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Ireland's chances of an unprecedented third successive Six Nations title are hindered by fly-half options that are "a distance away from being Grand Slam winning playmakers" Irish rugby great Hugo MacNeill told AFP.

DR Congo's President Felix Tshisekedi insisted Wednesday that his troops were mounting a "vigorous" military response as Rwanda-backed fighters advanced in the east of the country.

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The global success of Brazilian movie "I'm Still Here" -- riding high after three Oscars nominations -- has set off a national fervor usually reserved for Carnaval or the football World Cup.

Just two weeks ago, Cubans celebrated the anticipated release of jailed protesters in a deal struck under US then-president Joe Biden. Now hope is waning for hundreds still behind bars after Donald Trump scrapped the agreement.

Bitcoin enthusiasts seeking to turn a mountain town in El Salvador into a cryptocurrency haven hope that US President Donald Trump's return to the White House will boost their cause.

Fabien Galthie's in-form France start this year's Six Nations by hosting struggling Wales on Friday with the head coach fully aware of the challenge of winning the title.

Tesla reported lower than expected profits Wednesday but confirmed key 2025 benchmarks, saying it will return to sales volume growth and move forward with fully autonomous driving.

BANGKOK, THAILAND / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / The ABC Conclave Bangkok '24, one of the most anticipated Web3 and AI summits, concluded with resounding success, bringing together visionaries, industry leaders, and global pioneers to shape the future of decentralized technologies. Held on 11- 12, Nov, '24, at Southeast Asia's new world-class Entertainment Venue Emsphere - UOB LIVE, Bangkok, Supported by the Digital Economy Promotion Agency (DEPA), Associated with the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), and hosted by AlphablockZ, the conclave showcased cutting-edge discussions, groundbreaking innovations, and strategic collaborations in AI, Web3, and Gaming.

SANTA ANA, CA / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / Infinity Bancorp (OTCQB:INFT) (the "Company" or "Bancorp"), the holding company for Infinity Bank (the "Bank"), today announced the approval of a quarterly cash dividend by its Board of Directors. The Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.07 per common share, payable February 28, 2025 to shareholders of record on February 14, 2025.

NEW HAVEN, CT / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / Madam Nselaa Ward, J.D.-renowned scholar, legal strategist, and civil rights leader-will deliver a historic address at Yale University on Black Solidarity, Reproductive Justice, and the broader political intersections between DEI rollbacks, anti-LGBTQ+ policies, and post-Roe restrictions.

NEW HAVEN, CT / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / As the U.S. sees an alarming rollback of funding, resources, and support for Black businesses, Madam Nselaa Ward, J.D. is creating a financial Underground Railroad-an internal network dedicated to funding and elevating Black entrepreneurs. Through the Madam Nselaa Ward, J.D. Black Business Pitch Competition at Yale University, held in collaboration with Yale's Black Solidarity Conference on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at the Yale Afro-American Cultural Center, Black entrepreneurs will receive cash prizes, mentorship, and access to a private network of investors, business leaders, and wealth-building strategists committed to closing the racial wealth gap.

OVERLAND PARK, KS / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / Tortoise Capital today announced that EnLink Midstream, LLC (NYSE:ENLC) will be removed from the Tortoise MLP Index® (TMLP), the Tortoise North American Pipeline IndexSM (TNAP), and the Tortoise Decarbonization Infrastructure IndexSM (DCRBN) as a result of its announced acquisition by ONEOK Inc. As a result, ENLC will be removed from the indices at market open on Jan. 31, 2025.

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VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / Onco-Innovations Limited (CSE:ONCO)(Frankfurt:W1H, WKN: A3EKSZ) ("Onco" or the "Company") is pleased to provide information on its licensed technology of a new class of PNKP (Polynucleotide Kinase 3'-Phosphatase) inhibitors (the "Technology") which has demonstrated, in a study[1], the ability to enhance the efficacy of cancer killing inhibitors, known as topoisomerase I poisons, in certain cancer treatments. By enhancing cancer cells' sensitivity to topoisomerase I poisons, this breakthrough technology shows the potential, through further research and development, to one day improve patient outcomes across certain cancers by making chemotherapy more effective while also directly inhibiting cancer cells' ability to repair their own DNA. This innovation holds the potential to become a promising and important part of the expanding global cancer therapy market.[2]

POUGHKEEPSIE, NY / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / Rhinebeck Bancorp, Inc. (the "Company") (NASDAQ:RBKB), the holding company of Rhinebeck Bank (the "Bank"), reported a net loss for the fourth quarter of 2024 of $2.7 million, compared to net income of $930,000 for the fourth quarter of 2023. Diluted loss per share was $0.25 for the fourth quarter of 2024, compared to diluted earnings per share of $0.09 for the same quarter of 2023. Net loss for the year ended December 31, 2024 totaled $8.6 million, compared to net income of $4.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. Diluted loss per share was $0.80 for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to diluted earnings per share of $0.40 for the year ended December 31, 2023. The results for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2024 reflect $4.0 million and $16.0 million of loss on sale of securities from the previously disclosed balance sheet restructurings, respectively.

NEW HAVEN, CT / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / Leadership and conflict resolution expert Dr. Kevin Neal, founder of Building Bridges 2 Better, LLC, has been invited to Yale University to deliver a powerful talk on Black solidarity, conflict resolution, and leadership in an increasingly divided America.

CAROL STREAM, IL / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / The Fresh Factory B.C. Ltd. (TSXV:FRSH)(FRA:Q4Z) ("The Fresh Factory" or the "Company"), a mission-driven company for fresh, clean-label, and better-for-you food and beverage brands, is pleased to announce the appointment of Tim Doelman to its Board of Directors, effective January 29, 2025. Tim will succeed Besar Xhelili, who is departing from the Board effective January 29, 2025. Mr. Xhelili will continue to serve as an advisor to the Company.

NEW HAVEN, CT / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / Renowned mental health expert and holistic wellness strategist Dr. Moirar Leveille has been invited to Yale University to deliver a critical talk on the growing mental health crisis affecting Black students as they navigate increasing political and social pressures. At a time when anxiety, stress, and even suicidal thoughts are on the rise, Leveille will provide strategies for resilience, empowerment, and healing to equip students with the tools needed to protect their well-being.

NEW HAVEN, CT / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / Women's empowerment and economic resilience speaker Rocky Toro, known as Rocky Speaks, has been invited to Yale University to deliver a critical talk on Black solidarity and the future of Black economic power. Amid growing political and economic challenges in diversity, Toro's talk, titled "The New Black Wall Street," will examine how Black communities can reclaim financial strength and independence in an era of shifting policies and economic uncertainty.

NEW HAVEN, CT / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / International keynote speaker, bestselling author and leadership expert Christopher C. Hampton has been invited to deliver a talk at Yale University's largest undergraduate conference focused on Black solidarity, a premier gathering that attracts more than 1,000 students from across the country.

TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / Wolfden Resources Corporation (TSXV:WLF) ("Wolfden"or the"Company")is pleased to announce that it has closed the sale of a 3,770 acre parcel (the "Severed Land") from its 6,862 acre timberland property in Maine for gross proceeds of $2.1 million (US$1.5 million) as per its announcement of January 20, 2025. The Severed Land is situated north of its wholly owned Pickett Project where Wolfden has retained 3,082 acres (the "Retained Land") that is host to a high grade polymetallic critical mineral deposit along with all mineral resources and known exploration upside.

NEW HAVEN, CT / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / Angeline, CEO of AMP-G LLC and known as "Your Business Archangel," has been invited to Yale University to deliver a critical talk on The New Black Wall Street, exploring how Black professionals, business leaders, and entrepreneurs can navigate modern wealth disparities and multigenerational workplace challenges to build a stronger economic future.

INDIANAPOLIS, IN / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / Noble Roman's, Inc. (OTCQB:NROM), the Indianapolis based franchisor and licensor of Noble Roman's Pizza and Noble Roman's Craft Pizza & Pub, announced today that the company and Corbel Capital Partners had entered into an agreement to extend the company's senior lending facility by 60 days to April 7, 2025. Both parties recognize it is in the best interest of all equity stakeholders to secure the best possible terms for the financial restructuring of the company, including the repayment of the Corbel loan and the subordinated debt as well as for other company purposes. The company continues to remain in close conversation with interested parties and remains optimistic that such terms are obtainable within the extended timeframe.

NEW HAVEN, CT / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / Leadership expert and business strategist Dana Cox has been invited to Yale University to speak at the First Annual Black Business Pitch Competition, where she will address the impact of shrinking DEI funding, economic challenges, and restricted access to capital for Black entrepreneurs.

NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / INNODATA INC. (Nasdaq:INOD) today announced that it will report Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2024 results after the market closes on Thursday, February 20, 2025. A news release will be available in both the News and Investor Relations sections of the Innodata website, www.innodata.com.

LATROBE, PA / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / Commercial National Financial Corporation (OTCQX:CNAF) (Company), parent Company of Commercial Bank & Trust of PA, has reported results for the quarter ended December 31, 2024. The Company earned $636,000 (or $0.22 per average share outstanding) in the fourth quarter 2024 compared to $479,000 (or $0.17 per average share outstanding) in the fourth quarter of 2023. The Company earned $1,841,000 (or $0.64 per average share outstanding) for the twelve-month period ended December 31, 2024 and $3,047,000 (or $1.07 per average share outstanding) for the twelve-month period ended December 31, 2023.

TRUE BLUE, GRENADA AND NEW ORLEANS, LA / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / St. George's University and Dillard University have expanded their admissions partnership that grants qualified Dillard students early assurance and expedited entry into the St. George's University School of Medicine and School of Veterinary Medicine to include a new Master of Public Health pathway and 4+4 MD and DVM pathway.

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / Cedar Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE:CDRpB)(NYSE:CDRpC) (the "Company") announced today that its Board of Directors declared the payment of a cash dividend of $0.453125 per share on the Company's 7.25% Series B Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock, payable on February 20, 2025 to shareholders of record as of the close of business on February 10, 2025.

IRVINE, CA / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / PRO-DEX, INC. (NasdaqCM:PDEX) today announced financial results for its fiscal 2025 second quarter ended December 31, 2024. The Company also filed its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025 with the Securities and Exchange Commission today.

PLANO, TX / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / Universal EV Chargers, a division of Universal Green Group and a pioneer in the electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure industry, is at the forefront of creating a cleaner, greener future. Together with its advanced technology, operational agility and business scalability - backed by strategic partnerships with leading automotive manufacturers and OEMs - Universal EV Chargers is enabling an electric future and helping accelerate the growth of EV adoption across the U.S.

2024 Fourth Quarter Financial Highlights:Net income was $539,000 compared to $959,000 for the third quarter of 2024.Results include a pre-tax loss on sale of securities of $944,000, or $0.20 per share on an after-tax basis.Deposits increased $23.9 million, or 4.2%, from the third quarter of 2024. Annual deposit growth of 11.4%.Loans receivable increased $1.4 million, or 0.3%, from the third quarter of 2024. Annual loan growth of 5.6%.Net interest margin increased 36 basis points ("bps") to 3.74% from 3.38% during the third quarter of 2024.Total cost of deposits decreased 26 bps to 1.67% from 1.93% for the third quarter of 2024.The Bank had no nonperforming assets during the fourth quarter of 2024.Capital ratios remained well above regulatory requirements.Recognized as one of the top-performing companies on the OTCQX Best 50 list.