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Cenex was established as the UK’s first Centre of Excellence for Low Carbon and Fuel Cell technologies in 2005. Today, Cenex focuses on low emission transport & associated energy infrastructure and operates as an independent, not-for-profit research technology organization (RTO) and consultancy, specializing in project delivery, innovation support and market development. Like the Maritime Battery Forum, Cenex’s independence ensures impartial, trustworthy advice, and, as a not-for-profit, the company is driven by the outcomes that are right for their customers, their industry and the environment, not by the work that pays the most or favors one technology. As trusted advisors with expert knowledge, they are the go-to source of guidance and support for public and private sector organizations along with their transition to a zero-carbon future and provide their customers the insights and solutions that reduce pollution, increase efficiency and lower costs. For over 15 years, the company has been working on low and zero-emission technologies across the transport sector. As on-road battery electrification has grown, the technology developed for road transport is now being adopted in other sectors. Cenex has been involved in multiple small-ferry (fewer than 99 passengers) electrification projects, as well as electric-rib and small-scale charging systems for small farms and smaller leisure craft. Currently, Cenex is working as a partner in the collaborative research and development project Virtual Bunkering of Electric Vessels Demonstrator. The aim of this project is to demonstrate the potential value electric vessels have to the grid. Using the battery pack on the electric rib in conjunction with a V2G charger to be installed at a marina a short demonstrator will be completed. The company is responsible for conducting the trial and disseminating the findings. Their long history in automotive V2G projects in the UK provides a unique opportunity to help the maritime sector to electrify quicker. As a world leader in the modelling and simulation of battery to grid transport systems looking to expand into the maritime sector, becoming an MBF member is vital in many ways. In continuing to develop knowledge, building contacts for future collaborations and most importantly, providing the avenue to disseminate findings from current R&D projects (the VBEV Demonstrator project) to leading organizations around the world. Dr. Graham Hodgson, Team Leader (Technical Innovation), Cenex, says “Cenex is thrilled to join the Maritime Battery Forum! Our knowledge and capabilities developed through our experiences in battery electrification within the road transport sector give us an exciting opportunity to help the maritime industry electrify faster.” Source: Maritime Battery ForumRuud van Nistelrooy ‘disappointed’ and ‘hurt’ after cutting ties with Man Utd

President Jimmy Carter recognized there was political value for a young congressman to be seen in proximity to the president. President Jimmy Carter, with U.S. Rep. John Cavanaugh right behind him as Carter suggested, is greeted on the tarmac by Gen. Richard H. Ellis after exiting Air Force One at SAC on Oct 22, 1977. So as Air Force One landed at Offutt Air Force Base in 1977 during Carter’s first presidential visit to the state, he offered Omaha congressman John Cavanaugh a little advice just before they exited the plane. “Stay close, John,” he said. Sure enough, the hundreds who had gathered on the tarmac to greet the president also saw Cavanaugh right in Carter’s shadow, which got Cavanaugh featured in news photos from the day. President Jimmy Carter never enjoyed much electoral success in Nebraska. The Democrat lost to Omaha native Gerald Ford in 1976 and conservative icon Ronald Reagan in 1980. But both during his four years as president and his many years after as an international champion of peace, the modest peanut farmer from Georgia gained a lot of admirers. Cavanaugh and other Nebraskans who met Carter described the former president — who died Sunday, according to his son and multiple news reports — as a kind and genuine man with a personality that sparkled as much as his signature wide-toothed grin. “What a wonderful person,” recalled Cavanaugh, a Democrat whose two terms in the House of Representatives coincided with Carter’s 1977-1981 term as president. Preston Love Jr. of Omaha also mourned Carter’s death at age 100. The North Omaha civic leader and recent Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate had the chance to meet the former president at Carter's home in 1983 as a then-staffer for Rev. Jesse Jackson. “I mourn the fact that he, to this date, has not received his due — as president, and for his post presidential exploits, which have been enormous,” Love said in 2023. Amanda Brewer, Habitat for Humanity of Omaha CEO, met Carter while volunteering to help build a Habitat home in Georgia in 1998 — an encounter that helped to inspire her to a career with the charity. "I think his legacy, and inspiration to me, is that everyone has the ability to make a difference," she said. U.S. Rep. Don Bacon offered prayers Sunday for Carter's family. "From his time as a naval officer, then as a state senator and Governor of Georgia, and finally as President, Jimmy Carter gave a lifetime of service. After serving our country, he set the standard of post-political life with his service to Habitat for Humanity. Carter first came to Nebraska during campaign trips in 1975 and 1976. He had been doing a lot of campaigning across the Missouri River for the Iowa caucuses, the first test of the presidential election cycle. In fact, Carter ultimately wrote the book on how to use early success in Iowa and New Hampshire to propel a bid for a presidential party nomination. Carter was elected in November 1976, though in Nebraska incumbent Ford pulled in 59% of the vote and prevailed in 89 of the state’s 93 counties. Carter that spring also narrowly finished second to Frank Church of Idaho in the Nebraska Democratic primary. Carter’s first visit to the state as president came on Oct. 22, 1977, when he flew into Omaha to tour the Strategic Air Command headquarters at Offutt. At the time, tensions with the Soviet Union were high. The chance that a nuclear war could be waged one day from SAC’s bunker south of Omaha was very real. Carter received a tour of both the underground command post and the doomsday plane that could launch the nation’s nuclear arsenal in a time of emergency. He also picked up the “red phone” and spoke a message of thanks to SAC servicemen around the globe for their work to prevent “the possible destruction of our nation.” At the time, there was a little internal tension within SAC, too. Carter had recently canceled the B-1 bomber program, which was strongly supported by Gen. Richard H. Ellis, the SAC Commander. Carter didn’t back off the decision. He was focused on reducing the deficit at a time of high inflation. He felt the B-1 had been made obsolete by the development of accurate cruise missiles that could fly the same speed and distance and a new generation of B-2 stealth bombers that was on the drawing table. A display at SAC headquarters had included a model of the B-1. Before the president’s visit, it was replaced with a model of a B-52. Carter also toured a B-52 on the Offutt runway. (Reagan as president revived the B-1.) Cavanaugh was given the opportunity to fly into Omaha with Carter. The two talked about depressed farm prices, a chief concern in Nebraska, and the president’s energy bill during the flight. Carter stopped in Nebraska again during a cross-country flight on June 10, 1980, to tour tornado-ravaged Grand Island. A week earlier, a freakish storm sent at least seven tornadoes descending on the city, killing five, injuring 200 and destroying or damaging nearly a third of the city. Touring the devastation with then-Gov. Charles Thone, Carter’s motorcade stopped in front of what had once been the home of Del Kosmicki. The Grand Island man told the president everyone was working together in the recovery. Carter then crossed the street and stood atop the foundation of another former home to speak. Against a backdrop of shattered houses and stripped-bare trees, he told those gathered that God had blessed them by minimizing the damage. He encouraged them to keep their selfless attitudes during the rebuilding to come. "He was very genuine and sincere," Kosmicki told the Grand Island Independent. "I thought he did a really good job." Reagan’s Nebraska campaign chair called Carter’s visit an election-year political stunt. But Thone, a Republican, defended it as a sincere effort by the president to buoy spirits in the city. Later that year, Reagan swept Nebraska with 65% of the vote. Reagan’s landslide victory nationally sent Carter back to his farm in Plains, Georgia. But the loss certainly didn't send Carter into retirement. Carter worked for decades as an international ambassador for peace and human rights, creating an all-new model for post-presidential life. Love had the chance to meet Carter in Plains in 1983. At the time, Love was the lone staffer to Rev. Jesse Jackson as he registered voters in the South and laid the groundwork for Jackson's bid for president in 1988. Carter and his wife Rosalynn were gracious hosts, Love said, providing insight into the presidency and its history and even giving the visitors a tour of the peanut operation. “While President Carter encouraged Rev. Jackson to pursue a run for president, he was very clear and forthright about the pitfalls and the realities of doing such,” Love said. “I felt after meeting him in that situation, a tremendous like and respect for the man.” Amanda Brewer, left, with Rosalynn and Jimmy Carter and Brewer's mother, Kathy Jedlicka. Brewer recalled Carter as a down-to-earth and compassionate man when she met him in 1998 while she and her mom volunteered at a Habitat home in Americus, Georgia, near Plains. Carter and his wife, who died in November 2023, had fully embraced the charity. They became among its biggest advocates and fundraisers, and even picked up hammers and saws themselves. That day, the Carters were going around thanking all the volunteers. "He used his influence, rolled up his sleeves and was willing to do the work," Brewer said. "His values aligned with Habitat's values of putting your faith in action and doing something to make the world a better place." As president, Carter will likely be best known for brokering the peace deal between Egypt and Israel. It was a prelude to his work once out of office. Cavanaugh was present on the White House lawn when the parties signed the Camp David Accords. Carter won the 2002 Nobel Peace Prize "for his decades of untiring effort to find peaceful solutions to international conflicts, to advance democracy and human rights, and to promote economic and social development." But Cavanaugh said Carter actually accomplished a lot domestically, much of it overshadowed by the Iran hostage crisis and continued economic problems that largely doomed his re-election bid. With his high ethics, Carter was also the right man to lead the nation into the post-Watergate era, Cavanaugh said. “He was always kind, hard-working and thoughtful,” Cavanaugh said. “He was just a sweetheart.” President Jimmy Carter shakes hands during a visit at Offutt Air Force base on Oct. 22, 1977. Capt. David L. Young gives a tour of a B-52 to President Jimmy Carter at Offutt Air Force Base on Oct. 22, 1977. President Jimmy Carter visits Strategic Air Command on Oct 22, 1977. 1977: SAC Commander-in-Chief Gen. Richard H. Ellis leads President Jimmy Carter past experts who man the command post console at Offutt Air Force Base. President Jimmy Carter speaks at the Grand Island airport on June 10, 1980. From left are Nebraska Gov. Charles Thone, Maj. Gen. Edward Binder of the Nebraska National Guard and Grand Island Mayor Bob Kriz. Carter's visit came after seven tornadoes touched down in or near the city, killing five people and injuring 200 on the night of June 3. President Jimmy Carter gives a speech near the destroyed home of Dennis Williams home at 707 Joehnck Road in Grand Island on June 10, 1980. Seven tornadoes touched down in or near the city that, killing five people and injuring 200. President Jimmy Carter gives a speech near the destroyed home of Dennis Williams home at 707 Joehnck Road in Grand Island on June 10, 1980. Seven tornadoes touched down in or near the city that, killing five people and injuring 200. Grand Island Mayor Bob Kriz, Nebraska Gov. Charles Thone and Jimmy Carter at the Grand Generation Center on June 10, 1980. Seven tornadoes touched down in or near the city that, killing five people and injuring 200. Former President Jimmy Carter receives an honorary degree from Creighton University in September 1987. Jimmy Carter speaks in Omaha on June 6th, 1975 during his run for president. President Jimmy Carter, with U.S. Rep. John Cavanaugh right behind him as Carter suggested, is greeted on the tarmac after exiting Air Force One at SAC on Oct 22, 1977. cordes@owh.com , ​402-444-1130, twitter.com/henrycordes Stay up-to-date on the latest in local and national government and political topics with our newsletter.What's New An inch of fresh snowfall brought extra holiday cheer to New York City on Tuesday, increasing the chances that Central Park could have its first white Christmas in 15 years. Why It Matters As Christmas Day gets closer, forecasts reveal which states and cities could have a snow-covered holiday . New York City could be included in that list for the first time in 15 years as Central Park saw one inch of snow Christmas Eve morning, the official amount needed to qualify as a "white Christmas." Temperatures above freezing could melt some of the snow before the holiday. What to Know Snow showers moved through the New York area early Tuesday morning, the National Weather Service (NWS) office in New York City said. In a post on X, formerly Twitter , the NWS New York said that up to 2 inches of snow was expected to accumulate north of the city. As the snow showers tracked east, they were weakening, meaning it could be less than an inch for New York City, though there was enough for a fresh dusting. According to official records, an inch fell in New York City, adding to an inch that was already on the ground. People took to social media to celebrate how Central Park turned into a winter wonderland. However, temperatures are currently at 32 degrees Fahrenheit with a high of 37 degrees expected along with sunny weather, meaning some of that fresh snow will likely melt. What People Are Saying NWS meteorologist Bryan Ramsey told Newsweek : No more snow is expected in Central Park before Christmas, but there's a chance some could remain on the ground. "It is going to get above freezing, so some of it may melt with the sunshine, but the question is how much. The last time it snowed on Christmas Eve was 2021, when we saw two-tenths of an inch." FOX Weather shared a post and photos of the snow on X: "MAGICAL! Is there anything more wonderful than snow in New York City? How about snow on Christmas Eve?! The Big Apple 's snowiest Christmas Eve ever was 11.4" in 1912; that's the same year the Titanic sunk! The last white Christmas was in 2009." NWS office in New York asked people to share their Christmas Eve snow totals on X: "SHARE your Christmas Eve snow totals! - Take average of 3 measurements on flat surface (not grass) to 0.1" accuracy away from buildings/trees - Snow boards preferred - Include a photo of measurement, if possible - Exact location (town + intersection) - Observation time." What Happens Next Some of the snow could melt before Christmas morning, meaning the accumulation could fall below the one-inch threshold for a white Christmas. There are no weather alerts in place for the New York City area, meaning roads are clear for last-minute holiday travel occurring on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Wynn Resorts Ltd. stock rises Wednesday, still underperforms marketHegseth meets with moderate Sen. Collins as he lobbies for key votes in the SenateIRVING, Texas (AP) — A rape allegation against rapper Jay-Z, whose company Roc Nation has produced some of the NFL's entertainment presentations including the Super Bowl halftime show, won’t impact the league's relationship with the music mogul. “We’re aware of the civil allegations and Jay-Z’s really strong response to that," NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said Wednesday after the conclusion of the league's winter meetings. "We know the litigation is happening now. From our standpoint, our relationship is not changing with them, including our preparations for the next Super Bowl.” A woman who previously sued Sean “Diddy” Combs, alleging she was raped at an awards show after-party in 2000 when she was 13 years old, amended the lawsuit Sunday to include a new allegation that Jay-Z was also at the party and participated in the sexual assault. Jay-Z, whose real name is Shawn Carter, said the rape allegation made against him is part of an extortion attempt . The 24-time Grammy Award winner called the allegations “idiotic” and “heinous in nature” in a statement released by Roc Nation, one of his companies. The NFL teamed up with Jay-Z’s Roc Nation in 2019 for events and social activism. The league and the entertainment company extended their partnership a few months ago. Kendrick Lamar will perform the Super Bowl halftime show at The Caesars Superdome in New Orleans on Feb. 9. Roc Nation and Emmy-winning producer Jesse Collins will serve as co-executive producers of the halftime show. Beyonce, who is married to Jay-Z, will perform at halftime of the Baltimore Ravens-Houston Texans game on Christmas. “I think they’re getting incredibly comfortable with not just with the Super Bowl but other events they’ve advised us on and helped us with,” Goodell said. “They’ve been a big help in the social justice area to us on many occasions. They’ve been great partners.” AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl

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NFL fans are bracing for potential issues with Netflix's Christmas Day games after the streaming giants experienced latency issues during the Mike Tyson-Jake Paul fight . The NFL sent a cryptic message to NBC when asked to comment about looming connectivity issues . For the first time, Netflix will host NFL games. On Christmas, the streaming giants will feature: the Kansas City Chiefs vs the Pittsburgh Steelers at 1:00 pm EST, and the Baltimore Ravens vs the Houston Texans at 4:30 pm EST. NBC asked an NFL league spokesperson if "there any contingency plans in place for tomorrow in the event Netflix has technical issues?” They received a coy response: “We will be prepared and we are looking forward to a great day.” New York Jets and Giants' sad impact on New York clear to see as TV ratings drop Detroit Lions set for double injury boost as Dan Campbell's Super Bowl plan hots up Netflix will air the games to its 282.3 million subscribers in five languages: English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, and German. The streaming giants reported that 60 million households watched the Paul-Tyson fight. Telluride Legal Strategies founder Rob Rosenberg spoke with Josh Lipton of Asking for a Trend about Netflix's potential challenges. " Streaming is a complex process," he said. "Sometimes when demand is huge, it overpowers the system, it overwhelms it," he continued. "You've got delays, and problems arise. But I would not bet against Netflix. I think that the timing of the Jake Paul-Mike Tyson fight was a great test case for Christmas Day." "The best way to get good at streaming at scale is to just do it. There were some hiccups in the fight last month, but I think that they're going to nail it on Christmas Day with these games." Netflix loaded up with a stacked broadcasting team for the contests - the pregame show alone will feature Kay Adams, Drew Brees, Robert Griffin III, and Mina Kimes. Ian Eagle will call Chiefs-Steelers with an assist from Nate Burlson and JJ Watt on color commentary. Ian's son Noah Eagle will call Ravens-Texans with help from FOX sports analyst Greg Olsen. Both games feature massive playoff ramifications. The Chiefs can lock up a first-round bye with a win, while the Steelers could put themselves in a position to clinch the AFC North with a win. The Ravens must win out and hope for a Steelers loss to win their division. The Texans have already secured the AFC South title but are still jostling for seeding the tight AFC playoff picture.

At a town hall meeting with the bureau workforce, Mr Wray said he would be stepping down “after weeks of careful thought”. Mr Wray’s intended resignation is not unexpected considering that Mr Trump had picked Mr Patel for the role in his new administration. Mr Wray had previously been named by Mr Trump and began the 10-year term — a length meant to insulate the agency from the political influence of changing administrations — in 2017, after Mr Trump fired then-FBI director James Comey. Mr Trump had demonstrated his anger with Mr Wray on multiple occasions, including after Mr Wray’s congressional testimony in September. “My goal is to keep the focus on our mission — the indispensable work you’re doing on behalf of the American people every day,” Mr Wray told agency employees. “In my view, this is the best way to avoid dragging the bureau deeper into the fray, while reinforcing the values and principles that are so important to how we do our work.” Mr Wray continued: “It should go without saying, but I’ll say it anyway — this is not easy for me. I love this place, I love our mission, and I love our people — but my focus is, and always has been, on us and doing what’s right for the FBI.” Mr Wray received a standing ovation following his remarks before a standing-room-only crowd at FBI headquarters and some in the audience cried, according to an FBI official who was not authorised to discuss the private gathering and spoke on condition of anonymity to The Associated Press. Mr Trump applauded the news on social media, calling it “a great day for America as it will end the weaponisation of what has become known as the United States Department of Injustice” and saying that Mr Patel’s confirmation will begin “the process of Making the FBI Great Again”. If confirmed by the Senate, Mr Patel would herald a radical leadership transformation at the nation’s premier federal law enforcement agency. He has advocated shutting down the FBI’s Washington headquarters and called for ridding the federal government of “conspirators”, raising alarm that he might seek to wield the FBI’s significant investigative powers as an instrument of retribution against Mr Trump’s perceived enemies. Mr Patel said in a statement Wednesday that he was looking forward to “a smooth transition. I will be ready to serve the American people on day one”.Priority Income Fund Announces Redemption of its 6.250% Series G Term Preferred Stock Due 2026DNC chair race: Here’s how Maryland’s Martin O’Malley plans to help Democrats win

An Ohio politician has seen enough flag planting by visiting sports teams. Republican state Rep. Josh Williams said Wednesday on social media he’s introducing a bill to make flag planting in sports a felony in the state. His proposal comes after the Nov. 30 fight at the Michigan-Ohio State rivalry football game when the Wolverines beat the Buckeyes 13-10 and then attempted to plant their flag at midfield. A fight ensued and police had to use pepper spray to disperse the players. Similar flag-planting scuffles broke out across college football on that rivalry weekend. Williams is calling it the O.H.I.O Sportsmanship Act. “Behavior that incites violent brawls and puts our law enforcement officers in danger has no place on the football field,” Williams said. Former Oklahoma quarterback Baker Mayfield famously planted a flag in the middle of the field at Ohio State after the Sooners beat the Buckeyes in 2017. Mayfield, who now plays for the NFL’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers, said he doesn’t think flag planting is a big deal. “I’ll say this: OU-Texas does it every time they play,” Mayfield said on Dec. 1. “It’s not anything special. You take your ‘L’ and you move on. I’ll leave it at that.” ___ Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-football