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LAS VEGAS, Dec. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hyperscale Data, Inc. (NYSE American: GPUS), a diversified holding company (“ Hyperscale Data ” or the “ Company ”), announced that it was notified today by the NYSE American that due to the Company’s disclosure in its Form 10-Q filed for the fiscal period ended September 30, 2024, which reported stockholders’ equity of approximately $2.2 million, it no longer meets the requirement that it must have no less than $6 million or more in stockholders’ equity pursuant to the listing standard set forth under Section 1003(a)(ii) and (iii) of the NYSE American Company Guide (the “ Listing Standards ”) because the Company has reported losses from continuing operations and/or net losses in five of its most recent fiscal years ended December 31, 2023. Under the applicable NYSE American listing rules, the Company must by January 17, 2025 submit a compliance plan that demonstrates how it intends to regain compliance with the Listing Standards within 18 months of the receipt of the notice, or June 18, 2026. The Company intends to develop and submit to the NYSE American such a plan. If the NYSE American does not accept the plan, or if the Company does not make progress consistent with the plan during the plan period, the NYSE American will initiate delisting procedures. If the NYSE American accepts the plan the Company will be subject to periodic reviews including quarterly monitoring for compliance with the plan. During this period, the Company's common stock will continue to be listed on the NYSE American and trade as usual subject to compliance with other NYSE American listing requirements. The Company is confident that it will be able to submit a plan acceptable to the NYSE American within the requisite period and further that it will promptly be able to demonstrate that it has regained compliance with the Listing Standards. For more information on Hyperscale Data and its subsidiaries, Hyperscale Data recommends that stockholders, investors and any other interested parties read Hyperscale Data’s public filings and press releases available under the Investor Relations section at hyperscaledata.com or available at www.sec.gov. About Hyperscale Data, Inc. Hyperscale Data is transitioning from a diversified holding company pursuing growth by acquiring undervalued businesses and disruptive technologies with a global impact to becoming solely an owner and operator of data centers to support high performance computing services. Through its wholly and majority-owned subsidiaries and strategic investments, Hyperscale Data owns and operates a data center at which it mines digital assets and offers colocation and hosting services for the emerging artificial intelligence ecosystems and other industries. It also provides, through its wholly owned subsidiary, Ault Capital Group, Inc., mission-critical products that support a diverse range of industries, including an artificial intelligence software platform, social gaming platform, equipment rental services, defense/aerospace, industrial, automotive, medical/biopharma and hotel operations. In addition, Hyperscale Data is actively engaged in private credit and structured finance through a licensed lending subsidiary. Hyperscale Data’s headquarters are located at 11411 Southern Highlands Parkway, Suite 240, Las Vegas, NV 89141. Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements generally include statements that are predictive in nature and depend upon or refer to future events or conditions, and include words such as “believes,” “plans,” “anticipates,” “projects,” “estimates,” “expects,” “intends,” “strategy,” “future,” “opportunity,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “could,” “potential,” or similar expressions. Statements that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on current beliefs and assumptions that are subject to risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update any of them publicly in light of new information or future events. Actual results could differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement as a result of various factors. More information, including potential risk factors, that could affect the Company’s business and financial results are included in the Company’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including, but not limited to, the Company’s Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K. All filings are available at www.sec.gov and on the Company’s website at www.hyperscaledata.com . Hyperscale Data Investor Contact: IR@hyperscaledata.com or 1-888-753-2235

Harris also contributed 10 rebounds for the Golden Eagles (5-7). Christian Watson scored 10 points while shooting 4 for 12 (1 for 5 from 3-point range) and 1 of 3 from the free-throw line and added five rebounds. Harris made one of two free throws for a 68-66 lead with 16 seconds left and Watson's steal with four seconds left sealed the win. Obinna Anochili-Killen led the way for the Thundering Herd (7-6) with 15 points, seven rebounds and three blocks. Mikal Dawson added 14 points and six rebounds for Marshall. Dezayne Mingo also had 14 points. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .A developer is cutting down trees again in the privately owned Lemay Forest in St. Norbert, which residents have long fought to save. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * A developer is cutting down trees again in the privately owned Lemay Forest in St. Norbert, which residents have long fought to save. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? A developer is cutting down trees again in the privately owned Lemay Forest in St. Norbert, which residents have long fought to save. Crews began clearing the area around 8 a.m. Monday. The planner for a potential housing project at the site said the owner received a permit to remove the trees in October. MAGGIE MACINTOSH / FREE PRESS FILES Crews began clearing the privately owned Lemay Forest in St. Norbert on Monday morning. “The landowner... (has) no intention of owning a wood lot. He doesn’t want to own a wood lot. It is private property and he’s removing the trees,” said John Wintrup. City council rejected a development plan for the site in September after municipal planners deemed it too big for the property. Tochal Development Group still wants to build its proposed 5,000-bed, 2,500-unit assisted-living facility on the property and has filed an appeal. The Manitoba Municipal Board will hear that appeal soon, said Wintrup. “It’s going to become Lemay Meadows. The landowner has no interest in owning a wood lot to provide an amenity for the surrounding neighbourhood. That’s not why people buy and own land,” he said. Initially, the developer asked government officials to determine if they were interested in buying the land to preserve the trees before concluding any offers fell far short of market value. The developer began chopping down trees in the forest in September, but stopped after the city issued a cease-and-desist order. At the time, city officials said a bylaw prohibited the removal of soil or vegetation from the land without a permit. Wintrup said the city granted the permit a few weeks later. He argues a desperate need for housing trumps demands to preserve the trees. “My client and I are housing advocates... And if it means removing trees to provide housing, it means removing trees,” he said. In an email, a city spokesman confirmed a permit to allow tree removal was issued on Oct. 18. “The city had previously issued a cease-and-desist order as that work was proceeding without a permit. As a result of the permit being issued, the cease-and-desist order was cancelled at that time,” said spokesman Adam Campbell. The city also expects the municipal board appeal will be heard in early 2025, he noted. Coun. Janice Lukes said the city doesn’t have a bylaw that protects trees on private land but council expects to vote on one next year. “This new tree protection bylaw can’t come soon enough... I’m fully supportive of more housing. We have to do more housing but we (also) have to find that balance between old trees and development,” said Lukes (Waverley West). The councillor noted she had urged the city to buy and preserve Lemay Forest in 2016 but the city didn’t budget money to do so. “We really need something in place to deal with this. (This developer’s) got every right to take those trees down,” said Lukes. Many residents had lobbied the three levels of government to step in to save the trees. Cat Macaulay Gauthier, a spokeswoman for the Coalition to Save Lemay Forest, said residents were surprised to see workers with chainsaws chop down more trees on Monday. “If you go outside, you can hear the large crack of massive trees coming down. It was all a surprise to everyone... This is just completely vindictive. It makes no sense,” said Macaulay Gauthier. She believes city planners were correct to find the proposal far too large for the site and had hoped trees would remain in place at least for now, since no development has been approved. “Our world, now more than ever, needs biodiverse green space for climate (mitigation)... for a growing city and all the benefits that a mature forest gives,” said Macaulay Gauthier. The city councillor whose ward includes Lemay Forest said it was disappointing to see tree-clearing resume now. Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. “I’m concerned there’s no plan in place for development yet trees are being decimated,” said Coun. Markus Chambers (St. Norbert-Seine River). Chambers declined further comment, noting he’s been accused of bias related to the project. Wintrup said crews will continue to remove trees over the next two to four weeks, weather permitting, with the exception of some holiday breaks. joyanne.pursaga@freepress.mb.ca X: @joyanne_pursaga Joyanne is city hall reporter for the Winnipeg Free Press. A reporter since 2004, she began covering politics exclusively in 2012, writing on city hall and the Manitoba Legislature for the before joining the in early 2020. . Every piece of reporting Joyanne produces is reviewed by an editing team before it is posted online or published in print — part of the ‘s tradition, since 1872, of producing reliable independent journalism. Read more about , and . Our newsroom depends on a growing audience of readers to power our journalism. If you are not a paid reader, please consider . Our newsroom depends on its audience of readers to power our journalism. Thank you for your support. Joyanne is city hall reporter for the Winnipeg Free Press. 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‘Nigeria’s Fintech Industry Among Most Advanced Globally’BARRY McGuigan broke down in tears over his father's death and family trauma on tonight's I'm A Celebrity: Unpacked. Former boxer Barry , 63, became visibly emotional after being shown a video of his late father Patrick performing at the 1968 Eurovision Song Contest . Under the stage name Pat McGeegan, Patrick placed fourth in the competition with the song Chance of a Lifetime. Hosts Joel Dommett , Sam Thompson , and Kemi Rodgers surprised the recently eliminated campmate with the heartfelt footage, leaving Barry deeply moved. Struggling to contain his emotions, he shared: "He died at 52, the poor fella, cancer." Joel praised Barry for his openness about grief, calling him an "inspiration". read more on BARRY McGuigan Earlier in the series, Barry had candidly shared with his fellow campmates the devastating loss of his daughter Danika , along with other family hardships. Speaking on tonight’s show, Barry reflected on the painful experiences. He said: "Losing my dad, then my brother to suicide, and then my girl... it just destroyed me. "I only had one daughter, so it’s hard to bounce back from that. My brother was 34, my dad was 52. Most read in Reality "But losing your child... her whole career was ahead of her. She was a fantastic young actress. Her film Wildfire was winning awards all over the world, and she was just about to break through. "Then she was given five weeks to live." Barry admitted he sometimes feels judged for expressing his grief, claiming, "People say, 'Why doesn’t he stop weeping?'" But the hosts - along with newly-departed Maura Higgins and last year's winner Jill Scott - were quick to offer comfort, reminding him of the strength in sharing his story. Just today, Good Morning Britain viewers accused the show of ‘setting a trap’ for Barry as he broke down in tears over Danika live on-air. The sporting legend was initially in high spirits as he spoke to Rob Rinder and Kate Garraway from the luxurious JW Marriott Hotel in Surfers Paradise. But Barry grew emotional later in the conversation. When asked about Danika, who died from bowel cancer five years ago aged 33, he tearfully said: "It’s the single most devastating thing that’s happened to me. "Losing my daughter was dreadful. I never recovered from it. "It’s important I do chat about it. I know she’s there somewhere. "Her life was so sad, the most important time in her life when things were looking great, she got cancer and died. "In time, we learn how to deal with it. Danny had similar issues in his life." Fans were furious that the show had asked him such questions about his daughter. One wrote on X, formerly Twitter : "You set Barry up there." READ MORE SUN STORIES "Poor Barry," another chimed in. A third tweeted: "Oh Barry sending love to you and your wife and family, losing a child is the worst thing anyone can go through." i'm A Celebrity is back for its 24th series, with a batch of famous faces living in the Aussie jungle. The Sun's Jake Penkethman takes a look at the stars on the show this year.. Coleen Rooney - Arguably the most famous name in the camp, the leading WAG, known for her marriage to Wayne Rooney , has made a grand return to TV as she looks to put the Wagatha Christie scandal behind her. The Sun revealed the mum-of-four had bagged an eye-watering deal worth over £1.5million to be on the show this year making her the highest-paid contestant ever. Tulisa - The popstar and former X Factor judge has made her triumphant TV comeback by signing up to this year's I'm A Celeb after shunning TV shows for many years. Known for being a member of the trio, N-Dubz , Tulisa became a household name back in 2011 when she signed on to replace Cheryl on ITV show The X Factor in a multi-million pound deal. Alan Halsall - The actor, known for playing the long-running role of Tyrone Dobbs on ITV soap opera Coronation Street , was originally signed up to head Down Under last year but an operation threw his scheduled appearance off-course. Now he has become the latest Corrie star to win over both the viewers and his fellow celebrities. Melvin Odoom - The Radio DJ has become a regular face on TV screens after rising to fame with presenting roles on Kiss FM, BBC Radio 1 and 4Music. Melvin has already been for a spin on the Strictly dancefloor and co-hosted The Xtra Factor with Rochelle Humes in 2015 but now he is facing up to his biggest challenge yet - the Aussie jungle . GK Barry - The UK's biggest social media personality, GK, whose real name is Grace Keeling, has transformed her TikTok stardom into a lucrative career. Aside from her popular social media channels, she hosts the weekly podcast, Saving Grace, and regularly appears on ITV talk show, Loose Women . She has even gone on to endorse popular brands such as PrettyLittleThing, KFC and Ann Summers. Dean McCullough - A rising star amongst this year's bunch of celebs , Dean first achieved notability through his radio appearances on Gaydio and BBC Radio 1. He was chosen to join the BBC station permanently in 2021 and has featured prominently ever since. He has enjoyed a crossover to ITV over the past year thanks to his guest slots on Big Brother spin-off show, Late & Live. Oti Mabuse - The pro dancer has signed up to her latest TV show after making her way through the biggest programmes on the box. She originally found fame on Strictly Come Dancing but has since branched out into the world of TV judging with appearances on former BBC show The Greatest Dancer as well as her current role on ITV's Dancing On Ice . Danny Jones - The McFly star was drafted into the programme last minute as a replacement for Tommy Fury. Danny is the second member of McFly to enter the jungle , after Dougie Poynter won the show in 2011. He is also considered a rising star on ITV as he's now one of the mentors on their Saturday night talent show, The Voice , along with bandmate Tom Fletcher . Jane Moore - The Loose Women star and The Sun columnist is braving the creepy crawlies this year. The star is ready for a new challenge - having recently split from her husband . It will be Jane's first foray into reality TV with the telly favourite having always said no to reality shows in the past. Barry McGuigan - Former pro boxer Barry is the latest fighting champ to head Down Under following in the footsteps of Tony Bellew and Amir Khan . It comes after a tough few years for Irish star Barry, who lost his daughter Danika to bowel cancer . He told The Late Late Show in 2021: "She was such an intrinsic part of the family that every day we ache." Maura Higgins - The Irish TV beauty first found fame on Love Island where she found a brief connection with dancer Curtis Pritchard . Since then, she has competed on Dancing On Ice as well as hosting the Irish version of the beauty contest, Glow Up. Since last year, she has been working on building up her career in the US by being the social media correspondent and host of Aftersun to accompany Love Island USA. She even guest hosted an episode of the spin-off, Love Island Games, in place of Maya Jama last year. Rev. Richard Coles - Former BBC radio host the Rev Richard Coles is a late arrival on I’m A Celebrity , and he's ready to spill the beans on his former employer. The former Communards and Strictly star , said the BBC did not know its a**e from its elbow last year. An insider said: "Rev Coles will have a variety of tales to tell from his wild days as a pop star in the Eighties, through to performing on Strictly and his later life as a man of the cloth."Cybertrucks face cell dent issues, Tesla starts replacing battery packs

OAKLAND, Calif. , Dec. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On November 29, 2024 , PG&E Corporation (NYSE: PCG) declared its fourth-quarter 2024 regular cash dividend of $0.025 per share on the Corporation's common stock. The dividend is payable on January 15, 2025 , to shareholders of record as of December 31, 2024 . In addition, PG&E Corporation's utility subsidiary, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), declared the regular preferred stock dividend for the three-month period ending January 31, 2025 , to be payable on February 15, 2025 , to shareholders of record as of January 31, 2025 . PG&E will pay dividends on its eight series of preferred stock as follows: First Preferred Stock, $25 Par Value Quarterly Dividend to be Paid Per Share Redeemable 5.00 % $0.31250 5.00% Series A $0.31250 4.80 % $0.30000 4.50 % $0.28125 4.36 % $0.27250 Non-Redeemable 6.00 % $0.37500 5.50 % $0.34375 5.00 % $0.31250 About PG&E Corporation PG&E Corporation (NYSE: PCG) is a holding company headquartered in Oakland, California . It is the parent company of Pacific Gas and Electric Company, an energy company that serves 16 million Californians across a 70,000-square-mile service area in Northern and Central California . For more information, visit http://www.pgecorp.com . View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/dates-set-for-pge-quarterly-stock-dividends-302319353.html SOURCE PG&E CorporationNone

HOUSTON (AP) — An elaborate parody appears to be behind an effort to resurrect Enron, the Houston-based energy company that exemplified the worst in American corporate fraud and greed after it went bankrupt in 2001. If its return is comedic, some former employees who lost everything in Enron’s collapse aren’t laughing. “It’s a pretty sick joke and it disparages the people that did work there. And why would you want to even bring it back up again?” said former Enron employee Diana Peters, who represented workers in the company’s bankruptcy proceedings. Here’s what to know about the history of Enron and the purported effort to bring it back. Once the nation’s seventh-largest company, Enron filed for bankruptcy protection on Dec. 2, 2001, after years of accounting tricks could no longer hide billions of dollars in debt or make failing ventures appear profitable. The energy company's collapse put more than 5,000 people out of work and wiped out more than $2 billion in employee pensions. Its aftershocks were felt throughout the energy sector. Twenty-four Enron executives , including former CEO Jeffrey Skilling , were convicted for their roles in the fraud. Enron founder Ken Lay’s convictions were vacated after he died of heart disease following his 2006 trial. On Monday — the 23rd anniversary of the bankruptcy filing — a company representing itself as Enron announced in a news release it was relaunching as a “company dedicated to solving the global energy crisis.” It also posted a video on social media, advertised on at least one Houston billboard and a took out a full-page ad in the Houston Chronicle In the minute-long video full of generic corporate jargon, the company talks about “growth” and “rebirth.” It ends with the words, “We’re back. Can we talk?” In an email, company spokesperson Will Chabot said the new Enron was not doing any interviews yet, but "We’ll have more to share soon.” Signs point to the comeback being a joke. In the “terms of use and conditions of sale” on the company's website, it says “the information on the website about Enron is First Amendment protected parody, represents performance art, and is for entertainment purposes only.” Documents filed with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office show College Company, an Arkansas-based LLC, owns the Enron trademark. The co-founder of College Company is Connor Gaydos, who helped create a joke conspiracy theory claiming all birds are actually government surveillance drones. Peters said she and some other former employees are upset and think the relaunch was “in poor taste.” “If it’s a joke, it’s rude, extremely rude. And I hope that they realize it and apologize to all of the Enron employees,” Peters said. Peters, 74, said she is still working in information technology because “I lost everything in Enron, and so my Social Security doesn’t always take care of things I need done.” “Enron’s downfall taught us critical lessons about corporate ethics, accountability, and the consequences of unchecked ambition. Enron’s legacy was the employees in the trenches. Leave Enron buried,” she said. But Sherron Watkins, Enron’s former vice president of corporate development and the main whistleblower who helped uncover the scandal, said she didn’t have a problem with the joke because comedy “usually helps us focus on an uncomfortable historical event that we’d rather ignore.” “I think we use prior scandals to try to teach new generations what can go wrong with big companies,” said Watkins, who still speaks at colleges and conferences about the Enron scandal. This story was corrected to fix the spelling of Ken Lay’s first name, which had been misspelled “Key.” Follow Juan A. Lozano on X at https://x.com/juanlozano70Harrison Ford gets de-aged again for ‘Indiana Jones’ video gameThe View hosts are taking a break from the Hot Topics for the holiday season. The daytime talk show gave their fans enough to talk about for the next few weeks between Whoopi Goldberg ’s joke about Elon Musk’s schemes and the group’s debate on a common X-rated dilemma . Now, the six ladies are stepping away from the desk for Christmas time and will be back in two weeks. Alyssa Farah Griffin labeled 'MAGA head' as Whoopi Goldberg says 'calm down' The View host goes after Elon Musk during backlash for 'white women' comment Starting on December 23, The View is taking a holiday hiatus and won’t be returning until January 6. For the fans that consistently tune in every weekday, ABC will be airing reruns during that period that will feature popular past discussions and interviews with guest stars. Before the show closed for the year, the hosts still celebrated the festive season with their 12 Days of Holidays extravaganza. The set was decorated into a winter wonderland while the six continued spilling their hot takes on the latest pop culture and political discussions. During their last episode on Dec. 19, they interviewed actress Jamie Lee Curtis about the highly-anticipated Freaky Friday sequel. The hosts were also treated to a mini concert from Jordin Sparks who sang hit holiday jingles like Oh, It’s Christmas and I’ll Be Home For Christmas. They also brought on Billy Eichner, who plays Simon in the upcoming Disney film Mufasa: The Lion King . The musical premiered in theaters on December 20. The hosts also commemorated the upcoming award season with an appearance from Nikki Glasser, who will be hosting the Golden Globe Awards on January 5. 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The View is taking a holiday break and won't be coming back until next yearCONWAY, South Carolina – Owen McCown ran for a touchdown and threw for another to help guide the University of Texas San Antonio to a 44-15 win over Coastal Carolina University Monday at Brooks Stadium in Conway, South Carolina. McCown, a Rusk High School product, scored on a 25-yard touchdown run that came with 10:36 to play in the first half and tossed a 6-yard scoring strike to Patrick Overmyer later in the period. McCown completed 23-of-30 pass attempts for 254 yards. In addition to the touchdown pass he also gave up one interception. He also rushed for 46 yards in four carries. McCown, who started his collegiate career at Colorado University, is a red shirt sophomore. A pair of Jacksonville High School graduates also got into the action in sunny South Carolina. Sophomore Devin McCuin had five catches for 63 yards. Senior Chris Carpenter hauled in two passes for 16 yards and returned four kicks for 13 yards. Carpenter, a senior, has declared for the NFL Draft; hence Monday was the final time that the three former Cherokee County standouts would suit up for the Roadrunners of the American Athletic Conference. UTSA, who finish the year with a 7-6 record, were in command from start to finish and led 27-0 going into the fourth frame. UTSA has now qualified for bowl games for five-consecutive seasons. The Chanticleers, who were playing on their home field, end the year with a 6-7 worksheet.US added a strong 227,000 jobs in November in bounce-back from October slowdown WASHINGTON (AP) — America’s job market rebounded in November, adding 227,000 workers in a solid recovery from the previous month, when the effects of strikes and hurricanes had sharply diminished employers’ payrolls. Last month’s hiring growth was up considerably from a meager gain of 36,000 jobs in October. The government also revised up its estimate of job growth in September and October by a combined 56,000. Friday’s report also showed that the unemployment rate ticked up from 4.1% in October to a still-low 4.2%. The November data provided the latest evidence that the U.S. job market remains durable even though it has lost significant momentum from the 2021-2023 hiring boom, when the economy was rebounding from the pandemic recession. Federal appeals court upholds law requiring sale or ban of TikTok in the US A federal appeals court panel on Friday unanimously upheld a law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in a few short months, handing a resounding defeat to the popular social media platform as it fights for its survival in the U.S. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit ruled that the law - which requires TikTok to break ties with its China-based parent company ByteDance or be banned by mid-January — is constitutional, rebuffing TikTok’s challenge that the statute ran afoul of the First Amendment and unfairly targeted the platform. TikTok and ByteDance — another plaintiff in the lawsuit — are expected to appeal to the Supreme Court. Stock market today: Wall Street hits more records following a just-right jobs report NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks rose to records after data suggested the job market remains solid enough to keep the economy going, but not so strong that it raises immediate worries about inflation. The S&P 500 climbed 0.2%, just enough top the all-time high set on Wednesday, as it closed a third straight winning week in what looks to be one of its best years since the 2000 dot-com bust. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dipped 0.3%, while the Nasdaq composite climbed 0.8% to set its own record. Treasury yields eased after the jobs report showed stronger hiring than expected but also an uptick in the unemployment rate. Killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO spotlights complex challenge companies face in protecting top brass NEW YORK (AP) — In an era when online anger and social tensions are increasingly directed at the businesses consumers count on, Meta last year spent $24.4 million to surround CEO Mark Zuckerberg with security. But the fatal shooting this week of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson while walking alone on a New York City sidewalk has put a spotlight on the widely varied approaches companies take to protect their leaders against threats. And experts say the task of evaluating threats against executives and taking action to protect them is getting more difficult. One of the primary worries are loners whose rantings online are fed by others who are like-minded. It’s up to corporate security analysts to decide what represents a real threat. Police believe the gunman who killed UnitedHealthcare's CEO quickly left NYC on a bus after shooting NEW YORK (AP) — Police officials say the gunman who killed the CEO of the largest U.S. health insurer likely left New York City on a bus soon after fleeing the scene on a bicycle and hopping in a cab. Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny says video of the gunman fleeing Wednesday’s shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson showed him riding through Central Park and later taking a taxi to a bus terminal, directly across from New Jersey. Police have video of the man entering the bus station but no video of him exiting. Investigators on Friday found a backpack in Central Park that was carried by the shooter, police said. USDA orders nationwide testing of milk for bird flu to halt the virus The U.S. government has ordered testing of the nation’s milk supply for bird flu to better monitor the spread of the virus in dairy cows. The Agriculture Department on Friday said raw or unpasteurized milk from dairy farms and processors nationwide must be tested on request starting Dec. 16. Testing will begin in six states — California, Colorado, Michigan, Mississippi, Oregon and Pennsylvania. The move is aimed at eliminating the virus, which has infected more than 700 dairy herds in 15 states. Words on ammo in CEO shooting echo common phrase on insurer tactics: Delay, deny, defend A message left at the scene of an insurance executive’s fatal shooting echoes a phrase commonly used to describe insurer tactics to avoid paying claims. The words “deny,” “defend” and “depose” were written on the ammunition used to kill UnitedHealthcare's CEO. That's according to two officials who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Thursday. The words are similar to the phrase “delay, deny, defend.” That's how attorneys describe insurers denying services and payment, and the title of a 2010 book critical of the industry. Police haven’t officially commented on the words. But Thompson’s shooting and the messages on the ammunition have sparked outrage on social media and elsewhere, reflecting frustration Americans have over the cost and complexity of getting care. Michigan Democrats move to protect reproductive health data before GOP takes control of House LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Democrats in Michigan are pressing to pass reproductive health care legislation before the party loses its majority with the new legislative session next year. A bill to protect digital reproductive health data including data logged on menstrual cycle tracking apps is a Democratic priority as lawmakers meet this month. Democratic women and supporters of the legislation say they are acting with new urgency before President-elect Donald Trump takes office because they don't believe his campaign promise to leave abortion to the states. The rush is also a reaction to Republicans taking control of the state House in January. Democrats kept control of the state Senate in the November election. Japan's Nippon Steel sets sights on a growing overseas market in its bid to acquire US Steel KASHIMA, Japan (AP) — The signs at Nippon Steel read: “The world through steel,” underlining why Japan’s top steelmaker is pursuing its $15 billion bid to acquire U.S. Steel. Japan's domestic market isn't growing, so Nippon Steel has its eyes on India, Southeast Asia and the United States, where populations are still growing. Nippon Steel gave reporters a tour of one of its plants in Japan on Friday. The bid for U.S. Steet is opposed by President-elect Donald Trump, President Joe Biden and American steelworkers. If the deal goes through, U.S. Steel will keep its name and its headquarters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, but become subsidiary of Nippon Steel. China's ban on key high-tech materials could have broad impact on industries, economy BANGKOK (AP) — China has banned exports of key materials used for a wide range of products, including smartphones, electric vehicles, radar systems and CT scanners, swiping back at Washington after it expanded export controls to include dozens of Chinese companies that make equipment used to produce computer chips. Both sides say the controls are justified by national security concerns. Analysts say they could have a much wider impact on manufacturing in many industries and supply chains, depending on the ability of each side to compensate for loss of access to strategically important materials, equipment and components. Here's why this could be a tipping point in trade conflict between the two biggest economies.

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TEMPLEGATE tackles Saturday's action in red-hot form - and hoping the weather allows us to punt some top-class racing. Back a horse by clicking their odds below. The big race (hopefully) is the Betfair Tingle Creek at 3pm. Good luck! Advertisement THE SUN RACING MEMBERS ENCLOSURE The only place to get Templegate's tips first - and at the best prices - is by joining Sun Racing's brilliant Members Enclosure. Sign up now for just £1* to be part of racing's best winning team and get... Four free racing tickets, four times a year - worth £300 Templegate’s daily tips at the BEST prices before anyone else Exclusive access to Templegate's daily NAP Tomorrow’s copy of The Favourite at 9pm today Exclusive insights from top trainer Ben Pauling VIP competitions from Racing Breaks each month New customer offer with Coral Become a member today for just £1* *For the first month then £3 per month thereafter. SIGN UP NOW 18+ Ts and Cs apply. First month membership £1, then £3 per month unless you cancel at least 7 days before your next billing date. For more information contact help@thesun.co.uk ARIZONA CARDINAL (2.07 Aintree, nap) He was the game winner of the Topham in April and looked rusty on his comeback at Chepstow last time. He still looks on a fair weight and has no stamina issues with testing ground his favourite. Gets the nod over fences that he took really well to last time. MONTGOMERY (3.35 Sandown, nb) He looks tailormade for marathons like this, especially if more rain comes as he is best in the mud. He landed wins at Bangor and Leicester last season and Venetia Williams has been sending out winners galore in the past few weeks. He’s gone up the weights but has more to offer. Advertisement WILLMOUNT (2.25 Sandown, treble) He can hit the highs for Nicky Henderson. He was good enough to go off favourite for the Grade 1 Challow Hurdle last time. He picked up an injury during that race which has kept him off for 12 months. He’s gone well fresh and his opening mark of 130 looks on the lenient side if this six-year-old can fulfill his potential. Templegate's TV verdicts SANDOWN Advertisement Most read in Horse Racing Latest TRAVEL CHAOS Trains CANCELLED and do not travel warning issued as Storm Darragh strikes SNOW JOKE Exact time Storm Darragh to smash Scotland with snow bomb Exclusive 'WORRIED ABOUT HER' Stuart Hogg's pregnant partner issued warning by domestic abuse expert HOOPS OUTCAST I’m part of Celtic history but don’t feel welcome at the club any more 1.15 DUBROVNIK HARRY was last seen going close in hot company at Sandown. He sees out this trip strongly and has few miles on the clock. Harry Fry’s hope goes well fresh and enjoys some cut in the ground. Henri The Second looked rusty after a year off last time and wasn’t helped by hitting traffic problems up the straight. The Nicholls runner will come on for that and looks dangerous. West To The Bridge hasn’t won for a while but was just two lengths away at Bangor latest. He’s gone well here before and should be in the mix. Advertisement Up For Parol was a regular on the podium last season and has an each-way shout from his falling mark. 1.50 L’EAU DU SUD couldn’t have done any better since going over fences with an easy debut success at Stratford before an impressive 11-length victory in a Cheltenham Grade 2. He jumped brilliantly there, has lots of pace, and could be going to the very top. Advertisement Down Memory Lane was Grade 1 class over hurdles and looked a natural when scoring by seven lengths on chase debut at Navan last month. He should take a big step up on that. Touch Me Not was impressive at Punchestown just 13 days ago. He jumped well and can’t be ruled out. Rubaud is thrown into the deep end for this chase debut. He has been in fine form over timber and is one to watch for the future. 2.25 Advertisement WILLMOUNT can hit the highs for Nicky Henderson. He was good enough to go off favourite for the Grade 1 Challow Hurdle last time. He picked up an injury during that race which has kept him off for 12 months. He’s gone well fresh and his opening mark of 130 looks on the lenient side if this six-year-old can fulfill his potential. Altobelli has dropped below the mark that saw him hit the podium twice at Ascot last season. He can figure if trainer Harry Fry’s got him wound up. Knickerbockerglory kicked off last season with a game win at Ascot and this may be the time to catch him. Advertisement Nemean Lion was a Grade 2 winner at Wincanton in February and will find this easier than the Grade 1s he’s been contesting. 3.00 JONBON sauntered to victory in this race 12 months ago and can maintain his 100% record at Sandown. He comes here in fine form having scored on comeback at Cheltenham last month and he’s fine on any ground. It will take a huge effort to topple him. Advertisement Last year’s second Boothill looks a big price for the forecast spot. He was less than two lengths off Jonbon in the Schloer last time and a repeat of that would take him into the placings. Edwardstone was third in that race and could get a bit closer with that under his belt. Henry De Bromhead sends over Quilixios who returned with a smooth success at Naas last month. He’ll need to improve on that to beat Jonbon but has solid place claims. 3.35 Advertisement MONTGOMERY looks tailormade for marathons like this, especially if more rain comes as he is best in the mud. He landed wins at Bangor and Leicester last season and Venetia Williams has been sending out winners galore in the past few weeks. He’s gone up the weights but has more to offer. Certainly Red got the job done nicely at Sandown last month and is another who stays all day. He’s off a career-high mark but will be competitive. Unanswered Prayers won the Southern National at Fontwell and a 4lb rise for that should be no problem. This is a stronger contest but he has every chance of making the frame. Advertisement Mr Vango is being targeted at the Welsh National so may need this run on comeback despite conditions being ideal especially if the forecast rain arrives. AINTREE 1.32 RICHMOND LAKE won this race 12 months ago and can follow up off the same handicap mark. He ran well here when fourth on comeback last time and loves soft ground. Advertisement No Risk Des Flos put in a solid effort at Stratford latest and has tumbled down the weights. He’s another who relishes plenty of cut underfoot. Springwell Bay won a Listed contest on return but didn’t stay when third at Cheltenham latest. This trip will suit much better. Dr TJ Eckleburg had plenty left in the tank when scoring at Haydock two weeks ago and can figure again despite a 7lb rise. Grandads Cottage ran well in the Topham but may need this run. Advertisement 2.42 LIAM SWAGGER can keep the James Owen bandwagon rolling. He’s been sending out plenty of hurdles winners who were useful on the Flat and this three-year-old showed his class when scoring in Listed company at Wetherby last time. He likes this trip and has a lot more to come. Static was second to the tip in Yorkshire before more than matching that form when going close in a Cheltenham Grade 2. There won’t be a lot between them again. Advertisement Quantock Hills was a winner in France and landed his first victory on this side of the Channel at Fontwell three weeks ago. This is a fair hike in class but he has more to offer for Warren Greatrex. Melon was a minor winner on the Flat at Haydock in September and this looks a tough contest for his hurdles debut. 3.17 Advertisement CHOCCABLOC won first-up last season and can repeat the feat for Nicky Henderson. He progressed nicely last season and finished with a good second over this trip at Ayr’s Scottish Grand National meeting. He starts handicapping off a fair mark. Getalead has been busy this season, winning three of his past four runs at lesser levels. This trip suits and he gets on well with today’s rival who takes off a handy 7lb. He’ll have to improve but there’s every chance he will. Advertisement Pyramid Place had a fair bit in hand when winning at Kempton last month. He won on his last visit here in May and will be competitive despite going up the weights. Olly Murphy stablemate Tamar Bridge also likes it here and will be fitter for his comeback from two years off at Uttoxeter. Santos Blue loves the mud so the more rain the better for his chances. Templegate's tips FREE BETS - GET THE BEST SIGN UP DEALS AND RACING OFFERS Commercial content notice: Taking one of the offers featured in this article may result in a payment to The Sun. You should be aware brands pay fees to appear in the highest placements on the page. 18+. T&Cs apply. gambleaware.org . Remember to gamble responsibly A responsible gambler is someone who: Advertisement Read more on the Scottish Sun DARR-ARGH! Weather maps reveal exact date Storm Darragh to hit Scots with rain, wind & SNOW 'SICK BEYOND BELIEF' Cops probe footage 'showing Scots woman having sex with XL Bully dog' Establishes time and monetary limits before playing Only gambles with money they can afford to lose Never chases their losses Doesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry or depressed Gamcare – www.gamcare.org.uk Gamble Aware – www.gambleaware.org Find our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.CHICAGO — The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation launched a new online licensing system this fall, the first phase in a plan to modernize the management and licensing process for service providers across the state. The system improvements are part of efforts to make doing business easier and more efficient for Illinois service providers, the department said. The Comprehensive Online Regulatory Environment, or CORE, opened on Oct. 30, nearly a year after the Illinois General Assembly passed House Bill 2394, a measure authorizing the IDFPR to upgrade its antiquated system that had led to long waiting periods for licensing and renewals. The new system will “eliminate the need for paper applications, give applicants more control over their application materials, and help prevent deficient applications from being submitted,” according to a statement from IDFPR. Treto The agency calls CORE the first part of a multiphase approach by IDFPR to, over the next two years, ensure applications for more than 300 license types and records for more than 1.2 million professionals are properly transitioned. The first professions to be licensed under the new system are clinical psychologists, music therapists and nail technicians. “Everyone wanting to earn a living in Illinois in the 21st century should have tools of the times available so they can be licensed and get to work as soon as possible,” IDFPR Secretary Mario Treto Jr., said in the statement. Music therapists On May 27, 2022, Gov. JB Pritzker signed Senate Bill 2243, which created a music therapy license for Illinois practitioners within the IDFPR. Music therapy is a form of treatment that incorporates “clinical & evidence-based use of music interventions to accomplish individualized goals within a therapeutic relationship” according to the American Music Therapy Association website. “We have been waiting for 2 1/2 years since our bill was passed for this new system to come,” said Mia Iliopoulos Krings, president of the Illinois Association for Music Therapy, in an interview. Instead of immediately allowing music therapists to apply for a license two years ago, Krings said that the department “didn't want to put us in the old system for us to just have to go into the new system.” Since the system’s launch, Krings praised how easy and efficient it was to complete the application process. “They have been working incredibly fast and efficiently in getting everything back to us. For example, I applied on Friday night on Nov. 1. I heard back by 8:30 a.m. Monday morning,” Krings said. She said her fellow music therapists posted their issued licenses on Facebook and shared similar experiences of a rapid response. Krings’ experience now is vastly different from what many Illinois professionals experienced in the past. Panache Perkins, director and an instructor of Your School of Beauty in Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood, said that before the digitization, the IDFPR was “still in 1997,” with “old school” public servants stacking “pieces of paper applications into a 75-year-old filing system.” “They (IDFPR) lose paperwork all the time, because they don’t have the right system,” she said. With new integrated software and technology services provided by Tyler Technologies, however, the department’s CORE system will “notify prospective licensees directly within the system when applications are received, reviewed, and licenses are issued by the department—eliminating the need for paper mail and email responses,” according to IDFPR’s statement. Financial barriers for business The IDFPR’s mission is “to protect the residents of Illinois” through licensing and regulating industries and professions that offer services to the public. But some say these licenses can serve as a financial barrier to doing business. The initial music therapy license is $400 and renewal costs $300. In preparation for hardships, the Illinois Association for Music Therapists held a benefit concert to raise funds to help pay for the licenses for members in need. Two years ago, state lawmakers created the Comprehensive Licensing Information to Minimize Barriers Task Force, or CLIMB, to “investigate how occupational licensing of low-to-moderate-income occupations relates to economic inequities in Illinois and to recommend reforms,” according to a statement from the task force. Last month, CLIMB released a study of their two-year findings, and recommended easing licensing burdens for specific professions. The study recommended that hair braiders, for example, should be exempt from having a license. CLIMB’s research found that “requiring a license to braid hair does not enhance public safety but does disproportionately impact individuals from minority communities,” according to the statement. Perkins said she disagrees with that recommendation. “People’s addiction to social media has changed the (standard) that licensing set. Now everyone thinks they can do it,” she said. She also said braiders may not know proper hair care, how to properly clean their tools or prevent traction alopecia – a type of hair loss caused by tension from tight hair styles. There are 33 states that do not require a license for hair braiders; an increase of 21 from 2016. This includes Indiana, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania, according to the CLIMB. Perkins said she has been working in the beauty industry since she was 16 years old, noting, “my grandmother inspired me to go into cosmetology.” Perkins’s grandmother, Mildred Dixon, opened Your School of Beauty 66 years ago to train men and women to begin their careers in the beauty industry. Perkins said the beauty industry is among the most essential occupations and that it should be regulated accordingly. “Cosmetologists work closely with products that dermatologists prescribe and recommend. We were also essential during the pandemic,” Perkins said. However, she also acknowledged the state’s antiquated licensing system impacts how cosmetologists are regarded and can run their businesses. She said she doesn’t think licensing is a barrier. “If you can do enough ‘heads’ to pay taxes on your work, then you can pay the money to get your license,” she said, adding that this evokes a larger issue about how people see their futures. “If you’re not trying to get your license,” she said, “you’re also not thinking about your (long-term) future.” Gov. J.B. Pritzker on July 31 signs legislation that will make it illegal for companies hold mandatory meetings in which workers would be subjected to the employer’s views on religious or political matters, including unionization. Nicole Jeanine Johnson is a graduate student in journalism with Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism, Media, Integrated Marketing Communications, and a Fellow in its Medill Illinois News Bureau working in partnership with Capitol News Illinois. Capitol News Illinois is a nonprofit, nonpartisan news service that distributes state government coverage to hundreds of news outlets statewide. 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