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Ex-Minneapolis police chief recalls 'absolutely gut-wrenching' moment of seeing George Floyd video – AP News Ex-Minneapolis police chief recalls 'absolutely gut-wrenching' moment of seeing George Floyd video – AP News Ex-Minneapolis police chief recalls ‘absolutely gut-wrenching’ moment of seeing George Floyd video AP NewsSince George Floyd’s *******, Police Killings Keep Rising, Not Falling The New York TimesGeorge Floyd’s legacy under siege as racial justice efforts lose ground, memorials removed USA TodayWhat should happen to George Floyd Square? The community is divided NPRMuch of the ‘racial reckoning’ efforts after Floyd’s ******* never emerged The Washington Post Source link #ExMinneapolis #police #chief #recalls #039absolutely #gutwrenching039 #moment #George #Floyd #video #News Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Formula 1: Images from grands prix at Imola over the years Formula 1: Images from grands prix at Imola over the years After the 2025 Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix, and with talk that the circuit will be dropped from the F1 calendar, we have collated a selection of pictures from Imola over the years. The 4.909km anti-clockwise track is a favourite among drivers because of its mix of fast and slow corners, elevation changes and challenging chicanes. It made its F1 debut in 1980, staging the Italian Grand Prix while Monza was being redeveloped. From 1981, Imola became the home of the San Marino Grand Prix until 2006, before returning to the calendar as the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix in 2020. The tragic events of 1994 is probably what Imola is most known for; a weekend when both Austrian Roland Ratzenberger and three-time world champion Ayrton Senna lost their lives. Take a trip back through the highs and lows of Imola… Source link #Formula #Images #grands #prix #Imola #years Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

WAFL 2025: West Perth’s blockbuster forward continues to hurt much wounded eagles side WAFL 2025: West Perth’s blockbuster forward continues to hurt much wounded eagles side West Perth spearhead Tyler Keitel has continued his love affair with pounding on West Coast, kicking six goals in an 57-point thumping on Saturday evening. Keitel went into the game with 48 goals in 11 matches against the Eagles including six in each of their two meetings last year and 10 against the side in 2022. The four-time Bernie Naylor medallist was ruthless, proving too good for Eagles defender Rhett Bazzo to lead the Falcons to a vital 17.10 (112) to 8.7 (55) victory at HIF Health Insurance Stadium. While Keitel was in hot form, at the other end Eagles forward-ruck Jack Williams did his hopes of an AFL recall no harm with four goals of his own. The first quarter treated fans with a high scoring match, with Keitel kicking a hat-trick of goals within the first 16-minutes of the game. Eagles rookie Coen Livingstone booted two to keep the visitors within 13 points at the first break. The second and third quarters welcomed heavy rain which proved difficult in important marking opportunities on both sides, with players desperately doing whatever they could to get the ball forward. West Perth’s five-time best and fairest Shane Nelson showed class with 34 disposals including 18 kicks and four score involvements. Livingstone took a huge mark in the forward 50 in the first and went back and kicked a goal finishing up with two for the night. Camera IconWest Perth’s Jayden Rigoll gets a handball away. Credit: Belinda Taylor West Coast struggled for the remainder of the night, letting West Perth find forward targets far too easily in the forward 50, which allowed the game to get away from them. West Perth’s Michael Mallard and Matthew McKenzie proved too good in the ruck with 40 hit outs between them. Other notable players included West Perth’s Keegan Knott who kicked two goals and had three goal assists, as well as Jayden Rigdoll who had a game-high nine assists. West Perth will now gear up to take on arch rivals East Perth at Sullivan Logistics oval on WA Day. SCOREBOARD WEST PERTH 6.1, 9.4, 16.7, 17.10 (112) WEST COAST EAGLES 4.0, 5.1 ,7.2, 8.7 (55) Goals – WEST PERTH: T Keitel 6 J Hinder 3 K Knott 2 A ****** C ****** M Mallard D Dixon J Demarte J Rigoll. WEST COAST – J Williams 4 C Livingstone 2 J Walsh Z Dronow. Best: WEST PERTH – T Keitel J Hinder S Nelson K Bevan . WEST COAST – J Williams H Sparks T Edwards-Baldwin L Grego. Reports: T Edwards-Baldwin (WC) for tripping C ****** (WP) in the third. Injuries – West Coast: D Melrose and D McCarthy out replaced in the selected side by B Allan and A Reid. Umpires: J Antulov L Fahey-Gilmour A Crowhurst. Crowd: Around 1000 at HIF Health Insurance Oval Source link #WAFL #West #Perths #blockbuster #continues #hurt #wounded #eagles #side Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

A fungi that can ‘eat you from the inside out’ could spread as the world heats up A fungi that can ‘eat you from the inside out’ could spread as the world heats up Infection-causing fungi responsible for millions of deaths a year will spread significantly to new regions as the planet heats up, new research predicts — and the world is not prepared. Fungi are absolutely everywhere. A vast kingdom of organisms, from mold to mushrooms, they grow in environments such as soil, compost and water. They play an important role in ecosystems but can have a devastating impact on human health: Fungal infections kill an estimated 2.5 million people a year, and a lack of data means that number could be far higher. Yet we are still very far from understanding them, especially how these incredibly adaptable organisms will respond to a warming climate. A team of scientists from Manchester University used computer simulations and forecasts to map the potential future spread of Aspergillus, a common group of fungi found all over the world that can cause aspergillosis, a life-threatening disease primarily affecting the lungs. They found certain Aspergillus species will expand their range as the climate crisis intensifies, pushing into new parts of North America, Europe, China and Russia. The study, published this month, is currently being peer reviewed. “Fungi are relatively under-researched compared to viruses and parasites, but these maps show that fungal pathogens will likely impact most areas of the world in the future,” said Norman van Rijn, one of the study’s authors and a climate change and infectious diseases researcher at the University of Manchester. The field has seen new attention thanks to the popular HBO television drama “The Last of Us,” which follows people trying to survive in a world where an infectious mutant ******* has turned most of the population into violent monsters. (HBO and CNN share the same parent company, Warner Bros. Discovery.) It’s fiction, van Rijn said, but he hopes it will raise the profile of fungal infections that are killing millions in reality. Aspergillus fungi grow like small filaments in soils all over the world. Like almost all fungi, they release huge numbers of tiny spores that spread through the air. Humans inhale spores every day but most people won’t experience any health issues; their immune system clears them. It’s a different story for those with lung conditions including asthma, cystic fibrosis and COPD, as well as people with compromised immune systems, such as ******* and organ transplant patients, and those who have had severe flu or Covid-19. If the body’s immune system fails to clear the spores, the ******* “starts to grow and basically kind of eat you from the inside out, saying it really bluntly,” van Rijn said. Aspergillosis has very high mortality rates at around 20% to 40%, he said. It’s also very difficult to diagnose, as doctors don’t always have it on their radar and patients often present with fevers and coughs, symptoms common to many illnesses. Fungal pathogens are also becoming increasingly resistant to treatment, van Rijn added. There are only four classes of antifungal medicines available. This all spells bad news as the climate shifts open up new areas for Aspergillus to colonize. Aspergillus flavus, a species that tends to prefer hotter, tropical climates, could increase its spread by 16% if humans continue burning large amounts of fossil fuels, the study found. It’s predicted to push into parts of northern America, northern China and Russia. This species can cause severe infections in humans and is resistant to many antifungal medications. It also infects a range of food crops, posing a potential threat to food security. The World Health Organization added Aspergillus flavus to its critical group of fungal pathogens in 2022 because of its public health impact and antifungal resistance risk. Aspergillus fumigatus, which prefers more temperate climates, is predicted to spread northwards toward the North Pole as global temperatures rise. Its spread could increase by 77.5% by 2100, the study found, potentially exposing 9 million people in Europe. Conversely, temperatures in some regions, including sub-Saharan Africa, could become so hot they are no longer hospitable to Aspergillus fungi. This could bring its own problems, as fungi play an important role in ecosystems, including healthy soils. Chains of Aspergillus spores. Aspergillus is a ******* that is very common in the environment, found in soil, on plants and in decaying plant matter. – Smith Collection/Gado/Archive Photos/Getty Images As well as expanding their growing range, a warming world could also be increasing fungi’s temperature tolerance, allowing them to better survive inside human bodies. Extreme weather events such as drought, floods and heatwaves can affect fungi, too, helping to spread spores over long distances. There have been spikes in fungal disease following natural disasters, such as the outbreak after the 2011 tornado in Joplin, Missouri. The new Aspergillus study “rightfully shines a light on the threat of fungi that dwell in our natural environment and how under-prepared we are to cope with shifts in their prevalence,” said Elaine Bignell, co-director of the MRC Centre for Medical Mycology at the University of Exeter, who was not involved in the research. Many uncertainties remain, however, and there is still a huge amount of research to be done, she told CNN. Despite the deadly nature of aspergillosis, there is a real lack of data on where the pathogen is in the environment and who gets infected, said Justin Remais, a professor of environmental health sciences at UC Berkeley, who was not involved in the research. He is leading a study of more than 100 million patients across the United States, which identified more than 20,000 aspergillosis cases between 2013 and 2023. The number of cases is increasing about 5% each year, he said. “Fungal pathogens are becoming increasingly common and resistant to treatment, and we are only beginning to understand how climate change is contributing,” he told CNN. People are used to hearing about diseases caused by bacteria, viruses and parasites, but much less so fungal diseases, said Bignell. “There is a desperate need to reverse this trend given the lethality,” she said. “Any of us in the future might be affected.” For more CNN news and newsletters create an account at CNN.com Source link #fungi #eat #spread #world #heats Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Baldurs Gate 3 Is The Kind Of Game That Makes Me Wish I Could Play One Thing At A Time Baldurs Gate 3 Is The Kind Of Game That Makes Me Wish I Could Play One Thing At A Time I respect people who can dig deep on one game, and only one game, but I can’t do it. Source link #Baldurs #Gate #Kind #Game #Play #Time Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Elon Musk’s X down for tens of thousands of users Elon Musk’s X down for tens of thousands of users Elon Musk looks on as U.S. President Donald Trump meets South African President Cyril Ramaphosa in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., May 21, 2025. Kevin Lamarque | Reuters The Elon Musk-owned social media platform X experienced outages on Saturday morning, with tens of thousands of users reportedly unable to use the site. About 25,000 users reported issues with the platform around 8:45 a.m., according to the analytics platform Downdetector, which gathers data from users to monitor issues with various platforms. Roughly 21,000 users reported issues just after 8:30 a.m. ET, per the analytics platform. Read more CNBC politics coverage X did not immediately respond to CNBC’s request for comment. Additional information on the outage was not available. Musk, the billionaire owner of SpaceX and Tesla, acquired X, formerly known as Twitter in 2022. The site has had a number of widespread outages since the acquisition. The site experienced another outage in March, which Musk attributed at the time to a “massive cyberattack.” “We get attacked every day, but this was done with a lot of resources,” Musk wrote in a post at the time. This is breaking news. Check back for updates Source link #Elon #Musks #tens #thousands #users Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Elon Musk’s X down for tens of thousands of users Elon Musk’s X down for tens of thousands of users Elon Musk looks on as U.S. President Donald Trump meets South African President Cyril Ramaphosa in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., May 21, 2025. Kevin Lamarque | Reuters The Elon Musk-owned social media platform X experienced outages on Saturday morning, with tens of thousands of users reportedly unable to use the site. About 25,000 users reported issues with the platform around 8:45 a.m., according to the analytics platform Downdetector, which gathers data from users to monitor issues with various platforms. Roughly 21,000 users reported issues just after 8:30 a.m. ET, per the analytics platform. Read more CNBC politics coverage X did not immediately respond to CNBC’s request for comment. Additional information on the outage was not available. Musk, the billionaire owner of SpaceX and Tesla, acquired X, formerly known as Twitter in 2022. The site has had a number of widespread outages since the acquisition. The site experienced another outage in March, which Musk attributed at the time to a “massive cyberattack.” “We get attacked every day, but this was done with a lot of resources,” Musk wrote in a post at the time. This is breaking news. Check back for updates Source link #Elon #Musks #tens #thousands #users Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

The world’s loudest mechanical keyboard features relays and firecrackers to make noise The world’s loudest mechanical keyboard features relays and firecrackers to make noise Creator uwo’s lab built the world’s loudest mechanical keyboard live on his Twitch channel, where he adds several noisemakers to liven up the typing experience. You can see in the preview shared on X (formerly Twitter) that he started with a 65% keyboard attached to a breadboard, which is then attached to relays and linear actuators that hit a steel plate. Apparently, the tinkling sound is not enough, so he added a steel tongue drum with two rubber mallets powered by compressed air, which hit the drum with every key press you make. As for the finale, uwo’s lab wanted to add something special —a heating coil that would activate when you hit a certain typing speed, which gets so hot that it would ignite a short burst of machine-gun firecrackers. Unfortunately, he did not want to reprogram the breadboard, so he manually activated it with a battery. He tried doing it again a second time, but the fuse failed, so he just lit it up with a lighter and then typed while the firecrackers were blowing up. The Twitch stream to create this doohickey, which, according to uwo’s lab, is below contraption but above thingamajig, took almost five hours, and the result was quite chaotic but fun. Aside from that, the build itself had wires, cables, and pneumatic hoses all over the place, adding to the mayhem, but you can still see the keyboard and the visual and aural pandemonium that happens when he starts typing. You may like I made the worlds loudest mechanical keyboard pic.twitter.com/wLLHQZSGUjMay 21, 2025 We’re a bit disappointed about the firecracker situation, though, as we’d love to beat our typing speed record, and celebrating it with firecrackers going off our desk is the best way to do that. Still, this project by the funny science man, as uwo’s lab calls himself, is by far the craziest mechanical keyboard idea we’ve seen in a long while. This may not make gaming more immersive, unlike this massive tank sim or this racing sim setup that ejects you from your seat when you ******, but it will liven up your workspace. I’m not sure your boss or colleagues would appreciate it, though, especially if you type quickly while wearing the best wireless gaming headsets with active noise cancellation (while everyone else suffers). Follow Tom’s Hardware on Google News to get our up-to-date news, analysis, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button. Get Tom’s Hardware’s best news and in-depth reviews, straight to your inbox. Source link #worlds #loudest #mechanical #keyboard #features #relays #firecrackers #noise Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

McDonald’s is closing down CosMc’s, its beverage-focused spinoff – CNN McDonald’s is closing down CosMc’s, its beverage-focused spinoff – CNN McDonald’s is closing down CosMc’s, its beverage-focused spinoff CNNCosMc’s Bolingbrook, Illinois: McDonald’s closing all CosMc’s spin-off restaurants, including first location in Chicago suburbs ABC7 ChicagoMcDonald’s says it will close CosMc’s. Here are the locations. Yahoo FinanceMcDonald’s Announces Major Menu Change on Friday Men’s JournalMcDonald’s to close standalone beverage concept Reuters Source link #McDonalds #closing #CosMcs #beveragefocused #spinoff #CNN Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

10 must-have tools to keep your 3D printer in tip-top shape 10 must-have tools to keep your 3D printer in tip-top shape You’ve got your new 3D printer, and whether it’s one of the best budget 3D printers, or something a little more spendy (like the Prusa CORE One), you need tools to keep it running smoothly. Sure you get some tools in the box, but getting a dedicated 3D printer toolkit will make short work of caring for your 3D printer. I recently passed on my Creality Ender 2 Pro to my nephew, and I created a toolbox to help him maintain his new toy and this reminded me of learning how to use and then maintain my 3D printers. The maintenance ultimately became a hobby in its own right, mainly because I enjoy tinkering with things. I’m now on my fifth 3D printer. From the early days I have put together a toolkit that enables me to maintain and tweak my 3D printer. To start with, I used the tools that came with my printer. But, over the years I have made my own kit by replacing the cheaper tools with something that will (should) last a lifetime. I kept the older tools, and they ultimately now live in the kit that my nephew now uses. Perhaps one day he will upgrade his tools, but he is only eight, and right now 3D printed dinosaurs are a higher priority! I’ve collated a list of the essential tools for 3D printer maintenance. For each category I’ve suggested a low-cost option, and a more luxurious alternative for those who want to spend a little more. If you disagree with any of these choices, let me know in the comments. The right tool for one maker, may not be the right tool for you. The beauty of the maker community is that we all tackle the problems with our own solutions, and I’ve gone through multiple solutions to reach where I am now. It is highly likely that there will be many more solutions in the coming years. 1. Cutting plastic is much easier with these great flush cutters Why you can trust Tom’s Hardware Our expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing products and services so you can choose the best for you. Find out more about how we test. (Image credit: Pexels, Amazon) Whether you are cutting your filament, cleaning out supports or removing cable ties, wire / flush / side cutters are an essential part of the 3D printer toolkit. Sometimes you get a pair with your printer, but if you don’t, or you need a spare set, then we have two options for you. Plato wire cutters (cheap and plentiful) I’ve got a couple of these. For getting started they are superb. They are useful for 3D printing, electronics and general home maintenance tasks. Sure the metal is a little soft, but for 3D printing they are tough enough. Being flush wire cutters means that we get a clean edge to our snip. That’s useful when we need to trim some filament to slide down a bowden tube or for removing stubborn supports. Model makers and electronics hobbyists can also use these cutters. Models makers use them to trim parts from a sprue, electronics users will trim component legs and snip wires. These are cheap and reliable. In fact they are so cheap, you may as well buy a few pairs. Engineer NS-04 precision side cutters (if Rolls Royce made cutters) These are the side cutters that I personally own. I bought them from *** Raspberry Pi reseller Pimoroni about five years ago and they have been in constant use in the many projects that I have created. They cut beautifully and I generally save them “for best”, keeping a pair of cheaper Plato cutters handy for the jobs where damage could occur. The NS-04 are precision side cutters and using a hex wrench we can slide an angle opening adjuster to set the jaw width. If you don’t need the full bite, this feature will save hand fatigue and reduce the chance of cutting something too big for the jaws. What I don’t like are the handles. They scream “sci-fi themed handtools” but I ignore this and just concentrate on the great cutting experience provided by these Japanese made cutters. The Engineer NS-04 is a great pair of cutters, you’ll pay for the quality but they will last you for years. 2. Tightening up Allen and Hex screws is much easier with these (Image credit: Pexels, Amazon) Allen wrenches, hex keys no matter what you call them, are essential but largely unexciting. 3D printers are generally held together by machine screws sporting an allen / hex head. You will normally get a selected set of wrenches with your printer, but having a more expansive set will prepare you for future tasks. Eklind Hex Key Set (covering all the key sizes) If you just need a set of allen wrenches / hex keys then this will do the job, but it will be a no frills experience. This metric set covers sizes 1.5 to 6mm and that is typically all you need for your 3D printer. Coming in a color coded holster, the metric wrenches are a traditional L-shape, offering a choice between high speed or high-torque ****** action. If you need to remove a stubborn ******, then the extra torque afforded by the shorter end is useful, but the lack of a ball-head on the long end means that you will need to be dead on the ******. They’re cheap and cheerful, and they get the job done. Buy a set and throw them in your toolbox for those moments when you need that specific sized wrench. (Image credit: Pexels, Amazon) The print bed on my Elegoo Centauro Carbon is super grippy, and I often need to use a scraper to gently remove the print from the bed. In the case of PLA, it cools down and lifts from the print bed in a few minutes. For my new favourite, PETG, it takes much longer to cool down and when I use a brim, the bed adhesion is challenging. Scrapers are great tools, and your 3D printer will usually come with a plastic scraper, but what if you need something a little better? Here are two suggestions. 3D Printer Scraper (two for $5!) The metal blade is stronger than the plastic versions often included with your 3D printer, and you get two for under $5! With blue and ****** handles, the scrapers measure 5.5 x 1.57 inches with a generous handle size to enable a good grip. The thin metal blade is designed to get under the print, or if the print is stuck, to gently lift the brim to break the adhesion. Just make sure that you use it carefully; don’t go cutting into your build plate! Palette Knives (no, seriously, they can be used to lift 3D prints) Credit for this idea goes to Chuck Hellebuyck (CHEP on YouTube) who suggested the use of a palette knife (painter’s knife) as a means to remove prints and detritus from your print bed. Normally reserved for artists working with oil paints or clay, these knives come in a pack of five, but it is the number 2, square-bladed knife that will lift your prints without damaging your build plate. Just slide the flat blade under the plastic and it will come away from the plate. 4. These screwdrivers will keep your 3D printer running (Image credit: Pexels, Amazon) We’ve all got some form of screwdriver lurking in a toolbox or drawer. We use them to open PC cases, tins of paint and to fix our spectacles and then we throw them back in the drawer. A few months later, we’re hunting for that one screwdriver to do one specific task and then get frustrated because we can’t find it. This is when you need a dedicated screwdriver set for your maker box. In my office / workshop I have a general set of screwdrivers for general tasks, and a set of Wera screwdrivers for servicing 3D printers and taking things apart. Sometimes I put things back together with all of their screws, often there is one ****** left over. So let’s take a look at two screwdriver sets for servicing your 3D printer. 9-in-1 Precision Screwdriver Set (fix your printer, phone, life with this cheap set) If you look on Temu / Aliexpress, there is a proliferation of screwdrivers that look just like this. That doesn’t make them bad, but it shows that the design is popular. This 49-in-1 precision screwdriver kit comes in a rather useful case which contains all 49 bits and the driver handle. The bits are double ended, packing in more bits into the slim case. If you need more bits, then standard 4mm bits should fit perfectly. The driver handle has a rotating cap, enabling you to keep pressure on the ****** head while driving the ******. Bits can be magnetized by the handle, and the case itself has a magnet to firmly grip the stored bits, preventing them all spilling out when you open the case. For under $8 we get a great selection of bits (Torx, Hex, Security, Crosshead, Triwing, Slot and a 0.8mm needle tip. The driver handle should provide enough grip for stubborn screws, but remember that it is all metal, so your grip may slip for very stubborn screws. HOTO 24 in 1 Multi Bit Mini Screwdriver Set (the iPhone of screwdrivers) This is a great precision screwdriver for most maker jobs. Taking apart or building a project is made much easier thanks to a screwdriver like this. Why? Because of its great design that includes having all of the bits inside the handle! $20 for a precision screwdriver is a big ask. But the Hoto 24-in-1 offers a great driver handle with a swivel to aid precise movement. Bits connect magnetically to the handle, and the driver will take 4mm bits, but it comes with 12, double-ended bits which should cover most users. I say most, because the hex bits only go up to 2.5mm and that wasn’t large enough for some of the hex screws on my Elegoo Neptune 3 Pro. As I mentioned earlier, this will take 4mm bits so if you are missing your favorite bit, you can pick it up and add it to the handle. 5. Electric screwdrivers, because sometimes there are too many screws! (Image credit: Pexels, Amazon) Screwing / unscrewing a bunch of screws can get tiring and that is why I have two electric screwdrivers that I use to build furniture, PCs and take apart electronics for repair. I also use them to quickly tighten / loosen screws on my 3D printers, snugging them tight with my allen wrenches / manual screwdriver. You can get a good USB-charged electric screwdriver for very little money, or you can pay a little more and get something a little more stylish. I started out with a cheap Temu driver and it worked well, but the lure of Hoto’s precision driver soon won me over and I don’t regret it. Tanyo Mini Electric Screwdriver (low cost, low effort screwdriver action) A USB Type-C rechargeable electric screwdriver was the thing of dreams a decade ago. Yeah we have electric screwdrivers but they were often powered by batteries, or bulky battery packs. Now with Lithium power packs and USB C we have small, powerful tools that get the job done for not much money. The Tanyo mini electric screwdriver kit sees a 400 mAh powered screwdriver packed in a 4.96 x 0.7 inch (12.6 x 1.8cm) handle. The bits are standard 4mm size, so you can change them with those used in your standard precision screwdriver, and they come in a standard 28mm shaft length, or a longer 45mm shaft for hard to reach spaces. The range of bits is impressive, Torx, Philips, slot, hex and security bits but there is a downside to this driver. Yes it has forward and reverse rotation, but only a single speed. Not a dealbreaker, but keep it in mind. Hoto 25-in-1 Precision Screwdriver (driving my work forward) Let’s get this out of the way. I own this screwdriver and I use it almost every day. Heck I even designed a cradle that hangs the screwdriver from my Ikea shelves while connected to a charger via a magnetic cable. This is a great screwdriver and well worth the money. The S2 bits are made from a hardened steel which means they won’t chew up and lose their edge. The bits are standard 4mm size, so you can use bits from your other precision screwdriver. The Hoto precision driver only has one speed and the battery capacity is only 350mAh, which provides around 500 operations, but those two things are its only downside. When charging the unit will show a white light next to the USB C port. When it goes out you are fully charged. The driver is made from metal and the ridges help grip the driver as you work. Button operation is easy; just press and hold to ****** / unscrew. The included case is lovely, if a little bulky. I ended up 3D printing a magnetic stand for the bits to accompany the cradle that supports the driver. All in all, a great electric screwdriver for makers, tinkerers and those eager to service their 3D printers. 6. Unclog your 3D printer like a plastic plumber (Image credit: Pexels, Amazon) 3D printers will get clogged. No matter how much money you spend, hot plastic being pushed through a 0.4mm hole is going to cause a clog someday. Dealing with a clog is fairly simple, but you need the right tools as you will be poking around the hot end while it is well and truly hot, around 200C. 120pcs 3D Printer Nozzle Cleaning Kit (deep clean that nozzle) Cleaning out a clog is never exciting, but it is essential, and for less than $4 you have 120 steel needles designed to unclog your nozzle. The needles measure 81mm and are only 0.4mm wide, and yes, they have a sharp point and I did poke myself with one. Heat your nozzle, poke the needle into the hot end and the clog should soon be unblocked. Wipe the needle, put it back in the case and carry on printing. If the needle gets too messy, responsibly recycle it. Just watch out for the point! Creality Clog Poke (attack that clog from another direction!) Poking a clog with a thin needle works most times, but when you absolutely, positively need to blast that clog out, the Creality Clog Poke (yes, that is its name) is there to help. Instead of inserting it into the nozzle, we insert the poke into the filament path, specifically the path from the top of the extruder to the nozzle. The 1.5mm needle won’t reach the nozzle, but it will push any plastic trapped inside the extruder. Molten plastic should then pour down onto the build plate. Using this should reduce the need to completely disassemble the extruder, and make quick work of a blockage. Of course there will be times when you need to disassemble the extruder. About a year ago I had to disassemble the extruder on my Elego Neptune 3 Pro as it had a serious clog. Some pliers and a lot of time later, I was printing again. Perhaps with this tool it wouldn’t have been such a big job? 7. Replace 3D printer nozzles easily, and without burning yourself (Image credit: Pexels, Amazon) The nozzle on your 3D printer is user replaceable, and you can swap it out for a different sized aperture for finer detail prints (0.2mm) or for when you need to print large functional parts (0.6 to 0.8mm). But to remove the nozzle you will need a wrench, so here is what I suggest. 5-in-1 Nozzle Wrench (for all sizes of 3D printer nozzles) For under $3 this is an essential tool. It covers multiple sizes of nozzles, and it can be used to hold the hot end assembly in place when stripping the entire assembly down. The thin metal construction isn’t the most comfortable, but it will get the job done with very little fuss. Honestly, for a few bucks, just grab one. It will be used many times. 26 Piece Nozzle Maintenance Kit (all the gear to get the job done) For less than $10 you get needles to clean the nozzle, brass brushes to remove grime and plastic from the hot part of the nozzle, tweezers to remove detritus without burning your finger. But the best part for me are the two nozzle wrenches. Designed with an L-shape, they keep your fingers away from the hot bit, and give you a little more torque to persuade the nozzle to come loose. Even after heating the nozzle, it can become stuck, so a little extra force is needed to remove it. The problem is that the heat makes the nozzle too hot to touch. The nozzle is cupped by the wrench, so you just need to concentrate on removing it. Then, drop it on the build plate to cool off. The extra tools are useful. In fact the brass brushes are extremely useful to clean burnt plastic from the hot end, and I use them to remove a little rust from a long lost pocket knife. 8. Remove excess plastic, and clean-up your 3D prints (Image credit: Pexels, Amazon) Yes, you can just use a scalpel / knife to remove the brim, or neaten up the edges. But, take it from someone who sliced the top of their finger off, buy a deburring tool instead. Some 3D prints need a little post-processing. The edges may need to be cleaned up, common when using a brim for bed adhesion, or if your print squeezed down on the print bed a little too hard and caused an “elephant’s foot”. A deburring tool uses a curved blade with a ball-end. The ball traces the contours of the object, while the blade shaves off a little plastic to neaten up your work. Ergonomic Handheld Deburring Tool ($2 wonder tool) $2 doesn’t even buy you a decent cup of coffee, so can it buy a decent deburring tool? Sure it can. This deburring tool has replaceable heads and comes ready to neaten up your prints. The pen-like design makes it easy to hold, and gives a firm grip necessary when cleaning up a print. Blades are easily replaced, and can be used with soft metals, wood and of course plastic. AFA Deburring Tool (effortless deburring) This is much more than $2, so what do you get for the money? Firstly, an aluminum handle which feels light and strong. Next we have lots of spare blades, which are easily replaced via a quick change system. This is the deburring tool that I bought and it has been a lifesaver. I printed some parts in PETG and left the brim option to “auto” then realised I had to cut out so much waste plastic. But there was no problem with this tool. A few minutes later I had a bin of plastic shavings and a clean print. I also learnt an important lesson, don’t trust the auto brim option. 9. Isopropyl alcohol, the ultimate cleaning liquid for 3D printers (Image credit: Pexels, Amazon) It’s hard to recommend a chemical, especially rubbing alcohol. As long as you get the percentage right (70% or higher) your print bed will be free from oily hand prints and leftover plastic. Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA) is a key part of 3D printing, because whenever we touch the buildplate, even with clean hands, we leave oils that can impact bed adhesion and turn our prints into spaghetti. So let’s get some IPA! MaxTite Isopropyl Alcohol Spray Bottles (wash and go) Two bottles of 2.3 fl oz (68ml) IPA in 70 and 99.9% strength for $6 is a pretty good deal considering the bottles have spray applicators. Get a paper towel, spray the print bed and then wipe the IPA around to remove the oils. That’s it! Start your print and enjoy the improved bed adhesion. Amazon Basics 99% Isopropyl Alcohol (bulk purchase power) I buy IPA in bulk, seriously. I use it to clean my 3D printers, tools and even my PC case, when it’s not full of dust. I dispense it into dollar store spray bottles, the ones used when traveling. I mark the bottle to identify it as IPA and just grab it when I need it. Yes, 99% is overkill, heck its medical grade for first aid use, but if you really want to eke it out, get some distilled water and water down your mix to 70%. I don’t because it works well as it is. My top tip though is to not spray it when the print bed is hot. There is very little risk of fire, but it will evaporate rather quickly. 10. With these flashlights, you will soon see the light! (Image credit: Pexels, Amazon) How the heck did a flashlight get on the list? Trust me, when you are working in tight spaces you need as much light as you can get, and a flashlight is really handy to point the light exactly where you need it. You don’t need to spend big bucks on a flashlight, but there are some excellent choices out there. Nebo Columbo (just one more thing) Nebo makes great flashlights. I have one in the tool box (a pocket sized Nebo Larry) that has a magnetic base and takes AAA batteries. The Columbo is not named after the famous TV detective, but it is ready to shed some light on the case (sorry). Powered by a single AAA battery, Columbo is a keychain flashlight with 100 Lumens of power, plenty of power to light up a dark corner in your 3D printer. For $10 this is a bargain for a flashlight. Ruben E7 (pocket flashlight powerhouse) I own a Wuben C3 but I wish I had this one instead. With 1800 Lumens of light, USB Type-C charging, IP68 rating, baseball cap clip and a magnetic base this is a great flashlight. The 1800 Lumens brightness is at max power, dial it down and you will get many hours of use. The magnetic base means it can be connected to a metal part of your PC case or 3D printer, leaving you with both hands free to get work done. This flashlight is $30, but it regularly has a discount coupon that takes a chunk of the final cost. Buy this now! 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A Once-in-a-Decade Investment Opportunity: 1 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Chip Stock to Buy Hand Over Fist Right This Instant (Hint: It’s Not Nvidia) A Once-in-a-Decade Investment Opportunity: 1 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Chip Stock to Buy Hand Over Fist Right This Instant (Hint: It’s Not Nvidia) Nvidia remains the top player in data center chips, but AMD is scaling up at an impressive pace. Partnerships with the likes of Oracle, Microsoft, and Meta Platforms should give it a big boost. Despite the chipmaker’s encouraging progress, its shares still remain historically cheap. 10 stocks we like better than Advanced Micro Devices › Semiconductor stocks have been some of the biggest winners of the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution. It makes a lot of sense, too. AI chips are the brains that power and train generative AI models, helping businesses build new products and services at warp speed — ushering in a new wave of productivity, efficiency, and automation. For the most part, however, one name emerges more often than others in the chip realm. Obviously, I’m talking about Nvidia. I can’t deny that what Nvidia has achieved over the last two years isn’t impressive. Don’t get me wrong — I’m very happy to be an investor in Nvidia stock. But as a long-term investor, I’m always looking for opportunities beyond the mainstream. Enter Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD). With a share price decline of 31% over the last year, AMD may not look like your cup of tea. However, I’d encourage you to keep an open mind. Let’s explore how AMD is making inroads in the AI chip landscape, and why now looks like a lucrative time to buy the stock hand over fist. AMD reports its financials across three business segments: Data center, client and gaming, and embedded. The data center segment competes directly with Nvidia, and recent trends in this business unit have really caught my eye. The table below breaks down AMD’s data center financial profile over the last year. Over the past year, AMD has scaled its AI data center business considerably. All the while, operating profit margins have been expanding — signaling that AMD is able to fulfill demand and build its chip business in a profitable way. Data Center Segment Q1 2024 Q2 2024 Q3 2024 Q4 2024 Q1 2025 Revenue (in billions) $2.3 $2.8 $3.5 $3.8 $3.7 Revenue growth (year over year) 80% 115% 122% 69% 57% Operating income (in millions) $541 $743 $1,000 $1,200 $932 Operating margin 23% 26% 29% 30% 25% Data source: Investor Relations. One thing to call out is that over the last six months, it may look like AMD’s chip business is beginning to show some signs slowing. I wouldn’t be caught up in that idea, though. First, the semiconductor industry tends to be cyclical. Moreover, Nvidia launched its newest graphics processing unit (GPU) architecture (Blackwell) during the fourth quarter, which likely served as some form of a headwind for AMD. Story Continues Nevertheless, AMD has nearly doubled its operating income in the chip business over the past year, while still accelerating sales by high double-digit percentages. Furthermore, the company is launching new architectures of its own later this year — and AMD’s CEO Lisa Su sounds quite confident that these products will be a big hit with customers. Image source: Getty Images. Perhaps the biggest reason I’m excited about AMD’s future is because of the company’s proven ability to win notable customers. For example, Microsoft, Oracle, and Meta Platforms are all using AMD’s MI300 accelerators in addition to their respective Nvidia GPUs. On top of that, Amazon — another Nvidia customer — recently made a strategic investment in AMD. This very well could signal partnership opportunities between AMD and Amazon’s thriving cloud infrastructure business. Over the coming quarters, my outlook is that AMD’s data center business will continue generating a combination of revenue growth and margin expansion, thanks to encouraging shipment trends for MI325, MI350, MI355, and MI400 series chipsets. Right now, AMD’s forward price-to-earnings (P/E) multiple is hovering well below its 10-year average. AMD PE Ratio (Forward) data by YCharts. It seems to me that investors are questioning AMD’s ability to capture rising AI infrastructure spend from the hyperscalers. What I find perplexing, however, is that AMD has already proven it can do this, but for some reason the company isn’t getting much credit for the growth in its data center business. In my eyes, AMD is a no-brainer buying opportunity right now, and investors should consider taking advantage of the disparity in its current valuation multiples compared to historical trends. I think the stock is cheap based on forward earnings, and long-term investors should consider holding on to a position in AMD over the next several years. Before you buy stock in Advanced Micro Devices, consider this: The Motley Fool Stock Advisor analyst team just identified what they believe are the 10 best stocks for investors to buy now… and Advanced Micro Devices wasn’t one of them. The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years. 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The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Advanced Micro Devices, Amazon, Meta Platforms, Microsoft, Nvidia, and Oracle. The Motley Fool recommends the following options: long January 2026 $395 calls on Microsoft and short January 2026 $405 calls on Microsoft. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. A Once-in-a-Decade Investment Opportunity: 1 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Chip Stock to Buy Hand Over Fist Right This Instant (Hint: It’s Not Nvidia) was originally published by The Motley Fool Source link #OnceinaDecade #Investment #Opportunity #Artificial #Intelligence #Chip #Stock #Buy #Hand #Fist #Instant #Hint #Nvidia Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

TeamGroup T-Force Xtreem DDR5-7200 C34 2x24GB Review: Cute On The Outside, Fierce On The Inside TeamGroup T-Force Xtreem DDR5-7200 C34 2x24GB Review: Cute On The Outside, Fierce On The Inside Why you can trust Tom’s Hardware Our expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing products and services so you can choose the best for you. Find out more about how we test. The T-Force Xtreem DDR5-7200 C34 may not look like your typical enthusiast memory, but it can compete with the best RAM. TeamGroup has a very diverse portfolio, from budget memory to professional memory. Regarding enthusiast-grade products, the Xtreem series is one of them. The Xtreem series comprises two additional variants: the Xtree ARGB featuring RGB lighting and the Xtreem CKD equipped with a client clock driver. The memory kit under review today is part of the vanilla Xtreem lineup, with options ranging from DDR5-6000 to DDR5-8200 and available capacities varying between 32GB (2x16GB) and 96GB (2x48GB). Image 1 of 3 (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) TeamGroup previously offered the Xtreem series in the colors “Snow White” and “Narvik ******.” Consequently, this “Diamond Rose” variant represents the third option available from the company. The memory module incorporates an aluminum alloy heat spreader that measures 0.08 inches (2 mm) in thickness, which TeamGroup asserts enhances heat dissipation by as much as 10% compared to a memory module without a heat spreader. The heat spreader is matte pink and has a sandblasted finish. The front side is reserved for the TeamGroup and Xtreem logos, while the rear side features a fin-stack design and the conventional sticker with the memory’s specifications. The height of the Xtreem memory modules is 1.92 inches (48.8 mm). Therefore, verifying that your CPU air cooler has the necessary clearance space is vital. You may like Image 1 of 2 (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) The 48GB memory kit has two 24GB memory modules with a single-rank design. Eight SK hynix H5CGD8MGBDX021 (M-die) integrated circuits (ICs) are on the ****** PCB in a single-sided layout. Since it’s a 24GB memory module, each IC is 3GB in capacity. TeamGroup chose the Richtek 0P=BA NG5 power management IC (PMIC) for this SKU. The default settings on these memory modules are DDR5-5600 with 45-46-46-90 timings. TeamGroup has implemented Intel XMP 3.0 and AMD EXPO memory profiles on the memory modules. They come with two profiles. The main profile is for DDR5-7200 with 34-42-42-84 timings at 1.4V, while the backup profile sets the memory to DDR5-6000 38-38-38-78 at 1.25V. See our PC Memory 101 feature and How to Shop for RAM story for more timings and frequency considerations. Comparison Hardware Swipe to scroll horizontally Memory Kit Part Number Capacity Data Rate Primary Timings Voltage Warranty G.Skill Trident Z5 CK F5-8800C4255H24GX2-TZ5CK 2 x 24GB DDR5-8800 (XMP) 42-55-55-140 (2T) 1.45 Lifetime Corsair Vengeance RGB CUDIMM CMHC48GX5M2X8400C40 2 x 24GB DDR5-8400 (XMP) 40-52-52-135 (2T) 1.40 Lifetime TeamGroup T-Force Xtreem FFPD548G7200HC34ADC01 2 x 24GB DDR5-7200 (XMP) 34-42-42-84 (2T) 1.40 Lifetime G.Skill Trident Z5 RGB F5-7200J3646F24GX2-TZ5RK 2 x 24GB DDR5-7200 (XMP) 36-46-46-115 (2T) 1.35 Lifetime Corsair Dominator Titanium First Edition CMP48GX5M2X7200C36FEW 2 x 24GB DDR5-7200 (XMP) 36-46-46-116 (2T) 1.40 Lifetime Today’s best TeamGroup T-Force Xtreem DDR5-7200 C34 deals Image 1 of 2 (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) The Intel system comprises the Core Ultra 9 285K and the MSI MEG Z890 Unify-X (7E20v1A41 firmware). In contrast, the AMD system employs the Ryzen 9 9900X and MSI MPG X870E Carbon WiFi (7E49v1A23 firmware). The Corsair iCUE Link Titan 360 RX LCD CPU liquid cooler effectively maintains the operating temperatures of both the Arrow Lake and Zen 5 processors under optimal conditions. The MSI GeForce RTX 4080 16GB Gaming X Trio addresses the more graphics-intensive workloads, ensuring that our gaming RAM benchmarks do not have a graphics bottleneck. TeamGroup’s A440 Lite PCIe 4.0 SSD balances performance and storage capacity, with 2TB of high-speed storage up to 7,400 MB/s for our Windows 11 24H2 installation, benchmarking software, and games. Meanwhile, the Corsair RM1000x Shift ATX 3.0 power supply delivers a reliable and ample power source to our test systems, directly feeding the GeForce RTX 4080 with a native 16-pin (12VHPWR) power cable. Finally, the Streacom BC1 open-air test bench accommodates all of our hardware. Swipe to scroll horizontally Component Intel System AMD System Processor Intel Core Ultra 9 285K AMD Ryzen 9 9900X Motherboard MSI MEG Z890 Unify-X MSI MPG X870E Carbon WiFi Graphics Card MSI GeForce RTX 4080 16GB Gaming X Trio MSI GeForce RTX 4080 16GB Gaming X Trio Storage TeamGroup A440 Lite 2TB TeamGroup A440 Lite 2TB Cooling Corsair iCUE Link Titan 360 RX LCD Corsair iCUE Link Titan 360 RX LCD Power Supply Corsair RM1000x Shift Corsair RM1000x Shift Case Streacom BC1 Streacom BC1 Intel Performance Image 1 of 23 (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) The Xtreem memory kit demonstrated superior performance in application benchmarks compared to other 48GB memory kits. However, its performance in gaming was a bit lacking, ranking at the lower end of the charts. The memory kit from TeamGroup, on the other hand, excelled across various benchmarks, including Adobe Lightroom, Cinebench 2024, and Corona 12, among others. AMD Performance Image 1 of 23 (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) Due to the subquality of our Ryzen 9 9900X’s integrated memory controller (IMC), we couldn’t test the DDR5-8800 and DDR5-8400 memory kits on our X870E platform. Nonetheless, the Xtreem memory kit was the fastest out of the three that we could benchmark. It ranked second in gaming, lagging behind the Dominator Titanium First Edition DDR5-7200 C36. Overclocking and Latency Tuning Image 1 of 3 (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) (Image credit: Tom’s Hardware) The memory kit operates at DDR5-7200 with a voltage of 1.4V; consequently, we increased the voltage to 1.45V for the purpose of manual overclocking. By relaxing the timings from 34-42-42-84 to 36-46-46-86, we successfully advanced to DDR5-7600. Lowest Stable Timings Swipe to scroll horizontally Memory Kit DDR5-7200 (1.45V) DDR5-7200 (1.5V) DDR5-7600 (1.45V) DDR5-7800 (1.45V) DDR5-8800 (1.45V) DDR5-9200 (1.50V) G.Skill Trident Z5 CK DDR5-8800 C42 N/A 40-52-52-134 (2T) N/A N/A N/A 42-55-55-140 (2T) Corsair Vengeance RGB CUDIMM DDR5-8400 C40 38-50-50-128 (2T) N/A N/A N/A 40-52-52-135 (2T) N/A Corsair Dominator Titanium First Edition DDR5-7200 C36 34-42-42-82 (2T) N/A N/A 36-46-46-116 (2T) N/A N/A TeamGroup T-Force Xtreem DDR5-7200 C34 N/A N/A 36-46-46-86 (2T) N/A N/A N/A G.Skill Trident Z5 RGB DDR5-7200 C36 34-42-42-84 (2T) N/A 36-46-46-115 (2T) N/A N/A N/A The Xtreem would not run at lower memory timings despite increasing the DRAM voltage to 1.45V. It seems that 34-42-42-84 is the borderline setting for stability, as none of the memory timings would budge, for not even one clock cycle. Upping the voltage to 1.5V might offer some leeway, but it wasn’t worth it. Bottom Line We applaud TeamGroup’s endeavor to provide a distinctive offering with the T-Force Xtreem DDR5-7200 C34. Not every day do you encounter pink memory modules, referred to as “Diamond Rose” by the company. On the flip side, the memory kit may not resonate with certain DIY enthusiasts, as the color may prove challenging to incorporate into a build, unless you’re deliberately building a PC around a white and pink theme or something similar. Aside from the color-related considerations, the T-Force Xtreem DDR5-7200 C34 delivers impressive performance once you flip that Intel XMP 3.0 or AMD EXPO switch. TeamGroup may face challenges in marketing the T-Force Xtreem DDR5-7200 C34, not due to its distinctive pink color, but rather because of its substantial price point of $184.99. Memory kits with comparable specifications start at $164.99, resulting in a 12% premium for the Xtreem memory kit. Interestingly, TeamGroup’s own T-Force Delta RGB DDR5-7200 C34, which incorporates RGB lighting, is presently available at that same price. It’s hard for consumers to justify an additional $20 solely for the aesthetic differences, even though the color theme is unique. TeamGroup T-Force Xtreem DDR5-7200 C34: Price Comparison Source link #TeamGroup #TForce #Xtreem #DDR57200 #C34 #2x24GB #Review #Cute #Fierce Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

The Knicks’ starting unit is hurting New York’s chance at an NBA championship – The New York Times The Knicks’ starting unit is hurting New York’s chance at an NBA championship – The New York Times The Knicks’ starting unit is hurting New York’s chance at an NBA championship The New York TimesView Full Coverage on Google News Source link #Knicks #starting #unit #hurting #Yorks #chance #NBA #championship #York #Times Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

El Paso police investigate shooting in far East Side neighborhood El Paso police investigate shooting in far East Side neighborhood El Paso police detectives are investigating a late night shooting in a neighborhood in the far East Side over the Memorial Day holiday weekend. A man believed to be in his early 20s was transported to a hospital following a shooting that occurred about 11 p.m. Friday, May 23, in the 1700 block of Dana Michelle Street, Officer Adrian Cisneros, a police spokesman, said in a video message. The location is in the Montwood Heights neighborhood off Montwood Drive, east of Loop 375. Homicides 2025: Loud music and bloodshed: Family birthday celebration turned deadly at El Paso home The medical condition of the wounded man was not available. The shooting is under investigation by detectives with the Crimes Against Persons Unit. Anyone with information on the shooting may call the police nonemergency number at 915-832-4400 or may anonymously call Crime Stoppers of El Paso at 915-566-8477 (TIPS). Daniel Borunda may be reached at *****@*****.tld and @BorundaDaniel on X. This article originally appeared on El Paso Times: El Paso police investigate shooting in far East Side neighborhood Source link #Paso #police #investigate #shooting #East #Side #neighborhood Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

ValueAct takes a stake in Rocket Cos. How the activist may help lift shares ValueAct takes a stake in Rocket Cos. How the activist may help lift shares FILE PHOTO: A banner celebrating Rocket Companies Inc., the parent company of U.S. mortgage lender Quicken Loans, IPO is seen on the front facade of the New York Stock Exchange in New York City, U.S., August 6, 2020. Brendan McDermid | Reuters Company: Rocket Companies Inc (RKT) Business: Rocket Companies is a financial technology company consisting of mortgage, real estate and personal finance businesses. Its segments include Direct-to-Consumer and Partner Network. In the Direct-to-Consumer segment, clients can interact with Rocket Mortgage online, as well as with the company’s mortgage bankers. Rocket markets various brand campaigns and performance marketing channels to clients through its Direct-to-Consumer segment. It also includes title insurance, appraisals, and settlement services. Partner Network segment leverages its client service and brands to grow marketing and influencer relationships, and its mortgage broker partnerships through Rocket Pro third-party origination (TPO). The company’s personal finance and consumer technology brands include Rocket Mortgage, Rocket Homes, Amrock, Rocket Money, Rocket Loans, Rocket Mortgage Canada, Lendesk, Core Digital Media and Rocket Connections. Stock Market Value: $25.4B ($12.68 per share) Stock Chart IconStock chart icon Rocket Companies in 2025 Activist: ValueAct Capital Ownership: 9.99% Average Cost: $12.37 Activist Commentary: ValueAct has been a premier corporate governance investor for over 20 years. ValueAct principals are generally on the boards of half of ValueAct’s core portfolio positions and have had 56 public company board seats over 23 years. Additionally, the firm is a long-term, thoughtful and diligent investor known for creating value behind the scenes. ValueAct has previously commenced 106 activist campaigns and has an average return of 52.60% versus 21.27% for the Russell 2000. What’s happening ValueAct has taken a position in Rocket Companies (RKT). Behind the scenes Rocket Companies is a financial technology company consisting of mortgage, real estate, and personal finance businesses. In a highly fragmented industry, Rocket has steadily gained market share and is now the No. 1 originator of mortgages in the United States. This position has primarily been driven by a technology-first, assembly-line approach to mortgage processing. Unlike industry legacy methods where people and technologies are stretched over the entire process, Rocket has broken down the workflow into distinct stages and has dedicated people and technologies at each step. As a result, the company can originate a loan at about one third of the cost of peers and close loans in an average of 21 days versus 45 days for its competitors. However, the company’s share price has yet to reflect this clear competitive advantage, as shares are down over 29% since its initial public offering in August 2020. While Rocket is a great company, it is not a great stock. The primary reasons for this are its small float, controlled ownership and unnecessarily convoluted share class structure. Rocket’s founder Dan Gilbert retains over 80% of voting power through a preferred share class. The current public float of the company is only about 7% of the total voting power. Further complicating matters is that Rocket’s ownership has been spread across four different share classes – though in March, the company said it would reduce its share classes to two. These factors made the stock difficult to buy, leaving its investor base absent of many long-only institutional investors that are typically sought after by companies of this size and stature. The valuation gap that has resulted from this is clear, while Rocket trades at a single digit price-earnings multiple, comparable businesses like Schwab trade closer to 20 times. The float issue is in the process of being remedied, however. Rocket’s public float is set to increase to 35% from 7%, because of the company’s pending acquisitions of Redfin and Mr. Cooper. Additionally, the company will be collapsing its share structure from four to two. This will still leave it a controlled company with Dan Gilbert owning approximately 65%, but controlled companies do not scare ValueAct. On the contrary, the firm has delivered strong returns investing in many controlled companies such as Liberty Live Group, Meta Platforms, Martha Stewart Living, The New York Times, 21st Century Fox, Spotify and KKR. In these situations, ValueAct has delivered an average return of 96.15% vs. 21.12% for the relevant benchmark. While the significantly increased float and simpler capital structure should attract the broader base of long-term institutional investors who have thus far been sidelined, this is just a tailwind for stockholders, not a value-creator. Likewise, declining interest rates are a tailwind for Rocket as it accelerates mortgage refinancing. But the real value creator is for Rocket to continue its technological leadership which could be greatly accelerated with the assistance of artificial intelligence. There are two kinds of AI beneficiaries – the technology enablers (such as Nvidia, Amazon and Salesforce) and consumer class companies with business models that can be fundamentally improved through AI integration. As the market and technological leader in a highly fragmented industry, Rocket is well positioned to supercharge its already best-in-class mortgage assembly-line process by integrating AI to boost operational efficiency, profitability, and further expand its current pricing and timeline advantages over peers. Traditional banks should also have an easier time using AI to close the gap, as they have vastly more room for improvement than Rocket. However, AI is much more likely to be quickly adopted by companies like Rocket – companies that have embraced technology and the digital age – as opposed to older institutions that have historically been reluctant to adopt any sort of technological innovation. Throughout the AI revolution, we have observed across other consumer-based industries that the businesses that are already tech native (such as Tesla, Amazon and Spotify) are far better equipped to integrate AI in ways that meaningfully transform their businesses, and Rocket is in the driver’s seat to be this player in the mortgage industry. Moreover, Rocket has a relatively new CEO who wants to dominate the mortgage industry and is not afraid of technology, previously working at Intuit, PayPal, Groupon and Microsoft. If these value levers are properly executed, Rocket’s high single-digit share of the mortgage market should be able to grow to 15% to 20% organically and potentially higher if coupled with some accretive mergers and acquisitions. In the longer term, there’s no reason why this industry should remain so fragmented. Most digital consumer business markets eventually consolidate to a few major players with the winners commanding 30%-plus market share, and Rocket has a clear path to victory. This is not ValueAct taking a “flyer” on AI. First, ValueAct is a very thoughtful and diligent investor and doesn’t take “flyers.” Second, ValueAct has extensive experience from both sides of AI. The firm has been in the boardroom at companies like Microsoft and Salesforce, two of the largest developers of AI. And ValueAct has been active shareholders at companies like Spotify, The New York Times, Expedia and Recruit (Indeed.com) – some of the largest users and beneficiaries of AI. So, when ValueAct invests in AI, it isn’t just spitballing. Rather, the firm thoroughly understands AI and how its customers can use it. ValueAct makes investments like this because it likes the company for all of the reasons stated above. The firm takes board seats in approximately half of its core positions but does not go into an investment “needing a board seat” or even necessarily wanting a board seat. Moreover, as a sub $200 million investment, this is very small for ValueAct. But as the float increases and it grows its position – and as management gets to know the company better – we think with ValueAct’s financial expertise and AI experience, it would be natural for the firm to be invited on to Rocket’s board. Ken Squire is the founder and president of 13D Monitor, an institutional research service on shareholder activism, and the founder and portfolio manager of the 13D Activist Fund, a mutual fund that invests in a portfolio of activist 13D investments. Source link #ValueAct #takes #stake #Rocket #Cos #activist #lift #shares Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

LIVE: 2025 F1 Monaco Grand Prix – Qualifying – racingnews365.com LIVE: 2025 F1 Monaco Grand Prix – Qualifying – racingnews365.com LIVE: 2025 F1 Monaco Grand Prix – Qualifying racingnews365.comEXPLAINED: What is the new two-stop rule for the Monaco Grand Prix – and how will it work? Formula 1Formula One 2025: Monaco Grand Prix qualifying updates – live The GuardianF1 hopes extra pit stops bring more excitement in the glamorous but dull Monaco Grand Prix AP News2025 Monaco Grand Prix odds, picks, grid, start time: Formula 1 predictions, best bets by proven model CBS Sports Source link #LIVE #Monaco #Grand #Prix #Qualifying #racingnews365.com Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Dockers crush Power but star defender faces AFL ban Dockers crush Power but star defender faces AFL ban Fremantle skipper Alex Pearce is facing the prospect of a multi-week suspension after clattering into Darcy Byrne-Jones during the Dockers’ 49-point win over Port Adelaide at a wet and slippery Optus Stadium. Luke Jackson starred in the ruck with 38 hitouts, 21 disposals and eight clearances to go with a goal from the pocket, while Murphy Reid kicked four majors as Fremantle stormed to the 15.10 (100) to 7.9 (51) victory in front of 40,466 fans on Saturday night. But the biggest talking point of the night was the ugly second-quarter collision between Pearce and Byrne-Jones. Byrne-Jones had his eyes on the ball and was running with the flight of the kick when Pearce charged in from the opposite direction. Pearce initially looked like he was setting out to take a mark or produce a spoil, but he took his eyes off the ball at the last moment when he realised a collision was imminent. Although the airborne Pearce didn’t turn his body in a bumping motion, his left shoulder still thumped into the head of Byrne-Jones. The incident sparked a mini melee as Port Adelaide players expressed their anger towards Pearce, with a groggy-looking Byrne-Jones helped off the ground and subbed out of the match with concussion. Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir held his head in his hands upon seeing the incident, and Pearce faces a nervous wait to see how the match review officer accesses the collision. The Dockers’ impressive display improved their season record to 6-5, while Port’s finals hopes are looking dire at 4-7. Jackson was the dominant figure on the ground as the lead ruckman, Reid showed why he’s being touted as a future superstar with the second four-goal haul of his career, while Caleb Serong racked up 29 disposals and 12 clearances. There’s been talk Jackson could request a trade back to Melbourne at the end of the season, but the way he’s embraced the lead ruck role over the past two weeks in the absence of Sean Darcy has heightened hopes among Fremantle fans he will stay put. “It was good fun,” Jackson told Fox Sports. “I do love it (playing in the ruck). It’s a good position. You’re around the ball most of the time. I feel like that’s where I play my best footy. “I’m just happy the team got a win, we’re on a roll now. “I love Freo, I love the club, and I’m just really happy with my footy at the moment, and I’m really happy.” Mitch Georgiades kicked three goals for Port and Ollie Wines tallied 33 disposals and seven clearances, but the Power coudn’t kick a winning score despite winning the inside 50m count, with the absence of Jason Horne-Francis keenly felt. Fremantle defender Cooper Simpson lasted less than nine minutes, with the 20-year-old subbed out after injuring his left shoulder in a heavy hip-and-shoulder with Logan Evans. Port tallied 20 inside 50s to eight in the opening term, with the rain not affecting their early chip-mark tactics. Two goals to Georgiades, including one from a strong contested mark in the goalsquare, got them early rewards, but Fremantle proved to be the more efficient team in attack on the way to taking a two-point lead into quarter time. Fremantle capitalised on Jackson’s ruck dominance to open up a 15-point lead in the second term, but a goal to ******* Rioli in his 100-game milestone just 10 seconds before half-time reduced the gap to eight points. The rain went away in the third term, and Fremantle capitalised with four goals to nil to open up a match-winning lead. Source link #Dockers #crush #Power #star #defender #faces #AFL #ban Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Inside Trump’s “big, beautiful bill” Inside Trump’s “big, beautiful bill” Inside Trump’s “big, beautiful bill” – CBS News Watch CBS News President Donald Trump’s sweeping budget package cleared the House this week after a marathon overnight session. The “big beautiful bill” passed in a razor-thin vote, and now advances to the Senate, where it is expected to face even more challenges. Here’s what’s actually funded by the bill, and how Americans will pay for it. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On Source link #Trumps #big #beautiful #bill Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Hundreds of billionaires pledged to give away $600 billion to charity—but the Bill Gates and Warren Buffett era of philanthropy may be over Hundreds of billionaires pledged to give away $600 billion to charity—but the Bill Gates and Warren Buffett era of philanthropy may be over The era of billionaire baby boomer men leading philanthropy is over—wealthy women are taking the reins, as the likes of Bill Gates and Warren Buffett close an epoch of giving. Thanks to newly proposed tax policies, trust-based “stealth giving” and female mega-donors like MacKenzie Scott are the future of philanthropy. Bill Gates and Warren Buffett ushered in a new Gilded Era of philanthropic giving, likened in influence to the Rockefellers and Carnegies. But charity work is about to look a whole lot different as higher taxes are threatened on liberal institutions, and new methods of giving are popularized by women mega-donors. Earlier this month, Gates announced that he would be sunsetting his foundation, giving away $200 billion by 2045 and expediting his plans to shed his $100 billion personal fortune. “There’s an air of anticipation in terms of if and how people are going to follow in his footsteps,” Amir Pasic, dean of the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at Indiana University, tells Fortune. And with prolific philanthropist Warren Buffett recently announcing his planned departure from the helm of Berkshire Hathaway at the age of 94, even more change is expected. His Giving Pledge, with 240 billionaires reportedly pledging a pool of $600 billion, opened the hearts and pockets of the ulra-rich. The question arises if billionaires will pick up the torch and stay true to their promises when Buffett also inevitably parts from the pledge’s limelight. Experts agree that a shift is on the horizon—but that doesn’t mean a screeching halt to philanthropy altogether. In fact, it could open the door for a more diverse group of donors to take the lead. “We’re likely to see more women come out of the shadows,” Pasic predicts. How philanthropy will look in a new era Many billionaires have started foundations as a way to channel their philanthropic efforts, but a recent decision from the U.S. House of Representatives may upend that practice. Just this week, a budget reconciliation package was approved, which stipulated a tax of 10% on foundations with more than $5 billion in assets. “The reason this is insidious is that it’s going to really hit the big liberal foundations like Gates, Ford, and Soros,” Kathleen McCarthy, director for the center on philanthropy at CUNY, tells Fortune. “Whereas the conservative foundations are much smaller and they will pay a much lower rate.” Thousands of liberal foundations led by billionaires including Gates, Scott, George Soros, and Mark Zuckerberg could be hit hard by these tax hikes. This could entirely change how billionaires approach philanthropy. “[Billionaires] will start looking at alternative mechanisms once they realize that they’re going to be forced to sunset foundations,” McCarthy says. “That’s what’s being jeopardized right now.” But some ultra-wealthy donors are already rewriting the rules; MacKenzie Scott’s “stealth giving” practice entails anonymously giving money directly to non-profits, trusting them to handle the funds as they see fit, with no expectations. According to McCarthy, as billionaires are driven away from the foundation-based model, they are pulled towards alternative ways of giving. This includes being inspired by Scott’s inconspicuous, direct giving strategy as a way to get around the new taxes. “I think she’s a trendsetter and sort of moral ballast to the way that Gates has been,” Bella DeVaan, associate director of the charity reform initiative at the Institute for Policy Studies, tells Fortune. “I do see that being not just a trend, but shifting common sense towards trust-based philanthropy.” Scott donates through her Yield Giving foundation, which has given over $19.25 billion to date across 2,450 non-profits, and experts say billionaires could be inspired to donate directly to organizations to ease the tax hit. DeVaan also predicts that Melinda French Gates will be a pioneer of the philanthropic LLC, an alternative to traditional foundations. Experts have pulled on a common thread between who is innovating philanthropy, and how the general make-up of mega-donors is changing: women are in the spotlight. With more than 200 new billionaires minted in 2024 alone, nearly four every week, more players are entering the field and women are stepping into wealth. Women being the face of philanthropy may become the status quo. Women are becoming the new philanthropic frontrunners When tasked with naming the rising stars of philanthropy to fill the big shoes of Gates and Buffett, experts are already noticing a few frontrunners. The one person on everyone’s mind: charitable vagabond MacKenzie Scott. “This is a woman making a pretty bold statement about how she’s going to give her money away: by trusting the recipients, and not asking for any reporting back,” Pasic says. “She’s in contrast to the very technocratic way that Bill Gates has approached matters.” Experts also throw out names like Melinda French Gates, who also played a pivotal role in the Gates Foundation, and continues to be a leading voice in giving. Meanwhile, Mark Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla Chan are pouring out money to innovate human health. They also note that women have long been benevolent philanthropists, only behind the scenes; Madam C.J. Walker, an African American woman who became the first self-made female millionaire, was a major donor at the turn of the 20th century. And in 2025—when U.S. women have even more access to wealth and power than ever before—this group will only be supercharged. Not only have they come into stable, high-paying executive positions, but many women have also grown to be financially savvy as they’ve gained control over their money and careers. “You’ll see women becoming much more prominent mega donors,” McCarthy says. “They’re very comfortable handling money. They’re very comfortable doing research, and they’re looking for ways to change the system.” This story was originally featured on Fortune.com Source link #Hundreds #billionaires #pledged #give #billion #charitybut #Bill #Gates #Warren #Buffett #era #philanthropy Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Jonny Ive, new OpenAI designer, was Steve Jobs’ ‘spiritual partner’ at Apple Jonny Ive, new OpenAI designer, was Steve Jobs’ ‘spiritual partner’ at Apple OpenAI CEO Sam Altman called Jony Ive “the greatest designer in the world” on Wednesday after announcing his company’s plan to buy Ive’s artificial intelligence device startup io, in a deal worth $6.4 billion. The deal signals OpenAI’s intention to build consumer devices, likely meant to get more people using its AI services regularly. Altman and Ive have stayed mum on the specific products they’re planning to roll out, and when, but their partnership shows that OpenAI is taking a big swing: Steve Jobs once described Ive as his “spiritual partner at Apple” and a “wickedly intelligent person in all ways,” according to Walter Isaacson’s 2011 biography of the Apple co-founder. Ive, 58, served as Apple’s chief design officer until 2019 and spent nearly three decades designing some of the tech giant’s most iconic pieces of hardware, from the iMac and MacBook to the iPhone, iPod and iPad. Born in London, he joined Apple in 1992, five years before Jobs returned as CEO to the company he co-founded. Jobs quickly found a kindred spirit in Ive, later telling Isaacson that the pair typically conceived most of Apple’s new products together, before pulling in other collaborators: “[Ive] understands business concepts, marketing concepts … He gets the big picture as well as the most infinitesimal details about each product.” DON’T MISS: 8 online classes to boost your confidence and pay—30% off Memorial Day ***** When Jobs died in 2011, Ive delivered his eulogy, calling his former boss his “closest and most loyal friend.” Ive’s first collaboration with Jobs came on the colorful line of iMac personal computers released in 1998, for which the designer created striking features like a translucent plastic case and a handle on the back of the computer. Later, Ive’s focus shifted toward making products like the iPod and iPhone sleek, stylish and easy to use. Ive also led the design of the Apple Watch and Apple’s AirPod earbuds. “The difference that Jony has made, not only at Apple but in the world, is huge,” Jobs told Isaacson. When Ive left Apple in 2019 to launch his own independent design firm, LoveFrom, analysts at Deutsche Bank told CNBC that the tech company was losing “one of [its] most important people.” What could Ive design for OpenAI? Altman is tasking Ive with trying to capture some of Apple’s magic, writing in a statement that Ive “will assume deep design and creative responsibilities across OpenAI and io.” The pair first agreed to work together on building a piece of AI-powered hardware two years ago, The New York Times reported in September. It’s unclear exactly what types of products will result from the partnership. Their vision is for “a product that uses AI to create a computing experience that is less socially disruptive than the iPhone,” the Times wrote. They also want to “help wean users from screens,” and are wary of tech wearables like smart glasses, The Wall Street Journal reported on Wednesday. Altman was an investor in startup Humane’s AI pin, a small, voice-controlled device users could wear on their lapel and use for phone calls, texts and search queries. The product was released in 2023 to a poor reception, and discontinued before the company began winding down operations in February. Ive and Altman could be working on something similar to the AI pin, but slightly larger and worn around users’ necks, Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo wrote on social media platform X on Thursday. The product, which would connect with smartphones but have no display — not unlike AirPods, in that way — could begin production in 2027, Kuo predicted. In the past, Ive has said that he relishes the opportunity to design new types of devices that don’t already exist in the world. “I love working within such a relatively new product category. The opportunities are remarkable as you can be working on just one product that can instantly shatter an entire history of product types and implicated systems,” Ive told the British Council’s Design Museum in a 2005 interview. He pointed to the iPod as an example of a product that “clearly [turned] our users’ previous experience and understanding of storing and listening to music upside down.” Want to boost your confidence, income and career success? Take one (or more!) of Smarter by CNBC Make It’s expert-led online courses, which aim to teach you the critical skills you need to succeed that you didn’t learn in school. Topics include earning passive income online, mastering communication and public speaking skills, acing your job interview, and practical strategies to grow your wealth. Use coupon code MEMORIAL to purchase any course at a discount of 30% off the regular course price (plus tax). 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F1 Monaco Qualifying: Start time, how to watch, TV channel, livestream – Motorsport.com F1 Monaco Qualifying: Start time, how to watch, TV channel, livestream – Motorsport.com F1 Monaco Qualifying: Start time, how to watch, TV channel, livestream Motorsport.comEXPLAINED: What is the new two-stop rule for the Monaco Grand Prix – and how will it work? Formula 1Formula One 2025: Monaco Grand Prix qualifying updates – live The GuardianF1 Tries to Make the Monaco Grand Prix More Exciting The New York TimesCan F1’s rule change add action to the spectacle of Monaco? ESPN Source link #Monaco #Qualifying #Start #time #watch #channel #livestream #Motorsport.com Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

The Liberals promised a suite of crime measures. Here’s what they’re taking on – National The Liberals promised a suite of crime measures. Here’s what they’re taking on – National After an election which saw the Conservatives campaign heavily on crime while the Liberals promised stricter measures for offences like violent car thefts, the new ********* Liberal government has a stack of new crime policies to implement. Lisa Kerr, an associate professor at the Queen’s University law school, said the proposals are “all, generally speaking, in the direction of being tougher on crime, but in ways that are targeted to more serious offenders.” She said they will “likely still preserve discretion for Crown prosecutors and judges to respond in appropriate ways to individual cases.” The proposals include tougher bail and sentencing guidelines for some crimes, and the creation of new criminal offences involving intimidation at schools and places of worship, as well as online sexploitation. Justin Piché, a criminology professor at the University of Ottawa, said the moment reminds him of when Bill Clinton became president of the United States and put forward laws to increase the use of policing and prisons and impose steeper sentences. Story continues below advertisement “I don’t necessarily think it’s because he believed in them. I think it was because he didn’t want to get outflanked on the right on these issues and lose power and the ability to govern more broadly,” he said. He said the Liberals didn’t want crime “to be an issue for them, and that’s clear in the kinds of policies that they’re promoting.” Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre spent much of the recent federal election campaigning against what he dubbed the “hug-a-thug” criminal justice policies of the previous Liberal government. He promised to counter those policies with measures such as mandatory life sentences for multiple offences. More on Crime More videos When experts said a number of those policies would be unconstitutional, Poilievre said he would be willing to use the notwithstanding clause to make them law. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. The Liberals put forward a list of crime policies of their own, including a promise to “move aggressively” to implement stricter bail laws for a number of offences. They committed to making bail more difficult to get for those charged with car thefts involving violence or those conducted for a criminal organization, and for home invasions and some human trafficking and smuggling offences. Kerr said the move to establish a reverse onus for bail for these crimes — which moves the burden of proof from the prosecutor to the accused — is “likely a response to some of the heated rhetoric around bail that was part of the federal election.” Story continues below advertisement But she said those who make decisions in bail court “are already attentive to public safety in these cases, and we have seen ever-expanding rates of pretrial confinement in a province like Ontario for decades.” Michael Spratt, an Ottawa-based criminal defence lawyer, said people with prior records who were on bail when arrested, and those who used weapons to commit crimes, already “face an uphill battle” to get bail. “Promising to crack down or to treat those cases seriously ignores the fact that our courts already do,” he said. He gave the example of a Liberal election promise to require courts to prohibit individuals from possessing firearms or weapons if they’re charged with a violent offence or an offence involving a criminal organization. Spratt said that’s something that happens already. Trending Now In briefing to minister, RCMP warns of 488% jump in terrorism charges Carney says ‘we discussed tariffs’ in U.S. delegation meeting Spratt said the Liberals gave “some nods” to tough-on-crime approaches but described some of those measures as “largely performative.” He argued those promises are “much less damaging to our democratic institutions than the sledgehammer that the Conservatives and Pierre Poilievre wanted to use to performatively get tough on crime by undercutting and overriding Charter protections.” The Liberal party platform also promised tougher sentencing guidelines for repeat car thieves and violent and organized crimes. They promised to allow for consecutive sentencing for some cases of car theft and for serious and violent offences. Story continues below advertisement The Liberals also vowed to make it a criminal offence to intentionally obstruct access to places of worship, schools and community centres, or to intimidate or threaten individuals at those locations. It’s an issue the Conservatives have used to attack the Liberals repeatedly. The Liberals were accused by some Jewish organizations of not doing enough to protect Jewish communities from acts of violence and hate. Carney also promised to make distribution of non-consensual ******* deepfakes a criminal offence and to introduce a bill to protect children from online sexploitation and extortion. Kerr said the proposal on deepfakes is “just a sensible response to changing technology.” Spratt called it an example of “positive criminal justice reform that’s really necessary to keep up with modern times.” The measures will be in the hands of new Justice Minister Sean Fraser. It’s not clear which of the promised policies will be government priorities — Carney has released a single mandate letter for all of his ministers and it does not mention the justice policies. Carney did give a nod to the importance of crime issues to his government by naming Ruby Sahota to the new post of secretary of state for combating crime. Spratt dismissed the move, using the baseball term “eyewash.” Story continues below advertisement “It is the performative act of getting your uniform dirty to make it look like you are trying really hard,” he said. &copy 2025 The ********* Press Source link #Liberals #promised #suite #crime #measures #Heres #theyre #National Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

ANALYSIS: Walyalup (Fremantle) Dockers star Luke Jackson stole the show over Yartapuulti (Port Adelaide) ANALYSIS: Walyalup (Fremantle) Dockers star Luke Jackson stole the show over Yartapuulti (Port Adelaide) Fremantle star Luke Jackson has just made his coach’s job a little tougher and easier at the same time after stealing the show yet again over Port Adelaide on Saturday night. Source link #ANALYSIS #Walyalup #Fremantle #Dockers #star #Luke #Jackson #stole #show #Yartapuulti #Port #Adelaide Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Trump charges $1 million a pop for club memberships Trump charges $1 million a pop for club memberships Thursday night, Trump held a private dinner at his Golf club in Northern Virginia for 220 crypto investors who bought into his meme coin. In total, guests spent more than $394 million on the cryptocurrency. The White House has claimed there is no conflict of interest here, but ethics experts Democrats are not so sure. Source link #Trump #charges #million #pop #club #memberships Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Nvidia to launch cheaper Blackwell AI chip for China Reuters says Nvidia to launch cheaper Blackwell AI chip for China Reuters says Jakub Porzycki | Nurphoto | Getty Images Nvidia will launch a new artificial intelligence chipset for China at a significantly lower price than its recently restricted H20 model and plans to start mass production as early as June, sources familiar with the matter said. The GPU or graphics processing unit will be part of Nvidia’s latest generation Blackwell-architecture AI processors and is expected to be priced between $6,500 and $8,000, well below the $10,000-$12,000 the H20 sold for, according to two of the sources. The lower price reflects its weaker specifications and simpler manufacturing requirements. It will be based on Nvidia’s RTX Pro 6000D, a server-class graphics processor and will use conventional GDDR7 memory instead of more advanced high bandwidth memory, the two sources said. They added it would not use Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing’s 2330.TW advanced Chip-on-Wafer-on-Substrate (CoWoS) packaging technology. The new chip’s price, specifications and production timing have not previously been reported. The three sources Reuters spoke to for this article declined to be identified as they were not authorized to speak to media. An Nvidia spokesperson said the company was still evaluating its “limited” options. “Until we settle on a new product design and receive approval from the U.S. government, we are effectively foreclosed from China’s $50 billion data center market.” TSMC declined to comment. Market share plunge China remains a huge market for Nvidia, accounting for 13% of its sales in the past financial year. It’s the third time that Nvidia has had to tailor a GPU for the world’s second-largest economy after restrictions from U.S. authorities who are keen to stymie ******** technological development. After the U.S. effectively banned the H20 in April, Nvidia initially considered developing a downgraded version of the H20 for China, sources have said, but that plan didn’t work out. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said last week the company’s older Hopper architecture — which the H20 uses — can no longer accommodate further modifications under current U.S. export restrictions. Reuters was unable to determine the product’s final name. ******** brokerage GF Securities said in a note published on Tuesday that the new GPU would likely be called the 6000D or the B40, though it did not disclose pricing or cite sources for the information. According to two of the sources, Nvidia is also developing another Blackwell-architecture chip for China that is set to begin production as early as September. Reuters was not immediately able to confirm specifications of that variant. Nvidia’s market share in China has plummeted from 95% before 2022, when U.S. export curbs that impacted its products began, to 50% currently, Huang told reporters in Taipei this week. Its main competitor is Huawei HWT.UL which produces the Ascend 910B chip. Huang also warned that if U.S. export curbs continue, more ******** customers will buy Huawei’s chips. The H20 ban forced Nvidia to write off $5.5 billion in inventory and Huang told the Stratechery podcast on Monday that the company also had to walk away from $15 billion in sales. The latest export restrictions introduced new limits on GPU memory bandwidth — a crucial metric measuring data transmission speeds between the main processor and memory chips. This capability is particularly important for AI workloads that require extensive data processing. Investment bank Jefferies estimates that the new regulations cap memory bandwidth at 1.7-1.8 terabytes per second. That compares with the 4 terabytes per second that the H20 is capable of. GF Securities forecast the new GPU will achieve approximately 1.7 terabytes per second using GDDR7 memory technology, just within the export control limits. Source link #Nvidia #launch #cheaper #Blackwell #chip #China #Reuters Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]