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CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle was named the recipient of the National Motorsports Press Association’s Myers Brothers Award on Friday for his humanitarian aid efforts earlier this summer in the wake of Hurricane Helene. Before most of the country knew the devastation the hurricane dealt Western North Carolina and East Tennessee, the 54-year-old Biffle had already boarded his personal helicopter, delivering aid to the flooded, remote region that was cut off from the rest of the world. Biffle’s unselfish efforts as part of Operation Helidrop spearheaded NASCAR’s mobilization to help those who desperately needed food, water, medicine, clothing and housing. During one of his trips to the mountains, a trapped man signaled Biffle for help with a mirror. After multiple attempts, Biffle was able to land his helicopter and provide the supplies the man and his neighbors needed. Biffle won 54 races across NASCAR's three circuits, including 19 at the Cup Series level. He also won the Trucks Series championship in 2000 and the Xfinity Series title in 2002. The award, selected annually by a vote of the NMPA membership, is presented annually since 1958 in honor of former NASCAR competitors Billy and Bobby Myers and recognizes individuals and/or groups who have provided outstanding contributions to the sport of stock car racing. Biffle is a first-time winner of the award. The other nominees for 2024 were Wayne Auton, Erik Jones Foundation, Kyle Larson, Grant Lynch, Winston Kelley, Doug Rice and David Wilson.Gaetz withdraws as Trump's pick for attorney general, averting confirmation battle in the Senate

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jalen Hurts is still in the NFL's concussion protocol, forcing the Philadelphia Eagles to play against Dallas without their star quarterback. The Eagles will turn to backup Kenny Pickett on Sunday because Hurts is still dealing with the lingering effects of a concussion suffered against Washington. Hurts was injured early at Washington after his head slammed against the ground on one run and he was hit in the helmet by Commanders linebacker Frankie Luvu at the end of another. Eagles coach Nick Sirianni said the Eagles would lean on the medical staff on a daily basis to know where Hurts — who threw two touchdown passes and ran for a pair of scores in the first meeting against Dallas in November — was in his recovery from the head injury. The 26-year-old Hurts did not practice this week, leaving Pickett — who suffered a rib injury in relief action against the Commanders — in line for his first start as an Eagle. Pickett was 14 of 24 for 143 yards against the Commanders, throwing a touchdown pass to A.J. Brown and an interception. Pickett is from New Jersey and said when he was acquired from Pittsburgh that he had “great memories” of going to games at Lincoln Financial Field with his dad and grandfather since he was 5. The chance to run out of the home team tunnel — which he could get Sunday if he’s the starting QB — left him absolutely delighted. “It's a big opportunity,” Pickett said this week. “I've been working hard to stay ready. I felt like I was in a good position last game with my preparation. Now, having a week to practice, I'll feel even better going into the stadium.” Pickett, a first-round pick out of Pitt in 2022, went 14-10 as a starter for the Steelers. The Eagles will bump third-stringer Tanner McKee to the backup spot. The Eagles also signed QB Ian Book this week to the practice squad. There has been recent precedent for quarterbacks to play a week after entering the league’s concussion protocol. Jacksonville's Trevor Lawrence sustained a head injury while scrambling up the middle on the team’s final drive in Week 15 loss to Baltimore last season. Lawrence misfired on seven of his final eight passes after the hit, a stretch that raised concerns on the sideline about his health. Lawrence reported symptoms after the game. He entered the protocol but was cleared in time to start the next game at Tampa Bay. The Eagles (12-3) could decide to play it safe and rest Hurts with the team needing a win against Dallas or the New York Giants to clinch the NFC East and the No. 2 seed in the NFC. Hurts shook off a sluggish start over the first four games and has thrown 18 touchdowns against just five interceptions to turn the Eagles into Super Bowl contenders. Thanks in large part to the tush push, Hurts has 14 rushing touchdowns this season. The Eagles won the Super Bowl for the 2017 season behind backup QB Nick Foles when starter Carson Wentz went down with a late-season injury. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFL

Did you buy raw milk from one of these LA County retailers? You may need to return itLiverpool receive new referee verdict after Premier League instant VAR statement vs LeicesterVor Biopharma Inc. VOR shares are trading higher on Friday after the company announced it has entered into a securities purchase agreement for a private investment in public equity financing (PIPE). What To Know: The company expects to generate about $55.6 million in gross proceeds from the PIPE. Vor plans to utilize these proceeds in order to fund clinical and preclinical development of its pipeline candidates and for general corporate purposes. As part of the PIPE, Vor will issue a total of 55,871,260 shares of common stock and accompanying warrants to purchase an additional 69,839,075 shares, priced at $0.99425 per share and warrants. If exercised for cash, the warrants would result in additional gross proceeds to Vor of up to approximately $58.5 million. The PIPE was led by Reid Hoffman who believes in the potential of Vor’s trem-cel therapy to treat acute myeloid leukemia. The therapy utilizes CRISPR/cas9 to modify the bone marrow of patients. “Early data released by Vor suggest a potent effect, which now must be confirmed by future trials. I am delighted to support this company that uses a game-changing technology that will hopefully impact the lives of patients with this lethal cancer – but even more the trajectory of cancer therapy in general,” said Hoffman. Related Link: Spotlight on SolarEdge Technologies: Analyzing the Surge in Options Activity VOR Price Action: At the time of writing, Vor stock is trading 40.8% higher at $1.18, according to data from Benzinga Pro . Image: Image: Emilian Danaila from Pixabay © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.

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CARMEL, Ind. , Nov. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Syra Health Corp. (NASDAQ: SYRA) ("Syra Health" or the "Company"), a healthcare technology company powering better health by providing meaningful solutions, announced today its participation in the Noble Financial Capital Markets 20th Annual Equity Conference, known as NobleCon20, taking place December 3-4 in Boca Raton, Florida . Syra Health CEO, Dr. Deepika Vuppalanchi , will present at the prestigious event, which highlights emerging growth companies. Dr. Vuppalanchi will deliver the Company's presentation on December 3 at 2:00 p.m. ET . The presentation will highlight Syra Health's healthcare solutions, designed to address the growing mental health crisis, other chronic conditions, and child welfare challenges, while delivering both improved patient outcomes and public health advancements. These innovative approaches are particularly impactful in regions where the demand for accessible, affordable, and high-quality care is rapidly increasing, reflecting Syra's commitment to fostering healthier communities and driving meaningful change. "We are excited to present Syra Health's innovations at the Noble Conference," said Dr. Vuppalanchi. "This platform provides an excellent opportunity to engage with investors to discuss how our solutions are transforming healthcare, improving outcomes, and driving access and affordability across the system." Following the presentation, Dr. Vuppalanchi will engage in a fireside chat, offering further insights into Syra Health's strategy and vision for the future. In addition to the presentation and fireside chat, Dr. Vuppalanchi will participate in one-on-one meetings with investors. Syra Health's CFO, Priya Prasad , will also attend the event. Syra Health's financial outlook is robust, with strong revenue growth and an expanding market presence. The Company is well-positioned to capitalize on the increasing demand for its innovative healthcare solutions and to continue driving value for stakeholders. ABOUT SYRA HEALTH Syra Health is a healthcare technology company powering better health in challenging areas such as behavioral and mental health, digital health, and population health, by providing innovative services and technology products. Syra Health's offerings are centered on prevention, improved access, and affordable care. Syra Health supplies its solutions to payers, providers, life sciences organizations, academic institutions, and the government. For more information, please visit www.syrahealth.com . Forward-Looking Statements Statements in this press release about future expectations, plans, and prospects, as well as any other statements regarding matters that are not historical facts, may constitute "forward-looking statements." These statements include but are not limited to, statements relating to the expected use of proceeds, the Company's operations and business strategy, and the Company's expected financial results. The words "anticipate," "believe," "continue," "could," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "may," "plan," "potential," "predict," "project," "should," "target," "will," "would" and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. The forward-looking statements contained in this press release are based on management's current expectations and are subject to substantial risks, uncertainty, and changes in circumstances. Investors should read the risk factors set forth in our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 , and other periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Any forward-looking statements contained in this press release speak only as of the date hereof, and, except as required by federal securities laws, the Company specifically disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. For Investor or Media Inquiries: Christine Drury IR/PR Syra Health 463-345-5180 christined@syrahealth.com View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/syra-health-to-present-at-noblecon20-302317009.html SOURCE Syra Health

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WASHINGTON (AP) — One year after the Jan. 6, 2021 , U.S. Capitol attack, Attorney General Merrick Garland said the Justice Department was committed to holding accountable all perpetrators “at any level” for “the assault on our democracy.” That bold declaration won't apply to at least one person: Donald Trump. Special counsel Jack Smith's move on Monday to abandon the federal election interference case against Trump means jurors will likely never decide whether the president-elect is criminally responsible for his attempts to cling to power after losing the 2020 campaign. The decision to walk away from the election charges and the separate classified documents case against Trump marks an abrupt end of the Justice Department’s unprecedented legal effort that once threatened his liberty but appears only to have galvanized his supporters. The abandonment of the cases accusing Trump of endangering American democracy and national security does away with the most serious legal threats he was facing as he returns to the White House. It was the culmination of a monthslong defense effort to delay the proceedings at every step and use the criminal allegations to Trump's political advantage, putting the final word in the hands of voters instead of jurors. “We always knew that the rich and powerful had an advantage, but I don’t think we would have ever believed that somebody could walk away from everything,” said Stephen Saltzburg, a George Washington University law professor and former Justice Department official. “If there ever was a Teflon defendant, that’s Donald Trump.” While prosecutors left the door open to the possibility that federal charges could be re-filed against Trump after he leaves office, that seems unlikely. Meanwhile, Trump's presidential victory has thrown into question the future of the two state criminal cases against him in New York and Georgia. Trump was supposed to be sentenced on Tuesday after his conviction on 34 felony counts in his New York hush money case , but it's possible the sentencing could be delayed until after Trump leaves office, and the defense is pushing to dismiss the case altogether. Smith's team stressed that their decision to abandon the federal cases was not a reflection of the merit of the charges, but an acknowledgement that they could not move forward under longstanding Justice Department policy that says sitting presidents cannot face criminal prosecution. Trump's presidential victory set “at odds two fundamental and compelling national interests: On the one hand, the Constitution’s requirement that the President must not be unduly encumbered in fulfilling his weighty responsibilities . . . and on the other hand, the Nation’s commitment to the rule of law,” prosecutors wrote in court papers. The move just weeks after Trump's victory over Vice President Kamala Harris underscores the immense personal stake Trump had in the campaign in which he turned his legal woes into a political rallying cry. Trump accused prosecutors of bringing the charges in a bid to keep him out of the White House, and he promised revenge on his perceived enemies if he won a second term. “If Donald J. Trump had lost an election, he may very well have spent the rest of his life in prison,” Vice President-elect JD Vance, wrote in a social media post on Monday. “These prosecutions were always political. Now it’s time to ensure what happened to President Trump never happens in this country again.” After the Jan. 6 attack by Trump supporters that left more than 100 police officers injured, Republican leader Mitch McConnell and several other Republicans who voted to acquit Trump during his Senate impeachment trial said it was up to the justice system to hold Trump accountable. The Jan. 6 case brought last year in Washington alleged an increasingly desperate criminal conspiracy to subvert the will of voters after Trump's 2020 loss, accusing Trump of using the angry mob of supporters that attacked the Capitol as “a tool” in his campaign to pressure then-Vice President Mike Pence and obstruct the certification of Democrat Joe Biden's victory. Hundreds of Jan. 6 rioters — many of whom have said they felt called to Washington by Trump — have pleaded guilty or been convicted by juries of federal charges at the same courthouse where Trump was supposed to stand trial last year. As the trial date neared, officials at the courthouse that sits within view of the Capitol were busy making plans for the crush of reporters expected to cover the historic case. But Trump's argument that he enjoyed absolute immunity from prosecution quickly tied up the case in appeals all the way up to the Supreme Court. The high court ruled in July that former presidents have broad immunity from prosecution , and sent the case back to the trial court to decide which allegations could move forward. But the case was dismissed before the trial court could get a chance to do so. The other indictment brought in Florida accused Trump of improperly storing at his Mar-a-Lago estate sensitive documents on nuclear capabilities, enlisting aides and lawyers to help him hide records demanded by investigators and cavalierly showing off a Pentagon “plan of attack” and classified map. But U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon dismissed the case in July on grounds that Smith was illegally appointed . Smith appealed to the Atlanta-based 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, but abandoned that appeal on Monday. Smith's team said it would continue its fight in the appeals court to revive charges against Trump's two co-defendants because “no principle of temporary immunity applies to them.” In New York, jurors spent weeks last spring hearing evidence in a state case alleging a Trump scheme to illegally influence the 2016 election through a hush money payment to a porn actor who said the two had sex. New York prosecutors recently expressed openness to delaying sentencing until after Trump's second term, while Trump's lawyers are fighting to have the conviction dismissed altogether. In Georgia, a trial while Trump is in office seems unlikely in a state case charging him and more than a dozen others with conspiring to overturn his 2020 election loss in the state. 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How CVCs can unlock value for Malaysian businesses MALAYSIA is a country with bold innovation ambitions, as we look to expand and evolve the national technology landscape. Corporate venture capital (CVC) can be a vital catalyst to achieve these ambitions. Successfully advancing innovation will require both substantial investment by leading Malaysian corporations and an energised collaboration with the local startup ecosystem. This is critical to delivering corporate success, as well as achieving the targets of key roadmaps such as the Malaysia Startup Ecosystem Roadmap 2021-2030. Such investment has seen significant growth in the last decade, with over 1,000 CVC entities established globally by 2021 — the peak of the activity. While a recent slowdown has cooled startup activity somewhat, CVC is still a critical part of the region’s business landscape. Singtel Innov8’s investment in Wiz.ai and Beacon’s investment in Grab both highlight growing engagement in corporate ventures across the region. Despite global and regional growth, however, CVC activity in Malaysia remains relatively subdued compared to South-East Asian leaders such as Singapore, Thailand and Indonesia. Identifying and addressing the reasons for this discrepancy are essential. Boston Consulting Group (BCG), with its tech-build and design unit BCG X and Capital Markets Malaysia, engaged over 30 senior leaders of Malaysian corporations, undertaking detailed discussions and surveys to understand this landscape in a recent report: “Advancing Malaysia’s Innovation Landscape: The Pivotal Role of Corporate Venture Capital”. The findings provide a strategic pathway to enhance CVC performance in Malaysia. Malaysia’s current CVC landscape CVC represented just under half (46%) weighted average of total venture capital (VC) funding in South-East Asia from 2021 to H1 2024. Over the same period, Malaysia had a CVC funding share of 21%, demonstrating significant untapped value potential. In absolute terms, the combined value of CVC and VC funding in Malaysia reached US$379mil over this timeframe, compared to US$2,511mil in Indonesia and US$7,654mil in Singapore. Despite this lower base, however, there are encouraging shoots of growth that hint at a maturing ecosystem in Malaysia. Malaysia’s domestic VC market grew 21% between 2016 and 2020. While certainly an important indication of growth, Malaysia is still 17 percentage points behind the South-East Asian average. This is down to several factors, including the limited presence of VCs compared to comparator nations, access to suitable talent and existing deal flow. While Malaysia’s VC ecosystem has traditionally relied heavily on government-related funding, promising signs of transition are emerging. Notably, there has been an increase in non-government funding in recent years — rising 10 percentage points from 27% in 2021 to 37% in 2022 — catalysed by the Malaysian Government’s Dana Penjana Nasional (DPN) programme. It should be highlighted that not all stages of Malaysia’s startup ecosystem are presented with the same funding situation. A significant 91% of VC deals in Malaysia are valued under RM10mil, compared to 76% in Singapore and just 60% in Indonesia, indicating a major gap in mid to late-stage funding. With a significant pot of untapped liquidity held by Malaysian corporates, CVC could offer a powerful opportunity to energise a more holistic startup ecosystem, in turn supporting a culture of innovation that can drive benefits for the whole economy. Investing in growth A key motivator for corporations to initiate CVC programmes is their role in driving growth and innovation. If executed well, CVC can provide an accelerated and cost-effective path to access new technology capabilities that is crucial in today’s fast-evolving technology landscape. What’s clear is that there is an appetite for innovation in Malaysia. Two thirds (64%) of executives in the research agree that their innovation ambitions are linked to corporate strategy and aligned with overarching strategic goals. However, a lack of consensus at the senior level may be a barrier, with under half (40%) of executives agreeing that achieving the company’s innovation ambition is a strategic priority for top management and is widely communicated throughout the organisation. There is also clear hesitation about the pathway to establishing a CVC, with just 39% expecting to do so in the next three years, and only 8% already having done so. The challenges echo many of those seen across business transformation initiatives — risk aversion, lack of VC expertise, a focus on core business and immediate business challenges, conservative investment strategies and bureaucracy. Despite the common challenges highlighted above, a few pioneering companies in Malaysia are already demonstrating the value and benefits of CVC. For instance, Malaysian conglomerate Sunway founded Sunway City KL as a startup laboratory, leveraging this experience to inform strategic partnerships for future CVC development. Multinational energy company PETRONAS established PETRONAS Ventures to strategically align its CVC objectives with the overarching group strategy, assessing both financial and non-financial outcomes to understand success. Meanwhile, infrastructure conglomerate YTL has deployed exploratory investments to build exposure and scale carefully with clear business alignment. Three levers for success These successes, alongside our broader research and experience, have enabled us to identify three key levers to catalyse a stronger CVC ecosystem in Malaysia. > Educate and enhance awareness for board and senior leadership. This should be supported by an increase in strategic role modelling, using a portfolio approach to help manage risk and optimise returns, backed by a dedicated investment committee. > Create opportunities to start small. Start small to provide early, low-risk exposure to CVC. Partner with VCs to leverage experience and market understanding, and implement co-investment funds to mitigate perceived risks. > Improve connectivity between startups, corporates and funding sources. Develop centralised platforms to improve cohesion across the ecosystem, and strengthen corporate-investor links. Encourage regular networking events to build and reinforce these connections. These three levers provide a platform to uplift Malaysia’s CVC ecosystem, which would be crucial to unlock capital in our business environment to energise innovation. We know innovation can be hard and risky. Yet, despite the recent corrections of valuations and the so-called “tech-winter”, we see a wealth of untapped opportunities for Malaysian corporates. Smart investors invest when valuations are low, and this suggests the time to double down on CVC initiatives is now. With the right ambition and strategy, corporations are positioned to turn those green shoots of growth into a fully-fledged ecosystem, one that benefits not only their business, but the economy as a whole. Hanno Stegmann is a managing director and partner, as well as the Ventures Southeast Asia head in BCG X. Nurlin Mohd Salleh is head of BCG Malaysia, as well as a managing director and partner.