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Ohio Vs. Fordham: How To Watch Live Stream, TV Channel, NCAA Football Start Time – CBS Sports https://collincountynewsonline.com/ohio-vs-fordham-how-to-watch-live-stream-tv-channel-ncaa-football-start-time-cbs-sports/ Who’s Playing Fordham @ Ohio Current Records: Fordham 3-0; Ohio 1-2 What to Know Considering their sizeable disadvantage in the spread, the Fordham Rams can expect to have a real challenge on their hands Saturday. They will square off against the Ohio Bobcats on the road at 2 p.m. ET at Frank Solich Field at Peden Stadium. The Rams know how to get points on the board — the team has finished with flashy point totals in its past three matchups — so hopefully Ohio likes a good challenge. It was a close one, but last week Fordham sidestepped the Albany Great Danes for a 48-45 win. Yes, you read that final score correctly. And yes, they were playing football. Meanwhile, the afternoon started off rough for Ohio last week, and it ended that way, too. They suffered a grim 43-10 defeat to the Iowa State Cyclones. Ohio was in a tough position by the half, with the score already sitting at 30-3. QB Kurtis Rourke had a memorable game, but not in the way you want to be remembered: despite one touchdown, he threw two interceptions and fumbled the ball once with only 194 yards passing. Fordham’s victory lifted them to 3-0 while Ohio’s defeat dropped them down to 1-2. Giving up four turnovers, Ohio had had trouble holding onto the ball. We’ll see if the Rams can exploit that vulnerability. How To Watch When: Saturday at 2 p.m. ET Where: Frank Solich Field at Peden Stadium — Athens, Ohio TV: ESPN Plus Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.) Follow: CBS Sports App Ticket Cost: $36.30 Odds The Bobcats are a big 16.5-point favorite against the Rams, according to the latest college football odds. The oddsmakers were right in line with the betting community on this one, as the game opened as a 16.5-point spread, and stayed right there. Over/Under: -111 See college football picks for every single game, including this one, from SportsLine’s advanced computer model. Get picks now. Series History This is the first time these teams have played each other within the last seven years.

GDCC Blockchain Announces Launch Of Its Metaverse GDC World And Pre Sale Of Bliss Token – Digital Journal https://collincountynewsonline.com/gdcc-blockchain-announces-launch-of-its-metaverse-gdc-world-and-pre-sale-of-bliss-token-digital-journal/ London, UK, 24th September 2022, ZEXPRWIRE, The most awaited metaverse is here, GDCC Blockchain-backed Global Digital City metaverse is live now. Global Digital City was launched on 22 Sept 2022 at a YouTube event online. GDC world is the first community-owned virtual world. It consists of over 1 Lacs plots of LAND. The plot comes with its own built-in website, a game, and a social network, Potential features that Global Digital City has planned for this platform such as A unique way of socializing and interacting with other players, A built-in game that you can play at any time or even offline, A networked community where you can interact with other players from all over the world and A place where you can buy land plots and build your dream home. The Global Digital City Project is an effort to develop a decentralized, virtual community where all members have an equal voice in the direction of their virtual community. Once the city is built, members will be able to create and build upon their own unique vision of the city. The project envisions a platform where all members can interact, gather, discuss and learn about each other’s visions, goals, and ideas. Copies of the City will be able to tokenize, with the potential to generate recurring income through strategic investment and mining. The platform will include both centralized and decentralized features, making it possible to build a fully-functional city from the start to finish. GLOBAL DIGITAL CITY Global Digital City prides itself as the first community-owned virtual world. It consists of over 1 Lacs plots of LAND, which are unique NFTs built on the Global Digital Cluster Coin (GDCC) blockchain. Global Digital City has many types of LAND, including different kinds of individual parcels, ESTATES consisting of many plots, districts, a collection of parcels with similar themes, and plazas, which are untradable parcels that serve as hubs owned by the community. These parcels of LAND can be purchased and sold on the Global Digital City marketplace, as well as wearables and names for in-game avatars. BLISS TOKEN Bliss is an GDCC-20 token that can be used to transact within the Global Digital City ecosystem with almost zero gas fees. BLISS token will serve functions like Staking, Advertising, Digital Collectibles and Social Groups. These functions will create a seamless and scalable experience for the creators and users of the platform. The Bliss Token pre-sale is now live. The 1st and 2nd rounds are over. Currently, Round 3 is ongoing and will end on 30th September 2022, at a price of 0.10 $. There will be a Round 4 starting on 1st October and ending on 31st October 2022 with a Buying Price of 0.20$. Round 5 will begin on November 1st, 2022, ending on February 14th, 2023, at a $0.40 Buying Price. It will be listed on centralised and decentralised exchanges starting 1st March 2023 to 1st April 2023, with a listing price of 2$. GDCC ECOSYSTEM GDCC Blockchain is growing day by day currently GDCC has 150 + projects that are live on our blockchain. As of now, GDCC blockchain have half a million holders and before the end of 2022 GDCC blockchain will be crossing 2 million+ holders. GDCC Ecosystem that are live: Testnet Platform for Muzella and Hopium: First time GDCC Blockchain are giving an opportunity to our user to come and create liquidity on Testnet and even swap the tokens and learn how to use decentralized exchange beside this GDCC is also giving the same platform for muzella where users can test their Nft’s. Hopium Dex : After creating the smart contract user can easily create the liquidity on dex and start the token trading instantly. User can add liquidity to different pools and enjoy the benefits of earning fees from the transaction. Muzella Studio – Nft’s Buy and Sell Platform : In muzella Users can buy and sell Nft’s in the form of art, music, utility, sports, cards, collectibles and so on. GDCC do have a criteria where user can set the royalty fee at the time of creating the Nft’s from this they will be getting the passive income every time at the time of buy and sell of their Nft’s. Cross Chain Platform – GDCC, BNB & ETHEREUM : User can move our GDCC coins and tokens to different chains in the form of wrapped coins and tokens. Currently GDCC is supporting Bnb, Ethereum and in coming future GDCC will be adding more chains into that. GUSD – Pegged Stable Coin : Same as USDT. GDCC have launched our own stable coin for our ecosystem it is 100 % pegged and backed up with the USD in the form of USDT, USDC$ BUSD. Metaverse – Global Digital City : As we all know these days metaverse is so much trending in the market so keeping in mind GDCC have also launched our Global Digital City as a metaverse projects Bliss Token – Bliss is an GDCC-20 token that can be used to transact within the Global Digital City ecosystem with almost zero gas fees. Upcoming projects At least 5 more metaverse coming on GDCC Blockchain two already started working. Virtual Bay city and other one is Ocean Land Business. More play-to-earn games coming including like casino sports book, slots games and more. To participate in Bliss Token Pre-sale visit : www.blisstoken.io Visit Global Digital City Metaverse : Gdc.world

Apple IPhone 14 Pro Max Review: As Good As A Pro IPhone Can Get For Another Year – XDA Developers https://collincountynewsonline.com/apple-iphone-14-pro-max-review-as-good-as-a-pro-iphone-can-get-for-another-year-xda-developers/ Apple has been launching “Pro” iPhones since 2019’s iPhone 11 series, but it wasn’t until this year’s iPhone 14 Pro phones did it really put meaningful separation between the Pro and non-Pro iPhones. Some of this separation is due to true innovation: the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max introduce a whole new user interface that has generated discourse through the tech industry over the past couple of weeks, and will very likely inspire sweeping changes to Android phones’ UI in the near future. The Pro iPhones also introduce the most pixel-dense camera ever to an iPhone, one that opens up a new optical zoom length and raises the ceiling for what professionals can do in terms of photo editing. The other separation factor, however, is due to cut-throat business tactics: Apple decided to recycle last year’s silicon for the standard iPhone 14 devices, so only the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max get the new A16 Bionic chip. These decisions should make the Pro iPhones more popular than in previous years, and the good thing for consumers is, Apple has mostly delivered on the hype. I’ve been using the iPhone 14 Pro Max for eight days, and this is easily the best iPhone Apple has released in a while, and the one most deserving of the “Pro” moniker. The big question for me, however, is if it improves enough to sway me from my preference for Android and foldable phones. By the way: other than screen and battery sizes, both the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max are identical. So even though I have only tested the 14 Pro Max, most of this review applies to the smaller iPhone 14 Pro too. Navigate this review: Price and Availability Specifications Design and Hardware Display The literal “always on” display Silicon: A16 Bionic The SIM tray (or lack thereof) Software Dynamic Island Cameras What’s new with the cameras? Three lenses, four focal lengths How much better are the iPhone 14 Pro Max cameras compared to the iPhone 13 Pro Max cameras? Shooting in ProRAW Portraits Action Mode and stabilization Selfies Camera Conclusion Performance, Battery Life, and Charging Is the iPhone 14 Pro Max the right smartphone for you? Apple iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max: Price and Availability The iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max, along with the standard iPhone 14, are available now at Apple Stores and retailers around the world. Pricing is below, but there are always deals to be found from various retailers. iPhone 14 Pro Max starts at $1,099 for 128GB storage and up to $1,599 for 1TB storage iPhone 14 Pro starts at $999 for 128GB storage and up to $1,499 for 1TB storage iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max: Specifications iPhone 14 Pro iPhone 14 Pro Max Processor A16 Bionic chip A16 Bionic chip Body 147.5 x 71.5 x 7.85 mm 206 g 160.7 x 77.6 x 7.85 mm 240 g Display 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display 2556‑by‑1179-pixel resolution at 460 ppi Support for HDR, ProMotion technology (120Hz), True Tone technology, Always-On Display, Dynamic Island, and 2,000 nits max brightness. 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR display 2796‑by‑1290-pixel resolution at 460 ppi Support for HDR, ProMotion technology (120Hz), True Tone technology, Always-On Display, Dynamic Island, and 2,000 nits max brightness. Cameras Pro rear camera system: Main: 48MP, ƒ/1.78 Ultra Wide: 12MP, ƒ/2.2 Telephoto: 12MP, ƒ/1.78 TrueDepth front camera: 12MP, ƒ/1.9 Pro rear camera system: Main: 48MP, ƒ/1.78 Ultra Wide: 12MP, ƒ/2.2 Telephoto: 12MP, ƒ/1.78 TrueDepth front camera: 12MP, ƒ/1.9 Memory 128GB 256GB 512GB 1TB 128GB 256GB 512GB 1TB Battery Up to 75 hours of audio playback Up to 95 hours of audio playback Connectivity 5G Wi-Fi 6 Bluetooth 5.3 5G Wi-Fi 6 Bluetooth 5.3 Resistance IP68 IP68 Security Face ID Face ID OS iOS 16 iOS 16 Colors Space Black Silver Gold Deep Purple Space Black Silver Gold Deep Purple Material Glass back Stainless steel frame Glass back Stainless steel frame Price Starts at $999 Starts at $1,099 About this review: Apple provided me with an iPhone 14 Pro Max to test. The company did not have any input in this article. Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max: Design and Hardware Virtually same size, construction, and in-hand feel as iPhone 13 Pro Max The brightest screen in the industry — perfectly usable even under the harshest sunlight Even though the iPhone 14 Pro Max brings several significant hardware improvements over the iPhone 13 Pro Max, the new phone looks and feels remarkably similar to the last generation. Overall dimensions are virtually identical save for a few millimeters and grams, and the same “Ceramic Shield” (reinforced glass) and stainless steel sides wrap around the new model. All the buttons and the alert slider are in the same spots as before. In other words, if you’ve held or seen up close an iPhone 13 Pro Max (heck, even an iPhone 12 Pro Max), the 14 Pro Max will feel very familiar. At 240g and measuring 77.6mm (a bit over three inches) wide, this is objectively a big phone, and because of the hard flat sides, it’s even more unwieldy to hold than, say, a Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra. If you are considering the 14 Pro Max but have not held the 12 or 13 Pro Max before, I’d recommend checking the device out in stores to decide if you can handle the bulk. If not, the standard iPhone 14 Pro is more manageable with a weight of 206g and 71.5mm (roughly 2.8-inches) wide. Do note the flat sides with sharp corners will dig into you palm, so I’d recommend using this phone with a good case. The biggest visual change, of course, is the much-discussed pill-shaped cutout, which replaces the notch as a means to house Apple’s TrueDepth camera system. By now almost everyone reading this would know Apple has designed an interactive UI named “Dynamic Island” that gives off the illusion that the cutout can change shapes and sizes. Dynamic Island is more of a software feature, so I’ll discuss this in the appropriate section further down. Display The 6.7-inch OLED display is noticeably brighter this year, with the ability to get up to 2,000 nits in brightness. This is the brightest display in any smartphone yet, and it’s so bright that when you’re using it indoors, you probably won’t need to go above 25% brightness. For most of these product shots, I actually had to lower screen brightness to 10-15% just to ensure the screen wouldn’t appear blown out (too bright) in photos. This is the brightest display in any smartphone yet The switch from the notch to the island cutout means the interruption in the screen is different from before. Some people, like my colleague Karthik, argue having a floating island that actually sits further down the screen than the notch is more distracting than before. I don’t disagree with him, but for some reason, I think a separated island cutout feels cleaner than a notch that connects to the top bezel. The literal “always on” display The iPhone 13 Pro phones had already made the switch to an LTPO panel which means the refresh rate can dynamically adjust itself to conserve energy. But Apple says this year’s Pro screens got even better at conserving energy, which allowed the company to finally introduce an Always-On Display (AOD). On Android, the AOD (first introduced to modern Android phones in 2016’s LG G6 and Samsung Galaxy S7) is almost always a black screen with text for time, notification icons, and maybe a bit more information like the next event on your calendar. Oppo’s ColorOS 13 has added some flair to the AOD by giving it a more colorful layout with full music player controls, but fundamentally, it’s still a minimal black screen with only bits of crucial information on display. Apple’s take on this? It is to take the “Always-On” part literally: your entire lockscreen just dims a bit when the phone is locked and not in use. You can still clearly see the wallpaper and whatever widgets you’ve chosen for the lockscreen. That Apple can do this without negatively impacting the iPhone 14 Pro phone’s battery is an impressive technical feat — it’s not just that the LTPO panel can get as low as 1Hz — plenty of Android phone screens can do this too — it’s also that Apple has dedicated a small part of its A16 Bionic processor to controlling the AOD. Apple even has built-in smart features that will automatically turn off the screen entirely if the iPhone owner is wearing an Apple Watch and has left the room in which the iPhone rests. However technically impressive it is, I am not a fan of the AOD being this always on. To have the wallpaper visible, and even album cover art if you last had Spotify or Apple Music opened is a bit distracting for me. For example, if I’m watching a movie in a dark room and my phone is face up, I would still be able to see my wallpaper and widgets in my peripheral vision. The photo below? That’s the AOD at work — the phone was locked when the photo was snapped. This is also an Always-On Display on a sleeping iPhone 14 Pro Max. Silicon: A16 Bionic The iPhone 14 Pro Max runs on the Apple A16 Bionic, it’s a 4nm, six-core SoC with 16 billion transistors (1 billion more than the A15 Bionic), and it is simply the most powerful chip in mobile, beating anything in Android, including the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1. The A16 Bionic consists of two performance cores and four efficiency cores, with a five-core GPU and a 16-core Neural Engine. Perhaps more importantly, Apple increased the GPU’s memory bandwidth by 50%, which helps the new ISP (image signal processor). What does this all mean in real-world usage? To be honest, for most normal smartphone users, it does not mean all that much. We are at a point where mobile silicon has gotten more than powerful enough for most people. If you’re like most people whose smartphone u...

Merchant Crypto Payments: Clever Marketing Or Signs Of Real Adoption? – Cryptonews https://collincountynewsonline.com/merchant-crypto-payments-clever-marketing-or-signs-of-real-adoption-cryptonews/ Source: AdobeStock / ra2 studio Andrey Diyakonov is the Chief Commercial Officer at Choise.com, a MetaFi (CeFi/DeFi) ecosystem based on Crypterium CeFi solutions and Charism DeFi protocol. __________ Earlier this year, all the news about digital assets was about the ongoing crypto winter, the bankruptcy of lenders and other projects, and major black swan events like Axie Infinity‘s Ronin bridge hack or the collapse of Terra’s UST algorithmic stablecoin. Surprisingly, a significant change could be observed in recent months. Despite the fact that cryptocurrency prices remain near the current market bottom, there has been quite some positive media coverage about the industry lately. The reason for the latter is rather straightforward. In the last few months, a surging number of prominent businesses and government entities have started adopting digital assets for payments. Accelerating business and state crypto adoption In August, while Gucci expanded its list of supported digital assets with ApeCoin and the luxury resort chain Soneva started accepting major coins at its premises in the Maldives and Thailand, Oxford City has become the first non-league football club to integrate crypto for matchday payments. Moreover, businesses have expanded crypto payment coverage in Australia and Argentina. Сitizens of the latter can now utilize a prepaid card brought about through a partnership between Binance and MasterCard to settle transactions at merchants via cryptocurrencies. Meanwhile, Aussies can now purchase fuel and other merchandise with their digital assets at On The Run‘s 175 premises. At the same time, states are also increasingly realizing crypto payments’ potential use cases and benefits. Of course, central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) continue playing a major role in governments’ cryptocurrency adoption, especially if we consider how close China is to launching its digital yuan (e-CNY). While visitors and residents can leverage e-CNY to buy subway tickets in Ningbo and Beijing, bus fares can be covered with the state-issued digital asset in Guangzhou. Clever marketing or real signs of crypto adoption? Large brands like Gucci, Balenciaga, and Tag Heuer joining the ranks of companies like Microsoft, PlayStation, AT&T, and Subway to accept crypto is definitely good news for the industry. However, before we imagine bitcoin (BTC) and other major cryptocurrencies “going to the moon”, we should discuss whether this is a signal of real-world, no-fooling around adoption or just a marketing plot by brands. Fortunately, the prior statement seems to hold the truth. Whether they like it or not, big firms are adopting cryptocurrency for payments to fulfill consumers’ surging demand. In Gucci’s case, the luxury brand likely decided to integrate ApeCoin due to its customers’ strong interest in the non-fungible tokens (NFTs) of the popular Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) project, where top celebrities like Eminem and Snoop Dogg are actively involved. Furthermore, with an estimated 320 million crypto users worldwide, many consumers have realized the benefits of crypto payments. Compared to conventional forms of payment, digital assets are cheaper and faster to transfer due to the lack of intermediaries in the transactions. At the same time, while users have direct ownership over their funds (provided they weren’t goofing around with their private keys) with non-custodial wallets, they don’t have to use a bank account, a credit card, or other services of financial institutions to settle their payments. For businesses, the advantages of crypto payments are even more obvious. Compared to traditional providers that typically charge between 1.5% and 3.5% for processing credit card transactions, a recent report revealed that it only costs enterprises approximately 1% to accept digital assets with a capable processor. The savings in fees and the speed of transactions provide an excellent opportunity for merchants to reduce their bottom line. Furthermore, while they can target crypto-native prospects more efficiently, they face significantly fewer risks of unfriendly behavior, viz. fraudulent chargebacks, with digital assets-powered transactions. Who will take the lead in crypto adoption? In the coming months, I expect more luxury brands, especially those actively involved in the NFT and metaverse sectors, to follow in Gucci’s footsteps and adopt crypto payments. Also, as demand among merchants grows, it will likely give one more reason for payment giants like MasterCard, Visa, and PayPal to introduce new or expand their existing digital asset offerings to fulfill enterprise demand. At the same time, as the upcoming metaverses of tech firms like Meta and Microsoft are getting one step closer to their launch, we might witness an acceleration of crypto adoption in this field as well, where said assets might be utilized as a means of payment in virtual worlds. Now, how and whether – if at all – future-proven and regulation-resistant will those new efforts be, remains to be seen. Meta still hasn’t fully recovered from the Libra blowback. How decentralized and peer-to-peer (P2P) those infrastructures are is yet another point of uncertainty. Next year, we may also see some new government initiatives that aim to leverage the benefits of crypto payments in a similar way, spanning across the continents, from Iran through African states to Argentina’s Mendoza province. However, I believe all those efforts will be slowed down by the focus that might be diverted to CBDC development. For that reason, I expect businesses to take the lead in crypto payments adoption for the next few months – or at least until China completes the nationwide launch of the digital yuan, opening up the way to millions of new crypto users. ____

U.S. Rep. Mayra Flores Says She Fired Aide After Sexual Harassment Allegations – The Texas Tribune https://collincountynewsonline.com/u-s-rep-mayra-flores-says-she-fired-aide-after-sexual-harassment-allegations-the-texas-tribune/ Sign up for The Brief, our daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas news. U.S. Rep. Mayra Flores, R-Los Indios, said Saturday that she fired a former staffer after he was accused of sexual harassment, though her campaign previously said he had resigned. Aron Peña, who served as district director for the newest Texas Republican in Congress, left the campaign after far-right website Current Revolt and Texas Public Radio reported on sexual harassment allegations against him spanning decades. The Texas Tribune also reported earlier this month that the Texas Republican Party had investigated Peña over sexual harassment allegations and that he was accused of touching and kissing an intern without her consent. Peña dismissed the allegations as politically motivated, but Flores’ campaign called the accusations “serious and not a reflection of our values” in response to the Tribune’s reporting. In response to a question Saturday at The Texas Tribune Festival on workplace sexual harassment in politics, Flores said Peña had been fired. “First thing we were made notified, he was gone,” Flores said. “We will not tolerate any of that behavior.” Flores spokesperson Daniel Bucheli previously told the Tribune in a statement, “We addressed the allegations as soon as we were made aware, and Mr. Peña resigned.” Peña did not immediately respond to a request for comment on Flores’ Saturday remarks. Speaking of sexual harassers, Flores said, “We fire them. My opponent hires them” — an apparent dig at U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez, Flores’ opponent in her competitive race for the 34th Congressional Sistrict. Gonzalez came under fire after his campaign paid for advertising on a Texas political blog that employed racist and sexist language to describe Flores. Gonzalez denied knowing about the blog content at the time and vowed not to give it any more campaign money. Flores has since insisted that Gonzalez hired the blogger to sexually harass her with racist tropes. Flores was speaking at a panel with U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-San Antonio, and Texas Monthly editor Jack Herrera on Republican gains in the traditionally Democratic stronghold of South Texas. National Republicans are zeroing in on the region as rich fodder for new GOP seats, tapping into the area’s economic concerns, conservative social values and proximity to the border. Disclosure: Texas Monthly has been a financial supporter of The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan news organization that is funded in part by donations from members, foundations and corporate sponsors. Financial supporters play no role in the Tribune’s journalism. Find a complete list of them here. The Texas Tribune Festival is here! Happening Sept. 22-24 in downtown Austin, this year’s TribFest features more than 25 virtual conversations with guests like Eric Adams, Pete Souza, Jason Kander and many others. After they air for ticket holders, anyone can watch these events at the Tribune’s Festival news page. Catch up on the latest news and free sessions from TribFest.

Reason For Closed Tiny Council Meetings: Technology – MidlandToday https://collincountynewsonline.com/reason-for-closed-tiny-council-meetings-technology-midlandtoday/ Livestreaming component of township hardware busted during CIVUD, difficult replacement part for hybrid meetings the reason for delay in re-opening to public, says staff What was interesting was that Mayor George Cornell was ill, attending the virtual committee of the whole meeting through a remote hybrid process from his own home, when he brought up the discussion. At the recent meeting, Tiny council heard from staff as to why the council chambers hadn’t been open to the public since the COVID-19 pandemic had changed the way municipalities handled in-person meetings. “The technical issues are stemming from a part that we ordered,” said director of finance/treasurer Haley Leblond. “It’s a motherboard that allows the system in the council chambers to have electronic participation, as well as in-council participation, without the need for extra laptops, without the need for your headsets, people can go up and do deputations to council at the podium. This specific part is very hard to get due to COVID and its coming from China,” she added citing delivery issues. Without disclosing the cost of the component, staff merely stated that it was expensive to replace. A hybrid workaround was discussed, but Leblond advised that the training period for the public to use chamber equipment for deputations as an example, along with the requirement for technology like laptops and headphones, as well as the cleaning procedures between public usage also consisted of the challenge. Cornell followed up by asking if there could be a return to the normality of pre-pandemic meetings that were live-streamed. “My understanding of part of the challenge,” replied CAO Robert Lamb, “is the motherboard that went down on us is the part that allows it to be live-streamed. “That is a part that, as they were doing updates and changes to our system a year ago, just stopped working.” Lamb also explained that while on back order, the company had stated the component would arrive shortly only to delay it further in a repeating manner. “At the moment we do not have the ability to live-stream other than the way we are currently doing it.” Lamb noted that the vendor had not provided an estimated time of arrival for the ordered part, and exploration for different solutions could potentially double what was originally anticipated. “There will be a budget implication – hopefully not one that is above the lame duck threshold that we’ll also have to take into consideration – because we did not budget for this type of technology above and beyond the repair that’s currently in the budget,” said Lamb. Coun. Cindy Hastings asked if there was any similar equipment that could be temporarily rented in the interim, giving a small chuckle as if the response would be a similar technological deficiency. However, Leblond appeared genuinely surprised by the question and gave it some thought. “That option, I have not explored,” admitted Leblond. “That’s a great question. I’ll certainly ask the vendor; I would have thought they would have offered that solution if there was one to be offered.” Coun. Gibb Wishart, while sympathetic to in-person attendance, urged safety over all other aspects. His remarks prompted Deputy Mayor Walma to ask clerk Sue Walton if livestreaming could be removed from the chamber process, similar to pre-pandemic meetings. Walton noted that the formal record of council and committees was through recorded minutes, but said she would need time to consider the policies on livestreaming; Walma pulled back stating that the trade off from livestreaming would be public access to the meetings. CAO Lamb offered to extend the conversation to the next committee of the whole to get a full update. With the municipal term coming to a close and many committees only having roughly one meeting remaining before next month’s election, council additionally approved giving the various committees the option to return to an in-person meeting at their discretion as a gesture for those wanting to see each other face-to-face possibly for one last time. Archives of council meetings are available to view on Tiny Township’s YouTube channel.

Notes On The State Of The Primaries: Sept. 21, 2022 – Sabato’s Crystal Ball – UVA | Center For Politics https://collincountynewsonline.com/notes-on-the-state-of-the-primaries-sept-21-2022-sabatos-crystal-ball-uva-center-for-politics/ Dear Readers: Please join us, virtually, for a couple of special Center for Politics events this week. Today (Wednesday, Sept. 21) from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., former U.S. Sen. Russ Feingold (D-WI) and Peter Prindiville, a non-resident fellow at the Stanford Constitutional Law Center, will discuss their new book, The Constitution in Jeopardy: An Unprecedented Effort to Rewrite Our Fundamental Law and What We Can Do About It. The discussion will be streamed here. On Friday, Sept. 23 from noon to 1:30 p.m., the Center for Politics will honor the service of U.S. Capitol Police Officers and D.C. Metropolitan Police Officers who defended the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021 with the presentation of the Center’s first annual “Defender of Democracy” awards. This year’s inaugural award recipients will be Private First Class Harry A. Dunn, Officer Caroline Edwards, Officer Michael Fanone, Sergeant Aquilino Gonell, Officer Eugene Goodman, Officer Daniel Hodges, Officer Howard Liebengood (posthumously), Officer Jeffrey Smith (posthumously), and Private First Class Brian Sicknick (posthumously). Following the ceremony, the officers and widows of the fallen officers will participate in a special panel discussion about the events of Jan. 6, 2021. The ceremony and discussion will be streamed here. With the 2022 primary season essentially over, Crystal Ball Associate Editor J. Miles Coleman explores this cycle’s primary losses in this issue. — The Editors Senate and governor We’ll start our survey of the 2022 primary losses with a brief look at the Senate and gubernatorial races. Why will this just be a brief look? Well, with one potential exception, all incumbent senators and governors who are running for reelection this cycle have made it past the primary stage of the election. The one potential exception (and it is not an especially likely one) is Louisiana’s Republican Sen. John Kennedy. Louisiana conducts its all-party jungle primary when other states are holding their general election. If Kennedy doesn’t win outright in November, he’d go into a December runoff as a heavy favorite. Though there was something of a protest vote against some members — particularly on the GOP side, where established senators like John Boozman (R-AR), Chuck Grassley (R-IA), and John Thune (R-SD) each won their primaries with less than 75% — none of the partisan Senate primaries that featured incumbents were especially close. We say partisan primaries because in Alaska, moderate Republican Sen. Lisa Murkowski finished just over 6 points ahead of her Donald Trump-backed opponent, Kelly Tshibaka (R), in last month’s “tundra primary.” The ranked-choice general election will be in November, but for our purposes, Murkowski has at least made it through the primary season. In any case, the calm on the GOP side represented a change from 2014, which was the most recent cycle where the Senate flipped to Republicans — something that could happen again this year. That year, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) saw several of his veteran members struggle: Sens. Pat Roberts (R-KS), Thad Cochran (R-MS), and Lamar Alexander (R-TN) all won their primaries by single-digit margins over Tea Party-aligned insurgents (McConnell, among others, had a real primary, too, although he won by a more decisive margin). While some GOP candidates for open or Democratic-held seats may be giving national Republicans headaches this cycle, Republican incumbents at least seem to be in good standing with their states’ primary electorates. Late last year, as we looked forward to the 2022 gubernatorial contests, we wrote that while some Democratic incumbents may face challenging general elections, the primary phase of the election presented more potential pitfalls for Republican governors. While the first part of that analysis still holds true — there are 7 Democratic governors who are in races that we rate as either Toss-up or Leans Democratic — GOP incumbents, on the whole, did surprisingly well in primaries. Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp (R), rather impressively, beat back a challenge from former Sen. David Perdue, Trump’s choice, with over 70% of the vote. In Idaho, Gov. Brad Little (R) faced 7 opponents, the most prominent of whom was his far-right (and Trump-endorsed) lieutenant governor, Janice McGeachin. Little won with 53% to McGeachin’s 32%, carrying everything but a few panhandle counties. Now, we’ll move on to the House. In 2020, we noted that that cycle had seen more turnover than usual for a cycle that didn’t immediately follow redistricting. That dynamic has essentially carried over to 2022, which obviously is a year where redistricting affected things. Assuming there are no losing incumbents in Louisiana, 15 members will have lost primaries this year — that is the most since the 1992 cycle, which was another redistricting year. The pro-impeachment Republicans One of the most sure-fire ways to lose a primary this cycle was to be a Republican who supported impeaching Trump. Of the 10 Republicans who supported the post-Jan. 6. impeachment of the former president, 6 ran for reelection, and only Reps. David Valadao (R, CA-22) and Dan Newhouse (R, WA-4) have made it past primary season — Valadao may still lose the general election, as he is running in a Biden +13 seat, while Newhouse, who faces a Democrat in a red seat, is a heavy favorite. In June, Rep. Tom Rice (R, SC-7) was the first pro-impeachment Republican lose a primary. His district, centering on retiree-heavy Horry County, was Trump’s best South Carolina district back in the 2016 primary. In a result that set the tone for the rest of the primary season, state Rep. Russell Fry beat Rice outright, 51%-25%. At least one of the primaries in which a pro-impeachment Republican lost had clear general election implications. Going into the Michigan primary, we rated MI-3 as a Toss-up — had Rep. Peter Meijer been renominated, we would have, at least, kept it there. But a few weeks ago, we moved this Biden +9 seat into the Leans Democratic category. Democrats have a heralded nominee there, and the Republican nominee, John Gibbs, may be too far-right for the area. Similarly, Republicans in southwestern Washington went with a more unproven candidate: in the all-party primary, retired Green Beret Joe Kent finished slightly ahead of 6-term Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler. Democrat Marie Perez placed first and will face Kent in November. We are keeping this Trump +4 seat at Likely Republican. Rep. Liz Cheney (R, WY-AL) was easily the most vocally anti-Trump Republican member running for reelection. In her primary, Cheney carried only the Democratic-leaning areas in Wyoming — which, given the state’s dark red hue, is to say that she lost in a landslide. Member vs. member races Because of reapportionment, election cycles ending “2” often see the highest turnover in primaries — as districts are added or subtracted from a state, incumbents can end up fighting for the same turf. This cycle, there were 6 contests that ensued from those situations. On the Republican side, West Virginia Rep. David McKinley and Illinois Rep. Rodney Davis were both mainstream members of the GOP conference who lost to Trump-backed members in solid red seats. Though McKinley represented more of the newly-created district (it is essentially the northern half of West Virginia) he carried his homebase of Wheeling and not much else. Rep. Alex Mooney, the winner of that race, has been mentioned as a potential 2024 Senate candidate, so WV-2 may see another contested primary then. In downstate Illinois, Rep. Mary Miller defeated Davis by 15 points. On an interesting geographical note, Miller’s best margins came in part of the district that was new to her (that area is known as the “Forgottonia” region of the state). As with the Republican member-vs-member situations, none of the comparable Democratic primaries were especially close. In Georgia, Republicans made 2-term Rep. Lucy McBath’s northern Atlanta-area seat considerably redder. She moved over to run in the new GA-7, which came more from first-term Rep. Carolyn Bourdeaux’s seat — McBath won 63%-31%. Similarly, in Chicagoland, a first-term Democrat was beat out by a slightly more senior colleague, despite a geographic edge. In 2020, Rep. Marie Newman (D) got to Congress by primarying out conservative Democrat Dan Lipinski, only to lose her next primary to fellow Rep. Sean Casten in the new IL-6. As a new, heavily Hispanic seat was created in the area, Casten and Newman were thrown together. In Oakland County, Michigan, Rep. Haley Stevens beat out Rep. Andy Levin. Levin was criticized for not being a “team player” and running in the light red MI-10, which was more familiar to him. Finally, after a Democratic gerrymander was thrown out in New York, Rep. Jerry Nadler opted to run against Rep. Carolyn Maloney in the new NY-12. The contest was rare in that it pitted 2 committee chairs against each other: Nadler leads the Judiciary Committee while Maloney chairs the Oversight Committee. In any case, Nadler won with a majority in a multi-candidate field. As an interesting aside, of those Democratic intraparty primaries, only the GA-7 contest came about as a result of Republicans seeking to punish Democrats. In fact, redistricting in the 4 states that saw Democratic member-on-member primaries were all controlled by different actors: Republicans controlled Georgia, Democrats mapped Illinois, Michigan now has an independent commission, and New York’s map was drawn by a court-appointed special master. Other House losses Though they didn’t face off against fellow incumbents, 2 other Democrats lost for redistricting-related reasons. When New York’s court-drawn map was relea...

Uniworld Is Accelerating Its Partnership With Luxury Rail Operator Golden Eagle – Travel Weekly https://collincountynewsonline.com/uniworld-is-accelerating-its-partnership-with-luxury-rail-operator-golden-eagle-travel-weekly/ Uniworld Boutique River Cruises added a second cruise and rail itinerary in Europe this year, a combination that is growing in popularity for travelers in Europe but is so far offered by few river cruise lines. Uniworld, finding success with its Cruise & Rail program and its partnership with Golden Eagle Luxury Trains, launched a new itinerary this year, Castles of Transylvania & Enchanting Danube, with two departures — one lasting 12 days, the other 13 — that enable guests to explore parts of Eastern Europe. The Cruise & Rail program was launched by the line in 2021, prompted by its desire to diversify its offerings and offer guests more of Europe.  Uniworld CEO Ellen Bettridge said its partnership with Golden Eagle was a fresh, new way to give guests the opportunity to explore a variety of destinations across several countries in one trip with various modes of transport. “Every year, we focus on innovation in the river cruise space,” Bettridge said of how its partnership with Golden Eagle developed. “To bring this programming to life, we needed a partner that aligned with our five-star standards, and we’re fortunate to find that in Golden Eagle Luxury Trains through existing industry relationships.” Photo Credit: Nicole Edenedo What sets Uniworld’s itineraries apart is that the rail journey is part of the trip itself rather than a pre- or post-river cruise extension. Continue Reading Even though there are a variety of luxury rail options, from day trains to overnight sleepers located in the destinations Uniworld sails globally — such as India and Peru — Uniworld said Europe was the obvious, and best choice, for the company to lean into its rail venture. “The region that we’re most familiar with, Europe, was the perfect place to start,” said Bettridge, adding that the first Cruise & Rail itineraries complemented the line’s newly transformed S.S. La Venezia, venturing to destinations that Uniworld had not visited before. But the benefits of cruise and rail combinations don’t merely extend to the scenic advantage of seeing destinations beyond the rivers. Cruise and rail options can also be a practical alternative in an increasingly warmer and changing climate. Low water levels plagued nearly all river cruise lines sailing Europe’s Rhine and Danube rivers from late July through most of August. Excessive heat and drought conditions depleted waters to unnavigable levels along some stretches of the rivers. Late-summer rain eventually helped replenish the rivers to navigable levels, but not before many cruise departures were canceled, delayed or modified.  Cruise & Rail, Bettridge said, “enables us to appeal to a wide range of travelers, offer a product unlike anything else on the market and adapt when necessary.”  Luxury train add-on is popular Uniworld is among the few river cruise companies to embed a rail trip within an existing cruise itinerary that isn’t part of a pre- or post-cruise extension package. On most lines, travelers have to independently book a luxury rail component, which suppliers say is increasingly popular. “We’re doing tons of pre- and post-river cruise trips this year,” said Frank Marini, CEO of Railbookers Group, a rail vacation packager that specializes in customizable FIT itineraries. “There are a lot in Switzerland — that’s a big piece of where we’re seeing these pre- and post-river cruise trips travelers are taking.” Most river cruises that travel to Switzerland typically begin or end in Basel, located on the Rhine, and transfer by coach or rail to begin a rail journey. Uniworld’s initial itinerary, with its 14-day Milan, Venice & the Swiss Alps and 12-day Venice & the Swiss Alps departures, starts or ends its Golden Eagle train experience in Zurich. The 13-day version of the company’s newest Cruise & Rail itinerary begins with an overnight stay in Budapest, followed by four nights on the Golden Eagle train and then a return to Budapest to embark on a seven-day river cruise on the Danube through Austria and before ending in Passau, Germany. The 12-day Enchanting Danube & Castles of Transylvania travels in the opposite direction and does not include an overnight stay in Budapest.

Four Persons Arrested For Murder Granted GH¢300,000 Bail Each – Ghana Business News https://collincountynewsonline.com/four-persons-arrested-for-murder-granted-gh%c2%a2300000-bail-each-ghana-business-news/ Four persons seized in connection with the murder of a newly wedded woman at Abeka, an Accra suburb, have appeared before a Kaneshie District Court. The four: Imoro Salfu Zakaria, Adams Salfu Zakaria, Amdiya Mohammed and Abass Mohammed, are said to have conspired and murdered Muniratu Moro a few days after she was married off. The four are facing charges of conspiracy to commit crime to wit murder and murder. The Court preserved their pleas. The court presided over by Mr Oheneba Kufour, a Circuit Court Judge sitting with additional responsibilities as a Magistrate has admitted the accused persons to bail in the sum of GHC 300,000 with three sureties to be justified. The matter has been adjourned to October 20. During the Court’s sitting, the prosecution led by Inspector Apeweh Achana opposed the request for bail for the accused, with the explanation that the matter was under investigation. During the sitting, tempers flared as relatives and sympathizers of the accused stormed the court. The Police had a hectic time controlling the crowd. Defence counsels prayed for bail for their clients. The deceased was said to have been stabbed to death barely 10 days (about 1 and a half weeks) after she was wedded at a colourful ceremony on August 28, 2022. The accused persons were picked up by the police days after the alleged murder and arraigned. Source: GNA

Free Alzheimer’s And Dementia Educational Seminars – LongIsland.com https://collincountynewsonline.com/free-alzheimers-and-dementia-educational-seminars-longisland-com/ The Alzheimer’s Association Long Island Chapter will be holding a series of free educational seminars at Town of Hempstead senior centers. The Alzheimer’s Association Long Island Chapter will be holding a series of one-hour seminars to raise awareness of dementia and provide education and support to the community. The seminars will focus on a variety of topics related to Alzheimer’s and dementia, conditions that impact memory and, according to the Alzheimer’s Association, affect 55 million people worldwide. The seminars will take place at Town of Hempstead Senior Centers and are free and open to the public.   Thursday, October 6, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Franklin Square Senior Center 1182 Martha Place, Franklin Square Healthy Living for your Brain and Body. Information on diet, exercise, cognitive activity, and social engagement for healthy aging. Wednesday, November 2, 1 – 2 p.m. Wantagh Senior Center 1150 Seamans Neck Road, Wantagh Healthy Living for your Brain and Body. Information on diet, exercise, cognitive activity, and social engagement for healthy aging. Wednesday, November 30, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Uniondale-Merrick Senior Center 750 Jerusalem Avenue, Uniondale Understanding Alzeheimer’s and Dementia. Learn about the impact of Alzheimer’s and the difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s.  Friday, December 2, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Levittown Senior Center 555 N. Newbridge Road, Levittown 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s. Learn about the 10 common warning signs and what to watch for in yourself and others.  To register for a seminar, call the Alzheimer’s Association on its 24/7 Helpline at 1(800) 272-3900.The free helpline also provides confidential support and information to people living with dementia, caregivers, families, and the public.  The Alzheimer’s Association Long Island Chapter serves Nassau and Suffolk Counties. It helps those facing Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias by providing support groups and educational resources, while advancing crucial research and public policy initiatives. Visit the Alzheimer’s Association Long Island Chapter’s website for additional information about the organization, Alzheimer’s and dementia educational resources, research, fundraising events, and more.

Clemson Vs. Wake Forest Score: Live Game Updates, College Football Scores, NCAA Top 25 Highlights Today – CBS Sports https://collincountynewsonline.com/clemson-vs-wake-forest-score-live-game-updates-college-football-scores-ncaa-top-25-highlights-today-cbs-sports/ Season Leaders passing D. Uiagalelei662 YD, 5 TDS, 1 INT D. Uiagalelei662 YD, 5 TDS, 1 INT S. Hartman625 YD, 7 TDS, 2 INTSS. Hartman625 YD, 7 TDS, 2 INTS rushing W. Shipley32 ATT, 249 YD, 6 TDSW. Shipley32 ATT, 249 YD, 6 TDS C. Turner30 ATT, 148 YD, 2 TDSC. Turner30 ATT, 148 YD, 2 TDS receiving B. Collins9 REC, 158 YD, 3 TDSB. Collins9 REC, 158 YD, 3 TDS A. Perry12 REC, 222 YD, 1 TDA. Perry12 REC, 222 YD, 1 TD See New Posts Pinned Pinned Pinned Pinned Pinned Pinned Pinned Pinned Wake Forest delivers a much-needed answer  1Q: Clemson 14, Wake Forest 7  A couple of pass interference penalties on Clemson put Wake Forest in scoring position early and Sam Hartman dropped a 36-yard touchdown pass right in the break basket for Jahmal Banks to cut the Tigers’ lead to seven. That’s a 3-play, 75-yard drive that took less than a minute off the clock for significantly changed the energy in Winston-Salem as the Demon Deacons have made it known they have the weapons to go back-and-forth with Clemson in a shootout.  Pinned Pinned DJU off to a hot start, Tigers rolling early  1Q: Clemson 14, Wake Forest 0  DJ Uiagalelei has completed his first seven pass attempts for 104 yards and two touchdowns after a 41-yard strike to Braylon Spector. That throw followed a 30-yard pass on 3rd-and-21, marking two times that Wake Forest has seemingly had a Clemson drive stopped only to see it extended and eventually end in a touchdown. It’s too early to go all-in on a danger zone declaration, but this is the exact opposite of an ideal start for Dave Clawson’s crew.  Pinned Pinned Clemson strikes first 1Q: Clemson 7, Wake Forest 0 The Tigers defense forced a punt on Wake Forest’s opening possession, then deliver the first score of the game on the ensuing drive. There were two huge swings in the game on the drive, the first being a xx-yard run by Will Shipley to move Clemson into Wake Forest territory and the second being a defensive pass interference call on Wake Forest that kept the drive alive after it appeared the Demon Deacons had a third down stop.  Pinned Pinned Pinned Wake Forest will get the ball first, meaning we’ll get a very early look at how the Demon Deacons’ offensive line is set to hold up against Clemson’s defensive front. Finding more time for Sam Hartman in the backfield is the key to Wake delivering its standard production on offense.  Pinned Pinned Pinned Pinned Pinned Pinned Pinned Looks like Wake Forest will also be without its top running back  Pinned Both teams dealing with notable injuries  Per ESPN’s Pete Thamel, Wake Forest will be without top cornerback Caelen Carson because of a leg injury suffered in last week’s win against Liberty. But Clemson has its own issues in the secondary with starting safety Andrew Makuba, starting corner Sheridan Jones and key rotation corner Malcolm Greene all missing from the Tigers’ travel roster. With both teams having attrition in the defensive backfield, we could be in for a high-scoring affair in this key ACC Atlantic battle.  Pinned Pinned Pinned Pinned Pinned Pinned

Global Experts In Dubai To Demystify The Metaverse, Unveil Its Power To Revolutionise Services – Gulf News https://collincountynewsonline.com/global-experts-in-dubai-to-demystify-the-metaverse-unveil-its-power-to-revolutionise-services-gulf-news/ Dubai: The inaugural Dubai Metaverse Assembly will bring together over 300 regional and international experts who will discuss the potential applications of metaverse and its impact on humanity at Dubai Future Museum on September 28 and 29. Organised by Dubai Future Foundation (DFF), under the patronage of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council, the two-day global event will dive deep on the experiences or key sectors such as aviation, logistics, retail, education and healthcare. Local and international experts will also talk about the world’s readiness for metaverse and how it can improve services and enhance the quality of human life. Hamad Al Shirawi There are pressing questions about the metaverse. Many do not understand how it will progress or how it can change the world. To get a preview of the upcoming Dubai Metaverse Assembly, Gulf News spoke with Hamad Al Shirawi, director of Dubai Metaverse Assembly, who also shared his insights on Dubai’s role in advancing the understanding of metaverse and its applications. Here are excerpts of the interview with Al Shirawi: Platform for pioneers and experts “Dubai Metaverse Assembly is part of DFF’s effort to address latest trends and understand their implications and uses, as well as provide a global platform for dialogues and knowledge exchange focusing on the future of humanity. We aim to facilitate synergy amongst various entities, global organisations and industry experts, to identify the challenges and opportunities that the future holds, to explore its potential, and to develop action plans to address them. “The event will explore how this revolutionary technology can be deployed across vital sectors to create a better future and quality of life for humanity. What is the metaverse? Metaverse is an online, 3D, virtual universe connecting users in almost all aspects of their lives. It connects multiple platforms – like the internet containing different websites – and made accessible through a single portal. The metaverse is not yet fully in existence but it dubbed as the future iteration of the internet that will allow users – through their avatars – to work, meet, game, and socialise in these 3D virtual spaces. One can think of online network games where players from around the world play the same game together as a simple example of the metaverse. “The announcement of the Dubai Metaverse Assembly follows the launch of the Dubai Metaverse Strategy, which aims to strengthen Dubai’s position as a global capital of advances technologies by investing in promising economic opportunities, adopting, and deploying Metaverse technology, and developing digital infrastructure that supports global transformations and the digital economy. Impact on humanity “Experts believe that the metaverse could enable humanity to redefine how business is done. This is very exciting. The potential impact of the metaverse extends well beyond business, and humans stand a lot to gain from a social perspective. “Metaverse can provide a shared environment and economy for everyone, regardless of their location. Humans around the world can become connected like never before. “Virtually every sector will benefit from metaverse technologies. These technologies will pave the way for smart societies of the future, digital government services, improved research and studies, better consumer experiences, enhanced e-learning tools and specialised training. This is just a handful of areas which can be transformed by the immersive worlds of the metaverse. “The economic opportunities are similarly significant. Metaverse will provide integrated digital shopping experiences, open new horizons in e-gaming and entertainment, and create promising opportunities for broader uses of blockchain technologies, non-fungible assets and digital assets in general. What to expect at Dubai Metaverse Assembly “The assembly’s programme includes three main tracks – Educate, Inspire, and Contribute. The Educate track will consist of in-depth keynotes and panels on metaverse. Inspire track will showcase immersive experiences and Contribute track will include closed workshops. A promotional visual depicting the upcoming assembly in Dubai Image Credit: Supplied “Here are a few sneak peeks: Topics will include the future of gaming, the future of nations, the role of government, and building the backbone for Web 3.0 technologies. Speakers will include world-leading experts, futurists, and innovators – individuals from leading organisations such as the World Economic Forum, Meta, Mastercard, Binance, Accenture, SandBox, Polygon and others who are all at the vanguard of this momentous technological revolution. Role of Dubai in advancing metaverse “Dubai is well-positioned to discuss the metaverse and create the groundwork for harnessing its full potential. Dubai Metaverse Strategy aims to turn Dubai into one of the world’s top 10 metaverse economies as well as a global hub for the metaverse community. “The strategy aims to build on Dubai’s achievement of attracting more than 1,000 companies operating in blockchain and the metaverse. It also promotes Dubai’s ambitions to support more than 40,000 virtual jobs by 2030. This will further boost Dubai’s economy and support the UAE government’s vision of increasing the number of blockchain companies five-fold as part of its efforts to create a digital economy. “The UAE is already home to some 1,000 companies operating in blockchain and metaverse. Dubai is at the heart of this ecosystem and will continue to provide an environment in which companies in this space can thrive.”

The Best Smart TVs Launched In 2022: Bendable TVs, Ultra HD TVs & More – Gadget Flow https://collincountynewsonline.com/the-best-smart-tvs-launched-in-2022-bendable-tvs-ultra-hd-tvs-more-gadget-flow/ In the market for a newer, better TV? Then check out the best smart TVs launched in 2022. They take your movies and shows to a whole new level of awesome. Shopping for a new TV? Maybe you’re curious about the latest TV tech trends. Either way, today’s roundup of the best smart TVs launched in 2022 is a treat. We’re covering the coolest, most immersive, and most aesthetically pleasing models we’ve seen all year. Related: Amazon Alexa or Apple HomeKit—these smart home gadgets work easily with both In August, LG announced the LG OLED Flex, a TV that—incredibly—bends. The remarkable display boasts 20 levels of curvature, enhancing games, content, and live broadcasts. Then, the sheer size of the TCL 98″ Class XL collection is nothing short of impressive. And with its QLED tech, it delivers stunning images and realistic color. Elevate your games, movies, and shows with these smart TVs. 1. The LG OLED Flex LX3 bendable 42″ TV adjusts to a 900R curvature, taking your gaming and home theater experiences above and beyond. LG OLED Flex LX3 in a gaming setup It looks like something out of a sci-fi movie, but the LG OLED Flex LX3 bendable 42″ TV can adjust from completely flat to a 900R curvature. Moreover, its OLED technology is free of backlight, giving you stunning visuals. This gadget is coming soon, and its price is TBA. 2. The TCL Model R655 6-Series MiniLED TV enhances your home entertainment with Wide Color using QLED technology and 4K Dolby Vision HDR. TCL Model R655 6-Series product video The TCL Model R655 6-Series MiniLED TV uses thousands of pixels to deliver more brightness for incredibly realistic images, which is why it’s one of the best smart TVs launched in 2022. Plus, it’s excellent for gaming, too, with its up to 144 Hz variable refresh rate. Get it for $699.99. See a list of retailers on the official website. 3. The LG C2 evo OLED TV series is ideal for sports fans, movie buffs, and gamers with its gorgeous picture and a9 Gen5 AI Processor 4K. LG C2 evo OLED TV in a living room Add a smart TV with actual AI to your home theater when you go for the LG C2 evo OLED TV Series. It produces impressive colors, and its processor adjusts the picture and sound to suit your content. Get it for $1,149.99 on the official website. 4. The Samsung 2022 Neo QLED Series brings the cinema to your living room with up to 8K resolution and a 144 Hz refresh rate. Samsung 2022 Neo QLED Series televisions The Samsung 2022 Neo QLED Series includes 3 impressive TVs—the QN900B, QN800B, and QN95B. Their Neural Quantum Processor 8K is exceptional, delivering realistic, immersive images. All models boast brightness and clarity thanks to the MiniLEDs, which are 1/40th of the standard size. Get one for $1,999.99 on the official website. 5. The TCL 98″ Class XL Collection 4K UHD QLED TV makes a dramatic addition to your movie nights with its 4K picture and QLED technology. TCL 98″ Class XL in a lifestyle scenario Bring the movie theater home when you go for the TCL 98″ Class XL Collection 4K UHD QLED TV. The QLED tech delivers clear and vivid images, while the contrast control zones provide stunning differentiation between light and dark areas. This TV is priced at $8,499.99. See a list of retailers on the official website. 6. The Hisense U6H Quantum ULED 4K Google TV Series gives you sharper images and motion thanks to the 4K ULED and Quantum Dot Color. Hisense U6H Quantum ULED 4K Google TV Series Want to upgrade your movie nights? Check out the Hisense U6H Quantum ULED 4K Google TV Series. It provides over 1 billion colors with Quantum Dot Color, up to 600 nits of peak brightness, local dimming, and all the advantages of the Google TV operating system. It’s one of the best smart TVs launched in 2022. Get one for $399.99. Visit the official website for a list of retailers. 7. The Samsung S95B OLED 4K Smart TV 2022 offers 8.3 million self-lit pixels. It also provides integrated surround sound for a cinematic experience. Samsung S95B OLED 4K Smart TV 2022 on furniture For a realistic picture unlike anything you’ve experienced, get the Samsung S95B OLED 4K Smart TV 2022. It gives you nearly limitless contrast with 8.3 million self-illuminating pixels. You get integrated surround sound by Dolby Atmos and Object Tracking Sound. Get it for $1,799.99 on the official website. 8. The LG G2 2022 OLED TV Series transforms your TV into artwork with its wall-hugging design and Brightness Booster Max feature. LG G2 2022 OLED TV Series displays artwork Gorgeous colors meet innovative design with the LG G2 2022 OLED TV Series. It adds an artistic flair to your living room with a design that leaves practically no gap where you hang it. The Brightness Booster Max feature works with the a9 processor algorithms to produce up to 30% brighter pictures. Get it for $1,899.99 on the official website. 9. The Samsung The Frame TV 2022 looks like artwork in your living room with its Matte Display. It also has an anti-glare and anti-reflection design. Samsung The Frame TV 2022 in a living area Your TV can look like a high-quality print when you choose the Samsung The Frame TV 2022. The Matte Display gives you anti-reflection, anti-fingerprint, and anti-glare features, ensuring your picture is always museum worthy. It even displays artwork when the TV is idle, which is why it’s one of the best smart TVs launched in 2022. Get it for $599.99 on the official website. 10. The Hisense U8 Series Quantum ULED Google TV gives you ultra-realistic images with ULED technologies that boost color, contrast, and brightness. Hisense U8 Series Quantum ULED Google TV in use Enjoy a richer, more realistic picture with the Hisense U8 Series Quantum ULED Google TV. This TV creates over a billion color combinations, bringing your content to life. With Google Assistant built-in, it responds when you tell it to turn off the lights, play a movie, and more. Get it for $699. Visit the official website for a list of retailers. Ready to upgrade your home theater? The best smart TVs launched in 2022 are excellent candidates. Which one would you love to own? Tell us in the comment section! Want more news, reviews, and guides from Gadget Flow? Follow us on Apple News, Google News, Feedly, and Flipboard. If you use Flipboard, you should definitely check out our Curated Stories. We publish 3 new stories every day, so make sure to follow us to stay updated! 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Dogecoin Price Up 10% – Which Meme Coin Will Pump Next? – Cryptonews https://collincountynewsonline.com/dogecoin-price-up-10-which-meme-coin-will-pump-next-cryptonews/ Dogecoin has been on a slightly bullish pump during the past 24 hours. According to CoinGecko, the largest memecoin has gained by 10% within 24 hours to trade at $0.068 at the time of writing. Dogecoin jumps 10% in 24 hours Dogecoin seems to be under significant buying pressure, and the indicators show increased potential for an uptrend. The bullish gains have appeared within the past 24 hours, and if the Dogecoin community can maintain it, then notable gains could be seen in the coming weeks and months.   Dogecoin’s trading volumes during the past 24 hours have been high, which could explain the bullish price movement. The 24-hour trading volumes currently stand at $960 million, with its market cap hitting $8.7 billion, ranking it the tenth-largest cryptocurrency by this metric. Dogecoin has been on a steep decline this year as the bears have erased most of the gains this memecoin has made. DOGE has dropped by 90% from an all-time high created in May last year. In 2021, Dogecoin reacted strongly to Elon Musk’s tweets, but this seems to be no longer the case, as bullish momentum is yet to be created. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) shows a strong bullish momentum for Dogecoin. As seen above, Dogecoin’s RSI currently stands at 53, showing buyers actively buying the token to take advantage of the ongoing price gains. The other indicator that also shows bullish signs is the Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD). The MACD line is currently on the signal line, with the earlier movements showing that bears have been losing control. The bullish momentum could be maintained if Doge holds support levels above $0.06. On the other hand, there is also a possibility that declines could be on the way. Dogecoin’s current bullish gains do not show signs of being sustained, with the resistance level of $0.068 being one of the hindrances to a continued uptrend. Therefore, there is a high possibility that DOGE will consolidate and return to trading at $0.059. The 24-hour bullish gains made by Dogecoin follow a mention of the memecoin by the co-founder of Ethereum, Vitalik Buterin. Buterin appeared on a video chat at the Mainnet conference, where he said that he was hopeful that the memecoin network would migrate to a proof-of-stake blockchain. Buterin also added that “I hope that Zcash moves over. I am also very hopeful that Dogecoin is going to evolve over to proof of stake at some point soon.” The Ethereum Merge was considered one of the most successful events in the blockchain sector. The memecoin community is now hopeful that such a transition will trigger more gains, which is the reason behind the momentum to buy Dogecoin. The memecoin continues to grow The memecoin community has grown significantly over the past year. However, the current growth is being fuelled by one of the newest memecoins in the market, Tamadoge. Tamadoge completed one of the most successful presales in crypto history that raised %19 million. The latest news from the Tamadoge team is that the memecoin will debut on the OKX exchange on Tuesday, September 27. The listing could deliver 100X gains, given that OKX is the second-largest cryptocurrency exchange globally by trading volumes.

Battling Internationals Split Foursomes With U.S. – Reuters https://collincountynewsonline.com/battling-internationals-split-foursomes-with-u-s-reuters/ Sep 24, 2022; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Team USA golfer Collin Morikawa hits his tee shot on the 10th hole during the foursomes match play of the Presidents Cup golf tournament at Quail Hollow Club. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-USA TODAY Sports Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept 24 (Reuters) – The United States will not clinch the Presidents Cup on Saturday but continued to close in on the golden trophy after splitting the morning foursomes (alternate shot) 2-2 with a scrappy International team desperate to get back into the fight. The U.S. have dominated the biennial competition with an 11-1-1 record and started the day with an 8-2 lead and in position to register a Presidents Cup first – clinching the Cup on Saturday. With two sessions scheduled for a marathon day (foursomes and fourballs) the Americans had targeted the 15 1/2 total points needed to claim the title for a 12th time and extend their unbeaten run on home soil. Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com But the Cup will be decided in Sunday’s singles no matter happens in the afternoon fourballs after Australian Adam Scott and Japan’s Hideki Matsuyama beat Collin Morikawa and Cameron Young 3&2 blocking the Americans from getting the job done early. The Internationals got another point when the South Korean pair of K.H. Lee and Kim Joo-hyung took down the U.S. all-star pairing of world number one Scottie Scheffler and Sam Burns 2&1 but the task ahead of captain Trevor Immelman’s men remains a daunting one. The U.S. will take a commanding 10-4 lead into the afternoon fourballs with the underdog Internationals trying to chip away at that advantage to have any realistic chance of pulling off an upset on Sunday. A long day began in the dawn chill and dewy fairways but the early start did not stop fans from packing into the massive first tee stands, the pro-American crowd sending off captain Davis Love III’s men to what they hoped would be another day of domination. Major winners Jordan Spieth and Justin Thomas were sent off first and set the tone powering to a 4&3 win over South Korea’s Im Sung-jae and Canadian Corey Connors, improving their record at Quail Hollow to 3-0-0. Tony Finau and Max Homa would beat South Korea’s Kim Si-woo and Australian Cam Davis to add another point to the American cause before the U.S. charge ran out of steam. Partnered in every session, Scheffler and Burns again failed to deliver a win as the Koreans broke open a tight match winning holes 15 and 16 to snatch a full point. Young and Morikawa had appeared on their way to win leading 1-up at the turn but suffered a back nine collapse as Scott and Matsuyama won four straight holes from the 10th to turn the match. Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com Reporting by Steve Keating in Charlotte. Editing by Christian Radnedge Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

The Collaboration That’s Connecting The Unconnected – The Hill https://collincountynewsonline.com/the-collaboration-thats-connecting-the-unconnected-the-hill/ When I launched Broadcom in the early 1990s with the goal of revolutionizing digital connectivity, it was necessary to work closely with governments around the world, starting with cable set-top boxes. This new class of technology that Broadcom and others brought to market over the next 30 years were transformative and complex, presenting policymakers with a steep learning curve that, at times, led to delays in or barriers to innovation. In response, some argued that governments can best help technological innovation by getting out of the way, but innovators such as Broadcom know it’s far better when policymakers and regulators keep pace with innovation and help make new life-enhancing technologies possible. When policymakers and innovators collaborate, they can unleash the future of the tech industry, bolster the broader economy, and improve the lives of billions. I’ve seen first-hand how public-private collaboration has accelerated connectivity innovation, and there are compelling opportunities to continue this joint approach that has served the public so well. A great example of this from Broadcom’s early years took place when the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) set aside wireless spectrum for unlicensed use. This spectrum became an innovation sandbox for Broadcom, turning Bluetooth and Wi-Fi into two of the most successful wireless technologies of all time. Decades later, in April 2020, the FCC made another important policy decision for connectivity when it voted to allocate 1,200 MHz of spectrum in the 6 GHz band for unlicensed use, tapping a crucial spectrum band for making new, faster services publicly available. This groundbreaking act was the culmination of several years of public-private collaboration, with great leadership from then-FCC Chair Ajit Pai and Commissioners Jessica Rosenworcel, Brendan Carr, and Geoffrey Starks, along with bipartisan congressional advocacy spearheaded by Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.), Rep. Anna Eshoo (D-Calif.), and others. The impact of the FCC’s decision dramatically demonstrated the important role Wi-Fi plays in American society. Almost immediately, hundreds of new devices and services entered the U.S. market, including new internet gateways, smartphones, and laptops. Whether in urban or rural areas, Wi-Fi is essential to closing the digital divide, and proved to be one of the global economy’s virtual connective tissues during the pandemic. And this is just the beginning. After shipping more than 1.3 billion Wi-Fi 6 and 6E chips over a two-year period, Broadcom was recently first to release a family of next generation Wi-Fi 7 chipsets, and thanks to advancements brought by unlicensed spectrum, improvements in health care, education, live entertainment, among others, are just around the corner. How much the U.S. economy will benefit from the FCC’s April 2020 decision will partly depend on a more recent milestone of Washington action that kept pace with tech innovation: new bipartisan investments in broadband infrastructure. In addition, as part of the recently enacted CHIPS and Science Act, Congress directed the Government Accountability Office to recommend ways the government can accelerate migration to leading edge technology, starting with broadband. Expediting this migration would allow us to better connect the unconnected and accelerate the introduction of new 5G services. This will ensure America continues to lead the world in advanced technology while achieving greater energy efficiency and climate goals. If there is one constant in the tech industry, it’s that innovation never stops and momentum drives progress. In implementing initiatives on unlicensed spectrum and broadband infrastructure, U.S. policymakers stayed abreast of technological change and unleashed innovation. And there are several ways the public and private sectors can build on those successes. First, the U.S. government can advocate for making unlicensed 6 GHz spectrum available on a global scale. Second, as part of her efforts to close the digital divide through equitable access, FCC Chair Rosenworcel is seeking to deploy Wi-Fi on school buses — a brilliant and timely initiative to help students keep pace with their classroom work. She and her FCC colleagues are also in a position to build on the historic April 2020 decision by completing a current rule designed to enable portable device operations for applications such as augmented and virtual reality. Finally, policymakers seeking to look beyond the policy and technology horizon should consider expanding unlicensed spectrum availability into the 7 GHz band. Doing so would create yet another  innovation sandbox for next generation Wi-Fi and other forms of connectivity.  During my tenure at Broadcom, including now as its Board Chair, I have been both participant and witness to a generation of the most transformative innovations in our history. The most rewarding of those breakthroughs came alongside or in response to collaborations with policymakers, creating economic opportunity, educational accessibility, and societal equity for billions all over the globe. The best is yet to come, which is why it has never been more important for policymakers and innovators like Broadcom to deepen their partnerships and work in lockstep to futureproof our means for connectivity and close the digital divide. Henry Samueli is founder and chairman at Broadcom.

County Adopts Budget, Tax Rate – Murphy Monitor https://collincountynewsonline.com/county-adopts-budget-tax-rate-murphy-monitor/ September is a busy month for city and county officials when it comes to budgeting money. This is the month budgets and tax rates for the upcoming fiscal year are publicly discussed and considered for passage. For the Collin County Commissioners meeting on Sept 12, a majority of the agenda was centered around both the proposed tax rate and budget, related public hearings and a vote by the court. Both the FY 2023 budget and tax rate were passed, the budget by a 5-0 vote and the tax rate by a 3-2 vote. For the vote on adoption of the tax rate, both Judge Chris Hill and Commissioner Pct. 3, Darrell Hale cast dissenting votes. To login to read the full story or to subscribe, visit http://murphymonitor.com

10 Whistler Vrbo Rentals Near The Ski Slopes – TravelAwaits https://collincountynewsonline.com/10-whistler-vrbo-rentals-near-the-ski-slopes-travelawaits/ Bigger doesn’t always mean better, but it often does. Such is the case with Whistler, North America’s largest ski resort is also its best. That’s according to Ski Magazine, whose readers are consistently polled on which resort they think is number one in the world. Whistler has won many times and never fails to reach the top 10. People don’t just love Whistler for its incredible ski area. The town is also known for its fantastic dining options and delightful après scene (Ski Magazine readers also tend to rate Whistler number one in this category). Even those who do not ski will appreciate the incredible beauty of British Columbia’s mountains and the town’s other appealing attractions. Even outside the winter season, Whistler shines as a radiant destination. What’s more, Whistler has some incredible accommodations, a selection of which are described below. Most of the homes on this list are genuine ski-in/ski-out properties, meaning you needn’t walk for more than a couple of minutes (if that) before you’re able to step in and shred. The ultimate convenience! So here they are, 10 incredible Vrbo vacation rentals in Whistler to serve you during your next ski trip. Find the one that’s right for you and yours and discover why Whistler is a world-beating paradise for skiers and their families.  Note that the prices listed cover dates during the spring ski season and actual costs vary substantially throughout the year. Affordable Home 100 Yards From The Lifts Rent Now$273/avg nightly This splendid home demonstrates the principle that luxury and comfort need not break the bank. Walk out the front door of your townhouse, step into your skis, and find yourself at the base of Blackcomb Mountain in under 5 minutes. The master bedroom has a queen bed and the second bedroom has a bunk bed (a twin mattress atop a double). The living room is small, but has a stone fireplace, flatscreen TV, and a comfortable sofa bed. What’s more, the dining room table comfortably sits six. For added pleasure, serve up something freshly grilled using the outdoor grill located near the covered hot tub. Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1 Sleeps: 6 Freestanding Home On The Golf Course Rent Now$442/avg nightly Just off the first hole of the Fairmont Golf Course, this large home is a great option for families keen on extra space and privacy. The village and lifts are 20 minutes away on foot, but a shuttle will swiftly carry you and your skis to the base of Blackcomb Mountain. The house was recently renovated and filled with new artwork, mattresses, and appliances. It has a lovely open-plan living area with all the comforts of home. In terms of sleeping space, the property has a master bedroom and two smaller rooms equipped with pairs of twin beds. Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Sleeps: 6 Ski-In/Ski-Out Chalet At Whistler Creek Rent Now$530/avg nightly This duplex in Whistler Creek has incredible views, spacious interiors, and stylish furnishings. Best of all, it has ski-in/ski-out access to the creekside gondola. The layout consists of four half levels and floors separated by several steps. This means that inhabitants of each of the three bedrooms will enjoy a high degree of privacy. The master bedroom, with its beautiful ensuite bathroom and spa bath is definitely the highlight, but the other bedrooms are comfortable as well. There are also three separate balconies, each blessed with mountain views. Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Sleeps: 8 Stylish Townhouse In Ideal Location Rent Now$818/avg nightly Earn the admiration of your loved ones by inviting them to spend their next ski holiday with you at this wonderful townhouse in Whistler’s Upper Village. The home is a few minutes’ walk from a ski-in/ski-out point. What’s more, it’s serviced by the local shuttle system so getting to and from the village is no sweat. Inside, the property has a homey open-plan living area. The lower portion has a television, a river rock fireplace, and a sofa bed. The hot tub and propane grill are located in a charming outdoor space sheltered by trees. Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3 Sleeps: 8 Blackcomb Mountain Ski-In/Ski-Out Rent Now$825/avg nightly This luxury townhome in the Upper Village has everything you need for a great stay, plus several things that no one needs but everyone wants. First and foremost, it is a genuine ski-in/ski-out perched on the slopes of Blackcomb Mountain. The in-floor heating and private balcony in the master bedroom are terrific perks as well. There’s also a hot tub and the great room has vaulted ceilings and a wood-burning fireplace. With two queen bedrooms and a room with two bunk beds, the home is perfect for families infected with the ski bug. Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Sleeps: 8 The Heights Rent Now$1,017/avg nightly A ski-in/ski-out house in Whistler Creek’s most exclusive neighborhood, The Heights is your key to an unforgettable vacation. Skiers can easily reach the creekside base lifts in a matter of minutes from the front door, and Whistler Creek’s shops and restaurants are just 5 minutes away on foot. The home’s great room lives up to the name, embedded as it is with all the ambiance and decor one expects to find in a ski house. In terms of sleeping space, The Heights has two king rooms, a downstairs room fitted with queen and bunk beds, and a fourth room with a single/double bunk bed and trundle bed. The home has four bathrooms, two of which have bathtubs, so everyone can enjoy an après ski soak even when the hot tub is in use. Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4 Sleeps: 12 Creekside Ski-In/Ski-Out Chalet Rent Now$1,561/avg nightly A remarkable house rental in a remarkable ski town, a stay at this chalet in Whistler Creek all but guarantees an incredible vacation. A group of 13 friends can spread out across this 3,000-square-foot property; there are comfortable corners for everyone. The great room has suitably high ceilings, splendid Whistler mountain views, and furniture which, like the rough wooden beams, are both functional and stylish. The master bedroom has a beautiful four-poster bed and an elegant ensuite bathroom that anyone would be pleased to call their own. The other four bedrooms offer stiff competition, however. Two also have ensuites while one of the queen rooms shares a washroom with the bunk room. Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 5 Sleeps: 13 Pinnacle Ridge #34 Rent Now$1,756/avg nightly Just four houses will stand between you and the lifts should you stay at this house on Pinnacle Ridge. This means more time on the slopes. Of course, no ski vacation is spent entirely on the mountain. Downtime between ski sessions will hardly feel like a burden amid these luxurious surroundings. The living room has high ceilings, comfortable and stylish furniture, and a beautiful fireplace. The whole place is filled with beautiful wood paneling. There’s also a pool table and the balcony has a suitably private hot tub. Each bedroom is a true stunner, so no one misses out on round-the-clock luxury. Bedrooms: 6 Bathrooms: 6 Sleeps: 12 Northern Lights Rent Now$2,029/avg nightly Another excellent option for a large group planning the ultimate ski trip, this house in Whistler Village will not disappoint. It can be reached on skis and getting to the lifts at the start of your day requires a 10-minute walk. The home has four splendid bedrooms. The cozy downstairs den can become a fifth bedroom thanks to a Murphy bed. The main living room is upstairs and boasts a fireplace, plenty of space, and a large retractable screen for projecting your favorite films. Naturally, the home has a hot tub. It is a large one that fits up to eight people and has sightlines to the television. The walk back to the home involves a steep hill which some guests may struggle with, but the home has a large garage should you drive. Whistler is, in any case, well served by taxis. Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4 Sleeps: 14 Massive House With Ski Access To Both Gondolas Rent Now$4,839/avg nightly You’ll have no trouble filling this luxurious home with eager skiers — everyone will want to join in the fun at this great location. The most dedicated skiers will revel in the ski-in/ski-out access to both of Whistler’s base gondolas; everyone will appreciate being walking distance to the village for dining and the home’s glamorous furnishings. The vaulted ceilings in the great room seem as high as Rainbow Mountain (which is visible through most windows) and the marble countertops are as beautiful as any bluff or monolith in the Fitzsimmons Range. No one will lose out in this large group vacation rental as every bedroom is a grand affair (there are two kings, four queens, and two kids’ rooms stacked with bunk beds). Bedrooms: 8 Bathrooms: 8 Sleeps: 20 To discover even more things to do in Whistler, check out: 10 Amazing Food And Cocktail Experiences In Whistler, British Columbia 9 Amazing Après Ski Spots In Whistler, British Columbia Whistler: The Best Things To See And Do In Every Season

AP Business SummaryBrief At 9:37 A.m. EDT – Federal News Network https://collincountynewsonline.com/ap-business-summarybrief-at-937-a-m-edt-federal-news-network/ Dow sinks to 2022 low as recession fears roil world markets Markets sold off around the world on mounting signs the global economy is weakening just as central banks raise the pressure even more with additional hikes to interest rates. The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at its lowest point since 2020 Friday. The S&P 500 fell 1.7%, close to its 2022 low. Energy prices also closed sharply lower as traders worried about a possible… READ MORE Dow sinks to 2022 low as recession fears roil world markets Markets sold off around the world on mounting signs the global economy is weakening just as central banks raise the pressure even more with additional hikes to interest rates. The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at its lowest point since 2020 Friday. The S&P 500 fell 1.7%, close to its 2022 low. Energy prices also closed sharply lower as traders worried about a possible recession. Treasury yields, which affect rates on mortgages and other kinds of loans, held at multiyear highs. U.K. government bond yields snapped higher after that country’s new government announced a sweeping plan of tax cuts. Qatar Energy partners with Total Energies for LNG expansion DOHA, Qatar (AP) — State-owned oil and gas company Qatar Energy has signed a deal with Total Energies for a major expansion of its liquefied natural gas production. The deal comes at a time when Europe is searching for alternative sources of energy away from Russia. The Northfield expansion project is made up of two distinct parts, namely the Northfield East or NFE project, which will increase the state of Qatar’s LNG production capacity from 77 to 110 million tons per annum, and Northfield South or NFS project, which will further increase Qatar’s liquefied natural gas or LNG production capacity from 110 to 126 million tonnes per annum. Total signed the deal for the South expansion. UK cuts taxes, boosts spending, accelerating pound’s slide LONDON (AP) — The British pound has went on its biggest one-day drop in 2 1/2 years after the U.K.’s new government outlined plans to cut taxes and boost spending. It’s sparked concerns that increased public borrowing will worsen the nation’s cost-of-living crisis. The British currency plunged over 3% on Friday. Treasury chief Kwasi Kwarteng announced sweeping tax cuts that he said would boost economic growth and generate increased revenue, without introducing corresponding spending reductions. He also said previously announced plans to cap soaring energy bills for homes and businesses would be financed through borrowing. Critics attacked the plan for favoring business interests over working people and failing to provide any figures on its impact on government fiscal targets. Revamped Detroit auto show now also features new flying tech DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit auto show has returned with a roar. And a soar. The prestigious North American International Auto Show last was held in 2019. It returned last week. Visitors once again can lay eyes on the latest offerings from some of the world’s biggest automakers. But now they also can check out what organizers call “the show above the show.” The Air Mobility Experience features displays and demonstrations from six air mobility innovators that include an electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, a hoverbike, a hoverboard and a jet suit. The show runs through Sunday at a downtown convention center. US to seek stronger labor, environmental standards in Asia WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. is outlining its goals for a new trade deal with Australia, Japan, South Korea and nine other nations meant to signal the country’s commitment to working with the Indo-Pacific region at a time of growing Chinese clout. The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative on Friday released its negotiating aims for the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework, a deal with the 12 nations launched in May. Among them, the U.S. wants the Indo-Pacific countries to improve their labor and environmental standards and ensure their markets remain open to competition, while also taking steps to ease supply-chain backlogs at border crossings. GM spending $760M to convert Toledo factory to make EV parts TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) — General Motors says it will spend $760 million to renovate its transmission factory in Toledo, Ohio, so it can build drive lines for electric vehicles. It’s the first GM engine or transmission plant to begin the long transition from internal combustion engines to EVs. GM has a goal of making only electric passenger vehicles by 2035. The investment will keep the jobs of about 1,500 hourly and salaried workers at the Toledo plant, which now makes four transmissions used in pickup trucks and many other GM internal combustion vehicles. It’s good news for workers in Toledo, who have been worried about the future of their plant. ‘Fat Leonard’ may be Venezuela bargaining chip, experts say SAN DIEGO (AP) — A fugitive defense contractor nicknamed “Fat Leonard” who claims to have incriminating sex photos of top U.S. Navy brass could become the latest bargaining chip in Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro’s efforts to win official recognition from the Biden administration. But it’s unclear how hard the U.S. government will fight for the return of Leonard Glenn Francis, the Malaysian owner of a ship servicing company in Southeast Asia who is the central character in one of the largest bribery scandals in Pentagon history. While Venezuela and the United States have an extradition treaty, the Biden administration does not formally recognize Maduro’s government. World Bank head says he’s not a climate denier, won’t quit WASHINGTON (AP) — World Bank President David Malpass says he won’t resign after coming under criticism for his remarks earlier this week regarding climate change. At an event sponsored by The New York Times, Malpass wouldn’t answer directly when asked whether the burning of fossil fuels has contributed to global warming. Instead, he said he is not a scientist. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said the Biden administration disagrees with Malpass’ comments suggesting climate change is not caused by human activity. Bank directors urge firing of Trump official in ethics probe MIAMI (AP) — Executive directors of the Inter-American Development Bank have voted unanimously to recommend firing a former Trump official as president of the Washington-based institution. The action follows an investigation that found Mauricio Claver-Carone violated ethics rules by favoring a top aide with whom he had a romantic relationship. A person familiar with the vote said the decision to recommend ousting  Claver-Carone came in a closed-door meeting Thursday. The Associated Press obtained a confidential report by a law firm hired by the bank’s board triggered by an anonymous complaint of misconduct against Claver-Carone. Investigators say it is reasonable to conclude the relationship existed since at least 2019, when both held senior positions on the National Security Council. Inflation, unrest challenge Bangladesh’s ‘miracle economy’ DHAKA, Bangladesh (AP) — Bangladesh’s economic miracle is under severe strain as fuel price hikes amplify public frustrations over rising costs for food and other necessities. Protests have erupted in recent weeks, adding to pressures on the government of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, which has sought help from the International Monetary Fund to safeguard the country’s finances. Experts say Bangladesh’s predicament is nowhere nearly as severe as Sri Lanka’s, where months’ long unrest led its long-time president to flee the country. But it faces similar troubles: excessive spending on showcase projects, public anger over corruption and cronyism and a weakening trade balance. Such trends are undermining Bangladesh’s progress toward becoming a more affluent, middle-income country. Copyright © 2022 . All rights reserved. This website is not intended for users located within the European Economic Area.

Taking Steps To Combat Obesity In San Joaquin County – Stockton Record https://collincountynewsonline.com/taking-steps-to-combat-obesity-in-san-joaquin-county-stockton-record/ Guneet Gill, Stephen Gong-Guy, Parvati Iyer, David Ojcius  |  Special to The Stockton Record While popular fast-food chains such as Raising Cane’s and In-N-Out continue to open locations and thrive on hungry stomachs in the North San Joaquin County district, the combined overweight and obesity rate has climbed to greater than 65% of the local population, a historic high. By emphasizing certain priority communities and engaging with the community to address socioeconomic and ethnic disparities which are at the root of the obesity epidemic, it is not too late to reverse the rates. Exceeding the obesity rate of California by almost 7%, the San Joaquin County public health services have started numerous initiatives to promote active and healthier lifestyles for all members of their community.   Increased obesity rates in San Joaquin County can be attributed to prevalent risk factors such as the lack of access to care, food insecurity, and mental and behavioral health. In the 2022 Community Health Assessment of San Joaquin County, regions were identified as priority neighborhoods recognizing the need for addressing socioeconomic disparities, transportation, housing, and climate issues among other factors.   Physical activity and nutrition are important factors in preventing obesity and obesity related diseases. However, residents in San Joaquin County experience higher rates of poor physical health and heart disease. Not only does obesity occur at higher rates among the adult population, but also among the youth of the county. For children living in San Joaquin County in grades five, seven and nine5, 7, and 9, it was reported that the obesity rate was at 43% compared to the California average of 40%.   Currently, the San Joaquin Valley has two primary publicly funded and operated public health service programs to combat the rising rates of obesity. The first is the Network Campaign, a project specifically focused on advocating for individualized nutrition and exercise targeted toward low-income residents. This program utilizes a social media campaign and afterschool programs to reach students in lower socioeconomic schools, and partners with those schools to integrate healthy eating habits into the school curriculum. Success has been found particularly in food demonstrations and integration with physical education courses.   The second program is the south Stockton-based Central California Regional Obesity Prevention Program. This program promotes policy and environmental changes to establish the foundation for building healthy habits, working to create safe play areas and access to healthy food.   In 2009, San Joaquin County established an Obesity and Chronic Disease Prevention Task Force in order to decrease the incidence and prevalence of obesity in the county. While the recognition and formation of an organization to combat obesity is a huge step, effective implementation and consistency will be the true test.   San Joaquin County Public Health Services also provides educational resources to introduce healthy eating and active habits at a young age. They partner with Leah’s Pantry to provide nutrition and food preparation classes. The CATCH program, or Coordinated Approach to Child Health, provides a platform to encourage families to engage in physical activity. Moreover, CalFresh benefits, a food assistance program provided by the California Department of Social Services, is also a resource available for individuals and families with low income. This food assistance program provides monthly food benefits and is intended to promote healthier eating by purchasing nutritious food such as fruits and vegetables. CalFresh benefits can also be used at farmers markets, offering individuals with access to fresh produce. Interested readers should visit their website: getcalfresh.org.   As different fast food and fast casual dining options become more popular than the previous mom-and-pop shops and more traditional farm-to-table restaurants, further efforts should be made to enhance educational programs that promote healthy lifestyles and support policies that aid underserved communities to combat the widespread and harmful effects of obesity.   Guneet Gill and Stephen Gong-Guy are students in the Doctor of Dental Surgery program, and Parvati Iyer and David Ojcius are professors at the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry.

2022 Presidents Cup Scores, Results: Live Coverage, Standings, Golf Updates, Schedule For Day 3 On Saturday – CBS Sports https://collincountynewsonline.com/2022-presidents-cup-scores-results-live-coverage-standings-golf-updates-schedule-for-day-3-on-saturday-cbs-sports/ The 2022 Presidents Cup moves into the weekend as the U.S. commands a substantial 8-2 lead over the International team. Matching the 2017 Presidents Cup for the largest lead at the halfway point, the Americans will look to put the visiting team to bed as a potential eight points are up for grabs between the two sessions on Saturday. Needing only 7.5 points to capture its 12th Presidents Cup in 14 attempts, the U.S. will first send out its formidable duo of Justin Thomas and Jordan Spieth. The two good friends have been electric around Quail Hollow Club the first two days and have garnered a 2-0-0 record alongside each other. While the likelihood of the U.S. closing out the International title is slim, captain Trevor Immelman’s squad will have to keep its head up if it aims to claw back into this event. Despite the large deficit, five of the first 10 matches have reached the 18th hole through the first two days. Unfortunately for the internationals, they have only captured one victory and two ties in those five matches. If they expect to make this Presidents Cup more competitive in the latter stages, not only will the breaks need to go their way, but more putts will need to fall. 2022 Presidents Cup scores, results Day 3 — Foursomes 1 Jordan Spieth & Justin Thomas 2 UP thru 12 Sungjae Im & Corey Conners 2 Cameron Young & Collin Morikawa 2 UP thru 12 Adam Scott & Hideki Matsuyama 3 Scottie Scheffler & Sam Burns 1 UP thru 11 K.H. Lee & Tom Kim 4 Tony Finau & Max Homa 3 UP thru 10 Si Woo Kim & Cam Davis CBS Sports will be with you the entire way updating this story with the latest from the third day of the Presidents Cup. Keep it locked here for live scores, updates and highlights. Pinned Day 3 matches | USA leads 9-3 overall Match 1: Jordan Spieth and Justin Thomas win 4 and 3 over Sungjae Im and Corey Conners Match 2: Adam Scott and Hideki Matsuyama win 3 and 2 over Cam Young and Collin Morikawa Match 3: Tom Kim and K.H. Lee tied with Scottie Scheffler and Sam Burns thru 14 Match 4: Max Homa and Tony Finau 3 UP over Si Woo Kim and Cam Davis thru 14 See New Posts Pinned Pinned Adam Scott and Hideki Matsuyama on the board The International team will play on Sunday with the Cup technically still up in the air as they have avoided losing on Saturday by winning one of the first four matches off in alternate shot. Hideki Matsuyama and Adam Scott, the two most accomplished golfers on the International side, finally got a full point to cut the U.S. lead to 9-3 with two matches still on the course right now. Pinned Pinned Pinned Pinned JT and Spieth undefeated through three matches The U.S.’ most accomplished pairing so far this week dusted Sungjae Im and Corey Conners 4 and 3 on Saturday morning to move to 3-0-0 on the week. They’ve played 49 total holes and led after 41 of them. Pretty incredible, and it moves the U.S. lead to 9-2 with the dream of finishing off the International team this afternoon still alive. Pinned Pinned Pinned Pinned Double double Cam Young and Collin Morikawa just made their second double bogey in their last five holes, and now they’re 3 down with five to go. Massive problem for them, although alternate shot can be incredibly volatile. They need a big swing late to have a chance to end the event in the four afternoon matches. Pinned Momentum … finally Adam Scott and Hideki Matsuyama are finally playing to their talent level. They’ve made three birdies in a row in alternate shot and all of a sudden have a 2-up lead on Collin Morikawa and Cam Young on the U.S. side. Really the only drama is whether the U.S. will have a chance to win the Cup this afternoon (they need at least 3.5 points in this session for that to be in play this afternoon), but at least this particular session is competitive. Currently tied 2-2. Pinned Pinned Scottie Scheffler shank The No. 1 player in the world has had a pretty strange week. He’s been unbelievable at time and also hit some bizarre non-Scheffler-like shots at others. We saw one of those on the 10th hole on Saturday morning when he hit a full shank on the par 3 and put partner Sam Burns in a bad spot to recover and try to win the hole against Tom Kim and K.H. Lee., who went on to make a birdie 2 on them and tie the match. NBC Pinned Win or lose, Tom Kim is becoming a star in front of our eyes…even has the world No. 1 shaking in his boots. Pinned Pinned Pinned Matches heading to the homeward half Corey Conners continues to leave Sungjae Im on an island as his struggles have spilled over into today. With the U.S. in trouble on No. 9, the internationals are still within reach in all four matches. A 3-1 session victory has to be on the mind of Captain Trevor Immelman despite not currently leading any of the matches. Pinned Pinned Pinned Pinned Pinned Great point here. Pinned Pinned Pinned Good luck, K.H. Lee. Pinned International top players struggling This week was always going to be difficult, but I find it interesting that it is some of the known quantities that are hindering the internationals. Corey Conners and Adam Scott have been dreadful in this competition while others such as K.H. Lee, Taylor Pendrith have showed some grit. I am sure if you told Immelman some of his lesser known players performed as they have, he would have been happy. Pinned Pinned Pinned See More

Shiba Inu’s Metaverse Launch, Cardano’s Promising Upgrade, And Rocketize Presale — Positives In Q4 2022 – Analytics Insight https://collincountynewsonline.com/shiba-inus-metaverse-launch-cardanos-promising-upgrade-and-rocketize-presale-positives-in-q4-2022-analytics-insight/ Shiba Inu’s Metaverse Launch, Cardano’s Promising Upgrade, and Rocketize Presale — Positives in Q4 2022  Analytics Insight

The Best DJI Osmo Action 3 Deals In September 2022: Stock Updates And Prices – Digital Camera World https://collincountynewsonline.com/the-best-dji-osmo-action-3-deals-in-september-2022-stock-updates-and-prices-digital-camera-world/ Home Buying Guides (Image credit: Adam Juniper / Digital Camera World) Since its announcement, the DJI Osmo Action 3 (opens in new tab) has been on the lips of every thrill seeker thanks to the action camera reverting back to DJI’s original design and offering world-beating specs to match, making it one of our best GoPro alternatives (opens in new tab).  At a glance the Osmo Action 3 shows DJI has reverted to a more traditional single-unit design of 70 x 44 x 32mm (2.76 x 1.73 x 1.25 inches). This may abandon some of the gadget cool factor from its modular predecessor, the DJI Action 2 (opens in new tab). But the design allows for a single replaceable battery that can offer up to 210 minutes of operation. It is also waterproof with no additional housing up to 16m (52ft) – beating the GoPro Hero10 (opens in new tab) by 6m (20ft).  Read our full DJI Osmo Action 3 review (opens in new tab) The EIS remains excellent from the previous generation; RockSteady and HorizonBalancing both produce smooth video from aggressive action. For most 4K is the ideal resolution for action, especially with up to 120fps.  While it is a little sad to see the modular design seemingly abandoned, the Action 3 is easier to manage and more capable. The only sacrifice is the larger size and weight, but even then it still has the GoPro beat.  Best DJI Osmo Action 3 deals The Action 3 bring back a traditional formfactor with added benefits Weight: 158g | Waterproof: 10m | 5K video: up to 30fps | 4K video: up to 60fps | 1080: up to 240fps | 720: up to 240fps | Stills resolution: 20MP | Battery life: 1-3hrs estimate Dual touchscreen control Good vlogging tool in vertical or horizontal No module confusion (compared to Action 2) Extreme batteries included as standard Cheaper than GoPro No subscription payments required 12-megapixel images and 4K maximum video resolution No period of cloud backup included We’d like to see a start and stop timer Vertical format use requires frame Voice control somewhat spotty The 155˚ lens (12.7mm EFL) of the Osmo Action 3 is mounted in a screen which serves to protect the camera. The raised rim and supplied rubber rim should prevent damage affecting the view.  The Action 3 case tucks a color sensor in the ‘O’ of the Action 3 badge which can quickly shift white balance during a shot as, for example, you break the surface of the water. There are also three microphones – two at either end of the word ‘Action’ and another atop the case. These serve to provide active noise cancellation. The unit weighs in at a not inconsiderable 145g; that’s normal for an action camera but will be noticeable on an ordinary commuting bike helmet (though still 5g lighter than the GoPro Hero 10)  Like the recent DJI Mini 3 Pro (opens in new tab) drone, DJI has given vertical-format creatives some thought too. The camera’s gyros detect which angle the camera is being used at and record automatically at the correct one (a lock is available), and the clip-in frame includes a vertical mount. Read more: The best waterproof cameras (opens in new tab) The best 360 cameras (opens in new tab) The best helmet camera (opens in new tab)  Thank you for reading 5 articles this month* Join now for unlimited access Enjoy your first month for just £1 / $1 / €1 *Read 5 free articles per month without a subscription Join now for unlimited access Try first month for just £1 / $1 / €1 For nearly two decades Sebastian’s work has been published internationally. Originally specialising in Equestrianism, his visuals have been used by the leading names in the equestrian industry such as The Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI), The Jockey Club, Horse & Hound and many more for various advertising campaigns, books and pre/post-event highlights. He is a Fellow of The Royal Society of Arts, holds a Foundation Degree in Equitation Science and is a Master of Arts in Publishing.  He is member of Nikon NPS and has been a Nikon user since the film days using a Nikon F5 and saw the digital transition with Nikon’s D series cameras and is still to this day the youngest member to be elected in to BEWA, The British Equestrian Writers’ Association.  He is familiar with and shows great interest in medium and large format photography with products by Phase One, Hasselblad, Alpa and Sinar and has used many cinema cameras from the likes of Sony, RED, ARRI and everything in between. His work covers the genres of Equestrian, Landscape, Abstract or Nature and combines nearly two decades of experience to offer exclusive limited-edition prints to the international stage from his film & digital photography.

How Crypto Is Playing A Role In Increasing Healthy Human Lifespans – Cointelegraph https://collincountynewsonline.com/how-crypto-is-playing-a-role-in-increasing-healthy-human-lifespans-cointelegraph/ It’s a question that’s infatuated scientists for decades: how can we prolong life expectancy — giving humans everywhere more years of good health? This field is known as longevity science, and within this industry, experts argue care which regards ageing as a normal but treatable ailment are rare — and of the approaches available, they can only be accessed by those who are highly educated and privileged. Just some of the key tenets that govern this approach to medicine involve therapeutics, personalized medicine, predictive diagnostics and artificial intelligence. The goal is to eliminate a “one size fits all” attitude toward treatment, and ensure that therapies are customized to an individual’s unique medical profile. This can matter in many different ways — to the best method for tackling cancer, to the food we eat and our risk of heart disease. And while predictive diagnostics offers an existing way of unlocking better patient outcomes, this often hinges upon using large amounts of anonymized data to determine what’s happened in the past, and how greater levels of success are achieved in the future. Bizarrely, there are parallels between cryptocurrencies and longevity science. You could argue that this approach to medicine is currently where digital assets were back in 2013 — a time when crypto discussion was confined to online message boards, niche group chats and convoluted whitepapers. Longevity researchers are excitedly sharing their findings with one another — and collaboration is taking place across sectors. Experts are keen to ensure that anyone with an interest in this nascent field can get involved and contribute. Educating the masses As in the crypto industry, a big challenge that longevity science faces is education — and simply explaining this concept to the public. This is a journey that takes time, effort, money and patience. Because of this, a dedicated event has been established so this cutting-edge concept can be discussed in an open forum. The Longevity Investors Conference is set to take place in Switzerland from Sept. 28-30. It’s being sponsored by Credit Suisse, and tickets can be paid for in cryptocurrency. It’s being organized by Marc P. Bernegger. He’s a founding partner of Maximon — a Swiss company that invests and builds in longevity-focused companies. Bernegger explored Bitcoin in 2012 and told Cointelegraph: “There is room for everyone. We can all travel the same path but take different approaches. It’s still the same narrative.” Just some of the items on the agenda include exploring the scientific meaning of longevity — and how this will affect individuals around the world in the long run. Discussions will also be held on how to cultivate investment in this fledgling space, and according to Bernegger, this is a field that’s of great interest to crypto enthusiasts. The conference aims to build bridges, and highlight how scientists play a vital role in ensuring that we can all benefit from longer lifespans and a healthy retirement. While there are business opportunities to be found, investors face a challenge because they’re not from a scientific background. Likewise, bright minds often need an entrepreneurial perspective in order to bring their genius concepts to market. Bernegger added: “There are a number of different perspectives — the entrepreneurs, the scientists, investors who bring money. They need a combination of everything. This sector appreciates new players. The more money there is, the more smart and serious people you have, the better. The industry is still finding itself. It is accessible now, and people are happy to help.” Why crypto is a good match It’s the science element that’s attracting early adopters of cryptocurrency to this space. The reason is simple: because many of these enthusiasts are forward looking, open minded and technology driven. Describing the initial days of crypto, Bernegger explained: “They were all in for the technology. It was not just speculative. They saw the potential of a peer-to-peer solution, and now they see the potential with regard to ageing.”  Indeed, blockchain technology also has the potential to enhance the quest to achieve longevity. Decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) have already been established that are funding research to support and commercialize therapeutics. This approach also ensures that donors can vote on the future direction of research projects. Even though the bear market has cast a long shadow over the crypto sector, many of those in this industry are firmly in the “BUIDL” phase. They’re using this opportunity to innovate, cultivate new products, and develop the trends that will drive the next bull run. Longevity science can be one of them — and according to Bernegger, pioneers know that paying close attention to health is far more important than the value of any token.  We already know that the rate of ageing can be controlled, to some extent, by genetic pathways and biochemical processes. But in the coming decades, there are still so many questions to be answered — and dots to be connected — in the quest to improve our quality of life, and ensure that anyone can access it.  The Longevity Investors Conference says attendance will be strictly limited to 100 hand-picked delegates, and they’ll be able to benefit from the insights of over 30 outstanding speakers. It’s a compelling opportunity to get to know the industry inside and out, all while establishing meaningful contacts with the best people in the field. It’s going to take place in Gstaad, one of the most exclusive Swiss mountain resorts, in a “one-of-a-kind setting” within a plush, five-star hotel, and world-class speakers flying in to attend and present. This includes members of the Longevity Science Foundation Visonary Board.. This nonprofit recently entered into a partnership with The Giving Block — tapping into a vital stream of crypto philanthropy. If you want to know how to add years to your life, and life to your years, this could be the most important conference you ever attend. Disclaimer. Cointelegraph does not endorse any content or product on this page. While we aim at providing you with all important information that we could obtain, readers should do their own research before taking any actions related to the company and carry full responsibility for their decisions, nor can this article be considered as investment advice.

These 7 States Have The Least Air Pollution In The U.S. – CNBC https://collincountynewsonline.com/these-7-states-have-the-least-air-pollution-in-the-u-s-cnbc/ Breathing cleaner air is vital to your long-term health: It’s essential for healthy lungs, improves cognitive function and can even make you happier.  The Natural Resources Defense Council also says cleaner air helps avoid an estimated 370,000 premature deaths in the U.S. each year and leads to 189,000 fewer hospital admissions for cardiac and respiratory illnesses, such as heart diseases, asthma or pneumonia.  In short, you can expect numerous benefits from living in an area with clean air. That’s good news for residents of several states, according to a new U.S. News and World Report analysis, which ranked all 50 states according to how polluted they are and the risk that pollution poses to their population’s health.  The ranking is based on 2019 data from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, which measured the total toxic chemical pollution generated in each state and the risks of long-term, chronic health effects — such as cancer and birth defects — posed to each state’s population per capita. Those measurements accounted for air and water emissions from manufacturing, electric power generation, mining and hazardous waste treatment, according to the U.S. News and World Report. They didn’t account for pollution from transportation, agriculture or small facilities like dry cleaners and auto body shops. Here are the seven least polluted states, according to the ranking: Vermont  New Hampshire South Dakota New Mexico Wyoming  California  Rhode Island  Vermont comes in first as the least polluted state in the nation, a fitting title for “The Green Mountain State” that is known for its pristine natural attractions. That ranking is consistent with other 2022 analyses: The American Lung Association (ALA) says Vermont’s cities are among the cleanest by air quality in the country, and have low levels of the most harmful and widespread types of air pollution. The state’s Burlington-South metro area in particular is one of only two U.S. cities that rank as the cleanest for the worst types of air pollution, which include particle pollution and ozone air pollution. New Hampshire’s status as the second-least polluted state may come as somewhat of a surprise. In 2022, the ALA said the state’s air quality got “mixed grades.” Overall, New Hampshire showed improvement in the ozone air pollution category, but three counties experienced higher long-term particle pollution — which is deadly — compared to the previous year, according to the ALA. Another surprise is California’s high ranking, considering that many of its cities rank among the country’s most polluted, according to the ALA. California may have more stringent emission standards than most states, but factors like wildfires and drought have been found to worsen the state’s air quality.  What’s not surprising is the state ranked as the most polluted in the U.S.: Louisiana. Several pieces of research point to the state’s poor air quality. For instance, a 2020 analysis by the Environmental Integrity Project found that Louisiana is home to four of the top ten “super polluter” chemical plants in the U.S. A 2019 ProPublica investigation also found that the number of plants in Louisiana with high emissions has actually increased since the 1980s, despite the overall number decreasing nationally. Sign up now: Get smarter about your money and career with our weekly newsletter Don’t miss: These 7 states have the worst air pollution in the U.S. These are the 10 best U.S. cities for Gen Zers based on affordability, internet speed and more The No. 1 city in the world to travel and work remotely is in the US—and it isn’t New York or LA

Publisher’s Word: New Changes In Medicine, In Technology, And Education – Mega Doctor News https://collincountynewsonline.com/publishers-word-new-changes-in-medicine-in-technology-and-education-mega-doctor-news/ Jeffrey SoRelle, M.D. Photo by UT Southwestern Mega Doctor News This Last year, pathologist Jeffrey SoRelle, M.D., and colleagues at UT Southwestern developed CoVarScan, a rapid COVID-19 test that detects the signatures of EIGHT hotspots on the SARS-CoV-2 virus. After testing CoVarScan on more than 4,000 patient samples collected at UTSW, the team reports in Clinical Chemistry that their test is as accurate as other methods used to diagnose COVID-19 and can successfully differentiate between all current variants of SARS-CoV-2. “Using this test, we can determine very quickly what variants are in the community and if a new variant is emerging,” said Dr. SoRelle, Assistant Professor of Pathology and senior author of the study.  Read more inside. In another field, a lab at the UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry is using leading computer-aided automation that includes a partnership with a major international digital prosthetics company to test cutting-edge milling equipment for making crowns and other dental restorations. The technology places the school ahead of most dental labs and at the forefront of a growing trend in digital dental care and education. So much more to read inside. More good news, the University of Texas System Board of Regents approved $145.7 million in funding for the UT Health RGV Cancer and Surgery Center (Center) project. This marks a significant step in the continued transformation of the Rio Grande Valley through education and access to health care that will have tremendous benefits for our families.  Last year, Senator Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa joined UTRGV President Guy Bailey in announcing the Center which will include oncology advisory services provided by The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. The UT Health RGV Cancer and Surgery Center is part of the phase 1 development of UTRGV’s McAllen Academic Medical Campus. Read the rest of the story inside. Valley Baptist Medical Center-Harlingen continues to provide education and support on the importance of breastfeeding for newborns and mothers of the community. The efforts to promote breast feeding are important pieces to providing comprehensive care to the mothers and newborns of south Texas, said Jennifer Bartnesky-Smith, Chief Strategy Officer for Valley Baptist Health System.  “As a mom of three, I fully understand the importance of breastfeeding for the health of not only baby and mom, but for the entire family. More information inside. More great news, Rio Grande Regional Hospital is one of the first health care facilities in the Rio Grande Valley to adopt the HeartFlow Analysis, a first-of-its-kind non-invasive technology to aid physicians in the diagnoses of coronary artery disease (CAD), the most common form of heart disease.  According to American Heart Association, CAD is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. The new non-invasive technology takes data from a patient’s coronary CTA and leverages algorithms to create a personalized, digital 3D model of the patient’s coronary arteries.  Within hours, a complete analysis is provided containing information on the extent of a patient’s arterial blockage and the impact on the blood flow to the heart.  Learn more details inside. Enjoy!

Frisco Wakeland Snaps Eight-Game Losing Streak Vs. Lone Star – The Dallas Morning News https://collincountynewsonline.com/frisco-wakeland-snaps-eight-game-losing-streak-vs-lone-star-the-dallas-morning-news/ By Rick Kretzschmar 11:07 PM on Sep 23, 2022 CDT Click or tap here to view the box score FRISCO — Frisco Wakeland defensive back Steel Littlejohn wanted respect for his team before Friday’s game against crosstown rival Frisco Lone Star. Wakeland, and especially Littlejohn, took that respect by force and for the first time the Wolverines can brag about a win over the Rangers. Littlejohn helped Wakeland make three big plays on defense that directly led to touchdowns, and a sharp offense led by quarterback Brennan Myer took care of the rest in a surprisingly one-sided 38-10 upset of state-ranked Lone Star in a District 6-5A-I game at the Ford Center at The Star. Littlejohn got the momentum going Wakeland’s way in the second quarter to start a 31-0 run. He recovered a fumble forced by Donovan Woolen at the Lone Star 22-yard line with 3:50 left in the frame and Wakeland running back Cooper Snyder ran it in on the next play. On Lone Star’s next drive, Littlejohn got an interception at the Wakeland 11-yard line and returned it 49 yards, setting up a 36-yard touchdown pass from Brennan Myer to a diving Hayden O’Neal with 19 seconds remaining. Littlejohn even iced the win by forcing and recovering a fumble at the Lone Star 9-yard line with 4:01 left, setting up a 1-yard touchdown run by Colby Perkes. “They pick on us ever year. It’s time they put some respect on our name,” Littlejohn said. “I played with a chip on my shoulder this game. This is one of the wins I wanted more than anything, and I owe this to my team. “This is a different feeling. This is a whole different experience and it’s special to me.” Wakeland (2-3, 1-2 in 6-5A-I) knocked off Lone Star after losing eight previous meetings going back to 2014, and avoided an 0-3 hole in district play. Lone Star (2-2, 0-2) ranked No. 9 in The Associated Press’ Class 5A Division I state poll and The Dallas Morning News’ Class 5A area poll, falls to 0-2 in district play for the first time since 2013. After passing for 411 yards and four touchdowns in a 41-37 loss to Frisco Reedy last week, Myer remained on a roll, going 21 for 28 on pass attempts for 277 yards and three touchdowns. The pass that put victory in sight was a 39-yard toss that O’Neal leaped and grabbed on Wakeland’s first drive in the second half, extending a drive capped by a 6-yard scoring lob to Snyder to extend Wakeland’s lead to 28-10. Wakeland tight end and SMU commit Tripp Riordan had eight receptions for 101 yards and a touchdown while Snyder contributed 110 yards rushing on 31 carries with one touchdown. Myer said his offensive line, led by tackle and University of Texas commit Connor Stroh and center Andrew Kirkland played its best game of the season. “Last week started to catch fire. All practice this week was perfect and making sure we executed,” Myer said. “Our line had a lot of fuel in them and they came out with something different tonight.” Injuries, which were a factor in Lone Star’s 13-7 loss to Frisco Reedy on Sept. 9, hit the Rangers again. Lone Star coach Jeff Rayburn said he had four starters out with injuries. Starting quarterback Gabriel Barrientes, playing in his first game since suffering a torn ACL against Texarkana Texas High on Aug. 25, appeared to aggravate the injury with 2:36 left in the first quarter and had to be helped off the field. Third-stringer Bennett Fryman took over as second-teamer Collin Blackstock was out because of an injury suffered against Burleson on Sept. 2. “I’ll never played say would have, could have, should have, but Wakeland was awful sharp and Brennan Myer made a lot of big plays,” Rayburn said. “My hat’s off to them.”’ Campbell Martin also had an interception for Wakeland while Thomas Jelinek had two tackles for loss. University of Arkansas commit Jaylen Braxton took a short Fryman pass 62 yards for a touchdown with 2:18 left in the first quarter and finished with 95 yards receiving for Lone Star. Alexander Adigun had a blocked punt for Lone Star to set up a 38-yard field goal by Chase Lanham that gave the Rangers a 10-7 lead with 8:43 left in the first half. Robert Sippio had two sacks for Lone Star, which plays Frisco Liberty on Thursday. Wakeland has a bye next week before playing Liberty on Oct. 6. On Twitter: @SportsDayHS Related:TXHSFB central: Final scores, top stories and more for area teams (Sep. 22-24) Find more high school sports coverage from The Dallas Morning News here. Sign up for our FREE HS newsletter

Discover Oklahoma: What’s New For The Fall At Robbers Cave State Park? – Oklahoman.com https://collincountynewsonline.com/discover-oklahoma-whats-new-for-the-fall-at-robbers-cave-state-park-oklahoman-com/ Dino Lalli  |  Guest columnist Having been born and raised in McAlester, our family would sometimes take trips to Robbers Cave State Park in Wilburton. I have vivid memories as a child of seeing the hilly woodlands of the San Bois Mountains of southeast Oklahoma. I remember seeing the lake for the first time and hearing the splash of the water and families having fun on a weekend. The area is full of pine trees and monolithic rocks. I remember being told the stories of why Robbers Cave was famous. Since my dad and I loved watching Westerns on television, you can imagine the eyes of a little boy hearing Robbers Cave was famous for being a former hideout for outlaws such as the Daltons, Jesse James and Belle Starr! While the massive rocks of Robbers Cave truly stand as a testament to time and never change, through the years like so many elements of life, change does occur. Renovations can bring about those changes, and here are a few of those important changes at Robbers Cave State Park. The park office has moved and will be located in the lodge for the foreseeable future. The lodge has been undergoing substantial renovations and will be opening in the very near future. Once open, lodge and cabin guests will be able to check in at the new park office, which will be at 2084 NW 146th Road. But because of limited access from the entrance gateway and parking lot size, the park has requested RV guests now proceed directly to their site rather than risk damage to their camping rig by driving through the lodge parking lot for check-in. “Having the park office in the lodge allows us to more centrally serve all our guests, whether they are camping, in an RV, cabin or tent,” says park manager Bobby Braly. “We’re very excited to have everyone out to see the new lodge after it opens this fall and enjoy this magical season in the park.” By the way, firewood will be available at the park office and at the camp store down by Lake Carlton, where guests can also pick up basic groceries, camping essentials and souvenirs. Robbers Cave also offers a few other unique stays such as a covered wagon and yurts. And remember, fishing in general is offered year-round at Robbers Cave, but during the winter months through mid-March, there is trout fishing on the lower stream. Want to see this countryside the way the outlaws did? Then take a trail ride. It is one thing to enjoy Robbers Cave or any state park in the summer. But if you have never taken the time to visit as temperatures cool, leaves change and fall gently takes hold, you are really missing out on what can be an incredibly relaxing getaway or vacation. For a list of all the state parks, their accommodations options, and activities, just go to travelok.com. Dino Lalli is the co-host and one of the feature reporters for the weekly television travel show “Discover Oklahoma.”

Openings And Closings: Business Happenings Around Region | Business News | Wfmz.com – 69News WFMZ-TV https://collincountynewsonline.com/openings-and-closings-business-happenings-around-region-business-news-wfmz-com-69news-wfmz-tv-2/ From new apartments being approved to restaurants reopening and ready to serve, here’s your weekly look at what’s happening with businesses in your neighborhood. APARTMENT AND RETAIL BUILDING: 128 E. Third St., Bethlehem The Bethlehem Historic Conservation Commission granted a “COA” or certificate of appropriateness to Rocco Ayvazov‘s plan for a six-story building with apartments and retail space in South Bethlehem. Ayvazov’s Monocacy Development will demolish an existing structure and put up a new building with 55 apartments and retail space on the first floor. The plan has no on-site parking. Read the full story. *** ARTSQUEST BANANA FACTORY: 25 W. Third St., Bethlehem The historic conservation commission also approved materials and designs for ArtsQuest’s new cultural center.  The new center will take the place of the Banana Factory, which was named for its former use as a banana warehouse. The planned 73,485-square-foot building will face West Third Street. It will connect to another one-story building facing Northampton Street, a small road between Second and Third streets. The expected price is $22.1 million. Six buildings will be demolished to make way for the new center. Bethlehem’s historic conservation commission is an appointed advisory board. City Council makes final building decisions. Get all the details. *** CAPO & CO.: 1375 Chestnut St., Emmaus The gangster-themed restaurant held a ribbon-cutting with the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce on Thursday. The speakeasy-style bar and restaurant serves pizza, burgers and sandwiches. Owner Antonio Mannino, who formerly ran Italiano Delite, decided to convert his restaurant into a 1920s-era theme bar. Mannino, a native of Sicily, was inspired to create the gangster-style bar and restaurant while watching an episode of the TV show, “Bar Rescue.” *** CRAYOLA EXPERIENCE: 30 Centre Square, Easton An attraction that started in downtown Easton may go global. Crayola said it has reached a licensing agreement for at least five more Crayola Experience venues over the next five years. Those will be within the U.S., but global expansion is a possibility, the company said in a statement.  The first Crayola Experience opened in Easton. Since then, Crayola has expanded to Orlando, Florida; Plano, Texas; Mall of American in Minnesota, and Chandler, Arizona. Hallmark Cards owns Crayola, which used to be known as Binney & Smith. Find out more. *** CURALEAF: 1801 Airport Road, Hanover Township, Lehigh County A marijuana dispensary has taken the place of the old Chess N Checkers bar on Airport Road. Curaleaf operates 137 dispensaries, including 18 in Pennsylvania. The Airport Road dispensary is only for patients with Pennsylvania medical-marijuana cards. Brands of cannabis available include Grassroots, Select and the company’s namesake line. Read more. *** MS. VELVET’S CAFÉ: 239 N. Fourth St., Allentown The new downtown Allentown cafe held a grand opening Tuesday in conjunction with the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce. Owner Carlos Marrero named the new restaurant in honor of his sister Ruby, who died in 2017 after a hit-and-run accident.  Marrero has extensive experience in the food industry and opening his own place as been a dream for more than 20 years.  Ms. Velvet’s Cafe is open Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Get the full story. *** PRESSED BOUQUET SHOP: 6330 Hedgewood Drive, Suite 220, Upper Macungie Township Pressed Bouquet recently held a ribbon-cutting with the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce. The business has specialists who preserve flowers from special occasions such as weddings. Options include pressed floral-resin coasters, a pressed-flower serving tray, framed flowers and more. *** RIVER HILLS ESTATE: 3017 Farmersville Road, Bethlehem Township The township’s board of commissioners has now approved the subdivision plan twice. The board voted again Monday because of a surveying error in an earlier plan for 80 homes on 29 acres on Farmersville Road. River Hills is a Kay Builders plan for 44 single-family dwellings and 36 multi-family units on 29 acres near Shannon Avenue. Read more. *** SKYLINE WEST: 143 W. Broad St., Bethlehem Bethlehem City Council delayed a decision on a COA, or “certificate of appropriateness,” for the apartment complex proposed by developer Dennis Benner, his developer sons Garrett and Brandon, and Musikfest founder Jeffrey Parks. Their plan is for 40 apartments in a five-story building overlooking Monocacy Creek and the city’s Moravian industrial quarter. Concerns about whether the project could jeopardize Bethlehem’s earnings a spot as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognizing the Moravian site, have been raised. Earlier, the city planning commission said its responsibility to review Skyline West did not include consideration of World Heritage status. World Heritage status would draw attention and tourists to historic Bethlehem, advocates have said. Council will review the COA again Oct. 4. Skyline West, southwest of the Broad Street Bridge, has been under review in one form or other since at least 2018. Get the full story. *** IDEAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT: 196 Beaver Dam Road, Long Pond The Pocono Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting for Ideal Property Management on Thursday. Ideal is a manager of vacation rental properties.  *** KEYBANK: 372 Delaware Ave., Palmerton The bank branch will close Dec. 2 as KeyBank and other companies move toward Internet finance. Accounts at the Palmerton branch will be transferred to other KeyBank locations. KeyBank is a subsidiary of KeyCorp, a Cleveland-based company. Read more. *** KEYBANK: 209 N. Main St., Sellersville Another bank branch will close, this one on Dec. 2, with accounts being transferred to other KeyBank locations. KeyBank said branches remain important to its business, but the bricks-and-mortar network is being “optimized” as many customers prefer digital banking. KeyBank has about 1,000 branches and 1,300 ATMs. *** REGAL CINEMAS: Off Route 309, Richland Township The Quakertown-area theater has closed after its parent company, Cineworld, filed for bankruptcy. The company cited the disruption of the Covid-19 pandemic for a decline in attendance.  A post on the theater’s website said moviegoers should check out the Regal Warrington Crossing location. In 2020, Cineworld temporarily closed all theaters because of financial losses from the pandemic. Get all the details. *** SAINT ROCCO’S TREATS: 6026 Easton Rd., Pipersville The gourmet kitchen for dogs will hold a ribbon-cutting Friday, Oct. 14 from noon to 1 p.m., in conjunction with the Upper Bucks County Chamber of Commerce. Founded by brothers Kolby and Kaleb Rush, St. Rocco’s offers treats baked fresh weekly, fresh-frozen dog food and more. To attend, register via the chamber’s website. *** CATCH 22: 1102 Route 22, and KEY CITY DINER: 985 Route 22, Lopatcong Township Warren County lost two Route 22 diners on the same day. One has been a landmark along the highway for years, and the other was just about to open.   Catch 22 burned first. The diner, not yet fully open, caught fire early that morning. The owner said the fire started in a neon sign. Later that day, the Key City Diner caught fire. That restaurant has been operated by the same family for 22 years. Owners at both diners say they plan to restore their businesses and reopen. Find out more. *** SULLIVAN’S ON THE MAIN: 371 S. Main St., Phillipsburg After 22 years, the casual restaurant has been sold. COVID-19 shutdowns, then owner Mack Sullivan’s own case of long COVID led to closing. What will take the place of the restaurant was not posted on Sullivan’s website.  “We will miss your great food and good service,” a customer wrote on Facebook. Check the restaurant’s social-media posts for information on redeeming certificates. Read more. ***

Florence Pugh’s 5 Beauty Secrets For Flawless Skin – Women’s Health https://collincountynewsonline.com/florence-pughs-5-beauty-secrets-for-flawless-skin-womens-health/ Women’s Health may earn commission from the links on this page, but we only feature products we believe in. Why Trust Us? Christine Giordano x Getty With so many acting credits under Florence Pugh’s belt— from her breakout role in 2019’s Midsommar to her later performances in Little Women and Black Widow—it’s puzzling to think about how she keeps her mental and physical health in check while juggling so many projects and appearances. If you’re like us and also can’t help but wonder how the the Don’t Worry Darling star’s skin remains so clear throughout it all, it’s likely because of her superb skincare routine. Florence has a pretty in-depth method for keeping her skin glowing, but she isn’t afraid to keep it real, either. She’s frequently shared photos on social media where her real skin texture is showing. Because pores: Completely normal. Read ahead to learn about Florence Pugh’s go-to skincare and beauty products. More From Women’s Health She prioritizes making sure her acne is under control. Florence isn’t afraid to let the world know that even she gets a pesky pimple every once in a while. Back in April, the 26-year-old posted an Instagram story of her makeup-free face with three pimple patches on it, joking that she uses them to cover up blemishes almost daily. “I should thank spot stickers in my credits because I truly thank them daily,” she captioned the selfie. These stickers are a super easy way to clear up acne in a pinch, as they often cover pimples with a hydrocolloid and/or salicylic acid shield to draw out impurities like oil and pus. Starface Hydro-Stars + Salicylic Acid Star Patch Starface Hydro-Stars + Salicylic Acid Star Patch She prefers more lightweight complexion products. Florence’s red carpet looks typically focus on “enhancing her natural beauty, and that starts with a fresh skin base,” her makeup artist, Naoko Scintu, told Refinery29. For her skin, she uses the Omorovicza Oxygen Booster, which is “like a lightweight plumping serum made from natural minerals sourced in Budapest,” according to Scintu. The serum rejuvenates and hydrates the skin before other products are applied on top. Omorovicza Oxygen Booster Omorovicza Oxygen Booster Credit: COURTESY Following the serum, Scintu will use the Omorovicza Balancing Moisturiser, which moisturizes the skin while also controlling shine. Omorovicza Balancing Moisturiser Omorovicza Balancing Moisturiser Now 34% Off Credit: COURTESY She never forgets to wear sunscreen. Many of the complexion products she wears typically contain SPF to keep her skin safe from sun damage. Scintu finds that Suqqu’s Nude Wear Liquid SPF gives Florence’s skin the perfect dewy look. “The finish is beautiful—so lightweight and fresh,” she told Refinery29. Plus, it’s light enough that it doesn’t cause her any breakouts, so it’s a win-win. SUQQU Nude Wear Liquid Foundation SUQQU Nude Wear Liquid Foundation Credit: COURTESY There’s a reason her skin never looks oily. Like a lot of us, the actor’s T-zone tends to become especially oily over time, so Scintu uses Jurlique Rose Silk Finishing Powder on her whenever she does her glam. “It’s clean and natural, made with only Australian botanical ingredients, so it mattifies excess oil without clogging pores,” she told Refinery29. Jurlique Rose Silk Translucent Setting Powder Jurlique Rose Silk Translucent Setting Powder Credit: COURTESY It also helps that Scintu chooses cream-based formulas for cheek color and blush because they highlight her skin’s real texture but add a little pop. She’ll choose lip balm over lip gloss almost every time. Florence also prefers more neutral tones than bright pigments, per Refinery29. That’s why Scintu frequently turns to the Suqqu Moisture Rich Lipstick. “It’s a peachy tone that’s sheer but moisturizing, and gives a healthy shine,” she said. Even for the Venice Film Festival, Florence and Babsky opted for the Rosso Valentino Refillable Lipstick in 108A “Living Nude” which complemented her look without taking away from her other striking features. Valentino Rosso Valentino Refillable Lipstick Valentino Rosso Valentino Refillable Lipstick Credit: COURTESY Addison Aloian (she/her) is an editorial assistant at Women’s Health. When she’s not writing about all things pop culture, health, beauty, and fashion, she loves hitting leg day at the gym, shopping at Trader Joe’s, and watching whichever hockey game is on TV. Her work has also appeared in Allure, StyleCaster, L’Officiel USA, V Magazine, and Modern Luxury Media.  Advertisement – Continue Reading Below Advertisement – Continue Reading Below