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2love Xiaomi has revealed its laptops for 2025, now open for pre-orders on in China. These laptops will officially launch on January 1, 2025. Designed as mid-range options, they come with the latest Intel Core processors, offering strong performance for work, multitasking, and everyday use. The laptops also provide generous storage options, making them great for handling large files and running multiple apps smoothly. They are built to meet the needs of students, professionals, and casual users. More details about their features are expected soon. Xiaomi Redmi Book 14/16 Pre-Order Details The Redmi Book 14 and 16 laptops are now available for pre-order ahead of their January launch. They carry the Intel Core i5-220H processor from the Raptor Lake-H Refresh series, released in late 2024. This chip balances power and efficiency with 4 performance cores and 8 efficiency cores, reaching speeds up to 4.9 GHz. Hyper-Threading technology allows it to handle 16 tasks at the same time, making it excellent for multitasking. The laptops come in three configurations: 16GB of RAM with a 512GB SSD. 16GB of RAM with a 1TB SSD. 32GB of RAM with a 1TB SSD, perfect for heavy tasks like video editing or advanced applications. These choices let users pick the right model based on their needs, from light use to professional work. Xiaomi showed off the Redmi Book 16 during the “Lu Weibing Annual Summary” event. It has a silver-grey finish with a new letter-style Redmi logo, giving it a clean and modern look. The laptop can handle up to 47W of power, thanks to improved cooling. It also offers long battery life, lasting up to 19.05 hours per charge, made possible by AI-powered battery management. Real-world tests will confirm this performance. The laptops run on Xiaomi’s HyperOS 2, designed to integrate smoothly with other Xiaomi devices. With HyperOS Connect, users can link their laptops and smartphones for a seamless experience. The Redmi Book 14 and 16 will launch in China on January 1, 2025, alongside the smartphone.TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Snoop Dogg has nearly as many ties to football as he does to rap music. The entertainer coached youth football for years and created the Snoop League, an after-school program for inner city Los Angeles youths. Snoop has been a guest analyst on football broadcasts and his son, Cordell Broadus, played Division I football. When Snoop took his latest step, becoming the sponsor of a bowl game, he had a demand: Find a way for all players in the game to receive name, image and likeness (NIL) money. “This was Snoop's idea,” said Kym Adair, executive director of the Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl presented by Gin & Juice. “He was having conversations with people he knows in the college football world and I got a call that said he wants us to be the first bowl to make this commitment and that's what we did.” The beneficiaries are Colorado State and Miami (Ohio), who will conclude their seasons Saturday at Arizona Stadium in the Arizona Bowl. The bowl is classified as a 501(c)(3), so all revenue goes to charity. And, being one of the few bowls not tied to ESPN, it opens the door for unique sponsorship opportunities. The bowl was previously sponsored by Barstool Sports and the digital media company used its own cast of characters on the broadcast, which was streamed on its digital platforms. Snoop Dogg takes over this year. The rapper/entertainer is the latest celebrity to sponsor a bowl, following the footsteps of Jimmy Kimmel and Rob Gronkowski at the LA Bowl. And, Snoop being Snoop, he wanted to put his own spin on his own bowl. “College football fans are exhausted by the constant talk around NIL, conference realignment, coach movement, transfer portal and super conferences,” Snoop said in a video posted on social media. “So it’s time that we get back to the roots of college football — when it was focused on the colleges, the players and the competition, the community, the fan experience and the pageantry.” With that will be an NIL component. The bowl can't pay players just for playing in the bowl, but both teams participated in football clinics on Friday and will get paid for their services. Other bowls have given single players NIL opportunities, but this is believed to be the first to offer it to every player on both teams. “I love the fact that the Arizona Bowl is unique and tries new things, and obviously having Snoop here is unique,” Colorado State coach Jay Norvell said. “The NIL component, it’s the future. It’s what football has become now. We think it’s fantastic for our kids and then the interaction with the kids is the hidden gem of the whole thing.” The NIL component of the Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl comes a month after a similar effort in The Players Era Festival basketball tournament in Las Vegas. The eight-team tournament said it paid out $9 million in NIL money to participating players for activities outside the competition. It also offered $50 million in NIL opportunities over the next three years for services and activities compliant with NCAA regulations. Are the Players Era Festival and Arizona Bowl the start of a new future? It is not out of the question in big-time college athletics, where schools are already preparing for the era of revenue sharing with players next year. “Revenue sharing between the players and the athletic departments is already on the horizon, so whether that takes the place of these types of arrangements or they're completely separate has yet to be determined," Adair said. "We're just trying to be flexible, ahead of the curve and make an impact any way we can.” Just the way Snoop wants it. Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-footballAnge Postecoglou: 'It's a challenge as to how we navigate this process to keep our players healthy'NEW YORK — As a Democrat who immersed himself in political news during the presidential campaign, Ziad Aunallah has much in common with many Americans since the election. He’s tuned out. “People are mentally exhausted,” said Aunallah, 45, of San Diego. “Everyone knows what is coming and we are just taking some time off.” Television ratings — and now a new poll — clearly illustrate the phenomenon. About two-thirds of American adults say they have recently felt the need to limit media consumption about politics and government because of overload, according to the survey from the Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research. Smaller percentages of Americans are limiting their intake of news about overseas conflicts, the economy or climate change, the poll says. Politics stand out. Election news on CNN and MSNBC was taking up too much of Sam Gude’s time before the election, said the 47-year-old electrician from Lincoln, Nebraska. “The last thing I want to watch right now is the interregnum,” said Gude, a Democrat and no fan of President-elect Donald Trump. Related Story: Poll Finds More Democrats Than Republicans Stepping Away From News The poll, conducted in early December, found that about 7 in 10 Democrats say they are stepping back from political news. The percentage isn’t as high for Republicans, who have reason to celebrate Trump’s victory. Still, about 6 in 10 Republicans say they’ve felt the need to take some time off too, and the share for independents is similar. The differences are far starker for the TV networks that have been consumed by political news. After election night through Dec. 13, the prime-time viewership of MSNBC was an average of 620,000, down 54% from the pre-election audience this year, the Nielsen company said. For the same time comparison, CNN’s average of 405,000 viewers was down 45%. At Fox News Channel, a favorite news network for Trump fans, the post-election average of 2.68 million viewers is up 13%, Nielsen said. Since the election, 72% of the people watching one of those three cable networks in the evening were watching Fox News, compared to 53% prior to election day. A post-election slump for fans of the losing candidate is not a new trend for networks that have become heavily identified for a partisan audience. MSNBC had similar issues after Trump was elected in 2016. Same for Fox in 2020, although that was complicated by anger: many of its viewers were outraged then by the network’s crucial election night call of Arizona for the Democratic presidential candidate, Joe Biden, and sought alternatives. MSNBC had its own anger issues after several “Morning Joe” viewers became upset that hosts Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski visited Trump shortly after his victory last month. Yet while the show’s ratings are down 35% since Election Day, that’s a smaller drop than the network’s prime-time ratings. CNN points out that while it has been suffering in the television ratings, its streaming and digital ratings have been consistent. Related Story: Will Political Interest Rebound When Trump Takes Office? MSNBC can take some solace in history. In previous years, network ratings bounce back when the depression after an election loss lifts. When a new administration takes office, people who oppose it are frequently looking for a gathering place. “I’ll be tuning back in once the clown show starts,” Aunallah said. “You have no choice. Whether or not you want to hear it, it’s happening. If you care about your country, you have no choice but to pay attention.” But the ride may not be smooth. MSNBC’s slide is steeper than it was in 2016; and there’s some question about whether Trump opponents will want to be as engaged as they were during his first term. People are also unplugging from cable television in rates that are only getting more rapid, although MSNBC believes it has bucked this trend eating away at audiences before. The poll indicates that Americans want less talk about politics from public figures in general. After an election season where endorsements from celebrities like Taylor Swift made headlines, the survey found that Americans are more likely to disapprove than approve of celebrities, large companies and professional athletes speaking out about politics. Still, Gude is among those discovering other ways to get news to which he does want to pay attention, including on YouTube. MSNBC is also in the middle of some corporate upheaval that raises questions about potential changes. Parent company Comcast announced last month that the cable network is among some properties that will spin off into a new company, which will give MSNBC new corporate leadership and cut its ties to NBC News. Related Story: Advice for Networks Who Want to See the Viewers Return Some of the Americans who have turned away from political news lately also had some advice for getting them engaged again. Gude said, for example, that MSNBC will always have a hard-core audience of Trump haters. But if the network wants to expand its audience, “then you have to talk about issues, and you have to stop talking about Trump.” Kathleen Kendrick, a 36-year-old sales rep from Grand Junction, Colorado, who’s a registered independent voter, said she hears plenty of people loudly spouting off about their political opinions on the job. She wants more depth when she watches the news. Much of what she sees is one-sided and shallow, she said. “You get a story but only part of a story,” Kendrick said. “It would be nice if you could get both sides, and more research.” Aunallah, similarly, is looking for more depth and variety. He’s not interested “in watching the angry man on the corner yelling at me anymore,” he said. “It’s kind of their own fault that I’m not watching,” he said. “I felt they spent all this time talking about the election. They made it so much of their focus that when the main event ends, why would people want to keep watching?”

Raymond James Financial Inc. stock underperforms Friday when compared to competitorsThe Bay Ridge Manor was filled with festive cheer as the New York State Young Republicans hosted their 27th annual holiday gala. The theme celebrated the growing Republican presence in New York’s outer boroughs, and the Dec. 19 event brought together party leaders, elected officials and young conservatives for an evening of unity and inspiration. Brooklyn GOP Chairman Richard Barsamian and New York State Republican Party Chairman Ed Cox were among the evening’s prominent speakers. Reflecting on the year’s successes, Barsamian described the November elections as “a mandate of common sense and reality” and emphasized the party’s role in safeguarding America’s future. Get the Full Story “The era of Obama, Biden, Pelosi, and Clinton is over,” said keynote speaker Cox. “The next president of the United States will be Donald J. Trump.” He also highlighted the importance of breaking the Democratic supermajority in Albany, crediting victories like that of state Sen.-elect Steve Chan as pivotal to the party’s momentum. Our civic and sacred duty to hold onto hope Assembly Member Alec Brook-Krasny, whose district encompasses parts of Bay Ridge, Dyker Heights and Coney Island (and who this year fought off Democratic challenger Chris McCreight ), praised the event’s impact. “We spoke about our past successes and the path to future victories as a unified party of responsible Republicans,” he said. Assembly Member Michael Novakhov echoed these sentiments, celebrating the enthusiasm of young leaders. “It was a fantastic evening celebrating the holiday season with so many incredible young leaders dedicated to making a difference,” he said. Novakhov, whose district includes Manhattan Beach, parts of Brighton Beach, Gravesend, and Sheepshead Bay, ultimately edged out Democratic challenger Joey Cohen-Saba in a closely contested race. First elected in 2023, the pol previously worked as a host on the Russian-language radio station FreedomFM. Meanwhile, in SD-17 — the borough’s first Asian-majority state Senate district — Chan toppled his predecessor, state Sen. Iwen Chu, by more than 5,000 votes . In a heartfelt speech at the gala, Chan recounted his journey from immigrant beginnings to public service. “For the last 47 years I’ve lived in Brooklyn, I was campaigning and didn’t even know it,” he said, reflecting on his work ethic, military service, and dedication to his community. “Enough nonsense is enough. We’re going to vote for this guy that we know, that grew up here, that wore the same shoes as us.” The gala also bridged the gap between seasoned leaders and the next generation, with Young Republican member Stefano Forte delivering the benediction and NYSYRC Chairman Peter Giunta recognizing the rising diversity within the party. “Ten years ago, Brooklyn was entirely blue. Now, we have leaders like Lester Chang, Michael Novakhov, and Steve Chan making waves,” Giunta said, emphasizing the importance of continuing the hard work. Giunta is stepping down from his current role as state chairman to become national chairman. Former Sen. Marty Golden, a revered figure in the local Republican community, was among the honored guests, alongside leaders like James Nolan, a Westchester County legislator, and newly elected officials from Staten Island and Brooklyn. Other highlights included birthday congratulations for NYYRC member Mario Nicoletto, complete with a cake and a sing-along, and an award from the NYSYR to Michael Zembricki, the New York state director for the Republican National Committee. His mother accepted the award on his behalf. The evening concluded with a call to action for 2025 and beyond, as attendees were reminded of the work still ahead. “For the first time in a very long time, this party has some momentum,” one speaker said. “We cannot take our foot off the gas.”

U.S. president-elect Donald Trump says he told Canadian hockey legend Wayne Gretzky during a Christmas Day visit that he should run for prime minister of Canada. “I just left Wayne Gretzky, ‘The Great One’ as he is known in ice-hockey circles,” Trump posted on his Truth Social platform Wednesday afternoon. “I said, ‘Wayne, why don’t you run for prime minister of Canada, soon to be known as the governor of Canada — you would win easily, you wouldn’t even have to campaign.’ He had no interest,” Trump wrote. His comment about being governor of Canada refers to Trump repeatedly suggesting the country become a U.S. state, which Ottawa insists is a joke. Trump added that it would be “fun to watch” if Canadians launched a movement to get the retired hockey player to seek office. The Canadian Press has tried to contact Gretzky through his agents. Experts have said that Ottawa is rightfully focused on the prospect of damaging tariffs under the looming Trump presidency instead of pushing back on rhetoric about annexing or purchasing Canada. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau leads a minority government that could be toppled by a confidence vote next year, following the surprise resignation of finance minister Chrystia Freeland. Trump also expressed Christmas greetings to Trudeau, again referring to him as a governor and claiming that Canadians would see a tax cut of more than 60 per cent if the country became an American state. “Their businesses would immediately double in size, and they would be militarily protected like no other country anywhere in the world,” Trump wrote in a post that also alluded to his desire to annex Greenland and the Panama Canal. Gretzky has previously backed Conservative politicians, such as former Ontario Progressive Conservative leader Patrick Brown during his run for the party leadership. During the 2015 federal election, Conservative leader Stephen Harper interviewed Gretzky in front of hundreds of supporters as the Tories unsuccessfully sought re-election. At the event, Gretzky told Harper he thought he had been an “unreal prime minister” who had been “wonderful to the whole country.” Gretzky later said he always follows a prime minister’s request, regardless of political stripe, noting he had once hosted a lunch for former Liberal prime minister Pierre Trudeau. Dylan Robertson, The Canadian Press

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Stock indexes drifted to a mixed finish on Wall Street Thursday, as some heavyweight technology and communications sector stocks offset gains elsewhere in the market. The S&P 500 fell less than 0.1% after spending the day wavering between small gains and losses. The tiny loss ended the benchmark index's three-day winning streak. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 0.1%, and the Nasdaq composite fell 0.1%. Trading volume was lighter than usual as U.S. markets reopened following the Christmas holiday. Semiconductor giant Nvidia, whose enormous valuation gives it an outsize influence on indexes, slipped 0.2%. Meta Platforms fell 0.7%, and Amazon and Netflix each fell 0.9%. Tesla was among the biggest decliners in the S&P 500, finishing 1.8% lower. Some tech companies fared better. Chip company Broadcom rose 2.4%, Micron Technology added 0.6% and Adobe gained 0.5%. Health care stocks were a bright spot. CVS Health rose 1.5% and Walgreens Boots Alliance added 5.3% for the biggest gain among S&P 500 stocks. Several retailers also gained ground. Target rose 3%, Ross Stores added 2.3%, Best Buy rose 2.9% and Dollar Tree gained 3.8%. Traders are watching to see whether retailers have a strong holiday season. The day after Christmas traditionally ranks among the top 10 biggest shopping days of the year, as consumers go online or rush to stores to cash in gift cards and raid bargain bins. U.S.-listed shares in Honda and Nissan rose 4.1% and 16.4%, respectively. The Japanese automakers announced earlier this week that the two companies are in talks to combine. All told, the S&P 500 fell 2.45 points to 6,037.59. The Dow added 28.77 points to 43,325.80. The Nasdaq fell 10.77 points to close at 20,020.36. Wall Street got a labor market update. U.S. applications for unemployment benefits held steady last week , though continuing claims rose to the highest level in three years, the Labor Department reported. Treasury yields mostly fell in the bond market. The yield on the 10-year Treasury slipped to 4.58% from 4.59% late Tuesday. Major European markets were closed, as well as Hong Kong, Australia, New Zealand and Indonesia. Trading was expected to be subdued this week with a thin slate of economic data on the calendar. Still, U.S. markets have historically gotten a boost at year’s end despite lower trading volumes. The last five trading days of each year, plus the first two in the new year, have brought an average gain of 1.3% since 1950. So far this month, the U.S. stock market has lost some of its gains since President-elect Donald Trump’s win on Election Day, which raised hopes for faster economic growth and more lax regulations that would boost corporate profits. Worries have risen that Trump’s preference for tariffs and other policies could lead to higher inflation , a bigger U.S. government debt and difficulties for global trade. Even so, the U.S. market remains on pace to deliver strong returns for 2024. The benchmark S&P 500 is up 26.6% so far this year and remains near its most recent all-time high it set earlier this month — its latest of 57 record highs this year. Wall Street has several economic reports to look forward to next week, including updates on pending home sales and home prices, a report on U.S. construction spending and snapshots of manufacturing activity. AP Business Writers Elaine Kurtenbach and Matt Ott contributed.Rwanda launches agriculture strategy to build resilient, sustainable agri-food systems

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