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HONOLULU (AP) — A magntitude-5.1 earthquake struck Friday on Hawaii's Mauna Loa, the largest active volcano on the planet that scientists say is in a “state of heightened unrest."
People across the Big Island reported feeling light shaking from the temblor.
Hawaii County Mayor Mitch Roth said there was no immediate reports of damage or injuries.
At least eight smaller aftershocks followed the quake in the Kau Forest Reserve near the island's southeastern town of Pahala, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
USGS models estimated a low likelihood of damage from the quake.
Mauna Loa is not erupting and there are no signs of an imminent eruption at this time. “However, Mauna Loa continues to be in a state of heightened unrest as indicated by increased earthquake activity and inflation of the summit,” USGS said in Friday's daily update on the volcano. “The unrest is likely caused by renewed input of magma into Mauna Loa’s summit reservoir system.”
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Scientists at the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory were monitoring Mauna Loa closely for changes.
Hundreds of responses on the USGS earthquakes website reported weak-to-light shaking across the vast island.
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2022-10-14T21:51:19+00:00
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wcfcourier.com
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https://wcfcourier.com/news/science/5-1-earthquake-hits-during-hawaiis-mauna-loa-volcano-unrest/article_7216183e-d029-55fd-b050-0810b0164e73.html
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For Floridians, commemorating the 20th of May should be “right up there with celebrating the Fourth of July.”
That’s the hope of Dr. Tameka Bradley Hobbs, the Library Regional Manager of the African American Research and Cultural Center in Fort Lauderdale. She’s part of a statewide initiative to celebrate Florida’s Emancipation Day, which marks the moment when Union Gen. Edward McCook read the Emancipation Proclamation in Tallahassee on May 20, 1865 — officially declaring that enslaved people in Florida were free.
There’s “nearly 160 years of this tradition being kept alive in the state of Florida,” Hobbs said. “It deserves to be understood and it deserves to be celebrated.”
For more generations, Black Floridians have marked Emancipation Day with parades, fellowship and food — coming together to commemorate the legal recognition of their humanity and the expansion of America’s multiracial democracy.
Celebrations included “parades … speeches by newly-elected Black officials, a new reality for Black people as they’re brought into the body politic,” Hobbs said. “People have very fond memories of fresh-squeezed lemonade, baseball games, the plaiting of the may pole.”
This year, communities across the state are holding their own 20th of May activities, including a reenactment of the reading of the Emancipation Proclamation at the Knott House Museum in Tallahassee — which will be livestreamed on social media.
The African American Research and Cultural Center in Fort Lauderdale is also hosting a series of events on May 19th and 20th to celebrate the history of freedom in the U.S. and in Haiti.
One of the earliest known celebrations of Emancipation Day in Florida was in Key West on January 29, 1863 — coming earlier than many other communities because the Keys were under the control of the Union Army.
While President Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation went into effect on January 1, 1863, it was unenforceable in much of the country until after the Confederates surrendered on April 9, 1865.
When Black communities were actually delivered the news of their freedom depended on how long it took Union troops to reach them and enforce it. Juneteenth marks the day when Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger formally declared the enslaved people of Galveston, Texas, were free on June 19, 1865.
Since Juneteenth was declared a federal holiday in 2021, Hobbs says it's even more important for Floridians to not overlook their own history of the state’s Emancipation Day.
“It is really wonderful now to have a day on the calendar that marks when our democracy expanded to include my ancestors,” she said. “But Florida's history is also very important for us to recognize and keep that tradition alive as well.”
Hobbs says the recent efforts to restrict the teaching of American history — and specifically Black history — underscore the importance of safeguarding and sharing knowledge around the country’s darkest chapters, and how those legacies continue to shape the nation today.
“For many of the historians that I'm in contact with and the culture keepers, this climate in Florida has only demonstrated for us the importance of the work that we do,” she said. “There is nothing controversial about the truth. There is nothing controversial about the facts of American history as it concerns enslavement and racism and Jim Crow in all of its manifestations.”
Now, Hobbs is working with historians and cultural preservationists across the state to develop an online history project and digital archive for Florida’s Emancipation Day. Students and families can read up on the history of May 20th, explore a timeline of Black history in Florida and find events across the state.
The initiative is also accepting photographs, oral histories and artifacts to add to the digital archive. More information on the initiative is available here.
IF YOU GO
May 19
WHAT: Destination Freedom — A “cross-cultural emancipation celebration” featuring food and music from both Haiti and the U.S. For ages 21+.
WHERE: African American Research and Cultural Center, 2650 Sistrunk Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
WHEN: Friday May 19, 6-9 pm
May 20
WHAT: Freedom Celebration — In tribute to Florida’s Emancipation Day, with a full day of food, festivities and activities for children and families, including the Broward Black Market.
WHERE: African American Research and Cultural Center, 2650 Sistrunk Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
WHEN: Saturday May 20, 11 am - 4 pm
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2023-05-19T19:31:24+00:00
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wlrn.org
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https://www.wlrn.org/arts-culture/2023-05-19/emancipation-day-celebration-slavery-broward-south-florida-events
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Wyoming Tribune Eagle
CHEYENNE – One student from East High School was killed, and three other teenagers from East were seriously hurt, in a single-vehicle accident Sunday night, according to local authorities.
The incident reportedly occurred at around 10:30 p.m. Sunday on East Lincolnway, just in front of the McDonald’s that is located at 2535 East Lincolnway. As the 16-year-old driver of a Ford Taurus was apparently speeding and also “switching lanes” on the street, “he spun out of control into the parking lot” of the McDonald’s, the Cheyenne Police Department’s spokesperson said by phone Monday.
The driver was pronounced dead at the scene, according to local officials, including the CPD’s spokesperson Alexandra Farkas. The body of the teenager is now at the coroner’s office, the Laramie County coroner, Rebecca Reid, said by phone.
The other three local teens who were in the car at the time of the crash “were able to exit the vehicle” and were later taken by ambulance to Cheyenne Regional Medical Center, Farkas reported. “All of their injuries were considered serious.” There was no immediate update from CRMC on those kids’ medical conditions.
Although there were other motorists in the area at the time of the incident, it was a single-vehicle crash, Farkas recounted in her phone interview. It is not thought that alcohol or drugs were involved, she said. “They are not suspected at this time, just speed,” as the vehicle was apparently exceeding the speed limit, she added.
As is typical, the Laramie County coroner’s office “will determine cause of death,” Reid said. “We do not have a time frame.” The names of all four teens involved in the car crash were not immediately released, in keeping with a heightened standard of privacy for those under the age of 18.
It appears the Ford Taurus “was traveling east on Lincolnway at a high rate of speed and attempted to cross lanes,” CPD noted in its announcement early Monday afternoon. “The driver then lost control of the vehicle and entered the McDonald’s parking lot, striking a curb and rolling the vehicle. The crash ended as the Taurus landed on a handicap parking pillar. The driver was ejected during the incident.”
A car in the parking lot of the McDonald’s was hit by the Taurus with the teens inside, CPD’s Farkas said by phone. In a later email to the Wyoming Tribune Eagle she noted the car that was hit in the parking lot was parked and unoccupied at the time of the collision. The fast-food restaurant was open at the time, employees there noted when contacted by the WTE on Monday.
The car crash in the parking lot “was pretty bad,” said a manager of the McDonald’s, who declined to give his name while answering some questions briefly by phone. “We’re trying to help the police however we can.”
Corporate spokespeople for the McDonald’s restaurant chain didn’t immediately answer questions. Representatives of Laramie County School District 1 and of East High School couldn’t immediately be reached.
Although nearby vehicles weren’t involved in the crash itself, their occupants called police and stayed at the scene, Farkas said. Deputies from the Laramie County Sheriff’s Office also assisted at the site, in addition to Cheyenne Fire Rescue and AMR.
CFR sent two fire engines and a battalion chief to the scene, according to Cheyenne Fire commander Andrew Dykshorn. “They were there, and they assisted PD with their investigation,” Dykshorn said of his agency’s personnel helping the police department.
As CPD noted in its announcement, “due to the severity of the crash, the Cheyenne Police Department’s Major Crash Unit responded to take over the investigation.” Many of the details relayed by the police are preliminary, the department noted:
“Police are still working to determine the factors that led up to the crash. This case remains under investigation.”
This report was further updated with additional brief details from CPD.
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2022-09-06T01:37:51+00:00
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wyomingnews.com
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https://www.wyomingnews.com/news/local_news/east-hs-student-killed-3-other-teens-hurt-in-car-crash-sunday-night-update-3/article_4d7e1598-2d4c-11ed-8ff1-d30e9faffb0f.html
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2022-06-01T02:49:35+00:00
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nj.com
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NAIROBI – Kenya’s opposition leader Raila Odinga has led thousands of protesters in a third round of anti-government demonstrations on Thursday as the government warned that no more violent protests would be tolerated.
The opposition is blaming President William Ruto for the rising cost of living and alleges he illegally manipulated his election in last year’s polls, although the Supreme Court has upheld the validity of the election results.
Odinga says the protests will only stop after the government lowers the cost of basic food items and allows access to the 2022 election results from the electoral commission's main computers.
Ruto, who on Thursday arrived back in the country from a four-day trip in Belgium and Germany, has remained adamant that the ongoing protests are illegal.
Interior Minister Kithure Kindiki, who is in charge of the police, on Wednesday said no more violent protests would be tolerated, stating “we must halt the descent.”
U.S Senator Chris Coons on Wednesday met Kenya’s Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for what the Kenyan leader described as “strengthening ties.”
Coons also met opposition leader Odinga for talks about “upholding the constitution and the rule of law,” according to the Kenyan politician.
Police have been using force to disperse protesters and so far four people are reported to have died since the protests started last week.
Odinga said the protests will be held twice every week until the opposition’s demands are met. A governor from Odinga’s stronghold of Kisumu county had banned protests in the area but quickly rescinded and local government officials joined in Thursday’s demonstrations.
The protests have sparked counter violence against opposition targets. Last Monday saw the destruction of private property at former President Uhuru Kenyatta’s family farm outside the capital, Odinga’s gas cylinder manufacturing firm near the central business district and the burning of shops in Odinga’s stronghold of Kibera slums.
The independent Policing Oversight Authority is investigating four incidents of police shooting and killing protesters as well allegations that police failed to respond to a report on the damaging of private property. The authority has urged police to abide by the law while protecting life and property.
Civil society groups that include Amnesty Kenya and the Kenya Human Rights Commission have expressed concern over the abuse of human rights by the police during the protests and urged police to uphold their service to humanity.
The African Union has called for calm and dialogue among stakeholders recalling a “successful conduct of the general elections and confirmation of the outcome by the Supreme Court.”
Western diplomatic missions in Kenya expressed concern over the violence and damage to places of worship and private property.
The Media Council of Kenya said that journalists have been attacked in the demonstrations and said it would work closely with the police to ensure perpetrators face the law.
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2023-03-30T12:13:13+00:00
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ksat.com
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https://www.ksat.com/news/world/2023/03/30/kenya-opposition-in-fresh-protests-amid-government-warning/
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NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Opendoor Technologies Incorporated.
Shareholders who purchased shares of OPEN during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointment. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery.
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https://securitiesclasslaw.com/securities/opendoor-technologies-class-action-submission-form/?id=33727&from=4
CLASS PERIOD: This lawsuit is on behalf of a class consisting of all persons and entities other than defendants that purchased or otherwise acquired: (a) Opendoor securities between December 21, 2020 and September 16, 2022, both dates inclusive and/or (b) Opendoor common stock pursuant and/or traceable to documents issued in connection with the business combination between the Company and Opendoor Labs Inc. completed on or about December 18, 2020.
ALLEGATIONS: The complaint alleges that during the class period, Defendants issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) the algorithm used by the Company to make offers for homes could not accurately adjust to changing house prices across different market conditions and economic cycles; (ii) as a result, the Company was at an increased risk of sustaining significant and repeated losses due to residential real estate pricing fluctuations; (iii) accordingly, defendants overstated the purported benefits and competitive advantages of the algorithm; (iv) as a result, documents issued in connection with the merger between the Company and Opendoor Labs Inc. and defendants' public statements throughout the class period were materially false and/or misleading and failed to state information required to be stated therein.
DEADLINE: December 6, 2022 Shareholders should not delay in registering for this class action. Register your information here: https://securitiesclasslaw.com/securities/opendoor-technologies-class-action-submission-form/?id=33727&from=4
NEXT STEPS FOR SHAREHOLDERS: Once you register as a shareholder who purchased shares of OPEN during the timeframe listed above, you will be enrolled in a portfolio monitoring software to provide you with status updates throughout the lifecycle of the case. The deadline to seek to be a lead plaintiff is December 6, 2022. There is no cost or obligation to you to participate in this case.
WHY GROSS LAW FIRM? The Gross Law Firm is nationally recognized class action law firm, and our mission is to protect the rights of all investors who have suffered as a result of deceit, fraud, and illegal business practices. The Gross Law Firm is committed to ensuring that companies adhere to responsible business practices and engage in good corporate citizenship. The firm seeks recovery on behalf of investors who incurred losses when false and/or misleading statements or the omission of material information by a company lead to artificial inflation of the company's stock. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
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New York, NY, 10018
Email: dg@securitiesclasslaw.com
Phone: (646) 453-8903
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2022-11-16T11:47:30+00:00
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witn.com
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https://www.witn.com/prnewswire/2022/11/16/shareholder-alert-gross-law-firm-notifies-shareholders-opendoor-technologies-incorporated-class-action-lawsuit-lead-plaintiff-deadline-december-6-2022-nasdaq-open/
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UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The United States accused China and Russia on Monday of shielding North Korea from any action by the U.N. Security Council for its unprecedented spate of intercontinental ballistic missile launches, which violate multiple U.N. resolutions and jeopardize international aviation and maritime safety.
U.S. Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield told a council meeting that Chinese and Russian “obstructionism” was encouraging North Korea “to launch ballistic missiles with impunity” and advance its development of more sophisticated and dangerous weapons.
After the meeting, she read a statement on behalf of council members Albania, Ecuador, France, Japan, Malta, Switzerland, the United Arab Emirates and United Kingdom, joined by South Korea, that condemned the launches.
It said the growing crisis threatens not only the region but global peace and stability, and called for the Security Council to speak again with one voice. Unlike Thomas-Greenfield in her remarks, the statement did not name China and Russia, though it clearly referred to them.
A united Security Council imposed sanctions after North Korea’s first nuclear test explosion in 2006 and tightened them over the years in a total of 10 resolutions seeking — so far unsuccessfully — to rein in its nuclear and ballistic missile programs and cut off funding. In the last sanctions resolution adopted by the council in December 2017, members committed to further restricting petroleum exports to North Korea if it conducted a ballistic missile launch capable of reaching intercontinental ranges.
China and Russia vetoed a U.S.-sponsored resolution in May 2022 that would have imposed new sanctions, including on petroleum exports, over a spate of ICBM launches. Instead of new sanctions, what’s needed now is renewed dialogue between North Korea and the United States, they said, and they maintained that position on Monday.
The briefing came in the midst of the largest U.S. and South Korean military exercises i n years, which have included computer simulations, field exercises, and U.S. long-range B-1B bombers training with South Korean warplanes. North Korea said Monday it simulated a nuclear attack on South Korea with a ballistic missile over the weekend, its fifth launch this month to protest the military drills.
China’s deputy U.N. ambassador, Geng Shuang, claimed that in 2018 North Korea took “the positive initiative of giving up nuclear weapons in return for security,” telling the council “the U.S. side failed to respond with goodwill … wasting an important opportunity for achieving denuclearization on the peninsula.”
Thomas-Greenfield retorted that this was not true, even if North Korea had temporarily stopped testing. “The slew of launches that we’ve seen demonstrate to all of us that (North Korea) was continuing to advance its programs within its own borders,” she said.
China’s Geng and Russia’s deputy U.N. ambassador, Anna Evstigneeva, accused the United States of escalating tensions with the current military exercises, dismissing Thomas-Greenfield’s statement that they are longstanding, routine and purely defensive.
Both stressed that the Security Council should focus on de-escalating tensions on the Korean peninsula and urged members to support their resolution proposed in November 2021, which would lift some sanctions to spur dialogue between the United States and North Korea and lessen the impact of the sanctions on the North Korean population.
Geng said their proposed resolution aims “to unleash some positive signals” and encourage North Korea to resume talks and create conditions to ease tensions. Evstigneeva said the resolution “is specifically geared toward arriving at a political diplomatic settlement.”
Thomas-Greenfield reiterated the U.S. offer to hold talks with Pyongyang. But she countered that in their remarks Monday neither the Chinese nor Russian envoy even called on North Korea to stop testing, and their resolution would reward it for failing to comply with Security Council resolutions banning ballistic missile and nuclear tests.
“What they are doing is depriving their own people of needed humanitarian assistance that would alleviate their suffering and allow for the international community to come in and provide the needed humanitarian assistance, which we are all willing to do without a resolution,” Thomas-Greenfield said.
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2023-03-21T02:52:14+00:00
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cbs4indy.com
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https://cbs4indy.com/news/politics/ap-politics/us-says-china-and-russia-blocking-un-action-on-north-korea/
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LEAD PLAINTIFF DEADLINE IS JANUARY 17, 2023
NEW YORK, Dec. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Wolf Haldenstein Adler Freeman & Herz LLP announces that a federal securities class action has been filed in the United States District Court for the Central District of California on behalf of shareholders of Olaplex Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: OLPX) who purchased common stock pursuant and/or traceable to Olaplex's initial public offering conducted on or around September 30, 2021 (the "IPO").
All investors who purchased the shares and incurred losses are advised to contact the firm immediately at classmember@whafh.com or (800) 575-0735 or (212) 545-4774. You may obtain additional information concerning the action or join the case on our website, www.whafh.com.
If you have incurred losses, you may, no later than January 17, 2023, request that the Court appoint you lead plaintiff of the proposed class. Please contact Wolf Haldenstein to learn more about your rights.
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Olaplex manufactures and sells hair care products. Pursuant to its IPO, Olaplex issued more than 73 million shares of its common stock to the public at a price of $21.00 per share for approximate proceeds of more than $1.4 billion to Olaplex.
Olaplex purports to participate in the "prestige segment" of the haircare market, which Olaplex claims is "expected to be the fastest growing segment of the global haircare market from 2020 to 2025." However, the IPO's offering documents made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclosure that:
- macroeconomic pressures and competition in the haircare market were more robust than Olaplex had represented to investors;
- accordingly, Olaplex was unlikely to maintain its sales and revenue momentum; and
- as a result, it was unlikely that Olaplex would be able to achieve the financial and operational growth projected in the IPO's offering documents.
On September 29, 2022, a Piper Sandler analyst downgraded Olaplex to Neutralfrom Overweight, stating that her work revealed that "competition and misinformation pose growing risks to Olaplex.
On this news, Olaplex's stock price fell by more than 12%, closing at $9.62 per share.
Then, on October 18, 2022, Olaplex revised its guidance for the 2022 fiscal year. Specifically, Olaplex said it expected fiscal year 2022 revenue between $704 million and $711 million, significantly down from its prior guidance range of $796 million to $826 million.
Olaplex further revealed that Olaplex's "updated guidance primarily reflects a slowdown in sales momentum that it attributes to macro-economic pressures, increased competitive activity including discounting, and a moderation in new customer acquisition, as well as inventory rebalancing across certain customers which [Olaplex] believes are in response to these same macro-economic pressures."
On this news, Olaplex's stock price fell an additional 56.7%, to close at $4.24 per share.
Wolf Haldenstein has extensive experience in the prosecution of securities class actions and derivative litigation in state and federal trial and appellate courts across the country. The firm has attorneys in various practice areas; and offices in New York, Chicago and San Diego. The reputation and expertise of this firm in shareholder and other class litigation has been repeatedly recognized by the courts, which have appointed it to major positions in complex securities multi-district and consolidated litigation.
If you wish to discuss this action or have any questions regarding your rights and interests in this case, please immediately contact Wolf Haldenstein by telephone at (800) 575-0735 or via e-mail at classmember@whafh.com
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2022-12-19T13:48:04+00:00
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kalb.com
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https://www.kalb.com/prnewswire/2022/12/19/olaplex-holdings-inc-class-action-alert-wolf-haldenstein-adler-freeman-amp-herz-llp-announces-that-securities-class-action-lawsuit-has-been-filed-united-states-district-court-central-district-california-against-olaplex-holdings-inc/
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(The Hill) — Snapchat will allow parents to view who their teen users are connecting with on the app without viewing the content of the messages, the company said in a blog post Tuesday.
The feature is under the new Family Center on the app and comes after increased scrutiny from lawmakers over youth safety on Snapchat and other apps.
Through the Family Center, parents can see who their teen users are friends with and communicating with, but it does not let them view the substance of the conversations.
Snapchat said the tool is designed to “reflect the way that parents engage with their teens in the real world, where parents usually know who their teens are friends with and when they are hanging out – but don’t eavesdrop on their private conversations.”
Parents can also confidentially report any accounts that may be concerning to Snapchat.
Snapchat will roll out additional features to the Family Center in the fall, including content controls for parents and the ability for teens to notify their parents when they report an account or piece of content.
Over the last year, Snapchat and other social media apps have faced mounting pressure from lawmakers and advocacy groups to increase safety features for teen users.
Snapchat’s blog post also highlighted existing features in the platform that the company said keeps young users safe. For example, by default teen users have to be mutual friends before they can communicate with each other. The app also does not allow teens to have public profiles, and teens only show up as a “suggested friend” in limited instances.
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2022-08-10T14:52:46+00:00
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nwahomepage.com
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https://www.nwahomepage.com/news/snapchat-rolls-out-parental-controls/
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NEW YORK, March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Credit Suisse Group AG (NYSE: CS) between March 10, 2022 and March 20, 2023, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"). The Class Period was expanded to include more investors. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than May 8, 2023.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Credit Suisse securities you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Credit Suisse class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=12359 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than May 8, 2023. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) contrary to Defendant Lehmann's representations in December 2022, the sharp increase in customer outflows Credit Suisse began experiencing in October 2022 remained ongoing; (2) accordingly, Credit Suisse had downplayed the impact of the Company's recent series of quarterly losses and risk and compliance failures on liquidity and its ability to retain client funds; (3) as a result, Credit Suisse had overstated the Company's financial position and/or prospects; and (4) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
To join the Credit Suisse class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=12359 mailto:or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.
No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.
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2023-03-30T01:13:14+00:00
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wsfa.com
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https://www.wsfa.com/prnewswire/2023/03/29/rosen-leading-ranked-firm-encourages-credit-suisse-group-ag-investors-with-losses-secure-counsel-before-important-deadline-securities-class-action-cs/
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HENDERSON, Nev. — Ajay Mitchell scored 12 of his team-high 20 points during a four-minute span to help UC Santa Barbara pull away from Cal State Fullerton and claim a 72-62 win in the Big West Conference championship game on Saturday night.
The Titans grabbed the lead on a layup by Vincent Lee with eight minutes to go and Mitchell, the Big West Player of the Year, snatched it back with a layup with 7:55 left. Latrell Wrightsell hit a jumper to put Fullerton back in front, but Mitchell snatched it back once more, this time for good, with a layup for a 51-50 lead. He added another layup, two free throws and a jumper and another layup to push the lead to 61-54 with just under four minutes left.
Mitchell hit 8 of 12 from the field and was 4 of 5 from the line while grabbing four rebounds and distributing four assists. Calvin Wishart finished with 16 points, seven rebounds, four assists and two steals, Cole Anderson has 12 points, Miles Norris 10 and Andre Kelly grabbed 10 rebounds to go with his nine points.
Max Jones led the Titans (20-13) with 18 points and grabbed six boards. Wrightsell and Tory San Antonio each added 15 points and Jalen Harris chipped in 12. Fullerton did not get even a single point from its bench.
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2023-03-12T06:22:54+00:00
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washingtonpost.com
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https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/colleges/2023/03/12/big-west-championship-fullerton-santa-barbara/c10d506a-c094-11ed-9350-7c5fccd598ad_story.html
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FORT MYERS, Florida (AP) — President Joe Biden toured hurricane-ravaged areas of Florida on Wednesday, surveying storm damage by helicopter and encouraging local residents on foot alongside Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. The political foes pledged to put that rivalry aside and marshal federal, state and local help to rebuild homes, businesses and lives.
DeSantis and his wife Casey greeted the president and first lady Jill Biden as they arrived at Fisherman’s Wharf, where homes and business lay in ruins amid debris and muck after Hurricane Ian tore through last week.
Biden and DeSantis spoke by themselves next to a boat the storm had lifted into a cafe, then moved separately among local residents hit hard by the hurricane. Biden embraced one woman.
The scope of the devastation was immense. Biden’s motorcade drove by wind-shorn trees, some uprooted, others with branches pulled backwards by the storm. Fields off the highway were still flooded, forming stagnant lagoons. There were big, visible signs of damage to an Amazon warehouse and a Family Dollar store, and one storage facility had its metal roof shredded.
Signs for stores and restaurants were blown out; ruined mattresses were piled in neighborhood streets, a building was tipped to the side like a chess piece. An armada of workers and repair trucks struggled with recovery.
Hurricane Ian has resulted in at least 84 people confirmed dead, including 75 in Florida, and many people still wait for power to be restored. Ian’s 150 mph winds and punishing storm surge last week took out power for 2.6 million in Florida. Many people still are unable to get food and water.
At a briefing with local officials, Biden emphasized that the rebuilding effort will take months or years.
“The only thing I can assure you is that the federal government will be here until it’s finished,” Biden said.
With the midterm elections just a month away, the crisis was bringing together political rivals in common cause at least for a time.
DeSantis, as well as Sen. Rick Scott, have been among Biden’s most prominent Republican critics. Both, along with Republican Sen. Marco Rubio and other state and local officials, were accompanying the president on Wednesday.
Before the trip, White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre suggested it would be inappropriate for them to focus on political differences.
“There will be plenty of time, plenty of time, to discuss differences between the president and the governor — but now is not the time,” Jean-Pierre told reporters at a White House briefing. “When it comes to delivering and making sure that the people of Florida have what they need, especially after Hurricane Ian, we are one. We are working as one.”
Before the storm hit, the president had intended to visit the Florida cities of Orlando and Fort Lauderdale last week, where he planned to stress his efforts to strengthen Social Security and Medicaid. Biden has accused Scott of wanting to end both programs by proposing that federal laws should expire every five years, although the Florida senator has said he wants to preserve the programs.
Biden and DeSantis have had a multitude of differences in recent years over how to fight COVID-19, immigration policy and more. In recent weeks, they tussled over the governor’s decision to put migrants on planes or buses to Democratic strongholds, a practice that Biden has called “reckless.”
The hurricane changed the purpose and tone of Biden’s first trip to Florida this year, which was in an area devastated by winds and surging water . Boats, including huge yachts, were capsized and hurled inland.
FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell told reporters on Air Force One that the cost of rebuilding will be huge: “It will certainly be in the billions and perhaps one of the more costly disasters that we’ve seen in many years.”
DeSantis made a point Wednesday of praising FEMA along with local and state agencies, saying coordination among them has been exceptional during Ian’s aftermath.
“There’s been less bureaucracy holding us back in this one than probably any one I’ve ever seen,” DeSantis said a briefing in Matlacha. He gave a 30-minute midday briefing on hurricane recovery efforts, including news that running water had been restored through much of the affected zone.
The White House message of bipartisan unity marks a difference from Biden’s predecessor, Donald Trump, who at times threatened to withhold aid to Democratic officials who criticized him, including Democratic Govs. Gavin Newsom of California and Andrew Cuomo of New York.
Trump threatened to withhold federal money from California after wildfires, saying its state officials were to blame for the deadly conflagrations, tweeting in 2018: “Billions of dollars are given each year, with so many lives lost, all because of gross mismanagement of the forests. Remedy now, or no more Fed payments!”
Politicians’ responses to natural disasters have the power to make or break political careers.
As Florida’s governor for eight years, Jeb Bush maintained a steady response to a parade of hurricanes and was rewarded with sky-high approval ratings. The response by President George W. Bush and Louisiana lawmakers to Hurricane Katrina in 2005 hangs over their legacies.
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, the Republican who welcomed President Barack Obama to his state to survey Hurricane Sandy damage just days before the 2012 general election, said that during natural disasters “the best political strategy is to have no political strategy, to do your job.”
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Associated Press writers Zeke Miller in Washington, Bobby Caina Calvan in Fort Myers, Florida and Brendan Farrington in Tallahassee, Florida, contributed to this report.
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For more AP coverage of Hurricane Ian: apnews.com/hub/hurricanes
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2022-10-05T19:40:18+00:00
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wboy.com
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https://www.wboy.com/news/politics/ap-biden-to-focus-on-hurricane-victims-in-florida-not-politics/
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NEW ORLEANS SAINTS (7-10)
UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: QB Andy Dalton, RB Mark Ingram, RB Dwayne Washington, RB David Johnson, WR Jarvis Landry, WR Deonte Harty, TE Nick Vannett, OT Ethan Greenidge, DE Marcus Davenport, DT David Onyemata, DT Shy Tuttle, DT Kentavius Street, LB Kaden Elliss, CB Bradley Roby, CB Chris Harris, S P.J. Williams, S Justin Evans, S Daniel Sorensen.
RESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: TE Juwan Johnson, WR Marquez Callaway, DT Albert Huggins, LB Chase Hansen, DT Malcolm Roach, LB Andrew Dowell, P Blake Gillikin.
NEEDS: Second-year coach Dennis Allen is looking to bolster an offense that ranked 19th in yards per game and 22nd in scoring. After signing Derek Carr at quarterback, the next priorities become receiver and running back because of uncertainty at each position. The Saints will have to either cut top receiver Michael Thomas or renegotiate his pay because of his current contract’s heavy salary cap burden. Meanwhile, top running back Alvin Kamara faces a potential suspension in connection with a criminal court case in Las Vegas. Kamara is accused of beating of a man in a casino hotel during the weekend of the 2022 Pro Bowl. Defensively, the Saints ranked fifth in yards allowed, but have several key regulars on the defensive line with expiring contracts.
AVAILABLE SALARY CAP SPACE (approximately): $25 million over the cap. —
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2023-03-11T05:06:38+00:00
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krqe.com
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https://www.krqe.com/sports/nfl-football/saints-have-key-positions-to-shore-up-in-free-agency/
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DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Former Vice President Mike Pence said Friday that he didn't take any classified information with him when he left office.
The disclosure — which would typically be unremarkable for a former vice president — is notable given that FBI agents seized classified and top secret information from his former boss's Florida estate on Aug. 8 while investigating potential violations of three different federal laws. Former President Donald Trump has claimed that the documents seized by agents were "all declassified."
Pence, asked directly if he had retained any classified information upon leaving office, told The Associated Press in an interview, "No, not to my knowledge."
Despite the inclusion of material marked "top secret" in the government's list of items recovered from Mar-a-Lago, Pence said, "I honestly don't want to prejudge it before until we know all the facts."
Pence was in Iowa on Friday as part of a two day-trip to the state, which hosts the leadoff Republican presidential caucuses. It comes as the former vice president has made stops in other early voting states as he takes steps toward mounting a 2024 White House campaign.
Pence also weighed in on Republican U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney's primary defeat earlier in the week to a rival backed by Trump. Cheney, who is arguably Trump's most prominent Republican critic, has called the former president "a very grave threat and risk to our republic" and further raised his ire through her role as vice chair of the House committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.
"My reaction was, the people of Wyoming have spoken," said Pence, who was targeted at the Capitol that day by angry rioters, including some who chanted, "Hang Mike Pence!" "And, you know, I accept their judgment about the kind of representation they want on Capitol Hill."
Pence said he has "great respect" for Cheney's father, former Vice President Dick Cheney, who served two terms under President George W. Bush.
"And I appreciate the conservative stance Congresswoman Cheney has taken over the years," Pence continued. "But I've been disappointed in the partisan taint of the Jan. 6 committee from early on."
Pence's aides said the committee contacted his legal team months ago to see if he would be willing to testify. Although Pence has said he would give "due consideration" to cooperating, he was adamant that the historic nature of such participation must be warranted and agreed upon.
"Beyond my concerns about the partisan nature of the Jan. 6 committee, there are profound constitutional issues that have to be considered," he said. "No vice president has ever been summoned to testify before the Congress of the United States."
Speaking further about the search of Mar-a-Lago, the former vice president raised the possibility, as he has previously, that the investigation was politically motivated and called on Attorney General Merrick Garland to disclose more details on what led authorities to conduct the search.
"The concern that millions of Americans felt is only going to be resolved with daylight," Pence said Friday. "I know that's not customary in an investigation. But this is unprecedented action by the Justice Department, and I think it merits an unprecedented transparency."
The Jan. 6 insurrection marked the first in a number of public breaks between Trump and his once devout No. 2. But Pence has been careful not to alienate Republicans who have supported Trump but might be looking for another candidate in the 2024 election. Despite his reluctance to criticize the former president, Pence has occasionally spoken out against Trump, criticizing the attack at the U.S. Capitol and more recently urging his fellow Republicans to stop lashing out at the FBI over the search of Mar-a-Lago.
"The Republican Party is the party of law and order," Pence said Wednesday at a political breakfast in New Hampshire. "Our party stands with the men and women who stand on the thin blue line at the federal and state and local level, and these attacks on the FBI must stop."
Pence said Friday that he would make a decision early next year about whether to run for the White House, a move that his aides have said will be independent of what Trump decides to do.
Having visited the Iowa State Fair on Friday afternoon, Pence also headlined a fundraiser earlier in the day for Republican Sen. Chuck Grassley and was scheduled to speak to a Christian conservative group and a northern Iowa county Republican Party fundraiser before leaving Saturday.
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2022-08-20T02:46:49+00:00
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kjrh.com
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https://www.kjrh.com/news/national/pence-says-he-didnt-leave-office-with-classified-material
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Artists Jaime and Gilbert Hernandez have been drawing and writing their popular comic book series Love and Rockets since 1982. They've followed the lives of their mostly Latina characters as they grow from restless teens to middle-aged women. To celebrate the 40th anniversary, their loyal publisher Fantagraphics has a new box collection of their classics.
The Hernandez brothers grew up in a small Southern California town similar to the fictional community Hoppers, where their characters Maggie and her friends live. Oxnard, California was thousands of miles away from the New York and British punk music the brothers listened to as teens in the late 1970s.
"For us, it just seemed new and fresh," Gilbert says of their favorite bands, the Ramones, Sex Pistols and The Clash. "Rock was revitalized, youth culture was revitalized. You know, we weren't these just nobody guys in a small town, we were always alert about what the bigger world was. And that kind of opened up for us because it was a D.I.Y. thing."
With that same do-it-yourself, renegade punk spirit, the brothers played in local bands and began drawing their own alternative comics. Their older brother, Mario, was their partner at the beginning when they self-published. Jaime says they were inspired by what he jokingly calls their "love of junk culture: old science fiction movies, wrestling, crummy TV shows, crummy comics."
"It was just the stuff we like to draw, and we thought it was it cool because people started to tell us that it wasn't cool," he says. "And if you're going to tell us that ain't cool, then we're going to do it more. We were cocky and confident enough that we knew what we liked was good, and our comic was going to show you why."
"Los Bros Hernandez," as they're also known, recently reminisced while visiting Golden Apple Comics, the beloved L.A. indie shop filled with the kinds of comic books they grew up with: everything from underground comix to Marvel and DC superheroes to Dennis the Menace to The Archies. Jaime says he was drawn to The Archies in particular for its fashion and rock band that reflects the pop culture of its times. He says Betty and Veronica and his friends inspired him to create his main character Maggie and her friends as 1980s punk teens.
"When we were in the punk scene, a lot of the young women were very spirited and very alive. And I just loved that about them," he says. "And I thought, 'my characters better dress, right? Or the real punks will make fun of them.'"
For Love and Rockets, Jaime says he threw in everything he loved: rockets, robots, horror and punk. He first made Maggie a rocket mechanic wearing 1940s clothes and living in a science fiction world. Then she became a 1980s punk teen, with friends like Hopey, her occasional lover.
"The punk girls were hanging out together and smoking cigarettes and getting drunk and stuff," he says. "Anybody can go to outer space in comics, you know. But if I can make these girls bored out of their heads because they live in a small town and make that interesting, then, boy, I'm a good artist."
Meanwhile, Jaime's older brother Gilbert wrote and drew parallel stories about a fictional Latin American village called Palomar. His storyline follows Luba and her family as they immigrate to California.
"I wanted something with some weight, something with substance," he says. "That was a challenge just to get people to read it. And luckily it was enough people to get it to keep us going for 40 years."
Over the years, they focused on their women characters' interpersonal dramas, their love lives and their neighborhoods.
"It might have been that we were raised by our mom and her grandmother, and our mom had a bunch of sisters," says Gilbert. "We saw the world through women's eyes."
Gilbert says it was important that, unlike The Archies, the Love and Rockets characters matured into middle age '"cause it just seemed weird for them to be the same age all the time."
In a recent PBS SoCal documentary about Love and Rockets, fans testified about what they say are honest portrayals of Latinx and queer characters dealing with love, loss, death and aging.
"They start having a conversation about menopause, who's getting their periods, who isn't getting their periods," says L.A. Times journalist Carolina Miranda. "It feels so real because what kinds of conversations are women this age having? They're talking about their bodies. This is a surprising thing to see in a comic, especially one written by men. Menopause is not something that's talked about very much. And it's the sort of thing that really makes me appreciate Love and Rockets."
Golden Apple Comics owner Ryan Liebowitz says the Hernandez brothers have die-hard fans since day one, and newer generations too. "Love and Rockets just hits home for people who basically don't like capes and superheroes and want to read stories about kind of real people doing real things."
Forty years later, Jaime and Gilbert Hernandez say they have no plans to stop drawing Love and Rockets. "We're trying to catch up to Charles Schulz and then we'll retire," Jaime jokes. "He continued drawing just short of 50 years."
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2022-11-23T11:35:52+00:00
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mainepublic.org
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https://www.mainepublic.org/2022-11-23/love-and-rockets-celebrates-40-years-of-edgy-latinx-alternative-comics
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SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Good news for all the password-haters out there: Google has taken a big step toward making them an afterthought by adding “passkeys” as a more straightforward and secure way to log into its services.
Here’s what you need to know:
WHAT ARE PASSKEYS?
Passkeys offer a safer alternative to passwords and texted confirmation codes. Users won’t ever see them directly; instead, an online service like Gmail will use them to communicate directly with a trusted device such as your phone or computer to log you in.
All you’ll have to do is verify your identity on the device using a PIN unlock code, biometrics such as your fingerprint or a face scan or a more sophisticated physical security dongle.
Google designed its passkeys to work with a variety of devices, so you can use them on iPhones, Macs and Windows computers as well as Google’s own Android phones.
WHY ARE PASSKEYS NECESSARY?
Thanks to clever hackers and human fallibility, passwords are just too easy to steal or defeat. And making them more complex just opens the door to users defeating themselves.
For starters, many people choose passwords they can remember — and easy-to-recall passwords are also easy to hack. For years, analysis of hacked password caches found that the most common password in use was “password123.” A more recent study by the password manager NordPass found that it’s now just “password.” This isn’t fooling anyone.
Passwords are also frequently compromised in security breaches. Stronger passwords are more secure, but only if you choose ones that are unique, complex and non-obvious. And once you’ve settled on “erVex411$%” as your password, good luck remembering it.
In short, passwords put security and ease of use directly at odds. Software-based password managers, which can create and store complex passwords for you, are valuable tools that can improve security. But even password managers have a master password you need to protect, and that plunges you back into the swamp.
In addition to sidestepping all those problems, passkeys have one additional advantage over passwords. They’re specific to particular websites, so scammer sites can’t steal a passkey from a dating site and use it to raid your bank account.
HOW DO I START USING PASSKEYS?
First step is to enable them for your Google account. On any trusted phone or computer, open the browser and sign into your Google account. Then visit the page g.co/passkeys and click the option to “start using passkeys.” Voila! The passkey feature is now activated for that account.
If you’re on an Apple device, you’ll first be prompted to set up the Keychain app if you’re not already using it; it securely stores passwords and now passkeys as well.
Next step is to create the actual passkeys that will connect your trusted device. If you’re using an Android phone that’s already logged into your Google account, you’re most of the way there; Android phones are automatically ready to use passkeys, though you still have enable the function first.
On the same Google account page noted above, look for the “Create a passkey” button. Pressing it will open a window and let you create a passkey either on your current device or on another device. There’s no wrong choice; the system will simply notify you if that passkey already exists.
If you’re on a PC that can’t create a passkey, it will open a QR code that you can scan with the ordinary cameras on iPhones and Android devices. You may have to move the phone closer until the message “Set up passkey” appears on the image. Tap that and you’re on your way.
AND THEN WHAT?
From that point on, signing into Google will only require you to enter your email address. If you’ve gotten passkeys set up properly, you’ll simply get a message on your phone or other device asking you to for your fingerprint, your face or a PIN.
Of course, your password is still there. But if passkeys take off, odds are good you won’t be needing it very much. You may even choose to delete it from your account someday.
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2023-05-03T23:47:11+00:00
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seattletimes.com
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https://www.seattletimes.com/business/hate-passwords-youre-in-luck-google-is-sidelining-them/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=RSS_nation-world
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Here & Now‘s Robin Young speaks with Jeffrey Edmonds with the Center for New American Security about Russia’s plan to station tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus, which shares a long border with northern Ukraine.
This article was originally published on WBUR.org.
Copyright 2023 NPR. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org.
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2023-03-27T18:24:21+00:00
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nepm.org
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https://www.nepm.org/2023-03-27/russian-president-putin-plans-to-move-tactical-nuclear-weapons-into-belarus
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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP ("GPM") announces that investors with substantial losses have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit against Opendoor Technologies Inc. ("Opendoor" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: OPEN).
Class Period: December 21, 2020 – September 16, 2022
Lead Plaintiff Deadline: December 6, 2022
If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff of the Opendoor lawsuit, you can submit your contact information at www.glancylaw.com/cases/opendoor-technologies-inc/. You can also contact Charles H. Linehan, of GPM at 310-201-9150, Toll-Free at 888-773-9224, or via email at shareholders@glancylaw.com to learn more about your rights.
The complaint filed alleges that, throughout the Class Period, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) the algorithm used by the Company to make offers for homes could not accurately adjust to changing house prices across different market conditions and economic cycles; (2) as a result, the Company was at an increased risk of sustaining significant and repeated losses due to residential real estate pricing fluctuations; (3) accordingly, Defendants overstated the purported benefits and competitive advantages of the algorithm; and (5) as a result, Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
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To be a member of the class action you need not take any action at this time; you may retain counsel of your choice or take no action and remain an absent member of the class action. If you wish to learn more about this class action, or if you have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to the pending class action lawsuit, please contact Charles Linehan, Esquire, of GPM, 1925 Century Park East, Suite 2100, Los Angeles, California 90067 at 310-201-9150, Toll-Free at 888-773-9224, by email to shareholders@glancylaw.com, or visit our website at www.glancylaw.com. If you inquire by email please include your mailing address, telephone number and number of shares purchased.
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2022-10-26T18:02:56+00:00
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kwtx.com
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https://www.kwtx.com/prnewswire/2022/10/26/open-investors-have-opportunity-lead-opendoor-technologies-inc-securities-fraud-lawsuit/
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EUGENE, Ore. (AP) — Peyton Henry kicked a 43-yard field goal with 51 seconds left and No. 24 Washington snapped No. 6 Oregon's eight-game winning streak with a 37-34 victory Saturday, dealing a blow to the Ducks' chances for a spot in the College Football Playoff.
Michael Penix Jr. threw a 62-yard scoring pass to Taj Davis to tie it at 34 with 3:07 to go after Oregon quarterback Bo Nix limped off the field on the previous series.
Nix returned after Henry's field goal and got the Ducks (9-2, 6-1, No. 6 CFP) to the Washington 38 but the final drive fizzled with a penalty. The Huskies (8-2, 5-2, No. 25 CFP) won in Eugene for the first time since 2016.
Penix threw for 408 yards and two touchdowns as Washington stopped a 13-game losing streak against ranked Oregon teams. The last win was in 2002 when the Huskies beat No. 23 Oregon 42-12. Washington was 0-7 against the Ducks when they’re ranked in the top 10.
Nix fell after a 2-yard run on third-and-5 on the Washington 10 and he limped off the field. Cameron Lewis' 26-yard field goal finished the drive to make it 34-27 with 3:54 left. He was replaced for a series by backup Ty Thompson.
Nix threw for 280 yards and two scores, and ran for 59 yards and another touchdown. The loss snapped a 23-game home winning streak, the third-longest streak in the nation and a win shy of the school record.
Penix went into the game as the national leader in passing yards per game with 359.1. He had a streak of eight straight games with 300 or more yards passing that just ended last week in a victory over Oregon State.
The Huskies scored on their opening series when Penix handed off to Wayne Taulapapa, who dashed 13 yards down the middle for the TD.
The Ducks settled for a 43-yard field goal from Lewis on their first drive. Henry kicked a 30-yarder to make it 10-3 early in the second quarter.
Oregon got to the 1 on the ensuing drive but the snap was fumbled and Washington recovered. The Huskies did not move the ball and instead the Ducks had good field position ahead of Nix's 10-yard TD dash, his 14th of the season, to pull Oregon within 13-10.
After Nix hit Dont’e Thornton with a 46-yard touchdown pass on Oregon’s first drive of the second half for a 17-13 lead, Cameron Davis scored on a 3-yard run to put the Huskies back on top.
Noah Whittington's 29-yard scoring run gave Oregon a 24-20 lead midway through the third. It was a back-and-forth duel the rest of the way.
A 76-yard touchdown pass from Penix to Ja’Lynn Polk gave the Huskies a 27-24 lead in the third quarter. Nix answered with a 67-yard touchdown pass to Troy Franklin.
Jeffrey Bassa’s interception of Penix at the goal line to start the fourth quarter appeared to shift the momentum to the Ducks until Nix's untimely injury.
THE TAKEAWAY
Washington: Washington hasn’t visited Eugene since 2018, when Oregon won 30-27 in overtime. The Huskies got a boost from the full return of linebacker Edefuan Ulofoshio, who missed the first eight games of the season recovering from a knee injury. He saw a few snaps last weekend in the victory over Oregon States.
Oregon: Oregon missed out on going 7-0 in Pac-12 play for the first time since 2019. ... The loss snapped a run that saw Oregon win 16 of the last 18 over the Huskies. In addition to snapping the overall winning streak in Eugene, the loss also snapped a school record 17 straight conference games at home.
UP NEXT
Washington: The Huskies host Colorado next Saturday.
Oregon: The Ducks host No. 13 Utah next Saturday.
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2022-11-13T04:38:54+00:00
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ourmidland.com
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https://www.ourmidland.com/sports/article/No-24-Washington-rallies-late-topples-No-6-17580721.php
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ATLANTA, April 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Aaron's Company, Inc. (NYSE: AAN) today released its first quarter 2023 financial results. Complete financial results are available at investor.aarons.com. Highlights of those results are included below and in the attached supplement.
First Quarter 2023 Consolidated Results:
- Revenues were $554.4 million, an increase of 21.5% due to the BrandsMart acquisition
- Net earnings were $12.8 million, a decrease of 40.6%; Non-GAAP net earnings1 were $20.5 million, a decrease of 25.5%
- Adjusted EBITDA1,2 was $45.9 million, a decrease of 20.7%
- Diluted EPS was $0.41; Non-GAAP diluted EPS1 was $0.66
- Updated 2023 full year outlook; raised EPS and adjusted free cash flow
First Quarter 2023 Key Items:
The Aaron's Company
- Earnings were ahead of internal expectations, due in part to reduced write-offs and continued implementation of improved expense controls, despite lower revenues in both segments
- Reduced net debt by $36.9 million in the quarter primarily due to strong cash provided by operating activities; ended the quarter with cash and cash equivalents of $44.3 million and debt of $222.1 million
Aaron's Business
- Softer tax refund season led to fewer exercises of early purchase options, resulting in lower than expected revenue and a larger than expected lease portfolio size to end the quarter
- Lease decisioning enhancements led to a 170 bps sequential reduction to the provision for lease merchandise write-offs as a percentage of lease revenues & fees
- GenNext stores accounted for approximately 27% of lease revenues & fees and retail sales
- E-commerce revenues increased 12.3% as compared to the prior year quarter and represented 17.9% of lease revenues
BrandsMart
- Earnings exceeded internal expectations despite lower revenues due to continued pressure on customer demand
- First new BrandsMart store planned to open in Augusta, GA in Q4 2023
The Company will host an earnings conference call tomorrow, April 25, 2023, at 8:30 a.m. ET. Chief Executive Officer Douglas A. Lindsay will host the call along with President Steve Olsen and Chief Financial Officer C. Kelly Wall. A live audio webcast of the conference call and presentation slides may be accessed at investor.aarons.com and the hosting website at https://events.q4inc.com/attendee/104089893. A transcript of the webcast will also be available at investor.aarons.com.
About The Aaron's Company, Inc.
Headquartered in Atlanta, The Aaron's Company, Inc. (NYSE: AAN) is a leading, technology-enabled, omnichannel provider of lease-to-own and retail purchase solutions of appliances, electronics, furniture, and other home goods across its brands: Aaron's, BrandsMart U.S.A., BrandsMart Leasing, and Woodhaven. Aaron's offers a direct-to-consumer lease-to-own solution through its approximately 1,260 Company-operated and franchised stores in 47 states and Canada, as well as its e-commerce platform. BrandsMart U.S.A. is one of the leading appliance retailers in the country with ten retail stores in Florida and Georgia, as well as its e-commerce platform. BrandsMart Leasing offers lease-to-own solutions to customers of BrandsMart U.S.A. Woodhaven is the Company's furniture manufacturing division. For more information, visit investor.aarons.com, aarons.com, and brandsmartusa.com.
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2023-04-25T00:15:41+00:00
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mysuncoast.com
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RADNOR, Pa., Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The law firm of Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP (www.ktmc.com) informs investors that a securities class action lawsuit has been filed against Latch, Inc. f/k/a TS Innovation Acquisition Corp. ("Latch") (NASDAQ: LTCH). The action charges Latch with violations of the federal securities laws, including omissions and fraudulent misrepresentations relating to the company's business, operations, and prospects. As a result of Latch's materially misleading statements and omissions to the public, Latch investors have suffered significant losses.
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On August 25, 2022, Latch filed a Form 8-K with the SEC informing investors that the company's Audit Committee and management had determined that Latch's consolidated financial statements for 2021 and the first quarter of 2022 would need to be restated. Latch also disclosed to investors that certain revenue recognition errors occurred as a result of unreported sales arrangements due to sales activity that was inconsistent with the company's internal controls and procedures.
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2022-09-29T13:17:24+00:00
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mysuncoast.com
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Bodies of 4 killed in Alaska helicopter crash are recovered from lake
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Alaska search and rescue divers recovered the bodies of a helicopter pilot and three scientists on Sunday from the sunken wreckage of their aircraft, which went down in a shallow lake last week on the remote North Slope, authorities said.
The cause of the crash is under investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board.
The only way to raise the wreckage will be to use another helicopter because it’s in the middle of one of the many lakes scattered across the vast tundra, said Clint Johnson, the chief of the National Transportation Safety Board’s Alaska region.
“In Alaska, here during the fire season, commercial helicopters are at a premium so we are having challenges getting a helicopter to do the work,” he said Sunday.
The dead were identified by the North Slope Police Department as Ronald Daanen, 51, and Justin Germann, 27, both from Fairbanks; Tori Moore, 26, of South Bend, Indiana; and pilot Bernard “Tony” Higdon, 48, of North Pole, Alaska.
The 1996 Bell 206 helicopter crashed Thursday while transporting the Alaska Department of Natural Resources staff while they conducted fieldwork in the area. They were members of the Division of Geological and Geophysical Survey. The helicopter is owned by Maritime Helicopters.
The wreckage was found near the small coastal town of Wainwright, which is about 50 miles (80 kilometers) south of Utqiagvik — the northernmost city in the U.S., formerly known as Barrow. The flight originated in Utqiagvik and was supposed to return there.
Volunteers from the Alaska Dive Search, Rescue, and Recovery team arrived at the crash site around 10:45 p.m. Saturday and recovered the bodies about 6 a.m. Sunday.
Authorities have said the the aircraft likely will not be raised from the middle of the 1-mile-wide (1.6-kilometer) lake until Monday or Tuesday, given the lack of available helicopters.
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2023-07-23T23:05:15+00:00
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live5news.com
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https://www.live5news.com/2023/07/23/bodies-4-killed-alaska-helicopter-crash-are-recovered-lake/
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BEXAR COUNTY, Texas – A man has been arrested after allegedly pointing a handgun at a mother and son during a road rage incident near the intersection of Bandera Road and Loop 1604.
Eric Hargrove, 36, was arrested Thursday on two charges of second-degree felony aggravated assault with a deadly weapon for the incident, which took place around 7:30 a.m. on May 12.
The victim called police and said a man, later identified as Hargrove, was driving a white Dodge Durango and pointed a handgun at her and her son while she was on her way to drop her son off at school.
During an interview with police, the woman said she was driving in the left lane on Bandera Road toward Loop 1604 when a white SUV started tailgating her. She told police she moved to the right lane and that the SUV followed her, continuing to tailgate.
Hargrove also spoke with police following the incident and he said he thought the woman was going to pass the vehicles while in the right lane so that’s why he followed her.
The woman told police she then tapped her brakes in an attempt to get the SUV to back away but it didn’t work so she slowed down until the SUV passed her in the left lane.
Hargrove told police the woman sped up and slowed down multiple times and when he was finally able to pass her, she was waving her hands.
The victim said when the man driving the SUV finally passed her, he was pointing a gun at her vehicle. She said she feared for her safety and yelled for her son to get down, an arrest warrant affidavit states.
Police interviewed the juvenile victim who also stated that he saw Hargrove point a gun at him and his mother before driving away.
The victims then came up to a stop light at Bandera Road and Loop 1604 and the woman drove on the shoulder and approached the SUV, which was back in the right lane. The woman told police she wanted to take pictures so she could have evidence of the incident, according to the affidavit.
While taking photos, the victim told police Hargrove pointed the gun at her again and yelled “I’ll kill you b****,” so she drove away and disregarded a red light.
During Hargrove’s interview, he said he grabbed his gun when he saw the woman approach his vehicle and stop next to him. He said he yelled at her to “keep going” and claimed that he waved the gun to signal to the woman that she needed to pass him.
Hargrove told police he never pointed the gun at the victims directly or threatened to kill the victim and that he was just driving to his job at the Toyota Plant.
According to the affidavit, the victim provided photos to police and officers identified Hargrove as the driver of the SUV.
Court records show Hargrove is still in jail. He does not have any prior charges in Bexar County.
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2023-05-19T18:05:36+00:00
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ksat.com
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https://www.ksat.com/news/local/2023/05/19/man-pointed-handgun-at-mother-and-son-during-road-rage-incident-on-northwest-side-affidavit-alleges/
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NEW YORK (AP) — The U.S. Department of Justice on Monday announced criminal charges against seven Haitian gang leaders for the kidnappings of numerous U.S. citizens, including Christian missionaries and children.
The missionaries were part of a group of 16 U.S. citizens, most of whom were held captive for 61 days before escaping. The group included five children, the Justice Department said in a news release.
The Department of State announced a $1 million reward Monday for each of the three gang members who they say were responsible for that kidnapping: Lanmo Sanjou, aka Joseph Wilson; and Jermaine Stephenson, aka Gaspiyay, both current leaders of the 400 Mawozo gang; and Vitel’homme Innocent, leader of the Kraze Barye gang. All three have been charged with conspiracy to commit hostage-taking and hostage-taking.
The missionaries, who were serving near Port-au-Prince, were abducted on Oct. 16, 2021, the Justice Department said. Two of the hostages were released in late November and three more were released in early December. The remaining hostages escaped captivity in mid-December, the department said.
The United Nations estimates that gangs control about 60% of Port-au-Prince, acting with violence and setting homes on fire as they fight to control more territory in the wake of the July 2021 assassination of President Jovenel Moïse.
The Justice Department also announced charges Monday against four leaders of three other Haitian gangs who prosecutors say kidnapped other U.S. citizens in the country.
Renel Destina, aka Ti Lapli, leader of the gang Gran Ravine, was indicted on charges of hostage taking for the 14-day kidnapping of a U.S citizen in February 2021.
“The victim was threatened daily at gunpoint, while his family scrambled to secure funds for release,” the Justice Department said. The victim was released on Feb. 16, 2021, after a ransom was paid.
Emanuel Solomon, aka Manno, a leader of the gang Village de Dieu, was charged with kidnapping a U.S. citizen in January 2021. The victim was held for about 11 days until his family and friends in the United States sent a ransom payment, the department said.
John Peter Fleronvil and Jean Renald Dolcin, two leaders of the gang Kokorat san Ras, were charged with the armed kidnapping of three U.S. citizens in July. Two of the victims were a married couple and a third was taken captive the day after and held in the same location. They were all released following ransom payments.
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2022-11-07T22:07:36+00:00
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seattletimes.com
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https://www.seattletimes.com/nation-world/nation/haitian-gang-members-charged-with-missionaries-kidnapping/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=RSS_all
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ALLEN PARK -- Some are concerned whether Anthony Richardson is the right fit for the Detroit Lions. Daniel Jeremiah says they’ll be lucky if the Florida quarterback is still there for them to take at all.
The NFL Network draft analyst projected Detroit to take the Florida quarterback with the 18th overall pick in his first mock draft this week. Then he took some calls from around the league, and now says there is a belief Richardson will be long gone by then.
“Just making calls the last couple days, I don’t think he’ll even get there,” Jeremiah said during a teleconference on Friday afternoon.
But if he is still there?
Jeremiah says the time is now for the Lions to roll the dice on their quarterback of the future.
“I think sometimes when you have those two picks, I don’t want to say it’s a luxury, because you’re trying to get good players,” Jeremiah said. “But when you look at the landscape of the NFL right now and you look at the high-, high-end quarterback play, this gives you an opportunity to take a shot on one of those guys who could be that. He’s not at that level right now, but ceiling-wise, with him and Jared Goff, his ceiling is immensely higher. Jared is a solid, steady player right now, he’s playing winning football, but I think there is a ceiling on him. With Anthony Richardson, you don’t have a ceiling. That’s why I think you’ll see him go (earlier than expected).”
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Goff has been surprisingly good since arriving in the Matthew Stafford trade two offseasons ago. He had played poorly in his final years in Los Angeles and turned over the football more than any other player in the league. L.A. packaged him with three draft picks -- including two first-rounders -- to convince Detroit to take him on, and that contract too.
By the end of his first season in Detroit, Goff was playing like one of the best quarterbacks in the league. In Year 2, he was one of the best quarterbacks in the league. Goff threw for the sixth-most yards and the fifth-most touchdowns, while slotting between Joe Burrow and Josh Allen in passer rating (seventh). He also didn’t throw a single pick on his final 324 passes of the season, the fifth-longest streak in NFL history. He was named to the Pro Bowl as an alternate for his efforts.
Two days after the season ended in Green Bay, general manager Brad Holmes said Goff was the starter for 2023.
“I do think that Jared has proven to everybody that he is a starting quarterback for us,” Holmes said.
No doubt about it. Then again, that comment was in response to a question about whether Detroit should still look to upgrade at quarterback anyway, and perhaps even in the first round, despite Goff handling that position so capably last season. Holmes said he’s on board with that approach, too.
“I think there is a lot of merit and a lot of proof behind (taking a quarterback despite already having one),” Holmes said. “We see countless examples of guys that were drafted high, obviously Patrick Mahomes comes up right off the bat, and them trading up and taking (Mahomes) high in Kansas City. But you can go back to the guy we just got done playing in Aaron Rodgers. So there’s a lot of proof in the pudding behind taking that approach, and I don’t see anything wrong with it. It’s a premium position. They don’t grow on trees. They’re really hard to find.
“I’m not against that philosophy at all of drafting one and letting him sit and kind of see what you got.”
Goff has been unexpectedly good in Detroit, there’s no doubt about that. But the question at hand is whether he’s the right quarterback to turn the Lions into what they want to become -- consistent winners for the long haul. Maybe he is. He did it before in L.A. after all, before it fell apart.
But his mobility is such that he’ll never stack up with the elite quarterbacks in today’s NFL, and that could put a ceiling on how far the Lions can go with him under center. Richardson, on the other hand, was one of the most electric dual-threat quarterbacks in college football last season. He ran 103 times for 654 yards and eight touchdowns, in addition to the 2,549 yards and 17 touchdowns for which he threw. That guy -- all 6-foot-4 and 232 pounds of him -- has every physical tool to turn into one of the biggest stars in the league.
On his best days, Anthony Richardson looks like a No. 1 pick. But there were plenty of days when he wasn’t at his best, too. In his lone season as the full-time starter, Richardson completed just 53.8% of his passes and had nine picks in 12 games. He’ll be a project at the next level, and any team investing in him will need a long-term plan in place for his development.
Detroit could offer such an opportunity. Goff is under contract for two more years, which would allow Richardson to sit on the bench for as long as it takes for him to develop. Then when the kid is ready to go, Detroit could move on from Goff rather than pay him the $45 million annually that he’ll command in his next contract.
If, of course, the kid is ever ready to go.
It’s always a risk to draft a quarterback no matter how early you do it. Even top-five picks are a coin flip to pan out. With a good, proven quarterback already under contract in Jared Goff, perhaps it makes more sense for the Lions to pass on that risk and continue building out the roster instead. But any team willing to take on that risk will have a shot at hitting a jackpot that could change their entire trajectory.
“We can look at the numbers and it doesn’t look great on paper,” Jeremiah said. “You look at the accuracy, this, that and the other, (but) he’s got elite, elite arm strength. He’s a rare athlete. You don’t see quarterbacks running away from LSU with 80-yard touchdown runs. He’s got a big-time, big-time ceiling, big-time ability.
“If you want to fall in love with Anthony Richardson, you pop on Utah and you think he’s the first pick in the draft. Even Missouri, he makes some big-time plays in that game. I know it’s a little bit of a rollercoaster, I know he hasn’t played a ton, but teams are starting to look at some of these quarterbacks as lottery tickets and this one has the biggest payout. That’s why I think you’ll see Richardson go pretty high.”
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2023-02-24T19:52:43+00:00
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mlive.com
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https://www.mlive.com/lions/2023/02/daniel-jeremiah-anthony-richardsons-ceiling-immensely-higher-than-jared-goff.html
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Despite the continuing rise in opioid overdose deaths, one of the most effective treatments for opioid addiction is still drastically underprescribed in the United States, especially for Black patients, according to a large new study.
From 2016 through 2019, scarcely more than 20% of patients diagnosed with opioid use disorder filled prescriptions for buprenorphine, the medication considered the gold standard in opioid addiction treatment, despite repeated visits to health care providers, according to the study, which was published Wednesday in the New England Journal of Medicine. Within six months following a high-risk event like an overdose, white patients filled buprenorphine prescriptions up to 80% more often than Black patients, and up to 25% more often than Latino patients, the study found. Rates of use for methadone, another effective treatment, were generally even lower.
“It was disheartening to see that buprenorphine or methadone treatments were so low, even among patients who just left the hospital with an overdose or other addiction-related issue,” said Dr. Michael L. Barnett, the lead author, who teaches health policy and management at Harvard. “And not only that, but people of color received lifesaving treatment at a fraction of the rate that white patients did.”
Access to medical care, a reason often used to explain racial disparities in treatment, was not necessarily at work here, said Barnett, an associate professor at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Noting that all the patients regardless of race encountered doctors roughly once a month, he said, “There are two mechanisms left that could explain disparities this large. One is where people of color get their health care, which we know is highly segregated, and another is racial differences in patient trust and demand for buprenorphine.“
Buprenorphine, often marketed under the brand name Suboxone, is a synthetic opioid that satisfies a patient’s cravings for other opioids and prevents withdrawal, without providing a high. It was approved for addiction treatment by the Food and Drug Administration more than two decades ago, but it still faces some resistance and stigma because it, too, is an opioid.
In the study, researchers from public health programs at Harvard and Dartmouth examined claims filed through Medicare’s disability program for prescriptions of buprenorphine and other addiction treatment drugs. The claims, for 23,370 patients nationwide, were filed during the six months following an episode during which a health care provider had determined they had opioid use disorder.
These patients represented a vulnerable population. They qualified for Medicare either because of a mental health disability or a physical one, typically arthritis or back pain. Most were also poor enough to be eligible for Medicaid.
Researchers did not examine the number of prescriptions actually written and compare them to those that were filled. But the findings suggested that far fewer prescriptions were being written than were needed across all racial groups: In the study, only 12.7% of Black patients received any buprenorphine in the six months after the precipitating event, compared with 18.7% of Latino patients and 23.3% of white patients.
Those Black patients also received supplies for fewer days at a time, and maintained the buprenorphine regimen for shorter durations, than Latino and white patients.
In another finding causing concern, patients in the study filled prescriptions at higher rates for medications known to be life-threatening for people addicted to opioids than they filled prescriptions for the lifesaving medicines. Those problematic medications included painkillers and anti-anxiety drugs which, particularly in conjunction with street opioids, can slow breathing and blood pressure to dangerous levels.
Nearly a quarter of the patients filled prescriptions for opioid painkillers, a troubling finding because during encounters with doctors they had already indicated a dependence on opioids. Rates of filled prescriptions for benzodiazepines, like Xanax, Valium and Ativan, differed by race: 23.4% among Black patients, 29.6% among Latinos and 37.1% of white patients — all of which far exceeded rates of the patients’ acquisition of buprenorphine.
“A lot of these patients have chronic pain, for which they are receiving opioids, and they might have mental health comorbidities like anxiety that they might be getting benzos for, ” Barnett said. “Very often these patients will end up with more than one controlled substance, sometimes to counteract side effects from another. It’s a complex mix. But we know for sure that these meds are a very bad combination together.”
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2023-05-11T04:34:36+00:00
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seattletimes.com
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https://www.seattletimes.com/nation-world/nation/addiction-treatment-medicine-is-vastly-underprescribed-especially-by-race-study-finds/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=RSS_seattle-news
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AMHERST, Mass. — “Here is our ‘Wizard of Oz’ moment,” a guide said on a recent afternoon, before opening a door and stepping into the front foyer of the Emily Dickinson Museum.
It’s not a comment you expect at the former family home of a poet cemented in the public imagination as the reclusive woman in white. But then Dickinson isn’t who she used to be, either.
Three years ago, the Apple TV+ show “Dickinson” gave her a 21st-century update — a fanciful postmodern mashup that many scholars embraced as true to the poet’s radical spirit. And now, the museum has reopened after a two-year, $2.5 million renovation that restores the once-austere, sparsely decorated interiors to their richly furnished, almost Technicolor 1850s glory.
The spiffying-up — the latest stage of a long-range plan — includes hand-painted moldings, re-created wallpaper and carpets exploding with quasi-psychedelic flowers. And throughout, there’s a seamless blend of pieces from the Dickinson family and selections from a large trove of antique furnishings and props donated last year, in an unexpected twist, by the Apple show.
“People come here with preconceived notions,” the guide, Melissa Cybulski, said, stepping into the front parlor, where ladybugs were flitting by a window. (“Very Emily,” she said.)
“They know the myth: that she was odd, she was reclusive, she never married, she always wore white, she was obsessed with death — what was wrong with her?” Cybulski continued. “But hers was a full-color life.”
Few writers’ work is as intertwined with a place as Dickinson’s is with the yellow brick house at 280 Main St., not far from Amherst College. She was born here in 1830, and she died here in 1886. And it was here where she wrote her more than 1,800 enigmatic, radically experimental poems — and where her sister, Lavinia Dickinson, discovered roughly 1,100 of them in a locked chest of drawers after her death, copied out neatly into hand-sewn books known as fascicles.
Even before it became a full-time museum in the 1990s, the house was a pilgrimage site, with visitors regularly knocking on the door (or simply coming in unannounced). And in the 21st century, interest has continued to grow.
Since 2001, visitorship has increased from about 7,000 people a year to about 15,000 before the pandemic, Jane Wald, the museum’s executive director, said in an interview. And even before the reopening in August, she said, its online programs showed a growing younger audience, including from the LGBTQ community. (The show presents Dickinson as sexually fluid, involved with both male suitors and her best friend and sister-in-law, Susan Dickinson — an idea supported by some scholars.)
The show, Wald said, “has motivated a new audience and also opened the window of possibility for our traditional core audience.”
But even before that, Wald said, the house’s mission had shifted toward a more expansive approach, as reflected in its current mission statement: “to spark the imagination by amplifying Emily Dickinson’s revolutionary poetic voice from the place she called home.”
The museum actually consists of two houses, joined together in 2003, following one of the more tangled and contentious sagas in American literary history, known in Dickinson circles as “the war between the houses.”
Across the generous lawn from the Homestead (as the main house is known) sits the Evergreens, an Italianate mansion built for her brother, Austin Dickinson, and his wife, Susan. After Emily’s death, Lavinia gave her manuscripts to Susan to organize for publication. But when she took too long, they went to writer Mabel Loomis Todd, Austin’s mistress, who helped edit the first published collection of Dickinson’s poetry.
What followed was a complex, multigenerational feud over the fate of her manuscripts and other artifacts. (The manuscripts ended up split between Amherst College and Harvard University, which today claims copyright over the text of all Dickinson’s poems, letters and manuscripts.)
The Homestead was sold out of the family in 1916, and then bought in 1965 by Amherst College, which used it as faculty housing (with the stipulation that the faculty member’s spouse curate the house and welcome some visitors).
The Evergreens, meanwhile, was almost torn down, in accordance with the will of Dickinson’s niece Martha Dickinson.
“She didn’t want to see it covered with Amherst College football memorabilia,” Wald said, as had happened to other stately residences turned into fraternity houses at the college.
When Martha died in 1943, the Evergreens passed to her friend Alfred Hampson, and then to his widow, Mary, who lived there until 1988, keeping it as a shrine and rarely admitting visitors. Amherst acquired the house in 2003, after a court ruling spared it from the wrecking ball.
Today, the Evergreens (currently closed to the public for repairs) remains a magnificently decrepit time capsule, complete with crumbling plaster, heaps of threadbare furniture and faded squares on the walls where pictures once hung. The Homestead, by contrast, looks shelter-magazine ready, down to the pine cones placed artfully on chairs (to discourage unauthorized sitting).
The house is presented as it might have looked in 1855, when the Dickinsons moved back in following a period of financial hardship, and when Emily, then 25, began her most productive period.
The downstairs library, the first stop on the tour, gives a sense of the literary culture Dickinson emerged out of. Copies of The Springfield Daily Republican (where a handful of her poems were published anonymously in her lifetime) and The Atlantic Monthly sit on the tables, as if just put down.
To re-create the 1850s decor, the museum’s researchers did paint-chip analyses and searched for wallpaper scraps left near baseboards and windows. (In the library, Cybulski flipped open a hidden panel in the newly papered wall to reveal a surprise discovery: a psychedelic rainbow of faded wallcovering from the 1830s.)
They also drew on clues found in family letters and other documents. Wald quoted editor Thomas Wentworth Higginson’s evocative (if vague) description of the Dickinson parlor: “cool, stiffish and dark.”
Other clues were a bit more helpful. Martha had described the parlor as having a Brussels carpet, with baskets of flowers spilling out to the corners of the room.
“We searched and searched for months to find something that matched that description,” Wald said. Then, in the archives of a mill in Britain, they located a pattern that matched the date. It hadn’t been woven in more than 100 years.
The house is also furnished with Dickinson’s poetry, in sometimes subtle ways, starting with a sign in the bathroom exhorting visitors not to flush unauthorized paper (“What I can do — I will-/Though it be little as a Daffodil -”). Throughout the rooms are facsimiles of Dickinson’s manuscripts, including poems embedded in letters, written on envelopes and scraps, even inscribed on candy wrappers.
Upstairs in a room dedicated to her verse, Cybulski used an interactive wall panel to demonstrate how Dickinson’s manuscripts often included alternate word choices.
Dickinson “had such freedom in not publishing,” Cybulski said. “She could leave all those variants in.”
Then it was time to enter the sanctum: Dickinson’s bedroom.
Inside the rose-wallpapered room (restored in 2015) was a (tiny) dressmaker’s dummy wearing a reproduction of one of her famous white dresses and, across the bed, her brightly patterned shawl. A reproduction of her writing desk (the original is at Harvard) sat at the west-facing window, in accordance with Martha’s recollections.
Previously, tours of the house ended here. But now, for the first time, visitors can also see the small back bedroom where Dickinson’s mother lived for nine years after suffering a paralyzing stroke, tended by Emily, Lavinia and the family’s Irish maid, Margaret Maher.
The room is connected to Dickinson’s by a hidden corridor, emphasizing a less noted role Dickinson played in her lifetime: caregiver.
At the end of the tour, Cybulski led visitors down the stairs out the backdoor, where Dickinson’s own coffin was carried out to nearby West Cemetery in 1886. The inscription on her gravestone is simple: “Called back.”
The crowds that still flock to Amherst, Wald said, show how much the voice of this radical 19th-century writer still calls forward. She said she hoped the house offered each visitor a way into poetry, and “to tapping their own creativity.”
“Because that’s what Emily Dickinson did,” Wald said. “She found a voice inside herself.”
This article originally appeared in The New York Times.
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2023-01-12T17:44:16+00:00
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chicagotribune.com
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https://www.chicagotribune.com/travel/ct-travel-sns-bc-dickinson-museum-art-nyt-20230112-vzibonydpne2fhlkry7nd4alpe-story.html
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HOUSTON (AP) — Astros first baseman Yuli Gurriel will miss the rest of the World Series after spraining his right knee in Game 5, an injury that led to the surprise activation of rookie catcher Korey Lee.
“He wasn’t crying, but he had tears in his eyes,” Astros manager Dusty Baker said of Gurriel. “You could tell how badly that he wanted to play. We just couldn’t do it and had to replace him.”
Gurriel collided with Philadelphia first baseman Rhys Hoskins during a rundown between third base and home plate on Chas McCormick’s seven-inning grounder during Thursday night’s 3-2 win, taking a knee to his head. Trey Mancini hit for Gurriel in the eighth.
“He tried everything,” Baker said. “He came in yesterday, got treatment. Came in this morning early, got treatment. Didn’t respond well enough to play. He tried to run. And from a guy who had knee injuries, the hardest thing to do is to stop and then to round the bases or have lateral movement.”
General manager James Click said Gurriel was diagnosed with a sprained medial collateral ligament.
Mancini, 0 for 18 in the postseason and 0 for 6 in the World Series, was starting at first base and hitting seventh in Game 6 on Saturday night. Christian Vázquez was the designated hitter and batting sixth.
Houston holds a 3-2 World Series lead. Click said the Astros considered leaving Gurriel on the roster in case he felt better on Sunday, when a Game 7 would be played.
“But it was obvious from how he was moving and from talking to him that he would not be available today or tomorrow,” Clicks said. “We did think about waiting 24 hours to see if maybe he would be available tomorrow if we end up playing tomorrow. But based on the diagnosis, that was not a possibility.”
The 38-year-old Gurriel hit .347 with two homers and four RBIs in the postseason, including .316 during the World Series.
“Yuli’s been one of our best hitters in the postseason, so, obviously, it stinks not having him,” McCormick said.
Lee was called into Baker’s office when the 24-year-old arrived at Minute Maid Park about four hours before game time. Lee’s parents, Lisa and Darrin, brother Kellen and girlfriend had flown in for the game.
“I haven’t told them yet,” Lee said. “Hopefully they’re going to get surprised when they get here.”
Lee was a first-round draft pick in 2019 and made his major league debut on July 1. He hit .160 (4 for 25) with four RBIs in 12 games with the Astros from July 1-31 after Jason Castro hurt his left knee. Lee hit .238 with 25 homers and 76 RBIs in 104 games at Triple-A Sugar Land, homering three times at Las Vegas on Aug. 23.
“It’s unbelievable,” Lee said. “It’s a dream come true.”
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AP Sports Writer Kristie Rieken contributed to this report.
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2022-11-06T14:56:34+00:00
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wnct.com
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https://www.wnct.com/sports/mlb/ap-houston-1b-yuli-gurriel-out-for-rest-of-world-series/
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Pfizer’s updated COVID-19 booster significantly revved up adults’ virus-fighting antibodies, the company said Friday, releasing early findings from a rigorous study of the new shots.
Booster doses tweaked to target the most common omicron strain rolled out in early September, and the Food and Drug Administration said the latest data should spur more Americans to get one — especially before another expected wave of cases as people travel for Thanksgiving.
Pfizer said people 55 and older who got the omicron-targeting booster had four-fold higher antibody levels than those given an extra dose of the original vaccine.
With many Americans reluctant to roll up their sleeves again, perhaps the better question is how the new booster compares to going without another dose.
A hint: A month after receiving the new booster, antibody levels in people 55 and older had jumped 13 times higher than before the extra dose. Younger adults saw a 9.5-fold jump, Pfizer and its partner BioNTech said. It had been about 11 months since the study participants’ last vaccination.
It’s too soon to know how much real-world protection the antibody boost translates into — and how long it will last. The results are preliminary, the study is still underway and infection-fighting antibodies naturally wane over time.
Still, the FDA had cleared the updated boosters without first requiring testing in people, basing the decision on studies of a similarly tweaked vaccine — against an earlier omicron strain — rather than the exact recipe.
So the new data “reassures us that this was a good decision to move to this bivalent vaccine,” FDA vaccine chief Dr. Peter Marks told The Associated Press. “Right now is the time for people to consider going out and get the updated” booster.
Health experts say it’s shaping up to be a rough winter. Flu season is starting unusually early and harsh, children’s hospitals are packed with another respiratory illness named RSV, and COVID-19 cases again are expected to rise with holiday gatherings.
The original COVID-19 vaccines still offer strong protection against severe illness and death, especially among younger and healthier people who’ve gotten at least one booster — a reason for anyone who hasn’t gotten their first set of shots to do so. But effectiveness drops as new mutants emerge and more time passes since someone’s last shot.
The updated doses are combination shots, tailored to offer a boost of protection against both the original coronavirus strain and the dominant BA.5 strain. Pfizer’s shot is available for anyone 5 or older. Moderna’s version of the updated booster is for those 6 and older.
About 26.3 million Americans have gotten an updated booster since they rolled out in early September, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Some small studies have recently raised questions about how much advantage the updated boosters will offer rather than just getting another dose of the original vaccine.
Pfizer’s early findings compared several dozen younger and older adults given the bivalent booster with a group who received a fourth dose of the company’s original vaccine.
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The Associated Press Health and Science Department receives support from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute’s Department of Science Education. The AP is solely responsible for all content.
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2022-11-04T19:20:57+00:00
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wjhl.com
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https://www.wjhl.com/science/ap-science/ap-pfizer-study-says-updated-covid-boosters-rev-up-protection/
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Despite surviving a no confidence vote, Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi has resigned. He said he won't govern without 100% support in his coalition, after some parties abstained from voting.
Copyright 2022 NPR
Despite surviving a no confidence vote, Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi has resigned. He said he won't govern without 100% support in his coalition, after some parties abstained from voting.
Copyright 2022 NPR
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2022-07-21T21:21:32+00:00
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kpcc.org
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https://www.kpcc.org/2022-07-21/italian-prime-minister-mario-draghi-resigns-despite-surviving-a-no-confidence-vote
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ROCKY RIVER, Ohio (WJW) — A longtime Cleveland attorney’s Maserati was stolen and then crashed by the carjackers, and all of it was caught on video.
“I’m still stunned, shocked. I can’t believe this happened to me,” said the 59-year-old lawyer, who did not want to be identified.
He said he was getting gas on the evening of June 19 and decided to grab a couple of items from the station’s carry-out.
He didn’t notice a sedan that pulled into the station and then backed up, parking unusually close to his 2019 Maserati SUV.
“I came back out and instantly sensed something was wrong, but I didn’t follow my instincts,” he said.
After he got into his SUV, it became clear why the four teens in the sedan parked so close.
“One of them slammed the door into my car, and I was stunned. I got back out and he stuck a handgun to my stomach and said, “Your car or your life,'” he said.
Surveillance video shows the longtime lawyer struggling with the gunman, who quickly grabbed his keys from his pocket.
The gunman’s three accomplices jumped out of the car and started to surround the SUV.
“I knew I was outnumbered and instinct … said ‘run,’” he said.
He retreated to the carry-out where he locked the front door and shouted for the clerk to call police.
It took the suspects a while to figure out how to operate the Maserati, but they eventually did and drove away heading for the interstate.
“Helpless, nothing I could do, and it happened all in 30 seconds,” said the car owner said. “They didn’t care, you could see it in their eyes. It was heartless.”
After filing a police report that night, the attorney was stunned when detectives contacted him days later and told him that his Maserati was totaled in a high-speed crash in Cleveland.
That incident was also captured by surveillance cameras.
Police said the suspects thought a security guard who was following the SUV was an undercover police officer, so they sped away smashing into four cars and a utility pole before running away.
“There was no purpose to this crime, and they didn’t gain any value,” the carjacking victim said. “They were joyriding and destroyed a vehicle that was very dear to me. I’d just gotten it.”
Investigators say a break in the case came when they discovered that the car driven by the suspects to Rocky River on the night of the carjacking had been stolen days earlier from a food delivery driver.
Police said one of the suspects used his actual street nickname to place a bogus order that summoned the driver from a food delivery service to the carjackers’ neighborhood.
That, police said, led to the identification of the 17-year-old gunman, his three accomplices, and their roles in a series of carjackings and robberies.
The attorney says the carjacking has had a profound impact on his life.
“I’ve slept with a handgun next to my bed with my doors dead-bolted,” he said. “Wherever you are — gas station, grocery store, department store — and you see a car next to your car very close with several individuals, walk away, go back in, wait for them to leave or call the police.”
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2023-07-20T16:09:37+00:00
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kfor.com
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https://kfor.com/news/nexstar-media-wire/heartless-video-shows-carjackers-take-mans-maserati-then-total-it/
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TX Fort Worth TX Zone Forecast for Friday, June 10, 2022
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Zone Forecast Product for Texas
National Weather Service Fort Worth TX
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
TXZ119-112115-
Dallas-
Including the city of Dallas
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
...OZONE ACTION DAY IN EFFECT FOR TODAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 107.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
around 10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 104. South winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 109 in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 10 to
15 mph, increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon. Heat index
values up to 105.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. Heat
index values up to 105.
$$
TXZ118-112115-
Tarrant-
Including the cities of Fort Worth and Arlington
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
...OZONE ACTION DAY IN EFFECT FOR TODAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 107.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 104. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph, becoming south 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon. Heat index
values up to 108 in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 10 to
15 mph, increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. Heat index
values up to 105.
$$
TXZ159-112115-
McLennan-
Including the city of Waco
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 103. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 107.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 104. South winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 107.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 10 to
20 mph, becoming 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon. Heat index values
up to 105.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. Heat index values up
to 105.
$$
TXZ158-112115-
Bell-
Including the cities of Killeen, Temple, and Fort Hood
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 103. South winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 104. South winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 10 to
20 mph, becoming 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon. Heat index values
up to 105.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, breezy, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. Heat index values up
to 105.
$$
TXZ104-112115-
Collin-
Including the cities of Plano, McKinney, Allen, and Frisco
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
...OZONE ACTION DAY IN EFFECT FOR TODAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
around 10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph, becoming south 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon. Heat index
values up to 109 in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
10 to 15 mph, increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
$$
TXZ103-112115-
Denton-
Including the cities of Carrollton, Denton, Lewisville,
and Flower Mound
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
...OZONE ACTION DAY IN EFFECT FOR TODAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 5 to
10 mph, becoming southwest 10 to 15 mph this afternoon. Heat
index values up to 107.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
around 10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph, becoming south 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon. Heat index
values up to 108 in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
10 to 15 mph, increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, breezy with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
$$
TXZ093-112115-
Grayson-
Including the cities of Sherman and Denison
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 108 in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
$$
TXZ092-112115-
Cooke-
Including the city of Gainesville
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. South winds 10 to
15 mph, increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
$$
TXZ091-112115-
Montague-
Including the cities of Bowie and Nocona
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. South winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 107.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
$$
TXZ102-112115-
Wise-
Including the cities of Decatur and Bridgeport
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
...OZONE ACTION DAY IN EFFECT FOR TODAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. South winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 107.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
10 to 15 mph, increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
$$
TXZ101-112115-
Jack-
Including the city of Jacksboro
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 103. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 104. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds around
10 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
$$
TXZ100-112115-
Young-
Including the cities of Graham and Olney
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 104. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 106. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. South winds 10 to
15 mph, increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
$$
TXZ115-112115-
Stephens-
Including the city of Breckenridge
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 104. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 106. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph, becoming south 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. South winds 10 to
20 mph, becoming 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ116-112115-
Palo Pinto-
Including the city of Mineral Wells
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 104. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 106. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 10 to
15 mph, increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ117-112115-
Parker-
Including the cities of Weatherford and Briar
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
...OZONE ACTION DAY IN EFFECT FOR TODAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 103. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 104. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph, becoming south 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon. Heat index
values up to 107.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 10 to
20 mph, becoming 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
$$
TXZ131-112115-
Hood-
Including the cities of Granbury and Oak Trail Shores
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
...OZONE ACTION DAY IN EFFECT FOR TODAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 103. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
around 10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 106. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph, becoming south 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon. Heat index
values up to 108 in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 10 to
15 mph, increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, breezy, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ132-112115-
Somervell-
Including the city of Glen Rose
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 103. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
around 10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 106. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph, becoming south 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. South winds 10 to
15 mph, increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, breezy, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ130-112115-
Erath-
Including the cities of Stephenville and Dublin
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph, becoming southwest 10 to 15 mph after midnight.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 105. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 10 to
15 mph, increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ129-112115-
Eastland-
Including the cities of Cisco, Eastland, Ranger, and Gorman
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...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.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 105. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 10 to
20 mph, becoming 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the lower 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
$$
TXZ141-112115-
Comanche-
Including the cities of Comanche and De Leon
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph, diminishing to 5 to 10 mph this afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph, increasing to 10 to 15 mph after midnight.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 105. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 10 to
15 mph, increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ142-112115-
Mills-
Including the city of Goldthwaite
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 105. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 10 to
20 mph, becoming 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, breezy, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s.
.THURSDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ156-112115-
Lampasas-
Including the city of Lampasas
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 105. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 10 to
15 mph, increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ157-112115-
Coryell-
Including the cities of Copperas Cove and Gatesville
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 104. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 10 to
15 mph, increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ143-112115-
Hamilton-
Including the cities of Hamilton and Hico
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 105. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 10 to
20 mph, becoming 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, breezy, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ144-112115-
Bosque-
Including the cities of Clifton, Meridian, and Valley Mills
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 105. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph, becoming south 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 10 to
15 mph, increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, breezy, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ133-112115-
Johnson-
Including the cities of Cleburne and Burleson
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
...OZONE ACTION DAY IN EFFECT FOR TODAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph, increasing to 10 to 15 mph this afternoon. Heat index
values up to 106.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 105. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph, becoming south 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 10 to
15 mph, increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, breezy, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
$$
TXZ134-112115-
Ellis-
Including the cities of Waxahachie, Ennis, and Midlothian
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
...OZONE ACTION DAY IN EFFECT FOR TODAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
around 10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 103. South winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 108 in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 10 to
15 mph, increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. Heat
index values up to 105.
$$
TXZ145-112115-
Hill-
Including the city of Hillsboro
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 104. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 10 to
20 mph, becoming 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, breezy, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ146-112115-
Navarro-
Including the city of Corsicana
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph, increasing to 10 to 15 mph after midnight.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. South winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 107.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph, increasing to 10 to 15 mph after midnight.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. Heat
index values up to 105.
$$
TXZ161-112115-
Limestone-
Including the cities of Mexia and Groesbeck
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly
clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. South winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
around 10 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. Heat
index values up to 105.
$$
TXZ160-112115-
Falls-
Including the city of Marlin
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 103. South winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 107.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
around 10 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 10 to
15 mph, increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon. Heat index
values up to 106.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. Heat
index values up to 105.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. Heat
index values up to 105.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100. Heat index
values up to 105.
$$
TXZ174-112115-
Milam-
Including the cities of Cameron and Rockdale
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 103. South winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 107.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
10 to 15 mph, diminishing to 5 to 10 mph after midnight.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 10 to
15 mph, increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon. Heat index
values up to 105.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. Heat
index values up to 105.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. Heat index values up
to 105.
$$
TXZ175-112115-
Robertson-
Including the cities of Hearne, Franklin, and Calvert
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. South winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 108 in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. Heat
index values up to 105.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100. Heat index
values up to 105.
$$
TXZ162-112115-
Leon-
Including the cities of Buffalo, Centerville, Jewett, Normangee,
and Oakwood
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. Southwest winds
5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 108 in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
10 to 15 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Heat index values
up to 105.
$$
TXZ147-112115-
Freestone-
Including the cities of Teague, Fairfield, and Wortham
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then clearing. Lows in
the mid 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph, becoming south 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon. Heat index
values up to 107.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
10 to 15 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. Heat
index values up to 105.
$$
TXZ148-112115-
Anderson-
Including the city of Palestine
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. Southwest winds
5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then clearing. Lows in
the mid 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 107.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. Heat
index values up to 105.
$$
TXZ135-112115-
Henderson-
Including the cities of Athens and Gun Barrel City
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
...OZONE ACTION DAY IN EFFECT FOR TODAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. Southwest winds
5 to 10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then clearing. Lows in
the mid 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 108 in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. Heat
index values up to 105.
$$
TXZ122-112115-
Van Zandt-
Including the cities of Canton, Grand Saline, Wills Point, Van,
and Edgewood
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. Southwest winds
5 to 10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. South winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 110 in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. Heat
index values up to 105.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. Heat
index values up to 105.
$$
TXZ121-112115-
Kaufman-
Including the cities of Terrell, Kaufman, and Forney
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
...OZONE ACTION DAY IN EFFECT FOR TODAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 108 this afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 104. South winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 110 in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 107.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. Heat
index values up to 105.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. Heat
index values up to 105.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. Heat
index values up to 105.
$$
TXZ120-112115-
Rockwall-
Including the cities of Rockwall and Heath
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
...OZONE ACTION DAY IN EFFECT FOR TODAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. Southwest winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 108 this afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
around 10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 103. South winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 111 in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 10 to
15 mph, increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon. Heat index
values up to 106.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. Heat
index values up to 105.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. Heat
index values up to 105.
$$
TXZ105-112115-
Hunt-
Including the cities of Greenville and Commerce
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
...OZONE ACTION DAY IN EFFECT FOR TODAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. Southwest winds
5 to 10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. South winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 110 in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph, increasing to 10 to 15 mph after midnight.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
10 to 15 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. Heat
index values up to 105.
$$
TXZ123-112115-
Rains-
Including the cities of Emory, East Tawakoni, and Point
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. Southwest winds
5 to 10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. South winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 110 in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. Heat
index values up to 105.
$$
TXZ107-112115-
Hopkins-
Including the city of Sulphur Springs
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny. A less than 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms this morning. Highs in the upper 90s. Southwest
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 108 in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
$$
TXZ106-112115-
Delta-
Including the city of Cooper
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny. A less than 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms this morning. Highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 109 in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
$$
TXZ095-112115-
Lamar-
Including the city of Paris
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny. A less than 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms this morning. Highs in the mid 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 109 in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
$$
TXZ094-112115-
Fannin-
Including the city of Bonham
316 AM CDT Sat Jun 11 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT SUNDAY...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph. Heat index values up to 109 in the afternoon.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
10 to 15 mph.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.THURSDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then clearing.
Lows in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
$$
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2022-06-11T08:54:47+00:00
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sfgate.com
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https://www.sfgate.com/weather/article/TX-Fort-Worth-TX-Zone-Forecast-17235017.php
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The 2022-23 girls basketball season officially tips off on Thursday, ushering in a clean slate that is wide open to teams around the state.
With a mix of the familiar and the new, here is NJ.com’s Preseason Top 20.
The 2022-23 girls basketball season officially tips off on Thursday, ushering in a clean slate that is wide open to teams around the state.
With a mix of the familiar and the new, here is NJ.com’s Preseason Top 20.
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2022-12-14T16:21:47+00:00
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nj.com
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https://www.nj.com/highschoolsports/2022/12/girls-basketball-preseason-top-20-new-season-brings-new-questions-new-contenders.html
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Lalor to lead company's plans to power the travel economy with virtual cards
LONDON, Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Conferma Pay and Sabre Corporation today announce the appointment of Jason Lalor as Chief Executive Officer of Conferma Pay. The appointment follows Sabre's acquisition of Conferma Pay in August 2022, and its announcement of a new partnership and minority investment by Mastercard in November 2022 – which was completed on January 31, 2023.
Lalor brings more than 20 years of leadership experience in commercial operations, strategy development and partner engagement at some of the world's most well-known and innovative fintech companies. He most recently served as Chief Executive of Square's European business, headquartered in Dublin, as well as serving as Executive Director on several of Square's international Boards. Before joining Square, he spent over six years with Mastercard in various roles, including General Manager of Ireland and Vice President of European Digital and Fintech Partnerships. He has previously held senior roles at Barclaycard, American Express and Dell.
"We are delighted to have Jason join Conferma Pay as CEO during this pivotal year in our payments journey," said Roshan Mendis, Chief Commercial Officer, Sabre Travel Solutions. "He brings extensive commercial leadership experience and a deep understanding of the payments ecosystem. This will be integral in advancing our goal to accelerate the digitization of business-to-business (B2B) travel payments."
Lalor's appointment marks the next step in Conferma Pay's and Sabre's payments journey. Leaning into Conferma Pay's new partnerships with Sabre and Mastercard, Lalor will lead the company as it seeks to build new and enhanced digital capabilities in virtual cards, transforming the payment experience for the travel industry.
"I've already been impressed by the dynamic and inspirational team at Conferma Pay," said Lalor. "It is clear that its people are one of Conferma Pay's greatest assets and I look forward to working with so many of the payment industry's brightest minds. This is an exciting time to be working in payments, and the new investments have given Conferma Pay the opportunity to be at the forefront of developments, which will help ensure that we continue to meet the fast-evolving needs of our customers."
Conferma Pay connects issuers to more than 700 travel management companies, all the major global distribution systems and more than 100 online booking tools. It is fully integrated with all the major card schemes and serves more than 50 banking partners, who issue Conferma Pay generated virtual cards in nearly 100 currencies.
About Conferma Pay
Conferma Pay is the world's foremost provider of virtual payments technology. Founded in 2005, and recently acquired by Sabre with additional investment from Mastercard, Conferma Pay combines innovation and expertise to push the boundaries of what can be achieved in the world of virtualized business payments. In the travel industry, Conferma Pay connects issuers to more than 700 travel management companies, all major global distribution systems and over 100 online booking tools. The company is fully integrated with all major card schemes and serves over 50 banking partners, that issue Conferma Pay generated virtual cards in nearly 100 currencies. www.confermapay.com
About Sabre Corporation
Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR) is a leading software and technology company that powers the global travel industry, serving a wide range of travel companies including airlines, hoteliers, travel agencies and other suppliers. The company provides retailing, distribution and fulfilment solutions that help its customers operate more efficiently, drive revenue and offer personalized traveler experiences. Through its leading travel marketplace, Sabre connects travel suppliers with buyers from around the globe. Sabre's technology platform manages more than $260B worth of global travel spend annually. Headquartered in Southlake, Texas, USA, Sabre serves customers in more than 160 countries around the world. For more information visit www.sabre.com.
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2023-02-06T14:22:27+00:00
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2023-04-01T09:42:32+00:00
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Officer helps prevent man from jumping off bridge with hug, police say
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WFSB/Gray News) - Authorities in Connecticut are sharing an officer’s actions that they say helped save a man’s life.
On Thursday, the New Haven Police Department released information regarding a situation on Jan. 13 where officers responded to a man who was threatening to jump off the Ferry Street Bridge.
The department said Officer Wityak was one of the officers who were called to the scene.
Wityak spoke to the man in distress and used his crisis Intervention skills to convince him to seek help at the hospital, according to the department.
Connecticut authorities said it was an emotional encounter for the officer and the man but it ended with the two of them hugging.
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2023-01-20T04:02:02+00:00
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https://www.kfyrtv.com/2023/01/20/officer-helps-prevent-man-jumping-off-bridge-with-hug-police-say/
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NEW YORK (AP) — Banker-turned-reliever Nate Fisher found out the hard way Monday that baseball really is a numbers game.
A day after a sparkling major league debut that brightened the sports world, Fisher was cut by the New York Mets.
The NL East leaders made the move heading into the two-game Subway Series against the New York Yankees. In fact, Fisher actually was in the Mets’ clubhouse at Yankee Stadium two hours before game time, then was designated for assignment.
Now completely off the 40-man roster, Fisher could be traded or placed on waivers during a seven-day period. If unclaimed, he could be assigned outright back to the minors with the Mets.
The move came while many were still reveling in the sheer improbability of Fisher’s path.
On Sunday, the 26-year-old lefty who had once given up his hopes of a baseball career for a job in the financial world dazzled in his debut.
Fisher threw three scoreless innings of one-hit relief to give the Mets a chance in a game they eventually won 10-9 over the Phillies.
From determining whether to approve commercial loans at the First National Bank of Omaha in Nebraska in June 2021 to pitching a pennant race at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia in 2022.
“It’s pretty surreal right now,” Fisher said after the game. “I’m so thankful and so blessed for the opportunity. It hasn’t even sunk in yet.”
Fisher gave up one hit, walked two and struck out one. His outing spanned a 46-minute rain delay, making his work even more valuable.
When he was introduced and made his way to the mound to begin the fifth inning, the fans weren’t the only ones wondering about this newcomer.
“I didn’t even know who this guy was when he came into the game today,” said Mark Canha, who hit two home runs in the win.
But going into these matchups against the Yankees, Fisher likely wouldn’t have been able to pitch after his long outing. And with the Mets needing fresh arms, he was let go.
Fisher wasn’t drafted out of the University of Nebraska, then pitched 12 games at Single-A for the Seattle Mariners organization in 2019.
In the wake of COVID-19 uncertainty, Fisher left baseball and joined a former coach in the banking world in 2020 in his hometown. He re-signed with the Mariners last summer and reached Triple-A.
This year in the Mets system, Fisher was 0-1 with a 3.77 ERA in 12 games at Double-A Binghamton and 1-2 with a 3.12 ERA in 12 games at Triple-A Syracuse before his call-up prior to Sunday’s game.
And hours later, he was on the mound.
“This is my dream,” he said after that outing — for now, his only big league appearance.
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2022-08-23T01:00:44+00:00
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localsyr.com
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https://www.localsyr.com/sports/sports-news/mets-banker-turned-pitcher-fisher-cut-day-after-sweet-debut/
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Updated January 11, 2023 at 11:25 AM ET
Nurses at two of New York City's biggest hospitals are on the third day of their strike over contract negotiations.
More than 7,000 nurses from Mount Sinai Hospital in Manhattan and Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx have participated in the walkout this week. They're demanding not just salary increases, but improved staffing levels.
"Bosses have pushed us to strike by refusing to seriously consider our proposals to address the desperate crisis of unsafe staffing that harms our patients," said the New York State Nurses Association, the union representing the workers.
There are hundreds of unfilled nursing positions at the two striking hospitals, WNYC reporter Caroline Lewis told NPR on Monday. Many nurses, stretched thin by the COVID-19 pandemic, have left their jobs for more lucrative travel nursing roles or quit the profession altogether.
Striking workers say their hospitals have failed to hire and retain enough nurses, creating a staffing shortage that is reducing the quality of patient care. They've spoken of beds being left in overcrowded hallways and nurses being forced to care for some dozen patients at a time.
Staffing issues are not unique to New York City, with one Mount Sinai official calling it "a national workforce crisis." Plus, an aging population is straining the country's health care system as a whole: The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that the U.S. needs more than 275,000 additional nurses from 2020 to 2030.
Jennifer Mensik Kennedy is the president of the American Nurses Association, a professional organization. Emphasizing that a strike is a last resort, she told Morning Edition on Wednesday that the actions being taken in New York "reflect the experiences and feelings of many nurses nationwide."
"What's going on today is that these work environment challenges have been predating COVID-19, and nurses have been experiencing many of these challenges for decades," she said. "And the current strain of COVID-19 and other public health emergencies have only worsened many of these existing challenges and issues."
She spoke with NPR's Dwane Brown about the roots of the problem and what it would take to solve it.
This interview has been edited for length and clarity.
Interview highlights
On the systemic issues that created staffing shortages
We've experienced shortages of nurses, historically, for many decades. And right now we have an aging population, we've got the baby boomers aging. We have many choices for nurses — for women — to go into other professions. And we have a lack of faculty who are able to bring those nursing students in. We had ... many people who wanted to go into nursing school, for instance, who were just unable to get enrolled into the nursing school because there's just not enough spaces ...
... Oftentimes, new graduate nurses will make more than their faculty who are teaching them. So we have to address issues like that. Why would someone want to come and teach if their new graduate nurses are going to make more than them right out of school?
On what hospitals can do to prevent shortages
We definitely need more nurses. But what we've found [over] decades of research and programs is that when we have really good work environments for nurses — where nurses are valued, nurses are listened to and nurses can provide quality, safe care — those hospitals, those organizations, don't experience the shortages that other hospitals do. There are solutions that organizations can put in place to attract nurses and retain nurses. And nurses will go to those organizations where they feel valued and they feel like at the end of the day, at the end of this shift, that they were able to provide good quality care to people.
On what a long-term solution would look like
The American Nurses Association shares the nurses' frustration with a lack of solutions. And we've really worked together with decision-makers in organizations and nationally to say, you know, we really do need to work through and address safe staffing issues. We need to look at how we can address getting more nurses to be faculty and address the faculty shortage. And we also need to look at the work environment and encourage nurses to stay nurses and not to leave the profession. And we want nurses to be nurses for their entire career. So those are the three areas I think we could really focus in on in order to make a sustainable change.
The audio for this story was produced by Julie Depenbrock and Chad Campbell, and edited by John Helton.
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A commuter waits in the rain in Sydney, Australia, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022. Sydney notched up its wettest year in over 160 years of records, Weatherzone's Andrew Miskelly said, recording 2199.8mm at 1.10pm. The previous record was 2194mm in 1950.
The Sydney Harbour Bridge is seen through a rain covered window in Sydney, Australia, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022. Sydney notched up its wettest year in over 160 years of records, Weatherzone's Andrew Miskelly said, recording 2199.8mm at 1.10pm. The previous record was 2194mm in 1950.
A commuter walks in the rain in Sydney, Australia, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022. Sydney notched up its wettest year in over 160 years of records, Weatherzone's Andrew Miskelly said, recording 2199.8mm at 1.10pm. The previous record was 2194mm in 1950.
A woman walks her dogs in the rain in Sydney, Australia, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022. Sydney notched up its wettest year in over 160 years of records, Weatherzone's Andrew Miskelly said, recording 2199.8mm at 1.10pm. The previous record was 2194mm in 1950.
Commuters walk to a ferry in Sydney, Australia, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022. Sydney notched up its wettest year in over 160 years of records, Weatherzone's Andrew Miskelly said, recording 2199.8mm at 1.10pm. The previous record was 2194mm in 1950.
A commuter waits in the rain in Sydney, Australia, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022. Sydney notched up its wettest year in over 160 years of records, Weatherzone's Andrew Miskelly said, recording 2199.8mm at 1.10pm. The previous record was 2194mm in 1950.
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The Sydney Harbour Bridge is seen through a rain covered window in Sydney, Australia, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022. Sydney notched up its wettest year in over 160 years of records, Weatherzone's Andrew Miskelly said, recording 2199.8mm at 1.10pm. The previous record was 2194mm in 1950.
Mark Baker - staff, AP
A commuter walks in the rain in Sydney, Australia, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022. Sydney notched up its wettest year in over 160 years of records, Weatherzone's Andrew Miskelly said, recording 2199.8mm at 1.10pm. The previous record was 2194mm in 1950.
Mark Baker - staff, AP
A woman walks her dogs in the rain in Sydney, Australia, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022. Sydney notched up its wettest year in over 160 years of records, Weatherzone's Andrew Miskelly said, recording 2199.8mm at 1.10pm. The previous record was 2194mm in 1950.
Mark Baker - staff, AP
Commuters walk to a ferry in Sydney, Australia, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022. Sydney notched up its wettest year in over 160 years of records, Weatherzone's Andrew Miskelly said, recording 2199.8mm at 1.10pm. The previous record was 2194mm in 1950.
SYDNEY (AP) — Australia’s largest city, Sydney, has been soaked by its wettest year on record with almost three months of expected above-average rain to spare.
The city of 5 million people beat its 1950 record of 2,194 millimeters (86.4 inches) at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday when 27.2 mm (1.07 in) of rain had fallen at the Observatory Hill rain gauge since morning, Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology said. Records at Observatory Hill go back to 1859.
Heavy rain is forecast to continue across Sydney and other parts of southeast Australia, peaking on Saturday.
The Bureau of Meteorology last month declared that a La Niña weather pattern, which is associated with above-average rainfall in eastern Australia, was underway in the Pacific.
The bureau forecast that the La Niña event may peak during the current Southern Hemisphere spring and return to neutral conditions early next year.
La Niña is the cooler flip side of the better-known drying El Niño pattern. La Niña occurs when equatorial trade winds become stronger, changing ocean surface currents and drawing up cooler deep water.
It is the third La Niña since 2019 became Australia’s hottest and driest year on record.
That year came to a catastrophic conclusion with wildfires fueled by drought that directly or indirectly killed more than 400 people, destroyed more than 3,000 homes and razed 19 million hectares (47 million acres) of woods, farmland and city fringes.
Sydney was among several southeast Australian cities that were shrouded in acrid wildfire smoke during the Southern Hemisphere summer of 2019-20.
Sydney had its wettest July on record this year after only two weeks, passing the 1950 record of 336.1 mm (13.2 in) on the way to a total of 404 mm (15.9 in).
March broke a 1942 record of 521.4 mm (20.5 in) when 554 mm (21.8 in) of rain fell.
The ongoing deluge will see rivers in New South Wales state swollen by moderate-to-major flooding, affecting towns including Tamworth, Dubbo and Bathurst, authorities said.
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AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas starting forward Aaliyah Moore tore the anterior cruciate ligament in her left knee and will miss the remainder of the season, the school announced Tuesday.
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Moore was averaging 11.2 points and 4.8 rebounds this season for the Longhorns (5-4), who started the season ranked No. 3 only to struggle on the court. She was injured in Sunday's win over Alabama State and will have surgery.
The sophomore emerged as a potentially dominant player in the NCAA Tournament last season when she averaged nearly 14 points over four games as Texas reached the Elite Eight for the second consecutive season.
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2 charged in $150M scheme with sanctioned Ukrainian oligarch
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — A U.S. businessman and a Belarus national have been arrested in Florida and charged with violating U.S. sanctions in a scheme that involved purchasing over $150 million in steelmaking materials from an exiled Ukrainian oligarch accused of funding Russian-backed separatist groups in eastern Ukraine.
John Unsalan, 41, of Orlando, was arrested last Friday, and Belarus national Sergey Karpushkin, 46, on Tuesday, according to court records.
“The arrest of John Can Unsalan should serve as a warning to those who seek to do business with sanctioned individuals or entities that endanger the security of the United States and our allies,” U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland said in a statement.
“The Justice Department is relentlessly pursuing those who seek to evade sanctions imposed against the Russian regime and whose crimes enable the regime to continue its unjust, illegal war in Ukraine,” Garland said.
Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, eight years after annexing Ukraine’s Crimean Peninsula in 2014. The two nations have been at war for more than a year, with Ukraine receiving aid from the U.S. and other NATO countries.
According to an indictment, Unsalan, acting through his company, Metalhouse LLC, transferred over $150 million to Sergey Kurchenko and his companies between July 2018 and October 2021. In return, Unsalan received metal products used in steelmaking and attempted to collect from Kurchenko millions of dollars of funds for undelivered products. Prosecutors say Karpushkin helped facilitate those transactions.
According to court documents, Kurchenko was sanctioned by the U.S. Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control in 2015 for his role in misappropriating Ukrainian state assets or economically significant entities.
The two sanctioned companies – Kompaniya Gaz-Alyans, OOO, based in the Russian Federation, and ZAO Vneshtorgservis, based in the unrecognized territory of South Ossetia – were designated by the Treasury Department in 2018 as acting on behalf of and providing material support to the so-called Donetsk People’s Republic and Luhansk People’s Republic in the separatist-controlled regions of eastern Ukraine.
Kurchenko left Ukraine in 2014, around the time former President Viktor Yanukovych was impeached and removed from office. Prosecutors in Ukraine issued a warrant for Kurchenko’s arrest shortly after he left the country and accused him of failing to pay $130 million in taxes and stealing $180 million from bank investors.
Unsalan is charged with one count of conspiring to violate and evade U.S. sanctions, in violation of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act; 10 counts of violating the International Emergency Economic Powers Act; one count of conspiring to commit international money laundering and 10 counts of international money laundering. The indictment charges Karpushkin with one count of conspiring to violate and evade U.S. sanctions. Each count comes with a possible 20-year prison sentence.
An email seeking comment was sent to attorneys for Unsalan. Online court records didn’t list an attorney for Karpushkin.
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CARY, N.C. (AP) — Former major leaguer Mark DeRosa has been named Team USA manager for the 2023 World Baseball Classic.
USA Baseball, based in Cary, North Carolina, announced the appointment Friday. DeRosa’s professional coaching debut puts him in charge of the defending world champions next spring.
He is currently a co-host of MLB Network’s daily morning program, MLB Central.
“Mark DeRosa brings a lifetime of baseball knowledge to the dugout for Team USA,” general manager Tony Reagins said. “(DeRosa) is well-respected both on and off the field and his experience and leadership as a player in the 2009 Classic will be a valued asset as we navigate this process.”
The U.S. won the title in 2017, beating Puerto Rico 8-0 in the title game at Dodger Stadium.
The 47-year-old DeRosa played for eight teams during 16 years in the majors, batting .268 with 100 homers and 494 RBIs in 1,241 games. He made his major league debut with Atlanta in 1998 and played in his last game with Toronto in 2013.
DeRosa, who won the 2010 World Series with San Francisco, first joined MLB Network as a guest analyst during the 2011 and 2013 postseasons.
Next year’s tournament will be played from March 8-21. Games will be held in Phoenix, Miami, Taichung, Taiwan, and the Tokyo Dome in Japan. The semifinals and title game will be at loanDepot park in Miami from March 19-21.
USA Baseball will announce the full coaching staff next week.
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2022-08-19T22:46:52+00:00
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Connecticut senators rally for gun reform as they say they’re in talks with republican lawmakers
Senators Tim Murphy and Richard Blumenthal say they are actively speaking with republican lawmakers to try to find ‘common ground’ on issues of red flag laws and mental health support.
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Senators Tim Murphy (D-Conn.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) rallied outside the U.S. Capitol Thursday as both lawmakers said they are actively speaking to republicans about passing gun reform. The discussions follow the deadly tragedy at an elementary school in Texas that killed 19 students and two teachers.
“We’re going to be talking with republicans all day today, all through the weekend, all next week to try to find a path forward,” said Murphy, who has actively been advocating for gun reform and mental health assistance for years. “I know it’s going to be difficult. I’ve certainly failed many times before, but I think there’s a chance. I think there’s a chance that republicans in the party are not willing this time to do nothing in the face of this carnage.”
Blumenthal said lawmakers would use the upcoming break to discuss ‘common ground’ for gun reform. Blumenthal is advocating to pass a ‘red flag’ law he is drafting with Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC). The proposed federal red flag statute would allow police to confiscate weapons from people that the court deemed to be dangerous.
“I have been working for more than three years on a red flag statute that now seems to have broad acceptance. I’ve talked over the last 24 hours with republican colleagues who are saying it’s time for a red flag statute in their states and around the country. And just an hour or so ago, I talked with one of the leading republicans who said for the first time he is open to voting for and leading a red flag statute,” said Blumenthal. “I think there’s a sweet spot here. And, I salute Senator Murphy for his work on background checks. Maybe that can be part of a package, but red flags statutes like the bill that Senator Graham and I have drafted seems to have some momentum.”
Lawmakers in Connecticut have been pushing for gun reform since a gunman stormed Sandy Hook Elementary School, killing 26 people. That includes a safe storage law, otherwise known as ‘Ethan’s Law.’
“Every time I look at the scenes from Texas I have vivid memories, flashbacks to that grief-filled time that afternoon and the succeeding days when I went to the wakes and funerals, when I spoke to the families, visiting them at their homes. And, seeing the gaps in their lives that are left when they lost this child. There’s something so totally unnatural about losing a child. But even more so when it’s gun violence and an act of such heinous, barbarity,” said Blumenthal.
The House passed two gun control measures in March 2021. It is still not clear if or when the Senate will take up those bills.
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A new exhibit that dives into the life and successes of Prince will soon make its debut in Chicago.
Brought by entertainment company Superfly, in collaboration with The Prince Estate, “Prince: The Immersive Experience” will debut Thursday. Visitors will be able to hone their producing skills in a replica studio A, move from the mixing board to the dance floor and finish by creating "Purple Rain" album cover moment.
The multi-sensory exhibit, which occupies a retail storefront at the Shops at North Bridge, aims to bridge the world of Prince’s life and music throughout interactive incorporations of both.
Much like Paisley Park — Prince’s studio and home that now runs as a museum— the experience will take visitors on a trip across various multidimensional spaces that will glow with the late artist’s creative and career development, according to organizers.
The exhibit also will incorporate an audio-visual dance space with a mixed collection of Prince’s iconic hits.
"Really what we're trying to do is showcase who the person was and while you learn, just have fun... have a good time as you get to know him," said Kerrison Black with Superfly Productions.
With contributions from The Prince Estate, a collection of the “Purple Rain” artist’s wardrobe pieces, instruments and more will be on display.
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"You can get on the motorcycle, rev the engine... get that photo op.. then we have a full build-out of a Minneapolis street scene, so we are really excited about that as well," Black said.
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TUSCUMBIA — Hassel Holcombe, 75, died Saturday, November 5, 2022. Arrangements will be announced at a later date by Colbert Memorial Chapel.
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BEIJING — In a mostly empty coworking office on the outskirts of China's capital, a scientist whose name is etched in history is trying to stage a comeback.
He Jiankui announced nearly five years ago that he had created the first gene-edited babies, twin girls named Lulu and Nana. The news sent shockwaves around the world. There were accusations that the biophysicist had grossly violated medical ethics; some critics compared him to Dr. Frankenstein.
And he paid a price. He was swiftly detained and a Chinese court later sentenced him to three years in prison for "illegal medical practices."
About a year ago he got out, and says he took up golf. Then something unexpected happened.
"There [were] over 2,000 DMD patients, they are writing to me, text me, make phone call to me," he says.
DMD, or Duchenne muscular dystrophy, is a genetic disease that causes muscles to waste away. There is no cure yet. The patients, and their families, had heard about He from his baby project, he says.
"They want me to develop therapy for them," he tells NPR in an interview.
The scientist's move back into the lab comes at a time of lingering questions about his past work — and is raising new concerns among experts about his motivations and those of the Chinese government, which jailed him and tightened regulations on gene editing in the wake of his experiment on embryos.
He's conviction also came with conditions on future work. The government banned He from doing anything related to assisted human reproductive technology, and imposed limits on his work relating to human genes. Many of the details were not made public, however, and he did not respond when NPR emailed him for clarification.
Various Chinese government agencies, including the State Council, the National Health Commission, the Ministry of Science and Technology and Foreign Ministry, did not respond to NPR's requests for comment.
"I did it too quickly"
On a late spring day, He invited NPR to become the first journalists to visit his spartan office to talk about his new project. And quickly it became clear: He was not interested in talking about the past.
He made a series of claims that NPR could not substantiate.
Asked how he felt about what he had done with the gene-edited babies, and whether he had drawn lessons from it, He was vague.
"I did it too quickly. Yeah, I have just been thinking a lot in the past four years. Yeah, I did it too quickly," he says.
Pressed on what that means, he would not say.
What He did was edit the genes in human embryos to try to make them immune to HIV. He was widely condemned because the move sparked fears that he had opened the door further to so-called designer babies — and no one knew whether it was safe or how it might affect the infants' health.
So how are those children, now nearly 5 years old?
"Well, what I can tell is they are living a normal, peaceful, nondisturbed life," He says. Again, pressed for details — like where they are now and whether the gene editing had any negative effects — he declined to comment. He says it's important for the world to know about these issues eventually, but not now.
He also would not say a word about his prison experience.
"I don't want to talk about that anymore. ... Just let it go," he says. "I think no one can rewrite history and go back there and do [it] a better way or something. No. I just want to let it go so I can move on to my new project to cure patients."
He's using CRISPR in his new lab
He says he has set up a new lab — the Jiankui He Lab — where he's using the gene-editing tool CRISPR to come up with a cure for DMD. CRISPR is the technology he used to edit genes in embryos, but he says his current work is not focused on tweaking genes at that level and the edits will not be passed from one generation to the next.
"The idea is we have a single shot that contains materials that will do the gene editing. We inject it in the blood so it will spread to the whole body and reach the muscle, the muscle cells, get into the muscle cells, and precisely pick up the mutant gene and make it functional, correct it. And the patient is going to recover from the disease," he says.
He says he's got some seed money, including from two American donors whom he will not name. He has five staff working with him, and other "collaborators" outside Beijing. He did not invite NPR to visit the lab, which is in Beijing.
"Currently we are at a stage [where] we design the experimental protocol and we are testing some of the formula. In a few months we are going to do the animal studies, using mice," He says.
After mice — with approval from an ethical review board — the testing moves on to dogs, then monkeys. And he says he hopes clinical trials on humans can start in 2025.
That makes some people nervous.
Experts say the science was bad
"He very much wants to rehabilitate his reputation," says Kiran Musunuru, a professor of medicine at the University of Pennsylvania who is an expert in gene editing and has followed He's case closely.
The professor says in editing babies' genes, not only did He cross ethical lines, the science itself was bad.
And now the odds are heavily against He coming close to a cure in such a short time on the cheap, Musunuru adds, given that several major drug companies have been working on it for years.
"There's a reason why it's so expensive to develop drugs and why it takes so long. Because you have to have a very, very, very high bar in terms of rigor. You got to make sure that this is safe, otherwise, you know, your patients are going to die when you give them a treatment that's not well vetted," he says.
A group of Chinese scientists and legal experts have called on the authorities to ban He from experiments involving people. The group also said in a statement the authorities should investigate He for alleged "re-violation of scientific integrity, ethical norms, laws and regulations."
But the critics don't seem to faze him.
He studied in the United States
"I'm a scientist. I was trained in college in the United States to be scientist to solve science problem, to do something help [to] people. That's something in my blood. It's not easy to change," he says.
He got his Ph.D. in physics at Rice University in 2010 and did postdoctoral research in a Stanford biophysics lab.
But observers wonder: Why would the Chinese government allow a convicted criminal to get back into the gene-editing game?
Ben Hurlbut, an expert in bioethics at Arizona State University, considers it could have to do with global competition.
"What's at stake is a kind of race for supremacy in biotechnology, and you know that kind of has a nationalist dimension to it," he says.
He Jiankui is not some rogue scientist who went off the rails, Hurlbut says. He had support and others in China knew what he was doing. The baby gene-editing project may not have played well with the international community, but what He did was an undeniable first. China was first.
But what He is doing is "a mixture of reckless and absurd," says Hurlbut, who is struck that He would be allowed to begin the new research. "The nature of the sort of authorization and even support that he's getting is interesting."
The Chinese scientist says no government people have talked to him about the work and he does not get any financial support from the authorities. "We do have contact with them [to] make sure that every step we do is follow[ing] the Chinese guidelines and laws," he says.
He hopes for better luck next time
He is now focused on the path ahead. And he says trust in him should not be based solely on previous experience.
"It's based on what I'm doing at this moment. And show the data we have. Show the approval we have. Show the ethic guidelines we have. Everything. That will build the trust," he says.
If you do things right, you don't need to worry about critics, he says. "And if it's safe and effective and [you] get all the necessary governmental or institutional approval then we should be OK to move on."
His current work, he says, is based on a clear medical need. He maintains it follows international guidelines and is being conducted with the necessary approvals, informed consent and transparency — claims which NPR could not verify.
He says he's already talking with sufferers of other genetic diseases, such as familial hypercholesterolemia and mucopolysaccharidoses, who want his help.
Musunuru, the University of Pennsylvania professor, is highly skeptical.
"You know, he's not a physician. He has no medical training whatsoever. He has no training in clinical trials. He took it upon himself to run what he viewed as a clinical trial," Musunuru says. "And, you know, to fast forward several years and what he's doing now, I can see it playing out all over again."
In the coworking office, on He's desk is a copper statuette of Guan Gong — a Taoist god who represents loyalty to the king, and is said to keep bad fortune at bay. He recently traveled to the Wudang Mountains, in central China, where he consulted a Taoist priest about his fortune.
"He told me after extremely bad luck comes good luck," He says.
NPR producer Aowen Cao contributed reporting in Beijing.
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The deal includes exclusive rights over sales and distribution of "The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast" and the development of new audio and video content
NASHVILLE, Tenn., June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Daily Wire is expanding its streaming service with the launch of DailyWire+, an umbrella platform under which the company's growing catalog of video content will live. With the launch of the new platform, the company announced the addition of Dr. Jordan B. Peterson and an expansion of its existing deal with PragerU.
Peterson has signed a major multi-year deal with DailyWire+ that includes DailyWire+'s management of the sales and distribution of "The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast," exclusive bonus content on every episode, and the development of subscriber-only specials featuring Peterson and other special guests.
When asked why he was making the move to DailyWire+, Peterson responded, "Obviously, there's a huge shift in media technology from whatever was the legacy media in print, video, entertainment, and in the digital world, and clearly DailyWire+ is at the forefront of that. Partnering with a company that shares my own values for excellence and entrepreneurial vision is the natural next step for me. And," he added, "it's time for a new adventure."
Peterson's existing podcast and video library, which has amassed over a half-billion downloads and views since 2016, is now hosted at DailyWire+. The show will continue twice weekly. Additionally, DailyWire+ will produce a library of premium content featuring Peterson, the first of which is available now on the platform: "Dragons, Monsters and Men," a four-part series on men, masculinity and purpose. DailyWire+ will continue to distribute "The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast" on traditional podcast platforms, including Apple and Spotify, and will bring all ad sales for the show in-house.
DailyWire+ has also expanded its existing deal with PragerU, the non-profit started by Dennis Prager and best known for its five-minute educational videos, which have pulled in over five billion views since the group's launch in 2009. DailyWire+ will be releasing exclusive content with PragerU, including a new series, "PragerU Master's Program with Dennis Prager," which is due out this fall.
The expansion of the media company is a significant move for the business. Co-founded in 2015 by Jeremy Boreing, Caleb Robinson, and Ben Shapiro, the company has grown to a current annual run rate of $200MM.
"The launch of DailyWire+ marks the beginning of an aggressive technological and content expansion for us," said co-CEO Jeremy Boreing. "The addition of Dr. Jordan Peterson, the pre-eminent public intellectual of our time, should indicate exactly how serious we are about bringing quality counter-cultural voices to the fore."
DailyWire+ is a subscription podcast and video-on-demand over-the-top streaming service owned and operated by The Daily Wire, LLC. The service is an umbrella platform that covers The Daily Wire + The World of Jordan Peterson + PragerU + Movies and, coming in 2023, a new kids' content offering. DailyWire+ distributes several of the top-ranked podcasts in America, including "The Ben Shapiro Show," "The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast," "Candace" with Candace Owens, "The Matt Walsh Show," "The Michael Knowles Show," and "Morning Wire."
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2022-06-30T21:36:18+00:00
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cogent Communications Holdings, Inc. ("Cogent") (NASDAQ: CCOI), one of the largest Internet service providers in the world, today announced a time change for Dave Schaeffer's, Cogent's Chief Executive Officer, presentation at the following conference:
The Deutsche Bank 30th Annual Leveraged Finance Conference is being held at the Phoenician in Scottsdale, AZ. Dave Schaeffer will now be presenting on Tuesday, September 20th at 2:15 p.m. MDT.
Investors and other interested parties may access a live audio webcast of the conference presentation by going to the "Events" section of Cogent's website at www.cogentco.com/events. A replay of the webcast will be available for 90 days following the presentation.
Cogent (NASDAQ: CCOI) is a facilities-based provider of low cost, high speed Internet access and private network services to bandwidth intensive businesses. Cogent's facilities-based, all-optical IP network provides services in over 219 markets across 51 countries.
Cogent is headquartered at 2450 N Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20037. For more information, visit www.cogentco.com. Cogent can be reached in the United States at (202) 295-4200 or via email at info@cogentco.com.
Information in this release may involve expectations, beliefs, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements included in this release are based upon information available to Cogent Communications Holdings, Inc. as of the date of the release, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statement. The statements in this release are not guarantees of future performance and actual results could differ materially from our current expectations. Numerous factors could cause or contribute to such differences. Some of the factors and risks associated with our business are discussed in Cogent's registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and in its other reports filed from time to time with the SEC.
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2022-09-09T14:08:55+00:00
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DETROIT (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday evening's drawing of the Michigan Lottery's "Poker Lotto" game were:
KD-2C-4D-2H-4H
(KD, 2C, 4D, 2H, 4H)
DETROIT (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday evening's drawing of the Michigan Lottery's "Poker Lotto" game were:
KD-2C-4D-2H-4H
(KD, 2C, 4D, 2H, 4H)
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2022-06-04T01:45:19+00:00
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sfgate.com
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https://www.sfgate.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Poker-Lotto-game-17218897.php
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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The United Arab Emirates on Monday banned the upcoming Pixar animated feature “Lightyear” from showing in movie theaters after its inclusion of a kiss between two lesbian characters.
The decision by the UAE comes as Malaysia also reportedly will ban the film, raising the possibility other Muslim-majority nations could follow suit on one of Disney’s biggest animated films of the year as the film industry comes out of the depths of the coronavirus pandemic.
The Emirates, home to Abu Dhabi and Dubai, announced through its Media Regulatory Office of the country’s Ministry of Youth and Culture that the film would not be opening in the country this Thursday.
The film “is not licensed for public screening in all cinemas in the UAE, due to its violation of the country’s media content standards,” the office said in a tweet. “The office confirms that all films screened in cinemas across the country are subject to follow-up and evaluation before the date of screening to the public, to ensure the safety of the circulated content according to the appropriate age classification.”
The office did not elaborate on the tweet and did not immediately respond to questions from The Associated Press. The tweet included an image of the film’s poster, with the profile image of its main character Buzz Lightyear with a “no” symbol over it in red.
Movie theaters in the UAE, a federation of seven sheikhdoms on the Arabian Peninsula, had already advertised showtimes for the film. But over the weekend, a social media campaign with the Arabic hashtag “Ban Showing Lightyear in the Emirates,” caught the attention of conservative Emiratis. They described showing a lesbian couple on screen as being against their culture and religion.
The movie, with actor Chris Evans voicing the inspiration for the Buzz Lightyear action figure from the “Toy Story” films, includes a female character voiced by actress Uzo Aduba kissing her female partner.
The UAE, many other countries in the wider Mideast, is a Muslim-led nation that criminalizes same-sex relationships. The U.S. State Department warns that Islamic, or Shariah, law in the UAE can include the death penalty for same-sex conduct, while Dubai can levy a 10-year prison sentence and Abu Dhabi allows for up to 14 years.
However, such prosecutions are rarely reported and LGBTQ individuals do live in the skyscraper-studded city-state of Dubai, home to the long-haul carrier Emirates.
The $200 million “Lightyear” is expected to be a major draw for Disney, with analysts estimating it could gross over $100 million in its first weekend.
Studios have allowed censors to cut films in global distribution for content in the past, including in the Mideast market. Recently, Disney has faced protests from activists and its own staff over what they described as CEO Bob Chapek’s slow response in publicly criticizing Florida legislation that opponents dubbed the “Don’t Say Gay” bill.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis in late March signed the bill, which forbids instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity in kindergarten through third grade.
The moment had been earlier cut from the film but was restored after Pixar employees protested Disney’s response to Florida’s bill.
The movie also may be banned in Malaysia as well. The Star, the country’s top English-language newspaper, cited an anonymous, nongovernment source as saying that Lightyear will not be shown in Malaysian cinemas. No reasons were given. A newspaper in the Persian Gulf island kingdom of Bahrain similarly has speculated the film wouldn’t be shown there.
Officials from Malaysia’s Film Censorship Board and the Home Affairs Ministry, as well as The Walt Disney Co., could not be immediately reached for comment.
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2022-06-13T17:48:14+00:00
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cbs4indy.com
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https://cbs4indy.com/news/showings-of-pixars-lightyear-banned-in-united-arab-emirates/
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DALLAS, Jan. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gehan Homes, Ltd. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Forestry) announced the acquisition of an 80% interest in Southern Impression Homes, a builder/developer that provides a Build-to-Rent platform for its investors. The transaction represents the company's entry into the build-to-rent space.
Southern Impression Homes, founded by Chris and Carter Funk, has operations in Northeast Florida, North Central Florida, and Southwest Florida. The company has experience in developing a variety of rental housing products, including town home, single-family, duplex, quadplex, and 5+ unit configurations. The company owns and controls approximately 5,000 lots. Included in the acquisition are the affiliated Property Management, Construction, and Title Service Companies.
Southern Impression's client base consists of individual real estate investors acquiring homes for their personal portfolio and institutional investors focused on building large-scale rental operations. In addition to its traditional home building operations, Southern Impression also offers general contracting services geared towards developing and building communities for institutional clients on a fee-service basis.
The acquisition will provide Southern Impression access to Gehan's capital, increased efficiencies through technology, and strengths in vertical and horizontal construction. These attributes, combined with their regional expertise, investor relationships, and distinct product offerings, will help accelerate Southern Impression's growth and expansion.
"We are looking forward to the partnership with Chris and his team," said John Winniford, president and CEO of Gehan Homes. "This transaction provides our Company entry into the emerging and evolving build-to-rent space and provides an opportunity to diversify our offerings. As the macro environment changes, higher home prices and rising interest rates should only increase the demand for rental homes."
Southern Impression Homes was founded in 2015 to address the undersupplied need for single-family build-to-rent units. To maximize efficiency and manage cost controls, Southern Impression maintains select product lines consisting of single-family units ranging from 1,200 SF – 2,000 SF and units from 950 SF – 1,300 SF for multifamily projects. They have grown steadily due to an effective business model that specializes in building, selling, and managing single-family rental homes.
"We see build-to-rent as complementary to our core business. This strategic relationship provides the opportunity to expand Southern Impression's business model into markets within our existing footprint," said Winniford.
Gehan Homes' parent company has other homebuilding subsidiaries in the U.S. When asked about Gehan's acquisition of Southern Impression Homes, Atsushi Iwasaki, president of Sumitomo Forestry America said, "We would like to see the BTR business expand not only within Gehan's markets but also to other areas through collaboration with our other group companies."
As part of the agreement, Chris Funk will continue to manage the day-to-day operations of Southern Impression Homes.
"We are very excited to join the Gehan family and continue our mission to providing affordable quality build-to-rent homes with the support of such impressive organizations as Gehan and Sumitomo Forestry," said Chris Funk, president of Southern Impression Homes. "This partnership will pave the way for Southern Impression Homes to quickly and efficiently enter new markets by utilizing Gehan's expertise and local relationships across their extensive footprint."
Builder Advisor Group served as the sole investment banker in this transaction, representing Southern Impression Homes.
Gehan Homes, headquartered in Addison, Texas, has built new homes at an exceptional value for over 30 years. Known for award-winning designs, quality craftsmanship, and competitive pricing, Gehan Homes is the 13th largest private homebuilder and ranked 29th in the US according to Builder 100. The company builds in over 120 communities across Texas, Arizona, Colorado, and Tennessee while operating under Gehan Homes, Gray Point Homes, and Wonderland Homes brands. For more information, please visit www.gehanhomes.com.
Media Contact: Christina Lombardo, clombardo@gehanhomes.com
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KALAMAZOO — The Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety says it is investigating after a driver hit a person around 7 p.m. Tuesday.
The accident happened in the area of Kalamazoo Ave. and N. Burdick St.
Paramedics took the 61-year-old person hit to the hospital in critical condition.
The driver remained at the scene of the accident. Officers say alcohol is not suspected to be a factor.
Anyone with information regarding the investigation is asked to call Kalamazoo Public Safety at (269) 337-8994 or Silent Observer at (269) 343-2100 or www.kalamazoosilentobserver.com.
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2023-01-04T12:05:25+00:00
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fox17online.com
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Scott Stallings shoots 4-over 74 in round two of the TOUR Championship
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August 26, 2022
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August 26, 2022
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Scott Stallings drains a 32-foot birdie putt at TOUR Championship
In the second round of the 2022 TOUR Championship, Scott Stallings makes a 32-foot birdie putt on the par-4 14th hole.
Scott Stallings hit 7 of 18 greens in regulation during his second round at the TOUR Championship, finishing at 1 over for the tournament. Stallings finished his day in 28th at 1 over; Scottie Scheffler is in 1st at 19 under; Xander Schauffele is in 2nd at 17 under; and Jon Rahm is in 3rd at 13 under.
On the 197-yard par-3 second, Stallings's his second shot was a drop and his chip went 13 yards to the green where he rolled a one-putt for bogey. This moved him to 1 over for the round.
On the 525-yard par-5 sixth hole, Stallings reached the green in 3 and sunk a 9-foot putt for birdie. This moved Stallings to even for the round.
On the 214-yard par-3 11th, Stallings's his second shot was a drop and his chip went 17 yards to the green where he rolled a one-putt for bogey. This moved him to 1 over for the round.
At the 389-yard par-4 12th, Stallings got on in 2 and missed his par putt from 6 feet, finishing with a 3-putt bogey. This moved Stallings to 2 over for the round.
At the 520-yard par-4 14th, Stallings reached the green in 2 and rolled a 33-foot putt for birdie. This put Stallings at 1 over for the round.
After a 292 yard drive on the 454-yard par-4 16th, Stallings chipped his third shot to 9 feet, which he rolled for two-putt bogey on the hole. This moved Stallings to 2 over for the round.
On the 430-yard par-4 17th, Stallings had a bogey after hitting the green in 3 and two putting, moving Stallings to 3 over for the round.
On the 590-yard par-5 18th, Stallings had a bogey after hitting the green in 4 and two putting. This moved Stallings to 4 over for the round.
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2022-08-27T13:21:27+00:00
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DENVER — For three years, people who knew Mya Peña have missed her.
She was just 17 years old when she was killed in 2020 by a young man investigators said had mental health concerns.
Mya's family said she was trying to help him.
On the day of her death, her family is encouraging people to do random acts of kindness to honor Mya's giving spirit.
"Be a good person. Kindness is free," said Audra Peña, Mya's mother. "Mya, since she was little, just had a very kind heart. She befriended people that didn’t have friends. She had a heart for the homeless, people that were less fortunate."
Giving through grief brings the Peña family comfort.
"She would want us to do that," said Audra. "Everyday I'm like, just remember she would be so disappointed if you just didn't get up today and try."
For Audra Peña, continuing her daughter's kind spirit is a tradition they hold dear on the day of her death.
"I come here often just to sit with her," said Audra, looking at the mural of her daughter at 21st and Lawrence streets. "She looks over the city and that's kind of what we're proud of is she looks over the city for healing."
That's why they're asking people to do random acts of kindness on the day they lost Mya.
"That's who she was. That's what she embodied. She actually died like that," said Audra. "She wanted to help this young man and he was mentally ill and he ended up taking her life."
"Any kindness that you can give to other people might outweigh the evil that ended up taking Mya," said Emily Raymond, a good friend of Mya's. "Sometimes when I'm just like missing her, I drive down here and just sit in my car and look at how beautiful it is."
Raymond wants people to learn from Mya's example.
"Do it with dignity and grace, like Mya always did," she said.
It's something Mya's sister, Alexis Peña, is always striving to do.
"It's so funny because growing up, she was trying to be like me. I'm the older sister and now I'm like, if she could only see how the tables have turned of me trying to be so much like her," said Alexis. "I think that would make her the happiest."
Now she said instead of thinking about something they lost, they are trying to give back.
"I know that's what she would've wanted," said Alexis. "She wanted us to turn something negative into the positive and so that's why I'm glad we're able to do that."
Mya went to Mile High Academy and the school canceled class on Friday to have an in-service day in remembrance of her.
The Peña family was there too, helping to pack up care kits for people experiencing homelessness.
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2023-01-15T03:49:49+00:00
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This photo gallery highlights some of the most compelling images made or published by Associated Press photographers in the Middle East, Afghanistan and Pakistan in March 2023.
This selection shows scenes from across the region, including images of continued violence in the occupied West Bank, political upheaval in Israel, social protests in Lebanon, and coinciding Ramadan, Easter and Passover holidays across the region.
The gallery was curated by Oded Balilty, AP chief photographer for Israel, the West Bank and Gaza, and Dusan Vranic, deputy news director for photography for the Middle East, Afghanistan and Pakistan. —-
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2023-05-07T10:54:54+00:00
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https://www.local10.com/news/world/2023/05/07/ap-month-in-pictures-middle-east-afghanistan-and-pakistan/
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Stocks slipped on Wall Street and Treasury yields again rose to multiyear highs a day after the Federal Reserve indicated that its fight against inflation is far from over.
The S&P 500 fell 1.1% Thursday. The Nasdaq composite and the Dow also fell. Technology stocks were among the heaviest weights on the market.
The yield on the two-year Treasury note, which tends to track expectations for future Fed moves, rose to its highest level since 2007. Higher Treasury yields have helped push mortgage rates sharply higher this year. The Bank of England made its biggest rate hike in three decades.
On Thursday:
The S&P 500 fell 39.80 points, or 1.1%, to 3,719.89.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 146.51 points, or 0.5%, to 32,001.25.
The Nasdaq fell 181.86 points, or 1.7%, to 10,342.94.
The Russell 2000 index of smaller companies fell 9.41 points, or 0.5%, to 1,779.73.
For the week:
The S&P 500 is down 181.17 points, or 4.6%.
The Dow is down 860.55 points, or 2.6%.
The Nasdaq is down 759.51 points, or 6.8%.
The Russell 2000 is down 67.19 points, or 3.6%.
For the year:
The S&P 500 is down 1,046.29 points, or 22%.
The Dow is down 4,337.05 points, or 11.9%.
The Nasdaq is down 5,302.03 points, or 33.9%.
The Russell 2000 is down 465.58 points, or 20.7%.
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2022-11-03T21:43:14+00:00
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ourmidland.com
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https://www.ourmidland.com/business/article/How-major-US-stock-indexes-fared-Thursday-17556541.php
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WFO SHREVEPORT Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Thursday, April 20, 2023
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FLOOD WARNING
Flood Statement
National Weather Service Shreveport LA
140 PM CDT Sun Apr 16 2023
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Texas...
Angelina River Near Lufkin affecting Angelina, Nacogdoches and
Cherokee Counties.
For the Angelina River...including Alto, Lufkin...Minor flooding is
forecast.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Do not drive cars through flooded areas.
Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
For more hydrologic information, copy and paste the following website
address into your favorite web browser URL bar:
water.weather.gov/ahps2/index.php?wfo=shv
The next statement will be issued Sunday by 10 AM.
...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL THURSDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Angelina River Near Lufkin.
* WHEN...Until Thursday evening.
* IMPACTS...At 162.0 feet, Minor lowland to diminish and end on the
lower Angelina River.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 1:15 PM CDT Sunday the stage was 162.3 feet.
- Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours
ending at 1:15 PM CDT Sunday was 162.4 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage
Thursday evening and continue falling to 160.8 feet Friday
morning.
- Flood stage is 161.0 feet.
- Flood History...No available flood history.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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2023-04-16T18:57:40+00:00
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expressnews.com
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Man charged after toddler finds gun in couch and accidentally kills himself
KENTWOOD, Mich. (AP) — A Grand Rapids-area man was charged Monday with involuntary manslaughter after his girlfriend’s 2-year-old son found a gun and fatally shot himself.
Police said the gun was in the couch at their apartment in Kentwood. Kiaire McCoy apparently found it and shot himself Friday.
Markus Nevills Jr., 22, objected to being charged during his initial court appearance.
“I don’t understand this. I’m trying to see how they’re saying this is my fault. I didn’t shoot and kill him,” Nevills said.
Police quoted Nevills as saying he had “zoned out” while high on marijuana and was scrolling through his phone when the shooting occurred, according to a court filing. Prosecutors said he was grossly negligent.
“It sounds like a terrible accident, and there is no criminal intent there,” defense attorney Richard Zambon said.
A law recently signed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will require gun owners to keep guns in a locked storage box if children are present. It takes effect in 2024.
Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.
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2023-05-23T12:00:38+00:00
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kttc.com
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https://www.kttc.com/2023/05/23/man-charged-after-toddler-finds-gun-couch-accidentally-kills-himself/
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BRISTOL, Pa., July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Robern is pleased to announce the unveiling of the Freestanding IQ Digital Lock Box. First introduced in 2020, the original Robern IQ Digital Lock Box was creatively engineered to keep important incidentals out of reach and scaled to discreetly be mounted into most Robern Medicine Cabinets. Robern now adds a freestanding style to join the award-winning in-cabinet design. Whether to safely store medications, to find a secure place for passports, or the perfect spot to tuck away other personal items, the Robern IQ Digital Lock Box designs provide compact, smart, and technologically advanced storage capabilities for the home.
First introduced in 2020, the battery powered IQ Digital Lock Box now moves with you in a freestanding design that can been placed anywhere in your cabinet. The designs promise easy-to-use, secure, and reliable home and remote access with three ways of entry. The owner can access the Lock Box by the digital touch keypad, by using the IQ smart phone application, which is compatible with iOS or Android, or by using the back- up key.
The IQ app also offers peace-of-mind by keeping security in check and personally customized based on a user's needs:
- Secure entry via keypad, smartphone app, or physical key.
- Keep potentially dangerous medicines locked away.
- A built-in security sensor sends tamper and entry notifications directly to your smartphone.
- Battery-powered security defends against the unknown.
- Receive smartphone real-time notifications through Robern Digital Lock Box app.
- Intelligent monitoring, unlock remotely, and get alerts when the lock box is accessed.
- Keep your health and wellness on track with medication reminders.
- The freestanding design is in a contemporary gray coloring offers inconspicuous storage.
- Water resistance protects medications and valuables from bathroom humidity.
At Robern, the bathroom is our favorite room. It is our private space. It is our sanctuary. For more than 50 years, Robern has specialized in creating luxurious spaces with a powerful product portfolio that moves beyond the expected industry standard to transform rooms into interiors of impeccable elegance. By taking a more holistic approach to the bathroom and its importance, not only aesthetically, but to overall health and wellbeing, Robern has become a driving force within residential and commercial design with an artful blend of sophisticated form, innovative technology, impeccable craftsmanship, and quality materials.
Founded in 1968 in Bristol, Penn. by Rosa and Bernie Meyers, Robern's mission remains grounded in the Meyers' belief that individual style should be celebrated and fostered. Today, their pioneering approach, commitment to craftsmanship, quality, attention to detail, and utilization of the finest materials available, remains foundational to the Robern brand and is evident in every piece still hand-assembled on-site at its Bristol headquarters today.
In 1995, Robern joined the Kohler Co. family of businesses, building upon the breadth and depth of the brand's comprehensive and thoughtful approach to creating exceptional styling spaces. From its humble beginnings to a technological force within home design, Robern has become a leading choice for designers, architects, and consumers seeking out the finest in vanities, medicine cabinets, mirrors, and lighting. For additional information on Robern products, customers may call 1 (800) 877-2376 or visit www.robern.com.
Founded in 1873 and headquartered in Kohler, Wisconsin, Kohler Co. is one of America's oldest and largest privately held companies comprised of more than 40,000 associates. With more than 50 manufacturing locations worldwide, Kohler is a global leader in the design, innovation and manufacture of kitchen and bath products; luxury cabinetry, tile and lighting; engines, generators, and clean energy solutions; and owner/operator of two, five-star hospitality and golf resort destinations in Kohler, Wisconsin, and St. Andrews, Scotland. Kohler's Whistling Straits golf course recently hosted the 43rd Ryder Cup. The company also develops solutions to address pressing issues, such as clean water and sanitation, for underserved communities around the world to enhance the quality of life for current and future generations. For more details, please visit kohlercompany.com.
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2022-07-12T15:54:35+00:00
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kwtx.com
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DOVER, Del. (AP) — A former Delaware state trooper who pleaded guilty in connection with a series of thefts from a package reshipping company has been sentenced to six months in federal prison.
Jamal J. Merrell was sentenced Thursday after pleading guilty in September to a misdemeanor count of deprivation of rights under color of law. The offense involves Merrell using his position as a law enforcement officer to deprive someone else of a right or privilege.
Merrell, 32,, was also ordered to pay restitution to Totaltranslogistics LLC.
Merrell faced a maximum sentence of one year in prison, which prosecutors sought, and a fine of up to $100,000.
“He stole and violated others’ civil rights in broad daylight. He sold stolen items from the trunk of his patrol vehicle,” prosecutors said in a sentencing memorandum. “The defendant believed that his status as a police officer put him above the law. ”
Defense attorney Eugene Maurer Jr. asked for a sentence of six months of home confinement, noting Merrell's background, community service and lack of a criminal record.
Merrell's guilty plea came more than a year after investigators with the FBI and Delaware State Police interviewed him at his home in July 2021 and seized an iPhone, fearing that Merrell would delete evidence from it after he refused to give his consent for authorities to search it.
The investigation began after an official with Totaltranslogistics and his attorney went to the FBI office in Wilmington to report suspicious incidents over several months. TTL is an international reshipping company in New Castle that specializes in shipping packages to the country of Georgia. According to an FBI affidavit, the businessman lives in Georgia but traveled to the U.S. after learning of the incidents.
Employees reported that Merrell had visited the company at least 10 times beginning in February 2021, when he told employees that he was conducting an investigation and would need to inspect packages at the warehouse. He also insisted that he be left alone when conducting the inspections, according to the affidavit.
Employees reported that Merrell could be seen on surveillance footage removing items from large containers, putting them in a cart, then moving the cart to an area outside video surveillance coverage and near an exterior door.
A company official reported that he had received more than $20,000 in claims from customers for items missing from shipments or never delivered.
After learning that he might be the subject of an investigation, Merrell delivered several items to a state police facility in Newark, leaving them at the sally port instead of in the evidence locker. He also left an inventory of items he had seized, including laptop computers, cellphones and other items in their original packaging, according to investigators.
Asked by investigators whether he had sold any items he took, Merrell said he had been told by a company employee that a certain section of the warehouse had been designated for “trash.” Merrell told investigators he had taken about 100 iPhones from that area and sold them through Facebook.
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Add Mark Jackson to the list of ESPN reporters and commentators who have been laid off over the past five weeks.
Jackson was let go on Monday with two years remaining on his contract. With Jeff Van Gundy also being laid off in late June, ESPN is expected to replace them with Doris Burke and Doc Rivers, two people close to the move told The Associated Press.
They spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because they aren’t at liberty to publicly discuss personnel moves.
Burke and Rivers would join Mike Breen on ESPN and ABC's top NBA broadcast crew.
Burke would be the first woman to serve as a game analyst for the NBA Finals on television. She has called the finals on ESPN Radio since 2020 and has been an analyst on ESPN's NBA games since 2017.
Rivers, who was fired as coach of the Philadelphia 76ers in May, called games on ESPN during the 2003-04 season.
Jackson first joined ESPN in 2006 before leaving in 2011 to take the head coaching job with the Golden State Warriors. He returned to the network in May 2014 after being fired by the Warriors.
Van Gundy had been the network's top NBA analyst since 2007 and recently called a record 17th NBA Finals. Breen, Van Gundy and Jackson called 15 finals together.
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(The Car Connection) — For the 2022 model year, more automakers built their cars to better withstand and avoid crashes, according to the latest ratings announced Thursday by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
A total of 69 models earned a 2022 Top Safety Pick+ designation, which is considered the most rigorous independent safety rating in the automotive industry. Last year at this time, 49 models earned the accolade. Another 36 models in 2022 testing earned the next highest rating of Top Safety Pick, to bring the total to 105 models out of about 220 tested.
Every 2022 Volvo and Genesis model earned a TSP+, marking a rare sweep for the brands, though it’s easier to accomplish with lineups that consist of only five key models. Hyundai Motor Group, the parent company of Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis, earned the most total safety picks, with 11 TSP+ and 10 TSP awards.
Only seven domestic models out of 69 earned a 2022 TSP+, while two pickup trucks, the Ram 1500 and Ford F-150, picked up TSP nods.
Much like the five-star NCAP safety ratings overseen by the NHTSA, the TSP designations are meant to streamline safety tests to give car shoppers a standardized baseline when assessing cars. The ratings also encourage automakers to make safer cars.
“Our awards make it easy for car buyers to find models that will protect them in a crash and increase the odds they’ll never be in one,” IIHS President David Harkey said in a statement. “By shooting for Top Safety Pick+, automakers are showing that they’re committed to the same goal.”
To earn a TSP+, vehicles must earn top “Good” ratings in all six crash tests, including the driver’s side and passenger’s side tests that simulate hitting a stationary object like a light pole head-on. Side impact, overall front impact, head restraints, and rollover tests round out that portion of the testing.
“Our tests are designed around the types of crashes happening in the real world that may not be reflected by the government’s crash tests,” Joe Young, director of media relations for the IIHS, explained in an interview. “The original IIHS side crash test was designed due to concerns that the government’s side crash test was not capturing all the side crashes that occur in the real world. A big part of that was the changing vehicle fleet, with taller vehicles becoming more popular. IIHS’s barrier was designed to replicate an SUV or pickup striking a vehicle, rather than a shorter car.”
The IIHS is a nonprofit agency funded by the insurance industry, which has a business case for minimizing the incidence and intensity of car crashes.
There are other distinctions in ratings between the two crash-test agencies. Unlike the NHTSA safety assessments, the IIHS rates the efficacy of automatic emergency braking systems and headlight visibility.
“The need for headlight testing emerged due to current regulations allowing too broad a range of headlight performance,” Young said.
Automakers initially had a tougher time meeting the headlight criteria launched in 2016, but compliance has increased even as the standards have become more rigorous. To qualify for a TSP+, cars must have standard headlights that rate at “Acceptable” or “Good” in IIHS testing.
Additionally, a TSP+ car must earn either “Advanced” or “Superior” ratings in significantly slowing down or avoiding crashes with vehicles and pedestrians in 12-mph and 25-mph tests. An effective automatic emergency braking system minimizes impacts from rear-end collisions, the most common crash, and more sophisticated systems slow or stop cars from hitting objects peripherally, such as a child darting from between parked cars into a street or a car speeding through a perpendicular intersection.
The IIHS predicts the standard technology will prevent 42,000 crashes and cut in half the number of rear-end crashes by 2025. The major automakers made a voluntary commitment to equip at least 95% of new cars sold with AEB as standard by September of this year. To avoid penalizing automakers before the deadline, the IIHS doesn’t mandate AEB as standard equipment to earn a TSP+.
That’s changing next year, however. The IIHS will add a nighttime pedestrian crash prevention component to the AEB rating, and “Advanced” or “Superior” ratings will be required for a TSP+ designation. Pedestrian crash fatalities have increased 51% since 2009, according to the IIHS. Additionally, headlight ratings must be at least “Acceptable” across the board to earn any TSP award.
The IIHS continually resets the safety bar as more automakers meet or exceed the requirements for TSP awards. In 2021, it updated the side crash test for the first time in nearly 20 years. Simulating a T-bone crash, the test is conducted at higher speeds and with a heavier barrier to reflect larger SUVs and trucks proliferating on roadways in the past two decades. Beginning in 2023, a “Good” rating on the new test will be required to earn a TSP+.
Expect some TSP growing pains in the name of ever-evolving safety standards.
“We expect to see a drop in the number of vehicles earning our awards in 2023,” Young said.
But it should make cars safer overall.
“Automakers have consistently responded when we introduce new tests and strengthen our award criteria,” Young said. “We expect to see them continue to improve crashworthiness, front crash prevention systems and headlight options as they strive to earn our safety awards under the tougher criteria in 2023.”
The full list of 2022 winners is below, and will be updated throughout the year:
TSP +
Small cars and SUVs
Chevrolet Trailblazer
Ford Bronco Sport
Honda Civic sedan and hatchback
Honda Insight
Hyundai Tucson
Mazda 3 sedan and hatchback
Mazda CX-5
Mazda CX-50
Mitsubishi Outlander (built after June 2021)
Nissan Rogue
Toyota Corolla sedan and hatchback
Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid
Volvo C40 Recharge
Volvo XC40 and XC40 Recharge
Cars
Honda Accord
Kia K5
Kia Stinger
Nissan Altima
Nissan Maxima
Subaru Legacy
Subaru Outback
Luxury cars
Acura TLX
Audi A6 and A6 Allroad
Audi A7
Genesis G70
Genesis G80
Genesis G90
Lexus ES 350
Lexus IS
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Tesla Model 3
Volvo S60 and S60 Recharge
Volvo S90 and S90 Recharge
Volvo V60 Cross Country
Volvo V90 Cross Country
SUVs
Ford Explorer
Hyundai Palisade
Hyundai Santa Fe (built after July 2021)
Mazda CX-9
Nissan Murano
Subaru Ascent
Toyota Highlander
Volkswagen ID.4
Luxury SUVs
Acura MDX
Acura RDX
Audi E-Tron and E-Tron Sportback
Audi Q5 and Q5 Sportback
Cadillac XT6
Genesis GV70
Genesis GV80
Hyundai Nexo
Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class
Tesla Model Y
Volvo XC60 and XC60 Recharge
Volvo XC90 and XC90 Recharge
Minivans
Chrysler Pacifica
Honda Odyssey
Toyota Sienna
TSP
Small cars and SUVs
Buick Encore GX
Ford Escape
Honda CR-V
Hyundai Elantra
Hyundai Venue
Kia Seltos
Kia Soul
Kia Sportage
Lexus UX
Lincoln Corsair
Nissan Sentra
Subaru Crosstrek (with CVT)
Subaru Impreza (with CVT)
Toyota C-HR
Toyota Venza
Cars
Hyundai Sonata
Toyota Avalon
Luxury cars
Audi A4
Audi A5 Sportback
BMW 2-Series Gran Coupe
BMW 3-Series
SUVs/Minivans
Ford Edge
Ford Mustang Mach-E
Hyundai Santa Cruz
Kia Carnival
Kia Sorento
Kia Telluride
Luxury SUVs
Audi Q8
BMW X5
Lexus RX
Lincoln Aviator
Lincoln Nautilus
Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class
Trucks
Ford F-150 extended and crew cabs
Ram 1500 crew cab
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2022-04-20T18:43:13+00:00
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wate.com
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DAVE DAVIES, HOST:
This is FRESH AIR. The first new Beyonce studio album in six years is here and it's called "Renaissance." The pop star says the 16 tracks were recorded during the pandemic. Our rock critic, Ken Tucker, says while the music is dense with allusions to different eras of pop music, Beyonce's performances have a lightness and agility that gives the project an often thrilling energy. Here's Ken's review.
(SOUNDBITE OF SONG, "BREAK MY SOUL")
BEYONCE: (Singing) You won't break my soul. You won't break my soul. You won't break my soul. You won't break my soul. I'm telling everybody, everybody, everybody, everybody. Now, I just fell in love. And I just quit my job. I'm gonna find new drive. Damn, they work me so damn hard. Work by nine, then off past 5. And they work my nerves. That's why I cannot sleep at night.
KEN TUCKER, BYLINE: That's "Break My Soul," the first single from Beyonce's new album, "Renaissance." "Break My Soul" was released a few weeks before the album, and with its lyric about escaping the deadening drudgery of 9-5 work was widely interpreted as Beyonce's take on the pandemic-inspired great resignation. Little did we know that what was to follow was a whole album about the freedom of escapism.
(SOUNDBITE OF SONG, "ALIEN SUPERSTAR")
BEYONCE: (Singing) I'm one of one. I'm No. 1. I'm the only one. Don't even waste your time trying to compete with me. No one else in this world can think like me. I'm twisted. I'll contradict it. Keep him addicted. Lies on his lips, I lick it. Unique. That's what you are. Stilettos kicking vintage crystal off the bar. Category - bad - I'm the bar. Alien superstar. Whip, whip. I'm too classy for this world, forever, I'm that girl. Feed you diamonds and pearls, oh, baby. I'm too classy...
TUCKER: That's "Alien Superstar," over whose clattering beats Beyonce applies a layer of her patented positive thinking, only half joking that she's, quote, "too classy for this world." "Alien Superstar" gives you an idea of the way many songs here are constructed around rhythms and riffs that pulse and throb while Beyonce's vocal soars atop the music. The best example of this is the album's longest track called "Virgo's Groove," as Beyonce croons over a languid, sneaky beat.
(SOUNDBITE OF SONG, "VIRGO'S GROOVE")
BEYONCE: (Singing) Baby, come over. Come be alone with me tonight. All the emotions. It's washing over me tonight. Right here. Right now. Iced up. Bite down. Baby, lock in right now. I want it right here, right now. Cuddled up on the couch. Motorboat, baby, spin around. Slow-mo coming out my house. I want it right here, right now.
TUCKER: At 6-minutes-plus, "Virgo's Groove" is at once very contemporary and very 1980s. Its sound owes something to the Michael Jackson-Quincy Jones albums of that era. And its hypnotic hook reminds me of Lakeside's great 1980 hit "Fantastic Voyage." Now listen to the way Beyonce rolls it back further to the '70s and nods to Donna Summer's "I Feel Love" on the song "Summer Renaissance."
(SOUNDBITE OF SONG, "SUMMER RENAISSANCE")
BEYONCE: (Singing) It's so good. It's so good. It's so good. It's so good. Oh, it's so good. It's so good. It's so good. It's so good. It's so good.
TUCKER: Elsewhere on "Renaissance," Beyonce offers the song "Cuff it," a thick slice of R&B that recalls Funkadelic's "Not Just Knee Deep." And on another standout track, "Move," she enlists dance music pioneer Grace Jones with some emphasis on Detroit techno music.
(SOUNDBITE OF SONG, "MOVE")
BEYONCE: (Singing) Move, move, move. Yeah, you got to move, move. Anything you do will be held against you. You have to move, move, move. Skrrt (ph) off, make room. Stampede coming through. Big boss on the move. Yeah. Bounce it.
TUCKER: There are some breathtaking moments on "Renaissance," which are all the more impressive for the way Beyonce delivers them so casually. Listen to the way she almost buries this gorgeously fluid burst of phrasing toward the end of the song "Pure Honey." Lesser artists would build a whole hit single around a verse that Beyonce just tosses off.
(SOUNDBITE OF SONG, "PURE HONEY")
BEYONCE: (Singing) You know it's Friday night, and I'm ready to drive. Throw me them keys. Baby, let's go. Friday night and I'm ready to drive. Throw me them keys. Baby, let's go. We jump in the car, quarter tank of gas. World's at war, low on cash. Jump in the car, quarter tank of gas, world's at war, low on cash. I ain't never felt a feeling like this. You been in love but not like this. Sweet honey sin, taste it on your lips. Up and down on it, light switch.
TUCKER: Except for the song titled "America Has A Problem" and a fleeting reference to the electoral defeat of Donald Trump, there's little of the social commentary that was laced through her previous album, 2016's "Lemonade." But the escapist aesthetic of "Renaissance" is its own kind of statement. Beyonce's way of asserting the primacy of Black musical forms throughout American pop history. And "Renaissance" places Beyonce at the very center of pop music right now.
DAVIES: Rock critic Ken Tucker reviewed Beyonce's new album called "Renaissance." On Monday's show, actor Melanie Lynskey. She's nominated for an Emmy for her leading role in the Showtime series "Yellowjackets." The show tells the story of a girls soccer team that went down in a plane crash in 1996 and had to survive in the wilderness for over a year. Lewinsky's other films include "Heavenly Creatures," "Up In The Air," "The Informant" and "Don't Look Up." I hope you can join us.
FRESH AIR's executive producer is Danny Miller. Our technical director and engineer is Audrey Bentham, with additional engineering support by Joyce Lieberman, Julian Herzfeld and Al Banks. For Terry Gross, I'm Dave Davies. Transcript provided by NPR, Copyright NPR.
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In her tidy home on a cul-de-sac in Elma, Washington, Jamie Jo Hiles surrounds herself with photos of Oakley Carlson, her dark-haired, brown-eyed former foster daughter.
It’s been two-and-a-half years since Oakley left Hiles’ home and was reunited with her biological parents. And it’s been 15 months since Oakley was last seen alive.
The case of the missing 5-year-old from Grays Harbor County has garnered international media attention and drawn scrutiny to her parents who recently pleaded guilty and were sentenced for child endangerment involving their other children.
But the case has also raised questions about Washington’s child protective services system and whether it functioned as well as it should have in this case.
Oakley first came to live with Hiles and her husband Erik in August 2017, when she was about nine-months-old. For the Hiles, Oakley’s arrival in their lives was a dream come true. The couple had been trying unsuccessfully to get pregnant when one day Hiles, who teaches in the local schools, got a text from a former student asking if she’d be willing to foster Oakley. The couple didn’t hesitate, especially because they were under the impression they might ultimately be able to adopt her.
“It wasn't something we sought out, but it worked out,” Hiles said.
Washington’s Department of Children Youth and Families (DCYF) has a goal of limiting the time a child is in foster care and finding a permanent home as quickly as is safely possible. But in Oakley’s case, months turned into a year, turned into two years. In the care of the Hiles, Oakley grew from an easy-going infant into an energetic toddler.
Photos and videos from this period depict holidays and memorable events: Halloween costumes, visits to the park and beach, goofy play around the house, snuggles on the couch and messy toddler meals.
But in November 2019, nearly 26 months after Oakley had come to live with them, the Hiles were suddenly notified that she was being reunited with her parents. Weeks later, on the day after Thanksgiving, that reunification happened. The Hiles were devastated.
“We cried, and then we went upstairs and we shut the door to our bedroom for months, probably six months. So, it was literally like a death,” Hiles said.
It’s not clear exactly what happened next. DCYF won’t comment on Oakley’s case citing state and federal privacy laws. The agency also denied a public records request by the Northwest News Network for information. But typically, a child welfare case is closed within six months of a child being returned to their biological parents — presuming the parents are complying with the conditions set by the courts. That six-month mark would have been reached around May 2020.
The last confirmed sighting of Oakley was nine months later, in February 2021. But Oakley wasn’t reported missing until months later — in December 2021, after a fire damaged the family’s home forcing them to temporarily relocate. That’s when a local school principal became concerned after talking with one of Oakley’s siblings.
On December 6, Oakley’s fifth birthday, police were sent out to do a welfare check. Det. Sgt. Paul Logan of the Grays Harbor County Sheriff’s Office said Oakley’s parents were uncooperative when asked about their daughter’s whereabouts.
“The responses to the fairly simple questions that were asked were met with hostility and answers that didn't make any sense,” Logan said.
Oakley was declared missing and the sheriff’s office sought a search warrant for the family’s sprawling rural property near Oakville, Washington.
That search last December lasted several days and turned up evidence, but not Oakley or her body. Nonetheless, her parents — Andrew Carlson, a former Aberdeen police officer, and Jordan Bowers — were briefly held in jail on suspicion of manslaughter. While formal charges were never filed, the couple was later prosecuted for crimes related to their treatment of their other children.
This spring, both parents were sentenced after pleading guilty to child endangerment with a controlled substance for exposing their kids to methamphetamine.
Logan, the sheriff’s investigator, said the investigation into Oakley’s disappearance continues with the help of the FBI. At this point, he said, the assumption is she’s dead. Logan said investigators continue to work to gather the evidence they need to present a case to prosecutors.
“In this case, everyone's concerned and everyone is looking at the situation like this is wrong,” Logan said. “But at the same time, there’s no law on the books for something just being wrong.”
Logan said he has no information on how DCYF handled Oakley’s child welfare case. However, Hiles is convinced the agency failed Oakley. She said the reunification in late 2019 felt rushed. She also questioned whether DCYF — in the midst of the COVID pandemic — adequately monitored the family after reunification, and whether the agency followed up when she reported additional concerns to caseworkers and Child Protective Services about Oakley.
“DCYF and the state of Washington, they should be sweating bullets because I know that once that information is public, I know that people are going to find out that they have completely dropped the ball,” Hiles said.
While DCYF won’t comment on specific cases, one of the agency's strategic priorities is to reduce the number of children and youth in out-of-home care by half. When safely possible, the agency prioritizes reuniting children with their biological parents. If that's not achievable, then DCYF will seek the termination of parental rights and identify another permanent placement, such as with next-of-kin or an adoptive family. The final decision on a placement rests with a judge who relies upon information provided by child welfare caseworkers.
In an interview on TVW’s “Inside Olympia” program last June, DCYF Secretary Ross Hunter noted that his agency was achieving its goal of reducing the number of youth in out-of-home placements.
“Big win,” Hunter said. “Even during this pandemic we’ve been able to continue driving down the number of kids in care and doing it safely. I’m excited about that.”
Complaints about DCYF are investigated by the Washington State Office of the Family and Children’s Ombuds. In an interview, Director Patrick Dowd said he’s aware of the Oakley Carlson case, but couldn’t confirm if his office is investigating how it was handled. Dowd explained that child welfare cases create a tension between the public’s desire for information and the family's privacy.
“On one hand, you do want public confidence and trust in our state child welfare system,” Dowd said. “But we also want to be able to protect the families and the children that they serve.”
The Oakley Carlson case has led to community calls, and even a petition, for more oversight of families following reunification. State Rep. Tana Senn, a Democrat who chairs the Children Youth and Families Committee in the Washington House and serves on a DCYF oversight board, said she’s followed the case closely and talked with community members. But Senn isn’t convinced state law needs to be changed in response to what happened to Oakley. Instead, she expects if and when Oakley is formally declared dead there will be a formal child fatality review.
“I have no doubt that there will be an investigation to look at the case and see if mistakes were made, if processes need to change, if this was just a really unfortunate situation,” Senn said.
Senn added that it’s her understanding Oakley was reunited with her parents after they successfully completed a drug treatment program. The Northwest News Network couldn’t independently verify that report. Senn also noted the state budget this year funded additional resources for Grays Harbor County to help families with young children, especially those dealing with substance use disorders.
Meanwhile, Hiles has written to Gov. Jay Inslee asking him to order a review into the state’s handling of Oakley’s case. Inslee’s office declined to comment, citing state and federal privacy laws and the ongoing police investigation. Pressed on the matter, and specifically the question of accountability, a spokesperson for Inslee, Mike Faulk, responded via email: “Fine morning to cast aspersions.”
The Oakley Carlson case is not the first to raise questions about the state’s family reunification protocols. In 2010, following a case in which a foster family cared for a girl for four years before she was returned to her birth parents, then-Gov. Chris Gregoire “ordered a full external review of the child welfare system as it relates to this case,” according to reporting by KING 5 News.
Hiles said she’s concerned DCYF has become so focused on reunification of families that the agency has lost sight of its core mission. She added that she hopes something good can come out of Oakley’s case.
“I think that she can really save some kids’ lives,” Hiles said. “Hopefully DCYF can reform and really focus on what they are meant to do and that's, you know, protecting children.”
Hiles also wants whoever’s responsible for Oakley's disappearance to be held accountable.
To this day, framed photos of Oakley adorn Hiles’ home. They serve as reminders of the little girl with a big smile who she and her husband grew to love, and the two happy years she lived with them.
Copyright 2022 Northwest News Network. To see more, visit Northwest News Network.
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2022-05-12T20:13:07+00:00
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knkx.org
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https://www.knkx.org/2022-05-12/case-of-missing-washington-5-year-old-highlights-secrecy-around-cps-cases
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AQABA, Jordan (AP) — Jordan’s prime minister said Tuesday that he has instructed authorities to launch an investigation into the deadly blast the previous day at the Red Sea port of Aqaba that killed at least 13 people.
A crane loading chlorine tanks onto a ship on Monday dropped one of them, causing an explosion of toxic yellow smoke. Along with those killed, some 250 were sickened, authorities said.
Prime Minister Bisher al-Khasawneh visited the site Tuesday and, citing civil defense and environmental authorities, said the gas concentration in the area had returned to normal. He said that most movement at the port has resumed, except for the exact site of the incident which was being cleaned and inspected.
Al-Khasawneh said many of those in hospitals were being discharged.
A government spokesman, Faisal Al-Shboul, told state media that eight of the dead were Jordanian and five were foreigners. Among the injured were Chinese and Vietnamese nationals, hospital officials said.
Video carried on state TV showed the moment the tank exploded, sending dockworkers scrambling to escape the toxic cloud. Some 200 people were hospitalized.
The Public Security Directorate, which initially described it as a gas leak, said authorities sealed off the area after evacuating the injured and sent specialists in to address the situation.
State-run Jordan TV said 13 people were killed. Al-Mamlaka TV, another official outlet, said 199 were still being treated in hospitals. The Public Security Directorate said a total of 251 people were injured.
Aqaba is on the northern tip of the Red Sea, next to the Israeli city of Eilat, which is just across the border. Both are popular beach and diving destinations.
Eilat’s emergency services said in a statement that there was no impact on the city but that they were following the situation closely.
Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.
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2022-06-28T16:36:31+00:00
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wtmj.com
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https://wtmj.com/national/2022/06/28/jordan-promises-inquiry-into-deadly-blast-at-red-sea-port-2/
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BENTON COUNTY, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Officials in Arkansas said Thursday that a missing pregnant woman from Benton County, as well as her baby, were found dead in Missouri.
Two people have been arrested in connection with the case, the Benton County Sheriff’s Office confirmed.
Benton County Sheriff Shawn Holloway said the victim, identified as 33-year-old Ashley Bush, was first reported missing on Monday.
Bush’s fiancé, Josh Willis, had previously said Bush was last seen in Maysville, Arkansas, with a woman who went by the name “Lucy.”
Willis said Bush and he originally met Lucy last Friday at a library, where Bush was applying for a job. Willis said he dropped Bush off at a gas station Monday morning to get a ride with Lucy for Bush’s second interview. At the time she was supposed to return later that afternoon, Willis said he saw Lucy and Bush drive past the gas station.
He tried to follow the car but ultimately could not keep up, he said.
At a press conference on Thursday, Sheriff Holloway said Bush’s body was found in McDonald County, Missouri, that day. The sheriff said Bush’s baby was also found in a separate location in McDonald County on Wednesday.
According to Benton County prosecutor Nathan Smith, Ashley Bush died from an apparent gunshot wound.
“This is just a reminder that there is evil in the world, people do evil things and that someone would prey upon a pregnant woman at her most vulnerable state is unimaginable,” Smith said.
The two people arrested in the case, according to the sheriff,k are Amber Waterman and Jamie Waterman. Both were being held in the McDonald County Jail and are facing federal charges of kidnapping, though more charges could be added later, Smith said.
The Watermans were husband and wife, according to Smith, who also said it was unclear how Ashley Bush and Amber Waterman first met.
The investigation is ongoing.
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2022-11-04T17:35:00+00:00
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wboy.com
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https://www.wboy.com/news/national/pregnant-arkansas-woman-baby-found-dead-in-southwest-missouri/
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Personal emails linked to 235 million Twitter accounts hacked some time ago have been exposed according to Israeli security researcher Alon Gal — making millions vulnerable to having their accounts compromised or identities exposed if they have used the site anonymously to criticize oppressive governments, for instance.
Gal, who is the co-founder and chief technology officer at cybersecurity firm Hudson Rock, wrote in a LinkedIn post this week that the leak “will unfortunately lead to a lot of hacking, targeted phishing, and doxxing.”
While account passwords were not leaked, malicious hackers could use the email addresses to try to reset people’s passwords, or guess them if they are commonly used or reused with other accounts. That’s especially a risk if if the accounts are not protected by two-factor authentication, which adds a second layer of security to password-protected accounts by having users enter an auto-generated code to log in.
People who use Twitter anonymously should have a Twitter-dedicated email address that does not disclose who they are and is used solely for Twitter, experts say.
Though the hack appears to have taken place before Elon Musk took over Twitter, the news of the leaked emails adds another headache for the billionaire, whose first couple months as head of Twitter have been chaotic, to say the least.
Twitter did not immediately respond to a message for comment on the hack.
News of the breach could put the company in trouble with the Federal Trade Commission. The San Francisco company signed a consent agreement with the agency in 2011 that required it to address serious data-security lapses.
Twitter paid a $150 million penalty last May, several months before Musk’s takeover, for violating the consent order. An updated version established new procedures requiring the company to implement an enhanced privacy-protection program as well as beefing up information security.
In November, a group of Democratic lawmakers asked federal regulators to investigate any possible violations by the platform of consumer-protection laws or of its data-security commitments.
The FTC said at the time it is “tracking recent developments at Twitter with deep concern,” though no formal investigation has been announced. But experts and current and former Twitter employees have been warning of serious security risks flowing from the drastically reduced staff and deepening disorder within the company.
In August, Twitter’s former head of security filed a whistleblower complaint alleging that the company misled regulators about its poor cybersecurity defenses and its negligence in attempting to root out fake accounts that spread disinformation.
Among Peiter Zatko’s most serious accusations is that Twitter violated the terms of the 2011 FTC settlement by falsely claiming that it had put stronger measures in place to protect the security and privacy of its users.
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2023-01-07T05:43:12+00:00
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cbs42.com
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https://www.cbs42.com/tech-news/ap-technology/ap-twitter-leak-exposes-235-million-email-addresses-from-hack/
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‘Missing’ cancer cases: New diagnoses dropped more than 14% early in pandemic
During the first year of the COVID pandemic, as people were stuck at home and were less likely to visit their primary doctors for preventative care, a study found that new cancer diagnoses were 14.4% lower than in past years, a study has found.
Published in JAMA Network, the study was led by Loma Linda University School of Medicine in California, with participation from American College of Surgeons Cancer Programs in Chicago, Yale School of Medicine, the American Cancer Society and others.
Researchers analyzed data from the National Cancer Database (NCDB) and found that around 200,000 people who had cancer did not receive diagnoses or treatment when the pandemic began in 2020.
Diagnoses dipped to the lowest point in April 2020.
They rebounded somewhat by mid-2020 — but there was not a surge of backlogged cases after that point, according to a press release from Loma Linda University Health summarizing the findings.
‘Missing cases’ still haven’t materialized
"Our findings revealed what we all feared — that many cancer cases didn’t come in during the early pandemic and didn’t catch up during that first year, meaning those ‘missing cases’ are out there somewhere," said Dr. Sharon Lum, chair of the Loma Linda University Health Department of Surgery and the study’s principal investigator, in the press release.
"Our concern is that these patients may show up later, potentially at more advanced disease stages," she added.
The NCBD was created by the American Cancer Society and the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer.
It contains over 70% of all U.S. cancer cases and is used by almost 1,500 medical programs in the country, the press release stated.
NCBD data is typically pretty stable; this is the first time since 1989 that the cases have fluctuated from the regular patterns, Lum noted.
In addition to seeing the total number of cases decrease, the study authors saw fewer numbers of early-stage diagnoses, indicating that people were not learning about their disease as soon as they might have done pre-pandemic.
"We are alerting the cancer community to look carefully at their institutional data to see how what happened in 2020 could have affected what their reports looked like," Lum said in the press release.
"Database users should consider what activities took place in their local and institutional environment that first year of the pandemic."
Fox News Digital reached out to the study researchers at Loma Linda for comment.
Dr. Marc Siegel, a professor of medicine at NYU Langone Medical Center and a Fox News medical contributor, said the findings reflect what he has seen on the front lines (he was not involved in the study).
"Fear was a factor — even when health facilities were back up and running, and even after infection protocols were in place," said Dr. Siegel.
‘Facing a ticking time bomb’
Dr. Michael Zinner, chief executive officer and executive medical director of Miami Cancer Institute, part of Baptist Health in Miami, Florida, was not involved in the study but said he has seen similar patterns at his own medical practice.
"We have seen more advanced cancer cases post-pandemic, rather than pre-pandemic, specifically within colorectal, lung and breast cancer," he told Fox News Digital in an email.
Zinner expressed concern about having an excess number of diagnoses in the years following the pandemic, as patients and providers potentially scramble to catch up with the backlog.
"Overall, when we consider delayed screening due the pandemic, I think we are facing a ticking time bomb with a 10-year fuse," he said.
"Early diagnosis depends on screening — and screening depends on patients being seen or going to their physicians' office for their annual checkup," said Zinner.
"Since all of that was delayed due to the pandemic, the cascade was inevitable."
Zinner added, "If the pandemic taught us anything, it’s that individuals should prioritize their overall health and ensure they are being proactive," he added.
The delayed screenings and later-stage diagnoses have been one factor contributing to the current cancer drug shortage, Dr. Siegel noted.
"There were high levels of variation between different diseases and individual cancer sites."
Dr. John J. Montville, executive director of oncology services at Mercy Health — Lourdes Hospital in Paducah, Kentucky, noted that while nationally, many areas saw massive decreases in normal cancer screenings, his facility was one of the exceptions.
Montville was not involved in Loma Linda’s study.
"For the area we serve in western Kentucky, we actually conducted a study to look at our cancer screening rates during the pandemic via our Cancer Committee and with data from the Commission on Cancer," he told Fox News Digital.
"We found that our regional decreases in screening were far lower than national averages — so, as such, we are also seeing fewer decreases in new cancer cases diagnosed."
Nationally, however, Montville shares the concern about seeing more later-stage cancers being diagnosed due to delayed screenings.
"The key to beating cancer is, primarily, the ability to catch it early when it is most treatable," he said. "When cases are being caught later on, they will be later stage and more advanced cancers, which have higher mortality [rates] and are harder to treat effectively.
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2023-04-22T01:14:12+00:00
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fox10phoenix.com
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https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/missing-cancer-cases-new-diagnoses-dropped-more-than-14-early-in-pandemic
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OSHKOSH, Wis. (WFRV) – The Oshkosh Police Department has provided an update on a violent carjacking that happened in Oshkosh on September 22.
According to a release, officers have located both the suspect, Albert Smith, and the stolen vehicle that was taken after Smith allegedly pointed a gun at the woman and then hit her in the head with it.
The incident occurred in the 800 block of North Main Street, around 10:30 p.m. on Thursday in Oshkosh.
Officers say that a woman was sitting in her vehicle when a 20-year-old man approached her and pulled out a gun, aiming it at her head.
After a ‘physical struggle’ the suspect hit the woman in the head with the gun and took off in her car.
No other information has been provided at this time.
Local 5 will update this story when further details are released.
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2022-09-28T18:06:16+00:00
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wearegreenbay.com
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https://www.wearegreenbay.com/news/local-news/oshkosh-pd-locate-vehicle-suspect-involved-in-violent-carjacking/
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Planned improvements to M&T Bank Stadium cleared a formal hurdle Wednesday as a state board approved the Maryland Stadium Authority’s request to issue $450 million in bonds to fund the project. The upgrades should be complete by 2025 or 2026.
“It really does underscore the very strong partnership that the state of Maryland has and will continue to have with the Ravens,” Gov. Wes Moore said. “Hopefully, it also means hoisting up a championship in the stadium pretty soon.”
Last year, the General Assembly passed a law permitting the stadium authority — which owns M&T Bank Stadium and Oriole Park at Camden Yards — to borrow up to $1.2 billion to improve the two venues ($600 million each), provided the teams signed long-term leases. The bonds will be paid back later with lottery funds.
The Ravens are able to access the public money because the team signed a lease earlier this year, extending its formal commitment to Maryland by 10 seasons. The lease had been slated to expire in 2027, but will now end in 2037 or, if the team exercises two 5-year options, 2047.
The stadium authority has not made plans to similarly renovate Oriole Park because the Orioles and the state have not signed a long-term lease. That lease expires at the end of this year.
While economists have questioned whether subsidies are “worthwhile public investments,” the stadium authority’s request to issue bonds for M&T Stadium work won unanimous approval from the Board of Public Works, comprised of Moore, Comptroller Brooke Lierman and Treasurer Dereck Davis, all Democrats.
Construction is expected to be completed by Providence, Rhode Island-based Gilbane Building Co., which the board also approved.
“We are pleased and very, very excited to be able to advance this item today to ensure that M&T Bank Stadium will continue to serve as a vital cultural, a vital economic and a vital entertainment asset for Baltimore, and also for the state of Maryland, for years to come,” Moore said.
About $200 million of the money needed to finance the renovations will be borrowed from JPMorgan Chase, stadium authority Chief Financial Officer David Raith told the authority’s board earlier this month.
It is common in the U.S. for local and state governments to subsidize stadiums. Elected leaders often promote such expenditures as economic drivers. Building or renovating a stadium attracts tourists and keeps the professional team, and its positive impact on the economy, from relocating, officials often note. Besides, they say, pro teams boost civic pride.
But economists — while acknowledging the positive benefits of pro sports teams — have long decried the practice of spending substantial public money for the benefit of a privately owned team. Even factoring in the benefit of civic unity, stadium subsidies are bad deals for taxpayers and the money would be better spent on education or tax breaks, they say.
In the case of the Ravens, some have criticized the state for spending hundreds of millions of dollars to increase the club’s formal commitment to Baltimore by as little as one decade.
Economists Dennis Coates, Brad Humphreys and J.C. Bradbury published a paper last year analyzing 30 years of stadium subsidies, which included research from 130 studies. They argued that although such subsidies are typical (the median public contribution to major pro venues built from 1970 to 2020 in the U.S. or Canada was 73%), they are a poor use of government money.
“The large subsidies commonly devoted to constructing professional sports venues are not justified as worthwhile public investments,” they wrote.
But when negotiating with public entities, professional teams have a powerful bargaining chip — the threat to move if they don’t receive money for a stadium or for improvements they seek. Recently, the Oakland Athletics indicated they’ll move to Las Vegas because the Nevada locale is more willing to fund a ballpark.
Humphreys, a West Virginia University professor who received his doctorate in economics from Johns Hopkins, said that the threat of a pro team leaving a city is the primary “driving force” behind stadium subsidies.
Owners of the Orioles and Ravens have said in recent years that they have no plans to leave the city. Still, the fear that a club could seek greener pastures and sweeter subsides remains influential.
“No team is putting a gun to our heads,” Thomas Kelso, then the chair of the stadium authority, told a General Assembly subcommittee last year. “But we have to be realistic that we essentially compete — not today, but in the future — we’re competing with other cities.”
That’s especially relevant in Baltimore, which infamously lost the NFL’s Colts in 1984. Nearly four decades later, that scar hasn’t healed.
“There’s a long memory, still, a hangover from the Colts leaving, in the General Assembly,” said Coates, a professor at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County.
During an October discussion about the potential of the state building a soccer stadium, the state treasurer gave pause: “At some point, we gotta ask ourselves, how much of our entertainment dollars do we have to go around to support baseball and football and soccer and so forth. Is that the best use of our resources?”
But Davis voted for the measure to fund the improvements to the Ravens stadium.
“I’ve expressed my reservations about stadiums generally, but I think in this particular situation, the stadium authority and all that they’ve done, the commitments that the Ravens organization has made to the community, I’m taking a wait-and-see approach,” Davis told The Baltimore Sun after the meeting. “Yes, it is a significant investment, but I believe if everybody is doing their part, if everyone is living up to their commitment, it could be a win-win for the community.”
The exact renovations to M&T Bank Stadium, which opened in 1998, remain unspecified. Per the club’s lease, they will include the mundane (for example, improvements to loading docks), the prominent (developments of plazas on the north and south sides of the stadium) and the exclusive (suite upgrades for fans who pay top dollar).
A Ravens spokesperson declined to comment this week on the board’s approval, but team President Sashi Brown said last month that work could begin as early as this year and will be completed in “‘24, ‘25 and maybe a bit out to ‘26.”
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2023-05-21T12:34:02+00:00
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denverpost.com
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https://www.denverpost.com/2023/05/21/maryland-board-approves-450-million-in-improvements-to-ravens-stadium-2/
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MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WREG) — Tyre Nichols was beaten by police for three minutes, 80 to 100 yards from his home as he called repeatedly for his mother, whose name was tattooed on his arm, family members and attorneys said Monday.
Nichols’ mother and stepfather were joined by their attorneys at a Memphis church Monday, shortly after viewing video of the Jan. 7 traffic stop by Memphis Police that turned deadly.
“What I saw in the video today was horrific,” said his stepfather Rodney Wells. “No father, mother should have to witness what I saw today.”
While family members and attorneys have now seen the video, at the request of investigating agencies, it will be one to two weeks before it will be made public.
Memphis Police and District Attorney General Steve Mulroy said they had met with the family Monday morning to facilitate the viewing of the video. MPD said they are cooperating with investigations by the Department of Justice, FBI, TBI and district attorney’s office.
“We are working with the District Attorney’s Office to determine the appropriate time to release the video recordings publicly,” Memphis Police Chief CJ Davis said in a statement.
Five Memphis Police officers have been fired for their involvement. All of them were African-American, as was Nichols.
Chief Davis said an investigation found the officers “violated multiple department policies, including excessive use of force, duty to intervene, and duty to render aid.”
The Memphis Fire Department on Monday also confirmed that two MFD personnel involved in the initial patient care of Tyre Nichols were relieved of duty while an internal investigation is being conducted.
Attorneys for Nichols’ family said Davis had tears in her eyes when she spoke with them Monday, and told them she was meeting with them not as a police chief, but “as a Black mother.”
Civil rights attorney Ben Crump, who met with city officials Monday, said the race of the police officers was not the relevant factor in this case.
“It is not the race of the police officer that is the determining factor in the amount of force that is exerted. It is the race of the citizen,” Crump said. “We have to have accountability no matter who tramples on the constitutional rights of our citizens.”
He called the video of the encounter appalling, deplorable, heinous, violent and troublesome on every level. He compared it to the video of Rodney King’s beating at the hands of police in Los Angeles in 1992.
Police say on the night of Jan. 7 at approximately 8:30 p.m., Memphis officers pulled Nichols over at Raines and Ross Road, where there was a confrontation. Nichols took off running but before he was arrested, police said there was a second confrontation.
Nichols was hospitalized after the encounter and died Jan. 10.
Attorneys said Nichols was restrained and pepper sprayed by officers from an Organized Crime Unit. The officers were in uniform and in patrol cars, some of them unmarked, they said. Nichols ran from the scene toward home.
Rodney Wells questioned why his stepson was stopped at all. But he understood why he ran.
“He ran because he was scared for his life and he was trying to get home to his mother. That is the only reason,” his stepfather said.
Attorney Tony Romanucci described what he saw on the video as “savage.” He said the officers were “anticipating violence” during the stop, and that civil litigation was coming.
“He was defenseless the entire time. He was human piñata for those police officers. It was an unadulterated, unabashed none stop beaten of this young boy for three minutes,” Romanucci said.
Attorneys questioned why officers in unmarked cars would be conducting traffic stops and promised to pursue legal action to force a change in policy so that no one dies again after a traffic stop in the United States.
Nichols’ parents called for peace in the news conference. If there were any protests, his stepfather asked that they remain peaceful.
Crump said the family agreed to allow investigators to delay the video’s release, as long as they were assured there was no problem with the investigation. But he put a timetable on the video’s release.
“If they don’t have it in two weeks, brother, y’all do what you got to do,” Crump told the crowd.
According to his family, Nichols was 6-foot-3 and 145 pounds — the weight loss was the result of Crohn’s disease. He was 29 years old and father to a 4-year-old. He loved skateboarding, photography and watching the sun set at Shelby Farms Park, they said.
He worked the second shift at the FedEx hub with his father. They came home for lunch break at 7 p.m.
“He was damn near perfect,” said his mother, RowVaughn Wells.
The National Civil Rights Museum released the following statement Monday, in part saying:
“We call for justice for Tyre Nichols. We call for continued immediacy in gathering the facts and evidence in Tyre Nichols’ death. We call for criminal accountability of the police officers who ended his life.
We applaud Police Chief Cerelyn Davis for taking ‘immediate and appropriate action’ in firing the five officers accused in the killing. We encourage Chief Davis to determine the best approach to assess past actions and history of all individual police officers for demeanor that may contribute to future deadly excessive force.
The death of Tyre Nichols is a civil rights issue. As it should be, the case is now both a criminal and civil rights investigation.
Our hearts remain heavy that another Black life has tragically ended. As a community, we cannot remain silent. We must seek justice for Tyre Nichols. For him. For his family. And for all who call Memphis home.”
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2023-01-24T10:56:09+00:00
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qcnews.com
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https://www.qcnews.com/news/national-news/tyre-nichols-family-attorneys-see-appalling-arrest-video-ask-for-justice/
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DOJ reviewing potentially classified docs at Biden center
January 10, 2023 - 9:08 am
WASHINGTON — The Justice Department is reviewing a batch of potentially classified documents found in the Washington office space of President Joe Biden’s former institute, the White House said Monday.
Special counsel to the president Richard Sauber said “a small number of documents with classified markings” were discovered as Biden’s personal attorneys were clearing out the offices of the Penn Biden Center, where the president kept an office after he left the vice presidency in 2017 until shortly before he launched his 2020 presidential campaign in 2019. The documents were found on Nov. 2, 2022, in a “locked closet” in the office, Sauber said.
Sauber said the attorneys immediately alerted the White House Counsel’s office, who notified the National Archives and Records Administration — which took custody of the documents the next day.
“Since that discovery, the President’s personal attorneys have cooperated with the Archives and the Department of Justice in a process to ensure that any Obama-Biden Administration records are appropriately in the possession of the Archives,” Sauber said.
A person who is familiar with the matter but not authorized to discuss it publicly said Attorney General Merrick Garland asked U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois John Lausch to review the matter after the Archives referred the issue to the department. Lausch is one of the few U.S. attorneys to be held over from former President Donald Trump’s administration.
Irrespective of the Justice Department review, the revelation that Biden potentially mishandled classified or presidential records could prove to be a political headache for the president, who called Trump’s decision to keep hundreds of such records at his private club in Florida “irresponsible.”
Trump weighed in Monday on his social media site, asking, “When is the FBI going to raid the many homes of Joe Biden, perhaps even the White House?”
The revelation comes as Republicans have taken control of the House of Representatives and are promising to launch widespread investigations of Biden’s administration.
It also may complicate the Justice Department’s consideration on whether to bring charges against Trump, who has launched a repeat bid for the White House in 2024 and has repeatedly claimed that the department’s inquiry of his own conduct amounted to “corruption.”
The National Archives did not immediately respond to a request for comment Monday. Spokespeople for Garland and Lausch declined to comment.
Rep. James Comer, the new GOP chairman of the House Oversight Committee, said Monday that the revelation raised questions about the Justice Department’s handling of the Trump probe.
“Is the White House going to be raided tonight? Are they going to raid the Bidens?” he asked reporters. “This is further concern that there’s a two-tier justice system within the DOJ with how they treat Republicans versus Democrats, certainly how they treat the former president versus the current president.”
His Democratic counterpart, Rep. Jamie Raskin, said Biden’s attorneys “appear to have taken immediate and proper action.”
“I have confidence that the Attorney General took the appropriate steps to ensure the careful review of the circumstances surrounding the possession and discovery of these documents and make an impartial decision about any further action that may be needed,” he added.
Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, chair of the powerful House Judiciary Committee, said Monday that the American public deserved to know earlier about the revelation of classified documents.
“They knew about this a week before the election, maybe the American people should have known that,” Jordan told reporters. “They certainly knew about the the raid on Mar-a-Lago 91 days before this election, but nice if on November 2, the country would have known that there were classified documents at the Biden Center.”
Jordan is among House Republicans pushing for the creation of a “select subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal government” within the Judiciary Committee.
Votes on creating that committee are expected as soon as this week, setting up a showdown between Republicans and the prosecutors leading various federal investigations, including the ones into Trump.
It wasn’t immediately clear why the White House didn’t disclose the discovery of the documents or the DOJ review sooner. CBS was first to report Monday on the discovery of the potentially classified documents.
The Justice Department for months has been investigating the retention of roughly 300 documents that were marked as classified and were recovered from the Trump’s Florida estate. In that instance, prosecutors say, representatives of Trump resisted requests to give back the full stash of classified documents and failed to fully comply with a subpoena that sought their return.
FBI agents in August served a search warrant at the Mar-a-Lago property, removing 33 boxes and containers.
That investigation is being led by special counsel Jack Smith. Prosecutors have interviewed an array of Trump associates and have been using a grand jury to hear evidence.
It is not clear when a decision when will be made on whether Trump, or anyone else, should be charged.
The think tank, formally known as the Penn Biden Center for Diplomacy and Global Engagement, is affiliated with the University of Pennsylvania and continues to operate independently of the Biden administration.
Associated Press writers Nomaan Merchant, Eric Tucker and Farnoush Amiri in Washington and Michael Tarm in Chicago contributed.
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2023-01-10T18:14:37+00:00
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reviewjournal.com
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https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/politics-and-government/doj-reviewing-potentially-classified-docs-at-biden-center-2709765/
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4moms recalls millions of baby swings and rockers
Millions of baby swings and rockers that pose a risk of asphyxiation or other injuries to infants have been recalled, according to an announcement Monday from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
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4moms, which manufactures products for young children, issued a recall of its MamaRoo Baby Swing — versions 1.0 through 4.0 — and RockaRoo Baby Rockers, the CPSC said.
"When the swing or rocker is not in use, their restraint straps can dangle below the seat and non-occupant crawling infants can become entangled in the straps, posing a strangulation hazard," the CPSC indicated.
The recall affects 2 million MamaRoo swings and 220,000 RockaRoo rockers, according to the CPSC information. The CPSC also indicated that 60,000 MamaRoo swings and 10,000 RockaRoo rockers were sold in Canada.
"4moms has received two reports of entanglement incidents involving infants who became caught in the strap under the unoccupied MamaRoo infant swing after they crawled under the seat, including a 10-month-old infant who died from asphyxiation, and a 10-month-old infant who suffered bruising to his neck before being rescued by a caregiver," a statement from the CPSC and 4moms indicated. "No incidents involving the RockaRoo have been reported."
The statement from 4moms and the CPSC recommends those who have the products "immediately stop using the recalled swings and rockers, place them in an area where crawling infants cannot access and contact 4moms immediately to register for a free strap fastener that will prevent the straps from extending under the swing when not in use."
Baby swings and rockers have been involved in a number of recent recalls. The Kids II Rocking Sleepers were linked to five infant deaths and the the Fisher-Price Rock 'n Play sleepers were connected to more than 30 infant deaths over 10 years.
TJX agreed to pay a fine of $13 million earlier this month for selling those products at TJ Maxx, Marshalls and Home Goods stores from March 2014 through October 2019 after they had been removed from the market.
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2022-08-16T04:04:25+00:00
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kcra.com
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https://www.kcra.com/article/4moms-recall-august-2022/40902636
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Which anime clothes are best?
Even though anime has been around for years, people in the United States have only recently become fanatics of the Japanese illustrations and cartoons. This is mostly due to popular anime shows on Netflix and the streaming service known as Crunchyroll. Anime has become so mainstream that many are showing off their fandom through fashion. Clothing companies are creating anime t-shirts, hoodies and even sneakers.
The best anime clothing is a Ripple Junction hoodie from the popular anime series “Attack on Titan.” This comfy hoodie features the AoT logo on the front with a larger version covering the back. It comes in three different colors. Here are some top picks of the best anime clothing currently available.
What to know before you buy anime clothing
Anime series
There are over 6,000 different anime series being produced today. Most Americans choose to watch their favorite series on Netflix for convenience sake, and because Netflix has exclusive distribution rights to a number of shows. Netflix has shows like “Hunter x Hunter,” “Demon Slayer” and “Death Note.” While Netflix may work for casual anime fans, Crunchyroll features many deep cuts and all-time popular shows you can’t find anywhere else. Shows like “Jujitsu Kaisen,” “My Hero Academia” and “Naruto” play on Crunchyroll, and you can binge them from start to finish.
Merchandise
Anime lovers are very creative when it comes to merchandise. If you’re a die-hard fan, you can cover yourself from head to toe in anime apparel. There are anime socks, sneakers, shorts and even underwear. You can also find anime stickers and buttons for your backpack or purse. If you’re looking for home decor, there are anime posters and blankets, figurines and neon lights in the shape of your favorite anime characters. Anime plush toys are also very popular.
Anime t-shirts
While there is an unlimited number of anime attire, the most popular type of anime clothing is t-shirts. You can easily add these to any outfit and any style. These tops usually come in a wide variety of sizes and colors, making it simple to mix and match with your favorite outfit. Most anime t-shirts are also unisex, which means they can fit all body types.
What to look for in quality anime clothing
Materials
Most anime clothing is made with 100% cotton. This is no surprise because cotton is a preferred material for t-shirts and sweatshirts due to its comfort and durability. Aside from cotton, a lot of anime clothing comes in polyester blends. These materials are synthetic, which means they are durable and wick sweat away from the skin. Both types are great for casual and active wear.
Unisex
Unisex clothing fits all body types, so anyone can purchase a wider variety of styles and designs. For example, if you saw a pair of “Sailor Moon” sneakers that were only designed in a slim fit, you may not be able to fit into them. However, unisex sneakers have a generic size and fit so they can accommodate many different types and sizes of feet. Also, gender-neutral styles make it easier to share clothing with fellow anime fanatics.
How much you can expect to spend on anime clothing
Anime clothing can cost anywhere from $17 for t-shirts to $50 for hooded sweatshirts. Boutique options, customized prints and handmade items may cost more.
Anime clothing FAQ
What is the most popular anime to buy clothing from?
A. “Dragon Ball Z” is one of the most popular anime series of all time. It started back in 1984 and eventually was broadcast in over 80 countries around the world. There are currently 291 episodes of this popular anime. You can find characters from “Dragon Ball Z” on many different types of anime clothing.
Where can I buy anime clothing in stores?
A. While most anime clothing is available from online retailers, you can find some in various brick-and-mortar stores. For example, Hot Topic is a popular store in malls where they sell anime clothing from titles like “Attack on Titan” and “Sailor Moon.” Urban Outfitters also carries select pieces of anime clothing.
What’s the best anime clothing to buy?
Top anime clothing
Ripple Junction Attack on Titan hoodie
What you need to know: Ripple Junction created a very popular hoodie from the “Attack on Titan” series that mixes both comfort and style.
What you’ll love: This cozy hooded sweatshirt is a cotton and polyester blend, so it’s both sweat-resistant and soft to the touch.
What you should consider: Keep in mind this hoodie only comes in black, blue and green.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top anime clothing for the money
Ripple Junction Naruto t-shirt
What you need to know: “Naruto” is a classic anime show with popular characters you can find on all types of anime clothing. This t-shirt from Ripple Junction is soft, stylish and made with 100% cotton.
What you’ll love: This unisex t-shirt features a screen print of Kakashi Hatake on the front, comes in a wide variety of colors and includes seven different size options.
What you should consider: The image may appear smaller on the t-shirt than it does in the product image.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Telacos My Hero Academia sneakers
What you need to know: These unique sneakers feature prints of the entire cast of the popular anime series “My Hero Academia” on the outside of the shoes.
What you’ll love: These unisex sneakers come in a variety of sizes for adults, teens and kids. They feature black canvas and white shoelaces to allow the color print to stand out.
What you should consider: These shoes run small, so purchase one full size up from your normal size.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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2022-11-22T20:46:09+00:00
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ELIZABETHTOWN, Pa. (WHTM) — The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) has fined Mars Wrigley Confectionary after two contractors fell into a chocolate tank at their Pennsylvania facility last year.
The workers had to be rescued after they fell into a partially filled chocolate tank on June 9, 2022. Authorities had to cut a hole in the tank to rescue the two workers. Both were taken to the hospital, one of them by helicopter.
According to OSHA, the fine has been labeled as a serious citation. The citation states that Mars Wrigley did not make sure that the employees had the proper knowledge of how to clean the chocolate tank located in the facility.
OSHA fined Mars Wrigley more than $14,500 for the incident.
“The safety of our Associates and outside contractors is a top priority for our business. As always, we appreciate OSHA’s collaborative approach to working with us to conduct the after-action review,” a Mars Wrigley spokesperson said.
The workers who were contracted to clean the tank were from an outside agency and did not work for Mars Wrigley directly.
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2023-02-12T21:16:18+00:00
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siouxlandproud.com
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https://www.siouxlandproud.com/news/mars-wrigley-fined-after-workers-fell-in-chocolate-tank/
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TOKYO (AP) — A trial looking into widespread bribery at the Tokyo Olympic organizing committee began Friday with a former head of a major ad company admitting to the charges.
Shinichi Uneo, who formerly headed ADK Holdings, quietly told the Tokyo District Court the allegations were accurate. In Japan, a trial continues even if a suspect admits guilt. Three prosecutors took turns reading their opening statement during a two-hour session.
Ueno is accused of paying nearly 15 million yen ($110,000) to Haruyuki Takahashi, a former executive at ad giant Dentsu, who wielded powerful influence in selecting sponsors for the 2020 Games. Ueno is among 15 people arrested in the bribery scandal.
Takahashi has long been a prominent person in sports marketing with Dentsu, the official marketing partner of the Tokyo Olympics. Dentsu has also been implicated in a scandal to bribe International Olympic Committee members who picked Tokyo back in 2013.
The sprawling scandals around the Tokyo Olympics have badly damaged the chance of the northern city of Sapporo of landing the 2030 Winter Olympics. It was the early favorite. The IOC has now pulled Sweden into a possible bid for the 2030 Games.
Tokyo officials spent $13 billion to hold the delayed Tokyo Games, although a Japanese government audit suggested the real price might have been twice that much.
Other trials involving Olympic bribery are expected to follow, including that of Takahashi. Takahashi is suspected of having received about 200 million yen ($1.5 million) in bribes from various companies.
A trial began in December of three officials formerly at clothing manufacturer Aoki Holdings. Aoki was chosen to make licensed products, including outfits for the Japanese Olympic team.
Another company embroiled in the scandal is publisher Kadokawa, where two officials have been arrested. They are accused of paying 76 million yen ($540,000) to Takahashi. The sponsorship allowed Kadokawa to publish programs and other books related to the Tokyo Olympics.
Sun Arrow, which produced the Olympic and Paralympic mascots named Miraitowa and Someity, is also scheduled to stand trial.
Tokyo prosecutors are also carrying out a separate investigation over bid-rigging for Olympics pre-events, and possibly the actual Games.
Senior Olympic official Yasuo Mori, Dentsu’s sports division chief Koji Henmi, and two other executives at event organizing companies were arrested earlier this month on charges of violating anti-monopoly laws.
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2023-02-17T06:44:46+00:00
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URBANA, Ill. (WCIA)– The University of Illinois reported a credible bomb threat around 6 a.m. this morning on campus.
An Illini Alert was sent out that there is a credible bomb threat at Davenport Hall near Oregon St. and Mathews Ave. in Urbana. Officials are asking anyone in the area to get as far away as possible immediately. They say first responders are securing the area, and police are investigating.
The most recent update at 7:17 a.m. said that police continue to be on the scene investigating.
Officials continue to ask people to stay away from the area until there is an “All-Clear ” message.
This is a developing story.
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2023-01-13T14:17:44+00:00
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Layoffs loom in the US manufacturing sector as backlogs shrink
(CNN) — US manufacturers have now mostly worked their way through their backlogged orders — and that means job cuts could be on the horizon as soon as this year.
Those orders, which accumulated because of supply chain disruptions in the early days of the pandemic, have helped keep the manufacturing industry mostly insulated from the mass layoffs seen in other sectors, like technology and finance.
Supply chains, which clogged up during the pandemic and were choked off again after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, have improved considerably in the past year, and manufacturing backlogs are dwindling fast. Meanwhile, demand for manufactured goods has fallen in recent months as consumers and businesses pulled back on purchases in favor of experiences such as travel and dining out.
An analysis by Wells Fargo economists provided to CNN shows that unfilled orders of core capital goods adjusted for inflation, or backlogs, are expected to return to pre-pandemic levels within the next five months. And surveys from the Institute for Supply Management show that the manufacturing sector has been contracting for several months, while fewer manufacturers report an increase in backlogs.
Workforce reduction
While softer demand has allowed manufacturers to reduce their backlog, once it runs out and demand remains subdued, companies will begin to consider reducing their workforce, said Shannon Seery, an economist at Wells Fargo.
“We’re only seeing a gradual pullback in hiring for manufacturing, even as new demand slows, because these backlogs are still helping sustain activity,” she said.
However, she noted: “All of last year we saw the level of outstanding backlog come down, so that and this hit to demand will make firms decide whether to pull back on their capital expenditures, which we’ve already started to see, or begin to lay off workers in an effort to protect profitability.”
Orders for nondefense capital goods excluding aircraft, a key measure of business investment, declined in four of the seven months through February, according to data from the Department of Commerce. Overall orders for durable goods, such as appliances, cars and furniture, fell in three of the past four months through February.
“New orders are starting to soften and supplier deliveries are improving slightly. This is allowing us to reduce our backlog and build a buffer in some categories,” one electrical equipment and appliances manufacturer said in the ISM’s March survey.
Data gauging the manufacturing industry’s health has been mixed. S&P Global’s preliminary manufacturing index for April showed an improvement for the first time in six months, but manufacturers still expressed “some concerns regarding a shift away from goods towards services among customers following the end of the pandemic,” according to the report released on Friday.
A survey of manufacturers in the Federal Reserve’s Chicago district showed that activity deteriorated in April from the prior month as the pace of hiring slowed. Respondents said they expect to pull back on hiring over the next 12 months.
Manufacturing saw job losses in February for the first time in 21 months, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. There were additional manufacturing job losses in the following month.
Already, 3M announced earlier this year that it is cutting 2,500 manufacturing jobs globally because of weakened consumer demand and disruptions in its operations overseas. Dow Inc. also announced thousands of layoffs at the beginning of the year.
However, while manufacturing layoffs are expected, they are likely to be limited. Companies are still struggling to hire and, due to a phenomenon known as labor hoarding, they will hesitate to shed workers because of previous difficulty in attracting and retaining talent.
“Given how difficult it has been to find labor and keep it, manufacturing companies are going to do everything they can to try to avoid layoffs,” said Joshua Shapiro, chief US economist at forecasting firm Maria Fiorini Ramirez. “But I think they can only do that for so long, so they will eventually have to bite the bullet and start laying people off.”
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2023-04-25T11:25:41+00:00
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wishtv.com
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https://www.wishtv.com/news/business/layoffs-loom-in-the-us-manufacturing-sector-as-backlogs-shrink/
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WASHINGTON – Michael Stenger, who served as the U.S. Senate’s sergeant-at-arms and resigned after the Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol, has died. He was 71.
Stenger died Monday of natural causes, according to two people familiar with the matter. One of the people said he had been diagnosed with cancer and had been ill. The people would not discuss details of his condition publicly and spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity.
Stenger had served in the role as the sergeant-at-arms of the Senate since 2018 and had previously worked for the U.S. Secret Service for more than three decades.
Sen. Mitch McConnell, who was majority leader at the time, requested Stenger’s resignation the day after the pro-Trump mob stormed the Capitol. The Senate’s top Democrat, Sen. Chuck Schumer, had vowed that he would fire Stenger when he became Senate majority leader later in the month.
The House sergeant-at-arms, Paul Irving, and Capitol Police Chief Steven Sund also resigned after the insurrection.
Stenger and Irving testified to the Senate Rules Committee in February 2021 about security at the Capitol, the response to the attack and the decision in the days leading up to the riot — as members of the Capitol Police Board, which oversees the force — to not have the National Guard at the Capitol in order to quell any violence. Stenger was also mentioned extensively in the committee’s report examining the attack.
News of Stenger’s passing on Tuesday fueled baseless conspiracy theories online, with some social media users calling his death “suspicious” and attempting to link it to the surprise Jan. 6 hearing announced just 24 hours earlier by the House committee investigating the Capitol insurrection. Stenger died of natural causes, and there is no evidence he was set to testify at that hearing. Cassidy Hutchinson, a Trump White House aide, testified before the committee.
Other posts misidentified Stenger’s cause of death, falsely claiming he was shot and killed in a street in a targeted attack. Those claims appeared to conflate details from a 2013 report about the unrelated death of a 20-year-old in California with the same name.
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Tulp reported from New York.
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2022-06-29T01:53:02+00:00
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clickorlando.com
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https://www.clickorlando.com/news/politics/2022/06/28/us-senate-sergeant-at-arms-during-capitol-riot-dies-at-71/
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Lowe's red vest associates to lend volunteer support throughout two-year partnership extension
ATLANTA, June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Habitat for Humanity International announced that Lowe's has committed $6 million to support home repair and rehab projects undertaken by local Habitat affiliates over the next two years.
Through this partnership, Lowe's will fund four grants to address critical health and safety needs in owner-occupied homes. This year, 75 local Habitat affiliates will use this funding to complete more than 400 projects across the U.S., including critical home repairs, home performance improvements, community revitalization, and repairs and modifications to make homes safer for older homeowners.
Last year, Lowe's and Habitat announced a renewed focus of their national partnership to support home repair and preservation efforts. During 2022, support from Lowe's helped 100 local Habitat affiliates complete 680 projects, providing 550 owner-occupied households with the necessary repairs and modifications to help owners stay and age in their homes safely.
"We are thrilled to have the support of Lowe's for another two years," said Tolli Love, chief development officer at Habitat for Humanity International. "A safe, decent and affordable home can have a significant impact on a family's health and well-being. Through our partnership with Lowe's, we are furthering our commitment to building and improving homes where families can thrive, and communities can transform. We are grateful for Lowe's continued support of our mission and look forward to working together to help even more families build strength and stability through shelter."
As part of the renewal, Lowe's committed $100,000 to support Habitat's Cost of Home national advocacy campaign that brings local Habitat organizations, partners, volunteers and community members together to find solutions and help create policies that will allow 10 million individuals to have access to affordable homes. Lowe's will also support Habitat's Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project, which will be held in Charlotte, North Carolina, Oct. 1 – Oct. 6. As one of the Diamond Sponsors for the event, Lowe's has committed $1 million to support the construction of 20 new homes. Future homeowners will work alongside Lowe's red vest associates and hundreds of other volunteers from around the world during the weeklong build event.
"Over the course of our 20-year partnership with Habitat for Humanity, we have seen firsthand the transformative power that critical home repairs can have on a community when people can continue to live in their homes," said Janice Dupré, Lowe's executive vice president of human resources. "Lowe's is committed to making homes better for all, and we are grateful to Habitat for Humanity and all of our associate volunteers for their dedication to improving access to safe and affordable housing nationwide."
Since the national partnership began in 2003, Lowe's and Habitat have worked together to help more than 18,000 people build or improve a place to call home. Lowe's has committed nearly $90 million to help families improve their living conditions, provided donated products to local Habitat affiliates and engaged associate volunteers across the country.
About Habitat for Humanity
Driven by the vision that everyone needs a decent place to live, Habitat for Humanity found its earliest inspirations as a grassroots movement on an interracial community farm in south Georgia. Since its founding in 1976, the Christian housing organization has since grown to become a leading global nonprofit working in local communities across all 50 states in the U.S. and in more than 70 countries. Families and individuals in need of a hand up partner with Habitat for Humanity to build or improve a place they can call home. Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and pay an affordable mortgage. Through financial support, volunteering or adding a voice to support affordable housing, everyone can help families achieve the strength, stability and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves. Through shelter, we empower. To learn more, visit habitat.org.
About Lowe's
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 50 home improvement company serving approximately 17 million customer transactions a week in the U.S. With total fiscal year 2022 sales of over $97 billion, approximately $92 billion of sales were generated in the U.S., where Lowe's operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing and helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts. For more information, visit Lowes.com.
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2023-06-06T13:51:26+00:00
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Strengthens New Story's Executive Leadership Team
BALTIMORE, Sept. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- New Story, a leading provider of special education services in the U.S., announced the appointment of Gregg Haddad to the position of Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
Haddad brings more than 30 years of public and private company experience across a wide range of finance and business functions within large public businesses as well as complex private businesses, including in the health care, insurance, and technology fields. He's held several senior positions from CFO and Chief Strategy Officer to corporate development.
"Gregg is a proven CFO with a superior track record of delivering results and creating value. I'm excited to welcome him to New Story," said Jon Bicknell, Chief Executive Officer. "His roles spanning financial operations and planning to spearheading important strategic initiatives surrounding growth and value creation will help us evolve our business and add new capabilities that will accelerate our performance and impact of our mission."
Prior to joining New Story, Gregg was the Chief Strategy Officer for Aetna's Government Programs business under the CVS Health umbrella. Prior, he served as Chief Financial Officer for Avalon Healthcare Solutions, a privately owned health IT and value-based services company, and prior to that served as VP of Corporate Development at WellCare Health Plans. Gregg holds a Master's in Business Administration from The University of Chicago and Bachelor of Business Administration from The University of Michigan.
This newly appointed position rounds out the company's executive leadership team, which includes:
- Jon Bicknell, Chief Executive Officer
- Amie Carter, Chief Administrative and Information Officer
- Gregg Haddad, Chief Financial Officer
- Keith Jackson, Chief Operating Officer
- Olena Maleckyj, Chief Human Resource Officer
"Our executive leadership team has the right blend of strategic and well-honed operating skills to continue to transform New Story and our service offerings," added Bicknell. "With this team in place we are well positioned to serve children in need and execute on our mission to help as many children and young adults possible with serious and complex challenges live a better life."
New Story Schools, the company's flagship school brand, was founded in 1997 with one school in Pennsylvania. Since 1997, New Story's network of schools and clinics expanded to six states and 10 portfolio companies. Its 63 schools and clinics offer a range of educational and clinical therapy programs and services for children and young adults with special and alternative education, and pediatric mental health needs.
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2022-09-27T16:40:44+00:00
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BEIRUT — Lebanon’s caretaker prime minister reversed an unpopular decision made by his office to delay the start of daylight saving time by a month, saying Monday the Cabinet decided to implement the change in two days.
“The new daylight saving time will start at midnight Wednesday,” Mikati said after a Cabinet meeting that only discussed the issue.
With some institutions implementing the change while others refused, many Lebanese found themselves in the position of juggling work and school schedules in different time zones — in a country that is just 88 kilometers (55 miles) at its widest point.
Last week, the government said it will delay the start of daylight saving time by a month until the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. That led to mass confusion in a country already experiencing the worst economic and financial crisis in its modern history.
In some cases, the debate took on a sectarian nature, with many Christian politicians and institutions, including the small nation’s largest church, the Maronite Church, rejecting the move.
The small Mediterranean country normally sets its clocks forward an hour on the last Sunday in March, which aligns with most European countries. However, on Thursday, the government announced a decision by Mikati to push the start of daylight saving to April 21.
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2023-03-27T13:19:42+00:00
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washingtonpost.com
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https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2023/03/27/lebanon-daylight-saving-time/08d26bbc-cc9b-11ed-8907-156f0390d081_story.html
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Updated July 12, 2022 at 4:51 PM ET
The Senate voted 48-46 on Tuesday to approve former U.S. Attorney Steven Dettelbach to lead the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, making him the first confirmed head of the agency in seven years.
Republicans Sens. Susan Collins of Maine and Rob Portman of Ohio joined with Senate Democrats to approve Dettelbach's nomination.
"While certainly not a panacea to the gun violence epidemic plaguing our nation, having Mr. Dettelbach at the helm of the ATF will ensure the feds have all hands on deck in the fight to stop gun trafficking, prevent illegal possession of firearms and make sure our kids can't get their hands on dangerous weapons," Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., said after the vote.
Dettelbach will oversee the nation's gun laws at a moment when those policies are under intense public scrutiny. A string of deadly mass shootings and increasing gun violence across the country have placed additional pressure on the ATF and other federal agencies.
A former U.S. attorney in Ohio during the Obama administration, Dettelbach has won support from the National Sheriffs' Association and the International Association of Chiefs of Police. The White House has touted his background as a career prosecutor with a history of working closely with law enforcement on major cases involving gun crimes, gangs and hate crimes.
"Today's vote is another important sign that both parties can come together to support law enforcement and stand up against the horrific scourge of gun violence," President Biden said in a statement after the vote. "I thank the Senate for their support. And it is my hope that we can continue working together to keep Americans safe — especially our children — from mass shootings like those in Uvalde, Buffalo, and Highland Park, as well as the daily acts of gun violence that don't make national headlines. We have so much more to do."
Biden's first nominee for the ATF post withdrew after key Senate Democrats expressed doubt about his background. Dettelbach's own confirmation was delayed for several months after Biden first announced the nomination in April. The Senate Judiciary Committee was deadlocked on the nomination in May and Democrats were forced to push back a floor vote several times.
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2022-07-12T22:02:16+00:00
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PARIS – French President Emmanuel Macron is about to jet off to Qatar for the second time in a week, despite broad concerns about the emirate's human rights and environmental record. Why? Because France is in the World Cup final, and Macron really is a big soccer fan — as well as a prominent advocate of the longstanding partnership between the two countries.
A video broadcast after France's victory over Morocco in the semifinal showed an enthusiastic Macron mingling with French players in the dressing room on Wednesday evening at the Doha stadium, applauding to the sound of the “Freed from desire” music hit that has become the team’s victory hymn.
The World Cup in Qatar has sparked multiple controversies — from the living conditions of migrant workers to the impact on the environment of air-conditioned stadiums and the place of LGBTQ people, as well as women and minorities. Many activists, especially in Europe, had urged a boycott of the tournament.
Some on social media also noted that the six-hour flight from Paris to Doha is energy-consuming and not climate-friendly — in apparent contradiction with Macron's previous commitments.
At a European summit in Brussels on Thursday, Macron said he fully stands by his decision. “I’m backing the France team and I think that the French are too,” he said.
He referred to the more than 20 million viewers who watched the semifinal on French TF1 television, a record high for a World Cup game since 2006. “Figures are there. We love our national team, we are proud of it, we want it to win,” Macron said.
A 44-year-old sport lover, Macron played soccer with the team of France’s elite administration school, the ENA, in the 2000s. He is a supporter of the club of Marseille, in southern France, and played last year in a charity soccer match — a first for a French president in office — during which he scored from a penalty kick.
Macron was also seen boxing during a campaign event in the northern suburbs of Paris in April this year, just before being reelected for a second term — a sport he is said to practice with some of the officers in charge of his security.
The French president had announced in advance that he would attend the semifinal and final if France qualified — just like he did during the previous World Cup won by the French in Russia in 2018.
In response to criticism, he said last month that “ sports should not be politicized. ”
Paris and some other French big cities have decided not to broadcast World Cup matches on giant screens in public fan zones amid concerns about Qatar’s human rights record.
Macron, who said he will meet Sunday with Qatari officials, appears to be sticking to his traditional approach to diplomacy that involves speaking about difficult issues with other world leaders “every time it's needed,” according to the French presidency.
He is one of the very few world leaders to have maintained an open line with Russia’s President Vladimir Putin since the war in Ukraine started.
The France-Qatar relationship, which dates back to the emirate's independence in the 1970s, includes a broad range of political, economic and security agreements that involves oil contracts, arms sales and cultural exchanges. Leading French soccer club Paris Saint-Germain has been owned by Qatar Sports Investments for more than 11 years.
When Macron visited Qatar a year ago, he published a joint statement with the country's ruling emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. Both leaders vowed to enhance economic cooperation and “work together to face global challenges including regional security, terrorism, climate change and energy transition.”
Civil campaign group Avaaz published Wednesday an ad in two French newspapers to denounce Macron's trip to Qatar, saying “Players don't need you at the World Cup. The planet does.”
“We thought that it was a shocking failure of leadership that Emmanuel Macron would go watch football” instead of attending an ongoing U.N. biodiversity conference in Canada, Avaaz campaign director Oscar Soria said on Twitter.
Some French leftist politicians have also criticized Macron’s trips to the emirate.
A Green European Parliament lawmaker, Yannick Jadot, said this week that going to Qatar is a “political mistake” especially in the context of the corruption scandal that led the European Union’s parliament to suspend work on all files involving Qatar.
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2022-12-16T10:35:45+00:00
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clickorlando.com
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https://www.clickorlando.com/news/world/2022/12/16/macron-returns-to-qatar-for-love-of-sport-despite-criticism/
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(The Hill) – Fox News made major changes to its weeknight lineup on Monday, shifting some of its top pundits into new time slots and signaling the beginning of a new era in primetime at the network.
The changes, which go into effect next month, offer clues about the conservative media giant’s strategy ahead of next year’s GOP primary and presidential election.
The reshuffling also comes amid a time of upheaval across the cable news business more generally and as Fox specifically deals with the fallout of a slew of legal headaches and controversies it has faced over its coverage of the 2020 election.
Here are five takeaways.
Jesse Watters sees his star rise further at Fox
Jesse Watters, who got his start in Fox’s 8 p.m. hour as a correspondent for Bill O’Reilly’s program, is taking over Tucker Carlson’s primetime hour. That gives him the keys to what has, in recent years, ranked as the network’s most-watched evening hour.
Carlson was ousted by the network last month and has since launched a version of his popular Fox program on Twitter. Watters was granted his own show at 7 p.m. last January and has reaped ratings success for Fox, consistently beating out other cable channels in that time slot.
Like Carlson, Watters has been no stranger to controversy during his tenure at Fox.
Dr. Anthony Fauci called for Watters to be fired a month before his solo show was launched after the host suggested activists ambush Fauci and go for a rhetorical “kill shot” to his credibility in the form of questions about a Chinese lab’s links to the coronavirus’s origins.
“The only thing that I have ever done throughout these two years is to encourage people to practice good public health practices: to get vaccinated, to be careful in public settings, to wear a mask,” said Fauci, who has been public about the death threats he’s received. “And for that, you have some guy out there saying that people should be giving me a kill shot, to ambush me?”
Fox defended its host at the time, saying his comments had been taken out of context.
“Based on watching the full clip and reading the entire transcript, it’s more than clear that Jesse Watters was using a metaphor for asking hard-hitting questions to Dr. Fauci about gain-of-function research and his words have been twisted completely out of context,” the statement said.
It was a key moment in Watter’s ascendance at Fox, as the network’s defense of his comments showed it was investing stock in one of the younger, more popular members of its roster.
Monday’s lineup shuffle shows Watters, who had been widely viewed as the odds-on favorite to take over for Carlson, has solidified himself as a fixture that the network is now pinning its hopes for a key post on.
Gutfeld takes his schtick to primetime
Greg Gutfeld has been another one of Fox’s rising talents for months, and now he’s getting a chance to bring his flair for comedy to primetime.
The network launched an eponymous Late Night comedy program for Gutfeld at 11 p.m. in 2021 and the conservative pundit has responded by beating out Late Night shows on the major broadcast networks for several weeks running.
Fox’s experiment with Gutfeld paying off proves that there is an appetite for conservative comedy among its audience, and that the network sees this as a growth area where it can capitalize.
Moving into primetime is likewise a significant milestone for Gutfeld, another co-host of “The Five,” who has worked himself from weekend host and comedian to a leading pundit now at the center of Fox’s daily programming during its most-watched hours.
But the lights are brighter in primetime, and Fox is wagering Gutfeld’s style will land well in Ingraham’s former time slot as it looks to hold on to its outsized audience share in the hour before the late local news on the broadcast networks airs.
Hannity, Ingraham remain as Fox mainstays
Sean Hannity and Laura Ingraham are two of Fox’s longest serving hosts and while Hannity is staying in his 9 p.m. time slot, Ingraham’s show is moving up three hours from 10 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Ingraham’s Washington-based program focusing on politics and current events will replace Watters, who was given his first weekday solo show after anchor Martha MacCallum’s newscast was moved to mid-afternoons.
Fox choosing to feature Ingraham’s conservative commentary at 7 p.m. shows it is committed to opinion-based programming in that hour and is now using one of its household names to kick off, instead of wrap-up, its nightly lineup of punditry.
Replacing Watters at 7 p.m. could benefit Ingraham, who will now follow the network’s top-watched newscast at 6 p.m. and will have the advantage of reacting to the top news of the day three hours sooner each weeknight.
Keeping Hannity and Ingraham in the primetime mix also suggests that Fox would rather bet on horses it knows can deliver ratings, rather than look outside its ranks to fill key vacancies and stay atop the ultra-competitive cable news business.
Pro-Trump talk is welcome in primetime on Fox
Keeping Hannity and Ingraham in primetime shows Fox is not straying from pro-Trump commentary, as some critics on the right have suggested in recent months.
Text messages from Hannity and Ingraham made public as part of the investigation into the Jan. 6 Capitol riot showed the two hosts pleading with Trumps’ aides to call the mob off, with Ingraham at one point writing the spectacle was “hurting all of us.”
The episode was a clear window into the mutually beneficial relationship between Trump, an avid cable news watcher, and the conservative media figures that have long backed him.
Watters and Gutfeld, meanwhile, have similarly used commentary supportive of Trump to boost their credibility with Fox’s conservative audience, much of which remains loyal to the former president.
As the 2024 GOP primary heats up, the assembling of the four pundits suggests it is unlikely viewers can expect to see a pivot away from Trump on Fox in primetime anytime soon.
Gutfeld, Waters do represent a kind of shift
Fox has always leaned on primetime pundits who appeal to conservative audiences.
But in tapping Gutfeld and Watters for primetime shows, Fox News is leaning into the news-entertainment business given the voices of the two up-and-coming conservative media stars.
Neither Gutfeld nor Watters are cut from the same kind of mantel as Carlson or Hannity.
While Gutfeld has used explicit joke telling to grow his audience, Watters has more often relied on quirky and unorthodox segments to spark shock, awe and sometimes controversy during his nightly show.
The pair’s ascendence also comes as Fox makes a push into entertainment programming on streaming, publishing stand up specials with controversial comedians like Roseanne Barr and Rob Schneider on its “Fox Nation” platform.
As the news consumption habits of Americans change, and public polling shows more people are growing increasingly tired of partisan politics, Fox attempting to carve a lane out in the political entertainment space can be seen as an acknowledgement the world it operates in is changing rapidly.
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2023-06-27T11:46:30+00:00
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pix11.com
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https://pix11.com/news/us-world-news/five-takeaways-from-the-prime-time-shuffle-at-fox-news/
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President Biden arrived in Sharm El Sheikh to address the climate summit Friday.
Here & Now’s Scott Tong talks with NPR’S Michael Copley about what points Biden made in his speech.
This article was originally published on WBUR.org.
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2022-11-11T20:56:39+00:00
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nprillinois.org
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https://www.nprillinois.org/2022-11-11/biden-addresses-climate-summit
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President Joe Biden has signaled he might forgive some student loan debt and further extend the federal moratorium on repayments, a lawmaker who discussed the issue with him said Wednesday.
The White House was notably more measured about Biden's stance, but such moves would be a boon to many of the 43 million Americans carrying student loans worth $1.6 trillion, according to federal figures. It would also be a win for Democratic and progressive leaders who have long pressed the president to carry through on a 2020 campaign promise that he would "immediately" cancel up to $10,000 in debt per student.
Biden's remarks came during a wide-ranging Monday meeting at the White House with seven members of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, according to Rep. Tony Cardenas, who was among them. He said in an interview Wednesday that he asked President Biden to extend the moratorium on debt payments through this year, instead of letting it expire Aug. 31.
"He immediately smiled and said, "I've extended in the past, and you're going to like what I do next,'" Cardenas said. "So I said, 'OK, wonderful. Next question.'"
Cardenas said he then asked about forgiving at least $10,000 in debt for each student, which he said the caucus believes Biden can do using executive powers. That would preclude the need for legislation from Congress, where there is Republican opposition.
"He said, 'Yes, I'm exploring doing something on that front,'" said Cardenas. "And he also smiled and said, 'You're going to like what I do on that as well.'"
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, sounded a similar note of optimism Wednesday. "I think the president is moving in our direction. My talks with him and his staff have been very fruitful over the last little while," Schumer said.
White House press secretary Jen Psaki said Tuesday that during the meeting, "what he reiterated is that he will make a decision before" the current repayment suspension ends Aug. 31. She said President Biden "is looking at other executive authority options he has to bring relief to people who have student loans."
Sweeping student loan forgiveness is anathema for many Republicans and others concerned about its costs to the government at a time of huge federal deficits.
"Desperate polls call for desperate measures: Dems consider forgiving trillions in student loans," Republican Sen. Mitt Romney tweeted mockingly Wednesday. "Other bribe suggestions: Forgive auto loans? Forgive credit card debt? Forgive mortgages? And put a wealth tax on the super-rich to pay for it all. What could possibly go wrong?"
Cardenas said Biden didn't specify when he would take action or detail what he would do, beyond saying, "Soon."
"I got the strong feeling, and so did my colleagues, that he enjoyed answering those questions with his body language, with his words, with the smile on his face, and encouraging us that we're going to like what he's going to do," Cardenas said.
Cardenas said the question of whether debt forgiveness should be curbed for higher-income students, which could curb the costs of the proposal, did not come up during the White House meeting. He also said when President Biden asked if forgiveness should apply to borrowers who attended private and public schools, he and other lawmakers said they wanted students from both types of institutions to be eligible.
Some Democrats fear providing loan relief to students who attended expensive private universities would provide an easy campaign target for Republicans in this fall's elections for control of Congress.
Even so, remarks by several Democrats suggest a broad effort to ease student debt could help the party with minority voters.
Cardenas said he told Biden that Hispanic students with college debt typically face higher long-term debt burdens than White students. "We're trying to help all former students, but Hispanic households and people trying to get back on their feet, it's affecting Hispanics at a higher level," Cardenas said.
Rep. Raul Ruiz, chair of the caucus, said in a separate statement Wednesday that Hispanic students "disproportionately carry the burden of student debt in our nation." He said the caucus would continue working with President Biden "to make sure our students have a seat at the table when it comes to their financial health and well-being."
Schumer sounded the same theme, saying that Black, Hispanic and other minority voters tend to carry more debt deeper into their lives.
"This isn't just the right thing to do for our economy. It's the right thing to do for racial equity," he said.
The pandemic prompted then-President Donald Trump and Congress to begin providing student loan relief in March 2020.
After initially letting borrowers choose to suspend payments for at least 60 days, the moratorium was made automatic and eventually extended several times by Trump and later President Biden. Interest rates during the suspension have been 0%.
Also at Monday's White House meeting, Rep. Nanette Barragan said she told Biden he should let Trump-era restrictions letting authorities quickly expel migrants crossing from the Mexican border expire as planned on May 23. Other participants at that meeting said President Biden expressed opposition to the restrictions but did not specifically say what he would do.
Many Democrats oppose those curbs, which let the government cite fears about spreading COVID-19 to reject asylum-seekers. Republicans and significant numbers of Democrats want the procedures left in place, and letting them lapse is seen as a political vulnerability for Democrats among moderate voters.
Additional reporting by The Associated Press.
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2022-04-28T16:44:01+00:00
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ktvh.com
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https://www.ktvh.com/news/national/biden-expected-to-take-steps-toward-student-loan-forgiveness
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A’s discussed having resorts cover potential tax shortfalls at Strip ballpark site
The Oakland Athletics’ negotiations for an alternative ballpark site in Southern Nevada included the possibility of having north Strip and downtown resort operators cover any shortfalls in tax revenue needed to finance construction of the stadium.
The condition would have been tied to a special tax district around the Las Vegas Festival Grounds, 39 acres on the southwest corner of Las Vegas Boulevard and Sahara Avenue owned by Phil Ruffin. The site was one of the final locations the A’s considered for a new ballpark before entering a binding purchase agreement last week for the former Wild Wild West property at Tropicana Avenue and Dean Martin Drive.
“It was something we have discussed,” Resorts World President Steve Sibella said of the tax shortfall proposal in an email to the Las Vegas Review-Journal. “But not the reason the deal didn’t get done at the festival site.”
Ruffin, who owns Circus Circus and Treasure Island on the Strip, wasn’t available for comment regarding the festival grounds negotiations.
The A’s declined to comment on negotiations regarding potential ballpark sites other than the former Wild Wild West location.
Under the festival grounds proposal, if taxes generated in the stadium district — including sales, live entertainment and property taxes — didn’t meet the amount needed to repay county bonds, the resorts in the stadium’s vicinity could have been relied upon to cover the difference.
North Strip and downtown resort operators had expressed public support for the festival grounds site, saying it would greatly benefit their businesses.
The tax district at the festival grounds would have been similar to the one the A’s are now working to secure at the former Wild Wild West property, just west of the Strip and owned by Red Rock Resorts. The A’s are asking for up to $500 million in public funding for a $1.5 billion ballpark with 30,000 to 35,000 seats and a partially retractable roof. The bill that would create the tax district and enable the Major League Baseball team’s relocation to Las Vegas has not yet been introduced at the Nevada Legislature.
Although the A’s now intend to buy the 49 acres at Tropicana and Dean Martin, Sibella said Resorts World is still in favor of the team relocating to Southern Nevada.
“Yes, we were disappointed because we know it’s the best site for the city of Las Vegas,” Sibella said of the Las Vegas Festival Grounds. “We’re happy that the A’s are coming and will support them, but not as much as we would have if it was the festival lot.”
Derek Stevens, who owns multiple downtown resorts, including Circa, also was part of meetings with the A’s and echoed Sibella’s sentiments.
“I’m a big supporter of the Oakland A’s coming to Las Vegas,” Stevens said in a statement. “This is an exciting time for the city as it continues to reinvent itself and expand its sports landscape.”
The A’s also had an option to place their proposed Southern Nevada ballpark on excess land around the Rio, located on the north side of Flamingo Road, just west of Interstate 15 and the Strip. Dreamscape Companies, owner of the Rio, offered the A’s 22 acres for $1, but the A’s declined.
A source indicated that the A’s preferred the Wild Wild West site, despite the $1 offer, because of traffic and parking challenges the Rio site would have presented.
Contact Mick Akers at makers@reviewjournal.com or 702-387-2920. Follow @mickakers on Twitter.
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2023-04-28T20:16:59+00:00
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reviewjournal.com
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https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/athletics/as-discussed-having-resorts-cover-potential-tax-shortfalls-at-strip-ballpark-site-2769497/
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Canadian cannabis market leader introduces new offerings across its house of brands – 7ACRES, Ace Valley, Deep Space and Doja
SMITHS FALLS, ON, May 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Canopy Growth Corporation ("Canopy Growth" or the "Company") (TSX: WEED) (NASDAQ: CGC), a world-leading diversified cannabis, hemp, and cannabis device company, today unveiled a line-up of new offerings across its premium brand portfolio – 7ACRES, Ace Valley, Deep Space and Doja. With select products releasing just in time for the first long weekend of the summer, including the release of its first large format premium flower offering for the recreational market, Doja 91K 14g, this new line-up builds on the Company's continued commitment to product innovation and meeting evolving consumer demand, while cementing Canopy's leadership position in the premium flower market.
"We are continuing our commitment to product innovation, tirelessly evolving our portfolio to provide consumers with the quality and variety of products they crave," said Julian Cohen, Chief Innovation Officer at Canopy Growth. "Our new infused pre-rolls from 7ACRES and first large format offering from Doja are both excellent examples of how consumer and customer insights are driving our innovation strategy. We're excited to weave these insights and our premium product attributes into our new product releases."
7ACRES unveiled two new premium flower offerings: 7ACRES Lemon Zkltz 3.5g, which features light green colouration with pink pistils and dense structure, pungent and complex aromas that transfer to robust flavour for a super smooth taste experience, and 7ACRES Jack Haze Bubble Hash Infused pre-roll joints. Made using a true-to-flower infusion of Jack Haze Bubble Hash, these pre-rolls deliver high potency and increased flavour for an elevated smoking experience. These products come on the heels of the Know the Grow ten-video educational content series, which provides Canadians with an inside look at the talent, genetics and grow techniques behind the 7ACRES brand and flower portfolio.
The Ace Valley brand portfolio continues to expand with the release of Ace Valley Wappa 3x 0.5g pre-rolled joint which comes in new recyclable and reusable packaging and boasts a pleasant, fruity aroma and flavour. Ace Valley is expanding its vape offering with Orange Frosty Live Terp Sauce 1g 510 cartridge, offering a blend of live terp sauce, extracted from fresh, flash-frozen cannabis flower, and high purity THC distillate with citrusy, sweet orange flavours that are perfect for daytime.
In the beverage category, Deep Space released two bold new flavours: Orange Orbit and The Grape Unknown. Both full-flavoured, cannabis-infused carbonated beverages deliver a nostalgic taste with a unique flavour twist iconic to Deep Space. Fueled by 10mg of THC in every recyclable 222ml can, these new flavours are potent and ready to drink.
Doja introduced three new offerings for craft cannabis connoisseurs: Doja Legendary Larry, an indica-dominant strain, hang dried and hand finished, featuring mossy green and dense buds with a layer of icy trichomes and now available as a long-term offering in 3.5g of flower and 3 x 0.5g pre-rolled joints; Doja Garlic Chem 3.5g, an indica-leaning hybrid strain available for a limited time only and influenced by the high-quality cultivation techniques found in British Columbia's Okanagan Valley, featuring dense and colourful buds that possess a gassy and garlic combination of aromas and flavours; and Doja 91K 14g, which emits a deep, dank terpene profile that includes myrcene, linalool and limonene, and is the brand's first premium large format offering for the recreational market.
These new offerings are available for purchase via legal recreational cannabis retail locations and e-commerce channels, with select products available for a limited time only, including the 7ACRES Lemon Zkltz 3.5g, Ace Valley Orange Frosty Live Terp Sauce 1g 510 cartridge and Doja Garlic Chem 3.5g.
Canopy Growth (TSX:WEED, NASDAQ:CGC) is a world-leading diversified cannabis and cannabinoid-based consumer product company, driven by a passion to improve lives, end prohibition, and strengthen communities by unleashing the full potential of cannabis. Leveraging consumer insights and innovation, we offer product varieties in high-quality dried flower, oil, softgel capsule, infused beverage, edible, and topical formats, as well as vaporizer devices by Canopy Growth and industry-leader Storz & Bickel. Our global medical brand, Spectrum Therapeutics, sells a range of full-spectrum products using its colour-coded classification system and is a market leader in both Canada and Germany. Through our award-winning Tweed and Tokyo Smoke banners, we reach our adult-use consumers and have built a loyal following by focusing on top quality products and meaningful customer relationships. Canopy Growth has entered into the health and wellness consumer space in key markets including Canada, the United States, and Europe through BioSteel sports nutrition, and This Works skin and sleep solutions; and has introduced additional federally-permissible CBD products to the United States through our First & Free and Martha Stewart CBD brands. Canopy Growth has an established partnership with Fortune 500 alcohol leader Constellation Brands. For more information visit www.canopygrowth.com.
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2022-05-20T14:14:37+00:00
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live5news.com
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https://www.live5news.com/prnewswire/2022/05/20/canopy-growth-kicks-off-summer-long-weekends-with-exciting-new-product-line-up/
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Editor’s note: If you have an event you would like to have included, please email the information to Reporter Victoria Ritter, vritter@mdn.net.
Sunday, Oct. 2
The 50th Midland CROP Hunger Walk is set for 12:30-3:30 p.m. at the old Farmers Market by the Tridge. Pre-walk festivities and games will take place at 12:30 p.m. with the walk starting at 2 p.m. For more info about CROP Walk, contact Judy at jsmcdowell@charter.net.
Nature Play is set for 2-4 p.m. at Chippewa Nature Center's The Woods Nature Play Area near Arbury Trail. It’s time to play outdoors! Whether it's making pies in the mud kitchen, pretending to be animals, lounging in hammocks or creating nature art, this time of play is sure to engage everyone. Caregivers must remain with children during this program and are encouraged to actively play alongside the children in their care. This program will be facilitated by a CNC staff member. This event is free.
Monday, Oct. 3
Learn to Swing Dance in One Hour is set for 5-6 p.m. at Creative 360. Blast from the Past will play 6-8 p.m. in Creative 360's Bayliss gallery and Laura and Dexter Brigham will show participants the basics from 5-6 p.m. No experience necessary – come alone or with a partner. This event is for ages 16 and up. Cost is $5.
Tuesday, Oct. 4
Riverside Writers – Writing & Telling Your Story is set to meet 3-4 p.m. at Riverside Apartments. Everyone’s life is a story to tell. Anne McGeehan-Woodard leads the writing and/or telling of stories. Participants can share their stories in this relaxed atmosphere. There is no charge to attend. Contact Creative 360 if you're interested in attending.
Thursday, Oct. 6
A Story Hour is set for 9:30-10:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at Chippewa Nature Center. Come spend an hour learning about nature. The hour will include a story, crafts and other age-appropriate activities. Dress for the weather for this outdoor program. Program will move indoors if weather is poor. This event is free.
The Pendulum Lounge is open 4:30-8 p.m. at Midland Center for the Arts. DJAM will provide live music. Guests can enjoy craft cocktails, small plates and hearty offerings. Tickets are not required to attend the Pendulum Lounge, seating is available on a first-come first-served basis.
A Fall Color Tour by Voyageur Canoe is set for 5:30-7 p.m. at Chippewa Nature Center. Enjoy a colorful autumn afternoon on the Tittabawassee River while paddling a 29-foot Voyageur canoe, exploring the river and shoreline as the group shares stories of the past. The group will meet at Golfside Drive Park Boat Launch off Currie Parkway. Cost is $20.
Friday, Oct. 7
An Evening of Disability Culture is set for 7-8:30 p.m. at Creative 360. Join disabled artists Stephanie Heit and Petra Kuppers for an offering that will include poetry, fiction, movement and more in an evening that will invite and celebrate creative expression. Refreshments will be served. This event is free, but donations are always welcome.
Saturday, Oct. 8
A Spooktacular Halloween Flea Market and Craft Show is set for 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at 132 Ashman Circle in Midland. Twenty craft vendors and food trucks will be present. Visitors can scour booths for unique Halloween crafts and vintage flea market items for sale. Coffee will be available for purchase through the Stranded Yarn Coffee Shop. Parking is in front of the building. There is additional parking located in the back of the building.
Writing Workshop I with Sephanie Heit and Petra Kuppers is set for 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Creative 360's Downtown Midland space. In this generative workshop, participants will use sensory experiences as starting points for writing in poetry, fiction, or nonfiction. The group will engage in writing experiments for the majority of the session with the remaining time used for optional sharing. Suggested $15 donation.
Sensorial Forests Experience with Stephanie Heit and Petra Kuppers is set for 3-5 p.m. at Chippewa Nature Center. The group will tune into our bodyminds using breath and movement; explore surroundings through a menu of texture, sound, memory, smell, language, gesture; and collaborate as a group to create support, cultivate pleasure and tend themselves and the space around them. Suggested $15 donation.
The Fall 2022 Midland County Treasure Hunt is set for 4:15-9:30 p.m. Participants will gather at the old Farmers Market area by the Tridge. From there, they'll solve a series of Star Trek-themed puzzles which will take them around the area, ending at a final destination where everyone will enjoy a meal together. The cost is $20 per person. Email midlandtreasurehunt@gmail.com with any questions. Registration is available at https://forms.gle/cbkhSgk3AGxbaYfa6
The Midland Symphony Orchestra's first concert of the season, "Symphonic Dances: Rebirth, Renewal and West Side Story," is set for 7:30 p.m. at Midland Center for the Arts. The concert will feature Dai Wei, who was inspired by cycles of rebirth when composing Samsaric Dance. The evening is rounded out by the lush rhythmic vivacity and shifting tones of Rachmaninoff’s Symphonic Dances and selections from Bernstein’s iconic musical. Tickets start at $26.50 for adults, $5 for students and can be purchased at midlandcenter.org, by calling the Ticket Office at 989-631-8250 or in-person.
Monday, Oct. 9
Writing Workshop II with Stephanie Heit and Petra Kuppers is set for 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Creative 360. In this generative workshop, participants will use their environments as starting points for our writing in poetry, fiction, or nonfiction. Participants will engage in writing exercises for the majority of the session with the remaining time used for optional sharing. Suggested $15 donation.
A Full Moon Stroll is set for 8:30 p.m. at Chippewa Nature Center. Join an interpretive naturalist for a hike to enjoy this month’s full moon. Learn how the tradition of naming moons began and what makes each month special. Please wear dark colors and bring a flashlight. This event is free.
Tuesday, Oct. 10
Mid-Mitten Wild Ones's presentation on "Fruit-Producing Trees and Shrubs" is set for 6:30-8 p.m. at Chippewa Nature Center. Fall is a good time to plant new trees and shrubs, since the roots gain a few weeks of growth before cold weather sets in. Learn about these native plants from Martha Holzheuer, Nature Niche owner, certified landscape ecologist, and Jeanne Henderson, interpretive naturalist, Mid-Mitten Chapter President. There is no cost to attend.
Tuesday, Oct. 11
Fall Color Tour by Golf Cart is set for 1-2:30 p.m. at Chippewa Nature Center. Meet in front of the Visitor Center to catch a tour that will take guests around the prime locations on CNC’s property to catch a glimpse of the autumn beauty. Personal mobility equipment may be safely stored in the Visitor Center for the duration of the program. Cost is $15, registration is required.
Riverside Writers – Writing & Telling Your Story is set to meet 3-4 p.m. at Riverside Apartments. Everyone’s life is a story to tell. Anne McGeehan-Woodard leads the writing and/or telling of stories. Participants can share their stories in this relaxed atmosphere. There is no charge to attend. Contact Creative 360 if you're interested in attending.
Agree to Disagree Live Show is set for 7 p.m. at Grace A. Dow Memorial Library. Hosted by Breaking Bread Village. This event is free.
Learn to Play Chess in One Hour is set for 7-8 p.m. at Creative 360's 142 E. Ashman St. location. Participants will be matched one-on-one with a seasoned chess player ready to teach "the moves." No experience is necessary. This event is for ages 10 and up. Cost is $5.
Thursday, Oct. 13
The Pendulum Lounge is open 4:30-8 p.m. at Midland Center for the Arts. Dave and Andy will provide live music. Guests can enjoy craft cocktails, small plates and hearty offerings. Tickets are not required to attend the Pendulum Lounge, seating is available on a first-come first-served basis.
Friday, Oct. 14
A Wee Stroll is set for 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Chippewa Nature Center. This program is designed for parents to take a guided walk with their child, learn about the outdoors and learn ways to introduce children to the natural world around them. The group will meet at the Visitor Center. This event is free.
The Peking Acrobats featuring the Shanghai Circus is set to perform at 7 p.m. at Midland Center for the Arts. Accompanied by live musicians on traditional Chinese instruments, in a time-honored tradition that fuses Chinese music and awe-inspiring acrobatic feats, the Peking Acrobats also incorporate high-tech special effects, creating an exuberant performance with the festive pageantry of a Chinese Carnival. Tickets start at $19.50 and can be purchased at midlandcenter.org, by calling the Ticket Office at 989-631-8250 or in-person.
Evil Dead the Musical is set for 8-10:30 p.m. at Stratford Woods Park. Six Eleven Theatre Company will be taking visitors deep into Stratford Woods park to a cabin in the woods. This will be a three-weekend performative event with the Evil Dead musical, food trucks, a small scare walk, costume contests and more.Tickets are available at www.sixeleventheatre.org/evildead. Evil Dead the Musical will continue at the same time on Oct. 15, 20, 21, 22, 27, 28 and 29.
Saturday, Oct. 15
The 42nd Annual Ski Swap is set for 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the Greater Midland Community Center, hosted by the Snow Snake Mountain Ski Patrol. Families will have the opportunity to purchase new and used ski and snowboarding equipment of all sizes at reasonable prices. Available equipment includes skis, snowboards, ski and snowboard boots, XC equipment, helmets and winter clothing. Due to construction activities at the Community Center, the main parking lot is closed; parking is available in parking lots off of Nelson, East Collins, and George streets.
The Midland Fire Department's annual open house is set for 1-4 p.m. at their Headquarters Station on Haley Street. Guests are invited to come and meet firefighters, tour the station, check out equipment, and learn about fire safety.
Evil Dead the Musical is set for 8-10:30 p.m. at Stratford Woods Park. Six Eleven Theatre Company will be taking visitors deep into Stratford Woods park to a cabin in the woods. This will be a three-weekend performative event with the Evil Dead musical, food trucks, a small scare walk, costume contests and more.Tickets are available at www.sixeleventheatre.org/evildead. Evil Dead the Musical will continue at the same time on Oct. 20, 21, 22, 27, 28 and 29.
Sunday, Oct. 16
Airport Story Hour is set for 1-2 p.m. at Jack Barstow Municipal Airport. Children ages 2-5 are invited to enjoy a light snack while listening to an aviation/space related story at this free event. Warm weather readings will be held in the beautiful outdoor MCADA area near the terminal. Cold weather readings will be held in the terminal building. If held inside current CDC recommendations will be followed.
A Poetry Reading by Carol Sanford is set for 2-3:30 p.m. at Creative 360. Carol Sanford comes back to Creative 360 to read all new poems from "Deadheading Daisies" as well as a collection of humorous pieces. Join her for an afternoon of ease and poetry. Bring an old or new friend. Light refreshments provided. Guests are asked to preregister if possible. Cost is $8 with all proceeds going to Creative 360.
Natural Resource Use by Indigenous People is set for 2 p.m. at Chippewa Nature Center. Indigenous people lived near the Pine River for hundreds of years and used plants and animals in their environment to prosper. Fall was an important time of year to make final preparations for the coming winter. Join CNC's historical interpreter to learn about these necessary resources. Meet outside the Visitor Center. This event is free.
Nature Play is set for 2-4 p.m. at Chippewa Nature Center's The Woods Nature Play Area near Arbury Trail. It’s time to play outdoors! Whether it's making pies in the mud kitchen, pretending to be animals, lounging in hammocks or creating nature art, this time of play is sure to engage everyone. Caregivers must remain with children during this program and are encouraged to actively play alongside the children in their care. This program will be facilitated by a CNC staff member. This event is free.
Monday, Oct. 17
A Lunch and Learn session is set for 12 p.m. at the Greater Midland Community Center's 50+ Center. This lesson will focus on how to design a winter walking program, presented by Abbi Brady, PT, DPT. Independence Village Senior Living will provide lunch. This event is free to seniors. Those interested in attending are asked to RSVP to Amanda, 989-832-7937 ext. 2270 or aewald@greatermidland.org at least one week prior to the event.
Tuesday, Oct. 18
Riverside Writers – Writing & Telling Your Story is set to meet 3-4 p.m. at Riverside Apartments. Everyone’s life is a story to tell. Anne McGeehan-Woodard leads the writing and/or telling of stories. Participants can share their stories in this relaxed atmosphere. There is no charge to attend. Contact Creative 360 if you're interested in attending.
Let's Roll Together Skate Session is set for 6-7:30 p.m. at the Roll Arena. Join The Arc of Midland for an all-inclusive skate session for individuals with and without disabilities. This session will include wheelchair accessible lanes. These lanes can also be used by individuals who may need assistance with a non-skating support person. Admission is $10 and includes skate rental; caregivers and direct support staff can enter for free. Contact the Roll Arena at 989-496-2900 or skating@rollerskate.com with any questions.
Wednesday, Oct. 19
Coffee and Conversation is set for 8-9:30 a.m. at Populace Coffee in Midland. Ever wanted to learn more about United Way or the needs in our community? Grab your morning coffee and chat with the United Way of Midland staff about what's happening in Midland County. This event is free.
Thursday, Oct. 20
A book talk and signing with Elizabeth Meyette is set for 7-8:30 p.m. at Creative 360. Join Midland native and retired MPS teacher Elizabeth Meyette as she returns to read from her two latest books: "The Go to Sleep Tree," her first picture book, and "Invisible Pursuit," a novel of romantic suspense set in Grand Rapids. Books will be available for purchase. Participants are asked to pre-register. Cost is $5.
Evil Dead the Musical is set for 8-10:30 p.m. at Stratford Woods Park. Six Eleven Theatre Company will be taking visitors deep into Stratford Woods park to a cabin in the woods. This will be a three-weekend performative event with the Evil Dead musical, food trucks, a small scare walk, costume contests and more.Tickets are available at www.sixeleventheatre.org/evildead. Evil Dead the Musical will continue at the same time on Oct. 21, 22, 27, 28 and 29.
Friday, Oct. 21
An opening reception for "The Individual Human Experience: The Art of Jazzmyn Benitez" is set for 7-8:30 p.m. at Creative 360. This exhibition reflects Benitez’s personal human experience. Words, phrases, and poems are interwoven with her art and a curated playlist to connect the artist and the space to the greater community. Admission to all of the gallery exhibits is free. Call for weekend and evening hours. This event is free.
Little Women is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. at Midland Center for the Arts. In a war-torn world defined by gender, class, and personal tragedy, Jo gives us her greatest story: that of the March sisters, four dreamers destined to be imperfect little women. Tickets start at $19.50 for adults, $13.50 for students and can be purchased at midlandcenter.org, by calling the Ticket Office at 989-631-8250 or in-person.
Evil Dead the Musical is set for 8-10:30 p.m. at Stratford Woods Park. Six Eleven Theatre Company will be taking visitors deep into Stratford Woods park to a cabin in the woods. This will be a three-weekend performative event with the Evil Dead musical, food trucks, a small scare walk, costume contests and more.Tickets are available at www.sixeleventheatre.org/evildead. Evil Dead the Musical will continue at the same time on Oct. 27, 28 and 29.
Saturday, Oct. 22
Yoga Coffee Hour is set for 9:15-11 a.m. at Mi Element Grains & Grounds. Join Sarah Nelson for 45 minutes of all-levels yoga practice and stay for a drink and friendly conversation. Cost is $18 for yoga and a drink, $12 for just yoga. Participants may bring their own mat and any yoga props they like to support their practice; a limited number of mats will be available to borrow.
The Friends of the Grace A. Dow Memorial Library fall book sale is set for 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the library. The auditorium and mezzanine will house over 10,000 donated items, all that are either new or gently used. Prices typically range from 50 cents to $2, with some books specially priced.
Little Women is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. at Midland Center for the Arts. In a war-torn world defined by gender, class, and personal tragedy, Jo gives us her greatest story: that of the March sisters, four dreamers destined to be imperfect little women. Tickets start at $19.50 for adults, $13.50 for students and can be purchased at midlandcenter.org, by calling the Ticket Office at 989-631-8250 or in-person.
Evil Dead the Musical is set for 8-10:30 p.m. at Stratford Woods Park. Six Eleven Theatre Company will be taking visitors deep into Stratford Woods park to a cabin in the woods. This will be a three-weekend performative event with the Evil Dead musical, food trucks, a small scare walk, costume contests and more.Tickets are available at www.sixeleventheatre.org/evildead. Evil Dead the Musical will continue at the same time on Oct. 27, 28 and 29.
Sunday, Oct. 23
The Friends of the Grace A. Dow Memorial Library fall book sale is set for 1-4 p.m. at the library. Sunday is Bag Day, where patrons can fill a bag for $5. The auditorium and mezzanine will house over 10,000 donated items, all that are either new or gently used. Prices typically range from 50 cents to $2, with some books specially priced.
Little Women is set to perform at 3 p.m. at Midland Center for the Arts. In a war-torn world defined by gender, class, and personal tragedy, Jo gives us her greatest story: that of the March sisters, four dreamers destined to be imperfect little women. Tickets start at $19.50 for adults, $13.50 for students and can be purchased at midlandcenter.org, by calling the Ticket Office at 989-631-8250 or in-person.
Tuesday, Oct. 25
Riverside Writers – Writing & Telling Your Story is set to meet 3-4 p.m. at Riverside Apartments. Everyone’s life is a story to tell. Anne McGeehan-Woodard leads the writing and/or telling of stories. Participants can share their stories in this relaxed atmosphere. There is no charge to attend. Contact Creative 360 if you're interested in attending.
Thursday, Oct. 27
The Pendulum Lounge is open 4:30-8 p.m. at Midland Center for the Arts. Melissa May and Brian Coonan will provide live music. Guests can enjoy craft cocktails, small plates and hearty offerings. Tickets are not required to attend the Pendulum Lounge, seating is available on a first-come first-served basis.
A Halloween Dance Party is set for 6:30-9 p.m. at the Midland Roll Arena. This community event is for everyone ages 18 and over. Costumes are optional. Cookies and drinks will be included and 25 cent games will be available to play. There will be no skating available. Admission is $7.
Evil Dead the Musical is set for 8-10:30 p.m. at Stratford Woods Park. Six Eleven Theatre Company will be taking visitors deep into Stratford Woods park to a cabin in the woods. This will be a three-weekend performative event with the Evil Dead musical, food trucks, a small scare walk, costume contests and more.Tickets are available at www.sixeleventheatre.org/evildead. Evil Dead the Musical will continue at the same time on Oct. 28 and 29.
Friday, Oct. 28
Poe on the Porch is set for 6-9 p.m. at Dow Gardens. Come for a night of terrifying tales at The Pines of Dow Gardens. The evening will begin with a reading of Edgar Allan Poe, recited on the porch. Then guests will be brought into the home to hear excerpts from other classic horror authors. Each stop, on the tour, will give guests the opportunity to enjoy a bite of frightening food. Cost is $25 per person ($45 per couple). Register by Oct. 15 at dowgardens.org/events/poe-on-the-porch/
Boo Bash is set for 6 p.m. in Downtown Midland. From 6-8 p.m. enjoy family-friendly activities including trick-or-treating, games and a children's DJ. The adult entertainment will take place 9 p.m.-12 a.m. with an adult costume party, a DJ, and Commons beverages for purchase.
My Fair Lady is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. at Midland Center for the Arts. Boasting classic songs, "My Fair Lady" tells the story of Eliza Doolittle, a young Cockney flower seller, and Henry Higgins, a linguistics professor who is determined to transform her into his idea of a “proper lady.” But who is really being transformed? Tickets start at $26.50 and can be purchased at midlandcenter.org, by calling the Ticket Office at 989-631-8250 or in-person.
Little Women is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. at Midland Center for the Arts. In a war-torn world defined by gender, class, and personal tragedy, Jo gives us her greatest story: that of the March sisters, four dreamers destined to be imperfect little women. Tickets start at $19.50 for adults, $13.50 for students and can be purchased at midlandcenter.org, by calling the Ticket Office at 989-631-8250 or in-person.
Evil Dead the Musical is set for 8-10:30 p.m. at Stratford Woods Park. Six Eleven Theatre Company will be taking visitors deep into Stratford Woods park to a cabin in the woods. This will be a three-weekend performative event with the Evil Dead musical, food trucks, a small scare walk, costume contests and more.Tickets are available at www.sixeleventheatre.org/evildead. Evil Dead the Musical will continue at the same time on Oct. 29.
Saturday, Oct. 29
My Fair Lady is set to perform at 1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at Midland Center for the Arts. Boasting classic songs, "My Fair Lady" tells the story of Eliza Doolittle, a young Cockney flower seller, and Henry Higgins, a linguistics professor who is determined to transform her into his idea of a “proper lady.” But who is really being transformed? Tickets start at $26.50 and can be purchased at midlandcenter.org, by calling the Ticket Office at 989-631-8250 or in-person.
Little Women is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. at Midland Center for the Arts. In a war-torn world defined by gender, class, and personal tragedy, Jo gives us her greatest story: that of the March sisters, four dreamers destined to be imperfect little women. Tickets start at $19.50 for adults, $13.50 for students and can be purchased at midlandcenter.org, by calling the Ticket Office at 989-631-8250 or in-person.
Evil Dead the Musical is set for 8-10:30 p.m. at Stratford Woods Park. Six Eleven Theatre Company will be taking visitors deep into Stratford Woods park to a cabin in the woods. This will be a three-weekend performative event with the Evil Dead musical, food trucks, a small scare walk, costume contests and more.Tickets are available at www.sixeleventheatre.org/evildead.
Sunday, Oct. 30
My Fair Lady is set to perform at 3 p.m. at Midland Center for the Arts. Boasting classic songs, "My Fair Lady" tells the story of Eliza Doolittle, a young Cockney flower seller, and Henry Higgins, a linguistics professor who is determined to transform her into his idea of a “proper lady.” But who is really being transformed? Tickets start at $26.50 and can be purchased at midlandcenter.org, by calling the Ticket Office at 989-631-8250 or in-person.
Little Women is set to perform at 3 p.m. at Midland Center for the Arts. In a war-torn world defined by gender, class, and personal tragedy, Jo gives us her greatest story: that of the March sisters, four dreamers destined to be imperfect little women. Tickets start at $19.50 for adults, $13.50 for students and can be purchased at midlandcenter.org, by calling the Ticket Office at 989-631-8250 or in-person.
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2022-10-01T09:41:47+00:00
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ourmidland.com
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https://www.ourmidland.com/news/article/What-s-Happening-Nov-24-2021-17475048.php
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Today: Chilly temperatures return to the South Plains today. Clear skies and a light breeze this afternoon. Highs near 50°.
Tonight: Jacket weather for Friday night plans. Overnight lows close to 28°.
Tomorrow: Slightly warmer temperatures tomorrow as conditions return to seasonally average. High around 57°
Blue skies seen in Littlefield this morning. Afternoon temperatures will be warmer than yesterday with highs in the upper 40s and low 50s. Increasing clouds through this evening. Mostly cloudy skies Saturday.
Presidents Day on Monday will be warmer than average with highs in the mid 70s. Strong wind gusts will come in to the South Plains from the west and bring in clouds in the afternoon.
Cloudy and warmer weekend ahead. Winds will return to the Texas Panhandle on Sunday and will last through Tuesday of next week.
Stay Safe and have a nice weekend!
-Forecaster Madison Hartin
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2023-02-17T18:29:57+00:00
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everythinglubbock.com
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https://www.everythinglubbock.com/weather/kamc-weather/kamc-friday-weather-update-february-17th-2023/
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Generac Grid Services will leverage residential batteries to deliver additional capacity
DENVER, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Generac Grid Services, a subsidiary of Generac Power Systems (NYSE: GNRC), a leading designer and manufacturer of energy technology solutions and other power products, today announced that it has been awarded a multi-year contract from Arizona Public Service (APS) to deliver additional grid capacity from residential battery storage systems. The agreement leverages Generac Grid Services' Concerto™ distributed energy resource management system (DERMS) to provide both the requested capacity, as well as advanced grid services (AGS), including voltage management, real power orchestration, fleet energy control and targeted responses. In turn, this partnership will also help increase the presence of Generac's PWRcell battery systems in order to provide energy to the grid.
This solution comes as part of APS's Distributed Demand-Side Resources (DDSR) Aggregation Tariff, which encourages customers to install smart technologies, such as Generac PWRcell, along with other energy-saving products. Generac Grid Services was the sole bidder to provide all the requested products under the tariff. Generac Grid Services' Concerto will be used to deliver capacity, demand response and load-shifting resources, as well as more advanced DERMS use cases, including locational value, voltage support and other ancillary grid services.
"APS is excited to work with companies like Generac Grid Services to connect residential customers with smart home batteries capable of dispatching dependable power and strengthening the APS grid," said Kerri Carnes, manager of Customer Technology at Arizona Public Service. "Customer engagement is the centerpiece of all of our programs, and this is just one more way we are partnering with our customers to maintain service reliability and to maximize the clean energy benefits of solar-plus-storage systems in our service territory."
As the chosen contractor, Generac Grid Services will begin to aggregate residential energy from Generac PWRcell batteries over a 5-year term, beginning in January 2023. The aggregated energy will support both system-wide capacity via demand response events, as well as locational capacity on target system feeders. The network of batteries may also be able to provide additional services to the grid when otherwise available.
"Along with delivering a DERMS software solution, Generac Grid Services is proud to have been selected to provide customer acquisition, program management and measurement and verification services," said Aaron Jagdfeld, president and chief executive officer of Generac. "By providing an end-to-end solution, we will support distributed demand-side resources for its life cycle, assisting APS at times when energy use is at its highest."
Generac Grid Services will leverage its extensive dealer network with an aim of identifying and recruiting residential customers to participate in the DDSR Aggregation Tariff. Per the program's parameters, customers will continue to have access to backup power in the event of an outage and participation will not reduce their batteries' resiliency. Customers are further incentivized for their participation, along with the inherent benefits of a Generac PWRcell system, including outage protection, energy storage and clean energy year-round.
About Generac Grid Services
Generac Grid Services is a subsidiary of Generac Power Systems (NYSE: GNRC), a leading designer and manufacturer of energy technology solutions and other power products. Generac Grid Services is working to change the way the world generates and uses electricity. From turnkey solar + storage solutions, to backup generators, additional distributed energy resources and virtual power plant software, Generac Grid Services is helping to accelerate the world's transition to a cleaner, more reliable power grid. Via the company's energy-balancing platform, power generation and storage products that might otherwise sit idle are now able to be dispatched and orchestrated as part of a distributed energy solution, thereby generating value for the home or business owner, while also delivering value to the energy grid.
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2022-08-16T13:54:28+00:00
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kwch.com
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https://www.kwch.com/prnewswire/2022/08/16/generac-grid-services-deliver-comprehensive-end-to-end-derms-solution-arizona-public-service/
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Updated October 25, 2022 at 2:46 PM ET
Citing "the threat of escalating violence," Penn State University canceled a campus event featuring Proud Boys founder Gavin McInnes Monday night. Pepper spray hung in the air as protesters and counter-protesters confronted each other and helmeted police wielded batons on the campus.
The event had an 8 p.m. start time, but by 7:15 p.m., the university said its police department deemed the event too dangerous to proceed.
It was an abrupt reversal for the school, which had condemned the views of McInnes and another far-right figure, Alex Stein, even as it said free speech concerns required it to host them for a student-organized event in State College, Pa.
More video from tonight’s protest at Penn State before a controversial Uncensored America event on campus. The university says it canceled the event over safety and security concerns. pic.twitter.com/IygKjTpqlA
— Centre County Report (@CentreCountyRep) October 25, 2022
Students who protested the event cheered its cancellation, shouting "Whose campus? Our campus!" as the Daily Collegian's Arthur LaBan reported.
"We are very disappointed" by the cancellation, the conservative student group Uncensored America, which organized the event, told NPR on Tuesday.
"We wanted people from all different political viewpoints to have a fun, entertaining, and peaceful evening," the group added. "Sadly, attendees were intimidated by violent protests and could not enter the venue safely."
The event had been touted as a comedy night
The program was dubbed "Stand Back & Stand By," in a reference to former President Donald Trump's message to the Proud Boys. But its organizers had billed it as a "provocative comedy night," in what critics called an attempt to paint divisive hate speech as irony or satire.
At one point early in the evening, Stein walked into a crowd of protesters outside the building where he was to speak. Until then, Penn State President Neeli Bendapudi said, it had been a "peaceful protest."
But tensions quickly rose as a smiling Stein walked through the crowd, training his phone's camera on himself amid roars of disapproval and profanity. Stein posted video footage online in which he sought to agitate members of the crowd — with success: one protester whom he called his "favorite" spat on Stein's jacket.
"It is unclear which individuals onsite then resorted to physical confrontation and to using pepper spray against others in the crowd, including against police officers," Bendapudi said in a statement issued Tuesday.
The cancellation notice came less than an hour after Stein's foray.
Protesters marched to the event venue
The decision to pull the plug on the event came after a mass of chanting protesters converged on the Thomas Building, where McInnes was to speak. Videos from the scene show standoffs between protesters and black-clad supporters of McInnes.
"Some brave people were pepper sprayed by hate group members," said the Student Committee for Defense and Solidarity, which organized protests against the event. The group also blamed the university and police for "extraordinary repression," citing officers who were on horseback or wearing riot gear.
The crowd of demonstrators were "approached by a line of state police in an effort to diffuse," according to the school-run news outlet the Centre County Report. That show of force began as Penn State issued texts and emails warning students that they could be arrested if they didn't leave the area.
A line of police donning riot gear approach the Thomas Building pic.twitter.com/lEd5SbwIJ9
— The Daily Collegian (@DailyCollegian) October 24, 2022
Before reaching the building where McInnes was to speak, the large group of protesters marched through campus, chanting against racism and white supremacy.
Penn State had condemned McInnes' rhetoric
The Proud Boys are a hate group, according to the Southern Poverty Law Center. And while McInnes denies such allegations, the center alleges that he purports "to reject white nationalism while espousing a laundered version of popular white nationalist tropes."
More than two dozen Proud Boy members, including several leaders, have been named in federal charges over the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, including accusations of seditious conspiracy.
As they allowed plans for the event to move forward, Penn State officials emphasized that the school doesn't agree with what they described as the speakers' "repugnant and denigrating rhetoric."
The university had urged students to attend counter-programming on Monday, from a session on misinformation to a unity rally. Bendapudi said the people protesting at the Thomas Building were also exercising their right to free speech.
After the cancellation, the only people celebrating are the agitators, Bendapudi said.
"Tonight, the message too many people will walk away with is that one can manipulate people to generate free publicity, or that one can restrict speech by escalating protest to violence," Bendapudi said. "These are not ideas that we can endorse as an institution of higher education."
A student-run panel approved the campus event
The University Park Allocation Committee, the student-led group that considers requests to use student-derived funds for events, had approved the event. The committee says its policies require it to observe "viewpoint neutrality," to ensure a range of views is heard on campus.
The panel approved spending $7,522.43 derived from student fees for the event, including airfare for McInnes and Stein and a combined $6,500 in honorarium payments.
General admission tickets to the event were free on a first-come basis, with students getting priority. But attendees were also able to buy tickets — including a $99 "Royalty" package that guaranteed prime seating and the chance to have dinner with McInnes and Stein.
According to Uncensored America's website, paid tickets were sold out for the event. In response to NPR's question about whether other parts of the evening went ahead as planned, Uncensored America replied, "The dinner did not happen."
Copyright 2022 NPR. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org.
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2022-10-25T20:18:04+00:00
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delawarepublic.org
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https://www.delawarepublic.org/npr-headlines/npr-headlines/2022-10-25/penn-state-cancels-proud-boys-founders-speech-citing-the-threat-of-violence
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LONDON (AP) — Britain’s economy shrank in the three months to September, official statistics said Friday, as forecasters warned of many months of contraction to come.
The Office for National Statistics said gross domestic product fell by 0.2% between July and September, a smaller-than-expected contraction that nevertheless is seen to signal the start of a long recession.
GDP shrank by 0.6% in September, and by 0.1% in August, the statistics office said. It said a decline in manufacturing output and an extra holiday to mark the death of Queen Elizabeth II, which contributed to “a notable fall in retail,” were behind the decline.
It said the U.K. economy is now 0.2% smaller than in February 2020, just before the COVID-19 pandemic shut down big chunks of the economy for months.
Britain’s economy, like that of many other countries, is struggling as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has driven up food and energy costs, pushing consumer price inflation to 40-year highs.
Martin McTague, national chairman of the Federation of Small Businesses, said the fall in GDP “is one headline figure made up of countless bits of disappointing news for small businesses across the country – a new venue or premises they couldn’t open, a contract which ended unexpectedly, a staff member they had to let go.”
The Bank of England hiked its main interest rate last week by three quarters of a percentage point, to 3% — its biggest increase in three decades. The central bank said the move was needed to beat back stubbornly high inflation that is eroding living standards and is likely to trigger a “prolonged” recession.
The U.K.’s finances worsened when then-Prime Minister Liz Truss announced a huge package of unfunded tax cuts on Sept. 23. The package alarmed financial markets, sent the pound to a record low against the dollar and forced the Bank of England to step in to stop the crisis from spreading.
Truss resigned less than a month later, leaving her successor, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, and Treasury chief Jeremy Hunt to find billions in savings to shore up the nation’s finances.
Hunt is due to make an emergency budget statement next week that is expected to include both tax increases and public spending cuts. He said Friday’s figures showed that there would need to be “extremely difficult decisions to restore confidence and economic stability. But to achieve long-term, sustainable growth, we need to grip inflation, balance the books and get debt falling. There is no other way.”
Nicholas Hyett, equity analyst at investment firm Wealth Club, said the economy’s third-quarter performance was “full of warning signs.”
“With consumers battening down the hatches for a tough winter and the government proposing substantial tax rises and spending cuts, we think the economy will shrink again” in the fourth quarter,” he said.
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2022-11-11T13:10:26+00:00
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upmatters.com
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https://www.upmatters.com/news/business/ap-business/ap-uk-economy-shrinks-as-economists-warn-of-more-pain-to-come/
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Which steam inhalers are best?
Saunas have been known to be great for relieving stress, relaxing the muscles and helping with congestion. But not everyone has access to a sauna or steam room, so steam inhalers may be the next best or better option for congestion relief. Steam inhalers can also be useful when you want some quick relief from small sinus problems. If you’re looking for a safe and efficient steam inhaler, the Vicks Personal Sinus Steam Inhaler is the top choice.
What to know before you buy a steam inhaler
Size
Take into consideration the size of the steam inhaler, as some models can be large and take up a lot of space on a countertop or in your lap if you hold it. Fortunately, most steam inhalers tend to be compact, so you shouldn’t have to sacrifice too much space to find an area to place it.
Steam generation
While many steam inhalers offer adjustable steam release, it’s best to know that some models can release hot steam when set at the highest level. The heat may not be suitable for everyone depending on the model. Most steam inhalers have a mask or mouthpiece that helps prevent you from being harmed from the steam, but there can be moments where the steam can be too hot for comfort. These inhalers can have a steam output that lasts from 5 to 20 minutes, depending on how high the steam settings are.
Mask material
There are masks or mouthpieces in some steam inhalers that use latex. If you have a latex allergy or simply would prefer no latex, many models carry a latex-free mask. The masks on these inhalers tend to be non-adjustable, so if you have larger or smaller facial features than average, keep in mind that the mask may be too big or small.
What to look for in a quality steam inhaler
Aromatherapy capability
Many steam inhalers are capable of being used with essential oil simply by dropping your oil of choice in the tank. Other models may require you to use a type of essential oil pad to insert into the machine. If you want to add fragrance for an extra kick to your steam inhalation treatments, look for models that are compatible with essential oils.
Wireless
Having a wireless steam inhaler allows you to carry the inhaler on the go and gives you the mobility to move around the house with the device. Some wireless inhalers use non-rechargeable batteries, while rechargeable models tend to be more expensive. If the manufacturer allows it for their model, you can replace the non-rechargeable batteries with a rechargeable battery pack.
Quietness
The process of turning water into steam in a device can be noisy. That’s why it can be beneficial to choose a steam inhaler that has a reduced or no-noise feature. This allows you to use the device at peace and not wake up anybody in your home if you’re using it at night.
How much you can expect to spend on a steam inhaler
A steam inhaler that provides basic functions will cost at least $30. However, if you want a high-end inhaler that will be able to withstand constant use and can convert cool or lukewarm water into vapor, it’ll cost $150-$200.
Steam inhaler FAQ
Are steam inhalers safe to use?
A. Steam inhalers are safe to use, but you should use caution if the inhaler generates steam by boiling water, as there’s the risk of burning or scalding yourself. Some models that use the boiling method may occasionally spit out small amounts of boiling water, so those inhalers wouldn’t be recommended for children.
Will a steam inhaler help with my congestion?
A. Steam inhalers can help with congestion depending on your respiratory condition at the time of use. If it’s minor congestion, then the steam inhalers may clear your sinuses right up. But if it’s a more serious congestion that’s caused by a serious sickness such as pneumonia, a steam inhaler may not be enough.
Can I use tap water in my steam inhaler?
A. Tap water is safe to use in most steam inhalers, as those inhalers use boiling to create steam, which removes harmful toxins in the process. However, be sure to check if your steam inhaler requires the use of distilled water.
What’s the best steam inhaler to buy?
Top steam inhaler
Vicks Personal Sinus Steam Inhaler
What you need to know: One of the most prominent steam inhalers in the market, this Vicks inhaler can provide quick fast relief within 15 minutes.
What you’ll love: The steam inhaler comes with Vicks’ menthol pads, which can help provide extra help for nasal congestion. It comes with a 1-year warranty in case anything happens to it.
What you should consider: The machine has to stay plugged in, which offers minimal mobility with this device.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top steam inhaler for the money
What you need to know: With adjustable steam control, this steam inhaler operates efficiently while staying quiet.
What you’ll love: Mabis equips this device with hospital-grade technology while having the ability to handle therapeutic facial steams. You can use essential oils to add to the steam.
What you should consider: The steam can get very hot for some.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Crane Warm Steam and Cool Mist Personal Inhaler
What you need to know: This lightweight and the portable steam inhaler is perfect for kids, as it’s easy to hold.
What you’ll love: There are two latex-free masks included so they can be used interchangeably. The steam inhaler can be used with compatible vapor pads for additional congestion relief.
What you should consider: The steam output may be a little weaker compared to its competitors.
Where to buy: Sold by Bed Bath & Beyond
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2022-07-07T11:59:50+00:00
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ksn.com
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https://www.ksn.com/reviews/br/health-wellness-br/medical-supplies-equipment-br/best-steam-inhaler/
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Many fellow NFL players and teams and others in the sports world quickly offered their support and prayers on social media for Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin, who the NFL said was in critical condition after being transported to a hospital after collapsing on the field during Monday night’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals.ESPN reported Hamlin was administered CPR on the field before being taken away in an ambulance. In an update, the Bills said Hamlin suffered a cardiac arrest on the field following a tackle.The game was suspended after Hamlin's injury.—-“Bills Mafia is with you, @HamlinIsland.” — Buffalo Bills on Twitter.—“Please pray for our brother.” — Bills quarterback Josh Allen on Twitter.—“My prayers and thoughts go out to @HamlinIsland the Hamlin Family. I’m praying that you pull through bro. Love.” — Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins, who was tackled by Hamlin on the play during which the Bills safety was injured.—“Demar Hamlin is a kind caring extremely hard worker. He is loyal honest and can always put a smile on your face. He is more than an athlete, he is a son and brother. I pray God gives him mercy and brings him back to us.” — Bills offensive lineman Rodger Saffold on Twitter.—“Prayer is power and Prayer is POWERFUL we need the world to pray for Damar Hamlin and his family #Love #3” — Bills offensive tackle Dion Dawkins on Twitter.—-“Sending our thoughts and prayers to Damar.” — Cincinnati Bengals on Twitter.—“Damar Hamlin is the best of us. We love you, 3. Praying for you.” — University of Pittsburgh's football account on Twitter. Hamlin played his college ball at Pitt. —“No one’s been through this. I've never seen anything like it, either.” — Longtime NFL quarterback Troy Aikman on the ESPN telecast.—-“The NFLPA and everyone in our community is praying for Damar Hamlin. We have been in touch with Bills and Bengals players, and with the NFL. The only thing that matters at this moment is Damar’s health and well being.” — The NFL Players Association in a statement.—“Never before have I ever witnessed anything like this. The game doesn’t matter. Praying for Damar and his family.” — Former Bills quarterback and Pro Football Hall of Famer Jim Kelly on Twitter.—“Football family & #billsmafia - With our prayers combined we can come together for #damarhamlin … God cover #3.” — Former Bills wide receiver and Pro Football Hall of Famer Andre Reed on Twitter.—“The game is not important. Damar Hamlin’s life is important. Please be ok. Please." — Arizona Cardinals defensive end J.J Watt on Twitter. —“Praying hard.. please be okay man.” — Kansas City quarterback Patrick Mahomes on Twitter.—“It was definitely the right call (to postpone the game) by Roger Goodell or whoever had the authority to make that call. The safety of players in all sports is always the most important. It is a terrible thing to see and I wish nothing but the best for that kid and the city of Buffalo, for the franchise of the Bills and the rest of the NFL and also the Bengals that were playing in that game as well. I’m a huge fan of the NFL and a huge fan of football and you never want to see anything like that happen.” — NBA star LeBron James.—“Prayers for Hamlin. i hope everything is okay.” — Former Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Ryan Shazier, who suffered a serious spinal injury on the same field in 2017 that left him briefly paralyzed.—“Absolutely speechless.. please pull through Damar!” — Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker T.J. Watt on Twitter.—“Praying for Damar Hamlin…the entire world is lifting this young man up.” — former NFL wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald on Twitter.—“Praying for Damar Hamlin. Our hearts are with his family, loved ones, and the entire @BuffaloBills community.” — New York Gov. Kathy Hochul on Twitter.—“I’m asking all New Yorkers to join me in praying for Damar Hamlin, his family, his teammates, and our brothers and sisters in Buffalo.” — New York City Mayor Eric Adams on Twitter.—"Sending our prayers to Damar Hamlin and his family. We are all Buffalo Bills fans tonight." — New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy on Twitter.—“Often times people watching forget what players risk on Sundays. Praying hard for Damar Hamlin and his family. God speed.” — Houston Texans offensive lineman Scott Quessenberry, younger brother of Bills offensive tackle David Quessenberry.—“Father God, I pray that Damar Hamlin is okay and here with us. I also ask that he have a speedy recovery mentally & physically God; in Jesus name… Amen.” — New York Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner on Twitter.—“Come on 3.” — Philadelphia Eagles running back Miles Sanders on Twitter.—“I wanna send a prayer to Damar and his family.” — Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase on Twitter.—“Praying for Damar Hamlin and his family.” — New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones on Twitter.—“Please join me in prayer for Damar Hamlin.” — former NFL quarterback Tim Tebow on Twitter.—“Lord, please be with Damar Hamlin, his team, and his family…my heart hurts in this moment for him.” — Grammy-winning gospel artist Kirk Franklin on Twitter.—“#DamarHamlin you are in my prayers.” — actress Kerry Washington, who's married to former NFL cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha.—“Full of so many different emotions. Just thinking about @HamlinIsland and his family. Your football family is with you as well. This is bigger than the game.” — Green Bay Packers offensive tackle David Bakhtiari on Twitter.
Many fellow NFL players and teams and others in the sports world quickly offered their support and prayers on social media for Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin, who the NFL said was in critical condition after being transported to a hospital after collapsing on the field during Monday night’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals.
ESPN reported Hamlin was administered CPR on the field before being taken away in an ambulance. In an update, the Bills said Hamlin suffered a cardiac arrest on the field following a tackle.
The game was suspended after Hamlin's injury.
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“My prayers and thoughts go out to @HamlinIsland the Hamlin Family. I’m praying that you pull through bro. Love.” — Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins, who was tackled by Hamlin on the play during which the Bills safety was injured.
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“Demar Hamlin is a kind caring extremely hard worker. He is loyal honest and can always put a smile on your face. He is more than an athlete, he is a son and brother. I pray God gives him mercy and brings him back to us.” — Bills offensive lineman Rodger Saffold on Twitter.
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“Prayer is power and Prayer is POWERFUL we need the world to pray for Damar Hamlin and his family #Love #3” — Bills offensive tackle Dion Dawkins on Twitter.
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“Sending our thoughts and prayers to Damar.” — Cincinnati Bengals on Twitter.
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“Damar Hamlin is the best of us. We love you, 3. Praying for you.” — University of Pittsburgh's football account on Twitter. Hamlin played his college ball at Pitt.
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“No one’s been through this. I've never seen anything like it, either.” — Longtime NFL quarterback Troy Aikman on the ESPN telecast.
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“The NFLPA and everyone in our community is praying for Damar Hamlin. We have been in touch with Bills and Bengals players, and with the NFL. The only thing that matters at this moment is Damar’s health and well being.” — The NFL Players Association in a statement.
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“Never before have I ever witnessed anything like this. The game doesn’t matter. Praying for Damar and his family.” — Former Bills quarterback and Pro Football Hall of Famer Jim Kelly on Twitter.
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“Football family & #billsmafia - With our prayers combined we can come together for #damarhamlin … God cover #3.” — Former Bills wide receiver and Pro Football Hall of Famer Andre Reed on Twitter.
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“The game is not important. Damar Hamlin’s life is important. Please be ok. Please." — Arizona Cardinals defensive end J.J Watt on Twitter.
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“Praying hard.. please be okay man.” — Kansas City quarterback Patrick Mahomes on Twitter.
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“It was definitely the right call (to postpone the game) by Roger Goodell or whoever had the authority to make that call. The safety of players in all sports is always the most important. It is a terrible thing to see and I wish nothing but the best for that kid and the city of Buffalo, for the franchise of the Bills and the rest of the NFL and also the Bengals that were playing in that game as well. I’m a huge fan of the NFL and a huge fan of football and you never want to see anything like that happen.” — NBA star LeBron James.
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“Prayers for Hamlin. i hope everything is okay.” — Former Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Ryan Shazier, who suffered a serious spinal injury on the same field in 2017 that left him briefly paralyzed.
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“Absolutely speechless.. please pull through Damar!” — Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker T.J. Watt on Twitter.
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“Praying for Damar Hamlin…the entire world is lifting this young man up.” — former NFL wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald on Twitter.
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“Praying for Damar Hamlin. Our hearts are with his family, loved ones, and the entire @BuffaloBills community.” — New York Gov. Kathy Hochul on Twitter.
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“I’m asking all New Yorkers to join me in praying for Damar Hamlin, his family, his teammates, and our brothers and sisters in Buffalo.” — New York City Mayor Eric Adams on Twitter.
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"Sending our prayers to Damar Hamlin and his family. We are all Buffalo Bills fans tonight." — New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy on Twitter.
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“Often times people watching forget what players risk on Sundays. Praying hard for Damar Hamlin and his family. God speed.” — Houston Texans offensive lineman Scott Quessenberry, younger brother of Bills offensive tackle David Quessenberry.
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“Father God, I pray that Damar Hamlin is okay and here with us. I also ask that he have a speedy recovery mentally & physically God; in Jesus name… Amen.” — New York Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner on Twitter.
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“Come on 3.” — Philadelphia Eagles running back Miles Sanders on Twitter.
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“I wanna send a prayer to Damar and his family.” — Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase on Twitter.
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“Praying for Damar Hamlin and his family.” — New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones on Twitter.
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“Please join me in prayer for Damar Hamlin.” — former NFL quarterback Tim Tebow on Twitter.
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“Lord, please be with Damar Hamlin, his team, and his family…my heart hurts in this moment for him.” — Grammy-winning gospel artist Kirk Franklin on Twitter.
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“#DamarHamlin you are in my prayers.” — actress Kerry Washington, who's married to former NFL cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha.
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“Full of so many different emotions. Just thinking about @HamlinIsland and his family. Your football family is with you as well. This is bigger than the game.” — Green Bay Packers offensive tackle David Bakhtiari on Twitter.
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2023-01-03T12:45:46+00:00
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kcci.com
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https://www.kcci.com/article/sports-world-reacts-to-injury-to-bills-hamlin/42381248
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Leading tRNA researcher joins Tevard's efforts to transform tRNAs into novel treatments for serious genetic diseases
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tevard Biosciences, the pioneer of tRNA-based therapies for severe genetic diseases, today announced the appointment of leading tRNA scientist Zoya Ignatova, Ph.D, to its scientific advisory board.
"Dr. Ignatova's work has profoundly impacted our understanding of the structure and function of transfer RNAs (tRNAs) and the mechanism by which tRNAs participate in the translation of mRNAs into proteins," said Tevard co-founder Harvey Lodish, Ph.D., who chairs the company's SAB and sits on its board of directors.
"I am very excited to work with Dr. Ignatova to further the development of our Suppressor tRNA and Enhancer tRNA platforms and create novel tRNA-based treatments for a wide range of inherited diseases," said Tevard Chief Scientific Officer Gopi Shanker, Ph.D.
Dr. Ignatova has made fundamental discoveries about how tRNAs can speed or slow the intricate process of mRNA translation, how that in turn influences the folding and function of proteins, and how altering the process can lead to disease. Recent discoveries from her lab implicate tRNAs as underlying entities in several pathologies. Dr. Ignatova and her team are now working on ways to structurally repurpose tRNAs to correct inherited mutations, including nonsense mutations, which prematurely stop the cell's protein production machinery in numerous serious diseases.
"I'm fascinated by the many ways that tRNAs influence the vital process of making new proteins," said Dr. Ignatova. "Tevard shares my belief that tRNAs can be leveraged to create a potent new class of therapeutics for diseases that profoundly affect people's lives and I'm thrilled to join their efforts to do just that."
Dr. Ignatova is a professor of RNA Biology and Managing director of the Institute of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the University of Hamburg (UHH), Germany. She established her independent research group at the Max-Planck-Institute of Biochemistry in Munich, Germany, in 2005 and, after an appointment (2008-2014) at the University of Potsdam as an associated professor, took the chair in RNA Biology at UHH in 2015. She is a recipient of numerous awards for her research and teaching, a member of the German Society for Cell Biology and German Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, and a member-at-large of the American Biophysical Society.
Tevard Biosciences is pioneering mRNA-modulating therapies to cure a broad range of genetic diseases. The privately held biotechnology company was founded by MIT Professor and Whitehead Institute Founding Member Harvey Lodish, with life science entrepreneurs and executives Daniel Fischer and Warren Lammert, fathers of children with rare genetic diseases, and scientific co-founder Jeff Coller, a Bloomberg Distinguished Professor in the Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Tevard is exploring the use of its novel Suppressor tRNA, Enhancer tRNA, and mRNA Amplifier platforms in neurological disorders, heart disease, and muscular dystrophies; the company has partnered with Zogenix to develop therapies for Dravet syndrome and other genetic epilepsies. For more information, please visit tevard.com.
CONTACT:
Tevard Biosciences
Rebecca Zacks
rzacks@tevard.com
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2022-08-03T11:54:20+00:00
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wymt.com
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https://www.wymt.com/prnewswire/2022/08/03/tevard-biosciences-appoints-zoya-ignatova-its-scientific-advisory-board/
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LOUISVILLE, Ky., June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ScholarRx today announced a new partnership with FAMSA, the Federation of African Medical Students' Associations. FAMSA is contributing to the improvement of medical education in Africa by building a strong network of medical students who are responsive to the current and emerging global health issues facing the medical profession.
As a result of this partnership, FAMSA becomes a charter member of ScholarRx's Medical Student Alliance for Global Education, or MeSAGE. MeSAGE empowers student organizations with the tools and expertise to build educational content that is often missing from standard health sciences curriculum.
This partnership will focus on developing curriculum on platforms and policies that are critical to FAMSA, including:
- Global Health Equity
- Fostering Regional and International Cooperation
- Preparing Future Educators and Researchers
Along with helping to drive and develop this curriculum, FAMSA members will be granted access to these materials through the Rx Bricks digital learning system developed by ScholarRx, including the new Rx Bricks Create authoring platform.
Yankuba Jabbie, FAMSA's president, says, "As a network of African medical students' associations which has member education and exposure to global standards of learning and practice as top priorities, we are excited to partner with ScholarRx to avail our members the opportunity to learn, share, and contribute to the advancement of medical education in Africa, which will have a cumulative impact on a global scale."
Dr. Tao Le, founder and CEO of ScholarRx, comments, "Through MeSAGE, we are excited to partner with FAMSA to address deep education needs at a global level and to help future physicians in Africa define, build, and share the key content that may be missing from the standard curriculum."
About ScholarRx: ScholarRx is a mission-driven organization currently serving over 150,000 medical students and physician learners annually. ScholarRx has developed a revolutionary componentized, multi-competency curricular platform that empowers medical schools and medical student organizations to rapidly develop high-quality education experiences, even in resource-constrained environments.
About the Federation of African Medical Students' Associations (FAMSA): FAMSA is an independent, non-political federation of medical students' associations in Africa. It was founded in 1968 to foster the spirit of friendship and cooperation among African medical students and presently has about 250 member medical students' associations across 48 African countries.
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2022-06-16T14:45:11+00:00
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wlbt.com
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https://www.wlbt.com/prnewswire/2022/06/16/scholarrx-announces-partnership-with-federation-african-medical-students-associations/
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