Pandas An An and Ke Ke celebrate their 1st Christmas in Hong Kong HONG KONG (AP) — A pair of five-year-old pandas, named An An and Ke Ke, celebrated their first Christmas early in a Hong Kong park, munching on special treats and looking cute for the cameras. An An, the male panda, was presented with an ice slab that had “Merry Christmas” written on it with sweet potato and carrots while Ke Ke, his female companion, got a snowman garnished with slices of carrot and apple in a special press event Monday before visitors streamed to the park. China sent the pair to Hong Kong in late September in a bid to boost tourism in the city. Mickey, Minnie, Goofy and Wemby: Spurs-Knicks Christmas game is also an animated one at Disney World NEW YORK (AP) — There’s a Christmas Day basketball game at Walt Disney World, featuring Mickey, Minnie, Goofy and Wemby. While Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs are facing the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden, an alternate animated telecast will have the teams playing in the Magic Kingdom, with some Disney characters participating. The special alt-cast, the first animated presentation of an NBA game, will be shown on ESPN2 and also stream on Disney+ and ESPN+. 'Squid Game' returns looking for win with season 2 The first season of “Squid Game” was Netflix's most-watched series and went on to win a variety of accolades including the Emmy Award for lead actor in a drama series for Lee Jung-jae and a directing award for Hwang Dong-hyuk. The show returns for its second season on Dec. 26 and is already nominated for a Golden Globe for best drama. It's rare for TV shows made in Korea to have more than one season but Lee describes Hwang as “a genius.” A third and final season has already filmed. Netflix is also invested in expanding its “Squid Game” universe with a reality competition series and an English-language version in development. In the ruins of a bombed-out church in Lebanon, there's now a tiny Christmas tree DARDGHAYA, Lebanon (AP) — A Christmas tree stands among the fallen stones in the ruins of a Catholic church in southern Lebanon that was hit by an Israeli airstrike during the war with Hezbollah. It's a small and modest tree. There are no lights because the war destroyed power lines. The ground is too uneven to set up the Nativity scene. The priest says his blood pressure went up and he lost his balance when he saw the church's destruction. Now he leads Mass in an underground room that serves as a temporary worship space. He tells the community it “is more like the cave where Jesus was born.” Burt, the huge Australian crocodile who had a cameo in ‘Crocodile Dundee,’ dies at 90 The Crocosaurus Cove reptile aquarium in Darwin, Australia, says the huge crocodile that rose to fame with a cameo in the movie “Crocodile Dundee” has died. The aquarium says Burt died over the weekend and was at least 90 years old. A saltwater crocodile, Burt was estimated to be more than 5 meters long. The 1986 movie stars Paul Hogan as the rugged crocodile hunter Mick Dundee. In the movie, American Sue Charlton, played by actress Linda Kozlowski, goes to fill her canteen in a watering hole when she is attacked by a crocodile, before being saved by Dundee. Elaborate holiday light displays are making spirits bright in a big way CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — Tiny tots with their eyes all aglow might be enough to brighten some homes this holiday season. But others are adorned with thousands of blinking lights synched to blasting music. In Mesa, Arizona, 14 homeowners have been going all-out on holiday lights for 30 years, and those buying homes in the neighborhood often find the attics full of décor left behind by previous owners. In Santa Clarita, California, residents began coordinating their holiday lights to bring some joy to their community after an earthquake. And in Edmond, Oklahoma, those looking to the western sky will easily spot the Miranda family’s elaborate display featuring images and music from the movie “Wicked.” Santa braves the sticky heat of the Amazon jungle to bring gifts to children in Brazilian village CATALAO, Brazil (AP) — Santa Claus has braved the sticky heat of the Amazon rainforest this weekend, taking two boats to bring gifts to the children of a small village near the Brazilian city of Manaus. The visit was arranged by Amigos do Papai Noel, a Brazilian charity that has been taking gifts to children in the Amazon rainforest for the past 26 years. More than 600 children from different villages gathered in Catalao to receive presents from Santa, who dressed in his traditional nightcap, white gloves and red suit, while enduring the stifling jungle heat. NASA's Parker Solar Probe aims to fly closer to the sun like never before NEW YORK (AP) — A NASA spacecraft is about to make the closest approach to the sun. The Parker Solar Probe was launched in 2018 to get a close-up look at the sun. On Tuesday, Parker will pass within a record-breaking 3.8 million miles of the sun’s surface. That's nearly seven times closer to the sun than previous spacecraft. Scientists won’t hear from Parker until a few days after the flyby. It’ll continue circling the sun at this distance until at least September. Scientists hope to better understand what drives the solar wind and why the corona is so much hotter than the sun's surface. 174 Colorado skiers and snowboarders rescued after a lift cracks WINTER PARK, Colo. (AP) — Officials are investigating what caused a crack in a Colorado ski lift that forced the evacuation of over 170 stranded skiers and snowboarders. The evacuation happened Saturday on a gondola lift at Winter Park Resort. A spokesperson says the lift stopped automatically when a crack was detected in a structural piece of the lift. Passengers were lowered down by ropes over the course of about five hours. No injuries were reported during the rescues, which came at the start of the busy holiday season. 'Sonic 3' bests 'Mufasa: The Lion King' at the box office NEW YORK (AP) — In the holiday season battle of big-budget family movies, Paramount Pictures’ “Sonic the Hedgehog 3” sped past the Walt Disney Co.’s “Mufasa: The Lion King” to take the top spot at the box office. The results came just ahead of the lucrative Christmas corridor in theaters. According to studio estimates, “Sonic the Hedgehog 3” debuted with $62 million in ticket sales over the weekend. “Mufasa,” however, was humbled in its opening weekend, coming in notably shy of expectations. It returned just $35 million in domestic ticket sales.Mutual of America Capital Management LLC lessened its holdings in Collegium Pharmaceutical, Inc. ( NASDAQ:COLL – Free Report ) by 17.9% during the third quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 62,342 shares of the specialty pharmaceutical company’s stock after selling 13,586 shares during the period. Mutual of America Capital Management LLC’s holdings in Collegium Pharmaceutical were worth $2,409,000 as of its most recent SEC filing. Other large investors also recently added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Louisiana State Employees Retirement System raised its holdings in shares of Collegium Pharmaceutical by 1.9% in the 2nd quarter. Louisiana State Employees Retirement System now owns 16,500 shares of the specialty pharmaceutical company’s stock valued at $531,000 after acquiring an additional 300 shares in the last quarter. SummerHaven Investment Management LLC raised its stake in Collegium Pharmaceutical by 1.3% in the second quarter. SummerHaven Investment Management LLC now owns 34,773 shares of the specialty pharmaceutical company’s stock valued at $1,120,000 after purchasing an additional 452 shares in the last quarter. Price T Rowe Associates Inc. MD raised its stake in Collegium Pharmaceutical by 1.9% in the first quarter. Price T Rowe Associates Inc. MD now owns 29,282 shares of the specialty pharmaceutical company’s stock valued at $1,137,000 after purchasing an additional 535 shares in the last quarter. CWM LLC grew its stake in Collegium Pharmaceutical by 97.5% in the 3rd quarter. CWM LLC now owns 1,491 shares of the specialty pharmaceutical company’s stock worth $58,000 after buying an additional 736 shares in the last quarter. Finally, GAMMA Investing LLC increased its holdings in shares of Collegium Pharmaceutical by 124.5% in the 3rd quarter. GAMMA Investing LLC now owns 1,428 shares of the specialty pharmaceutical company’s stock worth $55,000 after buying an additional 792 shares during the last quarter. Collegium Pharmaceutical Stock Down 1.5 % Shares of NASDAQ COLL opened at $29.96 on Friday. The firm’s fifty day moving average is $35.69 and its 200 day moving average is $34.77. Collegium Pharmaceutical, Inc. has a 52 week low of $25.16 and a 52 week high of $42.29. The company has a quick ratio of 0.88, a current ratio of 0.97 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 3.43. The company has a market cap of $966.21 million, a price-to-earnings ratio of 12.91 and a beta of 0.95. Analyst Ratings Changes Get Our Latest Stock Analysis on COLL Insiders Place Their Bets In other Collegium Pharmaceutical news, EVP Thomas B. Smith sold 9,593 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, September 13th. The stock was sold at an average price of $36.62, for a total transaction of $351,295.66. Following the completion of the transaction, the executive vice president now owns 53,816 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $1,970,741.92. This represents a 15.13 % decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which is available at the SEC website . Also, EVP Shirley R. Kuhlmann sold 19,248 shares of Collegium Pharmaceutical stock in a transaction that occurred on Thursday, September 5th. The stock was sold at an average price of $38.30, for a total value of $737,198.40. Following the completion of the sale, the executive vice president now owns 120,161 shares in the company, valued at approximately $4,602,166.30. This represents a 13.81 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The disclosure for this sale can be found here . Insiders own 3.98% of the company’s stock. Collegium Pharmaceutical Profile ( Free Report ) Collegium Pharmaceutical, Inc, a specialty pharmaceutical company, engages in the development and commercialization of medicines for pain management. Its portfolio includes Xtampza ER, an abuse-deterrent, extended-release, and oral formulation of oxycodone for the management of pain severe enough to require daily, around-the-clock, long-term opioid treatment; Nucynta ER and Nucynta IR, which are extended-release and immediate-release formulations of tapentadol, indicated for the management of acute, severe, and persistent pain; Belbuca, a buccal film that contains buprenorphine; and Symproic, an oral formulation of naldemedine for the treatment of opioid-induced constipation in adult patients with chronic non-cancer pain. Featured Stories Want to see what other hedge funds are holding COLL? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for Collegium Pharmaceutical, Inc. ( NASDAQ:COLL – Free Report ). Receive News & Ratings for Collegium Pharmaceutical Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Collegium Pharmaceutical and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .Apple recently issued a critical security warning to iPhone users about sophisticated spyware capable of compromising devices without any user interaction. This revelation has sent shockwaves through the tech community, raising concerns about the vulnerability of even the most secure smartphones. This spyware, identified as Pegasus, developed by the Israeli firm NSO Group, can potentially grant attackers complete access to your iPhone, including your personal data, messages, calls, and even your camera and microphone. This isn’t the first time Pegasus has made headlines. It has been allegedly used in various targeted attacks against journalists, activists, and political figures worldwide. What makes this recent warning particularly alarming is the discovery of a new “zero-click” exploit, meaning the spyware can infect your device without you even clicking a malicious link or downloading a compromised file. This invisible threat has raised the stakes significantly, making it crucial for iPhone users to understand the risks and take necessary precautions. What is Pegasus and how does it work? Pegasus is a highly sophisticated spyware program that can infiltrate iPhones and other devices, turning them into surveillance tools. It exploits vulnerabilities in the device’s software to gain access to a treasure trove of personal information: The recent discovery of the “zero-click” exploit signifies a new level of sophistication. Previously, Pegasus relied on social engineering tactics, tricking users into clicking malicious links or downloading infected attachments. This new method bypasses any user interaction, making it incredibly difficult to detect and prevent. Who is at risk? While anyone with an iPhone can potentially be targeted by Pegasus, the primary targets tend to be: However, it’s important to remember that anyone can become a target, especially with the rise of “zero-click” exploits. What can you do to protect yourself? While the threat of “zero-click” spyware is daunting, there are steps you can take to mitigate the risk: What is Apple doing about it? Apple is actively working to address the threat of spyware like Pegasus. They have a dedicated security team that investigates and patches vulnerabilities. They also collaborate with security researchers and organizations to stay ahead of emerging threats. In response to the recent Pegasus attacks, Apple has released security updates and is actively suing NSO Group to prevent further abuse of their technology. My personal experience: As a tech enthusiast, I’ve always been mindful of online security. However, the news of “zero-click” spyware was a wake-up call. It made me realize that even the most secure devices can be vulnerable. I immediately updated my iPhone and reviewed all my app permissions. I also started using a VPN for added security. While these measures may not guarantee complete protection, they certainly provide an extra layer of defense. What does the future hold? The battle between security researchers and spyware developers is an ongoing arms race. As security measures improve, attackers find new ways to exploit vulnerabilities. It’s crucial to stay informed about the latest threats and take proactive steps to protect yourself. The threat of spyware like Pegasus highlights the importance of digital security awareness. By staying informed and taking precautions, you can significantly reduce your risk of becoming a victim. Key takeaways: Remember, staying vigilant and informed is your best defense against the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats.ragatha digital circus 。

PLEASANTON, Calif. , Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- 10x Genomics, Inc. (Nasdaq: TXG), a leader in single cell and spatial biology, announced today it had secured a permanent injunction in the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware against the GeoMx products sold by Bruker Corporation (Nasdaq: BRKR), which acquired the product line from NanoString Technologies. To minimize the risk of disruption to ongoing research, 10x Genomics requested a carve-out for GeoMx users who installed an instrument prior to the trial in November 2023 . The injunction, which the Court said it will enter in January 2025 , is expected to prohibit Bruker from making, using, selling or offering to sell in the United States its GeoMx Digital Spatial Profiler and associated instruments, reagents and services for RNA and protein detection. At the request of 10x Genomics, the injunction will not block ongoing research by researchers who installed a GeoMx instrument prior to November 18, 2023 . Such customers can continue to purchase GeoMx reagents for use with existing GeoMx instruments for purposes of continuing their ongoing research. The Court found that making such an exception for ongoing research strikes a "workable balance between protecting the patentee's rights and protecting the public from the injunction's adverse effects." In addition, the Court affirmed the $31 million damages awarded by the November 2023 jury verdict, as well as supplemental damages and interest that will be added to the total damages when final judgment is entered. "Today's decision helps to safeguard our decade-long investment in innovation and ensures we can continue to develop groundbreaking technologies that help our customers revolutionize science," said Eric Whitaker , Chief Legal Officer at 10x Genomics. "10x exists to fuel scientific progress – not stifle it – and that is why we've done our utmost to ensure this injunction was structured to protect both our intellectual property and existing GeoMx customers' ongoing research." The Court recognized the harm NanoString's infringing conduct caused 10x when it wrote in its ruling, "Having been careful not to license its technology, 10x suffers when it proclaims itself as an innovator in spatial genomics but a competitor is using the same innovative, patented technology." Today's Court decision follows a November 2023 jury verdict that found that NanoString's GeoMx products willfully infringed seven patents exclusively licensed to 10x Genomics by Prognosys. During the trial, the jury heard testimony from the sole inventor of the patents, Illumina co-founder Mark Chee , and NanoString CEO Brad Gray and NanoString CSO Joe Beechem. After hearing all of the evidence, the jury determined that all seven patents had been infringed by NanoString, that each patent was valid, that NanoString willfully infringed those patents and that monetary damages were owed to 10x for the infringement of all seven patents. In affirming the jury's finding that NanoString willfully infringed, the Court relied on the evidence showing that NanoString knew or was willfully blind that its acts would cause infringement of 10x's rights. The asserted patents in Case No. 21-cv-653-MFK include (a) U.S. Patent No. 10,472,669; (b) U.S. Patent No. 10,961,566; (c) U.S. Patent No. 10,983,113; (d) U.S. Patent No. 10,996,219; (e) U.S. Patent No. 11,001,878; (f) U.S. Patent No. 11,008,607 and (g) U.S. Patent No. 11,293,917. About 10x Genomics 10x Genomics is a life science technology company building products to accelerate the mastery of biology and advance human health. Our integrated solutions include instruments, consumables and software for single cell and spatial biology, which help academic and translational researchers and biopharmaceutical companies understand biological systems at a resolution and scale that matches the complexity of biology. Our products are behind breakthroughs in oncology, immunology, neuroscience and more, fueling powerful discoveries that are transforming the world's understanding of health and disease. To learn more, visit 10xgenomics.com or connect with us on LinkedIn or X (Twitter) . Forward Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 as contained in Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, which are subject to the "safe harbor" created by those sections. 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Parade aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. Maybe you need a new dress for an upcoming holiday party or you want a cozy date night number for those winter nights. Whatever the occasion, Aldi’s upcoming sweater dress might just be what you’ve been looking for. It's a comfortable, soft and affordable look. Plus, it’s similar to styles from designer brands like Tuckernuck and Ralph Lauren that are up to almost 19 times the price. From Nov. 27 to Dec. 3, Aldi is selling the Serra Ladies Cable Sweater Dress for $12.99 at Aldi stores across the country (while supplies last) in the Aldi Finds aisle. This specific dress comes in three styles and colors: black, cream and gray. The gray and cream options are the same style and fabric, but the black dress is an off-the-shoulder style. Related: Target Is Selling a ‘Beautiful’ $40 Sweater Dress for $28 That Looks Like a Nordstrom Style 8x the Price Serra Ladies Cable Sweater Dress , $12.99 at Aldi Aldi All three of Aldi's dresses hit above the knee and are made with cozy fabric. The cream and gray colors are made with 50% rayon, 30% polyester and 20% polyamide. The black dress is made with 74% rayon, 19% polyester and 7% metallic fiber. The black dress comes in sizes S-XL and the other two come in sizes M-XL. 🛒🛒 SIGN UP for our Pop Shop newsletter & get the best deals, problem-solving products & cool finds right in your inbox 🛍️ Hyacinth House Cream Whistler Sweater Dress , $158 at Tuckernuck Tuckernuck Related: Aldi's Popular $9 50-Piece Food Storage Set Is Back on Shelves, and Fans Are Stocking Up Quick Both the cream and gray colors of Aldi’s sweater dress are a very classic winter design; a sweater dress with a cable knit pattern running down the dress and a cowl neck that has some room so it doesn’t constrict you. The cream, specifically, looks like Tuckernuck’s Hyacinth House Cream Whistler Sweater Dress , which is currently $158. At first glance, they’re nearly identical, but there are some differences. Tuckernuck’s dress has a chunkier cable knit pattern along with a thick, ribbed hem at the bottom and the sleeves. Also, this dress has a ribbed mock neckline that doesn’t fold over, whereas Aldi’s has a cowl neck with a foldover turtleneck look. Tuckernuck’s sweater dress just looks more expensive overall (which is good considering the price difference) and it’s made from a heavyweight, soft knit fabric that’s 100% acrylic. Lauren Ralph Lauren Women's Aran-Knit Wool-Blend Turtleneck Sweater , $245 at Macy's Macy's As we also mentioned before, Aldi’s cream sweater dress is very similar to Lauren Ralph Lauren’s Women's Aran-Knit Wool-Blend Turtleneck Sweater , which is $245 at Macy's. Granted, this one is a sweater and not a full dress, but the similarities are there—especially with the paired skirt. The Ralph Lauren sweater has a foldover turtleneck along with a cable knit pattern. The hem and cuffs also have a ribbed hem (Aldi’s has a very thin one). This is made out of 55% wool, 25% nylon and 20% cotton. It also has that matching pencil skirt . So if you have a budget you want to stick to, but still desire a new cozy dress for the holiday season, Aldi’s Serra Ladies Cable Sweater Dress is worth checking out. Up Next: Related: Walmart Is Selling the Coziest $33 Knit Cardigan That Looks Just Like a Free People Style That's Over 4x the PriceWASHINGTON (AP) — Micah Peavy's 24 points helped Georgetown defeat Saint Francis (PA) 82-65 on Saturday. Peavy added six assists and three steals for the Hoyas (4-1). Jayden Epps added 23 points while going 7 of 17 from the floor, including 4 for 12 from 3-point range, and 5 for 5 from the line and also had six rebounds and three steals. Malik Mack shot 4 of 9 from the field and 3 for 4 from the line to finish with 11 points. The Red Flash (1-5) were led by Bobby Rosenberger III, who posted 20 points and seven rebounds. Riley Parker added 20 points for Saint Francis (PA). The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar . For copyright information, check with the distributor of this item, Data Skrive.Washington Commanders

The company earned strong ratings for technology excellence and customer impact AUSTIN, Texas , Nov. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Zilliant , the leader in pricing lifecycle management, has been named a technology leader in QKS Group's 2024 SPARK MatrixTM analysis of the B2B Price Optimization & Management market. Zilliant was recognized as a leader for its outstanding capabilities in leveraging advanced AI and machine learning to enable businesses to set dynamic, market-aligned pricing strategies. The company also received strong ratings for its outstanding capabilities in optimizing cloud costs and enhancing operational efficiency in complex multi-cloud environments. "Zilliant stood out as a technology leader by providing customers with the price elasticity modeling and real-time optimization they need to make strategic pricing decisions," said Dharun R, Analyst at QKS Group . "Its Price IQ solution delivers predictive pricing that helps businesses maximize profitability while managing risk. This enables companies to swiftly adapt to changing market conditions." The QKS Group SPARK MatrixTM offers an in-depth analysis of global market dynamics, major trends, vendor landscapes and competitive positioning. By providing a competitive analysis and ranking of leading technology vendors, the SPARK Matrix delivers strategic insights that help users assess provider capabilities, differentiate competitively and understand market positions. "This recognition validates our approach of putting customer trust at the center of everything we do," said Zilliant CEO Pascal Yammine . "By combining advanced AI capabilities with deep pricing expertise, we're helping companies transform pricing from a back-office function into a strategic driver of growth and innovation. Our customers' success in adapting to rapid market changes and delivering consistent value demonstrates the power of getting pricing right." QKS Group, a global advisory and research firm, evaluates vendors for its SPARK MatrixTM based on technology excellence and customer impact. It defines B2B Price Optimization & Management as "the part of the pricing solution that helps B2B organizations create effective pricing strategies that align business objectives by leveraging predictive and prescriptive analytics to maximize margins and recommend precise, dynamic, and optimized prices of products or services. It integrates and analyzes business data, easily manages prices, monitors, approves, and reports price changes, and provides insights into customers and markets to help organizations make informed pricing decisions." To download the 2024 SPARK MatrixTM analysis of the B2B Price Optimization & Management, go to https://qksgroup.com/market-research/spark-matrix-b2b-price-optimization-management-q4-2024-8096 . About Zilliant Zilliant helps businesses put pricing at the heart of their business by managing the entire pricing lifecycle. Zilliant's data science, cloud-native software and passion for customer success deliver the highest ROI, fastest time to value and highest customer satisfaction. Learn more about how Zilliant helps businesses unlock the full power of pricing at zilliant.com . Media Contacts Zilliant Treble Matt Grant [email protected] About QKS Group QKS Group is a global advisory and consulting firm focused on helping clients achieve business transformation goals with Strategic Business and Growth advisory services. At QKS Group, our vision is to become an integral part of our client's business as a strategic knowledge partner. Our research and consulting deliverables are designed to provide comprehensive information and strategic insights for helping clients formulate growth strategies to survive and thrive in ever-changing business environments. For more available research, please visit https://qksgroup.com/ QKS Group Shraddha Roy PR & Media Relations QKS Group Regus Business Center 35 Village Road, Suite 100 Middleton Massachusetts 01949 United States Email: [email protected] Press Release Source: https://qksgroup.com/newsroom/zilliant-recognized-as-a-leader-in-the-2024-spark-matrix-for-b2b-price-optimization-management-by-qks-group-872 Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/qksgroup Logo: https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2501519/QKS_Group_Logo.jpg SOURCE QKS GroupGoogle CEO Sundar Pichai was expected to fly to Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence on Thursday to meet with the president-elect, according to a report. Pichai is just the latest billionaire tech executive from whom Trump has sought counsel, along with Tesla founder Elon Musk and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, according to The Information . But this meeting comes after years of Trump accusing the massive search engine of fervent anti-conservative – and anti-Trump – bias. Meanwhile, the United States government is considering whether to break up Google after a judge in August ruled that the search engine is a monopoly . As president, Trump could influence the weight of the penalty Google will face for operating an illegal monopoly. As Pichai tries to warm up to Trump, he faces significant obstacles – including Musk, who owns Tesla, SpaceX, xAI and X, formerly known as Twitter. Musk became a close confidant to Trump during the course of his campaign, joining him onstage at rallies and at his Mar-a-Lago residence on election night – and donating a massive $250 million to his campaign and pro-Trump PACs. His companies compete directly with Google’s artificial intelligence ventures and Waymo, its self-driving car unit. Musk reportedly caught Pichai by surprise when he hopped on a phone call between the Google executive and Trump last month, according to The Information . During Trump’s first campaign and presidency, Pichai criticized the Republican president on his “Muslim ban.” “Let’s not let fear defeat our values,” Pichai wrote in a blog post in 2015 after Trump, then a candidate, proposed the ban. He doubled down in 2017, after Trump signed an executive order banning refugees from Muslim-majority countries, saying Google would “fight” the ban. Trump has sung a different tune on Google in recent months, defending the company and saying it should not be broken up, but he has still filled his incoming cabinet with anti-Google picks. Trump tapped Google critic Gail Slater to lead the Justice Department’s antitrust efforts and signaled his administration would continue going after tech giants. “Big Tech has run wild for years,” Trump said in a post on Truth Social announcing he would nominate Slater. Brendan Carr, Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Communications Commission, has similarly slammed Google in the past for squashing conservative voices. Pichai is not expected to try any negotiations on the antitrust lawsuit or future regulations during his meeting with Trump, a person briefed on the plans told The Information. Tech leaders are scrambling to curry favor with Trump ahead of his second administration as they fear intense regulatory scrutiny. Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg traveled to Mar-a-Lago to meet with the president two weeks ago and Meta donated $1 million to Trump’s inaugural fund, according to The Wall Street Journal. Billionaire Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is planning to meet with Trump next week, the president-elect said on Thursday.

FJWU hosts inspiring summitHezbollah fires about 250 rockets and other projectiles into Israel in heaviest barrage in weeks BEIRUT (AP) — Hezbollah has fired about 250 rockets and other projectiles into Israel, wounding seven people in one of the militant group’s heaviest barrages in months. Sunday's attacks in northern and central Israel came in response to deadly Israeli strikes in central Beirut on Saturday. Israel struck southern Beirut on Sunday. Meanwhile, negotiators press on with cease-fire efforts to halt the all-out war. And Lebanon's military says an Israeli strike on a Lebanese army center in the southwest killed one soldier and wounded 18 others. Israel's military has expressed regret and said its operations are directed solely against the militants. Israel cracks down on Palestinian citizens who speak out against the war in Gaza UMM AL-FAHM, Israel (AP) — In the year since the war in Gaza broke out, Israel's government has been cracking down on dissent among its Palestinian citizens. Authorities have charged Palestinians with “supporting terrorism” because of posts online or for demonstrating against the war. Activists and rights watchdogs say Palestinians have also lost jobs, been suspended from schools and faced police interrogations. Palestinians make up about 20% of Israel's population. Many feel forced to self-censor out of fear of being jailed and further marginalized in society. Others still find ways to dissent, but carefully. Israel's National Security Ministry counters that, “Freedom of speech is not the freedom to incite.” Somalia says 24 people have died after 2 boats capsized in the Indian Ocean MOGADISHU, Somalia (AP) — Somalia's government says 24 people died after two boats capsized off the Madagascar coast in the Indian Ocean. Somalia’s Foreign Minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi said 46 people were rescued. Most of the passengers were young Somalis, and their intended destination remains unclear. Many young Somalis embark every year on dangerous journeys in search of better opportunities abroad. A delegation led by the Somali ambassador to Ethiopia is scheduled to travel to Madagascar on Monday to investigate the incident and coordinate efforts to help survivors. Forecasts warn of possible winter storms across US during Thanksgiving week WINDSOR, Calif. (AP) — Forecasters in the U.S. have warned of another round of winter weather that could complicate travel leading up to Thanksgiving. 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Mutual of America Capital Management LLC reduced its position in Glacier Bancorp, Inc. ( NASDAQ:GBCI – Free Report ) by 5.6% during the third quarter, Holdings Channel.com reports. The firm owned 61,285 shares of the bank’s stock after selling 3,633 shares during the quarter. Mutual of America Capital Management LLC’s holdings in Glacier Bancorp were worth $2,801,000 as of its most recent SEC filing. Several other hedge funds have also bought and sold shares of the business. Natixis Advisors LLC lifted its position in Glacier Bancorp by 30.9% in the 3rd quarter. Natixis Advisors LLC now owns 331,121 shares of the bank’s stock valued at $15,132,000 after acquiring an additional 78,107 shares in the last quarter. Royce & Associates LP raised its stake in shares of Glacier Bancorp by 25.5% in the third quarter. Royce & Associates LP now owns 122,757 shares of the bank’s stock worth $5,610,000 after purchasing an additional 24,915 shares during the last quarter. OneDigital Investment Advisors LLC bought a new position in shares of Glacier Bancorp in the third quarter valued at approximately $252,000. Victory Capital Management Inc. boosted its position in shares of Glacier Bancorp by 0.4% during the third quarter. Victory Capital Management Inc. now owns 1,534,667 shares of the bank’s stock valued at $70,134,000 after buying an additional 6,394 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Venturi Wealth Management LLC boosted its position in shares of Glacier Bancorp by 44.8% during the third quarter. Venturi Wealth Management LLC now owns 2,995 shares of the bank’s stock valued at $137,000 after buying an additional 927 shares during the last quarter. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 80.17% of the company’s stock. Glacier Bancorp Trading Up 2.2 % Shares of Glacier Bancorp stock opened at $58.33 on Friday. The stock has a fifty day moving average price of $49.78 and a 200-day moving average price of $43.67. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.62, a current ratio of 0.80 and a quick ratio of 0.80. The firm has a market cap of $6.61 billion, a PE ratio of 36.01 and a beta of 0.77. Glacier Bancorp, Inc. has a 1 year low of $32.00 and a 1 year high of $59.19. Glacier Bancorp Dividend Announcement The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, December 19th. Investors of record on Tuesday, December 10th will be issued a $0.33 dividend. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Tuesday, December 10th. This represents a $1.32 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 2.26%. Glacier Bancorp’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is presently 81.48%. Wall Street Analyst Weigh In GBCI has been the topic of several recent analyst reports. Piper Sandler raised their price objective on Glacier Bancorp from $42.00 to $45.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research note on Monday, October 28th. Truist Financial raised their price target on shares of Glacier Bancorp from $50.00 to $53.00 and gave the company a “hold” rating in a research report on Monday, October 28th. Finally, Raymond James upped their price objective on shares of Glacier Bancorp from $45.00 to $48.00 and gave the stock an “outperform” rating in a research report on Wednesday, October 2nd. One analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating, three have assigned a hold rating and two have given a buy rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat, the stock currently has an average rating of “Hold” and a consensus price target of $46.20. View Our Latest Analysis on GBCI Glacier Bancorp Profile ( Free Report ) Glacier Bancorp, Inc operates as the bank holding company for Glacier Bank that provides commercial banking services to individuals, small to medium-sized businesses, community organizations, and public entities in the United States. The company offers retail banking, business banking, and mortgage origination and loan servicing services. Further Reading Want to see what other hedge funds are holding GBCI? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for Glacier Bancorp, Inc. ( NASDAQ:GBCI – Free Report ). Receive News & Ratings for Glacier Bancorp Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Glacier Bancorp and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .Cher’s memoir made Howard Stern want to ‘strangle’ Sonny Bono

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