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Yahoo
02-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Binghamton students celebrate Israeli Independence Day
BINGHAMTON UNIVERSITY (WIVT/WBGH) – Local college students held a celebration yesterday in honor of Israeli Independence Day. Binghamton University's Hillel commemorated 77 years of Israeli Independence with carnival games, prizes, and even some Israeli food. Following the October 7, 2023, terrorist attack and the ensuing war in Gaza, many Jewish students say these have been challenging times. Hillel's Vice President of Programming, Ellie Spivak, says that celebrating this holiday amidst the war has a deeper meaning. 'This event is very significant, especially now. It's been a very hard time the past two years since October 7th. So it's really important for us to come together today and remember that we are also here to celebrate. We have hard times and we have happy times as well,' Spivak said. The celebration comes the day after another annual remembrance day in which Jews honor fallen soldiers and victims of terrorism. Spivak says Israeli Independence Day is a demonstration of light amid the darkness. SUNY Broome simulates disaster scenarios with local EMS Binghamton students celebrate Israeli Independence Day American Civic Association's annual All Nation's Parade and Festival Windsor students learn different jobs in medical field Brookside students get their hands dirty in the garden with CCE Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Zawya
05-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Gold eases as Treasury yields, dollar rise; markets gauge Trump tariffs
Gold edged lower on Wednesday as a firmer U.S. dollar and Treasury yields pressured the yellow metal, while markets continued to track the possible impact of fresh U.S. tariffs. Spot gold fell 0.3% to $2,909.86 an ounce as of 0327 GMT after rising nearly 1% on Tuesday, while U.S. gold futures were steady at $2,920.70. Benchmark 10-year U.S. Treasury yield rebounded from an over four-month low hit in the previous session, decreasing non-yielding gold's appeal, while the dollar index also firmed. "The move lower has been very modest so far in APAC trade and probably says more about the markets digesting the prior day's sharper rally than any new catalyst that has only just emerged to pressure gold," said Ilya Spivak, head of global macro at Tastylive. Higher Treasury yields and a slight recovery from the U.S. dollar may be pressure prices, Spivak said. U.S. President Donald Trump's new 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada took effect on Tuesday, along with a doubling of duties on Chinese goods to 20%, sparking trade wars that could slam economic growth and lift prices for Americans still smarting from years of high inflation. In response, China and Canada retaliated with their own set of tariffs on a range of U.S. goods, with Mexico expected to respond on Sunday. Trump's policies, widely seen as likely to stoke economic uncertainty, have helped safe-haven bullion rise over 10% so far this year. Federal Reserve Bank of New York President John Williams said on Tuesday that the U.S. tariffs will likely drive inflation higher, but believes the current interest rate policy is appropriate and does not need changes. Higher inflation could force the Fed to hold rates for longer, tarnishing non-yielding gold's appeal. Markets now await the ADP employment report due later in the day and U.S. nonfarm payrolls on Friday. Spot silver was little changed at $31.93 an ounce, and platinum slipped 0.2% to $958.41. Palladium added 0.4% to $945.97. (Reporting by Anjana Anil and Anushree Mukherjee in Bengaluru; Editing by Varun H K)
Reuters
05-03-2025
- Business
- Reuters
Gold eases as Treasury yields, dollar rise; markets gauge Trump tariffs
Summary Treasury yields, dollar, firm, pressuring gold Gold has risen over 10% so far in 2025 ADP employment report due later in the day March 5 (Reuters) - Gold edged lower on Wednesday as a firmer U.S. dollar and Treasury yields pressured the yellow metal, while markets continued to track the possible impact of fresh U.S. tariffs. Spot gold fell 0.3% to $2,909.86 an ounce as of 0327 GMT after rising nearly 1% on Tuesday, while U.S. gold futures were steady at $2,920.70. Benchmark 10-year U.S. Treasury yield rebounded from an over four-month low hit in the previous session, decreasing non-yielding gold's appeal, while the dollar index also firmed. "The move lower has been very modest so far in APAC trade and probably says more about the markets digesting the prior day's sharper rally than any new catalyst that has only just emerged to pressure gold," said Ilya Spivak, head of global macro at Tastylive. Higher Treasury yields and a slight recovery from the U.S. dollar may be pressure prices, Spivak said. U.S. President Donald Trump's new 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada took effect on Tuesday, along with a doubling of duties on Chinese goods to 20%, sparking trade wars that could slam economic growth and lift prices for Americans still smarting from years of high inflation. In response, China and Canada retaliated with their own set of tariffs on a range of U.S. goods, with Mexico expected to respond on Sunday. Trump's policies, widely seen as likely to stoke economic uncertainty, have helped safe-haven bullion rise over 10% so far this year. Federal Reserve Bank of New York President John Williams said on Tuesday that the U.S. tariffs will likely drive inflation higher, but believes the current interest rate policy is appropriate and does not need changes. Higher inflation could force the Fed to hold rates for longer, tarnishing non-yielding gold's appeal. Markets now await the ADP employment report due later in the day and U.S. nonfarm payrolls on Friday. Spot silver was little changed at $31.93 an ounce, and platinum slipped 0.2% to $958.41. Palladium added 0.4% to $945.97. Get a look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets with the Morning Bid U.S. newsletter. Sign up here.
Broadcast Pro
21-02-2025
- Business
- Broadcast Pro
Sony Pictures Television promotes Mike Wald and Jason Spivak
The two executives will oversee Sony's television and home entertainment distribution operations. Sony Pictures Television (SPT) has promoted Mike Wald and Jason Spivak to co-presidents of distribution and networks. They will jointly oversee the studio's television and home entertainment distribution operations while continuing to report to Keith Le Goy, who recently assumed the role of SPT Chairman. In a statement, Le Goy said: 'I've worked closely with Mike and Jason for what can only be described as a very long time. From their deep experience managing local markets around the world to navigating the evolving landscape in home entertainment, Mike and Jason each bring the unique, complementary skills to co-lead the business in this unprecedented period of change. I look forward to all that they will achieve in leading our world-class distribution and networks teams in these new roles.' Wald and Spivak added: 'Sony is very well positioned to continue to succeed in the changing distribution environment. It is incredibly exciting to have the opportunity to work alongside the best teams in the world to navigate this next chapter for the business.' Wald and Spivak will co-lead the studio's combined television and home entertainment distribution businesses, taking oversight of functions including post-theatrical distribution of films, distribution of television content around the world, multi-channel marketing and international cable networks in Latin America and Europe. Wald, previously EVP of International Distribution and Content Strategy, has led Sony's distribution efforts across free TV, cable, pay TV and streaming platforms worldwide. His tenure includes leadership roles in London, where he managed European, Middle Eastern and African markets, and in Hong Kong, where he focused on emerging Asian markets. Spivak, who has been integral to Sony's North American distribution strategy, played a key role in shaping the studio's home entertainment business. He was a driving force behind Sony's landmark Pay-1 distribution deal with Netflix and previously led worldwide digital distribution efforts. SPT distributes a vast catalogue of popular series and films, including Seinfeld , Breaking Bad , Outlander , The Nanny and Shark Tank , along with major films such as Anyone But You , Jumanji , Spider-Man and Venom .
The Independent
07-02-2025
- Business
- The Independent
WM's zero-waste approach to golf's raucous Phoenix Open catching on in the sports world
The Phoenix Open's famously booze-soaked 16th hole is one of the unique spectacles in golf, where the normally gentile sport lets loose with stadium-style seating, deafening music and an enthusiastic announcer introducing players in a scene that's more WWE than PGA Tour. It's safe to say that being environmentally conscience isn't the first thing on fans' minds. After all, there's usually a lot of waste when thousands of people are getting a little wasted. But the tournament — which has been sponsored by Waste Management for the past 16 years — is an unlikely incubator for ideas on how to make major sporting events easier on Mother Nature. It's been certified as a zero-waste event by UL Solutions for the past 12 years. 'It's very much our lab," said Lee Spivak, who is director of WM's Advisory Services team. 'We'll try an idea, try an approach to a customer. Then we'll scale it up here and take it to other customers." WM's success at making the Phoenix Open a zero-waste event has turned the company into a hot commodity in the sports world. Spivak said WM now has a partnership with the PGA Tour, Major League Baseball and roughly 15 ballparks, giving practical advice on how to reduce trash, even if certain locations aren't completely ready to go zero-waste. They also work with various teams in the NFL, NBA and NHL. The idea is if environmentally friendly ideas can work during this week's rowdy atmosphere of TPC Scottsdale, they can work just about anywhere. This is a tournament that draws 200,000 fans to the course on a good day, far more than even an NFL stadium. The zero-waste setup is massive: There are 4,800 recycling and compost bins, 29 large compactors and 30 tanks to collect melting ice for reuse in portable toilets at this week's tournament, and the process is managed by 85 WM full-time employees and 600 temporary workers. WM says that more than 750 tons of recycled materials were collected at last year's event. Even the temporary building materials — things like turf and scaffolding — are reused with 238 tons being donated to local organizations. 'Everything has to be brought onto the course and then everything has to be taken off the course,' said WM's Ashley Haight, who oversees several golf tournaments. 'Where stadiums might make little incremental changes over the years, we get a new shot (at golf courses) every single year.' At the Phoenix Open's 16th hole, concessions are served in paper cups and eaten with bamboo forks while the liquor and wine bottles are recycled and turned into reusable glassware through a local vendor. Over the years, some ideas have worked better than others. Doug Janison is the director of special events for M Culinary Concepts and has been working with WM for several years, tailoring his food offerings for the zero-waste strategy. He said the process has come a long way since the days of thick plastic plates and heavy napkins. 'It's an evolving process,' Janison said. 'No lids, no straws, no coffee cup sleeves. It's a temporary event, six days, you've got to rough it.' Janison was mostly joking about the 'rough it' part. The food is still very good at the event with braised pork ribs and pulled chicken among the offerings at the 16th hole. Some menu ideas have fallen by the wayside because of the zero-waste approach — milkshakes are hard to drink with paper straws — but other items like soft serve ice cream have been a fine replacement. In the end, WM and its partners say the benefits of zero-waste at the Phoenix Open outweigh any of the negatives. Spivak said the hope is the tournament can show sports fans and other businesses that a more environmentally-friendly approach can work and become normal. 'When they start to care, the ripple effect of the influence doesn't really end,' Spivak said. 'It just keeps getting bigger and bigger. That's the pride I feel in this tournament.' ___ AP golf:
