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The scenarios for the 49ers to make the playoffs are complicated and unrealistic . What I’m asking the 49ers to do in Sunday’s game with the Bears is simple and achievable: Show some pride. This might not be a team that can compete for the championship (or even make the tournament) but that doesn’t mean anyone should roll over. This isn’t the NBA, after all. No, in the NFL, there is still plenty to play for, even if the season’s original goals have gone up in smoke. Sunday is the perfect spot for San Francisco to get right. They’re facing a Chicago team with a rookie quarterback, a head coach in his first game, and the general stench of chaos around them. Don’t get me wrong, the Bears have many admirable qualities, and they can absolutely win Sunday’s game, which should be called the MiseraBowl . But surely the Niners — for all their faults and fumbles — aren’t as bad as these guys. Right? Say what you will about the Niners (I’ve said it all by now), but at least they’re not possibly starting former Seahawk special teamer Travis Homer at running back Sunday—no, they’ll have rookie Issac Guerendo in the backfield. And while Bears fans wondered if interim head coach Thomas Brown (who was promoted to offensive coordinator 17 days prior) would fulfill his new gig from the booth, the Niners haven’t dealt with coaching-from-the-booth issues for over a year. And instead of wondering if their quarterback is “the guy” to stake the franchise, like the Bears with rookie Caleb Williams, the Niners are trying to figure out how much to pay the quarterback on whom they’ll stake the franchise. That’s totally different! But, hey, the Niners will be at home on Sunday. That has to count for something. Ok, the margins between these two teams might be tighter than initially expected, but this Niners’ season still matters. If not the quixotic quest for the playoffs, then as a testament to quality for players and coaches and a momentum starter for the 2025 season. “Just flush the things that have happened. Don’t worry about what has happened in the past,” George Kittle said this week. “Flush it, try to be your best self, and just move forward because we still have a lot of great players on this team that can all make really special plays. And all it takes is a spark to get the boys going, and then after that, we’ll see what can happen.” This is the beauty of the NFL — every game has meaning, even if neither team should have any interest in actually playing the game. And for all the conversation around the Niners tanking for a good draft pick, wouldn’t it be better to pull it together and play — for the first time all season — some solid football final weeks, making the Seahawks and Cardinals — who need a playoff berth more than the Niners — sweat until the very end, and put a dent in the notion that this team’s stock is in a tailspin? This is a what-have-you-done-for-me-lately league, after all. Lesser teams have earned more reputation from less than what is being asked of the Niners. Draft picks? That can all be sorted out in the spring. And it’s not like the Niners need to position themselves for a quarterback at the top of the first round. (We saw how that worked out last time.) No, the Niners need both quality and quantity this upcoming offseason. They’ll need to build up both lines and their defense with young and cheap players. But this team isn’t tearing things down to the foundation—this isn’t a full-on rebuild. No, call it a restructuring. It’s one part a penance for trying to run back the same team that went to the Super Bowl in 2023, another, the natural autophagy of a football team. It’s a crucial offseason, no doubt, and wouldn’t it be better if the Niners entered it with a reason to believe they are still a team to beat in the NFC? The Niners built a stars-and-scrubs roster and were decimated by bad injuries to those stars. They played with fire and were burned. After a season as disappointing as this one, the Niners have to prove that their window of contention for that long-sought sixth Lombardi Trophy is still open. That this team isn’t done, even if this season is. Beating the Bears won’t reverse this campaign’s trend or give the Niners a leg up in 2025, but losing to Chicago certainly wouldn’t help the cause. Whatever lie the 49ers need to tell themselves to get up for this game needs to be said. The Niners’ best might not be all that great anymore, but it’s time for that best to show itself. Great players and teams are self-motivated, after all. Consider this the 2025 preseason, folks. What the Niners do on Sunday and in the final four games of the season will give us a great hint as to what we can expect next year.Wavering supporters of assisted dying bill ‘are not certain to vote it into law’

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TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL), a joint venture of Tata Power and the Government of Odisha, has been honoured with the prestigious Kalinga Safety Excellence Award – Silver Category at the 15 th National Safety Conclave 2024. This esteemed event, organized by the Institute of Quality and Environment Management Services (IQEMS), celebrates exceptional contributions to workplace safety and innovation. The award ceremony was graced by the Deputy Chief Minister of Odisha, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, who presented the accolade to the TPCODL team. Reflecting on this achievement, Arvind Singh, CEO of TPCODL, stated, “This recognition highlights our steadfast commitment to a safe and healthy workplace. Leveraging digital tools and fostering a culture of ‘Zero Harm’ has been pivotal in achieving operational excellence. We dedicate this recognition to our employees and stakeholders, whose relentless dedication to safety inspires us every day.” The National Safety Conclave 2024 emphasized transformative strategies to enhance workplace safety, with a key highlight being the session on “Vision Zero Harm: Adopting Digital Technology in Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Management.” The session focused on leveraging advanced digital tools to reduce risks and drive continuous improvement in safety standards.None

TOPEKA — On Nov. 19, a Republican-led interim committee of the Kansas Legislature and out-of-state deregulation lobbyists endorsed the introduction of a new bill allowing exemption of businesses from state laws, rules or regulations hindering delivery of products or services. Under the proposal, Kansas would follow Arizona, Kentucky, Utah and Missouri by creating an innovation “sandbox” for businesses across the spectrum to operate for two or more years under a lighter regulatory framework. A state agency or official would be responsible for approving applications for exemptions. Core objectives would include giving businesses more maneuvering space, attracting entrepreneurial investment and identifying regulatory barriers to profitability. “A sandbox invites the business community to the table to highlight troublesome rules and regulations, prove they’re not working as intended and, as a result, the state is better welcoming to the innovations of tomorrow,” said Rees Empey of the Utah libertarian think tank Libertas Institute. “It’s a living and breathing approach to regulatory reform that possesses safeguards to protect consumers and the environment.” Americans for Prosperity policy analyst James Czerniawski, who previously worked for Libertas Institute, said government regulations often forced businesses to fit a square peg in a round hole. “Many regulations that are currently on the books were designed decades ago, and do not necessarily account for the new and emerging industries,” he told legislators. “It is fair to ask how many companies are crushed before they even get off the ground because regulations got in the way.” Only advocates of bringing the sandbox model to Kansas offered testimony to the interim committee. During the 2024 legislative session, however, the Kansas Sierra Club and Kansas State Board of Healing Arts raised objections to the concept. ‘Closer to a solution’ In the 2024 session, the Republicans’ sandbox bill died in the Kansas House due to questions about justification, and ramifications of reform. Issues were raised about the constitutionality of a program supervised by the state’s attorney general. Objections were made by health care regulators and environmentalists. There were questions about unfairness of state government picking which businesses could sidestep regulations. “It didn’t go anywhere,” said Rep. Sean Tarwater, a Stilwell Republican who chairs the House commerce committee. “There was a lot of confusion around that bill. I feel like we’re getting much closer to a solution.” Tarwater embraced the interim House and Senate committee’s recommendation to revamp the stalled bill and press ahead in the 2025 session. Instead of an industry-specific approach tied to insurance, technology or banking, the legislation wouldn’t exclude any type of business from Kansas’ sandbox. It didn’t make sense to forbid certain businesses from applying, he said. Wichita Democratic Rep. John Carmichael, among members of the committee opposed to the sandbox, said it was alarming the Republican majority was intent on creating two classes of businesses — those with regulatory exemptions and those without. “Do you find anything objectionable that under this scheme some businesses are subject to regulation and others aren’t?” Carmichael said. “Is that a fair and level playing field?” Dane Ishihara, director of the Utah Office of Regulatory Relief, told legislators that Utah’s system generally required at least two business applicants to step forward and apply for an exemption. If there was a single applicant, he said, the state was likely to deny the application unless it was the only player in that piece of the state’s economy. The Kobach factor In 2024, the Kansas House considered a bill placing Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach in charge of a division of regulatory overreach in which laws, regulations or rules could be suspended up to 24 months for the benefit of select businesses. The attorney general’s division also would be responsible for identifying regulations ripe for repeal by the Legislature and governor. Rep. Rui Xu, a Westwood Democrat on the interim committee, said he saw potential in state regulatory reform. However, the idea of placing Kobach in charge would alarm his constituents. “It’s harder to say, especially in my district, that ‘Oh, Kris Kobach has an agency that’ll review and he’ll make sure it’s okay.’ That’s a hard sell for my district,” Xu said. Robert Hutchison, deputy attorney general in the civil rights division of Kobach’s office, said the GOP attorney general was supportive of the deregulation initiative. He said Kobach didn’t want responsibility for the program because it could raise conflicts of interest. The attorney general’s office currently reviews about 1,000 state regulatory changes annually and provides lawyers who serve as general counsel to as many as 30 state government entities. It would be a problem for a member of Kobach’s staff to consult with a business fighting for a waiver from a state agency while another member of the attorney general’s staff represented the targeted agency. Hutchison said legislation placing the program within the attorney general would need to include “significant firewalling” provisions. At the suggestion of Wichita GOP Sen. Renee Erickson, the interim committee agreed to seek from the attorney general a nonbinding legal opinion about constitutionality of the sandbox model. She said the opinion should end speculation about the legal framework. “We’ve done a cursory review and didn’t initially identify any constitutional issues,” Hutchison said. Under last session’s bill, an 11-person advisory council would be appointed by Republican politicians to make recommendations on exemptions. That bill required Kobach to appoint the regulatory office’s director. That individual would appoint six members with business backgrounds and three from government to the council. The Kansas House and Kansas Senate leadership would fill the other two slots, leaving no voice for Democrats. Applications would be exempt from disclosure under the Kansas Open Records Act and deliberations of the advisory council would be conducted behind closed doors beyond reach of the Kansas Open Meetings Act.New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin agreed to a record-setting eight-year, $92 million contract on Friday, according to multiple reports. Shesterkin's deal, which averages $11.5 million annually and runs through the 2032-33 season, is the largest ever for a goaltender. The previous high was an eight-year, $84 million deal ($10.5 million average) that Carey Price signed with the Montreal Canadiens in 2017. Shesterkin, who won the Vezina Trophy as the top netminder for the 2021-22 season, turned down an eight-year, $88 million offer just prior to the start of this season. He is making $5.66 million in 2023-24 in the final season of a four-year, $22.67 million contract. The Moscow native finished third in Hart Trophy (MVP) balloting during his stellar 2021-22 season in when he went 36-13-4 and led the NHL with both a 2.07 goals-against average and .935 save percentage. Shesterkin, who turns 29 on Dec. 30, has won 36 or more games in each of the past three regular seasons. But this season, he is just 8-9-1 with a personal-worst 3.05 GAA in 18 games this season. His .908 save percentage is also his worst. Overall, Shesterkin is 143-68-18 with a 2.48 GAA and .920 save percentage in 231 appearances (226 starts) over six seasons. In the postseason, he is 23-20-0 with a 2.41 GAA and .928 save percentage. Reports of the deal began circulating shortly after the Rangers traded captain Jacob Trouba to the Anaheim Ducks. That freed up money for next season as Trouba was in the sixth season of a seven-year, $56 million deal. --Field Level MediaIf Hollywood is looking for a picturesque village store that fits a folksy, friendly image of Australia, Gundary Bakers is the place to go. Subscribe now for unlimited access . Login or signup to continue reading All articles from our website & app The digital version of Today's Paper Breaking news alerts direct to your inbox Interactive Crosswords, Sudoku and Trivia All articles from the other regional websites in your area Continue With its classic awning and homely red, slate grey and white facade of wood and cast iron, it has been the place where generations have found friendliness - and pies. "Most people relate to it as the general store they came to as children for a treat, so it's got that nostalgic value," owner and manager Caity Navara said. Check out our full list of the best pies on the South Coast, below. Pictures ACM Her family bought it six years ago, and it thrives as a place for those nostalgic locals and throngs of visitors over the summer. "Our specialty pie would have to be our Mexican pie which is a beautiful mince beef pie," she said. It's a beef pie but with a bit of kick. There's a homemade chilli sauce, kidney beans, sour cream, fresh jalapenos and cheese. You might call it - though they don't - an enchilada, Australian style - the Mexican classic combined with an Australian classic. Caity Navara, owner and manager of Gundary Bakers. Picture by Gary Ramage "What's so good about it is the perfect balance of heat, but then having the nice cooling components, all within one pie," Caity Navara said. Gundary Bakers is an offshoot from Bodalla Bakery to the south. Both are owned by Caity's family and Caity's father David is the pastry cook. Bodalla Bakery in Bodalla. Picture Google Street View There's a lot of history there. Bodalla Bakery has been baking in a wood-fired oven since 1870. It's not your standard pie shop, though it does have the quaintness of look which its northern off-shoot had. It does pies, of course, but it also does fine pastries and cakes. And "pies" encompasses cherry pies! The South Coast, of course, is legendary for pies. Where to get the best pies on the South Coast And you won't get more legendary than the Heritage Bakery in Milton. Again, part of the charm is the building, built of stone in 1842. Heritage Bakery in Milton. Picture Facebook Hayden's Pies on Princes Highway, Ulladulla always gets a good rap. Legendary, even. Owners Hayden and Caroline Bridger use a lot of imagination - and a lot of local ingredients. "Our qualified chefs make our delicious butter puff pastry using butter from Pepe Saya and flour from Manildra in Nowra. "Our chef makes our pie mixes using local beef supplied by South Ulladulla meat market, chicken from St Georges Basin and all of our game meats from a small company in Canberra called Priam." And they make what some fans may fear is becoming a rarity: steak and kidney pie (with, as the bakers describe it, "diced chuck steak in rich gravy with lamb's kidney".) Caroline and Hayden Bridger of Hayden's Pies in Ulladulla. Picture by Keegan Carroll Southlands Butchery on Campbell Street, Moruya is a butcher's shop specialising in local produce but it also makes its own hot pies to take away. Its pride and joy is slow-cooked chunky steak in red wine. "They're all made here, beef slow-cooked for three-and-a-half to four hours. Local beef," one of the owners Xavier Ryan said. "It's put into locally-made pastry and baked fresh every day." This year's innovation is steak and green peppercorn, and that, Mr Ryan said, is proving very popular, too. Batemans Bay Bakehouse. Picture Google Street View In Batemans Bay itself, Batemans Bay Bakehouse gets praise on Tripadvisor. The Batehaven Bakehouse also gets a lot of recommendations, not least for its situation, looking out over the water, with a sit-in or sit-out option. Batehaven Bakehouse. Picture Google Street View Part of the Christmas routine - as part of Christmas as a tree, some might think - is the pit stop on the way to the holiday destination. It's the anticipatory start and the final goodbye to a great holiday. The Braidwood Bakery is legendary (and to be applauded for its steak and kidney pies). A local legend - the Braidwood Bakery. Picture The Braidwood Bakery. And on another, more westerly, route from Canberra, the Nimmitabel Bakery has a good reputation. The Nimmitabel Bakery, located along the Snowy Mountains Highway. Picture supplied "Our meat pies contain high-quality chunky beef which is slow cooked for 15 hours to make our pie filling tender and delicious. It's then thoroughly mixed with a variety of flavours - not just added on top," Caroline Jardine, who's been running the bakery for the past 14 years with her husband, said. How to get there If you've got your eye on a pie, click on your destination in the map below and head there for a tasty treat! Gundary Bakers 13 Campbell St, Moruya NSW 2537; 02 4474 0340. Rated 4.8 stars on Google Bodalla Bakery 66 Princes Hwy, Bodalla NSW 2545; www.bodallabakery.com.au ; 02 4473 5213. Rated 4.3 stars on Google Heritage Bakery 197-201 Princes Hwy, Milton NSW 2538; www.heritagebakery.com.au ; 02 4455 1013. Rated 4 stars on Google Hayden's Pies Shop 2/166 Princes Hwy, Ulladulla NSW 2539; haydenspies.com.au ; 0493 835 879. Rated 4.8 stars on Google Southlands Butchery Shop 5/93 Campbell St, Moruya NSW 2537; 02 4474 2670. Rated 4.3 stars on Google Batemans Bay Bakehouse 4 Orient St, Batemans Bay NSW 2536; 02 4472 3999. Rated 4.3 stars on Google Batehaven Bakehouse 2 Edward Rd, Batehaven NSW 2536; Batehaven Bakehouse Facebook ; 02 4472 6883. Rated 4.4 stars on Google The Braidwood Bakery 99 Wallace St, Braidwood NSW 2622; braidwoodbakery.com.au ; 02 4842 2541. Rated 4.3 stars on Google Nimmitabel Bakery 40 Bombala St, Nimmitabel NSW 2631; ww.nimmitabelbakery.com.au ; 02 6454 6436. Rated 4.2 stars on Google STILL HUNGRY? 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NoneAlgert Global LLC lowered its stake in shares of The Manitowoc Company, Inc. ( NYSE:MTW – Free Report ) by 17.9% during the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The fund owned 83,590 shares of the industrial products company’s stock after selling 18,190 shares during the quarter. Algert Global LLC owned about 0.24% of Manitowoc worth $804,000 at the end of the most recent quarter. Several other institutional investors have also recently added to or reduced their stakes in the stock. Victory Capital Management Inc. purchased a new position in shares of Manitowoc in the 2nd quarter valued at approximately $8,813,000. Front Street Capital Management Inc. grew its position in Manitowoc by 8.4% in the 2nd quarter. Front Street Capital Management Inc. now owns 2,806,642 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $32,361,000 after buying an additional 217,389 shares during the last quarter. Bank of Montreal Can acquired a new position in Manitowoc in the 2nd quarter valued at $2,385,000. TCW Group Inc. raised its position in Manitowoc by 65.4% during the 2nd quarter. TCW Group Inc. now owns 406,186 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $4,683,000 after buying an additional 160,601 shares during the last quarter. Finally, AQR Capital Management LLC boosted its holdings in shares of Manitowoc by 31.1% in the second quarter. AQR Capital Management LLC now owns 590,647 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $6,810,000 after acquiring an additional 140,042 shares in the last quarter. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 78.66% of the company’s stock. Manitowoc Price Performance Manitowoc stock opened at $10.63 on Friday. The company has a quick ratio of 0.60, a current ratio of 1.97 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.70. The firm’s 50-day simple moving average is $9.96 and its 200 day simple moving average is $10.63. The Manitowoc Company, Inc. has a 52 week low of $8.50 and a 52 week high of $17.65. The firm has a market capitalization of $373.40 million, a PE ratio of -39.37 and a beta of 1.84. Wall Street Analyst Weigh In MTW has been the subject of several analyst reports. The Goldman Sachs Group cut their price target on shares of Manitowoc from $13.00 to $11.30 and set a “sell” rating for the company in a report on Friday, August 9th. JPMorgan Chase & Co. increased their price objective on Manitowoc from $10.00 to $12.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a research report on Monday, October 14th. StockNews.com upgraded shares of Manitowoc from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Friday, November 1st. Barclays cut their price target on shares of Manitowoc from $12.00 to $9.00 and set an “underweight” rating for the company in a report on Friday, August 9th. Finally, Robert W. Baird decreased their price objective on shares of Manitowoc from $13.00 to $12.00 and set a “neutral” rating on the stock in a report on Friday, November 1st. Two research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating and five have given a hold rating to the company. According to MarketBeat.com, the stock has a consensus rating of “Hold” and a consensus target price of $12.47. View Our Latest Report on MTW About Manitowoc ( Free Report ) The Manitowoc Company, Inc provides engineered lifting solutions in the Americas, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, the Asia Pacific, and internationally. It designs, manufactures, and distributes crawler-mounted lattice-boom cranes under the Manitowoc brand; a line of top-slewing and self-erecting tower cranes under the Potain brand; mobile hydraulic cranes under the Grove, Shuttlelift, and National Crane brands; and hydraulic boom trucks under the National Crane brand. Further Reading Receive News & Ratings for Manitowoc Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Manitowoc and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .

If you’re new to snowboarding, you may not realize the importance of a solid pair of snowboard bindings. In reality, this piece of gear does more than just secure your boots to the snowboard. Bindings are responsible for transferring the power from your legs to the board, allowing improved control and comfort. A quality pair of bindings could last for years, so the decision to buy is a big one. For snowboard bindings that are durable, lightweight and comfortable, check out the BURTON Malavita Snowboard Bindings . Some snowboard bindings are better suited for certain riding styles. Consider how you plan to use your snowboard before settling on a specific pair of bindings. If you’re not sure, try renting some gear for a day and see how the bindings feel on the slopes. Many snowboard manufacturers include a 1 to 10 flexibility rating with their bindings. A high number indicates stiff bindings, while a low number is assigned to bindings that are particularly soft and flexible. Most snowboard bindings have straps that secure the ankle and toe sections of your boots to the board. The ankle straps keep you in a flexible yet fixed position when you lean forward onto your toes, while the toe straps keep your feet in place when you lean back. Padding is used on snowboard bindings to absorb some of the shock caused by bumpy runs. Think about your riding style when deciding how much padding you need. Mounts secure the bindings to the board. You can use mounting screws to attach the bindings and adjust the foot positioning to your preference. Just like a snowboard, snowboard bindings come in a wide variety of different colors and patterns. If you want a cohesive look, pick out bindings that match the rest of your gear. When shopping for snowboard gear online, try to purchase from well-known brands like Burton, Salomon or Rossignol. Cheap snowboard bindings from an obscure manufacturer might be tempting, but you could find yourself with an inferior product once you hit the slopes. The cost of snowboard bindings can vary depending on the brand name and the quality of the parts. Beginner and intermediate snowboarders can expect to pay around $100-$250 for a quality pair of bindings, while advanced snowboard bindings regularly exceed $300. A. Most snowboard bindings are sold in two to five size options. Look at the model’s sizing chart and compare it with your boot size to find bindings that fit you. A. Yes. Although there are women’s snowboard bindings that advertise particular design features, snowboard bindings are universal. This means you can choose any pair you want, as long as they’re the right size. BURTON Malavita Snowboard Bindings What you need to know: Despite being advertised as men’s snowboard bindings, these bindings use advanced technology to deliver quality support and performance for any rider. What you’ll love: Backed by Burton’s legendary reputation, these snowboard bindings offer an advanced level of performance, control and comfort in a stylish package. The padding has a gel to absorb extra shock, and the bindings come in five color options. What you should consider: These bindings might be too expensive for beginner and intermediate riders. Salomon Pact Snowboard Bindings What you need to know: These versatile bindings are durable and affordable enough for almost any rider. What you’ll love: A solid choice for beginners, these snowboard bindings have a rear-entry design with high-quality straps for fine adjustments. Many users note their durability and comfort during long days of riding. What you should consider: These bindings have a limited number of size options, and the mounting discs may not attach to every board type. BURTON Grom Snowboard Bindings What you need to know: Designed for kids and small snowboarders, these popular bindings have a solid construction and reasonable price tag. What you’ll love: Perfect for young riders hitting the slopes for the first time, these beginner bindings are compatible with most snowboard mounting systems and feature a single-component baseplate for consistent control and responsiveness. They’re also available in two sleek color options, black and white. What you should consider: Some users questioned the quality and longevity of the bindings’ highback. Prices listed reflect time and date of publication and are subject to change. Check out our Daily Deals for the best products at the best prices and sign up here to receive the BestReviews weekly newsletter full of shopping inspo and sales. BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. BestReviews and its newspaper partners may earn a commission if you purchase a product through one of our links.

Online Black Friday shopping shattered records in 2024, with spending up 10.2% this year compared to 2023, according to data provided by Adobe Analytics. Consumers spent a record $10.8 billion online on Friday, which is nearly double what was spent just seven years ago on Black Friday. How does Black Friday shopping compare to a typical day? Spending on toys was over seven times higher than a typical day, jewelry had over six times the spending, and electronics had more than four times the spending. RELATED STORY | Black Friday vs. Cyber Monday: When are the better deals? Adobe Analytics said popular toys helped drive a massive increase in toy spending. Top toys sold on Friday include Harry Potter LEGO sets, Wicked toys, card and board games, Disney Princess toys and dolls, and Cookeez Makery oven playset, Adobe Analytics said. “Crossing the $10 billion mark is a big e-commerce milestone for Black Friday, for a day that in the past was more anchored towards in-store shopping”, said Vivek Pandya, lead analyst, Adobe Digital Insights .“And with consumers getting more comfortable with everything from mobile shopping to chat bots, we have tailwinds that can prop up online growth for Black Friday moving forward.” Adobe Analytics expects Thanksgiving weekend spending to remain robust. An estimated $5.2 billion is expected to be spent by Americans on Saturday, and $5.6 billion is expected to be spent at online retailers on Sunday. Cyber Monday is expected to generate $13.2 billion, a 6.1% increase from last year. RELATED STORY | Best apps to manage your money as the holiday shopping season ramps up The National Retail Federation expects that 200 million Americans will shop this weekend, nearly 4 million more than a year ago. Online shopping is projected to generate more revenue than in-person. “The five-day period between Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday represents some of the busiest shopping days of the year and reflects the continued resilience of consumers and strength of the economy,” said NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay. “Shoppers exceeded our expectations with a robust turnout. Retailers large and small were prepared to deliver safe, convenient and affordable shopping experiences with the products and services consumers needed, and at great prices.”Liverpool star fires warning to teammates ahead of Southampton game - 90min UK