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At the risk of sounding like a braggart, we Heisman Trophy voters are essentially the SEAL Team 6 of the sports media. Elite. Intrepid. Capable of elaborately dressing multiple encased sausages without missing a play. You think they’d let any old fool vote for college sports ’ highest individual honor? Please. OK, fine, so they do. There are nearly 1,000 of us, like so many rusted pennies in a mason jar. Anyway, all this year’s votes are in and the Heisman will be presented to the winning player on Saturday in New York. Colorado two-way sensation Travis Hunter is the huge favorite, with Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty, Miami quarterback Cam Ward and Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel as the other finalists. Alas, I can’t tell you how I voted yet because doing so is explicitly forbidden by the Heisman Trust until after the winner has stepped to the podium, thanked his agents, lawyers, branding consultants and personal stylists and thrown at least two fistfuls of $100 bills in the air. So we can’t talk about that, but guess what the Sun-Times is prepared to reveal right here, right now? Yes, friends, it’s time again for our annual Wiseman Trophies . They might not be quite as coveted as the Heisman, but, well, there is no “but.” Let’s get to ’em. Skiesman: Step right up and receive your award, Paul Rubelt, and try not to bump your head on the ceiling. The 6-11 Rubelt, college football’s tallest player, finally won a starting spot at offensive tackle in his fifth season at UCF. Not bad for a guy who grew up in Germany and didn’t play football until he spent a year at Hiawatha High School in DeKalb County. Triesman: Accepting on behalf of both Georgia and Georgia Tech is Georgia running back Nate Frazier, who scored the winning two-point conversion — by God, somebody had to — in a 44-42 regular-season finale that went to a preposterous eight overtimes. Combined, the Bulldogs and Yellow Jackets failed on nine of their 12 two-point tries over the OT periods. Who do they think they are, the Bears? Buysman: This goes to Oregon for landing Gabriel from the transfer portal at one hell of a bargain. Gabriel’s estimated NIL earnings were right around $2 million — several QBs around the country made more — and he was so very worth it, playing close to flawlessly as he led the unbeaten Ducks to the No. 1 seed in the College Football Playoff. Maximizeman: As Shedeur Sanders’ famous father once rapped, “Must be the money!” The Colorado QB surely would’ve been selected had he entered the 2024 NFL draft, but he returned to school, made more NIL dollars than anybody — a beyond-cool $6 million or so — and played his way to the very top of some 2025 draft boards. That’s how you do it. Franchiseman: With all due respect to Gabriel and Sanders, the most valuable QB on the field was Miami’s Cam Ward. In his only season with the Hurricanes, he strapped the offense to his back and carried it — game after game — to the top of the statistical charts. Even in his team’s two losses, Ward totaled 700 yards passing with five touchdowns and zero interceptions. No one outside the playoff deserves to be in it more. Ayesman: Begrudgingly, we honor the playoff selection committee for sticking to its guns and voting in SMU over undoubtedly better but — perhaps — less-deserving Alabama. With the last at-large bid, an extra-large precedent was set. Downsizeman: A long, heartfelt tip of the helmet to Washington State, which comported itself as though the dual heartbreak of (1) the Pac-12’s death and (2) being spurned by the rest of the major conferences never even happened. While the rest of the country was busy not caring, the have-nots from Pullman won eight games, including one at hotshot Washington that was so utterly satisfying, the feeling just might last forever. Rabbisman: The LDS Church’s QB1 is — what else? — Jewish. The bar-mitzvahed, Star of David-wearing Jake Retzlaff won 10 games this season at BYU, reportedly as one of only three Jewish students at a school with an enrollment of over 35,000. In a development too perfect to make up, the player nicknamed “B-Y-Jew” last week signed an NIL deal with Manischewitz. L’chaim! Pulverizeman: Oregon strength-and-conditioning coach Wilson Love took a break from flexing in front of a mirror to pick up a sledgehammer and smash the living hell out of a Washington helmet at halftime of the Ducks’ rivalry win in the regular-season finale. That’s definitely one way to fire up a team. Stiesman: Who had a career-high six tackles at New Mexico State? Louisiana Tech defensive back Pig Cage, that’s who. Way to get dirty, kid. Improviseman: No one scrambled around keeping plays alive quite like Vanderbilt’s Diego Pavia. Ask Alabama, whose defense was spun like a top by Pavia in the Commodores’ astonishing 40-35 mega-upset of the Tide in October. Pavia gave outmanned Vandy a chance week after week and, no matter how hard he got knocked around, kept doing it with swagger, attitude and a sneer — just like alum Jay Cutler once did. Despiseman: After late-season “flag planting” episodes got everybody talking about this method of taunting a rival, Michigan coach Sherrone Moore took it to another level. At a Wolverines basketball game on the heels of an epic football upset win at Ohio State, Moore pumped the crowd into a frenzy by “planting” an imaginary flag. We’re sure video of this won’t make its way to Columbus.Could Buying Rivian Stock Set You Up for Life?jili90 。

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NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A scruffy little fugitive is on the lam again in New Orleans, gaining fame as he outwits a tenacious band of citizens armed with night-vision binoculars, nets and a tranquilizer rifle. Scrim, a 17-pound mutt that's mostly terrier, has become a folk hero, inspiring tattoos, t-shirts and even a ballad as he eludes capture from the posse of volunteers. And like any antihero, Scrim has a backstory: Rescued from semi-feral life at a trailer park and adopted from a shelter, the dog broke loose in April and scurried around the city until he was cornered in October and brought to a new home. Weeks later, he'd had enough. Scrim leaped out of a second-story window, a desperate act recorded in a now-viral video. Since then, despite a stream of daily sightings, he's roamed free. The dog’s fans include Myra and Steve Foster, who wrote “Ode to Scrim” to the tune of Ricky Nelson’s 1961 hit, “I’m a Travelin’ Man.” Leading the recapture effort is Michelle Cheramie, a 55-year-old former information technology professional. She lost everything — home, car, possessions — in Hurricane Katrina in 2005, and in the aftermath, found her calling rescuing pets. “I was like, ‘This is what I should be doing,’” Cheramie said. “I was born to rescue.” She launched Zeus’ Rescues, a nonprofit shelter that now averages 600 cat and dog adoptions a year and offers free pet food to anyone who needs it. She helped Scrim find the home he first escaped from. It was Cheramie's window Scrim leaped from in November. She's resumed her relentless mission since then, posting flyers on telephone poles and logging social media updates on his reported whereabouts. She's invested thousands of dollars on wildlife cameras, thermal sensors and other gear. She took a course offered by the San Diego Zoo on the finer points of tranquilizing animals. And she's developed a network of volunteers — the kind of neighbors who are willing to grid-search a city at 3 a.m. People like writer David W. Brown, who manages a crowd-sourced Google Map of all known Scrim sightings. He says the search has galvanized residents from all walks of life to come together. As they search for Scrim, they hand out supplies to people in need. "Being a member of the community is seeing problems and doing what you can to make life a little better for the people around here and the animals around you," Brown said. And neighbors like Tammy Murray, who had to close her furniture store and lost her father to Parkinson's Disease. This search, she says, got her mojo back. “Literally, for months, I’ve done nothing but hunt this dog,” said Murray, 53. “I feel like Wile E. Coyote on a daily basis with him.” Murray drives the Zeus' Rescues' van towards reported Scrim sightings. She also handles a tactical net launcher, which looks like an oversized flashlight and once misfired, shattering the van's window as Scrim sped away. After realizing Scrim had come to recognize the sound of the van's diesel engine, Murray switched to a Vespa scooter, for stealth. Near-misses have been tantalizing. The search party spotted Scrim napping beneath an elevated house, and wrapped construction netting around the perimeter, but an over-eager volunteer broke ranks and dashed forward, leaving an opening Scrim slipped through. Scrim's repeated escapades have prompted near-daily local media coverage and a devoted online following. Cheramie can relate. “We’re all running from something or to something. He's doing that too,” she said. Cheramie's team dreams of placing the pooch in a safe and loving environment. But a social media chorus growing under the hashtag #FreeScrim has other ideas — they say the runaway should be allowed a life of self-determination. The animal rescue volunteers consider that misguided. “The streets of New Orleans are not the place for a dog to be free,” Cheramie said. “It’s too dangerous.” Scrim was a mess when Cheramie briefly recaptured him in October, with matted fur, missing teeth and a tattered ear. His trembling body was scraped and bruised, and punctured by multiple projectiles. A vet removed one, but decided against operating to take out a possible bullet. The dog initially appeared content indoors, sitting in Cheramie's lap or napping beside her bed. Then while she was out one day, Scrim chewed through a mesh screen, dropped 13 feet to the ground and squeezed through a gap in the fence, trotting away. Murray said Cheramie's four cats probably spooked him. “I wholeheartedly believe the gangster-ass cats were messing with him,” Murray said. Cheramie thinks they may have gotten territorial. Devastated but undeterred, the pair is reassessing where Scrim might fit best — maybe a secure animal sanctuary with big outdoor spaces where other dogs can keep him company. Somewhere, Murray says, “where he can just breathe and be." Brook is a corps member for The Associated Press/Report for America Statehouse News Initiative. Report for America is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on undercovered issues. Follow Brook on the social platform X: @jack_brook96Man United injury, suspension news vs. Wolves: Latest Mason Mount, Matthijs de Ligt updates

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Del Bigtree, a leading voice in the anti-vaccine movement, brought in a record windfall last year for the nonprofit group he founded, according to the latest tax filings. The Informed Consent Action Network, known as ICAN, reported $23 million in revenue for 2023, a 74% increase from the previous year. The group spent nearly $17 million on efforts including legal battles and anti-vaccine advocacy, an increase of about 25% from the year before. The tax documents, obtained by NBC News from ICAN, show the increasing prominence and profitability of the anti-vaccine movement in the ongoing fight over vaccine policies and public health. The pandemic supercharged groups like ICAN , which reported about $3.5 million in revenue in 2019, expanding the audience interested in anti-vaccine content and growing the coffers of those who produce it. Numerous studies have found that vaccines are safe and save lives , and are not linked to autism , but that hasn’t stopped misinformation from spreading. Revenue for Children’s Health Defense, the anti-vaccine organization founded by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., had been on the rise as well until last year, when it dropped more than 30% , to $16 million. This loss coincided with Kennedy taking a leave from his positions as chairman and chief litigation counsel to launch an unsuccessful presidential bid. But ICAN’s revenue continued to grow, and Bigtree’s profile has risen. The former television producer and anti-vaccine filmmaker, whose organization was known for attention-grabbing stunts and filing freedom of information requests , became communications director for Kennedy’s third-party presidential campaign and advised Kennedy as he prepared for his potential role as secretary of Health and Human Services . Bigtree and ICAN did not respond to requests for comment. Katie Miller, a spokesperson for Kennedy’s transition team who was recently named to join the newly created Department of Government Efficiency, said Bigtree was never involved in the transition, and his views “do not represent Mr. Kennedy’s or President Trump’s administration.” ICAN is not required to disclose individual donors, though tax documents filed last year show large donations from family foundations and donor-advised funds, philanthropic intermediaries that combine and anonymize donations. The group has celebrated what it characterizes as several big wins last year, including litigation that forced Mississippi to grant religious exemptions from vaccines. The group says it plans to pursue a similar strategy targeting the five other states that don’t allow religious exemptions. ICAN relies on individual supporters to fund production of anti-vaccine content, including “The HighWire,” a weekly anti-vaccine and conspiracy-laden internet show hosted by Bigtree that the group describes as its educational arm. Bigtree punctuates the show not with commercials but with impassioned pleas for donations, recently with multimillion-dollar fundraising goals associated with specific legal fights. ICAN’s largest expenditure last year, $6 million, was to the New York law firm Siri & Glimstad, which pursues public records requests, intervenes in state anti-vaccine fights and petitions the federal government to pause or revoke vaccines, including one for polio . Led by Aaron Siri, an attorney and Kennedy adviser, the firm, aided by dozens of attorneys working on vaccine cases, has been paid some $20 million by ICAN since 2017, according to tax documents. Siri defended his work in an email to NBC News, saying his petitions sought increased safety for vaccines and that ICAN’s financial support was “trivial” compared to spending by the pharmaceutical industry. Miller said Siri was no longer involved in the transition and that he does not represent Kennedy’s views. ICAN describes its legal efforts as “advocating for humanity’s right to informed consent.” Experts have described it as an exploitation of the courts. “Again and again, this anti-vaccine group misrepresented both the legal and the factual meanings of court decisions, settlements, and other legal actions to create a narrative to galvanize its followers and influence newcomers,” a 2022 article in the Northwestern Journal of Law and Social Policy read. (Siri called the article “replete with categorically false claims.”) The intent of other spending was less clear. ICAN paid $176,000 for “research consulting” to a U.K. company headed by a chiropractor who has lectured on what he claims are dangers from vaccines and 5G technology. The group also paid $152,000 for consulting to Uncover DC, a news website founded and edited by Tracy Diaz, known online as Tracy Beanz, a popular conspiracy theorist and early promoter in the QAnon movement. Diaz, who describes her site as “actual journalism,” posts news releases for ICAN and writes for the nonprofit’s website as a contributor. Bigtree took home a $234,000 salary from ICAN in 2023, in addition to his income from paid speaking engagements (he says he only charges for ticketed events). Bigtree also earned $350,000 for consulting and communications work on Kennedy’s presidential campaign over the past two years through KFP Consulting, a Texas organization registered to Bigtree. Bigtree now helms a super PAC (MAHA Alliance) and a nonprofit organization (MAHA Action), both short for Make America Healthy Again, a spin on Trump’s MAGA motto adopted by Kennedy after he dropped out of the race and endorsed the ultimately winning candidate. Bigtree acknowledged his multiple streams of income and endeavors on “The HighWire” in November. “I feel incredibly blessed by God that I had all these opportunities converging all at once,” he said.

RTE star Sinead Kennedy has opened up on her Christmas plans and revealed the reason she doesn't share her kids on social media. The Today Show star and her husband Conor Kirwan share two kids together, daughter Indie and baby Theo. In a recent interview with RSVP Live , Sinead revealed her family's plans for the festive season. The Cork native said: " We are going to go home to Brussels before Christmas to get a few days at the Christmas markets. My in-laws will be there so it will be a lovely family time. " For actual Christmas Day and week, we will be in Ireland between Cork and Dublin. We used to split our time, so we would spend the morning together and then head to our families, but it is different when you have kids. " The 40-year-old also spoke about her sister's recent wedding and told how it has added to the chaos. She said: "My sister Aisling also got married a few weeks ago which has added to the chaos. I was the only bridesmaid, so there was fierce excitement. We had the most incredible time and she was sensational. "I think this Christmas, it will be nice to chill together as a family and chat about the wedding as she is only back from her honeymoon so we all need to decompress and re-live it." The popular presenter also revealed the reason herself and Conor have decided to keep their kids off social media. The mum-of-two explained: " Conor is so chilled and while we talk about everything, this was not something we discussed prior to having kids , it is just the way it is. Before I was pregnant, I finished a documentary about online child sexual abuse, so I had my mind long made up before I had the kids. "It just wasn’t for me, it was very obvious that I was never going to share them anywhere. I think their image and privacy is theirs. I want to safeguard that, and that’s my job. If they want to be all over social media when they’re of age, that’s completely within their right, and that’s their call. But as their parents, this is the decision we have made for them. I don’t even share them in WhatsApp groups – once it is out there, it is out of your control." For the Christmas week in work, Sinead and her co-host Daithi O Se got all dolled up to go out on air. The RTE stars were presenting special episodes for the festive season all week. On Monday's show, Daithi looked dapper wearing a black t-shirt, grey jeans and a brown suede blazer. While Sinead stunned in a sparkly silver sweater and a pair of metallic jeans. The Cork native took to Instagram after the programme to share her outfit details with fans. Sinead and Daithi posed for smiling selfie on set in the RTE studio with the incredible festive decorations behind them. The mum-of-two captioned her post: "Christmas week in work. The countdown is officially on!!" Sinead's friends and fans all loved her snap as they raced to the comment section with compliments. Michael said: "Sinead you are such fun on the Today show you honestly make it all worthwhile." Mary commented: "You're a little pocket rocket @imsineadkennedy and dah-hay as the other one calls Daithi."

COLOGNE, GERMANY – Newsaktuell – 5 December 2024 – VYTAL Global GmbH, the Germany-based digital reuse platform, is thrilled to announce the founding of its U.S.-based subsidiary, VYTAL US Inc. This strategic expansion marks a major step forward in Vytal’s mission to create a global tech platform that enables reuse in all food service settings, from large-scale festivals, sports and entertainment venues to campuses, corporate offices and quick-service restaurants. VYTAL US has acquired certain assets of TURN, a U.S.-based reuse company, and is assuming services for a selected group of TURN’s former clients, primarily operators of large festivals and venues, including some of TURN’s operations in Australia and New Zealand. Additionally, key members of the TURN team will join VYTAL US, ensuring a seamless transition and continuity of service for those clients. This move allows Vytal to enhance its existing expertise with TURN’s proven consumer engagement strategies while bringing its advanced tracking technology and market-leading operational efficiency to the U.S. market. A Strategic Leap Forward “From the start, Vytal’s ambition is to solve the single-use packaging waste crisis on a global scale,” says Dr. Tim Breker, Co-Founder & Managing Director of VYTAL Global GmbH. “Europe, particularly Germany, has long been a leader in reuse. We believe we have a clear competitive advantage to build the most advanced reuse solutions for our clients. By expanding into the U.S., we’re leveraging our sophisticated tech platform, as well as years of operational experience, to deliver high-value reuse solutions. Scaling reuse in Europe is mostly about efficiency and convenience. In the U.S. reuse has a major third growth driver: consumer engagement. Mastering this triad in the most exciting consumer market of the world will further cement Vytal’s leadership of the global reuse movement.” A globally relevant reuse champion Following a record-breaking 2024 serving over 160 events and over 7,000 clients across 17 countries – including high-profile clients like key sites during the Olympics 2024 and several EURO 2024 fan zones across three major cities – VYTAL is well-positioned to replicate this success in the U.S. Leveraging Innovative Technology to Scale Reuse At the heart of Vytal’s success is its cutting-edge technology, which covers the full value chain from logistics and tracking to POS integration and consumer engagement. These innovations make reuse easier, more efficient, and economically beneficial for operators, consumers and brands. The acquired expertise in digital consumer rewards and engagement complements Vytal’s existing technology platform, creating an even stronger value proposition for operators looking to incentivize reuse and enhance customer satisfaction. Vytal’s ability to deliver these innovations at scale promises to unlock immense potential in the U.S. market. Setting a New Standard in Washing Systems Understanding the importance of modern, efficient washing infrastructure, Vytal is investing in a washing facility in Atlanta, Georgia that aims to be the most advanced washing system in the U.S. This state-of-the-art facility will not only optimize the cleaning and handling of reusable packaging but also set a new industry benchmark for operational efficiency, hygiene, and sustainability. Welcoming New Talent Across the Atlantic Vytal is especially excited to welcome some experienced members of the former TURN team. Their deep knowledge of the U.S. market and expertise in tech-enabled reuse will be invaluable in delivering outstanding service to existing and future customers of VYTAL US, significantly growing the U.S. reuse business. Accelerating growth in 2025 With access to new markets, pioneering technologies, and top talent, Vytal is ready to lead the worldwide reuse movement into 2025. Through its data-driven approach, Vytal maximizes economic benefits for all stakeholders, creating a world where reuse becomes the new normal. Hashtag: #VYTALGlobal #VYTALUSInc The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. VYTAL Global is revolutionizing the packaging industry by eliminating single-use packaging through advanced reusable solutions. Utilizing cutting-edge software and data analytics, VYTAL delivers cost-effective, sustainable packaging options that benefit businesses and the environment. Internationally recognized by the Harvard Business Review for its pioneering data model, Vytal is at the forefront of the global transition to a circular economy. With a network of over 7,000 partners across 22 countries, the company is leading the charge in reducing disposable packaging waste. Vytal established a dedicated subsidiary to expand its impact to bring reusable solutions to the events and entertainment industry. This initiative reflects Vytal’s commitment to sustainability by addressing the unique demands of large-scale events and venues. United under a shared vision, VYTAL Global is transforming packaging systems worldwide, offering innovative, eco-friendly alternatives to create a more sustainable future. VYTAL US Inc., the wholly owned U.S. subsidiary of VYTAL Global, delivers advanced reuse solutions for large-scale events, sports venues, corporate campuses, and quick-service restaurants in the U.S. As of Q2 2025, VYTAL US will operate the country’s most advanced washing facility in Atlanta, Georgia, ensuring top-tier hygiene, efficiency, and sustainability. By partnering with the most progressive companies from the Food & Beverage Industry, VYTAL US aims to make reuse the new normal for campuses and venues in the U.S., creating solutions that benefit businesses, consumers, and the environment.49ers’ Isaac Guerendo gets his shot at lead runner in decimated backfield

The New Orleans Pelicans ’ injury woes continue, and honestly, it feels like déjà vu. Zion Williamson ? Still out. The Pelicans say he’s “progressing well” from that pesky left hamstring strain, but don’t hold your breath for a quick return. He’ll be reevaluated in two weeks, but let’s face it — this timeline sounds more optimistic than realistic. Zion’s played just six games this season, and the Pelicans have gone 1-12 since his last appearance on November 6. Not exactly a winning formula. Jose Alvarado ? Same story. The gritty guard, also sidelined with a left hamstring strain, is on the same two-week reevaluation plan as Zion. Add him to the list of “progressing” players. Meanwhile, second-year wing Jordan Hawkins ? He’s been dealing with low back soreness, and now the Pelicans have revealed it’s actually a lumbar spine annular fissure. He’s out at least another week. Just brutal luck for a team that can’t seem to catch a break. There’s a glimmer of hope, though. Brandon Ingram and Herb Jones practiced in full Wednesday, and both are questionable for Thursday’s game against Phoenix. Ingram, battling right plantaris tendonitis, has missed five straight. Jones? A whopping 18 games with a right shoulder strain. If they can suit up, it’ll be a much-needed boost for a team on life support. Let’s be real here — the Pelicans are walking a tightrope. The Western Conference waits for no one, and with Williamson and Alvarado still weeks away (at best), this season’s outlook could spiral ever further fast. Can Ingram and Jones save the day? Maybe. But New Orleans’ margin for error is razor-thin, and the injury bug refuses to let up. Stay tuned, folks — this could get messy. This article first appeared on Hoops Wire and was syndicated with permission.Keanu Reeves says he joined Sonic The Hedgehog 3 cast as he is ‘a big fan’

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The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite have ended higher as gains by many of the so-called Magnificent Seven tech stocks pushed benchmarks up on a holiday-thinned trading day. or signup to continue reading With megacap stocks having outsized influence on markets, their performance during a week in which many investors take time off will be even more pronounced. Meta Platforms, Nvidia and Tesla all closed higher on Monday, with Google parent Alphabet also in positive territory. The gains helped propel the Nasdaq Composite to its third straight increase, and a second advance in three sessions for the S&P 500. According to preliminary data, the S&P 500 gained 42.96 points, or 0.70 per cent, to end at 5,972.23 points, while the Nasdaq Composite gained 192.29 points, or 0.98 per cent, to 19,764.89. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 61.59 points, or 0.14 per cent, to 42,901.85. After a solid run since the November presidential election, Wall Street's rally hit a bump this month, especially after the US Federal Reserve forecast just two 25-basis-point rate reductions for 2025 - down from its September view of four cuts - and raised its annual inflation outlook. This included a selloff last Wednesday triggered by the US Federal Reserve signalling a slower rate-cut pace. Chris Zaccarelli, chief investment officer at Northlight Asset Management, noted that while some course correction has occurred in recent days, as interest-rate expectations have been modified by investors, many of the same trends remain in place, including tech and tech-enabled stocks finding favour. "We're really seeing a microcosm today of what we've seen all year long, and the trends are back in place despite what we've seen in the last couple of weeks where things bounced around a little bit," Zaccarelli said. As well as major benchmark gains, a majority of the S&P sectors finished higher on Monday, led by communication services . Markets are also entering a historically strong period for US stocks. Since 1969, the last five trading days of the year, combined with the first two of the following year, have yielded an average S&P 500 gain of 1.3 per cent - a period known as the "Santa Claus Rally", according to the Stock Trader's Almanac. Northlight's Zaccarelli said he believed conditions were right for such a rally, as this year's gains would likely mean investors would hold on to positions as opposed to selling and booking losses which they can use for tax purposes. Qualcomm's shares rose after a jury found its central processors are properly licensed under an agreement with UK-based Arm Holdings. Shares of Arm, which has vowed to seek a fresh trial, fell. Walmart dropped after the US consumer finance watchdog accused the retail giant and workforce payments company Branch Messenger of forcing more than a million delivery drivers into using accounts that cost them more than $US10 million ($A16 million) in junk fees. Eli Lilly gained after the US Food and Drug Administration approved the drugmaker's weight-loss treatment, Zepbound, for obstructive sleep apnea. Shares of sleep apnea device makers ResMed and Inspire Medical fell. Nordstrom's shares declined after the department store chain's founding family and Mexican retailer El Puerto de Liverpool agreed to take the company private. DAILY Today's top stories curated by our news team. WEEKDAYS Grab a quick bite of today's latest news from around the region and the nation. WEEKLY The latest news, results & expert analysis. WEEKDAYS Catch up on the news of the day and unwind with great reading for your evening. WEEKLY Get the editor's insights: what's happening & why it matters. WEEKLY Love footy? We've got all the action covered. WEEKLY Every Saturday and Tuesday, explore destinations deals, tips & travel writing to transport you around the globe. WEEKLY Going out or staying in? Find out what's on. WEEKDAYS Sharp. Close to the ground. Digging deep. Your weekday morning newsletter on national affairs, politics and more. TWICE WEEKLY Your essential national news digest: all the big issues on Wednesday and great reading every Saturday. WEEKLY Get news, reviews and expert insights every Thursday from CarExpert, ACM's exclusive motoring partner. TWICE WEEKLY Get real, Australia! Let the ACM network's editors and journalists bring you news and views from all over. AS IT HAPPENS Be the first to know when news breaks. DAILY Your digital replica of Today's Paper. Ready to read from 5am! DAILY Test your skills with interactive crosswords, sudoku & trivia. Fresh daily! Advertisement AdvertisementNebraska's Dylan Raiola talks key late hit on day he sets school freshman season passing mark