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Players must be assigned female at birth or have transitioned to female before going through male puberty to compete in LPGA tournaments or the eight USGA championships for females under new gender policies published Wednesday. The policies, which begin in 2025, follow more than a year of study involving medicine, science, sport physiology and gender policy law. The updated policies would rule out eligibility for Hailey Davidson, who missed qualifying for the U.S. Women's Open this year by one shot and came up short in LPGA Q-school. Davidson, who turned 32 on Tuesday, began hormone treatments when she was in her early 20s in 2015 and in 2021 underwent gender-affirming surgery, which was required under the LPGA's previous gender policy. She had won this year on a Florida mini-tour called NXXT Golf until the circuit announced in March that players had to be assigned female at birth. “Can't say I didn't see this coming,” Davidson wrote Wednesday on an Instagram story. “Banned from the Epson and the LPGA. All the silence and people wanting to stay ‘neutral’ thanks for absolutely nothing. This happened because of all your silence.” LPGA commissioner Mollie Marcoux Samaan, who is resigning in January, said the new gender policy "is reflective of an extensive, science-based and inclusive approach." Ross D. Franklin, AP File By making it to the second stage of Q-school, Davidson would have had very limited status on the Epson Tour, the pathway to the LPGA. The LPGA and USGA say their policies were geared toward being inclusive of gender identities and expression while striving for equity in competition. The LPGA said its working group of experts advised that the effects of male puberty allowed for competitive advantages in golf compared with players who had not gone through puberty. Listen now and subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | RSS Feed | SoundStack | All Of Our Podcasts “Our policy is reflective of an extensive, science-based and inclusive approach,” said LPGA Commissioner Mollie Marcoux Samaan, who announced Monday that she is resigning in January. "The policy represents our continued commitment to ensuring that all feel welcome within our organization, while preserving the fairness and competitive equity of our elite competitions.” Mike Whan, the former LPGA commissioner and now CEO of the USGA, said it developed the updated policy independently and later discovered it was similar to those used by swimming, track and field, and other sports. United States Golf Association CEO Mike Whan said the new policy will prevent anyone from having "a competitive advantage based on their gender." Matt York, AP File “It starts with competitive fairness as the North star,” Whan said in a telephone interview. “We tried not to get into politics, or state by state or any of that stuff. We just simply said, ‘Where would somebody — at least medically today — where do we believe somebody would have a competitive advantage in the field?’ And we needed to draw a line. “We needed to be able to walk into any women's event and say with confidence that nobody here has a competitive advantage based on their gender. And this policy delivers that.” The “Competitive Fairness Gender Policy” for the USGA takes effect for the 2025 championship season that starts with the U.S. Women's Amateur Four-Ball on May 10-14. Qualifying began late this year, though there were no transgender players who took part. “Will that change in the years to come as medicine changes? Probably,” Whan said. “But I think today this stacks up.” The LPGA “Gender Policy for Competition Eligibility” would apply to the LPGA Tour, Epson Tour, Ladies European Tour and qualifying for the tours. Players assigned male at birth must prove they have not experienced any part of puberty beyond the first stage or after age 12, whichever comes first, and then meet limitation standards for testosterone levels. The LPGA begins its 75th season on Jan. 30 with the Tournament of Champions in Orlando, Florida. Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen, foreground right, dives toward the end zone to score past San Francisco 49ers defensive end Robert Beal Jr. (51) and linebacker Dee Winters during the second half of an NFL football game in Orchard Park, N.Y., Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024. 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Bukaty) Robert F. BukatyNEW YORK (AP) — Brian Thompson led one of the biggest health insurers in the U.S. but was unknown to millions of people his decisions affected. Then Wednesday's targeted fatal shooting of the UnitedHealthcare CEO on a midtown Manhattan sidewalk thrust the executive and his business into the national spotlight. Thompson, who was 50, had worked at the giant UnitedHealth Group Inc for 20 years and run the insurance arm since 2021 after running its Medicare and retirement business. As CEO, Thompson led a firm that provides health coverage to more than 49 million Americans — more than the population of Spain. United is the largest provider of Medicare Advantage plans, the privately run versions of the U.S. government’s Medicare program for people age 65 and older. The company also sells individual insurance and administers health-insurance coverage for thousands of employers and state-and federally funded Medicaid programs. The business run by Thompson brought in $281 billion in revenue last year, making it the largest subsidiary of the Minnetonka, Minnesota-based UnitedHealth Group. His $10.2 million annual pay package, including salary, bonus and stock options awards, made him one of the company's highest-paid executives. The University of Iowa graduate began his career as a certified public accountant at PwC and had little name recognition beyond the health care industry. Even to investors who own its stock, the parent company's face belonged to CEO Andrew Witty, a knighted British triathlete who has testified before Congress. When Thompson did occasionally draw attention, it was because of his role in shaping the way Americans get health care. At an investor meeting last year, he outlined his company's shift to “value-based care,” paying doctors and other caregivers to keep patients healthy rather than focusing on treating them once sick. “Health care should be easier for people,” Thompson said at the time. “We are cognizant of the challenges. But navigating a future through value-based care unlocks a situation where the ... family doesn’t have to make the decisions on their own.” Thompson also drew attention in 2021 when the insurer, like its competitors, was widely criticized for a plan to start denying payment for what it deemed non-critical visits to hospital emergency rooms. “Patients are not medical experts and should not be expected to self-diagnose during what they believe is a medical emergency,” the chief executive of the American Hospital Association wrote in an open letter addressed to Thompson. “Threatening patients with a financial penalty for making the wrong decision could have a chilling effect on seeking emergency care.” United Healthcare responded by delaying rollout of the change. Thompson, who lived in a Minneapolis suburb and was the married father of two sons in high school, was set to speak at an investor meeting in a midtown New York hotel. He was on his own and about to enter the building when he was shot in the back by a masked assailant who fled on foot before pedaling an e-bike into Central Park a few blocks away, the New York Police Department said. Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny said investigators were looking at Thompson's social media accounts and interviewing employees and family members. “Didn’t seem like he had any issues at all,” Kenny said. "He did not have a security detail.” AP reporters Michael R. Sisak and Steve Karnowski contributed to this report. Murphy reported from Indianapolis. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission. Get the latest in local public safety news with this weekly email.

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The Long Game: John McEntee on his vision for shaping the conservative movement over the next decadeBlack Friday Streaming Deals: Read the Fine Print FirstClose to 13% increase in number of committals to prison last year, according to new reportTottenham January transfer briefing: who are they after, what do they need and who might leave? Our expert reveals which positions Spurs will look to strengthen next month Join Mail+ for more exclusive scoops, in-depth reporting and analysis from inside the Tottenham camp By MATT BARLOW Published: 07:00 EST, 29 December 2024 | Updated: 07:00 EST, 29 December 2024 e-mail View comments There may be no Premier League team more in need of new recruits this month than Tottenham , who have been blighted by injuries particularly in defence. Ange Postecoglou promised silverware in his second season just as he usually brings to a club, and while they have made a cup semi-final for the first time in three years, the Australian may need some reinforcements to go any further - not least as their last-four opponents are Liverpool . There's also a Europa League campaign to stock up for with Spurs just outside the top eight of the league table, a place in which would guarantee them safe passage to the last 16, and an FA Cup journey that begins at non-League Tamworth next week. So who might arrive and where to bolster Spurs' ranks? And will their biggest addition be the massed ranks occupying the treatment room? Here, as part of our series looking at Premier League clubs' January transfer plans, our Spurs expert Matt Barlow answers the five big questions. Ange Postecoglou promised a trophy in his second season at Tottenham but needs signings There may be no Premier League team more in need of new recruits this month than Spurs Spurs are 12th in the Premier League but have a Carabao Cup semi-final to look forward to 1. What do Tottenham need? Most urgently, they could do with some more firepower up front and a defender. They might also look at short term cover at goalkeeper and centre half. Although much will depend on the recovery assessments of their injuries in the next few weeks. Postecoglou talks like someone hedging his bets because he hopes players such as Micky van de Ven, Cristian Romero and Richarlison will be fit again soon. But then can he rely on them all staying fit until the end of the season? Probably not with Tottenham's current injury record. Postecoglou wants more depth in the squad. Cover and options from the bench, which is likely to mean creative loan deals and/or continued investment in young talent to develop in the mould of Archie Gray, Lucas Bergvall and Wilson Odobert, rather than big money splurges to improve the first team. Postecoglou is hopeful Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero will be fit again soon Spurs may continue to invest in young talent to develop in the mould of Archie Gray 2. Do they have money to spend? There are no great PSR concerns at Tottenham but the watchword regarding transfers through recent press conferences with Postecoglou has been 'discipline'. There have also been warnings about it being trickier than usual this year because of the new format in Europe and with two ties to play in the Champions League and Europa League there are clubs holding players when they might have been prepared to sell or loan had they been out of European competition. Beyond this, with no summer international tournament there is not the same pressure from individual players to make moves to win places in the squads. I'd expect Spurs to perform as they have in the last couple windows, looking primarily at young players and short-terms solutions with bigger investments and any potential improvements on the first team more likely to wait until the summer 2025. Daniel Levy has no great PSR concerns but the watchword regarding transfers is 'discipline' 3. Which players are they interested in? With Spurs, it's easier to talk about those who they already have on the way, having wrapped up a pair of signings that will give them a boost in 2025. Yang Min-Hyeok is one player who will arrive and be added to the squad. Yang is an 18-year-old winger, who scored a dozen goals and won the Young Player of the Year award in South Korea's K-League last season. Tottenham signed him from Gangwon in July but agreed to let him complete the K-League season before making the switch to London in mid-December, and he will register in the New Year. Luka Vuskovic is a 17-year-old central defender signed from Hadjuk Split in 2023. Vuskovic is 6ft 4in tall and on loan in Belgium at Westerlo, for whom he has been ever-present and scored six goals. He is due to join Spurs next summer and the club's raft of emerging talent is one of the reasons they will not commit to a rash of signings of experienced players on long expensive contracts in the same positions. Yang Min-Hyeok, an 18-year-old winger signed from South Korea, has already arrived at Spurs Promising defender Luka Vuskovic (centre) is due to join next summer from Hadjuk Split 4. Who might leave? Sergio Reguilon is out of contract at the end of the season and will be sold if they can find a buyer. Even a massive injury crisis has not resurrected his Tottenham career. It was his first Spurs appearance for two years and eight months when he came off the bench in the 89th minute of the Carabao Cup quarter-final against Manchester United in December. Richarlison if they could raise a decent fee but that will be harder than ever after his absence through the first half of the season. He rejected a move to Saudi Arabia in the summer. Timo Werner is another option, if they can negotiate out of the loan deal with RB Leipzig and bring in a replacement. Richarlison could leave if Spurs can secure a decent fee, but this may prove tricky Timo Werner is another option should Spurs negotiate out of the loan deal with RB Leipzig 5. What unexpected moves should fans keep an eye on? A shrewd move for that old favourite Internal Solutions. Mikey Moore is a precocious talent on the wing at 17, but almost as soon as he burst onto the scene this season he picked up a virus and has not been seen since the end of October. He should return imminently and will be a vital injection of energy and speed to a squad that has been out on its feet while ailments have prevented Postecoglou from rotating just when the fixture calendar got its most congested. Other young academy products Will Lankshear and Alfie Dorrington will likely get their chances if the injury crisis persists, though they are not as highly thought of. Odobert, the £25m summer signing, should finally be able to make his mark soon when he returns from a hamstring injury that has kept him out even longer than Moore. Tottenham Hotspur Transfers Share or comment on this article: Tottenham January transfer briefing: who are they after, what do they need and who might leave? e-mail Add comment

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The team posted a video on social media of team members walking to Scotiabank Arena, with player Maveric Lamoureux saying the bus was “not moving at all.” Several city streets had been closed during the day for the annual Santa Claus parade. The Maple Leafs earned their fourth consecutive win by defeating Utah 3-2. The viral incident prompted Ontario Premier Doug Ford to call the congestion “embarrassing” and “unacceptable,” highlighting his government’s plan to address the city’s gridlock through bike lane legislation. It wasn’t the first time a Toronto visitor had to ditch their vehicle to make it to an event on time. In June, former One Direction band member Niall Horan had to walk through traffic to get to his concert at Scotiabank Arena. AP NHL: https://apnews.com/hub/nhl

For a radio station that doesn't care about ratings, 2MBS Fine Music Sydney has found an audience of loyal listeners all over the world. or signup to continue reading Veteran Drive program presenter Michael Morton-Evans even has one dedicated fan on the Isle of Wight in the UK, who sits by her fireplace to listen to his show. 2MBS was Australia's very first station on the FM radio band, hitting the airwaves at noon on December 15, 1974, beating Melbourne's 3MBS and Brisbane's 4ZZZ by a matter of months. The station in Sydney's St Leonards is celebrating 50 years of filling the airwaves with music - classical for the most part, but also jazz, blues and other genres. Morton-Evans has penned a history of 2MBS to mark the milestone, and believes it's the only volunteer-run station in the world to have lasted half a century. "It means everything to real lovers of classical music, we all love doing it, they all love listening to it," he told AAP. Ahead of a recent program, he's in the studio lining up traffic alerts and weather reports and just the right music to keep Sydney motorists calm during peak hour, starting with Russian composer Anton Arensky and Frenchman Georges Bizet. On a good day, the FM radio signal travels all the way to Newcastle and Wollongong, and Berrima in the southern highlands, while listeners further afield can tune in via the station's online stream and listening app. Three times a day the flow of classical music is interrupted by jazz programs, for those who happen to like that sort of thing, said Morton-Evans. "There's a sort of feeling around here among the jazz people that I don't like jazz, but it's not true - I do like jazz," he said. "Our jazz presenters are fantastic, they are so knowledgeable, they're almost worth listening to." One of those presenters, Jeannie McInnes, airs her popular program Jazz Rhythm with a different topic each week, ranging from Jackson Pollock's jazz playlist, to the sound of the colour green. "If you just want to hear the music, put on Spotify - if you want to learn something about the music, listen to the radio," she told AAP. Presenters such as Planet Jazz host Xavier Bichon revel in music of all kinds: a recent weekend saw him at a classical performance in the afternoon, and a Pearl Jam concert a few hours later. 2MBS does not rely on government grants and is entirely funded by its loyal listeners, some of whom have been very generous indeed. In 2010 one donor, Stefan Kruger, left the station $3 million in his will, enabling 2MBS to build a recording studio complete with grand piano, broadcast studios and a massive music library. Though most of the library is stored digitally these days, old technology is still kept on stand by including turntables, a reel to reel tape player, and a cassette deck. Before there was any of this equipment - or even a station to broadcast from - David James was the very first manager of 2MBS, helping it win a broadcast licence. Half a century later he still volunteers at the station, probably because he likes punishment, he jokes. "Radio is in my blood ... I just don't want to look at any other voluntary job anywhere." It's the people as much as the music, helped by the station's monthly wine and pizza nights, he said. There's also tea, coffee and biscuits on hand to fuel the station's 200 volunteers, such as former presenter Di Cox, 84. Cox has been volunteering at the station for 45 years and is still a regular visitor, selecting music for an upcoming program From Handel to Haydn. "Obviously I love it, because I've always said I'll never leave," she said. 2MBS is marking its milestone with a special retrospective program on Sunday at midday - exactly 50 years to the hour since its very first broadcast. It will also host a station open day on February 1, to commemorate its very first such event 50 years ago. DAILY Today's top stories curated by our news team. WEEKDAYS Grab a quick bite of today's latest news from around the region and the nation. WEEKLY The latest news, results & expert analysis. WEEKDAYS Catch up on the news of the day and unwind with great reading for your evening. WEEKLY Get the editor's insights: what's happening & why it matters. WEEKLY Love footy? We've got all the action covered. WEEKLY Every Saturday and Tuesday, explore destinations deals, tips & travel writing to transport you around the globe. WEEKLY Going out or staying in? Find out what's on. WEEKDAYS Sharp. Close to the ground. Digging deep. 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Compared to traditional exchanges, ONIX stands out in its commitment to supporting the needs of small-to-medium enterprises. By offering the lowest issuance costs in the industry, ONIX significantly lowers the entry barrier for resource-constrained companies. This initiative has attracted a diverse range of quality projects, injecting innovative momentum into the digital currency space. As an ONIX spokesperson stated, “We aim to lower issuance costs and create a fairer competitive environment, providing more opportunities for businesses worldwide. Our goal is not just to drive the success of specific projects but to lead the entire digital currency market toward a healthier, more orderly future.” Technology and security are at the heart of ONIX Exchange’s operations. By leveraging optimized algorithms and robust infrastructure, ONIX ensures that trades are executed within seconds, enabling users to respond to market movements in real-time and avoid missed opportunities due to delays. 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The platform offers a wealth of resources, including tutorials, webinars, and market insights, to help users navigate the complexities of cryptocurrency trading. By equipping users with knowledge, ONIX is cultivating a community of informed and confident traders who can make strategic investment decisions in an increasingly competitive market. Looking ahead, ONIX Exchange is focused on integrating advanced analytics, artificial intelligence technologies, and deeper connections with decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms to further enhance the user experience. The exchange’s mission is clear: to simplify and democratize cryptocurrency trading while offering a secure and enjoyable experience for all users. By breaking industry barriers, ONIX is setting a new standard of excellence in the digital asset trading space. ONIX Exchange’s commitment to openness and collaboration has also made it a key player in shaping the future of the digital currency industry. By partnering with more industry leaders, ONIX continues to push the boundaries of innovation and drive progress across the sector. With its clear vision and relentless pursuit of excellence, ONIX is paving the way for a more inclusive and accessible digital economy. Contact name: Jason Scott Company name: Onix Exchange Website https: https://on-ix.tr/ Country: USA Related Items: Cryptocurrency trading , Cryptocurrency Trading with Advanced Technology Share Tweet Share Share Email Recommended for you Why Cross-Chain Solutions Are the Future of Cryptocurrency Trading? Cryptocurrency Staking vs. Trading: Which is Better? Secxpress Exchange – Ushering in a New Era of Cryptocurrency Trading CommentsNEW YORK — Delta Air Lines is doubling down on its focus on premium travelers and courting customers who are willing to pay for extra services. The growing wealth of high-income travelers is driving demand for more premium services, according to Delta. The Atlanta-based airline during a media briefing Tuesday and during its annual Investor Day on Wednesday unveiled more details on how its strategy will evolve. In short, Delta has made a lot of money over the years catering to premium travelers and customers can expect Delta to push new amenities and levels of service in its airliners and in airport terminals that it can monetize. Over the last 15 years, Delta has added more classes of service on its airplanes beyond the typical coach class and first class or business class, including the addition of Comfort+ extra legroom seats and premium economy. “The more you pay, the more you get,” said Delta President Glen Hauenstein. “I think we’ll continue to add products along the way that will add value to customers in all classes of service and all cabins.” He said the goal is “essentially building a customized experience for them in their travel journey.” The changes will start in the main cabin next year and are expected to roll out in the premium cabins over several years, according to Hauenstein. He said over the next couple of years, the airline will test “what consumers want in their bundles and what they’re willing to pay for.” “We’re going to try our darndest not to alienate customers as we move along this, but just provide them more choice,” he said. The airline still wants to have economy class fares “for the masses” Hauenstein said, to attract travelers who may start in economy and then as they get older want to pay for more premium service. The further shift away from a one-size-fits-all airline may be disappointing to the many travelers who are primarily interested in low fares, deals and free flights using their miles. But according to Delta, high-income households — counted as those with annual earnings of $100,000 or more — make up 75% of the spending on air travel, and high-income households have grown their wealth more than 40% since 2019. The airline has been responding to the trends of high-income travelers by adding more and more premium seats on its planes. “We don’t think about us being solely a transportation provider. We’re about the experience,” said Delta CEO Ed Bastian. “That’s what keeps people flying us” — and paying more. In 2010, only about 10% of seats on Delta were premium seats. Back then, Delta was generally a two-class airline, offering coach class and first class on domestic flights, or coach class and business class on international flights. Now, it’s vastly different to fly on a Delta plane. About 30% of seats are now premium, and there are twice as many classes. There’s the lower tier called Basic Economy, there’s Comfort+ as a step above economy, and there’s Delta Premium Select as a step below Delta One business class. Along the way, Delta has sought to sell those seats, rather than giving them away as upgrades. To do that, Delta lowered the cost of first class fares to encourage people to buy them rather than relying on getting upgraded or seeing first class as out of reach. “We’ve made them more accessible,” Hauenstein said. Delta has increased the share of paid first class seats from 12% to nearly 75% over time — and making more money in the process. The airline has also added higher-end amenities like Delta One Lounges opened this year for business class passengers in New York and Los Angeles. By 2027, Delta expects revenue from premium seats to exceed its revenue from the main cabin. As an example, the wide-body Airbus A350-1000 jet, which Delta plans to add to its fleet starting in 2026, will have premium seating making up about half the seats. The focus on premium travelers is an approach that Delta hopes will allow it to further stand apart from competition, including ultra low-cost carriers and other airlines that have not developed as much of a premium reputation. According to Delta, research indicates that in high-income households, leisure travel is the highest priority purchase. It’s not just baby boomers retiring with hefty nest eggs. Two-thirds of Millennials are willing to spend on luxury travel, and Delta also pointed to research showing Millennials have more wealth than previous generations at that age. The airline has been targeting those younger customers by trying to get them to sign up for the SkyMiles frequent flier program, making that a condition of getting free in-flight Wi-Fi, for example. The Delta-American Express partnership also continues to grow in significance for the airline, which gets about $7 billion from AmEx as part of its agreement for Delta-branded credit cards that offer miles and other benefits. Delta plans to grow that to as much as $10 billion from the AmEx partnership in the coming years. The credit cards have become a key source of the airline’s financial strength. Delta says charges on Delta American Express cards amount to about 1% of total U.S. gross domestic product. Already, Delta gets most of its revenue from premium seats, the AmEx partnership and other sources, which it calls “revenue diversification.” While some airlines are going through financial struggles amid stiff competition and are pulling back on growth, including Southwest Airlines announcing major cuts in Atlanta and Spirit Airlines filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection this week, Delta plans a 3-4% increase in flying next year and expects to see revenue grow in the mid-single digits. Executives expects this quarter to be the airline’s best fourth quarter in history, and for 2025, which is Delta’s centennial, to be the company’s “best year ever.” And in the wake of Delta’s operational meltdown in late July following the CrowdStrike tech outage, the airline said it is modernizing its software and platforms for a more reliable operation. Another area where Delta is investing in technology is in artificial intelligence, including testing the use of generative AI to price flights. The airline is using GenAI pricing and inventory management technology from Israel-based Fetcherr, starting with about 1% of the Delta network today, according to Hauenstein. It portends “a full reengineering of how we price,” he said. “We will have a price that’s available on that flight, on that time to you, the individual.” That likely means many customers would pay more for flights. Delta wants to use the technology to fine-tune its efforts to raise fares as much as possible without losing market share. “The initial results show amazingly favorable unit revenues versus the beta,” Hauenstein said. “We’re in a test phase to roll out in a much more significant way throughout the year,” according to Hauenstein, while also noting it will be a multiyear process. “We’re very excited about it, but we want to be really smart about it, because it could also be very dangerous if it’s not controlled and it’s not done correctly.”

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