LeBron James is going to have to make room for the NFL. Wednesday's doubleheader on Netflix set records as the most-streamed NFL games in U.S. history, with numbers nearly five times more than the NBA. The averaged 24.3 million while averaged 24.1 according to early viewer figures released by Nielsen on Thursday. Nielsen also said there were 65 million U.S. viewers who tuned in for at least one minute of one of the two games. The NBA's five-game slate averaged about 5.25 million viewers per game across ABC, ESPN and its platforms, according to the league and Nielsen. “I love the NFL,” James said in his televised postgame interview Wednesday night. “But Christmas is our day.” While the NBA's Christmas lineup has its best viewer numbers in five years, the NFL has made Christmas one of its tentpole events during the regular season, joining Kickoff Weekend and Thanksgiving. “The numbers speak for themselves and LeBron can have his own view, and I’m sure more people will look at that because of this," said Hans Schroeder, the executive vice president of NFL Media. "But, you know, we’re focused on the NFL and we’re thrilled with the results this year with the Christmas on Netflix and we’re excited to continue to build that over the next couple of years.” Both NFL games surpassed the previous mark of 23 million for last season’s AFC wild-card game between the Miami Dolphins and Chiefs on Peacock. Viewership for Ravens-Texans peaked with the Beyoncé Bowl. The 20-minute halftime performance averaged over 27 million viewers. The viewer figures include the audience on Netflix, mobile viewership on NFL+ and those who tuned in on CBS stations in Pittsburgh, Kansas City, Baltimore and Houston. Global ratings and final U.S. numbers are expected to be available on Tuesday. The NFL's Christmas numbers decreased from last season, but not at the rate that usually happens when something goes from broadcast to streaming. Last year’s three games averaged 28.68 million viewers. The early afternoon contest between the Las Vegas Raiders and Chiefs led the way, averaging 29.48 million on CBS. Once global and Netflix's first-party data is released, both Christmas games should surpass 30 million. The NBA's lineup saw an 84% rise over 2023. One reason for the increase is that all five games were on ABC, compared to two last year. The Los Angeles Lakers’ 115-113 victory over the Golden State Warriors — a game pitting Olympic teammates LeBron James and Stephen Curry — averaged 7.76 million viewers and peaked with about 8.32 million viewers toward the end of the contest, the league said. Those numbers represent the most-watched NBA regular season game in five years. The NBA said all five Christmas games on its schedule — San Antonio at New York in Victor Wembanyama's holiday debut, Minnesota at Dallas, Philadelphia at Boston, Denver at Phoenix and Lakers-Warriors — saw year-over-year viewership increases. Wednesday's numbers pushed NBA viewership for the season across ESPN platforms to up 4% over last season. The league also saw more than 500 million video views on its social media platforms Wednesday, a new record. For the NBA, those are all good signs amid cries that NBA viewership is hurting. “Ratings are down a bit at beginning of the season. But cable television viewership is down double digits so far this year versus last year," NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said earlier this month. “You know, we’re almost at the inflection point where people are watching more programing on streaming than they are on traditional television. And it’s a reason why for our new television deals, which we enter into next year, every game is going to be available on a streaming service.” Part of that new package of television deals that the NBA is entering into next season also increases the number of regular season games broadcast on television from 15 to 75. ___ AP NBA:

Netflix NFL Ratings: Christmas Games Set Streaming Record But Trail 2023 Broadcast NumbersAs the story of Liu Dabeili's tragic passing continues to unfold, one thing remains clear – her legacy will live on through the memories and impact she had on those who knew her. May her son find comfort and support in the midst of this difficult time, and may her untimely death serve as a reminder to cherish the moments we have with those we hold dear.

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The case against Tang Renjian is a stark reminder of the challenges facing the agricultural sector in China, where issues such as rural poverty, food safety, and environmental sustainability continue to pose significant obstacles to progress. The failure to effectively deploy resources and address key concerns has not only hindered the development of the agriculture industry but also eroded public confidence in the government's ability to protect the interests of farmers and rural communities.

According to recent reports, Li Gangren's physical store jersey sales rank second only to superstar Kylian Mbappé at Paris Saint-Germain. This is a remarkable achievement considering the popularity and global appeal of Mbappé, who is widely regarded as one of the best players in the world. Li's ability to connect with fans and create a strong personal brand has undoubtedly played a significant role in his merchandise sales success.In a shocking turn of events, the popular female internet celebrity known as "Liu Dabeili" underwent liposuction surgery in the morning only to tragically pass away in the afternoon. The sudden and unexpected death of Liu Dabeili has sent shockwaves through the online community, leaving behind a grieving son who is just over 10 years old. This heartbreaking tragedy has sparked widespread attention and concern for the well-being of her young child.

Out of more than 2,500 global VC- and PE-backed companies, WuKong Education was selected for the 2025 GSV 150 based on a proprietary evaluation framework, including revenue scale, growth, user reach, geographic diversification, and margin profile. The 2025 cohort of the GSV 150 collectively reaches 3B learners and generates over $25B in annual revenue. "The rapid rise of generative AI is fueling knowledge and creating opportunities we had not imagined before," says Luben Pampoulov, Partner at GSV Ventures. "Multi-modality is making education more engaging, AI tools are driving personalization and productivity, and learning is happening at the speed of light. Effectively everyone across the 2025 GSV 150 has generative AI deeply embedded in their offering." WuKong Education is revolutionizing online education for students aged 3-18 worldwide, offering courses in Chinese, Mathematics, and English Language Arts. By leveraging cutting-edge AI technology, WuKong Education empowers students from 118 countries with a unique learning journey that ignites curiosity, nurtures creativity, and sharpens critical thinking skills. Powered by AI, WuKong Education adapts to each student's unique needs, ensuring that every learner receives a personalized educational journey: Personalized Learning Plans : By leveraging big data, WuKong Education tailors learning plans for each student, ensuring that every individual receives a program aligned with their needs and learning pace. Dynamic Course Optimization : With real-time AI-powered data analysis, WuKong Education continuously optimizes and adjusts course content to better match students' actual proficiency levels and interests. Efficient Teaching Support : AI analytics provide instructors with deep insights into student progress and class performance, allowing them to offer more personalized and effective guidance. This AI-driven teaching model has not only significantly improved student academic performance but also fostered the holistic development of students, earning widespread praise from students and parents around the world. "We are honored to be named to the 2025 GSV 150," said Vicky Wang , founder and CEO of WuKong Education. "This recognition affirms our ongoing commitment to revolutionizing education. By combining the expertise of our teaching and research teams with the possibilities of AI, we are setting a new benchmark for digital education to empower students globally." Earlier this year, WuKong Education was named a 2024 Cognia® School of Distinction for excellence in education by Cognia®, a globally recognized education quality certification organization, and was also listed in the AU&NZ EdTech Top 50 by HolonIQ, a global leader in impact intelligence, for the third consecutive year. These recognitions underscore WuKong Education's continued leadership in the global EdTech industry and its ongoing dedication to delivering exceptional education to learners around the world. About WuKong Education Based in Silicon Valley, WuKong Education is shaping the future of online learning for students aged 3 to 18. WuKong Education's three core programs—WuKong Chinese, WuKong Math, and WuKong English (ELA)—combine AI-driven technology, expert educators, and personalized services to deliver engaging, dynamic learning experiences. With over 400,000 families served globally, WuKong Education is empowering students to succeed and become lifelong learners in an ever-changing world. Learn more at: wukongsch.com . About GSV Founded in 2011, GSV is a global platform that drives education and workforce skills innovation. We believe that ALL people have equal access to the future, and that scaled innovations in "PreK to Gray" learning and skills are crucial to achieving this goal. The GSV platform includes the ASU+GSV Summit , hosted annually in San Diego with 7,000+ attendees; the India -based ASU+GSV & Emeritus Summit , now entering its third year; and The AI Show @ ASU+GSV , an immersive exploration of the AI Revolution in education, which welcomed 10,000+ attendees this year. GSV Ventures , GSV's investment arm founded in 2015, is a multi-stage venture fund investing in the most transformational companies across the global "PreK to Gray" landscape. View original content: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/wukong-education-named-to-the-2025-gsv-150-for-leading-the-way-in-education-technology-302338883.html SOURCE WuKong Education

United Airlines has begun using Language Learning Models (LLMs) and artificial intelligence, such as ChatGPT, to inform customers about the status of their flights, which has resulted in a 6% boost in customer satisfaction. Putting the AI in airlines United Airlines is exploring new waters with generative artificial intelligence initiatives used to enhance customer experience and process excellence (which is the term given to improving how a business creates and delivers value to its customers). The airline has deployed sophisticated AI models to provide better, more transparent, and human-like communication about flight delays, cancellations, and service disruptions. Using United’s core data architectural backbone, including the United Data Hub and an AI and ML (Machine Learning) platform dubbed “Mars,” the airline has released a handful of models into production for employees and customers. Speaking to CIO , the United Airlines Chief Information Officer, Jason Birnbaum, said this about the airline’s use of AI and LLMs: “We worked hard to fine-tune this model to take operational feeds, notes from our operations teams, the crew, and all these different sources of data, and have AI take all this data and create a narrative that is more transparent, empathetic, decisive, and clear as we can be. As opposed to a canned message, we try to write a specific story about what’s going on with your flight. People hear the specifics, and they understand it and their blood pressure goes down. Our storytellers still look at the messages to make sure they’re within the realm of what we want to communicate but we’re getting much more comfortable with it.” United utilizes ChatGPT for secure employee experimental use and an LLM for external users called “Every Flight Has a Story.” This flight-status service was released earlier this year and provides customers with faster, more transparent, context-rich information with efficiency. United Airlines has used the LLM to send out more than 100,000 push notifications and has identified 90 other use cases for the software. Simple Flying has contacted United Airlines for a comment. Behind the scenes United’s “ “Every Flight Has a Story” LLM utilizes the “Mars” platform, which leverages Amazon Web Services (AWS) to automate digital notifications, streamline delay communications, and reduce the manual workload for human customer service agents. This has been achieved by automating many of the routine communications and personalizing responses at scale. Francesca Vasquez, Vice President at AWS, admired the airline’s utilization of their platform for its innovative approach and emphasized the potential of generative AI in personalizing and automating communications. He said: “United is just getting started. Historically, United storytellers had to manually edit templates, which took time. United realized that gen AI could automate most of these messages, freeing up their staff to focus on the more challenging delay issues — and an informed customer, for sure, is a happier customer.” United is one of the earliest users of Amazon’s Sagemaker ML platform. According to AWS Vice President of Technology Mai-Lan Tomsen Bukovec, the airline’s use of these tools is going to become a game-changer. In the future, United Airlines aims to use AI to help improve baggage handling, optimize flight routes, and improve predictive maintenance for aircraft. The flight was already delayed by 18 hours before the incident occured.In conclusion, the sale of the French star is a strategic move by Real Madrid to cleanse their squad and pave the way for a new era of success. With a resolute determination to drive a hard bargain and secure their future, the club is setting the stage for a transformation that could shape the landscape of European football for years to come. Only time will tell the impact of this decision, but one thing is certain – Real Madrid is not afraid to make bold choices in pursuit of greatness.Stocks Gain for the Week, Nvidia Fails to Impress, and Gold Shines

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Punjab Bandh Today: From Govt Offices To Bank And Rail, Road And Airport Services - What's Open, What's Closed?Moving forward, the outcome of Zelensky's discussions with Biden on Ukraine's potential NATO membership will be closely watched by observers and policymakers alike. The willingness of the Biden administration to engage with Ukraine on this issue and its commitment to upholding the principles of collective defense and alliance unity will be critical in shaping the future of Ukraine's security partnership with NATO.In a delightful intersection of comedic talents, the iconic trio of Fee Xiang, Ma Dongxi, and Song Xiaobao have joined forces for a much-anticipated comedy film titled "Moonlight Shenanigans." The film, boasting a unique blend of humor, wit, and charisma, is set to release just in time for the upcoming New Year festivities.

AP News Summary at 2:36 p.m. ESTIn conclusion, the issue of winter school uniforms being cut up and labeled as rag waste raises important questions about waste management, sustainability, and ethical considerations in the education sector. The ongoing investigation by the Education Bureau is a step in the right direction towards addressing these concerns and ensuring that school uniforms are disposed of in a responsible and sustainable manner. It is hoped that the outcome of the investigation will lead to improved practices and heightened awareness of the importance of environmental stewardship in schools.