fish in the philippines LPGA, USGA to require players to be assigned female at birth or transition before pubertyIn a significant development, U.S. Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch has recused himself from a critical environmental case concerning a proposed railway project in Utah. This decision follows pressure from Democratic lawmakers who pointed to his previous ties with businessman Philip Anschutz, who allegedly has vested interests in the case, as a conflict of interest. The case, set for argument next Tuesday, involves a proposal to connect Utah's Uinta Basin to a broader rail network, primarily for transporting waxy crude oil. The case serves as a test for the breadth of environmental impact assessments required under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1970. The Supreme Court disclosed Gorsuch's decision through a brief statement, citing adherence to ethical conduct codes. Democratic Congressman Hank Johnson and peers had pushed for Gorsuch's withdrawal, advocating for stringent Supreme Court ethical standards. Johnson commended the recusal, emphasizing the need for public confidence in the Court's impartiality. The situation underscores ongoing concerns about justices' financial transparency and political influence. (With inputs from agencies.)

It was a sense of déjà vu when we recently took delivery of a Mercedes-AMG GLC63 S E Performance. The SUV followed in the footsteps of the C63 S E Performance that ushered in the controversial new generation of Affalterbach’s performance powertrains. Ever since Mercedes’ announcement in 2022 that the C63 will ditch the popular 4.0-litre bi-turbo V8 for an electrified 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine, Plant Petrolhead has been bracing for the Armageddon. Despite the powertrain producing all of 500kW of power and an eye-popping 1 020Nm of torque, petrified purists detested the idea. 2.0-litre mills in their opinions belong in Golf GTIs and lacks the soundtrack associated with eight cylinders. And don’t dare infuriate them further by stating that a flat foot awakens an articulated soundtrack that blares throughout the cabin and even on the outside through a barrage of speakers. Mercedes-AMG GLC63 against the clock So the proof was finally in the pudding when The Citizen Motoring ‘s Road Test Editor Mark Jones ran the AMG C63 against the clock at Gerotek. In clocking a 0 to 100km/h run in a mere 3.31 seconds, the new technology smashed the V8’s time by 0.78 seconds despite being an almighty 360kg heavier The sedan went one further by beating its arch-rival, the all-paw BMW M3 by 0.03 seconds. Back to the business of déjà vu, a noun which Brittanica Dictionary describes as “the feeling that you have already experienced something”. Like its sedan sibling, the Mercedes-AMG GLC63 S E also features a 350kW/545Nm 2.0-litre petrol engine in conjunction with a 6.1-kWh battery pack connected to an 150kW electric motor. And like the sedan, the GLC63 sends 500kW/1 020Nm to all four corners via nine-speed MCT Speedshift transmission. ALSO READ: PODCAST: Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 ‘not too shabby’ for a 2.0-litre V8 no match for new model The sprint time clocked by its 375kW/700Nm 4.0-litre bi-turbo V8 predecessor was the 3.99 seconds recorded with Mark’s Racelogic Vbox in 2018. The virtual drag race from 0 to 100km/h was dead and buried in the first second already as the new model reached 20km/h from a standstill more than half a second faster. It held onto this advantage in reaching 100km/h in 3.53 seconds, 0.46 seconds quicker than the V8, despite hauling and additional 225kg of weight. But, like with the new C63 compared to its predecessor , the new GLC63 eventually starts to fade the longer the race goes on as the battery starts depleting. The new Mercedes-AMG GLC63 reaches 200km/h in 14.82 seconds, trailing the V8 (13.6) by 1.22 seconds. Outsprinting BMW X3 M Competition The new GLC63 also secures the bragging rights over its main rival from Munich, the BMW X3 M Competition, although there is very little in it. The 375kW/650Nm 3.0-litre straight-six BMW managed a sprint time of 3.62 seconds last year which is only nine thousandths from the AMG. But again, like with the C63 and M3, the BMW X3 M Competition catches up with the AMG the longer the race goes on for. The X3 (11.71 seconds) just gets the better of the AMG (11.84) at a quarter-mile. But after that the punishment gets severe with the BMW reaching 200km/h in 12.74 seconds compared to the AMG’s 14.82 seconds. There are eight AMG Dynamic Select driving modes on offer; Electric, Comfort, Battery Hold, Sport, Sport+, Race, Slippery and Individual. These utilise the engine, battery and electric motor in various combinations, as well as the suspension, which in Comfort mode still allows the car to be a daily ride. Technically the GLC63 is a plug-in hybrid which offers pure electric driving, but this range is hardly more than a dozen kilos. The main purpose of the electric setup is to add performance to the internal combustion engine. Much more to come While the fake soundtracks of Affalterbach’s new tech might not be enough to convince the die-hards, the timesheets are indicative of the improvements in performance. We must also remember that this was their first attempt at this hybrid performance concoction and that it will further be improved over time. One very bitter pill to swallow though is the Mercedes-AMG GLC63’s price tag that starts at R2 760 000 before options. The V8 model that Mark tested just over six years ago started at R1 665 000. Like with the standard GLC range and other recently update models, Mercedes has loaded a lot more standard spec to the AMG GLC63. The cabin features as much tech as the drivetrain, while rear-axle steering is also now available. All in all, not too shabby for a two-litre. Mercedes-AMG GLC63 road test dataAs he bids farewell to professional football, Rafael looks back on his career with pride and satisfaction. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, determination, and perseverance, inspiring the next generation of players to strive for excellence on and off the pitch. While he may no longer be lacing up his boots for competitive matches, Rafael will always be remembered for his contributions to the beautiful game and the joy he brought to fans around the world.

Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. bought a new position in Hubbell Incorporated ( NYSE:HUBB – Free Report ) in the 3rd quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor bought 596 shares of the industrial products company’s stock, valued at approximately $255,000. A number of other institutional investors and hedge funds have also bought and sold shares of HUBB. Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc. grew its holdings in shares of Hubbell by 37.0% during the 3rd quarter. Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc. now owns 1,321 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $566,000 after purchasing an additional 357 shares during the last quarter. Bancreek Capital Management LP purchased a new stake in Hubbell during the third quarter valued at about $7,712,000. Nations Financial Group Inc. IA ADV grew its stake in shares of Hubbell by 3.3% during the third quarter. Nations Financial Group Inc. IA ADV now owns 5,484 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $2,349,000 after buying an additional 176 shares during the last quarter. Ashton Thomas Securities LLC bought a new position in shares of Hubbell during the third quarter valued at about $41,000. Finally, Sustainable Insight Capital Management LLC increased its holdings in shares of Hubbell by 18.1% in the third quarter. Sustainable Insight Capital Management LLC now owns 8,500 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $3,641,000 after buying an additional 1,300 shares during the period. 88.16% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors. Analysts Set New Price Targets Several research firms recently issued reports on HUBB. Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft upgraded Hubbell from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating and raised their price target for the stock from $431.00 to $441.00 in a research report on Friday, September 6th. Wells Fargo & Company raised their target price on shares of Hubbell from $445.00 to $455.00 and gave the stock an “equal weight” rating in a report on Wednesday, October 30th. StockNews.com upgraded shares of Hubbell from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating in a report on Thursday, November 14th. Stephens reissued an “overweight” rating and issued a $450.00 price target on shares of Hubbell in a report on Friday, August 2nd. Finally, Sanford C. Bernstein assumed coverage on shares of Hubbell in a research note on Tuesday, November 5th. They set an “outperform” rating and a $535.00 price objective for the company. Four equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and six have assigned a buy rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, Hubbell has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $445.56. Insider Buying and Selling at Hubbell In other news, insider Mark Eugene Mikes sold 1,144 shares of the stock in a transaction on Thursday, November 7th. The stock was sold at an average price of $466.20, for a total value of $533,332.80. Following the sale, the insider now directly owns 2,957 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $1,378,553.40. This represents a 27.90 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is accessible through this link . Insiders own 0.66% of the company’s stock. Hubbell Stock Up 0.9 % Shares of NYSE:HUBB opened at $460.81 on Friday. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.51, a quick ratio of 1.05 and a current ratio of 1.66. Hubbell Incorporated has a 52-week low of $293.91 and a 52-week high of $481.35. The firm has a market capitalization of $24.73 billion, a P/E ratio of 33.02, a P/E/G ratio of 1.68 and a beta of 0.90. The stock has a 50 day moving average price of $440.09 and a 200-day moving average price of $401.71. Hubbell ( NYSE:HUBB – Get Free Report ) last announced its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, October 29th. The industrial products company reported $4.49 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $4.47 by $0.02. The business had revenue of $1.44 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $1.48 billion. Hubbell had a return on equity of 28.81% and a net margin of 13.33%. The company’s revenue for the quarter was up 4.9% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter last year, the firm posted $3.95 earnings per share. As a group, equities research analysts anticipate that Hubbell Incorporated will post 16.47 EPS for the current fiscal year. Hubbell Increases Dividend The firm also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Monday, December 16th. Shareholders of record on Friday, November 29th will be issued a $1.32 dividend. This represents a $5.28 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 1.15%. The ex-dividend date is Friday, November 29th. This is a boost from Hubbell’s previous quarterly dividend of $1.22. Hubbell’s dividend payout ratio is 38.04%. Hubbell Profile ( Free Report ) Hubbell Incorporated, together with its subsidiaries, designs, manufactures, and sells electrical and utility solutions in the United States and internationally. It operates through two segments, Electrical Solutions and Utility Solutions. The Electrical Solution segment offers standard and special application wiring device products, rough-in electrical products, connector and grounding products, lighting fixtures, and other electrical equipment for use in industrial, commercial, and institutional facilities by electrical contractors, maintenance personnel, electricians, utilities, and telecommunications companies, as well as components and assemblies. 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Why releasing Aaron Rodgers now may not be New York Jets' best option | Sporting NewsIn a world that often feels fraught with uncertainty and turmoil, the story of this remarkable woman serves as a ray of light, illuminating the power of the human spirit to overcome even the darkest of days. Her journey through the wilderness, fueled by courage, love, and a deep-seated will to survive, stands as a testament to the enduring strength that lies within us all.Sarah Boone, the Florida woman convicted of killing her boyfriend in Feb. 2020 by locking him inside a suitcase, will spend the rest of her life in prison. Boone was convicted of second-degree murder by a six-person jury in October 2024. ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. - Sarah Boone , the Florida woman convicted of killing her boyfriend in Feb. 2020 by locking him inside a suitcase, will spend the rest of her life in prison. Boone was convicted of second-degree murder by a six-person jury in October 2024. Orange County Judge Michael Kraynick sentenced Boone to life in the Florida Department of Corrections. Boone rejected a 15-year plea deal prior to her trial. The defense filed a motion for a new trial, which was rejected. Sarah Boone was found guilty of second-degree murder in the Feb. 2020 death of her boyfriend, Jorge Torres. The jury a little more than an hour to reach a unanimous verdict. At the sentencing, Jorge Torres' mom and sisters spoke on his behalf. A few friends also spoke on behalf of Boone, including her cellmate and another inmate she met within the Orange County Jail. Jorge Torres' mother spoke during Sarah Boone's sentencing hearing in the death of her son. Boone was convicted of second-degree murder of Torres, who was locked inside a suitcase during a drunken game of hide-and-seek. "I don't hate her for what she did," Torres' mother told the judge during her victim impact statement. "She (did) not only kill my son, she killed a father, brother, an uncle." The mother of Jorge Torres remembered her son as a father, brother and uncle. "It's been hard on my family," she said, through tears. She said she does not "hate" Sarah Boone for what she did, but stopped short of forgiving her. "I don't hate her," she said. "I was blessed. She ain't gonna be blessed like me because I have my son, I raised him; I have his children." Torres' daughter, Ava, described her father as "one of a kind" and a "hidden gem." She said her father was taken by "evilness," and that he would be remembered long after Sarah. "I pray that you see his face when you see him at night," she said. Sarah Boone delivered a 20-minute speech during her sentencing hearing, following her conviction of second-degree murder in the death of her boyfriend, Jorge Torres. She alleged abuse by Torres during her speech, lamented the criminal justice system, the state, media coverage of her trial. She also discussed her love for Torres, and asked for forgiveness from him and his family.