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George Weston Ltd. stock rises Monday, outperforms marketOttawa police mounted unit 'a game changer,' chief saysEmmerdale seems to have hinted at a distressing end for Leyla Harding, hinting towards a possible tragic departure. Leyla, played by Roxy Shahidi, has been a familiar face in the village since 2008 and has been at the centre of numerous impactful story arcs as well as lighter moments on screen. Her character's journey has been anything but calm, featuring everything from substance abuse issues to tumultuous love stories. She was also infamously shot by the villainous Meena Jutla (portrayed by Paige Sandhu) earlier in the series. Despite this, in October reports emerged suggesting Leyla's on-screen life would come to an intense conclusion, with a storyline designed to stir Emmerdale audiences. Roxy Shahidi's decision to leave follows a notable year for her, having participated in celebrity shows such as Dancing on Ice and Drama Queens on ITV . Leyla is reportedly getting killed off (Image: ITV) Read More Related Articles Emmerdale newcomer DS Foy 'set for romance with villager' - and she’s a Dales favourite Read More Related Articles Emmerdale Brenda’s exit date ‘revealed’ after 16 years - and it’s bad news for Eric According to a source speaking to The Sun: "Roxy has adored her time on the soap and has made so many happy memories since first joining when she was just 17. The cast have become like family to her, and she has grown so much as an actress. But now, she feels it's the perfect time to spread her wings and try something new.", reports Leeds Live . The soap recently teased viewers with insights that might foreshadow how Leyla's story will conclude a thought that is already stirring fan conversations. Lately, within the show's setting, Leyla has found herself assisting Brenda Walker (played by Lesley Dunlop) as she prepares to wed Eric Pollard (Chris Chittell), which could be where clues about her fate are hiding. Fans have 'worked out' how she dies (Image: ITV) Last week, Brenda was adamant about including fireworks in their grand celebration, but Leyla managed to convince her otherwise. Additionally, electrician Noah Dingle (portrayed by Jack Downham) paid a visit to Eric for some electrical assistance. Yet, some eagle-eyed viewers are speculating that the recent mentions of fireworks and electricity might be foreshadowing Leyla's tragic fate in the village. On social media platforms, one viewer speculated: "With all the talk of electricity, fire and fireworks, I wonder if it's a hint, to do with Leyla's exit? ". Another person responded, sharing the same concern: "I've been thinking this too, so sad she's leaving! " A third added their voice to the conversation, expressing dread at the possibility: "Oh god I hope not [sick face emoji] but perhaps it will be a big stunt or something." Emmerdale airs weeknights on ITV1 and ITVX at 7.30pm If you love your soaps pick up Love TV's Best of British Soaps, packed with all your favourite characters and storylines. As well as interviews and quizzes. Click here to buy or it's on sale at participating retailers.Sparks open 2025 season on May 16 against Valkyries
(BPT) - Tech gifts are consistently some of the most popular presents to give and receive during the holidays. In fact, according to the annual Consumer Technology Holiday Purchase Patterns report , a record 233 million U.S. adults (89%) will buy tech products during the 2024 holiday season. But with so many devices out there, it can be hard to decide on the perfect option for the loved one on your list. A tablet like the new Fire HD 8 from Amazon offers the versatility of an all-in-one device, with access to streaming, gaming, video chatting, reading or writing all at your fingertips. Fire HD 8 also features a vibrant 8-inch HD display and lightweight, portable design, for high-quality entertainment on the go. Plus, Fire HD 8 comes with three new AI features that can help you get the most out of your tablet experience. Check them out below and learn how they can help you with daily tasks this holiday season and beyond. 1. Meet your personal writing assistant Do you struggle with writing a heartfelt message or finessing a tricky email? Fear not! Writing Assist is here to help. Writing Assist works as part of your Fire tablet's device keyboard and compatible apps, including email, Word documents and social media. In just a few taps, you can transform your writing from good to great. Try Writing Assist's pre-set styles to turn a simple email into a professionally written note. Or, you can ask Writing Assist for grammar suggestions to make your writing more concise, or elaborate on your ideas. You can even "emojify" your writing to add more fun and personality. 2. Learn more in less time Say goodbye to scrolling through pages of information. The new Webpage Summaries feature allows you to learn pertinent information as quickly as possible. Available on the Silk browser on Fire tablets, Webpage Summaries provides quick insights on web articles. In a matter of seconds, this feature will distill the key points in an article or on a webpage into a clear, concise summary of what you need to know. 3. Get creative with your device wallpaper With Wallpaper Creator, you can easily add a touch of creative flair and customization to your tablet's home screen. You can choose from one of the curated prompts to get started on creating a unique background. Or, if you're ready to let your imagination run wild, type a description of what you'd like to see. For example, you can ask for an image of a tiger swimming underwater or a watercolor-style image of a desert landscape in space. Wallpaper Creator will then turn your vision into a reality, delivering a high-resolution image that you can use as your tablet's wallpaper. Celebrate an AI-powered holiday season Writing Assist, Webpage Summaries, and Wallpaper Creator are now available on Amazon's new Fire HD 8 and other compatible Fire tablet devices, including the latest Fire HD 10 and Fire Max 11 tablets. To learn more, or to order a new Fire tablet this gift-giving season, visit Amazon.com .Women more likely to need walking aids but less likely to use them – study
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Wampler Launches ReWired PedalLAS VEGAS – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and The Venetian Resort Las Vegas today announced a long-term licensing agreement to make the iconic luxury property on the Las Vegas Strip bookable through Hyatt channels, including Hyatt.com and the World of Hyatt mobile app, in the near future. Soon, World of Hyatt members and eligible meeting and event planners will be able to earn and redeem loyalty points on qualifying stays, earn credit toward the Brand Explorer Award and, for World of Hyatt elite members, enjoy additional on-property benefits. With this long-term licensing agreement, Hyatt will offer more choice for rewarding travel experiences and stays in the all-suite resort at the heart of the Las Vegas Strip. “Las Vegas is a perennial favorite for World of Hyatt members and our group business customers are requesting rooms at a higher volume than pre-pandemic due to the world-class entertainment and unique experiences offered by this dynamic destination,” said Mark Vondrasek, Chief Commercial Officer, Hyatt. “The licensing agreement with The Venetian Resort Las Vegas adds 7,000 rooms and 2.25 million square feet of meeting space, inviting Hyatt’s loyalty members and valued customers to have even more options to earn and redeem loyalty points when visiting Las Vegas.” The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, home to two luxury hotels – The Venetian and The Palazzo – is the only all-suite resort on the Las Vegas Strip. Combining the romance of Venice with the vibrant energy of Las Vegas, this iconic destination offers an experience that delights all the senses. Whether strolling along picturesque canals, enjoying a gondola ride, savoring culinary masterpieces crafted by some of the most celebrated chefs and restaurants on the Strip or experiencing world-class entertainment, including the revolutionary Sphere at The Venetian, World of Hyatt members will soon be able to earn and redeem points at this extraordinary resort. “Our legendary resort continues to lead the way on the Strip, setting the benchmark for innovation, luxury, and unforgettable guest experiences,” said Patrick Nichols, President and Chief Executive Officer of The Venetian Resort Las Vegas. “From unveiling reimagined suites and collaborating with world-renowned chefs to delivering unparalleled entertainment, we have consistently stayed at the forefront of this ever-evolving destination. As we embrace a new era for The Venetian Resort, this relationship enables us to expand our reach and connect with new audiences.” Following a transformative $1.5 billion reinvestment, The Venetian’s suites – the largest on the Las Vegas Strip – have been reimagined with designs inspired by the ornate costumes of the Venetian Carnival. Guests can drift along the Grand Canal aboard an iconic gondola, immersing themselves in the romance of Venice, Italy’s “Floating City.” At The Venetian, the charm of Venice meets the excitement of Las Vegas, while The Palazzo offers a contemporary take on luxury with sleek and modern sophistication. Together, these iconic properties offer an extraordinary getaway, complemented by award-winning dining from culinary legends like Wolfgang Puck, Thomas Keller, and Tetsuya Wakuda. A stay at The Venetian isn’t just a visit – it’s a feast for the senses. As part of this long-term licensing agreement, World of Hyatt will, in the future, offer elite Venetian Rewards members benefits within World of Hyatt. Additionally, in the near future, these two hospitality powerhouses will work together in the MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions) and convention space to also complement each other’s strengths in group business. Stay tuned for additional information on when and how The Venetian Resort will participate in World of Hyatt. The term “Hyatt” is used in this release for convenience to refer to Hyatt Hotels Corporation and/or one or more of its affiliates. ### About Hyatt Hotels Corporation Hyatt Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is a leading global hospitality company guided by its purpose – to care for people so they can be their best. As of September 30, 2024, the Company’s portfolio included more than 1,350 hotels and all-inclusive properties in 79 countries across six continents. The Company’s offering includes brands in the Luxury Portfolio, including Park Hyatt®, Alila®, Miraval®, Impression by Secrets, and The Unbound Collection by Hyatt®; the Lifestyle Portfolio, including Andaz®, Thompson Hotels®, The Standard®, Dream® Hotels, The StandardX, Breathless Resorts & Spas®, JdV by Hyatt®, Bunkhouse® Hotels, and me and all hotels; the Inclusive Portfolio, including Zoëtry® Wellness & Spa Resorts, Hyatt Ziva®, Hyatt Zilara®, Secrets® Resorts & Spas, Dreams® Resorts & Spas, Hyatt Vivid Hotels & Resorts, Sunscape® Resorts & Spas, and Alua Hotels & Resorts®; the Classics Portfolio, including Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Destination by Hyatt®, Hyatt Centric®, Hyatt Vacation Club®, and Hyatt®; and the Essentials Portfolio, including Caption by Hyatt®, Hyatt Place®, Hyatt House®, Hyatt Studios, and UrCove. Subsidiaries of the Company operate the World of Hyatt® loyalty program, ALG Vacations®, Mr & Mrs Smith, Unlimited Vacation Club®, Amstar DMC destination management services, and Trisept Solutions® technology services. For more information, please visit www.hyatt.com . About The Venetian Resort Las Vegas The Venetian Resort Las Vegas features all-suite accommodations across The Venetian and The Palazzo. The iconic resort’s experience is marked by a commitment to sophisticated play and light-hearted luxury, with world-class restaurants from celebrated chefs including Cote by Simon Kim, Bazaar Meat by José Andrés, and Southern California favorite Gjelina; the rejuvenating Canyon Ranch spa + fitness; a five-acre pool and garden deck inspired by the Italian Riviera including TAO Beach Dayclub, a Balinese-inspired tropical oasis; two landmark casinos and a poker room; Voltaire, a destination nightlife venue that blurs the lines between and intimate club and is home to the Queen of burlesque, Dita Von Teese; concert and non-stop entertainment including master illusionist Shin Lim; TAO Nightclub, and unparalleled retail experiences at Grand Canal Shoppes. A premier events and conference center, the resort is home to more than 2.25 million square feet of meeting, exposition, and convention space. The Venetian Resort’s brand-new loyalty program, Venetian Rewards, offers resort-wide earning and redemption for gaming play, including slots and tables, as well as experiential spend, such as dining, entertainment, hotel reservations, and more. The Venetian Resort Las Vegas is the only place fans can get the full experience of Sphere at The Venetian with concert and hotel packages including preferred seating. Sphere is a next-generation venue that will redefine the future of live entertainment. The Venetian® and other trademarks are used under license. The names and brands mentioned above are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective owners. MEDIA CONTACTS: Hyatt Kaitlyn Sheehy kaitlyn.sheehy@hyatt.com The Venetian Resort Las Vegas Anna Schmid Anna.Schmid@VenetianLasVegas.com INVESTOR CONTACT: Adam Rohman Adam.rohman@hyatt.com RelatedChristmas is a bittersweet time for the parents of kids at the Alexander Devine Children’s Hospice. On the one hand, there is delight in seeing their sons’ and daughters’ faces light up with joy as they meet Santa. And on the other is the ever-present fear that time together may be short. Hospice founder Fiona Devine knows exactly how these parents feel – the mum of three lost her son Alexander to a rare brain tumour when he was eight. Alexander was very ill for more than half of his life, and Fiona discovered there was next to no specialist care for children with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions in Berkshire, where they live. So she resolved to raise the money to pay for children’s palliative care services in the county and ultimately a hospice to help families like theirs. And this year the facility she named in honour of her beloved late son is able to make Christmas a magical time for the sixth year running. Fiona, 54, says: “I always wanted a big fireplace in the entrance to the hospice so Santa could pay the children a visit. We make Christmas special for our children, siblings and parents. We will also have real-life reindeer visiting and parties and lots of fun. “Having been a mum caring for my son, I experienced so much that when it came to building this hospice I wanted to make sure the little things that make a difference were taken care of.” Alexander was born healthy. “Our first born, very much wanted, very much loved, he was your textbook baby, he hit all his milestones beautifully,” his proud mum says. But just before his fourth birthday he became unwell. He had recurrent chest infections, headaches , nausea, and had fitted a couple of times. He was eventually diagnosed with a rare brain tumour. Fiona says: “Life within a split second was completely different and within 24 hours he was having his first round of brain surgery. “We were thrown into a world of fear and anxiety, never knowing what tomorrow might bring. You live from one hospital appointment to the next, one scan date to the next. You don’t know how quickly the cancer is growing, if it’s spreading. It just brings fear.” Over more than four years Alexander had operations, treatments and therapy to try to give him as much quality time as possible. He sadly died in 2006. For the last nine months he was looked after at home, with Fiona spending 23 hours a day caring for her son and the rest of her family. That was when she discovered there was little support available to them in Berkshire, apart from a community nursing team visiting for an hour a day. There was a children’s hospice in Oxford, but Alexander’s condition and having two other small children made travelling difficult. Fiona says: “I recognised there was a gap in the service that the NHS couldn’t provide.” In 2007 she launched the charity, and by 2009 they had raised enough money to fund a children’s community palliative care nurse and a nurse in the Royal Berkshire Hospital, known as Alexander Nurses. Fiona says: “I started very small from the dining room table. I did the banking, the thanking, the event planning, the PR and comms, every aspect of it. “We were just an ordinary family who had been blessed with an extra-ordinary boy and we didn’t have a network or connections, we just started from nothing.” The late broadcaster Sir Michael Parkinson became the charity’s founding patron and helped convince a donor to provide land for the hospice building. Fiona recalls: “Sir Michael told me to bring him to the pub for lunch. I went into that meeting thinking I would like three acres of land and we came out with six, such were his powers of persuasion.” In 2018, and after raising the £6million capital needed within two years, the completed hospice was opened by Sir Michael and then prime minister and fellow patron Theresa May – a day Fiona found “amazing and emotional”. The Alexander Devine Children’s Hospice Service, which still also provides community nurses so children can be looked after at home, has bedrooms, a hydrotherapy pool, sensory room, music room and self-contained apartments for families to stay in. One important aspect of the hospice is the interactive and sensory technology , donated by the charity Lifelites, to help the children find connection and fun. Lifelites is the only charity in Great Britain and Ireland that provides the technology, including the Magic Carpet – which projects interactive images around a child – Switches and iClick, to children’s hospices. Fiona says: “I love the Magic Carpet. All our children love it, as well as siblings and parents. I’ve even seen our staff have great fun on the Magic Carpet! Finding activities and technology that can bring siblings and families together is rare.” This family-oriented care is typical of the hospice, which ensures it follows the children it helps through every stage of their journey. Fiona adds: “We are with children on their journey from a baby to the age of 19. For some, the journey may be shorter than others, but the end-of-life pathway for our children can be over years.” Three-year-old Elikai Sousa is at the centre of the hospice’s Christmas appeal. He was born with a congenital brain abnormality, and parents Annicka and Politon were told he would not even survive pregnancy . Annicka says: “We treasure each day with our precious son. But the future remains uncertain. How to donate to Missing People Donate online: Visit this link or head to www.missingpeople.org.uk/mirror - read why we're supporting this campaign here. Text: To donate £5 Text HOPE5 to 70660 - To donate £10 Text HOPE10 to 70660 - To donate £15 Text HOPE15 to 70660 Terms & Conditions: *Text costs £5/£10 or £15 plus network charge. Missing People receives 100% of your donation. Obtain bill payer’s permission. Charity No England and Wales: 1020419 , Scotland: SC047419. Missing People will send regular updates via text and may contact you at any time to ask for your contact preference. Post: Please include your name and address and make cheques payable to ‘Missing People’ via free post: Freepost Plus RRKY–XSEC–XAEC. - Missing People - Roebuck House - 284 Upper Richmond Road West - London - SW14 7JE How your donation will help: £5 could help a missing child reach support - 11 could answer an urgent Helpline call from someone who is missing - £33 could give three families advice and help from a Support Worker - £110 could pay for two vital Counselling sessions to help a family to cope with the toughest of all losses How to contact Missing People - free and confidential: Call: 116 000. Text: 116 000. Email: 116000@missingpeople.org.uk How to contact Samaritans for mental health support: Call 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.org “To be able to come to Alexander Devine and experience the magic of Christmas and for a while forget about what might be is precious. His condition means that Elikai’s brain didn’t develop fully. “But he is still here to enjoy another Christmas. His life is filled with complexities and he needs round-the-clock care and a closely managed routine of medications. “Simple activities that other three-year-olds enjoy, like playdates and park outings, aren’t always possible, but the hospice provides a safe space where he can play, laugh and make memories with us.” Sir Michael died in August 2023, but his widow Lady Mary and sons remain involved with the charity. Fiona adds: “He helped us a great deal and was a lovely man.” Fiona was awarded an MBE for services to children’s hospice care in the King’s Birthday Honours list in June, and received her medal last month from Prince William . “It was a hugely proud yet surreal moment,” she says. “I wasn’t quite sure why I’d got it. I attended with my children Caitlin, 21 and Harry, 20, who are hugely proud of their brother’s legacy. Everything we’ve done and do is about Alexander. I’m just Alexander’s mum at the end of the day.” For more information on the hospice’s Christmas appeal, visit alexanderdevine.org/christmas
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Tributes were paid to the former Scottish first minister, who died suddenly in North Macedonia in October at the age of 69. A private family funeral has already taken place, with Saturday’s memorial service in Edinburgh held to celebrate his love of Scotland and his commitment to the cause of independence. But while some 500 people, including family, friends and politicians from across the spectrum attended the service at St Giles’ Cathedral, his successor Nicola Sturgeon was not present. A rift between her and Mr Salmond – who she had previously described as her mentor – developed during her term as SNP leader. Ms Sturgeon attended the funeral of Scottish comedian Janey Godley in Glasgow on Saturday morning. Her successor, Mr Swinney, was met with boos as he arrived at the service – held on St Andrew’s Day – with at least one person in the crowd outside on the Royal Mile shouting “traitor”. Mr Salmond stood down as SNP leader and first minister after the 2014 referendum in which Scots voted to stay part of the UK. He helped found and went on to lead another pro-independence party, Alba, with Kenny MacAskill, a long-time friend who served as justice secretary in Holyrood under Mr Salmond. Mr MacAskill, now the acting Alba leader, told the congregation – which included Mr Salmond’s widow Moira as well as Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar, former Labour first minister Henry McLeish and Scottish Conservative leader Russell Findlay – that Mr Salmond had been a “giant of man”. Mr MacAskill, who quit the SNP to join Alba, hailed Mr Salmond as “an inspiration, a political genius” and being “most of all a man who had the cause of independence burned into his heart and seared in his soul”. The cause of independence was Mr Salmond’s “guiding light, his north star”, the former justice secretary said, adding that “he came so close to achieving it”. He added: “Those of us who share his dream must conclude that journey on his behalf. That’s the legacy he’d expect and the duty we owe him.” Recalling Mr Salmond’s words from when he stood down as first minister that “the dream shall never die”, Mr MacAskill concluded his address with the words: “Your dream shall be delivered.” Former Conservative Brexit minister and long-time friend of Mr Salmond, David Davis, gave a reading as did former Scottish government minister SNP MSP Fergus Ewing. Scottish folk singer Dougie MacLean performed his famous song Caledonia, while singer Sheena Wellington led mourners in a rendition of Robert Burns’ classic A Man’s A Man For A’ That. Scottish rock duo the Proclaimers were applauded for their performance of Cap in Hand – a pro-independence song which features the line “I can’t understand why we let someone else rule our land, cap in hand”. Brothers Craig and Charlie Reid said: “We’re going to do this for Alex, with love and respect and eternal gratitude for everything you did for our country.” Christina Hendry described her Uncle Alex as a “political giant, a strong leader, a fearless campaigner” but also remembered his as a “dearly loved husband, brother and uncle”. While she said he had been “the top man in Scotland”, he had “always made time for his family”, recalling how he phoned her brother on his birthday – the day after the Scottish independence referendum in 2014 – to apologise for not posting a card “as he’d been busy”, before telling them he would “resigning in 10 minutes”. She told the congregation: “As his family, we always felt loved no matter how far away he was or the time that passed before we saw him next. “We always knew he was standing up for our country, and for that we were grateful.” Ms Hendry continued: “The world will be a much quieter place without Uncle Alex, for Moira, for the wider family and for Scotland. “Uncle Alex passing means a great loss for many. A loss of Scotland’s voice on the international stage. A loss of integrity in Scottish politics. And a great loss to Scotland’s independence movement. “As a family it is likely a loss we will never get over.” Duncan Hamilton KC, who was an SNP MSP after the first Scottish Parliament elections, but also served as a political adviser and legal counsel to Mr Salmond, said the former first minister had “rightly been hailed as one of the greatest Scottish politicians of this, or any, generation”. He told how Mr Salmond took the SNP from being “a fringe act trying to get onto the main stage” to a party of government. “In Scottish politics, his success was both spectacular and unrivalled,” Mr Hamilton said. “Alex Salmond will forever be a pivotal figure in Scotland’s story. He changed a nation. He inspired a country. “History will certainly remember him as a man of talent, charisma and substance. But also as a political leader of courage, vision and intelligence. “He dared to dream. And so should we.” As the service finished the crowd gathered outside applauded and chanted “Alex, Alex” before singing Flower Of Scotland.
Patrick Fishburn leads at Sea Island as Joel Dahmen keeps alive hopes of keeping his jobIonQ, Inc. ( NYSE:IONQ – Get Free Report ) shares shot up 5.1% during trading on Thursday . The stock traded as high as $32.37 and last traded at $32.21. 24,277,856 shares changed hands during trading, an increase of 163% from the average session volume of 9,235,802 shares. The stock had previously closed at $30.65. Analyst Ratings Changes Several brokerages have recently weighed in on IONQ. The Goldman Sachs Group decreased their price target on IonQ from $11.50 to $8.00 and set a “neutral” rating for the company in a research note on Friday, August 9th. Craig Hallum raised their price target on shares of IonQ from $15.00 to $22.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a report on Thursday, November 7th. Benchmark upped their price objective on shares of IonQ from $12.00 to $22.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research note on Thursday, November 7th. Finally, Needham & Company LLC lifted their target price on shares of IonQ from $13.00 to $18.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research note on Thursday, November 7th. Read Our Latest Analysis on IONQ IonQ Trading Up 13.3 % IonQ ( NYSE:IONQ – Get Free Report ) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, November 6th. The company reported ($0.24) earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of ($0.22) by ($0.02). The company had revenue of $12.40 million during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $10.56 million. IonQ had a negative net margin of 457.85% and a negative return on equity of 36.82%. The company’s revenue for the quarter was up 102.1% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period last year, the firm posted ($0.22) earnings per share. Analysts forecast that IonQ, Inc. will post -0.86 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. Insiders Place Their Bets In other news, CRO Rima Alameddine sold 9,159 shares of IonQ stock in a transaction dated Monday, October 14th. The shares were sold at an average price of $10.72, for a total transaction of $98,184.48. Following the completion of the transaction, the executive now directly owns 648,783 shares in the company, valued at $6,954,953.76. This trade represents a 1.39 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through this hyperlink . Over the last quarter, insiders have sold 66,000 shares of company stock worth $972,331. Corporate insiders own 11.60% of the company’s stock. Hedge Funds Weigh In On IonQ Large investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the business. Arizona State Retirement System lifted its holdings in shares of IonQ by 3.6% in the second quarter. Arizona State Retirement System now owns 49,550 shares of the company’s stock valued at $348,000 after purchasing an additional 1,731 shares in the last quarter. Verity Asset Management Inc. boosted its holdings in IonQ by 12.4% during the 3rd quarter. Verity Asset Management Inc. now owns 33,898 shares of the company’s stock worth $296,000 after acquiring an additional 3,736 shares during the last quarter. HighTower Advisors LLC grew its stake in shares of IonQ by 29.3% in the 3rd quarter. HighTower Advisors LLC now owns 18,938 shares of the company’s stock worth $166,000 after acquiring an additional 4,288 shares in the last quarter. Quest Partners LLC raised its holdings in shares of IonQ by 4,824.2% in the second quarter. Quest Partners LLC now owns 6,500 shares of the company’s stock valued at $46,000 after purchasing an additional 6,368 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Principal Financial Group Inc. lifted its position in shares of IonQ by 40.6% during the second quarter. Principal Financial Group Inc. now owns 26,801 shares of the company’s stock valued at $188,000 after purchasing an additional 7,744 shares in the last quarter. Institutional investors own 41.42% of the company’s stock. IonQ Company Profile ( Get Free Report ) IonQ, Inc engages in the development of general-purpose quantum computing systems in the United States. It sells access to quantum computers of various qubit capacities. The company makes access to its quantum computers through cloud platforms, such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) Amazon Braket, Microsoft’s Azure Quantum, and Google’s Cloud Marketplace, as well as through its cloud service. Further Reading Receive News & Ratings for IonQ Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for IonQ and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .
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Packham resigns as RSPCA president after animal cruelty claims at approved farmsMONCTON, New Brunswick, Dec. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Major Drilling Group International Inc. (“Major Drilling”), is pleased to announce the appointment of Ashley Martin as Chief Operating Officer (“COO”) of the Company, effective immediately. “I am happy to announce the promotion of Ashley into the newly created role of COO. This appointment is in line with our strategic focus on growth and innovation. Ashley has dedicated 30 years to the drilling industry, with the last 23 years focused on Major Drilling's success. Throughout his career, he has excelled in various leadership roles, including General Manager of Canada and, more recently, Vice President of Operations – Latin America,” Mr. Denis Larocque, President & CEO of Major Drilling said. As COO, Mr. Martin will work closely with recently appointed Chief Technology Officer (“CTO”), Marc Landry, to implement innovative operational solutions and data technologies throughout the organization, a reflection of Major Drilling’s commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and continuous improvements on safety. “This new role will help support our growth initiatives in terms of integration of our latest Explomin acquisition, but also in terms of organic growth in new jurisdictions,” Mr. Larocque explained. “The creation of new COO and CTO roles is aimed at reinforcing our position as the leader in the specialized drilling market and meeting the increasing demands of our valued customers, as the long-term outlook for the Company remains encouraging,” said Mr. Larocque. Forward-Looking Statements This news release includes certain information that may constitute “forward-looking information” under applicable Canadian securities legislation. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included in this news release that address future events, developments, or performance that the Company expects to occur (including management’s expectations regarding the Company’s objectives, strategies, financial condition, results of operations, cash flows and businesses) are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are typically identified by future or conditional verbs such as “outlook”, “believe”, “anticipate”, “estimate”, “project”, “expect”, “intend”, “plan”, and terms and expressions of similar import. All forward-looking information in this news release is qualified by this cautionary note. Forward-looking information is necessarily based upon various estimates and assumptions including, without limitation, the expectations and beliefs of management related to the factors set forth below. While these factors and assumptions are considered reasonable by the Company as at the date of this document in light of management’s experience and perception of current conditions and expected developments, these statements are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies. Known and unknown factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements and undue reliance should not be placed on such statements and information. Such forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that include, but are not limited to: the level of activity in the mining industry and the demand for the Company’s services; competitive pressures; global and local political and economic environments and conditions; the level of funding for the Company’s clients (particularly for junior mining companies); the Company’s dependence on key customers; the integration of business acquisitions and the realization of the intended benefits of such acquisitions; efficient management of the Company’s growth; exposure to currency movements (which can affect the Company’s revenue in Canadian dollars); currency restrictions; safety of the Company’s workforce; risks and uncertainties relating to climate change and natural disaster; the geographic distribution of the Company’s operations; the impact of operational changes; changes in jurisdictions in which the Company operates (including changes in regulation); failure by counterparties to fulfill contractual obligations; disease outbreak; as well as other risk factors described under “General Risks and Uncertainties” in the Company’s MD&A for the year ended April 30, 2024, available on the SEDAR+ website at www.sedarplus.ca . Should one or more risk, uncertainty, contingency, or other factor materialize or should any factor or assumption prove incorrect, actual results could vary materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking information. Forward-looking statements made in this document are made as of the date of this document and the Company disclaims any intention and assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, even if new information becomes available, as a result of future events, or for any other reasons, except as required by applicable securities laws. About Major Drilling Major Drilling Group International Inc. is the world’s leading provider of specialized drilling services primarily serving the mining industry. Established in 1980, Major Drilling has over 1,000 years of combined experience and expertise within its management team. The Company maintains field operations and offices in North America, South America, Australia, Asia, Africa, and Europe. Major Drilling provides a complete suite of drilling services including surface and underground coring, directional, reverse circulation, sonic, geotechnical, environmental, water-well, coal-bed methane, shallow gas, underground percussive/longhole drilling, surface drill and blast, a variety of mine services, and ongoing development of data-driven, high-tech drillside solutions. For further information: Ryan Hanley Director, Corporate Development & Investor Relations Tel: (506) 857-8636 ir@majordrilling.com
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SoundHound AI, Inc. ( NASDAQ:SOUN – Get Free Report ) traded up 3.5% during trading on Thursday . The company traded as high as $7.89 and last traded at $7.88. 32,377,547 shares changed hands during trading, a decline of 8% from the average session volume of 35,208,672 shares. The stock had previously closed at $7.61. Wall Street Analyst Weigh In Several equities research analysts have recently weighed in on SOUN shares. DA Davidson reissued a “buy” rating and issued a $9.50 target price on shares of SoundHound AI in a research report on Monday, September 30th. LADENBURG THALM/SH SH reissued a “neutral” rating and issued a $7.00 price objective on shares of SoundHound AI in a report on Wednesday, November 13th. Northland Securities increased their target price on SoundHound AI from $5.50 to $6.00 and gave the stock a “market perform” rating in a report on Friday, August 9th. Cantor Fitzgerald upgraded SoundHound AI from a “neutral” rating to an “overweight” rating and boosted their price target for the company from $5.00 to $7.00 in a report on Friday, August 9th. Finally, HC Wainwright raised their price objective on SoundHound AI from $7.00 to $8.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research note on Thursday, November 14th. Three equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and four have assigned a buy rating to the company. According to MarketBeat.com, SoundHound AI currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $7.64. View Our Latest Stock Report on SOUN SoundHound AI Trading Up 18.1 % SoundHound AI ( NASDAQ:SOUN – Get Free Report ) last posted its earnings results on Tuesday, November 12th. The company reported ($0.06) EPS for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of ($0.07) by $0.01. The firm had revenue of $25.10 million during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $23.02 million. SoundHound AI had a negative net margin of 163.58% and a negative return on equity of 55.58%. SoundHound AI’s quarterly revenue was up 88.7% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter in the prior year, the firm earned ($0.09) EPS. As a group, analysts expect that SoundHound AI, Inc. will post -0.38 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. Insider Transactions at SoundHound AI In related news, Director Eric R. Ball sold 30,000 shares of the stock in a transaction that occurred on Monday, November 25th. The shares were sold at an average price of $8.03, for a total transaction of $240,900.00. Following the completion of the sale, the director now directly owns 110,907 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $890,583.21. This represents a 21.29 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available at the SEC website . Also, CEO Keyvan Mohajer sold 90,641 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, September 20th. The stock was sold at an average price of $4.88, for a total transaction of $442,328.08. Following the sale, the chief executive officer now owns 2,362,692 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $11,529,936.96. The trade was a 3.69 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The disclosure for this sale can be found here . In the last three months, insiders sold 337,275 shares of company stock valued at $1,811,044. Company insiders own 12.28% of the company’s stock. Institutional Investors Weigh In On SoundHound AI Institutional investors and hedge funds have recently modified their holdings of the stock. Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. boosted its position in shares of SoundHound AI by 11.0% in the 3rd quarter. Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. now owns 19,000 shares of the company’s stock valued at $89,000 after purchasing an additional 1,887 shares during the period. Integrated Wealth Concepts LLC boosted its holdings in shares of SoundHound AI by 13.0% in the third quarter. Integrated Wealth Concepts LLC now owns 17,150 shares of the company’s stock worth $80,000 after buying an additional 1,975 shares during the period. Genesee Capital Advisors LLC boosted its holdings in shares of SoundHound AI by 11.4% in the second quarter. Genesee Capital Advisors LLC now owns 19,468 shares of the company’s stock worth $77,000 after buying an additional 2,000 shares during the period. Signaturefd LLC boosted its holdings in shares of SoundHound AI by 19.5% in the third quarter. Signaturefd LLC now owns 12,255 shares of the company’s stock worth $57,000 after buying an additional 2,000 shares during the period. Finally, Newbridge Financial Services Group Inc. boosted its holdings in shares of SoundHound AI by 24.7% in the second quarter. Newbridge Financial Services Group Inc. now owns 11,720 shares of the company’s stock worth $46,000 after buying an additional 2,320 shares during the period. 19.28% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds. SoundHound AI Company Profile ( Get Free Report ) SoundHound AI, Inc develops independent voice artificial intelligence (AI) solutions that enables businesses across automotive, TV, and IoT, and to customer service industries to deliver high-quality conversational experiences to their customers. Its products include Houndify platform that offers a suite of Houndify tools to help brands build conversational voice assistants, such as Application Programming Interfaces (API) for text and voice queries, support for custom commands, extensive library of content domains, inclusive software development kit platforms, collaboration capabilities, diagnostic tools, and built-in analytics; SoundHound Chat AI that integrates with knowledge domains, pulling real-time data like weather, sports, stocks, flight status, and restaurants; and SoundHound Smart Answering is built to offer customer establishments custom AI-powered voice assistant. Further Reading Receive News & Ratings for SoundHound AI Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for SoundHound AI and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .NFL Announces Punishment for Colts QB Anthony Richardson