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Discontinued Cracker Barrel Menu Items We'll Probably Never Eat AgainBaseus Blade HD. Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET What's the deal? Get 54% off the Baseus Blade HD in this Amazon Black Friday deal plus an extra 17% with an on-page coupon, slashing the price to $43. ZDNET's key takeaways The Baseus Blade HD portable power bank is available on Amazon for $130 It's thin, yet powerful, so it fits perfectly into a laptop bag, and has a clear, easy-to-read display. Because it's big and flat, it takes up a fair bit of desk space. I get so much new stuff to test that I sometimes like revisiting gadgets that I've been using consistently for some time to see how they are holding up. After all, new stuff is cool, but if you're spending your cold, hard-earned cash on something, you want it to last. The other day a reader asked if I was still using the Baseus Blade HD power bank, a product that I'd initially reviewed close to a year ago. Indeed I am. In fact, not only am I using the HD version of this power bank, but I'm also still using the original Blade model, which is now two years old, and both are going strong. Also: I tested the world's fastest SSD and the results will make power users cry So what does HD stand for? High density. Put simply, Baseus used a different battery technology to allow the same charge capacity to be crammed into a smaller space. Baseus Blade HD tech specs Capacity : 20,000mAh silicon-carbon lithium polymer battery : 20,000mAh silicon-carbon lithium polymer battery Ports : 2 x USB-C, 2 x USB-A : 2 x USB-C, 2 x USB-A USB-C Output : 5V/3A | 9V/3A | 12V/3A | 15V/3A | 20V/5A (max 100W) : 5V/3A | 9V/3A | 12V/3A | 15V/3A | 20V/5A (max 100W) USB-C Input : 5V/3.0A | 9V/3.0A | 12V/3.0A | 15V/3.0A | 20V/3.0A (max 60W) : 5V/3.0A | 9V/3.0A | 12V/3.0A | 15V/3.0A | 20V/3.0A (max 60W) USB-A Output : 4.5V/5A | 5V/4.5A |... Adrian Kingsley-Hughes
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With Marc de Grandpre as president and GM and Julian de Guzman as sporting director, the New York Red Bulls come with a distinctly Canadian flavour. On Saturday, both will be cheering on their team as it takes on the Los Angeles Galaxy, led by former Toronto FC coach Greg Vanney, in the MLS Cup final in Carson, Calif. De Grandpre is in his second stint with the Major League Soccer club while de Guzman, a Toronto native and former Canada captain, joined the front office in February. "We're all excited. This is a big moment for the club," said de Grandpre, a Montreal native. "We haven't been here since 2008 (when the Red Bulls lost 3-1 to Columbus in their first final appearance). "This is like a Game 7 ultimately and we're going to leave it all out there and hope for the best," he added. "We're very proud of the team, the players and where we're at. (Saturday), I guess, before kickoff anxiety will kick in but we have to enjoy the moment. These are not moments that occur every year or every other year. We're lucky, fortunate and we're grateful to be here and we'll soak it all in as an organization." While the fourth-place Galaxy (19-8-7) finished 12 places and 17 points ahead of the Red Bulls (11-9-14) in the overall league standings, one can argue the New Yorkers arrive at Dignity Health Sports Park as the team of destiny. Entering the playoffs as the seventh-ranked team in the Eastern Conference, the Red Bulls are the lowest-ever seed to reach the MLS championship game. The Red Bulls started the season with just one loss in their first 10 league outings (4-1-5) and went unbeaten in their first 12 league outings at Red Bull Arena (7-0-5) before losing 2-0 to Philadelphia on Aug. 31. But they limped into the playoffs after winning just one of their last nine regular-season outings (1-5-3). The lone win (4-1) during that run came Oct. 2 at lowly Toronto. De Grandpre points to the break for the Leagues Cup, which ran July 26 to Aug. 25, for the loss of form during that run. The Red Bulls played just two Leagues Cup games, losing to Toronto and Mexico's Pachuca both on penalty kicks, with a 25-day pause before resuming MLS play. "The team managed to persevere, stay resilient and get us into the playoffs," said de Grandpre. "And they're true to the form they were showing early in the season. "It's a group of players who truly enjoy being with each other, love each (other), care for each other and have totally embraced what (German coach) Sandro (Schwarz) has brought to the table in terms of culture and the way we approach the matches. You can feel it in the room. It's a special group of people." The Red Bulls are making the most of their record 15th-straight post-season appearance. They started the playoffs with a bang, upsetting defended champion and second-seeded Columbus 1-0 on the road and then via penalty shootout in Harrison, N.J., to win the best-of-three first-round series. They went on to dispatch No. 6 New York City FC 2-0 in the Eastern Conference semifinal and No. 4 Orlando City 1-0 in the conference final. The Red Bulls have made sure their fans will be on hand to cheer on the team. The club bought almost 2,000 tickets for members of its supporters groups and season-ticket holders as well as for its front office, custodial and security staff from its stadium and training facility, and food and beverage partners. "We want to make sure we reward our fans and that our most important human capital is with us — our staff, the people who make it happen ever day. We want to reward them as well," said de Grandpre. Some 700 members of the Red Bulls supporters groups also each received US$300 as well as a ticket to help defray travel costs. De Grandpre started with Bauer Hockey in Montreal and then, after graduate school in the U.S., became one of the first marketing employees for Red Bull North America in late 1999. In 2006, when the Austria-based energy drink giant bought the New York/New Jersey MetroStars, de Grandpre was tasked with rebranding the franchise to the Red Bulls. He spent two years as the team's managing director before moving on to Qualcomm (wireless technology), Imax (immersive cinema) and KIND (healthy snack foods), rejoining the Red Bulls in April 2014 as GM. "Ever since then, it's been a pleasurable experience, very rewarding. I've surrounded myself and the organization with the best talent in the business," he said. "And I believe that is why we are here today. It's been a long road, but the right way to get there, that's for sure." In 2015, de Grandpre was honoured with the league's Doug Hamilton Executive of the Year award. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 6, 2024. Follow @NeilMDavidson on the X platform. Neil Davidson, The Canadian PressHeritage under threat : damage assessment in LebanonPartnering with hummel and Northwell Health, the new kit honors the club's iconic local roots. WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. , Nov. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Westchester Soccer Club (WSC) – the first homegrown professional sports club to call New York's most populous suburb home – debuted the team's inaugural home kit last week at an event with Northwell Health, its front of kit sponsor and official health partner. See images of the new kit here and the video reveal. Through an exciting partnership with hummel, a leading global sportswear brand, and with sponsorship from Northwell Health, the home kit builds on the excitement of WSC's iconic homegrown brand unveiled earlier this summer. The White, Gold, and Blue "Zee" Kit represents the next step in WSC's campaign to deepen community engagement as it prepares for the 2025 season in the United Soccer League One (USL). Earlier this year, USL announced that Westchester County, N.Y. has been granted the rights to a USL League One franchise, with WSC to kick off in 2025 as the host of home matches at the newly renovated Memorial Field in Mount Vernon, N.Y. "Our new kits proudly showcase the defining spirit of our community. At its core, the jersey is a celebration of our heritage, with the "Infinity W" mark (found in our badge and side-striping) and the Tappan Zee Bridge representing the connection between our players, fans, and our hometown communities," said Mitch Baruchowitz, majority owner of WSC. "Northwell Health is very proud to be the front-of-kit sponsor and official health partner of Westchester Soccer Club. This partnership reflects our shared commitment to fostering a healthier, more connected community," said Dr. Debbie Salas-Lopez of Northwell Health. "The new jerseys symbolize the strength of this collaboration, and we are excited to stand alongside WSC in uniting and inspiring Westchester through the power of soccer." Designed with the vibrant spirit of the NY suburban landscape in mind, the jerseys embody the pride and identity of WSC as a uniter of families and communities in the greater Westchester Region. The distinctive home kits resonate with the club's unique identity and aim to bring fans together and feature one of the region's iconic landmarks. In addition to the introduction of the new kits, WSC is also excited to announce the availability of season ticket deposits for the upcoming League One season. A deposit includes exclusive access to club information, announcements, invitations to events and more, providing fans the opportunity to secure their seats for an exciting season ahead, further solidifying their connection to the club. The new jerseys, and other items in a brand-new line of merchandise, are now available online at WSC's website for ensuring that fans can proudly display their support for the club ahead of the season. For more information about the new jerseys, season ticket options, and upcoming events, please visit: https://www.westchestersc.com/ . About Westchester Soccer Club Westchester Soccer Club, Westchester's first homegrown professional sports team, will join USL One in the 2025 season. The club is dedicated to celebrating the region's profound love for soccer through exciting game experiences and community-focused events. With a strong commitment to nurturing local talent, WSC aims to build a world-class developmental pipeline for both boys and girls in Westchester. For more information and updates, follow WSC on social media: Twitter/X: @westchestersc • Instagram: @westchestersc • Facebook: @westchestersc Sign up for email updates at www.westchestersc.com Media Contact: Josh Vlasto [email protected] View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/westchester-soccer-club-debuts-new-home-kit-to-kick-off-upcoming-season-302317028.html SOURCE Westchester Soccer Club
The Chiefs' arsenal of weapons has been riddled with injuries this season. Hollywood Brown, Rashee Rice, and Isiah Pacheco have all missed extended time this season. Despite the injuries, Kansas City has managed to make big plays and win tight games on their way to a 9-1 record. Rice is out for the year and Brown is expected to be sidelined for a while longer, but Pacheco will make his return in the near future. His 21-day practice window was opened ahead of Week 11, so he'll have to be activated to the 53-man roster ahead of Week 13. Pacheco doesn't have to return this week, but Chiefs' fans and fantasy managers would certainly like to see him back in action. Let's check in on the latest updates surrounding his Week 12 availability. WEEK 12 FANTASY FOOTBALL RANKINGS QBs | RBs | WRs | TEs | D/ST | Kickers Will Isiah Pacheco play this week? Injury update on Chiefs' RB As expected, Pacheco was able to take the practice field throughout the week. He was a limited participant during all three practice sessions. Typically, players coming off injured reserve log a full practice before returning to game action. Without a full practice under his belt, Pacheco has unsurprisingly been ruled out this week. Chiefs HC Andy Reid said RB Isiah Pacheco will be out Sunday versus the Panthers. Thankfully, the Chiefs have the Panthers on the schedule this week and should cruise to a win without Pacheco. Barring a setback, he should be back on the field in Week 13 against the Raiders. Chiefs' RB Depth Chart: Who is Isiah Pacheco's Backup? Without Pacheco in the lineup, Kareem Hunt has been operating as the No. 1 back in Kansas City. Although he's looked like a shell of his former self, Hunt has cracked 100 total yards in three of six starts and has done exactly what's been asked of him. He'll be the Chiefs' go-to back for one more week. As always, Samaje Perine will be the preferred back in passing situations and will see a handful of snaps on third down and in the two-minute drill. Carson Steele will also come on the field to spell Hunt here and there and possibly get a few short-yardage carries. WEEK 12 FANTASY ROSTER MANAGEMENT ADVICE Stock Watch | Trade Advice | Start 'Em, Sit 'Em | Sleepers | Busts | Usage | Weather Isiah Pacheco fantasy outlook Week 12 Considering Pacheco has been out since Week 3, fantasy managers should already have a replacement on their roster already. If that replacement is Hunt, you should be thrilled about his Week 12 outlook. The Panthers rank dead last in fantasy points allowed to running backs and he comes in as our RB15 on the week. If you're scrambling to fill your RB2 slot this week, be sure to check out the Sporting News' RB rankings and Week 12 sleepers . With these two resources in hand, fantasy managers should have no issue putting together a strong lineup this week.South Coast AQMD Awards $109 Million to Advance Zero-Emission Infrastructure in Underserved CommunitiesLear Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend
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