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Fundamental Global Inc. Declares Cash Dividend on Its 8.00% Cumulative Preferred Stock, Series AIndia Strengthens Fintech Regulations To Tackle Money Laundering & Terror Financing: Revenue Official At EAG MeetOur community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Tulisa is said to have vanished from the Australian hotel she was booked into after she was booted off I’m a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!. The 36-year-old left the camp on Tuesday, being the third contestant to be eliminated from the ITV show , with rumours swirling after she failed to appear for a post-show interview. Fans speculated something may be wrong due to her no-show and the fact she wiped all the I'm A Celebrity content from her Instagram, which was being run by a pal while she was on the show. The Mirror reports that, after crossing the red bridge, the musician joined cast and crew in a JW Marriott Hotel nearby - but disappeared from the luxury lodgings. An insider told The Sun : "Tulisa and the two friends who came to Australia with her disappeared after she came out. No one saw her in the hotel and she wasn’t talking to anyone. "Her mates were talking among themselves and were worried as no one could pin her down. They were chatting back and forth in their group chats and no one could raise her. It was total radio silence." A second source also came forwards, adding: "Not having Tulisa at the hotel with the other stars has been odd, and people don’t know whether or not she’ll be back to film the reunion. "Naturally everyone just wants her to be all right and ITV and her campmates are being supportive." Tulisa briefly touched on her unexpected actions after leaving the ITV show, and admitted on Instagram that she was taking a moment for herself. Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile , select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don’t like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. In a short video, the 36-year-old explained: "I can get overwhelmed quite easily and started to feel overwhelmed. I realised I needed to take time for myself, and to chill, it's all a little bit much at the moment.” The former N-Dubz singer then explained why she had deleted her social posts and said her page - which was run by pals while she was in camp - is not how she would have done things. She said: "I'm just going to archive all my stuff to do with the jungle and then, when the time is right and I've had time to process, I'm going to make my own reels of my best bits that I really like," she said. "Because remember, I haven't been doing my Instagrams . The way it's being posted and all the random stuff is not how I would do my Insta - I would have one or two really good reels relating to the jungle and bringing my time together there." However, it has now been claimed that Tulisa - real name Tulisa Contostavlos - had a massive row with her friend, Michelle McKenna, who came to greet her in the jungle once Tulisa was evicted. According to a source , Tulisa feels as though her friend 'took liberties' by flying to Australia to greet her. Speaking to Mail Online , they claimed: "They were only in Australia because of Tulisa. "It felt like they were revelling in the situation and taking liberties on her kindness. Michelle and Daniel were there, on a trip funded by ITV and only because of Tulisa. They were there because of her and she trusted them with her social media. "When she got out of the jungle and saw what had been put on there, she was upset and it prompted a huge row. You can't help but think that seeing her friends living it up like that while she was roughing it in the jungle must have really annoyed her." Don't miss the latest news from around Scotland and beyond. Sign up to our daily newsletter .

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COPENHAGEN, Denmark, Dec. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ascendis Pharma A/S (Nasdaq: ASND) today announced that the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has accepted for review its supplemental Biologics License Application (sBLA) in adult growth hormone deficiency (GHD) for TransCon hGH (lonapegsomatropin-tcgd; marketed as SKYTROFA® for pediatric GHD). The FDA set a Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) goal date of July 27, 2025. “This marks another step towards achieving our objective to expand SKYTROFA’s label beyond pediatric GHD and expand its reach to address new groups of patients,” said Jan Mikkelsen, Ascendis Pharma’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “Adult GHD is an undertreated condition associated with significant comorbidities and higher annual healthcare costs compared to the 5-10% of patients who receive treatment, indicative of the high unmet need.” The sBLA submission is based on results from foresiGHt, a Phase 3 randomized, parallel-arm, placebo-controlled (double-blind) and active-controlled (open-label) trial that compared the efficacy and safety of weekly TransCon hGH with weekly placebo and daily human growth hormone (hGH) in adults with GHD. The trial evaluated 259 adults with GHD aged 23 to 80 years old, randomized 1:1:1, titrated to receive a target fixed dose of TransCon hGH, placebo, or daily hGH based on age and oral estrogen intake with approximately equivalent hGH mg/week for TransCon hGH and daily hGH. TransCon hGH demonstrated superiority on its primary efficacy and key secondary efficacy endpoints at Week 38, with TransCon hGH-treated participants showing a statistically significant reduction from baseline in trunk fat and increase in total body lean mass at Week 38 compared to placebo. In the trial, TransCon hGH was generally safe and well tolerated, with no discontinuations related to study drug and with comparable safety and tolerability to daily hGH treatment. About Adult Growth Hormone Deficiency Growth hormone plays an essential role in the health of children and adults, promoting normal growth in children and maintenance of normal body composition and cardiometabolic health throughout adulthood. In adults, growth hormone boosts protein production, promotes fat utilization, enhances muscle mass, and helps regulate blood sugar levels. Adult GHD is a condition in which an individual’s body does not produce enough growth hormone. Symptoms and morbidity can include central obesity, metabolic syndrome, decreased bone density, alterations in lipid profile and markers of cardiovascular risk, fatigue, general weakness, lack of muscle tone, and psychological symptoms such as cognitive impairment, social isolation, lack of motivation, and depression.1 About Ascendis Pharma A/S Ascendis Pharma is applying its innovative TransCon technology platform to build a leading, fully integrated biopharma company focused on making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives. Guided by its core values of Patients, Science, and Passion, Ascendis uses its TransCon technologies to create new and potentially best-in-class therapies. Ascendis is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark and has additional facilities in Europe and the United States. Please visit ascendispharma.com to learn more. Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included in this press release regarding Ascendis’ future operations, plans and objectives of management are forward-looking statements. Examples of such statements include, but are not limited to, statements relating to (i) the PDUFA goal date for SKYTROFA, (ii) Ascendis’ objective to expand SKYTROFA’s label and reach to address new groups of patients, (iii) Ascendis’ ability to apply its TransCon technology platform to build a leading, fully integrated biopharma company, and (iv) Ascendis’ use of its TransCon technologies to create new and potentially best-in-class therapies. Ascendis may not actually achieve the plans, carry out the intentions or meet the expectations or projections disclosed in the forward-looking statements and you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Actual results or events could differ materially from the plans, intentions, expectations, and projections disclosed in the forward-looking statements. Various important factors could cause actual results or events to differ materially from the forward-looking statements that Ascendis makes, including the following: dependence on third party manufacturers, distributors and service providers for Ascendis’ products and product candidates; unforeseen safety or efficacy results in Ascendis’ development programs or on-market products; unforeseen expenses related to commercialization of any approved Ascendis products; unforeseen expenses related to Ascendis’ development programs; unforeseen selling, general and administrative expenses, other research and development expenses and Ascendis’ business generally; delays in the development of its programs related to manufacturing, regulatory requirements, speed of patient recruitment or other unforeseen delays; Ascendis’ ability to obtain additional funding, if needed, to support its business activities; the impact of international economic, political, legal, compliance, social and business factors. For a further description of the risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those expressed in these forward-looking statements, as well as risks relating to Ascendis’ business in general, see Ascendis’ prospectus supplement filed on September 20, 2024 and Ascendis’ current and future reports filed with, or submitted to, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including its Annual Report on Form 20-F filed with the SEC on February 7, 2024. Forward-looking statements do not reflect the potential impact of any future licensing, collaborations, acquisitions, mergers, dispositions, joint ventures, or investments that Ascendis may enter into or make. Ascendis does not assume any obligation to update any forward-looking statements, except as required by law. Ascendis, Ascendis Pharma, the Ascendis Pharma logo, the company logo, TransCon, and SKYTROFA ® , are trademarks owned by the Ascendis Pharma group. © December 2024 Ascendis Pharma A/S. 1.Hoffman AR, Mathison T, Andrews D, Murray K, Kelepouris N, Fleseriu M. Adult Growth Hormone Deficiency: Diagnostic and Treatment Journeys From the Patients' Perspective. J Endocr Soc. 2022;6(7):bvac077. Published 2022 May 12. doi:10.1210/jendso/bvac077Cyberbullying expert reveals the profile of typical online troll in new TV docu film

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is taking some time to reflect after Chrystia Freeland's bombshell resignation, the natural resources minister said on Tuesday. "The prime minister, as I understand it, a number of caucus colleagues have said that the prime minister has said that he will reflect on both the decision that minister Freeland made, but also what he's heard from members of his own caucus," Jonathan Wilkinson said. "I think we all need to give him a little time to reflect, and I respect that fact that he's going to take some time to reflect." Freeland quit as finance minister on Monday morning just hours before she was set to present the government's fall economic statement. That kicked off a day of turmoil on Parliament Hill that began with a morning cabinet meeting and wrapped with an evening meeting of the Liberal caucus, where some members called for Trudeau to step aside as party leader. That includes New Brunswick MP Wayne Long, one of 23 caucus members who signed a letter back in October calling for Trudeau to quit. "We certainly have more MPs than last time. So, if I had to guess how many more right now, I'd say we're probably at 40 to 50 right now," Long said. "But there's a lot more than that. I mean, this is so different than times before." The attempt to oust Trudeau earlier in the fall took up a great deal of oxygen on Parliament Hill, but ultimately failed to garner support from inside the cabinet. This time, Long said, at least five cabinet ministers believe it's time for a change at the top. "I certainly am one to say to my colleagues, to ministers in particular: 'Let's come out of the shadows,'" Long said. "Let's openly, once and for all, state how we feel and let's move forward with what we know has to happen." After the failed coup in October, Liberal MPs told reporters they believed Trudeau was taking time to reflect. But the very next day, he publicly stated his intention to stay on as leader at a press conference. The Liberals have faced three non-confidence votes in the House of Commons this fall and have struggled to advance legislation because of a filibuster on a Conservative privilege motion related to misspending at a now-defunct green technology fund. On Tuesday, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre once again called on NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh to topple the government, criticizing him for voting against the latest non-confidence motion last week. Poilievre said Canada needs a new prime minister because U.S. president-elect Donald Trump can smell weakness from a mile away and the Trudeau government is weak. Bloc Québécois Leader Yves-François Blanchet also said a new Parliament is needed "as soon as possible," and he wants to see an election called in January. Blanchet said Trudeau has lost the political, moral and ethical authority to govern. He said the election should happen as soon as possible in the new year because Canadians do not want a campaign over the holiday season. On Monday, Singh called for Trudeau to step down but did not make a firm comment on whether the NDP would declare non-confidence in the Liberal government. Instead, Singh said "all options are on the table." The NDP, which ended a formal supply-and-confidence agreement to support the Liberals in September, has since voted with the government on all three non-confidence motions. Singh has repeatedly said a Poilievre-led Conservative government would cut things New Democrats have fought for like dental care, pharmacare and other social programs. The Tories are also calling on the House of Commons trade committee to study the tariff threat between the week of Jan. 6 and Jan. 20, the date of Trump's inauguration. The House of Commons is expected to rise for the holiday break on Tuesday and return on January 27. In her resignation letter, Freeland said she's been at odds with Trudeau in the last few weeks over the government's fiscal priorities. She said the government should do away with costly "political gimmicks" and instead set money aside to deal with a potential tariff war with the U.S. Dominic LeBlanc was sworn in as the new finance minister Monday, minutes after the government's fall economic statement was released. The economic update shows the deficit has grown to nearly $62 billion, far beyond the $40-billion target Freeland set earlier this year. It includes $1.3 billion in new spending on measures to beef up the border in response to Trump's threat to impose 25 per cent tariff threats on Canadian goods. LeBlanc, who is also in charge of intergovernmental affairs and democratic institutions, says his main priority as finance minister will be to address affordability issues. He will also continue to oversee the public safety file, implementing new border measures, until Trudeau holds a broader cabinet shuffle. That's expected to happen soon in order to replace ministers who have announced they won't seek re-election. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 17, 2024. — With files from Nick Murray and Michel Saba David Baxter, The Canadian Press

MIAMI BEACH, Fla., Dec. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Herzfeld Caribbean Basin Fund, Inc. (NASDAQ: CUBA) (the “Fund”) today announced that Thomas J. Herzfeld, Chairman of the Board of Directors has resigned from the Board as of December 31, 2024. Mr. Herzfeld has also resigned as Portfolio Manager for the Fund effective as of the same date. Mr. Herzfeld has held the position of Chairman since the Fund’s launch in 1994. He will retain the position of Chairman Emeritus and participate in board meetings on a non-voting basis. The Board has elected Cecilia Gondor to serve as Chairperson effective December 31, 2024. Ms. Gondor has served on the Board of Directors since 2014. She also served as Executive Vice President of Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc. (the Fund’s investment manager) from 1984 through May 2014. During her years at the investment manager, her research analysis garnered her the reputation as being one of the most knowledgeable analysts in the industry. Additionally, she was the Executive Vice President of Thomas J. Herzfeld & Co., Inc., a broker-dealer, from 1984 through 2010. Ms. Gondor currently is an owner and the Managing Member of L&M Management LLC group of partnerships, a residential and commercial office space investor located in Alexandria, Virginia. In addition, the Board has named Brigitta Herzfeld to fill the board vacancy created by Mr. Herzfeld’s resignation. Ms. Herzfeld is a current member of the investment manager’s executive committee and will join the Board as of December 31, 2024. She is a graduate of Bowdoin College (BA), Stanford University (MA) and Massachusetts Institute of Technology – MIT Sloan School of Management (MBA) and Wharton-Singapore Management University (Executive Management Program). She has held positions at Goldman, Sachs & Co and Lehman Brothers Japan, Inc. Mr. Herzfeld commented: “It has been my privilege and honor to serve on the Board of Directors of The Herzfeld Caribbean Basin Fund for its entire history. As I approach my 80 th birthday, it is with much pride that I turn the leadership of the Fund over to a new generation. Cecilia Gondor has been a consistent source of expert guidance for the Fund for many years and is a great choice to take over the chair position. And Brigitta Herzfeld’s financial background and long history with our firm will be an invaluable source of expertise for the board. While I will remain active with the management company, it is clear that the time has come for me to step down from active leadership of the Fund. As Chairman Emeritus I will be working harder than ever to ensure that we maximize shareholder value; we are currently exploring several options that we think will be beneficial to our shareholders.” Mr. Herzfeld has had a long and illustrious career and is generally considered to be “the father of closed-end fund investing”. Mr. Herzfeld wrote the first of his six books on the subject of closed-end funds in 1979. He is the publisher of The Investor's Guide to Closed-End Funds monthly research report and is quoted and interviewed on the subject of closed-end funds by the world’s most renowned financial papers. He has served as a contributing editor for the Global Guide to Investing (published by Financial Times ), and The Encyclopedia of Investments . Ms. Gondor responded to her election to Chairperson: “To follow in the footsteps of Tom Herzfeld is a very humbling experience. He has been a mentor to me and many others in the closed-end fund industry. I look forward to working with Brigitta Herzfeld and the other board members to continue the work that Tom started 30 years ago and am honored to contribute to the legacy he has built in any way that I can.” A graduate of Philadelphia University in 1966, Mr. Herzfeld served in the United States Army Reserve from 1966-1972, and on active duty in 1967. He received an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters (LHD) from Philadelphia University in 2008. He joined the Wall Street firm Reynolds & Co., in 1968 and began a specialization in closed-end funds. He formed the NYSE member firm of Carlino, Herzfeld and Kemm in 1970 and served as the firm's Senior Partner at the age of 25. He also became an Allied Member of the NYSE, an Associate Member of the AMEX and a senior register options principal. In 1981, he formed a stock brokerage firm, Thomas J. Herzfeld & Co., Inc., that was the first to specialize in the field of closed-end funds. He created the industry's first and only Closed-End Fund Index, "The Herzfeld Average," which has been published in Barron’s weekly since its establishment in 1987. He also coined the term “lifeboat provisions” used in the industry to define tactics funds take to narrow discounts and keep prices afloat. About Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc. Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc., founded in 1984, is an SEC registered investment advisor, specializing in investment analysis and account management in closed-end funds. The Firm also specializes in investment in the Caribbean Basin. The HERZFELD/CUBA division of Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc. serves as the investment advisor to The Herzfeld Caribbean Basin Fund, Inc. a publicly traded closed-end fund (NASDAQ: CUBA). More information about the advisor can be found at www.herzfeld.com . Past performance is no guarantee of future performance. An investment in the Fund is subject to certain risks, including market risk. In general, shares of closed-end funds often trade at a discount from their net asset value and at the time of sale may be trading on the exchange at a price which is more or less than the original purchase price or the net asset value. An investor should carefully consider the Fund’s investment objective, risks, charges and expenses. Please read the Fund’s disclosure documents before investing. Forward-Looking Statements This press release, and other statements that TJHA or the Fund may make, may contain forward looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act, with respect to the Fund’s or TJHA’s future financial or business performance, strategies or expectations. Forward-looking statements are typically identified by words or phrases such as “trend,” “potential,” “opportunity,” “pipeline,” “believe,” “comfortable,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “current,” “intention,” “estimate,” “position,” “assume,” “outlook,” “continue,” “remain,” “maintain,” “sustain,” “seek,” “achieve,” and similar expressions, or future or conditional verbs such as “will,” “would,” “should,” “could,” “may” or similar expressions. TJHA and the Fund caution that forward-looking statements are subject to numerous assumptions, risks and uncertainties, which change over time. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and TJHA and the Fund assume no duty to and do not undertake to update forward-looking statements. Actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in forward-looking statements and future results could differ materially from historical performance. With respect to the Fund, the following factors, among others, could cause actual events to differ materially from forward-looking statements or historical performance: (1) changes and volatility in political, economic or industry conditions, particularly with respect to Cuba and other Caribbean Basin countries, the interest rate environment, foreign exchange rates or financial and capital markets, which could result in changes in demand for the Fund or in the Fund’s net asset value; (2) the relative and absolute investment performance of the Fund and its investments; (3) the impact of increased competition; (4) the unfavorable resolution of any legal proceedings; (5) the extent and timing of any distributions or share repurchases; (6) the impact, extent and timing of technological changes; (7) the impact of legislative and regulatory actions and reforms, including the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, and regulatory, supervisory or enforcement actions of government agencies relating to the Fund or TJHA, as applicable; (8) terrorist activities, international hostilities and natural disasters, which may adversely affect the general economy, domestic and local financial and capital markets, specific industries or TJHA or the Fund; (9) TJHA’s and the Fund’s ability to attract and retain highly talented professionals; (10) the impact of TJHA electing to provide support to its products from time to time; (11) the impact of problems at other financial institutions or the failure or negative performance of products at other financial institutions; and (12) the effects of an epidemic, pandemic or public health emergency, including without limitation, COVID-19. Annual and Semi-Annual Reports and other regulatory filings of the Fund with the SEC are accessible on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov and on TJHA’s website at www.herzfeld.com/cuba, and may discuss these or other factors that affect the Fund. The information contained on TJHA’s website is not a part of this press release. Contact: Tom Morgan Chief Compliance Officer Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc. 1-305-777-1660Aspen Technology stock hits 52-week high at $249.94

OTTAWA - The union representing rank-and-file Mounties is welcoming a federal plan to spend $1.3 billion to bolster border security and ensure the integrity of the immigration system. Read this article for free: Already have an account? As we navigate through unprecedented times, our journalists are working harder than ever to bring you the latest local updates to keep you safe and informed. Now, more than ever, we need your support. Starting at $14.99 plus taxes every four weeks you can access your Brandon Sun online and full access to all content as it appears on our website. or call circulation directly at (204) 727-0527. Your pledge helps to ensure we provide the news that matters most to your community! OTTAWA - The union representing rank-and-file Mounties is welcoming a federal plan to spend $1.3 billion to bolster border security and ensure the integrity of the immigration system. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? OTTAWA – The union representing rank-and-file Mounties is welcoming a federal plan to spend $1.3 billion to bolster border security and ensure the integrity of the immigration system. In its fall economic update Monday, the Liberal government said it would invest in cutting-edge technology for law enforcement, so that only people who are eligible to remain in Canada do so. The money, to be spread over six fiscal years, is earmarked for the RCMP, Public Safety Canada, the Canada Border Services Agency and the cyberspies at the Communications Security Establishment. RCMP members enforce laws between official points of entry and investigate criminal activities related to the border. National Police Federation president Brian Sauvé says members have been protecting the border with limited resources, and the new money will allow them to continue delivering on their mandate. Public Safety Minister Dominic LeBlanc is expected to join other ministers this afternoon to provide more details on the plan. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 17, 2024. Advertisement

Cardiff and Swansea councils have formally expressed an interest in launching electric scooter trials. As lots of people know, they are illegal on the roads in the UK except in areas where there is a trial, so this will be a new experience for people in the cities where councils are considering them. They have approached the UK Department for Transport to declare their interest and would also need the approval of the Welsh Government , which told WalesOnline it would be "happy to engage" with councils seeking a change in the law to allow for an e-scooter hire trial. You can read more about this here. So what will it mean and how will the rules around e-scooters affect these areas? For the latest Welsh news delivered to your inbox sign up to our newsletter How the trials would work Councils may have many reasons for wanting to try out e-scooter schemes. One of the main benefits is that it can alleviate congestion on roads and provide a more sustainable alternative to car journeys. Some people also find it a fun and unique way of navigating around cities or switching up their daily commute. Although little detail has been provided by councils about them expressing interest, based on trials held in other cities in England it is possible they might collaborate with an e-scooter provider, such as Voi or Lime, which already operate in other parts of the UK. Swansea council confirmed it had expressed an interest but declined to comment further. Newport and Bridgend councils said they had not expressed an interest, but a Cardiff council spokesman said: “The council has expressed an interest to carry out an e-scooter trial to the UK Department for Transport, but that doesn’t mean that a trial will take place. It just gives the council the opportunity to explore this option, as we continue to research possible schemes to replace the Nextbike scheme.” Parking and designated riding zones would likely be enforced to prevent scooters from being left in unsafe or inconvenient locations. The council may also need to implement changes to infrastructure, such as introducing e-scooter lanes or shared spaces, to ensure rider and pedestrian safety. If plans go ahead, it is also likely councils would need to address challenges such as integrating e-scooters with Cardiff’s busy roads and pavements. Enforcement measures, such as geo-fencing technology to restrict scooter use to specific zones could be used and public consultations and campaigns to educate residents about safe riding practices could also most likely form part of the trial rollout. Rental schemes and how to hire an e-scooter Rental e-scooter schemes usually run through smartphone apps where users can register an account, locate available scooters, and unlock them using a QR code. Riders are charged based on the time spent using the scooter with payment usually made through the app linked to a debit or credit card. The scooters are designed to be parked in designated areas and many schemes use geo-fencing technology to make sure they are not used outside approved zones. Rental providers also include insurance for third-party accidents as part of the service. What happens if you hit someone Riders in e-scooter trials are typically required to have third-party insurance, which is usually provided automatically by the rental operator as part of the hire fee. This insurance would cover damage to property and injuries to third parties. But the rider would be responsible for any personal injuries unless they have their own additional coverage. For victims of accidents, the claims process would involve reporting the incident to both the operator and local authorities. Riders found to be breaking the rules like speeding, riding under the influence, or using the scooter outside designated area may face fines or penalties, and their insurance may not cover them. In the event of a crash involving an e-scooter, the question of liability becomes critical. According to Bartletts Solicitors , crashes involving cyclists and e-scooter riders, liability will depend on the specific circumstances; in the event of a crash between an e-scooter and a pedestrian, the e-scooter rider will normally always be held responsible. They say on their website: “E-scooter riders are expected to have the same road sense and situational awareness as all other road users, and if they ride dangerously they will be legally liable for the consequences of accidents involving pedestrians, cyclists or motorists. Failure to stop will also aggravate an e-scooter rider’s culpability in the event of an accident.” Where you can use them and the rules E-scooters in UK trial areas can only be used on roads, cycle paths, and designated e-scooter lanes but riding on pavements is strictly prohibited, except in limited circumstances as it poses a risk to pedestrians under the Road Traffic Act 1988. Users must also hold a provisional or full driving licence to rent an e-scooter legally. This ensures that riders have at least a basic understanding of road safety. Riding after drinking alcohol is also illegal and could result in the same penalties as drink-driving in a car. Parking rules will also be crucial in preventing clutter and ensuring the safety of other road users. E-scooters will need to be parked in designated areas, and failure to comply could result in fines or suspension of the rider’s account. Potential challenges and benefits The rollout of e-scooter schemes in cities across the UK has been met with mixed reactions. While lots of people welcome the convenience and sustainability of e-scooters, other people have shared concerns about safety, misuse, and their impact on public spaces. The government has shared a report comparing police and hospital data which found that from 2020 to June 2022, there were 428 casualties from e-scooter riding. A separate publication by the Department for Transport also said that rental e-scooter users were three to four times more likely to be a casualty than cyclists. But a study by Voi found that e-scooters can reduce travel time by 47% and trip emissions by up to 45%. A study by UWE Bristol also found that users generally felt safer around e-scooters than non-users, but older and disabled people were more likely to feel less safe, and some people have also found that e-scooters can increase accessibility by improving access to local services , journey speed, and reliability. Whether we see the schemes rolled out in Wales or not remains to be seen, but it is clear that there is scope for plenty of conversation around how to stay safe if the trials are put in place, and how best to make the most of it.

Brian Thompson led one of the biggest health insurers in the U.S. but was unknown to millions of people his decisions affected. Then Wednesday’s targeted fatal shooting of the UnitedHealthcare CEO on a midtown Manhattan sidewalk thrust the executive and his business into the national spotlight. Thompson, who was 50, had worked at the giant UnitedHealth Group Inc for 20 years and run the insurance arm since 2021 after running its Medicare and retirement business. As CEO, Thompson led a firm that provides health coverage to more than 49 million Americans — more than the population of Spain. United is the largest provider of Medicare Advantage plans, the privately run versions of the U.S. government’s Medicare program for people age 65 and older. The company also sells individual insurance and administers health-insurance coverage for thousands of employers and state-and federally funded Medicaid programs. The business run by Thompson brought in $281 billion in revenue last year, making it the largest subsidiary of the Minnetonka, Minnesota-based UnitedHealth Group. His $10.2 million annual pay package, including salary, bonus and stock options awards, made him one of the company’s highest-paid executives. The University of Iowa graduate began his career as a certified public accountant at PwC and had little name recognition beyond the health care industry. Even to investors who own its stock, the parent company’s face belonged to CEO Andrew Witty, a knighted British triathlete who has testified before Congress. When Thompson did occasionally draw attention, it was because of his role in shaping the way Americans get health care. At an investor meeting last year, he outlined his company’s shift to “value-based care,” paying doctors and other caregivers to keep patients healthy rather than focusing on treating them once sick. “Health care should be easier for people,” Thompson said at the time. “We are cognizant of the challenges. But navigating a future through value-based care unlocks a situation where the ... family doesn’t have to make the decisions on their own.” Thompson also drew attention in 2021 when the insurer, like its competitors, was widely criticized for a plan to start denying payment for what it deemed non-critical visits to hospital emergency rooms. “Patients are not medical experts and should not be expected to self-diagnose during what they believe is a medical emergency,” the chief executive of the American Hospital Association wrote in an open letter addressed to Thompson. “Threatening patients with a financial penalty for making the wrong decision could have a chilling effect on seeking emergency care.” United Healthcare responded by delaying rollout of the change. Thompson, who lived in a Minneapolis suburb and was the father of two high-school students, was set to speak at an investor meeting in a midtown New York hotel. He was on his own and about to enter the building when he was shot in the back by a masked assailant who fled on foot before pedaling an e-bike into Central Park a few blocks away, the New York Police Department said. Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny said investigators were looking at Thompson’s social media accounts and interviewing employees and family members. “Didn’t seem like he had any issues at all,” Kenny said. “He did not have a security detail.” ___ AP reporters Michael R. Sisak and Steve Karnowski contributed to this report. Murphy reported from Indianapolis. Brian Thompson led one of the biggest health insurers in It is an ambitious social experiment of our moment in Enrollment in North Carolina’s new Medicaid coverage for low-income adults An elaborate parody appears to be behind an effort to( MENAFN - Daily News Egypt) Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of health and Population, met with Karim Saada, CEO and Managing Director of Al-Ahly Capital- the investment arm of the National bank of Egypt (NBE)- and his accompanying delegation on Wednesday at the Ministry of Health and Population. The meeting focused on exploring ways to enhance investment opportunities within Egypt's health sector, emphasizing community collaboration between state institutions to strengthen healthcare. During the meeting, the Deputy Prime Minister underscored the importance of deepening the national investment partnership between the two parties, aligning with the country's vision to promote community participation in sustainable development. Abdel Ghaffar emphasized that the government offers a range of promising investment opportunities in the health sector. The Ministry of Health is working to attract both local and international investments, aiming to improve the quality of medical services provided to citizens. He also highlighted the critical role of private sector partnerships, particularly as the government moves forward with its comprehensive health insurance system across the country, as part of the directives set by the political leadership. The discussion also covered the recently introduced law aimed at streamlining investment procedures in Egypt. This law is designed to facilitate investments by offering various incentive packages and necessary support for health sector projects. The Minister reiterated the government's commitment to overcoming any challenges that may hinder investment in healthcare. Another key topic was the future of radiology services in Egypt. The delegation explored investment opportunities in this area, recognizing its importance in improving healthcare delivery. Abdel Ghaffar stressed the need to fully harness the potential of Egypt's health system to provide optimal services to citizens. Karim Saada, CEO of Al-Ahly Capital, expressed the company's strong commitment to investing in Egypt's health sector. He emphasized that the collaboration with the Ministry of Health reflects the company's dedication to playing a significant role in healthcare, which is a crucial component of sustainable development. MENAFN27112024000153011029ID1108934522 Legal Disclaimer: MENAFN provides the information “as is” without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the provider above.Canada’s Farm Show (CFS) in Regina, Sask. is shaking things up in 2025. The event, usually held in June, is now moving to Mar. 18 to 20. The show is built on three pillars: education, innovation, and collaboration with programming emphasizing seminars, hands-on experiences, and cutting-edge technology. Roberta Engel, acting President and CEO of the Regina Exhibition Association Limited said CFS is all about advancing agriculture while celebrating the people who power it. “Moving the show to March aligns with farmers’ seeding cycles, ensuring they get an early look at the tools and technologies they need,” she said. “Our goal is to create an inspiring and valuable experience for attendees and exhibitors alike.” With 80 per cent of spaces sold, returning exhibitors include Bourgault Industries, Brandt Group of Companies, Dutch Industries, Degelman Industries, Farm Credit Canada (FCC), Nick’s Service, Prairie Ram, Ritchie Brothers, Thunderstruck Ag, and Viterra. Several first-time participants are Apache Sprayers, Condie Seed, AG Access, DyMark Industries, FP Genetics, among others. The trade-show floor will include product showcases and launches happening throughout the three days. A CFS Kick-Off Party will feature award winning country artist Jelly Roll on Mar. 16. CFS will be offering a VIP Program for the concert before the week begins. The entertainment continues throughout the show at the Young’s Equipment Farmhouse Lounge, opening daily at 11:00 a.m. Monday will see Farm Management Canada host their Bridging the Gap Farm Transition Workshop and the annual Welcome Reception. On Tuesday, March 18, CFS will celebrate farmers with the Regina Pats’ Thank You Farmers Game where the Pats will take on the Swift Current Broncos. Each day of the show will feature a theme. Opening day on Mar. 18 is Farmer Appreciation Day which starts with breakfast at 9:00 a.m., followed by industry leaders and speaker panels and safety programming. The day concludes with a Thank You Farmers Tailgate Party. Day 2 is Innovation Day on Mar. 19 which spotlights advancements shaping agriculture’s future. The 2025 Innovator Recognition Program will honour four individuals in the categories of emerging, lifetime, farmer, and community Innovators. Cultivator, powered by Conexus, returns with a new session designed to help farmers integrate new technologies and practices into their operations. This year will include back-to-basics learning sessions, providing insights to evaluate and adopt the right innovations for each farming operation. Mar. 20 is Young Farmer Day which supports the next generation of agriculture leaders. CFS is home for the Saskatchewan Outstanding Young Farmers Program the Launch Your Career in Ag and Think AG. Show Passes are available now, with single-day and three-day options. – alice.mcfarlane@pattisonmedia.com On X: @farmnewsNOW

It looked like a recipe for disaster. So, when his country's swimmers were being accused of doping earlier this year, one Chinese official cooked up something fast. He blamed it on contaminated noodles. In fact, he argued, it could have been a culinary conspiracy concocted by criminals, whose actions led to the cooking wine used to prepare the noodles being laced with a banned heart drug that found its way into an athlete's system. This theory was spelled out to international anti-doping officials during a meeting and, after weeks of wrangling, finally made it into the thousands of pages of data handed over to the lawyer who investigated the case involving 23 Chinese swimmers who had tested positive for that same drug. The attorney, appointed by the World Anti-Doping Agency, refused to consider that scenario as he sifted through the evidence. In spelling out his reasoning, lawyer Eric Cottier paid heed to the half-baked nature of the theory. "The Investigator considers this scenario, which he has described in the conditional tense, to be possible, no less, no more," Cottier wrote. Even without the contaminated-noodles theory, Cottier found problems with the way WADA and the Chinese handled the case but ultimately determined WADA had acted reasonably in not appealing China's conclusion that its athletes had been inadvertently contaminated. Critics of the way the China case was handled can't help but wonder if a wider exploration of the noodle theory, details of which were discovered by The Associated Press via notes and emails from after the meeting where it was delivered, might have lent a different flavor to Cottier's conclusions. "There are more story twists to the ways the Chinese explain the TMZ case than a James Bond movie," said Rob Koehler, the director general of the advocacy group Global Athlete. "And all of it is complete fiction." In April, reporting from the New York Times and the German broadcaster ARD revealed that the 23 Chinese swimmers had tested positive for the banned heart medication trimetazidine, also known as TMZ. China's anti-doping agency determined the athletes had been contaminated, and so, did not sanction them. WADA accepted that explanation, did not press the case further, and China was never made to deliver a public notice about the "no-fault findings," as is often seen in similar cases. The stock explanation for the contamination was that traces of TMZ were found in the kitchen of a hotel where the swimmers were staying. In his 58-page report, Cottier relayed some suspicions about the feasibility of that chain of events — noting that WADA's chief scientist "saw no other solution than to accept it, even if he continued to have doubts about the reality of contamination as described by the Chinese authorities." But without evidence to support pursuing the case, and with the chance of winning an appeal at almost nil, Cottier determined WADA's "decision not to appeal appears indisputably reasonable." A mystery remained: How did those traces of TMZ get into the kitchen? Shortly after the doping positives were revealed, the Institute of National Anti-Doping Organizations held a meeting on April 30 where it heard from the leader of China's agency, Li Zhiquan. Li's presentation was mostly filled with the same talking points that have been delivered throughout the saga — that the positive tests resulted from contamination from the kitchen. But he expanded on one way the kitchen might have become contaminated, harkening to another case in China involving a low-level TMZ positive. A pharmaceutical factory, he explained, had used industrial alcohol in the distillation process for producing TMZ. The industrial alcohol laced with the drug "then entered the market through illegal channels," he said. The alcohol "was re-used by the perpetrators to process and produce cooking wine, which is an important seasoning used locally to make beef noodles," Li said. "The contaminated beef noodles were consumed by that athlete, resulting in an extremely low concentration of TMZ in the positive sample. "The wrongdoers involved have been brought to justice." This new information raised eyebrows among the anti-doping leaders listening to Li's report. So much so that over the next month, several emails ensued to make sure the details about the noodles and wine made their way to WADA lawyers, who could then pass it onto Cottier. Eventually, Li did pass on the information to WADA general counsel Ross Wenzel and, just to be sure, one of the anti-doping leaders forwarded it, as well, according to the emails seen by the AP. All this came with Li's request that the noodles story be kept confidential. Turns out, it made it into Cottier's report, though he took the information with a grain of salt. "Indeed, giving it more attention would have required it to be documented, then scientifically verified and validated," he wrote. Neither Wenzel nor officials at the Chinese anti-doping agency returned messages from AP asking about the noodles conspiracy and the other athlete who Li suggested had been contaminated by them. Meanwhile, 11 of the swimmers who originally tested positive competed at the Paris Games earlier this year in a meet held under the cloud of the Chinese doping case. Though WADA considers the case closed, Koehler and others point to situations like this as one of many reasons that an investigation by someone other than Cottier, who was hired by WADA, is still needed. "It gives the appearance that people are just making things up as they go along on this, and hoping the story just goes away," Koehler said. "Which clearly it has not." Be the first to know Get local news delivered to your inbox!

Cleveland is back on top of these rankings after beating Boston last week — a game that was not a playoff preview (for either team), but it is a sign of how things are coming together this season for the Cavaliers. Another sign of that? The way the Cavaliers are finding a spot for 27-year-old Ty Jerome off the bench, he is averaging 11.8 points a game and shooting an insane 50% on 3-pointers (3.1 attempts a game). Kenny Atkinson has found a way to get the most out of Jerome, and that has been the case for about every player on the Cavaliers roster this season. In the past two seasons (in a tribute to the Celtics' depth), there wasn't much of a difference when Jayson Tatum was on or off the court. This season the Celtics +213 in Tatum's 764 minutes on the court and +3 when he is off the court. That is a steep drop-off, which might help Tatum's MVP case, but it is not something that Joe Mazzula wants to see. Boston getting healthy should change that. The Celtics went 3-1 in NBA Cup play with a +23 point differential, but that wasn't enough to catch Orlando for the Wild Card (the Magic were +45). Any lingering doubts from casuals about the Rockets' legitimacy should have been answered this past week with a win against the Thunder and advancing to the knockout round of the NBA Cup. What's fueling the Rockets' rise? Defense. And athleticism. The Rockets have the third-best defense in the NBA this season, and getting stops allows their young athletes to get out and run — Houston is fifth in the league in percentage of possessions that started in transition (via Cleaning the Glass). Ime Udoka will get a z of credit for that and is in the mix for NBA Coach of the Year. However, in the short term, he's going to be writing a check to the league after and then saying postgame, "I told him 'Get some f****** glasses. Open your eyes." LeBron James on the Thunder's NBA-best defense: "They've got great hands, very aggressive at the point of attack. They've got some guys that can guard the ball. They do a good job of getting their hands on loose rocks out there and 50/50 balls. [They're a] good team, a really good team." They are also a very physical team now — a season ago a big team like LeBron's Lakers could push them around. That doesn't work anymore, partially due to Isaiah Hartenstein being in the paint, but this team now has a much more mature and tougher mentality. One that will serve them well in the playoffs. While Luka Doncic is as heliocentric a player as there is in the league, the Mavericks are much deeper than that — they won 5-of-6 with Doncic out injured. That's the sign of a team with the maturity and depth to return to the Finals. As for a short-term title goal, there is the NBA Cup. It took a 15-point fourth-quarter comeback against a good Grizzlies team, but the Mavericks are on to the knockout round of the NBA Cup, where they will have to travel to Oklahoma City to take on the Thunder. I loved how Steve Jones of The Dunker's Spot described the Knicks as this season's Indiana Pacers — New York has the No. 1 offense in the league but is 22nd in defense. It's like Bizzaro Thibodeau is coaching this team. It's good for New York that Mikal Bridges has finally found his offensive grove and showed it by dropping 31 on the Pelicans, including seven 3-pointers. That comes just in time because OG Anunoby's hot start seems to have cooled off. Winnable games ahead this week against Charlotte, Detroit and Toronto. Is Steve Kerr tightening his rotation a little? He only played 10 players against the Nuggets on Tuesday (although that was without an injured Draymond Green). He needs to, the team is dominating when Stephen Curry are on the court together, but beyond that the team's depth has let it down of late. Whether Golden State has enough shot creation outside of Curry to chase another NBA title is up for debate, but they have enough to win the NBA Cup. The Warriors advanced to the quarterfinals/knockout round and now travel to Houston to face a young and athletic Rockets squad. The NBA Cup was made for teams like Orlando — a young team on the rise who could use the boost of confidence and experience in a playoff-lite atmosphere. Among the promising signs for the Magic of late — outside the continued strong play from Franz Wagner as a scorer — is the return of Wendell Carter Jr. from injury, as well as Kentavious Caldwell-Pope starting to find his groove with his shot after a cold start. Nobody expected this team to thrive this way with Paolo Banchero out, and getting more from Carter and KCP can keep that run going. Memphis needs Ja Morant on the court, and he needs to think about his career and long-term health, but the idea of him dunking less — to reduce the risk of injuries — is still disappointing for we mere mortal fans. The Grizzlies are a respectable 6-4 without Morant this season. If there is one surprise player out of this draft, it's Jaylen Wells, the other guy the Grizzlies drafted — No. 39 out of Washington State — who has become a starter with this team and has knocked down 44 3-pointers this season, second among rookies (Dalton Knecht). Ivica Zubac has quietly put himself in the conversation for Defensive Player of the Year. The Clippers are fifth in the West standings — hanging with the likes of Memphis, Dallas and Phoenix — thanks to the No. 5 defense in the NBA this season (and they are doing it without Kawhi Leonard). Zubac is the anchor of that, not with raw counting stats — one block a game — but by being in good positions and playing an intelligent, physical game. The advanced defensive stats (such as they are) capture what Zubac is doing. The DPOY award probably ends up in the hands of that alien in San Antonio this season, but Zubac has to be discussed at least. At the quarter mark of the season, the first round of (way too early) NBA award conversations have started, and as much as voters may be hesitant to reward Nikola Jokic again, he is demanding it — 30.1 points, 13 rebounds and 10.4 assists a game this season while shooting 52.2% from 3. He is carrying a team where management keeps chipping away at the pieces around him, but during the regular season he can cover that up by just being better and better every year. Getting Aaron Gordon back healthy this past week will help with the depth and defensive concerns that Michael Malone has expressed. Kevin Durant is out again — this time for at least a week with a sprained ankle — and we've all seen the stat: Phoenix is 11-2 in games Durant plays and 1-6 in games he has missed. This injury comes at a softer spot in the schedule, which could mean more Devin Booker will be enough to get this team through. What people are sleeping on with Durant's MVP-level season is his defense: Opponents are shooting 38.4% on shots he defended, and the team's defense is 3.9 points per 100 possessions better with him on the court. The Suns will need a little more defense from Jusuf Nurkic and others with KD out. Milwaukee has won seven in a row (against a soft schedule, but still) and Giannis Antetokounmpo playing like an MVP is at the heart of that. In his last five games, Antetokounmpo has been averaging 36 points a night on 66% shooting, with 9.8 rebounds and 8.8 assists per game. That play has vaulted Milwaukee into the NBA Cup quarterfinals, where it is the top seed and will host Orlando next Tuesday in an elimination game. The 1st 40-PT triple-double of Giannis' career 42 PTS | 12 REB | 11 AST | 62.5 FG% | W get their 6th win in a row! — NBA (@NBA) The Heat have found something by putting the ball in Jimmy Butler's hands more and moving Terry Rozier to a bench role (although both are on the court to close games). It worked well, at least until Butler was out Monday night against Boston (a Heat loss). If the Heat continue to hang around the middle of the pack heading towards the trade deadline, the rumors of a Butler trade — Houston? — will only grow louder. The Timberwolves remain one of the hardest teams to get the pulse on in the league — are they the team that lost four straight in recent weeks, or the one that bounced back and beat both Los Angeles teams? — but they are in the midst of a stretch of games against other West teams with playoff designs, a series of games that feels like it will define their season. What we've seen so far are losses to the Rockets (in OT) and Kings, then beating the Lakers and Clippers. The Timberwolves now have 6-of-8 on the road, and by the end of that around Christmas we should have a better sense of this team. Maybe. Or maybe inconsistent is just who they are. Don't assume any lead is safe against the Spurs — they came from 17 down to beat the Sacramento Kings on the road Sunday, the team's third win coming back from 15 points or more down (hat tip to Paul Garcia, host of The Spot Up Podcast). San Antonio has a +16.2 net rating in the third quarter, that after having a negative net rating for the first half. In the fourth quarter they have a +1.3 net rating. San Antonio is home for its next four games, including facing Sacramento again. The Lakers need an elite offense to cover up for its 24th-ranked defense (that is dreadful in transition), and with a top-heavy roster, that means it needs LeBron James in particular to drive things, both scoring and as the primary playmaker. Which is an issue with LeBron in a slump: In his last five games, LeBron is averaging 16.6 points a game on 39.6% shooting overall and he has missed his last 19 3-point attempts. LeBron James has shot under 45% in each of his last six games, something he has not done since his rookie season. With that, the Lakers have a 102.4 offensive rating over their previous six games, which is 28th in the league over that time. The Lakers are 2-5 in their last seven games. The NBA Cup has given us something that promises to be a must-watch — Trae Young in Madison Square Garden with something on the line. Young revels in being public enemy No. 1 in that spotlight. While we could see a scoring outburst from Young in that game, his playmaking has been on display of late: Young has recorded double-digit assists in 7-of-8, and that has had some impact as the Hawks have won four in a row (including both ends of a home-and-home against Cleveland, the Hawks account for two of the Cavaliers three losses). This says everything you need to know about the Kings' search for answers right now: Jae Crowder went from unsigned journeyman to starting two games for the Kings last week. Sacramento can make a legitimate argument it has just been unlucky: The Kings have the fifth best clutch net rating in the NBA (+15.1 when games are within five points in the final five minutes) but are 5-8 in those games. The Kings have an overall net rating of +1.1, suggesting they should be 12-10, or at least 11-11, but instead they have dropped 6-of-8 and have slid down the West rankings. Maybe Tuesday's win over a quality Rockets team starts to right the ship. Andrew Nembhard returned from injury, which is a good sign because when the Pacers are healthy they roll out a strong starting five: Tyrese Haliburton, Nembhard, Pascal Siakam, Ben Mathurin and Myles Turner have a +14.2 net rating when they are on the court together, the problem is that has happened for just 76 minutes all season. Indiana needs to start winning on the road, it is 2-10 away from Gainbridge Field House, including 0-2 on the current road trip, and the Pacers have 7-of-9 coming up away from home. Chicago wanted this season to play out and see how Josh Giddey fit before offering him a contract extension. Well... it's a mixed bag. Giddey is averaging good counting stats — 12.1 points, 6.9 assists, 6.3 rebounds a game — but is shooting just 33.8% on 3-pointers and is a minus defender. On a team where Zach LaVine and Nikola Vucevic are tearing it up, and with Coby White seeing a reduced playmaking role, how much does Chicago want the ball in Giddey's hands long-term? While it would have been fun to see Detroit advance to the knockout round of the NBA Cup, the fact it got to 3-0 and was playing Milwaukee Tuesday for the right to advance is another sign of a step forward for this team this season (the Pistons didn't get their third win total last season until Dec. 30). It's good to have Cade Cunningham back from injury, the Pistons have gone 1-3 in games he's missed and their offense is 5.9 points per 100 possessions worse when he is off the court. Cam Thomas being out for 3-4 weeks with a strained hamstring will put pressure on others to create scoring opportunities, but it also will open up shots for guys such as Cameron Johnson, Dorian Finney-Smith, and Dennis Schroder, among others. It also is an opportunity for guys trying to get noticed (for their next contract), such as Ziaire Williams. The Nets have gone 1-3 in games Thomas has missed. The most entertaining of the struggling teams in the league, the Raptors are 4-3 since Scottie Barnes returned from injury. That includes Scottie Barnes going off for a career-high 35 points, plus adding nine assists and six rebounds in a win over the Pacers. Keep playing like this and the Raptors could leapfrog a couple of teams and move into the play-in mix in the East (they are currently two games back of the No. 10 seed). Here's all that matters in a discussion of Philly turning its season around: Joel Embiid remains out with no official timeline for his return. Paul George has been back for a couple of games but is sitting out a back-to-back Wednesday, which means he will have played in half of the 76ers game so far this season (10 of 20). The best thing to come out of Philly this week is how confused Kyle Lowry looks watching Jared McCain recording on TikTok. Jared McCain posting a Tik Tok with Kyle Lowry after the Sixers won against the Charlotte Hornets — Ahmed/The Ears/IG: BigBizTheGod (@big_business_) LaMelo Ball being out a couple of weeks with a calf strain hurts the Hornets on the court, and hurts their watchability for the rest of us. The Hornets have now dropped six straight, but only one by double-digits, if you're looking for the silver lining. Also, it's good to see Nick Richards back from a 16-game absence, Charlotte needs him along the front line. I thought the Deni Avdija pickup this offseason was a smart one for Portland, but he apparently left his shot behind before getting on the plane West. Avdija shot 37.4% from 3 last season and 56% inside the arc, but his season that has fallen off to 34.5% from 3, and it's worse on two-pointers where he is shooting 41.7%. Light schedule this week with a game against the Jazz then at the Lakers. Coach Will Hardy calling a timeout just as Collin Sexton was driving toward the basket for a potential game-winning shot was hard to watch. To be fair, Anthony Davis heard the whistle and stopped sliding over to contest the shot, it would not have been an easy one for Sexton, but Utah didn't get off a better shot after the timeout (and the Lakers set their defense). Walker Kessler showed off his potential as an old-school big in that game and had some Lakers' fans fantasizing about trading for him to go next to Davis (Los Angeles isn't going to meet Danny Ainge's asking price). Zion Williamson is out for at least another two weeks, the team announced, but the better word to use with him is "indefinitely." While CJ McCollum and Dejounte Murray have retuned from injury it hasn't changed anything, the Pelicans have dropped nine in a row and the questions now are exactly what does pulling the rip cord on this season look like and who gets traded at the deadline? 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Arne Slot celebrated Liverpool's against by saying the Spanish giants had become a "pain in the a--" for the club after ending a 15-year winless run against the reigning European champions. Second-half goals from and -- and both failed to score from the penalty spot in the second half -- sealed a the win for that maintained their 100% winning start to the Champions League and moved Slot's side two points clear of second-placed . With Liverpool failing to beat Madrid in their last six meetings, including Champions League finals in 2018 and 2022, Slot said it was important to finally beat the 15-time Champions League winners. "You know how special it is to play against a team that has won the Champions League so many times," Slot said. "They were a pain in the a-- for Liverpool for many years too. It is a big week and it is pleasing to see. "I think it is always good to win a game and especially a big game like this, you know you face so many quality players. "But this is such a strange and different set up in the Champions League and it is difficult to judge how important these wins are. "If we meet them [Madrid] in the last 16 and then we are able to beat them it would be a bigger statement." Despite now having a five-point cushion in the top eight, which will guarantee a place in the round of 16, Slot said it is too soon to know whether Liverpool have done enough to seal qualification. "I didn't have schedule in terms of amount of points I wanted," he said. "You want to implement the playing style as soon as possible. That is not difficult because it wasn't that different to Jürgen's [Klopp, his predecessor]. It is great to see not only the starters but the players coming on are doing as we expect. "If before the season I had counted points for this point in the season I wouldn't have done as much as we have now." Liverpool face in a crucial clash at Anfield on Sunday with Slot saying it is "too soon" to assess the extent of injuries to and . And the Liverpool manager said he will be backed by his family for the City clash after a visit from the Netherlands following his summer arrival from Feyenoord. "They took a few days off school to be here," Slot said. "They will here for Man City but it will not influence the game! "To have family around, it is always a good thing, because you don't have to be focused for 24 hours ... 18 hours maybe!"