taxes, and environmental concerns must be addressed. Experts believe that enhancing infrastructure, dispersing tourists to less-visited areas, and implementing stricter sustainability measures will be crucial for long-term growth. As Japan prepares for another record-breaking year, the country must balance its booming tourism industry with sustainability and improved infrastructure. Travelers, policymakers, and local communities will all play a role in shaping the future of tourism in Japan. 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Business GPS NTP Network Time Servers Market Revenue, Insights, Overview, Outlook, Analysis | Valuates Reports 12-21-2024 01:32 PM CET | Advertising, Media Consulting, Marketing Research Press release from: Valuates Reports Business GPS NTP Network Time Servers Market A Business GPS NTP Server, also known as a GPS Network Time Server, is a specialized timekeeping device used in business and enterprise environments to provide highly accurate and synchronized time information to networked systems, devices, and applications. These servers use signals from the Global Positioning System (GPS) satellite network to precisely determine Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) and distribute this time information across the organization's network. The global Business GPS NTP Network Time Servers market was valued at US$ million in 2023 and is anticipated to reach US$ million by 2030, witnessing a CAGR of % during the forecast period 2024-2030. Get Free Sample: https://reports.valuates.com/request/sample/QYRE-Auto-39Z15522/Global_Business_GPS_NTP_Network_Time_Servers_Market_Research_Report_2023 The Global Mobile Economy Development Report 2023 released by GSMA Intelligence pointed out that by the end of 2022, the number of global mobile users would exceed 5.4 billion. The mobile ecosystem supports 16 million jobs directly and 12 million jobs indirectly. According to our Communications Research Centre, in 2022, the global communication equipment was valued at US$ 100 billion. The U.S. and China are powerhouses in the manufacture of communications equipment. According to data from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of China, the cumulative revenue of telecommunications services in 2022 was ¥1.58 trillion, an increase of 8% over the previous year. The total amount of telecommunications business calculated at the price of the previous year reached ¥1.75 trillion, a year-on-year increase of 21.3%. In the same year, the fixed Internet broadband access business revenue was ¥240.2 billion, an increase of 7.1% over the previous year, and its proportion in the telecommunications business revenue decreased from 15.3% in the previous year to 15.2%, driving the telecommunications business revenue to increase by 1.1 percentage points. This report aims to provide a comprehensive presentation of the global market for Business GPS NTP Network Time Servers, with both quantitative and qualitative analysis, to help readers develop business/growth strategies, assess the market competitive situation, analyze their position in the current marketplace, and make informed business decisions regarding Business GPS NTP Network Time Servers. By Type •Dual Network Ports •Four Network Ports By Application •Financial and Trading •IT Networks and Data Centers •Telecommunication •Education Key Companies SEIKO, Safran, Microchip, Meinberg, Galleon Systems, EndRun Technologies, Masterclock, Bueno Electric, hopf Elektronik, Brandywine Communications, Leo Bodnar Electronics, World Time Solutions, MOBATIME, Oscilloquartz SA (ADVA), Beijing Time & Frequency Technology, Signals And Systems India View Full Report: https://reports.valuates.com/market-reports/QYRE-Auto-39Z15522/global-business-gps-ntp-network-time-servers Please reach us at sales@valuates.com Address: Valuates, 4th Floor, Balaraj's Arcade, Whitefield Main road, Bangalore 560066 Valuates offers an extensive collection of market research reports that helps companies to take intelligent strategical decisions based on current and forecasted Market trends. This release was published on openPR.Tumor Resection at American Hospital Dubai Using Novarad's VisAR Navigation System a brain tumor was successfully resected. The VisAR system, known for its cutting-edge image placement, continuous registration, and instrument tracking capabilities, played a pivotal role in the successful resection of this complex tumor. By providing real-time 3D visualization of the tumor and surrounding blood vessels, the system allowed Dr. Dolati and his team to achieve precise navigation and ensure the highest level of safety throughout the procedure. Dr. Dolati shared his experience, stating, "I compared this amazing navigation system with Medtronic and I reached the same accuracy with a significantly higher number of options in terms of real-time window leveling, 3D visualization of the tumor, and blood vessels." He further praised the VisAR system's ability to enhance decision-making, particularly when dealing with such a delicate and complex surgery. This collaboration between Novarad and American Hospital Dubai highlights the hospital's commitment to pioneering new technologies and improving patient outcomes. By embracing the VisAR system, surgeons have access to real-time, highly detailed visualizations, improving precision and reducing the risks associated with challenging surgeries. The successful procedure continues to advance healthcare for both Novarad and American Hospital Dubai, demonstrating the potential of augmented reality in surgical navigation. The hospital continues to lead in adopting cutting-edge technologies to provide state-of-the-art care to its patients. About Novarad Novarad is a leading provider of innovative medical imaging solutions, committed to improving patient care and advancing healthcare technologies worldwide. With a focus on augmented reality and cutting-edge visualization tools, Novarad continues to set new standards in surgical navigation and medical imaging. 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On the final day of the 12-day-long "Shipmas" event, OpenAI introduced its latest reasoning models, named o3 and o3-mini. These models were unveiled as a preview, with no immediate plans for public release. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced that the o3-mini model is expected to launch by the end of January, with the full version of o3 to follow at a later date. Altman believes these advanced large language models (LLMs) have the potential to outperform existing ones, attracting both new users and investors. In preparation for the launch, OpenAI has invited researchers to apply for early testing of these models before they are publicly available. The application window for external researchers will remain open until January 10. Notably, OpenAI had previously released o1, initially known as Project Strawberry, in September of this year. Interestingly, the company appears to be skipping the o2 designation entirely, reportedly to avoid a potential copyright conflict with the UK-based telecommunications company O2. you all did incredible work here! https://t.co/vxHBwbvv2Z — Sam Altman (@sama) December 21, 2024 ALSO READ | Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses Update: Live AI, Live Translation And Shazam Showcased By Zuckerberg Earlier Finally Arrive OpenAI o3 Outperforms Its Predecessor The o3 model has reportedly set new benchmarks, outperforming its predecessors in multiple domains. It achieved a 22.8 per cent improvement in SWE-Bench verified coding tests and even outperformed OpenAI’s Chief Scientist in competitive programming challenges. Additionally, the model excelled in AIME 2024, one of the most challenging math competitions, scoring an impressive 87.7 per cent on expert-level science problems. When tackling the most complex math and reasoning challenges, o3 solved 25.02 per cent of the problems—far surpassing other models, which struggled to exceed a 2 per cent success rate. While the o1 models demonstrated strong reasoning capabilities and handled intricate problems effectively, the upcoming o3 and o3-mini models promise to deliver even greater performance. At present, these new models are undergoing rigorous internal safety testing.