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Forget LEDs, researchers from the University of Michigan have developed a new type of incandescent light bulb. The device is capable of emitting elliptically polarized light, described as "twisted" light. The word "twisted" (aka " ") describes the clockwise and counterclockwise rotation of the light's electric waves that mirror each other as it travels. By contrast, traditional light sources emit unpolarized light or linearly polarized light. It sounds weird, but this new design has the potential to transform optics and photonics. The bulb produces this twisted form of polarized light due to the intricate engineering of the filament itself. By integrating micro- and nanoscale twists into the tungsten filament structure, the light wave inherits that helical shape, effectively making it elliptically polarized. Changing the light's polarization characteristics in this manner mimics things found in nature, like the ridiculously sophisticated and specialized vision of the . With 12 types of photoreceptors (compared to humans' piddly three – red, green, and blue), mantis shrimp can see all the colors, including parts of the ultraviolet and infrared spectrum. They can even detect circular polarized light. All of this excellent visual information makes them lethal underwater hunters (not to mention about 100 times harder than a human, but that's for another story, another time). We've all heard of polarized sunglasses, and the consensus is generally that they're better than non-polarized sunglasses. Yes and no, depending on your usage. Polarized light is simply the waves of light oscillating in a specific direction. Direct sunlight is usually scattered in all directions, but when sunlight hits water, the light reflects linearly and the waves travel to your eyes from the water's surface in a mostly uniform fashion, making it seem brighter or harsher to your eyes. The glassier the water or more reflective the surface, the more uniform the polarization goes straight into your eyeballs. This is why polarized sunglasses work so much better at the beach or lake or while driving. Next time you're wearing your polarized sunglasses – which are generally designed for horizontal polarized light – look at a reflective window, then and you'll see how they work in action. But back to why this old tech with a new twist is cool ... As mentioned earlier, certain animals are sensitive to polarized light. Bees, ants and birds, among others, use it for navigation. Octopi, fish and more use it to hunt or hide. The list goes on. One of the most promising uses of this twisted light technology is in robotic vision systems, giving robots the ability to see in spectrums similar to these specialized animals. Elliptically polarized light can better a robot's ability to interpret its environment far better than scattered light, by providing more layers of information. For example, it could improve object detection and surface texture recognition by providing more contrast. If you've ever used a camera with autofocus and you just couldn't seem to get it to focus on something plain or flat, it's usually because there isn't enough contrast for the sensor to distinguish how far away it is. The better that robotic vision systems can see, the better the results for activities like autonomous navigation or machine learning. Twisted light would be like throwing a 3-dimensional grid onto an object that robotic vision could map with far better precision. And mantis shrimp. "These findings, for example, could be important for an autonomous vehicle to tell the , which emit light with similar wavelengths but different helicity because deer fur has a different curl from our fabric," said Nicholas Kotov, Professor and director at the NSF Center of Complex Particles and Particle Systems, and co-author of the study. Robotics aside, this type of light has the potential for improving other imaging technologies such as more detailed medical diagnostics and materials science images. Communication system improvements are equally significant. Polarized light is already used in fiber optics and data transmission to carry more data on a single line. The ability to control light polarization with such precision could lead to more channels on existing infrastructure, making data rates faster and more secure. Incandescent lights, seemingly old and obsolete in the age of LEDs, have found purpose again to potentially brighten our future. But don't go digging out your hundred-year-old light bulbs from the closet just yet, there's still more work to be done. Source:Jimmy Carter, the 39th US president, has died at 100Adam McKay Warns 'Wicked' May Be Banned Because of Political Climate

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. , Dec. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR), global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, announced today that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.225 per outstanding share of Carrier common stock. The dividend will be payable on February 7, 2025 to shareowners of record at the close of business on December 20, 2024 . Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.

COLLEGE PARK — Off to its best start in six years, the Maryland women’s basketball team took the court Sunday against No. 19 Michigan State looking to prove its unbeaten record was more than the result of a relatively soft early-season schedule. In their first major test in more than a month, the No. 8 Terps built a large early lead, took the Spartans’ best counterpunch and pulled it out in the end, getting key plays down the stretch — including a layup by Christina Dalce with 36 seconds left — to help secure a hard-earned 72-66 win before an announced 9,200 at Xfinity Center. “Every league game is going to be like this. It’s going to be every possession matters,” Maryland coach Brenda Frese said. “I thought we were really resilient when you talk about staying the course for 40 minutes.” “Confidence can’t be shaken when you have so much trust and love for each other, and I think we proved that tonight,” guard Shyanne Sellers said. “I think we put our best foot forward today. It’s huge ... It’s a great win for us, but we’re not done yet.” With the win, the Terps (2-0 in the Big Ten) are off to a 12-0 start for the first time since 2018, despite a roster that includes 10 newcomers and seven transfers. To match the school-record 18-0 start of 2006, however, they still have plenty of work ahead of them, with tough matchups against No. 4 Southern California and No. 5 Texas on tap over the next three weeks. “It’s one of the most competitive groups I’ve ever coached,” Frese said. “It’s not really about being undefeated. Of course, we love it. ... I think it shows the work that they’re putting in. But for us, as long as we just continue to keep our head down and work hard through this process, I think that’s where you’re seeing the results pay off. This group hates to lose, and that’s where you want to be as a coaching staff.” Maryland forward Christina Dalce celebrates with Saylor Poffenbarger against Michigan State on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024, at Xfinity Center in College Park. (Courtesy of Maryland Athletics) Maryland guard Kaylene Smikle drives against Michigan State on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024, at Xfinity Center in College Park. (Courtesy of Maryland Athletics) Maryland guard Bri McDaniel puts up a shot against Michigan State on Sunday. (Courtesy of Maryland Athletics) Maryland guard Shyanne Sellers drives against Michigan State on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024, at Xfinity Center in College Park. (Courtesy of Maryland Athletics) Maryland guard Kaylene Smikle celebrates a basket against Michigan State on Sunday at Xfinity Center in College Park. Smikle scored a team-high 19 points. (Courtesy of Maryland Athletics) Maryland coach Brenda Frese waves during a game against Michigan State on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024, at Xfinity Center in College Park. (Courtesy of Maryland Athletics) Maryland forward Christina Dalce celebrates with Saylor Poffenbarger against Michigan State on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024, at Xfinity Center in College Park. (Courtesy of Maryland Athletics) Kaylene Smikle scored 19 points to lead four players in double figures for the Terps, who built a 37-20 lead after a pair of free throws by Bri McDaniel (12 pounds) midway through the second quarter. But Michigan State (11-2, 1-1) clawed back into it with intense half-court defense, forcing 15 second-half turnovers and scoring nine straight points to open the fourth quarter. When Spartans guard Theryn Hallock (20 points) drained a 3-pointer from the top of the key with 6:06 to play, Michigan State had tied it at 57. In desperate need of a score, the Terps turned to guard Saylor Poffenbarger, who answered with a 3-pointer of her own to break a 4:54 scoreless streak to start the fourth quarter and give her team the lead for good. “Ironically, we had a whole lesson about momentum yesterday,” Poffenbarger said. “They obviously were going on a run, and I think just getting the momentum back on our side was really important for us. I think that shot did that for us.” Almost. The Spartans still one more run in them, getting the lead to two when Jadden Simmons sank a 3-pointer with 51 seconds left. The Terps, however, were then able to close it out, with Dalce first scoring a key layup, then stealing the ball from Hallock in the paint at the other end. Teammates Sarah Te-Biasu and Sellers each hit one of two free throws to seal the win, as the Terps closed out the game with 15 of the final 24 points. All told, Michigan State shot 32% from the field, including 6 of 24 from 3-point range. “It was probably one of our better defensive efforts,” Frese said. “You could tell the will to really get stops at the defensive end.” The schedule only becomes more difficult from here, with six more opponents currently ranked in the Associated Press Top 25. There are now six other Big Ten teams in the poll. “It will be the hardest conference slate we’ve ever faced, [and] I love to be facing it with this team,” Frese said. “With 18 conference games [and] only one team is a double, every gamer matters. Now you have head-to-head if it comes down to a tiebreaker with Michigan State. ... Our players love to be in these games, in these big moments. Fortunately for us, there’s a lot more to go.” Have a news tip? Contact sports editor C.J. Doon at cdoon@baltsun.com , 410-332-6200 and x.com/CJDoon . UP NEXT Rutgers at No. 8 Maryland Thursday, 7 p.m. Stream: Big Ten PlusAngel Yin was making putts from across the green and threatening to build a big lead until Jeeno Thitikul finished eagle-birdie for a 9-under 63 to share the lead Saturday going into the final round of the CME Group Tour Championship with US$4 million on the line. Yin had a 69 after another day of big putts and one chip-in from some 60 feet for eagle on the par-5 sixth hole that put her comfortably ahead at Tiburon Golf Club. She holed a 30-footer on the eighth hole, another birdie from about 25 feet on the ninth hole and another one from the 30-foot range on the 12th. Thitikul seemed to be an afterthought until she lit it up on the back nine for a 30. The Thai started the back nine with three straight bogeys, but she made up quick ground at the end with her eagle on the reachable par-5 17th and a birdie on the closing hole. The birdie briefly gave her the lead until Yin made birdie on the 17th to join her. They were tied at 15-under 201, three shots head of Ruoning Yin, who birdied her last two for a 66. Charley Hull had seven birdies in her round of 66 and was at 11-under 205, along with Narin An of South Korea. Nelly Korda, who got back into the mix on Friday after a sluggish start, lost ground with a 69 on a pleasant day that left her six shots back going into the final round. Korda has won four of her seven LPGA titles this year coming from behind. This could be a tall order. At stake is the richest payoff in women's golf, $4 million to the winner, nearly as much as Korda has made all year in her seven-victory season. Thitikul already picked up a $1 million bonus this week through the Aon Risk-Reward Challenge, a competition based on how players score on a designated hole each week. Now she could leave Florida with a total of $5 million. "Actually, $1 million is really good enough for me," Thitikul said. "If I can get more, it's definitely going to be a nice, because as my team know I spend a lot of money. That's why I have to keep playing good golf, like spending on shopping day." Angel Yin heard plenty of cheers for her long birdie putts, and the chip-in for eagle. She also was helped by a couple of pars after bad drives. She went well to the left at No. 10, did well to blast out on a blind shot just short of the green and then got up-and-down with a pitch to 4 feet. And then on the 13th, another tee shot went well to the left. She tried to get it back in play from just in front of some bushes, and from 50 yards hit wedge to about 15 feet. She holed that putt, too, that kept her in front. "I'm scoring still," Yin said. "Making some mistakes, but saving a bunch, so a lot of positives."

I’M A Celeb fans rejoiced tonight when Coleen Rooney used her detective skills to sniff out a huge camp secret. The mum gained the nickname Wagatha Christie for her ingenious social media sting to uncover the source of leaked stories about her. She entered I'm A Celebrity last week, and is the highest-paid contestant in the show's history. Over the past three days I'm A Celeb late arrivals, Maura Higgins and Reverend Richard Coles have been sleeping on the floor in the supposedly disgusting Jungle Junkyard. The Love Island star, 33, and priest, 62, met most of their co-stars for the first time in Friday's episode, including Coleen, Danny Jones, GK Barry, Dean McCullough, Tulisa Contostavlos, Alan Halsall, and Oti Mabuse. But Coleen, wife of football legend Wayne Rooney, soon picked up on the fact that something was off. READ MORE ON I'M A CELEB Maura and Richard, along with Dean - who had moved into Jungle Junkyard - were in fact lying about the conditions in their separate camp. After spending a few minutes in their company, Coleen returned with her campmates, some of whom haven't washed since landing in the jungle, and said: "To be honest they looked better than I'd seen them yesterday. Maura smelled nice. "They got this look, I just think they're not telling us the truth. "I don't know, they've just got this content look. There's something going on." Most read in I’m A Celebrity 2024 She added in the Bush Telegraph: “I came out of there not convinced that they were living in those conditions.” The moment sent viewers into meltdown, with one posting a video of footballer Thierry Henry celebrating a goal for Arsenal. They captioned it on X: "Coleen Rooney coming out of retirement to put her Wagatha Christie hat back on to rustle the luxury Junkyard camp mates." Another said: "It’s lucky for Jack the Ripper that Coleen wasn’t around back then!" A third raved: "Of course Coleen will be first to crack the case. Wagatha's back!" One more echoed: "Not Coleen going full on Wagatha Christie and sussing out their lie ahah!" Maura and Richard's camp, the original Snake Rock, has been transformed into the Jungle Junkyard. The pair have been given cosy beds, a fridge full of snacks, a sofa and a two-ring hob for cooking. It's also covered from the storm that has been battering the camp. Meanwhile, the main camp have been sleeping in the rain and on rations of rice and beans, after Dean failed to bring back many stars from his Bushtucker Trials. To read Rebekah Vardy's columns on this year's I'm A Celeb, click here. The Sun columnist Jane Moore asked Coleen about the infamous ‘It’s.... Rebekah Vardy’ Instagram post in camp this week. As Coleen opened up, internet personality GK Barry questioned if she'd been scared to make the post. She replied: “No, because I just didn’t think it would have the impact it did, because I was just that sick and tired of it, it was draining. “That was my worst nightmare to go to court . “I felt like it was like putting on a show for the whole world.” The social media post on October 9, 2019 explained how Coleen had turned detective to catch out a friend who was leaking stories. It saw her dubbed Wagatha Christie and led to the 2022 trial in the High Court . Coleen added: “What got me, over the whole thing, was it became a bit of a joke and that’s really disappointing, it wasn’t a joke for me. "No one knew the full story.” READ MORE SUN STORIES The judge ruled in favour of Rooney, dismissing Vardy’s claim and ordered her to pay 90 per cent of the legal costs - a bill the women are still wrangling over today. Sunday's I'm A Celebrity launch episode saw Wagatha Christie brought up almost instantly.

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Santa Clara, CA and Kyoto, Japan, Nov. 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ROHM Semiconductor and Valeo, a leading automotive technology company, today announced they are collaborating to propose and optimize the next generation of power modules for electric motor inverters using their combined expertise in power electronics management. As a first step, ROHM will provide its 2-in-1 Silicon Carbide (SiC) molded module TRCDRIVE packTM to Valeo for future powertrain solutions. Valeo is broadening access to efficient, electrified mobility across various vehicle types and markets from the smallest one (ebikes), through the mainstream (passenger cars) to the largest one (eTrucks). By combining Valeo's expertise in mechatronics, thermal management and software development with ROHM's power modules, Valeo drives the power electronics solution forward, contributing to the performance, efficiency, and decarbonization of automotive systems worldwide. ROHM and Valeo have been collaborating since 2022, initially focusing on technical exchanges aimed at improving the performance and efficiency of the motor inverter – a key component in the propulsion systems of electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs). By refining power electronics, both companies aim to offer optimized cost/performance by delivering higher energy efficiency, reducing heat generation thanks to an optimized cooling and mechatronic integration, and increasing overall reliability with a SiC packaging. "We are pleased to support Valeo, a renowned automotive supplier, with our power semiconductors. ROHM's TRCDRIVE pack provides high power density, leading to an improved power efficiency. Together, we contribute to the development of highly efficient powertrains by fostering the collaboration with Valeo," said Wolfram HARNACK, President ROHM Semiconductor GmbH. "This partnership marks, for Valeo Power Division, a significant step forward in delivering advanced and high-efficient power electronics," says Xavier DUPONT, Valeo Power Division CEO. "Together, we aim to set new industry standards for high voltage inverters and accelerate the transition towards more efficient and affordable electric mobility." These evolutions are all essential to supporting the growing demand for longer range, faster charging capabilities and, overall, a high-performance and an affordable inverter for BEVs and PHEVs. Valeo will start supplying a first series project in early 2026. ROHM and Valeo will contribute to the improvement of efficiency and downsizing of Valeo's next generation of xEV inverters. Background on ROHM's TRCDRIVE pack TRCDRIVE pack is a trademark for ROHM's SiC molded module developed for traction inverter drives. This product features high power density and a unique terminal configuration, solving the key challenges of traction inverters in terms of miniaturization, higher efficiency, and fewer person-hours. Because SiC enables low-loss power conversion under high-voltage conditions, combining Valeo's component technology, casing design and thermal management expertise with ROHM's power module creates a synergistic effect. Through both companies' collaboration in automotive power electronics, they contribute to achieving a decarbonized society by enhancing the performance and efficiency of the motor inverter. More information is available at: https://www.rohm.com/news-detail?news-title=2024-06-11_news_trcdrive-pack&defaultGroupId=false TRCDRIVE packTM is a trademark or registered trademark of ROHM Co., Ltd. About Valeo Valeo is a technology company and partner to all automakers and new mobility players worldwide. The company innovates to make mobility safer, smarter and more sustainable. Valeo enjoys technological and industrial leadership in electrification, driving assistance systems, reinvention of the interior experience and lighting everywhere. These four areas, vital to the transformation of mobility, are the Group's growth drivers. https://www.valeo.com/ Valeo in figures: 22 billion euros in sales in 2023 | 109 600 employees, 28 countries, 159 plants, 64 research and development centers and 19 distribution platforms (June 30, 2024). Valeo is listed on the Paris stock Exchange. About ROHM Semiconductor ROHM, a leading semiconductor and electronic component manufacturer, was established in 1958. From the automotive and industrial equipment markets to the consumer and communication sectors, ROHM supplies ICs, discretes, and electronic components featuring superior quality and reliability through a global sales and development network. The company's strengths in the analog and power markets allow ROHM to propose optimized solutions for entire systems that combine peripheral components (i.e., transistors, diodes, resistors) with the latest SiC power devices, as well as drive ICs that maximize their performance. https://www.rohm.com/ Attachment Strong Partnership © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.COLLABORATION (From left) Singaporean Ambassador Constance See; Robbie Goh, provost of Singapore University for Social Sciences; Francis Kong, cofounder of INSPIRE Leadership Consultancy; Kathleen Yao, founder of TLE Singapore and Lisset Laus-Velasco, CEO of Laus Group of Companies, at the launch of Success Academy Manila on Sept. 26 —VANESSA B. HIDALGO For organizations to thrive amid the backdrop of technological disruption, business leaders must embrace continuous learning to forge new ways of thinking and effectively deal with changes led by artificial intelligence (AI)-driven innovations. Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) says that business leaders can create “conditions for success” despite the presence of the AI wild card through networking and regional collaboration. Moreover, SUSS is keen on paving new pathways for learning experiences and real-world training opportunities for students, working professionals and executives in the Philippines and Singapore through its graduate and professional certificate programs. READ: Marcos, Singapore’s Wong discuss partnership on aid, climate change Through Success Academy Manila, SUSS wants to build bridges for academic and industry partners from both countries to enhance education and foster cross-border opportunities. Success Academy Manila is part of a series of academy openings by SUSS across Asia. Last year, the university established three academies: in Ho Chi Minh City, Beijing and Shenzhen. In the coming months, SUSS will also launch hubs in Mumbai, Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur. “SUSS is an autonomous university and a state university charged with the mission of doing social good [and] delivering social impact. But few people know that we are actually a leading institution in continuing and adult education,” explains Yap Meen Sheng, assistant provost at SUSS. The SUSS Success Academy also launched a new joint professional certificate program in collaboration with The Little Entrepreneur Pte Ltd (TLE) and Inspire Leadership Consultancy Inc. (Inspire). The Level Up Executive Leadership Program is a 12-week executive certificate program designed to equip senior business leaders with advanced leadership strategies and practical tools to navigate the challenging business environment. TLE Singapore has been designing workshops for students, educators and social entrepreneurs throughout Southeast Asia and China since 2002. Kathleen Yao, a Filipina who is the founder and director of TLE Singapore, says in a media roundtable discussion that AI now underpins all the changes that are happening in the industry. “There’s a lot of people who fear that with this efficiency, we may lose jobs indefinitely,” she adds. The Institute for Management Development World Competitiveness Center says in a report that economies will experience job displacements when AI systems learn to handle more tasks performed by humans, such as data analysis and customer service. Although job losses due to AI-led automation are becoming more certain, Yao says that there is still room to create new jobs in the process. “But what are these new jobs? This is what we’re asking the C-suite level people to think about. You’re not just thinking about saving money; you’re thinking about growing your company. You still need people, but your people would just be doing different things,” she explains. Set to begin in March 2025, the program will feature 10 in-person sessions at SMX Convention Center Aura, followed by four immersive days in Singapore, where participants will engage with Singaporean companies and industry leaders. It features modules conducted in both countries. It also combines best practices and cross-cultural insights from industry experts on topics such as: leading the company of the future, generative AI, megatrends and foresight, marketing 5.0 and market dynamics in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, China and India. Participants are seen to benefit from personalized support, including one-on-one virtual mentorship with key facilitators such as Francis Kong, cofounder of Inspire Leadership Consultancy, which is a training provider for the country’s top 1,000 companies. Yao shares that young blood will be circulating in the workplace by 2025 as the millennials and Gen Zs assume leadership of several companies. The next-gen leaders will bring to the table their progressive beliefs and a deep desire to create a more equitable society. However, she says that even in the age of AI, the well-being of young leaders must be prioritized because they do not share the same level of emotional resilience and intelligence as their predecessors. “As we move [toward] artificial intelligence using technology, leaders have to continuously develop genuine care,” adds Yao. There is now a need to recalibrate the workplace with a unique set of hard and soft skills, as well as address key issues such as mental health. “More companies now have intervention mechanisms that can deal with mental health issues. We’re getting to the point where bosses now are learning to respect a little bit more of the private space of their people without imposing too much,” Kong says. He asks leaders not to take it against them when team members seek help. “Asking for help now is not a sign of weakness, but it’s a sign of honesty. We just need to train them and to let them know how to do it better.” “Level up” also includes company immersions to expose C-suite leaders to how Singaporean companies operate, noting that this is an opportunity for Filipino leaders to foster international collaborations through joint ventures. Subscribe to our daily newsletter By providing an email address. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . “There’s an ongoing hunger for other organizations to enter the Philippine market but they just don’t know whom to talk to. However, when two business people meet, that’s when the magic happens. Hopefully, [the program] will be a venue for them to have that kind of trust,” says Jeff Manhilot, president of Inspire.

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. , Dec. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR ), global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, announced today that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.225 per outstanding share of Carrier common stock. The dividend will be payable on February 7, 2025 to shareowners of record at the close of business on December 20, 2024 . "Today's 18% dividend increase further demonstrates our commitment to disciplined capital allocation," said Carrier Chairman & CEO David Gitlin . "After successfully executing on our transformation, we remain laser-focused on delivering outsized value for our customers, employees, and shareowners." Carrier Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating solutions that matter for people and our planet for generations to come. From the beginning, we've led in inventing new technologies and entirely new industries. 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This begins the Christmas Eve Mass. The ceremony inaugurates the once-every-25-year tradition of a Jubilee. Francis has dedicated the 2025 Jubilee to the theme of hope. Bethlehem marks a second subdued Christmas Eve during the war in Gaza BETHLEHEM, West Bank (AP) — Bethlehem is marking another somber Christmas Eve under the shadow of war in Gaza. Manger Square lacked its usual festive lights and crowds of tourists on Tuesday. Instead, the area outside the Nativity Church was quiet. The church was built atop the spot where Jesus is believed to have been born. The war, the violence in the occupied West Bank it has spurred and the lack of festivities has deeply hurt Bethlehem's economy. The town relies heavily on Christmas tourism. The economy in the West Bank was already reeling because of restrictions placed on laborers preventing them from entering Israel during the war. Heavy travel day starts with brief grounding of all American Airlines flights WASHINGTON (AP) — American Airlines briefly grounded flights nationwide due to a technical problem just as the Christmas travel season kicked into overdrive and winter weather threatened more potential problems for those planning to fly or drive. Government regulators cleared American flights to get airborne Tuesday about one hour after the Federal Aviation Administration ordered a national ground stop, which prevented planes from taking off. American said in an email that the problem was caused by an issue with a vendor technology that maintains its flight operating system. Aviation analytics company Cirium said flights were delayed across American’s major hubs, with only 37% leaving on time. Nineteen flights were cancelled. Middle East latest: Israel expels patients from a hospital in Gaza TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — The Palestinian Health Ministry says Israeli soldiers raided a hospital in isolated northern Gaza after forcing all the patients and most of the doctors to leave. The Israeli military confirmed its troops had entered the Indonesian Hospital in the town of Jabaliya on Tuesday, as part of an operation searching for Hamas fighters. Winter is hitting the Gaza Strip and many of the nearly 2 million Palestinians displaced by the devastating 15-month war are struggling to protect themselves from the wind, cold and rain. In the occupied West Bank, the Palestinian city of Bethlehem was marking a somber Christmas Eve under the shadow of war in Gaza, with most festivities cancelled and crowds of tourists absent. Caitlin Clark honored as AP Female Athlete of the Year following her impact on women's sports Caitlin Clark has been named the AP Female Athlete of the Year after raising the profile of women’s basketball to unprecedented levels in both college and the WNBA. She led Iowa to the national championship game, was the top pick in the WNBA draft and captured rookie of the year honors in the league. Fans packed sold-out arenas and millions of television viewers followed her journey on and off the court. Clark's exploits also put other women's sports leagues in the spotlight. A group of 74 sports journalists from AP and its members voted on the award. Other athletes who received votes included Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles and boxer Imane Khelif. Clark’s only the fourth women’s basketball player to win the award since it was first given in 1931. Major storm pounds California's central coast, blamed for man's death and partially collapsing pier SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (AP) — A major storm has pounded California’s central coast bringing flooding and high surf that was blamed for fatally trapping a man beneath debris on a beach and later partially collapsing a pier, tossing three people into the Pacific Ocean. The storm was expected to bring hurricane-force winds and waves up to 60 feet Monday as it gained strength from California to the Pacific Northwest. Some California cities have ordered beachfront homes and hotels to evacuate early Monday afternoon. Forecasters have warned that storm swells would continue to increase throughout the day. Medellin Cartel victims demand truth and justice as cartel boss Fabio Ochoa walks free in Colombia BOGOTÁ, Colombia (AP) — The return of the notorious drug trafficker Fabio Ochoa to Colombia, following his deportation from the United States, has reopened old wounds among the victims of the Medellin cartel, with some expressing their dismay at the decision of Colombian authorities to let the former mafia boss walk free.Some of the cartel victims said on Tuesday that they are hoping the former drug lord will at least cooperate with ongoing efforts by human rights groups to investigate one of the most violent periods of Colombia’s history, and demanded that Colombian prosecutors also take Ochoa in for questioning. Man arraigned on murder charges in NYC subway death fanned flames with a shirt, prosecutors say NEW YORK (AP) — Prosecutors say a man accused of burning a woman to death inside a New York City subway train used a shirt to fan the flames, causing her to become engulfed. The suspect, identified by police as Sebastian Zapeta, was arraigned in Brooklyn criminal court on Tuesday. He faces murder charges that could put him in prison for life. Federal immigration officials say 33-year-old Zapeta is a Guatemalan citizen who entered the U.S. illegally after being deported in 2018. The apparently random attack occurred Sunday morning on a stationary F train at the Coney Island station in Brooklyn. Amsterdam court sentences 5 men over violence linked to Ajax-Maccabi soccer game THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — An Amsterdam District Court has issued sentences of up to six months in jail against 5 men who were involved in violent disorder after a soccer match between the Dutch club Ajax and Israel’s Maccabi Tel Aviv in November. The riots caused an international outcry and accusations of deliberate anti-Semitic attacks. The violence following a UEFA Europa League match left 5 people in hospital. More than 60 suspects were detained. The court on Tuesday sentenced one man to 6 months in prison, another to 2 1/2 months, two to 1 month and one to 100 hours of community service.California GOP flip second state legislative seat, 3 weeks after election

Vanna White ’s son is loving the attention he’s gotten from his rare appearance on his mother’s Instagram. In the midst of her first season co-hosting with Ryan Seacrest on Wheel of Fortune , Vanna White’s life at home has become a little more public. Fans found out more about her private boyfriend after she sparked marriage rumors with a recent social media post . Her Instagram account is also the reason all of her fans are currently gushing over her son Nikko Santo Pietro . During this season’s Fabulous Food Week, White decided to share the recipe for her Uncle Roy’s Chicken. Fans were shocked to see a younger man in the video with her. After admitting she “is not a good cook,” she recruited her son Nikko to help her make one of her favorite dishes. After the two had some mother-son bonding time , fans rushed to the comments with their reactions to her “handsome” son. One said: “Is son on the menu too errr I mean great video!!” [sic] Another said: “I’d like to solve the puzzle please.... HUBBA HUBBA. “Vanna where have you been hiding Nikko ? He’s GORGEOUS, “ a third asked. After “America’s boyfriend” saw the overwhelming response, Entertainment Tonight sat him down to see how he felt about his newfound fame. DON'T MISS: Ryan Seacrest makes 'double' Pat Sajak's salary as his on-air blunders continue [REVEALED] Wheel of Fortune fans claim Ryan Seacrest has finally 'found his groove' [LATEST] Wheel of Fortune's Ryan Seacrest and Pat Sajak 'fighting' for Vanna's attention [INSIGHT] “Of course it’s really flattering,” he admitted: "I've always loved being in front of the camera, and I work really hard on my social media. That's a big part of what I do.” While he is loving the attention, he said he’s not letting it get to his head. “People see me as this heartthrob and they're thirsty for me and all this stuff," he explained. "I love it all, but at the same time, it's really good to remember the meaningful things in life and just kind of dial it back, doing a lot of charity work, working hard every day." Nikko currently works as a realtor in Los Angeles . The 30-year-old broke several hearts when he was asked about his current relationship status. “I have an amazing girlfriend. She’s an absolute sweetheart,” he confessed. “We’ve been together for a year. Her name’s Easae.”