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KALAMAZOO, Mich. (AP) — Zahir Abdus-Salaam ran for a touchdown and caught another as Western Michigan defeated Eastern Michigan 26-18 on Saturday to become bowl eligible, snapping a three-game losing streak. Abdus-Salaam scored on a 22-yard run for a 23-8 lead in the third quarter and he celebrated by jumping into a snowbank bordering the end zone. The Broncos (6-6, 5-3 Mid-American Conference) blocked a punt for safety that started a run of 16 points in under four minutes. Abdus-Salaam scored on a 31-yard screen pass then Joey Pope recovered a fumble on the ensuing kickoff to set up Jalen Buckley's 15-yard TD run with 19 seconds before the half ended. Eastern Michigan's Delmert Mimms II scored two third-quarter touchdowns. The teams exchanged field goals for the only fourth-quarter scoring. The Eagles got the ball back with 2:18 remaining but on their first play Bilhal Kone intercepted a tipped pass. Eastern Michigan (5-7, 2-6) lost its last five games. Abdus-Salaam rushed for 135 yards and Buckley 103 on 19 carries apiece. Hayden Wolff threw for 126 yards and a score. Abdus-Salaam had 40 yards receiving. Mimms rushed for 127 yards on 18 carries. Cole Snyder was only 7 of 22 for 91 yards passing. AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-football . Sign up for the AP’s college football newsletter: https://apnews.com/cfbtop25CHICAGO (AP) — Cairo Santos had a field goal blocked — again. DeAndre Carter muffed a punt in the second half. And those were just the special teams mistakes for the struggling Chicago Bears. Santos' blocked field goal and Carter's turnover were part of another sloppy performance for Chicago in its fifth consecutive loss. The pair of miscues helped set up two of Minnesota's three touchdowns in a 30-27 overtime victory . The Bears (4-7) closed out a miserable three-game homestand after they won their first three games of the season at Soldier Field. They were in position to beat Green Bay last weekend before Santos' 46-yard field goal attempt was blocked on the final play of the Packers' 20-19 win . “It’s tough. ... When things just aren’t going your way, you gotta put your head down and just keep going to work,” tight end Cole Kmet said. “It’s not easy to do but that’s kind of where we’re at.” Chicago and Minnesota were tied at 7 when Caleb Williams threw incomplete on third-and-4 at the Vikings 30 early in the second quarter. Bears coach Matt Eberflus sent Santos out for a 48-yard attempt, but it was knocked down by defensive lineman Jerry Tillery. “I think it was the penetration with the trajectory of the ball,” Santos said. “Had the ball started 3 or 4 inches to the right of both those guys' hands, I think it still goes in through the uprights.” Brian Asamoah returned the blocked kick 22 yards to set the Vikings up with good field position. Sam Darnold then capped a six-play, 53-yard drive with a 5-yard TD pass to Jalen Nailor for a 14-7 lead with 6:29 left in the first half. It was the third blocked field goal for Santos this year, the most for Chicago in a single season since it also had three blocked in 2012. Santos also had a 43-yard try blocked in the fourth quarter of a 35-16 victory over Jacksonville on Oct. 13. The Bears became the first NFL team to allow three blocked field goals in a season since the Browns and Ravens each had three blocked in 2022. “Whenever that happens two games in a row we’ve got to make sure we take a hard look in terms of the protection, the technique and who we have in there,” Eberflus said. “So it's going to be a big thing to look at.” Chicago trailed 17-10 when it forced a Minnesota punt midway through the third quarter. Carter warned his teammates to get out of the way, but it hit the ground and bounced off the inside of his right leg before it was recovered by Bo Richter at the Bears 15. The Vikings turned the mental error into Aaron Jones' 2-yard touchdown run and a 24-10 lead. “Gotta get out of the way of the ball. That’s on me,” Carter said. “I let the team down today. Game shouldn’t have been in the situation it was in. I felt bad for the guys.” Santos and Carter both played a role in a late rally for Chicago. Carter had a 55-yard kickoff return, and Santos got an onside kick to work before making a tying 48-yarder on the final play of regulation. But the Bears stalled on the first possession of overtime, and Darnold drove the Vikings downfield to set up Parker Romo's winning 29-yard field goal. “We're losing in the most unreal situations,” Bears receiver DJ Moore said. “Now it's like the luck's got to go in our favor at some point.” AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFL

Pfizer (NYSE:PFE) Trading Up 0.2% – Here’s What HappenedFamilies of Bianca Jones and Holly Bowles are calling on the public to help cover mounting costs and fund awarenessBISMARCK — The North Dakota State Board of Higher Education and Bismarck State College President Doug Jensen are parting ways. Following a special meeting Friday, Dec. 20, in which the board that oversees the state's university system went into executive session for about an hour, board members voted unanimously to accept a separation agreement with Jensen. ADVERTISEMENT The board did not discuss the reasons for Jensen's departure or the details of the agreement that was reached. "We'll have some words for him (Jensen) to follow shortly," Board Chair Tim Mihalick said in the meeting. Jensen was hired as Bismarck State College president in March 2020 after the retirement of Larry Skogen. Jensen previously served as president of Rock Valley College in Rockford, Illinois, and as president of Alabama Technology Network. His contract with Bismarck State College was renewed at a meeting of the State Board of Higher Education on June 25 and was set to last until June 30, 2026. His base salary at the time was set at $258,952. While president of Bismarck State, Jensen oversaw growth in enrollment, a change in athletics from junior college status to NAIA and expansion of campus buildings. According to Jensen's contract, if he is fired without cause, he is entitled to a payout of his current contract or the option to "retreat" to a tenured faculty position. A replacement for Jensen was not immediately disclosed. ADVERTISEMENT

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on Rigetti Computing RGTI . And retail traders should know. We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga. Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with RGTI, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen. So how do we know what these investors just did? Today, Benzinga 's options scanner spotted 59 uncommon options trades for Rigetti Computing. This isn't normal. The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 35% bullish and 42%, bearish. Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 9 are puts, for a total amount of $352,808, and 50 are calls, for a total amount of $2,659,299. Predicted Price Range After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $2.5 and $25.0 for Rigetti Computing, spanning the last three months. Volume & Open Interest Development Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Rigetti Computing's options for a given strike price. Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Rigetti Computing's whale trades within a strike price range from $2.5 to $25.0 in the last 30 days. Rigetti Computing Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview Biggest Options Spotted: Symbol PUT/CALL Trade Type Sentiment Exp. Date Ask Bid Price Strike Price Total Trade Price Open Interest Volume RGTI CALL SWEEP BULLISH 01/03/25 $1.65 $1.55 $1.64 $14.50 $290.5K 38 2.7K RGTI CALL SWEEP BEARISH 02/21/25 $7.1 $6.7 $6.7 $7.50 $184.3K 7.6K 1.1K RGTI CALL TRADE BEARISH 01/17/25 $7.5 $7.2 $7.28 $7.50 $145.6K 7.3K 848 RGTI CALL TRADE BULLISH 01/17/25 $5.8 $5.5 $5.71 $7.50 $114.2K 7.3K 249 RGTI CALL TRADE BEARISH 01/17/25 $7.5 $7.2 $7.28 $7.50 $110.6K 7.3K 1.0K About Rigetti Computing Rigetti Computing Inc is engaged in the business of full-stack quantum computing. Its proprietary quantum-classical infrastructure provides ultra-low latency integration with public and private clouds for high-performance practical quantum computing. The company has developed the industry's first multi-chip quantum processor for scalable quantum computing systems. Geographically, it derives a majority of its revenue from the United States. Having examined the options trading patterns of Rigetti Computing, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance Rigetti Computing's Current Market Status Currently trading with a volume of 160,590,316, the RGTI's price is up by 27.6%, now at $14.48. RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be overbought. Anticipated earnings release is in 77 days. Expert Opinions on Rigetti Computing A total of 1 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $12.0. Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days? 20-year pro options trader reveals his one-line chart technique that shows when to buy and sell. Copy his trades, which have had averaged a 27% profit every 20 days. Click here for access .* Reflecting concerns, an analyst from Craig-Hallum lowers its rating to Buy with a new price target of $12. Trading options involves greater risks but also offers the potential for higher profits. Savvy traders mitigate these risks through ongoing education, strategic trade adjustments, utilizing various indicators, and staying attuned to market dynamics. Keep up with the latest options trades for Rigetti Computing with Benzinga Pro for real-time alerts. © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.LASIK Eye Surgery Devices Market Set for Exceptional Growth in the Forecast 2024-2032PHOENIX — Phoenix police are working a barricade situation in west Phoenix, authorities said. Phoenix police officers were called to a burglary from a vehicle where two young men were seen inside the victim's car around 8 a.m. on Saturday, police said. When officers got to the area, they set up a containment around a house near 51st Avenue and Indian School Road. According to a news release, officers are "actively working" the barricade incident and need "all media to stay away from the area while they are working." No further details were given. >> This story will be updated as additional information becomes available. Stay with 12News for the latest. You can now watch 12News content anytime, anywhere thanks to the 12News+ app! The free 12News+ app from 12News lets users stream live events — including daily newscasts like "Today in AZ" and "12 News" and our daily lifestyle program, "Arizona Midday"—on Roku and Amazon Fire TV . 12News+ showcases live video throughout the day for breaking news, local news, weather and even an occasional moment of Zen showcasing breathtaking sights from across Arizona. Users can also watch on-demand videos of top stories, local politics, I-Team investigations, Arizona-specific features and vintage videos from the 12News archives. Roku: Add the channel from the Roku store or by searching for "12 News KPNX." Amazon Fire TV: Search for "12 News KPNX" to find the free 12News+ app to add to your account , or have the 12News+ app delivered directly to your Amazon Fire TV through Amazon.com or the Amazon app. Up to Speed Catch up on the latest news and stories on the 12News YouTube channel. Subscribe today.The 23-year-old, valued at €50 million, has drawn interest from multiple clubs, including Tottenham Hotspur, but Villa appears determined to take the lead under the direction of sporting director Monchi. Manager Unai Emery’s previous connection with Baena from their shared time at Villarreal is expected to play a crucial role in the pursuit. The Spanish international thrived under Emery’s guidance, and this familiarity could be a significant factor in convincing him to make the move to Villa Park. King says Alex Baena wouldn’t mind playing for Unai Emery Former club scout Bryan King has suggested that Baena would likely welcome a reunion with Emery, whose management style and communication align well with the winger’s playing approach. Although the mid-season transfer window often poses challenges for acquiring top-tier talent, Aston Villa is reportedly considering an advanced agreement in December to streamline the process. This proactive strategy underscores the club’s intent to strengthen their attacking options as they aim to sustain momentum in their Premier League campaign. Speaking to , King said: “Baena is a Spanish player, playing for the national team.” “Emery is a Spanish manager, communication would be easy, and I’m sure Baena wouldn’t mind playing for Emery. Villa might perhaps look to bring Baena in quicker than initially thought. They could look to make a move in January. Maybe a deal could be agreed in advance and the move complete in January.” “However, it is always tough to get a deal agreed in the middle of the season, and certainly for a player of that quality.” Baena, who is under contract with Villarreal until 2028, has consistently proven himself as one of La Liga’s most exciting players. He concluded the 2023–24 season as the league’s leading assist provider, racking up 14 assists. Maintaining his strong form, he has already contributed one goal and five assists in 11 matches this season, further highlighting his value as a creative force on the field. While , Aston Villa’s concerted efforts to reunite him with Emery could tip the scales in their favour. A player of Baena’s calibre would undoubtedly elevate Villa’s attacking depth and creativity, aligning with the club’s growing ambition.

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Stocks wavered on Wall Street in afternoon trading Thursday, as gains in tech companies and retailers helped temper losses elsewhere in the market. The S&P 500 was down less than 0.1% after drifting between small gains and losses. The benchmark index is coming off a three-day winning streak. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 6 points, or less than 0.1%, as of 1:52 p.m. Eastern time. The Nasdaq composite was down less than 0.1%. Trading volume was lighter than usual as U.S. markets reopened after the Christmas holiday. Chip company Broadcom rose 2.9%, Micron Technology was up 1% and Adobe gained 0.8%. While tech stocks overall were in the green, some heavyweights were a drag on the market. Semiconductor giant Nvidia, whose enormous valuation gives it an outsize influence on indexes, slipped 0.1%. Meta Platforms fell 0.7%, Amazon was down 0.6%, and Netflix gave up 1.1%. Tesla was among the biggest decliners in the S&P 500, down 1.9%. Health care stocks helped lift the market. CVS Health rose 1.7% and Walgreens Boots Alliance rose 3% for the biggest gain among S&P 500 stocks. Several retailers also gained ground. Target rose 2.8%, Best Buy was up 2.2% and Dollar Tree gained 2.7%. Retailers are hoping for a solid sales this holiday season, and the day after Christmas traditionally ranks among the top 10 biggest shopping days of the year, as consumers go online or rush to stores to cash in gift cards and raid bargain bins. U.S.-listed shares in Honda and Nissan rose 4% and 16%, respectively. The Japanese automakers announced earlier this week that the two companies are in talks to combine. Traders got a labor market update. U.S. applications for unemployment benefits held steady last week , though continuing claims rose to the highest level in three years, the Labor Department reported. Treasury yields turned mostly lower in the bond market. The yield on the 10-year Treasury fell to 4.57% from 4.59% late Tuesday. Major European markets were closed, as well as Hong Kong, Australia, New Zealand and Indonesia. Trading was expected to be subdued this week with a thin slate of economic data on the calendar. Still, U.S. markets have historically gotten a boost at year’s end despite lower trading volumes. The last five trading days of each year, plus the first two in the new year, have brought an average gain of 1.3% since 1950. So far this month, the U.S. stock market has lost some of its gains since President-elect Donald Trump’s win on Election Day, which raised hopes for faster economic growth and more lax regulations that would boost corporate profits. Worries have risen that Trump’s preference for tariffs and other policies could lead to higher inflation , a bigger U.S. government debt and difficulties for global trade. Even so, the U.S. market remains on pace to deliver strong returns for 2024. The benchmark S&P 500 is up roughly 26% so far this year and remains near its most recent all-time high it set earlier this month — its latest of 57 record highs this year. Wall Street has several economic reports to look forward to next week, including updates on pending home sales and home prices, a report on U.S. construction spending and snapshots of manufacturing activity. AP Business Writers Elaine Kurtenbach and Matt Ott contributed.

PHOENIX — Phoenix police are working a barricade situation in west Phoenix, authorities said. Phoenix police officers were called to a burglary from a vehicle where two young men were seen inside the victim's car around 8 a.m. on Saturday, police said. When officers got to the area, they set up a containment around a house near 51st Avenue and Indian School Road. According to a news release, officers are "actively working" the barricade incident and need "all media to stay away from the area while they are working." No further details were given. >> This story will be updated as additional information becomes available. Stay with 12News for the latest. You can now watch 12News content anytime, anywhere thanks to the 12News+ app! The free 12News+ app from 12News lets users stream live events — including daily newscasts like "Today in AZ" and "12 News" and our daily lifestyle program, "Arizona Midday"—on Roku and Amazon Fire TV . 12News+ showcases live video throughout the day for breaking news, local news, weather and even an occasional moment of Zen showcasing breathtaking sights from across Arizona. Users can also watch on-demand videos of top stories, local politics, I-Team investigations, Arizona-specific features and vintage videos from the 12News archives. Roku: Add the channel from the Roku store or by searching for "12 News KPNX." Amazon Fire TV: Search for "12 News KPNX" to find the free 12News+ app to add to your account , or have the 12News+ app delivered directly to your Amazon Fire TV through Amazon.com or the Amazon app. Up to Speed Catch up on the latest news and stories on the 12News YouTube channel. Subscribe today.Adani Group's Bribery Allegations: Gautam Adani Breaks Silence

Not everyone enjoyed Beyoncé’s Christmas Day halftime performance. All eyes were on the superstar, 43, when she hit the field at NRG Stadium in Houston on Wednesday during a break in the NFL game where the home team Texans battled the Baltimore Ravens. Shining in a white bodysuit, chaps and cowboy hat, Beyoncé performed several hits from her “Cowboy Carter” album alongside Post Malone and Shaboozey — but when she made a particular move, viewers at home lost their cool. While wrapping up her set after singing “Texas Hold ‘Em,” the singer was lifted above the field on a platform and made the finger-gun gesture with her left hand. At the same time, a banner reading “BANG” was released under the platform. The National Football League bans the gun gesture, which results in a 15-yard penalty for any offending player, per Daily Mail. The combination infuriated viewers, who unloaded their grievances on social media. “Is the @NFL going to fine @Beyonce for finger guns?!” one angry watcher shared on X (formerly Twitter). “I was thinking the same thing!! How many players were fined for that?” a second X user replied. “Where is the flag on Beyoncé for the finger guns?!?!” posted a third. “Still not sold on Beyoncé as a country artist. Still seems like a pop star that just threw a cowboy hat on. It’s also hilarious that the league has been fining players left and right for finger guns and she’s throwing them around like it’s her job,” added a fourth. The Post has reached out to the NFL for comment. The 32-time Grammy winner is married to Jay-Z, who has thick ties to the football league. The NFL entered into a partnership with his media company Roc Nation in 2019, agreeing that the company would be the league’s “live music entertainment strategist.” It’s also sticking by him in the wake of his scandal. Jay-Z was accused of raping a 13-year-old girl with Sean “Diddy” Combs at an after-party for MTV’s Video Music Awards in 2000. It’s important to note that Jay-Z has not been charged and has denied the allegations, calling them “heinous” and the lawsuit a “blackmail attempt.” His attorney also had some stern words about the growing number of inconsistencies that have surfaced since the lawsuit was filed. While Jay-Z wasn’t at Beyoncé’s nearly 13-minute Christmas Day performance, their oldest child, Blue Ivy, 12, stole the show when she came out and danced alongside her mother. Originally published as Beyoncé infuriates NFL fans with banned hand gesture during halftime performance