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jili login NEW YORK — Juan Soto put on a New York Mets jersey and cap for the first time Thursday after his record $765 million, 15-year contract was finalized and talked about what made the difference in his decision. “They showed me a lot of love. ... How they're going to make it comfortable for me,” he said. "That's one of the things I was looking for." Soto was introduced at Citi Field a day after his deal was finalized. Speaking in the Piazza 31 Club, he was flanked by Mets owner Steve Cohen, president of baseball operations David Stearns and his agent, Scott Boras. “They always talk about family. They always talk about stick(ing) together,” Soto said. “That's one of the things that opened my eyes.” Security men in gray suits wearing earpieces were off to the side. Soto walked in led by Boras, wearing a dark suit, black turtle neck shirt and gold chain with his No. 22. “I’m excited by the Mets future,” Cohen said. “I think this accelerates our goal of winning championships.” Soto chose the Mets' offer on Sunday, deciding to leave the Yankees after helping them reach the World Series in his only season in the Bronx. SAN FRANCISCO — Willy Adames wasted little time making one thing clear: He wants to play all 162 games for the San Francisco Giants. So when introduced as their new shortstop Thursday, Adames looked to his left and gently put a hand on manager Bob Melvin's right shoulder, smiled and said, “if he lets me.” Melvin might not need much convincing, thrilled to suddenly have stability at a position that lacked continuity this year in his first season as skipper. Adames didn't hesitate to also offer a thought to new boss Buster Posey: He plans to win a few championships with the Giants just like the catcher-turned-executive did here. Surrounded by his parents and other family and friends, Adames was formally introduced and welcomed at Oracle Park after signing a $182 million, seven-year contract — the first big, splashy move made by Posey since he became President of Baseball Operations in late September. “There’s no words to describe my feeling right now to be here in this beautiful city, I’m just so happy to be here,” Adames said. "... This is a dream come true for me. I’m thrilled to be here, I’m so excited. Hopefully we can win a few championships like you did, and that’s one of the main reasons I’m here.” PUERTO PLATA, Dominican Republic — The trial against Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco, who has been charged with sexually abusing a minor, sexual and commercial exploitation against a minor, and human trafficking, was postponed on Thursday and scheduled to resume June 2, 2025. Dominican judge Yacaira Veras postponed the hearing at the request of prosecutors because of the absence of several key witnesses in the case. Only three out of 31 witnesses arrived to the hearing on Thursday. Franco’s lawyers asked the court to reconsider the postponement, arguing Franco must report to spring training in mid-February. “There is no case against Wander, for as many witnesses as they present, there is no case now,” Franco's lead lawyer Teodosio Jáquez told The Associated Press after the hearing. The judge replied that Franco is obligated to continue with the trial schedule and his conditional release from detainment. Get local news delivered to your inbox!Earlier this month, Google announced a brand-new quantum chip dubbed Willow. The 105-qubit chip — that's double the qubit count of the tech giant's preceding Sycamore chip — completed a computation in under five minutes that would take a modern supercomputer a "mind-boggling" 10 septillion years, the company said. The news reignited a debate surrounding the security of blockchains, the distributed ledgers that run digital currencies like Bitcoin. Could a future quantum computer break the cryptocurrency's encryption, allowing thieves to abscond with unfathomable sums? As Fortune reports , researchers at the University of Kent found in a yet-to-be-peer-reviewed study that the risk is very real. In fact, just the downtime required to update the blockchain to protect itself from an encryption-breaking quantum computer could extend to 76 days — and the resulting losses would likely be staggering. "Bringing your technology down... can be very, very costly, even if it’s on for a few minutes or a few hours," coauthor and senior lecturer at the University of Kent Carlos Perez-Delgado told Fortune . "If I had a large quantum computer right now, I could essentially take over all the Bitcoin," he added. "By tomorrow, I could be reading everybody’s email and getting into everybody’s computer accounts, and that’s just the fact." But exactly how imminent this threat is remains highly debatable. In an update last week, AllianceBernstein analysts argued that Bitcoin contributors should "start preparing for the quantum future." However, "any practical threat to Bitcoin seems decades away," the analysts wrote. Researchers have similarly argued that it would take quantum computers with millions of qubits to break Bitcoin encryption in a single day. Analysts have also found that SHA-256 encryption, which serves as the security measure protecting Bitcoin miners today, could eventually be cracked — albeit with quantum hardware that hasn't even been dreamed up yet. On a broader scale, apart from cracking cryptocurrencies, Google's latest quantum chip also falls woefully short of doing anything actually useful as of right now. "The particular calculation in question is to produce a random distribution," German physicist and science communicator Sabine Hossenfelder tweeted in response to Google's recent announcement. "The result of this calculation has no practical use." In short, while many agree that quantum computers could pose a growing threat to the cryptography behind Bitcoin, the cryptocurrency community could still have plenty of time to implement changes to protect the blockchain. Which is easier said than done. As Fortune points out, Bitcoin's decentralized nature could make pushing an encryption update an immense task. But that doesn't mean the cryptocurrency shouldn't do it. In an October blog post , Vitalik Buterin, the cofounder of the prominent cryptocurrency Ethereum, argued that advancing quantum computing tech could have "consequences across the entire Ethereum roadmap." "The indisputable fact that nobody can argue is that when we do get there," Perez-Delgado told Fortune, "our current securities, the cybersecurity systems — which includes everything from Bitcoin to email — will be in great danger." More on Bitcoin: Man Accused of Being Satoshi Nakamoto Goes Into Hiding Share This Article

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If you have an avid cook or food lover in your life, your gifting opportunities these days are vast and deep. There are authentic ingredients and creative concoctions in brick-and-mortar shops and online. The global pantry beckons. Plus, in many cases, the packaging is gorgeous. Many of these affordable luxuries can be tucked into a stocking, but they also make great presents for a co-worker, mail carrier, nephew or teacher. Two Chinese American friends took the flavors of their favorite childhood treats and transformed them into sweet spreads, ready to be slathered on toast, apples or just eaten with a spoon. Rooted Fare sells spreads (pictured above) like Crunchy Black Sesame Butter, Pineapple Cake Cashew Butter, and Chinese Almond Cookie Butter. $15 per jar Il Colle del Gusto makes some sweet and unusual nut-based spreads with an Italian twist: Coarse Hazelnut and Cocoa, Crunchy Peanut, and Sicilian Pistachio, all blended with olive oil. Swirl them into ice cream, slather them onto toast. Each jar under $10 Sesame lovers will be delighted with either an assortment of tahini products (pictured at left) such as Chocolate Sesame Sauce, or a tub of flaky, melt-in-your-mouth halva in flavors like cardamom and pistachio from Seed + Mill . Gift sets available for under $50 Chile crunch condiments have taken the cooking world by storm, and here are some highly giftable options. Fly By Jing makes a large assortment of Asian-inspired chile crunches, and has some attractively packaged gift sets for the holidays. $20 for a mini sampler set The aptly named Chile Crunch sells several varieties of the crunchy condiment, including hot, chipotle, mild and original. $13 per jar Somos Mexican chili crisp varieties explode with texture thanks to a whole lot of nuts and seeds. Scoop these spicy-crunchy sauces over everything from avocado toast to tacos — and try the sweeter one on ice cream! The gift set of two comes with a cute spoon. $35 for the gift set Chef Patricia Quintana has created a line of salsas, sauces, dressings and condiments that preserves the heritage of traditional Mexican cooking. Treat someone to a jar of Achiote sauce or Pineapple Habanero Salsa (and hope you get invited over for the ensuing meal). $15 to $20 per jar Ever heard of Secret Aardvark sauces? You might be tempted to spread the word. This Caribbean/Tex-Mex line (pictured) of condiments has a big following for what the company says is “flavor that kicks you in the mouth.” There are many choices, including Drunken Jerk Jamaican Marinade, and Aardvark Habanero Hot Sauce. $10 each, with combo packs starting at $20 Tinned fish also is having a blockbuster culinary moment (and in many cases the packaging is super fun). Fishwife cans ethically sourced fish, like salmon, anchovies and trout, from around the world, with some attractive gift boxes under $50. La Narval focuses on combinations of fish and sauce, such as mussels in Spanish sauce. Each tin is about $10. I can’t think of a food gift I’m happier to see than a high-quality bottle of oil or vinegar, two of the most-used ingredients in my kitchen. Bona Fortuna ’s selection of Sicilian olive oils is fresh and fragrant, and its aged balsamic vinegars are thick, sweet and rich. Consider the Invecchiato 7-Year Aged Balsamic Vinegar of Modena or Forte Extra Virgin Olive Oil. $10.95-$44.95 Metafora olive oil comes in a beautiful bottle and is a nice introduction to Portuguese olive oil. $40 Alvear makes lovely Andalusian sherry vinegars. For the salad makers and Spanish chefs in your life, think about gifting one each of the bottles, a sweet and a dry. $20 a bottle Sanders is known for decadent, chocolate-covered caramels, and this holiday season it has some limited-edition flavors (pictured above). Do you know someone who might like a bag of bourbon, maple or peppermint dark-chocolate sea-salt caramels? I do. $10 Perhaps you’ve seen the elegant Lady M layered crepe cakes? Well this holiday, try the more portable and giftable Holiday Crepe Biscuit Collection (pictured at right). Eight wedge-shaped boxes contain a delicate crepe biscuit with fillings such as vanilla, chocolate hazelnut and green tea. $28 André’s Confiserie Suisse makes handmade chocolate with deep rich flavor, a result of generations of Swiss chocolate-making expertise. Some unusual classics include the Nussbergerli Sticks, a mix of caramel, candied orange peel and nuts, covered in either dark or milk chocolate, as well as a lovely assortment of chocolate-covered almonds. $7 and up There are chocolate bars and then there are chocolate bars. At Chocopologie , it’s hard to decide among the creative confections (pictured below). Burnt Caramel Hawaiian Sea Salt? A S’Mores Bar that includes organic graham crackers and vegan marshmallows? $10 each The Drinks Bakery creates savory snacks with flavor profiles meant to match up perfectly with your favorite libations (pictured at right). Munch on a Lancashire Cheese and Spring Onion biscuit with a hoppy IPA or a sauvignon blanc. Serve the Parmesan, Toasted Pine Nut and Basil biscuits with a whiskey highball or champagne. $24 for a variety pack Tartuflanghe makes all sorts of luxury ingredients infused with white and black truffles (pictured at top). Elevate your cooking game with truffle-infused butters with flavors like porcini or anchovy. Or how about a little jar of black truffle pearls, which look like caviar and are the most elegant way to finish off a risotto or a deviled egg? $10-$40 Get local news delivered to your inbox!Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo has stated that those who conjured election results and announced same on social media during the September governorship election are the same people crying that the polls were rigged. Naija News understands that Governor Okpebholo stated this on Saturday while speaking at Esan Central Local Government Council Secretariat, venue of the homecoming reception held in celebration of his victory by the Esan people of Edo Central. According to Governor Okpebholo, it is sad that criminals are crying today that they lost the election. He said the criminals will continue to lose, while they will keep spending their money on fruitless ventures, wasting away time, energy and resources. Okpebholo said: “I thank Edo people for the overwhelming support given to our party during the September 21 governorship election in Edo State. I am happy for the resounding victory God gave us. “I thank President Bola Tinubu and the leadership of our party for not playing anti-party but stood firm for justice and equity to prevail, which led to the success and victory recorded by our party. “The people who wrote results and were announcing fake results on the internet, are the same people crying today that somebody rigged the election. “It is sad to say that the criminals are crying today that they have lost and will continue to lose. They are spending money day and night and wasting their money and will wait in vain. “Edo people have spoken. They have chosen the path of development, peace and unity. This is what Edo people have chosen and that is how it will remain. “I want to thank Esan people for standing by me and ensuring a resounding victory. Thank you for the confidence reposed in me and thank you for your votes. This crowd has shown that you people voted for me. “I will not disappoint Edo people. I will not disappoint Esan people. I will do the right thing and allow justice to prevail. “I thank the traditional rulers in the entire Esan land, leaders of Esan land, party leaders, and all those who stood by me to become the Governor of Edo State and above all I give God the glory.” The Onojie of Uromi, HRH Anselm Aidenojie II, said the people of Esan land are happy that their son is the Governor of the State. “We, the traditional rulers from Esan land went round the State to appeal for support to produce the Governor and today it is a reality. We thank the Oba of Benin Kingdom, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo Oba Ewuare ll and grateful to all for the support. We believe that the Governor will deliver the dividends of democracy to the people of Edo State, ” he said. On his part, APC state chairman, Jarret Tenebe, thanked Edo people for the mandate given to Governor Okpebholo, saying he has already hit the ground running since his inauguration. He said: “ We are happy to celebrate the victory God Almighty has given to us and we thank Edo people for the mandate as all can see that the Governor has hit the ground running. This is how it will be in the next eight years. In the last eight years, there was no governance. Governor Okpebholo has started from where Comrade Adams Oshiomhole stopped.” Dignitaries at the reception organized by the Esan people for the Governor are traditional rulers from Edo Central; Secretary to the State Government, Barr. Musa Ikhilor; Chief of Staff to the Governor, Gani Audu; members of the Edo State House of Assembly (EDHA); top government officials, party faithful and others.required a second-half strike by substitute to earn a 1-1 draw with in a pulsating clash at . Former Celtic boss Ange Postecoglou was under the spotlight after just one win in seven and his side were more than matched by a combative Gers side amid a terrific atmosphere. The Light Blues took the lead two minutes into the second half through a terrific strike by in-form Moroccan striker Humza Igamane, his fifth goal in five games. Tottenham had to hold on grimly in the face of constant Gers pressure but half-time replacement Kulusevski equalised in the 75th minute with former Parkhead keeper Fraser Forster ending a fine night's work by making a terrific save late the game from Gers substitute Cyriel Dessers to take the point back south. Both sides moved on to 11 points from 18 with two fixtures remaining and still on course for the knockout stages but the Light Blues will take huge confidence from their performance into Sunday's Premier Sports Cup final against Celtic at Hampden Park. After Spurs enjoyed a pre-match huddle in front of their travelling support, both sides went at each other. Forster made fine saves from drives from Nedim Bajrami and Vaclav Cerny, twice, while Gers keeper Jack Butland thwarted Tottenham captain Heung-Min Son and Brennan Johnson, also at close range. Amid an expansive first half, John Souttar had to be replaced by Leon Balogun but the Gers fans were heartened by the interval, where Postocoglou replaced the ineffective Timo Werner with Kulusevski who barely had time to settle before Spurs fell behind. Gers skipper James Tavernier dinked a ball over the Tottenham defence and Igamane drilled the ball behind Forster from just inside the box to send most of Ibrox into raptures. Spurs wobbled and Ibrox rocked as Rangers went for number two with Cerny probing again. In the 53rd minute, as Spurs responded, Pedro Porro fired over the bar as a warning to the home side. Postecoglou took action. Lucas Bergvall, Dominic Solanke and Pape Sarr come on for Rodrigo Bentancur, Johnson and Yves Bissouma and Spurs regrouped, with Butland forced into a save at his near post from a Pedro Porro volley. Connor Barron and Dujon Sterling took over from the tiring Bajrami and Sterling in the 68th minute, just before Dejan Kulusevski drilled a left-footed drive low past Butland following a Solanke cut-back, to finish off a slick Spurs move. The visitors looked more likely to get a second but Rangers fought back again and Forster saved the day for Spurs five minutes from time when he Dessers, on for Igamane and the Gers substitute had the ball in the net moments later, only to be ruled offside.

Manufacturer marks Official Supplier status with 5 millionth tankless water heater donation and 50-year anniversary milestone PEACHTREE CITY, Ga. , Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rinnai America Corporation — manufacturer of a leading brand of tankless gas water heaters in North America — is proud to announce a landmark partnership with Homes For Our Troops (HFOT), a nonprofit organization dedicated to building and donating specially adapted custom homes nationwide for severely injured post-9/11 Veterans, to enable them to rebuild their lives. The new agreement makes Rinnai the Official Supplier of water heaters for new homes across the country through 2027. This exclusive collaboration strengthens both organizations' shared commitment to providing Veterans and their families with the resources they need to rebuild their lives after service. Also celebrating 50 years in North America , Rinnai marked the occasion by donating the 5 millionth tankless water heater manufactured at its state-of-the-art facility in Griffin, Georgia for a new home under construction in Texas . "Celebrating 50 years and reaching 5 million tankless water heaters sold in the North American market are significant milestones for us but knowing that our donation is helping a Veteran and their family start a new chapter in life is incredibly meaningful," said Frank Windsor , President, Rinnai America Corporation. "We are honored to help restore some of the freedom and independence to the brave men and women who have sacrificed so much defending our country. Our continued partnership with Homes For Our Troops is a powerful way for us to give back and deliver our brand promise of 'Creating a healthier way of living'." Since its inception in 2004, HFOT has built over 400 homes. Each specially adapted energy efficient home is designed to comfortably raise a family while limiting future expenses. Equipped with Rinnai's durable and highly energy efficient products, the homes constructed as part of this partnership will help reduce the families' long-term utility costs and serve as a safe and welcoming place to call home for years to come. "We are incredibly proud to extend our partnership with Rinnai. The company's passion for assisting Veterans and their families significantly helps us advance our mission of Building Homes and Rebuilding Lives for severely injured post-9/11 Veterans," said HFOT President/CEO, Brig. Gen., USA (Ret) Tom Landwermeyer . "These Veterans face enormous challenges, and through this partnership, we are also providing the comfort and convenience of a high-quality water heater to help create a home that promotes healing and independence." Army SGT Christopher Leverkuhn will receive the 5 millionth product, a SENSEI ® RX Series, for his home currently under construction in Kerrville, Texas . The most advanced condensing tankless water heater on the market, it sets the standard for efficiency at 0.98 UEF and creates a healthier way of living by delivering the ultimate in comfort, smart design and unlimited hot water. Over the next three years, Rinnai will donate appropriate products with features ideal for the hot water demands of each Veterans' home. Many will receive Rinnai's newest condensing tankless water heater, the SENSEI RXP. This product comes equipped with a built-in recirculation pump to deliver faster hot water to the faucet. Rinnai will also provide its RWM200 WiFi module, which can be used with the Rinnai Central TM app to control temperature and recirculation patterns. Veterans may also receive Rinnai's new electric heat pump water heater , one of the most sustainable electric water heating solutions available, meeting highest efficiency standards while reducing energy usage and costs. The agreement highlights the growing commitment of the sustainable manufacturer's corporate responsibility and charitable giving in addressing the needs of Veterans and their families. In addition to HFOT, Rinnai partners with Folds of Honor, a nonprofit organization that provides educational scholarships to the spouses and children of military members who have fallen or been disabled while serving in the United States Armed Forces. These organizations prove that partnerships can lead to lasting change and help those who have given so much for their country. About Homes For Our Troops: Homes For Our Troops (HFOT) is a publicly funded 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that builds and donates specially adapted custom homes nationwide for severely injured post-9/11 Veterans, to enable them to rebuild their lives. Most of these Veterans have sustained injuries including multiple limb amputations, partial or full paralysis, and/or severe traumatic brain injury (TBI). These homes restore some of the freedom and independence our Veterans sacrificed while defending our country, and enable them to focus on their family, recovery, and rebuilding their lives. Since its inception in 2004, nearly 90 cents of every dollar spent has gone to our program services for Veterans. HFOT builds these homes where the veteran chooses to live and continues its relationship with the Veterans after home delivery to assist them with rebuilding their lives. www.hfotusa.org . About Rinnai: Rinnai America Corporation, a subsidiary of Rinnai Corporation in Nagoya, Japan , was established in 1974 and is headquartered in Peachtree City, Georgia . Rinnai Corporation manufactures gas appliances, including tankless water heaters, a wide range of kitchen appliances, and heating and air conditioning units. As the technology leader in its industry, Rinnai is the largest gas appliance manufacturer in Japan and is the No. 1 selling brand of tankless gas water heaters in the United States and Canada . Annual corporate revenues, including those of its subsidiaries, are in excess of $3.3 billion . With a global perspective to create 21st-century products for the home and business, Rinnai Corporation commits itself to safety and Creating a healthier way of living ® . For more information about Rinnai's entire product line, visit www.rinnai.us . Copyright 2024. All rights reserved. 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