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Storm Prediction Ctr, Norman, OK Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Saturday, April 15, 2023
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SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH
SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH OUTLINE UPDATE FOR WS 140
NWS STORM PREDICTION CENTER NORMAN OK
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643 PM CDT SAT APR 15 2023
SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 140 REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1000 PM CDT
FOR THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS
TX
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. TEXAS COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE
ANGELINA CHEROKEE HARRISON
NACOGDOCHES PANOLA RUSK
SABINE SAN AUGUSTINE SHELBY
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...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of south central
Bastrop, northeastern Gonzales and southwestern Fayette Counties
through 730 PM CDT...
At 643 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
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Cistern, or 14 miles southwest of Smithville, moving southeast at 30
mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
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IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
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Flatonia, Waelder, Cistern, String Prairie, Jeddo, Newtonville, Elm
Grove and Colony.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until midnight CDT for
south central Texas.
LAT...LON 2965 9706 2960 9730 2977 9735 2979 9732
2982 9736 2988 9738 2992 9724
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TIME...MOT...LOC 2343Z 335DEG 24KT 2984 9731
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.75 IN
MAX WIND GUST...40 MPH
...THE SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING FOR NORTHEASTERN HARDIN COUNTY
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WILL EXPIRE AT 645 PM CDT...
The storm which prompted the warning has weakened below severe
limits, and has exited the warned area. Therefore, the warning will
be allowed to expire. However small hail, gusty winds and heavy rain
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are still possible with this thunderstorm.
southeastern Texas.
To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement
agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service
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Lake Charles.
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Copyright 2023 AccuWeather | 2023-04-16T00:46:47+00:00 | seattlepi.com | https://www.seattlepi.com/weather/article/tx-storm-prediction-ctr-norman-ok-warnings-17899698.php |
NEW YORK, Sept. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MetroPlusHealth, New York City's high-quality, affordable health plan, is proud to debut its new branding. The new image represents a health insurance plan created for New Yorkers by New Yorkers and puts people, not profit, first. Reflecting MetroPlusHealth's mission of making health care more accessible, affordable, modern and customized uniquely to fit the needs of communities across the five boroughs. In a world where for-profit global conglomerates are taking over businesses and health care, MetroPlusHealth stays true to serving New York City.
"For 37 years, MetroPlusHealth has prioritized taking a holistic approach to caring for our members, and our new brand was created to reflect that. We will continue to provide New Yorkers with access to the health services and other essential services needed to live their best lives without suffering financial hardship," said Dr. Talya Schwartz, President and CEO of MetroPlusHealth. "We are New York City's health plan of choice because we are New York City. Many of our staff live in the communities we serve and know their neighborhood needs better than anyone else. We make sure that health care means access to nutritious meals, transportation, housing and the ability to live and thrive in one of the greatest cities in the world."
The health plan offers access to over 110 urgent care centers and more than 40 hospitals, including NYU Langone Health, Mount Sinai, CityMD and NYC Health + Hospitals, with over 32,000 doctors and access to 24/7 telehealth services. With the growing need for access to care, MetroPlusHealth's membership grew by 35% to 675,000 in the past three years, giving the plan a 5-star rating from the 2021 New York State Department of Health Consumer's Guide for Medicaid & Child Health Plus Plans in New York City.
"Our team spent months developing and testing our new brand look and feel—with both internal and external stakeholders—now New Yorkers can see we're a health plan that is as bold as they are," said Lesleigh "LIU" Irish-Underwood, Chief Brand & External Relations Officer at MetroPlusHealth. "We are so proud to reflect the marvelous diversity of our members because when we see them, we see ourselves!"
To coincide with MetroPlusHealth's rebrand, the company released its second annual "Study of the New York City Dream" survey results, which asked New Yorkers about their idea of "making it" in the Big Apple and what success looks like for them.
First, MetroPlusHealth asked New Yorkers what the "New York City Dream" meant to them. Respondents from all five boroughs ranked their definition of the NYC dream as (1) financial security (60%), (2) having a successful career (49%) and (3) meeting more than the basic needs (38%). Health care is the linchpin that keeps the New York City dream alive. 88% of respondents believe that health care is a necessity more than other necessities like air conditioning (73%), washer and dryer (69%) and MetroCard (67%).
New Yorkers love their homes, saying unequivocally that it is indeed "New York or Nowhere," as 68% of Gen Z and 71% of Millennials believe NYC is the gold standard of urban life. In classic New Yorker fashion, most respondents said that people who live in other places envy people that live in NYC (65% Gen Z and 63% Millennials).
When asked about their health care, New Yorkers overwhelmingly (75%) believe that not-for-profit health care companies, such as MetroPlusHealth, can provide better services because they don't have profit-driven motives. Gen Z (81%) and Millennials (79%) believe they need good health care to achieve the New York City dream. Other key findings from the survey include:
- 85% of New Yorkers believe health care companies run by doctors, not corporations, can provide better quality service
- 78% believe health care has become globalized and impersonal
- 88% believe health insurance should cover mental health at $0
- 71% believe health plans should offer LGBTQ+ focused support
MetroPlusHealth will launch its new user-friendly website in the coming weeks. Commercials are on air from September 9 through December 25, 2022, and New York City subways are officially branded with the health plan's new look. To learn more about MetroPlusHealth, visit www.metroplus.org.
About MetroPlusHealth
Since 1985, MetroPlusHealth has helped the people of New York City get quality health care at little to no cost. MetroPlusHealth is the plan of choice for over 680,000 New Yorkers, and its commercial and government-sponsored plans meet the needs of individuals, families, and workforces. The MetroPlusHealth staff speaks more than 40 languages and is as diverse as the great City it serves. MetroPlusHealth is part of NYC Health + Hospitals, the nation's largest public health system. For more information, visit metroplus.org. Join the conversation on social media at @metroplushealth.
CONTACT:
Divendra Jaffar
212-908-3380/646-952-3243
jaffadi@metroplus.org
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SOURCE MetroPlusHealth | 2022-09-27T13:47:16+00:00 | wagmtv.com | https://www.wagmtv.com/prnewswire/2022/09/27/metroplushealth-announces-rebrand-showcase-health-plan-made-needs-new-yorkers-putting-people-not-profit-first/ |
Sheboygan July 4 shooting, attempted homicide charges
SHEBOYGAN, Wis. - LeMarr Washington, Jr., 22, of Sheboygan faces one count of attempted first-degree intentional homicide in connection with a July 4 shooting near 10th and Michigan in Sheboygan.
Police responded after 11 p.m. and found a man who'd been shot on the steps of a home in the area, screaming in pain.
A witness told investigators they'd been walking near 8th and Michigan, approaching the victim's apartment when they saw a man peeing on the fence line in their walkway area near where their children play. They confronted him, and a criminal complaint says the man offered them $2 "for their inconvenience." As this discussion was occurring, the witness said a man ran across the street from the area near the Rewind bar and "began causing issues."
The victim and witness went into their apartment, believing the issue with the first man had been resolved. Soon, a friend came over, and they noticed the man who had run from the area near Rewind bar was back in front of their apartment, threatening to "(expletive) us up."
That man and the victim then "faced off" on the sidewalk, prosecutors say, with their friends attempting to hold them back. As they were walking away from each other, something was said that made them rush back toward each other, the complaint says. That's when the witness said a shot was fired, and the victim began yelling in pain.
Through their investigation, police identified the shooter as Washington, Jr.
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Prosecutors say he's seen in surveillance reaching into a backpack and pulling out a gun, which didn't discharge. Then, according to the complaint, he put another round into the chamber and racked it. At this point, the victim lunged at Washington, according to prosecutors. At one point, the two go off-camera. A second camera angle shows Washington moving back with the gun in his hand. He eventually turns and runs. Prosecutors say the shooting happened during the time the two were off-camera.
Washington made his initial appearance in court Monday, July 25 and received $500,000 bond. | 2022-07-26T00:24:04+00:00 | fox6now.com | https://www.fox6now.com/news/sheboygan-july-4-shooting-attempted-homicide-charges |
TX Amarillo TX Zone Forecast for Friday, March 10, 2023
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ZFPAMA
Zone Forecast Product for The Texas and Oklahoma Panhandles
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National Weather Service Amarillo TX
210 AM CST Sat Mar 11 2023
TXZ017-120100-
Randall-
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Including the cities of Buffalo Lake, Canyon, and Umbarger
210 AM CST Sat Mar 11 2023
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 5 PM CST
THIS AFTERNOON...
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.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Patchy blowing dust. Windy. Highs in the
mid 70s. Southwest winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph,
becoming west 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 30s. Northeast winds
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10 to 20 mph.
.SUNDAY...Partly cloudy. Cooler. Highs in the upper 50s.
Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. A chance of rain showers in the
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evening. Lows in the upper 20s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph with
gusts up to 25 mph. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the upper 50s. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph.
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.MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy
with a slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the
lower 30s. Chance of rain 20 percent.
.TUESDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the upper 60s.
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.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 40s.
.WEDNESDAY AND WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Breezy. Highs in
the upper 70s. Lows in the mid 40s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of showers in the
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afternoon. Breezy, cooler. Highs in the lower 60s. Temperature
falling into the mid 50s in the afternoon. Chance of rain
20 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of rain or snow
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showers in the evening. Breezy. Lows in the mid 20s. Chance of
precipitation 20 percent.
.FRIDAY...Partly cloudy. Cooler. Highs in the upper 40s.
$$
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TXZ012-120100-
Potter-
Including the cities of Amarillo and Bushland
210 AM CST Sat Mar 11 2023
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.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Patchy blowing dust. Windy. Highs in the
lower 70s. West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 30s. Northeast winds
10 to 20 mph.
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.SUNDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the upper 50s. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
mostly cloudy. A 20 percent chance of rain showers. Lows in the
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upper 20s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.MONDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the upper 50s. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy
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with a slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the
lower 30s. Chance of rain 20 percent.
.TUESDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs around 70.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 40s.
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.WEDNESDAY...Partly cloudy. Breezy. Highs around 80.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 40s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers in the afternoon.
Breezy, cooler. Highs in the lower 60s. Temperature falling into
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the lower 50s in the afternoon. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of rain or snow
showers in the evening. Breezy. Lows in the mid 20s. Chance of
precipitation 20 percent.
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.FRIDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the upper 40s.
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TXZ317-120100-
Palo Duro Canyon-
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Including the city of Palo Duro Canyon State Park
210 AM CST Sat Mar 11 2023
.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Patchy blowing dust. Windy. Highs in the
upper 70s. Southwest winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph,
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becoming west 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 30s. North winds 10 to
20 mph, becoming northeast 5 to 10 mph after midnight.
.SUNDAY...Partly cloudy. Cooler. Highs in the upper 50s.
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Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. A chance of rain showers in the
evening, then a slight chance of rain showers after midnight.
Lows around 30. East winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
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Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the upper 50s. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy
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with a slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the
mid 30s. Chance of rain 20 percent.
.TUESDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs around 70.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 40s.
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.WEDNESDAY AND WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Highs in the
lower 80s. Lows in the upper 40s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of showers in the
afternoon. Breezy, cooler. Highs in the mid 60s. Temperature
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falling into the mid 50s in the afternoon. Chance of rain
20 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain or
snow showers in the evening, then partly cloudy after midnight.
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Breezy. Lows in the mid 20s. Chance of precipitation 20 percent.
.FRIDAY...Partly cloudy. Cooler. Highs around 50.
$$
TXZ001-006-120100-
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Dallam-Hartley-
Including the cities of Dalhart, Ware, Conlen, Hartley, Channing,
and Romero
210 AM CST Sat Mar 11 2023
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.TODAY...Mostly cloudy. Windy. Highs in the upper 60s. West winds
15 to 25 mph, becoming northwest 20 to 30 mph in the afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. A slight chance of rain showers in the
evening. Breezy. Lows in the upper 20s. Northeast winds 15 to
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25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph, becoming east 5 to 10 mph with
gusts up to 20 mph after midnight. Chance of rain 20 percent.
.SUNDAY...Partly cloudy. A slight chance of rain showers in the
afternoon. Highs in the mid 50s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph.
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Chance of rain 20 percent.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of rain showers in the
evening, then a slight chance of rain or snow showers after
midnight. Little or no snow accumulation. Lows in the mid 20s.
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East winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation 40 percent.
.MONDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the mid 50s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. A slight chance of rain showers in
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the evening. Lows around 30. Chance of rain 20 percent.
.TUESDAY AND TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Highs in the upper
60s. Lows around 40.
.WEDNESDAY...Partly cloudy. Breezy. Highs in the mid 70s.
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.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of showers in the
morning, then a chance of showers in the afternoon. Breezy,
cooler. Highs in the mid 50s. Chance of rain 40 percent.
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.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of rain or snow showers
in the evening. Breezy. Lows around 20. Chance of precipitation
30 percent.
.FRIDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the mid 40s.
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TXZ002-120100-
Sherman-
Including the city of Stratford
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210 AM CST Sat Mar 11 2023
.TODAY...Mostly cloudy. Breezy. Highs in the upper 60s. West
winds 15 to 25 mph, becoming north 20 to 25 mph in the afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy with a slight chance of rain showers in
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the evening, then mostly cloudy after midnight. Lows in the upper
20s. Northeast winds 10 to 20 mph, diminishing to 5 to 10 mph
after midnight. Chance of rain 20 percent.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy. Highs in the lower 50s. Southeast winds
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10 to 15 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain
showers. A slight chance of snow showers after midnight. Lows in
the mid 20s. East winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation
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20 percent.
.MONDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the mid 50s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
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mostly cloudy. Lows around 30.
.TUESDAY AND TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Highs in the upper
60s. Lows in the lower 40s.
.WEDNESDAY...Partly cloudy. Breezy. Highs in the mid 70s.
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.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the upper 30s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of showers in the
morning, then a chance of showers in the afternoon. Breezy,
cooler. Highs in the mid 50s. Temperature falling into the upper
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40s in the afternoon. Chance of rain 40 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain or
snow showers in the evening, then partly cloudy after midnight.
Breezy. Lows in the lower 20s. Chance of precipitation
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20 percent.
.FRIDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the mid 40s.
$$
TXZ007-120100-
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Moore-
Including the cities of Dumas, Four Way, and Masterson
210 AM CST Sat Mar 11 2023
.TODAY...Mostly cloudy. Windy. Highs in the upper 60s. West winds
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20 to 25 mph, becoming northwest 20 to 30 mph in the afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows around 30. Northeast winds 10 to
20 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy. Highs in the mid 50s. Southeast winds
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10 to 15 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain
showers. A slight chance of snow showers after midnight. Lows in
the upper 20s. East winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation
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20 percent.
.MONDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the mid 50s. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy
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with a slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the
lower 30s. Chance of rain 20 percent.
.TUESDAY AND TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Highs in the upper
60s. Lows in the lower 40s.
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.WEDNESDAY...Partly cloudy. Breezy. Highs in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows around 40.
.THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers in the afternoon.
Breezy, cooler. Highs around 60. Temperature falling to around
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50 in the afternoon. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain or
snow showers in the evening, then partly cloudy after midnight.
Breezy. Lows in the lower 20s. Chance of precipitation
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20 percent.
.FRIDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the upper 40s.
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TXZ003-120100-
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Hansford-
Including the cities of Spearman and Gruver
210 AM CST Sat Mar 11 2023
.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Breezy. Highs in the upper 60s. West
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winds 15 to 25 mph, becoming north 20 to 25 mph in the afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of rain showers in the
evening. Lows around 30. Northeast winds 10 to 20 mph,
diminishing to 5 to 10 mph after midnight. Chance of rain
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20 percent.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy. Cooler. Highs in the lower 50s. East
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain
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showers. A slight chance of snow showers after midnight. Lows in
the mid 20s. East winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation
20 percent.
.MONDAY...Mostly cloudy. Highs in the mid 50s. Southeast winds
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10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy
with a slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows around
30. Chance of rain 20 percent.
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.TUESDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the upper 60s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 40s.
.WEDNESDAY...Partly cloudy. Breezy. Highs in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows around 40.
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.THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers in the afternoon.
Breezy, cooler. Highs in the upper 50s. Temperature falling into
the upper 40s in the afternoon. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain
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showers in the evening, then partly cloudy after midnight.
Breezy. Lows in the lower 20s. Chance of rain 20 percent.
.FRIDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the mid 40s.
$$
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TXZ008-120100-
Hutchinson-
Including the city of Borger
210 AM CST Sat Mar 11 2023
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.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Breezy. Highs in the lower 70s. West
winds 15 to 25 mph, becoming north 20 to 25 mph in the afternoon.
Gusts up to 40 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 30s. Northeast winds
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10 to 20 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy. Cooler. Highs in the mid 50s. East winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of rain
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showers. Lows in the upper 20s. East winds 10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the mid 50s. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy
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with a slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the
lower 30s. Chance of rain 20 percent.
.TUESDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the upper 60s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 40s.
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.WEDNESDAY...Partly cloudy. Breezy. Highs in the lower 80s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 40s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers in the afternoon.
Breezy, cooler. Highs in the lower 60s. Temperature falling into
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the lower 50s in the afternoon. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain
showers in the evening, then partly cloudy after midnight.
Breezy. Lows in the mid 20s. Chance of rain 20 percent.
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.FRIDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the upper 40s.
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TXZ004-120100-
Ochiltree-
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Including the cities of Farnsworth, Perryton, Wolf Creek Park,
and Waka
210 AM CST Sat Mar 11 2023
.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Breezy. Highs in the upper 60s. West
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winds 15 to 25 mph, becoming north 20 to 25 mph in the afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of rain
showers. Lows around 30. Northeast winds 10 to 20 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy. Cooler. Highs in the lower 50s. East
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winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain
showers. A slight chance of snow showers after midnight. Lows in
the mid 20s. East winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation
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20 percent.
.MONDAY...Mostly cloudy. Highs in the lower 50s. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy
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with a slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows around
30. Chance of rain 20 percent.
.TUESDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the mid 60s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 40s.
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.WEDNESDAY...Partly cloudy. Breezy. Highs in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 40s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers in the afternoon.
Breezy, cooler. Highs around 60. Temperature falling into the
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upper 40s in the afternoon. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain or
snow showers in the evening, then partly cloudy after midnight.
Breezy. Lows in the lower 20s. Chance of precipitation
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20 percent.
.FRIDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the mid 40s.
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Roberts-
Including the cities of Codman, Lora, and Miami
210 AM CST Sat Mar 11 2023
.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Windy. Highs in the lower 70s. Southwest
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winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph, becoming west 20 to
30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph in the morning, then, becoming
north in the afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 30s. Northeast winds
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10 to 20 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy. Cooler. Highs in the mid 50s. East winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of rain
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showers. Lows in the upper 20s. East winds 10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY...Mostly cloudy. Highs in the mid 50s. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy
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with a slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the
lower 30s. Chance of rain 20 percent.
.TUESDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the mid 60s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 40s.
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.WEDNESDAY...Partly cloudy. Breezy, warmer. Highs in the lower
80s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 40s.
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.THURSDAY AND THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 20 percent
chance of rain showers. Breezy. Highs in the lower 60s. Lows in
the mid 20s.
.FRIDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the upper 40s.
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TXZ005-120100-
Lipscomb-
Including the cities of Booker, Higgins, and Follett
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210 AM CST Sat Mar 11 2023
.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Breezy. Highs in the upper 60s. Southwest
winds 15 to 25 mph, becoming north 20 to 25 mph in the afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of rain
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showers. Lows in the lower 30s. Northeast winds 10 to 20 mph with
gusts up to 30 mph.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy. Cooler. Highs in the lower 50s.
Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph.
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.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of rain or snow
showers after midnight. Lows in the mid 20s. East winds 5 to
10 mph. Chance of precipitation 20 percent.
.MONDAY...Mostly cloudy. Highs in the lower 50s. Southeast winds
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10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy
with a slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the
lower 30s. Chance of rain 20 percent.
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.TUESDAY AND TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Highs in the lower
60s. Lows in the lower 40s.
.WEDNESDAY...Partly cloudy. Breezy, warmer. Highs around 80.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
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mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 40s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of showers in the
afternoon. Breezy, cooler. Highs in the lower 60s. Temperature
falling into the lower 50s in the afternoon. Chance of rain
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20 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain or
snow showers in the evening, then partly cloudy after midnight.
Breezy. Lows in the lower 20s. Chance of precipitation
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20 percent.
.FRIDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the upper 40s.
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TXZ010-120100-
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Hemphill-
Including the cities of Canadian, Glazier, and Lake Marvin
210 AM CST Sat Mar 11 2023
.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Windy. Highs in the lower 70s. Southwest
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winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph, becoming west 20 to
30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph in the morning, then, becoming
north 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph in the afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. A slight chance of rain showers after
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midnight. Lows in the lower 30s. Northeast winds 10 to 20 mph
with gusts up to 30 mph. Chance of rain 20 percent.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy. Cooler. Highs in the mid 50s. Northeast
winds 5 to 10 mph.
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.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
mostly cloudy. A slight chance of rain showers. A slight chance
of snow showers after midnight. Lows in the upper 20s. East winds
5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation 20 percent.
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.MONDAY...Mostly cloudy. Highs in the lower 50s. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy
with a slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the
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lower 30s. Chance of rain 20 percent.
.TUESDAY AND TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Highs around 60. Lows
in the lower 40s.
.WEDNESDAY...Partly cloudy. Breezy, warmer. Highs in the upper
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70s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
mostly cloudy. Lows in the upper 40s.
.THURSDAY AND THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 20 percent
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chance of rain showers. Breezy. Highs in the mid 60s. Lows in the
mid 20s.
.FRIDAY...Partly cloudy. Cooler. Highs in the upper 40s.
$$
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TXZ011-120100-
Oldham-
Including the cities of Vega, Wildorado, and Boys Ranch
210 AM CST Sat Mar 11 2023
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...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 5 PM CST
THIS AFTERNOON...
.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Patchy blowing dust. Windy. Highs in the
lower 70s. West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
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.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. Breezy. Lows in the lower 30s.
Northeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph, becoming
east 10 to 15 mph after midnight.
.SUNDAY...Partly cloudy. A slight chance of rain showers in the
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afternoon. Highs in the lower 60s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph.
Chance of rain 20 percent.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a chance of rain showers in
the evening, then mostly cloudy after midnight. Lows in the upper
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20s. East winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. Chance of
rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs around 60. Southeast winds 10 to
15 mph.
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.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of rain
showers. Lows in the mid 30s.
.TUESDAY AND TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Highs in the lower
70s. Lows in the mid 40s.
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.WEDNESDAY...Partly cloudy. Breezy. Highs in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 40s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers in the afternoon.
Breezy, cooler. Highs around 60. Temperature falling into the mid
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50s in the afternoon. Chance of rain 40 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of rain or snow showers
in the evening. Breezy. Lows in the mid 20s. Chance of
precipitation 30 percent.
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.FRIDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the upper 40s.
$$
TXZ016-120100-
Deaf Smith-
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Including the cities of Dawn, Hereford, and Bootleg
210 AM CST Sat Mar 11 2023
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 5 PM CST
THIS AFTERNOON...
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.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Patchy blowing dust in the morning. Areas
of blowing dust in the afternoon. Windy. Highs in the mid 70s.
West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph, becoming 25 to
35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.
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.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Breezy. Lows in the lower 30s. North
winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph, becoming east 5 to
10 mph after midnight.
.SUNDAY...Partly cloudy. A slight chance of rain showers in the
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afternoon. Highs in the lower 60s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph.
Chance of rain 20 percent.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. A slight chance of rain showers in
the evening. Lows in the upper 20s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph
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with gusts up to 25 mph. Chance of rain 20 percent.
.MONDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the upper 50s. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
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mostly cloudy. A 20 percent chance of rain showers. Lows in the
lower 30s.
.TUESDAY AND TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Highs around 70. Lows
in the lower 40s.
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.WEDNESDAY...Partly cloudy. Breezy. Highs in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 40s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers in the afternoon.
Breezy, cooler. Highs in the lower 60s. Temperature falling into
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the lower 50s in the afternoon. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of rain or snow showers
in the evening. Breezy. Lows in the mid 20s. Chance of
precipitation 30 percent.
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.FRIDAY...Partly cloudy. Cooler. Highs in the upper 40s.
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TXZ013-120100-
Carson-
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Including the cities of Panhandle, Pantex, White Deer,
and Skellytown
210 AM CST Sat Mar 11 2023
.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Patchy blowing dust in the morning.
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Windy. Highs in the lower 70s. West winds 20 to 30 mph, becoming
northwest in the afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 30s. Northeast winds
10 to 20 mph.
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.SUNDAY...Partly cloudy. Cooler. Highs in the mid 50s. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of rain
showers. Lows in the upper 20s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph.
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.MONDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the mid 50s. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy
with a slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the
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lower 30s. Chance of rain 20 percent.
.TUESDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the upper 60s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 40s.
.WEDNESDAY...Partly cloudy. Breezy. Highs around 80.
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.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 40s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of showers in the
afternoon. Breezy, cooler. Highs in the lower 60s. Temperature
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falling into the lower 50s in the afternoon. Chance of rain
20 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain or
snow showers in the evening, then partly cloudy after midnight.
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Breezy. Lows in the mid 20s. Chance of precipitation 20 percent.
.FRIDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the upper 40s.
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TXZ018-120100-
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Armstrong-
Including the cities of Claude, Washburn, Wayside, and Goodnight
210 AM CST Sat Mar 11 2023
.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Patchy blowing dust. Windy. Highs in the
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upper 70s. Southwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph,
becoming west 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 30s. Northeast winds
10 to 20 mph.
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.SUNDAY...Partly cloudy. Cooler. Highs in the upper 50s. East
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. A chance of rain showers in the
evening, then a slight chance of rain showers after midnight.
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Lows in the upper 20s. East winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to
25 mph. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the mid 50s. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph.
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.MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy
with a slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the
lower 30s. Chance of rain 20 percent.
.TUESDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the upper 60s.
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.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 40s.
.WEDNESDAY AND WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Highs in the
lower 80s. Lows in the upper 40s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of showers in the
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afternoon. Breezy, cooler. Highs in the mid 60s. Temperature
falling into the upper 50s in the afternoon. Chance of rain
20 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain or
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snow showers in the evening, then partly cloudy after midnight.
Breezy. Lows in the mid 20s. Chance of precipitation 20 percent.
.FRIDAY...Partly cloudy. Cooler. Highs in the upper 40s.
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TXZ014-120100-
Gray-
Including the cities of Kingsmill and Pampa
210 AM CST Sat Mar 11 2023
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.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Patchy blowing dust in the morning.
Windy. Highs in the mid 70s. Southwest winds 15 to 20 mph,
becoming west 20 to 30 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 30s. Northeast winds
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10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
.SUNDAY...Partly cloudy. Cooler. Highs in the mid 50s. East winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of rain
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showers. Lows in the upper 20s. East winds 10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the mid 50s. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy
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with a slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the
lower 30s. Chance of rain 20 percent.
.TUESDAY AND TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Highs in the lower
60s. Lows in the lower 40s.
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.WEDNESDAY...Partly cloudy. Breezy, warmer. Highs in the upper
70s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
mostly cloudy. Lows in the upper 40s.
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.THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of showers in the
afternoon. Breezy. Highs in the mid 60s. Temperature falling into
the mid 50s in the afternoon. Chance of rain 20 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain or
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snow showers in the evening, then partly cloudy after midnight.
Breezy. Lows in the mid 20s. Chance of precipitation 20 percent.
.FRIDAY...Partly cloudy. Cooler. Highs in the upper 40s.
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TXZ019-120100-
Donley-
Including the city of Clarendon
210 AM CST Sat Mar 11 2023
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.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Patchy blowing dust in the morning.
Windy. Highs around 80. Southwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts
up to 30 mph, becoming west 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s. North winds 10 to
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20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
.SUNDAY...Partly cloudy. Cooler. Highs in the upper 50s. East
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of rain
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showers. Lows around 30. East winds 10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the mid 50s. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy
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with a slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the
lower 30s. Chance of rain 20 percent.
.TUESDAY AND TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Highs in the mid 60s.
Lows in the lower 40s.
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.WEDNESDAY...Partly cloudy. Warmer. Highs in the lower 80s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
mostly cloudy. Lows around 50.
.THURSDAY AND THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 20 percent
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chance of rain showers. Breezy. Highs in the upper 60s. Lows in
the upper 20s.
.FRIDAY...Partly cloudy. Cooler. Highs around 50.
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TXZ015-120100-
Wheeler-
Including the cities of Briscoe, Wheeler, Lela, Shamrock,
and Twitty
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210 AM CST Sat Mar 11 2023
.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Windy. Highs in the upper 70s. Southwest
winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph, becoming west 20 to
30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.
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.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s. North winds 15 to
20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
.SUNDAY...Partly cloudy. Cooler. Highs in the mid 50s. Northeast
winds 5 to 10 mph.
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.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of rain showers in
the evening, then a chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows
around 30. East winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.MONDAY...Mostly cloudy. Highs in the mid 50s. Southeast winds
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10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy
with a slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the
lower 30s. Chance of rain 20 percent.
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.TUESDAY AND TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Highs around 60. Lows
in the lower 40s.
.WEDNESDAY...Partly cloudy. Breezy, warmer. Highs around 80.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
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mostly cloudy. Lows around 50.
.THURSDAY AND THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 20 percent
chance of rain showers. Breezy. Highs in the upper 60s. Lows in
the mid 20s.
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.FRIDAY...Partly cloudy. Cooler. Highs around 50.
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TXZ020-120100-
Collingsworth-
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Including the cities of Lutie, Wellington, Dozier, and Samnorwood
210 AM CST Sat Mar 11 2023
.TODAY...Mostly cloudy. Breezy. Highs in the lower 80s. Southwest
winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph, becoming west 15 to
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25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s. North winds 10 to
20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
.SUNDAY...Partly cloudy. Cooler. Highs in the upper 50s.
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Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of rain showers in
the evening, then a chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows
in the lower 30s. East winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain
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30 percent.
.MONDAY...Mostly cloudy. Highs in the mid 50s. East winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy
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with a chance of rain showers after midnight. Lows in the lower
30s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.TUESDAY...Partly cloudy. A slight chance of rain showers in the
morning. Highs in the lower 60s. Chance of rain 20 percent.
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.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower
40s. Highs in the lower 80s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 50s.
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.THURSDAY...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of showers in the
afternoon. Breezy. Highs in the lower 70s. Temperature falling
into the lower 60s in the afternoon. Chance of rain 20 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers in
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the evening, then partly cloudy with a slight chance of rain
showers after midnight. Breezy. Lows in the upper 20s. Chance of
rain 30 percent.
.FRIDAY...Partly cloudy. Cooler. Highs in the lower 50s.
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SAN DIEGO, March 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Phanes Therapeutics, Inc., a clinical stage biotech company focused on innovative drug discovery and development in oncology, today announced that it has entered into a research collaboration with Xyphos Biosciences, Inc. an Astellas Company. The collaboration will leverage Phanes' proprietary technology platforms, PACbody™ and SPECpair™, in the evaluation of cell therapies in oncology.
Under the terms of the agreement, Phanes will receive a technology access payment and further collaborative research support. The details of the financial terms were not disclosed.
"We are delighted to have the opportunity to collaborate with Xyphos," said Dr. Ming Wang CEO of Phanes. "PACbody™ and SPECpair™ allow construction of native IgG-like bispecific antibodies and production of the molecules using the conventional manufacturing process for monoclonal antibodies. The lead molecule Phanes made using these technologies has entered Phase 1 clinical study. With the bispecific antibody technology platforms we have built, Phanes is well positioned to make important impacts in cell therapies."
Phanes Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical stage biotech company focused on innovative drug discovery and development in oncology. Currently, it has three assets at clinical stage, including its best-in-class monoclonal antibody (mAb) program, PT199, and two first-in-class bispecific antibody programs, PT886 and PT217. Both PT886 and PT217 have been granted orphan drug designation by FDA. Its pipeline also includes humanized mAbs, biparatopics, and single-chain variable fragments (scFvs) against multiple tumor-associated antigens (TAAs) that are suitable for ADC and CAR-T applications, respectively.
The company has built a strong pipeline by leveraging its proprietary technology platforms: PACbody™, SPECpair™ and ATACCbody™ to develop novel biologics that address high unmet medical needs in cancer. PACbody™, is a proprietary approach for constructing bispecific antibodies without using protein engineering so that the antibody molecules maintain native structures with superb CMC characteristics. SPECpair™ allows mAb-like manufacturability of bispecific antibodies with native IgG-like structures, and ATACCbody™ is a technology for targeting solid tumors using immuno-oncology molecules with modulated activities designed to minimize the risk of cytokine release syndrome.
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Visit Phanes at www.phanesthera.com.
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RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — The North Carolina State Board of Elections unanimously voted Monday to recognize the Green Party as a new political party, reversing its previous decision to reject the party’s petition while the board investigated the signature sheets for fraud.
Katelyn Love, the board’s legal counsel, announced Monday that the North Carolina Green Party has submitted more than enough signatures validated by both the state and county elections boards to earn immediate recognition. But Green Party candidates still face an ongoing legal battle to appear on the November ballot after the state board’s initial rejection of the petition led the party to miss the July 1 deadline to submit its nominees.
Following the Monday morning vote, the North Carolina Democratic Party announced it will file a lawsuit in state court this week to “protect the integrity of the North Carolina political process” as the board continues to investigate some Green Party signature gatherers. The lawsuit had not been filed as of late Monday afternoon.
Democrats have warned that Green Party certification could divide progressive voters and clear a path for Republican victories in key races — particularly the tight U.S. Senate race between Democrat Cheri Beasley and Trump-endorsed Republican Rep. Ted Budd.
“This was never a political decision, but always an important one,” board chair Damon Circosta, a Democrat, said Monday. “I personally did what I said I would do from the start. If there came a time when I believed there were enough valid signatures to recognize the Green Party, I would vote to do so.”
Though the elections board determined it does not have authority to extend the candidate filing deadline, an Aug. 8 federal court hearing in Raleigh could widen the window for a new political party to nominate candidates in North Carolina.
The board’s Democratic majority previously rejected the Green Party petition in a 3-2 vote on June 30, citing petition sheets with nearly identical handwriting, incomplete personal information, duplicate names and deceased signatories.
The Green Party then sued the board on July 14, alleging Democratic interference in the petitioning process and asking the court to reverse the board’s decision. The board filed a response to the lawsuit on Friday, opposing the Green Party’s demand that a judge order the board to include its candidates on the ballot.
The board agreed the court should extend the candidate filing deadline should the party earn official recognition at Monday’s board meeting, the brief states.
Prior to the board’s initial vote, the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee acknowledged contacting signers of the Green Party’s petition to request they remove their names.
K. Ryan Parker, a plaintiff in the Green Party lawsuit, called the board’s decision to certify the Green Party “a welcome surprise and a huge win for democracy,” which he believes was prompted by the recent onslaught of media attention and a desire to settle the matter outside federal court.
“It doesn’t change the fact that the Democratic Party attempted to disenfranchise North Carolina voters like me by hiring operatives to call, text and visit voters in their home, attempting to compel them to remove their signatures from the petition,” Parker said in an interview Monday. “And it doesn’t change the fact that this two-party system, this duopoly, has failed us at every turn and continues to force voters into a dilemma every four years of voting for a lesser evil.”
Ballot preparation begins in mid-August, which Love said should give Green Party candidates enough time to appear on the North Carolina ballot alongside Democrats, Republicans and Libertarians if the court rules in their favor.
Circosta said the board also plans to recommend legislative changes aimed at ensuring those who commit fraud in the signature collection process can be easily identified and brought to justice.
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Schoenbaum is a corps member for the Associated Press/Report for America Statehouse News Initiative. Report for America is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on undercovered issues. Follow her at twitter.com/H_Schoenbaum. | 2022-08-02T13:19:25+00:00 | cbs4indy.com | https://cbs4indy.com/news/politics/ap-politics/nc-elections-board-certifies-green-party-reverses-past-vote/ |
During Paris Fashion Week, the rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, hosted a "secret" catwalk event where models wore T-shirts displaying the phrase "White Lives Matter." Ye had planned on selling the shirts before eventually dropping off boxes filled with the tops at homeless encampments in Los Angeles, never officially releasing the design.
Now, anyone trying to sell a White Lives Matter shirt or use the phrase for monetary gain will be handed a cease-and-desist letter by two Black radio hosts who own the trademark.
Ramses Ja and Quinton Ward are the hosts of Civic Cipher, a radio show based in Phoenix. A listener of the show reached out to them and told the hosts that they had acquired the trademark to White Lives Matter but thought protection of the phrase was better left in the hands of Ja and Ward.
"The listener did not want to be associated with this in any way, but they recognize the importance of ownership," Ja told NPR. "You can prevent bad things from happening by owning it. You can shape the outcomes."
The listener, who wishes to remain anonymous, was listening to Civic Cipher, which, as the hosts explain, dives deep into conversations regarding political representation, voter disenfranchisement, voter suppression and police brutality.
"We talk about all the things that need to be talked about, right?" Ja told NPR. "This person listens to our show and says, 'You know, who would be a better decider for the future of this thing that is now owned by me? Would be these gentlemen.' And so that person reached out to us again, stipulated, 'Hey, look, if anything ever happens in the future, monetarily, please, you know, donate half to these certain orgs.' And we intend to do that if that day ever comes."
After conversing with the listener, Ja and Ward took time to discuss what it would mean for them to be the two who would be holding this trademark. It's a trademark that carries a lot of weight: The Anti-Defamation League notes that the phrase is a "racist response" to the Black Lives Matter movement. Additionally, white supremacist groups, such as the Ku Klux Klan, use the phrase.
"We both had to sit with that for a while because the optics surrounding something like this can get away from you," Ward told NPR. "We have positioned ourselves in such a way to where if it overwhelms us, there are more things that we can do in the future. But at present, if we're being asked to be the protectors, then we will do that. We will rise to that calling, and we will do our best to do right by everyone. You know, obviously, again, we feel oftentimes the greatest need is in the Black community, specifically with Black women. And so that's where we focus a lot of our efforts and our energy. But we are brothers and sisters to all men and women on this planet."
The trademark officially became theirs on Oct. 28, giving them sole ownership and the right to sue anyone who uses the phrase for monetary gain. Owning a phrase like White Lives Matter could result in critical feedback for the hosts about what they should or shouldn't do with their ownership of the trademark.
"That was part of the scary thing about being assigned this trademark. Ramses and I walked 4 or 5 miles that day just kind of trying to wrap our head around what just happened," Ward told NPR. "And we understood that there was going to be some responsibility that came with that, some backlash, some people that don't understand. But we're equipped to have those conversations."
The response that both radio hosts have received has been overwhelming, with many positive reactions to this news on social media. At the moment, neither of them has heard from representatives of Ye or anyone looking to buy the trademark.
"For us, it's about giving people back a little bit of hope when they're dealing with hopelessness, giving people a little bit of a silver lining," said Ja.
"Every day, there's a new headline with this one individual who's very, very visible, establishing or bolstering a narrative that's very harmful and allowing a certain base of this country to point to him and say, 'Look, he feels that way, so it's OK if I feel that way too, right?' So for us to take a little bit of that back and give it to the people who are on the front lines and kind of at the bottom of that feels good."
Both hosts understand that halting the sale of White Lives Matter clothing or items will not be easy. They are working with a lawyer and plan to send cease-and-desist letters to anyone who tries to monetarily gain from the phrase.
"If we feel like someone is profiting from, you know, the sale of any clothing, ... our federally protected trademark, we can sue them and recover damages, and we can sue for copyright infringement, which allows that lawsuit to get a lot bigger," Ja told NPR.
Both hosts said they understand that stopping bootleg sales across different countries or across the internet will not be an easy task. Unlike large companies, they don't have full legal teams to stop the sale of bootleg merchandise.
"We've definitely had to consider [that] everything that goes into protecting a trademark is now, for better or worse — we're in that space. So, we'll see how it goes," said Ja. "But for so far, it's been the symbolism of it, and the impact that that has had has been very meaningful, especially to communities that have been very hurt ... by one individual in particular saying some very hurtful things. So I want to take a moment while we're here to acknowledge the pain that my brothers and sisters in the Jewish community have experienced in recent weeks."
Owning the trademark is a responsibility that neither host takes lightly, and it's one that they hope results in outcomes that are good and helpful to others.
"You know, a lot of people point to the organization Black Lives Matter when they're trying to be, when they're trying to scrutinize that movement. And they don't realize that that term was born of a lot of pain, a lot of an entire community of people in this country feeling like they've had a foot on their neck, a knee on their neck, you know, under the thumb of an entire system for their entire existence. And all of these other — quote, unquote — Lives Matter were born just to oppose it, just to oppose Black Lives Matter, not to uplift those other communities, because they didn't require it," Ward told NPR.
"Now that our faces and our names are tied to this, there is a responsibility for the outcomes to be good. Like, we can't hide. ... That's ... part of the responsibility [and] we accept it. If there are any outcomes, especially financial outcomes, they cannot be to benefit us. So we can't go buy a new car or go on vacation. They have to serve and build up these communities that have been hurt by the rhetoric that's on the opposite side of Black Lives Matter," Ward said.
Neither host knows what is in store for the future now that they own the phrase. They have thought about donating the trademark to an organization that they believe could be responsible and help protect it.
"We have no idea what comes next, but having our names and our faces tied to this now, the responsibility is on us for those outcomes to be positive and uplifting and for those headlines to be positive and uplifting, so the stories can stop being about divisiveness and hurt and pain and more about, you know, building and bridges and forgiveness and love and, you know, helping people that are traditionally underserved," said Ward.
Ja sees this as a moment to educate and learn how to approach an issue and handle it in a way other than anger or not getting involved. Instead of watching from the sidelines, both hosts now see this as a way to get involved and hopefully help causes they believe in.
"I do think that it's a moment everyone can learn from. And I hope that ... the outcome that we'll see is a positive one," Ja told NPR. "There's more ways to fight back, to oppose. You know, it's like we got to fight this fight with one hand tied behind our back and one shoe unlaced and, you know, that sort of thing. But, you know, every little bit helps. And I think that this story is inspirational. At least this is what I'm gathering from other folks. We were certainly inspired when it came to us."
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The CPSC announces today the following recalls are posted in cooperation with the firms listed below. Recalls can be viewed at www.cpsc.gov.
ASUS Computer International Recalls ASUS ROG Maximus Z690 Hero Motherboards Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/ASUS-Computer-International-Recalls-ASUS-ROG-Maximus-Z690-Hero-Motherboards-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards
Hard Rock Recalls Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/Hard-Rock-Recalls-Childrens-Hooded-Sweatshirts-with-Drawstrings-Due-to-Strangulation-Hazard
About the U.S. CPSC
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risk of injury or death associated with the use of thousands of types of consumer products. Deaths, injuries, and property damage from consumer product-related incidents cost the nation more than $1 trillion annually. CPSC's work to ensure the safety of consumer products has contributed to a decline in the rate of injuries associated with consumer products over the past 50 years.
Federal law prohibits any person from selling products subject to a Commission ordered recall or a voluntary recall undertaken in consultation with the CPSC.
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Connor McDavid won his third Hart Trophy as NHL MVP on Monday night, falling one vote short of unanimous selection after the highest-scoring season by a player in more than a quarter-century.
McDavid also won the Ted Lindsay Award as the NHL's most outstanding player as voted by his peers. The Edmonton Oilers’ captain led the league with 64 goals, 89 assists and 153 points. That’s the most points since Mario Lemieux in 1995-96.
McDavid previously won the Hart in 2017 and 2021 and the Lindsay in 2017, 2018 and 2021. Universally recognized as the best hockey player in the world, McDavid is still searching for his first Stanley Cup title after Edmonton lost in the second round of the playoffs to eventual champion Vegas.
“Certainly it's not lost on me what these trophies mean in the grand scheme of our game,” McDavid said. “To do it a number of times, it means a lot to me. Obviously, it's not the motivating factor, but it's special still.”
One voter out of 196 picked Boston's David Pastrnak as MVP. The Bruins had a big night at the league's awards ceremony after setting the record for the most wins and points in a regular season, records made possible in part by rule changes.
This year was a rare instance in which most of the major award winners were obvious since before the end of the regular season.
San Jose’s Erik Karlsson also became a three-time award winner, receiving the Norris Trophy as top defenseman — his first such honor since 2015. Karlsson at age 32 was the first defenseman to surpass 100 points in a season since Brian Leetch in 1992.
“I still feel like I had a fantastic year and I felt good the whole way, but I feel like there's more,” said Karlsson, who has expressed interest in being moved to a team that has a chance to win the Stanley Cup. “That's what makes me excited moving forward.”
The Bruins had three award winners: captain Patrice Bergeron, goaltender Linus Ullmark and coach Jim Montgomery.
The Vezina Trophy as top goalie and Jack Adams Award as coach of the year were each a first for Ullmark and Montgomery. Ullmark led the league with a 1.89 goals-against average and .938 save percentage and was tied for the most wins with 40 — getting them in just 48 starts.
“You want to be the best at your position or even the best player, which is very tough when you have guys like Connor McDavid and Sidney Crosby playing against you, that’s a tough one,” Ullmark said. “Still, you have that goal.”
Montgomery coached Boston to 65 wins in his first season with the team, and he thanked those who supported him through a low point in his career.
“Three and a half years ago, the Dallas Stars terminated my contract because of my struggles with alcohol, and I had to change my actions and behaviors,” Montgomery said. “For those who struggle out there, you can change, you can affect change within yourself, and it doesn't happen alone. You need a team.”
Bergeron won the Selke Trophy as the best defensive forward for a sixth time, building on the NHL record he broke last year. At age 37, he led the league in faceoff wins and percentage and was only on the ice for 27 goals against at even strength in 78 games.
Seattle's Matty Beniers won the Calder Trophy as rookie of the year. Beniers led all rookies with 57 points and was tied for the lead among them in goals with 24, helping the Kraken make the playoffs in their second year of existence.
“I think I was pretty fortunate this year production-wise,” Beniers said. “Every year is not going to be like that, I know that, but it was definitely a good start. I was obviously really happy and thankful for the year.”
Anze Kopitar of the Los Angeles Kings won the Lady Byng Award for gentlemanly conduct, Steven Stamkos of the Tampa Bay Lightning won the Mark Messier Leadership Award, and Kris Letang of the Pittsburgh Penguins — who had a stroke on Nov. 28 but returned to play 12 days later — won the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy for perseverance and dedication.
Members of the Professional Hockey Writers’ Association vote on the Hart, Norris, Selke, Calder, Masterson and Lady Byng. General managers determine the Vezina, while members of the NHL Broadcasters’ Association pick the Jack Adams.
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Fans Can Speed into the Fun with Sonic-branded Games and Outdoor Play Products
LOS ANGELES, June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, KessCo, a third-generation toy and game company, announced a licensing partnership with SEGA of America, Inc. and the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise, marking Kess' first national licensing agreement with SEGA of America. The partnership will offer Kess the opportunity to feature the iconic Blue Blur and the beloved franchise across a variety of tabletop games, card games and outdoor play items in 2024.
"As an avid Sonic fan myself, I am extremely excited and proud to announce our newest licensing agreement with SEGA of America," said Alex Kessler, CEO of Kess. "Licensing has become an important part of our growth strategy, and our customers have been asking for Sonic-branded products from us for years. We look forward to continuing to grow our games category through this recent license acquisition, while introducing licensing to our popular outdoor range for the first time."
Since Kess' launch in 2016, it has successfully contributed to innovation in the toy industry through the introduction of its own successful IPs. As it continues to expand, Kess plans to lean more into licensing across its product range, with Sonic as its most iconic video game franchise deal to-date.
"We are very excited at the opportunity to partner with Kess to bring a new range of Sonic games and outdoor play to the market," said Michael Cisneros, Associate Director of Licensing at SEGA of America. "The folks at Kess have such palpable passion for Sonic and video gaming franchises, they really are the perfect partner to satiate the demand of casual and hard-core fans alike."
SEGA will also be exhibiting at Licensing Expo at Booth O226 from June 13 to June 15, 2023 for those interested in stopping by.
For more information about Kess, please visit www.kess.co
ABOUT KESS
Kess, based in Los Angeles, aims to provide children and adults with a new way to play through its toys, puzzles, and games. The brand boasts the world's best-selling hoop line with its renowned Ice Hoop and offers a variety of active/impulse toys for kids of all ages.
Kess' de.bored puzzles help adults de-stress and solve boredom through colorful, strategic, and repeatable puzzle play with its assortment that includes artwork from popular influencer artists and anime-focused properties. Kess Games, its tabletop gaming division, includes adult party games, strategy games, and licensed games that span a growing list of video game and anime licensed properties.
For more information about Kess, please visit www.kess.co.
ABOUT SEGA OF AMERICA, INC.
SEGA of America, Inc. is the American arm of Tokyo, Japan-based SEGA CORPORATION, a worldwide leader in interactive entertainment. Established in 1986, SEGA of America publishes innovative interactive entertainment experiences for console, PC, mobile and emerging platforms. In 2020, SEGA ranked #1 among Metacritic's Annual Game Publisher Rankings. Its globally beloved franchises include Sonic the Hedgehog™, Like a Dragon™, Virtua Fighter™, Super Monkey Ball™, and Phantasy Star Online™, along with Atlus' Persona™ and Shin Megami Tensei™ series. Since its debut more than three decades ago, Sonic has become a pop culture icon featured in dozens of games, TV series, and movies. SEGA of America has offices in Irvine and Burbank, California. Visit www.sega.com.
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ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota legislative leaders announced a deal Thursday to refill the state's unemployment insurance trust fund and to pay bonuses to frontline workers, resolving a months-long impasse.
The tentative agreement includes $2.7 billion to replenish the trust fund and pay back a debt to the federal government for jobless aid, and $500 million in bonuses for workers who took risks during the pandemic. House Democrats came down from their $1 billion proposal for bonus checks — cutting the amount per worker in half to $750 but keeping eligibility at about 667,000 workers.
A House provision making hourly school employees eligible for unemployment insurance during the summer months was cut in the compromise.
Republican Senate Majority Leader Jeremy Miller, of Winona, and Democratic House Speaker Melissa Hortman, of Brooklyn Park, announced the agreement during a MinnPost panel discussion, saying they reached the compromise with Democratic Gov. Tim Walz Wednesday night.
Miller and Hortman said the bill is expected to pass off the Senate floor on Thursday before being voted on by the House later Thursday or Friday morning, The goal, the leaders said, is to get the bill to Walz's desk for him to sign on Friday to avoid a Saturday due date for employers who saw their tax bills increase when lawmakers missed a March 15 deadline to replenish the trust fund. | 2022-04-28T17:02:46+00:00 | seattlepi.com | https://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/Lawmakers-reach-deal-on-unemployment-insurance-17133721.php |
NEW YORK -- Alan Arkin, the wry character actor who demonstrated his versatility in comedy and drama as he received four Academy Award nominations and won an Oscar in 2007 for "Little Miss Sunshine," has died. He was 89.
His sons Adam, Matthew and Anthony confirmed their father's death through the actor's publicist on Friday. "Our father was a uniquely talented force of nature, both as an artist and a man," they said in a statement.
A member of Chicago's famed Second City comedy troupe, Arkin was an immediate success in movies with the Cold War spoof "The Russians Are Coming, The Russians Are Coming" and peaked late in life with his win as best supporting actor for the surprise 2006 hit "Little Miss Sunshine." More than 40 years separated his first Oscar nomination, for "The Russians are Coming," from his nomination for playing a conniving Hollywood producer in the Oscar-winning "Argo."
In recent years he starred opposite Michael Douglas in the Netflix comedy series "The Kominsky Method," a role that earned him two Emmy nominations.
Arkin once joked to The Associated Press that the beauty of being a character actor was not having to take his clothes off for a role. He wasn't a sex symbol or superstar, but was rarely out of work, appearing in more than 100 TV and feature films. His trademarks were likability, relatability and complete immersion in his roles, no matter how unusual, whether playing a Russian submarine officer in "The Russians are Coming" who struggles to communicate with the equally jittery Americans, or standing out as the foul-mouthed, drug-addicted grandfather in "Little Miss Sunshine."
"Alan's never had an identifiable screen personality because he just disappears into his characters," director Norman Jewison of "The Russians are Coming" once observed. "His accents are impeccable, and he's even able to change his looks. ... He's always been underestimated, partly because he's never been in service of his own success."
While still with Second City, Arkin was chosen by Carl Reiner to play the young protagonist in the 1963 Broadway play "Enter Laughing," based on Reiner's semi-autobiographical novel.
He attracted strong reviews and the notice of Jewison, who was preparing to direct a 1966 comedy about a Russian sub that creates a panic when it ventures too close to a small New England town. In Arkin's next major film, he proved he could also play a villain, however reluctantly. Arkin starred in "Wait Until Dark" as a vicious drug dealer who holds a blind woman (Audrey Hepburn) captive in her own apartment, believing a drug shipment is hidden there.
He recalled in a 1998 interview how difficult it was to terrorize Hepburn's character.
"Just awful," he said. "She was an exquisite lady, so being mean to her was hard."
1968's "The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter," in which he played a sensitive man who could not hear or speak, again elevated Arkin's status in Hollywood. He starred as the bumbling French detective in "Inspector Clouseau" that same year, but the film would become overlooked in favor of Peter Sellers' Clouseau in the "Pink Panther" movies.
Arkin's career as a character actor continued to blossom when Mike Nichols, a fellow Second City alumnus, cast him in the starring role as Rossarian, the victim of wartime red tape in 1970's "Catch-22," based on Joseph Heller's million-selling novel. Through the years, Arkin turned up in such favorites as "Edward Scissorhands," playing Johnny Depp's neighbor; and in the film version of David Mamet's "Glengarry Glen Ross" as a dogged real estate salesman. He and Reiner played brothers, one successful (Reiner), one struggling (Arkin), in the 1998 film "The Slums of Beverly Hills."
"I used to think that my stuff had a lot of variety. But I realized that for the first twenty years or so, most of the characters I played were outsiders, strangers to their environment, foreigners in one way or another," he told The Associated Press in 2007.
"As I started to get more and more comfortable with myself, that started to shift. I got one of the nicest compliments I've ever gotten from someone a few days ago. They said that they thought my characters were very often the heart, the moral center of a film. I didn't particularly understand it, but I liked it; it made me happy."
Other recent credits included "Going in Style," a 2017 remake featuring fellow Oscar winners Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman, and the TV series "The Kominsky Method."
Arkin also directed the film version of Jules Feiffer's 1971 dark comedy "Little Murders" and Neil Simon's 1972 play about bickering old vaudeville partners, "The Sunshine Boys." On television, Arkin appeared in the short-lived series "Fay" and "Harry" and played a night court judge in Sidney Lumet's drama series "100 Centre Street" on A&E. He also wrote several books for children.
Born in New York City's borough of Brooklyn, he and his family, which included two younger brothers, moved to Los Angeles when he was 11. His parents found jobs as teachers, but were fired during the post-World War II Red Scare because they were Communists.
"We were dirt poor so I couldn't afford to go to the movies often," he told the AP in 1998. "But I went whenever I could and focused in on movies, as they were more important than anything in my life."
He studied acting at Los Angeles City College; California State University, Los Angeles; and Bennington College in Vermont, where he earned a scholarship to the formerly all-girls school.
He married a fellow student, Jeremy Yaffe, and they had two sons, Adam and Matthew.
After he and Yaffe divorced in 1961, Arkin married actress-writer Barbara Dana, and they had a son, Anthony. All three sons became actors: Adam starred in the TV series "Chicago Hope."
"It was certainly nothing that I pushed them into," Arkin said in 1998. "It made absolutely no difference to me what they did, as long as it allowed them to grow."
Arkin began his entertainment career as an organizer and singer with The Tarriers, a group that briefly rode the folk musical revival wave of the late 1950s. Later, he turned to stage acting, off-Broadway and always in dramatic roles.
At Second City, he worked with Nichols, Elaine May, Jerry Stiller, Anne Meara and others in creating intellectual, high-speed impromptu riffs the fads and follies of the day.
"I never knew that I could be funny until I joined Second City," he said. | 2023-06-30T14:42:31+00:00 | abc30.com | https://abc30.com/alan-arkin-oscar-winning-actor-dies-death/13445034/ |
CANCÚN, Mexico, Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- If you already know the newly renovated Fairmont Mayakoba and think there can't be anything better, wait until you see and hear a symphonic concert in one of the cenotes near the resort to enjoy a unique and ancestral experience, where music, Mexican gastronomy and luxury are the main components.
"Symphony in a cenote" will take place on November 7th, 21st and the 28th, in an event that invites you to reimagine one of the mystical caves of the Riviera Maya that will become a fascinating space to delight your ears with the performance of the Classical Ensemble Orchestra. The event will take you on a musical journey to the center of the earth with classic melodies, all the way to contemporary pop.
Listen to one of Lady Gaga's hits, the Coldplay soundtrack, Toto, Ed Sheeran, Queen, and Journey, while you savor delicious tapas and refreshing cocktails to sip the night away, prepared by the best mixologists and chefs in the region.
And as if the natural setting were not enough to create a special atmosphere, dozens of lights, candles, and artistic projections will illuminate the underground darkness of the cenote to envelop the space in a warm and perfect environment to reconnect your senses with each element that surrounds you.
This show is part of one of the hotel's initiatives to continue offering its guests experiences that go "beyond limits", even when it comes to bringing an orchestra to a cenote for an unforgettable performance.
About Fairmont Mayakoba, Riviera Maya
Nestled in the heart of the Riviera Maya, Mexico, the 401-room Fairmont Mayakoba is a AAA Five Diamond resort set on 45 acres, within a private luxury community. Surrounded by a lush mangrove forest intersected by water canals, the property offers over 46,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor meeting space, an energizing Willow Stream Spa featuring 20 treatment rooms, and El Camaleón Golf Course, host to the first official PGA TOUR event in Mexico. A dedication to a green philosophy has earned Fairmont Mayakoba the Preferred by Nature verification among other eco-accolades. For reservations contact call 1 (800) 540 6088 or email myk.reservations@fairmont.com, or visit fairmont.com/Mayakoba or follow Fairmont Mayakoba on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram.
About Accor
Accor is a world leading hospitality group consisting of more than 5,200 properties and 10,000 food and beverage venues throughout 110 countries. The group has one of the industry's most diverse and fully-integrated hospitality ecosystems encompassing more than 40 luxury, premium, midscale and economy hotel brands, entertainment and nightlife venues, restaurants and bars, branded private residences, shared accommodation properties, concierge services, co-working spaces and more. Accor's unmatched position in lifestyle hospitality – one of the fastest growing categories in the industry – is led by Ennismore, a creative hospitality company with a global portfolio of entrepreneurial and founder-built brands with purpose at their heart. Accor boasts an unrivalled portfolio of distinctive brands and approximately 260,000 team members worldwide. 68 million members benefit from the company's comprehensive loyalty program – ALL - Accor Live Limitless – a daily lifestyle companion that provides access to a wide variety of rewards, services and experiences. Through its Planet 21 – Acting Here, Accor Solidarity, RiiSE and ALL Heartist Fund initiatives, the Group is focused on driving positive action through business ethics, responsible tourism, environmental sustainability, community engagement, diversity and inclusivity. Founded in 1967, Accor SA is headquartered in France and publicly listed on the Euronext Paris Stock Exchange (ISIN code: FR0000120404) and on the OTC Market (Ticker: ACCYY) in the United States. For more information visit group.accor.com, or follow Accor on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram.
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NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Ryan Johansen scored his second goal of the game 33 seconds into overtime and Juuse Saros made 25 saves in the Nashville Predators' 4-3 victory over the New Jersey Devils on Thursday night.
Johansen took a pass from Matt Duchene and beat goalie Vitek Vanecek from in front.
Mikael Granlund tied it for Nashville with nine seconds left in regulation. The Devils had a power-play chance in the closing minutes when Nashville was called for too many men, but Granlund scored 37 second after the penalty expired.
Colton Sissons also scored for the Predators. Nashville has won seven in a row at Prudential Center, sending the Devils to their second loss in their last 18 games (16-1-1).
Defenseman Kevin Bahl and forwards Jesper Bratt and Alexander Holtz scored for New Jersey in a 2:38 span early in the second period to make it 3-2. Vanecek stopped 20 shots.
HYNES RETURNS
Predators coach John Hynes, who was replaced as Devils coach in December 2019 and hired by Nashville a month later, again returned to Prudential Center. Hynes coached the Devils for four-plus seasons, including their most recent playoff appearance in 2018. “I had a lot of good relationships with people in the organization, people in the arena,’’ Hynes said before the game. “It’s always nice when you come back and see familiar faces. Jersey was a great place for us.”
NOTES: Devils forward Miles Wood was a late scratch. New Jersey also was without injured forwards Nathan Bastian, Ondrej Palat and goaltenders Mackenzie Blackwood and Jonathan Bernier … The Predators scratched forwards Eeli Tolvanen and Michael McCarron.
Up Next:
Devils: At Philadelphia on Saturday night.
Predators: At New York Islanders on Friday night.
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States consider ‘safe injection sites’ to prevent overdoses
DENVER (AP) — In a Colorado mountain town, Christine Collins injected herself with black tar heroin while hanging out with friends in her cozy basement a few days after her 30th birthday. Sitting beneath a Happy Birthday sign with hearts scrawled in colorful sharpies, she overdosed.
She awoke to the screams of her friends who fumbled to administer doses of naloxone, which reversed the overdose and pulled Collins back from near death. She has seen dozens of friends wake up from overdoses, and known dozens more that never did.
Such scenes of terror have increasingly played out from Denver’s snow-filled streets to rural towns in West Virginia, with drug overdoses killing over an estimated 100,000 people in 2021, according federal health official’s latest data. That’s roughly one overdose death every five minutes.
The snowballing death toll has pushed lawmakers in Colorado, New Mexico and Nevada to consider joining New York and Rhode Island in allowing what are often called “safe injection sites.” Also called “overdose prevention centers,” these are places where people can use drugs under the supervision of trained staff who could reverse an overdose if necessary.
Lawmakers in Colorado’s Democrat-controlled Legislature are set to discuss the controversial proposal Wednesday as the measure faces steep odds amid broad backlash from police, Republicans, and lingering questions about whether the sites are even legal in the United States.
The idea of sanctioning the use of drugs including heroin and methamphetamine on these sites — an about-face from the long-waged war on drugs — has garnered stiff pushback.
“You’re basically sending a message that, ‘Hey, it’s okay to do this,’ which has a negative impact on the users’ health, it encourages the drug dealer, and then it still provides that danger to the rest of the community,” said Colorado Rep. Gabe Evans, a Republican and former police officer.
But proponents argue it’s an imperative first step to tackling drug use, with many repeating a one-argument refrain.
“You can’t enter treatment if you are dead,” said Dr. Joshua Barocas, an associate professor at the University of Colorado who studies substance use disorder. “All the data suggests that people are going to do drugs regardless... All we are trying to do is reverse the harm that could come from what people are already doing.”
The trend is growing internationally with centers in Canada, Australia and Europe, but in the U.S. questions remain over whether the Department of Justice will permit such programs amid pushback that the sites merely enable illegal drug use and attract the ancillary crime.
Last year, the Justice Department told The Associated Press it was “evaluating” such facilities and talking to regulators about “appropriate guardrails.” The department did not immediately respond to requests for updated information from the AP this week.
Being open to evaluating the sites marks a shift from the Justice Department’s posture under former President Donald Trump, when the department fought against such a proposal in Pennsylvania, arguing that such facilities violate a 1980s-era law which bans operating a place for taking illegal drugs.
Data from sites both in and outside the U.S. found that they can prevent overdoses, with New York City’s centers stopping more than 150 in their tracks within three months of operating. The centers also typically include equipment, such as sterile syringes, and offer resources for drug users to find treatment.
Existing studies, such as a 2021 report from the Boston-based Institute for Clinical and Economic Review, show that sites are linked to fewer ambulance calls — potentially saving tax payer dollars — and didn’t metastasize various crime rates in neighborhoods of operation.
In Nevada’s Democratic-controlled Legislature a proposal to legalize safe injection sites is on the table but has yet to get a hearing, one year after a similar push failed. In New Mexico, a similar bill faces unknown prospects.
Even while a long list of healthcare organizations have signed on in support of Colorado’s bill — including the Colorado Nurses Association, Colorado Psychiatric Society and Colorado Behavioral Healthcare Council — the legislation faces an uphill battle.
While Democrats in Colorado hold majorities in both chambers, Gov. Jared Polis has vocalized his concern over the proposal. The governor’s spokesperson, Conor Cahill, said in a statement Monday that the governor “would be deeply concerned with any approach that would contribute to more drug use and lawlessness.”
Colorado’s Democratic leadership in the legislature have signaled interested in the proposal, but they’ve stopped short of full-blown support.
Republican Evans thinks the solution should be more resources for mental health support and treatment, combined with a firmer law-enforcement response to dealers. Many who are most in need, said Evans, likely won’t spend the time hopping on the public bus to an overdose prevention center.
State Sen. Kevin Priola, a former Republican who defected to the Democratic Party last year citing concerns over the Jan. 6 Capitol riots, is one of the bill’s sponsors. Priola said he’s felt the power of prescription painkillers first hand, having weaned himself early off the drugs following a ski accident that broke his leg.
“I could’ve been a statistic myself,” said Priola, who added that the opposition to such proposals stems from a deep-seated stigma. “People fear what they don’t understand, and they’ve never walked a mile in some of these folks’ shoes.”
Collins, who is now 33 and clean from heroin, struggles. “I don’t make friends anymore because I don’t want to see anyone else die,” she said.
She has watched the scourge of fentanyl rip through communities as she moved from Florida to Louisiana and finally Colorado and believes legalizing the centers is the bare minimum to keep people breathing.
“I know they say: ‘Oh, whatever, it just enables junkies,’” she said. “The fact of the matter is that we may be junkies, but we are somebody’s f—cking families.”
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AP writers Gabe Stern contributed from Carson City, Nevada, and Morgan Lee contributed from Santa Fe, New Mexico. Jesse Bedayn is a corps member for the Associated Press/Report for America Statehouse News Initiative. Report for America is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on undercovered issues.
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DOHA, Qatar (AP) — Morocco pulled off yet another World Cup shock on Sunday, and Belgium’s aging “Golden Generation” took the hit this time.
The 2-0 upset left Kevin de Bruyne and the 2018 semifinalists in peril of a group-stage exit at what is likely the final World Cup for a highly-talented Belgian group that haven’t managed to convert their promise into prizes.
It might now be too late.
De Bruyne didn’t drive Belgium forward against Morocco, captain Eden Hazard was taken off after an hour, and goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois was probably at fault for the opening goal.
“We haven’t seen the best Belgium yet,” said Roberto Martinez, a Spaniard who has coached the team for six years. “We haven’t been ourselves.”
Belgium could have become the second team behind defending champion France to advance to the last 16 if it beat Morocco. But it dropped from first to third in Group F and now plays against 2018 World Cup finalist Croatia trying to avoid its earliest elimination since 1998.
Morocco captain Romain Saiss gave his team the lead with a barely noticeable deflection off his hip after a free kick from Abdelhamid Sabiri in the 73rd minute that got under the body of Courtois — for many, the best goalkeeper in the world.
Zakaria Aboukhlal guided a shot into the roof of the net off a pass from Hakim Ziyech in stoppage time to make it 2-0 as Belgium’s defense, boasting more than 300 international appearances but anchored by two players in their mid-30s, was beaten by a speedy 22-year-old forward playing at his first World Cup.
Morocco’s players kneeled and pressed their heads to the ground in prayer, then leapt up in celebration. Pulling himself up from the ground, Courtois just shook his head.
The second big upset at the first World Cup in the Middle East involved another Arabic nation. Saudi Arabia defeated Argentina in the opening set of group games.
Morocco, which was roared on by thunderous noise from its fans at Al Thumama Stadium, had started in Qatar with a promising 0-0 draw with Croatia.
“We are delighted with that after Croatia and Belgium,” Morocco coach Walid Regragui said. “That’s absolutely outstanding for Morocco.”
Belgium, ranked No. 2 in the world behind Brazil, had won its last seven group games at the World Cup before the upset, but that included a labored 1-0 win over Canada to open this year’s tournament.
Even De Bruyne said in a media interview before the World Cup that Belgium’s squad was likely too old to win now.
“I don’t think any comments will affect a result or a performance,” Martinez said, dismissing the suggestion that De Bruyne’s interview might have unsettled Belgium.
Morocco had to make a change right before kickoff when goalkeeper Yassine Bounou felt unwell but the North Africans were unaffected and clinched their first win at a World Cup since 1998 and only their third ever. Morocco moved to four points and Croatia is also on four points after beating Canada later Sunday. Belgium has three points and Canada has been eliminated.
Morocco has only ever been past the group stage once at a World Cup, in 1986. And things were in turmoil ahead of the tournament after former coach Vahid Halilhodzic was fired and Regragui was brought in at the end of August, less than three months before the World Cup. Regragui had only three friendlies to make his mark on the team before facing Croatia at the World Cup.
ZIYECH RECALLED
Regragui immediately recalled Ziyech, a Chelsea winger who was exiled from the team under Halilhodzic because of a rift between them. Ziyech curled in a disallowed free kick in the first half, set up the second goal, and was Morocco’s best player against Belgium.
BELGIAN DESPERATION
Martinez brought on forward Romelu Lukaku, the country’s record scorer, as a substitute with less than 10 minutes to go in a desperate attempt to get one back when it was 1-0. Lukaku is only just returning from a left thigh problem and Belgium has missed him dearly. Martinez might be forced to start him against Croatia.
WHO SCORED?
Sabiri was initially credited with the first goal from his free kick, but FIFA later amended the official match report to give it to Saiss.
WHAT’S NEXT
The final group games are on Thursday, when Morocco will come back to Al Thumama Stadium to play Canada. Belgium will face Croatia at the same time.
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At many Passover Seders, Israel unrest will be on the table
NEW YORK (AP) — Marc Slutsky has been leading Passover Seders for 40 years, taking on troubling issues that have included Soviet Jewry, racism in the United States, and war after war after war.
This year, when the slavery-to-freedom story unfolds at his table in Highland Park, Illinois, the Israel of today will be top of mind after tens of thousands of people took to the streets to protest Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s proposed judicial overhaul.
The plan, on pause after repeated mass demonstrations, unleashed the most intense social unrest in Israel in decades, just ahead of this week’s observance of Passover.
Slutsky, president of the independent synagogue Aitz Hayim Center for Jewish Living, in Glencoe, has Seder tweaks in mind for his 18 guests when they sit down for ritual readings, blessings and discussion.
One big change will come at the end, he said, when “Next year in Jerusalem” is traditionally recited.
“We’re going to read from the Israeli Declaration of Independence,” said the 76-year-old Slutsky, particularly a passage that promises the “complete equality of social and political rights to all its inhabitants.”
The plan proposed by Netanyahu would give him and his allies — the most right-wing government in Israeli history — more control over the country’s judiciary. Critics say it would concentrate power in his hands and destroy a system of checks and balances. They also say he has a conflict of interest since he himself is facing trial on corruption charges.
Abigail Pogrebin, author of “My Jewish Year: 18 Holidays, One Wondering Jew,” has been watching Israel closely. She’ll host 30 people at her Seder in New York.
“It feels impossible to ignore this difficult and deflating inflection point when it comes to Israel right now,” she said.
Traditional Seder symbols will take on new weight, Pogrebin said.
“The bitter herb, which reminds us of the bitterness of slavery, will remind us also of the bitterness of this government’s bigotry — against non-Orthodox Jews, against LGBTQ Jews, against Arabs, against women in the army. It will remind us of the bitterness of dictatorship and intolerance, the abrogation of tenets we hold dear,” she said.
The breaking of matzo will mark the “brokenness of Israel’s democracy right now — or how close it has come to a breaking point,” Pogrebin said.
And the opening of a door for Elijah, when Jews symbolically welcome in a messianic time of justice and righteousness, “will demand that each of us at our table think about how we will work to bring justice about.”
A large percentage of U.S. Jews observe Passover, a holiday that commemorates the Hebrew slaves’ biblical flight from Egypt and emphasizes the importance of passing on that freedom story to children at the Seder table.
North America has the largest Jewish population outside of Israel.
“The Seder is for me a perfect moment for us to engage in conversation around a myriad of topics that are about unfinished projects or places where there’s strife or turmoil,” said Ezra Shanken, CEO of the Jewish Federation of Greater Vancouver in Canada, a service, fundraising and relief organization.
He’ll also host 30 for a Seder, including non-Jews and guests with diverse political and religious opinions.
Shanken will put down a second Seder plate to go with the one holding traditional symbols of the Passover story. His second plate will include a block of ice that will be left to melt as a reminder to take climate action. But it’s the Passover narrative itself and the founding of Israel 75 years ago that will frame conversation about current Israeli politics.
“Our story was never without turmoil. It was never without strife. It was never without disagreement,” Shanken said.
Rabbi Jill Jacobs also expects deep discussion about the protests and Netanyahu’s ruling coalition. She is CEO of T’ruah, a U.S.-based nonprofit collective of rabbis focused on human rights in North America, Israel and the Palestinian territories.
“It’s important for Jews to talk about what does it mean to fight for democracy in the Jewish state, both for Jews and also for non-Jews who live there?” she said.
Rabbi Mike Uram, chief Jewish learning officer for the Jewish Federations of North America, anticipates that Netanyahu’s government will be one of a range of issues discussed at Seder tables around themes of slavery, democracy and freedom.
Those include “consumption and the risks of global warming,” as well as ”the lack of equity in American life, and the ways in which Black folks have to be afraid of structural racism and violence from a police force, as a form of slavery that people need to be freed from,” he said.
Jonathan D. Sarna, director of the Schusterman Center for Israel Studies at Brandeis University, sees inroads in the Haggadah, the text Jews use in many versions during a Seder, for open discussion on Israel.
“There are plenty of moments where one can really jump from the traditional liturgy and ask important questions. And that’s really what Passover is supposed to be about,” he said. “It’s not about debating. It’s about asking and framing the questions. I think productive discussions can really take place.”
Productive is key.
During Donald Trump’s presidency, some families were torn apart along the red-blue divide. That continues to play out during holidays when loved ones gather, and also includes friction over pandemic-related issues, like vaccines and masks.
For some American Jews, this is different and the same in big ways.
“There are definitely a mix of opinions in my family about politics, and specifically Israel politics,” said Talia Benamy, 36, in Brooklyn. “But I think there is a broad consensus: Everybody in my family agrees that this legislative push is bad news.”
When Benamy joined protests in New York in solidarity with demonstrators in Israel, she was joined by her 64-year-old mother, her brother and his three children, the oldest age 7. Participating was a good pre-Passover primer for the young ones.
“One of the key lines in the Haggadah is the idea that in each generation it’s incumbent upon us to see ourselves in the Passover story,” she said. “The way that we can do that now is to have conversations about what does freedom really mean, how does it manifest, and for who?”
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BOSTON, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Groundbreaking, peer-reviewed research by lead author Dr. Donna Housman, founder of Housman Institute, throws early childhood educators and parents a lifeline for improving young children's self-regulation and executive functioning skills at a time when children's social-emotional development and learning has suffered significantly due to the pandemic.
The research demonstrates that the linchpin to preparing a child for emotional health, well-being and lifelong learning is developing social and emotional competencies during the first years of life, when a brain is the most malleable.
The study shows that Housman Institute's flagship program begin to ECSEL (Emotional, Cognitive, and Social Early Learning), designed to promote young children's emotional competence, significantly increases children's self-regulation, executive functioning and ability to learn. The model is based on emotional foundations of learning and cognition.
Begin to ECSEL uses everyday emotional situations to teach young children appropriate strategies for managing feelings, behavior, and thinking, thereby fostering their development of self-regulation and executive functioning skills.
In the study, 94 children, ages 2 to 6, were enrolled in the begin to ECSEL preventive intervention program and matched with a comparison group not enrolled in the program.
The study applied a series of tests from the Preschool Self-Regulation Assessment of children's self-regulation and executive challenge functioning skills, measuring both "hot" and "cool" executive functions to assess impulse control and cognitive control, involving attention, thoughts and behaviors.
The outcome was compelling–the children enrolled in begin to ECSEL demonstrated significantly better self-regulation and executive functioning skills than the comparison group who was, on average, one year older.
"When a child is overwhelmed by dysregulated emotions, they cannot learn. This research is critical to understanding how fostering emotional competence and regulation from birth provides a pathway for children's mental health and learning," said Dr. Donna Housman. "In this study, begin to ECSEL profoundly enhanced participating children's self-regulation and executive functioning skills."
Millions of children born since the pandemic are at an increased risk of developmental delays not only due to maternal stress, but also due to postnatal isolation and limited socialization during critical formative years. This research could not be better timed as it offers early childhood educators a path forward to addressing issues of children's mental health, well-being and learning that did not exist in the same magnitude prior to the pandemic. Learn more about begin to ECSEL here.
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2023 Barracuda Championship Betting Odds, Favorites & Insights – Round 1
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Alabama executes man for 2001 beating death of woman, resuming lethal injections after review
ATMORE, Ala. (AP) — Alabama executed a man on Friday for the 2001 beating death of a woman as the state resumed lethal injections following a pause to review procedures.
James Barber, 64, was pronounced dead at 1:56 a.m. after receiving a lethal injection at a south Alabama prison.
Barber was convicted and sentenced to death for the 2001 beating death of 75-year-old Dorothy Epps. Prosecutors said Barber, a handyman, confessed to killing Epps with a claw hammer and fleeing with her purse. Jurors voted 11-1 to recommend a death sentence, which a judge imposed.
It was the first execution carried out in Alabama this year after the state halted executions last fall. Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey announced a pause on executions in November to conduct an internal review of procedures.
The move came after the state halted two lethal injections because of difficulties inserting IVs into the condemned men’s veins. Advocacy groups claimed a third execution, carried out after a delay because of IV problems, was botched, a claim the state has disputed.
Barber’s attorneys unsuccessfully asked the courts to block the execution, saying the state has a pattern of failing “to carry out a lethal injection execution in a constitutional manner.”
The state asked the courts to let the execution proceed.
“Mrs. Epps and her family have waited for justice for twenty-two years,” the Alabama attorney general’s office wrote in a court filing.
THIS IS A BREAKING NEWS UPDATE. AP’s earlier story follows below.
ATMORE, Ala. (AP) — Alabama plans to execute an inmate Friday morning for the 2001 beating death of a woman, in what would be the first lethal injection since the state paused executions following a string of problems with inserting the IVs.
James Barber, 64, is scheduled to be put to death at a south Alabama prison. The U.S. Supreme Court denied Barber’s request for a stay shortly after midnight and cleared the way for the execution to begin.
It is the first execution scheduled in the state since Gov. Kay Ivey paused executions in November to conduct an internal review after two lethal injections were called off because of difficulties inserting IVs into the condemned men’s veins.
Barber was convicted in the 2001 beating death of 75-year-old Dorothy Epps in Harvest, Alabama. Prosecutors said Barber, a handyman who knew Epps’ daughter, confessed to killing Epps with a claw hammer and fleeing with her purse. Jurors voted 11-1 to recommend a death sentence, which a judge imposed.
Barber’s scheduled execution comes hours after Oklahoma executed Jemaine Cannon for stabbing a Tulsa woman to death with a butcher knife in 1995 after his escape from a prison work center.
Barber’s attorney’s asked the Supreme Court to halt the execution, citing Alabama’s recent problems.
Attorneys for inmate Alan Miller said prison staff poked him with needles for over an hour as they unsuccessfully tried to connect an IV line to him and at one point left him hanging vertically on a gurney during his aborted execution in September. State officials called off the November execution of Kenneth Eugene Smith after they were unsuccessful in connecting the second of two required lines.
Advocacy groups claimed a third execution, carried out in July after a delay because of IV problems, was botched because of multiple attempts to connect the line, a claim the state has disputed.
Ivey announced in February that the state was resuming executions. Alabama Corrections Commissioner John Hamm said prison system had added to its pool of medical professionals, ordered new equipment and conducted additional rehearsals.
Attorneys for Barber argued his execution “will likely be botched in the same manner as the prior three.”
The Supreme Court denied Barber’s request for a stay without comment. Justice Sonia Sotomayor dissented from the decision in a writing joined by Justice Elena Kagan and Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson.
“The Eighth Amendment demands more than the State’s word that this time will be different. The Court should not allow Alabama to test the efficacy of its internal review by using Barber as its ‘guinea pig,’” Sotomayor wrote.
The Alabama attorney general’s office had urged the Supreme Court to let the execution proceed.
The state wrote that the previous executions were called off because of a “confluence of events—including health issues specific to the individual inmates and last-minute litigation brought by the inmates that dramatically shortened the window for ADOC officials to conduct the executions.”
“Dorothy Epps, Smith’s victim, has survivors who have already waited overlong to see justice done,” the office added.
In the hours leading up to the scheduled execution, Barber had 22 visitors and two phone calls, a prison spokesperson said. Barber ate a final meal of loaded hashbrowns, western omelet, spicy sausage and toast.
One of the changes Alabama made following the internal review was to give the state more time to carry out executions. The Alabama Supreme Court did away with its customary midnight deadline to get an execution underway in order to give the state more time to establish an IV line and battle last-minute legal appeals. The state will have until 6 a.m. Friday to start Barber’s execution.
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CHINO, Calif., April 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Atezr, a pioneering and innovative brand in the laser engraving industry, is committed to pushing boundaries and driving innovation. Recently, Atezr launched a new line of powerful second-generation laser engraving machines, including 10W, 20W, and 35W models. These machines boast several technical advantages over their predecessors, the most notable of which is a significant speed improvement, with a maximum engraving speed of 5600 mm/min—more than three times faster than the previous generation—resulting in a 40–60% reduction in project completion times. Each model has a resume function that detects when the machine has experienced a loss of power and can continue where it left off when turned back on. These and other impressive features make Atezr's second-generation laser engravers the ideal choice for those wishing to enhance their productivity and efficiency.
The advanced optical axes and industrial rails seen in these newest machines result in a lifespan that is four times longer than previous iterations, which equates to about 180,000 movements in any direction. The LED display accurately identifies the laser module's power usage, making it easy to monitor during operation. Furthermore, second-generation Atezr machines come with a 4.3-inch movable touchscreen that allows users to manage settings, such as toggling the flame detector and adjusting the auto-focusing, in one place.
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City Chiefs will host an NFL record fifth consecutive AFC Championship this Sunday when the Cincinnati Bengals come to town.
It’s a repeat of last season’s conference championship, but Chiefs fans are hoping for a different outcome.
Kansas City has lost the past three matchups with Cincinnati, and now they’ll look to avoid a fourth and advance to Super Bowl LVII.
The biggest question on every Chiefs fan’s mind is quarterback Patrick Mahomes’ ankle. Mahomes was diagnosed with a high-ankle sprain following Kansas City’s AFC divisional round win over Jacksonville.
But after the game Mahomes said he’s “good to go” for the championship. On Monday, Chiefs coach Andy Reid said the injury isn’t as serious as the one Mahomes suffered in 2019, and he’ll play on Sunday.
It’s good news for fans because the Chiefs will need to bring their best if they want to go to their third Super Bowl in four years.
Here’s what to know if you’re headed to GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium this Sunday.
Tickets
You can buy Chiefs tickets on the team’s website or on a third-party site like Tickets for Less or SeatGeek, but be prepared to pay a pretty penny to see the Chiefs in the AFC Championship.
Tickets are still available for Sunday’s game, but even the cheapest seats will cost you hundreds of dollars.
“Right now, tickets are starting around $400,” said Jason Durbin, VP of ticket operations with Tickets for Less.
“That’s actually a little bit cheaper right now than last year at this time, coming off the exciting win and the Bengals hadn’t been in so long. This year, it’s still the biggest game we’ve seen all year. It’s still a hot ticket. It’s just slightly down from last year.”
FOX4 found some even better deals that are just over $300 per ticket, as of Monday, but the top seats in Arrowhead Stadium are going for over $2,000 per ticket.
Don’t forget: All Chiefs games are mobile ticketing only. If someone is trying to give you a paper ticket, it’s not real.
“Just make sure you’re buying from a secure source,” Durbin previously told FOX4. “Make sure you’re double checking where you’re getting it from. You know sometimes someone can make it look like a real good deal, and it might not be one.”
The team encourages fans to add their tickets to their mobile wallet to make getting through the gate easier.
Pregame timeline
The Chiefs final home game of the regular season kicks off just after 5:30 p.m. Sunday.
Fans are encouraged to arrive at Arrowhead early since there are plenty of things going on at the stadium before the game starts. Give yourself plenty of time to get to your seats so you don’t miss any of the action on the field.
- 1 p.m. – Parking gates open
- 1:30 p.m. – Ford Tailgate District Opens
- 3 p.m. – CommunityAmerica Club Level gates open
- 3:30 p.m. – All GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium gates open
- 4:25 p.m. – Team warm-ups begin
- 5:21 p.m. – Jaguars team introduction
- 5:23 p.m. – Chiefs team introduction
- 5:27 p.m. – National anthem
- 5:30 p.m. – Coin toss
- 5:32 p.m. – Kickoff
Parking
Parking lots open at 1 p.m. Sunday ahead of kickoff, but as we’ve seen in the past, fans will likely start lining up hours before that.
Fans headed to the game need to remember that all parking passes must be purchased in advance online. Payments won’t be accepted at the parking gates.
Regular parking passes are now $62 for the AFC Championship game. If you bring a bus or RV, you’ll be required to purchase a different pass, which now costs $130.
You’ll be able to access your parking pass on the Chiefs mobile app.
Fans planning to use ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft should plan to get dropped off and picked up at the Missouri Welcome Center located between Gates 1 and 2 on Blue Ridge Cutoff.
Getting through the gate
All stadium gates open at 3:30 p.m. Saturday, about two hours before kickoff.
Arrowhead Stadium has a Clear Bag Policy, and that means fans are only allowed to bring a clear plastic bag, a one-gallon, clear zip-seal bag or a small clutch bag into the stadium. Backpacks, fanny packs, purses and more are not allowed.
Speaking of things that aren’t allowed, items like food, weapons, noisemakers, laser pointers and fireworks are banned at Arrowhead.
Fans are still allowed to bring sealed water bottles, blankets, small umbrellas, signs and flags. See the full list of prohibited and permitted items.
No cash allowed
The Chiefs went completely cashless a few years ago, and that will continue going forward.
All concession stands and retail locations do not allow cash. Traditional credit and debit card options are still available, and mobile wallet payments like Apple Pay, Google Pay and Samsung Pay are also accepted.
Chiefs spirit
The Chiefs haven’t announced their pregame entertainment, drum honoree, possible halftime shows or other fun for the AFC Championship yet.
FOX4 will update this story once that information is released. | 2023-01-24T01:02:37+00:00 | upmatters.com | https://www.upmatters.com/sports/the-big-game/chiefs-vs-bengals-what-to-know-if-youre-going-to-the-afc-championship/ |
Temple police looking for missing teenager
Published: Sep. 19, 2022 at 8:17 PM CDT|Updated: 28 minutes ago
TEMPLE, Texas (KWTX) - The Temple Police Department in Central Texas is searching for 14-year-old Aniah Andino.
Aniah is reportedly 5′5″ tall and weighs about 130 pounds. Police say she has brown hair and brown eyes.
The girl was last seen last Tuesday in the 1100 block of S. 21st Street.
If you have information on her whereabouts, please call the Temple Police Department at 254-298-5500.
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Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart says the Chicago area summer has seen a huge spike in car thefts -- specifically in Kia and Hyundai.
"Since July 1, there have been 642 reported thefts of Kia and Hyundai vehicles in Cook County," a press release from Thomas J. Dart's office said in a press release, "compared to 74 during the same period last year."
That's a 767% increase, the release said.
According to the Sheriff's office, videos on social media breaking down how to steal the cars appear to be at the center of the massive surge in thefts.
"The increases are believed to be connected to the sharing of videos on social media that demonstrate how to start these vehicles without a key," the release continued.
Additionally the car thieves seem to be specifically targeting "unoccupied vehicles that require a physical key, not a starter button."
The Sheriff's office is encouraging owner of Kia and Hyundai vehicles to take steps to reduce the threat of theft, including:
- Installing a "kill switch" that renders a vehicle inoperable without a separate key
- Adding a car alarm with motion detection
- Installing a steering wheel locking device
- Installing a vehicle tracking system
Additionally, Kia and Hyundai owners are encouraged to fill out a consent form that allows them to receive vehicle identification stickers that can help investigators track the car should it be stolen. | 2022-08-12T19:20:37+00:00 | nbcchicago.com | https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/kia-hyundai-thefts-in-chicago-area-are-up-767-percent-cook-county-sheriff-says/2913579/ |
LEOMA, TENNESSEE — Betty Garretson Sandlin, 86, died Friday, June 16, 2023. Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 18, 2023, from 1-3 p.m., at Neal Funeral Home. A graveside service will follow at 3:30 p.m., at Mimosa Cemetery .She was a member of Leoma Baptist Church.
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PHILADELPHIA – There were no corrections officers assigned specifically to watch the housing unit of a Philadelphia prison when two inmates escaped Sunday night, and no armed perimeter guards were on duty as the men broke through the prison's fence, a correctional officers union official told The Associated Press on Tuesday.
Days later, authorities are still searching for the two men — including one who is facing charges in four murders. The men were gone for nearly 19 hours before officials knew they were missing from the Philadelphia Industrial Correctional Center.
The city's prison department is so understaffed that they have not had the armed perimeter guards on duty during that specific nighttime shift for eight or nine months, said David Robinson, president of the public service employees union’s District 33 Council that represents the correctional officers.
When the prison is fully staffed, two corrections officers would be assigned to each housing unit. But with recent staffing shortages, the prison has regularly only had one officer assigned to housing units. When other officers don't report to work, or the prison reaches critically low staffing levels, one officer might be assigned to monitor multiple units, Robinson said. That's what happened the night the men escaped, he said.
“I’ve been talking about the staffing and safety issues for years and seemingly being ignored. I've been saying how something is going to happen, and now that something has happened, so are you listening now?” Robinson said. “Of course I'm not saying that the commissioner took a key and let them out, but vital posts were cut that could have prevented this.”
In a statement late Tuesday, the executive staff of the department “categorically denied” claims that the executive office had closed posts due to a staffing shortage and that those closures enabled the escape.
Philadelphia Prisons Department Commissioner Blanche Carney said during a news conference Monday night that headcounts conducted at 11 p.m. on Sunday, 3 a.m. on Monday, and 7 a.m. on Monday reportedly showed that all prisoners were accounted for, and prison staff did not become aware of the escaped inmates until about 3 p.m. Monday. Prison officials said there was an ongoing investigation reviewing staffing assignments and security tapes.
Ameen Hurst, 18, and Nasir Grant, 24, escaped from the center, one of several prison facilities clustered together along State Road, around 8:30 p.m. Sunday by cutting a hole in a fence surrounding a recreation yard, the Philadelphia Department of Prisons said.
“We have protocols in place and those protocols were not followed," Carney said Monday. "That yard should have been secured, and the fence not breached.”
Mayor Jim Kenney said that they want to find out exactly what happened. “Clearly the system screwed up and people didn't do what what they're supposed to do," he said.
City officials said they were investigating what protocols were not followed and how the counts did not turn up the missing inmates until the next day.
But Robinson and others, including former City Controller Rebecca Rhynhart and prison monitors have all complained about the worsening staffing levels and the potential dangerous situations that come along with it. The department is a little more than 800 officers down, which is about 40% below the city-approved deployment plan to safely cover the jails that house about 4,300 men and women.
“Those vacancies put a huge stress on the officers present and on the day-to-day function of the jails,” said Noah Barth, the prison monitoring director for the Pennsylvania Prison Society, an independent organization that monitors conditions in jails and prisons across the state and advocates for humane conditions for incarcerated people.
Barth said he didn't have access to the staffing logbooks, but said monitors for the society had previously reported issues with reported falsifications in the recreation logbooks and in laundry logs. Multiple incarcerated people in different units described being forced to sign the recreational time logbooks and then were not given that time out of their cell. Those prisoners described guards saying their phone privileges would be taken away if they complained.
Most of the reports from the society and accompanying recommendations have been met with denials or skepticism from department leaders, Barth said.
And the staffing shortages mean new officers are working extended overtime shifts.
“Literally yesterday, I had a cadet call me. He just graduated last month, and he said to me, ‘I don’t want to quit, but I don't want to die either,'” Robinson said. “And I want to say hang in there, but I can't tell him stay if he feels he isn't safe.”
Robinson said the council issued a no confidence vote on Commissioner Carney on May 2, and it was a unanimous vote from membership.
Philadelphia police said Hurst was arrested in March 2021. He's accused of shooting and killing a man on Christmas Eve 2020, said Frank Vanore, Philadelphia police deputy commissioner of investigations. The other three shootings happened in March 2021.
“He's a very dangerous individual from what we know, and we are looking for the public's help to get him back,” Vanore said at the news conference.
Grant was being held on conspiracy drug charges and conspiracy weapons charges, Carney said. The inmates were housed in the same unit, but different cells, she said.
Robinson questioned why an inmate facing charges in four murders wasn't being housed at the Curran-Fromhold Corrections Center, which has a concrete wall rather than a fence. | 2023-05-10T01:48:33+00:00 | ksat.com | https://www.ksat.com/news/2023/05/09/perimeter-guards-absent-as-2-men-escaped-philadelphia-prison/ |
Missing Manatee County girl found safe
Published: Aug. 30, 2022 at 6:15 PM EDT|Updated: 27 minutes ago
BRADENTON, Fla. (WWSB) - A Bradenton girl missing since Saturday night has been found safe, officials confirm.
Emma Holmes was last seen with her friends last night in the 2000 block of Harvard Avenue.
Her concerned family was set to begin a ground search but she was found safe in Clearwater.
Copyright 2022 WWSB. All rights reserved. | 2022-08-30T22:44:01+00:00 | mysuncoast.com | https://www.mysuncoast.com/2022/08/30/missing-manatee-county-teen-found-safe/ |
CHAPEL HILL, N.C., June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of North Carolina Press (UNC Press), a nonprofit publisher of both scholarly and general-interest books and journals, is celebrating the centennial of its founding.
Established in 1922, UNC Press was the first university press in the South and one of the first in the nation. The Press's regional publishing program—aimed at general readers and offering engaging, authoritative work on all aspects of the region's history and culture, its natural and built environment, its music, food, literature, geography, plant and animal life—has been widely adopted in other parts of the country. The Press has earned a distinguished reputation over its one hundred years by publishing excellent work from the nation's leading scholars, writers, and intellectuals, and by presenting that work effectively to wide-ranging audiences. Over the years, Press books have won hundreds of prestigious awards, including the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award, and those of many national and international scholarly societies. Today, the imprint of UNC Press is recognized worldwide as a mark of publishing excellence—both for what and how it publishes. Because of its respected authors who rely on the Press to connect readers with important ideas, the name of the University of North Carolina is carried on Press books and journals across the country and around the globe, in both print and digital formats.
"The founding of UNC Press in the spring of 1922 was a visionary act that was part of a series of investments made by the state and campus leadership to transform UNC from a sleepy southern university into the center of gravity for the study of the South. UNC Press legitimized the study of the South and shared the southern way of life with the world. From the beginning, the press identified voices of the region whose stories were not being told or explained. Some were stories that were just overlooked: stories from Appalachia or about women or agrarian life. Some were stories that made people uncomfortable: books about racial injustices, or about poverty, or about lynching."—John Sherer, Spangler Family Director of UNC Press.
Sherer further states: "This is a great Press, but 100 years didn't come easily. The Great Depression. The World War. Countless recessions. Our building once burned to the ground. And now the pandemic. But despite this, I am confident that the Press's best years are to come. Despite the pain of the pandemic, we've learned to do some remarkable things. Building on the previous generations of innovators and on the enormous success of the team today, the Press will endure through the whatever the next calamity is that the Fates throw at us. We're doing the hard work now to ensure the University of North Carolina Press remains an essential and progressive force for the university, the state, the region, and world."
Earlier this year, UNC Press unveiled a new logo/branding design to commemorate this anniversary year.
The vast roster of UNC Press authors includes historians such as John Hope Franklin, Gerda Lerner, Gordon Wood, Mary Kelley, Jacquelyn Dowd Hall, Nell Irvin Painter, Glenda Gilmore, Timothy Tyson, Gary W. Gallagher, Tiya Miles, Laurent Dubois, Cedric Robinson, and Louis A. Pérez Jr.; scholars of American and world religions including Carl W. Ernst, Anthea Butler, and Catherine Brekus; lauded literary writers and critics such as Elizabeth Lawrence, Cleanth Brooks, Phillis Wheatley, Thomas Wolfe, Paul Green, and Wilma Dykeman; prominent scholars of the American South from Howard Odum to William Ferris; food and cookbook writers, including Adrian Miller and Bill Neal; and local celebrities such as David Stick, Bill Neal, Mildred (Mama Dip) Council, and Bland Simpson.
UNC Press operates simultaneously in a business environment and in the world of scholarship and ideas, advancing the University of North Carolina System's triple mission of teaching, research, and public service by publishing first-rate books and journals for students, scholars, and general readers.
About the University of North Carolina Press: Celebrating the centennial year of its founding in 2022, UNC Press advances the research, teaching, and public service missions of a great public university by publishing excellent work from leading scholars, writers, and intellectuals and by presenting that work to both academic audiences and general readers. Through its wholly owned not-for-profit subsidiary, Longleaf Services, UNC Press is providing much-needed economies of scale in back-end services for a growing group of university presses. Additionally, the Office of Scholarly Publishing Services expands UNC Press's role within the 16-campus UNC System to support publishing originating at these diverse universities.
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Max Stock Limited (TASE: MAXO); (the "Company", "Max Stock") announced holdings of interested parties and senior officers as of December 31, 2022
Published: Jan. 6, 2023 at 1:32 AM CST|Updated: 1 hour ago
CAESAREA, Israel, Jan. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --
A. Corporation's interested parties (including the CEO and directors, and including any other employee holding 5% or more of the corporation's issued share capital or voting rights):
B. Corporation's senior officers (excluding the CEO and directors, and excluding any other employee holding 5% or more of the corporation's issued share capital or voting rights):
Presented below is a summary table of the holdings of the corporation's senior officers:
The summary table below includes an overview of interested party holdings which were subject to a change in the reporting period:
(*) As notified to the Company by the interested party or to the best of the Company's knowledge.
(**) For a detailed description of which corporate entities are included as part of the interested party's reported holdings – please see the full text of the report dated January 5, 2023 published on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange distribution website (MAYA).
This is an English translation of excerpts of a Hebrew immediate report that was published on January 5, 2023 (Ref. No: 2023-01-003283 (hereinafter: the "Hebrew Version")). This English version is only for convenience purposes. This is not an official translation and has no binding force. Whilst reasonable care and skill have been exercised in the preparation hereof, no translation can ever perfectly reflect the Hebrew Version. In the event of any discrepancy between the Hebrew Version and this translation, the Hebrew Version shall prevail.
About Max Stock
Max Stock (TASE: MAXO) is Israel's leading extreme value retailer, currently present in 56 locations throughout Israel. We offer a broad assortment of quality products for customers' everyday needs at affordable prices, helping customers 'Dream Big, Pay Small'. For more information, please visit https://ir.maxstock.co.il
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Man hands meth to officers during traffic stop instead of registration, police say
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. (WDTV/Gray News) - Two men are facing charges after police said they found drugs on the men while conducting a traffic stop over the previous weekend.
According to a criminal complaint, officers with the Bridgeport Police Department stopped a vehicle on a local highway for improper registration, as reported by WDTV.
Authorities said officers made contact with the driver, Roy Porter, 57, and he handed over a packet believed to be the registration information for the vehicle.
However, during the process, a small plastic bag fell out, which police said contained a crystal-like substance that was consistent with methamphetamine.
Officers report a K-9 unit was called, resulting in a positive indication of drugs in the vehicle. Porter was found to have approximately 4 grams of meth in his possession.
Police said Jared Mayle, the passenger in the vehicle, was then found to have two plastic bags with him containing about 220 grams of meth.
Porter has been charged with conspiracy to commit a felony, and Mayle was charged with possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance, according to police.
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(NEXSTAR) – Don’t make him turn this plane around.
A pilot with Southwest Airlines was heard scolding a traveler who allegedly AirDropped unsolicited “naked pictures” to other passengers ahead of a recent flight from Houston to Cabo San Lucas.
He also threatened to return the plane to the gate if the nudes didn’t stop.
“So here’s the deal, if this continues while we’re on the ground, I’m going to have to pull back to the gate, everybody’s going to have to get off, we’re going to have to get security involved and it’s … vacation is going to be ruined,” the pilot can be heard saying in a video shared to TikTok by passenger Teighlor Marsalis last week.
“So you folks, whatever that AirDrop thing is, quit sending naked pictures and let’s get yourself to Cabo,” the pilot added.
The video has since been 2.6 million times.
Marsalis told Nexstar that the plane was preparing to leave on Aug. 24 when the male passenger “AirDropped a nude photo of himself” to everyone else on the plane.
One of the travelers told a flight attendant, who subsequently informed the pilot, Marsalis said. She added that there were no more unsolicited AirDrops for the remainder of the trip.
“The flight made it happily to Cabo with no more nudes!” Marsalis said.
Southwest Airlines provided a statement to Nexstar in response to Marsalis’ viral clip, but declined to share further details or confirm whether any of the passengers were barred from future flights.
“The safety, security and wellbeing of Customers and Employees is the Southwest Team’s highest priority at all times,” the airline wrote. “When made aware of a potential problem, our Employees address issues to support the comfort of those traveling with us.”
Apple’s AirDrop feature, available on iOS devices, allows users to share photos, videos or files with other Apple devices that are “within Bluetooth and WiFi range.” The sender does not need specific contact information for recipients, though users can choose to restrict unsolicited AirDrops from unknown senders. | 2022-08-31T18:04:31+00:00 | fox44news.com | https://www.fox44news.com/news/national-world-news/pilot-scolds-southwest-airlines-passenger-for-allegedly-airdropping-naked-pictures-to-entire-plane/ |
BEREA, Ohio -- Browns Owner Jimmy Haslam said he’d make the trade for Deshaun Watson all over again knowing what he knows now.
“Absolutely,’’ he said during a press conference Thursday after Watson’s suspension was nearly doubled from six games without pay to 11 in a settlement between the NFL and NFL Players Association. | 2022-08-18T20:31:57+00:00 | cleveland.com | https://www.cleveland.com/browns/2022/08/jimmy-haslam-absolutely-would-trade-for-deshaun-watson-over-again-knowing-what-he-knows-now.html |
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Chris Kirk’s last win on the PGA Tour was nearly eight years ago. He’s put himself in a position to change that at the Honda Classic.
Kirk battled his way to a 4-under round of 66 on Saturday, putting him at 13-under 197 for the week and giving him a two-shot lead over Eric Cole (66) through three rounds at PGA National.
His last win on tour was at Colonial in 2015 — 180 tournaments ago. He’s a four-time winner on tour, played in the Presidents Cup in 2015, and has been waiting to hoist a trophy again since.
Kirk made a wild birdie on the last, after his second shot on the par-5 18th wound up next to the grandstand and underneath someone’s bag that was left against structure. He got a drop, chipped on from there and made the putt to restore a two-shot lead.
And now he has a chance to be a winner again — with most of the players nearest to him on the leaderboard looking for their first tour wins.
“It’s been so long since I’ve won,” Kirk said. “I’m going to be plenty nervous, just as nervous as those guys are probably.”
Cole stayed in the mix with his second consecutive round of 66.
“It’s awesome,” Cole said. “I’ve never played this event before. Tried to qualify a bunch of times … I’m enjoying every minute of it.”
Justin Suh holed out from the fairway for an eagle on the par-4 12th, and is alone in third at 10 under. He shot even-par 70 on Saturday.
Shane Lowry (65) is 9 under, and right in the mix after having a chance to win the Honda last year until the 72nd hole. He’s tied with Ben Taylor (69).
“If I can just hang around all day, hopefully I can give myself a chance coming down the stretch,” Lowry said. “I think I did what I needed to do today.”
Among those lurking: defending champion Sepp Straka, who followed opening rounds of 69 and 68 with a 66 on Saturday. He’s 7 under for the week, six shots back. It was Straka’s sixth consecutive round in the 60’s at PGA National.
“It’s a tough test, but if you’re hitting it good, you can score,” Straka said.
Straka went to Georgia, as did Kirk. When Straka got his first win at Honda a year ago, Kirk was one of the players who braved an intense rainstorm to congratulate Straka when it was over.
“We stay together all the time. He’s usually the guy that gets us a house,” Straka said. “I’ve gotten to know Chris very well over the last few years, one of my best friends. He’s been playing great golf for a couple years now. It’s not surprising to me, especially around this course.”
Sunday is a big day for two players with a shot of qualifying for The Players Championship by getting into the top 50 in the world. Min Woo Lee struggled to a 73 on Saturday and is tied for 58th at even par through 54 holes; Adrian Meronk is tied for 20th at 4 under.
Lee started the week No. 47; Meronk started No. 53.
DIVOTS: Ryan Brehm (64) made a big move Saturday, starting the round tied for 60th and finishing tied for 15th at 5-under 205. … Akshay Bhatia needed a new outfit after playing a ball from the water. He went shirtless for the shot – one of two shirtless escapades during his round — getting covered in mud, and his girlfriend brought him a change of clothes. “It was really gross. Really, really gross,” Bhatia said.
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AP golf: https://apnews.com/hub/golf and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports | 2023-02-26T19:29:21+00:00 | wjhl.com | https://www.wjhl.com/sports/us-world-sports/ap-kirk-battles-takes-2-shot-lead-into-final-round-at-honda/ |
Nashville, Tenn. (AP) — U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona’s household as a child was filled with music. Both his parents were performers, and he and his siblings were their backing band.
“My brother played the guitar and I played percussion. My sister joined in on choruses. We grew up together singing, and music was a huge part of our growing up and our connection to our roots,” he said.
But he says in too many school systems, students don’t have access to music education or instruments. After two years of dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, U.S. schools are struggling with teacher shortages in some areas, renewed calls for school security and dramatic setbacks in learning. Cardona believes music education is a part of the solution to rebuilding students and their schools.
“Now as a father, seeing how music teachers have helped my children these last two years, they were high schoolers in the pandemic, and they missed their sense of community,” said Cardona. “And those music teachers know how to reconnect them to community.”
Cardona was in Nashville, Tennessee, on Wednesday to meet with educators from across the U.S. who were selected as music teachers of excellence through the Country Music Association Foundation. The charitable arm of the CMA has donated $29 million over the years to support a variety of music education programs, including service grants to nonprofits, funding for teacher professional development, mentorships for teachers, and other assistance.
Vivian Gonzalez, a teacher at Miami Arts Studio 6-12 @ Zelda Glazer in Florida, said she adapted during the COVID-19 pandemic to teach music online and in-person, but it was a challenge. But as students and parents struggled with the secondary effects of the pandemic, she said music and art teachers were attuned to see those changes.
“While the students were away, we had many students who had housing instability and food instability and that had mental health crises within their home and personally themselves,” said Gonzalez, who was one of the 30 teachers named as music teachers of excellence this year. “And what we found was that our arts teachers were the ones that were the most alerted to those situations, because we’ve known these students for such a long time.”
Cardona said he heard about teachers in Texas that created mariachi bands to keep students connected to their schools. Some students said that music programs were the main thing that kept them in school during the pandemic.
“I have to say music teachers have had to innovate the most, introduce students to instruments that maybe they don’t have access to or keep them engaged,” he said.
Emily Riley, another teacher honored this year, said music builds up self-esteem and discipline through practice, but it also helps kids build relationship skills.
“One of the things I think people are really worried about is social skills coming out of the pandemic,” said Riley, a music teacher at Julia Green Elementary School in Nashville. “That has always been a value of music education, especially in elementary school.”
Country star Kix Brooks, one half of the hitmaking duo Brooks & Dunn, was one of the artists who helped build awareness about the needs of music programs. What started with a focus on Nashville schools has expanded across the country, thanks in part to money raised by artists performing for free at the annual CMA Fest, which this summer raised $2 million for the foundation.
“We had enough money at the time to start to reach out to New York City, to New Orleans, to Los Angeles, big cities where there’s huge concentrations of children who don’t have music programs,” said Brooks, whose sister was a teacher in Nashville.
On Wednesday night, teachers and their principals mingled and ate dinner with country stars like Maddie & Tae, Ashley McBryde and Brittney Spencer. Tiffany Kerns, executive director of the CMA Foundation, said the idea for a night to celebrate teachers came from their saying that music education was treated as secondary to core subjects.
“One of the key things that teachers said to us was ‘We do not feel valued within the walls of our school. We are not seen as a subject matter the way that math, science, English literacy are seen,’” said Kerns. “And so therefore, they were feeling like they were treated less than and were never recognized.”
Prior to the dinner, Brooks warmed up with a group of high school musicians on a performance of his song, “Rock My World (Little Country Girl).” But while the kids had learned the song the way it was recorded, Brooks was teaching them how to improvise on stage, a key skill of any Nashville musician.
“I’m also throwing them a curve ball because they learned the record the way it is,” he said. “There’s a time when it goes to a chord, stops, and I said, ‘Just keep playing, keep playing that chord. I’m going to have a harmonica and I’m going to jam with you guys.’”
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For more AP education news, visit: https://apnews.com/hub/education | 2022-10-20T20:58:51+00:00 | cbs42.com | https://www.cbs42.com/entertainment/ap-entertainment/ap-education-chief-says-music-can-rebuild-connections-to-school/ |
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BEIJING — Beijing grumbled but swallowed its irritation in 1997 when then-Speaker Newt Gingrich of the U.S. House of Representatives visited Taiwan, the island democracy claimed by the mainland’s ruling Communist Party as its own territory.
China had other priorities. President Jiang Zemin’s government was preparing to celebrate Hong Kong’s return and wanted to lock in Beijing’s emergence from diplomatic isolation after its 1989 crackdown on pro-democracy demonstrations in Tiananmen Square. Gingrich, a booster of closer U.S.-Chinese ties, had just helped that campaign by meeting Jiang in Beijing. China avoided a disruptive clash with Washington.
A quarter-century later, conditions have changed drastically. Chinese President Xi Jinping’s government is richer, more heavily armed and less willing to compromise over Taiwan following news reports the current speaker, Nancy Pelosi, might become the most senior U.S. official since Gingrich to visit the island.
Beijing sees any official contact with Taiwan as recognition of its democratically elected government, which the mainland says has no right to conduct foreign relations.
The timing adds to political pressure. Xi is widely expected to try to award himself a third five-year term as party leader at a meeting in the autumn. That could be undercut if rivals can accuse Xi of failing to be tough enough in the face of what they consider American provocation.
Pelosi has yet to confirm whether she might visit, but Beijing is warning of “forceful measures” including military action if she does.
The United States “must not arrange for Pelosi to visit Taiwan,” a Chinese Ministry of Defense spokesman, Tan Kefei, said Tuesday.
“If the United States goes ahead with this, the Chinese military will never watch and do nothing,” Tan said. “It will take strong measures to thwart any external interference and separatist plans for ‘Taiwan independence’ and resolutely defend national sovereignty and territorial integrity.”
Tan referred to Pelosi as “No. 3 in the U.S. government,” after her place in the line of succession to become president. That suggests Beijing sees her as President Joe Biden’s subordinate, instead of his equal as head of one of three independent branches of the government.
Biden told reporters the American military thinks a visit is “not a good idea right now.” But, possibly in deference to her position, the president hasn’t said Pelosi shouldn’t go. U.S. officials told The Associated Press that if Pelosi goes, the American military would likely use fighter jets, ships and other forces to provide protection for her flight.
Chinese rhetoric about that is “quite disturbing,” the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen. Mark Milley, told the Australian Broadcasting Corp. “If we’re asked, we’ll do what is necessary in order to ensure a safe visit.”
U.S. officials have said the administration doubts China would take direct action against Pelosi herself or try to sabotage the visit. But they don’t rule out the possibility that China could escalate provocative flights of military aircraft in or near Taiwanese airspace and naval patrols in the Taiwan Strait should the trip take place. And they don’t preclude Chinese actions elsewhere in the region as a show of strength.
Taiwan and China split in 1949 after a civil war that ended with a communist victory on the mainland. Both governments say they are one country but disagree about which is the national leader. The two sides have no official relations but are connected by billions of dollars of trade and investment.
The United States switched diplomatic recognition from Taipei to Beijing in 1979 but has extensive commercial and unofficial ties with the island. U.S. law obligates Washington to make sure Taiwan has the means to defend itself.
Beijing hasn’t hesitated to try to intimidate Taiwan with shows of force.
The ruling party’s military, the People’s Liberation Army, fired missiles into the sea near Taiwan to drive voters away from then-President Lee Teng-hui in the island’s first direct presidential election in early 1996. That backfired by allowing Lee to talk tough about standing up to Beijing in front of cheering supporters. He was elected with 54% of the vote in a four-way race.
The U.S. responded by dispatching two aircraft carrier battle groups to the area, a move that forced China to acknowledge it couldn’t stop Washington from coming to Taiwan’s aid, which helped propel Beijing’s massive military upgrading in the years since.
The following year, Gingrich led a delegation of American lawmakers to Taiwan following a three-day visit to the mainland. That followed a visit to Beijing the previous week by Vice President Al Gore.
Previously one of Beijing’s fiercest critics in Washington on human rights and Taiwan, Gingrich praised China’s economic development. He talked sympathetically about the challenges Beijing would face running Hong Kong after 150 years of British rule. He said Congress supported China’s claim to Taiwan so long as unification was peaceful. He expressed hope the two sides might evolve to become one state.
Gingrich said he told Chinese leaders that “we will defend Taiwan” but said they responded that Beijing had no intention of attacking.
After Gingrich’s comments, China’s foreign ministry said it was confused about U.S. policy. “What the U.S. government and the leaders of some government branches say and what they promised are not the same,” a ministry spokesman, Shen Guofang, said at the time.
In the quarter-century since then, Beijing’s stance toward Taiwan has hardened and its military resources have grown. And the mainland has warned it will invade if talks on uniting the two sides fail to make progress.
China passed Germany and Japan to become the second-largest economy behind the United States. Its military spending also is No. 2 after Washington at $293 billion in 2021 following a 27-year string of increases, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute.
The political landscape also has been changed by the rise of Xi, who has amassed more power over the past decade than any Chinese leader since at least the 1980s and wants to be seen as restoring the country to its historic greatness. That includes being more assertive abroad and stepping up pressure on Taiwan.
The ruling party has spent hundreds of billions of dollars to develop fighter planes, submarines, an aircraft carrier and other high-tech weapons. It is working on “carrier killer” missiles that are believed to be meant to block the U.S. Navy from defending Taiwan in the event of an attack. The PLA sends growing numbers of fighters and bombers to fly near Taiwan.
Beijing’s bigger economy and global role also give it more diplomatic tools to show its anger to Washington. The Biden administration wants Chinese cooperation on climate, fighting the coronavirus and other global challenges, all of which Beijing could disrupt.
Washington and Beijing already are mired in conflicts over trade, Hong Kong, Beijing’s treatment of Muslim minorities and Chinese claims to large sections of the South China and East China Seas.
Pelosi is hardly new to irking Beijing. As a rookie member of Congress in 1991, she unfurled a black-and-white banner on Tiananmen Square that said, “To those who died for democracy.” This came two years after the bloody crackdown in which hundreds, perhaps thousands were killed. Diplomatic protocol prevented Chinese police from detaining Pelosi.
A visit to Taiwan could cause long-term harm to U.S.-Chinese relations, said Liu Jiangyong, an international relations specialist at Tsinghua University.
Allowing a visit to go ahead “will affect the credibility of recent promises the Biden administration has made,” Liu said. Dialogue between Biden and Xi about other issues “may all be seriously affected.”
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AP researcher Yu Bing in Beijing and AP Writers David Rising in Bangkok and Lolita C. Baldor in Sydney contributed. | 2022-07-28T14:46:02+00:00 | abqjournal.com | https://www.abqjournal.com/2519927/a-richer-stronger-china-warns-pelosi-not-to-visit-taiwan.html |
China accuses the U.K. of protecting fugitives from Hong Kong By Willem Marx Published July 5, 2023 at 3:05 AM MDT Facebook Email Print Listen • 2:48 The U.S. and its allies have condemned China's call for a bounty on the heads of exiled political activists from Hong Kong. It's a move that has caused tensions with the U.K. Copyright 2023 NPR | 2023-07-05T10:12:49+00:00 | kunm.org | https://www.kunm.org/2023-07-05/china-accuses-the-u-k-of-protecting-fugitives-from-hong-kong |
HIALEAH, Fla. – Officials with the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office released surveillance video Wednesday showing last month’s violent attack on a canvasser for Republican U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio in Hialeah.
Two men were accused in the Oct. 23 attack on Christopher Monzon as he passed out campaign material near East 60th Street and First Avenue.
Documents obtained by Local 10 News showed Monzon had been paid nearly $1500 per week for about eight weeks to canvass for Republican candidates.
The case gained national attention after Rubio highlighted it in a tweet the following day.
While Hialeah police initially said there was “no indication” of a political motive in the attack, Monzon later told officers in a sworn statement that 27-year-old Jonathan Casanova told him he “couldn’t pass through because he was a Republican and his dogs were ready to attack,” police later said.
Police also arrested 25-year-old Javier Lopez.
In an interview with the Miami Herald, Lopez’s mother denied a political motive, saying “My son doesn’t know anything about politics. He likes fishing … My son has never voted.”
Rubio criticized the newspaper’s reporting on the incident, saying “When a Republican volunteer is savagely beaten the traditional media treats the victim as the criminal and the criminal as a nice young man who likes fishing and just made a mistake.”
The senator was alluding to coverage of Monzon’s past ties to white nationalist groups.
Both Lopez and Casanova are facing aggravated battery charges. | 2022-11-02T23:44:41+00:00 | local10.com | https://www.local10.com/news/local/2022/11/02/officials-release-surveillance-video-showing-attack-on-rubio-canvasser/ |
How Donald Trump is gaining an advantage in the battle for delegates
NEW YORK - Set aside the polls, the fundraising numbers or Donald Trump’s name recognition as metrics of his early dominance of the Republican presidential contest. He has what could prove to be the most important advantage in the race: a leg up in winning the delegates needed to clinch the GOP nomination.
While the delegate count won't begin taking shape until voting begins next January, Trump's edge in the race to win their votes is years in the making. Many state Republican parties made changes to their rules ahead of the 2020 election by adding more winner-take-all contests and requiring candidates to earn higher percentages of the vote to claim any delegates. Those changes all benefit a front-runner, a position Trump has held despite his mounting legal peril, blame for his party's lackluster performance in the 2022 elections and the turbulent years of his presidency.
As Trump makes another run for the White House, he has been focused on the looming battle for delegates, according to people with knowledge of his effort who requested anonymity to discuss strategy. He’s had regular discussion with state party chairs, many of whose leadership races he got involved in, and has hosted delegations from Republican parties in Nevada, Louisiana and Pennsylvania at his homes in Florida and New Jersey.
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The moves are a sign of how Trump's team is focused on the crucial, if less glamorous, aspects of winning the GOP nomination. That's a notable change from his first bid for the White House in 2016, when his team of relatively novice operatives weren't familiar with the minutia of the delegate contest and sometimes found themselves outflanked by better-prepared rivals, particularly Texas Sen. Ted Cruz.
That doesn't appear to be happening this time as election experts say it appears few other campaigns have been able to match Trump's yearslong work.
"They’ve been asleep at the switch," election lawyer Benjamin Ginsberg said.
More than 2,000 party activists, insiders and elected officials make up the pool of delegates who will cast votes at the Republican National Convention next summer to formally select a nominee. The rules governing how delegates are selected are determined by state parties, which have until October to submit their plans for next year's elections.
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Many of the proposed changes that are starting to emerge in state parties appear to benefit the former president.
In Michigan, where the state GOP has become increasingly loyal to Trump, the party’s leadership this year voted to change the state's longtime process of allocating all its presidential delegates based on an open primary election. Under a new plan widely expected to benefit Trump, 16 of the state’s 55 delegates will be awarded based on the results of a Feb. 27 primary. The other 39 will be distributed four days later in closed-door caucus meetings of party activists.
Other Republican parties are looking to shift away from primary elections toward party-run caucuses, where Trump’s support among the party’s grassroots activists could put his rivals at a disadvantage.
In Idaho, one of the country’s most Republican states, a new law passed by the state legislature earlier this year eliminated the presidential primary process by moving the state elections to May as lawmakers tried to consolidate the voting calendar. The party’s state central committee decided last month to instead hold caucuses on March 2.
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In Nevada, the state Republican Party is mounting a legal battle to try to hold a party-run caucus instead of a state-run primary election. The party chair, Michael McDonald, said he had spoken with Trump's team about the process and ongoing lawsuit but had not heard from the campaign of his strongest rival, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Other changes in the works would reduce the potential of any last-minute maneuvering at the convention.
At least two states, Louisiana and Colorado, are proposing changes this year that would bind delegates to vote for their assigned candidate during a second round of voting the national convention in the unlikely event that no candidate has a majority on the first ballot.
Trump senior adviser Chris LaCivita said the campaign has had conversations with state parties all over the country about their delegate selection plans and is keeping close tabs on what its opponents are doing—or not doing.
As an example of the effort, LaCivita cited a a single-day trip he made to Las Vegas in May to speak to a gathering of hundreds of Nevada Republicans.
"We are aggressive on every level and on every front," he said. "We don’t let anything stand a chance."
In 2016, Trump barreled his way to nab the GOP nomination despite his campaign being being out-organized by Cruz's team. When Cruz swept all 34 of Colorado’s delegates after a process in which party insiders vote at a series of caucus meetings, Trump wrote an op-ed complaining about a "rigged" system. He threatened to sue after the primary in Louisiana, where he won a greater percentage of votes but Cruz was poised to pick up more delegates.
This time around, Trump is taking steps to cultivate ties with party insiders who might end up serving as delegates in 2024, making phone calls or in some cases schmoozing at big private dinners, like one he hosted in Iowa in May attended by the state’s attorney general, local lawmakers and precinct organizers. A similar Trump reception in South Carolina saw 75 people, including state Gov. Henry McMaster, state legislators and party activists packed in a sweltering tent.
"From a tactical perspective," LaCivita said, "Where we are today is leaps and bounds from where the campaign, a similar campaign, was in 2016."
DeSantis has veterans from Cruz’s 2016 campaign working on his behalf.
Jeff Roe, who served as campaign manager to Cruz’s campaign, is advising Never Back Down, a super PAC supporting DeSantis’ campaign, but the organization is not involved in delegate strategy and is not currently planning to be, according to a person familiar with the effort who wasn’t authorized to disclose internal strategy.
Sam Cooper, the political director of DeSantis' campaign and another veteran of Cruz's 2016 bid, said the Florida governor's team is closely monitoring developments in the states around delegate selection plans.
The DeSantis campaign is working to identify local party activists who could serve as delegates but also is specifically courting state lawmakers, who are typically active in their local GOP groups.
"They’re surrogates for us on the ground," Cooper said. "But also they’re close to the process."
The campaign boasts that more than 250 state lawmakers have endorsed DeSantis. The governor himself is very involved, Cooper said, and speaks speaks to legislators directly either in one-on-one calls or, as he did in June, in a Zoom call with more than 100 lawmakers around the country.
Cooper noted that DeSantis has made his own trips to speak before state and local GOP officials, appearing at 10 events in eight states since March and headlining fundraisers for Republican groups.
The DeSantis campaign declined to specify any states where the campaign provided feedback on a delegate selection plan, but Cooper said, the campaign feels "very good about the map."
"We haven’t seen a state party or a state make a move that’s so off the wall that could only support one candidate or the other," he said.
One potential opening for a challenger like DeSantis could be California, which has 169 delegates to dole out, more than any other state.
Thanks to changes passed by Democrats in the state Capitol, California’s primary contest will be on March 5, requiring the state GOP to change its delegate plan in order to comply with national GOP rules for early contests.
The changes, which the state’s Republican Party is set to consider and approve late this month, are set to award delegates proportionately to the candidate’s share of the vote, rather than award all delegates to the winner.
That could give a candidate trailing in second place a chance to make up ground—especially someone like DeSantis, who has made a point of campaigning in the state.
Bryan Watkins, the chief operating officer and executive director of the California GOP, said the organization has been in touch with Republican campaigns about the proposed change.
"As the state with the most delegates in the country, the CAGOP wants California to be a place where Republican presidential candidates will invest their time speaking to our voters and earning their support," he said in a statement. "So we appreciate the campaigns’ feedback and perspectives on the best way to accomplish that goal."
Associated Press writers Jill Colvin and Steve Peoples in New York, Joey Cappelletti in Lansing, Michigan, Gabe Stern in Carson City, Nevada and Adriana Gómez Licón in Miami contributed to this report. | 2023-07-24T17:03:45+00:00 | fox35orlando.com | https://www.fox35orlando.com/news/trump-gaining-advantage-battle-delegates |
Getting behind the wheel of a big tractor suits Denise Conover just fine. It’s something she says she enjoys.
“Just playing in the dirt. I don’t know, the fresh air. There’s just so much— I love watching crops grow, watching grass grow. I’m kind of a nature person,” she said recently on her Broadview farm.
Agriculture has been a part of her life since she was born. She grew up on a ranch near Rapelje and currently farms about 15,000 acres just north of Broadview with her two sons growing wheat, barley, and sunflowers.
She's out here on National Farmers Day, Oct. 12, a day to recognize the contributions our farmers make to our state and nation. Right now, the focus is on getting the rest of the winter wheat in the ground before the snow starts flying again.
Farming can be a tough and sometimes unpredictable life, especially dry land farming.
“We do everything we can, but it is still up to Mother Nature to bring it to fruition,” she says.
While 2022 has been a good year for crops, it has not been without challenges.
“Everybody goes, '$9 wheat, you guys must really be making a lot of money. You know at the end of the day, when you have got fertilizer that has doubled in the last year and everything is up—fuel prices are up and so is equipment,” she says.
While Conover has been around farming and ranching her whole life, life on this farm took a turn no one could have expected.
“We took one person, the main person out of our operation, and that was tough,” she said.
She's referring to her husband Bret, who was killed in February 2020 when a drunken driver in Arizona hit them from behind going well over 100 miles an hour.
“You never think that you are going to be one of those people that get affected by that. Your life changes in an instant.”
So, Conover has taken a more active role in helping with the hard work around the farm as well as still finding time to serve on the Montana Wheat and Barley board and the U.S. Wheat Associates, which helps promote food security worldwide.
She saw that firsthand with a visit to a refugee camp in Africa.
“170,000 people lived there with their children and grandchildren. And we got to see and hear the voices of some of the most vulnerable people on the planet. This is a picture of wheat- it says USA on it – makes you pretty proud.”
In November, she’ll head to Washington, D.C., to talk about the importance of food aid being included in the new Farm Bill.
It’s all part of a commitment to help feed those here and all over the world.
“It gets hard. It’s also a lot of work. You got to love it to do it,” she says. | 2022-10-21T00:52:22+00:00 | ktvq.com | https://www.ktvq.com/news/positively-montana/you-got-to-love-it-broadview-farmer-pushes-through-adversity |
PALO ALTO, Calif. and EDINBURGH, Scotland, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, at the ENCALS Conference (European Network to Cure ALS) Neuvivo presented an abstract titled: "Plasma biomarkers of microbial translocation are modulated in ALS patients clinically responsive to NP001".
Microbial translocation (MT) occurs when bacteria or bacterial products that should only be in the lumen of the intestine, travel across the epithelial barrier into systemic circulation, where they contribute to chronic inflammation and disease pathogenesis. This is a process known to occur in patients with ALS and other neurodegenerative diseases. NP001 is a regulator of innate immunologic function converting inappropriately activated macrophages that promote MT to a normal wound healing form that can reverse the MT process.
In phase 2 studies with NP001 in ALS patients, clinical signs of disease activity and respiratory vital capacity were positively affected compared to controls. Plasma specimens obtained during the phase 2A study were evaluated for levels of inflammatory markers related to MT at baseline and after 6 months and compared to placebos. Baseline markers of MT (LPS, LBP, sCD163, IL-18) all decreased significantly in the NP001 treatment arm as compared to placebos (p = 0.04, 0.006, 0.02, 0.02, respectively) whereas the plasma levels of wound healing epidermal growth factor (EGF) and neopterin increased in patients treated with NP001 (p = 0.04 and 0.02 respectively).
"NP001 treatment reduced inflammation and importantly, enhanced production of wound healing factors," said Michael McGrath, MD, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer, Neuvivo. "The clear clinical improvement in patients as measured by ALSFRS-R and Vital Capacity scores, coupled with NP001's known mechanism of action targeting the immune system - suggests that reversal of MT may alter ALS pathogenesis. Taken together, the NP001 trial data links positive clinical outcomes with changes in biomarker levels supporting NP001 as a potentially effective therapy for ALS through regulation of MT."
About Neuvivo: Neuvivo is a private, late-clinical stage biopharmaceutical company committed to creating and delivering advanced treatments for ALS and other neurodegenerative diseases. The company was formed by industry leaders and scientists, committed to improving the prognosis for patients diagnosed with ALS and a range of diseases for which few current treatment options exist. For more information please visit: www.Neuvivo.com.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Lizzo wowed in a bright orange Dolce & Gabbana opera coat adorned with flowers and a huge hood as the wild and wacky Grammys red carpet did not disappoint Sunday. Tattered streetwear, T-shirts and denim mixed with blinged-out couture, wild patterns and plenty of skin.
Lizzo walked gingerly as she navigated her heavy coat with a long train. After a while, she dropped the coat to her shoulders to reveal a busty sequin corset gown underneath in a softer orange. The coat was entirely embroidered with handmade silk flowers, and the gown was silk with crystal mesh Swarovski details. She accessorized with crystal-embellished heels and sheer fingerless gloves.
“Lizzo is a floral garden fantasy in her ruffle orange 3D robe and matching corset dress underneath,” said Holly Katz, a stylist and host of the Fashion Crimes podcast. “And we love to hear her roar!”
Taylor Swift, channeling her Midnights era, wore a long two-piece sparkly skirt with a high-neck, long-sleeve crop top, all by Roberto Cavalli. They were, yes, midnight blue. She added statement diamond earrings by Lorraine Schwartz, her hair in an updo.
Fashion lover Harry Styles walked the carpet in a rainbow harlequin pattern jumpsuit adorned with Swarovski crystals. He was shirtless underneath. His low-cut, multicolored Egonlab look drew cheers. Egonlab is a young brand out of Paris.
“The man seems like he’s having an enormous amount of fun with fashion, and even if that doesn’t mean wearing harlequin overalls for most of us, the end result — the sheer joy of it — is something we should all aim for,” said Esquire’s style director, Jonathan Evans.
Cardi B., meanwhile, wore a bombshell, sculptural electric blue gown with huge shoulders and a headpiece over one eye.
“I’m trying, I’m trying,” she told photographers as she carefully walked down the carpet.
Cardi’s look was from Gaurav Gupta’s latest collection, “continuing to prove she intrinsically understands the delicate style dynamics of the Grammys carpet. It’s not about being silly, but rather making a statement,” said Bianca Betancourt, digital culture editor for Harper’s Bazaar.
To present the award for best rap album, Cardi donned a silver metallic assemblage from the archive of Paco Rabanne. Rabanne died Friday in France at age 88. The top and skirt were done by Julien Dossena in 2021. The matching hood that covered her eyes dates to 2020.
Anitta also made a splash in black Versace from 2003.
“She went toward a more gothic aesthetic,” Betancourt said. “The flowing gown was sublimely tailored and showed the global star doing red carpet elegance in her own way. It was still sexy, still youthful, but still elevated. It didn’t look obviously vintage, which is a testament to Donatella’s artistry.”
Machine Gun Kelly, who often pushes into edgy fashion, was in a silver double-breasted laminated foil suit with a Swarovski crystal harness. It was custom Dolce & Gabbana. He was accompanied by Megan Fox in creamy Zuhair Murad. Her gown had a corset bodice and heart embroidered applique.
Sam Smith was in fire engine red. They were accompanied by Kim Petras, and drag queens Violet Chachki and Gottmik in the same color. Smith wore a top hat with a veil. They, too, wore matching gloves, a trend of the night.
Monochrome was a major theme, Betancourt said.
“It’s a great way to experiment with more avant-garde looks while still maintaining a sense of stylistic structure,” she said. “Lizzo and Kacey Musgraves also opted for monochrome and textured looks from Dolce & Gabbana and Valentino.”
The marathon carpet kicked off with some notable looks. Doja Cat, always pushing her fashion envelope, showed up in a vinyl, one-shoulder and skintight black gown with long matching gloves from Atelier Versace. Bebe Rexha sizzled in hot pink with twists from head to toe and a va-va-voom halter bodice, proving that Barbiecore is going strong. The look was Moschino by Jeremy Scott.
Musgraves, in Valentino, also took the Barbie note with a feathery cape in a lighter pink hue over a catsuit.
There were golden crowns (Matt B), glittery mouth bling (Alligator Jesus) and epic tattoos (Alisha Gaddis). And lots of slouchy and roomy looks that spoke to many of the men, as did an embroidered denim shorts ensemble for Benny Blanco.
“While there weren’t any giant, unmissable, overwhelmingly popular red-carpet trends on the men’s fashion front, that actually proved to be a positive this year. It gave the smaller trends a little bit more room to shine,” Evans said.
His most compelling? The double-breasted suit, or jacket.
“It’s not just a 2023 thing, of course, but the popularity of the DB tends to ebb and flow, and it seems like this year could be a very good one for the silhouette. LL Cool J, Jack Harlow, Saint JHN and Scott Evans all wore a version of it. They all looked fantastic, and the really great thing is that men in all walks of life can emulate their outfits and look equally fantastic,” he said.
Evans also had thoughts on all that denim.
“Miguel was decked out in it. Benny Blanco, too. The looks were seemingly made with the word ‘divisive’ in mind, but they smacked of a sort of youth-culture cool that embraces that word instead of shying away from it. Love ‘em or hate ’em, those outfits seem like a bellwether of a more denim-forward world in the near future, so take note,” he said.
But back to Doja Cat’s vinyl.
“Who can’t stop talking about Doja Cat donning 30,000 red Swarovski crystals for Paris Fashion Week? Well, she certainly doesn’t disappoint at the Grammys as she totally channeled the queen of darkness,” Katz said. “The Mia Farrow 60′s haircut was a perfect match for this look.”
Betancourt was also a Doja fan.
“The look was gritty, sexy and much like Doja herself, forward-thinking. Her makeup also deserves a notable mention. It was an exquisite cat eye (pun intended) by Ernesto Casillas with a juicy metallic glossed lip that echoed the early aughts, but done without the kitsch most 2000s-inspired looks often perpetuate,” she said.
Viola Davis, meanwhile, completed her EGOT by winning a Grammy at the Grammys pre-telecast ceremony in a Naeem Kahn red, silver and blue tiered sequin short-sleeved gown.
Shania Twain isn’t up for a Grammy. That, she said, freed her to have fun with fashion. Twain’s hair was red and her Harris Reed wide-belled pantsuit was adorned with huge black polka dots against white. She topped it off with a towering, matching wide-brim hat.
“Here I am with all my new fun things to wear,” she said. Reed is a young British American designer she wanted to support. Her goal: “I just wanted to add some pop and cheer.”
Twain, said Katz, “definitely scored in the avant-garde category but does sort of look like she just stepped out of Alice in Wonderland.”
Laverne Cox WAS “Wakanda Forever” in her custom strapless leather Kim Kassas embellished warrior figure dress and African-inspired jewelry, Katz said. “Paying homage to the African culture through fashion is always in style.”
Cox’s leather dress by Kim Kassas honors the vision of the late fashion editor Andre Leon Talley. There was another vibe on her mind: “Egyptian/Cleopatra.”
Prabal Gurung whipped up a custom sunny yellow chiffon look for Kelsea Ballerini with light-as-air back pieces she unfurled on the carpet. Amanda Gorman was in a top color of the night: black. Gorman, wearing Prada, twirled her long, sheer overlay worn over a mini-dress on the red carpet.
Ballerini’s look, Katz said, was “so ethereal and dreamy on the red carpet.” | 2023-02-06T13:18:34+00:00 | cbs42.com | https://www.cbs42.com/entertainment/grammys-red-carpet-lizzo-doja-cat-styles-wow-crowd/ |
Monkeypox cases grows to 4 in Sedgwick County
Published: Sep. 27, 2022 at 1:52 PM CDT|Updated: 25 minutes ago
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - The Sedgwick County Health Department confirmed on Tuesday there are four presumptive cases of monkeypox in the county.
As of September 23, 2022, there are 12 cases of monkeypox in the state of Kansas. The risk of monkeypox spreading in Kansas remains low at this time.
Monkeypox symptoms are similar to but milder than smallpox. The most recognizable symptom is a rash that looks like pimples or blisters and may be painful or itchy. Flu-like symptoms are also possible before or after the rash.
Monkeypox is rarely fatal, but symptoms can be painful and can leave permanent scarring.
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Fans can create playful Build-A-Bear "empire" in virtual world
ST. LOUIS, Dec. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW), today announced its next launch into the Metaverse with the release of its new virtual community space, Build-A-Bear Tycoon, on Roblox, one of the most popular global online platforms. In partnership with Gamefam, the professional developer and publisher of experiences on Roblox, the company has created a digital world where users can build their own fantastical Build-A-Bear universe and experience the brand in a completely new way.
Sharon Price John, Build-A-Bear Workshop President and Chief Executive Officer commented, "Fabulous experiences are at the heart of our brand with its rich history of creativity, empowerment, and personalization. This anticipated entry into the Metaverse with Build-A-Bear Tycoon on Roblox provides a fantastical venue for users and fans across ages to create their own Build-A-Bear virtual world including our beloved 'workshop' and other amazing – and sometimes unexpected - locations along with furry friend companions to join in the fun!"
The company worked with industry veterans and native Gen Z Roblox creators at Gamefam to create a world that engages their online community and further deepens an emotional connection to the brand. Build-A-Bear Workshop's strategic decision to launch a new tycoon experience aligns with the company's digital transformation strategy that includes bringing the brand to life in the Metaverse via UGC gaming. By offering a "phygital" space that blends the physical and digital, Build-A-Bear continues to drive community, relevancy and brand love in stores, online and beyond.
"We are absolutely thrilled to be bringing the beloved Build-A-Bear brand to the Metaverse for the first time on Roblox," said Joe Ferencz, Chief Executive Officer and founder of Gamefam. "With our proven track record in creating experiences that draw in scaled audiences with high player ratings in the community, we're taking the 'build-your-own' retail concept onto a virtual platform in Build-A-Bear Tycoon. The game allows fans to extend the magical retail experience of Build-A-Bear home and into their imaginations where the possibilities are endless."
While this is not the first step into gaming and virtual play for the Build-A-Bear brand, as the company previously launched Bearville, a popular interactive game with millions of engaged fans over a decade ago, they are excited to expand their innovation and experience on Roblox.
Beginning today, users will be able to join Build-A-Bear Tycoon on Roblox and explore, play, and shop in this virtual world. The experience is available on the Roblox platform across Android, iOS, Mac, Windows PC, and Xbox One. Updates to the experience with additional locations, unlocks, and interactions are planned for future release.
In Build-A-Bear Tycoon, fans can fully immerse themselves in the world of hearts, hugs, and adventure. They can select, stuff, and personalize their perfect bear, participate in the iconic heart ceremony, build their own fantastical workshop, and explore a colorful and playful world. As users progress through the popular button tycoon game genre, they will be able to reimagine the Build-A-Bear Workshop experience in the digital world by unlocking collectable furry friends and bringing them to life. Users can customize a selection of furry friends in unique outfits and accessories and have them come along as users create new locations and explore the town. Following launch, users can expect to see the introduction of additional furry friends and new buildable locations, with future planned updates.
Build-A-Bear will offer special codes for in-experience redemption through their stores and marketing channels. Users can earn digital currency, called Bear Bucks, earned by building out their own tycoon. During the month of December, two special holiday bears, Lil' Cub Brownie Santa and Snowflake Swirl Glisten, will also be available to purchase from the Roblox catalog.
To learn more about Build-A-Bear Tycoon, and begin adding a little more heart to virtual life, visit here: Build-A-Bear Tycoon.
Build-A-Bear Entertainment, a division of Build-A-Bear Workshop, the IP-based company best known for its memorable and unique 'build-your-own' retail concept, has been actively creating a variety of content while cultivating the right relationship for its big screen debut. In addition to the upcoming project with Hello Sunshine, the company has produced several feature-length films in conjunction with Foundation Media Partners, including Honey Girls, Deliver By Christmas and Christmas CEO. Separately, the highly anticipated documentary from award-winning director Taylor Morden, which chronicles the compelling journey of Build-A-Bear's rise from a 1997 retail-tainment start-up, to a successful multi-million dollar public company, to its current evolution and digital transformation into a multi-generational, diversified, omni-channel organization that posted its most profitable year in 2021, is currently in post-production.
Build-A-Bear is a multi-generational global brand focused on its mission to "add a little more heart to life" appealing to a wide array of consumer groups who enjoy the personal expression in making their own "furry friends" to celebrate and commemorate life moments. Nearly 500 interactive brick-and-mortar retail locations operated through a variety of formats provide guests of all ages a hands-on entertaining experience, which often fosters a lasting and emotional brand connection. The company also offers engaging e-commerce/digital purchasing experiences on buildabear.com including its online "Bear-Builder", the animated "Bear Builder 3D Workshop" and its age-gated adult-focused "Bear Cave". In addition, extending its brand power beyond retail, Build-A-Bear Entertainment, a subsidiary of Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc., is dedicated to creating engaging content for kids and adults that fulfills the company's mission, while the company also offers products at wholesale and in non-plush consumer categories via licensing agreements with leading manufacturers. Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. posted total revenue of $411.5 million in fiscal 2021. For more information, visit the Investor Relations section of buildabear.com.
Gamefam, a leading metaverse game developer and publisher that creates connected experiences with gaming communities and well-known brands, is building the next generation of pop culture franchises born from the metaverse. Our mission is to create dynamic experiences for an amazing community while we grow the next generation of super hit gaming and entertainment franchises from within the metaverse. Gamefam operates the largest network of games on Roblox with over 25 million daily game sessions and 115 million hours of engagement each month across 30+ live games in the company's portfolio. Gamefam's top franchises include Sonic Speed Simulator, Twilight Daycare, Tower of Misery, Funky Friday, Ultra Power Tycoon, Starving Artists, Hot Wheels Open World, Easy Obby, and Weapon Fighting Simulator. The Gamefam experience also extends into metaverse destinations including its operation of the three leading Minecraft servers and development of Fortnite's top 40 maps. With its headquarters in Los Angeles, the Gamefam team combines the business and production expertise of longtime brand experts and game industry professionals with the metaverse's top creators. For more information, visit https://gamefam.com.
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CHICAGO, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Winston & Strawn LLP kicked off the firm's recognition of Pride Month with three high-profile legal victories advancing rights and protections for the LGBTQ+ community. Winston & Strawn has a longstanding, active commitment to achieving justice for LGBTQ+ persons, allocating thousands of pro bono hours per year on relevant matters.
Recent decisions include protections against profiling of LGBTQ+ persons by law enforcement, ensuring rights for HIV-positive military service members, and a landmark case allowing gender-affirming surgery for transgender inmates.
"Winston & Strawn is honored to do our part to advocate for the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals," said firm Chairman Tom Fitzgerald. "Our firm remains dedicated to providing legal advocacy on behalf of this community, and we will remain so until discrimination and bias are eliminated."
Preventing Illegal Profiling at the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
Working alongside The Legal Aid Society of New York, Winston attorneys secured an agreement in principle against the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey in a landmark LGBTQ+ profiling case.
The federal lawsuit, filed in 2017 in the United States District Court, asserts that Port Authority officers routinely engaged in policing that illegally targeted men perceived to be members of the LGBTQ+ community. The agreement provides compensatory damages as well as significant changes to the way that Port Authority Police Department officers interact with the LGBTQ+ community.
Under the terms of the agreement, the Port Authority agreed to provide monetary relief to plaintiffs and institute sweeping reforms, including creating an LGBTQ liaison; adopting LGBTQ non-discrimination policies, language, and training; increased oversight for plainclothes patrols; gender neutral signage; and updating the Civilian Complaint form to include broader categories of sexual orientation and gender identity categories.
Landmark Victory for Service Members Living With HIV
Winston attorneys won a significant ruling in federal district court against the U.S. Department of Defense that will permit asymptomatic HIV-positive service members with undetectable viral loads to deploy and commission as officers in the U.S. military. This groundbreaking ruling represents a critical win in the fight to protect the rights of people living with HIV and addresses HIV as a chronic but treatable condition.
Victories for Transgender Individuals in Federal Custody
Winston attorneys secured a landmark victory following a three-year battle with the U.S. Bureau of Prisons (BOP). The decision allows for a transgender woman to soon become the first person in federal custody to receive gender-affirming surgery. In May 2021, she became one of the first federal prisoners to be transferred to a facility matching their gender identity. BOP has now revised its Transgender Offender Manual to recommend that housing decisions be made based on a person's gender identity rather than their anatomy.
"While society and corporate America have made great strides in recognizing the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals, far too many members of the community still experience prejudice and face discrimination—especially those who identify as transgender or nonbinary," said Winston Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer Sylvia James.
Winston & Strawn has a proven track record in securing rights and protections for the LGBTQ+ community through pro bono work. Past matters include:
- LGBTQ+ Workers Gain Protections Against Discrimination For First Time Ever Under Texas State Law
- Winston Secures Long-Awaited Asylum for LGBTQ+ Honduran
- Winston Secures Honorable Discharge and Military Burial for LGBTQ+ Navy Veteran
- Winston Helps Transgender Individuals Receive Identity-Affirming Support Through The Name Change Project
"Winston is dedicated to celebrating diversity and advancing inclusivity and equity," said Winston Senior Pro Bono Counsel Gregory A. McConnell. "We're proud to recognize Pride Month by celebrating significant legal victories that address injustice and support the rights of the LGBTQ+ community."
Winston & Strawn LLP is an international law firm with 16 offices in North America, South America, Asia, and Europe. More information about the firm is available at www.winston.com.
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SAN DIEGO, July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Aethlon Medical, Inc. (Nasdaq: AEMD), a medical therapeutic company focused on developing products to diagnose and treat cancer and life threatening infectious diseases, today announced the publication of a peer-reviewed journal article in PLOS ONE. The article, titled "Removal of Clinically Relevant SARS-CoV-2 Variants by An Affinity Resin Containing Galanthus nivalis Agglutinin," contains data demonstrating that the proprietary GNA affinity resin of the Aethlon Hemopurifier® efficiently captures seven clinically relevant variants of the SARS-CoV-2 virus responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic. Viral capture efficiency ranged from 53% to 89% for the variants tested.
"These data demonstrate that the Hemopurifier can effectively capture a wide range of clinically relevant SARS-CoV-2 variants," said Charles J. Fisher, M.D., Chief Executive Officer of Aethlon Medical. "As new variants and subvariants of this virus continue to emerge and induce new waves of the pandemic, health systems need innovative technologies that are agnostic to viral variations. The Hemopurifier may represent an opportunity to overcome this challenge and provide treatment to patients with severe COVID-19."
The Aethlon Hemopurifier, a clinical stage product candidate, is a therapeutic blood filtration system that has been demonstrated to bind and remove life-threatening viruses and harmful exosomes from blood. Aethlon currently is evaluating the safety and feasibility of the Hemopurifier in an active Early Feasibility Study (EFS), analogous to a Phase 1 clinical trial for a drug or biologic, which is designed to enroll up to 40 severe COVID-19 patients [NCT04595903]. The first patient in the study completed Hemopurifier treatment in the trial and nine hospitals are actively screening patients. Aethlon recently announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) accepted a protocol amendment to the study, notably eliminating the requirement of previous dialysis treatment, which will potentially enable accelerated enrollment in the ongoing study.
The newly published article can be found here: https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0272377.
Aethlon Medical is a medical therapeutic company developing the Hemopurifier, a therapeutic blood filtration system indicated for infectious diseases and cancer. In human studies, the Hemopurifier has demonstrated the removal of life-threatening viruses and harmful exosomes from blood utilizing a proprietary lectin-based technology. This action has potential applications in cancer, where exosomes may promote immune suppression and metastasis, and in life-threatening infectious diseases.
The Hemopurifier is a U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) designated Breakthrough Device indicated for the treatment of individuals with advanced or metastatic cancer who are either unresponsive to or intolerant of standard of care therapy, and with cancer types in which exosomes have been shown to participate in the development or severity of the disease. Under an Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) application, the FDA approved a single site, open-label Early Feasibility Study (EFS) to evaluate the Hemopurifier for reducing cancer-associated exosomes prior to the administration of standard-of-care pembrolizumab (KEYTRUDA®) in patients with recurrent and/or metastatic squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck. The EFS is being conducted at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Hillman Cancer Center.
The Hemopurifier also holds an FDA Breakthrough Device designation and an open IDE application related to the treatment of life-threatening viruses that are not addressed with approved therapies. A recent amendment to the IDE enabled Aethlon to implement a new EFS protocol to treat up to 40 COVID-19 patients at up to 20 clinical sites in the U.S. In two case studies of patients treated under Emergency Use (EU), the Hemopurifier demonstrated binding of SARS-CoV-2 spike protein and removal of SARS-CoV-2 virus from the circulation of a human patient.
Additional information can be found at www.AethlonMedical.com.
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 that involve risks and uncertainties. Statements containing words such as "may," "believe," "anticipate," "expect," "intend," "plan," "project," "will," "projections," "estimate," "potentially" or similar expressions constitute forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are subject to significant risks and uncertainties and actual results may differ materially from the results anticipated in the forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based upon Aethlon's current expectations and involve assumptions that may never materialize or may prove to be incorrect. Factors that may contribute to such differences include, without limitation, the Company's ability to enroll the Company's ability to enroll patients in and successfully complete its trials in COVID-19 patients and in its head and neck cancer trials, the Company's ability to successfully treat patients under any Emergency Use pathway, the Company's ability to enroll additional patients as a result of the recent protocol amendment, the Company's ability to enroll additional sites for its clinical trials, , the Company's ability to successfully complete development of its Hemopurifier, the Company's ability to raise additional funds, the Company's ability to expand its clinical trials into other areas of cancer, and other potential risks. The foregoing list of risks and uncertainties is illustrative but is not exhaustive. Additional factors that could cause results to differ materially from those anticipated in forward-looking statements can be found under the caption "Risk Factors" in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended March 31, 2022, and in the Company's other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. All forward-looking statements contained in this press release speak only as of the date on which they were made. Except as may be required by law, the Company does not intend, nor does it undertake any duty, to update this information to reflect future events or circumstances.
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GOP Georgia Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan says that every member in his party needs to hold former President Trump “accountable” for Sen. Raphael Warnock’s (D-Ga.) victory in Tuesday’s runoff election.
“The only way to explain this is candidate quality,” Duncan said in an interview with CNN, alluding to the controversies surrounding failed Republican challenger Herschel Walker, whom Trump had strongly encouraged to run.
Duncan added that he hopes Warnock’s victory will be a wake-up call for the GOP to examine their future with Trump as the face of the party.
“If we don’t take our medicine here, it’s our fault. … Every Republican in this country ought to hold Donald Trump accountable for this,” he said.
Warnock, a senior pastor at Atlanta-based Ebenezer Baptist Church, defeated Walker in Tuesday’s runoff, resulting in him earning a full term in Congress and giving his party an extra seat in their majority control of the Senate chamber, 51 to 49.
The Warnock-Walker showdown went into a runoff after neither candidate garnered more than 50 percent of the vote in last month’s general election.
Duncan is not alone among Republicans blaming candidate quality for their surprisingly underwhelming results in last month’s midterms. Several of the losing candidates, including Walker and Pennsylvania’s Mehmet Oz, had been all but hand-picked by Trump.
The former president, who faces a slew of state and federal investigations against him and his business, announced his third White House campaign at his Mar-a-Lago estate last month.
Duncan told CNN last week that he didn’t vote for Walker, a former college and professional football player, in Tuesday’s runoff, saying he “couldn’t find anything that made sense for me to put my vote behind” him. | 2022-12-07T17:52:17+00:00 | ourquadcities.com | https://www.ourquadcities.com/hill-politics/gop-georgia-lieutenant-governor-every-republican-ought-to-hold-donald-trump-accountable-for-warnock-win/ |
Successful First Flight of Zero-Emission Alice Ushers In New Era of Electric Aviation
MOSES LAKE, Wash., Sept. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Eviation Aircraft, a manufacturer of all-electric aircraft, successfully completed the first flight of its zero-emission Alice aircraft, a historic day and major milestone in electric aviation.
Alice lifted off at 7:10 a.m. from Grant County International Airport (MWH), flying for 8 minutes at an altitude of 3,500 feet. This trailblazing flight of the technology demonstrator provided Eviation with invaluable data to further optimize the aircraft for commercial production.
"Today we embark on the next era of aviation – we have successfully electrified the skies with the unforgettable first flight of Alice," said Eviation President and CEO Gregory Davis. "People now know what affordable, clean and sustainable aviation looks and sounds like for the first time in a fixed-wing, all-electric aircraft. This ground-breaking milestone will lead innovation in sustainable air travel, and shape both passenger and cargo travel in the future."
Alice produces no carbon emissions, significantly reduces noise, and costs a fraction to operate per flight hour compared to light jets or high-end turboprops.
All-electric aircraft will make regional travel more economically and environmentally sustainable for businesses and consumers. This new generation of aircraft has the power to transform communities by providing access to airports not currently used by commercial flights due to noise concerns or restricted operating hours. Eviation Alice is targeted at commuter and cargo markets, and will typically operate flights ranging from 150 miles to 250 miles.
Cape Air and Global Crossing Airlines, both US-based regional airlines, have placed orders for 75 and 50 Alice aircraft respectively. DHL Express is Eviation's first cargo customer, with an order of 12 Alice eCargo planes. With this engagement DHL aims to establish the first electric express network, leading the way for a new era of zero-emissions air freight.
"The first flight of Alice represents a transformational milestone for the aviation industry," said Cape Air Founder and Board Chairman Dan Wolf. "We currently fly more than 400 regional flights per day, connecting more than 30 cities across the United States and Caribbean. Alice can easily cover 80 percent of our flight operations, bringing sustainable, emission-free travel to the communities we serve."
"The first flight of Alice confirms our belief that the era of sustainable aviation is here," said Geoff Kehr, Senior Vice President, Global Air Fleet Management, DHL Express. "With our order of 12 Alice e-cargo planes, we are investing towards our overall goal of zero-emissions logistics. DHL is the industry leader by introducing new and more sustainable cargo aircraft types to the global market. Alice is the true game-changer by enabling long distance air transport for the first time with zero emissions. This historic flight marks a significant milestone on our journey to ultimately achieving net-zero emissions by 2050."
Flying electric aircraft will provide a sustainable, emission-free way to travel.
The all-electric Alice aircraft features:
- Max operating speed: 260 knots
- Max useful load: 2,500 lbs for passenger version and 2,600 lbs for eCargo version
Alice is available in three variants including a nine-passenger commuter, an elegant and sophisticated six-passenger executive cabin, and an eCargo version. All configurations support two crew members. The executive cabin and eCargo variations are identical to the commuter configuration, except for the interior.
Alice is powered by two magni650 electric propulsion units from magniX, the only flight-proven electric propulsion systems at this scale. Other key suppliers include AVL (battery support), GKN (wings), Honeywell (advanced fly-by-wire system, flight controls and avionics), Multiplast (fuselage), Parker Aerospace (six technology systems), and Potez (doors).
Alice's advanced battery system is highly efficient and endlessly upgradeable enabling range improvements as battery technology evolves. The aircraft also incorporates a fly-by-wire cockpit, providing greater reliability and systems redundancy.
Based in Washington State, U.S., Eviation Aircraft Inc. develops and manufactures efficient electric aircraft to deliver a competitive and sustainable solution for the regional mobility of people and goods. Its electric propulsion units, high-energy-density batteries, mission-driven energy management, and innovative airframe are designed from the ground up for electric flight. Please visit us at www.eviation.com.
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Dolly Parton says she’s done touring
(CNN) - Dolly Parton says her touring days are done.
The county music legend tells magazine “Pollstar” she doesn’t want to tour because they take a lot of time and energy to plan, and she doesn’t want to be away from her husband for weeks at a time.
Parton’s last tour was in 2016, and with 60 shows, it was her largest North American tour ever.
However, the 76-year-old isn’t ruling out special events, like festivals, and says technology makes it easier to stay connected with her fans.
Parton also tells the magazine she’s working on a rock album and would love Stevie Nicks or Lady Gaga to sing with her.
Maybe Parton can talk to Nicks about it next week, at their Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Nov. 5 in Los Angeles.
Copyright 2022 CNN Newsource. All rights reserved. | 2022-10-29T13:19:38+00:00 | wagmtv.com | https://www.wagmtv.com/2022/10/29/dolly-parton-says-shes-done-touring/ |
DETROIT – Most small SUVs flunked the latest frontal crash tests done by the insurance industry, but oddly enough, they're just as safe as they were before.
That's because the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety updated the test so it places more emphasis on keeping back-seat passengers safe.
Only the Ford Escape and Volvo XC40 got the top “good” rating in this year's testing released Tuesday. The Toyota RAV4 was rated “acceptable," while Audi's Q3, the Nissan Rogue and the Subaru Forester were “marginal.”
The remainder, the Buick Encore, Chevrolet Equinox, Honda CR-V and HR-V, Hyundai Tucson, Jeep Compass, Jeep Renegade, Mazda CX-5 and Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross got the bottom rating of “poor.”
IIHS President David Harkey said the test is being changed because vehicle structures, air bags and seat belts have made the SUVs safer for front-seat passengers than those in the back. Now, the risk of fatal injury is 46% higher for rear-seat passengers than drivers in the front, Harkey said.
“Before we were just focused on how well the driver was protected,” Harkey said. “It's not that the vehicle has become any less safe.”
The institute has a history of changing its widely watched tests in an effort to get automakers to make safety improvements, and Harkey says they normally respond to the changes.
While safety belts restrain back-seat passengers, they're susceptible to head and neck injuries, and in many of the SUVs, the belts are relatively low tech and simply tighten up in a crash.
Newer belts have sensors that determine a crash is imminent and they pull a passenger into the proper seating position before a crash, slowing the passenger's speed with the vehicle, Harkey said. After impact, they loosen a bit to prevent belts from rising off the pelvis and into the abdomen where they can cause severe internal injuries, he said.
Some automakers already have put more sophisticated belts in their back seats, something that can be done without a big model update, Harkey said. “The industry has always been good about responding to tests that we have introduced,” he said. “We expect they will do so in this case, and we expect they will be able to do so quickly.”
The institute used a crash dummy that represents a small woman or a 12-year-old child to test for injuries to rear-seat passengers, and Harkey says the dummy does a good job of showing risk to passengers of all sizes.
When the IIHS introduced the moderate overlap front crash test in 1995, most vehicles were rated poor or marginal. Automakers responded with stronger structures and air bags to make front-seat riders safer, and all 15 small SUV models used to get good ratings.
In the original moderate overlap test, a vehicle travels at 40 mph toward an aluminum barrier. About 40% of the vehicle's width hits the barrier on the driver's side.
Some of the SUVs tested have more sophisticated rear safety belts, but the timing has to be worked out to function better in the milliseconds before and after a crash, Harkey said. “Now they've got to go back and figure out are they firing at the right time?" he said.
Small SUVs are the most popular new vehicles sold in the U.S. So far this year, compact and subcompact SUVs combined account for 23.4% of all new vehicle sales, according to Edmunds.com. | 2022-12-13T15:02:12+00:00 | ksat.com | https://www.ksat.com/business/2022/12/12/most-small-suvs-flunk-updated-insurance-industry-crash-tests/ |
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Arkansans will soon be able to get an updated COVID-19 booster shot. The FDA approved the “bivalent” shot. It’s the first update of a COVID-19 vaccine to be approved.
The bivalent shots contain two virus strains. They were created to better protect people against new variants.
“One of the ‘bi’s’ is the original strain. The other part is the spike protein that is common between BA.4 and BA.5,” said Medical Director for Immunizations at the Arkansas Department of Health, Dr. Joel Tumlison.
To be eligible for at least one of the shots, you have to be 18 years old. Pfizer is authorized for age 12 and up. Moderna’s new bivalent booster is for those 18 and up. An updated booster for younger kids is in the works.
“We’re still waiting on that. It’s expected to be out within the next couple of months, maybe even in October,” said Tumlison.
Caul Corbell with Live + Well Pharmacy said he’s interested to see what the turnout for the new booster looks like. He doesn’t expect to see as many people come in for the bivalent shots as they did when the first COVID-19 booster came out.
“I think the fact that life has resumed to normal for most of us, you know, that might blunt the need, but I would definitely reccomend it to all those who are eligible for the vaccine,” said Corbell.
When looking to the future, Corbell said he could see improved COVID-19 boosters becoming more common.
“I see it being a part of normal life and probably just getting a booster every fall,” said Corbell. | 2022-09-07T04:33:09+00:00 | nwahomepage.com | https://www.nwahomepage.com/news/improved-covid-19-boosters-on-the-way-to-northwest-arkansas/ |
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — When South Dakotans head to the polls this November, they’ll once again be voting on recreational marijuana.
Initiated Measure 27 would legalize the possession, use, and distribution of marijuana for people 21 and older.
In 2020, 54 percent of voters said ‘yes’ to Constitutional Amendment A, which would have legalized marijuana in South Dakota.
However, the state’s highest court decided the amendment was invalid last year.
Now in less than two months, voters will be tasked with voting on recreational marijuana again.
The Sioux Falls mayor made his stance on the matter clear at a public safety briefing this week.
“If we think that legalizing marijuana in the fall is going to lead to a safer community, we have another thing coming,” Sioux Falls Mayor Paul TenHaken said.
Matthew Schweich is the campaign manager for the Yes on 27 campaign.
“I think the ruling against Amendment A was an attack on the initiative process. And so for me, it’s about restoring the will of the people, respecting voters,” Yes on 27 campaign manager Matthew Schweich said.
TenHaken isn’t sold on the idea that revenues from marijuana legalization are a tremendous boon to a community.
“Any revenue that is realized is used to deal with the unintended consequences, treatment issues, crime issues, that result as a result of legalization,” TenHaken said.
Shweich argues against that.
“If it were the case that in any of these legalization states that the cost of the policy was greater than the revenue then why haven’t we seen any state repeal this policy?” Schweich said.
According to the South Dakota Legislative Research Council fiscal notes, the state and counties could see a minimal decrease in expenses due to decreased incarceration for marijuana-related offenses.
The state could also see marginal additional revenue from new civil penalty fines.
Voters will issue their say on November 8th.
Early voting starts September 23rd in South Dakota.
Click here for a voting guide. | 2022-09-20T22:52:24+00:00 | keloland.com | https://www.keloland.com/news/local-news/south-dakota-marijuana/recreational-marijuana-both-sides-of-the-issue/ |
MAPLE HEIGHTS, Ohio — Police are investigating the events leading up to a woman's death from a self-inflicted gunshot wound that happened Friday on I-271 near mile marker 23 following a robbery in Maple Heights and subsequent police chase and crash.
According to police, the events started just before 2 p.m. when Maple Heights detectives spotted a vehicle in North Randall believed to have been involved in an armed robbery in their city earlier in the day. Detectives followed, and a uniformed officer pulled over the car in Maple Heights on Northfield Road near I-480.
Authorities said the vehicle stopped, but the driver fled the scene and drove south on I-271. Police pursued the vehicle on the highway until the driver lost control, hit a guard rail and stopped in the middle of the road.
When police went up to the vehicle, they found the female driver unconscious from what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. She was pronounced dead at the scene.
Anyone with information about the case is asked to call Maple Heights police detectives at 216-587-9624. Tips can also be emailed to detectives.
The matter remains under investigation.
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Read ESPN's fantasy football Daily Notes every weekday to stay caught up on the news you need to know and get a head start on the fantasy football content coming today and tomorrow to ESPN.com and the ESPN Fantasy App.
The news: ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that Colts RB Jonathan Taylor suffered a sprained ankle Saturday against the Vikings.
What it means in fantasy: Whether Taylor will play again this season remains to be seen. Zack Moss and Deon Jackson rotated at running back for the Colts following Taylor's injury in the second quarter. In the event Taylor misses time, the situation could become even more complicated for fantasy managers if Jordan Wilkins is activated from the Colts' practice squad in his place. My first choice on the waiver wire would be Moss.
The news: Jaguars RB Travis Etienne Jr. finished with 21 touches and 127 total yards on Sunday against the Cowboys despite an in-game injury.
What it means in fantasy: This was his best fantasy performance since Week 10. An ankle injury caused him to briefly leave the game late in the fourth quarter, but he returned. The fact that Etienne returned suggests he is fine, but it wouldn't be the first time a player returned and later discovered the injury was worse than anticipated. If Etienne is out, fantasy managers should prioritize JaMychal Hasty. The Jaguars face the Jets in Week 16, but their Week 17 matchup with the Texans is particularly appealing. Hasty is only rostered in 4.1% of ESPN leagues. Etienne's status needs to be closely monitored.
The news: Cardinals QB Colt McCoy suffered a concussion against the Broncos on Sunday at the start of the third quarter.
What it means in fantasy: Trace McSorley took over as the Cardinals' quarterback for the remainder of the game following the injury to McCoy. The third-string quarterback completed 13 of 21 passes for 78 yards and an interception. In case you forgot, Kyler Murray tore his ACL in Week 14. McCoy is now in the league protocol. Deandre Hopkins and James Conner's fantasy value have already been negatively impacted by the change from Murray to McCoy. McSorley makes it even worse. It will be a tough matchup for the Cardinals in Week 16 against the Buccaneers.
Today on ESPN.com/Fantasy and in the ESPN Fantasy App
• Eric Moody's waiver wire pickups identify the top players to claim for your team
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• Week 16 fantasy football rankings at every position (PPR and NPPR)
Matt Bowen's streaming pickups: deeper picks for deeper leagues and emergency need
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• Matt Bowen and Tristan H. Cockcroft: Jerick McKinnon, Zay Jones among fantasy playoff difference-makers | 2022-12-19T14:02:21+00:00 | espn.com | https://www.espn.com/fantasy/football/story/_/id/35285363/fantasy-football-news-jonathan-taylor-travis-etienne-colt-mccoy |
Alex Murdaugh’s brother testifies in murder trial
COLLETON COUNTY, S.C. (WTOC) - Alex Murdaugh’s legal team finishing their case Monday with a mix of experts and emotions calling John Marvin Murdaugh, Alex’s youngest brother.
Throughout the last six weeks, I’ve seen John Marvin’s constantly saying hello to people with a smile on his face and getting one in return from whoever he’s talking to.
That’s the same thing that happened with the jury as he took the stand today, but shortly into his testimony that joy changed to sadness.
”Excuse me, I have a hard time talking about Paul because we had a very special relationship.”
It’s a bond we’ve heard about throughout the trial, John Marvin saying he’s one of the last people to see Paul Murdaugh alive.
”He was playing with the kids in the yard, being Paul. Was that the last time you saw him? It was the last time I saw him,” John Marvin Murdaugh said.
John Marvin also said he was the first back to the scene the morning after the murders.
”For some reason I thought it was my something that I needed to do for Paul, to clean it up and I can promise you no mother or father or aunt or uncle should ever have to see and do what I did that day.”
Through tissue wiped eyes he explained law enforcement had already cleared the scene but not cleaned it, just one of his gripes with SLED’s handling of the case.
Similarly, to when he approached an agent knowing the location of Maggie’s phone.
”And he said no need, we have technology coming later today and we should be able to find it and it just blew me away.”
The prosecution flipped that cooperation point back at the witness, asking if he thought his brother was helpful to law enforcement during the investigation and followed with this.
”So when did you first learn that your brother was down at the kennels just before the murders? Two days ago like the rest of us?” John Conrad said.
“No, no.”
Alex’s attorneys mixed that emotion with expert details as they closed out their case for the jury.
”The totality of the evidence is more suggestive of a two-shooter scenario.”
Defense witnesses disagreeing with opinions given during the state’s case, this crime scene reconstruction specialist focusing on that multiple shooter theory.
”Structurally difficulty for the same shooter to have two firearms and no practical reason for that to happen, add that to what I believe happened to the shooter who fired first with a shotgun and I think it tips in favor of two shooters.”
It’s an idea the prosecution also didn’t directly dispute..
Again, the defense officially rested their case. From here the state says they expect to call four or five reply witnesses, and then move to closing arguments.
Copyright 2023 WTOC. All rights reserved. | 2023-02-28T12:34:09+00:00 | atlantanewsfirst.com | https://www.atlantanewsfirst.com/2023/02/27/alex-murdaughs-brother-testifies-murder-trial/ |
NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks are slipping in early trading as Wall Street waits for the Federal Reserve’s latest move on interest rates and watches Washington edge closer to what would be a catastrophic default on U.S. government debt. The S&P 500 was 0.4% lower shortly early Tuesday. The Dow was down 0.5% while the Nasdaq composite fell 0.2%. Some of the sharpest action was among companies that reported results for the first three months of the year, as earnings reporting season stays in high gear. Australia’s central bank surprised markets by increasing its benchmark interest rate by a quarter percentage point.
THIS IS A BREAKING NEWS UPDATE. AP’s earlier story follows below.
Wall Street inched lower before the bell Tuesday ahead of what many hope will be the last interest rate hike by the U.S. Federal Reserve for some time.
Futures for the Dow Jones industrials ticked down 0.2% before the bell and the S&P 500 slipped 0.1%, with the response to the third failure of a sizeable U.S. bank on Monday muted.
Investors appear more focused on the next moves at the Federal Reserve, which begins a two-day meeting Tuesday. Most economists expect the Fed to raise short-term rate by another quarter of a percentage point, up to a range of 5 to 5.25% from virtually zero early last year.
The Fed has been raising rates sharply in hopes of getting high inflation under control. But high rates are a notoriously blunt tool that slow the entire economy, raise the risk of a recession and hurt prices for investments. They also contributed to the recent turmoil in the financial sector, particularly for banks top heavy with rate sensitive investments like bonds.
If banks tighten lending practices after the recent failures, it could magnify the effect of rate increases already in place. A number of economists expect a recession to hit later this year.
First Republic had been feared as the next to topple following March’s failures of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank. That fueled a larger worry that runs on smaller and midsized banks could take down the economy, like the financial industry's woes did in 2008.
Many other questions continue to hang over Wall Street that could shake things up. They include worries about the U.S. government’s latest squabble over the country’s debt limit.
One lever that’s propped up Wall Street in recent weeks has been a stream of companies reporting better-than-expected profits for the first three months of the year.
Elsewhere, France’s CAC 40 lost 0.2% at midday, Germany’s DAX fell 0.4% and Britain’s FTSE 100 was unchanged. Economic and inflation reports are expected in Europe ahead of the central bank meeting later in the week.
Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 dipped 0.9% to 7,267.40, after the Reserve Bank of Australia raised interest rates by a quarter-percentage point, an unexpected move that signaled further tightening might be ahead.
South Korea’s Kospi gained 0.9% to 2,524.39. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng gained 0.2% to 19,933.81.
Japan’s Nikkei 225 edged up 0.1% to close at 29,157.95. Trading in Tokyo will be closed for Golden Week holidays the rest of the week. Trading was closed in Shanghai for Labor Day.
Recent China manufacturing data showed a contraction, reflecting how the weakening export market is starting to hurt the domestic economy, according to analysts.
“We believe that the government will resume subsidies on electric vehicles, which would benefit both the manufacturing and services sector. The government might also push infrastructure construction faster,” said Robert Carnell and other analysts at ING in their report.
In energy trading, benchmark U.S. crude fell 20 cents to $75.46 a barrel. Brent crude, the international standard, fell 17 cents to $79.14 a barrel.
In currency trading, the U.S. dollar inched down to 137.37 Japanese yen from 137.47 yen. The euro stood at $1.0970, down slightly from $1.0978.
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Kageyama reported from Tokyo; Ott reported from Washington. | 2023-05-02T13:49:06+00:00 | lmtonline.com | https://www.lmtonline.com/business/article/stock-market-today-asia-shares-mixed-on-holiday-18001773.php |
Himiway recently partnered with the esteemed New England Parkinson's Ride to raise $2million for Michael J. Fox Foundation.
EL MONTE, Calif., Oct. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Proud moment for Himiway! The leading long range fat tire electric bikes manufacturer recently had the honor of being the title sponsor of the New England Parkinson's Ride. Himiway collaborated with the prestigious charity ride to raise the fundraising goal of $2 million for Michael J. Fox Foundation.
Himiway's recent collaboration with New England Parkinson's Ride marks a historical chapter not just for the journey of Himiway but for the American electric bike industry as well. It is for the FIRST time Himiway has been involved in such a large charity ride and also it is for the FIRST time that an e-bike brand has hosted such a charity event.
The New England Parkinson's Ride 2022 was scheduled for September 10, 2022. As the title sponsor for the event, Himiway has sponsored $30,000 for New England Parkinson's Ride. The company also sent a cycling team that participated in the 30-mile cycling task for the event. The event also had corporate representatives from Himiway interviewing Parkinson's Ride's board members to understand their mission, vision, and objectives behind the event.
The Himiway representative emphasized that every day they come across customers who suffer from circumstances that affect their daily lives, such as diabetes, cardiovascular issues, hip, and knee injuries, and more. Despite the physical limitations, they have been able to find light and hope through their reawakened passion for cycling. The representative shared that these inspiring incidents motivate them towards taking up more social responsibility and supporting all the bravehearts who are suffering from serious mobility-limiting ailments like Parkinson's.
After the ride, the New England Parkinson's Riding Association held a raffle. The winner of the contest won Himiway's Zebra- a premium all-terrain electric bike and one of the bestsellers for the company. The prize was sponsored by Himiway.
One of the top 3 electric bike manufacturers in the USA, Himiway is driven by the goal to fulfill social responsibilities globally, while assuring industry-leading long range fat tire electric bikes and premier customer service. Guided by humanitarian ethos, Himiway is looking forward to hosting more such charity events in the coming months and years.
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The Blue Paradox; highlighting plastic pollution crisis
Adrienne Pedersen with S.C. Johnson joins FOX6 WakeUp with more details.
The Blue Paradox, an immersive experience highlighting the plastic pollution crisis, is now on display closer to home. S.C. Johnson is partnering with Conservation International to bring this exhibit to life. Adrienne Pedersen with S.C. Johnson joins FOX6 WakeUp with more details. | 2023-07-18T18:12:46+00:00 | fox6now.com | https://www.fox6now.com/news/the-blue-paradox-highlighting-plastic-pollution-crisis |
MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin Judge Jennifer Dorow drew fan mail and gifts from people who admired her handling of the often disruptive actions of a man on trial for killing six people by driving through a Christmas parade.
There are already two liberal candidates and a conservative former Wisconsin Supreme Court justice running. A Feb. 21 primary will narrow the field to two finalists for the April 4 election.
The high court has been bitterly partisan for more than a decade, with conservatives firmly in control during that period. Their majority upheld a law that effectively ended collective bargaining for public workers; approved Republican-drawn legislative maps that maintained districts rated as among the nation’s most gerrymandered; overturned a stay-at-home order issued during COVID-19; and banned absentee ballot drop boxes.
In 2020, the court did reject a challenge by Donald Trump aiming to overturn his election loss to President Joe Biden in the state. But both sides are girding for more election-related lawsuits surrounding the 2024 election.
“Everything will be on the table if the majority of the court switches from conservative to liberal,” said Brandon Scholz, who ran two campaigns for the conservative justice whose retirement created the vacancy and the opportunity for liberals to flip majority control.
Major issues that could come before the new court next year include the constitutionality of Wisconsin’s 1849 abortion ban. The newest justice will also be on the court for the next round of redistricting and could make decisions before that affecting how the current Republican-drawn maps are recast.
Dorow attracted national attention while presiding over the livestreamed trial of Darrell Brooks, who was convicted of killing six people and injuring scores of others by driving his SUV through a Christmas parade last year. Viewers sent cards, letters and gifts to Dorow via the court clerk’s office; the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, which obtained the material, reported that one letter writer called Dorow “a freakin’ saint.” Another praised her “for showing the world what a patient, competent and incredible judge looks like.”
Dorow, 51, has never run for a statewide office before, unlike the other conservative candidate already in the race. Former justice Dan Kelly was appointed to the state Supreme Court in 2016 by then-Republican Gov. Scott Walker, whose son Alex is running Kelly’s campaign.
Kelly ran for a full term in 2020, but lost in an election when liberal turnout was high because it included the Democratic presidential primary. Trump, who won Wisconsin in 2016 but lost in 2020, endorsed Kelly in that race.
Democrats are already playing up the abortion issue to raise awareness of the race.
“If Dan Kelly wins in 2023, he’ll be Trump’s greatest asset in 2024,” Wisconsin Democratic Party Chairman Ben Wikler tweeted on Tuesday. “But if we beat Dan Kelly, Wisconsin will have a pro-rule-of-law Supreme Court for the first time in years. The consequences could be dramatic.”
Conservatives are hoping for a more reliable vote than they got with Justice Brian Hagedorn, who had Republican backing in his 2019 campaign but has proven to be a swing vote who sometimes sides with liberals. Some of Kelly’s backers are arguing that conservatives should rally around Kelly because he’s already been vetted.
“Now is not the time to take a chance with an untested candidate,” conservative state Supreme Court Justice Rebecca Bradley said this week while announcing she supports Kelly.
Fair Courts America, a group funded by billionaire GOP megadonor Richard Uihlein, plans to spend millions of dollars to back Kelly, spokesman Dan Curry said.
“In these turbulent times, we cannot take a chance on untested, unproven alternatives,” Curry said.
Dorow is a former criminal defense attorney who was appointed by Walker, has been elected twice and is active in the Republican Party in Waukesha County, a longtime GOP stronghold. When asked to respond to a potential Dorow candidacy, Kelly did not address it directly but did note that he has been endorsed by Waukesha County’s sheriff.
Dorow did not immediately respond to a message left at her office Thursday seeking comment.
Longtime Republican strategist Mark Graul said he has spoken to Dorow about a potential run.
“I think she would be a very strong candidate,” he said. “She’s a judge and a former prosecutor who just had an incredible display of what all of us think a judge should look and act like. I think that’s a pretty good starting point for a statewide judicial race.”
Scholz, who previously served as the state Republican Party’s director, said Dorow is “obviously a very high-profile judge right now” given how she ran the Brooks trial. She sentenced Brooks to life in prison without the possibility of parole on Wednesday.
Dorow won’t have long to decide. Candidates can start circulating their nomination papers on Dec. 1.
The two liberal candidates, Dane County Circuit Judge Everett Mitchell and Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Janet Protasiewicz, have been raising money and campaigning for months.
Protasiewicz has lined up more than 800 endorsements, including that of liberal state Supreme Court Justice Rebecca Dallet. Mitchell has the backing of former Democratic Gov. Jim Doyle, along with dozens of others largely in the Madison area, including the Dane County sheriff, county executive and Madison police chief. | 2022-11-17T19:14:48+00:00 | washingtonpost.com | https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/parade-crash-judge-mulls-wisconsin-supreme-court-run/2022/11/17/93a13a14-66a9-11ed-b08c-3ce222607059_story.html |
2021 Nobel Peace Prize winners have faced a year of battles
WASHINGTON (AP) — Winning the Nobel Peace Prize often provides a boost for a grassroots activist or international group working for peace and human rights, opening doors and elevating the causes for which they fight. But it doesn’t always work out that way.
For the two journalists who won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2021, the past year has not been easy.
Dmitry Muratov of Russia and Maria Ressa of the Philippines have been fighting for the survival of their news organizations, defying government efforts to silence them. The two were honored last year for “their efforts to safeguard freedom of expression, which is a precondition for democracy and lasting peace.”
Muratov, the longtime editor of newspaper Novaya Gazeta, saw the situation for independent media in Russia turn from bad to worse following Russia’s Feb. 24 invasion of Ukraine. A week later it removed much of the war reporting from its website in response to a new Russian law, which threatened jail terms of up to 15 years for publishing information disparaging the Russian military or deemed to be “fake.”
That could include mention of Russian forces harming civilians or suffering losses on the battlefield. All other major independent Russian media either closed down or had their websites blocked. Many Russian journalists left the country. But Novaya Gazeta held out, printing three issues a week and reaching what Muratov said were 27 million readers in March.
Finally, on March 28, after two warnings from Russia’s media regulator, the paper announced it was suspending publication for the duration of the war. A team of its journalists, however, started a new project from abroad, calling it Novaya Gazeta Europe.
Muratov has kept the newspaper going through many trying times since it was founded in 1993. The paper has won acclaim but also made many enemies in Russia through its critical reporting and investigations into rights abuses and corruption. Six of its journalists have been killed.
In April, while Muratov was on a train waiting to leave Moscow for Samara, a man poured red paint over him, causing his eyes to burn. He said the man shouted: “Muratov, here’s one for our boys!”
His newspaper, too, wasn’t to be left in peace. In September, a court agreed to the media regulator’s request to revoke its license.
In appealing the ruling, Muratov argued that the regulator should have been satisfied that the newspaper was no longer publishing, but instead wanted a “control shot to the head” to make sure it was dead.
One bright spot came in June, when his Nobel Peace Prize sold at auction for $103.5 million, shattering the old record for a Nobel. The money went to help Ukrainian child refugees. Muratov also donated his $500,000 Nobel cash award to charity.
In the Philippines, the legal travails of Ressa and her news website Rappler under former President Rodrigo Duterte have not eased with his exit from office on June 30 at the end of a turbulent six-year term that activists regarded as a human rights calamity in an Asian bastion of democracy.
Her online news outfit was among the most critical of Duterte’s brutal crackdown against illegal drugs, which left thousands of mostly petty drug suspects dead and sparked an International Criminal Court investigation into possible crimes against humanity.
Throughout much of Duterte’s rule, Ressa and Rappler, which she co-founded in 2012, fought a slew of lawsuits that threatened to shut down the increasingly popular news website and lock her up in jail. Just two days before Duterte stepped down, the government’s corporate regulator upheld a decision revoking Rappler’s operating license on a conclusion that the news upstart allowed a foreign investor to wield control in violation of a constitutional prohibition on foreign control of local media, a finding that Rappler had disputed.
Rappler moved to fight the closure order and told its staff: “It is business as usual for us. We will adapt, adjust, survive and thrive.”
It got backing from prominent democracy voices. “Rappler and Maria Ressa tell the truth,” Hillary Clinton tweeted. “Shutting the site down would be a grave disservice to the country and its people.”
About a week later in July, in the first days in power of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., Manila’s Court of Appeals upheld an online libel conviction of Ressa and a former Rappler journalist in a separate lawsuit and imposed a longer prison sentence of up to six years, eight months and 20 days for both. Their lawyers appealed to keep them out of prison and the news website running.
The ruling prompted the Norwegian Nobel Committee to react, with committee chair Berit Reiss-Andersen, saying it “underlines the importance of a free, independent and fact-based journalism, which serves to protect against abuse of power, lies and war propaganda.”
The astonishing rise to power of Marcos Jr., the son of a dictator who was ousted in a 1986 pro-democracy uprising amid widespread rights atrocities and plunder, was a new reality check on the extent of disinformation and fake news on social media that Rappler and other independent news organizations have grappled with in the Philippines.
Critics attributed his landslide electoral victory to a well-funded online propaganda, which they said whitewashed the Marcos family’s history and underscored the powerful sway of social media in a country regarded as one of the world’s largest internet users.
When asked about Ressa and Rappler in an appearance at the Asia Society headquarters in New York last month, Marcos Jr. said his administration would not interfere in court cases. He made no mention of allegations of media repression by his predecessor.
A private individual filed the two online libel cases against her, he said, and added that the closure order came off a legal breach.
“What have happened with Maria Ressa and Rappler is that it was determined that it is a foreign enterprise,” Marcos Jr. said. “And that’s not allowed in our rules, in our law.”
The 2022 Nobel Peace Prize will be announced on Friday in Oslo.
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Company's 16th annual sustainability report highlights advancement of initiatives through Sustainable Play™
LONDON, July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) announced today the release of its 2022 Sustainability Report, detailing the Company's strong commitment to global sustainability and advancement of its environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance under its Sustainable Play™ initiatives.
"This marks the 16th consecutive year that IGT has released its Sustainability Report, demonstrating the Company's comprehensive sustainability initiatives and the positive impacts they have on our people and the planet," said Vince Sadusky, IGT CEO. "With a strong foundation centered around Sustainable Play and priorities aligned with UN Global Compact principles and Sustainable Development Goals, IGT continues to make considerable progress as an industry leader in global sustainability as we build a more sustainable business for the future."
Highlights of the 2022 report include IGT's focus on four key sustainability pillars:
- Valuing and Protecting Our People: With employees based in nearly 60 countries, IGT represents a multicultural environment where individual beliefs and needs are respected and valued. The Company is committed to protecting human rights, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and preventing acts of discrimination. IGT maintains a series of policies and procedures to promote a safe, equitable and inclusive work environment.
- Advancing Responsibility: As a global leader in the gaming industry, IGT considers responsibility a critical part of its business. Risk mitigation features and capabilities are embedded in a system of codes, policies, guidelines, and best practices to protect customers, employees, players, suppliers, and the environment.
- Supporting Our Communities: IGT encourages sustainable communities where the Company operates through corporate and employee-driven programs that align with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals and facilitate opportunities for support, learning, and growth.
- Fostering Sustainable Operations: As a supplier and operator, IGT seeks to ensure that its corporate policies and the internationally recognized ESG standards apply to the entire value chain. IGT remains committed to addressing its environmental impact, implementing systems and strategies to prevent and mitigate its impact on climate change, biodiversity, and air pollution, while increasing circularity.
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Police: Man charged in Takeoff’s death tried to avoid arrest
HOUSTON (AP) — The man accused of fatally shooting rapper Takeoff last month outside a Houston bowling alley sought information about using fake plane tickets to obtain an expedited passport in his efforts to flee the country, and repeatedly made online searches about whether he was a suspect in the case, prosecutors alleged during a court hearing Wednesday.
But attorneys for Patrick Xavier Clark, 33, say their client never had any intention of leaving Houston and he will likely pursue self-defense in the case, as he has asserted his innocence.
“We feel comfortable that when the time is right that Mr. Clark will have a valid and meritorious claim for self-defense,” Letitia Quinones, one of Clark’s attorneys, said after the hearing. She declined to provide additional details on this to reporters, but during the hearing, she suggested that Clark only fired after someone shot at him first. Police say Clark fired the first shot.
Takeoff was shot in the head and back as more than 30 people were leaving a private party at the bowling alley around 2:30 a.m. on Nov. 1. Houston police have said the gunfire followed a disagreement over a “lucrative” game of dice outside the bowling alley, but that the 28-year-old rapper was not involved and was “an innocent bystander.”
Clark was arrested on Dec. 1 on a murder charge.
During Wednesday’s hearing, Clark’s attorneys had sought to have his bond reduced from $2 million to $100,000. But state District Judge Josh Hill was initially hesitant to reduce his bond, believing he could be a flight risk and that Clark’s “Google searches for fake tickets cause me a great deal of concern.”
During the hearing, Houston police Sgt. Michael Burrow testified that a review of Clark’s cell phone after his arrest found he had made online searches for fake plane tickets. Prosecutors suggested these searches were tied to Clark’s efforts to get an expedited passport. Investigators also found multiple searches on his cell phone in which Clark looked at news articles about the shooting and whether he was named as a suspect, he said.
“It was my belief he was preparing to flee the country,” Burrow said.
Surveillance video showed Clark was holding a wine bottle in one hand when he fired his gun, Burrow said. Clark left the bottle near the scene of the shooting and fingerprints found on the bottle were later used to identify him. FBI sources had also pointed to Clark as being at the shooting.
Quinones denied Clark was trying to leave the country after the shooting, saying that before his arrest he had canceled a previously scheduled trip to Mexico and that on the day of his arrest he had been looking for an apartment to rent in the city.
Hill agreed to reduce Clark’s bond to $1 million if additional security requirements could be met and he agreed to consider next week additional information from Clark’s lawyers about possibly lowering it more, possibly to $300,000. Quinones said she hopes Hill lowers the bond to $300,000 as anything higher cannot be afforded by Clark’s family.
Clark’s father, Joseph, testified that his son works as a DJ and also promotes night clubs but that he has never been financially stable, still lives at home, borrows his truck to get around and wouldn’t have the resources to flee to another country.
During the hearing, prosecutors played a recording of a call Clark made on Dec. 6 from jail to his family in which he could he heard saying that the $2 million bond “can be made right now.” Prosecutors suggested Clark has had access to large amounts of cash in his work as a DJ and with night clubs. But Quinones said Clark indicating he could pay the $2 million was just boastful claims from “a young man talking and talking too much.”
Police have said that during the shooting, another man and a woman suffered non-life-threatening gunshot injuries, and that at least two people opened fired. Police said investigators are still trying to track down witnesses. The gun used to kill Takeoff has not been recovered, Burrow said.
Born Kirsnick Khari Ball, Takeoff was the youngest member of Migos, the Grammy-nominated rap trio from suburban Atlanta that also featured his uncle Quavo and cousin Offset.
Migos first broke through with the massive hit “Versace” in 2013. They had four Top 10 hits on the Billboard Hot 100, though Takeoff was not on their multi-week No. 1 hit “Bad and Boujee,” featuring Lil Uzi Vert. They put out a trilogy of albums called “Culture,” “Culture II” and “Culture III,” with the first two hitting No. 1 on the Billboard 200 album chart.
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What to know about the Trump indictment on the eve of his court appearance
Donald Trump, the first ex-president in history to face criminal charges, is headed to New York this week for an expected arraignment on Tuesday after being indicted last week by a Manhattan grand jury.
The expected voluntary surrender of a former president and 2024 White House candidate will be a unique affair in more ways than one – both for the Manhattan district attorney's office and the New York courthouse where he'll be arraigned and for a nation watching to see how it'll shake up the GOP presidential primary.
The former president has remained "surprisingly calm," spending the weekend in Florida playing golf and mulling how to use it to boost his campaign, CNN reported Sunday night, after an indictment that caught him and his advisers "off guard."
Trump faces more than 30 counts related to business fraud, CNN has reported, but the indictment remains under seal.
The Manhattan district attorney's office has been investigating Trump in connection with his alleged role in a hush money payment scheme and cover-up involving adult film star Stormy Daniels that dates to the 2016 presidential election. Trump and his allies have already attacked Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg – and an advertised Tuesday night speech back at Mar-a-Lago will likely given Trump more opportunity to claim he's being political persecuted.
Continuing coverage:
- Media organizations seek unsealing of Trump indictment and ask to broadcast Tuesday proceedings
- Trump indictment throws 2024 presidential race into uncharted territory
- Trump's indictment in New York: Here's what to know
Here is what we know about the expected arraignment:
What will it look like and will Trump be handcuffed?
Trump is expected to leave Florida around noon ET on Monday, landing at New York's LaGuardia airport around 3 p.m. ET, according to a source familiar with his plans. The former president will stay at Trump Tower Monday night and is expected to depart New York immediately after Tuesday's arraignment to head back to Florida, the source said.
But even before Trump's appearance, his presence will be felt in the Manhattan courthouse Tuesday, as all trials and most other court activity is being halted before he is slated to arrive.
The Secret Service, the New York Police Department and the court officers are coordinating security for Trump's expected appearance. The Secret Service is scheduled to accompany Trump in the early afternoon to the district attorney's office, which is in the same building as the courthouse.
Trump will be booked by the investigators, which includes taking his fingerprints. Ordinarily, a mug shot would be taken. But sources familiar with the preparations were uncertain as to whether there would be a mugshot -- because Trump's appearance is widely known and authorities were concerned about the improper leaking of the photo, which would be a violation of state law.
Video above: GOP presidential candidates, potential contenders criticize Trump indictment
Typically, after defendants are arrested, they are booked and held in cells near the courtroom before they are arraigned. But that won't happen with Trump. Once the former president is finished being processed, he'll be taken through a back set of hallways and elevators to the floor where the courtroom is located. He'll then come out to a public hallway to walk into the courtroom.
Trump is not expected to be handcuffed, as he will be surrounded by armed federal agents for his protection.
"Obviously, this is different. This has never happened before. I have never had Secret Service involved in an arraignment before at 100 Centre Street," Trump lawyer Joe Tacopina said on CNN's "State of the Union" on Sunday. "All the Tuesday stuff is still very much up in the air, other than the fact that we will very loudly and proudly say not guilty."
By the afternoon, Trump is expected to be brought to the courtroom, where the indictment will be unsealed and he will formally face the charges. After he is arraigned, Trump will almost certainly be released on his own recognizance. It is possible, though perhaps unlikely, that conditions could be set on his travel.
Ordinarily, a defendant who is released would walk out the front doors, but Secret Service will want to limit the time and space where Trump is in public. So instead, once the court hearing is over, Trump is expected to walk again through the public hallway and into the back corridors to the district attorney's office, back to where his motorcade will be waiting.
Then he'll head to the airport so he can get back to Mar-a-Lago, where he's scheduled an event that evening to speak publicly.
Will the arraignment be televised?
Several media outlets, including CNN, have asked a New York judge to unseal the indictment and for permission to broadcast Trump's expected appearance in the courtroom on Tuesday.
The New York Times, The Washington Post and The Wall Street Journal are among the outlets making the request.
The news organizations are asking for a "limited number of photographers, videographers, and radio journalists to be present at the arraignment," and said in the letter that they are making "this limited request for audio-visual coverage in order to ensure that the operations of the Court will not be disrupted in any way."
If the judge does not grant the media outlets' unsealing request, it is expected that the indictment will be made public when Trump appears in court.
Who's the judge presiding?
Judge Juan Merchan is no stranger to Trump's orbit.
Merchan, an acting New York Supreme Court justice, has sentenced Trump's close confidant Allen Weisselberg to prison, presided over the Trump Organization tax fraud trial and overseen former adviser Steve Bannon's criminal fraud case.
Video above: Secret Service agents prepare to bring Trump to New York for arraignment
Merchan does not stand for disruptions or delays, attorneys who have appeared before him told CNN, and he's known to maintain control of his courtroom even when his cases draw considerable attention.
Trump attorney Timothy Parlatore said during an interview Friday on CNN that Merchan was "not easy" on him when he tried a case before him but that he will likely be fair.
"I've tried a case in front of him before. He could be tough. I don't think it's necessarily going to be something that's going to change his ability to evaluate the facts and the law in this case," Parlatore said.
How might Trump's team fight the charges?
Tacopina told CNN's Dana Bash Sunday that the former president will plead not guilty. His team "will look at every potential issue that we will be able to challenge, and we will challenge," Tacopina said.
The Trump team's court strategy could center around challenging the case because it may rely on business record entries that prosecutors tie to hush money payments to Daniels seven years ago, beyond the statute of limitations for a criminal case. Tacopina suggested in TV interviews Sunday the statute of limitations may have passed, and said the Trump businesses didn't make false entries.
Trump's legal team isn't currently considering asking to move the case to a different New York City borough, Tacopina said. "There's been no discussion of that whatsoever," he told ABC's George Stephanopoulos in another interview Sunday. "It's way too premature to start worrying about venue changes until we really see the indictment and grapple with the legal issues."
How is this affecting the Trump campaign?
Trump's political advisers over the weekend were actively discussing how to best campaign off the indictment they have portrayed as a political hoax and witch hunt, according to sources close to Trump.
His team has spent the last several days presenting the former president with polls showing him with a growing lead over Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, currently considered Trump's biggest 2024 rival, in a head-to-head match-up. And his team says it has raised more than $5 million dollars since he was indicted Thursday.
Despite the initial shock of the indictment, Trump has remained surprisingly calm and focused in the days ahead of his court appearance, CNN's Kristen Holmes reported.
The former president has seemingly saved his rage for his social media site, escalating his attacks on Bragg and leveling threats.
Many of Trump's allies, critics and likely opponents in the 2024 Republican presidential primary race have similarly attacked Bragg before and after the indictment.
But former Republican Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson, who announced his presidential campaign on Sunday, doubled down on his call for Trump to drop out of the race now that he is facing criminal charges.
"The office is more important than any individual person. So for the sake of the office of the presidency, I do think that's too much of a sideshow and distraction," Hutchinson said in an interview on ABC News. "He needs to be able to concentrate on his due process." | 2023-04-03T17:11:22+00:00 | kcci.com | https://www.kcci.com/article/trump-indictment-eve-of-arraignment-what-to-know/43495907 |
Starbucks has named a longtime PepsiCo executive as its new CEO.
The coffee giant said Thursday that Laxman Narasimhan will join Starbucks on Oct. 1 after relocating from London to Seattle, where Starbucks is based.
He will work closely with Starbucks’ interim CEO Howard Schultz through April 1, when he will assume the CEO role and join the company’s board.
Schultz said Narasimhan is “uniquely positioned” to lead the company, with a demonstrated track record of growth in both mature and emerging markets.
“As I have had the opportunity to get to know him, it has become clear that he shares our passion of investing in humanity and in our commitment to our partners, customers, and communities,” Schultz said in a statement.
Narasimhan, 55, was most recently CEO of Reckitt, a U.K.-based consumer health, hygiene and nutrition company that makes Lysol cleaner and Enfamil formula, among other products. Reckitt had announced Narasimhan’s surprise departure earlier Thursday. Reckitt’s shares dropped 5% following the announcement.
Prior to that, Narasimhan held various leadership roles at PepsiCo, including as global chief commercial officer. He also served as CEO of the company’s Latin America, Europe and Sub-Saharan Africa operations.
Narasimhan has also served as a senior partner at the consulting firm McKinsey & Co., where he focused on its consumer, retail and technology practices in the U.S., Asia and India.
Schultz, a longtime CEO who helped shape Starbucks after buying it in 1987, came out of retirement and assumed the interim CEO job in March after the company’s former CEO, Kevin Johnson, announced his retirement. Schultz also returned to the company’s board, and will remain there even after Narasimhan takes over.
Schultz said he had not planned to return, but wanted to help reshape the company after the pandemic, which upended Starbucks’ coffee shops and sped changes including a heavier mix of drive-thru orders.
Narasimhan takes over a company with significant strengths. Starbucks reported record demand in the April-June period as strong U.S. sales made up for continuing closures in China, the company’s second-largest market.
But Starbucks also has challenges. Schultz has been working on a plan to remake store layouts, upgrade equipment and bolster employees, who came out of the pandemic feeling harassed and underappreciated. Starbucks announced a $1 billion investment in employee wages and benefits last fall and added $200 million more for pay, worker training and other benefits in May.
Still, the company faces an unprecedented unionization effort, which it opposes. At least 233 U.S. Starbucks stores have voted to unionize since late last year.
Narasimhan worked with unions at Reckitt, where 23% of employees were unionized at the end of last year.
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By MARINA VILLENEUVE
Associated Press
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — New York lawmakers approved a sweeping overhaul Friday of the state’s handgun licensing rules, seeking to preserve some limits on firearms after the Supreme Court ruled that most people have a right to carry a handgun for personal protection.
The measure, signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul after passing both chambers by wide margins, is almost sure to draw more legal challenges from gun rights advocates who say the state is still putting too many restrictions on who can get guns and where they can carry them.
Hochul, a Democrat, called the Democrat-controlled Legislature back to Albany to work on the law after last week’s high-court ruling overturning the state’s longstanding licensing restrictions.
Backers said the law, which takes effect Sept. 1, strikes the right balance between complying with the Supreme Court’s ruling and keeping weapons out of the hands of people likely to use them recklessly or with criminal intent.
But some Republican lawmakers, opposed to tighter restrictions, argued the law violated the constitutional right to bear arms. They predicted it too would end up being overturned.
Among other things, the state’s new rules will require people applying for a handgun license to turn over a list of their social media accounts so officials could verify their “character and conduct.”
Applicants will have to show they have “the essential character, temperament and judgment necessary to be entrusted with a weapon and to use it only in a manner that does not endanger oneself and others.”
As part of that assessment, applicants have to turn over a list of social media accounts they’ve maintained in the past three years.
“Sometimes, they’re telegraphing their intent to cause harm to others,” Gov. Kathy Hochul, a Democrat, said at a news conference.
Gun rights advocates and Republican leaders were incensed, saying the legislation not only violated the Second Amendment, but also privacy and free speech rights.
“New Yorkers’ constitutional freedoms were just trampled on,” state Republican Chair Nick Langworthy said.
The bill approved by lawmakers doesn’t specify whether applicants will be required to provide licensing officers with access to private social media accounts not visible to the general public.
People applying for a license to carry a handgun will also have to provide four character references, take 16 hours of firearms safety training plus two hours of practice at a range, undergo periodic background checks and turn over contact information for their spouse, domestic partner or any other adults living in their household.
Hochul’s chief lawyer, Elizabeth Fine, insisted the state was setting out “a very clear set of eligibility criteria” and noted that the legislation includes an appeals process.
The measure signed into law Friday also fixes a recently passed law that barred sales of some types of bullet-resistant vests to the general public. The previous law inadvertently left out many types of body armor, including the type worn by a gunman who killed 10 Black people in a racist attack on a Buffalo supermarket.
The Supreme Court’s ruling last week struck down a 109-year-old state law that required people to demonstrate an unusual threat to their safety to qualify for a license to carry a handgun outside their homes. That restriction generally limited the licenses to people who had worked in law enforcement or had another special need that went beyond routine public safety concerns.
Under the new system, the state won’t authorize permits for people with criminal convictions within the past five years for driving while intoxicated, menacing or third-degree assault.
People also won’t be allowed to carry firearms at a long list of “sensitive places,” including New York City’s tourist-packed Times Square.
That list also includes schools, universities, government buildings, places where people have gathered for public protests, health care facilities, places of worship, libraries, public playgrounds and parks, day care centers, summer camps, addiction and mental health centers, shelters, public transit, bars, theaters, stadiums, museums, polling places and casinos.
New York will also bar people from bringing guns into any business or workplace unless the owners put up signs saying guns are welcome. People who bring guns into places without such signs could be prosecuted on felony charges.
That’s a reverse approach from many other states where businesses that want to keep guns out are usually required to post signs indicating weapons aren’t allowed.
Gun advocates said the law infringes on rights upheld by the Supreme Court.
“Now we’re going to let the pizzeria owner decide whether or not I can express my constitutional right,” said Sen. Andrew Lanza, a Staten Island Republican. “This is a disgrace. See you in the courts.”
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Associated Press/Report for America writer Maysoon Khan contributed to this report. Maysoon Khan is a corps member for the Associated Press/Report for America Statehouse News Initiative. Report for America is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on under-covered issues. Follow Maysoon Khan on Twitter.
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Oilers vs. Golden Knights NHL Playoffs Second Round Game 6: Odds, total, moneyline and other Vegas lines
Game 6 of the NHL Playoffs Second Round on Sunday, May 14 will see the Edmonton Oilers hosting the Vegas Golden Knights at Rogers Place at 10:00 PM ET on ESPN, CBC, SportsNet, and TVAS. The Golden Knights are ahead in the series 3-2. The Oilers are the favorite, with -185 odds on the moneyline, in this decisive matchup against the Golden Knights, who have +150 moneyline odds.
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Oilers vs. Golden Knights Game Info
- When: Sunday, May 14, 2023 at 10:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: ESPN, CBC, SportsNet, and TVAS
- Where: Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta
- Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo!
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Oilers vs. Golden Knights Betting Trends
- In 61 games this season, Edmonton and its opponent have combined for more than 6.5 goals.
- The Oilers are 22-9 when favored on the moneyline this season.
- The Golden Knights have claimed an upset victory in 11, or 68.8%, of the 16 games they have played as an underdog this season.
- In games it has played with moneyline odds of -185 or shorter, Edmonton is 13-4 (winning 76.5% of the time).
- Vegas has four games this season playing as the underdog by +150 or longer, and is 3-1 in those contests.
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AP Week in Pictures: North America
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This photo gallery highlights some of the most compelling images from North America made or published by The Associated Press in the past week.
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SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea’s rubber-stamp parliament has passed a budget that sustains a high level of defense spending despite economic troubles as leader Kim Jong Un pushes for an aggressive expansion of his nuclear arsenal amid stalled diplomacy.
State media reports indicated Kim didn’t attend the Supreme People’s Assembly’s two-day session that ended Wednesday. Pyongyang’s official Korean Central News Agency didn’t mention any comments by assembly members toward the United States or South Korea in its report of the meetings on Thursday.
The assembly convened weeks after Kim called for an “exponential increase” of nuclear warheads, mass production of battlefield tactical nuclear weapons targeting “enemy” South Korea and the development of more advanced intercontinental ballistic missiles designed to reach the U.S. mainland.
His statements during a major political conference in December underscored an intensifying nuclear standoff with the United States and its allies in Asia after he pushed North Korea’s weapons tests to a record pace in 2022.
The North fired more than 70 missiles last year, including multiple ICBM launches, and conducted a series of tests it described as simulated nuclear attacks on South Korean and U.S. targets.
Analysts say Kim’s aggressive arms expansion and escalatory nuclear doctrine are aimed at forcing the United States to accept the idea of North Korea as a nuclear power and to negotiate economic and security concessions from a position of strength.
KCNA said the assembly’s members projected overall state spending would increase by 1.7% this year but made no mention of the actual size of the budget.
The assembly’s members devoted 15.9% of this year’s national budget to defense spending, the same proportion as last year, to support efforts on “further bolstering up the war deterrence both in quality and quantity” and “defending the dignity and security of the country and the people,” KCNA said.
It’s difficult to gauge how much money North Korea would be spending on its military capabilities, considering the poor quality of the limited statistics it discloses.
According to the U.S. State Department’s 2021 World Military Expenditures and Arms Transfers report, North Korea possibly spent around $4 billion on defense in 2019, which would have amounted to 26% of its estimated gross domestic product, the highest proportion among 170 countries it reviewed.
KCNA’s report on the assembly meetings hinted that North Korea was struggling to revive a moribund economy battered by mismanagement, U.S.-led sanctions over Kim’s nuclear ambitions, and COVID-19-related border closures.
Finance Minister Ko Jong Bom lamented unspecified shortcomings in raising tax revenues from state companies. He called for economic workers to strengthen their “ideological resolve” and put broader national interests before the interests of their specific units, KCNA said.
The assembly’s members also passed a new law aimed at protecting the “cultured” dialect specific to the capital Pyongyang region, apparently the country’s latest step to stem South Korean and other foreign cultural influences.
They also discussed strengthening the surveillance activities of the Central Public Prosecutors Office to establish “revolutionary law-abiding spirit,” underscoring how Kim’s government continues to strengthen its control of its people in face of the deepening economic challenges.
Kim last appeared at the assembly in September, when he defiantly stated his country would never abandon the nuclear weapons he clearly sees as his strongest guarantee of survival.
The assembly’s members then passed legislation that authorized preemptive nuclear attacks in a broad range of scenarios where it may perceive its leadership as under threat, which included conventional clashes or conflicts that wouldn’t necessarily amount to war.
Alarmed by the growing North Korean nuclear threat, South Korea and Japan are scrambling to strengthen their defense postures in conjunction with their alliances with the United States.
In an interview with The Associated Press last week, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol said his government was engaged in discussions with the Biden administration over joint military planning potentially involving U.S. nuclear assets.
The allies are planning to hold a tabletop exercise next month aimed at sharpening their response to where North Korea uses a nuclear weapon. Yoon’s government has also said it would call for Washington to deploy strategic military assets near the Korean Peninsula more frequently.
In December, Japan made a major break from its strictly self-defense-only postwar principle by adopting a new national security strategy that includes goals to acquire preemptive strike capabilities and cruise missiles in face of growing threats from North Korea, China and Russia. | 2023-01-19T06:46:53+00:00 | kxnet.com | https://www.kxnet.com/news/international/ap-international/ap-north-korea-sustains-high-defense-spending-with-new-budget/ |
Stars Rob Gronkowski, Vernon Davis, Wallo and Gillie, NLE Choppa, and Renee Montgomery To Compete in Game to Benefit Underprivileged Youth on August 21st at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, GA - More Stars to be announced next week
Celebrity Game Presented by Monster Energy Will Close Out The League's Fifth Season and Biggest BIG3 Weekend Ever with Inaugural All-Star Game and 2022 Championship Game to Follow
ATLANTA, Aug. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the BIG3 and Monster Energy announced the first celebrity participants in the Monster Energy BIG3 Celebrity Game. As part of the BIG3's Championship Game-day events, the league will welcome the biggest stars in sports and entertainment to participate in the game raising money and awareness for underprivileged youth. The Celebrity Game will tip off at 2 pm ET at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday, August 21st, followed by the league's inaugural All-Star Game and 2022 Championship Game – the BIG3's biggest weekend yet. The Celebrity Game will air on Sunday, September 4, 2022 on CBS.
The Celebrity Game will feature two teams of celebrities going head-to-head
in a game of FIREBALL3 – the BIG3's innovative 3-on-3 game played on a half court with single free throws, a four-point circle, and even the "Bring the Fire" rule allowing teams one challenge per half determined by an in-game one-on-one.
Four-time Super Bowl Champion and Monster Energy Athlete Rob Gronkowski will lead Team Webull against a second team of celebrity opponents to be announced next week. Other participants in the Celebrity Game include:
- Super Bowl Champion and NFL great Vernon Davis
- Wallo & Gillie of the hit Barstool Sports podcast Million Dollaz Worth of Game
- Certified-Platinum Rapper NLE Choppa
- Former WNBA Great and Co-Owner of the WNBA Atlanta Dream Renee Montgomery
- Other athletes, musicians, actors, and personalities to be announced next week
"Bringing together the hottest celebrities and biggest names in basketball has been part of the league since its inception, so having a celebrity game was just a matter of time as our league grows," said Ice Cube, BIG3 co-founder. "Monster Energy has been a great partner of the BIG3 and we are excited to be working with them to raise money and awareness for important causes and bring the BIG3 its first-ever Celebrity Game. These celebrities have talent for sure, but whether you've won a Super Bowl or a Grammy, it still comes down to what you do out there on the court."
Presented by Monster Energy and produced by Idol Roc and Celebrity Sports Entertainment, this special event is designed to raise money and awareness in support of underprivileged youth. Monster Energy will donate a minimum of $25,000 to the event's charitable beneficiaries, in addition to complimentary tickets and experiences.
"At Monster Energy we feel that we have a responsibility to support our local communities, and we are thrilled to be partnering with Ice Cube and the BIG3 for this event," said Dan McHugh, Monster Energy CMO. "With Monster Energy athletes like Rob Gronkowski competing for their favorite charity this is sure to be a great time for an even greater cause."
"We're excited to bring back the star-studded Monster Energy Celebrity Game, and partner with Ice Cube and The BIG3 in support of underprivileged youth," said Steven Ferraro, Event Producer and Founder of Idol Roc.
For more information and to purchase tickets to the playoffs, Monster Energy BIG3 Celebrity Game, All-Star Game, and 2022 Championship Game, please visit BIG3.com. Follow the BIG3 on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. To learn more about Monster Energy visit Facebook, Instagram and Twitter or go to www.monsterenergy.com.
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Based in Corona, California, Monster Energy is the leading marketer of energy drinks and alternative beverages. Refusing to acknowledge the traditional, Monster Energy supports the scene and sport. Whether motocross, off-road, NASCAR, MMA, BMX, surf, snowboard, ski, skateboard, or the rock and roll lifestyle, Monster Energy is a brand that believes in authenticity and the core of what its sports, athletes and musicians represent. More than a drink, it's the way of life lived by athletes, sports, bands, believers and fans. See more about Monster Energy including all of its drinks at www.monsterenergy.com.
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HIGHLAND PARK, Mich. (AP) — Three bodies found in a vacant Detroit-area apartment building have been identified as those of three aspiring rappers who went missing nearly two weeks ago, police said Friday.
Michigan State Police said Friday afternoon on Twitter that investigators identified the bodies as those of Armani Kelly, 27, of Oscoda; Montoya Givens, 31, of Detroit; and Dante Wicker, 31, of Melvindale.
“We offer our condolences to their family and friends,” police said.
The Michigan men were supposed to perform at a party at Lounge 31 in Detroit on Jan. 21, but they vanished after that appearance was canceled. Their bodies were found Thursday in the basement of an abandoned, rat-infested apartment building in Highland Park, near Detroit.
Earlier Friday, state police said the Wayne County Medical Examiners Office would conduct autopsies on the bodies. Lt. Mike Shaw said it could take up to 48 hours for autopsy results to be released because the bodies were found in “extreme cold” conditions.
Kelly, Givens and Wicker met while in prison, and Kelly and Givens were on parole at the time of their disappearance, according to the state corrections department. | 2023-02-04T10:51:55+00:00 | pahomepage.com | https://www.pahomepage.com/entertainment-news/ap-police-bodies-are-those-of-3-rappers-missing-nearly-2-weeks/ |
Some 9.2 million lead pipes carry water into homes across the U.S., with more in Florida than any other state, according to a new Environmental Protection Agency survey that will dictate how billions of dollars to find and replace those pipes are spent.
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The survey released Tuesday was the first time the agency asked about lead pipes and gave the best count yet of how many are underground. Florida, with an estimated 1.16 million pipes, was a surprise to one expert. Industrial states like Ohio, Michigan and Pennsylvania are more typically associated with extensive lead pipe issues.
Illinois ranked second in Tuesday's survey, with 1.04 million lead pipes, followed by Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas and New York.
The agency's drinking water infrastructure survey will be used to steer billions of dollars from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to water infrastructure upgrades like finding and removing lead pipes in states that need it most. Previously, a state's share of lead pipe funds was based on its general infrastructure need and didn't consider how many lead pipes the state had.
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Lead can cause brain damage and the EPA says no amount is safe for children’s bodies. The Biden administration has set a goal to remove all of the country's lead water pipes. The $15 billion from the infrastructure law for lead pipe work will significantly help, but it won't be enough, to solve the problem.
“Every community deserves access to safe, clean drinking water,” said EPA Administrator Michael Regan who was in Illinois for the announcement. “Thanks to President Biden’s infrastructure investments, we have an unprecedented opportunity to revitalize America’s drinking water systems, support the Biden-Harris administration's goal of removing 100% of lead pipes across our country, and protect communities from PFAS pollution."
The EPA recently proposed drinking water limits for PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances often called “forever chemicals,” in a push that the agency said will save lives and reduce illness but will require many water providers to install costly treatment systems.
The EPA's survey of roughly 3,500 water providers also found the country needs to spend $625 billion on drinking water infrastructure over the next two decades, an amount that's increased sharply in recent years. The biggest need is upgrading water pipes that are too old, broken or in some cases, made of lead.
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On Tuesday, the EPA also announced states, U.S. territories and tribes will have $6.5 billion to upgrade drinking water infrastructure, with $6 billion of that total coming from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
The lead water crisis in Flint, Michigan, made lead in drinking water a national concern and demonstrated how old pipes can quickly become an urgent public health threat. Newark, New Jersey, saw prolonged lead water problems that led to rapid replacement of thousands of lead pipes, as did Benton Harbor, Michigan.
Erik Olson, a health and food expert at the environmental group Natural Resources Defense Council, said the EPA was “trying to do the right thing” by using its survey to direct lead pipe funds to states that need it most. But he called Florida's figure “a big surprise." Olson said the state told his group in 2021 that it doesn't track lead service lines. The NRDC's estimate for the state was about 200,000.
Olson said the Florida number is puzzling because lead pipes were most frequently installed in the decades before Florida's population rapidly grew.
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“We look forward to hearing an explanation,” Olson said.
The EPA said it extrapolated from water providers' responses to come up with the state-level estimates. The location of many lead pipes are still unknown and the EPA said states like Florida had a lot of water lines that were either made of an unknown material or lead.
A representative from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Denver Nuggets advance to 1st NBA Finals in franchise history, beating Los Angeles Lakers 113-111 for 4-game sweep.
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Iowa sportsbook joins more than 80 gaming venues across North America that are powered by IGT PlaySports™ technology
LONDON, April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) announced today that its award-winning PlaySports technology and skilled trading advisory services team are powering retail sports betting at Meskwaki Bingo Casino Hotel in Tama, Iowa. Meskwaki Bingo Casino Hotel guests may now place a range of bets at the property's walk-up betting window or via the sportsbook's self-service PlaySports QuickBet Kiosks.
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UK prime minister urged to speed up compensation for infected blood scandal victims
LONDON (AP) — British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said Wednesday he was committed to paying out compensation swiftly to thousands of people affected by the country’s infected blood scandal, which saw more than 2,000 patients die after contracting HIV or hepatitis from transfusions of tainted blood in the 1970s and 1980s.
But Sunak, who was testifying before an independent inquiry into the public healthcare scandal, was heckled by survivors and affected families when he did not give a clear answer on when full payments will be paid out.
The Infected Blood Inquiry was established in 2017 to examine how thousands of patients in the UK were infected with HIV or Hepatitis C through contaminated blood products in the 1970s and 1980s.
An estimated 2,400 to 2,900 people died in what is widely described as the worst treatment disaster in the history of Britain’s state-funded National Health Service.
The contaminated blood was linked to supplies of a clotting agent called Factor VIII, which British health services bought from the U.S. Some of the plasma used to make the blood products was traced to high-risk donors, including prison inmates, who were paid to give blood samples.
Hundreds of survivors and affected families — some of whom have worked for decades to lobby for government compensation — packed into a London hotel conference room Wednesday as Sunak gave evidence to the inquiry.
Sunak acknowledged that victims of what he called an “appalling scandal” had been let down by successive governments over the years.
“This is an appalling scandal that has gone on for decades,” Sunak told the inquiry. “This is not just about historic wrongs. People are suffering and being impacted today.”
“Over a succession of not just years, but decades, justice has been denied to people. They haven’t received the recognition that they need and deserve,” he added.
The government said last year that survivors and bereaved partners of those who died will receive 100,000 pounds ($129,000) in compensation.
The inquiry’s chairman, retired judge Brian Langstaff, recommended in April that compensation should be expanded to include more people whose lives were blighted by the scandal, such as parents who lost their children.
Sunak reiterated that authorities will wait for the inquiry’s full report to be concluded before considering whether to extend the compensation plan for victims. The final report is expected later this year.
Clive Smith, chairman of the Haemophilia Society, said delays in the compensation have “only compounded the suffering of those who have been waiting for this for so long”.
“People who have waited 40 years expect to see a significant demonstration of political will and a commitment to get this done as soon as is practical,” Smith said.
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Pregnant Georgians can now list their fetus as a dependent on their tax returns.
The Georgia Department of Revenue released new guidance this week establishing that the agency "will recognize any unborn child with a detectable human heartbeat ... as eligible for the Georgia individual income tax dependent exemption."
An individual at least six weeks pregnant on or after July 20 through Dec. 31, 2022, can list the fetus as a dependent on their tax returns starting next year, the agency said. Georgian taxpayers can claim an exemption in the amount of $3,000 for each dependent.
This policy change follows the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in June that overturned Roe v. Wade and ended the constitutional right to an abortion. Following that, an appeals court ruled on July 20 that Georgia's ban on abortion after six weeks of pregnancy can become law.
Taxpayers will have to submit relevant medical records or other supporting documentation to the department in order to prove their filing.The "fetal personhood law" is the idea that a fetus is a person with full constitutional rights from the moment of fertilization. Both Georgia and Arizona established this in their abortion laws, but Arizona's statute has been challenge in court.This tax policy change has far wider implications "from taxes and inheritance rights to education to population counts," says Elizabeth Nash, the Guttmacher Institute's principal policy associate for state issues.
For now, the policy change only applies to state tax returns. This state law has no effect on federal taxes, says Alex Raskolnikov, a professor of tax law at Columbia Law School.
"A state (e.g., GA) cannot dictate federal law. GA's decision will have no impact of the IRS or the Internal Revenue Code," he says.
Early critics note that this state policy may create questions for those who miscarry further along in their pregnancy.
Lauren Groh-Wargo, the campaign manager for Georgia governor candidate Stacey Abrams, tweeted: "So what happens when you claim your fetus as a dependent and then miscarry later in the pregnancy, you get investigated both for tax fraud and an illegal abortion?"
Georgia's abortion law does allow exceptions for stillbirths, miscarriages and ectopic pregnancies (which can be deadly).
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OAKLAND, Calif. (KRON) — A shooting that occurred Saturday night in Oakland has left two people dead and another two injured, according to Oakland Police Department. The two people killed were students at Berkeley High School, Berkeley Unified School District confirmed.
The shooting happened shortly before 10 p.m. on the 950 block of Apgar Street. After arriving on scene, officers located multiple victims with gunshot wounds. Life-saving efforts were provided to two individuals with gunshot wounds, but both succumbed to their injuries at the scene, police said.
OPD officers located a third victim with gunshot wound(s) and provided medical treatment until paramedics arrived and transported the victim to a local hospital. Emeryville Police Department assisted OPD and located a fourth victim suffering from gunshot wound(s), police said.
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The fourth victim was transported to a local hospital to be treated for their injuries. The current status of the two victims transported to local area hospitals is unknown as this time, police said. It is also unknown whether they are Berkeley students.
BUSD described the students killed as “beloved members of the BUSD family.” School counselors will provide resources and support, including counseling services, for BHS students.
The investigation is currently ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to contact OPD Homicide Section at (510)-238-3821.
Editor’s Note: An earlier version of this story said this incident happened at a house party. We do not have that detail confirmed. | 2022-10-03T00:37:50+00:00 | kron4.com | https://www.kron4.com/news/bay-area/2-dead-2-injured-in-oakland-shooting/ |
LONDON (AP) — The small English village that Viktoria Kovalenko now calls home is peaceful, sleepy — a far cry from the fighting in Ukraine that killed her family in one horrific, unexpected blow. Her memories are a different matter.
“It’s a condition that I can’t control. Sometimes I think everything is fine. Sometimes I cry for no reason,” she told The Associated Press from her house in Kent, southeast England.
“What happened to my husband and my daughter will stay with me all my life,” she added. “It is impossible to cure.”
Kovalenko, 34, saw her husband Petro and 12-year-old daughter Veronika die in northern Ukraine last March when a shell hit their car. Kovalenko survived, along with her then 1-year-old baby, Varvara, but Russian soldiers held them captive in a school basement for three weeks.
Almost a year on, Kovalenko has a temporary new home through the kindness of volunteers who helped her cross borders and apply for a U.K. visa.
Like tens of thousands of other Ukrainians who have fled to Britain, she’s slowly getting used to her new life in the U.K. Her English is improving day by day. She keeps busy taking care of Varvara, now 2, who toddles everywhere with no fear and loves British chocolate. She shares her refuge with her brother, his wife and their two young girls, who escaped unharmed.
But Kovalenko still wells up when she speaks about Petro and Veronika or looks at their framed photos next to her bed. And every day she longs to return to Chernihiv, the city she fled when war broke out last February.
After the shell landed on March 5, 2022, killing Petro and Veronika, Viktoria Kovalenko and Varvara hid in an abandoned building, but next day were found by Russian soldiers who took them to a gym in a school basement. There the mother and child were held for 24 days, along with about 300 people including 2-month-old babies, as well as elderly villagers who later died in captivity.
“It was very crowded, it was always dark and dirty. There was no fresh air at all. People were sick and coughing, some slept on the floor, or on chairs, or even standing against the wall,” Kovalenko recalled. “It can be said we were lucky because the soldiers who held us were not soldiers who were in (Kyiv suburbs) Bucha, Irpin or somewhere else, who just killed everyone in a row.”
When the Russians retreated from the area in early April, Kovalenko got out and later found her way to the western city of Lviv, then on to Poland, where she joined her brother and his family.
It was in Poland that a volunteer reached out and offered to help find her refuge in the U.K. The volunteer was working with Derek Edwards, a Briton who set up an organization called Homes for Ukraine soon after the war started, to help transport dozens of refugees to safe housing in England. Edwards had read the AP article on Kovalenko’s story and decided to help.
Kovalenko said she knew next to nothing about the U.K., but decided to go anyway because she thought being on the move would help her process her grief.
“I just wanted something new, to constantly change the circumstances around me,” she said. “I thought I could escape evil thoughts. But it didn’t help much.”
In December, six months after Edwards first submitted her visa request, Kovalenko finally arrived in Kent. Edwards had picked up Kovalenko and her relatives from Poland, and found her a former vicar’s house with the help of church officials. She took in the quiet country lanes, the village green and old brick houses, the everyday luxuries that British people take for granted.
But all she could think about was returning to her apartment block in Chernihiv. By year end, the war could be over, she said hopefully. Then, she said, she could restart therapy, find a job and rebuild her life.
“Ukraine alone will not be able to win this,” Kovalenko said. “If the whole world … gives us more weapons now, then perhaps the war will end faster.”
“I hope that by the time I can go to work — when Varvara is older — I will have returned to Ukraine,” she added. “It’s not because I don’t like it here, but it’s not home.”
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ST. LOUIS (AP) — The climate deal reached last week by Senate Democrats could reduce the amount of greenhouse gases that American farmers produce by expanding programs that help accumulate carbon in soil, fund climate-focused research and lower the abundant methane emissions that come from cows.
The bill includes more than $20 billion to improve the agriculture sector’s impact on the environment, mostly by expanding existing U.S. Department of Agriculture programs that help farmers change to better practices. Farmers would be paid to improve the health of their soil, withstand extreme weather and protect their land if the bill is enacted.
The roughly $370 billion climate and energy spending deal would bring the country closer to cutting greenhouse gas emissions in half by 2030, according to new analyses. That is something many scientists say is important, and that President Joe Biden promised. Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W. Va., a long-time holdout on climate legislation, endorsed measures that would benefit electric vehicles, renewable energy and climate-friendly farming. Agriculture is responsible for 11% of the country’s climate-warming emissions.
The funding would expand programs favored by both environmental groups and the agricultural sector, said Ben Thomas, who focuses on agriculture at the Environmental Defense Fund.
“They are voluntary, they are incentive-based, they get results in terms of implementing conservation practices on working lands,” said Thomas. “It’s great to see.”
Thomas said historically, the agricultural sector has not aggressively tackled its contribution to climate change, but that hesitation has shifted in recent years and more money will accelerate progress. There’s a lot of potential, he said.
“It is worth taking very, very seriously,” Thomas said.
Cows belch an enormous amount of methane and agriculture is responsible for more than one-third of human-caused methane emissions, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. This is a way that people’s diets — if they are high in meat or dairy — contribute to greenhouse gas buildup. The bill directs funds towards altering what cows eat to reduce those emissions.
On farms, soil can hold or sequester carbon if it is left undisturbed and covered by a crop. Money from the bill will expand programs that help farmers turn their soil less, implement climate-friendly crop rotation practices and plant cover crops that aren’t for harvest but improve soil health.
“The historic funding validates the fact that these practices are important,” said Ranjani Prabhakar, an agriculture and climate policy specialist at the environmental group Earthjustice
Cover crops, for example, are only used by a fraction of farmers. If their use were to triple — from around 5% of cropland to 15% — it could remove the equivalent of 14 megatons of carbon dioxide per year, roughly the total annual emissions of New Hampshire, according to Kevin Karl, a flood food and climate researcher at Columbia University.
“The adoption rate is so low,” Karl said. “There’s a lot of potential improvement.”
Federal officials already offer farmers help with a variety of environmentally-focused issues including irrigation and fertilizer use. One program helps fund conservation easements for agricultural land.
Dan Sheafer works on nitrogen research with the Illinois Fertilizer and Chemical Association and operates a 20-acre farm. He plants cover crops and keeps soil disturbance to a minimum — practices that benefit soil health and reduce soil erosion. But he said cover crops also have drawbacks, requiring farmers who want an environmental benefit to change their practices.
“There’s just more time involved with doing cover crops,” he said.
The bill also includes money for research. While it is clear that managing soil properly can capture carbon, more needs to be known about important questions like how long sequestered carbon stays in soil.
Kaiyu Guan, a professor focused on climate and agriculture at the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign, said some people believe farmers don’t pay enough attention to climate change.
“I think farmers shouldn’t be blamed, they actually should be incentivized,” Guan said. “Not only are they doing this to be part of the solution to help the climate, they are doing this to help their land.”
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Editor’s note: This segment addresses sexual violence.
E. Jean Carroll’s trial against former President Donald Trump continues Tuesday with witnesses testifying for her. The writer and advice columnist wrapped up her third and final day of testimony Monday. She accuses Trump of raping her in a Manhattan luxury department store dressing room in the mid-1990s.
Here & Now‘s Scott Tong gets the latest from Washington Post federal courts reporter Shayna Jacobs.
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Studies of Wound Closure Rate with Novel Chronic Wound Treatment Continue
SARASOTA, Fla., Oct. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Omeza today announced that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has confirmed a HCPCS reimbursement code for Omeza® Collagen Matrix; code A2014, "Omeza collagen matrix, per 100 mg" was established to describe the product.
Omeza® Collagen Matrix is the first of its kind drug-device combination product, with a simple snap and squeeze application for chronic wounds. The FDA-cleared drug-device received a Level II Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) reimbursement code paving the way for providers to receive reimbursement from Medicare.
The decision came after application was made to CMS in late 2021. Omeza Chief Commercial Santino Costanza stated, "This decision by CMS opens the doors to Omeza's innovative treatment line for millions of Americans covered by Medicare who are currently suffering from chronic wounds. Now we look forward to educating commercial payors on the health, financial and humanitarian benefits of a positive reimbursement decision."
Earlier this year the Department of Veterans Affairs Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) Service granted contract status for Omeza® Collagen Matrix. All Omeza products are available to government agencies through Marathon Medical, a prime vendor for the VA.
Currently, three US clinical trials are investigating the use of the three-product Omeza treatment product line, which includes Omeza® Collagen Matrix, for documentation of healing rates in venous ulcers, diabetic ulcers, and other chronic wounds. Concurrently, individual case studies submitted by providers testing the Omeza treatment product line on chronic wound closure in their clinical settings report an average percentage area reduction (PAR) of 60% at 4 weeks.
Omeza ® Collagen Matrix is indicated for the management of wounds including partial and full-thickness wounds, pressure ulcers, venous ulcers, diabetic ulcers, chronic vascular ulcers, tunneled/undermined wounds, surgical wounds (donor sites/grafts, post-Moh's surgery, post-laser surgery, podiatric, wound dehiscence), trauma wounds (abrasions, lacerations, superficial partial thickness burns, skin tears) and draining wounds.
Omeza ® Collagen Matrix is the first drug/device combination product to deliver an anhydrous 3- dimensional microstructure of collagen to challenging wounds. When applied to a wound surface, the snap and squeeze matrix is naturally incorporated into the wound over time. Omeza® Collagen Matrix is designed for intimate contact with both regular and irregular wound beds, to provide a conducive environment for the patient's natural wound healing process.
Omeza (www.omeza.com) is a skin science company pursuing equitable access to better wound care outcomes for patients at all sites of care. The company is based in Sarasota, FL USA. Inquiries from medical and health professionals should be directed to info@omezapro.com.
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TX San Angelo TX Zone Forecast for Saturday, July 16, 2022
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Zone Forecast Product for Texas
National Weather Service San Angelo TX
331 AM CDT Sun Jul 17 2022
TXZ127-172045-
Taylor-
Including the city of Abilene
331 AM CDT Sun Jul 17 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 9 PM CDT
THIS EVENING...
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TO 9 PM CDT MONDAY...
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 102. Southwest winds
10 to 15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly
clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 104. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
10 to 15 mph.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 106. Southwest winds
15 to 20 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the
upper 70s. Highs 105 to 110.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Hot.
Lows in the upper 70s. Highs 100 to 105.
.FRIDAY AND FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Hot. Highs around 100.
Lows in the mid 70s.
.SATURDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ072-172045-
Tom Green-
Including the cities of Carlsbad, San Angelo, and Wall
331 AM CDT Sun Jul 17 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 9 PM CDT
THIS EVENING...
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TO 9 PM CDT MONDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. South winds 10 to 15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then clearing. Lows in
the mid 70s. South winds 10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
10 to 15 mph.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 103. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the mid
70s. Highs 100 to 105.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Hot.
Lows in the mid 70s. Highs around 100.
.FRIDAY THROUGH SATURDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Highs around 100.
Lows in the mid 70s.
$$
TXZ140-172045-
Brown-
Including the cities of Brownwood and Indian Creek
331 AM CDT Sun Jul 17 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 9 PM CDT
THIS EVENING...
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TO 9 PM CDT MONDAY...
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 101. Southwest winds
5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly
clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph with gusts up
to 20 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 104. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
around 10 mph.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 104. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the
upper 70s. Highs around 105.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Hot.
Lows in the mid 70s. Highs around 100.
.FRIDAY AND FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Hot. Highs around 100.
Lows in the mid 70s.
.SATURDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ054-172045-
Nolan-
Including the city of Sweetwater
331 AM CDT Sun Jul 17 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 9 PM CDT
THIS EVENING...
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TO 9 PM CDT MONDAY...
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 101. South winds
10 to 15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly
clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 103. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
10 to 15 mph.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 105. Southwest winds
15 to 20 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the
upper 70s. Highs around 105.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Hot.
Lows in the upper 70s. Highs around 100.
.FRIDAY AND FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Hot. Highs around 100.
Lows in the mid 70s.
.SATURDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ169-172045-
Kimble-
Including the cities of Cleo, Junction, London, Roosevelt,
Segovia, and Telegraph
331 AM CDT Sun Jul 17 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then clearing. Lows in
the lower 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph. Gusts up to 25 mph after
midnight.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s. South winds
10 to 15 mph.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the mid
70s. Highs around 100.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s.
.FRIDAY THROUGH SATURDAY...Mostly clear. Highs in the upper 90s.
Lows in the lower 70s.
$$
TXZ154-172045-
McCulloch-
Including the cities of Brady, Fife, Lohn, Rochelle, and Voca
331 AM CDT Sun Jul 17 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 9 PM CDT
THIS EVENING...
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TO 9 PM CDT MONDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then clearing. Lows in
the mid 70s. South winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
10 to 15 mph.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 103. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the mid
70s. Highs 100 to 105.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Hot.
Lows in the mid 70s. Highs around 100.
.FRIDAY THROUGH SATURDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Highs around 100.
Lows in the mid 70s.
$$
TXZ098-172045-
Haskell-
Including the cities of Irby and Haskell
331 AM CDT Sun Jul 17 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 9 PM CDT
THIS EVENING...
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TO 9 PM CDT MONDAY...
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 104. Southwest winds
10 to 15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. Southwest winds
5 to 10 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 106. West winds 10 to
15 mph, becoming northwest 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 80s. Southeast
winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming south after midnight.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 108. Southwest winds
15 to 20 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 80s.
.WEDNESDAY THROUGH THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Hot. Highs
around 105. Lows in the upper 70s.
.FRIDAY THROUGH SATURDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Highs 100 to 105.
Lows in the upper 70s.
$$
TXZ099-172045-
Throckmorton-
Including the cities of Throckmorton and Woodson
331 AM CDT Sun Jul 17 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 9 PM CDT
THIS EVENING...
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TO 9 PM CDT MONDAY...
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 104. Southwest winds
10 to 15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 105. West winds 10 to
15 mph, becoming northwest 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows around 80. Southeast winds
5 to 10 mph, becoming south after midnight.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 108. Southwest winds
10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 80s.
.WEDNESDAY THROUGH THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Hot. Highs
around 105. Lows in the upper 70s.
.FRIDAY THROUGH SATURDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Highs 100 to 105.
Lows in the mid 70s.
$$
TXZ049-172045-
Fisher-
Including the cities of Rotan and Roby
331 AM CDT Sun Jul 17 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 9 PM CDT
THIS EVENING...
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TO 9 PM CDT MONDAY...
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 103. Southwest winds
10 to 15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. Southwest winds
5 to 10 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 106. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows around 80. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 108. Southwest winds
15 to 20 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the
lower 80s. Highs 105 to 110.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Hot.
Lows in the upper 70s. Highs 100 to 105.
.FRIDAY THROUGH SATURDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Highs 100 to 105.
Lows in the mid 70s.
$$
TXZ113-172045-
Jones-
Including the cities of Stamford, Stith, Anson, Funston, Truby,
Tuxedo, and Hamlin
331 AM CDT Sun Jul 17 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 9 PM CDT
THIS EVENING...
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TO 9 PM CDT MONDAY...
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 104. Southwest winds
10 to 15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
around 10 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 107. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 80s. South winds
around 10 mph.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 108. Southwest winds
15 to 20 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the
lower 80s. Highs around 110.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Hot.
Lows in the upper 70s. Highs around 105.
.FRIDAY THROUGH SATURDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Highs 100 to 105.
Lows in the upper 70s.
$$
TXZ114-172045-
Shackelford-
Including the city of Albany
331 AM CDT Sun Jul 17 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 9 PM CDT
THIS EVENING...
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TO 9 PM CDT MONDAY...
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 103. Southwest winds
10 to 15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 105. West winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows around 80. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 107. Southwest winds
10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows around 80.
Highs 105 to 110.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Hot.
Lows in the upper 70s. Highs 100 to 105.
.FRIDAY THROUGH SATURDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Highs around 100.
Lows in the mid 70s.
$$
TXZ128-172045-
Callahan-
Including the cities of Clyde, Eula, Dudley, Baird,
and Cross Plains
331 AM CDT Sun Jul 17 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 9 PM CDT
THIS EVENING...
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TO 9 PM CDT MONDAY...
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 101. Southwest winds
10 to 15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 103. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 105. Southwest winds
10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the
upper 70s. Highs 100 to 105.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Hot.
Lows in the upper 70s. Highs around 100.
.FRIDAY THROUGH SATURDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Highs around 100.
Lows in the mid 70s.
$$
TXZ064-172045-
Sterling-
Including the cities of Broome and Sterling City
331 AM CDT Sun Jul 17 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 9 PM CDT
THIS EVENING...
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TO 9 PM CDT MONDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then clearing. Lows in
the mid 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 103. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
10 to 15 mph.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 104. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the mid
70s. Highs 100 to 105.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Hot.
Lows in the mid 70s. Highs around 100.
.FRIDAY THROUGH SATURDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Highs around 100.
Lows in the mid 70s.
$$
TXZ065-172045-
Coke-
Including the cities of Robert Lee, Sanco, Silver, Bronte,
and Tennyson
331 AM CDT Sun Jul 17 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 9 PM CDT
THIS EVENING...
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TO 9 PM CDT MONDAY...
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 101. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then clearing. Lows in
the mid 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 104. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 105. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the
upper 70s. Highs around 105.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Hot.
Lows in the upper 70s. Highs 100 to 105.
.FRIDAY THROUGH SATURDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Highs around 100.
Lows in the mid 70s.
$$
TXZ066-172045-
Runnels-
Including the cities of Ballinger, Benoit, Hatchel, Rowena,
Crews, Winters, and Pumphrey
331 AM CDT Sun Jul 17 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 9 PM CDT
THIS EVENING...
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TO 9 PM CDT MONDAY...
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 101. Southwest winds
5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then clearing. Lows in
the mid 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 104. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
around 10 mph.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 105. Southwest winds
10 to 15 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the
upper 70s. Highs around 105.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Hot.
Lows in the upper 70s. Highs around 100.
.FRIDAY AND FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Hot. Highs around 100.
Lows in the mid 70s.
.SATURDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ139-172045-
Coleman-
Including the cities of Coleman, Echo, Fisk, Valera, Voss,
and Trickham
331 AM CDT Sun Jul 17 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 9 PM CDT
THIS EVENING...
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TO 9 PM CDT MONDAY...
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 101. Southwest winds
5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then clearing. Lows in
the mid 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 103. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 104. Southwest winds
10 to 15 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the
upper 70s. Highs 100 to 105.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Hot.
Lows in the upper 70s. Highs around 100.
.FRIDAY AND FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Hot. Highs around 100.
Lows in the mid 70s.
.SATURDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ071-172045-
Irion-
Including the cities of Barnhart, Arden, Mertzon, and Sherwood
331 AM CDT Sun Jul 17 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. South winds 10 to 15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then clearing. Lows in
the lower 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the mid
70s. Highs 100 to 105.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Hot.
Lows in the mid 70s. Highs around 100.
.FRIDAY THROUGH SATURDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Highs around 100.
Lows in the lower 70s.
$$
TXZ073-172045-
Concho-
Including the cities of Eden, Live Oak, and Lowake
331 AM CDT Sun Jul 17 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 9 PM CDT
THIS EVENING...
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TO 9 PM CDT MONDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then clearing. Lows in
the mid 70s. South winds 10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
10 to 15 mph.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 103. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the mid
70s. Highs 100 to 105.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Hot.
Lows in the upper 70s. Highs around 100.
.FRIDAY THROUGH SATURDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Highs around 100.
Lows in the mid 70s.
$$
TXZ155-172045-
San Saba-
Including the cities of Chappel, Cherokee, Harkeyville,
and San Saba
331 AM CDT Sun Jul 17 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 9 PM CDT
THIS EVENING...
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TO 9 PM CDT MONDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then clearing. Lows in
the mid 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
10 to 15 mph.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 103. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT THROUGH WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows
in the mid 70s. Highs 100 to 105.
.THURSDAY AND THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Hot. Highs 100 to
105. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY THROUGH SATURDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Highs around 100.
Lows in the mid 70s.
$$
TXZ076-172045-
Crockett-
Including the city of Ozona
331 AM CDT Sun Jul 17 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. South winds 10 to 15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then clearing. Lows in
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Researchers have found variations in a small number of genes that appear to dramatically increase the likelihood of developing schizophrenia in some people.
The discovery could one day lead to advances in diagnosis of, and therapy for, the disease, according to the lead author of the study, Tarjinder Singh, of the Broad Institute at MIT and Harvard, which led an effort that involved years of work by dozens of research institutions worldwide.
“This is the biological clue that leads to better therapies,” Singh said in an interview. “But the key thing is, we haven’t had any meaningful clues for the longest time.”
Ken Duckworth, chief medical officer for the National Alliance on Mental Illness, a nationwide advocacy group, said the study is an important development in the neuroscience that underlies schizophrenia. But he said it is difficult to predict how soon such basic research would pay off for people living with the disease.
“This is a big step forward for science that may pay a long-term return for people with schizophrenia and the people who live with them,” Duckworth said. But, he said, “if this is a 17-inning game and they’ve gotten us from the first to the second inning, how does this help someone today?”
Less than one percent of the U.S. population is believed to have schizophrenia, which is generally treated with an array of powerful antipsychotic medications. The disease reduces life expectancy by about 15 years, according to the new research.
Scientists have long recognized a hereditary component to the disease, along with other factors such as environment.
The work of isolating these genes could not have been accomplished even 10 or 15 years ago, Singh said, before the sequencing of the human genome and the spread of technology that allows such genetic detective work to be conducted in laboratories around the world.
The current effort involved sequencing the exomes — the functional part of the larger human genome — of 24,248 people with schizophrenia and 97,322 others without the disease.
The results implicated very rare variations in 10 genes and hinted at the involvement of 22 more, according to the research. Some of the genes also appear to be involved in autism spectrum disorder and other intellectual development disorders, Singh said.
The mutations in the genes considered most likely to lead to schizophrenia appear to disrupt one way neurons in the brain communicate across synapses, the tiny spaces between them. Problems with that “glutamatergic system,” have been suspected in schizophrenia.
“Despite this progress, it is clear that we are still in the early stages of gene discovery,” the authors wrote. “ … These emerging genetic findings will serve in part to direct and motivate mechanistic studies that begin to unravel disease biology.” | 2022-04-06T15:44:32+00:00 | washingtonpost.com | https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2022/04/06/schizophrenia-genetic-link/ |
88-year-old White Castle serves last sliders to nostalgic crowd
By Joseph S. Pete
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WHITING, Indiana (The Times) — For years, the “millionaire’s club” met every morning in the corner booth of the White Castle at Indianapolis Boulevard and 119th Street in downtown Whiting.
The men, far from millionaires but rich with a sense of humor, sidled into their favorite seats, where they could watch the cars in the drive-thru, nurse their drip coffee and solve the world’s problems over breakfast sliders.
Over the years, as members aged, the group dwindled from six to a few.
Millionaire’s club member Jesse Morando of Whiting visited the porcelain castle-shaped White Castle every day since returning from the Vietnam War. They knew his order: a cup of coffee with seven ice cubes and four sliders, one for him and three for his dog, a dachshund named Nestor.
He’s going to miss the place.
The landmark building, one of the oldest in the Chicago area with the original castle design, served its final slider Tuesday. Heaps of steaming onions, little square hamburger patties and puffy buns were piled on the grills while a crowd gathered to get one final taste of nostalgia in the vintage White Castle that resembles the diner in Edward Hopper’s “Nighthawks.”
A bigger restaurant next door is scheduled to open in May. The longtime White Castle, which has been the subject of exhibits at the Whiting-Roberstdale Historical Society Museum, had to be closed to make room for construction, said Jamie Richardson, White Castle’s vice president of marketing and public relations.
The iconic White Castle, 1879 Indianapolis Blvd., was a 24/7 fast-food restaurant that long catered at all hours to refinery workers getting off the late shift or bar-goers after a night of carousing on 119th Street’s many taverns. A staple of life in Whiting, it drew many out-of-towners after Northwest Indiana Oilman games, trips to the nearby Hammond Horseshoe Casino or even during Pierogi Fest.
Employees there, many of whom were Whiting High School or George Rogers Clark High School students working a first job, grilled more than 106 million sliders over the years.
Company representatives, city officials, past employees, regular customers and curious passersby gathered Tuesday to bid farewell to the old building.
“We’re here today to celebrate the past and the future,” Mayor Steven Spebar said. “We’re here to reminisce about the old White Castle and to celebrate this development that will serve Whiting for many years to come. On behalf of the city, I have come to complement White Castle for its investment and believing in the city of Whiting.”
White Castle plans to donate some items, such as kitchen equipment and pieces of porcelain, to the Whiting-Robertsdale Historical Society for display.
“There are many good memories,” Spebar said. “I’ve come here many times over the years. It’s had great patronage from the town over the years.”
The White Castle was built in 1935 and remodeled in 1956. It was 1,296 square feet, seating 18 to 21 diners in a row of booths along big windows that lit up at night, beckoning to anybody with a late-night craving for sliders. The new 2,997-square-foot restaurant will seat 50.
The 88-year-old building will be razed to make room for an outdoor picnic area with a few benches and a historic marker chronicling Columbus, Ohio-based White Castle’s long presence at the heavily trafficked intersection. The new will pay tribute to the old. White Castle commissioned Adan Ramirez, a multimedia artist from the Southeast Side of Chicago, to paint a mural showcasing the history.
“I hang over here often,” he said. “I go to Calumet College. I go kayaking in Wolf Lake. I got to the gym here. I wanted to represent the whole area.”
His photo-realistic collage features images of the vintage White Castle, the Welcome to Whiting sign, storefronts along 119th Street, the breakwall at Whiting Lakefront Park, a train and a great blue heron poking out of the reeds at nearby Wolf Lake in Hammond’s adjoining Robertsdale neighborhood.
“I used to come here often to get a late-night snack,” he said. “It is definitely going to be nostalgic and sad that it’s going to be gone, but at the same time White Castle is still here.”
The White Castle will go from 30 employees to 50. It will have a larger kitchen, with eight griddles instead of four to get orders out faster. It will have a display case with the spatula that served the final slider Tuesday along with the first when the new restaurant opens.
Linda Gajewski’s sister’s boyfriend worked at the original White Castle before the drive-thru was added. He took her to the back where he had hidden her engagement ring in an onion-rings box.
Tom and Susan Adam are still married.
“They’ve been married 50 years now coming up,” she said. “It was just a great story. It was just a great way for that to happen.”
Ron Vrabel, a lifelong resident of Whiting, has been going to the White Castle since he was a kid, when his father owned a business just down the street.
“I’ve been coming every morning for 40 years,” he said. “I honestly don’t know what I’m going to do until the new place opens. It’s like losing a friend. If I’m driving by and they see me at the stoplight, they have my coffee waiting on the counter when I come in. It’s like Norm at Cheers.”
Ethan Montenegro said the White Castle was a big supporter of schools and students in the community.
“Everyone at George Rogers Clark loved this place,” he said. “I hope it continues to stay open really late. I’ve been here at 2 a.m. or 3 a.m.”
Kim Dollins worked her first job there as a teen in the 1970s and went on to become a manager who helped open many other White Castles around Chicago, including in Calumet City and Carol Stream.
“I became friends with lots of people,” she said. “I met some wonderful friends. We did get to know the regular coffee drinkers and have their coffee ready when they would pull into the lot.”
Samantha Fernandez, Morando’s daughter, said her dad has been coming there every day for as long as she can remember. She so closely associated him with the building that it’s her cellphone photo for him when he calls.
Nestor, a fan of human food, snatched a slider from him one day, and Morando’s been feeding him White Castle ever since.
“Every day, no matter what, even when he’s not feeling good, the dog gets White Castle,” his wife, Laura, said. “When he has that bag, that dog is patiently waiting. He knows what’s in that bag.”
It’s a family tradition. After cutting down a Christmas tree every year and after Whiting’s Christmas parade, they get White Castle and hot chocolate. He gives White Castle gift cards to his children, grandchildren and their significant others for Christmas.
“He was going to stop it one year,” Laura Morando said. “He said, ‘I think they just want money.’ So I told the kids and they said ‘No, we want White Castle’.”
It’s where they celebrated Valentine’s Day and graduations, buying sacks of sliders and bringing them home to eat them outside on the lawn.
“It’s a family thing,” she said. “We’ve been coming here since you could get a whole bag of White Castles for a dollar.”
Jesse Morando looks forward to going to the new restaurant and hopes the spirit of customer service carries over.
“They get to know you and your order. Some places try to get you out as fast as they can,” he said. “Here they let you sit down, talk and have a good time. They ask you if you want more coffee. They go out of their way to make you feel comfortable. It’s a new building, but I hope that never changes.”
For Laura Morando, White Castle has been a longtime institution in the community.
“It’s going to be sad it won’t be here,” she said. “But times, they change.”
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FAIRBANKS, Alaska (AP) — A man convicted in a rape and murder at a University of Alaska Fairbanks dormitory that went unsolved for more than two decades was sentenced to 75 years in prison in Alaska.
Steven Downs, of Auburn, Maine, declined to address the courtroom before the just imposed the sentence Monday.
The killing of 20-year-old Sophie Sergie in 1993 stymied investigators until a DNA match using genetic genealogy tracing led them to Downs, who was arrested in 2019 in Maine. Downs was a UAF freshman in 1993 and lived in the dorm where Sergie was found dead.
The defense contended any sentence greater than 20 years would be a life sentence because of Downs' health. He exceeds 400 pounds (181 kilograms) and has high blood pressure, his attorney said.
Downs, 48, will be eligible for discretionary parole after 25 years, the Sun Journal newspaper reported.
Prosecutors said Downs showed no remorse. Sergie was sexually assaulted, shot in head and stabbed multiple times, officials said.
Sergie was a former UAF student but was not enrolled when she went to stay with a friend who lived in the dorm. She was last seen when she left to smoke a cigarette and her friend suggested she smoke near exhaust vents in the women’s shower room to avoid the cold outside, the court papers said.
Janitors found Sergie’s body in a bathtub in the shower room on the afternoon of April 26, 1993. | 2022-09-27T14:41:50+00:00 | lmtonline.com | https://www.lmtonline.com/news/article/Maine-man-sentenced-for-1993-rape-murder-of-17469584.php |
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Kobe Brown thought he deserved to go higher in the NBA draft, and he’s beginning to show why.
Brown, the final pick in the first round at No. 30 overall, is proving he has a chance to make an impact as a rookie for the Los Angeles Clippers after putting together one of the more complete game lines in Las Vegas. He scored 35 points on seven 3-pointers Friday night to go along with eight rebounds, four steals, three assists and two blocks in a 102-91 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers.
Through four games, the Missouri product named after former Los Angeles Lakers great Kobe Bryant, is averaging 17.5 points, 8.8 rebounds, 2.3 steals and 1.3 blocks and seemingly is making his mark as a rotational player for the Clippers. The Clippers close out the summer on Sunday when they face the Los Angeles Lakers.
“It feels great,” the 6-foot-8 small forward said following his 35-point performance. “I’m blessed to be in this position.”
When told after the game that he had seven 3s, Brown seemed surprised and joked, “That’s more than I had at Mizzou.”
Brown averaged 15.8 points per game as a senior for the Tigers.
With some of the top draft picks now resting or sidelined with injuries at Summer League, it has given other, lower drafted players a chance to shine.
Denver forward Hunter Tyson, the lowest of the three drafted rookies on the Nuggets’ roster at No. 37 overall, is one of those taking advantage.
The Clemson product had an enormous game on Friday night, knocking down seven 3-pointers and scoring 31 points on a blistering 11-of-13 shooting performance to lead the defending NBA champion Nuggets to a 112-81 rout of the Miami Heat.
Tyson entered the weekend seventh in Summer League scoring at 21.8 points per game through four contests while shooting 58.3% from the field, including an impressive 51.7% from beyond the 3-point arc.
In Summer League playoffs, the Cleveland Cavaliers face the Brooklyn Nets in one semifinal Sunday, while the Utah Jazz and Houston Rockets meet in the other. The winners will play Monday night in the championship game.
HORNETS 109, TIMBERWOLVES 102
Amari Bailey scored 17 points to lead five Charlotte players in double figures and Kobi Simmons added 13 points and eight assists in a consolation game.
Nathan Mensah shot 6 of 7 from the field and finished with 14 points and Justin Robinson scored 13 for the Hornets (1-4). Trevon Scott added 10 points and seven rebounds, and James Nnaji also scored 10 points with five blocks.
Javonte Cooke led Minnesota (1-4) with 16 points on 7-of-9 shooting. Wendell Moore Jr. scored 15 points, Josh Minott and Leonard Miller each added 13 and D.J. Carton had 10 points and seven assists.
RAPTORS 108, WARRIORS 101
Joe Wieskamp scored 27 points on 8-of-11 shooting and Gradey Dick added 21 points for Toronto in a consolation game against Golden State.
Markquis Nowell finished with 17 points and 12 assists for the Raptors (1-4). DJ Hogg scored 12 points.
Lester Quinones made four 3-pointers and hit 12 of 13 from the free throw line to finish with 32 points for Golden State (0-5). Trayce Jackson-Davis had 18 points on 8-of-12 shooting and grabbed 10 rebounds. Brandin Podziemski added 11 points, six rebounds and five assists.
KINGS 92, BUCKS 84
Jalen Slawson had 17 points, seven rebounds and four assists, while Souley Boom added 15 points to help Sacramento past Milwaukee in a consolation game.
Mike Daum added 14 points for the Kings (3-2), Alex O’Connell scored 12 and Aleem Ford 11.
Chris Livingston led the Bucks with 22 points and Craig Randall, who made just 6 of 22 from the field and 3 of 17 from 3-point range, added 20 points and eight assists.
BULLS 90, WIZARDS 85
Javon Freeman-Liberty had 24 points, seven rebounds, five assists and two blocks to lead Chicago over Washington in a consolation game.
Dalen Terry was 7 of 10 from the field and 4 of 5 from 3-point range and finished with 20 points for the Bulls (3-2). Adama Sanogo scored 15 points and grabbed nine rebounds and Yago Dos Santos added 13 points, including four 3s.
Jules Bernard led the Wizards (2-3) with 17 points. Tristan Vukcevic scored 15, Donovan Williams added 14 and DJ Stewart 13.
CELTICS 94, MAGIC 77
Vincent Bodon scored 13 points, Jordan Walsh and Reginald Kissoonlal added 12 apiece and Boston beat Orlando in a consolation game.
Kamar Baldwin had 10 points and six assists for the Celtics (2-3). Justin Bean also scored 10 points.
Robert Baker led Orlando (0-5) with 15 points and 11 rebounds, and Elijah Hughes added 13 points. Quinndary Witherspoon and Amauri Hardy scored 10 points apiece.
NUGGETS 89, KNICKS 86
Julian Strawther hit five 3-pointers and finished with 25 points and nine rebounds, Hunter Tyson scored 17 points and Denver beat New York in a consolation game.
Ismael Kamagate made 6 of 8 from the field and had 14 points and eight rebounds for the Nuggets (2-3). Jalen Pickett added 11 points and six assists.
QJ Peterson led New York with 25 points, but missed a potential tying runner from 3-point range at the buzzer that rimmed out. Michael Foster Jr. had 17 points, seven rebounds and three blocks. Trevor Keels added 15 points and Justyn Hamilton 11.
SUNS 102, GRIZZLIES 79
Toumani Camara had 20 points, 10 rebounds and two blocks, and Eugene German scored 18 points to help Phoenix beat Memphis in a consolation game.
Hunter Hale shot 6 of 9 from the field, including four 3-pointers, and finished with 15 points for Phoenix (2-3). Jordan Usher added 13 points and five assists.
Tarik Biberovic and Aminu Mohammed led Memphis (2-3) with 13 points apiece. Timmy Allen scored 12 points.
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ISTANBUL (AP) — A Ukrainian singer and former Eurovision song contest winner appealed to Turkey’s president on Monday to save Ukrainian fighters from the besieged city of Mariupol amid Russia’s war.
Ruslana, whose song “Wild Dances” catapulted her to No. 1 in the music contest in 2004, spoke at a news conference in Istanbul. She was flanked by the mothers and wives of the “Mariupol defenders” — Ukrainian fighters who are defending the city’s steel mill.
“Stand with Ukraine. Unite for Ukraine. Help Mariupol. Help Azovstal. Help our brave Ukrainian soldiers,” she said. “I truly believe that today Turkey’s leader President Erdogan, who has an international role and presence, will help our citizens in need.”
Several hundred Ukrainian fighters are estimated to be holed up at the sprawling Azovstal steelworks plant, the last pocket of resistance in a city largely reduced to rubble over the past two months.
Ruslana’s comments came as Europe pushed to toughen its response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, with Sweden joining Finland in deciding to seek NATO membership and European Union officials working to rescue proposed sanctions against Russian oil.
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Hurricanes are decreasing in every ocean except this one, study says
(CNN) – A study finds the number of hurricanes decreased in every ocean basin, except for one, over the past century.
The study found the annual number of global hurricanes, typhoons and tropical storms declined overall by about 13% as the planet warmed during the 20th century.
Scientists found the number of storms increased only in the North Atlantic Ocean.
The lead researcher said the drop in frequency doesn’t mean storms are becoming less of a threat, saying while there may be fewer tropical cyclones in the future, it is likely they will be more intense.
He said global warming makes underlying conditions less favorable for the formation of cyclones but when they do form, they are feeding on more energy from the warming atmosphere.
The study was published in the journal “Nature Climate Change.”
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The patent is rooted in scientific research led by PhD developmental neurobiologist and Cerebelly founder, Dr. Teresa Purzner
LOS GATOS, Calif., Dec. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cerebelly, the first and only science-backed, brain-focused baby food brand, announced today that it has received a U.S. patent for food composition of 16 key nutrients to promote optimal infant neurodevelopment. This landmark achievement means Cerebelly is now the first baby food brand with a patented food composition designed for optimal nutrition. The patent was issued based on scientific research led by Neurosurgeon, PhD developmental neurobiologist, and Cerebelly Co-Founder Dr. Teresa Purzner and underscores the company's commitment to providing superior nutrition critical for healthy brain development. As the only children's food brand that contains 16 essential nutrients and with 8x the nutrition to support a healthy brain compared to the 7-top selling baby food pouches on the market, Cerebelly is setting a new industry standard grounded in modern nutrition science.
"Our mission as a company is to make transformative changes to the way we nourish our kids. The standards we have in this country do not meet the needs that developmental neuroscience has made clear, and we will push and fight hard to change that," says Dr. Purzner. "Securing this patent is one step in that direction by once again setting new standards for our industry that are not just incrementally improved, but considerably higher than anything previously attempted. Our commitment to providing children with the optimal nutrition for cognitive development is rooted in science, and I'm proud that with this patent, we are able to give parents that extra assurance and trust that they are receiving the support they need to provide superior nutrition when their children need it most."
Dr. Purzner and her team of scientists, doctors and nutritionists developed Cerebelly's first-of-its-kind formulation based on decades of research demonstrating that various regions of the brain grow and peak at different times, each having their own nutrient needs to support seeing, hearing, memory, cause and effect, attention, social awareness and more. The Cerebelly team carefully selected each ingredient to provide the crucial brain-supporting nutrients needed for early development, including Vitamin D, Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B₆, Vitamin B₁₂, Zinc, Copper, Niacin, Folate, Iodine, Selenium, Choline, Protein, DHA, Vitamin E, and Lutein. Each Cerebelly pouch contains these 16 nutrients in organic vegetable-first formulas with no added sugar and undergo rigorous testing for heavy metals and harmful toxins.
The patent issuance is the latest in a series of industry trailblazing accomplishments since Cerebelly launched in 2019. Cerebelly was the first ever shelf-stable children's food brand to receive The Clean Label Project Purity Award, which tests for over 400 contaminants including heavy metals, chemicals, plastics, pesticides, and more. Cerebelly's use of retort packaging in its manufacturing process enables the brand to create baby food that's shelf-stable for up to 18 months without the use of preservatives, all while providing a nutrient-dense, organic baby food puree.
Cerebelly is sold at cerebelly.com, Amazon, Thrive Market, and at over 7,600 retail stores nationwide including Target, Wegmans, Meijer, Whole Foods, Giant Eagle, and more. Its market share growth continues to outpace legacy baby food brands, a testament to how its science-backed approach and clean, value-added ingredients, are resonating with parents and families seeking a trusted resource for their child's nutritional needs.
Cerebelly is the first and only children's food brand on the market that combines up-to-date child nutrition and developmental neuroscience to offer products such as age-optimized pouches and smart bars with meaningful brain-supporting nutrients that science shows babies' growing brains need. Co-founded in 2019 by practicing neurosurgeon, PhD in developmental neurobiology from Stanford, and mom of three Dr. Teresa Purzner, MD, PhD understands the critical importance of early childhood brain development and developed Cerebelly based on decades of research that demonstrated that various regions of the brain grow and peak at different times – each having their own nutrient needs to support seeing, hearing, memory, cause and effect, attention and social awareness. Organic, non-GMO, 100% plant-derived, vegetable-first, dairy-free, gluten-free, with no added sugar, Cerebelly's brain-supporting pouches and Smart Bars contain 8x the amount of nutrients compared to the 7 top-selling baby food brands. Cerebelly additionally received the Clean Label Project Purity Award, an honor only bestowed after products are tested for over 400 contaminants and heavy metals and meet the organization's highest standards.
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Voters will decide in a special election next February whether Seattle should establish a public developer to create permanently affordable housing.
In an unanimous vote Tuesday with no discussion, Seattle City Council passed a resolution to allow King County Elections to put the proposed Initiative 135 on the ballot of a special election on Feb. 14, 2023.
If passed by a simple majority, the measure would establish a public development authority, called the Seattle Social Housing Developer, to build housing and take over existing properties using government and philanthropic funding to create renter-governed housing.
The city would be required to fund the salary and benefits of a chief executive officer and chief financial officer for the first 18 months, and to conduct a feasibility study whenever considering the sale or gift of public land, according to a legislative report.
The City Budget office estimates the two positions would cost around $750,000 for the 18 months, not including other startup costs like office space and supplies.
Proponents of the plan, led by the advocacy coalition House Our Neighbors, argue housing would be protected from rental market forces. The initiative’s language says housing units will be for a range of incomes and won’t be constrained by federal rules in determining who qualifies.
During Tuesday’s public comment, several people spoke in support of the initiative, adding that ensuring sufficient housing would help prevent homelessness.
Council members had the option of passing the initiative as an ordinance or passing an alternative proposal to also go on the ballot, according to the Seattle City Clerk’s office.
King County Elections confirmed in August that the effort, known as “social housing,” had gathered enough signatures to qualify for the February special election.
The initiative fell short about 5,000 signatures in June to qualify for the November general election.
Low-income housing providers, including the Low Income Housing Institute, Solid Ground and and other organizations, have endorsed the plan, while the Housing Development Consortium, a lobbying group whose members include King County’s major nonprofit housing developers, local housing authorities and financial institutions are in opposition.
House Our Neighbors formed last year in opposition to the Compassion Seattle ballot initiative, which would have required the city to build additional shelter space and keep parks and sidewalks clear of encampments. The initiative gathered enough signatures to qualify for last year’s November ballot but was struck down by Washington state’s Court of Appeals. | 2022-09-21T00:58:13+00:00 | seattletimes.com | https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/homeless/seattle-to-vote-on-social-housing-initiative-in-special-election/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=RSS_business |
Deep Network Analytics and Applied Machine Learning Provides Intelligence Related to Network for Improving Customer Experience
CUPERTINO, Calif., June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mobileum Inc. ("Mobileum"), a leading global provider of analytics solutions for roaming and network services, security, risk management, testing, and monitoring, today announced it has entered into a multi-year partnership with PT Smartfren Telecom Tbk ("Smartfren"), a leading progressive mobile operator in Indonesia. The new contract delivers Mobileum's digital insights and network analytics which will allow Smartfren to strengthen and enhance Customer experience and personalized product development as well as improve service quality and performance for its over 33 million subscribers in Indonesia.
Smartfren will leverage Mobileum's recently acquired Niometrics' Deep Network Analytics (DNA) software to derive insights from the volumes of user data traversing its network. Integrating with Smarfren's existing data core network and its data-warehouse the solution identifies multi-dimensional data attributes, uncovering how the network responds to specific usage demands, providing Smartfren with trends into the application experience and overall device performance in the network.
To cater to growing demand for video streaming in Indonesia, Smartfren will also use Mobileum's Video Streaming Analytics (VSA) solution to deliver high quality online video experiences to its customers. VSA uses advanced machine learning algorithms to determine performance and experience metrics, such as poor resolution or high buffering times, and gives Smartfren the capability to quantify, assess, and improve the quality of video streams delivered throughout its network.
This partnership reaffirms Smartfren's commitment as Indonesia's leading telecoms provider to continuously invest in emerging technologies and offer an exceptional quality of service to its customers.
Commenting on the partnership between Smartfren and Mobileum, Sandeep Mishra, CEO of Sinarmas Cognitive and Big Data, said: "Smartfren is excited to leverage Mobileum's deep network analytics towards better product offerings and improved experience to our customers. The insights from the solution will help us drive both performance and experience improvements across all customer segments.
Commenting on the partnership, Sam Lau, Senior Vice President of Global Sales, Analytics and Engagement of Mobileum, said: "We are very pleased with the opportunity to collaborate with Smartfren in its pursuit of excellence for complex digital networks. Being the leading progressive mobile operator in Indonesia, the company gives Mobileum the privilege to stretch our network analytics technology into the territory of ground-breaking scalability. We are confident that our analytics solutions will serve Smartfren well in its pursuit of service excellence."
About Smartfren
PT Smartfren Telecom Tbk (IDX: FREN) is one of the telecommunications service providers in Indonesia. In 2015, Smartfren innovated by launching the first commercial 4G LTE Advanced service in Indonesia, and in early 2016, Smartfren again made history as a telecommunications company in Indonesia that provides Voice over LTE (VoLTE) services commercially. In 2017, Smartfren confirmed its position as a leading telecommunications operator service provider in providing 4G-based telecommunications services and made Smartfren the only operator operating on a fully 4G network. In 2019, Smartfren successfully carried out a 5G trial which was carried out in Jakarta and this year, Smartfren became the first operator in Indonesia to present eSIM innovation. With the eSIM innovation, Smartfren gives its customers the advantage to access the Smartfren network to their communication devices without using a physical SIM card. eSIM stores phone numbers, subscription packages, network configurations that allow your device to connect to Smartfren. Now, with a wide network coverage area, through around 42,000 4G BTS spread across 220 cities throughout Indonesia, Smartfren has been asked to become the official telco partner for well-known global smartphone brands, such as Samsung. For internet service packages, Smartfren is currently establishing itself as a telecommunications operator that provides a variety of starter packs and internet package services. Smartfren has a Starter Card and Smartfren GOKIL MAX, Unlimited, Quota Nonstop, and 1ON+ internet packages. In addition to offering a variety of data and voice products and services, Smartfren also provides corporate business solutions, for business solutions for institutions and corporations in Indonesia. For more information, please visit www.smartfren.com
About Mobileum Inc.
Mobileum is a leading provider of Telecom analytics solutions for roaming, core network, security, risk management, domestic and international connectivity testing, and customer intelligence. More than 1,000 customers rely on its Active Intelligence platform, which provides advanced analytics solutions, allowing customers to connect deep network and operational intelligence with real-time actions that increase revenue, improve customer experience, and reduce costs. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, Mobileum has global offices in Australia, United Arab Emirates, Germany, Greece, India, Indonesia, Portugal, Singapore, and UK.
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SHENZHEN, China, Dec. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Under the concept of VAPORESSO Care, a recycling and social giveback campaign launched in the run-up to this year's festive season, VAPORESSO is a world-leading vaping brand, has further reinforced its commitment to the environment and community, advancing its corporate social responsibility (CSR) pledges by giving customers a special shopping experience while creating a simple way to empower them to support global environmental efforts and people in need this winter.
VAPORESSO Care's "Recycle for One Earth" program has been rolled out in over 130 retail stores in the US and UK, helping to reduce environmental impact by putting disposable vape devices out of landfills. To raise awareness among vaping enthusiasts, through the "Recycle for One Earth" program, VAPORESSO encourages more people to take part in the activity and earn rewards for eco-friendly actions.
VAPORESSO Care's "Caring in Motion", customers in France shopping at 40 designated outlets will be given a winter caring package. VAPORESSO will also partner with La Vape Du Cœur, a French non-governmental organization aiming to reduce the risks for smokers. Through French hospitals and medical professionals, the NGO will provide VAPORESSO devices to legal-smoking-age smokers who want to quit smoking but experiencing financial difficulties.
"At VAPORESSO, we care for our customers' care. As the slogan of VAPORESSO CARE says, we care about the world and care about you," said Simon Lai, CEO of VAPORESSO.
To unite more retailers under the banner "VAPORESSO Care", VAPORESSO invites store owners to sign up for the POWER SHOP and become a partner for future projects. Outlets joining the program will be granted a certificate and given a chance to have their signature displayed in VAPORESSO's special artwork to honor their membership.
About VAPORESSO
VAPORESSO was created in 2015 and is dedicated to establishing a smoke-free world while raising the quality of life for its users. Based on its continuous innovation, strict quality control, and substantial commitment, VAPORESSO creates products that can fit all levels and styles of vapers.
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When we finally caught up with Joel Embiid, he was sitting high up in Section 130 at Ball Arena Monday night, enthralled by the halftime show. Gotta admit, the dude looked a lot shorter in person.
“I get a lot of grief for this,” laughed Bryce Margolis of Boulder, flashing his No. 21 76ers jersey proudly in the stands, repping Philly even when Embiid wasn’t. “They just give me the ‘MVP’ (expletive). You know how it goes. As a Philly fan, I think we’re looking for a ring and not the MVP trophy.”
Yeah, well, good luck, pal. Especially with that last one. MVPs are for dudes, as my old pal Steve Addazio liked to say.
And dudes show up.
They show up on the road. They show up at sea level. They show up at altitude. They show up big where they’re loved. They show up even bigger where they’re despised.
NBA TV showed up Monday night. The New York Times showed up. ESPN showed up. Nikola Jokic showed up, dropping yet another triple-double (25 points, 17 rebounds and 12 assists) for the haters to chew on in a 116-111 Nuggets win.
But when high noon at Mile High came, in what was billed as a showdown between the top two centers in the league, Embiid laid a triple goose egg: Zero points, zero boards, zero dimes. The only place you could find a Sixers “21” jersey in blue or white or red at Ball Arena was in the stands or on the concourse.
Bad calf, Philly coach Doc Rivers said. Load management.
“He did not like the way he was moving,” Rivers explained before the game, “and it was not a hard decision for us.”
Long season, playoff sport, yada-yada-yada. But what the Sixers also did Monday was make it harder for the Jokic-bashers east of Ogallala to wave the whole “head-to-head” argument in everybody’s mug when it comes to the MVP chatter.
Hey, Embiid was brilliant back on Jan. 28 in Philly against the Nuggets, posting 47 points and 18 boards on Denver, a statement game and a statement victory. Jokic was very good — 24 points, nine assists, eight rebounds — that day. Just not great.
But when it’s dude-on-dude, you have to give the other man his serve.
Chase Hontz, a Philly native who’s currently attending CSU, brought his “21” jersey to Ball Arena Monday, too. And he wound up with just as many points during the Nuggets-Sixers rematch as Embiid did: Nada.
“He shouldn’t have played the last two games (before this),” Hontz groused.
“(Rivers) should’ve let him play (Monday). This is my sixth or seventh year in a row seeing (Nuggets-Sixers) play here. And I think (Embiid) has played twice.”
Pretty close. Over the last six seasons, the Sixers star’s played exactly once on Chopper Circle. And appeared just twice here over his first seven years as a pro.
“When you’re in Philly and you wear an opposing team’s jersey, you get a lot worse,” chuckled Chase’s little brother Brady, another “21” in the house and Philly transplant at CSU. “So it’s not bad here. This is nothing. They’re nice here.”
With that, a Nuggs fan poked his head in between two Embiids.
“Hey! Where’s the MVP?” he cried.
They shrugged.
“He’s on the floor,” the fan continued with a smirk. “Playing.”
So, ya know, not that nice.
The signs weren’t kind, either. But they were hilarious. My personal favorite was the Nuggets acolyte who held up a black and white pic of Embiid with the words “MISSING PERSON” stamped across the top as if it had been ripped from the side of a milk carton.
“Yeah, I mean, I was expecting (that center) matchup also,” said Nuggets swingman Bruce Brown, who finished with 18 points and five dimes off the bench. “I mean, Embiid got (Jokic), I guess, in Game 1 because they won (in Philly).
“But I don’t think he’s played here since — when, 2019?”
Nov. 8, 2019. Circle the date.
“Just a tough one, I guess,” Brown mused.
Fans start arguments.
Dudes finish them.
If Embiid had played as well Monday as Joker did in Philly a few months back, win or lose, he might’ve put this MVP race to bed. Now? Now even ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins feels let down. And what was billed as a clash of titans Monday night turned instead into another reminder of a Jokic strength and Embiid’s greatest weakness: Availability.
Since the fall of 2020, in a game against a guy who was top-4 in MVP voting that year or top-4 in ESPN’s running straw poll, Jokic’s had 20 chances to appear. The Joker wound up playing in 18 of those games.
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s attendance mark is even better, appearing in 20 of 21 (95%) potential heavyweight tussles. Embiid: Twenty-two opportunities, 13 appearances (59.1%).
Missing one Denver rematch? It happens. Twice? Bad luck. But five outta six? And three ducks in a row?
Ain’t the calf.
It’s the head. | 2023-03-29T02:42:45+00:00 | denverpost.com | https://www.denverpost.com/2023/03/28/nikola-jokic-joel-embiid-nba-mvp-award-vote/ |
SACRAMENTO (AP) _ The winning numbers in Monday evening's drawing of the California Lottery's "Fantasy 5" game were:
08-20-21-33-37
(eight, twenty, twenty-one, thirty-three, thirty-seven)
¶ The numbers are listed in sequential order, but any combination wins. | 2022-06-07T03:05:27+00:00 | sfgate.com | https://www.sfgate.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Fantasy-5-game-17223765.php |
Republican primary voters are showing no signs of easing their support for former President Trump as their 2024 GOP presidential candidate.
Trump’s lead in the presumptive field of GOP presidential candidates has widened in most polling, even as he finds himself embroiled in high-profile legal battles and as the party grapples with a worse-than-expected midterm election.
Though the presidential debates and primaries are still months away, pollsters and even some anti-Trump Republicans point to the former president’s recent indictment and his no-holds-barred approach to his presumptive GOP rivals as being among the reasons some in the party are still leaning toward the former president.
“Donald Trump has conditioned … a pretty serious majority of the Republican base to believe that any legal critique of him, any external charge made against him is invalid and a product of the ‘deep state’ or a conspiracy of some kind to take him away from Republican voters,” said Rick Wilson, co-founder of the anti-Trump Lincoln Project.
“So why did you see Trump’s numbers go up after Mar-a-Lago was raided by the FBI? Why did you see his numbers go up after he was indicted in New York? That’s because that base — it is an inversion of the prior known political behavior, which is to say, people don’t like criminals,” he added. “And yet, when you accuse Donald Trump of being a criminal, even with all the evidence in the world, their response is, ‘No, he’s not. You’re the one who’s doing this.’”
Trump made headlines in late March when he became the first president to face criminal charges. The indictment followed a probe by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg (D) that centers on Trump’s possible involvement in a hush money payment made during his 2016 campaign to a porn star.
Though an indictment would ordinarily be considered politically damning for any presidential candidate, polling suggests it hasn’t harmed Trump — and it might even have helped him.
Polling released by NPR, PBS NewsHour and Marist this week found that 63 percent of Republicans said they wanted Trump to be president again, even if he was found guilty of a crime.
Even high-profile members of the party and the presumptive 2024 GOP field have largely defended Trump, dispelling hopes from his opponents that the indictment would ultimately take him down. Former Vice President Pence described the indictment as “an outrage,” while Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) said it was a “travesty.” Haley suggested the probe was “more about revenge than it is about justice.”
But some Republicans say Trump is also enjoying a lead in the polls thanks to his pugilistic approach to his primary rivals, particularly presumptive White House contender Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R).
Louisiana-based pollster John Couvillon, who typically works with Republicans, told The Hill that “the fighting back, I found, is what attracts [Trump] to Republican primary voters.”
While only a handful of Republicans have entered the 2024 race, Trump has taken steps to define the field early on. Much of the former president’s attention has been geared toward DeSantis, who is generally seen as Trump’s chief rival, though he hasn’t officially entered the race yet.
Trump has used nicknames to taunt the Florida governor, such as “Ron DeSanctimonious,” and taken shots at him using his Truth Social platform and ads. A pro-Trump super PAC notably rolled out an ad earlier this month portraying DeSantis eating pudding with his fingers — a nod to a story published by The Daily Beast that reported the Florida governor apparently once ate pudding without utensils.
Gunner Ramer, political director of the anti-Trump Republican Accountability PAC, suggested some of the attacks against DeSantis “allow him to be labeled as an establishment Republican candidate, which doesn’t differentiate him from the other Republicans that voters just have no real interest in at this moment.”
Trump hasn’t shied away from taking jabs at other Republicans, either, including former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie and New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu. Trump said Christie has “got a big mouth — that’s all he’s got” during a speech to a raucous audience in New Hampshire on Thursday before taking jabs at the Granite State’s governor.
“He could’ve really made an impact. He could’ve run for the Senate. He probably would’ve easily won because of the family name, would’ve won. And that would have been a tremendous thing. Instead, he wants to play games with running for president,” Trump said about Sununu.
Trump’s rivals have all taken shots at him to varying degrees, though most of them haven’t been nearly as aggressive as the former president. During an interview with Fox News’s Piers Morgan last month, DeSantis said of Trump’s belittling nickname, “I mean, you can call me whatever you want, just as long as you also call me a winner, because that’s what we’ve been able to do in Florida, is put a lot of points on the board and really take this state to the next level.”
And as the Florida governor criticized Bragg’s indictment in March, he also remarked he didn’t “know what goes into paying hush money to a porn star to secure silence over some type of alleged affair” — a nod to allegations that Trump had an affair with adult film actress Stormy Daniels.
But DeSantis has come under growing pressure to hit back even harder against Trump, and some within the GOP worry the former president is getting the best of the governor.
Couvillon, the pollster, said Trump’s onslaught of attacks is “what gives him the edge, because it looks like he’s this tough guy, and the other Republican candidates just don’t have what it takes.”
Though members of the party emphasize there’s still plenty of time before the first primaries, some appear less than impressed with the Florida governor.
“At the end of the day, candidates have to perform at a certain level, and DeSantis is not a guy who’s ready for the big show. You can tell he doesn’t speak well. He doesn’t deliver, he doesn’t connect with people. And for all my criticisms of Donald Trump, I will never take away from the fact that Donald Trump is a magnificent showman,” said Wilson of the Lincoln Project.
“Gov. DeSantis has not even announced if he will be a candidate for the presidency in 2024, and he is unequivocally a force to be reckoned with. Not only has Governor DeSantis never lost a fight, but he’s never lost an election,” said Erin Perrine, communications director for the pro-DeSantis super PAC Never Back Down. “It’s clear that if Trump has to defend his record of blindly following Fauci into nationwide lockdowns, being good buddies with Gavin Newsom, trashing Florida, and having his endorsed 2022 candidates lose — Trump will have a hard time.”
The developments taken together underscore how Trump has retained his iron grip on the presumptive 2024 primary field, even as polling has also shown a substantial percentage of Republican voters not keen on seeing him run for reelection.
“President Trump is dominating in poll after poll– both nationally and statewide– crushing the primary and general fields. That is why congressional members, statewide officials, local leaders, and grassroots activists have endorsed the President because they know he is the only one who can win in 2024,” said Trump campaign spokesman Steven Cheung in an email.
“There is no other candidate in the race who has even come close to putting out a bold, forward-looking policy agenda that President Trump has,” he added.
Republicans say the others running for the White House, including DeSantis, will have to put the pedal to the metal soon if they’re going to be competitive.
“There’s still a lot of time left on the clock. We’re going to have debates,” said Brian Seitchik, a Trump campaign alum.
“Certainly, team DeSantis is going to have a great deal of resources, both in the hard side — the campaign — and the soft side — the independent expenditure. So they will have the opportunity to make their case,” he said. “But sort of the initial buzz surrounding him has waned, and the rubber’s got to hit the road real soon here.” | 2023-04-30T13:34:30+00:00 | valleycentral.com | https://www.valleycentral.com/hill-politics/why-gop-voters-are-so-loyal-to-trump/ |
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