Brock Bowers sets NFL rookie records as the Raiders roll to a 25-10 victory over the SaintsPlayersTV Acquires Cloud Media Center, Integrates Sports-AI Ad Technology to Surpass 1B Monthly ImpressionsThe Steam Winter Sale is here, and with it comes a blizzard of deals on games of all genres. But while the temptation to grab the latest AAA titles might be strong, there’s a special kind of magic to be found in games that embrace the winter season. Whether you crave the thrill of surviving in a frozen wasteland, the cozy charm of a snow-covered village, or the adrenaline rush of winter sports, there’s a snowy game out there waiting to whisk you away to a winter wonderland. And the best part? You don’t have to break the bank to experience it. Here are five fantastic snowy games you can snag for cheap in the Steam Winter Sale, guaranteed to warm your heart and keep you entertained through the chilly months. Winter has always held a unique appeal for gamers. Perhaps it’s the stark beauty of snow-covered landscapes, the sense of isolation and danger, or the opportunity to engage in winter activities we can’t always experience in real life. Whatever the reason, snowy video games offer a unique escape, transporting us to worlds where we can build snowmen, engage in snowball fights, or brave the elements in a fight for survival. And with the Steam Winter Sale in full swing, there’s no better time to stock up on these frosty adventures. This article dives into five such games, each offering a distinct snowy experience without putting a strain on your wallet. Get ready to cozy up with your PC and embrace the winter spirit! Imagine finding yourself stranded in the unforgiving Canadian wilderness after a geomagnetic disaster wipes out all technology. That’s the premise of The Long Dark, a first-person survival simulation game where you must battle the elements, scavenge for resources, and fend off wild animals to stay alive. Why it’s worth your time: The Long Dark is a masterclass in atmospheric storytelling and survival gameplay. The vast, snow-covered landscapes are breathtakingly beautiful, yet they hold a constant sense of danger. Every decision you make matters, and even the smallest mistake can have dire consequences. Personal Experience: I first played The Long Dark a few years ago during a particularly harsh winter, and I was immediately captivated by its immersive world and challenging gameplay. I spent hours exploring the frozen wilderness, hunting for deer, and desperately trying to keep my fire going through the long, dark nights. It’s a truly unforgettable experience that will stay with you long after you’ve put the controller down. Project Winter throws a chilling twist into the social deduction genre. You and seven other players are stranded in a snowy wilderness, and you must work together to survive and escape. But beware, traitors lurk among you, sabotaging your efforts and picking off survivors one by one. Why it’s worth your time: Project Winter is a thrilling blend of survival, deception, and social manipulation. You’ll need to gather resources, repair objectives, and call for rescue, all while trying to decipher who among your group is friend or foe. The snowy setting adds an extra layer of tension and paranoia, as you never know who might be lurking just beyond the blizzard. Personal Experience: I’ve had countless hours of fun (and frustration!) with Project Winter. The game is at its best when played with friends, as the voice chat becomes a chaotic mix of accusations, pleas for help, and desperate attempts to convince everyone you’re not the traitor. It’s a perfect game for a snowy night in, and the low price point makes it an absolute steal. If you’re looking for a more action-packed winter experience, Steep is the game for you. This open-world extreme sports game lets you shred the slopes of the Alps and Alaska on skis, snowboards, wingsuits, and paragliders . Why it’s worth your time: Steep offers a thrilling sense of freedom and adrenaline. You can explore the massive mountain ranges at your own pace, discover hidden challenges, and compete with other players online. The game’s stunning visuals and realistic physics make you feel like you’re truly carving your way through the snow. Personal Experience: I’m not much of a winter sports enthusiast in real life, but Steep gave me a newfound appreciation for the thrill of skiing and snowboarding. I spent hours mastering tricks, racing down mountainsides, and soaring through the air in a wingsuit. It’s a exhilarating experience that’s hard to put down. Frostpunk is a city-building survival game with a unique twist. Set in an alternate 19th century where the Earth has been plunged into a volcanic winter, you must lead a group of survivors and build a city in the harsh, frozen wasteland. Why it’s worth your time: Frostpunk is a challenging and thought-provoking game that forces you to make difficult choices in the face of overwhelming odds. You’ll need to manage resources, develop new technologies, and make laws to keep your citizens alive, even if it means sacrificing their happiness or freedom. Personal Experience: Frostpunk is one of those games that stays with you long after you’ve finished playing. The game’s bleak setting and morally ambiguous choices create a truly impactful experience. It’s a must-play for fans of city-building and survival games, and the winter sale price makes it an excellent value. Never Alone is a unique and beautiful puzzle platformer developed in collaboration with the Iñupiat, an Alaska Native people. You play as Nuna, a young Iñupiat girl, and her arctic fox companion as they embark on a journey to discover the source of an eternal blizzard that threatens their village. Why it’s worth your time: Never Alone offers a captivating blend of platforming , puzzle-solving, and cultural storytelling. The game’s stunning visuals, inspired by Iñupiat artwork and folklore, create a truly immersive and atmospheric experience. Personal Experience: Never Alone is a powerful and moving game that offers a glimpse into the rich culture and traditions of the Iñupiat people. The game’s story is both heartwarming and heartbreaking, and the gameplay is both challenging and rewarding. It’s a must-play for anyone looking for a unique and meaningful gaming experience. This Winter Sale, don’t let the cold keep you from experiencing amazing adventures. Bundle up, grab a hot cocoa, and dive into these incredible snowy games. Happy gaming!After growing up on General Hospital , Brooklyn Rae Silzer said goodbye to her longtime fans and TV alter ego, Emma Drake, earlier this week after her role was recast. Silzer, 18, broke her silence about her bittersweet departure on Monday, December 23. “A little note to my @GeneralHospital family and fans who have loved me over the years ❤️ B xoxo,” she captioned the social media post shared via X . “To my amazing General Hospital family who have supported me and watched me grow up over the years as Emma I am forever grateful,” she wrote. “Although sad my time as Emma has come to an end, I will cherish all of my memories and friendships made.” The actress continued: “I am so lucky to have been casted as Emma 13 years ago and to have had the opportunity to grow her character over the years.” She concluded, “I am forever thankful for General Hospital and Emma will always hold a special place in my heart.” Silzer joined the cast of General Hospital in 2011 when she was just 5 years old. She portrayed Robin Scorpio (originated by Kimberly McCullough ) and Patrick Drake’s (last portrayed by Jason Thompson in 2016) daughter, Emma, as a series regular until 2016. She has since popped up as a guest star. After more than a decade on the soap opera, Silzer was replaced by Braedyn Bruner , who made her debut as Emma on Monday. “SURPRISE!! My first episode as Emma Scorpio-Drake airs today!” Bruner wrote via Instagram at the time. “AHHHH!! I’m so SO excited and honored to continue this incredible legacy. & to my new family at General Hospital , I love every single one of ya. 🥹🫶 ✨.” Silzer, meanwhile, wished her replacement well in her social media post on Monday. “I am so excited to see how Braedyn takes care of Emma and bring new layers to her character,” she said of the newest soap opera actress. Silzer’s exit is the latest casting shakeup for General Hospital this year. Michael Easton — who played various characters including Silas Clay and Hamilton Finn — announced his departure in June after 944 episodes. A source exclusively told Us Weekly in August that Kelly Monaco was parting ways with the soap opera. The actress, who played Sam McCall for 21 years, confirmed her exit in October , hinting that it wasn’t her choice to leave. You have successfully subscribed. By signing up, I agree to the Terms and Privacy Policy and to receive emails from Us Weekly Check our latest news in Google News Check our latest news in Apple News “Last scene with the Davis girls,” she wrote via Instagram. “Still doesn’t make any sense to me.” The following month, Chad Duell announced his exit after 14 years on the show . “After many incredible years with General Hospital , I’ve decided to step away from the show,” he wrote via Instagram in November, reflecting on his time as Michael Corinthos. “This wasn’t an easy decision for me, but it feels like the right time in my life. I’m beyond grateful to Frank Valentini , the cast, crew, and everyone behind the scenes who have been like family to me throughout this amazing journey.” General Hospital airs on ABC weekdays. (Check local listings.)

AIM ImmunoTech Refutes Activist Group’s False and Misleading ClaimsEmanuel Wallace, 27, from east London, is better known as Big Manny by his 1.9 million followers on TikTok, where he shares videos explaining various science experiments from his back garden while using Jamaican Patois phrases and London slang. In early December, Mr Wallace won the Education Creator of the Year award at the TikTok Awards ceremony, which he said is a “symbol that anything that you put your mind to you can achieve”. The content creator began making videos during the coronavirus pandemic when schools turned to online learning but has since expanded his teaching from videos to paper after releasing his debut book Science Is Lit in August. He believes his “unconventional” teaching methods help to make his content relatable for younger audiences by using slang deriving from his Jamaican and British heritage. “The language that I use, it’s a combination between Jamaican Patois and London slang because I have Jamaican heritage,” the TikToker, who holds a bachelors and masters degree in biomedical science, told the PA news agency. “That’s why in my videos sometimes I might say things like ‘Wagwan’ or ‘you dun know’. I just want to connect with the young people more, so I speak in the same way that they speak. “The words that I use, the way that I deliver the lesson as well, I would say that my method of teaching is quite unconventional. I speak in a way that is quite conversational.” Examples of his videos include lithium batteries catching fire after being sandwiched inside a raw chicken breast, as well as mixing gold with gallium to create blue gold, earning millions of views. Mr Wallace hopes his content will help make the science industry more diverse, saying “the scientists that I was taught about, none of them look like me”. “Now me being a scientist is showing young people that they can become one as well, regardless of the background that they come from, the upbringing that they’ve had,” he said. “I just want to make it seem more attainable and possible for them because if I can do it, and I come from the same place as you, there’s no reason why you can’t do it as well.” The TikToker has seen a shift in more young people turning to the app as a learning resource and feels short-form videos will soon become a part of the national curriculum in schools. “I’m seeing (young people) using that a lot more – social media as a resource for education – and I feel like in the future, it’s going to become more and more popular as well,” he said. “I get a lot of comments from students saying that my teacher showed my video in the classroom as a resource, so I feel like these short form videos are going to be integrated within the national curriculum at some point in the near future.” He also uses his platform to raise awareness of different social issues, which he said is “extremely important”. One of his videos highlighted an anti-knife campaign backed by actor Idris Elba, which earned more than 39 million views, while his clip about the banning of disposable vapes was viewed more than 4.6 million times. He said there is some pressure being a teacher with a large following online but hopes he can be a role model for young people. “I’m aware that I am in the public eye and there’s a lot of young people watching me,” he said. “Young people can be impressionable, so I make sure that I conduct myself appropriately, so that I can be a role model. “I always have the same message for young people, specifically. I tell them to stay curious. Always ask questions and look a little bit deeper into things.” His plans for 2025 include publishing a second Science Is Lit book and expanding his teaching to television where he soon hopes to create his own science show.

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NEW YORK (AP) — The man accused of burning a woman to death inside a New York City subway train used a shirt to fan the flames, a prosecutor said Tuesday at his arraignment on murder charges. Sebastian Zapeta, 33, who federal immigration officials said is a Guatemalan citizen who entered the U.S. illegally, was not required to enter a plea and did not speak at the hearing in Brooklyn criminal court. Zapeta, wearing a white jumpsuit over a weathered black hooded sweatshirt, will remain jailed and is due back in court on Friday. His lawyer did not ask for bail. Zapeta is charged with two counts of murder, accusing him of intentionally killing the woman and killing her while committing arson. He is also charged with one count of arson. The top charge carries a maximum sentence of life in prison without parole. Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez called the attack a “gruesome and senseless act of violence” and said it would be “met with the most serious consequences.” The apparently random attack occurred Sunday morning on an F train that was stopped at the Coney Island station. Police said Tuesday the victim's identification is still pending. Authorities say Zapeta approached the woman, who may have been sleeping in the train, and set her clothing on fire with a lighter. Zapeta then fanned the flames with a shirt, engulfing her in fire, Assistant District Attorney Ari Rottenberg said in court Tuesday. Zapeta then sat on a bench on the subway platform and watched, police said. According to Rottenberg, Zapeta told detectives that he didn’t know what happened but identified himself in images of the attack. Zapeta's lawyer, Ed Friedman, did not speak to reporters after the arraignment. Video on social media appears to show some people looking on from the platform and at least one police officer walking by while the woman is on fire inside the train. NYPD Transit Chief Joseph Gulotta said Sunday that several officers responded to the fire and one stayed to keep the crime scene “the way it’s supposed to be" while the others went to get fire extinguishers and transit workers. “Officers who were on patrol on an upper level of that station smelled and saw smoke and went to investigate. What they saw was a person standing inside the train car fully engulfed in flames,” Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said. They eventually put the fire out, but “unfortunately, it was too late,” Tisch said, and the woman was pronounced dead at the scene. Zapeta was taken into custody Sunday afternoon while riding a train on the same subway line after teenagers recognized him from images circulated by the police. A Brooklyn address for Zapeta released by police matches a shelter that provides housing and substance abuse support. The shelter did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Federal immigration officials said Zapeta was deported in 2018 but later reentered the U.S. illegally. The crime deepened a growing sense of unease among some New Yorkers about the safety of the subway system, amplified by graphic video of the attack that ricocheted across social media. Overall, crime is down in the transit system compared to last year. Major felonies declined 6% between January and November compared to the same time period last year, according to data from the Metropolitan Transportation Authority. But murders are up, with nine killings this year through November compared to five during the same period last year. Earlier this month, a Manhattan jury acquitted former Marine Daniel Penny in the chokehold death last year of an agitated subway rider. The case became a flashpoint in debates over safety, homelessness and mental illness on the system. Policing the subway is difficult, given the vast network of trains moving between 472 stations. Each stop contains multiple entry points and, in many stations, multiple floors and platforms.Criticising the federal government's 'unilateral decision-making', Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Information Secretary Shazia Atta Marri has warned such actions could have far-reaching consequences, stressing that threats or coercion could not resolve the party's serious issues with the government. Marri condemned the decision to construct six new canals from the Indus River, calling it a blatant violation of the IRSA Act and the 1991 Water Accord. "Whenever the 1991 Accord is misused, the PPP has raised its voice," she asserted. Speaking during a press conference on Sunday, the PPP leader said party chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari didn't indulge in 'politics of ambiguity' and remained vocal when Pakistan's people were in distress. She further slammed the federal government for addressing the country's challenges superficially, presenting impressive statistics without tangible benefits for the public. "Bilawal is deeply concerned about the federal government's approach to addressing the country's challenges", she said. Referring to Bilawal's recent statements, Marri said that the Bhutto scion rightly pointed out that the people of Pakistan desired political and economic stability, relief from inflation and poverty, and demanded prosperity. However, she said, while the government presented impressive statistics, they did not translate into tangible benefits for the people. Addressing international criticism, Member of National Assembly (MNA) Shazia Marri remarked that when staunch supporters of Israel in the US spoke against Pakistan's defence assets, their local allies celebrated. She noted that these pro-Israel elements were not only advocating sanctions on Pakistan's missile technology but also supporting an accused in prison. Marri challenged PTI founder Imran Khan to openly condemn such actions if he truly believed these individuals were wrong to target Pakistan's defence assets. However, she noted his silence on the matter and declared that the PPP would not allow anyone to compromise Pakistan's interests. Shazia Atta Marri criticised the federal government for failing to convene a Council of Common Interests (CCI) meeting, terming it a constitutional violation. She highlighted that the federal Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) had allocated only seven projects worth Rs77.2 billion to Sindh, compared to 34 projects worth Rs693.4 billion for Punjab, 21 projects for Balochistan, and 30 for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. She also criticised the federal energy minister for his 'arrogant attitude' and 'unserious demeanour' in parliamentary sessions. Marri recalled that the minister admitted in the House to providing incorrect answers initially, only to correct them later. She stressed that the PPP's rejection of politics based on hatred and division should not be mistaken for weakness. Additionally, Marri condemned the federal and Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa governments for neglecting the people of Parachinar, leaving them without support amidst their struggles. Shazia Atta Marri remarked that the enthusiastic participation from every corner of the country on the 17th martyrdom anniversary of slain former prime minister Benazir Bhutto had set a new precedent. She expressed confidence that the spirit and determination with which people had gathered in Garhi Khuda Bakhsh was a testament to their commitment to continuing the mission of Benazir Bhutto. She reiterated Bilawal's assertion that if Pakistan's nuclear assets or missile technology were ever under threat, the entire nation must unite to defend them. COMMENTS Comments are moderated and generally will be posted if they are on-topic and not abusive. For more information, please see ourEXCLUSIVE: SoundHound AI CEO On 882% Growth — 'We're Just Getting Started'

Delta Capital Partners Welcomes Accomplished Professionals to C-SuiteGATE CITY – A Southwest Virginia housing shortage and meeting electrical grid needs are on the region’s legislative plate when the General Assembly convenes in January. With Virginia looking at a $4.7 billion surplus coming out of the current fiscal year, Delegate Terry Kilgore, R-45th, Gate City said Wednesday that will affect budget planning in the 2025 legislative session. “ With a Republican governor and a legislature controlled by Democrats, there’s going to be a lot of give and take,” said Kilgore. “We’re going to work to represent Southwest Virginia across party lines. We did well in the (biennium) budget, and we do well in the budget. The governor was great on the disaster and set up the disaster fund.” Congress on Thursday failed to pass a continuing resolution that Kilgore said would have helped several Southwest Virginia localities in their recovery from hurricane Helene. “This is not a partisan issue on disaster relief,” Kilgore said. “Damascus and Grayson County were the hardest hit, but we had a lot of farm damage, fences and trees down across the region, so it was going to help a lot of people.” “Having Senator Pillion (Todd Pillion, R-6th, Abingdon) as an appropriator on the Budget Committee and as a conferee has been very helpful,” Kilgore said of his state Senate counterpart from the Southwest legislative delegation. “He gets along great with both sides of the aisle.” Kilgore said he and Pillion will be working on a range of issues in the January session. Housing A nationwide housing shortage is hampering Southwest Virginia’s ability to recruit new business and industry to the region, Kilgore said. “For the new jobs we’ve announced with Bolo Wrap and Earthlink in Wise County and Norton, we’ve got to have housing to fill out some of our other parks, said Kilgore. Talks with the Virginia Tobacco Commission, Department of Housing and Community Development and Trade Secretary Caren Merrick have helped find some planning money to look at ways to deal with housing needs, Kilgore said. He referred to Wise County’s 2023 housing needs study, which identified a lack of affordable starter homes and rental housing for new workers. “Governor still pushing funding for places that have sites ready,” Kilgore said, “and we’re pushing for some of those dollars to make sure we’ve got sites ready to go for businesses that want to locate in our area. We’re going to have to find some sites in Southwest Virginia to get ready to build housing on. Businesses don’t want to wait four or five years to get something going.” Middle class housing is key to the region’s business recruitment efforts, Kilgore said, and making that housing affordable is a problem “Right now, there’s a lot of federal money out there for low income housing that you can get but, as far as addressing that workforce shortage, that’s what we’re all going to try to work on this year,” said Kilgore. “We’re not the only state facing that issue. It’s hard to get a married couple or first-time homebuyer because they can’t afford the payments.” With home mortgage rates now in the 7-8% range instead of the 2-3% range five years ago, Kilgore said state government needs to find ways developers can reduce housing unit costs for families and first-time home buyers. “We know here in Scott County there’s a big housing shortage,” Kilgore said. “Folks just can’t find housing, and you know where we lose them to? They go right across the state line to Tennessee. A lot of the workers at Tempurpedic and some of our other businesses live in Tennessee, and that’s not helping our economy. We’ve got to make sure we’ve got opportunities here.” Energy Southwest Virginia is poised to see more data centers locating to the region as Northern Virginia becomes saturated with them, Kilgore said. Besides the need for housing, according to a December state Joint Legislative Audit Review Commission study says those centers could placing increasing strains on electric grids. “It says data centers are eating up a lot of energy,” said Kilgore. ”If we don’t address it, it’s going to cause brownouts and blackouts in the future, so we have to address strengthening our grid. In that vein, I’m talking with Dominion and AEP to get some quick generation capacity down here.” The fastest way to provide more electrical generation capacity would be natural gas-fired power plants, Kilgore said. Building new plants still would be subject to state permitting requirements – including environmental studies and needs assessment by the grid regional transmission organization PJM - he added. Existing gas lines in the region could serve those plants, Kilgore said, and bringing those plants to Southwest Virginia would mean more tax revenue for localities. “We’ve got great broadband and we’ve got to address the power issue,” Kilgore said. “Once we do that, I think we can get in the data center business pretty fast.” Kilgore said legislators need to prepare for small nuclear reactors in the past two years and a December announcement by Youngkin that a company will develop a commercial fusion reactor in Chesterfield County. “I’m working on bill to get nuclear considered as a clean energy and subject to the Virginia Clean Economy Act,” said Kilgore. “Right now, it’s not really counted as clean energy even though other countries count it as clean energy. There’s going to be so much technology in energy in the next few years that we want to make sure the nuclear side is included. It’s the only way we can get to clean energy and nuclear has to be part of it, SMRs and things of that nature.” “Hopefully my friends on the other side will see that energy is very important to the Commonwealth,” Kilgore added. “It’s why we’re creating so many jobs right now, but we’ve got to be able to address the needs.” Inland port “We’ve got a lot of businesses in Southwest Virginia that ship through our ports and through trucking,” said Kilgore. “If we can get a lot of those trucks off I-81 and onto trains, it helps not only address 81 which is crazy, but it helps get some businesses and get some things going in Washington County.” With the Port of Virginia’s involvement, Kilgore said railroads Norfolk Southern and CSX should be willing to “play ball with us and help us develop a site between Abingdon and Bristol “ I think they’re going to be willing to play ball with us and help us develop a site between Abingdon and Bristol,” Kilgore added. UVA Wise Kilgore said he and Pillion will be advocating for two primary items for The ‘University of Virginia’s College at Wise: additional funding for a new classroom building, and getting the college designated as a research center. UVA Wise’s enrollment is strong, Kilgore said, and the college’s recent $11 million Bill Gatton Foundation gift is supporting the college’s nursing and data analytics programs. “We got planning funding last year for the college’s research center and that’s something we’re really going to be pushing this year,” said Kilgore, “to get UVA Wise designated as a research institution. If you are designated, you can start researching into areas that are going to bring money and investment into our region. Anyone who’s been to Virginia Tech can see what a research park did for them, and we need the same thing to start here in Wise.” “They’re doing well on enrollment and bursting at the seams, which is a good thing. Also, we got planning funding last year for the research center, and that’s something we’re really going to be pushing this year to get UVA Wise designated as a research institution. If you are designated, you can start researching into areas that are going to bring money and investment into our region. Anyone who’s been to Virginia Tech can see what a research park did for them. We need the same thing to start here in Wise.” Education “There’s been a huge investment in education that the governor came out with,” Kilgore said, referring to Governor Glenn Youngkin’s proposal for $50 million to boost student/school performance. “The one thing he’s addressing in the education area that really could be good for Southwest Virginia is school construction, ramping that up a little more. It doesn’t necessarily mean you have to build new schools, but repairing and modernizing the ones we have would be very helpful.” School divisions statewide are spending down the last of their pandemic-era American Recovery Plan Act funds in 2024, Kilgore said, and ARPA has helped school divisions complete needed school upgrades and repairs. With the state budget surplus, he said legislators could look at additional funds to support more school construction. “There are so many schools in Virginia built in the 50s, 60s and even 70s that are outdated and need repair,” said Kilgore. ”The only way we address it is the state does it. Localities can’t do it. There’s a strong possibility that we’ll add even more money to the school construction fund. Inner city Democrats and rural Republicans are going to come together on that.”

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