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An amazing journey in Victoria hospitals, despite my cancer diagnosisHUNDREDS of people have staged a demonstration in Dublin in “utter solidarity” with Nikita Hand, who won a civil case against MMA fighter Conor McGregor. Ms Hand, who accused Mr McGregor of raping her in a Dublin hotel in December 2018, won her claim against him for damages in a civil case at the High Court in the Irish capital on Friday. She was described as “incredibly brave” and celebrated for “standing up for survivors” of assault by those who attended the demonstration in Dublin. Mr McGregor has said in social media posts that he intends to appeal against the decision. Monday’s protest march was organised by the socialist feminist movement group Rosa to mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. Participants chanted “stand with Nikita” and “no more fear, no more shaming – we reject your victim blaming” as they carried signs and banners through the capital’s streets. The demonstration was bookended by speeches from attendees including organisers Ruth Coppinger , a councillor and general election candidate for People Before Profit in Dublin West, and Natasha O’Brien , who became a national figure in activism on violence against women after a soldier received a suspended sentence for assaulting her. Ms Coppinger told the crowd that Ms Hand , who she characterised as “an incredibly brave woman”, was watching live video of the event remotely. She said Ms Hand was not attending personally as she needed time to recover after the civil case. She said the “overwhelming support of the Irish public is definitely with Nikita”. On a cold night in Dublin, Ms O’Brien was cheered as she told those gathered that she was “in awe” of Ms Hand’s courage. She said Ireland let out a collective “sigh of relief” after the jury in the civil case found in favour of Ms Hand in her case against Mr McGregor. “But, for me – it was a split second because in came all these questions flooding in: Why did Nikita have to fight alone?” She added: “This really hits home for me, it is like a kick in the guts.” She said she had cried “so many tears” over the weeks of the trial. Ms O’Brien said Ms Hand had refused to be ignored. Mr McGregor had faced an accusation that he “brutally raped and battered” Ms Hand at a hotel in south Dublin in December 2018. The Irish sports star previously told the court he had consensual sex with Ms Hand in a penthouse at the Beacon Hotel. Ms Hand was taken in an ambulance to the Rotunda Hospital the following day where she was assessed in the sexual assault treatment unit (SATU). A paramedic who examined Ms Hand the day after the assault had told the court she had not seen “someone so bruised” in a long time. Ms Hand broke down several times as she gave evidence for almost three days and sought a number of breaks. The jury had been told Ms Hand had to leave her job as a hairdresser and has not been able to work since, because of her mental health, that her relationship with her partner ended months after the incident, she had to move out of her home in Drimnagh, and her mortgage is now in arrears. After eight days of evidence and three days listening to closing speeches and the judge’s charge, the jury of eight women and four men spent six hours and 10 minutes deliberating before returning their verdict. The total amount of damages awarded to Ms Hand by the jury was €248,603.60. Speaking outside court on Friday, Ms Hand said she hoped her case would remind victims of assault to keep “pushing forward for justice”. She added: “I hope my story is a reminder that no matter how afraid you might be, speak up, you have a voice and keep on fighting for justice.”

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Award-Winning Author Patrick Finegan Releases New Novel - Toys in Babylon 11-25-2024 09:40 PM CET | Leisure, Entertainment, Miscellaneous Press release from: ABNewswire What happens when a quirky language app turns sinister? Murder, mayhem, and AI madness ensue in Toys in Babylon. Patrick Finegan is pleased to announce the release of his new novel, Toys in Babylon: A Language App Parody and Whodunnit, a riotously clever satire and murder mystery. This story takes readers on a madcap journey through the inner workings-and hilarious unraveling-of a wildly successful language-learning app. When the mascot and spokes-bear of a popular language app is found dead, chaos ensues. Was the culprit an ambitious executive, a disillusioned employee, a jilted lover, or perhaps one of the app's cartoon instructors-a charmingly animated AI with more intelligence than expected? 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Macron named former prime minister Elisabeth Borne, 63, education minister in a new cabinet under centrist Bayrou. Another former premier, Manuel Valls, 62, returned as overseas territories minister, while former interior minister Gerald Darmanin became justice minister. Both Defence Minister Sebastien Lecornu and Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot kept their jobs, the presidency said. Lecornu, a 38-year-old loyalist with a keen political nose, has served in every government since Macron's first election as president in 2017. Conservative Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau, who has vowed to crack down on illegal immigration, and right-wing Culture Minister Rachida Dati, also stayed in their posts. The difficult job of delivering a budget plan for next year falls to Eric Lombard, the 66-year-old head of public-sector lender Caisse des Depots (CDC), who was named economy minister. "I'm very proud of the team we're presenting this evening," Bayrou said on X, adding his "experienced" government would aim to "rebuild trust". The inclusion of two former prime ministers indicates Macron's desire for a heavyweight government that will enjoy stability and not share the fate of Bayrou's predecessor, Michel Barnier, ousted in a no-confidence vote following a standoff over an austerity budget. Bayrou had hoped to bring in figures from the left, right and centre to protect his government from possible censure, but his 35-member team does not include any representatives of the left-wing coalition New Popular Front, which has won the most seats in snap legislative elections this summer. Left-wing politicians were livid. "It's not a government, it's a provocation. The extreme right in power under the watchful eye of the extreme right," Socialist leader Olivier Faure said on X. Macron will gather Bayrou's team on January 3 for a first cabinet meeting, the presidency said. The priority for Bayrou, 73, is to make sure his government can survive a no-confidence vote and that it passes a cost-cutting budget for 2025. The unexpected comeback of Valls, premier from 2014 to 2016, as the head of the overseas territories ministry indicates the importance of the post after authorities were strongly criticised for their response to the deadly cyclone on the Indian Ocean territory of Mayotte, which killed at least 35 people. Darmanin had long been known to covet the post of foreign minister, but after days of intense discussions will have to content himself with the justice ministry. Just before the official announcement, heavyweight right-wing politician Xavier Bertrand announced he would not be part of the government. He alleged it had been formed with the implicit "backing" of far-right leader Marine Le Pen's National Rally, which will play a key role in ensuring its survival. "The prime minister informed me this morning, contrary to what he had proposed yesterday, that he was no longer in a position to entrust me with responsibility for the justice ministry due to opposition from National Rally," Bertrand said. Bertrand is a major irritant for the far right, which he has long opposed. The prime minister denied the far-right had influenced the composition of his government. "It is not true that any influence whatsoever was exerted on me," he told BFMTV. Le Pen warned that Bayrou's government "will have to change its methods, listen to its opponents and build a budget that takes account of the choices expressed at the ballot box". "Nothing can be done or decided behind the backs of eleven million French people," she said on X, referring to her supporters. The announcement came as France observed a day of mourning for victims in cyclone-hit Mayotte, France's poorest overseas territory. Bayrou was appointed on December 13. He is the sixth prime minister of Macron's mandate. France has been mired in deadlock since Macron gambled on snap elections this summer in the hopes of bolstering his authority. The move backfired, with voters electing a parliament fractured between three rival blocs. Le Pen suggested Macron has been weakened by months of political crisis, telling Le Parisien last week she was "preparing for an early presidential election." In an editorial for Le Figaro, Vincent Tremolet de Villers wrote: "Macron-Bayrou, the government of the last chance." bur-as/phz

Big Boom AJ suffered broken foot at AEW Full GearNEW YORK , Nov. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Modal , a serverless compute platform designed for AI workloads, today announced it signed a Strategic Collaboration Agreement (SCA) with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to help businesses — from startups to enterprises — develop and deploy artificial intelligence (AI) products faster through its purpose-built platform for graphics processing unit (GPU)-accelerated workloads. Modal's platform enables AI teams to quickly spin up GPU-enabled containers in as little as one second, facilitating rapid iteration and seamless autoscaling for production workloads. By leveraging the security, resiliency, and scalability of AWS, Modal has experienced rapid growth, attracting generative AI startups seeking flexible, powerful compute without the need for long-term commitments or extensive infrastructure management. "We're excited to deepen our collaboration with AWS, as their infrastructure empowers us to better serve the growing ecosystem of AI companies," said Erik Bernhardsson , founder and CEO of Modal. "Together, we aim to accelerate the development and deployment of the next generation of AI applications by providing a seamless, scalable platform that works with the AWS services our customers already rely on." Modal's platform abstracts away the complexities of GPU infrastructure management, allowing AI teams to focus on building innovative solutions. By combining Modal's seamless developer experience with the breadth and depth of AWS services, customers can leverage the best of both worlds – a purpose-built platform for AI workloads backed by the proven scalability, performance, and security of AWS. Mike Cohen , Head of AI & ML Engineering at Substack, a Modal customer, shared, "Our ML team loves Modal because it accelerates research and development, and deployment, while seamlessly integrating with our AWS-based infrastructure. This strategic collaboration will make it easier for us to build even more ambitious machine learning (ML) and AI features in the future." "At AWS, we're committed to supporting innovative companies that drive technological advancement and address critical customer needs," said Jon Jones , Vice President and Global Head of AWS Startups. "Modal's traction in providing flexible, scalable, and immediate access to GPU resources for AI companies is impressive. We believe Modal's offering has the potential to empower many leading AI companies to build and scale their solutions more effectively. We look forward to working closely with Modal to help them deliver positive outcomes for their customers." This collaboration underscores the value of Modal and AWS to provide flexibility and unlock greater business value for customers across industries. As part of this collaboration, Modal will enhance its enterprise offering, including listing in AWS Marketplace and investing in technical integrations like AWS PrivateLink, to better serve customers with specific security and privacy requirements. Modal will also showcase its container technology for AI at AWS re:Invent in December 2024 . For more information please visit: https://modal.com/ Media Contact: [email protected] SOURCE ModalCognex director Anthony Sun sells $1.04 million in stock

Teoscar Hernández wanted to stay with the Dodgers . The Dodgers wanted to keep Teoscar Hernández. As the sides grinded through a weeks-long negotiation for the free-agent outfielder this offseason, those truths never wavered. And on Friday, those desires finally came to fruition, with Hernández agreeing to re-sign with the Dodgers on a three-year, $66-million deal, according to a person with knowledge of the situation who wasn’t authorized to speak publicly, that will bring back one of the most popular, productive and important players from last season’s World Series team. The deal, which also includes a $15-million option for a fourth season as ESPN reported, serves as the latest move in the Dodgers’ offseason, as they try to defend their championship in 2025. Retaining Hernández was one of the biggest tasks the Dodgers faced this offseason. The 32-year-old slugger batted .272 last season with 33 home runs and 99 RBIs, earning his second All-Star selection after signing a one-year, $23.5-million deal the previous offseason. He delivered some of the most important hits of the Dodgers’ triumphant trek through the postseason, including a key home run in Game 5 of the National League Division Series against the San Diego Padres and the game-tying double in the Dodgers’ comeback win over the New York Yankees in Game 5 of the World Series. Although the Dodgers never engaged Hernández’s camp in contract talks during the season, the Dominican star repeatedly voiced his desire to stay in Los Angeles after the season. During the Dodgers’ championship rally, he got choked up with emotion while addressing the crowd. The question was whether Hernández and the Dodgers could come together on a more lucrative, long-term deal — the kind that failed to materialize for Hernández last winter, prompting him to sign his one-year deal with the Dodgers last year and rebuild his stock with a resurgent 2024. “The Dodgers are the priority obviously,” Hernández said after the championship parade last month . “I’m going to do everything in my power to come back.” Conversations between the Dodgers and Hernández’s camp began early in the offseason, but talks didn’t intensify until the days leading up to the winter meetings, according to people with knowledge of the situation but not authorized to speak publicly. More wrenches were thrown into the process when Juan Soto’s record signing with the New York Mets created new potential suitors in Hernández’s free agency, as the next-best free-agent outfielder on the open market. The Dodgers also signed an outfielder of their own, replenishing their thin depth at the position with a one-year, $17-million contract for veteran Michael Conforto. That led to something of a waiting game at the winter meetings. The sides were relatively close, people with knowledge of the situation said. But talks did encounter some sticking points. “I know that he has talked about wanting to [stay in Los Angeles], I know that we have talked about wanting him to, so again, that’s helpful — but it’s not everything,” president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman said during winter meetings, in rather foreboding remarks that hinted at strains in the process. “He and his family get to go through the interest and figure out what makes the most sense for them,” Friedman added. “So, while we’re hopeful, at the same time, if he ends up signing somewhere else, we have no choice but to wish him well.” Instead, in the end, the two camps found a way to hammer out a happy reunion. Now, Hernández’s time in Los Angeles will last more than one triumphant year. And as the Dodgers map out a route to repeat as champions in 2025, the three-time Silver Slugger figures prominently in their plans. With Mookie Betts expected to return to shortstop next season, Hernández appears to be a candidate to be the everyday right fielder — his strongest defensive position after splitting time in the opposite corner of the outfield last season. Hernández likely will reprise his role as a run-producer behind the star trio of Shohei Ohtani , Betts and Freddie Freeman as well. Last year, Hernández’s .943 on-base-plus-slugging percentage with runners in scoring position ranked second on the team, while his 99 RBIs were seventh-most in the NL. Hernández also became an integral part of a clubhouse culture the Dodgers repeatedly cited as a factor for their success in October. His showering of sunflower seeds on teammates following home runs became a regular celebration. He was among the first players to forge a relationship with Ohtani in spring training, and younger players like Andy Pages also benefited from Hernández’s presence. Those factors made the nine-year veteran seem like a no-brainer to bring back, but his negotiations with the team were not without roadblocks. Hernández is entering the back half of his career and will have to try to ward off the statistical regression that often ensnares sluggers as they age. Even though he raised his OPS from a career-low .741 in 2023 (playing for the Seattle Mariners in pitcher-friendly T-Mobile Park) to .840 with the Dodgers (the second-highest mark of his career for a full season), he also struck out 188 times, continuing a career-long habit of high swing-and-miss rates. And in order to re-sign Hernández, the team’s pushed its luxury tax payroll past last year’s total of $353 million, according to Cot’s Baseball Contracts, setting them up for heavy tax penalties again in 2025. Yet, had the club missed on Hernández, it would have had to look elsewhere to round out its outfield depth chart. So, in the end, the Dodgers stayed engaged with the name they were most familiar with, locking up Hernández after his contributions to their title-winning team, ensuring he will remain a key part of their championship defense, too.Canadian Ministers' Diplomacy Blitz at Mar-a-Lago to Thwart Tariffs

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Canada’s real estate sector is slowly rising from its slump due to the ongoing rate-cutting cycle. Industry experts believe the Bank of Canada has rescued the housing market, particularly by its rate actions. Buyers have returned after four rate reductions; more will come out if there’s another cut in December. According to the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), the October 2024 home sales are back to historical levels. On the investment front, market analysts say real estate investment trusts (REITs) are big winners and . Many income-focused investors will invest in REITs again for two reasons: high dividend yields and monthly cash payouts. The payout frequency of most outside the real estate sector is quarterly. At $13.97 per share, ( ) is a logical pick. The $10.2 billion REIT, one of Canada’s established and largest institutional landlords, deserves serious attention. Besides its scale and size, the dividend yield is a hefty 5.44%. If you can accumulate 2,370 shares ($33,108.90), your investment transforms to $150 in monthly passive income. Choice Properties belongs to the strip center in the property sector. The REIT owns 705 high-quality properties, 82% of which are necessity-based retail properties (572). A unique competitive advantage is its long-standing strategic relationship with . The tenancy of the iconic Canadian retailer versus the total portfolio is 57%. Other prominent anchor tenants outside Loblaw banners contributing to stable and growing cash flows are and . The 122 industrial properties are well-located, while the 11 mixed-use and residential properties are transit-oriented. There are approximately 47 properties under development. Choice Properties enjoys a high 97.7% occupancy rate as of September 30, 2024. The weighted average lease term (WALT) is 5.9 years (6.2 years for Loblaw). Management said the pipeline, including retail intensifications and near-term industrial development, is positioned for growth and should drive medium and long-term value. In the three months ending September 30, 2024, Choice Properties incurred a net loss of $662.9 million compared to a $435.9 million net income in the third quarter (Q3) of 2023. Still, its chief executive officer (CEO), Rael Diamond, said it was another quarter of strong operational and financial performance. Rental revenue increased 4.6% year over year to $339.9 million. Diamond also notes the increasing demand from retail tenants for the REIT’s necessity-based neighbourhood centers and strong leasing spreads in the industrial portfolio. One of the key objectives of Choice Properties is to provide unitholders with stable, predictable and reliable long-term growth. A review of the REIT’s dividend history shows that monthly cash dividends have been consistent since January 2017. Easing interest rates, population growth and favourable economic trends are tailwinds for Canada’s real estate landscape. The bounce back of the housing market augurs well and will positively impact REITs. Established REITs like Choice Properties are ideal for portfolio diversification, not to mention monthly cash flow streams. You get a good deal at less than $15.After Trump’s win, Black women are rethinking their role as America’s reliable political organizersElway: Remorse over passing on Allen mitigated by play of Nix

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GUELPH, Ontario, Dec. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — (TSX: HPS.A) The Board of Directors of Hammond Power Solutions Inc. (“HPS”) declared a quarterly cash dividend of twenty-seven and a half cents ($0.275) per Class A Subordinate Voting Share of HPS and a quarterly cash dividend of twenty-seven and a half cents ($0.275) per Class B Common Share of HPS payable on December 20, 2024, to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 13, 2024. The ex-dividend date is December 13, 2024. HPS designates the entire amount of this taxable dividend to be an “eligible dividend” for purposes of the Income Tax Act (Canada), as amended from time to time. This notice meets the requirements of the Income Tax Act (Canada). Please contact your tax advisor if you have any questions with regard to the designation of the eligible dividend. This press release contains forward-looking statements, which are not guarantees or assurances of future performance. Because forward-looking statements are related to the future, they are subject to inherent uncertainties, risks and changes in circumstances that may differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements can generally be identified, but not limited to, the use of words such as “may”, “will”, “could”, “should”, “would”, “likely”, “expect”, “intend”, “estimate”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “plan”, “objective” and “continue” and words and expressions of similar import. Although HPS believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, such statements involve risks and uncertainties, and undue reliance should not be placed on such statements. The declaration, timing, amount and payment of any future dividends remains at the discretion of HPS’ Board of Directors. HPS undertakes no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement, except as required by applicable securities laws. Hammond Power Solutions Inc. (“HPS” or the “Company”) enables electrification through its broad range of dry-type transformers, power quality products and related magnetics. HPS’ standard and custom-designed products are essential and ubiquitous in electrical distribution networks through an extensive range of end-user applications. The Company has manufacturing plants in Canada, the United States (U.S.), Mexico and India and sells its products around the globe. HPS shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange and trade under the symbol HPS.A. Hammond Power Solutions – Energizing Our World For further information, please contact: David Feick Investor Relations (519) 822-2441 x453 ir@hammondpowersolutions.com

Miami enters the week still stunned after losing its fourth straight game. Next up, the Hurricanes will play host to Arkansas on Tuesday night in Coral Gables, Fla., as part of the ACC/SEC Challenge. Miami (3-4) lost on Saturday afternoon to Charleston Southern, a team that entered with a 1-7 record. Arkansas (5-2) is coming off a Thanksgiving loss to Illinois on a neutral floor in Kansas City, Mo. "We've got a lot to learn," said John Calipari, in his first season coaching Arkansas. "We really haven't scrimmaged because we haven't had 10 guys (due to injuries). "But this team is going to be fine." The same thing cannot confidently be said about the Hurricanes. Their first three defeats of the current skid were tough for Miami to take, losing to Drake, Oklahoma State and VCU on a neutral court as part of the Charleston Classic. But the loss to Charleston Southern -- which was a 25-point underdog -- has to be considered among the worst in Miami history. Hurricanes coach Jim Larranaga was without point guard Nijel Pack, who missed the contest due to a lower-body injury. Pack leads Miami in scoring (15.2) and assists (4.7). There are no reports on how long he will be out. With Pack unavailable, five-star freshman Jalil Bethea made his first college start. However, the 6-foot-5 shooting guard has not yet played up to his ranking. Bethea is averaging 6.3 points, 1.1 rebounds and 0.7 assists. He is also shooting 30.0 percent on 3-pointers. Miami ranks 284th in the nation in rebounds and 259th in blocked shots. "We haven't been able to put together a solid defensive effort," Larranaga said following the loss to Charleston Southern. "Some of it has to do with fundamentals. Some of it has to do with athletic ability. Some of it has to do with size." Tuesday's game will match two veteran coaches: Larranaga, 75, and Calipari, 65. Calipari brought in seven transfers and five freshmen for his first season in Fayetteville. Two of those transfers -- 6-foot-8 wing Adou Thiero and 7-foot-2 center Zvonimir Ivisic -- were signed after leaving Kentucky, Calipari's previous stop. Thiero leads Arkansas in scoring (19.1), rebounds (5.9) and steals (2.9). Ivisic leads Arkansas in blocks (2.7) while ranking third in points (12.1). Freshman Boogie Fland, a McDonald's All-American, has made a quick transition to college ball. The 6-foot-2 point guard is second on the team in scoring (15.9) and steals (1.9) and first in assists (4.9). Among Arkansas' bench pieces are 6-foot-11 Tennessee transfer Jonas Aidoo and 6-foot-10 Arkansas holdover Trevon Brazile. Their combined 92 college starts illustrate Arkansas' depth. "The ceiling is there," Calipari said. "But we need to be the aggressors." --Field Level MediaTopline California’s plan to offer electric car tax credits if President-elect Donald Trump cuts off federal incentives has a catch: It may not include rebates for customers of Tesla, the most popular EV brand, eliciting a strongly worded response from the company’s Trump-friendly CEO Elon Musk. Key Facts What Does Trump’s Ev Credit Saga Mean For Tesla? Much has been made in recent months about Trump’s potential repeal of the federal EV tax credit and the potential drag it would be on sales for Tesla, considering the rebates dangle a hefty effective discount to prospective car buyers. Though Wall Street analysts have largely agreed the end of the federal program would hurt other EV makers more than they would Tesla given the Musk-led company’s dominant market share, the potential for new roadblocks in the crucial California market may provide a new challenge for the company. “If credits go away, further pricing actions may be needed,” UBS analyst Joseph Spak wrote in a Monday note to clients, teasing the potential for more price cuts from Tesla, which would eat into the firm’s wobbling profit margins. Big Number 35%. That’s the percentage of all U.S.-registered electric-only vehicles from California, according to the Department of Energy. California’s 1.26 million EVs are nearly five times greater than the amount registered in the next closest state, Florida. News Peg Shares of Tesla declined 4% in Monday trading but remain up more than 30% since Election Day, a surge tied to investors’ optimism regarding Musk’s close relationship with Trump would help create more favorable oversight of the automaker. “The rise in Tesla stock is mostly driven by animal spirits” rather than fundamental changes to its business outlook, according to Spak, who has a sell rating for the stock. It’s unclear whether Monday’s decline for Tesla was tied to the California EV credit news, though its share price was down more than 6% from its morning peak by market close. Key Background Musk has feuded with the state of California and Newsom for years, moving Tesla’s corporate headquarters from Silicon Valley to Texas in 2021, coinciding with the start of his shift toward right-wing politics. The richest person ever calculated by Forbes, Musk donated more than $100 million toward Trump’s election efforts and is Trump’s self-described “first buddy,” advising the president-elect on various policy issues. Forbes Valuation We estimate Musk’s net worth at $330.7 billion, making him the wealthiest person on Earth by a wide margin. Further ReadingLankaPay, Sri Lanka’s national payment network, was honoured with the Best Public-Private Partnership Award at the prestigious ASOCIO 2024 Awards, held on 7 November 2024. This was an important agenda item of the ASOCIO Digital Summit 2024 held in Tokyo, Japan. This recognition highlights the success of LankaPay’s unique business model and the importance of collaborating with both government and private sector entities to advance Sri Lanka’s digital financial ecosystem to drive the nation towards a digitally enabled economy. The ASOCIO Digital Summit 2024, organised by the Asian-Oceanian Computing Industry Organisation (ASOCIO), is one of the most influential events in the Asia-Pacific region, bringing together thought leaders, industry experts and government officials to discuss the impact and the future of digital technology innovations. ASOCIO, established in 1984, is a prominent network representing ICT associations across 24 countries in the Asia-Oceania region. The organisation aims to promote collaboration, knowledge-sharing and the adoption of digital technologies across the region. LankaPay’s receipt of the Best Public-Private Partnership Award at ASOCIO 2024 is a testament to the company’s leadership in creating an efficient, resilient and secure digital payment infrastructure in Sri Lanka. Through strategic partnerships with the government, financial institutions, large private sector organisations and SMEs, LankaPay has significantly contributed to enhancing financial inclusion in the country by providing secure, affordable and accessible financial services to every Sri Lankan. LankaPay has become the cornerstone of Sri Lanka’s digital economy, offering a wide range of services, facilitating real-time interbank payments and enhancing mobile wallets, online banking and contactless payment solutions. LankaPay’s commitment to security has been instrumental in its long-term success. By ensuring the protection of user data and financial transactions via international best-in-class security certifications, the company has built a trusted platform that facilitates secure payments across Sri Lanka. These secure services have empowered businesses, government agencies and individuals across the country to securely carry out both online and on-premise digital financial transactions. LankaPay network has helped bridge critical gaps in financial access, particularly in underserved regions and enabled millions of Sri Lankans to be a part of a digitally enabled economy. This award recognises the strength of LankaPay’s collaboration with key stakeholders, including Sri Lanka’s Central Bank, all licensed commercial banks and other government entities. By working together, these organisations have created an inclusive digital payments network that benefits individuals, businesses and the national economy. LankaPay’s success story is one of achieving collective objectives, demonstrating the power of collaboration between the public and private sector to advance financial inclusion and drive economic growth. ASOCIO’s recognition of LankaPay at the ASOCIO Digital Summit 2024 is a significant milestone in the company’s journey of over two decades and a proud moment for Sri Lanka. The importance of LankaPay’s role in advancing the digital financial services sector in Sri Lanka and setting a benchmark for the region is further highlighted via this award. As a leading regional organisation, ASOCIO plays a pivotal role in promoting the growth of ICT and digital technologies across the Asia-Pacific region. Its annual summit serves as an important platform for discussing trends, sharing insights and forging new partnerships in the ever-evolving digital landscape. As LankaPay looks to its future, the company remains focused on its mission to provide secure, inclusive, accessible and affordable digital financial solutions while expanding to facilitate cross-border financial transactions by partnering with regional payment networks. This would help the country to attract much needed foreign exchange and overcome the current financial crisis. The Best Public-Private Partnership Award is a powerful motivator for LankaPay to continue innovating and expanding its services while advancing its commitment to further strengthening the existing partnerships and continuing to contribute towards driving Sri Lanka towards a digitally enabled economy.

SIERRA VISTA — Canyon Vista Medical Center (CVMC) is proud to announce it was the first in Cochise County to successfully implant the Abbott CardioMEMSTM HF System, a device designed to manage heart failure and improve patient outcomes. On November 19, cardiologist Dr. Vinay Sanghi successfully completed the procedure marking a significant advancement in the hospital’s cardiovascular program. “The first implant of the CardioMEMs device at Canyon Vista Medical Center marks a significant technological advancement in heart failure management,” shared Dr. Sanghi. “This partnership highlights the center’s commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology to improve patient outcomes.”Remy Ma Initiates A New Rule In Her Chrome 23 League, She’s Retaliating Against Any Battle Rapper Rapping Something Crazy About HerNone

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy took part in some light throwing on Monday after missing his first career game because of an injury and the 49ers are hoping he can return this week. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy took part in some light throwing on Monday after missing his first career game because of an injury and the 49ers are hoping he can return this week. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy took part in some light throwing on Monday after missing his first career game because of an injury and the 49ers are hoping he can return this week. Purdy hurt his throwing shoulder during a loss to Seattle on Nov. 17. Purdy underwent two MRIs last week that showed no structural damage. But Purdy he felt discomfort after making a few throws at practice on Thursday and was shut down for the game at Green Bay on Sunday that San Francisco lost 38-10. Coach Kyle Shanahan said Monday that Purdy made it through the session without pain and will rest on Tuesday and hopefully be able to return to practice on Wednesday as the Niners prepare to play at Buffalo this coming week. “We rested it throughout the weekend hoping that would help,” Shanahan said. “He threw lighter today to see if that rest helps and the rest did help him. So we’ll see again, going through the same things we did last week. We’re going to let him rest all the way up to Wednesday. We’ll see how it feels on Wednesday and then we’ll take the exact same course throughout the week. Hopefully it responds better this week than it did last week with the rest.” Brandon Allen went 17 for 29 for 199 yards with a touchdown, an interception and a lost fumble in his first start since the 2021 season. Allen would play once again if Purdy is unable to go on Sunday at Buffalo. Purdy wasn’t the only star player missing for the 49ers on Sunday with defensive end Nick Bosa missing the game with injuries to his left hip and oblique and left tackle Trent Williams out with an ankle injury. “Just waiting to see how they respond,” Shanahan said. “They didn’t respond great last week. That’s why they weren’t able to go. Nick and Trent are both in the same boat. ... We’ll evaluate as this week progresses and hopefully it turns a better corner than it did last week.” In other injury news, linebacker Dre Greenlaw will return to practice this week for the first time since tearing his Achilles tendon in the Super Bowl last season. Greenlaw will likely need at least a couple of weeks of practice before being able to return to play. Offensive lineman Jon Feliciano will be shut down for the rest of the season after his knee injury didn’t fully heal. Feliciano’s three-week practice window ended Monday and the Niners decided to keep him on injured reserve instead of activating him. Left guard Aaron Banks, defensive tackle Jordan Elliott and receiver Jacob Cowing all remain in concussion protocol to start this week and their status is unknown. Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. Right guard Dominick Puni (shoulder) and cornerback Deommodore Lenoir (knee) underwent MRIs on Monday and the team is waiting for results. Cornerback Renardo Green (neck) and linebacker Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles (knee) are day to day. Defensive tackle Kevin Givens is expected to return to practice this week after missing the past four games with a groin injury. ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl Advertisement AdvertisementSuns expect Kevin Durant, Bradley Beal to play vs. LakersCDA, NAB join hands to strengthen transparency, accountability'Political hijacking': Ranting Trump celebrates dismissal motion of Jack Smith's case

Frydenberg impact “huge” – Guide Dogs Victoria breaks silenceSAN JOSE – The San Jose Sharks activated center Nico Sturm off injured reserve Monday and made room for him on the 23-man roster by assigning defenseman Jack Thompson to the AHL’s San Jose Barracuda. The transactions mean that the Sharks currently have 14 forwards, six defensemen, and three goalies: Mackenzie Blackwood, Vitek Vanecek, and rookie Yaroslav Askarov. Sturm’s return to the Sharks’ active roster was believed to be imminent after he showed signs of improvement last week and practiced with the team on Sunday. He also took part in the Sharks’ morning skate on Monday, when he was officially considered a game-time decision by coach Ryan Warsofsky. The Sharks play the Los Angeles Kings on Monday night in the second game of a four-game homestand. Warsofsky did not say who his starting goalie would be. Warsofsky said he had a few players who were “nicked up” and considered game-time decisions, although it would be a surprise not to see Sturm, a mainstay as the Sharks’ fourth-line center, play against the Kings. Sturm, injured in the Sharks’ game earlier this month against the New York Rangers, is the Sharks’ faceoff leader by percentage and is one of the team’s leading penalty-killing forwards. Thompson has been on the Sharks’ roster for almost the entire season and played in 13 of the team’s 23 games. His five points are third-most among all Sharks defensemen, as he’s averaged just under 16 minutes of ice time per game. The Sharks have had three goalies on their roster since Nov. 18, when they recalled Askarov from the Barracuda. At the time, Vanecek was considered day-to-day with an upper-body injury, but Vanecek backed up Blackwood on Saturday in the Sharks’ 4-2 loss to the Buffalo Sabres. Askarov made his Sharks debut on Thursday, making 29 saves in a 3-2 shootout loss to the St. Louis Blues. It’s unclear how long the Sharks plan to keep three goalies on their active roster. Both Blackwood and Vanecek are pending unrestricted free agents, and speculation is that one could be dealt to another team before the NHL trade deadline on March 7. Kevin Weekes of ESPN and the NHL Network posted on the social media platform X on Monday that the Carolina Hurricanes “are exploring potential goalie options in the market.” Frederik Andersen is out eight to 12 weeks after knee surgery, and Pyotr Kochetkov left Saturday’s game at Columbus after colliding with defenseman Sean Walker. Kochetkov is now in concussion protocol.