Lab confirms seized DAP of poor quality, says agriculture ministerCharles Schwab Investment Management Inc. increased its position in shares of Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc ( NASDAQ:JAZZ – Free Report ) by 8.7% in the third quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The firm owned 531,710 shares of the specialty pharmaceutical company’s stock after purchasing an additional 42,587 shares during the quarter. Charles Schwab Investment Management Inc.’s holdings in Jazz Pharmaceuticals were worth $59,238,000 as of its most recent SEC filing. Other large investors have also recently bought and sold shares of the company. CWA Asset Management Group LLC acquired a new stake in Jazz Pharmaceuticals during the 3rd quarter valued at approximately $3,197,000. Swedbank AB purchased a new position in shares of Jazz Pharmaceuticals during the second quarter worth $106,936,000. Pacer Advisors Inc. lifted its position in Jazz Pharmaceuticals by 15.3% during the third quarter. Pacer Advisors Inc. now owns 2,099,378 shares of the specialty pharmaceutical company’s stock valued at $233,892,000 after purchasing an additional 278,465 shares during the period. Philip James Wealth Mangement LLC purchased a new stake in Jazz Pharmaceuticals in the third quarter valued at $830,000. Finally, Victory Capital Management Inc. grew its position in Jazz Pharmaceuticals by 42.7% during the 2nd quarter. Victory Capital Management Inc. now owns 205,492 shares of the specialty pharmaceutical company’s stock worth $21,932,000 after purchasing an additional 61,458 shares during the period. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 89.14% of the company’s stock. Insider Buying and Selling In other news, CEO Bruce C. Cozadd sold 1,000 shares of Jazz Pharmaceuticals stock in a transaction on Friday, November 1st. The stock was sold at an average price of $110.84, for a total transaction of $110,840.00. Following the transaction, the chief executive officer now owns 428,976 shares in the company, valued at $47,547,699.84. The trade was a 0.23 % decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available at this hyperlink . Also, EVP Neena M. Patil sold 3,700 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction dated Friday, November 8th. The shares were sold at an average price of $123.41, for a total transaction of $456,617.00. Following the completion of the sale, the executive vice president now directly owns 33,048 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $4,078,453.68. This represents a 10.07 % decrease in their position. The disclosure for this sale can be found here . Over the last 90 days, insiders have sold 6,110 shares of company stock worth $720,160. 4.20% of the stock is owned by corporate insiders. Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth Get Our Latest Stock Report on Jazz Pharmaceuticals Jazz Pharmaceuticals Trading Down 0.9 % JAZZ opened at $121.59 on Friday. The firm has a market capitalization of $7.35 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 17.13, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.03 and a beta of 0.57. The company’s 50 day simple moving average is $114.87 and its two-hundred day simple moving average is $111.12. Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc has a 1-year low of $99.06 and a 1-year high of $134.17. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.46, a current ratio of 4.26 and a quick ratio of 3.74. Jazz Pharmaceuticals Company Profile ( Free Report ) Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc identifies, develops, and commercializes pharmaceutical products for unmet medical needs in the United States, Europe, and internationally. The company offers Xywav for cataplexy or excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) with narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia; Xyrem to treat cataplexy or EDS with narcolepsy; Epidiolex for seizures associated with Lennox-Gastaut and Dravet syndromes, or tuberous sclerosis complex; Zepzelca to treat metastatic small cell lung cancer, or with disease progression on or after platinum-based chemotherapy; Rylaze for acute lymphoblastic leukemia or lymphoblastic lymphoma; Enrylaze to treat acute lymphoblastic leukemia and lymphoblastic lymphoma; Defitelio to treat severe hepatic veno-occlusive disease; and Vyxeos for newly-diagnosed therapy-related acute myeloid leukemia. Featured Articles Want to see what other hedge funds are holding JAZZ? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc ( NASDAQ:JAZZ – Free Report ). Receive News & Ratings for Jazz Pharmaceuticals Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Jazz Pharmaceuticals and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .uppark 。

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Earth just experienced its second-warmest November on record — second only to 2023 — making it all but certain that 2024 will end as the hottest year ever measured, according to a report Monday by European climate service Copernicus. Last year was the hottest on record due to human-caused climate change coupled with the effects of an El Nino. But after this summer registered as the hottest on record — Phoenix sweltered through 113 consecutive days with a high temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit — scientists anticipated 2024 would set a new annual record as well. In November, global temperatures averaged 14.10C (57.38F). Last year's global average temperature was 14.98C (59F). FILE - People are silhouetted against the sky at sunset Nov. 12 as they run in a park in Shawnee, Kan. Jennifer Francis, a climate scientist at the Woodwell Climate Research Center in Cape Cod, who wasn't involved in the report, said the big story about November is that "like 2023, it beat out previous Novembers by a large margin." This also likely will be the first calendar year in which the average temperature was more than 1.5 degrees Celsius (2.7 degrees Fahrenheit) above pre-industrial times, the report said. The 2015 Paris Agreement said human-caused warming should be limited to 2 degrees Celsius (3.6 degrees Fahrenheit), and ideally below 1.5. In the following years, the world's top scientist said limiting to 1.5 was crucial to stave off the worst impacts of climate change, such as increasing destructive and frequent extreme weather events. Scientists say the main cause of climate change is the burning of fossil fuels like coal, oil and natural gas. That "does not mean that the Paris Agreement has been breached, but it does mean ambitious climate action is more urgent than ever," said Copernicus Deputy Director Samantha Burgess. A young family visiting Washington cools off from the warm weather in a fountain Nov. 6 at the base of the Washington Monument. Francis said the new records are "terrible news for people and ecosystems." "The pace of warming is so fast that plants and animals cannot adapt as they always have during previous changes in the Earth's climate. More species will go extinct, which disrupts natural food webs they're a part of. Agriculture will suffer as pollinators decline and pests flourish," she said, also warning that coastal communities will be vulnerable to sea-level rise. Heat waves over the oceans and a loss of reflective sea ice and snow cover probably contributed to the temperature increase this year, experts said. Copernicus said the extent of Antarctic sea ice in November was 10% below average, a record. Oceans absorb about 90% of the heat trapped by greenhouse gases, later releasing heat and water vapor back into the atmosphere. Last year's record heat was caused partly by an El Nino — a temporary natural warming of parts of the central Pacific that alters weather worldwide. People walk Nov. 27 on an autumn-colored ginkgo tree-lined avenue in Tokyo. But that ended this year and a cooling effect that often follows, called La Nina, failed to materialize, leaving the scientific community "a little perplexed by what's going on here ... why temperatures are staying high," said Jonathan Overpeck, a climate scientist at the University of Michigan. One explanation is that an El Nino releases more heat to the atmosphere because of warmer ocean waters, then "we're not getting the cooling effect that often in decades gone by helps bring the temperature back down," Overpeck said. "So it does look like this could be contributing to the acceleration of global warming. But this year, he said, "is such a big jump following yet another jump, and that's a scary thing." It's no secret that a warming world will drive food prices higher, a phenomenon increasingly known as " heatflation ." What's less known, but a growing area of interest among economists and scientists alike, is the role individual extreme weather events — blistering temperatures in Texas , a destructive tornado in Iowa — may have on what U.S. consumers pay at the supermarket. At first glance, the answer might seem logical: A drought or flood that impacts agricultural production will, eventually, drive up prices. But it's not that simple, because what consumers pay for groceries isn't only reflective of crop yields or herd sizes, but the whole supply chain. As Grist reports, that's where it gets interesting: Economists are beginning to see a growing trend that suggests weather forecasts play a part in sticker shock. Sometimes the mere prediction of an extreme event — like the record-breaking temperatures, hurricanes, and wildfires forecasters are bracing for this summer — can prompt a spike in prices. It isn't the forecast itself to blame, but concerns about what the weather to come might mean for the entire supply chain, as food manufacturers manage their risks and the expected future value of their goods, said Seungki Lee, an agricultural economist at Ohio State University. "When it comes to the climate risk on food prices, people typically look at the production side. But over the last two years, we learned that extreme weather can raise food prices, [cause] transportation disruptions, as well as production disruptions," said Lee. How much we pay for the food we buy is determined by retailers, who consider the producer's price, labor costs, and other factors. Any increases in what producers charge is typically passed on to consumers because grocery stores operate on thin profit margins. And if manufacturers expect to pay more for commodities like beef or specialty crops like avocados in the future, they may boost prices now to cover those anticipated increases. "The whole discussion about the climate risks on the food supply chain is based on probabilities," Lee said. "It is possible that we do not see extreme temperatures this summer, or even later this year. We may realize there was no significant weather shock hitting the supply chain, but unfortunately that will not be the end of the story." Supply chain disruptions and labor shortages are among the reasons food prices have climbed 25 percent since 2020 . Climate change may be contributing as well. A study published earlier this year found " heatflation " could push them up by as much as 3 percentage points per year worldwide in just over a decade and by about 2 percentage points in North America. Simultaneous disasters in major crop and cattle producing regions around the world — known as multi-breadbasket failure — are among the primary forces driving these costs. Crop shortages in these regions may also squeeze prices, which can create volatility in the global market and bump up consumer costs. Historically, a single, localized heat wave or storm typically wouldn't disrupt the supply chain enough to prompt price hikes. But a warming world might be changing that dynamic as extreme weather events intensify and simultaneous occurrences of them become the norm. How much this adds to consumers' grocery bills will vary, and depends upon whether these climate-fueled disasters hit what Lee calls "supply chain chokepoints" like vital shipping channels during harvest seasons. "As the weather is getting more and more volatile because of climate change, we are seeing this issue more frequently," he said. "So what that means is the supply chain is getting more likely to be jeopardized by these types of risks that we have never seen before." An ongoing drought that plagued the Mississippi River system from the fall of 2022 until February provides an excellent example of this. The Mississippi River basin, which covers 31 states, is a linchpin of America's agricultural supply chain. It produces 92 percent of the nation's agricultural exports, 78 percent of the world's feed grains and soybeans , and most of the country's livestock. Vessels navigating its roughly 2,350 miles of channels carry 589 million tons of cargo annually . Transportation barriers created by low water, seen above, hampered the ability of crop-producing states in the Corn Belt to send commodities like corn and soybeans, primarily used for cattle feed, to livestock producers in the South. Thus emerged a high demand, low supply situation as shipping and commodity prices shot up , with economists expecting consumers to absorb those costs . Past research showing that retail prices increase alongside commodity prices suggests that the drought probably contributed to higher overall food costs last year — and because droughts have a lingering impact on production even after they end, it may be fueling stubbornly high grocery prices today. But although it seems clear that the drought contributed to higher prices, particularly for meat and dairy products, just how much remains to be gauged. One reason for that is a lack of research analyzing the relationship between this particular weather event and the consumer market. Another is it's often difficult to tease out which of several possible factors, including global trade, war, and export bans , influence specific examples of sticker shock. While droughts definitely prompt decreases in agricultural production, Metin Çakır, an economist at the University of Minnesota, says whether that is felt by consumers depends on myriad factors. "This would mean higher raw ingredient costs for foods sold in groceries, and part of those higher costs will be passed onto consumers via higher prices. However, will consumer prices actually increase? The answer depends on many other supply and demand factors that might be happening at the same time as the impact of the drought," said Çakır. In a forthcoming analysis previewed by Grist, Çakır examined the relationship between an enduring drought in California, which produces a third of the nation's vegetables and nearly two-thirds of its fruits and nuts , and costs of produce purchased at large grocery retailers nationwide. While the event raised consumer vegetable prices to a statistically significant degree, they didn't increase as much as Çakır expected. This capricious consumer cost effect is due largely to the resiliency of America's food system . Public safety nets like crop insurance and other federal programs have played a large part in mitigating the impacts of adverse weather and bolstering the food supply chain against climate change and other shocks. By ensuring farmers and producers don't bear the brunt of those losses, these programs reduce the costs passed on to consumers. Advanced agricultural technology, modern infrastructure, substantial storage, and efficient transport links also help ensure retail price stability. A 2024 study of the role climate change played on the U.S. wheat market from 1950 to 2018 found that although the impact of weather shocks on price variability has increased with the frequency of extreme weather, adaptive mechanisms, like a well-developed production and distribution infrastructure with sufficient storage capacity, have minimized the impact on consumers. Still, the paper warns that such systems may collapse when faced with "unprecedented levels of weather variability." Last year was the world's warmest on record , creating an onslaught of challenges for crop and livestock producers nationwide. And this year is primed to be even more brutal , with the transition from El Niño — an atmospheric phenomenon that warms ocean temperatures — to La Niña , its counterpart that cools them. This cyclical change in global weather patterns is another potential threat for crop yields and source of supply chain pressures that economists and scientists are keeping an eye on. They will be particularly focused on the Midwest and stretches of the Corn Belt, two regions prone to drought as an El Niño cycle gives way to a La Niña, according to Weston Anderson, an assistant research scientist at the University of Maryland and NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. Those growing regions for corn and soybeans are what he'll be watching closely as La Niña develops. It's something Jennifer Ifft, an agricultural economist at Kansas State University, is also thinking about. "If you have a very severe drought in the Corn Belt ... that's going to be the biggest deal, because that's gonna raise the cost of production for cattle, hogs, poultry," said Ifft. "So that would probably have the largest inflationary impacts." As of January , U.S. beef herd inventory was at its lowest in 73 years, which multiple reports noted is due to the persisting drought that began in 2020 . Americans, the majority of whom are already spending more on groceries than last year, are poised to soon see "record" beef prices at the supermarket. Food prices are also expected to rise another 2.2 percent in 2024 , according to the USDA's Economic Research Service. In a world enmeshed in extremes, our already-fragile food supply chain could be the next system teetering on the edge of collapse because of human-caused climate change. And costlier groceries linked to impending risk is the first of many warning signs that it is already splintering. This story was produced by Grist and reviewed and distributed by Stacker Media. Get the daily forecast and severe weather alerts in your inbox!Skilled burglars are targeting pro athletes' homes, leagues warn. Here's what we knowU.S. Sen. Jon Tester walks off stage after conceding the Montana senate race in front of family and staff in Great Falls, Mont. on Nov. 6. U.S. Jon Tester warned the chamber he may shed a fear tears on Monday during his farewell speech in the U.S. Senate, but it wouldn't be for sorrow; someone had just convinced the 68-year-old Montana farmer closing out his third term to play a little basketball a day earlier. Such silliness set the tone as Tester bid so long to the nation's capital, particularly in the send-off speeches from Democratic Senate buddy Cory Booker and the stately Republican Sen. Mitt Romney from Utah. Tester's re-election effort fell short last month in a high-stakes contest against Republican newcomer Tim Sheehy. Tester's races for the U.S. Senate have always been won on a tight margin. On Nov. 5, Sheehy beat Montana's senior senator by 8 percentage points, completing a GOP sweep of statewide offices here. Early on in his speech, Tester said with some conviction that it was time to move forward. That was the case when he moved on from his meat-cutting operation to become a state legislator, and again when he was elected to the U.S. Senate in 2006. In the time since, Tester has become one of the most consequential policymakers in the Senate on veterans’ issues, chairing the Veterans' Affairs Committee and the Senate Appropriations Defense Subcommittee. He raised mileage reimbursements approved for veterans traveling for health care services, bills working to better veterans health care and women’s health care with the Department of Veterans Affairs. He held especially high the Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act of 2022 (PACT Act), which provided treatment for health issues from exposure to toxic burn pits and other substances like Agent Orange. "Veterans, veterans, veterans, they all got together and made this the highest priority," he said. "Some of you could remember the veterans being on the swamp in July, hotter than ... hot, and we got it passed because of their influence." Tester is credited for pulling lawmakers together to get the bill over the finish line in the Senate. Sen. Angus King, an Independent from Maine, made sure to not let the moment pass without the record reflecting it. "The PACT Act would not have happened without Jon Tester," he said. "That's just a fact." Tester spoke about his upbringing, his memories of immigrant grandparents and the influence of his parents on his fashion of public service. "So what did these ancestors instill in me? They instilled Montana values, like telling the truth, like your word is your bond, like your handshake means something and that you respect people and absolutely never, never sass your elders," he said. "But most importantly they taught me that hard work creates luck, and hard work is essential for success." Democratic Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey, right, snaps a selfie with fellow Montana Sen. Jon Tester and a supporter on Saturday, March 18, 2017, in Helena, Montana, for the state party's annual dinner. (AP Photo/Bobby Caina Calvan) He thanked his wife, Sharla, who has been a familiar face with him in Washington, D.C., and on the recent campaign circuit. He was 21 and she was 19 when they took over his family's farm. "That meant every other day of the year, our workplace was across form one another with knives, very sharp knives in our hands. That taught us to choose our arguments carefully," he said. "In the end she always supported my public service endeavors even when she really didn't think it was a good idea." Tester said the Big Sandy School Board was the hardest job he ever had, and the Montana Legislature was the most fun. He spoke of many accomplishments, from infrastructure funding and community banking to supporting tech job growth in the U.S. and in Montana. But Tester said his greatest accomplishment was serving in the U.S. Senate "as a citizen legislator, having a real full-time job outside his body, in my case, as a farmer." "This is what our forefathers had in mind," he said. He urged the body to take up efforts to bolster the nation's military defense, climate change, consolidation of the agriculture industry, public education and more. Sen. Jon Tester, D-Mont., left, and Sen. Mitt Romney, R-Utah, leave the Senate chamber as the impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump adjourns until Saturday, in Washington, Friday, Feb. 12, 2021. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite) He also compelled the Senate to take up campaign finance reform, calling it the source of division among the country and paralysis inside of Congress. Montana's Senate contest this year drew a record-setting flood of outside money, more than $315 million. Tester meanwhile raised and spent more than $87 million over the cycle, compared to Sheehy's campaign, which won out with almost $22 million raised. Booker, a Democratic senator from urban New Jersey, wrapped up a farcical "I don't like Jon Tester" speech by driving home some commonalities the two found while serving in Washington. And he praised Tester for running for a fourth term while well aware that Montana was trending further to the right, steadily shedding its purple status and cementing itself as a Trump state. "Jon didn't go quietly into the night," Booker said. "He chose, because of the love of his state, to run an election. ... It was a testimony to his character." Republicans chipped in their respects Monday, as well. Sen. Steve Daines, Montana's soon-to-be senior senator, thanked Tester in a statement for his 25 years of public service to the state, from school board to the U.S. Capitol. "I'm sure Jon has lost count of the number of very early cold and dark Montana mornings he left Big Sandy to get to Great Falls to catch his plane to D.C., but this is just one of the sacrifices folks don’t often see. Jon did that commute for 18 years," Daines said in the statement. "There was never any doubt that Jon worked hard every day to represent the people of the state we both love to call home. And while it’s no secret Jon and I didn’t see eye to eye on many issues, we worked together on a number of important Montana priorities and agree that the people we represent make coming to work here every day worth it. Jon, thank you for your decades of dedicated service to the Treasure State." Romney likewise applauded Tester Monday. When he believed President Joe Biden would falter on his own re-election bid, Romney said he approached Tester (and a small number of other Democrats) about running for president, despite disagreeing with him "on almost every issue." "I wanted Jon Tester to be the next president of the United States because he's a man of such extraordinary character," he said, then grinning: "He is as honest as his hair is short. And as strong as his physique is imposing." There were several fits of laughter on the Senate chamber floor over the hour spent on the goodbye, but Tester finished his own speech with some stern assessment. "This democracy has resulted in the greatest country that has ever existed. It is because of our forefathers' ability to compromise and think clearly about the challenges ahead," he said. "To say that I'm worried about this country's ability to maintain the strongest economy and the most powerful military in the world would be an understatement. However, I know a majority of people that serve in this U.S. Senate today are real legislators who want to do real legislating. To those senators, you need to make sure your voices are a majority of this body. If not, this country will change in a way that our children will not thank us for. God bless you all, and tally-ho." Supporters of Republican U.S. Senate candidate Tim Sheehy cheer in anticipation of his taking the stage during his watch party early Wednesday at the Kimpton Armory Hotel in Bozeman. U.S. Sen. Jon Tester concedes the Montana senate race in front of family and staff in Great Falls, Mont., on Nov. 6. Republican U.S. senate candidate Tim Sheehy addresses supporters early Nov. 6 at the Kimpton Armory Hotel in Bozeman. U.S. Sen. Jon Tester walks off stage after conceding the Montana senate race in front of family and staff in Great Falls, Mont. on Nov. 6. Republican U.S. Senate candidate Tim Sheehy addresses supporters early Wednesday morning at the Kimpton Armory Hotel in Bozeman. U.S. Sen. Jon Tester addresses supporters during his election night party in Great Falls on Tuesday. Republican candidate for U.S. Senate Tim Sheehy speaks at a campaign event in East Helena on Oct. 27. U.S. Sen. Jon Tester concedes the Montana senate race in front of family and staff in Great Falls, Mont. on Nov. 6. Tim Sheehy prepares to debate U.S. Sen. Jon Tester on campus at the University of Montana in Missoula on Sept. 30. U.S. Sen. Jon Tester addresses supporters during his election night party in Great Falls on Tuesday. Republican candidate for U.S. Senate Tim Sheehy addresses supporters at a primary election night party in Gallatin Gateway on June 4. U.S. Sen. Jon Tester addresses supporters during his election night party in Great Falls on Tuesday. Former president Donald Trump shakes hands with senatorial candidate Tim Sheehy during a rally at Brick Breeden Fieldhouse in Bozeman on Aug. 9. U.S. Sen. Jon Tester answers questions from members of the community related to Social Security and Medicare during an event at the Garden City Harvest Barn in Missoula on Tuesday. U.S. Senate candidate Tim Sheehy speaks at a rally in the Brick Breeden Fieldhouse in Bozeman on Friday. U.S. Sen. Jon Tester works on his speech before addressing his election night party in Great Falls on Tuesday. Campaign staffers and volunteers for U.S. Sen. Jon Tester walk in the Montana Pride parade in downtown Helena on Aug. 3. Republican candidate for U.S. Senate Tim Sheehy, talks with supporters outside the Donald Trump rally at the Brick Breeden Fieldhouse in Bozeman, Mont. on August 9, 2024. A demonstrator with Montanans for Palestine is forcibly removed after interrupting Sen. Jon Tester speaking at the Montana Democrats' annual Mansfield Metcalf Dinner on March 2. U.S. Sen. Jon Tester greets supporters in the crowd during the Montana Democratic Big Sky Victory Get Out the Vote Rally at the Pub Station Taproom in downtown Billings on Nov. 1. Republican candidate for U.S. Senate Tim Sheehy, talks with supporters outside the Donald Trump rally at the Brick Breeden Fieldhouse in Bozeman, Mont. on August 9, 2024. Republican candidate for U.S. Senate Tim Sheehy talks with a supporter at a primary election night party in Gallatin Gateway on Tuesday. Tim Sheehy, a Republican running against Democratic incumbent Jon Tester for U.S. Senate, speaks at the “Protecting Freedom” event at the University Center Ballroom at the University of Montana on Sunday. Sen. Jon Tester laughs at questions from the audience during an event with Tester, Pearl Jam bassist Jeff Ament and Hank Green at the Wilma on Wednesday. U.S. Sen. Jon Tester answers questions from members of the community related to Social Security and Medicare during an event at the Garden City Harvest Barn in Missoula on Tuesday. Senate candidate Tim Sheehy speaks to the audience at the Montana GOP 2024 Winter Kickoff event in Helena on Friday night. U.S. Senator Jon Tester at a campaign event in Helena on Oct. 25, 2024. Veteran Mike Lawson holds a "Veterans for Tester" sign while addressing the crowd prior to U.S. Sen. Jon Tester taking the stage during a campaign rally on Oct. 4 at the Carpenter's Union Hall in Butte. U.S. Sen. Jon Tester gestures while addressing the crowd during a campaign rally on Oct. 4 at the Carpenter's Union Hall in Butte. U.S. Sen. Jon Tester prepares to debate Tim Sheehy in the PAR/TV Building on campus at the University of Montana on Monday. U.S. Sen. Jon Tester speaks at the Montana Democrats' annual Mansfield Metcalf Dinner at the Lewis and Clark County Fairgrounds in Helena on March 2. Supporters of U.S. Sen. 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Stock market today: Wall Street rallies ahead of ChristmasChina Peak will open for the season on Friday, following a storm that dropped plenty of fresh snow on the runs, ownership says. Saying it will be the best opening the ski resort will have had in a decade, Tim Cohee, president of the California Mountain Resort Company, said the storm is creating conditions rarely seen. “Rarely happens like this in my five decades of ski biz,” Cohee said in an email to GV Wire. Conditions Ripe for Friday Opening After hitting south of Lake Tahoe, California’s most recent storm put a bullseye on , Cohee said. They’ve added two feet of snow since Monday with heavy snows continuing when he responded at 11:45 a.m. While the system produced a relatively warm downpour, the storm still brought snow to elevations above 7,000 feet. anticipates a total of between 11 to 17 inches of daytime snow added Tuesday to the area above Shaver Lake. Another one to three inches of snow could be added Tuesday night. But beginning Wednesday, the skies should clear up. Skiers can expect mostly sunny conditions all weekend with highs near 38 degrees. Season passes for the park are on sale now.

S&P/TSX composite rises on morning of Christmas Eve, U.S. stock markets also up TORONTO — Broad-based gains led Canada's main stock index higher in late-morning trading on Christmas Eve, while U.S. stock markets also rose. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 57.82 points at 24,806.80. Canadian Press Dec 24, 2024 8:31 AM Dec 24, 2024 8:35 AM Share by Email Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Print Share via Text Message A signboard is displayed at the TMX in Toronto, Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young Listen to this article 00:01:33 TORONTO — Broad-based gains led Canada's main stock index higher in late-morning trading on Christmas Eve, while U.S. stock markets also rose. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 57.82 points at 24,806.80. In New York, the Dow Jones industrial average was up 177.64 points at 43,084.59. The S&P 500 index was up 43.11 points at 6,017.18, while the Nasdaq composite was up 210.74 points at 19,975.62. The Canadian dollar traded for 69.50 cents US compared with 69.47 cents US on Monday. The February crude oil contract was up 91 cents at US$70.15 per barrel and the February natural gas contract was up 13 cents at US$3.48 per mmBTU. The February gold contract was down US$1.10 at US$2,627.10 an ounce and the March copper contract was up two cents at US$4.11 a pound. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 24, 2024. Companies in this story: (TSX:GSPTSE, TSX:CADUSD) The Canadian Press See a typo/mistake? Have a story/tip? This has been shared 0 times 0 Shares Share by Email Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Print Share via Text Message More National Business Border measures aimed at responding to Trump's tariff threat begin to take effect Dec 24, 2024 8:17 AM Cash back, credit rating boosts: How to use your rent payments to get extra perks Dec 24, 2024 7:00 AM Quebec doing better job at retaining immigrants, Atlantic Canada still struggling Dec 24, 2024 6:35 AM Featured FlyerS&P/TSX composite rises on morning of Christmas Eve, U.S. stock markets also up

Tehran, Dec 24 (AP) Iran's government on Tuesday said it had lifted a ban on access to WhatsApp and Google Play after more than two years, the official IRNA news agency reported. The report said the country's Supreme Council of Cyber Space made the decision in a meeting led by reformist President Masoud Pezeshkian, who has vowed to remove restrictions on social media. Iran's telecommunication minister Sattar Heshemi in a post on X called the decision a “first step” in removing restrictions and said “the path will continue" — indicating the possibility of unblocking other services. Many people reached by The Associated Press across the capital, Tehran, and other cities said they had access to the services on computers but not yet on mobile phones. WhatsApp has been the third most popular messaging platform in Iran after Instagram and Telegram. The ban on WhatsApp and Google Play was put in place in 2022 during mass protests against the government over the death of a woman held by the country's morality police for allegedly violating the strictly enforced dress code. The protests calmed in 2023 after a crackdown by police and security forces that led to the death of hundreds of people and the imprisonment of thousands. Iran has blocked access to various social media platforms over the years but many people in the country use proxies and VPNs to access them. (AP) GSP (This story has not been edited by THE WEEK and is auto-generated from PTI)OTTAWA - Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre’s latest attempt to topple the minority Liberal government in a non-confidence vote has failed, with the New Democrats and Liberals voting against the motion. The Conservative motion quoted NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh’s own criticism of the Liberals, and called on the House to agree with Singh and vote non-confidence in the government. The New Democrat leader said he would not be supporting the motion last week. Singh was not present in the House of Commons for most of the voting period, and there were jeers from the Conservative benches as NDP MPs cast their votes against the motion. MPs also voted on an NDP motion, calling on the government to permanently remove GST from what they call essentials. The NDP and Green members were the only ones to vote in favour of this motion, resulting in its defeat. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 9, 2024.Drag Queen story-time target of another threat

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The central government's capital expenditure is expected to surge by an impressive 25 per cent year-on-year (YoY) in the second half of the financial year 2025, according to a report by Jefferies. The report also noted that the overall expenditure of the government is also expected to surge by 15 per cent. It highlights that despite an increase in populist schemes in the run-up to elections, the central government remains committed to investing in infrastructure development over welfare-driven measures. Central governments spending show balanced approach The report underlined that while populist policies have gained traction, especially in state elections, the central government's spending priorities show a balanced approach. It said "Jefferies' India office expects total central government expenditure to rise by around 15 per cent YoY in 2HFY25 ending 31 March 2025 with capex rising by over 25 per cent YoY.. Still the rise of such populist policies should be seen in the context of a central government which is still spending more on capex than welfare". Let us know! 👂 What type of content would you like to see from us this year? Sucess of handout schemes The report noted that the growing success of handout schemes in state elections, such as Maharashtra's welfare programme costing Rs 460 billion annually (1.1 per cent of the state's GDP), does raise concerns about a potential wave of populism. The report analysis showed that 14 out of 28 Indian states already have similar schemes, covering approximately 120 million households and costing a combined 0.7-0.8 per cent of India's GDP. However, the central government's focus remains on creating long-term economic assets through infrastructure development, which is vital for sustained growth. Indian market is stabilising after correction In the financial markets, the report suggested a reasonable chance that the Indian stock market is stabilizing after a recent correction, particularly in the mid-cap segment. It said "Meanwhile, there is a reasonable possibility that the Indian stock market is bottoming out after a correction which has been primarily in the more expensive mid-cap stocks" While foreign investors sold more than USD 12.5 billion worth of Indian equities in the last two months, a significant amount by historical standards--domestic investors have absorbed the outflows. October saw record inflows in MF Notably, October saw record inflows into equity mutual funds, even as the stock market was undergoing a correction. The report emphasized that the strong domestic inflows are a reassuring factor for India's markets. The combined effects of government capex spending and robust local investment suggest a stable outlook, even amid concerns over rising populist measures at the state level.Beef prices reach record highs in Canada

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Record-setting flooding over three days dumped more than a foot of rain on parts of northern California, a fire left thousands under evacuation orders and warnings in Los Angeles County, forecasters issued the first-ever tornado warning in San Francisco and rough seas tore down part of a wharf in Santa Cruz. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * LOS ANGELES (AP) — Record-setting flooding over three days dumped more than a foot of rain on parts of northern California, a fire left thousands under evacuation orders and warnings in Los Angeles County, forecasters issued the first-ever tornado warning in San Francisco and rough seas tore down part of a wharf in Santa Cruz. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? LOS ANGELES (AP) — Record-setting flooding over three days dumped more than a foot of rain on parts of northern California, a fire left thousands under evacuation orders and warnings in Los Angeles County, forecasters issued the first-ever tornado warning in San Francisco and rough seas tore down part of a wharf in Santa Cruz. All of this extreme weather has hit California in the past several weeks, showcasing the state’s particular vulnerability to major weather disasters. Strong storms Tuesday produced waves that forecasters said could reach 35 feet (10.7 meters) around Santa Cruz. The National Weather Service issued a high surf warning until early evening, cautioning people to stay out of the ocean and away from piers. For Chandler Price, meteorologist with the National Weather Service in San Diego, these extreme weather events are both typical and unusual for a La Niña winter, a natural climate cycle that can cause extreme weather across the planet. In California, it means a wetter than average northern region and a drier south. “So far we’ve seen that pattern play out pretty well,” he said, but added, “obviously, you know, the tornado in the Bay Area was atypical. ... We haven’t seen that before, at least not for a very long time.” A storm and wind gusts of up to 60 mph (96 kph) prompted the San Francisco tornado warning that extended to neighboring San Mateo County, which went out to about 1 million people earlier this month. The tornado overturned cars and toppled trees and utility poles near a mall in Scotts Valley, about 70 miles (110 kilometers) south of San Francisco, injuring several people. Tornadoes do occur in California, but they rarely hit populated areas. In San Francisco, local meteorologists said straight-line winds, not a tornado, felled trees onto cars and streets and damaged roofs. The storm also dumped significant snow across the northern Sierra Nevada. F. Martin Ralph, director of the Center for Western Weather and Water Extremes, said climate change means that atmospheric rivers, long stretches of wet air that can produce heavy rains, will be responsible for a greater share of California’s yearly precipitation and the periods in between those big events will be drier. These storms are essential for the water supply but can also be dangerous. “When they are too strong and too many in a row, we end up getting floods,” he said, adding that they drive California’s weather extremes. During storms this week around Santa Cruz, one man was trapped under debris and died and another person was pulled into the ocean. The surf also splintered off the end of a Santa Cruz municipal wharf that was under construction, plunging three people into the ocean. One swam to shore and the other two were rescued. A series of atmospheric rivers are expected through the rest of the week. Overall, this pattern is not unusual — these storms regularly produce high winds, heavy snow in the mountains and torrential rain this time of year. “What’s a little unique about this setup is how closely spaced they are, so there’s not much of a break between them,” said David Lawrence, a meteorologist and emergency response specialist with the National Weather Service. Bad storms hit the state ahead of Thanksgiving, too, dumping more than a foot of rain (32 centimeters) on Santa Rosa over three record-setting days, according to federal forecasters. But these storms haven’t stretched very far south, creating dry weather in Southern California that increases fire risk. One of the state’s most recent blazes, the Franklin Fire left some 20,000 people under evacuation orders and warnings and forced students at Pepperdine University to shelter in place. The blaze was fueled by the Santa Anas, the notorious seasonal winds that blow dry air from the interior toward the coast, pushing back moist ocean breezes. Most of the destruction occurred in Malibu, a community on the western corner of Los Angeles known for its beautiful bluffs and the Hollywood-famous Zuma Beach. The fire damaged or destroyed 48 structures and is one of nearly 8,000 wildfires that have scorched more than 1 million acres (more than 404,685 hectares) in the Golden State this year. The Santa Ana winds, which peak in December, have also contributed to warmer-than-average temperatures in parts of the southern state, said Price with the National Weather Service. “Eighty-degree (26.7 Celsius) Christmases are not entirely uncommon around here,” he added, but “there was a couple of high temperature record breaks in the mountains, which are usually less affected by the Santa Anas, and so those were a little unusual.” ___ Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. Phillis reported from St. Louis. ___ Associated Press writers Martha Mendoza and Stefanie Dazio contributed to this story. ___ The Associated Press receives support from the Walton Family Foundation for coverage of water and environmental policy. The AP is solely responsible for all content. For all of AP’s environmental coverage, visit https://apnews.com/hub/climate-and-environment. Advertisement AdvertisementMonthly Horoscope November 2024: As we transition into the last month of the year, December, it's time to uncover the secrets and surprises that the universe has in store for us. Renowned astrologer Harshit Sharma has delved into the celestial realm to provide us with a glimpse of what September holds. Aries - This month promises to be a transformative period, bringing opportunities for progress and growth. You can revive stalled projects, regain financial stability, and explore new business ventures that are likely to succeed. While health issues may arise, you'll find relief. Expect work-related travel and auspicious events at home, where differences will be resolved. It's also a good time to invest in property development and stock market ventures, but be cautious and think carefully before making decisions. Taurus - This month looks promising, despite some potential family disagreements. On the bright side, business prospects are favourable, and you may even get the chance to embark on a spiritual journey. Expect success over workplace rivals and consider seeking financial assistance from someone trustworthy. Be cautious, though, to avoid getting entangled in disputes. Take care of your health, and be prepared for some study-related stress, but also look forward to reconnecting with an old friend. Gemini - This month is expected to be generally favourable, with pending work tasks being completed. However, finances may be unpredictable, with potential ups and downs, and you may need to consider taking out a personal loan. Family life will be lively, with auspicious events and frequent gatherings, but beware of the impact on your health. Be cautious when out and about, avoid arguments, and watch out for potential family disputes over inherited property. Cancer - This month is shaping up to be highly favourable for you. A long-awaited family relationship may be finalised, potentially leading to a joyous wedding celebration. You'll appear financially secure, with opportunities for significant business changes and possibly even a major partnership. Employed individuals can expect promotions, while health issues will begin to alleviate. You may also embark on a spiritual journey or plan a trip, and exciting news, including a new family addition, is on the horizon. Leo - This month is expected to bring success in pending tasks and receipt of overdue payments. You can lay the groundwork for a new project that will yield future benefits. However, exercise caution when dealing with partners and avoid disputes, especially those related to property. Be wary of trusting strangers and carefully consider any health-related decisions. While finances will be stable, family issues and health concerns may arise, so it's essential to be vigilant. Virgo - This month, you're likely to make significant changes in your daily life, including major decisions that impact your personal life. Entrepreneurial ventures may begin, but be prepared for financial challenges and a rollercoaster of ups and downs. You may need to seek substantial financial help, causing mental stress. Choose your words wisely to avoid disputes, and employed individuals should be particularly vigilant. Health and cautious investment decisions are also crucial this month. Libra - This month may pose health challenges, potentially triggered by a family member. Financially, it's likely to be a tough period, with medical expenses causing financial strain. Business will be steady, but mental worries will linger. Be prepared for potential property disputes and family disagreements over inheritance. On a positive note, a friend will offer valuable support, and you may consider relocating. Additionally, you'll be focused on your children's education and exploring ways to ensure their academic success. Scorpio - This month is expected to be highly favourable, despite some potential health issues that you can manage by taking weather-related precautions. Working professionals will excel, receiving appreciation and financial benefits for their efforts. New projects and investments will yield future rewards. Family life will be harmonious, with a potential long trip, good news, and resolution of past differences with your spouse and children. A special connection will also help you complete long-pending tasks. Sagittarius - This month promises to be highly beneficial, with the potential for auspicious family events and encounters with spiritual leaders who can offer valuable future guidance. Financially, expect a boost, with recovered stuck funds, business progress, and successful new ventures. You may also invest in property or vehicles, and employed individuals can anticipate promotions. Your influential speech will attract followers, and long-standing disputes will be resolved, making this month an exceptionally positive one. Capricorn - This month, individuals of your zodiac sign may face health issues and family troubles. It's essential to keep your emotions and words in check to avoid exacerbating the situation. Be cautious of associating with the wrong crowd, as this could damage your social reputation. Keep your thoughts private to prevent others from sabotaging your work. Avoid disputes, administrative involvement, and be mindful of your speech to steer clear of potential trouble. Aquarius - This month will be a rollercoaster ride for you, marked by health issues, family disputes over inherited property, and mental turmoil. Take careful, well-considered decisions to avoid trouble. Your enemies may gain the upper hand, disrupting your work. However, entrepreneurs will have a relatively stable month, with opportunities to invest in property. Stay cautious and focused to navigate these challenges and make the most of the business opportunities that arise. Pisces - This month will bring social and political recognition, but working professionals may face disputes with superiors. Business will be stable, although financial assistance may be needed, causing mental stress. Family dynamics may be challenging, with increased differences with your spouse and children, and potential issues with your in-laws. Invest wisely in new ventures, but exercise caution with your words, avoid family disputes, and beware of enemies who may sabotage your work.