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PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jamal Mashburn Jr. scored 18 points as Temple beat Buffalo 91-71 on Sunday. Mashburn shot 6 for 10 (3 for 6 from 3-point range) and 3 of 4 from the free-throw line for the Owls (8-5). Zion Stanford scored 15 points while going 4 of 9 and 6 of 7 from the free-throw line. Quante Berry had 15 points and shot 7 of 8 from the field and 0 for 4 from the foul line. The Bulls (5-7) were led by Tyson Dunn, who posted 11 points and four assists. Anquan Boldin Jr. added 11 points and three steals for Buffalo. Noah Batchelor also had nine points and six rebounds. Temple took the lead with 5:38 remaining in the first half and never looked back. The score was 39-29 at halftime, with Shane Dezonie racking up seven points. Temple outscored Buffalo in the second half by 10 points, with Mashburn scoring a team-high 13 points after intermission. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .From Astro Bot to Prince of Persia: 15 best video games of 2024

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VALLEY FORGE, Pa. , Nov. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Vanguard announced plans to launch two new ETFs in the first quarter of 2025 intended to help investors manage their short-term liquidity needs. Vanguard Ultra-Short Treasury ETF (VGUS) and Vanguard 0-3 Month Treasury Bill ETF (VBIL) are index ETFs that will offer low-cost Treasury exposure for individual investors and financial advisors. Both new ETFs can serve as part of an investor's liquidity tool kit, as both will offer exposure to U.S. Treasury securities, have short durations and low volatility, and are expected to have tight bid-ask spreads. VGUS will hold Treasuries with maturities less than 12 months, while VBIL will focus on Treasury bills maturing in three months or less. VGUS and VBIL are both expected to launch with an expense ratio of 0.07%, which will position each ETF as the low-cost leader in its respective category. "VGUS and VBIL can be a solution for those who rely on ultra-short bond funds and ETFs to manage their liquidity needs," said Daniel Reyes , Global Head of Vanguard Portfolio Review Department. "These new ultra-short Treasury ETFs fill the gap between Vanguard's money market funds and our existing ultra-short-term bond offerings, enabling investors to build portfolios with greater precision using Vanguard ETFs." The new ETFs will be advised by Vanguard Fixed Income Group, which for more than 40 years has distinguished itself with deep investment capabilities, disciplined index tracking processes, and rigorous risk management techniques. Vanguard Fixed Income Group has been managing index funds since 1986, when it launched Vanguard Total Bond Market Index Fund, the world's first bond index fund. Its world-class fixed income indexing talent is supported by sophisticated technology and investment processes that enable tight tracking for Vanguard's index funds and ETFs. About Vanguard Founded in 1975, Vanguard is one of the world's leading investment management companies. The firm offers investments, advice, and retirement services to tens of millions of individual investors around the globe—directly, through workplace plans, and through financial intermediaries. Vanguard operates under a unique, investor-owned structure where Vanguard fund shareholders own the funds, which in turn own Vanguard. As such, Vanguard adheres to a simple purpose: To take a stand for all investors, to treat them fairly, and to give them the best chance for investment success. For more information, visit vanguard.com. A registration statement relating to these securities has been filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) but has not yet become effective. The SEC has not approved or disapproved these securities or passed upon the adequacy of this prospectus. Any representation to the contrary is considered a criminal offense. These securities may not be sold nor may offers to buy be accepted prior to the time the registration statement becomes effective. This communication shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of, these securities in any state in which such offer, solicitation, or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state. For more information about Vanguard funds and Vanguard ETFs, visit vanguard.com or call 800-523-1036 to obtain a prospectus or, if available, a summary prospectus. Investment objectives, risks, charges, expenses, and other important information about a fund are contained in the prospectus; read and consider it carefully before investing. Vanguard ETF Shares are not redeemable with the issuing Fund other than in very large aggregations worth millions of dollars. Instead, investors must buy and sell Vanguard ETF Shares in the secondary market and hold those shares in a brokerage account. In doing so, the investor may incur brokerage commissions and may pay more than net asset value when buying and receive less than net asset value when selling. All investing is subject to risk, including the possible loss of the money you invest. Bond funds are subject to interest rate risk, which is the chance bond prices overall will decline because of rising interest rates, and credit risk, which is the chance a bond issuer will fail to pay interest and principal in a timely manner or that negative perceptions of the issuer's ability to make such payments will cause the price of that bond to decline. U.S. government backing of Treasury or agency securities applies only to the underlying securities and does not prevent share-price fluctuations. Unlike stocks and bonds, U.S. Treasury bills are guaranteed as to the timely payment of principal and interest. © 2024 The Vanguard Group, Inc. All rights reserved. Vanguard Marketing Corporation, Distributor. SOURCE VanguardSaudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman said on Friday the OPEC+ decision to push back the start of oil output rises by three months until April was based mainly on fundamentals. “There are so many things going on over the next two months but primarily the decision to delay bringing these barrels to the second quarter is tied to the issue that the first quarter is not a good quarter to bring in volumes as it is known to be a quarter for building stocks,” Prince Abdulaziz told CNBC in an interview, when asked how the incoming administration of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump would impact OPEC’s strategy. OPEC+, which groups the de facto Saudi-led Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) with allies including Russia, on Thursday also extended the full unwinding of cuts by a year until the end of 2026 due to weak demand and booming production outside the group. The decision “also gives you a meaningful way to have a better understanding not necessarily of what will happen with regard to the U.S., respectfully, but there are so many other things – growth in China, growth in Europe, and lack of it thanks to transitioning, and what is happening in the U.S. economy, interest rates, inflation.” “There are too many moving parts. But honestly the primary cause for moving or shifting – bringing these barrels – is based on fundamentals,” Prince Abdulaziz said. OPEC+, which pumps about half the world’s oil, had been planning to start unwinding cuts from October 2024 but a slowdown in global demand and rising output elsewhere forced it to postpone the plans on several occasions. “I think the reality check that we had to attend to was that we have the double task of attending to the fundamentals yet put together something that mitigates these negative sentiments, within of course the controls of what OPEC+ can do,” Prince Abdulaziz said. “We honestly believe the market next year will be better than what is being projected.” OPEC+ members are holding back 5.86 million barrels per day of output, or about 5.7% of global demand, in a series of steps agreed since 2022 to support the market. The steps include cuts of 2 million bpd by the whole group, 1.65 million bpd of first stage of voluntary cuts by eight members and another 2.2 million of second stage of voluntary cuts by the same eight members. On Thursday, OPEC+ agreed to extend the 2 million bpd and the 1.65 million bpd of cuts until the end of 2026 from the end of 2025, according to statements issued by the group. The gradual unwinding of 2.2 million of cuts will start from April 2025 with monthly increases of 138,000 bpd, according to Reuters calculations, and lasting 18 months until September 2026. “What is not helpful was the accumulation of the lack of compensation,” Prince Abdulaziz said, referring to member countries’ plans to trim output over time for prior production above quotas agreed with OPEC+. Iraq, Russia and Kazakhstan have presented OPEC with compensation plans. They were extended to a year and a half from one year “because, again, we took serious commitments at the highest level,” Prince Abdulaziz said. “These things will be delivered if we can extend the period of compensation.” Source: Reuters (Reporting by Maha El Dahan and Nadine Awadalla; writing by Yousef Saba, editing by Jason Neely, Louise Heavens and David Evans)‘Living in a home that damages health the norm for far too many older people’

Gloucester Rugby braved the elements as they secured a bruising 15-10 victory against Edinburgh at Kingsholm on Friday night in the first pool stage game of the 2024/25 EPCR Challenge Cup. The Cherry and Whites were the first on the board in a first 40 minutes where neither side could gain the upper hand as Seb Blake profited off the back of a vicious rolling maul to give the home side a lead. The handling let both teams down in the wet as it came down to a tough set piece battle with neither side able to gain the upper hand. But it would be the visitors who showcased the first bit of running rugby resulting in a try through Wes Goosen. The full-back powered through Gareth Anscombe, releasing the ball before regathering it and then fended off another attempted to score in scintillating style. The second half brought more of the same challenging weather and attritional style of play with Gloucester getting the first points on the board through a Santiago Carreras penalty. The hosts put their formerly dominant rolling maul to good work again midway through the second half and this time it was Albert Tuisue who was the beneficiary. The big back rower clinging onto the back of a maul that had some speed to dot down and give the home side a bit of breathing room. Ben Healy then knocked over a late Edinburgh penalty to give them a losing bonus point and Gloucester could leave a battered Kingsholm with four points and a win before heading to Vannes next weekend. 15. Santiago Carreras, 14. Christian Wade, 13. Chris Harris, 12. Max Llewellyn, 11. Josh Hathaway, 10. Gareth Anscombe, 9. Caolan Englefield, 1. Val Rapava Ruskin, 2. Seb Blake, 3. Kirill Gotovtsev, 4. Arthur Clark, 5. Matias Alemanno, 6. Freddie Thomas, 7. Lewis Ludlow, 8. Ruan Ackermann 16. Jack Singleton, 17. Ciaran Knight, 18. Afolabi Fasogbon, 19. Harry Taylor, 20. Albert Tuisue, 21. Charlie Chapman, 22. Will Butler, 23. George Barton 15. Wes Goosen, 14. Ross McCann, 13. Matt Currie, 12. Mosese Tuipulotu, 11. Nathan Sweeney, 10. Ross Thompson, 9. Ben Vellacott (c), 1. Boan Venter, 2. Paddy Harrison, 3. Paul Hill, 4. Marshall Sykes, 5. Sam Skinner, 6. Tom Dodd, 7. Freddy Douglas, 8. Magnus Bradbury 16. Dave Cherry, 17. Mikey Jones, 18. D'arcy Rae, 19. Rob Carmichael, 20. Liam McConnell, 21. Charlie Shiel, 22. Ben Healy, 23. James Lang

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Keysight Technologies SVP Narayanan sells $101,923 in stockThis is your last chance to take advantage of the amazing deals Walmart is offering through their “Black Friday Deals” event promotion, and Cyber Monday deals rival those we saw from the retailer on Black Friday. If you’ve been waiting for Cyber Monday to score major savings on a Xbox Series S 1TB + Xbox Controller, now is the time to purchase. During Walmart’s Cyber Monday Deals event, shoppers can get the Xbox Series S 1TB + Xbox Controller for $399.99 shipped. Regularly priced at $499.99, this bundle comes with Xbox Series S 1TB SSD Console Robot White plus an extra Xbox Wireless Controller and saves you $100. We expect this Xbox Series S 1TB + Xbox Controller to sell out quickly as this is one of the cheapest price we’ve seen on this console. Xbox Series S 1TB + Xbox Controller features: Xbox Series S 1TB SSD Console Robot White + Xbox Wireless Controller Carbon Black Includes 2 Xbox Wireless Controllers Up to 120 frames per second 10 GB RAM Memory 1 TB SSD Storage Experience high dynamic range Xbox Velocity Architecture This isn’t the only gaming console system on sale during Walmart’s Cyber Monday Deals event. Take a look at other savings below: PlayStation 5 Disc Edition – Fortnite Cobalt Star Bundle $424 (was $499.99) Sony PS5 DualSense Wireless Controller - Grey Camouflage $54 (was $74.99) Nintendo Switch – Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Bundle $249 (was $299) This massive online sale began early - on Sunday, Dec. 1 with exclusive online access for Walmart+ members at 5 p.m. The sale is available to everyone at 8 p.m. Walmart’s Cyber Monday deals will be available until midnight on Monday, Dec. 2. How shoppers can get early access to the Walmart’s Cyber Monday Sale If you’re looking to snag a hot ticket item, you may want to signup for a Walmart+ membership to gain early online access to the Cyber Monday Sale. Walmart+ members can start shopping three hours before the general public, giving you a better chance at products that typically sell out fast. Walmart+ costs $98/year or $12.95/month. You can sign up for a 30-day free trial. Walmart+ members will receive additional perks with the membership that they can us all year, including free grocery delivery, free shipping, fuel discounts, streaming on Paramount+ and more. Not a Walmart+ member? No problem! Walmart is offering a deal on membership ahead of their Black Friday Deals event. Until Monday, Dec. 2, an annual Walmart Plus membership is available for 50% off. That means you’ll pay just $49 for the first year and get all the benefits of membership, like an unlimited free delivery service and fuel discounts from participating gas stations. Ashley Dill covers the online shopping industry, writing about commerce. She can be reached at adill@pennlive.com . Black Friday Shopping HOKA Cyber Monday Deals: Bondi 8, Mach 6, Crescendo MD, starting at $60 Get $400 off this Sony 75′′ Smart Google TV during Walmart’s Cyber Monday Deals event Save more than $100 on this viral Huddle Kids Play Foam Couch during Walmart’s Cyber Monday Deals

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Four Canyon Cowboys scored in double figures Tuesday night as the boys’ basketball team took down Saugus at home, 63-51, for Canyon’s first win over the Centurions since 2016. Seniors Chigozie Osuji and Eric Kubel each scored 18 to lead the way for Canyon (6-1, 1-0). Osuji added 10 rebounds to give himself a double-double. He got three of those on offensive rebounds en route to six second-chance points. “That’s just something I always have to keep my head to always be aggressive,” Osuji said, “because coach told me, when I’m more aggressive, it opens more shots for everyone else.” It was a one-point game at the half as Canyon led, 29-28. But the Cowboys opened up a 10-point lead over Saugus (2-3, 0-1) by the end of the third after exploding for 20 points in the frame. Canyon head coach Ali Monfared said the third quarter has always gone the way of Saugus in the past, and that’s been the catalyst for those victories, even against other teams, so he made sure his players knew the importance of winning that quarter. “We had at least 10 games from this season and last season that we dissected,” Monfared said, “and the third quarter was always their quarter where, when it was a one- or two-point game in their favor or not, they would turn it on. And we said, ‘Enough is enough, we want the third quarter be our quarter.’” Junior Isaac Yuhico added 14 points, four assists, four rebounds and three steals as the catalyst for the Canyon offense. Saugus rallied after a slow start to go ahead 19-16 at the beginning of the second quarter. Canyon immediately responded with a 9-0 run, though, and the Centurions had to claw back to make it almost even at the half. Senior Max Guardado was immense for Saugus with a game-high 22 points and 14 rebounds. Senior Bryce Mejia added 11 points and six steals with three triples, while sophomore Aiden Pisarnwongs had six points, five rebounds and three steals. Kubel was being heavily guarded throughout the game and rarely found himself with space to shoot. He was still able to knock down a couple of threes in the third quarter as part of a nine-point effort in the frame that helped the Cowboys to lengthen their advantage. A starter for Monfared since his sophomore year, Kubel said this feels like the year that Canyon challenges for its first league title since 2012 after starting with six wins in seven. The lone loss came against Rolling Hills Prep in the championship game of San Gabriel High’s Thanksgiving Feast Tournament. “It’s the first time I’ve been here that we’ve started like that,” Kubel said. “So I’m super excited ... Our main goal is win league for the first time since 2012, and then to win CIF.” Canyon will look to continue its strong start to the season on Friday when it travels to West Ranch. Saugus has its first home league game on Friday against Valencia. Around the league The Valencia Vikings (2-6, 1-0) went on the road and beat the Hart Hawks (3-2, 0-1), 70-62, on Tuesday. West Ranch started its league campaign off with a win as the Wildcats (3-0, 1-0) took down the Castaic Coyotes (5-3, 0-1), 73-47. Castaic will look to rebound on Friday when it hosts Golden Valley (4-3, 0-0), which had the league bye on Tuesday.

Saturday Night Live has lined up its last trio of hosts for 2024. After a season full of nostalgic bits, political bites, and even some emotional moments, Season 50’s first stretch will conclude with three back-to-back-to-back episodes in December. Here’s what to know about how to tune in for the last three episodes of the year.0 Yes! Saturday Night Live is new this weekend, on Saturday (December 7), with Gladiator II star Paul Mescal hosting and Shaboozey as musical guest. This marks Shaboozey’s first stint on SNL . After this week’s episode, two more consecutive shows have been announced. On December 14, Chris Rock will host for the fourth time, with Gracie Abrams as the musical guest of the week, making her SNL debut in support of her new album The Secret of Us . Then, on December 21, for the holiday episode, Martin Short will host for the third time, and Hozier will take the stage as musical guest, his second stint on the show in support of his new album Unreal Unearth . Saturday Night Live airs on Saturday evenings at 11:30 p.m. ET on NBC. Episodes are also available to stream Peacock , which boasts a sprawling library of all 49 seasons. SNL kicked off its 50th season early in October. Here’s a list of the episodes so far. The show will celebrate its 50th anniversary with an NBC special airing Sunday, February 16. Find out everything to know about that right here . More Headlines:Ariana Grande breaks silence on 'what's wrong' after speculation over her healthPatrick Fishburn leads at Sea Island as Joel Dahmen keeps alive hopes of keeping his jobINDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Baseballs and softballs were hurled from an overpass onto traffic on I-65. The projectiles were flung Monday evening around 7 p.m. from the Country Road 250 South overpass. The Johnson County Sheriff’s office called it “dangerous” and “reckless.” This is the second incident in nearly two weeks of baseballs and softballs thrown from an I-65 overpass. Police took multiple 911 calls. They say one tractor-trailer was damaged. Sgt. Ryan Bartlett said no one was hurt or injured, but it could endanger lives, particularly as people travel for the Thanksgiving Holiday. “Stop it now, if you’re doing this,” Bartlett said. He urged anyone with any information to report it to the Sheriff’s office. “Let’s get ahead of this and let’s get this over and done with.” The previous incident occurred Nov. 9 on the Greensburg Road overpass. Barlett told News 8 that they’ve located more than 65 balls in both incidents from the median, overpass, and shoulder of I-65. Some of the softballs and baseballs are brand new, still in plastic bags, others were old. In this recent incident, they found ‘Team Ortho’ or ‘My Ortho Team’ bags around the area. Barlett said that the orthopedic company is currently out of business. Detectives are also looking into sporting facilities where the balls may be stolen from. Barlett said one witness reported a dark-colored vehicle on the overpass. The Sheriff’s office is requesting additional patrols in the area to deter future incidents. They are urging anyone with any information to reach out to the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office Analyst Watson 317-346-4652 or Detective Bartlett 317-346-4767.

Army vs. Tulane FREE LIVE STREAM (12/6/24) | How to watch, time, TV channel for American football championship gameA Historic Index Continues to Shine The Dow Jones Industrial Average, a stalwart of American financial markets, showcases more than just numbers—it’s a pulse on economic sentiment. As this legendary index steadily climbed 15% this year, two standout companies, Nvidia and Walmart, have captured investors’ imaginations with stellar performances. Nvidia: Riding the AI Wave Leading the charge is Nvidia, an AI-driven powerhouse that has transformed the semiconductor landscape since its 1993 inception. The company specializes in cutting-edge GPUs and SoCs that are revolutionizing industries. With a breathtaking market capitalization of $3.4 trillion, Nvidia’s stock has soared 175% this year alone. Its latest quarterly results showcase enviable revenue figures of $35.1 billion, far surpassing market expectations. Nvidia’s relentless innovation drives its growth, highlighted by the introduction of the Blackwell platform. Expected to revolutionize AI model efficiency and energy use, Blackwell sets the stage for a formidable future. Looking ahead, Nvidia’s robust roadmap includes advances like Rubin and continued dominance in the GPU sphere, where it commands over 80% market share. Walmart: Retail’s Resilient Force Founded in 1962, Walmart’s global footprint stretches across over 10,500 stores worldwide. This retail giant has capitalized on both physical and digital avenues, with stock prices climbing a remarkable 74.8% year-to-date. The third quarter of fiscal 2025 was a testament to Walmart’s unmatched resilience, with revenues hitting $169.6 billion, invigorated by a burgeoning advertising business. Walmart’s pursuit of digital advancements and AI integration is redefining retail efficiency. The company anticipates strong financial growth, further solidifying its position as a market leader across various segments. Analysts overwhelmingly endorse Walmart with a “Strong Buy” recommendation, anticipating continued prosperity. The Future of Dow Jones: Innovations, Insights, and Market Trends The Dow Jones Industrial Average remains a crucial barometer of economic health and momentum. This year’s robust 15% ascent highlights burgeoning investor interest, particularly in standout performers like Nvidia and Walmart. These companies aren’t just riding the wave; they’re shaping the future of their respective industries. Nvidia: Pioneering AI Innovation Nvidia’s unparalleled success in the stock market, with a staggering 175% increase this year, is not just a coincidence. This is a testament to its strategic investments in AI and semiconductor technology. The introduction of their groundbreaking platform, Blackwell, aims to transform AI model efficiency, addressing long-standing energy consumption challenges in the tech industry. Nvidia’s dominance is shown through its remarkable market capitalization of $3.4 trillion, a figure that underscores its pivotal role in shaping future technological landscapes. Nvidia’s portfolio is expanding with future-oriented projects like Rubin, keeping the company at the forefront of the GPU market. Given its strong foothold, capturing over 80% of the market, Nvidia is poised for substantial growth and innovation in AI applications. Trends indicate continued advancement in high-performance computing, signaling new opportunities and competition dynamics within the tech industry. Walmart: The Digital Transformation of Retail Walmart’s impressive stock performance this year, with a rise of 74.8%, underscores its effective blend of digital innovation with traditional retail. The company’s efforts in digital transformation, particularly through artificial intelligence integration, are redefining retail processes, enhancing customer experiences, and optimizing operational efficiency. Walmart’s strong performance, propelled by their burgeoning advertising business, has generated revenues of $169.6 billion in the third quarter of fiscal 2025, showcasing the successful diversification of its revenue streams. Analysts remain confident in Walmart’s growth, reflecting in a consistent “Strong Buy” recommendation. As Walmart continues to innovate, it exemplifies how traditional retail can thrive in a digital era. Future Insights and Market Trends As Nvidia and Walmart exemplify transformative progress, broader market trends emerge. Sustainability, energy efficiency, and digital transformation are themes that investors are increasingly prioritizing. Companies like Nvidia are pioneering energy-efficient technologies, a critical innovation in the context of rising global energy concerns. Meanwhile, retailers like Walmart focus on digital synergies to maintain relevance and compete against pure e-commerce players. The intersection of technology with traditional sectors will likely redefine market dynamics, offering new use cases and growth opportunities. Innovations aimed at enhancing energy efficiency and retail experience are set to influence market strategies significantly. Predicting market movements, investors will look for companies that blend innovation with robust market fundamentals. For more on market dynamics and business strategies, visit the main pages of Nvidia and Walmart . These insights offer a glimpse into the evolving nature of how companies must adapt to achieve sustained growth in shifting economic landscapes.