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Insurer ranks No. 31 among large organizations for excellence in IT employee compensation, benefits, growth opportunity
COLUMBUS, Ga., Dec. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Aflac Incorporated, a leading provider of supplemental health insurance and products in the U.S., announced that Foundry's Computerworld named the insurer as a 2023 Best Place to Work in IT. Ranked 31st among the top information technology organizations headquartered in the U.S., this year marks the 22nd time Aflac appears on the coveted list for providing challenging work, growth opportunities, and best-in-class employee engagement, compensation, benefits and training.
"The Aflac family is honored to be recognized among the best IT organizations in the nation," said Shelia Anderson, chief information officer, Aflac U.S. "We strive to provide a first-class environment for all employees, including our valuable IT teams, who are empowered and inspired each day to bring innovative solutions to serve our business and our policyholders. As we emerged from the global pandemic, the Digital Services organization remained focused on innovating and delivering products and services to enable our customer experience, all while embracing agile approaches and a hybrid work-from-home environment. This third-party validation of our efforts goes a long way in demonstrating how Aflac is, indeed, a great place to work."
Since 1994, the annual Computerworld Best Places to Work in IT feature has ranked the top work environments for technology professionals. The list is compiled based on a comprehensive online questionnaire regarding company benefits, career development, diversity, equity and inclusion, future of work, training and retention. In addition, this year, the rankings are reviewed and vetted by a panel of industry experts.
"Adapting to a 'new normal' has put additional demands on IT organizations at companies of all sizes. This year's winning companies have stepped up with increased IT staffing and a variety of innovative professional development opportunities. The result of these efforts is that not only are IT staffs engaged and productive, but the entire business benefits from IT's ability to support evolving workplace models and changing business and customer needs," said Rob O'Regan, global director, content strategy, Foundry. "Importantly, this year's award winners are laser-focused on diversity initiatives to expand the IT talent pool and promote workplace diversity and inclusion."
To view the complete list of the Computerworld 2023 Best Places to Work in IT list, visit Computerworld.com.
Aflac Incorporated (NYSE: AFL) is a Fortune 500 company helping provide protection to more than 50 million people through its subsidiaries in Japan and the U.S., paying cash fast when policyholders get sick or injured. For more than six decades, the insurance policies of Aflac Incorporated's subsidiaries have given policyholders the opportunity to focus on recovery, not financial stress. In the U.S., Aflac is the number one provider of supplemental health insurance products.1 Aflac Life Insurance Japan is the leading provider of medical and cancer insurance in Japan, where it insures 1 in 4 households. In 2021, the company was included in the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index and became a signatory of the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI). In 2022, Aflac Incorporated was proud to be included as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere for the 16th consecutive year, Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies for the 21st time and Bloomberg's Gender-Equality Index for the third consecutive year. To find out how to get help with expenses health insurance doesn't cover, get to know us at aflac.com or aflac.com/español. Investors may learn more about Aflac Incorporated and its commitment to ESG and social responsibility at investors.aflac.com under "Sustainability."
The Best Places to Work in IT list is an annual ranking of the top work environments for technology professionals by Foundry's Computerworld. The list is compiled based on a comprehensive questionnaire regarding company offerings in categories such as benefits, career development, DEI, future of work, training and retention. In addition, the rankings are reviewed and vetted by a panel of industry experts.
Computerworld is the leading technology media brand empowering enterprise users and their managers, helping them create business advantage by skillfully exploiting today's abundantly powerful web, mobile, and desktop applications. Computerworld also offers guidance to IT managers tasked with optimizing client systems—and helps businesses revolutionize the customer and employee experience with new collaboration platforms. Computerworld's award-winning website (www.computerworld.com (http://www.computerworld.com)), strategic marketing solutions and research forms the hub of the world's largest global IT media network and provides opportunities for IT vendors to engage this audience. Computerworld is published by Foundry. Company information is available at www.foundryco.com (http://www.foundryco.com).
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NASA mission to sun answers questions on solar wind
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A NASA mission to touch the sun has revealed answers about the closest star’s solar winds, which cause the aurora borealis and can affect Earth’s communications systems. The Parker Solar Probe has captured information about the solar wind that flows from the sun’s coronal holes toward’s our planet, answering questions scientists have asked for six decades.
The probe flew through the sun’s upper atmosphere in 2021, and in a study published in Nature this week, researchers from Berkeley say the information gathered will help predict so-called “solar storms,” which create “beautiful auroras on Earth” but also “wreak havoc with satellites and the electrical grid.”
Coronal holes in the sun usually form at the poles and the solar winds don’t hit Earth. But every 11 years, these holes appear all over the sun’s surface and send bursts of solar winds at Earth.
The probe flew closer than about 13 million miles to the sun to study these winds. “It’s like seeing jets of water emanating from a showerhead through the blast of water hitting you in the face,” according to a news release from UC Berkeley.
Stuart D. Bale, a professor of physics at the University of California, Berkeley, and James Drake of the University of Maryland-College Park say streams of high-energy particles were detected by the probe. These match the large convection cells inside coronal holes – called supergranulations – suggesting the “fast” solar winds originate in coronal holes.
The wind is made during a process called magnetic reconnection and by the time it travels the 93 million miles to Earth, “it has evolved into a homogeneous, turbulent flow of roiling magnetic fields intertwined with charged particles that interact with Earth’s own magnetic field and dump electrical energy into the upper atmosphere.”
This creates colorful auroras visible at the Earth’s poles, but it also causes issues on Earth.
There are some benefits to solar winds, like protecting Earth from stray cosmic rays, according to the University of Chicago. But systems like aircraft radio communications, GPS and even banking could be knocked out by strong solar winds.
In 1859, the Carrington Event – a strong solar eruption – knocked out telegraph and electrical systems. The event also resulted in the aurora borealis staying extremely bright into the early morning, according to the university.
The probe was launched in 2018 to answer questions that puzzled scientists for six decades, including “Why is the corona much hotter than the Sun’s surface (the photosphere)? How does the solar wind accelerate? What are the sources of high-energy solar particles,” according to NASA.
The Parker Solar Probe is protected by a 4.5-inch-thick carbon-composite shield that can withstand nearly 2,500 degrees Fahrenheit, according to NASA. But it won’t be able to get closer than about 4 million miles to the sun’s surface without frying. Bale says they will use data from that distance to firm up their conclusions.
CBS News has reached out to Bale and is awaiting response. | 2023-06-08T18:37:34+00:00 | wsgw.com | https://www.wsgw.com/nasa-mission-to-sun-answers-questions-on-solar-wind/ |
Trio Signs Exclusive Two-Year Residency for Performances at the Famed Encore Beach Club and XS Nightclub
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LAS VEGAS, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Electronic music supergroup, Swedish House Mafia, announces their first-ever North American nightlife residency with Wynn Nightlife at the world-renowned Encore Beach Club and XS Nightclub inside Wynn Las Vegas. Beginning Aug. 20, the trio of Swedish DJs comprised of Sebastian Ingrosso, Steve Angello and Axel "Axwell" Hedfors will bring their award-winning music to the unique nightlife setting for two years.
"We love going from arenas to clubs, from huge epic raves to intimate club shows and then back into the arena," said Steve Angello of Swedish House Mafia. "That balance is really important to us and our fans. We're happy to bring this balance to Vegas with Wynn."
To complement Swedish House Mafia's powerhouse performances, Encore Beach Club and XS Nightclub will enhance its audio-visual production to offer guests an immersive and captivating experience. Each venue will feature a customized stage design, curated LED displays, pyrotechnics, cryogenics and more.
"This residency is something special and is a testament to Wynn Nightlife's commitment to offering best-in-class entertainment," said Ryan Jones, assistant vice president of Wynn Nightlife. "We're excited to partner with Swedish House Mafia and give their fanbase an opportunity to see them perform in a more intimate nightclub setting."
The multi-platinum and Grammy Award nominated artists are recognized as pioneers of the electronic music scene with a portfolio of chart-topping anthemic hits including "Don't You Worry Child," "One," and "Save The World." Following a farewell tour and hiatus from the music scene, Swedish House Mafia have returned with new music, a new global tour, and a new nightlife residency. The legendary trio's most recent album "Paradise Again" debuted in April 2022 and secured a No. 1 spot on Billboard's Top Dance/Electronic Album Chart.
Swedish House Mafia's scheduled dates for 2022 include Saturday, Aug. 20 and Saturday, Sept. 3 at XS Nightclub. Show dates for 2023 will be announced in the future.
For tickets and a full calendar lineup, please visit wynnnightlife.com.
In 2008, a trio of individual artists, DJs, and producers united to unassumingly break every rule in electronic music. Ensconced in flames, Swedish House Mafia—Steve Angello, Sebastian Ingrosso, and Axwell—infused house music with swaggering hip-hop beat-craft, rock 'n' roll attitude, and big screen-worthy grandeur brought to life on stage with one legendary live show after another. Ushering dance music culture out of the warehouses and clubs and into arenas and stadiums on an unrivaled scale, it would be nearly impossible to imagine how the genre might've shaken out without them. They became the first electronic act to headline (and sell out) Madison Square Garden in 2011 and the first to grace the main stage at Coachella in 2012. They garnered two consecutive GRAMMY® nominations in the category of "Best Dance Recording" for the platinum "Save the World" in 2012 and quintuple-platinum Hot 100 Top 10 hit "Don't You Worry Child" in 2013. Rolling Stone described their meteoric rise as "redefining rave culture," and NME christened them "the rockstars of the dance music world." The marathon record-breaking One Last Tour paved the way for a five-year break before they returned as surprise headliners of Ultra Music Festival's 20th anniversary in 2018. Following the Save The World Reunion Tour a year later, this holy trinity of electronic music gods focused on the one thing they hadn't done yet, making their 2022 full-length debut album Paradise Again [Republic Records]. Their return was announced with the cover of Billboard and garnered immediate press and a late-night television performance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon followed with a trending hit "A Moth To A Flame" featuring The Weeknd.
Wynn Nightlife consists of the award-winning dayclub and nightclubs at Wynn Las Vegas, the recipient of more Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Awards than any other independent hotel company in the world. The resort is home to the Las Vegas Strip's most luxurious nightlife venues, XS and Encore Beach Club at Night, as well as the acclaimed dayclub, Encore Beach Club. Recently added to the portfolio, Wynn Field Club at Allegiant Stadium offers guests the first of its kind in stadium entertainment. Combined, the venues feature a roster of today's most in-demand artists.
XS Nightclub, one of the most renowned nightlife venues in the world, has continuously been named the top grossing nightclub in the U.S. by Nightclub & Bar's Top 100 list, and was the first venue to ever achieve the honor five times. The 40,000 square-foot mega-club features state-of-the-art technology and more than 10,000 individual light sources which illuminate the venue complementing the intricate décor, large circular dance floor and 170 luxe VIP tables and outdoor cabanas.
At Encore Beach Club, guests can enjoy 55,000 square feet of tropical oasis, including three tiered pools, 40-foot palm trees, 36 private bungalows and cabanas, plush daybeds, a showcase DJ booth and top-of-the-line audio system. Once the sun goes down, Encore Beach Club at Night is home to popular seasonal pool parties.
Wynn Resorts is the recipient of more Forbes Travel Guide Five Star Awards than any other independent hotel company in the world and in 2021 was once again honored on FORTUNE Magazine's World's Most Admired Companies list for the thirteenth time. Wynn and Encore Las Vegas consist of two luxury hotel towers with a total of 4,748 spacious hotel rooms, suites and villas. The resort features approximately 194,000 square feet of casino space, 20 signature dining experiences, 11 bars, two award-winning spas, approximately 560,000 square feet of meeting and convention space, approximately 160,000 square feet of retail space as well as two showrooms, two nightclubs, a beach club and recreation and leisure facilities, such as the recently renovated Wynn Golf Club and 18-hole, 129-acre championship golf course. For more information on Wynn and Encore Las Vegas, visit press.wynnlasvegas.com.
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This is FRESH AIR. The Hungarian violinist Joseph Szigeti never became a household name. But many music lovers, like our classical music critic Lloyd Schwartz, regard him as the greatest classical violinist in living memory. He died in 1973 at the age of 80. Many of his earlier recordings were never transferred to CD. But within the last year, the Sony and Pristine audio labels have released three new sets with more on the way. Here's Lloyd's review.
(SOUNDBITE OF JOSEPH SZIGETI PERFORMANCE OF SCHUBERT'S "PIANO SONATA NO. 17 IN D MAJOR, OP. 53, D.850, 'GASTEINER SONATE': IV. RONDO. ALLEGRETTO MODERATO")
LLOYD SCHWARTZ, BYLINE: That was an excerpt from a 1933 recording of a Schubert Rondo by the Hungarian violinist Joseph Szigeti. There's no violinist I love more. Even in that brief fragment, you can hear him make his violin both sing and speak. He captures Schubert's mood swings from the playful to the suddenly, if only momentarily, heartbreaking. No violinist I know has a greater emotional range in Bach or Mozart, but also in music by his contemporaries like his countryman Bela Bartok. They made some stunning recordings together including the first recording of Bartok's "Contrasts" with the legendary jazz clarinetist Benny Goodman. It's included in Sony's 17-disc Szigeti box of all of his American recordings on Columbia.
Maybe the single most enchanting piece in that whole set is Szigeti playing Stravinsky's brief "Pastorale" with the composer conducting and Mitch Miller, of "Sing Along With Mitch" fame, on the oboe.
(SOUNDBITE OF JOSEPH SZIGETI, IGOR STRAVINSKY, MITCHELL MILLER, ROBERT MCGINNIS, BERT GASSMAN AND SOL SCHOENBACH'S "PASTORALE, SONG WITHOUT WORDS FOR VIOLIN AND WOODWIND QUARTET")
SCHWARTZ: The French label Pristine Audio has already released the first two of what will eventually be four sets of Szigeti's European recordings. Here are some of Szigeti's most masterful performances. There's his sublime Bach "Double Violin Concerto" with his elder countryman Carl Flesch. It's the music George Balanchine used for his beloved ballet "Concerto Barocco." There's Szigeti's profound performance of what is usually regarded as a minor work, Mozart's "Violin Concerto No. Four" with the London Philharmonic Orchestra, led by Sir Thomas Beecham, and the first of Szigeti's three recordings of the Beethoven "Violin Concerto" from 1932, with Bruno Walter conducting the British Symphony Orchestra. It's the most beautiful performance of it I've ever heard.
(SOUNDBITE OF BRITISH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, BRUNO WALTER AD JOSEPH SZIGETI'S PERFORMANCE OF BEETHOVEN'S "VIOLIN CONCERTO IN D MAJOR, OP. 61")
SCHWARTZ: Two pieces in the big Sony box in their first appearance on CD make me especially happy, Prokofiev's two gorgeous violin sonatas. Here's the beginning of the Sonata in D.
(SOUNDBITE OF JOSEPH SZIGETI AND LEONID HAMBRO'S "SONATA NO. 2 IN D MAJOR, OP. 94A")
SCHWARTZ: Even the slightest of Szigeti's performances take my breath away. And the most ambitious of them are overwhelming. I hope these new and superbly produced recordings return one of the 20th century's most important artists to the attention and admiration he deserves.
GROSS: Lloyd Schwartz is the poet laureate of Somerville, Mass. His most recent book is called "Who's On First?: New And Selected Poems." He reviewed new sets of recordings by violinist Joseph Szigeti on the Sony and Pristine Classical labels. Tomorrow on FRESH AIR, we'll talk about the challenge, exhilaration and heartbreak of operating on the brains of children. Our guest will be the pediatric neurosurgeon Jay Wellons. His new memoir is about struggling to save kids suffering from illness and injury and helping their parents cope with the trauma of seeing their children in mortal danger. I hope you'll join us.
(SOUNDBITE OF CARL FLESCH, JOSEPH SZIGETI AND WALTER GOEHR'S PERFORMANCE OF BACH'S "CONCERTO FOR TWO VIOLINS IN D MINOR, BMV 1043")
GROSS: Our interviews and reviews are produced and edited by Amy Salit, Phyllis Myers, Sam Briger, Lauren Krenzel, Heidi Saman, Therese Madden, Ann Marie Baldonado, Thea Chaloner, Seth Kelley, Susan Nyakundi and Joel Wolfram. Our digital media producer is Molly Seavy-Nesper. Roberta Shorrock directs the show. I'm Terry Gross.
(SOUNDBITE OF CARL FLESCH, JOSEPH SZIGETI AND WALTER GOEHR'S PERFORMANCE OF BACH'S "CONCERTO FOR TWO VIOLINS IN D MINOR, BMV 1043") Transcript provided by NPR, Copyright NPR. | 2022-07-05T22:07:17+00:00 | klcc.org | https://www.klcc.org/npr-music/npr-music/2022-07-05/new-releases-help-cement-the-legacy-of-hungarian-violinist-joseph-szigeti |
What is the best tablet case?
Tablets have quickly become one of the most popular electronics due to their versatility and easy access. Tablets can serve as perfect entertainment devices for young kids, computer replacements for working people or as a secondary electronic device to handle basic smartphone tasks.
However, given the size and cost of a tablet, buying a case for them is incredibly important. Especially with so many tablet cases offering enhancements to the device itself alongside regular protective features, a case can be a vital addition to any type of table.
Tablet case features
Tablet case material
The material the case is made of is essential when it comes to enhanced item protection. Much like phone cases, tablet cases come in various materials, which offer different levels of protection and utility. Silicone and basic plastics provide basic protection and ease of use, while leather cases and hardened polycarbonates provide higher levels of protection and possibly additional uses. For further information on tablet cases, check out the buying guide on BestReviews.
Protective quality
Obviously, the actual protective quality of the tablet case is one of the most important factors in case choice. Several different tablet cases come with stress-tested materials that can handle high impact falls and even resistance to water, dust and sweat. Additionally, many cases come with covers for the front screen to protect against scratches and shattering. The more protective ability a case has, the larger and bulkier that case usually is.
Additional features
Several tablet cases today come with a variety of extra features that can add value to the product. In fact, many cases have an attachable keyboard to improve typing ability, kickstands for watching videos and stylus or pen holders for writing directly on the screen. For users who own tablets for work, several of these features can be incredibly beneficial to improve their abilities.
Style and design
One of the most personal choices is the kind of style and design a table case has. Tablet cases come in various colors and materials with unique patterns and designs on the back to fit any preference. For example, many cases are designed to look like briefcases, while others have cartoon characters on the back.
How much you can expect to spend on a tablet case
Tablet cases come at different prices, depending on several different factors. For users on a budget who want a basic case that offers some protection, a case can cost anywhere between $15-$30. However, for a user who wants high protection levels as well as additional features, tablet cases can cost upwards of $70. Most tablet cases can be found for around $30-$40 while still being a high-quality option.
What’s the best tablet case for me?
Top Microsoft Surface tablet case
URBAN ARMOR GEAR UAG Microsoft Surface Pro Case
What you need to know: A high-quality tablet case with great protective qualities that is still extremely lightweight.
What you’ll love: Withstands military drop tests for some of the best protection on the market. Comes with a built-in surface pen holder and an aluminum stand with five different angles.
What you should consider: Some users report durability issues with the kickstand, as some have broken off after a few months of use.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top iPad tablet case
Moshi VersaCover Case for iPad
What you need to know: An extremely versatile case that works for almost any situation and comes with a 10-year warranty.
What you’ll love: The case can transform into different shapes, including three different levels of stands. The case works both as a back cover or a front cover.
What you should consider: It does not offer significant protection from drops or impacts.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top Samsung tablet case
SUPCASE Unicorn Beetle Pro Series Case
What you need to know: A heavy-duty tablet case with high levels of protection and a front screen protector.
What you’ll love: Built with a kickstand for watching movies or videos. It also has port covers to protect dust and water from getting into the tablet and causing damage.
What you should consider: The stand is not adjustable, so there is only one angle at which the tablet can be propped up when in the case.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top HP tablet case
HP 1012 G2 Protective Case for Tablet
What you need to know: A tablet case with strong protective qualities and open sides to let the HP kickstand open freely.
What you’ll love: Comes with an over-the-shoulder strap for easy portability. It also has a snap-on-hand strap that can be used to hold the tablet better when in use.
What you should consider: Some of the ports get covered up when the case is on, which can be frustrating.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top tablet case for the money
What you need to know: An affordable and versatile tablet case that works with all different types of tablets across brands.
What you’ll love: Comes with a stylus holder and multiple stand angles for easy use. Leather exterior that protects both the back and front of the tablet.
What you should consider: The lack of custom design for a specific tablet means the device is only secured by straps on the inside of the case, possibly leading to slip-outs and a lower level of protection.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
What you need to know: One of the highest quality protective cases on the market today that is available for multiple types of tablets.
What you’ll love: Built with raised edges to protect the screen from cracks or scratches when dropped. Also has a liftable back that works as a stand and holds a stylus.
What you should consider: At well over $70, this case is one of the more expensive options for any user.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Mous Ultra-Protective Case iPad
What you need to know: A durable and slim tablet case that offers great protection and a stylus holder on the side.
What you’ll love: The foldable, integrated stand provides four different angles to prop the tablet up at. The case also comes with a lifetime warranty for any possible damage it does receive.
What you should consider: At $80, it is the most expensive case on the list.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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The photo hit the internet like a mic drop.
When the Justice Department rejected President Trump's call for a special master in his records dispute, it included a photo of top secret documents splayed across a carpeted floor in Mar-a-Lago — two months after Trump's team certified all such documents had been turned over.
The photo, which many observers called unprecedented, immediately drove discussions about Trump's legal problems into overdrive.
To Orin Kerr, a law professor at the University of California, Berkeley, the jaw-drop-inducing photo and filing are the latest steps in an extraordinary sequence, with the U.S. government arguing about national secrets with its former chief executive.
"This is an unusual response, but that's to be expected," Kerr said. "It was filed in reply to an unusual request by a judge to respond to a very unusual filing by Trump."
The photo was staged for dramatic effect, Trump's team says
In their own response filed late Wednesday, Trump's legal team called the Justice Department's filing "extraordinary."
They accuse the government of "criminalizing a former President's possession of personal and Presidential records in a secure setting."
Trump's team also homed in on the image of the documents, with attorney Lindsey Halligan writing that the Justice Department "gratuitously included a photograph of allegedly classified materials, pulled from a container and spread across the floor for dramatic effect."
As photographs go, the FBI image doesn't look particularly well-composed, with papers scattered across the carpet. But those papers' bright yellow and red markings, their "TOP SECRET" coversheets, make the randomness of the scene more striking: here is hard-won information that's highly compartmentalized by the government, lying on the floor of a private office in Florida.
"In some instances, even the FBI counterintelligence personnel and DOJ attorneys conducting the review required additional clearances" before they could examine some folders' contents, the Justice Department said.
What about those abbreviations?
The photo quickly sparked intense interest into the arcane abbreviations that label America's national secrets.
One of the most scrutinized markings states that several folders' contents are marked "TOP SECRET//SCI" and restricted "UP TO HCS-P/SI/TK." Here's a quick breakdown of those terms:
HCS-P - HUMINT Control System Product, using the acronym for human intelligence. According to the office of the Director of National Intelligence's classification manual, "HCS protects the most sensitive HUMINT operations and information acquired from clandestine and/or uniquely sensitive HUMINT sources, methods, and certain technical collection capabilities, technologies, and methods linked to or supportive of HUMINT."
SCI - Sensitive Compartmented Information, a broad term for intelligence information that requires a formal system to control its distribution.
SI - Special Intelligence, or more specifically, "technical and intelligence information derived from the monitoring of foreign communications signals by other than the intended recipients" — the type of work done by the National Security Agency, for instance.
TK - Talent Keyhole, a long-held designation that refers to classified spy satellite data.
Those terms are merely on the cover sheets. The internal documents themselves were redacted, along with their detailed compartmentalized designations.
Which case is this again?
While Trump's legal embroilments are extensive, this particular case dates to Aug. 22, when the former president asked a federal district judge in Florida to appoint a special master to review all the materials taken from his home.
Trump is the plaintiff in the case; the defendant is the United States of America.
"Politics cannot be allowed to impact the administration of justice," Trump's team said in its initial filing, calling him "the clear frontrunner" in the 2024 presidential race, "should he decide to run."
In that filing, Trump sought to block the Justice Department from reviewing the materials until a special master is appointed. He also asked the judge to make the government provide a "sufficiently detailed receipt" of seized items, and "promptly return anything taken that is outside of the search warrant's scope.
The judge in the case is Aileen M. Cannon, whom Trump appointed in 2020. She is herself a veteran of the U.S. Attorney's Office in Southern Florida, which is now contesting the case.
"In a normal case, a judge would find DOJ's response persuasive and would be done with it," Kerr said. "It's possible that this particular judge will try to give more to Trump, but my guess is that it won't matter much: Whether a special master is appointed probably doesn't make much difference to the case."
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HELENA, Mont. (AP) — Planned Parenthood of Montana on Tuesday asked a state judge to temporarily block a law that bans the abortion method most commonly used after 15 weeks of gestation, arguing it is unconstitutional.
The organization filed the complaint over the law to ban dilation and evacuation abortions just hours after Republican Gov. Greg Gianforte’s office announced he had signed the bill.
The law “is the latest salvo in the Legislature’s ongoing assault on Montanans’ right to seek safe and lawful pre-viability abortions — a right guaranteed by the Montana Constitution,” the complaint states.
Montana’s Supreme Court ruled in 1999 that the state constitutional right to privacy includes the right to a pre-viability abortion from a provider of the patient’s choice, the lawsuit states.
Under the new ban, which took effect immediately, anyone who performs a dilation and evacuation abortion can be charged with a felony that can be punished by 5 to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $50,000. There are exceptions for medical emergencies.
The new law “is a grave threat to Montanans’ health and safety and must be blocked,” Martha Fuller, president and CEO of Planned Parenthood of Montana, said in a statement. “Given the law’s immediate effective date, patients across the state can already be denied access to care that was legally available moments before the governor’s signature today.”
Planned Parenthood sought a preemptive ban on the law last month after the bill had been passed by the Legislature, but before it was signed by Gianforte. District Court Judge Kathy Seeley said she could not restrain a law that was not yet in effect.
The office of Attorney General Austin Knudsen filed a motion on May 8 asking the court to sanction the attorneys and the plaintiffs for seeking the temporary restraining order before the law was in effect.
Planned Parenthood said it filed the lawsuit before the bill was signed because it had an immediate effective date and implicated constitutionally protected medical procedures.
Knudsen’s office did not immediately respond to an email seeking comment on Tuesday’s complaint.
The law being challenged also includes a provision that says: “The right of individual privacy as referenced in the Montana Constitution … does not create, and may not be construed as creating or recognizing, a right to abortion or to governmental funding of abortions,” as part of a Republican effort to require the Montana Supreme Court to reconsider the 1999 Armstrong ruling.
The Montana Supreme Court cited the Armstrong ruling last week in saying advanced practice registered nurses can continue to provide abortion care if they are properly trained.
Planned Parenthood and other abortion providers did receive an order to temporarily block a state rule that required prior authorization before Medicaid paid for an abortion. Planned Parenthood obtained an order to block another law that called for a 24-week abortion ban and required an ultrasound before an abortion could be performed.
A hearing over whether a judge should grant preliminary injunctions blocking the rule and the ultrasound law are scheduled for May 23. | 2023-05-17T00:53:19+00:00 | fox59.com | https://fox59.com/news/health/ap-health/montana-abortion-clinics-ask-judge-to-block-law-that-bans-second-trimester-abortion-method/ |
Officials: Floods in Yemen kill at least 38 people in 2 days
By AHMED AL-HAJ
Associated Press
SANAA, Yemen (AP) — Torrential rains across southwestern Yemen and the country’s capital of Sanaa have triggered flashfloods and collapsed homes, killing at least 38 people over the past two days. Officials said on Thursday that in Sanaa and the provinces of Dhamar and Ibb scores of homes have completely collapsed or have been significantly damaged. The areas are controlled by Yemen’s Houthi rebels, who are at war with forces loyal to the country’s internationally recognized government, backed by a Saudi-led coalition. Yemen’s annual rainy season usually starts in May and lasts until August but this year, the Arab world’s most impoverished country has seen heavier-than-usual rains accompanied by thunderstorms. | 2022-08-11T18:39:51+00:00 | keyt.com | https://keyt.com/news/2022/08/11/officials-floods-in-yemen-kill-at-least-38-people-in-2-days/ |
NEW YORK, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Weiss Law is investigating possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of law by the board of directors of Forma Therapeutics Holdings, Inc. ("Forma Therapeutics" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: FMTX), in connection with the proposed acquisition of the Company by Novo Nordisk A/S (NYSE: NVO) via tender offer. Under the terms of the merger agreement, the Company's shareholders will receive $20.00 in cash for each share of Forma Therapeutics common stock owned. The transaction is valued at approximately $1.1 billion.
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LOS ANGELES (AP) _ Hanmi Financial Corp. (HAFC) on Tuesday reported third-quarter net income of $27.2 million.
The bank, based in Los Angeles, said it had earnings of 89 cents per share.
The results topped Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of four analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of 78 cents per share.
The bank holding company posted revenue of $80.4 million in the period. Its revenue net of interest expense was $72 million, also surpassing Street forecasts. Three analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $68.6 million.
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SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korea may conduct a public survey to help determine whether to grant exemptions to mandatory military service to members of the K-pop boyband BTS, officials said Wednesday.
The issue of active military service for the band’s seven members has been a hot-button topic in South Korea because its oldest member, Jin, faces enlistment in December, when he turns 30.
Defense Minister Lee Jong-sup told lawmakers that he ordered officials to implement a survey quickly. He said his ministry will also look into various other factors such as BTS’s economic impact, the importance of military service and overall national interest.
After his comments created a stir, his ministry clarified in a statement that Lee ordered officials to examine whether such a survey is needed, rather than launch it immediately.
It said officials were asked to study details including which agency would be responsible for a survey, how long would it take and who exactly would be surveyed. The statement said if the survey is carried out, it will be done by a third organization, not by the ministry or related authorities, to ensure fairness.
The ministry said the results would be only one of the many factors determining BTS members’ military status.
By law, all able-bodied men in South Korea must serve 18-21 months in the military under a conscription system established to deal with threats from rival North Korea. But the country gives exemption to athletes, classical and traditional musicians, and ballet and other dancers who win top places in certain competitions because they are considered to have enhanced national prestige.
Those exempted are released from the military after taking three weeks of basic training. But they are required to perform 544 hours of volunteer work and serve in their respective professional fields for 34 months.
Some politicians and others have called for expanding the scope of exemptions to include K-pop stars such as BTS because they have elevated South Korea’s international image significantly as well.
A private survey earlier this year showed about 60% of respondents supported military exemption for BTS members. But another private survey in 2020 showed 46% backed exemptions while 48% opposed them. | 2022-08-31T20:27:03+00:00 | cbs42.com | https://www.cbs42.com/entertainment/ap-entertainment/ap-s-korea-may-conduct-survey-on-bts-members-military-duty/ |
WASHINGTON — The next Powerball jackpot will officially be the largest prize ever offered in a U.S. lottery.
After nobody won Wednesday's $1.2 billion Powerball drawing, the estimated jackpot for Saturday began climbing, and hit $1.6 billion Friday after strong sales. That mean's Saturday's jackpot will take the top spot for largest Powerball grand prize.
The winning numbers for Wednesday's drawing were 2-11-22-35-60, Powerball 23 and Power Play 2.
Despite no grand prize winner, there were still multiple new millionaires Thursday morning. Players in Arizona, California, Colorado, Georgia, Maryland, Minnesota, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Texas and Virginia have million-dollar tickets matching all five numbers but not the red Powerball. Players in Arkansas, Montana and New Jersey have tickets worth $2 million, matching five numbers with the Power Play.
In the 39 draws since Aug. 3, there hasn't been a jackpot winner.
The Multi-State Lottery Association, which oversees the Powerball game, reported 131.6 million Powerball tickets sold for Monday's drawing. As a result, 36.3% of all possible number combinations were covered, with millions of players picking the same ones.
With a jackpot odds of 1 in 292.2 million, that still means about 186 million number combinations weren't covered.
The new $1.6 billion prize is actually for winners who opt for an annuity, paid out annually over 29 years. Nearly all winners choose cash, which for Saturday’s drawing would be $782.4 million. But some financial experts say that might not always be the smartest choice.
Over the past few years, huge lottery jackpots have become more common as lottery officials have changed the rules and ticket prices to boost top prizes. The latest change came in August, when Powerball officials added a third drawing day to the weekly schedule to pump prizes and sales.
The previous biggest prize was a $1.586 billion Powerball jackpot won by three ticketholders in 2016. Once a winning ticket matches the drawing, the Powerball jackpot starts over again at $20 million and continues to grow each drawing until it is won.
Powerball is played in 45 states, as well as Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
What time is the Powerball drawing?
The drawing will take place on Saturday at 10:59 p.m. Eastern (9:59 p.m. Central Time, 8:59 p.m. Mountain Time, 7:59 p.m. Pacific Time)
What days are the Powerball drawing?
Back in Aug. 2021, Powerball shifted to three drawings a week in an effort to build larger prizes and boost sales. The drawings currently happen every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
How late can you buy Powerball tickets?
The cut-off times for buying Powerball tickets vary by state. Usually, it's within one or two hours of the scheduled drawing. However, you should check with your local lottery. Tickets cost $2 per play.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
Top 10 biggest US lottery jackpots
- $1.6 billion (estimated) Powerball, Nov. 5, 2022
- $1.586 billion, Powerball, Jan. 13, 2016 (three tickets, from California, Florida, Tennessee)
- $1.537 billion, Mega Millions, Oct. 23, 2018 (one ticket, from South Carolina)
- $1.337 billion, Mega Millions, July 29, 2022 (one ticket, from Illinois)
- $1.05 billion, Mega Millions, Jan. 22, 2021 (one ticket, from Michigan)
- $768.4 million, Powerball, March 27, 2019 (one ticket, from Wisconsin)
- $758.7 million, Powerball, Aug. 23, 2017 (one ticket, from Massachusetts)
- $731.1 million, Powerball, Jan. 20, 2021 (one ticket, from Maryland)
- $687.8 million, Powerball, Oct. 27, 2018 (two tickets, from Iowa and New York)
- $656 million, Mega Millions, March 30, 2012 (three tickets, from Kansas, Illinois and Maryland) | 2022-11-04T19:36:31+00:00 | king5.com | https://www.king5.com/article/news/nation-world/powerball-jackpot-saturday-lottery-record-november-5/507-c9ae8313-a020-48ae-b3d5-5054f3ad5074 |
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BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Investigators are looking for a suspect in the deaths of four University of Idaho students whose bodies were found at an off-campus home during the weekend, a newspaper reported.
Authorities in the city of Moscow, Idaho, have released little information about the deaths, including the cause, but have said all four students are victims and that there is no active risk to the community.
The Idaho Statesman reported late Monday night that investigators are seeking a suspect.
“All I can say is the deaths are ruled a homicide at this point, and homicide and murder are synonymous,” police Capt. Anthony Dahlinger told the Statesman by phone. “We certainly have a crime here, so we are looking for a suspect.”
Police discovered the students' bodies just before noon Sunday as they responded to a report of an unconscious person at a home steps away from the campus. The victims were identified as Ethan Chapin, a 20-year-old from Conway, Washington; Madison Mogen, a 21-year-old from Coeur d'Alene, Idaho; Xana Kernodle, 20, from Avondale, Arizona; and Kaylee Goncalves, 21, from Rathdrum, Idaho.
University of Idaho president Scott Green said the students were all “killed” under tragic circumstances, and Moscow Mayor Art Bettge said all four of the students were considered victims in the investigation. Dahlinger told the Idaho Statesman Monday night that none of the deceased students are believed to be responsible for the deaths.
The students likely died between 3 a.m. and 4 a.m., but they weren't discovered for hours, Bettge said.
“The police got there at noon, nothing happened in the interim and nothing happened afterward, so it seemed to be a unique occurrence that was not apt to be repeated,” said Bettge. That timeline helped authorities determine that there was not an active risk, he said.
Dahlinger declined to confirm or deny Bettge’s description of the timeline.
The university canceled classes on Monday, and said additional security staffers were available to walk students across campus if needed during the remainder of the week.
Still, the lack of information about the cause of deaths — and the fact that police have said there is no one in custody — had many parents worried about campus safety and some students leaving for Thanksgiving break early.
In a memo released Monday afternoon, University of Idaho President Scott Green urged university employees to be empathetic and flexible and work with students who decided to leave classes to spend time with their families.
“Words cannot adequately describe the light these students brought to this world or ease the depth of suffering we feel at their passing under these tragic circumstances,” Green wrote of the slain students.
The police said anyone with information should contact the department and asked that people respect the privacy of the victims' family and friends.
Brian Nickerson, the fire chief of the Moscow Volunteer Fire and EMS Department, said police were the first to arrive at the home. The first responders from the fire and EMS department didn't go inside or transport anyone from the scene, Nickerson said.
The city of Moscow is a close-knit college town nestled in the rolling hills of north-central Idaho, about 80 miles (130 kilometers) southeast of Spokane, Washington.
The University said Chapin was a freshman and a member of the Sigma Chi fraternity, and Kernodle was a junior majoring in marketing and a member of the Pi Beta Phi sorority. Mogen was a senior also majoring in marketing and a member of Pi Beta Phi, and Goncalves was a senior majoring in general studies and a member of the Alpha Phi sorority, the university said. The university also had different home town listed for Chapin and Kernodle than the towns listed in the Moscow Police Department release: The school said Chapin was from Mount Vernon, Washington, and Kernodle was from Post Falls, Idaho.
A vigil for the slain students was set for 5 p.m. Wednesday on the University's Administration lawn, University of Idaho spokesman Kyle Pfannenstiel said.
Shortly after Moscow police announced the homicide investigation, students at the University of Virginia were also told to shelter in place after police said a suspect gunned down fellow students on a bus as they returned from a school field trip. The shooting left three members of the school's football team dead and two other students injured. The shooting touched off an intense manhunt Sunday, and authorities announced Monday that a suspect, Christopher Darnell Jones Jr., had been apprehended.
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AP researcher Jennifer Farrar in New York and AP reporter John Antczak in Los Angeles contributed to this report. | 2022-11-15T17:33:42+00:00 | ourmidland.com | https://www.ourmidland.com/news/article/Police-Suspect-sought-in-University-of-Idaho-17586268.php |
OUAGADOUGOU, Burkina Faso (AP) — More than a dozen members of Burkina Faso’s army seized control of state television late Friday, declaring that the country’s coup leader-turned-president, Lt. Col. Paul Henri Sandaogo Damiba, had been overthrown after only nine months in power.
The spokesman said Capt. Ibrahim Traore was now the leader of Burkina Faso, a volatile West African country that is battling a mounting Islamic insurgency.
Damiba and his allies overthrew the democratically elected president, coming to power with promises of make the country more secure. However, violence has continued unabated and frustration with his leadership has grown in recent months.
“In the face of the continuing deterioration of the security situation, we have repeatedly tried to refocus the transition on security issues,” said the statement read aloud Friday evening by the spokesman, Capt. Kiswendsida Farouk Azaria Sorgho.
The soldiers promised the international community they would respect their commitments and urged Burkinabes “to go about their business in peace.”
Damiba had just returned from addressing the U.N. General Assembly in New York as Burkina Faso’s head of state. Tensions, though, had been mounting for months. In his speech, Damiba defended his January coup as “an issue of survival for our nation,” even if it was ”perhaps reprehensible” to the international community.
Constantin Gouvy, Burkina Faso researcher at Clingendael, said Friday night’s events “follow escalating tensions within the ruling MPSR junta and the wider army about strategic and operational decisions to tackle spiraling insecurity.”
“Members of the MPSR increasingly felt Damiba was isolating himself and casting aside those who helped him seize power,” Gouvy told The Associated Press.
Gunfire had erupted in the capital, Ouagadougou, early Friday and hours passed without any public appearance by Damiba. Late in the afternoon, his spokesman posted a statement on the presidency’s Facebook page saying that “negotiations are underway to bring back calm and serenity.”
Friday’s developments felt all too familiar in West Africa, where a coup in Mali in August 2020 set off a series of military power grabs in the region. Mali also saw a second coup nine months after the August 2020 overthrow of its president, when the junta’s leader sidelined his civilian transition counterparts and put himself alone in charge.
On the streets of Ouagadougou, some people already were showing support Friday for the change in leadership even before the putschists took to the state airwaves.
Francois Beogo, a political activist from the Movement for the Refounding of Burkina Faso, said Damiba “has showed his limits.”
“People were expecting a real change,” he said of the January coup d’etat.
Some demonstrators voiced support for Russian involvement in order to stem the violence, and shouted slogans against France, Burkina Faso’s former colonizer. In neighboring Mali, the junta invited Russian mercenaries from the Wagner Group to help secure the country, though their deployment has drawn international criticism.
Many in Burkina Faso initially supported the military takeover last January, frustrated with the previous government’s inability to stem Islamic extremist violence that has killed thousands and displaced at least 2 million.
Yet the violence has failed to wane in the months since Damiba took over. Earlier this month, he also took on the position of defense minister after dismissing a brigadier general from the post.
“It’s hard for the Burkinabe junta to claim that it has delivered on its promise of improving the security situation, which was its pretext for the January coup,” said Eric Humphery-Smith, senior Africa analyst at the risk intelligence company Verisk Maplecroft.
Earlier this week, at least 11 soldiers were killed and 50 civilians went missing after a supply convoy was attacked by gunmen in Gaskinde commune in Soum province in the Sahel. That attack was “a low point” for Damiba’s government and “likely played a role in inspiring what we’ve seen so far today,” added Humphery-Smith.
U.N. spokesman Stephane Dujarric said Friday that nearly one-fifth of Burkina Faso’s population “urgently needs humanitarian aid.”
“Burkina Faso needs peace, it needs stability, and it needs unity in order to fight terrorist groups and criminal networks operating in parts of the country,” Dujarric said.
Chrysogone Zougmore, president of the Burkina Faso Movement for Human Rights, called Friday’s developments “very regrettable,” saying the instability would not help in the fight against the Islamic extremist violence.
“How can we hope to unite people and the army if the latter is characterized by such serious divisions?” Zougmore said. “It is time for these reactionary and political military factions to stop leading Burkina Faso adrift.”
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Mednick reported from Barcelona. Associated Press writers Krista Larson in Dakar, Senegal, and Edith M. Lederer at the United Nations contributed. | 2022-09-30T21:23:40+00:00 | mytwintiers.com | https://www.mytwintiers.com/news-cat/world-news/ap-international/ap-gunfire-heard-in-burkina-faso-sparking-coup-fears/ |
CLEVELAND (AP) — Those October nuisances, the midges, are back. This time, they're on the football field.
The flying insects that impacted a Cleveland-New York Yankees playoff game 15 years ago swarmed the field and stands at FirstEnergy Stadium as the Browns and Los Angeles Chargers played Sunday.
During pregame warmups, players on both teams swatted away the pests, which seemed to be thicker along the Chargers' shaded sideline.
“Terrible," one Chargers player said as he headed to the locker room.
A security guard standing near the tunnel said he swallowed two of the bugs. Fans were forced to deal with the pests as well, batting them away during the first quarter.
The midges hatch along Lake Erie several times a year, and can get so thick they cover windows on cars and homes. The stadium's press box window was speckled with the insects.
In 2007, Yankees reliever Joba Chamberlain famously became engulfed on the mound during Game 2 of the AL Division Series. Chamberlain was rattled by the midges and uncorked a wild pitch that allowed Cleveland to tie the game in the eighth inning.
The Yankees will be in town later this week to face the Guardians, who swept Tampa Bay in the AL wild-card series.
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- Development of two types of MLCCs applied to electric vehicles...Realization of the industry's highest capacity among MLCCs with a rated voltage in the 250·100V class * Rated voltage: The maximum voltage that can be withstood without being damaged by the voltage.
- Used in electric systems such as batteries and chargers and LED headlamps, which are key elements of electric vehicles that use high voltage
- Enhanced battery stability and stable energy supplied to semiconductors with high capacity
- Realized the highest capacity in the industry by applying nanoscale atomization technology to the core raw material (ceramic)
- Improved durability against voltage with proprietary raw material surface coating process
- Strengthening the automotive component business by newly establishing dedicated automotive electronic component organizations and expanding the electronic product lineup
- CEO Chang Duckhyun said that "Samsung Electro-Mechanics has established the whole line-up for automotive MLCC by developing electric vehicle products and is transforming into an automotive component company."
SEOUL, South Korea, May 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Samsung Electro-Mechanics announced on the 16th that it has succeeded in realizing the industry's highest capacity in terms of high-pressure MLCC applicable to electric vehicles and has started market targeting by expanding its line-up for high-end level automotive electronic components.
The MLCCs developed this time are products that have the characteristics of 250V class 33nF (nanofarad) with low capacitance change rate according to temperature and 100V class 10µF (microfarad) for 125℃ and they are products with the industry's highest capacity in terms of high-pressure MLCC in the same voltage class. Each product is used in electric systems and LED headlamps, which are key devices for electric vehicles.
* Farad (symbol: F): Unit representing electric capacity
Electric vehicles operate based on high-voltage battery systems such as battery management systems (BMS) and on-board chargers (OBC). MLCCs used in electric vehicles must be able to withstand the high output voltages transmitted from the battery for ultra-fast charging and power delivery. In addition, as the number of electronic components used in electric vehicles increases, semiconductors must also have high-capacity characteristics so that they can operate stably.
The 250V class · 33nF product developed this time boasts the highest capacity in the industry at the same voltage level. 22nF was the highest capacity for the existing 250V class products. This product improves battery stability by removing high-frequency noise inside the battery module while having the durability to withstand high voltages.
In addition, the 100V class · 10µF product is used in LED headlamps for electric vehicles and its electric capacity has been doubled compared to the previous product. Semiconductors used in LED headlamps require high power consumption, so high-capacity MLCCs that can store a lot of energy and supply it to semiconductors quickly and stably while having high voltage durability are essential.
In general, it is difficult for MLCCs to satisfy both voltage and capacitance characteristics at the same time. Designing thicker dielectrics to increase voltage characteristics reduces the number of internal electrodes that can be stacked, making it difficult to increase capacity. Samsung Electro-Mechanics has realized high capacity by refining dielectrics as core raw material in the form of nano-level fine powder. The company also explained that its proprietary surface coating method minimizes agglomeration between powders, enabling stable operation at high voltages.
Meanwhile, the MLCCs developed this time satisfies AEC-Q200, a reliability test standard for automotive electronic components, enabling them to be used in other applications such as ADAS, body, chassis, and infotainment in vehicles.
Samsung Electro-Mechanics CEO Chang Duckhyun said that "Samsung Electro-Mechanics has established the whole line-up for automotive MLCC by developing electric vehicle products," and that "Samsung Electro-Mechanics will develop and manufacture core raw materials for MLCCs on its own to enhance technological competitiveness, and expand its market share for electronic device MLCCs by internalizing facilities and strengthening production capacity."
Samsung Electro-Mechanics has been developing and producing MLCCs since 1988 and has the world's second largest market share in the IT sector. Samsung Electro-Mechanics is strengthening its lineup of high-temperature, high-pressure, and high-reliability electronic device products based on its technological prowess in the ultra-small and ultra-high-capacity MLCC sector, and is expanding its MLCC supply to global automotive component manufacturers and automobile manufacturers.
Samsung Electro-Mechanics has newly established organizations dedicated to automotive electronic components in its major business divisions following the expansion of the automotive electronic components market to continuously develop technologies for automotive electronic components in areas such as MLCC, camera module, and semiconductor package substrate, and is expanding its business proportion. Samsung Electro-Mechanics CEO Chang Duckhyun said at the shareholders' meeting last March, "Electric vehicles and autonomous driving are opportunities for Samsung Electro-Mechanics," and that "We will emerge as an automotive component company by joining the development trends of automotive electronic components market."
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Caught on cam: Officer cuts loose fawn trapped in backyard soccer net
WESTLAKE, Ohio (WOIO/Gray News) - An officer in Ohio helped free a fawn that got caught in a soccer net in a homeowner’s backyard with the event captured on video.
The Westlake police officer said a concerned citizen called for help after a baby deer was found caught in their backyard soccer net on Saturday.
Neighbors attempted to free the animal themselves, but Westlake police said the “mommy deer was too protective.”
Bodycam footage shared by police showed an officer cutting the fawn loose in just one minute.
Once freed, the fawn jumped back onto his hooves and scurried back to his mom, who anxiously waited close by to be reunited with her baby.
“Officers responded to handle the situation as we do many times each day and night (although most don’t involve a cute spotted Bambi),” Westlake police said.
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WFO BUFFALO Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Thursday, December 1, 2022
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LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
641 PM EST Wed Nov 30 2022
...LAKE EFFECT SNOW WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST
THURSDAY...
* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations
of 8 to 15 inches in the most persistent lake snows across the
Tug Hill Plateau, with 4 to 7 inches across the surrounding
lower elevations. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph will produce
extensive blowing and drifting snow.
* WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. Greatest
accumulations across the Tug Hill Plateau.
* WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult at times. Areas of
blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. The
hazardous conditions will impact the morning commute on
Thursday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Heavy snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If traveling, be
prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities.
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COORD...4398 7514 4397 7533 4390 7588 4383 7602
4352 7620 4347 7612 4348 7581 4344 7581 4342 7550
4360 7513
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COORD...4380 7536 4391 7558 4393 7597 4386 7613
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COORD...4357 7523 4361 7540 4365 7578 4361 7606
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* WHAT...Lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 7
inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high
as 45 mph will produce extensive blowing and drifting snow.
* WHERE...Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie
counties.
* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on snow covered and slippery roads. Areas of
blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning commute on Thursday.
Lake effect snow will fall in relatively narrow bands. If
traveling, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and
visibilities.
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WASHINGTON, Dec. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In a significant step for the advancement of human health, Congress passed the FDA Modernization Act as part of the FY2023 Omnibus Appropriations Bill. It is now being forward to President Biden's desk to be signed into law.
In Section 3209 titled "Animal Testing Alternatives," the bill amends the regulatory guidance at the FDA that requires animal testing for drugs and biosimilars. The bill amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetics Act (FFDCA) to:
- Substitute the term "nonclinical tests" for the current "preclinical tests" (including tests on animals),
- Substitute the term "animal" for "nonclinical tests" and,
- Add a new section defining "nonclinical tests" to include human-relevant testing methods such as cell-based assays, microphysiological systems (such as Organ-Chips), or bioprinted or computer models.
This is a needed step to innovate therapeutic development and modernize medical testing. By broadening the options for drug developers to include modern and human-relevant testing methods, in place of less effective animal experimentation, the bill introduces a much-needed improvement to the drug development process. Such change is expected to speed up drug discovery and lower the cost of life-saving medicine.
The existing drug development paradigm, established by statute in 1938 under the FFDCA, requires animal tests to be conducted in all new drug applications submitted for regulatory approvals, even though 90—95% of drugs that pass animal testing fail when tried in humans.
But modern test methods have been shown to outperform animal tests by a wide margin. A recent, comprehensive study shows the superiority of Liver-Chips in predicting drug liver toxicity in humans, as compared to animal testing. The human Liver-Chips correctly identified 87% of drugs that caused serious liver toxicity and deaths in patients despite all of them passing through animal testing. Liver toxicity is one of the top safety problems that lead to drug failures and causes significant human harm.
In a recent opinion article published in Frontiers Medical Technology, CCS lists a dozen reasons why Organ-Chips are better than animal experimentation at modeling human diseases and for drug development.
CCS has been the scientific lead working with Congress members to forward the FDA Modernization Act and has built a coalition of scientific institutions in support of the bill, including the Wyss Institute at Harvard, MatTek, Emulate, BICO, and others.
"Testing methods that are based on human biology like Organ-Chips can better protect people from significant harm than animal testing," says CCS CEO and Co-Founder Aysha Akhtar, MD, MPH. "It is also very likely that numerous effective treatments were abandoned early because of misleading results in animals. This is extremely concerning as millions of Americans are desperately waiting for better treatments, yet the outdated method of animal testing has likely caused drug developers to throw out useful medication and maybe even cures. It's past due that the FDA's regulatory process catches up with modern science."
"We are extremely grateful," Dr. Akhtar continues, "for the hard work by Congressmembers to pass this much needed bill that not only will further human health, but also reduce animal testing. It's a win-win for humans and animals."
Center for Contemporary Sciences (CCS) is pioneering a paradigm shift towards innovative, evidence-based research methods that are based on human biology. We champion technologies that are better for humans and that replace animal testing.
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Three men are missing and presumed dead in California after a child was caught in a river current and they swam out in an attempt to rescue him, authorities said.
The Los Angeles Times reported Sunday that the boy was swept away at a popular boating and swimming destination called Three Mile Slough.
The delta area of the Sacramento and San Joaquin rivers is about 40 miles (64 kilometers) south of Sacramento.
The boy was pulled from the water and wasn't hurt but three of his relatives were pulled under after they went in after him, said Rio Vista Battalion Chief Brandon Wilson.
People "saw them go under and never saw them come back," Wilson said.
Authorities searched for the men for two hours in hopes of rescuing them but later transitioned to a recovery operation, the San Francisco Chronicle reported. | 2022-07-04T19:02:52+00:00 | seattlepi.com | https://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/3-men-missing-in-California-after-river-rescue-17283705.php |
VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) _ Equinox Gold Corp. (EQX) on Wednesday reported a second-quarter loss of $78.7 million, after reporting a profit in the same period a year earlier.
On a per-share basis, the Vancouver, British Columbia-based company said it had a loss of 26 cents. Losses, adjusted for non-recurring costs, were 16 cents per share.
The results fell short of Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of four analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for a loss of 1 cent per share.
The gold miner posted revenue of $224.6 million in the period.
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — The birth mother of Florida school shooter Nikolas Cruz abused crack cocaine and alcohol during her pregnancy, his half-sister and another witness testified Monday — a circumstance that his lead attorney said left him with “an irretrievably broken” brain and set him on the road to mass murder.
Cruz’s attorneys began their defense Monday, hoping to convince his jury to sentence him to life without parole instead of death for slaying 14 students and three staff members during the Feb. 14, 2018, shooting at Parkland’s Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
His lead attorney, Melisa McNeill, told the jury during her deferred opening statement that Cruz has fetal alcohol and drug issues that weren’t dealt with adequately by his adoptive mother, Lynda Cruz, who suffered from severe depression and financial woes after her husband died suddenly when their son was 5. McNeill told the jury that doesn’t excuse what her 23-year-old client did, but are factors they should consider as her team presents its case over several weeks.
“He is a brain-damaged human,” she said.
She said nothing in Cruz’s life story will erase that the seven men, five women and 10 alternates have “seen things that will haunt us forever.” Cruz pleaded guilty in October to 17 counts of first-degree murder and the trial will only decide his sentence.
“Everyone knows there is one person responsible for all that pain and all of that suffering, and that person is Nikolas Cruz,” she said. But she hopes jurors will remember that the law “never requires you to vote for death,” not even “in the worst case imaginable, and it’s arguable that this is the worst case imaginable.”
McNeill deferred her opening statement from the trial’s first day of July 18 to the beginning of her team’s case. For Cruz to be sentenced to death, the jury must be unanimous — if even one juror votes for life, that will be his sentence.
The defense is seeking to overcome horrendous evidence laid out by lead prosecutor Mike Satz and his team, capped by the jurors’ visit to the fenced-off building that Cruz stalked, firing about 150 shots down halls and into classrooms. Jurors saw dried blood on floors and walls, bullet holes in doors and windows and remnants of Valentine’s Day cards and balloons.
Prosecutors also presented graphic surveillance videos; gruesome crime scene and autopsy photos; his AR-15-style semiautomatic rifle; emotional testimony from teachers and students who saw others die; and four days of tearful, angry statements from parents, spouses and other family members about how their loved one’s death affected them. Jurors also watched video of Cruz calmly ordering a cherry and blue raspberry Icee minutes after the shooting and, nine months later, attacking a jail guard.
The defense began its case by showing that Cruz’s late birth mother, Brenda Woodard, was a Fort Lauderdale prostitute who smoked crack cocaine and drank Colt 45 malt liquor and Cisco fortified wine during her pregnancy with him. It is unknown whether Cruz’s birth father was a customer or a rapist — there was conflicting testimony on that — but his identity is unknown and he was not part of Woodard’s life.
Cruz spent much of the day looking up at the proceedings — during the prosecution’s case, he usually stared at the defense table and scribbled on a pad.
Carolyn Deakins, a former prostitute, testified Monday that she and Woodard were drinking beer one day in 1998 when Woodard got sick. She thought it was because of drugs, but Woodard told her she was pregnant. Deakins said she angrily told Woodard she was harming her baby with drugs and drinking, but Woodard replied she was putting the child up for adoption and didn’t care.
“Nickolas, I am sorry, but that’s how it was,” she said, peering over at the defense table. Cruz looked down.
Cruz’s half-sister, Danielle Woodard, nearly 12 years older, was brought to the courtroom from a Miami-Dade County jail where she is awaiting trial on a carjacking charge. Monday was the first time she had seen Cruz in person since she held him minutes after his birth — “he was really squirmy.” Their mother kicked her out of the maternity ward for asking if they could keep him.
She confirmed that throughout her childhood her mother abused alcohol and drugs. She said her mother would beat drug screens while on probation by having her urinate into a container and hide it in her person. The behavior continued through another pregnancy that birthed hers and Cruz’s half-brother, Zachary.
“She had an addiction. She always put that first,” Woodard said. Cruz nodded after she said she still loved her brothers.
Susan Lubar, a former Broward County teacher of preschool special needs, testified that Cruz had severe language and behavioral problems when she taught him at age 4. She said he would act like a tiger, curling his hands like paws and hissing at other children if they got too close.
“Nikolas would push children, scratch at them, topple over furniture, he would stay away from other children and if they got too close, he would pounce,” she testified.
To calm him, she put a sheet over a table where he would go to be alone with toys and picture books, something she never did with any child since in her long career.
Other children “knew that was his space and wouldn’t try to go in there,” she said.
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Associated Press writer Freida Frisaro in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, contributed to this report. | 2022-08-23T03:32:29+00:00 | siouxlandproud.com | https://www.siouxlandproud.com/news/national/attorney-florida-school-shooter-was-a-damaged-person/ |
Mark Chambers, Jr. Wins Aldermanic Seat Last Held By Cavalier Johnson
State Rep. Jonathan Brostoff also wins seat on Common Council.
Mark Chambers Jr. will be the next second district representative on the Milwaukee Common Council.
Chambers handily defeated Jerel Ballard for the aldermanic seat last held by Mayor Cavalier Johnson. The mayor resigned after winning a special election in April.
The newly-elected alderman will serve the remainder of Johnson’s term, which lasts through April 2024. He fills one of four vacancies on the city’s 15-member legislative body.
Generally speaking, the oddly-shaped second district runs from W. Good Hope Rd. south to W. Capitol Dr. and from N. 51st St. to N. 107th St. The bulk of the district falls between W. Mill Rd., W. Hampton Ave., N. 60th St. and N. 91st St.
The district includes the Columbus Park, Valhalla, Silver Swan, Little Menomonee Parkway, Menomonee River Hills, Vogel Park and Westlawn Gardens neighborhoods.
Chambers, 36, is a longtime resident of the area, having grown up in the Westlawn Gardens public housing development. In announcing his campaign in May, he said his focus would be on public safety.
“I lost my father due to gun violence. I lost one of my closest friends due to reckless driving in this very district,” said Chambers in a press release. “While our city faces many challenges, my top priority is addressing crime and public safety and putting an end to the violence, not only in our community, but across Milwaukee. As a parent, I believe my children, and everyone else’s children, should be safe in their neighborhoods. We need a collaboration between law enforcement, community members, and local business leaders to take back our streets and hold bad actors accountable for their actions.”
The race originally attracted six candidates, but only three submitted the necessary signatures to appear on the ballot. Chambers and Ballard emerged from the primary, with Keyellia Morries finishing third.
Chambers is a business consultant with Community Related Training
Council members are elected to four-year terms and paid a base salary of $73,222.
Brostoff Wins Uncontested Race
State Representative Jonathan Brostoff emerged victorious Tuesday in another council race triggered by Johnson’s mayoral election.
Brostoff was the lone candidate to declare for the open seat in the city’s highest turnout aldermanic district. In turn, Brostoff did not run for re-election to the Wisconsin State Assembly, with county supervisor Ryan Clancy the only candidate filing to run for that post.
Special elections are expected to be called in the coming weeks to fill council seats vacated by Chantia Lewis (felony misconduct) and Ashanti Hamilton (appointed Office of Violence Prevention director). Alderwoman Nikiya Dodd is also expected to resign in the coming weeks.
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- March 26, 2016 - Chantia Lewis received $50 from Nikiya Dodd
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- January 13, 2016 - Ashanti Hamilton received $20 from Nikiya Dodd
- May 7, 2015 - Nik Kovac received $10 from Cavalier Johnson | 2022-11-09T11:20:09+00:00 | urbanmilwaukee.com | https://urbanmilwaukee.com/2022/11/09/mark-chambers-jr-wins-aldermanic-seat-last-held-by-cavalier-johnson/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — We all know training and dedication is essential to becoming a champion, but Andrew Roden’s quest began with a road trip through Alabama. Now, he’s looking for World Games gold.
Sumo wrestling will be one of the biggest events at the 2022 World Games in Birmingham. Roden, who grew up in Georgia and wrestled in high school, thought to himself that he should give it a try.
“So I started watching some matches on YouTube and stuff to learn some more,” Roden said. “And as I’m watching I’m like ‘man I’d be really good at this.”‘
Just two years into the sport, Roden is the current U.S. and North American heavyweight champion.
Roden has many goals that he wants to accomplish, one is earning a chance to compete for a medal in the Summer Olympics in 2024, he’s also one step closer to earning his doctoral degree in Philosophy. | 2022-06-15T21:19:47+00:00 | cbs42.com | https://www.cbs42.com/sports/world-games-2022/georgia-native-working-towards-world-games-gold/ |
AVON, Conn. (AP) — A hungry black bear barged into the garage of a Connecticut bakery, scared several employees and helped itself to 60 cupcakes before ambling away.
Workers at Taste by Spellbound in the town of Avon were loading cakes into a van for delivery on Wednesday when the bear showed up. There are between 1,000 and 1,200 black bears living in Connecticut, the state environmental agency says, with sightings last year in 158 of the state’s 169 towns and cities.
Bakery owner Miriam Stephens wrote in an Instagram post that she heard employee Maureen Williams “screaming bloody murder” and yelling that there was a bear in the garage.
Williams told TV station WTNH that she shouted to scare the bear off but it retreated and came back three times.
Williams said the bear charged at her so she backed out of the garage and ran.
Surveillance video obtained by WTNH shows bakery workers walking around the side of the business to try to scare the bear, but then running away after it scares them.
The video shows the bear dragging a container of cupcakes from the garage into the parking lot. Stephens said the bear ate 60 cupcakes.
A baker finally got the bear to leave by honking a car horn, Williams said.
The four-footed thief was gone by the time police and officers from the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection arrived.
No one was injured in the encounter — one in a series of troubling interactions between black bears and humans in Connecticut.
A 74-year-old woman suffered bites to her arms and legs last month when she was attacked by a bear while walking her dog in a Hartford suburb, the first such attack this year. There were two attacks last year, including one in October where a 10-year-old boy was mauled in a backyard.
“The frequency and severity of bear-human interactions is increasing,” DEEP spokesperson Paul Copleman said Friday.
Statistics compiled by the department show that there were a record 67 reports of bears entering Connecticut homes in 2022. The previous record was 45 in 2020.
On Friday, a bear cub wandered into a neighborhood near downtown Hartford and climbed up a tree. Local residents were delighted and surprised, saying it was highly unusual for bears to come into the city. Police, animal control officers and state environmental authorities responded, creating a scene for several hours.
Authorities eventually tranquilized the young bear and planned to relocate it. Its destination was not disclosed. | 2023-05-27T09:39:36+00:00 | qcnews.com | https://www.qcnews.com/news/unusual/ap-bear-helps-itself-to-60-cupcakes-from-connecticut-bakery-scares-employees/ |
Survey finds retirees are doing well, yet opportunities remain for near-retirees to seek guidance
on tax management, Social Security, and Medicare
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Guaranteed income, savings targets, and the complexity of Social Security and Medicare benefits are some of the themes examined by Allspring Global Investments in its annual retirement survey conducted by Escalent. As the survey celebrates its 20th year, Allspring again spoke directly with retirees and near-retirees, giving plan sponsors and advisors a clearer picture of tomorrow's retirement landscape. This year's report challenges conventional wisdom, with the purpose of giving plan sponsors and advisors insights that can help near-retirees become confident retirees and offer retirees options for a better retirement experience.
Commenting on the findings, Head of Retirement Nate Miles at Allspring said: "As fewer participants retire with employer-sponsored defined benefit plans, concerns of the newly retired are more evident with each passing year. These concerns place more options and choices in the hands of participants. As a result, we're seeing growing interest in better management of taxes and optimization of Social Security–claiming strategies. Long term, that means near-retirees and new retirees are going to need—and will be looking for—help from their employers and advisors to optimize choices."
Ron Cohen, Allspring's Head of Defined Contribution Investment Only Distribution, added: "A key takeaway from our research is retirees are doing well but near-retirees are struggling and concerned. This is an enormous opportunity for advisors and plan sponsors. The three biggest areas of concern we found revolved around taxation, Social Security, and Medicare, and these topics are ripe for guidance and education."
Findings from this year's survey reflect five retirement themes, and Allspring's analysis looks beyond each one to challenge or confirm the conventional wisdom. Complete results are available here.
A guaranteed source of income relieves financial stress.
The survey found that pension benefits continue to decline as concerns about Social Security solvency rise. Fortunately, near-retirees appear to be adapting financially and psychologically. Having a balance of both guaranteed and non-guaranteed retirement income sources is related to a more positive outlook on retirement, compared with mostly guaranteed retirement income sources.
Below is a summary of retirees' sources of income:
- Guaranteed sources of income: Social Security 37%, pension plan 25%, bank account 9%, and annuity 4%
- Non-guaranteed sources of income: IRA 10%, taxable brokerage account 6%, and DC plan 4%
Focus on setting and achieving a savings target.
The survey found that it's also important to look ahead and plan for the decumulation phase. Drawing down retirement income tax-efficiently should start with allocating where savings are held between taxable and non-taxable accounts during accumulation years.
- 53% of near-retirees plan to use an advisor to maximize retirement income sources, but 39% of near-retirees have not yet used an advisor.
- 71% of near-retirees are interested in learning how to minimize investment-related taxes.
You either reach your savings target or you don't.
The survey found that a retirement savings plan can help keep workers on track, but it represents several assumptions. Retirement expenses vary widely, while many retirees participate in part-time work and others stop working earlier than expected. Many will adjust their spending—by force or by choice.
- Each year of early retirement before 65 significantly increases the chance of running out of money in retirement.
- Even working 10 hours per week after 65 significantly decreases the chance of running out of money in retirement.
Social Security and Medicare are complicated.
The survey found that near-retirees who start this planning process early can enlist experts and maximize the benefits they receive through both programs. Putting it off or going it alone can lead to fewer options and suboptimal benefits overall.
- 47% of near-retirees are not sure they'll get the Social Security benefits they're entitled to.
- 50% rely on self-education to understand Social Security and Medicare.
Underserved segments have lower levels of retirement readiness.
The survey found that the wealth gap still exists for most women, African Americans, and Hispanics, adding an extra hurdle for these individuals going into retirement. The financial services industry needs to do better in serving these groups, including building diverse teams of investment professionals to support all communities, offering tailored guidance throughout their working years, and helping individuals optimize retirement readiness.
- 69% of women retirees are confident their savings will last, versus 87% of men.
- African Americans were affected more by the pandemic financially and expect to retire two years later, across income levels, yet they feel a greater sense of resiliency.
To learn more about Allspring and our mission to elevate investing, please visit www.allspringglobal.com.
About Allspring Global Investments
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*As of September 30, 2022. AUM includes $93 billion from Galliard Capital Management, an investment advisor that is not part of the Allspring trade name/GIPS firm.
About the survey
On behalf of Allspring Global Investments, Escalent conducted a survey between August 15 and September 7, 2022, among 2,758 adults who reside in the U.S. and are primary or joint household financial decision-makers. The survey analyzed attitudes and behaviors around planning their finances, saving, and investing for retirement. The sample consisted of 1,504 working Americans (with an average age of 60) and 1,254 retired Americans (with an average age of 70). Data are weighted where necessary by assets, age, gender, race/ethnicity, and region to bring them into line with their actual proportions in the population.
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After a week of snowstorms - during which plow drivers worked to clear the roads, garbage trucks ran their routes and Dial-A-Ride buses continued to drive residents where they needed to go - the City of Midland encourages Midlanders to participate in the "City Strive" employee recognition program.
City Strive was developed to encourage and recognize city employees who strive to exceed residents' expectations and the highest standards of service to the community and who exemplify the city’s culture and values.
City Strive was launched at the beginning of this year and has received a decent amount of participation, according to Director of Human Resources and Labor Relations Becky Schaefer.
“It really is built around an employee recognition program that allows not only other employees, but also involving our community and residents being able to highlight any great service or those outstanding performers that they see out doing their work every day,” Schaefer said.
Residents can nominate any city employee by going to the City Strive website. Nominations can be made either online or by printing the nomination form and submitting it to the City Clerk or the City HR office.
Schaefer explained that this program provides a two-way communication between the City of Midland and its residents, which can be valuable in developing a relationship between a local government and the people it serves.
Awards will be given on a periodic basis and nominations may be submitted at any time. Award recipients will be determined by a recognition committee composed of members of the city's Wellbeing Task Force, an employee-led group dedicated to workplace wellbeing and staff programming.
Schaefer said the committee will review nominations every month and that there will likely be some months with no award recipients and other months with multiple recipients.
The city manager will award each recipient with a special City of Midland challenge coin to recognize their efforts in striving to make the city a better place to live and work. Award recipients will also be recognized in the employee newsletter and at interdepartmental events.
The Wellbeing Task Force met last week to review the nominations and looks forward to distributing its first awards in the next couple of weeks.
The areas of recognition are as follows:
• Above & Beyond
• Safety First
• Innovation
• Teamwork
• Integrity & Professionalism
• Respect & Inclusion
• Stewardship
• Customer Service Excellence | 2023-03-03T21:21:39+00:00 | ourmidland.com | https://www.ourmidland.com/news/article/share-love-hardworking-city-employees-city-strive-17818214.php |
(CNN) — Volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, are liquids or solids used in consumer products that turn into gas when exposed to air and sunlight. Some VOCs have been linked to asthma, cancer and reproductive and developmental harm as well as damage to the liver, kidneys or central nervous system.
Shampoo, body lotion, dishwashing soap, caulking compounds, room deodorizers, household cleaners, paint removers, flooring, carpet and pressed-wood products are just a few of the thousands of consumer items that may contain these chemicals.
Exposure is often higher in the home, according to the US Environmental Protection Agency. In fact, “concentrations of many VOCs are consistently higher indoors (up to ten times higher) than outdoors,” the EPA notes.
A study released Tuesday found that over 5,000 tons of 33 potentially harmful VOCs were emitted in 2020 in the state of California, which measures exposures to potential carcinogens and tracks volatile organic compounds in consumer products.
“Picture an ounce of water that evaporates. Even though it is now a gas, the weight doesn’t go away,” said lead study author Dr. Meg Schwarzman, associate director of the Berkeley Center for Green Chemistry at the UC Berkeley School of Public Health.
“We added up the liquid or solid weight of 33 volatile organic compounds in consumer products and found a total of 5,000 tons of volatile gases were released in 2020 alone,” she said. “That’stons, not pounds — tons.”
Although the analysis was done on products sold in California, the same products are sold across the United States and possibly internationally, Schwarzman noted.
“It’s a wake-up call. So much of the regulatory focus has only been on occupational exposures without thinking about what happens in the home. People don’t understand how much they’re exposed to toxic chemicals in their living environment,” said toxicologist Linda Birnbaum, former director of the National Toxicology Program and National Institute for Environmental Health Sciences, who was not involved in the new paper.
Exposure could raise the risk of a number of health problems, depending on the chemicals, said Jane Houlihan, national director of science and health for Healthy Babies Bright Futures, a coalition of advocates working to reduce babies’ exposures to neurotoxic chemicals, “including low birth weight, birth defects of the male reproductive system and cancer.”
“The breach in our public health regulations that allows toxic VOC chemicals to be used in everyday consumer products is especially dangerous for pregnant women, infants and young children, who are uniquely vulnerable,” said Houlihan, who was not involved in the study.
The Consumer Brands Association, which represents makers of many personal care, household and pet products, among others, did not have a comment on the study.
Telly Lovelace, director of issue communications for the American Chemistry Council, which represents the US chemical, plastics and chlorine industries, told CNN via email that its members are “serious” about their responsibility to produce chemicals that can be used safely.
“Our members undertake extensive scientific analyses to evaluate the potential risk of their chemicals, from development through use and safe disposal,” Lovelace added.
A ‘clever’ study
The analysis, published in the journal Environmental Science & Technology, used data from the California Air Resources Board, or CARB, which tracks the type and amount of volatile organic compounds used by manufacturers in products sold in California.
“CARB does that because it’s their job to control ground-level ozone, which contributes to smog,” said Homer Swei, senior vice president of healthy living science at the Environmental Working Group (EWG), a nonprofit environmental health organization. Neither Swei nor EWG was part of the new research.
“The reporting by manufacturers is mandatory, and it’s a source of data that doesn’t exist anywhere else,” Swei said. “That database hasn’t been plumbed for this kind of information before, which is quite clever.”
The research team then turned to California’s right-to-know law — the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act, commonly known as Prop 65 — which maintains a list of chemicals believed to cause cancer or reproductive and developmental harms. Of those, 33 were listed as volatile organic compounds. (Because Prop 65 does not monitor asthma, the effects of VOCs on that condition could not be examined.)
The analysis found that more than 100 types of products contain VOCs flagged by the Prop 65 database. In addition to personal care products, potentially toxic VOCs are used to make insect repellents, disinfectants, laundry detergents, auto and boat care items, carpet and upholstery cleaners, shoe and leather cleaners, and office and art supplies, to name a few.
Consumers can’t easily find that information on a label unless it involves one of the 33 chemicals of concern under Prop 65, Schwarzman said.
“You’ve seen label warnings that say, ‘This product contains a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm,’ or whatever the concern,” she said. “That benefits the rest of the country because manufacturers don’t create a special label for products sold in California.”
The overall lack of safety information can make it equally hard for companies that want to reformulate their products with nontoxic chemicals, Schwarzman added.
“There’s no centralized list of safer alternatives, so companies that want to reformulate really have to work to find the data,” she said. “It’s also very hard to make claims about safety without implicating your previous version of a product.
“I can’t imagine a label saying: ‘New non-carcinogenic formula’ is now available.”
Chemicals of concern
Researchers placed 11 of the Prop 65-listed chemicals into a top tier of concern, based on their widespread use in consumer and occupational products and their health risk to consumers, workers or the general population.
Mothballs, for example, are made of 1,4-dichlorobenzene, which can break down into such toxic vapors as hydrochloric acid and carbon monoxide, according to the National Center for Biotechnology Medicine.
Of the 5,000 tons of VOCs released in 2020, the study found, mothballs accounted for 300 tons.
Methylene chloride can harm the eyes, liver, heart and skin and may cause cancer, according to the US Centers for Disease Protection and Control.
“Exposure can cause drowsiness, dizziness, numbness and tingling limbs, and nausea,” the CDC says. “Severe exposure can cause loss of consciousness and death.”
About 2.75 tons per day of methylene chloride were emitted in 2020 from consumer products, the study found. Exposure was mostly from paint removers. That was unexpected, Schwarzman said, because of an EPA ban on the use of the chemical in paint strippers in 2019: “We expected that methylene chloride emissions from this source would have declined over time.”
Formaldehyde was the most common VOC product used on the body, appearing in nail polish, shampoo, makeup and other personal care products. Formaldehyde is a known carcinogen, according to the US National Toxicology Program and the International Agency for Research on Cancer. In total, formaldehyde appeared in 17 product categories, including household and industrial cleaners, carpet and pressed wood furniture.
In the home, art supplies, general purpose cleaners and laundry detergents contained the highest number of VOCs, the study found. Just one product, adhesives, exposed users to nearly half of the chemicals of concern.
“As a category, adhesives was the top example of how you can use just one product and get multiple exposures,” Schwarzman said. “There were 17 different Prop 65 potentially toxic volatile organic compounds in adhesives.”
Benzene was the third most common VOC found in consumer products, according to the study. Benzene is a known cancer-causing chemical used to make plastics, dyes, detergents, drugs and pesticides, among other products.
In 2021, a study found benzene in over half of 108 batches of antiperspirant and deodorant body sprays from 30 brands. The discovery prompted manufacturer Procter & Gamble to pull 17 types of Old Spice and Secret antiperspirants off the shelves at the time “in an abundance of caution.“
Actions to take
Finding alternatives is a key way to avoid potentially toxic fumes, experts say. The ongoing consumer interest in green products has provided a number of safer choices, Swei said.
“General-purpose cleaners and personal care products are two of the area where there are significantly safer substitutes, I think,” he said. “I also wouldn’t be too concerned if you use one or two cleaning products every now and then.
“But if your work requires you to use a ton of cleaning products, or too many of the VOC categories all at the same time for long periods of time, that would be a concern,” Swei said.
An ultimate solution would need consumers to speak to lawmakers and manufacturers about the lack of regulations, said former National Toxicology Program Director Birnbaum.
“We don’t regulate indoor air, except radon. We regulate ambient or outdoor air, yet many people spend 90% of their time indoors, especially babies, children and the elderly,” she said.
“We need adequate labeling,” Birnbaum said. “But even then, they may say the chemical is ‘inert’ and not mention that it might become vaporous. We need policy changes at a federal level so choices by individual consumers to protect themselves and their families can be effective.”
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The world is a big, unruly, ambiguous place. Which helps explain the boundless appeal of murder mysteries. Whether it's Hercule Poirot exercising his famous little grey brain cells or all those CSI teams extracting DNA samples, mysteries offer the reassurance of seeing the messy realities of life get sorted out. When the murderer is caught, we feel that order is, at least temporarily, restored.
Of course, in reality, things don't always work out so happily. The reverberations of this fact rumble through The Night of the 12th, a skillfully turned French crime picture that swept the César awards, the French version of the Oscars.
Made by veteran director Dominik Moll, the movie is adapted from the work of Pauline Guéna who spent a year following members of the Paris police. Focusing on a single, real-life murder investigation she covers, Moll has created a film that keeps looking like the conventional police procedural that it actually isn't.
The action has been transposed to the picturesque Alpine city of Grenoble, where a vibrant student named Clara is walking home one night when a faceless man steps out of the darkness and sets her on fire. As it happens, this takes place on the very day that a police officer named Yohan — played by a glum faced Bastien Bouillon — has taken over the local homicide squad. Along with his bearded older sidekick Marceau — terrifically played by Bouli Lanners — Yohan sets about doing what the police do in seemingly every cop show: examining the corpse, gathering forensic evidence, informing distraught loved-ones and questioning suspects.
As it happens there are a few, for Clara has had a series of sexual relationships with guys who weren't really all that nice. These include a bartender who was cheating with her on his girlfriend, a rapper who has written a song about setting Clara on fire, and a convicted domestic abuser 20 years her senior. Yohan and his crew interrogate them all, but as time passes, Yohan grows increasingly haunted by his desire to bring Clara's killer to justice. But we know something he doesn't. You see, Moll has told us up front that 20% of French homicides never get solved, and that this case is one of them.
Indeed, The Night of the 12th belongs to the category of mysteries about the failure to solve a crime, a fascinating sub-genre that includes the great Sicilian police novels of Leonardo Sciascia, David Fincher's film Zodiac, and Bong Joon-ho's Memories of Murder, the best cop movie ever made.
Such stories replace the familiar satisfaction of seeing the murder solved with an exploration of the personal costs of failing to do so — guilt, obsession and a rending sense of futility, embodied in this film by Yohan, a dry, monk-like figure who constantly pedals his bike in furious circles around the local velodrome.
Yohan's not the only one with a feeling of futility. You sense the incessant grind of police work in all the members of his team, from the gallows humor with which they face the latest grisly sight to their reasonable complaints about broken equipment and endless paperwork. "We fight evil by writing reports," says Marceau, a sensitive man who wanted to teach French literature but wound up as a cop who quotes the poet Verlaine and dreams of a different life.
What makes this particular investigation so difficult is that, Yohan thinks, "Something is amiss between men and women." Without ever hammering away at it, the story is a study in misogyny. Marked by sexual attitudes that run from contempt to crazed infatuation, any one of the suspects could've murdered Clara, who was killed, says her friend Nanie, simply because she was a girl. The suspects' outlook finds an echo in the the joky, hypermasculine homicide squad, one of whom suggests that it's not surprising that a young woman who keeps hooking up with bad boys might wind up getting killed.
Now, The Night of the 12th is merely a solid movie not a great one, but it shows that French cinema — which has tended to lag in awareness about race and gender — is catching up with the ideas of the #MeToo era. It suggests that what makes this murder case especially interesting is not whodunnit, but the sexual politics underlying the crime and the investigation. As the first female detective in Yohan's division tells him, "Isn't it weird that most crimes are committed by men and mostly men are supposed to solve them?"
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Man sentenced for raping woman after cutting power to her home
WELD COUNTY, Colo. (KKTV/Gray News) - A man was sentenced to 26 years to life in prison this week for raping a woman in Colorado after cutting her power.
In November, 30-year-old Damaige Plascencia was convicted of sexual assault, kidnapping and burglary. He was sentenced Monday.
Prosecutors had argued for the maximum sentence of 48 years to life, according to a news release from the Weld County District Attorney’s Office.
At around midnight on Dec. 30, 2016, police officers in Evans, Colorado, were called to an apartment where a woman said she had been raped, according to the release.
“The victim said she arrived home a few hours prior, and no one was in her home when she arrived,” the DA’s office wrote.
“She then went upstairs and was showering when all of the lights in her apartment went out. The victim said she got out of the shower and went to her bedroom where the defendant grabbed her from behind and dragged her into another bedroom. He then covered her mouth with his hands and blankets and assaulted her.”
Plascencia was charged after DNA connected him to the scene, the DA’s office wrote.
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BOSTON, May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The team at PEAK Event Services, the northeast's leading event logistic and equipment supplier, announces the launch of their newest endeavor Reverie Social, a luxury table linen and tabletop accessory brand available to rent nationwide. Reverie Social aims to elevate the art of entertaining by offering a wide selection of bespoke collections including table linens, napkins and runners in luxury fabrics - from embroideries, rich velvets, metallics, prints and more. The brand's launch will bring a fresh perspective to entertaining, offering clients nationwide access to its unique collection of linen rentals.
"Our team truly understands what it takes to put together an event, from ideation to execution, and we are excited to help planners, designers, venues, caterers and trendsetters across the country bring their visions to life." said Alicia Lessing, PEAK's Sr. Director of Special Projects who was the project lead on Reverie Social.
Reverie Social takes great pride in sourcing its linens from a diverse range of purveyors, both nationally and internationally, and becoming a market leader for fine table linens. The brand's rigorous testing process ensures each piece of linen is of the highest quality, and most of Reverie Social's linen lines are manufactured in-house by a team of talented sewing artisans. The brand's dedication to quality and craftsmanship is matched by its desire to be innovative and break into the event marketplace in a whimsical and captivating way.
"We're dedicated to upholding the same standards of excellence and innovation that has made PEAK Event Services a household name, and we're proud to have the opportunity to bring our own unique perspective and ideas to the table," said Jennifer Gullins, CEO. "It's been an exciting journey from concept to creation, and I'm proud to see the hard work and dedication of our team come to fruition. Currently Reverie Social offers in-person consultation in both Rhode Island and Massachusetts and we are looking forward to expanding our showrooms to additional markets in the coming months."
While Reverie Social is part of the PEAK Event Services family of brands, Reverie Social operates as its own independent entity, offering clients a unique and personalized experience. By offering nationwide shipping, Reverie Social ensures that clients across the country can enjoy its luxurious linens, no matter their location.
About Reverie Social: Reverie Social is a boutique luxury linen and decor company founded in 2023. With nationwide shipping, the brand offers a unique collection of linens for special events and occasions. Reverie Social is dedicated to crafting one-of-a-kind designs that elevate the art of entertaining, supported by exceptional customer service and designers. Most of the company's linen lines are manufactured in-house by a team of talented sewing artisans, and the brand sources its linens from a diverse range of textile artisans both nationally and internationally. Reverie Social's mission is to offer its clients a personalized and unforgettable experience, and to service the most exclusive events with the utmost attention to detail.
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ROME (AP) — Novak Djokovic's angry glare made it clear how furious the 22-time Grand Slam champion was with his opponent.
And it wasn’t just because Cameron Norrie hit him in the left calf with an overhead smash after Djokovic had already turned his back and conceded a point early in the second set of the Serb's 6-3, 6-4 win on Tuesday.
There were also other instances of bad sportsmanship from Norrie, Djokovic said after reaching the Italian Open quarterfinals for the 17th straight year.
Djokovic also took issue with how his British opponent took a medical time out just before he served out the match.
“I did watch the replay when he hit me. Maybe you could say he didn’t hit me deliberately," Djokovic said when asked about his angry glare toward Norrie after the incident. "It was not so much maybe about that. ... From the very beginning, he was doing all the things that were allowed. He’s allowed to take a medical timeout. He’s allowed to hit a player. He’s allowed to say ‘Come on’ in the face more or less every single point from basically first game.
“Those are the things that we players know in the locker room it’s not fair play, it’s not how we treat each other," Djokovic said. “He brought the fire, and I responded to that. I’m not going to allow someone behaving like this just bending my head. I’m going to respond to that.”
Clearly motivated by Norrie's behavior, Djokovic produced his best clay-court performance of the year against the 13th-seeded Norrie, who was not made available for comment.
In women’s action, two-time defending Rome champion Iga Swiatek beat Donna Vekic 6-3, 6-4 and will next face Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina.
Aiming for his seventh title at the Foro Italico, Djokovic had his entire game clicking after struggling at times in the previous rounds and in his previous two tournaments on clay.
On an overcast day after it had rained all morning, Djokovic appeared focused from the start.
“I actually finished my warmup 10 minutes before I went on the court. So I was rushing a bit with everything but we couldn’t (warm up) earlier because of the rain," Djokovic said. "So I’m just glad to overcome today’s challenge in straight sets and move on.”
Djokovic was seen in the trainer’s room before the match, having taken three weeks off before this tournament because of a lingering issue with his surgically repaired right elbow.
“Every day is something,” the 35-year-old Djokovic said, without specifying what was bothering him. “But thankfully I was able to play and finish the match, so hopefully tomorrow it will feel a bit better.”
Djokovic committed less than half as many unforced errors as Norrie, 14-29; and had two more winners, 21-19.
Norrie won a title on clay in Rio de Janeiro earlier this year, beating Carlos Alcaraz in the final.
Djokovic will lose the No. 1 ranking to Alcaraz after this tournament — even though Alcaraz was beaten by 135th-ranked Hungarian qualifier Fabian Marozsan in the third round on Monday.
Alcaraz will therefore be seeded No. 1 and Djokovic will be No. 2 at the French Open, which starts in 12 days.
Djokovic will next face seventh-seeded Holger Rune in a rematch of the Paris Masters final that the 20-year-old Dane won in November. Rune beat Australian qualifier Alexei Popyrin 6-4, 5-7, 6-4.
“He kind of reminds me a little bit, the way he plays,” Djokovic said of Rune. "Really fit physically, great defense, but also great counter-puncher. He can hurt you from both forehand and backhand side. Really solid serve. Aggressive returns. Just all-around player on all surfaces.
Rune reached the final of the Monte Carlo Masters last month.
“It’s going to be a very physical match,” Djokovic said.
Also, 2017 champion Alexander Zverev finished off a 6-4, 7-5 win over J.J. Wolf in a match that was suspended because of rain at 3-3 in the second set on Monday.
Zverev will play again later against Daniil Medvedev in a 15th career meeting between the pair.
Stefanos Tsitsipas eliminated Lorenzo Sonego 6-3, 7-6 (3) in another match that began on Monday. Tsitsipas will play later against another Italian, Lorenzo Musetti, in the night session.
Musetti rallied past Frances Tiafoe 5-7, 6-4, 6-3 in a match that was also suspended.
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SACRAMENTO (AP) _ The winning numbers in Thursday evening's drawing of the California Lottery's "Daily Derby" game were:
1st:3 Hot Shot-2nd:6 Whirl Win-3rd:9 Winning Spirit, Race Time: 1:45.83
(1st: 3 Hot Shot, 2nd: 6 Whirl Win, 3rd: 9 Winning Spirit; Race Time: one: 45.83)
¶ To win the grand prize, ticket-holders must match in exact order the winning race time and the first, second and third place horses. Lesser prizes are given to ticket-holders who correctly match other horses or race times. | 2023-01-06T04:26:37+00:00 | ourmidland.com | https://www.ourmidland.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Daily-Derby-game-17698215.php |
Trader Joe’s is known for many things: cookie butter, cheap wine, Hawaiian shirt-wearing staff members, 19-cent bananas — and yes, cramped and chaotic parking lots.
The grocery chain knows about customers’ complaints, and has heard the far-fetched theories.
“If you spend any time on social media, looking at things about Trader Joe’s, you will find there are lots of conspiratorial theories about our parking lots,” said Tara Miller, self-described “director of words and phrases and clauses” at the company, on a recent episode of the Inside Trader Joe’s podcast.
“People out there in the world really seem to think — not all people, but a number of people — that we are purposefully making horrible parking lots,” Miller continued.
“We don’t open stores with the world’s most ridiculous parking lot on purpose,” responded Matt Sloan, the “marketing product guy” at Trader Joe’s.
Some have argued the Southern California-based company intentionally picks smaller lots to cut costs. Others have hypothesized the choice may be value-driven, opening new locations in walkable, dense neighborhoods over suburban sprawl.
In reality, the explanation has more to do with city planning. Many cities have parking minimums in their zoning codes. The number of spaces a business is required to accommodate depends on a few factors, including the size of the business. And Trader Joe’s stores are small.
“A 12,000-square-foot store will get far fewer parking spaces than a 70,000-square-foot store,” said Miller.
The stores aren’t just small, they’re also busy.
“Now let’s say that 12,000-square-foot store has 500 people visiting, and the giant store has 100 people visiting — the parking lots are going to feel very different,” Sloan added.
Newer stores tend to have larger lots than the original Trader Joe’s location in Pasadena, which Sloan admitted “still very much has a challenging parking lot.” But the two podcast hosts said the company isn’t looking at opening massive warehouse-sized locations.
“The argument could be made, ‘Hey, Trader Joe’s, just make your stores bigger,'” Miller said. “But that kind of changes who we are. We have small stores, so they come with small parking lots. If we had bigger stores, sure we’d have bigger parking lots, but we’d feel like a different store.” | 2023-05-27T14:43:27+00:00 | localsyr.com | https://www.localsyr.com/news/national/trader-joes-addresses-conspiratorial-theories-about-its-small-parking-lots/ |
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By KEVIN FREKING
Associated Press
WASHINGTON (AP) — House Republicans began their tenure in the majority Monday by passing a bill that would rescind nearly $71 billion that Congress had provided the IRS, fulfilling a campaign promise even though the legislation is unlikely to advance further.
Democrats had beefed up the IRS over the next decade to help offset the cost of top health and environmental priorities they passed last year and to replenish an agency struggling to provide basic services to taxpayers and ensure fairness in tax compliance.
The money is on top of what Congress provides the IRS annually through the appropriations process and immediately became a magnet for GOP campaign ads in the fall claiming that the boost would lead to an army of IRS agents harassing hard-working Americans.
The bill to rescind the money passed the House on a party-line vote of 221-210. The Democratic-controlled Senate has vowed to ignore it.
Shortly before the vote, the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office projected that rescinding the extra IRS funding would increase deficits over the coming decade by more than $114 billion. That created an awkward moment for Republicans, who have been saying that addressing deficits would be one of their top concerns in the majority. It offered an early example of how the GOP’s bold promises on the campaign trail could get tangled in the messy reality of governing.
Still, the CBO’s projection didn’t appear to dampen Republican support. Rep. Jeff Duncan, R-S.C., said the extra IRS funding Democrats provided last year was for one purpose.
“To go after small businesses, hard-working Americans to try to raise money for reckless spending, reckless spending that has caused $31 trillion in debt in this nation,” Duncan said.
Duncan and other GOP lawmakers routinely say the extra funding will be used to hire 87,000 new agents to target Americans, but that’s misleading. The number is based on a Treasury Department plan saying that many IRS employees would be hired over the next decade if it got the money. But those employees will not all be hired at the same time, they will not all be auditors and many will be replacing some 50,000 employees who are expected to quit or retire in coming years.
“This debate about IRS lends itself to be the most dishonest, demagogic rhetoric that I have seen in the Congress at any point in time,” said Rep. Steny Hoyer, D-Md.
Charles Rettig, the former commissioner of the IRS, said in a final message to the agency in November that the additional money would help in many areas, not just beefing up tax enforcement. He said the investments would make it “even less likely for honest taxpayers to hear from the IRS or receive an audit letter.”
Additional funding for the agency has been politically controversial since 2013, when the IRS under the Obama administration was found to have used inappropriate criteria to review tea party groups and other organizations applying for tax-exempt status.
In the ensuing years, the IRS was mostly on the losing end of congressional funding fights, even as a subsequent 2017 report found that both conservative and liberal groups were chosen for scrutiny.
In April, Rettig told lawmakers the agency’s budget has decreased by more than 15% over the past decade when accounting for inflation and said the number of full-time employees — 79,000 in the last fiscal year — was close to 1974 levels.
But Rep. Nicole Malliotakis, R-N.Y., and other Republicans weren’t buying the argument that the funding would be focused on auditing the wealthy.
“This is meant to nickel-and-dime, audit and harass America’s small businesses and families, who they know cannot afford the legal fees to fight this army,” Malliotakis said.
Sen. Ron Wyden, the Democratic chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, said a decade of Republican-led budget cuts gutted the IRS.
“The only way that House Republicans could make it any more obvious that they’re doing a favor for wealthy tax cheats is by coming out and saying it in exactly those words,” Wyden said. “This bill is going nowhere in the Senate.”
And the White House said President Joe Biden would veto the bill if it gets to his desk, saying that the wealthiest 1% of Americans hide about 20% of their income so they don’t have to pay taxes on it, shifting more of the tax burden to the middle class.
“With their first economic legislation of the new Congress, House Republicans are making clear that their top economic priority is to allow the rich and multibillion-dollar corporations to skip out on their taxes, while making life harder for ordinary, middle-class families that pay the taxes they owe,” the White House said.
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WFO MIDLAND/ODESSA Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Sunday, August 28, 2022
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FLOOD WARNING
Flood Statement
National Weather Service Midland/Odessa TX
212 PM CDT Sun Aug 28 2022
...The Flood Warning is cancelled for the following rivers in
Texas...
Rio Grande below Presidio 5SE affecting Presidio County.
Rio Grande at Castolon affecting Brewster County.
Rio Grande at Johnson Ranch affecting Brewster County.
.Heavy rainfall in the Rio Grande and Rio Conchos basins has
resulted in elevated flows on the Rio Grande. However, the river is
expected to remain below flood stage for now. Additional rainfall
later this week may put the Rio Grande in flood.
...FLOOD WARNING IS CANCELLED...
The Flood Warning is cancelled for
the Rio Grande below Presidio 5SE.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 1:15 PM CDT Sunday the stage was 4.6 feet (1.4 meters).
- Forecast...The river is expected to fall to 3.1 feet (0.9
meters) early Friday afternoon.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Below are the latest river stages and forecasts (feet):
Fld Observed Sun Mon Mon Mon
Location Stg Stg Day/Time 7pm 1am 7am 1pm
Rio Grande
Presidio 5SE 9.0 4.6 Sun 1pm 4.5 4.5 4.4 4.3
Below are the latest river stages and forecasts (meters):
Presidio 5SE 2.7 1.4 Sun 1pm 1.4 1.4 1.3 1.3
the Rio Grande at Castolon.
- At 1:15 PM CDT Sunday the stage was 5.1 feet (1.6 meters).
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 5.1
feet (1.6 meters) late this afternoon.
Fld Observed Sun Mon Mon Mon
Location Stg Stg Day/Time 7pm 1am 7am 1pm
Castolon 15.0 5.1 Sun 1pm 5.1 5.0 5.0 4.9
Castolon 4.6 1.6 Sun 1pm 1.6 1.5 1.5 1.5
the Rio Grande at Johnson Ranch.
- At 1:15 PM CDT Sunday the stage was 8.0 feet (2.4 meters).
- Forecast...The river is expected to fall to 6.6 feet (2.0
Fld Observed Sun Mon Mon Tue
Location Stg Stg Day/Time 7pm 7am 7pm 7am
Johnson Ranch 15.0 8.0 Sun 1pm 7.9 7.8 7.6 7.5
Johnson Ranch 4.6 2.4 Sun 1pm 2.4 2.4 2.3 2.3
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As a new week dawns — the last couple of days in February, with March on deck — nine local girls basketball teams in five different classifications are still cutting the proverbial rug in postseason play, as the District 3 tournament barrels toward the finish line.
Seven of those squads have qualified for the PIAA playoffs, and six of those teams will play for coveted D3 championships — all on Tuesday in Hershey’s Giant Center.
Here’s breaking down where everyone stands, classification by classification …
CLASS 6A
There are two L-L League teams still standing in the district bracket, and they just happen to be Section 1 rivals — and they also just happen to be playing against each other on Monday in the consolation round: No. 10 Manheim Township (16-9 overall) at league runner-up No. 3 Lebanon, which has hit a 2-game skid after a glorious 24-0 start.
Lebanon swept the season series vs. Manheim Township, but had to pull some teeth both times, including a 53-50 OT win in Neffsville back on Dec. 16, before a gut-check 60-55 triumph in Lebanon on Jan. 20.
Cedars-Blue Streaks III is on Monday, and that winner goes to the fifth-place game — and gets a state-playoff bid — and the loser goes to the sixth-place game — and must win there to make states — both on Wednesday. The other 6A consolation matchup is No. 8 York against No. 4 Red Lion.
And this milestone moment notable: Lebanon ace Kailah Correa needs 14 points to join the 1,000-point club — as a 10th-grader. She bucketed 25 points in the Cedars’ first meeting against the Streaks this season; Aaliyah Ferrer hit four 3-pointers and scored 17 points for Lebanon in the second game vs. Manheim Township.
Elsewhere in 6A, undefeated No. 1 seed and Mid-Penn champ Cedar Cliff will host No. 5 Central Dauphin, and No. 2 Central York — which KO’d Manheim Township in the quarterfinals — will welcome No. 11 Dallastown, the York/Adams champ, in semifinal showdowns on Monday. Mid-Penn vs. Mid-Penn and YAIAA vs. YAIAA for the right to tangle in Hershey. Those winners will meet Thursday at 6 p.m. in the Giant Center for D3 supremacy.
CLASS 5A
One local team still standing here, and that’s No. 3 Manheim Central, which was ousted in the quarterfinals by No. 6 York Suburban, and will host No. 7 West York on Tuesday in a consolation game. The Barons (21-5) have already qualified for states; they’ll also play Thursday — against No. 9 Susquehannock or No. 5 Lower Dauphin — for seeding purposes, as Manheim Central will go back to the PIAA playoffs for the second year in a row — one year after winning a state-playoff game for the first time in program history.
Manheim Central beat West York in the D3 playoffs last winter, before the Bulldogs KO’d the Barons in the second round of the PIAA playoffs. They’ll square off again on Tuesday in Manheim.
Manheim Central senior Maddie Knier needs one point to pass Taylor Funk for the all-time school scoring record — boys and girls — and she needs 24 points to join the exclusive 2,000-point club. Knier would be just the eighth girls player in L-L League history, dating back to 1972, to hit that magical milestone number.
The 5A semifinals are set for Monday: Top-seeded Greencastle-Antrim will host No. 4 Mechanicsburg, and No. 2 Northern York will welcome No. 6 York Suburban. The winners will collide Thursday at 2:30 p.m. in the Giant Center for the title.
CLASS 4A
The L-L League had just one link to this bracket, and that was Northern Lebanon. The Vikings fell to Trinity in the first round last week.
The 4A semifinals are on tap for Monday: Top-seeded Delone Catholic will welcome No. 4 Eastern York, and No. 3 Wyomissing, the Berks County champ, will travel to No. 2 Berks Catholic for an all-Berks County showdown. The finale is Thursday at 11 a.m. in the Giant Center.
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CLASS 3A
How’s this for a juicy championship matchup: 19-time district champ Lancaster Catholic against reigning league winner Columbia, for all the 3A marbles. They’ll knock heads Tuesday at 6 p.m. in the Giant Center. Be there.
The top-seeded Crusaders (22-3) are back in a finale for the 28th time, and a victory would match Lebanon’s Catholic record of 20 D3 titles. Columbia, the No. 2 seed, is back in the title game for the fourth time in the last seven years — and for the 10th time overall — and is coming off back-to-back losses to Linden Hall in 2A title tilts.
Columbia (23-3) has won 16 games in a row, and has four D3 crowns in the trophy case. The Crimson Tide’s last loss, back on Jan. 13, was against Lancaster Catholic. The rematch is for district gold.
In their first clash last month, Rylee Kraft poured in 20 points, Mary Bolesky hit three 3’s and scored 18 points, Lily Lehman chipped in with a pair of treys and added 14 points, and Autumn Lipson knocked down four 3-pointers and scored 12 points for Lancaster Catholic. For Columbia, Brie Droege scored 20 points and Delaney Burke had a career-high 16 points against Lancaster Catholic that night up on the hill.
Meanwhile, third-seeded Pequea Valley, which fell to Columbia in the semifinals, will host No. 4 York Catholic in the 3A third-place game on Tuesday. The Braves (21-4) will go to the PIAA playoffs for the second year in a row, and for the third time in program history.
CLASS 2A
Lancaster Mennonite earned a spot in the championship game opposite No. 2 Millersburg — set for Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. in the Giant Center — when top-seeded Lancaster Country Day had to forfeit to the Blazers because of a lack of healthy players available for the semifinals.
Definitely a bummer for the Cougars, who won at Schuylkill Valley on the last night of regular-season play to earn the 1-seed and a home game vs. Mennonite in the semifinals. Country Day played the entire season with a roster of seven, but didn’t have enough players available for districts. So the Blazers (8-15) are in — and they’ll also get a PIAA invite.
Mennonite, the No. 4 seed, is back in the finals for the fourth time, and the Blazers won the D3-3A crown in 2000 with a win over Gettysburg.
CLASS 1A
Conference rivals will collide when CCAC champ Linville Hill Christian takes on CCAC runner-up Mount Calvary Christian — the defending champ in this bracket — on Tuesday at 11 a.m. in the Giant Center to get the championship party started in Hershey.
Linville Hill, the No. 1 seed, clipped Mount Calvary 37-30 for the CCAC crown earlier this month. The rematch is for district glory. The Warriors (21-1) and the third-seeded Chargers (22-5) will both advance to the PIAA playoffs.
TOP SCORERS
L-L League leading scorers: Lancaster Country Day’s Genesis Meadows (25.2 points a game), Columbia’s Brie Droege (23.7), Manheim Central’s Maddie Knier (23.2), Lancaster Mennonite’s Jayla Rivera (22.5), Lebanon’s Kailah Correa (18.7), Ephrata’s Jasmine Griffin (17.1), Columbia’s Brooke Droege (17.0), Hempfield’s Sophia Ott (15.8), Lancaster Catholic’s Mary Bolesky (15.3), Northern Lebanon’s Olivia Shutter (14.7), Lampeter-Strasburg’s Katie Ranck (14.3), Lancaster Catholic’s Rylee Kraft (14.2).
TOP SNIPERS
L-L League leading 3-point shooters: Lancaster Country Day’s Sophia Sanchez (64 3-pointers), Lancaster Country Day’s Genesis Meadows (58), Lancaster Catholic’s Mary Bolesky (52), Lebanon’s Aaliyah Ferrer (50), Lancaster Catholic’s Autumn Lipson (47), Ephrata’s Cara Tiesi (45), Lancaster Mennonite’s Jayla Rivera (42), Columbia’s Kailee Soto (42), Cedar Crest’s Allison Metzgar (40), Lampeter-Strasburg’s Anna Horner (38), Northern Lebanon’s Olivia Shutter (37).
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A pair of 1,000-point scorers saw their prep careers come to a close last week: Ephrata’s Jasmine Griffin finished up with 1,442 points, tops in program history. The Mountaineers fell to league rival Manheim Township in a 6A first-rounder. And Lancaster Country Day’s Genesis Meadows finished up with 1,609 points, also tops in her program’s history. Sadly, Meadows and the Cougars didn’t get a shot in the D3 playoffs. … The active career scoring leaders are: Manheim Central senior Maddie Knier (1,976 points), Columbia junior Brie Droege (1,566), Columbia junior Brooke Droege (1,151), Lancaster Mennonite senior Jayla Rivera (1,016), Lebanon sophomore Kailah Correa (986), Lancaster Catholic junior Mary Bolesky (821), Lancaster Catholic junior Rylee Kraft (755), Manheim Township junior Ava Byrne (709).
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Life Kit: Taking a financial leap By Marielle Segarra Published March 26, 2023 at 3:00 PM MDT Facebook Twitter Email Thinking about quitting your job or maybe starting a business? NPR's Life Kit has tips on getting your finances in order before making a big leap. Copyright 2023 NPR | 2023-03-26T21:25:38+00:00 | kunm.org | https://www.kunm.org/2023-03-26/life-kit-taking-a-financial-leap |
Iconic restaurant brand experiencing explosive growth of popular family entertainment centers
FORT WORTH, Texas, Jan. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fort Worth-based Mr. Gatti's Pizza gathered at the Hotel Drover in the historic stockyards for three days to celebrate the brand's 50th anniversary and bi-annual convention. With over 300 in attendance, franchisees had the opportunity to network, collaborate, and celebrate the heritage and history of this great brand along with corporate team members and key vendors.
Mr. Gatti's Pizza is dominating the eatertainment category, showing signs of historic growth. More than 40 years ago, Mr. Gatti's pioneered combining outstanding dining with fun and creative gaming in our family entertainment centers. With new locations recently opened in Kingwood (Texas), Houston (Texas), Austin (Texas), Brenham (Texas), Weslaco (Texas), Uvalde (Texas), and Hutto (Texas), with 3 more stores slated to open this year, the current ownership group is dedicated to expanding the Mr. Gatti's brand. These locations are evidence of an extreme commitment by the current ownership group to expand the Mr. Gatti's brand. Having sold 23 locations in 2020 as COVID-19 ravaged the hospitality industry, Mr. Gatti's sold 25 units in 2021 and 24 units so far in 2022. "Opening new locations is an awesome opportunity to bring the Mr. Gatti's Pizza experience to an entirely new group of families" said Travis Smith, Vice President of Marketing for the Fort Worth-based chain.
With 130+ restaurants open and in development and locations in ten states, Mr. Gatti's Pizza continues to grab a bigger share of the franchise pie and further expand its national footprint. "Our ability to appeal to both parents and their children has amplified the brand's success. People are looking for family-forward places that offer more than just a dining room. They want excellent, consistent, high-quality food, which is part of the Mr. Gatti's 'Food First' commitment, coupled with a fun family experience" said Travis Smith, VP of Marketing at Mr. Gatti's Pizza. "Our approach of serving only high-quality, fresh food combined with wholesome state-of-the-art gaming serves as the foundation of our continued growth."
Mr. Gatti's, based in Fort Worth, Texas, first opened its doors as The Pizza Place in Stephenville, Texas, in 1964. With a move to Austin in 1969 also came a name change, which paid tribute to the wife of founder James Eure's maiden name: Gatti. By the 1970s, the chain was experiencing dramatic growth having introduced the idea of high-quality dining and gaming combined in a single location. Mr. Gatti's has become a household name in the markets we serve. James Eure's vision is now represented by more than 130+ restaurants open and in development operating throughout Texas and the Southeastern U. S. More information is available at mrgattispizza.com or by calling 817-546-3500.
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SOURCE Mr Gatti's Pizza | 2023-01-16T15:17:58+00:00 | kxii.com | https://www.kxii.com/prnewswire/2023/01/16/mr-gattis-pizza-celebrates-expansion/ |
The labor force continues to evolve as freelance and part-time work popularity is on the rise, with just over a third of us workers now partaking in one of the two.
But it's not just a means to an end for those out of work. Many workers are gladly leaving full-time jobs for part-time or gig work.
Government data released in early June shows 21.8 million Americans work part-time for non-economic reasons—in other words, by choice. The number of people working part-time for economic reasons has declined over the past year. That rise of freelance work isn't new to the pandemic; a survey from UpWork and the Freelancers Union shows a trend upward over the past decade.
"We as a society have come to depend on these acts. And, you know, to have a labor pool that's available on demand to get us groceries or packages, and things like that. So really, this gig work is here to stay," said Lindsey Cameron, Assistant Professor of Management at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. "But I think the bigger thing to think about is that these companies are predicated on having their workforce be independent contractors because they're on-demand companies, because you can access the labor on demand whenever you want to. It's much harder to have that for employees because then you're having to pay for all the unpaid waiting time."
The strong labor market has enabled workers to pursue more flexible work schedules and lifestyles. After employers added more jobs for the spring, the Labor Department reported there were nearly two openings for every worker seeking a job. Megan Bryant works part-time in addition to teaching as a host for SudShare, an online service that connects households with gig workers able to take on laundry needs. The flexibility of part-time or freelance work has a huge appeal. "This is where it's at. Nobody wants to go sit and do an office job, and you know that there's no flexibility. This works around my own schedule," Bryant told Scripps News.
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But historically, there have been concerns about the overall security of gig economy jobs, namely fair pay and a lack of benefits like healthcare. As Cameron explained, "It's roughly about a 30 to 40% increase to have someone as an employee as opposed to an independent contractor, because an employee here in the States gets a lot of additional protection, and unemployment insurance, worker's comp, access to health insurance."
Some independent contractors may have a more complicated tax system as well, paying an estimated quarterly tax on their income rather than once a year. This confusion can lead to reporting mistakes.
And because taxes are not automatically withheld from paychecks, as they would be for full-time employees, the salaries might look higher at first glance than they actually are. Employers like Amazon Flex andInstacart have been hit with class action lawsuits for withholding pay or a lack of pay transparency.
In 2022, the city of Washington, D.C., sued the delivery service Shipt for allegedly misclassifying their employees as freelance contractors. This would allow the company to avoid paying benefits, to shift basic costs to the workers, and to avoid paying the minimum wage.
But there has been some momentum for legislation to protect workers. The Freelancers Union helped pass laws in these cities that allow freelancers to reach out to their municipality for help if they're not getting paid on time. This year, New Jersey and Illinois passed laws making it easier for temporary workers to speak up about dangerous working conditions.
"I often feel like some of this legislative action we're having around these types of workers are revisiting policies that were put in place during the New Deal in the thirties," Cameron noted. "I think unfairly people often call these laws like Prop 22, AB-5 the Uber laws, but they're not Uber laws. I mean, they're just much bigger legal conversations about where employee protections should lie and what does control looks like and affects a much bigger swath of workers than just folks who are using their phone, you know, to access a job."
Americans' relationship with the nine-to-five is changing, and that's only accelerated with the pandemic and rise of remote work. There are pros and cons to part-time jobs or freelance gigs, but above all, it's clear that the gig economy as we know it is here to stay.
Trending stories at Scrippsnews.com | 2023-06-26T01:18:17+00:00 | krtv.com | https://www.krtv.com/why-are-more-americans-choosing-freelance-and-part-time-work |
Ask SCORE: Freelancing: A great strategy but needs to be treated like the business it is
Published 8:40 pm Friday, June 24, 2022
Ask SCORE by Dean Swanson
Many of our SCORE clients start their business as a “freelancer.” That process is a great starter idea and has some real advantages. On the other hand, it has some pitfalls. My advice is to treat freelancing like the business that it is.
One of our content partners, Lori Martinek, owner and principal of ED/c Partners, recently completed a piece for us on this topic. Lori’s extensive experience on all sides of the marketing equation (agency, client and media) has made her a sought-after branding strategist in the economic and enterprise development arenas. I share some of her thoughts on this topic.
Building a successful freelancing business is similar to running any small business: You need a plan to be competitive.
Freelancing opportunities abound in many industries, including project management, graphic design, social media management, content development, medical billing and administrative support. The shift to remote work has been a boon for freelancers, as was the pandemic. More than 45% of small businesses report using more freelancers now than they did pre-COVID.
At the same time, remote work has taken location out of the equation. Freelancers can work from anywhere or choose to move from city to city or country to country as digital nomads. One of the perks of being a freelance remote worker is having the option to live and work anywhere globally, which offers reliable high-speed internet.
However, these trends and perks have increased the demand and supply of freelancers, making it more critical to differentiate your offering. This is where branding comes in. Find an unfilled need in the marketplace and fill it. Create a specialty or niche. Make your offering a standout. Generalists are a dime a dozen. Like any product, it will be easier and less expensive to focus your efforts through targeted marketing. Be strategic in whom you choose to reach out to.
It takes time to build a reliable income stream. Start in a financially comfortable location. Most often, this will mean working from a home office. Keep your overhead as low as possible. This is especially important while you are building your business but good advice for any stage of the game. Freelancers who work remotely, primarily (or solely) interact with clients virtually and should not make significant investments in commercial office space or big city addresses. Where you are is far less important than what you have to offer.
Create a network or build on your existing contact base. Join business and civic groups and be active. Contact your base, tell them what you have to offer and ask them to spread the word or pass referrals your way.
Don’t fall into the trap of wanting too much too fast or of only bidding on high-value projects. Be willing to start small and build your business through satisfied client referrals. New businesses tend to use a lot of freelancers. Similarly, small businesses use a lot of freelancers to save on payroll. Having a larger number of smaller clients will also make you less dependent on any one account.
Online platforms like Upwork exist to match freelancers with potential clients but are very competitive. You are likely to be more successful building a personal network and leveraging it. Find local business groups such as chambers of commerce or professional associations in industries that you’d like to work in and join them. If money is tight, join LinkedIn and Facebook groups in target industries, engage with their members and make connections.
More importantly, get your first client. Be reliable. Do good work. Provide value. And then leverage it. Ask for referrals. Look for other potential clients in the same or similar industries. Make your clients your best source of new work, whether through new projects or referrals for new business.
Find a SCORE mentor in your area and work with them to develop a business plan that will give you a fast start. Your freelance career is a small business. Your SCORE mentor can help you think through the fundamentals, develop a plan to reach prospective clients and provide access to online resources, webinars and networking opportunities. As a nationwide program, SCORE will be available to help you grow wherever you and your business may go. Many SCORE mentors have run successful consulting businesses and have valuable expertise to share.
Dean Swanson is a volunteer certified SCORE mentor and former SCORE chapter chairman, district director and regional vice president for the northwest region. | 2022-06-25T04:02:56+00:00 | albertleatribune.com | https://www.albertleatribune.com/2022/06/ask-score-freelancing-a-great-strategy-but-needs-to-be-treated-like-the-business-it-is/ |
PROVO, Utah — One of Utah’s newest residents was born on the border of Provo and Orem, on the side of Interstate-15.
“I still don’t feel like it was real,” said Lindsey Porter.
The mother went into labor last week as she was on the way to the hospital with her husband and 3-year-old daughter.
“I was like, 'Kevin, she’s coming. We’re not going to make it,'" Porter recalled "He was like, 'Well, don’t stop pushing.' And so I got very calm and just let my body do it and got her head out first and then let the rest of it happen and I sat down and I told Kevin, 'Just pull over and call 911.'”
Dispatcher Amber Vera was ready to help as soon as she got the call.
“As soon as I verified where he was, he was like, 'It’s here, the baby’s here,' and so, it was like a huge shock because I wasn’t expecting It,” said Vera, who has been a dispatcher for eight years.
Vera said she remained on the line until emergency responders arrived.
“I was giving him instructions on making sure the baby was breathing," said Vera.
The couple said they couldn't have made it through the stressful ordeal without Vera.
“I’m really grateful for Amber because I was the one freaking out the most and she was the most calming thing for me,” Kevin said.
The Porter family is still trying to process what happened.
“We were so prepared. We had everything in the car for weeks. To me, fast labor is three to four weeks, not 50 minutes. How does that happen?" Lindsey said.
At the end of the day, the Porters say this was the best outcome considering the scenario.
This story was originally reported by Mythili Gubbi for Scripps News Salt Lake City. | 2023-02-27T21:26:01+00:00 | ktvh.com | https://www.ktvh.com/news/national/how-does-this-happen-baby-born-on-side-of-utah-interstate |
Millions of historically underbanked consumers can now connect to a free digital money account and debit card through OmniMoney by Boost Mobile
ENGLEWOOD, Colo., Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Boost Mobile, the wireless carrier that puts the power back into the hands of the people, announced the launch of OmniMoney by Boost Mobile. OmniMoney represents the latest Boost value-added service delivering mobile access to money transfer, debit cards and basic no-fee digital checking services. In-store cash deposits are also available in select Boost Mobile stores, with nationwide expansion in the coming months.
Users can deposit funds into their OmniMoney account and receive both a digital and physical debit card; opening access to thousands of ATMs. In addition to removing onerous fees, OmniMoney customers will get special discounts and perks on Boost Mobile wireless service - including free remittances to Mexico of up to $1,000 per month with premium unlimited plans.
"We're looking to provide basic services for historically excluded communities – where 60 million Americans are underbanked1," said Stephen Stokols, who heads Boost Mobile. "Not only do Boost Mobile customers have access to low-cost unlimited wireless services, but now they are empowered to take control of their finances with new tools through the OmniMoney app."
OmniMoney provides an easy way for customers to view deposits and withdrawals, make secure payments, transfer money, send remittances, and instantly secure their account. With no credit check, no minimum balance requirements, and no monthly fees for active users - OmniMoney provides financial power to customers through the convenience of their phone.
"Now more than ever, people are examining their expenses as inflation continues to be a serious pain point," said Stokols. "We are investing in customers who use their phone to power their lives."
OmniMoney by Boost Mobile features:
- 24/7 online customer support
- Instant security with the OmniMoney app to freeze, unfreeze, or cancel your debit card
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- Access to 400,000+ ATMs in the United States for withdrawals and deposits
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- Cash deposits at Boost Mobile stores (available at select locations)
OmniMoney by Boost Mobile is available for download in the Apple App Store for iPhone users and in the Google Play Store for Android. More details about the app are available at www.myomnimoney.com.
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China's Xi faces threat from public anger over 'zero COVID'
SHANGHAI (AP) — Barely a month after granting himself a third five-year term as China's leader, Xi Jinping is facing a wave of public anger over his “zero COVID" policy. Demonstrators poured into the streets over the weekend in cities including Shanghai and Beijing, in protests unprecedented since the 1989 student-led pro-democracy movement centered on Beijing's Tiananmen Square. Most protesters focused their anger on restrictions that confine families to their homes for months and have been criticized as neither scientific or effective. But some also shouted for Xi and the Communist Party that has ruled China for 73 years to give up power.
Biden calls on Congress to head off potential rail strike
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — President Joe Biden is calling on Congress to pass legislation to intervene and block a railroad strike before next month’s deadline in the stalled contract talks. Biden said Monday that a tentative agreement approved in September provided a pay raise for workers, protected their health care benefits and improved their leave policy. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said lawmakers will take up legislation to impose those terms this week. If Congress acts, it will end the negotiations between four rail unions that rejected their deals and the railroads. Eight other rail unions have ratified their deals that include 24% raises and $5,000 in bonuses.
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Australia argues against 'endangered' Barrier Reef status
CANBERRA, Australia (AP) — Australia’s environment minister says her government will lobby against UNESCO adding the Great Barrier Reef to a list of endangered World Heritage sites, arguing that criticisms of government inaction on climate change are outdated. Officials from UNESCO and the International Union for Conservation of Nature released a report Monday warning that without “ambitious, rapid and sustained” climate action, the world’s largest coral reef is in peril. The report, which recommended shifting the Great Barrier Reef to endangered status, followed a 10-day mission to the famed reef system off Australia’s northeast coast. Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek says the report is a reflection on Australia’s previous government, which was voted out of office in May after nine years in power.
Erupting Hawaii volcano spurs warning for people to prepare
KAILUA-KONA, Hawaii (AP) — Waves of glowing lava and smoky ash are belching and sputtering from the world’s largest active volcano and people on Hawaii’s Big Island have been warned to be ready if their communities are threatened. The ongoing eruption of Mauna Loa wasn’t immediately endangering nearby towns on Monday. But officials told residents to be ready in the event of a worst-case scenario. The U.S. Geological Survey says the eruption began late Sunday night in the volcano on the Big Island. Scientists had been on alert because of a recent spike in earthquakes at the summit of the volcano, which last erupted in 1984.
Drying California lake to get $250M in US drought funding
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Buffalo gunman pleads guilty in racist supermarket massacre
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — The white gunman who massacred 10 Black people at a Buffalo supermarket has pleaded guilty to murder and hate-motivated terrorism charges. Payton Gendron’s plea means he’ll spend his life in prison without parole. The 19-year-old modified a legally purchased semiautomatic rifle into an assault weapon before targeting the Tops Friendly Market in May. He said in writings posted online that his goal was to terrify Black people and preserve white power. His own lawyer said Monday’s plea “represents a condemnation of the racist ideology that fueled his horrific actions.” Gendron previously pleaded not guilty to separate federal hate crime charges that could carry the death penalty.
GOP-controlled Arizona county refuses to certify election
PHOENIX (AP) — Republican officials in a rural Arizona county have refused to certify the 2022 election despite no evidence of anything wrong with the count. The decision Monday was quickly challenged in court by the state’s top election official. The refusal to certify by Cochise County in southeastern Arizona comes amid pressure from prominent Republicans to reject results showing Democrats winning top races. Secretary of State Katie Hobbs, a Democrat who narrowly won the race for governor, asked a judge to order county officials to canvass the election, which she said is an obligation under Arizona law.
Brazil advances at World Cup with 1-0 win over Switzerland
DOHA, Qatar (AP) — Brazil overcame the absence of Neymar to beat Switzerland 1-0 and advance to the round of the 16 of the World Cup. Casemiro scored in the 83rd minute with a shot from inside the area to put Brazil in the last 16 with a match to spare in Group G. Brazil forward Neymar stayed at the team’s hotel treating a right ankle injury sustained in the opener in Qatar. The win gives Brazil six points from two matches. Switzerland has three. Serbia and Cameroon drew 3-3 earlier in the day and have one point each.
'Gaslighting' is Merriam-Webster's word of the year for 2022
NEW YORK (AP) — Merriam-Webster has chosen “gaslighting” as its word of the year for 2022. Lookups for “gaslighting” on the dictionary company's website increased this year by 1,740% over 2021. Merriam-Webster's Peter Sokolowski tells The Associated Press exclusively ahead of Monday's unveiling that lookups were pervasive all year long. Typically there's a single event that drives searches. The word refers to a form of psychological coercion. Merriam-Webster, chooses its word of the year based solely on data. Sokolowski and his team weed out evergreen words most commonly looked up to gauge which word received a significant bump over the year before. | 2022-12-01T03:11:18+00:00 | wcfcourier.com | https://wcfcourier.com/news/national/ap-news-summary-at-9-39-p-m-est/article_637f5165-5977-51a2-b8e1-d9436d0fcc98.html |
WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris will meet on Thursday with the CEOs of four major companies developing artificial intelligence as the Biden administration rolls out a set of initiatives meant to ensure the rapidly evolving technology improves lives without putting people’s rights and safety at risk.
The Democratic administration plans to announce an investment of $140 million to establish seven new AI research institutes, administration officials told reporters in previewing the effort.
In addition, the White House Office of Management and Budget is expected to issue guidance in the next few months on how federal agencies can use AI tools. There will also be an independent commitment by top AI developers to participate in a public evaluation of their systems in August at the Las Vegas hacker convention DEF CON.
Harris and administration officials on Thursday plan to discuss the risks they see in current AI development with the CEOs of Alphabet, Anthropic, Microsoft and OpenAI. The government leaders’ message to the companies is that they have a role to play in reducing the risks and that they can work together with the government.
Authorities in the United Kingdom also are looking at the risks associated with AI. Britain’s competition watchdog said it’s opening a review of the AI market, focusing on the technology underpinning chatbots like ChatGPT, which was developed by OpenAI.
President Joe Biden noted last month that AI can help to address disease and climate change but also could harm national security and disrupt the economy in destabilizing ways.
The release of the ChatGPT chatbot this year has led to increased debate about AI and the government’s role with the technology. Because AI can generate human-like writing and fake images, there are ethical and societal concerns.
OpenAI has been secretive about the data its AI systems have been trained upon. That makes it hard for those outside the company to understand why its ChatGPT is producing biased or false answers to requests or to address concerns about whether it’s stealing from copyrighted works.
Companies worried about being liable for something in their training data might also not have incentives to properly track it, said Margaret Mitchell, chief ethics scientist at AI startup Hugging Face.
“I think it might not be possible for OpenAI to actually detail all of its training data at a level of detail that would be really useful in terms of some of the concerns around consent and privacy and licensing,” Mitchell said in an interview Tuesday. “From what I know of tech culture, that just isn’t done.”
Theoretically, at least, some kind of disclosure law could force AI providers to open up their systems to more third-party scrutiny. But with AI systems being built atop previous models, it won’t be easy for companies to provide greater transparency after the fact.
“I think it’s really going to be up to the governments to decide whether this means that you have to trash all the work you’ve done or not,” Mitchell said. “Of course, I kind of imagine that at least in the U.S., the decisions will lean towards the corporations and be supportive of the fact that it’s already been done. It would have such massive ramifications if all these companies had to essentially trash all of this work and start over.”
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ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NATSO, representing truckstops and travel centers, and SIGMA: America's Leading Fuel Marketers, recently urged the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to increase the blending mandate for biodiesel and renewable diesel under the Renewable Fuel Standard. The associations, representing more than 80 percent of retail fuel sales in the United States, also encouraged EPA to remove its proposed e-RIN program from its final Renewable Volume Obligations for 2024, and instead revise that program to allow EV charging station owners and operators to leverage e-RINs to make investments in charging stations more attractive.
NATSO and SIGMA have been meeting with the White House and the Office of Management and Budget over the last several weeks on these issues. During those meetings, the associations encouraged EPA to separate its e-RIN proposal out of the 2024 program and instead pursue an e-RIN program that integrates public charging stations in time for the 2025 compliance year.
"By separating e-RINs from its upcoming RVOS, the agency can rework its original proposal and ensure that e-RIN policies encourage private investment in electric vehicle charging stations," said David Fialkov, Executive Vice President of Government Affairs for NATSO and SIGMA. "Investments in DC fast chargers are not projected to be profitable for many years. Taking the time to revise the e-RIN proposal to incorporate charging stations will help overcome the market challenges that are depressing private investment in charging infrastructure, helping the Administration to reach its goal of 500,000 EV chargers."
NATSO and SIGMA also encouraged the agency to increase the total advanced biofuels mandate by at least an additional 250 million gallons for each year to accommodate the additional renewable diesel that is being introduced into commerce.
"Biodiesel and renewable diesel represent the most viable near-medium term option for decarbonizing the trucking sector," Fialkov said. "EPA should encourage additional investments in these fuels. Raising the total advanced mandate by at least 250 million gallons above and beyond what was proposed would be a step in the right direction."
NATSO and SIGMA are eager to continue working with EPA on policies that ensure public charging can benefit from e-RINs. We look forward to continuing to work with EPA to develop an e-RIN program that includes public charging in time for the 2025 compliance year.
About NATSO and SIGMA
NATSO is the national trade association representing America's truckstops, travel centers and off-highway transportation energy providers. Founded in 1960, NATSO represents the industry on legislative and regulatory matters; serves as the official source of information on the diverse travel plaza and truckstop industry; provides education to its members; conducts an annual convention and trade show; and supports efforts to generally improve the business climate in which its members operate. For more information, visit NATSO.com. Contact: Tiffany Wlazlowski Neuman, Vice President, Public Affairs.
SIGMA: America's Leading Fuel Marketers represents a diverse membership of approximately 260 independent chain retailers and marketers of motor fuel. While 67 percent are involved in gasoline retailing, 83 percent are involved in wholesaling, 56 percent transport product, 39 percent have bulk plant operations, and 20 percent operate terminals. Member retail outlets come in many forms including truckstops, traditional "gas stations," convenience stores with gas pumps, cardlocks, and unattended public fueling locations.
Contact: Tiffany Wlazlowski Neuman
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MIDDLETOWN, Del., Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- International Star, Inc. (OTC:ILST) (the "Company" or "ILST") today announced the election of Avi Minkowitz as the newest member of its Board of Directors. The Company also announced that it is in the final stages of exercising its option to purchase 100% of the outstanding shares of Budding Equity, Inc.
Election of New Board Member
On October 20, 2022, Avi Minkowitz was elected to the Company's Board of Directors. A long-time entrepreneur with a passion for business development, Mr. Minkowitz started working with Leonite Capital in 2021 after a successful tenure at Parkit Enterprise Inc., a publicly-held Leonite portfolio company. Avi's experience includes real estate financing and acquisition, management, debt, and business development at publicly held and private companies. Prior to his career in finance, Avi co-founded two companies that were sold in 2012 and 2018. Avi serves in an advisory role for various startups, real estate financing firms and other businesses.
Acquisition of Budding Equity
The Company has given notice to the shareholders of Budding Equity of its exercise of its option to purchase 100% of the issued and outstanding shares of Budding Equity, the Canadian-based company that partners with movie studios and celebrities to monetize their intellectual property in the global cannabis industry, using best in class manufacturers and distributors. As a result of this transaction, ILST will become Budding Equity's sole owner.
Commenting on his election and the Budding Equity acquisition, Mr. Minkowitz stated: "I am thrilled to be joining ILST's Board at this exciting time, as the Company is moving into the final stages of its acquisition of Budding Equity, and I intend to work to help ensure a smooth transition of businesses to ILST once the structure of the merger has been finalized and to help bring shareholder value by providing knowhow and market knowledge."
Nochum Greenberg, Chairman and interim CEO of the Company added: "We welcome Avi as a Director and are confident that he will add much value to the Board and the Company as we move into the future. We are also excited about the Budding Equity acquisition and the potential that it represents. We are aware of the many tweets and requests for information our shareholders have been sending and we will be sharing more information to help shareholders understand our vision."
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International Star Inc. has historically been focused on mineral property interests. In June 2022, a controlling stake in International Star was acquired by ILST Holdco LLC. Under its new management, the Company's strategic objective is to build a successful and financially robust enterprise which will consistently create and build stakeholders' value.
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CHICAGO (AP) — A man who was one of eight people injured in an explosion that tore through the top floor of a Chicago apartment building has died, and authorities have determined the blast resulted from an “ignition of natural gas."
Chicago fire officials said Friday that the “most seriously injured person” had succumbed to injuries. The fire department did not release the name of that person, who had been taken to Loyola Medical Center after Tuesday's explosion.
The Cook County Medical Examiner's office identified the dead man as Shabron Robinson, 29, of Chicago. Department spokeswoman Brittany Hill said Friday afternoon that an autopsy had not yet been performed on Robinson.
Chicago Fire Department spokesman Larry Langford told the Chicago Tribune that the blast victim “had burns over 90% of his body" and the department had learned Thursday that he had died.
The fire department said Friday its investigators have “determined the source of the explosion to be the ignition of natural gas." But the cause of that ignition remains under investigation.
The local natural gas utility, Peoples Gas, said in a statement that its service at the apartment “was working properly." The company added that the natural gas piping and appliances inside the building “are the responsibility of building management and/or residents."
“There remains no reason to believe any of our equipment – or any other part of our system -- was responsible for the incident," the utility said.
The explosion about 9 a.m. Tuesday tore through the top floor of the 36-unit, four-story apartment building in Chicago's South Austin neighborhood, leading to the structure's partial collapse.
The explosion is believed to have originated in an apartment on an upper floor, destroying most of the building’s windows. City building inspectors stabilized the building Wednesday.
The building’s owner, Roman Viere, told the Chicago Tribune that at the time of the blast, 31 of the building's 36 units were occupied.
Chicago police bomb squad and agents from the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives also responded to the explosion. | 2022-09-23T20:58:10+00:00 | expressnews.com | https://www.expressnews.com/news/article/Man-who-was-1-of-8-injured-in-Chicago-apartment-17462775.php |
Close to a third of nurses nationwide say they are likely to leave the profession for another career due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a new survey from AMN Healthcare shows.
This level is up at least seven points since 2021. And the survey found that the ongoing shortage of nurses is likely to continue for years to come.
About 94% of nurses who responded to the AMN Healthcare survey said that there was a severe or moderate shortage of nurses in their area, with half saying the shortage was severe. And around 89% of registered nurses (RNs) said the nursing shortage is worse than five years ago.
Nurses aren't optimistic about the future, either. At least 80% of those surveyed expect that to get much worse in another five years, the report shows.
Unions representing nurses have long warned about the problem facing the profession, said National Nurses United President Deborah Burger and President of SEIU Healthcare 1199NW Jane Hopkins. Both women are also RNs.
"It's a critical moment in our time for nurses. The country needs nurses. We are very short and we are feeling very worried about the future of their work," Hopkins said.
The COVID-19 pandemic certainly exacerbated problems, but short staffing was an issue even before then, Burger and Hopkins said.
"The staffing crisis didn't just happen. It's been around for years. Unions have been sounding the alarm that organizations were putting profits before patients," Hopkins said. Employers "had cut staffing so bad, that there was no room for flexibility."
She said she hears from members that they rarely have time to eat lunch or use the bathroom during their shifts.
Low staffing has a dangerous trickle-down effect, Burger said. It leads to a heavier workload, more stress and burnout for the remaining staff, as well as a negative impact to patient care.
The AMN Healthcare survey findings indicated younger generations of nurses were also less satisfied with their jobs compared to their older counterparts.
But even before the pandemic, the younger generation had signaled they were done with nursing, Hopkins said. "First and second year nurses were leaving the profession at a higher rate because it's not what they expected. This escalated during the pandemic," she said.
Across generations, a higher percentage of nurses also reported dealing with a greater deal of stress at their job than in previous years, the survey said. Four in five nurses experience high levels of stress at work — an increase of 16 points from 2021.
Similarly, a higher level of nurses reported feeling emotionally drained from the 2021 survey — up at least 15% in two years (62% to 77%).
One source of that stress? Nurses are also experiencing an increasing level workplace violence in the hospitals, Burger said.
"Nurses don't feel safe in many of the hospitals around the country. And we've heard horrendous stories. That also gets tied back into short staffing," she said.
Nurses have been fighting for better working conditions
This discontent among staff has deeper implications for hospitals and other organizations across the country.
In January, around 7,000 nurses in New York went on strike over a contract dispute with hospitals in the city. The nurses were looking for higher wages and better working conditions. This strike forced several hospitals to divert patients elsewhere.
Vox reported in January that nurses and other healthcare workers have frequently gone on strike in recent years. In 2022, eight of the 25 work stoppages involving 1,000 or more workers in the U.S. were done by nurses.
National Nurses United has issued a number of its own reports and surveys about the current state of the profession, which have come to similar conclusions to the AMN survey. The union has lobbied Congress hard to pass legislation that address staffing ratios and improve workplace safety provisions.
The AMN Healthcare survey similarly recommended that health care providers create safer working environments and broader regulatory changes to make meaningful differences.
Burger was more direct.
"Stop studying it and start actually legislating. Congress knows that they need to do something," Burger said.
"It's concerning that there's a lot of hand wringing," she said, but nothing is being done.
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ZÜRICH, Switzerland — Switzerland's 1,400 glaciers have lost more than half their total volume since the early 1930s, a new study has found, and researchers say the ice retreat is accelerating at a time of growing concerns about climate change.
ETH Zurich, a respected federal polytechnic university, and the Swiss Federal Institute on Forest, Snow and Landscape Research on Monday announced the findings from a first-ever reconstruction of ice loss in Switzerland in the 20th century, based in part on an analysis of changes to the topography of glaciers since 1931.
The researchers estimated that ice volumes on the glaciers had shrunk by half over the subsequent 85 years — until 2016. Since then, the glaciers have lost an additional 12%, over just six years.
“Glacier retreat is accelerating. Closely observing this phenomenon and quantifying its historical dimensions is important because it allows us to infer the glaciers’ responses to a changing climate,” said Daniel Farinotti, a co-author of the study, which was published in scientific journal The Cryosphere.
By area, Switzerland’s glaciers amount to about half of all the total glaciers in the European Alps.
The teams drew on a combination of long-term observations of glaciers. That included measurements in the field and aerial and mountaintop photographs — including 22,000 taken from peaks between the two world wars. By using multiple sources, the researchers could fill in gaps. Only a few of Switzerland's glaciers have been studied regularly over the years.
The research involved using decades-old techniques to allow for comparisons of the shape and position of images of terrain, and the use of cameras and instruments to measure angles of land areas. The teams compared surface topography of glaciers at different moments, allowing for calculations about the evolution in ice volumes.
Not all Swiss glaciers have been losing ice at the same rates, the researchers said. Altitude, amounts of debris on the glaciers, and the flatness of a glacier's “snout” — its lowest part, which is the most vulnerable to melting — all affect the speeds of ice retreat.
The researchers also found that two periods — in the 1920s and the 1980s — actually experienced sporadic growth in glacier mass, but that was overshadowed by the broader trend of decline.
The findings could have broad implications for Switzerland's long-term energy sources, since hydropower produces nearly 60% of the country's electricity, according to government data. | 2022-08-22T19:42:33+00:00 | newscentermaine.com | https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/nation-world/study-already-shrunk-by-half-swiss-glaciers-melting-faster-than-before/507-05c4b5bd-e45c-4491-b1ab-c3020e4f539c |
By MARK SHERMAN
Associated Press
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court has ended constitutional protections for abortion that had been in place nearly 50 years in a decision by its conservative majority to overturn Roe v. Wade. Friday’s outcome is expected to lead to abortion bans in roughly half the states.
The decision, unthinkable just a few years ago, was the culmination of decades of efforts by abortion opponents, made possible by an emboldened right side of the court that has been fortified by three appointees of former President Donald Trump.
The ruling came more than a month after the stunning leak of a draft opinion by Justice Samuel Alito indicating the court was prepared to take this momentous step.
It puts the court at odds with a majority of Americans who favored preserving Roe, according to opinion polls.
Alito, in the final opinion issued Friday, wrote that Roe and Planned Parenthood v. Casey, the 1992 decision that reaffirmed the right to abortion, were wrong the day they were decided and must be overturned.
“We hold that Roe and Casey must be overruled. The Constitution makes no reference to abortion, and no such right is implicitly protected by any constitutional provision,” Alito wrote.
Authority to regulate abortion rests with the political branches, not the courts, Alito wrote.
Joining Alito were Justices Clarence Thomas, Neil Gorsuch, Brett Kavanaugh and Amy Coney Barrett. The latter three justices are Trump appointees. Thomas first voted to overrule Roe 30 years ago.
Chief Justice John Roberts would have stopped short of ending the abortion right, noting that he would have upheld the Mississippi law at the heart of the case, a ban on abortion after 15 weeks, and said no more.
Justices Stephen Breyer, Sonia Sotomayor and Elena Kagan — the diminished liberal wing of the court — were in dissent.
“With sorrow—for this Court, but more, for the many millions of American women who have today lost a fundamental constitutional protection—we dissent,” they wrote.
The ruling is expected to disproportionately affect minority women who already face limited access to health care, according to statistics analyzed by The Associated Press.
Thirteen states, mainly in the South and Midwest, already have laws on the books that ban abortion in the event Roe is overturned. Another half-dozen states have near-total bans or prohibitions after 6 weeks of pregnancy, before many women know they are pregnant.
In roughly a half-dozen other states, the fight will be over dormant abortion bans that were enacted before Roe was decided in 1973 or new proposals to sharply limit when abortions can be performed, according to the Guttmacher Institute, a research group that supports abortion rights.
More than 90% of abortions take place in the first 13 weeks of pregnancy, and more than half are now done with pills, not surgery, according to data compiled by Guttmacher.
The decision came against a backdrop of public opinion surveys that find a majority of Americans oppose overturning Roe and handing the question of whether to permit abortion entirely to the states. Polls conducted by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research and others also have consistently shown about 1 in 10 Americans want abortion to be illegal in all cases. A majority are in favor of abortion being legal in all or most circumstances, but polls indicate many also support restrictions especially later in pregnancy.
The Biden administration and other defenders of abortion rights have warned that a decision overturning Roe also would threaten other high court decisions in favor of gay rights and even potentially, contraception.
But Alito wrote in his draft opinion that his analysis addresses abortion only, not other rights that also stem from a right to privacy that the high court has found implicit, though not directly stated, in the Constitution. Abortion is different, Alito wrote, because of the unique moral question it poses.
Whatever the intentions of the person who leaked Alito’s draft opinion, the conservatives held firm in overturning Roe and Casey.
In his draft, Alito dismissed the arguments in favor of retaining the two decisions, including that multiple generations of American women have partly relied on the right to abortion to gain economic and political power.
Changing the composition of the court has been central to the anti-abortion side’s strategy. Mississippi and its allies made increasingly aggressive arguments as the case developed, and two high-court defenders of abortion rights retired or died. The state initially argued that its law could be upheld without overruling the court’s abortion precedents.
Then-Gov. Phil Bryant signed the 15-week measure into law in March 2018, when Justices Anthony Kennedy and Ruth Bader Ginsburg were still members of a five-justice majority that was mainly protective of abortion rights.
By early summer, Kennedy had retired and was replaced by Justice Brett Kavanaugh a few months later. The Mississippi law was blocked in lower federal courts.
But the state always was headed to the nation’s highest court. It did not even ask for a hearing before a three-judge panel of the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, which ultimately held the law invalid in December 2019.
By early September 2020, the Supreme Court was ready to consider the state’s appeal.
The court scheduled the case for consideration at the justices’ private conference on Sept. 29. But in the intervening weeks, Ginsburg died and Barrett was quickly nominated and confirmed without a single Democratic vote.
The stage now was set, although it took the court another half year to agree to hear the case.
By the time Mississippi filed its main written argument with the court in the summer, the thrust of its argument had changed and it was now calling for the wholesale overruling of Roe and Casey.
The first sign that the court might be receptive to wiping away the constitutional right to abortion came in late summer, when the justices divided 5-4 in allowing Texas to enforce a ban on the procedure at roughly six weeks, before some women even know they are pregnant. That dispute turned on the unique structure of the law, including its enforcement by private citizens rather than by state officials, and how it can be challenged in court.
But Justice Sonia Sotomayor noted in a searing dissent for the three liberal justices that their conservative colleagues refused to block “a flagrantly unconstitutional law” that “flouts nearly 50 years of federal precedents.” Roberts was also among the dissenters.
Then in December, after hearing additional arguments over whether to block the Texas law known as S.B. 8, the court again declined to do so, also by a 5-4 vote. “The clear purpose and actual effect of S. B. 8 has been to nullify this Court’s rulings,” Roberts wrote, in a partial dissent.
In their Senate hearings, Trump’s three high-court picks carefully skirted questions about how they would vote in any cases, including about abortion.
But even as Democrats and abortion rights supporters predicted Kavanaugh and Gorsuch would vote to upend abortion rights if confirmed, the two left at least one Republican senator with a different impression. Sen. Susan Collins of Maine predicted Gorsuch and Kavanaugh wouldn’t support overturning the abortion cases, based on private conversations she had with them when they were nominees to the Supreme Court.
Barrett was perhaps the most vocal opponent of abortion in her time as a law professor, before becoming a federal judge in 2017. She was a member of anti-abortion groups at Notre Dame University, where she taught law, and she signed a newspaper ad opposing “abortion on demand” and defending “the right to life from fertilization to natural death.” She promised to set aside her personal views when judging cases.
Trump, meanwhile, had predicted as a candidate that whoever he named to the court would “automatically” vote to overrule Roe.
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Jailed US reporter’s defense appeals his arrest
MOSCOW (AP) — Lawyers for an American reporter for The Wall Street Journal arrested in Russia on espionage charges have appealed his arrest, a court in Moscow announced Monday.
Evan Gershkovich, 31, was detained last week in Yekaterinburg, Russia’s fourth-largest city. It was the first time a U.S. correspondent had been detained on spying accusations since the Cold War. The Journal has said it “vehemently denies” the charges and demanded his release.
At a hearing Thursday, Moscow’s Lefortovsky District court quickly ruled that Gershkovich would be kept behind bars for two months pending the investigation.
On Monday, the court reported that it has received an appeal against Gershkovich’s arrest filed by his defense, according to Russian news agencies. No date for the appeals hearing has been set yet.
Gershkovich was put in Moscow’s Lefortovo prison, which dates from the czarist era and has been a terrifying symbol of repression since Soviet times.
Russia’s Federal Security Service, the top successor to the Soviet-era KGB that is known by the acronym FSB, accused Gershkovich of trying to obtain classified information about a Russian arms factory. The Kremlin alleged that Gershkovich was caught red-handed, without offering details.
President Joe Biden on Friday urged Russia to release Gershkovich. “Let him go,” Biden told reporters at the White House when asked if he had a message for Russia.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken urged his Russian counterpart Sunday in a rare phone call between the diplomats since the start of the Ukraine war, to immediately release Gershkovich as well as another imprisoned American, Paul Whelan.
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The Toyota Prius, which has become synonymous with hybrid cars the past 20 years, is fresh off a full redesign for 2023. The prior generation’s oddball styling, quirky interior and feeble powertrain are now in the rearview mirror. The new Prius now features an attractive look, a sleeker interior and a big increase in power. It’s even more efficient than the previous model. But it’s not the only hybrid car you should consider.
The Kia Niro has been on the market since 2016, and like the Prius, it was also redesigned for the 2023 model year. The new Niro sports a stylish bold design, excellent technology and a roomier interior. But is Kia’s hybrid good enough to take on the long-running Prius? Edmunds experts compare them to find out which one is the better buy.
FUEL ECONOMY AND POWER The Prius and Niro are two of the most efficient hybrids you can buy, but the Prius sips fuel slower. The front-wheel-drive base model boasts an impressive EPA estimate of 57 mpg in combined city and highway driving, but that dips down to 52 mpg combined in the higher trims. With all-wheel drive, those estimates are 3 mpg lower in combined driving. The front-wheel-drive-only Niro scores an estimated 53 mpg combined in the base trim, but the less efficient higher trims are rated at 49 mpg combined.
When Edmunds drove the top-specced versions of both hybrids on its real-world test route, the difference was bigger. The Prius hit its EPA estimate by achieving 52.3 mpg, but the Niro got 47.7 mpg, a bit less than its EPA estimate.
Not only is the Prius more efficient, its 194-horsepower hybrid powertrain (196 hp with all-wheel drive) is significantly more powerful than the Niro’s, which produces only 139 hp. That ample amount of power propelled the Prius from 0 to 60 mph in 7.7 seconds, an impressive 2 seconds quicker than the Niro. More power and better fuel efficiency make it an easy win for the Toyota.
Winner: Toyota Prius
TECHNOLOGY AND INTERIOR SPACE The base trims of both hybrids come equipped with 8-inch touchscreen displays and digital gauge clusters. The Niro provides a larger 10.25-inch touchscreen on all other trims. The Prius offers an even bigger 12.3-inch touchscreen but to get it you have to add it as an option or buy the top trim level.
One advantage for the Prius is its standard wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration; you’ll need to use a USB cord to connect in most Niro trims. It also packs tech-forward USB-C ports instead of the Niro’s older USB-A ports.
Cargo space behind the rear seats is almost even: 20.3-23.8 cubic feet in the Prius and 22.8 cubic feet in the Niro. That’s a sizable amount and more than you would get in a sedan. Front seat space is similar, but the Niro has more rear passenger room.
Winner: tie
COMFORT AND DRIVING Ride comfort is superb in both hybrids, which isn’t always the case in small cars. Their seats are also comfortable, although the Niro’s are on the firm side but have more bolstering to help keep you in place. As with most hybrids, both engines get loud under hard acceleration, but the Niro does a better job keeping out wind and tire noise.
Based on our testing, the Prius drives better hands down. Both hybrids are great around town, but the Prius’ quicker acceleration comes in handy on the highway. It also handles much better, making it more fun to drive. The Prius’ superior driving dynamics give it the win here.
Winner: Toyota Prius
PRICING AND VALUE The Prius’ starting price of $28,545 is a little higher than the Niro’s starting price of $27,915. Both base models come similarly equipped, but for an extra $1,400, you can add all-wheel drive to any Prius trim. The midlevel trims are also closely matched in features, but the Prius is once again a little pricier, although its additional power and mpg justify the extra cost. The Prius’ top trim, which is priced like the Niro’s, offers optional features at an added cost that the Niro doesn’t provide, including a self-parking system, heated rear seats and a surround-view camera system.
If warranties are important to you, Kia’s five-year/60,000-mile basic warranty tops Toyota’s three-year/36,000-mile warranty. However, Toyota offers two years or 25,000 miles of free scheduled maintenance.
Winner: tie
EDMUNDS SAYS: The Toyota Prius and Kia Niro are both highly rated hybrids by Edmunds. But as with any comparison, there’s a winner. The Toyota Prius gets the victory here thanks to its superior power, fuel efficiency and available all-wheel drive.
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This story was provided to The Associated Press by the automotive website Edmunds.
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Dear Readers: Like you, I’m often curious about what happens to the advice I offer once it leaves my desk, and so I’ve asked readers to send in “updates” to let all of us know how my advice was received, if it was followed, and how things turned out.
The responses have flowed in, and I’m interested and often gratified to learn what impact this experience has had on readers.
This year I celebrate my 20th year of writing this column. Publishing these updates reminds me that we have been through a lot over these past decades. Some of these updates read like postcards from old friends, and I’m happy to share them.
(It’s important to understand that most of these updates offer a positive outcome. I assume this is because when things go well, people are more willing to share their experience.)
To refresh all of our memories, I’m running the original Q&A, followed by the update.
Dear Amy: My 14-year-old granddaughter and I have become estranged. Her parents split up after 14 years of living together.
She chose to live with her dad, while her mother (my daughter) and my 5-year-old granddaughter came to live with my husband and me (for the past 18 months).
I helped raise my older granddaughter from infancy, as her mother was a teenager when she gave birth for the first time. We spent a lot of time together and had a very close and loving relationship.
My granddaughter continues to shun her mother and me. (Her father has involved her in their breakup, and she has taken his side. He speaks horribly about our family.) It is so painful.
My therapist says to stay in touch with her and give her time, but her rudeness is hard to take.
No matter what I attempt to do or say at this point — such as let’s spend some time together and go to the mall or maybe the museum — she takes this the wrong way, as if I’m trying to guilt her. She ignores me or turns me down. I’ve heard she misses me, yet every attempt I make to spend time with her is met with disdain.
What should I do at this point to not further alienate her? Will this ever get better? I miss her terribly.
— Her Nana
Dear Nana: From your description, her father is influencing your granddaughter and preventing her from having a relationship with her mother and the rest of you. This is tragic — and sadly common when parents go through an angry breakup.
When you think about it, you will realize that your granddaughter doesn’t really have any choice; to have a close relationship with her father (with whom she lives), she has to separate from you. She is doing the only thing she knows how to do to keep the peace at home.
Think of her as a survivor — this is how she is managing her untenable position.
I agree with your therapist’s advice to give her time. I would further encourage you to continue to be a loving and patient adult in her life. She deserves to have a family member who will forgive her teenage flaws and love her anyway.
Assume that she misses you (and her mother and younger sibling!) very much. Her rudeness and attempts to push you away are protective instincts.
Persist in your attempts to stay in touch with her and stay positive, but don’t push her too much; her reactions will change as she adjusts to her situation and matures.
You want to be there when she is ready.
(Published in November 2011)
Update from “Her Nana”: Dear Amy, Yes, I took your advice. My husband and I were so very close to our granddaughter until this tough divorce. She chose to stay with her dad who continually said harmful things about her mother, my daughter, and particularly me.
It hurt me deeply when she continually shunned us and I almost gave up, but you advised me to keep at it no matter what.
And that’s what I did. You said to be there when she was ready.
Well, after five years, when she was about 17, she slowly started letting us back in.
She and her mother became very close again. And she became our loving granddaughter again.
She’s now 26 and a sweet and caring young woman.
I’m glad to have the opportunity to finally thank you.
— Still Her Nana
Dear Nana: My favorite outcome: A happy ending.
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SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Dyaisha Fair scored 18 of her 23 points in the second half, Georgia Woolley added 20 points and Syracuse used a big third quarter to beat No. 14 North Carolina 75-67 on Thursday night.
Dariauna Lewis had 14 points and 15 rebounds for Syracuse (16-9, 7-7 ACC), which outrebounded North Carolina 43-29 to make up for 21 turnovers.
North Carolina was without two starters for the second straight game in Alyssa Ustby (13.6 points and 8.9 rebounds) and Eva Hodgson (10.2 points) due to injury.
Deja Kelly led North Carolina (17-7, 8-5) with a career-high 32 points. Kennedy Todd-Williams added 14 points.
Syracuse plays at No. 10 Notre Dame on Sunday in the second of three straight games against ranked opponents. North Carolina hosts Boston College on Sunday.
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Which kids Christmas pajamas are best?
Christmas pajamas have been a tradition for years, whether you’re trying to match the whole family, looking for the most comfortable or getting the best picture, there are a plethora of options.
Pajamas come in a wide range of styles and fabrics, so finding the perfect one for your child can be challenging. At the rate kids grow, you likely don’t want to spend a fortune on pajamas that probably won’t be worn next year.
For a soft, comfortable set of pajamas in classic buffalo plaid, try Lazy One Flapjacks Plaid Bear Cheeks Onesie Pajamas. They offer a matching set for the whole family.
What to know before you buy kids Christmas pajamas
Comfort
Comfort is one of the most important factors when searching for the perfect pajamas. Getting a good picture with an unhappy child scratching or crying in uncomfortable pajamas can be a bit tricky. Find a style and design that will be pleasing to your child. Paying attention to style, fit and material can be the deciding factors on comfort.
Durability
Finding pajamas that will last wash after wash during the holiday season is helpful. Pajamas come in a wide variety of materials and patterns. Cotton, organic cotton, linen and bamboo are recommended for their breathability and durability. Fleece and jersey are popular materials, although they tend to be heavy and may not work well for warmer climates.
Size
If you’re shopping in-store, it’s easier to get a sense of the sizing on pajamas and if they’ll fit your child true to size. If you’re shopping online, be sure to read size guides to get a better idea of the fit of your chosen pajamas. Comfort and size go hand in hand, so make sure pajamas are cozy without being restrictive.
What to look for in quality kids Christmas pajamas
Style
Pajamas come in many different styles: onesies, footed, hooded or two-piece, to name a few. Keep in mind that every child is different. Some children may not find certain styles comfortable, such as footie pajamas. Styles with hoods or those pajamas with drawstrings aren’t recommended for younger children as they pose a strangulation hazard. Potty-training toddlers may find onesies or hooded pajamas difficult to use, making two-piece designs a better bet.
Material
Material is an important factor when choosing pajamas. Children have sensitive skin, so soft and gentle materials such as cotton, organic cotton, bamboo and linen tend to be the best options for absorbing moisture and may work better in warmer climates. Heavy materials like fleece or flannel aren’t recommended for warmer climates, though they’re comfortable for colder winters. Avoid polyester blends, as they tend to trap heat and moisture and could lead to overheating.
How much you can expect to spend on kids Christmas pajamas
Unless the pajamas will be worn for only a brief time, like in a photograph opportunity, don’t sacrifice safety, comfort and quality for cost. You can expect to pay anywhere from $10-$40 for decent-quality kids Christmas pajamas. Organic cotton, linen or bamboo may be priced higher.
Kids Christmas pajamas FAQ
Should I size up or down from my child’s current size?
A. Children grow fast, chances are this will be the only Christmas that your child will wear these pajamas, so find a fit that works for right now.
How do I know what’s comfortable for my child?
A. If your child will be in Christmas pajamas for more than a quick photo opportunity, make sure they’re comfortable. When uncomfortable, most children will fuss and cry or mess with the site of irritation. Not every style will work for every child.
Should I choose organic cotton over regular cotton?
A. Organic cotton is grown without the use of toxic substances and pesticides and is grown in healthier soil. Organic cotton tends to be softer, hypoallergenic and lasts longer than regular cotton. However, for seasonal Christmas pajamas, the extra cost for organic cotton may not be worth it if you’re trying to save money.
What are the best kids Christmas pajamas to buy?
Top kids Christmas pajamas
Lazy One Flapjack Bear Cheeks Onesie Pajamas
What you need to know: Lazy One Flapjack pajamas allow for the entire family to match, so be sure to get onesies for the whole family.
What you’ll love: These pajamas come in a wide variety of colors and holiday patterns. Sizing ranges from baby to adult men’s and women’s sizes. These cute matching onesies are made from 100% certified organic, preshrunk cotton. They’re super-soft, lightweight and machine-washable. They’re free from harmful dyes and chemicals.
What you should consider: Some customers have complained of shrinking. Since these are preshrunk, the manufacturer recommends washing in cold water and limiting drying time.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top kids Christmas pajamas for the money
Family Feeling Striped 2-Piece Christmas Pajamas Set
What you need to know: These cute and comfy pajama sets will put a smile on their faces this holiday season.
What you’ll love: This two-piece style comes in a variety of colors, designs and sizes, including a candy cane stripe. It offers good quality for a low cost. These pajamas are 100% cotton and machine-washable.
What you should consider: Some consumers recommend to size up; the pajamas fit snugly.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Pajama Gram Classic Matching Family Pajamas
What you need to know: These pajamas are perfect for warmer climates.
What you’ll love: Match the entire family with these super-soft, cozy pajamas that offer a looser fit. They give you the look of flannel but with a lighter-weight cotton feel.
What you should consider: These pajamas aren’t flannel, they’re cotton with a flannel pattern, so they’re lighter weight than regular flannel.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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LANCASTER, S.C. — The Lancaster Police Department is asking for the public's help to find a missing 29-year-old man.
Alexander Gilmore was last seen on foot near Hughes, possibly headed toward Rock Hill around 12:30 a.m. Saturday, police said. He was last seen wearing shorts and a Carolina Panthers sweatshirt.
Officers said Gilmore has a medical condition and needs to be located as soon as possible. He is described as 245 pounds, standing at five feet, ten inches with black hair and brown eyes.
Lancaster Police are asking the public not to approach Gilmore if you see him. If you see Gilmore, please contact 911 or Lancaster Police Department immediately at 803-283-3313.
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NEW YORK, Nov. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention Olo Inc. ("Olo") (NYSE: OLO) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors. This lawsuit is on behalf of all persons and entities that purchased shares of Olo's Class A common stock between August 11, 2021 and August 11, 2022.
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WILLISTON, Vt. (AP) — One of the co-founders of Ben & Jerry’s has gone from ice cream to ‘blunts,’ promising a line of marijuana products with a social mission.
Ben Cohen has started Ben’s Best Blnz, a nonprofit cannabis line with a stated mission of helping to right the wrongs of the war on drugs. The company says on its website that 80% of its profits will go to grants for Black cannabis entrepreneurs while the rest will be equally divided between the Vermont Racial Justice Alliance and the national Last Prisoner Project, which is working to free people incarcerated for cannabis offenses.
“The War on Drugs (first so named by President Richard Nixon) has targeted lower income Black and Brown people thru over policing, discriminatory prosecution, and discriminatory sentencing,” the website states. “That’s why despite using pot at the same rate, Black people are 4 times more likely to be arrested than Whites.”
Ben’s Best Blnz, or B3, says it licenses its formulas, packaging, trademarks, and marketing materials to for-profit businesses that pay a royalty. After expenses are deducted, the royalties are donated to the cause.
The cannabis is grown in soil using no nonorganic fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, or fungicides, the website states.
The B3 products, including pre-rolled joints with lower levels of the psychoactive compound THC, are expected to be available in cannabis shops in Vermont next month. | 2023-04-26T00:41:12+00:00 | wearegreenbay.com | https://www.wearegreenbay.com/business/ap-business/ben-jerrys-co-founder-starts-nonprofit-cannabis-company/ |
PITTSBURGH, Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- "We wanted a decorative solution to keeping window curtains open without causing wall damage," said two inventors from Memphis, Tenn., "so we invented the CURTAIN WREATH.
The patent-granted invention ensures that curtains remained open in an attractive fashion which may enhance the appearance of the curtains, walls, and room. It eliminates using glued holders or having to anchor holders into a wall with nails or screws that could cause damage. Easy to use and install the invention is also convenient, practical, and effective. It could be used in homes as well as hotels and even cruise ships as it is durable and affordable.
The original design was submitted to the Fort Lauderdale sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 21-FJK-200, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.
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Tucker Carlson out at Fox News, network confirms
NEW YORK (AP) — Fox News said Monday it has “agreed to part ways” with Tucker Carlson, its popular and controversial host, less than a week after settling a lawsuit over the network’s 2020 election reporting.
The network said in a press release that the last program of “Tucker Carlson Tonight” aired Friday.
“We thank him for his service to the network as a host and prior to that as a contributor,” the press release from the network said.
Carlson became Fox’s most popular personality after replacing Bill O’Reilly in Fox’s prime-time lineup in 2016. He’s also consistently drawn headlines for controversial coverage, including most recently airing tapes from the Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection to minimize the impact of the deadly attack.
There was no immediate explanation from Fox about why Carlson was leaving.
His name came up during the recently settled case with Dominion Voting Systems, primarily because of email and text messages that were revealed as part of the lawsuit. In some of them, Carlson privately criticized former President Donald Trump, saying he hated him passionately.
A few weeks ago, Carlson devoted his entire show to an interview with Trump.
“Fox News Tonight” will air in Carlson’s 8 p.m. ET prime-time slot, hosted by a rotating array of network personalities, for the time being.
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The family of Tyre Nichols said on Friday they plan to be at every court date of the five former Memphis police officers who are indicted on second-degree murder charges for the death of the 29-year-old.
Speaking outside the Shelby County Criminal Justice Center after the five former officers submitted not guilty pleas, Nichols’s mother RowVaughn Wells said Friday was just the beginning of the process.
“I’m waiting for this nightmare basically that I’m going through right now, I’m waiting for somebody to wake me up,” she said. “But I also know that it’s not going to happen, OK. I know my son is gone. I know I’ll never see him again. We have to start his process of justice right now.”
“I want each and every one of those police officers to be able to look me in the face,”
she continued. “They haven’t done that yet. They couldn’t even do that today. They didn’t even have the courage to look at me in my face after what they did to my son. So they’re going to see me at every court date — every one — until we get justice for my son.”
Nichols was stopped on Jan. 7 by Memphis police for reckless driving, though officials later said there was no evidence to substantiate the reckless driving claim. Nichols ran from police officers, who eventually caught up to him and kicked, punched and beat him with a baton for three minutes. Graphic video footage of the beating was released to the public in late January. Nichols died from his injuries on Jan. 10, and on Jan. 26, the five officers were indicted.
Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, Justin Smith, Emmitt Martin III and Desmond Mills Jr. all face charges of second-degree murder, aggravated assault, aggravated kidnapping, official misconduct and official oppression. All five officers are also Black.
At their arraignment on Friday, the former Memphis police officers’s attorneys entered not guilty pleas on their behalf. The five are due back in court on May 1.
Wells said that she wasn’t surprised to hear the officers submit not guilty pleas, but that she will put her faith in the district attorney’s office to prosecute the former officers until a guilty verdict is reached.
Wells was joined by her husband Rodney Wells, their attorney Ben Crump and Van Turner, president of NAACP Memphis Branch.
Turner said the court process will be a “landmark decision” that has the potential to lead to policy changes.
“How do we stop this from happening again? The state needs to pass the Tyre Nichols Police Reform Act,” Turner said. “Governor Billy [Lee] needs to stand up for his families. We want the thoughts, we want the prayers, but we actually we want this bill passed right now, the Tyre Nichols police reform.”
That bill would ban chokeholds and mandate law enforcement agencies develop a policy regarding de-escalation. It also requires any law enforcement officer who has direct knowledge of excessive use of force by another officer to report the actions as soon as possible.
Crump, who is representing the family, also took time to dismiss “salacious rumors” that Nichols had some sort of connection with the five officers who beat him.
“We are aware that there were photographs that were taken and none of them were sent to all of these rumors data out there in the social media world,” said Crump, referring to reports that Haley sent a photograph of Nichols, bleeding and half-conscious, to at least five people, including two fellow officers, a civilian employee of the department and a female acquaintance.
“The family is dealing with enough, grieving the death of Tyre and their brave fight for justice, than to have to deal with all these salacious rumors,” Crump said.
He also addressed reports that Nichols had some sort of substance in his blood at the time of the beating. Officers in the video footage can be heard saying Nichols was “on something” after they beat him.
In response, Crump’s team has performed an independent autopsy.
“We don’t have the toxicology yet but we feel confident that Tyre was not on any account of intoxication or anything like that,” said Crump.
“Miss RowVaughn and Rodney, they know Tyre and what kind of person he was,” Crump added. “Who Tyre was was what you saw on that video — while everybody else was escalating it using excessive force, Tyre was de-escalating and trying to do everything in his power to remain calm.” | 2023-02-17T19:36:46+00:00 | upmatters.com | https://www.upmatters.com/hill-politics/family-of-tyre-nichols-promises-to-be-at-every-court-date-of-five-former-officers/ |
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FARMINGTON, N.M. (KRQE) – A new horned dinosaur species has been discovered south of Farmington, New Mexico, by a team of paleontologists, including two from the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science.
Most of the skull is preserved. It shows large bite marks from another dinosaur, though they say those could be from after its death. They named the dinosaur bisticeratops froeseorum because it was discovered in the Bisti Denazin wilderness area. The plant-eating dinosaur spanned about 18 feet.
“Bisticeratops adds to the diversity of Late Cretaceous horned dinosaurs from New Mexico,” said Dr. Lucas in a news release. “It shows that important discoveries and analyses continue to be made in the state in our effort to understand better the history of dinosaurs during the last few million years before their extinction.”
According to a news release, the discovery of bisticeratops adds to New Mexico’s fossil record and to the understanding of horned dinosaurs from the late Cretaceous period. The bisticeratops fossil joins other recently described horned dinosaurs from New Mexico — navajoceratops, terminocavus and sierraceratops. Last year, a sierraceratops dinosaur was discovered in southern New Mexico.
These creatures found in New Mexico appear to be distinct from the horned dinosaurs that lived in what is now Montana and Alberta, which according to the news release, indicates a longitudinal variation among ceratopsians. The discovery also shows that the last few million years of ceratopsian evolution were more complex than first thought.
Researchers last year also found the fossil of the menefeeceratops, which included multiple bones from one individual. It was found by a research associate of NMMNHS in Cretaceous rocks of the Menefee Formation. That dinosaur is said to be related to but predates triceratops. | 2022-08-24T21:24:14+00:00 | wric.com | https://www.wric.com/news/u-s-world/new-horned-dinosaur-species-discovered-in-new-mexico/ |
Top Player Prop Bets for Rangers vs. Padres on July 30, 2023
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Rangers vs. Padres Game Info
- When: Sunday, July 30, 2023 at 4:10 PM ET
- Where: PETCO Park in San Diego, California
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Marcus Semien Props
- Hits Prop: Over/Under 0.5 (Over Odds: -204)
- Runs Prop: Over/Under 0.5 (Over Odds: +110)
- Home Runs Prop: Over/Under 0.5 (Over Odds: +550)
- RBI Prop: Over/Under 0.5 (Over Odds: +205)
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- Semien has put up 120 hits with 27 doubles, two triples, 15 home runs and 46 walks. He has driven in 64 runs with nine stolen bases.
- He has a .275/.344/.450 slash line so far this season.
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- Hits Prop: Over/Under 0.5 (Over Odds: -149)
- Runs Prop: Over/Under 0.5 (Over Odds: +130)
- Home Runs Prop: Over/Under 0.5 (Over Odds: +475)
- RBI Prop: Over/Under 0.5 (Over Odds: +185)
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- Adolis Garcia has collected 101 hits with 22 doubles, 25 home runs and 40 walks. He has driven in 84 runs with six stolen bases.
- He has a slash line of .259/.331/.508 on the year.
- Garcia takes a four-game streak with at least one hit into this matchup. In his last five games he is batting .222 with a home run and four RBI.
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- Strikeouts Prop: Over/Under 7.5 (Over Odds: -141)
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- Blake Snell (7-8) will take the mound for the Padres, his 22nd start of the season.
- In 21 starts this season, he's earned 11 quality starts.
- Snell has 12 starts in a row of five innings or more.
- He has finished seven appearances without allowing an earned run in 21 chances this season.
- The 30-year-old ranks second in ERA (2.68), 42nd in WHIP (1.272), and third in K/9 (11.6) among qualified pitchers in the majors this season.
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- Hits Prop: Over/Under 0.5 (Over Odds: -204)
- Runs Prop: Over/Under 0.5 (Over Odds: -115)
- Home Runs Prop: Over/Under 0.5 (Over Odds: +380)
- RBI Prop: Over/Under 0.5 (Over Odds: +170)
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- Soto has 95 hits with 24 doubles, 20 home runs, 96 walks and 63 RBI. He's also stolen five bases.
- He's slashed .265/.418/.500 so far this year.
- Soto has picked up at least one hit in two straight games. During his last five outings he is hitting .286 with a home run, three walks and three RBI.
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Lil Durk Lil Durk and Amazon Music are collaborating in providing two Chicago students with $50,000 scholarships each to attend Howard University. The two winners were announced during his performance at HU’s Spring 2023 YardFest.
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He’s one away.
Aaron Judge led off the bottom of the ninth inning with a 430-foot shot to left center field for his 60th home run of the season. Judge tied Babe Ruth’s 1927 record as the Yankees were losing to the Pirates 8-5 at Yankee Stadium.
Judge is one shy of the American League record set by Roger Maris in 1961, with Maris’ family in attendance at the Stadium to see him challenge his record.
With the shot off of Pirates’ right-hander Will Crowe, Judge became just the sixth player in Major League history (ninth time) to hit at least 60 home runs in a single season, tying Babe Ruth’s long-standing record of 60. The second most in Yankees history and one shy of the team and American League record set by Roger Maris in 1961.
Only Maris, Barry Bonds (73 in 2001), Mark McGwire (70 in 1998 and 65 in 1999) and Sammy Sosa (64 in 2001 and 63 in 2001) have hit more home runs in a single season.
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Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer tests positive for COVID-19
Published: Jul. 10, 2022 at 9:33 PM EDT|Updated: 25 minutes ago
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has tested positive for COVID-19 and reports experiencing very mild symptoms, his spokesman said Sunday night.
Schumer, 71, is fully vaccinated and has received two booster shots, spokesman Justin Goodman said in a statement.
The New York Democrat will follow federal health guidelines and quarantine this week while working remotely, Goodman said.
“Anyone who knows Leader Schumer knows that even if he’s not physically in the Capitol, through virtual meetings and his trademark flip phone he will continue with his robust schedule and remain in near constant contact with his colleagues,” Goodman said.
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LAS VEGAS, May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) has unveiled a special addition to its fleet: a vibrant, one-of-a-kind Insomniac-themed livery designed for Electronic Dance Music (EDM) fans and beyond.
The new livery, displayed on the fuselage and tail of an Airbus A320, evokes a festive vibe, created in the spirit of the world's largest dance music festival, Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC), to add an extra layer of excitement for all passengers to enjoy.
Allegiant, the official airline of Live Nation, teamed up with Insomniac to combine signature brand elements in the stunning design, celebrating a strategic partnership that empowers the airline's customers to truly live the Nonstop Life. The livery arrives as demand for live events is at an all-time high. More customers across Allegiant's network say that concerts and festivals spur their leisure travel planning.
"We are thrilled to announce this special livery, perfectly timed as fans fly to Las Vegas this week for the Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) festival. Most of our customers say they specifically travel for live music concerts or festivals, so this partnership is a natural fit because it enables us to weave the Allegiant brand into the fabric of leisure travel experiences," said Scott DeAngelo, Allegiant's executive vice president and chief marketing officer. "In order to become the most influential and forward-thinking leisure airline, Allegiant partners with prestigious, successful brands with national reach. Live Nation – a world-class leader in live events and entertainment – is key among these strategic partnerships."
Designers added a colorful splash of pink, purple and orange to Allegiant's flowing ribbon encircling the fuselage and sunburst tail. Emblazoned on the sides of the plane are Insomniac and EDC's internationally-recognized emblems, along with Insomniac's logo painted on the engine cowlings – symbolizing the incredible power of its fan base.
Insomniac, celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, is the world's leading live experience creator. Founded in 1993, Insomniac produces 10,000 concerts, club nights and festivals for seven million attendees annually across the globe. The company's premier annual event, Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas, is the world's largest dance music festival and attracts more than 525,000 fans over three days each May.
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Man killed in confrontation with Baltimore windshield washer had a bat, police say
BALTIMORE (WJZ) - A 48-year-old motorist is dead after he confronted a man at an intersection who washes windshields for money.
Baltimore is in shock after the violent encounter at the busy intersection of Light and Conway. Police said a “squeegee” windshield washer shot and killed Timothy Reynolds Thursday after they said Reynolds confronted the washers with a bat.
It’s not known if Reynolds hit any of the windshield washers with the bat or if he swung at the person who shot him.
All the washers fled the scene after it unfolded, and no arrests have been made.
Police are a visible presence Saturday at many corners where young men usually wash windows for money.
At the intersection of Light and Conway, though, “squeegee” workers are nowhere to be found.
Baltimore Police Commissioner Michael Harrison said he was unable to provide additional details about how the confrontation unfolded.
“We’re combing through a lot of evidence right now in search of the person who shot the victim,” he said.
There have been several tributes to Reynolds online.
A relative of Reynolds declined to speak on camera, but said he was a good man and a father and said the family is in shock and mourning. He asked for privacy.
“Some would say that this is as simple as clearing the corners or rounding them up or moving them along. It isn’t,” Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott said.
There were several incidents involving “squeegee” windshield washers reported at the same intersection in the hours before Reynolds was killed.
“This was just, you know, the pinnacle of the problem right in downtown across from Inner Harbor with somebody getting shot,” Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan said.
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Murder charges filed in 2019 overdose death
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KXII) - Oklahoma Attorney General John O’Connor filed first-degree murder charges against an alleged drug dealer, after a woman overdosed on drugs that the state claims he gave her.
According to the attorney generals office, Dylan Richardson was arrested after 24-year-old Macee Grabber was found dead of an apparent drug overdose at her family’s home in Hughes County.
O’Connor’s office said deputies found methamphetamines and heroin on the scene which led them to Richardson, who allegedly provided those drugs to Grabber, causing her death.
“We will continue to use every means possible under Oklahoma law to arrest and prosecute drug dealers who push deadly drugs like heroin into our communities,” said Attorney General O’Connor. “It will also send a clear message to drug dealers that going to prison for murder could result from every sale they make.”
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CINCINNATI (AP) — Jake Fraley hit a tiebreaking, two-run homer in the eighth inning, and the Cincinnati Reds extended their majors-best winning streak to 11 games, rallying past the Colorado Rockies 5-3 on Wednesday for a three-game sweep.
Rookie sensation Elly De La Cruz hit a one-out bloop to left that fell for a double against Daniel Bard (3-1), and Fraley hit the next pitch over the wall in right, sending the Reds to their majors-best 12th comeback win of the season and the Rockies to their season-worst eighth straight loss. Cincinnati trailed 3-0 after four innings.
The NL Central-leading Reds (40-35) have swept three straight three-game series and won five consecutive series overall. Their winning streak is the club’s longest since winning 12 straight in 1957.
Andrew Abbott — the first pitcher since the mound was moved to its current spot in 1893 to begin his career with three straight scoreless starts of more than five innings — allowed the first run of his career when Brenton Doyle led off the game with a homer. But the rookie left-hander was solid from there, striking out a career-high 10 in six innings and giving up three runs, all on solo homers. Abbott struck out the side in the sixth.
Ian Gibaut (8-1) pitched around leadoff single in the eighth for the win. Buck Farmer worked the ninth for his second save in five tries.
Doyle drove Abbott’s 0-1 pitch to the right-field seats for his first homer since he hit two against Cincinnati on May 15 at Colorado. Abbott had begun his career with 17 2/3 scoreless innings.
Eiehuris Montero made it 2-0 when he connected in the second, his first homer since March 30. Randal Grichuk homered to left in the fourth, his first longball since May 7.
Cincinnati tied it in the fifth on Luke Maile’s bases-loaded single and TJ Friedl’s run-scoring single.
TRAINER’S ROOM
Rockies: RHP Connor Seybold’s scheduled start on Wednesday was pushed back due to a right triceps problem.
Reds: RHP Derek Law (right flexor mass strain) threw live batting practice on Wednesday and is expected to leave this weekend for a rehab assignment. … RHP Casey Legumina (right shoulder pain) was placed on the 15-day injured list.
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Rockies: LHP Kyle Freeland (4-8) is Friday’s scheduled starter against the Los Angeles Angels in the opener of a nine-game homestand.
Reds: RHP Luke Weaver (1-2) is set to start Friday’s opener of a three-game series against NL East-leading Atlanta.
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Gavin Kash was 0-5 entering the 10th inning of No. 22 Texas Tech's Big 12 opener against No. 12 Oklahoma State.
The NCAA leader in hits put that stat-line behind him with a conveniently placed two-out double that Cowboys left fielder Nolan Schubart misjudged, allowing third baseman Kevin Bazzell to score the winning run in the Red Raiders' 8-7 win Friday night at Dan Law Field at Rip Griffin Park.
Sophomore catcher Hudson White, who was in the on-deck circle, described his point-of-view during the final at-bat of the night.
"Off the bat, I thought it was gonna just be a fly ball to left, and I was like 'Alright, we're about to go into the 11th (inning)'," White said. "Then I saw the left fielder overrun it and I was like 'Here we go' then he dropped it."
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Trailing 7-3 for the sixth and seven innings, Tech quickly erased the deficit during an eventful eighth inning. Big 12 ERA leader Isaac Stebens issued a one-out walk to sophomore right fielder Owen Washburn, Tech freshman Tracer Lopez laid down a bunt single and Stebens' pitch to pinch hitter Ryan Brome barely brushed the sophomore's elbow to load the bases with one out.
OSU right-hander Michael Benzor replaced Stebens and walked in a run, drawing MLB prospect Nolan McLean out of the bullpen. The Red Raiders got to the righty immediately, as third baseman Kevin Bazzell drilled a two-run single to shallow center field to make it a 7-6 ballgame, and second baseman Austin Green drilled an RBI single over the glove of OSU second baseman Roc Riggio to tie the game at seven.
"I think we just kept playing and kept going at it," White said. "It's nine innings, gotta play the full nine."
Fellow reliever Ethan Coombes, who had pitched 2.2 innings entering Friday, set the stage the Red Raiders' rally with two scoreless frames, striking out a season-high five batters in his fourth appearance of the year. Coombes' performance set up sophomore Ryan Free, who retired all six batters he faced in his two innings of work.
Coombes said he had additional motivation Friday, as Oklahoma State contacted him as a graduate transfer out of Lubbock Christian University, but the transfer to Stillwater "didn't work out."
"It was awesome," Coombes said of his first taste of Big 12 baseball. "I have a little bad blood with them ... it was really good to throw against them in the first Big 12 game. I was absolutely loving every moment of it."
The Red Raiders took advantage of three Oklahoma State errors in the win, as their first three runs were unearned.
"We probably had some luck in there," Tech head coach Tim Tadlock said.
Bazzell led the way offensively with three hits, while shortstop Tracer Lopez made his presence known defensively with a pair of impressive putouts in the ninth inning.
The victory extended Tech's win streak over the Cowboys to six games, which the Red Raiders will look to continue Saturday at 2 p.m. Sophomore lefty Mason Molina is expected to get the ball for Tech. | 2023-03-18T14:02:12+00:00 | dailytoreador.com | https://www.dailytoreador.com/sports/no-22-tech-stuns-no-12-osu-with-late-inning-rally/article_75fd1e2c-c51a-11ed-a323-53d9e07185fb.html |
High School Regional Swimming: Gainesville Buchholz Brooks, Pinter, Zhou advance to state
OCALA — Buchholz seniors Molly Brooks and Luke Pinter, sophomore Emily Zhou and the 200-yard medley and 200 freestyle relay teams earned state meet berths Saturday at the Class 4A Region 1 Swimming and Diving Championships.
The Bobcat girls, City Champions, finished sixth with 155.5 points at the Florida Aquatic and Swimming Training Center. Oviedo, third at last year’s state championships, won its first team title since 2019 with 416 points.
Brooks, a senior captain, earned a return trip in an individual event to the state meet after missing out on a qualifying spot last year. This time though, she will not only swim in the 100 backstroke where she finished fourth on Saturday in 59.11 seconds, but also in the 100 butterfly where she finished seventh in 58.76.
Brooks also swam legs on the 200 medley relay where the Bobcats finished fifth in 1:52.89 and the 200 freestyle relay where they also finished fifth in 1:41.30.
Zhou, a Bobcat sophomore, also earned a berth in the 100 freestyle after slicing off 0.90 seconds off her personal best to finish fifth in 54.13. Zhou also swam on the state qualifying 200 medley and 200 freestyle relay teams.
Pinter, a team captain, earned his berth trip to state in an individual event by finishing sixth in 54.66 seconds. That was a personal best by 1.01 seconds. Pinter also swam a personal best of 50.36 in the 100 freestyle to finish 11th.
The Bobcat boys team finished eighth in the team competition with 102.5 points. Oviedo won the boys team title for the sixth time in a row with 387 points.
The FHSAA State Swimming and Diving Finals will be held next Saturday at the Sailfish Aquatic Center in Stuart. Preliminaries will be held in the morning. The top 16 marks in the relays and individual events will qualify for the finals session in the evening. The top eight finishers will contest for medals in the A final and the next fastest eight, for points in the B final.
Class 4A, Region 1 Swimming and Diving Championships
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Results from Saturday’s meet with state seeding places for state meet qualifiers.
Girls
Team Scores
1. Oviedo, 416; 2. Lake Brantley, 311.5; 5. Westport, 194; 6. Buchholz, 155.5;9. Westport, 86
Event results
200y Medley Relay, 5. Buchholz (Molly Brooks, Abby Kastensmidt, Lakshmi Garofalo, Emily Zhou), 1:52.89 seeded 15th dropped best by 1.37seconds
200y Freestyle, 4. Lea Opdyke, Sr, West Port, 1:55.65, 18th seed best by 6.21 seconds
100y Butterfly, 7. Molly Brooks, Sr, Buchholz, 58.76 seeded 23rd best by 0.89 seconds
100 y Freestyle, 5. Emily Zhou, So, Buchholz, 54.13 seeded 18th best by 0.90 seconds
200 y Freestyle Relay, 5. Buchholz (Emily Zhou, Abby Kastensmidt, Molly Brooks, Paola Monge), 1:41.30 seeded 15th best by 0.96 seconds
100 y Backstroke, 4. Molly Brooks, Sr, Buchholz, 59.11 seeded 17th best by 1.29 seconds
500y Freestyle, 5. Lea Opdyke, Sr, West Port, 5:09.81, 18th seed, best by 16.55 seconds
Boys
Team Scores
1. Oviedo, 387; 2. Bartram Trail, 349;5. West Port, 194; 8. Buchholz, 102.5
Event results
200 y Medley Relay, 3. West Port(Jeffrey Wolfe, Micah Rohacs, Caleb Rohacs, Justin Sosa), 1:39.47 dropped best by 1.59 seconds
200 y Freestyle, 5. Sabian Branch, Jr, West Port, 1:45.19, 14th seed best by 0.85 seconds
50 y Freestyle, 2. Jeffrey Wolfe, Jr, West Port, 22.02 18th seed best by 0.38 seconds
100y Butterfly, 1. Caleb Rohacs, So, West Port, 51.31, 12th seed best by 1.32 seconds; 5. Jeffrey Wolfe, Jr, West Port, 52.61, 24th seed best by 0.77 seconds
100y Backstroke, 2. Caleb Rohacs, So, West Port, 52.86 10th seed best by 2.21 seconds; 6. Luke Pinter, Sr, Buchholz, 54.66 seeded 20th best by 1.01 seconds
500 y Freestyle,7. Seth Hyde, Fr, West Port, 4:46.60, 19th seed best by 12.08 seconds
400 y Freestyle, 4. West Port (Sabian Branch, Caleb Rohacs, Micah Rohacs, Jeffrey Wolfe), 3:15.37, 12th seed best by 4.07 seconds | 2022-10-30T22:03:25+00:00 | gainesville.com | https://www.gainesville.com/story/sports/2022/10/30/gainesville-buchholz-high-school-swimmers-earn-berths-state-meet/10646058002/ |
- The bank posted a net loss of 1.593 billion Swiss francs ($1.66 billion) on Wednesday.
- It also announced the immediate resignation of CEO Thomas Gottstein, who will be replaced by asset management CEO Ulrich Koerner.
- Asked if he had any plans to sell the company or merge with another bank, Lehmann said "that is a clear no."
Credit Suisse Chairman Axel Lehmann denied any intention to sell or merge the embattled Swiss lender after it reported a massive second-quarter loss.
The bank posted a net loss of 1.593 billion Swiss francs ($1.66 billion) on Wednesday and announced the immediate resignation of CEO Thomas Gottstein, who will be replaced by asset management CEO Ulrich Koerner.
Credit Suisse vowed to ramp up its efforts to overhaul the group's structure in the wake of mounting losses and a string of scandals — most notably the Archegos hedge fund collapse — that have resulted in substantial litigation costs.
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Speculation has emerged in recent months that Credit Suisse may be considering a capital raise and even a possible sale of the company, but Lehmann told CNBC's Geoff Cutmore Wednesday that neither was in the cards.
"On capital, we reported, despite the loss today, a CET1 ratio of 13.5%. I am happy to see that number and we will guide the market also, in light of the uncertainty, that we are certainly going to defend our CET1 ratio until the end of the year, between 13 and 14%," Lehmann said. CET 1, or common equity tier one capital, ratio is a measure of a bank's solvency.
"So I think we are good on that one, and we will manage that very, very tightly."
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He also branded some of the speculation — such as the suggestion in a Swiss blog early last month that U.S. bank State Street could be readying a takeover bid for Credit Suisse — as "quite ridiculous."
Asked if he had any plans to sell the company or merge with another bank, Lehmann said "that is a clear no."
Credit Suisse has launched a strategic review as it looks to cut costs, redirect its wealth and asset management operations and overhaul its compliance and risk management functions.
In Wednesday's earnings report, the bank said it will provide further details on the progress of the review in the third quarter.
"We will be even more focused going forward on our wealth management franchise, multi-specialist asset manager and the very, very strong Swiss business," Lehmann said.
"We will have a highly competitive banking business and we will align the markets business better to serve the needs of our wealth management and Swiss clients."
He added that the board wishes to bring down its absolute cost base to less than 15.5 billion Swiss francs in the medium term.
However, Lehmann refused to be drawn on how many job losses this will entail, instead promising more detailed plans for the cost-cutting strategy in the third-quarter earnings. | 2022-07-27T12:33:44+00:00 | nbcmiami.com | https://www.nbcmiami.com/news/business/money-report/credit-suisse-chairman-denies-plans-to-sell-or-raise-capital-after-mammoth-loss/2821010/ |
Nolan Neal, a musician who competed on both America’s Got Talent and The Voice, has died. He was 41.
TMZ was first to report that Neal was found dead in his apartment in Nashville, Tennessee, by his roommate. Entertainment Weekly spoke to the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, and were told that Neal was found dead at 8 p.m. local time in his bedroom after his roommate received a call from the singer's mother, who hadn't heard from him. Police also told EW that a guitar pick was found next to Neal's bed appeared to contain "a powder residue."
A cause of death has not been released pending the results of an autopsy, EW reports. ET has reached out to Neal's reps and Nashville authorities.
Neal was known for his performances on not one, but two of the biggest reality singing competition shows. In 2016, the singer appeared on season 10 of The Voice. During his run, he was selected to be on Adam Levine’s team before he was eliminated during the knockout rounds.
In 2020, Neal made his return to television on America’s Got Talent. The Nashville native auditioned for Simon Cowell, Howie Mandel, Heidi Klum and Sofia Vergara with an original song titled “Lost.”
During his audition, Neal shared that he was dealing with the death of his father who committed suicide, and his journey to becoming a professional musician after being dropped from a record label for excessive partying and drug use.
Before performing “Lost" on AGT, the singer said in the video package, “I’m glad to be here today sober, very clear and focused. My voice is healthy. I’m healthy." Neal earned a standing ovation from the AGT audience before sharing that he “hasn’t touched the hard stuff since" getting sober. Neal said that “Lost” was the first song that he wrote out of treatment.
His run on AGT also included a performance of another original song, “Send Me a Butterfly.”
In 2020 interview with local station WBIR, Neal spoke further about his sobriety and his struggled with addiction while on The Voice.
"I remember I got clean in 2010; May 15, went to rehab. Stayed clean," he said. "I joined the rock band Hinder. They were all about drinking and partying. This is not their fault. I had decided I wanted to drink like a normal person. I remember trying to be normal and fitting in. I remember going to a bar and ordering a drink. I tried to hide it. I remember pretending to be normal. I was just lying to myself telling myself that I could control it."
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Republican governor candidate Darren Bailey on Sunday opened a new avenue in his attacks on Democratic Gov. J.B. Pritzker, questioning the patriotism of the first-term governor.
In a video on Facebook as Bailey was preparing for his annual fundraiser at his farm in downstate Xenia, the GOP state senator noted the set up for the event included a stage featuring a large American flag.
“There’s the stage again. Amazing, beautiful American flag back there,” Bailey said. “I want to share something with you. J.B, Pritzker’s rallies and his events, I don’t, I don’t often see the flag flying in a prominent position, just keep that in mind.”
Bailey has sought to use his conservative rural grassroots and religious-based campaign to repeatedly attack Pritzker as a wealthy liberal Chicagoan who is out-of-touch with average working people.
In a prayer he offered during his Facebook post, Bailey offered thanks for “the bountiful harvest across Illinois” and added for Election Day, “Father God, I pray that on Nov. 8, we have another harvest, and that’s a harvest of good people being elected to positions in a state that is going to change the course of this nation.”
He went on to pray for God’s help to “remove evil, wicked and corruption from our government.”
In a posting on Twitter, Pritzker’s campaign manager, Mike Ollen, said Bailey “will say absolutely anything but the truth.”
Ollen’s tweet featured a photo from the first debate between Pritzker and Bailey, which occurred on Friday. During the virtual event, Bailey appeared in a room with no background while Pritzker was flanked by both the U.S. and Illinois flags.
“And don’t get me started on his election denial and support for Jan. 6th insurrectionists,” Ollen said.
Bailey, who supported and was endorsed by former President Donald Trump, had initially urged prayers for Trump and contended “all this fraudulent activity is absolutely disgusting” despite the former president’s baseless claims of voting fraud.
In the general election, Bailey has said the “constitutional” transition process was followed and that Democrat Joe Biden “was president.”
But on Thursday, appearing before the Chicago Tribune Editorial Board, Bailey declined to say whether the House select committee hearings on the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection had shown Trump’s culpability in trying to overturn the popular election results.
“I’m not educated enough or informed enough to give you an answer on that,” Bailey said.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - FLO, a leading North American electric vehicle (EV) charging company, in partnership with the New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) and Consolidated Edison (Con Edison), announced they have installed and activated their 100th charging station in New York City as part of a pilot program that began in June of last year. The wide network of charging stations, located across all five boroughs, provides a reliable curbside charging source for New York City's EV drivers, helping New York City reach its goal of carbon neutrality by 2050.
EV adoption in New York City has grown rapidly in recent years. The New York City DOT has set ambitious targets for vehicle electrification in order to meet its goal of carbon neutrality by 2050. By the end of the next decade, the city will need over 40,000 publicly accessible Level 2 (L2) chargers to meet the projected demand of the nearly 400,000 EVs then expected to be registered in the city.
"Electric vehicle adoption is an important piece in this administration's efforts to reduce transportation emissions and protect the environment for our future generations," said NYC DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez. "We're proud to see this pilot expand to all five boroughs and thank our partners FLO and Con Edison in helping accelerate EV adoption citywide."
Increasing the network of curbside charging stations makes it easier for New Yorkers to transition to electric vehicles. FLO's curbside charging stations help service the more than 15,000 EVs registered in the city, including the 50 percent of EV owners who park on the street. New Yorkers interested in purchasing an EV can learn more about available financial incentives at New York State's Drive Clean Rebate, which offers drivers a discount of up to $2,000 on the purchase of a qualifying vehicle. Additionally, New Yorkers driving EVs are eligible for a 10 percent discount off E-ZPass rates through the Green Discount Plan.
The project was made possible through funding by the New York State Public Service Commission's Reforming the Energy Vision (REV) initiative. The locations of the charging stations were selected based on input from local elected officials and community stakeholders, geographic diversity, and projected demand for charging. FLO's charging stations cost $2.50 per hour during the day (6 am – 9 pm) and $1.00 per hour overnight. A daytime charge will be equivalent to fueling up at a gas station, while overnight charging may be over 60 percent cheaper.
About FLO
FLO is a leading North American electric vehicle (EV) charging network operator and a smart charging solutions provider. We fight climate change by accelerating EV adoption through a vertically integrated business model and delivering EV drivers the most dependable charging experience from curbside to countryside. Every month, we enable more than 750,000 charging events thanks to over 65,000 fast and level 2 EV charging stations deployed at public, private and residential locations. FLO operates across North America and our high-quality charging stations are assembled with care in Michigan and Quebec. To learn more about what "EV charging done right" means to us, visit flo.com.
About New York City Department of Transportation
NYC DOT is the New York City agency responsible for 6,300 miles of streets and highways, over 12,000 miles of sidewalk, and nearly 800 bridges and tunnels. As a part of this program, DOT is working with private-sector partners to provide convenient and reliable charging for EVs city streets. The agency is committed to the EV future, which is a major piece of the city achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.
About Consolidated Edison
Consolidated Edison, Inc. is one of the nation's largest investor-owned energy-delivery companies, with approximately $12 billion in annual revenues and $63 billion in assets. The company provides a wide range of energy-related products and services to its customers through the following subsidiaries: Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (CECONY), a regulated utility providing electric service in New York City and New York's Westchester County, gas service in Manhattan, the Bronx, parts of Queens and parts of Westchester, and steam service in Manhattan; Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc. (O&R), a regulated utility serving customers in a 1,300-square-mile-area in southeastern New York State and northern New Jersey; Con Edison Clean Energy Businesses, Inc., the second-largest owners of solar electric production projects in North America, which, through its subsidiaries develops, owns and operates renewable and sustainable energy infrastructure projects and provides energy-related products and services to wholesale and retail customers; and Con Edison Transmission, Inc., which falls primarily under the oversight of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and through its subsidiaries invests in electric transmission projects supporting its parent company's effort to transition to clean, renewable energy. Con Edison Transmission manages, through joint ventures, both electric and gas assets while seeking to develop electric transmission projects that will bring clean, renewable electricity to customers, focusing on New York, New England, the Mid-Atlantic states and the Midwest.
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GENEVA (AP) — The U.N.’s top human rights body is poised to hold a special session on Iran in the wake of the government’s deadly crackdowns on protesters, threats against journalists and other alleged human rights violations in the Islamic republic.
The Human Rights Council will hold the session in the week of Nov. 21 “if possible on Nov. 24,” following a diplomatic request by Germany and Iceland.
Germany sent a letter to the council offices Friday announcing the call for a special session “to address the deteriorating human rights situation in the Islamic Republic of Iran, especially with respect to women and children.”
At least one-third of the council’s 47 member states need to support such a request and the move by Germany suggests it has lined up enough backing.
The protests in Iran, sparked by the Sept. 16 death of a 22-year-old woman after her detention by the country’s morality police, have grown into one of the largest sustained challenges to the nation’s theocracy since the chaotic months after its 1979 Islamic Revolution. Security forces have sought to quash dissent.
After the protests erupted, the United States and European Union imposed additional sanctions on Iran for its brutal treatment of demonstrators and its decision to send hundreds of drones to Russia for use in its war in Ukraine. EU foreign ministers are expected to agree on additional sanctions Monday.
At least 328 people have been killed in the Iran protests and 14,825 others arrested, according to Human Rights Activists in Iran, a monitoring group.
Iran’s government for weeks has remained silent on casualty figures. | 2022-11-12T14:20:10+00:00 | ktalnews.com | https://www.ktalnews.com/news/u-s-world/ap-un-rights-body-to-hold-urgent-session-on-iran-amid-crackdown/ |
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Gov. Steve Sisolak (D) was projected to lose reelection in the race for the Nevada governor’s mansion, making his Republican challenger, Clark County Sheriff Joe Lombardo, the first candidate to knock out a Democratic incumbent in a gubernatorial race this cycle.
The Associated Press called the race for Lombardo shortly before 9 p.m. ET. Sisolak had conceded in a statement before the call was made.
“While votes are still coming in — and we need every ballot tallied and every voice heard — it appears we will fall a percentage point or so short of winning,” he said.
Lombardo had hammered Sisolak over crime during the fiercely fought race, echoing a strategy used by Republicans across the country in the lead-up to Nov. 8.
Additionally, the Republican seized on concerns over skyrocketing inflation and the possibility of a major recession. He was endorsed by former President Trump, who campaigned for him and GOP Senate candidate Adam Laxalt in Las Vegas over the summer.
Lombardo’s win could end up being the biggest bright spot for his party in the Silver State.
Laxalt currently holds a slim lead over Democratic Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, though her allies expect her to overtake him as more votes come in. Meanwhile, three Democratic House incumbents won their respective races in Nevada, while in the secretary of state race, GOP candidate Jim Marchant was expected to lose to Democrat Cisco Aguilar. | 2022-11-12T03:32:53+00:00 | ktalnews.com | https://www.ktalnews.com/hill-politics/democratic-gov-steve-sisolak-concedes-in-nevada/ |
SCDHEC expands monkeypox vaccine eligibility to more people
(Above video was published on Thursday, Aug. 25, 2022.)
South Carolina health officials on Friday expanded its policy of who is eligible for a monkeypox vaccination as vaccines become more readily available.
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), said in a release that it will also begin using a new method to give monkeypox (MPX) vaccinations that will increase the number of doses available.
Both changes will take effect immediately.
The state's expanded eligibility list now includes:
- Men who have sex with men (MSM), including gay or bisexual men, transgender or gender non-conforming individuals, who have had either a sexually transmitted infection in the last 90 days or multiple sex partners in the last 90 days
- Any person receiving HIV PrEP treatment
The vaccine is not recommended for the general public or healthcare workers at this time. Residents can call the DHEC CareLine 855-472-3432 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday through Friday to find out if they are eligible to schedule an appointment.
"Cases are slowly beginning to increase, and we encourage people in groups shown to be at increased risk to call us to be vaccinated," Bell said.
MPX, a reportable condition in South Carolina, is not easily transmitted from person to person. It can be spread through prolonged face-to-face contact, skin-to-skin contact, including direct contact with infectious sores, scabs, or bodily fluids as well as during intimate contact such as sex, kissing, hugging, and touching fabrics and objects used by a person with MPX.
The new method for administering MPX vaccinations is a strategy authorized by the Food and Drug Administration and Centers for Disease Prevention and Control that calls for giving intradermal shots just under the first layer of skin rather than subcutaneous shots, which go into the fat layer farther below the skin.
According to the CDC, using the intradermal method to administer the JYNNEOS vaccine can result in up to five times the number of doses per vial than the subcutaneous method with the same level of protection. That means more people can be vaccinated with the limited national vaccine supply.
"With vaccine supply being limited nationally, it is important that we find ways to meet the needs and demands of those at higher risk of exposure to monkeypox," said Dr. Linda Bell, state epidemiologist. "That not only includes adopting the new method of delivery identified by the CDC, but it also includes expanding the criteria to allow more people to be eligible. As vaccine availability increases, we will continue to review criteria to get more people protected from this disease."
Anyone concerned they have been exposed to someone with monkeypox infection or have a new, unusual rash, should seek medical attention from their healthcare provider, visit an urgent care center, or call their local health department.
Though the risk to the general population remains low, the public is encouraged to inform themselves about monkeypox through reliable sources, including the DHEC website and the CDC website. | 2022-08-26T21:47:57+00:00 | wyff4.com | https://www.wyff4.com/article/columbia-sc-dhec-expands-monkeypox-vaccine/41003636 |
Traffic stop leads to big drug bust and two arrests in Claiborne County
CLAIBORNE COUNTY, Tn. (WYMT) - A traffic stop in East Tennessee this weekend ended with two arrests and the discovery of a large amount of drugs and cash.
It happened Saturday night on U.S. 25E in Tazewell in the parking lot of Pioneer Auto Parts.
Tazewell Police pulled a car over after the officer noticed there was no registration on the back the car and the driver was making erratic stops on the highway before suddenly pulling into the business.
When the officer approached the car, the driver, Rodney Walker, told him he did not have a license. The officer then asked Walker if he had anything illegal in the car and he was told there was marijuana inside.
Another officer arrived to help the first and they searched Walker and a passenger in the car, Jazzmen Ruiz. On Walker, they found 20 Xanax pills along with marijuana. On Ruiz, they found meth and marijuana.
When they took them to jail, officers found more than 50 grams of meth in Walker’s genitalia.
Police also discovered more than $460 in cash, scales and individual baggies. The report did not say where those were found.
Rodney Walker is facing a host of charges including drug possession and several traffic violations.
Jazzmen Ruiz is charged with several charges including meth possession and underage consumption.
Both were taken to the Claiborne County Detention Center.
Copyright 2023 WYMT. All rights reserved. | 2023-03-20T13:56:00+00:00 | wymt.com | https://www.wymt.com/2023/03/20/traffic-stop-leads-big-drug-bust-two-arrests-claiborne-county/ |
Landmark installation located at the Port of Jaffa in Tel Aviv will be the first wave-powered energy station connected to Israel's energy grid.
TEL AVIV, Israel, Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ) (Nasdaq Capital Market: WAVE) ("Eco Wave Power" or the "Company") announced today that it has officially commenced test runs of its newly installed wave energy pilot project at the Port of Jaffa in Tel Aviv, Israel.
The EWP-EDF One project is executed in collaboration and co-funding from EDF Renewables IL and the Israeli Energy Ministry, which recognized the Eco Wave Power technology as "Pioneering Technology."
The real-conditions testing was initiated in July 2022 with the purpose of examining the operation of the mechanical and hydraulic subsystems of the project. During the testing, the Eco Wave Power floaters were lowered to the water and tested for the very first time, resulting in a green light for the next phases of the project, which will include grid connection and testing of the overall system, to be followed by full operation.
Once testing and final works are completed including the grid-connection, the Company will have an official launch of its power station.
"Lowering the floaters into the water for the very first time was an exciting moment for our team. It is incredible to witness a technology that starts from sketches and calculations to an actual soon-to-be grid connected wave energy project. We are now working hard to ensure that the EWP-EDF One pilot project will be functioning and operating at optimum levels," said Inna Braverman, Founder and CEO of Eco Wave Power.
"We are pleased with the results of our very first real-conditions test run," said David Leb, Founder and Board Member of Eco Wave Power. "We are looking forward to the completion of the grid connection works by the Israeli Electric Company ("IEC"), which will enable us to start providing clean, renewable electricity to Israel's national grid through the power of the waves."
On August 1st, 2022, Eco Wave Power's engineering team met with representatives from the Israeli Electric Company (IEC) to coordinate the next steps for the actual grid connection works.
Once connected to the grid, the EWP-EDF One wave energy pilot project will be the first time in the history of Israel that electricity produced by the power of the waves will be officially transmitted to Israel's national electric grid.
About Eco Wave Power Global AB (publ)
Eco Wave Power is a leading onshore wave energy technology company that developed a patented, smart and cost-efficient technology for turning ocean and sea waves into green electricity. Eco Wave Power's mission is to assist in the fight against climate change by enabling commercial power production from the ocean and sea waves.
The Company is currently finalizing the construction of its grid connected project in Israel, with co-investment from the Israeli Energy Ministry, which recognized the Eco Wave Power technology as "Pioneering Technology" and will soon commence the installation of its newest pilot in AltaSea's premises in the Port of Los Angeles. The Company also holds concession agreements for commercial installations in Europe and has a total projects pipeline of 327.7MW.
Eco Wave Power received funding from the European Union Regional Development Fund, Innovate UK and the European Commission's Horizon 2020 framework program. The Company has also received the "Global Climate Action Award" from the United Nations.
Eco Wave Power's American Depositary Shares (WAVE) are traded on the Nasdaq Capital Market. More info: www.ecowavepower.com.
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Karen Bass Will Be The Next Mayor Of Los Angeles. How Will She Lead The City?
Karen Bass, the community activist-turned-Congressmember, will become the first woman and second Black person to lead the City of Los Angeles.
The Associated Press called the race Wednesday afternoon after vote count numbers released by the L.A. County Registrar showed her leading by more than 46,000 votes, or 53% of the ballots counted so far. Bass, a Democrat, clinched the mayoral victory after Angelenos turned out in large numbers to vote in a contentious race that saw record-breaking spending by her rival, developer Rick Caruso. Homelessness and public safety dominated the campaign discourse — issues that Bass raised in a statement after the race was called. "To the people of Los Angeles, my message is this: "We are going to solve homelessness. We are going to prevent and respond urgently to crime," Bass said. Former Long Beach Police Chief Robert Luna also declared victory in his race for L.A. County Sheriff, following a concession from incumbent Sheriff Alex Villanueva.
Joining Larry to discuss is Ange-Marie Hancock, dean’s professor of Gender Studies & Political Science at USC. We also want to hear from you! What’s your reaction to the outcome? Call 866-893-5722 or email atcomments@kpcc.org.
With files from LAist. Read the full story here
Why Is NASA Interested In Returning To The Moon 50 Years After The Last Lunar Walk?
When astronaut Eugene Cernan hoisted himself off the moon’s surface and back into the Apollo 17 lunar module on December 14, 1972, it wasn’t clear exactly when the next time an American would set foot on the moon. Following the safe return of the Apollo 17 crew to Earth, NASA concluded its Apollo program, and with it came the end of crewed lunar exploration missions. Fast forward 50 years to today, and NASA once again has its eyes on the moon with its Artemis program, which seeks to return humans to the moon’s surface this decade. The first step in that process occurred in the early hours of Wednesday morning, when NASA’s Artemis V rocket launched from Cape Canaveral in Florida carrying an Orion spacecraft that will eventually be the crew module for manned missions. So, why is NASA interested in returning to the moon now, 50 years after the last lunar walk? And why is returning to the moon so important to humanity’s larger space exploration goals, like sending humans to Mars and back?
Today on AirTalk, we’ll speak with Kenneth Chang, science reporter for the New York Times who was at the rocket launch Wednesday, and Jay Dickson, planetary scientist and manager of the Bruce Murray Laboratory for Planetary Visualization at Caltech. If you have questions, call 866-893-5722 or email atcomments@kpcc.org.
TV-Talk: ‘The Crown,’ ‘Fleishman Is In Trouble,’ ‘Yellowstone’ & More
Have you felt completely overwhelmed when deciding what new show to watch these days? Us too. There’s just so much content out there between network tv and numerous streaming platforms. Each week, we’re going to try to break through the noise with TV watchers who can point us to the must-sees and steer us clear of the shows that maybe don’t live up to the hype. This week, Larry talks to Entertainment Weekly television critic Kristen Baldwin and Kathryn VanArendonk, television critic for Vulture.
Lab-Grown Chicken May Be Coming To A Plate Near You After Company Gets FDA Approval To Sell
Meat cultivated in a lab has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration for the first time ever. Upside Foods is the first company to receive approval, meaning it will be able to sell chicken grown in a lab using animal cells.
Companies have been testing the technique for years, but industry leaders see FDA approval as a huge milestone for getting the meat out of the lab and onto dinner plates. There are still a couple regulatory hurdles before that becomes a reality, but the development could have huge implications for greenhouse gas emissions. The production of meat is a major contributor to emissions and some see cultivated meat as a solution but likely a very expensive solution. Joining to discuss the implications of the FDA approval and where the industry might be headed is Amy Chen, chief operating officer for Upside Foods, the first company to receive FDA approval to sell chicken cultivated in a lab, and Ben Wurgaft, food writer, historian and author of “Meat Planet: Artificial Flesh and the Future of Food” (University of California Press, 2019). We also want to hear from you! Would you try cultivated meat when it becomes available? What are your thoughts? Call 866-893-5722 or email atcomments@kpcc.org.
New Book Details 'How Sex Changed The Internet And How The Internet Changed Sex'
You might be surprised to learn that many of the ways we go about using the internet today were shaped by... sex. That's right. According to the new book "How Sex Changed the Internet and How the Internet Changed Sex: An Unexpected History" (Workman Publishing, 2022), the demand for sex built many internet staples, including shopping carts and browser cookies. There's long been a relationship between sex and the internet and both have created lasting effects on the other. Samantha Cole, book author and senior editor of Vice's tech and science outlet, Motherboard, joins AirTalk to discuss. If you have questions call 866-893-5722 or email atcomments@kpcc.org.
Cole will discuss the book with Maitland Ward at Book Soup in West Hollywood on Dec. 5 at 7 pm. Learn more about the eventhere. | 2022-11-17T17:19:31+00:00 | kpcc.org | https://www.kpcc.org/show/airtalk/2022-11-17/karen-bass-will-be-the-next-mayor-of-los-angeles-how-will-she-lead-the-city |
Woman dies after attack by neighbor’s dogs she went to feed
NEW BLOOMFIELD, Pa. (AP) - A Pennsylvania woman died after she was attacked by a neighbor’s dogs she had gone over to feed while their owner was away, authorities said.
State police said 38-year-old Kristin Potter died after she was attacked Thursday evening by the two Great Danes in Centre Township southwest of New Bloomfield.
Perry County Coroner Robert Ressler said the victim had gone to the home with her young son, who ran for help when two of the three dogs present attacked. Ressler said emergency responders and police officers were unable to reach the victim until animal control personnel arrived and tranquilized the dogs.
The two animals were later taken to a veterinarian and euthanized. Officials said a third dog was present but didn’t take part in the attack. State police say the case is under investigation.
Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. | 2023-03-18T18:02:42+00:00 | foxcarolina.com | https://www.foxcarolina.com/2023/03/18/woman-dies-after-attack-by-neighbors-dogs-she-went-feed/ |
Governor JB Pritzker has signed a proclamation ordering all flags at State of Illinois facilities be flown at half-staff until sundown on Monday, December 19, in honor and remembrance of State Senator Scott Bennett, who died on Friday, December 9 at the age of 45 from complications from a brain tumor at a hospital in Urbana.
“Senator Bennett was a good man who always strove to serve his constituents in Springfield, advocating fiercely for his community and for people across the state of Illinois,” said Governor Pritzker. “The entire state is a better place thanks to his dedicated service, which we honor with this official symbol of mourning. MK and I send our thoughts to his loving wife Stacy and their two beautiful children during this tragic time.”
The proclamation directs that all persons or entities governed by the Illinois Flag Display Act lower flags to half-staff. Senator Bennett served for nearly six years in the Illinois General Assembly. He served on the Agriculture, Appropriations for Higher Education, Judiciary, Labor, Redistricting and Executive Appointments Committees and represented East Central Illinoisans in state government. Senator Bennett is survived by his wife Stacy and two young children, Sam and Emma. | 2022-12-19T16:15:48+00:00 | ourquadcities.com | https://www.ourquadcities.com/news/il-flags-at-half-staff-to-honor-of-late-senator/ |
Brand Replaces Nearly 65% Of Its U.S. Bottle Volume with 100% Recycled Plastic in Evolution to a 100% Recycled Plastic Future
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Building on its longstanding commitment to environmental sustainability, FIJI® Water has transitioned its iconic and best-selling 500 mL and 330 mL bottles to 100% recycled plastic (rPET)* in the U.S. The move is a substantial step in reducing plastic waste and replaces almost 65% of FIJI Water's bottle volume in the U.S. with recycled material.** The company is committed to continue shifting its entire portfolio of bottle sizes to rPET by 2025.
"In our transition to recycled plastic, our intention is to make a truly meaningful and lasting environmental impact," said Clarence Chia, senior vice president of marketing, FIJI Water. "We are using recycled plastic to breathe new life into existing materials, while maintaining FIJI Water's same great taste, look and quality that consumers come to expect from Earth's Finest Water®. We will continue to set ambitious targets to drive innovation and transformation in our approach and commitment to sustainability and look forward to building on this momentum."
The switch to rPET not only reduces plastic waste, but also can reduce CO2 emissions in the process, with some studies showing that rPET can result in up to a 79% reduction in carbon emissions when compared to new material. As FIJI Water looks to the future, it has ambitious targets to help preserve the planet and is committed to making a difference. In addition to introducing 100% rPET bottles, FIJI Water has invested FJ$5 million (~$2.5 million USD) on energy efficiency initiatives on the Fijian islands, the source of FIJI Water, which includes the use of microturbine energy generation and adopting the low-sulfur fuel standard for all shipping, dramatically decreasing sulfur oxide emissions.
The new rPET bottles can be seen in FIJI Water's updated "It's Not Just Water" TV, digital and social media campaign. The campaign highlights the unique and pristine journey of FIJI Water to music by 11-time Academy Award-nominated composer Hans Zimmer.
Locally in Fiji, the FIJI Water Foundation focuses on sustainability and the preservation of the islands, along with supporting and improving the lives of native Fijians through initiatives that include providing access to clean water, health care services, grants for local schools and organizations, and more. Since 2007, the FIJI Water Foundation has provided funding to large-scale reforestation and conservation efforts to preserve and protect the Sovi Basin, Fiji's most important forest ecosystem and the largest remaining lowland rainforest, in partnership with Conservation International.
FIJI Water is a division of The Wonderful Company, which has a broad commitment to sustainability. To date, The Wonderful Company and owners Stewart and Lynda Resnick have invested more than $1.3 billion in environmental sustainability initiatives to help fight climate change. This billion-dollar commitment includes the unprecedented $750 million gift from co-owners, Stewart and Lynda Resnick to Caltech in support of the school's environmental sustainability research. A portion of the research will focus on decomposable plastics, along with tackling issues of water, energy, food, and waste in a world confronting rapid climate change. Additionally, The Wonderful Company joined RE100, a global initiative made up of some of the world's biggest companies, which have all committed to using 100% renewable energy.
For more information, including details on FIJI Water's initiatives to reducing its environmental footprint, and for the latest updates on FIJI Water, please visit FIJIWater.com or follow @FIJIWater and the @FIJIWaterFoundation on Instagram.
*Bottle only
**Projected total bottle volume per 2022 sales forecast
About FIJI Water
FIJI® Water is a natural artesian water bottled at the source in Viti Levu (Fiji islands). With its iconic square bottle, soft mouthfeel and more than double the electrolytes compared to the other two top premium bottled water brands, FIJI Water is the No. 1 imported premium bottled water in the United States. FIJI Water has a perfectly balanced 7.7 pH. FIJI Water is available in a variety of sizes, including 330 mL, 500 mL, 700 mL, 1 L, and 1.5 L. Since 2007, the FIJI Water Foundation has helped to preserve and protect the Sovi Basin and improve the lives of native Fijians. To discover Earth's Finest Water®, please visit www.fijiwater.com, like us on Facebook, or follow us on Instagram or Twitter.
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NEW ORLEANS (AP) — New Orleans music legend Walter “Wolfman” Washington, a cornerstone of the city’s musical nightlife for decades, has died of cancer, just days after turning 79.
Washington died Dec. 22 at Passages Hospice, The Times-Picayune/The New Orleans Advocate reported.
Funeral services are scheduled for Jan. 4. at 2 p.m. at Jacob Schoen & Son Funeral Home. A benefit concert to help with medical and funeral expenses is planned for Jan. 8 at the Tipitina’s music venue.
Washington and his band, the Roadmasters, mixed blues, R&B, funk and soul, punctuating songs with his trademark howl, the newspaper reported. In director Michael Murphy’s 2005 New Orleans music documentary “Make It Funky!,” Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards bows down to Washington in tribute to his guitar style and tone, the newspaper reported.
Washington started his career backing New Orleans musical legends Irma Thomas, Lee Dorsey and Johnny Adams, who ultimately became a mentor and close friend.
“Johnny taught me a whole lot,” Washington recalled in 1999. “He’d say, ‘If you want to sing high notes, you’ve got to pay attention to how you go up there. Take your time. Don’t rush yourself. Once you get used to going up there, it will come easy.’ He played guitar, too. He’d show me how to hit notes and how to run from one note to another and pay attention to why that note fits there. He was like a dad. I could talk to him about anything.”
Washington backed Adams on several Rounder Records albums before releasing his first album with the Roadmasters, “Leader of the Pack,” for the Hep’Me label in 1981. He moved to Rounder for 1986’s “Wolf Tracks” and the subsequent “Out of the Dark” and “Wolf at the Door.” The 1991 album “Sada” was named for his first daughter.
He traveled abroad and occasionally toured domestically, but New Orleans’ nightclubs were his heart and soul. He was one of the first musicians to play in New Orleans following Hurricane Katrina via generator-powered shows at the Maple Leaf.
After more than 10 years without a new album, Washington made a comeback with 2018’s “My Future Is My Past.” The album reunited him with Thomas for a duet on the old Adams song “Even Now” and earned Washington some of the best reviews of his career.
More recently, he finished another batch of eight blues-tinged songs, produced by Galactic saxophonist Ben Ellman. Washington’s manager, Adam Shipley, is currently shopping the finished album to record labels, the newspaper reported.
“For the last six or seven years, Walter got the recognition he deserved,” Shipley said. “He put out some great music, and had a great life.”
A dedicated smoker and drinker with a colorful personal life, Washington battled back from numerous health challenges over the years. Still, his March diagnosis of tonsil cancer was surprising.
Even as he underwent chemotherapy and radiation, he continued to perform, including at this year’s French Quarter Festival and New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival.
“Nobody could tell what he was going through,” his wife, Michelle Washington said. “He was a trooper to the end. He didn’t want people feeling sorry for him. He led an amazing life. He touched a lot of people and brought them a lot of joy.”
In addition to his wife, survivors include two daughters, Sada and Mamadou Washington, and a son, Brian Anderson. | 2022-12-29T14:11:36+00:00 | cbs42.com | https://www.cbs42.com/news/ap-top-headlines/ap-new-orleans-guitarist-walter-wolfman-washington-dead-at-79/ |
Firefighter sucked into storm drain and swept to sea, officials say
HONOLULU (KHNL/Gray News) - A firefighter in Hawaii was critically injured Friday after being sucked into a 4-foot wide storm drain and swept to sea during heavy rains, authorities said.
KHNL reports the firefighter was helping to clear out the storm drain near Waiapo Street in Kihei when he was sucked in. He was then carried about 800 yards by storm waters to where the drain emptied into the ocean.
Officials said the firefighter was tracked to where the storm drain would end up, and he was pulled out minutes later. He was found unresponsive but gained his pulse back after medical personnel performed CPR on him.
The firefighter was taken to Maui Medical Center, where he remains in critical condition.
An investigation into the incident is ongoing, officials said.
Copyright 2023 KHNL/KGMB via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. | 2023-01-29T21:00:09+00:00 | kwtx.com | https://www.kwtx.com/2023/01/29/firefighter-sucked-into-storm-drain-swept-sea-officials-say/ |
KYIV – Russian forces shot down “a large number” of drones in Russia’s southern Belgorod region, a local official said Wednesday, a day after Moscow announced that its forces crushed a cross-border raid in the area from Ukraine.
The drones were intercepted overnight over the province, Belgorod Gov. Vyacheslav Gladkov said in a Telegram post. He said that no one had been hurt, but unspecified administrative buildings, residential buildings and cars were damaged.
Ukrainian officials made no immediate comment.
Russia said the previous day that it beat back one of war’s most serious cross-border attacks, with the Defense Ministry saying that more than 70 attackers were killed in a battle in Belgorod that lasted around 24 hours. It made no mention of any Russian casualties.
Russian Defense Ministry spokesman Igor Konashenkov said that local troops, airstrikes and artillery routed the attackers.
Twelve local civilians were wounded in the attack, officials said, and an older woman died during an evacuation.
Details of the incident in the rural region, lying about 80 kilometers (45 miles) north of the city of Kharkiv in eastern Ukraine and far from the front lines of the almost 15-month war, are unclear.
Moscow blamed the incursion that began Monday on Ukrainian military saboteurs. Kyiv described it as an uprising against the Kremlin by Russian partisans. It was impossible to reconcile the two versions, to say with certainty who was behind the attack or to ascertain its aims.
The region is a Russian military hub holding fuel and ammunition depots. Moscow officials declined to say how many attackers were involved in the assault or comment on why efforts to put down the attackers took so long.
The Belgorod region, like the neighboring Bryansk region and other border areas, has witnessed sporadic spillover from the war, which Russia started by invading Ukraine in February 2022.
Elsewhere, the Ukrainian General Staff said Wednesday that “heavy fighting" is continuing inside Bakhmut, days after Russia said that it completely captured the devastated city.
Bakhmut lies in Donetsk province, one of four provinces Russia illegally annexed last fall. The nine-month battle for Bakhmut has killed tens of thousands of people as Ukraine pursues its strategy of grinding down the Kremlin's invasion forces.
The head of Ukraine’s ground forces, Oleksandr Syrskyi, said that Kyiv’s forces “are continuing their defensive operation” in Bakhmut, and have attained unspecified “successes” on the city’s outskirts. He gave no further details.
Ukrainian officials have insisted the battle for Bakhmut isn't over.
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Follow AP’s coverage of the war in Ukraine at https://apnews.com/hub/russia-ukraine | 2023-05-24T09:44:08+00:00 | wsls.com | https://www.wsls.com/business/2023/05/24/russia-says-it-shot-down-drones-in-border-region-after-raid-from-ukraine-territory/ |
A look at what’s happening around baseball today:
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10 DOWN FOR TORONTO
The Royals will be without 10 of the 26 players on their active roster for their upcoming trip to Toronto due to Canadian restrictions on travelers who aren’t vaccinated against COVID-19.
Manager Mike Matheny said Wednesday the club will be without hitters Andrew Benintendi, Hunter Dozier, Cam Gallagher, Kyle Isbel, MJ Melendez, Whit Merrifield and Michael A. Taylor along with pitchers Dylan Coleman, Brad Keller and Brady Singer.
The team is set to play four games in Toronto. The 10 players will be placed on the restricted list and forfeit four days of pay and major league service time in accordance with the terms of MLB’s collective bargaining agreement.
“It’s an individual choice,” Matheny said. “The organization’s done a real good job bringing in professionals and experts to talk guys through tough conversations and then put it in their hands to make the decisions they believe is best for them and their families.”
Kansas City will face the Blue Jays a day after fourth-place Toronto fired manager Charlie Montoyo and promoted bench coach John Schneider to interim manager for the rest of the season.
ALL-STAR SHOWDOWN
Brewers right-hander Corbin Burnes (7-4, 2.20 ERA) will face Giants lefty Carlos Rodón (8-5, 2.70) in San Francisco before the pair team up on the NL All-Star roster next week.
It’ll be the last start for both pitchers before the Midsummer Classic. Burnes leads the NL with 134 strikeouts and Rodón is third with 124. Both are All-Stars for the second straight season.
Giants third baseman Evan Longoria is expected to begin a rehab assignment as early as Thursday as he works back from a left oblique strain. There is a chance he could return before the All-Star break.
“I think there’s a possibility for the weekend,” manager Gabe Kapler said. “I think we want to make sure that door stays open.”
FOR ALL TO SEE
Reds right-hander Luis Castillo (3-4, 2.92 ERA) is on the mound in a potentially important audition for contending teams when he faces fellow All-Star Nestor Cortes (7-3, 2.74) at Yankee Stadium.
Cincinnati figures to be a seller at the trade deadline, and Castillo is a prime target for teams in need of starting pitching. He’s coming off seven innings of one-run ball against Tampa Bay.
ELEVENTH HEAVEN
Marco Gonzales (5-9, 3.24 ERA) and the Seattle Mariners go for their 11th consecutive victory when they face All-Star lefty Martín Pérez (7-2, 2.72) and the Rangers in the opener of a four-game series at Texas.
After sweeping a doubleheader Wednesday in Washington, the Mariners have won 10 straight for the first time since April 2002. Their only longer winning streak was a 15-game run from May 23 to June 8, 2001 — the last year they made the playoffs.
Jesse Winker homered in both ends of the twinbill for Seattle, his first games since serving a six-game suspension for his role in a brawl with the Angels on June 26. Paul Sewald saved both games.
ANIBAL’S BACK
Nationals right-hander Anibal Sanchez will make his season debut in a home start against Atlanta and right-hander Kyle Wright (10-4, 2.97 ERA).
Wright is hoping to turn around his luck against Washington in the opener of a four-game set between the NL East foes. Wright is 2-1 with a 6.27 ERA in five career games, including three starts, against the Nats.
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More AP MLB: https://apnews.com/hub/MLB and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports | 2022-07-14T18:44:34+00:00 | wnct.com | https://www.wnct.com/sports/leading-off-royals-down-10-unvaccinated-players-in-toronto/ |
Marks 1-Year since Quest Diagnostics Announced Plans to Acquire Pack Health to Extend Digital Engagement and Coaching Services to Health Plans, Employers and Life Sciences Companies
BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading patient engagement company Pack Health, a Quest Diagnostics (NYSE: DGX) company, today announced plans to nearly double the space of its headquarter facilities in Birmingham and add at least 200 full-time employee positions based on economic development incentives from the state of Alabama in recognition of the public benefits accruing from the expansion of Pack Health's landmark Birmingham facility.
Through incentive support from the State of Alabama and Jefferson County, as well as local non-educational tax abatements, Pack Health will receive benefits projected to profoundly impact the economic state of Birmingham, Jefferson County and throughout Alabama. The investment, which includes recognition of Pack Health's job creation from the state, county and city of Birmingham, is expected to generate up to $27 million in estimated overall economic impact over a 20-year period.
The news marks a year since Secaucus, NJ-based Quest Diagnostics, the nation's leading provider of diagnostic information services, announced plans to acquire Pack Health in January 2022 to better connect diagnostic insights to actions that generate greater value, outcomes and quality, empowering affordable care. Pack Health is a patient-engagement company specializing in comprehensively addressing chronic conditions and comorbidities influenced by mental health, lifestyle behaviors, access to care and social determinants of health (SDOH). Pack Health employs certified Health Advisors trained across 30 chronic conditions who engage, motivate, monitor and support individuals through a digital engagement platform, providing personalized content. Clients include life science and biopharmaceutical companies, employers, health plans and other organizations focused on population health management.
"Pack Health will play an increasingly important role at Quest Diagnostics, connecting our diagnostic insights to actions patients can take to improve their health," said James E. Davis, CEO and President of Quest Diagnostics. "Pack Health provides ongoing engagement to help individuals sustain positive health choices, from maintaining an exercise program to participating in a clinical trial. With these capabilities, health plans, life science companies and employers can maximize the value of their health investments while also helping to create a healthier world."
Pack Health was founded in 2013 and first established its headquarters in downtown Birmingham, AL in 2018. In the years since, the company has continued to expand. The company's headquarters now houses programmers, developers, health advisors and other positions who assist in running the Pack Health platform. The new state-of-the-art center will continue to provide health coaching, engaging individuals online to build self-management skills, such as healthy eating for employee health programs and patient reported outcome surveys for clinical trials, for better health outcomes. The facility will also include an expanded fitness center, large walking trail and extensive healthy food options for employees, prioritizing employee wellness in the same manner Pack Health uses to serve its members.
As a result of the company's growth throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, when many turned to virtual care services including health coaching, Pack Health is expanding its current headquarters largely to accommodate its increasing employee headcount. The proposed plan will allow Pack Health's square footage to nearly double, from 25,000 square feet to 46,000 square feet, and increase parking for those onsite. The renovation is expected to be complete in June of 2023. The 200 positions, which will include mainly additional Health Advisors and coaching staff, with some member services representatives and software engineers joining, will be added to Pack Health's team by 2027.
"It is our pleasure to work with the State of Alabama to grow Pack Health in Birmingham," said Mazi Rasulnia, PhD, Founder and Vice President of Pack Health. "Beyond our pride at what we have accomplished in the last few years, we are extremely proud to add 200 positions to Jefferson County and expand our capabilities in connecting diagnostic insights to our members managing chronic health conditions. These benefits will go a long way towards furthering our work building a healthier community, bringing better therapies to patients and lowering medical costs. We look forward to deepening our connection to Birmingham's vibrant healthcare community."
The addition of Pack Health's new staff members and expanded headquarters are expected to help Jefferson County continue to develop a solid and varied local economy, as well as increase employment opportunities in Alabama for a diverse population. The expansion, which is supported by the Birmingham Business Alliance, will also improve the quality of life for citizens in Birmingham and beyond, as Pack Health aims to provide necessary and improved services. Pack Health remains committed to growing within the city of Birmingham and is a dedicated supporter of the local economy.
"Pack Health represents one of Birmingham's most successful startups, and it's rewarding to see Quest Diagnostics validate that success by launching growth plans that solidify Pack Health's future in its hometown," said Greg Canfield, Secretary of the Alabama Department of Commerce. "This is great news for Birmingham and a testament to the vitality of the region's start-up ecosystem."
The company is committed to upholding a diverse workforce. Approximately 70% of positions at Pack Health are held by people who self-identify as female or a minority by ethnicity, and Pack Health plans to continue to prioritize diversity and inclusion efforts throughout its expansion and beyond.
Market research shows demand for health coaching is expected to rise significantly over the next decade.1 In line with the shifting landscape of healthcare, Pack Health recognizes the need for consumers to navigate the complexities of managing chronic conditions with a nonjudgmental partner. Pack Health's Health Advisors work with each patient to craft a plan based on each individuals' needs, goals and their healthcare providers' recommendations to help its members move from where they are to where they want to go in their care journey.
For more information, visit www.PackHealth.com.
About Quest Diagnostics
Quest Diagnostics empowers people to take action to improve health outcomes. Derived from the world's largest database of clinical lab results, Quest's diagnostic insights reveal new avenues to identify and treat disease, inspire healthy behaviors, and improve health care management. Quest Diagnostics annually serves one in three adult Americans and half the physicians and hospitals in the United States, and our nearly 50,000 employees understand that, in the right hands and with the right context, our diagnostic insights can inspire actions that transform lives. www.QuestDiagnostics.com.
1 $7 Billion U.S. Health Coaching Market Gains Favor Among Consumers, Insurers & Employers
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Woman arrested in deadly hit-and-run involving officer had history of reckless driving
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE/Gray News) - Police in Louisville have arrested a woman they say fled the scene of a deadly crash that killed an off-duty officer earlier this week.
The Louisville Metro Police Department reports that 28-year-old Ashleyn Catlett is facing felony charges for leaving the scene of an accident and failing to render aid. Catlett has also been charged for not having a driver’s license and failure to maintain insurance.
According to court documents, Catlett attempted to make a left turn and struck a motorcycle driven by 50-year-old Thomas Elmore, a member of the Shelbyville Police Department. Elmore was thrown from his motorcycle and died.
Authorities said Catlett ran from the scene following the crash and went to a friend’s nearby house asking for help. The 28-year-old left her purse and identification behind in the vehicle.
WAVE reports Catlett has been previously arrested on charges that included fourth-degree assault and reckless driving.
Catlett is currently being held at Louisville Metro Department Corrections on a $50,000 bond.
Copyright 2022 WAVE via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. | 2022-08-24T22:27:22+00:00 | newschannel6now.com | https://www.newschannel6now.com/2022/08/24/woman-arrested-deadly-hit-and-run-involving-officer-had-history-reckless-driving/ |
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