NextEra Energy Inc. stock underperforms Friday when compared to competitorsMR.DIY wins World Branding Awards for seventh consecutive year Regional home improvement retailer MR.DIY Group has once again proven its leadership position, taking home its 7th consecutive win at the World Branding Awards [WBA]. At the 17th edition of the awards organized by the World Branding Forum, MR.DIY was named the “Top Home Improvement Retail Brand” in the Regional Award Category, celebrating its success across four markets: Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, and the Philippines. The retailer’s prior WBA awards include three National Awards in the Home Improvement category from 2018 to 2020, followed by a Regional Award in the same category from 2021 to 2023. Welcoming the award, MR.DIY Philippines Deputy Head of Marketing, Mark Charles Salecina said, “We are thrilled to take home a World Branding Award for the seventh consecutive year. We are a company and team committed to giving our customers outstanding value, excellent customer service, and engaging shopping experiences, while positively impacting the communities we operate in. This award – which recognizes our efforts in these areas across four key Southeast Asian markets – is a testament that we have consistently delivered on this commitment and validates our promise of ‘Always Low Prices, which continues to resonate strongly with customers.” Salecina congratulated the other award recipients, saying it was an honor for MR.DIY to be recognized alongside them. He added “This achievement wouldn’t be possible without the dedication of our employees, our partners, and the unwavering support of our customers from across the region, who have made us their favorite store. Awards like this remind us that our efforts truly make a difference.” MR.DIY began in Malaysia in 2005 as a traditional hardware store. With over 4,000 stores across the region, the brand is supported by employees from Malaysia, Thailand, Brunei, Indonesia, Singapore, the Philippines, Cambodia, India, Turkey, Spain, Vietnam, Bangladesh, and Poland. The 17th edition of the World Branding Awards, organized by the World Branding Forum, was held at the Tower of London, United Kingdom on November 26, 2024. The 2024-2025 edition saw participation from 1.3 million consumers and 4,450 brands across 66 countries in seven regions, making it a global benchmark for brand excellence. The Regional Award is presented to brands that hold leadership positions in multiple countries within a geographic region. Winners are determined through brand valuation, consumer market research, and public online voting. MR.DIY shares this honor alongside leading brands like Globe Telecom, Uratex, Fern-D, and Indoplas Philippines. For more information, visit MR.DIY’s website at www.mrdiy.com , and its social media channels, Facebook and Instagram . Being business-savvy should be fun, attainable and A+. BMPlus is BusinessMirror's digital arm with practical tips & success stories for aspiring and thriving millennial entrepreneurs.online casino 10 pesos minimum deposit 。

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Deckers Outdoor director Stewart sells $838,935 in stockFOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Drake Maye’s arrival in New England coincided with a wholesale reset for the Patriots franchise following the departure of coach Bill Belichick and quarterback Mac Jones this past offseason. In his eight starts since assuming the reins from veteran Jacoby Brissett, the rookie quarterback has provided encouraging examples of what the Patriots’ revamped front office saw in selecting him third overall in the draft last April. While the Patriots enter their bye week with a 3-10 record and just 2-6 with Maye as the starter, both the coaching staff and his teammates feel they have a quarterback they can build around going forward. “I’m just trying to take it one day at a time, one game at a time,” Maye said this week. “I’m trying to learn from negative experiences or negative plays, learn from turnovers, learn from sacks that I take and see if I can get the ball out and do something better. That’s probably the biggest thing. "Hopefully, the work that we’re putting in and the product that we’re putting out can lead to some positive plays and some positive wins down the road.” Maye is coming off his best statistical performance of the season, completing a season best 80% of his passes (24 of 30) for a season-high 238 yards and a touchdown in New England’s 25-24 loss to Indianapolis. He also had a 41-yard run, showing off a running ability that has him averaging 9.1 yards per carry – best among quarterbacks who have played at least nine games. Maye did have one interception off a tipped ball, but showed his best command of offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt’s scheme to date, spreading the ball around to six different players and consistently getting the Patriots into the red zone. The rub is that the Patriots were just 2 of 6 once they got there, including four trips inside the 10-yard line that yielded only one TD. Lackluster play in the red zone has been a hindrance for a unit that ranks 30th in the NFL in scoring touchdowns inside the 20. Maye said it will be one of his main focal points over the final four games. “It’s tough to go out like that,” Maye said. “You can’t win games going four drives in the red zone that end in field goals. We’ve got to focus in on that. I think that’s been an emphasis of improvement for this offense. We know you have to score touchdowns to win in this league.” Though coach Jerod Mayo agrees there is room for improvement for Maye, he also pointed out that the pieces around him need to do a better job supporting him as well. He pointed specifically to the offensive line, singling out rookie left guard Layden Robinson and rookie tackle Caedan Wallace, as well as fellow lineman and 2022 first-round pick Cole Strange, who is working his way back from a knee injury. “You need a guy like Layden Robinson to show what he can do. We need a guy like Cole Strange before the end of the season to see what he can do,” Mayo said. “You can use Caedan in that same bucket. We need to see what the receivers can do and what they’re going to look like going forward, and that’s the hard part for me. You want to win right now, but at the same time, I think it would be a disservice to go to the end of the season and not know exactly what we have.” That’s not lost on Robinson, who wants to play better for his quarterback who he said has grown exponentially as a leader since earning the starting job. “He always has that confidence about him and you know how he takes control of the huddle,” Robinson said. “He gets in there, and he’s like, ‘All right, let’s go to work,’ basically. We rally behind him.” Results aside, Van Pelt said there are no regrets about initially waiting to elevate Maye to the starting job. “Absolutely not. I think we had the plan going into place, and I think that it’s showing now that that was a good decision for us,” Van Pelt said. “Would he be as developed had he started the first game? Maybe. Could’ve gone the other way as well. I stated in the spring, this is a marathon, it’s not a sprint. "This is about a career, franchise quarterback, and we’re trying to develop him in the right way. And I feel like we did it that way.” AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nflNone

3 killed as truck, car collide in GumlaThe afternoon was cold and sunny — perfect for a winter’s day — as I drove to Mifflinburg for the Camp Koala Volunteer Appreciation Party on Saturday, Dec. 14. As I walked into Camp Koala’s building, I was filled with delight by the beautiful holiday decorations. Christmas music was playing softly in the background and the scent of food cooking made me smile. What a wonderful way to recognize volunteers. The beauty was not just the decorations, but the atmosphere of love for the children who come to Camp Koala. Founded by Lisa Streett-Liebetrau , in memory of her sisters, Shelly and Heather, who died in a car accident, the tragedy and Lisa’s grief planted the seeds for Camp Koala to help grieving children in our community. There are crafts, books, toys, comfy seats, and more to give the children a feeling of home. Lisa walked over to greet me. She introduced me to Sherri Neece , and Sue Mapes , volunteers since 2017. I also chatted with Chris Heim , who became involved when she moved back to Mifflinburg. Chris is the board secretary. I was happy to spend time with Kim Sawyer , board treasurer and camp secretary. It has been a long time. The volunteers were treated to an amazing array of food and drink: dips, sliders, two kinds of soup, pasta, chili, chips, veggies, cheese, cold cuts, condiments, cookies, and more. Wine, beer, and soft drinks, too. Board member Kim Kuba was enjoying the food and the socializing. She was thrilled when her daughter, Maria Kuba-Adair , son-in-law Brian Kuba-Adair , and granddaughter Esme arrived from State College. Mifflinburg Police Chief Jeff Hackenburg arrived and brought his big smile and fun sense of humor. I enjoyed hearing his anecdotes. It was Christkindl Market weekend and some guests at the Volunteer Party came after being there. They regaled us with tales of the fun, music, and festivities that make the Market an important part of holiday plans. Mom-daughter duo J enna and Everly Breininger were enjoying themselves throughout the afternoon. The party atmosphere was relaxed and joyful, with lots of laughter. Bucknell psychology professor Chris Boyatzis stopped in. He told me that some of his students work with the Camp Koala kids and it’s a win-win all around. Vicki Danner and Kevin Zimmerman arrived later in the afternoon. Kevin is a Camp Koala volunteer who uses his fishing expertise working with the campers. He also donates a bass fishing trip to the Camp Koala Gala Auction. It was an honor to spend time with Camp Koala volunteers, hear their stories, and to celebrate them. Their work with grieving children is a shining example of from-the-heart volunteerism. Thank you all. And thank you Lisa Streett-Liebetrau for turning your grief into a program to help children dealing with their grief. I am honored to have been included in this beautiful afternoon. I wish all of you, my dear readers, a happy, healthy, beautiful 2025. It is a joy to be On the Scene for events throughout our Valley. See you next year. Look for Freddi Carlip, of Lewisburg, at coming “scenes.” She can be reached by e-mail at onthescenefsc@gmail.com

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