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In a world of mounting uncertainties, China is injecting certainty into the global economic landscape with a mix of targeted and effective policies that sustain a steady recovery and unleash new growth drivers. Building up its impetus of high-quality development, the country has reinforced its role as a world growth engine while strengthening the global industrial chains and spearheading the global green transformation. Chinese authorities have introduced a range of measures to stimulate growth this year, including a program that promotes large-scale equipment upgrades and consumer goods trade-ins, and the issuance of ultra-long special treasury bonds. A raft of incremental policies have been rolled out since late September to intensify counter-cyclical adjustments, support businesses and boost market expectations. The economic effect of these measures has been clear. In October, retail sales climbed 4.8 percent year on year, accelerating from September’s 3.2 percent increase, official data showed. Offline consumption, particularly in dining and lodging, recorded double-digit growth, signaling strong consumer activity. Additionally, online retail sales of home appliances grew over 40 percent for two consecutive months, driven by incentives targeting the replacement of older products with new, energy-efficient models. Experts believe these measures will drive further gains in the months ahead. “The recent pro-growth policies effectively address insufficient demand. During the fourth quarter, traditionally a peak consumption season, these steps will further demonstrate their impact by supporting and accelerating consumption growth,” said Lian Ping, president of the China Chief Economist Forum. In addition to the rise in consumption, statistics showed marked recovery in other key economic indicators including foreign trade and manufacturing activity for the past month, as well as steady performance in investment and industrial production. Based on the improved recovery momentum, multiple foreign institutions, including UBS and Goldman Sachs, have revised up their China 2024 growth forecasts. With its GDP expanding 4.8 percent year on year in the first three quarters of the year and on course to realize an annual growth target of around 5 percent, China remains the biggest growth engine of the world economy. The incremental policy package has played a positive role in driving sustained economic recovery and improvement, further strengthening international investors’ confidence in holding Chinese assets, noted Mark Wang, president and CEO of HSBC Bank (China) Company Ltd. Investments in high-tech manufacturing and services have surged in China, bolstering sectors like green technology, digital economy, and modern infrastructure, and contributing to the resilience and upgrading of the global industrial chains. Data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) highlights the acceleration of innovation-driven growth. In October, the value-added output of high-tech manufacturing industries grew by 9.4 percent year-on-year, with sub-sectors of intelligent drones, electric vehicles and solar cells soaring by 41.9 percent, 48.6 percent, and 13.2 percent, respectively. Wang Qing, chief macro analyst at Golden Credit Rating, attributed the growth to robust policy support. “Local authorities are focusing on cultivating new productive forces through increased spending on sci-tech innovation in a race to sharpen their industrial competitive edges,” Wang noted. NBS data showed investments in high-tech industries increased by 9.3 percent over the first ten months, far outpacing the growth of overall investments and reflecting China’s commitment to fostering innovation and modernizing supply chains. “China is constantly upgrading traditional industrial chains, filling in gaps, and building new ones to strengthen stability and competitiveness. This resilience places China’s industrial chain among the world’s most indispensable,” observes Yan Kun, researcher and deputy director of the Center for Public Finance and Taxation Research with the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences. As the world’s largest manufacturing hub and a country with a complete industrial system, China has continuously encouraged innovation, which helps advance the high-quality development of its foreign trade, noted Zhang Jianping, vice president of the China Research Association of Social and Economic System. Trade with Belt and Road partner countries and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) countries has been particularly strong. In the first 10 months, China’s trade with countries participating in the Belt and Road Initiative climbed 6.2 percent compared with a year earlier, while its trade with other RCEP countries was up 4.3 percent, official data showed. China has emerged as a global leader in green development, making significant strides in clean energy and sustainable technologies. With a rising “green quotient” in its social and economic development, China is among the countries that have achieved the fastest reductions in energy intensity, largely due to the rapid expansion of its new energy sector. New energy vehicles (NEVs) are a standout example of the country’s green development vitality. China’s NEV output and sales both surpassed 9.7 million units in the first ten months. In October alone, NEVs accounted for 46.8 percent of the domestic automotive sales. China’s new energy push has had positive effects around the globe. In 2023 alone, its wind and solar power products helped other countries reduce about 810 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions, enabling them to access clean, reliable and affordable energy. Noting the development of new energy is crucial for tackling climate change, Yan believes that the demand for new energy products will continue to grow, with huge future potential in the future. “By continuing to provide the world with affordable, high-quality capacity, China’s new energy industry is making important contribution to the global green development,” Yan said. Source: XinhuaRCM Technologies' division president Michael Saks sells $235,006 in stockDeep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Riot Platforms RIOT , and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in RIOT usually suggests something big is about to happen. We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 19 extraordinary options activities for Riot Platforms. This level of activity is out of the ordinary. The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 31% leaning bullish and 63% bearish. Among these notable options, 2 are puts, totaling $61,379, and 17 are calls, amounting to $841,100. Expected Price Movements Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $9.0 to $25.0 for Riot Platforms during the past quarter. Volume & Open Interest Development In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Riot Platforms options trades today is 7584.62 with a total volume of 20,124.00. In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Riot Platforms's big money trades within a strike price range of $9.0 to $25.0 over the last 30 days. Riot Platforms Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days Biggest Options Spotted: Symbol PUT/CALL Trade Type Sentiment Exp. Date Ask Bid Price Strike Price Total Trade Price Open Interest Volume RIOT CALL TRADE BEARISH 01/16/26 $2.82 $2.8 $2.8 $20.00 $70.0K 16.1K 3.3K RIOT CALL TRADE BEARISH 01/16/26 $2.86 $2.8 $2.8 $20.00 $70.0K 16.1K 2.8K RIOT CALL TRADE BEARISH 01/16/26 $2.83 $2.8 $2.8 $20.00 $70.0K 16.1K 1.8K RIOT CALL TRADE BEARISH 01/16/26 $2.84 $2.8 $2.8 $20.00 $70.0K 16.1K 1.5K RIOT CALL TRADE BEARISH 01/16/26 $2.86 $2.8 $2.8 $20.00 $69.7K 16.1K 2.5K About Riot Platforms Riot Platforms Inc is a vertically integrated Bitcoin mining company focused on building, supporting, and operating blockchain technologies. The company's segments include Bitcoin Mining; Data Center Hosting and Engineering. It generates maximum revenue from the Bitcoin Mining segment which generates revenue from the Bitcoin the company earns through its mining activities. Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Riot Platforms, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance. Present Market Standing of Riot Platforms Currently trading with a volume of 18,478,271, the RIOT's price is up by 2.28%, now at $11.45. RSI readings suggest the stock is currently is currently neutral between overbought and oversold. Anticipated earnings release is in 62 days. Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days? 20-year pro options trader reveals his one-line chart technique that shows when to buy and sell. Copy his trades, which have had averaged a 27% profit every 20 days. Click here for access . Options are a riskier asset compared to just trading the stock, but they have higher profit potential. Serious options traders manage this risk by educating themselves daily, scaling in and out of trades, following more than one indicator, and following the markets closely. If you want to stay updated on the latest options trades for Riot Platforms, Benzinga Pro gives you real-time options trades alerts. © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.
Tech companies led a broad rally for U.S. stocks Tuesday, a boost for the market in a holiday-shortened trading session. The S&P 500 rose 0.7%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 177 points, or 0.4%, as of 11:20 a.m. Eastern time. The tech-heavy Nasdaq composite was up 1%. Chip company Broadcom rose 2.6%, while semiconductor giant Nvidia, whose enormous valuation gives it an outsize influence on indexes, rose 1.1%. Super Micro Computer jumped 4.6%. Tesla climbed 5.2% for the biggest gain among S&P 500 stocks. rose 1.5% American Airlines slipped 0.4% after the airline nationwide due to a technical issue. edged up 0.1% a day after an influential government panel failed to reach consensus on the possible national security risks of the nearly $15 billion proposed sale to Nippon Steel of Japan. NeueHealth surged 70.1% after the health care company agreed to be taken private in a deal valued at roughly $1.3 billion. Treasury yields rose in the bond market. The yield on the 10-year Treasury rose to 4.62% from 4.59% late Monday. European markets were mostly higher. Markets in Asia mostly gained ground. U.S. markets will close at 1 p.m. Eastern and stay closed Wednesday for Christmas. Wall Street has several economic reports to look forward to this week, including a weekly update on unemployment benefits on Thursday. Tuesday’s rally comes as the stock market enters what’s historically been a very cheerful season. The last five trading days of each year, plus the first two in the new year, have brought an average gain of 1.3% since 1950. The so-called “Santa rally” also correlates closely with positive returns in January and the upcoming year. So far this month, the U.S. stock market has lost some of its which raised hopes for faster economic growth and more lax regulations that would boost corporate profits. Worries have risen that Trump’s preference for tariffs and other policies could lead to , a bigger U.S. government debt and difficulties for global trade. Even so, the stock market remains on pace to deliver strong returns for 2024. The benchmark S&P 500 is up about 26% so far this year and remains within roughly 1.3% of the all-time high it set earlier this month — its latest of this year.
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(BPT) - The holidays are almost here! It means parties and events, hustle and bustle ... and figuring out what to buy for everyone on your list. Sometimes it's hard to get inspired with great ideas that your nears and dears will love at a price you can afford, right? The good news? Inspiration + savings are covered this year. One of the top gifts of Holiday 2024 is technology, and there are a lot of deals out there right now. Done and done! Here are 5 ideas for hot tech gifts for everyone on your list. Smartphones for the family T-Mobile is running a hot deal right now. Get four new smartphones at T-Mobile — this includes Samsung Galaxy S24 and other eligible devices — and four lines for just $100/month . It doesn't get better than that! These new Galaxy phones are tech-tastic, too, with features like AI, Circle to Search with Google, which can be used to help solve math problems and translate entire pages of text in a different language, and Note Assist with Galaxy AI, which lets you focus on capturing your notes and then Note Assist will summarize, format and even translate them for you. High tech spiral notebook for students We've got to admit, this is pretty cool. The Rocketbook looks (a bit) like a regular spiral, paper notebook. Here's the high tech twist: You can take notes, capture ideas, brainstorm, draw — whatever you do on paper — on the pad, and the Rocketbook digitizes your doodles and saves to the cloud device of your choice. Then you simply wipe the pad clean and it's good to go. Look for Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales at your favorite online retailer. Wrist-worthy smartwatches for athletes (or those who want to be) Everyone loves smartwatches (if you're not already tracking your sleep and heart rate, where have you been?) and the Google Pixel Watch 3 (41mm & 45mm) takes it to the next level with features for athletes or anyone who may be setting fitness goals for the coming year. The watch has workout prompts like Real Time Guidance — audio and haptic cues for when to sprint, cool down or maintain pace. It gives you the ability to program your workouts and even monitors your cadence and stride. It also has Offline Maps, with driving navigation, search and maps. Here's the deal of the century: Get it for free at T-Mobile when adding a qualifying watch line. Cute wireless keyboard for people who are all thumbs Who else is annoyed by typing email or texts or social posts on a smartphone? The Logitech Multi-Device Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard solves that problem with style! It comes in sweet colors like lavender, it's wireless, it's small and portable, and it works with just about any device. Pop it into your backpack or purse and you'll never have to thumb-out a message again. Speakers perfect for hosting and giving Have a music lover in your life or need the perfect hosting gift? T-Mobile has you covered. For a limited time, you can get the JBL Clip 5 for free when you pick up a Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 . The JBL Clip 5 is an ultra-portable Bluetooth speaker perfect for those on the go and the Onyx Studio 9's sleek design and booming sound will take care of all your holiday hosting needs. For more tech-tastic holiday gift inspiration, check out T-Mobile's holiday gift guide at t-mobile.com/devices/tech-gifts .
Walmart must pay driver $34 million for defamation after jury finds false claims of fraudIreland fans will face a nightmare trek to make the Nations League play-off first-leg against Bulgaria on March 20. The Bulgarian FA have confirmed that the match will take place in Plovdiv, 150km south east of the capital Sofia. With no flights scheduled between Dublin and Plovdiv, the best option will be to fly into Sofia and get a two-hour bus to Bulgaria’s second-largest city. READ MORE: Aiden McGeady details awkward way Celtic stars brought him ‘down a peg or two’ READ MORE: Warning issued as accounts show millions in combined League of Ireland losses But that is complicated by the fact that the only direct flight option listed between Dublin and Sofia around the date of the match involves a four-night stay - and the cost of the return flight is already over €500. Meanwhile, the capacity of the recently renovated Hristo Botev Stadium is just over 18,000 - with around 900 seats (five percent) available for away fans. Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrímsson confirmed why the Bulgarians selected Plovdiv as the venue for the game. “We just met them after the draw and it's confirmed that it's Plovdiv, they were re-laying the grass before the last game, that's why they played the last game in Sofia,” he said. “It's a better stadium, a newer stadium so they want to play there.” While the team will take a chartered flight straight into Plovdiv, Hallgrímsson still has to work out the timing of their arrival and departure. “Because it's the first game, I think it's a little bit tricky,” he said. “Do we do Monday and Tuesday in Dublin and then fly, and do Wednesday, MD-1 training session there in the stadium? “And then coming back home, again the tricky thing is, do we fly straight after the match or stay a day down there? “It's now logistics work for the federation. I think they are going next week for a site visit, just to check the hotel and locations so we can prepare in advance.” Get the latest sports headlines straight to your inbox by signing up for free email alerts
Netflix signs US broadcast deal with FIFA for the Women's World Cup in 2027 and 2031NEW YORK (AP) — A gunman killed UnitedHealthcare’s CEO on Wednesday in a “brazen, targeted attack” outside a Manhattan hotel where the health insurer was holding its investor conference, police said, setting off a massive search for the fleeing assailant hours before the annual Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting nearby. Brian Thompson, 50, was shot around 6:45 a.m. as he walked alone to the New York Hilton Midtown from a nearby hotel, police said. The shooter appeared to be “lying in wait for several minutes” before approaching Thompson from behind and opening fire , New York City Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said. Police had not yet established a motive. “Many people passed the suspect, but he appeared to wait for his intended target,” Tisch said, adding that the shooting "does not appear to be a random act of violence.” Surveillance video reviewed by investigators shows someone emerging from behind a parked car, pointing a gun at Thompson’s back, then firing multiple times from several feet away. The gunman continues firing, interrupted by a brief gun jam, as Thompson stumbles forward and falls to the sidewalk. He then walks past Thompson and out of the frame. “From watching the video, it does seem that he’s proficient in the use of firearms as he was able to clear the malfunctions pretty quickly,” NYPD Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny said. Thompson was shot at least once in the back and once in the calf, Tisch said. The shooter, who wore a jacket, face mask and large backpack, fled through Midtown on foot before pedaling an electric bike into Central Park a few blocks away, police said. The assailant remained at large Wednesday afternoon, sparking a search that included police drones, helicopters and dogs. “Brian was a highly respected colleague and friend to all who worked with him,” the insurer’s Minnetonka, Minnesota-based parent company, UnitedHealth Group Inc., said in a statement. "We are working closely with the New York Police Department and ask for your patience and understanding during this difficult time.” Police issued a poster showing a surveillance image of the man pointing what appeared to be a gun and another image that appeared to show the same person on a bicycle. Minutes before the shooting, he stopped at a nearby Starbucks, according to additional surveillance photos released by police on Wednesday afternoon. They offered a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to an arrest and conviction. Thompson’s wife, Paulette Thompson, told NBC News that he told her “there were some people that had been threatening him.” She didn’t have details but suggested the threats may have involved issues with insurance coverage. Eric Werner, the police chief in the Minneapolis suburb where Thompson lived, said his department had not received any reports of threats against the executive. The killing shook a part of New York City that's normally quiet at that hour, happening about four blocks from where tens of thousands of people were set to gather for Wednesday night’s tree lighting. Police promised extra security for the event. The hotel is also a short walk from other tourist sites, including the Museum of Modern Art and Radio City Music Hall, and is often dense with office workers and visitors on weekday mornings. Many security cameras are nearby. “We’re encouraging New Yorkers to go about their daily lives and their daily business but to be alert,” NYPD Chief of Department Jeffrey Maddrey said. Investigators recovered several 9 mm shell casings from outside the hotel and a cellphone from the alleyway through which the shooter fled. They were also searching Thompson's hotel room, interviewing his UnitedHealthcare colleagues and reviewing his social media, Kenny said. Police initially said the shooter rode into Central Park on a bicycle from the city’s bike-share program, CitiBike. But a spokesperson for the program’s operator, Lyft, said police officials informed the company Wednesday afternoon that the bike was not from the CitiBike fleet. Health care giant UnitedHealth Group was holding its annual meeting with investors to update Wall Street on the company's direction and expectations for the coming year. The company ended the conference early in the wake of Thompson's death. “I’m afraid that we — some of you may know we’re dealing with a very serious medical situation with one of our team members,” a company official told attendees, according to a transcript. “And as a result, I’m afraid we’re going to have to bring to a close the event today. ... I’m sure you’ll understand.” Thompson, a father of two sons, had been with the company since 2004 and served as CEO for more than three years. UnitedHealthcare is the largest provider of Medicare Advantage plans in the U.S. and manages health insurance coverage for employers and state-and federally funded Medicaid programs. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz posted on the social platform X that the state is “sending our prayers to Brian’s family and the UnitedHealthcare team.” “This is horrifying news and a terrible loss for the business and health care community in Minnesota,” the Democrat wrote. Associated Press writers Tom Murphy in Indianapolis, Steve Karnowski in St. Paul, Minnesota, and Anthony Izaguirre in Albany, New York, contributed to this story.IoT in Healthcare Market Unidentified Segments - The Biggest Opportunity Of 2024 12-20-2024 07:46 PM CET | Health & Medicine Press release from: AMA Research & Media LLP Advance Market Analytics published a new research publication on "IoT in Healthcare Market Insights, to 2030" with 232 pages and enriched with self-explained Tables and charts in presentable format. In the Study you will find new evolving Trends, Drivers, Restraints, Opportunities generated by targeting market associated stakeholders. The growth of the IoT in Healthcare market was mainly driven by the increasing R&D spending across the world. Get Free Exclusive PDF Sample Copy of This Research @ https://www.advancemarketanalytics.com/sample-report/81897-global-iot-in-healthcare-market?utm_source=OpenPR/utm_medium=Rahul Some of the key players profiled in the study are: Medtronic (United States), Royal Philips (Netherland), Cisco Systems, Inc. (United States) , IBM (United States), GE Healthcare (United States), Microsoft (United States), SAP SE (Germany), Qualcomm Life (United States), Honeywell Life Care Solutions (United States), Stanley Healthcare (United States),. Scope of the Report of IoT in Healthcare The internet of things (IoT) has several applications in healthcare, from remote monitoring to smart sensors and medical device integration. Healthcare IoT has the potential to not only keep patients safe and healthy but to improve how physicians deliver care as well. Healthcare IoT can also boost patient engagement and satisfaction by allowing patients to spend more time interacting with their doctors. There are numerous benefits associated with the IoT in healthcare such as cut down on the medical costs improved patient experience, enhanced manageability of medical drugs and medicinal adherence, a dramatic reduction in errors, better control over wastage in the healthcare sector, and better outcomes of medical treatments. Owing to the occurrence of the blockchain, the revolution of healthcare IoT is already on its way. The titled segments and sub-section of the market are illuminated below: by Application (Telemedicine, Clinical operations and workflow management, Connected Imaging, Inpatient Monitoring, Medication Management, Others), Component (Medical Devices, System & Software, Services), End user (Hospitals, Surgical Centers, and Clinics, Clinical Research Organizations (CRO), Government and Defense Institutions, Research and Diagnostic Laboratories Energy) Market Trends: Opportunities: Rising Adoption of Telepresence Technology Growth Potential in Emerging Economies Market Drivers: Implementation of IoT Solutions for Reduced Cost of Care Evolution of Artificial Intelligence Technology Rise in Investment for Healthcare IoT Solutions Increasing Penetration of Connected Devices in Healthcare Region Included are: North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Oceania, South America, Middle East & Africa Country Level Break-Up: United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Chile, South Africa, Nigeria, Tunisia, Morocco, Germany, United Kingdom (UK), the Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Belgium, Austria, Turkey, Russia, France, Poland, Israel, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, China, Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, Singapore, India, Australia and New Zealand etc. Have Any Questions Regarding Global IoT in Healthcare Market Report, Ask Our Experts@ https://www.advancemarketanalytics.com/enquiry-before-buy/81897-global-iot-in-healthcare-market?utm_source=OpenPR/utm_medium=Rahul Strategic Points Covered in Table of Content of Global IoT in Healthcare Market: Chapter 1: Introduction, market driving force product Objective of Study and Research Scope the IoT in Healthcare market Chapter 2: Exclusive Summary - the basic information of the IoT in Healthcare Market. Chapter 3: Displaying the Market Dynamics- Drivers, Trends and Challenges & Opportunities of the IoT in Healthcare Chapter 4: Presenting the IoT in Healthcare Market Factor Analysis, Porters Five Forces, Supply/Value Chain, PESTEL analysis, Market Entropy, Patent/Trademark Analysis. Chapter 5: Displaying the by Type, End User and Region/Country 2015-2020 Chapter 6: Evaluating the leading manufacturers of the IoT in Healthcare market which consists of its Competitive Landscape, Peer Group Analysis, BCG Matrix & Company Profile Chapter 7: To evaluate the market by segments, by countries and by Manufacturers/Company with revenue share and sales by key countries in these various regions (2024-2030) Chapter 8 & 9: Displaying the Appendix, Methodology and Data Source finally, IoT in Healthcare Market is a valuable source of guidance for individuals and companies. 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Steelers' Arthur Smith Predicts Team Will Reveal True Self Now That 'Great Vibes' Are GoneAstro Adventure’ programme to unveil wonders of space Islamabad:In an exciting initiative to ignite a passion for space science among students and the community, Islamabad Model College for Girls (IMCG), I-8/4 organised an event titled ‘Astro Adventure’ programme at college here on Friday. The programme promises to be an engaging exploration of the cosmos, featuring a hands-on telescope experience. In which the students, as well as their parents viewed the planet Saturn. This unique event was spearheaded by the Principal Prof Shagufta Naz, this was the initiative upon the receiving of telescope then the special efforts of Federal Secretary Education, Muhayyudin Wani, who took this initiative for students of federal capital and handed telescopes to 18 colleges worth of Rs12 million. By this it is effort to step forward to future latest Technology studies to meet challenges of 21st century. In this ceremony Mr Sannan and Mr. Shahryar, two accomplished physics graduates driven by their shared love for space science. The duo guided attendees in understanding the wonders of the night sky and the practicalities of operating telescopes to students. While talking about scope and benefits of this programme principal Shugufta said that this event also aims to shed light on the vast opportunities and potential of space science and technology. Space science has proven to be pivotal in advancing communication systems, navigation, environmental monitoring, and fostering international collaborations for space exploration. By exposing participants to the field, ‘Astro Adventure’ seeks to inspire future scientists, engineers, and innovators. With its blend of education and inspiration, this event proved a must-attend for anyone curious about our universe.
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Democrats and Republicans agreed on at least one thing before November’s election: California would play a central role in determining control of the U.S. House. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * LOS ANGELES (AP) — Democrats and Republicans agreed on at least one thing before November’s election: California would play a central role in determining control of the U.S. House. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? LOS ANGELES (AP) — Democrats and Republicans agreed on at least one thing before November’s election: California would play a central role in determining control of the U.S. House. Indeed it did. Democrat Adam Gray’s come-from-behind victory over Republican Rep. John Duarte in a Central Valley farm-belt district Tuesday — the final House contest decided this year — gave Democrats their third pick-up of a GOP-held seat in the state, a small victory in a tough year for Democrats nationally. While Democratic wins narrowed the gap in the House, Republicans held their ground in two other toss-up contests that helped the GOP defend its fragile majority in Washington. Republicans won 220 House seats this election cycle, with Democrats holding 215 seats. Despite falling short of a majority, Democrats stressed that the party will gain seats next year, leaving the chamber even more closely divided. “Netting three seats was a very big deal,” Rep. Pete Aguilar, the third-ranking Democrat in the chamber, who lives in Redlands, east of Los Angeles, said in Washington. Democratic enthusiasm was tempered, however, by turnout figures that lagged the 2020 presidential election in the heavily Democratic state, even with Kamala Harris leading the Democratic ticket in her home state. Also, Republicans made incremental gains in the state Legislature. Voters overwhelmingly endorsed a ballot proposal that makes shoplifting a felony for repeat offenders again and increases penalties for some drug charges amid frustration over retail crimes, a proposal opposed by some Democrats. The election showed Democrats will need to pay closer attention to issues like crime and the cost of living, even in a state where the party holds every statewide office and dominates the Legislature and congressional delegation, Claremont McKenna College political scientist Jack Pitney said. In the House, Democrats “were hoping that California would push them over the top to gain a majority. But their gains elsewhere were not strong enough,” Pitney added, pointing to GOP wins in North Carolina. Gray won by a margin of less than 200 votes, with election officials reporting Tuesday all ballots had been counted. Duarte captured the seat in 2022 when he defeated Gray by one of the closest margins in the country, 564 votes. He was often listed among the most vulnerable House Republicans given that narrow margin of victory in a district with a Democratic tilt — about 11 points over registered Republicans. Gray said in a statement: “We always knew that this race would be as close as they come, and we’re expecting a photo finish this year, too.” In other Democratic House gains, first-time candidate Derek Tran ousted Republican Rep. Michelle Steel in a Southern California district anchored in Orange County, while Democrat George Whitesides toppled Republican Rep. Mike Garcia is a district north of Los Angeles. 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. In a district east of Los Angeles, Republican Rep. Ken Calvert again held off Democrat Will Rollins in a repeat of their 2022 contest. And Republican Rep. David Valadao kept his grip on a farm-belt seat, despite its heavy Democratic registration edge. The outcome will leave Republicans with nine of the state’s 52 U.S. House seats next year. Although California is often seen as a liberal monolith, a string of House districts has proved volatile in recent elections, spotlighting their importance to both parties. Democrats snatched seven seats from Republicans in 2018, then Republicans seized four from Democrats in 2020. In the 2022 elections, Republicans gained one seat, from 11 to 12, while Democrats dropped to 40 seats from 42, after California lost a House seat in reapportionment after the 2020 census. Overall, the state dropped to 52 districts from 53. The state played a pivotal role in securing the gavel for Republicans in 2022 and installing Rep. Kevin McCarthy of Bakersfield as speaker. Advertisement AdvertisementNEW YORK (AP) — Brian Thompson led one of the biggest health insurers in the U.S. but was unknown to millions of people his decisions affected. Then Wednesday's targeted fatal shooting of the UnitedHealthcare CEO on a midtown Manhattan sidewalk thrust the executive and his business into the national spotlight. Thompson, who was 50, had worked at the giant UnitedHealth Group Inc for 20 years and run the insurance arm since 2021 after running its Medicare and retirement business. As CEO, Thompson led a firm that provides health coverage to more than 49 million Americans — more than the population of Spain. United is the largest provider of Medicare Advantage plans, the privately run versions of the U.S. government’s Medicare program for people age 65 and older. The company also sells individual insurance and administers health-insurance coverage for thousands of employers and state-and federally funded Medicaid programs. The business run by Thompson brought in $281 billion in revenue last year, making it the largest subsidiary of the Minnetonka, Minnesota-based UnitedHealth Group. His $10.2 million annual pay package, including salary, bonus and stock options awards, made him one of the company's highest-paid executives. The University of Iowa graduate began his career as a certified public accountant at PwC and had little name recognition beyond the health care industry. Even to investors who own its stock, the parent company's face belonged to CEO Andrew Witty, a knighted British triathlete who has testified before Congress. When Thompson did occasionally draw attention, it was because of his role in shaping the way Americans get health care. At an investor meeting last year, he outlined his company's shift to “value-based care,” paying doctors and other caregivers to keep patients healthy rather than focusing on treating them once sick. “Health care should be easier for people,” Thompson said at the time. “We are cognizant of the challenges. But navigating a future through value-based care unlocks a situation where the ... family doesn’t have to make the decisions on their own.” Thompson also drew attention in 2021 when the insurer, like its competitors, was widely criticized for a plan to start denying payment for what it deemed non-critical visits to hospital emergency rooms. “Patients are not medical experts and should not be expected to self-diagnose during what they believe is a medical emergency,” the chief executive of the American Hospital Association wrote in an open letter addressed to Thompson. “Threatening patients with a financial penalty for making the wrong decision could have a chilling effect on seeking emergency care.” United Healthcare responded by delaying rollout of the change. Thompson, who lived in a Minneapolis suburb and was the married father of two sons in high school, was set to speak at an investor meeting in a midtown New York hotel. He was on his own and about to enter the building when he was shot in the back by a masked assailant who fled on foot before pedaling an e-bike into Central Park a few blocks away, the New York Police Department said. Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny said investigators were looking at Thompson's social media accounts and interviewing employees and family members. “Didn’t seem like he had any issues at all,” Kenny said. "He did not have a security detail.” AP reporters Michael R. Sisak and Steve Karnowski contributed to this report. Murphy reported from Indianapolis. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission. Get the latest in local public safety news with this weekly email.
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TORONTO — Broad-based gains led Canada's main stock index higher in late-morning trading on Christmas Eve, while U.S. stock markets also rose. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 57.82 points at 24,806.80. In New York, the Dow Jones industrial average was up 177.64 points at 43,084.59. The S&P 500 index was up 43.11 points at 6,017.18, while the Nasdaq composite was up 210.74 points at 19,975.62. The Canadian dollar traded for 69.50 cents US compared with 69.47 cents US on Monday. The February crude oil contract was up 91 cents at US$70.15 per barrel and the February natural gas contract was up 13 cents at US$3.48 per mmBTU. The February gold contract was down US$1.10 at US$2,627.10 an ounce and the March copper contract was up two cents at US$4.11 a pound. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 24, 2024. Companies in this story: (TSX:GSPTSE, TSX:CADUSD) The Canadian Press
