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NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks tiptoed to more records amid a mixed Tuesday of trading, tacking a touch more onto what’s already been a stellar year so far. The S&P 500 edged up by 2 points, or less than 0.1%, to set an all-time high for the 55th time this year. It’s climbed in 10 of the last 11 days and is on track for one of its best years since the turn of the millennium. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 76 points, or 0.2%, while the Nasdaq composite added 0.4% to its own record set a day earlier. AT&T rose 4.6% after it boosted its profit forecast for the year. It also announced a $10 billion plan to send cash to its investors by buying back its own stock, while saying it expects to authorize another $10 billion of repurchases in 2027. On the losing end of Wall Street was U.S. Steel, which fell 8%. President-elect Donald Trump reiterated on social media that he would not let Japan’s Nippon Steel take over the iconic Pennsylvania steelmaker. Nippon Steel announced plans last December to buy the Pittsburgh-based steel producer for $14.1 billion in cash, raising concerns about what the transaction could mean for unionized workers, supply chains and U.S. national security. Earlier this year, President Joe Biden also came out against the acquisition. Tesla sank 1.6% after a judge in Delaware reaffirmed a previous ruling that the electric car maker must revoke Elon Musk’s multibillion-dollar pay package. The judge denied a request by attorneys for Musk and Tesla’s corporate directors to vacate her ruling earlier this year requiring the company to rescind the unprecedented pay package. All told, the S&P 500 rose 2.73 points to 6,049.88. The Dow fell 76.47 to 44,705.53, and the Nasdaq composite gained 76.96 to 19,480.91. In the bond market, Treasury yields held relatively steady after a report showed U.S. employers were advertising slightly more job openings at the end of October than a month earlier. Continued strength there would raise optimism that the economy could remain out of a recession that many investors had earlier worried was inevitable. The yield on the 10-year Treasury rose to 4.23% from 4.20% from late Monday. Yields have seesawed since Election Day amid worries that Trump’s preferences for lower tax rates and bigger tariffs could spur higher inflation along with economic growth. But traders are still confident the Federal Reserve will cut its main interest rate again at its next meeting in two weeks. They’re betting on a nearly three-in-four chance of that, according to data from CME Group. Lower rates can give the economy more juice, but they can also give inflation more fuel. The key report this week that could guide the Fed’s next move will arrive on Friday. It’s the monthly jobs report , which will show how many workers U.S. employers hired and fired during November. It could be difficult to parse given how much storms and strikes distorted figures in October. Based on trading in the options market, Friday’s jobs report appears to be the biggest potential market mover until the Fed announces its next decision on interest rates Dec. 18, according to strategists at Barclays Capital. In financial markets abroad, the value of South Korea’s currency fell 1.1% against the U.S. dollar following a frenetic night where President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law and then later said he’d lift it after lawmakers voted to reject military rule. Stocks of Korean companies that trade in the United States also fell, including a 1.6% drop for SK Telecom. Japan’s Nikkei 225 jumped 1.9% to help lead global markets. Some analysts think Japanese stocks could end up benefiting from Trump’s threats to raise tariffs , including for goods coming from China . Trade relations between the U.S. and China took another step backward after China said it is banning exports to the U.S. of gallium, germanium, antimony and other key high-tech materials with potential military applications. The counterpunch came swiftly after the U.S. Commerce Department expanded the list of Chinese technology companies subject to export controls to include many that make equipment used to make computer chips, chipmaking tools and software. The 140 companies newly included in the so-called “entity list” are nearly all based in China. In China, stock indexes rose 1% in Hong Kong and 0.4% in Shanghai amid unconfirmed reports that Chinese leaders would meet next week to discuss planning for the coming year. Investors are hoping it may bring fresh stimulus to help spur growth in the world’s second-largest economy. In France, the CAC 40 rose 0.3% amid continued worries about politics in Paris , where the government is battling over the budget. AP Business Writers Yuri Kageyama and Matt Ott contributed.

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Share this Story : Housing Design Awards: An air of celebration and gratitude Copy Link Email X Reddit Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Breadcrumb Trail Links Life Homes Housing Design Awards: An air of celebration and gratitude Author of the article: Anita Murray, Anita Murray Published Nov 21, 2024 • Last updated 51 minutes ago • 6 minute read Join the conversation You can save this article by registering for free here . Or sign-in if you have an account. RND Construction was the top winner with seven trophies, including custom builder of the year and a custom home category for this home with Andre Godin Design. Photo by Gordon King Photography Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Article content It was a special night for Ottawa’s housing industry Nov. 2 as excellence in design was celebrated at the annual Housing Design Awards in record fashion. Organized by the Greater Ottawa Home Builders’ Association, the awards gala, now in its 41 st year, is one of the largest events of its kind in the city. A record 760 guests gathered at the Rogers Centre Ottawa (formerly the Shaw Centre), which was decked out in a theme of urban graffiti, complete with on-site artists creating works for auction, break dancers, record spinners and an Airstream RV serving signature drinks. Advertisement 2 Story continues below This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles from Elizabeth Payne, David Pugliese, Andrew Duffy, Bruce Deachman and others. Plus, food reviews and event listings in the weekly newsletter, Ottawa, Out of Office. Unlimited online access to Ottawa Citizen and 15 news sites with one account. Ottawa Citizen ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles from Elizabeth Payne, David Pugliese, Andrew Duffy, Bruce Deachman and others. Plus, food reviews and event listings in the weekly newsletter, Ottawa, Out of Office. Unlimited online access to Ottawa Citizen and 15 news sites with one account. Ottawa Citizen ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Sign In or Create an Account Email Address Continue or View more offers If you are a Home delivery print subscriber, unlimited online access is included in your subscription. Activate your Online Access Now Article content Hobin Architecture claimed five awards, including two for an infill development near the Experimental Farm called Peridot. Photo by Riley Snelling Photography Trophies were awarded to area designers, architects, builders, renovators and suppliers in 54 categories ranging from kitchens and bathrooms to production and custom homes, renovations, green innovation, design details and more. In all, there were 232 finalists (another record) from 369 entries (yet another record). “Not only did we have a record number of entries and companies participating, but the quality of entries continues to climb even further, with our members striving to raise the bar even more each year,” says Linda Oliveri Blanchard, who chairs the awards committee. Ardington + Associates Design won five trophies, including one for this home with Maple Leaf Custom Homes and Cedar Ridge Designs & Custom Cabinetry. Photo by Kevin Belanger Photography Entries were judged by 12 industry experts from across the country, who each had certain categories to evaluate in blind judging. Laurysen Kitchens won five awards for a mix of kitchen and bathroom categories, including this one with Sonya Kinkade Design. Photo by JVL Photography “Overall, I was very impressed with the superior quality, the forward thinking, the beauty of these submissions,” says designer Benjamin John Ouellette of BJOID Inc., who judged the kitchen and bath categories. “Greater Ottawa has absolutely phenomenal talent.” Minto Communities was named production builder of the year, along with winning three other awards for the 2023 dream home in the CHEO lottery with Tanya Collins Design. Photo by Gordon King Photography Many of the trends or recurring elements that we saw in last year’s awards continued or were amplified this year. Arches, texture, wall treatments and wood were all popular, as they were last year. Joining them this year were moody bathrooms and the use of rich, saturated colour everywhere. Advertisement 3 Story continues below This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Article content Shean Architects claimed designer of the year from a crowded field of 12 entrants, along with winning two other categories. Photo by Scott Norsworthy photograph Big winners Leading the pack was RND Construction, which took home seven trophies ranging from custom homes and kitchens to green innovation and one of the prestige categories — custom builder of the year, a category that RND has won repeatedly, including for the last three years in a row. “It’s always a thrill to win,” RND owner Roy Nandram said the morning after the gala. He then added: “We need to think about the people who help us win an award: our staff or subtrades; our architects and designers we work with; and, more importantly, we have amazing clients.” Amsted Design-Build won three awards, including being named renovator of the year for a record 11th time. Amsted was also named Ontario renovator of the year earlier this fall. Photo by Gordon King Photography Following closely behind RND was a trio of companies with five wins each: Hobin Architecture, Laurysen Kitchens and Cedar Ridge Designs & Custom Cabinetry. Other prestige category winners included Shean Architects, which was named designer of the year among a crowded field of 12 entrants, and Amsted Design-Build, which reclaimed the renovator of the year award for a record 11 th time. Amsted was also named provincial renovator of the year at this fall’s Awards of Distinction put on by the Ontario Home Builders’ Association. Advertisement 4 Story continues below This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Article content For Amsted owner Steve Barkhouse, the overwhelming feeling was gratitude. “Grateful to see a record turnout to the event and a record number of fantastic submissions. Grateful to be pushed harder every year by our strong competition.” The All Things Home People’s Choice Award went to Modello Homes for a custom bungalow home that’s a blend of modern farmhouse and contemporary. Photo by Flex Media & Photography Other notable wins Minto Communities and Tanya Collins Design scooped up an impressive three trophies for one home — the grand prize home in last year’s CHEO Dream of a Lifetime lottery. A prime example of design infused with rich colour, the home was decorated with a palette of deep green, blue, burgundy and caramel. Collins won a fourth award for best home office and Minto also captured a fourth, for production builder of the year, a prestige award the builder last won in 2022. The final prestige category was the coveted All Things Home People’s Choice Award, the only trophy that is determined by public vote. This year’s award went to custom builder Modello Homes for a sophisticated modern farmhouse bungalow loft in an estate subdivision. PLOTNONPLOT Architecture teamed with Crossford Construction to win three awards of their own for one home, dubbed the Warren. The quirky yet sophisticated custom urban home took its cue from a rabbit’s lair, with the main living level partially embedded into the ground and boasting eye-catching round windows scattered throughout. The project won its custom home category and for its kitchen and primary ensuite. Advertisement 5 Story continues below This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Article content And Claridge Homes won four trophies, two for its Sussex model and one each for its Wentworth and Shinnecock models, all at River’s Edge in Riverside South. The homes opened earlier this year. Crossford Construction won four awards, including three with PLOTNONPLOT Architecture for a custom home dubbed the Warren. Photo by Kevin Belanger Photography The winners Production home, attached, 2,000 sq. ft. or less Claridge Homes, the Sussex Production home, attached, 2,001 sq. ft. or more Claridge Homes, the Wentworth Production home, single detached, under $950,000 Claridge Homes, the Shinnecock Hills Production home, single detached, $950,001 – $1,200,000 Mackie Homes, the Trenton Production home, single detached, $1,200,001 and over Hobin Architecture, the Beckett New community, underway BLD Homes, McEwen’s Mill New community, built Hobin Architecture, Peridot Apartment, condo or rental Uniform Urban Developments with Hobin Architecture and 2H Interior Design, Echo Condo or rental apartment suite, 801 sq. ft. or more Campanale with Raywal Cabinets, Urban Terraces at Longfields Square II Custom home, 3,000 sq. ft. or less Ardington + Associates Design with Maple Leaf Custom Homes and Cedar Ridge Designs & Custom Cabinetry Advertisement 6 Story continues below This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Article content Custom home, 3,001 sq. ft. or more Nowacki Homes Custom urban home, 2,800 sq. ft. or less PLOTNONPLOT Architecture with Crossford Construction Custom urban home, 2,800 – 3,800 sq. ft. RND Construction with Andre Godin Design Custom urban home, 3,800 sq. ft. or more Linebox Studio with Sanchez Homes Custom urban home, semi-detached RJH Architecture + Planning with Haslett Construction Production kitchen, 200 sq. ft. or less Laurysen Kitchens with Urbandale Construction Production kitchen, 201 – 250 sq. ft. Claridge Homes, the Sussex Production kitchen, 251 sq. ft. or more Minto Communities with Tanya Collins Design and Laurysen Kitchens, the Equestrian Custom kitchen, 175 sq. ft. or less, traditional Gordon Weima Design Builder Custom kitchen, 175 sq. ft. or less, contemporary PLOTNONPLOT Architecture with Crossford Construction Custom kitchen, 176 – 250 sq. ft., traditional West of Main with Urban Quarry Custom kitchen, 176 – 250 sq. ft., contemporary The Cabinet Connection Custom kitchen, 251 sq. ft. or more, traditional, $100,000 and under Sonya Kinkade Design with Laurysen Kitchens Advertisement 7 Story continues below This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Article content Custom kitchen, 251 sq. ft. or more, contemporary, $100,000 and under Simmonds Architecture with RND Construction and Cedar Ridge Designs & Custom Cabinetry Custom kitchen, 251 sq. ft. or more, traditional, $100,001 and over – John Laurysen Memorial Trophy West of Main with Urban Quarry Custom kitchen, 251 sq. ft. or more, contemporary, $100,001 and over RND Construction with Cedar Ridge Designs & Custom Cabinetry Production bathroom Minto Communities with Tanya Collins Design and Laurysen Kitchens, the Equestrian Custom bathroom, 100 sq. ft. or less, traditional Nathan Kyle Studio Custom bathroom, 100 sq. ft. or less, contemporary PLOTNONPLOT Architecture with Crossford Construction Custom bathroom, 101 sq. ft. or more, traditional West of Main with Urban Quarry and Cedar Ridge Designs & Custom Cabinetry Custom bathroom, 101 sq. ft. or more, contemporary Laurysen Kitchens with Peridot Design & Build Bathroom – powder room RND Construction with Cedar Ridge Designs & Custom Cabinetry Renovation under $150,000 Amsted Design-Build Renovation $150,001 – $250,000 Suite Spot Design with To Do-Done Advertisement 8 Story continues below This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Article content Renovation $250,001 – $400,000 Terra Nova Building Corp. Renovation $400,001 – $600,000 Amsted Design-Build Renovation $600,001 – $750,000 Shean Architects Renovation $750,001 – $1,000,000 Simmonds Architecture with Casa Verde Construction Renovation $1,000,001 and over Casa Verde Construction Basement renovation Suite Spot Design with To Do-Done Housing details Shean Architects with Cada Construction Any room in the house Hobin Architecture with Cada Construction Best home office Tanya Collins Design Exterior details Nowacki Homes Exterior living space Simmonds Architecture with RND Construction Alternative enclosed space Crossford Construction Anywhere in the world Hobin Architecture with 2H Interior Design Innovation award – production home of the year Minto Communities with Tanya Collins Design and Agrodrain Systems Limited, the Equestrian Innovation award – custom home of the year RND Construction Custom builder of the year RND Construction Designer of the year Shean Architects Production builder of the year Minto Communities Renovator of the year Amsted Design-Build All Things Home People’s Choice Award Modello Homes Article content Share this article in your social network Share this Story : Housing Design Awards: An air of celebration and gratitude Copy Link Email X Reddit Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Comments You must be logged in to join the discussion or read more comments. 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Dunxin Financial Holdings Limited Announces Planned ADS Ratio ChangeConcrete Repair Mortars Market to Observe Prominent CAGR of 4.0% by 2031, Size, Share, Trends, Demand, Growth, Challenges and Competitive Outlook 12-03-2024 09:46 PM CET | Advertising, Media Consulting, Marketing Research Press release from: Data Bridge Market Research Data Bridge Market Research analyzes that the global concrete repair mortars market which was USD 2,037,831.75 thousand in 2023, is expected to reach USD 2,905,459.73 thousand by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 4.0% during the forecast period of 2024 to 2031. Market Definition: Concrete repair mortars are specialized materials used to repair and restore damaged or deteriorating concrete structures. These materials are designed to restore the structural integrity, durability, and aesthetic appearance of concrete surfaces, extending the lifespan of the structures. Concrete repair mortars are commonly used in various applications, including bridges, highways, buildings, parking structures, industrial facilities, and more. Browse More About This Research Report @ https://www.databridgemarketresearch.com/reports/global-concrete-repair-mortars-market The major players covered in the Adhesives Technology Corporation (ATC) (U.S.), W. R. Meadows, Inc. (U.S.), ARDEX AMERICAS (U.S.), Garon Products Inc. (U.S.), MC-Bauchemie (Germany), The Euclid Chemical Company (a subsidiary of RPM International Inc.) (U.S.), Remmers (UK) Limited (U.K.), Aquafin (Belgium), Chembond Chemicals Limited (India), TCC Materials (U.S.), Ronacrete Ltd (U.K.), Pidilite Industries Ltd. (India), Master Builders Inc. (a brand of MBCC Group) (U.S.), Fosroc, Inc. (Canada), Sika AG (Switzerland), Flexcrete Technologies Ltd (As a Subsidiary of Akzo Nobel N.V.) (U.K.), Dayton Superior Corporation (U.S.), MAPEI S.p.A. (Italy), Saint-Gobain Weber (As a Subsidiary of Saint-Gobain) (France), Normet (Finland) Competitive Landscape and Global Concrete Repair Mortars Market Share Analysis: The concrete repair mortars market competitive landscape provides details by competitor. Details included are company overview, company financials, revenue generated, market potential, investment in research and development, new market initiatives, global presence, production sites and facilities, production capacities, company strengths and weaknesses, product launch, product width and breadth, and application dominance. The above data points provided are only related to the companies' focus related to concrete repair mortars market. Browse More Reports: https://databridgenews.blogspot.com/2024/11/single-use-plastic-bags-market-size.html https://databridgenews.blogspot.com/2024/11/ultra-heat-treatment-uht-processing-in_28.html https://databridgenews.blogspot.com/2024/11/aarskog-scott-syndrome-treatment-market_28.html https://databridgenews.blogspot.com/2024/12/carboxylic-acid-market-trends-forecast.html About Data Bridge Market Research: An absolute way to predict what the future holds is to understand the current trend! Data Bridge Market Research presented itself as an unconventional and neoteric market research and consulting firm with an unparalleled level of resilience and integrated approaches. We are committed to uncovering the best market opportunities and nurturing effective information for your business to thrive in the marketplace. Data Bridge strives to provide appropriate solutions to complex business challenges and initiates an effortless decision-making process. Data Bridge is a set of pure wisdom and experience that was formulated and framed in 2015 in Pune. Contact Us: - Data Bridge Market Research US: +1 614 591 3140 UK: +44 845 154 9652 APAC: +653 1251 1629 Email: - sopan.gedam@databridgemarketresearch.com This release was published on openPR.

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The Vegas Golden Knights offense came to life against the Montreal Canadiens, as part of a 6-2 victory at Bell Centre on Saturday. The Golden Knights improved to 13-6-2 on the season, and goalie Adin Hill made 15 saves. “I thought it was a lot of good things, it wasn’t just luck,” Golden Knights coach Bruce Cassidy said. “And once you get a lead like that, then you should be able to finish the job, and we did.” Here are three takeaway from the game: Explosive Second Period The Golden Knights’s offense has been inconsistent of late, but it came to life by scoring five goals in the second period to put the game away early. Tomas Hertl, Cal Burke, Ivan Barbashev, Tanner Pearson, and Keegan Kolesar scored in the period. “It was a great feeling, even better that we were able to close it out,” Kolesar said. Golden Knights’ Top Line Dominates Eichel (one goal, two assists) and Barbashev (one goal, two assists) had a dominant night against the Canadiens. Montreal made a push in the third period, scoring two goals, but Eichel’s goal at 18:12 capped off a good night for the top line. “They had a good night,” Cassidy said. “Let’s face it, in the third period, we got off our game; they pushed us. I know it’s late, but at the end of the day, good on them to make a play.” It has been a game of musical chairs on Eichel’s right wing with forward Mark Stone out of the lineup. Cassidy has tried Alexander Holtz, Pavel Dorofeyev, and most recently Burke in that spot, which brings us to... Burke’s First NHL Goal Burke tallied his first NHL goal by playing alongside the top line. “It feels good. It takes a little bit of pressure off, knowing that you can do it and you’ve got a goal, so you’re not always fishing for it,” he said. “To score my first goal, assisted by Eichel and Barbashev. ‘Barbie’ made a good pass, put it on a platter for me.” Burke has played six career NHL games after spending most of his career in the minors. While Burke’s time with the team may be limited, the Golden Knights hope he can give them some valuable minutes and solid play during his stint with the team. Paul Delos Santos is the Las Vegas sports insider for Dice City Sports. Follow him on X at @PaulDelos_ . This article first appeared on Dice City Sports and was syndicated with permission.ATHENS, Ohio (AP) — Jackson Paveletzke scored 23 points as Ohio beat Morehead State 88-76 on Saturday night. Paveletzke also contributed eight rebounds for the Bobcats (4-5). Elmore James scored 16 points, shooting 6 for 8, including 2 for 4 from beyond the arc. AJ Clayton went 5 of 10 from the field (2 for 7 from 3-point range) to finish with 14 points. The Eagles (3-6) were led in scoring by Tyler Brelsford, who finished with 16 points, six rebounds and five assists. Jalen Breazeale added 13 points for Morehead State. Kade Ruegsegger also had 12 points, six rebounds and three steals. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .Austin stresses alliances as 'great strategic advantage,' calls for 'steady' American leadership

One of Australia’s biggest supermarkets has announced a giveaway with a prize pool worth $2 million. Coles announced it’s first ever Christmas Instant Win giveaway. It will allow more than 66,000 customers to win instant money off their in-store shop until New Year's Day. Shoppers who spend $20 or more in-store and then scan their Flybuys card will find out if they’ve won instant prize. There are 6667 $10 off prizes every week. There are also 4999 chances to win $20 off every week, as well as 3333 $50 off your shops. The big prize — where there are 1667 chances to win — sees winners get $100 off their shop. Coles has announced a huge giveaway. Picture: Martin Keep/Coles. Shoppers can choose to use their savings immediately or store it on their Flybuys account for future shops. However, the latter method is only available until March 11, 2025. Amanda McVay, Coles chief customer officer, said Christmas Instant Win is another way the supermarket is offering value. “Our Christmas Instant Win giveaway is all about adding a special surprise to the shopping experience, helping our customers get more value when they shop with us this holiday season,” Ms McVay said. “We want to say thank you to our customers for shopping at Coles by spreading some festive cheer – and we can’t wait to see the joy and excitement as our customers win.” It comes after fans raved about a $99 Urbanworx 5-in-1 High Speed Hair Dryer as part of its regular Best Buys sales. Amanda McVay, Coles chief customer officer, said Christmas Instant Win is another way the supermarket is offering value. Picture: news.com.au The product came with two dryer barrels, two curling barrels and a styling brush, a similarity some shoppers claim make it a “dupe” of the $849 Dyson Airwrap. Laila Cooke said she spotted it in the special aisle while popping into the supermarket on her lunch break, adding it was a great option for people who “couldn’t justify” splurging on the luxury version. Coles launched its Best Buys range in 2021 and is only available in-store, but not everywhere. Items are also only available while stocks last. At the time Best Buys was announced, a spokesperson for the supermarket said it would provide a platform for emerging brands to showcase their limited edition products to a large national customer base. The latest Best Buys collection included a premium glassware collection, a serving board and a lazy Susan. There were also a variety of other festive-themed items. More Coverage 25yo given three years to live after shock text Claudia Poposki Nestle responds to outrage over choccie snap Claudia Poposki Originally published as Coles announces huge $2m giveaway Eat Don't miss out on the headlines from Eat. Followed categories will be added to My News. More related stories Eat Iconic product vanishes after 100 years A popular brand has revealed it has ditched one product from it’s offering — and fans aren’t happy with the news. Read more Eat Nestle responds to outrage over choccie snap An image of a popular assorted chocolate box has social media users up in arms over the stark change in the product. Read more2 Stocks That Could Create Lasting Generational Wealth

Jimmy Carter, the 39th U.S. president who led the nation from 1977 to 1981, has died at the age of 100. The Carter Center announced Sunday that Carter died peacefully at his home in Plains, Georgia, surrounded by family. His death comes about a year after his wife of 77 years, Rosalynn, passed away. The Carter Center will provide updates about ceremonies and activities to honor the life of President Carter as they become available here and soon on the official Carter Family Tribute Site ( https://t.co/Tg5UZt7kPV ). Read our statement: https://t.co/CNBUBpffPz — The Carter Center (@CarterCenter) December 29, 2024 Despite receiving hospice care at the time, he attended the memorials for Rosalynn while sitting in a wheelchair, covered by a blanket. He was also wheeled outside on Oct. 1 to watch a military flyover in celebration of his 100th birthday. The Carter Center said in February 2023 that the former president and his family decided he would no longer seek medical treatment following several short hospital stays for an undisclosed illness. Carter became the longest-living president in 2019, surpassing George H.W. Bush, who died at age 94 in 2018. Carter also had a long post-presidency, living 43 years following his White House departure. RELATED STORY: Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter: A love story for the ages Before becoming president Carter began his adult life in the military, getting a degree at the U.S. Naval Academy, and rose to the rank of lieutenant. He then studied reactor technology and nuclear physics at Union College and served as senior officer of the pre-commissioning crew on a nuclear submarine. Following the death of his father, Carter returned to Georgia to tend to his family's farm and related businesses. During this time, he became a community leader by serving on local boards. He used this experience to elevate him to his first elected office in 1962 in the Georgia Senate. After losing his first gubernatorial election in 1966, he won his second bid in 1970, becoming the state’s 76th governor. As a relative unknown nationally, Carter used the nation’s sour sentiment toward politics to win the Democratic nomination. He then bested sitting president Gerald Ford in November 1976 to win the presidency. Carter battles high inflation, energy crisis With the public eager for a change following the Watergate era, Carter took a more hands-on approach to governing. This, however, meant he became the public face of a number of issues facing the U.S. in the late 1970s, most notably America’s energy crisis. He signed the Department of Energy Organization Act, creating the first new cabinet role in government in over a decade. Carter advocated for alternative energy sources and even installed solar panels on the White House roof. During this time, the public rebuked attempts to ration energy. Amid rising energy costs, inflation soared nearly 9% annually during Carter's presidency. This led to a recession before the 1980 election. Carter also encountered the Iran Hostage Crisis in the final year of his presidency when 52 American citizens were captured. An attempt to rescue the Americans failed in April 1980, resulting in the death of eight service members. With compounding crises, Carter lost in a landslide to Ronald Reagan in 1980 as he could only win six states. Carter’s impact after leaving the White House Carter returned to Georgia and opened the Carter Center, which is focused on national and international issues of public policy – namely conflict resolution. Carter and the Center have been involved in a number of international disputes, including in Syria, Israel, Mali and Sudan. The group has also worked to independently monitor elections and prevent elections from becoming violent. Carter and his wife were the most visible advocates for Habitat for Humanity. The organization that helps build and restore homes for low- and middle-income families has benefited from the Carters’ passion for the organization. Habitat for Humanity estimates Carter has worked alongside 104,000 volunteers in 14 countries to build 4,390 houses. “Like other Habitat volunteers, I have learned that our greatest blessings come when we are able to improve the lives of others, and this is especially true when those others are desperately poor or in need,” Carter said in a Q&A on the Habitat for Humanity website. Carter also continued teaching Sunday school at Maranatha Baptist Church in his hometown well into his 90s. Attendees would line up for hours, coming from all parts of the U.S., to attend Carter’s classes. Carter is survived by his four children.