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Washington 65, Prairie View 50I worked retail at a large brick-and-mortar Lego store ages ago. Of the myriad customers walking through the doors, many of them were looking for Lego gifts to give their friends and family. No matter who came into the store, we could find a Lego set that was a good fit for them and their gift-giving needs. That’s because Lego has so many options to choose from: freeform brick sets, Disney Princess playboxes, iconic architecture replicas, and the list goes on. While my time at the Lego store was years ago, I’ve since written many gift guides for NBC Select, and leveraged both experiences to find Lego gifts for all kinds of people across all ages. SKIP AHEAD: The best Lego gifts in 2024 | Lego accessory gifts | Why trust NBC Select? Want more from NBC Select? Sign up for our newsletter, The Selection, and shop smarter. I organized each Lego set by its suggested age according to the brand. Lego Duplo Classic Brick Box Building Set Lego Duplo blocks are simpler and much larger than regular Lego, making them best for small children one and a half year olds and up. This box includes 65 colorful pieces, two figurines and no instructions — it’s a free-form building set they can use to make whatever they imagine. It comes in a plastic box that doubles as a storage bin when playtime is over. Best for ages: 1.5+ | Pieces: 65 Lego Duplo Number Train The centerpiece of this set is a colorful, movable train with three removable train cars. You can stack pieces like the numbered blocks on each car, encouraging children to play with numbers, colors and motion. Best for ages: 1.5+ | Pieces: 23 Lego Classic Medium Creative Brick Box This is one of the best Lego gifts if they are looking to start or bolster their Lego collection. It includes a colorful variety of small and large pieces like blocks, windows, eyes, tires and base plates they can use to build whatever they like. They will also be able to add on to existing Lego sets they already use. It comes in a plastic bin that doubles as a storage box. Best for ages: 1+ | Pieces : 484 Lego City Blue Monster Truck A Lego monster truck easily fits into any Lego collection — huge rubber tires and blue flame decals help this one stand out. It comes with a Lego Minifigure driver with a helmet, but they can easily place their favorite character in the driver’s seat for some four-wheel action. Best for ages : 1+ | Pieces : 148 Lego Kitty Fairy’s Garden Party From the Gabby’s Dollhouse TV show, this set includes Gabby, Pandy Paws and Kitty Fairy, along with a fantastical tree house that includes a slide, swing, merry-go-around and gardening accessories. Best for ages : 1+ | Pieces : 130 Lego Ninjago Jay’s Lightning Jet Lego Ninjago is all about action — this set includes a Jay minifigure and pieces to build his ninja plane. They can also add stud shooters and golden blades to the plane. This is an older set — they may already have this one if they have been playing with Lego for a few years. Best for ages: 6+ | Pieces: 130 Lego Creator 3-in-1 Space Shuttle This three-in-one set can be built into a space shuttle, spaceship or astronaut figure. The space shuttle has a hatch that opens, where they can place an extendable satellite, while the astronaut has movable arms and legs. If they get bored of one build, they can take it apart and build a different model. Best for ages: 6+ | Pieces: 144 Lego Star Wars Luke Skywalker X-Wing Mech Ready for action and adventure playtime, this set includes a Luke Skywalker Minifigure and a buildable X-Wing robot mech for him to pilot. The mech has adjustable jetpack pieces on the back and can hold a large Lightsaber and stud-shooting blaster in each hand. It stands about 5.1 inches tall. Best for ages: 6+ | Pieces: 195 Lego Despicable Me 4 Minions and Banana Car This set includes four Minions from Despicable Me: Mel, AVL Tim, Mega Minion Dave and Pit Crew Ron. It also includes a small banana car and other accessories to imagine fun scenarios to play out with the Minions. Best for ages: 6+ | Pieces: 136 Lego Animal Crossing Isabelle’s House Visit This Lego set is inspired by one of our favorite Nintendo Switch games : Animal Crossing: New Horizons. It includes two characters from the game: Isabelle and Fauna, as well as pieces to build Fauna’s house. The set includes a baseplate and accessories, making it easy to adjust or rearrange the scenery to your liking. Best for ages: 6+ | Pieces: 389 Lego Adventures with Interactive Lego Mario Mario is not just a video game character: he is in movies, theme parks and Lego sets. This one includes buildable Mario, Bowser Jr., Yoshi and Goomba toy figures, alongside iconic Mario pieces like a pipe and a question-mark block. Best for ages: 6+ | Pieces: 218 Lego Hogwarts Express Train Set The centerpiece of this magical set is the Hogwarts Express train: it has movable engine, coal and passenger cars, and it has room to fit and pose various Minifigures and accessories. Plus, it includes the Hogsmeade train station and eight Minifigures, including Harry, Ron, Hermione and Hagrid. Best for ages: 8+ | Pieces: 1074 Lego Inside Out 2 Mood Cubes Play with changing moods using this Lego set featuring Joy and Anxiety from the movie Inside Out 2. The set has two buildable cubes and nine mood plates that can easily be arranged and rearranged on the cubes however they like. It also has a buildable display stand with a small control board, just like in the movie. Best for ages: 9+ | Pieces: 394 Lego Creator 3-in-1 Main Street Set Create a bustling main street to play out scenarios with all their Minifigures and vehicles. Each building is open in the back for more opportunities to pose and play with figures. With the pieces of this three-in-one set, you can build either a main street with four buildings, an archway market street or a four floor skyscraper. Best for ages: 9+ | Pieces: 1459 Lego Minifigure Puzzle This 25-inch by 20-inch puzzle depicts 78 different Minifigures, and is a great way for puzzle-lovers and Lego-lovers to get together in play. It is a jigsaw-style puzzle full of fun and goofy characters. Best for ages: 9+ | Pieces: 1000 Lego Up-Scale Lego Minifigure This mega-sized Minifigure is 10.6-inches tall — it makes regular minifigures look like ants by comparison. It has a movable head, arms, legs and hands, but it also has an opening hat. Inside, there is a regular-sized minifigure that appears to be piloting the mega-sized one. Best for ages: 10+ | Pieces: 654 Lego Tiny Plants Set These little Lego succulents never need water and will never wilt on you, no matter your green thumb. The set includes nine tiny plants inside of terracotta-colored Lego plant pots. They make for good desk decor or accent pieces to a large Lego set. Best for ages: 18+ | Pieces: 758 Lego Ideas Tuxedo Cat The Lego Ideas series has some of the more interesting Lego sets for adults, in my experience. This large Lego cat has tuxedo coloring with two sets of eyes: yellow and blue. The head, ears, paws and tail can be rotated and posed into different playful positions. The Lego cat stands about 12.5-inches tall. Best for ages: 18+ | Pieces: 1710 Lego Disney Castle Set This massive Lego set is a great fit for Disney super-fans who love Lego, elaborate architecture and lavish details. It has tons of small details and callbacks to classic Disney movies, including Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, and Snow White. The set is over 4,800 pieces and measures about 31.5-inches tall when complete. Best for ages: 18+ | Pieces: 4837 Lego 4-Stud Blue Desk Drawer Organize your Lego, or anything else, using this plastic drawer in the shape of a four-stud Lego block. It stacks with other four-stud Lego storage bricks, so you can build out drawers to your liking. Best for ages: 5+ Lego Brick Pouch This small soft pouch is best for carrying non-Lego items — think school supplies, chargers, makeup, anything you might put in a small zip bag. It has one large zippered compartment and two smaller, stud-shaped ones on the top. Best for ages: 3+ Lego Storage Organizer Cubes (3-Pack) These organizer cubes can store Lego bricks or anything else they need sorted and sealed. Each cube has a zipper closure and a see-through top so you can easily grab what is inside with a quick glance. The smaller red and blue cubes fit inside the larger yellow one, if all three are empty. Best for ages: 6+ I’m a reporter who frequently covers technology and fitness, where I’ve written about the best fitness trackers , wireless earbuds , TV brands and more. 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Sir Keir Starmer warned on Monday night that he would not side with America against the EU, despite calls from the president-elect’s allies to choose between Brussels and Washington. In a major foreign policy speech, said it was “plain wrong” to suggest that Mr Trump’s return to the White House meant Britain had to get closer either to Europe or the US. He vowed instead to build bridges to both, promising to “invest more deeply than ever in this transatlantic bond with our American friends”, and to . The speech included overtures to Mr Trump, with the Prime Minister stressing the need to prepare for peace negotiations and calling on Europe to spend more on defence. Since Mr Trump’s resounding victory , there has been debate about whether Sir Keir must now embrace America or Europe. Some of the Republican’s allies have waded into the argument, with Stephen Moore, his senior economic adviser, saying the UK must . Sir Keir has faced pressure from within his own party to reject Mr Trump and rebuild ties with the EU. However, in his speech to the Lord Mayor’s Banquet in London on Monday evening, the Prime Minister rejected the “either/or” choice. He said: “Against the backdrop of these dangerous times, the idea that we must choose between – that somehow we’re with either America or Europe – is plain wrong. I reject it utterly. [Clement] Attlee did not choose between allies. [Winston] Churchill did not choose. The national interest demands that we work with both. “Our relationship with the United States has been the cornerstone of our security and our prosperity for over a century. We will never turn away from that. We call it for a reason. It is written not in some dry, dusty treaty, but in the ink of shared sacrifice.” He added : “And we will rebuild our ties with Europe too. Because I’m sorry to say the shocking legacy this Government inherited in so many areas – from the nation’s finances to the state of the NHS – extends beyond our shores. “They turned their back on the world, took vital relationships for granted, neglected some allies – and spurned others. Our reputation as a trusted, stable, dependable partner was replaced too often with an image of disarray governed by short-term political concerns, veering from one extreme to another.” Downing Street insiders hope Mr Trump will overlook fierce criticism of him in the past by many Labour Cabinet ministers, including , who previously called him a “tyrant” and a “sociopath”. Sir Keir said it was time for Ukraine to prepare for peace talks. Since in February 2022, successive British prime ministers have argued that Ukraine must be supported militarily to fully defeat Vladimir Putin’s forces. But in the speech,he said allies should now be focused on strengthening Kyiv for “negotiations”. He said: “We must continue to back Ukraine and do what it takes to support their self-defence for as long as it takes. To put Ukraine in the strongest possible position for negotiations so they can secure a just and lasting peace on their terms that guarantees their security, independence and right to choose their own future.” Mr Trump has vowed to bring both sides of the conflict together to end the war swiftly, and his impending return to the White House has led Kyiv and European capitals to shift their position on how the war will end. Volodymyr Zelensky, the Ukrainian president, talked openly for the first time on Friday about the possibility that land occupied by Russian forces in peace talks. The Prime Minister echoed Mr Trump’s calls for European allies to increase defence spending, saying it was time for them to “step up”. He re-committed to laying out how he plans to raise UK defence spending from 2.3 per cent of GDP , although the target date remains unclear. Sir Keir also voiced what was at stake for the West if Putin was seen to have “won” the war – a message he is likely to stress to Mr Trump at their first meeting, expected early next year. He said: “The future of freedom in Europe is being decided today. We face a near and present danger with Russia as an erratic, increasingly desperate aggressor, on our continent, marshalling all its resources – along with and Iranian missiles – aiming to kill and to conquer. “So there’s no question it’s right we support Ukraine. But we must also be clear that it is deeply in our self-interest. I would encourage everyone here to stop and think for a moment about what it would mean to us, to our continent, to the world, if Russia wins. “What would it mean for our values – for democracy, commerce and liberty? It means they are weakened.” Last night, the new secretary general of Nato warned Mr Trump that the US would face a “dire threat” from China, Iran and North Korea if Ukraine was forced into concessions to end the war with Russia. Mark Rutte cautioned against the president-elect’s plans for a peace deal, which he said would lead to the West’s enemies “high-fiving” and plotting their own attacks. He told the Financial Times there must be a “good deal” for Ukraine when the time came to negotiate with Russia, and called for the US to continue military support in the meantime. Sir Keir’s speech made it clear that Sir Keir will push ahead with his “reset” in relations with the EU, which is expected to include negotiations on a defence pact next year. Sir Keir’s ministers and European diplomats have also held conversations about letting more young Europeans move to the UK – and vice-versa – in . However, the Prime Minister insisted there would be “no return to freedom of movement, no return to the customs union and no return to the single market”. The speech also included a defence after the arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court for Benjamin Netanyahu, the prime minister of Israel, and following criticism of the European Convention on Human Rights. Sir Keir accused the previous Conservative government of “demonising” international courts, which Britain helped to create, as “foreign”, and said he was committed to “international law, [and] the UN Charter”. He also warned that “unsustainable” migration levels had led to a “feeling among many that the system isn’t working for them”. It came as it was confirmed that since Labour came to power at the beginning of July.HNB PLC yesterday announced the official appointment of Damith Pallewatte as Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, effective from 22 November 2024, following on his previous appointment as Acting CEO in April this year. A veteran Banking and Risk Management Professional with over 28 years of experience, including over 14 years in Senior and Corporate Management positions, Pallewatte brings a wealth of diverse experience to his new role. His career has spanned the full spectrum of banking operations, including Strategy and Risk Management, Credit, Branch Banking and Operations, and most recently as Deputy General Manager of HNB’s Wholesale Banking Group, prior to being appointed as Acting CEO. “For generations HNB has served as a crucial lynchpin of the national economy, and a partner in progress to all Sri Lankans. We have steadily established a reputation for trust, integrity, and innovation, by providing best-in-class banking and financial services, and continuously enhancing the capabilities of our people, and our technological infrastructure. These investments have uniquely positioned HNB to serve as a catalyst for a robust, grassroots-led economic recovery, and I am honoured to have been entrusted with the job of leading this remarkable institution through this critical moment in our nation’s history. Moving forward, we remain focused on rebuilding Sri Lankan enterprise – from SMEs to large corporates, while supporting the aspirations of our valued retail customers,” Pallewatte said. Prior to his appointment as MD/CEO Pallewatte served as Acting CEO effective from April 2024, following a remarkable track record of success at the helm of HNB’s fast growing Wholesale Banking Group (WBG). Under his custodian leadership, HNB Group has successfully consolidated its strong growth momentum, recording Rs. 38.7 billion in PBT for the 9 months of FY24, showcasing substantial capital and liquidity levels. Elaborating on the bank’s top priorities over the coming year, Pallewatte explained how HNB would continue to focus on inclusive growth, MSME revival, trade and export facilitation, digital banking innovation, disciplined risk management, and strategic partnerships that foster maximum value for customers and the nation. “Exemplified by endeavours such as obtaining an Authorised Person License for the Colombo Port City SEZ to take by offering world-class integrated banking solutions to the world, we’re positioning HNB and Sri Lanka as a key South Asian hub for global services exports, shaping the future of finance. As we navigate this transformative period, we remain committed to driving sustainable growth and innovation, reinforcing our role as a critical player in the nation’s economic resurgence,” Pallewatte asserted. Commenting on the ongoing effort to expanding HNB’s value proposition beyond the borders of Sri Lanka, he noted that current discussions with regard to the potential acquisition of Bank Alfalah’s Bangladesh operation would also play a critical role in HNB’s next chapter of growth. In addition to his leadership roles at HNB, Pallewatte also serves as Chairman at Acuity Partners Ltd, Acuity Securities Ltd. and Director of Lanka Financial Services Bureau Ltd. Further enriching his profile, Pallewatte also serves as Chairman of Lanka Ventures PLC and LVL Energy Fund PLC showcasing his expertise in venture capital and renewable energy investments across Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Nepal. He was recently appointed as Vice President/Director of the International Chamber of Commerce in Sri Lanka. Pallewatte holds an MBA from PIM-SJP, a BSc. Management (Hons.) from the London School of Economics (LSE) and is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (UK), a Chartered Global Management Accountant, and a Certified Financial Risk Manager from the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP). He is also an ACI Operations Certificate holder of the Financial Markets Association—France and holds a Sustainability and Climate Risk Certificate (SCR) from GARP, underscoring his dedication to advancing financial, social, and environmental sustainability practices.

The National Weather Service canceled its alert after roughly an hour and before the tsunami was expected to arrive. In that hour, some cities and counties ordered evacuations while others relied on social media and text messages to inform people of the warning. Some people headed for higher ground, while others drove to the beach to get a better view. People took to social media to figure out why a warning was issued and then canceled so quickly, and how the NWS determines when to send alerts. Here are answers to more questions. The word for tsunami comes from the Japanese characters for harbor and wave. It's a series of extremely long waves set in motion when energy from an earthquake causes the ocean floor to suddenly rise or fall, according to the National Weather Service . Since 1800, California's shores have been struck by more than 150 tsunamis, most of them minor, according to the California Geological Survey. Phones buzzed Thursday when the National Weather Service issued its warning just minutes after the quake struck west of Ferndale, a small city in coastal Humboldt County. It read in part: “You are in danger. Get away from coastal waters. Move to high ground or inland now.” The National Weather Service Bay Area posted on the social platform X early Friday that the region doesn't get tsunami alerts often and “there are lot of questions, frustration, and even some anger” about Thursday's event. A warning alert is the most serious of four tsunami alerts, including a watch alert for a possible tsunami and an advisory alert telling people to stay out of the water and away from the shore. The last time California received a warning alert was 2011 when an earthquake in Japan caused about $100 million in damages along the California coast. Basically, a distant, offshore earthquake or other trigger event gives scientists more time to analyze data and confirm that a large tsunami was generated before sounding a warning. But Thursday’s earthquake was local and close to the coast, forcing a hasty high-level alert in order to give people the maximum time to prepare as tsunami waves can travel very fast, up to 500 mph (800 kph) in the deep ocean, the NWS wrote. “By the time we actually observe it, it may be too late, because it's right there in our back doors,” said Dalton Behringer, a meteorologist with NWS Bay Area, on Friday. Scientists used the time Thursday to monitor buoys and get more information on the earthquake itself, he said. They canceled the alert after seeing little sea-level change and determining the quake was a strike-slip type of temblor that shifts more horizontally and is less prone to cause tsunamis, he said. “These things happen so infrequently for us, I think it just caught a lot of people off-guard,” he said. Authorities in Eureka, the biggest city in Humboldt County, sent texts and went door-to-door to order businesses in high-risk areas to evacuate, said City Manager Miles Slattery. He said only a small portion of the city was at risk, and Thursday's test run showed evacuees need to work on leaving by foot, rather than by car. In the San Francisco Bay Area, the commuter light-rail system known as BART stopped traffic in all directions through the underwater tunnel between San Francisco and Oakland, and the San Francisco Zoo’s visitors were evacuated. Responses varied as fire and police in Berkeley evacuated certain areas of the city while in San Francisco, officials sent alerts and messages on social media telling residents to stay away from water, beaches, harbors, marina docks, and piers. “Move at least one block inland,” said the San Francisco Department of Emergency Management. Emergency personnel in vehicles with public address systems also went to make sure no one was on beaches and other low-lying areas. But some critics said San Francisco should have sounded its loud emergency sirens, which have been off-line since 2019 for repairs. In San Mateo County, just south of San Francisco, officials considered but decided against sounding its tsunami warning sirens after receiving more comprehensive information from the NWS that any tsunami would affect coastlines north of the Golden Gate Bridge, said Michelle Durand, a spokesperson for the county. Fire and police cleared the beaches while emergency personnel gathered to monitor the situation, she said, which “prioritized both public safety and the prevention of unnecessary panic.”Malik Nabers: Giants Were 'Soft as F--k' in Bucs Loss; I'm 'Tired of Losing'

NEW YORK , Dec. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Report on how AI is driving market transformation - The global smart buildings market size is estimated to grow by USD 64.84 billion from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of almost 10.61% during the forecast period. Growing need for building automation to enhance business outcomes is driving market growth, with a trend towards increasing integration of iot with building automation software. However, challenges in integrating building automation software coupled with interoperability issues poses a challenge. Key market players include ABB Ltd., Advantech Co. Ltd., BuildingLogiX, Cisco Systems Inc., Delta Electronics Inc., Emerson Electric Co., Honeywell International Inc., International Business Machines Corp., Johnson Controls, L and T Technology Services Ltd., Legrand SA, Panasonic Holdings Corp., Robert Bosch GmbH, RTX Corp., Schneider Electric SE, Siemens AG, Smarteh d.o.o., Snap One LLC, Softdel System Pte. Ltd., Switch Automation, and Verdigris Technologies Inc.. AI-Powered Market Evolution Insights. Our comprehensive market report ready with the latest trends, growth opportunities, and strategic analysis- View Free Sample Report PDF Key Market Trends Fueling Growth The Smart Buildings Market is experiencing significant growth due to the integration of advanced technologies such as 5G, IoT, AI, and VR. These technologies enable resource management, energy efficiency, and improved environmental effects in both residential and commercial buildings. In urban areas, smart buildings are becoming essential components of smart cities, offering automated technologies like sensors, actuators, and microchips for space utilization and network management. Commercial segment buildings, including offices and industrial structures, are adopting AI-enabled innovations like intelligent glass, smart thermostats, and energy-efficient structures. Homeowners are also embracing smart home solutions, including smart lighting systems and home automation. Moreover, the integration of cloud computing, data analytics, and waste management solutions is crucial for effective resource management and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Building owners prioritize security concerns, with smart security systems like access controls, video surveillance, and intrusion detection, ensuring a secure environment. Energy management, waste management, and workforce management are other significant areas of focus for smart buildings. 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Blockchain ensures information security, and smart waste management systems minimize waste. Working from home necessitates advanced network systems, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. Sensors, actuators, microchips, and automated technologies are crucial for effective resource management and space utilization. Smart buildings cater to the commercial and residential segments, addressing the needs of urban areas and providing a secure environment for workforce management. Energy management, waste management, and network management are key areas of focus. Smart solutions for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and lighting systems contribute to a comfortable and productive work environment. Building automation systems in smart buildings involve intricate software integration to manage multiple subsystems effectively. The complexity increases with larger structures, necessitating technical expertise. Compatibility between various hardware devices is crucial for efficient operation. Integrating legacy systems with new software can pose challenges, potentially leading to faulty installations and security vulnerabilities. Professionally managing these complexities is essential for optimizing energy usage, enhancing occupant comfort, and ensuring safety in smart buildings. Insights into how AI is reshaping industries and driving growth- Download a Sample Report Segment Overview This smart buildings market report extensively covers market segmentation by 1.1 BMS 1.2 HVAC 1.3 Lighting control 1.4 Security and access control 1.5 Others 2.1 Software 2.2 Hardware 2.3 Services 3.1 North America 3.2 Europe 3.3 APAC 3.4 South America 3.5 Middle East and Africa 1.1 BMS- The Building Management Systems (BMS) segment, also known as Building Automation Systems, is the largest and leading segment in the global smart buildings market. BMS integrate various standalone control and monitoring systems, including HVAC, lighting, and emergency control systems, at a single point for efficient building management. The BMS market consists of software, servers, sensors, and major components. The cost of implementing BMS ranges from USD2.50 to USD7.0 per square foot, making ROI a significant challenge. Europe and APAC are major contributors to the BMS market's growth due to increasing industrial development, commercialization, and energy efficiency awareness. In the forecast period, the BMS segment will witness high adoption in the commercial sector, high-end residential buildings, and the services sector. Rapid technological innovations, such as IoT, analytics, and cloud computing, will further fuel the adoption of BMS for effective monitoring, controlling, and operating building facilities. Download complimentary Sample Report to gain insights into AI's impact on market dynamics, emerging trends, and future opportunities- including forecast (2024-2028) and historic data (2018 - 2022) Research Analysis The Smart Buildings Market is experiencing significant growth due to the integration of advanced technologies such as 5G, IoT enabled devices, AI, and VR. These technologies enable energy efficiency, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and improved occupant comfort in both commercial and residential buildings. Cloud computing and data analytics facilitate remote monitoring and management of smart homes and offices, enabling working from home and waste management solutions. Energy-efficient structures, intelligent glass, smart thermostats, and smart elevators are some of the innovations that contribute to energy conservation. Smart cities are also integrating smart lighting systems, fire safety, and security systems, including intelligent access controls, video surveillance, and intrusion detection, to enhance safety and productivity. Overall, the Smart Buildings Market offers numerous benefits, from automating mundane tasks to improving energy efficiency and enhancing safety and security. Market Research Overview The Smart Buildings Market is experiencing significant growth due to the integration of advanced technologies such as 5G technology, IoT enabled devices, AI, and VR. These technologies are transforming commercial and residential buildings into energy-efficient structures with improved resource management and space utilization. In urban areas, smart buildings are contributing to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by optimizing energy consumption and waste management. Cloud computing and data analytics enable real-time monitoring and automation of home automation and working from home systems. Intelligent glass, smart thermostats, and smart elevators are becoming standard features in modern buildings. AI-driven innovations are revolutionizing network management, energy management, and workforce management. Smart cities are integrating smart buildings into their infrastructure for secure environment and efficient resource management. Building owners are investing in automated technologies such as sensors, actuators, microchips, and blockchain for information security. Smart lighting systems, energy conservation, and intelligent security systems are essential components of smart buildings. Fire safety, video surveillance, access controls, theft detection, and intrusion detection are critical aspects of intelligent security systems. HVAC systems, including heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, are being optimized for energy efficiency and occupant comfort. The residential and commercial segments are driving the growth of the smart buildings market, with industrial buildings following closely. The environmental effects and security concerns of smart buildings are being addressed through advanced technologies and regulations. Table of Contents: 1 Executive Summary 2 Market Landscape 3 Market Sizing 4 Historic Market Size 5 Five Forces Analysis 6 Market Segmentation Product BMS HVAC Lighting Control Security And Access Control Others Component Software Hardware Services Geography North America Europe APAC South America Middle East And Africa 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. 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The Dictionary of Electric and Hybrid Vehicles is now available through SAE International's website and major online book retailers: https://www.sae.org/publications/books/content/r-561/ For media inquiries, review copies or interview requests, please contact: Jon M. Quigley Product Development Expertise Jon.Quigley@ValueTransform.com About Value Transformation LLC: Value Transformation LLC provides innovative solutions, consulting, training, and resources for systems engineering, project management, and product development. With decades of automotive experience, the company empowers professionals and organizations to excel in their fields. About SAE International: SAE International is a global association committed to advancing knowledge and solutions for engineering mobility systems. With over 128,000 members, SAE is a trusted source of standards, publications, and professional development. Media Contact Company Name: Value Transformation LLC Contact Person: Jon M. 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Tweet Facebook Mail A major mosquito outbreak in south-west Sydney has been contained in a "round the clock" operation that cleared the pests from a significant water facility, Sydney Water said. In late October, Liverpool Council contacted Sydney Water about a surge in mosquito populations near Chipping Norton, suspected to be linked to the oxiponds at the Liverpool Water Resource Recovery Facility. Sydney Water collaborated with the council to tackle the issue. READ MORE: Scorching heat, fire warnings as millions swelter  A helicopter sprays ponds to fight a mosquito infestation in Liverpool. (Sydney Water) In less than two weeks, nearly 100 per cent of frogbit - a floating water weed - was removed from the ponds. Field assessments across ten of the 12 treatment sites showed a 98 per cent reduction in mosquito larvae since November 8. "In areas where frogbit vegetation persisted, mosquito larvae counts dropped from 400 to nearly zero," Sydney Water water resourse recovery lead Sally Rewell said.b READ MORE: Elon Musk slams Australian social media ban  Excavators help rid the facility of omnipresent frogbit. (Sydney Water) "Field surveys have confirmed the amount of airbourne mosquitoes around the plant has reduced by over 90 per cent. We expect a further reduction over the next two weeks." Specialised machinery was used, including excavators, sucker trucks, boats, and a helicopter, to help remove vegetation, and carry out ground and aerial spraying with larvicides. "Our crews worked tirelessly day after day to eliminate the mosquito habitats and treat breeding areas," Rewell said. READ MORE: Stowaway snake causes panic on Australian flight  The cleared water facilities. (Sydney Water) Medical Entomology NSW health pathology Associate Professor Cameron Webb said adult mosquito numbers dramatically declined compared to last week's collections. "This is explained by the ongoing reduction in mosquitoes emerging from oxiponds through weed removal and larvicide treatments," Webb said. "Larval sampling in the oxiponds recorded a further decline in mosquito abundance and an approximate further 50 per cent reduction from last Wednesday." It's the size of a thumbtack and kills with a single touch View Gallery More than 50 people worked seven days a week to get rid of the pests, Rewell said. "This has been a focused operation, with everyone giving their all around the clock," she said. DOWNLOAD THE 9NEWS APP : Stay across all the latest in breaking news, sport, politics and the weather via our news app and get notifications sent straight to your smartphone. Available on the Apple App Store and Google Play .Babcock & Wilcox Announces Leadership Appointments

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Source: Stuff. All Blacks loose forward Wallace Sititi has been crowned as the men’s 15s breakthrough player of the year at the annual World Rugby Awards. He beat out South African first-five Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu, English winger Immanuel Feyi-Waboso and Irish centre Jamie Osborne. Sititi is the fifth All Black to win the award, which was first handed out in 2015. Winger Nehe Milner-Skudder won it that year, followed by Rieko Ioane in 2017, Will Jordan in 2021 and Mark Tele’a in 2023. Sititi made his debut against Fiji in San Diego in July then went on to earn nine more caps, most of them at blindside flanker, rather than his preferred position of No 8. He made the step up to test rugby after starring for the Chiefs in their run to the Super Rugby Pacific final. Speaking last week, in the wake of his nomination, Sititi said he was “extremely grateful”. “It’s been a big year. Just to have that acknowledgement, it’s crazy.” “Just being able to be on the same list as some of those guys, Sacha, Immanuel and Jamie, they’re all quality players. “Just to be on the same list is an honour and a privilege.” Wallace Sititi is the son of Lemalu Semo and Rosalind Sititi. Lemalu Semo is a former Captain of the Manu Samoa and is the current President of Marist Samoa Rugby. RELATED ARTICLES MORE FROM AUTHOR Prime Minister Fiame’s Surprise Visit to Representatives of the 2024 Belt and Road Emergency Rescue Exercise for Pacific Islands Government of Samoa and WFP launch analysis to enhance access to healthy diets Pacific Small Island States hold Closed Meeting with Australia and New Zealand LEAVE A REPLYNew shape-changing polymer developed

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A woman on Reddit explained why she walked out of her family’s Thanksgiving dinner when her mother brought out a pumpkin pie. In a recent post shared to the popular “Am I The A**hole?” forum , the woman opened up about her annual holiday plans at her mother’s home. She noted that the occasion is usually small as it includes her parents, her brother and his family, and her sister-in-law’s family. She also noted that they have a “no-politics” rule at the dinner table and that they try their best to “be civil,” since they’re not a “tight-knit family.” “We rarely see each other beyond these events since my brother lives in South Africa and I travel a lot due to my work,” she explained. “Thanksgiving is important to my mom since it’s one of the rare times we’re all together.” She then explained that her mother is won’t to make “passive-aggressive” comments about her 32-year-old daughter’s “life choices.” Although the woman addressed this behavior, her mother “doesn’t really seem aware of it.” Things took a turn when it was time for dessert, which the Reddit user was “explicitly put in charge of.” So, she made a maple cheesecake for the occasion since she’s not a fan of pumpkin pie — which is what her mother usually makes. “I thought perhaps we could try something new. As I was bringing out the cheesecake, my mom eyed it somewhat warily and announced that she’d decided to make the usual pie as well,” she continued. “This caught me off guard. I asked why she didn’t tell me beforehand, and she said something like, ‘Well, we figured you’d do your own thing, so I thought it was best to have a backup.’” However, the woman’s mother began to serve the pumpkin pie to guests, telling her daughter to “leave the cheesecake in the kitchen.” When guests asked to try the cheesecake, the woman’s mother responded by telling them not to “mix too many flavors at once.” The woman was so upset about the situation that she got up and walked out of the house. “I know it’s immature for an adult to get this upset over a triviality, but I just (politely) refused as she was handing me a slice of pie, retrieved my coat, and left,” she added. “People were calling after me I think, but by that point, I was crying for some reason.” She shared that she received texts from her family, including one from her mother claiming “it was incredibly rude and immature” of her to leave Thanksgiving dinner that way. “My brother also sent me a message saying I’m acting irrationally. I feel horrible for leaving so abruptly, especially because my parents are getting older and we are already not close,” she concluded. The post has quickly gained traction, with more than 13,000 upvotes. In the comments, multiple people defended the woman’s decision to leave the dinner, as they criticized her mother for her comments. They also scrutinized the woman’s mother for serving her pumpkin pie over the cheesecake. “If I were a guest, I’d be pissed as hell if someone told me I had to eat a mid-pumpkin pie (and let’s admit, most of them are) when there was MAPLE CHEESECAKE available!” one wrote. “[The original poster] OP was told to bring a dessert, wasn’t told what to make, and it was known they don’t like pumpkin pie. So mom brought out the pumpkin pie and all but said ‘no one’s going to eat OP’s dessert.’ That’s deliberately cruel, not trivial. OP wasn’t overreacting at all,” another added. “If your mother’s way of ‘fussing and expressing that she cares’ looks, sounds, and feels like she’s being a deliberately nasty person then I’m guessing she is really just being a deliberately nasty person,” a third responded. “Your mother premeditated the whole dessert thing right down to the kick in the teeth of excluding the dessert you made from the table. She got off on being cruel in this petty way for whatever warped reason.”CINCINNATI (AP) — The Cincinnati Bengals took care of business and won three straight games for the first time this season. Cincinnati is playing its best football, but it might be too late to sneak into the playoffs, with five teams battling for the two remaining AFC postseason spots. At 7-8, the Bengals are on the bubble along with two other teams that have the same record, the Colts and Dolphins. To have a chance, the Bengals will need to beat the visiting Denver Broncos (9-6) on Saturday, then try to take down the Steelers (10-5) at Pittsburgh in the regular-season finale. They'll need some help from other teams, too. The rub for the Bengals is that they have yet to beat a team with a winning record this season. Now with some momentum for the first time, the Bengals will have to clear that hurdle. “It’s just what it’s supposed to feel like for us. This is our expectation," coach Zac Taylor said after the Bengals beat the Cleveland Browns 24-6 on Sunday. “We just put ourselves in a position to now play some real meaningful games. ... We found a way to get the win and now we can turn our focus to a short week and the Denver Broncos.” Joe Burrow became the first player in NFL history to throw for at least 250 yards and three or more touchdowns in seven consecutive games. One of his TD passes, to Tee Higgins, came as he was falling down. He finished 23 for 30 for 252 yards. ... Ja'Marr Chase continues to build his resume as he strives to win the receiving “triple crown.” He had six catches for 97 yards and a touchdown against the Browns and leads the league in receptions, yards and TDs. ... K Cade York tied a franchise record with a 59-yard field goal. “The guys have responded this way all season,” Taylor said. “We lost some heartbreakers to be quite frank, and games that just came down to the end. It doesn’t mean that we’ve had a bad football team and we weren’t in it. We’ve been in this, and now — I don’t want to say getting our confidence back, because we’ve had confidence — but we’re just making the plays necessary at the critical points of the game to take control of these games. That’s really what’s happened the last three weeks, and we’ve got to continue that.” Burrow has fumbled 10 times this season. Against the Browns, he lost a fumble on a strip-sack with the Bengals on the Cleveland 2-yard-line. Last week, S Jordan Battle scooped a fumble and ran it all the way back, only to fumble as he crossed the goal line, leading to a touchback. Against the Browns, he intercepted a second-half pass from Dorian Thompson-Robinson in the end zone. The Bengals' defense has nine takeaways in the past two games. Cincinnati's depleted offensive line allowed four sacks. The offensive line took a hit when tackle Amarius Mims went out with an ankle injury and didn't return. 5.1 — Yards per carry by RB Chase Brown, who seems to get better every week. He had 18 carries for 91 yards. The Bengals continue their improbable effort to slip into the playoffs when they host the Broncos in their home finale on Saturday. They finish the season the following week at Pittsburgh. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFL Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.

TORONTO, Dec. 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rivalry Corp. (the "Company" or "Rivalry") (TSXV: RVLY) (OTCQX: RVLCF) (FSE: 9VK), the leading sportsbook and iGaming operator for digital-first players, is pleased to announce that it has closed the third tranche (the “Third Closing”) of its non-brokered private placement of units of the Company (the "Units"), previously announced on November 26, 2024 (the "Offering"). Under the Third Closing, the Company issued 2,231,253 Units at a price of $0.15 per Unit, for gross proceeds of $334,688. The Company may complete one or more additional closings, for aggregate gross proceeds (together with the proceeds raised under the initial closing, second closing and Third Closing) of up to approximately USD$3 million. Unless otherwise noted, all dollar figures are quoted in Canadian dollars. Each Unit is comprised of one (1) subordinate voting share in the capital of the Company (each, a "Subordinate Voting Share") and one-half of one (1/2) Subordinate Voting Share purchase warrant (each whole warrant, a "Warrant"). Each Warrant is exercisable into one Subordinate Voting Share in the capital of the Company (each, a "Warrant Share") at a price of $0.25 per Warrant Share for a period of 12 months from the date hereof, subject to the Company's right to accelerate the expiry date of the Warrants upon 30 days' notice in the event that the closing price of the Subordinate Voting Shares is equal to or exceeds $0.50 on the TSX Venture Exchange (or such other recognized Canadian stock exchange as the Subordinate Voting Shares are primarily traded on) for a period of 10 consecutive trading days. The Company intends to use the proceeds from the Offering for corporate development and general working capital purposes. The Subordinate Voting Shares and Warrants, and any securities issuable upon exercise thereof, are subject to a four-month statutory hold period, in accordance with applicable securities legislation. The Company has paid an aggregate of $10,501.20 in finder's fees in connection with the Third Closing. This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy nor shall there be any sale of any of the securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful. The securities have not been and will not be registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "U.S. Securities Act"), or any applicable state securities laws and may not be offered or sold within the United States unless registered under the U.S. Securities Act and applicable state securities laws, or an exemption from such registration requirements is available. 100,200 Units were issued to family members of Steven Isenberg, a director of the Company and a "related party" (within the meaning of Multilateral Instrument 61-101 – Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions ("MI 61-101")) and 500,000 Units were issued to Kevin Wimer, a director of the Company and a "related party", and such issuances are considered a "related party transaction" for the purposes of MI 61-101. Such related party transaction is exempt from the formal valuation and minority shareholder approval requirements of MI 61-101 as neither the fair market value of the securities being issued to the related parties nor the consideration being paid by the related parties exceeded 25% of the Company’s market capitalization. The purchasers of the Units and the extent of such participation were not finalized until shortly prior to the completion of the Offering. Accordingly, it was not possible to publicly disclose details of the nature and extent of related party participation in the transactions contemplated hereby pursuant to a material change report filed at least 21 days prior to the completion of such transactions. About Rivalry Rivalry Corp. wholly owns and operates Rivalry Limited , a leading sport betting and media company offering fully regulated online wagering on esports, traditional sports, and casino for the digital generation. Based in Toronto, Rivalry operates a global team in more than 20 countries and growing. Rivalry Limited has held an Isle of Man license since 2018, considered one of the premier online gambling jurisdictions, as well as an internet gaming registration in Ontario, and is currently in the process of obtaining additional country licenses. With world class creative execution and brand positioning in online culture, a native crypto token, and demonstrated market leadership among digital-first users Rivalry is shaping the future of online gambling for a generation born on the internet. Company Contact: Steven Salz, Co-founder & CEO ss@rivalry.com Investor Contact: investors@rivalry.com Media Contact: Cody Luongo, Head of Communications cody@rivalry.com 203-947-1936 Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this press release. Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Information and Statements This news release contains certain forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws ("forward-looking statements"). All statements other than statements of present or historical fact are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are often, but not always, identified by the use of words such as "anticipate", "achieve", "could", "believe", "plan", "intend", "objective", "continuous", "ongoing", "estimate", "outlook", "expect", "project" and similar words, including negatives thereof, suggesting future outcomes or that certain events or conditions "may" or "will" occur. These statements are only predictions. Forward-looking statements are based on the opinions and estimates of management of the Company at the date the statements are made based on information then available to the Company. Various factors and assumptions are applied in drawing conclusions or making the forecasts or projections set out in forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are subject to and involve a number of known and unknown, variables, risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the control of the Company, which may cause the Company’s actual performance and results to differ materially from any projections of future performance or results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such factors, among other things, include regulatory or political change such as changes in applicable laws and regulations; the ability to obtain and maintain required licenses; the esports and sports betting industry being a heavily regulated industry; the complex and evolving regulatory environment for the online gaming and online gambling industry; the success of esports and other betting products are not guaranteed; changes in public perception of the esports and online gambling industry; failure to retain or add customers; the Company having a limited operating history; negative cash flow from operations; operational risks; cybersecurity risks; reliance on management; reliance on third parties and third-party networks; exchange rate risks; risks related to cryptocurrency transactions; risk of intellectual property infringement or invalid claims; the effect of capital market conditions and other factors on capital availability; competition, including from more established or better financed competitors; and general economic, market and business conditions. For additional risks, please see the Company’s MD&A dated April 30, 2024 and other disclosure documents available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca . No assurance can be given that the expectations reflected in forward-looking statements will prove to be correct. Although the forward-looking statements contained in this news release are based upon what management of the Company believes, or believed at the time, to be reasonable assumptions, the Company cannot assure shareholders that actual results will be consistent with such forward-looking statements, as there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. Readers should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements and information contained in this news release. The forward-looking information and forward-looking statements contained in this press release are made as of the date of this press release, and the Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking information and/or forward-looking statements that are contained or referenced herein, except in accordance with applicable securities laws. No stock exchange, securities commission or other regulatory authority has approved or disapproved the information contained herein. Source: Rivalry Corp.It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas up at Aberystwyth Arts Centre. Not only has the annual Christmas craft fair taken up residence once again in the area outside the Great Hall, but the shows on offer in the next two weeks have a distinctly festive feel to them. On Friday, 29 and Saturday, 30 November at 8pm, there’s Cracyrs Cabarela. The Cabarela elves are busy rummaging through their Christmas stockings, resurrecting the crackliest of their crackers and stuffing them into one enormous cracker to burst all over you this Christmas. You know you want to be part of the filthy frivolous festivities! For those aged 16+ On Saturday, 7 and Sunday, 8 December, you can see a special performance of ‘Cinderella’. Suitable for audience members of all ages, you are invited to join the arts centre for a magical evening filled with grace, beauty, and festive cheer as the talented dancers from the Ballet School of Aberystwyth Arts Centre bring the timeless tale of ‘Cinderella’ to life. This enchanting ballet performance, perfect for the entire family, will transport you to a world of elegant choreography, stunning costumes, and a heartwarming story of love and transformation. Celebrate the joy and wonder of the Christmas season with this captivating rendition of a beloved classic. Don’t miss the chance to witness the extraordinary talent of these amazing young dancers and enjoy a magical evening with your loved ones. Performances are at 2pm and 7pm on Saturday, 7 December, and 2pm on Sunday, 8 December. Please contact the arts centre to book if you have any access needs that will require suitable seating or if you need a designated wheelchair space.

Why Every Home Needs A Smart Doorbell: Features That Go Beyond The DoorstepORONO, Maine (AP) — Christopher Mantis helped lead Maine past Holy Cross on Sunday with 17 points off of the bench in an 80-55 win. Mantis had five rebounds for the Black Bears (3-3). Quion Burns scored 16 points and added eight rebounds. AJ Lopez went 6 of 13 from the field (2 for 6 from 3-point range) to finish with 14 points. The Crusaders (4-3) were led in scoring by DeAndre Williams, who finished with 12 points. Joe Nugent added 11 points for Holy Cross. Caleb Kenney had 10 points. Maine took the lead with 11:42 left in the first half and did not relinquish it. The score was 35-26 at halftime, with Burns racking up nine points. Maine pulled away with a 19-3 run in the second half to extend a seven-point lead to 23 points. They outscored Holy Cross by 16 points in the final half, as Lopez led the way with a team-high 12 second-half points. NEXT UP Both teams play on Friday. Maine squares off against Elon and Holy Cross travels to play Virginia. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar ."Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat cupidatat non proident, sunt in culpa qui officia deserunt mollit anim id est laborum." Section 1.10.32 of "de Finibus Bonorum et Malorum", written by Cicero in 45 BC "Sed ut perspiciatis unde omnis iste natus error sit voluptatem accusantium doloremque laudantium, totam rem aperiam, eaque ipsa quae ab illo inventore veritatis et quasi architecto beatae vitae dicta sunt explicabo. Nemo enim ipsam voluptatem quia voluptas sit aspernatur aut odit aut fugit, sed quia consequuntur magni dolores eos qui ratione voluptatem sequi nesciunt. Neque porro quisquam est, qui dolorem ipsum quia dolor sit amet, consectetur, adipisci velit, sed quia non numquam eius modi tempora incidunt ut labore et dolore magnam aliquam quaerat voluptatem. Ut enim ad minima veniam, quis nostrum exercitationem ullam corporis suscipit laboriosam, nisi ut aliquid ex ea commodi consequatur? Quis autem vel eum iure reprehenderit qui in ea voluptate velit esse quam nihil molestiae consequatur, vel illum qui dolorem eum fugiat quo voluptas nulla pariatur?" 1914 translation by H. Rackham "But I must explain to you how all this mistaken idea of denouncing pleasure and praising pain was born and I will give you a complete account of the system, and expound the actual teachings of the great explorer of the truth, the master-builder of human happiness. No one rejects, dislikes, or avoids pleasure itself, because it is pleasure, but because those who do not know how to pursue pleasure rationally encounter consequences that are extremely painful. Nor again is there anyone who loves or pursues or desires to obtain pain of itself, because it is pain, but because occasionally circumstances occur in which toil and pain can procure him some great pleasure. To take a trivial example, which of us ever undertakes laborious physical exercise, except to obtain some advantage from it? But who has any right to find fault with a man who chooses to enjoy a pleasure that has no annoying consequences, or one who avoids a pain that produces no resultant pleasure?" 1914 translation by H. Rackham "But I must explain to you how all this mistaken idea of denouncing pleasure and praising pain was born and I will give you a complete account of the system, and expound the actual teachings of the great explorer of the truth, the master-builder of human happiness. No one rejects, dislikes, or avoids pleasure itself, because it is pleasure, but because those who do not know how to pursue pleasure rationally encounter consequences that are extremely painful. Nor again is there anyone who loves or pursues or desires to obtain pain of itself, because it is pain, but because occasionally circumstances occur in which toil and pain can procure him some great pleasure. To take a trivial example, which of us ever undertakes laborious physical exercise, except to obtain some advantage from it? But who has any right to find fault with a man who chooses to enjoy a pleasure that has no annoying consequences, or one who avoids a pain that produces no resultant pleasure?" Thanks for your interest in Kalkine Media's content! To continue reading, please log in to your account or create your free account with us.

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