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Online programs at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) continue to rate highly nationwide, earning distinction in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Online Programs Rankings for 2021. USM’s online bachelor’s degree in business received an impressive No. 39 national ranking – and No. 1 in Mississippi - as part of a debut category in the U.S. News rankings. At the beginning of the fall 2020 semester, 280 students were enrolled in USM’s online bachelor’s in business program. “It is rewarding to consider that our program was ranked as a top-40 program the first year that the U.S. News & World Report ranked online bachelor’s in business programs,” said Dr. Bret Becton, Dean of USM’s College of Business and Economic Development. “We provide our students with an affordable and challenging online business education that is among the best in the country.” U.S. News noted that baccalaureate-level rankings in business and psychology were added this year because those are two of the most po[CENSORED]r undergraduate degrees offered to distance learners. Other notable USM rankings include: Online bachelor’s degree programs ranked No. 75 nationwide, first among Mississippi institutions. Online bachelor’s degree program for veterans ranked No. 50 nationwide, first among Mississippi institutions. Online master’s degree in business administration ranked No. 94 nationwide. The newest ranking marks a significant leap for USM’s bachelor’s degree programs, which rose from No. 93 last year to No. 75 in 2021. Dr. Amy Chasteen, USM’s Executive Vice Provost, points out that these accolades are the result of faculty engagement and extensive efforts to design strong programs. “Our faculty work hard to create exceptional educational opportunities for our distance learners,” said Chasteen. “New online students from around the nation and world are given the opportunity to earn an affordable, reputable degree through Southern Miss, and we are proud to meet the growing demand for quality online degree programs.” In establishing the 2021 rankings, U.S. News chose factors that weigh how these programs are being delivered and their effectiveness at awarding affordable degrees in a reasonable amount of time. More than 350 college and universities are included in the 2021 rankings. A total of 1,641 programs were assessed – an all-time high. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has forced college and universities nationwide to strategically reshape much of their academic learning formats. Online courses are no longer just an option for many students – they have become a requirement. Many undergraduate and graduate programs are shifting to a fully or partially online format for fall semester classes to prevent the spread of the coronavirus among students, faculty and staff. At the beginning of the fall 2020 semester, USM had 2,887 students enrolled in online programs. Dr. Tom Hutchinson, Dean of Online Learning and Enrollment, emphasizes that the latest U.S. News rankings validate the ongoing commitment the University has made in providing online programs that meet students’ expectations. “I am proud of the success of our online programs efforts to meet the needs of our students. Faculty at Southern Miss constantly strive to improve our courses through our partnership with Quality Matters,” said Hutchinson. “This recognition from U.S. News is a testament to the high standards of our programs, hard work of our faculty and staff, and continued quality of programs we offer.”

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For many enthusiasts, American car racing is the absolute dream in terms of atmosphere, roaring engines, through a completely uninhibited approach to the subject. The biggest brands sponsor the series, the drivers play the game with the public, who can approach them and even touch their cars in paddocks that sometimes take on the appearance of a fun fair. La bamboche also takes place in the Infield , this large green and tree-lined square generally located within the track, where fans set up their motorhomes and tents for a weekend. It was then, hot-dog and beer in hand, that they remade the world by observing the racing cars which pass before their eyes day and night, including on the Daytona International Speedway , a stone's throw from the most beautiful beaches of Florida. Shared pleasure This is also what professional pilots engaged in Nascar, Indycar or IMSA like : feeling close to their fans, evolving in a friendly environment and driving machines that are sometimes a little rough from a technological point of view, but whose performance, noise and smell continue to give sacred sensations. However, what is happening at the global level, the pandemic but also the galloping electrification of our cars, could reshuffle the cards of a system which remains solid from a marketing point of view, but whose backward character technology is starting to put off investors. There is no shortage of examples of transformation around the world: Formula 1, which became hybrid in 2014, the rally which will become hybrid in 2024, 100% electric Formula E or the E-TCR championship, all the major categories are electrified. . Until now the United States acted as a Gallic Village, but the lines are starting to shift. IMSA in the lead Today, the IMSA has several categories, the first of which, the DPi, is made up of prototypes powered by V8 engines. No cutting-edge technology, just big American blocks doing the job. Tomorrow, the championship will have a new hybrid category called LMDh , which will be jointly regulated with the FIA-WEC world championship, managed by the ACO, which is also involved in the technical development of the project. Chassis and hybrid systems will be common, then each manufacturer hired will add their science, according to technical regulations designed to reduce costs. As a result, the formula becomes attractive, and several car brands have already confirmed their commitment. From 2023, the LMDhs will allow them to race both in IMSA and WEC, and therefore at the 24 Hours of Le Mans . It is partly for this reason that we find this weekend 16 French - a record - on the starting line of Daytona. Because to be present in the series in 2023, and have a chance to race at Le Mans - the dream of almost all professional drivers - you have to position yourself right away. A challenge that also includes former F1 drivers, such as Kevin Magnussen or Robert Kubica, who are making their debut in Endurance. The IMSA, which benefits from the presence of 18 car manufacturers - another record - is therefore becoming a springboard for World Endurance and another means of accessing the very exclusive Sarthois double clock towers. Moreover - and it is quite a symbol - it is Pierre Fillon, the president of the ACO, who will give the start of the 24 Hours of Daytona this year. America puts its finger in the socket By going hybrid, IMSA will be the first electrified championship in North America. As in WEC, the cars are fitted with Michelin tires, which has also been the main sponsor of American Endurance racing since 2019. “In the United States, Endurance is the ideal vehicle for promoting motorsport more in tune with current societal expectations, ”says Tony Ménard, Michelin Motorsport Director for North America. “This high-tech aspect fits perfectly with a premium tire brand like ours, and perfectly meets the expectations of car manufacturers. The environmental notion is more and more important, and having hybrid cars helps them in their communication. All this, but also the prospects of being able to race on both sides of the Atlantic with the same car, boosts all the players in the discipline and shows its dynamism. " Note that the French manufacturer is already very involved in World Endurance, since it equips not only all of the cars entered in IMSA (its first program with more than 100 cars), but also most of the cars. WEC cars, and will be the sole manufacturer of the LMDh category in LMP1. IMSA and WEC, “the place to be” for professional pilots? This is what is taking shape for the next few years with, as a highlight, the arrival of a large number of manufacturers in this hybrid category, and the eagerly awaited battle between Peugeot and the rest of the world during the 24 Hours. du Mans 2023. By then, some great battles will have taken place, in the United States or elsewhere.

One can experience stomach ache due to various reasons such as constipation, diarrhea, acid reflux, lactose intolerance, stress, gas and bloating. While there are many ways to treat the same, nutritionist and lifestyle educator Karishma Chawla shares how one can manage different types of stomach aches with the help of home remedies. Read on to know. Constipation Constipation is caused by lack of dietary fibre, indulgence in processed foods, dehydration, too much dairy, medication, lack of exercise or movement, ignoring the urge to defecate, and stress. Chronic constipation can lead to gas production, stomach bloating, and ache. Dietary interventions include consuming whole grains such as dalia, red rice poha, rajgira and legumes; fruits and vegetables rich in fibre like dark green leafy vegetables, pear and papaya; drinking plenty of water and other fluids — like starting the day with lemon water and consuming vegetable smoothies. Lifestyle measures include slowing down the morning ritual, having a routine, a set wake-up and sleep time along with yoga and stretches. Avoid refined, deep-fried, and high sugar foods. One can experiment with black salt which may help to relieve gas and bloating and aid digestion. Garlic helps to relieve gas, constipation and treat the infection. t can be caused by a viral infection, drugs, food allergies, and food sensitivities to name a few. Management of diarrhea includes fluid balance with coconut water, buttermilk, salted rice kanji, or lemon, sugar, salt beverage. Lactose intolerance Individuals with lactose intolerance usually lack the enzyme lactase to digest the lactose in milk leading to stomach cramps and diarrhea. Avoiding milk is beneficial. One can substitute regular milk with almond or coconut milk. Gas and bloating It can be a result of food sensitivities, constipation, or indigestion leading to abdominal pain. This can be managed by dropping food irritants that cause gas, eating a diet high in fibre, adequate water, and chewing food properly. One can also experiment with herbs such as turmeric that help to break down food and absorb nutrients. Acid reflux It is caused by low stomach acid, magnesium deficiency, certain foods, hiatus hernia, and eating food too quickly. For relief, avoid citrus foods, alcohol, and spicy foods. Practice mindful eating by chewing every mouthful 20-30 times. One can also have aloe vera juice in the morning and fennel and black cumin water before meals to secrete stomach acid. Stress It can cause low stomach acid, which can lead to heartburn, acid reflux, burping, bloating, gas, and even nausea after eating. Home remedies include a glass of warm water and fresh lemon or lime. Squeeze a tablespoon of lemon juice in water and drink before consuming anything else. One can also add 1 tablespoon of raw apple cider vinegar to an eight-ounce glass of warm water and drink it about 15-30 minutes before a meal. One can also drink this after meals if you experience heartburn.

Prime Minister Imran Khan on Sunday took to Twitter to share "more good news" on the country's economic situation and inflation. The prime minister took to Twitter to announce that Consumer Price Index (CPI) and core inflation had decreased to when it initially was when the PTI had formed its government in 2018. PM Imran Khan said that he had told his economic team to "stay vigiltan and ensure that inflation stays under control". 'Well done': PM Imran Khan gives exporters a pat on the back Earlier this month, the prime minister had appreciated Pakistani exporters for their role in increasing the country's exports. Taking to Twitter, the prime minister — pleased at the performance of Pakistan's exports for the month of December 2020 — had revealed that the country's exports had registered a growth of 18% over the previous year. "Well done & keep up this trend. A major pillar of our govt's economic policy is export enhancement & we will provide full support to promote export culture," he had tweeted.

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Now we are starting to learn a little more about what Renault is preparing for the years to come, when the long-awaited conference announcing the new strategy of the diamond brand, called “ Renaulution ”, has just taken place. During this speech, the new boss of the firm, Luca de Meo, announced his future plans for the former management of course, but also for Alpine, Dacia and Lada , which should benefit from new positioning more distinct from each other, as is already the case within the PSA group. But if we were already expecting most of the announcements made by the former CEO of Seat, the latter nevertheless gave us a little surprise, by revealing a completely new model, which will take the form of a 100% city car. electric . If the rumors were already rife on the arrival of such a car, paying tribute to the legendary Renault 5, we finally have confirmation, while the first images have just been unveiled. The city car, which takes the form of a concept car called Renault 5 Prototype, therefore sports bold lines, reminiscent of the star of the 70s and 80s. But the most observant will notice that it is from another less known version the general public that this newcomer to the range is inspired by, which in fact takes up some features of the R5 Turbo PPG Pace Car, produced in 1981 for the IndyCar championship by Renault-AMC.

Bernie Sanders’ Inauguration Day meme has not only become very po[CENSORED]r, but it has also helped charities raise money. Soon after the Vermont senator’s picture — sitting on a folding chair at the Capitol, wearing a jacket and mittens–went viral, his campaign team came up with the “Chairman Sanders” sweatshirt, followed by other merchandise, featuri ng the picture. The proceeds from the sales were to go to charities in Vermont. The senator’s office recently announced that the merchandise had raised almost $1.8 million (Rs 13,12,93,800) that Sanders and his wife Jane said would go to their home state charities including local Meals on Wheels group, local senior centers, the Vermont Parent Child Network and others. Sanders was quoted as saying in a statement, “We’re glad we can use my internet fame to help Vermonters in need. But even this amount of money is no substitute for action by Congress, and I will be doing everything I can in Washington to make sure working people in Vermont and across the country get the relief they need in the middle of the worst crisis we’ve faced since the Great Depression.”

Kourtney Kardashian is dating Travis Barker and has finally moved on from Scott Disick. However, before things heated up between the two, Barker had a crush on Kourtney's sister, Kim Kardashian. Barker had earlier told Us Weekly in 2015, “How could you not stare at Kim? Mind you, I enjoyed hanging out with Paris, but I love curvy girls … Kim was eye candy. I was in no way disrespectful to Paris, but I couldn’t keep my eyes off Kim!” However, Barker’s relationship with the makeup mogul was strictly platonic. “I had a crush on her, and we were flirtatious, but nothing ever happened … We would go out to eat, just hang out,” the musician explained. “She was so kind and polite, I just felt like being a perfect gentleman around her. It was a trip!”

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The least we can say is that we absolutely did not expect it. If we knew that Tesla would soon be restyling its Model S and Model X, we did not think it was going to happen so soon, when no clue had been given by Elon Musk, usually very talkative on social networks. And yet, here is that last night, the Californian brand lifted the veil on the new versions of its two flagship models, to everyone's surprise, while its boss did not consider it necessary to organize a keynote as it is. usually customary. However, and without acting as a revolution, the changes are numerous on the two electric vehicles, which offer themselves a real facelift and at the same time a good publicity stunt. If the Model S was mainly talked about, the Tesla Model Xis not to be outdone and for its part benefits from the same developments as the sedan, both technically and mechanically. We invite you to discover all the new features of this restyled version now! At first glance, the changes are rather subtle, and almost imperceptible to the untrained eye. However, the developments are indeed there, and focus in particular on the front bumper, a little more refined than on the previous version, reminiscent of that of the Tesla Model 3 . Same thing at the rear, while the general style remains unchanged. Finally, we will note the arrival of new 19-inch rims, and that's it for the exterior. Because most of this restyling is actually in the cockpit, which receives a brand new dashboard. This then integrates a touch screenof 17 inches, no longer in a vertical position but now installed horizontally, as in the Model 3, once again. The SUV nevertheless retains its instrument cluster, positioned above a new steering wheel and which is already talking about its shape, inspired by aeronautics. Finally, a new screen appears at the rear, integrating itself into the central console. In addition to these aesthetic aspects, the Tesla Model X range has also been revamped, now offering a choice between two versions. The first, called Grande Autonomie , has two engines and can then travel 580 km / h, while being able to reach a speed of 250 km / h, for a 0 to 100 km / h shot in 3.9 seconds. The second variation, to say the least unexpected and that we thought reserved for the Model S is the Plaid. It then claims no less than 1,020 horsepower from the alliance of three electric motors, making it possible to achieve the exercise from 0 to 100 km / h in just 2.6 seconds for a maximum speed of 262 km / h. Top-flight performance which obviously comes at the expense of autonomy, which then drops to 547 km, which nevertheless remains more than honorable.

Eating local, seasonal and fresh has been known to benefit one immensely. It helps the body recover faster and ward off seasonal issues while improving one’s immunity. If you are fond of fruits, one of the best fruits to have in the winter season — spread across the months of December-January — is strawberry. The fruit, full of potent antioxidants, can help improve health while keeping one satiated. Celebrity nutritionist and fitness consultant Munmum Garewal, who is behind Taapsee Pannu‘s transformation for Rashmi Rocket, shared why you should have strawberries. “Packed with vitamins, fibre, and particularly high levels of antioxidants known as polyphenols, strawberries are sodium-free, fat-free, cholesterol-free, low-calorie food. They are among the top 20 fruits in antioxidant capacity and are a good source of manganese and potassium. They are excellent sources of vitamin C, vitamin B9 and potassium. The antioxidants and plant compounds in them are good for heart health and controlling blood sugar,” she wrote. The sweet and tangy taste of the fruit is a sure shot winner. Strawberries contain dietary fibre which is considered good for gut bacteria. It helps improve digestive health and also promotes weight loss. The vitamin C in strawberries improves the skin as well.

Addressing these needs, as well as ensuring equitable treatment for all kids, has been a major focal point, according to a panel of children's hospital executives who shared their perspectives during a webinar Thursday as part of the ongoing U.S. News & World Report Healthcare of Tomorrow virtual series. "The stresses on the system around mental health are very, very substantial," said Dr. Dennis Lund, chief medical officer at Stanford Children's Health in California, during the webinar. "This is "There are absolutely insufficient resources to deal with this, and it has clearly gotten worse with COVID," he added, as so many children and families grapple with school disruptions, childcare needs and other challenges. According to pre-pandemic estimates, about 1 in 5 children in the U.S. has a mental health condition requiring medical attention – numbers that may now be only the tip of the iceberg. In response, many children's hospitals have ramped up their telehealth programs, leading to unexpected progress and new opportunities. Not only has access to mental health care increased, allowing teams to connect with more kids during the pandemic, but there are unique benefits to seeing children in their home environment versus in the office setting, the panelists noted. "We have many stories of our counselors or therapists who said, 'I have made breakthroughs with this child that I haven't been able to do for months now that I'm in their space,'" said Dr. Emily Chapman, chief medical officer and senior vice president of medical affairs at Children's Minnesota, a pediatric hospital system based in the Twin Cities. [ MAP: The Spread of Coronavirus ] Even though COVID-19 has generally affected fewer children than adults, pediatric providers have had to mobilize in unprecedented ways to safeguard the health of their patients and staff. That has involved implementing evolving protocols for COVID-19 testing, personal protective equipment and other precautions. "Whatever it costs us, in the middle of this horrible situation, it's a good spend to focus on staff and patient safety first and foremost," said Dr. Larry Hollier, chief of plastic surgery at Baylor College of Medicine and surgeon-in-chief at Texas Children's Hospital, based in Houston. "Now we understand the behavior of this virus much better, and we have much better treatments," Hollier said. "I'm so optimistic, now that vaccines are available, that there is a light at the end of this long tunnel for us." Texas Children's is part of a new vaccine study looking at children ages 5 to 16, Hollier said. "I'm very hopeful that very soon we'll be able to get some of these vaccinations into children," he added. Children's hospitals are also doubling down on their efforts to address health disparities and improve equitable access to care during the pandemic. With more than 75% of COVID-19 deaths among children occurring in communities of color, according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data, pediatric providers are devising new ways to reach children and families in need. At Texas Children's, for example, "we have a Community Cares group that goes out into these areas and brings the health care to them, not relying upon them to come to the medical center," Hollier said. Especially in situations where transportation is a challenge, "trying to provide that care close to home is a key part of our strategy," he said. [ READ: Study: COVID Pediatric Hospitalizations Surged ] Chapman shared the example of outreach efforts that Children's Minnesota has made to the Somali community in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area. Several years ago, when the region faced a measles outbreak stemming from growing vaccine hesitancy, Children's Minnesota worked closely with imams at mosques in the community to build trust, relationships and awareness. Clinicians saw that this "significantly improved our vaccination rate against measles during that time," Chapman said. "We remained sort of standing side by side and available for conversation rather than pushing our agenda." Chapman, Lund and Hollier all emphasized that these types of strategies – building trust with community leaders and ambassadors – could help address vaccine hesitancy surrounding innoculations for COVID-19 going forward. "I am hopeful, because I think when you ask most people who are vaccine-hesitant why they don't get the vaccine, it's because they are afraid of long-term side effects," Hollier said. "I think the longer we go in this vaccination program, the more we're going to demonstrate that there is a very safe profile to these vaccines."