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Chuck Woolery Dies: Former ‘Wheel of Fortune’ and ‘Love Connection’ Host Was 83Biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy sparked debate this week by claiming American culture's reverence for mediocrity—citing Saved by the Bell 's Zack Morris as an example, among others—hinders the nation's ability to "produce the best engineers." However, the soon-to-be co-lead of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), alongside billionaire Elon Musk , overlooked key details about Morris, notably his standardize testing score and political accomplishments. Newsweek has reached out to Ramaswamy for comment via email on Saturday. Why It Matters Ramaswamy, a 2024 Republican presidential candidate, drew a backlash from members of his own party after arguing in a lengthy post on X, formerly Twitter , on Thursday that tech companies need foreign workers because Americans don't have a good enough work ethic as American culture "venerated mediocrity over excellence." His reference to the fictional Saved by the Bell character Zack Morris prompted some critics of Ramaswamy's post to highlight Morris' intellect, noting he scored a 1502 on the SAT and later became governor of California. What To Know Ramaswamy's comments came the day after Musk posted on X, which he bought in October 2022, that there are not enough "super talented" and "super motivated" engineers in the United States. The two top advisers to President-elect Donald Trump have spoken out about the benefits of foreign workers and the lack of a technical and motivated talent pool in the U.S., sparking outrage among many Make America Great Again (MAGA) supporters. Discussions about reforms to the H-1B visa program, which allows American companies to employ foreign workers in specialty occupation, have intensified this week. "The reason top tech companies often hire foreign-born & first-generation engineers over 'native' Americans isn't because of an innate American IQ deficit (a lazy & wrong explanation). A key part of it comes down to the c-word: culture," Ramaswamy wrote in his December 26 post. He added: "A culture that venerates Cory from "Boy Meets World," or Zach & Slater over Screech in "Saved by the Bell," or 'Stefan' over Steve Urkel in "Family Matters," will not produce the best engineers." Saved by the Bell was a popular teen sitcom that first aired in 1989 and follows a group of Los Angeles-based high school friends. Morris, one of the main characters, received a 1502 on the SAT, which according to the College Board is in the 98th percentile of test takers. The test, used as part of a college applicant's admissions process, has a maximum score of 1600. According to the show's Fandom page, Morris was accepted to Yale University but ultimately went to Cal U with his friends. In the 2020 reboot of the show, Morris is an attorney who then goes on to serve as the governor of California. Screech Powers, whom Ramaswamy suggests Americans should celebrate over the more playful and charming Zack Morris, was considered the school nerd. However, Powers scored lower than Morris on the SAT, earning a 1220. What People Are Saying Adam Wren, Politico national correspondent , reshared Ramaswamy's post on Thursday and wrote, "Zack Morris scored a 1502 on the SAT." In a second post, he added, "Zack Morris got into Yale but opted for California University and eventually got into...politics, becoming the governor of California." Chad Troutwine, co-founder of admissions consulting company Veritas Prep, wrote in an X post: "1502 wasn't possible on the SAT then. 1500? Sure. 1520? Yep. Only increments of ten." David Brooks, an author and political and cultural columnist, wrote in an X post on Friday : "'More math tutoring, fewer sleepovers.' This line from Ramaswamy is pure ignorance. You want to have your kid do something cognitively demanding? Send them on a sleepover with a bunch of other 12 year olds." What Happens Next Trump will be inaugurated on January 20, after which the new administration will decide what, if any, changes will be made to the legal immigration process and the American education system. Trump has previously talked about the prospects for legal immigration reform, suggesting that students who got an advanced degree deserved the opportunity of a green card. "What I will do is, you graduate from a college, I think you should get automatically, as part of your diploma, a green card to be able to stay in this country," he said in June. As of Saturday, Trump has not publicly addressed interparty debates over H-1B visas.7xm vip login 。

Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Demolition began last week on the old visitor center at the Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument near Crow Agency. The battlefield was recently awarded a construction contract to replace the 73-year-old visitor center. The National Park Service is coordinating with the park's associated tribes and stakeholders to develop interpretive exhibits that better tell the complex stories surrounding the landscape, site and people. The nearly $14 million project is funded by the Centennial Challenge program and donations through the National Park Foundation (NPF), including a lead grant from The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust. The new 9,000-square-foot building will be constructed on the footprint of the old visitor center. Nomlaki Technologies LLC, based in West Sacramento, California, is a 100% tribally owned company of members of the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians. The new building will provide prominent views of the battlefield and will feature a roof deck, an improved parking area, accessible walkways, and enhanced visitor amenities to accommodate increased visitor use.

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Determined to ensure the stability of the price of rice at the retail level, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel has been doing the rounds of Kadiwa ng Pangulo kiosks where the staple is selling at ₱40 per kilo. This comes on the heels of latest projections made by the US Department of Agriculture. The USDA eyes a looming increase in rice imports, spurred by production declines caused by La Niña and a series of natural disasters that have hit the country’s rice-producing areas, drastically reducing yields at a time when demand is on the rise. This confluence of factors presents not only economic but also social ramifications, particularly for the lowest income classes, who are most vulnerable to price hikes and food insecurity. According to the USDA, the Philippines is set to become the world’s largest rice importer for three consecutive marketing years. This marks a troubling shift, as the country moves from a self-sufficient producer to a net importer, relying increasingly on foreign rice to meet domestic demand. While rice imports have historically played a role in balancing supply shortages, the sheer scale of expected imports — projected at around 5.4 million metric tons in 2024-2025 — highlights the growing gap between production and consumption. This gap is widening due to a surge in rice consumption. Rice is a staple in the Filipino diet, and for many, it is the primary source of sustenance. From 14.8 million metric tons (MT) in 2020-2021, rice consumption in the Philippines is expected to rise to 17.4 million MT in the 2024-2025 marketing year. This increase is driven by several factors, including population growth, changing dietary habits, and the socio-economic realities faced by millions of Filipinos. As consumption continues to climb, the supply side struggles to keep pace, further exacerbating the need for imports. Rice is not just a food item. It’s a cornerstone of economic stability for many Filipino families. The lowest-income classes, particularly those living in rural areas where rice is grown, are most exposed to the fluctuating prices and availability of the commodity. Typhoons and extreme weather events have already driven up production costs, and now the anticipated increase in imports will likely push domestic rice prices higher due to a combination of market dynamics and logistical challenges. The impact on low-income families could be devastating. With rising rice prices, these households will spend an even larger proportion of their income on food. According to the Philippine Statistics Authority, food accounts for more than 40 percent of household expenditure among the lowest 30 percent of income earners. A rise in rice prices would, therefore, have an outsized effect on their purchasing power, further entrenching poverty and inequality. With cheaper imports flooding the market, many small-scale rice farmers are likely to be pushed into even deeper poverty. To mitigate the impact of these changes, the government must adopt more comprehensive measures. First, improving domestic rice production through investments in irrigation, farming technology, and disaster-resilient crops could help reduce the need for imports in the future. Second, addressing the rising cost of rice through targeted subsidies or price controls can help protect the most vulnerable populations from the worst effects of inflation. Lastly, creating more robust social safety nets for farmers, including income support and disaster relief, would provide a cushion against market volatility.As 21-year-old Nitish became the third youngest Indian to score a maiden Test ton in Australia, legendary Sunil Gavaskar was left impressed with the feat, as he was seen gaving a standing ovation to the young talent the commentary box. ET Year-end Special Reads Take That: The gamechanger weapon's India acquired in 2024 10 big-bang policy moves Modi government made in 2024 How governments tried to rein in the social media beast "Wonderful wonderful shot that. Straight bat and lofted shot to get to his first hundred. And I am pretty certain that this is going to be the first of many hundreds. What a find this man has been for Indian cricket. Superb innings, fantastic temperament. A great mix of talent and temperament. Fantastic stuff, young man. Keep going. Keep going!," said Gavaskar as he clapped for Reddy on-air. — abcsport (@abcsport) Nitish Reddy , an unknown entity in red ball cricket before the start of Border-Gavaskar series, virtually bailed India out with his dogged maiden Test century here on Saturday, severely denting Australia's hopes of winning the Boxing Day contest. Reddy's unbeaten 105 took India to 358 for nine, still 116 runs short of Australia's first innings score of 474 as rain brought an early end to the third day's play. With the flat MCG deck not offering much to the bowlers, saving the Test match shouldn't be a big deal for India. Reddy, easily India's 'find of the series', played a pivotal role in visitors' fightback. Reddy's combative spirit and the invaluable 127-run stand he shared with Washington Sundar (50 off 162 balls) proved to be the turning point for the hosts. Reddy's innings was termed as one of greatest Test knocks by the legendary Sunil Gavaskar given the situation as India were in a precarious position after Rishab Pant's dismissal courtesy a rash shot had left India tottering at 191 for six. 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Canada thumped Trinidad and Tobago 38-0 to win the Rugby Americas North (RAN) Sevens on Sunday and qualify for World Rugby’s second-tier Challenger Series. The tournament-favourite Canadian men outscored their opposition 169-0 over five matches in a first step back up the rugby sevens ladder since being relegated from the elite HSBC SVNS circuit in June. The top four teams from the three-event Challenger Series will face off against the bottom four from the HSBC SVNS at the SVNS World Championships May 3-4 in Carson, Calif., in a promotion/relegation playoff. “I think it’s just about continually building,” said Canada captain Elias Hancock. “We know what we’re capable of. We’ve shown it at times. It’s just time to get back to that place where we know we belong.” Prior to relegation, Canada had been a core team on the top sevens circuit since 2012-13 and lifted the trophy in Singapore in 2017. The Canadian men finished eighth at the Tokyo Olympics. Trinidad had plenty of the ball in the first half of Sunday’s final at Larry Gomes Stadium. But Canada, helped by several penalties, scored first with Hancock touching down under the posts for a try converted by Thomas Isherwood. Matt Oworu, beating two defenders, added another converted try for a 14-0 lead at the break. Cooper Coats added a converted try early in the second half. And Hancock, Jack Shaw and Noah Bain added late tries after Trinidad lost a man to the sin-bin for two minutes midway through the second half for an infraction off a Canadian kickoff. Earlier Sunday, the Canadians defeated Jamaica 26-0 in semifinal play and the Cayman Islands 38-0 in the quarterfinal. Trinidad and Tobago made it to the final — for the first time since 2013 — with a 19-7 comeback win over Mexico. Jamaica defeated Mexico 12-0 to finish third. Weather was a factor during the three-day tournament in Arima, some 30 kilometres east of Port of Spain. After enduring 30-plus C heat and humidity Friday, their final Pool A game against Barbados was abandoned Saturday due to a storm. On Sunday, the Canadians played the Cayman Islands in a downpour and the skies opened again at halftime of the Jamaica game. Alex Russell, Josiah Morra, Coats and Hancock scored tries against Jamaica for Canada, which led 12-0 at the break. Thomas Isherwood added three conversions. Morra and Hancock each scored two tries against the Caymans and Ethan Hager and D’Shawn Bowen added singles for Canada, which led 19-0 at the half. Canada added four conversions. Canada, which blanked Guyana 29-0 Friday, dispatched Bermuda 38-0 Saturday and was leading Barbados 10-0 when the game was halted in the first half due to heavy rain and high winds. While play eventually resumed, the interrupted Canada game was ruled a scoreless draw. The Canadian men are coming off a disastrous 3-36-0 HSBC SVNS season that ended with a 22-14 loss to Spain with relegation on the line. It was a 29th straight defeat. After being relegated, coach Sean White’s team fell short in an Olympic repechage tournament in late June in Monaco, finishing fourth after losing 26-0 to eventual winner South Africa in the semifinals. The Blitzboks went on to claim bronze in Paris. The 13-man roster for the RAN 7s includes six players who were part of the relegation playoff in Madrid: Hancock, Isherwood, Morra, Coats, Oworu and David Richard. Morra, Coats and Oworu joined the sevens team from Bucharest where they were part of Kingsley Jones’ Canadian 15s squad for test matches against Chile and Romania. The Canadian men are scheduled to play in an invitational men’s sevens tournament taking place at B.C. Place Stadium alongside the HSBC SVNS Vancouver stop in February. The Canadian women left Sunday for Dubai and the opening stop of the 2005 HSBC SVNS season. The Olympic silver-medallist Canadians open play next Saturday against Japan before facing Brazil and Olympic champion New Zealand.By Lindsay Middleton A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens was published in 1843. Over the course of the 19th century, his depictions of the Christmas turkey and charitable spirit were reprinted thousands of times in Britain and America, cementing the fascination with and commodification of Christmas we are familiar with today. But what about the food eaten at the Victorian dinner table, beyond the (now) traditional turkey? These three recipes, which are both familiar and different to the Christmas menu we now know and love, show how Christmas foods and traditions were being explored and adapted over the course of the 19th century. Some recipes were more extravagant than our typical modern Christmas dinner, like the Yorkshire or Christmas Pie from The Modern Cook by Charles Elme Francatelli (1846), which featured five different birds (pheasant, partridge, woodcock, snipe and grouse), bacon, tongue and French truffles. Here are three slightly less complicated offerings to try at home. From The Book of Household Management by Isabella Beeton (1861) English writer Isabella Beeton’s soup essentially involved simmering the bones and leftover meat of your Christmas turkey into an existing stock to enrich it, before using a thickening agent to make it even richer. Her reference to Harvey’s Sauce demonstrates how common it was to buy branded, mass-produced foodstuffs by this point in the 19th century. A thin, strong-tasting ketchup flavoured with anchovies, garlic and cayenne, the punchy sauce was the brain-child of culinary expert Peter Harvey in the early 1800s. Beeton, despite authoring one of the most prolific cookbooks of the Victorian era, compiled recipes and information from other sources in her cookbooks, rather than writing them on her own. Below this soup recipe, she included an excerpt on the history of turkeys, which she notes were “introduced to England, in the reign of Henry VIII” and were “one of the most difficult birds to rear, of any that we have”. Ingredients: two quarts of medium stock, the remains of a cold roast turkey, two oz. of rice-flour or arrowroot, salt and pepper to taste, one tablespoonful of Harvey’s Sauce or mushroom ketchup. Method: Cut up the turkey in small pieces and put it in the stock. Let it simmer slowly until the bones are quite clean. Take the bones out, and work the soup through a sieve; when cool, skim well. Mix the rice-flour or arrowroot to a batter with a little of the soup; add it with the seasoning and sauce, or ketchup. Give one boil, and serve. From Bow Bells: A Magazine of General Literature and Family Reading (1893) This recipe, taken from a popular, London-based periodical that included items of fashion, literature, current events, recipes and domestic advice, is typical of the 19th-century recipe form. In contrast to Beeton’s organised recipe, most recipes came in one or more paragraphs. Victorians had to read the entire piece to understand what ingredients and equipment they required. The recipe also relies on the reader knowing that a “quick” fire meant a fiercely burning fire, ascertaining when the bird was cooked and making gravy without instruction. If you were capable of doing so, you could enjoy an alternative to the ever-popular turkey. In Scotland and the north of England, roast goose is a favourite piece de resistance for Christmas, and, in good sooth, when the bird is young, fat, and well-cooked, there are few viands to beat it. Take sage and wash it, pick it clean, chop it small, with pepper and salt role them with butter and put them into the belly. Never put onion in anything unless you are sure that everybody likes it. Take care that your goose be clean-picked and washed. Either singe or scald the bird. The best way is to scald a goose, and then you are sure it is clean and not so strong. Let your water be scalding hot, dip in your goose for a minute, and all the stumps of feathers will come off clean. When it is quite clean wash it in cold water, and dry it with a cloth; roast it, and baste it with butter, and when it is half-done through some flower [sic] over it, that it may have a fine brown. Three-quarters of an hour will do it with a quick fire, if it is not too large, otherwise it will require an hour. Always have good gravy in one tureen and apple sauce in another. From Modern Cookery, In All Its Branches by Eliza Acton (1845) English food writer Eliza Acton’s book Modern Cookery was highly popular over the 19th century. She introduced structure to her recipes before Beeton, though many claim the latter was the first to organise recipes in a way that’s more recognisable to modern readers. What’s most intriguing about this festive recipe, however, is the inclusion of potatoes in the Christmas pudding. Potatoes are used to bulk up the more expensive flour, as a cheap, relatively flavourless base for the stone fruit and spice that characterise Christmas puddings. The contrast between the inclusion of potatoes and the expensive spices and fruit speaks to the desire, whatever your location or circumstances, to eat special food at Christmas. Food with more flavour, variety and luxurious ingredients than you might eat at other times of the year. Flour, 1 1⁄4lb; suet, 14 ozs; raisins stoned, 20 ozs; currants, 4 ozs; sugar, 5 ozs; potatoes, 1⁄4 lb; 1⁄2 nutmeg; ginger, salt, cloves 1⁄4 teaspoonful each; eggs, 4; milk, 1⁄2 pint: 4 hours. A pound and a quarter of flour, 14 ounces of suet, a pound and a quarter of stoned raisins, four ounces of currants, five of sugar, a quarter-pound of potatoes smoothly mashed, half a nutmeg, a quarter-teaspoonful of ginger, the same of salt, and of cloves in powder: mix these ingredients thoroughly, add four well-beaten eggs with a quarter-pint of milk, tie the pudding in a well-floured cloth, and boil it for four hours. Lindsay Middleton is Food Historian and Knowledge Exchange Associate, University of Glasgow. This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons licence

Cybersecurity Certification Market Future Scope, Size, Share, Growing Trends & Demand, Opportunities, Key Segments And Forecast To 2030 12-16-2024 10:46 PM CET | Business, Economy, Finances, Banking & Insurance Press release from: ABNewswire SGS(Switzerland), DEKRA(Germany), Intertek(UK), Bureau Veritas(France), DNV GL(Norway), TUV SUD(Germany), UL Solutions(US), Eurofins Scientific (Luxembourg), TUV NORD(Germany), Element(UK), Keysight(US), BSI(UK), TUV Rheinland(Germany), EY Certifypoint(Ne Cybersecurity Certification Market by Certification Category (Cloud Security, Information Security, AI Certifications), Target User (Individual Professionals and Enterprises), Delivery Mode (Online and in-person) - Global Forecast to 2030. The global Cybersecurity Certification market [ https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/Market-Reports/cybersecurity-certification-market-18576137.html?utm_campaign=cybersecuritycertificationmarket&utm_source=abnewswire.com&utm_medium=paidpr ] is expected to grow from USD 3,987.6 million in 2024 to USD 8,033.5 million by 2030, registering a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 12.4% during the forecast period. The increasing sophistication of cyber threats, coupled with a shortage of skilled professionals, is driving the demand for cybersecurity certifications. Organizations are turning to certification programs to upskill their workforce, enabling employees to effectively address emerging risks. Additionally, stringent regulations like GDPR mandate certified teams for robust risk management, further fueling the adoption of these programs. Cybersecurity certifications not only strengthen an organization's security posture but also enhance employees' skills and confidence in managing advanced cyber risks. This growing need for protection and preparedness is encouraging more companies to invest in cybersecurity certifications. Download PDF Brochure@ https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/pdfdownloadNew.asp?id=18576137 [ https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/pdfdownloadNew.asp?id=18576137&utm_campaign=cybersecuritycertificationmarket&utm_source=abnewswire.com&utm_medium=paidpr ] By Vertical, the IT & ITeS segment will account for the largest market size. The high reliance on technology makes this segment IT and ITeS the leader in the cybersecurity certification market, with information security as a key concern as it is the sector that is most susceptible to sophisticated cyberattacks. The rising frequency of threats like ransomware and phishing call for more certified professionals in skills areas such as cloud computing and AI security. This usually becomes highly observable and is facilitated by the mandate of regulatory compliance, which requires adherence to frameworks such as GDPR and HIPAA through their respective certifications. Moreover, rapid technology integration into business processes introduces security loopholes; hence, continuous learning and specialized certifications are required to build a skilled workforce that can efficiently tackle risks. By Delivery Mode, the Online sector is estimated to have the highest CAGR during the global forecast. Online segment is leading the cybersecurity certification market growth due to adaptability, accessibility, and cost-effectiveness of the same. High-speed internet eliminates geographical barriers and opens up the world to engage into many courses. Flexible learning accommodates personal and professional obligations, while the shortage of cybersecurity skills globally is driving demand for scalable online training. The pandemic hastened the adoption of virtual education usage and, thus, became the new norm. Online programs are more affordable, contain real-time updates of content, and use interactive formats like multimedia and simulations for better learning. Specialized certifications attract targeted learners for continuous professional development and updated skills for professionals to handle better emerging cyber threats. "By region, In North America, US is projected to have the largest market during the forecast period." The US dominates the cybersecurity certification market as it is in need of lots of expert professionals in mitigating increasing and sophisticated cyber threats. New vulnerabilities arising from the implementation of the coming next-generation technologies such as cloud computing, AI, and IoT call for specific training and certifications. There has been significant investment in the training of cybersecurity at organizations. This is mainly due to a growing realization of threats and a strong commitment to protecting digital assets. A robust security ecosystem by cybersecurity firms in the US, the shift to remote work expanded its attack surface, and continuous learning and managed security services further buttress the upward trend in demand for certifications. Request Sample Pages@ https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/requestsampleNew.asp?id=18576137 [ https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/requestsampleNew.asp?id=18576137&utm_campaign=cybersecuritycertificationmarket&utm_source=abnewswire.com&utm_medium=paidpr ] Unique Features in the Cybersecurity Certification Market The cybersecurity certification market offers a diverse array of certifications catering to different skill levels and specialties. From foundational certifications like CompTIA Security+ to advanced ones such as CISSP, CISM, and CEH, professionals can choose programs tailored to their career paths and organizational needs. A unique aspect of this market is the availability of both vendor-specific certifications, such as Cisco's CCNA Cyber Ops, and vendor-neutral certifications, like those offered by (ISC) and ISACA. This variety allows individuals and organizations to focus on technologies relevant to their ecosystems or adopt broader, technology-agnostic skillsets. Modern cybersecurity certification programs increasingly incorporate practical, hands-on training through simulated environments, labs, and real-world scenarios. This feature ensures that certified professionals are well-prepared to handle actual cyber threats and incidents effectively. Many certifications are designed to align with global compliance and regulatory frameworks such as GDPR, HIPAA, and ISO/IEC 27001. These programs help organizations meet regulatory requirements and strengthen their governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) strategies. Certifications now cover specialized areas like cloud security, AI-driven threat analysis, blockchain security, and IoT protection. This evolution reflects the growing need for expertise in safeguarding next-generation technologies against cyber threats. Major Highlights of the Cybersecurity Certification Market A global shortage of skilled cybersecurity professionals is driving the demand for certifications. Organizations are relying on certification programs to reskill and upskill their workforce, ensuring employees are equipped to handle sophisticated cyberattacks effectively. Regulations such as GDPR, HIPAA, and CCPA are compelling organizations to adopt cybersecurity certifications to meet compliance standards. Certified teams play a critical role in mitigating risks, securing sensitive data, and adhering to industry-specific legal frameworks. Cybersecurity certifications not only strengthen organizational security frameworks but also boost employee confidence and expertise. These programs empower individuals to handle advanced cyber risks, fostering a culture of preparedness and resilience within organizations. The market is witnessing increased adoption of specialized certifications in areas like cloud security (e.g., AWS Certified Security), ethical hacking (e.g., CEH), and advanced threat analysis (e.g., GIAC Certifications). This trend reflects the growing need for niche expertise in combating specific cybersecurity challenges. Industries such as BFSI, healthcare, and IT are leading adopters of cybersecurity certifications. These sectors face heightened security risks and compliance demands, making certified professionals essential for maintaining trust and operational integrity. Inquire Before Buying@ https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/Enquiry_Before_BuyingNew.asp?id=18576137 [ https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/Enquiry_Before_BuyingNew.asp?id=18576137&utm_campaign=cybersecuritycertificationmarket&utm_source=abnewswire.com&utm_medium=paidpr ] Top Companies in the Cybersecurity Certification Market The major players in the Cybersecurity Certification market with a significant global presence SGS(Switzerland), DEKRA(Germany), Intertek(UK), Bureau Veritas(France), DNV GL(Norway), TUV SUD(Germany), UL Solutions(US), Eurofins Scientific (Luxembourg), TUV NORD(Germany), Element(UK), Keysight(US), BSI(UK), TUV Rheinland(Germany), EY Certifypoint(Netherlands), A-Lign(Florida), HITRUST(US), Schellman(US), Coalfire Certification(US), DQS(Germany), Control Case(US), ISC2(US), Infosec Train(India), EXIDA(US), ISASecure(US), ISACA(US), CompTIA(US). The market players have adopted various strategies, such as developing advanced products, partnerships, contracts, expansions, and acquisitions, to strengthen their position in the Cybersecurity Certification market. The organic and inorganic strategies have further helped the market players to expand globally. SGS SGS is a global leader in inspection, verification, testing and certification. The company has around 99,600 professionals working in 2,600 offices and labs. SGS offers a wide range of cybersecurity services, such as certifications: ISO/SAE 21434, conformity with the EU Cybersecurity Act, and compliance with standards like ETSI EN 303 645 and NIST IR 8259A. Other services that SGS offers include consulting, training, gap analysis, penetration testing. Serving sectors like automotive, IoT, industrial automation, healthcare, and smart grids, SGS addresses unique industry challenges, offering lifecycle security, IEC 62443 compliance, and sensitive data protection, enhancing trust and security postures. Dekra DEKRA delivers comprehensive cybersecurity assessment and certification services for connected vehicles in automotive, IoT, ICT, healthcare, industrial automation, and cloud services. Its standards compliance is through ISO/SAE 21434 for connected vehicles, ETSI EN 303 645 for IoT devices, and Common Criteria (ISO 15408) for ICT systems. DEKRA helps companies deal with industry-specific challenges such as AI, remote security, and penetration testing, along with cybersecurity surveillance and tailored training. DEKRA is supporting regulatory compliance with innovative methods such as drone-based infrastructure assessment and integration of cybersecurity into corporate responsibility, while strengthening defenses against evolving threats and establishing a sustainable market position under the Strategy 2025. Media Contact Company Name: MarketsandMarkets Trademark Research Private Ltd. Contact Person: Mr. Rohan Salgarkar Email:Send Email [ https://www.abnewswire.com/email_contact_us.php?pr=cybersecurity-certification-market-future-scope-size-share-growing-trends-demand-opportunities-key-segments-and-forecast-to-2030 ] Phone: 18886006441 Address:1615 South Congress Ave. Suite 103, Delray Beach, FL 33445 City: Florida State: Florida Country: United States Website: https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/Market-Reports/cybersecurity-certification-market-18576137.html This release was published on openPR.

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Hezbollah fires more than 180 rockets and other projectiles into Israel, wounding at least 7 BEIRUT (AP) — Hezbollah has fired at least 185 rockets and other projectiles into Israel, wounding seven people in the militant group's heaviest barrage in several days. 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. 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Ukraine’s Security Service on Sunday showed The Associated Press wreckage of the new intermediate-range ballistic missile that struck a factory in the central Ukrainian city of Dnipro on Thursday. 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. California is bracing for more snow and rain this weekend while still grappling with some flooding and small landslides from a previous storm. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for California's Sierra Nevada through Tuesday, with heavy snow expected at high elevations. Thousands remained without power in the Seattle area on Saturday after a “bomb cyclone” storm system hit the West Coast earlier in the week, killing two people. Parts of the Northeast and Appalachia also began the weekend with heavy precipitation. After Trump's win, Black women are rethinking their role as America's reliable political organizers ATLANTA (AP) — Donald Trump's victory has dismayed many politically engaged Black women, and they're reassessing their enthusiasm for politics and organizing. Black women often carry much of the work of getting out the vote, and they had vigorously supported the historic candidacy of Kamala Harris. AP VoteCast, a survey of more than 120,000 voters, found that 6 in 10 Black women said the future of democracy was the single most important factor for their vote this year, a higher share than for other demographic groups. But now, some Black women are renewing calls to emphasize rest, focus on mental health and become more selective about what fight they lend their organizing power to. Pakistan partially stops mobile and internet services ahead of pro-Imran Khan protest ISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistan has suspended mobile and internet services “in areas with security concerns” as supporters of imprisoned former premier Imran Khan gear up for a protest in the capital. The government and Interior Ministry made the announcement on X, which is banned in Pakistan. Sunday's protest is to demand Khan's release. He has been in prison for more than a year but remains popular. His supporters rely heavily on social media and messaging apps to coordinate with each other. Pakistan has already sealed off Islamabad and shut down major roads and highways connecting the city with Khan's power bases. Uruguay's once-dull election has become a dead heat in the presidential runoff MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay (AP) — Uruguayans are heading to the polls to choose their next president. 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Pressure is on the Albanese government to make headway on its long list of stalled legislation before the federal election. Housing will be back in spotlight during the final sitting week of 2024, with the Help to Buy government equity scheme and incentives for build-to-rent to be brought to a final vote in the Senate. The two housing bills have struggled to attract the support of the opposition or the Greens, with Labor knocking back fresh demands from the latter. Central to the Greens’ updated position is funding for 25,000 “shovel-ready” homes not given the go-ahead under the first round of the Housing Australia Future Fund. Labor insists the demand is unlawful and would result in the construction of million-dollar homes that are not value for money. Greens housing spokesman Max Chandler-Mather said his party had designed “a compromise offer that is popular, achievable and easy to accept, it requires no new legislation and sits broadly within government policy”. With 30 or so bills still before the parliament, the government has been ramping up pressure on the Greens and the coalition to co-operate. “This is a week where we will see the colour of the eyes of Peter Dutton and the Greens party,” Employment Minister Murray Watt told reporters on Sunday. A friendless crackdown on misinformation and disinformation has been shelved and gambling reforms have been pushed into next year. Though the government is expecting wins on its aged care reforms and its social media age limit, with the former expected to attract opposition support. Under world-first legislation, Australians younger than 16 will be banned from social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Reddit and X (formerly Twitter). Labor will also be spruiking its Future Made in Australia plan, with its hydrogen and critical minerals production tax incentives to be introduced to parliament on Monday. Economic management will likely get some airtime after monthly inflation figures are released on Wednesday, with headline inflation expected to once again land within the Reserve Bank of Australia’s target band. But with the central bank’s preferred underlying gauge – stripped of the volatility inflicting the headline number – likely to remain above the two-three per cent band, keenly-anticipated interest rate cuts are likely to stay on ice. The federal election is due to be held by May 17.

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STMicroelectronics Unusual Options Activity For November 26WOONSOCKET, R.I. , Dec. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CVS Health Corporation ("CVS Health" or the "Company," NYSE: CVS) announced today the applicable Reference Yields and Total Consideration (each as summarized in the tables below) to be paid in connection with the previously announced cash tender offer (the "Maximum Tender Offer" ) for the maximum principal amount of the following series of Maximum Tender Offer Notes (as defined below) for which the aggregate purchase price, not including Accrued Interest (as defined below), payable in respect of such Maximum Tender Offer Notes, does not exceed $1,774,423,242.62 (such maximum purchase price, the "Maximum Tender Offer Amount"): its 2.700% Senior Notes due 2040, the 3.875% Senior Notes due 2047 issued by its wholly-owned subsidiary Aetna Inc. ("Aetna"), its 4.250% Senior Notes due 2050, the 4.125% Senior Notes due 2042 issued by Aetna, its 4.125% Senior Notes due 2040, its 2.125% Senior Notes due 2031, its 1.875% Senior Notes due 2031, its 5.050% Senior Notes due 2048, the 4.500% Senior Notes due 2042 issued by Aetna and its 1.750% Senior Notes due 2030 (together, the "Maximum Tender Offer Notes"). The applicable Reference Yield for the Maximum Tender Offer Notes and the Total Consideration for the Maximum Tender Offer Notes are summarized in the table below: Maximum Tender Offer Notes : Title of Notes CUSIP Number Original Issuer Principal Amount Outstanding Maturity Date Acceptance Priority Level (1) UST Reference Security Bloomberg Reference Page Fixed Spread (bps) Early Tender Payment (2) Reference Yield (3) Total Consideration (2)(3) Approximate Proration Factor (4) 2.700% Senior Notes due 2040 126650DP2 CVS Health Corporation $1,250,000,000 8/21/2040 1 4.625% due 11/15/2044 FIT1 +110 bps $30 4.676 % $685.54 100 % 3.875% Senior Notes due 2047 00817YAZ1 Aetna Inc. $1,000,000,000 8/15/2047 2 4.625% due 11/15/2044 FIT1 +121 bps $30 4.676 % $750.06 100 % 4.250% Senior Notes due 2050 126650DL1 CVS Health Corporation $750,000,000 4/1/2050 3 4.250% due 8/15/2054 FIT1 +136 bps $30 4.611 % $776.80 100 % 4.125% Senior Notes due 2042 00817YAM0 Aetna Inc. $500,000,000 11/15/2042 4 4.625% due 11/15/2044 FIT1 +122 bps $30 4.676 % $805.69 100 % 4.125% Senior Notes due 2040 126650DK3 CVS Health Corporation $1,000,000,000 4/1/2040 5 4.625% due 11/15/2044 FIT1 +119 bps $30 4.676 % $825.77 57.5 % 2.125% Senior Notes due 2031 126650DR8 CVS Health Corporation $1,000,000,000 9/15/2031 6 4.250% due 11/15/2034 FIT1 +92 bps $30 N/A N/A 0 % 1.875% Senior Notes due 2031 126650DQ0 CVS Health Corporation $1,250,000,000 2/28/2031 7 4.250% due 11/15/2034 FIT1 +87 bps $30 N/A N/A 0 % 5.050% Senior Notes due 2048 126650CZ1 CVS Health Corporation $8,000,000,000 3/25/2048 8 4.250% due 8/15/2054 FIT1 +156 bps $30 N/A N/A 0 % 4.500% Senior Notes due 2042 00817YAJ7 Aetna Inc. $500,000,000 5/15/2042 9 4.625% due 11/15/2044 FIT1 +130 bps $30 N/A N/A 0 % 1.750% Senior Notes due 2030 126650DN7 CVS Health Corporation $1,250,000,000 8/21/2030 10 4.125% due 11/30/2029 FIT1 +106 bps $30 N/A N/A 0 % (1) Subject to each of the Maximum Tender Offer Amount and proration, the principal amount of each series of Maximum Tender Offer Notes that is purchased in the Maximum Tender Offer will be determined in accordance with the applicable acceptance priority level (in numerical priority order) specified in this column. (2) Per $1,000 principal amount of Maximum Tender Offer Notes validly tendered at or prior to the Early Tender Date (as defined below) and accepted for purchase. (3) Pricing information has only been provided for the Maximum Tender Offer Notes that are expected to be fully or partially accepted for tender. (4) The proration factor has been rounded to the nearest tenth of a percentage point for presentation purposes. The Maximum Tender Offer is being made upon the terms and subject to the conditions set forth in the Offer to Purchase dated December 2, 2024 (as it may be amended or supplemented from time to time, the "Offer to Purchase"), which sets forth a more detailed description of the Maximum Tender Offer. Copies of the Offer to Purchase are available at www.dfking.com/cvs . The Maximum Tender Offer is open to all registered holders (individually, a "Holder" and collectively, the "Holders") of the Maximum Tender Offer Notes. The Total Consideration payable by CVS Health for the Maximum Tender Offer Notes is a price per $1,000 principal amount calculated as described in the Offer to Purchase in a manner intended to result in a yield to maturity or first par call date, as the case may be, equal to the sum of the yield to maturity of the applicable U.S. Treasury reference security specified in the table above as determined at 10:00 a.m. , New York City time, on December 16, 2024 and the applicable fixed spread shown in the table above. Maximum Tender Offer Notes that were tendered and not validly withdrawn at or prior to 5:00 p.m. , New York City time, on December 13, 2024 (the "Early Tender Date") and that are accepted for purchase will receive the applicable Total Consideration, which includes the Early Tender Payment (as defined in the Offer to Purchase). Maximum Tender Offer Notes that are tendered after the Early Tender Date but at or prior to 5:00 p.m. , New York City time, on December 31, 2024 (the "Maximum Tender Offer Expiration Date") (unless earlier terminated by CVS Health as described in the Offer to Purchase) and that are not validly withdrawn and that are accepted for purchase will receive only the applicable Tender Offer Consideration (as defined in the Offer to Purchase), which is the applicable Total Consideration minus the Early Tender Payment. The Maximum Tender Offer Withdrawal Deadline of 5:00 p.m. , New York City time, on December 13, 2024 has passed and, accordingly, Maximum Tender Offer Notes validly tendered in the Maximum Tender Offer may no longer be withdrawn. The settlement date for the Maximum Tender Offer Notes validly tendered at or prior to the Early Tender Date and accepted for purchase is expected to be December 18, 2024 , the third business day after the Early Tender Date (the "Early Settlement Date"). Although the Maximum Tender Offers is scheduled to expire at 5:00 p.m. , New York City time, on December 31, 2024 , unless extended or terminated, because the aggregate purchase price of Notes validly tendered (and not validly withdrawn) prior to the Early Tender Date exceeded the Maximum Tender Offer Amount, there is not expected to be a Final Settlement Date (as defined in the Offer to Purchase), and no Notes tendered after the Early Tender Date are expected to be accepted for purchase. In addition to the Total Consideration for the Maximum Tender Offer Notes, Holders of the Maximum Tender Offer Notes accepted for purchase on the Early Settlement Date will receive accrued and unpaid interest ("Accrued Interest") on those Maximum Tender Offer Notes from the last interest payment date with respect to those Maximum Tender Offer Notes to, but not including, the Early Settlement Date. CVS Health expressly reserves the right, in its sole discretion, subject to applicable law, to amend, extend or terminate the Maximum Tender Offer with respect to any or all series of Maximum Tender Offer Notes at any time if any condition to the Maximum Tender Offer is not satisfied. The Maximum Tender Offer is not conditioned on any minimum principal amount of Maximum Tender Offer Notes being tendered but the Maximum Tender Offer is subject to certain other general conditions as described in the Offer to Purchase. CVS Health has retained Barclays Capital Inc. and Mizuho Securities USA LLC to act as Dealer Managers for the Maximum Tender Offer. D.F. King & Co., Inc. has been retained to act as the Tender and Information Agent for the Maximum Tender Offer. The Offer to Purchase may be accessed at the following link: http://www.dfking.com/cvs . Requests for assistance relating to the procedures for tendering Maximum Tender Notes may be directed to the Tender and Information Agent either by email at cvs@dfking.com , or by phone (212) 269-5550 (for banks and brokers only) or (800) 487-4870 (for all others toll free). Requests for assistance relating to the terms and conditions of the Maximum Tender Offer may be directed to Barclays Capital Inc. at (800) 438-3242 (toll free) or (212) 528-7581 (collect) or Mizuho Securities USA LLC at (866) 271-7403 (toll-free) or (212) 205-7741. Beneficial owners may also contact their broker, dealer, commercial bank, trust company or other nominee for assistance. This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or purchase, or a solicitation of an offer to sell or purchase, or the solicitation of tenders with respect to, any securities, including the Maximum Tender Offer Notes. No offer, solicitation, purchase or sale will be made in any jurisdiction in which such an offer, solicitation, or sale would be unlawful. The Maximum Tender Offer is being made solely pursuant to the Offer to Purchase made available to Holders of the Maximum Tender Offer Notes. None of CVS Health, the Dealer Managers, Tender and Information Agent or the trustees with respect to the Maximum Tender Offer Notes, or any of their respective affiliates, is making any recommendation as to whether or not Holders should tender or refrain from tendering all or any portion of their Maximum Tender Offer Notes in response to the Maximum Tender Offer. Holders are urged to evaluate carefully all information in the Offer to Purchase, consult their own investment and tax advisers and make their own decisions whether to tender Maximum Tender Offer Notes in the Maximum Tender Offer, and, if so, the principal amount of Maximum Tender Offer Notes to tender. About CVS Health CVS Health is a leading health solutions company building a world of health around every consumer it serves and connecting care so that it works for people wherever they are. As of September 30, 2024 , the Company had more than 9,000 retail locations, more than 900 walk-in medical clinics, more than 225 primary care medical clinics, a leading pharmacy benefits manager with approximately 90 million plan members and expanding specialty pharmacy solutions, and a dedicated senior pharmacy care business serving more than 800,000 patients per year. The Company also serves an estimated more than 36 million people through traditional, voluntary and consumer-directed health insurance products and related services, including expanding Medicare Advantage offerings and a leading standalone Medicare Part D prescription drug plan. The Company is creating new sources of value through its integrated model allowing it to expand into personalized, technology driven care delivery and health services, increasing access to quality care, delivering better health outcomes and lowering overall health care costs. Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements. The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 provides a safe harbor for forward-looking statements made by or on behalf of CVS Health. By their nature, all forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance or results and are subject to risks and uncertainties that are difficult to predict and/or quantify. Actual results may differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements due to the risks and uncertainties described in our Securities and Exchange Commission filings, including those set forth in the Risk Factors section and under the heading "Cautionary Statement Concerning Forward-Looking Statements" in our most recently filed Annual Report on Form 10-K, our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q for the quarterly periods ended March 31, 2024 , June 30, 2024 and September 30, 2024 and our Current Reports on Form 8-K. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on CVS Health's forward-looking statements. CVS Health's forward-looking statements are and will be based upon management's then-current views and assumptions regarding future events and operating performance, and are applicable only as of the dates of such statements. CVS Health does not assume any duty to update or revise forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, uncertainties or otherwise. Investor Larry McGrath Media Ethan Slavin Contact: Executive Vice President Contact: 860-273-6095 Chief Strategy Officer & Chief Strategic Advisor to the CEO investorinfo@cvshealth.com Ethan.Slavin@CVSHealth.com View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/cvs-health-corporation-announces-pricing-of-maximum-tender-offer-302333016.html SOURCE CVS Health

Gift from late Hinsdale resident breathes new life into old town clockNov 24 (Reuters) - South Africa's Pieter-Steph du Toit was named rugby's world player of the year for the second time on Sunday at a ceremony in Monaco, while England's Ellie Kildunne took the women's honours and Antoine Dupont and Maddison Levi claimed the sevens titles. Flanker Du Toit also won in 2019 and becomes the fourth man to take the honour twice after New Zealand trio Dan Carter, Richie McCaw and Beauden Barrett. He is the third South African winner after Schalk Burger in 2004 and Bryan Habana in 2007. The all-action forward helped the Springboks to a first Rugby Championship title in five years and followed up with a clean sweep of wins over Scotland, England and Wales in the Autumn series. Fullback Kildunne was one of the stand-out players in an England team that won all 10 matches played in 2024 as they took the Six Nations and WXV 1 titles. Dupont's recognition came after his dramatic contribution to France's Olympic gold on home soil and he becomes the first player to take the 15s and sevens title. Australia's Levi, who was also nominated in 2022 and 2023, was an unstoppable force at the Olympics where she scored a record 14 tries having scored 69 on the SVNS 2024 series - the second-highest figure in men’s or women’s series history. Dupont’s sevens coach Jerome Daret was named coach of the Year, becoming the first sevens coach to take the honour. Loose forward Wallace Sititi was named men's breakthrough player of the year after a remarkable debut season for New Zealand, while Ireland flanker Erin King took the women's award after hitting the ground running after moving to 15s from sevens after the Paris Olympics. Sign up here. Reporting by Mitch Phillips, editing by Toby Davis Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles. , opens new tab

Putin apologizes for 'tragic incident' but stops short of saying Azerbaijani plane was shot down MOSCOW (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin has apologized to his Azerbaijani counterpart for what he called a “tragic incident” following the crash of an Azerbaijani airliner in Kazakhstan that killed 38 people. He stopped short of acknowledging that Moscow was responsible. The Kremlin said that air defense systems were firing near Grozny, the regional capital of the Russian republic of Chechnya, to deflect a Ukrainian drone strike as the plane attempted to land on Wednesday. Putin apologized to Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev “for the fact that the tragic incident occurred in Russian airspace.” The Kremlin also says Russia, Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan are jointly investigating the crash site near the city of Aktau in Kazakhstan. Israel detains the director of one of northern Gaza's last functioning hospitals during a raid DEIR AL BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Gaza's Health Ministry says Israel’s army has detained the director of one of northern Gaza's last functioning hospitals. The announcement on Saturday came after health officials said Israeli troops stormed the hospital and forced many staff and patients outside and told them to strip in winter weather. Israel’s military alleges the hospital director is a suspected Hamas operative and says it detained over 240 others. It acknowledges it ordered people outside and that special forces entered the hospital. It says it “eliminated” militants who fired at its forces. Kamal Adwan officials have denied that Hamas operates in the hospital. Abortions are up in the US. It's a complicated picture as women turn to pills, travel Even with abortion bans in place in most Republican-controlled states, the number of people obtaining them has grown slightly. That's part of a complicated picture of the impacts of the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade two and a half years ago. Abortion pills are more common now. So is traveling to other states for care, often on journeys hundreds of miles long. Public support for the right to abortion has also increased since before the ruling. That's been reflected in most ballot measures to add the right to abortion to state constitutions being adopted. Drought, fires and deforestation battered Amazon rainforest in 2024 BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — The Amazon rainforest staggered through another difficult year in 2024. A second year of record drought contributed to wildfires that worsened deforestation across the massive forest, which spans Brazil, Peru, Colombia and other Latin American nations and is a critical counterweight to climate change. There were some bright spots. Both Brazil and Colombia reported lower levels of deforestation compared to prior years. Experts say Amazon countries need to do more to strengthen cross-border collaboration and that the global community who reap the benefits of commodities from the rainforest also need to pitch in. Bloodied Ukrainian troops risk losing more hard-won land in Kursk to Russia KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Five months after their shock offensive into Russia, Ukrainian troops are bloodied by daily combat losses and demoralized by the rising risk of defeat in Kursk. Some want to stay in the region at all costs. Others question the value of having gone in at all. Battles are so intense that commanders are unable to evacuate their dead. Lags in communication and poorly timed operations have cost lives and commanders say they have little way to counterattack. The overstretched Ukrainians have lost more than 40% of the territory they won in the lightning incursion that seized much of Kursk in August. Afghan forces target Pakistan in retaliation for deadly airstrikes Afghanistan's Defense Ministry says its forces hit several points inside Pakistan in retaliation for deadly airstrikes. Pakistan last Tuesday launched an operation to destroy a training facility and kill insurgents in Afghanistan's eastern Paktika province. The strikes killed dozens of people. The ministry said Saturday that its forces hit points “serving as centers and hideouts for malicious elements and their supporters who organized and coordinated attacks in Afghanistan.” Pakistan accuses the Taliban of not doing enough to combat cross-border militant activity, a charge the Taliban government denies. Former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who instituted economic reforms, cremated in New Delhi NEW DELHI (AP) — Manmohan Singh, the former Indian prime minister widely regarded as the architect of the country’s economic reform program, has been cremated after a state funeral. 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The Keyes Company entered the Sarasota market with the affiliation of Signature Premier Properties Sarasota and Florida SunCoast Real Estate. With these additions, the Miami-based brokerage will operate its first Sarasota office at 1433 Main St. “We are thrilled to welcome these two best-in-class real estate firms to the Keyes family,” President Christina Pappas said in a press release. “Signature Premier Properties Sarasota and Florida SunCoast Real Estate enable us to make an impactful debut in a pivotal market that continues to experience incredible growth and demand. Both firms share our commitment to personal, hands-on service and the belief that connection and community is at the heart of real estate.” Signature Premier is an affiliate of New York-based Signature Premier Properties, a Long Island brokerage co-owned by Peter Morris and Kathleen Viard. The Sarasota office has 60 agents, including numerous New York transplants with relationships in both markets. Signature’s Kathy Curd will serve as sales manager of the new Keyes Sarasota office. “Keyes is the perfect partner to allow us to build upon our momentum since launching the Sarasota brokerage a few years ago,” Viard said. “The Sarasota market continues to see the New York relocation activity that started during the pandemic. Our New York roots and relationships help our agents produce optimal results for their clients.” Founded in 2016, Florida SunCoast Real Estate is co-owned by Barry and Sherry Grooms, who have a combined 50 years of industry experience. Barry Grooms is a past President of Florida Realtors®, while Sherry Grooms has held numerous industry leadership positions, including president of the Manatee Association of Realtors® and network president of the Women’s Council of Realtors®. With Florida SunCoast’s affiliation, Barry Grooms will become Keyes’ Southwest Florida regional manager. In this capacity, he will help Keyes find additional merger opportunities; the brokerage is currently in active negotiations with other Southwest Florida firms. “Like Keyes, we are a family-owned brokerage that puts people first,” Grooms said. “We were attracted to Keyes due to its unmatched reputation earned over nearly a century of service, market-leading technology, support for agents and community impact.”Who are the favorites to win Golden Globes? | Streamed & Screened podcast

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