DRIVERLESS Knight Rider-style buses are set to hit UK roads in days as thousands brace for the terrifying new concept. The self-driving motors will soon be zooming along the streets of Central Milton Keynes. Photographs of the StreetCAV, a 'plug-and-play' shuttle, show a pod-like vehicle with bars and handles like any normal bus. Except it's almost impossible to tell which end is the front, because there's no space for a driver's seat. Instead, the entire pod has room for passengers, with seats along either side and a central door. Before it is given the green light, the buses will be trialled in the city centre in December, MK Citizen reported. If successful, the vehicles should be ready to board its first passengers in 2025. The driverless shuttles are currently on display in the town's Smart City Experience Centre. Zenzic’s CAM Supply Chain UK programme was launched by the government to help bring the UK in the running for world-leader in development of self-driving vehicles. It has pumped money into the ambitious project, which will be lead by the Smart City Consultancy (SMCCL). “The StreetCAV project has been going for some time now so we are absolutely thrilled that it is finally at a stage where we can reveal it to the world," Ian Pulford, CEO at SMCCL, said. “Thanks to the partners we’ve been fortunate to involve in the project, we truly believe we have developed a solution which can change the future of urban mobility while making our towns and cities smarter, greener, and more inclusive. "We have also worked rigorously to ensure public safety. Working closely with Milton Keynes City Council, BT and ECS, we will establish a city centre control room, connected by a specifically designed communications network, provided by CableFree, which will in-turn allow the Ohmio vehicles to be supervised and managed remotely. “It really has been a fantastic project to work on and we can’t thank all of our partners and funders enough for their continued work and support.” Mark Cracknell, program director at Zenzic, added: “We are proud to have supported the development of StreetCAV and to have worked with all of the partners involved in this pioneering project. “Should the trial prove a success, it could lay the foundations for a more connected, inclusive, and resilient transportation network not only for Milton Keynes, but for towns and cities across the globe. “It is a perfect example of how, by working more collaboratively and bringing together industry, academia and the public sector, the UK can lead the way in accelerating the self-driving revolution.” The Sun Online has reached out to Milton Keynes Council for comment. Milton Keynes isn't the only town which could soon have driverless motors roaming around its streets. In early 2023, The Sun Online reported how self-driving, zero-emission shuttles will be piloted in Sunderland after receiving £6m in government and industry funding. The Sunderland Advanced Mobility Shuttle project added it would trial three self-driving Aurrigo Auto-Shuttles. A safety driver will be on board the shuttles just in case. These futuristic-looking vehicles will transport passengers on public roads between Sunderland Interchange, Sunderland Royal Hospital and the University of Sunderland City Campus. The initiative is led by Sunderland City Council in partnership with Aurrigo, Stagecoach, Angoka Ltf, Newcastle University and Bai Communications. The project has received a £3m government grant matched by industry pros - which totals £6m. Liz St Louis, director of Smart Cities at Sunderland City Council, said to Chronicle Live : "Leveraging the power of 5G technology and Sunderland’s leading smart city infrastructure. "The focus of our ambitious project partners is underpinned by an ethos of leaving no one and nowhere behind. "Connected and Automated Vehicles (CAVs) will provide huge social, industrial and economic benefits across the world and we’re hugely optimistic about a technology-fuelled future, powered by local expertise, right here in Sunderland."Analyzing Joe's performance on the field, it is evident that there are several factors contributing to his low success rate in dribbling. One key aspect is his decision-making process when taking on opponents. Joe often tends to dribble into heavily congested areas, where his chances of success are significantly reduced. This lack of tactical awareness and spatial intelligence has hindered his ability to make the most out of his dribbling opportunities.

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Analyzing AngioDynamics (NASDAQ:ANGO) & Orthofix Medical (NASDAQ:OFIX)NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Emerance Maschmeyer turned in 34 saves on 35 shots on goal and the Ottawa Charge held off the New York Sirens 3-1 on Sunday for their second win in six games. Playing their first game in 10 days, the Charge got a first-period goal from Emily Clark and Shiann Darkangelo and Kateřina Mrázová added second-period goals to build a 3-0 lead through two periods. Ottawa has scored at least three goals in all five of its meetings with New York over two seasons. Alex Carpenter earned a third-period assist to extend her scoring streak to nine straight games dating to last season. Sarah Fillier's goal moved her into a tie for the league lead with eight points in her first eight games after being drafted No. 1 by the Sirens. Ottawa's defense neutralized much of New York's speed advantage and used a strong penalty kill to take a 1-0 lead after one period after Clark tipped home a wrist shot from the point by Brianne Jenner six minutes into the game. The Charge added two goals in the first seven minutes of the second period but could not capitalize on a pair of power plays late in the period. Fillier wasted little time getting New York on the board in the third period, firing a shot past Maschmeyer 23 seconds into the period, but the keeper saved the next dozen shots, including an almost three-minute finish when the Sirens pulled goalkeeper Corinne Schroeder to gain a player advantage. New York's Jill Saulnier was activated off long-term injured reserve following an upper body injury sustained in the opening game December 1. ___ AP hockey: https://apnews.com/hub/hockey The Associated Press

Causes are historic The early 21st century has been a period of significant economic transitions, marked by technological advancements, globalization, and dynamic geopolitical shifts. Between 2000 and 2024, the global economic landscape underwent dramatic phases of stability, crisis, recovery, and recalibration. This essay examines the key events shaping global GDP growth and inflation trends, exploring the complexities of economic stability in advanced and emerging markets. The early 2000s witnessed stable global GDP growth rates, ranging from 2.5 percent to 5.3 percent, following stabilization efforts after the dot-com bubble burst. This period was characterized by moderate economic expansion, driven by: Despite these gains, vulnerabilities persisted. The financial and structural risks embedded in global markets became evident in subsequent years. The 2008 global financial crisis marked the most severe economic downturn since the Great Depression. The collapse of financial markets, triggered by subprime mortgage failures and excessive leverage in financial institutions, led to a dramatic contraction in global GDP, which declined by 0.4 percent in 2009. The crisis had widespread repercussions: While recovery efforts in 2010 resulted in a brief rebound, with global growth peaking at 5.2 percent, the recovery was uneven. Persistent structural weaknesses, such as high unemployment and sluggish investment in advanced economies, hindered long-term recovery. During the 2010s, global GDP growth stabilized between 3 percent and 4 percent, reflecting a balance between growth in emerging markets and slower expansion in advanced economies. This stabilization, however, masked underlying vulnerabilities: Despite these challenges, the 2010s were marked by cautious optimism, with global trade and investment flows remaining robust. The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 caused an unprecedented economic contraction. Global GDP growth plummeted to -2.7 percent as the pandemic disrupted supply chains, labor markets, and trade flows. The pandemic’s impact was far-reaching: Recovery in 2021 was robust, with global GDP growth surging to 6.6 percent, driven by vaccination rollouts, renewed consumer confidence, and government spending. However, the recovery highlighted disparities in economic resilience, particularly between advanced and emerging markets. By 2024, the global economy has transitioned from a rapid recovery phase to moderate and sustainable growth levels, stabilizing between 3.2 percent and 3.6 percent. This reflects a recalibration post-pandemic amidst ongoing challenges: Global inflation has risen sharply since 2019, peaking at 5.8 percent in 2024. Key drivers include: Advanced Economies Inflation in advanced economies has been relatively contained, peaking at 2.6 percent in 2024. Factors contributing to this include: Emerging Markets In contrast, emerging markets have faced higher inflation, averaging 7.9 percent in 2024. Key factors include: Emerging and Developing Europe has been particularly affected, with inflation spiking to 16.9 percent amid geopolitical tensions. Conversely, Emerging and Developing Asia has maintained relatively low inflation levels (2.1 percent) through disciplined monetary policies. Global Distribution of Real GDP Growth A regional analysis reveals stark contrasts in growth trajectories: Key Takeaways The global economic landscape from the early 2000s to 2024 reflects a dynamic interplay of stability, crisis, and recovery. While advanced economies demonstrate resilience through effective policies, emerging markets present a dichotomy of high growth potential and inflationary vulnerabilities. The period underscores the need for structural reforms, equitable growth strategies, and coordinated global responses to address persistent challenges. Sustainable growth and inflation control remain central to achieving long-term economic stability in an interconnected world. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() );As Phuket continues to shine on the domestic and international stage, his future remains uncertain, with the possibility of a return to Barcelona hanging in the balance. Whatever the outcome, one thing is for certain: the remarkable rise of this 25-year-old striker from humble beginnings to championship success is a testament to the unwavering spirit and determination that defines the beautiful game. The footballing world eagerly awaits the next chapter in the captivating story of Phuket and his journey through the top echelons of the sport.

NoneTHIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Kottayam SP's investigation report on the controversy related to the autobiography of former LDF convener and CPM central committee member EP Jayarajan has been released. According to the investigation report, there is no MoU between DC Books and EP to publish the autobiography. The report says that some parts of the book were leaked from DC Books in the name of autobiographical content. These parts were leaked from AV Sreekumar, DC's head of publications. Kottayam SP handed over the inquiry report in this regard to the DGP. The report also stated that the police cannot file a case directly in the incident. EP had earlier submitted a complaint to the DGP seeking a probe into the conspiracy in the circulation of some parts of the autobiography on polling day. The DGP has assigned Kottayam SP to investigate the complaint. SP had submitted a report in the first phase also. However, the DGP sent back the report seeking more clarification. The second phase report submitted by Kottayam SP based on that instruction, has now been released. Meanwhile, EP Jayarajan reiterated that the autobiography controversy is a political conspiracy. The truth has come out in the investigation. EP also said that it was clear to the investigators how parts of the autobiography were leaked.

Yolo County Independent Living Program hosting holiday driveDAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Aniwaniwa Tait-Jones' 21 points helped UC San Diego defeat James Madison 73-67 on Friday night. Tait-Jones also contributed six rebounds for the Tritons (4-2). Hayden Gray scored 16 points and added four steals. Nordin Kapic went 5 of 8 from the field (1 for 4 from 3-point range) to finish with 12 points. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.The journey towards this unprecedented achievement began with a vision to revolutionize traditional methods and elevate the possibilities of what technology could achieve. Led by a team of brilliant researchers and visionaries at JHU, countless hours of dedication, innovation, and relentless pursuit of excellence culminated in the development of this game-changing technology.In the latest update of the popular mobile game "Extinction Zone Zero," players were greeted with an exciting surprise - the introduction of a new S-Class super handsome male character, whose stunning character PV is now available for free for all players who log in to the new version. The buzz around this new character has been making waves in the gaming community, drawing in a lot of attention and excitement from fans of the game.