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WASHINGTON — The man tapped to be Donald Trump’s top legislative liaison will face challenges on both ends of Pennsylvania Avenue as he manages a mercurial boss and tough math in both chambers of Congress. If the president-elect’s late-night and pre-sunrise social media blasts about legislation and lawmakers don’t prove challenging enough for former congressional aide James Braid and his incoming White House legislative affairs staff, the tight margins in what will be the Republican-run House and Senate will likely only further complicate matters. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.Queens Burn Injury Attorney Keetick L. Sanchez Releases Article Advocating for Burn Injury Victims 12-04-2024 10:30 PM CET | Politics, Law & Society Press release from: ABNewswire Queens burn injury attorney Keetick L. Sanchez ( https://accidentlawyer-queens.com/queens-burn-injury-attorney/ ) of K L Sanchez Law Office, P.C., recently published a piece on burn injuries and providing crucial legal support to help victims rebuild their lives. Burn injuries often leave individuals and families grappling with severe physical pain, emotional trauma, and mounting financial challenges. Burn injuries can arise from a variety of circumstances, including residential fires, workplace accidents, and defective products. Queens burn injury attorney Keetick L. Sanchez and the team are committed to helping victims receive fair compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and the emotional toll these injuries impose. "Burn injuries can be life-altering, but victims don't have to face the aftermath alone. We are here to guide and support them every step of the way," said Sanchez. The Queens burn injury attorney notes that burn injuries are not only physically devastating but also deeply disruptive to everyday life. A recent report from the American Burn Association reveals startling statistics: from 2018 to 2022, over 9,700 burn victims required intensive care in the U.S., with associated costs exceeding $600 million annually. These injuries often necessitate long-term treatment, including surgeries and rehabilitation, making comprehensive legal advocacy essential for securing necessary resources. In New York, burn injuries severe enough to involve significant areas of the body or life-threatening complications must be reported under Penal Law 265.26. This law not only facilitates investigations into the cause of such injuries but also provides critical documentation that can strengthen legal claims. "Our approach can help ensure that the legal process works in favor of our clients," Sanchez explained. "From gathering evidence to maintaining compliance with reporting laws, we aim to build compelling cases that address both immediate and long-term needs." For burn victims, the stakes are high. Medical bills and lost wages can add up quickly, while the emotional and psychological impact often remains long after the physical wounds have healed. A knowledgeable legal advocate such as Sanchez can empower victims to receive the full compensation they deserve. Burn injuries can result from various causes, including thermal burns from flames or hot liquids, chemical burns from industrial agents, or electrical burns from faulty wiring. Each type presents unique legal challenges, from establishing liability to quantifying damages. The severity of these injuries, ranging from first-degree to life-threatening fourth-degree burns, further underscores the need for precise and experienced legal handling. Sanchez and the team have extensive experience representing victims with varying degrees of burns. They can collaborate with medical professionals to assess the full impact of an injury, helping ensure that settlements or trial outcomes account for long-term care needs, disfigurement, and emotional suffering. Burn injury claims often involve complex negotiations with insurance companies, whose primary goal is to minimize payouts. Sanchez and the team can bring a determined approach to these interactions, advocating tirelessly for their clients' best interests. "Insurance companies may try to downplay the severity of an injury or undervalue a claim," Sanchez noted. "We can counter these tactics with thorough preparation and an unwavering commitment to achieving fair outcomes." Victims of burn injuries face a long road to recovery, both physically and financially. Consulting with a Queens burn injury attorney can help ensure their rights are protected and their claims receive the attention they deserve. Keetick L. Sanchez encourages anyone affected by a burn injury to take the first step toward justice by contacting the office. "We are here to support burn injury victims and their families during one of the most challenging times in their lives," Sanchez said. About K L Sanchez Law Office, P.C.: K L Sanchez Law Office, P.C. is a Queens-based law firm dedicated to providing personalized and effective representation to individuals who have suffered burn injuries. Led by attorney Keetick L. Sanchez, the firm is committed to advocating for clients and helping them achieve justice and recovery. Embeds: Youtube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=82v5tbjiZB0 GMB: https://www.google.com/maps?cid=2729652254808699760 Email and website Email: accidentlawny1@gmail.com Website: https://accidentlawyer-queens.com/ Media Contact Company Name: K L Sanchez Law Office, P.C. Contact Person: Keetick Sanchez Email:Send Email [ https://www.abnewswire.com/email_contact_us.php?pr=queens-burn-injury-attorney-keetick-l-sanchez-releases-article-advocating-for-burn-injury-victims ] Phone: (646) 701-7990 Address:3763 83rd St #1m City: Jackson Heights State: New York 11372 Country: United States Website: https://accidentlawyer-queens.com This release was published on openPR.
Singapore, [Date] – Explico, a leading innovator in online PSLE (Primary School Leaving Examination) preparation, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with BLACKSPINE PUBLISHING PRIVATE LIMITED. This strategic collaboration will empower over 150 schools across India with Explico’s cutting-edge technology solutions, transforming the way students prepare for this crucial exam. Explico: Championing Personalized Learning for PSLE Success Explico was founded with a singular mission: to empower students in Singapore to achieve academic excellence in the PSLE. Through its innovative online platform, Explico delivers a comprehensive learning experience tailored to individual student needs. Here’s what sets Explico apart: Engaging, Interactive Lessons: Compelling and interactive content caters to diverse learning styles, keeping students engaged and motivated. Personalized Learning Paths: Explico utilizes advanced algorithms to analyze student performance and create personalized study plans. Real-Time Feedback and Assessments: Instant feedback and diagnostic tools help students identify areas needing improvement and track progress effectively. Expert Tutors at Your Fingertips: A network of experienced educators provides personalized guidance and support, addressing individual student questions and challenges. BLACKSPINE PUBLISHING PRIVATE LIMITED: A Renowned Leader in Education BLACKSPINE PUBLISHING PRIVATE LIMITED has established itself as a prominent force in the Indian education landscape. With a vast network of schools across the country, BlackSpine provides high-quality educational resources and unwavering dedication to student success. A Partnership for Progress: Transforming Exam Preparation This partnership marks a monumental leap forward for exam preparation in India. By integrating Explico’s technology into their network of schools, BlackSpine empowers educators with innovative tools to tailor learning experiences for each student. This collaborative effort will: Enhance Teacher Effectiveness : Explico’s platform allows educators to track student progress and identify areas where additional support is needed, enabling individualized teaching approaches. Empower Students for Success: Personalized learning plans and real-time feedback promote student ownership of their learning journey, boosting confidence and academic achievement. Bridge the Knowledge Gap: Explico’s comprehensive resources ensure all students have equal access to high-quality PSLE preparation materials, regardless of location or socioeconomic background. Quotes of Confidence: Quote from Mr. Ashutosh Shukla CEO of Explico “We are incredibly excited to embark on this transformative journey with BLACKSPINE PUBLISHING PRIVATE LIMITED. By bringing Explico’s proven technology to Indian schools, we can empower both educators and students, creating a more equitable and successful PSLE preparation landscape across the country.” Quote from Mr. Sudesh Verma, CMD and Director of BLACKSPINE PUBLISHING PRIVATE LIMITED “At BLACKSPINE, we are committed to providing our affiliated schools with the most advanced educational tools available. Explico’s technology perfectly aligns with this vision. We believe this partnership will revolutionize PSLE preparation in India, giving every student the opportunity to reach their full potential.” Beyond the Numbers: A Brighter Future for Indian Students This collaboration signifies more than just the integration of technology. It represents a shared commitment to a brighter future for Indian students. By fostering a personalized and engaging learning environment, Explico and BlackSpine pave the way for a generation of well-equipped students ready to excel in their academic endeavors and beyond. Looking Ahead: A Collaborative Journey The Explico and BlackSpine partnership is poised to impact the lives of countless students across India. We are dedicated to ensuring a smooth and successful rollout of Explico’s technology within BlackSpine’s network. Stay tuned for further updates on this exciting venture as we revolutionize PSLE preparation and empower Indian students to achieve their academic dreams. Contact Explico Education Media Relations as follows: Website : https://www.explico.sg Name : Ashutosh Shukla Designation : Founder and CEO Phone : +65 9382 2595 Mail : [email protected] Address : 288 Jln Besar, Level 2, Singapore 208951
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Village Bank stock hits 52-week high at $78.45 amid robust growthAdam Schiff, the outgoing Southern California congress member who gained national attention during Donald Trump’s first presidential term, took the oath of office Monday, Dec. 9, to begin his term as a senator. Schiff defeated Republican and former Los Angeles Dodger Steve Garvey in both the election to serve the remainder of the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein’s term and a full six-year term in the Senate. Schiff will be sworn in on Jan. 3 to begin his full term. “I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to serve all Californians as their next United States Senator. My family came to the Golden State when I was a child in the hope of finding a strong economy, safe neighborhoods, and good schools,” Schiff said in a statement. “And we found all that we could hope for in each of these respects.” Schiff won both races by about 18 percentage points, according to the California’s secretary of state’s office. Vice President Kamala Harris administered the oaths to Schiff and fellow incoming Sen. Andy Kim, of New Jersey and returning Sen. Pete Ricketts, of Nebraska on the Senate floor. Kim replaced former New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez who resigned following convictions on federal bribery charges. Ricketts won the race for the unexpired term of former Sen. Ben Sasse who resigned in 2023. “Congratulations, senators,” Harris said following the oath. WASHINGTON, DC – DECEMBER 09: Sen. Adam Schiff (D-CA) (L) is congratulated by Vice President Kamala Harris as his wife Eve Schiff looks on following his ceremonial swearing-in in the Old Senate Chamber of the U.S. Capitol on December 09, 2024 in Washington, DC. Schiff was officially sworn in earlier by Harris in the Senate Chamber. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) WASHINGTON, DC – DECEMBER 09: (L-R) Sen. Adam Schiff (D-CA), his wife Eve Schiff and Vice President Kamala Harris pose for photographs following his ceremonial swearing-in in the Old Senate Chamber of the U.S. Capitol on December 09, 2024 in Washington, DC. Schiff was officially sworn in earlier by Harris in the Senate Chamber. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) WASHINGTON, DC – DECEMBER 09: Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D-NY) (C) poses for photographs with the newly-sworn-in Sen. Adam Schiff (D-CA) (L) and Sen. Andy Kim (D-NJ) at the U.S. Capitol on December 09, 2024 in Washington, DC. Schiff and Kim were sworn in by Vice President Kamala Harris in the Senate Chamber on Monday. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) WASHINGTON, DC – DECEMBER 09: Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D-NY) (C) poses for photographs with the newly-sworn-in Sen. Adam Schiff (D-CA) (L) and Sen. Andy Kim (D-NJ) at the U.S. Capitol on December 09, 2024 in Washington, DC. Schiff and Kim were sworn in by Vice President Kamala Harris in the Senate Chamber on Monday. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) WASHINGTON, DC – DECEMBER 09: Sen. Adam Schiff (D-CA) (L) is congratulated by Vice President Kamala Harris as his wife Eve Schiff looks on following his ceremonial swearing-in in the Old Senate Chamber of the U.S. Capitol on December 09, 2024 in Washington, DC. Schiff was officially sworn in earlier by Harris in the Senate Chamber. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) Schiff held a Maimonides Mishneh Torah while taking the oath of office. According to his office, it is “a monumental legal code and one of the most organized, comprehensive, and influential works of Jewish law.” The edition used by Schiff Monday was printed in Italy in 1490. A separate ceremonial swearing in, also administered by Harris, was followed by photos with Schiff’s family. “Thank you in advance for all the work you’re going to do there, but all the work you’ve done,” Harris said. Schiff responded to the vice president, saying he has “some big senatorial shoes to fill.” Feinstein died in September 2023 and Gov. Gavin Newsom appointed Laphonza Butler to fill the seat. Butler decided not to run in 2024. On Sunday, Dec. 8, Newsom announced the resignation of Butler and the appointment of Schiff to complete the remainder of the term. “I recognize that I stand on the shoulders of giants. Former Senator Dianne Feinstein leaves behind an extraordinary legacy of courage and effectiveness,” Schiff said in a statement. “Nobody can ever fill her immense shoes but I will continue to be inspired by her example.” Sen. Alex Padilla and Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi escorted Schiff into the Senate chambers. Padilla joined Schiff on the Senate floor as Schiff took the oath of office. “I will be a tireless advocate for Californians in every part of the state and work across the aisle to deliver on day one,” he said. “California is the creative hub of the world, with a tremendous resource in its brilliant, creative, and hardworking people, and a natural beauty that is the envy of the world. I will work with Democrats, Republicans, and Independents to help our state and our families succeed. At the same time, I will not shrink from my duty to defend our democracy and will vigorously protect the rights and freedoms of the American people and the people of California.” Schiff gained national attention in 2019 during Trump’s first of two impeachment trials. Since then, he has repeatedly drawn the ire of Trump and his allies. Schiff reached the November ballot following a March primary which included Garvey and fellow Democrats Katie Porter and Barbara Lee. In a statement following his swearing in, Schiff said Californians face challenges from the high cost of living, incomes that have not kept pace, a housing crisis and rising costs of health care and childcare. Schiff, an attorney and a former state senator, has represented an L.A.-area district since 2001. In January, Schiff will enter a U.S. Senate now in GOP control. “The work ahead of us will not be easy – nothing worth doing ever is,” Schiff said. “But my promise is to work every day to deliver results, and make California’s future brighter for all of us in this Golden State.” Related Articles
Chance of direct attack by Russia ‘remote’, says UK armed forces chiefResults Summary 1 SUNNYVALE, Calif. , Dec. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS ) today reported results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2024. Revenue for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $1.636 billion , compared to $1.467 billion for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023. Revenue for fiscal year 2024 was $6.127 billion , an increase of approximately 15% from $5.318 billion in fiscal year 2023. "The fourth quarter was a strong finish to a transformational year for Synopsys. We achieved record financial results while doubling down on our strategy with the sale of our Software Integrity business and the pending acquisition of Ansys," said Sassine Ghazi , president and CEO of Synopsys. "Looking ahead, the AI-driven reinvention of compute is accelerating the pace, scale and complexity of technology R&D, which expands our opportunity to solve engineering challenges from silicon to systems." "Continued strong execution drove excellent Q4 results, which exceeded the midpoint of our guidance targets and capped a year of 15% revenue growth for the company," said Shelagh Glaser , CFO of Synopsys. "The combination of our execution focus, operating discipline, and the critical nature of our industry-leading technology positions us well for the future. In 2025, we expect to deliver double-digit revenue growth grounded in pragmatism given continued macro uncertainties and the impact of our fiscal year calendar change." Synopsys' previously announced acquisition of Ansys is expected to close in the first half of 2025, subject to the receipt of required regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions. This week marked the expiration of the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Act waiting period, and Synopsys is working cooperatively with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) staff to conclude the investigation and the staff's review of Synopsys' proposed remedies. _______________________________________________ 1 On September 30, 2024, Synopsys completed the sale of its Software Integrity business. Synopsys' Software Integrity business has been presented as a discontinued operation in the consolidated financial statements for all periods presented herein and all financial results and targets are presented herein on a continuing operations basis unless otherwise noted. Continuing Operations On September 30, 2024 , Synopsys completed the sale of its Software Integrity business. Unless otherwise noted, Synopsys' Software Integrity business has been presented as a discontinued operation in the Synopsys' consolidated financial statements for all periods presented herein and all financial results and targets are presented herein on a continuing operations basis. GAAP Results On a U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) basis, net income for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $279.3 million , or $1.79 per diluted share, compared to $346.1 million , or $2.23 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023. GAAP net income for fiscal year 2024 was $1.442 billion , or $9.25 per diluted share, compared to $1.227 billion , or $7.91 per diluted share, for fiscal year 2023. Non-GAAP Results On a non-GAAP basis, net income for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $529.9 million , or $3.40 per diluted share, compared to non-GAAP net income of $464.1 million , or $3.00 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023. Non-GAAP net income for fiscal year 2024 was $2.058 billion , or $13.20 per diluted share, compared to non-GAAP net income of $1.636 billion , or $10.54 per diluted share, for fiscal year 2023. For a reconciliation of net income, earnings per diluted share and other measures on a GAAP and non-GAAP basis, see "GAAP to Non-GAAP Reconciliation" in the accompanying tables below. Business Segments Synopsys reports revenue and operating income in two segments: (1) Design Automation, which includes our advanced silicon design, verification products and services, system integration products and services, digital, custom and field programmable gate array IC design software, verification software and hardware products, manufacturing software products and other and (2) Design IP, which includes our interface, foundation, security, and embedded processor IP, IP subsystems, and IP implementation services. Financial Targets Synopsys also provided its consolidated financial targets for the first quarter and full fiscal year 2025. These targets reflect a change in Synopsys' fiscal year from a 52/53-week period ending on the Saturday nearest to October 31 of each year to October 31 of each year. As a result of this change, there will be ten fewer days in the first half of fiscal year 2025 and two extra days in the second half of fiscal year 2025, which results in eight fewer days in the aggregate in Synopsys' fiscal year 2025 as compared to its fiscal year 2024. These targets also assume no further changes to export control restrictions or the current U.S. government "Entity List" restrictions. These targets constitute forward-looking statements and are based on current expectations. For a discussion of factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from these targets, see "Forward-Looking Statements" below. First Quarter and Full Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Targets (1) (in millions except per share amounts) Range for Three Months Ending Range for Fiscal Year Ending January 31, 2025 October 31, 2025 Low High Low High Revenue $ 1,435 $ 1,465 $ 6,745 $ 6,805 GAAP Expenses $ 1,142 $ 1,162 $ 4,926 $ 4,983 Non-GAAP Expenses $ 945 $ 955 $ 4,045 $ 4,085 Non-GAAP Interest and Other Income (Expense), net $ 20 $ 22 $ 94 $ 98 Non-GAAP Tax Rate 16 % 16 % 16 % 16 % Outstanding Shares (fully diluted) 156 158 157 159 GAAP EPS $ 1.81 $ 1.95 $ 10.42 $ 10.63 Non-GAAP EPS $ 2.77 $ 2.82 $ 14.88 $ 14.96 Operating Cash Flow ~ $1,800 Free Cash Flow (2) ~ $1,600 Capital Expenditures ~ $170 (1) Synopsys' first quarter of fiscal year 2025 will end on January 31, 2025 and its fiscal year 2025 will end on October 31, 2025. (2) Free cash flow is calculated as cash provided from operating activities less capital expenditures. For a reconciliation of Synopsys' first quarter and fiscal year 2025 targets, including expenses, earnings per diluted share and other measures on a GAAP and non-GAAP basis and a discussion of the financial targets that we are not able to reconcile without unreasonable efforts, see "GAAP to Non-GAAP Reconciliation" in the accompanying tables below. Earnings Call Open to Investors Synopsys will hold a conference call for financial analysts and investors today at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. A live webcast of the call will be available on Synopsys' corporate website at investor.synopsys.com . Synopsys uses its website as a tool to disclose important information about Synopsys and comply with its disclosure obligations under Regulation Fair Disclosure. A webcast replay will also be available on the corporate website from approximately 5:30 p.m. Pacific Time today through the time Synopsys announces its results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2025 in February 2025. Effectiveness of Information The targets included in this press release, the statements made during the earnings conference call, the information contained in the financial supplement and the corporate overview presentation, each of which are available on Synopsys' corporate website at www.synopsys.com (collectively, the " Earnings Materials "), represent Synopsys' expectations and beliefs as of December 4, 2024 . Although these Earnings Materials will remain available on Synopsys' website through the date of the earnings call for the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, their continued availability through such date does not mean that Synopsys is reaffirming or confirming their continued validity. Synopsys undertakes no duty and does not intend to update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information or future events, or otherwise update, the targets given in this press release unless required by law. Availability of Final Financial Statements Synopsys will include final financial statements for the fiscal year 2024 in its annual report on Form 10-K to be filed on or before January 2, 2025 . About Synopsys Catalyzing the era of pervasive intelligence, Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS) delivers trusted and comprehensive silicon to systems design solutions, from electronic design automation to silicon IP and system verification and validation. We partner closely with semiconductor and systems customers across a wide range of industries to maximize their R&D capability and productivity, powering innovation today that ignites the ingenuity of tomorrow. Learn more at www.synopsys.com . Reconciliation of Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2024 Results The following tables reconcile the specific items excluded from GAAP in the calculation of non-GAAP net income, earnings per diluted share, and tax rate for the periods indicated below. GAAP to Non-GAAP Reconciliation of Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2024 Results (1) (unaudited and in thousands, except per share amounts) Three Months Ended Twelve Months Ended October 31, October 31, 2024 2023 2024 2023 GAAP net income from continuing operations attributed to Synopsys $ 279,281 $ 346,051 $ 1,441,710 $ 1,227,045 Adjustments: Amortization of acquired intangible assets 54,258 14,886 104,220 50,477 Stock-based compensation 165,116 128,286 656,632 511,730 Acquisition/divestiture related items 62,428 4,016 172,638 13,831 Restructuring charges — (1,348) — 53,091 Gain on sale of strategic investments — — (55,077) — Tax settlement — — — (23,752) Tax adjustments (31,158) (27,753) (262,322) (196,471) Non-GAAP net income from continuing operations attributed to Synopsys $ 529,925 $ 464,138 $ 2,057,801 $ 1,635,951 Three Months Ended Twelve Months Ended October 31, October 31, 2024 2023 2024 2023 GAAP net income from continuing operations per diluted share attributed to Synopsys $ 1.79 $ 2.23 $ 9.25 $ 7.91 Adjustments: Amortization of acquired intangible assets 0.35 0.10 0.67 0.33 Stock-based compensation 1.06 0.83 4.21 3.30 Acquisition/divestiture related items 0.40 0.03 1.11 0.09 Restructuring charges — (0.01) — 0.34 Gain on sale of strategic investments — — (0.35) — Tax settlement — — — (0.15) Tax adjustments (0.20) (0.18) (1.69) (1.28) Non-GAAP net income from continuing operations per diluted share attributed to Synopsys $ 3.40 $ 3.00 $ 13.20 $ 10.54 Shares used in computing net income per diluted share amounts: 155,991 154,845 155,944 155,195 (1) Synopsys' fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024 and 2023 ended on November 2, 2024 and October 28, 2023, respectively. For presentation purposes, we refer to the closest calendar month end. Fiscal year 2024 was a 53-week year, which included an extra week in the first quarter. GAAP to Non-GAAP Tax Rate Reconciliation (1)(2) (unaudited) Twelve Months Ended October 31, 2024 GAAP effective tax rate 6.6 % Stock-based compensation 2.9 % Income tax adjustments (3) 5.5 % Non-GAAP effective tax rate 15.0 % (1) Synopsys' fiscal year 2024 ended on November 2, 2024. For presentation purposes, we refer to the closest calendar month end. Fiscal year 2024 was a 53-week year, which included an extra week in the first quarter. (2) Presented on a continuing operations basis. (3) The adjustments are primarily related to the differences in the tax rate effect of certain deductions, such as the deduction for foreign-derived intangible income and credits. GAAP to Non-GAAP Reconciliation of 2025 Targets The following tables reconcile the specific items excluded from GAAP in the calculation of non-GAAP targets for the periods indicated below. GAAP to Non-GAAP Reconciliation of First Quarter Fiscal Year 2025 Targets (in thousands, except per share amounts) Range for Three Months Ending January 31, 2025 Low High Target GAAP expenses $ 1,142,000 $ 1,162,000 Adjustments: Amortization of acquired intangible assets (12,000) (15,000) Stock-based compensation (185,000) (192,000) Target non-GAAP expenses $ 945,000 $ 955,000 Range for Three Months Ending January 31, 2025 Low High Target GAAP earnings per diluted share attributed to Synopsys $ 1.81 $ 1.95 Adjustments: Amortization of acquired intangible assets 0.10 0.08 Stock-based compensation 1.22 1.18 Acquisition/divestiture related items (1) 0.08 0.06 Tax adjustments (0.44) (0.45) Target non-GAAP earnings per diluted share attributed to Synopsys $ 2.77 $ 2.82 Shares used in non-GAAP calculation (midpoint of target range) 157,000 157,000 GAAP to Non-GAAP Reconciliation of Full Fiscal Year 2025 Targets (in thousands, except per share amounts) Range for Fiscal Year Ending October 31, 2025 Low High Target GAAP expenses $ 4,926,000 $ 4,983,000 Adjustments: Amortization of acquired intangible assets (46,000) (51,000) Stock-based compensation (835,000) (847,000) Target non-GAAP expenses $ 4,045,000 $ 4,085,000 Range for Fiscal Year Ending October 31, 2025 Low High Target GAAP earnings per diluted share attributed to Synopsys $ 10.42 $ 10.63 Adjustments: Amortization of acquired intangible assets 0.32 0.29 Stock-based compensation 5.36 5.28 Acquisition/divestiture related items (1) 0.29 0.26 Tax adjustments (1.51) (1.50) Target non-GAAP earnings per diluted share attributed to Synopsys $ 14.88 $ 14.96 Shares used in non-GAAP calculation (midpoint of target range) 158,000 158,000 (1) Adjustments reflect certain contractually obligated financing fees and related amortization exDeal on Elgin Marbles ‘still some distance’ away, says George Osborne
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks tiptoed to more records amid a mixed Tuesday of trading, tacking a touch more onto what’s already been a stellar year so far. The S&P 500 edged up by 2 points, or less than 0.1%, to set an all-time high for the 55th time this year. It’s climbed in 10 of the last 11 days and is on track for one of its best years since the turn of the millennium. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 76 points, or 0.2%, while the Nasdaq composite added 0.4% to its own record set a day earlier. AT&T rose 4.6% after it boosted its profit forecast for the year. It also announced a $10 billion plan to send cash to its investors by buying back its own stock, while saying it expects to authorize another $10 billion of repurchases in 2027. On the losing end of Wall Street was U.S. Steel, which fell 8%. President-elect Donald Trump reiterated on social media that he would not let Japan’s Nippon Steel take over the iconic Pennsylvania steelmaker. Nippon Steel announced plans last December to buy the Pittsburgh-based steel producer for $14.1 billion in cash, raising concerns about what the transaction could mean for unionized workers, supply chains and U.S. national security. Earlier this year, President Joe Biden also came out against the acquisition. Tesla sank 1.6% after a judge in Delaware reaffirmed a previous ruling that the electric car maker must revoke Elon Musk’s multibillion-dollar pay package. The judge denied a request by attorneys for Musk and Tesla’s corporate directors to vacate her ruling earlier this year requiring the company to rescind the unprecedented pay package. All told, the S&P 500 rose 2.73 points to 6,049.88. The Dow fell 76.47 to 44,705.53, and the Nasdaq composite gained 76.96 to 19,480.91. In the bond market, Treasury yields held relatively steady after a report showed U.S. employers were advertising slightly more job openings at the end of October than a month earlier. Continued strength there would raise optimism that the economy could remain out of a recession that many investors had earlier worried was inevitable. The yield on the 10-year Treasury rose to 4.23% from 4.20% from late Monday. Yields have seesawed since Election Day amid worries that Trump’s preferences for lower tax rates and bigger tariffs could spur higher inflation along with economic growth. But traders are still confident the Federal Reserve will cut its main interest rate again at its next meeting in two weeks. They’re betting on a nearly three-in-four chance of that, according to data from CME Group. Lower rates can give the economy more juice, but they can also give inflation more fuel. The key report this week that could guide the Fed’s next move will arrive on Friday. It’s the monthly jobs report , which will show how many workers U.S. employers hired and fired during November. It could be difficult to parse given how much storms and strikes distorted figures in October. Based on trading in the options market, Friday’s jobs report appears to be the biggest potential market mover until the Fed announces its next decision on interest rates Dec. 18, according to strategists at Barclays Capital. In financial markets abroad, the value of South Korea’s currency fell 1.1% against the U.S. dollar following a frenetic night where President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law and then later said he’d lift it after lawmakers voted to reject military rule. Stocks of Korean companies that trade in the United States also fell, including a 1.6% drop for SK Telecom. Japan’s Nikkei 225 jumped 1.9% to help lead global markets. Some analysts think Japanese stocks could end up benefiting from Trump’s threats to raise tariffs , including for goods coming from China . Trade relations between the U.S. and China took another step backward after China said it is banning exports to the U.S. of gallium, germanium, antimony and other key high-tech materials with potential military applications. The counterpunch came swiftly after the U.S. Commerce Department expanded the list of Chinese technology companies subject to export controls to include many that make equipment used to make computer chips, chipmaking tools and software. The 140 companies newly included in the so-called “entity list” are nearly all based in China. In China, stock indexes rose 1% in Hong Kong and 0.4% in Shanghai amid unconfirmed reports that Chinese leaders would meet next week to discuss planning for the coming year. Investors are hoping it may bring fresh stimulus to help spur growth in the world’s second-largest economy. In France, the CAC 40 rose 0.3% amid continued worries about politics in Paris , where the government is battling over the budget. AP Business Writers Yuri Kageyama and Matt Ott contributed.
Matt Gaetz, Dr. Oz, RFK: Idaho Republicans in Congress react to Donald Trump’s picksDAISO NEW STORE OPENING IN VISTA, CALIFORNIAIn decidedly unMay-like conditions Celtic posted a result that felt as if we had arrived at the business end of the season already. Their fans certainly believe so. “We shall not be moved!” they sang at the end though that might have been a reference to the frostbite that had surely long set in. The weather was getting worse when Reo Hatate distinguished himself with some skill that was not in keeping with the rest of the game's output to secure all three points for Celtic. Visitors' defender Cameron Carter-Vickers deserves credit too for a late block to deny substitute Ester Sokler. Leighton Clarkson will also wonder ‘what if?’ after he screwed the ball wide following a late break. A point-a-piece might have been fair on a night when medals should have been awarded to all participants who braved the elements, including – indeed, chiefly – the supporters. The visitors left the happier, as they celebrated their side taking a seven-point lead in the championship race. Brendan Rodgers’ team also have a game in hand. As for the neutral, we felt somewhat cheated. What a shame this top of the league clash wasn’t being played in May, or at any time when there was not incessant, driving rain and what felt like a force ten gale blowing in off the North Sea. No sensible review of the game can neglect to factor in the conditions and lament the impact they had on the entertainment value. The fact both these teams toiled in front of goal having scored in every league match to date said it all. Aberdeen goalkeeper Ross Doohan was a large part of the reason why Celtic were kept at bay for so long. The ‘keeper, who started his career at Celtic, answered any pre-match doubts with a superb performance despite picking up a concerning looking knock early on following a clash with Kyogo Furuhashi. He touched a shot from Hatate past the post with 20 minutes left and then exceeded that with a thrilling dive to keep a header from Adam Idah out. Despite the weather, the decibel-level was ratcheted right up for this meeting of first v second. Fireworks – officially ratified ones, from the pitch rather than fired indiscriminately from stands – exploded into the air and made a mockery of attempts to play this down as just another game, just another three points. Something was always going to give – Celtic have a perfect record away from home domestically while Aberdeen have won very every match at Pittodrie under Jimmy Thelin. And give it did. Celtic look unstoppable. Taking maximum points from such a tricky fixture in such exacting circumstances looks very ominous indeed for their rivals, if Aberdeen - and Rangers - can still be termed as such. While the game had been eagerly anticipated, there’s little players, whether in-form or otherwise, can do when faced with such wild conditions. It was an effort to keep the ball in play sometimes. Kyogo caught Doohan early on, after a through ball that had been carried on the wind. Suddenly all eyes were on the Aberdeen bench, where Tom Ritchie, recently of Bonnyrigg Rose was sitting. He has been recalled from his loan spell following Dimitar Mitov’s injury and was now sitting strapping on his gloves. Happily for Doohan, who is seeking to make the most of Mitov’s absence, he was able to continue. Kyogo, to be fair, stayed with him throughout as he was being treated and looked genuinely concerned. The stoppage so soon after kick-off did not do the players’ muscles much good but they soon picked up the pace again, with the hosts threatening first. Duk looked to be in the mood and latched on to a long ball over Alex Valle from Sivert Heltne Nilsen before testing Kasper Schmeichel, who saved with his legs. Kevin Nisbet’s effort from the rebound was well wide. It was a scrappy opening 45 minutes, though this was hardly unexpected. With Celtic forcing Aberdeen back the longer the half wore on. A series of corners just before the interval saw a header from Alistair Johnston cleared off the line by Jamie McGrath. On another occasion, Paulo Bernardo’s delivery from the corner flag flew straight in but the goal was quickly ruled out for a push on Doohan. The Portuguese midfielder looked the player most likely to make the breakthrough. Aberdeen had to watch him carefully but that left space for Nicolas Kuhn, who saw a shot curl just over ten minutes into the second half. Celtic upped the ante and got their reward when substitute Greg Taylor picked out a run from Hatate, who was being played onside by Nicky Devlin. The midfielder brought the ball down with his chest before steering into the far corner. Such poise seemed fitting for a title-winning goal, which is what many are now interpreting it as.
But alongside his stark warning of the threats facing Britain and its allies, Admiral Sir Tony Radakin said there would be only a “remote chance” Russia would directly attack or invade the UK if the two countries were at war. The Chief of the Defence Staff laid out the landscape of British defence in a wide-ranging speech, after a minister warned the Army would be wiped out in as little as six months if forced to fight a war on the scale of the Ukraine conflict. The admiral cast doubt on the possibility as he gave a speech at the Royal United Services Institute (Rusi) defence think tank in London. He told the audience Britain needed to be “clear-eyed in our assessment” of the threats it faces, adding: “That includes recognising that there is only a remote chance of a significant direct attack or invasion by Russia on the United Kingdom, and that’s the same for the whole of Nato.” Moscow “knows the response will be overwhelming”, he added, but warned the nuclear deterrent needed to be “kept strong and strengthened”. Sir Tony added: “We are at the dawn of a third nuclear age, which is altogether more complex. It is defined by multiple and concurrent dilemmas, proliferating nuclear and disruptive technologies and the almost total absence of the security architectures that went before.” He listed the “wild threats of tactical nuclear use” by Russia, China building up its weapon stocks, Iran’s failure to co-operate with a nuclear deal, and North Korea’s “erratic behaviour” among the threats faced by the West. But Sir Tony said the UK’s nuclear arsenal is “the one part of our inventory of which Russia is most aware and has more impact on (President Vladimir) Putin than anything else”. Successive British governments had invested “substantial sums of money” in renewing nuclear submarines and warheads because of this, he added. The admiral described the deployment of thousands of North Korean soldiers on Ukraine’s border alongside Russian forces as the year’s “most extraordinary development”. He also signalled further deployments were possible, speaking of “tens of thousands more to follow as part of a new security pact with Russia”. Defence minister Alistair Carns earlier said a rate of casualties similar to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine would lead to the army being “expended” within six to 12 months. He said it illustrated the need to “generate depth and mass rapidly in the event of a crisis”. In comments reported by Sky News, Mr Carns, a former Royal Marines colonel, said Russia was suffering losses of around 1,500 soldiers killed or injured a day. “In a war of scale – not a limited intervention, but one similar to Ukraine – our Army for example, on the current casualty rates, would be expended – as part of a broader multinational coalition – in six months to a year,” Mr Carns said in a speech at Rusi. He added: “That doesn’t mean we need a bigger Army, but it does mean you need to generate depth and mass rapidly in the event of a crisis.” Official figures show the Army had 109,245 personnel on October 1, including 25,814 volunteer reservists. Mr Carns, the minister for veterans and people, said the UK needed to “catch up with Nato allies” to place greater emphasis on the reserves. The Prime Minister’s official spokesman said Defence Secretary John Healey had previously spoken about “the state of the armed forces that were inherited from the previous government”. The spokesman said: “It’s why the Budget invested billions of pounds into defence, it’s why we’re undertaking a strategic defence review to ensure that we have the capabilities and the investment needed to defend this country.”
Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. ODFL today reported certain less-than-truckload ("LTL") operating metrics for November 2024. Revenue per day decreased 8.2% as compared to November 2023 due to an 8.0% decrease in LTL tons per day and a slight decrease in LTL revenue per hundredweight. The decrease in LTL tons per day was attributable to a 6.8% decrease in LTL shipments per day and a 1.2% decrease in LTL weight per shipment. For the quarter-to-date period, LTL revenue per hundredweight decreased 1.2% as compared to the same period last year and LTL revenue per hundredweight, excluding fuel surcharges, increased 3.7% as compared to the same period last year. Marty Freeman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Old Dominion, commented, "Our revenue results for November reflect the continued softness in the domestic economy as well as the impact of lower fuel surcharge revenue on our yields. While our LTL volumes declined on a year-over-year basis in November, the improvement in our revenue per hundredweight, excluding fuel surcharges, demonstrates our continued commitment to yield management. We have achieved consistent, cost-based increases in our yield metrics, excluding fuel surcharges, by remaining committed to providing our customers with superior service at a fair price. As we continue to deliver on these core elements of our long-term strategic plan, we remain confident in our ability to win market share and increase shareholder value over the long term." Forward-looking statements in this news release are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. We caution the reader that such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events and results to be materially different from those expressed or implied herein, including, but not limited to, the following: (1) the challenges associated with executing our growth strategy, and developing, marketing and consistently delivering high-quality services that meet customer expectations; (2) changes in our relationships with significant customers; (3) our exposure to claims related to cargo loss and damage, property damage, personal injury, workers' compensation and healthcare, increased self-insured retention or deductible levels or premiums for excess coverage, and claims in excess of insured coverage levels; (4) reductions in the available supply or increases in the cost of equipment and parts; (5) various economic factors such as inflationary pressures or downturns in the domestic economy, and our inability to sufficiently increase our customer rates to offset the increase in our costs; (6) higher costs for or limited availability of suitable real estate; (7) the availability and cost of third-party transportation used to supplement our workforce and equipment needs; (8) fluctuations in the availability and price of diesel fuel and our ability to collect fuel surcharges, as well as the effectiveness of those fuel surcharges in mitigating the impact of fluctuating prices for diesel fuel and other petroleum-based products; (9) seasonal trends in the less-than-truckload ("LTL") industry, harsh weather conditions and disasters; (10) the availability and cost of capital for our significant ongoing cash requirements; (11) decreases in demand for, and the value of, used equipment; (12) our ability to successfully consummate and integrate acquisitions; (13) various risks arising from our international business relationships; (14) the costs and potential adverse impact of compliance with anti-terrorism measures on our business; (15) the competitive environment with respect to our industry, including pricing pressures; (16) our customers' and suppliers' businesses may be impacted by various economic factors such as recessions, inflation, downturns in the economy, global uncertainty and instability, changes in international trade policies, changes in U.S. social, political, and regulatory conditions or a disruption of financial markets; (17) the negative impact of any unionization, or the passage of legislation or regulations that could facilitate unionization, of our employees; (18) increases in the cost of employee compensation and benefit packages used to address general labor market challenges and to attract or retain qualified employees, including drivers and maintenance technicians; (19) our ability to retain our key employees and continue to effectively execute our succession plan; (20) potential costs and liabilities associated with cyber incidents and other risks with respect to our information technology systems or those of our third-party service providers, including system failure, security breach, disruption by malware or ransomware or other damage; (21) the failure to adapt to new technologies implemented by our competitors in the LTL and transportation industry, which could negatively affect our ability to compete; (22) the failure to keep pace with developments in technology, any disruption to our technology infrastructure, or failures of essential services upon which our technology platforms rely, which could cause us to incur costs or result in a loss of business; (23) disruption in the operational and technical services (including software as a service) provided to us by third parties, which could result in operational delays and/or increased costs; (24) the Compliance, Safety, Accountability initiative of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ("FMCSA"), which could adversely impact our ability to hire qualified drivers, meet our growth projections and maintain our customer relationships; (25) the costs and potential adverse impact of compliance with, or violations of, current and future rules issued by the Department of Transportation, the FMCSA and other regulatory agencies; (26) the costs and potential liabilities related to compliance with, or violations of, existing or future governmental laws and regulations, including environmental laws; (27) the effects of legal, regulatory or market responses to climate change concerns; (28) emissions-control and fuel efficiency regulations that could substantially increase operating expenses; (29) expectations relating to environmental, social and governance considerations and related reporting obligations; (30) the increase in costs associated with healthcare and other mandated benefits; (31) the costs and potential liabilities related to legal proceedings and claims, governmental inquiries, notices and investigations; (32) the impact of changes in tax laws, rates, guidance and interpretations; (33) the concentration of our stock ownership with the Congdon family; (34) the ability or the failure to declare future cash dividends; (35) fluctuations in the amount and frequency of our stock repurchases; (36) volatility in the market value of our common stock; (37) the impact of certain provisions in our articles of incorporation, bylaws, and Virginia law that could discourage, delay or prevent a change in control of us or a change in our management; and (38) other risks and uncertainties described in our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and other filings with the SEC. Our forward-looking statements are based upon our beliefs and assumptions using information available at the time the statements are made. We caution the reader not to place undue reliance on our forward-looking statements as (i) these statements are neither a prediction nor a guarantee of future events or circumstances and (ii) the assumptions, beliefs, expectations and projections about future events may differ materially from actual results. We undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement to reflect developments occurring after the statement is made, except as otherwise required by law. Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is one of the largest North American LTL motor carriers and provides regional, inter-regional and national LTL services through a single integrated, union-free organization. Our service offerings, which include expedited transportation, are provided through an expansive network of service centers located throughout the continental United States. The Company also maintains strategic alliances with other carriers to provide LTL services throughout North America. In addition to its core LTL services, the Company offers a range of value-added services including container drayage, truckload brokerage and supply chain consulting. View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241203903746/en/ © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.Find a qualified attorney Start by asking other financial professionals who you work with — whether a financial adviser or an accountant — for recommendations. If you have a specific situation that is likely to affect your estate plan — for example, if you’re a small-business owner or if you have a child with special needs — be sure to ask for referrals to attorneys who are well-versed in those areas. Before you select an attorney, it’s perfectly reasonable to conduct a basic informational interview. As you speak with a prospective estate-planning attorney, also weigh the intangibles. Do you like this person and would you be comfortable supplying him or her with personal information about your finances and family situation? Take stock of your assets Spend time enumerating your assets and their value: your investment accounts as well as life insurance, personal assets such as your home and your share of any businesses that you own. You should also gather current information about any outstanding debts. Your estate-planning attorney is likely to provide you with a worksheet to document your assets and liabilities, but it’s helpful to collect this information in advance. Identify key individuals You’ll need people to fill the following key roles. Note that the same individual can fill more than one role. Executor: A person who gathers all of your assets and makes sure that they are distributed as spelled out in your will. Many people call upon family members to serve as executors, but it’s also possible — and in some cases desirable—to hire a professional. Durable (or financial) power of attorney: This is a document that grants an individual the legal authority to make financial decisions on your behalf if you should become unable to manage your own financial affairs. Power of attorney for health care: This is a document that specifies whom you entrust with making health-care decisions on your behalf if you are unable to make them on your own. Guardian: A person who would look after your children if you and your spouse were to die when your children are minors. Know the key documents you need At a minimum, you should ask your attorney to draft the following: Last will and testament: A legal document that tells everyone — including your heirs — how you would like your assets distributed after you’re gone. Living will: A document that tells your loved ones and your health care providers how you would like to be cared for if you become terminally ill. Manage your documents Once your estate-planning documents are drafted, destroy any older versions of them. Keep the documents in a safe place, either in a home safe, in the top drawer of a secure file cabinet in your home or in a safe-deposit box. Notify your executor of the whereabouts of your estate-planning documents, and provide copies of the relevant documents to your executor, agents for powers of attorney and the guardian for your children. Don’t neglect the softer side This may include considersations like: If you end up needing long-term care, would you rather receive that care at home, provided you could afford it? If in the unlikely scenario your guardians have to care for your minor children, what are the key values you’d like them to impart to your kids? Keep your plan current Plan to notify your estate-planning attorney, and possibly revise your documents, if you experience any of the following: Change in marital or family status (for example, marriage, divorce, birth or adoption of child). Major change in assets — either sale or purchase. Major change in financial status. Death or ill health of one of your beneficiaries. Death or ill health of executor, power of attorneys or guardian. Estate planning is one of those tasks that makes almost any other job look appealing, no matter how lowly. The good news is that you’ve probably already done a little bit of estate planning — you just may not be aware of it. It’s helpful to think of estate planning as a process rather than something that’s one-and-done and begins and ends in an attorney’s office. Here are the key steps to take: Find a qualified attorney Start by asking other financial professionals who you work with — whether a financial adviser or an accountant — for recommendations. If you have a specific situation that is likely to affect your estate plan — for example, if you’re a small-business owner or if you have a child with special needs — be sure to ask for referrals to attorneys who are well-versed in those areas. Before you select an attorney, it’s perfectly reasonable to conduct a basic informational interview. As you speak with a prospective estate-planning attorney, also weigh the intangibles. Do you like this person and would you be comfortable supplying him or her with personal information about your finances and family situation? Take stock of your assets Spend time enumerating your assets and their value: your investment accounts as well as life insurance, personal assets such as your home and your share of any businesses that you own. You should also gather current information about any outstanding debts. Your estate-planning attorney is likely to provide you with a worksheet to document your assets and liabilities, but it’s helpful to collect this information in advance. Identify key individuals You’ll need people to fill the following key roles. Note that the same individual can fill more than one role. Executor: A person who gathers all of your assets and makes sure that they are distributed as spelled out in your will. Many people call upon family members to serve as executors, but it’s also possible — and in some cases desirable—to hire a professional. Durable (or financial) power of attorney: This is a document that grants an individual the legal authority to make financial decisions on your behalf if you should become unable to manage your own financial affairs. Power of attorney for health care: This is a document that specifies whom you entrust with making health-care decisions on your behalf if you are unable to make them on your own. Guardian: A person who would look after your children if you and your spouse were to die when your children are minors. Know the key documents you need At a minimum, you should ask your attorney to draft the following: Last will and testament: A legal document that tells everyone — including your heirs — how you would like your assets distributed after you’re gone. Living will: A document that tells your loved ones and your health care providers how you would like to be cared for if you become terminally ill. Manage your documents Once your estate-planning documents are drafted, destroy any older versions of them. Keep the documents in a safe place, either in a home safe, in the top drawer of a secure file cabinet in your home or in a safe-deposit box. Notify your executor of the whereabouts of your estate-planning documents, and provide copies of the relevant documents to your executor, agents for powers of attorney and the guardian for your children. Don’t neglect the softer side This may include considersations like: If you end up needing long-term care, would you rather receive that care at home, provided you could afford it? If in the unlikely scenario your guardians have to care for your minor children, what are the key values you’d like them to impart to your kids? Keep your plan current Plan to notify your estate-planning attorney, and possibly revise your documents, if you experience any of the following: Change in marital or family status (for example, marriage, divorce, birth or adoption of child). Major change in assets — either sale or purchase. Major change in financial status. Death or ill health of one of your beneficiaries. Death or ill health of executor, power of attorneys or guardian. Estate planning is one of those tasks that makes almost any other job look appealing, no matter how lowly. The good news is that you’ve probably already done a little bit of estate planning — you just may not be aware of it. It’s helpful to think of estate planning as a process rather than something that’s one-and-done and begins and ends in an attorney’s office. Here are the key steps to take: Find a qualified attorney Start by asking other financial professionals who you work with — whether a financial adviser or an accountant — for recommendations. If you have a specific situation that is likely to affect your estate plan — for example, if you’re a small-business owner or if you have a child with special needs — be sure to ask for referrals to attorneys who are well-versed in those areas. Before you select an attorney, it’s perfectly reasonable to conduct a basic informational interview. As you speak with a prospective estate-planning attorney, also weigh the intangibles. Do you like this person and would you be comfortable supplying him or her with personal information about your finances and family situation? Take stock of your assets Spend time enumerating your assets and their value: your investment accounts as well as life insurance, personal assets such as your home and your share of any businesses that you own. You should also gather current information about any outstanding debts. Your estate-planning attorney is likely to provide you with a worksheet to document your assets and liabilities, but it’s helpful to collect this information in advance. Identify key individuals You’ll need people to fill the following key roles. Note that the same individual can fill more than one role. Executor: A person who gathers all of your assets and makes sure that they are distributed as spelled out in your will. Many people call upon family members to serve as executors, but it’s also possible — and in some cases desirable—to hire a professional. Durable (or financial) power of attorney: This is a document that grants an individual the legal authority to make financial decisions on your behalf if you should become unable to manage your own financial affairs. Power of attorney for health care: This is a document that specifies whom you entrust with making health-care decisions on your behalf if you are unable to make them on your own. Guardian: A person who would look after your children if you and your spouse were to die when your children are minors. Know the key documents you need At a minimum, you should ask your attorney to draft the following: Last will and testament: A legal document that tells everyone — including your heirs — how you would like your assets distributed after you’re gone. Living will: A document that tells your loved ones and your health care providers how you would like to be cared for if you become terminally ill. Manage your documents Once your estate-planning documents are drafted, destroy any older versions of them. Keep the documents in a safe place, either in a home safe, in the top drawer of a secure file cabinet in your home or in a safe-deposit box. Notify your executor of the whereabouts of your estate-planning documents, and provide copies of the relevant documents to your executor, agents for powers of attorney and the guardian for your children. Don’t neglect the softer side This may include considersations like: If you end up needing long-term care, would you rather receive that care at home, provided you could afford it? If in the unlikely scenario your guardians have to care for your minor children, what are the key values you’d like them to impart to your kids? Keep your plan current Plan to notify your estate-planning attorney, and possibly revise your documents, if you experience any of the following: Change in marital or family status (for example, marriage, divorce, birth or adoption of child). Major change in assets — either sale or purchase. Major change in financial status. Death or ill health of one of your beneficiaries. Death or ill health of executor, power of attorneys or guardian.
It's been one month since the U.S. presidential election. And while Republicans and President-elect Donald Trump have been busy setting up a new White House administration, Democrats have spent the past four weeks trying to diagnose why they lost and how to move forward as a party. One person who thinks he has an answer to that is Ben Wikler, chairman of the Wisconsin Democratic Party. He's now running to become the new chairman of the national Democratic National Comittee because he says it's time to reassess what matters most to voters. RELATED STORY | DNC chair slams Bernie Sanders' criticism of Democratic Party "There's clearly a lot that we need to learn about what just happened, but one thing that jumps out is that a lot of voters who were taking it on the chin with high prices — frustrated by those prices — weren't hearing from either campaign and were voting for change," Wikler told Scripps News. "Well those voters, I think that we have a chance to reach out to them and say 'look, Democrats actually want to fight for an economy that works for working people and Trump wants to give multi-trillion tax cuts to billionaires at your expense. And that is a message we know can win because it's won downballot, it won in 2018, and it won in 2006 when George W. Bush tried to privatize social security." Meanwhile, the Supreme Court is currently hearing a potentially landmark case on gender affirming care for minors — which has been a big point for Democrats to campaign on. But a Scripps News/YouGov poll released early this year showed that more Americans support than oppose laws aimed at restricting transgender care for minors. RELATED STORY | Scripps News poll: Americans largely support restricting trans rights Wikler told Scripps News that if he were to be named chair of the DNC, it's a no-brainer that he'd support American's right to make their own private medical decisions without worrying about government intervention. "Republicans want to talk about trans issues and go on the attack against trans people because that is their way of trying to divide the public," he said. "People do disagree about this. Republicans want to focus on that disagreement and use attacks on trans people in order to distract folks from the big legislation that they are planning right now — which is a multi-trillion dollar tax cut for billionaires." "Democrats are always going to fight for people to have their basic personal freedom," Wikler continued. "And at the same time, we're going to fight against those who want to dismantle the federal government and the programs like social security and medicare and medicaid that people rely on for their their basic needs and health care." You can watch Scripps News' full interview with Ben Wikler in the video player above.Dick's Sporting Goods director Larry Fitzgerald Jr. buys $49,462 in stock
2 Magnificent TSX Dividend Stock(s) Down 7% to Buy and Hold Forever - The Motley Fool CanadaGun stock photo. Downloaded from Advance Getty Images account in November 2023. Natnan Srisuwan | Getty Images R. Eric Thomas Dear Eric: My nephew has three teens living at home; I gave him money to help with family summer activities. He used the money to buy guns for his kids, including an AR-style rifle, which breaks my heart. As best I can tell, the guns are only minimally secured. The parents are professionals, and they otherwise take good care of their kids, but they are heavily into the allure of a gun culture. I am very concerned because one of his kids has significant mental health issues and has been hospitalized. They have had dark fantasies and sometimes post pictures with their face painted to look like blood dripping. I am beside myself with worry that a bad stretch of mental health stress could lead to something devastating. I do not live in the same state. Is there someone I should alert? – Concerned Relative Dear Relative: If you have knowledge of a specific threat, you need to contact the local authorities and your nephew. It’s not clear from your letter if the dark fantasies fall into that category, so please exercise judgment and caution. If your concern is mostly related to the child’s mental health, you should make sure your nephew is aware of the posts. It’s not a crime to have mental health struggles; you’ll want to avoid treating it as such. Prioritize ensuring that the child is in a safe environment. I know it’s hard to reconcile the presence of the rifles in the home with your otherwise positive impression of your nephew’s parenting, but getting into a debate won’t serve anyone right now. It’s also not a crime to be a responsible gun owner. The keyword is responsible. Express your concerns and ask specific questions about the storage of the guns. Per the Giffords Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence, “even modest increases in the number of American homes safely storing guns could prevent almost a third of youth gun deaths due to suicide and unintentional firearm injury.” Many states have Child Access Protection laws, which establish guidelines for storing unattended guns, particularly in homes with minors. You can visit Giffords.org to find out if the state your nephew lives in has one and talk it through with him. Read more Asking Eric and other advice columns. Send questions to R. Eric Thomas at eric@askingeric.com or P.O. Box 22474, Philadelphia, PA 19110. Follow him on Instagram and sign up for his weekly newsletter at rericthomas.com . Stories by R. Eric Thomas Asking Eric: How to handle an uncomfortable secret from your partner’s family Asking Eric: How to tell a family member you’re traveling solo without hurting feelings Asking Eric: Turning your craft projects into thoughtful gifts or sales Asking Eric: Handling hurt feelings when your efforts go unacknowledged Asking Eric: Managing sibling relationships amid destination wedding pressure
Meridian Technology Center has updated its policy for its cardiac emergency response plan on campuses in Stillwater and Guthrie. Rena Hines, director of adult training and development at MTC, presented changes to MTC’s emergency response plan in relation to Senate Bill 1921 at a Board meeting Tuesday. In 2024, changes to Oklahoma Senate Bill 1921 prompted MTC to update specific policy that the technology center uses in sudden cardiac emergency situations and access to automated external defibrillators on its campuses. “I think it’s an affirmation that Meridian has updated its verbiage to identify Senate Bill 1921 requirements,” Hines told the News Press. “It was a simple thing for us to do.” The Chase Morris Sudden Cardiac Arrest Prevention Act, first passed into law in 2015, gives guidance for schools on how to handle and prevent situations of sudden cardiac arrest. Athletic coaches, trainers and school nurses are required to be trained in CPR and AED devices in case of emergencies. The bill states that each public school in Oklahoma be required to develop an emergency response plan and the plan should be “formulated by a school site administrator and presented to the school district board of education.” That was Hines’ purpose Tuesday – to present a formal cardiac emergency response plan to the MTC Board of Education members. The new plan will be a stand-alone policy going forward, based on legal counsel the team received. “(Legislators) wanted to make sure that it was very clear (that) the individuals in each of the schools needed to have the training (and) the certification, and the fact that AEDs have to be on site at each location,” Hines said. “They just ask that each school have a cardiac response plan, so that if something were to occur on site, that there’s a team that knows what to do.” She said it’s mostly about a clarification of the 2015 requirements and a way of making sure schools are in compliance. Not much would change for MTC, as the school already has an emergency plan in place, but Hines said this policy change would simply make the plan stand under its own “umbrella.” “It’s the fact that we are calling it (a cardiac emergency plan), rather than it’s just a part of our overall emergency plan,” Hines said. “ ... We just took what we normally do and condensed that in order to meet that requirement. It identifies it separately so that if anybody asks, (then) yes, we do have that.” Hines said the requirement for AEDs on campus is one per building site. She said since the Stillwater campus is large, her team brainstormed on how far anyone would need to go to obtain an AED in case of an emergency. “By doing that, then we identified seven locations on this campus that we felt were strategically located and placed them there,” Hines said. At MTC’s south campus in Guthrie, which is much smaller, there is one AED on site. The stand-alone policy states what MTC has already followed – that AEDs will be in easily accessed locations that are shared with staff and students, routine maintenance will be done, annual training on the devices will be implemented and MTC will follow the American Heart Association’s guidelines for training and certification of personnel. Hines said that it’s not just the 16-member emergency response team who is trained in AEDs and CPR. The AED, as a public device, is easy for anyone to use. “We make the training available to our staff (at MTC), not just our emergency response team – but any staff members that want to take that training, it’s provided to them,” she said. Hines has worked at MTC on the emergency response team for several years. More recently, she has chaired the team. Hines teaches health-related training and short courses, and helps with the development of curriculum for compliance training and courses. She said she works with other entities on emergency management, such as Director of Emergency Management Rob Hill at the City of Stillwater’s office. “As a team, everybody works together to make sure that we’re in compliance with what we need to be in compliance with,” she said. “ ... We’re also very logical in knowing that we can’t anticipate everything, (but) hopefully we have processes in place to help us respond in a way that can get the resources here ... as quickly as possible.” MTC Superintendent Doug Major thanked Hines during the Board meeting for her work on the policy update. “She coordinates almost monthly meetings of the team to get together to talk about procedures,” Major said. “Although we can’t fully anticipate what might happen, I feel pretty confident with staff on our campus that are trained to respond.” According to SB 1921, the policy can be reviewed by the Board and cardiac emergency response team members, and updated annually.
