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The human brain works in interesting ways, ways we don't even fully understand. It interprets the world around us, processes our thoughts, and influences us with our subconscious. It also makes interesting connections -- which is why you can read a document with missing letters and largely put together the puzzle pieces. It can also notice patterns when you are more aware of them. When this writer bought her car a couple of years ago, a Honda CRV, she suddenly noticed a lot of Honda CRVs on the road. It's just how the brain works. It sees patterns of a familiar thing. So it's not really a surprise that the rotten work of the 'anti-racist' movement has made people see racism everywhere -- even in the most innocuous of things. That's precisely the point and purpose: it was a solution in search of a problem: Huge new result: Anti-racism trainings probably lead people to accuse others of racism even when they're not racist. That's exactly the result of a new study on DEI trainings, with a special focus on the impacts of the works of Ibram X. Kendi and Robin DiAngelo. Let's dig in🧵 pic.twitter.com/htpQRDqosN Everyone knew this would happen. In the first experiment, the researchers took 324 participants and randomized them to either read an Ibram X. Kendi or Robin DiAngelo excerpt or to a racially-neutral condition where they read about corn. Here are some excerpts from the reading materials, for your understanding: pic.twitter.com/XzWcCsplpB Look, science. After learning, for example, that western countries are compromised by virtue of their racist ideologies and pasts, participants were presented with a scenario that was totally racially neutral. The scenario is described as follows, and everyone involved did nothing racist: pic.twitter.com/nAabHT1k3P Oh, look. Nothing racist. The participants who were exposed to the 'racism' scenario imagined more racism into existence. They believed there was a lot more bias, tons of microaggressions and whatnot, even though there was nothing. pic.twitter.com/knfr0fFNiW Which is how DiAngelo and Kendi want things to be -- because they get rich. What's worse, the participants who read the DEI passages also wanted to punish the "offenders" who—I'll remind—literally did nothing racially biased. They were more likely to want to harm people who did nothing due to their own imaginations. pic.twitter.com/QbFAUPNcjI This is scary. These findings were so shocking and forceful that the authors immediately sought to replicate them. They gathered a nearly three-times larger sample and found... the same results! pic.twitter.com/owOjCszEeQ Anti-racism is toxic. After either reading about corn or materials from the Institute for Social Policy and Understanding (ISPU), participants were then asked to evaluate identical trials, for either the clearly-Muslim Ahmed Akhtar or the clearly-just-White George Green. pic.twitter.com/S38opuEIHF We can all guess where this is going. Participants though the trial of Ahmed was considerably more unfair after they "learned" about Islamophobia. But once again, there was no bias. They just read the DEI materials and invented the bias in their minds. pic.twitter.com/TqmgloUaHk Surprise, surprise! But why? Mechanistically, it does not seem that learning about (and seemingly believing in) Islamophobia increased tolerance for Muslims. What it did was just to increase the perception of bias. Islamophobia materials did not boost positive sentiment towards Muslims: pic.twitter.com/oIothWv6j7 It's not about tolerance. Never was. A final major point of DEI trainings nowadays is caste. I am referring not to "involuntary caste" stuff a la scholars like Ogbu, but to the Indian caste system. As the timeline shows, its supposed importance has rapidly gained acknowledgement across the U.S. pic.twitter.com/wDQ0P8Rmya We wonder if Matt Walsh learned about caste. He is a DEI expert, after all. Despite institutional acceptance that caste matters, and in particular because of bias against members of low castes, most Americans probably still don't understand caste. So in this experiment, participants were exposed to caste oppression information, or to neutral caste info: pic.twitter.com/M1KRj9ythM And, once more, they set up a scenario. Participants were then exposed to a totally caste-neutral scenario in which an Indian admissions officer at an elite East Coast university interviews Raj Kumar and, ultimately, Raj gets rejected. pic.twitter.com/AjJQA4pOVT Guess what happens? We bet you can guess what happens, As you might predict from the other results, the nearly 850 respondents who read about casteism invented a lot more caste bias into the scenario than people who read about caste in general. pic.twitter.com/zphMvYXdbb As predictable as the sun rising in the east. Not only that, but the people exposed to casteism reading material were more likely to see Hindus as racists and to want to punish the admissions officer. pic.twitter.com/sjZmWdNaow There's that punishment again. What was really alarming was that, after the casteism readings, people were considerably more likely to agree with explicitly anti-Brahmin statements that were really rough, like "Brahmins are parasites", "Brahmins are a virus". These seem like damaging ideas to promote! pic.twitter.com/ny6hNcVi7F Wow. That's actually racist. Which is what DiAngelo and Kendi want -- more racism. So they can sell more books and more lecture tickets. Turning back to the original sample, we see something interesting: the people who scored higher on Left-Wing Authoritarianism were more likely to want to punish the people they believed were being racist. Keep that in mind. Now let's review. pic.twitter.com/ojdAoWGiP9 Yes, let's review. All these large-scale studies, with their simple designs, and direct and conceptual replications, with all of their results, support several conclusions. First, DEI training introduces narratives that lead people to assume certain groups are oppressors and others are victims. By design. Second, DEI trainings lead to hostile attribution biases, leading participants to see discrimination when there is none. DEI trainings ironically promote racial prejudice, hostility, suspicion, and division. It's all intentional, ironic but intentional. Third, DEI trainings lead to demands for punishment again perceived oppressors, as well as the ideologically impure. This happens despite the perception of being an oppressor always being wrong in these studies. Tell us more about how conservatives are the authoritarians here. Fourth, heightened suspicion of "oppressors" and the "impure" triggers people with authoritarian tendencies to endorse surveillance, purity testing, strict social control, and ever-increasing responses that range from corrective to coercive. Authoritarians want to punish. People like DiAngelo and Kendi want punishments for those who don't toe the line. They are authoritarians. And fifth, the heightened punitive atmosphere generated by DEI trainings feeds into demands for more anti-oppression trainings, creating a self-reinforcing cycle of totally needless suspicion and intolerance. And certain people make lots of money off of this. DEI trainings have been noted to be ineffective at promoting tolerance and productivity, and plenty of people have noticed backfiring. This adds a new dimension that teaches us about feelings and perceptions of oppression more generally. DEI training is not just counterproductive, it's harmful. With these results in mind, we now know that people are more than willing to totally invent racism and other forms of bias in their heads and to want to harm people because of fully-imagined bias on those people's parts. The era when everyone was colorblind was better. It sure was. Keep this in mind. DEI needs to D-I-E.
Adrian Butler Elected to PRA Group Board of Directors“ Dawson’s Creek ” star James Van Der Beek is selling movie-themed merchandise to help finance his and others’ cancer treatment. The 47-year-old actor, who revealed his colorectal cancer diagnosis last month, took to social media to unveil his crowd-funding initiative. He shared images wearing a “Varsity Blues” jersey while holding a football on his official Instagram account. A post shared by James Van Der Beek (@vanderjames) “100% of my net proceeds will go to families recovering from the financial burden of cancer (including my own 😇),” he wrote in the caption. The limited-edition jerseys bear the number 4, worn by Jonathon “Mox” Moxon, the Texas high school quarterback Van Der Beek portrayed in the 1999 sports movie. Autographed jerseys are $80 and unsigned jerseys are priced at $40 on his official website . “Order one and get a signed one in time for Christmas,” the “Pose actor encouraged his 1.6 million followers with the hashtag “#cancerisexpensive.” But his fundraising goals aren’t limited to social media. Van Der Beek is among several male celebrities featured in “ The Real Full Monty, ” a new take on the Oscar nominated 1997 British comedy “ The Full Monty, ” in which a group of unemployed men in England do a Chippendales-style striptease to score extra cash. He joins fellow actors Anthony Anderson, Tyler Posey and Taye Diggs , “Dancing With the Stars” judge Bruno Tonioli and Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones to raise awareness for prostate, testicular and colorectal cancer testing and research. In early November, the married father of six revealed he had been diagnosed with stage 3 colorectal cancer. “I’ve been privately dealing with this diagnosis and have been taking steps to resolve it, with the support of my incredible family, ” Van Der Beek told People magazine . He went on to detail how differences in his bowel movements led him to consider diet changes to cure potential issues. After not noticing a change, he scheduled a colonoscopy and later “went into shock” when his gastroenterologist gave him the results.Top Stories U.S. Economic Growth Slows Amid Global and Domestic Challenges By mayukh - December 2, 2024 Image Credits: Pexels The U.S. Economic Growth is experiencing a slowdown as it grapples with a combination of factors, including inflationary pressures, global supply chain disruptions, and shifts in consumer spending behavior. While the economy remains resilient, the slowdown has raised concerns about the potential for a prolonged period of slower growth. Inflation and Federal Reserve Policy One of the key challenges facing the U.S. economy is inflation, which remains above the Federal Reserve’s target of 2%. Although inflation rates have cooled from their peak, prices for everyday goods such as food, energy, and housing continue to rise at a pace that outstrips wage growth for many American households. This has led to increased pressure on families, particularly those with lower incomes, as the cost of living continues to climb. In response, the Federal Reserve has continued to raise interest rates, aiming to cool the economy and bring inflation under control. These interest rate hikes have had a broad impact on the economy, increasing borrowing costs for consumers and businesses alike. Mortgage rates, for instance, have reached their highest levels in over a decade, leading to a slowdown in the housing market. Consumers are also cutting back on discretionary spending as financing costs rise, further contributing to the economic slowdown. Despite these challenges, many economists are optimistic that the U.S. economy will avoid a full recession in the short term, pointing to strong job growth and the continued expansion of key sectors like technology and healthcare. However, the path ahead remains uncertain, and it will likely depend on the effectiveness of monetary policy and the resolution of global supply chain disruptions. Labor Market Tightness and Job Growth The U.S. job market has remained robust despite the economic slowdown. Unemployment rates have continued to hover near historic lows, and job openings remain plentiful. However, labor market tightness persists, with employers struggling to fill positions in sectors such as healthcare, construction, and technology. This has resulted in upward pressure on wages as companies compete to attract workers. In particular, the tech sector has seen significant layoffs in recent months, as companies adjust to shifting economic conditions and reevaluate their hiring practices. While the overall job market remains strong, there are concerns that some industries may experience volatility as they adapt to new economic realities. Additionally, the growth of remote work and hybrid work models is continuing to reshape the job market. Many workers have embraced flexible work arrangements, which has led to a shift in demand for jobs in different regions of the country. Cities that were previously considered tech hubs, such as San Francisco and New York, are seeing an exodus of workers as employees seek lower living costs and better quality of life in smaller cities and rural areas. Global Economic Tensions and Trade The global economy is also influencing the U.S. economic landscape. Trade tensions, particularly with China, continue to create uncertainty, as the U.S. and its trading partners navigate complex geopolitical dynamics. Tariffs, supply chain disruptions, and shifting trade relationships are causing ripple effects across industries, from agriculture to manufacturing. In particular, the U.S. is facing competition from China and other emerging markets in key sectors such as technology and renewable energy. While the U.S. remains a global leader in innovation, it must address challenges such as intellectual property theft and cybersecurity threats to maintain its competitive edge. In conclusion, while the U.S. economy remains resilient, it faces several challenges that could impact growth in the coming months and years. Inflation, interest rate hikes, labor market tightness, and global economic tensions are all factors that could shape the economic landscape in the near future. Economic policymakers will need to carefully manage these issues to ensure a stable and sustainable recovery. Facebook Twitter Pinterest WhatsApp Linkedin ReddIt Email Telegram Previous article The Future of Supply Chain Management in a Post-Pandemic World mayukh http://digitalmarketnews.com
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Singapore, Dec. 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Webuy Global Ltd. (Nasdaq: WBUY) (the “Company”), a Southeast Asian community-oriented e-commerce retailor with a focus on grocery and travel, today announced the closing of its previously announced registered direct offering with certain institutional investors for the sale and purchase of an aggregate of 21,013,239 of the Company’s Class A ordinary shares, par value $0.000000385 per share (the “Shares”) (or Class A ordinary share equivalents in lieu thereof) in a registered direct offering at a purchase price of $0.1756 per share. The purchase price for the pre-funded warrants is $0.1755 to the purchase price for Shares, less the exercise price of $0.0001 per share. The gross proceeds to the Company from the registered direct offering are estimated to be approximately $3.7 million, before deducting the placement agent’s fees and other estimated offering expenses. D. Boral Capital LLC acted as the exclusive placement agent for the offering. Ortoli Rosenstadt LLP acted as counsel to the Company and Hunter Taubman Fischer & Li LLC acted as counsel to D. Boral Capital LLC. The proposed offering of the securities described above is being offered by the Company pursuant to a “shelf” registration statement on Form F-3 (File No. 333-283356) filed by the Company with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) and declared effective by the SEC on December 3, 2024, and the accompanying prospectus contained therein. The offering was made only by means of a prospectus supplement and accompanying prospectus. The prospectus supplement describing the terms of the public offering was filed with the SEC. Copies of the prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus relating to this offering may be obtained on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov or by contacting D. Boral Capital LLC Attention: Syndicate Department, 590 Madison Avenue, 39th Floor, New York, NY 10022, by email at syndicate@dboralcapital.com , or by telephone at +1 (212) 970-5150. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any of the securities described herein, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction. About Webuy Global Ltd Webuy Global Ltd. (Nasdaq: WBUY) is a forward-thinking, technology-driven company aimed at becoming the leading e-commerce and travel platform in Southeast Asia. Leveraging advanced AI technologies, the Company enhances its 'group buy' model by providing personalized recommendations, predictive demand analytics, and seamless community interactions. In addition, Webuy integrates AI-powered travel solutions, such as its proprietary AI Travel Consultant, to deliver personalized itineraries, group travel planning, and real-time support. These innovations streamline the traditional supply chain, foster a community-driven shopping experience, and simplify travel planning for its users. Webuy is committed to improving the lives of millions of families in Southeast Asia with high-quality, affordable products, services, and travel experiences. For more information, visit http://webuy.global Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements regarding the Company’s current expectations. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties described more fully in the Company’s filings with the SEC. Forward-looking statements are made as of this date, and the Company undertakes no duty to update them, except as required by law.
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IRVING, Texas, Nov. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Exela Technologies, Inc. ("Exela” or the "Company”) (NASDAQ: XELA, XELAP), a global business process automation leader, will host a conference call with the financial community to discuss the Company's financial results for the third quarter 2024 at 4:30 p.m. ET on November 29, 2024. Hosting the call and reviewing the results will be Matt Brown, Interim Chief Financial Officer of the Company. The conference call will be broadcast live on Exela's Investor Relations website at https://investors.exelatech.com/ . Third Quarter 2024 Results Webcast and Call Access Information: Shortly after the conclusion of the call, a replay will be available through December 6, 2024 at 877-344-7529 or +1-412-317-0088 (international). The replay passcode is 8557685. To automatically receive Exela financial news by e-mail, please visit the Exela Investor Relations website, http://investors.exelatech.com/ , and subscribe to E-mail Alerts. For more Exela news, commentary, and industry perspectives, visit: Website: https://investors.exelatech.com/ X: @ExelaTech LinkedIn: exela-technologies Facebook: @exelatechnologies Instagram: @exelatechnologies The information posted on the Company's website and/or via its social media accounts may be deemed material to investors. Accordingly, investors, media and others interested in the Company should monitor the Company's website and its social media accounts in addition to the Company's press releases, SEC filings and public conference calls and webcasts. About Exela Exela Technologies is a business process outsourcing and automation leader, leveraging a global footprint and proprietary technology to help turn the complex into the simple through user friendly software platforms and solutions that enable our customers' digital transformation. We have decades of expertise earned from serving more than 4,000 customers worldwide, including many of the world's largest enterprises and over 60% of the Fortune® 100, in many mission-critical environments across multiple industries, including banking, healthcare, insurance and manufacturing. Our technology-enabled solutions allow global organizations to address critical challenges resulting from the massive amounts of data obtained and created through their daily operations. Our solutions address the life cycle of transaction processing and enterprise information management, from enabling payment gateways and data exchanges across multiple systems, to matching inputs against contracts and handling exceptions, to ultimately depositing payments and distributing communications. Through cloud-enabled platforms, built on a configurable stack of automation modules, and approximately 12,600 employees operating in 20 countries, Exela rapidly deploys integrated technology and operations as an end-to-end digital journey partner. Investor and/or Media Contacts: [email protected]Video Loading Video Unavailable Click to play Tap to play The video will auto-play soon 8 Cancel Play now Get the latest Belfast Live breaking news on WhatsApp Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Join us on WhatsApp I'm A Celebrity accused Dean McCullough of being 'faker than a Premier League footballer' following his unexpected composure during the latest episode of the hit reality show. In Tuesday's episode (November 26), the campmates endured a harrowing journey on the Fright Bus, with each contestant bracing themselves for a particularly nasty ride. Yet, it was Dean's reaction, or lack thereof, that caught the attention of fans. Accusations flew from viewers suggesting the Radio 1 presenter might be 'faking it' on the show. This speculation has been fuelled by Dean being chosen for a Bushtucker trial five consecutive times, even saying the iconic line 'I'm a celebrity get me out of here' twice, and at one point failing to win any stars. However, in his most recent trial, he finally hit double figures and he remained calm and composed on the Fright Bus. 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After witnessing the campmates' antics on the Fright Bus, fans speculated that Deans actions were a calculated move for screen time as one viewer remarked: "Oh Dean has just proved all our points he was doing it all to get the votes to do the trails to get the screen time." All the campmates were aboard (Image: ITV/REX/Shutterstock) The recent episode has many betting that Tulisa is set to be voted for the next Bushtucker trial, especially after Barry had to repeatedly assist her by removing critters during their latest challenge. Revelations on I'm A Celebrity Unpacked showed that Maura and Jane are up for the next trial, with the new nerve-wracking challenge appropriately titled the Fright at the end of the Tunnel. I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here! continues tomorrow at 9pm on ITV1 and ITVX Story Saved You can find this story in My Bookmarks. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Follow BelfastLive Facebook Twitter Comment More On BBC Radio 1 I'm A Celebrity... 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Partnering with hummel and Northwell Health, the new kit honors the club's iconic local roots. WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. , Nov. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Westchester Soccer Club (WSC) – the first homegrown professional sports club to call New York's most populous suburb home – debuted the team's inaugural home kit last week at an event with Northwell Health, its front of kit sponsor and official health partner. See images of the new kit here and the video reveal. Through an exciting partnership with hummel, a leading global sportswear brand, and with sponsorship from Northwell Health, the home kit builds on the excitement of WSC's iconic homegrown brand unveiled earlier this summer. The White, Gold, and Blue "Zee" Kit represents the next step in WSC's campaign to deepen community engagement as it prepares for the 2025 season in the United Soccer League One (USL). Earlier this year, USL announced that Westchester County, N.Y. has been granted the rights to a USL League One franchise, with WSC to kick off in 2025 as the host of home matches at the newly renovated Memorial Field in Mount Vernon, N.Y. "Our new kits proudly showcase the defining spirit of our community. At its core, the jersey is a celebration of our heritage, with the "Infinity W" mark (found in our badge and side-striping) and the Tappan Zee Bridge representing the connection between our players, fans, and our hometown communities," said Mitch Baruchowitz, majority owner of WSC. "Northwell Health is very proud to be the front-of-kit sponsor and official health partner of Westchester Soccer Club. This partnership reflects our shared commitment to fostering a healthier, more connected community," said Dr. Debbie Salas-Lopez of Northwell Health. "The new jerseys symbolize the strength of this collaboration, and we are excited to stand alongside WSC in uniting and inspiring Westchester through the power of soccer." Designed with the vibrant spirit of the NY suburban landscape in mind, the jerseys embody the pride and identity of WSC as a uniter of families and communities in the greater Westchester Region. The distinctive home kits resonate with the club's unique identity and aim to bring fans together and feature one of the region's iconic landmarks. In addition to the introduction of the new kits, WSC is also excited to announce the availability of season ticket deposits for the upcoming League One season. A deposit includes exclusive access to club information, announcements, invitations to events and more, providing fans the opportunity to secure their seats for an exciting season ahead, further solidifying their connection to the club. The new jerseys, and other items in a brand-new line of merchandise, are now available online at WSC's website for ensuring that fans can proudly display their support for the club ahead of the season. For more information about the new jerseys, season ticket options, and upcoming events, please visit: https://www.westchestersc.com/ . About Westchester Soccer Club Westchester Soccer Club, Westchester's first homegrown professional sports team, will join USL One in the 2025 season. The club is dedicated to celebrating the region's profound love for soccer through exciting game experiences and community-focused events. With a strong commitment to nurturing local talent, WSC aims to build a world-class developmental pipeline for both boys and girls in Westchester. For more information and updates, follow WSC on social media: Twitter/X: @westchestersc • Instagram: @westchestersc • Facebook: @westchestersc Sign up for email updates at www.westchestersc.com Media Contact: Josh Vlasto [email protected] SOURCE Westchester Soccer ClubIsrael and Lebanon's Hezbollah agree to a ceasefire to end nearly 14 months of fighting
Sabrina Ionescu was thrilled to be part of Unrivaled — the The Liberty star guard who helped New York win the first championship in franchise history earlier this year signed a historic agreement on Monday with the league. She'll join the Phantom BC that Saturday night to acquire Natasha Cloud. "It was a huge decision getting me to play or not," Ionescu said in a phone interview Monday night. "I weighed out all my options and decided to do what’s best for me and my career. Being able to take part in a league that is the first of its kind with a historic deal and be on the ownership side of it is important for me.” Ionescu said the league gave her some flexibility in her schedule if she needs to step away for a day or two. The NBA All-Star Game is on Feb. 16, which is in the middle of the Unrivaled season. The league has no team games during the NBA All-Star weekend. There's discussions of her potentially competing in another 3-point contest with Stephen Curry. “I have certain dates that I have to be gone for. They were very accommodating with things I already accepted and have to be gone for before I committed to the league,” Ionescu said. Ionescu will also be playing with Brittney Griner, Marina Mabrey, Katie Lou Samuelson and Satou Sabally. Ionescu was teammates with Sabally at Oregon. “I’m really excited being able to play with her and knowing we’ve wanted to play with each other for a long time since we departed from Oregon,” Ionescu said. The 27-year-old Ionescu is she had earlier this month on her right thumb to stabilize the ulnar collateral ligament. She's not cleared yet, but is on target to be able to play at the start of the Unrivaled season. “I should be cleared and ready to go and be able to be there and be a part of it,” Ionescu said. “The first year was something I wanted to experience and have ownership is a big part in that as well.” Ionescu said she hurt the thumb in the final 90 seconds of Game 4 of the WNBA Finals, but there was no way she was going to miss the decisive Finals game which New York won. She went 1 for 19 in against Minnesota but found other ways to help the team win, with eight assists and seven rebounds. “I didn’t know the severity of my injury when I did it. I didn’t care to know and wanted to do whatever I could to play and try to do the best I can for us to win,” she said. “Thankfully I was able to do everything beside shooting which now makes a lot of sense since I couldn’t grip a basketball.” Ionescu took a few weeks to see if the injury would heal on its own after the season was over. She got a few opinions from doctors before deciding that surgery was the best option. This is the first time that Ionescu is taking part in an offseason league. “I’m excited. Obviously it's a great opportunity to be able to play and continue to refine my game in the offseason," she said. “It’s a great opportunity to compete against the best players in the league that are now in Unrivaled.” It has been a busy year for the former Oregon great, who also got married and . “It’s been amazing. When I sit back and think about everything that happened this year, it puts a lot in perspective when things aren’t going as well,” she said. “I've had those years where everything was going wrong and then to have a year like this where you stop and smell the roses and everything you prayed and wished for happens.” AP WNBA:Oilers turn to Plans B, C and D to address injuries, underperformance on wings
The Gunners delivered the statement Champions League victory their manager had demanded to bounce back from a narrow defeat at Inter Milan last time out. Goals from Gabriel Martinelli, Kai Havertz, Gabriel Magalhaes, Bukayo Saka and Leandro Trossard got their continental campaign back on track, lifting them to seventh place with 10 points in the new-look 36-team table. It was Arsenal’s biggest away win in the Champions League since beating Inter by the same scoreline in 2003. “For sure, especially against opposition we played at their home who have not lost a game in 18 months – they have been in top form here – so to play with the level, the determination, the purpose and the fluidity we showed today, I am very pleased,” said Arteta. “The team played with so much courage, because they are so good. When I’m watching them live they are so good! They were all exceptional today. It was a big performance, a big win and we are really happy. “The performance was there a few times when we have played big teams. That’s the level that we have to be able to cope and you have to make it happen, and that creates belief.” A memorable victory also ended Sporting’s unbeaten start to the season, a streak of 17 wins and one draw, the vast majority of which prompted Manchester United to prise away head coach Ruben Amorim. The Gunners took the lead after only seven minutes when Martinelli tucked in Jurrien Timber’s cross, and Saka teed up Havertz for a tap-in to double the advantage. Arsenal added a third on the stroke of half-time, Gabriel charging in to head Declan Rice’s corner into the back of the net. To rub salt in the wound, the Brazilian defender mimicked Viktor Gyokeres’ hands-over-his-face goal celebration. That may have wound Sporting up as they came out after the interval meaning business, and they pulled one back after David Raya tipped Hidemasa Morita’s shot behind, with Goncalo Inacio netting at the near post from the corner. But when Martin Odegaard’s darting run into the area was halted by Ousmane Diomande’s foul, Saka tucked away the penalty. Substitute Trossard added the fifth with eight minutes remaining, heading in the rebound after Mikel Merino’s shot was saved. A miserable night for prolific Sporting striker Gyokeres was summed up when his late shot crashed back off the post.
NoneThe last time President-elect Donald Trump used tariffs to wage the US-China trade war, it upended US ports. Suppliers rushed to frontload inventory ahead of implementation dates, straining infrastructure ill-equipped to handle the volume surge. The COVID pandemic only accelerated the untangling of global supply chains. Logistics firms say the lessons from those experiences and the changes implemented since may help cushion the blow if Trump makes good on promises to hike tariffs on US imports . “What I think people learned was not to make huge volume rash decisions,” said Paul Brashier, vice president of global supply chain for ITS Logistics, referring to the 2018 trade war. “[There was] a lot of knowledge and infrastructure that was put in place to be able to handle situations like this that still exists so it mutes the overall effect when there are these changes in booking behavior.” To be clear, some businesses are rushing to get ahead of any tariff hikes. At the country’s largest port, cargo volume was up 16% year on year in November, according to Port of Los Angeles director Gene Seroka, although he attributed much of that spike to geopolitical issues and a strong economy. Read more: How do tariffs work, and who really pays them? But as firms dust off their 2018 tariff playbooks, many are confronting a very different global trade landscape that is more diversified to withstand potential shocks. For example, while China’s share of US imports amounted to 20% in 2017, today that share has declined to a 20-year low of 13.5%, according to research by Goldman Sachs. That shift has been especially pronounced in sectors like technology, where firms have increasingly distributed manufacturing outside of China to regional hubs like Southeast Asia and Mexico . Earlier this year, Mexico overtook China as America’s largest trading partner for the first time in decades. Brashier has personally overseen the supply chain changes for ITS Logistics. Since 2018, the firm has opened new distribution facilities in Indianapolis, Reno, Nev., and Fort Worth, Texas. It expanded operations to 4 million square feet and added 3,500 additional transportation assets, including tractors, trailers, and chassis. “There's a lot more infrastructure now that allows folks to ebb and flow and respond to what's going on with these kinds of headwinds that we see almost, it seems like, regularly,” he said. “I think that's the biggest thing that came out of 2018 and post-COVID.” Those reinforcements are sure to be tested as US ports brace for what could be the perfect storm. In addition to the impact of potential tariff hikes, companies are bracing for disruptions that could stem from possible dockworker strikes at East Coast and Gulf Coast ports and the annual surge ahead of the Lunar New Year holiday in Asia. Seroka said front-loading started in the third quarter of the year, but unlike in 2018, many businesses are taking a wait-and-see approach. "We know there's a long way from the campaign trail to the implementation of public policy," he said. "What we need now is a clear line of sight as to where and when this policy may take shape." US policy concerns only add to the long list of challenges shippers have had to navigate this year, particularly in response to disruptions in the Red Sea , where 12% of global trade used to pass through. Companies have spent much of the year building inventories in the face of frequent delays and service reconfigurations, even as demand for container shipping remained strong. Container volumes for November are projected to be up 14.4% year on year, according to Global Port Tracker . The Port of Los Angeles is on track to process 10 million container units for only the second time in its history, Seroka said. Brashier has already begun mapping out contingency plans with importers for additional disruptions that are likely to emerge. That includes finding alternative points of entry into the US and monitoring the traffic flow. The ability to track freight the minute it hits water overseas gives imports a four- to six-week buffer, he said. Brashier said other firms have begun seeking out additional warehouse space to store inventory. Overseas suppliers are also weighing their options and negotiating lower prices for goods ahead of additional tariffs. They are concerned about losing business like they did in 2018. One New Jersey-based home goods importer, who did not want his name used, said US firms are in a stronger position to "hit suppliers," particularly in China, since growth in the world’s second-largest economy has stagnated. He has no plans to reroute his supply chain, even if it means passing down higher costs to consumers. “There [are] certain commodities that the infrastructure of China cannot be beat on, whether it's the raw material, access to ports, access to ships, access to transportation, access to a labor force,” he said. “We're not selling products at a loss. We're a for-profit entity.” Click here for the latest economic news and indicators to help inform your investing decisions Read the latest financial and business news from Yahoo Finance