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Gus Malzahn is leaving his post as UCF's head coach to reunite with Florida State coach Mike Norvell as the Seminoles' offensive coordinator, ESPN reported on Saturday. Norvell, who served as a graduate assistant under Malzahn at Tulsa in 2007-08, relinquished his role as FSU's primary playcaller amid a staff shakeup this season. Florida State, 1-7 in the Athletic Coast Conference this season, entered Saturday's season finale against Florida at 2-9 and ranked No. 131 in the nation in total offense. UCF also endured a tough 2024 season, going 4-8 after losing eight of its last nine games. During Malzahn's four-year tenure, the Knights went 28-24, including 5-13 in the Big 12 Conference the last two seasons. Malzahn, 59, is 105-62 in 13 seasons as a college head coach, highlighted by a 68-35 mark in eight seasons at Auburn -- which included a BCS title game appearance in 2013. He served as offensive coordinator and playcaller when the Tigers won the national title in 2010. Malzahn will be tasked with revitalizing a Florida State offense that helped produce a 13-1 campaign in 2023, when the Seminoles were denied a spot in the College Football Playoff. Over the last three seasons at UCF, his rushing attack has been in the Top 10 in the nation. In his 19 seasons as a college head coach or offensive coordinator, Malzahn's teams have averaged 447.7 yards per game, and three of his teams eclipsed 7,000 yards in a season. --Field Level MediaMizzou administrators break ground on Memorial Stadium north concourse renovations

With the European Union’s FuelEU regulation set to take effect in January 2025, shipping companies face a pressing deadline to comply with stringent emission reduction targets. At a recent Baltic Exchange Tanker Forum, a panel discussed the myriad regulations, which threaten to slice the world into regions with differing emissions requirements. Martin Crawford-Brunt, CEO of Lookout Maritime and emissions lead at the Baltic Exchange, emphasised the shift from prescriptive to goal-based regulations, making it difficult for operators to navigate the shifting landscape. As he put it: “We’re moving into a situation where, with this goal-based regulation, effectively, we’ve got a moving target.” This uncertainty, coupled with the introduction of carbon pricing mechanisms like the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS), adds significant complexity to the equation. Panellist Jasmin Fichte, managing partner at Fichte & Co, pointed out the paradoxical situation where regulators are making decisions about new fuels without a full understanding of their implications. “Now you have a regulator deciding on something they do not understand,” she said, highlighting the challenge of regulating new technologies like green hydrogen and ammonia. The international nature of the shipping industry further complicates matters, as nations with varying levels of ambition and regulatory frameworks compete for influence. The panel discussion underscored the need for a global, co-ordinated approach to decarbonisation. While the International Maritime Organization (IMO) is working towards developing global regulations, the EU has taken a more proactive stance by implementing its own ETS. This divergence in regulatory frameworks creates challenges for ship owners and operators who must comply with multiple sets of rules. Panellist Jaideep Vohra of Bahri Ship Management said Bahri is focusing on a two-pronged approach to address the challenges. Firstly, Bahri is committed to ensuring strict adherence to current regulations, including rigorous monitoring and compliance measures. Secondly, the company is proactively exploring strategies to enhance the efficiency of its existing fleet and to inform the design of future newbuilds. However, the future of the industry remains uncertain, as the IMO has yet to finalise specific regulations regarding global carbon taxation or alternative mechanisms. “The future is little blurry at the moment, until the time IMO comes up with rules or regulations in terms of a global tax or whichever way they want to handle it,” Vohra said. Both Vohra and Martin Rowe of Anglo-Eastern Ship Management noted the importance of preparing for the future. This includes investing in energy-efficient technologies, exploring alternative fuels, and adapting to evolving regulatory requirements. Rowe said: “The whole decarbonisation agenda is something which we’ve been focusing a huge amount of attention on recent years.” He noted the industry’s proactive approach to environmental sustainability. “Historically, we’ve been rule takers rather than rule makers,” he said. “However, we’ve demonstrated our ability to adapt to regulatory changes, as seen with the successful implementation of balanced water treatment systems to comply with IMO 2020.” Rowe noted the importance of strategic planning and resource optimisation to comply with the incoming FuelEU regulation. Pooling resources, such as deploying a single biomethanol-fuelled vessel within a fleet, can be a cost-effective approach to meeting regulatory requirements. Rowe highlighted the significant progress made in reducing emissions, citing a 17% decrease in emissions from ships entering the EU, despite a substantial increase in ton-miles. This achievement underscores the industry’s commitment to efficiency and innovation, he said. Looking ahead, he acknowledged the complexity of the decarbonisation landscape. While a variety of alternative fuels, including ammonia, methanol, and LNG, are being considered, he said that a single solution is unlikely to emerge. “We’re going to need a diverse mix of fuels to meet our future needs,” he said. While LNG has emerged as a short-term solution for larger shipping companies, concerns over the availability of green methanol have prompted a shift in focus. Ammonia, on the other hand, shows immense potential as a long-term fuel, he said. To address these and other challenges, the industry must adopt a collaborative approach, the panellists agreed. By sharing knowledge, best practices, and resources, stakeholders can work together to develop innovative solutions. However, Fichte suggested that a lack of regulatory oversight has become a significant barrier to innovation and co-operation within the industry. “It’s odd to say it, but this time we actually need regulation because we are not moving forward without regulation,” she said. “We need global regulations. It will be extremely hard to find the charterer to get the agreements if it’s not regulated, if you’re not pushed to do it.” But while the challenges ahead are significant, Rowe expressed optimism about the industry’s ability to adapt and innovate. “FuelEU is coming, and we need to be thinking very seriously about it,” he said. “But I would not want to scare people in the room by saying something we need to be over-worried about it because it is possible to comply, provided that it is done in a scientific and methodological manner.” Source: Baltic Exchange

Arne Slot points to Man City's dramatic collapse as he downplays Liverpool's title chances despite going seven points clear with a game in hand Jordan Ayew gave the visitors a shock lead after only six minutes at Anfield Liverpool responded with goals from Cody Gakpo, Curtis Jones and Mo Salah LISTEN NOW: It's All Kicking Off! Are Tottenham managers treated differently to other managers? By LEWIS STEELE Published: 23:47, 26 December 2024 | Updated: 23:47, 26 December 2024 e-mail View comments Arne Slot has told his Liverpool team to use Manchester City ’s collapse as a warning that their comfy cushion at the top of the Premier League could fall apart very quickly if they are not careful. The Reds came from behind to beat Leicester on Boxing Day as goals from Cody Gakpo , Curtis Jones and Mohamed Salah helped Slot’s men move seven points clear at the top of the table after second-placed Chelsea lost earlier in the day. And Slot said the speed in which City tumbled from leaders to seventh should be a stark warning. ‘If you are in this game for a long time, you know 20 games before the end, you don’t look at the table,’ he said. ‘It was only one month ago we were one point behind City and look what has happened. This can happen to any team. It is far too early to be celebrating. You’ve been at all these games like me and there have not been many easy wins. ‘That tells you how difficult it is to win if all of your players are available. We just have to take it one game at a time.’ Meanwhile, Slot’s compatriot Ruud van Nistelrooy, the Leicester boss, was satisfied with his team’s performance and said: ‘I knew the challenge ahead when I came in four weeks ago. Of course, the challenge is there as a promoted side. Arne Slot has instructed his players to head the lessons from Manchester City's collapse after his side's win on Boxing Day The Reds moved seven points clear at the top of the Premier League after a comeback win over Leicester Manchester City were held to a 1-1 draw with Everton and now find themselves 14 points behind the leaders, having held a point advantage over the Reds at the start of last month ‘Looking at reaching the finish line by the end of May, we need to be just above that relegation zone and safe. That is our belief and what we work towards.’ Van Nistelrooy dropped goalkeeper Danny Ward from the squad after he was booed by his own fans in the loss against Wolves and the boss said: ‘The conversation with Wardy was impressive. ‘It is really tough what happened to him, we are professionals but we are human beings as well.’ Cody Gakpo Liverpool Chelsea Mohamed Salah Share or comment on this article: Arne Slot points to Man City's dramatic collapse as he downplays Liverpool's title chances despite going seven points clear with a game in hand e-mail Add commentAMMO Deadline: POWW Investors Have Opportunity to Lead AMMO, Inc. Securities Fraud LawsuitSyrian army announces temporary withdrawal from Aleppo after rebel assault