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AAP Women’s Wing Protests Allegations of Vote Buying by BJP Leader Members of the Aam Aadmi Party’s (AAP) women’s wing held a demonstration outside the residence of BJP leader Parvesh Verma. They accused Verma of attempting to sway voters in the New Delhi Assembly constituency by distributing cash to female constituents. Calls for Action from Election Commission Sarika Chaudhary, the President of AAP’s Delhi State Women’s Wing, denounced Verma’s alleged actions, labeling them as serious threats to the integrity of democracy. Chaudhary urged the Election Commission to take immediate action to address these claims. Allegations of Cash Distribution The protest…

Horos Asset Management Releases Q3 2024 Investor Letter Horos Asset Management, a prominent investment management firm, has unveiled its investor letter for the third quarter of 2024. The Horos Value Internacional fund posted a return of 2.9% this quarter and 9.8% for the year, while the Horos Value Iberia fund saw a slight decline of -0.2% but has returned 3.0% YTD. The third quarter witnessed unprecedented volatility in Asian markets, with both the Chinese and Japanese stock exchanges experiencing dramatic shifts not observed in decades. In contrast, Western equities have remained resilient, with key indices continuing their upward trend. Additionally,…

A Call for More Support for Transgender Female Athletes Sadie Schreiner, a transgender athlete participating in NCAA track and field at the Rochester Institute of Technology, has criticized the NCAA for its insufficient scholarship offerings for transgender women in collegiate sports. According to Fox News, Schreiner has expressed frustration over the limited athletic opportunities available to transgender athletes. She stated that the extra challenges faced by trans athletes often prevent them from fully participating in collegiate sports, as “50% of the country has banned me from participating.” This situation restricts her from attending colleges that may be willing to offer…

Midday Trading Highlights: Companies Making Waves Here’s a look at some key players in the stock market during midday trading: Tesla Takes a Hit Tesla, the well-known electric vehicle manufacturer, saw its shares drop by 8% after announcing its first-ever annual decline in vehicle deliveries. The company reported 1.79 million vehicles delivered in 2024, down from 1.81 million in 2023. Constellation Energy Shines Bright Constellation Energy’s shares skyrocketed by 8% after the company secured a remarkable $1 billion in contracts to provide nuclear energy to the U.S. federal government. Unity Software Surges Unity Software experienced a substantial 9% increase in…

By Abby Amoakuh Published Dec 29, 2024, 09:00 AM Reading time: 3 minutes The Rise of Women’s Protest in the US In the wake of a misogynist being elected to the highest office in the United States, many women began to take a stand. While white women are eager to lead the charge against this decision, there is a growing conversation about their accountability in his election. The 2024 election cycle has been chaotic, especially for citizens concerned about issues such as abortion rights and women’s empowerment. Republican lawmakers have persistently targeted reproductive freedoms, while figures like Beyoncé have made…

CIBC Announces Updated Final Annual Reinvested Capital Gains Distributions for 2024 TORONTO, Dec. 31, 2024 /CNW/ – CIBC (TSX: CM) (NYSE: CM) is pleased to share updates from CIBC Asset Management Inc. regarding the revised final annual reinvested capital gains distributions for its ETFs, including the ETF Series of CIBC Fixed Income Pools and Sustainable Investment Solutions. These figures pertain solely to the year-end capital gains distributions and do not encompass cash distributions for December 2024. The annual capital gains will be reinvested into additional units of the CIBC ETF or its ETFs Series, with the new units consolidating immediately…

This new year brings even more excitement to the sporting calendar, building on the momentum from an exhilarating 2024! In 2025, fans can look forward to a diverse lineup of thrilling sports events that span various disciplines and continents. Whether you’re a fan of cricket, football, motorsport, or athletics, this year promises something for everyone. Continue reading to discover what’s in store for 2025! January Cricket — January 3–7: Test match between Australia and India at the SCG Hockey — January 12–26: Women’s Hockey India League 2024-25 Cricket — January 12–February 2: All-format series featuring Australia Women and England Women…

Premarket Trading Highlights: Companies Making Waves In today’s premarket trading, several companies are capturing attention, with notable movements and partnerships shaping the market landscape. Synaptics Partners with Google Synaptics, the semiconductor powerhouse, saw its shares surge by 5.9% following an announcement of a partnership with Google focused on Edge AI. This collaboration will integrate Google’s machine learning core into Synaptics’ innovative Astra hardware, marking a significant milestone for both companies. Nvidia Gains Momentum Nvidia’s stock experienced a notable increase of 1.7%, signaling a promising start to the new trading year after its exceptional performance in 2024. Loop Capital has expressed…

BJP Minister Criticizes Kejriwal for Failing Women in Punjab and Delhi Union Minister of State, Ravneet Singh Bittu, has stepped up to voice his concerns regarding AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal’s track record on women’s empowerment. Bittu has accused Kejriwal of not fulfilling his electoral promises designed to enhance the financial independence of women. As the Minister responsible for Railway and Food Processing Industries, Bittu claims that Kejriwal’s assurances, both in Punjab and now in Delhi, are nothing more than deceptive strategies to sway voters. He argues that such tactics undermine the very women they purport to support. Highlighting the numerous…

The Rise of L’Exception: A New Chapter in E-commerce PARIS — L’Exception, the beloved French online fashion retailer, has recently found new ownership as it gets acquired by AA Investments, a Hong Kong-based asset management firm. This acquisition comes as part of a larger trend of consolidating e-commerce businesses, with AA Investments also overseeing brands like Smallable, a French fashion and home decor e-tailer, and Wethenew, a well-known sneaker resale platform. In an announcement made via LinkedIn, founder Régis Pennel confirmed the acquisition and stated that he would be stepping down from his role immediately. Cécile Roederer, the founder and…