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Why Five Below Stock Rocketed 20% Higher This WeekWE all love a good bargain bargain buy, so it's no surprise fashion fans obsess over some of the slashed prices in retailers like TK Maxx. The shop is known for selling brand-name and designer clothing at discounted prices. Advertisement 4 The skirt had a subtle problem with the pockets Credit: Instagram / stylingwithkenzie 4 The stitching on a pair of fluffy boots wasn't up to scratch Credit: Instagram / stylingwithkenzie 4 The stylist found a shirt with uneven front pockets Credit: Instagram / stylingwithkenzie But a fashion stylist recently noticed a problem with some of the clothes on the rails and urged shoppers to think twice before picking clothes up there. Kenzie Welch took to Instagram and explained that despite her love of the budget-friendly retailer she can't un-see one major probloem. "Ever since I noticed this one thing I can never look at their clothing the same," she explained. The issue? Some of the cloths in the shop aren't quite up to scratch and have some subtle design flaws. Advertisement READ MORE ON FASHION GAME CHANGERS Top 5 Xmas gifts for football fans from a unique experience to novelty items To prove her point, Kenzie picked up a trendy silver midi skirt which looked perfectly fine at first glance. But when she turned it around the show the back of the garment she pointed out that the back pockets were unevenly spaced out, which could make it fit weird on your bum, she said. And it wasn't just the one skirt that had this subtle design problem all of the silver skirts on the rail did too. The problem continued with a cable knit jumper, which also looked totally fine at first. Advertisement Most read in Fabulous CREAM DREAM ‘Obsessed’ cry Primark fans as they spot viral jumper in snow colour for winter XMAS SPIRIT I run a Christmas market stall, people are stunned by my queue-worthy prices DEALS ON WHEELS Exact date SHEIN Christmas bus arrives in Scotland packed with freebies WOAH BABY I’m pregnant with my step-brother’s baby – people say it’s ‘gross’ But, unlike the rest of the same jumpers on the rail, one of them was missing a design feature on the top of the sleeve, which might seem like a small problem but could completely change the way the garment fits and looks. Elsewhere in the shop, a plaid shacket also fell victim to the same issue. ‘Obsessed’ cry Primark fans as they spot viral jumper in snowy colour for winter Kenzie explained: "Here on this shacket you can see the pockets are misaligned, so this one is slightly higher on the left "It's not the most obvious thing you would notice but I can't walk into a TK Maxx anymore and not notice these small details." Advertisement And if you thought the problem wouldn't continue into the show section - you'd be wrong. Kenzie also found a pair of UGG boot dupes which had been stitched up wrong, leaving some of the inside panelling of the shoe visible. Unlike the skirt, it seemed like the problem was only on one pair of the shoes though. "Make sure you are inspecting your clothing at TK Maxx," she added. Advertisement After sharing her video on social media people were left divided over the issue. One commented on the clip: "That's literally why they're at TK Maxx." A second agreed: "That's why a lot of these items end up at TK Maxx, many of them are seconds, meaning they had slaws when created so ended up in discount shops." But others thanked Kenzie for pointing the issue out. Advertisement "This is great intel , thank you," one said. "That's fascinating! Such great tips to look out for, I had no idea," another fashion fan wrote. Read more on the Scottish Sun DARR-ARGH! Weather maps reveal exact date Storm Darragh to hit Scots with rain, wind & SNOW 'SICK BEYOND BELIEF' Cops probe footage 'showing Scots woman having sex with XL Bully dog' And someone else added: "I've noticed this and have to remind myself to slow down and be more mindful when shopping! "Stop and inspect the quality of things!" Advertisement 4 Kenzie pointed out the design flaws on the clothes Credit: Alamy How Does TK Maxx Flog Designer for Cheap? TK Maxx follows an off-price business model to get designer products for cheap It buys merchandise from various brands and designers at a discount and then sells it to customers at lower prices than traditional retail stores The selection at its outlets often includes overstocked items, last season's styles and goods from cancelled orders. The Gold Label is a premium collection of designer and luxury products offered by TK Maxx. If you love designer clothes, this is the tag you want to look out for on pieces.
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The UK Government was warned that a “save David campaign” for UUP leader Lord Trimble would ruin progress made under the Good Friday Agreement. Extensive confidential documents in the lead-up to the collapse of Northern Ireland’s institutions in 2002 have been made available to the public as part of annual releases from the Irish National Archives. They reveal that the Irish Government wanted to appeal to the UK side against “manipulating” every scenario for favourable election results in Northern Ireland, in an effort to protect the peace process. In the years after the landmark 1998 Good Friday Agreement, a number of outstanding issues left the political environment fraught with tension and disagreement. Mr Trimble, who won a Nobel Peace Prize with SDLP leader John Hume for their work on the Agreement, was keen to gain wins for the UUP on policing, ceasefire audits and paramilitary disarmament – but also to present his party as firmer on these matters amid swipes from its Unionist rival, the DUP. These issues were at the front of his mind as he tried to steer his party into Assembly elections planned for May 2003 and continue in his role as the Executive’s first minister despite increasing political pressure. The documents reveal the extent to which the British and Irish Governments were trying to delicately resolve the contentious negotiations, conscious that moves seen as concessions to one group could provoke anger on the other side. In June 2002, representatives of the SDLP reported to Irish officials on a recent meeting between Mr Hume’s successor Mark Durkan and Prime Minister Tony Blair on policing and security. Mr Blair is said to have suggested that the SDLP and UUP were among those who both supported and took responsibility for the Good Friday Agreement. The confidential report of the meeting says that Mr Durkan, the deputy First Minister, was not sure that Mr Trimble had been correctly categorised. The Prime Minister asked if the SDLP could work more closely with the UUP ahead of the elections. Mr Durkan argued that Mr Trimble was not only not saleable to nationalists, but also not saleable to half of the UUP – to which Mr Blair and Northern Ireland Secretary John Reid are said to have laughed in agreement. The SDLP leader further warned that pursuing a “save David” campaign would ruin all they had worked for. Damien McAteer, an adviser for the SDLP, was recorded as briefing Irish officials on September 10 that it was his view that Mr Trimble was intent on collapsing the institutions in 2003 over expected fallout for Sinn Fein in the wake of the Colombia Three trial, where men linked to the party were charged with training Farc rebels – but predicted the UUP leader would be “in the toilet” by January, when an Ulster Unionist Council (UUC) meeting was due to take place. A week later in mid September, Mr Trimble assured Irish premier Bertie Ahern that the next UUC meeting to take place in two days’ time would be “okay but not great” and insisted he was not planning to play any “big game”. It was at that meeting that he made the bombshell announcement that the UUP would pull out of the Executive if the IRA had not disbanded by January 18. The move came as a surprise to the Irish officials who, along with their UK counterparts, did not see the deadline as realistic. Sinn Fein described the resolution as a “wreckers’ charter”. Doubts were raised that there would be any progress on substantive issues as parties would not be engaged in “pre-election skirmishing”. As that could lead to a UUP walkout and the resulting suspension of the institutions, the prospect of delaying the elections was raised while bringing forward the vote was ruled out. Therefore, the two Governments stressed the need to cooperate as a stabilising force to protect the Agreement – despite not being sure how that process would survive through the January 18 deadline. The Irish officials became worried that the British side did not share their view that Mr Trimble was not “salvageable” and that the fundamental dynamic in the UUP was now Agreement scepticism, the confidential documents state. In a meeting days after the UUC announcements, Mr Reid is recorded in the documents as saying that as infuriating as it was, Mr Trimble was at that moment the “most enlightened Unionist we have”. The Secretary said he would explore what the UUP leader needed to “survive” the period between January 18 and the election, believing a significant prize could avoid him being “massacred”. Such planning went out the window just weeks later, when hundreds of PSNI officers were involved in raids of several buildings – including Sinn Fein’s offices in Stormont. The resulting “Stormontgate” spy-ring scandal accelerated the collapse of powersharing, with the UUP pulling out of the institutions – and the Secretary of State suspending the Assembly and Executive on October 14. For his part, Irish officials were briefed that Mr Reid was said to be “gung ho” about the prospect of exercising direct rule – reportedly making no mention of the Irish Government in a meeting with Mr Trimble and Mr Durkan on that day. The Northern Ireland Secretary was given a new role and Paul Murphy was appointed as his successor. A note on speaking points for a meeting with Mr Murphy in April showed that the Irish side believed the May elections should go ahead: “At a certain stage the political process has to stand on its own feet. “The Governments cannot be manipulating and finessing every scenario to engineer the right result. “We have to start treating the parties and the people as mature and trusting that they have the discernment to make the right choices.” However, the elections planned for May did not materialise, instead delayed until November. Mr Trimble would go on to lose his Westminster seat – and stewardship of the UUP – in 2005. The November election saw the DUP emerge as the largest parties – but direct rule continued as Ian Paisley’s refused to share power with Sinn Fein, which Martin McGuinness’ colleagues. The parties eventually agreed to work together following further elections in 2007. – This article is based on documents in 2024/130/5, 2024/130/6, 2024/130/15
Before Week 16, the Las Vegas Raiders were neck-and-neck with the New York Giants for the distinction of worst record in the NFL and the reward that comes with it: the No. 1 pick in the NFL draft. The Raiders (3-12) have now plummeted out of the top five thanks to their 19-14 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday. Raiders coach Antonio Pierce didn't want hear about it when addressing reporters Monday, one day after fans on social media trashed the organization for winning a so-called meaningless game that hurt their draft position. He said fans more concerned with the team's 2025 draft picks should "Talk to Tom Telesco" -- Las Vegas' general manager -- before going deeper. "We don't do this to lose," Pierce said. "We don't do this for anybody's fantasy football team. We don't do this for anybody's draft projections. None of that (expletive) matters to us. The only thing that matters is winning, and that's all we want to do." The Raiders' win was their first since Sept. 29, ending a 10-game losing streak. The Giants lost their 10th straight game to be the NFL's only 2-13 team. Las Vegas is not only tied with four other teams at 3-12, but it currently sits in the No. 6 overall spot because it loses the strength of schedule tiebreaker to the New England Patriots, Jaguars, Tennessee Titans and Cleveland Browns. It's felt acutely by Raiders fans because the franchise has run into a black hole at quarterback. Las Vegas has used Gardner Minshew, Aidan O'Connell and Desmond Ridder at the position, with none making a case to be the starter in 2025 and beyond. Colorado's Shedeur Sanders and Miami's Cam Ward are the only two quarterbacks projected to go in the first round by many recent mock drafts. The last time the Raiders got to select No. 1 overall in 2007, they picked QB JaMarcus Russell, widely considered one of the biggest NFL draft busts of all time. The Raiders' two remaining games come Dec. 29 at the New Orleans Saints and in Week 18 at home against the Los Angeles Chargers. --Field Level MediaChiefs try to secure home-field advantage in the AFCMinutes of an Executive meeting from June of that year state further action would be considered “as appropriate” if the DUP went ahead with a threat to rotate its ministers. The minutes are within files which have been declassified at the Public Record Office in Belfast. Devolved powersharing had been restored to Northern Ireland in May 2000 when Ulster Unionist leader David Trimble had received the backing of his party to go back into the Assembly, despite there having been no decommissioning of IRA arms at that point. Then DUP deputy leader Mr Robinson and Mr Dodds took up the offices as ministers for regional development and social development, but refused to attend Executive meetings due to the presence of Sinn Fein ministers. The party also said it would rotate its ministerial posts to prevent other parties from taking them. A minute of an Executive meeting on June 8 said Mr Robinson and Mr Dodds had refused a request from First Minister Mr Trimble and deputy First Minister Seamus Mallon to meet with them “to discuss recent public comments by the DUP concerning their positions as ministers”. The minute records that the Executive endorsed a proposal from the First and deputy First Ministers to write again to the two DUP ministers setting out sanctions against them. It says: “The First Minister and and Deputy First Minister would assume responsibility for representing the Executive Committee on transport matters at the British-Irish Council in place of the Minister for Regional Development. “The Minister for Social Development and the Minister for Regional Development would not be nominated to attend meetings of the Joint Ministerial Committee. “Pending the receipt of satisfactory assurances from DUP Ministers regarding the confidentiality and integrity of Executive Committee business, the Minister for Social Development and Minister for Regional Development would not receive Executive Committee papers as of right. “The First Minister and Deputy First Minister would seek briefing, as appropriate, from officials in the Department for Regional Development and Department for Social Development.” The minute continues: “If the DUP carried out their threat to change the holders of the two Ministerial offices on a frequent basis, the Executive Committee would consider other action as appropriate.” Mr Robinson and Mr Dodds resigned as ministers on June 27 and were replaced by party colleagues Gregory Campbell and Maurice Morrow. A minute from an Executive meeting that day says: “The Executive Committee noted that the Minister for Social Development and Minister for Regional Development would be resigning their posts that afternoon, and expressed concern at the proposed rotation of the ministries held by their Party Members.”
Seahawks safety Coby Bryant scored the first pick 6 of his career on Sunday to give Seattle a third-quarter cushion against the Arizona Cardinals. He celebrated with a tribute to one of Seattle's favorite sons — a crotch grab in honor of Marshawn Lynch. It's a move that will surely cost Bryant some money while met with glowing reviews in the Pacific Northwest. The play took place midway through the third quarter as Seattle held a 7-3 lead. Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray overthrew Michael Wilson on a fourth-and-1 pass from the Seattle 39. Bryant was there to pick it off. He then raced 69 yards down the left sideline to the end zone. When he reached the goal line, he leapt backward and grabbed his crotch a la Lynch to the delight of the home Seattle crowd. HOUSE CALL FOR COBY 🎱 — Seattle Seahawks (@Seahawks) The move was an ode to Lynch, the ex-Seahawks great who made the celebration his own much to the chagrin of the NFL. Lynch first pulled the move while scoring a touchdown in the 2015 NFC championship. The league for the gesture. The celebration has resurfaced multiple times since, with the most recent iteration just last week . Bryant, who's playing on the the third season of his four-year, $4.5 million rookie contract, should expect a fine in the same neighborhood. The Seahawks, meanwhile, are fully embracing Bryant's celebration on social media with a juxtaposition of Bryant's crotch grab next to Lynch's. Art But Make It... Marshawn. — Seattle Seahawks (@Seahawks) Who did it better?
( ) shares are catching the eye on Monday morning. In early trade, the ASX tech stock is up almost 13% to 13.5 cents. This means that its shares are now up 67% since the start of the year. Why is this ASX tech stock surging today? The catalyst for today's strong gain has been the release of an from the betting technology company in relation to the acceleration of its transformation strategy. According to the release, BetMakers has announced several key initiatives designed to generate further operational efficiencies and further improve operating leverage. This includes further reductions in staff costs, the centralisation of corporate functions for streamlined operations, and the upgrades of customers and products to its advanced Next Gen technology platform. Management notes that these initiatives and the recent progress of its transformation strategy are expected to put the company in a position to achieve operating cash-flow break-even during the third quarter of FY 2025. After which, it expects to deliver positive operating cash flow for the six months ending 30 June 2025. In addition, the company has strengthened its balance sheet further with a new US$3 million debt facility with Tekkorp Holdings, which is a company controlled by its chair, Matthew Davey. This will support its transformation strategy, provide additional financial flexibility, and further bolster funding capacity for any future strategic initiatives. It has an interest rate of 12% per annum, with interest to accrue daily. The company notes that interest will not be capitalised. Trading update The ASX tech stock has released a brief trading update with today's announcement. Management revealed that it currently expects revenue in second half of FY 2025 to be higher than first half. Commenting on today's update, the ASX tech stock's executive chair, Matt Davey, said: I am excited to see the impact our transformation strategy is already having on the business, and importantly, that management have been able to accelerate this strategy. We are extremely pleased with the technology upgrades and the benefits this is delivering through both performance and lower costs. Coupled with other cost reduction initiatives, we have a clear line of sight to profitability. Executing the new debt facility provides us with the added flexibility to implement some of these initiatives. BetMakers is on a financial transformation journey, which is designed to deliver long term value for shareholders. We are making strong early progress in this endeavour.Cubs predicted to land Phillies All-Star with projected $33M price tag | Sporting News
SNL's Devon Walker Weighs In on Comparisons to Pete DavidsonIrish Government doubted UK campaign to ‘save David’ TrimbleOttawa, Dec. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The cartoning machines market size to record US$ 8.72 billion in 2025 and is projected to grow beyond US$ 12.93 billion by 2033, a study published by Towards Packaging a sister firm of Precedence Statistics. Access Statistical Data: https://www.towardspackaging.com/download-statistics/5362 Overview and Growth Prospects of the Market A carton machine is automated packaging equipment that commonly forms erect, folded, closed, side-seamed, and sealed cartons. These machines are suitable for packing products into boxes. A cartoning machine is used to produce cartons as well as pack products into the carton, either by hand or by an automatic process. These machines offer consistency in carton forming, filling, and sealing, accelerating the overall packaging process and enhancing the efficiency of businesses. They also improve the accuracy of packaging. Consequently, cartoning machines are utilized in various industries, such as food & beverages, healthcare, pharmaceutical, and e-commerce. The market is experiencing rapid growth due to the rapid shift toward automation. However, cartoning machines not only automate the packaging process but also enhance productivity and reduce labor costs. Moreover, the rising demand for packaged food contributes to the growth of the market. Join now to access the latest packaging industry segmentation insights with our Annual Membership: https://www.towardspackaging.com/get-an-annual-membership Major Trends in the Cartoning Machines Market: Automation and Smart Technologies: With the growing trend toward automation, there is a high demand for cartoning machines in the packaging industry . These cartoning machines are gradually being automated to improve speed and accuracy. Integrating smart technologies like AI and IoT in these machines enables real-time packaging process tracking and reduces flaws, further increasing efficiency. Rising Focus on Sustainability: As consumers and businesses become more aware of the negative impact of packaging waste on the environment, they are looking for cartoning machines that use recyclable materials and less energy to produce cartons. Moreover, stringent regulations to reduce packaging waste and a strong emphasis on sustainable practices positively impact the market. Demand for High-Speed Machines: High-speed cartoning machines are in great demand to meet the increasing production needs. These machines work with higher capacity and productivity relative to raw output, allowing manufacturers to expand production to effectively meet customer needs. Need for Industry-specific Solutions: While packaging solutions continue to evolve, cartoning machines are becoming more advanced and user-friendly. With the growing need for customized packaging, manufacturers are developing versatile cartooning machines to meet the diverse needs of various industries, such as pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and cosmetics. If there's anything you'd like to ask, feel free to get in touch with us @ sales@towardspackaging.com Insights from Key Regions Industrialization Supported Asia ’s Dominance: What till 2034? Asia Pacific dominated the cartoning machines market with the largest share in 2023. This is mainly due to increased industrialization, especially in countries like India and China. As industries embraced automated packaging solutions, the adoption of cartoning machines has increased significantly. Industries like food & beverages, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics & personal care are investing heavily in automated packaging solutions to meet consumers’ diverse needs. The rise of e-commerce and the rising adoption of advanced automated technologies are likely to contribute to market expansion in the coming years. Moreover, regional market players are developing innovative solutions to meet the varying demands of various industries. In November 2023 , Pratham Technologies, a leading Pune-based manufacturer of printing and packaging machinery, released its latest innovation, the Superpack Cartoprintinspect cartoning machine, at the CPHI and PMEC 2023 exhibitions. The machine offers a combination of cartooning, inline insert folding, and vision inspection systems, all developed in-house by Pratham Technologies. Adoption of Advanced Technologies to Boost Market in Europe The cartoning machines market in Europe is expected to grow at the fastest rate during the forecast period. This is primarily due to the increasing usage of advanced packaging machines , including cartoning machines. Several industries in the region are focusing on automation. Moreover, there is a strong focus on sustainability practices. Thus, packaging manufacturers are shifting toward cartoning machines that use less electricity. In addition, the increasing demand for customized packaging solutions and the rising consumption of packaged bakery goods contribute to regional market growth. Cartoning Machines Market Segmentation By machine type, the vertical segment dominated the global market in 2023. Vertical cartoning machines generally use small feeder sections, which reduce the possibility of product damage. They also have a smaller footprint than other types of cartoning machines. This type of cartoning machine is especially effective where the product is vials, jars, and bottles, as they have short in-feed systems that reduce the risk of products being damaged. By packaging material, the paperboard segment registered dominance in the market in 2023 due to the increased concerns about environmental sustainability. Paperboard is a popular material used in manufacturing folding cartons, while cartoning machines are used to form, pack, and close cartons. Paperboard can be used in secondary and tertiary packaging because it is cheap, printable, and collapsible. By end-user, the food & beverages segment dominated the market in 2023. This is mainly due to the increased demand for packaged food & beverages. Cartoning machines are used to package many products such as cereal boxes, frozen foods, snack bars, as well as juice cartons. Carton packaging ensures product freshness , safety, and compliance with food safety regulations. Competitive Landscape The cartoning machines market continues to evolve rapidly in the coming years. Key players competing in the market include Warade PackTech Private Limited, Creative Packaging System, Harikrushna Machines Private Limited, Aarvee PHARMA machinery, Durva Machinery, Jet Pack Machines Private Limited, Marchesini Group, PAC Machinery Group, Pactech Machinery LLP, SATV Industries, Unisource Packaging Private Limited, Barvaya Packaging Industries, Orpac Systems Private Limited, Sonus Pharma Machines, and Parth Engineers & Consultant. These players are making efforts to drive innovations and stay ahead of the competion. More Insights in Towards Packaging: The global bottled water packaging market size was at USD 99.73 billion in 2022 to secure an estimated USD 195.59 billion by 2032, stretching at a 6.9% CAGR between 2023 and 2032. The global industrial packaging market size forecasted to expand from USD 62.56 billion in 2022 to achieve an approximation USD 101.42 billion by 2032, increasing at a 5.0% CAGR between 2023 and 2032. The global electronic packaging market size calculated to go up from USD 1.40 billion in 2022 to realize an expected USD 6.14 billion by 2032, developing at a 16.0% CAGR between 2023 and 2032. The global foam packaging market size presumed to grow from USD 17.40 billion in 2022 to fulfill a guesstimated USD 29.28 billion by 2032, thriving at a 5.35% CAGR between 2023 and 2032. The global medical device packaging market size speculated to escalate from USD 24.87 billion in 2022 to reach a conjectured USD 52.67 billion by 2032, advancing at a 7.42% CAGR between 2023 and 2032. The global virgin plastic packaging market size envisaged to surge from USD 117.23 billion in 2022 to acquire an anticipated USD 322.50 billion by 2032, maturing at a 9.91% CAGR between 2023 and 2032. The global aseptic packaging market size to elevate from USD 50.34 billion in 2022 to reach an estimated secure a forecasted USD 138.48 billion by 2032, escalating at a 10.7% CAGR between 2023 and 2032. The global rigid packaging market size expected to increase from USD 209.48 billion in 2022 hit a presumed USD 333.17 billion by 2032, augmenting at a 4.8% CAGR between 2023 and 2032. The global plastic food packaging market size anticipated to rise from USD 54.98 billion in 2022 to attain a calculated USD 88.28 billion by 2032, increasing at a 4.9% CAGR between 2023 and 2032. The global paper and paperboard packaging market size was at USD 297.89 billion in 2022 to secure an estimated USD 452.74 billion by 2032, progressing at a 4.28% CAGR between 2023 and 2032. Recent Developments In October 2024 , Econocorp announced the launch of its latest secondary packaging machine , the Spartan M-Pro carton, at PACK EXPO International 2024. In April 2024 , IWK Packaging Systems, Inc., a manufacturer of premium cartoning and tube filling equipment for the pharmaceutical and health & beauty sectors, introduced the CH 4, a modular, horizontal cartoning machine engineered to meet dramatically increased demand for the packaging of pre-filled syringes, vials, and other delicate pharma containers. This high-speed machine reduces energy consumption by over 20%. In November 2023 , ELITER presented its New Automatic Cartoning Machine during the Shanghai World of Packaging 2023. GRAN SONATA is the new end-load cartoner that is effective for large-sized cartoning and medium-size case packing. It offers the possibility of compact secondary and tertiary packaging for companies interested in automation of their packaging processes. Segments Covered in the Report By Machine Type Vertical Horizontal By Packaging Material Paperboard Corrugated Fiberboard By End User Food & Beverages Personal Care Cosmetics Pharmaceutical By Region North America U.S. Canada Europe Germany UK France Italy Spain Sweden Denmark Norway Asia Pacific China Japan India South Korea Thailand Latin America Brazil Mexico Argentina Middle East and Africa (MEA) South Africa UAE Saudi Arabia Kuwait Review the Full TOC for the Cartoning Machine Market Report: https://www.towardspackaging.com/table-of-content/cartoning-machine-market-sizing Invest in Premium Global Insights @ https://www.towardspackaging.com/price/5362 If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at sales@towardspackaging.com About Us Towards Packaging is a leading global consulting firm specializing in providing comprehensive and strategic research solutions. 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NoneMISSOULA, Mont. (AP) — Marcus Adams Jr.'s 25 points helped CSU Northridge defeat Utah Tech 89-79 on Sunday night at the Stew Morrill Classic. Adams added five rebounds for the Matadors (4-1). Keonte Jones added 23 points while shooting 8 of 15 from the field and 5 for 10 from the line while they also had nine rebounds and three blocks. Scotty Washington had 19 points and went 7 of 14 from the field (3 for 6 from 3-point range). The Trailblazers (1-5) were led by Hakim Byrd, who posted 23 points. Utah Tech also got 15 points from Noa Gonsalves. Samuel Ariyibi finished with 14 points and three blocks. The Matadors play Denver and Utah Tech takes on Montana when the event wraps up on Monday. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .
People in Russia 'need the truth,' says journalist who sacrificed home and security to keep reportingEven with technology taking over much of our day-to-day lives, board games still offer quality entertainment that can’t be beaten. Of course, the popular board games of today are a far cry from the games your parents grew up playing. Board games are perfect for encouraging your family to work together or for bringing your group of friends around the table for an evening. If you’d like to start up a weekly game night, let this helpful list of the most popular board games be your guide. Utter Nonsense Ages 8+ This game will have every player rolling in stitches with each ridiculous phrase that’s uttered. Combine crazy accents and hilarious phrases to impress the Nonsense Judge and win the round. The player with the highest number of wins ultimately wins the game, but the true fun of this card game is listening to your fellow players trying to say some of the most entertaining phrases of all time. This game is perfect for game nights or parties. Speak Out Ages 8+ This hilarious game is perfect if you have teenagers or are hosting a party with all adults. To play, you insert a mouthpiece that alters the sound of your speech, making every word sound silly. Set the timer and read one of the phrases on the cards and try to help your teammate guess what you’re saying. Speak Out easily provides hours of fun that even grandparents will love. Escape Room in a Box Ages 13+ What’s the next best thing to trying to break out of a room? Escape Room in a Box, of course. This thrilling, immersive game involves solving 2D and 3D puzzles in order to prevent a mad scientist from turning you and your friends or family into werewolves. Work together to escape your fate and use Amazon Alexa to enhance the experience. Codenames Ages 14+ This fun strategy game is perfect for anyone with teenagers. Form two teams and select a spymaster on each team. Using clues, spymasters try to help their teammates find all 25 of the agents they’re in contact with, hopefully without selecting the other team’s agents or running into the deadly assassin. This innovative game offers a challenging and rewarding time working together. Harry Potter Clue Ages 9+ Excite your kids on game night with this modern twist on a classic. Play as six recognizable Hogwarts characters — Harry, Hermione, Ron, Luna, Ginny or Neville — to solve the mystery behind a fellow student’s disappearance. It’s up to you to figure out who attacked the student, what bewitching spell they used and where it occurred. Watch out for the Dark Mark, moving staircases and secret passages as you travel along in this magical family game. Pandemic Ages 8+ If you’ve ever wanted to save humanity from a deadly outbreak, you’ll love spending an hour playing Pandemic. You and your teammates must fight to contain four deadly diseases threatening the human race. Players must learn to work with their teammates to control outbreak hotspots and treat diseases. Win the game by curing all diseases without wiping out humanity first. Catan Ages 10+ This tactical 60-minute game will push your imagination to its limits as you embark on a journey across Catan. Acquire crucial resources as you travel, build roads, buildings, and cities, and be wary of the ruthless robber and other players halting you on your own road. Through careful trading and clever decisions, you can lead your travelers to victory in this role-playing game of limitless possibilities. Play again and again. Every game is different. Ticket to Ride Ages 8+ Train lovers will enjoy this innovative board game which has won numerous awards. This cross-country train adventure game mimics the concept of traveling around the world in 80 days. Collect train cars and claim railways across the country. Players earn the most points by establishing long train routes and connecting distant cities. Each game takes roughly 30 to 40 minutes to complete, and every adventure is different. 5 Second Rule Ages 10+ This quick-paced game gives each player five seconds to name items on a certain topic. Although the topics are objectively easy —“Name 3 Mountains,” “Name 3 Types of Hats” or “Name 3 Super Heroes,” the pressure of the time crunch is likely to put you on edge. Race the clock and remain composed to win this game. You can even make up your own topics if you prefer. Half the fun is just hearing what other people blurt out, whether it’s relevant to the topic or not. Prices listed reflect time and date of publication and are subject to change. 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Samuel Ariyibi finished with 14 points and three blocks. The Matadors play Denver and Utah Tech takes on Montana when the event wraps up on Monday. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .
Nick Fuentes Arrested: What Did The Controversial Streamer Do?BUCHAREST, Romania (AP) — A far-right populist took the lead in Romania’s presidential election Sunday, electoral data showed, and will likely face leftist Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu in a runoff in two weeks, an outcome that rocked the country's political landscape. Calin Georgescu, who ran independently, led the polls with around 22% of the vote, while Ciolacu of the Social Democratic Party, or PSD, trailed at 20.6%. Elena Lasconi of the Save Romania Union party, or USR, stood at about 17.4%, and George Simion, the leader of the far-right Alliance for the Unity of Romanians, or AUR, took 14.3%. After polls closed at 9 p.m. local time (1900GMT), 9.4 million people — about 52.4% of eligible voters — had cast ballots, according to the Central Election Bureau. Thirteen candidates ran for the presidency in the European Union and NATO member country, and will go to a second round on Dec. 8. The president serves a five-year term and has significant decision-making powers in areas such as national security, foreign policy and judicial appointments. Georgescu, 62, ran independently and was not widely known. He outperformed most local surveys, sending shockwaves through Romania's political establishment. After casting his ballot on Sunday, Georgescu said in a post on Facebook that he voted “For the unjust, for the humiliated, for those who feel they do not matter and actually matter the most ... the vote is a prayer for the nation.” Cristian Andrei, a political consultant based in Bucharest, told The Associated Press that Georgescu’s unexpected poll performance appears to be a “large protest or revolt against the establishment.” “The mainstream political parties have lost the connection with regular Romanians,” he said. “You don’t have strong candidates or strong leaders ... there are weak candidates, weak leaders, and the parties in general are pretty much disconnected.” Georgescu lacks an agenda, Andrei added, and has a vague and populist manifesto with positions that are “beyond the normal discourse." His stances include supporting Romanian farmers, reducing dependency on imports, and ramping up energy and food production. He also has a rapidly growing on the social media platform, TikTok. Ahead of Sunday's vote, many expected to see Simion, a vocal supporter of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, face Ciolacu in the second round. He campaigned for reunification with Moldova, which this year renewed a five-year ban on him entering the country over security concerns, and he is banned for the same reason from neighboring Ukraine. Ecaterina Nawadia, a 20-year-old architecture student, said she voted for the first time in a national election on Sunday and hopes young people turn out in high numbers. “Since the (1989) revolution, we didn’t have a really good president,” she said. “I hope most of the people my age went to vote ... because the leading candidate is not the best option.” Romania will also hold parliamentary elections on Dec. 1 that will determine the country’s next government and prime minister. Andrei, the political consultant, said Romania's large budget deficit, high inflation, and an economic slowdown could push more mainstream candidates to shift toward populist stances amid widespread dissatisfaction. Ciolacu told the AP before the first-round vote that one of his biggest goals was “to convince Romanians that it is worth staying at home or returning” to Romania, which has a massive diaspora spread throughout EU countries. Other candidates included former NATO deputy general secretary Mircea Geoana , who ran independently and obtained about 6%; and Nicolae Ciuca, a former army general and head of the center-right National Liberal Party, which is currently in a tense coalition with the PSD — who stood at 9.3%. Geoana, a former foreign minister and ambassador to the United States, told the AP before Sunday's vote that he believed his international experience would qualify him above the other candidates. Lasconi, a former journalist and the leader of the USR, said she sees corruption as one of the biggest problems Romania faces and that she supports increased defense spending and continued aid to Ukraine.
Is supporting Trump insanity? A critic’s perspective: Letter to the EditorDespite a for the Dallas Cowboys, America’s Team remains America’s Mess. The Cowboys ended a five-game losing streak — the team’s longest losing streak since 2015 — with a 34-26 win over the Washington Commanders that featured a cacophony of special teams miscues from both squads. Still, Dallas is 4-7 and faces an uphill battle to avoid its first losing season since 2020. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Thanks for the feedback.
Nendah Tarke scores 24 to help Towson defeat Morgan State 64-60When Microsoft announced 365 Copilot in March 2023, a major selling point was that it used OpenAI's GPT-4 model Microsoft has been working on adding internal and third-party artificial intelligence models to power its flagship AI product Microsoft 365 Copilot, in a bid to diversify from the current underlying technology from OpenAI and reduce costs, sources familiar with the effort told Reuters. It is the latest effort by Microsoft, which is a major backer of OpenAI, to lessen its dependence on the AI startup – a departure from recent years when Microsoft touted its early access to OpenAI’s models. When Microsoft announced 365 Copilot in March 2023, a major selling point was that it used OpenAI’s GPT-4 model. Microsoft is also seeking to reduce 365 Copilot’s reliance on OpenAI due to concerns about cost and speed for enterprise users, according to the sources, who requested anonymity to discuss private matters. A Microsoft spokesperson said OpenAI continues as the company’s partner on frontier models, a term for the most advanced AI models available. The original agreement between the two companies allows the software giant to customize OpenAI’s models. “We incorporate various models from OpenAI and Microsoft depending on the product and experience,” Microsoft said in a statement. OpenAI declined to comment. In addition to training its own smaller models including the latest Phi-4, Microsoft is also working to customize other open-weight models to make 365 Copilot faster and more efficient, the sources added. The goal is to make it less expensive for Microsoft to run 365 Copilot, and potentially pass along those savings to the end customer, one of the sources said. Microsoft’s leaders, including Chief Executive Officer Satya Nadella, are tracking the efforts closely, the same source added. The move mirrors those of other Microsoft business units which have changed the ways in which they use OpenAI models. GitHub, which Microsoft acquired in 2018, added models from Anthropic and Google in October as alternatives to OpenAI’s GPT-4o. Its consumer chatbot Copilot, revamped in October, is now powered by in-house models as well as OpenAI models. Microsoft 365 Copilot, an AI assistant built in to Microsoft’s suite of enterprise software including Word and PowerPoint, is still trying to prove its return on investment to enterprises. Microsoft has not shared specific sales data on the number of licenses sold, and there have been concerns about pricing and utility. A survey of 152 information technology companies showed the vast majority of them had not progressed their 365 Copilot initiatives past the pilot stage, research firm Gartner said in August. Still, analysts at BNP Paribas Exane said they have seen an acceleration in adoption, and expect Microsoft to sell 365 Copilot to more than 10 million paid users this year. Microsoft also said in a November that 70% of Fortune 500 companies are using 365 Copilot. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() );Chiefs head to Pittsburgh on Christmas hoping to lock up the top seed in the AFC
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