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HOUSTON (AP) — An elaborate parody appears to be behind an effort to resurrect Enron, the Houston-based energy company that exemplified the worst in American corporate fraud and greed after it went bankrupt in 2001. If its return is comedic, some former employees who lost everything in Enron’s collapse aren’t laughing. “It’s a pretty sick joke and it disparages the people that did work there. And why would you want to even bring it back up again?” said former Enron employee Diana Peters, who represented workers in the company’s bankruptcy proceedings. Here’s what to know about the history of Enron and the purported effort to bring it back. Once the nation’s seventh-largest company, Enron filed for bankruptcy protection on Dec. 2, 2001, after years of accounting tricks could no longer hide billions of dollars in debt or make failing ventures appear profitable. The energy company's collapse put more than 5,000 people out of work and wiped out more than $2 billion in employee pensions. Its aftershocks were felt throughout the energy sector. Twenty-four Enron executives , including former CEO Jeffrey Skilling , were convicted for their roles in the fraud. Enron founder Ken Lay’s convictions were vacated after he died of heart disease following his 2006 trial. On Monday — the 23rd anniversary of the bankruptcy filing — a company representing itself as Enron announced in a news release it was relaunching as a “company dedicated to solving the global energy crisis.” It also posted a video on social media, advertised on at least one Houston billboard and a took out a full-page ad in the Houston Chronicle In the minute-long video full of generic corporate jargon, the company talks about “growth” and “rebirth.” It ends with the words, “We’re back. Can we talk?” In an email, company spokesperson Will Chabot said the new Enron was not doing any interviews yet, but "We’ll have more to share soon.” Signs point to the comeback being a joke. In the “terms of use and conditions of sale” on the company's website, it says “the information on the website about Enron is First Amendment protected parody, represents performance art, and is for entertainment purposes only.” Documents filed with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office show College Company, an Arkansas-based LLC, owns the Enron trademark. The co-founder of College Company is Connor Gaydos, who helped create a joke conspiracy theory claiming all birds are actually government surveillance drones. Peters said she and some other former employees are upset and think the relaunch was “in poor taste.” “If it’s a joke, it’s rude, extremely rude. And I hope that they realize it and apologize to all of the Enron employees,” Peters said. Peters, 74, said she is still working in information technology because “I lost everything in Enron, and so my Social Security doesn’t always take care of things I need done.” “Enron’s downfall taught us critical lessons about corporate ethics, accountability, and the consequences of unchecked ambition. Enron’s legacy was the employees in the trenches. Leave Enron buried,” she said. But Sherron Watkins, Enron’s former vice president of corporate development and the main whistleblower who helped uncover the scandal, said she didn’t have a problem with the joke because comedy “usually helps us focus on an uncomfortable historical event that we’d rather ignore.” “I think we use prior scandals to try to teach new generations what can go wrong with big companies,” said Watkins, who still speaks at colleges and conferences about the Enron scandal. This story was corrected to fix the spelling of Ken Lay’s first name, which had been misspelled “Key.” Follow Juan A. Lozano on X at https://x.com/juanlozano70

The NFL suspended Tennessee Titans safety Julius Wood six games on Tuesday for violating the policy on performing-enhancing substances. There are five games remaining this season for the Titans (3-9), so Wood's suspension will bleed into Week 1 of 2025. Wood, 23, went undrafted this spring and signed with the Dallas Cowboys as a free agent. They waived him in August, and he caught on with the Titans, who claimed him off waivers. Wood appeared in nine games, almost exclusively on special teams, and has recorded two tackles. --Field Level Media

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“The air traffic control tower, the departure lounge — just a few metres from where we were — and the runway were damaged,” Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said on the social media platform X. He added that he and UN colleagues were safe. “We will need to wait for the damage to the airport to be repaired before we can leave,” he said. UN spokesperson Stephanie Tremblay later said the injured person was with the UN Humanitarian Air Service. Israel’s army later told The Associated Press it was not aware that the WHO chief was at the location in Yemen. The Israeli strikes followed several days of Houthi launches setting off sirens in Israel. The Israeli military in a statement said it attacked infrastructure used by the Iran-backed Houthis at the international airport in Sanaa and ports in Hodeida, Al-Salif and Ras Qantib, along with power stations, asserting they were used to smuggle in Iranian weapons and for the entry of senior Iranian officials. Israel’s military added it had “capabilities to strike very far from Israel’s territory — precisely, powerfully, and repetitively”. The strikes, carried out over 1,000 miles from Jerusalem, came a day after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said “the Houthis, too, will learn what Hamas and Hezbollah and Assad’s regime and others learned” as his military has battled those more powerful proxies of Iran. The Houthi-controlled satellite channel al-Masirah reported multiple deaths and showed broken windows, collapsed ceilings and a bloodstained floor and vehicle. Iran’s foreign ministry condemned the strikes. The US military has also targeted the Houthis in recent days. The UN has said the targeted ports are important entry points for humanitarian aid for Yemen, the poorest Arab nation that plunged into a civil war in 2014. Over the weekend, 16 people were wounded when a Houthi missile hit a playground in the Israeli city of Tel Aviv, while other missiles and drones have been shot down. Last week, Israeli jets struck Sanaa and Hodeida, killing nine people, calling it a response to previous Houthi attacks. The Houthis also have been targeting shipping on the Red Sea corridor in what it says is an act of solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza. The UN Security Council has an emergency meeting on Monday in response to an Israeli request that it condemn the Houthi attacks and Iran for supplying them with weapons.

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NEW YORK , Nov. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Report on how AI is redefining market landscape - The contract furniture and furnishing market in europe size is estimated to grow by USD 4.75 billion from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of almost 5.1% during the forecast period. Growing popularity of contract furniture among end-users is driving market growth, with a trend towards rising sustainable practices. However, high cost of contract furniture and furnishing poses a challenge.Key market players include Brunner GmbH, C P Mobelsysteme GmbH and Co. KG, Forest Sofa Ltd., Furniture Group, Haworth Inc., HMY Group, Humanscale International Holdings Ltd., Isku Yhtyma Oy, ITOKI Corp., KI, Kinnarps AB, Koninklijke Ahrend BV, MillerKnoll Inc., Ofita SA, Pioneer Contract Furniture Ltd., Sitraben Contract Furniture Ltd., Steelcase Inc., Teknion Group, Verco Office Furniture Ltd., and Vitra International AG. AI-Powered Market Evolution Insights. Our comprehensive market report ready with the latest trends, growth opportunities, and strategic analysis- View Free Sample Report PDF Forecast period 2024-2028 Base Year 2023 Historic Data 2018 - 2022 Segment Covered End-user (Hospitality and food services, Offices and home offices, Retail stores, Institutions, and Others), Type (Turnkey contract and Soft contract), and Geography (Europe) Region Covered Europe Key companies profiled Brunner GmbH, C P Mobelsysteme GmbH and Co. KG, Forest Sofa Ltd., Global Furniture Group, Haworth Inc., HMY Group, Humanscale International Holdings Ltd., Isku Yhtyma Oy, ITOKI Corp., KI, Kinnarps AB, Koninklijke Ahrend BV, MillerKnoll Inc., Ofita SA, Pioneer Contract Furniture Ltd., Sitraben Contract Furniture Ltd., Steelcase Inc., Teknion Group, Verco Office Furniture Ltd., and Vitra International AG Key Market Trends Fueling Growth The European contract furniture and furnishing market is thriving, with trends in furniture consumption favoring wood, plastic, and metal for office desks, worktops, cabinets, and ergonomic swivel chairs. Ergonomic equipment, including furniture zones, is also in high demand. Domestic businesses seek ergonomic solutions from leading players like Steelcase, while furniture manufacturers focus on their creative capacity to meet the needs of various business areas such as hospitals, retail shops, hospitality sectors, and more. Circular renting models, like NexGen Workspace, are gaining popularity, offering flexible pricing options and instant quotes. Market forecasts indicate continued growth in the commercial office furniture segment, with potential demand for traded products increasing. The premier resource for contract furniture production includes product categories like desks and tables, chairs and stools, and storage cabinets. The purchasing process is streamlined with a new website, and average customer budgets vary by segment. Market shares are dominated by leading players, with product categories including modern furniture, wooden panels, infrastructure, modular furniture, and furnishing products. The distribution channels cater to various segments, including the destination segment, retail segment, hospitality segment, real estate segment, entertainment segment, and marine segment. EMR's research methodology includes a survey of turn-key, soft contract, own product, and traded products, providing valuable insights into the contract furniture industry. Digitalization, smart furniture, and intelligent furniture are also key trends, focusing on staff productivity and workspace optimization. The contract furniture and furnishing market in Europe is experiencing significant growth, with high demand for quality wood products such as hardwood, softwood, lumber, and timber. However, this growth comes with environmental concerns. Deforestation, a key contributor to global warming, is a pressing issue due to the high usage of wood in this industry. To mitigate this impact, the adoption of sustainable practices is crucial. Sustainable furniture production involves using eco-friendly materials, ensuring responsible sourcing, and reducing waste. By implementing these practices, the contract furniture and furnishing market in Europe can minimize its environmental footprint and contribute to forest preservation. Insights on how AI is driving innovation, efficiency, and market growth- Request Sample! Market Challenges Insights into how AI is reshaping industries and driving growth- Download a Sample Report Segment Overview This contract furniture and furnishing market in Europe report extensively covers market segmentation by 1.1 Hospitality and food services- The European contract furniture and furnishing market is primarily driven by the hospitality and food services segment. This sector accounts for a significant market share and is anticipated to remain the largest segment throughout the forecast period. In this segment, various sectors such as hotels, resorts, restaurants, cafes, food service chains, tourism companies, event management companies, and media houses utilize contract furniture and furnishing products. Dining furniture, bedroom furniture, storage furniture, kitchen furniture, bathroom furniture, and screens are some of the frequently used products. The growth in the hospitality and food services industry, particularly in restaurants, cafes, and food service chains, is a major factor fueling the demand for contract furniture and furnishing in Europe . Consumer spending on dining out has increased significantly, with dining out in restaurants and hotels accounting for a substantial proportion of total household final consumption expenditure in EU countries, according to the European Commission (EC). Additionally, the expansion of hotels and food service chains in the region has further boosted market growth. For instance, the Old War Office in London is set to open Raffles London, while Oetker Collection plans to open Hotel La Palma, and Mandarin Oriental Lake Lucern is undergoing extensive renovations. The hospitality industry is focusing on personalizing products and experiences to cater to millennial customers' preferences. The ease of accessing furniture through e-commerce platforms offering a wide range of choices has also increased sales. These advantages are expected to boost the adoption of contract furniture and furnishing in the hospitality and food services sector, thereby propelling the growth of the contract furniture and furnishing market in Europe during the forecast period. Download complimentary Sample Report to gain insights into AI's impact on market dynamics, emerging trends, and future opportunities- including forecast (2024-2028) and historic data (2018 - 2022) Research Analysis The European contract furniture and furnishing market is a significant sector, driven by furniture consumption in various industries such as offices, hospitals, schools, and hospitality. Wood, plastic, and metal are the primary materials used in manufacturing office desks, worktops, cabinets, ergonomic swivel chairs, and other furniture zones. Domestic businesses and ergonomic equipment are key trends, with a focus on ergonomic design, digitalization, smart furniture, and intelligent furniture. The purchasing process involves various distribution channels, including Turn-key solutions, retail shops, and direct sales. Market forecasts suggest potential demand for traded products, with average customer budgets influencing market shares. Leading players in the industry include Steelcase and others, with product categories ranging from desks and tables to chairs and stools, storage cabinets, and more. Market growth is driven by factors such as staff productivity, the hospitality sector, and the increasing importance of sustainable and eco-friendly materials. Market Research Overview The European contract furniture and furnishing market is a significant sector, driven by furniture consumption in various business areas such as offices, hospitals, retail shops, hospitality sectors, and more. The market comprises furniture made of wood, plastic, and metal, including office desks, worktops, cabinets, and ergonomic swivel chairs. Ergonomic equipment and furniture zones are increasingly popular, focusing on staff productivity and comfort. The market caters to domestic businesses and the premier resource for commercial office furniture, offering a wide range of product categories through various distribution channels. The furniture segment includes leading players like NexGen Workspace, Steelcase, and furniture manufacturers, showcasing their creative capacity in modern furniture design. Circular renting models are gaining traction, with an emphasis on sustainability and cost-effectiveness. New websites provide instant quotes and pricing options for potential customers, allowing for a seamless purchasing process. Market forecasts suggest steady growth, with segments like the retail, hospitality, real estate, entertainment, marine, and healthcare sectors driving demand. The contract furniture production process involves infrastructure for modular furniture and furnishing products, with a focus on turn-key and soft contract solutions. Wooden panels, ergonomic swivel chairs, desks and tables, chairs and stools, and storage cabinets are among the traded products. EMR's research methodology includes surveys and analysis of market shares, product categories, and distribution channels. Digitalization is transforming the industry, with smart furniture and intelligent furniture solutions enhancing workspace efficiency and productivity. Average customer budgets vary across segments, with market leaders continually adapting to meet diverse demands. Table of Contents: 1 Executive Summary 2 Market Landscape 3 Market Sizing 4 Historic Market Size 5 Five Forces Analysis 6 Market Segmentation 7 Customer Landscape 8 Geographic Landscape 9 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends 10 Company Landscape 11 Company Analysis 12 Appendix About Technavio Technavio is a leading global technology research and advisory company. Their research and analysis focuses on emerging market trends and provides actionable insights to help businesses identify market opportunities and develop effective strategies to optimize their market positions. With over 500 specialized analysts, Technavio's report library consists of more than 17,000 reports and counting, covering 800 technologies, spanning across 50 countries. Their client base consists of enterprises of all sizes, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies. This growing client base relies on Technavio's comprehensive coverage, extensive research, and actionable market insights to identify opportunities in existing and potential markets and assess their competitive positions within changing market scenarios. Contacts Technavio Research Jesse Maida Media & Marketing Executive US: +1 844 364 1100 UK: +44 203 893 3200 Email: media@technavio.com Website: www.technavio.com/ View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/contract-furniture-and-furnishing-market-in-europe-to-grow-by-usd-4-75-billion-2024-2028-driven-by-rising-popularity-ai-impacting-market-trends---technavio-302314239.html SOURCE TechnavioFlight delays: What rights do you have to compensation if your plane is late?

Troy Baker will officially star in the next Naughty Dog game, currently in development with co-creator, Neil Druckmann. The news was revealed as an aside in charting Baker’s career and ambitions. “In a heartbeat I would always work with Troy,” Druckmann reportedly told the website. This appears to be the first major news we’ve seen from Naughty Dog’s next project, which remains largely a mystery. Based on very early details, we know Druckmann is helming this work, and that it will very likely be a single player adventure, but no further details have been shared. Druckmann previously hinted the game had been in development since 2020, suggesting a trailer or reveal could be imminent, but a lot’s changed in the games industry since then. As for Baker’s involvement, it doesn’t feel like a major surprise – Druckmann has worked extensively with the actor over the years, in Naughty Dog’s two biggest franchises, and . It makes sense that whatever’s next would similarly involve him – although what his role will be, and whether he’ll be a main character, has not been confirmed. What’s next for Naughty Dog? Naughty Dog itself has had a strange few years, with all of its output being remasters and ports of and over the last few years. Since the release of in 2020, the studio has stayed relatively quiet about what’s next – although it did briefly hype up a multiplayer spin-off game that was . Per Druckmann, speaking to in mid-2024, the studio has multiple single-player games currently in development, although there are few details about these projects, beyond the reveal that Troy Baker will take part in one. There has been some speculation the next game from Naughty Dog will be high fantasy-oriented, based on new posters spotted in (a remake of the original game), and some pieces of art from one of Naughty Dog’s concept artists – but for a firmer answer about what’s next, it’s best to stay patient.Dwayne Johnson has said fans should feel free to sing in the cinema, as he attended the UK premiere of Moana 2. "Especially if you love music, that's the fun part," the US star, aka The Rock, told BBC News on the red carpet. Auli'i Cravalho and Johnson are reprising their roles as the voices of Moana and Maui respectively in the film, a sequel to 2016's musical adventure. Recently, there has been a debate on social media around whether people should sing along in cinemas, sparked by the release of Wicked a few days ago. Some have argued fans should be able to express their enjoyment as they like, while others say singing ruins other people's experiences. Johnson, however, made his views on cinema etiquette clear. “Sing! You’ve paid your hard earned money for a ticket, and you've gone into a musical, and you’re into it. Sing," he said. The original film followed an adventurous Polynesian teenage girl who sets on a mission across the ocean to save her people. Moana 2 reunites Moana and Maui three years later for a new voyage alongside a crew of “unlikely seafarers”, Disney has said. On Sunday evening, London's Leicester Square was transformed into a Polynesian island, complete with palm trees, a beach, and dancers. And, while the weather was distinctly untropical, scores of fans turned up hoping to catch a glimpse of Cravalho and Johnson. Cravalho, who was just 16 when she made her acting debut as Moana, has since starred in films including 2024's Mean Girls as well as appearing on stage. But she said she was still "so excited" to be returning to the role of Moana. “I think Moana is at the forefront of a conversation where the word princess and the word hero are now interchangeable," she told BBC News. "She is strong, she is brave, she is not afraid to grab a demigod by the ear. She looks strong as well, at the helm of her ship." Johnson, a 52-year-old ex-wrestler, voices the part of gregarious demigod Maui in the animation. When asked about the similarities between the two roles, he said there is a clear difference. “Maui [is] actually is a demigod," he said. "The difference is wrestlers think that they’re demigods, but they’re not. I know that because I was one of them," he said with a laugh. Johnson, who is also starring as Maui in the upcoming live-action Moana remake, said that his three daughters "love" seeing him take on the role. "Because they see themselves in Moana, they feel they’re represented and they feel a sense of representation from the film too," he said. Cravalho, meanwhile, said that when she was cast as Moana, she "never could have expected... just how impactful this character would be". "I knew it would change my life, but it seems to have also changed many other people’s lives as well," she said. "So sometimes when I meet kids who are at that really special age, I feel like Santa, where they look at me and say, 'You’re Moana!' And they believe it! And it warms my heart.” Many fans of the film, who were children when the original was released eight years ago, will now be teenagers or adults. Disney will therefore be hoping the film appeals both to the nostalgia audience as well as a new generation of children. But it faces tough competition, coming just days after Wicked was released. The original Moana made $687m (£540m) at the box office worldwide, and scored two Oscar nominations. It was the most streamed movie of 2023 in the US, according to Disney. A sequel was previously in development as a Disney+ series, but the company surprised fans in February when it revealed it would take the film to cinemas instead. Songwriter Lin-Manuel Miranda - who was nominated for an Oscar for the original - has not returned to work on the music for the sequel. Instead, the songs have been created by four composers, including songwriting duo Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear, who rose to fame in 2022 after creating an unofficial Bridgerton musical on TikTok.

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