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VALPARAISO, Ind. (AP) — Valparaiso hired longtime Marietta coach Andy Waddle as its new football coach, athletic director Laurel Hosmer announced Monday. Waddle is scheduled to be formally introduced on campus Wednesday. He spent the last 12 seasons turning around the Division III program located in Southeastern Ohio. There, he went 55-61 after inheriting a winless team. He led the Pioneers to their first 8-0 start last season and matched the 1920 squad's school record with a 13-game winning streak that started in 2023. In 2024, Marietta made its first postseason appearance since 1973. Waddle went 16-5 over the past two seasons and produced seven winning records over the last eight seasons. The Pioneers had only two winning seasons in the previous 20 years. “I think there is a great group of young men on the (Valparaiso) roster, and we’re excited to invest in those student-athletes and continue to add more high-quality people and football players to the program,” Waddle said of the program located in Indiana's northwest corner. “I think Valpo is not only an outstanding fit for me professionally, but also an outstanding fit for me and my family.” Waddle spent eight seasons working with the defense as an assistant for his alma mater, Wittenberg, where he was an all-conference defensive back. He also has coached at Mansfield University in Pennsylvania and at Maryville College in Tennessee. “His experience building success and winning culture as a head coach, passion for developing student-athletes on and off the field and high character made it clear he was the right leader for our football program,” Hosmer said in a statement. The move comes two weeks after Hosmer announced the school would not give Landon Fox a contract extension after his deal expired. Fox was 21-42 in six seasons at Valparaiso. Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-football

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MILAN — Shoppers laden with bags from Fendi, Loewe, Prada and other designer labels clog the narrow sidewalks of Milan's swankiest shopping street, bringing joy to the purveyors of high-end luxury goods this, and every, holiday season. There's even more to celebrate this year: a commercial real estate company crowned Via MonteNapoleone as the world's most expensive retail destination, displacing New York's Fifth Avenue. The latest version of American firm Cushman & Wakefield's annual global index, which ranks shopping areas based on the rent prices they command, is a sign of Via MonteNapoleone's desirability as an address for luxury ready-to-wear, jewelry and even pastry brands. A man walks past a shop Dec. 12 in Monte Napoleone street in Milan, Italy. The average rent on the Milan street surged to $2,047 per square foot, compared with $2,000 per square foot on an 11-block stretch of upper Fifth Avenue. Via MonteNapoleone's small size — less than a quarter-mile long — and walking distance to services and top cultural sites are among the street's key advantages, according to Guglielmo Miani, president of the MonteNapoleone District association. "Not everything can fit, which is a benefit," since the limited space makes the street even more exclusive and dynamic, said Miani, whose group also represents businesses on the intersecting side streets that together with Via MonteNapoleone form an area known as Milan's Fashion Quadrilateral. Women look a shop Dec. 12 in Monte Napoleone street in Milan, Italy. The biggest brands on the street make 50 million euros to 100 million euros in annual sales, Miani said, which goes a long way to paying the rent. Tiffany & Co. is preparing to take up residence on Via Montenapoleone, and longtime tenant Fendi is expanding. The MonteNapoleone District says 11 million people visited the area this year through November, but there's no way to say how many were big spenders vs. window shoppers. The average shopper on Via MonteNapoleone spent 2,500 euros per purchase between August and November — the highest average receipt in the world, according to the tax-free shopping firm Global Blue. The street is a magnet for holiday shoppers who arrive in Maseratis, Porsches and even Ferraris, the sports car's limited trunk space notwithstanding. A mannequin is seen Dec. 12 in a shop in Monte Napoleone street in Milan, Italy. Lights twinkle overhead, boutique windows feature mannequins engaged in warm scenes of holiday fun, and passersby snap photos of expertly decorated cakes in pastry shop displays. A visitor from China, Chen Xinghan, waited for a taxi with a half-dozen shopping bags lined up next to him on the sidewalk. He said he paid half the price for a luxury Fendi coat that he purchased in Milan than he would have at home. "I got a lot," Chen acknowledged. "It's a fantastic place, a good place for shopping." A man waits for a taxi Dec. 12 in Monte Napoleon street in Milan, Italy. A few store windows down, Franca Da Rold, who was visiting Milan from Belluno, an Italian city in the Dolomites mountain range, marveled at a chunky, yardslong knit scarf priced at 980 euros. "I could knit that in one hour, using 12-gauge knitting needles as thick as my fingers, and thick wool. Maximum two hours," Da Rold said, but acknowledged the brand appeal. Buildings are decorated Dec. 12 in Monte Napoleone street in Milan, Italy. Despite upper Fifth Avenue getting bumped to the No. 2 spot on the Cushman & Wakefield list, the organization that serves as the Manhattan street's guardian and chief promoter had praise for MonteNapoleone's achievement. "Milan's investment in its public realm is paying off, which is a win for their shoppers, businesses and city as a whole," said Madelyn Wils, interim president of the Fifth Avenue Association. She also expressed confidence that with new investments and a record year for sales on Fifth Avenue, "we'll be back on top in no time." The holiday season feels a little less jolly considering the amount of waste generated by gift-giving. The Environmental Protection Agency estimates the amount of household garbage in the U.S. increases by 25% between Thanksgiving and New Year's. After the decorations come down, all that waste heads to landfills, producing a significant contributor to climate change: methane gas. "Greening" the holidays is essential, and one simple tip is to think more about how sustainable the materials are in your decorations, decor, and, of course, gifts. Instead of plastics, you could opt for items that can be reused, are made of renewable materials or natural fibers that boast a smaller environmental impact in both production and durability. Due to consumers' desires for more eco-friendly goods, sustainable materials are among the biggest trends in home decor. Fortunately, there are plenty of affordable—and earth-conscious—home goods that make perfect holiday gifts. Made Trade rounded up a list of sustainable home decor trends in 2025 that offer dozens of creative options for holiday gift-giving. Each trend includes examples of great gifts for the home and advice for ensuring items are sustainably produced or can help create a more eco-friendly space. In the depths of winter's gray days, it's a real gift to see a little green, which is why indoor gardening gifts are a wonderful idea. Not only are they eco-friendly and promote sustainability—the more food you can grow yourself, the less you have to buy—they also foster an appreciation of nature and bring the natural world indoors to enjoy. Sprouting kits and microgreens require minimal amounts of space and sunlight, but a sunny, south-facing window will permit a small herb garden or leafy greens for salads. If you're not sure what kind of light your recipient has access to, go with gifting indoor grow lamps along with the plants, or pick a hardy, low-water houseplant—some can act as natural air purifiers too. When buying gifts for the home, consider what materials the items are made from and how far away they come from—not only are natural materials like rattan, jute, palm leaves, clay, organic cotton and linen, and ceramics more sustainable, but if they are being used by a local craftsperson, gifters are also saving on fossil fuels for the transportation. Plus, you're helping the local economy by supporting local craftspeople, so it's a win-win. Natural fiber pillows, sheets, blankets, and even doormats offer comfort and consideration of the environment. The most sustainable and eco-friendly gift is one you already have, so get creative about reusing materials already in or around your home (raid the recycling bin, find nice pieces of wood outside, wash out and reuse glass jars) to fashion them into new, thoughtful goods. Similarly, think vintage and secondhand—what items can you give a second life to by passing them along to someone who will find new meaning in them? Some of the most thoughtful gifts are small heirlooms—pieces of jewelry or a beloved ceramic dish—passed along to the next generation that will appreciate them. Green technology offers ways to reduce our carbon footprint in everyday life, and smart thermostats, solar lights, smart sprinklers, and smart plugs all make great gifts, saving people money and conserving our valuable resources. For those looking into home renovations or updating decor, try a new light fixture paired with smart blubs, or a new window treatment with smart shades. Even something as simple as a rain barrel can reduce energy use—and while the technology for that isn't very sophisticated, it certainly is, like composting, "smart." Integrated outdoor living is the ultimate gift, allowing us to bring the natural world into our homes. However, doing so sustainably takes a little more effort than simply leaving the doors to the deck open all the time. First, find eco-friendly and sustainable outdoor furniture, perhaps thrifting it or buying it used and fixing it up for a one-of-a-kind gift. If you can't go secondhand, choose furniture made of sustainable materials such as reclaimed wood, recycled plastic (great for outdoor rugs), or bamboo. For smaller gifts, consider solar lights, a water feature that recycles water, a rain barrel, or even a set of handmade wind chimes made from seashells. Story editing by Carren Jao. Additional editing by Kelly Glass. Copy editing by Paris Close. Photo selection by Clarese Moller. This story originally appeared on Made Trade and was produced and distributed in partnership with Stacker Studio. Get the latest local business news delivered FREE to your inbox weekly.

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In a major decision, the house of Chandigarh Municipal Corporation (MC) on Tuesday decided to impose penalty equal to 7.5% of their total water bill, on city residents living in houses/institutions having an area of one kanal and above, for not taking tertiary treated (TT) water connection despite repeated notices. As per the Chandigarh water supply bylaws, 2015, the use of TT water is compulsory in all houses/institutions having an area of one kanal and above. The bylaws made TT water connections compulsory for consumers within three months from the date of issuance of notification, but the civic body has found that only 2,906 of the total 7,385 one kanal houses in Chandigarh have complied with the bylaws. Similarly, out of the total 414 institutions, only 150 have the connections. The penalty will be imposed on 4479 houses and 264 institutions in the city. The house also decided to sell the TT water for commercial use at ₹ 7 per kilolitre on the lines of Delhi Jal Board. At present, the MC charges ₹ 2.50 per kilolitre for commercial TT water connection. However, no change in rates has been made for residential houses or institutions, who have already taken the TT water, and the flat rate stands same at ₹ 50 per kanal area per month. During the general House meeting, the agenda was tabled, saying, “The MC is now proposing to sell the TT water at ₹ 7 per kilolitre on the lines of Delhi Jal Board. At present, the MC charges ₹ 2.50 per kilolitre for TT water. To ensure compliance, the MC is proposing to levy a penalty equal to 7.5% of the total water bill on one kanal house owners who have not taken TT water connections despite availability. The MC is also proposing to make TT water available for other purposes of fulfilling norms, such as construction purposes, chilling plants, AC cooling units after softening and other industrial purposes for washing, etc.” The agenda was approved after city councillors across party lines raised multiple complaints about TT water’s availability and quality. BJP councillor Mahesh Inder Singh Sidhu, representing city’s sectors from 1 to 10 having most of the entire city’s one kanal and above houses, said, “Though the quality of TT water has improved, residents still complain about smelly water and erratic supply. The MC does not act for months to repair the pipes of TT water in case of breakage and if penalty and rates have been increased, the MC must ensure proper supply.” BJP councillor Harpreet Kaur Babla said, “TT water supply is very erratic in summers, especially in May and June, when plants require a good amount of water. The MC must ensure timely supply.” More services set to get dearer now With its fiscal crisis worsening, the Chandigarh MC revised the rates for various services to boost its revenue, impacting services such as the issuance of birth and death certificates, charges for using mobile toilet vans for private events, rent for telecom infrastructure, monthly rent of Verka milk booths among others. The registrar birth and death department of the Chandigarh MC covers 29 private hospitals and nursing homes, and registration units are working on the online software by the Centre. MC approved revision of the fee/charges related to issuance of certificates. The MC will now rent out mobile toilet vans for private events in the city. For a private event up to 5 km, the MC will charge ₹ 6,500, which will include ₹ 2,000 as refundable security and the rent will increase to ₹ 7,000 if event is scheduled beyond 5 km. Scuffle breaks out in MC House Tensions ran high during the Chandigarh MC’s general House meeting on Tuesday as nominated councillor Anil Masih, involved in the vote rigging case in the controversial mayoral election this year, and who got SC rap for the same, stormed into the well of the House and accused senior political leaders of Congress and AAP of corruption. Masih said, “Rahul Gandhi and Sanjay Singh are involved in corruption and are presently out on bail. If they can come out and speak, why can’t I speak when the case against me is still pending for a decision in the Supreme Court.” The remarks triggered a heated response from the INDIA bloc councillors, who retaliated by highlighting Masih’s vote rigging incident earlier this year. Congress councillor Gurpreet Singh Gabi displayed posters depicting Masih’s vote-tampering scandal, prompting an uproar in the House. Senior deputy mayor and BJP councillor Kuljeet Singh Sandhu, along with leader of Opposition Kanwarjeet Singh Rana, attempted to seize the posters from Gabi, leading to a physical scuffle between members of the House. The chaotic scenes forced a brief adjournment of the House proceedings.Milan's Via MonteNapoleone usurps New York's Fifth Avenue as world's most upscale shopping street

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A bankruptcy judge scrutinizing The Onion’s bid for Alex Jones ’ Infowars platform was expected to hear a second day of testimony Tuesday after an auctioneer defended the satirical news outlet’s winning offer. It is not clear how quickly U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Christopher Lopez in Houston will decide whether to approve the bid. The Onion, which wants to turn Infowars’ website and social media accounts into parodies, offered $1.75 million in cash and other incentives for Infowars’ assets in the November auction. Jones did not attend Monday’s proceedings and was not expected in court Tuesday. Instead, he broadcast from his studios in Austin. Lawyers for Jones and a company affiliated with him that put in the only other bid questioned auctioneer Jeff Tanenbaum on Monday about how The Onion’s bid came to be valued at $7 million and why a live auction was not held. He defended both the value of the bid and its selection after he two sealed offers were opened. Lopez could ultimately decide whether to void The Onion’s bid, name the Jones-affiliated company the winner or hold another auction, among other possibilities. Jones and First United American Companies, which runs a website in Jones’ name that sells nutritional supplements and submitted the other bid, allege fraud and collusion in the auction that concluded on Nov. 14. The trustee and The Onion deny the allegations, accusing Jones and the company of sour grapes. First United American Companies bid $3.5 million. If The Onion wins, Jones expects to be kicked out of the Infowars studio and its web and social media platforms. “I can’t imagine the judge would certify this fraud," Jones said on his show Tuesday. "I mean it’s head-spinning the stuff they did and what they claimed.” The sale of Infowars is part of Jones’ personal bankruptcy case, which he filed in late 2022 after he was ordered to pay nearly $1.5 billion in defamation lawsuits in Connecticut and Texas filed by relatives of victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. Jones repeatedly called the 2012 shooting that killed 20 children and six educators a hoax staged by actors and aimed at increasing gun control. Parents and children of many of the victims testified in court that they were traumatized by Jones’ conspiracies and threats from his followers. Jones has since acknowledged that the Connecticut school shooting happened. Most of the proceeds from the sale of Infowars, as well as many of Jones’ personal assets, will go to the Sandy Hook families. Some proceeds will go to Jones’ other creditors. Although The Onion’s cash offer was lower than that of First United American, it also included a pledge by many of the Sandy Hook families to forgo some or all auction proceeds due to them to give other creditors a total of $100,000 more than they would receive under other bids. The trustee who oversaw the auction, Christopher Murray, chose The Onion, saying its proposal was better for creditors because they would receive more money. The Onion valued the bid, with the Sandy Hook families’ offer, at $7 million, because that amount was equal to a purchase price that would provide the same amount of money to the other creditors. Murray was expected to testify Tuesday. He has defended the auction process. In a court filing last month, his lawyers called First United American's request to disqualify The Onion's bid a “disappointed bidder's improper attempt to influence an otherwise fair and open election process.” “Having failed in its prior efforts to bully the Trustee and his advisors into accepting its inferior bid, FUAC now alleges, without evidence, collusion and bad faith in an attempt to mislead the Court and disqualify its only competition in the auction,” the lawyers wrote. In his opening argument on Monday, Jones attorney Ben Broocks said there was no way The Onion should have been chosen over First United American. “How does a $1.75 million bid beat a $3.5 million bid?” he asked. “How is that $1.75 million greater? Well, it’s voodoo economics, to use a phrase.” Up for sale were all the equipment and other assets in the Infowars studio in Austin, Texas, as well as the rights to its social media accounts, websites, video archive and product trademarks. Jones uses the studio to broadcast his far-right, conspiracy theory-filled shows on the Infowars website, his account on the social platform X and radio stations. Jones has set up another studio, websites and social media accounts in case The Onion wins approval to buy Infowars and kicks him out. Jones has said he could continue using the Infowars platforms if the auction winner is friendly to him. Jones is appealing the $1.5 billion in judgments citing free speech rights.

Even though Ohio State is focused on Indiana for this Saturday, some sports bettors are already looking at next Saturday's Ohio State game against Michigan. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Thanks for the feedback.On Sunday, the Los Angeles Lakers finalized a deal that sent guard D’Angelo Russell to the Brooklyn Nets. Together with Russell, the Lakers sent Maxwell Lewis and three second-round picks to the Nets for Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The 2024-25 NBA season has not been kind to Russell . He started the campaign as the Lakers’ starting point guard for the first eight games. However, first-year head coach JJ Redick adjusted the lineup and put the 6-foot-4 guard as the lead guard for the second unit. The move benefitted the team as they went on to win six straight games. However, it affected Russell’s performance and his numbers started to decline. With his diminishing role, a change was needed. This led the Lakers’ front office to send him back to the Nets, the same team the organization sent Russell in 2017. Ahead of his second chance to play in Brooklyn, NBA Insider Dan Woike reported that the guard is “excited” to return to the Nets. “He’s excited for a new opportunity, obviously saw his role diminishing with Lakers,” Woike posted on Bluesky. Report: D’Angelo Russell saw his role diminishing with Lakers, is ‘excited’ for new opportunity with Nets https://t.co/BFxdBwGzIP — Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) December 29, 2024 Russell played 29 games for the Lakers this season, averaging 12.4 points, 2.8 rebounds and 4.7 assists. The 2015-16 All-Rookie’s average of 26 minutes this season is the lowest since the Lakers signed him in the 2022–2023 campaign. How good was D’Angelo Russell during his first stint with the Nets? D’Angelo Russell spent two seasons with the Nets during his third and fourth seasons in the league. While the team didn’t have much success, it helped Russell’s career as he turned into an All-Star guard. In his first season in Brooklyn, the point guard took some time to adjust to the system as he averaged 15.5 points, 3.9 rebounds and 5.2 assists. His second year in Brooklyn was better as he averaged 20 points for the first time. Russell averaged 21.1 points, 3.9 rebounds and 7.0 assists while shooting 36.9% from downtown. The point guard was the only player who had at least 20 points. During his time with the Nets, Russell was surrounded by borderline All-Stars in Spencer Dinwiddie, Joe Harris and Caris LeVert. The team made it to the postseason but only lasted in the first round as they couldn’t beat the Philadelphia 76ers. This time around, Russell will be welcomed to the Nets in the same situation where there isn’t a clear-cut All-Star on the roster. However, he’ll play with some of the top young stars Cam Thomas and Cam Johnson. That is if they don’t get traded this season. This article first appeared on Hardwood Heroics and was syndicated with permission.

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