On Nov. 3, 2024, the Facebook page SpaceX Fanclub posted a meme claiming musician Kid Rock refused to let fellow music artist Jennifer Lopez onstage during a concert performance due to her endorsement of Kamala Harris for president in the 2024 U.S. election. The meme contained a caption, which read: "Kid Rock Refuses to Let Jennifer Lopez On Stage, Gets Her Thrown Out of Concert After Her Big Endorsement." (SpaceX Fanclub/Facebook)Variations of the rumor spread to other Facebook accounts, including We Are Patriots, that same day. Meanwhile, on the We Are Patriots post, one social media user wrote: "Jennifer Lopez is a Communist." In the past, Lopez and Kid Rock have shared a stage (alongside rapper Ja Rule) when they performed for the troops at Ramstein Air Base in southwestern Germany in 2001.

The outcome of the upcoming US Presidential election holds significant implications for employment-based immigration, particularly concerning H-1B visas, highlighted a report by the JM Financial.The report noted that if Donald Trump were to regain power, his administration's previous restrictive policies could resurface, potentially leading to increased scrutiny and denial rates for H-1B and L-1 visas.During his first term, initial denial rates for H-1B visas surged from 4 per cent to 17 per cent, while L-1 visa denials rose from 12 per cent to 28 per cent. This trend could re-emerge, impacting IT services firms that heavily rely on these visas.The report said "In his first term, Trump, through his executive order E.O.13788 "Buy American and Hire American", increased restrictions on H-1B visas". (Join our ETNRI WhatsApp channel for all the latest updates)However, the landscape has changed since Trump's first term. Current analyses indicate that H-1B wages are already 25-35 per cent above prevailing wages, making claims of wage suppression difficult to substantiate.The report outlined that "we believe Trump's Presidency, while headline negative, will have limited impact on India IT Services players. Harris Presidency, on the other hand, will largely be status quo, in our view".The evolving legislative landscape, including bipartisan bills aimed at reforming the immigration process, could also play a role in shaping the future of high-skilled immigration in the US.

Categories this year include a Business Resilience and Growth Award to recognise businesses which, despite the soaring costs of doing business, have reinvented their offering to go from strength-to-strength. Once again, leading accountancy firm Albert Goodman is the main sponsor, with the awards culminating in a gala final on March 28 next year. David Crew, Managing Director of Somerset Chamber of Commerce, said: “There are 14 categories which cover all sectors and sizes of businesses and charities. Taking part is a great way to raise your profile, engage your staff and celebrate your achievements.”Mike Cahill, a Partner at Albert Goodman, added: “The Somerset Business Awards offer a fantastic platform to showcase what makes your business truly exceptional. The Somerset Business Awards 2025 media sponsors are Newsquest and the Somerset County Gazette Series and Global.

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The election is expected to be decided by razor-thin margins, and the results may not be known for days. However, those who want to follow along in the UK as the results begin to trickle in have plenty of options. Where to watch US election results in the UKBBC One - BBC US Election, 10.40pmCaitriona Perry and Sumi Somaskanda will present coverage of the US presidential election with Christian Fraser explaining each key result, plus Katty Kay will be providing expert analysis in the studio. “Plus, expert guests including US governors, members of Congress, campaign officials and political strategists.”ITV1 - Harris V Trump: The Results, 10.45pmOver on ITV, Tom Bradby will present coverage of the much-anticipated US election results. There will also be in-depth analysis from experts as results from America’s key states come in, according to the Radio Times synopsis.

County Behavioral Wellness Offers Tips to Stay Calm and FocusedAs Election Day approaches, many community members may find themselves feeling heightened anxiety, tension, or stress. The Santa Barbara County Department of Behavioral Wellness understands that election cycles can bring out a wide range of emotions. It’s normal to feel a sense of overwhelm during this period, but there are ways to manage election-related stress to maintain mental well-being. Coping Tips for Election Stress:Limit Media Exposure: Consider setting specific times to check election news and avoid constant exposure to media, which can amplify stress. Behavioral Wellness encourages community members to reach out for help if needed by calling our 24/7 toll free Crisis Response and Services Access Line at 888-868-1649.

Ruben Amorim must do what Erik ten Hag couldn't and get Marcus Rashford and Bruno Fernandes firing again at Manchester United, urges Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink. "I think I expect more from Rashford and from Bruno Fernandes at Manchester United. I'm expecting more from Marcus Rashford because I know Rashford can do much more," Hasselbaink told Lucky Block. "Marcus Rashford is an exceptional player we just haven't seen enough of it and I also think that he is the type of player that should be a leader within the Manchester United team." Amorim's first match in charge will be against Ipswich Town on Sunday, November 24, providing him with an opportunity to make a strong start in the Premier League.

Japan's top national security official said he conveyed "serious concerns" to China's foreign minister over North Korea's deepening ties with Russia after the pair held talks in Beijing. The United States and its allies say they believe up to 10,000 North Korean troops are on the brink of entering combat in Ukraine from Russia's side. On Monday, Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted the North Korean foreign minister, who has previously said the country will stand by Russia until its "victory" in Ukraine. China considers Russia and North Korea its close partners. Relations between Japan and China have worsened as Beijing builds up its military capacity in the region, and as Japan boosts security ties with the United States and its allies.

A Co Down pub has been selected by The Times as one of the best pub stays in the UK, the only Northern Irish pub to make the list. The Rostrevor Inn in Rostrevor was named 16th in the paper’s best 23 Cosy Pubs for Autumn list. The pub boasts an award-winning bistro, and Crawfords, a traditional bar named after the family who ran the pub from 1854. Rostrevor Inn, NewryA spokesperson for the pub said: "All at the Rostrevor Inn are thrilled that we have been selected by the Times as one of the best pub stays across the UK in their list of 23 cosy pubs for autumn, the only one in Northern Ireland to be included. “An Irish speaking evening is held monthly in Crawfords,” a spokesperson of the Rostrevor Inn said.

Despite achieving outstanding progress, such as the creation of a new global biodiversity fund and greater inclusion of indigenous communities, the summit has also left pending important challenges for the coming years. Inclusion of indigenous communities and funds for genetic resourcesOne of the most notable achievements of COP16 has been the formal recognition of indigenous communities within the UN's biodiversity decision-making process. In addition, the “Cali” fund has been created to share the benefits derived from the commercial use of genetic resources. It is estimated that this fund could generate billions for biodiversity conservation, with the proceeds going, in part, to indigenous communities and developing countries. Funding commitments set out in the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, which include a goal of raising $200 billion annually for biodiversity protection, have not been met.

(Alamy/PA)A strike at The New York Times could affect its US election converge and staff want you to stop playing Wordle and Connections to help them. It has since remained an important mainstay of The New York Times website and seems to have paved the way for more puzzle games, such as Connections and Strands. In addition, it has asked regular readers to ‘honour the digital picket line’ and not engage with Wordle or any of The New York Times’ games. Voting has already begun and without its tech staff, The New York Times’ coverage of the most important event of the year will be badly affected. (New York Times Tech Guild)Email gamecentral@metro.co.uk, leave a comment below, follow us on Twitter, and sign-up to our newsletter.

Fabiana Lacerca-AllenChief Compliance Officer , CiplaM. Fabiana Lacerca-Allen has over 30 years of experience in legal and compliance roles, working for leading American companies such as Aimmune, Elan, Mylan, Bristol-Myers Squibb Company, Microsoft, Merck, and AT&T. She has extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry in leadership roles in charge of legal and compliance teams. Fabiana has established policies and oversight on key areas of compliance affecting international markets, and she has been able to positively impact the perception of compliance, creating compliance training programs and relevant standard operating procedures and has been involved in validating and aiding due diligence in the compliance industry, frequently being requested as speaker and participant in forums. Ms. Lacerca-Allen was invited to join the Gioja Research Institute while she was a student researching on environmental law. Today, Aimmune is working to fulfill the 2011 shared vision of developing a peanut allergy treatment and making it available to allergists for patients worldwide.

Britain’s Conservative Party made history last weekend, becoming the country’s first major party to elect a Black woman as leader. And yet this milestone was reached not by a party of the progressive center-left but by Britain’s oldest and most traditional conservative political force. After all, the Conservatives have broken glass ceilings before, picking all three of Britain’s female prime ministers, as well as its first leader who wasn’t white, Rishi Sunak. Now 44, Ms. Badenoch was born in London and raised in Nigeria, returning to Britain when she was 16. In her first parliamentary speech, in 2017, she declared, “To all intents and purposes, I am a first-generation immigrant.”

The trend for building beautiful arcades so shoppers could stay dry and sheltered began in the early 1800s in Paris. Here are our favourites, along with some lovely places to stay nearby. Details B&B doubles from £170AdvertisementMorgan Arcade, CardiffThe Morgan Aracade in Cardiff is the city’s best-looking NAOMI LLEWELLYNCardiff has more Edwardian and Victorian arcades than any other city. Details B&B doubles from £95The Argyll Arcade, GlasgowThe 19th-century Argyll Arcade was the site of one of the UK’s first tearooms ALAMYThis elegant Victorian arcade dates back to the 1820s and has a beautiful cast-iron hammerbeam roof. Details B&B doubles from £200Have we missed your favourite shopping arcade?

More infoRuben Amorim’s bottom line for this season is to ensure Manchester United qualify for Europe via any tactical means necessary, says Dimitar Berbatov. They are six points off fifth, the guaranteed automatic Europa League qualification spot, but can finish lower and still qualify for Europe. Should the winners of the FA Cup and League Cup finish in a Champions League place, the respective prizes of Europa League and Europa Conference League qualification get passed down to the next positions in the table - namely sixth and seventh. However, the former United striker is intrigued to see how the new boss will set up his team given the players he has at his disposal. “The players might not be 100% suited because they won’t be, they’re not his players, they’re not the squad he’s built.