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TOURIST TRAFFIC BurnhamPark is among the top tourist attractions in Baguio City. Tourismhas been driving the summer capital’s economy, resulting in related businesses that benefit even other provinces in the Cordillera. —NEIL CLARK ONGCHANGCO Private sector and domestic workers in the Cordillera and Mimaropa (Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon, Palawan) regions will receive higher pay before Christmas Day as the National Wages and Productivity Commission affirmed Thursday the new wage orders issued by the respective regional wage boards. The Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board (RTWPB) of Mimaropa increased the daily minimum wage for private sector workers in the region by P35. The minimum wage of workers in establishments with 10 workers and above will increase from P395 to P430 while those in establishments with less than 10 workers will increase from P369 to P404. It also approved a P1,000 monthly increase for domestic workers in the region, bringing the sector’s monthly minimum wage to P6,500. The two new wage orders in Mimaropa will take effect on Dec. 22. Meanwhile, the RTWPB Cordillera granted a P40 daily minimum wage increase across all provinces in the region. This brings the daily minimum wage from P430 to P470. The RTWPB also granted a P1,100 monthly increase for “kasambahay” (househelp) in the region, bringing the sector’s monthly minimum wage from P4,900 to P6,000. The two wage orders in the Cordillera will start being implemented on Dec. 24. In affirming the wage orders, the NWPC found that both regions complied with the criteria for determining wage increases under Republic Act Nos. 6727 and 10361, which include the needs of workers and their families, capacity of employers/industry to pay, and the requirements of economic and social development in the region. According to the Department of Labor and Employment, the wage orders are expected to directly benefit a total of 74,961 minimum wage earners in these regions. READ: Mimaropa workers to get daily minimum wage hike of P40 effective Dec. 7 About 252,055 full-time wage and salary workers earning above the minimum wage may also indirectly benefit as a result of upward adjustments at the enterprise level arising from the correction of wage distortion. Subscribe to our daily newsletter By providing an email address. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . Additionally, the wage increases for kasambahay are also expected to benefit 40,116 domestic workers—25 percent of whom are on live-in arrangements.Russian police raid Moscow nightclubs in LGBTQ+ crackdownNEW YORK , Dec. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Report with market evolution powered by AI - The global food processing machinery market size is estimated to grow by USD 22.09 billion from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of over 6.49% during the forecast period. Rising investments in food processing sector in developing economies in APAC is driving market growth, with a trend towards availability of customized food processing machinery. However, purchase of refurbished machinery and retrofitting of current machinery by food manufacturers poses a challenge. Key market players include Alfa Laval AB, ANKO Food Machine Co. Ltd., Bigtem Makine A.S., Bucher Industries AG, Buhler AG, Duravant LLC, FENCO Food Machinery s.r.l., GEA Group AG, Hosokawa Micron Corp., Illinois Tool Works Inc., John Bean Technologies Corp., Krones AG, LEHUI, Marel Group, Nichimo Co. Ltd., SPX FLOW Inc., Tetra Laval SA, The Middleby Corp., TNA Australia Pty Ltd., and Tomra Systems ASA. Key insights into market evolution with AI-powered analysis. Explore trends, segmentation, and growth drivers- View Free Sample PDF Market Driver The Food Processing Machinery Market is experiencing significant growth due to population expansion and increasing demand for processed food in sectors like meat and poultry, bakery and confectionery, seafood and poultry, dairy, grains, and beverages. Developing regions are attracting foreign direct investments, especially in leisure food production. Malnourished and undernourished people require immune-boosting meals, driving the need for advanced processing equipment. Pre-processing equipment like depositors, extruding machines, and slicers & dicers are in high demand. Refrigeration technology is crucial for preserving perishable goods. Processing, storage, transportation, and retail sales require various machinery like cutting machines, dispensing machines, ovens, and cultivation, harvesting, and cultivation equipment. Food safety concerns, taxes, and food additives are key challenges. The market is also witnessing trends towards minimizing food losses and increasing efficiency in processing. Overall, the Food Processing Machinery Market is a dynamic and growing industry that plays a vital role in ensuring food security and providing consumers with a wide range of high-quality food products. The food processing machinery market is witnessing an emerging trend towards customized equipment. This trend caters to the growing demand for machinery specifically designed to address unique production needs and product requirements. Customization enables food manufacturers to optimize their processes and differentiate their offerings. Tailor-made machinery aligns with the distinct characteristics of the products being processed, including size, shape, texture, and packaging needs. This level of customization leads to enhanced product quality, reduced waste, and improved operational efficiency. Request Sample of our comprehensive report now to stay ahead in the AI-driven market evolution! Market Challenges The Food Processing Machinery Market is experiencing significant growth due to population expansion and increasing demand for processed food in sectors like meat and poultry, bakery and confectionery, seafood and poultry, dairy, grains, and leisure food. Developing regions offer lucrative opportunities, with foreign direct investments playing a crucial role. However, challenges persist, including food losses, taxes, and food safety concerns. The processing equipment segment, including pre-processing, depositors, extruding machines, refrigeration, slicers & dicers, cutting machines, dispensing machines, ovens, and beverages, is key to addressing these challenges. Cultivation, harvesting, processing, storage, transportation, and retail sales also impact market dynamics. Immune-boosting meals and food additives are trends driving demand for advanced machinery. Food safety regulations and sustainable practices are crucial considerations for market players. Food manufacturing companies are turning to second-hand or rebuilt machinery to reduce costs, which is approximately half the price of new equipment. Some firms upgrade their existing machinery through retrofitting to enhance capabilities and operational efficiency. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Germany's food and beverages sector, numbering over 5,500 and employing around 550,000 people, often choose this cost-effective option due to financial constraints. The long lifespan and high cost of food processing machinery have led to a significant market for refurbished or retrofitted machinery. Discover how AI is revolutionizing market trends- Get your access now! This food processing machinery market report extensively covers market segmentation by 1.1 Depositors 1.2 Refrigeration 1.3 Slicers and dicers 1.4 Others 2.1 MP and S 2.2 Bakery 2.3 Dairy 2.4 Others 3.1 APAC 3.2 Europe 3.3 North America 3.4 Middle East and Africa 3.5 South America 1.1 Depositors- In the food processing sector, depositing equipment plays a significant role in various production lines, particularly in creating dough pieces for muffins, jellies, and decorating cakes. Depositing is an extrusion process that evenly distributes dough through nozzles or a conveyor belt from a die plate. GEA Group AG, a leading vendor, provides high-capacity depositors such as the DV and DLV cookie depositors for wire cut and smooth mix-placed biscuit manufacturing. The DV is directly connected to a tunnel oven band for mass production, while the DLV is a versatile, stand-alone machine suitable for cake production and testing. The DV3 co-extruder deposits two different doughs and a third filling simultaneously, producing dual or tri-colored filled biscuits. GEA's advanced ILPS technology and servo-motor control ensure precise and reliable depositing, ensuring consistent shape and weight for each biscuit. The increasing adoption of depositors in the food processing industries will fuel market growth in the depositors segment during the forecast period. Download a Sample of our comprehensive report today to discover how AI-driven innovations are reshaping competitive dynamics Research Analysis The Food Processing Machinery Market is experiencing significant growth due to population expansion and the increasing demand for processed food products in various sectors. Meat and poultry, bakery and confectionery, seafood and poultry, dairy, grains, and leisure food are some of the major segments driving market growth. Developing regions, particularly in Asia and Africa , are expected to offer lucrative opportunities due to rising disposable incomes and changing consumer preferences. Foreign direct investments are playing a crucial role in market expansion, particularly in the production of farm-raised fish solutions for addressing food security concerns in undernourished and malnourished populations. The market is also witnessing a focus on pollution control measures and reducing food losses to ensure sustainable and efficient food processing. The petroleum sector is also exploring opportunities in food processing machinery to optimize operations and reduce costs. Market Research Overview The Food Processing Machinery Market is witnessing significant growth due to population expansion and the increasing demand for processed food products in sectors such as meat and poultry, bakery and confectionery, seafood and poultry, dairy, grains, and beverages. Developing regions are expected to drive market growth due to the high demand for processed food and foreign direct investments. Leisure food and immune-boosting meals are also gaining popularity, leading to an increase in demand for processing equipment. Food losses due to taxes and food additives are major challenges for the market. However, advancements in processing equipment such as pre-processing equipment, depositors, extruding machines, refrigeration, slicers & dicers, cutting machines, dispensing machines, ovens, and cultivation, harvesting, processing, storage, transportation, and retail sales are addressing these challenges. Food safety concerns are also being addressed through stringent regulations and technological advancements. The Processing Equipment segment is expected to dominate the market due to the increasing demand for automated and efficient processing solutions. The market is also witnessing growth in the cultivation, harvesting, and processing of grains and seafood due to the high demand for these products in developing regions. The market is expected to continue its growth trajectory in the coming years, driven by these trends and the increasing demand for processed food products. Table of Contents: 1 Executive Summary 2 Market Landscape 3 Market Sizing 4 Historic Market Size 5 Five Forces Analysis 6 Market Segmentation Type Depositors Refrigeration Slicers And Dicers Others Application MP And S Bakery Dairy Others Geography APAC Europe North America Middle East And Africa South America 7 Customer Landscape 8 Geographic Landscape 9 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends 10 Company Landscape 11 Company Analysis 12 Appendix About Technavio Technavio is a leading global technology research and advisory company. Their research and analysis focuses on emerging market trends and provides actionable insights to help businesses identify market opportunities and develop effective strategies to optimize their market positions. With over 500 specialized analysts, Technavio's report library consists of more than 17,000 reports and counting, covering 800 technologies, spanning across 50 countries. Their client base consists of enterprises of all sizes, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies. This growing client base relies on Technavio's comprehensive coverage, extensive research, and actionable market insights to identify opportunities in existing and potential markets and assess their competitive positions within changing market scenarios. Contacts Technavio Research Jesse Maida Media & Marketing Executive US: +1 844 364 1100 UK: +44 203 893 3200 Email: [email protected] Website: www.technavio.com/ SOURCE Technavio
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BEIRUT — Israel's military launched airstrikes across Lebanon on Monday, unleashing explosions throughout the country and killing at least 31 while Israeli leaders appeared to be closing in on a negotiated ceasefire with the Hezbollah militant group. Israeli strikes hit commercial and residential buildings in Beirut as well as in the port city of Tyre. Military officials claimed they targeted areas known as Hezbollah strongholds. They issued evacuation orders for Beirut's southern suburbs, and strikes landed across the city, including meters from a Lebanese police base and the city's largest public park. The barrage came as officials indicated they were nearing agreement on a ceasefire, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu 's Security Cabinet prepared to discuss an offer on the table. Bulldozers remove the rubble of a destroyed building Monday that was hit in an Israeli airstrike in Dahiyeh, in the southern suburb of Beirut, Lebanon. Foreign ministers from the world’s leading industrialized nations also expressed cautious optimism Monday about possible progress on a ceasefire. “Knock on wood,” Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said as he opened the Group of Seven meeting outside Rome. “We are perhaps close to a ceasefire in Lebanon," he said. "Let's hope it's true and that there's no backing down at the last-minute.” A ceasefire in Gaza and Lebanon was foremost on the agenda of the G7 meeting in Fiuggi, outside Rome, that gathered ministers from Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States, in the last G7 encounter of the Biden administration. For the first time, the G7 ministers were joined by their counterparts from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar, as well as the Secretary General of the Arab League. Thick smoke, flames and debris erupt Monday from an Israeli airstrike that targeted a building in Tayouneh, Beirut, Lebanon. Meanwhile, massive explosions lit up Lebanon's skies with flashes of orange, sending towering plumes of smoke into the air as Israeli airstrikes pounded Beirut's southern suburbs Monday. The blasts damaged buildings and left shattered glass and debris scattered across nearby streets. Some of the strikes landed close to central Beirut and near Christian neighborhoods and other targets where Israel issued evacuation warnings, including in Tyre and Nabatiyeh province. Israeli airstrikes also hit the northeast Baalbek-Hermel region without warning. Lebanon's Health Ministry said Monday that 26 people were killed in southern Lebanon, four in the eastern Baalbek-Hermel province and one in Choueifat, a neighborhood in Beirut's southern suburbs that was not subjected to evacuation warnings on Monday. The deaths brought the total toll to 3,768 killed in Lebanon throughout 13 months of war between Israel and Hezbollah and nearly two months since Israel launched its ground invasion. Many of those killed since the start of the war between Israel and Hezbollah have been civilians, and health officials said some of the recovered bodies were so severely damaged that DNA testing would be required to confirm their identities. Israel claims to have killed more than 2,000 Hezbollah members. Lebanon's Health Ministry says the war has displaced 1.2 million people. Destroyed buildings stand Monday in the area of a village in southern Lebanon as seen from northern Israel. Israeli ground forces invaded southern Lebanon in early October, meeting heavy resistance in a narrow strip of land along the border. The military previously exchanged attacks across the border with Hezbollah, an Iran-backed militant group that began firing rockets into Israel the day after the war in Gaza began last year. Lebanese politicians have decried the ongoing airstrikes and said they are impeding ceasefire negotiations. The country's deputy parliament speaker accused Israel of ramping up its bombardment to pressure Lebanon to make concessions in indirect ceasefire negotiations with Hezbollah. Elias Bousaab, an ally of the militant group, said Monday that the pressure has increased because "we are close to the hour that is decisive regarding reaching a ceasefire." Israeli officials voiced similar optimism Monday about prospects for a ceasefire. Mike Herzog, the country's ambassador to Washington, earlier in the day told Israeli Army Radio that several points had yet to be finalized. Though any deal would require agreement from the government, Herzog said Israel and Hezbollah were "close to a deal." "It can happen within days," he said. Israeli officials have said the sides are close to an agreement that would include withdrawal of Israeli forces from southern Lebanon and a pullback of Hezbollah fighters from the Israeli border. But several sticking points remain. A member of the Israeli security forces inspects an impact site Sunday after a rocket fired from Lebanon hit an area in Rinatya, outskirts of Tel Aviv, Israel. After previous hopes for a ceasefire were dashed, U.S. officials cautioned that negotiations were not yet complete and noted that there could be last-minute hitches that either delay or destroy an agreement. "Nothing is done until everything is done," White House national security spokesman John Kirby said Monday. The proposal under discussion to end the fighting calls for an initial two-month ceasefire during which Israeli forces would withdraw from Lebanon and Hezbollah would end its armed presence along the southern border south of the Litani River. The withdrawals would be accompanied by an influx of thousands more Lebanese army troops, who have been largely sidelined in the war, to patrol the border area along with an existing U.N. peacekeeping force. Western diplomats and Israeli officials said Israel demands the right to strike in Lebanon if it believes Hezbollah is violating the terms. The Lebanese government says such an arrangement would authorize violations of the country's sovereignty. There are many obstacles preventing shoppers from upholding eco-friendly habits as much as they may want to—but not all of these barriers are necessarily real, or accurately understood. Shopping sustainably simply isn't convenient or accessible for many. Those who live in apartment buildings are 50% less likely to recycle , according to Ipsos. Reasons for this can vary from lack of space to buildings being excluded altogether because of recycling contamination issues. Many believe that sustainable products are too expensive or of a lower quality. The former is often true, which does create a hurdle for many: The manufacturing processes and materials for sustainable products are pricey. For instance, organic cotton requires an intensive production process free of certain chemicals or pesticides; by definition, true eco-friendly products can't be mass-produced, further upping their price tag. Using recycled materials for packaging, or obtaining an eco certification, can also be expensive. However, although the narrative of eco-friendly products being more expensive is true, there is often more of an effort to use better quality materials that last longer than their noneco-friendly counterparts. This could end up saving consumers money in the long run: By paying more upfront, they can get more wear out of sustainable fashion, for instance. There is also undeniable political rhetoric surrounding eco-friendly products—however, despite many Conservative politicians decrying sustainable products, members of all generations are increasingly choosing to prioritize shopping sustainably regardless of their political affiliation, according to research from NYU Stern Center for Sustainable Business . This finding shows a trend toward seeing sustainability as a nonpartisan subject everyone can benefit from, no matter where they lie on the political spectrum. Some might think eco-friendly clothing, in particular, is not fashion-forward; after all, many of the top clothing retailers in the world partake in fast fashion. However, brands are increasingly being recognized as 'cool' and 'trendy' for supporting environmentally ethical practices, particularly as younger generations prioritize sustainability, as noted before. Many increasingly popular online stores are taking advantage of this paradigm shift by offering secondhand shopping options that are not only fashionable, but also more affordable, like ThredUp or Poshmark. Additionally, many legacy large-name brands are hopping on the sustainability movement and are gaining appreciation from loyal customers. Amazon's Climate Pledge Friendly program partners with third-party certification bodies to make it easier for shoppers to identify eco-friendly products as they browse the website. H&M's newly launched H&M Rewear program debuts a resale platform that allows the resale of all clothing brands—not just their own. Similarly, Patagonia's Worn Wear program allows shoppers to trade in and buy used gear and clothing. The federal government is also working to close this gap. The Environmental Protection Agency's Safer Choice program is attempting to make sustainable shopping easier for consumers and companies alike. It includes a directory of certified products, a list of safer chemicals to look out for on labels, a "Safer Choice" label that products can earn to denote they are eco-friendly, and resources for manufacturers looking to adopt more sustainable practices. Most of all, though, the biggest way shoppers can shift toward sustainable shopping is through their behaviors and attitudes amongst their peers and communities. Studies show that humans largely care what others think of their actions; the more shoppers make environmentally conscious shopping the norm, the more others will follow suit. From an economic perspective, the more consumers shop eco-friendly, the more affordable and accessible these products will become, too: Sustainable products are currently more expensive because they are not in high demand. Once demand rises, production rates and prices can lower, making these products more accessible for all. Story editing by Carren Jao. Additional editing by Kelly Glass. Copy editing by Kristen Wegrzyn. This story originally appeared on The RealReal and was produced and distributed in partnership with Stacker Studio. On paper, being more sustainable and eco-friendly while shopping sounds great—so why don't more people do it? There is growing consumer consciousness about the environmental impact of where people choose to shop and the sustainability of the products they buy. According to McKinsey, over 60% of individuals surveyed in 2020 said they would be willing to pay more for a product that is packaged in an eco-friendly way. Since 2019, products marketed as being environmentally sustainable have seen a 28% growth in revenue compared to 20% for products with no such marketing, a 2023 McKinsey and NielsenIQ report found. Much of this is thanks to the preferences and attitudes of Gen Z, who, on average, care more than their older counterparts about being informed shoppers. The younger generation also has more social justice and environmental awareness altogether. Shoppers are willing to spend around 9.7% more on a product they know is sourced or manufactured sustainably, with 46% saying they would do so explicitly because they want to reduce their environmental footprint, according to a 2024 PwC report. Sustainable practices consumers look for from companies include production methods, packaging, and water conservation. But despite the growing consciousness around being more environmentally responsible, consumer actions don't always align with their values. In psychology, this is defined as the "say-do gap": the phenomenon wherein people openly express concern and intention around an issue, but fail to take tangible action to make a change. According to the Harvard Business Review in 2019, most consumers (65%) say they want to buy from brands that promote sustainability, but only 1 in 4 follow through. So why don't people actually shop sustainably, despite how much they express a preference for eco-friendly products—and how can we close the gap? The RealReal examined reports from the Harvard Business Review and other sources to explore why some shoppers want to buy sustainably but struggle to follow through. This lack of action isn't due to a lack of caring—in many cases, it's hard to know how to be a sustainable consumer and other factors are often outside of shoppers' control. But the more people shop sustainably, the easier and more accessible that market will be for everyone—making it much easier for folks to buy aligned with their values. Get local news delivered to your inbox!The 11 Best Sweatshirts You’ll Want to Wear All DayBrentford boss Thomas Frank claimed Brighton forward Joao Pedro should have been sent off during his side’s goalless Premier League draw at the Amex Stadium. Pedro escaped punishment after swinging an arm at Bees substitute substitute Yehor Yarmoliuk without making contact. VAR reviewed the second-half incident but deemed there was no violent conduct. Frank and Brighton head coach Fabian Hurzeler disagreed about the decision. “As I understand the rules, you can’t swing your arm to try to hit someone,” said Frank. “If you hit them or not, it’s a red, that’s the way I understand the rules.” Frank spoke to the match officials, including referee Andy Madley, about the flashpoint at full-time. “They haven’t seen the situation yet, not on TV afterwards,” said Frank. “To be fair to him, I think the angle can be tricky so that’s why you’ve got VAR.” Asked about Frank’s assessment, Hurzeler replied: “Interesting opinion. I see it completely different. “For me, it’s not a red card. He tried to get free from a person.” Brighton were booed off after their winless run was stretched to six top-flight games. Albion dominated for large periods and hit the woodwork inside four minutes through Julio Enciso. Bees goalkeeper Mark Flekken made some important saves before being forced off injured in the 36th minute, albeit his replacement Hakon Valdimarsson was rarely tested on his Premier League debut. The Seagulls remain 10th ahead of Monday’s trip to Aston Villa, with Brentford a position and two points below moving towards their New Year’s Day showdown with Arsenal. Hurzeler thought the jeers at full-time were unfair. “The team doesn’t deserve that because in all the games we had in the last weeks they were all good, they were all intense, they were all where we thought we deserved more” said the German, whose team have lost to Fulham and Crystal Palace and drawn with Southampton, Leicester and West Ham in recent matches. “We try to work hard to satisfy our supporters, we try to give them what they deserve, we try to make them proud. “But the Premier League is tough. We know there will be (tough) periods we have to go through, especially with this young squad. “We try to stick together, find the positive and keep on going.” Brentford, who remain without a top-flight away win this term, had an early Yoane Wissa finish ruled out for offside following VAR intervention but barely threatened, despite an improved second-half showing. Frank, who is awaiting news on Flekken and defender Ben Mee, who also left the field injured, said: “I thought it was a fair point. “Brighton were better in the first half, no big, clearcut chances, and I thought we were better second half. “Overall, I’m happy with the performance, especially the way we defended. “We haven’t had too many clean sheets this season, so in that context I thought it was very impressive against a good Brighton team. “We know we have a lot of players out – we get two more injuries during the game. “The way the players showed their mentality and character and dug in was hugely impressive.”
By HALELUYA HADERO, Associated Press President-elect Donald Trump asked the Supreme Court on Friday to pause the potential TikTok ban from going into effect until his administration can pursue a “political resolution” to the issue. The request came as TikTok and the Biden administration filed opposing briefs to the court, in which the company argued the court should strike down a law that could ban the platform by Jan. 19 while the government emphasized its position that the statute is needed to eliminate a national security risk. “President Trump takes no position on the underlying merits of this dispute. Instead, he respectfully requests that the Court consider staying the Act’s deadline for divestment of January 19, 2025, while it considers the merits of this case,” said Trump’s amicus brief, which supported neither party in the case. The filings come ahead of oral arguments scheduled for Jan. 10 on whether the law, which requires TikTok to divest from its China-based parent company or face a ban, unlawfully restricts speech in violation of the First Amendment. Earlier this month, a panel of three federal judges on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit unanimously upheld the statute , leading TikTok to appeal the case to the Supreme Court. The brief from Trump said he opposes banning TikTok at this junction and “seeks the ability to resolve the issues at hand through political means once he takes office.”Immigration and Economy Dominate as Iceland Voters Head to PollsStock market today: Wall Street inches higher to set more records
NEW YORK — Kaapo Kakko scored a power-play goal with 24 seconds left, and the New York Rangers stopped a five-game slide by topping the Montreal Canadiens 4-3 on Saturday. Artemi Panarin, Vincent Trocheck and Mika Zibanejad also scored for the Rangers, who got their first win since a 4-3 victory at Vancouver on Nov. 19. Adam Fox had two assists, and Jonathan Quick made 25 saves. With Montreal's Kirby Dach serving a four-minute, high-sticking penalty, Kakko got his fourth goal of the season. The Canadiens trailed 3-1 after two periods. But Cole Caufield scored his 14th goal 4:16 into the third and Nick Suzuki tied it at 14:07. Trocheck tipped the puck past Montreal goaltender Sam Montembeault at 19:56 to put New York ahead after Panarin and Montreal's Mike Matheson scored earlier in the first. Panarin put the Rangers ahead at 9:02, scoring on a 5-on-3 for New York's first power-play goal since Nov. 12 at home against Winnipeg. Matheson tied it at 11:47. Montembault made 24 saves for Montreal. Canadiens: Dropped to 3-7-1 on the road. Rangers: Forwards Chris Kreider and Filip Chytil returned to the lineup. Kreider missed three games with an upper-body injury while Chytil was out for seven after colliding with teammate K'Andre Miller on Nov. 14. Reilly Smith and Jonny Brodzinski were scratched. Seeking an early spark, New York captain Jacob Trouba fought Montreal's Josh Anderson 1:58 into the contest. It appeared to give the Rangers a collective jolt that was missing in recent games. The Rangers are 11-1-0 when scoring first. It was the 1,700th home win in franchise history. The Canadiens visit the Boston Bruins on Sunday. The Rangers host the New Jersey Devils on Monday.Omaha Westside coach Paul Limongi hospitalized, will miss Class A state championship gameS.Korea political upheaval shows global democracy's fragility - and resilience
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Black Friday deals on Thunderbolt docking stations for your laptop are nearly here, but that’s not stopping retailers from offering holiday sales early. We’ve been on the hunt for the best Thunderbolt dock deals for several weeks now, but we’re consolidating them on this page as Black Friday approaches. I’ve reviewed docking station deals at major retailers, comparing them to my extensive reviews of and my knowledge of their pricing. Even better, I explain each deal is worth buying. Want more? I’ve included a FAQ with more information: how to differentiate between the various standards, the price I’d expect to pay, and more. Best Black Friday Thunderbolt dock deals . If you’ve been following our lists of deals, some of these are familiar: They’re solid docks that keep going on sale. And some of the discounts are somewhat deceptive. Last year, the (a perfectly good travel dock, ) was being sold for $100 on a “50 percent discount.” This year, it’s being sold for $69.99 at Walmart (and ). At least at Walmart, the $69.99 price tag is now the “regular price,” not a discount. Still, it’s a steal! Ditto for the , which was $131 last year but now $68.75 at Amazon. I think the still represents excellent value for the money, and it’s my favorite deal right now. and it was excellent. Here, the G2 swaps HDMI ports for DisplayPort ports, so if you only have HDMI connections on your displays, you’ll have to buy some . Otherwise, it’s a compact and effective dock for your desk. I also think you’ll be happy with the (which is a true Thunderbolt 3 dock, though the name’s a bit confusing.) It has the same caveat as the HP dock above: it sports just one HDMI port plus an upstream Thunderbolt port. If you want to connect it to a display, you’ll need a dongle like the one suggested above. Just make sure you add a cable to your cart. The works for both Macs and Windows PCs. (Our friends at Macworld loved it per .) This CalDigit dock is also a good choice if you’re looking for a more full-featured dock. That’s also the reason I’ve included the , which has a good reputation even if I haven’t reviewed it. Ditto for the . The is the only exception to the Thunderbolt category, as it uses , which I’ve found exceedingly stable for office use but not for games. We’ve also reviewed quite a few Thunderbolt docking stations in our list of the . Black Friday: The best PC deals around Check out our roundups for the best PC-related deals in a wide variety of categories! FAQ Officially, this year’s Black Friday takes place on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Cyber Monday is the following Monday, or Dec. 2, 2024. Early Black Friday sales have already begun at several retailers, though sales should ramp up as Black Friday nears. Retailers haven’t been shy about using early sales to unload inventory before the Black Friday craziness begins. Over the years, I’ve found that certain retailers simply outdo others in specific product categories. I routinely search sites like Newegg, B&H, Target, and Walmart, but Amazon typically has the best collection of deals on docking stations of all stripes, including Thunderbolt docks. Premium Thunderbolt docks usually retail for about $220 to $270 or so, depending upon the features. I usually hope for $200 or less. In 2024, you benefit from one key trend: Thunderbolt 3 and Thunderbolt 4 are roughly the same in terms of throughput and features, but retailers keeping old hardware on the shelves. It’s likely that you’ll still see substantial sales on older Thunderbolt 3 hardware, with lesser discounts applied to Thunderbolt 4 options. I’m already seeing evidence of that. The , which has been one of my favorite Thunderbolt 3 docks for years, is being discontinued in favor of the , the Thunderbolt 4 version. With Thunderbolt 3 hardware on its way out — and very similar to Thunderbolt 4 in what it can do — you should expect additional discounts on older TB3 hardware. Thunderbolt 5 is just barely beginning to roll out. You won’t see any deals there. Consult your laptop’s manual. A Thunderbolt port be labeled with a small lightning-bolt logo, but that icon can sometimes be used to signal that the port can be used for charging, too. If nothing else, a USB-C dongle/hub will always work with a USB-C port. USB ports have been around for years. USB-C (the oval-shaped port) replaced USB-A (the rectangular port) because USB-C was more versatile, with higher speeds and a reversible port connector. USB-C ports can be rated for either 5Gbps or 10Gbps, just like a normal USB-A port. But some USB-C ports connect to a Thunderbolt chip inside your laptop, and this allows the port to run at a higher 40Gbps speed. Physically, the connector looks exactly the same. It’s just what it can do that’s different. is slowly entering the market, but with only one or two docks and a tiny number of laptops right now. You won’t see any sales on Thunderbolt 5 docks during the 2024 holiday season. Speed and features. A USB-C hub connects to a single 4K (or 1080p) display and provides a mix of ports: USB-A, SD card slots, and so on. You can usually plug your laptop’s USB-C power cable (if it uses one) right into it. A Thunderbolt dock supplies even more bandwidth for more ports. There are two key differences: It has enough bandwidth to drive a pair of 4K displays, and many docks come with their own power supply that can charge your laptop as well as your phone. All that occurs via the Thunderbolt cable that connects your laptop to the dock. Yes and no. Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4, and USB 4 all run at 40Gbps across the same connector. USB 4 is identical to Thunderbolt 4. But if your laptop runs USB 4, it won’t “understand” Thunderbolt 3 protocols. USB 4 laptops, which are still rare, have AMD Ryzen chips inside. Physically, they use the same USB-C cable. Functionally, they’re the same, and run at the same 40Gbps throughput. Thunderbolt 4 was released almost as a patch to Thunderbolt 3, ensuring that everything worked properly. If your laptop has Thunderbolt, you should be able to buy either a Thunderbolt 3 or Thunderbolt 4 dock without any problems. Since Thunderbolt 3 is being phased out, you’ll probably find more discounts on the older Thunderbolt 3 hardware. (For all the gory details, see my roundup of the .) Possibly. Historically, the back of a desktop has been chock-full of I/O ports, especially DIY models that you build yourself. Desktops usually have extra room for internal SSDs, SD cards, and so on. However, if your desktop lacks these things, and if it includes an external Thunderbolt port, you can always add these additional components externally via Thunderbolt. Read the user reviews closely. While Macs adopted Thunderbolt first, some of the Apple M1 silicon couldn’t keep up with Intel Thunderbolt controllers used by Windows PCs, and the Apple macOS experience suffered as a result. If a Windows user complains, pay attention; otherwise, you can dismiss them. Mark has written for PCWorld for the last decade, with 30 years of experience covering technology. He has authored over 3,500 articles for PCWorld alone, covering PC microprocessors, peripherals, and Microsoft Windows, among other topics. Mark has written for publications including PC Magazine, Byte, eWEEK, Popular Science and Electronic Buyers' News, where he shared a Jesse H. Neal Award for breaking news. He recently handed over a collection of several dozen Thunderbolt docks and USB-C hubs because his office simply has no more room.
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