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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Known across the globe as the stuck astronauts, Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams hit the six-month mark in space Thursday with two more to go. The pair rocketed into orbit on June 5, the first to ride Boeing’s new Starliner crew capsule on what was supposed to be a weeklong test flight. They arrived at the International Space Station the next day, only after overcoming a cascade of thruster failures and helium leaks . NASA deemed the capsule too risky for a return flight, so it will be February before their long and trying mission comes to a close. While NASA managers bristle at calling them stuck or stranded, the two retired Navy captains shrug off the description of their plight. They insist they’re fine and accepting of their fate. Wilmore views it as a detour of sorts: “We’re just on a different path.” “I like everything about being up here,” Williams told students Wednesday from an elementary school named for her in Needham, Massachusetts, her hometown. "Just living in space is super fun.” Both astronauts have lived up there before so they quickly became full-fledged members of the crew, helping with science experiments and chores like fixing a broken toilet, vacuuming the air vents and watering the plants. Williams took over as station commander in September. “Mindset does go a long way,” Wilmore said in response to a question from Nashville first-graders in October. He’s from Mount Juliet, Tennessee. “I don’t look at these situations in life as being downers.” Boeing flew its Starliner capsule home empty in September, and NASA moved Wilmore and Williams to a SpaceX flight not due back until late February. Two other astronauts were bumped to make room and to keep to a six-month schedule for crew rotations. Like other station crews, Wilmore and Williams trained for spacewalks and any unexpected situations that might arise. “When the crews go up, they know they could be there for up to a year,” said NASA Associate Administrator Jim Free. NASA astronaut Frank Rubio found that out the hard way when the Russian Space Agency had to rush up a replacement capsule for him and two cosmonauts in 2023, pushing their six-month mission to just past a year. Boeing said this week that input from Wilmore and Williams has been “invaluable" in the ongoing inquiry of what went wrong. The company said in a statement that it is preparing for Starliner's next flight but declined comment on when it might launch again. NASA also has high praise for the pair. “Whether it was luck or whether it was selection, they were great folks to have for this mission,” NASA's chief health and medical officer, Dr. JD Polk, said during an interview with The Associated Press. On top of everything else, Williams, 59, has had to deal with “rumors,” as she calls them, of serious weight loss. She insists her weight is the same as it was on launch day, which Polk confirms. During Wednesday's student chat, Williams said she didn't have much of an appetite when she first arrived in space. But now she's “super hungry” and eating three meals a day plus snacks, while logging the required two hours of daily exercise. Williams, a distance runner, uses the space station treadmill to support races in her home state. She competed in Cape Cod’s 7-mile Falmouth Road Race in August. She ran the 2007 Boston Marathon up there as well. She has a New England Patriots shirt with her for game days, as well as a Red Sox spring training shirt. “Hopefully I’ll be home before that happens -- but you never know,” she said in November. Husband Michael Williams, a retired federal marshal and former Navy aviator, is caring for their dogs back home in Houston. As for Wilmore, 61, he's missing his younger daughter's senior year in high school and his older daughter's theater productions in college. “We can’t deny that being unexpectedly separated, especially during the holidays when the entire family gets together, brings increased yearnings to share the time and events together,” his wife, Deanna Wilmore, told the AP in a text this week. Her husband “has it worse than us” since he's confined to the space station and can only connect via video for short periods. “We are certainly looking forward to February!!” she wrote. The Associated Press Health and Science Department receives support from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute’s Science and Educational Media Group. The AP is solely responsible for all content.COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — A fight broke out at midfield after Michigan stunned No. 2 Ohio State 13-10 on Saturday as Wolverines players attempted to plant their flag and were met by Buckeyes who confronted them. Police had to use pepper spray to break up the players, who threw punches and shoves in the melee that overshadowed the rivalry game. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings. Get any of our free email newsletters — news headlines, obituaries, sports, and more.

Quoting Greek philosophers and pledging to “drag the office into the modern age,” Mariyana Spyropoulos was ceremonially sworn into her new role as Cook County’s Circuit Court clerk on Monday. Spyropoulos beat incumbent Clerk Iris Martinez in the Democratic primary with promises to be more transparent, ethical and fiscally responsible than previous clerks, cruising to an easy victory in November. The office of about 1,400 employees is the keeper of records for criminal, civil, juvenile and traffic courtrooms across the county. It has long been criticized as a patronage den that’s also difficult for the public to navigate. “The clerk’s office is the front door to our justice system. I pledge today to keep that door open to everyone: not just for those who know how to navigate the system, but the woman seeking protection from her abuser, the man hoping for an expungement to start a new life, and the newly arrived family navigating an unfamiliar world,” Spyropoulos said Monday in a brief speech in the lobby of the Daley Center. She said she would review how to shorten lines, ensure clear directions and compassionate help for people seeking records or navigating the county’s courthouses. Excessive paperwork, she said, was “drowning” lawyers, victims, defendants and the public. She was officially sworn in Sunday, but got the ceremonial treatment by Chief Judge Timothy Evans on Monday. A longtime member of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District board who won the endorsement of the county’s Democratic Party, Spyropoulos largely funded her own campaign to defeat Martinez. She played up her time as an assistant state’s attorney and her reform credentials, saying she helped bring MWRD under the independent oversight of the county’s inspector general. She has pledged to do the same at the clerk’s office, which is currently overseen by a clerk-appointed inspector. Pledging to adhere to the highest ethical standards has become a familiar refrain for court clerks. Martinez made the same promise in 2020 when she replaced Dorothy Brown , whose tenure was scarred by accusations of bribery and taking campaign cash from her own employees. Martinez, too, took donations and campaign help from her own employees. “I pledge to create a strong, independent inspector general to identify and root out corruption,” Spyropoulos said Monday. “We deserve no less in our justice system, and our office will not be a paper tiger. I will hold all staff to the highest ethical standards. There can be no favorites. Mark my words: no one is protected from the consequences of their actions. The clerk’s office is not a political operation, it is a cornerstone.” On the campaign trail, Spyropoulos also said she would push a change in state law to make the office subject to freedom of information act requests and in the meantime, voluntarily release information on the clerk’s spending and case statistics. Martinez made the same FOIA promise in 2020 but backtracked after pushback from judges.Adventure Tourism Thrives in the Post-COVID Era, Redefining Global Travel Trends 12-02-2024 11:48 PM CET | Sports Press release from: Getnews / PR Agency: Notorial Image: https://www.getnews.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/1733154904.jpeg One thing is certain: the post-COVID era has transformed the way essential aspects of life are perceived. The greatest tragedy of recent centuries unfolded in less than two years, officially claiming at least 15 million lives globally, including 1.7 million in the USA alone, due to COVID-19. As a result, the desire for material possessions has diminished, while the yearning to live more intensely in the time remaining has grown. Tourism, which endured the worst crisis in living memory, was paralyzed for nearly two years, causing millions of job losses in the sector. However, two years after the nightmare subsided, the industry is regaining its momentum and is now experiencing extraordinary growth across the globe. In analyzing the post-COVID consequences for the tourism sector, a notable surge in the demand for adventure tourism has been observed, perfectly aligning with the desire to live life more fully. Travel has always been a part of life, but now it is done with more intention, with a stronger focus on how to travel and discover new destinations. This shift has led to the emergence of a new model of tourism. CHANGE IN TOURIST HABITS According to Pablo Torrens, CEO of Manaslu Adventures, a leading agency in outdoor tourism, "Tourists who, even before the pandemic, began adopting healthier and more responsible consumption habits, have had their trend accelerated by the crisis. Now, large tourism operators, lacking the necessary expertise, rely on specialized agencies to manage the complexities of organizing experiences that require accommodation and more technical services they are unfamiliar with. The demand for sustainable, outdoor experiences, away from mass tourism, is on the rise. People want to immerse themselves in nature and feel fulfilled through physical activity." Torrens further explains that tourists are increasingly seeking not only beautiful destinations, but also exotic and sustainable ones, where they can disconnect from daily routines. As a result, destinations such as Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, Albania, and Georgia have become top travel spots, complementing the classic offerings in countries like Iceland, Nepal, Peru, and India, which have long been known for hosting these types of experiences. This new landscape does not mean that tourists have lost interest in iconic attractions; rather, they have developed a preference for more specialized travel that goes beyond simply choosing a good hotel or a beautiful beach. These travelers are now connecting with experiences like hiking, trekking, cycling, ecotourism, ski touring, yoga, rafting, kayaking, and more. This shift in preferences has led to the rise of specialized travel agencies and the expansion of markets that prioritize exotic, adventurous tourism experiences. A LEADING COMPANY IN MOUNTAIN TOURISM The boom in adventure and outdoor tourism, particularly in natural, less crowded environments, is evident. One of the most significant players in this sector is Manaslu Adventures, a start-up founded in 2017 by a group of seasoned adventurers in Barcelona, near the Pyrenees. The agency has experienced rapid growth, tripling its turnover in just two years. Specializing in outdoor tourism, it has recently expanded into the USA to cater to the North American market, offering top-tier adventure travel proposals worldwide. The agency has also become a leader in growth in Latin America and Spain. With six key travel verticals - Hiking, Climbing, Biking, Skiing, Adventure, and Wellness - Manaslu Adventures serves major Spanish travel agencies, which see this niche tourism as a fresh opportunity to boost sales. According to its CEO, the key to success lies in adapting experiences to specific market segments, tailoring them to clients' preferences while ensuring the comforts they seek. Whether clients are looking for luxury accommodations, moderate to intense physical activity, gourmet cuisine, or excellent organization, the agency offers experiences tailored to their needs. From high-end luxury clients who demand the best infrastructure, to those seeking self-sufficiency in their travel, experiences are divided into four categories, including options for families and those wishing to explore the world's top 100 destinations. NEW TRENDS IN ACTIVE TOURISM IN USA The Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) reported in its latest 2024 study that while Western Europe and Scandinavia remain consistently popular destinations for adventure travelers, recent trends indicate that cooler destinations, like Scandinavia, are becoming even more sought after due to rising global temperatures. On the other hand, regions embroiled in political conflicts, such as the Middle East, Russia, and Eastern Europe (near Russia), have seen a decline in popularity. The top activities and motivations for adventure travel remain relatively stable, with a few exceptions. Electric bikes (e-bikes) are gaining significant popularity, particularly in Europe. Additionally, culinary and gastronomic activities have steadily increased in popularity in recent years. Media Contact Company Name: Manaslu Adventures, S.L. Contact Person: Press Office Email: Send Email [ http://www.universalpressrelease.com/?pr=adventure-tourism-thrives-in-the-postcovid-era-redefining-global-travel-trends ] Country: United States Website: http://www.manasluadventures.com This release was published on openPR.

Six-time Super Bowl champion Bill Belichick interviewed for the head-coaching job at North Carolina, Inside Carolina and the Raleigh News & Observer reported Thursday. According to the News & Observer, Belichick "blew them away in the interview," yet he is not likely to move forward because he is pushing 73 years old and has no experience in the college game. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.None

DALLAS, Dec. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Beneficient (NASDAQ: BENF) (“Ben” or the “Company”), a technology-enabled platform providing exit opportunities and primary capital solutions and related trust and custody services to holders of alternative assets through its proprietary online platform AltAccess, announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire Mercantile Bank International Corp. (“Mercantile Bank”), a Puerto Rico-based International Financial Entity (“IFE”), in exchange for an aggregate purchase price of $1.5 million, which is payable in up to approximately 2.1 million shares of the Company’s Class A common stock and cash. “We are very excited about the potential avenues for revenue growth that would be facilitated through this acquisition,” said Beneficient. “Acquiring Mercantile Bank would enable the Company to offer an expanded range of companion custody and other fee-based services that complement our existing businesses on a broader scale with the potential to generate additional cash flow in the near term. Our objective is to deliver additional alternative asset custody services to customers with the potential to generate higher fee rates than are generally available for traditional custody services. We also believe the acquisition has the potential to enhance and broaden our current offerings in ways that may open new international opportunities, allowing us to further democratize the market for illiquid alternative assets.” IFEs are licensed and regulated by the Office of the Commissioner of Financial Institutions of Puerto Rico (the “OCIF”) and may provide specific banking and other financial activity from Puerto Rico for persons, entities, and organizations around the globe that are non-residents of Puerto Rico. An IFE’s authorized activities may include custody, clearing, and payments and related traditional and digital products and services and, as approved by the OCIF, traditional banking services, such as deposits, lending, investments, and trusts. Upon closing of the acquisition, the Company, which has primarily focused on meeting the needs of individual investors and small-to-midsized institutions, expects to expand its offering of custody services to also address the current needs of large institutional investors and the growing needs of third-party alternative trading systems and foreign securities exchanges. The acquisition would position Ben to offer alternative asset custody services that include, among other potential items, a companion line of business focused on issuing depositary receipts to assist holders of foreign investments gain access to the capital markets of additional international jurisdictions. The Company believes these alternative asset custody services may yield higher fee assessments than more traditional custody offerings. The Company expects this companion business line to begin generating custody and depositary receipt issuance fee-based revenue and cash flow during calendar year 2025 that it would deploy to fund Ben’s ongoing operations and ultimately our core alternative asset liquidity product offerings. The acquisition reflects Beneficient’s execution on its objective of expanding its alternative asset custody fee-based service offerings to third parties and institutional investors. Closing of the acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions, including, among other things, approval by OCIF, and is anticipated to be completed in the second calendar quarter of 2025. About Beneficient Beneficient (Nasdaq: BENF) – Ben, for short – is on a mission to democratize the global alternative asset investment market by providing traditionally underserved investors − mid-to-high net worth individuals, small-to-midsized institutions and General Partners seeking exit options, anchor commitments and valued-added services for their funds− with solutions that could help them unlock the value in their alternative assets. Ben’s AltQuoteTM tool provides customers with a range of potential exit options within minutes, while customers can log on to the AltAccess ® portal to explore opportunities and receive proposals in a secure online environment. Its subsidiary, Beneficient Fiduciary Financial, L.L.C., received its charter under the State of Kansas’ Technology-Enabled Fiduciary Financial Institution (TEFFI) Act and is subject to regulatory oversight by the Office of the State Bank Commissioner. For more information, visit www.trustben.com or follow us on LinkedIn. Contacts Matt Kreps: 214-597-8200, mkreps@darrowir.com Michael Wetherington: 214-284-1199, mwetherington@darrowir.com Investor Relations: investors@beneficient.com Disclaimer and Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements Certain of the statements contained in this press release are forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements can be generally identified by the use of words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “may,” “plan,” “potential,” “predict,” “project,” “should,” “target,” “will,” “would,” and, in each case, their negative or other various or comparable terminology. The forward-looking statements contained in this press release include, without limitation, statements relating to the anticipated timing of closing the acquisition, benefits of the acquisition and the Company’s anticipated product and service offerings following the closing of the acquisition. These forward-looking statements reflect our views with respect to future events as of the date of this document and are based on our management’s current expectations, estimates, forecasts, projections, assumptions, beliefs and information. Although management believes that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it can give no assurance that these expectations will prove to have been correct. All such forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, many of which are outside of our control, and could cause future events or results to be materially different from those stated or implied in this document. It is not possible to predict or identify all such risks. These risks include, but are not limited to, the ultimate outcome of the acquisition; the Company’s ability to consummate the acquisition in a timely manner or at all; the ability of the parties to satisfy the closing conditions to the acquisition; the possibility that the Company may be unable to successfully integrate Mercantile Bank’s operations with those of the Company or realize the expected benefits of the acquisition; the possibility that such integration may be more difficult, time-consuming, or costly than expected; the risk that operating costs, customer loss, and business disruption (including, without limitation, difficulties in maintaining relationships with employees, contractors, and customers) may be greater than expected following the acquisition or the public announcement of the acquisition; the Company’s ability to retain certain key employees of Mercantile Bank; the ability to launch and receive market acceptance for new products and services; and risks related to the entry into a new line of business; the risk factors that are described under the section titled “Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, Current Reports on Form 8-K, and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”). These factors should not be construed as exhaustive and should be read in conjunction with the other cautionary statements that are included in this document and in our SEC filings. We expressly disclaim any obligation to publicly update or review any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.

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